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Count of Monte Cristo |
Alexandre Dumas |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p><i>The Count of Monte Cristo</i> (French: <i>Le Comte de Monte-Cristo</i>) is an adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. It is often considered, along with <i>The Three Musketeers</i>, as Dumas's most popular work. The writing of the work was completed in 1844. Like many of his novels, it is expanded from the plot outlines suggested by his collaborating ghostwriter Auguste Maquet.</p><p>The story takes place in France, Italy, islands in the Mediterranean and the Levant during the historical events of 1815–1838 (from just before the Hundred Days through the reign of Louis-Philippe of France). The historical setting is a fundamental element of the book. It is primarily concerned with themes of justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness, and is told in the style of an adventure story. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n<p>This book contains alternate versions of a number of chapters – indicated by an alt after the file number. The Zip files contain both versions of these chapters.</p><p>There are 2 versions of the M4Bs made , one containing the original files for these chapters (4 parts), the other containing the alternate files for the chapters (5 parts).</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-count-of-monte-cristo-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p i the count monte cristo i french i le comte de monte cristo i adventure novel alexandre dumas père often considered along i the three musketeers i dumas s popular work writing work completed 1844 like many novels expanded plot outlines suggested collaborating ghostwriter auguste maquet p p the story takes place france italy islands mediterranean levant historical events 1815 1838 from hundred days reign louis philippe france historical setting fundamental element book primarily concerned themes justice vengeance mercy forgiveness told style adventure story summary wikipedia p p this book contains alternate versions number chapters indicated alt file number zip files contain versions chapters p p there 2 versions m4bs made one containing original files chapters 4 parts containing alternate files chapters 5 parts p |
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Count of Monte Cristo |
Alexandre Dumas |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p><i>The Count of Monte Cristo</i> (French: <i>Le Comte de Monte-Cristo</i>) is an adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. It is often considered, along with <i>The Three Musketeers</i>, as Dumas's most popular work. The writing of the work was completed in 1844. Like many of his novels, it is expanded from the plot outlines suggested by his collaborating ghostwriter Auguste Maquet.</p><p>The story takes place in France, Italy, islands in the Mediterranean and the Levant during the historical events of 1815–1838 (from just before the Hundred Days through the reign of Louis-Philippe of France). The historical setting is a fundamental element of the book. It is primarily concerned with themes of justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness, and is told in the style of an adventure story. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n<p>This book contains alternate versions of a number of chapters – indicated by an alt after the file number. The Zip files contain both versions of these chapters.</p><p>There are 2 versions of the M4Bs made , one containing the original files for these chapters (4 parts), the other containing the alternate files for the chapters (5 parts).</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-count-of-monte-cristo-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p i the count monte cristo i french i le comte de monte cristo i adventure novel alexandre dumas père often considered along i the three musketeers i dumas s popular work writing work completed 1844 like many novels expanded plot outlines suggested collaborating ghostwriter auguste maquet p p the story takes place france italy islands mediterranean levant historical events 1815 1838 from hundred days reign louis philippe france historical setting fundamental element book primarily concerned themes justice vengeance mercy forgiveness told style adventure story summary wikipedia p p this book contains alternate versions number chapters indicated alt file number zip files contain versions chapters p p there 2 versions m4bs made one containing original files chapters 4 parts containing alternate files chapters 5 parts p |
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Letters of Two Brides |
Honoré de Balzac |
Epistolary Fiction |
Letters of Two Brides is an epistolary novel. The two brides are Louise de Chaulieu (Madame Gaston) and Renée de Maucombe (Madame l'Estorade). The women became friends during their education at a convent and upon leaving began a life-long correspondence. For a 17 year period, they exchange letters describing their lives.<br /><br />Michelle Crandall reads Renee’s letters, and Kara Shallenberg reads Louise’s. Letters from the men in their lives are read by Peter Yearsley, David Barnes, Denny Sayers, and Sean McKinley.<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-two-brides-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
letters two brides epistolary novel two brides louise de chaulieu madame gaston renée de maucombe madame l estorade women became friends education convent upon leaving began life long correspondence 17 year period exchange letters describing lives br br michelle crandall reads renee s letters kara shallenberg reads louise s letters men lives read peter yearsley david barnes denny sayers sean mckinley p |
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53 |
Bleak House |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
<p>Bleak House is the ninth novel by Charles Dickens, published in 20 monthly parts between March 1852 and September 1853. It is widely held to be one of Dickens' finest and most complete novels, containing one of the most vast, complex and engaging arrays of minor characters and sub-plots in his entire canon. Dickens tells all of these both through the narrative of the novel's heroine, Esther Summerson, and as an omniscient narrator. Memorable characters include the menacing lawyer Tulkinghorn, the friendly but depressive John Jarndyce and the childish Harold Skimpole. The plot concerns a long-running legal dispute (Jarndyce and Jarndyce) which has far-reaching consequences for all involved. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/bleak-house-by-charles-dickens/ |
p bleak house ninth novel charles dickens published 20 monthly parts march 1852 september 1853 widely held one dickens finest complete novels containing one vast complex engaging arrays minor characters sub plots entire canon dickens tells narrative novel s heroine esther summerson omniscient narrator memorable characters include menacing lawyer tulkinghorn friendly depressive john jarndyce childish harold skimpole plot concerns long running legal dispute jarndyce jarndyce far reaching consequences involved summary wikipedia p |
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Penguin Island |
Anatole France |
Satire |
<p>The novel (original French title -- L'Île des Pingouins) is a satire on human nature. The first publication was in 1908. These penguins are mistaken for humans by the 97-year-old priest, Father Mael, because of his bad eyesight. He baptizes them, and once baptized, they have no choice but to become human. They take on human traits (build civilizations, go to war, etc.). The book is very funny and powerful. (Summary by Michael)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/penguin-island-by-anatole-france/ |
p the novel original french title l île des pingouins satire human nature first publication 1908 penguins mistaken humans 97 year old priest father mael bad eyesight baptizes them baptized choice become human take human traits build civilizations go war etc book funny powerful summary michael p |
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55 |
This Side of Paradise |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>This Side of Paradise is the debut novel of F. Scott Fitzgerald. Published in 1920, and taking its title from a line of the Rupert Brooke poem Tiare Tahiti, the book examines the lives and morality of post-World War I youth. Its protagonist, Amory Blaine, is a wealthy and attractive Princeton University student who dabbles in literature and has a series of romances that eventually lead to his disillusionment. In his later novels, Fitzgerald would further develop the book's theme of love warped by greed and status-seeking. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/this-side-of-paradise-by-f-scott-fitzgerald |
p this side paradise debut novel f scott fitzgerald published 1920 taking title line rupert brooke poem tiare tahiti book examines lives morality post world war youth protagonist amory blaine wealthy attractive princeton university student dabbles literature series romances eventually lead disillusionment later novels fitzgerald would develop book s theme love warped greed status seeking summary wikipedia p |
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Secret Garden |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
Mary Lennox is a spoiled, middle-class, self-centred child who has been recently orphaned. She is accepted into the quiet and remote country house of an uncle, who has almost completely withdrawn into himself after the death of his wife. Mary gradually becomes drawn into the hidden side of the house: why does she hear the crying of a unseen child? Why is there an overgrown, walled garden, its door long locked? (Summary by Peter)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-garden-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
mary lennox spoiled middle class self centred child recently orphaned accepted quiet remote country house uncle almost completely withdrawn death wife mary gradually becomes drawn hidden side house hear crying unseen child overgrown walled garden door long locked summary peter p |
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Twenty Years After |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Let's continue the D'Artagnan Romances that we've already started with The Three Musketeers. </p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-years-after-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
let s continue d artagnan romances we ve already started three musketeers p |
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Adventures of Huckleberry Finn |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction |
<p><em>Adventures of Huckleberry Finn</em> (1884) by Mark Twain is one of the truly great American novels, beloved by children, adults, and literary critics alike. The book tells the story of “Huck” Finn (first introduced as Tom Sawyer’s sidekick in <em>The Adventures of Tom Sawyer</em>), his friend Jim, and their journey down the Mississippi River on a raft. Both are on the run, Huck from his drunk and abusive father, and Jim as a runaway slave.</p>\n<p>As Huck and Jim drift down the river, they meet many colorful characters and have many great adventures. The true heart of the story, however, is the friendship between Huck and Jim. A constant theme throughout the book is Huck’s internal struggle between what he has been taught, that helping a runaway slave is a sin, and what he truly believes, that Jim is a good man and it couldn’t possibly be wrong to help him.</p>\n<p><em>Adventures of Huckleberry Finn</em> was unique at the time of its publication (1884) because it is narrated by Huck himself and is written in the numerous dialects common in the area and time in which the book is set. Although the book was originally intended as a sequel to the children’s book <em>The Adventures of Tom Sawyer</em>, as Twain wrote <em>Adventures of Huckleberry Finn</em> it progressed into a more serious work. Twain’s views on slavery and other social issues of the time become clear through the words, thoughts, and actions of Huck Finn. The book has always been the subject of great controversy, and according to <a href="http://www.ala.org/bbooks/100-most-frequently-challenged-books-1990–1999" target="_blank">The American Library Association</a> it was fifth on the list of most frequently challenged books in the 1990s.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-by-mark-twain/ |
p em adventures huckleberry finn em 1884 mark twain one truly great american novels beloved children adults literary critics alike book tells story huck finn first introduced tom sawyer s sidekick em the adventures tom sawyer em friend jim journey mississippi river raft run huck drunk abusive father jim runaway slave p p as huck jim drift river meet many colorful characters many great adventures true heart story however friendship huck jim constant theme throughout book huck s internal struggle taught helping runaway slave sin truly believes jim good man couldn t possibly wrong help him p p em adventures huckleberry finn em unique time publication 1884 narrated huck written numerous dialects common area time book set although book originally intended sequel children s book em the adventures tom sawyer em twain wrote em adventures huckleberry finn em progressed serious work twain s views slavery social issues time become clear words thoughts actions huck finn book always subject great controversy according a href http www ala org bbooks 100 most frequently challenged books 1990 1999 target _blank the american library association a fifth list frequently challenged books 1990s br summary annie coleman p |
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Heart of Darkness |
Joseph Conrad |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p> Set in a time of oppressive colonisation, when large areas of the world were still unknown to Europe, and Africa was literally on maps and minds as a mysterious shadow, Heart of Darkness famously explores the rituals of civilisation and barbarism, and the frighteningly fine line between them.</p>\n\n We get the tale through a classic unreliable narrator, relating as Marlow, a ship’s captain, tells how he was sent by the Company to retrieve the wayward Kurtz, and was shaken to discover the true depths of darkness in that creature’s, and in his own, soul. Conrad based the work closely on his own terrible experience in the Congo.</p>\n\n This work has been reinterpreted and adapted into many modern forms, the most well known being the film Apocalypse Now.\n (Summary written by Marlo Dianne) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/heart-of-darkness-by-joseph-conrad |
p set time oppressive colonisation large areas world still unknown europe africa literally maps minds mysterious shadow heart darkness famously explores rituals civilisation barbarism frighteningly fine line them p get tale classic unreliable narrator relating marlow ship s captain tells sent company retrieve wayward kurtz shaken discover true depths darkness creature s own soul conrad based work closely terrible experience congo p work reinterpreted adapted many modern forms well known film apocalypse now summary written marlo dianne p |
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65 |
Odyssey |
Samuel Butler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>The Odyssey is one of the two major ancient Greek epic poems (the other being the Iliad), attributed to the poet Homer. The poem is commonly dated to between 800 and 600 BC. The poem is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, and concerns the events that befall the Greek hero Odysseus in his long journey back to his native land Ithaca after the fall of Troy.</p>\n\nIt takes Odysseus ten years to return to his native land of Ithaca after ten years of war; during his 20-year absence, his son Telemachus and his wife Penelope must deal with a group of unruly suitors who have moved into Odysseus' home to compete for Penelope's hand in marriage, since most have assumed that Odysseus has died.</p>\n\nThe poem is a fundamental text in the Western canon and continues to be read in both Homeric Greek and translations around the world. (Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-odyssey-by-homer/ |
p the odyssey one two major ancient greek epic poems the iliad attributed poet homer poem commonly dated 800 600 bc poem is part sequel iliad concerns events befall greek hero odysseus long journey back native land ithaca fall troy p takes odysseus ten years return native land ithaca ten years war 20 year absence son telemachus wife penelope must deal group unruly suitors moved odysseus home compete penelope s hand marriage since assumed odysseus died p poem fundamental text western canon continues read homeric greek translations around world summary wikipedia p |
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Märchen (Index aller Märchen) |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen, Aschenputtel und viele andere. (Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p>\n\n<p><b>Die Märchen sind auf fünf Katalogseiten untergebracht</b>:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Märchen 1</a> • <a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Märchen 2</a> • <a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Märchen 3</a> • <a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Märchen 4</a> • <a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Märchen 5</a></p>\n<p><b>Alle Märchen in alphabetischer Reihenfolge - auf den Märchentitel klicken, um zur jeweiligen Katalogseite zu gelangen:</b></p>\n<p><b>A</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Allerleirauh</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Alte Bettelfrau, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Alte Großvater und der Enkel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Alte im Wald, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Alte Mütterchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Alte Sultan, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Arme Junge im Grab, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Arme Mädchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Arme Müllersbursch und das Kätzchen, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Arme und der Reiche, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Armut und Demut führen zum Himmel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Aschenputtel</a></p>\n<p><b>B</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Bärenhäuter, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Bauer und der Teufel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Beiden Wanderer, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Bienenkönigin, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Blaue Licht, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Boten des Todes, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Brautschau, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Bremer Stadtmusikanten, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Bruder Lustig</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Brüderchen und Schwesterchen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Bürle, Das</a></p>\n<p><b>D</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Daumerlings Wanderschaft</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Daumesdick</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Dietmarsische Lügenmärchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Doktor Allwissend</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Dornröschen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Drei Brüder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Drei Faulen, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Drei Federn, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Drei Feldscherer, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Drei Glückskinder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Drei grünen Zweige, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Drei Handwerksburschen, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Drei Männlein im Walde</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Drei Schlangenblätter</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Drei Spinnerinnen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Drei Sprachen, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Drei Vugelkens, De</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Dreschflegel vom Himmel, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>E</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Eigensinnige Kind, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Einäuglein Zweiäuglein</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Eisenhans, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Eisenofen, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Erbsenprobe, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Erdmänneken, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Eselein, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Eule, Die</a></p>\n<p><b>F</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Faule Heinz, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Faule Spinnerin, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Fitchers Vogel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Frau Holle</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Frau Trude</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Frieder und das Catherlieschen, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Froschkönig, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Fuchs und das Pferd, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Fuchs und die Frau Gevatterin, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Fuchs und die Gänse, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Fuchs und die Katze, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Fürchten lernen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Fundevogel</a></p>\n<p><b>G</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Gänsehirtin am Brunnen, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Gänsemagd, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Gaudeif un sien Meester, De</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Geist im Glas, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Gelernte Jäger, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Gescheite Hans, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Geschenke des kleinen Volkes, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Gestiefelte Kater, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Gestohlene Heller, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Gevatter Tod, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Gläserne Sag, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Goldene Gans, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Goldene Schlüssel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Goldene Vogel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Goldkinder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Gottes Speise</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Grabhügel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Gute Handel, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>H</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Hänsel und Gretel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Hagere Liese, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Hahnenbalke, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Hans heiratet</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Hans im Glück</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Hans mein Igel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Hase und der Igel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Haselrute, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Hausgesinde, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Heilige Joseph im Walde, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Herr Gevatter, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Herr Korbes</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Herrn und des Teufels Getier, Des</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Himmlische Hochzeit, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Hirtenbüblein, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Hochzeit der Frau Füchsin, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Hund und der Sperling, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>J</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Jorinde und Joringel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Jude im Korn, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Junge Gretel, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Junge Riese, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Jungfrau Maleen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Junggeglühte Männlein, Das</a></p>\n<p><b>K</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Katze und Maus in Gesellschaft</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Klare Sonne bringt’s an den Tag, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Kluge Bauerntochter, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Kluge Else, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Kluge Gretel, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Kluge Knecht, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Klugen Leute, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">König Drosselbart</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">König vom goldenen Berg, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Königssohn, der sich vor nichts fürchtet, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Kornähre, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Krautesel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Kristallkugel, Die</a></p>\n<p><b>L</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Lämmchen und das Fischchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Läuschen und Flöhchen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Lebenszeit, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Lieb und Leid teilen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Liebste Roland, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Löweneckerchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Lohengrin zu Brabant</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Lumpengesindel, Das</a></p>\n<p><b>M</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Mädchen ohne Hände, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Mäken von Brakel, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Märchen vom Schlaraffenland, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Märchen von der Unke</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Marienkind, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Meerhäschen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Meister Pfriem</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Meisterdieb, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Mond, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Muttergottesgläschen</a></p>\n<p><b>N</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Nagel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Nelke, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Nixe im Teich, Die</a></p>\n<p><b>R</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Rabe, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Rätsel, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Rätselmärchen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Räuberbräutigam, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Räuber und seine Söhne, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Ranzen, Hütlein, Hörnlein</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Rapunzel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Riese und der Schneider, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Riesenspielzeug, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Rohrdommel und Wiedehopf</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Rose, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Rotkäppchen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Rübe, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Rumpelstilzchen</a></p>\n<p><b>S</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Schlickerlinge, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Schneeweisschen und Rosenrot</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Schneewittchen</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Schneider im Himmel, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Schöne Katrinelje und Pif-Paf Poltrie, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Scholle, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Sechs Diener, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Sechs Schwäne, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Sechse kommen durch die ganze Welt</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Sieben Raben, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Sieben Schwaben, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Simeliberg</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Singende Knochen, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Sperling und seine vier Kinder, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Spindel, Weberschiffchen und Nadel</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Starke Hans, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Sterntaler, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Stiefel von Büffelleder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Strohhalm, Kohle und Bohne</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Süße Brei, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>T</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Tapfere Schneiderlein, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Teufel mit den drei goldenen Haaren, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Teufel und seine Großmutter, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Teufels rußiger Bruder, Des</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Tischchen deck dich</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Totenhemdchen, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Treue Johannes, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Treuen Thiere, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Trommler, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>U</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Undankbare Sohn, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Ungleichen Kinder Evas, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Unglück, Das</a></p>\n<p><b>V</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Vier kunstreichen Brüder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Vogel Greif, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Vom Fischer und seiner Frau</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Vom Fischer und seiner Frau</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Vom klugen Schneiderlein</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Von dem Mäuschen, Vögelchen und der Bratwurst</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/">Von dem Tode des Hühnchens</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Von einem der auszog das Fürchten zu lernen</a></p>\n<p><b>W</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Wahre Braut, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Waldhaus, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wasser des Lebens, Das</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Wassernixe, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Weiße Schlange, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Weiße und die Schwarze, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Wichtelmänner, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Wilde Mann, De</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wolf und der Fuchs, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wolf und der Mensch, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wolf und die sieben jungen Geißlein, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wunderliche Gasterei, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Wunderliche Spielmann, Der</a></p>\n<p><b>Z</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Zaunkönig, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/">Zaunkönig und der Bär, Der</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Zertanzten Schuhe, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Zwei Brüder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Zwölf Apostel, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/">Zwölf Brüder, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/">Zwölf faulen Knechte, Die</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/">Zwölf Jäger, Die</a></p>\n |
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p anfang des 19 jahrhunderts begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die märchen der gebrüder grimm weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen aschenputtel und viele andere zusammenfassung von rainer p p b die märchen sind auf fünf katalogseiten untergebracht b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 märchen 1 a a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 märchen 2 a a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 märchen 3 a a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 märchen 4 a a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 märchen 5 a p p b alle märchen alphabetischer reihenfolge auf den märchentitel klicken um zur jeweiligen katalogseite zu gelangen b p p b a b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 allerleirauh a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 alte bettelfrau die a br a 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bienenkönigin die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 blaue licht das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 boten des todes die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 brautschau die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 bremer stadtmusikanten die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 bruder lustig a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 brüderchen und schwesterchen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 bürle das a p p b d b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 daumerlings wanderschaft a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 daumesdick a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 dietmarsische lügenmärchen das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 doktor allwissend a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 dornröschen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 drei brüder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 drei faulen die a br a href 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2 fuchs und die gänse der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 fuchs und die katze der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 fürchten lernen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 fundevogel a p p b g b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 gänsehirtin brunnen die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 gänsemagd die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 gaudeif un sien meester de a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 geist im glas der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 gelernte jäger der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 gescheite hans der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 geschenke des kleinen volkes die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 gestiefelte kater der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 gestohlene heller der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 gevatter tod der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 gläserne sag der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 goldene gans die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 goldene schlüssel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 goldene vogel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 goldkinder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 gottes speise a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 grabhügel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 gute handel der a p p b h b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 hänsel und gretel a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 hagere liese die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 hahnenbalke der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 hans heiratet a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 hans im glück a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 hans mein igel a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 hase und der igel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 haselrute die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 hausgesinde das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 heilige joseph im walde der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 herr gevatter der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 herr korbes a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 herrn und des teufels getier des a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 himmlische hochzeit die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 hirtenbüblein das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 hochzeit der frau füchsin die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 hund und der sperling der a p p b j b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 jorinde und joringel a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 jude im korn der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 junge gretel das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 junge riese der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 jungfrau maleen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 junggeglühte männlein das a p p b k b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 katze und maus gesellschaft a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 klare sonne bringt s den tag die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 kluge bauerntochter die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 kluge else die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 kluge gretel das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 kluge knecht der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 klugen leute die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 könig drosselbart a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 könig vom goldenen berg der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 königssohn der sich vor nichts fürchtet der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 kornähre die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 krautesel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 kristallkugel die a p p b l b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 lämmchen und das fischchen das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 läuschen und flöhchen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 lebenszeit die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 lieb und leid teilen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 liebste roland der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 löweneckerchen das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 lohengrin zu brabant a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 lumpengesindel das a p p b m b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 mädchen ohne hände das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 mäken von brakel das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 märchen vom schlaraffenland das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 märchen von der unke a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 marienkind das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 meerhäschen das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 meister pfriem a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 meisterdieb der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 mond der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 muttergottesgläschen a p p b n b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 nagel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 nelke die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 nixe im teich die a p p b r b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 rabe die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 rätsel das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 rätselmärchen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 räuberbräutigam der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 räuber und seine söhne der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 ranzen hütlein hörnlein a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 rapunzel a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 riese und der schneider der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 riesenspielzeug das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 rohrdommel und wiedehopf a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 rose die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 rotkäppchen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 rübe die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 rumpelstilzchen a p p b s b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 schlickerlinge die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 schneeweisschen und rosenrot a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 schneewittchen a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 schneider im himmel der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 schöne katrinelje und pif paf poltrie die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 scholle die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 sechs diener die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 sechs schwäne die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 sechse kommen durch die ganze welt a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 sieben raben die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 sieben schwaben die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 simeliberg a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 singende knochen der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 sperling und seine vier kinder der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 spindel weberschiffchen und nadel a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 starke hans der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 sterntaler die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 stiefel von büffelleder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 strohhalm kohle und bohne a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 süße brei der a p p b t b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 tapfere schneiderlein das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 teufel mit den drei goldenen haaren der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 teufel und seine großmutter der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 teufels rußiger bruder des a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 tischchen deck dich a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 totenhemdchen das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 treue johannes der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 treuen thiere die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 trommler der a p p b u b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 undankbare sohn der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 ungleichen kinder evas die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 unglück das a p p b v b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 vier kunstreichen brüder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 vogel greif der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 vom fischer und seiner frau a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 vom fischer und seiner frau a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 vom klugen schneiderlein a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 von dem mäuschen vögelchen und der bratwurst a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 3 von dem tode des hühnchens a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 von einem der auszog das fürchten zu lernen a p p b w b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 wahre braut die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 waldhaus das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wasser des lebens das a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 wassernixe die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 weiße schlange die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 weiße und die schwarze die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 wichtelmänner die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 wilde mann de a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wolf und der fuchs der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wolf und der mensch der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wolf und die sieben jungen geißlein der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wunderliche gasterei die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 wunderliche spielmann der a p p b z b br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 zaunkönig der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 4 zaunkönig und der bär der a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 zertanzten schuhe die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 zwei brüder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 zwölf apostel die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 1 zwölf brüder die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 2 zwölf faulen knechte die a br a href http librivox org maerchen by grimm 5 zwölf jäger die a p |
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Divine Comedy |
Dante Alighieri |
Poetry |
<p>The Divine Comedy (Italian: Commedia, later christened "Divina" by Giovanni Boccaccio), written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321, is widely considered the central epic poem of Italian literature, the last great work of literature of the Middle Ages and the first great work of the Renaissance. A culmination of the medieval world-view of the afterlife, it establishes the Tuscan dialect in which it is written as the Italian standard, and is seen as one of the greatest works of world literature. - The Divine Comedy is composed of three canticas (or "cantiche") — Inferno (Hell), Purgatorio (Purgatory), and Paradiso (Paradise) — composed each of 33 cantos (or "canti"). The very first canto serves as an introduction to the poem and is generally not considered to be part of the first cantica, bringing the total number of cantos to 100. - The poet tells in the first person his travel through the three realms of the dead, lasting during the Easter Triduum in the spring of 1300. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1321 |
https://librivox.org/the-divine-comedy-by-dante-alighieri/ |
p the divine comedy italian commedia later christened divina giovanni boccaccio written dante alighieri 1308 death 1321 widely considered central epic poem italian literature last great work literature middle ages first great work renaissance culmination medieval world view afterlife establishes tuscan dialect written italian standard seen one greatest works world literature divine comedy composed three canticas or cantiche inferno hell purgatorio purgatory paradiso paradise composed 33 cantos or canti first canto serves introduction poem generally considered part first cantica bringing total number cantos 100 poet tells first person travel three realms dead lasting easter triduum spring 1300 summary wikipedia p |
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84 |
Getting of Wisdom |
Henry Handel Richardson |
General Fiction |
<p>\nThe Getting of Wisdom tells the story of Laura Rambotham, a 12-year-old girl who is just starting at her boarding school. This is based on Henry Handel Richardson's experiences of her own school, the Prebysterian Ladies College in central Melbourne. The story goes through her friends and enemies and all the life of a boarding school in early 20th century Australia, and all the subjects and learning too. Laura learns a lot but her education does not satisfy her, and her social life is thrown upon her as very different from her peers. (Summary by Bronwyn Kate)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-getting-of-wisdom-by-henry-handel-richardson/ |
p getting wisdom tells story laura rambotham 12 year old girl starting boarding school based henry handel richardson s experiences school prebysterian ladies college central melbourne story goes friends enemies life boarding school early 20th century australia subjects learning too laura learns lot education satisfy her social life thrown upon different peers summary bronwyn kate p |
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14 |
68 |
Unbeaten Tracks in Japan |
Isabella L. Bird |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Isabella Lucy Bird was a 19th century English traveller, writer, and natural historian. She was a sickly child, however, while she was travelling she was almost always healthy. Her first trip, in 1854, took her to America, visiting relatives. Her first book, <i>The Englishwoman in America</i> was published anonymously two years later.<br><br>\n<i>Unbeaten Tracks in Japan</i> is compiled of the letters she sent to her sister during her 7 months sojourn in Japan in 1878. Her travels there took her from Edo (now called Tokyo) through the interior - where she was often the first foreigner the locals had met - to Niigata, and from there to Aomori. There she crossed over to Yezo (Hokkaido), and her account on the life of the Ainu, an indigenous people of Japan, provides an interesting glimpse of days long past. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/unbeaten-tracks-in-japan-by-isabella-l-bird/ |
isabella lucy bird 19th century english traveller writer natural historian sickly child however travelling almost always healthy first trip 1854 took america visiting relatives first book i the englishwoman america i published anonymously two years later br br i unbeaten tracks japan i compiled letters sent sister 7 months sojourn japan 1878 travels took edo now called tokyo interior often first foreigner locals met niigata aomori crossed yezo hokkaido account life ainu indigenous people japan provides interesting glimpse days long past summary availle |
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71 |
Canterville Ghost |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The American Minister and his family have bought the English stately home Canterville Chase, complete with the ghost of Sir Simon de Canterville - blood-stains, clanking chains and all. But these modern Americans will have no truck with ghostly goings-on, and set out to beat the spectre at his own game. (Summary by David Barnes)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-canterville-ghost-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p the american minister family bought english stately home canterville chase complete ghost sir simon de canterville blood stains clanking chains all modern americans truck ghostly goings on set beat spectre game summary david barnes p |
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73 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 1 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.<br /><br />Las clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. (Summary by Fedra)<p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/las-fabulas-de-esopo-vol-01/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish br br las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español summary fedra p |
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74 |
Mother Goose in Prose |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Whether Mother Goose was a real person or a myth, the songs that are attributed to her name are what we remember from our childhood. Some of these nursery rhymes are complete tales in themselves. There are others which are mere suggestions, leaving the imagination to weave in the details of the story. Many of the rhymes’ origins even at the time of this books writing, could be traced back decades or centuries. L Frank Baum in 1897, while living in Chicago, collected the rhymes and created short stories around them which add context and understanding for children who are drawn to the familiar melodies. (Summary by Westwinds12)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/mother-goose-in-prose-by-l-frank-baum/ |
whether mother goose real person myth songs attributed name remember childhood nursery rhymes complete tales themselves others mere suggestions leaving imagination weave details story many rhymes origins even time books writing could traced back decades centuries l frank baum 1897 living chicago collected rhymes created short stories around add context understanding children drawn familiar melodies summary westwinds12 p |
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18 |
75 |
Uncle Tom's Cabin |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Among the most “banned” books in the United States, Uncle Tom’s Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly is a novel by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe which treats slavery as a central theme. Stowe was a Connecticut-born teacher at the Hartford Female Academy and an active abolitionist. The novel is believed to have had a profound effect on the North’s view of slavery. In fact, when he met Harriet Beecher Stowe, President Lincoln is said to have commented, “So you’re the little lady whose book started the Civil War.” First published on March 20, 1852, the story focuses on the tale of Uncle Tom, a long-suffering black slave, the central character around whose life the other characters—both fellow slaves and slave owners—revolve. The novel depicts the harsh reality of slavery while also showing that Christian love and faith can overcome even something as evil as enslavement of fellow human beings. (summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p>\n\n<p>Note From the Reader: \nThe listener is about to enter a world rich with diverse characters. In order to differentiate between the characters, the reader has given each, his/her own voice. As an adult male reader, however, the reader's representation of women and children will, necessarily be less than adequate. He asks for your indulgence.</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-toms-cabin-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
p among banned books united states uncle tom s cabin or life among lowly novel american author harriet beecher stowe treats slavery central theme stowe connecticut born teacher hartford female academy active abolitionist novel believed profound effect north s view slavery fact met harriet beecher stowe president lincoln said commented so you re little lady whose book started civil war first published march 20 1852 story focuses tale uncle tom long suffering black slave central character around whose life characters both fellow slaves slave owners revolve novel depicts harsh reality slavery also showing christian love faith overcome even something evil enslavement fellow human beings summary wikipedia john greenman p p note reader listener enter world rich diverse characters order differentiate characters reader given each his her voice adult male reader however reader s representation women children will necessarily less adequate asks indulgence p |
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76 |
Truth About Jesus. Is He a Myth? |
M. M. Mangasarian |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
The following work offers in book form the series of studies on the question of the historicity of Jesus, presented from time to time before the Independent Religious Society in Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1909. No effort has been made to change the manner of the spoken, into the more regular form of the written, word. (Summary by M.M. Mangasarian (1859-1943) and Joanne Pauwels)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-truth-about-jesus-is-he-a-myth-by-m-m-mangasarian/ |
following work offers book form series studies question historicity jesus presented time time independent religious society orchestra hall chicago 1909 effort made change manner spoken regular form written word summary m m mangasarian 1859 1943 joanne pauwels p |
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106 |
Poems Every Child Should Know |
Mary E. Burt |
Poetry |
<p>This anthology of poetry, published in 1904, contains such favorites as The Raven, My Shadow, and The Village Blacksmith, as well as many lovely poems that may be unfamiliar. Most of the poems in this collection are short enough for children to memorize.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/poems-every-child-should-know-edited-by-mary-e-burt/ |
p this anthology poetry published 1904 contains favorites raven shadow village blacksmith well many lovely poems may unfamiliar poems collection short enough children memorize p |
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78 |
Foolish Dictionary |
Charles Wayland Towne |
Humorous Fiction |
"The Foolish Dictionary" was written by "Gideon Wurdz" (the pen name for Charles Wayland Towne) and was published in 1904. According to the beginning of the book, it is "An exhausting work of reference to un-certain English words, their origin, meaning, legitimate and illegitimate use..." \n\nThis a a short but amusing dictionary which "redefines" words in some interesting ways. Funny and sometimes bizarre observations are sprinkled throughout. In keeping with LibriVox policy to read, rather than attempt to rewrite, books - even those with offensive content - nothing has been omitted. While many of the definitions may just seem confusing or "corny" to modern readers, there are a couple that also might be considered "objectionable," particularly in section 10, which contains offensive content of a racial nature. \n\nSummary by Maddie<p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-foolish-dictionary-by-gideon-wurdz/ |
the foolish dictionary written gideon wurdz the pen name charles wayland towne published 1904 according beginning book an exhausting work reference un certain english words origin meaning legitimate illegitimate use short amusing dictionary redefines words interesting ways funny sometimes bizarre observations sprinkled throughout keeping librivox policy read rather attempt rewrite books even offensive content nothing omitted many definitions may seem confusing corny modern readers couple also might considered objectionable particularly section 10 contains offensive content racial nature summary maddie p |
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79 |
Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood |
George MacDonald |
Children's Fiction |
George MacDonald is mainly known for his fantasy works and fairy tales such as At the Back of the North Wind and the Princess and the Goblin. However, during his life he was more famous for many more realistic novels. . . among them the somewhat autobiographical Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood.\n<p>This story of a young motherless boy growing up with his brothers in a Scottish manse is full of delightful characters. There is Kirsty, an enchanting Highland storyteller, Turkey, the intrepid cowherd, the evil Kelpie, and the lovely Elsie Duff. Throughout the twists and turns of his escapades and adventures Ranald learns from his father the important lessons of courage and integrity.</p><p>When Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood came out in 1871 the New York Independent praised it as "full of sweetness, full of boy-life and true goodness". Perhaps, but it is also a good story, from the master of storytellers. (Summary by Bookworm) |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/ranald-bannermans-boyhood-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald mainly known fantasy works fairy tales back north wind princess goblin however life famous many realistic novels among somewhat autobiographical ranald bannerman s boyhood p this story young motherless boy growing brothers scottish manse full delightful characters kirsty enchanting highland storyteller turkey intrepid cowherd evil kelpie lovely elsie duff throughout twists turns escapades adventures ranald learns father important lessons courage integrity p p when ranald bannerman s boyhood came 1871 new york independent praised full sweetness full boy life true goodness perhaps also good story master storytellers summary bookworm |
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80 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 01 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le premier des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons. </p>\n<p>This is the first book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.</p> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables_la_fontaine_01 |
p voici le premier des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p this first book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society p |
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81 |
Dream Psychology |
Sigmund Freud |
Psychology |
<p>Not a few serious-minded students, [...], have been discouraged from attempting a study of Freud's dream psychology. The book in which he originally offered to the world his interpretation of dreams was as circumstantial as a legal record to be pondered over by scientists at their leisure, not to be assimilated in a few hours by the average alert reader. In those days, Freud could not leave out any detail likely to make his extremely novel thesis evidentially acceptable to those willing to sift data. - Freud himself, however, realized the magnitude of the task which the reading of his magnum opus imposed upon those who have not been prepared for it by long psychological and scientific training and he abstracted from that gigantic work the parts which constitute the essential of his discoveries.</p>\n<p>The publishers of the present book deserve credit for presenting to the reading public the gist of Freud's psychology in the master's own words, and in a form which shall neither discourage beginners, nor appear too elementary to those who are more advanced in psychoanalytic study. - Dream psychology is the key to Freud's works and to all modern psychology. With a simple, compact manual such as Dream Psychology there shall be no longer any excuse for ignorance of the most revolutionary psychological system of modern times. (From the book introduction, by Andre Tridon)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/dream-psychology-by-sigmund-freud/ |
p not serious minded students discouraged attempting study freud s dream psychology book originally offered world interpretation dreams circumstantial legal record pondered scientists leisure assimilated hours average alert reader days freud could leave detail likely make extremely novel thesis evidentially acceptable willing sift data freud himself however realized magnitude task reading magnum opus imposed upon prepared long psychological scientific training abstracted gigantic work parts constitute essential discoveries p p the publishers present book deserve credit presenting reading public gist freud s psychology master s words form shall neither discourage beginners appear elementary advanced psychoanalytic study dream psychology key freud s works modern psychology simple compact manual dream psychology shall longer excuse ignorance revolutionary psychological system modern times from book introduction andre tridon p |
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24 |
82 |
Winnetou I |
Karl May |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
<p>Der deutsche Vermessungsingenieur Old Shatterhand kommt betrügerischen Machenschaften bei der Verlegung einer neuen Eisenbahnlinie durch das Gebiet der Apachen auf die Spur. Nachdem er den Häuptlingssohn Winnetou vor dem Marterpfahl der feindlichen Kiowas gerettet hat, wird er von ihm in einem Kampf schwer verletzt und in das Indianerlager verschleppt... (Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/winnetou-i-by-karl-may/ |
p der deutsche vermessungsingenieur old shatterhand kommt betrügerischen machenschaften bei der verlegung einer neuen eisenbahnlinie durch das gebiet der apachen auf die spur nachdem er den häuptlingssohn winnetou vor dem marterpfahl der feindlichen kiowas gerettet hat wird er von ihm einem kampf schwer verletzt und das indianerlager verschleppt zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
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83 |
Vindication of the Rights of Woman |
Mary Wollstonecraft |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) is best known for A Vindication of the Rights of Woman in which she argued that women are not naturally inferior to men, but only appeared to be because they lacked education. She suggested that both men and women should be treated as rational beings and imagined a social order founded on reason. - Today, Wollstonecraft is considered a foundational thinker in feminist philosophy. Her early advocacy of women's equality and her attacks on conventional femininity and the degradation of women presaged the later emergence of the feminist political movement. Feminist scholars and activists have cited both her philosophical ideas and personal struggles as important influences in their work. <br><br>\n<em>This is one of the 12 Books That Changed the World by Melvyn Bragg.</em> (Summary from Wikipedia and Alex Foster)</p> |
English |
1792 |
https://librivox.org/a-vindication-of-the-rights-of-woman-by-mary-wollstonecraft/ |
p wollstonecraft 1759 1797 best known vindication rights woman argued women naturally inferior men appeared lacked education suggested men women treated rational beings imagined social order founded reason today wollstonecraft considered foundational thinker feminist philosophy early advocacy women s equality attacks conventional femininity degradation women presaged later emergence feminist political movement feminist scholars activists cited philosophical ideas personal struggles important influences work br br em this one 12 books changed world melvyn bragg em summary wikipedia alex foster p |
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85 |
Consolation of Philosophy |
Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Consolation of Philosophy (Latin: Consolatio Philosophiae) is a philosophical work by Boethius written in about the year 524 AD. It has been described as the single most important and influential work in the West in medieval and early Renaissance Christianity, and is also the last great work that can be called Classical. <br><br> Consolation of Philosophy was written during Boethius' one year imprisonment while awaiting trial, and eventual horrific execution, for the crime of treason by Ostrogothic King Theodoric the Great. Boethius was at the very heights of power in Rome and was brought down by treachery. It was from this experience he was inspired to write a philosophical book from prison reflecting on how a lord's favor could change so quickly and why friends would turn against him. It has been described as “by far the most interesting example of prison literature the world has ever seen.” <br><br> The Consolation of Philosophy stands, by its note of fatalism and its affinities with the Christian doctrine of humility, midway between the heathen philosophy of Seneca the Younger and the later Christian philosophy of consolation represented by Thomas Aquinas. <br><br>The book is heavily influenced by Plato and his dialogues (as was Boethius himself). (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-consolation-of-philosophy-by-boethius/ |
p consolation philosophy latin consolatio philosophiae philosophical work boethius written year 524 ad described single important influential work west medieval early renaissance christianity also last great work called classical br br consolation philosophy written boethius one year imprisonment awaiting trial eventual horrific execution crime treason ostrogothic king theodoric great boethius heights power rome brought treachery experience inspired write philosophical book prison reflecting lord s favor could change quickly friends would turn him described by far interesting example prison literature world ever seen br br consolation philosophy stands note fatalism affinities christian doctrine humility midway heathen philosophy seneca younger later christian philosophy consolation represented thomas aquinas br br the book heavily influenced plato dialogues as boethius himself summary wikipedia p |
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86 |
Emma |
Jane Austen |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Sherry reads Jane Austen’s sparkling comedy of manners with wit and vivacity, and brings the characters to life. Mr. Woodhouse worries and frets, Miss Bates chatters on, and Emma blithely manipulates and misunderstands her friends and family until she finally learns her lesson! (Summary by Kara)<p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/emma-by-jane-austen-solo/ |
sherry reads jane austen s sparkling comedy manners wit vivacity brings characters life mr woodhouse worries frets miss bates chatters on emma blithely manipulates misunderstands friends family finally learns lesson summary kara p |
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88 |
Mrs. Caudle's Curtain Lectures |
Douglas William Jerrold |
Humorous Fiction |
Douglas William Jerrold (1803-1857) was the son of an actor manager. After some time in the Navy and as an apprentice printer he became a playwright and later a journalist. He was a contemporary and friend of Charles Dickens. As a journalist he worked for Punch magazine in which Mrs Caudle's Curtain Lectures were serialised, to be published in book form in 1846.<br /><br />Job Caudle, the 'hero' of the book is a Victorian shopkeeper whose wife finds she can only talk to him without interruption in bed. Caudle, who outlives his wife, finds he can no longer sleep easily because of his memory of these 'lectures' and resolves to exorcise his wife's memory by recording the lectures, it seems with a view to future publication for the edification of others. Jerrold's humour shines through this insight into Victorian middle class culture. (Summary by Martin Clifton)<p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-caudles-curtain-lectures-by-douglas-william-jerrold/ |
douglas william jerrold 1803 1857 son actor manager time navy apprentice printer became playwright later journalist contemporary friend charles dickens journalist worked punch magazine mrs caudle s curtain lectures serialised published book form 1846 br br job caudle hero book victorian shopkeeper whose wife finds talk without interruption bed caudle outlives wife finds longer sleep easily memory lectures resolves exorcise wife s memory recording lectures seems view future publication edification others jerrold s humour shines insight victorian middle class culture summary martin clifton p |
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89 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 2 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.<br /><br />Las clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. (Summary by Fedra)<p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/fabulas-de-esopo-vol-02/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish br br las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español summary fedra p |
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90 |
Importance of Being Earnest |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction |
The Importance of Being Earnest is a classic comedy of manners in which two flippant young men, in order to impress their respected beloveds, pretend that their names are “Ernest,” which both young ladies believe confers magical qualities on the possessor. It was first performed for the public on February 14, 1895 at the St. James’ Theatre in London, and is regarded by many critics and scholars as being the wittiest play in the English language. (Summary from Wikipedia.org)</p><p><b>Characters:</b><br /><em>John Worthing, J.P.</em> - Read by <a href="http://www.johngon.com" rel="nofollow">John Gonzalez</a><br /><em>Algernon Moncrieff</em> - Read by <a href="http://www.gordmackenzie.com/" rel="nofollow">Gord Mackenzie</a><br /><em>Rev. Canon Chasuble, D.D.</em> - Read by <a href="http://tis.goringe.net/" rel="nofollow">Chris Goringe</a><br /><em>Merriman, Butler</em> - Read by Peter Yearsley<br /><em>Lane, Manservant</em> - Read by <a href="http://dosemagazine.blogsome.com/" rel="nofollow">Hugh McGuire</a><br /><em>Lady Bracknell</em> - Read by <a href="http://www.mediatinker.com/" rel="nofollow">Kristen McQuillin</a><br /><em>Hon. Gwendolen Fairfax</em> - Read by Deana<br /><em>Cecily Cardew</em> - Read by <a href="http://kayray.org/" rel="nofollow">Kara Shallenberg</a><br /><em>Miss Prism, Governess</em> - Read by Sureka<br /><em>Narrator</em> - Read by <a href="http://betsie.info" rel="nofollow">Betsie Bush</a><br /><em>Project Editor</em> - <a href="http://www.writingshow.com/" rel="nofollow">Paula Berinstein</a></p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-importance-of-being-earnest-by-oscar-wilde/ |
importance earnest classic comedy manners two flippant young men order impress respected beloveds pretend names ernest young ladies believe confers magical qualities possessor first performed public february 14 1895 st james theatre london regarded many critics scholars wittiest play english language summary wikipedia org p p b characters b br em john worthing j p em read a href http www johngon com rel nofollow john gonzalez a br em algernon moncrieff em read a href http www gordmackenzie com rel nofollow gord mackenzie a br em rev canon chasuble d d em read a href http tis goringe net rel nofollow chris goringe a br em merriman butler em read peter yearsley br em lane manservant em read a href http dosemagazine blogsome com rel nofollow hugh mcguire a br em lady bracknell em read a href http www mediatinker com rel nofollow kristen mcquillin a br em hon gwendolen fairfax em read deana br em cecily cardew em read a href http kayray org rel nofollow kara shallenberg a br em miss prism governess em read sureka br em narrator em read a href http betsie info rel nofollow betsie bush a br em project editor em a href http www writingshow com rel nofollow paula berinstein a p |
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Story of a Stuffed Elephant |
Laura Lee Hope |
Action & Adventure |
The Story of a Stuffed Elephant is... well, the story of a Stuffed Elephant and the little boy who owns him, and his sister, and all their adventures. A delightful children's book by the author of The Bobbsey Twins series. (Summary by Vlooi and Kara)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-stuffed-elephant-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
story stuffed elephant is well story stuffed elephant little boy owns him sister adventures delightful children s book author bobbsey twins series summary vlooi kara p |
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Wind in the Willows |
Kenneth Grahame |
Animals & Nature |
This much-loved story follows a group of animal friends in the English countryside as they pursue adventure … and as adventure pursues them! The chief characters - Mole, Rat, and Toad - generally lead upbeat and happy lives, but their tales are leavened with moments of terror, homesickness, awe, madcap antics, and derring-do.<br />\nAlthough classed as children’s literature, The Wind in the Willows holds a gentle fascination for adults too. The vocabulary is decidedly not “Dick and Jane”, and a reader with a love of words will find new ones to treasure, even if well-equipped for the journey. Parents will appreciate the themes of loyalty, manners, self-restraint, and comradeship which are evident throughout the book. When the characters err, they are prompt to acknowlege it, and so a reading of this book can model good behavior to children, who will otherwise be enchanted with the many ways in which the lives of these bucolic characters differ from modern life.<br />\nThis book was so successful that it enabled the author to retire from banking and take up a country life somewhat like that of his creations. It has been adapted for screen, stage, and even a ride at the original Disneyland.\n(Summary by Mark F. Smith)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-willows-by-kenneth-grahame-2/ |
much loved story follows group animal friends english countryside pursue adventure adventure pursues them chief characters mole rat toad generally lead upbeat happy lives tales leavened moments terror homesickness awe madcap antics derring do br although classed children s literature wind willows holds gentle fascination adults too vocabulary decidedly dick jane reader love words find new ones treasure even well equipped journey parents appreciate themes loyalty manners self restraint comradeship evident throughout book characters err prompt acknowlege it reading book model good behavior children otherwise enchanted many ways lives bucolic characters differ modern life br book successful enabled author retire banking take country life somewhat like creations adapted screen stage even ride original disneyland summary mark f smith p |
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96 |
Junior Classics Volume 1: Fairy and Wonder Tales |
William Allan Neilson |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The purpose of The Junior Classics is to provide, in ten volumes containing about five thousand pages, a classified collection of tales, stories, and poems, both ancient and modern, suitable for boys and girls of from six to sixteen years of age. (summary from book introduction)</p><p>This collection consists of Volume 1 of The Junior Classics, and it contains many well known stories in their original forms. Among stories from other authors, you'll find Hans Christian Anderson, Aesop, and the Grimm brothers.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-vol-1-by-william-patten/ |
p the purpose junior classics provide ten volumes containing five thousand pages classified collection tales stories poems ancient modern suitable boys girls six sixteen years age summary book introduction p p this collection consists volume 1 junior classics contains many well known stories original forms among stories authors find hans christian anderson aesop grimm brothers p |
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97 |
Lord Jim |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>A classic of early literary modernism, Lord Jim tells the story of a young "simple and sensitive character" who loses his honor in a display of cowardice at sea -- and of his expiation of that sin against his own "shadowy ideal of conduct" on the remote island of Patusan. The novel, written by Conrad for magazine serialization during an intense and chaotic ten months in 1899 and 1900, has, in the words of Thomas C. Moser, "the rare distinction of being a masterpiece in two separate genres. It is at once an exotic adventure story of the Eastern seas in the popular tradition of Kipling and Stevenson and a complexly wrought 'art novel' in the tradition of Flaubert and James. (summary by Stewart Wills)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/lord-jim-by-joseph-conrad |
p a classic early literary modernism lord jim tells story young simple sensitive character loses honor display cowardice sea expiation sin shadowy ideal conduct remote island patusan novel written conrad magazine serialization intense chaotic ten months 1899 1900 has words thomas c moser the rare distinction masterpiece two separate genres exotic adventure story eastern seas popular tradition kipling stevenson complexly wrought art novel tradition flaubert james summary stewart wills p |
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99 |
Villette |
Charlotte Brontë |
Romance |
<p>After a tragedy in her family, Lucy Snow leaves her home to become a teacher at a French boarding school. Lucy soon begins to fight against an overwhelming sense of desolation. Meeting a charming doctor and a strict, peculiar schoolmaster changes her life forever-- and threatens to break her spirit. (summary by heatherausten)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/villette-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
p after tragedy family lucy snow leaves home become teacher french boarding school lucy soon begins fight overwhelming sense desolation meeting charming doctor strict peculiar schoolmaster changes life forever threatens break spirit summary heatherausten p |
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37 |
100 |
Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket is Edgar Allan Poe’s only complete novel, published in 1838.</p><p>The work relates the tale of the young Arthur Gordon Pym who stows away aboard a whaling ship called Grampus. Various adventures and mis-adventures befall Pym including shipwreck, mutiny and cannibalism. The story starts out as a fairly conventional adventure at sea, but it becomes increasingly strange and hard to classify in later chapters, involving religious symbolism and the Hollow Earth. Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-arthur-gordon-pym/ |
p the narrative arthur gordon pym nantucket edgar allan poe s complete novel published 1838 p p the work relates tale young arthur gordon pym stows away aboard whaling ship called grampus various adventures mis adventures befall pym including shipwreck mutiny cannibalism story starts fairly conventional adventure sea becomes increasingly strange hard classify later chapters involving religious symbolism hollow earth summary wikipedia p |
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104 |
Merry Adventures of Robin Hood |
Howard Pyle |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Robin Hood is the archetypal English folk hero; a courteous, pious and swashbuckling outlaw of the mediæval era who, in modern versions of the legend, is famous for robbing the rich to feed the poor and fighting against injustice and tyranny. He operates with his "seven score" (140 strong) group of fellow outlawed yeomen – named the Merry Men. He and his band are usually associated with Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire.<br><br>The Victorian era generated its own distinct versions of Robin Hood. The traditional tales were often adapted for children, most notably in Howard Pyle's Merry Adventures of Robin Hood. These versions firmly stamp Robin as a staunch philanthropist, a man who takes from the rich to give to the poor.(Summary from Wikipedia)<p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-merry-adventures-of-robin-hood-by-howard-pyle/ |
robin hood archetypal english folk hero courteous pious swashbuckling outlaw mediæval era who modern versions legend famous robbing rich feed poor fighting injustice tyranny operates seven score 140 strong group fellow outlawed yeomen named merry men band usually associated sherwood forest nottinghamshire br br the victorian era generated distinct versions robin hood traditional tales often adapted children notably howard pyle s merry adventures robin hood versions firmly stamp robin staunch philanthropist man takes rich give poor summary wikipedia p |
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Wives and Daughters |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>If you like Jane Austen, you will probably like this book!</p><p>Mrs. Gaskell, as she was often referred to, is considered one of the greatest British novelists of the Victorian era. She was one of the earliest novelists ever to use dialect in her works, finding often that no word but the vernacular would suffice to convey the meaning she wanted to achieve. She was the author of The Life of Charlotte Brontë, a much-acclaimed and sometimes-reviled biography of her friend and peer.</p><p>Wives and Daughters revolves around Molly Gibson, only daughter of a widowed doctor living in a provincial English town in the 1830s. The novel was first published in the Cornhill Magazine as a serial from August 1864 to January 1866. When Mrs Gaskell died suddenly in 1865, it was not quite complete, and the last section was written by Frederick Greenwood. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/wives-and-daughters-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
p if like jane austen probably like book p p mrs gaskell often referred to considered one greatest british novelists victorian era one earliest novelists ever use dialect works finding often word vernacular would suffice convey meaning wanted achieve author life charlotte brontë much acclaimed sometimes reviled biography friend peer p p wives daughters revolves around molly gibson daughter widowed doctor living provincial english town 1830s novel first published cornhill magazine serial august 1864 january 1866 mrs gaskell died suddenly 1865 quite complete last section written frederick greenwood summary wikipedia p |
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290 |
Short Poetry Collection 011 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 011: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-011/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 011 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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119 |
Art of War |
Sun Tzu 孙武 |
War & Military |
<p>"The Art of War is a Chinese military treatise written during the 6th century BC by Sun Tzu. Composed of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one aspect of warfare, it has long been praised as the definitive work on military strategies and tactics of its time. The Art of War is one of the oldest and most famous studies of strategy and has had a huge influence on both military planning and beyond. The Art of War has also been applied, with much success, to business and managerial strategies." (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-war-by-sun-tzu/ |
p the art war chinese military treatise written 6th century bc sun tzu composed 13 chapters devoted one aspect warfare long praised definitive work military strategies tactics time art war one oldest famous studies strategy huge influence military planning beyond art war also applied much success business managerial strategies summary wikipedia p |
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42 |
120 |
Three Musketeers |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>The Three Musketeers (Les Trois Mousquetaires) is a novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. It recounts the adventures of a young man named d'Artagnan after he leaves home to become a musketeer. D'Artagnan is not one of the musketeers of the title; those are his friends Athos, Porthos, and Aramis -- inseparable friends who live by the motto, "One for all, and all for one".<br><br>\nThe Three Musketeers was first published in serial form in the magazine Le Siècle between March and July 1844. Dumas claimed it was based on manuscripts he had discovered in the Bibliothèque Nationale. It was later proven that Dumas had based his work on the book Mémoires de Monsieur D'Artagnan, capitaine lieutenant de la première compagnie des Mousquetaires du Roi (Memoirs of Mister D'Artagnan, Lieutenant Captain of the first company of the King's Musketeers) by Gatien de Courtilz de Sandras (Cologne, 1700). <br><br>\nDumas' version of the story covers the adventures of D'Artagnan and his friends from 1625 to 1628, as they are involved in intrigues involving the weak King Louis XIII of France, his powerful and cunning advisor Cardinal Richelieu, the beautiful Queen Anne of Austria, her English lover, George Villiers, 1st Duke of Buckingham, and the Siege of La Rochelle. Adding to the intrigue are the mysterious Milady de Winter, and Richelieu's right-hand man, the Comte de Rochefort. (summary from wikipedia)</p>\n<p>Get <a href="http://librivox.org/twenty-years-after-by-alexandre-dumas/"> Twenty Years After</a> here.<br />\nGet <a href="http://librivox.org/the-man-in-the-iron-mask-by-alexandre-dumas/"> The Man in the Iron Mask</a> here.</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-musketeers-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p the three musketeers les trois mousquetaires novel alexandre dumas père recounts adventures young man named d artagnan leaves home become musketeer d artagnan one musketeers title friends athos porthos aramis inseparable friends live motto one all one br br three musketeers first published serial form magazine le siècle march july 1844 dumas claimed based manuscripts discovered bibliothèque nationale later proven dumas based work book mémoires de monsieur d artagnan capitaine lieutenant de la première compagnie des mousquetaires du roi memoirs mister d artagnan lieutenant captain first company king s musketeers gatien de courtilz de sandras cologne 1700 br br dumas version story covers adventures d artagnan friends 1625 1628 involved intrigues involving weak king louis xiii france powerful cunning advisor cardinal richelieu beautiful queen anne austria english lover george villiers 1st duke buckingham siege la rochelle adding intrigue mysterious milady de winter richelieu s right hand man comte de rochefort summary wikipedia p p get a href http librivox org twenty years after by alexandre dumas twenty years after a here br get a href http librivox org the man in the iron mask by alexandre dumas man iron mask a here p |
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121 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 3 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.<br /><br />Las clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. (Summary by Fedra) <p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/las-fabulas-de-esopo-vol-03/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish br br las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español summary fedra p |
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44 |
122 |
Bible (LSG, 1910) NT 04: Évangile selon Jean |
Louis Segond Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Ce quarante-troisième livre de la Bible, traduite par Louis Segond, au XIXe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant, nous est parvenu comme étant le témoignage du <em>disciple que Jésus aimait</em>. \n<p>L'auteur a écrit ces choses « afin que vous croyiez que Jésus est le Christ, le Fils de Dieu, et qu'en croyant vous ayez la vie en son nom ».</p><br />(Summary by Ezwa)\n</p> |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/evangile-selon-jean-lsg/ |
p ce quarante troisième livre de la bible traduite par louis segond au xixe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant nous est parvenu comme étant le témoignage du em disciple que jésus aimait em p l auteur écrit ces choses afin que vous croyiez que jésus est le christ le fils de dieu et qu en croyant vous ayez la vie en son nom p br summary ezwa p |
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Amateur Cracksman |
E. W. Hornung |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<blockquote>"I'd tasted blood, and it was all over with me. Why should I work when I could steal? Why settle down to some humdrum uncongenial billet, when excitement, romance, danger and a decent living were all going begging together?"- A. J. Raffles, The Ides of March.</blockquote>The Amateur Cracksman is the first collection of stories about A. J. Raffles, gentleman, cricketer, and thief. After stopping his old school friend, Bunny Manders, from a desperate attempt at suicide, Raffles introduces the unsuspecting Bunny to a new way of earning a living, burglary. Though frequently horrified by Raffles's actions, the conscience-stricken Bunny stands by him through all their adventures, firm to his promise, "When you want me, I'm your man!" (Summary by Kristin Hughes)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-amateur-cracksman-by-ew-hornung/ |
blockquote i d tasted blood me work could steal settle humdrum uncongenial billet excitement romance danger decent living going begging together a j raffles ides march blockquote the amateur cracksman first collection stories a j raffles gentleman cricketer thief stopping old school friend bunny manders desperate attempt suicide raffles introduces unsuspecting bunny new way earning living burglary though frequently horrified raffles s actions conscience stricken bunny stands adventures firm promise when want me i m man summary kristin hughes p |
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124 |
Girl of the Limberlost |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
A Girl of the Limberlost, a novel written by the American writer and naturalist Gene Stratton-Porter, was first published in August, 1909. The story takes place in Indiana, in and around the Limberlost Swamp, during the early 20th century. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-girl-of-the-limberlost-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
girl limberlost novel written american writer naturalist gene stratton porter first published august 1909 story takes place indiana around limberlost swamp early 20th century summary wikipedia p |
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133 |
Jane Eyre |
Charlotte Brontë |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p><em>Jane Eyre</em> is not your typical romance. It is a story of a woman who struggles with a world in which she doesn't quite fit. Once finished with her schooling, and with no family that really cares of her she strikes out on her own as a governess. Jane Eyre searches for love, someone to care for her, and someone to care for, and finds it in unexpected places. (summary by Kri)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/jane-eyre-by-charlotte-bront/ |
p em jane eyre em typical romance story woman struggles world quite fit finished schooling family really cares strikes governess jane eyre searches love someone care her someone care for finds unexpected places summary kri p |
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126 |
Rosary |
Florence Louisa Barclay |
Romance |
<p>"The Rosary" is a beautiful love story. Gareth Dalmain falls in love with the Honorable Jane Champion. She loves him back, but does not trust his love, as is known to be a great lover of beauty, and she - alas - is very plain. Just as she decides to trust him, she receives news that he has been blinded in a hunting accident. She wants to go visit him, but he will not receive her, as he wants only her love - not her pity. With the help of their mutual friend and doctor, she gets the position as his nurse under a presumed name, and thereby gets to know the 'new' Gareth. </br>(Summary by Maria Elmvang)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-rosary-by-florence-louisa-barclay/ |
p the rosary beautiful love story gareth dalmain falls love honorable jane champion loves back trust love known great lover beauty alas plain decides trust him receives news blinded hunting accident wants go visit him receive her wants love pity help mutual friend doctor gets position nurse presumed name thereby gets know new gareth br summary maria elmvang p |
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127 |
Golden mean to 5000 digits |
Jerry Bonnell |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
<p>The golden section is a line segment sectioned into two according to the golden ratio. The total length a+b is to the longer segment a as a is to the shorter segment b. In mathematics and the arts, two quantities are in the golden ratio if the ratio between the sum of those quantities and the larger one is the same as the ratio between the larger one and the smaller. The golden ratio is a mathematical constant, approximately 1.6180339887.... </p><p>At least since the Renaissance, many artists and architects have proportioned their works to approximate the golden ratio—especially in the form of the golden rectangle, in which the ratio of the longer side to the shorter is the golden ratio—believing this proportion to be aesthetically pleasing. Mathematicians have studied the golden ratio because of its unique and interesting properties.</p> <p>(From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/golden-mean-to-5000-digits-by-jerry-bonnell-and-robert-nemiroff/ |
p the golden section line segment sectioned two according golden ratio total length a b longer segment shorter segment b mathematics arts two quantities golden ratio ratio sum quantities larger one ratio larger one smaller golden ratio mathematical constant approximately 1 6180339887 p p at least since renaissance many artists architects proportioned works approximate golden ratio especially form golden rectangle ratio longer side shorter golden ratio believing proportion aesthetically pleasing mathematicians studied golden ratio unique interesting properties p p from wikipedia p |
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128 |
Queen Lucia |
E. F. Benson |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>E. F. Benson was born at Wellington College in Berkshire, where his father, who later went on to become the Archbishop of Canterbury, was the first Headmaster. He wrote 105 books in all.</p>\n\n<p>Queen Lucia (first published in 1920) was the first of Benson’s ‘Mapp and Lucia’ novels of which there were six. This first book is a comedy of manners based in the provincial village of Riseholme, where Emmeline Lucas (the Queen Lucia of the title) presides over the social and artistic universe of the gullible residents. Her aide-de-camp in these matters is the somewhat effete Georgie Pillson and the chief competitor for her ‘crown’ is Daisy Quantock. The scandal of the Guru, the psychical goings on with Princess Popoffski and the arrival into the sleepy village of a famous Prima Donna all conspire to threaten her supremacy… </br>(summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/queen-lucia-by-edward-frederic-benson/ |
p e f benson born wellington college berkshire father later went become archbishop canterbury first headmaster wrote 105 books all p p queen lucia first published 1920 first benson s mapp lucia novels six first book comedy manners based provincial village riseholme emmeline lucas the queen lucia title presides social artistic universe gullible residents aide de camp matters somewhat effete georgie pillson chief competitor crown daisy quantock scandal guru psychical goings princess popoffski arrival sleepy village famous prima donna conspire threaten supremacy br summary martin clifton p |
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131 |
Histoires ou Contes du temps passé avec des moralités |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Cette édition de 1742 nous rapporte les contes de ma mère l'Oye adaptés par Charles Perrault et agrémentés de moralités.\nPleines d'enseignements, ces histoires du temps passé, contées, en France, depuis le Moyen Âge, nous ferons encore rêver ou frissonner avec leurs jeunes filles et jeunes gens dans l'adversité, leurs princesses et leurs princes et, bien sûr, leurs fées.\nRetrouvons donc le petit Chaperon rouge, Cendrillon, le Chat botté, ... et redécouvrons d'où nous vient ce « Anne, ma soeur Anne, ne vois-tu rien venir ? » \n\n<p>In this book, published in 1742, Charles Perrault accompanies his Tales of passed times, by Mother Goose, with witty morals.\nIn the French language, let us discover or rediscover what happens to Cinderella, the Sleeping Beauty and their folk-tales peers.</p> </br>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1742 |
https://librivox.org/contes-du-temps-passe-avec-des-moralites-by-charles-perrault/ |
p cette édition de 1742 nous rapporte les contes de mère l oye adaptés par charles perrault et agrémentés de moralités pleines d enseignements ces histoires du temps passé contées en france depuis le moyen âge nous ferons encore rêver ou frissonner avec leurs jeunes filles et jeunes gens dans l adversité leurs princesses et leurs princes et bien sûr leurs fées retrouvons donc le petit chaperon rouge cendrillon le chat botté et redécouvrons d où nous vient ce anne soeur anne ne vois tu rien venir p in book published 1742 charles perrault accompanies tales passed times mother goose witty morals french language let us discover rediscover happens cinderella sleeping beauty folk tales peers p br summary ezwa p |
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Last of the Mohicans - A Narrative of 1757 (version 2) |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Historical Fiction |
<p>This story is set in the British province of New York during the French and Indian War, and concerns a Huron massacre (with passive French acquiescence) of from 500 to 1,500 unarmed Anglo-American troops, who had honorably surrendered at Fort William Henry, plus some women and servants; the kidnapping of two sisters, daughters of the British commander; and their rescue by Hawkeye, the last two Mohicans, and others. Parts of the story may have been derived from the capture and death of Jane McCrea in July 1777 near Fort Edward, New York, by members of an Algonquian tribe.<br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-of-the-mohicans-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
p this story set british province new york french indian war concerns huron massacre with passive french acquiescence 500 1 500 unarmed anglo american troops honorably surrendered fort william henry plus women servants kidnapping two sisters daughters british commander rescue hawkeye last two mohicans others parts story may derived capture death jane mccrea july 1777 near fort edward new york members algonquian tribe br summary wikipedia p |
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150 |
Barbara Frietchie |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Poetry |
This was the weekly poem for Flag Day 2006. It tells the largely-apocryphal but nonetheless inspiring story of one old woman’s act of patriotism during a Confederate advance in the civil war. (summary by LauraFox)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/barbara-frietchie-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
weekly poem flag day 2006 tells largely apocryphal nonetheless inspiring story one old woman s act patriotism confederate advance civil war summary laurafox p |
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134 |
Eclogues |
Virgil |
Poetry |
This book of poems, written between 42 en 39 BC, was a bestseller in ancient Rome, and still holds a fascination today. Held to be divinely inspired not only by the Romans themselves, but by the Medieval Catholic church, The Eclogues is one of the most beloved collections of Latin short poetry. (Summary by Caeristhiona)<BR> The translator of this version is unknown. This recording is done in the form of a dramatic reading: in each eclogue, every character is read by a different Librivox volunteer.<BR><BR>\nReaders of the eclogues that were done by multiple readers:<BR><BR>\n\n<I>Eclogue 1</I><BR>\nMeliboeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Tityrus: <a href="http://kayray.org/">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>\n<I>Eclogue 3</I><BR>\nMenalcas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni Ribeiro</a><br>Damoetas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br>Palaemon: <a href="http://kayray.org/">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>\n<I>Eclogue 5</I><BR>\nMenalcas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni Ribeiro</a><br>Mopsus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\n<I>Eclogue 7</I><BR>\nMeliboeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>\nCorydon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni Ribeiro</a><br>\nTityrus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\n<I>Eclogue 8</I><BR>\nPollio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nDamon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruthie Golding</a><br>\nAlphesiboeus: <a href="http://frisco-squid.blogspot.com/">Squid Varilekova</a><br>\n<I>Eclogue 9</I><BR>\nLycidas: <a href="www.gregelmensdorp.com">Greg Elmensdorp</a><br>\nMoeris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni Ribeiro</a><br><BR>\nAlso available: <a href="http://librivox.org/eclogae-by-publius-vergilius-maro/">a Librivox recording of The Eclogues in their original Latin.</a></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-eclogues-by-publius-vergilius-maro/ |
book poems written 42 en 39 bc bestseller ancient rome still holds fascination today held divinely inspired romans themselves medieval catholic church eclogues one beloved collections latin short poetry summary caeristhiona br translator version unknown recording done form dramatic reading eclogue every character read different librivox volunteer br br readers eclogues done multiple readers br br i eclogue 1 i br meliboeus a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br tityrus a href http kayray org kara shallenberg a br i eclogue 3 i br menalcas a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni ribeiro a br damoetas a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br palaemon a href http kayray org kara shallenberg a br i eclogue 5 i br menalcas a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni ribeiro a br mopsus a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br i eclogue 7 i br meliboeus a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br corydon a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni ribeiro a br tityrus a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br i eclogue 8 i br pollio a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br damon a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruthie golding a br alphesiboeus a href http frisco squid blogspot com squid varilekova a br i eclogue 9 i br lycidas a href www gregelmensdorp com greg elmensdorp a br moeris a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni ribeiro a br br also available a href http librivox org eclogae by publius vergilius maro a librivox recording eclogues original latin a p |
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Eclogae (dramatic reading) |
Virgil |
Poetry |
<br />This book of poems, written between 42 en 39 BC, was a bestseller in ancient Rome, and still holds a fascination today. Held to be divinely inspired not only by the Romans themselves, but by the Medieval Catholic church, The Eclogues is one of the most beloved collections of Latin short poetry. (Summary by Caeristhiona)<br /><br />This recording is done in the original Latin, in the form of a dramatic reading: in each eclogue, every character is read by a different Librivox volunteer. Two eclogues are included twice - giving you a "Choice of Voice" !<br /><br /> |
Latin |
0 |
https://librivox.org/eclogae-by-publius-vergilius-maro/ |
br this book poems written 42 en 39 bc bestseller ancient rome still holds fascination today held divinely inspired romans themselves medieval catholic church eclogues one beloved collections latin short poetry summary caeristhiona br br this recording done original latin form dramatic reading eclogue every character read different librivox volunteer two eclogues included twice giving choice voice br br |
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136 |
Around the World in Seventy-Two Days |
Nellie Bly |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
<br />This is a true account by American woman journalist who, in 1889, set out to see whether she could beat the fictional journey in Jules Verne’s 1873 novel, <em>Around the World in Eighty Days</em>. Wearing one dress and carrying one handbag, Elizabeth Cochrane Seaman (pen name “Nellie Bly”), reported her travels back to avid readers in America. (Summary by Mary Reagan)<br /><br /> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-seventy-two-days-by-nellie-bly/ |
br this true account american woman journalist who 1889 set see whether could beat fictional journey jules verne s 1873 novel em around world eighty days em wearing one dress carrying one handbag elizabeth cochrane seaman pen name nellie bly reported travels back avid readers america summary mary reagan br br |
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137 |
My Man Jeeves |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />Bertram Wooster is an English gentleman living in New York, who seems to get himself into all sorts of jams. It’s up to his manservant Jeeves to come up with the plan to save the day from unpleasant houseguests, stingy uncles, broken hearts, and hard-partying aunts. (Summary by Mark Nelson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/my-man-jeeves-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
br bertram wooster english gentleman living new york seems get sorts jams it s manservant jeeves come plan save day unpleasant houseguests stingy uncles broken hearts hard partying aunts summary mark nelson br br |
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138 |
Ballad of John Silver |
John Masefield |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of\n<em>A Ballad of John Silver</em>, by John Masefield, to celebrate <a href='http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk_like_a_pirate_day'>\nInternational Talk Like a Pirate Day</a>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 17th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-ballad-of-john-silver-by-john-masefield/ |
librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em a ballad john silver em john masefield celebrate a href http en wikipedia org wiki talk_like_a_pirate_day international talk like pirate day a weekly poetry project week september 17th 2006 p |
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58 |
139 |
Calendar of Sonnets |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Sonnets |
Helen Hunt Jackson is probably most famous for her work on behalf of Native Americans’ rights. However, this short volume presents a sonnet for each month of the year, devoted simply and beautifully to the shifting wonder of nature through the seasons.\n(Summary by Laura Fox)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-calendar-of-sonnets-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
helen hunt jackson probably famous work behalf native americans rights however short volume presents sonnet month year devoted simply beautifully shifting wonder nature seasons summary laura fox p |
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59 |
140 |
Christmas Carol |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
<p>A classic tale of what comes to those whose hearts are hard. In a series of ghostly visits, Scrooge visits his happy past, sees the difficulties of the present, views a bleak future, and in the end amends his mean ways. (Summary written by Kristen McQuillin)<p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a classic tale comes whose hearts hard series ghostly visits scrooge visits happy past sees difficulties present views bleak future end amends mean ways summary written kristen mcquillin p |
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148 |
Auf der Galerie |
Franz Kafka |
Published 1900 onward |
In der Erzählung “Auf der Galerie” beschreibt Franz Kafka in zwei komplett gegensätzlichen Perspektiven die Darbietung einer Künstlerin in der Manege eines Zirkus und das Leiden des Galeriebesuchers durch diesen beiden Darbietungen. |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/auf-der-galerie-by-franz-kafka/ |
der erzählung auf der galerie beschreibt franz kafka zwei komplett gegensätzlichen perspektiven die darbietung einer künstlerin der manege eines zirkus und das leiden des galeriebesuchers durch diesen beiden darbietungen |
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68 |
149 |
Épigramme |
François Maynard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you ten different recordings of a poem in French: Épigramme, by François Maynard. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 9th, 2006.\n(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
French |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/epigramme-by-francois-maynard/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten different recordings poem french épigramme françois maynard weekly poetry project week july 9th 2006 summary annie coleman p |
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141 |
Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Satire |
<p>\nCome and hear the strange tail of The Boss Hank Morgan, a modern day (at the time of publication) Connecticut Yankee who inexplicably finds himself transported to the court of the legendary King Arthur (as the title of the book implies). Hank, or simply, The Boss, as he comes to be most frequently known, quickly uses his modern day knowledge and education to pass himself off as a great magician, to get himself out of all sorts of surprising, (and frequently amusing) situations, as well as to advance the technological and cultural status of the nation in which he finds himself.\n</p>\n<p>\nIn the rather un-subtle sub-text of the story, Twain uses The Boss to express a surprisingly pragmatic and frequently contradictory philosophy. The Boss explores the relative merits of Democracy, and Monarchy, he expresses his views on the “Nature v. Nurture” debate, he frequently speaks forcefully against an established Church, but just as strongly advocates for religion and a variety of churches (just not a compulsory one) and he devotes at least one afternoon to introducing his companions to the concept of inflation. In a far more subtle, yet no less forceful manner, the Boss shares with the reader some views about taxation, slavery (both literal and wage slavery), trade unions, the origins of the German language, the nature of marriage, and probably most powerfully, death.\n</p>\n<p>\nIt is a tall order for a relatively brief text, but Twain manages it all with surprising clarity. No one will agree fully with the Boss on all of these matters, and I would be surprised if Twain himself would. In fact the Boss’s views are so pragmatic, and often contradictory, the reader is left to wonder if Twain himself is alternately speaking through the Boss, and setting him up as a straw man. Either way it is a delightful story and a great piece of American Literature, to say nothing of an excellent argument for education.\n<br />\n(Review written by Steve Andersen)\n</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/a-connecticut-yankee-in-king-arthurs-court-by-mark-twain/ |
p come hear strange tail boss hank morgan modern day at time publication connecticut yankee inexplicably finds transported court legendary king arthur as title book implies hank simply boss comes frequently known quickly uses modern day knowledge education pass great magician get sorts surprising and frequently amusing situations well advance technological cultural status nation finds himself p p rather un subtle sub text story twain uses boss express surprisingly pragmatic frequently contradictory philosophy boss explores relative merits democracy monarchy expresses views nature v nurture debate frequently speaks forcefully established church strongly advocates religion variety churches just compulsory one devotes least one afternoon introducing companions concept inflation far subtle yet less forceful manner boss shares reader views taxation slavery both literal wage slavery trade unions origins german language nature marriage probably powerfully death p p tall order relatively brief text twain manages surprising clarity one agree fully boss matters would surprised twain would fact boss s views pragmatic often contradictory reader left wonder twain alternately speaking boss setting straw man either way delightful story great piece american literature say nothing excellent argument education br review written steve andersen p |
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American Indian Fairy Tales |
William Trowbridge Larned |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
With no written language, Native Americans living in the Lake Superior region passed their cultural identity down through the generations by way of stories. Far more than mere tales to amuse children, they passed along the collective wisdom of the tribes. In the 1830s, government Indian Agent and ethnologist Henry R Schoolcraft learned the language of these people and went out to collect and preserve their stories before the tribes disappeared under the westward rush of American civilization. Though these stories were recast as children’s fairy tales in the 1920s, they contain much of the old wisdom of a culture which has largely disappeared. (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/american-indian-fairy-tales-by-william-trowbridge-larned/ |
written language native americans living lake superior region passed cultural identity generations way stories far mere tales amuse children passed along collective wisdom tribes 1830s government indian agent ethnologist henry r schoolcraft learned language people went collect preserve stories tribes disappeared westward rush american civilization though stories recast children s fairy tales 1920s contain much old wisdom culture largely disappeared summary chip p |
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International Episode |
Henry James |
Humorous Fiction |
Two men visting the US from London meet a pair of charming women who return the visit the following year in London. Romantic intrigues, miscommunication and cultural faux pas abound in this short but delightful novel.\n(Summary written by Kristen McQuillin)<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/an-international-episode-by-henry-james/ |
two men visting us london meet pair charming women return visit following year london romantic intrigues miscommunication cultural faux pas abound short delightful novel summary written kristen mcquillin p |
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144 |
Andersen's Fairy Tales |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of eighteen fairy tales - some popular, some lesser known - by famous Danish author H.C. Andersen.\n(Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/andersens-fairy-tales-by-hc-andersen/ |
collection eighteen fairy tales popular lesser known famous danish author h c andersen summary gesine p |
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145 |
Anne of Avonlea |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Following Anne of Green Gables, the book covers the second chapter in the life of Anne Shirley. Anne of Avonlea follows Anne from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea school. It includes many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, as well new ones like Mr Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy. (Summary from Wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
following anne green gables book covers second chapter life anne shirley anne avonlea follows anne age 16 18 two years teaches avonlea school includes many characters anne green gables well new ones like mr harrison miss lavendar lewis paul irving twins dora davy summary wikipedia org p |
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Anne of Green Gables |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic children’s novel, Anne of Green Gables tells the story of a red headed orphan girl with a personality you can’t help but love. Despite her “tragical” past, Anne’s optimism and imagination have helped her to always see the best in things. Anne’s life changes considerably when she is accidentally adopted by the Cuthberts, a brother and sister who thought they were getting a boy to help out on the farm. The Cuthberts decide Anne will have to be sent back to the orphange but before they know it, she has begun to work her way into their hearts. (Summary by Annie Coleman)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
lucy maud montgomery s classic children s novel anne green gables tells story red headed orphan girl personality can t help love despite tragical past anne s optimism imagination helped always see best things anne s life changes considerably accidentally adopted cuthberts brother sister thought getting boy help farm cuthberts decide anne sent back orphange know it begun work way hearts summary annie coleman p |
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66 |
147 |
Art and Heart |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This special poetry collection was assembled to celebrate the first anniversary of the creation of LibriVox. LibriVox volunteers bring you 38 different recordings of Art and Heart, by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This poem, originally suggested by Betsie Bush, was chosen for this special collection due to a general concensus that the message of the poem corresponds with the spirit of LibriVox.\n\nThe poem asserts that, “It is not art, but heart, that wins the wide world over.” And so it is with LibriVox: it is not only the books, the poetry, the literature that make LibriVox what it is; but it is also the people, the diversity of voices, and all of the different lives and experiences that affect the way a person reads a piece of text. The art is the foundation of LibriVox, but the many hearts behind it are the true essence and spirit of LibriVox.\n\nFor more information on the the first anniversary of LibriVox, and to hear a one hour special audio program featuring interviews, bloopers, and samplers, please visit the Anniversary homepage: http://librivox.org/librivox-anniversary-2006/</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/art-and-heart-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
special poetry collection assembled celebrate first anniversary creation librivox librivox volunteers bring 38 different recordings art heart ella wheeler wilcox poem originally suggested betsie bush chosen special collection due general concensus message poem corresponds spirit librivox poem asserts that it art heart wins wide world over librivox books poetry literature make librivox is also people diversity voices different lives experiences affect way person reads piece text art foundation librivox many hearts behind true essence spirit librivox information first anniversary librivox hear one hour special audio program featuring interviews bloopers samplers please visit anniversary homepage http librivox org librivox anniversary 2006 p |
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70 |
151 |
Beowulf |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Poetry |
Beowulf. [Translated by Francis Barton Gummere].This is a short but beautiful book, and the Gummere translation really captures the feel of the Old English. Beowulf tells the story of a mysterious young warrior who saves the Spear-Danes from the terrible monster Grendel and his venomous mother. Long a mainstay of English Literature 101 courses at universities around the world, it is not only one of the oldest, but one of the most exciting English folktales ever invented. (Summary by Caeristhiona)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/beowulf/ |
beowulf translated francis barton gummere this short beautiful book gummere translation really captures feel old english beowulf tells story mysterious young warrior saves spear danes terrible monster grendel venomous mother long mainstay english literature 101 courses universities around world one oldest one exciting english folktales ever invented summary caeristhiona p |
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71 |
152 |
Beyond Good and Evil |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
First published in 1886 at Nietzsche’s own expense, the book was not initially considered important. In it, Nietzsche denounced what he considered to be the moral vacuity of 19th century thinkers. He attacked philosophers for what he considered to be their lack of critical sense and their blind acceptance of Christian premises in their considerations of morality and values. Beyond Good and Evil is a comprehensive overview of Nietzsche’s mature philosophy.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-good-and-evil-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
first published 1886 nietzsche s expense book initially considered important it nietzsche denounced considered moral vacuity 19th century thinkers attacked philosophers considered lack critical sense blind acceptance christian premises considerations morality values beyond good evil comprehensive overview nietzsche s mature philosophy summary wikipedia p |
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72 |
153 |
Bible (Biblia Sacra Vulgata) 19: Psalmi XXII |
Biblia Sacra Vulgata |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Psalm 22 appears as Psalm 23 in modern English translations of the Bible. - Psalmi XXII Bibliae Sacrae Vulgatae, recitatus in lingua Latina. (Summary by Jim Cadwell)</p> |
Latin |
382 |
https://librivox.org/biblia-sacra-vulgata-psalmi-xxii/ |
psalm 22 appears psalm 23 modern english translations bible psalmi xxii bibliae sacrae vulgatae recitatus lingua latina summary jim cadwell p |
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73 |
154 |
Bildergeschichten |
Wilhelm Busch |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
Wilhelm Busch war einer der bedeutendsten humoristischen Zeichner und Dichter Deutschlands. Er gilt wegen seiner satirischen Bildergeschichten (u.a. Max und Moritz) in Versen als einer der Urväter des Comics. Die Bilder zu diesem Buch sind im Online Text enthalten. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/bildergeschichten-von-wilhelm-busch/ |
wilhelm busch war einer der bedeutendsten humoristischen zeichner und dichter deutschlands er gilt wegen seiner satirischen bildergeschichten u a max und moritz versen als einer der urväter des comics die bilder zu diesem buch sind im online text enthalten zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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74 |
155 |
Black Beauty (The Autobiography of a Horse) |
Anna Sewell |
Animals & Nature |
Black Beauty is Anna Sewell’s first and only novel. The story is told in the “first person” (or first horse) as an autobiographical memoir of a highbred horse named Black Beauty, from his carefree days as a foal on an English farm, to his difficult life pulling cabs in London, to his happy retirement in the country. Along the way, he meets with many hardships and recounts many tales of cruelty and kindness. Each short chapter recounts an incident in Black Beauty’s life containing a lesson or moral typically related to the kindness, sympathy, and understanding treatment of horses. (Summary from wikipedia.org)<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/black-beauty-by-anna-sewell/ |
black beauty anna sewell s first novel story told first person or first horse autobiographical memoir highbred horse named black beauty carefree days foal english farm difficult life pulling cabs london happy retirement country along way meets many hardships recounts many tales cruelty kindness short chapter recounts incident black beauty s life containing lesson moral typically related kindness sympathy understanding treatment horses summary wikipedia org p |
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75 |
156 |
Bible (KJV) 17: Esther |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Esther appears in the Bible as a woman of deep piety, faith, courage, patriotism, and caution, combined with resolution; a dutiful daughter to her adopted father, docile and obedient to his counsels, and anxious to share the king’s favour with him for the good of the Jewish people. That she was raised up as an instrument in the hand of God to avert the destruction of the Jewish people, and to afford them protection and forward their wealth and peace in their captivity, is manifest from the Scripture account. (summary by wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-esther-kjv/ |
esther appears bible woman deep piety faith courage patriotism caution combined resolution dutiful daughter adopted father docile obedient counsels anxious share king s favour good jewish people raised instrument hand god avert destruction jewish people afford protection forward wealth peace captivity manifest scripture account summary wikipedia p |
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76 |
157 |
Caedmon's Hymn |
Caedmon |
Poetry |
Cædmon was an Anglo-Saxon herdsman attached to the double monastery of Streonæshalch (657–681). Originally ignorant of the art of song, Cædmon learned to compose one night in the course of a dream. Cædmon’s only known surviving work is Cædmon’s Hymn, the nine-line alliterative vernacular praise poem in honour of the Christian god he supposedly learned to sing in his initial dream. The poem is one of the earliest attested examples of Old English and is one of three candidates for the earliest attested example of Old English poetry. It is also one of the earliest recorded examples of sustained poetry in a Germanic language. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
Old English |
680 |
https://librivox.org/caedmons-hymn/ |
cædmon anglo saxon herdsman attached double monastery streonæshalch 657 681 originally ignorant art song cædmon learned compose one night course dream cædmon s known surviving work cædmon s hymn nine line alliterative vernacular praise poem honour christian god supposedly learned sing initial dream poem one earliest attested examples old english one three candidates earliest attested example old english poetry also one earliest recorded examples sustained poetry germanic language summary wikipedia p |
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77 |
158 |
Call of the Wild |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
In this novel (often mistakenly classified a children’s book) the main protagonist Buck, a St. Bernard/Collie mix, is abducted and sold to a trainer of sled dogs in Alaska. He adapts to the brutal conditions and is finally acquired by a loving man. When this new owner is killed, Buck follows the ‘call of the wild’ and joins a pack of wolves. (Summary written by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/call-of-the-wild-by-jack-london/ |
novel often mistakenly classified children s book main protagonist buck st bernard collie mix abducted sold trainer sled dogs alaska adapts brutal conditions finally acquired loving man new owner killed buck follows call wild joins pack wolves summary written gesine p |
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78 |
159 |
Cathay |
Ernest Fenollosa |
Poetry |
<p>The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, refered to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/cathay-by-ezra-pound/ |
p the cathay poems appeared slim volume 1915 are effect ezra pound s english translations interpretations notebooks written japanese scholar ernest fenollosa pound knowing chinese japanese all promptly created new somewhat complex style translation done words several languages cathay poems primarily written chinese poet li po refered throughout translations rihaku japanese form name poems came profound influence 20th century poetry spawning among things imagist movement helped generation widespread interest asian literature thought also included collection two poems pound s 1912 collection ripostes the seafarer another pound s experiments translation one anglo saxon summary alan davis drake p |
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79 |
160 |
Chapters from my Autobiography |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) began writing his autobiography long before the 1906 publications of these Chapters from my Autobiography. He originally planned to have his memoirs published only after his death but realized, once he’d passed his 70th year, that a lot of the material might be OK to publish before his departure. These chapters were published in serial form in the North American Review during 1906-1907. While much of the material consists of stories about the people, places and incidents of his long life, there’re also several sections from his daughter, which he calls “Susy’s biography of me”. (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/chapters-from-my-authobiography-by-mark-twain/ |
samuel clemens mark twain began writing autobiography long 1906 publications chapters autobiography originally planned memoirs published death realized he d passed 70th year lot material might ok publish departure chapters published serial form north american review 1906 1907 much material consists stories people places incidents long life there re also several sections daughter calls susy s biography me summary john greenman p |
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80 |
161 |
Vagabond Song |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you fifteen different recordings of A Vagabond Song, by Bliss Carman, to celebrate the Autumnal Equinox. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 24th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-vagabond-song-by-bliss-carman/ |
p librivox volunteers bring fifteen different recordings vagabond song bliss carman celebrate autumnal equinox weekly poetry project week september 24th 2006 p |
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81 |
162 |
Childhood |
Leo Tolstoy |
Biography & Autobiography |
Childhood, published in 1852, is the first novel in Leo Tolstoy’s autobiographical trilogy, which also includes Boyhood, and Youth. Published when Tolstoy was twenty-three, the book gained immediate notice among Russian writers including Ivan Turgenev, and heralded the young Tolstoy as a major figure in Russian letters. Childhood is an expressionist exploration of the internal life of a young boy, Nikolenka, and was a new form in Russian writing, mixing fact, fiction and emotions to render the moods and reactions of the narrator. Childhood is Tolstoy’s first published work. Translated into English by C. J. Hogarth. (Summary by Hugh)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/childhood-english-trans-by-leo-tolstoy-translated-by-c-j-hogarth/ |
childhood published 1852 first novel leo tolstoy s autobiographical trilogy also includes boyhood youth published tolstoy twenty three book gained immediate notice among russian writers including ivan turgenev heralded young tolstoy major figure russian letters childhood expressionist exploration internal life young boy nikolenka new form russian writing mixing fact fiction emotions render moods reactions narrator childhood tolstoy s first published work translated english c j hogarth summary hugh p |
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82 |
163 |
Dear Enemy |
Jean Webster |
Epistolary Fiction |
<p><i>Dear Enemy</i> is the sequel to Jean Webster's novel <i>Daddy-Long-Legs</i>. The story as presented in a series of letters written by Sallie McBride, Judy Abbott's college mate in <i>Daddy-Long-Legs</i>. Among the recipients of the letters are the president of the orphanage where Sallie is filling in until a new director can be installed, his wife (Judy Abbott of <i>Daddy-Long-Legs</i>), and the orphanage's doctor (to whom Sallie addresses her letters: "Dear Enemy"). (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/dear-enemy-by-jean-webster/ |
p i dear enemy i sequel jean webster s novel i daddy long legs i story presented series letters written sallie mcbride judy abbott s college mate i daddy long legs i among recipients letters president orphanage sallie filling new director installed wife judy abbott i daddy long legs i orphanage s doctor to sallie addresses letters dear enemy summary wikipedia p |
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83 |
164 |
Domestic Cookery, Useful Receipts, and Hints to Young Housekeepers |
Elizabeth E. Lea |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>The compiler of [this book] having entered early in life upon a train of duties, was frequently embarrassed by her ignorance of domestic affairs. For, whilst receipt books for elegant preparations were often seen, those connected with the ordinary, but far more useful part of household duties, were not easily procured; thus situated, she applied to persons of experience, and embodied the information collected in a book, to which, since years have matured her judgment, she has added much that is the result of her own experiments.<p>Familiar, then, with the difficulties a young housekeeper encounters, when she finds herself in reality the mistress of an establishment, the Authoress offers to her young countrywomen this Work, with the belief that, by attention to its contents, many of the cares attendant on a country or city life, may be materially lessened; and hoping that the directions are such as to be understood by the most inexperienced, it is respectfully dedicated to those who feel an interest in domestic affairs.<p>Summary by the Authoress.</p>\n |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/domestic-cookery-by-elizabeth-e-lea |
p the compiler this book entered early life upon train duties frequently embarrassed ignorance domestic affairs for whilst receipt books elegant preparations often seen connected ordinary far useful part household duties easily procured thus situated applied persons experience embodied information collected book which since years matured judgment added much result experiments p familiar then difficulties young housekeeper encounters finds reality mistress establishment authoress offers young countrywomen work belief that attention contents many cares attendant country city life may materially lessened hoping directions understood inexperienced respectfully dedicated feel interest domestic affairs p summary authoress p |
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84 |
166 |
Anne of the Island |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Romance, School |
<p>This is the continuing story of Anne Shirley and the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series. In it Anne attends Redmond College where she is studying for her BA. She has many trials and tribulations along the way, including some romance. In Anne of the Island the reader is also introduced to many new characters, that in the true sense of Anne are also "kindred spirits". <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n\n<p>Previous books in this series: <br/>\n1 <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Anne+of+Green+Gables&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=complete&type;=&language;=&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n2 <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Anne+of+Avonlea&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=complete&type;=&language;=&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">Anne of Avonlea</a><br /><br/>\n\nFurther books in this series:<br />\n5 <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=+Anne's+House+of+Dreams&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=complete&type;=&language;=&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n7 <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Rainbow+Valley&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=complete&type;=&language;=&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">Rainbow Valley</a><br />\n8 <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Rilla+of+Ingleside+&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=complete&type;=&language;=&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">Rilla of Ingleside</a></p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
p this continuing story anne shirley third book anne green gables series anne attends redmond college studying ba many trials tribulations along way including romance anne island reader also introduced many new characters true sense anne also kindred spirits br summary wikipedia p p previous books series br 1 a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title anne of green gables author cat genre status complete type language date reader bc mc action search anne green gables a br 2 a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title anne of avonlea author cat genre status complete type language date reader bc mc action search anne avonlea a br br books series br 5 a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title anne s house of dreams author cat genre status complete type language date reader bc mc action search anne s house dreams a br 7 a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title rainbow valley author cat genre status complete type language date reader bc mc action search rainbow valley a br 8 a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title rilla of ingleside author cat genre status complete type language date reader bc mc action search rilla ingleside a p |
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85 |
168 |
Secret Chambers and Hiding Places |
Allan Fea |
Early Modern |
“Secret Chambers and Hiding Places” is a collection of concealments and their uses, almost all within England, although a very few passages and chambers in continental Europe are mentioned, Jacobite hidey holes in Scotland, while the final chapter of the book covers Bonnie Prince Charlie’s wanderings around Scotland, among caves and other hiding places. Most chapters are devoted to historical events; such as the the seventeenth century persecution of roman catholics (with many large houses having specially constructed “priests’ holes”), or various unpopular monarchs and their hiding places. The text is scattered with legends and true stories, with occasional skeletons found, still hiding, long centuries after the searchers have left. The author describes hidden doors, passages, rooms and pits with enormous enthusiasm … and with considerable regret when he has to describe secret places lost to demolition or modernisation. You’ll wish you could wander the country, poking into the darkest recesses of every old house you find! (Summary by Peter Yearsley)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/secret-chambers-and-hiding-places-by-allan-fea |
secret chambers hiding places collection concealments uses almost within england although passages chambers continental europe mentioned jacobite hidey holes scotland final chapter book covers bonnie prince charlie s wanderings around scotland among caves hiding places chapters devoted historical events seventeenth century persecution roman catholics with many large houses specially constructed priests holes various unpopular monarchs hiding places text scattered legends true stories occasional skeletons found still hiding long centuries searchers left author describes hidden doors passages rooms pits enormous enthusiasm considerable regret describe secret places lost demolition modernisation you ll wish could wander country poking darkest recesses every old house find summary peter yearsley p |
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86 |
169 |
Death Be Not Proud |
John Donne |
Poetry |
<p> This week we’re marking the American Memorial Day with eleven readings of a John Donne poem. Memorial Day was conceived as a time to remember military men and women who had lost their lives in war. Kings and presidents come and go and some of the reasons that wars have come about are now lost from memory or are obscured in our history texts.\n\n A consistent aspect of war is that those who fight them are not those who arrange them. The soldiers and sailors who suffer loss of limb, scarred minds or forfeit their lives mostly come from the lower and middle rungs of our societal ladder. They are our sons and daughters, husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters.\n\n Once gone, it is the family who notices the empty chair at the family table while society at large knows not their name. Death has captured them and taken them forever from our midst. It has become personal and not a vague philosophical idea. The theme of Donne’s poem is that, though Death is irresistible, it has no cause to be proud. The human spirit and its hope for redemption is indomitable. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 27th, 2006.\n (Summary by Robert Garrison)\n</p> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/death-be-not-proud-by-john-donne/ |
p week we re marking american memorial day eleven readings john donne poem memorial day conceived time remember military men women lost lives war kings presidents come go reasons wars come lost memory obscured history texts consistent aspect war fight arrange them soldiers sailors suffer loss limb scarred minds forfeit lives mostly come lower middle rungs societal ladder sons daughters husbands wives fathers mothers brothers sisters gone family notices empty chair family table society large knows name death captured taken forever midst become personal vague philosophical idea theme donne s poem that though death irresistible cause proud human spirit hope redemption indomitable weekly poetry project week may 27th 2006 summary robert garrison p |
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87 |
170 |
Declaration of Independence of the United States of America |
Thomas Jefferson |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>\n<em>Declaration of Independence</em> is the document in which the Thirteen Colonies declared themselves independent of the Kingdom of Great Britain and explained their justifications for doing so. It was ratified by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. (Summary from wikipedia.org)\n</p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/declaration-of-independence-by-the-united-states-of-america/ |
p em declaration independence em document thirteen colonies declared independent kingdom great britain explained justifications so ratified continental congress july 4 1776 summary wikipedia org p |
| 88 |
88 |
171 |
Declaration of Rights |
Stamp Act Congress |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>On June 8, 1765 James Otis, supported by the Massachusetts Assembly sent a letter to each colony calling for a general meeting of delegates. The meeting was to be held in New York City in October. Representatives from nine colonies met in New York. Though New Hampshire, Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia did not send delegates, the Assemblies of those missing colonies nonetheless agreed to support the works of the Congress. The meetings were held in Federal Hall in New York, and the delegates assembled on October 2. They spent less than two weeks in discussion and at their final meeting on October 19, 1765 adopted the Declaration of Rights and approved its use in petitions to the King and two letters to Parliament. The Declaration of Rights and Grievances raised thirteen points of colonial protest. (Summary from Wikipedia.org)\n</p> |
English |
1765 |
https://librivox.org/declaration-of-rights-by-the-stamp-act-congress-of-1765/ |
p on june 8 1765 james otis supported massachusetts assembly sent letter colony calling general meeting delegates meeting held new york city october representatives nine colonies met new york though new hampshire virginia north carolina georgia send delegates assemblies missing colonies nonetheless agreed support works congress meetings held federal hall new york delegates assembled october 2 spent less two weeks discussion final meeting october 19 1765 adopted declaration rights approved use petitions king two letters parliament declaration rights grievances raised thirteen points colonial protest summary wikipedia org p |
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89 |
172 |
Kleine Häwelmann |
Theodor Storm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Das berühmte Märchen von Theodor Storm erzählt von einem kleinen Jungen, der Häwelmann hieß. Häwelmann schlief in einem Bett mit Rollen, “wenn er aber nicht müde war, so musste seine Mutter ihn darin in der Stube umherfahren”. - In der Nacht von der diese Geschichte handelt, schlief die Mutter aber so tief ein, daß sie sein Rufen nach “Mehr, mehr!” nicht mehr hören konnte. Und so baute sich Häwelmann aus seinem Nachthemd ein Segel und fuhr allein durch das Zimmer, die Stadt, den Wald und bis in den Himmel hinein, mit lehrreichen Konsequenzen.\n(Zusammenfassung von Franziska)\n</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/der-kleine-haewelmann-by-theodor-storm/ |
p das berühmte märchen von theodor storm erzählt von einem kleinen jungen der häwelmann hieß häwelmann schlief einem bett mit rollen wenn er aber nicht müde war musste seine mutter ihn darin der stube umherfahren der nacht von der diese geschichte handelt schlief die mutter aber tief ein daß sie sein rufen nach mehr mehr nicht mehr hören konnte und baute sich häwelmann aus seinem nachthemd ein segel und fuhr allein durch das zimmer die stadt den wald und bis den himmel hinein mit lehrreichen konsequenzen zusammenfassung von franziska p |
| 90 |
105 |
191 |
Jazz Fantasia |
Carl Sandburg |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>As our weekly poem of 30-July-2006, “Jazz Fantasia” was a special challenge because it isn’t just about jazz, it IS jazz. The rhythm is central, but not so clearly defined, so we had to play around and improvise. Every reading is unique! (Summary by LauraFox)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/jazz-fantasia-by-carl-sandburg/ |
p as weekly poem 30 july 2006 jazz fantasia special challenge isn t jazz jazz rhythm central clearly defined play around improvise every reading unique summary laurafox p |
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204 |
291 |
Short Poetry Collection 012 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 012: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-012/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 012 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 92 |
90 |
173 |
Schimmelreiter |
Theodor Storm |
Literary Fiction |
<p> In einer Nordseegemeinde taucht vor drohenden Sturmfluten und Deichbrüchen eine gespenstische Gestalt auf dem Deich auf. Der Geist reitet auf seinem Schimmel lautlos in die Fluten um dort unterzugehen. Das gesamte Dorf kennt dieses Zeichen seit über hundert Jahren. Der Erzähler aber nimmt die Gestalt während eines Sturmes wahr, ohne je davor von ihr gehört zu haben.<br><br>\n\n Da der Sturm zunimmt, sucht er Zuflucht in dem Gasthaus des Dorfes. Dort berichtet ihm der Schulmeister das Schicksal Hauke Haiens, des einstigen Deichgrafen, den sein hartes Schicksal zum “Schimmelreiter” machte. Immer wieder unterbrochen von den Geschehnissen in der Wirtsstube vermischt der Lehrer Fakten und Sage und zeigt so, wie die Legende entstand.\n (Zusammenfassung von Felix) \n</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-schimmelreiter-by-theodor-storm/ |
p einer nordseegemeinde taucht vor drohenden sturmfluten und deichbrüchen eine gespenstische gestalt auf dem deich auf der geist reitet auf seinem schimmel lautlos die fluten um dort unterzugehen das gesamte dorf kennt dieses zeichen seit über hundert jahren der erzähler aber nimmt die gestalt während eines sturmes wahr ohne je davor von ihr gehört zu haben br br da der sturm zunimmt sucht er zuflucht dem gasthaus des dorfes dort berichtet ihm der schulmeister das schicksal hauke haiens des einstigen deichgrafen den sein hartes schicksal zum schimmelreiter machte immer wieder unterbrochen von den geschehnissen der wirtsstube vermischt der lehrer fakten und sage und zeigt so wie die legende entstand zusammenfassung von felix p |
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91 |
174 |
Journey to the Interior of the Earth |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Journey to the Interior of the Earth is an 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne (published in the original French as Voyage au centre de la Terre). The story involves a professor who leads his nephew and hired guide down a volcano in Iceland to the “center of the Earth”. They encounter many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, eventually coming to the surface again in southern Italy. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/a-journey-to-the-interior-of-the-earth-by-jules-verne/ |
p journey interior earth 1864 science fiction novel jules verne published original french voyage au centre de la terre story involves professor leads nephew hired guide volcano iceland center earth encounter many adventures including prehistoric animals natural hazards eventually coming surface southern italy summary wikipedia org p |
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92 |
175 |
Little Princess |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The novel tells of the troubles of a wealthy young girl, Sara Crewe, who is sent to an oppressive London boarding school during her father’s campaign in India. Thanks to Capt. Crewe’s money, Sara is treated as a little princess until, one day, word comes of her father’s tragic death. Miss Minchin, the school’s greedy headmistress, wastes no time in putting the now-penniless Sara to work for her room and board. It is only through the friendship of two other girls, her own resolute nature, and some astonishing luck that Sara eventually finds her way back to happiness. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-princess-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
p the novel tells troubles wealthy young girl sara crewe sent oppressive london boarding school father s campaign india thanks capt crewe s money sara treated little princess until one day word comes father s tragic death miss minchin school s greedy headmistress wastes time putting now penniless sara work room board friendship two girls resolute nature astonishing luck sara eventually finds way back happiness summary wikipedia org p |
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176 |
Struwwelpeter (version 2) |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
Poetry |
<p>Der Struwwelpeter, zuerst erschienen als “Lustige Geschichten und drollige Bilder mit 15 schön kolorierten Tafeln für Kinder von 3-6 Jahren”, wurde 1845 von Heinrich Hoffmann als ein Kinderbuch für seine eigene Familie geschrieben. Es wurde als eine illustrierte Sammlung von Kindergeschichten sehr bekannt durch seine erste englische Übersetzung im Jahre 1848. Das Buch wird oft als brutal angesehen, da die Kinder in den Geschichten nicht notwendigerweise gut behandelt werden. Trotzdem hatte es einen Einfluß auf spätere Literatur. (Summary by Aldark and Rainer)</p> |
German |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/der-struwwelpeter-by-heinrich-hofmann-german2/ |
p der struwwelpeter zuerst erschienen als lustige geschichten und drollige bilder mit 15 schön kolorierten tafeln für kinder von 3 6 jahren wurde 1845 von heinrich hoffmann als ein kinderbuch für seine eigene familie geschrieben es wurde als eine illustrierte sammlung von kindergeschichten sehr bekannt durch seine erste englische übersetzung im jahre 1848 das buch wird oft als brutal angesehen da die kinder den geschichten nicht notwendigerweise gut behandelt werden trotzdem hatte es einen einfluß auf spätere literatur summary aldark rainer p |
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94 |
177 |
Modest Proposal |
Jonathan Swift |
Satire |
<p>Jonathan Swift almost defines satire in this biting and brutal pamphlet in which he suggests that poor (Catholic) Irish families should fatten up their children and sell them to the rich (Protestant) land owners, thus solving the twin problems of starving children and poverty in one blow. When the “Proposal” was published in 1729, Swift was quickly attacked, and even accused of barbarity – the exact state the “Proposal” was written to expose. (Summary by Hugh)</p> |
English |
1729 |
https://librivox.org/a-modest-proposal-by-jonathan-swift/ |
p jonathan swift almost defines satire biting brutal pamphlet suggests poor catholic irish families fatten children sell rich protestant land owners thus solving twin problems starving children poverty one blow proposal published 1729 swift quickly attacked even accused barbarity exact state proposal written expose summary hugh p |
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95 |
179 |
Noiseless Patient Spider |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you eight different readings of Walt Whitman’s A Noiseless Patient Spider, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/a-noiseless-patient-spider-by-walt-whitman/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eight different readings walt whitman s noiseless patient spider weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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96 |
180 |
Struwwelpeter |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
Short works |
<p>Der Struwwelpeter, zuerst erschienen als “Lustige Geschichten und drollige Bilder mit 15 schön kolorierten Tafeln für Kinder von 3-6 Jahren”, wurde 1845 von Heinrich Hoffmann als ein Kinderbuch für seine eigene Familie geschrieben. Es wurde als eine illustrierte Sammlung von Kindergeschichten sehr bekannt durch seine erste englische Übersetzung im Jahre 1848. Das Buch wird oft als brutal angesehen, da die Kinder in den Geschichten nicht notwendigerweise gut behandelt werden. Trotzdem hatte es einen Einfluß auf spätere Literatur. (Summary by Aldark and Rainer)</p> |
German |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/der-struwwelpeter-von-heinrich-hoffman/ |
p der struwwelpeter zuerst erschienen als lustige geschichten und drollige bilder mit 15 schön kolorierten tafeln für kinder von 3 6 jahren wurde 1845 von heinrich hoffmann als ein kinderbuch für seine eigene familie geschrieben es wurde als eine illustrierte sammlung von kindergeschichten sehr bekannt durch seine erste englische übersetzung im jahre 1848 das buch wird oft als brutal angesehen da die kinder den geschichten nicht notwendigerweise gut behandelt werden trotzdem hatte es einen einfluß auf spätere literatur summary aldark rainer p |
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97 |
181 |
Tolle Mensch |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Modern |
<p>“Der tolle Mensch” ist der Aphorismus 125 aus dem dritten Buch der “Fröhlichen Wissenschaft” und befaßt sich mit dem Thema “Gott ist tot”. Der stilistisch dichte Aphorismus enthält Anspielungen an klassische Werke der Philosophie und Tragödie. Dieser Text lässt den Tod Gottes als bedrohliches Ereignis erscheinen. Dem Sprecher in diesem Text graut vor der Aussicht, dass die zivilisierte Welt ihr bisheriges geistiges Fundament weitgehend zerstört hat. Der unfassbare Vorgang des Todes Gottes würde gerade wegen der großen Dimension lange brauchen, um in seiner Tragweite erkannt zu werden. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia.de und Rainer)\n</p> |
German |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/der-tolle-mensch-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
p der tolle mensch ist der aphorismus 125 aus dem dritten buch der fröhlichen wissenschaft und befaßt sich mit dem thema gott ist tot der stilistisch dichte aphorismus enthält anspielungen klassische werke der philosophie und tragödie dieser text lässt den tod gottes als bedrohliches ereignis erscheinen dem sprecher diesem text graut vor der aussicht dass die zivilisierte welt ihr bisheriges geistiges fundament weitgehend zerstört hat der unfassbare vorgang des todes gottes würde gerade wegen der großen dimension lange brauchen um seiner tragweite erkannt zu werden zusammenfassung von wikipedia de und rainer p |
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98 |
182 |
Leiden des jungen Werther |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epistolary Fiction, Romance |
<p><em>Die Leiden des jungen Werther</em> beschreibt die unglückliche Liebe eines jungen Mannes (Werther) zu einer verlobten, später verheirateten Frau. Der Roman ist aus einer radikal subjektiven Perspektive geschrieben: er besteht nur aus Briefen von Werther vor allem an einen Freund namens Wilhelm. Erst im letzten Teil des zweiten Buches tritt ein Erzähler hinzu. Anhand der Briefe kann der Leser sowohl dem Verlauf der Handlung als auch den Gefühlen Werthers folgen, der immer verzweifelter wird, bis es schließlich in einer Katastrophe endet.\nDer Roman besteht aus zwei Büchern, die aber eher als zwei Teile eines einzigen Romans anzusehen sind.\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)\n</p> |
German |
1774 |
https://librivox.org/die-leiden-des-jungen-werthers-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p em die leiden des jungen werther em beschreibt die unglückliche liebe eines jungen mannes werther zu einer verlobten später verheirateten frau der roman ist aus einer radikal subjektiven perspektive geschrieben er besteht nur aus briefen von werther vor allem einen freund namens wilhelm erst im letzten teil des zweiten buches tritt ein erzähler hinzu anhand der briefe kann der leser sowohl dem verlauf der handlung als auch den gefühlen werthers folgen der immer verzweifelter wird bis es schließlich einer katastrophe endet der roman besteht aus zwei büchern die aber eher als zwei teile eines einzigen romans anzusehen sind zusammenfassung von rainer p |
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99 |
183 |
Schwarze Galeere |
Wilhelm Raabe |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Im Jahr 1599 sind die Niederlande von den Spaniern besetzt. Die Stadt Antwerpen ist bevölkert von italienischen Söldnern. Doch die Niederländer leisten Widerstand. Auf See ist der Wille der “Wassergeusen” ungebrochen und ihre Schlagkraft von den Besatzern gefürchtet. Am meisten graut ihnen jedoch vor dem Flaggschiff: Die schwarze Galeere…\n(Zusammenfassung von Felix)\n</p> |
German |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/die-schwarze-galeere-von-wilhelm-raabe/ |
p im jahr 1599 sind die niederlande von den spaniern besetzt die stadt antwerpen ist bevölkert von italienischen söldnern doch die niederländer leisten widerstand auf see ist der wille der wassergeusen ungebrochen und ihre schlagkraft von den besatzern gefürchtet meisten graut ihnen jedoch vor dem flaggschiff die schwarze galeere zusammenfassung von felix p |
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100 |
184 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This chapter of Macaulay’s, History of England is concerned, for a large part, with insurrection against James II and his manoeuverings to suppress these. Argyle has been sheltering in Holland and returns to raise an army against James. Although brave and quick witted, he was no leader of men and the army became a confused rabble and were dispersed. Argyle was captured and died bravely. Monmouth had also been sheltering in Holland and he landed at Lyme and declared himself king on 20th June 1685. He was defeated at the battle of Sedgemoor and eventually caught and executed. Monmouth is a fine romantic and of course ultimately tragic figure. The chapter comes to an end with the Bloody Assizes and the very bloody Judge Jeffries.</p>\n<p>Summary by Jim Mowatt</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-volume-1-chapter-5/ |
p this chapter macaulay s history england concerned large part insurrection james ii manoeuverings suppress these argyle sheltering holland returns raise army james although brave quick witted leader men army became confused rabble dispersed argyle captured died bravely monmouth also sheltering holland landed lyme declared king 20th june 1685 defeated battle sedgemoor eventually caught executed monmouth fine romantic course ultimately tragic figure chapter comes end bloody assizes bloody judge jeffries p p summary jim mowatt p |
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101 |
186 |
I Do Not Love Thee |
Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton |
Poetry, Romance |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you twenty different readings of Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton’s <em>I Do Not Love Thee</em>, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/i-do-not-love-thee-by-caroline-norton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring twenty different readings caroline elizabeth sarah norton s em i love thee em weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
| 104 |
102 |
187 |
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud |
William Wordsworth |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>This was the weekly poetry project for 14 May 2006. Spring’s flowers come and go all too quickly, but Wordsworth’s classic poem reminds us that their blessings last.</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/i-wandered-lonely-as-a-cloud-by-william-wordsworth/ |
p this weekly poetry project 14 may 2006 spring s flowers come go quickly wordsworth s classic poem reminds us blessings last p |
| 105 |
103 |
188 |
If |
Rudyard Kipling |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s weekly poetry project for the week of January 29, 2006: This popular piece was voted Britain’s favourite poem in a BBC opinion poll in 1995.<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/if-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p librivox s weekly poetry project week january 29 2006 popular piece voted britain s favourite poem bbc opinion poll 1995 br summary wikipedia p |
| 106 |
104 |
189 |
In Flanders Fields |
John McCrae |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you seven different readings of John McCrae’s <em>In Flanders Field</em>, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-flanders-fields-by-john-mccrae/ |
p librivox volunteers bring seven different readings john mccrae s em in flanders field em weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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205 |
292 |
Short Poetry Collection 013 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 013: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-013/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 013 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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106 |
192 |
Johnny Crow's Garden |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Animals & Nature |
<p>A beautifully illustrated children’s picture book featuring Johnny Crow who made a garden in which a variety of animals do bizarre things in rhyme.Listen to the audio while you view the pictures on <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/10469/10469-h/10469-h.htm"> gutenberg.org </a> (Summary by Jim)\n</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/johnny-crows-garden-by-l-leslie-brooke/ |
p a beautifully illustrated children s picture book featuring johnny crow made garden variety animals bizarre things rhyme listen audio view pictures a href http www gutenberg org files 10469 10469 h 10469 h htm gutenberg org a summary jim p |
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107 |
193 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 03 (Fables 51-75) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 3 of 12. <br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-3-fables-51-75/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 3 12 br summary chip p |
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108 |
194 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 04 (Fables 76-100) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 4 of 12. <br />(Summary by Chip)\n</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-4-fables-76-100/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 4 12 br summary chip p |
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109 |
195 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 05 (Fables 101-125) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 5 of 12. <br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-5-fables-101-125/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 5 12 br summary chip p |
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110 |
196 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 06 (Fables 126-150) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 6 of 12.<br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-6-fables-126-150/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 6 12 br summary chip p |
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111 |
197 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 07 (Fables 151-175) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 7 of 12.<br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-7-fables-151-175/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 7 12 br summary chip p |
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112 |
198 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 08 (Fables 176-200) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 8 of 12.<br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-8-fables-176-200/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 8 12 br summary chip p |
| 115 |
113 |
199 |
Aesop's Fables, Volume 09 (Fables 201-225) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 9 of 12.<br />(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-9-fables-201-225/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 9 12 br summary chip p |
| 116 |
114 |
200 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>In this children's classic, a girl named Alice follows falls down a rabbit-hole into a fantasy realm full of talking creatures. She attends a never-ending tea party and plays croquet at the court of the anthropomorphic playing cards. (Summary written by Gesine)<br /><br />"I loved all the voices in this project and probably wouldn’t have put the time into checking into this book without this LibriVox version of it. Great project and well done by all. What people can do really amazes me from time to time. This reminds me of how beautiful the world can be." — skinned mink</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll/ |
p in children s classic girl named alice follows falls rabbit hole fantasy realm full talking creatures attends never ending tea party plays croquet court anthropomorphic playing cards summary written gesine br br i loved voices project probably wouldn t put time checking book without librivox version it great project well done all people really amazes time time reminds beautiful world be skinned mink p |
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115 |
201 |
Amendments to the United States Constitution |
United States Government |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The Amendments to the Constitution of the USA are a continuously modified document that attempts to secure all basic and other rights for American citizens. The most recent amendment was made in the early 1970's during the Vietnam war; this amendment lowered the voting age to 18.</p>\n<p>The first ten amendments (A.K.A. the Bill of Rights) was made by the founding fathers shortly after the actual constitution was made. The Bill of Rights covers all those things that the settlers found wrong with the rule of King George III of England. Such as: Quartering of soldiers, Freedom of speech, and Search and seizure. (Summary by Shurtagal)</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-amendments-to-the-constitution-of-the-united-states-of-america/ |
p the amendments constitution usa continuously modified document attempts secure basic rights american citizens recent amendment made early 1970 s vietnam war amendment lowered voting age 18 p p the first ten amendments a k a bill rights made founding fathers shortly actual constitution made bill rights covers things settlers found wrong rule king george iii england as quartering soldiers freedom speech search seizure summary shurtagal p |
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116 |
202 |
Amendments to the United States Constitution (version 2) |
United States Government |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The Constitution has a total of 27 amendments. The first ten, collectively known as the Bill of Rights, were ratified simultaneously. The following seventeen were ratified separately.<br />(Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/amendments-to-the-united-states-constitution-version-2/ |
p the constitution total 27 amendments first ten collectively known bill rights ratified simultaneously following seventeen ratified separately br summary wikipedia org p |
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117 |
203 |
Danse Russe |
William Carlos Williams |
Poetry |
<p>Williams spent his life as a doctor practicing pediatric medicine in northern New Jersey, a few miles west of New York City. During the work day, between seeing patients, he often dashed off poems on the backs of blank prescription pads that he kept in his pocket. This particular poem was written in just such a spontaneous way, after seeing the Russian Ballet perform in Manhattan. Each of the 16 readers in this collection took the challenge to make the same kind of leap - reading it spontaneously.<br />(Summary by Alan Davis-Drake.)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/danse-russe-by-william-carlos-williams/ |
p williams spent life doctor practicing pediatric medicine northern new jersey miles west new york city work day seeing patients often dashed poems backs blank prescription pads kept pocket particular poem written spontaneous way seeing russian ballet perform manhattan 16 readers collection took challenge make kind leap reading spontaneously br summary alan davis drake p |
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118 |
204 |
Personal Anthology of Shakespeare |
William Shakespeare |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>This personal anthology is my choice of speeches from Shakespeare that I enjoy reading (that I would like to have had by heart years ago!) and that seem to me to illustrate his unsurpassed use of language. He was a man who seemed to know everything about human nature and as Orson Welles said ‘he speaks to everyone and we all claim him’. I know that it has been said that ‘it is impossible to be a great Shakespearian actor without an idiosyncratic and extraordinary voice’ and this may be so, but that does not preclude ordinary mortals from reading, hearing and enjoying Shakespeare. (Summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-personal-anthology-of-shakespeare-compiled-by-martin-clifton/ |
p this personal anthology choice speeches shakespeare enjoy reading that would like heart years ago seem illustrate unsurpassed use language man seemed know everything human nature orson welles said he speaks everyone claim him know said it impossible great shakespearian actor without idiosyncratic extraordinary voice may so preclude ordinary mortals reading hearing enjoying shakespeare summary martin clifton p |
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119 |
205 |
Princess of Mars |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Part One of Edgar Rice Burroughs’s Mars-Series. Easy, swank, pulp read about an omnipotent gentleman teleported to Mars, finding an outlandish society of ape-, tree- and lizardmen, red-, white-, yellowmen, brains on legs, strange bastions and curious apparatuses, where the strongest survives and women are needy beauties to be saved. How can something be so platitudinous and at the same time so imaginative and enthralling? Boys’ book for sure. (Summary by Stephan)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-princess-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p part one edgar rice burroughs s mars series easy swank pulp read omnipotent gentleman teleported mars finding outlandish society ape tree lizardmen red white yellowmen brains legs strange bastions curious apparatuses strongest survives women needy beauties saved something platitudinous time imaginative enthralling boys book sure summary stephan p |
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120 |
206 |
おくのほそ道 (Oku no Hosomichi) |
Matsuo Bashō |
Travel & Geography |
<p>Oku no Hosomichi (meaning Narrow Road to Oku [the Deep North]) is a major work by Matsuo Bashō.<br><br>\n\nOku no Hosomichi was written based on a journey taken by Bashō in the late spring of 1689. He and his traveling companion Sora departed from Edo (modern-day Tokyo) for the northerly interior region known as Oku, propelled mostly by a desire to see the places about which the old poets wrote. Travel in those days was, of course, very dangerous to one’s health, but Bashō was committed to a kind of poetic ideal of wandering. He travelled for about 156 days all together, covering thousands of miles mostly on foot. Of all of Bashō’s works, Oku no Hosomichi is best known.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Japanese |
1694 |
https://librivox.org/oku-no-hosomichi-by-matsuo-basho/ |
p oku hosomichi meaning narrow road oku the deep north major work matsuo bashō br br oku hosomichi written based journey taken bashō late spring 1689 traveling companion sora departed edo modern day tokyo northerly interior region known oku propelled mostly desire see places old poets wrote travel days was course dangerous one s health bashō committed kind poetic ideal wandering travelled 156 days together covering thousands miles mostly foot bashō s works oku hosomichi best known summary wikipedia p |
| 123 |
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207 |
Old Christmas |
Washington Irving |
House & Home |
<P>A tale of the quaint and old English traditions of celebrating Christmas. Irving travels to the English countryside and meets an old schoolmate, who invites him home to spend Christmas at the family estate.\n(Summary written by Gesine)</P> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/old-christmas-by-washington-irving/ |
p a tale quaint old english traditions celebrating christmas irving travels english countryside meets old schoolmate invites home spend christmas family estate summary written gesine p |
| 124 |
136 |
223 |
O Southland! |
James Weldon Johnson |
Poetry |
<p>In celebration of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juneteenth">Juneteenth</a>, LibriVox volunteers bring you five different versions of <em>O Southland!</em>, by James Weldon Johnson. This was the weekly poetry project for 18 June 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/o-southland-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
p in celebration a href http en wikipedia org wiki juneteenth juneteenth a librivox volunteers bring five different versions em o southland em james weldon johnson weekly poetry project 18 june 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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122 |
208 |
On the Antiseptic Principle of the Practice of Surgery |
Joseph Lister |
Medical |
<P> Joseph Lister was born near London in 1827. He studied medicine at the University of London and pursued a career as a surgeon in Scotland. He became professor of Surgery in Glasgow and later (1877) at Kings College Hospital, in London.<br /><br /> Lister’s contribution to the advancement of surgery cannot be overestimated. Before his work on antisepsis, wounds were often left open to heal, leading to long recoveries, unsightly scarring, and not infrequently amputation or death due to infection. Lister’s work enabled more wounds to be closed primarily with sutures, drastically reducing healing time, scarring, amputations, and deaths due to infection.<br /><br /> Lister retired in 1896 but was called back to assist in the operation on King Edward VII for appendicitis just days before the King’s coronation. The King later credited Lister for his survival and quick recovery. Lister died in 1912.\n (Summary by Martin Clifton)</P> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-antiseptic-principle-of-the-practice-of-surgery-by-joseph-lister/ |
p joseph lister born near london 1827 studied medicine university london pursued career surgeon scotland became professor surgery glasgow later 1877 kings college hospital london br br lister s contribution advancement surgery cannot overestimated work antisepsis wounds often left open heal leading long recoveries unsightly scarring infrequently amputation death due infection lister s work enabled wounds closed primarily sutures drastically reducing healing time scarring amputations deaths due infection br br lister retired 1896 called back assist operation king edward vii appendicitis days king s coronation king later credited lister survival quick recovery lister died 1912 summary martin clifton p |
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Fables de La Fontaine, livre 02 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Voici le second des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons. <br /><br />This is the second book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society. (Summary by Ezwa).<p> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-02-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
voici le second des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons br br this second book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society summary ezwa p |
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Childhood - Детство |
Leo Tolstoy |
Biography & Autobiography |
Childhood (Детство [Detstvo]; 1852) is the first novel in Leo Tolstoy’s autobiographical trilogy. They are the works that launched his writing career. These books earned him instant acclaim. This book describes the major physiological decisions of boyhood that all boys experience.<br />\n(Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
Russian |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/childhood-russian-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
childhood детство detstvo 1852 first novel leo tolstoy s autobiographical trilogy works launched writing career books earned instant acclaim book describes major physiological decisions boyhood boys experience br summary wikipedia p |
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China and the Chinese |
Herbert Allen Giles |
Modern (19th C) |
<p>Herbert Allen Giles (1845-1935) spent several years as a diplomat in China and in 1897 was appointed Cambridge University’s second professor of Chinese. His published works cover Chinese language and literature, history and philosophy.</p><p>This series of lectures, published as “China and the Chinese”, was given at Columbia University in 1902, to mark the establishment of a Chinese professorship there. The lectures were not intended for the specialist, more to urge a wider and more systematic study of China and its culture, and to encourage new students into the field.</p><p>While many of the observations are just as relevant today, others will remind us how much China has changed since the period of the Manchu Qing dynasty in which he wrote.(summary by David Barnes) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/china-and-the-chinese-by-herbert-allen-giles/ |
p herbert allen giles 1845 1935 spent several years diplomat china 1897 appointed cambridge university s second professor chinese published works cover chinese language literature history philosophy p p this series lectures published china chinese given columbia university 1902 mark establishment chinese professorship there lectures intended specialist urge wider systematic study china culture encourage new students field p p while many observations relevant today others remind us much china changed since period manchu qing dynasty wrote summary david barnes p |
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Columbus |
Joaquin Miller |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), History , Exploration |
<br />This week, to celebrate Columbus Day, LibriVox volunteers bring you six recordings of <em>Columbus</em> by Joaquin Miller. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 8th, 2006.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/columbus-by-joaquin-miller/ |
br this week celebrate columbus day librivox volunteers bring six recordings em columbus em joaquin miller weekly poetry project week october 8th 2006 br br |
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Country of the Pointed Firs |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
General Fiction |
<p>The Country of the Pointed Firs (1896) is considered Jewett’s finest work, described by Henry James as her “beautiful little quantum of achievement.” Despite James’s diminutives, the novel remains a classic. Because it is loosely structured, many critics view the book not as a novel, but a series of sketches; however, its structure is unified through both setting and theme. Jewett herself felt that her strengths as a writer lay not in plot development or dramatic tension, but in character development. Indeed, she determined early in her career to preserve a disappearing way of life, and her novel can be read as a study of the effects of isolation and hardship on the inhabitants who lived in the decaying fishing villages along the Maine coast.<br />\n(summary from Gutenberg e-text)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/country-of-the-pointed-firs-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
p the country pointed firs 1896 considered jewett s finest work described henry james beautiful little quantum achievement despite james s diminutives novel remains classic loosely structured many critics view book novel series sketches however structure unified setting theme jewett felt strengths writer lay plot development dramatic tension character development indeed determined early career preserve disappearing way life novel read study effects isolation hardship inhabitants lived decaying fishing villages along maine coast br summary gutenberg e text p |
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小倉百人一首 (Ogura Hyakunin Isshu) |
Teika no Fujiwara |
Poetry |
<p>Hyakunin isshu (百人一首) is a traditional style of compiling Japanese waka poetry where each contributor writes one poem for the anthology.<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Japanese |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/ogura-hyakunin-isshu-by-fujiwara-no-teika/ |
p hyakunin isshu 百人一首 traditional style compiling japanese waka poetry contributor writes one poem anthology br summary wikipedia p |
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Short Poetry Collection 014 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 014: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-014/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 014 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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214 |
Crome Yellow |
Aldous Huxley |
Satire |
<p><i>Crome Yellow</i>, published in 1921 was Aldous Huxley’s first novel. In it he satirizes the fads and fashions of the time. It is the witty story of a house party at ‘Crome’ where there is a gathering of bright young things. We hear some of the history of the house from Henry Wimbush, its owner and self appointed historian; Apocylapse is prophesied, virginity is lost, and inspirational aphorisms are gained in a trance. Our hero, Denis, tries to capture it all in poetry and is disappointed in love.</p>\n<p>The author, Aldous Huxley, was born in 1894 and began writing poetry and short stories in his early twenties; this was his first novel and established his literary reputation. (Summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/crome-yellow-by-aldous-huxley/ |
p i crome yellow i published 1921 aldous huxley s first novel satirizes fads fashions time witty story house party crome gathering bright young things hear history house henry wimbush owner self appointed historian apocylapse prophesied virginity lost inspirational aphorisms gained trance hero denis tries capture poetry disappointed love p p the author aldous huxley born 1894 began writing poetry short stories early twenties first novel established literary reputation summary martin clifton p |
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Daddy-Long-Legs |
Jean Webster |
Epistolary Fiction |
<p><i>Daddy-Long-Legs</i> is a 1912 novel by an American writer Jean Webster, written in the form of letters. It follows the protagonist, a young girl named Jerusha “Judy” Abbott, through her college years. She writes the letters to her benefactor, a rich man whom she has never seen.<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/daddy-long-legs-by-jean-webster/ |
p i daddy long legs i 1912 novel american writer jean webster written form letters follows protagonist young girl named jerusha judy abbott college years writes letters benefactor rich man never seen br summary wikipedia p |
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Mother Night |
James Weldon Johnson |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you fifteen different readings of <em>Mother Night</em>, by James Weldon Johnson. This weekly poetry project (for the week of 2/26/2006) was selected to celebrate Black History Month.<br>(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/mother-night-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring fifteen different readings em mother night em james weldon johnson weekly poetry project for week 2 26 2006 selected celebrate black history month br summary annie coleman p |
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North of Boston |
Robert Frost |
Poetry |
<p>One of the first collections of poetry by Robert Frost, published in 1914.<br />\n(Summary written by Gesine)</p>\n<p><strong>Contents</strong> (with beginning time): </p>\n\n<ul><em>Part 1</em></p>\n<li>Mending Wall (00:01:20) </li>\n<li>The Death of the Hired Man (00:03:45) </li>\n<li>The Mountain (00:12:20) </li>\n<li>A Hundred Collars (00:18:14)</li>\n</ul>\n<ul><em>Part 2</em></p>\n<li>Home Burial (00:00:18)</li>\n<li>The Black Cottage (00:06:16)</li>\n\n<li>Blueberries (00:12:56)</li>\n<li>A Servant to Servants (00:18:44)</li>\n</ul>\n<ul><em>Part 3</em></p>\n<li>After Apple-picking (00:00:16)</li>\n<li>The Code (00:02:16)</li>\n<li>The Generations of Men (00:08:01)</li>\n<li>The Housekeeper (00:18:55)</li>\n</ul>\n<ul><em>Part 4</em></p>\n\n<li>The Fear (00:00:16)</li>\n<li>The Self-seeker (00:05:27)</li>\n<li>The Wood-pile (00:16:35)</li>\n<li>Good Hours (00:18:47)</li>\n</ul> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/north-of-boston-by-robert-frost/ |
p one first collections poetry robert frost published 1914 br summary written gesine p p strong contents strong with beginning time p ul em part 1 em p li mending wall 00 01 20 li li the death hired man 00 03 45 li li the mountain 00 12 20 li li a hundred collars 00 18 14 li ul ul em part 2 em p li home burial 00 00 18 li li the black cottage 00 06 16 li li blueberries 00 12 56 li li a servant servants 00 18 44 li ul ul em part 3 em p li after apple picking 00 00 16 li li the code 00 02 16 li li the generations men 00 08 01 li li the housekeeper 00 18 55 li ul ul em part 4 em p li the fear 00 00 16 li li the self seeker 00 05 27 li li the wood pile 00 16 35 li li good hours 00 18 47 li ul |
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Northanger Abbey |
Jane Austen |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Romance, Satire |
<p>Northanger Abbey is a hilarious parody of 18th century gothic novels. The heroine, 17-year old Catherine, has been reading far too many “horrid” gothic novels and would love to encounter some gothic-style terror — but the superficial world of Bath proves hazardous enough. (Summary by Kara) </p> |
English |
1803 |
https://librivox.org/northanger-abbey-by-jane-austen/ |
p northanger abbey hilarious parody 18th century gothic novels heroine 17 year old catherine reading far many horrid gothic novels would love encounter gothic style terror superficial world bath proves hazardous enough summary kara p |
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Notes from the Underground |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>\nFyodor Dostoyevsky’s short masterpiece about a ranting, slightly mad civil servant. The stylistic inventiveness, and the insights into the absurdities and weakness of humans seem so fresh and incisive today that if published now (a century and a half later) <em>Notes</em> would be considered an avant-garde post-modernist triumph. In some ways this is a heavy text, laden with conversational philosophizing; but the vividness of the narrator make it a wonderful read, and funny.<br />\n(Review by Hugh McGuire)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/notes-from-the-underground-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p fyodor dostoyevsky s short masterpiece ranting slightly mad civil servant stylistic inventiveness insights absurdities weakness humans seem fresh incisive today published a century half later em notes em would considered avant garde post modernist triumph ways heavy text laden conversational philosophizing vividness narrator make wonderful read funny br review hugh mcguire p |
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O Canada! |
Robert Stanley Weir |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>In celebration of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_day">Canada Day</a>, 2006, LibriVox volunteers bring you ten different recordings of <em>O Canada!</em>. If you prefer English or French, spoken or sung, you will find a version that suits you here! This was the Weekly Poetry project for the week of June 25th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/o-canada/ |
p in celebration a href http en wikipedia org wiki canada_day canada day a 2006 librivox volunteers bring ten different recordings em o canada em prefer english french spoken sung find version suits here weekly poetry project week june 25th 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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O Captain! My Captain! |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry |
<p>In honor of President’s Day, LibriVox brings you thirteen versions of <em>O Captain! My Captain!</em> by Walt Whitman. This classic poem was written by Whitman following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. It appears in <em>Leaves of Grass</em>, Whitman’s masterpiece of a poetry collection and is considered by many to be one of his greatest poems. This was the LibriVox Weekly Poetry Project for the week of February 19th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/o-captain-my-captain-by-walt-whitman/ |
p in honor president s day librivox brings thirteen versions em o captain captain em walt whitman classic poem written whitman following assassination abraham lincoln appears em leaves grass em whitman s masterpiece poetry collection considered many one greatest poems librivox weekly poetry project week february 19th 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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Songs of Innocence and Experience |
William Blake |
Poetry |
<p> William Blake’s volume of poetry entitled Songs of Innocence and Experience is the embodiment of his belief that innocence and experience were “the two contrary states of the human soul,” and that true innocence was impossible without experience. Songs of Innocence contains poems either written from the perspective of children or written about them. Many of the poems appearing in Songs of Innocence have a counterpart in Songs of Experience, with quite a different perspective of the world.</p>\n\n The disastrous end of the French Revolution caused Blake to lose faith in the goodness of mankind, explaining much of the despair found in Songs of Experience. Blake also believed that children lost their innocence through exploitation and from a religious community which put dogma before mercy. He did not, however, believe that children should be kept from becoming experienced entirely. In truth, he believed that children should indeed become experienced but through their own discoveries, which is reflected in a number of these poems.</p>\n\n (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-innocence-and-experience-by-william-blake/ |
p william blake s volume poetry entitled songs innocence experience embodiment belief innocence experience the two contrary states human soul true innocence impossible without experience songs innocence contains poems either written perspective children written them many poems appearing songs innocence counterpart songs experience quite different perspective world p disastrous end french revolution caused blake lose faith goodness mankind explaining much despair found songs experience blake also believed children lost innocence exploitation religious community put dogma mercy not however believe children kept becoming experienced entirely truth believed children indeed become experienced discoveries reflected number poems p summary adapted wikipedia annie coleman p |
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Sonnet 130 |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you seventeen different readings of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 130. This sonnet offers a look into the Elizabethan ideal of womanly beauty, then turns it on its head with wry realism. Then as now, real beauty is inside. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 5, 2006.<br>(Summary by Fox in the Stars)</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-130-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring seventeen different readings shakespeare s sonnet 130 sonnet offers look elizabethan ideal womanly beauty turns head wry realism now real beauty inside weekly poetry project week march 5 2006 br summary fox stars p |
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Sonnet 023 |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you eight different readings of William Shakespeare’s Sonnet 23, a weekly poetry project.<br>(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-23-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eight different readings william shakespeare s sonnet 23 weekly poetry project br summary annie coleman p |
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Sonnet 073 |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>To celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday, LibriVox volunteers bring you ten different recordings of Sonnet 73. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 23rd, 2006.<br>(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-73-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p to celebrate shakespeare s birthday librivox volunteers bring ten different recordings sonnet 73 weekly poetry project week april 23rd 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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Shakespeare's Sonnets |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
<p>Shakespeare’s sonnets comprise a collection of 154 poems in sonnet form that deal with such themes as love, beauty, politics, and mortality. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p shakespeare s sonnets comprise collection 154 poems sonnet form deal themes love beauty politics mortality summary wikipedia org p |
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Spirits in Bondage |
C. S. Lewis |
Poetry |
<p><em>Spirits in Bondage</em> is C.S. Lewis’s first book and the first of his works to be available in the public domain. It was released in 1919 under the pseudonym of Clive Hamilton and was written in a period of darker thought for C.S. Lewis than was later evidenced in his Christian apologist writings.</p>\n<p>The darkness of the verse is most evident in Part One (The Prison House), begins to change in the short transitional Part Two (Hesitation) and attains a more hopeful tone in the final Part Three (Escape). Yet a dreamy effect, influenced by Celtic and Druid mythology, persists throughout.</p>\n<p><em>Spirits in Bondage</em> consists of forty poems that provide an intriguing insight into the youthful heart of C.S. Lewis and occasionally provides interesting lyrical foreshadowing of some of the landscapes portrayed in his famous <em>Chronicles of Narnia</em> series.<br>\n(Summary by Robert Garrison)\n</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/spirits-in-bondage-by-cs-lewis/ |
p em spirits bondage em c s lewis s first book first works available public domain released 1919 pseudonym clive hamilton written period darker thought c s lewis later evidenced christian apologist writings p p the darkness verse evident part one the prison house begins change short transitional part two hesitation attains hopeful tone final part three escape yet dreamy effect influenced celtic druid mythology persists throughout p p em spirits bondage em consists forty poems provide intriguing insight youthful heart c s lewis occasionally provides interesting lyrical foreshadowing landscapes portrayed famous em chronicles narnia em series br summary robert garrison p |
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Struwwelpeter |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
Poetry |
<p>Struwwelpeter (Slovenly Peter) is an illustrated collection of humorous children’s poems describing ludicrous and usually violent punishments for naughty behavior. Hoffmann, a Frankfurt physician, wanted to buy a picture book for his son for Christmas in 1844. Not impressed by what the stores had to offer, he instead bought a notebook and wrote his own stories and pictures. While Struwwelpeter is somewhat notorious for its perceived brutal treatment of the erring children, it has been influential on many later children’s books, most notably Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. (Summary by Catharine and wikipedia.org) </p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/struwwelpeter-english-by-heinrich-hoffman/ |
p struwwelpeter slovenly peter illustrated collection humorous children s poems describing ludicrous usually violent punishments naughty behavior hoffmann frankfurt physician wanted buy picture book son christmas 1844 impressed stores offer instead bought notebook wrote stories pictures struwwelpeter somewhat notorious perceived brutal treatment erring children influential many later children s books notably charlie chocolate factory summary catharine wikipedia org p |
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294 |
Short Poetry Collection 015 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 015: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-015/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 015 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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295 |
Short Poetry Collection 016 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 016: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-016/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 016 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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296 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 001: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-001/ |
p librivox s short story collection 001 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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Struwwelpeter (version 2) |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>Struwwelpeter (Slovenly Peter) is an illustrated collection of humorous children’s poems describing ludicrous and usually violent punishments for naughty behavior. Hoffmann, a Frankfurt physician, wanted to buy a picture book for his son for Christmas in 1844. Not impressed by what the stores had to offer, he instead bought a notebook and wrote his own stories and pictures. While Struwwelpeter is somewhat notorious for its perceived brutal treatment of the erring children, it has been influential on many later children’s books, most notably Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. (Summary by Catharine, Kara, and wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/struwwelpeter-by-heinrich-hofmann-english2/ |
p struwwelpeter slovenly peter illustrated collection humorous children s poems describing ludicrous usually violent punishments naughty behavior hoffmann frankfurt physician wanted buy picture book son christmas 1844 impressed stores offer instead bought notebook wrote stories pictures struwwelpeter somewhat notorious perceived brutal treatment erring children influential many later children s books notably charlie chocolate factory summary catharine kara wikipedia org p |
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Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction |
<p> Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town is a sequence of stories by Stephen Leacock, first published in 1912. It is generally considered to be one of the most enduring classics of Canadian humorous literature.\n\n The fictional setting for these stories is Mariposa, a small town on the shore of Lake Wissanotti. Although drawn from his experiences in Orillia, Ontario, Leacock writes in the introduction:\n\n “Mariposa is not a real town. On the contrary, it is about seventy or eighty of them. You may find them all the way from Lake Superior to the sea, with the same square streets and the same maple trees and the same churches and hotels.”\n\n This work has remained popular for its universal appeal. Many of the characters, though modelled on townspeople of Orillia, are small town archetypes. Their shortcomings and weaknesses are presented in a humorous but affectionate way.\n\n Often, the narrator greatly exaggerates the importance of the events in Mariposa compared to the rest of the world. For example, when there is a country-wide election, “the town of Mariposa, was, of course, the storm centre and focus point of the whole turmoil.” (Summary from Wikipedia)\n\n</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sunshine-sketches-of-a-little-town-by-stephen-leacock/ |
p sunshine sketches little town sequence stories stephen leacock first published 1912 generally considered one enduring classics canadian humorous literature fictional setting stories mariposa small town shore lake wissanotti although drawn experiences orillia ontario leacock writes introduction mariposa real town contrary seventy eighty them may find way lake superior sea square streets maple trees churches hotels work remained popular universal appeal many characters though modelled townspeople orillia small town archetypes shortcomings weaknesses presented humorous affectionate way often narrator greatly exaggerates importance events mariposa compared rest world example country wide election the town mariposa was course storm centre focus point whole turmoil summary wikipedia p |
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Our Island Story, Part 1 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<br />Our Island Story was first published in 1905 and became an instant classic. Beginning with the Romans and following the triumphs and foibles of the good, not so good and the downright despicable figures of history; we are treated to a dazzling montage of kings, queens, barons, knights, explorers, movers and shakers that have played a key role in the history of England. Marshall freely mixes folk tale with historical fact and in so doing paints a very vivid picture of the past in a style reminiscent of all that is finest in the children’s story telling tradition.This is the first section of that work and will carry you from the time when Tacitus first sang the praises of Britannica to his Roman readers up to the vicious and bloodthirsty confusion that is the War of the Roses (about 1500 years). (Summary by Jim)<br /><br />Part 2 of this book may be found at <a href="http://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-2-by-he-marshall/" target="_blank">http://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-2-by-he-marshall/</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-1-by-he-marshall/ |
br our island story first published 1905 became instant classic beginning romans following triumphs foibles good good downright despicable figures history treated dazzling montage kings queens barons knights explorers movers shakers played key role history england marshall freely mixes folk tale historical fact paints vivid picture past style reminiscent finest children s story telling tradition this first section work carry time tacitus first sang praises britannica roman readers vicious bloodthirsty confusion war roses about 1500 years summary jim br br part 2 book may found a href http librivox org our island story part 2 by he marshall target _blank http librivox org our island story part 2 by he marshall a br br |
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Our Island Story, Part 2 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<br />Our Island Story was first published in 1905 and became an instant classic. Beginning with the Romans and following the triumphs and foibles of the good, not so good and the downright despicable figures of history; we are treated to a dazzling montage of kings, queens, barons, knights, explorers, movers and shakers that have played a key role in the history of England. Marshall freely mixes folk tale with historical fact and in so doing paints a very vivid picture of the past in a style reminiscent of all that is finest in the children’s story-telling tradition. This is the second section of that work and will carry you from the convoluted and bloody ‘Wars of the Roses’ up to the death of Queen Victoria and the resolution of the Boer War. Please be advised that this book was written in the early years of the 20th century and there will be words and phrases used then, in all innocence, that are considered politically incorrect in this age. It’s perfectly fine for children to listen to but please ensure there is someone on hand who can explain these terms in a mature fashion.(Summary by Jim)<br /><br />Part 1 of this book may be found at <a href="https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-1-by-he-marshall/" target="_blank">https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a>.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/our-island-story-part-2-by-he-marshall/ |
br our island story first published 1905 became instant classic beginning romans following triumphs foibles good good downright despicable figures history treated dazzling montage kings queens barons knights explorers movers shakers played key role history england marshall freely mixes folk tale historical fact paints vivid picture past style reminiscent finest children s story telling tradition second section work carry convoluted bloody wars roses death queen victoria resolution boer war please advised book written early years 20th century words phrases used then innocence considered politically incorrect age it s perfectly fine children listen please ensure someone hand explain terms mature fashion summary jim br br part 1 book may found a href https librivox org our island story part 1 by he marshall target _blank https librivox org our island story part 1 by he marshall a br br |
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One Hundred Verses from Old Japan |
Teika no Fujiwara |
Poetry |
In 12th-13th century Japan there lived a man named Fujiwara no Teika (sometimes called Sadaie), a well-regarded poet in a society that prized poetry. At one point in his life he compiled the Ogura Hyakunin Isshu (often known simply as the Hyakunin Isshu), which means “A Hundred Poems by A Hundred Poets” (literally “A hundred people, one poem [each]”).</p>\n\n This collection of a hundred poems is known to almost all Japanese, and over the years it has been translated by many different people. One of the early translators of the collection was William Porter. His translation, first published in 1909, was titled “A Hundred Verses from Old Japan”.\n (Summary by Kevin Steinbach)<p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/one-hundred-verses-from-old-japan-by-teika-porter/ |
12th 13th century japan lived man named fujiwara teika sometimes called sadaie well regarded poet society prized poetry one point life compiled ogura hyakunin isshu often known simply hyakunin isshu means a hundred poems hundred poets literally a hundred people one poem each p collection hundred poems known almost japanese years translated many different people one early translators collection william porter translation first published 1909 titled a hundred verses old japan summary kevin steinbach p |
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237 |
Ozymandias of Egypt |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<P>LibriVox volunteers bring you sixteen different recordings of Ozymandias of Egypt, by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 20th, 2006.</P> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/ozymandias-of-egypt-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
p librivox volunteers bring sixteen different recordings ozymandias egypt percy bysshe shelley weekly poetry project week august 20th 2006 p |
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297 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 002 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 002: a collection of 10 short fictional works in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-002/ |
p librivox s short story collection 002 collection 10 short fictional works public domain read variety librivox members p |
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1276 |
Short Poetry Collection 040 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 040: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-040/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 040 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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238 |
Philosophy and Fun of Algebra |
Mary Everest Boole |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<P>Mary Everest Boole (1832-1916) was born Mary Everest in England and spent her early years in France. She married mathematician George Boole. She was the author of several works on teaching and teaching mathematics in particular.\nThis short book, Philosophy and Fun of Algebra, is meant to be read by children and introduces algebra and logic. She uses the word “algebra” broadly, defining it as a “method of solving problems by honest confession of one’s ignorance”. Using this definition, Boole introduces, in a conversational manner, the concepts of logic and algebra, illustrating these concepts with stories and anecdotes, often from biblical sources. At times, her discussion seems somewhat mystical, speaking of the imagination and angels as messengers which guide one toward the next step in a logical investigation. Boole ends the book with a reminder that algebra’s essential element is “the habitual registration of the exact limits of one’s knowledge” and a call for the public to keep this principle in mind when encountering any situation.\n(Summary written by Patricia Oakley)</P> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/philosophy-and-fun-of-algebra-by-mary-everest-boole/ |
p mary everest boole 1832 1916 born mary everest england spent early years france married mathematician george boole author several works teaching teaching mathematics particular short book philosophy fun algebra meant read children introduces algebra logic uses word algebra broadly defining method solving problems honest confession one s ignorance using definition boole introduces conversational manner concepts logic algebra illustrating concepts stories anecdotes often biblical sources times discussion seems somewhat mystical speaking imagination angels messengers guide one toward next step logical investigation boole ends book reminder algebra s essential element the habitual registration exact limits one s knowledge call public keep principle mind encountering situation summary written patricia oakley p |
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Poet To His Love |
Maxwell Bodenheim |
Poetry |
Librivox volunteers bring you thirteen different readings of Poet To His Love, by Maxwell Bodenheim. This weekly poetry project was selected to celebrate Valentine’s Day.\n(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poet-to-his-love-by-maxwell-bodenheim/ |
librivox volunteers bring thirteen different readings poet love maxwell bodenheim weekly poetry project selected celebrate valentine s day summary annie coleman p |
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240 |
Poetics |
Aristotle |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Aristotle’s Poetics from the 4th century B.C. aims to give a short study of storytelling. It discusses things like unity of plot, reversal of situation, and character in the context of Greek tragedy, comedy and epic poetry. But it still applies today. It is especially popular with screenwriters as seen in many script gurus’ how-to books.\n(Summary by Robert Foster)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/poetics-by-aristotle/ |
aristotle s poetics 4th century b c aims give short study storytelling discusses things like unity plot reversal situation character context greek tragedy comedy epic poetry still applies today especially popular screenwriters seen many script gurus how to books summary robert foster p |
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Robinson Crusoe Written Anew for Children |
James Baldwin |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Adaptation of the story of Robinson Crusoe for grammar school children. Tells how the shipwrecked sailor makes a new life for himself on the island, providing shelter, food, and clothing for himself from the few tools he rescued from the ship and what he is able to find on the island. He lives on the island over twenty years before he is finally rescued and during that time must re-invent almost everything necessary for daily sustenance. (Summary from The Baldwin Project.)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoe-written-anew-for-children-by-james-baldwin/ |
p adaptation story robinson crusoe grammar school children tells shipwrecked sailor makes new life island providing shelter food clothing tools rescued ship able find island lives island twenty years finally rescued time must re invent almost everything necessary daily sustenance summary baldwin project p |
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Reluctant Dragon |
Kenneth Grahame |
Action & Adventure |
<p>What would you do if you discovered a dragon living in a cave on a hill above your home? Make friends, read poetry together? It turns out that not all dragons are intent on pillaging the countryside. Some might actually enjoy peace, quiet, and the occasional banquet. The Boy of this story knows how to handle dragons, and life is good… until a knight in shining armor arrives in town to exterminate his friend! It doesn’t matter that it’s a “good” dragon — rules are rules, you know! (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-reluctant-dragon-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
p what would discovered dragon living cave hill home make friends read poetry together turns dragons intent pillaging countryside might actually enjoy peace quiet occasional banquet boy story knows handle dragons life good knight shining armor arrives town exterminate friend doesn t matter it s good dragon rules rules know summary mark p |
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Romeo and Juliet |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>Romeo and Juliet is perhaps the most famous of Shakespeare’s plays and is thought to be the most famous love story in Western history. It concerns the fate of two very young lovers who would do anything to be together.</p>\n<p>The Montagues and the Capulets of Verona, Italy, are in the midst of a long-standing feud when Romeo Montague drops in on a masquerade party at the Capulets’. While there he meets and woos the daughter of the house, Juliet. She likewise returns his passion, and their secret meeting later that night on her bedroom balcony begins a series of tragic events that no one could have foretold.</p>\n<p>(Summary by Becky Crackel)\n</p> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/romeo-and-juliet-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p romeo juliet perhaps famous shakespeare s plays thought famous love story western history concerns fate two young lovers would anything together p p the montagues capulets verona italy midst long standing feud romeo montague drops masquerade party capulets meets woos daughter house juliet likewise returns passion secret meeting later night bedroom balcony begins series tragic events one could foretold p p summary becky crackel p |
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244 |
Sadhana, the Realisation of Life |
Rabindranath Tagore |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali poet, philosopher, visual artist, playwright, composer, and novelist whose work reshaped Bengali literature and music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He became Asia’s first Nobel laureate when he won the 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature.</p>\n<p>Sadhana is a collection of essays, most of which he gave before the Harvard University, describing Indian beliefs, philosophy and culture from different viewpoints, often making comparison with Western thought and culture.<br />\n(Summary by Peter Yearsley/Wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/sadhana-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
p rabindranath tagore bengali poet philosopher visual artist playwright composer novelist whose work reshaped bengali literature music late 19th early 20th centuries became asia s first nobel laureate 1913 nobel prize literature p p sadhana collection essays gave harvard university describing indian beliefs philosophy culture different viewpoints often making comparison western thought culture br summary peter yearsley wikipedia p |
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275 |
Euthyphro |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Awaiting his trial on charges of impiety and heresy, Socrates encounters Euthyphro, a self-proclaimed authority on matters of piety and the will of the gods. Socrates, desiring instruction in these matters, converses with Euthyphro, but as usual, the man who professes to know nothing fares better than the man who claims to be an expert. One of Plato’s well-known Socratic Dialogues, Euthyphro probes the nature of piety, and notably poses the so-called Euthyphro Dilemma: Do the gods love a thing because it is holy, or is a thing holy because it is loved by the gods? <p>(Summary by LauraFox)\n</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/euthyphro-by-plato/ |
awaiting trial charges impiety heresy socrates encounters euthyphro self proclaimed authority matters piety gods socrates desiring instruction matters converses euthyphro usual man professes know nothing fares better man claims expert one plato s well known socratic dialogues euthyphro probes nature piety notably poses so called euthyphro dilemma gods love thing holy thing holy loved gods p summary laurafox p |
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Sara Crewe: or, What Happened at Miss Minchin’s Boarding School |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
School |
<p>The story told in Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic novel, <em>A Little Princess</em>, was first written as a serialized novella, <em>Sara Crewe, or What Happened at Miss Minchin’s</em>, and published in <em>St. Nicholas Magazine</em>, in 1888. It tells the story of Sara Crewe, an intelligent, wealthy, young girl at Miss Minchin’s Select Seminary for Young Ladies. Sara’s fortunes change when her father dies, and she goes from being a show pupil and parlor boarder at the school to a drudge, but eventually she finds happiness and a home again. (Summary by Treesh)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/sara-crewe-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
p the story told frances hodgson burnett s classic novel em a little princess em first written serialized novella em sara crewe happened miss minchin s em published em st nicholas magazine em 1888 tells story sara crewe intelligent wealthy young girl miss minchin s select seminary young ladies sara s fortunes change father dies goes show pupil parlor boarder school drudge eventually finds happiness home again summary treesh p |
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246 |
Sarrasine |
Honoré de Balzac |
Romance |
<p> Published by Honoré de Balzac in the tempestuous year of 1830, the tale follows the undulating pathways of Sarrasine the sculptor’s shocking journey to his coming of age. As one of the “fathers of realism” Balzac painted with his words a vivid portrait of life in the swirling salons of Europe at the end of the Bourbon monarchy, and we follow Sarrasine from France to Italy in search of both his métier and his muse.\n However it is also the story of La Zambinella, an Italian singer with whom Sarrasine falls madly and passionately in love. But that passion holds a secret which Sarrasine spies too late.\n (Summary by Chip)\n</p> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/sarrasine-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
p published honoré de balzac tempestuous year 1830 tale follows undulating pathways sarrasine sculptor s shocking journey coming age one fathers realism balzac painted words vivid portrait life swirling salons europe end bourbon monarchy follow sarrasine france italy search métier muse however also story la zambinella italian singer sarrasine falls madly passionately love passion holds secret sarrasine spies late summary chip p |
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Seven Little Australians |
Ethel Turner |
Children's Fiction |
This is the story of seven incorrigible children living near Sydney in the 1880’s with their military-man father, and a stepmother who is scarcely older than the oldest child of the family. A favourite amongst generations of children for over a century, this story tells of the cheeky exploits of Meg, Pip, Judy, Bunty, Nell, Baby, and The General (who is the real baby of the family), as well as providing a fascinating insight into Australian family life in a bygone era. (Summary by Ophelia Darcy)<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/seven-little-australians-by-ethel-sybil-turner/ |
story seven incorrigible children living near sydney 1880 s military man father stepmother scarcely older oldest child family favourite amongst generations children century story tells cheeky exploits meg pip judy bunty nell baby general who real baby family well providing fascinating insight australian family life bygone era summary ophelia darcy p |
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248 |
Short Poetry Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 001: a collection of 29 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-001/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 001 collection 29 public domain poems p |
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249 |
Short Poetry Collection 002 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 002: a collection of 22 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-002/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 002 collection 22 public domain poems p |
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163 |
250 |
Short Poetry Collection 003 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 003: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-003/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 003 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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251 |
Poezdka v Polesye |
Ivan Turgenev |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
To tell the truth, this story — “A trip to Polesye” — is not so much complicated with philosophical or psychological ideas. In this story author had another goal — to describe the beauty of places where he was born, the beauty of nature. The only thing which hero’s doing is the travel on horses across the small villages in the heart of Russia. You can also appreciate the artistic, colorful and talanted description of all that nature if you will read/listen to this small story.<br />\n\n(Summary written by Yakovlev Valery)</p> |
Russian |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/poezdka-v-polesye-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
tell truth story a trip polesye much complicated philosophical psychological ideas story author another goal describe beauty places born beauty nature thing hero s travel horses across small villages heart russia also appreciate artistic colorful talanted description nature read listen small story br summary written yakovlev valery p |
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252 |
Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories |
Ambrose Bierce |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), satirist, critic, poet, short story writer and journalist. His fiction showed a clean economical style often sprinkled with subtle cynical comments on human behaviour. Nothing is known of his death, as he went missing while an observer with Pancho Villa’s army in 1913/14. <br />\n(Summaries by Peter Yearsley)<br />\n<br />\n<em><b>The Ways of Ghosts</b></em>: Stories of encounters with the ghosts of the dead and dying. The spirits of the dead reach out to the living, to pass on a message or to pursue a killer.<br />\n\n<br />\nContents (with beginning time):\n<ul>\n<li>Present at a Hanging (02:06)\n</li>\n<li>A Cold Greeting (07:07)\n</li>\n<li>A Wireless Message (11:15)\n</li>\n<li>An Arrest (17:04)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><b>Soldier Folk</b></em>: Oddities of death and life; from a man who finds that his death is uncertain, through the effects of war on the family, duty that survives death, to the memory of revenge.<br />\n<br />\nContents (with beginning time):\n\n<ul>\n<li>A Man with Two Lives (00:31)\n</li>\n<li>Three and One are One (06:23)\n</li>\n<li>A Baffled Ambuscade (14:18)\n</li>\n<li>Two Military Executions (19:45)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><b>Some Haunted Houses - Part One</b></em>: Encounters of the living with the spirits of the dead who have been bound into buildings. An old man revenges himself; a journalist investigates a haunted house; and the quivering vine that tangles the face of a deserted home.<br />\n<br />\nContents (with beginning time):\n<ul>\n<li>The Isle of Pines (00:31)\n\n</li>\n<li>A Fruitless Assignment (10:39)\n</li>\n<li>A Vine on a House (17:54)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><b>Some Haunted Houses - Part Two</b></em>: Houses where the living are never seen again, memories of the mortuary live on, and a murdered man wanders through.<br />\n<br /> <br />\nContents (with beginning time):\n<ul>\n<li>At Old Man Eckert’s (00:30)\n</li>\n<li>The Spook House (06:36)\n\n</li>\n<li>The Other Lodgers (16:04)\n</li>\n<li>The Thing at Nolan (21:50)</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><b>Mysterious Disappearances</b></em>: Three short tales of men who have vanished living their ordinary lives, sometimes in full view of witnesses; plus a short, probably fictional, description of a theory to partly explain these events. </p>\n<p>Contents (with beginning time):\n<ul>\n<li>The Difficulty of Crossing a Field (00:32)\n</li>\n<li>An Unfinished Race (05:18)\n</li>\n<li>Charles Ashmore’s Trail (07:50)\n\n</li>\n<li>Science to the Front (12:23)</li>\n</ul> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/present-at-a-hanging-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
p ambrose bierce 1842 1914 satirist critic poet short story writer journalist fiction showed clean economical style often sprinkled subtle cynical comments human behaviour nothing known death went missing observer pancho villa s army 1913 14 br summaries peter yearsley br br em b the ways ghosts b em stories encounters ghosts dead dying spirits dead reach living pass message pursue killer br br contents with beginning time ul li present hanging 02 06 li li a cold greeting 07 07 li li a wireless message 11 15 li li an arrest 17 04 li ul p em b soldier folk b em oddities death life man finds death uncertain effects war family duty survives death memory revenge br br contents with beginning time ul li a man two lives 00 31 li li three one one 06 23 li li a baffled ambuscade 14 18 li li two military executions 19 45 li ul p em b some haunted houses part one b em encounters living spirits dead bound buildings old man revenges himself journalist investigates haunted house quivering vine tangles face deserted home br br contents with beginning time ul li the isle pines 00 31 li li a fruitless assignment 10 39 li li a vine house 17 54 li ul p em b some haunted houses part two b em houses living never seen again memories mortuary live on murdered man wanders through br br br contents with beginning time ul li at old man eckert s 00 30 li li the spook house 06 36 li li the lodgers 16 04 li li the thing nolan 21 50 li ul p em b mysterious disappearances b em three short tales men vanished living ordinary lives sometimes full view witnesses plus short probably fictional description theory partly explain events p p contents with beginning time ul li the difficulty crossing field 00 32 li li an unfinished race 05 18 li li charles ashmore s trail 07 50 li li science front 12 23 li ul |
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Short Poetry Collection 005 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 005: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-005/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 005 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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285 |
Short Poetry Collection 006 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 006: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-006/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 006 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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286 |
Short Poetry Collection 007 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 007: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-007/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 007 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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Pride and Prejudice |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
<p><em>Pride and Prejudice</em> is the most famous of Jane Austen’s novels, and its opening is one of the most famous lines in English literature - “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” Its manuscript was first written between 1796 and 1797, and was initially called <em>First Impressions</em>, but was never published under that title. Following revisions it was published on 28 January 1813 by the same Mr. Egerton of the Military Library, Whitehall, who had brought out <em>Sense and Sensibility</em>. Like both its predecessor and <em>Northanger Abbey</em>, it was written at Steventon Rectory.<br />(Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-by-jane-austen/ |
p em pride prejudice em famous jane austen s novels opening one famous lines english literature it truth universally acknowledged single man possession good fortune must want wife manuscript first written 1796 1797 initially called em first impressions em never published title following revisions published 28 january 1813 mr egerton military library whitehall brought em sense sensibility em like predecessor em northanger abbey em written steventon rectory br summary wikipedia p |
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Pride and Prejudice (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
<p>Jane Austen’s classic novel chronicles the events in the lives of the Bennet family. Take a family with five unmarried daughters and a lack of wealth, throw in a new wealthy neighbor or two, plus a whole regiment of soldiers in town, and add a heaping spoonful of pride and a pinch of prejudice. Mix it all together and you get a story full of tears and laughter, embarrassment and pride, and, of course, love. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-by-jane-austen-solo-project/ |
p jane austen s classic novel chronicles events lives bennet family take family five unmarried daughters lack wealth throw new wealthy neighbor two plus whole regiment soldiers town add heaping spoonful pride pinch prejudice mix together get story full tears laughter embarrassment pride and course love summary annie coleman p |
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255 |
Bible (WEB) 19: Psalms - Selections |
World English Bible |
Poetry, Bibles |
<p>To celebrate Easter, LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of various psalms from the <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/8246">World English Bible</a>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 9th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p>This collection includes: \n<ul>\n<li>Psalm 5</li>\n<li>Psalm 23</li>\n<li>Psalm 27</li>\n<li>Psalm 88</li>\n<li>Psalm 96</li>\n<li>Psalm 98</li>\n<li>Psalm 123</li>\n<li>Psalm 131</li> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-selections-from-the-world-english-bible-translation/ |
p to celebrate easter librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings various psalms a href http www gutenberg org etext 8246 world english bible a weekly poetry project week april 9th 2006 br summary annie coleman p this collection includes ul li psalm 5 li li psalm 23 li li psalm 27 li li psalm 88 li li psalm 96 li li psalm 98 li li psalm 123 li li psalm 131 li |
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Psmith in the City |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>\nMike’s dream of studying and playing cricket at Cambridge are thwarted as his father runs into financial difficulties. Instead, Mike takes on the job of clerk at the “New Asiatic Bank.” Luckily, school friend Psmith, with his boundless optimism and original views, soon joins his department, and together they endeavour to make the best of their new life in London.<br />\n(Summary written by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/psmith-in-the-city-by-pg-wodehouse/ |
p mike s dream studying playing cricket cambridge thwarted father runs financial difficulties instead mike takes job clerk new asiatic bank luckily school friend psmith boundless optimism original views soon joins department together endeavour make best new life london br summary written gesine p |
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257 |
Ragged Dick |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Horatio Alger, Jr. was well known for his best-selling series of books highlighting “the American Dream” of poor boys making good and becoming rich and successful through “luck and pluck”. <i>Ragged Dick</i> was the first in this niche, and follows the adventures of Dick Hunter, a ragged bootblack as he makes the decision to “grow up ’spectable”, and how he goes about achieving his goals through the help of his friends, his inherent honesty, and his belief in hard work and study. (Summary by Alice)</p>\n\n |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/ragged-dick-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
p horatio alger jr well known best selling series books highlighting the american dream poor boys making good becoming rich successful luck pluck i ragged dick i first niche follows adventures dick hunter ragged bootblack makes decision grow spectable goes achieving goals help friends inherent honesty belief hard work study summary alice p |
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Recuerdo |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <em>Recuerdo</em>, by Edna St. Vincent Millay. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 16th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/recuerdo-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
p librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em recuerdo em edna st vincent millay weekly poetry project week july 16th 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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259 |
Richard Cory |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>This was the weekly poetry project for 3 June 2006. Many “character” poems cut straight to the inmost psychology of their subjects, but here, the eponymous Richard Cory with all his wealth and charm is viewed entirely from the outside. Indeed as the poem ends, we realise with an unforgettable shock just how little we, the narrator, or perhaps anyone really knew about him. (Summary by LauraFox)</p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/richard-cory-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
p this weekly poetry project 3 june 2006 many character poems cut straight inmost psychology subjects here eponymous richard cory wealth charm viewed entirely outside indeed poem ends realise unforgettable shock little we narrator perhaps anyone really knew him summary laurafox p |
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273 |
Bible (ASV) 21: Ecclesiastes |
American Standard Version |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<P>Ecclesiastes (or The Preacher) is the twenty-first book of The Bible. The author of this book is unknown but is considered by many biblical scholars to be Solomon.The author describes how all endeavors in life are in vain and a grasping for the wind, since all comes to naught in the end when we return to the dust from whence we came. The generations to come will not remember us. In the end, The Preacher admonishes us that the only purpose for man is to eat, drink and perform his labors under the sun and to do it with happiness and devotion to God.This reading comes from the American Standard Version (ASV) of The Holy Bible. (Summary by Robert Garrison)</p>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiastes-asv-book-21-of-the-holy-scriptures/ |
p ecclesiastes or preacher twenty first book bible author book unknown considered many biblical scholars solomon the author describes endeavors life vain grasping wind since comes naught end return dust whence came generations come remember us end preacher admonishes us purpose man eat drink perform labors sun happiness devotion god this reading comes american standard version asv holy bible summary robert garrison p |
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260 |
Rilla of Ingleside |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Written in 1921, this is the final book in L. M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables series. Set during World War I, it shows the courage and endurance of the sisters, mothers and wives (and brothers and fathers) left to tend the home front. The main focus of the book is on Anne and Gilbert’s youngest daughter, Rilla. (Summary by Karen Savage)</p>\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/" target="_blank">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of Avonlea</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of the Island</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/" target="_blank">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rainbow Valley</a><p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
p written 1921 final book l m montgomery s anne green gables series set world war i shows courage endurance sisters mothers wives and brothers fathers left tend home front main focus book anne gilbert s youngest daughter rilla summary karen savage p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of green gables by lucy maud montgomery 3 target _blank anne green gables a br a href http librivox org anne of avonlea by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne avonlea a br a href http librivox org anne of the island by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne island a br a href http librivox org annes house of dreams by lucy maud montgomery version 2 target _blank anne s house dreams a br a href http librivox org rainbow valley version 2 by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rainbow valley a p |
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261 |
Ghost Story Collection 001 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-001/ |
p a collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded summary peter yearsley p |
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175 |
262 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 006 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox's Short Story Collection 006: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-006/ |
p librivox s short story collection 006 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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176 |
263 |
Life: Poem XXI A Book |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>Poem XXI: "A Book", read by the wonderful podcasters at the <a href="http://podcastersacrossborders.com">Podcasters Across Borders 2006</a> conference, in Kingston, Ontario, June 23-24, 2006.</p>\n<p>Readers:<br>\n1: Andy Doan<br>\n2: Arthur Masters<br>\n3: Bob Goyetche<br>\n4: Ben Kenney<br>\n5: Bruce Murray<br>\n6: Betty Rock<br>\n7: Cat<br>\n8: Cathi Bond<br>\n9: Craig Newell<br>\n10: Charlotte Scott<br>\n11: Dave Delaney<br>\n12: Matt<br>\n13: Dan Meisner<br>\n14: David Newland<br>\n15: Evan Thornton<br>\n16: Hugh McGuire<br>\n17: Isabelle Michaud<br>\n18: Joe Chisholm<br>\n19: John Bignell <br>\n20: Jay Moonah<br>\n21: Julien Smith<br>\n22: Krash Coarse<br>\n23: Leesa Barnes<br>\n24: Maurizio Ortolani<br>\n25: Michael Bhardwaj<br>\n26: Mark Blevis<br>\n27: Matthew Forsythe<br>\n28: Neil Gorman<br>\n29: Nora Young<br>\n30: Sonya Buyting<br>\n31: Samuel Genera<br>\n32: Sylvain Grand-Maison<br>\n33: Sarah McGreggor<br>\n34: Shane<br>\n35: Tim Campbell<br>\n36: Tristan Homer<br>\n37: Tom Luscher<br>\n38: Tod Maffin<br>\n39: Tony Piper<br>\n40: Wendy Elliot<br>\n\n\n</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/life-poem-xxi-a-book-by-emily-dickinson/ |
p poem xxi a book read wonderful podcasters a href http podcastersacrossborders com podcasters across borders 2006 a conference kingston ontario june 23 24 2006 p p readers br 1 andy doan br 2 arthur masters br 3 bob goyetche br 4 ben kenney br 5 bruce murray br 6 betty rock br 7 cat br 8 cathi bond br 9 craig newell br 10 charlotte scott br 11 dave delaney br 12 matt br 13 dan meisner br 14 david newland br 15 evan thornton br 16 hugh mcguire br 17 isabelle michaud br 18 joe chisholm br 19 john bignell br 20 jay moonah br 21 julien smith br 22 krash coarse br 23 leesa barnes br 24 maurizio ortolani br 25 michael bhardwaj br 26 mark blevis br 27 matthew forsythe br 28 neil gorman br 29 nora young br 30 sonya buyting br 31 samuel genera br 32 sylvain grand maison br 33 sarah mcgreggor br 34 shane br 35 tim campbell br 36 tristan homer br 37 tom luscher br 38 tod maffin br 39 tony piper br 40 wendy elliot br p |
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264 |
Lincoln at Cooper Union |
Abraham Lincoln |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>On 27 February 1860, Abraham Lincoln gave this address at the Cooper Union in New York City. When he gave the speech, Lincoln was considered by many to be just a country lawyer. After he gave the speech, he soon became his party's nominee for president.<br />\n(Summary by henkelsc)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/lincoln-at-cooper-union-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
p on 27 february 1860 abraham lincoln gave address cooper union new york city gave speech lincoln considered many country lawyer gave speech soon became party s nominee president br summary henkelsc p |
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265 |
Little Wizard Stories of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The "Little Wizard Stories of Oz" are six short stories written by L. Frank Baum in 1913. By all accounts, Baum intended to finish the Oz series with "The Emerald City of Oz," published in 1910. Following that, he attempted to write non-Oz books, publishing "The Sea Fairies" in 1911 and "Sky Island" in 1912. But, (as Baum himself laments in the prefaces of many of his Oz books,) his "little tyrants" were only interested in hearing more Oz stories. So in 1913, he returned to writing about Oz, putting out both The "Little Wizard Stories" and "The Patchwork Girl of Oz" that year. </p>\n<p>According to <a href="http://www.eskimo.com/~tiktok/faq06.html ">this comprehensive Oz FAQ site</a>, The Little Wizard Stories were geared toward younger children and were originally published separately, "similar in style to today's Little Golden Books." The next year, they were published together as one volume.</p>\n<p> Each Little Wizard Story revolves around the adventures of two famous Oz characters, and their humorous adventures in and around the land of Oz. (Summary by Maddie)\n</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the little wizard stories oz six short stories written l frank baum 1913 accounts baum intended finish oz series the emerald city oz published 1910 following that attempted write non oz books publishing the sea fairies 1911 sky island 1912 but as baum laments prefaces many oz books little tyrants interested hearing oz stories 1913 returned writing oz putting little wizard stories the patchwork girl oz year p p according a href http www eskimo com tiktok faq06 html this comprehensive oz faq site a little wizard stories geared toward younger children originally published separately similar style today s little golden books next year published together one volume p p little wizard story revolves around adventures two famous oz characters humorous adventures around land oz summary maddie p |
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266 |
Long Poems Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox's Long Poems Collection 001: a collection of 5 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.<br />(Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-001/ |
p librivox s long poems collection 001 collection 5 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length br summary alan davis drake p |
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267 |
Long Poems Collection 002 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Long Poems Collection 002: a collection of 7 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-002/ |
p librivox s long poems collection 002 collection 7 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length p |
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274 |
Embankment at Night, before the War: Outcasts |
D. H. Lawrence |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>This was the Weekly Poem for 20 May 2006. We stretched our poetry-reading muscles with five versions of this much longer selection than usual (some 96 lines), in which D.H. Lawrence evokes a gritty yet sensitive picture of urban poverty before the First World War. (Summary by LauraFox)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/embankment-at-night-before-the-war-outcasts-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
p this weekly poem 20 may 2006 stretched poetry reading muscles five versions much longer selection usual some 96 lines d h lawrence evokes gritty yet sensitive picture urban poverty first world war summary laurafox p |
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200 |
287 |
Short Poetry Collection 008 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 008: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-008/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 008 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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268 |
Love Conquers All |
Robert C. Benchley |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Robert Benchley, 1889-1945, was a writer, humorist and actor of note during the 1920s through the early 1940s. Born in Massachusetts, he spent his early literary career in New York City as an editor, critic and columnist for many of the major magazines of the day.</p>\n<p>Along with George Kaufman, Dorothy Parker and Harpo Marx, he was an original "member" of the Algonquin Round Table. His popularity led him to a side career in radio and film, which took him to California in his later years. Writers as diverse as James Thurber, Woody Allen and Dave Barry have credited Benchley as an influence.</p>\n<p><i>Love Conquers All</i>, originally published in 1922 is the second collection (of fifteen) gathering together Benchley's humorous essays and reviews. Some references are dated, of course, but the surreal and mundane targets of Benchley's wit will be familiar to everyone. This volume collects 63 excellent gems from his early professional work, when Benchley's enthusiasm and style were approaching their peak.<br />\n(Summary by Ted Delorme)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/love-conquers-all-by-robert-benchley/ |
p robert benchley 1889 1945 writer humorist actor note 1920s early 1940s born massachusetts spent early literary career new york city editor critic columnist many major magazines day p p along george kaufman dorothy parker harpo marx original member algonquin round table popularity led side career radio film took california later years writers diverse james thurber woody allen dave barry credited benchley influence p p i love conquers all i originally published 1922 second collection of fifteen gathering together benchley s humorous essays reviews references dated course surreal mundane targets benchley s wit familiar everyone volume collects 63 excellent gems early professional work benchley s enthusiasm style approaching peak br summary ted delorme p |
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269 |
Discourse on the Method of Rightly Conducting One’s Reason and of Seeking Truth |
René Descartes |
Medieval |
<p>The Discourse on Method is best known as the source of the famous quotation “cogito ergo sum”, “I think, therefore I am.” …. It is a method which gives a solid platform from which all modern natural sciences could evolve. With this work, the idea of skepticism was revived from the ancients such as Sextus Empiricus and modified to account for a truth that Descartes found to be incontrovertible. Descartes started his line of reasoning by doubting everything, so as to assess the world from a fresh perspective, clear of any preconceived notions.\n(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1637 |
https://librivox.org/discourse-on-the-method-by-rene-descartes/ |
p the discourse method best known source famous quotation cogito ergo sum i think therefore am method gives solid platform modern natural sciences could evolve work idea skepticism revived ancients sextus empiricus modified account truth descartes found incontrovertible descartes started line reasoning doubting everything assess world fresh perspective clear preconceived notions summary wikipedia p |
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Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz was the fourth of 14 Oz books written by L. Frank Baum (1856-1919). Published in 1908, while Baum was resident in Coronado, California, it is considered one of the “darker” of the Oz tales. However, it also is enlivened by Baum’s considerable wit, penchant for puns, and dry social commentary. In this title, Dorothy, her kitten Eureka, Jim, a cab horse, and Zeb, a ranch hand, descend into the earth through a rift opened by an earthquake. There they encounter the “humbug” wizard who once ruled Oz. In their journey back to the earth’s surface, they meet a number of potentially dangerous magical peoples and creatures including the cold-blooded Mangaboos, invisible bears, the flying wooden Gargoyles, a den of dragonettes, and an eccentric inventor. With a little help from Ozma, the group end up in Oz where they are treated to feasts and celebrations. The animals end up humbled by a few of their experiences in Oz, where all animals can talk, and return home a little wiser. (Summary by Judy Bieber)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p dorothy wizard oz fourth 14 oz books written l frank baum 1856 1919 published 1908 baum resident coronado california considered one darker oz tales however also enlivened baum s considerable wit penchant puns dry social commentary title dorothy kitten eureka jim cab horse zeb ranch hand descend earth rift opened earthquake encounter humbug wizard ruled oz journey back earth s surface meet number potentially dangerous magical peoples creatures including cold blooded mangaboos invisible bears flying wooden gargoyles den dragonettes eccentric inventor little help ozma group end oz treated feasts celebrations animals end humbled experiences oz animals talk return home little wiser summary judy bieber p |
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271 |
Dracula |
Bram Stoker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The classic vampire story by Bram Stoker revolves around a struggle between good and evil, tradition and modernity, and lust versus chastity. The author didn’t invent vampires, but his novel has so captured the public’s imagination that he is rightly considered their popularizer. Listen and you will meet not only the Count himself, but heroes Jonathan Harker and Abraham Van Helsing, plus an array of madmen, psychiatrists, and fair maidens who cross paths with the fanged menace. (Summary by Paula)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/dracula-by-bram-stoker/ |
p the classic vampire story bram stoker revolves around struggle good evil tradition modernity lust versus chastity author didn t invent vampires novel captured public s imagination rightly considered popularizer listen meet count himself heroes jonathan harker abraham van helsing plus array madmen psychiatrists fair maidens cross paths fanged menace summary paula p |
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272 |
Early Spring |
Fay Inchfawn |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>The Vernal Equinox signals the time when the winter’s cold mantle begins to succumb to the warming influences of the oncoming spring. Fay Inchfawn (nee Elizabeth Rebecca Ward) took the springtime of 1920 as her inspiration for the bright promise of beauty and new life described in Early Spring. LibriVox volunteers bring you eight different readings of this magical work to celebrate the Vernal Equinox. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 19, 2006.\n(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/early-spring-by-fay-inchfawn/ |
p the vernal equinox signals time winter s cold mantle begins succumb warming influences oncoming spring fay inchfawn nee elizabeth rebecca ward took springtime 1920 inspiration bright promise beauty new life described early spring librivox volunteers bring eight different readings magical work celebrate vernal equinox weekly poetry project week march 19 2006 summary chip p |
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201 |
288 |
Short Poetry Collection 009 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 009: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-009/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 009 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 202 |
202 |
289 |
Short Poetry Collection 010 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 010: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-010/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 010 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 203 |
189 |
276 |
Eve’s Diary |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p> Eve’s Diary is a humorous monologue about Eve’s experiences at the dawn of creation. She is fascinated by every aspect of the new world around her and… Adam! The following is an extract from Adam:\n\n “She is all interest, eagerness, vivacity, the world is to her a charm, a wonder, a mystery, a joy; she can’t speak for delight when she finds a new flower, she must pet it and caress it and smell it and talk to it…. And she is color-mad: brown rocks, yellow sand, gray moss, green foliage, blue sky…none of them is of any practical value, so far as I can see, but because they have color and majesty, that is enough for her, and she loses her mind over them…. If there is anything on the planet that she is not interested in, it is not in my list.”\n\n (Summary by Esther Lockwood) </p> \n\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/eves-diary-by-mark-twain/ |
p eve s diary humorous monologue eve s experiences dawn creation fascinated every aspect new world around and adam following extract adam she interest eagerness vivacity world charm wonder mystery joy can t speak delight finds new flower must pet caress smell talk it color mad brown rocks yellow sand gray moss green foliage blue sky none practical value far see color majesty enough her loses mind them anything planet interested in list summary esther lockwood p |
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Fables for the Frivolous |
Guy Wetmore Carryl |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Single author |
<p>One of the earliest works by the American parodist, Guy Wetmore Carryl, these fables are adapted from Jean de La Fontaine’s original writings. The fables are written in verse, and are light-hearted re-tellings of fables from two centuries before, each ending with a moral and a pun. Among the more celebrated of the fables are The Persevering Tortoise and the Pretentious Hare, The Arrogant Frog and the Superior Bull, and The Sycophantic Fox and the Gullible Raven. (Summary written by Chriss)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/fables-for-the-frivolous-by-guy-wetmore-carryl/ |
p one earliest works american parodist guy wetmore carryl fables adapted jean de la fontaine s original writings fables written verse light hearted re tellings fables two centuries before ending moral pun among celebrated fables persevering tortoise pretentious hare arrogant frog superior bull sycophantic fox gullible raven summary written chriss p |
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Silas Marner |
George Eliot |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Silas Marner (originally published in 1861): Betrayed by a beloved friend and accused of a crime he didn’t commit, awkward Silas Marner is expelled from his beloved religious community — the only community he has ever known. He exiles himself in the remote village of Raveloe. Friendless and without family, set apart from the villagers by their superstition and fear of him, he plies his weaving trade day after day, storing up gold which becomes his idol. When his gold is stolen, he is rescued from despair by the arrival on his lonely hearth of a beautiful little girl, whom he adopts, and through whom he and the other people of the village learn that loving relationships are more fulfilling than material wealth. (Summary by rachelellen)<p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/silas-marner-by-george-eliot/ |
silas marner originally published 1861 betrayed beloved friend accused crime didn t commit awkward silas marner expelled beloved religious community community ever known exiles remote village raveloe friendless without family set apart villagers superstition fear him plies weaving trade day day storing gold becomes idol gold stolen rescued despair arrival lonely hearth beautiful little girl adopts people village learn loving relationships fulfilling material wealth summary rachelellen p |
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Main Street |
Sinclair Lewis |
General Fiction |
Carol Milford is a liberal, free-spirited young woman, reared in the metropolis of Minneapolis. She marries Will Kennicott, a doctor, who is a small-town boy at heart. When they marry, Will convinces her to live in his home-town of Gopher Prairie, Minnesota. Carol is appalled at the backwardness of Gopher Prairie. But her disdain for the town's physical ugliness and smug conservatism compels her to reform it. (Summary from Wikipedia).<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/main-street-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
carol milford liberal free spirited young woman reared metropolis minneapolis marries kennicott doctor small town boy heart marry convinces live home town gopher prairie minnesota carol appalled backwardness gopher prairie disdain town s physical ugliness smug conservatism compels reform it summary wikipedia p |
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280 |
Sayings of Confucius |
Confucius 孔子 |
Ancient |
Promoting virtues such as filial devotion, compassion, loyalty, and propriety, these dialogues between the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius and his disciples comprise the crux of Confucianism. (Summary by Andrea L).\n\n<p><small>A Chinese version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/lun-yu-or-analects-of-confucius-read-in-chinese/">論語 Lún Yǔ (Analects)</a></small></p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-sayings-of-confucius-by-confucius/ |
promoting virtues filial devotion compassion loyalty propriety dialogues ancient chinese philosopher confucius disciples comprise crux confucianism summary andrea l p small a chinese version available a href http librivox org lun yu or analects of confucius read in chinese 論語 lún yǔ analects a small p |
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194 |
281 |
Gerrard Street Mystery and Other Weird Tales |
John Charles Dent |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>John Charles Dent, the author of the following remarkable stories, was born in Kendal, Westmorland, England, in 1841. His parents emigrated to Canada shortly after that event, bringing with them, of course, the youth who was afterwards to become the Canadian author and historian. Mr. Dent received his primary education in Canadian schools, and afterwards studied law, becoming in due course a member of the Upper Canada Bar. He only practised for a few years, then returned to England to pursue a literary career, writing mostly for periodicals. After remaining in England for several years, Mr. Dent and his family moved to Boston, in America, for about two years. But he finally returned to Canada, accepting a journalistic position in Toronto. Mr. Dent proceeded to write 'The Canadian Portrait Gallery', which ran to four large volumes, 'The Last Forty Years: Canada since the Union of 1841', and a 'History of the Rebellion in Upper Canada'.<BR>This collected work of his short fiction, contributed by their author at considerable intervals to different periodicals, was published posthumously. The stories themselves are delightfully anchored in the physical geography of Upper Canada (or in the case of 'Gagtooth's Image', Illinois), and have a mystical and spooky air about them. (Summary by Pipesdreams)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-gerrard-street-mystery-and-other-weird-tales-by-john-charles-dent/ |
p john charles dent author following remarkable stories born kendal westmorland england 1841 parents emigrated canada shortly event bringing them course youth afterwards become canadian author historian mr dent received primary education canadian schools afterwards studied law becoming due course member upper canada bar practised years returned england pursue literary career writing mostly periodicals remaining england several years mr dent family moved boston america two years finally returned canada accepting journalistic position toronto mr dent proceeded write the canadian portrait gallery ran four large volumes the last forty years canada since union 1841 history rebellion upper canada br this collected work short fiction contributed author considerable intervals different periodicals published posthumously stories delightfully anchored physical geography upper canada or case gagtooth s image illinois mystical spooky air them summary pipesdreams p |
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282 |
Insomnia Collection Vol. 003 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Soporific dullness is in the ear of the listener, and what's tedium incarnate to one person will be another person's passion and delight. However, it is hoped that at least one from the range of topics here presented will lull the busy mind to a state of sweet sleep.<br /><br />Introduction by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/insomnia-collection-vol-3/ |
soporific dullness ear listener what s tedium incarnate one person another person s passion delight however hoped least one range topics presented lull busy mind state sweet sleep br br introduction cori samuel p |
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283 |
Short Poetry Collection 004 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 004: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-004/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 004 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 211 |
211 |
298 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 003 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 003: a collection of 20 short fictional works in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-003/ |
p librivox s short story collection 003 collection 20 short fictional works public domain read variety librivox members p |
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299 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 004 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 004: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-004/ |
p librivox s short story collection 004 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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300 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 005 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 005: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-005/ |
p librivox s short story collection 005 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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301 |
Sky Island |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Sky Island (1912) was the second of three titles written by Baum featuring a spunky girl from California, Trot, and her companion, the old sailorman, Cap’n Bill. Baum had hoped to end the Oz series in 1910 and the following year he introduced Trot and Cap’n Bill in The Sea Fairies. In Sky Island, they journey to an island in the sky by means of an enchanted umbrella belonging to Button Bright, a character who first appeared in The Road to Oz (1909). The trio is then captured by the Boolaroo of the Blues, a monarch who is both comical and dangerous, escape to the country of the “Pinks”, and eventually regain the magic umbrella and return back to earth. This is one of Baum’s best fantasy books and contains enough not-so-veiled commentary on race and politics to interest adults as well. However, it (and The Sea Fairies) did not sell as well as the Oz books and Baum resumed writing them in 1913. He subsequently brought Trot and Cap’n Bill to Oz in 1915 in The Scarecrow of Oz.\n(Summary by Judy Bieber)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sky-island-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p sky island 1912 second three titles written baum featuring spunky girl california trot companion old sailorman cap n bill baum hoped end oz series 1910 following year introduced trot cap n bill sea fairies sky island journey island sky means enchanted umbrella belonging button bright character first appeared road oz 1909 trio captured boolaroo blues monarch comical dangerous escape country pinks eventually regain magic umbrella return back earth one baum s best fantasy books contains enough not so veiled commentary race politics interest adults well however and sea fairies sell well oz books baum resumed writing 1913 subsequently brought trot cap n bill oz 1915 scarecrow oz summary judy bieber p |
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302 |
Song (Donne version) |
John Donne |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you seven different readings of the short poem Song by John Donne, a weekly poetry project. Song is a bitter little poem on the falsity of women: search the world for ages, see mythical wonders, but you’ll not find a true woman. Deep hurt is the bane of the loving heart. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-john-donne/ |
p librivox volunteers bring seven different readings short poem song john donne weekly poetry project song bitter little poem falsity women search world ages see mythical wonders you ll find true woman deep hurt bane loving heart summary peter yearsley p |
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On Liberty |
John Stuart Mill |
Philosophy |
Published in 1859, On Liberty details Mill's view that individuals should be left wholly free to engage in any activity, thought or belief that does not harm others. Simple though it sounds, it is a position that challenges our ideas on the very nature of government and society, and sheds light on some of the key issues we face today. A key text of political philosophy, On Liberty has been continuously in print since its first publication. (Summary by David Barnes).<p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/on-liberty-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
published 1859 liberty details mill s view individuals left wholly free engage activity thought belief harm others simple though sounds position challenges ideas nature government society sheds light key issues face today key text political philosophy liberty continuously print since first publication summary david barnes p |
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305 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Judith |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>Judith is the 18th book of the Bible and one of the historical books in the Old Testament. The overall theme is the power of prayer. The Israelites are beseiged by the forces of Holofernes and pray to God to overcome the forces. Judith seduces Holofernes and beheads him in his sleep, when the forces find their leader dead, they flee in battle. The Israelites benefit from their spoils and Judith sings praises to God. (Summary by Sean McKinley)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-judith-douay-rheims-version/ |
p judith 18th book bible one historical books old testament overall theme power prayer israelites beseiged forces holofernes pray god overcome forces judith seduces holofernes beheads sleep forces find leader dead flee battle israelites benefit spoils judith sings praises god summary sean mckinley p |
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Reginald |
Saki |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
Saki (December 18, 1870 - November 14, 1916) was the pen name of the British author Hector Hugh Munro. His witty, biting and occasionally odd short stories satirised Edwardian culture. Saki is considered a master of the short story and has been compared to O. Henry and Dorothy Parker as well as Noel Coward and Oscar Wilde (who clearly influenced Saki.) His first collection of short stories, Reginald, was published by Methuen Press in 1904 though these stories first appeared in the 'Westminster Gazette'. The stories in this collection are a foil for allowing the jaded and insider/outsider figure of Reginald to comment on some ridiculous or provincial attitude prevelant in upperclass Edwardian society, although one can easily recoginize these same attitudes in our society today. Long popular and well known, Saki's brilliant humour is as enjoyable now as it was almost a century ago. (Summary by Jason Xanthopoulos).<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/reginald-by-saki/ |
saki december 18 1870 november 14 1916 pen name british author hector hugh munro witty biting occasionally odd short stories satirised edwardian culture saki considered master short story compared o henry dorothy parker well noel coward oscar wilde who clearly influenced saki first collection short stories reginald published methuen press 1904 though stories first appeared westminster gazette stories collection foil allowing jaded insider outsider figure reginald comment ridiculous provincial attitude prevelant upperclass edwardian society although one easily recoginize attitudes society today long popular well known saki s brilliant humour enjoyable almost century ago summary jason xanthopoulos p |
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896 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 010 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 010: a collection of 10 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-010/ |
librivox s short story collection 010 collection 10 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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Red House Mystery |
A. A. Milne |
Detective Fiction |
<br />Antony Gillingham arrives at the Red House moments after a gunshot is heard. The room is locked, the murderer has disappeared and, in Antony's opinion, the police are going about it the wrong way. Antony, who was looking for a new profession anyway, decides to solve the murder himself, with a little help from his friend Bill. (Summary by Kristin Hughes)<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-house-mystery-by-a-a-milne/ |
br antony gillingham arrives red house moments gunshot heard room locked murderer disappeared and antony s opinion police going wrong way antony looking new profession anyway decides solve murder himself little help friend bill summary kristin hughes br br |
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Roughing It in the Bush |
Susanna Moodie |
Memoirs |
<p>'Roughing It In the Bush' is Susanna Moodie's account of how she coped with the harshness of life in the woods of Upper Canada, as an Englishwoman homesteading abroad. Her narrative was constructed partly as a response to the glowing falsehoods European land-agents were circulating about life in the New World. Her chronicle is frank and humorous, and was a popular sensation at the time of its publication in 1852. (Summary by Moira Fogarty) </p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/roughing-it-in-the-bush-by-susanna-moodie/ |
p roughing bush susanna moodie s account coped harshness life woods upper canada englishwoman homesteading abroad narrative constructed partly response glowing falsehoods european land agents circulating life new world chronicle frank humorous popular sensation time publication 1852 summary moira fogarty p |
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310 |
Faerie Queene Book 1 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>"The First Book of the Faerie Queene Contayning The Legende of the Knight of the Red Crosse or Holinesse".\nThe Faerie Queene was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.(Summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-book-1-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the first book faerie queene contayning legende knight red crosse holinesse faerie queene never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book remains one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period summary annise p |
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Chronicles of Canada Volume 01 - The Dawn of Canadian History: A Chronicle of Aboriginal Canada |
Stephen Leacock |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
This book describes Canada from the beginning of existence to its first European discoverers and includes a brief history of the aboriginal people. These little books were designed to cover Canadian history in a scholarly and readable fashion.<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-of-canadian-history-by-stephen-leacock/ |
book describes canada beginning existence first european discoverers includes brief history aboriginal people little books designed cover canadian history scholarly readable fashion p |
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313 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 02 - Mariner of St. Malo: A Chronicle of the Voyages of Jacques Cartier |
Stephen Leacock |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
Jacques Cartier grew up as a sailor, married well and became an agent of exploration for King Francis I of France. In April, 1534, he sailed for the New World. Before sailing, his men took an oath that they would “behave themselves truly and faithfully in the service of the Most Christian King.” Jacques’ name was made immortal by the faithfulness with which he and his men carried out that oath. Summary from <a href="http://chi.gospelcom.net/morestories/cartier.shtml">Christian History Institute</a>, used with permision.<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-mariner-of-st-malo-a-chronicle-of-the-voyages-of-jacques-cartier/ |
jacques cartier grew sailor married well became agent exploration king francis france april 1534 sailed new world sailing men took oath would behave truly faithfully service christian king jacques name made immortal faithfulness men carried oath summary a href http chi gospelcom net morestories cartier shtml christian history institute a used permision p |
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314 |
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of twelve stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring his famous detective. They were originally published in the Strand Magazine from July 1891 to June 1892. The title character was named after famous American poet Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes/ |
p the adventures sherlock holmes collection twelve stories arthur conan doyle featuring famous detective originally published strand magazine july 1891 june 1892 title character named famous american poet oliver wendell holmes sr summary wikipedia p |
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315 |
Bible (KJV) 19: Psalm 133 |
King James Version (KJV) |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you eight different recordings of Psalm 133, to celebrate <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Nations_Day/">United Nations Day</a>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 22nd, 2006.</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/psalm-133/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eight different recordings psalm 133 celebrate a href http en wikipedia org wiki united_nations_day united nations day a weekly poetry project week october 22nd 2006 p |
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316 |
Our Mutual Friend |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Dickens' last complete novel was published serially 1864-5. It begins with an intriguing fortune offered to John Harmon by his late father, a rich dust contractor, in his will. <br><br>To receive the money, John must marry a certain Bella Wilfer who he does not know from Eve. He is returning from the exile enforced by his father and confides in a ship's mate who attempts to murder him. The mate gets killed instead, leaving one inconvenient corpse. Because John is considered dead (the body is found with his papers), the money passes to Mr Boffin, old Harmon's foreman. Harmon adopts Bella and John comes into his employ disguised as John Rokesmith. Bella does not fall for John but through kindly Boffin's contrivances learns to hate money and fall for her suitor under his false name. Eventually she learns of his true identity as the Boffins had previously, and the villainous one-legged Silas Wegg's plot to blackmail Mr Boffin is brought to light.<br><br> There is also a story running behind the main plot about a certain Eugene Wrayburn and his love for Lizzie Hexam, and his rival's attempt to murder him. The two plots are only really connected through the waterside murders but it allows Dickens to indulge in an extremely socially diverse cast of characters. (Summary written by Alan Chant).<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/our-mutual-friend-by-charles-dickens/ |
dickens last complete novel published serially 1864 5 begins intriguing fortune offered john harmon late father rich dust contractor will br br to receive money john must marry certain bella wilfer know eve returning exile enforced father confides ship s mate attempts murder him mate gets killed instead leaving one inconvenient corpse john considered dead the body found papers money passes mr boffin old harmon s foreman harmon adopts bella john comes employ disguised john rokesmith bella fall john kindly boffin s contrivances learns hate money fall suitor false name eventually learns true identity boffins previously villainous one legged silas wegg s plot blackmail mr boffin brought light br br also story running behind main plot certain eugene wrayburn love lizzie hexam rival s attempt murder him two plots really connected waterside murders allows dickens indulge extremely socially diverse cast characters summary written alan chant p |
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Chronicles of Canada Volume 04 - Jesuit Missions: A Chronicle of the Cross in the Wilderness |
Thomas Guthrie Marquis |
Early Modern |
These little books were designed to cover Canadian history in a scholarly and readable fashion. This volume, as suggested in the title, folows the Jesuit missionaries through North America as they attempt, with little success, to convert the natives of the new world. (Summary by Esther)<p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-jesuit-missions-a-chronicle-of-the-cross-in-the-wilderness/ |
little books designed cover canadian history scholarly readable fashion volume suggested title folows jesuit missionaries north america attempt little success convert natives new world summary esther p |
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317 |
Drei korte verhaole in 't Mestreechs |
Alphonse Olterdissen |
Single Author Collections |
Drei korte verhaole in 't Mestreechs dialek.<br>Eder verhaol gief 'ne klein inziech vaan de gebeurtenisse in Mestreech op 't leste vaan de 19de en 't vreuge begin vaan de 20ste iew.<br>De ierste twie verhaole goon euver de werkmaan en de naobersjap vaan dee tied.<br>Ut derde verhaol geit euver de veranderinge in Mestreech in 't begin vaan de 20ste iew. <br><br>Three short stories in the Maastricht dialect of The Netherlands. Each is a small insight into the going ons in Maastricht in the late 19th and early 20th century. The first two play out in what used to be areas working class quaters and give an insight in the lives of the people at the time. The third talks about the change Maastricht underwent when it stopped being a fortified city and lost most of it’s defenses. Some of which date back to medieval times. Summary by Ans Wink<p> |
Dutch |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/three-short-stories-in-the-maastricht-dialect/ |
drei korte verhaole t mestreechs dialek br eder verhaol gief ne klein inziech vaan de gebeurtenisse mestreech op t leste vaan de 19de en t vreuge begin vaan de 20ste iew br de ierste twie verhaole goon euver de werkmaan en de naobersjap vaan dee tied br ut derde verhaol geit euver de veranderinge mestreech t begin vaan de 20ste iew br br three short stories maastricht dialect netherlands small insight going ons maastricht late 19th early 20th century first two play used areas working class quaters give insight lives people time third talks change maastricht underwent stopped fortified city lost it s defenses date back medieval times summary ans wink p |
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Anne of Green Gables (version 4) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic children’s novel, Anne of Green Gables tells the story of a red headed orphan girl with a personality you can’t help but love. Despite her “tragical” past, Anne’s optimism and imagination have helped her to always see the best in things. Anne’s life changes considerably when she is accidentally adopted by the Cuthberts, a brother and sister who thought they were getting a boy to help out on the farm. The Cuthberts decide Anne will have to be sent back to the orphange but before they know it, she has begun to work her way into their hearts. (Summary by Annie Rothenberg)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-4/ |
p lucy maud montgomery s classic children s novel anne green gables tells story red headed orphan girl personality can t help love despite tragical past anne s optimism imagination helped always see best things anne s life changes considerably accidentally adopted cuthberts brother sister thought getting boy help farm cuthberts decide anne sent back orphange know it begun work way hearts summary annie rothenberg p |
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History of Holland |
George Edmundson |
*Non-fiction, History |
The title, "History of Holland," given to this volume is fully justified by the predominant part which the great maritime province of Holland took in the War of Independence and throughout the whole of the subsequent history of the Dutch state and people.(Summary from book prologue)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-holland/ |
title history holland given volume fully justified predominant part great maritime province holland took war independence throughout whole subsequent history dutch state people summary book prologue p |
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230 |
320 |
Denslow's Three Bears |
W. W. Denslow |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
This version of the classic tale of the three bears has a heroine named Golden Hair. The jolly bears, instead of chasing her away from their home, come to live with her at Grandmother's house. The recording can be enjoyed by itself, or you can read along with the Library of Congress facsimile version from the International Children's Digital Library: <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/LinkToBook?bookid=denthre_00150032〈=English">Here.</a><p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/three-bears-by-w-w-denslow/ |
version classic tale three bears heroine named golden hair jolly bears instead chasing away home come live grandmother s house recording enjoyed itself read along library congress facsimile version international children s digital library a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl linktobook bookid denthre_00150032 english here a p |
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321 |
Story of the Three Little Pigs |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This version of the classic tale of the three pigs, their houses and a wolf, published in 1904, has a new twist in its second half. This recording can be enjoyed by itself, or you can read along with the Library of Congress facsimile version from the International Children's Digital Library: <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/LinkToBook?bookid=___stor_00150083&lang=English">Here</a>.<p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/three-little-pigs-by-l-leslie-brooke/ |
version classic tale three pigs houses wolf published 1904 new twist second half recording enjoyed itself read along library congress facsimile version international children s digital library a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl linktobook bookid ___stor_00150083 lang english here a p |
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322 |
Ghost Story Collection 002 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-002/ |
collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded p |
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Lost World |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Lost World is a 1912 novel by Arthur Conan Doyle concerning an expedition to a plateau (native name is Tepuyes) in South America (Venezuela) where prehistoric animals (dinosaurs and other extinct creatures) still survive. The character of Professor Challenger was introduced in this book. Interestingly, for a seminal work of dinosaur-related fiction, the reptiles only occupy a small portion of the narrative. Much more time is devoted to a war between early human hominids and a vicious tribe of ape-like creatures. (summary by wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-world/ |
lost world 1912 novel arthur conan doyle concerning expedition plateau native name tepuyes south america venezuela prehistoric animals dinosaurs extinct creatures still survive character professor challenger introduced book interestingly seminal work dinosaur related fiction reptiles occupy small portion narrative much time devoted war early human hominids vicious tribe ape like creatures summary wikipedia p |
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531 |
Spring and Fall |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you eleven different recordings of <em>Spring and Fall</em>, by Gerard Manley Hopkins. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 12th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/spring-and-fall-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eleven different recordings em spring fall em gerard manley hopkins weekly poetry project week november 12th 2006 p |
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Bible (WEB) NT 04: John |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
The book of John stands out among the Biblical writings about Jesus as an eloquent depiction of his deity, composed in detailed and elegant prose. It's believed to have been written by the apostle John near the end of the first century A.D.\n\nThe World English Bible is a new public-domain translation, retaining the accuracy and beauty of previous translations as well as of the original languages, while achieving a remarkable level of accessibility to modern readers. Summary by Rachelellen<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-john/ |
book john stands among biblical writings jesus eloquent depiction deity composed detailed elegant prose believed written apostle john near end first century a d world english bible new public domain translation retaining accuracy beauty previous translations well original languages achieving remarkable level accessibility modern readers summary rachelellen p |
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Bible (KJV) NT 26: Jude |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Epistle of Jude is a brief book of only a single chapter with 25 verses. It is a general epistle, that is, a letter meant to be circulated and read in all the early Christian churches. Although brief, the content of the book is dense. Many examples of evildoers and strong warnings about their fates are given in rapid succession. The dispute over the body of Moses and the prophecies of Enoch are mentioned in no other book in the Bible. The doxology, or hymn of praise, at the end of the book is particularly beautiful. Summary by Susan Denney.<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-jude-kjv-2/ |
epistle jude brief book single chapter 25 verses general epistle is letter meant circulated read early christian churches although brief content book dense many examples evildoers strong warnings fates given rapid succession dispute body moses prophecies enoch mentioned book bible doxology hymn praise end book particularly beautiful summary susan denney p |
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Bible (KJV) NT 20: James |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The writer of this letter instructs the early Christians on the value of showing patience, controlling an unruly tongue and treating all people with kindness without respect to their social position. It also provides the basis for the practice of blessing the sick with an anointing of oil. The book has been historically controversial because of its teaching that both faith and works are necessary to salvation. The great promise in the book is that those who are honestly seeking wisdom may receive it by asking for divine help. Summary by Susan Denney<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-james-kjv/ |
writer letter instructs early christians value showing patience controlling unruly tongue treating people kindness without respect social position also provides basis practice blessing sick anointing oil book historically controversial teaching faith works necessary salvation great promise book honestly seeking wisdom may receive asking divine help summary susan denney p |
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Rainbow Valley |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Family Life |
Rainbow Valley, the seventh book in the Anne of Green Gables series explores the world of Anne & Gilbert’s six children along with the exploits of the Merediths, the children of the town’s new minister. With no mother and an absent-minded father, the Meredith children are not being properly brought up. This leads to their many adventures causing the ladies of the town to gossip, risking their father's job. These kind-hearted, but misguided children fumble their way through bringing themselves up, and learn about life and love along the way. Summary by Robin Cotter<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/rainbow-valley/ |
rainbow valley seventh book anne green gables series explores world anne gilbert s six children along exploits merediths children town s new minister mother absent minded father meredith children properly brought up leads many adventures causing ladies town gossip risking father s job kind hearted misguided children fumble way bringing up learn life love along way summary robin cotter p |
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332 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
The timeless story of the Wizard Of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she leaves Kansas for Oz on a cyclone. She meets many strange, and wonderful people and creatures along the way. Enjoy it again with your children and family.<BR>\nL. Frank Baum's classic story that has made pop culture status. Summary by J. Hall.<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz/ |
timeless story wizard oz follow dorothy leaves kansas oz cyclone meets many strange wonderful people creatures along way enjoy children family br l frank baum s classic story made pop culture status summary j hall p |
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239 |
333 |
Spoon River Anthology |
Edgar Lee Masters |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems, in the form of an entire community speaking from beyond the grave about their lives, and, in some cases, gossiping about their neighbors' lives. It's interesting to hear how other people perceive a particular character, and how that character responds.<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/spoon-river-anthology-by-edgar-lee-masters/ |
collection poems form entire community speaking beyond grave lives and cases gossiping neighbors lives interesting hear people perceive particular character character responds p |
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240 |
334 |
Cow |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you fourteen different readings of Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Cow, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-cow-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring fourteen different readings robert louis stevenson s cow weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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241 |
335 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 007 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 007: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivoxs-short-story-collection-007/ |
p librivox s short story collection 007 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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344 |
Card |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
<p> The ‘Card’ in question is Edward Henry Machin - His mother called him ‘Denry’. This light-hearted story is of his rise from humble beginnings as the son of a washerwoman and sempstress in the last quarter of the nineteenth century, in the pottery towns (which Arnold Bennett christened ‘The Five Towns’) of the English Midlands; how, by his own wits, enterprise and ‘nerve’ he rose to wealth, married bliss and public recognition as the youngest-ever mayor of his home town.\n\n <br><br>“’And yet,’ demanded Councillor Barlow, ‘what’s he done? What great cause is he identified with?’\n <br>‘He’s identified,’ said the speaker, ‘with the great cause of cheering us all up’.” (summary by Andy Minter)\n </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-card-by-arnold-bennett/ |
p card question edward henry machin mother called denry light hearted story rise humble beginnings son washerwoman sempstress last quarter nineteenth century pottery towns which arnold bennett christened the five towns english midlands how wits enterprise nerve rose wealth married bliss public recognition youngest ever mayor home town br br and yet demanded councillor barlow what s done great cause identified with br he s identified said speaker with great cause cheering us up summary andy minter p |
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Diary of a Nobody |
George Grossmith |
Humorous Fiction |
The Diary of a Nobody is the fictitious record of fifteen months in the life of Charles Pooter, his family, friends and small circle of acquaintances. It first appeared, serialised in Punch magazine and might be regarded as the first ‘blog’; being a record of the simplicities and humiliations in the life of this mundane, but upright, city clerk, who had an incontestable faith that a record of his daily life was worth preserving for posterity.<br />\nSet in about 1891 in Holloway, which was then a typical suburb of the impecuniously respectable kind, the authors contrive a record of the manners, customs and experiences of the late Victorian era. The bare record of facts, simply recorded, manages to be humorous rather than dull, no doubt because of the usual occupations of the authors.<br />\nGeorge Grossmith (1847-1912) was an actor and comedian.<br />\nWeedon Grossmith (1852-1919) was an entertainer and illustrated the original work.<br />\n(Summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-a-nobody-by-george-weedon-grossmith/ |
diary nobody fictitious record fifteen months life charles pooter family friends small circle acquaintances first appeared serialised punch magazine might regarded first blog record simplicities humiliations life mundane upright city clerk incontestable faith record daily life worth preserving posterity br set 1891 holloway typical suburb impecuniously respectable kind authors contrive record manners customs experiences late victorian era bare record facts simply recorded manages humorous rather dull doubt usual occupations authors br george grossmith 1847 1912 actor comedian br weedon grossmith 1852 1919 entertainer illustrated original work br summary martin clifton p |
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Emerald City of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
The Emerald City of Oz (1910) was the sixth Oz book written by L. Frank Baum, a title he hoped would be the last. In this book, Dorothy and her impoverished Uncle Henry and Aunt Em are on the brink of losing their Kansas farm. Consequently, Ozma invites them all to live in the Emerald City. They then explore the countryside, visiting a series of strange beings including the Cuttenclips, the Fuddles, the Rigmaroles, the Flutterbudgets, and the residents of Utensia, Bunbury and Bunnybury. Aunt Em and Uncle Henry also meet old friends like the Wizard, the Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, Jack Pumpkinhead and H. M. Wogglebug T. E. The travelers’ idyll is brought short by the plot of an old enemy, the Nome King. Seeking revenge for the loss of his magic belt, the Nome King has an underground tunnel built so he can invade and plunder Oz and enslave its peoples. Our friends manage to defeat the Nome King and his allies, but sobered by this threat, Glinda and Ozma decide to cut off Oz from the outside world forever. Happily for Oz fans, forever lasted only three years. Baum invented a way to reopen communications with Oz and eight more Oz books were published between 1913-1920. (Summary by Judy Bieber)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-emerald-city-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
emerald city oz 1910 sixth oz book written l frank baum title hoped would last book dorothy impoverished uncle henry aunt em brink losing kansas farm consequently ozma invites live emerald city explore countryside visiting series strange beings including cuttenclips fuddles rigmaroles flutterbudgets residents utensia bunbury bunnybury aunt em uncle henry also meet old friends like wizard cowardly lion hungry tiger scarecrow tin woodman jack pumpkinhead h m wogglebug t e travelers idyll brought short plot old enemy nome king seeking revenge loss magic belt nome king underground tunnel built invade plunder oz enslave peoples friends manage defeat nome king allies sobered threat glinda ozma decide cut oz outside world forever happily oz fans forever lasted three years baum invented way reopen communications oz eight oz books published 1913 1920 summary judy bieber p |
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Flag Goes By |
Henry Holcomb Bennett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In celebration of Independence Day in the United States, 2006, LibriVox volunteers bring you ten different recordings of <em>The Flag Goes By</em> by Henry Holcomb Bennett. This was the Weekly Poetry project for the week of July 2nd, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-flag-goes-by-by-henry-holcomb-bennett/ |
celebration independence day united states 2006 librivox volunteers bring ten different recordings em the flag goes by em henry holcomb bennett weekly poetry project week july 2nd 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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Enchanted Island of Yew |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
A fairy has become bored with her life, and convinces some young girls to transform her into a human boy so she can go on adventures. The adventures come fast and furious, as the newly-named Prince Marvel explores the surrounding kingdoms. A masochistic squire accompanies Marvel, helping him with assorted kings, knights, dragons, and other medieval menaces along the way. (Summary by Ted Delorme)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-island-of-yew-by-l-frank-baum/ |
fairy become bored life convinces young girls transform human boy go adventures adventures come fast furious newly named prince marvel explores surrounding kingdoms masochistic squire accompanies marvel helping assorted kings knights dragons medieval menaces along way summary ted delorme p |
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Poems of Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Robert Bridges |
Poetry |
Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844–89) was an English poet, educated at Oxford. Entering the Roman Catholic Church in 1866 and the Jesuit novitiate in 1868, he was ordained in 1877. Upon becoming a Jesuit he burned much of his early verse and abandoned the writing of poetry. However, the sinking in 1875 of a German ship carrying five Franciscan nuns, exiles from Germany, inspired him to write one of his most impressive poems “The Wreck of the Deutschland.” Thereafter he produced his best poetry, including “God’s Grandeur,” “The Windhover,” “The Leaden Echo,” and “The Golden Echo.” (Summary by Bartleby)<br />Editor: Robert S. Bridges (1844-1930)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
gerard manley hopkins 1844 89 english poet educated oxford entering roman catholic church 1866 jesuit novitiate 1868 ordained 1877 upon becoming jesuit burned much early verse abandoned writing poetry however sinking 1875 german ship carrying five franciscan nuns exiles germany inspired write one impressive poems the wreck deutschland thereafter produced best poetry including god s grandeur the windhover the leaden echo the golden echo summary bartleby br editor robert s bridges 1844 1930 p |
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Canterbury Tales |
Geoffrey Chaucer |
Historical Fiction |
<p>The Canterbury Tales is a collection of stories written in Middle English by Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century (two of them in prose, the rest in verse). The tales, some of which are originals and others not, are contained inside a frame tale and told by a group of pilgrims on their way from Southwark to Canterbury to visit the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral.<br><br>\nThe themes of the tales vary, and include topics such as courtly love, treachery, and avarice. The genres also vary, and include romance, Breton lai, sermon, beast fable, and fabliau. The characters, introduced in the General Prologue of the book, tell tales of great cultural relevance.\nThe version read here was edited by D. Laing Purves (1838-1873) “for popular perusal” and the language is mostly updated.\n(Summary by Wikipedia/Gesine)</p>\n\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-canterbury-tales-by-geoffrey-chaucer/ |
p the canterbury tales collection stories written middle english geoffrey chaucer 14th century two prose rest verse tales originals others not contained inside frame tale told group pilgrims way southwark canterbury visit shrine saint thomas becket canterbury cathedral br br themes tales vary include topics courtly love treachery avarice genres also vary include romance breton lai sermon beast fable fabliau characters introduced general prologue book tell tales great cultural relevance version read edited d laing purves 1838 1873 for popular perusal language mostly updated summary wikipedia gesine p |
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To My Grandmother |
Frederick Locker-Lampson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you four different recordings of <em>To My Grandmother</em>, by Frederick Locker-Lampson, in honor of Grandparents' Day. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 10th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/to-my-grandmother-by-frederick-locker-lampson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring four different recordings em to grandmother em frederick locker lampson honor grandparents day weekly poetry project week september 10th 2006 p |
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Volume 01 |
United Nations |
*Non-fiction, Contemporary |
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was ratified in 1948 by the United Nations General Assembly. It defines the fundamental rights of individuals, and exhorts all governments to protect these rights. The UN has translated the document into over three hundred languages and dialects. This audiobook includes readings in 21 languages, by LibriVox volunteers. (summary by David Barnes)<br><br>\n\nSection 14 was recorded by Jennifer Larson<br>\nSection 22 was recorded by Jacek Wojski |
Multilingual |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/the-universal-declaration-of-human-rights-by-the-united-nations/ |
universal declaration human rights ratified 1948 united nations general assembly defines fundamental rights individuals exhorts governments protect rights un translated document three hundred languages dialects audiobook includes readings 21 languages librivox volunteers summary david barnes br br section 14 recorded jennifer larson br section 22 recorded jacek wojski |
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Hamlet |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Hamlet is commonly regarded as one of the greatest plays ever written. Drawing on Danish chronicles and the Elizabethan vogue for revenge tragedy, Shakespeare created a play that is at once a philosophic treatise, a family drama, and a supernatural thriller. In the wake of his father's death, Prince Hamlet finds that his Uncle Claudius has swiftly taken the throne and married his mother, Queen Gertrude. The ghost of the dead king then appears and charges Claudius with 'murder most foul.' Hamlet is called to revenge his father's death: but will he be able to act before it is too late? <br /><br /><b>Cast:</b><br />\nClaudius, King of Denmark - <a href="http://michael.sirois.com/">Michael Sirois</a><br />\nGertrude, Queen of Denmark, and Mother of Hamlet - <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nGhost Of Hamlet, the Late King of Denmark - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2014">dolohov</a><br />\nHamlet, Son to the former, and Nephew to the present King - <a href="http://www.johngon.com/">John Gonzalez</a><br />\nPolonius, Lord Chamberlain - <a href="http://timberdine.co.uk/">Andy Minter</a><br />\nLaertes, Son to Polonius - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nOphelia, Daughter to Polonius - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nReynaldo, Servant to Polonius - <a href="http://www.tomnjess.com/">Thomas Wells</a><br />\nHoratio, Friend to Hamlet - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nRosencrantz, Courtier - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br />\nGuildenstern, Courtier - <a href="http://www.karenrsavage.com/blog/">Karen Savage</a><br />\nFrancisco, a Soldier - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a><br />\nBernardo, Officer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O’Connell</a><br />\nMarcellus, Officer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/364">Jordan Mueller</a><br />\nVoltimand, Courtier - <a href="http://www.tomnjess.com/">Thomas Wells</a><br />\nOsric, Courtier - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2015">allex</a><br />\nA Gentleman, Courtier - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/55">David Jaquay</a><br />\nAnother Gentleman - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nClown One, Grave-digger - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/113">Brennan Holtzclaw</a><br />\nClown Two, Grave-digger - <a href="http://web.mac.com/xrystabelle/Nowak_News/Christies_World/Christies_World.html">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nA Priest - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1034">Kevin O’Coin</a><br />\nFortinbras, Prince of Norway - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nA Captain & his Army - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a><br />\nEnglish Ambassador - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a><br />\nFirst Player - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nPlayer King - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nPlayer Queen - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a><br />\nPlayer Lucianus - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2015">allex</a><br />\nGroup Of Danes - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br />\nLord - <a href="http://www.laurentunnell.com/">LaurenT</a><br />\nServant - <a href="http://web.mac.com/xrystabelle/Nowak_News/Christies_World/Christies_World.html">Christie Nowak</a><br /><br />\nStage Direction - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nEditors - mb & Jc Guan<br />\nDedicated Proof-Listeners - Elizabeth Klett & mb<br />\nBook Coordinators - J.C., Scott Sherris, Jc Guan, Elizabeth Klett & mb |
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1602 |
https://librivox.org/hamlet-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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Twelfth Night |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Hidden and mistaken identities, requited and unrequited loves, pranks and jokes abound in this romantic comedy. (Summary by Karen Savage)<br /><br /><b>Cast:</b><br />\nOrsino, Duke of Illyria - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1482">Joshua B. Christensen</a><br />\nSebastian - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1421">Madame Tusk</a><br />\nAntonio, a Sea Captain, friend to Sebastian - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/254">Alan Davis Drake</a><br />\nA Sea Captain - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br />\nValentine, a gentleman attending on the Duke - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/474">Zachary Brewster-Geisz</a><br />\nCurio, a gentleman attending on the Duke - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/198">Heather Barnett</a><br />\nSir Toby Belch, uncle to Olivia - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/254">Alan Davis Drake</a><br />\nSir Andrew Aguecheek - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nMalvolio, steward to Olivia - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/25">John Gonzalez</a><br />\nFabian, servant to Olivia - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1087">James Rye</a><br />\nFeste the Clown - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><br />\nOlivia, a rich Countess - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nViola - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br />\nMaria, Olivia’s waiting woman - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nServant - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><br />\nPriest - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">J.C.</a><br />\nFirst Officer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/84">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nSecond Officer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nNarrator - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a></p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/twelfth-night-by-william-shakespeare/ |
hidden mistaken identities requited unrequited loves pranks jokes abound romantic comedy summary karen savage br br b cast b br orsino duke illyria a href http librivox org reader 1482 joshua b christensen a br sebastian a href http librivox org reader 1421 madame tusk a br antonio sea captain friend sebastian a href http librivox org reader 254 alan davis drake a br sea captain a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br valentine gentleman attending duke a href http librivox org reader 474 zachary brewster geisz a br curio gentleman attending duke a href http librivox org reader 198 heather barnett a br sir toby belch uncle olivia a href http librivox org reader 254 alan davis drake a br sir andrew aguecheek a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br malvolio steward olivia a href http librivox org reader 25 john gonzalez a br fabian servant olivia a href http librivox org reader 1087 james rye a br feste clown a href http librivox org reader 1154 larysa jaworski a br olivia rich countess a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br viola a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br maria olivia s waiting woman a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br servant a href http librivox org reader 1154 larysa jaworski a br priest a href http librivox org reader 1474 j c a br first officer a href http librivox org reader 84 christie nowak a br second officer a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a p |
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Pirates of Penzance |
W. S. Gilbert |
Humorous Fiction, Romance, *Non-fiction |
The Pirates of Penzance; or, The Slave of Duty is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. The story concerns Frederic, who, having completed his 21st year, is released from his apprenticeship to a band of tender-hearted pirates. He meets Mabel, the daughter of Major-General Stanley, and the two young people fall instantly in love. Frederic finds out, however, that he was born on 29 February, and so, technically, he only has a birthday each leap year. His apprenticeship indentures state that he remains apprenticed to the pirates until his 21st birthday, and so he must serve for another 63 years. Bound by his own sense of duty, Frederic's only solace is that Mabel agrees to wait for him faithfully. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p><strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2506">Julie VW</a><br />\nFrederic: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br />\nPirate King: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nSamuel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br />\nRuth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br />\nMajor-General Stanley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2768">Kevin S. Mellis</a><br />\nMabel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/83">Catherine Eastman</a><br />\nEdith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br />\nKate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br />\nIsabel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/77">JemmaBlythe</a><br />\nSergeant of Police: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br />\nChorus:<ul><li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/66">Alex Foster</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/83">Catherine Eastman</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6529">Fred DeBerardinis</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4812">Helen Song</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4811">Jane Smith</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/77">JemmaBlythe</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br /></li>\n<li><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br /></li>\n</ul> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirates-of-penzance-by-william-s-gilbert-and-sir-arthur-sullivan/ |
pirates penzance or slave duty comic opera two acts music arthur sullivan libretto w s gilbert story concerns frederic who completed 21st year released apprenticeship band tender hearted pirates meets mabel daughter major general stanley two young people fall instantly love frederic finds out however born 29 february so technically birthday leap year apprenticeship indentures state remains apprenticed pirates 21st birthday must serve another 63 years bound sense duty frederic s solace mabel agrees wait faithfully summary wikipedia p strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2506 julie vw a br frederic a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br pirate king a href http librivox org reader 4698 stephenc a br samuel a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br ruth a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br major general stanley a href http librivox org reader 2768 kevin s mellis a br mabel a href http librivox org reader 83 catherine eastman a br edith a href http librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a br kate a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br isabel a href http librivox org reader 77 jemmablythe a br sergeant police a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br chorus ul li a href http librivox org reader 66 alex foster a br li li a href http librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a br li li a href http librivox org reader 83 catherine eastman a br li li a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br li li a href http librivox org reader 6529 fred deberardinis a br li li a href http librivox org reader 4812 helen song a br li li a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a br li li a href http librivox org reader 4811 jane smith a br li li a href http librivox org reader 77 jemmablythe a br li li a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br li li a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br li li a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br li li a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br li li a href http librivox org reader 4698 stephenc a br li li a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br li ul |
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Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses |
Andrew Murray |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
This is a series of short messages written by the South African minister, Andrew Murray. They deal with the necessity and joy of surrendering our lives completely to God.\n(Summary written by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/absolute-surrender-by-andrew-murray/ |
series short messages written south african minister andrew murray deal necessity joy surrendering lives completely god summary written joy chan p |
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Adventures of Pinocchio |
Carlo Collodi |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Adventures of Pinocchio is a novel for children by Italian author Carlo Collodi (here transl. by Carol della Chiesa). The first half was published in serial form between 1881 and 1883, and then completed as a book for children in February 1883. It is about the mischievous adventures of Pinocchio, an animated marionette, and his poor father, a woodcarver named Geppetto. It is considered a classic of children’s literature and has spawned many derivative works of art, such as Disney’s classic 1940 animated movie of the same name, and commonplace ideas, such as a liar’s long nose.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-pinocchio-by-c-collodi/ |
adventures pinocchio novel children italian author carlo collodi here transl carol della chiesa first half published serial form 1881 1883 completed book children february 1883 mischievous adventures pinocchio animated marionette poor father woodcarver named geppetto considered classic children s literature spawned many derivative works art disney s classic 1940 animated movie name commonplace ideas liar s long nose summary wikipedia p |
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Spiegel des Cyprianus |
Theodor Storm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Eine traurige Geschichte über böse und gute Stiefmütter und einen magischen Spiegel. (Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/der-spiegel-des-cyprianus-by-theodor-storm/ |
eine traurige geschichte über böse und gute stiefmütter und einen magischen spiegel summary hokuspokus p |
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Little Lame Prince |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Paralyzed in an accident while a baby, young Prince Dolor is imprisoned in a lonely tower by his usurping uncle. He is visited by his mysterious godmother who provides him with magical gifts, including a travelling cloak that allows him to fly across the land. He uses his gifts to return to his rightful place on the throne. Also included are several short stories by the author also featuring princes. (Chapters 12-15) (Summary by Alys)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-lame-prince-by-miss-mulock/ |
p paralyzed accident baby young prince dolor imprisoned lonely tower usurping uncle visited mysterious godmother provides magical gifts including travelling cloak allows fly across land uses gifts return rightful place throne also included several short stories author also featuring princes chapters 12 15 summary alys p |
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 01 (Fables 1-25) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 1 of 12. (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-1-fables-1-25/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 1 12 summary chip p |
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Man Who Knew Too Much |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874-1936) was an influential and prolific English writer of the early 20th century. He was a journalist, a poet and a novelist. He wrote 80 books and 200 short stories in addition to his other work. He is perhaps best remembered for his ‘Father Brown’ stories; two collections of which are available at Librivox.org.\n‘The Man Who Knew Too Much’ has some similarities to the Father Brown stories: Horne Fisher the eponymous hero is connected and indeed related to many of the high-ranking politicians of his age and thus ‘knows too much’ about the background of the mysteries in which he becomes embroiled and which he unravels. (Summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-knew-too-much-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p gilbert keith chesterton 1874 1936 influential prolific english writer early 20th century journalist poet novelist wrote 80 books 200 short stories addition work perhaps best remembered father brown stories two collections available librivox org the man knew much similarities father brown stories horne fisher eponymous hero connected indeed related many high ranking politicians age thus knows much background mysteries becomes embroiled unravels summary martin clifton p |
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Marvelous Land of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Marvelous Land of Oz is the second of the Oz books. It follows the adventures of the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman and Tip. The Emerald City has been taken over by the Army of Revolt, and our adventurous friends need the help of Glinda the Good to return it to its rightful ruler.<br />(Summary by Paul Harvey)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the marvelous land oz second oz books follows adventures scarecrow tin woodman tip emerald city taken army revolt adventurous friends need help glinda good return rightful ruler br summary paul harvey p |
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 10 (Fables 226-250) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 10 of 12.\n(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-10-fables-226-250/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 10 12 summary chip p |
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 11 (Fables 251-275) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 11 of 12.\n(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-11-fables-251-275/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 11 12 summary chip p |
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Open Library |
Brewster Kahle |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>\nText of the speech given by Brewster Kahle, founder of the <a href="http://www.archive.org/">Internet Archive</a>, at the launch of the <a href="http://openlibrary.org/">Open Library</a> in October 2005. LibriVox was invited to the launch, and produced audio recordings for "An International Episode," and "Old Christmas," two of the first books scanned into the Open Library collection. (Summary by Hugh)</p> |
English |
2005 |
https://librivox.org/the-open-library-by-brewster-kahle/ |
p text speech given brewster kahle founder a href http www archive org internet archive a launch a href http openlibrary org open library a october 2005 librivox invited launch produced audio recordings an international episode old christmas two first books scanned open library collection summary hugh p |
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 12 (Fables 276-284) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 12 of 12.\n(Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-12-fables-276-284/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 12 12 summary chip p |
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Voice of the Ancient Bard |
William Blake |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you six different readings of <em>The Voice of the Ancient Bard</em>, by William Blake. This is a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/voice-of-the-ancient-bard-by-william-blake/ |
p librivox volunteers bring six different readings em the voice ancient bard em william blake weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 02 (Fables 26-50) |
Aesop |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
<p>Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 2 of 12. (Summary by ChipDoc)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-volume-2-fables-26-50/ |
p dating back 6th century bc aesop s fables tell universal truths use simple allegories easily understood though almost nothing known aesop himself scholars question whether existed all stories stand timeless classics known almost every culture world volume 2 12 summary chipdoc p |
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Owl and the Pussycat |
Edward Lear |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>Librivox's weekly poetry project for the week of January 22, 2006: <em>The Owl and the Pussycat</em> is a famous nonsense poem by Edward Lear, first published in 1871. Its most notable feature is the introduction of the runcible spoon.<br />\n(Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-owl-and-the-pussycat-by-edward-lear/ |
p librivox s weekly poetry project week january 22 2006 em the owl pussycat em famous nonsense poem edward lear first published 1871 notable feature introduction runcible spoon br summary wikipedia org p |
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Uncle Remus |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Animals & Nature |
<p> Many readers will already be familiar with Uncle Remus’ favorite animal characters – Br’er Rabbit and Br’er Fox among them – and some of the popular tales concerning them. (To this day, “tar baby” as an expression for a particularly sticky situation that is almost impossible to solve, has passed into the English language and common use.) Even people who have never read any of these tales will know exactly why you don’t throw a rabbit into a briar patch, mainly because Walt Disney produced his first movie ever to use professional actors with animation, called “Song of the South”, based on the Uncle Remus tales.<p>\n\n Joel Chandler Harris, a newsman in Georgia, grew up listening to folktales told by the local black population. Later, he published his version of these tales in a series of stories printed in the “Atlanta Constitution.” The tales of, and by, Harris’ chief character Uncle Remus, an old black man scrabbling to make his living in the post-Civil War South, were extremely popular and widely read. Harris’ use of innovative spelling to give the reader a sense of the black dialect was considered novel.\n\n While this is not a book that will pass a current political correctness test, due to its use of labels for black folks which have gone out of polite conversation, Uncle Remus is a largely sympathetic look at post-war plantation life. Uncle Remus himself is a warm, folksy man of good humor and dry wit, and after finishing his animal stories, the remaining sayings and tales are a moment of history frozen in amber. (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-remus-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
p many readers already familiar uncle remus favorite animal characters br er rabbit br er fox among popular tales concerning them to day tar baby expression particularly sticky situation almost impossible solve passed english language common use even people never read tales know exactly don t throw rabbit briar patch mainly walt disney produced first movie ever use professional actors animation called song south based uncle remus tales p joel chandler harris newsman georgia grew listening folktales told local black population later published version tales series stories printed atlanta constitution tales of by harris chief character uncle remus old black man scrabbling make living post civil war south extremely popular widely read harris use innovative spelling give reader sense black dialect considered novel book pass current political correctness test due use labels black folks gone polite conversation uncle remus largely sympathetic look post war plantation life uncle remus warm folksy man good humor dry wit finishing animal stories remaining sayings tales moment history frozen amber summary mark p |
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Parenticide Club |
Ambrose Bierce |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>\nAmbrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), best known as journalist, satirist and short story writer. Cynical in outlook, economical in style; Bierce vanished while an observer with Pancho Villa's army.</p>\n<p>Four grotesque short stories about murder within the family, seen through the gently innocent eyes of family members ... usually the murderer himself.<br />\n(Summary written by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-parenticide-club-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
p ambrose bierce 1842 1914 best known journalist satirist short story writer cynical outlook economical style bierce vanished observer pancho villa s army p p four grotesque short stories murder within family seen gently innocent eyes family members usually murderer himself br summary written peter yearsley p |
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Picture of Dorian Gray |
Oscar Wilde |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Dorian Gray, a young man of wealth and stature in late 1800's London, meets Lord Henry Wotton while posing for a portrait by his friend Basil Hallward. Once the painting is complete, Dorian realizes that it will always be young and attractive, while he will be forced to age and wither with the years. Carelessly, he wishes the opposite were true. What happens is a treatise on morals, self-indulgence and how crucial personal responsibility is towards one's self. (Summary by John Gonzalez)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p dorian gray young man wealth stature late 1800 s london meets lord henry wotton posing portrait friend basil hallward painting complete dorian realizes always young attractive forced age wither years carelessly wishes opposite true happens treatise morals self indulgence crucial personal responsibility towards one s self summary john gonzalez p |
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366 |
Pilgrim's Progress |
John Bunyan |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Translated into over 100 languages, The Pilgrim's Progress is one of the most famous classics of literature. It is an allegorical novel, describing a Christian's journey through life to reach heaven. Part 1 was written by John Bunyan in 1679 whilst he was imprisoned for conducting unauthorised religious services, whilst Part 2 was not written until 1684, and is not included in many versions of this text. This recording includes both parts, and inline scripture references. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p>\n<p>A French version of Part One is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/le-pelerinage-dun-nomme-chretien/">Le pélerinage d’un nommé Chrétien : écrit sous l’allégorie d’un songe</a></p>\n |
English |
1684 |
https://librivox.org/the-pilgrims-progress-by-john-bunyan/ |
p translated 100 languages pilgrim s progress one famous classics literature allegorical novel describing christian s journey life reach heaven part 1 written john bunyan 1679 whilst imprisoned conducting unauthorised religious services whilst part 2 written 1684 included many versions text recording includes parts inline scripture references summary joy chan p p a french version part one available a href http librivox org le pelerinage dun nomme chretien le pélerinage d un nommé chrétien écrit sous l allégorie d un songe a p |
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Prince and the Pauper |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Prince and the Pauper (1882) represents Mark Twain's first attempt at historical fiction. The book, set in 1547, tells the story of two young boys who are identical in appearance: Tom Canty, a pauper who lives with his abusive father in Offal Court, London, and Prince Edward son of Henry VIII of England. Due to a series of circumstances, the boys accidentally replace each other, and much of the humor in the book originates in the two boys' inability to function in the world that is so familiar to the other (although Tom soon displays considerable wisdom in his decisions). In many ways, the book is a social satire, particularly compelling in its condemnation of the inequality that existed between the classes in Tudor England. In that sense, Twain abandoned the wry Midwestern style for which he was best known and adopts a style reminiscent of Charles Dickens. (Summary from Wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-and-the-pauper-by-mark-twain/ |
p the prince pauper 1882 represents mark twain s first attempt historical fiction book set 1547 tells story two young boys identical appearance tom canty pauper lives abusive father offal court london prince edward son henry viii england due series circumstances boys accidentally replace other much humor book originates two boys inability function world familiar although tom soon displays considerable wisdom decisions many ways book social satire particularly compelling condemnation inequality existed classes tudor england sense twain abandoned wry midwestern style best known adopts style reminiscent charles dickens summary wikipedia org p |
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Prince |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p><i>ll Principe</i> (The Prince) is a political treatise by the Florentine writer Niccolò Machiavelli, originally called “De Principatibus” (About Principalities). It was written around 1513, but not published until 1532, five years after Machiavelli’s death. The treatise is not actually representative of his published work during his lifetime, but it is certainly the best remembered one.\n(Summary from Wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
p i ll principe i the prince political treatise florentine writer niccolò machiavelli originally called de principatibus about principalities written around 1513 published 1532 five years machiavelli s death treatise actually representative published work lifetime certainly best remembered one summary wikipedia org p |
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Light Princess |
George MacDonald |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Plenty of princesses have been cursed by wicked witches, but the curse placed on this princess by her evil aunt is an unusual one: it removes all the princess's gravity. What can break the curse before the princess floats away? Perhaps the best thing for her would be to fall in love, but how a person with no gravity can fall in anything is just the problem. (summary by LauraFox)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-princess-by-george-macdonald/ |
p plenty princesses cursed wicked witches curse placed princess evil aunt unusual one removes princess s gravity break curse princess floats away perhaps best thing would fall love person gravity fall anything problem summary laurafox p |
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370 |
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction |
<i>The Five Little Peppers</i> series was created by Margaret Sidney covering the life of five children with the surname Pepper. The Pepper children were very poor, and their widowed mother was left to raise them by herself. In order of age (descending), the children's names were Ben (Ebaniezer), Polly (Mary), Joel, Davie, and Phronsie. <i>Five Little Peppers and How They Grew</i> is the first book in the series. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-and-how-they-grew-by-margaret-sidney/ |
i the five little peppers i series created margaret sidney covering life five children surname pepper pepper children poor widowed mother left raise herself order age descending children s names ben ebaniezer polly mary joel davie phronsie i five little peppers grew i first book series summary wikipedia p |
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Lost Princess of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Who is stealing all the magic in Oz? Dorothy and her friends set out to comb all of Oz, not only for magic stolen from Glinda and the Wizard, but also for the kidnapped princess, Ozma. Along the way, they explore regions never seen in other Oz books, meeting strange and interesting people and animals, and falling into peril more than once. It’s a desperate mission – for if the thefts are all linked, then it means that some magician unknown to them has acquired powers beyond any available to them now. How will they find him? And how will they conquer him? Not one of them knows – but with continuing faith that goodness will triumph, they march forth to try. (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-princess-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p who stealing magic oz dorothy friends set comb oz magic stolen glinda wizard also kidnapped princess ozma along way explore regions never seen oz books meeting strange interesting people animals falling peril once it s desperate mission thefts linked means magician unknown acquired powers beyond available now find him conquer him one knows continuing faith goodness triumph march forth try summary mark p |
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Anne of Green Gables (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
<br />Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic children's novel, <em>Anne of Green Gables</em> tells the story of a red headed orphan girl with a personality you can't help but love. Despite her "tragical" past, Anne's optimism and imagination have helped her to always see the best in things. Anne's life changes considerably when she is accidentally adopted by the Cuthberts, a brother and sister who thought they were getting a boy to help out on the farm. The Cuthberts decide Anne will have to be sent back to the orphange but before they know it, she has begun to work her way into their hearts. (Summary by Annie Coleman)<br /><br />\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/ |
br lucy maud montgomery s classic children s novel em anne green gables em tells story red headed orphan girl personality can t help love despite tragical past anne s optimism imagination helped always see best things anne s life changes considerably accidentally adopted cuthberts brother sister thought getting boy help farm cuthberts decide anne sent back orphange know it begun work way hearts summary annie coleman br br |
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Jude the Obscure |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
<i>Jude the Obscure</i> is the last of Thomas Hardy's novels, begun as a magazine serial and first published in book form in 1895. Its hero Jude Fawley is a lower-class young man who dreams of becoming a scholar. The two other main characters are his earthy wife, Arabella, and his intellectual cousin, Sue. Themes include class, scholarship, religion, marriage, and the modernization of thought and society. (from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/jude-the-obscure-by-thomas-hardy/ |
i jude obscure i last thomas hardy s novels begun magazine serial first published book form 1895 hero jude fawley lower class young man dreams becoming scholar two main characters earthy wife arabella intellectual cousin sue themes include class scholarship religion marriage modernization thought society from wikipedia p |
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Byways Around San Francisco Bay |
W. E. Hutchinson |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>California, the land of sunshine and roses, with its genial climate, its skies as blue as the far-famed skies of Venice, and its pure, life-giving air, invites the lover of nature to take long tramps over hill and dale, mountain and valley, and to search out new trails in the rugged mountains.(Quote from section 2: Brook and Waterfall).</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/byways-around-san-francisco-bay-by-w-e-hutchinson/ |
p california land sunshine roses genial climate skies blue far famed skies venice pure life giving air invites lover nature take long tramps hill dale mountain valley search new trails rugged mountains quote section 2 brook waterfall p |
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Grimms' Fairy Tales |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A classic collection of oral German folklore, brought together for posterity by the scholarly brothers Grimm in the 1800s, this epitome of fairy tales includes many of the world’s best known stories. In these dark foreboding woods, you will find: Rapunzel, Hansel and Gretel, Rumpelstiltskin, Lily and the Lion (better known as Beauty and the Beast), and Snow White and Rose Red, among other timeless works. These tales were later heavily revised and sanitised, but here are presented closer to their grim and beloved originals. (Summary by Marlo Dianne)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-by-the-brothers-grimm/ |
p a classic collection oral german folklore brought together posterity scholarly brothers grimm 1800s epitome fairy tales includes many world s best known stories dark foreboding woods find rapunzel hansel gretel rumpelstiltskin lily lion better known beauty beast snow white rose red among timeless works tales later heavily revised sanitised presented closer grim beloved originals summary marlo dianne p |
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Fanny Hill: Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure |
John Cleland |
Erotica, Romance |
<p><em>Fanny Hill: Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure</em> (1749) was the first widely-read English novel in the genre “Erotica.” It was written by John Cleland as he was serving hard time at a debtor’s prison in London. Over the centuries, the novel has been repeatedly banned by authorities, assuring its preeminent role in the history of the ongoing struggle against censorship of free expression.</p>\n<p>Until <em>Fanny Hill</em>, previous heroines had conducted their amorous liaisons “off-stage.” Any erotic misadventures were described euphemistically. As women who had gone astray, they always repented, which made even their most outrageous dalliances somehow suitable for a moralistic readership. The protagonist of <em>Fanny Hill</em>, however, never repented a single moment of her sexual exploits … quite the contrary! And with Fanny, the devil is in the details, realistically described. (Summary by Denny Mike)\n</p> |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/fanny-hill-memoirs-of-a-woman-of-pleasure-by-john-cleland/ |
p em fanny hill memoirs woman pleasure em 1749 first widely read english novel genre erotica written john cleland serving hard time debtor s prison london centuries novel repeatedly banned authorities assuring preeminent role history ongoing struggle censorship free expression p p until em fanny hill em previous heroines conducted amorous liaisons off stage erotic misadventures described euphemistically women gone astray always repented made even outrageous dalliances somehow suitable moralistic readership protagonist em fanny hill em however never repented single moment sexual exploits quite contrary fanny devil details realistically described summary denny mike p |
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Autobiography of Mother Jones |
Mary Harris Jones |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Mother Jones (Mary Harris Jones) was a legendary labor organizer. She was a founding member of the International Workers of the World (the IWW, or the Wobblies), and was active in the United Mine Workers and the Socialist Party of America. (Summary by Denny)</p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-mother-jones-by-mary-harris-jones/ |
p mother jones mary harris jones legendary labor organizer founding member international workers world the iww wobblies active united mine workers socialist party america summary denny p |
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Fire and Ice |
Robert Frost |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you twenty-three different recordings of <em>Fire and Ice</em>, by Robert Frost. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 27th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/fire-and-ice-by-robert-frost/ |
p librivox volunteers bring twenty three different recordings em fire ice em robert frost weekly poetry project week august 27th 2006 p |
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Fishing with a Worm |
Bliss Perry |
Contemporary |
<p>Fishing with a Worm by Bliss Perry includes the poignant and philisophical observations of a fly fisherman lured by the worm. Bliss Perry was a professor of literature at Princeton and Harvard Universities and spent time in Vermont writing and fly fishing. (Summary written by Sadie, Betsie, and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/fishing-with-a-worm-by-bliss-perry/ |
p fishing worm bliss perry includes poignant philisophical observations fly fisherman lured worm bliss perry professor literature princeton harvard universities spent time vermont writing fly fishing summary written sadie betsie wikipedia p |
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Five Children and It |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
<p>This delightful novel begins when a family of five children moves from London to the English countryside. While playing in a gravel pit soon after the move, they discover an ancient and rather grumpy sand-fairy known as the Psammead, who agrees to grant one wish of theirs per day. The children’s wishes send them on adventure after adventure, but rarely turn out as expected. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/five-children-and-it-by-e-nesbit/ |
p this delightful novel begins family five children moves london english countryside playing gravel pit soon move discover ancient rather grumpy sand fairy known psammead agrees grant one wish per day children s wishes send adventure adventure rarely turn expected summary kara p |
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Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Science Fiction |
<p>\nA student discovers the secret of animating lifeless matter and, by assembling body parts, creates the monster Frankenstein. Rejected by society, Frankenstein vows revenge on his creator.<br/>\n(Summary written by Gesine)\n\n<i>Note: Project originally cataloged October 20, 2005. Audio files were volume adjusted and re-uploaded May 3, 2010.</i></p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-or-modern-prometheus-by-mary-w-shelley/ |
p student discovers secret animating lifeless matter and assembling body parts creates monster frankenstein rejected society frankenstein vows revenge creator br summary written gesine i note project originally cataloged october 20 2005 audio files volume adjusted re uploaded may 3 2010 i p |
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Gods of Mars |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
<p>\nThe Gods of Mars is a 1918 Edgar Rice Burroughs science fiction novel, the second of his famous Barsoom series.It can be said that the novel set the tone for much science fiction to come. Its influence can clearly be seen in franchises such as Star Trek and Farscape. While Burroughs no doubt borrowed liberally from the pulp fiction of his day, particularly westerns and swashbuckling tales, the pacing and themes set the tone for the soft science fiction genre.<br><br>The protagonist, John Carter, with his proficiency in hand-to-hand combat and flirtations with beautiful alien women, could be said to have set the mold for later influential icons like Captain James T. Kirk and James Bond.<br><br>At the end of the first book, <a href="http://librivox.org/a-princess-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/">A Princess of Mars</a>, John Carter is unwillingly transported back to Earth. The Gods of Mars begins with his arrival back on Barsoom (Mars) after a ten year hiatus, separated from his wife Dejah Thoris, his unborn child, and the Red Martian people of the nation of Helium, whom he has adopted as his own. Unfortunately, John Carter materializes in the one place on Barsoom from which nobody is allowed to depart: the Valley Dor, which is the Barsoomian heaven. (Summary from wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-gods-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p gods mars 1918 edgar rice burroughs science fiction novel second famous barsoom series it said novel set tone much science fiction come influence clearly seen franchises star trek farscape burroughs doubt borrowed liberally pulp fiction day particularly westerns swashbuckling tales pacing themes set tone soft science fiction genre br br the protagonist john carter proficiency hand to hand combat flirtations beautiful alien women could said set mold later influential icons like captain james t kirk james bond br br at end first book a href http librivox org a princess of mars by edgar rice burroughs a princess mars a john carter unwillingly transported back earth gods mars begins arrival back barsoom mars ten year hiatus separated wife dejah thoris unborn child red martian people nation helium adopted own unfortunately john carter materializes one place barsoom nobody allowed depart valley dor barsoomian heaven summary wikipedia p |
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383 |
Ghost Stories of an Antiquary |
M. R. James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Montague Rhodes James (1862-1936) was a medieval scholar; Provost of King’s College, Cambridge. He wrote many of his ghost stories to be read aloud in the long tradition of spooky Christmas Eve tales. His stories often use rural settings, with a quiet, scholarly protagonist getting caught up in the activities of supernatural forces. The details of horror are almost never explicit, the stories relying on a gentle, bucolic background to emphasise the awfulness of the otherworldly intrusions.\n</p>\n<p>“Ghost Stories of an Antiquary” was written as two collections, presented here as two volumes in a single work. There is a short author’s preface before the first story in each volume. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-stories-of-an-antiquary-by-m-r-james/ |
p montague rhodes james 1862 1936 medieval scholar provost king s college cambridge wrote many ghost stories read aloud long tradition spooky christmas eve tales stories often use rural settings quiet scholarly protagonist getting caught activities supernatural forces details horror almost never explicit stories relying gentle bucolic background emphasise awfulness otherworldly intrusions p p ghost stories antiquary written two collections presented two volumes single work short author s preface first story volume summary peter yearsley p |
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384 |
Give Me Liberty |
Patrick Henry |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This speech was given March 23, 1775, at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia, and is credited with having singlehandedly convinced the Virginia House of Burgesses to pass a resolution delivering the Virginia troops to the Revolutionary War. In attendance were Thomas Jefferson and George Washington. Reportedly, the crowd, upon hearing the speech, jumped up and shouted, “To Arms! To Arms!”<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1775 |
https://librivox.org/give-me-liberty-by-patrick-henry/ |
p this speech given march 23 1775 st john s church richmond virginia credited singlehandedly convinced virginia house burgesses pass resolution delivering virginia troops revolutionary war attendance thomas jefferson george washington reportedly crowd upon hearing speech jumped shouted to arms arms br summary wikipedia p |
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385 |
Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter |
Beatrix Potter |
Animals & Nature |
<p>Born in Victorian London on July 28th, 1866, Beatrix Potter created some of the best-loved children’s stories of all time. Starting with Peter Rabbit and moving through the rest of these delightful tales, the Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter will warm the hearts both of those who remember her fondly from their childhoods and those who discover for the first time the magic of these timeless stories. (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/great-big-treasury-of-beatrix-potter/ |
p born victorian london july 28th 1866 beatrix potter created best loved children s stories time starting peter rabbit moving rest delightful tales great big treasury beatrix potter warm hearts remember fondly childhoods discover first time magic timeless stories summary chip p |
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386 |
From October to Brest-Litovsk |
Leon Trotsky |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>This account by Trotsky is of the events in Russia from the October Revolution of 1917 in Petrograd, to his signing of the Brest-Litovsk treaty with Germany on 3rd March 1918 which took Russia out of the First World War. The treaty exacted heavy losses for Russia in terms of annexations of land and financial indemnities to Germany. In this extended essay, Trotsky argues the reasons as to why he decided to sign what appears to be a disastrous agreement for Russia.<br />\n(Summary by Rebecca)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/from-october-to-brest-litovsk-by-leon-d-trotsky/ |
p this account trotsky events russia october revolution 1917 petrograd signing brest litovsk treaty germany 3rd march 1918 took russia first world war treaty exacted heavy losses russia terms annexations land financial indemnities germany extended essay trotsky argues reasons decided sign appears disastrous agreement russia br summary rebecca p |
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387 |
Mansfield Park |
Jane Austen |
Romance, Satire |
<p>Mansfield Park features Austen’s frailest and perhaps most scrupulous heroine, Fannie Price. As the eldest daughter in a poor family, Fannie is sent to rich relatives when she’s just old enough to fully appreciate the shame of her circumstances. Without pride or prejudice, Fanny sticks to principles in all matters. And matters certainly put her to the test. (Summary by Anita)</p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/mansfield-park-by-jane-austen/ |
p mansfield park features austen s frailest perhaps scrupulous heroine fannie price eldest daughter poor family fannie sent rich relatives she s old enough fully appreciate shame circumstances without pride prejudice fanny sticks principles matters matters certainly put test summary anita p |
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388 |
Four Million |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
<p>Born in 1862 and died in 1910, O. Henry’s birth name is William Sydney Porter; however, he adopted the pen name O. Henry while in prison. He published 10 collections and over 600 short stories during his lifetime.<p>The Four Million is the second book written by O. Henry while he served time for embezzlement in a penitentiary in Ohio. The book is a series of short stories which take place in New York City in the early years of the 20th century and are representative of the surprise endings that popularized O. Henry’s work. They also capture his use of coincidence or chance to create humor in the story. O Henry wrote about ordinary people in everyday circumstances. He is quoted as once saying, “There are stories in everything. I’ve got some of my best yarns from park benches, lampposts and newspaper stands.”<p>I hope you enjoy the following readings as much as I enjoyed recording them.<p>(Summary by Marian Brown)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-million-by-o-henry/ |
p born 1862 died 1910 o henry s birth name william sydney porter however adopted pen name o henry prison published 10 collections 600 short stories lifetime p the four million second book written o henry served time embezzlement penitentiary ohio book series short stories take place new york city early years 20th century representative surprise endings popularized o henry s work also capture use coincidence chance create humor story henry wrote ordinary people everyday circumstances quoted saying there stories everything i ve got best yarns park benches lampposts newspaper stands p i hope enjoy following readings much enjoyed recording them p summary marian brown p |
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Gettysburg Address |
Abraham Lincoln |
*Non-fiction, History |
It was a cloudy November day in 1863 when thousands gathered to hear renowned orator Edward Everett dedicate a national cemetary at the site of a pivotal battle early in July of that year. Also present to deliver "a few appropriate remarks" was the President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spoke but 278 words; Everett later wrote to the President, "I should be glad, if I could flatter myself that I came as near to the central idea of the occasion, in two hours, as you did in two minutes." Though there are surviving transcripts of Everett's lengthly speech, it is Lincoln's words which have come to be known as "The Gettysburg Address" (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-gettysburg-address-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
cloudy november day 1863 thousands gathered hear renowned orator edward everett dedicate national cemetary site pivotal battle early july year also present deliver a appropriate remarks president united states abraham lincoln lincoln spoke 278 words everett later wrote president i glad could flatter came near central idea occasion two hours two minutes though surviving transcripts everett s lengthly speech lincoln s words come known the gettysburg address summary chip p |
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Gettysburg Address (version 2) |
Abraham Lincoln |
History |
The Gettysburg Address is the most famous speech of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and one of the most quoted speeches in United States history. It was delivered at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on November 19, 1863, during the American Civil War, four and a half months after the Battle of Gettysburg.<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-gettysburg-address-by-abraham-lincoln-version-2/ |
gettysburg address famous speech u s president abraham lincoln one quoted speeches united states history delivered dedication soldiers national cemetery gettysburg pennsylvania november 19 1863 american civil war four half months battle gettysburg br summary wikipedia p |
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2050 |
2369 |
Waste Land (version 2) |
T. S. Eliot |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 5 different recordings of The Waste Land by T. S. Eliot.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-waste-land-by-t-s-eliot-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 5 different recordings waste land t s eliot p |
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Gift of the Magi |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
<em>The Gift of the Magi</em> is an O. Henry short story in which a young couple are very much in love with each other but can barely afford their one-room apartment. For Christmas, they each make a sacrifice to purchase a gift for the other, with ironic results.</p>\n<p>The moral of the story is that physical possessions, however valuable they may be, are of little value in the grand scheme of things. The true unselfish love that the characters, Jim and Della, share is greater than their possessions. </p>\n<p>O. Henry ends the story by clarifying the metaphor between the characters in the story, Della and James (or Jim), and the Biblical Magi. <em>The Gift of the Magi</em> features O. Henry's characteristic twist ending and use of flowery diction.<br />\n(Summary adapted from Wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-gift-of-the-magi-by-o-henry/ |
em the gift magi em o henry short story young couple much love barely afford one room apartment christmas make sacrifice purchase gift other ironic results p p the moral story physical possessions however valuable may be little value grand scheme things true unselfish love characters jim della share greater possessions p p o henry ends story clarifying metaphor characters story della james or jim biblical magi em the gift magi em features o henry s characteristic twist ending use flowery diction br summary adapted wikipedia org p |
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Golden Goose Book |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
A charming little book full of the most gorgeous illustrations which can be viewed along with the Gutenberg text at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/15661">http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/15661</a>. <br /> We see a number of stories in which kindness is rewarded and selfishness is punished but Brooke squeezes a number of intriguing and quite bizarre twists and turns into the story so it is not nearly so predictable as you might imagine. <br /> Victorian moral fairy tales from a delightfully inventive mind. <br /> (Summary by Jim)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-goose-book-by-l-leslie-brooke/ |
charming little book full gorgeous illustrations viewed along gutenberg text a href http www gutenberg org etext 15661 http www gutenberg org etext 15661 a br see number stories kindness rewarded selfishness punished brooke squeezes number intriguing quite bizarre twists turns story nearly predictable might imagine br victorian moral fairy tales delightfully inventive mind br summary jim p |
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Goop Directory |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Poetry |
<p>In this DIRECTORY you'll see just what you never ought to be; and so, it should direct your way to Good Behavior, every day. The children of whose faults I tell are known by other names, as well, so see that you aren't in this group of Naughty Ones. Don't be a Goop!\n<br>(The author's introduction)</br></p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-goop-directory-by-gelett-burgess/ |
p in directory see never ought be so direct way good behavior every day children whose faults tell known names well see group naughty ones goop br the author s introduction br p |
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394 |
Liaisons dangereuses |
Pierre Choderlos de Laclos |
Epistolary Fiction |
<p>\nD'amants qu'ils étaient, le Vicomte de Valmont et la Marquise de Merteuil sont restés complices dans leurs projets de liaisons et confidents dans leur correspondance, chacun préservant sa réputation aux yeux du monde : d'homme irrésistible pour l'un, de femme respectable pour l'autre.\n</p>\n\n<p>\nIls ont, cette fois-ci, jeté leur dévolu sur la Présidente de Tourvel, jeune femme vertueuse et dévote dont l'époux demeure au loin et Cécile Volanges, adolescente à peine sortie du couvent, promise au Comte de Gercourt, dont s'éprend le Chevalier Danceny.\n</p><p>\nSi, à force de manipulations, leurs projets aboutissent, la première fera la gloire de son vainqueur, la seconde, le déshonneur de son mari lorsque la chose sera rendue publique.\n</p><p>\nSuivons donc le courrier de ces protagonistes, de leurs parents, de leurs amis. Pourrons-nous « ne pas frémir en songeant au malheur que peut causer une seule liaison dangereuse » ?</p> |
French |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/les-liaisons-dangereuses-by-choderlos-de-laclos/ |
p d amants qu ils étaient le vicomte de valmont et la marquise de merteuil sont restés complices dans leurs projets de liaisons et confidents dans leur correspondance chacun préservant sa réputation aux yeux du monde d homme irrésistible pour l un de femme respectable pour l autre p p ils ont cette fois ci jeté leur dévolu sur la présidente de tourvel jeune femme vertueuse et dévote dont l époux demeure au loin et cécile volanges adolescente à peine sortie du couvent promise au comte de gercourt dont s éprend le chevalier danceny p p si à force de manipulations leurs projets aboutissent la première fera la gloire de son vainqueur la seconde le déshonneur de son mari lorsque la chose sera rendue publique p p suivons donc le courrier de ces protagonistes de leurs parents de leurs amis pourrons nous ne pas frémir en songeant au malheur que peut causer une seule liaison dangereuse p |
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Purple Cow |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different versions of this famous nonsense rhyme, the weekly poem of April 2nd, 2006. The April Fool's Day spirit was slow to leave us this spring, so as you listen, watch out for mischief!<br />\n(Summary by Laura Fox)\n</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-purple-cow-by-gelett-burgess/ |
p librivox volunteers bring nine different versions famous nonsense rhyme weekly poem april 2nd 2006 april fool s day spirit slow leave us spring listen watch mischief br summary laura fox p |
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Railway Bridge of the Silvery Tay |
William Topaz McGonagall |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different readings of <em>The Railway Bridge of the Silvery Tay</em>, by William McGonagall, to celebrate April Fool's Day. Scottish poet William McGonagall is widely considered to be one of the worst poets of the English language. He wrote this poem in honor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tay_Rail_Bridge">The Tay Rail Bridge</a> which was opened in 1878 and which subsequently collapsed a year later, causing the death of 75 train passengers, and inspiring McGonagall to write yet famously bad poem entitled <em>The Tay Bridge Disaster</em>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 26, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-railway-bridge-of-the-silvery-tay-by-william-mcgonagall/ |
p librivox volunteers bring nine different readings em the railway bridge silvery tay em william mcgonagall celebrate april fool s day scottish poet william mcgonagall widely considered one worst poets english language wrote poem honor a href http en wikipedia org wiki tay_rail_bridge the tay rail bridge a opened 1878 subsequently collapsed year later causing death 75 train passengers inspiring mcgonagall write yet famously bad poem entitled em the tay bridge disaster em weekly poetry project week march 26 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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Raven |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
<p>Perhaps Edgar Allen Poe's most famous poem, the "Raven" is a macabre exploration of a man, his memories of Lenore, and the black bird that interrupts his studies on a dark December night, with tap-tap-tapping at his chamber door. (Summary by Hugh)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-raven-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p perhaps edgar allen poe s famous poem raven macabre exploration man memories lenore black bird interrupts studies dark december night tap tap tapping chamber door summary hugh p |
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466 |
Singing-Woman from the Wood's Edge |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Poetry |
<p><a href="http://librivox.org/">LibriVox</a> volunteers bring you eight different recordings of <em>The Singing-Woman from the Wood's Edge</em>, by Edna St. Vincent Millay, to celebrate <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halloween">Halloween</a>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 29th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-singing-woman-from-the-woods-edge-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
p a href http librivox org librivox a volunteers bring eight different recordings em the singing woman wood s edge em edna st vincent millay celebrate a href http en wikipedia org wiki halloween halloween a weekly poetry project week october 29th 2006 p |
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398 |
Return of the Native |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
<p>Like all of Hardy's work, The Return of the Native (1878) is passionate and controversial, with themes and sympathies beyond what a good Victorian would ever admit. A modern and honest novel of chance and choice, faith and infidelities, this dark story asks what is free will and what is fate? What is the true nature of nature, and how do we fit together? <i>Can</i> we fit together?\n<p>A tragedy set in the barren land of Edgon Heath. Our heroine, Eustacia, is proud, passionate, cruel, fickle, avaricious, and desperate. She burns every life she touches, never able to find the mad love and exotic world she dreams of. Our supposed hero, Clym, is modest, steady, plain, moral, and dutiful. He is satisfied returning from Paris to the simple comfort of home.</p>\n<p>When they come together, the Heath will come apart.</p>\n<p>Originally released as five books, in classic tragic form, a sixth, tacking on a 'happy ending', was added by editor and public pressure. (Summary by Marlo Dianne)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/return-of-the-native-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p like hardy s work return native 1878 passionate controversial themes sympathies beyond good victorian would ever admit modern honest novel chance choice faith infidelities dark story asks free fate true nature nature fit together i can i fit together p a tragedy set barren land edgon heath heroine eustacia proud passionate cruel fickle avaricious desperate burns every life touches never able find mad love exotic world dreams of supposed hero clym modest steady plain moral dutiful satisfied returning paris simple comfort home p p when come together heath come apart p p originally released five books classic tragic form sixth tacking happy ending added editor public pressure summary marlo dianne p |
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Rhodora |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>To celebrate <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_day">Earth Day</a>, LibriVox volunteers bring you six different recordings of <em>The Rhodora</em>, by Ralph Waldo Emerson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 16th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-rhodora-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
p to celebrate a href http en wikipedia org wiki earth_day earth day a librivox volunteers bring six different recordings em the rhodora em ralph waldo emerson weekly poetry project week april 16th 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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Rime of the Ancient Mariner |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Poetry |
<p>For killing an albatross, the mariner and his crew are punished with drought and death. Amidst a series of supernatural events, the mariner's life alone is spared and he repents, but he must wander the earth and tell his tale with the lesson that "all things great and small" are important.<br />\n(Summary written by Gesine)\n</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/the-rime-of-the-ancient-mariner-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
p for killing albatross mariner crew punished drought death amidst series supernatural events mariner s life alone spared repents must wander earth tell tale lesson all things great small important br summary written gesine p |
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Riot Act |
Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain |
Law |
<p>The Riot Act was passed by the British Parliament in 1714, the first year of the reign of George I, and came into effect in August 1715. This was a time of widespread social disturbance, as the preamble describes; the Act sought to put an end to this. A group of twelve or more people, “being unlawfully, riotously and tumultuously assembled”, would be read a proclamation; they must disperse within an hour, on pain of death. The same fate would befall anyone preventing the reading of the proclamation, or damaging buildings while on a riot. If the law enforcement officers happened to injure or kill a rioter, they were immune from prosecution. The reading of the proclamation, the wording of which is detailed in the Act, was the necessary first step before action could be taken against the rioters. This gave us the phrase “to read the riot act”, to give a stern warning or rebuke. The Act was repealed in Britain in 1973, but had long since fallen into disuse there. A version is still in force in Canada.</p> |
English |
1715 |
https://librivox.org/the-riot-act-by-british-parliament/ |
p the riot act passed british parliament 1714 first year reign george i came effect august 1715 time widespread social disturbance preamble describes act sought put end this group twelve people being unlawfully riotously tumultuously assembled would read proclamation must disperse within hour pain death fate would befall anyone preventing reading proclamation damaging buildings riot law enforcement officers happened injure kill rioter immune prosecution reading proclamation wording detailed act necessary first step action could taken rioters gave us phrase to read riot act give stern warning rebuke act repealed britain 1973 long since fallen disuse there version still force canada p |
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Road to Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>\nThe Road to Oz takes Dorothy and her friends on an adventure in Oz to a grand party in honor of Ozma's birthday. It all starts near her home on Uncle Henry's farm in Kansas when she tries to help a shaggy stranger find the road he is seeking. On the way they find a young boy, Button-Bright, and together they get lost, only to find themselves in the fairylands of Oz.</p>\n<p>Once again in the Land of Oz, Dorothy and her friends encounter a number of new fantasy characters: some good, some bad, some amusing, and all entertaining. They make their way eventually to the Emerald City to participate in Ozma's Birthday Celebration. In the end, Dorothy arrives safely back home, a little tired from her adventures, but quite content.<br />\n(Summary written by Kara Shallenberg)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-to-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p road oz takes dorothy friends adventure oz grand party honor ozma s birthday starts near home uncle henry s farm kansas tries help shaggy stranger find road seeking way find young boy button bright together get lost find fairylands oz p p once land oz dorothy friends encounter number new fantasy characters good bad amusing entertaining make way eventually emerald city participate ozma s birthday celebration end dorothy arrives safely back home little tired adventures quite content br summary written kara shallenberg p |
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Road |
Siegfried Sassoon |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you eight different readings of Siegfried Sassoon's <em>The Road</em>, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-by-siegfried-sassoon/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eight different readings siegfried sassoon s em the road em weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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497 |
How to Tell the Birds from the Flowers |
Robert Williams Wood |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<br />How do you tell apart a parrot from a carrot? A plover from a clover? A bay from a jay? Although there are several ways of differentiating, R. W. Wood’s use of pun and rhyme is one of the most entertaining! (Summary by Andrea L.)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-tell-the-birds-from-the-flowers-by-robert-williams-wood/ |
br how tell apart parrot carrot plover clover bay jay although several ways differentiating r w wood s use pun rhyme one entertaining summary andrea l br br |
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404 |
Rocket Book |
Peter Newell |
Poetry |
<p>The Rocket Book can be listened to while viewing a beautiful facscimile edition at the International Children's Digital Libarary (ICDL): <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/SaveBook?bookid=newrock_00150085&lang=English">http://childrenslibrary.org/</a> </p>\n<p>The Rocket Book begins when the son of a building superintendent sets a match to a rocket he discovered in the basement. Suddenly, the rocket blasts its way up through apartment after apartment in a high-rise, disrupting and transforming the humdrum goings-on of twenty families till it is finally stopped cold by something in the attic. An elliptical hole is punched in each of the book's pages and illustrations to signify where the rocket passed through every apartment! As in all of Newell's books, the verse on the verso-page provides commentary on the recto-page illustration. </p>\n<p>This book and Newell’s The Slant Book pioneered the “special format” children’s literature of today, such as pop-up books or cutout books like Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Newell’s books from 80 years ago have been reprinted, since Newell has undergone a resurgence in popularity much as Dr. Seuss’s books did during the 1980s. This is a boon for teachers and home-schooling parents, since this recording can now be listened to as youngsters page through a real book (ISBN: 0-8048-0505-9) or as they view the ICDL scanned version online (both are a real treat)! (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-rocket-book-by-peter-newell/ |
p the rocket book listened viewing beautiful facscimile edition international children s digital libarary icdl a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl savebook bookid newrock_00150085 lang english http childrenslibrary org a p p the rocket book begins son building superintendent sets match rocket discovered basement suddenly rocket blasts way apartment apartment high rise disrupting transforming humdrum goings on twenty families till finally stopped cold something attic elliptical hole punched book s pages illustrations signify rocket passed every apartment newell s books verse verso page provides commentary recto page illustration p p this book newell s slant book pioneered special format children s literature today pop up books cutout books like eric carle s hungry caterpillar newell s books 80 years ago reprinted since newell undergone resurgence popularity much dr seuss s books 1980s boon teachers home schooling parents since recording listened youngsters page real book isbn 0 8048 0505 9 view icdl scanned version online both real treat summary denny sayers p |
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Romance of Rubber |
United States Rubber Company |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>This pamphlet was published in the early 20th century by the United States Rubber Company so that "coming generations of our country ... have some understanding of the importance of rubber in our every day life... We believe the rubber industry will be better off if the future citizens of our country know more about it." Learn about Christopher Columbus's discovery of rubber, how the crafty British entrepreneur, Wickham, managed to smuggle rubber seedlings out of Brazil, and how rubber manufacturing came to be a "peculiarly American industry." The myriad uses of rubber from a century ago are also elaborated in considerable detail - everything from submarines to Keds to dentures. (Summary by Judy Bieber)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-rubber-by-the-united-states-rubber-company/ |
p this pamphlet published early 20th century united states rubber company coming generations country understanding importance rubber every day life believe rubber industry better future citizens country know it learn christopher columbus s discovery rubber crafty british entrepreneur wickham managed smuggle rubber seedlings brazil rubber manufacturing came peculiarly american industry myriad uses rubber century ago also elaborated considerable detail everything submarines keds dentures summary judy bieber p |
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Secret Agent |
Joseph Conrad |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>\n<em>The Secret Agent</em> is Conrad's dark, and darkly comic story of a band of spies, anarchists, agents-provocateurs plotting and counter-plotting in the back streets of London in the early 20th Century. The novel centers on Verloc, a shop-owner, phony-anarchist and double-agent, who becomes embroiled in an ambitious terrorist plan to bomb the Greenwich Observatory. (Summary by Hugh McGuire)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-agent-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p em the secret agent em conrad s dark darkly comic story band spies anarchists agents provocateurs plotting counter plotting back streets london early 20th century novel centers verloc shop owner phony anarchist double agent becomes embroiled ambitious terrorist plan bomb greenwich observatory summary hugh mcguire p |
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Bible (KJV) NT 01: The Sermon On the Mount, Matthew 5-7 |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Sermon On The Mount is one of the teachings in the ministry of Jesus Christ. In The Sermon On The Mount is found many sayings and important precepts held by Christian churches, sayings such as The Beatitudes, The Lord's Prayer, and other teachings about forgiveness, giving, and the "Golden Rule" about doing unto others as you would have them do unto you. Men such as Tolstoy and Gandhi found special meaning in The Sermon On The Mount, and Christians have read and listened to this important portion of scripture for centuries.</p>\n<p> The Bible version used for this reading is the King James Version. This traditional Bible has been praised for its poetic beauty, imagery, and its use for memorization of Bible verses. (summary by Ben Douglas)\n</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-sermon-on-the-mount-selections-from-the-king-james-bible/ |
p the sermon mount one teachings ministry jesus christ sermon mount found many sayings important precepts held christian churches sayings beatitudes lord s prayer teachings forgiveness giving golden rule unto others would unto you men tolstoy gandhi found special meaning sermon mount christians read listened important portion scripture centuries p p bible version used reading king james version traditional bible praised poetic beauty imagery use memorization bible verses summary ben douglas p |
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Slant Book |
Peter Newell |
Action & Adventure |
<p>This recording of Peter Newell’s The Slant Book (1910) kicks off voiced renderings by LibriVox of public domain books in the International Children's Digital Library (ICDL). </p>\n<p>The ICDL book can be found at: <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/BookPreview?bookid=newslan_00150052&summary=true&route=alsoby&lang=English&msg;=">http://www.childrenslibrary.org/</a>.</p>\n<p>The Slant Book is literally the shape of a parallelogram, with the spine of the book running down one side. When opened, facing pages form a "V" shape. All the pictures on the slanted recto pages show a way-too-precocious infant in a carriage [the "go-cart" of yesteryear] racing downhill who has somehow gotten away from his nanny, gleefully creating havoc all along the way! The facing verso pages contain two stanzas of commentary on the charming --if alarming!-- illustrations. </p>\n<p>This book pioneered the "special format" children's literature of today, such as pop-up books or cutout books like Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Newell books from 80 years ago have been reprinted, since Newell has undergone a resurgence in popularity much as Dr. Seuss's books did during the 1980s. This is a boon for teachers and home-schooling parents, since this recording can now be listened to as youngsters page through a real book (ISBN: 080-480-5326) or as they view the ICDL scanned version online (both are a real treat)! (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-slant-book-by-peter-newell/ |
p this recording peter newell s slant book 1910 kicks voiced renderings librivox public domain books international children s digital library icdl p p the icdl book found at a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl bookpreview bookid newslan_00150052 summary true route alsoby lang english msg http www childrenslibrary org a p p the slant book literally shape parallelogram spine book running one side opened facing pages form v shape pictures slanted recto pages show way too precocious infant carriage the go cart yesteryear racing downhill somehow gotten away nanny gleefully creating havoc along way facing verso pages contain two stanzas commentary charming if alarming illustrations p p this book pioneered special format children s literature today pop up books cutout books like eric carle s hungry caterpillar newell books 80 years ago reprinted since newell undergone resurgence popularity much dr seuss s books 1980s boon teachers home schooling parents since recording listened youngsters page real book isbn 080 480 5326 view icdl scanned version online both real treat summary denny sayers p |
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Song My Paddle Sings |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s weekly poetry project for the week of February 5, 2006 offers fourteen versions of "The Song My Paddle Sings" from the collection <i>Flint and Feather</i> by E. Pauline Johnson.\n<p>E. Pauline Johnson, also known as Tekahionwake, was born to the Mohawk Chief G.H.M. Johnson (Onwanonsyshon), and his wife, Emily S. Howells, a lady of pure English parentage. Pauline, born and raised in Canada, was a great reader and began writing poetry as a child. She died in 1913 after having poetry published in periodicals in several countires and collections of her work published in book form. (Summary adapted from the "Biographical Sketch" included in <i><a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/5625">Flint and Feather</a></i>)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/song-my-paddle-sings-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
p librivox s weekly poetry project week february 5 2006 offers fourteen versions the song paddle sings collection i flint feather i e pauline johnson p e pauline johnson also known tekahionwake born mohawk chief g h m johnson onwanonsyshon wife emily s howells lady pure english parentage pauline born raised canada great reader began writing poetry child died 1913 poetry published periodicals several countires collections work published book form summary adapted biographical sketch included i a href http www gutenberg org etext 5625 flint feather a i p |
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Bible (ASV) 22: Song of Solomon |
American Standard Version |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p><em>The Song of Songs</em> is the twenty-second book of The Bible and was authored by Solomon. In some translations, this book is entitled <em>The Song of Solomon</em>. It is also known as <em>The Best Song</em>.</p>\n<p>Replete with metaphor, this book is a love song that describes the wooing and wedding of a lowly but very comely shepherdess to the great king Solomon. It speaks of the joys of love as well as its heartaches.</p>\n<p>Although this reading was performed by a single male voice, the book has three main speakers: the Shulamite shepherdess, King Solomon and a chorus by the daughters of Jerusalem. Biblical scholars also note the allegorical depictions of God as King and the bride as Israel. In New Testament doctrine, the bride is thought of as the Church and Christ as King.</p>\n<p><em>The Song of Songs</em> is one of the Wisdom Books. This reading comes from the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Holy Bible.</p>\n<p>(Summary by <a href="http://climber53.com">Robert Garrison</a>)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-songs-by-solomon/ |
p em the song songs em twenty second book bible authored solomon translations book entitled em the song solomon em also known em the best song em p p replete metaphor book love song describes wooing wedding lowly comely shepherdess great king solomon speaks joys love well heartaches p p although reading performed single male voice book three main speakers shulamite shepherdess king solomon chorus daughters jerusalem biblical scholars also note allegorical depictions god king bride israel new testament doctrine bride thought church christ king p p em the song songs em one wisdom books reading comes american standard version asv holy bible p p summary a href http climber53 com robert garrison a p |
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Song of Wandering Aengus |
William Butler Yeats |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you eighteen different readings of <em>The Song of Wandering Aengus</em>, by Irish poet William Butler Yeats, to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. This is Yeats in his faerie folklore vein, and he paints an evocative picture of a beautiful brush with the supernatural. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 12, 2006.<br />(Summary by Fox in the Stars)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-wandering-aengus-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eighteen different readings em the song wandering aengus em irish poet william butler yeats celebrate st patrick s day yeats faerie folklore vein paints evocative picture beautiful brush supernatural weekly poetry project week march 12 2006 br summary fox stars p |
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Spy |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>James Fenimore Cooper's second novel, <em>The Spy</em> (1821), is based on Sir Walter Scott's Waverly series, and tells an adventure tale about the American Revolution. The protagonist is Harvey Birch, a supposed loyalist who actually is a spy for George Washington, disguised as 'Mr Harper.' The book brought Cooper fame and wealth, and is regarded as the first great success in American fiction.<br />\n(Summary by Gord MacKenzie)</p> |
English |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/the-spy-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
p james fenimore cooper s second novel em the spy em 1821 based sir walter scott s waverly series tells adventure tale american revolution protagonist harvey birch supposed loyalist actually spy george washington disguised mr harper book brought cooper fame wealth regarded first great success american fiction br summary gord mackenzie p |
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Stolen White Elephant |
Mark Twain |
Single Author Collections |
<p>In this Mark Twain short story an Indian elephant, en route from India to Britain as a gift to Queen, disappears in New Jersey. The local police department goes into high gear to solve the mystery but it all comes to a tragic end.<br />\n(Summary written by Kristen McQuillin)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-stolen-white-elephant-by-mark-twain/ |
p in mark twain short story indian elephant en route india britain gift queen disappears new jersey local police department goes high gear solve mystery comes tragic end br summary written kristen mcquillin p |
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Story Girl |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Family |
<p>The Story Girl, by Anne of Green Gables author L.M. Montgomery, tells about the summer Felix and Beverly King visit their cousins in Carlise, Canada. Along with various cousins and other soon-to-be-friends, they meet Sara Stanley, the Story Girl, a cousin who has a story for every situation. As the children pass the summer, they get into trouble, have adventures, listen to the Story Girl's enchanting tales, and then... get into a bit more trouble!<br />\n(Summary by Heather Barnett)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-girl-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
p the story girl anne green gables author l m montgomery tells summer felix beverly king visit cousins carlise canada along various cousins soon to be friends meet sara stanley story girl cousin story every situation children pass summer get trouble adventures listen story girl s enchanting tales then get bit trouble br summary heather barnett p |
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Story of Doctor Dolittle |
Hugh Lofting |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<p>In <em>The Story of Doctor Dolittle</em> (1920), the first of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books, we are introduced to the good doctor who gives up treating people after Polynesia, his parrot, teaches him animal languages. His fame in the animal kingdom spreads throughout the world and soon he sets off to cure a monkey epidemic in Africa, finding all sorts of exciting adventures on the way.</p>\n<p>This recording is of the original edition, which is in the public domain. Later editions, which are still under copyright, changed some language and plot elements that are considered racially derogatory. <br />(Summary adapted from wikipedia.org by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-doctor-dolittle-by-hugh-lofting/ |
p in em the story doctor dolittle em 1920 first hugh lofting s doctor dolittle books introduced good doctor gives treating people polynesia parrot teaches animal languages fame animal kingdom spreads throughout world soon sets cure monkey epidemic africa finding sorts exciting adventures way p p this recording original edition public domain later editions still copyright changed language plot elements considered racially derogatory br summary adapted wikipedia org annie coleman p |
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Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is a novella by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1886. London lawyer Utterson is driven to investigate Edward Hyde, the unlikely protégé of his friend Dr Henry Jekyll, suspecting the relationship to be founded on blackmail. The truth is worse than he could have imagined. Jekyll’s ‘full statement of the case’, the final chapter of the book, explores the idea of dual personality that led him to his experiments, and his inexorable and finally fatal descent into evil.\n(Summary by David Barnes)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-mr-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
p the strange case dr jekyll mr hyde novella scottish author robert louis stevenson first published 1886 london lawyer utterson driven investigate edward hyde unlikely protégé friend dr henry jekyll suspecting relationship founded blackmail truth worse could imagined jekyll s full statement case final chapter book explores idea dual personality led experiments inexorable finally fatal descent evil summary david barnes p |
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Swiss Family Robinson |
Johann David Wyss |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p> The Swiss Family Robinson has delighted generations of readers with its exciting tale of a family which, though shipwrecked, displays “the right stuff” and builds a charming colony that later, they do not want to leave. Cut off from the comforts and companionship of other humans, they use a familiarity with natural history and biology to find the resources and build the tools to construct a canoe, weave cloth, irrigate a garden, and turn an immense hollow tree into a lofty house with a spiral staircase. They domesticate buffaloes, wild asses, and monkeys. They establish farms and plantations. And finally, they have a terrifying encounter with natives from a nearby island.<br><br>Johann David Wyss, the author, did not live to complete his tale. Storytellers over the years have injected so many episodes into the various versions that probably none closely match the original. (Indeed, the Baroness de Montholieu expanded the book from two volumes into five when she translated it into French.) This effort was re-translated into English in 1849 by W.H.G. Kingston, abridging the edition severely. It follows the British sensibilities of the period in terms of sentence structure and emphasis. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/the-swiss-family-robinson-by-johann-david-wyss/ |
p swiss family robinson delighted generations readers exciting tale family which though shipwrecked displays the right stuff builds charming colony later want leave cut comforts companionship humans use familiarity natural history biology find resources build tools construct canoe weave cloth irrigate garden turn immense hollow tree lofty house spiral staircase domesticate buffaloes wild asses monkeys establish farms plantations finally terrifying encounter natives nearby island br br johann david wyss author live complete tale storytellers years injected many episodes various versions probably none closely match original indeed baroness de montholieu expanded book two volumes five translated french effort re translated english 1849 w h g kingston abridging edition severely follows british sensibilities period terms sentence structure emphasis summary mark f smith p |
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Tao Teh King |
Laozi 老子 |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Lao-Tze's <em>Tao Teh King</em> illuminates The Tao: a guiding principle of the universe and all within it. By exploring the nature of dualities and complements, Lao-Tze dissects strength and weakness; presence and absence; life and death. The Tao Teh King has served as a foundation for centuries of philosophy and wisdom.<br />(Summary by Eric S. Piotrowski)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-tao-teh-king-by-lao-tze/ |
p lao tze s em tao teh king em illuminates tao guiding principle universe within it exploring nature dualities complements lao tze dissects strength weakness presence absence life death tao teh king served foundation centuries philosophy wisdom br summary eric s piotrowski p |
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Hand that Rocks the Cradle is the Hand that Rules the World |
William Ross Wallace |
Poetry |
For Mother’s Day 2006, we’ve recorded five versions of this tribute to Mothers and their role in shaping the future. The title is very famous out of its context, but now you can hear how it was originally intended.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-hand-that-rocks-the-cradle-by-william-ross-wallace/ |
mother s day 2006 we ve recorded five versions tribute mothers role shaping future title famous context hear originally intended p |
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Happy Prince and Other Tales |
Oscar Wilde |
Short Stories |
Collection of children’s stories written in 1888, dealing primarily with love and selfishness. These stories are generally sad, with a moralistic message. The collection includes: The Happy Prince, The Nightingale and the Rose, The Selfish Giant, The Devoted Friend, and The Remarkable Rocket. (Summary written by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-prince-and-other-tales-by-oscar-wilde/ |
collection children s stories written 1888 dealing primarily love selfishness stories generally sad moralistic message collection includes happy prince nightingale rose selfish giant devoted friend remarkable rocket summary written joy chan p |
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History of the Peloponnesian War |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
*Non-fiction, History |
The History of the Peloponnesian War is an account of the Peloponnesian War in Ancient Greece, fought between the Peloponnesian League (led by Sparta) and the Delian League (led by Athens) in the 5th Century BC. It was written by Thucydides, an Athenian general who served in the war. It is widely considered a classic and regarded as one of the earliest scholarly works of history. The History is divided into eight books. These book divisions are the work of editors in later antiquity.</p>\n<p>W. R. Connor [...] describes Thucydides as "an artist who responds to, selects and skillfully arranges his material, and develops its symbolic and emotional potential."<br />\n(Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-peloponnesian-war-by-thucydides/ |
history peloponnesian war account peloponnesian war ancient greece fought peloponnesian league led sparta delian league led athens 5th century bc written thucydides athenian general served war widely considered classic regarded one earliest scholarly works history history divided eight books book divisions work editors later antiquity p p w r connor describes thucydides an artist responds to selects skillfully arranges material develops symbolic emotional potential br summary wikipedia |
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Hunting of the Snark |
Lewis Carroll |
Poetry |
This is a whimsical poem that takes the reader on a sailing hunt for the mythical Snark. The Bellman, the Butcher, the Baker, the Beaver and others named and unnamed provide a fast-paced, almost maniacal, romp to find the ellusive Snark. In the reading, you begin to suspect that Dr. Seuss may have found some inspiration from Carroll. The reading is a fast ride of thirty minutes and is suitable for children and adults alike. (Review written by Robert Garrison)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunting-of-the-snark-by-lewis-carroll/ |
whimsical poem takes reader sailing hunt mythical snark bellman butcher baker beaver others named unnamed provide fast paced almost maniacal romp find ellusive snark reading begin suspect dr seuss may found inspiration carroll reading fast ride thirty minutes suitable children adults alike review written robert garrison p |
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Innocence of Father Brown |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
<em>The Innocence of Father Brown</em> (1911) is the first of five collections of mystery stories by G. K. Chesterton starring an unimposing but surprisingly capable Roman Catholic priest. Father Brown's ability to uncover the truth behind the mystery continually surpasses that of the "experts" around him, who are fooled into underestimation by the priest's unimpressive outward appearance and, often, by their own prejudices about Christianity. Combining captivating stories and insightful commentary, <em>The Innocence of Father Brown</em> is a delightful read. (Summary by Brian Roberg)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-innocence-of-father-brown-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
em the innocence father brown em 1911 first five collections mystery stories g k chesterton starring unimposing surprisingly capable roman catholic priest father brown s ability uncover truth behind mystery continually surpasses experts around him fooled underestimation priest s unimpressive outward appearance and often prejudices christianity combining captivating stories insightful commentary em the innocence father brown em delightful read summary brian roberg p |
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Innocents Abroad |
Mark Twain |
Travel Fiction |
Writer/entertainer Garrison Keillor (A Prairie Home Companion) on “The Innocents Abroad”: “…one of the best selling travel books of all time.” (The Writer’s Almanac, June 8, 2012)<BR><BR>\nWhen you dive into Mark Twain’s (Samuel Clemens’) The Innocents Abroad, you have to be ready to learn more about the unadorned, ungilded reality of 19th century “touring” than you might think you want to learn. This is a tough, literary journey. It was tough for Twain and his fellow “pilgrims”, both religious and otherwise. They set out, on a June day in 1867, to visit major tourist sites in Europe and the near east, including Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Syria, “the Holy Land”, and Egypt. What Twain records, in often humorous, sometimes grotesque but always fascinating detail, are the day-to-day ups and downs of discovering the truth about people and places. The truths they learn are often far different than their education and rumor have made them preconceive.\n<BR><BR>\nThis is a voyage of discovery. It’s long and, in places, tiresome. But it’s revelatory about so much. As with some of his other works, Twain includes popular prejudices of his time, which are today considered socially unacceptable. His references to “Indians”, “Negroes” and “infidels” come to mind.\n<BR><BR>\nBeyond the lows, though, there are the highs of Twain’s cutting wit and insight as he guides us along the bumpy and often dangerous voyage.\n<BR><BR>No need to buckle up. Just take it slow, and steady…like the journey itself. (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-innocents-abroad-by-mark-twain/ |
writer entertainer garrison keillor a prairie home companion the innocents abroad one best selling travel books time the writer s almanac june 8 2012 br br dive mark twain s samuel clemens innocents abroad ready learn unadorned ungilded reality 19th century touring might think want learn tough literary journey tough twain fellow pilgrims religious otherwise set out june day 1867 visit major tourist sites europe near east including greece turkey lebanon syria the holy land egypt twain records often humorous sometimes grotesque always fascinating detail day to day ups downs discovering truth people places truths learn often far different education rumor made preconceive br br voyage discovery it s long and places tiresome it s revelatory much works twain includes popular prejudices time today considered socially unacceptable references indians negroes infidels come mind br br beyond lows though highs twain s cutting wit insight guides us along bumpy often dangerous voyage br br no need buckle up take slow steady like journey itself summary john greenman p |
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Invisible Man |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
<i>The Invisible Man</i> (1897) is one of the most famous science fiction novels of all time. Written by H.G. Wells (1866-1946), it tells the story of a scientist who discovers the secret of invisibility and uses it on himself. The story begins as the Invisible Man, with a bandaged face and a heavy coat and gloves, takes a train to lodge in a country inn whilst he tries to discover the antidote and make himself visible again. The book inspired several films and is notable for its vivid descriptions of the invisible man--no mean feat, given that you can't see him!</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/invisible-man-by-h-g-wells/ |
i the invisible man i 1897 one famous science fiction novels time written h g wells 1866 1946 tells story scientist discovers secret invisibility uses himself story begins invisible man bandaged face heavy coat gloves takes train lodge country inn whilst tries discover antidote make visible again book inspired several films notable vivid descriptions invisible man no mean feat given can t see him p |
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King in Yellow (part 1) |
Robert W. Chambers |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
Robert W. Chambers (1865-1933) studied art in Paris in the late 80's and early 90's, where his work was displayed at the Salon. However, shortly after returning to America, he decided to spend his time in writing. He became popular as the writer of a number of romantic novels, but is now best known as the author of "The King In Yellow". This is a collection of the first half of this work of short stories which have an eerie, other-worldly feel to it; but the stories in the second half are essentially love stories, strongly coloured by the author's life as an artist in France.</p>\n<p>Only the first half of the collection of stories is presented here: the earlier stories are all coloured by the background presence of a play, "The King In Yellow" itself, which corrupts those who read it, and opens them to horrible experiences and to visions of a ghastly other world, lit by dark stars and distorted skies. This half of the collection is completed by a few very short pieces and two rather strange and beautiful stories of love and time, loneliness and death. (summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/king-in-yellow-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
robert w chambers 1865 1933 studied art paris late 80 s early 90 s work displayed salon however shortly returning america decided spend time writing became popular writer number romantic novels best known author the king yellow collection first half work short stories eerie other worldly feel it stories second half essentially love stories strongly coloured author s life artist france p p only first half collection stories presented here earlier stories coloured background presence play the king yellow itself corrupts read it opens horrible experiences visions ghastly world lit dark stars distorted skies half collection completed short pieces two rather strange beautiful stories love time loneliness death summary peter yearsley p |
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Legend of Sleepy Hollow |
Washington Irving |
Detective Fiction |
The quiet Dutch community of Sleepy Hollow lay in the Adirondack mountains on the western shore of the mighty Hudson River in America’s colonial period. The solitude of the woods was breathtaking, and not even a schoolmaster was immune from the eerie miasma which everyone knew permeated the dense forest. Written in 1820, Washington Irving’s The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow has become a classic of American literature, and has been retold in many different ways. Here is the original, from Irving’s own hand. (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow-by-washington-irving/ |
quiet dutch community sleepy hollow lay adirondack mountains western shore mighty hudson river america s colonial period solitude woods breathtaking even schoolmaster immune eerie miasma everyone knew permeated dense forest written 1820 washington irving s legend sleepy hollow become classic american literature retold many different ways original irving s hand summary chip p |
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Chronicles of Canada Volume 03 - Founder of New France: A Chronicle of Champlain |
Charles W. Colby |
Early Modern |
For Canada, Champlain is not alone a heroic explorer of the seventeenth century, but the founder of Quebec; and it is a rich part of our heritage that he founded New France in the spirit of unselfishness, of loyalty, and of faith.<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-founder-of-new-france-a-chronicle-of-champlain/ |
canada champlain alone heroic explorer seventeenth century founder quebec rich part heritage founded new france spirit unselfishness loyalty faith p |
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Ivanhoe |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Follows the fortunes of the son of a noble Saxon family in Norman England as he woos his lady, disobeys his father, and is loved by another. Set in late 12C England and in Palestine with Richard Cœur-de-Lion at the Crusades, it's another ripping historical yarn by Scott (summary by annise)</p> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/ivanhoe-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p follows fortunes son noble saxon family norman england woos lady disobeys father loved another set late 12c england palestine richard cœur de lion crusades another ripping historical yarn scott summary annise p |
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Turn of the Screw |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p><em>The Turn of the Screw</em> is a novella written by Henry James. It is a ghost story that was originally published in 1898. A nameless governess reports the events of two ghosts who stalk the young children she has charge over. Is she reliable, or an imaginative neurotic? </p>\n<p><em>(Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</em>\n</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-turn-of-the-screw-by-henry-james/ |
p em the turn screw em novella written henry james ghost story originally published 1898 nameless governess reports events two ghosts stalk young children charge over reliable imaginative neurotic p p em summary adapted wikipedia em p |
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Velveteen Rabbit |
Margery Williams |
Children's Fiction |
<p><em>"What is REAL?"</em> asked the Rabbit one day...</p>\n<p>Written in 1922, <em>The Velveteen Rabbit</em>, or, <em>How Toys Become Real</em> is the tale of a sweet unassuming toy rabbit who questions what it is to live and to love. It was the first children's title written by Margery Williams (1881 - 1944), who had previously created only for adults. This story eclipsed all others, to become her most famous work, and an ever adored classic for all ages. (Summary written by Marlo Dianne)</p>\n<p><em>"It was by a sort of accident that The Velveteen Rabbit became the beginning of all the stories I have written since…By thinking about toys and remembering toys, they suddenly become very much alive. Toys I had loved as a little girl--my almost forgotten Tubby, who was the rabbit, and Old Dobbin, the Skin Horse, and the toys my children had loved."</em> -- Margery Williams\n</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-velveteen-rabbit-by-margery-williams/ |
p em what real em asked rabbit one day p p written 1922 em the velveteen rabbit em or em how toys become real em tale sweet unassuming toy rabbit questions live love first children s title written margery williams 1881 1944 previously created adults story eclipsed others become famous work ever adored classic ages summary written marlo dianne p p em it sort accident velveteen rabbit became beginning stories written since by thinking toys remembering toys suddenly become much alive toys loved little girl my almost forgotten tubby rabbit old dobbin skin horse toys children loved em margery williams p |
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Velveteen Rabbit (version 2) |
Margery Williams |
Children's Fiction |
This classic story by Margery Williams, published in 1922, imparts the timeless message that toys need not be expensive or modern to be appreciated. Through giving and receiving love, even a commonplace stuffed animal can become real in the eyes of a child. This recording, read by a mother and daughter, is dedicated to Barbara Bear, who is real.<br /><br />Read by Barbara Bear and Mama Bear</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-velveteen-rabbit-duet-by-margery-williams/ |
classic story margery williams published 1922 imparts timeless message toys need expensive modern appreciated giving receiving love even commonplace stuffed animal become real eyes child recording read mother daughter dedicated barbara bear real br br read barbara bear mama bear p |
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Vicar of Wakefield |
Oliver Goldsmith |
Published before 1800 |
<p>Published in 1766 'The Vicar of Wakefield' was Oliver Goldsmith's only novel. It was thought to have been sold to the publisher for £60 on Oliver Goldsmith's behalf by Dr Johnson to enable Goldsmith to pay off outstanding rent and to release himself from his landlady's arrest.<br />\nIt is the story of the family of Dr Primrose, a benevolent vicar, and follows them through their fall from fortune and their ultimate rise again. The story provides insight into family life and circumstances in the mid 18th century and the plot has many aspects of a pantomime like quality: Impersonation, deception, an aristocratic villain and the abduction of a beautiful heroine.<br />\nGoldsmith himself dissipated his savings on gambling whilst a student at Trinity College Dublin and subsequently travelled in Europe sustaining himself by playing the flute and disputing doctrinal matters in monasteries and universities. Later he worked as an apothecary's assistant, a doctor and a school usher (experiences shared in this story by Dr Primrose's son).<br />\n(Summary by Martin Clifton)</p> |
English |
1766 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicar-of-wakefield-by-oliver-goldsmith/ |
p published 1766 the vicar wakefield oliver goldsmith s novel thought sold publisher 60 oliver goldsmith s behalf dr johnson enable goldsmith pay outstanding rent release landlady s arrest br story family dr primrose benevolent vicar follows fall fortune ultimate rise again story provides insight family life circumstances mid 18th century plot many aspects pantomime like quality impersonation deception aristocratic villain abduction beautiful heroine br goldsmith dissipated savings gambling whilst student trinity college dublin subsequently travelled europe sustaining playing flute disputing doctrinal matters monasteries universities later worked apothecary s assistant doctor school usher experiences shared story dr primrose s son br summary martin clifton p |
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Village Blacksmith |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you eleven different recordings of <em>The Village Blacksmith</em>, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 1st, 2006.<br /><br /> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-village-blacksmith-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
br librivox volunteers bring eleven different recordings em the village blacksmith em henry wadsworth longfellow weekly poetry project week october 1st 2006 br br |
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War of the Worlds |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
H. G. Wells wrote <em>The War of the Worlds</em> in 1898, when there was much speculation about life on the planet Mars. The book is considered to be one of the first science fiction novels. In the story, an English gentleman narrates the events of a violent and fast paced Martian invasion.</p>\n<p>The frightening images of people fleeing from gigantic tripod machines and the prospect of life under Martian rule have served as a bottomless well of inspiration for popular culture. The novel has served as a template for many derivative or inspired works, including comics, countless books, a tv series, several films, a bestselling musical, and the famous Orson Wells broadcast. Overall, <em>The War of the Worlds</em> has become an early milestone in and inspiration for the invasion genre.</p>\n<p>The novel demonstrates Wells' typical pessimistic outlook on human nature and offers a good deal of critisism on society and people's ignorance and vanity. <em>The War of the Worlds</em> can be read as an indictment of European colonial actions around the globe at that time - with which the injustice of the Martian invasion can be compared. Wells has since been credited with predicting quite a number of technologies, such as laser-like rays, industrial robot-like machines, and chemical-warfare.<br />(Summary by Stephan Möbius and Annie Coleman)</p>\n<p><b>Illustrations by </b><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/91">Stephan Möbius</a></b><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 1: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/00_chapter00__map_of_surrey.gif">Map of Surrey</a><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 5: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/01_chapter04__the_cylinder_opens.gif">The Cylinder Opens - 1</a>, <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/02_chapter04__the_cylinder_opens_2.gif">The Cylinder Opens - 2</a><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 11: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/03_chapter10__in_the_storm.gif">In the Storm</a><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 12: <a >At the Window</a><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 16: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/05_chapter15__what_had_happened_in_surrey.gif">What Had Happened in Surrey</a><br>\nBook 1 - Chapter 17: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/06_chapter16__the_exodus_from_london.gif">The Exodus from London</a><br>\nBook 2 - Chapter 2: <a href="http://archive.org/details/waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox/07_chapter18__under_foot.gif">Under Foot</a><br></p>\n\n\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-of-the-worlds-by-h-g-wells-group/ |
h g wells wrote em the war worlds em 1898 much speculation life planet mars book considered one first science fiction novels story english gentleman narrates events violent fast paced martian invasion p p the frightening images people fleeing gigantic tripod machines prospect life martian rule served bottomless well inspiration popular culture novel served template many derivative inspired works including comics countless books tv series several films bestselling musical famous orson wells broadcast overall em the war worlds em become early milestone inspiration invasion genre p p the novel demonstrates wells typical pessimistic outlook human nature offers good deal critisism society people s ignorance vanity em the war worlds em read indictment european colonial actions around globe time injustice martian invasion compared wells since credited predicting quite number technologies laser like rays industrial robot like machines chemical warfare br summary stephan möbius annie coleman p p b illustrations b a href http librivox org reader 91 stephan möbius a b br book 1 chapter 1 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 00_chapter00__map_of_surrey gif map surrey a br book 1 chapter 5 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 01_chapter04__the_cylinder_opens gif the cylinder opens 1 a a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 02_chapter04__the_cylinder_opens_2 gif the cylinder opens 2 a br book 1 chapter 11 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 03_chapter10__in_the_storm gif in storm a br book 1 chapter 12 a at window a br book 1 chapter 16 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 05_chapter15__what_had_happened_in_surrey gif what happened surrey a br book 1 chapter 17 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 06_chapter16__the_exodus_from_london gif the exodus london a br book 2 chapter 2 a href http archive org details waroftheworlds_illustrations_librivox 07_chapter18__under_foot gif under foot a br p |
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Warden |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
<p> Amongst the great popular novelists of the nineteenth century who are still read today, Anthony Trollope stands alongside his contemporary, Charles Dickens. His two series of novels, the political (The Pallisers) and the clerical (The Barsetshire Chronicles) are the best known. This book is the first of the Barsetshire series and was also Trollope’s first really successful novel.\n\n <br><br>In the mid nineteenth century there were a number of financial scandals in the Church of England including those of Rochester, where the endowments which should have supported the King’s School Canterbury had been diverted to the Dean and Chapter; and of the hospital of St Cross at Winchester where the Rev. Francis North, later the Earl of Guildford, had been appointed to the mastership of the hospital by his father the bishop. The revenues of the hospital were very considerable, the work involved minimal. The scandal soon broke.\n\n <br><br>Trollope based ‘The Warden’ on the St Cross case, but in the novel the Warden is a kindly, devoted, priest, beloved by all that knew him and is racked by fear that he is accepting money to which he is not entitled. His antagonist is his prospective son-in-law John Bold and his (somewhat unwelcome) ally is one of Trollope’s strongest characters, the Archdeacon of Barchester, Dr. Theophilus Grantly. (summary by Andy Minter)\n</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p amongst great popular novelists nineteenth century still read today anthony trollope stands alongside contemporary charles dickens two series novels political the pallisers clerical the barsetshire chronicles best known book first barsetshire series also trollope s first really successful novel br br in mid nineteenth century number financial scandals church england including rochester endowments supported king s school canterbury diverted dean chapter hospital st cross winchester rev francis north later earl guildford appointed mastership hospital father bishop revenues hospital considerable work involved minimal scandal soon broke br br trollope based the warden st cross case novel warden kindly devoted priest beloved knew racked fear accepting money entitled antagonist prospective son in law john bold somewhat unwelcome ally one trollope s strongest characters archdeacon barchester dr theophilus grantly summary andy minter p |
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Waste Land |
T. S. Eliot |
Poetry |
<p><em>The Waste Land</em> is a highly influential 433-line modernist poem by T. S. Eliot. It is perhaps the most famous and most written-about long poem of the 20th century, dealing with the decline of civilization and the impossibility of recovering meaning in life. Despite the alleged obscurity of the poem—its shifts between satire and prophecy, its abrupt and unannounced changes of speaker, location and time, its elegiac but intimidating summoning up of a vast and dissonant range of cultures and literatures—the poem has nonetheless become a familiar touchstone of modern literature. Among its famous phrases are “April is the cruelest month” (its first line); “I will show you fear in a handful of dust”; and “Shantih shantih shantih” (its last line). The title is sometimes mistakenly written as “The Wasteland”. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-waste-land-by-t-s-eliot/ |
p em the waste land em highly influential 433 line modernist poem t s eliot perhaps famous written about long poem 20th century dealing decline civilization impossibility recovering meaning life despite alleged obscurity poem its shifts satire prophecy abrupt unannounced changes speaker location time elegiac intimidating summoning vast dissonant range cultures literatures the poem nonetheless become familiar touchstone modern literature among famous phrases april cruelest month its first line i show fear handful dust shantih shantih shantih its last line title sometimes mistakenly written the wasteland summary wikipedia org p |
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Wind in the Willows (version 2) |
Kenneth Grahame |
Animals & Nature |
<p>This much-loved story follows a group of animal friends in the English countryside as they pursue adventure ... and as adventure pursues them! The chief characters - Mole, Rat, and Toad - generally lead upbeat and happy lives, but their tales are leavened with moments of terror, homesickness, awe, madcap antics, and derring-do.</p>\n<p>Although classed as children's literature, The Wind in the Willows holds a gentle fascination for adults too. The vocabulary is decidedly not "Dick and Jane", and a reader with a love of words will find new ones to treasure, even if well-equipped for the journey. Parents will appreciate the themes of loyalty, manners, self-restraint, and comradeship which are evident throughout the book. When the characters err, they are prompt to acknowlege it, and so a reading of this book can model good behavior to children, who will otherwise be enchanted with the many ways in which the lives of these bucolic characters differ from modern life.</p>\n<p>This book was so successful that it enabled the author to retire from banking and take up a country life somewhat like that of his creations. It has been adapted for screen, stage, and even a ride at the original Disneyland.<br />(Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-willows-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
p this much loved story follows group animal friends english countryside pursue adventure adventure pursues them chief characters mole rat toad generally lead upbeat happy lives tales leavened moments terror homesickness awe madcap antics derring do p p although classed children s literature wind willows holds gentle fascination adults too vocabulary decidedly dick jane reader love words find new ones treasure even well equipped journey parents appreciate themes loyalty manners self restraint comradeship evident throughout book characters err prompt acknowlege it reading book model good behavior children otherwise enchanted many ways lives bucolic characters differ modern life p p this book successful enabled author retire banking take country life somewhat like creations adapted screen stage even ride original disneyland br summary mark f smith p |
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Wisdom of Father Brown |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
<p>This is the second of five books of short stories about G. K. Chesterton’s fictional detective, first published in 1914. Father Brown is a short, nondescript Catholic Priest with shapeless clothes and a large umbrella who has an uncanny insight into human evil. His methods, unlike those of his near contemporary Sherlock Holmes, although based on observation of details often unnoticed by others, tended to be intuitive rather than deductive. Although clearly devout, he always emphasizes rationality: despite his religiousness and his belief in God and miracles, he manages to see the perfectly ordinary, natural explanation of the problem. He is a devout, educated and "civilized" clergyman, who is totally familiar with contemporary and secular thought and behavior. His character was thought to be based on Father John O'Connor (1870 - 1952), a parish priest in Bradford, Yorkshire. (Summary by Martin)\n</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-wisdom-of-father-brown-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p this second five books short stories g k chesterton s fictional detective first published 1914 father brown short nondescript catholic priest shapeless clothes large umbrella uncanny insight human evil methods unlike near contemporary sherlock holmes although based observation details often unnoticed others tended intuitive rather deductive although clearly devout always emphasizes rationality despite religiousness belief god miracles manages see perfectly ordinary natural explanation problem devout educated civilized clergyman totally familiar contemporary secular thought behavior character thought based father john o connor 1870 1952 parish priest bradford yorkshire summary martin p |
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唐诗三百首 卷一 Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 1 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>The Tang Dynasty (618 to 907) was a golden age of Chinese culture: religion and philosophy, painting and calligraphy, sculpture, architecture and music all reached peaks of perfection. Poetry was the epitome of the arts: a scholastic requirement, a route to fame, a moulder of character. Nearly 50,000 poems of the Tang have survived. The collection 'Three Hundred Tang Poems' was compiled around 1763. It comprises six volumes, with poems grouped by verse form. Volume 1 covers the 'ancient verse' style in five-character lines (poems 1 to 35), and 'folk song style verse' (36 to 45). The masters Li Bai, Du Fu and Wang Wei are well represented here. </p>\n<p>Recordings in this volume are in Cantonese, Hokkien, Mandarin and Taiwanese, as indicated in the titles; some are spoken, others are sung. (Summary by David Barnes)</p>\n<p>Files containing the text in both Chinese and English for the individual poems in this collection can be downloaded by poem number in pdf format from <a href="http://www.archive.org/details/300_tang_poems_vol_1_librivox">LibriVox’s Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 1 Internet Archive page</a><p> |
Chinese |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/three-hundred-tang-poems-volume-1-by-various/ |
p the tang dynasty 618 907 golden age chinese culture religion philosophy painting calligraphy sculpture architecture music reached peaks perfection poetry epitome arts scholastic requirement route fame moulder character nearly 50 000 poems tang survived collection three hundred tang poems compiled around 1763 comprises six volumes poems grouped verse form volume 1 covers ancient verse style five character lines poems 1 35 folk song style verse 36 45 masters li bai du fu wang wei well represented here p p recordings volume cantonese hokkien mandarin taiwanese indicated titles spoken others sung summary david barnes p p files containing text chinese english individual poems collection downloaded poem number pdf format a href http www archive org details 300_tang_poems_vol_1_librivox librivox s three hundred tang poems volume 1 internet archive page a p |
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Three Short Works |
Gustave Flaubert |
Short Stories |
<p>Here is a collection of strikingly different pieces by Flaubert: a prose poem in the voices of Death, Satan and Nero; the trials and apotheosis of a medieval saint; and the life of a selfless maid in 19th century France. Each exhibits the vigorous exactness, and the mixture of realism and romanticism, for which Flaubert is renowned.</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/three-short-works-by-gustav-flaubert/ |
p here collection strikingly different pieces flaubert prose poem voices death satan nero trials apotheosis medieval saint life selfless maid 19th century france exhibits vigorous exactness mixture realism romanticism flaubert renowned p |
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Through the Looking-Glass |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Through the Looking Glass, the sequel to Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, was written in 1872 and it finds Alice in a land when she walks through a mirror into the Looking-Glass House. The land is full of mythological creatures and characters and nursery rhyme characters. Alice makes a guest appearance in a bizarre game of chess with Humpty Dumpty! A charming, witty story! (Summary by Aldark)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-by-lewis-carroll/ |
p through looking glass sequel lewis carroll s alice s adventures wonderland written 1872 finds alice land walks mirror looking glass house land full mythological creatures characters nursery rhyme characters alice makes guest appearance bizarre game chess humpty dumpty charming witty story summary aldark p |
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Märchen 2 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhundert begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen und viele andere. Diese Märchen wurden später stark editiert und beschönt. Die hier vorliegenden Versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen, teils drastischen Fassungen.<br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)\n</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-2/ |
p anfang des 19 jahrhundert begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die märchen der gebrüder grimm weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen und viele andere diese märchen wurden später stark editiert und beschönt die hier vorliegenden versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen teils drastischen fassungen br zusammenfassung von rainer p |
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Märchen 1 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die <em>Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm</em> weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen und viele andere. Diese Märchen wurden später stark editiert und 'beschönt'. Die hier vorliegenden Versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen, teils drastischen Fassungen.<br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-1/ |
p anfang des 19 jahrhunderts begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die em märchen der gebrüder grimm em weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen und viele andere diese märchen wurden später stark editiert und beschönt die hier vorliegenden versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen teils drastischen fassungen br zusammenfassung von rainer p |
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To His Coy Mistress |
Andrew Marvell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you eleven different recordings of To His Coy Mistress, by Andrew Marvell, one of the greatest seduction speeches of all time. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 23th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/to-his-coy-mistress-by-andrew-marvell/ |
p librivox volunteers bring eleven different recordings coy mistress andrew marvell one greatest seduction speeches time weekly poetry project week july 23th 2006 p |
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3563 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 016 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-016-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
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Adventures of Tom Sawyer |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction |
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (published 1876) is a very well-known and popular story concerning American youth. Mark Twain's lively tale of the scrapes and adventures of boyhood is set in St. Petersburg, Missouri, where Tom Sawyer and his friend Huckleberry Finn have the kinds of adventures many boys can imagine: racing bugs during class, impressing girls, especially Becky Thatcher, with fights and stunts in the schoolyard, getting lost in a cave, and playing pirates on the Mississippi River.<br><br>\nOne of the most famous incidents in the book describes how Tom persuades his friends to do a boring, hateful chore for him: whitewashing (i.e., painting) a fence.<br><br>\nThis was the first novel to be written on a typewriter.<br><br>\n(Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/tom-sawyer-by-mark-twain/ |
adventures tom sawyer published 1876 well known popular story concerning american youth mark twain s lively tale scrapes adventures boyhood set st petersburg missouri tom sawyer friend huckleberry finn kinds adventures many boys imagine racing bugs class impressing girls especially becky thatcher fights stunts schoolyard getting lost cave playing pirates mississippi river br br one famous incidents book describes tom persuades friends boring hateful chore him whitewashing i e painting fence br br first novel written typewriter br br summary wikipedia |
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Treasure Island |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Treasure Island is an adventure novel, a thrilling tale of "buccaneers and buried gold." Traditionally considered a coming of age story, it is an adventure tale of superb atmosphere, character and action, and also a wry commentary on the ambiguity of morality—as seen in Long John Silver—unusual for children's literature then and now. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
p treasure island adventure novel thrilling tale buccaneers buried gold traditionally considered coming age story adventure tale superb atmosphere character action also wry commentary ambiguity morality as seen long john silver unusual children s literature now summary wikipedia org p |
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450 |
Tristan and Iseult |
Joseph Bédier |
Romance |
<p>This is the Arthurian legend of Tristan and Iseult. It is a tale of love, honour, intrigue, betrayal and jealousy, ending ultimately in tragedy. This story predates that of Lancelot and Guinevere, and is one of the most influential romances of the medieval period, inspiring many artists, from story-tellers to painters to composers.<br />\n(Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/tristan-and-iseult-by-joseph-bedier/ |
p this arthurian legend tristan iseult tale love honour intrigue betrayal jealousy ending ultimately tragedy story predates lancelot guinevere one influential romances medieval period inspiring many artists story tellers painters composers br summary joy chan p |
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451 |
Twas the Night Before Christmas (A Visit From St. Nicholas) |
Clement Clarke Moore |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox volunteers bring you nine different readings of Clement C. Moore's <em>'Twas the Night Before Christmas</em>, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/twas-the-night-before-christmas-by-clement-c-moore/ |
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452 |
Typee |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Typee is Herman Melville's first book, recounting his experiences after having jumped ship in the Marquesas Islands in 1842, and becoming a captive of a cannibal island tribe. It was an immediate success in America and England, and was Melville's most popular work during his lifetime. It was not until the end of the 1930's that it was surpassed in popularity by Moby Dick, more than thirty years after his death. The story provoked harsh criticism for its condemnation of missionary efforts in the Pacific Islands. Many sought to discredit the book, claiming that it was a work of fiction, but this criticism ended when the events it described were corroborated by Melville's fellow castaway, Richard T. Greene, who appears in the story as the character Toby (Summary by Michael)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/typee-by-herman-melville/ |
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453 |
United States Historical Documents |
Various |
Law, Modern (19th C) |
<p>The Articles of Confederation: On November 15th, 1777 The Articles of Confederation became the first constitution of the United States, though not yet ratified by the thirteen original colonies. Ratification of the Articles took place almost three and a half years later on March 1st, 1781. The purpose of the articles was to create a confederation of sovereign states with a weak central government; thus allowing state governments to wield most of the power. It wasn’t long before the need for a stronger federal government was realized which led to the Articles being replaced by the United States Constitution. The Articles of Confederation is the common term for The Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union. </p>\n<p>The U.S. Constitution: The United States Constitution is the legal backbone of the United States of America and comprises the basic laws of the United States Federal Government. Delegates from twelve of the thirteen original colonies put the Constitution’s frame work together in May 1787 in Philadelphia. The Constitution defines the three branches of government and their jurisdictions; they are the Executive Branch (President/Vice President), Legislative Branch (Congress comprised of the Senate & House of Representatives), and the Judicial Branch (the Supreme Court). The need for three branches of government was to create a separation of powers so that not one person or group has full responsibilities, but that they’re spread out and each branch must refer to the other by a means of checks and balances.</p>\n<p>The Declaration of Independence: The Declaration of Independence is a document that is the epitome of freedom and liberty. It was drafted by Thomas Jefferson in 1776 as a list of grievances against the King of England, George III. The Declaration expresses the conviction of Americans in a philosophy of self-evident truths of what individual liberty and freedom should be. The Declaration was the beginning to separation from England and the catalyst for a birth of a nation.</p>\n<p>The Gettysburg Address: The Gettysburg Address is considered one of the greatest and most quoted speeches of a President throughout American history. President Abraham Lincoln gave his address on the battlefield at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on November 19th, 1863. It was a few months after the battle at Gettysburg was over, the purpose of Lincoln being there was to consecrate a cemetery to the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. It is believed that Lincoln’s main goal of this opportunity was to fight for the United States as a united country and to express the equality of all under the law. (Summaries by Aldark)\n</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/us-historical-documents/ |
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Über die Weiber |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>In diesem vielzitierten Essay aus dem Jahre 1851 ist Schopenhauers generell herablassende Einstellung zu Frauen zusammengefaßt. Frauen, laut Schopenhauer, sind Wesen zweiter Klasse mit weniger Vernunft als Maenner, und sind biologisch zur List und Intrige getrieben... Schopenhauers dominante Mutter Johanna, eine bekannte Schriftstellerin, wird oft als Ursache für die Frauenfeindlichkeit ihres Sohns genannt.<br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Gesine)</p> |
German |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/ueber-die-weiber-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
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2378 |
2722 |
Jerusalem |
William Blake |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of <em>Jerusalem</em> by William Blake. This was the fortnightly poetry project for November 30th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1804 |
https://librivox.org/jerusalem-by-william-blake/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings em jerusalem em william blake fortnightly poetry project november 30th 2008 p |
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456 |
Dream Days |
Kenneth Grahame |
Children's Fiction |
Dream Days is a collection of children's fiction and reminiscences of childhood written by Kenneth Grahame. A sequel to Grahame's 1895 collection The Golden Age (some of its selections feature the same family of five children), Dream Days was first published in 1898 under the imprint John Lane: The Bodley Head. (The first six selections in the book had been previously published in periodicals of the day—in the Yellow Book, the New Review, and in Scribner's Magazine in the United States.) The book is best known for its inclusion of Grahame's classic story <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search.php?title=reluctant+dragon&author;=&status=complete&action=Search">The Reluctant Dragon</a>.<br /><br > Like its precursor volume, Dream Days received strong approval from the literary critics of the day. In the decades since, the book has perhaps suffered a reputation as a thinner and weaker sequel to The Golden Age—except for its single hit story. In one modern estimation, both books "paint a convincingly unsentimental picture of childhood, with the adults in these sketches totally out of touch with the real concerns of the young people around them, including their griefs and rages." Its concern is chiefly with the lands of imagination, ranging from a reconnaisance of men of solitude, a disastrous introduction of a girl to the narrator's private castle in the clouds, derring-do on the high seas, and, of course, an encounter with a dragon. Its concluding bittersweet story bids a reluctant farewell to the dream days of childhood. (Summary by Wikipedia and Catharine Eastman)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/dream-days-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
dream days collection children s fiction reminiscences childhood written kenneth grahame sequel grahame s 1895 collection golden age some selections feature family five children dream days first published 1898 imprint john lane bodley head the first six selections book previously published periodicals day in yellow book new review scribner s magazine united states book best known inclusion grahame s classic story a href http librivox org newcatalog search php title reluctant dragon author status complete action search the reluctant dragon a br br like precursor volume dream days received strong approval literary critics day decades since book perhaps suffered reputation thinner weaker sequel golden age except single hit story one modern estimation books paint convincingly unsentimental picture childhood adults sketches totally touch real concerns young people around them including griefs rages concern chiefly lands imagination ranging reconnaisance men solitude disastrous introduction girl narrator s private castle clouds derring do high seas and course encounter dragon concluding bittersweet story bids reluctant farewell dream days childhood summary wikipedia catharine eastman p |
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457 |
Ulysses |
James Joyce |
Published 1900 onward |
<br /><strong><em>NOTE:</em> </strong> <em>Because of the nature of this project, there was a bending of usual LibriVox procedures: pub-like background noise was encouraged, as well as group readings; and no editing was required, so in places there may be some accidental variation from the original text ... <strong>Listener be warned!</strong></em> <br /><br />\n<em>Here is some more information about the <a href="http://librivox.org/2009/11/22/about-that-ulysses-recording/">genesis of the LibriVox Ulysses project</a>.</em> (Summary by Hugh McGuire)<br /><br />\n\nStill one of the most radical novels of the 20th Century, James Joyce's Ulysses is considered to have ushered in the era of the modern novel. Loosely based on Homer's Odyssey, the book follows Leopold Bloom and a number of other characters through an ordinary day, twenty four hours, in Dublin, on June 16, 1904. The text is dense and difficult, but perfectly suited to an oral reading, filled with language tricks, puns and jokes, stream of consciousness, and bawdiness.</br><br />\n<strong>Full cast list for sections 15f and 15g:</strong><br />\nCharacter identifications read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/36">Chip</a><br />\nRead by: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/895">Max Porter Zasada</a><br />\nBloom read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a><br />\nStephen read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/66">Alex Foster</a><br />\nKitty read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/14">Kristin LeMoine</a><br />\nFlorry read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/277">Alessia</a><br />\nZoe read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/83">Catharine Eastman</a><br />\nLynch read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/91">Stephan Möbius</a><br />\nBella, list of names, and sundry characters read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/177">Kymm Zuckert</a><br />\nMarion read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/121">Nikolle Doolin</a><br />\nBoylan read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/252">Rainer</a><br />\nPrivate Carr read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/511">Matthew Shepherd</a><br />\nPrivate Compton read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/447">Seth Woodworth</a><br />\nCissy Caffrey read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br />\nMaginni read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/78">Hugh Mcguire</a><br />\nThe Mother read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/110">Cynthia Lyons</a><br /><br />\n\n<strong>Additional sundry characters and background voices:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/31">Martin Clifton</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/91">Stephan Möbius</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/177">Kymm Zuckert, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/543">Ted Delorme</a>, Hajduk, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/107">John Greenman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/472">Tina Tilney</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/30">Annie Coleman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/554">The Good Reverend Doctor</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/919">Cecilia</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/23">Anita Roy Dobbs</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/14">Kristin LeMoine</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/83">Catharine Eastman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/174">Peter Eastman</a><br /><br />\n\n<strong>The ten segments were edited as follows:</strong><br />\n1st, 5th, and 6th segments with The Woods, The Dance, and The Ghost, were edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/23">Anita Roy Dobbs</a>;<br />\n2nd and 4th segments with The Brothel and The Race were edited and sound designed by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/91">Stephan Möbius</a>;<br />\n3rd and 10th segments with The Affair and The End were edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a>;<br />\n7th segment, with The Chase, was edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/554">The Good Reverend Doctor</a>;<br />\n8th and 9th segments, with The Kings and The Fight, were edited and sound designed by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2142">annelika</a>. <br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ulysses-by-james-joyce/ |
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458 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s first Multilingual Poetry Collection, where LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).<p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-001/ |
librivox s first multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
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459 |
Michael O'Halloran |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>The story of a plucky, optimistic newsboy, Michael O’Halloran, who has been orphaned from a young age and asks nothing of the world but to “Be Square!” This is a warm and joyous story of how Michael makes life sunnier for those around him, bringing joy to all who know him. (Summary by Mary A.)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/michael-ohalloran-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
p the story plucky optimistic newsboy michael o halloran orphaned young age asks nothing world be square warm joyous story michael makes life sunnier around him bringing joy know him summary mary a p |
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461 |
Communist Manifesto |
Friedrich Engels |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
<p>\nKarl Marx and Friedrich Engels wrote their <i>Manifesto</i> in December 1847, as a guide to the fundamental principles and practices of Communists. The <i>Manifesto</i> also predicted the ultimate downfall of the capitalist system.<br />\n\n(Summary written by Gesine)\n</p>\nA recording in the original <em>German</em> language is available <a href="http://librivox.org/manifest-der-kommunistischen-partei-von-karl-marx-und-friedrich-engels/">here</a></p>\n |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-communist-manifesto-by-karl-marx-and-friendrich-engels/ |
p karl marx friedrich engels wrote i manifesto i december 1847 guide fundamental principles practices communists i manifesto i also predicted ultimate downfall capitalist system br summary written gesine p recording original em german em language available a href http librivox org manifest der kommunistischen partei von karl marx und friedrich engels here a p |
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462 |
Congo |
Vachel Lindsay |
Poetry |
<p><em>The Congo</em> is one of the best-known poems by American poet Vachel Lindsay (1879-1931). It was revolutionary in its use of sounds and rhythms — as sounds and rhythms — and includes elaborate annotations to guide its spoken performance. Lindsay categorized <em>The Congo</em> as “higher Vaudeville” and was famous for his exuberant performances of it. The poem’s imagery is racist, but Lindsay was a product of his time — born 14 years after the end of the American Civil War in Abraham Lincoln’s hometown, he revered Lincoln and viewed himself as a friend and supporter of African-American culture.<br />(Summary by Kathy Thile)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-congo-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
p em the congo em one best known poems american poet vachel lindsay 1879 1931 revolutionary use sounds rhythms sounds rhythms includes elaborate annotations guide spoken performance lindsay categorized em the congo em higher vaudeville famous exuberant performances it poem s imagery racist lindsay product time born 14 years end american civil war abraham lincoln s hometown revered lincoln viewed friend supporter african american culture br summary kathy thile p |
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363 |
463 |
Unreality of Time |
John McTaggart |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
John McTaggart was a British metaphysician and philosophical idealist. In this famous article for the periodical Mind, he introduced the notion of the A, B and C series, which was to become a leading theory in explaining the nature of time.</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/unreality_of_time/ |
john mctaggart british metaphysician philosophical idealist famous article periodical mind introduced notion a b c series become leading theory explaining nature time p |
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364 |
464 |
Yosemite |
John Muir |
Nature, Travel & Geography |
John Muir's adventure guide for the Yosemite Valley.<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-yosemite-by-john-muir/ |
john muir s adventure guide yosemite valley p |
| 374 |
365 |
465 |
Constitution of the United States of America, 1787 |
United States Government |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This 1787 document defines the rights and responsibilities of federal government of the United States of America. </p>\n |
English |
1787 |
https://librivox.org/the-constitution-of-the-united-states-of-america-1787/ |
p this 1787 document defines rights responsibilities federal government united states america p |
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367 |
467 |
Chamber Music |
James Joyce |
Poetry |
<p><em>Chamber Music</em> is a collection of poems by James Joyce, first published in May of 1907. The collection originally comprised thirty-four love poems, but two further poems were added before publication ("All day I hear the noise of waters" and "I hear an army charging upon the land").</p>\n<p>Although the poems did not sell well, they received some critical acclaim. Ezra Pound admired the "delicate temperament" of these early poems, while Yeats described "I hear an army charging upon the land" as "a technical and emotional masterpiece". In 1909, Joyce wrote to his wife, "When I wrote [Chamber Music], I was a lonely boy, walking about by myself at night and thinking that one day a girl would love me."</p>\n<p>Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Annie Coleman</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/chamber-music-by-james-joyce/ |
p em chamber music em collection poems james joyce first published may 1907 collection originally comprised thirty four love poems two poems added publication all day hear noise waters i hear army charging upon land p p although poems sell well received critical acclaim ezra pound admired delicate temperament early poems yeats described i hear army charging upon land a technical emotional masterpiece 1909 joyce wrote wife when wrote chamber music lonely boy walking night thinking one day girl would love me p p summary adapted wikipedia annie coleman p |
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Richard II |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
<p><i>Richard II</i> by William Shakespeare is the first of eight plays that portray a historically-informed version of the War of the Roses - beginning in about 1365 and ending with Richard III's death in 1485.</p><p>Edited by J. M. Smallheer and John Gonzalez. (Summary by Cori)</p>\n<p>Characters:<br>\nNarration, Keeper, and Lord - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/30"> Annie Coleman</a><br>\nKing Richard II and First Servant - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167"> Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nNorthumberland and Gaunt - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/36"> Chip</a><br>\nBolingbroke - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/371"> Kayvan Sylvan</a><br>\nAumerle - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/25"> John Gonzalez</a><br>\nHenry Percy - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/263"> Michael Sirois</a><br>\nYork - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/31"> Martin Clifton</a><br>\nMowbray - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204"> Mark F. Smith</a><br>\nSurrey and Willoughby - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/121"> Nikolle Doolin</a><br>\nSalisbury - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94"> David Barnes</a><br>\nBushy and Carlisle - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/457"> Cecelia Prior</a><br>\nBagot, Abbot, Scroop, and Exton - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/29"> Linton</a><br>\nGreen - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/311"> deadwhitemales</a><br>\nQueen Isabel - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/466"> Joy Chan</a><br>\nDuchess of York - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/89"> Kristen McQuillin</a><br>\nBerkeley - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/252"> Rainer</a><br>\nRoss - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/272"> Mr. Baby Man</a><br>\nFitzwater and Groom - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/231"> Sean McKinley</a><br>\nMarshal - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/377"> Lenny Glionna Jr.</a><br>\nCaptain and First Herald - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/159"> Hugh Mac</a><br>\nDuchess of Gloucester - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20"> Gesine</a><br>\nLady - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/200"> Maureen S. O'Brien</a><br>\nGardener, Second Herald, and Second Servant - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19"> Kara Shallenberg</a></p>\n |
English |
1595 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-king-richard-ii-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p i richard ii i william shakespeare first eight plays portray historically informed version war roses beginning 1365 ending richard iii s death 1485 p p edited j m smallheer john gonzalez summary cori p p characters br narration keeper lord read a href http librivox org reader 30 annie coleman a br king richard ii first servant read a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br northumberland gaunt read a href http librivox org reader 36 chip a br bolingbroke read a href http librivox org reader 371 kayvan sylvan a br aumerle read a href http librivox org reader 25 john gonzalez a br henry percy read a href http librivox org reader 263 michael sirois a br york read a href http librivox org reader 31 martin clifton a br mowbray read a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br surrey willoughby read a href http librivox org reader 121 nikolle doolin a br salisbury read a href http librivox org reader 94 david barnes a br bushy carlisle read a href http librivox org reader 457 cecelia prior a br bagot abbot scroop exton read a href http librivox org reader 29 linton a br green read a href http librivox org reader 311 deadwhitemales a br queen isabel read a href http librivox org reader 466 joy chan a br duchess york read a href http librivox org reader 89 kristen mcquillin a br berkeley read a href http librivox org reader 252 rainer a br ross read a href http librivox org reader 272 mr baby man a br fitzwater groom read a href http librivox org reader 231 sean mckinley a br marshal read a href http librivox org reader 377 lenny glionna jr a br captain first herald read a href http librivox org reader 159 hugh mac a br duchess gloucester read a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a br lady read a href http librivox org reader 200 maureen s o brien a br gardener second herald second servant read a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a p |
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470 |
Time and the Gods |
Lord Dunsany |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
Lord Dunsany (24 July 1878 – 25 October 1957) was a London-born Anglo-Irish writer and dramatist notable for his work in fantasy. He was influenced by Algernon Swinburne, who wrote the line "Time and the Gods are at strife" in his 1866 poem "Hymn to Proserpine", as well as by the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. In turn, Dunsany's influence was felt by H. P. Lovecraft and Ursula K. Le Guin. Arthur C. Clarke corresponded with Dunsany between 1944 and 1956. Those letters are collected in the book Arthur C. Clarke & Lord Dunsany: A Correspondence. Time and the Gods, a series of short stories written in a myth-like style, was first published in 1906. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/time-and-the-gods-by-lord-dunsany/ |
lord dunsany 24 july 1878 25 october 1957 london born anglo irish writer dramatist notable work fantasy influenced algernon swinburne wrote line time gods strife 1866 poem hymn proserpine well fairy tales brothers grimm hans christian andersen turn dunsany s influence felt h p lovecraft ursula k le guin arthur c clarke corresponded dunsany 1944 1956 letters collected book arthur c clarke lord dunsany correspondence time gods series short stories written myth like style first published 1906 summary wikipedia p |
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473 |
Mysticism: A Study in Nature and Development of Spiritual Consciousness |
Evelyn Underhill |
Christianity - Other |
<p>This classic gives a basic outline of Christian mysticism. (Summary by Joy)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mysticism-a-study-in-nature-and-development-of-spiritual-consciousness-by-evelyn-underhill/ |
p this classic gives basic outline christian mysticism summary joy p |
| 379 |
371 |
474 |
Spanish Poetry Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Spanish Poetry Collection 001: a collection of 10 Spanish language public-domain poems.<p> |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/spanish-poetry-collection-001/ |
librivox s spanish poetry collection 001 collection 10 spanish language public domain poems p |
| 380 |
372 |
475 |
Long Poems Collection 003 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Long Poems Collection 003: a collection of 8 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-003/ |
p librivox s long poems collection 003 collection 8 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length p |
| 381 |
373 |
479 |
Fairyland of Science |
Arabella B. Buckley |
Science, Science |
<p>"I have promised to introduce you today to the fairy-land of science, -- a somewhat bold promise, seeing that most of you probably look upon science as a bundle of dry facts, while fairy-land is all that is beautiful, and full of poetry and imagination. But I thoroughly believe myself, and hope to prove to you, that science is full of beautiful pictures, of real poetry, and of wonder-working fairies; ..."</br>(From the Introduction to <em>The Fairyland of Science</em>)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairyland-of-science-by-arabella-buckley/ |
p i promised introduce today fairy land science somewhat bold promise seeing probably look upon science bundle dry facts fairy land beautiful full poetry imagination thoroughly believe myself hope prove you science full beautiful pictures real poetry wonder working fairies br from introduction em the fairyland science em p |
| 382 |
374 |
480 |
Don Quixote - Vol. 1 |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Don Quixote is an early novel written by Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. Cervantes created a fictional origin for the story in the character of the Morisco historian, Cide Hamete Benengeli, whom he claims to have hired to translate the story from an Arabic manuscript he found in Toledo's bedraggled old Jewish quarter.</p>\n\n<p>The protagonist, Alonso Quixano, is a minor landowner who has read so many stories of chivalry that he descends into fantasy and becomes convinced he is a knight errant. Together with his companion Sancho Panza, the self-styled Don Quixote de la Mancha sets out in search of adventures. His "lady" is Dulcinea del Toboso, an imaginary object of his courtly love crafted from a neighbouring farmgirl by the illusion-struck "knight" (her real name is Aldonza Lorenzo, and she is totally unaware of his feelings for her. In addition, she never actually appears in the novel).</p>\n\n<p>Published in two volumes a decade apart, Don Quixote is the most influential work of literature to emerge from the Spanish Golden Age and perhaps the entire Spanish literary canon. As a founding work of modern Western literature, it regularly appears at or near the top of lists of the greatest works of fiction ever published. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-vol-1-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
p don quixote early novel written spanish author miguel de cervantes saavedra cervantes created fictional origin story character morisco historian cide hamete benengeli claims hired translate story arabic manuscript found toledo s bedraggled old jewish quarter p p the protagonist alonso quixano minor landowner read many stories chivalry descends fantasy becomes convinced knight errant together companion sancho panza self styled quixote de la mancha sets search adventures lady dulcinea del toboso imaginary object courtly love crafted neighbouring farmgirl illusion struck knight her real name aldonza lorenzo totally unaware feelings her addition never actually appears novel p p published two volumes decade apart quixote influential work literature emerge spanish golden age perhaps entire spanish literary canon founding work modern western literature regularly appears near top lists greatest works fiction ever published summary wikipedia p |
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481 |
On Loving God |
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux |
Christianity - Other |
On Loving God is one of the best-known and most influential works of Medieval Christian mysticism. Written at the request of one of the cardinals of Rome, it describes the four “levels” of love for God, and puts Christian devotion in the context of God’s love for mankind. Summary by Kirsten Ferreri.<p> |
English |
1123 |
https://librivox.org/on-loving-god/ |
loving god one best known influential works medieval christian mysticism written request one cardinals rome describes four levels love god puts christian devotion context god s love mankind summary kirsten ferreri p |
| 384 |
376 |
482 |
My Mark Twain |
William Dean Howells |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
William Dean Howells (1837-1920) became fast friends with Mark Twain from the moment in 1869 when Twain strode into the office of <i>The Atlantic Monthly</i> in Boston to thank Howell, then its assistant editor, for his favorable review of Innocents Abroad. When Howells became editor a few years later, The Atlantic Monthly began serializing many of Twain's works, among them his non-fiction masterpiece, <i>Life on the Mississippi</i>.<br><br> In My Mark Twain, Howells pens a literary memoir that includes such fascinating scenes as their meetings with former president Ulysses Grant who was then writing the classic autobiography that Twain would underwrite in the largest publishing deal until that time. But it is also notable for its affectionate descriptions of his friend's family life during Howell's many visits to the Twain residences in Hartford and Stormfield. (Summary by Dennis Sayers). <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/my-mark-twain-by-william-dean-howells/ |
william dean howells 1837 1920 became fast friends mark twain moment 1869 twain strode office i the atlantic monthly i boston thank howell assistant editor favorable review innocents abroad howells became editor years later atlantic monthly began serializing many twain s works among non fiction masterpiece i life mississippi i br br mark twain howells pens literary memoir includes fascinating scenes meetings former president ulysses grant writing classic autobiography twain would underwrite largest publishing deal time also notable affectionate descriptions friend s family life howell s many visits twain residences hartford stormfield summary dennis sayers p |
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377 |
483 |
Liian Paha Sappi |
Aaro Hellaakoski |
Poetry |
The poem Liian Paha Sappi by Aaro Hellaakoski, which tells the tale of a child struggling to keep his temper: \n\n<p> A TEMPER TOO BAD</p>\n<p> How it burns my <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sisu">sisu</a> <br /> when I have to be quiet <br /> If my will would be fulfilled <br /> the undertaker would get grain.</p>\n\n<p> A little boy has gotten <br /> a temper too bad <br /> This sisu cannot be put out <br /> by even the most snowy Lapland. </p>\n<p> This project is unusual in that most of the readers are non-Finnish speakers, and learned the poem phonically.<br /> (Summary by Juho Fröjd and Catharine Eastman)</p>\n |
Finnish |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/liian-paha-sappi-by-aaro-hellaakoski/ |
poem liian paha sappi aaro hellaakoski tells tale child struggling keep temper p temper bad p p burns a href http en wikipedia org wiki sisu sisu a br quiet br would fulfilled br undertaker would get grain p p little boy gotten br temper bad br sisu cannot put br even snowy lapland p p project unusual readers non finnish speakers learned poem phonically br summary juho fröjd catharine eastman p |
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378 |
484 |
Großer Lärm |
Franz Kafka |
Biography & Autobiography |
Lärm. Lärm. Lärm. Kaum, dass man sich konzentrieren kann, kaum, dass man ihm entfliehen. Lärm, der allgegenwärtige… |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/grosser-laerm-by-franz-kafka/ |
lärm lärm lärm kaum dass man sich konzentrieren kann kaum dass man ihm entfliehen lärm der allgegenwärtige |
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379 |
485 |
Has a Frog a Soul? |
Thomas Henry Huxley |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Philosophy |
Thomas Huxley, known as “Darwin’s Bulldog” for his championing and development of Darwinism, was perhaps the most important Victorian biologist after Darwin himself. This speech to the Metaphysical Society in 1870 is one of Huxley’s best known texts outside the sphere of his specialism, and remains read today by students of philosophy. In it, Huxley argues from the results of vivisection to metaphysics. (Summary by CarlManchester)<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/has-a-frog-a-soul-by-thomas-h-huxley/ |
thomas huxley known darwin s bulldog championing development darwinism perhaps important victorian biologist darwin himself speech metaphysical society 1870 one huxley s best known texts outside sphere specialism remains read today students philosophy it huxley argues results vivisection metaphysics summary carlmanchester p |
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486 |
Tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Anglais flegmatique, enragé joueur de whist, Phileas Fogg, dont on ignore tout, mène une vie réglée comme une horloge. Jamais un mot, ni un mouvement inutiles.\n</br>Ce mercredi 2 octobre 1872, tout pourrait bien changer : contre l'avis de ses partenaires de jeu du Reform-Club, Phileas Fogg soutient qu'on peut maintenant parcourir la terre en quatre-vingts jours seulement.\n</br>Un pari est lancé. S'il n'est pas de retour le samedi 21 décembre, à huit heures quarante-cinq du soir, notre homme perd tout.</p>\n\n<p>Avec Jean Passepartout, domestique français fraîchement engagé, il devra « sauter mathématiquement des railways dans les paquebots, et des paquebots dans les chemins de fer ».\nMais sa route pourrait bien être parsemée d'embûches ...</p>\n\n<p>A bet: Phileas Fogg, an English man, is to travel around the world in eighty days by land and sea. Will he make it?\nLet's follow his adventure through the writings of Jules Verne, in French.</br>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/le-tour-du-monde-en-quatre-vingts-jours-by-jules-verne/ |
p anglais flegmatique enragé joueur de whist phileas fogg dont ignore tout mène une vie réglée comme une horloge jamais un mot ni un mouvement inutiles br ce mercredi 2 octobre 1872 tout pourrait bien changer contre l avis de ses partenaires de jeu du reform club phileas fogg soutient qu on peut maintenant parcourir la terre en quatre vingts jours seulement br un pari est lancé s il n est pas de retour le samedi 21 décembre à huit heures quarante cinq du soir notre homme perd tout p p avec jean passepartout domestique français fraîchement engagé il devra sauter mathématiquement des railways dans les paquebots et des paquebots dans les chemins de fer mais sa route pourrait bien être parsemée d embûches p p a bet phileas fogg english man travel around world eighty days land sea make it let s follow adventure writings jules verne french br summary ezwa p |
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488 |
Harvester |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Romance |
<p>The Harvester is one of Gene Stratton-Porter’s romantic novels which combine a love of nature, high moral ideals and a good plot.<br><br>This is the story of a young man who lives in the country side with his dog and other animals and grows herbs to sell to medical drug supply houses.<br><br>One evening, he has a vision of his Dream Girl and this is the story of his search for her and what happens when he finds her. (Summary by Readaholic)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-harvester-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
p the harvester one gene stratton porter s romantic novels combine love nature high moral ideals good plot br br this story young man lives country side dog animals grows herbs sell medical drug supply houses br br one evening vision dream girl story search happens finds her summary readaholic p |
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489 |
Middle Temple Murder |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The dead body of a man is found on the steps to some chambers of Middle Temple Lane, near London's law courts. A journalist and a young lawyer start investigating. - This classic English murder mystery was written in 1920 by J.S. Fletcher, himself a lawyer turned journalist and author. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-middle-temple-murder-by-js-fletcher/ |
p the dead body man found steps chambers middle temple lane near london s law courts journalist young lawyer start investigating classic english murder mystery written 1920 j s fletcher lawyer turned journalist author summary gesine p |
| 391 |
383 |
490 |
Warlord of Mars |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
<p>Warlord of Mars is a Edgar Rice Burroughs science fiction novel, the third of his famous Barsoom series. John Carter continues his quest to be reunited with his wife, the princess Dejah Thoris, and discovers more fantastic creatures and ancient mysterious Martian races. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-warlord-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p warlord mars edgar rice burroughs science fiction novel third famous barsoom series john carter continues quest reunited wife princess dejah thoris discovers fantastic creatures ancient mysterious martian races summary wikipedia p |
| 392 |
8807 |
9431 |
Short Poetry Collection 153 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2016. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-153-by-various/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers february 2016 p |
| 393 |
384 |
491 |
Heidi |
Johanna Spyri |
General |
<p>Hear Heidi if you’ve ever longed to see the Swiss mountain slopes. This story transports the listener from the fine air and freedom of the mountaintop to the confines of Frankfurt, back to the peaks again, bounding in flowered fields with goats at your heels and sky utterly surrounding you.\n\nWe meet Heidi when she is 5, led up the mountain by her aunt who has raised the orphan but must leave now for a position in Frankfurt. In a mountain cottage overlooking the valley is Heidi’s grandfather, and there with him the girl’s sweet, free nature expands with the vista. The author’s voice is straightforward, and so is our reader’s, with the child’s wonder, devotion, and sometimes humorous good intentions. When Heidi is taken from the mountains and nearly doesn’t make it back again, the most humorous as well as most heart-wringing scenes occur. All she learns during her absence from the mountain she brings back as seeds that will grow to benefit everyone around her. (Summary by Anita)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/heidi-by-johanna-spyri-solo/ |
p hear heidi you ve ever longed see swiss mountain slopes story transports listener fine air freedom mountaintop confines frankfurt back peaks again bounding flowered fields goats heels sky utterly surrounding you meet heidi 5 led mountain aunt raised orphan must leave position frankfurt mountain cottage overlooking valley heidi s grandfather girl s sweet free nature expands vista author s voice straightforward reader s child s wonder devotion sometimes humorous good intentions heidi taken mountains nearly doesn t make back again humorous well heart wringing scenes occur learns absence mountain brings back seeds grow benefit everyone around her summary anita p |
| 394 |
385 |
492 |
Helsinkiin |
Juhani Aho |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
<p>The miniature novel Helsinkiin by Juhani Aho was published in 1889. A psychological novel about a young man’s stepping into adult life, it also touches the then heated language politics as Finnish was emerging as a language of academia in the bilingual country. Aho (1861 - 1921) was among the first professional writers in Finland. This reading is in Finnish.\n(Summary by Tuija Aalto)</p> |
Finnish |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/helsinkiin-by-juhani-aho/ |
p the miniature novel helsinkiin juhani aho published 1889 psychological novel young man s stepping adult life also touches heated language politics finnish emerging language academia bilingual country aho 1861 1921 among first professional writers finland reading finnish summary tuija aalto p |
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386 |
493 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 01) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This is chapter 1 of volume 1 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Summary by Jim Mowatt)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-volume-1-chapter-1/ |
p this chapter 1 volume 1 series books written baron macaulay 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics summary jim mowatt p |
| 396 |
387 |
494 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This is the second chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay’s History of England from the Succession of James II.<br><br>In this chapter we see the restoration of the House of Stuart. The mood of the people sours toward the Roundheads, Army and, of course the Puritans. An examination of the character of Charles II. We see Charles attempting to recruit assistance from France so he can attain absolute monarchy and so emulate Lewis the Fourteenth, the French Sun King.\n<br>(Summary by Jim Mowatt)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-volume-1-chapter-2/ |
p this second chapter thomas babington macaulay s history england succession james ii br br in chapter see restoration house stuart mood people sours toward roundheads army and course puritans examination character charles ii see charles attempting recruit assistance france attain absolute monarchy emulate lewis fourteenth french sun king br summary jim mowatt p |
| 397 |
388 |
495 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 03) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This is the third chapter in Macaulay’s great History of England from the Accession of James II. In this chapter Macaulay looks at the state of the nation in 1685. He discusses the population, the revenue, the military system, the roads, the inns, the coaches, the great cities and, of course London, its coffee houses and first experiments in street lighting. An interesting diversion from Macaulays’s usual obsession with politics but worry not, he still manages to crowbar some political intriguing into this chapter.\n<br>(Summary by Jim Mowatt)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-volume-1-chapter-3/ |
p this third chapter macaulay s great history england accession james ii chapter macaulay looks state nation 1685 discusses population revenue military system roads inns coaches great cities and course london coffee houses first experiments street lighting interesting diversion macaulays s usual obsession politics worry not still manages crowbar political intriguing chapter br summary jim mowatt p |
| 398 |
389 |
496 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 04) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This chapter is a bit of a mixture. It begins with the death of Charles II and then goes on to James II. Judge Jeffries then makes an appearance in a riot of slapstick absurdity when viewed from so far away. Although, at the time of the ‘Bloody Assizes’ he will have been much feared and hated by many.There are more to-and fro-ings in the Houses of Parliament. The Scots Covenanters make an appearance and dangerfield and Oates get their come-uppance. Macaulay paints the mid to late 17th century in a mad effervescence of colour.\n<br>Summary by Jim Mowatt</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/hist01ch04/ |
p this chapter bit mixture begins death charles ii goes james ii judge jeffries makes appearance riot slapstick absurdity viewed far away although time bloody assizes much feared hated many there to and fro ings houses parliament scots covenanters make appearance dangerfield oates get come uppance macaulay paints mid late 17th century mad effervescence colour br summary jim mowatt p |
| 399 |
527 |
659 |
Wheels of Chance |
H. G. Wells |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Wheels of Chance - A Bicycling Idyll follows the adventures of a Drapers Assistant who, having brought an ancient bicycle, sets off on a 2 week tour of the countryside. And his world will never be the same again.(Summary by annise)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-wheels-of-chance-by-h-g-wells/ |
p the wheels chance bicycling idyll follows adventures drapers assistant who brought ancient bicycle sets 2 week tour countryside world never again summary annise p |
| 400 |
391 |
498 |
Antichrist |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
*Non-fiction, Atheism & Agnosticism |
<p>Save for his raucous, rhapsodical autobiography, <i>Ecce Homo</i>, <i>The Antichrist</i> is the last thing that Nietzsche ever wrote, and so it may be accepted as a statement of some of his most salient ideas in their final form. Of all Nietzsche’s books, <i>The Antichrist</i> comes nearest to conventionality in form. It presents a connected argument with very few interludes, and has a beginning, a middle and an end. The reason to listen to this version is that H.L. Mencken, the famous journalist, turned Nietzsche's German into such direct, plain-spoken American English that it puts the haranguing philosopher right up in your face.<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-antichrist-by-nietzsche/ |
p save raucous rhapsodical autobiography i ecce homo i i the antichrist i last thing nietzsche ever wrote may accepted statement salient ideas final form nietzsche s books i the antichrist i comes nearest conventionality form presents connected argument interludes beginning middle end reason listen version h l mencken famous journalist turned nietzsche s german direct plain spoken american english puts haranguing philosopher right face p |
| 401 |
392 |
500 |
Anthem for Doomed Youth |
Wilfred Owen |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>Anthem for Doomed Youth</em>, by Wilfred Owen, in honor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veteran's_Day">Veteran’s Day</a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remembrance_Day">Remembrance Day</a>, and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armistice_Day">Armistice Day</a>, 2006. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 5th.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-for-doomed-youth-by-wilfred-owen/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em anthem doomed youth em wilfred owen honor a href http en wikipedia org wiki veteran s_day veteran s day a a href http en wikipedia org wiki remembrance_day remembrance day a a href http en wikipedia org wiki armistice_day armistice day a 2006 weekly poetry project week november 5th p |
| 402 |
393 |
501 |
Bible (KJV) NT 03: Luke |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Gospel of Luke is the most literary of the four gospels which recount the life and work of Jesus Christ. Although anonymous, the book is generally attributed to Luke, a physician and a missionary companion of the Apostle Paul. His account contains events which are unique in the four gospels including the visits of Gabriel to Mary and Zacharias, the visit of the shepherds to the birth of Jesus, and the story of the young Jesus at the temple. This gospel contains the most references to women and is favorable to the Gentiles for whom it was written. Perhaps the most well-known of all New Testament passages is the second chapter of Luke which tells of the birth of Christ. (Summary by Susan Denny)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-nt-03-luke/ |
gospel luke literary four gospels recount life work jesus christ although anonymous book generally attributed luke physician missionary companion apostle paul account contains events unique four gospels including visits gabriel mary zacharias visit shepherds birth jesus story young jesus temple gospel contains references women favorable gentiles written perhaps well known new testament passages second chapter luke tells birth christ summary susan denny p |
| 403 |
394 |
502 |
Reviews |
Oscar Wilde |
*Non-fiction |
<p>Wilde’s literary reputation has survived so much that I think it proof against any exhumation of articles which he or his admirers would have preferred to forget. As a matter of fact, I believe this volume will prove of unusual interest; some of the reviews are curiously prophetic; some are, of course, biassed by prejudice hostile or friendly; others are conceived in the author’s wittiest and happiest vein; only a few are colourless. And if, according to Lord Beaconsfield, the verdict of a continental nation may be regarded as that of posterity, Wilde is a much greater force in our literature than even friendly contemporaries ever supposed he would become.</p>\n\n<p>It should be remembered, however, that at the time when most of these reviews were written Wilde had published scarcely any of the works by which his name has become famous in Europe, though the protagonist of the æsthetic movement was a well-known figure in Paris and London. (Summary from Introduction by Robert Ross)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/reviews-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p wilde s literary reputation survived much think proof exhumation articles admirers would preferred forget matter fact believe volume prove unusual interest reviews curiously prophetic are course biassed prejudice hostile friendly others conceived author s wittiest happiest vein colourless if according lord beaconsfield verdict continental nation may regarded posterity wilde much greater force literature even friendly contemporaries ever supposed would become p p it remembered however time reviews written wilde published scarcely works name become famous europe though protagonist æsthetic movement well known figure paris london summary introduction robert ross p |
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395 |
503 |
Right Ho, Jeeves |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />Bertram Wooster's manservant, Jeeves, is renown for his ability to apply his keen intellect to solve all problems domestic, and Bertie's friends and relatives flock to him for his counsel. But Wooster, jealous of Jeeves's fame, decides to step in and take over as the fixer of his pal's engagement, his aunt's gambling debts and old school-mate's desire to propose marriage. How far will Bertie sink them all in the soup? Will Jeeves come to the rescue? "Right Ho, Jeeves" features of course Bertie and Jeeves as well as Gussie Fink-Nottle, Tuppie Glossop, Aunt Dahlia and Anatole the high-strung French chef in this P.G. Wodehouse farce of England's upper crust. (Summary by Mark Nelson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/right-ho-jeeves-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
br bertram wooster s manservant jeeves renown ability apply keen intellect solve problems domestic bertie s friends relatives flock counsel wooster jealous jeeves s fame decides step take fixer pal s engagement aunt s gambling debts old school mate s desire propose marriage far bertie sink soup jeeves come rescue right ho jeeves features course bertie jeeves well gussie fink nottle tuppie glossop aunt dahlia anatole high strung french chef p g wodehouse farce england s upper crust summary mark nelson br br |
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506 |
Bible (WEB) NT 01: Matthew |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>The Gospel of Matthew (literally, "according to Matthew"; Greek, Κατά Μαθθαίον or Κατά Ματθαίον) is one of the four Gospel accounts of the New Testament. It narrates an account of the life and ministry of Jesus, from his genealogy to his post-resurrection commissioning of his Apostles to "go and make disciples of all nations." Bibles traditionally print Matthew as the first gospel, followed in order by Mark, Luke and John. Authorship is traditionally ascribed to Matthew the Evangelist. (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-matthew-web/ |
p the gospel matthew literally according matthew greek κατά μαθθαίον κατά ματθαίον one four gospel accounts new testament narrates account life ministry jesus genealogy post resurrection commissioning apostles go make disciples nations bibles traditionally print matthew first gospel followed order mark luke john authorship traditionally ascribed matthew evangelist summary wikipedia p |
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398 |
508 |
Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals |
Immanuel Kant |
Early Modern |
<p>The Fundamental Principles of the Metaphysic of Morals, also known as The Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals or Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals or Grounding of the Metaphysics of Morals, is Immanuel Kant's first contribution to moral philosophy. It argues for an a priori basis for morality. Where the Critique of Pure Reason laid out Kant's metaphysical and epistemological ideas, this relatively short, primarily meta-ethical, work was intended to outline and define the concepts and arguments shaping his future work The Metaphysics of Morals. However, the latter work is much less readable than the Fundamental Principles. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/fundamental-principles-of-the-metaphysic-of-morals-by-immanuel-kant/ |
p the fundamental principles metaphysic morals also known groundwork metaphysics morals foundations metaphysics morals grounding metaphysics morals immanuel kant s first contribution moral philosophy argues priori basis morality critique pure reason laid kant s metaphysical epistemological ideas relatively short primarily meta ethical work intended outline define concepts arguments shaping future work metaphysics morals however latter work much less readable fundamental principles summary wikipedia p |
| 407 |
399 |
509 |
Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Atheism & Agnosticism |
Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche (1844–1900) was a nineteenth-century German philosopher. He wrote critical texts on religion, morality, contemporary culture, philosophy and science, using a distinctive German language style and displaying a fondness for aphorism. Nietzsche's influence remains substantial within and beyond philosophy, notably in existentialism and postmodernism. <br /><br />Thus Spake Zarathustra (Also sprach Zarathustra), is a work composed in four parts between 1883 and 1885. Much of the work deals with ideas such as the "eternal recurrence of the same", the parable on the "death of God", and the "prophecy" of the Overman, which were first introduced in The Gay Science. Described by Nietzsche himself as "the deepest ever written", the book is a dense and esoteric treatise on philosophy and morality, featuring as protagonist a fictionalized Zarathustra. A central irony of the text is that the style of the Bible is used by Nietzsche to present ideas of his which fundamentally oppose Judaeo-Christian morality and tradition. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/thus-spake-zarathustra-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
friedrich wilhelm nietzsche 1844 1900 nineteenth century german philosopher wrote critical texts religion morality contemporary culture philosophy science using distinctive german language style displaying fondness aphorism nietzsche s influence remains substantial within beyond philosophy notably existentialism postmodernism br br thus spake zarathustra also sprach zarathustra work composed four parts 1883 1885 much work deals ideas eternal recurrence same parable death god prophecy overman first introduced gay science described nietzsche the deepest ever written book dense esoteric treatise philosophy morality featuring protagonist fictionalized zarathustra central irony text style bible used nietzsche present ideas fundamentally oppose judaeo christian morality tradition summary wikipedia p |
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510 |
Tale of Two Cities |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction |
<p>A Tale of Two Cities (1859) is a historical novel by Charles Dickens; it is moreover a moral novel strongly concerned with themes of guilt, shame, redemption and patriotism.<br><br>The plot centers on the years leading up to French Revolution and culminates in the Jacobin Reign of Terror. It tells the story of two men, Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, who look very alike but are entirely different in character.(Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/a-tale-of-two-cities-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a tale two cities 1859 historical novel charles dickens moreover moral novel strongly concerned themes guilt shame redemption patriotism br br the plot centers years leading french revolution culminates jacobin reign terror tells story two men charles darnay sydney carton look alike entirely different character summary wikipedia p |
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511 |
Collected Public Domain Poems of Wallace Stevens, Volume 1 |
Wallace Stevens |
Single author |
<br />A collection of Wallace Stevens poems written before 1923.<br /><br />Stevens trained to be a lawyer. Within eleven years after this series of poems were written, he was vice-president at the Hartford Accident and Indemnity Company in Connecticut. He continued to pursue a quiet life of poetry and correspondence and for the remainder of his life he nurtured his contemplative habit of observation and writing as he walked from home to work and back again. Few at Hartford knew of his world acclaim as a poet. While his major work is considered to have been written when he was much older, many of these early poems are firm classics in the American poetic canon, including: “Anecdote of the Jar,” “The Emperor of Ice Cream,” “Peter Quince at the Clavier,” “Sunday Morning,” “The Snow Man,” “Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird,” and many others. Stevens died of cancer in 1955, shortly after receiving that year’s Pulitzer Prize for poetry.<br /><br />These poems originally appeared in a variety of magazines (Others, Secession, Rogue, The Soil, The Modern School, Broom, Contact, The New Republic, The Measure, The Little Review, The Dial, and particularly in Poetry: A Magazine of Verse.) Nearly 70 of the 101 published poems were later collected in Stevens' first published collection of poems, HARMONIUM. (Summary by Alan Davis Drake)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-public-domain-poems-of-wallace-stevens-volume-1-of-2/ |
br a collection wallace stevens poems written 1923 br br stevens trained lawyer within eleven years series poems written vice president hartford accident indemnity company connecticut continued pursue quiet life poetry correspondence remainder life nurtured contemplative habit observation writing walked home work back again hartford knew world acclaim poet major work considered written much older many early poems firm classics american poetic canon including anecdote jar the emperor ice cream peter quince clavier sunday morning the snow man thirteen ways looking blackbird many others stevens died cancer 1955 shortly receiving year s pulitzer prize poetry br br these poems originally appeared variety magazines others secession rogue soil modern school broom contact new republic measure little review dial particularly poetry magazine verse nearly 70 101 published poems later collected stevens first published collection poems harmonium summary alan davis drake br br |
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Ten Days in a Madhouse |
Nellie Bly |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
In 1887 Nellie Bly, one of the first female newspaper writers, and a young reporter who would soon go on to make a career for herself as an investigative journalist and “stunt” reporter, had herself committed to the Blackwell’s Island Insane Asylum in New York. Her purpose was to discover what life was like for those who had been deemed insane. She was surprised to discover the depth of mistreatement of the patients. Partially as a result of her reporting, more money was allocated to the asylum and reforms were put into place. (Summary by Alice)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/ten-days-in-a-madhouse-by-nellie-bly/ |
1887 nellie bly one first female newspaper writers young reporter would soon go make career investigative journalist stunt reporter committed blackwell s island insane asylum new york purpose discover life like deemed insane surprised discover depth mistreatement patients partially result reporting money allocated asylum reforms put place summary alice p |
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403 |
513 |
Awful German Language |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Education |
If you’ve ever studied German (and maybe even if you haven’t), you’re likely to find this short essay to be hilarious. Published as Appendix D from Twain’s 1880 book <i>A Tramp Abroad</i>, this comedic gem outlines the pitfalls one will encounter when trying to wrap one’s mind around the torturous German cases, adjective endings, noun genders, and verb placement.<br />\n\n(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-awful-german-language-by-mark-twain/ |
you ve ever studied german and maybe even haven t you re likely find short essay hilarious published appendix twain s 1880 book i a tramp abroad i comedic gem outlines pitfalls one encounter trying wrap one s mind around torturous german cases adjective endings noun genders verb placement br summary kara p |
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514 |
Ballad of Reading Gaol |
Oscar Wilde |
Poetry |
<p>Wilde’s meditation on capital punishment, the Ballad of Reading Gaol comes after he was convicted and imprisoned under charges of gross indecency. The charges stemmed from his affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, the son of the Marquis of Queensberry. It relates the story of an execution of a man who murdered his wife which Wilde witnessed during his internment. Published in 1898, it was Wilde’s last published poem as he would die in 1900 from cerebral menengitis, caused by syphilis.(Summary by John Gonzalez)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-reading-gaol-by-oscar-wilde-jg/ |
p wilde s meditation capital punishment ballad reading gaol comes convicted imprisoned charges gross indecency charges stemmed affair lord alfred douglas son marquis queensberry relates story execution man murdered wife wilde witnessed internment published 1898 wilde s last published poem would die 1900 cerebral menengitis caused syphilis summary john gonzalez p |
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5755 |
Teeth of the Tiger |
Maurice Leblanc |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Maurice Leblanc delivers another Arsene Lupin adventure set in World War I. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-teeth-of-the-tiger-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
maurice leblanc delivers another arsene lupin adventure set world war i summary cathy barratt p |
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515 |
Ballad of Reading Gaol, (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Poetry |
<p>In 1895, Oscar Wilde was sentenced to 2 years of hard labor for acts of ‘gross indecency’. During his time at Reading Gaol, he witnessed a rare hanging, and in the three years between his release and his untimely death in 1900, was inspired to write the following poem, a meditation on the death penalty and the importance of forgiveness, even for (and especially for) something as heinous as murdering one’s spouse; for even the murderer, Wilde argues, is human and suffers more so for being the cause of his own pain, for ‘having killed the thing he loved’; for everyone is the cause of someone else’s suffering and suffers at the hands of another. It is this that Jesus Christ could see; he could continue to see the beauty of our humanity, despite all that we may do to each other, and encouraged us to love each other just the same.</p><p> “The Ballad of Reading Gaol” was published in 1898 and would gain Wilde greater recognition as a poet (in addition to being a great playwright); although his only other volume of poetry, one of his earliest works that he’d published, was also well-received. Sadly, ‘The Ballad’ would be his last.</p>\n<p>(Summary by Linda Leu).</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-reading-gaol-by-oscar-wilde-ll/ |
p in 1895 oscar wilde sentenced 2 years hard labor acts gross indecency time reading gaol witnessed rare hanging three years release untimely death 1900 inspired write following poem meditation death penalty importance forgiveness even and especially for something heinous murdering one s spouse even murderer wilde argues human suffers cause pain having killed thing loved everyone cause someone else s suffering suffers hands another jesus christ could see could continue see beauty humanity despite may other encouraged us love same p p the ballad reading gaol published 1898 would gain wilde greater recognition poet in addition great playwright although volume poetry one earliest works he d published also well received sadly the ballad would last p p summary linda leu p |
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516 |
Short Poetry Collection 018 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 018: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-018/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 018 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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407 |
517 |
How to Speak and Write Correctly |
Joseph Devlin |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
This is a 1910 guide for those who wish to learn how to correctly (though maybe not "properly") create sentences, use figures of speech, write letters, and more, all while choosing the right words and doing it with style. Joseph Devlin's words may not all be relevant still today, but at least it sounds good when it's read aloud! (Summary by Andrew Lebrun).<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-speak-and-write-correctly-by-joseph-devlin |
1910 guide wish learn correctly though maybe properly create sentences use figures speech write letters more choosing right words style joseph devlin s words may relevant still today least sounds good read aloud summary andrew lebrun p |
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408 |
518 |
Enchiridion of Epictetus |
Epictetus |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Epictetus (Greek: Επίκτητος; c.55–c.135) was a Greek Stoic philosopher. The name given by his parents, if one was given, is not known - the word epiktetos in Greek simply means "acquired."<br /><br />Epictetus spent his youth as a slave in Rome to Epaphroditos, a very wealthy freedman of Nero. Even as a slave, Epictetus used his time productively, studying Stoic Philosophy under Musonius Rufus. He was eventually freed and lived a relatively hard life in ill health in Rome. <br /><br />So far as is known, Epictetus himself wrote nothing. All that we have of his work was transcribed by his pupil Arrian. The main work is The Discourses, four books of which have been preserved (out of an original eight). Arrian also compiled a popular digest, entitled the Enchiridion, or Handbook. In a preface to the Discourses, addressed to Lucius Gellius, Arrian states that "whatever I heard him say I used to write down, word for word, as best I could, endeavouring to preserve it as a memorial, for my own future use, of his way of thinking and the frankness of his speech". (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1758 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchiridion-by-epictetus-tr-elizabeth-carter/ |
epictetus greek επίκτητος c 55 c 135 greek stoic philosopher name given parents one given known word epiktetos greek simply means acquired br br epictetus spent youth slave rome epaphroditos wealthy freedman nero even slave epictetus used time productively studying stoic philosophy musonius rufus eventually freed lived relatively hard life ill health rome br br so far known epictetus wrote nothing work transcribed pupil arrian main work discourses four books preserved out original eight arrian also compiled popular digest entitled enchiridion handbook preface discourses addressed lucius gellius arrian states whatever heard say used write down word word best could endeavouring preserve memorial future use way thinking frankness speech summary wikipedia p |
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Bible (Hebrew) 01: Genesis |
Hebrew Bible |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Genesis is the story of the Creation and the people that followed it. The place is Canaan which is the land of Israel and the adjoining nations. The Book discusses the complex relationship between God and Mankind and portrays the travails of one particular family, the family of Noah, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.\n<p>The book is priceless in its description of the custom of the day and the interaction within the family, tribe and Nation. But most of all the beauty of Genesis lies in the description of human behavior from its petty jealousies through unrelenting commitment for a worthy cause and love for family and friends.</p>\n<p>We follow the trials and tribulation of the main characters as they deal with adverse circumstances and at times global annihilation. Important part of the book is also the recounting of the genealogy of the people from Adam and Eve to Joseph in Egypt. A connection is made to other different nations and tribes.</p>\n\n<p>The Hebrew language is the original language of the Bible. Although Hebrew went through several transformations so far as the shape of the Alphabet, the text is consistent. (summary by Israel Radvinsky)\n</p> |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-the-book-of-genesis/ |
genesis story creation people followed it place canaan land israel adjoining nations book discusses complex relationship god mankind portrays travails one particular family family noah abraham isaac jacob p the book priceless description custom day interaction within family tribe nation beauty genesis lies description human behavior petty jealousies unrelenting commitment worthy cause love family friends p p we follow trials tribulation main characters deal adverse circumstances times global annihilation important part book also recounting genealogy people adam eve joseph egypt connection made different nations tribes p p the hebrew language original language bible although hebrew went several transformations far shape alphabet text consistent summary israel radvinsky p |
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Bible (ASV) 18: Job |
American Standard Version |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The Book of Job (American Standard Version) is presented in forty-two chapters and is one of the Old Testament Wisdom Books. The narrative chronicles the trials of Job as he is brought low from a comfortable and exalted position in his community to face loss of his fortune, children and health. Joined by three friends who initially commiserate and sympathize with him, there ensues a lengthy argument about the fate of the wicked and the just and much questioning about the character of God and the justice He metes out to his creations.\n<p>A quite lively and poetic discussion ensues among these wise elders and their suppositions and conclusions are eventually contested by a youth who enters the discussion toward the end. God has the final word in this narrative and Job is left to abjectly acknowledge that his complaints and knowledge mean little in the face of that which is so far beyond his ability to comprehend.</p>\n<p>Debate regarding the meaning, purpose and author of this book is still hotly contested among biblical scholars. It is far beyond the scope of this summary to offer any conclusions regarding this work. The reader offers the words to the listener with no judgment or further explanation.</p>\n<p>Even without deep examination, the poetic nature of the story offers many insights into facing and overcoming adversity.<br />(Summary by Robert Garrison)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-job/ |
book job american standard version presented forty two chapters one old testament wisdom books narrative chronicles trials job brought low comfortable exalted position community face loss fortune children health joined three friends initially commiserate sympathize him ensues lengthy argument fate wicked much questioning character god justice metes creations p a quite lively poetic discussion ensues among wise elders suppositions conclusions eventually contested youth enters discussion toward end god final word narrative job left abjectly acknowledge complaints knowledge mean little face far beyond ability comprehend p p debate regarding meaning purpose author book still hotly contested among biblical scholars far beyond scope summary offer conclusions regarding work reader offers words listener judgment explanation p p even without deep examination poetic nature story offers many insights facing overcoming adversity br summary robert garrison p |
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Bible (WEB) 32: Jonah |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>This short narrative book of the Old Testament contains one of the most famous Bible Stories, of “Jonah and the Whale.” The “great fish” however is only mentioned in three verses, and the true punch comes in the oft-neglected fourth chapter. “Is it right” for a person like Jonah to be vexed by God’s mercy on others?<br />(Summary by Laura Fox)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-jonah/ |
p this short narrative book old testament contains one famous bible stories jonah whale great fish however mentioned three verses true punch comes oft neglected fourth chapter is right person like jonah vexed god s mercy others br summary laura fox p |
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412 |
522 |
Four Max Carrados Detective Stories |
Ernest Bramah |
Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
Ernest Bramah is mainly known for his 'Kai Lung' books - Dorothy L Sayers often used quotes from them for her chapter headings. In his lifetime however he was equally well known for his detective stories. Since Sherlock Holmes we have had French detectives, Belgian detectives, aristocratic detectives, royal detectives, ecclesiastical detectives, drunken detectives and even a (very) few quite normal happily married detectives. Max Carrados was however probably the first blind detective. (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/four-max-carrados-detective-stories-by-ernest-bramah/ |
ernest bramah mainly known kai lung books dorothy l sayers often used quotes chapter headings lifetime however equally well known detective stories since sherlock holmes french detectives belgian detectives aristocratic detectives royal detectives ecclesiastical detectives drunken detectives even very quite normal happily married detectives max carrados however probably first blind detective summary andy minter p |
| 422 |
438 |
551 |
War Is Kind |
Stephen Crane |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This weekly poem commemorated the anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, with “War is Kind” by Stephen Crane. The title takes on a gentle yet harrowing irony as this poem powerfully evokes the human costs of war, both the victims of the battlefield and those left behind. (Summary by LauraFox)</p>\n |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/war-is-kind-by-stephen-crane/ |
weekly poem commemorated anniversary atomic bombings hiroshima nagasaki war kind stephen crane title takes gentle yet harrowing irony poem powerfully evokes human costs war victims battlefield left behind summary laurafox p |
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413 |
523 |
Prisoner of Zenda |
Anthony Hope |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<br /><em>The Prisoner of Zenda</em> tells the story of Rudolf Rassendyll, an English gentleman on holiday in Ruritania, a country not a thousand miles from Bavaria. There, by reason of his resemblance to the King of Ruritania he becomes involved in saving the King’s Life and his Throne from the King’s dastardly brother and his allies. Woods, moated castles, pomp, swordplay, gallantry, villainy and a beautiful princess. What story could ask for more? (Summary by Andy Minter)\n\n<br /><br />The sequel <a href="http://librivox.org/rupert-of-hentzau-by-anthony-hope/" target="_blank"><em>Rupert of Hentzau</em></a> is also available as a LIbriVox recording. <br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-prisoner-of-zenda-by-anthony-hope/ |
br em the prisoner zenda em tells story rudolf rassendyll english gentleman holiday ruritania country thousand miles bavaria there reason resemblance king ruritania becomes involved saving king s life throne king s dastardly brother allies woods moated castles pomp swordplay gallantry villainy beautiful princess story could ask more summary andy minter br br the sequel a href http librivox org rupert of hentzau by anthony hope target _blank em rupert hentzau em a also available librivox recording br br |
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524 |
What Men Live By and Other Tales |
Leo Tolstoy |
Short Stories |
<p>Although Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a wealthy landowner, in his later life he had what was considered a “religious awakening.” This experience went on to inform his writing and his lifestyle in profound ways. His views transcended the specifics of religion, as known in his day - so much so he came to be a helpful guide both to Mohandas Gandhi and to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The four stories in this collection ask profound questions and gently supply helpful, non-dogmatic hints to their answerings: What is the most important thing to do? Who is the most important person? When is the most important time? What is worth owning? What is the most profound religion? What rules should men live by? How much land does a man need? Who is God? What should we bother to discuss? How should we act towards one another? How should we respond to cruelty and violence? And many more. Wonderful stories written in a relaxed style. (Summary by Alan Drake.)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/what-men-live-by-and-other-tales-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p although leo tolstoy 1828 1910 wealthy landowner later life considered religious awakening experience went inform writing lifestyle profound ways views transcended specifics religion known day much came helpful guide mohandas gandhi dr martin luther king jr four stories collection ask profound questions gently supply helpful non dogmatic hints answerings important thing do important person important time worth owning profound religion rules men live by much land man need god bother discuss act towards one another respond cruelty violence many more wonderful stories written relaxed style summary alan drake p |
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526 |
Golden Road |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
In the sequal to <a href="http://librivox.org/the-story-girl-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">The Story Girl</a> Sara Stanley returns to join the King children in publishing their own local magazine to entertain the town of Carlisle.<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-road-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
sequal a href http librivox org the story girl by lucy maud montgomery the story girl a sara stanley returns join king children publishing local magazine entertain town carlisle p |
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527 |
Metamorphosis |
Franz Kafka |
General Fiction |
The Metamorphosis (in German, Die Verwandlung, "The Transformation") is a novella by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915, and arguably the most famous of his works along with the longer works The Trial and The Castle. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking to find himself transformed into a giant "monstrous vermin". (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-metamorphosis-by-franz-kafka/ |
metamorphosis in german die verwandlung the transformation novella franz kafka first published 1915 arguably famous works along longer works trial castle story begins traveling salesman gregor samsa waking find transformed giant monstrous vermin summary wikipedia p |
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529 |
Divina Commedia |
Dante Alighieri |
Poetry |
<p><i>La Divina Commedia</i>, originalmente <i>Commedìa</i>, è un poema di Dante Alighieri, capolavoro del poeta fiorentino, considerata la più importante testimonianza letteraria della civiltà medievale e una delle più grandi opere della letteratura universale.</p>\n\n<p>È diviso in tre parti chiamate cantiche: Inferno, Purgatorio, Paradiso; il poeta immagina di compiervi un viaggio ultraterreno.</p>\n\n<p>Il poema, pur continuando i modi caratteristici della letteratura e dello stile medievali (ispirazione religiosa, fine morale, linguaggio e stile basati sulla percezione visiva e immediata delle cose), tende a una rappresentazione ampia e drammatica della realtà, ben lontana dalla spiritualità tipica del Medioevo, tesa a cristallizzare la visione del reale. (Sommario di Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1321 |
https://librivox.org/la-divina-commedia-by-dante-alighieri/ |
p i la divina commedia i originalmente i commedìa i è un poema di dante alighieri capolavoro del poeta fiorentino considerata la più importante testimonianza letteraria della civiltà medievale e una delle più grandi opere della letteratura universale p p è diviso tre parti chiamate cantiche inferno purgatorio paradiso il poeta immagina di compiervi un viaggio ultraterreno p p il poema pur continuando modi caratteristici della letteratura e dello stile medievali ispirazione religiosa fine morale linguaggio e stile basati sulla percezione visiva e immediata delle cose tende una rappresentazione ampia e drammatica della realtà ben lontana dalla spiritualità tipica del medioevo tesa cristallizzare la visione del reale sommario di wikipedia p |
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How to Cook Fish |
Myrtle Reed |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>Olive Green is the pseudonym for the prolific late 19th Century/early 20th Century author, Myrtle Reed. She wrote over thirty-three books and hundreds of magazine articles and pamphlets during her short lifetime. Ms. Reed was best known for writing romance novels that often included themes of everlasting and unrequited love, ironic revenge, mystery, and the occult. Her best known book is <i>Lavender and Old Lace</i>, which later became the basis for <i>Arsenic and Old Lace</i>.</p>\n<p>Ms. Reed used the name Olive Green to write books and articles about domestic homemaking and cooking. Her cookbooks include <i>How to Cook Fish</i>, <i>What to Have for Breakfast</i>, and <i>One Thousand Simple Soups</i>. Myrtle Reed committed suicide in 1911 just after the publishing of her last novel, <i>A Weaver of Dreams</i>.</p>(Summary by Mary)</a></p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-cook-fish-by-olive-green/ |
p olive green pseudonym prolific late 19th century early 20th century author myrtle reed wrote thirty three books hundreds magazine articles pamphlets short lifetime ms reed best known writing romance novels often included themes everlasting unrequited love ironic revenge mystery occult best known book i lavender old lace i later became basis i arsenic old lace i p p ms reed used name olive green write books articles domestic homemaking cooking cookbooks include i how cook fish i i what breakfast i i one thousand simple soups i myrtle reed committed suicide 1911 publishing last novel i a weaver dreams i p summary mary a p |
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Rootabaga Stories |
Carl Sandburg |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Carl Sandburg is beloved by generations of children for his <i>Rootabaga Stories</i> and <i>Rootabaga Pigeons</i> (which is not in the public domain), a series of whimsical, sometimes melancholy stories he originally created for his own daughters. The Rootabaga Stories were born of Sandburg's desire for "American fairy tales" to match American childhood. He felt that the European stories involving royalty and knights were inappropriate, and so populated his stories with animals, skyscrapers, trains, corn fairies, and other colorful characters. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rootabaga-stories-by-carl-sandburg/ |
carl sandburg beloved generations children i rootabaga stories i i rootabaga pigeons i which public domain series whimsical sometimes melancholy stories originally created daughters rootabaga stories born sandburg s desire american fairy tales match american childhood felt european stories involving royalty knights inappropriate populated stories animals skyscrapers trains corn fairies colorful characters summary wikipedia p |
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Current Superstitions |
Fanny Dickerson Bergen |
*Non-fiction |
<p>No matter how enlightened, chances are you've been raised around superstitious lore of one kind or another. Fanny Dickerson Bergen was one of the original researchers of North American oral traditions relating to such key life events and experiences as babyhood and childhood, marriage, wishes and dreams, luck, warts and cures, death omens and mortuary customs, and "such truck," as Huck Finn would say.</p><p>You'll be surprised at how many of these old saws you'll know. Here's a quote from Chapter One, Babyhood:</p><p>Monday’s child is fair of face,<br />Tuesday’s child is full of grace,<br />Wednesday’s child is sour and sad,<br />Thursday’s child is merry and glad,<br />Friday’s child is loving and giving,<br />Saturday’s child must work for a living;<br />But the child that is born on the Sabbath day<br />Is blithe and bonny, good and gay.<br />--Baldwinsville, N. Y.</p><p>All of these readings are as short as 5 minutes and no longer than 15 minutes, with plenty of pithy one-liners in the form of proverbs, always given with the locale they came from in Canada or the United States (with clear influences in British tradition). (summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/current-superstitions-by-fanny-dickerson-bergen |
p no matter enlightened chances raised around superstitious lore one kind another fanny dickerson bergen one original researchers north american oral traditions relating key life events experiences babyhood childhood marriage wishes dreams luck warts cures death omens mortuary customs such truck huck finn would say p p you ll surprised many old saws know here s quote chapter one babyhood p p monday s child fair face br tuesday s child full grace br wednesday s child sour sad br thursday s child merry glad br friday s child loving giving br saturday s child must work living br but child born sabbath day br is blithe bonny good gay br baldwinsville n y p p all readings short 5 minutes longer 15 minutes plenty pithy one liners form proverbs always given locale came canada united states with clear influences british tradition summary denny sayers p |
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534 |
Essays in Radical Empiricism |
William James |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
William James (1842 – 1910) was a pioneering American psychologist and philosopher. He wrote influential books on the young science of psychology, educational psychology, psychology of religious experience and mysticism, and the philosophies of pragmatism and Radical Empiricism.<br /><br />Essays in Radical Empiricism is a collection edited and published posthumously by his colleague and biographer Ralph Barton Perry in 1912. It was assembled from a collection of reprinted journal articles published from 1904–1905 which James had deposited in August, 1906, at the Harvard University for supplemental use by his students. (Wikipedia)<p>\n\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/essays-in-radical-empiricism-by-william-james/ |
william james 1842 1910 pioneering american psychologist philosopher wrote influential books young science psychology educational psychology psychology religious experience mysticism philosophies pragmatism radical empiricism br br essays radical empiricism collection edited published posthumously colleague biographer ralph barton perry 1912 assembled collection reprinted journal articles published 1904 1905 james deposited august 1906 harvard university supplemental use students wikipedia p |
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535 |
Long Poems Collection 004 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox’s Long Poems Collection 004: a collection of 8 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-004/ |
librivox s long poems collection 004 collection 8 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length p |
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536 |
Magna Carta |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The original document is in Latin so this can only be a fairly rough approximation of the actual content. The text used is the first version in the Gutenberg collection. - Magna Carta is the most significant early influence on the long historical process that has led to the rule of constitutional law today. Magna Carta was originally created because of disagreements between the Pope, King John and his English barons over the rights of the King. Magna Carta required the king to renounce certain rights and respect certain legal procedures and to accept that the will of the king could be bound by law.</p>\n<p>(Summary by Jim Mowatt/Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1215 |
https://librivox.org/magna-carta/ |
p the original document latin fairly rough approximation actual content text used first version gutenberg collection magna carta significant early influence long historical process led rule constitutional law today magna carta originally created disagreements pope king john english barons rights king magna carta required king renounce certain rights respect certain legal procedures accept king could bound law p p summary jim mowatt wikipedia p |
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537 |
Manifest der Kommunistischen Partei |
Friedrich Engels |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
<p>\nKarl Marx und Friedrich Engels schrieben ihr <i>Manifest</i> im Dezember 1847, als Leitfaden fuer die grundsaetzlichen Prinzipien und Praktiken des Kommunismus. Das <i>Manifest</i> sagte ausserdem den Untergang des Kapitalistismus’ voraus.<br />\n\n(Zusammenfassung von Gesine)\n</p>\nEine Aufnahme in <em>englischer</em> Übersetzung gibt es <a href="http://librivox.org/the-communist-manifesto-by-karl-marx-and-friendrich-engels/">hier</a></p> |
German |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/manifest-der-kommunistischen-partei-von-karl-marx-und-friedrich-engels/ |
p karl marx und friedrich engels schrieben ihr i manifest i im dezember 1847 als leitfaden fuer die grundsaetzlichen prinzipien und praktiken des kommunismus das i manifest i sagte ausserdem den untergang des kapitalistismus voraus br zusammenfassung von gesine p eine aufnahme em englischer em übersetzung gibt es a href http librivox org the communist manifesto by karl marx and friendrich engels hier a p |
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Max und Moritz |
Wilhelm Busch |
Poetry |
<p>Max und Moritz - Eine Bubengeschichte in sieben Streichen (Erstveröffentlichung 4. April 1865) ist das wohl bekannteste Werk von Wilhelm Busch. Das Werk wird oft als Vorläufer der modernen Comics bezeichnet da die zahlreichen, von Busch selbst gezeichneten Bilder, in so enger Beziehung zu dem Text stehen. In Paarreimen erzählt die Geschichte von den bösartigen Streichen der zwei Buben Max und Moritz, deren Streiche sich hauptsächlich gegen Respektspersonen der damaligen Gesellschaft richten. Diese Geschichte ist für ein sehr junges sowohl als auch für ein Erwachsenes Publikum geeignet. Viele werden sich an diese Geschichte aus ihrer Kindheit liebevoll erinnern. (Zusammenfassung von Mikki)</p> |
German |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/max-und-moritz-by-wilhelm-busch/ |
p max und moritz eine bubengeschichte sieben streichen erstveröffentlichung 4 april 1865 ist das wohl bekannteste werk von wilhelm busch das werk wird oft als vorläufer der modernen comics bezeichnet da die zahlreichen von busch selbst gezeichneten bilder enger beziehung zu dem text stehen paarreimen erzählt die geschichte von den bösartigen streichen der zwei buben max und moritz deren streiche sich hauptsächlich gegen respektspersonen der damaligen gesellschaft richten diese geschichte ist für ein sehr junges sowohl als auch für ein erwachsenes publikum geeignet viele werden sich diese geschichte aus ihrer kindheit liebevoll erinnern zusammenfassung von mikki p |
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Max und Moritz (version 2) |
Wilhelm Busch |
Poetry |
<p><i>Max und Moritz - Eine Bubengeschichte in sieben Streichen</i> (Erstveröffentlichung 4. April 1865) ist das wohl bekannteste Werk von Wilhelm Busch. Das Werk wird oft als Vorläufer der modernen Comics bezeichnet da die zahlreichen, von Busch selbst gezeichneten Bilder, in so enger Beziehung zu dem Text stehen. In Paarreimen erzählt die Geschichte von den bösartigen Streichen der zwei Buben Max und Moritz, deren Streiche sich hauptsächlich gegen Respektspersonen der damaligen Gesellschaft richten. Diese Geschichte ist für ein sehr junges sowohl als auch für ein erwachsenes Publikum geeignet. Viele werden sich an diese Geschichte aus ihrer Kindheit liebevoll erinnern.</p> |
German |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/max-und-moritz-by-wilhelm-busch-version-2/ |
p i max und moritz eine bubengeschichte sieben streichen i erstveröffentlichung 4 april 1865 ist das wohl bekannteste werk von wilhelm busch das werk wird oft als vorläufer der modernen comics bezeichnet da die zahlreichen von busch selbst gezeichneten bilder enger beziehung zu dem text stehen paarreimen erzählt die geschichte von den bösartigen streichen der zwei buben max und moritz deren streiche sich hauptsächlich gegen respektspersonen der damaligen gesellschaft richten diese geschichte ist für ein sehr junges sowohl als auch für ein erwachsenes publikum geeignet viele werden sich diese geschichte aus ihrer kindheit liebevoll erinnern p |
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May Day |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>To celebrate <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/May_Day">May Day</a>, LibriVox volunteers bring you six different recordings of <em>May Day</em>, by Sara Teasdale. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 30th, 2006.<br />(Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/may-day-by-sara-teasdale/ |
p to celebrate a href http en wikipedia org wiki may_day may day a librivox volunteers bring six different recordings em may day em sara teasdale weekly poetry project week april 30th 2006 br summary annie coleman p |
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541 |
More Goops and How Not to Be Them |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>Deep in the heart of every parent is the wish, the desire, to have other adults tell us, in an unsolicited way, just how very polite one’s child is! This perhaps was even more the case in 1903, when Gelett Burgess produced his second book on the Goops. With entertaining cartoons - cariacatures of misbehaving children - he described many different breaches of tact and good manners.</p>\n<p>Burgess wrote several books of poetry on the Goops, each poem describing some significant way in which an unthoughtful or unkind child could offend polite society and often offering the hope that the listener would never behave that way. Ahem! Well, perhaps very few people have succeeded in not acting Goop-like at some point in their lives, but read along with Burgess as he attempts to define, in a humorous fashion, exactly what the differences between “Good” and “Goop” are!<br />(Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/more-goops-and-how-not-to-be-them-by-gelett-burgess/ |
p deep heart every parent wish desire adults tell us unsolicited way polite one s child is perhaps even case 1903 gelett burgess produced second book goops entertaining cartoons cariacatures misbehaving children described many different breaches tact good manners p p burgess wrote several books poetry goops poem describing significant way unthoughtful unkind child could offend polite society often offering hope listener would never behave way ahem well perhaps people succeeded acting goop like point lives read along burgess attempts define humorous fashion exactly differences good goop are br summary mark f smith p |
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542 |
Johnny Crow’s Party |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Animals & Nature |
<p>A beautifully illustrated children’s picture book. Listen to the narration while you view (on gutenberg.org) a variety of delightful animals doing strange things such as the kangaroo who tried to paint the roses blue. This is a follow up to Johnny Crow’s Garden. (Summary by Jim)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/johnny-crows-party-by-l-leslie-brooke/ |
p a beautifully illustrated children s picture book listen narration view on gutenberg org variety delightful animals strange things kangaroo tried paint roses blue follow johnny crow s garden summary jim p |
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431 |
543 |
Key of Gold: 23 Czech Folk Tales |
Joseph Baudis |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Not your common fairy tales, this collection is a mixture of morals, quirkiness, and sarcasm. In it one finds ironic derivatives (if not roots) of well known fairy tales such as “The Brave Little Taylor” and “Beauty and the Beast,” as well as some more unusual settings to impart the popular fairy tale themes of justice and happily ever after. Most stories are told with wry humor and often shocking irreverence for the expected fairy tale turn out. This is NOT a book for children, but one for adults who love fairy tales, and enjoy making fun of them.</p>\n\nDISCLAIMER: Story 09 contains some racially offensive material in its ending. Due to the LibriVox mission of reading, rather than rewriting, literature in the public domain, it has not been omitted from this anthology.\n\n(Summary by MariaSC)</p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-key-of-gold-23-czech-folk-tales-translated-by-joseph-baudis/ |
p not common fairy tales collection mixture morals quirkiness sarcasm one finds ironic derivatives if roots well known fairy tales the brave little taylor beauty beast well unusual settings impart popular fairy tale themes justice happily ever after stories told wry humor often shocking irreverence expected fairy tale turn out book children one adults love fairy tales enjoy making fun them p disclaimer story 09 contains racially offensive material ending due librivox mission reading rather rewriting literature public domain omitted anthology summary mariasc p |
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544 |
King Solomon's Mines |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>King Solomon’s Mines, first published in 1885, was a best-selling novel by the Victorian adventure writer H. Rider Haggard. It relates a journey into the heart of Africa by a group of adventurers led by Allan Quatermain in search of the legendary wealth said to be concealed in the mines of the novel’s title. It is significant as the first fictional adventure novel set in Africa, and is considered the genesis of the Lost World literary genre. - Haggard wrote over 50 books, among which were 14 novels starring Allan Quatermain.\n(Summary by Wikipedia/John Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/king-solomons-mines-by-haggard/ |
p king solomon s mines first published 1885 best selling novel victorian adventure writer h rider haggard relates journey heart africa group adventurers led allan quatermain search legendary wealth said concealed mines novel s title significant first fictional adventure novel set africa considered genesis lost world literary genre haggard wrote 50 books among 14 novels starring allan quatermain summary wikipedia john nicholson p |
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535 |
668 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2006 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, House & Home, Music |
The LibriVox community wants to bring you a special treat for the 2006 Holiday Season. Here is a collection of traditional Christmas carols recorded by our wonderful voluteers. Enjoy! <p>(Summary by Linda)<p>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2006/ |
librivox community wants bring special treat 2006 holiday season collection traditional christmas carols recorded wonderful voluteers enjoy p summary linda p |
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545 |
Kleider machen Leute |
Gottfried Keller |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Die Erzählung “Kleider machen Leute” erschien 1874 im zweiten Band des Novellenzyklus “Die Leute von Seldwyla”.\nEin arbeitsloser Schneidergeselle darf unterwegs in einer vornehmen Kutsche Platz nehmen. Der im kleinen Orte Goldach dem herrschaftlichen Wagen entsteigende Schneider wird vom Kutscher als Herr aristokratischer Herkunft ausgegeben. Der Schneider, der durch sein melancholisches Aussehen, vor allem aber durch seinen kostbar wirkenden Mantel und seine Pelzmütze Aufsehen erregt, gilt bald als ein polnischer Graf, den die Goldacher Bürgerschaft bewirtet und feiert. Er fördert das Mißverständnis nicht von sich aus, findet aber auch nicht den Mut, es aufzuklären. Umsoweniger, als sich die Tochter des Amtsrates in ihn verliebt… (Zusammenfassung von Stefan Schmelz)</p> |
German |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/kleider-machen-leute-by-gottfried-keller/ |
p die erzählung kleider machen leute erschien 1874 im zweiten band des novellenzyklus die leute von seldwyla ein arbeitsloser schneidergeselle darf unterwegs einer vornehmen kutsche platz nehmen der im kleinen orte goldach dem herrschaftlichen wagen entsteigende schneider wird vom kutscher als herr aristokratischer herkunft ausgegeben der schneider der durch sein melancholisches aussehen vor allem aber durch seinen kostbar wirkenden mantel und seine pelzmütze aufsehen erregt gilt bald als ein polnischer graf den die goldacher bürgerschaft bewirtet und feiert er fördert das mißverständnis nicht von sich aus findet aber auch nicht den mut es aufzuklären umsoweniger als sich die tochter des amtsrates ihn verliebt zusammenfassung von stefan schmelz p |
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Krasavitse |
Alexander Pushkin |
Poetry |
<p><i>Krasavitse, Kotoraya Niuhala Tabak</i> (<i>To a Beautiful woman, Who Was Smelling Tobacco</i>) is a small poem written by Alexander Pushkin, a famous Russian poet well known outside the Russia. The author describes in a fun and artistc way the conflict between an image inside of his head of the beautiful and lovely women on the one hand, and her action - smelling tobacco - on the other hand! Can anyone imagine two more incompatible things than a clean and bright woman and a dirty toy of alcoholics and sailors - tobacco! This conflict hit the author straight into his heart, so he couldn’t ignore it and wrote this amazing poem upon such a revelational theme.(Summary written by Yakovlev Valery)</p> |
Russian |
0 |
https://librivox.org/krasavitse-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
p i krasavitse kotoraya niuhala tabak i i to beautiful woman smelling tobacco i small poem written alexander pushkin famous russian poet well known outside russia author describes fun artistc way conflict image inside head beautiful lovely women one hand action smelling tobacco hand anyone imagine two incompatible things clean bright woman dirty toy alcoholics sailors tobacco conflict hit author straight heart couldn t ignore wrote amazing poem upon revelational theme summary written yakovlev valery p |
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Avventure di Pinocchio |
Carlo Collodi |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Le avventure di Pinocchio. Storia di un burattino è il titolo del romanzo ottocentesco che ha come protagonista un notissimo personaggio di finzione, appunto Pinocchio, burattino di legno al centro di celeberrime avventure. Si tratta di un classico della cosiddetta letteratura per ragazzi e fu scritto nel 1881 da Collodi (pseudonimo dello scrittore Carlo Lorenzini).\nIl personaggio di Pinocchio - burattino umanizzato nella tendenza a nascondersi dietro facili menzogne e a cui cresce il naso in rapporto ad ogni bugia che dice - è stato fatto proprio con il tempo anche dal mondo del cinema e da quello dei fumetti. Sulla sua figura sono stati inoltre realizzati album musicali e allestimenti teatrali in forma di musical.\nNelle intenzioni di Collodi pare non vi fosse quella di creare un racconto per l’infanzia: nella prima versione, infatti, il burattino moriva, impiccato a causa dei suoi innumerevoli errori. Solo nelle versioni successive, pubblicate a puntate su un quotidiano (il Giornale per bambini), la storia venne modificata con il classico finale che oggi si conosce, con il burattino che assume le fattezze di un ragazzo in carne ed ossa.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/le-avventure-di-pinocchio-by-c-collodi/ |
p le avventure di pinocchio storia di un burattino è il titolo del romanzo ottocentesco che ha come protagonista un notissimo personaggio di finzione appunto pinocchio burattino di legno al centro di celeberrime avventure si tratta di un classico della cosiddetta letteratura per ragazzi e fu scritto nel 1881 da collodi pseudonimo dello scrittore carlo lorenzini il personaggio di pinocchio burattino umanizzato nella tendenza nascondersi dietro facili menzogne e cui cresce il naso rapporto ad ogni bugia che dice è stato fatto proprio con il tempo anche dal mondo del cinema e da quello dei fumetti sulla sua figura sono stati inoltre realizzati album musicali e allestimenti teatrali forma di musical nelle intenzioni di collodi pare non vi fosse quella di creare un racconto per l infanzia nella prima versione infatti il burattino moriva impiccato causa dei suoi innumerevoli errori solo nelle versioni successive pubblicate puntate su un quotidiano il giornale per bambini la storia venne modificata con il classico finale che oggi si conosce con il burattino che assume le fattezze di un ragazzo carne ed ossa summary wikipedia p |
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Walden |
Henry David Thoreau |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Philosophy |
Walden by Henry David Thoreau is one of the best-known non-fiction books written by an American. Published in 1854, it details Thoreau’s life for two years, two months, and two days around the shores of Walden Pond. Walden is neither a novel nor a true autobiography, but a social critique of the Western World, with each chapter heralding some aspect of humanity that needed to be either renounced or praised. Along with his critique of the civilized world, Thoreau examines other issues afflicting man in society, ranging from economy and reading to solitude and higher laws. He also takes time to talk about the experience at Walden Pond itself, commenting on the animals and the way people treated him for living there, using those experiences to bring out his philosophical positions. This extended commentary on nature has often been interpreted as a strong statement to the natural religion that transcendentalists like Thoreau and Emerson were preaching. (Description amended from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/walden-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
walden henry david thoreau one best known non fiction books written american published 1854 details thoreau s life two years two months two days around shores walden pond walden neither novel true autobiography social critique western world chapter heralding aspect humanity needed either renounced praised along critique civilized world thoreau examines issues afflicting man society ranging economy reading solitude higher laws also takes time talk experience walden pond itself commenting animals way people treated living there using experiences bring philosophical positions extended commentary nature often interpreted strong statement natural religion transcendentalists like thoreau emerson preaching description amended wikipedia p |
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War Is Kind (Collection) |
Stephen Crane |
Poetry |
Published in 1899, just a year before his death, War Is Kind by Stephen Crane evokes again the dark imagery of war which made his fortune in The Red Badge Of Courage. Unlike that book, this collection leaves the battlefield itself behind to explore the damage war does to people’s hearts and minds. Reeking of dashed hopes, simultaneously sympathetic with the victims of war and cynical about the purposes of war, Crane implicitly criticizes the image of the romantic hero and asks if Love can survive.</p>\n<p>The poetic voice is one of an old and wearied soul, stark and disillusioned, which is all the more intriguing since Crane was dead before he reached his 30th birthday. His work calls to mind the Beat Poets of the mid 20th century in its powerful use of language and bleak idiomatic landscape. It is poetry on the cusp of the fin de siècle; echoing the passing age and presaging the newborn century. (Summary by Chip)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/war-is-kind-collection-by-stephen-crane/ |
published 1899 year death war kind stephen crane evokes dark imagery war made fortune red badge courage unlike book collection leaves battlefield behind explore damage war people s hearts minds reeking dashed hopes simultaneously sympathetic victims war cynical purposes war crane implicitly criticizes image romantic hero asks love survive p p the poetic voice one old wearied soul stark disillusioned intriguing since crane dead reached 30th birthday work calls mind beat poets mid 20th century powerful use language bleak idiomatic landscape poetry cusp fin de siècle echoing passing age presaging newborn century summary chip p |
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552 |
War of the Worlds (version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
War of the Worlds by Herbert George Wells (H.G. Wells) was published in 1898 at a time when he wrote a series of novels related to a number of historical events of the time. The most important of these was the unification and militarization of Germany. The story, written in a semi-documentary style, is told in the first person by an unnamed observer. It tells of the events which happen mostly in London and the county of Surrey, England, when a number of vessels manned by aliens are fired from Mars and land on Earth. (Summary by Rebecca)</p>\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/war-of-the-worlds-solo-by-h-g-wells/ |
war worlds herbert george wells h g wells published 1898 time wrote series novels related number historical events time important unification militarization germany story written semi documentary style told first person unnamed observer tells events happen mostly london county surrey england number vessels manned aliens fired mars land earth summary rebecca p |
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Wedding Poems |
Various |
Poetry |
In honor of Kristin and Corey’s wedding (April 2006) we’ve recorded a selection of wedding-themed poems. Congratulations, you two!</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/wedding-poems-for-kristin-and-corey/ |
honor kristin corey s wedding april 2006 we ve recorded selection wedding themed poems congratulations two p |
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554 |
Where My Books Go |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry |
Librivox volunteers bring you thirteen different readings of the short poem <em>Where My Books Go</em> by William Butler Yeats, a weekly poetry project. (Summary by Annie Coleman)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/where-my-books-go-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
librivox volunteers bring thirteen different readings short poem em where books go em william butler yeats weekly poetry project summary annie coleman p |
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556 |
White Fang |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p></ br><i>White Fang</i> (1906) was written as a companion to Jack London's successful <a href="http://librivox.org/call-of-the-wild-by-jack-london/"><i>Call of the Wild</i></a> (1903). It is the tale of a wild dog born in the wild and eventually brought to civilization. The story is viewed primarily through the eyes of its canine protagonist and deals with themes of morality and redemption. (Summary by Gord Mackenzie.)</p>\n</ br>\n<p>Part 1, Chapter 1 read by Richard Hart<br>\nPart 3, Chapters 3 & 4 read by Stephen Gilbert<br>\nPart 4, Chapters 5 & 6 read by Todd Fadoir<br></p>\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/white-fang-by-jack-london/ |
p br i white fang i 1906 written companion jack london s successful a href http librivox org call of the wild by jack london i call wild i a 1903 tale wild dog born wild eventually brought civilization story viewed primarily eyes canine protagonist deals themes morality redemption summary gord mackenzie p br p part 1 chapter 1 read richard hart br part 3 chapters 3 4 read stephen gilbert br part 4 chapters 5 6 read todd fadoir br p |
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557 |
Белые ночи (White Nights) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Belye Nochi ”White Nights” by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. In this small 100kb story (though author states this is a sentimental novel) author describes in his traditional and particular way the internal world of one young lonely person.<br />\nThe hero’s 26 years old man, who is oriented into his internal world, who’s rather shy, and thus is in real demand of a soulful conversations and love. The action take place in the city of a real and deep sentiments and romance — Saint Petersburg, the most romantic and european city in Russia. Not only the location is important, but also a time of a day: all actions in the story take place in evening and night time — the famous time of white nights.<br />\n\nOnce, hero is going out to have a little daily promenade alone and he occasionaly meets an attractive and lovely woman on evening streets of Saint Petersburg. Can he fell in love with her? Can they estimate the value of this relationship? Can they lead a happy life in this city of lonely hearts? You will know the answers on all these questions if you read or listen to a story.<br />\n(Summary written by Yakovlev Valery)</p> |
Russian |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/white-nights-by-fyodor-dostoevsky/ |
belye nochi white nights fyodor dostoyevsky small 100kb story though author states sentimental novel author describes traditional particular way internal world one young lonely person br hero s 26 years old man oriented internal world who s rather shy thus real demand soulful conversations love action take place city real deep sentiments romance saint petersburg romantic european city russia location important also time day actions story take place evening night time famous time white nights br once hero going little daily promenade alone occasionaly meets attractive lovely woman evening streets saint petersburg fell love her estimate value relationship lead happy life city lonely hearts know answers questions read listen story br summary written yakovlev valery p |
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558 |
Work without Hope |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <em>Work without Hope</em>, by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, in honor of Labor Day. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 3rd, 2006.</p> |
English |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/work-without-hope-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
p librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em work without hope em samuel taylor coleridge honor labor day weekly poetry project week september 3rd 2006 p |
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559 |
Zapiski iz podpolya (Notes from the Underground) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction |
Notes from Underground by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a sophisticated novell with extremely hard to comprehend philosophical ideas lying on the border of paranoia, orthodoxal believing of God and psychological researches on human nature. Every sentence sounds like a sort of revelation to an unprepared reader’s mind and causes a deep flashback thoughts which are impossible to get rid of, which also require an immediate solution.<br />\nThough it’s hard to define precisely what kind of content presented in novell but one can say it is a sort of impossible mixture of traditional Dostoevsky’s ideas of loneliness, ideas of internal human confilct, ideas of freedom and interhuman relationship.<br />\n\nReader keeps interest to the story in all time whilst he reads it. Such an effect is achieved by author’s methodical strikes right into reader’s head, so when you read a novell you have an extremely real experience of YOU being THERE, of you experiencing all that awe of facing loneliness and society exile. All that Dostoevsky literator’s power teleports you right into that underground, right into that dirty yellow (when you read Dostoevsky’s book you realize that yellow is a color neither of sun nor of life nor whatever, but it is a color of decay, corruption and something hectic) underground of poor Saint Petersburg’s borough. And you feel like that underground trying to kill you, trying to eliminate of your individuality and make your soul look like a sort of madness, like all that dirty corners and floors of that dirty yellow room. You can feel like you became totaly crazy with that hero’s feelings and thoughts, and you even may not imagine the level of feeling of threaten you can experience… But while you read the story you should better hold at least a tiny thread to reality in order to realize that you are not in a lunatic asylum yet.<br />\nIf you are not so much frightened you may be encouraged to make a trip to that world of Dostoevsky’s St. Peterburg and encounter with an entire human catastrophe by reading a book or listening to it. (Summary by Yakovlev Valery)\n |
Russian |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/zapiski-iz-podpolya-by-fyodor_dostoevsky/ |
notes underground fyodor dostoevsky sophisticated novell extremely hard comprehend philosophical ideas lying border paranoia orthodoxal believing god psychological researches human nature every sentence sounds like sort revelation unprepared reader s mind causes deep flashback thoughts impossible get rid of also require immediate solution br though it s hard define precisely kind content presented novell one say sort impossible mixture traditional dostoevsky s ideas loneliness ideas internal human confilct ideas freedom interhuman relationship br reader keeps interest story time whilst reads it effect achieved author s methodical strikes right reader s head read novell extremely real experience there experiencing awe facing loneliness society exile dostoevsky literator s power teleports right underground right dirty yellow when read dostoevsky s book realize yellow color neither sun life whatever color decay corruption something hectic underground poor saint petersburg s borough feel like underground trying kill you trying eliminate individuality make soul look like sort madness like dirty corners floors dirty yellow room feel like became totaly crazy hero s feelings thoughts even may imagine level feeling threaten experience read story better hold least tiny thread reality order realize lunatic asylum yet br much frightened may encouraged make trip world dostoevsky s st peterburg encounter entire human catastrophe reading book listening it summary yakovlev valery |
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560 |
Sonnet 116 |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you seventeen recordings of Sonnet 116 by William Shakespeare. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 15th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-116-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring seventeen recordings sonnet 116 william shakespeare weekly poetry project week october 15th 2006 p |
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447 |
561 |
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>This story of Santa Claus veers away slightly from the traditional stories of his beginnings. L. Frank Baum creates a world of fantasy that surrounds Santa Claus's life. Orphaned at an infant he is found by the nymph Necile, who convinces the great Ak to allow her to raise Claus for her own. As he grows older he meets his fellow humans, and sees the neglect of children. This sets him on the path to making toys and becoming the beloved Saint Nicholas we are familiar with today. (summary by Kri)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-by-l-frank-baum |
p this story santa claus veers away slightly traditional stories beginnings l frank baum creates world fantasy surrounds santa claus s life orphaned infant found nymph necile convinces great ak allow raise claus own grows older meets fellow humans sees neglect children sets path making toys becoming beloved saint nicholas familiar today summary kri p |
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448 |
562 |
Buccaneers and Pirates of Our Coasts |
Frank R. Stockton |
*Non-fiction, History |
Buccaneers is non-fiction, a highly readable history of how piracy began and spread throughout the region in response to the plundering of Spanish colonialism. It is written with great flair for the dramatic by the author of <em>The Lady or the Tiger?</em><br><br>\n\nIf you care to read along while listening, the online text features a facsimile version of <em>Buccaneers & Pirates</em> that includes an antique map of the Caribbean which is a nice reference for readers and listeners for islands’ names, ports, hideaways, and buried treasure! (Summary by Denny Sayers)\n</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/buccaneers-and-the-pirates-of-our-coast/ |
buccaneers non fiction highly readable history piracy began spread throughout region response plundering spanish colonialism written great flair dramatic author em the lady tiger em br br care read along listening online text features facsimile version em buccaneers pirates em includes antique map caribbean nice reference readers listeners islands names ports hideaways buried treasure summary denny sayers p |
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563 |
Vanity Fair |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Satire |
<i>Vanity Fair: A Novel without a Hero</i> is a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray that satirizes society in early 19th-century England. Like many novels of the time, <i>Vanity Fair</i> was published as a serial before being sold in book form; it was printed in 20 monthly parts between January 1847 and July 1848.<p>Thackeray meant the book to be not only entertaining but also instructive; this is shown both by the narrator of the book and in Thackeray's private correspondence. The novel is now remembered as a classic of English literature, though some critics claim that it has structural problems; Thackeray sometimes lost track of the huge scope of his work, mixing up characters' names and minor plot details. The number of allusions and references it contains can make it difficult for modern readers to follow.<p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/vanity-fair-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
i vanity fair novel without hero i novel william makepeace thackeray satirizes society early 19th century england like many novels time i vanity fair i published serial sold book form printed 20 monthly parts january 1847 july 1848 p thackeray meant book entertaining also instructive shown narrator book thackeray s private correspondence novel remembered classic english literature though critics claim structural problems thackeray sometimes lost track huge scope work mixing characters names minor plot details number allusions references contains make difficult modern readers follow p |
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564 |
Practice of the Presence of God |
Brother Lawrence |
Religion |
The Practice of the Presence of God is a collection of letters and transcriptions of conversations, compiled by a disciple of Brother Lawrence. Brother Lawrence was a Carmelite monk and head cook in his monastery's kitchens. He quickly gained an international reputation as a mystic and spiritual counselor. The Practice of the Presence records his last words of advice to his friends and disciples, as he suffered from an unnamed illness which would eventually take his life. (Description written by Kirsten Ferreri.)</p> |
English |
1691 |
https://librivox.org/the-practice-of-the-presence-of-god-by-brother-lawrence/ |
practice presence god collection letters transcriptions conversations compiled disciple brother lawrence brother lawrence carmelite monk head cook monastery s kitchens quickly gained international reputation mystic spiritual counselor practice presence records last words advice friends disciples suffered unnamed illness would eventually take life description written kirsten ferreri p |
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451 |
565 |
Barchester Towers |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>This is the second in Trollope’s ‘Barsetshire’ series of novels. The later novels in the series move away from Barchester itself but 'Barchester Towers' is very much a sequel to the first book ‘The Warden’, which is also available from Librivox.<br><br>The old bishop dies, the archdeacon, Dr. Grantly fails to succeed him and a new bishop, Dr. Proudie is appointed. Dr. Grantly gains a worthy foe, not the new bishop but his wife, Mrs. Proudie, strict sabatarian and power behind the Episcopal throne together with the bishop’s chaplain, Mr. Slope.<br><br>John Bold is also dead and Eleanor, now a wealthy young widow sets clerical hearts fluttering. The new bishop must deal with the wardenship of Hiram’s Hospital. Will it go to Mr. Harding? All is to play for. Then the old Dean dies and the stakes are raised. (Summary by Andy)<p>\n</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/barchester-towers-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p this second trollope s barsetshire series novels later novels series move away barchester barchester towers much sequel first book the warden also available librivox br br the old bishop dies archdeacon dr grantly fails succeed new bishop dr proudie appointed dr grantly gains worthy foe new bishop wife mrs proudie strict sabatarian power behind episcopal throne together bishop s chaplain mr slope br br john bold also dead eleanor wealthy young widow sets clerical hearts fluttering new bishop must deal wardenship hiram s hospital go mr harding play for old dean dies stakes raised summary andy p p |
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567 |
Don Quijote 1 |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p><i>Don Quijote de la Mancha</i> (ortografía y título original —1605—, <i>El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha</i>) es una de las obras cumbre de la literatura española y la literatura universal, el libro más traducido después de la Biblia, escrito por Miguel de Cervantes.</p>\n\n<p>La novela consta de dos partes: la primera, <i>El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha</i>, fue publicada en 1605; la segunda, <i>El ingenioso caballero don Quijote de la Mancha</i>, en 1615.</p>\n\n<p>La primera parte se imprimió en Madrid, en casa de Juan de la Cuesta, a fines de 1604. Salió a la venta en enero de 1605 con numerosas erratas, a causa de la celeridad que imponía el contrato de edición. Esta edición se reimprimió en el mismo año y en el mismo taller, de forma que hay en realidad dos ediciones de 1605 ligeramente distintas. Se sospecha, sin embargo, que existió una novela más corta, que sería una de sus futuras Novelas ejemplares. (Resumen de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/don-quijote-vol-1-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
p i don quijote de la mancha i ortografía título original 1605 i el ingenioso hidalgo quixote de la mancha i es una de las obras cumbre de la literatura española la literatura universal el libro más traducido después de la biblia escrito por miguel de cervantes p p la novela consta de dos partes la primera i el ingenioso hidalgo quijote de la mancha i fue publicada en 1605 la segunda i el ingenioso caballero quijote de la mancha i en 1615 p p la primera parte se imprimió en madrid en casa de juan de la cuesta fines de 1604 salió la venta en enero de 1605 con numerosas erratas causa de la celeridad que imponía el contrato de edición esta edición se reimprimió en el mismo año en el mismo taller de forma que hay en realidad dos ediciones de 1605 ligeramente distintas se sospecha sin embargo que existió una novela más corta que sería una de sus futuras novelas ejemplares resumen de wikipedia p |
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555 |
692 |
Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <em>Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven</em>, by William Butler Yeats. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 10th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/aedh-wishes-for-the-cloths-of-heaven-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
p librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em aedh wishes cloths heaven em william butler yeats weekly poetry project week december 10th 2006 p |
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453 |
568 |
Lady Susan (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Jane Austen demonstrated her mastery of the epistolary novel genre in Lady Susan, which she wrote in 1795 but never published. Although the primary focus of this short novel is the selfish behavior of Lady Susan as she engages in affairs and searches for suitable husbands for herself and her young daughter, the actual action shares its importance with Austen’s manipulation of her characters' behavior by means of their reactions to the letters that they receive. The heroine adds additional interest by altering the tone of her own letters based on the recipient of the letter. Thus, the character of Lady Susan is developed through many branches as Austen suggests complications of identity and the way in which that identity is based on interaction rather than on solitary constructions of personality. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/lady-susan-v2-by-jane-austen/ |
p jane austen demonstrated mastery epistolary novel genre lady susan wrote 1795 never published although primary focus short novel selfish behavior lady susan engages affairs searches suitable husbands young daughter actual action shares importance austen s manipulation characters behavior means reactions letters receive heroine adds additional interest altering tone letters based recipient letter thus character lady susan developed many branches austen suggests complications identity way identity based interaction rather solitary constructions personality summary wikipedia p |
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454 |
569 |
Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Short Stories |
<p>Most of the following Kwaidan, or Weird Tales, have been taken from old Japanese books,— such as the Yaso-Kidan, Bukkyo-Hyakkwa-Zensho, Kokon-Chomonshu, Tama-Sudare, and Hyaku-Monogatari. Some of the stories may have had a Chinese origin: the very remarkable "Dream of Akinosuke," for example, is certainly from a Chinese source. But the story-teller, in every case, has so recolored and reshaped his borrowing as to naturalize it… One queer tale, "Yuki-Onna," was told me by a farmer of Chofu, Nishitama-gori, in Musashi province, as a legend of his native village. Whether it has ever been written in Japanese I do not know; but the extraordinary belief which it records used certainly to exist in most parts of Japan, and in many curious forms… The incident of "Riki-Baka" was a personal experience; and I wrote it down almost exactly as it happened, changing only a family-name mentioned by the Japanese narrator. (Summary by L. Hearn, from the Introduction to the book)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/kwaidan-stories-and-studies-of-strange-things-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
p most following kwaidan weird tales taken old japanese books yaso kidan bukkyo hyakkwa zensho kokon chomonshu tama sudare hyaku monogatari stories may chinese origin remarkable dream akinosuke example certainly chinese source story teller every case recolored reshaped borrowing naturalize it one queer tale yuki onna told farmer chofu nishitama gori musashi province legend native village whether ever written japanese know extraordinary belief records used certainly exist parts japan many curious forms incident riki baka personal experience wrote almost exactly happened changing family name mentioned japanese narrator summary l hearn introduction book p |
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455 |
570 |
Prime Numbers |
Unknown |
Mathematics |
<p>A recording of the first 2000 prime numbers (2-17389). Recommended listening for all math geeks and insomniacs!</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/prime-numbers/ |
p a recording first 2000 prime numbers 2 17389 recommended listening math geeks insomniacs p |
| 466 |
456 |
573 |
Essays, First Series |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Essays & Short Works |
“We live in succession, in division, in parts, in particles. Meantime within man is the soul of the whole; the wise silence; the universal beauty, to which every part and particle is equally related, the eternal ONE. And this deep power in which we exist and whose beatitude is all accessible to us, is not only self-sufficing and perfect in every hour, but the act of seeing and the thing seen, the seer and the spectacle, the subject and the object, are one. We see the world piece by piece, as the sun, the moon, the animal, the tree; but the whole, of which these are shining parts, is the soul”. (From Essay 9, ‘The Over-Soul’)<p>\n |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/essays-first-series-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
we live succession division parts particles meantime within man soul whole wise silence universal beauty every part particle equally related eternal one deep power exist whose beatitude accessible us self sufficing perfect every hour act seeing thing seen seer spectacle subject object one see world piece piece sun moon animal tree whole shining parts soul from essay 9 the over soul p |
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457 |
574 |
Glugs of Gosh |
C. J. Dennis |
Poetry, Satire |
First published in 1917, The Glugs of Gosh satirizes Australian life at the start of the twentieth century - but the absurdities it catalogs seem just as prevalent at the start of the twenty-first. The foolishness of kings, the arrogance of the elite, the gullibility of crowds, the pride of the self-righteous, the unthinking following of tradition - all find themselves the targets of C. J. Dennis' biting wit. (Summary by Chris Goringe).<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/glugs-of-gosh-by-c-j-dennis/ |
first published 1917 glugs gosh satirizes australian life start twentieth century absurdities catalogs seem prevalent start twenty first foolishness kings arrogance elite gullibility crowds pride self righteous unthinking following tradition find targets c j dennis biting wit summary chris goringe p |
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458 |
575 |
Imitation of Christ |
Thomas à Kempis |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The Imitation of Christ is widely considered one of the greatest manuals of devotion in Christianity. The life of Christ is presented as the highest study possible to a mortal, as Jesus’ teachings far excel all the teachings of the saints. The book gives counsel to read the scriptures, statements about the uses of adversity, advice for submission to authority, warnings against temptation and how to resist it, reflections about death and the judgment, meditations upon the oblation of Christ, and admonitions to flee the vanities of the world. (Summary drawn from Wikipedia).<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-imitation-of-christ-by-thomas-a-kempis/ |
imitation christ widely considered one greatest manuals devotion christianity life christ presented highest study possible mortal jesus teachings far excel teachings saints book gives counsel read scriptures statements uses adversity advice submission authority warnings temptation resist it reflections death judgment meditations upon oblation christ admonitions flee vanities world summary drawn wikipedia p |
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459 |
576 |
Copyright Question |
George Morang |
Law |
This is a letter to the Toronto Board of Trade regarding Canadian copyrights. Morang requested an appearance before the Toronto Board of Trade but was denied. This is his letter in response. He wished to make clear his position. Summary by Esther.<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-copyright-question/ |
letter toronto board trade regarding canadian copyrights morang requested appearance toronto board trade denied letter response wished make clear position summary esther p |
| 470 |
460 |
577 |
Short Poetry Collection 019 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 019: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-019/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 019 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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461 |
578 |
Oliver Twist |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Oliver Twist is an 1838 novel by Charles Dickens. It was originally published as a serial.<br><br>Like most of Dickens' work, the book is used to call the public's attention to various contemporary social evils, including the workhouse, child labour and the recruitment of children as criminals. The novel is full of sarcasm and dark humour, even as it treats its serious subject, revealing the hypocrisies of the time.<br><br>It has been the subject of numerous film and television adaptations, and the basis for a highly successful British musical, Oliver!. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-by-charles-dickens/ |
p oliver twist 1838 novel charles dickens originally published serial br br like dickens work book used call public s attention various contemporary social evils including workhouse child labour recruitment children criminals novel full sarcasm dark humour even treats serious subject revealing hypocrisies time br br it subject numerous film television adaptations basis highly successful british musical oliver summary wikipedia p |
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462 |
579 |
Story of the Treasure Seekers |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
<p>This is the story of the Bastable children and their attempts to help the family finances by searching for treasure. (Summary by Karen Savage)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-treasure-seekers-by-e-nesbit/ |
p this story bastable children attempts help family finances searching treasure summary karen savage p |
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463 |
580 |
Ideal Bartender |
Tom Bullock |
Reference, Cooking |
The book was written by Tom Bullock, a well-known bartender at the St. Louis Country Club. His skills as a bartender were so remarkable that a libel suit hinged on the excellence of his drinks. In The Ideal Bartender, Tom collects some of his best known beverage recipes.<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-ideal-bartender-by-tom-bullock/ |
book written tom bullock well known bartender st louis country club skills bartender remarkable libel suit hinged excellence drinks ideal bartender tom collects best known beverage recipes br br |
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464 |
581 |
New-England Boy's Song About Thanksgiving Day |
Lydia Maria Child |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you two different recordings of <em>The New-England Boy’s Song About Thanksgiving Day</em>, by Lydia Maria Child, to celebrate Thanksgiving, 2006. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 19th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-england-boys-song-about-thanksgiving-day-by-lydia-maria-child/ |
p librivox volunteers bring two different recordings em the new england boy s song thanksgiving day em lydia maria child celebrate thanksgiving 2006 weekly poetry project week november 19th 2006 p |
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465 |
582 |
Price of Love |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
<p>Rachel Louise Fleckring works for the elderly Mrs Maldon, and although with the woman for only a short time, she is taken into the heart of the family. She falls in love with one of Mrs Maldon's descendents, but along the way, she has to come to terms with the fact that he isn't, perhaps, the perfectly honest man she thought he was. (Summary by Christine)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-price-of-love-by-arnold-bennett/ |
p rachel louise fleckring works elderly mrs maldon although woman short time taken heart family falls love one mrs maldon s descendents along way come terms fact isn t perhaps perfectly honest man thought was summary christine p |
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466 |
583 |
Devil's Dictionary |
Ambrose Bierce |
Satire |
<p>Ambrose Bierce (1842 - 1914?), satirist, critic, poet, short story writer and journalist. His fiction showed a clean economical style often sprinkled with subtle cynical comments on human behaviour. In the Devil's Dictionary, he let his sense of humour and his cynical outlook on life colour a collection of dictionary-like definitions. (Summary by Peter)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-devils-dictionary-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
p ambrose bierce 1842 1914 satirist critic poet short story writer journalist fiction showed clean economical style often sprinkled subtle cynical comments human behaviour devil s dictionary let sense humour cynical outlook life colour collection dictionary like definitions summary peter p |
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467 |
584 |
唐诗三百首 卷二 Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 2 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p><br />Compiled around 1763, 'Three Hundred Tang Poems' is the standard collection of the poetic art of the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907). Volume Two includes the styles 古言七诗 'seven character ancient verse' (poems 46 to 73) and 古乐府 'ancient folk-song styled verse' (poems 74 to 89). (Summary by David Barnes)<p>\n\n<p>Files containing the text in both Chinese and English for the individual poems in this collection can be downloaded by poem number in pdf format from <a href="hhttp://www.archive.org/details/300_tang_poems_vol_2_librivox">LibriVox’s Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 2 Internet Archive page</a></p> |
Chinese |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/three-hundred-tang-poems-volume-2-by-various/ |
p br compiled around 1763 three hundred tang poems standard collection poetic art tang dynasty 618 907 volume two includes styles 古言七诗 seven character ancient verse poems 46 73 古乐府 ancient folk song styled verse poems 74 89 summary david barnes p p files containing text chinese english individual poems collection downloaded poem number pdf format a href hhttp www archive org details 300_tang_poems_vol_2_librivox librivox s three hundred tang poems volume 2 internet archive page a p |
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Just So Stories |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
The <i>Just So Stories for Little Children</i>, first published in 1902, were written by British author Rudyard Kipling. They are a collection of fantastic stories, typically about how various animals came to be the way they are today. (Summary by Reynard with help from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-stories-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
i just stories little children i first published 1902 written british author rudyard kipling collection fantastic stories typically various animals came way today summary reynard help wikipedia p |
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594 |
From the Earth to the Moon |
Jules Verne |
Science Fiction |
<p>From the Earth to the Moon (French: De la Terre à la Lune) is a humorous science fantasy story written in 1865 by Jules Verne and is one of the earliest entries in that genre. It tells the story of three well-to-do members of a post-American Civil War gun club who build an enormous sky-facing columbiad and ride a spaceship fired from it to the moon. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-earth-to-the-moon-by-jules-verne/ |
p from earth moon french de la terre à la lune humorous science fantasy story written 1865 jules verne one earliest entries genre tells story three well to do members post american civil war gun club build enormous sky facing columbiad ride spaceship fired moon summary wikipedia p |
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595 |
From The Temple |
George Herbert |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
George Herbert was a country minister, and a protégé of the great metaphysical poet John Donne. In The Temple, Herbert combines these two aspects of his training in one of the greatest cycles of religious poetry ever written.The soloist\nreads us a selection from this work(Summary by Caeristhiona)</p> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-temple-by-george-herbert/ |
george herbert country minister protégé great metaphysical poet john donne temple herbert combines two aspects training one greatest cycles religious poetry ever written the soloist reads us selection work summary caeristhiona p |
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587 |
Life in the Clearings Versus the Bush |
Susanna Moodie |
Modern (19th C) |
As a middle class Englishwoman Moodie did not particularly enjoy "the bush", as she called it. She and her husband moved to Belleville in 1840, which she referred to as "the clearings". Here she described urban life, including religion, art, and education, especially as compared to relative lack of these things in "the bush". She studied the Family Compact and became sympathetic to the moderate reformers led by Robert Baldwin, while remaining critical of radical reformers such as William Lyon Mackenzie. This caused problems for her husband, who shared her views, but, as sheriff of Belleville, had to work with members and supporters of the Family Compact. (Summary from Wikipedia)<BR><BR>\nThis was read as a duet by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a>. Joined in section 9 by <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/75">Jim Mowatt</a>, and in section 12 by <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/453">Glen Hallstrom</a>.<p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-the-clearings-versus-the-bush/ |
middle class englishwoman moodie particularly enjoy the bush called it husband moved belleville 1840 referred the clearings described urban life including religion art education especially compared relative lack things the bush studied family compact became sympathetic moderate reformers led robert baldwin remaining critical radical reformers william lyon mackenzie caused problems husband shared views but sheriff belleville work members supporters family compact summary wikipedia br br read duet a href http librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a joined section 9 a href http dev librivox org reader 75 jim mowatt a section 12 a href http dev librivox org reader 453 glen hallstrom a p |
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588 |
Paradise Lost |
John Milton |
Poetry, Epics |
Paradise Lost is the first epic of English literature written in the classical style. John Milton saw himself as the intellectual heir of Homer, Virgil, and Dante, and sought to create a work of art which fully represented the most basic tenets of the Protestant faith. His work, which was dictated from memory and transcribed by his daughter, remains as one of the most powerful English poems. (Summary by Caeristhiona)<br /><br />This is a recording of the text of Milton’s first edition of 1667, which had ten books, unlike the second edition (1674) which was redivided into twelve books in the manner of Virgil’s Aeneid. See Wikipedia entry.</p>\n |
English |
1667 |
https://librivox.org/paradise-lost-by-john-milton/ |
paradise lost first epic english literature written classical style john milton saw intellectual heir homer virgil dante sought create work art fully represented basic tenets protestant faith work dictated memory transcribed daughter remains one powerful english poems summary caeristhiona br br this recording text milton s first edition 1667 ten books unlike second edition 1674 redivided twelve books manner virgil s aeneid see wikipedia entry p |
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471 |
590 |
Cornhuskers |
Carl Sandburg |
Poetry |
Carl Sandburg's collection of 103 poems that earned a Pulitzer Prize Special Letters Award in 1919.<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/cornhuskers_by_carl_sandburg/ |
carl sandburg s collection 103 poems earned pulitzer prize special letters award 1919 p |
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472 |
591 |
Baby's Own Aesop |
Walter Crane |
Poetry |
<p>"Baby's Own Aesop" presents the fables as one-stanza limericks, each "pictorially pointed" by Walter Crane, the noted painter and illustrator. He apprenticed to master wood-engraver, William James Linton, who furnished the draft of the book's poems for Crane to edit. "Baby's Own Aesop" is available in a beautiful <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/SaveBook?bookid=crababy_00150086&lang=English">facsimile edition</a> of colored engravings from the International Children's Digital Library, with which your child can read along while listening to the recording. (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/babys-own-aesop-by-walter-crane/ |
p baby s aesop presents fables one stanza limericks pictorially pointed walter crane noted painter illustrator apprenticed master wood engraver william james linton furnished draft book s poems crane edit baby s aesop available beautiful a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl savebook bookid crababy_00150086 lang english facsimile edition a colored engravings international children s digital library child read along listening recording summary denny sayers p |
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592 |
Sea Hawk |
Rafael Sabatini |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>The Sea Hawk is a novel by Rafael Sabatini, originally published in 1915. The story is set in the late 16th century, and concerns a Cornish sea-faring gentleman, Sir Oliver Tressilian, who is villainously betrayed by a jealous brother. After being forced to serve as a slave on a Spanish galley, Sir Oliver is liberated by Barbary pirates. He joins the pirates under the name "Sakr-el-Bahr", the hawk of the sea, and swears vengeance against his brother. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-hawk-by-rafael-sabatini/ |
p the sea hawk novel rafael sabatini originally published 1915 story set late 16th century concerns cornish sea faring gentleman sir oliver tressilian villainously betrayed jealous brother forced serve slave spanish galley sir oliver liberated barbary pirates joins pirates name sakr el bahr hawk sea swears vengeance brother summary wikipedia p |
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593 |
Man Who Was Thursday, A Nightmare |
G. K. Chesterton |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>In a surreal turn-of-the-century London, Gabriel Syme, a poet, is recruited to a secret anti-anarchist taskforce at Scotland Yard. Lucian Gregory, an anarchist poet, is the only poet in Saffron Park, until he loses his temper in an argument over the purpose of poetry with Gabriel Syme, who takes the opposite view. After some time, the frustrated Gregory finds Syme and leads him to a local anarchist meeting-place to prove that he is a true anarchist. Instead of the anarchist Gregory getting elected, the officer Syme uses his wits and is elected as the local representative to the worldwide Central Council of Anarchists. The Council consisting of seven men, each using the name of a day of the week as a code name; Syme is given the name of Thursday... (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-was-thursday-a-nightmare-by-gk-chesterton/ |
p in surreal turn of the century london gabriel syme poet recruited secret anti anarchist taskforce scotland yard lucian gregory anarchist poet poet saffron park loses temper argument purpose poetry gabriel syme takes opposite view time frustrated gregory finds syme leads local anarchist meeting place prove true anarchist instead anarchist gregory getting elected officer syme uses wits elected local representative worldwide central council anarchists council consisting seven men using name day week code name syme given name thursday summary wikipedia p |
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760 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 2, Chapter 06) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This chapter starts from about 1685. James is on the throne and, as ever, there are disputes between crown and Parliament. We see the Habeus Corpus Act introduced, the persecution of the Huguenots and troubles in Ireland.\n<br>Summary by Jim Mowatt<p>\n |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-volume-2-chapter-6-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
chapter starts 1685 james throne and ever disputes crown parliament see habeus corpus act introduced persecution huguenots troubles ireland br summary jim mowatt p |
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596 |
Bible (LSG, 1910) 08: Livre de Ruth |
Louis Segond Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Ce huitième livre de la Bible, traduite par Louis Segond au XIXe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant, nous rapporte comment Ruth la Moabite, d'étrangère qu'elle était en Israël, deviendra l'ancêtre du roi David et, par lui, celle de Jésus-Christ.</p> \n<p><em>« Où tu iras j'irai, où tu demeureras je demeurerai ; ton peuple sera mon peuple, et ton Dieu sera mon Dieu ; où tu mourras je mourrai, et j'y serai enterrée. Que l'Éternel me traite dans toute sa rigueur, si autre chose que la mort vient à me séparer de toi ! »</em> Sa fidélité à ce serment fait à Naomi, sa belle-mère, transformera sa vie. Sa dévotion pourra nous servir d'exemple.</br>(Résumé par Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/livre-de-ruth-lsg/ |
p ce huitième livre de la bible traduite par louis segond au xixe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant nous rapporte comment ruth la moabite d étrangère qu elle était en israël deviendra l ancêtre du roi david et par lui celle de jésus christ p p em où tu iras j irai où tu demeureras je demeurerai ton peuple sera mon peuple et ton dieu sera mon dieu où tu mourras je mourrai et j y serai enterrée que l éternel traite dans toute sa rigueur si autre chose que la mort vient à séparer de toi em sa fidélité à ce serment fait à naomi sa belle mère transformera sa vie sa dévotion pourra nous servir d exemple br résumé par ezwa p |
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597 |
Island of Doctor Moreau |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Island of Doctor Moreau is an 1896 science fiction novel written by H. G. Wells, addressing ideas of society and community, human nature and identity, religion, Darwinism, and eugenics.<br><br>When the novel was written in the late 19th century, England's scientific community was engulfed by debates on animal vivisection. Interest groups were even formed to tackle the issue: the British Union for the Abolition of Vivisection was formed two years after the publication of the novel. The novel is presented as a discovered manuscript, introduced by the narrator's nephew; it then 'transcribes' the tale. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-island-of-dr-moreau-by-hg-wells/ |
p the island doctor moreau 1896 science fiction novel written h g wells addressing ideas society community human nature identity religion darwinism eugenics br br when novel written late 19th century england s scientific community engulfed debates animal vivisection interest groups even formed tackle issue british union abolition vivisection formed two years publication novel novel presented discovered manuscript introduced narrator s nephew transcribes tale summary wikipedia p |
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598 |
Don Juan, Canto 1 |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Poetry |
Don Juan is a long narrative poem by Byron, based very loosely on the legend of the evil seducer, Don Juan. The first and second of (eventually) seventeen Cantos composed during Byron's self-imposed exile from England appeared, anonymously, in July 1819 and were greeted with scandal, condemnation, admiration and hilarity. Modern critics generally consider the self-proclamed 'epic', which remained incomplete at Byron's death, to be his masterpiece. (Summary by Peter Gallagher).<p> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-canto-i-by-george-gordon-byron-6th-baron-byron/ |
juan long narrative poem byron based loosely legend evil seducer juan first second eventually seventeen cantos composed byron s self imposed exile england appeared anonymously july 1819 greeted scandal condemnation admiration hilarity modern critics generally consider self proclamed epic remained incomplete byron s death masterpiece summary peter gallagher p |
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599 |
Railway Children |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
Edith Nesbit’s classic story, in which three children, pulled suddenly from their comfortable suburban life, move to the country with their mother, where they come to know and love the ways of the railways. (Summary by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/railway-children-by-e-nesbit/ |
edith nesbit s classic story three children pulled suddenly comfortable suburban life move country mother come know love ways railways summary karen savage p |
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600 |
Awakening |
Kate Chopin |
Romance |
<p>Owing to its highly personal content focused on feminine sexuality, this LibriVox edition was recorded by eight female readers. <br><br>\n\nThe Modern Library edition of The Awakening has an introduction by Kay Gibbons, who writes: “The Awakening shocked turn-of-the-century readers with its forthright treatment of sex and suicide. Departing from literary convention, Kate Chopin failed to condemn her heroine’s desire for an affair with the son of a Louisiana resort owner, whom she meets on vacation. The power of sensuality, the delusion of ecstatic love, and the solitude that accompanies the trappings of middle- and upper-class life are the themes of this now-classic novel.” – As Kay Gibbons points out, Chopin “was writing American realism before most Americans could bear to hear that they were living it.”<br><br>\n\nTo give you an idea of the subject matter, Project Gutenburg catalogues The Awakening under "Adultery -- Fiction -- Women -- Louisiana -- New Orleans -- Social conditions. (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-awakening-by-kate-chopin/ |
p owing highly personal content focused feminine sexuality librivox edition recorded eight female readers br br modern library edition awakening introduction kay gibbons writes the awakening shocked turn of the century readers forthright treatment sex suicide departing literary convention kate chopin failed condemn heroine s desire affair son louisiana resort owner meets vacation power sensuality delusion ecstatic love solitude accompanies trappings middle upper class life themes now classic novel kay gibbons points out chopin was writing american realism americans could bear hear living it br br give idea subject matter project gutenburg catalogues awakening adultery fiction women louisiana new orleans social conditions summary denny sayers p |
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601 |
Natural History of Selborne |
Gilbert White |
Nature |
<p>The Reverend Gilbert White was the curate of the village of Selborne, a village in Hampshire, from 1784 to his death in 1793, living most of his life in the village. The book is in the form of a collection of letters to two friends, discussing the natural history of the areas that he knew, and natural history in general. White's intense curiosity and his love for the world about him flow through his simple, straightforward style, and a gentle sense of humour colours many of his anecdotes. (Summary by Peter)</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-of-selborne-by-gilbert-white/ |
p the reverend gilbert white curate village selborne village hampshire 1784 death 1793 living life village book form collection letters two friends discussing natural history areas knew natural history general white s intense curiosity love world flow simple straightforward style gentle sense humour colours many anecdotes summary peter p |
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609 |
775 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 2, Chapter 10) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This chapter begins with the flight of James II and then moves on to the downfall of Judge Jeffreys and the arrival of Dutch troops in London. James flees again and we see the establishment of the Jacobean court in France at Saint Germains. The chapter ends with the crowning of William and Mary.<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/histofengland_macaulay/ |
chapter begins flight james ii moves downfall judge jeffreys arrival dutch troops london james flees see establishment jacobean court france saint germains chapter ends crowning william mary p |
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602 |
Critique of Pure Reason |
Immanuel Kant |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>The Critique of Pure Reason, first published in 1781 with a second edition in 1787, has been called the most influential and important philosophical text of the modern age.<br><br>Kant saw the Critique of Pure Reason as an attempt to bridge the gap between rationalism (there are significant ways in which our concepts and knowledge are gained independently of sense experience) and empiricism (sense experience is the ultimate source of all our concepts and knowledge) and, in particular, to counter the radical empiricism of David Hume (our beliefs are purely the result of accumulated habits, developed in response to accumulated sense experiences). Using the methods of science, Kant demonstrates that though each mind may, indeed, create its own universe, those universes are guided by certain common laws, which are rationally discernable. (Summary by Ticktockman)</p> |
English |
1781 |
https://librivox.org/the-critique-of-pure-reason-by-immanuel-kant |
p the critique pure reason first published 1781 second edition 1787 called influential important philosophical text modern age br br kant saw critique pure reason attempt bridge gap rationalism there significant ways concepts knowledge gained independently sense experience empiricism sense experience ultimate source concepts knowledge and particular counter radical empiricism david hume our beliefs purely result accumulated habits developed response accumulated sense experiences using methods science kant demonstrates though mind may indeed create universe universes guided certain common laws rationally discernable summary ticktockman p |
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603 |
When We Two Parted |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <em>When We Two Parted</em>, by George Gordon, Lord Byron. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 26th, 2006.<br /><br /> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/when-we-two-parted-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
br librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em when two parted em george gordon lord byron weekly poetry project week november 26th 2006 br br |
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604 |
Leavenworth Case |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
Anna Katharine Green was one of the first female mystery writers to publish under her own name. She was never very successful as an author, but the technical excellence of her books caused several law schools to use The Leavenworth Case as a textbook in some of their classes, as an example of how misleading circumstantial evidence can be. <p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-leavenworth-case-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green one first female mystery writers publish name never successful author technical excellence books caused several law schools use leavenworth case textbook classes example misleading circumstantial evidence be p |
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605 |
Good Things to Eat As Suggested By Rufus |
Rufus Estes |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>Rufus Estes was born a slave in 1857 in Tennessee, and experienced first hand the turmoil of the Civil War. He began working in a Nashville restaurant at the age of 16, and in 1883 took up employment as a Pullman cook. In 1897, he was hired as principal chef for the private railway car of U.S. Steel magnates (the fin-de-siecle equivalent of today's Lear Jets for corporate travel). There he served succulent fare for the rich and famous at the turn of the 20th century. (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/good-things-to-eat-as-suggested-by-rufus-by-rufus-estes/ |
p rufus estes born slave 1857 tennessee experienced first hand turmoil civil war began working nashville restaurant age 16 1883 took employment pullman cook 1897 hired principal chef private railway car u s steel magnates the fin de siecle equivalent today s lear jets corporate travel served succulent fare rich famous turn 20th century summary denny sayers p |
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606 |
Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Famous Moll Flanders |
Daniel Defoe |
Romance |
<p>Defoe wrote this novel after his work as a journalist and pamphleteer. By 1722, Defoe had become recognized as a novelist, with the success of Robinson Crusoe in 1719. His political work was tapering off at this point, due to the fall of both Whig and Tory party leaders with whom he had been associated. - Defoe's Whig views are nevertheless evident in the story of Moll. The full title of the novel tells part of its story: "The Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Famous Moll Flanders, Etc. Who was born in Newgate, and during a life of continu'd Variety for Threescore Years, besides her Childhood, was Twelve Year a Whore, five times a Wife (whereof once to her own brother), Twelve Year a Thief, Eight Year a Transported Felon in Virginia, at last grew Rich, liv'd Honest and died a Penitent. Written from her own Memorandums." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1722 |
https://librivox.org/moll-flanders-by-daniel-defoe/ |
p defoe wrote novel work journalist pamphleteer 1722 defoe become recognized novelist success robinson crusoe 1719 political work tapering point due fall whig tory party leaders associated defoe s whig views nevertheless evident story moll full title novel tells part story the fortunes misfortunes famous moll flanders etc born newgate life continu d variety threescore years besides childhood twelve year whore five times wife whereof brother twelve year thief eight year transported felon virginia last grew rich liv d honest died penitent written memorandums summary wikipedia p |
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607 |
Captain Blood |
Rafael Sabatini |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Captain Blood is an adventure novel by Rafael Sabatini, originally published in 1922. It concerns the sharp-witted Dr. Peter Blood, an Irish physician, who is convicted of treason in the aftermath of the Monmouth rebellion in 1685, and enslaved on the Caribbean island of Barbados. He escapes and becomes a pirate. [wikipedia]</p>\n\n<p>Captain Blood was the basis for the Academy Award-nominated swashbuckling film that rocketed Errol Flynn and Olivia de Haviland to stardom in Hollywood. The fast-paced historical fiction of Rafael Sabatini is often compared with that of Robert Louis Stevenson and Alexandre Dumas. [DSayers]</p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/captain-blood-by-rafael-sabatini |
p captain blood adventure novel rafael sabatini originally published 1922 concerns sharp witted dr peter blood irish physician convicted treason aftermath monmouth rebellion 1685 enslaved caribbean island barbados escapes becomes pirate wikipedia p p captain blood basis academy award nominated swashbuckling film rocketed errol flynn olivia de haviland stardom hollywood fast paced historical fiction rafael sabatini often compared robert louis stevenson alexandre dumas dsayers p |
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Eirik the Red's Saga |
Anonymous |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Poetry |
In this saga, the events that led to Eirik the Red's banishment to Greenland are chronicled, as well as Leif Eirikson's discovery of Vinland the Good (a place where wheat and grapes grew naturally), after his longboat was blown off-course. By geographical details, this place is surmised to be present-day Newfoundland, and is likely the first European discovery of the American mainland, some five centuries before Christopher Columbus's journey. (Summary from Wikipedia.)<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-saga-of-eirik-the-red-by-anonymous/ |
saga events led eirik red s banishment greenland chronicled well leif eirikson s discovery vinland good a place wheat grapes grew naturally longboat blown off course geographical details place surmised present day newfoundland likely first european discovery american mainland five centuries christopher columbus s journey summary wikipedia p |
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608 |
Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar |
Maurice Leblanc |
Detective Fiction |
A contemporary of Arthur Conan Doyle, Maurice Leblanc (1864-1941) was the creator of the character of gentleman thief Arsène Lupin who, in France, has enjoyed a popularity as long-lasting and considerable as Sherlock Holmes in the English-speaking world. This is the delightful first of twenty volumes in the Arsène Lupin series written by Leblanc himself. In an unprecedented act of literary pastiche and cross-over, Sherlock Holmes and Lupin actually meet, briefly in this first volume, and more substantially in the next. But after legal objections from Conan Doyle, the name was changed to "Herlock Sholmes." (adapted from Wikipedia by a.r.dobbs)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-extraordinary-adventures-of-arsene-lupin-gentleman-burglar |
contemporary arthur conan doyle maurice leblanc 1864 1941 creator character gentleman thief arsène lupin who france enjoyed popularity long lasting considerable sherlock holmes english speaking world delightful first twenty volumes arsène lupin series written leblanc himself unprecedented act literary pastiche cross over sherlock holmes lupin actually meet briefly first volume substantially next legal objections conan doyle name changed herlock sholmes adapted wikipedia a r dobbs p |
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609 |
Selected Early Poems of William Carlos Williams |
William Carlos Williams |
Single author |
<p>Williams was born in Rutherford, New Jersey, a community near the city of Paterson. His father was an English immigrant, and his mother was born in Puerto Rico. He attended public school in Rutherford until 1897, then was sent to study at Château de Lancy near Geneva, Switzerland, the Lycée Condorcet in Paris, France, for two years and Horace Mann School in New York City. Then, in 1902, he entered the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. During his time at Penn, Williams befriended Ezra Pound, Hilda Doolittle (best known as H.D.) and the painter Charles Demuth. These friendships supported his growing passion for poetry. He received his M.D. in 1906 and spent the next four years in internships in New York City and in travel and postgraduate studies abroad (e.g., at the University of Leipzig where he studied pediatrics). He returned to Rutherford in 1910 and began his medical practice, which lasted until 1951. Ironically, most of his patients knew little if anything of his writings; instead they viewed him as a doctor who helped deliver over 2,000 of their children into the world. <br/>(From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/selected-early-poems-of-william-carlos-williams-0903/ |
p williams born rutherford new jersey community near city paterson father english immigrant mother born puerto rico attended public school rutherford 1897 sent study château de lancy near geneva switzerland lycée condorcet paris france two years horace mann school new york city then 1902 entered university pennsylvania medical school time penn williams befriended ezra pound hilda doolittle best known h d painter charles demuth friendships supported growing passion poetry received m d 1906 spent next four years internships new york city travel postgraduate studies abroad e g university leipzig studied pediatrics returned rutherford 1910 began medical practice lasted 1951 ironically patients knew little anything writings instead viewed doctor helped deliver 2 000 children world br from wikipedia p |
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Garden Party |
Katherine Mansfield |
Short Stories |
A collection of short stories on a variety of subjects, by one of New Zealand's premiere female writers.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-party-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
collection short stories variety subjects one new zealand s premiere female writers p |
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492 |
612 |
Swann's Way |
Marcel Proust |
General Fiction |
Swann's Way is the first book in the seven-volume work <i>In Search of Lost Time</i>, or <i>Remembrance of Things Past</i>, by Marcel Proust. It is a novel written in the form of an autobiography. Proust's most prominent work, it is popularly known for its length and the notion of involuntary memory, the most famous example being the "episode of the madeleine." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/swanns-way-by-marcel-proust/ |
swann s way first book seven volume work i in search lost time i i remembrance things past i marcel proust novel written form autobiography proust s prominent work popularly known length notion involuntary memory famous example episode madeleine summary wikipedia p |
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493 |
615 |
Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection |
Charles Darwin |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
<p>Charles Darwin’s The Origin of Species (publ. 1859) is a pivotal work in scientific literature and arguably the pivotal work in evolutionary biology. The book’s full title is On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life. It introduced the theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection. It was controversial because it contradicted religious beliefs which underlay the then current theories of biology. Darwin’s book was the culmination of evidence he had accumulated on the voyage of the Beagle in the 1830s and added to through continuing investigations and experiments since his return. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-origin-of-species-by-charles-darwin/ |
p charles darwin s origin species publ 1859 pivotal work scientific literature arguably pivotal work evolutionary biology book s full title origin species means natural selection preservation favoured races struggle life introduced theory populations evolve course generations process natural selection controversial contradicted religious beliefs underlay current theories biology darwin s book culmination evidence accumulated voyage beagle 1830s added continuing investigations experiments since return summary wikipedia p |
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494 |
616 |
Peterchens Mondfahrt |
Gerdt von Bassewitz |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Peterchens Mondfahrt ist ein Märchen für Kinder von Gerdt von Bassewitz. Es handelt von den Abenteuern des Maikäfers Herr Sumsemann, der zusammen mit den Menschenkindern Peter und Anneliese zum Mond fliegt, um von dort sein verlorengegangenes sechstes Beinchen zu holen. 1911 erschien die Geschichte zuerst als Theaterstück, 1915 dann als Buch mit Illustrationen von Hans Baluschek. Die Geschichte gilt heute als ein Klassiker der deutschen Kinder- und Jugendliteratur. - (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/peterchens-mondfahrt-by-gerdt-von-bassewitz/ |
p peterchens mondfahrt ist ein märchen für kinder von gerdt von bassewitz es handelt von den abenteuern des maikäfers herr sumsemann der zusammen mit den menschenkindern peter und anneliese zum mond fliegt um von dort sein verlorengegangenes sechstes beinchen zu holen 1911 erschien die geschichte zuerst als theaterstück 1915 dann als buch mit illustrationen von hans baluschek die geschichte gilt heute als ein klassiker der deutschen kinder und jugendliteratur zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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617 |
Alexander's Bridge |
Willa Sibert Cather |
Romance |
Bartley Alexander is a construction engineer and world-renowned builder of bridges going through what's known today (but not in 1912) as a mid-life crisis. Although married to his wife Winifred, Bartley resumes his acquaintance with a former lover, Hilda Burgoyne, in London. The affair proves to gnaw at Bartley's sense of propriety and honor. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/alexanders-bridge-by-willa-sibert-cather |
bartley alexander construction engineer world renowned builder bridges going what s known today but 1912 mid life crisis although married wife winifred bartley resumes acquaintance former lover hilda burgoyne london affair proves gnaw bartley s sense propriety honor summary wikipedia p |
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618 |
Spinster Book |
Olive Green |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<br />A cross between guidebook and social commentary, The Spinster Book gives clever and humorous insights on topics such as courting, handling men and women, love letters, marriage and spinsterhood. (Summary by Kristin Hughes)<br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-spinster-book-by-myrtle-reed/ |
br a cross guidebook social commentary spinster book gives clever humorous insights topics courting handling men women love letters marriage spinsterhood summary kristin hughes br br |
| 510 |
610 |
777 |
Folk Ballad Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Music |
Librivox’s first collection of sung and spoken folk ballads (13 in collection).<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/folk-ballad-collection-001/ |
librivox s first collection sung spoken folk ballads 13 collection p |
| 511 |
497 |
619 |
King in Yellow (part 2) |
Robert W. Chambers |
Short Stories |
<p><br>Robert W. Chambers (1865-1933) studied art in Paris in the late 80’s and early 90’s. Shortly after returning to America, he became popular as the writer of a number of romantic novels; he is now best known as the author of “The King In Yellow”, which is a collection of short stories with the reputation of being eerie and other-worldly. However, the last few stories in the collection, which are presented here, are essentially straightforward love stories, strongly coloured by the author’s life as an artist in France. (summary by Peter Why)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-in-yellow-part-2-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
p br robert w chambers 1865 1933 studied art paris late 80 s early 90 s shortly returning america became popular writer number romantic novels best known author the king yellow collection short stories reputation eerie other worldly however last stories collection presented here essentially straightforward love stories strongly coloured author s life artist france summary peter why p |
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620 |
Sense and Sensibility |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
The two eldest Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, one of whom (Elinor) embraces practicality and restraint while the other (Marianne) gives her whole heart to every endeavor. When the Dashwoods - mother Mrs. Dashwood, Elinor, Marianne, and youngest sister Margaret - are sent, almost impoverished, to a small cottage in Devonshire after the death of their father and the machinations of their brother's wife, they accept their new circumstances with as much cheer as they can muster even though their brother and his wife have taken over the family estate and fortune. Marianne finds herself falling in love with the dashing Willoughby, who ends up being not all that he appears. Elinor, the more sensible of the two, falls for Edward Ferrars, a match that seems much more suitable. All of these pleasant connections are, however, soon disrupted. Willoughby leaves and ignores Marianne. Elinor finds out an unexpected secret about Ferrars that puts her on her caution in pursuing their relationship. As these complications develop, Marianne soon finds herself distraught despite having attracted another suitor, the reliable, but older, Colonel Brandon. Elinor steps into the breach to try to help her sister regain her equilibrium. Both learn what a broken heart can feel like and adjust in their own separate ways. Since this is an Austen novel and a romance, be assured that all comes right in the end. (Summary by Michelle Crandall)</p> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sense-and-sensibility-by-jane-austen/ |
two eldest dashwood sisters elinor marianne one elinor embraces practicality restraint marianne gives whole heart every endeavor dashwoods mother mrs dashwood elinor marianne youngest sister margaret sent almost impoverished small cottage devonshire death father machinations brother s wife accept new circumstances much cheer muster even though brother wife taken family estate fortune marianne finds falling love dashing willoughby ends appears elinor sensible two falls edward ferrars match seems much suitable pleasant connections are however soon disrupted willoughby leaves ignores marianne elinor finds unexpected secret ferrars puts caution pursuing relationship complications develop marianne soon finds distraught despite attracted another suitor reliable older colonel brandon elinor steps breach try help sister regain equilibrium learn broken heart feel like adjust separate ways since austen novel romance assured comes right end summary michelle crandall p |
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621 |
Parasite |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Being a physiologist, Austin Gilroy is unconvinced that the occult is real. His friend Professor Wilson, however, is not only convinced that psychical powers are real, but eagerly desires that Gilroy should be persuaded. To this end, Wilson invites Austin to his house for a demonstration. The effect is that Austin, although still skeptical, now concedes that there is more in the matter than he at first believed. But when the psychic, Miss Penclosa, controls his actions to the point where he nearly murders his fiancee, Austin Gilroy doubts no longer. (summary by Carl V.)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-parasite-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p being physiologist austin gilroy unconvinced occult real friend professor wilson however convinced psychical powers real eagerly desires gilroy persuaded end wilson invites austin house demonstration effect austin although still skeptical concedes matter first believed psychic miss penclosa controls actions point nearly murders fiancee austin gilroy doubts longer summary carl v p |
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At the Bay |
Katherine Mansfield |
Short Stories |
Katherine Mansfield was prominent Modernist writer of short fiction. This a ninety minute story from her collection of The Garden Party.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-bay-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
katherine mansfield prominent modernist writer short fiction ninety minute story collection garden party p |
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501 |
624 |
Voyages of Doctor Dolittle |
Hugh Lofting |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<p>Doctor John Dolittle is the central character of a series of children's books by Hugh Lofting. He is a doctor who shuns human patients in favour of animals, with whom he can speak in their own languages. He later becomes a naturalist, using his abilities to speak with animals to better understand nature and the history of the world.(summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyages-of-doctor-dolittle-by-hugh-lofting/ |
p doctor john dolittle central character series children s books hugh lofting doctor shuns human patients favour animals speak languages later becomes naturalist using abilities speak animals better understand nature history world summary wikipedia p |
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625 |
Robert O'Hara Burke and the Australian Exploring Expedition of 1860 |
Andrew Jackson |
*Non-fiction, History |
A non-fictional account of Burke and Wills's 1860 expedition to cross the Australian continent from south to north and then return. Containing many excerpts from the diaries and accounts of the explorers, this book was published the year after the expedition met its disastrous end. More information at Wikipedia: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burke_and_Wills_expedition ">Burke and Wills Expedition</a>. (description written by trioptimum)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/robert-ohara-burke-by-andrew-jackson/ |
non fictional account burke wills s 1860 expedition cross australian continent south north return containing many excerpts diaries accounts explorers book published year expedition met disastrous end information wikipedia a href http en wikipedia org wiki burke_and_wills_expedition burke wills expedition a description written trioptimum p |
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626 |
Red Badge of Courage |
Stephen Crane |
War & Military Fiction |
This is a short novel published in 1895 and based vaguely on the battle of Chancellorsville of the American Civil War. Unlike other works on the subject, Crane's novel does not concentrate on the big picture or the glory of war but on the psychology of one of its soldiers. <p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-badge-of-courage-by-stephen-crane/ |
short novel published 1895 based vaguely battle chancellorsville american civil war unlike works subject crane s novel concentrate big picture glory war psychology one soldiers p |
| 518 |
504 |
627 |
Around the World in Eighty Days (version 3) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Enigmatic Phileas Fogg accepts a wager about whether it's possible to circumnavigate the globe in 80 days or under. The book charts his adventures on the way. (Alex Foster)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-eighty-days-by-jules-verne/ |
p enigmatic phileas fogg accepts wager whether possible circumnavigate globe 80 days under book charts adventures way alex foster p |
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637 |
Personal Collection of Short Tales compiled by Carmie |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>This is a selection of the fairy tales (in English) written by Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm and Wilhelm Karl Grimm in the early 19th Century. These stories are fantastical and although aimed squarely at the flexible mind of a child which can assimilate much stranger concepts than an adult they are quite dark and occasionally brutal. The stakes can be quite high as in Rumpelstiltskin where a terrible bargain is made without due regard to possible future consequences and Tom Thumb who seems forever about to be imprisoned or sliced in two.</p>\n\n<p>These are moral tales and this selection features some of the less 'grim' of those tales but they are still a 1000 times more exciting and vivid than many more modern fairy tales.</p>\n\n<p>The Gutenberg edition from which most of these stories were read contains some delightful pictures to accompany the stories. The pictures can be viewed <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/11027">here</a>. The exception to this is the story, Puss in Boots which is from an Andrew Lang collection which can be found <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/503">here</a>. (summary by Jimmowatt)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/personal-collection-of-short-tales-compiled-by-carmie/ |
p this selection fairy tales in english written jacob ludwig carl grimm wilhelm karl grimm early 19th century stories fantastical although aimed squarely flexible mind child assimilate much stranger concepts adult quite dark occasionally brutal stakes quite high rumpelstiltskin terrible bargain made without due regard possible future consequences tom thumb seems forever imprisoned sliced two p p these moral tales selection features less grim tales still 1000 times exciting vivid many modern fairy tales p p the gutenberg edition stories read contains delightful pictures accompany stories pictures viewed a href http www gutenberg org etext 11027 here a exception story puss boots andrew lang collection found a href http www gutenberg org etext 503 here a summary jimmowatt p |
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628 |
Little Women |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Little Women is the classic story of The March family, which consists of Mr. and Mrs. March and their four girls--Practical, yet fashion conscious Meg, who longs for the nice things they used to have. Rambunctious, book worm, Jo, who wants to become a writer and wishes she were born a boy. Shy and quiet, home-loving Beth, who loves to play the piano and play with her kitties. Finally, the youngest, artistic Amy, who longs for an aristocratic nose!</p>\n\nThe story takes place during the American Civil War, and begins with Mr. March away from home as a chaplain to the Union army, while his wife and daughters remain at home to work and wait for his safe return. This book follows their joys and sorrows and scrapes along the path to the girl's becoming grown up "little women". </p>\n\nMany of the scrapes they get into include Laurie--their harum scarum next door neighbor, who becomes their adopted brother. The two families, The March's and the Laurence's strike up a lasting friendship, despite their differences in material belongings. (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/little-women-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p little women classic story march family consists mr mrs march four girls practical yet fashion conscious meg longs nice things used have rambunctious book worm jo wants become writer wishes born boy shy quiet home loving beth loves play piano play kitties finally youngest artistic amy longs aristocratic nose p story takes place american civil war begins mr march away home chaplain union army wife daughters remain home work wait safe return book follows joys sorrows scrapes along path girl s becoming grown little women p many scrapes get include laurie their harum scarum next door neighbor becomes adopted brother two families march s laurence s strike lasting friendship despite differences material belongings summary mary anderson p |
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629 |
Journal of the Plague Year |
Daniel Defoe |
Historical Fiction |
The novel is a fictionalised account of one man's experiences of the year 1665, in which the Great Plague struck the city of London. The book is told roughly chronologically, though without sections or chapter headings.</p> |
English |
1722 |
https://librivox.org/a-journal-of-the-plague-year-by-daniel-defoe/ |
novel fictionalised account one man s experiences year 1665 great plague struck city london book told roughly chronologically though without sections chapter headings p |
| 522 |
507 |
630 |
Green Odyssey |
Philip Jose Farmer |
Science Fiction |
<br />Alan Green is a space traveler stranded on a barbaric planet who has been taken slave and made a consort to an insipid and smelly queen. His slave-wife, though beautiful and smart, nags him constantly. He’s given up hope of ever returning to Earth when he hears of two astronauts who have been captured in a kingdom on the other side of the planet, and sets out on an action-packed journey on a ship sailing across vast grasslands on rolling pin-like wheels in a desperate scheme to save them and return home. Due to the non-renewal of its copyright, this book is in the public domain.(Summary by Mark Nelson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-odyssey-by-philip-jose-farmer/ |
br alan green space traveler stranded barbaric planet taken slave made consort insipid smelly queen slave wife though beautiful smart nags constantly he s given hope ever returning earth hears two astronauts captured kingdom side planet sets action packed journey ship sailing across vast grasslands rolling pin like wheels desperate scheme save return home due non renewal copyright book public domain summary mark nelson br br |
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508 |
632 |
Extracts from Adam's Diary |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Get the true story of Adam and Eve, straight from the source. This humorous text is a day-to-day account of Adam’s life from happiness in the “GARDEN-OF-EDEN” to their fall from grace and the events thereafter. Learn how Eve caught the infant Cain, and Adam takes some time to learn exactly what it is.</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/extracts-from-adams-diary-by-mark-twain/ |
p get true story adam eve straight source humorous text day to day account adam s life happiness garden of eden fall grace events thereafter learn eve caught infant cain adam takes time learn exactly is p |
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509 |
634 |
Understood Betsy (version 2) |
Dorothy Canfield Fisher |
Family |
Elizabeth Ann is a timid, sickly little girl who lives with her Aunt Frances and her Great-Aunt Harriet. When Great-Aunt Harriet becomes ill, poor little Elizabeth Ann is sent to live with the much-feared Putney cousins, whom, as Great-Aunt Harriet said "Such lack of sympathy, such perfect indifference to the sacred sensitiveness of child-life, such a starving of the child-heart ... No, I shall never forget it! They had chores to do ... as though they had been hired men!" But to the Putney cousins in Vermont Elizabeth Ann has to go. And there, with her Uncle Henry, Aunt Abigail and Cousin Ann, she grows strong and well and happy and, most importantly, learns to think for herself, and truly becomes Understood Betsy. (summary Kymm Zuckert)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/understood-betsy-by-dorothy-canfield-fisher-2/ |
elizabeth ann timid sickly little girl lives aunt frances great aunt harriet great aunt harriet becomes ill poor little elizabeth ann sent live much feared putney cousins whom great aunt harriet said such lack sympathy perfect indifference sacred sensitiveness child life starving child heart no shall never forget it chores though hired men putney cousins vermont elizabeth ann go there uncle henry aunt abigail cousin ann grows strong well happy and importantly learns think herself truly becomes understood betsy summary kymm zuckert p |
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Moonstone |
Wilkie Collins |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The story concerns a young woman called Rachel Verinder who inherits a large Indian diamond, the Moonstone, on her eighteenth birthday.</p>\n<p>The book is widely regarded as the precursor of the modern mystery and suspense novels. T. S. Eliot called it 'the first, the longest, and the best of modern English detective novels'. It contains a number of ideas which became common tropes of the genre: a large number of suspects, red herrings, a crime being investigated by talented amateurs who happen to be present when it is committed, and two police officers who exemplify respectively the 'local bungler' and the skilled, professional, Scotland Yard detective. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-moonstone-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p the story concerns young woman called rachel verinder inherits large indian diamond moonstone eighteenth birthday p p the book widely regarded precursor modern mystery suspense novels t s eliot called the first longest best modern english detective novels contains number ideas became common tropes genre large number suspects red herrings crime investigated talented amateurs happen present committed two police officers exemplify respectively local bungler skilled professional scotland yard detective summary wikipedia p |
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814 |
Otto of the Silver Hand |
Howard Pyle |
Historical |
<p>The story of little Otto, a gentle, peace-loving child born into the heart of turmoil and strife in the castle of a feuding robber baron in medieval Germany. (Summary by Arctura)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/otto-of-the-silver-hand-by-howard-pyle/ |
p the story little otto gentle peace loving child born heart turmoil strife castle feuding robber baron medieval germany summary arctura p |
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639 |
Lady Susan |
Jane Austen |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<br />Jane Austen demonstrated her mastery of the epistolary novel genre in <em>Lady Susan</em>, which she wrote in 1795 but never published. <br /><br />Although the primary focus of this short novel is the selfish behavior of Lady Susan as she engages in affairs and searches for suitable husbands for herself and her young daughter, the actual action shares its importance with Austen’s manipulation of her characters' behavior by means of their reactions to the letters that they receive. <br /><br />The heroine adds additional interest by altering the tone of her own letters based on the recipient of the letter. Thus, the character of Lady Susan is developed through many branches as Austen suggests complications of identity and the way in which that identity is based on interaction rather than on solitary constructions of personality. Lady Susan’s character is also built by the descriptions of the other letter-writers; but even though their opinions of this heroine coincide with the image that develops from her own letters, Austen demonstrates the subjectivity of the opinions by presenting them – primarily – in the letters of one woman to another, thereby suggesting the established literary motifs of feminine gossip and jealousy. Readers recognize these subjective motifs and examine all of the idiosyncrasies of the characters in order to create their own opinion of Lady Susan – as they would of any real acquaintance. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nLady Susan Vernon – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a></a><br />\nMrs. Vernon – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/237">rachelellen</a><br />\nMr. De Courcy – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1611">Patrick Beverley</a><br />\nMrs. Johnson – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a><br />\nSir Reginald De Courcy – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/827">Simon Taylor</a><br />\nLady De Courcy – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a><br />\nMiss Vernon – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br />\nNarrator of the Conclusion – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/770">Justin Barrett</a><br />\nIntros/outros – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1535">Robert Scott</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/lady-susan-by-jane-austen |
br jane austen demonstrated mastery epistolary novel genre em lady susan em wrote 1795 never published br br although primary focus short novel selfish behavior lady susan engages affairs searches suitable husbands young daughter actual action shares importance austen s manipulation characters behavior means reactions letters receive br br the heroine adds additional interest altering tone letters based recipient letter thus character lady susan developed many branches austen suggests complications identity way identity based interaction rather solitary constructions personality lady susan s character also built descriptions letter writers even though opinions heroine coincide image develops letters austen demonstrates subjectivity opinions presenting primarily letters one woman another thereby suggesting established literary motifs feminine gossip jealousy readers recognize subjective motifs examine idiosyncrasies characters order create opinion lady susan would real acquaintance summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br lady susan vernon a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a a br mrs vernon a href http librivox org reader 237 rachelellen a br mr de courcy a href http librivox org reader 1611 patrick beverley a br mrs johnson a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a br sir reginald de courcy a href http librivox org reader 827 simon taylor a br lady de courcy a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a br miss vernon a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br narrator conclusion a href http librivox org reader 770 justin barrett a br intros outros a href http librivox org reader 1535 robert scott a br br |
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Dialogue Between a Methodist and a Churchman |
William Law |
Christianity - Commentary |
<p>William Law (1686-1761) was an Anglican priest, Christian mystic, and one of the most prominent, popular, and controversial theological writers of his time. Law revolutionized the way in which 18th century Anglicans engaged the spiritual aspect of their faith, and his popularity rivaled that of John and Charles Wesley. Law adapted mystical practices from early church writings to the practice and doctrine of the modern British church, with the intention of equipping the Anglican layman to pursue intimacy with Christ. <br><br> <i>A Dialogue Between a Methodist and a Churchman</i> is one of Law's purely theological works. In it, Law engages what he sees as the most dangerous doctrines of Methodism using a dialectic format. The dialogue focuses especially on the Calvinistic doctrines of predestination and absolute depravity, and is remarkable for its extrapolation of Calvinist proof texts to refute the doctrines they allegedly prove. (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)</p>\n\nThis recording is read as a duet by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a><br><br> |
English |
1760 |
https://librivox.org/dialogue-between-a-methodist-and-a-churchman-by-william-law/ |
p william law 1686 1761 anglican priest christian mystic one prominent popular controversial theological writers time law revolutionized way 18th century anglicans engaged spiritual aspect faith popularity rivaled john charles wesley law adapted mystical practices early church writings practice doctrine modern british church intention equipping anglican layman pursue intimacy christ br br i a dialogue methodist churchman i one law s purely theological works it law engages sees dangerous doctrines methodism using dialectic format dialogue focuses especially calvinistic doctrines predestination absolute depravity remarkable extrapolation calvinist proof texts refute doctrines allegedly prove summary kirsten ferreri p recording read duet a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a a href http librivox org reader 94 david barnes a br br |
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Tiger |
William Blake |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you twelve different recordings of <em>The Tiger</em>, by William Blake. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 3rd, 2006.<br /><br /> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/the-tiger-by-william-blake/ |
br librivox volunteers bring twelve different recordings em the tiger em william blake weekly poetry project week december 3rd 2006 br br |
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King Henry IV, Part 1 |
William Shakespeare |
Drama |
<p><i>King Henry IV, Part 1</i> is the second of Shakespeare’s eight Wars of the Roses history plays, with events following those of <i>King Richard II</i>. As the play opens, King Henry IV (formerly Henry Bolingbroke) and Henry Percy (Hotspur) argue over the disposition of prisoners from the Battle of Holmedon. The King’s attitude toward Mortimer and the Percy family prompts them to plot rebellion. In the meantime, his son Prince Hal is living the low life in the company of Sir John Falstaff. As the time of battle nears, Prince Hal joins his father and is given a high command. The play’s climax is the Battle of Shrewsbury, in which Prince Hal and Hotspur meet and fight, with Prince Hal and the forces of the King prevailing. The action continues in <i><a href="https://librivox.org/king-henry-iv-part-2-by-william-shakespeare/" target="_blank"><u>King Henry IV, Part 2</u></a></i>. From the start this has been an extremely popular play both with the public and with critics. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden and Wikipedia)</p>\n<br>\n<B>Characters:</B> <BR>\nNarrator/stage directions: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><BR>\nKing Henry IV and Douglas: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><BR>\nHenry, Prince of Wales: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/895">Max Porter Zasada</a><BR>\nPrince John of Lancaster: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1211">Brian Edwards</a><BR>\nEarl of Westmoreland: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><BR>\nSir Walter Blunt: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1482">Joshua B. Christensen</a><BR>\nEarl of Worcester: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a><BR>\nNorthumberland and 2nd Messenger: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2488">Lisa Wilson</a><BR>\nHenry Percy (Hotspur): read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/263">Michael Sirois</a><BR>\nEdmund Mortimer: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1313">Scott Sherris</a><BR>\nScroop, Archbishop of York: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1789">Vin Reilly</a><BR>\nPeto, Sir Michael, Chamberlain, and Travellers: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1782">Mockfrog</a><BR>\nOwen Glendower: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><BR>\nSir Richard Vernon: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1823">David Muncaster</a><BR>\nSir John Falstaff: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1121">John Lieder</a><BR>\nPoins: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1654">Jordan Schneider</a><BR>\nGadshill, Francis, and Ostler: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1572">Alan Clare</a><BR>\nBardolph: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1922">David Zezulka</a><BR>\nLady Percy: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/457">Cecelia Prior</a><BR>\nMrs. Quickly, Hostess: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><BR>\nFirst Carrier: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/199">Maria Morabe</a><BR>\nSecond Carrier: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/57">Ophelia Darcy</a><BR>\nServant: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1845">Katie Gibboney</a><BR>\nVintner: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1170">Lauren Tunnell Verdeyen</a><BR>\nSheriff: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/198">Heather Barnett</a><BR>\nFirst Messenger: read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><BR><p>\n\n |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/king-henry-iv-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p i king henry iv part 1 i second shakespeare s eight wars roses history plays events following i king richard ii i play opens king henry iv formerly henry bolingbroke henry percy hotspur argue disposition prisoners battle holmedon king s attitude toward mortimer percy family prompts plot rebellion meantime son prince hal living low life company sir john falstaff time battle nears prince hal joins father given high command play s climax battle shrewsbury prince hal hotspur meet fight prince hal forces king prevailing action continues i a href https librivox org king henry iv part 2 by william shakespeare target _blank u king henry iv part 2 u a i start extremely popular play public critics summary laurie anne walden wikipedia p br b characters b br narrator stage directions read a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br king henry iv douglas read a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br henry prince wales read a href http librivox org reader 895 max porter zasada a br prince john lancaster read a href http librivox org reader 1211 brian edwards a br earl westmoreland read a href http librivox org reader 1154 larysa jaworski a br sir walter blunt read a href http librivox org reader 1482 joshua b christensen a br earl worcester read a href http librivox org reader 94 david barnes a br northumberland 2nd messenger read a href http librivox org reader 2488 lisa wilson a br henry percy hotspur read a href http librivox org reader 263 michael sirois a br edmund mortimer read a href http librivox org reader 1313 scott sherris a br scroop archbishop york read a href http librivox org reader 1789 vin reilly a br peto sir michael chamberlain travellers read a href http librivox org reader 1782 mockfrog a br owen glendower read a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br sir richard vernon read a href http librivox org reader 1823 david muncaster a br sir john falstaff read a href http librivox org reader 1121 john lieder a br poins read a href http librivox org reader 1654 jordan schneider a br gadshill francis ostler read a href http librivox org reader 1572 alan clare a br bardolph read a href http librivox org reader 1922 david zezulka a br lady percy read a href http librivox org reader 457 cecelia prior a br mrs quickly hostess read a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br first carrier read a href http librivox org reader 199 maria morabe a br second carrier read a href http librivox org reader 57 ophelia darcy a br servant read a href http librivox org reader 1845 katie gibboney a br vintner read a href http librivox org reader 1170 lauren tunnell verdeyen a br sheriff read a href http librivox org reader 198 heather barnett a br first messenger read a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br p |
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646 |
Scaramouche |
Rafael Sabatini |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>Scaramouche</i> is a romantic adventure and tells the story of a young aristocrat during the French Revolution. His successive endeavors as a lawyer, politician, actor, lover, and buffoon lead his enemies to call him "Scaramouche" (also called Scaramuccia, a roguish character in the commedia dell'arte), but he impresses many with his elegant orations and precision swordsmanship. The later film version includes one of the longest, and many believe, best swashbuckling sword-fighting scenes ever filmed.</p><p>The novel has a memorable start (Book I: The Robe, Chapter I, 'The Republican'): "He was born with the gift of laughter and a sense that the world was mad. And that was all his patrimony. His very paternity was obscure, although the village of Gavrillacs had long since dispelled the cloud of mystery that hung about it."\n(Summary by Gord)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/scaramouche-by-rafael-sabatini/ |
p i scaramouche i romantic adventure tells story young aristocrat french revolution successive endeavors lawyer politician actor lover buffoon lead enemies call scaramouche also called scaramuccia roguish character commedia dell arte impresses many elegant orations precision swordsmanship later film version includes one longest many believe best swashbuckling sword fighting scenes ever filmed p p the novel memorable start book i robe chapter i the republican he born gift laughter sense world mad patrimony paternity obscure although village gavrillacs long since dispelled cloud mystery hung it summary gord p |
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649 |
Fifteen Thousand Useful Phrases |
Grenville Kleiser |
Reference, Language learning |
A Practical Handbook of Pertinent Expressions, Striking Similes, Literary, Commercial, Conversational, and Oratorical Terms, for the Embellishment of Speech and Literature, and The Improvement of the Vocabulary of Those Persons Who Read, Write, and Speak English<br>\nAlt-BC: Lucy Burgoyne<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fifteen-thousand-useful-phrases-by-grenville-kleiser/ |
practical handbook pertinent expressions striking similes literary commercial conversational oratorical terms embellishment speech literature improvement vocabulary persons read write speak english br alt bc lucy burgoyne p |
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526 |
657 |
Bohemian San Francisco |
Clarence Edgar Edwords |
Travel & Geography |
<p>While describing his dining experiences throughout "Bohemian San Francisco," Clarence Edwords paints an historic panorama of California cuisine with all its cosmopolitan influences. Best of all, he offers tantalizing recipes culled from conversations with the master chefs of 1914 in "The City by the Bay." (Summary by Denny)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/bohemian-san-francisco-by-clarence-edwords/ |
p while describing dining experiences throughout bohemian san francisco clarence edwords paints historic panorama california cuisine cosmopolitan influences best all offers tantalizing recipes culled conversations master chefs 1914 the city bay summary denny p |
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650 |
Folklore of the Santal Parganas, Vol. 1 |
Unknown |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is an intriguing collection of folklore from the Santal Parganas, a district in India located about 150 miles from Calcutta. As its preface implies, this collection is intended to give an unadulterated view of a culture through its folklore. It contains a variety of stories about different aspects of life, including family and marriage, religion, and work. In this first volume, taken from Part I, each story is centered around a particular human character. These range from the charmingly clever (as the character, The Oilman, in the story, "The Oilman and His Sons"), to the tragically comical (as the character, Jhore, in the story "Bajun and Jhore"). In later parts, the stories will focus on other subjects, including spirits, animals, and legends from this culture.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/folklore-of-the-santal-parganas-by-cecil-henry-bompas/ |
intriguing collection folklore santal parganas district india located 150 miles calcutta preface implies collection intended give unadulterated view culture folklore contains variety stories different aspects life including family marriage religion work first volume taken part i story centered around particular human character range charmingly clever as character oilman story the oilman sons tragically comical as character jhore story bajun jhore later parts stories focus subjects including spirits animals legends culture p |
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651 |
Warlord of Kor |
Terry Carr |
Science Fiction |
Terry Carr never really shone as a writer, though he did write some remarkably thoughtful stories. However, his talents as an editor and anthologist were important and undeniable, and he brought many good writers and authors into sf and fantasy. His first couple of novels, of which Warlord of Kor was one, did not have their copyright renewed by Mr. Carr on purpose, one understands. So enjoy the blood and thunder, but don't think it's representative of his work! (Summary by suburbanbanshee)<p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/warlord-of-kor-by-terry-carr/ |
terry carr never really shone writer though write remarkably thoughtful stories however talents editor anthologist important undeniable brought many good writers authors sf fantasy first couple novels warlord kor one copyright renewed mr carr purpose one understands enjoy blood thunder think representative work summary suburbanbanshee p |
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652 |
Phantom of the Opera |
Gaston Leroux |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Plays, Romance |
<p>An old theatre under new management; a diva who thinks she can sing; a young ingenue who really can; a masked man who wreaks havoc if he doesn't get his own way. Secrets, intrigues, falling chandeliers! The Phantom of the Opera is here! (Summary by Karen Savage) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-of-the-opera-by-gaston-leroux/ |
p an old theatre new management diva thinks sing young ingenue really can masked man wreaks havoc get way secrets intrigues falling chandeliers phantom opera here summary karen savage p |
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522 |
653 |
Ideal Husband |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
An <i>Ideal Husband</i> is an 1895 comedy by Oscar Wilde which revolves around blackmail and political corruption, and touches on the themes of public and private honor. The action is set in London, in "the present", and takes place within a single day. "Sooner or later," Wilde notes, "we shall all have to pay for what we do." But he adds that, "No one should be entirely judged by their past." (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<b>Characters:</b><br /><em>Narrator</em> – Read by <a href="http://alexfoster.me.uk/" rel="nofollow">Alex Foster</a><br /><em>The Earl Of Caversham, K.G.</em> – Read by Linton<br /><em>Viscount Goring, his son</em> – Read by John Gonzalez<br /><em>Sir Robert Chiltern, Bart., Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs</em> – Read by <a href="http://www.earthcallingdavid.com/" rel="nofollow">David Barnes</a><br /><em>Vicomte De Nanjac, Attache at the French Embassy in London</em> – Read by Juho Fröjd<br /><em>Mr. Montford</em> – Read by <a href="http://matthew-walton.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">Matthew Walton</a><br /><em> Mason, Butler to Sir Robert Chiltern </em> – Read by <a href="http://dosemagazine.blogsome.com/" rel="nofollow">Hugh McGuire</a> <br /><em>Phipps, Lord Goring’s servant</em> – Read by Juho Fröjd<br /><em> James, footman</em> – Read by Read by <a href="http://tis.goringe.net/" rel="nofollow">Chris Goringe</a><br /><em>Harold, footman</em> – Read by Zachary Brewster-Geisz<br /><em>Lady Chiltern</em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=28" rel="nofollow">Kristin Hughes</a><br /><em>Lady Markby</em> – Read by Heather Barnett<br /><em>The Countess Of Basildon</em> – Read by JemmaBlythe<br /><em>Mrs. Marchmont</em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/wiki/moin.cgi/ezwa" rel="nofollow"> Ezwa</a><br /><em>Miss Mabel Chiltern, Sir Robert Chiltern’s sister</em> – Read by Ophelia Darcy<br /><em>Mrs. Cheveley</em> – Read by <a href="http://betsie.info" rel="nofollow">Betsie Bush</a><br /><em>Project Editor</em> – <a href="http://www.writingshow.com/" rel="nofollow">Paula Berinstein</a></p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/an-ideal-husband-by-oscar-wilde/ |
i ideal husband i 1895 comedy oscar wilde revolves around blackmail political corruption touches themes public private honor action set london the present takes place within single day sooner later wilde notes we shall pay do adds that no one entirely judged past summary wikipedia br br b characters b br em narrator em read a href http alexfoster me uk rel nofollow alex foster a br em the earl caversham k g em read linton br em viscount goring son em read john gonzalez br em sir robert chiltern bart under secretary foreign affairs em read a href http www earthcallingdavid com rel nofollow david barnes a br em vicomte de nanjac attache french embassy london em read juho fröjd br em mr montford em read a href http matthew walton co uk rel nofollow matthew walton a br em mason butler sir robert chiltern em read a href http dosemagazine blogsome com rel nofollow hugh mcguire a br em phipps lord goring s servant em read juho fröjd br em james footman em read read a href http tis goringe net rel nofollow chris goringe a br em harold footman em read zachary brewster geisz br em lady chiltern em read a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 28 rel nofollow kristin hughes a br em lady markby em read heather barnett br em the countess basildon em read jemmablythe br em mrs marchmont em read a href http librivox org wiki moin cgi ezwa rel nofollow ezwa a br em miss mabel chiltern sir robert chiltern s sister em read ophelia darcy br em mrs cheveley em read a href http betsie info rel nofollow betsie bush a br em project editor em a href http www writingshow com rel nofollow paula berinstein a p |
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Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)</i>, published in 1889, is a humorous account by Jerome K. Jerome of a boating holiday on the Thames between Kingston and Oxford.<p>The book was intended initially to be a serious travel guide, with accounts of local history of places along the route, but the humorous elements eventually took over, to the point where the serious and somewhat sentimental passages now seem like an unnecessary distraction to the essentially comic novel. One of the most praised things about Three Men in a Boat is how undated it appears to modern readers. The jokes seem fresh and witty even today.<p>The three men were based on Jerome himself and two real-life friends, George, and Harris. The dog, Montmorency, however, was entirely fictional, but, as Jerome had remarked, "had much of me in it." (Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-in-a-boat-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
p i three men boat to say nothing dog i published 1889 humorous account jerome k jerome boating holiday thames kingston oxford p the book intended initially serious travel guide accounts local history places along route humorous elements eventually took over point serious somewhat sentimental passages seem like unnecessary distraction essentially comic novel one praised things three men boat undated appears modern readers jokes seem fresh witty even today p the three men based jerome two real life friends george harris dog montmorency however entirely fictional but jerome remarked had much it summary wikipedia |
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524 |
655 |
Daniel Deronda |
George Eliot |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>In this enduring Victorian classic written in 1876, two stories weave in and out of each other: The first is about Gwendolen, one of Eliot's finest creations, who grows from a self-centered young beauty to a thoughtful adult with an expanded vision of the world around her. The second is about Daniel Deronda, adopted son of an aristocratic Englishman who becomes fascinated with Jewish traditions when he meets an ailing Jewish philosopher named Mordecai and his sensitive sister, Mirah. (Summary by Becky Miller)<br>\n<br>Alt-BC: Lucy Burgoyne</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/daniel-deronda-by-george-eliot/ |
p in enduring victorian classic written 1876 two stories weave other first gwendolen one eliot s finest creations grows self centered young beauty thoughtful adult expanded vision world around her second daniel deronda adopted son aristocratic englishman becomes fascinated jewish traditions meets ailing jewish philosopher named mordecai sensitive sister mirah summary becky miller br br alt bc lucy burgoyne p |
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525 |
656 |
Vita dei campi |
Giovanni Verga |
Short Stories |
<p>A collection of 10 short stories printed in 1880. (Summary by Simona)</p> |
Italian |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/vita-dei-campi-by-giovanni-verga/ |
p a collection 10 short stories printed 1880 summary simona p |
| 541 |
703 |
897 |
Sonnet 43 |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 different recordings of <em>Sonnet 43</em> by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 4th, 2007.</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-43-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 23 different recordings em sonnet 43 em elizabeth barrett browning weekly poetry project week february 4th 2007 p |
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661 |
Persuasion |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
Anne Elliott, Jane Austen's only aging heroine, has devoted her life to caring for her financially irresponsible family. Just when she is growing content with her uneventful lifestyle, a long-lost flame re-enters the picture -- now as the beau of her significantly younger cousin. Anne is now faced with a choice: will she watch Captain Wentworth settle into life with another woman, or will she strive to win back his love and escape her family? (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-by-jane-austen/ |
anne elliott jane austen s aging heroine devoted life caring financially irresponsible family growing content uneventful lifestyle long lost flame re enters picture beau significantly younger cousin anne faced choice watch captain wentworth settle life another woman strive win back love escape family summary kirsten ferreri p |
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662 |
Jungle Book |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure |
This classic children's book by Rudyard Kipling tells the story of Mowgli, a young boy raised by wolves: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over the lame tiger Shere Khan. The account of Mowgli's adventures is followed by several short stories, including the tales of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has pervaded popular culture as the basis of many film and stage adaptations, including the popular Disney movie, and through its adoption as a motivational book by the Cub Scouts.</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-book-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
classic children s book rudyard kipling tells story mowgli young boy raised wolves escapades adventures dear friends bagheera panther baloo bear capture monkey people attempt reintegration human society ultimate triumph lame tiger shere khan account mowgli s adventures followed several short stories including tales brave white seal kotick tenacious mongoose rikki tikki tavi packed adventure jungle law wisdom book pervaded popular culture basis many film stage adaptations including popular disney movie adoption motivational book cub scouts p |
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663 |
Oresteia |
Aeschylus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Plays, Drama |
The Oresteia is a trilogy by Aeschylus, one of the foremost playwrights of ancient Greece. It encompasses three plays: Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Furies. It tells the tragic tale of the House of Atreus, whose inhabitants have been cursed and are doomed to play out their bloody, vengeful destinies. At the beginning of the first part, the Trojan War has ended and the Greek general, Agamemnon, is returning victorious to his wife Clytemnestra. Yet she finds it difficult to forgive his sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, who was killed to ensure the Greek fleet fair winds in their voyage to Troy. Her desire for vengeance, and its dire consequences, instigates the action of these poetic tragedies. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett) <br /><br /><b>Cast:</b><br />\nAGAMEMNON, king of Mycenae - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nAEGISTHUS, cousin to Agamemnon - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nORESTES, son of Agamemnon - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O’Connell</a><br />\nCLYTEMNESTRA, wife of Agamemnon - <a href="http://web.mac.com/xrystabelle/Nowak_News/Christies_World/Christies_World.html">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nCASSANDRA, a Trojan princess - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nELECTRA, sister of Orestes - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/125">Claire Goget</a><br />\nAPOLLO, god of the Delphic oracle - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a><br />\nATHENA, goddess of wisdom - <a href="http://www.stanford.edu/~ceastman/">Catharine Eastman</a><br />\nPYTHIA, a priestess of Apollo - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a><br />\nA WATCHMAN at Mycenae - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2195">Joe Earley</a><br />\nA HERALD from Troy - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1403">tipaew</a><br />\nNURSE to Orestes and Electra - <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nATTENDANT of Aegisthus - <a href="http://drzeile.net/">Fr. Richard Zeile of Detroit</a><br />\nATTENDANT WOMAN of Athena - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/243">Jennifer Stearns</a><br />\nNARRATOR - <a href="http://www.justinanimator.com/">Justin Barrett</a><br />\nCHORUS in Agamemnon - <a href="http://timberdine.co.uk/">Andy Minter</a><br />\nCHORUS in The Libation-Bearers - <a href="http://nonsec.blogspot.com/">Jc Guan</a><br />\nCHORUS in The Furies - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a>, and <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search.php?title=&author=Christie+Nowak&action=Search">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nPYLADES - <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people.php?peopleid=2748">Annoying Twit</a><br /><br />\nBook Coordinators: Kirsten Ferreri, Sarah Jennings, Elizabeth Klett, and David Lawrence<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-oresteia-by-aeschylus/ |
oresteia trilogy aeschylus one foremost playwrights ancient greece encompasses three plays agamemnon libation bearers furies tells tragic tale house atreus whose inhabitants cursed doomed play bloody vengeful destinies beginning first part trojan war ended greek general agamemnon returning victorious wife clytemnestra yet finds difficult forgive sacrifice daughter iphigenia killed ensure greek fleet fair winds voyage troy desire vengeance dire consequences instigates action poetic tragedies summary elizabeth klett br br b cast b br agamemnon king mycenae a href http librivox org reader 4698 stephenc a br aegisthus cousin agamemnon a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br orestes son agamemnon a href http librivox org reader 2045 david o connell a br clytemnestra wife agamemnon a href http web mac com xrystabelle nowak_news christies_world christies_world html christie nowak a br cassandra trojan princess a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br electra sister orestes a href http librivox org reader 125 claire goget a br apollo god delphic oracle a href http librivox org reader 622 andrew lebrun a br athena goddess wisdom a href http www stanford edu ceastman catharine eastman a br pythia priestess apollo a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a br watchman mycenae a href http librivox org reader 2195 joe earley a br herald troy a href http librivox org reader 1403 tipaew a br nurse orestes electra a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br attendant aegisthus a href http drzeile net fr richard zeile detroit a br attendant woman athena a href http librivox org reader 243 jennifer stearns a br narrator a href http www justinanimator com justin barrett a br chorus agamemnon a href http timberdine co uk andy minter a br chorus libation bearers a href http nonsec blogspot com jc guan a br chorus furies a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a a href http librivox org newcatalog search php title author christie nowak action search christie nowak a br pylades a href http librivox org sandpit librivox_catalog people php peopleid 2748 annoying twit a br br book coordinators kirsten ferreri sarah jennings elizabeth klett david lawrence br br |
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664 |
Woman in White |
Wilkie Collins |
Epistolary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Woman in White is an epistolary novel written by Wilkie Collins in 1859, serialized in 1859-1860, and first published in book form in 1860. It is considered to be to the first mystery novel, and is widely regarded as one of the first (and finest) in the genre of ’sensation novels’….<br /><br />The Woman in White is also an early example of a particular type of Collins narrative in which several characters in turn take up the telling of the story. This creates a complex web in which readers are unsure which narrator can, and cannot, be trusted. Collins used this technique in his other novels, including The Moonstone. This technique was copied by other novelists, including Bram Stoker, author of Dracula (1897), although by the end of the 19th century the technique was considered “old-fashioned”. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-woman-in-white-by-wilkie-collins/ |
woman white epistolary novel written wilkie collins 1859 serialized 1859 1860 first published book form 1860 considered first mystery novel widely regarded one first and finest genre sensation novels br br the woman white also early example particular type collins narrative several characters turn take telling story creates complex web readers unsure narrator can cannot trusted collins used technique novels including moonstone technique copied novelists including bram stoker author dracula 1897 although end 19th century technique considered old fashioned summary wikipedia p |
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665 |
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Captain Nemo, The Nautilus, and the mysterious depths of the ocean. Unforgettable. Come join an adventure that will roam among coral and pearls, sharks and giant squid, with wonders of biology and engineering that will thrust us from the Antarctic to Atlantis. Whether voyaging a yarn of the glorious unknown, a tale of the darkness that grips the heart of men, or a reinterpretation of Homer’s Odyssey, we’ll all enjoy the fantastic trip. Seasickness optional. (Summary by Marlo Dianne)</p>\n\nA German version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/zwanzigtausend-meilen-unterm-meer/"> Zwanzigtausend Meilen unter’m Meer</a> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-thousand-leagues-under-the-sea-by-jules-verne/ |
p captain nemo nautilus mysterious depths ocean unforgettable come join adventure roam among coral pearls sharks giant squid wonders biology engineering thrust us antarctic atlantis whether voyaging yarn glorious unknown tale darkness grips heart men reinterpretation homer s odyssey we ll enjoy fantastic trip seasickness optional summary marlo dianne p german version available a href http librivox org zwanzigtausend meilen unterm meer zwanzigtausend meilen unter m meer a |
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666 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 008 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 008: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-008/ |
p librivox s short story collection 008 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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667 |
Night and Day |
Virginia Woolf |
General Fiction |
<p><br />Night and Day (1919) is a novel by Virginia Woolf. Set in Edwardian London, Night and Day contrasts the daily lives of two friends, Katharine Hilbery and Mary Datchet. The novel examines the relationships between love, marriage, happiness, and success. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/night-and-day-by-virginia-woolf/ |
p br night day 1919 novel virginia woolf set edwardian london night day contrasts daily lives two friends katharine hilbery mary datchet novel examines relationships love marriage happiness success wikipedia p |
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536 |
669 |
Romeo and Juliet (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
<p>Romeo and Juliet is Shakespeare's famous tragedy of two "star-crossed lovers" from rival houses. Romeo and Juliet meet at a party and fall instantly in love, realizing too late that their families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are mortal enemies. Braving parental opposition, the teenage lovers marry in secret, with the aid of the well-intentioned Friar Lawrence. Yet, as Shakespeare has often observed, the course of true love does not run smoothly, and Romeo and Juliet must risk death to be together. (summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong></a><br>\nEscalus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1823">David Muncaster</a><br>\nParis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nMontague: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1260">Chris Hughes</a><br>\nCapulet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>\nOld Man and Friar Lawrence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/254">Alan Davis Drake</a><br>\nRomeo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/827">Simon Taylor</a><br>\nMercutio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a><br>\nBenvolio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>\nTybalt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1482">Joshua B. Christensen</a><br>\nFriar John: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/27">Sean McKinley</a><br>\nBalthasar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1311">Scott D. Farquar</a><br>\nSampson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a><br>\nGregory: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br>\nPeter and Second Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a><br>\nAbraham and First Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1621">Caliban</a><br>\nApothecary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>\nFirst Musician and Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>\nSecond Musician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>\nThird Musician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2987">Aaron Walden</a><br>\nChorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1124">ancilla</a><br>\nPage: C. J. Nowak</a><br>\nLady Montague: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/84">Christie Nowak</a><br>\nLady Capulet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br>\nJuliet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nNurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br>\nFirst Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels</a><br>\nSecond Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/684">Lizzie Driver</a><br>\nThird Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1214">bryfee</a><br>\nFirst Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2839">Rhys Lawson</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\n</a><br>\n<strong>Audio Edited by: </strong> Elizabeth Klett<br><br>\n\n |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/romeo-and-juliet-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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Federalist Papers |
Alexander Hamilton |
Political Science |
The Federalist Papers (correctly known as The Federalist) are a series of 85 articles advocating the ratification of the United States Constitution. Seventy-seven of the essays were published serially in The Independent Journal and The New York Packet between October 1787 and August 1788 . A compilation of these and eight others, called The Federalist, was published in 1788 by J. and A. M’Lean. The Federalist Papers serve as a primary source for interpretation of the Constitution, as they outline the philosophy and motivation of the proposed system of government.The authors of the Federalist Papers wanted to both influence the vote in favor of ratification and shape future interpretations of the Constitution. According to historian Richard Morris, they are an "incomparable exposition of the Constitution, a classic in political science unsurpassed in both breadth and depth by the product of any later American writer." (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1788 |
https://librivox.org/the-federalist-papers-by-alexander-hamilton-john-jay-and-james-madison/ |
federalist papers correctly known federalist series 85 articles advocating ratification united states constitution seventy seven essays published serially independent journal new york packet october 1787 august 1788 compilation eight others called federalist published 1788 j a m lean federalist papers serve primary source interpretation constitution outline philosophy motivation proposed system government the authors federalist papers wanted influence vote favor ratification shape future interpretations constitution according historian richard morris incomparable exposition constitution classic political science unsurpassed breadth depth product later american writer summary wikipedia p |
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671 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2006 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
LibriVox's 2006 Christmas Colletion containing public domain short stories, essays, poems, and scripture passages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.<p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-2006-christmas-short-works-collection/ |
librivox s 2006 christmas colletion containing public domain short stories essays poems scripture passages recorded variety librivox members p |
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672 |
Bulfinch’s Mythology: The Age of Fable |
Thomas Bulfinch |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Bulfinch’s Mythology, first published in 1855, is one of the most popular collections of mythology of all time. It consists of three volumes: The Age of Fable, The Age of Chivalry, and Legends of Charlemagne. This is a recording of the tenth edition of the first volume, The Age of Fable. It contains many Greek and Roman myths, including simplified versions of The Iliad and The Odyssey, as well as a selection of Norse and “eastern” myths. Thomas Bulfinch’s goal was to make the ancient myths accessible to a wide audience, and so it is suitable for children. (Summary by Kathleen Gatliffe aka TetoYasha)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/bulfinch-age-of-fable/ |
p bulfinch s mythology first published 1855 one popular collections mythology time consists three volumes age fable age chivalry legends charlemagne recording tenth edition first volume age fable contains many greek roman myths including simplified versions iliad odyssey well selection norse eastern myths thomas bulfinch s goal make ancient myths accessible wide audience suitable children summary kathleen gatliffe aka tetoyasha p |
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540 |
674 |
Christmas Poetry and Hymn Collection |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
This collection includes 40 different Christmas carols collected and read by Douglas D. Anderson, the creator of <a href="http://www.hymnsandcarolsofchristmas.com/">The Hymns and Carols of Christmas</a> website, a public-domain collection of Christmas music containing over 2,600 hymns, carols and songs.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas_poetry_and_hymn_collection/ |
collection includes 40 different christmas carols collected read douglas d anderson creator a href http www hymnsandcarolsofchristmas com the hymns carols christmas a website public domain collection christmas music containing 2 600 hymns carols songs p |
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541 |
675 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 002 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).<p>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-002/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
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676 |
At the Back of the North Wind |
George MacDonald |
Action & Adventure |
Diamond the little boy sleeps in the hayloft above the stall of Diamond the horse. The loft is snug but drafty, and after plugging a hole in the wall one night, Diamond is scolded by the beautiful Lady North Wind for closing her "window" into his room. Thus begins their friendship. Spirited away by the North Wind, Diamond embarks on a series of adventures both near to and far from his home. His pure heart and his simple, loving spirit guide him as he journeys to the back of the North Wind and home again. (Summary by Meredith Hughes) <p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-back-of-the-north-wind-by-george-macdonald/ |
diamond little boy sleeps hayloft stall diamond horse loft snug drafty plugging hole wall one night diamond scolded beautiful lady north wind closing window room thus begins friendship spirited away north wind diamond embarks series adventures near far home pure heart simple loving spirit guide journeys back north wind home again summary meredith hughes p |
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915 |
Adventures of a Brownie as Told to my Child |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Adventures of a Brownie follows the life of a brownie who lives in a family's coal cellar and the adventures he gets into with the members of the household. Written by Ancilla </p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-a-brownie-by-miss-mulock/ |
adventures brownie follows life brownie lives family s coal cellar adventures gets members household written ancilla p |
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543 |
677 |
Book of the Damned |
Charles Hoy Fort |
Nature, Science |
<p>The Book of the Damned was the first published nonfiction work of the author Charles Fort (first edition 1919). Dealing with various types of anomalous phenomena including UFOs, strange falls of both organic and inorganic materials from the sky, odd weather patterns, the possible existence of creatures generally held to be mythological, disappearances of people under strange circumstances, and many other phenomena, the book is historically considered to be the first written in the specific field of anomalistics. - Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-the-damned-by-charles-fort/ |
p the book damned first published nonfiction work author charles fort first edition 1919 dealing various types anomalous phenomena including ufos strange falls organic inorganic materials sky odd weather patterns possible existence creatures generally held mythological disappearances people strange circumstances many phenomena book historically considered first written specific field anomalistics summary wikipedia p |
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679 |
Age of Innocence |
Edith Wharton |
Romance |
<p>In an era before the advent of electric lights, telephones or motor vehicles, there exists a small cluster of aristocratic "old revolutionary stock" families that rule New York's social life. Under the rules of this society, "being things" is better than "doing things" and reputation and outward appearances come at the exclusion of everything else. In this Gilded Age, when America’s expansion and increased industrialism produce a group of newly wealthy robber barons and financiers, the patient, time-honored values of the old ruling class, and century, are giving way to the expediencies of the new. Caught at this cusp, a triangle of lovers, who must choose between the expectations of family and society, and the deepest yearnings of the heart.<br />\nNewly engaged couple, Newland Archer, a young lawyer, and May Welland, a society debutante, are part of the old world, where the "right people" follow the "correct rules" and marry into "acceptable families." The arrival from Europe of May’s cousin, the Countess Ellen Olenska, complicates their union, as Ellen’s mysterious past threatens to cast a shadow of scandal over the newly betrothed couple. Newland Archer, at first critical of Ellen's bohemian lifestyle, and her seemingly wilful ignorance of the rules and customs of his Old New York, is soon captivated by Ellen's warmth, spirit, and her generous and loving heart. Will he cast off the life for which he's been groomed, or sacrifice happiness for duty and the greater good of the social order?<br />\n(Summary by Brenda Dayne)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-innocence-by-edith-wharton/ |
p in era advent electric lights telephones motor vehicles exists small cluster aristocratic old revolutionary stock families rule new york s social life rules society being things better doing things reputation outward appearances come exclusion everything else gilded age america s expansion increased industrialism produce group newly wealthy robber barons financiers patient time honored values old ruling class century giving way expediencies new caught cusp triangle lovers must choose expectations family society deepest yearnings heart br newly engaged couple newland archer young lawyer may welland society debutante part old world right people follow correct rules marry acceptable families arrival europe may s cousin countess ellen olenska complicates union ellen s mysterious past threatens cast shadow scandal newly betrothed couple newland archer first critical ellen s bohemian lifestyle seemingly wilful ignorance rules customs old new york soon captivated ellen s warmth spirit generous loving heart cast life he s groomed sacrifice happiness duty greater good social order br summary brenda dayne p |
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545 |
680 |
Cobb's Anatomy |
Irvin S. Cobb |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Irvin Shrewsbury Cobb was born on June 23, 1876. At seventeen years of age, he began writing for the <em>Paducah Daily News</em>, his hometown paper. At nineteen he became the managing editor; up to that point, our nation's youngest. He worked as a columnist, a humorist and an author. But 'horror,' and 'short stories,' are not why he is remembered. He is remembered because he was, and still is, funny. And although he is now dead--he died March 11, 1944--this work "Cobb's Anatomy," among others, has left an indelible mark upon mankind: a smile. </br>(Summary by Carl Vonnoh, III)</p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/cobbs-anatomy-by-irvin-shrewsbury-cobb/ |
p irvin shrewsbury cobb born june 23 1876 seventeen years age began writing em paducah daily news em hometown paper nineteen became managing editor point nation s youngest worked columnist humorist author horror short stories remembered remembered was still is funny although dead he died march 11 1944 this work cobb s anatomy among others left indelible mark upon mankind smile br summary carl vonnoh iii p |
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681 |
Book of Tea |
Kakuzō Okakura |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
<p>The Book of Tea was written by Okakura Kakuzo in the early 20th century. It was first published in 1906, and has since been republished many times. - In the book, Kakuzo introduces the term Teaism and how Tea has affected nearly every aspect of Japanese culture, thought, and life. The book is noted to be accessibile to Western audiences because though Kakuzo was born and raised Japanese, he was trained from a young age to speak English; and would speak it all his life, becoming proficient at communicating his thoughts in the Western Mind. In his book he elucidates such topics as Zen and Taoism, but also the secular aspects of Tea and Japanese life. The book emphasises how Teaism taught the Japanese many things; most importantly, simplicity. Kakuzo argues that this tea-induced simplicity affected art and architecture, and he was a long-time student of the visual arts. He ends the book with a chapter on Tea Masters, and spends some time talking about Sen no Rikyu and his contribution to the Japanese Tea Ceremony. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-tea-by-okakura-kakuzo/ |
p the book tea written okakura kakuzo early 20th century first published 1906 since republished many times book kakuzo introduces term teaism tea affected nearly every aspect japanese culture thought life book noted accessibile western audiences though kakuzo born raised japanese trained young age speak english would speak life becoming proficient communicating thoughts western mind book elucidates topics zen taoism also secular aspects tea japanese life book emphasises teaism taught japanese many things importantly simplicity kakuzo argues tea induced simplicity affected art architecture long time student visual arts ends book chapter tea masters spends time talking sen rikyu contribution japanese tea ceremony summary wikipedia p |
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682 |
Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offences |
Mark Twain |
Satire |
<p>Fenimore Cooper - author of <i>The Deerslayer</i>, <i>The Last of the Mohicans</i>, etc - has often been praised, but just as often been criticised for his writing. Mark Twain wrote a funny, vicious little essay on the subject, in which he states: "In one place in 'Deerslayer,' and in the restricted space of two-thirds of a page, Cooper has scored 114 offences against literary art out of a possible 115."\n(Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/fenimore-coopers-literary-offenses-by-mark-twain/ |
p fenimore cooper author i the deerslayer i i the last mohicans i etc often praised often criticised writing mark twain wrote funny vicious little essay subject states in one place deerslayer restricted space two thirds page cooper scored 114 offences literary art possible 115 summary gesine p |
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556 |
693 |
Gulliver's Travels |
Jonathan Swift |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Satire |
<br /><em>Gulliver's Travels</em> (1726, amended 1735), officially <em>Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World</em>, is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travelers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1727 |
https://librivox.org/gullivers-travels-by-jonathan-swift/ |
br em gulliver s travels em 1726 amended 1735 officially em travels several remote nations world em novel jonathan swift satire human nature parody travelers tales literary sub genre widely considered swift s magnum opus celebrated work well one indisputable classics english literature summary wikipedia br br |
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1055 |
1287 |
Civil Rights and Equal Protection Cases 1950-1960 |
United States Supreme Court |
Law, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Landmark United States Supreme Court decisions focusing on civil rights and equal protection between 1950 and 1960. (summary by Kelli Robinson)</p> |
English |
1969 |
https://librivox.org/civil-rights-and-equal-protection-cases-1950-1960/ |
landmark united states supreme court decisions focusing civil rights equal protection 1950 1960 summary kelli robinson p |
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548 |
684 |
Riddle of the Sands |
Erskine Childers |
Detective Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Containing many realistic details based on Childers' own sailing trips along the German North Sea coast, the book is the retelling of a yachting expedition in the early 20th century combined with an adventurous spy story.\n\nIt was one of the early invasion novels which predicted war with Germany and called for British preparedness. The plot involves the uncovering of secret German preparations for an invasion of the United Kingdom. It is often called the first modern spy novel, although others are as well, it was certainly very influential in the genre and for its time.\n\nThe book enjoyed immense popularity in the years before World War I and was extremely influential. Winston Churchill later credited it as a major reason that the Admiralty decided to establish naval bases at Invergordon, the Firth of Forth and Scapa Flow. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-riddle-of-the-sands-by-erskine-childers/ |
p containing many realistic details based childers sailing trips along german north sea coast book retelling yachting expedition early 20th century combined adventurous spy story one early invasion novels predicted war germany called british preparedness plot involves uncovering secret german preparations invasion united kingdom often called first modern spy novel although others well certainly influential genre time book enjoyed immense popularity years world war extremely influential winston churchill later credited major reason admiralty decided establish naval bases invergordon firth forth scapa flow summary wikipedia p |
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549 |
685 |
Christmas Carol (version 02) |
Charles Dickens |
Fantastic Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
A Christmas Carol (full title: A Christmas Carol in Prose, Being a Ghost Story of Christmas) is A Christmas Carol is a Victorian morality tale of an old and bitter miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, who undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of one evening. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
christmas carol full title christmas carol prose ghost story christmas christmas carol victorian morality tale old bitter miser ebenezer scrooge undergoes profound experience redemption course one evening wikipedia p |
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550 |
686 |
Elixiere des Teufels |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Der Bruder Medardus ist ein hoch angesehenes, für seine feurigen Predigten bekanntes Mitglied der Klostergemeinde. Als ihm die Aufsicht über die Reliquienkammer übertragen wird, beginnt jedoch sein Niedergang. Unter den Schätzen befindet sich auch eine Flasche der Elixiere des Teufels, mit denen der Satan vor Jahrhunderten den heiligen Antonius verführen wollte. Ein Schluck aus der Flasche besiegelt seinen Abstieg. Obgleich seine Predigten feuriger denn je werden, verliert er sich in Selbstverliebtheit und entsagt so dem Göttlichen. In der Hoffnung, Medardus Seele zu retten schickt ihn der Prior des Klosters auf die Reise nach Rom. Einmal frei von den Mauern des Klosters, beginnt Medardus Kampf gegen den den Verführer. Seine Reise ist gegprägt von Lügen, Diebstahl und Mord. Immer wieder begegnet er Personen, die ihm erstaunlich ähnlich sind. In diesen findet er all seine Schwächen wieder, er schlüpft in ihre Rollen, versucht ihr Leben und findet letztlich doch wieder zu sich selbst zurück.<p> |
German |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/die-elixiere-des-teufels-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
der bruder medardus ist ein hoch angesehenes für seine feurigen predigten bekanntes mitglied der klostergemeinde als ihm die aufsicht über die reliquienkammer übertragen wird beginnt jedoch sein niedergang unter den schätzen befindet sich auch eine flasche der elixiere des teufels mit denen der satan vor jahrhunderten den heiligen antonius verführen wollte ein schluck aus der flasche besiegelt seinen abstieg obgleich seine predigten feuriger denn je werden verliert er sich selbstverliebtheit und entsagt dem göttlichen der hoffnung medardus seele zu retten schickt ihn der prior des klosters auf die reise nach rom einmal frei von den mauern des klosters beginnt medardus kampf gegen den den verführer seine reise ist gegprägt von lügen diebstahl und mord immer wieder begegnet er personen die ihm erstaunlich ähnlich sind diesen findet er seine schwächen wieder er schlüpft ihre rollen versucht ihr leben und findet letztlich doch wieder zu sich selbst zurück p |
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687 |
Bible (WEB) NT 09: Galatians |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
The Epistle to Galatians is a book of the New Testament. It is a letter from <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_of_Tarsus">Paul of Tarsus</a> to a number of early Christian communities in the Roman province of Galatia in central Anatolia. It is principally concerned with the controversy surrounding Gentile Christians and the Mosaic Law within Early Christianity. Along with the Epistle to the Romans, it is the most theologically significant of the Pauline epistles, and has been particularly influential in Protestant thought. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/galatians-web/ |
epistle galatians book new testament letter a href http en wikipedia org wiki paul_of_tarsus paul tarsus a number early christian communities roman province galatia central anatolia principally concerned controversy surrounding gentile christians mosaic law within early christianity along epistle romans theologically significant pauline epistles particularly influential protestant thought p |
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552 |
688 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. I |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. Volume I was published in 1776, and went through six printings (a remarkable feat for its time). Volumes II and III were published in 1781; volumes IV, V, VI in 1788-89. The original volumes were published as quartos, a common publishing practice of the time.The books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behaviour and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell.Gibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/the-decline-and-fall-of-the-roman-empire-vol-i-by-edward-gibbon/ |
p the history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon volume published 1776 went six printings a remarkable feat time volumes ii iii published 1781 volumes iv v vi 1788 89 original volumes published quartos common publishing practice time the books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behaviour decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikipedia p |
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690 |
Iliad |
Homer |
Epics |
<p>The Iliad, together with the Odyssey, is one of two ancient Greek epic poems traditionally attributed to Homer. The poem is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century BC, and many scholars believe it is the oldest extant work of literature in the Greek language, making it the first work of European literature. The existence of a single author for the poems is disputed as the poems themselves show evidence of a long oral tradition and hence, multiple authors. The poem concerns events during the tenth and final year in the siege of the city of Iliun, or Troy, by the Greeks. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-iliad-by-homer-translated-by-samuel-butler/ |
p the iliad together odyssey one two ancient greek epic poems traditionally attributed homer poem commonly dated 8th 7th century bc many scholars believe oldest extant work literature greek language making first work european literature existence single author poems disputed poems show evidence long oral tradition hence multiple authors poem concerns events tenth final year siege city iliun troy greeks summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
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691 |
Rautatie |
Juhani Aho |
General Fiction |
Aho's first novel Rautatie (Railroad), considered one of his main works, is a story of an elderly couple who hear about railroad first time ever and have a hard time imagining carriages with no horses. They eventually get around to trying it out.<p><i>Juhani Ahon esikoisromaani vuodelta 1884, Rautatie, on kertomus maaseudun ukosta ja akasta, jotka kuulevat naapurikylälle saapuneesta uudesta ihmeestä, ilman hevosia kulkevasta vaunusta, ja päättävät pitkän jahkailun jälkeen lähteä sitä katsomaan.</i><p>(Summary by Tuija Aalto)</p> |
Finnish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/rautatie-by-juhani-aho/ |
aho s first novel rautatie railroad considered one main works story elderly couple hear railroad first time ever hard time imagining carriages horses eventually get around trying out p i juhani ahon esikoisromaani vuodelta 1884 rautatie kertomus maaseudun ukosta ja akasta jotka kuulevat naapurikylälle saapuneesta uudesta ihmeestä ilman hevosia kulkevasta vaunusta ja päättävät pitkän jahkailun jälkeen lähteä sitä katsomaan i p summary tuija aalto p |
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695 |
Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus |
Francis P. Church |
Children's Fiction |
<p>"Is There A Santa Claus?" was the headline that appeared over an editorial in the September 21, 1897 edition of the <em>New York Sun</em>. The editorial, which included the response of "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus," has become an indelible part of popular Christmas lore in the United States. LibriVox brings you eight different versions of this classic.<br />(Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/yes-virginia-there-is-a-santa-claus-by-francis-pharcellus-church/ |
p is santa claus headline appeared editorial september 21 1897 edition em new york sun em editorial included response yes virginia santa claus become indelible part popular christmas lore united states librivox brings eight different versions classic br summary wikipedia org p |
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696 |
Robinson Crusoe |
Daniel Defoe |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Daniel Defoe’s <i>The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe of York, Mariner</i> (1719) is considered by many the first English novel. Based on the real-life experiences of the castaway Alexander Selkirk, the book has had a perrenial appeal among readers of all ages-–especially the young adult reading public–-who continue to find inspiration in the inventive resourcefulness of its hero, sole survivor of a shipwreck who is marooned on an uninhabited island.</p>\n\n Especially poignant, after more than two decades of unbroken solitude, is the affection that Robinson develops for Friday, another survivor fleeing certain death at the hands of enemy tribesmen from the South American continent. (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1719 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoe-by-daniel-defoe/ |
p daniel defoe s i the life strange surprizing adventures robinson crusoe york mariner i 1719 considered many first english novel based real life experiences castaway alexander selkirk book perrenial appeal among readers ages especially young adult reading public who continue find inspiration inventive resourcefulness hero sole survivor shipwreck marooned uninhabited island p especially poignant two decades unbroken solitude affection robinson develops friday another survivor fleeing certain death hands enemy tribesmen south american continent summary denny sayers p |
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697 |
Tenant of Wildfell Hall |
Anne Brontë |
Literary Fiction |
<p><i>The Tenant of Wildfell Hall</i>, the second and final novel by Anne Brontë, is concerned with the story of a woman who leaves her abusive, dissolute husband, and who must then support herself and her young son. Originally published in June of 1848, it challenged the prevailing morals of the time; a critic went so far as to pronounce it "utterly unfit to be put into the hands of girls." It is considered to be one of the first feminist novels. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-tenant-of-wildfell-hall-by-anne-bronte/ |
p i the tenant wildfell hall i second final novel anne brontë concerned story woman leaves abusive dissolute husband must support young son originally published june 1848 challenged prevailing morals time critic went far pronounce utterly unfit put hands girls considered one first feminist novels summary wikipedia p |
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698 |
Woyzeck |
Georg Büchner |
Plays |
Woyzeck ist ein Dramenfragment des deutschen Dramatikers und Dichters Georg Büchner. Büchner begann vermutlich zwischen Juni und September 1836 mit der Niederschrift. Bei seinem frühen Tod im Jahr 1837 blieb das Werk als Fragment zurück. Das Manuskript ist in mehreren Entwurfsstufen überliefert. Im Druck erschien Woyzeck erstmals 1879 in der stark überarbeiteten und vom Herausgeber veränderten Fassung von Karl Emil Franzos. "Woyzeck" wurde am 8. November 1913 im Residenztheater München uraufgeführt.</p>\n\nDer einfache Soldat Franz Woyzeck, der seine Freundin Marie und das gemeinsame uneheliche Kind, die genau wie er am Rande der Gesellschaft leben, zu unterstützen versucht, arbeitet als Laufbursche für seinen Hauptmann. Dieser und ein skrupelloser Arzt nutzen Franz physisch und psychisch aus. Marie lässt sich mit einem Tambourmajor ein und Woyzecks aufkeimender Verdacht wird durch ihm nicht freundlich gesonnene Mitmenschen geschürt, bis die Handlung eskaliert.</p>\n\nAnmerkung: Dieses Stück ist ein Fragment. Es gibt keine einzig richtige Reihenfolge der einzelnen Szenen, denn sie sind weder numeriert noch in Akte aufgeteilt. Die hier vorliegende Reihenfolge stimmt großenteils mit der Verfilmung mit Klaus Kinski in der Hauptrolle überein. Überdies ist jede Szene in einer gesondert aufgenommen, so daß das Werk auf "shuffle" gehört werden kann, um neue Interpretationen zu finden.</p>\n\nDas Stück spielt in Darmstadt, die Figuren sprechen größtenteils in dortigem Dialekt. Deshalb haben im Hochdeutschen grammatikalisch falsche Konstruktionen hier seine Richtigkeit. (Summary by Wikipedia, Thomas Rappel, gutenberg.org und Rainer)<p> |
German |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/woyzeck_by_georg_buechner/ |
woyzeck ist ein dramenfragment des deutschen dramatikers und dichters georg büchner büchner begann vermutlich zwischen juni und september 1836 mit der niederschrift bei seinem frühen tod im jahr 1837 blieb das werk als fragment zurück das manuskript ist mehreren entwurfsstufen überliefert im druck erschien woyzeck erstmals 1879 der stark überarbeiteten und vom herausgeber veränderten fassung von karl emil franzos woyzeck wurde 8 november 1913 im residenztheater münchen uraufgeführt p der einfache soldat franz woyzeck der seine freundin marie und das gemeinsame uneheliche kind die genau wie er rande der gesellschaft leben zu unterstützen versucht arbeitet als laufbursche für seinen hauptmann dieser und ein skrupelloser arzt nutzen franz physisch und psychisch aus marie lässt sich mit einem tambourmajor ein und woyzecks aufkeimender verdacht wird durch ihm nicht freundlich gesonnene mitmenschen geschürt bis die handlung eskaliert p anmerkung dieses stück ist ein fragment es gibt keine einzig richtige reihenfolge der einzelnen szenen denn sie sind weder numeriert noch akte aufgeteilt die hier vorliegende reihenfolge stimmt großenteils mit der verfilmung mit klaus kinski der hauptrolle überein überdies ist jede szene einer gesondert aufgenommen daß das werk auf shuffle gehört werden kann um neue interpretationen zu finden p das stück spielt darmstadt die figuren sprechen größtenteils dortigem dialekt deshalb haben im hochdeutschen grammatikalisch falsche konstruktionen hier seine richtigkeit summary wikipedia thomas rappel gutenberg org und rainer p |
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699 |
Mountains of California |
John Muir |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>John Muir (1838–1914) was one of the first modern preservationists. His letters, essays, and books telling of his adventures in nature, and wildlife, especially in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, were read by millions and are still popular today. His direct activism helped to save the Yosemite Valley and other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he founded, is now one of the most important conservation organizations in the United States. His writings and philosophy strongly influenced the formation of the modern environmental movement. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-mountains-of-california-by-john-muir/ |
p john muir 1838 1914 one first modern preservationists letters essays books telling adventures nature wildlife especially sierra nevada mountains california read millions still popular today direct activism helped save yosemite valley wilderness areas sierra club founded one important conservation organizations united states writings philosophy strongly influenced formation modern environmental movement summary wikipedia p |
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701 |
Life on the Mississippi |
Mark Twain |
Nature, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Life on the Mississippi is a memoir by Mark Twain detailing his days as a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River before the American Civil War. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/life-on-the-mississippi-by-mark-twain/ |
p life mississippi memoir mark twain detailing days steamboat pilot mississippi river american civil war summary wikipedia p |
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563 |
705 |
Hollow Needle: Further Adventures of Arsène Lupin |
Maurice Leblanc |
Detective Fiction |
Arsène Lupin returns in a wonderful story of disguises, love, and of course treasure. Once again, Lupin crosses paths with the famous Holmlock Shears. But this time Arsène matches wits with Isidore Beautrelet, Sixth-form Schoolboy. Every step that Lupin takes has Beautrelet right on his heels. Has Lupin finally met his match? Will Beautrelet discover the secret of the Hollow Needle? And has the gentleman burglar met another match as well, one who will lead him away from his life of crime forever? (Summary by Alex Patterson)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/hollow-needle-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
arsène lupin returns wonderful story disguises love course treasure again lupin crosses paths famous holmlock shears time arsène matches wits isidore beautrelet sixth form schoolboy every step lupin takes beautrelet right heels lupin finally met match beautrelet discover secret hollow needle gentleman burglar met another match well one lead away life crime forever summary alex patterson p |
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706 |
Relativity: The Special and General Theory |
Albert Einstein |
*Non-fiction, Science |
This is an introduction to Einstein’s space-bending, time-stretching theory of Relativity, written by the master himself. Special and General relativity explain the structure of space time and provide a theory of gravitation, respectively. Einstein’s theories shocked the world with their counterintuitive results, including the dissolution of absolute time. In this book he brings a simplified form of his profound understanding of the subject to the layperson. In the words of Einstein: “The present book is intended, as far as possible, to give an exact insight into the theory of Relativity to those readers who, from a general scientific and philosophical point of view, are interested in the theory, but who are not conversant with the mathematical apparatus of theoretical physics.” The book is challenging at times but, when approached patiently, proves itself one of the most lucid explanations of Relativity to be found anywhere. [Due to transcription or optical character recognition errors in creating online texts, and because of less-than-clear fonts in some printed texts, the variables as read in some of the equations here are not as Einstein intended. For example, the numeral ‘one’ has frequently been printed and read as the letter ‘I.’ In addition, some equations do not translate well into the spoken word. If you require completely accurate renditions of Einstein’s mathematical formulas, we suggest that you consult a published text.] — Summary written by Kelly Bescherer [and Laurie Anne Walden]<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/relativity-by-albert-einstein/ |
introduction einstein s space bending time stretching theory relativity written master himself special general relativity explain structure space time provide theory gravitation respectively einstein s theories shocked world counterintuitive results including dissolution absolute time book brings simplified form profound understanding subject layperson words einstein the present book intended far possible give exact insight theory relativity readers who general scientific philosophical point view interested theory conversant mathematical apparatus theoretical physics book challenging times but approached patiently proves one lucid explanations relativity found anywhere due transcription optical character recognition errors creating online texts less than clear fonts printed texts variables read equations einstein intended example numeral one frequently printed read letter i addition equations translate well spoken word require completely accurate renditions einstein s mathematical formulas suggest consult published text summary written kelly bescherer and laurie anne walden p |
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707 |
Edison, His Life and Inventions |
Frank Lewis Dyer |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>A detailed biography of Thomas Alva Edison, inventor of such things as the telephone, the microphone, the electric motor, the storage battery, and the electric light. In the words of the authors, "It is designed in these pages to bring the reader face to face with Edison; to glance at an interesting childhood and a youthful period marked by a capacity for doing things, and by an insatiable thirst for knowledge; then to accompany him into the great creative stretch of forty years, during which he has done so much. This book shows him plunged deeply into work for which he has always had an incredible capacity, reveals the exercise of his unsurpassed inventive ability, his keen reasoning powers, his tenacious memory, his fertility of resource; follows him through a series of innumerable experiments, conducted methodically, reaching out like rays of search-light into all the regions of science and nature, and finally exhibits him emerging triumphantly from countless difficulties bearing with him in new arts the fruits of victorious struggle." (written by Justin Barrett, with authors' quote taken from the work itself)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/edison-his-life-by-dyer-and-martin/ |
p a detailed biography thomas alva edison inventor things telephone microphone electric motor storage battery electric light words authors it designed pages bring reader face face edison glance interesting childhood youthful period marked capacity things insatiable thirst knowledge accompany great creative stretch forty years done much book shows plunged deeply work always incredible capacity reveals exercise unsurpassed inventive ability keen reasoning powers tenacious memory fertility resource follows series innumerable experiments conducted methodically reaching like rays search light regions science nature finally exhibits emerging triumphantly countless difficulties bearing new arts fruits victorious struggle written justin barrett authors quote taken work itself p |
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709 |
Oxen |
Thomas Hardy |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you seven different recordings of <em>The Oxen</em>, by Thomas Hardy. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 17th, 2006.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-oxen-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p librivox volunteers bring seven different recordings em the oxen em thomas hardy weekly poetry project week december 17th 2006 p |
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710 |
Ballads of a Bohemian |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Single author |
<br />Ballads of a Bohemian is a collection of poems tied together by the narration of the "author" Stephen Poore. The poems speak of bohemian life in Paris before the war, his experiences during World War I and its aftermath. (Summary by Kristin Hughes) <br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/ballads-of-a-bohemian-by-robert-w-service/ |
br ballads bohemian collection poems tied together narration author stephen poore poems speak bohemian life paris war experiences world war aftermath summary kristin hughes br br |
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568 |
711 |
Enchanted Castle |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Three children, forced to remain at school during the holidays, go in search of adventure. What they find is a magic castle straight out of a fairy tale, complete with an enchanted princess at the center of a maze. Or is it? The castle turns out to be just a country estate, and the princess is only the housekeeper's niece, playing at dressing up. But the magic ring she shows them proves -- to her surprise and horror -- to really be magic. Soon they are caught in an adventure where statues come alive, lost lovers are reunited, and wishes can be granted -- but always for a price. (Summary by Peter Eastman)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-castle-by-e-nesbit/ |
three children forced remain school holidays go search adventure find magic castle straight fairy tale complete enchanted princess center maze it castle turns country estate princess housekeeper s niece playing dressing up magic ring shows proves surprise horror really magic soon caught adventure statues come alive lost lovers reunited wishes granted always price summary peter eastman p |
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712 |
Concept of Nature |
Alfred North Whitehead |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Science |
In <i>The Concept of Nature</i>, Alfred North Whitehead discusses the interrelatedness of time, space, and human perception.<BR />The idea of objects as 'occasions of experience', arguments against body-mind duality and the search for an all-encompassing 'philosophy of nature' are examined, with specific reference to contemporary (Einstein, with whose theory of relativity he has some complaints) and ancient (Plato, Aristotle) approaches. (Summary by mb)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-concept-of-nature-by-alfred-north-whitehead/ |
i the concept nature i alfred north whitehead discusses interrelatedness time space human perception br the idea objects occasions experience arguments body mind duality search all encompassing philosophy nature examined specific reference contemporary einstein whose theory relativity complaints ancient plato aristotle approaches summary mb p |
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570 |
713 |
Police Operation |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>H. Beam Piper (1904–1964) was an American science fiction author. He wrote many short stories and several novels. He is best known for his extensive Terro-Human Future History series of stories and a shorter series of "Paratime" alternate history tales. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/police-operation-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p h beam piper 1904 1964 american science fiction author wrote many short stories several novels best known extensive terro human future history series stories shorter series paratime alternate history tales summary wikipedia p |
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571 |
714 |
Around the World in Eighty Days |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<i>Around the World in Eighty Days</i> (French: <i>Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours</i>) is a classic adventure novel by the French writer Jules Verne, first published in 1873. In the story, Phileas Fogg of London and his newly-employed French valet Passepartout attempt to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-80-days-by-jules-verne/ |
i around world eighty days i french i le tour du monde en quatre vingts jours i classic adventure novel french writer jules verne first published 1873 story phileas fogg london newly employed french valet passepartout attempt circumnavigate world 80 days 20 000 wager set friends reform club summary wikipedia p |
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607 |
773 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 2, Chapter 08) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
In this chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay’s History of England we see conflict between James II and his subjects. James is Catholic but rules a Protestant country. There are some serious stand-offs with colleges at Oxford and Cambridge plus conflict with the London clergy. – Summary by Jim Mowatt<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/histofengland02ch08/ |
chapter thomas babington macaulay s history england see conflict james ii subjects james catholic rules protestant country serious stand offs colleges oxford cambridge plus conflict london clergy summary jim mowatt p |
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572 |
719 |
Reise durch England und Schottland |
Johanna Schopenhauer |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>1819 gerät das Handelshaus, bei dem Johanna Schopenhauer ihr ganzes Geld angelegt hat, in Zahlungsschwierigkeiten. Beim anschließenden Vergleich verliert sie 70% ihres Vermögens. Ihr Sohn Arthur (der Philosoph), der sich vorher den Anteil am väterlichen Erbe auszahlen ließ, verweigert die Unterstützung. Sie muss sich jetzt selbst um ihre Einkünfte sorgen. Lange Reisen wie die nach England sind ihr nicht mehr möglich. Ihre Schriftstellerei wird zu einer wichtigen Einkommensquelle. Sie veröffentlicht Reiseerzählungen, Romane und Novellen. (Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/reise-durch-england-by-johanna-schopenhauer/ |
p 1819 gerät das handelshaus bei dem johanna schopenhauer ihr ganzes geld angelegt hat zahlungsschwierigkeiten beim anschließenden vergleich verliert sie 70 ihres vermögens ihr sohn arthur der philosoph der sich vorher den anteil väterlichen erbe auszahlen ließ verweigert die unterstützung sie muss sich jetzt selbst um ihre einkünfte sorgen lange reisen wie die nach england sind ihr nicht mehr möglich ihre schriftstellerei wird zu einer wichtigen einkommensquelle sie veröffentlicht reiseerzählungen romane und novellen zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
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573 |
720 |
Pygmalion |
George Bernard Shaw |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>Pygmalion</i> (1913) is a play by George Bernard Shaw based on the Greek myth of the same name. It tells the story of Henry Higgins, a professor of phonetics (based on phonetician Henry Sweet), who makes a bet with his friend Colonel Pickering that he can successfully pass off a Cockney flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, as a refined society lady by teaching her how to speak with an upper class accent and training her in etiquette. In the process, Higgins and Doolittle grow close, but she ultimately rejects his domineering ways and declares she will marry Freddy Eynsford-Hill – a young, poor, gentleman. - The play was later the basis for the successful movie adaptation "My Fair Lady" with Audrey Hepburn as Eliza and Rex Harrison as Prof. Higgins. (Summary by Wikipedia/Gesine)</p>\n\n<b>Cast list:</b><br>\nNarrator – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a> & <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/188">Mary Anderson</a><br>\nThe Daughter / Miss Clara Eynsford Hill – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/937">Susie G.</a><br>\nThe Mother / Mrs Eynsford Hill – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a><br>\nA Bystander – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nFreddy Eynsford Hill – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/348">ianish</a><br>\nThe Flower Girl / Liza Doolittle – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br>\nA Gentleman / Captain Pickering – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/31">Martin Clifton</a><br>\nThe Note Taker / Professor Henry Higgins – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/66">Alex Foster</a><br>\nA Sarcastic Bystander – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nMrs Pearce – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/112">Christiane Levesque</a><br>\nAlfred Doolittle – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a><br>\nMrs Higgins – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><br>\nParlour-Maid – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Linda Wilcox</a><br>\n\nDirector/File editor – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/pygmalion-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
p i pygmalion i 1913 play george bernard shaw based greek myth name tells story henry higgins professor phonetics based phonetician henry sweet makes bet friend colonel pickering successfully pass cockney flower girl eliza doolittle refined society lady teaching speak upper class accent training etiquette process higgins doolittle grow close ultimately rejects domineering ways declares marry freddy eynsford hill young poor gentleman play later basis successful movie adaptation my fair lady audrey hepburn eliza rex harrison prof higgins summary wikipedia gesine p b cast list b br narrator a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a a href http librivox org reader 188 mary anderson a br daughter miss clara eynsford hill a href http librivox org reader 937 susie g a br mother mrs eynsford hill a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a br bystander a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br freddy eynsford hill a href http librivox org reader 348 ianish a br flower girl liza doolittle a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br gentleman captain pickering a href http librivox org reader 31 martin clifton a br note taker professor henry higgins a href http librivox org reader 66 alex foster a br sarcastic bystander a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br mrs pearce a href http librivox org reader 112 christiane levesque a br alfred doolittle a href http librivox org reader 94 david barnes a br mrs higgins a href http librivox org reader 1154 larysa jaworski a br parlour maid a href http librivox org reader 167 linda wilcox a br director file editor a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br |
| 589 |
574 |
721 |
Arthurian Miscellany |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction |
A collection of works that explore the rich and evocative legend of King Arthur. The exploits of Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table have been a staple of British literature through the centuries, drawing together themes of pagan wizardry, the search for the Holy Grail, chivalry and of course romance. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/an-arthurian-miscellany/ |
collection works explore rich evocative legend king arthur exploits arthur knights round table staple british literature centuries drawing together themes pagan wizardry search holy grail chivalry course romance p |
| 590 |
575 |
722 |
War and Peace, Book 01: 1805 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n<p>War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\nNote: The novel is split in 15 books. This is the recording of book one, which covers the events in the year 1805. <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-01-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p note novel split 15 books recording book one covers events year 1805 p |
| 591 |
576 |
723 |
Buch der Lieder |
Heinrich Heine |
Single author |
Nicht ohne Befangenheit übergebe ich der Lesewelt den erneueten Abdruck dieses Buches. Es hat mir die größte Überwindung gekostet, ich habe fast ein ganzes Jahr gezaudert, ehe ich mich zur flüchtigen Durchsicht desselben entschließen konnte. Bei seinem Anblick erwachte in mir all jenes Unbehagen, das mir einst vor zehn Jahren, bei der ersten Publikation, die Seele beklemmte. Verstehen wird diese Empfindung nur der Dichter oder Dichterling, der seine ersten Gedichte gedruckt sah. Erste Gedichte! Sie müssen auf nachlässigen, verblichenen Blättern geschrieben sein, dazwischen, hie und da, müssen welke Blumen liegen, oder eine blonde Locke, oder ein verfärbtes Stückchen Band, und an mancher Stelle muß noch die Spur einer Träne sichtbar sein... Erste Gedichte aber, die gedruckt sind, grell schwarz gedruckt auf entsetzlich glattem Papier, diese haben ihren süßesten, jungfräulichsten Reiz verloren und erregen bei dem Verfasser einen schauerlichen Mißmut. (Heinrich Heine im Vorwort zur zweiten Auflage) <p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/buch-der-lieder-by-heinrich-heine/ |
nicht ohne befangenheit übergebe ich der lesewelt den erneueten abdruck dieses buches es hat mir die größte überwindung gekostet ich habe fast ein ganzes jahr gezaudert ehe ich mich zur flüchtigen durchsicht desselben entschließen konnte bei seinem anblick erwachte mir jenes unbehagen das mir einst vor zehn jahren bei der ersten publikation die seele beklemmte verstehen wird diese empfindung nur der dichter oder dichterling der seine ersten gedichte gedruckt sah erste gedichte sie müssen auf nachlässigen verblichenen blättern geschrieben sein dazwischen hie und da müssen welke blumen liegen oder eine blonde locke oder ein verfärbtes stückchen band und mancher stelle muß noch die spur einer träne sichtbar sein erste gedichte aber die gedruckt sind grell schwarz gedruckt auf entsetzlich glattem papier diese haben ihren süßesten jungfräulichsten reiz verloren und erregen bei dem verfasser einen schauerlichen mißmut heinrich heine im vorwort zur zweiten auflage p |
| 592 |
577 |
724 |
Death of Ivan Ilyitch |
Leo Tolstoy |
Literary Fiction |
<i>The Death of Ivan Ilyitch</i> is the story of a socially ambitious middle-aged judge who contracts an unexplained and untreatable illness. As Ivan Ilyitch is forced to face the death he fears, he asks himself whether the life he thought was so correct was, in fact, a moral life after all. Written after Tolstoy's religious conversion, the novella is widely considered to be one of his masterpieces. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-of-ivan-ilyitch-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
i the death ivan ilyitch i story socially ambitious middle aged judge contracts unexplained untreatable illness ivan ilyitch forced face death fears asks whether life thought correct was fact moral life all written tolstoy s religious conversion novella widely considered one masterpieces summary laurie anne walden p |
| 593 |
608 |
774 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 2, Chapter 09) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is chapter 9 of Thomas Babington Macaulay’s History of England from the accession of James II. This chapter covers part of the invasion of England by William, the Dutch Stadtholder, later William III of England.<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/histofengland09/ |
chapter 9 thomas babington macaulay s history england accession james ii chapter covers part invasion england william dutch stadtholder later william iii england p |
| 594 |
578 |
725 |
Trimmed Lamp: and other Stories of the Four Million |
O. Henry |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Born in 1862 and died in 1910, O. Henry’s birth name is William Sydney Porter; however, he adopted the pen name O. Henry while in prison. He published 10 collections and over 600 short stories during his lifetime.<p><i>The Trimmed Lamp</i> follows <a href="http://librivox.org/the-four-million-by-o-henry/">The Four Million</a> and provides another series of short stories that take place in New York City in the early years of the 20th century and are representative of the surprise endings that popularized O. Henry’s work. They also capture his use of coincidence or chance to create humor in the story. O Henry wrote about ordinary people in everyday circumstances. He is quoted as once saying, “There are stories in everything. I’ve got some of my best yarns from park benches, lampposts and newspaper stands.”<p>I hope you enjoy the following readings as much as I enjoyed recording them.<p>(Summary by Marian Brown) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-trimmed-lamp-by-o-henry/ |
p born 1862 died 1910 o henry s birth name william sydney porter however adopted pen name o henry prison published 10 collections 600 short stories lifetime p i the trimmed lamp i follows a href http librivox org the four million by o henry the four million a provides another series short stories take place new york city early years 20th century representative surprise endings popularized o henry s work also capture use coincidence chance create humor story henry wrote ordinary people everyday circumstances quoted saying there stories everything i ve got best yarns park benches lampposts newspaper stands p i hope enjoy following readings much enjoyed recording them p summary marian brown |
| 595 |
579 |
726 |
What Katy Did |
Susan Coolidge |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
What Katy Did is a children's book written by Susan Coolidge, the pen name of Sarah Chauncey Woolsey. It follows the adventures of Katy Carr and her family, growing up in America in the 1860s. Katy is a tall untidy tomboy, forever getting into scrapes but wishing to be beautiful and beloved. When a terrible accident makes her an invalid, her illness and recovery gradually teach her to be as good and kind as she has always wanted. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\n |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-by-susan-coolidge/ |
katy children s book written susan coolidge pen name sarah chauncey woolsey follows adventures katy carr family growing america 1860s katy tall untidy tomboy forever getting scrapes wishing beautiful beloved terrible accident makes invalid illness recovery gradually teach good kind always wanted summary wikipedia p |
| 596 |
580 |
727 |
Souls of Black Folk |
W. E. B. Du Bois |
*Non-fiction, History , Music |
<p><i>The Souls of Black Folk</i> is a well-known work of African-American literature by activist W.E.B. Du Bois. The book, published in 1903, contains several essays on race, some of which had been previously published in <i>Atlantic Monthly</i> magazine. Du Bois drew from his own experiences to develop this groundbreaking work on being African-American in American society. Outside of its notable place in African-American history, <i>The Souls of Black Folk</i> also holds an important place in social science as one of the first works to deal with sociology. (Summary from <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Souls_of_Black_Folk">Wikipedia.org</a>) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/souls-of-black-folks-by-web-du-bois/ |
p i the souls black folk i well known work african american literature activist w e b du bois book published 1903 contains several essays race previously published i atlantic monthly i magazine du bois drew experiences develop groundbreaking work african american american society outside notable place african american history i the souls black folk i also holds important place social science one first works deal sociology summary a href http en wikipedia org wiki the_souls_of_black_folk wikipedia org a |
| 597 |
581 |
739 |
Götzendämmerung |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Contemporary, Atheism & Agnosticism |
<p>Diese kleine Schrift ist eine grosse Kriegserklärung; und was das Aushorchen von Götzen anbetrifft, so sind es dies Mal keine Zeitgötzen, sondern ewige Götzen, an die hier mit dem Hammer wie mit einer Stimmgabel gerührt wird, - es giebt überhaupt keine älteren, keine überzeugteren, keine aufgeblaseneren Götzen... Auch keine hohleren... Das hindert nicht, dass sie die geglaubtesten sind; auch sagt man, zumal im vornehmsten Falle, durchaus nicht Götze...\n(aus Friedrich Nietzsches Vorwort zur Gützendämmerung)</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/gotzendammerung-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
p diese kleine schrift ist eine grosse kriegserklärung und das aushorchen von götzen anbetrifft sind es dies mal keine zeitgötzen sondern ewige götzen die hier mit dem hammer wie mit einer stimmgabel gerührt wird es giebt überhaupt keine älteren keine überzeugteren keine aufgeblaseneren götzen auch keine hohleren das hindert nicht dass sie die geglaubtesten sind auch sagt man zumal im vornehmsten falle durchaus nicht götze aus friedrich nietzsches vorwort zur gützendämmerung p |
| 598 |
582 |
740 |
Master Key |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
The Master Key was one of Baum's earliest full length fantasy books for children, published in 1901 just one year after The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The protagonist, Rob, while experimenting in his workshop, accidentally summons up an electrical fairy who presents him with electrical devices so advanced as to seem magical. His gifts include a flying contraption, a stun gun, and something resembling an omniscient portable TV set. Rob travels the world, rendering assistance to European heads of state and narrowly escaping disaster at the hands of “primitive” cannibals, Turks and Tatars, pirates, and evil scientists who try to steal his inventions. It's great fun, despite the occasional use of racial stereotypes that reflect the values of its time.<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-key-by-l-frank-baum/ |
master key one baum s earliest full length fantasy books children published 1901 one year wonderful wizard oz protagonist rob experimenting workshop accidentally summons electrical fairy presents electrical devices advanced seem magical gifts include flying contraption stun gun something resembling omniscient portable tv set rob travels world rendering assistance european heads state narrowly escaping disaster hands primitive cannibals turks tatars pirates evil scientists try steal inventions great fun despite occasional use racial stereotypes reflect values time p |
| 599 |
589 |
751 |
Concerning Cats: My Own and Some Others |
Helen M. Winslow |
Animals |
<p>"I have known, and loved, and studied many cats, but my knowledge of her (Pretty Lady, a cat) alone would convince me that cats love people--in their dignified, reserved way, and when they feel that their love is not wasted; that they reason, and that they seldom act from impulse."<br/><br/>\n\nThe thoughts of Helen Winslow, a thoughtful and articulate cat friend, about the cats in her life. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-cats-by-helen-m-winslow/ |
p i known loved studied many cats knowledge pretty lady cat alone would convince cats love people in dignified reserved way feel love wasted reason seldom act impulse br br thoughts helen winslow thoughtful articulate cat friend cats life summary karen merline p |
| 600 |
583 |
742 |
Nyckfull kvinna del 1 – Den Obundna flickan |
Emilie Flygare-Carlén |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />Emilie Flygare-Carlén var under 1800-talet en av Sveriges mest populära och lästa författare.<br/>En Nyckfull kvinna, som gavs ut i fyra delar, har den unga Edith Sternfelt som centralgestalt. Hon är på ytan en mycket självmedveten, självsäker och nyckfull kvinna, men bär samtidigt på en stor osäkerhet. I första delen, Den obundna flickan, presenteras läsaren/lyssnaren för en rad personer som har viktiga roller på olika sätt. Av dessa är ”farbror Janne”, Ediths döde fars bror, en framträdande person. Han kallar sig ”en man av ränseln” och trivs bäst när han får göra strövtåg genom landet i sällskap med sin lille kortväxte följeslagare Primus. Janne är en både ömsint och vis man, och har ett gott öga till sin brosrdotter, som står hans hjärta nära, även om han är oroad över hennes nyckfullhet. Modern, hovrättsrådinnan, änka och ägare till det stora bruket Dagby i Värmland, styr med fast, och ibland något despotisk, hand sina underlydande, och försöker även styra sin äldsta dotter. Hon är är både oroad och förtretad över hur Edith avvisat en lång rad friare, och planerar, utan Ediths vetskap, att presentera henne för en lämplig kandidat, en greve. Samtidigt pågår en konflikt i Ediths inre. Hon dras alltmer till den nye unge bruksförvaltaren, herr Helmer, något hon försöker att förneka för sig själv och omvärlden, genom att vara högdragen och nedlåtande mot honom. Kring dessa rör sig också en rad andra personer som kommer att påverka varandra och den fortsatta historien. (Sammanfattning: Lars Rolander)<br /><br />\n\n<a href="http://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-2-fastmon-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/">En nyckfull kvinna - del 2 - Fästmön</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-3-hustrun-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/">En nyckfull kvinna - del 3 - Hustrun</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-4-modern-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/">En nyckull kvinna - del 4 - Modern</a><br /><br />\n |
Swedish |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-1-den-obundna-flickan-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/ |
br emilie flygare carlén var 1800 talet en av sveriges mest populära och lästa författare br en nyckfull kvinna som gavs ut fyra delar har den unga edith sternfelt som centralgestalt hon är på ytan en mycket självmedveten självsäker och nyckfull kvinna men bär samtidigt på en stor osäkerhet första delen den obundna flickan presenteras läsaren lyssnaren för en rad personer som har viktiga roller på olika sätt av dessa är farbror janne ediths döde fars bror en framträdande person han kallar sig en man av ränseln och trivs bäst när han får göra strövtåg genom landet sällskap med sin lille kortväxte följeslagare primus janne är en både ömsint och vis man och har ett gott öga till sin brosrdotter som står hans hjärta nära även om han är oroad över hennes nyckfullhet modern hovrättsrådinnan änka och ägare till det stora bruket dagby värmland styr med fast och ibland något despotisk hand sina underlydande och försöker även styra sin äldsta dotter hon är är både oroad och förtretad över hur edith avvisat en lång rad friare och planerar utan ediths vetskap att presentera henne för en lämplig kandidat en greve samtidigt pågår en konflikt ediths inre hon dras alltmer till den nye unge bruksförvaltaren herr helmer något hon försöker att förneka för sig själv och omvärlden genom att vara högdragen och nedlåtande mot honom kring dessa rör sig också en rad andra personer som kommer att påverka varandra och den fortsatta historien sammanfattning lars rolander br br a href http librivox org en nyckfull kvinna del 2 fastmon by emilie flygare carlen en nyckfull kvinna del 2 fästmön a br a href http librivox org en nyckfull kvinna del 3 hustrun by emilie flygare carlen en nyckfull kvinna del 3 hustrun a br a href http librivox org en nyckfull kvinna del 4 modern by emilie flygare carlen en nyckull kvinna del 4 modern a br br |
| 601 |
584 |
743 |
Brothers Karamazov |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The Brothers Karamazov (Russian: Братья Карамазовы) is the final novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky, and is generally considered the culmination of his life's work. The book portrays a parricide in which each of a murdered man's sons share a varying degree of complicity. The Brothers Karamazov is a passionate philosophical novel that explores deep into the ethical debates of God, free will, and morality. It is a spiritual drama of moral struggles concerning faith, doubt, reason, and modern Russia. Since its publication, it has been acclaimed all over the world by thinkers as diverse as Sigmund Freud, Albert Einstein, and Pope Benedict XVI as one of the supreme achievements in literature. \n(Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-brothers-karamazov-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
brothers karamazov russian братья карамазовы final novel russian author fyodor dostoevsky generally considered culmination life s work book portrays parricide murdered man s sons share varying degree complicity brothers karamazov passionate philosophical novel explores deep ethical debates god free will morality spiritual drama moral struggles concerning faith doubt reason modern russia since publication acclaimed world thinkers diverse sigmund freud albert einstein pope benedict xvi one supreme achievements literature summary wikipedia p |
| 602 |
585 |
744 |
Essays of Francis Bacon |
Francis Bacon |
Essays |
<p>Voltaire was an atheist. Diderot was Enlightened. But trite titles seldom encompass completely the beliefs of any individual. And this one fact is certainly true when dealing with Sir Francis Bacon.The youngest son of Sir Nicholas Bacon, Francis was born in Strand, London, on Jan. 22, 1561. He went to Trinity College at Cambridge. He was elected to Parliament; he was Queen’s Counsel; he even became Attorney General before finally gaining the position of Lord Chancellor.But as do the careers of so many politicians, in 1621 his political career ended in disgrace.And yet, for all of this, both Diderot and Voltaire considered him “the father of modern science.” Others consider him only the father of the “scientific method.” (That process of collecting and organizing data.) Bacon’s “The Essays,” to which we now turn our attention, are–if they are nothing else–a delightful collection in decided disarray. That is, they seem to take no true progression. But an essay is not meant to be a treatise. And for all that, these essays are still a pleasure to read.Encompassing a broad field of interest, their largesse denotes the broad learning of this brilliant philosopher. It is therefore our sincere hope that the reader will, themselves, encompass these Essays. More importantly, we hope you enjoy them. (Summary by Carl Vonnoh, III)</p> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/the-essays-of-francis-bacon/ |
p voltaire atheist diderot enlightened trite titles seldom encompass completely beliefs individual one fact certainly true dealing sir francis bacon the youngest son sir nicholas bacon francis born strand london jan 22 1561 went trinity college cambridge elected parliament queen s counsel even became attorney general finally gaining position lord chancellor but careers many politicians 1621 political career ended disgrace and yet this diderot voltaire considered the father modern science others consider father scientific method that process collecting organizing data bacon s the essays turn attention are if nothing else a delightful collection decided disarray is seem take true progression essay meant treatise that essays still pleasure read encompassing broad field interest largesse denotes broad learning brilliant philosopher therefore sincere hope reader will themselves encompass essays importantly hope enjoy them summary carl vonnoh iii p |
| 603 |
586 |
745 |
God and the State |
Mikhail Bakunin |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<p>Bakunin's most famous work, published in various lengths, this version is the most complete form of the work published hitherto.</p>\n<p>Originally titled "Dieu et l'état", Bakunin intended it to be part of the second portion to a larger work named "The Knouto-Germanic Empire and the Social Revolution" (Knouto-Germanic Empire is in reference to a treaty betwixt Russia and Germany at the time), but the work was never completed. (from book introduction) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/god-and-the-state-by-mikhail-bakunin/ |
p bakunin s famous work published various lengths version complete form work published hitherto p p originally titled dieu et l état bakunin intended part second portion larger work named the knouto germanic empire social revolution knouto germanic empire reference treaty betwixt russia germany time work never completed from book introduction p |
| 604 |
587 |
746 |
Badge of Infamy |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
<p>Daniel Feldman was a doctor once. He made the mistake of saving a friend's life in violation of Medical Lobby rules. Now, he's a pariah, shunned by all, forbidden to touch another patient. But things are more loose on Mars. There, Doc Feldman is welcomed by the colonists, even as he's hunted by the authorities. But, when he discovers a Martian plague may soon wipe out humanity on two planets, Feldman finds himself a pivotal figure. War erupts. Earth is poised to wipe out the Mars colony utterly. A cure to the plague is the price of peace, and only Feldman can find it. (summary by Steven H. Wilson)</p> |
English |
1973 |
https://librivox.org/badge-of-infamy-by-lester-del-rey |
p daniel feldman doctor once made mistake saving friend s life violation medical lobby rules now he s pariah shunned all forbidden touch another patient things loose mars there doc feldman welcomed colonists even he s hunted authorities but discovers martian plague may soon wipe humanity two planets feldman finds pivotal figure war erupts earth poised wipe mars colony utterly cure plague price peace feldman find it summary steven h wilson p |
| 605 |
588 |
747 |
Peter Pan (version 2) |
J. M. Barrie |
Action & Adventure |
<p>In both the play and the novel, Peter often visits the "real world" of London to listen in on bedtime stories told by Mary Darling to her children. One night, Peter is spotted, and while trying to escape, he loses his shadow. On returning to claim his shadow, he wakes Mary's daughter, Wendy Darling. When Wendy succeeds in re-attaching his shadow to him, Peter takes a fancy to her and invites her to Neverland to be a mother to his gang of Lost Boys, the children who are lost in Kensington Gardens. Wendy agrees, and her brothers John and Michael go along. The dangerous and magical flight to Neverland is followed by many adventures. \n<BR><BR>\n<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_and_Wendy#Copyright_status">Information about copyright status.</a> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/peter-pan-version-2/ |
p in play novel peter often visits real world london listen bedtime stories told mary darling children one night peter spotted trying escape loses shadow returning claim shadow wakes mary s daughter wendy darling wendy succeeds re attaching shadow him peter takes fancy invites neverland mother gang lost boys children lost kensington gardens wendy agrees brothers john michael go along dangerous magical flight neverland followed many adventures br br a href http en wikipedia org wiki peter_and_wendy copyright_status information copyright status a |
| 606 |
590 |
752 |
Ozma of Oz (Version 2) (Dramatic Reading) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
<i>Ozma of Oz</i> was the third title in the Oz series by L. Frank Baum. In this book Dorothy is shipwrecked and lands on the shores of a fairy country that adjoins Oz, the land of Ev. There she meets Tiktok, a wind-up mechanical man; a talking chicken, Billina; and Ozma, the girl ruler of Oz who is leading a quest to rescue the royal family of Ev from their captivity by the Nome King. Dorothy is also reunited with her old friends, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion. Together the adventurers travel to the Nome King’s underground kingdom and have many exciting adventures before returning to Oz, and for Dorothy, eventual return to her family in the “civilized” world. (Summary by Judy Bieber)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrators: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/335">Paul Harvey</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3012">staticstasy</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>, \n <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3830">rymd80</a>, & <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Dorothy Gale: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Billina the Chicken, Sawhorse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>Wheelers, Leader of the Wheelers, Big Red Colonel, Hungry Tiger, The Nome King: <a href="http://wulongti.com/blog/">Christian Brock</a><br>TikTok the Machine Man, General 1: <a href="http://www.techsmiths.blogspot.com/">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Nanda the Maid & Glinda: <a href="http://www.raeganpayne.com/">Raegan Payne</a><br>Princess Langdiwere & Queen of Ev: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Scarecrow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br>Ozma of Oz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3012">staticstasy</a><br>Tin Woodman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Cowardly Lion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2588">Padraig O'hIceadha</a><br>General 2, Private Omby Amby, Nome Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4130">Matt L Speer</a><br>Captain, Chief Steward, Major, Uncle Henry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Prince Evring: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a><br>Jinjur & Jellia Jamb: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4156">Caroline Shapiro</a><br>General 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6032">Beverly Scott</a><br/><br/>\nEditors: Jennifer Stearns & TriciaG <br/>Meta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Jc Guan & TriciaG<br/><br/> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ozma-of-oz-dramatic-reading-by-l-frank-baum/ |
i ozma oz i third title oz series l frank baum book dorothy shipwrecked lands shores fairy country adjoins oz land ev meets tiktok wind up mechanical man talking chicken billina ozma girl ruler oz leading quest rescue royal family ev captivity nome king dorothy also reunited old friends scarecrow tin woodman cowardly lion together adventurers travel nome king s underground kingdom many exciting adventures returning oz dorothy eventual return family civilized world summary judy bieber br br strong cast strong br p narrators a href http librivox org reader 335 paul harvey a a href http librivox org reader 3012 staticstasy a a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href http librivox org reader 3830 rymd80 a a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br dorothy gale a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br billina chicken sawhorse a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br wheelers leader wheelers big red colonel hungry tiger nome king a href http wulongti com blog christian brock a br tiktok machine man general 1 a href http www techsmiths blogspot com mark f smith a br nanda maid glinda a href http www raeganpayne com raegan payne a br princess langdiwere queen ev a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br scarecrow a href http librivox org reader 2045 david o connell a br ozma oz a href http librivox org reader 3012 staticstasy a br tin woodman a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br cowardly lion a href http librivox org reader 2588 padraig o hiceadha a br general 2 private omby amby nome captain a href http librivox org reader 4130 matt l speer a br captain chief steward major uncle henry a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br prince evring a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a br jinjur jellia jamb a href http librivox org reader 4156 caroline shapiro a br general 3 a href http librivox org reader 6032 beverly scott a br br editors jennifer stearns triciag br meta coordinator cataloging jc guan triciag br br |
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753 |
Moby Dick, or the Whale |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Few things, even in literature, can really be said to be unique — but Moby Dick is truly unlike anything written before or since. The novel is nominally about the obsessive hunt by the crazed Captain Ahab of the book’s eponymous white whale. But interspersed in that story are digressions, paradoxes, philosophical riffs on whaling and life, and a display of techniques so advanced for its time that some have referred to the 1851 Moby Dick as the first “modern” novel.\n(Summary by Stewart Wills)<p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/moby-dick-by-herman-melville |
things even literature really said unique moby dick truly unlike anything written since novel nominally obsessive hunt crazed captain ahab book s eponymous white whale interspersed story digressions paradoxes philosophical riffs whaling life display techniques advanced time referred 1851 moby dick first modern novel summary stewart wills p |
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592 |
754 |
Confessions (Outler translation) |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Christianity - Biographies |
Confessions (Latin: Confessiones) is the name of an autobiographical work, consisting of 13 books, by St. Augustine of Hippo, written between AD 397 and AD 398. Modern English translations of it are sometimes published under the title The Confessions of St. Augustine in order to distinguish the book from other books with similar titles, such as Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Confessions. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
confessions latin confessiones name autobiographical work consisting 13 books st augustine hippo written ad 397 ad 398 modern english translations sometimes published title confessions st augustine order distinguish book books similar titles jean jacques rousseau s confessions summary wikipedia p |
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593 |
755 |
Crime and Punishment |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Crime and Punishment focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Romanovich Raskolnikov, an impoverished St. Petersburg student who formulates and executes a plan to kill a hated, unscrupulous pawnbroker for her money, thereby solving his financial problems and at the same time, he argues, ridding the world of evil. Crime and Punishment is considered by many as the first of Dostoevsky's cycle of great novels, which would culminate with his last completed work, The Brothers Karamazov, shortly before his death. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p/> \n\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/crime-and-punishment-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p crime punishment focuses mental anguish moral dilemmas rodion romanovich raskolnikov impoverished st petersburg student formulates executes plan kill hated unscrupulous pawnbroker money thereby solving financial problems time argues ridding world evil crime punishment considered many first dostoevsky s cycle great novels would culminate last completed work brothers karamazov shortly death summary wikipedia p |
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756 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 001 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.<p>\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-001/ |
eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
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758 |
King Lear |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
King Lear is widely held as the greatest of Shakespeare's tragedies; to some, it is the greatest play ever written. King Lear abdicates the British throne, to divide his kingdom among his three daughters in proportion to their professed love of him. His plan misfires when Cordelia, his youngest and favourite daughter, refuses to flatter her father; she is disinherited and banished.<br><br>This LibriVox recording marks the 400th anniversary of the first performance of the play, on December 26th 1606. (Summary by David Barnes).\n<br><br><p><strong>Cast list</strong></a></li>\n<ul id="chapters"></a></li>\n<li>King Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a></li>\n<li>King of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a></li>\n<li>Duke of Burgundy, Messenger, Captain: <a href=" http://librivox.org/reader/770">Justin Barrett</a></li>\n<li>Duke of Cornwall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a></li>\n<li>Duke of Albany: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/14">Kristin LeMoine</a></li>\n<li>Earl of Kent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a></li>\n<li>Earl of Gloster: <a href="a href=">Julian Jamison</a></li>\n<li>Edgar, Son to Gloster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/827">Simon Taylor</a></li>\n<li>Edmund, Bastard Son to Gloster: <a href="a href=">John Gonzalez</a></li>\n<li>Curan, a Courtier: <a href="a href=">Karen Savage</a></li>\n<li>Old Man, Tenant to Gloster: <a href="a href=">CarlManchester</a></li>\n<li>Physician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/652">Scott Walter</a></li>\n<li>Fool: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/231">Sean McGaughey</a></li>\n<li>Oswald, steward to Goneril: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/622">Andrew Lebrun</a></li>\n<li>An Officer employed by Edmund: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a></li>\n<li>Gentleman, attendant on Cordelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a></li>\n<li>A Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a></li>\n<li>First Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/57">Ophelia Darcy</a></li>\n<li>Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a></li>\n<li>Third Servant, Third Knight: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a></li>\n<li>Goneril, daughter to Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/758">Rosalind Wills</a></li>\n<li>Regan, daughter to Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/77">JemmaBlythe</a></li>\n<li>Cordelia, daughter to Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a></li>\n<li>Stage directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a></li>\n<div class='blank'></div></a></li>\n<br>\n<p>**<i> LibriVox trivia….. This entire project was completed in just a week, from conception to delivery… A LibriVox record for a major dramatic work!</i> **</p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/king-lear-by-william-shakespeare/ |
king lear widely held greatest shakespeare s tragedies some greatest play ever written king lear abdicates british throne divide kingdom among three daughters proportion professed love him plan misfires cordelia youngest favourite daughter refuses flatter father disinherited banished br br this librivox recording marks 400th anniversary first performance play december 26th 1606 summary david barnes br br p strong cast list strong a li ul id chapters a li li king lear a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a li li king france a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a li li duke burgundy messenger captain a href http librivox org reader 770 justin barrett a li li duke cornwall a href http librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a li li duke albany a href http librivox org reader 14 kristin lemoine a li li earl kent a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a li li earl gloster a href a href julian jamison a li li edgar son gloster a href http librivox org reader 827 simon taylor a li li edmund bastard son gloster a href a href john gonzalez a li li curan courtier a href a href karen savage a li li old man tenant gloster a href a href carlmanchester a li li physician a href http librivox org reader 652 scott walter a li li fool a href http librivox org reader 231 sean mcgaughey a li li oswald steward goneril a href http librivox org reader 622 andrew lebrun a li li an officer employed edmund a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a li li gentleman attendant cordelia a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a li li a herald a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a li li first servant a href http librivox org reader 57 ophelia darcy a li li second servant a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a li li third servant third knight a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a li li goneril daughter lear a href http librivox org reader 758 rosalind wills a li li regan daughter lear a href http librivox org reader 77 jemmablythe a li li cordelia daughter lear a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a li li stage directions a href http librivox org reader 94 david barnes a li div class blank div a li br p i librivox trivia entire project completed week conception delivery librivox record major dramatic work i p |
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Mysteries of Udolpho |
Ann Radcliffe |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Considered a change agent in early Gothic romance; oft-referenced in later literary works or paid homage to by such authors as Jane Austen (influential novel ready by her heroine, Catherine Morland, in <i>Northanger Abbey</i>); Edgar Allen Poe (borrowed plot elements for the short story <i>The Oval Portrait</i>); and Sir Walter Scott. - In <i>The Mysteries of Udolpho</i>, one of the most famous and popular gothic novels of the eighteenth century, Ann Radcliffe took a new tack from her predecessors and portrayed her heroine's inner life, creating an atmosphere thick with fear, and providing a gripping plot that continues to thrill readers today. - <i>The Mysteries of Udolpho</i>, set in Europe in the year 1584, is the story of orphan Emily St. Aubert, who finds herself separated from the man she loves and confined within the medieval castle of her aunt's new husband, Montoni, after being forced to travel through France and Italy. Inside the castle, she must cope with an unwanted suitor, Montoni's threats, and the wild imaginings and terrors that threaten to overwhelm her. - The mysterious happenings in the story always have a natural and probable explanation because Radcliffe was a very rational person and did not believe in the supernatural. Radcliffe's strengths in writing were in describing scenery as well as suspense and terror. Many critics have called the work "dreamlike" and "suggestive of the cinematic technique of slow-motion." (Summary by Wikipedia/Michelle Crandall)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/mysteries-of-udolpho-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
p considered change agent early gothic romance oft referenced later literary works paid homage authors jane austen influential novel ready heroine catherine morland i northanger abbey i edgar allen poe borrowed plot elements short story i the oval portrait i sir walter scott i the mysteries udolpho i one famous popular gothic novels eighteenth century ann radcliffe took new tack predecessors portrayed heroine s inner life creating atmosphere thick fear providing gripping plot continues thrill readers today i the mysteries udolpho i set europe year 1584 story orphan emily st aubert finds separated man loves confined within medieval castle aunt s new husband montoni forced travel france italy inside castle must cope unwanted suitor montoni s threats wild imaginings terrors threaten overwhelm her mysterious happenings story always natural probable explanation radcliffe rational person believe supernatural radcliffe s strengths writing describing scenery well suspense terror many critics called work dreamlike suggestive cinematic technique slow motion summary wikipedia michelle crandall p |
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761 |
Candide |
Voltaire |
Fantastic Fiction |
Candide, ou l’Optimisme, (“Candide, or Optimism”) (1759) is a picaresque novel by the Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire. Voltaire never openly admitted to having written the controversial Candide; the work is signed with a pseudonym: “Monsieur le docteur Ralph”, literally “Mister Doctor Ralph.”Sardonic in outlook, it follows the naïve protagonist Candide from his first exposure to the precept that “all is for the best in this, the best of all possible worlds,” and on through a series of adventures that dramatically disprove that precept even as the protagonist clings to it.The novel satirizes naïve interpretations of the philosophy of Gottfried Leibniz and is a showcase of the horrors of the 18th century world. In Candide, Leibniz is represented by the philosopher Pangloss, the tutor of the title character. Despite a series of misfortunes and misadventures, which include being present at the Lisbon Earthquake, Pangloss continually asserts that “Tout est pour le mieux dans le meilleur des mondes possibles” (“All is for the best in the best of all possible worlds”). The novel ends with Candide finally rejecting the optimism espoused by Pangloss, saying, “Il faut cultiver notre jardin” (“It is necessary to cultivate our garden”). Summary from Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/candide01/ |
candide ou l optimisme candide optimism 1759 picaresque novel enlightenment philosopher voltaire voltaire never openly admitted written controversial candide work signed pseudonym monsieur le docteur ralph literally mister doctor ralph sardonic outlook follows naïve protagonist candide first exposure precept all best this best possible worlds series adventures dramatically disprove precept even protagonist clings it the novel satirizes naïve interpretations philosophy gottfried leibniz showcase horrors 18th century world candide leibniz represented philosopher pangloss tutor title character despite series misfortunes misadventures include present lisbon earthquake pangloss continually asserts tout est pour le mieux dans le meilleur des mondes possibles all best best possible worlds novel ends candide finally rejecting optimism espoused pangloss saying il faut cultiver notre jardin it necessary cultivate garden summary wikipedia p |
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762 |
Saint George for England |
G. A. Henty |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>A tale written for children in 1885.\nIt tells of a child of noble birth whose parents have fallen foul of the current royalty. He is placed in hiding and grows up with a bowyer and then apprenticed to an armourer just outside the gates of the City of London.\nHe becomes accomplished in arms and joins the campaign in France where we see the battles of Crecy and Poitiers through his eyes.\nA tale of heroism and 14th century viciousness.\nGreat fun.(summary by jimmowatt)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/st-george-for-england-by-g-a-henty/ |
p a tale written children 1885 tells child noble birth whose parents fallen foul current royalty placed hiding grows bowyer apprenticed armourer outside gates city london becomes accomplished arms joins campaign france see battles crecy poitiers eyes tale heroism 14th century viciousness great fun summary jimmowatt p |
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765 |
Horror Story Collection 001 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
An occasional collection of 10 horror stories by various readers. We aim to unsettle you a little, to cut through the pink cushion of illusion that shields you from the horrible realities of life. Here are the walking dead, the fetid pools of slime, the howls in the night that you thought you had confined to your more unpleasant dreams.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/horror_story_collection_001/ |
occasional collection 10 horror stories various readers aim unsettle little cut pink cushion illusion shields horrible realities life walking dead fetid pools slime howls night thought confined unpleasant dreams p |
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601 |
766 |
Ghost Story Collection 003 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-003/ |
collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded p |
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602 |
767 |
Anthem |
Ayn Rand |
Science Fiction |
<i>Anthem</i> is a dystopic science fiction story taking place at some unspecified future date. Mankind has entered another dark age as a result of what Rand saw as the weaknesses of socialistic thinking and economics. Technological advancement is now carefully planned (when it is allowed to occur, if at all) and the concept of individuality has been eliminated (for example, the word "I" has disappeared from the language). As is common in her work, Rand draws a clear distinction between the "socialist/communal" values of equality and brotherhood and the "productive/capitalist" values of achievement and individuality. The story also parallels Stalinist Russia, which was currently going on at the time as the story was published. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-by-ayn-rand/ |
i anthem i dystopic science fiction story taking place unspecified future date mankind entered another dark age result rand saw weaknesses socialistic thinking economics technological advancement carefully planned when allowed occur all concept individuality eliminated for example word i disappeared language common work rand draws clear distinction socialist communal values equality brotherhood productive capitalist values achievement individuality story also parallels stalinist russia currently going time story published summary wikipedia p |
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603 |
768 |
One-Act Play Collection 001 |
Various |
Plays |
Librivox’s One-Act Play Collection 001 includes one-act plays in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-001/ |
librivox s one act play collection 001 includes one act plays public domain read variety librivox members p |
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604 |
769 |
Herland |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman |
Fantastic Fiction |
<i>Herland</i> is a utopian novel from 1915, written by feminist Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The book describes an isolated society comprised entirely of Aryan women who reproduce via parthenogenesis (asexual reproduction). The result is an ideal social order, free of war, conflict and domination. It first appeared as a serial in Perkin's monthly magazine <i>Forerunner</i>. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/herland-by-charlotte-perkins-gilman/ |
i herland i utopian novel 1915 written feminist charlotte perkins gilman book describes isolated society comprised entirely aryan women reproduce via parthenogenesis asexual reproduction result ideal social order free war conflict domination first appeared serial perkin s monthly magazine i forerunner i summary wikipedia p |
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605 |
771 |
Historical Newspaper Articles, Volume 1 |
Various |
History , Literary Collections |
Public Domain newspaper articles in the US span a period of nearly two and a half centuries. Subjects, styles, period, publisher, and length vary greatly. This collection is a sampling of twenty such articles including one from the Journal de Paris. Although some of the works on the LibriVox catalog such as the Federalist Papers were published in newspapers, this is the first collection of newspaper articles. (Summary by James Smith).<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/historical-newspaper-articles-volume-1/ |
public domain newspaper articles us span period nearly two half centuries subjects styles period publisher length vary greatly collection sampling twenty articles including one journal de paris although works librivox catalog federalist papers published newspapers first collection newspaper articles summary james smith p |
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606 |
772 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 2, Chapter 07) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This chapter begins with a description of William, Prince of Orange – his early life, personality, and political policies. It goes on to describe, among other things, the Declaration of Indulgence, an early step towards establishing religious freedom in England, and the popular reaction to it.\n(Summary by Leon Mire)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-2-chapter-07-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
chapter begins description william prince orange early life personality political policies goes describe among things declaration indulgence early step towards establishing religious freedom england popular reaction it summary leon mire p |
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611 |
778 |
Lilac Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Andrew Lang's Fairy Books or Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Fairy Books are a twelve-book series of fairy tale collections. Although Andrew Lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources (who had collected them originally), made them an immensely influential collection, especially as he used foreign-language sources, giving many of these tales their first appearance in English. As acknowledged in the prefaces, although Lang himself made most of the selections, his wife and other translators did a large portion of the translating and telling of the actual stories. Many of them were illustrated by Henry J. Ford. Lancelot Speed also did some illustrations. (Summary from Wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-lilac-fairy-book-edited-by-andrew-lang/ |
p andrew lang s fairy books andrew lang s coloured fairy books twelve book series fairy tale collections although andrew lang collect stories oral tradition extent sources who collected originally made immensely influential collection especially used foreign language sources giving many tales first appearance english acknowledged prefaces although lang made selections wife translators large portion translating telling actual stories many illustrated henry j ford lancelot speed also illustrations summary wikipedia p |
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Studies in Pessimism |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Arthur Schopenhauer, an early 19th century philosopher, made significant contributions to metaphysics, ethics, and aesthetics. His work also informed theories of evolution and psychology, largely through his theory of the will to power – a concept which Nietzsche famously adopted and developed. Despite this, he is today, as he was during his life, overshadowed by his contemporary, Hegel. Schopenhauer's social/psychological views, put forth in this work and in others, are directly derived from his metaphysics, which was strongly influenced by Eastern thought. His pessimism forms an interesting and perhaps questionable contrast with his obvious joy in self-expression, both in the elegance of his prose and in his practice of playing the flute nightly.</p>\n\nHis brilliance, poetry, and crushing pessimism can be seen immediately in this work, as for example in this claim from the first chapter: "The pleasure in this world, it has been said, outweighs the pain; or, at any rate, there is an even balance between the two. If the reader wishes to see shortly whether this statement is true, let him compare the respective feelings of two animals, one of which is engaged in eating the other." We see also, in this work, his misogyny, as for example in his claim that "as lions are provided with claws and teeth, and elephants and boars with tusks, . . . so Nature has equipped woman, for her defence and protection, with the arts of dissimulation; and all the power which Nature has conferred upon man in the shape of physical strength and reason, has been bestowed upon women in this form." Given his opening comment, the translator, T.B. Saunders, seems to have been at least somewhat sympathetic to this perspective. - Summary by D.E. Wittkower</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/studies-in-pessimism-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
p arthur schopenhauer early 19th century philosopher made significant contributions metaphysics ethics aesthetics work also informed theories evolution psychology largely theory power concept nietzsche famously adopted developed despite this today life overshadowed contemporary hegel schopenhauer s social psychological views put forth work others directly derived metaphysics strongly influenced eastern thought pessimism forms interesting perhaps questionable contrast obvious joy self expression elegance prose practice playing flute nightly p brilliance poetry crushing pessimism seen immediately work example claim first chapter the pleasure world said outweighs pain or rate even balance two reader wishes see shortly whether statement true let compare respective feelings two animals one engaged eating other see also work misogyny example claim as lions provided claws teeth elephants boars tusks nature equipped woman defence protection arts dissimulation power nature conferred upon man shape physical strength reason bestowed upon women form given opening comment translator t b saunders seems least somewhat sympathetic perspective summary d e wittkower p |
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613 |
780 |
Enchanted April |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
General Fiction, Romance |
It’s a dreary February in post-World War I London when Mrs. Wilkins spots an advertisement in The Times for a small Italian castle for rent in April. She sees another member of her women’s club, Mrs. Arbuthnot, reading the same advertisement and manages to convince her that the two of them should rent it. Both are miserable and lonely in their marriages. They can’t afford the cost of the villa, San Salvatore, on their own and must advertise for two others, eventually recruiting an elderly widow named Mrs. Fisher, and Lady Caroline Dester, a beautiful young socialite desperate to escape from London and society. The four journey to Italy where San Salvatore works its magic separately on each of them, changing their lives in unexpected ways. (Summary by Diana Kiesners)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-april-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
it s dreary february post world war london mrs wilkins spots advertisement times small italian castle rent april sees another member women s club mrs arbuthnot reading advertisement manages convince two rent it miserable lonely marriages can t afford cost villa san salvatore must advertise two others eventually recruiting elderly widow named mrs fisher lady caroline dester beautiful young socialite desperate escape london society four journey italy san salvatore works magic separately them changing lives unexpected ways summary diana kiesners p |
| 625 |
614 |
781 |
Rewards and Fairies |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction |
Joseph Rudyard Kipling (December 30, 1865 – January 18, 1936) was an English author and poet, born in India, and best known today for his children’s books, including <u>The Jungle Book</u>, <u>Just So Stories</u>, and <u>Puck of Pook’s Hill</u>; his novel, <u>Kim</u>; his poems, including “Mandalay”, “Gunga Din”, and “If—”; and his many short stories, including “The Man Who Would Be King” and the collections <u>Life’s Handicap</u>, <u>The Day’s Work</u>, and <u>Plain Tales from the Hills</u>. He is regarded as a major “innovator in the art of the short story”; his children’s books are enduring classics of children’s literature; and his best work speaks to a versatile and luminous narrative gift.\n\n<p> Dan and Una met Puck last summer, in <u>Puck of Pook’s Hill</u>. This summer, they meet him again - and several individuals from different periods in history, who, while generally not famous themselves, tell their tales of meeting Queen Elizabeth, Francis Drake, George Washington, and other well-known historical figures. Sadly, Dan and Una forget these encounters as soon as they are over, but the reader can enjoy them for years to come! (Summary by Wikipedia and Catharine Eastman)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/rewards-and-fairies-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
joseph rudyard kipling december 30 1865 january 18 1936 english author poet born india best known today children s books including u the jungle book u u just stories u u puck pook s hill u novel u kim u poems including mandalay gunga din if many short stories including the man would king collections u life s handicap u u the day s work u u plain tales hills u regarded major innovator art short story children s books enduring classics children s literature best work speaks versatile luminous narrative gift p dan una met puck last summer u puck pook s hill u summer meet several individuals different periods history who generally famous themselves tell tales meeting queen elizabeth francis drake george washington well known historical figures sadly dan una forget encounters soon over reader enjoy years come summary wikipedia catharine eastman p |
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615 |
783 |
Mysterious Island |
Jules Verne |
Science Fiction |
<p>A story of castaways, similar to Robinson Crusoe and The Swiss Family Robinson, this book details the escape from Civil War-era Richmond, Virginia, of five Northern men who dared to go aloft in a balloon in the midst of a hurricane. Deposited on a lonely island in the Pacific, they make do with Yankee ingenuity where Chance has left them nothing. Only later do they find they have a hidden benefactor: Captain Nemo, of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, who resides, alone, secretly on the island. In time, the tiny colony becomes so prosperous that it is able to rescue another castaway from an island a hundred miles away. But all their work will come to naught - their island's volcano is about to awake!(Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-island-by-jules-verne/ |
p a story castaways similar robinson crusoe swiss family robinson book details escape civil war era richmond virginia five northern men dared go aloft balloon midst hurricane deposited lonely island pacific make yankee ingenuity chance left nothing later find hidden benefactor captain nemo 20 000 leagues sea resides alone secretly island time tiny colony becomes prosperous able rescue another castaway island hundred miles away work come naught island s volcano awake summary mark p |
| 627 |
616 |
784 |
Christmas Bells |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <em>Christmas Bells</em>, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 24th, 2006.<br /><br /> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-bells-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
br librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings em christmas bells em henry wadsworth longfellow weekly poetry project week december 24th 2006 br br |
| 628 |
719 |
917 |
Selected Poems of Robert Frost |
Robert Frost |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>Robert Frost, who lived from March 26, 1874 to January 29, 1963, was a winner of 4 Pulitzer prizes and one of America’s best loved poets. This selection of his poems is a short walk through the variety of his simplistic natural themes and complex social understandings. (Summary by Becky Miller, Canal Winchester, Ohio)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-robert-frost/ |
p robert frost lived march 26 1874 january 29 1963 winner 4 pulitzer prizes one america s best loved poets selection poems short walk variety simplistic natural themes complex social understandings summary becky miller canal winchester ohio p |
| 629 |
617 |
785 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 05 - Seigneurs of Old Canada: A Chronicle of New World Feudalism |
William Bennett Munro |
Early Modern |
It was during one of her proud and prosperous eras that France began her task of creating an empire beyond the Atlantic. At no time, indeed, was she better equipped for the work. No power of Western Europe since the days of Roman glory had possessed such facilities for conquering and governing new lands. If ever there was a land able and ready to take up the white man's burden it was the France of the seventeenth century.<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-seigneurs-of-old-canada-a-chronicle-of-new-world-feudalism/ |
one proud prosperous eras france began task creating empire beyond atlantic time indeed better equipped work power western europe since days roman glory possessed facilities conquering governing new lands ever land able ready take white man s burden france seventeenth century p |
| 630 |
618 |
786 |
Good Soldier |
Ford Madox Ford |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>The Good Soldier (1915) "... is set just before World War I and chronicles the tragedies of the lives of two seemingly perfect couples. The novel is told using a series of flashbacks in non-chronological order, a literary technique pioneered by Ford. It also makes use of the device of the unreliable narrator, as the main character gradually reveals a version of events that is quite different from what the introduction leads you to believe. The novel was loosely based on two incidents of adultery and on Ford's messy personal life.” (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\nMusic in sections 1-5 "Minuet in G flat major and Valse Bluette" by Beethoven.<br/><br/> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-good-soldier-by-ford-madox-ford/ |
p the good soldier 1915 set world war chronicles tragedies lives two seemingly perfect couples novel told using series flashbacks non chronological order literary technique pioneered ford also makes use device unreliable narrator main character gradually reveals version events quite different introduction leads believe novel loosely based two incidents adultery ford s messy personal life summary wikipedia p music sections 1 5 minuet g flat major valse bluette beethoven br br |
| 631 |
619 |
788 |
Middlemarch |
George Eliot |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The book examines the role of education in the lives of the characters and how such education and study has affected the characters. Rosamond Vincy's finishing school education is a foil to Dorothea Brooke's religiously-motivated quest for knowledge. Rosamond initially admires Lydgate for his exotic education, and his intellect. A similar dynamic is present in Dorothea and Casaubon's relationship, with Dorothea revering her new husband's intellect and eloquence. In both cases, however, the young wives' expectations of their husbands intellects are not reflected in reality.<br>\n\nDespite extreme erudition, Mr. Casaubon is afraid to publish because he believes that he must write a work that is utterly above criticism. In contrast, Lydgate at times arrogantly flaunts his knowledge, making enemies with his fellow physicians. He regards the residents of Middlemarch with a certain amount of contempt stemming from his belief that the townspeople are backwards and uninteresting. However, his education has not included tact and politicking, skills necessary in a small town but are seen by Lydgate as below him, the brilliant doctor. (summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/middlemarch-by-george-eliot/ |
book examines role education lives characters education study affected characters rosamond vincy s finishing school education foil dorothea brooke s religiously motivated quest knowledge rosamond initially admires lydgate exotic education intellect similar dynamic present dorothea casaubon s relationship dorothea revering new husband s intellect eloquence cases however young wives expectations husbands intellects reflected reality br despite extreme erudition mr casaubon afraid publish believes must write work utterly criticism contrast lydgate times arrogantly flaunts knowledge making enemies fellow physicians regards residents middlemarch certain amount contempt stemming belief townspeople backwards uninteresting however education included tact politicking skills necessary small town seen lydgate him brilliant doctor summary wikipedia |
| 632 |
620 |
792 |
Cosmic Computer |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
<p>Conn Maxwell returns from Terra to his poverty-stricken home planet of Poictesme, "The Junkyard Planet", with news of the possible location of Merlin, a military super-computer rumored to have been abandoned there after the last war. The inhabitants hope to find Merlin, which they think will be their ticket to wealth and prosperity. But is Merlin real, or just an old rumor? And if they find it will it save them, or tear them apart? (by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-cosmic-computer-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p conn maxwell returns terra poverty stricken home planet poictesme the junkyard planet news possible location merlin military super computer rumored abandoned last war inhabitants hope find merlin think ticket wealth prosperity merlin real old rumor find save them tear apart by mark nelson p |
| 633 |
621 |
793 |
Child's Garden of Verses |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
<br />Beloved by many generations of children, A Child's Garden of Verses is a beautiful collection of children's poetry. Sometimes thoughtful, sometimes whimsical, but always fun. (Summary by Arctura)<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-garden-of-verses-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
br beloved many generations children child s garden verses beautiful collection children s poetry sometimes thoughtful sometimes whimsical always fun summary arctura br br |
| 634 |
622 |
795 |
Onder Moeders Vleugels |
Louisa May Alcott |
Family |
<p>Vrolijk Amerikaans gezinsverhaal over de vier zusjes March die zo verschillend zijn en toch eendrachtig hun moeder helpen terwijl vader in de oorlog is. Nederlandse vertaling (ietwat gedateerd) van "Little Women". </P> |
Dutch |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/onder-moeders-vleugels/ |
p vrolijk amerikaans gezinsverhaal de vier zusjes march die zo verschillend zijn en toch eendrachtig hun moeder helpen terwijl vader de oorlog is nederlandse vertaling ietwat gedateerd van little women p |
| 635 |
623 |
797 |
Ring Out, Wild Bells |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers ring in the new year with nineteen recordings of <em>Ring Out, Wild Bells</em> by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 31st, 2006.<br /><br /> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/ring-out-wild-bells-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
br librivox volunteers ring new year nineteen recordings em ring out wild bells em alfred lord tennyson weekly poetry project week december 31st 2006 br br |
| 636 |
624 |
798 |
Idle Thoughts Of An Idle Fellow |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction |
<i>Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow</i>, published in 1886, is a collection of humorous essays by Jerome K. Jerome. It was the author’s second published book and helped establish him as a leading English humorist. The book consists of 14 independent articles arranged by themes. (Summary from Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/idle_thoughts_of_an_idle_fellow_by_jerome_k_jerome/ |
i idle thoughts idle fellow i published 1886 collection humorous essays jerome k jerome author s second published book helped establish leading english humorist book consists 14 independent articles arranged themes summary wikipedia p |
| 637 |
625 |
800 |
Mystery (LibriVox NaNoWriMo novel 2006) |
LibriVox volunteers |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The idea was to write a whole novel in the month of November, based on the guidelines of the <a href="http://www.nanowrimo.org/">National Novel Writing Month</a>. The twist is that there are up to 30 people writing together, instead of one toiling alone. Each writer signed up to do one section of 1,700+ words, in English. Plot and particulars were agreed before the start. Each writer also recorded his/her own chapter, which can be downloaded here. The resulting novel is in the public domain. (Summary by Gesine)<p> |
English |
2006 |
https://librivox.org/the-librivox-nanowrimo-novel-2006/ |
idea write whole novel month november based guidelines a href http www nanowrimo org national novel writing month a twist 30 people writing together instead one toiling alone writer signed one section 1 700 words english plot particulars agreed start writer also recorded his her chapter downloaded here resulting novel public domain summary gesine p |
| 638 |
626 |
801 |
Candide (version 2) |
Voltaire |
General Fiction |
<br /><em>Candide</em> is a relentless, brutal assault on government, society, religion, education, and, above all, optimism. Dr. Pangloss teaches his young students Candide and Cunegonde that everything in this world is for the best, a sentiment they cling to as the world steps in to teach them otherwise. The novel is brilliant, hilarious, blasphemous. . . and Voltaire never admitted to writing it.<br /><br /> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/candide-by-voltaire/ |
br em candide em relentless brutal assault government society religion education and all optimism dr pangloss teaches young students candide cunegonde everything world best sentiment cling world steps teach otherwise novel brilliant hilarious blasphemous voltaire never admitted writing it br br |
| 639 |
627 |
802 |
Handy Cyclopedia of Things Worth Knowing |
Joseph Trienens |
Modern (20th C) |
<p>Written in 1910, this "cyclopedia" is full of information that was quite useful at the time. A hundred years later, its text is more humorous than practical -- although some advice never goes out of style. (Summary by Rachelellen)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-handy-cyclopedia-of-things-worth-knowing-by-joseph-trienens/ |
p written 1910 cyclopedia full information quite useful time hundred years later text humorous practical although advice never goes style summary rachelellen p |
| 640 |
628 |
803 |
Democracy in America Vol. I |
Alexis de Tocqueville |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
When Tocqueville visited America in the 1830s he found a thriving democracy of a kind he had not seen anywhere else. Many of his insightful observations American society and political system, found in the two volume book he published after his visit, still remain surprisingly relevant today. (Summary by the Bookworm) <p> |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/democracy-in-america-vol-i-by-alexis-de-tocqueville/ |
tocqueville visited america 1830s found thriving democracy kind seen anywhere else many insightful observations american society political system found two volume book published visit still remain surprisingly relevant today summary bookworm p |
| 641 |
629 |
804 |
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, who first appeared in publication in 1887. He was devised by Scottish author and doctor Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A brilliant London-based detective, Holmes is famous for his prowess at using logic and astute observation to solve cases. He is perhaps the most famous fictional detective, and indeed one of the best known and most universally recognizable literary characters. Join Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes, in Holmes' fourth book. (summary from Wikipedia and TBOL3)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p sherlock holmes fictional detective late 19th early 20th centuries first appeared publication 1887 devised scottish author doctor sir arthur conan doyle brilliant london based detective holmes famous prowess using logic astute observation solve cases perhaps famous fictional detective indeed one best known universally recognizable literary characters join dr watson sherlock holmes holmes fourth book summary wikipedia tbol3 p |
| 642 |
630 |
805 |
Some Experiences of an Irish R.M. |
Martin Ross |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This is the first of three novels which Edith Somerville and her cousin Violet Martin wrote about the English Major Sinclair Yates who leaves the army to take up a position of Resident Magistrate in the West of Ireland in about 1895. The tales tell in a humorous way of his struggles with a new job, new culture, and with his landlord and neighbour Mr. ‘Flurry’ Knox whose prime, if not only, interest is in hunting, which forms the background to all the stories. Miss Somerville was herself the first woman anywhere to become an M.F.H.</p> <p>(Summary by A.J.M.)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/some-experiences-of-an-irish-rm-by-edith-oenone-somerville-and-martin-ross/ |
p this first three novels edith somerville cousin violet martin wrote english major sinclair yates leaves army take position resident magistrate west ireland 1895 tales tell humorous way struggles new job new culture landlord neighbour mr flurry knox whose prime only interest hunting forms background stories miss somerville first woman anywhere become m f h p p summary a j m p |
| 643 |
631 |
806 |
Short Poetry Collection 020 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 020: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-020/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 020 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 644 |
632 |
807 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 009 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 009: a collection of 20 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-009/ |
librivox s short story collection 009 collection 20 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 645 |
633 |
810 |
Legend Land Volume 1 & 2 |
Lyonesse |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Being a collection of some of the OLD TALES told in those Western Parts of Britain served by the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, now retold by LYONESSE" (from the subtitle; Lyonesse was the pseudonym for George Basil Barham).<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/legend-land-vol-1-2/ |
being collection old tales told western parts britain served great western railway retold lyonesse from subtitle lyonesse pseudonym george basil barham p |
| 646 |
634 |
812 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Tobias |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>Tobias is the 17th book of the Bible and one of the historical books in the Old Testament. In the text, Raphael, after revealing his angelic nature, commanded both father and son to tell all the wonders that God had done to them and write it in a book. It is likely that the parts of the book written in first person singular are an autobiography of Tobias the elder. It was written originally during the Babylonian Exile, in the early portion of the seventh century B.C.; and that all except the last chapter was the work of Tobias the elder and his son.</p><p>The story naturally divides itself into two parts: the fidelity of Tobias the elder and of Sara to the Lord; and the fidelity of the Lord to Tobias and to Sara through the ministrations of the angel Raphael. The chief purpose of the book is to show that God is faithful to those that are faithful to Him. Tobias the elder carries out God's will through prayer, almsgiving, and his works of mercy in burying the dead. Tobias (the son) and Sara follow God's word through their chastity and prayers.</p><p>(Summary by Sean McKinley)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-tobias-douay-rheims-version/ |
p tobias 17th book bible one historical books old testament text raphael revealing angelic nature commanded father son tell wonders god done write book likely parts book written first person singular autobiography tobias elder written originally babylonian exile early portion seventh century b c except last chapter work tobias elder son p p the story naturally divides two parts fidelity tobias elder sara lord fidelity lord tobias sara ministrations angel raphael chief purpose book show god faithful faithful him tobias elder carries god s prayer almsgiving works mercy burying dead tobias the son sara follow god s word chastity prayers p p summary sean mckinley p |
| 647 |
636 |
815 |
Coleção LibriVox de Contos Brasileiros 001 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Nesta coleção, a diversidade da literatura brasileira está representada em quinze contos, lidos com sotaques que também refletem a variedade da Língua Portuguesa.<P>LibriVox Collection of Brazilian Short Stories<BR>The diversity of Brazilian literature is represented through the fifteen short stories in this collection, read by voices that also reflect the diversity of the Portuguese language.</p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/colecao-librivox-de-contos-brasileiros-001/ |
nesta coleção diversidade da literatura brasileira está representada em quinze contos lidos com sotaques que também refletem variedade da língua portuguesa p librivox collection brazilian short stories br the diversity brazilian literature represented fifteen short stories collection read voices also reflect diversity portuguese language p |
| 648 |
637 |
816 |
Peter Pan |
J. M. Barrie |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Peter Pan is the well-loved story of three children and their adventures in Neverland with the boy who refuses to grow up. Swashbuckling, fairy dust, and flight; mermaid lagoons, ticking crocodiles, and Princess Tiger Lily; second to the right and then straight on till morning. You know the story... and if you don't, please start listening immediately! (summary by Meredith Hughes)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/peter-pan-by-j-m-barrie |
p peter pan well loved story three children adventures neverland boy refuses grow up swashbuckling fairy dust flight mermaid lagoons ticking crocodiles princess tiger lily second right straight till morning know story don t please start listening immediately summary meredith hughes p |
| 649 |
638 |
817 |
Time Machine |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Time Machine is a novel by H. G. Wells, first published in 1895, later made into two films of the same title. This novel is generally credited with the popularization of the concept of time travel using a vehicle that allows an operator to travel purposefully and selectively. (Summary from wikipedia.org)<br /><br /> Note: This audiobook contains readings of chapter 1 by two different readers. Variety is the spice of life.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-machine-by-hg-wells/ |
p the time machine novel h g wells first published 1895 later made two films title novel generally credited popularization concept time travel using vehicle allows operator travel purposefully selectively summary wikipedia org br br note audiobook contains readings chapter 1 two different readers variety spice life p |
| 650 |
639 |
818 |
Paradise Mystery |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A quiet cathedral town in England, full of gossips and people who are not quite who they seem to be, is the setting for this murder mystery. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-paradise-mystery-by-js-fletcher/ |
p a quiet cathedral town england full gossips people quite seem be setting murder mystery summary gesine p |
| 651 |
640 |
819 |
English Fairy Tales |
Joseph Jacobs |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A collection of traditional English fairy tales. (description by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/english-fairy-tales-collected-by-joseph-jacobs/ |
p a collection traditional english fairy tales description joy chan p |
| 652 |
641 |
821 |
Magi |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 different recordings of <em>The Magi</em>, by William Butler Yeats to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 7th, 2007.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-magi-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 different recordings em the magi em william butler yeats celebrate feast epiphany weekly poetry project week january 7th 2007 p |
| 653 |
642 |
822 |
Door Through Space |
Marion Zimmer Bradley |
Science Fiction |
<p>At one time Race Cargill had been the best Terran Intelligence agent on the complex and mysterious planet of Wolf. He had repeatedly imperiled his life amongst the half-human and non-human creatures of the sullen world. And he had repeatedly accomplished the fantastic missions until his name was emblazoned with glory.</p><p>But that had all seemingly ended. For six long years he'd sat behind a boring desk inside the fenced-in Terran Headquarters, cut off there ever since he and a rival had scarred and ripped each other in blood-feud.</p><p>But when THE DOOR THROUGH SPACE swung suddenly open, the feud was on again—and with it a plot designed to check and destroy the Terran Empire. (original book blurb)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/the-door-through-space-by-marion-zimmer-bradley/ |
p at one time race cargill best terran intelligence agent complex mysterious planet wolf repeatedly imperiled life amongst half human non human creatures sullen world repeatedly accomplished fantastic missions name emblazoned glory p p but seemingly ended six long years he d sat behind boring desk inside fenced in terran headquarters cut ever since rival scarred ripped blood feud p p but door space swung suddenly open feud again and plot designed check destroy terran empire original book blurb p |
| 654 |
643 |
823 |
West African Folk Tales |
William H. Barker |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A collection of folk tales mostly centred around Anansi. In West African lore Anansi is known as a trickster god, and is often depicted as either a spider, a human or a combination of both. Thus many of the stories are attempts by Anansi to trick others for his own gain. Other stories are about why certain animals act in certain ways. (Summary by Lizzie Driver)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/west-african-folk-tales-by-william-h-barker/ |
p a collection folk tales mostly centred around anansi west african lore anansi known trickster god often depicted either spider human combination both thus many stories attempts anansi trick others gain stories certain animals act certain ways summary lizzie driver p |
| 655 |
644 |
824 |
Story of the Middle Ages |
Samuel B. Harding |
Reference, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Intended for a youthful audience, <i>The Story of the Middle Ages</i>, published in 1906, tells the history of the Middle Ages in simple and entertaining fashion, and helps to explain the influence of the Middle Ages on modern times. Topics covered include the rise of the Christian church, Feudalism, Charlemagne, the Crusades, the Hundred Years' War, and the daily life of peasant, noble, and clergy. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-middle-ages-by-samuel-b-harding/ |
p intended youthful audience i the story middle ages i published 1906 tells history middle ages simple entertaining fashion helps explain influence middle ages modern times topics covered include rise christian church feudalism charlemagne crusades hundred years war daily life peasant noble clergy summary kara p |
| 656 |
645 |
825 |
Lectures on Landscape |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture |
A series of lectures on landscape painting delivered at Oxford in 1871, by artist, critic, and social commentator, John Ruskin. <p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/lectures-on-landscape-by-john-ruskin/ |
series lectures landscape painting delivered oxford 1871 artist critic social commentator john ruskin p |
| 657 |
2862 |
3242 |
Poems and Prose for the Departed Vol. 01 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of short poems and readings, both religious and secular, on death and bereavement. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poems-and-prose-for-the-departed-vol-01/ |
br this collection short poems readings religious secular death bereavement summary ruth golding br br |
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646 |
826 |
Master and Man |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
A land owner, Vasili Andreevich, takes along one of his peasants, Nikita, for a short journey to another town. He wishes to get to the town quickly 'for business'. They find themselves in the middle of a blizzard, but the master in his avarice wishes to press on. They eventually get lost off the road and they try to camp. The master's peasant soon finds himself about to die from hypothermia. The master leaves him on the horse to stubbornly try to find the road. When he returns, he attains a spiritual/moral revelation, and Tolstoy once again repeats one of his famous themes: that the only true happiness in life is found by living for others. (Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/master-and-man-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
land owner vasili andreevich takes along one peasants nikita short journey another town wishes get town quickly for business find middle blizzard master avarice wishes press on eventually get lost road try camp master s peasant soon finds die hypothermia master leaves horse stubbornly try find road returns attains spiritual moral revelation tolstoy repeats one famous themes true happiness life found living others wikipedia p |
| 659 |
647 |
827 |
Triumphs of Eugene Valmont |
Robert Barr |
Short Stories |
Short stories by a colleague of Jerome K. Jerome, and friend of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Barr probably wrote the first parody of Sherlock Holmes (included in this collection). He co-edited "The Idler" with Jerome. (written by Czechchris)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-triumphs-of-eugene-valmont-by-robert-barr/ |
short stories colleague jerome k jerome friend sir arthur conan doyle barr probably wrote first parody sherlock holmes included collection co edited the idler jerome written czechchris p |
| 660 |
648 |
829 |
Five Sci-Fi Short Stories by H. Beam Piper |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
<p><br>Five short stories by classic science fiction writer H. Beam Piper. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/five-sci-fi-short-stories-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p br five short stories classic science fiction writer h beam piper p |
| 661 |
649 |
830 |
Allan Quatermain |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Allan Quatermain was the quintessential Victorian English gentleman cum African big-game hunter. In this book, the second in the series, Quaterman and his two good friends from KSM have tired of their dull and unfulfilling lives in England, and decide to search for the truth of an old tale about the existence of an isolated white kingdom deep in darkest Africa. Their journey and subsequent adventures are sure to satisfy those who enjoy tales of dangerous quests and heroic just-in-time derring-do. <br /><br />Allan Quatermain appears in some 15 to 18 stories or books by H. Rider Haggard. (The number varies by source and apparently depends on how one chooses to count the shorter stories.) Haggard suggests that Quatermain was the author of the works, and he (Haggard) only edited and published them. The most famous Quatermain book is the first, King Solomon’s Mines (1885), and the sequel (1887) was Allan Quatermain - in which the main character, shall we say, departs for a better place! All the other Quatermain books – even those whose events occurred earlier in time – seem to have been written after these two main titles. <br /><br />The internal chronology of Quatermain’s life is a big mess, to be honest. As you study the research and learn of the numerous contradictions of timing of events in the books, you see that conjecture and invention are required to create any kind of internal chronology that makes sense. So my advice is to read (listen to) the books for enjoyment, don’t take notes!, and don’t worry about how one event simply can’t be possible on the apparent date because it conflicts wtih some other event in a different story! Hey! It’s fiction – anything goes! <p> (Summary by John Nicholson) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/allan-quatermain-by-h-rider-haggard |
allan quatermain quintessential victorian english gentleman cum african big game hunter book second series quaterman two good friends ksm tired dull unfulfilling lives england decide search truth old tale existence isolated white kingdom deep darkest africa journey subsequent adventures sure satisfy enjoy tales dangerous quests heroic just in time derring do br br allan quatermain appears 15 18 stories books h rider haggard the number varies source apparently depends one chooses count shorter stories haggard suggests quatermain author works haggard edited published them famous quatermain book first king solomon s mines 1885 sequel 1887 allan quatermain main character shall say departs better place quatermain books even whose events occurred earlier time seem written two main titles br br the internal chronology quatermain s life big mess honest study research learn numerous contradictions timing events books see conjecture invention required create kind internal chronology makes sense advice read listen to books enjoyment don t take notes don t worry one event simply can t possible apparent date conflicts wtih event different story hey it s fiction anything goes p summary john nicholson |
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650 |
832 |
God's Troubadour, The Story of St. Francis of Assisi |
Sophie Jewett |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
Francis, a young Italian boy, is a merchant's son who is enthralled by the troubadour songs and tales of knights that his father brings back from his travels. He decides to become a knight, but after seeing the poor and suffering in the tragedies of war, he decides to give away all of his worldly possessions and become a troubadour for God. </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/gods-troubadour-by-sophie-jewett/ |
francis young italian boy merchant s son enthralled troubadour songs tales knights father brings back travels decides become knight seeing poor suffering tragedies war decides give away worldly possessions become troubadour god p |
| 663 |
651 |
834 |
Civil Rights and Equal Protection Cases 1856-1948 |
United States Supreme Court |
Law |
<p>Landmark United States Supreme Court decisions focusing on civil rights and equal protection between 1856 and 1948. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/civil-rights-and-equal-protection-cases-1856-1948/ |
p landmark united states supreme court decisions focusing civil rights equal protection 1856 1948 p |
| 664 |
652 |
836 |
Portrait of a Lady Vol 1 |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>The Portrait of a Lady is a novel by Henry James, first published as a serial in The Atlantic Monthly and Macmillan's Magazine in 1880-1881 and then as a book in 1881. It is the story of a spirited young American woman, Isabel Archer, who "affronts her destiny" and finds it overwhelming. She inherits a large amount of money and subsequently becomes the victim of Machiavellian scheming by two American expatriates. Like many of James's novels, it is set mostly in Europe, notably England and Italy. Generally regarded as the masterpiece of his early phase of writing, this novel reflects James's absorbing interest in the differences between the New World and the Old. It also treats in a profound way the themes of personal freedom, responsibility, betrayal, and sexuality. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-portrait-of-a-lady-vol-1/ |
p the portrait lady novel henry james first published serial atlantic monthly macmillan s magazine 1880 1881 book 1881 story spirited young american woman isabel archer affronts destiny finds overwhelming inherits large amount money subsequently becomes victim machiavellian scheming two american expatriates like many james s novels set mostly europe notably england italy generally regarded masterpiece early phase writing novel reflects james s absorbing interest differences new world old also treats profound way themes personal freedom responsibility betrayal sexuality summary wikipedia p |
| 665 |
653 |
838 |
Little Lord Fauntleroy |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p><i>Little Lord Fauntleroy</i> is a sentimental children's novel by American (English-born) author Frances Hodgson Burnett, serialized in St. Nicholas Magazine in 1885. It was a runaway hit for the magazine and was separately published in 1886. The book was a commercial success for its author, and its illustrations by Reginal Birch set fashion trends. <i>Little Lord Fauntleroy</i> also set a precedent in copyright law in 1888 when its author won a lawsuit over the rights to theatrical adaptations of the work. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/little-lord-fauntleroy-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
p i little lord fauntleroy i sentimental children s novel american english born author frances hodgson burnett serialized st nicholas magazine 1885 runaway hit magazine separately published 1886 book commercial success author illustrations reginal birch set fashion trends i little lord fauntleroy i also set precedent copyright law 1888 author lawsuit rights theatrical adaptations work summary wikipedia p |
| 666 |
1424 |
1690 |
Elusive Pimpernel |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
First Published in 1908, The Elusive Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy is the 4th book in the classic adventure series about the Scarlet Pimpernel. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-elusive-pimpernel-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
first published 1908 elusive pimpernel baroness orczy 4th book classic adventure series scarlet pimpernel summary wikipedia p |
| 667 |
654 |
839 |
Sympathy |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>Sympathy</em>, by Paul Laurence Dunbar in honor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King_Day">Martin Luther King Day</a>. Listeners will recognize a line from this poem as being the title of Maya Angelou's 1969 novel <em>I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings</em>. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 14th, 2007.</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/sympathy-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em sympathy em paul laurence dunbar honor a href http en wikipedia org wiki martin_luther_king_day martin luther king day a listeners recognize line poem title maya angelou s 1969 novel em i know caged bird sings em weekly poetry project week january 14th 2007 p |
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655 |
842 |
Timaeus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>"Our intention is, that Timaeus, who is the most of an astronomer amongst us, and has made the nature of the universe his special study, should speak first, beginning with the generation of the world and going down to the creation of man..."<br /><br />'Timaeus' is usually regarded as one of Plato's later dialogues, and provides an account of the creation of the universe, with physical, metaphysical and ethical dimensions, which had great influence over philosophers for centuries following. It attributes the order and beauty of the universe to a benevolent demiurge - a 'craftsman' or god - fashioning the physical world after the pattern of an ideal, eternal one. <br /><br />The dramatic setting of the dialogue is the day after a discussion in which Socrates has described his ideal state - as in the 'Republic'. A conversation between Socrates, Critias, Hermocrates and Timaeus, including Critias' account of Solon's journey to Egypt (where he hears the story of Atlantis), soon gives way to the monologue by Timaeus that forms the bulk of the work.<br /><br />'Timaeus' is translated by Benjamin Jowett and his comprehensive introduction to and analysis of the work precedes the text itself, which he describes as "the growth of an age in which philosophy is not wholly separated from poetry and mythology". <br /><br />(Summary by Philippa)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/timaeus-by-plato/ |
p our intention is timaeus astronomer amongst us made nature universe special study speak first beginning generation world going creation man br br timaeus usually regarded one plato s later dialogues provides account creation universe physical metaphysical ethical dimensions great influence philosophers centuries following attributes order beauty universe benevolent demiurge craftsman god fashioning physical world pattern ideal eternal one br br the dramatic setting dialogue day discussion socrates described ideal state republic conversation socrates critias hermocrates timaeus including critias account solon s journey egypt where hears story atlantis soon gives way monologue timaeus forms bulk work br br timaeus translated benjamin jowett comprehensive introduction analysis work precedes text itself describes the growth age philosophy wholly separated poetry mythology br br summary philippa p |
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656 |
844 |
Edgar Allan Poe Poems |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
<br />Edgar Allan Poe (1809 - 1849) is widely famed as one of the greatest writers of all time. He is best known for his works of horror, such as "The Tell Tale Heart." However, and this is less known, Poe also wrote many love poems. In this collection of forty-eight poems by Edgar Allan Poe we will go through a wide variety of themes, from horror and raw creepiness in "The Raven" to pure love in "A Valentine" to depression in "Alone." Throughout all of his poems Poe kept a very strong meter and rhyme scheme. This is most obvious in "The Bells." (Summary by Shurtagal)<br /><br /> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/edgar-allan-poe-poems-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
br edgar allan poe 1809 1849 widely famed one greatest writers time best known works horror the tell tale heart however less known poe also wrote many love poems collection forty eight poems edgar allan poe go wide variety themes horror raw creepiness the raven pure love a valentine depression alone throughout poems poe kept strong meter rhyme scheme obvious the bells summary shurtagal br br |
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657 |
845 |
Hard Times |
Charles Dickens |
Satire |
Hard Times, the shortest of Dickens's full-length novels, is set in the fictitious Victorian-England city of Coketown, where facts are the rule and all fancy is to be stamped out. The plot centers around the men and women of the town, some of whom are beaten down by the city's utilitarian ideals and some of whom manage to rise above it. The novel was written in 1854 and was a scathing attack on then-current ideas of utilitarianism, which Dickens viewed as a selfish and at times oppressive philosophy. Perhaps the novel's best features are its clever, ironic narration and the larger-than-life characters that push the plot forward, such as the upper-class banker and hypocritical braggart, Josiah Bounderby, and the fact-driven schoolmaster, Thomas Gradgrind. (Summary by Rosalind Wills).<p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/hard-times-by-charles-dickens/ |
hard times shortest dickens s full length novels set fictitious victorian england city coketown facts rule fancy stamped out plot centers around men women town beaten city s utilitarian ideals manage rise it novel written 1854 scathing attack then current ideas utilitarianism dickens viewed selfish times oppressive philosophy perhaps novel s best features clever ironic narration larger than life characters push plot forward upper class banker hypocritical braggart josiah bounderby fact driven schoolmaster thomas gradgrind summary rosalind wills p |
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658 |
846 |
Iliad for Boys and Girls |
Alfred John Church |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical |
<br />Alfred J. Church wrote many books looking at classical literature, but is especially well known for his re-telling of classic books in a style so that younger readers may follow the story. The Iliad for Boys and Girls is a retelling of Homer’s Iliad, centred around the events of the siege of Troy during the final year. (Summary by Lizzie Driver)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-iliad-for-boys-and-girls-by-alfred-j-church/ |
br alfred j church wrote many books looking classical literature especially well known re telling classic books style younger readers may follow story iliad boys girls retelling homer s iliad centred around events siege troy final year summary lizzie driver br br |
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659 |
847 |
Wonderwings and other Fairy Stories |
Edith Howes |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A collection of three short stories about fairies, complete with good moral lessons (as every fairy tale should be). (Summary by Claire Goget)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/wonderwings-and-other-fairy-stories-by-edith-howes/ |
p a collection three short stories fairies complete good moral lessons as every fairy tale be summary claire goget p |
| 673 |
660 |
848 |
Raffles, Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman |
E. W. Hornung |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br /><em>Raffles, Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman</em> (also published as <em>The Black Mask</em>) is the second collection of stories in the Raffles series. After the dark turn of events at the end of <em>The Gift of the Emperor</em>, Bunny's done his time and, his life not being quite what it was before, now finds himself longing for the companionship of his Raffles. (Summary by Kristin Hughes)<br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/raffles-further-adventures-of-the-amateur-cracksman/ |
br em raffles adventures amateur cracksman em also published em the black mask em second collection stories raffles series dark turn events end em the gift emperor em bunny s done time and life quite before finds longing companionship raffles summary kristin hughes br br |
| 674 |
668 |
856 |
Love Among the Chickens |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />Jeremy Garnet, a second-rate novelist, gets talked into joining his old pal Stanley Featheringstonehaugh Ukridge in an insane plan to start a chicken ranch. Garnet should bail out on his crazy friend, but he falls in love with one of Ukridge's neighbors, Phyllis. Soon he is up to his neck in sick chickens, bad debts, a hostile future father-in-law, a sinister plot, and dirty golf. It all gets a bit thick, what? (Summary by Mark Nelson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/love-among-the-chickens-by-p-g-wodehouse |
br jeremy garnet second rate novelist gets talked joining old pal stanley featheringstonehaugh ukridge insane plan start chicken ranch garnet bail crazy friend falls love one ukridge s neighbors phyllis soon neck sick chickens bad debts hostile future father in law sinister plot dirty golf gets bit thick what summary mark nelson br br |
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661 |
849 |
Little Men |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction |
Little Men (published 1871) is considered the second book of the Little Women trilogy written by Louisa May Alcott. (The book Good Wives (1869) was originally the sequel to the novel Little Women (1868), however those two novels are now usually published as a single volume.) The final book of the trilogy is Jo's Boys (1886). <p>\nLittle Men follows the life of Jo Bhaer and the students who live and learn at the Plumfield Estate School that she runs with her husband. The mischievous kids, whom she loves and cares for as her own, learn valuable lessons as they become proper gentlemen and ladies. We also get cameo appearances of almost all the characters found in the previous books, almost all of them happy and well.<p> (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/little-men-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
little men published 1871 considered second book little women trilogy written louisa may alcott the book good wives 1869 originally sequel novel little women 1868 however two novels usually published single volume final book trilogy jo s boys 1886 p little men follows life jo bhaer students live learn plumfield estate school runs husband mischievous kids loves cares own learn valuable lessons become proper gentlemen ladies also get cameo appearances almost characters found previous books almost happy well p summary wikipedia p |
| 676 |
662 |
850 |
Whose Body? |
Dorothy L. Sayers |
Detective Fiction |
<br />The novel begins with a telephone call to Wimsey from his mother, the Dowager Duchess of Denver, saying that her vicar’s architect has just found a dead body in his bath, wearing nothing but a pair of pince-nez. Whose body is it? Whodunnit? It’s up to Lord Peter to find out. (Summary by Kara and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/whose-body-by-dorothy-l-sayers/ |
br the novel begins telephone call wimsey mother dowager duchess denver saying vicar s architect found dead body bath wearing nothing pair pince nez whose body it whodunnit it s lord peter find out summary kara wikipedia br br |
| 677 |
663 |
851 |
Girl Who Sat by the Ashes |
Pádraic Colum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Because she used to herd Goats in the high places and the rocky places, she went by the name of Girl-go-with-the-Goats. But that was not the name that she herself called herself. She called herself Maid-alone..."\n<p>So begins Padriac Colum's renderation of this classical, well-known tale. He was a master story teller, and in this short book combines vivid characters and a depth of plot with the rough-hewn simplicity the story demands. If you are fond of Cinderella stories, you will enjoy this book. And if you believe you dislike all such, it may yet win you over and change your mind.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-who-sat-by-the-ashes-by-padraic-colum/ |
because used herd goats high places rocky places went name girl go with the goats name called herself called maid alone p so begins padriac colum s renderation classical well known tale master story teller short book combines vivid characters depth plot rough hewn simplicity story demands fond cinderella stories enjoy book believe dislike such may yet win change mind p |
| 678 |
664 |
852 |
Jabberwocky |
Lewis Carroll |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 34 different recordings of <em>Jabberwocky</em>, by Lewis Carroll. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 21st, 2007.</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/jabberwocky-by-lewis-carroll/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 34 different recordings em jabberwocky em lewis carroll weekly poetry project week january 21st 2007 p |
| 679 |
665 |
853 |
Lair of the White Worm |
Bram Stoker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<i>The Lair of the White Worm</i> (also known as <i>The Garden of Evil</i>) is a horror novel by Anglo-Irish author Bram Stoker, who also wrote <a href="http://librivox.org/dracula-by-bram-stoker/">Dracula</a>. It was published in 1911.<p>This book centers on Adam Salton who is contacted by his great uncle in England, for the purpose of establishing a relationship between these last two members of the family. Adam travels to Richard Salton's house in Mercia, and quickly finds himself in the center of some inexplicable occurrences. The new heir to the Caswall estate, Edgar Caswall appears to be making some sort of a mesmeric assault on a local girl. And, a local lady, Arabella March, seems to be running a game of her own, perhaps angling to become Mrs. Caswall. There is something strange about Lady March, something inexplicable and evil.... (Summary from Wikipedia) \r\n\r\n<p><i>Note:</i> This book contains racial comments that may be offensive to modern listeners.</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/lair_of_the_white_worm_by_bram_stoker/ |
i the lair white worm i also known i the garden evil i horror novel anglo irish author bram stoker also wrote a href http librivox org dracula by bram stoker dracula a published 1911 p this book centers adam salton contacted great uncle england purpose establishing relationship last two members family adam travels richard salton s house mercia quickly finds center inexplicable occurrences new heir caswall estate edgar caswall appears making sort mesmeric assault local girl and local lady arabella march seems running game own perhaps angling become mrs caswall something strange lady march something inexplicable evil summary wikipedia p i note i book contains racial comments may offensive modern listeners p |
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666 |
854 |
First Battle of Bull Run |
Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard |
*Non-fiction, History |
General Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard was one of the senior commanders of Southern forces during the Civil War. It was he who initiated the hostilities by opening fire on Ft. Sumter in Charleston harbor, in April, 1861. <br/><br/> In July of that year, having taken command of the Confederate Army of the Potomac, he triumphed in the first serious clash of the war, at Manassas, Virginia. His army, aided by reinforcements from Johnston's army in the Shenandoah Valley, routed a Federal army under General McDowell. Had it been his army instead that routed, it is possible the Civil War might have ended that same year, as the path to Richmond would have been wide open. <br/><br/>This is his account of the battle, including the strategic situation leading up to it. As an afterward, he added a very revealing appraisal of the relations between him and Confederate President Jefferson Davis, and the reasons why, in his opinion, the South failed to win its war of secession.<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-battle-of-bull-run-by-pierre-gustave-toutant-beauregard/ |
general pierre gustave toutant beauregard one senior commanders southern forces civil war initiated hostilities opening fire ft sumter charleston harbor april 1861 br br july year taken command confederate army potomac triumphed first serious clash war manassas virginia army aided reinforcements johnston s army shenandoah valley routed federal army general mcdowell army instead routed possible civil war might ended year path richmond would wide open br br this account battle including strategic situation leading it afterward added revealing appraisal relations confederate president jefferson davis reasons why opinion south failed win war secession p |
| 681 |
667 |
855 |
Faust I |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Tragedy |
<p>Faust is the protagonist of a classic German legend; a highly successful scholar, but also dissatisfied with his life, and so makes a deal with the devil, exchanging his soul for unlimited knowledge and worldly pleasures.<br><br>Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's <i>Faust</i> is a tragic play in two parts. It is Goethe's most famous work and considered by many to be one of the greatest works of German literature.<br><br>This first part of <i>Faust</i> is not divided into acts, but is structured as a sequence of scenes in a variety of settings. After a dedicatory poem and a prelude in the theatre, the actual plot begins with a prologue in Heaven and Scene 1 in Faust's study. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)</p>\n<b>Cast List:</b><br/>\nNarrator, Stage Directions, Dedication: <a href="http://alexfoster.me.uk/">Alex Foster</a><br/>\nMephistopheles: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4572">om123</a><br/>\nFaust: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=196">Stewart Wills</a><br/>\nMargaret (Gretchen): <a href="http://lucy-k-p.dreamwidth.org/">Lucy Perry</a><br/>\nManager (scene 22), Chorus of Disciples, Beggar, Crane: <a href="http://www.deprez.com/">George Deprez, PhD</a><br/>\nDramatic Poet, Chorus of Disciples, Citizen 2, Wizards, Minister, Worldling: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">bish</a><br/>\nMerry-Andrew, Chorus of Disciples, Apprentice 1, Citizen 3, Siebel, Valentine, Wizards, Purist, Leader of the Band, Sceptic, The Heavy Fellows, Parvenu, Oberon, The Adroit, Dancing-Master: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br/>\nRaphael, Chorus of Angels, Student 1, Author, Musagetes: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1403">tipaew</a><br/>\nGabriel, Chorus of Angels, Student 2, Proktophantasmist, Xenies, Dogmatist: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br/>\nManager (Prelude), Michael, Chorus of Angels, Citizen 1, Servibilis, Hennings, Idealist: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=167">Peter Yearsley</a><br/>\nThe Lord, Old Peasant, Spirits, Ci-Devant Genius of the Age, Supernaturalist: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6035">Marty Kris</a><br/>\nWagner, General, Weathercock, Realist: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6424">John Burnett</a><br/>\nPeople, Witches, Titania: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=533">Ana Simão</a><br/>\nChorus of Women, Servant-Girl 2, Peasants, Chorus (scene 20), Voice 2, Half-Witch, Witches, Orchestra: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1649">Kalynda</a><br/>\nMartha, Chorus of Women, Servant-Girl 1, Peasants, Citizen's Daughter, The She-Ape, The Witch, Lisbeth, Huckster-Witch, Young Witch, Witches, Solo, Little Couple, Dancer: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5290">Natalie</a><br/>\nChorus of Women, Old Woman, Spirits, Evil Spirit, Old Witch, Matron: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=87">Rosalind Wills</a><br/>\nApprentice 2, Soldiers, Northern Artist, The Heavy Fellows: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2234">Lars Rolander</a><br/>\nSpirit, Apprentice 3, Soldiers, Peasants, People, Chorus (scene 20), Ariel, Spirit Just Growing into Form, Will-O'-The-Wisps: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br/>\nApprentice 4, Soldiers, Peasants, Chorus (scene 20), Voice 1, Orchestra, Little Couple, The Awkward: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6147">Liberty Stump</a><br/>\nApprentice 5, Soldiers, The He-Ape, The Orthodox, Shooting-Star: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br/>\nFrosch, Will-O'-The-Wisp, Inquisitive Traveller: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1988">Ransom</a><br/>\nBrander, Herald, Good Fellow: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br/>\nAltmayer, Puck: <a href="http://frickerjohn.wordpress.com/about">John Fricker</a><br/><br/><b>Editors:</b><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=196">Stewart Wills</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4572">om123</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5290">Natalie</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6065">David Olson</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6247">Hennell</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2544">Annise</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br/>\n<a href="http://rschmfem.com">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5570">Corinna Schultz</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5796">Linette Geisel</a><br/>\n<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br/><br> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/faust-part-1-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p faust protagonist classic german legend highly successful scholar also dissatisfied life makes deal devil exchanging soul unlimited knowledge worldly pleasures br br johann wolfgang von goethe s i faust i tragic play two parts goethe s famous work considered many one greatest works german literature br br this first part i faust i divided acts structured sequence scenes variety settings dedicatory poem prelude theatre actual plot begins prologue heaven scene 1 faust s study summary modified wikipedia p b cast list b br narrator stage directions dedication a href http alexfoster me uk alex foster a br mephistopheles a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4572 om123 a br faust a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 196 stewart wills a br margaret gretchen a href http lucy k p dreamwidth org lucy perry a br manager scene 22 chorus disciples beggar crane a href http www deprez com george deprez phd a br dramatic poet chorus disciples citizen 2 wizards minister worldling a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6037 bish a br merry andrew chorus disciples apprentice 1 citizen 3 siebel valentine wizards purist leader band sceptic heavy fellows parvenu oberon adroit dancing master a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br raphael chorus angels student 1 author musagetes a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1403 tipaew a br gabriel chorus angels student 2 proktophantasmist xenies dogmatist a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br manager prelude michael chorus angels citizen 1 servibilis hennings idealist a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 167 peter yearsley a br lord old peasant spirits ci devant genius age supernaturalist a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6035 marty kris a br wagner general weathercock realist a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6424 john burnett a br people witches titania a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 533 ana simão a br chorus women servant girl 2 peasants chorus scene 20 voice 2 half witch witches orchestra a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1649 kalynda a br martha chorus women servant girl 1 peasants citizen s daughter she ape witch lisbeth huckster witch young witch witches solo little couple dancer a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5290 natalie a br chorus women old woman spirits evil spirit old witch matron a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 87 rosalind wills a br apprentice 2 soldiers northern artist heavy fellows a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2234 lars rolander a br spirit apprentice 3 soldiers peasants people chorus scene 20 ariel spirit growing form will o the wisps a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br apprentice 4 soldiers peasants chorus scene 20 voice 1 orchestra little couple awkward a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6147 liberty stump a br apprentice 5 soldiers he ape orthodox shooting star a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6446 bob gonzalez a br frosch will o the wisp inquisitive traveller a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1988 ransom a br brander herald good fellow a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br altmayer puck a href http frickerjohn wordpress com about john fricker a br br b editors b br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 196 stewart wills a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4572 om123 a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5290 natalie a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6065 david olson a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6247 hennell a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2544 annise a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br a href http rschmfem com roseanne schmidt a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5570 corinna schultz a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5796 linette geisel a br a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br br |
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669 |
857 |
Washington Square |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>Washington Square is a short novel by Henry James. Originally published in 1880 as a serial in Cornhill Magazine and Harper's New Monthly Magazine, it is a structurally simple tragicomedy that recounts the conflict between a dull but sweet daughter and her brilliant, domineering father. <br><br>The book is often compared to Jane Austen's work for the clarity and grace of its prose and its intense focus on family relationships. James was hardly a great admirer of Jane Austen, so he might not have regarded the comparison as flattering. In fact, James was not a great fan of Washington Square itself. He tried to read it over for inclusion in the New York Edition of his fiction (1907-1909) but found that he couldn't, and the novel was not included. Other readers, though, have sufficiently enjoyed the book to make it one of the more popular works of the Jamesian canon. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/washington-square-by-henry-james/ |
p washington square short novel henry james originally published 1880 serial cornhill magazine harper s new monthly magazine structurally simple tragicomedy recounts conflict dull sweet daughter brilliant domineering father br br the book often compared jane austen s work clarity grace prose intense focus family relationships james hardly great admirer jane austen might regarded comparison flattering fact james great fan washington square itself tried read inclusion new york edition fiction 1907 1909 found couldn t novel included readers though sufficiently enjoyed book make one popular works jamesian canon summary wikipedia p |
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670 |
859 |
Peterkin Papers |
Lucretia P. Hale |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>The Peterkins were a lovable but comically inept family that possess ingenuity, logic, resourcefulness, and energy--but not common sense. The general formula is that the family tries to solve some problem in an appealingly roundabout way, fails, and is eventually rescued by "the wise old lady from Philadelphia" who always cuts the Gordian knot with some effective but prosaic solution. The charm of the story is not in the plot, but in the telling, with the building up of layers of complication, and the affectionate fun poked at the not-quite-cartoonish characters. The "wise old lady's" solution is usually obvious to the reader, or even the young listener, from the start. (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-peterkin-papers-by-lucretia-p-hale/ |
p the peterkins lovable comically inept family possess ingenuity logic resourcefulness energy but common sense general formula family tries solve problem appealingly roundabout way fails eventually rescued the wise old lady philadelphia always cuts gordian knot effective prosaic solution charm story plot telling building layers complication affectionate fun poked not quite cartoonish characters wise old lady s solution usually obvious reader even young listener start from wikipedia p |
| 684 |
671 |
860 |
Gawayne and the Green Knight |
The Gawain Poet |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction, Poetry |
Charlton Miner Lewis' version of <i>Gawayne and the Green Knight</i>, a late 14th century alliterative romance, is written in modern language telling the story of the Green Knight's challenge to Gawayne, and the romance between Sir Gawayne and Lady Elfinheart. The name Gawayne is often also spelled Gawain. (Summary by Betsie Bush)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/gawayne-and-the-green-knight-by-charlton-miner-lewis/ |
charlton miner lewis version i gawayne green knight i late 14th century alliterative romance written modern language telling story green knight s challenge gawayne romance sir gawayne lady elfinheart name gawayne often also spelled gawain summary betsie bush p |
| 685 |
672 |
861 |
On the Duty of Civil Disobedience |
Henry David Thoreau |
Essays & Short Works |
Civil Disobedience is an essay by Henry David Thoreau. Published in 1849 under the title Resistance to Civil Government, it expressed Thoreau’s belief that people should not allow governments to overrule or atrophy their consciences, and that people have a duty both to avoid doing injustice directly and to avoid allowing their acquiescence to enable the government to make them the agents of injustice. Thoreau was motivated in part by his disgust with slavery and the Mexican-American War. (Summary from Wikipedia).<p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-duty-of-civil-disobedience-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
civil disobedience essay henry david thoreau published 1849 title resistance civil government expressed thoreau s belief people allow governments overrule atrophy consciences people duty avoid injustice directly avoid allowing acquiescence enable government make agents injustice thoreau motivated part disgust slavery mexican american war summary wikipedia p |
| 686 |
673 |
862 |
Sylvie and Bruno |
Lewis Carroll |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The novel has two main plots; one set in the real world at the time the book was published (the Victorian era), the other in the fictional world of Fairyland. While the latter plot is a fairytale with many nonsense elements and poems, similar to Carroll's most famous children's book Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the story set in Victorian Britain is a social novel, with its characters discussing various concepts and aspects of religion, society, philosophy and morality. (Summary from Wikipedia}.</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/sylvie-and-bruno-by-lewis-carroll/ |
p the novel two main plots one set real world time book published the victorian era fictional world fairyland latter plot fairytale many nonsense elements poems similar carroll s famous children s book alice s adventures wonderland story set victorian britain social novel characters discussing various concepts aspects religion society philosophy morality summary wikipedia p |
| 687 |
674 |
863 |
Star Surgeon |
Alan Edward Nourse |
Science Fiction |
<p>Dal Timgar had always wanted to be a doctor. As a Garvian and the first non-human to study medicine on Hospital Earth, he must face enormous adversity from classmates, professors, and some of the highest ranking physicians on all of Earth. Will his efforts be enough to earn him the Silver Star of a Star Surgeon? (Summary by Scott D. Farquhar)</p>\n |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/star-surgeon-by-alan-edward-nourse/ |
p dal timgar always wanted doctor garvian first non human study medicine hospital earth must face enormous adversity classmates professors highest ranking physicians earth efforts enough earn silver star star surgeon summary scott d farquhar p |
| 688 |
684 |
875 |
Leviathan (Books I and II) |
Thomas Hobbes |
Political Science, Early Modern |
Leviathan, or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Common Wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil, commonly called Leviathan, is a book written in 1651 by Thomas Hobbes. It is titled after the biblical Leviathan. The book concerns the structure of society (as represented figuratively by the frontispiece, showing the state giant made up of individuals), as is evidenced by the full title. In the book, Thomas Hobbes argues for a social contract and rule by a sovereign. Influenced by the English Civil War, Hobbes wrote that chaos or civil war - situations identified with a state of nature and the famous motto Bellum omnium contra omnes ("the war of all against all") - could only be averted by strong central government. He thus denied any right of rebellion toward the social contract. However, Hobbes did discuss the possible dissolution of the State. Since the social contract was made to institute a state that would provide for the "peace and defense" of the people, the contract would become void as soon as the government no longer protected its citizens. By virtue of this fact, man would automatically return to the state of nature until a new contract is made. Summary from Wikipedia. </p> |
English |
1651 |
https://librivox.org/leviathan-books-i-and-ii-by-thomas-hobbes/ |
leviathan matter forme power common wealth ecclesiasticall civil commonly called leviathan book written 1651 thomas hobbes titled biblical leviathan book concerns structure society as represented figuratively frontispiece showing state giant made individuals evidenced full title book thomas hobbes argues social contract rule sovereign influenced english civil war hobbes wrote chaos civil war situations identified state nature famous motto bellum omnium contra omnes the war all could averted strong central government thus denied right rebellion toward social contract however hobbes discuss possible dissolution state since social contract made institute state would provide peace defense people contract would become void soon government longer protected citizens virtue fact man would automatically return state nature new contract made summary wikipedia p |
| 689 |
675 |
866 |
Bible (LSG, 1910) NT 21-22: Épîtres de Pierre |
Louis Segond Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Ces soixantième et soixante et unième livres de la Bible, traduite par Louis Segond, au XIXe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant sont adressées par Pierre, apôtre de Jésus-Christ, <em>« à ceux qui sont étrangers et dispersés »</em> dans cinq régions de l'Asie mineure et <em>« à ceux qui ont reçu en partage une foi du même prix que la nôtre »</em>.</p>\n<p>Dans ces deux lettres, Pierre cherche <em>« à éveiller par des avertissements votre saine intelligence, afin que vous vous souveniez des choses annoncées par les prophètes, et du commandement du Seigneur et Sauveur »</em>.</p> <p>(Résumé par Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/epitres-de-pierre/ |
p ces soixantième et soixante et unième livres de la bible traduite par louis segond au xixe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant sont adressées par pierre apôtre de jésus christ em à ceux qui sont étrangers et dispersés em dans cinq régions de l asie mineure et em à ceux qui ont reçu en partage une foi du même prix que la nôtre em p p dans ces deux lettres pierre cherche em à éveiller par des avertissements votre saine intelligence afin que vous vous souveniez des choses annoncées par les prophètes et du commandement du seigneur et sauveur em p p résumé par ezwa p |
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676 |
867 |
Stories from Pentamerone |
Giambattista Basile |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This is one of the oldest written collections of fairy tales. Although the names are different, listeners should recognise many of the stories as the basis of modern fairy tales. Be warned however, that these stories are a lot more violent and gruesome then the Disney versions you may be familiar with. Parents should listen to the files to gauge their suitability before allowing children to listen to them.</p><br> (written by Joy Chan) </br> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-pentamerone-by-giambattista-basile/ |
p this one oldest written collections fairy tales although names different listeners recognise many stories basis modern fairy tales warned however stories lot violent gruesome disney versions may familiar with parents listen files gauge suitability allowing children listen them p br written joy chan br |
| 691 |
677 |
868 |
Utilitarianism |
John Stuart Mill |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>John Stuart Mill's book <i>Utilitarianism</i> is one of the most influential and widely-read philosophical defenses of utilitarianism in ethics. The essay first appeared as a series of three articles published in <i>Fraser's Magazine</i> in 1861; the articles were collected and reprinted as a single book in 1863. It went through four editions during Mill's lifetime with minor additions and revisions.</p>\n\n<p>Although Mill includes discussions of utilitarian ethical principles in other works such as <i>On Liberty</i> and <i>The Subjection of Women</i>, <i>Utilitarianism</i> contains Mill's only major discussion of the fundamental grounds for utilitarian ethical theory. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/utilitarianism-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
p john stuart mill s book i utilitarianism i one influential widely read philosophical defenses utilitarianism ethics essay first appeared series three articles published i fraser s magazine i 1861 articles collected reprinted single book 1863 went four editions mill s lifetime minor additions revisions p p although mill includes discussions utilitarian ethical principles works i on liberty i i the subjection women i i utilitarianism i contains mill s major discussion fundamental grounds utilitarian ethical theory summary wikipedia p |
| 692 |
678 |
869 |
Heidis Lehr- und Wanderjahre |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Im Jahre 1880 im Perthes-Verlag, Gotha, erschienenen ersten Heidi-Roman wird erzählt, wie das Waisenmädchen Heidi zu seinem einsiedlerischen Grossvater auf eine Alp oberhalb von Maienfeld (Kanton Graubünden) gebracht wird, wo es in Zukunft leben soll. (Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/heidis-lehr-und-wanderjahre-von-johanna-spyri/ |
p im jahre 1880 im perthes verlag gotha erschienenen ersten heidi roman wird erzählt wie das waisenmädchen heidi zu seinem einsiedlerischen grossvater auf eine alp oberhalb von maienfeld kanton graubünden gebracht wird wo es zukunft leben soll zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
| 693 |
679 |
870 |
Short Poetry Collection 021 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 021: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-021/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 021 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 694 |
680 |
871 |
論語 Lun Yu (Analects of Confucius) |
Confucius 孔子 |
Philosophy |
<p>孔子(公元前551年9月28日-前479年),子姓孔氏,名丘,字仲尼,鲁(今中國山东曲阜)人,中国春秋末期的思想家和教育家。孔子是中华文化中的核心学说儒家的首代宗師,集華夏上古文化之大成,在世時已被譽為“天縱之聖”、“天之木鐸”,是當時社會上最博學者之一,並且被后世尊为至聖(聖人之中的聖人)、至聖先師、万世师表。孔子和他创立的儒家思想对中国和朝鲜、台灣、日本、越南等地區有深远的影响,這些地區又被稱爲儒家文化圈。孔子又與耶穌、釋迦牟尼和蘇格拉底並稱世界四大聖哲。(维基百科)</p><p>The Analects, also known as the Analects of Confucius, are a record of the words and acts of the central Chinese thinker and philosopher Confucius and his disciples, as well as the discussions they held. The Chinese title literally means “discussion over [Confucius’] words.” Written during the Spring and Autumn Period through the Warring States Period (ca. 479 BC - 221 BC), the Analects is the representative work of Confucianism and continues to have a tremendous influence on Chinese and East Asian thought and values today. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lun-yu-or-analects-of-confucius-read-in-chinese/ |
p 孔子 公元前551年9月28日 前479年 子姓孔氏 名丘 字仲尼 鲁 今中國山东曲阜 人 中国春秋末期的思想家和教育家 孔子是中华文化中的核心学说儒家的首代宗師 集華夏上古文化之大成 在世時已被譽為 天縱之聖 天之木鐸 是當時社會上最博學者之一 並且被后世尊为至聖 聖人之中的聖人 至聖先師 万世师表 孔子和他创立的儒家思想对中国和朝鲜 台灣 日本 越南等地區有深远的影响 這些地區又被稱爲儒家文化圈 孔子又與耶穌 釋迦牟尼和蘇格拉底並稱世界四大聖哲 维基百科 p p the analects also known analects confucius record words acts central chinese thinker philosopher confucius disciples well discussions held chinese title literally means discussion confucius words written spring autumn period warring states period ca 479 bc 221 bc analects representative work confucianism continues tremendous influence chinese east asian thought values today summary wikipedia p |
| 695 |
681 |
872 |
Romantic Poetry Collection 001 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of romatic poems for St Valentine's day.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/romantic-poetry-001/ |
collection romatic poems st valentine s day p |
| 696 |
682 |
873 |
Phantom-Wooer |
Thomas Lovell Beddoes |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 different recordings of <em>The Phantom-Wooer</em> by Thomas Lovell Beddoes. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 28th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-wooer-by-thomas-lovell-beddoes/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 different recordings em the phantom wooer em thomas lovell beddoes weekly poetry project week january 28th 2007 br br |
| 697 |
683 |
874 |
Clue of the Twisted Candle |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Well-known mystery writer John Lexman is charged with murder and sent to Broadmoor Prison. His friend T.X., head of a special branch of Scotland Yard, tries to prove his innocence. (Summary by Gesine)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-clue-of-the-twisted-candle-by-edgar-wallace/ |
p well known mystery writer john lexman charged murder sent broadmoor prison friend t x head special branch scotland yard tries prove innocence summary gesine p |
| 698 |
700 |
894 |
Misérables Vol. 1 |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
This is book 1 of 5. An ex-convict breaks parole and starts a new life as a righteous man, but is pursued by a police inspector. Along the way, the ex-convict joins a revolution, adopts a daughter, and beats people up. Hooray. (Summary by smileyman457)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-vol-1-by-victor-hugo/ |
book 1 5 ex convict breaks parole starts new life righteous man pursued police inspector along way ex convict joins revolution adopts daughter beats people up hooray summary smileyman457 p |
| 699 |
685 |
876 |
Life And Adventures Of Nicholas Nickleby |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>The action takes place in London, with excursions to Devon, Yorkshire, and Portsmouth, as we follow the adventures of the eponymous hero. Nicholas is forced to unwelcome employment to help secure support for his widowed mother and his sister from their mercenary relative Ralph, on whose mercy they have been thrown. After many adventures Nicholas finally triumphs over his Uncle, although his success is also tinged with sadness. (Summary by Chris Garbett) </p> |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-nicholas-nickleby-by/ |
p the action takes place london excursions devon yorkshire portsmouth follow adventures eponymous hero nicholas forced unwelcome employment help secure support widowed mother sister mercenary relative ralph whose mercy thrown many adventures nicholas finally triumphs uncle although success also tinged sadness summary chris garbett p |
| 700 |
686 |
877 |
Winesburg, Ohio |
Sherwood Anderson |
Short Stories |
<p>Published in 1919, and listed on the Modern Library roster of the 20th century's 100 greatest novels in English, Winesburg, Ohio presents a series of loosely related character studies of the inhabitants of a fictional Midwestern town that together form a novel of unusual unity and vision. The inarticulate and lonely citizens of Winesburg, each with his or her own secret tale to tell, frequently relate those tales to, or through their interactions with, the character of George Willard, a young Winesburg citizen on the cusp of manhood with dreams of becoming a writer. Thus Winesburg tells the story of the townspeople's loneliness and alienation in parallel with the tale of George's own coming of age. The citizens of Winesburg are described obliquely as "grotesques," but as the introductory chapter makes clear, "The grotesques were not all horrible. Some were amusing, some almost beautiful . . ." (Description by Stewart Wills) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/winesburg-ohio-by-sherwood-anderson/ |
p published 1919 listed modern library roster 20th century s 100 greatest novels english winesburg ohio presents series loosely related character studies inhabitants fictional midwestern town together form novel unusual unity vision inarticulate lonely citizens winesburg secret tale tell frequently relate tales to interactions with character george willard young winesburg citizen cusp manhood dreams becoming writer thus winesburg tells story townspeople s loneliness alienation parallel tale george s coming age citizens winesburg described obliquely grotesques introductory chapter makes clear the grotesques horrible amusing almost beautiful description stewart wills p |
| 701 |
687 |
878 |
J'accuse...! |
Émile Zola |
Modern (19th C) |
<p>J'accuse est le titre d'un article rédigé par Émile Zola lors de l'affaire Dreyfus et publié dans le journal L'Aurore du 13 janvier 1898 sous forme d'une lettre ouverte au Président de la République Félix Faure. Il s'est inspiré d'un dossier fourni en 1896 par l'écrivain Bernard Lazare. (Résumé de Wikipedia)\n\n"J'accuse!" (I accuse!) was published January 13, 1898 in the maiden issue of the newspaper L'Aurore (The Dawn). It had the effect of a bomb. In the words of historian Barbara Tuchman, it was "one of the great commotions of history." Zola's intent was to force his own prosecution for libel so that the emerging facts of the Dreyfus case could be thoroughly aired. In this he succeeded. He was convicted, appealed, was retried, and, before hearing the result, fled to England on the advice of his counsel and friends, returning to Paris in June 1899 when he heard that Dreyfus's trial was to be reviewed. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/jaccuse-by-emile-zola/ |
p j accuse est le titre d un article rédigé par émile zola lors de l affaire dreyfus et publié dans le journal l aurore du 13 janvier 1898 sous forme d une lettre ouverte au président de la république félix faure il s est inspiré d un dossier fourni en 1896 par l écrivain bernard lazare résumé de wikipedia j accuse i accuse published january 13 1898 maiden issue newspaper l aurore the dawn effect bomb words historian barbara tuchman one great commotions history zola s intent force prosecution libel emerging facts dreyfus case could thoroughly aired succeeded convicted appealed retried and hearing result fled england advice counsel friends returning paris june 1899 heard dreyfus s trial reviewed summary wikipedia p |
| 702 |
688 |
879 |
Greenmantle |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Greenmantle is the second of five Richard Hannay novels by John Buchan, first published in 1916 by Hodder & Stoughton, London. It is one of two Hannay novels set during the First World War, the other being Mr Standfast (1919); Hannay's first and best-known adventure, The Thirty-Nine Steps (1915), is set in the period immediately before the war started. - Hannay is called in to investigate rumours of an uprising in the Muslim world, and undertakes a perilous journey through enemy territory to meet up with his friend Sandy in Constantinople. Once there, he and his friends must thwart the Germans' plans to use religion to help them win the war, climaxing at the battle of Erzurum. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/greenmantle-by-john-buchan/ |
greenmantle second five richard hannay novels john buchan first published 1916 hodder stoughton london one two hannay novels set first world war mr standfast 1919 hannay s first best known adventure thirty nine steps 1915 set period immediately war started hannay called investigate rumours uprising muslim world undertakes perilous journey enemy territory meet friend sandy constantinople there friends must thwart germans plans use religion help win war climaxing battle erzurum summary wikipedia p |
| 703 |
689 |
880 |
Who Was Who: 5000 BC - 1914 Biographical Dictionary of the Famous and Those Who Wanted to Be |
Irwin Leslie Gordon |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>A short, humorous biography of famous people from 5000 BC to 1914. -- S. McGaughey <br></br>From the Introduction, "The editor begs leave to inform the public that only persons who can produce proper evidence of their demise will be admitted to Who Was Who. Press Agent notices or complimentary comments are absolutely excluded, and those offering to pay for the insertion of names will be prosecuted. As persons become eligible they will be included without solicitation, while the pages will be expurgated of others should good luck warrant."<br /><br />Each section is shared by three readers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/231">Sean McGaughey</a> (Sections 1-12), <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/75">Jim Mowatt</a> (Sections 1-4), <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/254">Alan Davis Drake</a> (Sections 1-2), <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a> (Sections 3-12), and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1401">Sibella Denton</a> (Sections 5-12).</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/who-was-who-5000-bc-1914-by-irwin-leslie-gordon/ |
p a short humorous biography famous people 5000 bc 1914 s mcgaughey br br from introduction the editor begs leave inform public persons produce proper evidence demise admitted who press agent notices complimentary comments absolutely excluded offering pay insertion names prosecuted persons become eligible included without solicitation pages expurgated others good luck warrant br br each section shared three readers a href http librivox org reader 231 sean mcgaughey a sections 1 12 a href http librivox org reader 75 jim mowatt a sections 1 4 a href http librivox org reader 254 alan davis drake a sections 1 2 a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a sections 3 12 a href http librivox org reader 1401 sibella denton a sections 5 12 p |
| 704 |
701 |
895 |
Insomnia Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>Soporific dullness is in the ear of the listener, and what's tedium incarnate to one person will be another person's passion and delight. However, it is hoped that at least one from the range of topics here presented will lull the busy mind to a state of sweet sleep.<br /><br />Introduction by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/insomnia-collection-vol-1/ |
p soporific dullness ear listener what s tedium incarnate one person another person s passion delight however hoped least one range topics presented lull busy mind state sweet sleep br br introduction cori samuel p |
| 705 |
690 |
881 |
O Pioneers! |
Willa Sibert Cather |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<br /><em>O Pioneers!</em> tells the story of the Bergsons, a family of Swedish immigrants in the farm country near Hanover, Nebraska, (a fictional town near Glenvil) around the turn of the 20th century. The main character, Alexandra Bergson, inherits the family farmland when her father dies, and she devotes her life to making the farm a viable enterprise at a time when other immigrant families are giving up and leaving the prairie. The novel also concerns two romantic relationships - one between Alexandra and family friend Carl Lindstrom, and another between Alexandra's brother Emil and the married Marie Shabata. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/o-pioneers-by-willa-cather/ |
br em o pioneers em tells story bergsons family swedish immigrants farm country near hanover nebraska a fictional town near glenvil around turn 20th century main character alexandra bergson inherits family farmland father dies devotes life making farm viable enterprise time immigrant families giving leaving prairie novel also concerns two romantic relationships one alexandra family friend carl lindstrom another alexandra s brother emil married marie shabata summary wikipedia br br |
| 706 |
691 |
882 |
Circular Staircase |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Mary Roberts Rinehart (1876-1958) was a prolific American writer of popular mysteries. <i>The Circular Staircase</i> was originally published in 1908 and includes all the elements of the classic whodunit – mysterious events, ghostly apparitions, things that go bump in the night and murder. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-circular-staircase-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
p mary roberts rinehart 1876 1958 prolific american writer popular mysteries i the circular staircase i originally published 1908 includes elements classic whodunit mysterious events ghostly apparitions things go bump night murder summary j m smallheer p |
| 707 |
692 |
883 |
Heavenly Life |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
James Allen’s most famous work, As A Man Thinketh, has gained almost cult status among those studying spiritual mysticism. He wrote all of his works without copyright for the benefit of man, and this work, The Heavenly Life, one of his more obscure writings, contains the wisdom of the meaning of spiritual oneness with God. <p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-heavenly-life-by-james-allen/ |
james allen s famous work man thinketh gained almost cult status among studying spiritual mysticism wrote works without copyright benefit man work heavenly life one obscure writings contains wisdom meaning spiritual oneness god p |
| 708 |
693 |
884 |
Story of My Life |
Helen Keller |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The Story of My Life is a personal account of Helen Keller's life, from her early days to those as an adult. It includes how she came to meet her teacher Ann Sullivan, and learnt to communicate using the manual alphabet. It then goes on to chronicle her days as a college student. (Summary by Maria)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-my-life-by-helen-keller/ |
p the story life personal account helen keller s life early days adult includes came meet teacher ann sullivan learnt communicate using manual alphabet goes chronicle days college student summary maria p |
| 709 |
694 |
885 |
Beasts and Super-Beasts |
Saki |
Short Stories |
Saki (December 18, 1870 – November 14, 1916) was the pen name of British author Hector Hugh Munro. Saki's world contrasts the effete conventions and hypocrisies of Edwardian England with the ruthless but straightforward life-and-death struggle?????s of nature. Nature generally wins in the end. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/beasts-and-super-beasts-by-saki/ |
saki december 18 1870 november 14 1916 pen name british author hector hugh munro saki s world contrasts effete conventions hypocrisies edwardian england ruthless straightforward life and death struggle s nature nature generally wins end summary wikipedia p |
| 710 |
695 |
887 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. II |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
\nThe History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. Volume I was published in 1776, and went through six printings (a remarkable feat for its time). Volumes II and III were published in 1781; volumes IV, V, VI in 1788-89. The original volumes were published as quartos, a common publishing practice of the time.</p>\n\nThe books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behaviour and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell.</p>\n\nGibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-decline-and-fall-of-the-roman-empire-vol-ii-by-edward-gibbon/ |
history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon volume published 1776 went six printings a remarkable feat time volumes ii iii published 1781 volumes iv v vi 1788 89 original volumes published quartos common publishing practice time p books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behaviour decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell p gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikipedia p |
| 711 |
696 |
890 |
Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man |
James Joyce |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>This is James Joyce's first novel, the semi-autobiographical story of a young Irish boy who struggles with family, country, and religion to become an artist and a man. (Summary by Peter Bobbe)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-portrait-of-the-artist-as-a-young-man-by-james-joyce/ |
p this james joyce s first novel semi autobiographical story young irish boy struggles family country religion become artist man summary peter bobbe p |
| 712 |
697 |
891 |
Leaves of Grass |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry |
<p> American poet Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass, is a collection of poems notable for its frank delight in and praise of the senses, during a time when such candid displays were considered immoral. Where much previous poetry, especially English, relied on symbolism, allegory, and meditation on the religious and spiritual, Leaves of Grass exalted the body and the material world.\n<br><br>\n Whitman was inspired to begin Leaves of Grass after reading an essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson which expressed a need for a uniquely American poet. When the book was first published, Whitman sent a copy to Emerson, whose praiseful letter of response helped launch the book to success. Whitman’s hero, Abraham Lincoln, read and enjoyed an early version of Leaves of Grass. Despite such high recommendations, Whitman faced charges of obscenity and immorality for his work, but this only led to increased popularity of the book.\n<br><br>\n Whitman continually revised and republished Leaves of Grass throughout his lifetime, notably adding the “Drum-Taps” section after Lincoln’s assassination. The book grew from 12 poems in its first publication, which Whitman paid for and typeset himself, to nearly 400 poems in its final, “Death Bed Edition.” This recording is of the final edition.\n (Summary adapted from wikipedia.org by Annie Coleman)\n</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/leaves-of-grass-by-walt-whitman/ |
p american poet walt whitman s leaves grass collection poems notable frank delight praise senses time candid displays considered immoral much previous poetry especially english relied symbolism allegory meditation religious spiritual leaves grass exalted body material world br br whitman inspired begin leaves grass reading essay ralph waldo emerson expressed need uniquely american poet book first published whitman sent copy emerson whose praiseful letter response helped launch book success whitman s hero abraham lincoln read enjoyed early version leaves grass despite high recommendations whitman faced charges obscenity immorality work led increased popularity book br br whitman continually revised republished leaves grass throughout lifetime notably adding drum taps section lincoln s assassination book grew 12 poems first publication whitman paid typeset himself nearly 400 poems final death bed edition recording final edition summary adapted wikipedia org annie coleman p |
| 713 |
698 |
892 |
Favourite Chapters Collection 001 |
Various |
General Fiction |
<p>A collection of LibriVox volunteers’ favourite chapters. Some were chosen for being the key chapter in a great novel, others for the wonderful clarity with which great ideas are expressed, and still others because the reader did a wonderful job. Whatever the reason they were chosen, we hope they will give you as much pleasure as they did us. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favourite-chapters-collection-001/ |
p a collection librivox volunteers favourite chapters chosen key chapter great novel others wonderful clarity great ideas expressed still others reader wonderful job whatever reason chosen hope give much pleasure us summary david barnes p |
| 714 |
699 |
893 |
Short Poetry Collection 022 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 022: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-022/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 022 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 715 |
704 |
898 |
Familiar Letters on Chemistry |
Justus von Liebig |
Chemistry |
Justus von Liebig (1803-1873) was a German chemist who made major contributions to agricultural and biological chemistry and is known for his discovery of nitrogen as an essential plant nutrient. These letters “were written for the especial purpose of exciting the attention of governments, and an enlightened public, to the necessity of establishing Schools of Chemistry, and of promoting by every means, the study of a science so intimately connected with the arts, pursuits, and social well-being of modern civilised nations.” (Summary by Wikipedia and J.M. Smallheer)<p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/familiar-letters-on-chemistry-by-justus-liebig/ |
justus von liebig 1803 1873 german chemist made major contributions agricultural biological chemistry known discovery nitrogen essential plant nutrient letters were written especial purpose exciting attention governments enlightened public necessity establishing schools chemistry promoting every means study science intimately connected arts pursuits social well being modern civilised nations summary wikipedia j m smallheer p |
| 716 |
705 |
899 |
Concerning Virgins |
Saint Ambrose |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Concerning Virgins (De Virginibus) is a series of letters, compiled into three “books,” St. Ambrose wrote to his sister, Manellia, These, perhaps Ambrose's earliest writings, were written in 377 CE. Written in a rather light-handed non-technical style they appear as ethical guides to women who are contemplating entering nunneries. More importantly, they set the tone for Ambrose's later writing on ethics. Concerning Virgins was referred to by other patristic writers including St. Jerome, St Augustine and Cassian, and are now included in the extra-biblical cannon of the early church fathers. (Summary by Gary Gilberd)</p>\n |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-virgins-by-saint-ambrose/ |
p concerning virgins de virginibus series letters compiled three books st ambrose wrote sister manellia these perhaps ambrose s earliest writings written 377 ce written rather light handed non technical style appear ethical guides women contemplating entering nunneries importantly set tone ambrose s later writing ethics concerning virgins referred patristic writers including st jerome st augustine cassian included extra biblical cannon early church fathers summary gary gilberd p |
| 717 |
706 |
900 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (version 3) |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction |
"Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank, and of having nothing to do ..." .. and from that moment onward we drift with Alice into another world. When she sees a White Rabbit as it runs through the tall grass (looking worriedly at the watch it takes from its waist-coat pocket), she runs after it and drops into a strange dream. The world is full of chatty animals, from a rather stand-offish hookah-smoking caterpillar to the friendly Cheshire Cat which only sometimes goes to the bother of having a body. And everyone seems to be ordering her about ... or telling her to recite poetry! ... and all those verses that she once knew so well seem strangely distorted.<br /><br />In this book and in "Through the Looking Glass", Lewis Carroll affectionately brought together many of the wonderful stories he told to Alice and her sisters on long summer boating trips. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll-3/ |
alice beginning get tired sitting sister bank nothing moment onward drift alice another world sees white rabbit runs tall grass looking worriedly watch takes waist coat pocket runs drops strange dream world full chatty animals rather stand offish hookah smoking caterpillar friendly cheshire cat sometimes goes bother body everyone seems ordering telling recite poetry verses knew well seem strangely distorted br br in book through looking glass lewis carroll affectionately brought together many wonderful stories told alice sisters long summer boating trips summary peter yearsley p |
| 718 |
707 |
901 |
Hound of the Baskervilles |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />What really killed Sir Charles Baskerville? Is his nephew, Sir Henry, in danger from the legendary family curse, a gigantic black hound? Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are on the case in this classic mystery, set on lonely Dartmoor in Devonshire. Neolithic ruins, a perilous quagmire, eerie sounds in the night, and (of course) fog all add to the fun, with an escaped convict thrown in for good measure. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-by-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
br what really killed sir charles baskerville nephew sir henry danger legendary family curse gigantic black hound sherlock holmes dr watson case classic mystery set lonely dartmoor devonshire neolithic ruins perilous quagmire eerie sounds night of course fog add fun escaped convict thrown good measure summary laurie anne walden br br |
| 719 |
708 |
902 |
Sorrows of Young Werther |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epistolary Fiction, Romance |
<p>The Sorrows of Young Werther (German, Die Leiden des jungen Werther, originally published as Die Leiden des jungen Werthers) is an epistolary and loosely autobiographical novel by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, first published in 1774. The story follows the life and sorrows of Werther after he falls desperately in love with a young woman who is married to another. A climactic scene prominently features Goethe's own German translation of a portion of James Macpherson's Ossian cycle of poems, which had originally been presented as translations of ancient works, and was later found to have been written by Macpherson. (Introduction by Wikipedia and Barry Eads)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-sorrows-of-young-werther-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p the sorrows young werther german die leiden des jungen werther originally published die leiden des jungen werthers epistolary loosely autobiographical novel johann wolfgang von goethe first published 1774 story follows life sorrows werther falls desperately love young woman married another climactic scene prominently features goethe s german translation portion james macpherson s ossian cycle poems originally presented translations ancient works later found written macpherson introduction wikipedia barry eads p |
| 720 |
709 |
903 |
Blue Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. -Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
andrew lang s blue fairy book 1889 beautifully produced illustrated edition fairy tales become classic followed many collections fairy tales collectively known andrew lang s fairy books wikipedia p |
| 721 |
776 |
987 |
Oomphel in the Sky |
H. Beam Piper |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<P>Natives of the distant planet of Kwannon believe that their world is about to end, and in preparing for the apocalypse, may be unnecessarily bringing about their own demise. The planetary government can’t overcome its own bureaucracy to help them, and the military is overwhelmed. Can a single newsman change the course of a whole people, and save their world? (by Mark Nelson)</P> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/oomphel-in-the-sky-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p natives distant planet kwannon believe world end preparing apocalypse may unnecessarily bringing demise planetary government can t overcome bureaucracy help them military overwhelmed single newsman change course whole people save world by mark nelson p |
| 722 |
710 |
904 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 4 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.<br /><br />Las clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. (Summary by Fedra) <p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/las-fabulas-de-esopo-vol-04/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish br br las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español summary fedra p |
| 723 |
711 |
906 |
Match |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>A Matc</em>h by Algernon Charles Swinburne. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 11th, 2007.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/a-match-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em a matc em h algernon charles swinburne weekly poetry project week february 11th 2007 br br |
| 724 |
712 |
907 |
African-American Collection |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies |
<p>This collection recognizes Black History Month, February 2007. Two excellent resources for public domain African American writing are <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/African_American_Writers_(Bookshelf)">African American Writers (Bookshelf)</a> and <a href="http://www.bartleby.com/269/">The Book of American Negro Poetry</a>, edited by James Weldon Johnson. Johnson's collection inspired the Harlem Renaissance generation to establish a firm African-American literary tradition in the United States. (Summary by Alan)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/african-american-collection-july-2007/ |
p this collection recognizes black history month february 2007 two excellent resources public domain african american writing a href http www gutenberg org wiki african_american_writers_ bookshelf african american writers bookshelf a a href http www bartleby com 269 the book american negro poetry a edited james weldon johnson johnson s collection inspired harlem renaissance generation establish firm african american literary tradition united states summary alan p |
| 725 |
713 |
909 |
Tik-Tok of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Betsy Bobbin encounters many strange and exciting adventures and people in the land of Oz; a side-plot is Queen Ann of Oogaboo's mission to take over Oz. (Summary by Ryan T.)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/tik-tok-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p betsy bobbin encounters many strange exciting adventures people land oz side plot queen ann oogaboo s mission take oz summary ryan t p |
| 726 |
714 |
911 |
Wuthering Heights |
Emily Brontë |
Romance |
<p>A tale of passion set in the bleak Yorkshire moors in mid 19thC, far from the Victorian uprightness, Wuthering Heights depicts the mutual love of Catherine and Heathcliff till destruction rends the narration; yet cruelty is only to be met with forgiveness in the following generations. Romantic, impassioned and wild, it is also a dark journey in the human soul. </p><br>(Summary by Lady Maria).</br> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/wuthering-heights-by-emily-bronte/ |
p a tale passion set bleak yorkshire moors mid 19thc far victorian uprightness wuthering heights depicts mutual love catherine heathcliff till destruction rends narration yet cruelty met forgiveness following generations romantic impassioned wild also dark journey human soul p br summary lady maria br |
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715 |
912 |
Short Poetry Collection 023 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 023: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-023/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 023 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 728 |
716 |
913 |
Leonce und Lena |
Georg Büchner |
Plays |
<p>Das 1895 uraufgeführte Lustspiel Leonce und Lena von Georg Büchner setzt sich an Hand der Liebesgeschichte der Königskinder Leonce und Lena sartirisch mit Sinn und Rolle des Einzelnen im gesellschaftlichen Gefüge auseinander.\nSowohl dem gelangweilten, sinnsuchenden Prinz Leonce, als auch der depressiv, erduldenden Prinzessin Lena, ist die zwischen ihnen arrangierte Hochzeit unerträglich.\nUnabhängig von einander fliehen sie nach Italien und stellen bei einem zufälligen Treffen, ohne Kenntnis der jeweils anderen Identität, fest, dass sie füreinander bestimmt sind.\nAls Automaten verkleidet lassen sie sich schlieβlich an Stelle des vermeintlich abwesenden Brautpaars bei Leonce und Lenas Hochzeitsfeierlichkeiten trauen und erkennen erst hinterher die schicksalhafte Fügung.\n(Zusammenfassung von Franziska)</p>\n\n<b>Die Rollen wurden gelesen von: </b><br>\n\n<i>König Peter vom Reiche Popo</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1138">Karsten Roeseler</a><br>\n<i>Prinz Leonce vom Reiche Popo</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/145">Carsten Thiel</a><br>\n<i>Prinzessin Lena vom Reiche Pipi</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1139">Franziska Glaβmeier</a><br>\n<i>Valerio</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1140">Lars Kasper</a><br>\n<i>Die Gouvernante</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1141">Kirstin Strokorb</a><br>\n<i>Der Hofmeister</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1142">Jakob Bierwagen</a><br>\n<i>Der Ceremonienmeister</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1143">Sabrina Kombrink</a><br>\n<i>Der Präsident des Staatsraths</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1142">Jakob Bierwagen</a><br>\n<i>Der Hofprediger</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1143">Sabrina Kombrink</a><br>\n<i>Der Landrath</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1144">Thorsten Trieschmann</a><br>\n<i>Der Schulmeister</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1145">Andre Schlipp</a><br>\n<i>Rosetta</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1143">Sabrina Kombrink</a><br>\n<i>Erster Kammerdiener</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1144">Thorsten Trieschmann</a><br>\n<i>Zweiter Kammerdiener</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1145">Andre Schlipp</a><br>\n<i>Erster Bedienter</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1146">Anne Tomczak</a><br>\n<i>Zweiter Bedienter</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1147">Christiane Strokorb</a><br>\n<i>Regieanweisungen</i> – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1148">Daniel Rettstadt</a><br><br>\n |
German |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/leonce-und-lena-by-georg-buchner/ |
p das 1895 uraufgeführte lustspiel leonce und lena von georg büchner setzt sich hand der liebesgeschichte der königskinder leonce und lena sartirisch mit sinn und rolle des einzelnen im gesellschaftlichen gefüge auseinander sowohl dem gelangweilten sinnsuchenden prinz leonce als auch der depressiv erduldenden prinzessin lena ist die zwischen ihnen arrangierte hochzeit unerträglich unabhängig von einander fliehen sie nach italien und stellen bei einem zufälligen treffen ohne kenntnis der jeweils anderen identität fest dass sie füreinander bestimmt sind als automaten verkleidet lassen sie sich schlieβlich stelle des vermeintlich abwesenden brautpaars bei leonce und lenas hochzeitsfeierlichkeiten trauen und erkennen erst hinterher die schicksalhafte fügung zusammenfassung von franziska p b die rollen wurden gelesen von b br i könig peter vom reiche popo i a href http librivox org reader 1138 karsten roeseler a br i prinz leonce vom reiche popo i a href http librivox org reader 145 carsten thiel a br i prinzessin lena vom reiche pipi i a href http librivox org reader 1139 franziska glaβmeier a br i valerio i a href http librivox org reader 1140 lars kasper a br i die gouvernante i a href http librivox org reader 1141 kirstin strokorb a br i der hofmeister i a href http librivox org reader 1142 jakob bierwagen a br i der ceremonienmeister i a href http librivox org reader 1143 sabrina kombrink a br i der präsident des staatsraths i a href http librivox org reader 1142 jakob bierwagen a br i der hofprediger i a href http librivox org reader 1143 sabrina kombrink a br i der landrath i a href http librivox org reader 1144 thorsten trieschmann a br i der schulmeister i a href http librivox org reader 1145 andre schlipp a br i rosetta i a href http librivox org reader 1143 sabrina kombrink a br i erster kammerdiener i a href http librivox org reader 1144 thorsten trieschmann a br i zweiter kammerdiener i a href http librivox org reader 1145 andre schlipp a br i erster bedienter i a href http librivox org reader 1146 anne tomczak a br i zweiter bedienter i a href http librivox org reader 1147 christiane strokorb a br i regieanweisungen i a href http librivox org reader 1148 daniel rettstadt a br br |
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717 |
914 |
Little Wars |
H. G. Wells |
War & Military Fiction |
A Game for Boys from twelve years of age to one hundred and fifty and for that more intelligent sort of girl who likes boys' games and books. With an Appendix on Kriegspiel<br /><br />\nMiniature wargaming got its start with the publication in 1913 of this thoroughly entertaining little account of how H.G. Wells, with certain of his friends, took their childhood toys and turned play into acceptable middle-aged sport by subjecting the exercise to the civilizing influence of actual rules.<br /><br />While wargaming progressed far past these beginnings, Wells observes how "little wars" with even his elementary rules can suggest the wholesale crudity of the real thing.<br />"You have only to play at Little Wars three or four times to realise just what a blundering thing Great War must be. Great War is at present, I am convinced, not only the most expensive game in the universe, but it is a game out of all proportion. Not only are the masses of men and material and suffering and inconvenience too monstrously big for reason, but--the available heads we have for it, are too small. That, I think, is the most pacific realisation conceivable, and Little War brings you to it as nothing else but Great War can do."<br /><br />Wells leaves almost hanging the tantalizing concept that we might someday simulate war, as an instrument of international decision-making, rather than practice actual combat. <br /><br />But most of this book is just the fun of evicting the boys from the playroom and spending happy days there, away from the "skirt-swishers", developing the framework under which two gentlemen might meet and accumulate boastable victories! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/little-wars-by-hg-wells/ |
game boys twelve years age one hundred fifty intelligent sort girl likes boys games books appendix kriegspiel br br miniature wargaming got start publication 1913 thoroughly entertaining little account h g wells certain friends took childhood toys turned play acceptable middle aged sport subjecting exercise civilizing influence actual rules br br while wargaming progressed far past beginnings wells observes little wars even elementary rules suggest wholesale crudity real thing br you play little wars three four times realise blundering thing great war must be great war present convinced expensive game universe game proportion masses men material suffering inconvenience monstrously big reason but the available heads it small that think pacific realisation conceivable little war brings nothing else great war do br br wells leaves almost hanging tantalizing concept might someday simulate war instrument international decision making rather practice actual combat br br but book fun evicting boys playroom spending happy days there away skirt swishers developing framework two gentlemen might meet accumulate boastable victories summary mark f smith p |
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720 |
918 |
Selected Lullabies of Eugene Field |
Eugene Field |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
<p>The sweetest songs the world has ever heard are the lullabies that have been crooned above its cradles. The music of Beethoven and Mozart, of Mendelssohn and Schumann may perish, but so long as mothers sing their babies to sleep the melody of cradle lullabies will remain. Of all English and American writers the one who sang most often and most exquisitely these cradle songs was Eugene Field, the children's poet. His verses not only have charm as poetry, but a distinct song quality and a naive fancy that is both childlike and appealing. That they were written out of Eugene Field's deep and genuine love of children and out of his sympathetic understanding of their wondering minds is evident from the fact that his lullabies have taken a high and what seems to be a permanent place in the world's classic literature of childhood. (Excerpted by Becky Miller from the Introduction by Edwin Osgood Grover to “Cradle Lullabies” by Eugene Field, published in 1909)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/selected-lullabies-by-eugene-field/ |
p the sweetest songs world ever heard lullabies crooned cradles music beethoven mozart mendelssohn schumann may perish long mothers sing babies sleep melody cradle lullabies remain english american writers one sang often exquisitely cradle songs eugene field children s poet verses charm poetry distinct song quality naive fancy childlike appealing written eugene field s deep genuine love children sympathetic understanding wondering minds evident fact lullabies taken high seems permanent place world s classic literature childhood excerpted becky miller introduction edwin osgood grover cradle lullabies eugene field published 1909 p |
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721 |
919 |
Miscellaneous Essays of Thomas de Quincey |
Thomas de Quincey |
Essays & Short Works |
The Hunter Thompson of the 19th Century, de Quincey is best known for his Confessions of an English Opium Eater (an activity shared with his hero, Samuel Coleridge, much to Wordsworth’s dismay). However, de Quincey’s literary genius is best captured in his essays, which, according to Wikipedia: His immediate influence extended to Edgar Allan Poe, Fitz Hugh Ludlow and Charles Baudelaire, but even major 20th century writers such as Jorge Luis Borges admired and claimed to be partly influenced by his work. (written by TTM)<p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/miscellaneous-essays-by-thomas-de-quincey/ |
hunter thompson 19th century de quincey best known confessions english opium eater an activity shared hero samuel coleridge much wordsworth s dismay however de quincey s literary genius best captured essays which according wikipedia immediate influence extended edgar allan poe fitz hugh ludlow charles baudelaire even major 20th century writers jorge luis borges admired claimed partly influenced work written ttm p |
| 732 |
722 |
921 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 011 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 011: a collection of 10 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-011/ |
librivox s short story collection 011 collection 10 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 733 |
723 |
922 |
Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight |
Vachel Lindsay |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight by Vachel Lindsay. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 18th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-walks-at-midnight-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings abraham lincoln walks midnight vachel lindsay weekly poetry project week february 18th 2007 br br |
| 734 |
724 |
923 |
Short Poetry Collection 024 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<br />Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 024: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-024/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 024 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 735 |
725 |
924 |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Collection Vol. 001 |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Single author |
A collection to celebrate Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 200th birthday, on 27th February, 2007.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/henry-wadsworth-longfellow-collection-001/ |
collection celebrate henry wadsworth longfellow s 200th birthday 27th february 2007 p |
| 736 |
726 |
925 |
Tales of Terror and Mystery |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Though Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is best known for his detective stories, he also wrote other short stories which are masterpieces of mystery and suspense. In some of the stories in "Tales of Terror and Mystery", a suppressed uneasiness gradually builds up and evolves into sheer terror. In others, the story line unexpectedly changes and comes to a horrific conclusion.</p><p>Sit back in the comfort of your armchair and let yourself be transported to the strange but compelling world created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.</p> \n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-terror-and-mystery-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p though sir arthur conan doyle best known detective stories also wrote short stories masterpieces mystery suspense stories tales terror mystery suppressed uneasiness gradually builds evolves sheer terror others story line unexpectedly changes comes horrific conclusion p p sit back comfort armchair let transported strange compelling world created sir arthur conan doyle p |
| 737 |
727 |
926 |
Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder |
James De Mille |
Fantasy Fiction |
<p>"A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder" is the most popular of James De Mille's works. It was serialized posthumously in Harper's Weekly, and published in book form by Harper and Brothers of New York City in 1888. This satiric romance is the story of Adam More, a British sailor. Shipwrecked in Antarctica, he stumbles upon a tropical lost world of prehistoric animals, plants, and a cult of death-worshipping primitives. He also finds a highly developed human society which has reversed the values of Victorian society. Wealth is scorned and poverty revered; death and darkness are preferrable to life and light. Rather than accumulating wealth, the natives seek to divest themselves of it as quickly as possible. At the beginning of each year, the government imposes wealth (the burden of "reverse taxation") upon its unfortunate subjects as a form of punishment. A secondary plot about the four yachtsmen who find the manuscript forms a frame for the central narrative. \n[Condensed from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Strange_Manuscript_Found_in_a_Copper_Cylinder ]</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-strange-manuscript-found-in-a-copper-cylinder-by-james-de-mille/ |
p a strange manuscript found copper cylinder popular james de mille s works serialized posthumously harper s weekly published book form harper brothers new york city 1888 satiric romance story adam more british sailor shipwrecked antarctica stumbles upon tropical lost world prehistoric animals plants cult death worshipping primitives also finds highly developed human society reversed values victorian society wealth scorned poverty revered death darkness preferrable life light rather accumulating wealth natives seek divest quickly possible beginning year government imposes wealth the burden reverse taxation upon unfortunate subjects form punishment secondary plot four yachtsmen find manuscript forms frame central narrative condensed http en wikipedia org wiki a_strange_manuscript_found_in_a_copper_cylinder p |
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735 |
936 |
Perpetual Peace: A Philosophic Essay (Hastie Translation) |
Immanuel Kant |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
This essay, written in 1795, puts forth a plan for a lasting peace between nations and peoples. Kant puts forth necessary means to any peace, and argues that nations can be brought into federation with one another without loss of sovereignty. In one translation, telling of the historical impact of this essay, this federation is called a “league of nations.” </p>\n\nThe supplements and appendices are of considerable interest on their own. The supplements contain an argument regarding the use which nature makes of war, and the way in which nature, in the end, impels us towards peace. The appendices return to the question of whether his theory is mere theory, or whether it bears translation into practice. In this, he distinguishes between the moral politician and the political moralist, pointing out ways in which practical considerations conceal and excuse behavior that leads us towards discord and war. </p>\n\nThis essay continues to be relevant, and of great importance today, much to our shame. We hope still to find the perpetual peace which Kant argued as a obligatory goal, and we still have need of fear that we will, as Kant warned, “find Perpetual Peace only in the wide grave which is to cover all the abomination of the deeds of violence and their authors.” (Summary by D.E. Wittkower)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/perpetual-peace-by-immanuel-kant/ |
essay written 1795 puts forth plan lasting peace nations peoples kant puts forth necessary means peace argues nations brought federation one another without loss sovereignty one translation telling historical impact essay federation called league nations p supplements appendices considerable interest own supplements contain argument regarding use nature makes war way nature end impels us towards peace appendices return question whether theory mere theory whether bears translation practice this distinguishes moral politician political moralist pointing ways practical considerations conceal excuse behavior leads us towards discord war p essay continues relevant great importance today much shame hope still find perpetual peace kant argued obligatory goal still need fear will kant warned find perpetual peace wide grave cover abomination deeds violence authors summary d e wittkower p |
| 739 |
728 |
929 |
Many Voices (selection from) |
E. Nesbit |
Poetry |
E. Nesbit (Edith Bland) was a prodigious 19th century children’s writer who produced over 60 books of fiction for children. This book of poems has many elements which would appeal to children but there’s also some exploration of her feelings of love, lust and longing which your average 10 year old would find downright yucky. There are also moments of joy, moments of sugary sweetness and moments of sharp insight in this collection which contains views from many angles. Recurring themes of love, death, gardens and fairies give us a fine insight into the lively imagination of E. Nesbit. (Summary by Jim Mowatt.) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/selection-from-many-voices-by-e-nesbit/ |
e nesbit edith bland prodigious 19th century children s writer produced 60 books fiction children book poems many elements would appeal children there s also exploration feelings love lust longing average 10 year old would find downright yucky also moments joy moments sugary sweetness moments sharp insight collection contains views many angles recurring themes love death gardens fairies give us fine insight lively imagination e nesbit summary jim mowatt p |
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729 |
930 |
Anne's House of Dreams |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<i>Anne's House of Dreams</i> is book five in the series, and chronicles Anne's early married life, as she and her childhood sweetheart Gilbert Blythe begin to build their life together. (Summary from Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
i anne s house dreams i book five series chronicles anne s early married life childhood sweetheart gilbert blythe begin build life together summary wikipedia p |
| 741 |
730 |
931 |
Sommer in London |
Theodor Fontane |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>Diese 35 kurzen Reiseberichte entstanden, als Theodor Fontane 1852 zum zweiten Mal nach London reiste. Die Stadt faszinierte ihn, und sowohl die guten als auch die abstoßenden Seiten des Großstadtlebens hielt er mit spitzer Feder fest. (Zusammenfassung von Julia Claussen)</p> |
German |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/ein-sommer-in-london-by-theodor-fontane/ |
p diese 35 kurzen reiseberichte entstanden als theodor fontane 1852 zum zweiten mal nach london reiste die stadt faszinierte ihn und sowohl die guten als auch die abstoßenden seiten des großstadtlebens hielt er mit spitzer feder fest zusammenfassung von julia claussen p |
| 742 |
731 |
932 |
On the Duties of the Clergy |
Saint Ambrose |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Composed about A.D. 391., this treatise of St. Ambrose may as well be called "Concerning Christian Virtues" as it practically offers to the reader a whole bouquet of Christian virtues. St. Ambrose, esteeming very highly the dignity of the ministerial office, was most desirous that the clergy of his diocese should live worthily of their high vocation, and be good and profitable examples to the people. The language of the book is eloquent, the style noble, the thought abundant in both imagery and rhetoric, and the philosophical and moral contents - pithy, fragrant and heart-commanding. (Summary by Euthymius)</p> |
English |
391 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-duties-of-the-clergy-by-saint-ambrose/ |
p composed a d 391 treatise st ambrose may well called concerning christian virtues practically offers reader whole bouquet christian virtues st ambrose esteeming highly dignity ministerial office desirous clergy diocese live worthily high vocation good profitable examples people language book eloquent style noble thought abundant imagery rhetoric philosophical moral contents pithy fragrant heart commanding summary euthymius p |
| 743 |
732 |
933 |
Monkey's Paw |
W. W. Jacobs |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Monkey’s Paw was written in 1902 by W.W. Jacobs. It’s a dark brooding tale which promises from the start that the light you see at the end of the tunnel is actually an oncoming train. Mr and Mrs White of Laburnum Villas step out toward that light by taking up the three wishes granted to the owner of the Monkey’s Paw. Terrible things have happened to previous owners of this artifact but surely the Whites will fare better than those who have gone before…\n\n (Summary by Jim Mowatt.)</p>\n |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-monkeys-paw-by-ww-jacobs/ |
monkey s paw written 1902 w w jacobs it s dark brooding tale promises start light see end tunnel actually oncoming train mr mrs white laburnum villas step toward light taking three wishes granted owner monkey s paw terrible things happened previous owners artifact surely whites fare better gone before summary jim mowatt p |
| 744 |
733 |
934 |
Thurley Ruxton |
Philip Verrill Mighels |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
<br />This is a rags to riches romance about an exceedingly beautiful, poor, young girl (Thurley Ruxton) who is mentored by one of New York’s elite hostesses. In order to draw them into her social circle, she allows all the famous and moneyed populous of Gothem to believe that Thurley is the princess Thurvinia hiding in New York to escape an arranged marriage. This causes all manner of high drama and romance with a suitable ending. (Summary by Paul Hansen)<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/thurley-ruxton-by-philip-verrill-mighels/ |
br this rags riches romance exceedingly beautiful poor young girl thurley ruxton mentored one new york s elite hostesses order draw social circle allows famous moneyed populous gothem believe thurley princess thurvinia hiding new york escape arranged marriage causes manner high drama romance suitable ending summary paul hansen br br |
| 745 |
734 |
935 |
On the Popular Judgment: That may be Right in Theory, but does not Hold Good in the Praxis |
Immanuel Kant |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
This tripartite essay – published variously as “On the Popular Judgment” (J. Richardson trans.), “On the Old Saw” (E.B. Ashton trans.), or “On the Common Saying” (both M.J. Gregor and H.B. Nisbet) – Kant takes up the issue of the relation of theory to practice in three distinct ways. In the first, he replies to Christian Garve’s criticism of his moral theory, in the second, he distances himself from Thomas Hobbes, and in the third, Moses Mendelssohn. The three taken together are representative of the breadth of Kant’s moral and political thought; the first section being concerned with the individual, the second with the state, and the third with the species. Although this is, on the whole, a difficult piece to approach, the second and third sections are often read as a way into Kant’s political thought, and serve this purpose well, especially when read alongside his Perpetual Peace. (Summary by D.E. Wittkower.)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-popular-judgment-by-immanuel-kant/ |
tripartite essay published variously on popular judgment j richardson trans on old saw e b ashton trans on common saying both m j gregor h b nisbet kant takes issue relation theory practice three distinct ways first replies christian garve s criticism moral theory second distances thomas hobbes third moses mendelssohn three taken together representative breadth kant s moral political thought first section concerned individual second state third species although is whole difficult piece approach second third sections often read way kant s political thought serve purpose well especially read alongside perpetual peace summary d e wittkower p |
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2910 |
3291 |
Woman as Decoration |
Helen M. Urban |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<br />A guide for women to complement their dress to their surroundings, be it in their own home, on outings or on stage. (Summary by Julie VW)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/woman-as-decoration-by-emily-burbank/ |
br a guide women complement dress surroundings home outings stage summary julie vw br br |
| 747 |
736 |
937 |
More William |
Richmal Crompton |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The second of Crompton's series of 39 books about William Brown, our cheeky 11 year-old protagonist. A hero to some, a dastardly villain to others, this book is structured round a year in his life. Starting with William waking up on Christmas morning and ending with him going to sleep the following Christmas Eve, there are the usual round of misadventures, misunderstanding and general mayhem in between. When a boy like William wakes up under a motto that says "A Busy Day Is A Happy Day" alongside a copy of "Things A Boy Can Do", the chaos is just around the corner. Includes the very first William short story - "Rice Mould". Often dismissed as childrens literature, the first few books of William stories were probably aimed more at an adult audience. They resonate with a distinctly English humour, but there are obvious echoes from 'Tom Sawyer' and 'Huckleberry Finn'.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/more-william-by-richmal-crompton/ |
second crompton s series 39 books william brown cheeky 11 year old protagonist hero some dastardly villain others book structured round year life starting william waking christmas morning ending going sleep following christmas eve usual round misadventures misunderstanding general mayhem between boy like william wakes motto says a busy day happy day alongside copy things boy do chaos around corner includes first william short story rice mould often dismissed childrens literature first books william stories probably aimed adult audience resonate distinctly english humour obvious echoes tom sawyer huckleberry finn p |
| 748 |
737 |
938 |
Room with a View |
E. M. Forster |
Romance |
<p>When Lucy Honeychurch travels to Italy with her cousin, she meets George Emerson, a bohemian and an atheist who falls in love with her. Upon her return to England, she is forced to choose between free-spirited George and her more conventional fiancé, Cecil Vyse. The story is both a romance and a critique of English society at the beginning of the 20th century. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-room-with-a-view-by-em-forster/ |
p when lucy honeychurch travels italy cousin meets george emerson bohemian atheist falls love her upon return england forced choose free spirited george conventional fiancé cecil vyse story romance critique english society beginning 20th century summary wikipedia p |
| 749 |
738 |
939 |
Stalky & Co. |
Rudyard Kipling |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Rudyard Kipling published Stalky & Co. in 1899. Set at an English boarding school in a seaside town on the North Devon coast. (The town, Westward Ho!, is not only unusual in having an exclamation mark, but also in being itself named after a novel, by Charles Kingsley.) </p>\n\nThe book is a collection of linked short stories, with some information about the eponymous Stalky's later life. Beetle, one of the main trio, is said to be based on Kipling himself, while Stalky may be based on Lionel Dunsterville. </p>\n\nThe stories have elements of the macabre (dead cats), bullying and violence, and hints about sex, making them far from the childish or idealised world of the typical school story. Edmund Wilson, critic, in The Wound and the Bow, was both shocked and uncomprehending. </p>\n\nAdapted by Tim Bulkeley from the Wikipedia entry. <p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/stalky-and-co-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
rudyard kipling published stalky co 1899 set english boarding school seaside town north devon coast the town westward ho unusual exclamation mark also named novel charles kingsley p book collection linked short stories information eponymous stalky s later life beetle one main trio said based kipling himself stalky may based lionel dunsterville p stories elements macabre dead cats bullying violence hints sex making far childish idealised world typical school story edmund wilson critic wound bow shocked uncomprehending p adapted tim bulkeley wikipedia entry p |
| 750 |
739 |
940 |
Black Arrow - A Tale of the Two Roses |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Historical Fiction |
<p>The Black Arrow tells the story of Richard (Dick) Shelton during the Wars of the Roses: how he becomes a knight, rescues his lady Joanna Sedley, and obtains justice for the murder of his father, Sir Harry Shelton. Outlaws in\nTunstall Forest organized by Ellis Duckworth, whose weapon and calling card is a black arrow, cause Dick to suspect\nthat his guardian Sir Daniel Brackley and his retainers are responsible for his father's murder. Dick's suspicions\nare enough to turn Sir Daniel against him, so he has no recourse but to escape from Sir Daniel and join the outlaws\nof the Black Arrow against him. This struggle sweeps him up into the greater conflict surrounding them all.\nThe story of the Wars of the Roses is told in miniature by The Black Arrow. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-arrow-a-tale-of-two-roses/ |
p the black arrow tells story richard dick shelton wars roses becomes knight rescues lady joanna sedley obtains justice murder father sir harry shelton outlaws tunstall forest organized ellis duckworth whose weapon calling card black arrow cause dick suspect guardian sir daniel brackley retainers responsible father s murder dick s suspicions enough turn sir daniel him recourse escape sir daniel join outlaws black arrow him struggle sweeps greater conflict surrounding all story wars roses told miniature black arrow summary wikipedia p |
| 751 |
740 |
941 |
Children of the New Forest |
Frederick Marryat |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>The children of Colonel Beverley, a Cavalier officer killed at the Battle of Naseby are believed to have died in the flames when their house, Arnwood, is burned by Roundhead soldiers. However, they escape and are raised by Joseph Armitage, a gamekeeper in his cottage in the New Forest. The story describes how the children adapt from an aristocratic lifestyle to that of simple cottagers. The children are concealed as the grandchildren of Armitage.<p></p>Eventually after Armitage's death, Edward Beverley leaves and works as a secretary for the sympathetic Puritan placed in charge of the Royal land in the New Forest. He then joins the army of the future King Charles II and after the Royalist defeat at the Battle of Worcester, he escapes to France and lives in exile until the Restoration.<p></p>His brother and siblings continue to live in the New Forest and they are reunited on the King's return. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-children-of-the-new-forest-by-frederick-marryat/ |
p the children colonel beverley cavalier officer killed battle naseby believed died flames house arnwood burned roundhead soldiers however escape raised joseph armitage gamekeeper cottage new forest story describes children adapt aristocratic lifestyle simple cottagers children concealed grandchildren armitage p p eventually armitage s death edward beverley leaves works secretary sympathetic puritan placed charge royal land new forest joins army future king charles ii royalist defeat battle worcester escapes france lives exile restoration p p his brother siblings continue live new forest reunited king s return summary wikipedia p |
| 752 |
792 |
1003 |
Lines Written in Early Spring |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of Lines Written in Early Spring by William Wordsworth. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 25th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/lines-written-in-early-spring-by-william-wordsworth/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings lines written early spring william wordsworth weekly poetry project week march 25th 2007 br br |
| 753 |
741 |
942 |
Pickwick Papers |
Charles Dickens |
Satire |
The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, better known as The Pickwick Papers, is the first novel by Charles Dickens. Written for publication as a serial, The Pickwick Papers consists of a sequence of loosely-related adventures. Its main literary value and appeal is formed by its numerous unforgettable heroes. Each personage in The Pickwick Papers (just as in many other Dickens' novels) is drawn comically, often with exaggerated features of character. (Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-pickwick-papers-by-charles-dickens/ |
posthumous papers pickwick club better known pickwick papers first novel charles dickens written publication serial pickwick papers consists sequence loosely related adventures main literary value appeal formed numerous unforgettable heroes personage pickwick papers just many dickens novels drawn comically often exaggerated features character wikipedia p |
| 754 |
742 |
944 |
Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding |
David Hume |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>The Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding is a shortened and simplified version of Hume's masterpiece A Treatise of Human Nature. It sought to reach a wider audience, and to dispel some of the virulent criticism addressed toward the former book. In it, Hume explains his theory of epistemology, and argues against other current theories, including those of John Locke, George Berkeley, and Nicolas Malebranche. (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/an-enquiry-concerning-human-understanding-by-david-hume/ |
p the enquiry concerning human understanding shortened simplified version hume s masterpiece treatise human nature sought reach wider audience dispel virulent criticism addressed toward former book it hume explains theory epistemology argues current theories including john locke george berkeley nicolas malebranche summary kirsten ferreri p |
| 755 |
743 |
945 |
Short Poetry Collection 025 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox’s Short Poetry Collection 025: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-025/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 025 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 756 |
744 |
946 |
Old-Fashioned Girl |
Louisa May Alcott |
General |
<p>Polly Milton, a 14-year-old country girl, visits her friend Fanny Shaw and her wealthy family in the city for the first time. Poor Polly is overwhelmed by the splendor at the Shaws' and their urbanized, fashionable lifestyles, fancy clothes and some other habits she considers weird and, mostly, unlikable. However, Polly's warmth, support and kindness eventually win her the hearts of all the family members. Six years later, Polly comes back to the city to become a music teacher. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-fashioned-girl-by-lousia-may-alcott/ |
p polly milton 14 year old country girl visits friend fanny shaw wealthy family city first time poor polly overwhelmed splendor shaws urbanized fashionable lifestyles fancy clothes habits considers weird and mostly unlikable however polly s warmth support kindness eventually win hearts family members six years later polly comes back city become music teacher summary wikipedia p |
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745 |
947 |
Devil's Pool |
George Sand |
General Fiction |
<p>George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p>\n\n<p><small>Une version française est disponible : <a href="http://librivox.org/la-mare-au-diable-by-george-sand/">La mare au diable</a>.</small></p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-devils-pool-by-george-sand/ |
p george sand the pen name amantine lucile aurore dupin 1804 1876 famous flaunting conventions behavior expected women standing france time numerous romantic liaisons including long standing affair frederic chopin devil s pool published 1846 la mare au diable one several short pastoral novels drawn childhood experiences rural french region berri tells story young widower germain who insistence father in law sets remarry someone help raise three young children summary j m smallheer p p small une version française est disponible a href http librivox org la mare au diable by george sand la mare au diable a small p |
| 758 |
746 |
949 |
Ophelia |
Walter De la Mare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br /><em>Ophelia</em>, poem of the week for February 25, 2007; read here by twelve of our readers. This was published in 1920 in "Collected Poems 1901-1918" by Walter De la Mare.<br /><br />\n\nOphelia loved Hamlet, was repulsed by him, and went insane. She drowned in a stream, gathering flowers of remembrance. This is one of a number of poems that De La Mare wrote about Shakespeare characters. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/ophelia-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
br em ophelia em poem week february 25 2007 read twelve readers published 1920 collected poems 1901 1918 walter de la mare br br ophelia loved hamlet repulsed him went insane drowned stream gathering flowers remembrance one number poems de la mare wrote shakespeare characters summary peter yearsley br br |
| 759 |
747 |
950 |
Selection of Australian Poetry and Prose |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />A collection of Australian writing from the public domain.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-selection-of-australian-poetry-and-prose/ |
br a collection australian writing public domain br br |
| 760 |
748 |
951 |
Stepping Heavenward |
Elizabeth Prentiss |
Christian Fiction |
Stepping Heavenward is the journal of a girl named Katherine Mortimer. Katy meets a young man who she loves & wants to marry but her mother is very much against their plans. But Katy’s life goes on through her marriage & motherhood and many tragedies. Her life is a constant struggle to step heavenward.<p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/stepping-heavenward-by-e-prentiss/ |
stepping heavenward journal girl named katherine mortimer katy meets young man loves wants marry mother much plans katy s life goes marriage motherhood many tragedies life constant struggle step heavenward p |
| 761 |
749 |
952 |
Scarlet Letter |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Historical Fiction |
The story begins in seventeenth-century Salem, Massachusetts, then a Puritan settlement. A young woman, Hester Prynne, is led from the town prison with her infant daughter, Pearl, in her arms and the scarlet letter “A” on her breast. The scarlet letter "A" represents the act of adultery that she has committed; it is to be a symbol of her sin for all to see. She will not reveal her lover’s identity, however, and the scarlet letter, along with her public shaming, is her punishment for her sin and her secrecy. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-letter-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
story begins seventeenth century salem massachusetts puritan settlement young woman hester prynne led town prison infant daughter pearl arms scarlet letter a breast scarlet letter a represents act adultery committed symbol sin see reveal lover s identity however scarlet letter along public shaming punishment sin secrecy summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 762 |
750 |
954 |
Jack and Jill |
Louisa May Alcott |
Family |
<BR>Jack and Jill went up a hill<BR>\nTo coast with fun and laughter.<BR>\nJack fell down and broke his crown,<BR>\nAnd Jill came tumbling after.<BR><BR>\nWhen Jack and Jill tumble off of their sled on the first good snow of the season, their injuries cause them to be bedridden for many months putting an end to their fun and frolics. Their parents and friends fill their days with the joys of Christmas preparations, a theatrical production and many other imaginative events. Both learn how to become better friends to each other and their other school mates through their many trials. This is sure to become a family favorite! Summary by Mary Anderson.<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/jack-and-jill/ |
br jack jill went hill br coast fun laughter br jack fell broke crown br jill came tumbling after br br jack jill tumble sled first good snow season injuries cause bedridden many months putting end fun frolics parents friends fill days joys christmas preparations theatrical production many imaginative events learn become better friends school mates many trials sure become family favorite summary mary anderson p |
| 763 |
751 |
956 |
Burgess Animal Book for Children |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Science |
Peter Rabbit goes to school, with Mother Nature as his teacher. In this zoology book for children, Thornton W. Burgess describes the mammals of North America in the form of an entertaining story, including plenty of detail but omitting long scientific names. There is an emphasis on conservation. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-burgess-animal-book-for-children-by-thornton-w-burgess |
peter rabbit goes school mother nature teacher zoology book children thornton w burgess describes mammals north america form entertaining story including plenty detail omitting long scientific names emphasis conservation summary laurie anne walden p |
| 764 |
752 |
957 |
Scarlet Pimpernel |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>The classic story of Sir Percy Blakeney and his alter ego, the Scarlet Pimpernel. A great adventure, set during the French Revolution. (Summary by Karen Savage)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-pimpernel-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
p the classic story sir percy blakeney alter ego scarlet pimpernel great adventure set french revolution summary karen savage p |
| 765 |
753 |
958 |
Arabian Nights Entertainments, Volume 01 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The main frame story concerns a king and his new bride. The king, Shahryar, upon discovering his ex-wife's infidelity executes her and then declares all women to be unfaithful. He begins to marry a succession of virgins only to execute each one the next morning. Scheherazade agrees to marry him and each night, beginning on the night of their marriage, she tells the king a tale but does not end it so that the king keeps her alive in order to hear the next tale. The stories proceed from this original tale; some are framed within other tales, while others begin and end of their own accord. Some editions contain only a few hundred tales, while others include 1001 or more stories and "nights."\nWell known stories from the Nights include Aladdin, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-arabian-nights-entertainments-volume-01-by-anonymous/ |
p the main frame story concerns king new bride king shahryar upon discovering ex wife s infidelity executes declares women unfaithful begins marry succession virgins execute one next morning scheherazade agrees marry night beginning night marriage tells king tale end king keeps alive order hear next tale stories proceed original tale framed within tales others begin end accord editions contain hundred tales others include 1001 stories nights well known stories nights include aladdin ali baba forty thieves seven voyages sinbad sailor summary wikipedia p |
| 766 |
754 |
959 |
Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano |
Olaudah Equiano |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, written in 1789, is the autobiography of Olaudah Equiano. It discusses his time spent in slavery, serving primarily on galleys, documents his attempts at becoming an independent man through his study of the Bible, and his eventual success in gaining his own freedom and in business thereafter.<br /><br />The book contains an interesting discussion of slavery in West Africa and illustrates how the experience differs from the dehumanising slavery of the Americas. The Intereresting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano is also one of the first widely read slave narratives. It was generally reviewed favorably. (Wikipedia) <br /><br />This work was produced to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in Great Britain.<p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/the-interesting-narrative-of-the-life-of-olaudah-equiano-by-olaudah-equiano/ |
interesting narrative life olaudah equiano written 1789 autobiography olaudah equiano discusses time spent slavery serving primarily galleys documents attempts becoming independent man study bible eventual success gaining freedom business thereafter br br the book contains interesting discussion slavery west africa illustrates experience differs dehumanising slavery americas intereresting narrative life olaudah equiano also one first widely read slave narratives generally reviewed favorably wikipedia br br this work produced commemorate 200th anniversary abolition slave trade great britain p |
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755 |
960 |
Rainbow |
D. H. Lawrence |
General Fiction |
<p><i>The Rainbow</i> is a 1915 novel by British author D.H. Lawrence. It follows three generations of the Brangwen family, particularly focusing on the sexual dynamics of, and relations between, the characters. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-by-dh-lawrence/ |
p i the rainbow i 1915 novel british author d h lawrence follows three generations brangwen family particularly focusing sexual dynamics of relations between characters summary wikipedia p |
| 768 |
756 |
961 |
Miracles |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>Miracles</em>, by Walt Whitman. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 4th, 2007.</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/miracles-by-walt-whitman/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em miracles em walt whitman weekly poetry project week march 4th 2007 p |
| 769 |
757 |
963 |
Dubliners |
James Joyce |
Single Author Collections |
<p>Masterful short stories about life in Dublin at the turn of the century, by James Joyce. (Summary by Hugh McGuire)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dubliners-by-james-joyce/ |
p masterful short stories life dublin turn century james joyce summary hugh mcguire p |
| 770 |
758 |
964 |
Short Poetry Collection 026 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 026: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-026/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 026 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 771 |
1220 |
1472 |
Loss of the S. S. Titanic |
Lawrence Beesley |
Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
<p>This is a 1st hand account written by a survivor of the Titanic about that fateful night and the events leading up to it as well as the events that followed its sinking. - Summary written by Allyson Hester</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-loss-of-the-ss-titanic-by-lawrence-beesley/ |
p this 1st hand account written survivor titanic fateful night events leading well events followed sinking summary written allyson hester p |
| 772 |
759 |
965 |
Collected Works of Saint Patrick |
Saint Patrick |
Christianity - Other |
<p>\nSt. Patrick's Breastplate - This prayer is attributed to St. Patrick and his diciples. It is written with some celtic pagan elements, but is definitely a Christian prayer asking God for protection through daily life.<br><br>A Letter to the Soldiers of Coroticus - Patrick writes this letter to excommunicate the soldiers of Coroticus' army who pillaged villages in Ireland and forced many Christian converts into slavery.<br><br>Confession - A short autobiography by St. Patrick who tells of being abducted into slavery and taken to Ireland, the growth of his faith, his ministry as a bishop in ordaining many priests and baptising thousands of people, and a trial where he had to defend himself against his accusers. \n</p> |
English |
461 |
https://librivox.org/the-collected-works-of-saint-patrick-by-saint-patrick/ |
p st patrick s breastplate prayer attributed st patrick diciples written celtic pagan elements definitely christian prayer asking god protection daily life br br a letter soldiers coroticus patrick writes letter excommunicate soldiers coroticus army pillaged villages ireland forced many christian converts slavery br br confession short autobiography st patrick tells abducted slavery taken ireland growth faith ministry bishop ordaining many priests baptising thousands people trial defend accusers p |
| 773 |
760 |
966 |
Sign of the Four |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<P>When a young lady approaches Sherlock Holmes looking for help in finding out what happened to her father when he disappeared 10 years earlier, both Holmes and Watson are sent on a mission involving stolen treasure, service in colonial India and a secret pact among four ex-convicts. (Summary by Robin Cotter)</P> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-four-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle |
p when young lady approaches sherlock holmes looking help finding happened father disappeared 10 years earlier holmes watson sent mission involving stolen treasure service colonial india secret pact among four ex convicts summary robin cotter p |
| 774 |
761 |
967 |
Plague Ship |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
Lured by its exotic gems, the space trader Solar Queen lands on the little-known planet of Sargol, only to find the ruthless Inter-Solar Company there ahead of them. Adapting quickly to the culture of Sargol’s feline inhabitants, the crew of the Queen beat out their rivals and successfully make a deal with the natives. But soon after takeoff, the Queen’s crew is stricken with a plague, and they are now banned from landing on any inhabited planet. Will the Queen’s crew save themselves, or be condemned to drift forever through space? (Summary by Mark Nelson)<p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/plague-ship-by-andre-norton/ |
lured exotic gems space trader solar queen lands little known planet sargol find ruthless inter solar company ahead them adapting quickly culture sargol s feline inhabitants crew queen beat rivals successfully make deal natives soon takeoff queen s crew stricken plague banned landing inhabited planet queen s crew save themselves condemned drift forever space summary mark nelson p |
| 775 |
762 |
968 |
Dot and the Kangaroo |
Ethel C. Pedley |
Action & Adventure |
<br />Dot and the Kangaroo, written in 1899, is a children's book by Ethel C. Pedley about a little girl named Dot who gets lost in the Australian outback and is eventually befriended by a kangaroo and several other marsupials. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/dot-and-the-kangaroo-by-ethel-c-pedley/ |
br dot kangaroo written 1899 children s book ethel c pedley little girl named dot gets lost australian outback eventually befriended kangaroo several marsupials summary wikipedia br br |
| 776 |
763 |
969 |
Pride and Prejudice (version 5) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Pride and Prejudice, first published on 28 January 1813, is the most famous of Jane Austen's novels. It is one of the first romantic comedies in the history of the novel and its opening is one of the most famous lines in English literature —"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." [From Wikipedia]<br><br>Co-BC - Micah Sheppard<br>Cataloging - David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-v-4-by-jane-austen/ |
pride prejudice first published 28 january 1813 famous jane austen s novels one first romantic comedies history novel opening one famous lines english literature it truth universally acknowledged single man possession good fortune must want wife from wikipedia br br co bc micah sheppard br cataloging david lawrence p |
| 777 |
764 |
971 |
O, it was out by Donnycarney |
James Joyce |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>O, it was out by Donnycarney</em>, by James Joyce, in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 11th, 2007.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/o-it-was-out-by-donnycarney/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em o donnycarney em james joyce celebration st patrick s day weekly poetry project week march 11th 2007 p |
| 778 |
765 |
972 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 03 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le troisième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons. </p><p>This is the third book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.</p>\n<p>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-03-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
p voici le troisième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et ont été enregistrées par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p this third book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society p p summary ezwa p |
| 779 |
766 |
974 |
Pays des fourrures |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>En 1959, des officiers de la Compagnie de la Baie d'Hudson sont chargés d'aller fonder un fort au nord du 70e parallèle, au-delà du cercle polaire. <br>Le fort est établi sur le Cap Bathurst, qui semble être le lieu parfait.</br></p> <p>Malheureusement, ce cap n'est pas fait de terre, mais de glace, et lors d'une éruption volcanique, le cap se détache du continent et part à la dérive, emportant tous ses occupants avec lui. <br>Cela se gâte encore plus quand arrive le printemps et que le glaçon commence à fondre...</br></p> <br>(Résumé de Wikipedia)</br> |
French |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/le-pays-des-fourrures-de-jules-verne-0712/ |
p en 1959 des officiers de la compagnie de la baie d hudson sont chargés d aller fonder un fort au nord du 70e parallèle au delà du cercle polaire br le fort est établi sur le cap bathurst qui semble être le lieu parfait br p p malheureusement ce cap n est pas fait de terre mais de glace et lors d une éruption volcanique le cap se détache du continent et part à la dérive emportant tous ses occupants avec lui br cela se gâte encore plus quand arrive le printemps et que le glaçon commence à fondre br p br résumé de wikipedia br |
| 780 |
2956 |
3342 |
Day-Dream |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Day-Dream by Sir Thomas Moore. This was the fortnightly poetry project for July 12th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-dream-by-sir-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings day dream sir thomas moore fortnightly poetry project july 12th 2009 p |
| 781 |
767 |
975 |
Letter Concerning Toleration |
John Locke |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Letter Concerning Toleration by John Locke was originally published in 1689. Its initial publication was in Latin, though it was immediately translated into other languages. In this "letter" addressed to an anonymous "Honored Sir" (actually Locke's close friend Philip von Limborch, who published it without Locke's knowledge) Locke argues for a new understanding of the relationship between religion and government. One of the founders of Empiricism, Locke develops a philosophy that is contrary to the one expressed by Thomas Hobbes in Leviathan, primarily because it supports toleration for various Christian denominations. Locke's work appeared amidst a fear that Catholicism might be taking over England, and responds to the problem of religion and government by proposing toleration as the answer. Unlike Hobbes, who saw uniformity of religion as the key to a well-functioning civil society, Locke argues that more religious groups actually prevent civil unrest. Locke argues that civil unrest results from confrontations caused by any magistrate's attempt to prevent different religions from being practiced, rather than tolerating their proliferation. Locke's primary goal is to "distinguish exactly the business of civil government from that of religion." He makes use of extensive argument from analogy to accomplish his goal, and relies on several key points. The thing that he wants to persuade the reader of is that government is instituted to promote external interests, relating to life, liberty, and the general welfare, while the church exists to promote internal interests, i.e., salvation. The two serve separate functions, and so, must be considered to be separate institutions. (Summary from Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1689 |
https://librivox.org/a-letter-concerning-toleration-by-john-locke/ |
letter concerning toleration john locke originally published 1689 initial publication latin though immediately translated languages letter addressed anonymous honored sir actually locke s close friend philip von limborch published without locke s knowledge locke argues new understanding relationship religion government one founders empiricism locke develops philosophy contrary one expressed thomas hobbes leviathan primarily supports toleration various christian denominations locke s work appeared amidst fear catholicism might taking england responds problem religion government proposing toleration answer unlike hobbes saw uniformity religion key well functioning civil society locke argues religious groups actually prevent civil unrest locke argues civil unrest results confrontations caused magistrate s attempt prevent different religions practiced rather tolerating proliferation locke s primary goal distinguish exactly business civil government religion makes use extensive argument analogy accomplish goal relies several key points thing wants persuade reader government instituted promote external interests relating life liberty general welfare church exists promote internal interests i e salvation two serve separate functions so must considered separate institutions summary wikipedia p |
| 782 |
768 |
976 |
Ring o' Roses: A Nursery Rhyme Picture Book |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Children's Fiction |
<P>A collection of Classical children's nursery rhymes. Many familiar, a few unfamiliar, all simple and easy for younger children.</P> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ring-o-roses-by-anonymous-illustrated-by-l-leslie-brooke |
p a collection classical children s nursery rhymes many familiar unfamiliar simple easy younger children p |
| 783 |
769 |
977 |
Carmilla |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Carmilla is a Gothic novella by Joseph Sheridan le Fanu. First published in 1872, it tells the story of a young woman's susceptibility to the attentions of a female vampire named Carmilla. Carmilla predates Bram Stoker's Dracula by over twenty years, had a strong influence on Stoker's famous novel. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/carmilla-by-sheridan-lefanu/ |
p carmilla gothic novella joseph sheridan le fanu first published 1872 tells story young woman s susceptibility attentions female vampire named carmilla carmilla predates bram stoker s dracula twenty years strong influence stoker s famous novel summary wikipedia p |
| 784 |
770 |
978 |
Heart of the World |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>H. Rider Haggard wrote <i>Heart of the World</i> in 1895 and it tells of the search for a secret and hidden Mayan civilization living in a long lost city filled with gold and jewels! It is also a love story of a couple willing to give up everything, and I mean EVERYthing, for true love. And it is a melodramatic adventure story of good against evil. I am not sure which side wins... however it is a wonderful read! (Description by Paul Hansen)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/heart-of-the-world-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p h rider haggard wrote i heart world i 1895 tells search secret hidden mayan civilization living long lost city filled gold jewels also love story couple willing give everything mean everything true love melodramatic adventure story good evil sure side wins however wonderful read description paul hansen p |
| 785 |
771 |
980 |
Tales from Shakespeare |
Charles Lamb |
Children's Fiction |
<P>The following Tales are meant to be submitted to the young reader as an introduction to the study of Shakespeare, for which purpose his words are used whenever it seemed possible to bring them in; and in whatever has been added to give them the regular form of a connected story, diligent care has been taken to select such words as might least interrupt the effect of the beautiful English tongue in which he wrote: therefore, words introduced into our language since his time have been as far as possible avoided. (from the Author's Preface)</P> |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/tales-from-shakespeare-by-charles-and-mary-lamb/ |
p the following tales meant submitted young reader introduction study shakespeare purpose words used whenever seemed possible bring in whatever added give regular form connected story diligent care taken select words might least interrupt effect beautiful english tongue wrote therefore words introduced language since time far possible avoided from author s preface p |
| 786 |
772 |
981 |
Far Away and Long Ago |
William Henry Hudson |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>William Henry Hudson was an author, naturalist and ornithologist. Hudson was born of U.S. parents living in the Quilmes Partido in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, where he spent his youth studying the local flora and fauna and observing both natural and human dramas on what was then a lawless frontier. 'Far Away and Long Ago' is a classic memoir of a boy, fascinated by nature, on the Pampas in the 19th century.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/far-away-and-long-ago-by-wh-hudson/ |
p william henry hudson author naturalist ornithologist hudson born u s parents living quilmes partido buenos aires province argentina spent youth studying local flora fauna observing natural human dramas lawless frontier far away long ago classic memoir boy fascinated nature pampas 19th century p |
| 787 |
773 |
982 |
I'm Nobody |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of I’m Nobody, by Emily Dickinson. Dickinson’s text of this poem contains two possible versions of it. There is a great deal of discussion among academics as to which she preferred. Only one version forms part of this collection. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 18th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/im-nobody-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings i m nobody emily dickinson dickinson s text poem contains two possible versions it great deal discussion among academics preferred one version forms part collection weekly poetry project week march 18th 2007 p |
| 788 |
774 |
985 |
Twilight of the Idols |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Of The Twilight of the Idols, Nietzsche says in Ecce Homo: “If anyone should desire to obtain a rapid sketch of how everything before my time was standing on its head, he should begin reading me in this book. That which is called ‘Idols’ on the title-page is simply the old truth that has been believed in hitherto. In plain English, The Twilight of the Idols means that the old truth is on its last legs.”</p>\n\n<p>Certain it is that, for a rapid survey of the whole of Nietzsche’s doctrine, no book, save perhaps the section entitled “Of Old and New Tables” in Thus Spake Zarathustra, could be of more real value than The Twilight of the Idols. Here Nietzsche is quite at his best. He is ripe for the marvellous feat of the transvaluation of all values. Nowhere is his language – that marvellous weapon which in his hand became at once so supple and so murderous – more forcible and more condensed. Nowhere are his thoughts more profound. But all this does not by any means imply that this book is the easiest of Nietzsche’s works. On the contrary, I very much fear that unless the reader is well prepared, not only in Nietzscheism, but also in the habit of grappling with uncommon and elusive problems, a good deal of the contents of this work will tend rather to confuse than to enlighten him in regard to what Nietzsche actually wishes to make clear in these pages.\n(Excerpt from A. Ludovici’s Preface)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-twilight-of-the-idols-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
p of twilight idols nietzsche says ecce homo if anyone desire obtain rapid sketch everything time standing head begin reading book called idols title page simply old truth believed hitherto plain english twilight idols means old truth last legs p p certain that rapid survey whole nietzsche s doctrine book save perhaps section entitled of old new tables thus spake zarathustra could real value twilight idols nietzsche quite best ripe marvellous feat transvaluation values nowhere language marvellous weapon hand became supple murderous forcible condensed nowhere thoughts profound means imply book easiest nietzsche s works contrary much fear unless reader well prepared nietzscheism also habit grappling uncommon elusive problems good deal contents work tend rather confuse enlighten regard nietzsche actually wishes make clear pages excerpt a ludovici s preface p |
| 789 |
775 |
986 |
Long Poems Collection 005 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Long Poems Collection 005: a collection of 10 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-005/ |
p long poems collection 005 collection 10 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length p |
| 790 |
777 |
988 |
Summer |
Edith Wharton |
Published 1900 onward |
The story is one of only two novels by Wharton to be set in New England. The novel details the sexual awakening of its protagonist, Charity Royall, and shares many plot similarities with Wharton's better known novel, Ethan Frome. Only moderately well-received when originally published, Summer has had a resurgence in critical popularity since the 1960's. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summer-by-edith-wharton/ |
story one two novels wharton set new england novel details sexual awakening protagonist charity royall shares many plot similarities wharton s better known novel ethan frome moderately well received originally published summer resurgence critical popularity since 1960 s summary wikipedia p |
| 791 |
778 |
989 |
History of Henry Esmond, Esq., A Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>A classic Victorian novel and a historical novel rolled into one! Read about court and army life during the reign of Queen Anne - a story of Catholic - Protestant intrigue, and the party which aspired to the restoration of Bonny Prince Charlie. And, a good love story as well. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/henry-esmond-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
p a classic victorian novel historical novel rolled one read court army life reign queen anne story catholic protestant intrigue party aspired restoration bonny prince charlie and good love story well summary karen merline p |
| 792 |
779 |
990 |
History of Tom Jones, A Foundling |
Henry Fielding |
Historical Fiction |
Tom Jones is considered one of the first prose works describable as a novel. The novel is divided into 18 smaller books. Tom Jones is a foundling discovered on the property of a very kind, wealthy landowner, Squire Allworthy. Tom grows into a vigorous and lusty, yet honest and kind-hearted, youth. He develops affection for his neighbor's daughter, Sophia Western. On one hand, their love reflects the romantic comedy genre popular in 18th-century Britain. However, Tom's status as a bastard causes Sophia's father and Allworthy to oppose their love; this criticism of class friction in society acted as a biting social commentary. The inclusion of prostitution and sexual promiscuity in the plot was also original for its time, and also acted as the foundation for criticism of the book's "lowness." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-tom-jones-by-henry-fielding/ |
tom jones considered one first prose works describable novel novel divided 18 smaller books tom jones foundling discovered property kind wealthy landowner squire allworthy tom grows vigorous lusty yet honest kind hearted youth develops affection neighbor s daughter sophia western one hand love reflects romantic comedy genre popular 18th century britain however tom s status bastard causes sophia s father allworthy oppose love criticism class friction society acted biting social commentary inclusion prostitution sexual promiscuity plot also original time also acted foundation criticism book s lowness summary wikipedia p |
| 793 |
780 |
991 |
Pollyanna |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General |
<p>Pollyanna tells the story of Pollyanna Whittier, a young girl who goes to live with her wealthy Aunt Polly after her father's death. Pollyanna's philosophy of life centers around what she calls "The Glad Game": she always tries to find something to be glad about in every situation, and to always do without delay whatever she thinks is right. With this philosophy, and her own sunny personality, she brings so much gladness to her aunt's dispirited New England town that she transforms it into a pleasant, healthy place to live. Eventually, however, even Pollyanna's robust optimism is put to the test when she loses the use of her legs in an accident. (written by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
p pollyanna tells story pollyanna whittier young girl goes live wealthy aunt polly father s death pollyanna s philosophy life centers around calls the glad game always tries find something glad every situation always without delay whatever thinks right philosophy sunny personality brings much gladness aunt s dispirited new england town transforms pleasant healthy place live eventually however even pollyanna s robust optimism put test loses use legs accident written mary anderson p |
| 794 |
781 |
992 |
Fortieth Door |
Mary Hastings Bradley |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<P>A young American archeologist, a masked ball in Cairo, an illusive young woman and the unexplained disappearance of a Frenchman fifteen years earlier all play into this mystery by Mary Hastings Bradley. (summary written by J. M. Smallheer)</P> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortieth-door-by-mary-hastings-bradley/ |
p a young american archeologist masked ball cairo illusive young woman unexplained disappearance frenchman fifteen years earlier play mystery mary hastings bradley summary written j m smallheer p |
| 795 |
782 |
993 |
Utopia (Burnet translation) |
Thomas More |
Published before 1800, Medieval |
<br />This book is all about the fictional country called Utopia. It is a country with an ‘ideal’ form of communism, in which everything really does belong to everybody, everyone does the work they want to, and everyone is alright with that. This country uses gold for chamber pots and prison chains, pearls and diamonds for children’s playthings, and requires that a man and a woman see each other exactly as they are, naked, before getting married. This book gave the word 'utopia' the meaning of a perfect society, while the Greek word actually means ‘no place’. Enjoy listening to this story about a country that really is too good to be true. (Summary by Jenilee.)<br /><br />\nThis is the 17th century translation by Gilbert Burnet, edited in the 19th century by Henry Morley.<br /><br /> |
English |
1516 |
https://librivox.org/utopia-by-thomas-more/ |
br this book fictional country called utopia country ideal form communism everything really belong everybody everyone work want to everyone alright that country uses gold chamber pots prison chains pearls diamonds children s playthings requires man woman see exactly are naked getting married book gave word utopia meaning perfect society greek word actually means no place enjoy listening story country really good true summary jenilee br br 17th century translation gilbert burnet edited 19th century henry morley br br |
| 796 |
783 |
994 |
Omnilingual |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
<p>An expedition to Mars discovers the remains of an advanced civilization, which died out many thousands of years ago. They recovered books and documents left behind, and are puzzled by their contents. Would the team find their “Rosetta Stone” that would allow them to unlock the Martian language, and learn the secrets of this long-dead race? (Summary by Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/omnilingual-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p an expedition mars discovers remains advanced civilization died many thousands years ago recovered books documents left behind puzzled contents would team find rosetta stone would allow unlock martian language learn secrets long dead race summary mark nelson p |
| 797 |
784 |
995 |
Short Poetry Collection 027 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 027: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-027/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 027 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 798 |
785 |
996 |
Frenzied Fiction |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>From the cave man to Santa Claus; spies, know-it-alls, and journalists: all are fair game for Leacock’s special brand of humor. He touches on the changes time has brought about in the city, education, and work habits. Among the other topics in this work are nature, fishing, gardening, success, and spirits--both of the departed and of the variety Prohibition prohibited.</p><p>Each chapter of this book is a standalone story and if you love a good laugh, these stories are for you. In me, Leacock’s wit produced the full range of laughter: smiles, chuckles, guffaws, and some uncontrollable giggles. Also, occasionally, I found myself shedding a tear or two. (Review by Debra Lynn)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/frenzied-fiction-by-stephen-leacock/ |
p from cave man santa claus spies know it alls journalists fair game leacock s special brand humor touches changes time brought city education work habits among topics work nature fishing gardening success spirits both departed variety prohibition prohibited p p each chapter book standalone story love good laugh stories you me leacock s wit produced full range laughter smiles chuckles guffaws uncontrollable giggles also occasionally found shedding tear two review debra lynn p |
| 799 |
786 |
997 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 01 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Poetry |
<p>William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. So here are the first fifteen monologues. (Summary by Shurtagal).<br><br>\n\nA pdf file of of the monologues in this collection is available <a href="http://archive.org/download/shakespeare_monologues_vol_1_librivox/monologues_001_compiled_text.pdf">here</a></p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-1/ |
p william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it first fifteen monologues summary shurtagal br br pdf file monologues collection available a href http archive org download shakespeare_monologues_vol_1_librivox monologues_001_compiled_text pdf here a p |
| 800 |
787 |
998 |
No Thoroughfare |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
<p>Two boys from the Foundling Hospital are given the same name, with disastrous consequences in adulthood. Two associates, wishing to right the wrong, are commissioned to find a missing heir. Their quest takes them from fungous wine cellars in the City of London to the sunshine of the Mediterranean—across the Alps in winter. Danger and treachery would prevail were it not for the courage of the heroine and the faithful company servant. <br><br>The story contains crafted descriptions, well-drawn and diverse characters, eerie and exotic backgrounds, mystery, semi-concealed identities, brinkmanship with death, romance, the eventual triumph of Good over Evil, and many other elements expected in classic Dickens. <br><br>First published in 1867 there are thematic parallels with other books from Dickens' mature writings, including Little Dorrit (1857) and especially Our Mutual Friend (1865). The Listener will decide if this story yields insights into The Mystery of Edwin Drood (unfinished 1870). <br><br> Wilkie Collins collaborated with Charles Dickens to produce this ‘Christmas’ book and the stage play of the same name. In the book Collins assisted in Act 1 and Act 4; Collins scripted most of the stage play with Dickens’ assistance. If this book were released today it would be splashed "THE BOOK OF THE FILM". - Summary by Alan Chant. </p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/no-thoroughfare-by-charles-dickens/ |
p two boys foundling hospital given name disastrous consequences adulthood two associates wishing right wrong commissioned find missing heir quest takes fungous wine cellars city london sunshine mediterranean across alps winter danger treachery would prevail courage heroine faithful company servant br br the story contains crafted descriptions well drawn diverse characters eerie exotic backgrounds mystery semi concealed identities brinkmanship death romance eventual triumph good evil many elements expected classic dickens br br first published 1867 thematic parallels books dickens mature writings including little dorrit 1857 especially mutual friend 1865 listener decide story yields insights mystery edwin drood unfinished 1870 br br wilkie collins collaborated charles dickens produce christmas book stage play name book collins assisted act 1 act 4 collins scripted stage play dickens assistance book released today would splashed the book film summary alan chant p |
| 801 |
788 |
999 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. III |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. Volume I was published in 1776, and went through six printings (a remarkable feat for its time). Volumes II and III were published in 1781; volumes IV, V, VI in 1788-89. The original volumes were published as quartos, a common publishing practice of the time.The books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behavior and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell.Gibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-decline-and-fall-of-the-roman-empire-vol-iii-by-edward-gibbon/ |
history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon volume published 1776 went six printings a remarkable feat time volumes ii iii published 1781 volumes iv v vi 1788 89 original volumes published quartos common publishing practice time the books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behavior decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikipedia p |
| 802 |
789 |
1000 |
Selected Riley Child-Rhymes |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
Riley was an American writer known as the "Hoosier poet", and made a start writing newspaper verse in Hoosier dialect for the Indianapolis Journal in 1875. His favorite authors were Burns and Dickens. This collection of poems is a romanticized and mostly boy-centered paean to a 19th century rural American working-class childhood. (Summary by Val Grimm)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/selected-riley-child-rhymes-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
riley american writer known hoosier poet made start writing newspaper verse hoosier dialect indianapolis journal 1875 favorite authors burns dickens collection poems romanticized mostly boy centered paean 19th century rural american working class childhood summary val grimm p |
| 803 |
790 |
1001 |
Anyhow Stories: Moral and otherwise |
Lucy Clifford |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>A collection of stories and poems for children by British novelist, journalist, and playwright Lucy Lane Clifford, better known during her lifetime as Mrs W.K. Clifford. She was famous with her mathematician husband for Sunday salons which attracted both scientists and literati. She was born in 1846 and died in 1929.<br /><br />Summary by Val Grimm</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/anyhow-stories-moral-and-otherwise-by-lucy-lane-clifford/ |
p a collection stories poems children british novelist journalist playwright lucy lane clifford better known lifetime mrs w k clifford famous mathematician husband sunday salons attracted scientists literati born 1846 died 1929 br br summary val grimm p |
| 804 |
791 |
1002 |
Of the Injustice of Counterfeiting Books |
Immanuel Kant |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>This essay of Kant’s on copyright argues that the unlicensed copying of books cannot possibly be permissible, due to the fact that it assumes a consent on the part of the author which it is logically impossible for the author to give. The argument is dependent upon an assumption that the writings be commodified, for the reason why the author is unable to possibly give consent to multiple publishers is due to the author’s will – to communicate with the public – necessitating the profitability of the publisher, for, it is assumed, there is no way to communicate with the public at large without a great expense which can only be borne by a publishing firm. This is, of course, no longer a necessary assumption. <br><br>Other arguments here are also of interest: this is a foundational document in claims regarding the moral rights of authors, and Kant’s account of the connection between the communicative intent of the author and the rights resultant is of continuing importance (even though it is not often taken into account in contemporary debates, and has only a tenuous relation to contemporary copyright law); the distinction between works and acts in the “Universal Observation” (the third section of the essay) strikes us as odd today, but is worthy of consideration; his admission of the permissibility of derivative works is striking; and, strangely, the first footnote uses as a reductio ad absurdum an idea of liability which underlies what United States law today calls by the name of “contributory infringement.” (Summary by D.E. Wittkower) </p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/of-the-injustice-of-counterfeiting-books-by-immanuel-kant/ |
p this essay kant s copyright argues unlicensed copying books cannot possibly permissible due fact assumes consent part author logically impossible author give argument dependent upon assumption writings commodified reason author unable possibly give consent multiple publishers due author s communicate public necessitating profitability publisher for assumed way communicate public large without great expense borne publishing firm is course longer necessary assumption br br other arguments also interest foundational document claims regarding moral rights authors kant s account connection communicative intent author rights resultant continuing importance even though often taken account contemporary debates tenuous relation contemporary copyright law distinction works acts universal observation the third section essay strikes us odd today worthy consideration admission permissibility derivative works striking and strangely first footnote uses reductio ad absurdum idea liability underlies united states law today calls name contributory infringement summary d e wittkower p |
| 805 |
793 |
1004 |
Princess and the Goblin |
George MacDonald |
Fantastic Fiction |
<P>The Princess and the Goblin is an enthralling fantasy tale written by George MacDonald. Her nurse Lootie raises the princess Irene in a house on a mountain, it is here that she meets her mysterious great-great-grandmother, and her friend the minor boy Curdie. Things are peaceful for Irene until the hideous race of goblins that live beneath the mountain start planning something big…</p>\n\nThrough his writing George MacDonald has influenced such writers as J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis. (Summary by Lizzie Driver)</P> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/princess-and-the-goblin-the-by-george-macdonald/ |
p the princess goblin enthralling fantasy tale written george macdonald nurse lootie raises princess irene house mountain meets mysterious great great grandmother friend minor boy curdie things peaceful irene hideous race goblins live beneath mountain start planning something big p writing george macdonald influenced writers j r r tolkien c s lewis summary lizzie driver p |
| 806 |
794 |
1006 |
Youth, a Narrative |
Joseph Conrad |
General Fiction |
<P>An autobiographical short story written in 1898 and included as the first story in the 1902 volume <I>Youth, a Narrative</I>, and Two Other Stories. This volume also includes Heart of Darkness and The End of the Tether, which are concerned with maturity and old age, respectively. "Youth" is narrated by Charles Marlow who is also the narrator of Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim and Chance. <I>Youth</I> depicts his first journey to the East." (summary from wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/youth-a-narrative-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p an autobiographical short story written 1898 included first story 1902 volume i youth narrative i two stories volume also includes heart darkness end tether concerned maturity old age respectively youth narrated charles marlow also narrator heart darkness lord jim chance i youth i depicts first journey east summary wikipedia p |
| 807 |
795 |
1007 |
Contes en vers |
Charles Perrault |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>J'aurais pu rendre mes Contes plus agréables en y mêlant certaines choses un peu libres dont on a accoutumé de les égayer; mais le désir de plaire ne m'a jamais assez tenté pour violer une loi que je me suis imposée de ne rien écrire qui pût blesser ou la pudeur ou la bienséance. Voici un Madrigal qu'une jeune Demoiselle de beaucoup d'esprit a composé sur ce sujet, et qu'elle a écrit au-dessous du Conte de Peau d'Ane que je lui avais envoyé.\n\nLe Conte de Peau d'Ane est ici raconté\n\nAvec tant de naïveté,\n\nQu'il ne m'a pas moins divertie,\n\nQue quand auprès du feu ma Nourrice ou ma Mie\n\nTenaient en le faisant mon esprit enchanté.\n\nOn y voit par endroits quelques traits de Satire,\n\nMais qui sans fiel et sans malignité,\n\nA tous également font du plaisir à lire:\n\nCe qui me plaît encore dans sa simple douceur,\n\nC'est qu'il divertit et fait rire,\n\nSans que Mère, Epoux, Confesseur,\n\nY puissent trouver à redire.</p> |
French |
1694 |
https://librivox.org/contes-en-vers-by-charles-perrault/ |
p j aurais pu rendre mes contes plus agréables en mêlant certaines choses un peu libres dont accoutumé de les égayer mais le désir de plaire ne m a jamais assez tenté pour violer une loi que je suis imposée de ne rien écrire qui pût blesser ou la pudeur ou la bienséance voici un madrigal qu une jeune demoiselle de beaucoup d esprit composé sur ce sujet et qu elle écrit au dessous du conte de peau d ane que je lui avais envoyé le conte de peau d ane est ici raconté avec tant de naïveté qu il ne m a pas moins divertie que quand auprès du feu nourrice ou mie tenaient en le faisant mon esprit enchanté voit par endroits quelques traits de satire mais qui sans fiel et sans malignité tous également font du plaisir à lire ce qui plaît encore dans sa simple douceur c est qu il divertit et fait rire sans que mère epoux confesseur puissent trouver à redire p |
| 808 |
796 |
1008 |
Just David |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General |
David and his father set out from their idyllic mountain home to go to meet family, but enroute, David's father, who is sick dies, and David is left stranded in a little farming town. No one can read his father's handwriting, and David doesn't know his last name. A stern farmer and his wife take David in, and learn more from him than they realize! David, who counts only the sunny hours of his life, soon touches all the people's lives he meets in his new life with his beautiful violin music and sunny disposition. Written by Mary Anderson </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/just-david-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
david father set idyllic mountain home go meet family enroute david s father sick dies david left stranded little farming town one read father s handwriting david know last name stern farmer wife take david in learn realize david counts sunny hours life soon touches people s lives meets new life beautiful violin music sunny disposition written mary anderson p |
| 809 |
797 |
1009 |
Selected Poems of John Clare, Volume 1 |
John Clare |
Poetry |
John Clare (1793 - 1864) was a farm labourer in the village of Helpstone, Northamptonshire, who became arguably England’s greatest nature poet. He rose to fame when his ‘Poems Descriptive of Rural Life and Scenery’ was published in 1820. His language preserves many local dialect words in a mixture of classical forms and heart-felt love of country life and nature. The poems in this collection are from his early career, and are largely free of pointers to his later mental illness. (Summary by David Barnes).<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-john-clare-volume-1/ |
john clare 1793 1864 farm labourer village helpstone northamptonshire became arguably england s greatest nature poet rose fame poems descriptive rural life scenery published 1820 language preserves many local dialect words mixture classical forms heart felt love country life nature poems collection early career largely free pointers later mental illness summary david barnes p |
| 810 |
798 |
1010 |
Capital: a critical analysis of capitalist production, Vol 1 |
Karl Marx |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Capital, Volume I is the first of three volumes in Karl Marx’s monumental work, Das Kapital, and the only volume to be published during his lifetime, in 1867.<br /><br />Marx’s aim in Capital, Volume I is to uncover and explain the laws specific to the capitalist mode of production and of the class struggles rooted in these capitalist social relations of production. Marx said himself that his aim was “to bring a science [i.e. political economy] by criticism to the point where it can be dialectically represented”, and in this way to “reveal the law of motion of modern society”. By showing how capitalist development was the precursor of a new, socialist mode of production, he aimed to provide a scientific foundation for the modern labour movement. In preparation for his book, he studied the economic literature available in his time for a period of twelve years, mainly in the British Museum in London.(Summary by Wikipedia) </p>\n |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/capital-volume-1-by-karl-marx/ |
capital volume first three volumes karl marx s monumental work das kapital volume published lifetime 1867 br br marx s aim capital volume uncover explain laws specific capitalist mode production class struggles rooted capitalist social relations production marx said aim to bring science i e political economy criticism point dialectically represented way reveal law motion modern society showing capitalist development precursor new socialist mode production aimed provide scientific foundation modern labour movement preparation book studied economic literature available time period twelve years mainly british museum london summary wikipedia p |
| 811 |
799 |
1011 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. I |
James Boswell |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />Boswell's Life of Samuel Johnson is widely considered to be the greatest English-language biography ever written. It was revolutionary in its efforts to represent Johnson as he was, celebrating his flaws as well as his genius, and in Boswell's decision to represent Johnson primarily by quoting his writings and relating personal anecdotes rather than relying on matters of public record. From the time of its publication till now, The Life of Johnson has been one of the most popular and influential books ever written. (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri.) <br /><br />N.B. This recording does not include the Preface, Appendices and Footnotes. <br /><br /> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-1-by-james-boswell/ |
br boswell s life samuel johnson widely considered greatest english language biography ever written revolutionary efforts represent johnson was celebrating flaws well genius boswell s decision represent johnson primarily quoting writings relating personal anecdotes rather relying matters public record time publication till now life johnson one popular influential books ever written summary kirsten ferreri br br n b recording include preface appendices footnotes br br |
| 812 |
800 |
1012 |
Backwoods of Canada |
Catharine Parr Traill |
Memoirs |
The writer is as earnest in recommending ladies who belong to the higher class of settlers to cultivate all the mental resources of a superior education, as she is to induce them to discard all irrational and artificial wants and mere useless pursuits. She would willingly direct their attention to the natural history and botany of this new country, in which they will find a never-failing source of amusement and instruction, at once enlightening and elevating the mind, and serving to fill up the void left by the absence of those lighter feminine accomplishments, the practice of which are necessarily superseded by imperative domestic duties. To the person who is capable of looking abroad into the beauties of nature, and adoring the Creator through his glorious works, are opened stores of unmixed pleasure, which will not permit her to be dull or unhappy in the loneliest part of our Western Wilderness. The writer of these pages speaks from experience, and would be pleased to find that the simple sources from which she has herself drawn pleasure, have cheered the solitude of future female sojourners in the backwoods of Canada. Summary from book introduction <p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-backwoods-of-canada/ |
writer earnest recommending ladies belong higher class settlers cultivate mental resources superior education induce discard irrational artificial wants mere useless pursuits would willingly direct attention natural history botany new country find never failing source amusement instruction enlightening elevating mind serving fill void left absence lighter feminine accomplishments practice necessarily superseded imperative domestic duties person capable looking abroad beauties nature adoring creator glorious works opened stores unmixed pleasure permit dull unhappy loneliest part western wilderness writer pages speaks experience would pleased find simple sources drawn pleasure cheered solitude future female sojourners backwoods canada summary book introduction p |
| 813 |
801 |
1013 |
Old Curiosity Shop |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The Old Curiosity Shop tells the story of Little Nell, a beautiful and virtuous young girl who lives with her grandfather in his shop of curiosities. Her grandfather loves her dearly, and Nell does not complain, but she lives a lonely existence without friends of her own age. Her only friend is Kit, an honest young lad who works at the shop, and whom she is teaching to write. Unbeknownst to Nell, her grandfather is obsessed with their precarious financial position and is attempting to make Nell a good inheritance by winning at cards. He keeps these nocturnal activities a secret, but borrows heavily from the evil Quilp, a dwarf, in order to raise new capital. In the end, he gambles away what little money they own, and Quilp seizes the opportunity to take possession of the shop and make Nell's and her grandfather's lives a misery. Indeed, her grandfather suffers a breakdown, which leaves him bereft of his wits. Courageously, Nell decides to escape Quilp, and she and her grandfather run away to the country to live as beggars, travelling into the Midlands of England. </p><p>There, then, follow the multifarious adventures of Nell and her grandfather, Quilp and his sly minions and accomplices, who would be Nell's vehement pursuers throughout the entire story, the noble schoolmaster, and many, many other personages as bright and memorable as Dickens' heroes always are. But... let us hear the story itself, shan't we? </p><br>(Description from Wikipedia with additions by Euthymius)</br> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-curiosity-shop-by-charles-dickens/ |
p the old curiosity shop tells story little nell beautiful virtuous young girl lives grandfather shop curiosities grandfather loves dearly nell complain lives lonely existence without friends age friend kit honest young lad works shop teaching write unbeknownst nell grandfather obsessed precarious financial position attempting make nell good inheritance winning cards keeps nocturnal activities secret borrows heavily evil quilp dwarf order raise new capital end gambles away little money own quilp seizes opportunity take possession shop make nell s grandfather s lives misery indeed grandfather suffers breakdown leaves bereft wits courageously nell decides escape quilp grandfather run away country live beggars travelling midlands england p p there then follow multifarious adventures nell grandfather quilp sly minions accomplices would nell s vehement pursuers throughout entire story noble schoolmaster many many personages bright memorable dickens heroes always are but let us hear story itself we p br description wikipedia additions euthymius br |
| 814 |
802 |
1014 |
Beautiful Soup |
Lewis Carroll |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 different recordings of <em>Beautiful Soup</em> by Lewis Carroll. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 1st, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/beautiful-soup-by-lewis-carroll/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 different recordings em beautiful soup em lewis carroll weekly poetry project week april 1st 2007 br br |
| 815 |
803 |
1015 |
Red Shadows |
Robert E. Howard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Red Shadows is the first of a series of stories featuring Howard's puritan avenger, Solomon Kane. Kane tracks his prey over land and sea, enters the jungles of Africa, and even faces dark Gods and evil magic -- all to avenge a woman he'd never met before. (Summary by Paul Siegel)<p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/red-shadows-by-robert-e-howard/ |
red shadows first series stories featuring howard s puritan avenger solomon kane kane tracks prey land sea enters jungles africa even faces dark gods evil magic avenge woman he d never met before summary paul siegel p |
| 816 |
804 |
1016 |
War and Peace, Book 02: 1805 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<br>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</br> <br> War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</br><br>Note: The novel is split up in 15 books. This is the recording of book two, which covers events in the year 1805. The recording of the next book can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-03-by-leo-tolstoy/">here</a>. The recording of book one can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-01-by-leo-tolstoy/">here</a>.</br></blockquote></p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-02-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
br war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels br br war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia br br note novel split 15 books recording book two covers events year 1805 recording next book found a href http librivox org war and peace book 03 by leo tolstoy here a recording book one found a href http librivox org war and peace book 01 by leo tolstoy here a br blockquote p |
| 817 |
805 |
1017 |
Voodoo Planet |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>The sequel to Plague Ship, Voodoo Planet finds the Solar Queen banned from trade and starting her supposed quiet two-year stint as an interstellar mail carrier. But instead her crew accepts a visit to the safari planet of Khatka, where they find themselves caught in a battle between the forces of reason and the powers of Khatka's mind-controlling wizard. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1966 |
https://librivox.org/voodoo-planet-by-andre-norton/ |
p the sequel plague ship voodoo planet finds solar queen banned trade starting supposed quiet two year stint interstellar mail carrier instead crew accepts visit safari planet khatka find caught battle forces reason powers khatka s mind controlling wizard summary mark nelson p |
| 818 |
812 |
1026 |
Two Tactics of Social-Democracy in the Democratic Revolution |
Vladimir Ilyich Lenin |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
In the heat of the failed 1905 revolution in Russia, Lenin here contrasts the precision of the Bolshevik political program and tactics with various inconsistent and servile factions within the Russian Social-Democratic Labor Party. (Summary by Christian Pecaut)<br />This edition was edited by George Hanna.<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/two-tactics-of-social-democracy-in-the-democratic-revolution-by-vladimir-ilyich-lenin/ |
heat failed 1905 revolution russia lenin contrasts precision bolshevik political program tactics various inconsistent servile factions within russian social democratic labor party summary christian pecaut br this edition edited george hanna p |
| 819 |
813 |
1027 |
Orthodoxy |
G. K. Chesterton |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<P>With his typical wit and erudition Chesterton presents Christianity as the best answer to a series of interlocking riddles that live in every human heart. - Summary by Pleonic</P> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/orthodoxy-by-gk-chesterton/ |
p with typical wit erudition chesterton presents christianity best answer series interlocking riddles live every human heart summary pleonic p |
| 820 |
806 |
1018 |
Dorothy Dale - A Girl of Today |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure, General |
<p>Dorothy Dale is the daughter of an old Civil War veteran who is running a weekly newspaper in a small Eastern town. Her sunny disposition, her fun-loving ways and her trials and triumphs make clean, interesting and fascinating reading. The Dorothy Dale Series is one of the most popular series of books for girls ever published. (from the book)<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale: A Girl of Today (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale at Glenwood School (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale's Great Secret (1909)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale and Her Chums (1909)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Queer Holidays (1910)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Camping Days (1911)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s School Rivals (1912)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale in the City (1913)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Promise (1914)<br/>\nDorothy Dale in the West (1915)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Strange Discovery (1916)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Engagement (1917)<br/>\nDorothy Dale to the Rescue (1924)<br/><br/>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose |
p dorothy dale daughter old civil war veteran running weekly newspaper small eastern town sunny disposition fun loving ways trials triumphs make clean interesting fascinating reading dorothy dale series one popular series books girls ever published from book br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org dorothy dale a girl of today by margaret penrose dorothy dale girl today 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dale at glenwood school by margaret penrose dorothy dale glenwood school 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales great secret by margaret penrose dorothy dale s great secret 1909 a br dorothy dale chums 1909 br a href http librivox org dorothy dales queer holidays by margaret penrose dorothy dale s queer holidays 1910 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales camping days by margaret penrose dorothy dale s camping days 1911 a br dorothy dale s school rivals 1912 br a href http librivox org dorothy dale in the city by margaret penrose dorothy dale city 1913 a br dorothy dale s promise 1914 br dorothy dale west 1915 br dorothy dale s strange discovery 1916 br dorothy dale s engagement 1917 br dorothy dale rescue 1924 br br |
| 821 |
807 |
1020 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 02 |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
LibriVox readers present the second collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 15 parts. William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (Summary by Shurtagal).<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-2/ |
librivox readers present second collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 15 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 822 |
808 |
1021 |
Advance of Science in the Last Half-Century |
Thomas Henry Huxley |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Thomas H. Huxley, an English biologist and essayist, was an advocate of the theory of evolution and a self-proclaimed agnostic. A talented writer, his essays helped to popularize science in the 19th century, and he is credited with the quote, "Try to learn something about everything and everything about something." In <i>The Advance of Science in the Last Half Century</i>, he presents a summary of the major developments in Physics, Chemistry and Biology during the period 1839-1889 and their impact on society, within the historical context of philosophical thought and scientific inquiry going back to Aristotle. Huxley’s clear and readable prose makes this subject equally enjoyable for both the student of scientific history and the casual listener alike. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-advance-of-science-in-the-last-half-century-by-t-h-huxley/ |
p thomas h huxley english biologist essayist advocate theory evolution self proclaimed agnostic talented writer essays helped popularize science 19th century credited quote try learn something everything everything something i the advance science last half century i presents summary major developments physics chemistry biology period 1839 1889 impact society within historical context philosophical thought scientific inquiry going back aristotle huxley s clear readable prose makes subject equally enjoyable student scientific history casual listener alike summary j m smallheer p |
| 823 |
809 |
1022 |
Man of Property (Forsyte Saga Vol. 1) |
John Galsworthy |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>'The Forsyte Saga' is the story of a wealthy London family stretching from the eighteen-eighties until the nineteen-twenties. <i>The Man of Property</i> is the first book in the saga. The 'man of property' of the title is Soames Forsyte, a partner in the family law firm. He is married to Irene but the marriage is not happy and during the book she falls in love with another man.</p>\n<p>Another branch of the family is headed by 'Old Jolyon,' estranged from his bohemian artist son 'Young Jolyon' and the story tells of their rapprochement and of Young Jolyon's daughter June who is engaged to an architect Philip Bosinney.</p>\n<p>For those familiar with the Forsytes, this book takes us up to the night when Soames exercises his 'rights' and to the death of Bosinney. (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/man-of-property-by-john-galsworthy/ |
p the forsyte saga story wealthy london family stretching eighteen eighties nineteen twenties i the man property i first book saga man property title soames forsyte partner family law firm married irene marriage happy book falls love another man p p another branch family headed old jolyon estranged bohemian artist son young jolyon story tells rapprochement young jolyon s daughter june engaged architect philip bosinney p p for familiar forsytes book takes us night soames exercises rights death bosinney summary andy minter p |
| 824 |
810 |
1023 |
Lectures of Col. R.G. Ingersoll, Volume 1 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Contemporary, Atheism & Agnosticism |
<p>Colonel Robert Green Ingersoll was a Civil War veteran, American political leader and orator during the Golden Age of Freethought, noted for his defense of atheism. This book is the first of two volumes collecting Ingersoll's speeches. </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/lectures-of-col-r-g-ingersoll-vol-1-by-robert-green-ingersoll/ |
p colonel robert green ingersoll civil war veteran american political leader orator golden age freethought noted defense atheism book first two volumes collecting ingersoll s speeches p |
| 825 |
811 |
1024 |
Adventures of Ulysses |
Charles Lamb |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Lamb used Homer's Odyssey as the basis for the re-telling of the story of Ulysses's journey back from Troy to his own kingdom of Ithaca. Not a direct translation and deemed modern in its time, Lamb states in the preface that, "I have gained a rapidity to the narration which I hope will make it more attractive and give it more the air of a romance to young readers". (Summary by Rebecca)</p> |
English |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-ulysses-by-charles-lamb/ |
p lamb used homer s odyssey basis re telling story ulysses s journey back troy kingdom ithaca direct translation deemed modern time lamb states preface that i gained rapidity narration hope make attractive give air romance young readers summary rebecca p |
| 826 |
1221 |
1473 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 004 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-004/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 827 |
814 |
1028 |
Mille et une nuits, tome 1 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Afin de ne plus être déçu par les femmes, le sultan Schahriar décide d'épouser une jeune fille chaque jour et de la faire mourir dès le lendemain.</p> <br>Scheherazade ne peut le souffrir davantage. Elle se fait donner à lui en mariage par le grand vizir, son père, afin de mettre un terme à cette barbarie, si cela est possible.</br> <p>Par ses contes surprenants, Scheherazade tiendra le sultan en haleine, renouvellant son sursis dès les premières lueurs du jour. Jusques à quand ?</p> <p>Joignons-nous à Dinarzade et Schahriar. Écoutons ses récits passionants, nuit après nuit, après nuit, ... </p> <p>Deceived once by a woman, Shahryar, the sultan, marries a maid every evening and has her killed on the very next day.</p> <br>Scheherazade convinces the grand vizier, her father, to give him her hand to attempt to put an end to this nightmare.</br> <br>Every night, she will tell him a different tale.</br> <br>Day by day, her life will be saved by Shahryar's curiosity, as he is intrigued by what he hears. </br> <p>Night after night, let's listen to Scheherazade's wonderful stories, in French.<p> <p>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1704 |
https://librivox.org/les-mille-et-une-nuits-tome-premier-by-anonymous/ |
p afin de ne plus être déçu par les femmes le sultan schahriar décide d épouser une jeune fille chaque jour et de la faire mourir dès le lendemain p br scheherazade ne peut le souffrir davantage elle se fait donner à lui en mariage par le grand vizir son père afin de mettre un terme à cette barbarie si cela est possible br p par ses contes surprenants scheherazade tiendra le sultan en haleine renouvellant son sursis dès les premières lueurs du jour jusques à quand p p joignons nous à dinarzade et schahriar écoutons ses récits passionants nuit après nuit après nuit p p deceived woman shahryar sultan marries maid every evening killed next day p br scheherazade convinces grand vizier father give hand attempt put end nightmare br br every night tell different tale br br day day life saved shahryar s curiosity intrigued hears br p night night let s listen scheherazade s wonderful stories french p p summary ezwa p |
| 828 |
815 |
1029 |
Plan and Preface to a Dictionary of the English Language |
Samuel Johnson |
Reference |
<p>The published dictionary was a huge book: with pages nearly 1½ feet tall and 20 inches wide, it contained 42,773 words; it also sold for the huge price of £4/10s. ($400?). It would be years before "Johnson's Dictionary", as it came to be known, would ever turn a profit; authors' royalties being unknown at that time, Johnson, once his contract to deliver the book was fulfilled, received no further monies connected to the book.<br><br> Johnson, once again a freelance writer, albeit now a famous one, faced a grim hand-to-mouth existence; however, in July 1762 the twenty-four year old King George III granted Johnson an annual pension of £300. While not making Johnson rich, it allowed him a modest yet comfortable independence for the remaining thirty years of his life. (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1755 |
https://librivox.org/plan-and-preface-to-a-dictionary-of-english-by-samuel-johnson/ |
p the published dictionary huge book pages nearly 1½ feet tall 20 inches wide contained 42 773 words also sold huge price 4 10s 400 would years johnson s dictionary came known would ever turn profit authors royalties unknown time johnson contract deliver book fulfilled received monies connected book br br johnson freelance writer albeit famous one faced grim hand to mouth existence however july 1762 twenty four year old king george iii granted johnson annual pension 300 making johnson rich allowed modest yet comfortable independence remaining thirty years life summary wikipedia p |
| 829 |
816 |
1030 |
Guld og Ære |
Otto Martin Moller |
Science Fiction |
Science fiction roman skrevet af Otto Martin Møller i 1895. En ung dansk kemiker ved navn Erik Poulsen gør med afsæt i den nyeste viden om fysik og kemi den epokegørende opdagelse, at være i stand til at forvandle ethvert uædelt metal til guld. Erik, der ikke interesserer sig for penge, men kun for videnskab, tror sig nu i stand til at skabe sig et navn blandt de allerstørste i verdenshistorien. Men ingen af verdens riger og lande, hvis pengesystemer alle er baseret på guldfoden, vil accepterer en offentliggørelse af formlen. En sådan offentliggørelse vil ganske simpelt forårsage et totalt sammenbrud for den globale økonomi. I stedet for berømmelse venter der nu Erik og hans familie en vild flugt fra det ene land til det andet i konstant frygt for magthavernes militær og hemmelige politi. (Summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl)<p> |
Danish |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/guld-og-aere-by-otto-martin-moller/ |
science fiction roman skrevet af otto martin møller 1895 en ung dansk kemiker ved navn erik poulsen gør med afsæt den nyeste viden om fysik og kemi den epokegørende opdagelse være stand til forvandle ethvert uædelt metal til guld erik der ikke interesserer sig penge men kun videnskab tror sig nu stand til skabe sig et navn blandt de allerstørste verdenshistorien men ingen af verdens riger og lande hvis pengesystemer alle er baseret på guldfoden vil accepterer en offentliggørelse af formlen en sådan offentliggørelse vil ganske simpelt forårsage et totalt sammenbrud den globale økonomi stedet berømmelse venter der nu erik og hans familie en vild flugt fra det ene land til det andet konstant frygt magthavernes militær og hemmelige politi summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 830 |
817 |
1031 |
Etiquette in Society, in Business, in Politics and at Home |
Emily Post |
Self-Help |
<p>From advice on planning the perfect wedding to eating an artichoke correctly, Emily Post offers instruction on how to live a well-mannered life circa 1922. With a sometimes gentle, sometimes sharp wit, she maintains that true ladies and gentlemen are characterized not by wealth but by their behavior toward others. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/etiquette-in-society-in-business-in-politics-and-at-home-by-emily-post/ |
p from advice planning perfect wedding eating artichoke correctly emily post offers instruction live well mannered life circa 1922 sometimes gentle sometimes sharp wit maintains true ladies gentlemen characterized wealth behavior toward others summary laurie anne walden p |
| 831 |
818 |
1032 |
Bible (WEB) NT 18: Philemon |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>While in prison, Paul writes this letter to another Christian, Philemon. Paul has met with and converted a man named Onesimus, probably a runaway slave, and he writes to Philemon, Onesimus's legal owner, to tell him that he is sending him back. Appealing to Philemon's personal debt to him, Paul urges him to welcome Onesimus as though he were Paul himself, and to accept him as a fellow brother in Christ. \n(Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-philemon-web/ |
p while prison paul writes letter another christian philemon paul met converted man named onesimus probably runaway slave writes philemon onesimus s legal owner tell sending back appealing philemon s personal debt him paul urges welcome onesimus though paul himself accept fellow brother christ summary leon mire p |
| 832 |
824 |
1038 |
Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit |
Charles Dickens |
Satire |
<p>Old Martin Chuzzlewit has heaps of money that has never brought him anything but misery. Estranged from his grandson and namesake, when word gets out that he is ill, he finds himself surrounded by a throng of relatives that he despises, all hoping to get a piece of the pie. He allows himself to be taken under the wing of his obsequious and hypocritical cousin, Seth Pecksniff, who is more than happy to shelter him and kowtow to him and to keep all other relatives away. Will this vulture be the one to inherit the old man’s fortune, or is there more going on than meets the eye?</p><p>Treachery, mayhem, and possibly murder, along with some genuine love and compassion are skillfully intertwined in this book, along with Dickens’ classic wit and brilliantly created characters. His villains are odious, his good guys are delightful, and those that fall in between truly deserve to be called “Characters.” (summary by Debra Lynn)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-martin-chuzzlewit/ |
p old martin chuzzlewit heaps money never brought anything misery estranged grandson namesake word gets ill finds surrounded throng relatives despises hoping get piece pie allows taken wing obsequious hypocritical cousin seth pecksniff happy shelter kowtow keep relatives away vulture one inherit old man s fortune going meets eye p p treachery mayhem possibly murder along genuine love compassion skillfully intertwined book along dickens classic wit brilliantly created characters villains odious good guys delightful fall truly deserve called characters summary debra lynn p |
| 833 |
819 |
1033 |
Robinson Crusoe in Words of One Syllable |
Lucy Aikin |
Children's Fiction |
Mary Godolphin was the pseudonym of Lucy Aikin who undertook translating great literature into single-syllable words so that young readers could enjoy plots that were considerably more interesting than, say, the McGuffey readers of the 1880's or the "Dick and Jane" primers of the 1950s (still around today as "decodable readers" in elementary schools).<br /><br />She produced this volume based on Daniel Defoe's most famous work, considered by many to be the first English novel (1719). She also rendered Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress and Wyss' Swiss Family Robinson, which she translated as well.<br /><br />I’ve recorded this as a complement to my voicing for LibriVox of Robinson Crusoe by Defoe and the companion recording of James Baldwin’s version, Robinson Crusoe Written Anew for Children (actually more for adolescents). So many different versions for a variety of young audiences speaks to the timelessness of Defoe’s original! (Summary by Denny Sayers)<p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoe-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-mary-godolphin/ |
mary godolphin pseudonym lucy aikin undertook translating great literature single syllable words young readers could enjoy plots considerably interesting than say mcguffey readers 1880 s dick jane primers 1950s still around today decodable readers elementary schools br br she produced volume based daniel defoe s famous work considered many first english novel 1719 also rendered bunyan s pilgrim s progress wyss swiss family robinson translated well br br i ve recorded complement voicing librivox robinson crusoe defoe companion recording james baldwin s version robinson crusoe written anew children actually adolescents many different versions variety young audiences speaks timelessness defoe s original summary denny sayers p |
| 834 |
820 |
1034 |
Sailing Alone Around The World |
Joshua Slocum |
Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
<p>Joshua Slocum was the first man to sail around the world alone in a small boat. He personally rebuilt an 11.2 metre sloop-rigged fishing boat that he named the Spray. On April 24, 1895, he set sail from Boston, Massachusetts. More than three years later, he returned to Newport, Rhode Island, on June 27, 1898 having circumnavigated the world, a distance of 46,000 miles (74,000 km).</p>\n\n<p>In 1899 he described the voyage in Sailing Alone Around the World now considered a classic of travel literature. It is a wonderful adventure story from the Age of Sail and a book of which Arthur Ransome declared, "boys who do not like this book ought to be drowned at once". (Summary by Alan Chant and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/sailing-alone-around-the-world-by-joshua-slocum/ |
p joshua slocum first man sail around world alone small boat personally rebuilt 11 2 metre sloop rigged fishing boat named spray april 24 1895 set sail boston massachusetts three years later returned newport rhode island june 27 1898 circumnavigated world distance 46 000 miles 74 000 km p p in 1899 described voyage sailing alone around world considered classic travel literature wonderful adventure story age sail book arthur ransome declared boys like book ought drowned once summary alan chant wikipedia p |
| 835 |
821 |
1035 |
Wind in the Willows (version 3) |
Kenneth Grahame |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Animals & Nature |
The classic story of how Rat, Mole, and the other river-bankers saved Toad from his excesses. This book has it all: excitement, sentiment, destruction of private property (plenty of that), paganism, and a happy ending. The prose is beautiful and occasionally requires the use of a dictionary - I had to look up “asperities.” Written as a children’s story, The Wind in the Willows is enjoyed by many grown-ups who relish Grahame’s ability to evoke the long summer days of childhood. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) <p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-willows-by-kenneth-grahame-solo/ |
classic story rat mole river bankers saved toad excesses book all excitement sentiment destruction private property plenty that paganism happy ending prose beautiful occasionally requires use dictionary look asperities written children s story wind willows enjoyed many grown ups relish grahame s ability evoke long summer days childhood summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 836 |
822 |
1036 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 012 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 012: a collection of 11 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-012/ |
librivox s short story collection 012 collection 11 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members |
| 837 |
823 |
1037 |
Memoirs of Jacques Casanova Vol. 1 |
Giacomo Casanova |
Erotica, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>This is the first of five volumes. - Giacomo Casanova (1725 in Venice – 1798 in Dux, Bohemia, now Duchcov, Czech Republic) was a famous Venetian adventurer, writer, and womanizer. He used charm, guile, threats, intimidation, and aggression, when necessary, to conquer women, sometimes leaving behind children or debt. In his autobiography Histoire de ma vie (Story of My Life), regarded as one of the most authentic sources of the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century, he mentions 122 women with whom he had sex.\n<br />\n<br />Although he is often associated with Don Juan because both seduced many women, Casanova is in fact very different from his fictitious counterpart. While Don Juan is a legend, Casanova is a historical character. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-jacques-casanova-vol-1-by-giacomo-casanova/ |
p this first five volumes giacomo casanova 1725 venice 1798 dux bohemia duchcov czech republic famous venetian adventurer writer womanizer used charm guile threats intimidation aggression necessary conquer women sometimes leaving behind children debt autobiography histoire de vie story life regarded one authentic sources customs norms european social life 18th century mentions 122 women sex br br although often associated juan seduced many women casanova fact different fictitious counterpart juan legend casanova historical character summary wikipedia p |
| 838 |
825 |
1039 |
Good Housekeeping Marriage Book |
William F. Bigelow |
Self-Help |
<p>A collection of articles from Good Housekeeping magazine, The Good Housekeeping Marriage Book focuses on the subject of marriage. With instructions and advice from courtship to raising children, this collection aims to assist those with questions and concerns surrounding marriage and the ensuing relationship. Published in 1938. (Summary by Robin Cotter)</p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/the-good-housekeeping-marriage-book-by-william-f-bigelow-ed/ |
p a collection articles good housekeeping magazine good housekeeping marriage book focuses subject marriage instructions advice courtship raising children collection aims assist questions concerns surrounding marriage ensuing relationship published 1938 summary robin cotter p |
| 839 |
870 |
1086 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 11) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
In chapter 11 William and Mary have been crowned and settle down to the task of ruling England. An endless succession of British noblemen jockey for position and all feel frustration at Williams’ preference for his own countrymen in positions of resonsibility in the British government and armed forces.<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/histofofeng11_macaulay/ |
chapter 11 william mary crowned settle task ruling england endless succession british noblemen jockey position feel frustration williams preference countrymen positions resonsibility british government armed forces p |
| 840 |
826 |
1040 |
White People |
Arthur Machen |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Literary critics see Arthur Machen’s works as a significant part of the late Victorian revival of the gothic novel and the decadent movement of the 1890s, bearing direct comparison to the themes found in contemporary works like Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray. The White People is a highly influential horror story of a young girl’s discovery of ancient magic. It was written in the late 1890s as part of a longer unfinished novel, some sketches from which went into his book Ornaments in Jade. Fans of supernatural fiction often cite this story as a classic in the genre. (Summary by Charlie Blakemore and Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-people-by-arthur-machen/ |
literary critics see arthur machen s works significant part late victorian revival gothic novel decadent movement 1890s bearing direct comparison themes found contemporary works like robert louis stevenson s strange case dr jekyll mr hyde bram stoker s dracula oscar wilde s picture dorian gray white people highly influential horror story young girl s discovery ancient magic written late 1890s part longer unfinished novel sketches went book ornaments jade fans supernatural fiction often cite story classic genre summary charlie blakemore wikipedia p |
| 841 |
827 |
1041 |
Morte d'Arthur - Vol. 1 |
Sir Thomas Malory |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p><i>Le Morte d'Arthur</i> (spelled <i>Le Morte Darthur</i> in the first printing and also in some modern editions, Middle French for la mort d'Arthur, "the death of Arthur") is Sir Thomas Malory's compilation of some French and English Arthurian romances. The book contains some of Malory's own original material (the Gareth story) and retells the older stories in light of Malory's own views and interpretations. First published in 1485 by William Caxton, Le Morte d'Arthur is perhaps the best-known work of English-language Arthurian literature today. Many modern Arthurian writers have used Malory as their source, including T. H. White for his popular <i>The Once and Future King</i>. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1485 |
https://librivox.org/le-morte-darthur-volume-1-by-sir-thomas-malory/ |
p i le morte d arthur i spelled i le morte darthur i first printing also modern editions middle french la mort d arthur the death arthur sir thomas malory s compilation french english arthurian romances book contains malory s original material the gareth story retells older stories light malory s views interpretations first published 1485 william caxton le morte d arthur perhaps best known work english language arthurian literature today many modern arthurian writers used malory source including t h white popular i the future king i summary wikipedia p |
| 842 |
828 |
1042 |
Wouldbegoods, Being the Further Adventures of the Treasure Seekers |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction |
The Bastable children, first met in The Treasure Seekers, are sent to stay in the countryside; is it large enough to contain their exuberant activities? They (and Pincher the dog) have every intention of being good... (Description by Alan Chant)<br /><br />All chapters were read by Hazel and Alan Chant.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-wouldbegoods-by-edith-nesbit/ |
bastable children first met treasure seekers sent stay countryside large enough contain exuberant activities and pincher dog every intention good description alan chant br br all chapters read hazel alan chant p |
| 843 |
829 |
1043 |
Dover Beach |
Matthew Arnold |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of Dover Beach, by Matthew Arnold. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 8th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/dover-beach-by-matthew-arnold/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings dover beach matthew arnold weekly poetry project week april 8th 2007 p |
| 844 |
830 |
1044 |
Wodehouse Miscellany |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<P>Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse was an English comic writer who enjoyed enormous popular success for more than seventy years. Best known today for the Jeeves and Blanding Castle novels and short stories, Wodehouse was also a talented playwright and lyricist who was part author and writer of fifteen plays and of 250 lyrics for some thirty musical comedies. (excerpts from Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-wodehouse-miscellany-by-pg-wodehouse/ |
p sir pelham grenville wodehouse english comic writer enjoyed enormous popular success seventy years best known today jeeves blanding castle novels short stories wodehouse also talented playwright lyricist part author writer fifteen plays 250 lyrics thirty musical comedies excerpts wikipedia p |
| 845 |
831 |
1045 |
Patchwork Girl of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General |
<p>An unlucky Munchkin boy named Ojo must travel around Oz gathering the ingredients for an antidote to the Liquid of Petrifaction which has turned his beloved uncle Unc Nunkie and the wife of the Liquid's creator into marble statues. Ojo is joined by the patchwork girl Scraps, Dorothy, Dr. Pipt's Glass Cat, the Woozy, the Shaggy Man, the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman. They eventually visit the Emerald City to ask for help from the Wizard of Oz. (Summary by Daniel Anaya)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p an unlucky munchkin boy named ojo must travel around oz gathering ingredients antidote liquid petrifaction turned beloved uncle unc nunkie wife liquid s creator marble statues ojo joined patchwork girl scraps dorothy dr pipt s glass cat woozy shaggy man scarecrow tin woodman eventually visit emerald city ask help wizard oz summary daniel anaya p |
| 846 |
832 |
1046 |
Rupert of Hentzau |
Anthony Hope |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is the sequel to 'The Prisoner of Zenda'. Five years have passed. The King has become jealous of Rudolf Rassendyll and suspicious of the queen (Flavia)'s feelings towards him. Flavia decides that this must be the last year in which she sends to Rudolf the single red rose that betokens her love, and therefore she also sends via Fritz von Tarlenheim, her letter of good-bye.</p><p>Count Rupert of Hentzau, banished from Ruritania after the incidents of the earlier book, is plotting his return. In furtherance of his scheme he obtains both letter and rose, and plots to place them before the King. Rudolf, Fritz and Sapt must prevent this at all costs... (Summary by Andy)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/rupert-of-hentzau-by-anthony-hope/ |
p this sequel the prisoner zenda five years passed king become jealous rudolf rassendyll suspicious queen flavia s feelings towards him flavia decides must last year sends rudolf single red rose betokens love therefore also sends via fritz von tarlenheim letter good bye p p count rupert hentzau banished ruritania incidents earlier book plotting return furtherance scheme obtains letter rose plots place king rudolf fritz sapt must prevent costs summary andy p |
| 847 |
925 |
1145 |
Book of Wonder |
Lord Dunsany |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>"Come with me, ladies and gentlemen who are in any wise weary of London: come with me: and those that tire at all of the world we know: for we have new worlds here." - Lord Dunsany, the preface to "The Book of Wonder"</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-wonder-by-lord-dunsany/ |
p come me ladies gentlemen wise weary london come me tire world know new worlds here lord dunsany preface the book wonder p |
| 848 |
833 |
1047 |
Enchiridion of Augustine |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The Enchiridion, Manual, or Handbook of Augustine of Hippo is alternatively titled, "Faith, Hope, and Love". The Enchiridion is a compact treatise on Christian piety, written in response to a request by an otherwise unknown person, named Laurentis, shortly after the death of Saint Jerome in 420. It is intended as a model for Christian instruction or catechesis. - As the title indicates, the work is organized according to the three graces necessary for the Christian worship of God: Faith, Hope and Love. Under Faith, Augustine explains the use of the Apostles' Creed, in teaching Christian doctrine and in refuting heresies. Under Hope, he briefly explains the Lord's Prayer as a model of Christian prayer. The final part is a discourse on Christian love. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchiridion-by-saint-augustine/ |
enchiridion manual handbook augustine hippo alternatively titled faith hope love enchiridion compact treatise christian piety written response request otherwise unknown person named laurentis shortly death saint jerome 420 intended model christian instruction catechesis title indicates work organized according three graces necessary christian worship god faith hope love faith augustine explains use apostles creed teaching christian doctrine refuting heresies hope briefly explains lord s prayer model christian prayer final part discourse christian love summary wikipedia p |
| 849 |
834 |
1048 |
Just So Stories (version 3) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Animals & Nature |
<P>These whimsical short stories offer fanciful answers to a dozen of childhood's favorite "why" and "how" questions. With their generous sprinkling of nonsense words as well as a delightfully rhythmic storytelling feel, they seem to have been written to be read aloud. (summary by rachelellen)</P> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-storiesversion-3-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p these whimsical short stories offer fanciful answers dozen childhood s favorite why how questions generous sprinkling nonsense words well delightfully rhythmic storytelling feel seem written read aloud summary rachelellen p |
| 850 |
835 |
1049 |
Howards End |
E. M. Forster |
General Fiction |
<p>The book is about three families in England at the beginning of the twentieth century. The three families represent different gradations of the Edwardian middle class: the Wilcoxes, who are rich capitalists with a fortune made in the Colonies; the half-German Schlegel siblings (Margaret, Tibby, and Helen), who represent the intellectual bourgeoisie and have a lot in common with the real-life Bloomsbury Group; and the Basts, a couple who are struggling members of the lower-middle class. The Schlegel sisters try to help the poor Basts and try to make the Wilcoxes less prejudiced. The motto of the book is "Only connect..." </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/howards-end-by-e-m-forster |
p the book three families england beginning twentieth century three families represent different gradations edwardian middle class wilcoxes rich capitalists fortune made colonies half german schlegel siblings margaret tibby helen represent intellectual bourgeoisie lot common real life bloomsbury group basts couple struggling members lower middle class schlegel sisters try help poor basts try make wilcoxes less prejudiced motto book only connect p |
| 851 |
836 |
1050 |
Frog Prince and Other Stories |
Walter Crane |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Here are three charming fairy tales with happy endings. They feature an enchanted frog; a princess, her brothers, and a dastardly plot against them; and a magical lamp with a Genius inside. (by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-frog-prince-and-other-tales-by-anonymous |
p here three charming fairy tales happy endings feature enchanted frog princess brothers dastardly plot them magical lamp genius inside by laurie anne walden p |
| 852 |
837 |
1051 |
Some Turns of Thought in Modern Philosophy |
George Santayana |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Before the beginning of World War II, during the time of the Modernist movement in philosophy, George Santayana wrote these five descriptive essays. He examined John Locke’s sensationalism, British Idealism, the “Theory of Relativity”, Freud’s psychology, and Julien Benda’s preachment on the relations between God and the world. (Summary written by Gary)<p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/some-turns-of-thought-in-modern-philosophy-by-george-santayana/ |
beginning world war ii time modernist movement philosophy george santayana wrote five descriptive essays examined john locke s sensationalism british idealism theory relativity freud s psychology julien benda s preachment relations god world summary written gary p |
| 853 |
838 |
1053 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 03 |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
LibriVox readers present the third collection of monologues from Shakespeare's plays. Containing 20 parts. - William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (Summary by Shurtagal).<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-3/ |
librivox readers present third collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 854 |
839 |
1054 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 013 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 013: a collection of 11 short essays and fiction in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-013/ |
librivox s short story collection 013 collection 11 short essays fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 855 |
840 |
1055 |
Tom Swift and the Visitor From Planet X |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Tom Swift Jr. and his associates at Swift Enterprises wait breathlessly for what may well be the most important scientific event in history—the arrival of the visitor from Planet X—a visitor in the form of energy. But there are factions at work determined to snatch the energy, which Tom has named Exman, from the young scientist-inventor's grasp. First, a series of unexplainable, devastating earthquakes threaten to destroy a good portion of the earth, and Tom suspects the Brungarian rebels who obviously would like to capture Exman and use the space visitor to further their own evil purposes. With the security of Enterprises and Exman at stake, Tom creates two of his greatest inventions—a Quakelizor to counteract the simulated earth tremors, and a container or "body" to house the energy from outer space. If the earthquakes cannot be stopped, the entire world will be threatened by destruction, and the Brungarian forces will conquer the earth. How Tom utilizes all his scientific knowledge to produce swift-action results and outwit the Brungarians makes one of the most exciting Tom Swift adventures to date. (original book jacket from Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-the-visitor-from-planet-x-by-victor-appleton-ii/ |
p tom swift jr associates swift enterprises wait breathlessly may well important scientific event history the arrival visitor planet x a visitor form energy factions work determined snatch energy tom named exman young scientist inventor s grasp first series unexplainable devastating earthquakes threaten destroy good portion earth tom suspects brungarian rebels obviously would like capture exman use space visitor evil purposes security enterprises exman stake tom creates two greatest inventions a quakelizor counteract simulated earth tremors container body house energy outer space earthquakes cannot stopped entire world threatened destruction brungarian forces conquer earth tom utilizes scientific knowledge produce swift action results outwit brungarians makes one exciting tom swift adventures date original book jacket gutenberg text p |
| 856 |
926 |
1146 |
Short Poetry Collection 030 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 030: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-030/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 030 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 857 |
841 |
1056 |
Boy's Will |
Robert Frost |
Poetry |
<p><i>A Boy's Will</i> is Robert Frost's first full volume of poetry. Issued when Frost was approaching forty, it established his reputation and created a revolution in American poetry. With this publication, Frost became an established poet. He later became the major American poet of the twentieth century.<p><i>A Boy's Will</i> is characteristic of Frost's ability to conjure photographically clear physical images while ruminating on the complexities of the human condition, its frailties and strengths, and its temporal state, like that of his beloved New England landscape. (Summary by Becky Miller)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-boys-will-by-robert-frost/ |
p i a boy s will i robert frost s first full volume poetry issued frost approaching forty established reputation created revolution american poetry publication frost became established poet later became major american poet twentieth century p i a boy s will i characteristic frost s ability conjure photographically clear physical images ruminating complexities human condition frailties strengths temporal state like beloved new england landscape summary becky miller p |
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842 |
1057 |
Dream within a Dream |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>A Dream within a Dream</em> by Edgar Allan Poe. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 15th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/a-dream-within-a-dream-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em a dream within dream em edgar allan poe weekly poetry project week april 15th 2007 br br |
| 859 |
843 |
1058 |
Strange Pages from Family Papers |
Thomas Firminger Thiselton-Dyer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
“Among other qualities which have been supposed to belong to a dead man’s hand, are its medicinal virtues, in connection with which may be mentioned the famous ‘dead hand,’ which was, in years past, kept at Bryn Hall, Lancashire… Thus the case is related of a woman who, attacked with the smallpox, had this dead hand in bed with her every night for six weeks, and of a poor lad living near Manchester who was touched with it for the cure of scrofulous sores.” <br /><br />Though not all chapters have such gruesome subjects as The Dead Hand, all are full of a curious mixture of superstition and local history that will delight and amuse the modern listener. (Summary by David Barnes).<br /><br />Read by Annika Feilbach, <a href="http://www.carlmanchester.net/">Carl Manchester</a>, Claire Goget, <a href="http://piratelibrary.com/">Cori Samuel</a>, <a href="http://www.earthcallingdavid.com/">David Barnes</a>, Graham Redman, <a href="http://hughmcguire.net/">Hugh McGuire</a>, Jennie Hughes, <a href="http://kaitharshayr.wordpress.com/">Lizzie Driver</a>, Peter Yearsley, Philippa, <a href="http://jabberworks.livejournal.com/">Sarah McIntrye</a>, Sarah O’Connor and Stuart Pyle.</li></p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/strange-pages-from-family-papers-by-t-f-thiselton-dyer/ |
among qualities supposed belong dead man s hand medicinal virtues connection may mentioned famous dead hand was years past kept bryn hall lancashire thus case related woman who attacked smallpox dead hand bed every night six weeks poor lad living near manchester touched cure scrofulous sores br br though chapters gruesome subjects dead hand full curious mixture superstition local history delight amuse modern listener summary david barnes br br read annika feilbach a href http www carlmanchester net carl manchester a claire goget a href http piratelibrary com cori samuel a a href http www earthcallingdavid com david barnes a graham redman a href http hughmcguire net hugh mcguire a jennie hughes a href http kaitharshayr wordpress com lizzie driver a peter yearsley philippa a href http jabberworks livejournal com sarah mcintrye a sarah o connor stuart pyle li p |
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844 |
1059 |
Short Poetry Collection 028 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 028: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-028/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 028 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 861 |
845 |
1060 |
Selbstmordverein |
Franziska Gräfin zu Reventlow |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Ein gar nicht düsteres Trauerspiel, in dem nicht nur ein verkrachter Baron, eine schöne Witwe, ein junger Gymnasiast und seine Freundin, die partout nicht mehr als Mädchen gesehen werden will, sowie allerlei bodenständige Ärzte und Kommerzienräte ihren Auftritt haben, sondern auch ein leibhaftiges Phantom. Das Ergebnis ist ein Romanfragment, das nur mit einem lachenden und einem weinenden Auge gelesen werden kann... (Zusammenfassung von Stephanie König)</p> |
German |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/der-selbstmordverein-by-franziska-grafin-zu-reventlow/ |
p ein gar nicht düsteres trauerspiel dem nicht nur ein verkrachter baron eine schöne witwe ein junger gymnasiast und seine freundin die partout nicht mehr als mädchen gesehen werden will sowie allerlei bodenständige ärzte und kommerzienräte ihren auftritt haben sondern auch ein leibhaftiges phantom das ergebnis ist ein romanfragment das nur mit einem lachenden und einem weinenden auge gelesen werden kann zusammenfassung von stephanie könig p |
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846 |
1061 |
Noveller fra det moderne gennembrud |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>En række noveller fra perioden omkring det moderne gennembrud. De tidligste fra slutningen af 1800-tallet og de seneste fra begyndelsen af 1900-tallet. Der er tale om forskellige genrer strækkende sig fra det dramatiske, over det historiske og til det humoristiske. (summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl, http://www.lydbog.com) </p> |
Danish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/noveller-fra-det-moderne-gennembrud/ |
p en række noveller fra perioden omkring det moderne gennembrud de tidligste fra slutningen af 1800 tallet og de seneste fra begyndelsen af 1900 tallet der er tale om forskellige genrer strækkende sig fra det dramatiske det historiske og til det humoristiske summary kristoffer hunsdahl http www lydbog com p |
| 863 |
847 |
1062 |
Klassiske eventyr |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>En række danske og udenlandske eventyr og fortællinger. (Summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl)</p> |
Danish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/klassiske-eventyr/ |
p en række danske og udenlandske eventyr og fortællinger summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 864 |
848 |
1063 |
Stops, or How to Punctuate |
Paul Allardyce |
Writing & Linguistics |
<p>Throughout the ages, languages continue to adapt and change. English, being a relatively new language, is a nice example of that. Though the English vocabulary is continually evolving, the system of punctuation has remained constant for the most part. This means that grammar books from 1895 are still applicable today. Therefore, if the following sentence looks correct to you, perhaps listening to Paul Allardyce's "Stops, or How to Punctuate" would be a good idea.<br /> (Summary by Shurtagal)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/stops-or-how-to-punctuate-by-paul-allardyce/ |
p throughout ages languages continue adapt change english relatively new language nice example that though english vocabulary continually evolving system punctuation remained constant part means grammar books 1895 still applicable today therefore following sentence looks correct you perhaps listening paul allardyce s stops punctuate would good idea br summary shurtagal p |
| 865 |
856 |
1072 |
Howards End (version 2) |
E. M. Forster |
Romance |
The Schlegels frequently encounter the Wilcoxes. The youngest, Helen, is rejected by the younger Wilcox brother, Paul. The eldest, Margaret, becomes friends with his mother Ruth Wilcox. Ruth's most prized personal possession is her family house at Howards End. She wishes that Margaret could live there, as she feels that it might be in good hands with her. Ruth's own husband and children do not value the house and its rich history, because such abstractions, while being very dear to Margaret, are lost to them. As she is terminally ill, and Margaret and her family are about to be evicted from their London home by a developer, Ruth bequeaths the cottage to Margaret in a handwritten note found among her effects when she dies, causing great consternation among the Wilcoxes. Mrs Wilcox's widowed husband Henry and his children burn the note without telling Margaret about her inheritance. However, over the course of several years, Margaret becomes friends with Henry Wilcox and eventually marries him. The more free-spirited Margaret tries to get Henry to open up more, to little effect. Henry's elder son Charles and his wife try to keep Margaret from taking possession of Howards End. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/howards-end-by-em-forster/ |
schlegels frequently encounter wilcoxes youngest helen rejected younger wilcox brother paul eldest margaret becomes friends mother ruth wilcox ruth s prized personal possession family house howards end wishes margaret could live there feels might good hands her ruth s husband children value house rich history abstractions dear margaret lost them terminally ill margaret family evicted london home developer ruth bequeaths cottage margaret handwritten note found among effects dies causing great consternation among wilcoxes mrs wilcox s widowed husband henry children burn note without telling margaret inheritance however course several years margaret becomes friends henry wilcox eventually marries him free spirited margaret tries get henry open more little effect henry s elder son charles wife try keep margaret taking possession howards end summary wikipedia p |
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857 |
1073 |
Camp of the Dog |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A party of campers on a deserted Baltic island is terrorized by a huge wolf... or is it? <p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/camp-of-the-dog-the/ |
party campers deserted baltic island terrorized huge wolf it p |
| 867 |
849 |
1064 |
Dorothy Dale's Queer Holidays |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure, General |
<p>Relates the details of a mystery that surrounded Tanglewood Park. There is a great snowstorm, and the young folks become snowbound, much to their dismay. </p><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale: A Girl of Today (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale at Glenwood School (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale's Great Secret (1909)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale and Her Chums (1909)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Queer Holidays (1910)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Camping Days (1911)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s School Rivals (1912)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale in the City (1913)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Promise (1914)<br/>\nDorothy Dale in the West (1915)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Strange Discovery (1916)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Engagement (1917)<br/>\nDorothy Dale to the Rescue (1924)<br/><br/>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/ |
p relates details mystery surrounded tanglewood park great snowstorm young folks become snowbound much dismay p strong books series strong br a href http librivox org dorothy dale a girl of today by margaret penrose dorothy dale girl today 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dale at glenwood school by margaret penrose dorothy dale glenwood school 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales great secret by margaret penrose dorothy dale s great secret 1909 a br dorothy dale chums 1909 br a href http librivox org dorothy dales queer holidays by margaret penrose dorothy dale s queer holidays 1910 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales camping days by margaret penrose dorothy dale s camping days 1911 a br dorothy dale s school rivals 1912 br a href http librivox org dorothy dale in the city by margaret penrose dorothy dale city 1913 a br dorothy dale s promise 1914 br dorothy dale west 1915 br dorothy dale s strange discovery 1916 br dorothy dale s engagement 1917 br dorothy dale rescue 1924 br br |
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850 |
1065 |
Counterpane Fairy |
Katharine Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A little boy, recuperating from a lengthy illness, is entertained by visits from the Counterpane Fairy, who treats him to stories associated with each of the squares in the counterpane (quilt) on his sickbed. She has him concentrate on one of the squares until it turns into something like a doorway into the story. Once inside the story, he becomes its lead character until it fades out as if he's awakening from a dream. (Summary by Lee)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-counterpane-fairy-by-katherine-pyle/ |
p a little boy recuperating lengthy illness entertained visits counterpane fairy treats stories associated squares counterpane quilt sickbed concentrate one squares turns something like doorway story inside story becomes lead character fades he s awakening dream summary lee p |
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851 |
1066 |
Princess and Curdie |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The Princess and Curdie is the sequel to The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald. It's been a year since the Princess Irene and Curdie first met, and a year since the goblin incident and all appears to be going well in the Kingdom. Or is it? After a visit from Irene's great-great-grandmother, Curdie finds himself on a mission to save the kingdom, with a rather strange companion in tow.<p>(Summary by Lizzie Driver)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-and-curdie-by-george-macdonald/ |
p the princess curdie sequel princess goblin george macdonald year since princess irene curdie first met year since goblin incident appears going well kingdom it visit irene s great great grandmother curdie finds mission save kingdom rather strange companion tow p summary lizzie driver p |
| 870 |
852 |
1067 |
Wage-Labour and Capital |
Karl Marx |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Orignally written as a series of newspaper articles in 1847, Wage-Labour and Capital was intended to give an overview of Marx’s central threories regarding the economic relationships between workers and capitalists. These theories outlined include the Marxian form of the Labour Theory of Value, which distinguishes “labour” from “labour-power”, and the Theory of Concentration of Capital, which states that capitalism tends towards the creation of monopolies and the disenfranchisement of the middle and working classes. These theories were later elaborated in Volume 1 of Capital, published in 1867. <br /><br />This edition of Wage-Labour and Capital, published in 1891, was edited and translated by Friedrich Engels, and remains one of the most widely read of Marx’s works. (Description by Carl Manchester). <p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/wage-labour-and-capital-by-marx-karl/ |
orignally written series newspaper articles 1847 wage labour capital intended give overview marx s central threories regarding economic relationships workers capitalists theories outlined include marxian form labour theory value distinguishes labour labour power theory concentration capital states capitalism tends towards creation monopolies disenfranchisement middle working classes theories later elaborated volume 1 capital published 1867 br br this edition wage labour capital published 1891 edited translated friedrich engels remains one widely read marx s works description carl manchester p |
| 871 |
853 |
1068 |
Foreign Lands |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<P>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of Foreign Lands by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 22nd, 2007.</P> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/foreign-lands-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings foreign lands robert louis stevenson weekly poetry project week april 22nd 2007 p |
| 872 |
854 |
1069 |
Don Quixote - Vol. 2 |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Don Quixote is an early novel written by Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. Cervantes created a fictional origin for the story in the character of the Morisco historian, Cide Hamete Benengeli, whom he claims to have hired to translate the story from an Arabic manuscript he found in Toledo's bedraggled old Jewish quarter.</p>\n\n<p>The protagonist, Alonso Quixano, is a minor landowner who has read so many stories of chivalry that he descends into fantasy and becomes convinced he is a knight errant. Together with his companion Sancho Panza, the self-styled Don Quixote de la Mancha sets out in search of adventures. His "lady" is Dulcinea del Toboso, an imaginary object of his courtly love crafted from a neighbouring farmgirl by the illusion-struck "knight" (her real name is Aldonza Lorenzo, and she is totally unaware of his feelings for her. In addition, she never actually appears in the novel).</p>\n\n<p>Published in two volumes a decade apart, Don Quixote is the most influential work of literature to emerge from the Spanish Golden Age and perhaps the entire Spanish literary canon. As a founding work of modern Western literature, it regularly appears at or near the top of lists of the greatest works of fiction ever published. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-vol-2-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
p don quixote early novel written spanish author miguel de cervantes saavedra cervantes created fictional origin story character morisco historian cide hamete benengeli claims hired translate story arabic manuscript found toledo s bedraggled old jewish quarter p p the protagonist alonso quixano minor landowner read many stories chivalry descends fantasy becomes convinced knight errant together companion sancho panza self styled quixote de la mancha sets search adventures lady dulcinea del toboso imaginary object courtly love crafted neighbouring farmgirl illusion struck knight her real name aldonza lorenzo totally unaware feelings her addition never actually appears novel p p published two volumes decade apart quixote influential work literature emerge spanish golden age perhaps entire spanish literary canon founding work modern western literature regularly appears near top lists greatest works fiction ever published summary wikipedia p |
| 873 |
855 |
1070 |
Yang Chu's Garden of Pleasure |
Liezi |
Philosophy, Ancient |
At the Court of Liang at the period of Yang Chu, about 300 B.C., the philosophers were treated as guests of the reigning king, who reserved for them lodging and maintenance, and encouraged all who had any pretence to the pursuit of truth and wisdom. Whether or not Yang Chu was actually a native of the Wei State, or whether he came there drawn by the attraction of a critical and unrivalled audience, it is at least certain that he settled there as small proprietor, probably in the reign of King Hwei, and continued there till his death, about 250 B.C.<br><br> One may imagine a condition of life in many respects somewhat analogous to the life of Epicurus in his famous Athenian Garden. To the philosopher of pleasure and contentment came pupils and disciples, discourses were held in much the same way as at an identical period discourses were held in the garden at Athens, and it is to these discourses, memorised and recorded by his favourite pupil Meng-sun-Yang, that we most probably owe the single fragment of the teaching of Yang Chu that remains, a fragment complete and explicit enough to enable us to form a clear estimate of his teaching and philosophy. - (from the Introduction by Hugh Cranmer-Byng)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/yang-chus-garden-of-pleasure-by-lieh-tzu/ |
court liang period yang chu 300 b c philosophers treated guests reigning king reserved lodging maintenance encouraged pretence pursuit truth wisdom whether yang chu actually native wei state whether came drawn attraction critical unrivalled audience least certain settled small proprietor probably reign king hwei continued till death 250 b c br br one may imagine condition life many respects somewhat analogous life epicurus famous athenian garden philosopher pleasure contentment came pupils disciples discourses held much way identical period discourses held garden athens discourses memorised recorded favourite pupil meng sun yang probably owe single fragment teaching yang chu remains fragment complete explicit enough enable us form clear estimate teaching philosophy from introduction hugh cranmer byng p |
| 874 |
858 |
1074 |
Жития Святых, т. 10 - Иуний (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 10 - June) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Житія и похвалы святыхъ подобятся свѣтлостію звѣздамъ: якоже бо звѣзды положеніемъ на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвѣщаютъ, тыяжде и отъ Індіанъ зрятся, ни сокрываются отъ скѵѳовъ, землю озаряютъ, и морю свѣтятъ, и плавающихъ корабли управляютъ: ихже именъ аще и не вѣмы множества ради, обаче свѣтлѣй добротѣ ихъ чудимся. Сице и свѣтлость святыхъ, аще и затворены суть мощи ихъ во гробѣхъ, но силы ихъ въ поднебеснѣй земными предѣлы не суть опредѣленны: чудимся тѣхъ житію, и удивляемся славѣ, еюже Богъ угодившыя Ему прославляетъ. [St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-junij-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p житія и похвалы святыхъ подобятся свѣтлостію звѣздамъ якоже бо звѣзды положеніемъ на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвѣщаютъ тыяжде и отъ індіанъ зрятся ни сокрываются отъ скѵѳовъ землю озаряютъ и морю свѣтятъ и плавающихъ корабли управляютъ ихже именъ аще и не вѣмы множества ради обаче свѣтлѣй добротѣ ихъ чудимся сице и свѣтлость святыхъ аще и затворены суть мощи ихъ во гробѣхъ но силы ихъ въ поднебеснѣй земными предѣлы не суть опредѣленны чудимся тѣхъ житію и удивляемся славѣ еюже богъ угодившыя ему прославляетъ st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
| 875 |
859 |
1075 |
Märchen 3 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die <em>Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm</em> weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen und viele andere. Diese Märchen wurden später stark editiert und 'beschönt'. Die hier vorliegenden Versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen, teils drastischen Fassungen.<br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-3/ |
p anfang des 19 jahrhunderts begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die em märchen der gebrüder grimm em weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen und viele andere diese märchen wurden später stark editiert und beschönt die hier vorliegenden versionen entsprechen aber stärker den originalen teils drastischen fassungen br zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 876 |
860 |
1076 |
Philosophy of Style |
Herbert Spencer |
Writing & Linguistics |
<p>“The Philosophy of Style,” explored a growing trend of formalist approaches to writing. Highly focused on the proper placement and ordering of the parts of an English sentence, [Spencer] created a guide for effective composition. Spencer’s aim was to free prose writing from as much "friction and inertia" as possible, so that the reader would not be slowed by strenuous deliberations concerning the proper context and meaning of a sentence. [Wikipedia]</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-philosophy-of-style-by-herbert-spencer/ |
p the philosophy style explored growing trend formalist approaches writing highly focused proper placement ordering parts english sentence spencer created guide effective composition spencer s aim free prose writing much friction inertia possible reader would slowed strenuous deliberations concerning proper context meaning sentence wikipedia p |
| 877 |
861 |
1077 |
Fighting the Whales |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<p>A fatherless boy joins the crew of a whaling ship in order to earn a living for himself and his mother. Beyond being a fascinating depiction of a now-alien time, occupation, and culture, it's also a rousing adventure story. One is left with the impression that hunting and catching a whale in a sailing ship was akin to you or me being stalked, ambushed, and killed by a shoebox full of mice. (Summary by the reader.)</p> |
English |
1700 |
https://librivox.org/fighting-the-whales-by-robert-michael-ballantyne/ |
p a fatherless boy joins crew whaling ship order earn living mother beyond fascinating depiction now alien time occupation culture also rousing adventure story one left impression hunting catching whale sailing ship akin stalked ambushed killed shoebox full mice summary reader p |
| 878 |
862 |
1078 |
Round the Moon |
Jules Verne |
Science Fiction |
<p>Around the Moon, Jules Verne's sequel to From the Earth to the Moon, is a science fiction novel continuing the trip to the moon which left the reader in suspense after the previous novel. It was later combined with From the Earth to the Moon to create A Trip to the Moon and Around It. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/round-the-moon-by-jules-verne/ |
p around moon jules verne s sequel earth moon science fiction novel continuing trip moon left reader suspense previous novel later combined earth moon create trip moon around it summary wikipedia p |
| 879 |
863 |
1079 |
Far from the Madding Crowd |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
Far from the Madding Crowd (1874) is Thomas Hardy's fourth novel and offers in ample measure the details of English rural life that Hardy so relished. Hardy's growing taste for tragedy is also evident in the novel. It first appeared, anonymously, as a monthly magazine serial, where it gained a wide readership and critical acclaim. According to Virginia Woolf, "The subject was right; the method was right; the poet and the countryman, the sensual man, the sombre reflective man, the man of learning, all enlisted to produce a book which . . . must hold its place among the great English novels." The book is often regarded as an early piece of feminist literature, since it features an independent woman with the courage to defy convention by running a farm herself. Although Bathsheba's passionate nature leads her into serious errors of judgment, Hardy endows her with sufficient resilience, intelligence, and good luck to overcome her youthful folly.<p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/far-from-the-madding-crowd-by-thomas-hardy/ |
far madding crowd 1874 thomas hardy s fourth novel offers ample measure details english rural life hardy relished hardy s growing taste tragedy also evident novel first appeared anonymously monthly magazine serial gained wide readership critical acclaim according virginia woolf the subject right method right poet countryman sensual man sombre reflective man man learning enlisted produce book must hold place among great english novels book often regarded early piece feminist literature since features independent woman courage defy convention running farm herself although bathsheba s passionate nature leads serious errors judgment hardy endows sufficient resilience intelligence good luck overcome youthful folly p |
| 880 |
947 |
1171 |
Ion |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
<p>In Plato's ION, Socrates questions Ion, whether he should really claim laud and glory for his 'rhapsodic' recitals of Homer's poetry.<br />\n—Description by Simon-Peter Zak</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/ion-by-plato/ |
p in plato s ion socrates questions ion whether really claim laud glory rhapsodic recitals homer s poetry br description simon peter zak p |
| 881 |
864 |
1080 |
Essays on Some Unsettled Questions of Political Economy |
John Stuart Mill |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
This is Mill’s first work on economics. It foreshadows his <I>Political Economy</I> which was the standard Anglo-American Economics textbook of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mill’s economic theory moved from free market capitalism, to government intervention within the precepts of Utilitarianism, and finally to Socialism. [Summary written by Gary Gilberd]<p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-political-economy-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
mill s first work economics foreshadows i political economy i standard anglo american economics textbook late 19th early 20th centuries mill s economic theory moved free market capitalism government intervention within precepts utilitarianism finally socialism summary written gary gilberd p |
| 882 |
865 |
1081 |
Works of Tacitus, Vol. I |
Thomas Gordon |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The historical works of Tacitus are a history of the period from A.D. 14 to 96 in thirty volumes. Although many of the works were lost (only books 1-5 of the Histories and 1-6 and 11-16 of the Annals survive), enough remains to provide a good sense of Tacitus’s political and moral philosophy.<br /><br />He recognized the necessity for strong rulers but argued that more should be done to manage the succession of power and allow for the ascension of talent. Tacitus asserted that it was the dynastic ambitions of Rome’s many emperors that caused the decline of moral and political life and precluded the possibility of recruiting leaders of real ability. Moreover, the dynastic temptation caused political instability because military force was now required for political change. His works point to the necessity of systematic institutional restraints on power for the preservation of liberty.<br /><br />Gordon’s translation and his lengthy Discourses on Tacitus bring Tacitus’ ideas up to date and apply them to the British state of the early 18th century. (Description from Online Library of Liberty)</p> |
English |
1737 |
https://librivox.org/works-of-tacitus-ed-trans-thomas-gordon/ |
p the historical works tacitus history period a d 14 96 thirty volumes although many works lost only books 1 5 histories 1 6 11 16 annals survive enough remains provide good sense tacitus s political moral philosophy br br he recognized necessity strong rulers argued done manage succession power allow ascension talent tacitus asserted dynastic ambitions rome s many emperors caused decline moral political life precluded possibility recruiting leaders real ability moreover dynastic temptation caused political instability military force required political change works point necessity systematic institutional restraints power preservation liberty br br gordon s translation lengthy discourses tacitus bring tacitus ideas date apply british state early 18th century description online library liberty p |
| 883 |
866 |
1082 |
Mystery of Edwin Drood |
Charles Dickens |
Detective Fiction |
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is the final novel by Charles Dickens. The novel was left unfinished at the time of Dickens' death, and readers have often speculated what the ending might have been. The novel is named after Edwin Drood, but it mostly tells the story of his uncle, a Jekyll-and-Hyde-esque choirmaster named John Jasper, who is in love with his pupil, Rosa Bud. Miss Bud is Drood's fiancée, and has caught the eye of the high-spirited and hot-tempered Neville Landless, who comes from Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) with his twin sister, Helena, and immediately makes an enemy of Drood. It is hinted strongly that Jasper is the murderer, but it is not known whether Dickens had a surprise in mind. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-edwin-drood-by-charles-dickens/ |
mystery edwin drood final novel charles dickens novel left unfinished time dickens death readers often speculated ending might been novel named edwin drood mostly tells story uncle jekyll and hyde esque choirmaster named john jasper love pupil rosa bud miss bud drood s fiancée caught eye high spirited hot tempered neville landless comes ceylon now sri lanka twin sister helena immediately makes enemy drood hinted strongly jasper murderer known whether dickens surprise mind summary wikipedia p |
| 884 |
867 |
1083 |
King of Schnorrers |
Israel Zangwill |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>Manasseh da Costa, protagonist of this hilarious novel, is a schnorrer (beggar) who lives on the charitable contributions of the Jews of late 18th-century London. Manasseh is far from being a humble panhandler for, as every schnorrer knows, supporting the poor is a commandment from God (a mitzvah) not just a favour. And as the descendant of Portuguese Jews who had lived in England for many generations, Manasseh is the social superior of those newly arrived from Eastern Europe (Tedesco)—even his wealthy ‘patron’ Joseph Grobstock. The book concludes as the ever-audacious Manasseh strikes a blow for tolerance and understanding—while helping himself along the way. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) <br>\nAlt-BC: Lucy Burgoyne |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-schnorrers-by-israel-zangwill/ |
p manasseh da costa protagonist hilarious novel schnorrer beggar lives charitable contributions jews late 18th century london manasseh far humble panhandler for every schnorrer knows supporting poor commandment god a mitzvah favour descendant portuguese jews lived england many generations manasseh social superior newly arrived eastern europe tedesco even wealthy patron joseph grobstock book concludes ever audacious manasseh strikes blow tolerance understanding while helping along way summary adrian praetzellis br alt bc lucy burgoyne |
| 885 |
868 |
1084 |
Selected Poems of Emily Dickinson |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry |
<p>Emily Dickinson has come to be regarded as one of the quintessential poets of 19th century America. A very private poet with a very quiet and reclusive life, her poetry was published posthumously and immediately found a wide audience. <p>While she echoed the romantic natural themes of her times, her style was much more free and irregular, causing many to criticize her and editors to "correct" her. In the early 20th century, when poetic style had become much looser, new audiences learned to appreciate her work. Here collected are many of her most contemplative, most rebellious, and "dark" works, expressing her frustrations with the behavioral confines of her times, and the confines of being human and unknowing of eternity. (Summary by Becky Miller) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-emily-dickinson/ |
p emily dickinson come regarded one quintessential poets 19th century america private poet quiet reclusive life poetry published posthumously immediately found wide audience p while echoed romantic natural themes times style much free irregular causing many criticize editors correct her early 20th century poetic style become much looser new audiences learned appreciate work collected many contemplative rebellious dark works expressing frustrations behavioral confines times confines human unknowing eternity summary becky miller |
| 886 |
869 |
1085 |
Anti-Federalist Papers |
Patrick Henry |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
During the period of debate over the ratification of the Constitution, numerous independent local speeches and articles were published all across the country. Initially, many of the articles in opposition were written under pseudonyms, such as "Brutus", "Centinel", and "Federal Farmer". Eventually, famous revolutionary figures such as Patrick Henry came out publicly against the Constitution. They argued that the strong national government proposed by the Federalists was a threat to the rights of individuals and that the President would become a king. They objected to the federal court system created by the proposed constitution. This produced a phenomenal body of political writing; the best and most influential of these articles and speeches were gathered by historians into a collection known as the Anti-Federalist Papers in allusion to the Federalist Papers. (Summary by Ticktockman)<p> |
English |
1787 |
https://librivox.org/the-anti-federalist-papers-by-patrick-henry/ |
period debate ratification constitution numerous independent local speeches articles published across country initially many articles opposition written pseudonyms brutus centinel federal farmer eventually famous revolutionary figures patrick henry came publicly constitution argued strong national government proposed federalists threat rights individuals president would become king objected federal court system created proposed constitution produced phenomenal body political writing best influential articles speeches gathered historians collection known anti federalist papers allusion federalist papers summary ticktockman p |
| 887 |
871 |
1087 |
Ozma of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
Ozma of Oz was the third title in the Oz series by L. Frank Baum. In this book Dorothy is shipwrecked and lands on the shores of a fairy country that adjoins Oz, the land of Ev. There she meets Tiktok, a wind up mechanical man, a talking chicken, Billina, and Ozma, the girl ruler of Oz who is leading a quest to rescue the royal family of Ev from their captivity by the Nome King. Dorothy is also reunited with her old friends, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion. Together the adventurers travel to the Nome King's underground kingdom and have many exciting adventures before returning to Oz, and for Dorothy, eventual return to her family in the "civilized" world. (description by Judy Bieber) <p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ozma-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
ozma oz third title oz series l frank baum book dorothy shipwrecked lands shores fairy country adjoins oz land ev meets tiktok wind mechanical man talking chicken billina ozma girl ruler oz leading quest rescue royal family ev captivity nome king dorothy also reunited old friends scarecrow tin woodman cowardly lion together adventurers travel nome king s underground kingdom many exciting adventures returning oz dorothy eventual return family civilized world description judy bieber p |
| 888 |
872 |
1088 |
What Think You I Take my Pen in Hand? |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of What think you I take my pen in hand? by Walt Whitman. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 29th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/what-think-you-i-take-my-pen-in-hand-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings think take pen hand walt whitman weekly poetry project week april 29th 2007 p |
| 889 |
873 |
1089 |
Bible (WEB) NT 10: Ephesians |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Paul writes to the church at Ephesus, beginning with a praise to God for the forgiveness of their sins and for choosing them in His grace. Paul prays for the spiritual well-being of the Ephesians and reminds them how sinful they were before they turned to Christ. He then speaks of his revelation, by which he was selected to preach to the Gentiles, for they can also be saved. Among other things, he urges the Ephesians to be humble, to avoid sexual immorality and foul speech, and to be united in Christ even though they are diverse in spiritual talents. He also gives advice to husbands and wives, children and fathers, and servants and masters. The letter concludes with an extended metaphor of the Christian as spiritual warrior. (Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ephesians-web/ |
p paul writes church ephesus beginning praise god forgiveness sins choosing grace paul prays spiritual well being ephesians reminds sinful turned christ speaks revelation selected preach gentiles also saved among things urges ephesians humble avoid sexual immorality foul speech united christ even though diverse spiritual talents also gives advice husbands wives children fathers servants masters letter concludes extended metaphor christian spiritual warrior summary leon mire p |
| 890 |
874 |
1090 |
Wonderful Bed |
Gertrude Knevels |
Children's Fiction |
<P>Little kids sent to stay the night with their Aunt Jane find themselves sharing an enormous bed. So enormous is it, that when they make a tent of the bedsheets and crawl in, they never make it to the foot of the bed, crawling instead into a dreamworld of caves and pirates and adventures. (summary by ohosostrange)</P> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/wonderful-bed-the-by-gertrude-knevels/ |
p little kids sent stay night aunt jane find sharing enormous bed enormous it make tent bedsheets crawl in never make foot bed crawling instead dreamworld caves pirates adventures summary ohosostrange p |
| 891 |
875 |
1091 |
History of the United States, Vol. I |
Charles Austin Beard |
*Non-fiction, History |
Charles Austin Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement (Woman as a Force in History, 1946).</br></br>In 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: The authors… assume enough maturity in high school students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well…The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best. <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-vol-i-by-charles-and-mary-beard/ |
charles austin beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement woman force history 1946 br br in 1921 charles mary beard published history united states contemporaneous review stated authors assume enough maturity high school students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best p |
| 892 |
876 |
1092 |
North and South (version 2) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Historical Fiction |
<i>North and South</i> is a social novel that tries to show the industrial North and its conflicts in the mid-19th century as seen by an outsider, a socially sensitive lady from the South. The story: the heroine, Margaret Hale, is the daughter of a Nonconformist minister who moves to the fictional industrial town of Milton after leaving the Church of England. The town is modeled after Manchester, where Gaskell lived as the wife of a Unitarian minister. The change of lifestyle shocks Margaret, who sympathizes deeply with the poverty of the workers and comes into conflict with John Thornton, the owner of a local mill, also a friend of her father. After an encounter with a group of strikers, in which Margaret attempts to protect Thornton from the violence, he proposes to her, telling her that he is in love with her; she rejects his proposal of marriage, mainly because she sees it as if it were out of obligation for what she had done. Later, he sees her with her fugitive brother, whom he mistakes for another suitor, and this creates further unresolved conflict. Margaret, once she believes she has lost his affection, begins to see him in another light, and eventually they are reunited. (Summary from Wikipedeia)<p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/north-and-south-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell-version-2/ |
i north south i social novel tries show industrial north conflicts mid 19th century seen outsider socially sensitive lady south story heroine margaret hale daughter nonconformist minister moves fictional industrial town milton leaving church england town modeled manchester gaskell lived wife unitarian minister change lifestyle shocks margaret sympathizes deeply poverty workers comes conflict john thornton owner local mill also friend father encounter group strikers margaret attempts protect thornton violence proposes her telling love her rejects proposal marriage mainly sees obligation done later sees fugitive brother mistakes another suitor creates unresolved conflict margaret believes lost affection begins see another light eventually reunited summary wikipedeia p |
| 893 |
877 |
1093 |
Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion |
David Hume |
Philosophy |
<p>In Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion, philosopher David Hume examines whether belief in God can be rational. The work takes the form of a debate between three characters: Cleanthes, who argues that the existence and nature of God can be empirically verified; Demea, who argues that God is completely beyond human knowledge; and Philo, a philosophical skeptic widely thought to represent Hume's own beliefs.<br><br> Much of the debate centers around Cleanthes' presentation of the analogical argument from design. According to this argument, the complexity and beauty of the universe can only be explained by inferring an intelligent designer, in the same way that one would infer a designer if one came across an intricately complicated machine. Philo presents several objections to this argument, with rejoinders by Cleanthes and occasional interjections by Demea. (Summary by Leon Mire) </p> |
English |
1779 |
https://librivox.org/dialogues-concerning-natural-religion-by-david-hume/ |
p in dialogues concerning natural religion philosopher david hume examines whether belief god rational work takes form debate three characters cleanthes argues existence nature god empirically verified demea argues god completely beyond human knowledge philo philosophical skeptic widely thought represent hume s beliefs br br much debate centers around cleanthes presentation analogical argument design according argument complexity beauty universe explained inferring intelligent designer way one would infer designer one came across intricately complicated machine philo presents several objections argument rejoinders cleanthes occasional interjections demea summary leon mire p |
| 894 |
878 |
1094 |
Trumpet Major |
Thomas Hardy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Our heroine, Anne Garland, lives quietly in a rural community deep in the English countryside. However, the arrival of several regiments preparing for an expected invasion brings colour and chaos to the county. A graceful and charming young woman, Anne is pursued by three suitors: John Loveday, the trumpet-major in a British regiment, honest and loyal; his brother Robert, a merchant seaman and womaniser, and Festus Derriman, the cowardly son of the local squire. Set at the time of the Napoleonic wars, this is the author's only historical novel, and unusually for Hardy's books, some of the characters live happily ever after. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Cori Samuel.)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-trumpet-major-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p our heroine anne garland lives quietly rural community deep english countryside however arrival several regiments preparing expected invasion brings colour chaos county graceful charming young woman anne pursued three suitors john loveday trumpet major british regiment honest loyal brother robert merchant seaman womaniser festus derriman cowardly son local squire set time napoleonic wars author s historical novel unusually hardy s books characters live happily ever after summary adapted wikipedia cori samuel p |
| 895 |
879 |
1095 |
Meditations |
Marcus Aurelius |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Marcus Aurelius wrote Meditations in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. These memos survive and continue to inspire others to this day. These writings take the form of quotations varying in length from one sentence to long paragraphs. He explicates the Stoic philosophy that the only way a man can be harmed by others is to allow his reaction to overpower him. He shows no particular religious faith in his writings, but seems to believe that some sort of logical, benevolent force organizes the universe in such a way that even "bad" occurrences happen for the good of the whole. (Summary by Ticktockman)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-meditations-of-marcus-aurelius/ |
marcus aurelius wrote meditations greek campaign 170 180 source guidance self improvement memos survive continue inspire others day writings take form quotations varying length one sentence long paragraphs explicates stoic philosophy way man harmed others allow reaction overpower him shows particular religious faith writings seems believe sort logical benevolent force organizes universe way even bad occurrences happen good whole summary ticktockman p |
| 896 |
880 |
1096 |
Bird Study Book |
Thomas Gilbert Pearson |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
<p>Do you enjoy birdwatching? Would you like to learn a little more about the early conservations efforts to protect wild birds? In the Preface to The Bird Study Book, Pearson tells us “This book was written for the consideration of that ever-increasing class of Americans who are interested in acquiring a greater familiarity with the habits and activities of wild birds. Attention is also given to the relation of birds to mankind and the effect of civilisation on the bird-life of the country. ” An avid ornithologist, T. Gilbert Pearson (1873-1943) was a co-founder in 1905 of the National Association of Audubon Societies of which he was first secretary and then president for many years. He was also a pioneer of the conservation movement in the United States, international bird protection and broad nature education for school-aged children. (Audubon Magazine. 42: 370–371. Nov-Dec 1943)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-bird-study-book-by-thomas-gilbert-pearson/ |
p do enjoy birdwatching would like learn little early conservations efforts protect wild birds preface bird study book pearson tells us this book written consideration ever increasing class americans interested acquiring greater familiarity habits activities wild birds attention also given relation birds mankind effect civilisation bird life country avid ornithologist t gilbert pearson 1873 1943 co founder 1905 national association audubon societies first secretary president many years also pioneer conservation movement united states international bird protection broad nature education school aged children audubon magazine 42 370 371 nov dec 1943 p |
| 897 |
881 |
1097 |
Story of Mary MacLane |
Mary MacLane |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />At the age of 19 in 1902, MacLane published her first book, <em>The Story of Mary MacLane</em>. It sold 100,000 copies in the first month and was popular among young girls, but was strongly criticized by conservative readers, and lightly ridiculed by H.L. Mencken. She had always chafed at living in Butte, which was a small mining town, and used the money from sales of this book to move to Greenwich Village where she continued to write books and newspaper articles.<br /><br />\n\nSome critics have suggested that even by today's standards, MacLane's writing is raw, honest, unflinching, self-aware, sensual and extreme. She wrote openly about egoism and her own self-love, about sexual attraction and love for other women, and even about her desire to marry the devil. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-mary-maclane-by-mary-maclane/ |
br at age 19 1902 maclane published first book em the story mary maclane em sold 100 000 copies first month popular among young girls strongly criticized conservative readers lightly ridiculed h l mencken always chafed living butte small mining town used money sales book move greenwich village continued write books newspaper articles br br critics suggested even today s standards maclane s writing raw honest unflinching self aware sensual extreme wrote openly egoism self love sexual attraction love women even desire marry devil summary wikipedia br br |
| 898 |
882 |
1098 |
Song (Behn version) |
Aphra Behn |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 different recordings of Song by Aphra Behn. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 6th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1677 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-aphra-behn/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 different recordings song aphra behn weekly poetry project week may 6th 2007 p |
| 899 |
883 |
1100 |
Chronicles of Avonlea |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General |
<p>Chronicles of Avonlea is a collection of short stories by L.M. Montgomery, related to the Anne of Green Gables series. It features a number of stories relating to the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea, and was first published in 1912. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
p chronicles avonlea collection short stories l m montgomery related anne green gables series features number stories relating fictional canadian village avonlea first published 1912 summary wikipedia p |
| 900 |
884 |
1101 |
Roughing It |
Mark Twain |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Roughing It is semi-autobiographical travel literature written by American humorist Mark Twain. It was authored during 1870–71 and published in 1872 as a sequel to his first book Innocents Abroad. This book tells of Twain's adventures prior to his pleasure cruise related in Innocents Abroad.(Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/roughing-it/ |
roughing semi autobiographical travel literature written american humorist mark twain authored 1870 71 published 1872 sequel first book innocents abroad book tells twain s adventures prior pleasure cruise related innocents abroad wikipedia p |
| 901 |
885 |
1102 |
How to Live on Twenty-Four Hours a Day |
Arnold Bennett |
Self-Help |
"Which of us lives on twenty-four hours a day? And when I say 'lives,' I do not mean exists, nor 'muddles through.'" -- Arnold Bennett knew a "rat race" when he saw one. Every day, his fellow white-collar Londoners followed the same old routine. And they routinely decried the sameness in their lives.-- So Bennett set out to explain how to inject new enthusiasm into living. In this delightful little work, he taught his fellow sufferers how to set time apart for improving their lives. Yes, he assured them, it could be done. Yes, if you want to feel connected with the world, instead of endlessly pacing the treadmill (or, "exceeding your programme", as he called it), you must do so.-- For time, as he gleefully notes, is the ultimate democracy. Each of us starts our day with 24 hours to spend. Even a saint gets not a minute more; even the most inveterate time-waster is docked not a second for his wastrel ways. And he can choose today to turn over a new leaf! -- Bennett believed that learning to discern cause and effect in the world would give his readers an endless source of enjoyment and satisfaction. Instead of only being able to discuss what they had heard, they could graduate to what they thought... and lift themselves completely from the deadening influence of a day at the office. (Summary by Mark F Smith)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-live-on-twenty-four-hours-a-day-by-arnold-bennett/ |
which us lives twenty four hours day say lives mean exists muddles through arnold bennett knew rat race saw one every day fellow white collar londoners followed old routine routinely decried sameness lives bennett set explain inject new enthusiasm living delightful little work taught fellow sufferers set time apart improving lives yes assured them could done yes want feel connected world instead endlessly pacing treadmill or exceeding programme called it must so time gleefully notes ultimate democracy us starts day 24 hours spend even saint gets minute more even inveterate time waster docked second wastrel ways choose today turn new leaf bennett believed learning discern cause effect world would give readers endless source enjoyment satisfaction instead able discuss heard could graduate thought lift completely deadening influence day office summary mark f smith p |
| 902 |
886 |
1103 |
Can You Forgive Her? |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction |
<p>“Can You Forgive Her?” is the first in a series of six Trollope novels dealing broadly with 19th Century English political scene. It introduces the reader to Plantagenet and Glencora Palliser, as they court, marry, and as Plantagenet sets out on his political career, which is carried on in the foreground or background throughout the series. Each novel has a focus on other particular characters, as well. In this one, it is the dilemma of Alice Vavasor, who is a young woman choosing between two suitors: one who has all the best qualities, but who prefers a retiring private life, and another, whose qualities are doubtful, but who is ambitious for public office. There is also a comic subplot involving a widowed aunt, who also must choose between two suitors: Mr. Cheeseacre, a dull but stable farmer, and Capt. Bellfield, a charming but somewhat erratic retired military man. (Summary by Karen Merline)<br>\n<br>\nThis is the first of Trollope’s six “Palliser” novels. LibriVox recordings of other novels in the series are available:<br>\n1-Can You Forgive Her?<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phinneas-finn-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Phineas Finn, the Irish Member</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-eustace-diamonds-by-anthony-trollope/">3-The Eustace Diamonds</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Phineas Redux</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Prime Minister</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-dukes-children-by-anthony-trollope/">6 The Duke’s Children</a></p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/can-you-forgive-her-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p can forgive her first series six trollope novels dealing broadly 19th century english political scene introduces reader plantagenet glencora palliser court marry plantagenet sets political career carried foreground background throughout series novel focus particular characters well one dilemma alice vavasor young woman choosing two suitors one best qualities prefers retiring private life another whose qualities doubtful ambitious public office also comic subplot involving widowed aunt also must choose two suitors mr cheeseacre dull stable farmer capt bellfield charming somewhat erratic retired military man summary karen merline br br first trollope s six palliser novels librivox recordings novels series available br 1 can forgive her br a href http librivox org phinneas finn by anthony trollope 2 phineas finn irish member a br a href http librivox org the eustace diamonds by anthony trollope 3 the eustace diamonds a br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 4 phineas redux a br a href http librivox org the prime minister by anthony trollope 5 the prime minister a br a href http librivox org the dukes children by anthony trollope 6 duke s children a p |
| 903 |
887 |
1104 |
Fem Uger i Ballon |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Fem Uger i Ballon: Lydbog efter spændingsroman af Jules Verne. <br>Oversættelse efter den 23. af det franske Akademi prisbelønnede udgave. Andreas Schous Forlag, 1883.</br></p> <p>Hvis man skal sætte ord på hvad videnskaben geografi går ud på, er det at beskrive og analysere jordens overflade, dens landskaber, mennesker og dyreliv - at dykke ned i dens jordlag og at studere hvordan vindene\nblæser. For kun halvanden hundrede år siden var mægtige område i det indre Afrika næsten ukendt for europæerne. Man anede fra sporadiske kilder, at det vældige kontinent gemte på mystiske riger og lande, frodige\nvidtstrakte skove, endeløse savanner og søer så store som have. Men det\nvar uhyre vanskeligt at udforske kontinentet og meget risikabelt for de\nsom prøvede. Mange døde af sygdom og udmattelse i de uigennemtrængelige junglevildnis, andre tørstede ihjel i dets ørkener og igen andre blev myrdet på bestialsk vis af fjendtligt sindede indfødte.\n\nDen ukuelige engelske globetrotter dr. Samuel Fergusson sætter sig for at gennemføre det risikable eksperiment at udforske Afrika fra øst til vest\nved hjælp af sin luftballon, ledsaget af sin nære ven skotten Dick Kennedy og den tro tjener Joe. Romanen rummer ikke alene de tre opdigtede heltes enestående færd over det ukendte land, men giver også et indblik i de mange autentiske ekspeditioner, som dengang blev forsøgt foretaget i det indre Afrika; ikke sjældent med et tragisk endeligt.\n\nMeget har ændret sig i vor viden om kontinentet og ikke mindst er vort syn på de afrikanske folkeslag blevet betydeligt mere nuanceret siden Jules Verne skrev romanen i 1863. Ikke desto mindre giver romanen et interessant og sjældent billede af et oprindeligt Afrika, fra før den tid hvor\neuropæerne for alvor satte sit præg på kultur og landskab. (Forord af Kristoffer Hunsdahl) </p> |
Danish |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/fem-uger-i-ballon-by-jules-verne/ |
p fem uger ballon lydbog efter spændingsroman af jules verne br oversættelse efter den 23 af det franske akademi prisbelønnede udgave andreas schous forlag 1883 br p p hvis man skal sætte ord på hvad videnskaben geografi går ud på er det beskrive og analysere jordens overflade dens landskaber mennesker og dyreliv dykke ned dens jordlag og studere hvordan vindene blæser kun halvanden hundrede år siden var mægtige område det indre afrika næsten ukendt europæerne man anede fra sporadiske kilder det vældige kontinent gemte på mystiske riger og lande frodige vidtstrakte skove endeløse savanner og søer så store som have men det var uhyre vanskeligt udforske kontinentet og meget risikabelt de som prøvede mange døde af sygdom og udmattelse de uigennemtrængelige junglevildnis andre tørstede ihjel dets ørkener og igen andre blev myrdet på bestialsk vis af fjendtligt sindede indfødte den ukuelige engelske globetrotter dr samuel fergusson sætter sig gennemføre det risikable eksperiment udforske afrika fra øst til vest ved hjælp af sin luftballon ledsaget af sin nære ven skotten dick kennedy og den tro tjener joe romanen rummer ikke alene de tre opdigtede heltes enestående færd det ukendte land men giver også et indblik de mange autentiske ekspeditioner som dengang blev forsøgt foretaget det indre afrika ikke sjældent med et tragisk endeligt meget har ændret sig vor viden om kontinentet og ikke mindst er vort syn på de afrikanske folkeslag blevet betydeligt mere nuanceret siden jules verne skrev romanen 1863 ikke desto mindre giver romanen et interessant og sjældent billede af et oprindeligt afrika fra før den tid hvor europæerne alvor satte sit præg på kultur og landskab forord af kristoffer hunsdahl p |
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888 |
1106 |
Short Poetry Collection 029 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 029: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-029/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 029 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 905 |
889 |
1107 |
Love Letters of Abelard and Heloise |
Pierre Abélard |
Romance |
<p>Heloise was a strong-willed and gifted woman who was fluent in Latin, Greek and Hebrew, and came from a lower social standing than Abelard. At age 19, and living under her uncle Fulbert's roof, Heloise fell in love with Abelard, who she was studying under. Not only did they have a clandestine affair of a sexual nature, they had a child, Astrolabe, out of wedlock. Discovered by the Fulbert (who was a Church official), Abelard was assaulted by a hired thug and castrated, and Heloise entered a convent. Abelard was exiled to Brittany, where he lived as monk. Eventually Heloise became abbess of the Oratory of the Paraclete, an abbey which Abelard had founded.<br><br>It was at this time that they exchanged their famous letters, presented in this book. The letters, originally written in Latin, are passionate both in the remembrance of lost love, and the attempt to reconcile that love with their respective monastic duty to remain chaste. The tension between these two poles generates a huge amount of emotional electricity. (Summary by J. B. Hare)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-letters-of-abelard-and-heloise-by-peter-abelard-and-heloise/ |
p heloise strong willed gifted woman fluent latin greek hebrew came lower social standing abelard age 19 living uncle fulbert s roof heloise fell love abelard studying under clandestine affair sexual nature child astrolabe wedlock discovered fulbert who church official abelard assaulted hired thug castrated heloise entered convent abelard exiled brittany lived monk eventually heloise became abbess oratory paraclete abbey abelard founded br br it time exchanged famous letters presented book letters originally written latin passionate remembrance lost love attempt reconcile love respective monastic duty remain chaste tension two poles generates huge amount emotional electricity summary j b hare p |
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890 |
1109 |
Afterward |
Edith Wharton |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Mary and Ned Boyne have fled their dreary life in Wisconsin for a home in rustic Dorsetshire. But you can only run so far, and some things - some secret things - may follow you. A creepy and tragic ghost story from one of the masters. (Summary by John Silence)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/afterward-by-edith-wharton/ |
mary ned boyne fled dreary life wisconsin home rustic dorsetshire run far things secret things may follow you creepy tragic ghost story one masters summary john silence p |
| 907 |
891 |
1110 |
Golden Dream |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Thoroughly engaging, at times even harrowing, adventure tale set in the San Francisco gold rush. Detailed depiction of its time and place, complete with everything from mining techniques to societal attitudes. You'll feel like you're in the diggings. (Summary by Lee Elliott)<p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-dream-by-rm-ballantyne/ |
thoroughly engaging times even harrowing adventure tale set san francisco gold rush detailed depiction time place complete everything mining techniques societal attitudes feel like diggings summary lee elliott p |
| 908 |
1222 |
1474 |
Broadway |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>Broadway</em> by Sara Teasdale. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 23rd, 2007.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/broadway-by-sara-teasdale/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em broadway em sara teasdale weekly poetry project week september 23rd 2007 br br |
| 909 |
892 |
1111 |
Typhoon |
Joseph Conrad |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p><i>Typhoon</i> is a short novel by Joseph Conrad, begun in 1899 and published in <i>Pall Mall Magazine</i> in 1902. It is a classic sea yarn that describes how Captain Macwhirr sails the Siamese steamer Nan-Shan into a typhoon. Other characters include the young Jukes and Solomon, the head engineer. The novel classically evokes the sea-faring life at the turn of the century. While Macwhirr is emotionally estranged from his family and crew, and though he refuses to consider an alternate course to skirt the typhoon, his indomitable will in the face of a superior natural force elicits grudging admiration. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/typhoon-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p i typhoon i short novel joseph conrad begun 1899 published i pall mall magazine i 1902 classic sea yarn describes captain macwhirr sails siamese steamer nan shan typhoon characters include young jukes solomon head engineer novel classically evokes sea faring life turn century macwhirr emotionally estranged family crew though refuses consider alternate course skirt typhoon indomitable face superior natural force elicits grudging admiration summary wikipedia p |
| 910 |
893 |
1112 |
Selected Poems of John Clare, Volume 2 |
John Clare |
Poetry |
John Clare (1793 - 1864) was a farm labourer in the village of Helpstone, Northamptonshire, who became arguably England's greatest nature poet. He rose to fame when his 'Poems Descriptive of Rural Life and Scenery' was published in 1820. His language preserves many local dialect words in a mixture of classical forms and heart-felt love of country life and nature. This volume comprises fifteen of his bird poems. (Summary by David Barnes).<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-john-clare-volume-2/ |
john clare 1793 1864 farm labourer village helpstone northamptonshire became arguably england s greatest nature poet rose fame poems descriptive rural life scenery published 1820 language preserves many local dialect words mixture classical forms heart felt love country life nature volume comprises fifteen bird poems summary david barnes p |
| 911 |
894 |
1113 |
Golden Bough |
James Frazer |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<P><br>The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion is a wide-ranging comparative study of mythology and religion, written by Scottish anthropologist Sir James George Frazer (1854–1941). It offered a modernist approach, discussing religion dispassionately as a cultural phenomenon, rather than from a theological perspective. Although most of its theories have subsequently been exploded (the most famous one being that of the relationship between magic, religion and science), its impact on contemporaneous European literature was substantial.<br /><br />The Golden Bough attempts to define the shared elements of religious belief, ranging from ancient belief systems to relatively modern religions such as Christianity. Its thesis is that old religions were fertility cults that centered around the worship of, and periodic sacrifice of, a sacred king. This king was the incarnation of a dying and reviving god, a solar deity who underwent a mystic marriage to a goddess of the earth, who died at the harvest, and was reincarnated in the spring. Frazer claims that this legend is central to almost all of the world’s mythologies, and he offers a plethora of colourful examples from all over the world. Moreover, his book is written in an admirable style, seldom excelled by his more modern colleagues. (From Wikipedia, with small additions by Måns Broo) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-bough-by-sir-james-frazer/ |
p br the golden bough study magic religion wide ranging comparative study mythology religion written scottish anthropologist sir james george frazer 1854 1941 offered modernist approach discussing religion dispassionately cultural phenomenon rather theological perspective although theories subsequently exploded the famous one relationship magic religion science impact contemporaneous european literature substantial br br the golden bough attempts define shared elements religious belief ranging ancient belief systems relatively modern religions christianity thesis old religions fertility cults centered around worship of periodic sacrifice of sacred king king incarnation dying reviving god solar deity underwent mystic marriage goddess earth died harvest reincarnated spring frazer claims legend central almost world s mythologies offers plethora colourful examples world moreover book written admirable style seldom excelled modern colleagues from wikipedia small additions måns broo p |
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895 |
1114 |
Walthers äfventyr |
Zacharias Topelius |
General |
<p>"Walthers äfventyr" (The adventures of Walther) is a series of childrens' stories about Walther, a rather naughty six-year old boy written by Zacharias Topelius (1818-1898), a prominent 19th-century Fenno-Swedish author. The stories comprise chapters one through eight of volume four of his "Läsning för barn" (Reading for Children). They are generally seen as highly influenced by the author's own childhood memories. (Summary by Måns Broo) </p> |
Swedish |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/walthers-aftventyr-by-zacharias-topelius/ |
p walthers äfventyr the adventures walther series childrens stories walther rather naughty six year old boy written zacharias topelius 1818 1898 prominent 19th century fenno swedish author stories comprise chapters one eight volume four läsning för barn reading children generally seen highly influenced author s childhood memories summary måns broo p |
| 913 |
896 |
1115 |
Sonnets from the Portuguese |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Poetry, Romance |
Sonnets from the Portuguese, written ca. 1845–1846 and first published in 1850, is a collection of forty-four love sonnets written by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The poems largely chronicle the period leading up to her 1846 marriage to Robert Browning. The collection was acclaimed and popular even in the poet's lifetime and it remains so today. Elizabeth was initially hesitant to publish the poems, feeling that they were too personal. However, Robert insisted that they were the best sequence of English-language sonnets since Shakespeare's time and urged her to publish them. To offer the couple some privacy, she decided that she might publish them under a title disguising the poems as translations of foreign sonnets. Therefore, the collection was first to be known as Sonnets from the Bosnian, until Robert suggested that she change their imaginary original language to Portuguese, probably after his nickname for her: "my little Portuguese." (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-from-the-portugese-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
sonnets portuguese written ca 1845 1846 first published 1850 collection forty four love sonnets written elizabeth barrett browning poems largely chronicle period leading 1846 marriage robert browning collection acclaimed popular even poet s lifetime remains today elizabeth initially hesitant publish poems feeling personal however robert insisted best sequence english language sonnets since shakespeare s time urged publish them offer couple privacy decided might publish title disguising poems translations foreign sonnets therefore collection first known sonnets bosnian robert suggested change imaginary original language portuguese probably nickname her my little portuguese summary wikipedia p |
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897 |
1116 |
Scarecrow of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>The Scarecrow of Oz is the ninth book set in the Land of Oz written by L. Frank Baum. Published on July 16, 1915, it was Baum's personal favorite of the Oz books and tells of Cap'n Bill and Trot journeying to Oz and, with the help of the Scarecrow, overthrowing the cruel King Krewl of Jinxland. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nNarrated by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/319">Ed Good</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a>, \n<A href="http://librivox.org/reader/1373">Kira Belkin</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1637">Kelly Harmon</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1638">K.O. Munley</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/681">Lucy Burgoyne</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1644">Timothy H. VanderWall</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1611">Patrick Beverley</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1595">Riccardo</a>, and \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1313">Scott Sherris</a>. <br><br>\n\nCharacters performed by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1565">Abigail & Adam Flach</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1485">Robert Flach</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1901">Allyson Hester</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1549">Jamie Wilking</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/56">Kirsten Ferreri</a>, \n<A href="http://librivox.org/reader/1542">Chip Joel</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/125">Claire Goget</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/78">Hugh McGuire</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/589">Stephanie König</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/207">Kevin McAsh</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1379">Ken Crooker</a>, \n<A href="http://librivox.org/reader/1457">Laura Brodrick</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1151">Ada Kerman</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1445">Michael Yard</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/684">Lizzie Driver</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1507">Saul</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1456">Jason Isbell</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/937">Susie G.</a>, and \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1706">Talia Fishman</a>.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/scarecrow-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the scarecrow oz ninth book set land oz written l frank baum published july 16 1915 baum s personal favorite oz books tells cap n bill trot journeying oz and help scarecrow overthrowing cruel king krewl jinxland summary wikipedia br br narrated a href http librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a a href http librivox org reader 319 ed good a a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a a href http librivox org reader 1373 kira belkin a a href http librivox org reader 1637 kelly harmon a a href http librivox org reader 1638 k o munley a a href http librivox org reader 681 lucy burgoyne a a href http librivox org reader 1644 timothy h vanderwall a a href http librivox org reader 1611 patrick beverley a a href http librivox org reader 1595 riccardo a a href http librivox org reader 1313 scott sherris a br br characters performed a href http librivox org reader 1565 abigail adam flach a a href http librivox org reader 1485 robert flach a a href http librivox org reader 1901 allyson hester a a href http librivox org reader 1549 jamie wilking a a href http librivox org reader 56 kirsten ferreri a a href http librivox org reader 1542 chip joel a a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a a href http librivox org reader 125 claire goget a a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a a href http librivox org reader 78 hugh mcguire a a href http librivox org reader 589 stephanie könig a a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a a href http librivox org reader 207 kevin mcash a a href http librivox org reader 1379 ken crooker a a href http librivox org reader 1457 laura brodrick a a href http librivox org reader 1151 ada kerman a a href http librivox org reader 1445 michael yard a a href http librivox org reader 684 lizzie driver a a href http librivox org reader 1507 saul a a href http librivox org reader 1456 jason isbell a a href http librivox org reader 937 susie g a a href http librivox org reader 1706 talia fishman a p |
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970 |
1194 |
Dorado |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
El Dorado, by Baroness Orczy is a sequel book to the classic adventure tale, The Scarlet Pimpernel. It was first published in 1913. The novel is notable in that it is the partial basis for most of the film treatments of the original book. (Summary from wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/el-dorado-by-baroness-orczy/ |
el dorado baroness orczy sequel book classic adventure tale scarlet pimpernel first published 1913 novel notable partial basis film treatments original book summary wikipedia p |
| 916 |
898 |
1117 |
Eighty Years and More; Reminiscences 1815-1897 |
Elizabeth Cady Stanton |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elizabeth Cady Stanton was one of the premier movers in the original women’s rights movement, along with Susan B. Anthony, her best friend for over 50 years. While Elizabeth initially stayed home with her husband and many babies and wrote the speeches, Susan went on the road to bring the message of the women’s rights movement to an often hostile public. When black men were given the vote in 1870, Susan and Elizabeth led the women’s rights establishment of the time to withhold support for a bill that would extend to black men the rights still denied for women of all colors. The two women worked for over 50 years on the women’s rights cause, yet neither lived to see women get the right to vote when it finally came in 1920.<p>Elizabeth begins her memoirs with this quotation, "Social science affirms that woman's place in society marks the level of civilization", and dedicates this book to “Susan B. Anthony, my steadfast friend for half a century." (Summary by Becky Miller)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/eighty-years-and-more-reminiscences-1815-1897-by-elizabeth-cady-stanton/ |
elizabeth cady stanton one premier movers original women s rights movement along susan b anthony best friend 50 years elizabeth initially stayed home husband many babies wrote speeches susan went road bring message women s rights movement often hostile public black men given vote 1870 susan elizabeth led women s rights establishment time withhold support bill would extend black men rights still denied women colors two women worked 50 years women s rights cause yet neither lived see women get right vote finally came 1920 p elizabeth begins memoirs quotation social science affirms woman s place society marks level civilization dedicates book susan b anthony steadfast friend half century summary becky miller p |
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899 |
1118 |
Fisher's Boy |
Henry David Thoreau |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of the Fisher’s Boy by Henry David Thoreau. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 13th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-fishers-boy-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings fisher s boy henry david thoreau weekly poetry project week may 13th 2007 p |
| 918 |
900 |
1119 |
Dead Men's Money |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
<p>This classic mystery produces its first dead body during a clandestine midnight meeting. Already nothing is what it seems... (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/dead-mens-money-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
p this classic mystery produces first dead body clandestine midnight meeting already nothing seems summary gesine p |
| 919 |
901 |
1120 |
Dorothy Dale's Camping Days |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure, General |
<p>So the parties separated and then Dorothy was free to leave her hiding place. She longed to tell her friends the strange story, but she knew that the finding of Tavia was the one and only thing to be thought of just then. "Are you sure that this is the direction in which the boys went?" asked Nat, with something like a sigh. Dorothy looked over the rough woodland. "No," she said, "there was a swamp, for I distinctly remember that they picked their way through tall grass, and about here the grass is actually dried up." (Extract from Chapter 26)</p><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale: A Girl of Today (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale at Glenwood School (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale's Great Secret (1909)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale and Her Chums (1909)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Queer Holidays (1910)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Camping Days (1911)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s School Rivals (1912)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale in the City (1913)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Promise (1914)<br/>\nDorothy Dale in the West (1915)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Strange Discovery (1916)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Engagement (1917)<br/>\nDorothy Dale to the Rescue (1924)<br/><br/>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/ |
p so parties separated dorothy free leave hiding place longed tell friends strange story knew finding tavia one thing thought then are sure direction boys went asked nat something like sigh dorothy looked rough woodland no said there swamp distinctly remember picked way tall grass grass actually dried up extract chapter 26 p strong books series strong br a href http librivox org dorothy dale a girl of today by margaret penrose dorothy dale girl today 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dale at glenwood school by margaret penrose dorothy dale glenwood school 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales great secret by margaret penrose dorothy dale s great secret 1909 a br dorothy dale chums 1909 br a href http librivox org dorothy dales queer holidays by margaret penrose dorothy dale s queer holidays 1910 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales camping days by margaret penrose dorothy dale s camping days 1911 a br dorothy dale s school rivals 1912 br a href http librivox org dorothy dale in the city by margaret penrose dorothy dale city 1913 a br dorothy dale s promise 1914 br dorothy dale west 1915 br dorothy dale s strange discovery 1916 br dorothy dale s engagement 1917 br dorothy dale rescue 1924 br br |
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902 |
1121 |
Shakespeare's Sonnets (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Sonnets |
Shakespeare's Sonnets, or simply The Sonnets, comprise a collection of 154 poems in sonnet form written by William Shakespeare that deal with such themes as love, beauty, politics, and mortality. The poems were probably written over a period of several years. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeares-sonnets/ |
shakespeare s sonnets simply sonnets comprise collection 154 poems sonnet form written william shakespeare deal themes love beauty politics mortality poems probably written period several years summary wikipedia p |
| 921 |
903 |
1122 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (abridged) |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<i>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland</i> is a work of children's literature by the English mathematician and author, the Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, written under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells the story of a girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit-hole into a fantasy realm populated by grotesque figures like talking playing cards and anthropomorphic creatures. The Wonderland described in the tale plays with logic in ways that have made the story of lasting popularity with adults as well as children. It is considered to be one of the most characteristic examples of the genre of literary nonsense. (Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll-2/ |
i alice s adventures wonderland i work children s literature english mathematician author reverend charles lutwidge dodgson written pseudonym lewis carroll tells story girl named alice falls rabbit hole fantasy realm populated grotesque figures like talking playing cards anthropomorphic creatures wonderland described tale plays logic ways made story lasting popularity adults well children considered one characteristic examples genre literary nonsense wikipedia p |
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904 |
1123 |
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass |
Frederick Douglass |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p><i>Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass</i> is a memoir and treatise on abolition written by famous orator and ex-slave, Frederick Douglass. It is generally held to be the most famous of a number of narratives written by former slaves during the same period. In factual detail, the text describes the events of his life and is considered to be one of the most influential pieces of literature to fuel the abolitionist movement of the early 19th Century in the United States. (Summary by Jeanette)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-life-of-frederick-douglass-by-frederick-douglass/ |
p i narrative life frederick douglass i memoir treatise abolition written famous orator ex slave frederick douglass generally held famous number narratives written former slaves period factual detail text describes events life considered one influential pieces literature fuel abolitionist movement early 19th century united states summary jeanette p |
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905 |
1124 |
Sleeper Awakes |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Sleeper Awakes is a dystopian novel about a man who sleeps for two hundred years, waking up in a completely transformed London, where, because of compound interest, he has become the richest man in the world. He has been the famous Sleeper for centuries. A fanatic socialist, the main character awakes to see his nightmares realized, and the future revealed to him in all its horrors and malformities. The people adore him, and their masters - the supervisors of his legacy who rule in his name - do not want him breathing. (Summary by Stephan and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-sleeper-awakes-by-hg-wells/ |
p the sleeper awakes dystopian novel man sleeps two hundred years waking completely transformed london where compound interest become richest man world famous sleeper centuries fanatic socialist main character awakes see nightmares realized future revealed horrors malformities people adore him masters supervisors legacy rule name want breathing summary stephan wikipedia p |
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906 |
1125 |
Tale of Timothy Turtle |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
<p>One of Bailey's "Sleepy-Time Tales," this is the story of Timothy Turtle, a grumpy old turtle trying to live his life alongside Black Creek. Timothy's adventures lead him to encounters with other Black Creek creatures, Fatty Coon, Mr. Crow, Brownie Beaver, Peter Mink, Ferdinand Frog, and even the local boy, Johnnie Green. (Summary by Robin Cotter)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-timothy-turtle-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
p one bailey s sleepy time tales story timothy turtle grumpy old turtle trying live life alongside black creek timothy s adventures lead encounters black creek creatures fatty coon mr crow brownie beaver peter mink ferdinand frog even local boy johnnie green summary robin cotter p |
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907 |
1126 |
Common Sense |
Thomas Paine |
Political Science |
<p>Common Sense, Paine's pro-independence monograph published anonymously on 10 January 1776, spread quickly among literate colonists. Within three months, 120,000 copies are alleged to have been distributed throughout the colonies, which themselves totaled only four million free inhabitants, making it the best-selling work in 18th-century America. Its total sales in both America and Europe reached 500,000 copies. It convinced many colonists, including George Washington and John Adams, to seek redress in political independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain, and argued strongly against any compromise short of independence. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/common-sense-by-thomas-paine/ |
p common sense paine s pro independence monograph published anonymously 10 january 1776 spread quickly among literate colonists within three months 120 000 copies alleged distributed throughout colonies totaled four million free inhabitants making best selling work 18th century america total sales america europe reached 500 000 copies convinced many colonists including george washington john adams seek redress political independence kingdom great britain argued strongly compromise short independence wikipedia p |
| 926 |
908 |
1127 |
Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
First published in 1881, Eight Hundred Miles on the Amazon is an adventure novel by Jules Verne, having elements of codes and cryptography. Unlike many of his other stories, it is not a work of science fiction. Rather, it describes a voyage down the Amazon River on a large raft, or jangada). Many aspects of the raft, scenery, and journey are described in detail. - Summary by not.a.moose, adapted from Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/eight-hundred-leagues-on-the-amazon/ |
first published 1881 eight hundred miles amazon adventure novel jules verne elements codes cryptography unlike many stories work science fiction rather describes voyage amazon river large raft jangada many aspects raft scenery journey described detail summary not a moose adapted wikipedia p |
| 927 |
909 |
1128 |
Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction, Satire |
In one of his later novels, the master storyteller spins a tale of two children switched at infancy. A slave takes on the identity of master and heir while the rightful heir is condemned to live the life of a slave. Twain uses this vehicle to explore themes of nature vs. nurture, racial bigotry and moral relativism. The case of mistaken identity is a theme that Twain explored also in THE PRINCE AND THE PAUPER; in THE TRAGEDY OF PUDD'NHEAD WILSON he turns the theme into a well-crafted detective story. It is unfortunate that this is one of Twain's lesser known works as it is one of his most enjoyable reads.<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-puddnhead-wilson-by-mark-twain/ |
one later novels master storyteller spins tale two children switched infancy slave takes identity master heir rightful heir condemned live life slave twain uses vehicle explore themes nature vs nurture racial bigotry moral relativism case mistaken identity theme twain explored also prince pauper tragedy pudd nhead wilson turns theme well crafted detective story unfortunate one twain s lesser known works one enjoyable reads p |
| 928 |
910 |
1130 |
Drinking Alone by Moonlight |
Bai Li 李白 |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 27 different recordings of Drinking Alone by Moonlight by Li Bai in Mandarin, Cantonese and English. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 20th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/drinking-alone-by-moonlight-by-li-bai/ |
librivox volunteers bring 27 different recordings drinking alone moonlight li bai mandarin cantonese english weekly poetry project week may 20th 2007 p |
| 929 |
911 |
1131 |
Spurgeon's Sermons May 1858 |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Charles Spurgeon was a popular Baptist minister in London in mid-Victorian times; his ministry was highly influential and had a significant effect on many families in London and further afield. It was difficult to find a hall large enough to accommodate the crowd who wished to hear him. At times the Royal Surrey Gardens' Music Hall was hired to accomodate the Sunday congregation; this could seat 10,000 but large numbers were unable to gain admittance.</p>\n\n<p>His world-wide heritage is very much with us today through the many chuches built, missionary work begun, children's charity founded and theological colleges established as a result of his ministry.</p>\n\n<p>The sermons in this collection were preached buring May 1898 and published immediately at one penny (1d.) each. These were widely circulated and remain one of the all-time best-selling series of writings. (Summary by Alan Chant)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/spurgeons-sermons-may-1858-by-charles-spurgeon/ |
p charles spurgeon popular baptist minister london mid victorian times ministry highly influential significant effect many families london afield difficult find hall large enough accommodate crowd wished hear him times royal surrey gardens music hall hired accomodate sunday congregation could seat 10 000 large numbers unable gain admittance p p his world wide heritage much us today many chuches built missionary work begun children s charity founded theological colleges established result ministry p p the sermons collection preached buring may 1898 published immediately one penny 1d each widely circulated remain one all time best selling series writings summary alan chant p |
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912 |
1132 |
Colors of Space |
Marion Zimmer Bradley |
Science Fiction |
<p>Bart Steele, Space Academy graduate, is on his way home to his father's business - he runs a fleet of spaceships for interstellar travel. The secret for fast interstellar travel though is still tightly kept by the alien race Lhari. An agreement between humans and Lhari has been made that permits humans only to travel in cold sleep as passengers aboard Lhari vessels as to not reveal the secret.</p><p>Some humans – the Mentorians - have had a slight genetic shift which enhanced their vision to withstand the light levels that the aliens Lhari use and live in. Mentorians perceive a wider optical spectrum than ordinary humans – some can see the ‘eighth color’. Mentorians act as translators, middleman and interpreters between the two races. But their ability sets them apart from the rest of humanity. Bart, half Mentorian, has this ability.</p><p>Bart, surgically altering his appearance to hire as a Lhari on a homeworld bound Lhari vessel, attempts to steal the secret of the Warp Drive - an attempt on which countless humans spies have failed before. (Summary by Stephan Möbius)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-colors-of-space-by-marion-zimmer-bradley/ |
p bart steele space academy graduate way home father s business runs fleet spaceships interstellar travel secret fast interstellar travel though still tightly kept alien race lhari agreement humans lhari made permits humans travel cold sleep passengers aboard lhari vessels reveal secret p p some humans mentorians slight genetic shift enhanced vision withstand light levels aliens lhari use live in mentorians perceive wider optical spectrum ordinary humans see eighth color mentorians act translators middleman interpreters two races ability sets apart rest humanity bart half mentorian ability p p bart surgically altering appearance hire lhari homeworld bound lhari vessel attempts steal secret warp drive attempt countless humans spies failed before summary stephan möbius p |
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913 |
1133 |
Last Man |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Science Fiction |
<p> The Last Man is an early post-apocalyptic science fiction novel by Mary Shelley, which was first published in 1826. The book tells of a future world that has been ravaged by a plague. The plague gradually kills off all people. Lionel Verney, central character, son of a nobleman who gambled himself into poverty, finds himself immune after being attacked by an infected "negro," and copes with a civilization that is gradually dying out around him. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-man-by-mary-shelley/ |
p last man early post apocalyptic science fiction novel mary shelley first published 1826 book tells future world ravaged plague plague gradually kills people lionel verney central character son nobleman gambled poverty finds immune attacked infected negro copes civilization gradually dying around him summary wikipedia p |
| 932 |
914 |
1134 |
Machine Stops |
E. M. Forster |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Machine Stops is a short science fiction story. It describes a world in which almost all humans have lost the ability to live on the surface of the Earth. Each individual lives in isolation in a 'cell', with all bodily and spiritual needs met by the omnipotent, global Machine. Most humans welcome this development, as they are skeptical and fearful of first-hand experience. People forget that humans created the Machine, and treat it as a mystical entity whose needs supersede their own. Those who do not accept the deity of the Machine are viewed as 'unmechanical' and are threatened with "Homelessness". Eventually, the Machine apocalyptically collapses, and the civilization of the Machine comes to an end. (Wikipedia)</p><p>Comment by book coordinator:\nA condensed rapidfire of details and ideas imagining a dystopian world. Good thing he made it a short story. And the world he describes feels so appalling, although we are good on the way to be where Forster imagined us - shocker. So imaginative for 1909! Staying at home with the telly and internet and instant messaging and videoconferencing, google and pizza delivery and all flats and all cities look alike. And the loss of Patience! Damn this is good and so true - with one big exception the many buttons for all the machines functions. But how would Forster know of digital interfaces? That would have been too much to foresee.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-stops-by-e-m-forster/ |
p the machine stops short science fiction story describes world almost humans lost ability live surface earth individual lives isolation cell bodily spiritual needs met omnipotent global machine humans welcome development skeptical fearful first hand experience people forget humans created machine treat mystical entity whose needs supersede own accept deity machine viewed unmechanical threatened homelessness eventually machine apocalyptically collapses civilization machine comes end wikipedia p p comment book coordinator condensed rapidfire details ideas imagining dystopian world good thing made short story world describes feels appalling although good way forster imagined us shocker imaginative 1909 staying home telly internet instant messaging videoconferencing google pizza delivery flats cities look alike loss patience damn good true one big exception many buttons machines functions would forster know digital interfaces would much foresee p |
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915 |
1135 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure |
<p>In The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain creates an entertaining adventure of Middle America in the 1800's - afloat on a raft on the Mississippi River. Huck escapes his civilized life when he arranges his own "murder" and turns back into the backwoods, downriver yokel he started as, and in the process springing a slave, Jim, from bondage.</p><p>Huck and Jim experience life as a series of tableaus as the river sweeps them through small towns on their way South. At each stop, Huck engages his talent for mixing fact with bald-faced lies to endlessly get himself out of situations... and of course, putting him into others!</p><p>Much has been written about the statement Twain is making about slavery in this book, but it's really secondary to the story. The facts of how black people were treated in this period give Huck and Jim their license for life on the run. Modern listeners will be intrigued by the unencumbered life of the pair; they make do with coffee, fish from the river, and little else (but of course, when they do need something extra, they don't mind helping themselves to it without recourse to money!)</p><p>Huck and Jim have run-ins with desperados and family feuds and even manage to get run down by a steamboat. The adventures ratchet up when they are joined on the raft by a self-proclaimed "duke" and a "king" - shysters both, who spend their time in figuring how to fleece the public in the little river towns. And when Jim is captured and threatened with being sent back into slavery, Huck enlists his old buddy Tom Sawyer in a frenzied, desperate, and terribly funny rescue.</p><p>I had to clip a lot of laughing from this recording at Twain's sly, catch-'em-when-they're-not-looking humor, but you can feel free to enjoy some good belly laughs at this crew of lovable rapscallions! (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-by-mark-twain-version-2/ |
p in adventures huckleberry finn mark twain creates entertaining adventure middle america 1800 s afloat raft mississippi river huck escapes civilized life arranges murder turns back backwoods downriver yokel started as process springing slave jim bondage p p huck jim experience life series tableaus river sweeps small towns way south stop huck engages talent mixing fact bald faced lies endlessly get situations course putting others p p much written statement twain making slavery book really secondary story facts black people treated period give huck jim license life run modern listeners intrigued unencumbered life pair make coffee fish river little else but course need something extra mind helping without recourse money p p huck jim run ins desperados family feuds even manage get run steamboat adventures ratchet joined raft self proclaimed duke king shysters both spend time figuring fleece public little river towns jim captured threatened sent back slavery huck enlists old buddy tom sawyer frenzied desperate terribly funny rescue p p i clip lot laughing recording twain s sly catch em when they re not looking humor feel free enjoy good belly laughs crew lovable rapscallions summary mark p |
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916 |
1136 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 06 - The Great Intendant: A Chronicle of Jean Talon in Canada 1665-1672 |
Thomas Chapais |
Early Modern |
Talon worked closely with lieutenant-general Prouville de Tracy to achieve the surrender of the Iroquois in 1627, thereby ending the threat that had hung over the colony for 20 years. Although Talon did not join the troops in the field, at Tracy's request, he had a very large share in the success of the French arms through his constant and meticulous care in placing at the disposition of the army everything that was necessary for the war, despite the poverty of the colony, the lack of roads, and the distances. Summary by Wikipedia.<p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-volume-6-the-great-intendant-a-chronicle-of-jean-talon-in-canada-1665-1672/ |
talon worked closely lieutenant general prouville de tracy achieve surrender iroquois 1627 thereby ending threat hung colony 20 years although talon join troops field tracy s request large share success french arms constant meticulous care placing disposition army everything necessary war despite poverty colony lack roads distances summary wikipedia p |
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917 |
1137 |
In Defense of Women |
H. L. Mencken |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<p>In Defense of Women is H. L. Mencken's 1918 book on women and the relationship between the sexes. Some laud the book as progressive while others brand it as reactionary. While Mencken didn't champion women's rights, he described women as wiser in many novel and observable ways, while demeaning average men. According to Mencken's biographer, Fred Hobson: Depending on the position of the reader, he was either a great defender of women's rights or, as a critic labelled him in 1916, 'the greatest misogynist since Schopenhauer','the country's high-priest of woman-haters.' (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/in-defense-of-women-by-hl-mencken/ |
p in defense women h l mencken s 1918 book women relationship sexes laud book progressive others brand reactionary mencken champion women s rights described women wiser many novel observable ways demeaning average men according mencken s biographer fred hobson depending position reader either great defender women s rights or critic labelled 1916 the greatest misogynist since schopenhauer the country s high priest woman haters summary wikipedia p |
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918 |
1138 |
Fur Country |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
In 1859, officers of the Hudson's Bay Company travel through the Northwest Territories of Canada on a mission to found a fort at 70 degrees, north of the Arctic Circle. At some point, an earthquake occurs, and from then on, laws of physics seem altered (a total eclipse happens to be only partial; tides are not perceived anymore). They eventually realise that they are not where they are supposed to be. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-fur-country-by-jules-verne/ |
1859 officers hudson s bay company travel northwest territories canada mission found fort 70 degrees north arctic circle point earthquake occurs on laws physics seem altered a total eclipse happens partial tides perceived anymore eventually realise supposed be wikipedia |
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919 |
1139 |
Japanese Fairy Tales |
Yei Theodora Ozaki |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>First published in 1908, this is a book of "beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan" that were collected, translated and retold by the author, Yei Theodora Ozaki, who states: "...in telling them I have also found that they were still unknown to the vast majority, and this has encouraged me to write them for the children of the West." In part, the project was the result of a suggestion made by her friend Andrew Lang, another collector of fairy stories, who printed his stories in the many Colored Fairy Books. (Summary by not.a.moose)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/japanese-fairy-tales-by-yei-theodora-ozaki/ |
p first published 1908 book beautiful legends fairy tales japan collected translated retold author yei theodora ozaki states in telling also found still unknown vast majority encouraged write children west part project result suggestion made friend andrew lang another collector fairy stories printed stories many colored fairy books summary not a moose p |
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920 |
1140 |
In Chancery (Forsyte Saga Vol. 2) |
John Galsworthy |
General Fiction, Romance, Sagas |
<p>'The Forsyte Saga' is the story of a wealthy London family stretching from the eighteen-eighties until the nineteen-twenties. <i>In Chancery</i> is the second book in the saga. Five years have passed since Irene left Soames and the death of Bosinney. Old Jolyon meets Irene and is enchanted by her. At his death he leaves her a legacy sufficient for her to live an independent life in Paris.</p>\n<p>Soames who is desperate for a son, attempts to effect a rapprochement but is rejected by her. Meanwhile Young Jolyon, now a widower,who is Irene’s trustee falls in love with her.</p>\n<p>Soames suspects Young Jolyon and Irene of adultery and sues for divorce. His action is successful. Young Jolyon and Irene marry. She bears him a son, John. Soames remarries. His wife Annette bears him a daughter, Fleur. (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/in-chancery-by-john-galsworthy/ |
p the forsyte saga story wealthy london family stretching eighteen eighties nineteen twenties i in chancery i second book saga five years passed since irene left soames death bosinney old jolyon meets irene enchanted her death leaves legacy sufficient live independent life paris p p soames desperate son attempts effect rapprochement rejected her meanwhile young jolyon widower who irene s trustee falls love her p p soames suspects young jolyon irene adultery sues divorce action successful young jolyon irene marry bears son john soames remarries wife annette bears daughter fleur summary andy minter p |
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921 |
1141 |
She-rab Dong-bu (The Tree of Wisdom) |
Nagarjuna |
Philosophy, Ancient |
The She-rab Dong-bu (Tree of Wisdom) is a metrical translation in Tibetan of a Sanscrit ethical work entitled Prajnya Danda, written by Nagarjuna who flourished in the fourth century of the Buddhist era (about 100 B.C.), The Tibetan version was probably made about the 11th century of our era but the exact date has not been determined. It is included in the Ten-gyur, ངོ་ section, volume གོ་, beginning at leaf 165. The Tibetan translator describes it as the second volume but I cannot say whether the remainder of the work has been preserved in Tibetan--the Sanscrit original is apparently lost. - W.L. Campbell<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/she-rab-dong-bu-by-nagarjuna/ |
she rab dong bu tree wisdom metrical translation tibetan sanscrit ethical work entitled prajnya danda written nagarjuna flourished fourth century buddhist era about 100 b c tibetan version probably made 11th century era exact date determined included ten gyur ང section volume ག beginning leaf 165 tibetan translator describes second volume cannot say whether remainder work preserved tibetan the sanscrit original apparently lost w l campbell p |
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922 |
1142 |
Child's History of England |
Charles Dickens |
Children's Fiction |
<P>A Child's History of England first appeared in serial form, running from January 25, 1851 to December 10, 1853 and was first published in three volume book form in 1852, 1853, and 1854. Dickens dedicated the book to "My own dear children, whom I hope it may help, bye and bye, to read with interest larger and better books on the same subject". The history covered the period between 50 BC and 1689, ending with a chapter summarising events from then until the ascension of Queen Victoria. (Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-history-of-england-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a child s history england first appeared serial form running january 25 1851 december 10 1853 first published three volume book form 1852 1853 1854 dickens dedicated book my dear children hope may help bye bye read interest larger better books subject history covered period 50 bc 1689 ending chapter summarising events ascension queen victoria wikipedia p |
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923 |
1143 |
Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin |
Benjamin Franklin |
Biography & Autobiography, Self-Help |
<p>Franklin wrote his autobiography in the form of an extended letter to his son. While recording the events of his life, he adds instructions for good living which makes this work America’s first “How to Succeed” book. Edited by Frank Woodworth Pine (1869-1919). (Summary by Gary)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobigraphy-of-benjamin-franklin-ed-by-frank-woodworth-pine/ |
p franklin wrote autobiography form extended letter son recording events life adds instructions good living makes work america s first how succeed book edited frank woodworth pine 1869 1919 summary gary p |
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924 |
1144 |
Cricket on the Hearth |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
<p>John Peerybingle, a carrier, lives with his wife Dot (who is much younger than he), their baby, their nanny Tilly Slowboy, and a mysterious lodger. A cricket constantly chirps on the hearth and acts as a guardian angel to the family, at one point assuming a human voice to warn John that his suspicions that Dot is having an affair with the lodger are wrong.<br></br>The life of the Peerybingles frequently intersects with that of Caleb Plummer, a poor toymaker employed by the miser Mr. Tackleton. Caleb has a blind daughter Bertha and a son Edward, who travelled to South America and seemingly never returned. Tackleton is now on the eve of marrying Edward's sweetheart, May.<br></br>In the end, the lodger is revealed to be none other than Edward. Tackleton's heart is melted by the Christmas season, like Ebeneezer Scrooge, and surrenders May to marry her true love. It is suggested ambiguously that Bertha regains her sight at the end. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-cricket-on-the-hearth-by-charles-dickens/ |
p john peerybingle carrier lives wife dot who much younger he baby nanny tilly slowboy mysterious lodger cricket constantly chirps hearth acts guardian angel family one point assuming human voice warn john suspicions dot affair lodger wrong br br the life peerybingles frequently intersects caleb plummer poor toymaker employed miser mr tackleton caleb blind daughter bertha son edward travelled south america seemingly never returned tackleton eve marrying edward s sweetheart may br br in end lodger revealed none edward tackleton s heart melted christmas season like ebeneezer scrooge surrenders may marry true love suggested ambiguously bertha regains sight end wikipedia p |
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3843 |
4287 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 007 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 007: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-007-by/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 007 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
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927 |
1147 |
Day Boy and the Night Girl |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A boy named Photogen, who has never seen the moon, meets a girl named Nycteris, who has never seen the sun. The two of them must escape from the witch Watho. As usual with George MacDonald, this fairy tale has layers of meaning that go deeper than the story on the surface. (summary by L.A. Walden)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-boy-and-the-night-girl-by-george-macdonald/ |
p a boy named photogen never seen moon meets girl named nycteris never seen sun two must escape witch watho usual george macdonald fairy tale layers meaning go deeper story surface summary l a walden p |
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928 |
1149 |
Life in a Thousand Worlds |
William Shuler Harris |
Science Fiction |
A jolly romp, which could be perhaps be described as Gulliver’s Travels Through Our Solar System and Beyond, as written by a great admirer of C. S. Lewis, on a rainy Sunday afternoon, after one too many mugs of cocoa. Includes some thought on alien philosophies and how to apply them to moral and social problems here on Planet Earth.<br><br>\n\n Unrelated to the book, this was also the one-thousandth project to be started at LibriVox. — (Non-summary by Cori Samuel.)</p>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-a-thousand-worlds-by-william-shuler-harris/ |
jolly romp could perhaps described gulliver s travels solar system beyond written great admirer c s lewis rainy sunday afternoon one many mugs cocoa includes thought alien philosophies apply moral social problems planet earth br br unrelated book also one thousandth project started librivox non summary cori samuel p |
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929 |
1150 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 014 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 014: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-14/ |
p librivox s short story collection 014 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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930 |
1151 |
Lady Audley's Secret |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Mary Elizabeth Braddon's first novel, Lady Audley's Secret, was one of the most popular English novels of its day. Published serially in 1862, it tells the story of the lovely Lucy Graham, who becomes Lady Audley at the beginning of the novel, and who conceals a scandalous secret from her new husband and his family. The plot, which includes madness, bigamy, attempted murder, and seduction, made this a shocking but highly successful story for Victorian audiences. It remains one of the best examples of 19th century sensational fiction, and is a wonderfully absorbing book. (Summary written by gloriana). </p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/lady-audleys-secret-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
p mary elizabeth braddon s first novel lady audley s secret one popular english novels day published serially 1862 tells story lovely lucy graham becomes lady audley beginning novel conceals scandalous secret new husband family plot includes madness bigamy attempted murder seduction made shocking highly successful story victorian audiences remains one best examples 19th century sensational fiction wonderfully absorbing book summary written gloriana p |
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931 |
1152 |
What Katy Did at School |
Susan Coolidge |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<P>The continuing story of Katy Carr, recounting the time she spent at boarding school with her sister Clover. (Summary by Karen Savage)</P> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-at-school-by-susan-coolidge/ |
p the continuing story katy carr recounting time spent boarding school sister clover summary karen savage p |
| 949 |
932 |
1153 |
Thousand Miles up the Nile |
Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards |
*Non-fiction, History , Travel & Geography |
<p>Amelia B. Edwards wrote this historical, egyptological, and cultural study in in 1877, and it became an immediate best-seller, reprinted in 1888 at home in England and abroad. She travelled throughout Egypt at a time when most women didn't leave home. One of the pioneering Egyptologists of the age, she established the Edwards Chair of Egyptology, occupied first by the great Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie.</p>\n\n<p>This book is in a sense a seminal work, known to have influenced the modern writings of Elizabeth Peters in her Amelia Peabody Emerson murder-mystery series. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/a-thousand-miles-up-the-nile-by-amelia-edwards/ |
p amelia b edwards wrote historical egyptological cultural study 1877 became immediate best seller reprinted 1888 home england abroad travelled throughout egypt time women leave home one pioneering egyptologists age established edwards chair egyptology occupied first great sir william matthew flinders petrie p p this book sense seminal work known influenced modern writings elizabeth peters amelia peabody emerson murder mystery series summary sibella denton p |
| 950 |
933 |
1154 |
Selected Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry |
<p>Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell was a volume of poetry published jointly by the three Bronte sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anne in 1846, and their first work to ever go in print. To evade contemporary prejudice against female writers, the Bronte sisters adopted androgynous first names. Marked by profound sentiments, gravity and melodious harmony, the poems are strewn on the fields of soulful love, rueful reminiscence and the immortal yearnings of a Christian soul, and represent a fragrant assemblage of noetic flowers from the glebes of olden England. For those not familiar with the Bronte sisters' poetry, it should be noted that many of their poems were written in the context of their fictional, shared worlds of Gondal and Angria. <br/>(Written by Ellis Christoff)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-bronte-sisters/ |
p poems currer ellis acton bell volume poetry published jointly three bronte sisters charlotte emily anne 1846 first work ever go print evade contemporary prejudice female writers bronte sisters adopted androgynous first names marked profound sentiments gravity melodious harmony poems strewn fields soulful love rueful reminiscence immortal yearnings christian soul represent fragrant assemblage noetic flowers glebes olden england familiar bronte sisters poetry noted many poems written context fictional shared worlds gondal angria br written ellis christoff p |
| 951 |
934 |
1155 |
Dirge for Two Veterans |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In celebration of Memorial Day in the United States, 2007, LibriVox volunteers bring you twelve different recordings of Dirge for Two Veterans by Walt Whitman. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 27th, 2007 (summary by Karen Savage).<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/dirge-for-two-veterans-by-walt-whitman/ |
celebration memorial day united states 2007 librivox volunteers bring twelve different recordings dirge two veterans walt whitman weekly poetry project week may 27th 2007 summary karen savage p |
| 952 |
984 |
1208 |
Alice Pleasance Liddell |
Lewis Carroll |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 different recordings of Alice Pleasance Liddell by Lewis Carroll. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 17th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/of-alice-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 different recordings alice pleasance liddell lewis carroll weekly poetry project week june 17th 2007 p |
| 953 |
935 |
1156 |
Personal Recollections of Early Melbourne and Victoria |
William Westgarth |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
<P>Son of John Westgarth, surveyor-general of customs for Scotland, was born at Edinburgh, in June 1815. He was educated at the high schools at Leith and Edinburgh, and at Dr Bruce's school at Newcastle-on-Tyne. He then entered the office of G. Young and Company of Leith, who were engaged in the Australian trade, and realizing the possibilities of the new land, decided to emigrate to Australia. He arrived in Melbourne, then a town of three or four thousand inhabitants, in December 1840.</p>\n\n<p>When the new colony was constituted Westgarth headed the poll for Melbourne at the election for the legislative council. He had had many activities during the previous 10 years.</p>\n\n<p>He revisited Australia in 1888 and was everywhere welcomed. When the Melbourne international exhibition was opened he walked in the procession through the avenue of nations alongside Mr Francis Henty, then the sole survivor of the brotherhood who founded Victoria. As a result of his visit two volumes appeared Personal Recollections of Early Melbourne and Victoria, in 1888, and\nHalf a Century of Australasian Progress, in 1889. Returning to Great Britain Westgarth died suddenly at Edinburgh on 28 October 1889. He married in 1853 and left a widow and two daughters.</p>\n |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-early-melbourne-and-victoria-by-william-westgarth/ |
p son john westgarth surveyor general customs scotland born edinburgh june 1815 educated high schools leith edinburgh dr bruce s school newcastle on tyne entered office g young company leith engaged australian trade realizing possibilities new land decided emigrate australia arrived melbourne town three four thousand inhabitants december 1840 p p when new colony constituted westgarth headed poll melbourne election legislative council many activities previous 10 years p p he revisited australia 1888 everywhere welcomed melbourne international exhibition opened walked procession avenue nations alongside mr francis henty sole survivor brotherhood founded victoria result visit two volumes appeared personal recollections early melbourne victoria 1888 half century australasian progress 1889 returning great britain westgarth died suddenly edinburgh 28 october 1889 married 1853 left widow two daughters p |
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936 |
1157 |
Gettysburg Address (version 3) |
Abraham Lincoln |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
<P>The Dedication of the National Cemetery at Gettysburg, in November, 1863, followed a few short months after the roiling, acrid clouds of gun smoke dissipated, leaving a little crossroads town in Pennsylvania heir to the human tragedy of over 7,000 corpses and 21,000 men suffering wounds. It was a most unnatural disaster.</p>\n\n<p>On November 19, the chief executive made the trip to the still-dazed, shot-torn community to deliver, almost as an afterthought (for he was not the keynote speaker), an address that clarified his belief that the Negro race should be liberated from their slavery, and that despite the loss of so much blood and life, the Union should hold to the goal of completing this emancipation.</p>\n\n<p>That he knew the eyes of the nation would rest of him was evident; this address was the first speech since his inauguration that he prepared in advance. But these carefully crafted words - only 269 of them - became a vital part of our nation's identity, and are a signature to the bedrock of our beliefs.</P> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-gettysburg-address-by-abraham-lincoln-2/ |
p the dedication national cemetery gettysburg november 1863 followed short months roiling acrid clouds gun smoke dissipated leaving little crossroads town pennsylvania heir human tragedy 7 000 corpses 21 000 men suffering wounds unnatural disaster p p on november 19 chief executive made trip still dazed shot torn community deliver almost afterthought for keynote speaker address clarified belief negro race liberated slavery despite loss much blood life union hold goal completing emancipation p p that knew eyes nation would rest evident address first speech since inauguration prepared advance carefully crafted words 269 became vital part nation s identity signature bedrock beliefs p |
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937 |
1158 |
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Family |
<p>Rebecca goes to live with her two stern aunts in a village in Maine. Her joy for life ends up inspiring them. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/rebecca-of-sunnybrook-farm-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p rebecca goes live two stern aunts village maine joy life ends inspiring them summary wikipedia p |
| 956 |
938 |
1159 |
Ballad of the White Horse |
G. K. Chesterton |
Epics |
An English epic poem that follows the exploits of Alfred the Great in his defense of Christian civilization in England from the heathen nihilism of the North. Following a string of defeats at the hands of the invading Danes, a vision from heaven in the river island of Athelney fills Alfred with joy and hope. Though it gives no promise of victory in the coming struggle, it inspires him to rally his chieftains for a last stand against the invading hordes. His adventures lead throughout the country as he gathers his men, and take him through the Danish camps disguised as a minstrel before culminating in the Battle of Ethandune and the prophesying of the enemy's subtle return in the ages to come. (Summary by Joshua B. Christensen) <p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-the-white-horse-by-gk-chesterton/ |
english epic poem follows exploits alfred great defense christian civilization england heathen nihilism north following string defeats hands invading danes vision heaven river island athelney fills alfred joy hope though gives promise victory coming struggle inspires rally chieftains last stand invading hordes adventures lead throughout country gathers men take danish camps disguised minstrel culminating battle ethandune prophesying enemy s subtle return ages come summary joshua b christensen p |
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939 |
1160 |
Through the Looking-Glass (version 2) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
The sequel to “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” finds Alice back in Wonderland and a piece in a surreal chess game. This weird and wonderful book includes the poems “Jabberwocky” and “The Walrus and the Carpenter,” a talking pudding, and that immortal line “Jam yesterday, jam tomorrow, but never jam today.” Lewis Carroll was the nom de plume of Charles Dodgson (1832-1890) an Anglican clergyman, photographer, and mathematician. <p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-and-what-alice-found-there-by-lewis-carroll/ |
sequel alice s adventures wonderland finds alice back wonderland piece surreal chess game weird wonderful book includes poems jabberwocky the walrus carpenter talking pudding immortal line jam yesterday jam tomorrow never jam today lewis carroll nom de plume charles dodgson 1832 1890 anglican clergyman photographer mathematician p |
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940 |
1161 |
Deadwood Dick's Doom; or, Calamity Jane's Last Adventure |
Edward L. Wheeler |
Westerns |
<p>This western, published around 1899, is a dime novel that has it all: roguish gun men, hostile Indians, chilvarous gentlemen to protect the hapless females, and - in Calamity Jane - even a female who can hold her own. The fictional character of the hero, Deadwood Dick, appeared in more than a hundred stories and became so famous the name was claimed by several men who actually lived in Deadwood, South Dakota. (Summary by Gesine/Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/deadwood-dick-by-edward-l-wheeler/ |
p this western published around 1899 dime novel all roguish gun men hostile indians chilvarous gentlemen protect hapless females calamity jane even female hold own fictional character hero deadwood dick appeared hundred stories became famous name claimed several men actually lived deadwood south dakota summary gesine wikipedia p |
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941 |
1162 |
Bible (WEB) NT 02: The Good News According to Mark |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Mark's Gospel is certainly the shortest, and possibly the earliest of the four canonical gospels. It covers Jesus' life from his Baptism to his Resurrection, but concentrates particularly on the week leading up to the Crucifixon.<BR><BR> It appears to have been written for a general audience, and its relative simplicity makes it perhaps the most accessible of the four Gospels for a first time reader. (Paragraph by Justin)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-good-news-according-to-mark-web-jeb/ |
p mark s gospel certainly shortest possibly earliest four canonical gospels covers jesus life baptism resurrection concentrates particularly week leading crucifixon br br appears written general audience relative simplicity makes perhaps accessible four gospels first time reader paragraph justin p |
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942 |
1163 |
Just So Stories (version 2) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Animals & Nature |
<p>The stories, first published in 1902, are fantastic accounts of how various natural phenomena came about. The original editions of Just So Stories were illustrated with woodcuts by Kipling himself. Read along online and see the illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=kipling&book=just&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. Each story is accompanied by a poem, in a somewhat ballad style. Many of the stories are addressed to "Best Beloved" (they were first written for Kipling's eldest daughter, Josephine, who had died during an outbreak of influenza in 1899), and throughout they use a comically elevated style inspired by the formal speech of India, full of long and improbable-sounding words, some of them made up. As a result, it is a delight to read them aloud, and easy to memorise passages from them. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-stories-by-rudyard-kipling-version-2/ |
p the stories first published 1902 fantastic accounts various natural phenomena came about original editions stories illustrated woodcuts kipling himself read along online see illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author kipling book just story _contents mainlesson com a story accompanied poem somewhat ballad style many stories addressed best beloved they first written kipling s eldest daughter josephine died outbreak influenza 1899 throughout use comically elevated style inspired formal speech india full long improbable sounding words made up result delight read aloud easy memorise passages them summary wikipedia p |
| 961 |
943 |
1165 |
Life and Adventures of Nat Love |
Nat Love |
Biography & Autobiography |
Nat Love was born a slave, emancipated into abject poverty, grew up riding the range as a cowboy and spent his maturity riding the rails as a Pullman Porter. For me, the most amazing thing about him is that despite the circumstances of his life, which included being owned like a farm animal solely because of the color of his skin and spending later decades living and working as an equal with white coworkers, he was an unrepentant racist! Convinced that the only good Indian was a dead one, and that all Mexicans were "greasers" and/or "bums," he rarely passed up a chance to shoot a member of either group, whether in self-defense or cold blood, and shows no sign of having appreciated the difference. At one point, he fell in love with a Mexican girl but, apparently unable to tolerate this reality, considered her "Spanish." Nat Love was a fascinating character who lived in equally interesting times, and one only wishes his autobiography was much longer and more detailed. summary by ohsostrange <p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-nat-love-also-known-as-deadwood-dick-by-nat-love/ |
nat love born slave emancipated abject poverty grew riding range cowboy spent maturity riding rails pullman porter me amazing thing despite circumstances life included owned like farm animal solely color skin spending later decades living working equal white coworkers unrepentant racist convinced good indian dead one mexicans greasers and or bums rarely passed chance shoot member either group whether self defense cold blood shows sign appreciated difference one point fell love mexican girl but apparently unable tolerate reality considered spanish nat love fascinating character lived equally interesting times one wishes autobiography much longer detailed summary ohsostrange p |
| 962 |
944 |
1167 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 04 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le quatrième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons. </p><p>This is the fourth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.</p>\n<p>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-04-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-0712/ |
p voici le quatrième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p this fourth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society p p summary ezwa p |
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945 |
1168 |
Anne of Green Gables (version 3) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
The timeless story of the young orphan girl sent by accident to a brother and sister who had wanted a boy, Anne, with her vivid imagination and sensitive spirit, has enchanted readers for generations. (Summary by Karen Savage)<p>\n\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of Avonlea</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of the Island</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/" target="_blank">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rainbow Valley</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rilla of Ingleside</a><p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/ |
timeless story young orphan girl sent accident brother sister wanted boy anne vivid imagination sensitive spirit enchanted readers generations summary karen savage p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of avonlea by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne avonlea a br a href http librivox org anne of the island by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne island a br a href http librivox org annes house of dreams by lucy maud montgomery version 2 target _blank anne s house dreams a br a href http librivox org rainbow valley version 2 by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rainbow valley a br a href http librivox org rilla of ingleside by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rilla ingleside a p |
| 964 |
946 |
1170 |
Comic History of England |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction, History |
<p><br>Edgar Wilson “Bill” Nye (1850 – 1896) was a distinguished American journalist, who later became widely known as a humorist. Jim “jimmowatt” Mowatt is a distinguished LibriVox volunteer, widely known for his continued devotion both to regularly producing the LibriVox Community Podcast and to regularly creating more and more history audiobooks for the public domain, renowned for his humor and his historically kind demeanor, lately recognized as holding a diploma as well as a mic. In light of that new holding, in celebration of graduation, this bit of history has been recorded with Jim in mind, owing to all that we owe him, glowing with glee that we know him, it’s what we’ve done just to show him that he’s a jolly good fellow. (Summary by Anita and Alan)</p>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/comic-history-of-england-by-bill-nye/ |
p br edgar wilson bill nye 1850 1896 distinguished american journalist later became widely known humorist jim jimmowatt mowatt distinguished librivox volunteer widely known continued devotion regularly producing librivox community podcast regularly creating history audiobooks public domain renowned humor historically kind demeanor lately recognized holding diploma well mic light new holding celebration graduation bit history recorded jim mind owing owe him glowing glee know him it s we ve done show he s jolly good fellow summary anita alan p |
| 965 |
948 |
1172 |
Study in Scarlet (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
A Study in Scarlet is a detective mystery novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, which was first published in 1887. It is the first story to feature the character of Sherlock Holmes, who would later become one of the most famous literary detective characters, with long-lasting interest and appeal. The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes to his companion Doctor Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There’s the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-2/ |
study scarlet detective mystery novel written sir arthur conan doyle first published 1887 first story feature character sherlock holmes would later become one famous literary detective characters long lasting interest appeal book s title derives speech given holmes companion doctor watson nature work describes story s murder investigation study scarlet there s scarlet thread murder running colourless skein life duty unravel it isolate it expose every inch it summary wikipedia p |
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949 |
1173 |
Short Poetry Collection 031 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 031: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-031/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 031 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 967 |
950 |
1174 |
Pinch of Salt |
Robert Graves |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 different recordings of A Pinch of Salt by Robert Graves.</p>\n\n Perhaps now best known as the author whose book of the same name inspired the Masterpiece Theater series I, Claudius, Robert Graves wrote prolifically throughout his 90 years, concentrating on myth in a scholarly vein. Many of his works were academically controversial. And yet, first and foremost, he considered himself a poet. This poem, which first appeared in 1920, shows Graves to be not only a careful and cautious man, but also exceedingly passionate (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake).</p>\n\n This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 3rd, 2007.<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-pinch-of-salt-by-robert-graves/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 different recordings pinch salt robert graves p perhaps best known author whose book name inspired masterpiece theater series i claudius robert graves wrote prolifically throughout 90 years concentrating myth scholarly vein many works academically controversial yet first foremost considered poet poem first appeared 1920 shows graves careful cautious man also exceedingly passionate summary alan davis drake p weekly poetry project week june 3rd 2007 p |
| 968 |
951 |
1175 |
Our Old Nursery Rhymes |
Alfred Moffat |
Children's Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
_Our Old Nursery Rhymes_ (1911) is a book of 30 of folkloric songs arranged by Alfred Moffatt and beautifully illustrated by H. Willebeck Le Mair. You and your child can listen and sing along as you read the <a href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/SaveBook?bookid=___oldn_00150057&lang=English">facsimile edition</a> online from the Children's Digital Library.</p>\n\nThese nursery rhymes were performed made by 17 talented university student musicians who are sisters in the Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity for Women at California State University-Stanislaus. The project was conceived as an opportunity to offer service to the music-loving community around the world and to children everywhere. [Summary written by Dennis Sayers].<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/our-old-nursery-rhymes-by-alfred-moffat/ |
_our old nursery rhymes_ 1911 book 30 folkloric songs arranged alfred moffatt beautifully illustrated h willebeck le mair child listen sing along read a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl savebook bookid ___oldn_00150057 lang english facsimile edition a online children s digital library p nursery rhymes performed made 17 talented university student musicians sisters sigma alpha iota international music fraternity women california state university stanislaus project conceived opportunity offer service music loving community around world children everywhere summary written dennis sayers p |
| 969 |
952 |
1176 |
Life of the Spirit and the Life of Today |
Evelyn Underhill |
Modern |
Underhill emphasizes the practical, here-and-now nature of spiritual life. She argues that spirituality is a genuine and abiding human fact, and that any complete description of human life must find room for the spiritual factor, and for the religious life in which it finds expression. </p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-the-spirit-and-the-life-of-today-by-evelyn-underhill/ |
underhill emphasizes practical here and now nature spiritual life argues spirituality genuine abiding human fact complete description human life must find room spiritual factor religious life finds expression p |
| 970 |
953 |
1177 |
Tom Swift and His Aerial Warship, or, the Naval Terror of the Seas |
Victor Appleton |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Tom Swift is an inventor, and these are his adventures. The locale is the little town of Shopton in upstate New York, near Lake Carlopa. While some of Tom's inventions are not well-founded in a scientific sense, others elaborated developments in the news and in popular magazines aimed at young science and invention enthusiasts. Presenting themselves as a forecast of future possibilities, they now and then hit close to the mark. Some predicted inventions that came true include "photo telephones", vertical takeoff aircraft, aerial warships, giant cannons, and "wizard" cameras. However some other devices, such as magnetic silencers for motors, have not appeared yet. -adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline <p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-aerial-warship-or-the-naval-terror-of-the-seas-by-victor-appleton/ |
tom swift inventor adventures locale little town shopton upstate new york near lake carlopa tom s inventions well founded scientific sense others elaborated developments news popular magazines aimed young science invention enthusiasts presenting forecast future possibilities hit close mark predicted inventions came true include photo telephones vertical takeoff aircraft aerial warships giant cannons wizard cameras however devices magnetic silencers motors appeared yet adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 971 |
954 |
1178 |
Miss Civilization |
Richard Harding Davis |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Comedy |
<br /><em>Miss Civilization</em>, a one act comedy, tells the story of a young woman who matches wits with three burglars attempting to rob her house. This recording was made in Chicago at the LibriVox World Gathering in May 2007.<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/32">Betsie Bush</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/606">Julian Jamison</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/miss-civilization-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
br em miss civilization em one act comedy tells story young woman matches wits three burglars attempting rob house recording made chicago librivox world gathering may 2007 br br strong cast strong br a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br a href http librivox org reader 32 betsie bush a br a href http librivox org reader 606 julian jamison a br br |
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955 |
1179 |
Alexander the Great |
Jacob Abbott |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p> Alexander the Great was one of the most successful military commanders in history, and was undefeated in battle. By the time of his death, he had conquered most of the world known to the ancient Greeks.<br></br>Alexander the Great is one of many biographies aimed at young people written by Jacob Abbott and his brother. The biographies are written in such a way that makes them appealing and easily accessible to everyone. - Written by Wikipedia and Lizzie Driver</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/alexander-the-great-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p alexander great one successful military commanders history undefeated battle time death conquered world known ancient greeks br br alexander great one many biographies aimed young people written jacob abbott brother biographies written way makes appealing easily accessible everyone written wikipedia lizzie driver p |
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956 |
1180 |
Scarlet Pimpernel (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Baroness Emma ("Emmuska") Orczy (September 23, 1865 – November 12, 1947) was a British novelist, playwright and artist of Hungarian origin. She was most notable for her series of novels featuring the Scarlet Pimpernel. Some of her paintings were exhibited at the Royal Academy in London.\n(Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>\nNarrators: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/52">Luisa Hall</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1656">Sheldon Slade</a> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2630">tpincombe</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1061">Missie</a>, <a href="http://www.justinbvocal.com/">Justin S Barrett</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3790">hpark</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1963">Belinda Brown</a>, <a href="http://www.dogtaghistory.com/">Snapdragon</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3315">Holly Bliss</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3243">Rissa Byrne</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5708">Eliza</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5860">J L Raimundo</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5101">E.Lee</a>\n<br>\nCitoyen Bibot, Mr Hempseed, Vicomte de Tournay, Captain Briggs, Lord Fancourt, Brogard, Sergeant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4015">JimOCR</a><br>\nCorporal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>\nCrowd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nOld Hag in Cart: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1644">Timothy H. VanderWall</a><br>\nCaptain of Guard, Mr Jellyband: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>\nSally: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2057">Paige</a><br>\nJemima: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3523">Marissa Oakey</a><br>\nMartha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4150">LovesChesterton</a><br>\nJimmy Pitkin: <a href="http://pix4blogs.blogspot.ca/">Sami Koivisto</a><br>\nStranger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nSally: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3243">Rissa Byrne</a><br>\nLord Antony: <a href="http://www.jaysplays.net/">Jay Saunders</a><br>\nComtesse de Tournay: <a href="http://www.cmworks.info/">CM Slosson</a><br>\nSir Andrew, Groom: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nSuzanne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1061">Missie</a><br>\nStranger, Spy: <a href="http://rschmfem.com">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>\nLady Marguerite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3315">Holly Bliss</a>, <a href="”http://librivox.org/reader/1623”">Lisa Theriot</a>, <a href="”http://librivox.org/reader/1061">Missie</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a>, <a href="”http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>\nBeggar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7419">Helen Jensen</a><br>\nSir Percy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a>, <a href="http://csjewell.comyr.com/”">Curtis Jewell</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6705">D. A. Frank</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1570">Ken Theriot</a><br>\nArmand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/61">Paul-Gabriel Wiener</a><br>\nChauvelin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1570">Ken Theriot</a>, <a href="http://alexfoster.me.uk/">Alex Foster</a><br>\nLady Portarles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2270">Megan Kunkel</a><br>\nLord Grenville, Majordomo, Desgas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLouise: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2481">Alana Jordan</a><br>\nRunner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5860">J L Raimundo</a><br>\nBenjamin Rosenbaum: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6705">D. A. Frank</a><br>\nSoldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEditing by ToddHW<br/><br/> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-pimpernel-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy-2/ |
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1181 |
All Round the Year |
E. Nesbit |
Poetry |
<p>A light and whimsical collection of poems by the celebrated children's author E Nesbit, in collaboration with Saretta Nesbit. (Summary by David Barnes)</p>Read by David Barnes, Lizzie Driver, Sarah McIntyre, Stuart Pyle, Cori Samuel, and Peter Yearsley.<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/all-round-the-year-by-e-nesbit-and-s-nesbit/ |
p a light whimsical collection poems celebrated children s author e nesbit collaboration saretta nesbit summary david barnes p read david barnes lizzie driver sarah mcintyre stuart pyle cori samuel peter yearsley p |
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958 |
1182 |
Something New |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
When the absent-minded Earl of Emsworth wanders off with the pride of his scarab collection, American millionaire J. Preston Peters is willing to pay $5000 to the person who can get it back for him. Discretion is necessary since Peters’ daughter is engaged to Emsworth’s son. Joan Valentine and Ashe Marson both decide to go after the reward—she as Aline Peter’s ladies maid, and he as Mr. Peter’s valet—and they all end up at Blandings Castle. But is it possible for anyone to steal back the scarab with The Efficient Baxter ever vigilant? This is, IMHO, one of Wodehouse’s funniest novels. –Debra Lynn <p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/something-new-by-pg-wodehouse/ |
absent minded earl emsworth wanders pride scarab collection american millionaire j preston peters willing pay 5000 person get back him discretion necessary since peters daughter engaged emsworth s son joan valentine ashe marson decide go reward she aline peter s ladies maid mr peter s valet and end blandings castle possible anyone steal back scarab efficient baxter ever vigilant is imho one wodehouse s funniest novels debra lynn p |
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959 |
1183 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 015 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Story Collection 015: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-015/ |
p librivox s short story collection 015 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
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960 |
1184 |
Art of War (version 2) |
Sun Tzu 孙武 |
War & Military |
<p>The Art of War is a Chinese military treatise written during the 6th century BC by Sun Tzu. Composed of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one aspect of warfare, it has long been praised as the definitive work on military strategies and tactics of its time. (From Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-war-by-sun-tzu-2/ |
p the art war chinese military treatise written 6th century bc sun tzu composed 13 chapters devoted one aspect warfare long praised definitive work military strategies tactics time from wikipedia p |
| 978 |
961 |
1185 |
Revelations of Divine Love |
Julian of Norwich |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Julian of Norwich (c. November 8, 1342 – c. 1416) is considered to be one of the greatest English mystics. Little is known of her life aside from her writings. Even her name is uncertain, the name "Julian" coming from the Church of St Julian in Norwich, where she occupied a cell adjoining the church as an anchoress. At the age of thirty, suffering from a severe illness and believing she was on her deathbed, Julian had a series of intense visions. (They ended by the time she overcame her illness on May 13, 1373.) These visions would twenty years later be the source of her major work, called Sixteen Revelations of Divine Love (circa 1393). This is believed to be the first book written by a woman in the English language. Julian became well known throughout England as a spiritual authority. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1393 |
https://librivox.org/revelations-of-divine-love-by-julian-of-norwich/ |
p julian norwich c november 8 1342 c 1416 considered one greatest english mystics little known life aside writings even name uncertain name julian coming church st julian norwich occupied cell adjoining church anchoress age thirty suffering severe illness believing deathbed julian series intense visions they ended time overcame illness may 13 1373 visions would twenty years later source major work called sixteen revelations divine love circa 1393 believed first book written woman english language julian became well known throughout england spiritual authority summary wikipedia p |
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1242 |
1496 |
Won by Crime |
A. Frank Pinkerton |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Originally included with the published edition of Dyke Darell, this is an unrelated novella. Portuguese Viceroy to Goa, Don Garcia brought his daughter and nephew to the wild island. Adventure and melodrama ensue! (Summary by Sibella Denton).<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/won-by-crime-by-frank-pinkerton/ |
originally included published edition dyke darell unrelated novella portuguese viceroy goa garcia brought daughter nephew wild island adventure melodrama ensue summary sibella denton p |
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962 |
1186 |
Жития Святых, т. 11 - Иулий (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 11 - July) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Житія и похвалы святыхъ подобятся свѣтлостію звѣздамъ: якоже бо звѣзды положеніемъ на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвѣщаютъ, тыяжде и отъ Індіанъ зрятся, ни сокрываются отъ скѵѳовъ, землю озаряютъ, и морю свѣтятъ, и плавающихъ корабли управляютъ: ихже именъ аще и не вѣмы множества ради, обаче свѣтлѣй добротѣ ихъ чудимся. Сице и свѣтлость святыхъ, аще и затворены суть мощи ихъ во гробѣхъ, но силы ихъ въ поднебеснѣй земными предѣлы не суть опредѣленны: чудимся тѣхъ житію, и удивляемся славѣ, еюже Богъ угодившыя Ему прославляетъ.</p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him.</p> <p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-iulij-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov-eu/ |
p житія и похвалы святыхъ подобятся свѣтлостію звѣздамъ якоже бо звѣзды положеніемъ на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвѣщаютъ тыяжде и отъ індіанъ зрятся ни сокрываются отъ скѵѳовъ землю озаряютъ и морю свѣтятъ и плавающихъ корабли управляютъ ихже именъ аще и не вѣмы множества ради обаче свѣтлѣй добротѣ ихъ чудимся сице и свѣтлость святыхъ аще и затворены суть мощи ихъ во гробѣхъ но силы ихъ въ поднебеснѣй земными предѣлы не суть опредѣленны чудимся тѣхъ житію и удивляемся славѣ еюже богъ угодившыя ему прославляетъ p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
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963 |
1187 |
Eight Cousins |
Louisa May Alcott |
Family |
This is the story of Rose, a rich but lonely and sickly girl who has been recently orphaned and sent to live with her maiden aunts. When Rose's guardian, Uncle Alec, returns from abroad he takes over her care. Through his unorthodox theories about child-rearing and her exposure to the exploits of her seven male cousins and numerous aunts, Rose becomes happier and healthier, cured of many of her fears and prejudices. She also makes friends with Phebe, her aunts' maid of her own age, whose cheerful attitude in the face of poverty helps to illustrate to Rose her own good fortune.</p>\n |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/eight-cousins-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
story rose rich lonely sickly girl recently orphaned sent live maiden aunts rose s guardian uncle alec returns abroad takes care unorthodox theories child rearing exposure exploits seven male cousins numerous aunts rose becomes happier healthier cured many fears prejudices also makes friends phebe aunts maid age whose cheerful attitude face poverty helps illustrate rose good fortune p |
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964 |
1188 |
Water-Babies |
Charles Kingsley |
Action & Adventure |
<p><i>The Water-Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby</i> is a novel by the Reverend Charles Kingsley, first published in its entirety in 1863. Though some of the author's opinions are very dated now, the journey of a little chimney-sweep water-baby through rivers and storms, under sea and over iceberg, is still a classic, wonderful children's adventure.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel. Music from Berlioz's <i>Roman Carnival Overture</i> at <a href="http://www.musopen.com/view.php?type=piece&id=195">musopen.org</a></p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-water-babies-by-charles-kingsley/ |
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| 983 |
965 |
1189 |
History of the United States, Vol. II: Conflict & Independence |
Charles Austin Beard |
History |
<p>Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.</p><p>In 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well..The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best.</p><p>The book is divided into 7 parts: THE COLONIAL PERIOD, CONFLICT AND INDEPENDENCE, FOUNDATIONS OF THE UNION AND NATIONAL POLITICS, THE WEST AND JACKSONIAN DEMOCRACY, SECTIONAL CONFLICT AND RECONSTRUCTION, NATIONAL GROWTH AND WORLD POLITICS, AND PROGRESSIVE DEMOCRACY AND THE WORLD WAR. (Summary from Wikipedia, Journal of History, and M.L. Cohen)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-vol-2-by-charles-and-mary-beard/ |
p charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement p p in 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best p p the book divided 7 parts colonial period conflict independence foundations union national politics west jacksonian democracy sectional conflict reconstruction national growth world politics progressive democracy world war summary wikipedia journal history m l cohen p |
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966 |
1190 |
Nippon |
Alfred Noyes |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you eleven recordings of Nippon by Alfred Noyes. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 9th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/nippon-by-alfred-noyes/ |
librivox volunteers bring eleven recordings nippon alfred noyes weekly poetry project week june 9th 2007 p |
| 985 |
967 |
1191 |
Bed Time Stories for Aidan Christopher |
Various |
Short works |
Bed time Stories for Aidan Christopher is a collection of: Favorite stories submitted and read by the Volunteers at Librivox.org. This project has been undertaken to celebrate the October 2007 arrival into the world of: Aidan Christopher ! (Description written by: Robert Scott (his uncle))<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bed-time-stories-for-aidan-christopher-001/ |
bed time stories aidan christopher collection of favorite stories submitted read volunteers librivox org project undertaken celebrate october 2007 arrival world of aidan christopher description written by robert scott his uncle p |
| 986 |
968 |
1192 |
Specimen Days |
Walt Whitman |
Travel & Geography |
Specimen Days is essentially the great American poet Walt Whitman's scrap book. It documents most of his life's adventures, espeically his experience serving as a nurse during the Civil War and travelling around America.</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/specimen-days-by-walt-whitman/ |
specimen days essentially great american poet walt whitman s scrap book documents life s adventures espeically experience serving nurse civil war travelling around america p |
| 987 |
969 |
1193 |
Dhammapada |
Unknown |
Other religions |
<p>The Dhammapada is is a Buddhist scripture, containing 423 verses in 26 categories. According to tradition, these are verses spoken by the Buddha on various occasions, most of which deal with ethics. It is is considered one of the most important pieces of Theravada literature. Despite this, the Dhammapada is read by many Mahayana Buddhists and remains a very popular text across all schools of Buddhism. - Excerpted from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-dhammapada-translated-by-f-max-mueller/ |
p the dhammapada buddhist scripture containing 423 verses 26 categories according tradition verses spoken buddha various occasions deal ethics considered one important pieces theravada literature despite this dhammapada read many mahayana buddhists remains popular text across schools buddhism excerpted wikipedia p |
| 988 |
971 |
1195 |
Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
"Now first published in order to cultivate the Principles of Virtue and Religion in the Minds of the Youth of Both Sexes.<br>A Narrative which has its Foundation in Truth and Nature; and at the same time that it agreeably entertains, by a Variety of curious and affecting Incidents, is intirely divested of all those Images, which, in too many Pieces calculated for Amusement only, tend to inflame the Minds they should instruct."(From the frontspiece of the first edition)<br>Pamela tells the story of a 14 year old lady's maid named Pamela whose master, Mr. B., makes unwanted advances towards her. She rejects him continually. In Pamela's letters to her "poor but exemplary parents" the story unfolds and we learn her fate. (summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1740 |
https://librivox.org/pamela-by-samuel-richardson/ |
now first published order cultivate principles virtue religion minds youth sexes br a narrative foundation truth nature time agreeably entertains variety curious affecting incidents intirely divested images which many pieces calculated amusement only tend inflame minds instruct from frontspiece first edition br pamela tells story 14 year old lady s maid named pamela whose master mr b makes unwanted advances towards her rejects continually pamela s letters poor exemplary parents story unfolds learn fate summary annise p |
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972 |
1196 |
Old Man in the Corner |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Created by Baroness Orczy, author of the famous <i>Scarlet Pimpernel</i> series, <i>The Old Man in the Corner</i> was one of the earliest armchair detectives, popping up with so many others in the wake of the huge popularity of the Sherlock Holmes stories. The Old Man relies mostly upon sensationalistic "penny dreadful" newspaper accounts, with the occasional courtroom visit for extra laughs. He narrates all this information (while tying complicated knots in a piece of string) to a Lady Journalist who frequents the same tea-shop. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-man-in-the-corner-by-baroness-orczy/ |
p created baroness orczy author famous i scarlet pimpernel i series i the old man corner i one earliest armchair detectives popping many others wake huge popularity sherlock holmes stories old man relies mostly upon sensationalistic penny dreadful newspaper accounts occasional courtroom visit extra laughs narrates information while tying complicated knots piece string lady journalist frequents tea shop summary wikipedia p |
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973 |
1197 |
Love-Songs of Childhood |
Eugene Field |
Poetry |
<p>This book contains verse for young and old. It is full of fantastic stories, breathtaking images, and brilliant rhymes. Including classics from "The Duel" to "The Delectable Ballad of Walter Lot," the author, a devout Christian, keeps his religious overtones to a minimum. When listening, please keep in mind that the text was originally written in the 1800s. -- Summary by Squid Varilekova</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/love-songs-of-childhood-by-eugene-field/ |
p this book contains verse young old full fantastic stories breathtaking images brilliant rhymes including classics the duel the delectable ballad walter lot author devout christian keeps religious overtones minimum listening please keep mind text originally written 1800s summary squid varilekova p |
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974 |
1198 |
Rinkitink in Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
Rinkitink in Oz is the tenth book in the Oz series written by L. Frank Baum, first published in 1916. It was originally written in 1905 as a stand alone fantasy work and subequently rewritten as an Oz book. Therefore, most of the action takes place outside of Oz in neighboring fairy countries. It tells the story of Prince Inga's quest to rescue his parents from captivity after his island home is ravaged by enemies. With the help of three magical pearls and the more dubious assistance of the excessively jolly King Rinkitink and his surly goat, Bilbil, his travels lead him to the underground caverns of the Nome King where he is united with some people from Oz who help him to free his parents and restore his island kingdom. (description written by Judy Bieber) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/rinkitink-in-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
rinkitink oz tenth book oz series written l frank baum first published 1916 originally written 1905 stand alone fantasy work subequently rewritten oz book therefore action takes place outside oz neighboring fairy countries tells story prince inga s quest rescue parents captivity island home ravaged enemies help three magical pearls dubious assistance excessively jolly king rinkitink surly goat bilbil travels lead underground caverns nome king united people oz help free parents restore island kingdom description written judy bieber p |
| 992 |
975 |
1199 |
Return of Tarzan |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The novel picks up where Tarzan of the Apes left off. The ape man, feeling rootless in the wake of his noble sacrifice of his prospects of wedding Jane Porter, leaves America for Europe to visit his friend Paul d'Arnot. On the ship he becomes embroiled in the affairs of Countess Olga de Coude, her husband, Count Raoul de Coude, and two shady characters attempting to prey on them, Nikolas Rokoff and his henchman Alexis Paulvitch. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-tarzan-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p the novel picks tarzan apes left off ape man feeling rootless wake noble sacrifice prospects wedding jane porter leaves america europe visit friend paul d arnot ship becomes embroiled affairs countess olga de coude husband count raoul de coude two shady characters attempting prey them nikolas rokoff henchman alexis paulvitch summary wikipedia p |
| 993 |
976 |
1200 |
Moon Metal |
Garrett P. Serviss |
Science Fiction |
<p>Garrett Putnam Serviss (1851-1929) was an astronomer, popularizer of astronomy, and early science fiction writer. Serviss showed a talent for explaining scientific details in a way that made them clear to the ordinary reader. Serviss's favorite topic was astronomy, as shown by the fact that of the fifteen books he wrote, eight are devoted to that science. He unquestionably was more widely read by the public on that topic than anyone prior to his time. In his private life Serviss was an enthusiastic mountain climber, describing his reaching the summit of the Matterhorn at the age of 43 as part of an effort "to get as far away from terrestrial gravity as possible." Five of Serviss's books are science fiction (a term not invented when he wrote). (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/moon-metal-by-garrett-p-serviss/ |
p garrett putnam serviss 1851 1929 astronomer popularizer astronomy early science fiction writer serviss showed talent explaining scientific details way made clear ordinary reader serviss s favorite topic astronomy shown fact fifteen books wrote eight devoted science unquestionably widely read public topic anyone prior time private life serviss enthusiastic mountain climber describing reaching summit matterhorn age 43 part effort to get far away terrestrial gravity possible five serviss s books science fiction a term invented wrote summary wikipedia p |
| 994 |
1388 |
1651 |
One day is there of the series |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of <em>One day is there of the series</em> by Emily Dickinson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 25th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/one-day-is-there-of-the-series-by-emily-dickinson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 different recordings em one day series em emily dickinson weekly poetry project week november 25th 2007 br br |
| 995 |
977 |
1201 |
Untrodden Peaks and Unfrequented Valleys |
Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards |
Travel & Geography |
Amelia B. Edwards wrote this historical travelogue in in 1873. The book describes her travels through a relatively un-visited area in the South Tyrol district of Italy. The Dolomites are a part of that most famous of mountain chains, the Alps. \nIn this book, the Writer and her friend and companion, L., travel from Southern Italy, having over-wintered there, to visit the Dolomite district. Her chatty style, dry sense of humor, accuracy of facts, and sympathy for humanity set her works apart. The slice of Victorian British life presented is quite captivating. <p>\n\nShe would later travel throughout Europe and Egypt at a time when most women didn't leave home. Later she was to become one of the pioneering Egyptologists of the age. This is her first travelogue. \n |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/untrodden-peaks-and-unfrequented-valleys-by-amelia-b-edwards/ |
amelia b edwards wrote historical travelogue 1873 book describes travels relatively un visited area south tyrol district italy dolomites part famous mountain chains alps book writer friend companion l travel southern italy over wintered there visit dolomite district chatty style dry sense humor accuracy facts sympathy humanity set works apart slice victorian british life presented quite captivating p would later travel throughout europe egypt time women leave home later become one pioneering egyptologists age first travelogue |
| 996 |
978 |
1202 |
Madman and The Pirate |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
R. M. Ballantyne (April 24, 1825 – February 8, 1894) was a Scottish juvenile fiction writer.\n\nBorn Robert Michael Ballantyne in Edinburgh, he was part of a famous family of printers and publishers. At the age of 16 he went to Canada and was six years in the service of the Hudson's Bay Company. He returned to Scotland in 1847, and published his first book the following year, Hudson's Bay: or, Life in the Wilds of North America. For some time he was employed by Messrs Constable, the publishers, but in 1856 he gave up business for the profession of literature, and began the series of adventure stories for the young with which his name is popularly associated.</p>\n |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-madman-and-the-pirate-by-rm-ballantyne/ |
r m ballantyne april 24 1825 february 8 1894 scottish juvenile fiction writer born robert michael ballantyne edinburgh part famous family printers publishers age 16 went canada six years service hudson s bay company returned scotland 1847 published first book following year hudson s bay or life wilds north america time employed messrs constable publishers 1856 gave business profession literature began series adventure stories young name popularly associated p |
| 997 |
979 |
1203 |
Short Poetry Collection 032 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 032: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-032/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 032 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 998 |
980 |
1204 |
Angel of Terror |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
<p>When this was written, literary traditions still decreed beauty to be the outward sign of inner saintliness, whereas evil characters tended to be “ugly as sin.” Jean Briggerland defies these expectations by being every bit as angelically beautiful as she is sociopathic. So lovely that all around her are blinded to her guilt no matter how blatant her crimes, only Jack Glover, best friend and lawyer of her most recent victim, is aware of her true nature. Can he stop her crime spree and bring her to justice before she murders her way to wealth and happiness? He really, really shouldn’t count on it. Despite the book’s outrageously implausible plot, it nevertheless manages to keep one in suspense from first page to last. Advisory: Antiquated attitudes and occasional profanity will add unintentional humor to the charms of the story for some listeners but might offend others. (Summary by Lee Elliot)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-angel-of-terror-by-edgar-wallace/ |
p when written literary traditions still decreed beauty outward sign inner saintliness whereas evil characters tended ugly sin jean briggerland defies expectations every bit angelically beautiful sociopathic lovely around blinded guilt matter blatant crimes jack glover best friend lawyer recent victim aware true nature stop crime spree bring justice murders way wealth happiness really really shouldn t count it despite book s outrageously implausible plot nevertheless manages keep one suspense first page last advisory antiquated attitudes occasional profanity add unintentional humor charms story listeners might offend others summary lee elliot p |
| 999 |
981 |
1205 |
Udvalgte Danske Eventyr 001 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>"H. C. Andersen opfattes af de fleste mennesker først og fremmest som en børnebogsforfatter. Det er samtidig meget typisk for hans eventyr, at fortællingerne også rummer passager, der taler til den voksne læsers forståelse. Derfor kan såvel børn som voksne have glæde af at opleve - eller genopleve - historierne.\n\nSamlingen her indeholder både kendte og mindre kendte eventyr og rummer et lille udsnit af H. C. Andersens mangfoldige forfatterskab." \n\nSummary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl </p> |
Danish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/udvalgte-danske-eventyr-001/ |
p h c andersen opfattes af de fleste mennesker først og fremmest som en børnebogsforfatter det er samtidig meget typisk hans eventyr fortællingerne også rummer passager der taler til den voksne læsers forståelse derfor kan såvel børn som voksne glæde af opleve eller genopleve historierne samlingen indeholder både kendte og mindre kendte eventyr og rummer et lille udsnit af h c andersens mangfoldige forfatterskab summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 1000 |
982 |
1206 |
Favourite Chapters Collection 002 |
Various |
General Fiction |
<p>A collection of LibriVox volunteers’ favourite chapters. Some were chosen for being the key chapter in a great novel, others for the wonderful clarity with which great ideas are expressed, and still others because the reader did a wonderful job. Whatever the reason they were chosen, we hope they will give you as much pleasure as they did us. (Summary by David Barnes).</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favourite-chapters-collection-002/ |
p a collection librivox volunteers favourite chapters chosen key chapter great novel others wonderful clarity great ideas expressed still others reader wonderful job whatever reason chosen hope give much pleasure us summary david barnes p |
| 1001 |
983 |
1207 |
Selected Letters of Ludwig van Beethoven |
Ludwig van Beethoven |
Letters |
<p>A selection of Beethoven's letters from the compilation by Ludwig Ritter von Köchel (1800-1877) and Ludwig Nohl (1831-1885), and translated by Lady Grace Wallace. (Summary by Scott D. Farquhar)</p>\n09 - <i>To Herr Kauka</i> is read by: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1632">Victor Guerreiro</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1311">Scott D. Farquhar</a>, and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1650">WangHaojie</a></p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/selected-letters-of-beethoven-by-ludwig-van-beethoven/ |
p a selection beethoven s letters compilation ludwig ritter von köchel 1800 1877 ludwig nohl 1831 1885 translated lady grace wallace summary scott d farquhar p 09 i to herr kauka i read by a href http librivox org reader 1632 victor guerreiro a a href http librivox org reader 1311 scott d farquhar a a href http librivox org reader 1650 wanghaojie a p |
| 1002 |
985 |
1209 |
Return of Sherlock Holmes |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Having left Sherlock Holmes apparently deceased at the conclusion of The Final Problem (in The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes), we now find that he is alive after all! In this collection, first published in 1905, the great detective causes Watson to faint (The Empty House), demonstrates that cryptography is elementary (The Dancing Men), and gets engaged (Charles Augustus Milverton). Join in the fun as Holmes deduces his way through these thirteen adventures. (summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p having left sherlock holmes apparently deceased conclusion final problem in memoirs sherlock holmes find alive all collection first published 1905 great detective causes watson faint the empty house demonstrates cryptography elementary the dancing men gets engaged charles augustus milverton join fun holmes deduces way thirteen adventures summary laurie anne walden p |
| 1003 |
986 |
1210 |
Effi Briest |
Theodor Fontane |
General Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p>Effi Briest ist die Titelfigur des gleichnamigen Romans von Theodor Fontane, der in Buchform erstmals 1895 erschienen ist. Als Erscheinungsjahr wurde auf dem Titelblatt 1896 angegeben. Der Gesellschaftsroman wird dem bürgerlichen Realismus zugeordnet und spielt vor dem Hintergrund des durch strenge Normen festgelegten Lebens im Kaiserreich unter Reichskanzler Otto von Bismarck. Der Roman beruht auf einer wahren Begebenheit, der Ehebruchgeschichte der Freifrau Elisabeth von Ardenne, geboren 1853. (Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/effi-briest-by-theodor-fontane/ |
p effi briest ist die titelfigur des gleichnamigen romans von theodor fontane der buchform erstmals 1895 erschienen ist als erscheinungsjahr wurde auf dem titelblatt 1896 angegeben der gesellschaftsroman wird dem bürgerlichen realismus zugeordnet und spielt vor dem hintergrund des durch strenge normen festgelegten lebens im kaiserreich unter reichskanzler otto von bismarck der roman beruht auf einer wahren begebenheit der ehebruchgeschichte der freifrau elisabeth von ardenne geboren 1853 zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
| 1004 |
987 |
1211 |
Voyage of the Beagle |
Charles Darwin |
*Non-fiction, Science, Travel & Geography |
The book, also known as Darwin's Journal of Researches, is a vivid and exciting travel memoir as well as a detailed scientific field journal covering biology, geology, and anthropology that demonstrates Darwin's keen powers of observation, written at a time when Western Europeans were still discovering and exploring much of the rest of the world. Although Darwin revisited some areas during the expedition, for clarity the chapters of the book are ordered by reference to places and locations rather than chronologically. With hindsight, ideas which Darwin would later develop into his theory of evolution by natural selection are hinted at in his notes and in the book (Summary from Wikipedia)<p>. |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyage-of-the-beagle-by-charles-darwin/ |
book also known darwin s journal researches vivid exciting travel memoir well detailed scientific field journal covering biology geology anthropology demonstrates darwin s keen powers observation written time western europeans still discovering exploring much rest world although darwin revisited areas expedition clarity chapters book ordered reference places locations rather chronologically hindsight ideas darwin would later develop theory evolution natural selection hinted notes book summary wikipedia p |
| 1005 |
988 |
1212 |
How I Found Livingstone |
Henry Morton Stanley |
Exploration |
<p>Sir Henry Morton Stanley is famously quoted for saying "Dr Livingstone, i Presume?". Born in Wales, he migrated over to the United States at the age of 18, he eventually became an overseas correspondent for the New York Herald. In 1869 Stanley was told by James Gordon Bennett Jr to find Livingstone, a scottish missionary and explorer. When Stanley commented on the cost Bennett's reply was:\n<em>"Well, I will tell you what you will do. Draw a thousand pounds now; and when you have gone through that, draw another thousand, and when that is spent, draw another thousand, and when you have finished that, draw another thousand, and so on; but, FIND LIVINGSTONE."</em>\nHow I Found Livingstone is Stanley's personnel account of his trip from Zanzibar to Lake Tanganyika on this quest, including time spent exploring the area with Livingstone.</p>\n\n<p>- Written by Lizzie Driver (Modified from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/how-i-found-livingstone-by-sir-henry-m-stanley/ |
p sir henry morton stanley famously quoted saying dr livingstone presume born wales migrated united states age 18 eventually became overseas correspondent new york herald 1869 stanley told james gordon bennett jr find livingstone scottish missionary explorer stanley commented cost bennett s reply was em well tell do draw thousand pounds now gone that draw another thousand spent draw another thousand finished that draw another thousand on but find livingstone em found livingstone stanley s personnel account trip zanzibar lake tanganyika quest including time spent exploring area livingstone p p written lizzie driver modified wikipedia p |
| 1006 |
989 |
1213 |
מעמק עכור Out of a Gloomy Valley |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
Single Author Collections |
<p>Yosef Haim Brenner (1881-1921) was a Ukrainian-born Hebrew-language author, one of the pioneers of modern Hebrew literature. Born to a poor family, Brenner grew up in grinding poverty. Brenner immigrated to Palestine (then part of the Ottoman Empire) in 1909. He worked as a farmer, eager to put his Zionist ideology into practice. Later he devoted himself to literature and teaching at the Gymnasia Herzliya in Tel Aviv. He was murdered in southern Tel Aviv in May 1921 in the course of the anti-Jewish Arab riots known as the "massacres of 1921". Brenner was very much an "experimental" writer, both in his use of language and in literary form. With Modern Hebrew still in its infancy, Brenner improvised with an intriguing mixture of Hebrew, Aramaic, Yiddish, English and Arabic. In his attempt to portray life realistically, his work is full of emotive punctuation and ellipses. Out Of A Gloomy Valley was his first book published in Warsaw 1900. It is a collection of 6 short stories about Jewish life in the diaspora. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-a-gloomy-valley-by-yosef-haim-brenner/ |
p yosef haim brenner 1881 1921 ukrainian born hebrew language author one pioneers modern hebrew literature born poor family brenner grew grinding poverty brenner immigrated palestine then part ottoman empire 1909 worked farmer eager put zionist ideology practice later devoted literature teaching gymnasia herzliya tel aviv murdered southern tel aviv may 1921 course anti jewish arab riots known massacres 1921 brenner much experimental writer use language literary form modern hebrew still infancy brenner improvised intriguing mixture hebrew aramaic yiddish english arabic attempt portray life realistically work full emotive punctuation ellipses gloomy valley first book published warsaw 1900 collection 6 short stories jewish life diaspora summary wikipedia omri lernau p |
| 1007 |
990 |
1214 |
Chocolate: or, An Indian Drinke |
Antonio Colmenero de Ledesma |
Cooking |
<p> The Author sings the praises of Chocolate. "By the wise and Moderate use whereof, Health is preserved, Sicknesse Diverted, and Cured, especially the Plague of the Guts; vulgarly called _The New Disease_; Fluxes, Consumptions, & Coughs of the Lungs, with sundry other desperate Diseases. By it also, Conception is Caused, the Birth Hastened and facilitated, Beauty Gain'd and continued."</p>\nThe second section was recorded by Esther and Hefyd.</p>\n |
English |
1651 |
https://librivox.org/chocolate-or-an-indian-drinke/ |
p author sings praises chocolate by wise moderate use whereof health preserved sicknesse diverted cured especially plague guts vulgarly called _the new disease_ fluxes consumptions coughs lungs sundry desperate diseases also conception caused birth hastened facilitated beauty gain d continued p second section recorded esther hefyd p |
| 1008 |
1389 |
1652 |
Short Poetry Collection 055 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 055: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-055/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 055 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1009 |
991 |
1215 |
Planet of the Damned |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
<p>Once in a generation, a man is born with a heightened sense of empathy. Brion Brandd used this gift to win the Twenties, an annual physical and mental competition among the best and smartest people on Anvhar. But scarcely able to enjoy his victory, Brandd is swept off to the hellish planet Dis where he must use his heightened sense of empathy to help avert a global nuclear holocaust by negotiating with the blockading fleet, traversing the Disan underworld, and cracking the mystery of the savagely ruthless magter.\n\nSummary by Great Plains.</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/planet-of-the-damned-by-harry-harrison/ |
p once generation man born heightened sense empathy brion brandd used gift win twenties annual physical mental competition among best smartest people anvhar scarcely able enjoy victory brandd swept hellish planet dis must use heightened sense empathy help avert global nuclear holocaust negotiating blockading fleet traversing disan underworld cracking mystery savagely ruthless magter summary great plains p |
| 1010 |
992 |
1216 |
Spanish Poetry Collection 002 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Spanish Poetry Collection 002: a collection of 10 Spanish language public-domain poems.</p> |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/spanish-poetry-collection-002/ |
librivox s spanish poetry collection 002 collection 10 spanish language public domain poems p |
| 1011 |
993 |
1217 |
Peter the Great |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are very few persons who have not heard of the fame of Peter the Great, the founder, as he is generally regarded by mankind, of Russian civilization. The celebrity, however, of the great Muscovite sovereign among young persons is due in a great measure to the circumstance of his having repaired personally to Holland, in the course of his efforts to introduce the industrial arts among his people, in order to study himself the art and mystery of shipbuilding, and of his having worked with his own hands in a ship-yard there. The little shop where Peter pursued these practical studies still stands in Saardam, a ship-building town not far from Amsterdam. The building is of wood, and is now much decayed; but, to preserve it from farther injury, it has been incased in a somewhat larger building of brick, and it is visited annually by great numbers of curious travelers.<br></br>The whole history of Peter, as might be expected from the indications of character developed by this incident, forms a narrative that is full of interest and instruction for all.\n(from the Preface of <i>Peter the Great</i>)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/peter-the-great-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there persons heard fame peter great founder generally regarded mankind russian civilization celebrity however great muscovite sovereign among young persons due great measure circumstance repaired personally holland course efforts introduce industrial arts among people order study art mystery shipbuilding worked hands ship yard there little shop peter pursued practical studies still stands saardam ship building town far amsterdam building wood much decayed but preserve farther injury incased somewhat larger building brick visited annually great numbers curious travelers br br the whole history peter might expected indications character developed incident forms narrative full interest instruction all from preface i peter great i p |
| 1012 |
994 |
1218 |
Short Poetry Collection 033 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 033: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-033/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 033 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1013 |
995 |
1220 |
Kubla Khan |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 different recordings of Kubla Khan by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 24th, 2007.<p> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/kubla-khan-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 different recordings kubla khan samuel taylor coleridge weekly poetry project week june 24th 2007 p |
| 1014 |
996 |
1222 |
Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street. |
Herman Melville |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"Bartleby the Scrivener: A Story of Wall Street" is a short story by Herman Melville. The story first appeared, anonymously, in Putnam's Magazine in two parts. The first part appeared in November 1853, with the conclusion published in December 1853. It was reprinted in Melville's The Piazza Tales in 1856 with minor textual alterations. The work is said to have been inspired, in part, by Melville's reading of Emerson, and some have pointed to specific parallels to Emerson's essay, "The Transcendentalist." The story has been adapted twice: once in 1970, starring Paul Scofield, and again in 2001, starring Crispin Glover. <p>\n |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/bartleby-the-scrivener-by-herman-melville/ |
bartleby scrivener story wall street short story herman melville story first appeared anonymously putnam s magazine two parts first part appeared november 1853 conclusion published december 1853 reprinted melville s piazza tales 1856 minor textual alterations work said inspired part melville s reading emerson pointed specific parallels emerson s essay the transcendentalist story adapted twice 1970 starring paul scofield 2001 starring crispin glover p |
| 1015 |
997 |
1223 |
Birthday Party, A Story for Little Folks |
Oliver Optic |
Family |
Flora Lee's birthday came in July. Her mother wished very much to celebrate the occasion in a proper manner. Flora was a good girl, and her parents were always glad to do any thing they could to please her, and to increase her happiness.<br /><br />This story was written by Adams under the pseudonym of Oliver Optic.</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-birthday-party-a-story-for-little-folks-by-oliver-optic/ |
flora lee s birthday came july mother wished much celebrate occasion proper manner flora good girl parents always glad thing could please her increase happiness br br this story written adams pseudonym oliver optic p |
| 1016 |
998 |
1225 |
Faith of Men |
Jack London |
Single Author Collections |
A collection of short stories by author Jack London.<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-faith-of-men-by-jack-london/ |
collection short stories author jack london p |
| 1017 |
999 |
1226 |
Dictionary of English Synonymes, Vol. 01 |
Richard Soule |
*Non-fiction, Education, Self-Help |
<i>A Dictionary of English Synonymes and Synonymous or Parallel Expressions, Designed as a Practical Guide to Aptness and Variety of Phraseology</i> is a project for new LibriVox members to practice recording and using their recording setup.</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/a-dictionary-of-english-synonymes-vol-01-by-richard-soule/ |
i a dictionary english synonymes synonymous parallel expressions designed practical guide aptness variety phraseology i project new librivox members practice recording using recording setup p |
| 1018 |
1000 |
1227 |
Short Poetry Collection 034 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 034: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-034/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 034 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1019 |
3145 |
3539 |
In the Morning of Life |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you eight recordings of In the Morning of Life by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 13th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-morning-of-life-by-thomas-moore/ |
br librivox volunteers bring eight recordings morning life thomas moore weekly poetry project september 13th 2009 br br |
| 1020 |
1001 |
1228 |
History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great, Vol I |
John Bagnell Bury |
Antiquity |
<p>J.B. Bury wrote his “History of Greece” before World War I, but it was such a good overview of classical Greek history that the third edition was still being used as a college textbook in the late 1960′s. In the newer editions, a co-author rewrote the material dealing with the early centuries where there have been new archeological developments, but the later chapters and Bury’s framework were retained essentially unchanged. Bury writes in a lucid, easily understood style that entertains as it educates. The book covers artistic and literary development, as well as politics and war, and its field of view includes western Asia Minor, the Agean archipelago, and “Greater Greece” (Sicily and Southern Italy). (Summary by Karen Merline) </p>\n<p><a href="http://librivox.org/hist-of-greece-to-death-of-alexander-vol2-by-j-b-bury/">LibriVox Recording of A History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great Vol II</a></p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-greece-to-the-death-of-alexander-the-great-vol-1-by-j-b-bury/ |
p j b bury wrote history greece world war i good overview classical greek history third edition still used college textbook late 1960 s newer editions co author rewrote material dealing early centuries new archeological developments later chapters bury s framework retained essentially unchanged bury writes lucid easily understood style entertains educates book covers artistic literary development well politics war field view includes western asia minor agean archipelago greater greece sicily southern italy summary karen merline p p a href http librivox org hist of greece to death of alexander vol2 by j b bury librivox recording history greece death alexander great vol ii a p |
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1002 |
1229 |
House-Boat on the Styx |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p> The premise of the book is that everyone who has ever died (up until the time in which the book is set, which seems to be about the time of its publication) has gone to Styx. This does not appear to be the conventional Hell described by Dante in The Inferno, but rather the Hades described in Greek myth (both of which had Styxes): a universal collecting pot for dead souls, regardless of their deeds in life.<br><br>The book begins with Charon, ferryman of the Styx (in The Inferno, he was the ferryman of the river Acheron) being startled—and annoyed—by the arrival of a house boat on the Styx. At first afraid that the boat will put him out of business, he later finds out that he is actually to be appointed the boat's janitor.<br><br>What follows are eleven more stories (for a total of twelve) which are set on the house boat. There is no central theme, and the purpose of the book appears to be as a literary thought experiment to see what would happen if various famous dead people were put in the same room with each other. Each chapter is a short story featuring various souls from history and mythology. (Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-house-boat-on-the-styx-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
p premise book everyone ever died up time book set seems time publication gone styx appear conventional hell described dante inferno rather hades described greek myth both styxes universal collecting pot dead souls regardless deeds life br br the book begins charon ferryman styx in inferno ferryman river acheron startled and annoyed by arrival house boat styx first afraid boat put business later finds actually appointed boat s janitor br br what follows eleven stories for total twelve set house boat central theme purpose book appears literary thought experiment see would happen various famous dead people put room other chapter short story featuring various souls history mythology wikipedia p |
| 1022 |
1003 |
1230 |
Bible (ASV) NT 09: Galatians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to the Galatians is a book of the New Testament. It is a letter from Paul of Tarsus to a number of early Christian communities in the Roman province of Galatia in central Anatolia. It is principally concerned with the controversy surrounding Gentile Christians and the Mosaic Law within Early Christianity. Along with the Epistle to the Romans, it is the most theologically significant of the Pauline epistles, and has been particularly influential in Protestant thought.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/galatians-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle galatians book new testament letter paul tarsus number early christian communities roman province galatia central anatolia principally concerned controversy surrounding gentile christians mosaic law within early christianity along epistle romans theologically significant pauline epistles particularly influential protestant thought summary wikipedia p |
| 1023 |
1004 |
1231 |
History of the United States, Vol. III |
Charles Austin Beard |
*Non-fiction, History |
Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.\n\nIn 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well..The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best. <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-volume-3-by-charles-a-beard-and-mary-ritter-beard/ |
charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best p |
| 1024 |
1005 |
1232 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 04 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le quatrième livre des Fables de La Fontaine. Bien qu'écrites au XIIème siècle, l'Homme étant toujours l'Homme, elles restent d'actualité et nous enseignent bien des vérités sur la vie en société. <br>(Résumé par Ezwa)</br></p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-livre-04-1/ |
p voici le quatrième livre des fables de la fontaine bien qu écrites au xiième siècle l homme étant toujours l homme elles restent d actualité et nous enseignent bien des vérités sur la vie en société br résumé par ezwa br p |
| 1025 |
1006 |
1233 |
To the United States of America |
Robert Bridges |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />In celebration of Independence Day in the United States, 2007, LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>To the United States of America</em> by Robert Bridges. This was the Weekly Poetry project for the week of July 1st, 2007. (Summary by Sean McKinley)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-united-states-of-america-by-robert-bridges/ |
br in celebration independence day united states 2007 librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em to united states america em robert bridges weekly poetry project week july 1st 2007 summary sean mckinley br br |
| 1026 |
1007 |
1234 |
Death of Lord Nelson |
William Beatty |
*Non-fiction, History |
"The Surgeon of the late illustrious Lord NELSON feels himself called \nupon, from the responsible situation which he held on the eventful day \nof the 21st of October 1805, to lay before the British Nation the \nfollowing Narrative. It contains an account of the most interesting \nincidents which occurred on board the Victory. (Lord NELSON's flag-ship) \nfrom the time of her sailing from England, in the month of September, \ntill the day of battle inclusively." -William Beatty, M.D.<p>\n |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-of-lord-nelson-by-william-beatty-md/ |
the surgeon late illustrious lord nelson feels called upon responsible situation held eventful day 21st october 1805 lay british nation following narrative contains account interesting incidents occurred board victory lord nelson s flag ship time sailing england month september till day battle inclusively william beatty m d p |
| 1027 |
1390 |
1654 |
David Elginbrod |
George MacDonald |
Historical Fiction |
<p>David Elginbrod was George Macdonald's first real success, a novel of Scottish country life. Published in 1862, it was dedicated to the memory of Lady Noel Byron.(Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/david-elginbrod-by-george-macdonald/ |
p david elginbrod george macdonald s first real success novel scottish country life published 1862 dedicated memory lady noel byron summary wikipedia p |
| 1028 |
1008 |
1235 |
Legends of the Jews, Volume 1 |
Louis Ginzberg |
Religion, Antiquity |
Rabbi Louis Ginzberg was one of the outstanding Talmudists of the twentieth century. He was born on November 28, 1873, in Kovno, Lithuania; he died on November 11, 1953, in New York City. Ginzberg taught at the Jewish Theological seminary from 1903 to 1953. For 50 years, he trained two generations of Conservative Rabbis.<BR><BR>\nThe Legends of the Jews is an epic 7-volume compilation of traditional Jewish stories loosely related to the Bible. Over the millenia, these stories, which expand on the Bible, flesh out the lives of biblical figures. In the process, they help bring to life the Bible's valuable lessons.\n<BR><BR>\nThe Legends of the Jews has been called a monumental work of scholarship. It is studied by serious students of both Judaism and Christianity. And yet the stories continue to be accessible and understood by all. They were designed to impart lessons of the Torah, and any child or adult will find much to enjoy about this work. (Summary by Scott Sherris and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/legends-of-the-jews-volume-1-by-louis-ginzberg/ |
rabbi louis ginzberg one outstanding talmudists twentieth century born november 28 1873 kovno lithuania died november 11 1953 new york city ginzberg taught jewish theological seminary 1903 1953 50 years trained two generations conservative rabbis br br legends jews epic 7 volume compilation traditional jewish stories loosely related bible millenia stories expand bible flesh lives biblical figures process help bring life bible s valuable lessons br br legends jews called monumental work scholarship studied serious students judaism christianity yet stories continue accessible understood all designed impart lessons torah child adult find much enjoy work summary scott sherris wikipedia p |
| 1029 |
1009 |
1236 |
Short Poetry Collection 035 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 035: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-035/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 035 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1030 |
1010 |
1237 |
Dawn and the Day |
Henry Thayer Niles |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>The Dawn and the Day, or, The Buddha and the Christ, Part 1 is a text similar to the epic poetry of Homer or, more accurately, classic Hindu texts, such as the Baghavad-Gita. - Summary written by not.a.moose </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-and-the-day-by-henry-thayer-niles/ |
p the dawn day or buddha christ part 1 text similar epic poetry homer or accurately classic hindu texts baghavad gita summary written not a moose p |
| 1031 |
1011 |
1238 |
Buddhism and Buddhists in China |
Lewis Hodous |
Religion |
<p>Buddhism and Buddhists in China is an anthropological text describing Buddhism as practiced in China at the beginning of the 20th Century. Interestingly, it also compares and contrasts Buddhism with Christianity with respect to or in response to missionary work. (Summary by Scott)</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/buddhism-and-buddhists-in-china-by-lewis-hodus/ |
p buddhism buddhists china anthropological text describing buddhism practiced china beginning 20th century interestingly also compares contrasts buddhism christianity respect response missionary work summary scott p |
| 1032 |
1012 |
1239 |
Raggedy Ann Stories (version 2) |
Johnny Gruelle |
General |
This is the book that started it all. Johnny Gruelle gave his daughter Marcella a rag doll, on which he had drawn an eternally smiling face. Marcella and Raggedy Ann became inseparable, and inspired Gruelle to write Raggedy Ann Stories, which was sold with its very own Raggedy Ann doll. Sadly, Marcella died at age 13 after complications from a smallpox vaccine, but Gruelle continued writing about Raggedy Ann. (description by Zachary Brewster-Geisz) <p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/raggedy-ann-stories-by-johnny-gruelle/ |
book started all johnny gruelle gave daughter marcella rag doll drawn eternally smiling face marcella raggedy ann became inseparable inspired gruelle write raggedy ann stories sold raggedy ann doll sadly marcella died age 13 complications smallpox vaccine gruelle continued writing raggedy ann description zachary brewster geisz p |
| 1033 |
1013 |
1241 |
Is Mars Habitable? |
Alfred Russel Wallace |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>In 1907 Wallace wrote the short book Is Mars Habitable? to criticize the claims made by Percival Lowell that there were Martian canals built by intelligent beings. Wallace did months of research, consulted various experts, and produced his own scientific analysis of the martian climate and atmospheric conditions. Among other things Wallace pointed out that spectroscopic analysis had shown no signs of water vapour in the Martian atmosphere, that Lowell's analysis of Mars's climate was seriously flawed and badly overestimated the surface temperature, and that low atmospheric pressure would make liquid water, let alone a planet girding irrigation system, impossible. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/is-mars-habitable-by-alfred-russel-wallace/ |
p in 1907 wallace wrote short book mars habitable criticize claims made percival lowell martian canals built intelligent beings wallace months research consulted various experts produced scientific analysis martian climate atmospheric conditions among things wallace pointed spectroscopic analysis shown signs water vapour martian atmosphere lowell s analysis mars s climate seriously flawed badly overestimated surface temperature low atmospheric pressure would make liquid water let alone planet girding irrigation system impossible from wikipedia p |
| 1034 |
1014 |
1243 |
Pollyanna Grows Up |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Children's Fiction |
Pollyanna, now cured of her crippling spinal injury, and able to walk again, goes to live in Boston with Mrs. Carew, a heart-broken woman searching for her lost nephew. Her Aunt Polly goes abroad with her new Uncle, Dr. Chilton. While in Boston, Pollyanna meets new friends and has several interesting adventures...<br /><br />A startling change in Aunt Polly's and Pollyanna's circumstances require Pollyanna to come up with a workable solution. Pollyanna's solution brings all her new friends from Boston and her old friends in Beldingsville together. Pollyanna also discovers she has to make a choice. Who will win her heart? (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-grows-up-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
pollyanna cured crippling spinal injury able walk again goes live boston mrs carew heart broken woman searching lost nephew aunt polly goes abroad new uncle dr chilton boston pollyanna meets new friends several interesting adventures br br a startling change aunt polly s pollyanna s circumstances require pollyanna come workable solution pollyanna s solution brings new friends boston old friends beldingsville together pollyanna also discovers make choice win heart summary mary anderson p |
| 1035 |
1015 |
1244 |
Old Indian Legends |
Zitkala-Sa |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Fourteen Old Indian Legends by Native American ( Dakota ) Author Zitkala-sa. These Legends feature the exploits of Iktomi the Native American Trickster god. <br />(summary by Robert Scott)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/old-indian-legends-by-zitkala-sa/ |
p fourteen old indian legends native american dakota author zitkala sa legends feature exploits iktomi native american trickster god br summary robert scott p |
| 1036 |
1016 |
1245 |
Contessa di Karolystria |
Antonio Ghislanzoni |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Antonio Ghislanzoni, nato a Barco di Maggianico (Lecco) il 25 novembre 1824, è meglio noto come autore di numerosissimi libretti per opere liriche tra cui "Aida" e "La forza del destino" di Giuseppe Verdi. Personalità eclettica: baritono egli stesso fino al 1856, nonché ex seminarista cacciato per cattiva condotta, stimolato dalle idee di Mazzini, nel 1848 dirige a Milano diversi giornali repubblicani; a causa delle sue idee fu anche arrestato dai francesi e brevemente detenuto in Corsica. Muore a Caprino Bergamasco il 16 luglio 1893.<br /><br />"La contessa di Karolystria" è definito dallo stesso autore "il più balzano, il più strampalato de' miei racconti", e in effetti altro non è che una storia divertente piena di colpi di scena senza pretesa di avere "messaggi" da trasmettere. La trama è presto detta: il visconte d'Aguilar -personaggio in cui potremmo scorgere lo stesso autore- si lascia coinvolgere nel turbine di avventure in cui viene trascinato per soccorrere la contessa di Karolystria e brillantemente, tra mille peripezie, riesce cavarla dai guai e ad aprirle un nuovo futuro. -- Riccardo.</p> |
Italian |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/la-contessa-di-karolystria-by-antonio-ghislanzoni/ |
p antonio ghislanzoni nato barco di maggianico lecco il 25 novembre 1824 è meglio noto come autore di numerosissimi libretti per opere liriche tra cui aida e la forza del destino di giuseppe verdi personalità eclettica baritono egli stesso fino al 1856 nonché ex seminarista cacciato per cattiva condotta stimolato dalle idee di mazzini nel 1848 dirige milano diversi giornali repubblicani causa delle sue idee fu anche arrestato dai francesi e brevemente detenuto corsica muore caprino bergamasco il 16 luglio 1893 br br la contessa di karolystria è definito dallo stesso autore il più balzano il più strampalato de miei racconti e effetti altro non è che una storia divertente piena di colpi di scena senza pretesa di avere messaggi da trasmettere la trama è presto detta il visconte d aguilar personaggio cui potremmo scorgere lo stesso autore si lascia coinvolgere nel turbine di avventure cui viene trascinato per soccorrere la contessa di karolystria e brillantemente tra mille peripezie riesce cavarla dai guai e ad aprirle un nuovo futuro riccardo p |
| 1037 |
1017 |
1246 |
Revelation of Baha-ullah in a Sequence of Four Lessons |
Isabella Matilda Davis Brittingham |
Other religions |
Isabella Matilda Davis Brittingham was a significant early American Bahá'í and was posthumously designated by Shoghi Effendi as one of the 19 Disciples of 'Abdu'l-Bahá and Heralds of the Covenant. She was born in 1852, the daughter of Benjamin Davis, who was a grandson of John Morton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Her sister-in-law heard about the Bahá'í Faith in 1897 and in 1898 Isabella herself became a part of the nascent American Bahá'í community. In September 1901, Isabella went on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, where she met 'Abdu'l-Bahá, the leader of the Bahá'í Faith and son of the Founder, Bahá'u'lláh. She used the knowledge she gained there to write "The Revelation of Baha-ullah in a Sequence of Four Lessons", which was published by the Bahai Publishing Society of Chicago in 1902. There were nine editions of this work, the last being in 1920. It was one of the earliest accurate accounts of the Bahá'í Faith published in the West. The main purpose of the book is to demonstrate the truth of Bahá'u'lláh's Revelation through Biblical prophecy.<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-revelation-of-baha-ullah-in-a-sequence-of-four-lessons-by-isabella-matilda-davis-brittingham/ |
isabella matilda davis brittingham significant early american bahá í posthumously designated shoghi effendi one 19 disciples abdu l bahá heralds covenant born 1852 daughter benjamin davis grandson john morton signer declaration independence sister in law heard bahá í faith 1897 1898 isabella became part nascent american bahá í community september 1901 isabella went pilgrimage holy land met abdu l bahá leader bahá í faith son founder bahá u lláh used knowledge gained write the revelation baha ullah sequence four lessons published bahai publishing society chicago 1902 nine editions work last 1920 one earliest accurate accounts bahá í faith published west main purpose book demonstrate truth bahá u lláh s revelation biblical prophecy p |
| 1038 |
1018 |
1247 |
Short Poetry Collection 036 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 036: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-036/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 036 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1039 |
1019 |
1248 |
Big Bow Mystery |
Israel Zangwill |
Detective Fiction, Satire |
<p>It's a cold and foggy night in London. A man is horribly murdered in his bedroom, the door locked and bolted on the inside. Scotland Yard is stumped. Yet the seemingly unsolvable case has, as Inspector Grodman says, "one sublimely simple solution" that is revealed in a final chapter full of revelations and a shocking denouement. Detective fiction afficionados will be happy to learn that all the evidence to solve the case is provided. One of the earliest “locked room” mystery stories, The Big Bow Mystery is also a satire of late Victorian society. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-big-bow-mystery-by-israel-zangwill/ |
p it s cold foggy night london man horribly murdered bedroom door locked bolted inside scotland yard stumped yet seemingly unsolvable case has inspector grodman says one sublimely simple solution revealed final chapter full revelations shocking denouement detective fiction afficionados happy learn evidence solve case provided one earliest locked room mystery stories big bow mystery also satire late victorian society summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1040 |
1020 |
1249 |
Name of France |
Henry van Dyke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />In celebration of Bastille Day, 2007, LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>The Name of France</em> by Henry van Dyke. This was the Weekly Poetry project for the week of July 8th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-name-of-france-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
br in celebration bastille day 2007 librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em the name france em henry van dyke weekly poetry project week july 8th 2007 br br |
| 1041 |
1021 |
1250 |
Zadig or the Book of Fate |
Voltaire |
General Fiction, Satire |
Zadig, ou La Destinée, ("Zadig, or The Book of Fate") (1747) is a famous novel written by the French Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire. It tells the story of Zadig, a philosopher in ancient Babylonia. The author does not attempt any historical accuracy, and some of the problems Zadig faces are thinly disguised references to social and political problems of Voltaire's own day.<br /><br />The book is philosophical in nature, and presents human life as in the hands of a destiny beyond human control. It is a story of religious and metaphysical orthodoxy, both of which Voltaire challenges with his presentation of the moral revolution taking place in Zadig himself. Voltaire's skillful use of the literary devices of contradiction and juxtaposition are shown in beautiful form in this prose. Behind Candide, it is considered one of his most celebrated works.</p> |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/zadig-or-the-book-of-fate-by-voltaire/ |
zadig ou la destinée zadig book fate 1747 famous novel written french enlightenment philosopher voltaire tells story zadig philosopher ancient babylonia author attempt historical accuracy problems zadig faces thinly disguised references social political problems voltaire s day br br the book philosophical nature presents human life hands destiny beyond human control story religious metaphysical orthodoxy voltaire challenges presentation moral revolution taking place zadig himself voltaire s skillful use literary devices contradiction juxtaposition shown beautiful form prose behind candide considered one celebrated works p |
| 1042 |
1022 |
1251 |
Short Poetry Collection 037 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 037: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-037/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 037 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1043 |
1029 |
1258 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Additions to Daniel |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Additions to Daniel comprise three chapters not found in the Hebrew/Aramaic text of Daniel. The text of these chapters is found in the Greek Septuagint and in the earlier Old Greek translation. They are accepted as canonical and translated as such in Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Bibles. They are listed in Article VI of the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England. However, most Protestant versions exclude these passages as apocryphal, retaining only the text available today in the Hebrew/Aramaic manuscripts.</p>\n<p>The additions are:</p>\n<p>* The Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Holy Children : after Daniel 3:23, incorporates the Fiery Furnace episode.</p>\n<p>* Susanna and the Elders : before Daniel 1:1, a prologue in early Greek manuscripts; chapter 13 in the Vulgate.</p>\n<p>* Bel and the Dragon : after Daniel 12:13 in Greek, an epilogue; chapter 14 in the Vulgate. Bel and the Dragon is the supposed story of Daniel and his struggle with Cyrus King of Persia and his idolatrous people. It is considered a deuterocanonical book by some Christians and Apocryphal by others. The story covers two events, the reckoning of the falsity of Bel (a Babylonian idol) and a Dragon whom the Babylonians worshiped; along with Daniel’s being thrown in a lion’s den, and his deliverance. The History of The Destruction of Bel and the Dragon is read from the Holy Bible, King James Version 1611 which includes the Apocrypha. (Summary from Wikipedia and by David Shamp)</p>\n |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/additions-to-daniel/ |
p the additions daniel comprise three chapters found hebrew aramaic text daniel text chapters found greek septuagint earlier old greek translation accepted canonical translated roman catholic eastern orthodox oriental orthodox bibles listed article vi thirty nine articles church england however protestant versions exclude passages apocryphal retaining text available today hebrew aramaic manuscripts p p the additions are p p prayer azariah song three holy children daniel 3 23 incorporates fiery furnace episode p p susanna elders daniel 1 1 prologue early greek manuscripts chapter 13 vulgate p p bel dragon daniel 12 13 greek epilogue chapter 14 vulgate bel dragon supposed story daniel struggle cyrus king persia idolatrous people considered deuterocanonical book christians apocryphal others story covers two events reckoning falsity bel a babylonian idol dragon babylonians worshiped along daniel s thrown lion s den deliverance history destruction bel dragon read holy bible king james version 1611 includes apocrypha summary wikipedia david shamp p |
| 1044 |
1023 |
1252 |
Dr. Esperanto’s International Language, Introduction and Complete Grammar |
L. L. Zamenhof |
Language learning |
<p>In July 1887, Esperanto made its debut as a 40-page pamphlet from Warsaw, published in Russian, Polish, French and German: all written by a Polish eye-doctor under the pen-name of Dr. Esperanto (“one who hopes”). Ludovic Lazarus Zamenhof (1859-1917) had a gift for languages, and a calling to help foster world amity: by a neutral “Internacia Lingvo” that anyone anywhere could readily use as a second language: neither forsaking a mother tongue, nor imposing it. In 1889 Zamenhof published an English translation by Richard H. Geoghegan, a young Irish linguist. All five are respectively considered the “First Book”. This classic sets forth Esperanto pretty much as we know it today (except that we no longer use internal apostrophes for composite words). Its original repertoire of 900 root words has grown tenfold in the past century, but you can still almost make do with the vocabulary herein. -- Summary by Gene Keyes</p> |
Esperanto |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/dr-esperantos-international-language-introduction-and-complete-grammar-by-ll-zamenhof/ |
p in july 1887 esperanto made debut 40 page pamphlet warsaw published russian polish french german written polish eye doctor pen name dr esperanto one hopes ludovic lazarus zamenhof 1859 1917 gift languages calling help foster world amity neutral internacia lingvo anyone anywhere could readily use second language neither forsaking mother tongue imposing it 1889 zamenhof published english translation richard h geoghegan young irish linguist five respectively considered first book classic sets forth esperanto pretty much know today except longer use internal apostrophes composite words original repertoire 900 root words grown tenfold past century still almost make vocabulary herein summary gene keyes p |
| 1045 |
1024 |
1253 |
War and Peace, Book 03: 1805 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels. </p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-03-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1046 |
1025 |
1254 |
Star Hunter |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
"Somewheres on the jungle world of Jumala, there was a man in hiding—a man whose mind had been reconditioned with another's brain pattern and for whom there was a fabulous reward. <i>Star Hunter</i> is a thrill-packed account of that other-worldly game of hide-and-seek between a man who did not know all his own powers and an interstellar safari that sought something no man had a right to find...." (summary from gutenberg etext)</p>\n |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/star-hunter-by-andre-norton/ |
somewheres jungle world jumala man hiding a man whose mind reconditioned another s brain pattern fabulous reward i star hunter i thrill packed account other worldly game hide and seek man know powers interstellar safari sought something man right find summary gutenberg etext p |
| 1047 |
1026 |
1255 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 12) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
Much of this chapter is taken up with the affairs of Ireland during the reign of James II. The Protestants and Catholics are having their usual disagreements and James is putting his pieces in place in an attempt to use the Irish to consolidate his own rather shaky position.<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-chapter-12-thomas-macaulay/ |
much chapter taken affairs ireland reign james ii protestants catholics usual disagreements james putting pieces place attempt use irish consolidate rather shaky position p |
| 1048 |
1027 |
1256 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Prayer of Manasses |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Prayer of Manasses is supposed to have been the prayer of Manasses King of Judah when he repented from his idolatrous ways when he was held captive by the Assyrians in Babylon. Manasseh’s evil ways are recorded in 2 Kings 21:1-18, and the account of his repentance is recorded in 2 Chronicles 33:10-17. The Prayer of Manasses is held to be a deuterocanonical book by many Christians and is held to be Apocryphal by others. This reading is from the Holy Bible, King James Version 1611 which contains the Apocrypha separate from both the Old and New Testament. -- Summary by David Shamp</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-prayer-of-manasses-kjv/ |
p the prayer manasses supposed prayer manasses king judah repented idolatrous ways held captive assyrians babylon manasseh s evil ways recorded 2 kings 21 1 18 account repentance recorded 2 chronicles 33 10 17 prayer manasses held deuterocanonical book many christians held apocryphal others reading holy bible king james version 1611 contains apocrypha separate old new testament summary david shamp p |
| 1049 |
1028 |
1257 |
Short Poetry Collection 038 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 038: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-038/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 038 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1050 |
1038 |
1267 |
Short Poetry Collection 039 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 039: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-039/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 039 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1051 |
1039 |
1268 |
Apology of Socrates |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p> Plato's account of Socrates' defense at his trial for "corrupting the youth" is a classic summation of his teacher's life and mission, centered in Socrates' most famous line, "The unexamined life is not worth living." - Written by FrZeile </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-apology-of-socrates-by-plato/ |
p plato s account socrates defense trial corrupting youth classic summation teacher s life mission centered socrates famous line the unexamined life worth living written frzeile p |
| 1052 |
1030 |
1259 |
Comte de Monte-Cristo |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>Edmond Dantès, a young seaman with a promising future, is arrested at his wedding ceremony under calomnious charges, and locked up in the Chateau d'If for 14 years. During this time, he secretly meets another detainee, l'Abbé Faria, an erudite believed to be insane, who becomes his friend and teacher, and who, upon his death, gives Edmond the secret to a hidden treasure.<br /><br />Dantès then manages to escape, almost drowning in the process, and is believed by all to be dead. With the knowledge and the treasure transmitted by l'abbé Faria, and his own wish for revenge, Edmond Dantès plots the downfall of his enemies under the identity of the Count of Monte-Cristo.<br /><br />Summary by Jc Guan.</p> |
French |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/le-comte-de-monte-cristo-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p edmond dantès young seaman promising future arrested wedding ceremony calomnious charges locked chateau d if 14 years time secretly meets another detainee l abbé faria erudite believed insane becomes friend teacher who upon death gives edmond secret hidden treasure br br dantès manages escape almost drowning process believed dead knowledge treasure transmitted l abbé faria wish revenge edmond dantès plots downfall enemies identity count monte cristo br br summary jc guan p |
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1031 |
1260 |
Millionaerens Pilegrimsfaerd |
Otto Martin Moller |
General Fiction |
<p>Hvad nu om man kunne gøre sit liv om - eller i det mindste bare gennemleve sin ungdom en gang til? Måske kræver dette hverken mirakler, opstandelse eller genfødsel, men blot at man beslutter at gøre det - at man beslutter sig for at gå tilbage til hvor den svundne tid to sin begyndelse og starter forfra. Det er i hvert fald hvad romanens hovedperson Niels Faber sætter sig for. <br><br>Millionærens Pilegrimsfærd er en roman, der til trods for at den blev skrevet for mere end hundrede år siden, stadig er aktuel for ethvert menneske som på et tidspunkt i tilværelsen har skuet tilbage og tænkt den tanke at livet kunne have formet sig anderledes. <br><br>Romanen er forfatterens sidste. Otto M. Møller døde i en alder af otteogtredive år. Forfatteren skrev den mens han var døende og han havde formentlig en forudanelse af hvad der ventede ham. Måske derfor rummer dele af fortællingen nogen bitterhed. Romanen rummer dog også en hyldest til verdens skønhed, den dejlige natur og til det ærlige jævne menneske. <br><br>I dag, i det enogtyvende århundrede, kan vi derudover glæde os over at bogen giver et sjældent godt øjebliksbillede af det almindelige menneskes hverdagsliv i Danmark omkring 1890'erne. (Summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl)</p>\n |
Danish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/millionaerens-pilegrimfaerd-by-otto-moller/ |
p hvad nu om man kunne gøre sit liv om eller det mindste bare gennemleve sin ungdom en gang til måske kræver dette hverken mirakler opstandelse eller genfødsel men blot man beslutter gøre det man beslutter sig gå tilbage til hvor den svundne tid sin begyndelse og starter forfra det er hvert fald hvad romanens hovedperson niels faber sætter sig for br br millionærens pilegrimsfærd er en roman der til trods den blev skrevet mere end hundrede år siden stadig er aktuel ethvert menneske som på et tidspunkt tilværelsen har skuet tilbage og tænkt den tanke livet kunne formet sig anderledes br br romanen er forfatterens sidste otto m møller døde en alder af otteogtredive år forfatteren skrev den mens han var døende og han havde formentlig en forudanelse af hvad der ventede ham måske derfor rummer dele af fortællingen nogen bitterhed romanen rummer dog også en hyldest til verdens skønhed den dejlige natur og til det ærlige jævne menneske br br i dag det enogtyvende århundrede kan vi derudover glæde os bogen giver et sjældent godt øjebliksbillede af det almindelige menneskes hverdagsliv danmark omkring 1890 erne summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 1054 |
1032 |
1261 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 003 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-003/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 1055 |
1033 |
1262 |
Few Figs from Thistles |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Poetry, Single author |
<br />A collection of 23 poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-few-figs-from-thistles-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
br a collection 23 poems edna st vincent millay br br |
| 1056 |
1034 |
1263 |
Book of Lieh-Tzu |
Liezi |
Ancient |
Although Lieh Tzu's work has evidently passed through the hands of many editors and gathered numerous accretions, there remains a considerable nucleus which in all probability was committed to writing by Lieh Tzu's immediate disciples, and is therefore older than the genuine parts of Chuang Tzu. There are some obvious analogies between the two authors, and indeed a certain amount of matter common to both; but on the whole Lieh Tzu's book bears an unmistakable impress of its own. The geniality of its tone contrasts with the somewhat hard brilliancy of Chuang Tzu, and a certain kindly sympathy with the aged, the poor and the humble of this life, not excluding the brute creation, makes itself felt throughout. - From Lionel Giles Introduction<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-lieh-tzu-by-lieh-tzu-translated-by-lionel-giles/ |
although lieh tzu s work evidently passed hands many editors gathered numerous accretions remains considerable nucleus probability committed writing lieh tzu s immediate disciples therefore older genuine parts chuang tzu obvious analogies two authors indeed certain amount matter common both whole lieh tzu s book bears unmistakable impress own geniality tone contrasts somewhat hard brilliancy chuang tzu certain kindly sympathy aged poor humble life excluding brute creation makes felt throughout lionel giles introduction p |
| 1057 |
1035 |
1264 |
Esperanto Teacher |
Helen Fryer |
Language learning |
The international language Esperanto was first released to the world in 1887, when L. L. Zamenhof published his first book, "Dr. Esperanto's International Language". Since that time, many learning books have been developed to help the beginner attain a proficiency in the language. Helen Fryer's "Esperanto Teacher" is one of the earliest of these attempts in English. Divided into 45 short and easy lessons and supplemented with sections on joining words, exclamations, compound words, arrangement of words in a sentence, words used with the object, the 16 rules of grammar and list of common useful expressions, as well as a number of translated texts for the new Esperantist to practice his/her skills, this book contains everything one needs to gain a proficiency in the language.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-esperanto-teacher-by-helen-fryer/ |
international language esperanto first released world 1887 l l zamenhof published first book dr esperanto s international language since time many learning books developed help beginner attain proficiency language helen fryer s esperanto teacher one earliest attempts english divided 45 short easy lessons supplemented sections joining words exclamations compound words arrangement words sentence words used object 16 rules grammar list common useful expressions well number translated texts new esperantist practice his her skills book contains everything one needs gain proficiency language p |
| 1058 |
1036 |
1265 |
Prologue to the Canterbury Tales |
Geoffrey Chaucer |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of the <em>Prologue to the Canterbury Tales</em>, Lines 1-18 by Geoffrey Chaucer. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 15th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
Middle English |
1400 |
https://librivox.org/prologue-to-the-canterbury-tales-lines-1-18-by-geoffrey-chaucer/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 different recordings em prologue canterbury tales em lines 1 18 geoffrey chaucer weekly poetry project week july 15th 2007 br br |
| 1059 |
1037 |
1266 |
唐诗三百首 卷三 Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 3 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>Compiled around 1763, 'Three Hundred Tang Poems' is the standard collection of the poetic art of the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907). Poems in Volume Three are of the style 五言律詩 'five character regular verse' (poems 90 to 169).(Summary by David Barnes)</p> |
Chinese |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/three-hundred-tang-poems-volume-3-by-various/ |
p compiled around 1763 three hundred tang poems standard collection poetic art tang dynasty 618 907 poems volume three style 五言律詩 five character regular verse poems 90 169 summary david barnes p |
| 1060 |
1040 |
1269 |
Tale of Peter Mink |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey (1877 – 1949) was author of more than forty children's books. Bailey's writing has been described thusly by the Newark Evening News: "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar."\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Scott_Bailey<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-peter-mink-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey 1877 1949 author forty children s books bailey s writing described thusly newark evening news mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers made habit never write down children frequently used words beyond average juvenile vocabulary believing youngsters respond stimulus unfamiliar http en wikipedia org wiki arthur_scott_bailey p |
| 1061 |
1041 |
1270 |
Från barnaår till silfverhår. Första afdelningen |
Anders Ramsay |
Biography & Autobiography |
"Från barnaår till silfverhår" (From childyears to silverhairs) by Anders Ramsay (1832-1910) is one of the most widely read autobiographies of Fenno-swedish literature. Anders Ramsay's eight volumes offer a great wealth of information about aristocratic life in 19th century Finland, as well as of life in Paris, on the grand tour in Italy and so on. Ramsay's style of writing is free and full of delightful humour -- often at the author's own expense. His life is also a good illustration of the process of industrialisation in Finland, as well as of the triumph of the capitalist spirit over older, aristocratic values. Born a nobleman and landowner, Ramsay felt forced to become an industrialist, but failed miserably. He then went into business, where he failed as completely. However, his autobiography, written at the very end of his life, became a huge critical and popular success, to his immense joy and pride. (Summary by Måns Broo) <p> |
Swedish |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fran-barnaar-till-silfverhar-forsta-afdelningen-by-anders-ramsay/ |
från barnaår till silfverhår from childyears silverhairs anders ramsay 1832 1910 one widely read autobiographies fenno swedish literature anders ramsay s eight volumes offer great wealth information aristocratic life 19th century finland well life paris grand tour italy on ramsay s style writing free full delightful humour often author s expense life also good illustration process industrialisation finland well triumph capitalist spirit older aristocratic values born nobleman landowner ramsay felt forced become industrialist failed miserably went business failed completely however autobiography written end life became huge critical popular success immense joy pride summary måns broo p |
| 1062 |
1042 |
1271 |
New Treasure Seekers |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
Oswald, Dora, Dicky, Alice, H.O, and Noel fill their free time with entertainments that don't always turn out as they plan. But whether telling fortunes at a fete, unwittingly assisting an elopement, reforming their nasty cousin Archibald or even getting arrested, it is all good fun, and usually in a good cause.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/new-treasure-seekers-by-edith-nesbit/ |
oswald dora dicky alice h o noel fill free time entertainments always turn plan whether telling fortunes fete unwittingly assisting elopement reforming nasty cousin archibald even getting arrested good fun usually good cause p |
| 1063 |
1043 |
1272 |
Jew of Malta |
Christopher Marlowe |
Tragedy |
<p>Christopher “Kit” Marlowe (baptised 26 February 1564 – 30 May 1593) was an English dramatist, poet, and translator of the Elizabethan era. The foremost Elizabethan tragedian before William Shakespeare, he is known for his magnificent blank verse, his overreaching protagonists, and his own untimely death.</p>\n<p><i>The Jew of Malta</i> (1589) is an original story of religious conflict, intrigue, and revenge, set against a backdrop of the struggle for supremacy between Spain and the Ottoman Empire in the Mediterranean. <i>The Jew of Malta</i> is considered to have been a major influence on William Shakespeare’s <i>The Merchant of Venice</i>.</p>\n<p>The play contains a prologue in which the character Machiavel, a Senecan ghost based on Niccolò Machiavelli, introduces “the tragedy of a Jew.” (summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n<p>Thomas Heywood: The well-known dramatist of the time has included Prologues and Epilogues both for the court and the Cock-Pit theatre “…making choice of you unto whom to devote it;” . (summary by David Lawrence)\n</p></blockquote>\n<ul>\n<strong>Cast:</strong></p>\n<p>Ferneze, as Governor of Malta and - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234"> Lars Rolander</a><br />\nLodowick, his son - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1702">Jay Saunders</a><br />\nSelim Calymath, son to the Grand Seignior - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3965">Damien Tavis Toman</a><br />\nMartin del Bosco, vice-admiral of Spain - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/263"> Michael Sirois</a><br />\nMathias, a gentleman - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3916"> Daniel Hutton</a><br />\nJacomo, a friar - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3940"> Kevin Vinck</a><br />\nBarnardine, a friar - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110"> Aaron Elliott</a><br />\nBarabas, a wealthy Jew - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3952"> EHehl</a><br />\nIthamore, a slave - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26"> Denny Sayers</a><br />\nKatharine, mother to Mathias - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/20"> Gesine</a><br />\nAbigail, daughter to Barabas - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1700"> Andrea Lee</a><br />\nBellamira, a courtezan - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3943"> Silence</a><br />\nPilia-Borza, a bully, attendant to Bellamira - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3969"> CM Slosson</a><br />\nFirst Jew and First Knight - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />\nSecond Jew, Second Officer, Second Knight<br />\nand Second Merchant - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4042"> Ryan DeRamos</a><br />\nThird Jew, Slave and Carpenter - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066"> Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nOfficer/First Officer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4283"> Eric J. Katowitz</a><br />\nMerchant/First Merchant - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724"> Anna Simon</a><br />\nMessenger - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615"> Lucy Perry</a><br />\nMachiavel, as Prologue Speaker - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/949"> ontheroad</a><br />\nAnnouncer - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/243"> Jennifer Stearns</a></p>\n<p><strong>Audio edited by</strong> - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> </p>\n |
English |
1589 |
https://librivox.org/the-jew-of-malta-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
p christopher kit marlowe baptised 26 february 1564 30 may 1593 english dramatist poet translator elizabethan era foremost elizabethan tragedian william shakespeare known magnificent blank verse overreaching protagonists untimely death p p i the jew malta i 1589 original story religious conflict intrigue revenge set backdrop struggle supremacy spain ottoman empire mediterranean i the jew malta i considered major influence william shakespeare s i the merchant venice i p p the play contains prologue character machiavel senecan ghost based niccolò machiavelli introduces the tragedy jew summary wikipedia p p thomas heywood well known dramatist time included prologues epilogues court cock pit theatre making choice unto devote it summary david lawrence p blockquote ul strong cast strong p p ferneze governor malta a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br lodowick son a href http librivox org reader 1702 jay saunders a br selim calymath son grand seignior a href http librivox org reader 3965 damien tavis toman a br martin del bosco vice admiral spain a href http librivox org reader 263 michael sirois a br mathias gentleman a href http librivox org reader 3916 daniel hutton a br jacomo friar a href http librivox org reader 3940 kevin vinck a br barnardine friar a href http librivox org reader 2110 aaron elliott a br barabas wealthy jew a href http librivox org reader 3952 ehehl a br ithamore slave a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br katharine mother mathias a href http librivox org reader 20 gesine a br abigail daughter barabas a href http librivox org reader 1700 andrea lee a br bellamira courtezan a href http librivox org reader 3943 silence a br pilia borza bully attendant bellamira a href http librivox org reader 3969 cm slosson a br first jew first knight a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br second jew second officer second knight br second merchant a href http librivox org reader 4042 ryan deramos a br third jew slave carpenter a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br officer first officer a href http librivox org reader 4283 eric j katowitz a br merchant first merchant a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br machiavel prologue speaker a href http librivox org reader 949 ontheroad a br announcer a href http librivox org reader 243 jennifer stearns a p p strong audio edited by strong a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a p |
| 1064 |
1044 |
1274 |
Bible (ASV) NT 06: Romans |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to the Romans is one of the letters of the New Testament canon of the Christian Bible. In the words of N.T. Wright, the Book of Romans is "neither a systematic theology nor a summary of Paul's lifework, but it is by common consent his masterpiece. It dwarfs most of his other writings, an Alpine peak towering over hills and villages. Not all onlookers have viewed it in the same light or from the same angle, and their snapshots and paintings of it are sometimes remarkably unalike. Not all climbers have taken the same route up its sheer sides, and there is frequent disagreement on the best approach. What nobody doubts is that we are here dealing with a work of massive substance, presenting a formidable intellectual challenge while offering a breathtaking theological and spiritual vision." \n(Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-romans-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle romans one letters new testament canon christian bible words n t wright book romans neither systematic theology summary paul s lifework common consent masterpiece dwarfs writings alpine peak towering hills villages onlookers viewed light angle snapshots paintings sometimes remarkably unalike climbers taken route sheer sides frequent disagreement best approach nobody doubts dealing work massive substance presenting formidable intellectual challenge offering breathtaking theological spiritual vision summary wikipedia p |
| 1065 |
1045 |
1275 |
Walking |
Henry David Thoreau |
Essays & Short Works, Nature |
<p>This was originally a lecture given by Thoreau in 1851 at the Concord lyceum titled "The Wild" . He revised it before his death and it was included as part of the June 1862 edition of Atlantic Monthly. This essay appears, on the surface, to be simply expounding the qualities of Nature and man's place therein. Through this medium he not only touches those subjects, but with the implications of such a respect for nature, or lack thereof. (Summary by Chris Masterson)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/walking-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
p this originally lecture given thoreau 1851 concord lyceum titled the wild revised death included part june 1862 edition atlantic monthly essay appears surface simply expounding qualities nature man s place therein medium touches subjects implications respect nature lack thereof summary chris masterson p |
| 1066 |
1047 |
1277 |
Case of Jennie Brice |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The flood brings in not only the muddy waters but a series of suspicious clues that convinced Mrs. Pitman, a boarding house keeper, that a murder has been committed at her boarding house. Jennifer Ladley aka Jennie Brice is missing and with the help of Mr. Holcombe, a quirky gentleman with a passion for mysteries, they embark on a quest for the truth behind the disappearance of Jennie Brice. (summary by Wina Hathaway)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-jennie-brice-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
p the flood brings muddy waters series suspicious clues convinced mrs pitman boarding house keeper murder committed boarding house jennifer ladley aka jennie brice missing help mr holcombe quirky gentleman passion mysteries embark quest truth behind disappearance jennie brice summary wina hathaway p |
| 1067 |
1048 |
1278 |
Sleep-Book |
Leolyn Louise Everett |
Anthologies |
This is a compilation and publication of sleep-related poetry, exalting the delight of sleep, as well as bemoaning the lack of it. (written by Clarica)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/sleep-book-by-leolyn-louise-everett/ |
compilation publication sleep related poetry exalting delight sleep well bemoaning lack it written clarica p |
| 1068 |
1049 |
1280 |
Indian Frontier Policy, an Historical Sketch |
General Sir John Miller Adye |
*Non-fiction, History |
"The subject of our policy on the North-West frontier of India is one of great importance, as affecting the general welfare of our Eastern Empire, and is specially interesting at the present time, when military operations on a considerable scale are being conducted against a combination of the independent tribes along the frontier. It must be understood that the present condition of affairs is no mere sudden outbreak on the part of our turbulent neighbours. Its causes lie far deeper, and are the consequences of events in bygone years". (From the author's Preface, 1897).<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/indian-frontier-policy-by-general-sir-john-adye/ |
the subject policy north west frontier india one great importance affecting general welfare eastern empire specially interesting present time military operations considerable scale conducted combination independent tribes along frontier must understood present condition affairs mere sudden outbreak part turbulent neighbours causes lie far deeper consequences events bygone years from author s preface 1897 p |
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1050 |
1281 |
In the Field (1914-1915) |
Marcel Dupont |
Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
<p>I have merely tried to make a written record of some of the hours I have lived through during the course of this war. A modest Lieutenant of Chasseurs, I cannot claim to form any opinion as to the operations which have been carried out for the last nine months on an immense front. I only speak of things I have seen with my own eyes, in the little corner of the battlefield occupied by my regiment. (Summary by the author)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-field-1914-1915-by-marcel-dupont/ |
p i merely tried make written record hours lived course war modest lieutenant chasseurs cannot claim form opinion operations carried last nine months immense front speak things seen eyes little corner battlefield occupied regiment summary author p |
| 1070 |
1051 |
1282 |
Summer Magic |
Leslie Pinckney Hill |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>Summer Magic</em> by Leslie Pinckney Hill. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 22nd, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/summer-magic-by-leslie-pinckney-hill/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em summer magic em leslie pinckney hill weekly poetry project week july 22nd 2007 br br |
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1052 |
1283 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 07 - The Fighting Governer: A Chronicle of Frontenac |
Charles W. Colby |
Early Modern |
<p>The Canada to which Frontenac came in 1672 was no longer the infant colony it had been when Richelieu founded the\nCompany of One Hundred Associates. </p><p> Though its inhabitants numbered less than seven thousand, the institutions under which they\nlived could not have been more elaborate or precise. In\nshort, the divine right of the king to rule over his\npeople was proclaimed as loudly in the colony as in the\nmotherland.</p> <p> This book follows Frontenac through his life as a public officer in Canada.</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-fighting-governor-a-chronicle-of-frontenac/ |
p the canada frontenac came 1672 longer infant colony richelieu founded company one hundred associates p p though inhabitants numbered less seven thousand institutions lived could elaborate precise short divine right king rule people proclaimed loudly colony motherland p p book follows frontenac life public officer canada p |
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1053 |
1284 |
North and South |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Set in Victorian England, <i>North and South</i> is the story of Margaret Hale, a young woman whose life is turned upside down when her family relocates to northern England. As an outsider from the agricultural south, Margaret is initially shocked by the aggressive northerners of the dirty, smoky industrial town of Milton. But as she adapts to her new home, she defies social conventions with her ready sympathy and defense of the working poor. Her passionate advocacy leads her to repeatedly clash with charismatic mill owner John Thornton over his treatment of his workers. While Margaret denies her growing attraction to him, Thornton agonizes over his foolish passion for her, in spite of their heated disagreements. As tensions mount between them, a violent unionization strike explodes in Milton, leaving everyone to deal with the aftermath in the town and in their personal lives.<p></p>Elizabeth Gaskell serialized <i>North and South</i> between September 1854 and January 1855 in Charles Dickens’s magazine <i>Household Words</i>. Upon its publication, Gaskell established herself as a novelist capable of serious discourse on social responsibility and advocacy for change in defiance of established authority. (Summary by Dani)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/north-and-south-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
p set victorian england i north south i story margaret hale young woman whose life turned upside family relocates northern england outsider agricultural south margaret initially shocked aggressive northerners dirty smoky industrial town milton adapts new home defies social conventions ready sympathy defense working poor passionate advocacy leads repeatedly clash charismatic mill owner john thornton treatment workers margaret denies growing attraction him thornton agonizes foolish passion her spite heated disagreements tensions mount them violent unionization strike explodes milton leaving everyone deal aftermath town personal lives p p elizabeth gaskell serialized i north south i september 1854 january 1855 charles dickens s magazine i household words i upon publication gaskell established novelist capable serious discourse social responsibility advocacy change defiance established authority summary dani p |
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1054 |
1285 |
Offences Against One's Self: Paederasty |
Jeremy Bentham |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832) was an English jurist, philosopher, and legal and social reformer. He was a political radical and a leading theorist in Anglo-American philosophy of law. He is best known as an early advocate of utilitarianism and animal rights who influenced the development of liberalism. <br /><br />The essay Offences Against One's Self (c. 1785), argued for the liberalisation of laws prohibiting homosexuality. The essay remained unpublished during Bentham's lifetime for fear of offending public morality. It was finally published for the first time in 1931. (Wikipedia) <br /><br />This recording was catalogued on 28th July 2007, the 40th anniversary of the coming into force in the UK of the Sexual Offences Act 1967, which decriminalised male homosexuality for the first time (though with restrictions). <p>\n |
English |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/offences-against-ones-self-paederasty-by-jeremy-bentham/ |
jeremy bentham 1748 1832 english jurist philosopher legal social reformer political radical leading theorist anglo american philosophy law best known early advocate utilitarianism animal rights influenced development liberalism br br the essay offences one s self c 1785 argued liberalisation laws prohibiting homosexuality essay remained unpublished bentham s lifetime fear offending public morality finally published first time 1931 wikipedia br br this recording catalogued 28th july 2007 40th anniversary coming force uk sexual offences act 1967 decriminalised male homosexuality first time though restrictions p |
| 1074 |
1056 |
1288 |
Adam Bede |
George Eliot |
Romance |
Adam Bede, the first novel written by George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Ann Evans), was published in 1859. It was published pseudonymously, even though Evans was a well-published and highly respected scholar of her time. The novel has remained in print ever since, and is used in university studies of 19th century English literature.</p>\n\nThe story's plot follows four characters rural lives in the fictional community of Hayslope—a rural, pastoral and close-knit community in 1799. The novel revolves around a love triangle between beautiful but thoughtless Hetty Sorrel, Captain Arthur Donnithorne, the young squire who seduces her, Adam Bede, her unacknowledged lover, and Dinah Morris, Hetty's cousin, a fervent Methodist lay preacher.\n(Summary Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/adam-bede-by-george-eliot/ |
adam bede first novel written george eliot the pen name mary ann evans published 1859 published pseudonymously even though evans well published highly respected scholar time novel remained print ever since used university studies 19th century english literature p story s plot follows four characters rural lives fictional community hayslope a rural pastoral close knit community 1799 novel revolves around love triangle beautiful thoughtless hetty sorrel captain arthur donnithorne young squire seduces her adam bede unacknowledged lover dinah morris hetty s cousin fervent methodist lay preacher summary wikipedia p |
| 1075 |
1057 |
1289 |
Golden Age |
Kenneth Grahame |
Children's Fiction |
The Golden Age is a collection of reminiscences of childhood, written by Kenneth Grahame and originally published in book form in 1895, in London by The Bodley Head, and in Chicago by Stone & Kimball. (The Prologue and six of the stories had previously appeared in the National Observer, the journal then edited by William Ernest Henley.) Widely praised upon its first appearance—Algernon Charles Swinburne, writing in the Daily Chronicle, called it “one of the few books which are well-nigh too praiseworthy for praise”—the book has come to be regarded as a classic in its genre. <br /><br />Typical of his culture and his era, Grahame casts his reminiscences in imagery and metaphor rooted in the culture of Ancient Greece; to the children whose impressions are recorded in the book, the adults in their lives are “Olympians,” while the chapter titled “The Argonauts” refers to Perseus, Apollo, Psyche, and similar figures of Greek mythology. Grahame’s reminiscences, in The Golden Age and in the later Dream Days (1898), were notable for their conception “of a world where children are locked in perpetual warfare with the adult ‘Olympians’ who have wholly forgotten how it feels to be young”—a theme later explored by J. M. Barrie and other authors. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-age-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
golden age collection reminiscences childhood written kenneth grahame originally published book form 1895 london bodley head chicago stone kimball the prologue six stories previously appeared national observer journal edited william ernest henley widely praised upon first appearance algernon charles swinburne writing daily chronicle called one books well nigh praiseworthy praise the book come regarded classic genre br br typical culture era grahame casts reminiscences imagery metaphor rooted culture ancient greece children whose impressions recorded book adults lives olympians chapter titled the argonauts refers perseus apollo psyche similar figures greek mythology grahame s reminiscences golden age later dream days 1898 notable conception of world children locked perpetual warfare adult olympians wholly forgotten feels young a theme later explored j m barrie authors summary wikipedia p |
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1058 |
1290 |
Shropshire Lad |
A. E. Housman |
Single author |
<p>A Shropshire Lad is a cycle of sixty-three poems by the English poet Alfred Edward Housman. A Shropshire Lad was first published in 1896 at Housman's own expense after several publishers had turned it down. At first the book sold slowly, but during the Second Boer War, Housman's nostalgic depiction of rural life and young men's early deaths struck a chord with English readers and the book became a bestseller. Later, World War I further increased its popularity.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-shropshire-lad-by-ae-housman/ |
p a shropshire lad cycle sixty three poems english poet alfred edward housman shropshire lad first published 1896 housman s expense several publishers turned down first book sold slowly second boer war housman s nostalgic depiction rural life young men s early deaths struck chord english readers book became bestseller later world war increased popularity summary wikipedia p |
| 1077 |
1059 |
1293 |
Gettysburg Address (version 4) |
Abraham Lincoln |
Political Science |
<p>The Gettysburg Address is the most famous speech of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and one of the most quoted speeches in United States history. It was delivered at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on the afternoon of Thursday, November 19, 1863, during the American Civil War, four and a half months after the Union armies defeated the Confederates at the decisive Battle of Gettysburg. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-gettysburg-address-by-abraham-lincoln-3/ |
p the gettysburg address famous speech u s president abraham lincoln one quoted speeches united states history delivered dedication soldiers national cemetery gettysburg pennsylvania afternoon thursday november 19 1863 american civil war four half months union armies defeated confederates decisive battle gettysburg summary wikipedia p |
| 1078 |
1060 |
1294 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Fitzgerald) |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
"Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam (Persian: رباعیات عمر خیام). The Rubáiyát (Arabic: رباعیات) is a collection of poems, originally written in the Persian language and of which there are about a thousand, attributed to the Persian mathematician and astronomer Omar Khayyám (1048 – 1123). "Rubaiyat" (derived from the Arabic root word for 4) means "quatrains": verses of four lines." (summary from Wikipedia.) <p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-by-omar-khayyam/ |
rubaiyat omar khayyam persian رباعیات عمر خیام rubáiyát arabic رباعیات collection poems originally written persian language thousand attributed persian mathematician astronomer omar khayyám 1048 1123 rubaiyat derived arabic root word 4 means quatrains verses four lines summary wikipedia p |
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1061 |
1295 |
To Let (Forsyte Saga Vol. 3) |
John Galsworthy |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>‘The Forsyte Saga’ is the story of a wealthy London family stretching from the eighteen-eighties until the nineteen-twenties.<p></p><i>To Let</i> is the third and final book in the saga (although Galsworthy later published two further trilogies which extend the story). We are now in 1920, about twenty years since Irene married Young Jolyon and gave birth to John and since Soames married Annette, who gave him a daughter, Fleur. The two sides of the family have not met since those times and John and Fleur do not even know of each other’s existence.<p></p>All the old Forsytes are dead except for Timothy. Val and Holly have returned from South Africa and Val is training racehorses in Sussex. June has opened her gallery near Cork Street.<p></p>Soames arranges to meet Fleur at June’s gallery and while there, and again later in a patisserie, they see Irene and Jon. Soames ignores them but Fleur and Jon are attracted to one another at a distance.<p></p>\nAs they leave, Fleur drops her handkerchief... (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/to-let-by-john-galsworthy/ |
p the forsyte saga story wealthy london family stretching eighteen eighties nineteen twenties p p i to let i third final book saga although galsworthy later published two trilogies extend story 1920 twenty years since irene married young jolyon gave birth john since soames married annette gave daughter fleur two sides family met since times john fleur even know other s existence p p all old forsytes dead except timothy val holly returned south africa val training racehorses sussex june opened gallery near cork street p p soames arranges meet fleur june s gallery there later patisserie see irene jon soames ignores fleur jon attracted one another distance p p leave fleur drops handkerchief summary andy minter p |
| 1080 |
1062 |
1296 |
Short Poetry Collection 041 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 041: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-041/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 041 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1081 |
1063 |
1297 |
Majoor Frans |
A. L. G. Bosboom-Toussaint |
Literary Fiction |
Een arme jonker, Leopold, wordt onverwacht een grote erfenis in het vooruitzicht gesteld na de dood van een oud-tante – onder één voorwaarde: hij moet met een nichtje van haar trouwen. Deze jonge vrouw, die Francis heet, is opgegroeid onder de hoede van haar grootvader, een generaal in het leger. Ze heeft een onconventionele opvoeding gehad die haar onafhankelijk van geest, brutaal en ruw in haar manier van doen heeft gemaakt; ze houdt van schermen en snelle paarden, en heeft zich voorgenomen om nooit te trouwen. Dit on-vrouwelijke gedrag heeft geleid tot haar bijnaam: “Majoor Frans”. Leopold wordt verliefd op haar, en besluit om te proberen haar voor zich te winnen. Dit boek, geschreven in 1874, wordt beschouwd als een karakterroman als reactie op de opkomende vrouwen-emancipatie bewegingen in die tijd. [Beschrijving door Anna Simon] <BR><BR>\nAn impoverished young nobleman, Leopold, has unexpectedly been left a large fortune at the death of a distant relative – under one condition: that he marry a young cousin of hers. This young woman, called Francis, has been raised by her grandfather, who is a general. She has had an unconventional upbringing which has left her independent, outspoken and rough in her manners, with a love for horse riding and fencing, and a resolution never to marry. This unwomanly behavior has earned her the nickname “Major Frans”. Leopold falls in love with her, and decides to try and win her as his bride. This book, written in 1874, is considered a character novel influenced by the emerging women emancipation movements of the time. [Description written by Anna Simon]<p> |
Dutch |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/majoor-frans/ |
een arme jonker leopold wordt onverwacht een grote erfenis het vooruitzicht gesteld na de dood van een oud tante onder één voorwaarde hij moet met een nichtje van haar trouwen deze jonge vrouw die francis heet opgegroeid onder de hoede van haar grootvader een generaal het leger ze heeft een onconventionele opvoeding gehad die haar onafhankelijk van geest brutaal en ruw haar manier van doen heeft gemaakt ze houdt van schermen en snelle paarden en heeft zich voorgenomen om nooit te trouwen dit on vrouwelijke gedrag heeft geleid tot haar bijnaam majoor frans leopold wordt verliefd op haar en besluit om te proberen haar voor zich te winnen dit boek geschreven 1874 wordt beschouwd als een karakterroman als reactie op de opkomende vrouwen emancipatie bewegingen die tijd beschrijving door anna simon br br impoverished young nobleman leopold unexpectedly left large fortune death distant relative one condition marry young cousin hers young woman called francis raised grandfather general unconventional upbringing left independent outspoken rough manners love horse riding fencing resolution never marry unwomanly behavior earned nickname major frans leopold falls love her decides try win bride book written 1874 considered character novel influenced emerging women emancipation movements time description written anna simon p |
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1064 |
1298 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 01 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.<br /> (Summary by Paolo Fedi)</p> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-01-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life br summary paolo fedi p |
| 1083 |
1065 |
1299 |
Extermination of the American Bison |
William T. Hornaday |
Science |
The American bison (Bison bison), also commonly known as the American buffalo, is a North American species of bison that once roamed the grasslands of North America in massive herds, became nearly extinct by a combination of commercial hunting and slaughter in the 19th century and introduction of bovine diseases from domestic cattle. William T. Hornaday’s advocacy is credited with preserving the American bison from extinction. This book, originally published in 1887, gives Mr. Hornaday's evidence of the Bison's impending extinction. (Adapted from Wikipedia by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-extermination-of-the-american-bison-by-william-t-hornaday/ |
american bison bison bison also commonly known american buffalo north american species bison roamed grasslands north america massive herds became nearly extinct combination commercial hunting slaughter 19th century introduction bovine diseases domestic cattle william t hornaday s advocacy credited preserving american bison extinction book originally published 1887 gives mr hornaday s evidence bison s impending extinction adapted wikipedia ann boulais p |
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1066 |
1300 |
Fanny Herself |
Edna Ferber |
General Fiction |
<i>Fanny Herself</i> is the story of Fanny Brandeis, a young girl coming of age in the Midwest at the turn of the 20th century. It is generally considered to have been based on Ferber’s own experiences growing up in Appleton, Wisconsin. Regarded by many as the “greatest American woman novelist of her day,” Ferber would go on to win the Pulitzer Prize in a 1925 for her book <i>So Big</i>, and is also the author of Showboat and Cimarron, which along with other of her later works were successfully adapted for stage and screen. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fanny-herself-by-edna-ferber/ |
i fanny herself i story fanny brandeis young girl coming age midwest turn 20th century generally considered based ferber s experiences growing appleton wisconsin regarded many greatest american woman novelist day ferber would go win pulitzer prize 1925 book i so big i also author showboat cimarron along later works successfully adapted stage screen summary j m smallheer p |
| 1085 |
1067 |
1301 |
Summer's Afternoon |
Benjamin King |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />As the summer days wind down, LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>A Summer’s Afternoon</em> by Benjamin King. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 29th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-summers-afternoon-by-benjamin-king/ |
br as summer days wind down librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em a summer s afternoon em benjamin king weekly poetry project week july 29th 2007 br br |
| 1086 |
1068 |
1302 |
Shadows |
George MacDonald |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
"Old Ralph Rinkelmann made his living by comic sketches, and all but lost it again by tragic poems. So he was just the man to be chosen king of the fairies..." <p> George MacDonald (December 10, 1824 – September 18, 1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. Though no longer well known, his works (particularly his fairy tales and fantasy novels) have inspired admiration in such notables as W. H. Auden, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L'Engle. The Shadows is one such fairy tale. The strange Shadows spend their existence casting themselves upon the walls and forming pictures of various sorts: mimicking evil actions of those who have done wrong in the hopes of causing their repentance, playing a comic dumb-show to inspire a playwright and dancing to inspire a musician, nudging a little girl to comfort her grandfather, and playing with a sick little boy as he waits for his mother to return home. The king privately pities the Shadows, for they cannot generally remember their deeds, acquaintances, or loves past a single night. (Summary by Wikipedia and Catharine Eastman)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadows-by-george-macdonald/ |
old ralph rinkelmann made living comic sketches lost tragic poems man chosen king fairies p george macdonald december 10 1824 september 18 1905 scottish author poet christian minister though longer well known works particularly fairy tales fantasy novels inspired admiration notables w h auden j r r tolkien madeleine l engle shadows one fairy tale strange shadows spend existence casting upon walls forming pictures various sorts mimicking evil actions done wrong hopes causing repentance playing comic dumb show inspire playwright dancing inspire musician nudging little girl comfort grandfather playing sick little boy waits mother return home king privately pities shadows cannot generally remember deeds acquaintances loves past single night summary wikipedia catharine eastman p |
| 1087 |
1069 |
1303 |
Tarzan of the Apes |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Tarzan of the Apes is Burroughs’ exciting, if improbable, story of an English lord, left by the death of his stranded parents in the hands of a motherly African ape who raises him as her own. Although he is aware that he is different from the apes of his tribe, who are neither white nor hairless, he nevertheless regards them as his “people.” When older, larger, stronger apes decide that he an undesirable to be killed or expelled from the tribe, it is fortunate that Tarzan has learned the use of primitive weapons.</p><p>Although small and weak by ape standards, Tarzan is a human of god-like strength and agility to men who discover him. By studying these people, he gradually decides he is not an ape at all, but human.</p><p>And when he meets Jane, a beautiful American girl marooned with her father and friends on the hostile coast of Africa, Tarzan conceives love for her. When they are unexpectedly rescued before Tarzan can find a way to reveal his feelings to Jane, he determines to become civilized and follow her into the world of people – to find her and wed her, though he must cross continents and oceans, and compete with two other suitors for her hand.</p><p>This story was the subject of a successful film in 1932, with Tarzan being played by Johnny Weissmuller, who acted in a further eleven Tarzan films. According to Weissmuller in an interview with Mike Douglas, his famous ape-call was audio stitched together from a soprano, an alto, and a hog-caller! Summary by Mark F. Smith</p> \n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-of-the-apes/ |
p tarzan apes burroughs exciting improbable story english lord left death stranded parents hands motherly african ape raises own although aware different apes tribe neither white hairless nevertheless regards people older larger stronger apes decide undesirable killed expelled tribe fortunate tarzan learned use primitive weapons p p although small weak ape standards tarzan human god like strength agility men discover him studying people gradually decides ape all human p p and meets jane beautiful american girl marooned father friends hostile coast africa tarzan conceives love her unexpectedly rescued tarzan find way reveal feelings jane determines become civilized follow world people find wed her though must cross continents oceans compete two suitors hand p p this story subject successful film 1932 tarzan played johnny weissmuller acted eleven tarzan films according weissmuller interview mike douglas famous ape call audio stitched together soprano alto hog caller summary mark f smith p |
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1070 |
1304 |
New Discoveries at Jamestown |
John L. Cotter |
*Non-fiction, History |
Chances are, you are reading this because you are aware that Jamestown, Virginia, celebrated its 400th birthday in 2007. It was the first "successful" English settlement in America. Although the colonists eventually moved upriver to be quit of the hard luck and difficult conditions on the small island, they left behind a trove of possessions - used, worn out, or forgotten.<br /><br />Did you ever stop to consider just how many different items you have, need, or use, to live, work, and amuse yourself? Chances are that you would seriously underestimate! But once you put such a list together, another person could tell quite a story about the life you lead.<br /><br />The puzzle of archeology is how to tell that story, just from the discovery of the traces you leave behind. Literally hundreds of thousands of artifacts have been recovered from this pioneering community during three major efforts (1903, the 1950's, and 1994-present) to reconstruct how Europeans of the early 17th century managed to transplant themselves to a wild and hostile land.<br /><br />The authors, writing for the National Park Service in 1956, relate a fascinating tale of the colonists' resources, their possessions, and their manufactures. They relate documentary evidence from England, Virginia, and elsewhere, and then match it up with items found on the site.<br /><br />Think about packing for a trip to a new world, where you will spend the rest of your life. There are no shops, no regular supply deliveries. You will build your own home. Food is strictly grown or caught on your own. The local folks (Indians) may be (and were, at some times!) hostile to your presence. You will depend on only a few dozen other people to help you with the things you don't know how to do, and they will depend on you. How do you prepare? What do you take?<br /><br />This is that story.<br /><br />For an easy-to-understand history of Jamestown, have a look at this site: <a href="http://www.tobacco.org/History/Jamestown.html">http://www.tobacco.org/History/Jamestown.html</a><br /><br />To help you visualize Jamestown, and especially the area of the original three-sided fort, I highly recommend this site: <a href="http://www.apva.org/finding/index.html">http://www.apva.org/finding/index.html</a> (Summary by Mark F. Smith)<p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/new-discoveries-at-jamestown-by-john-l-cotter-and-paul-j-hudson/ |
chances are reading aware jamestown virginia celebrated 400th birthday 2007 first successful english settlement america although colonists eventually moved upriver quit hard luck difficult conditions small island left behind trove possessions used worn out forgotten br br did ever stop consider many different items have need use live work amuse yourself chances would seriously underestimate put list together another person could tell quite story life lead br br the puzzle archeology tell story discovery traces leave behind literally hundreds thousands artifacts recovered pioneering community three major efforts 1903 1950 s 1994 present reconstruct europeans early 17th century managed transplant wild hostile land br br the authors writing national park service 1956 relate fascinating tale colonists resources possessions manufactures relate documentary evidence england virginia elsewhere match items found site br br think packing trip new world spend rest life shops regular supply deliveries build home food strictly grown caught own local folks indians may and were times hostile presence depend dozen people help things know do depend you prepare take br br this story br br for easy to understand history jamestown look site a href http www tobacco org history jamestown html http www tobacco org history jamestown html a br br to help visualize jamestown especially area original three sided fort highly recommend site a href http www apva org finding index html http www apva org finding index html a summary mark f smith p |
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1071 |
1305 |
Bible (ASV) NT 23: 1 John |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The First Epistle of John is a book of the Bible New Testament, the fourth of the catholic or "general" epistles. It was written in Ephesus about 90-110 AD, apparently by the same author or authors who wrote the Gospel of John and the other two epistles of John. Not actually a letter, it is a sermon written to counter the heresy that Jesus did not come "in the flesh" but only as a spirit. It also defines how Christians are to discern true teachers: by their ethics, their proclamation of Jesus in the flesh, and by their love. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-epistle-of-john/ |
p the first epistle john book bible new testament fourth catholic general epistles written ephesus 90 110 ad apparently author authors wrote gospel john two epistles john actually letter sermon written counter heresy jesus come in flesh spirit also defines christians discern true teachers ethics proclamation jesus flesh love summary wikipedia p |
| 1090 |
1072 |
1306 |
Bible (ASV) NT 24: 2 John |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Second Epistle of John (normally just called 2nd John or 2 John) is a book of the Bible New Testament. It is the 63rd book of the Bible, and the shortest, weighing in at a mere 13 verses. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-epistle-of-john/ |
p the second epistle john normally called 2nd john 2 john book bible new testament 63rd book bible shortest weighing mere 13 verses summary wikipedia p |
| 1091 |
1073 |
1307 |
Bible (ASV) NT 25: 3 John |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The New Testament Third Epistle of John (often referred to as 3 John) is the 64th book of the Bible. Written in the form of an epistle, it is the second-shortest book of the Christian Bible by number of verses, and the shortest in regard to number of words (according to the KJV). (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-third-epistle-of-john/ |
p the new testament third epistle john often referred 3 john 64th book bible written form epistle second shortest book christian bible number verses shortest regard number words according kjv wikipedia p |
| 1092 |
1074 |
1308 |
Bible (ASV) NT 18: Epistle to Philemon |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Paul, who is apparently in prison (probably in either Rome or Ephesus), writes to a fellow-Christian Philemon and two of his associates. Paul writes on behalf of Philemon's slave, Onesimus. Beyond that, it is not self-evident as to what has transpired. Onesimus is described as having been 'separated' from Philemon, once having been 'useless' to him (a pun on Onesimus' name, which means 'useful'), and having done him wrong. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-philemon/ |
p paul apparently prison probably either rome ephesus writes fellow christian philemon two associates paul writes behalf philemon s slave onesimus beyond that self evident transpired onesimus described separated philemon useless a pun onesimus name means useful done wrong wikipedia p |
| 1093 |
1075 |
1309 |
Bible (ASV) NT 26: Epistle of Jude |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The epistle is titled as written by "Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and a brother of James" NIV. If taken literally this means that the author is a brother of Jesus, an attribution which is now increasingly considered as the most probable. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-jude/ |
p the epistle titled written jude servant jesus christ brother james niv taken literally means author brother jesus attribution increasingly considered probable wikipedia p |
| 1094 |
1076 |
1310 |
Unto this Last: Four Essays on the First Principles of Political Economy |
John Ruskin |
Political Science |
John Ruskin (1819 – 1900) is best known for his work as an art critic and social critic, but is remembered as an author, poet and artist as well. Unto This Last is an important work of political economic though that influenced Gandhi, among others. (Hugh McGuire/Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/unto-this-last-four-essays-on-the-first-principles-of-political-economy-by-john-ruskin/ |
john ruskin 1819 1900 best known work art critic social critic remembered author poet artist well unto last important work political economic though influenced gandhi among others hugh mcguire wikipedia p |
| 1095 |
1077 |
1311 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 016 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 016: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-016-2/ |
librivox s short story collection 016 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1096 |
1084 |
1319 |
Book of Household Management |
Mrs. Isabella Beeton |
Animals, Cooking |
<p>"Mrs. Beeton's" is a guide to all aspects of running a household in Victorian Britain. Published in 1861, it was an immediate bestseller, running to millions of copies within just a few years. In the cookery sections, Mrs. Beeton follows the animal "from his birth to his appearance on the table.” Learn how to care for poultry during moulting season, how to wean calves, how to cure hams, salt cod, carve mutton, and much more. (Summary by Wikipedia and Sarah Jennings)</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-household-management-by-isabella-beeton/ |
p mrs beeton s guide aspects running household victorian britain published 1861 immediate bestseller running millions copies within years cookery sections mrs beeton follows animal from birth appearance table learn care poultry moulting season wean calves cure hams salt cod carve mutton much more summary wikipedia sarah jennings p |
| 1097 |
1078 |
1312 |
Brewster's Millions |
George Barr McCutcheon |
Humorous Fiction |
The story revolves around Montgomery Brewster, a poor man who inherits a large sum of money. However, there is a catch — he has to spend every penny within 30 days, and end up with nothing at that time. Should he make the deadline, he stands to gain an even larger sum; should he fail, he remains penniless.</p>\n\nBrewster finds that spending so much money is more difficult than he first thinks, especially when the lawyers are trying to make him fail so that they can claim the money. What makes it worse is that he starts to be a little too successful with some ventures, actually making money from them.\nCan Brewster empty his pockets in time for the deadline, or will he end the book as he started it, with nothing?</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/brewsters-millions-by-george-barr-mccutcheon/ |
story revolves around montgomery brewster poor man inherits large sum money however catch spend every penny within 30 days end nothing time make deadline stands gain even larger sum fail remains penniless p brewster finds spending much money difficult first thinks especially lawyers trying make fail claim money makes worse starts little successful ventures actually making money them brewster empty pockets time deadline end book started it nothing p |
| 1098 |
1079 |
1314 |
Drama of Exile |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<p>In writing her 'Drama of Exile', Barrett's subject was 'the new and strange experience of the fallen humanity, as it went forth from Paradise into the wilderness'. The bizarre, lyrical scenes that follow powerfully describe the grief and guilt of Eve, the sorrowful pride of Lucifer, and the redeeming power of love. (summary by Patrick Beverley, quotation from the preface)</p><p><b>Cast of Characters:</b></p>\n<p>Lucifer – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1611">Patrick Beverley</a><br />\nGabriel – <a href="http://www.jaysplays.net//">Jay Saunders</a><br />\nAdam – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2289">David Kleparek</a><br />\nChrist – <a href="http://www.davidmuncaster.com/">David Muncaster</a><br />\nEve – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/77">JemmaBlythe</a><br />\nNarrator, Revel Voices, Aged Voices – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br />\nChorus of Eden Spirits, Earth Spirits – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br />\nSpirits of Trees – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1700">Andrea Lee</a><br />\nRiver Spirits, Second Spirit – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />\nBird Spirits – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1134">vanrose</a><br />\nFlower Spirits – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2032">Chrystal Layton</a><br />\nAngel Chorus, First Semichorus, Second Semichorus, Morning Star, Youthful Voices – <a href="http://neeruscribbles.blogspot.com/">Neeru Iyer</a><br />\nFirst Spirit, Love Voices – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3243">Rissa Byrne</a><br />\nInfant Voices – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1803">Mia Saunders</a><br />\nPoet Voices – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110">Aaron Elliott</a><br />\nPhilosophic Voices – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2986">Simon Larois</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">Barry Eads</a></p>\n |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/a-drama-of-exile-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
p in writing drama exile barrett s subject the new strange experience fallen humanity went forth paradise wilderness bizarre lyrical scenes follow powerfully describe grief guilt eve sorrowful pride lucifer redeeming power love summary patrick beverley quotation preface p p b cast characters b p p lucifer a href http librivox org reader 1611 patrick beverley a br gabriel a href http www jaysplays net jay saunders a br adam a href http librivox org reader 2289 david kleparek a br christ a href http www davidmuncaster com david muncaster a br eve a href http librivox org reader 77 jemmablythe a br narrator revel voices aged voices a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br chorus eden spirits earth spirits a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br spirits trees a href http librivox org reader 1700 andrea lee a br river spirits second spirit a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br bird spirits a href http librivox org reader 1134 vanrose a br flower spirits a href http librivox org reader 2032 chrystal layton a br angel chorus first semichorus second semichorus morning star youthful voices a href http neeruscribbles blogspot com neeru iyer a br first spirit love voices a href http librivox org reader 3243 rissa byrne a br infant voices a href http librivox org reader 1803 mia saunders a br poet voices a href http librivox org reader 2110 aaron elliott a br philosophic voices a href http librivox org reader 2986 simon larois a p p audio edited a href http librivox org reader 2911 barry eads a p |
| 1099 |
1080 |
1315 |
בחורף In Winter |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
Single Author Collections |
<p>Yosef Haim Brenner (1881-1921) was a Ukrainian-born Hebrew-language author, one of the pioneers of modern Hebrew literature. Born to a poor family, Brenner grew up in grinding poverty. Brenner immigrated to Palestine (then part of the Ottoman Empire) in 1909. He worked as a farmer, eager to put his Zionist ideology into practice. Later he devoted himself to literature and teaching at the Gymnasia Herzliya in Tel Aviv. He was murdered in southern Tel Aviv in May 1921 in the course of the anti-Jewish Arab riots known as the “massacres of 1921″. Brenner published his second book, "In winter", in 1904. It is a collection of 4 stories about hardships of simple poor Jews living in small towns in Eastern Europe, at the time of anti-Jewish massacres in Russia at the turn of the 20s century. (summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/in-winter-by-yosef-hayim-brenner/ |
p yosef haim brenner 1881 1921 ukrainian born hebrew language author one pioneers modern hebrew literature born poor family brenner grew grinding poverty brenner immigrated palestine then part ottoman empire 1909 worked farmer eager put zionist ideology practice later devoted literature teaching gymnasia herzliya tel aviv murdered southern tel aviv may 1921 course anti jewish arab riots known massacres 1921 brenner published second book in winter 1904 collection 4 stories hardships simple poor jews living small towns eastern europe time anti jewish massacres russia turn 20s century summary wikipedia omri lernau p |
| 1100 |
1081 |
1316 |
Mind and the Brain |
Alfred Binet |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
<p>The authorized translation of L’âme et le corps, F. Legge, editor<br><br>“This book is a prolonged effort to establish a distinction between what is called mind and what is called matter. Nothing is more simple than to realise this distinction when you do not go deeply into it; nothing is more difficult when you analyse it a little. At first sight, it seems impossible to confuse things so far apart as a thought and a block of stone; but on reflection this great contrast vanishes, and other differences have to be sought which are less apparent and of which one has not hitherto dreamed.” (from The Mind and the Brain)</p>\n |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-mind-and-the-brain-by-alfred-binet/ |
p the authorized translation l âme et le corps f legge editor br br this book prolonged effort establish distinction called mind called matter nothing simple realise distinction go deeply it nothing difficult analyse little first sight seems impossible confuse things far apart thought block stone reflection great contrast vanishes differences sought less apparent one hitherto dreamed from mind brain p |
| 1101 |
1082 |
1317 |
Problems of Philosophy |
Bertrand Russell |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Problems of Philosophy is one of Bertrand Russell's attempts to create a brief and accessible guide to the problems of philosophy. Focusing on problems he believes will provoke positive and constructive discussion, Russell concentrates on knowledge rather than metaphysics.<br></br>Russell guides the reader through his famous distinction between "knowledge by acquaintance and knowledge by description" and introduces important theories of Plato, Aristotle, René Descartes, David Hume, John Locke, Immanuel Kant, Georg Hegel and others to lay the foundation for philosophical inquiry by general readers and scholars alike. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-problems-of-philosophy-by-bertrand-russell/ |
problems philosophy one bertrand russell s attempts create brief accessible guide problems philosophy focusing problems believes provoke positive constructive discussion russell concentrates knowledge rather metaphysics br br russell guides reader famous distinction knowledge acquaintance knowledge description introduces important theories plato aristotle rené descartes david hume john locke immanuel kant georg hegel others lay foundation philosophical inquiry general readers scholars alike summary wikipedia p |
| 1102 |
1083 |
1318 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of ten short essays or other short nonfiction works in the public domain read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-nonfiction-collection-vol-001/ |
p a collection ten short essays short nonfiction works public domain read librivox volunteers p |
| 1103 |
1092 |
1328 |
To Lesbia |
Gaius Valerius Catullus |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 different recordings of <em>To Lesbia</em> by Caius Valerius Catullus (translation by Richard Burton.) This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 5th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/to-lesbia-by-caius-valerius-catullus/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 different recordings em to lesbia em caius valerius catullus translation richard burton weekly poetry project week august 5th 2007 br br |
| 1104 |
1085 |
1320 |
Drums of Jeopardy |
Harold MacGrath |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Drums of Jeopardy is a 1920 American novel by Harold MacGrath. The story was serialized by the The Saturday Evening Post beginning in January of 1920.</p>\nIn 1922 the book was made into a Broadway play and the following year a motion picture. A second film version appeared in 1931.\nIt is said that a young Boris Karloff, who previously had a few uncredited film roles, chose his stage name for his first screen credit in 1920 from a Russian mad scientist character named "Boris Karlov" in this novel. The name "Boris Karlov" was used from MacGrath's book for the 1922 Broadway play, but by 1923 with actor Boris Karloff using the similar sounding variation, the film version renamed the character, played by Wallace Beery, "Gregor Karlov." In the 1931 film version, however, with Warner Oland playing the character, the mad scientist's name is restored to "Boris Karlov," less than a year before Frankenstein would make Boris Karloff a household word for generations. Ironically, Boris Karloff would play many mad scientists on screen, but never "Boris Karlov." (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-drums-of-jeopardy-by-harold-macgrath/ |
drums jeopardy 1920 american novel harold macgrath story serialized saturday evening post beginning january 1920 p 1922 book made broadway play following year motion picture second film version appeared 1931 said young boris karloff previously uncredited film roles chose stage name first screen credit 1920 russian mad scientist character named boris karlov novel name boris karlov used macgrath s book 1922 broadway play 1923 actor boris karloff using similar sounding variation film version renamed character played wallace beery gregor karlov 1931 film version however warner oland playing character mad scientist s name restored boris karlov less year frankenstein would make boris karloff household word generations ironically boris karloff would play many mad scientists screen never boris karlov wikipedia p |
| 1105 |
1086 |
1321 |
Burgess Bird Book for Children |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Science |
<p>The Burgess Bird Book for Children is a zoology book written in the form of a story featuring Peter Rabbit. Peter learns from his friend Jenny Wren all about the birds of North America, and we meet many of them in the Old Orchard, the Green Meadow, and the Green Forest. (summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-burgess-bird-book-for-children-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p the burgess bird book children zoology book written form story featuring peter rabbit peter learns friend jenny wren birds north america meet many old orchard green meadow green forest summary laurie anne walden p |
| 1106 |
1087 |
1322 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 02 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.<br /> (Summary by Paolo Fedi)</p> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-02-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life br summary paolo fedi p |
| 1107 |
1088 |
1323 |
Mike: A Public School Story |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This novel introduces the characters Mike Jackson and Psmith, who are featured in several of Wodehouse’s later works. It shows how the two characters first met each other as teenagers at boarding school. As Psmith doesn’t appear until about halfway through this book, it was later released as two separate books, <i>Mike at Wrykyn</i> and <i>Mike and Psmith</i>. There’s lots of cricket, but you don’t need to understand the game to enjoy the antics of these public school boys as they "rag" each other and the authorities.<br /><br />-Summary by Debra Lynn</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/mike-a-public-school-story-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p this novel introduces characters mike jackson psmith featured several wodehouse s later works shows two characters first met teenagers boarding school psmith doesn t appear halfway book later released two separate books i mike wrykyn i i mike psmith i there s lots cricket don t need understand game enjoy antics public school boys rag authorities br br summary debra lynn p |
| 1108 |
1089 |
1325 |
Tales of Chekhov Vol. 01 |
Anton Chekhov |
Short Stories |
This is the first of thirteen volumes of Anton Chekhov's short stories, translated by Constance Garnett.<br /><br />Anton Chekhov was a Russian doctor who turned to fiction as a hobby, and quickly blossomed into one of the masters of the short story genre. Though he is arguably best known for his dramatic works, such as <i>The Cherry Orchard</i>, his stories are widely considered to be some of the most perfect examples of short fiction ever written.<br /><br />Constance Black Garnett was an English housewife who taught herself Russian as a hobby, and subsequently introduced the English-speaking world to some of the greatest Russian authors, including Chekhov and Dostoevsky. Though she was almost entirely self-taught in her knowledge of Russian, she was a prolific translator, and her works are still lauded today for their readability and accuracy. (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-chekhov-volume-1-by-anton-chekhov/ |
first thirteen volumes anton chekhov s short stories translated constance garnett br br anton chekhov russian doctor turned fiction hobby quickly blossomed one masters short story genre though arguably best known dramatic works i the cherry orchard i stories widely considered perfect examples short fiction ever written br br constance black garnett english housewife taught russian hobby subsequently introduced english speaking world greatest russian authors including chekhov dostoevsky though almost entirely self taught knowledge russian prolific translator works still lauded today readability accuracy summary kirsten ferreri p |
| 1109 |
1090 |
1326 |
Famous Modern Ghost Stories |
Dorothy Scarborough |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>An entertaining selection of "modern" ghost stories selected "to include specimens of a few of the distinctive types of modern ghosts, as well as to show the art of individual stories."<br></br>\nSure to please the love of the supernatural in all of us! (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p>\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/famous-modern-ghost-stories-by-dorothy-scarborough/ |
p an entertaining selection modern ghost stories selected to include specimens distinctive types modern ghosts well show art individual stories br br sure please love supernatural us summary j m smallheer p |
| 1110 |
1091 |
1327 |
Selected Stories of Bret Harte |
Bret Harte |
Short Stories, Westerns |
<p>Bret Harte (August 25, 1836 – May 6, 1902) was an American author and poet, best remembered for his accounts of pioneering life in California. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-stories-by-bret-harte/ |
p bret harte august 25 1836 may 6 1902 american author poet best remembered accounts pioneering life california summary wikipedia p |
| 1111 |
1093 |
1329 |
Talisman |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>The Talisman is a gripping tale set near the end of the Third Crusade. King Richard the Lionheart is grievously ill, and all around him the leaders from allied countries plot and scheme to gain personal power, putting the future of the crusade in jeopardy. Sir Kenneth of Scotland finds himself caught up in events, and finds both his honour and his life are now on the line. Can a cure be found for the King? Can Kenneth redeem his honour? – Written by Rowen. </p> |
English |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/the-talisman-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p the talisman gripping tale set near end third crusade king richard lionheart grievously ill around leaders allied countries plot scheme gain personal power putting future crusade jeopardy sir kenneth scotland finds caught events finds honour life line cure found king kenneth redeem honour written rowen p |
| 1112 |
1094 |
1330 |
Way We Live Now |
Anthony Trollope |
Literary Fiction |
<p>The Way We Live Now is a scathing satirical novel published in London in 1875 by Anthony Trollope, after a popular serialization. It was regarded by many of Trollope's contemporaries as his finest work.<br></br>One of his longest novels (it contains a hundred chapters), The Way We Live Now is particularly rich in sub-plot. It was inspired by the financial scandals of the early 1870s, and lashes at the pervading dishonesty of the age, commercial, political, moral, and intellectual. It is one of the last memorable Victorian novels to have been published in monthly parts. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-we-live-now-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p the way live scathing satirical novel published london 1875 anthony trollope popular serialization regarded many trollope s contemporaries finest work br br one longest novels it contains hundred chapters way live particularly rich sub plot inspired financial scandals early 1870s lashes pervading dishonesty age commercial political moral intellectual one last memorable victorian novels published monthly parts summary wikipedia p |
| 1113 |
1095 |
1331 |
Psmith, Journalist |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Psmith takes over editing a paper while the usual editor is away on vacation. He takes on a local slum lord, and divers alarums ensue. (description by Psuke Bariah)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/psmith-journalist-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p psmith takes editing paper usual editor away vacation takes local slum lord divers alarums ensue description psuke bariah p |
| 1114 |
1096 |
1332 |
Kim |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Kim is a fabulous adventure story set in India during the former British Empire. It tells the story of a street-wise but (in typical Kipling fashion) highly moral Anglo-Indian boy who becomes enmeshed the “the Great Game” -– the competition between Britain and Russia for control over Asia. Taking time off from his role as the traveling companion of an aged Tibetan lama, the boy is trained as a spy, matches wits with various evildoers, and wins out in the end. So much more than just a spy story, Kim is one of the most enjoyable books that you will ever read -- or have read to you. <br><br>Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was born in Bombay, India. He was the author of many short stories and novels including The Jungle Book. (summary by Adrian Praetzellis) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/kim-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p kim fabulous adventure story set india former british empire tells story street wise in typical kipling fashion highly moral anglo indian boy becomes enmeshed the great game competition britain russia control asia taking time role traveling companion aged tibetan lama boy trained spy matches wits various evildoers wins end much spy story kim one enjoyable books ever read read you br br rudyard kipling 1865 1936 born bombay india author many short stories novels including jungle book summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1115 |
1097 |
1333 |
Bunyip Land |
George Manville Fenn |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Joe Carstairs is a boy on a farm in Australia. His father is a keen naturalist who, some years before had set off for New Guinea in search of specimens, and never been heard of again. Joe is old enough to mount a search expedition, and takes with him a local doctor and an aboriginal worker on his farm. They find themselves joined by a stowaway, Jimmy, whose father is a squatter (farmer) nearby, together with his dog, Gyp. \nThis team sets off, arrive in New Guinea, hire some more porters, and travel guided by some sixth sense straight to where Mr. Carstairs has been kept a prisoner, along with another Englishman, whose mind has gone, under the stress of his imprisonment. \nThere are the usual close shaves and tense moments, but finally they achieve their end, and return home triumphantly: <p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/bunyip-land-by-george-manville-fenn/ |
joe carstairs boy farm australia father keen naturalist who years set new guinea search specimens never heard again joe old enough mount search expedition takes local doctor aboriginal worker farm find joined stowaway jimmy whose father squatter farmer nearby together dog gyp team sets off arrive new guinea hire porters travel guided sixth sense straight mr carstairs kept prisoner along another englishman whose mind gone stress imprisonment usual close shaves tense moments finally achieve end return home triumphantly p |
| 1116 |
1098 |
1334 |
Englishwoman's Love-Letters |
Laurence Housman |
Family & Relationships |
<p>It need hardly be said that the woman by whom these letter were written had no thought that they would be read by anyone but the person to whom they were addressed. But a request, conveyed under circumstances which the writer herself would have regarded as all-commanding, urges that they should now be given to the world; and, so far as is possible with a due regard to the claims of privacy, what is here printed presents the letters as they were first written in their complete form and sequence. From book explanation</p>\nMusic composed and performed by Michael J. L.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/an-englishwomans-love-letters/ |
p it need hardly said woman letter written thought would read anyone person addressed request conveyed circumstances writer would regarded all commanding urges given world and far possible due regard claims privacy printed presents letters first written complete form sequence book explanation p music composed performed michael j l p |
| 1117 |
1099 |
1335 |
Canyons of the Colorado |
John Wesley Powell |
*Non-fiction, History , Nature |
<p>John Wesley Powell was a pioneer American explorer, ethnologist, and geologist in the 19th Century. In 1869 he set out to explore the Colorado and the Grand Canyon. He gathered nine men, four boats and food for ten months and set out from Green River, Wyoming, on May 24. Passing through dangerous rapids, the group passed down the Green River to its confluence with the Colorado River (then also known as the Grand River upriver from the junction), near present-day Moab, Utah.<br><br>The expedition's route traveled through the Utah canyons of the Colorado River, which Powell described in his published diary as having …wonderful features—carved walls, royal arches, glens, alcove gulches, mounds and monuments. From which of these features shall we select a name? We decide to call it Glen Canyon. (Ironically, now almost completely submerged by Lake Powell, behind the Glen Canyon Dam.)<br><br>One man (Goodman) quit after the first month and another three (Dunn and the Howland brothers) left at Separation Rapid in the third, only two days before the group reached the mouth of the Virgin River on August 30 after traversing almost 1,500 km. The three who left the group late in the trip were later killed—probably by Indians.<br><br>Powell retraced the route in 1871-1872 with another expedition, producing photographs, an accurate map, and various papers, including ethnographic reports of the area's Native Americans and a monograph on their languages. --adapted from Wikipedia </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/canyons-of-the-colorado-by-john-wesley-powell/ |
p john wesley powell pioneer american explorer ethnologist geologist 19th century 1869 set explore colorado grand canyon gathered nine men four boats food ten months set green river wyoming may 24 passing dangerous rapids group passed green river confluence colorado river then also known grand river upriver junction near present day moab utah br br the expedition s route traveled utah canyons colorado river powell described published diary wonderful features carved walls royal arches glens alcove gulches mounds monuments features shall select name decide call glen canyon ironically almost completely submerged lake powell behind glen canyon dam br br one man goodman quit first month another three dunn howland brothers left separation rapid third two days group reached mouth virgin river august 30 traversing almost 1 500 km three left group late trip later killed probably indians br br powell retraced route 1871 1872 another expedition producing photographs accurate map various papers including ethnographic reports area s native americans monograph languages adapted wikipedia p |
| 1118 |
1100 |
1336 |
Tom Swift in the Land of Wonders |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure |
Tom Swift is the young protagonist in a series of juvenile adventure novels which began in the early twentieth century and continue to the present. Tom Swift is a genius inventor whose breakthroughs in technology (especially transport technology) drive the plots of the novels, placing them in a genre sometimes called "invention fiction" or "Edisonade". This book is the 20th in the original series published from 1910 -1942, written by a ghost writer using the name of Victor Appleton. This adventure takes Tom and his cohorts to Honduras in search of a Mayan idol of gold. (K. McAsh adapted from information found on Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-in-the-land-of-wonders/ |
tom swift young protagonist series juvenile adventure novels began early twentieth century continue present tom swift genius inventor whose breakthroughs technology especially transport technology drive plots novels placing genre sometimes called invention fiction edisonade book 20th original series published 1910 1942 written ghost writer using name victor appleton adventure takes tom cohorts honduras search mayan idol gold k mcash adapted information found wikipedia p |
| 1119 |
1101 |
1337 |
Phantastes: A Faerie Romance for Men and Women |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A young man named Anodos experiences dream-like adventures in Fairy Land, where he meets tree-spirits, endures the presence of the overwhelming shadow, journeys to the palace of the fairy queen, and searches for the spirit of the earth. The story conveys a profound sadness and a poignant longing for death.</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/phantastes-by-george-macdonald/ |
young man named anodos experiences dream like adventures fairy land meets tree spirits endures presence overwhelming shadow journeys palace fairy queen searches spirit earth story conveys profound sadness poignant longing death p |
| 1120 |
1102 |
1338 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. IV |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. The books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behavior and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell. Gibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1788 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-decline-and-fall-of-the-roman-empire-vol-iv-by-edward-gibbon/ |
p the history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behavior decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikipedia p |
| 1121 |
1103 |
1341 |
Goody-Naughty Book |
Sarah Cory Rippey |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
<p><i>The Goody-Naughty Book</i> was originally published as two books back to back. Opening the book from one end, the reader experiences "The Goody Side" where the children are polite and thoughtful. However, turning the book over and beginning from the other side, one reads "The Naughty Side" where the children are lazy and irritable. These short, moral stories teach children the proper way to behave and that there are consequences if they don't.</p>\n\n<p>To read along and enjoy the illustrations, please visit the HTML version of this text at Project Gutenberg: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/22197">The Goody-Naughty Book</a>.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-goody-naughty-book-by-sarah-cory-rippey/ |
p i the goody naughty book i originally published two books back back opening book one end reader experiences the goody side children polite thoughtful however turning book beginning side one reads the naughty side children lazy irritable short moral stories teach children proper way behave consequences don t p p to read along enjoy illustrations please visit html version text project gutenberg a href http www gutenberg org etext 22197 the goody naughty book a p |
| 1122 |
1104 |
1342 |
Deephaven |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>Sarah Orne Jewett is best known for her clean and clear descriptive powers that at once elevate common-place daily events to something remarkable, and lend dignity and grace to the most humble and homely human character.<p>In Deephaven, go with her on vacation to an unforgettable sea side village where time runs slower and small pleasures are intensified. Much space is given to outdoor rambles and sights and events of daily living that draw you into another era. Jewett's loving and gentle descriptions of the people and life of Deephaven will make you sorry when the book is over, and long to be able to find that village for yourself. (Summary by Brenda Price)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/deephaven-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
p sarah orne jewett best known clean clear descriptive powers elevate common place daily events something remarkable lend dignity grace humble homely human character p in deephaven go vacation unforgettable sea side village time runs slower small pleasures intensified much space given outdoor rambles sights events daily living draw another era jewett s loving gentle descriptions people life deephaven make sorry book over long able find village yourself summary brenda price p |
| 1123 |
1105 |
1343 |
Short Poetry Collection 042 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 042: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-042/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 042 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1124 |
1106 |
1344 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 03 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life. </p><br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)<br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-03-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1125 |
1107 |
1346 |
Bible (ASV) NT 02: Mark |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Gospel of Mark is a Gospel of the New Testament. It narrates the life of Jesus from John the Baptist to the Ascension, but it concentrates particularly on the last week of his life (chapters 11-16, the trip to Jerusalem). Its swift narrative portrays Jesus as a heroic man of action, an exorcist, a healer and miracle worker. It calls him the Christ (equivalent to Messiah), the Son of Man, and a few times as the Son of God. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-according-to-mark-asv-ss/ |
p the gospel mark gospel new testament narrates life jesus john baptist ascension concentrates particularly last week life chapters 11 16 trip jerusalem swift narrative portrays jesus heroic man action exorcist healer miracle worker calls christ equivalent messiah son man times son god summary wikipedia p |
| 1126 |
1108 |
1347 |
Daisy Miller: A Study in Two Parts |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>Daisy Miller is an 1878 novella by Henry James. It portrays the confused courtship of the eponymous American girl by Winterbourne, a compatriot of hers with much more sophistication. His pursuit of her is hampered by her own flirtatiousness, which is frowned upon by the other expatriates they meet in Switzerland and Italy. Her lack of understanding of the social mores of the society she so desperately wishes to enter ultimately leads to tragedy. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/daisy-miller-by-henry-james |
p daisy miller 1878 novella henry james portrays confused courtship eponymous american girl winterbourne compatriot much sophistication pursuit hampered flirtatiousness frowned upon expatriates meet switzerland italy lack understanding social mores society desperately wishes enter ultimately leads tragedy summary wikipedia p |
| 1127 |
1109 |
1348 |
Bible (WEB) NT 20: James |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>The Book of James : Supposed to have been written by James the Brother of Jesus and First Leader of the Christian movement in Jerusalem after the death of Jesus Christ. The theme of this book is the importance of Works as the vehicle of Faith . ( Written by Robert Scott )</p> |
English |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/james-web-rs/ |
p the book james supposed written james brother jesus first leader christian movement jerusalem death jesus christ theme book importance works vehicle faith written robert scott p |
| 1128 |
1110 |
1349 |
Discourse Upon the Origin and the Foundation of the Inequality Among Mankind |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Modern |
This work presents Rousseau's belief in the profoundly transformational effects of the development of civilization on human nature, which Rousseau claims other political philosophers had failed to grasp. Specifically, before the onset of civilization, according to Rousseau, natural man lived a contented, solitary life, naturally good and happy. It is only with the onset of civilization, Rousseau claims, that humans become social beings, and, concomitant with their civilization, natural man becomes corrupted with the social vices of pride, vanity, greed and servility. (summary by ej)<p> |
English |
1754 |
https://librivox.org/a-discourse-upon-the-origin-and-the-foundation-of-the-inequality-among-mankind-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
work presents rousseau s belief profoundly transformational effects development civilization human nature rousseau claims political philosophers failed grasp specifically onset civilization according rousseau natural man lived contented solitary life naturally good happy onset civilization rousseau claims humans become social beings and concomitant civilization natural man becomes corrupted social vices pride vanity greed servility summary ej p |
| 1129 |
1111 |
1350 |
One Third Off |
Irvin S. Cobb |
Humor |
<p>Irvin Shrewsbury Cobb (June 23, 1876–March 11, 1944) was an American author, humorist, and columnist who lived in New York and wrote over 60 books and 300 short stories. Cobb has been described as "having a round shape, bushy eyebrows, full lips, and a triple chin. He always had a cigar in his mouth." This book is a hilarious account of Cobb's attempts at weight-loss. (Summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/one-third-off-by-irvin-s-cobb/ |
p irvin shrewsbury cobb june 23 1876 march 11 1944 american author humorist columnist lived new york wrote 60 books 300 short stories cobb described having round shape bushy eyebrows full lips triple chin always cigar mouth book hilarious account cobb s attempts weight loss summary wikipedia p |
| 1130 |
1112 |
1351 |
My Madonna |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 different recordings of <em>My Madonna</em> by Robert W. Service. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 12th, 2007.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/my-madonna-by-robert-w-service/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 21 different recordings em my madonna em robert w service weekly poetry project week august 12th 2007 br br |
| 1131 |
1113 |
1352 |
She |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>At 5 years old Leo Vincey is left in the care of a Cambridge professor by the name of Horace Holly. His father leaves him a strange casket which he is to open on his 25th Birthday. On opening the Casket Leo and Horace discover the strange history of Leo's ancestors. Leo and his adoptive father Horace must travel all the way to Africa in order to uncover the solve his family's strange history. - Written by Lizzie Driver </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/she-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p at 5 years old leo vincey left care cambridge professor name horace holly father leaves strange casket open 25th birthday opening casket leo horace discover strange history leo s ancestors leo adoptive father horace must travel way africa order uncover solve family s strange history written lizzie driver p |
| 1132 |
1114 |
1353 |
Three Great Virtues - Three Essays by Emerson |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Essays |
<p>Faith Hope and Charity ...... In the Language of Emerson these translate as: Self - Reliance, Love, and Friendship. (summary by Robert Scott)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/three-great-virtues-three-essays-by-emerson-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
p faith hope charity language emerson translate as self reliance love friendship summary robert scott p |
| 1133 |
1115 |
1354 |
Historical Newspaper Articles, Volume 2 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History |
This collection of 20 public domain newspaper articles comprises volume 2 of Historic Newspaper Articles in the LibriVox collection. Both U.S. and U.K. newspapers are represented here. The articles span from 1848 to 1920. Topics covered (e.g., the Triangle Shirt Waist Factory Fire, the troubles of ‘Typhoid Mary’, how to dress for the seashore) vary in length and tone. Although the writers display a range of diverse styles, their words give today's readers a sense of the tenor of the times. (summary by Lee Ann Howlett)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/historic-newspaper-articles-volume-2/ |
collection 20 public domain newspaper articles comprises volume 2 historic newspaper articles librivox collection u s u k newspapers represented here articles span 1848 1920 topics covered e g triangle shirt waist factory fire troubles typhoid mary dress seashore vary length tone although writers display range diverse styles words give today s readers sense tenor times summary lee ann howlett p |
| 1134 |
1116 |
1355 |
Short Poetry Collection 043 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 043: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-poetry-collection-043/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 043 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1135 |
1117 |
1356 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 05 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>En mettant en scène les animaux, Jean de La Fontaine met en lumière les travers, les fourberies, l'orgueil, l'envie, les désirs, bref les qualités et les caractéristiques sociales des hommes. Chacune des 21 fables qui composent ce cinquième livre des fables de l'auteur ne manquent pas de mordre dans cette nature humaine qui nous définit. (De Jean LAMBERT)</p> |
French |
1695 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-05-jl/ |
p en mettant en scène les animaux jean de la fontaine met en lumière les travers les fourberies l orgueil l envie les désirs bref les qualités et les caractéristiques sociales des hommes chacune des 21 fables qui composent ce cinquième livre des fables de l auteur ne manquent pas de mordre dans cette nature humaine qui nous définit de jean lambert p |
| 1136 |
1118 |
1358 |
Golden Sayings of Epictetus |
Epictetus |
Ancient |
<p>Aphorisms from the Stoic Greek.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/golden-sayings-of-epictetus-by-epictetus/ |
p aphorisms stoic greek p |
| 1137 |
1119 |
1359 |
Extract from Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>"Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven" is a short-story written by American writer Mark Twain and published in 1909. The story follows Captain Stormfield on his extremely long cosmic journey to heaven, his accidental misplacement, his short-lived interest in singing and playing the harp, and the obsession of souls with the "celebrities" of heaven, like Adam and Moses, whom, according to Twain, become as distant to most people in heaven as living celebrities are on Earth. Twain uses this story to show his view that the common conception of heaven is ludicrous and points out the incongruities of such beliefs. (from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/captain-stormfields-visit-to-heaven/ |
p captain stormfield s visit heaven short story written american writer mark twain published 1909 story follows captain stormfield extremely long cosmic journey heaven accidental misplacement short lived interest singing playing harp obsession souls celebrities heaven like adam moses whom according twain become distant people heaven living celebrities earth twain uses story show view common conception heaven ludicrous points incongruities beliefs from wikipedia p |
| 1138 |
1120 |
1360 |
Politics |
Aristotle |
Political Science, Ancient |
<p>The <em>Politics</em>, by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, is one of the most influential texts in political philosophy. In it, Aristotle explores the role that the political community should play in developing the virtue of its citizens. One of his central ideas is that "Man is a political animal," meaning that people can only become virtuous by active participation in the political community. Aristotle also criticizes his teacher Plato, classifies and evaluates six different types of constitutions and political institutions, and describes his vision of the ideal state. Aristotle's views on women and slavery are unenlightened by today's standards, but his work remains enduring and relevant to this day. <br>(Summary by Leon Mire) </br></p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/politics-by-aristotle/ |
p the em politics em ancient greek philosopher aristotle one influential texts political philosophy it aristotle explores role political community play developing virtue citizens one central ideas man political animal meaning people become virtuous active participation political community aristotle also criticizes teacher plato classifies evaluates six different types constitutions political institutions describes vision ideal state aristotle s views women slavery unenlightened today s standards work remains enduring relevant day br summary leon mire br p |
| 1139 |
1121 |
1361 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 04 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life. </p><br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)<br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-04-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1140 |
1122 |
1362 |
Max Havelaar |
Multatuli |
Literary Fiction |
“Max Havelaar, of de koffij-veilingen der Nederlandsche Handel-Maatschappij” is in 1860 geschreven door Multatuli (pseudoniem van Eduard Douwes Dekker) als aanklacht tegen de behandeling van de plaatselijke bevolking in Indonesie, destijds een Nederlandse kolonie, door Nederlandse en Nederlands-Indische bestuurders. Het is een van de belangrijkste werken uit de Nederlandse literatuur. [Anna Simon]<BR><BR>\nMax Havelaar: Or the Coffee Auctions of the Dutch Trading Company (Dutch: Max Havelaar, of de koffij-veilingen der Nederlandsche Handel-Maatschappij) is a culturally and socially significant 1860 novel by Multatuli (the pen name of Eduard Douwes Dekker) which was to play a key role in shaping and modifying Dutch colonial policy in the Dutch East Indies in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. In the novel, the protagonist, Max Havelaar, tries to battle against a corrupt government system in Java, which was a Dutch colony at the time. [en.Wikipedia.org]<p> |
Dutch |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/max-havelaar-of-de-koffij-veilingen-der-nederlandsche-handel-maatschappij/ |
max havelaar de koffij veilingen der nederlandsche handel maatschappij 1860 geschreven door multatuli pseudoniem van eduard douwes dekker als aanklacht tegen de behandeling van de plaatselijke bevolking indonesie destijds een nederlandse kolonie door nederlandse en nederlands indische bestuurders het een van de belangrijkste werken uit de nederlandse literatuur anna simon br br max havelaar coffee auctions dutch trading company dutch max havelaar de koffij veilingen der nederlandsche handel maatschappij culturally socially significant 1860 novel multatuli the pen name eduard douwes dekker play key role shaping modifying dutch colonial policy dutch east indies nineteenth early twentieth century novel protagonist max havelaar tries battle corrupt government system java dutch colony time en wikipedia org p |
| 1141 |
1350 |
1610 |
Democracy in America Vol. II |
Alexis de Tocqueville |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
<p>Democracy in America was published in two volumes, the first in 1835 and the second in 1840. It is a classic work on the United States in the 1830s and its strengths and weaknesses as seen from a European point of view. It is also regarded as a pioneering work of sociology. (Summary based on Wikipedia)</p> \n\n |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/democracy-in-america-vol2-by-a-dtocqueville/ |
p democracy america published two volumes first 1835 second 1840 classic work united states 1830s strengths weaknesses seen european point view also regarded pioneering work sociology summary based wikipedia p |
| 1142 |
1123 |
1363 |
Bible (ASV) NT 19: Hebrews |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to the Hebrews (abbr. Heb for citations) is one of the books in the New Testament. Though traditionally credited to the Apostle Paul, the letter is anonymous and most modern scholars, both conservative and critical, believe its author was not Paul himself but some other member of his Pauline community. <br />The letter has carried its traditional title since Tertullian described it as Barnabae titulus ad Hebraeos in De Pudicitia chapter 20 ("Barnabas's Letter to the Hebrews".) <br />(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-to-the-hebrews-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle hebrews abbr heb citations one books new testament though traditionally credited apostle paul letter anonymous modern scholars conservative critical believe author paul member pauline community br the letter carried traditional title since tertullian described barnabae titulus ad hebraeos de pudicitia chapter 20 barnabas s letter hebrews br summary wikipedia p |
| 1143 |
1124 |
1365 |
Bible (ASV) NT 20: James |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle of James is a book in the Christian New Testament. The author identifies himself as James (James 1:1), traditionally understood as James the Just, the brother of Jesus, first of the Seventy Disciples and first Bishop of Jerusalem. With no overriding theme, the text condemns various sins and calls on Christians to be patient while awaiting the imminent Second Coming. The epistle has caused controversy: Protestant reformer Martin Luther argued that it was not the work of an apostle. Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy and Mormonism claim it contradicts Luther's doctrine of justification through faith alone (Sola fide) derived from his translation of Romans 3:28. The Christian debate over Justification is still unsettled, see also Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification and Christian view of the Law.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-general-epistle-of-james-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle james book christian new testament author identifies james james 1 1 traditionally understood james just brother jesus first seventy disciples first bishop jerusalem overriding theme text condemns various sins calls christians patient awaiting imminent second coming epistle caused controversy protestant reformer martin luther argued work apostle roman catholicism eastern orthodoxy mormonism claim contradicts luther s doctrine justification faith alone sola fide derived translation romans 3 28 christian debate justification still unsettled see also joint declaration doctrine justification christian view law p br summary wikipedia br |
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1125 |
1366 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 05 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life. </p><br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)<br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-05-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
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1126 |
1368 |
Selection from The Temple |
George Herbert |
Poetry |
George Herbert (April 3, 1593 – March 1, 1633) was a Welsh poet, orator and a priest. Throughout his life he wrote religious poems characterized by a precision of language, a metrical versatility, and an ingenious use of imagery or conceits that was favored by the metaphysical school of poets. He is best remembered as a writer of poems and hymns such as "Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life" and "The King of Love My Shepherd Is." (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/selection-from-the-temple-by-george-herbert/ |
george herbert april 3 1593 march 1 1633 welsh poet orator priest throughout life wrote religious poems characterized precision language metrical versatility ingenious use imagery conceits favored metaphysical school poets best remembered writer poems hymns come way truth life the king love shepherd is summary wikipedia p |
| 1146 |
1127 |
1369 |
To My Cat |
Rosamund Marriott Watson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>To My Cat</em> by Rosamund Marriott Wilson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 19th, 2007<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/to-my-cat-by-rosamund-marriott-wilson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em to cat em rosamund marriott wilson weekly poetry project week august 19th 2007 br br |
| 1147 |
1128 |
1370 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 06 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life. </p><br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)<br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-06-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
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1129 |
1371 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 07 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-07-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
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1130 |
1372 |
Narrative of the Life of Rev. Noah Davis, A Colored Man |
Noah Davis |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The object of the writer, in preparing this account of himself, is to</p><p>RAISE SUFFICIENT MEANS TO FREE HIS LAST TWO CHILDREN FROM SLAVERY.</p><p>Having already, within twelve years past, purchased himself, his wife, and five of his children, at a cost, altogether, of over _four thousand dollars_, he now earnestly desires a humane and christian public to</p><p>AID HIM IN THE SALE OF THIS BOOK,</p><p>for the purpose of finishing the task in which he has so long and anxiously labored.</p><p>God has blessed him in an extraordinary manner, not only by granting freedom to him and so large a portion of his family, but by giving him the hope of the gospel, and permitting him to preach that gospel among his own people--in which calling he has been engaged for about twenty-five years. (Excerpted from the book)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-the-life-of-rev-noah-davis-a-colored-man-by-noah-davis/ |
p the object writer preparing account himself to p p raise sufficient means free last two children slavery p p having already within twelve years past purchased himself wife five children cost altogether _four thousand dollars_ earnestly desires humane christian public to p p aid sale book p p for purpose finishing task long anxiously labored p p god blessed extraordinary manner granting freedom large portion family giving hope gospel permitting preach gospel among people in calling engaged twenty five years excerpted book p |
| 1150 |
1131 |
1373 |
Spell of Egypt |
Robert Smythe Hichens |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<p>The author, a British journalist and novelist, is interested in the feel of the places he visits. He describes at length a visit he has made to Egypt, with emphasis on the emotional response the places generate. (summary by Sibella)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-spell-of-egypt-by-robert-smythe-hichens/ |
p the author british journalist novelist interested feel places visits describes length visit made egypt emphasis emotional response places generate summary sibella p |
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1132 |
1374 |
Bible (ASV) NT 21: 1 Peter |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The First Epistle of Peter is a book of the New Testament. It has traditionally been held to have been written by Saint Peter the apostle during his time as bishop of Rome. The letter is addressed to various churches in Asia Minor suffering religious persecution.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-epistle-general-of-peter-asv-ss/ |
p the first epistle peter book new testament traditionally held written saint peter apostle time bishop rome letter addressed various churches asia minor suffering religious persecution p br summary wikipedia br |
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1133 |
1375 |
Bible (ASV) NT 22: 2 Peter |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Second Epistle of Peter is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. According to the epistle itself, it was written by the apostle Peter, an eyewitness to Jesus' ministry. He criticizes "false teachers" who distort the authentic, apostolic tradition, and predicts judgement for them. He explains that God has delayed the Second Coming so that more people will have the chance to reject evil and find salvation. He calls on Christians to wait patiently for the parousia and to study scripture.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia) </br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-epistle-general-of-peter-asv-ss/ |
p the second epistle peter book new testament bible according epistle itself written apostle peter eyewitness jesus ministry criticizes false teachers distort authentic apostolic tradition predicts judgement them explains god delayed second coming people chance reject evil find salvation calls christians wait patiently parousia study scripture p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1153 |
1134 |
1376 |
Short Poetry Collection 044 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 044: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-044 |
librivox s short poetry collection 044 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1154 |
1135 |
1377 |
Portrait of a Lady Vol 2 |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p><i>The Portrait of a Lady</i> is a novel by Henry James, first published as a serial in The Atlantic Monthly and Macmillan's Magazine in 1880-1881 and then as a book in 1881. It is the story of a spirited young American woman, Isabel Archer, who "affronts her destiny" and finds it overwhelming. She inherits a large amount of money and subsequently becomes the victim of Machiavellian scheming by two American expatriates. Like many of James's novels, it is set mostly in Europe, notably England and Italy.<p></p>Generally regarded as the masterpiece of his early phase of writing, this novel reflects James's absorbing interest in the differences between the New World and the Old. It also treats in a profound way the themes of personal freedom, responsibility, betrayal, and sexuality.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/portrait-of-a-lady-vol-2-by-henry-james/ |
p i the portrait lady i novel henry james first published serial atlantic monthly macmillan s magazine 1880 1881 book 1881 story spirited young american woman isabel archer affronts destiny finds overwhelming inherits large amount money subsequently becomes victim machiavellian scheming two american expatriates like many james s novels set mostly europe notably england italy p p generally regarded masterpiece early phase writing novel reflects james s absorbing interest differences new world old also treats profound way themes personal freedom responsibility betrayal sexuality summary wikipedia p |
| 1155 |
1136 |
1378 |
Don Quijote 2 |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<i>Don Quijote de la Mancha</i> (ortografía y título original —1605—, <i>El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha</i>) es una de las obras cumbre de la literatura española y la literatura universal, el libro más traducido después de la Biblia, escrito por Miguel de Cervantes.<p>La novela consta de dos partes: la primera, <i>El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha</i>, fue publicada en 1605; la segunda, <i>El ingenioso caballero don Quijote de la Mancha</i>, en 1615.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>La primera parte se imprimió en Madrid, en casa de Juan de la Cuesta, a fines de 1604. Salió a la venta en enero de 1605 con numerosas erratas, a causa de la celeridad que imponía el contrato de edición. Esta edición se reimprimió en el mismo año y en el mismo taller, de forma que hay en realidad dos ediciones de 1605 ligeramente distintas. Se sospecha, sin embargo, que existió una novela más corta, que sería una de sus futuras Novelas ejemplares. (Resumen de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1605 |
https://librivox.org/don-quijote-volume-2-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
i don quijote de la mancha i ortografía título original 1605 i el ingenioso hidalgo quixote de la mancha i es una de las obras cumbre de la literatura española la literatura universal el libro más traducido después de la biblia escrito por miguel de cervantes p la novela consta de dos partes la primera i el ingenioso hidalgo quijote de la mancha i fue publicada en 1605 la segunda i el ingenioso caballero quijote de la mancha i en 1615 p p la primera parte se imprimió en madrid en casa de juan de la cuesta fines de 1604 salió la venta en enero de 1605 con numerosas erratas causa de la celeridad que imponía el contrato de edición esta edición se reimprimió en el mismo año en el mismo taller de forma que hay en realidad dos ediciones de 1605 ligeramente distintas se sospecha sin embargo que existió una novela más corta que sería una de sus futuras novelas ejemplares resumen de wikipedia p |
| 1156 |
1137 |
1379 |
Last Of The Mohicans - A Narrative of 1757 |
James Fenimore Cooper |
War & Military Fiction |
<p>The Last of the Mohicans is an epic novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in January 1826.</p> It was one of the most popular English-language novels of its time, and helped establish Cooper as one of the first world-famous American writers.The story takes place in 1757 during the French and Indian War, when France and Great Britain battled for control of the American and Canadian colonies. During this war, the French often allied themselves with Native American tribes in order to gain an advantage over the British, with unpredictable and often tragic results. </p><p>(Wikipedia Excerpt)</p> |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-of-the-mohicans-a-narrative-of-1757/ |
p the last mohicans epic novel james fenimore cooper first published january 1826 p one popular english language novels time helped establish cooper one first world famous american writers the story takes place 1757 french indian war france great britain battled control american canadian colonies war french often allied native american tribes order gain advantage british unpredictable often tragic results p p wikipedia excerpt p |
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1138 |
1380 |
Bible (ASV) NT 10: Ephesians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Described by William Barclay as the "Queen of the Epistles," the Epistle to the Ephesians is one of the books of the Bible in the New Testament. Paul is traditionally said to have written the letter while he was in prison in Rome (around 63 A.D.). This would be about the same time as the Epistle to the Colossians (which in many points it resembles) and the Epistle to Philemon.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-ephesians-asv-ss/ |
p described william barclay queen epistles epistle ephesians one books bible new testament paul traditionally said written letter prison rome around 63 a d would time epistle colossians which many points resembles epistle philemon p br summary wikipedia br |
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1139 |
1381 |
Bible (ASV) NT 11: Philippians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to Philippians (or just Philippians) is a book included in the New Testament of the Bible. It is a letter from St. Paul to the church of Philippi.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-philippians-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle philippians or philippians book included new testament bible letter st paul church philippi p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1159 |
1140 |
1382 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 002 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of ten short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, religion, science and humor. Included in this collection are the "Oath of Hippocrates" and "The Funeral Oration of Pericles" along with Patrick Henry's "The Call to Arms," and Jack London's eyewitness account of the aftermath of the San Francisco earthquake in 1906. On the lighter side, we have Jerome K. Jerome's "Should Women Be Beautiful," a short address by Mark Twain to The Author's Club in NYC, and the anonymous "Miseries," a lighthearted lament on subjects such as the difficulties of eating a peach gracefully in public and finding a suitable length of twine when you need one. In this collection you will also find "A Free Man's Worship" by Bertram Russell, "Obstacle-Cause" from "Sophisms of the Protectionists" by Frédéric Bastiat, and an essay by T. H. Huxley on the science of palaeontology. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-nonfiction-collection-vol-002/ |
p a collection ten short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics religion science humor included collection oath hippocrates the funeral oration pericles along patrick henry s the call arms jack london s eyewitness account aftermath san francisco earthquake 1906 lighter side jerome k jerome s should women beautiful short address mark twain author s club nyc anonymous miseries lighthearted lament subjects difficulties eating peach gracefully public finding suitable length twine need one collection also find a free man s worship bertram russell obstacle cause sophisms protectionists frédéric bastiat essay t h huxley science palaeontology summary j m smallheer p |
| 1160 |
1141 |
1383 |
Bible (ASV) NT 12: Colossians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to the Colossians is a book of the Bible New Testament. The book is a letter from Paul to the church in Colossae.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-colossians-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle colossians book bible new testament book letter paul church colossae p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1161 |
1142 |
1384 |
Cruise of the Snark |
Jack London |
Memoirs |
<p>\nThe Cruise of the Snark (1913) is a memoir of Jack and Charmian London's 1907-1909 voyage across the Pacific. His descriptions of "surf-riding", which he dubbed a "royal sport", helped introduce it to and popularize it with the mainland. London writes:\n\nThrough the white crest of a breaker suddenly appears a dark figure, erect, a man-fish or a sea-god, on the very forward face of the crest where the top falls over and down, driving in toward shore, buried to his loins in smoking spray, caught up by the sea and flung landward, bodily, a quarter of a mile. It is a Kanaka on a surf-board. And I know that when I have finished these lines I shall be out in that riot of colour and pounding surf, trying to bit those breakers even as he, and failing as he never failed, but living life as the best of us may live it.\n\nExcerpted from Wikipedia. </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-cruise-of-the-snark-by-jack-london/ |
p cruise snark 1913 memoir jack charmian london s 1907 1909 voyage across pacific descriptions surf riding dubbed royal sport helped introduce popularize mainland london writes white crest breaker suddenly appears dark figure erect man fish sea god forward face crest top falls down driving toward shore buried loins smoking spray caught sea flung landward bodily quarter mile kanaka surf board know finished lines shall riot colour pounding surf trying bit breakers even he failing never failed living life best us may live it excerpted wikipedia p |
| 1162 |
1143 |
1385 |
Second April |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Poetry, Single author |
<br />A collection of poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay.<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/second-april-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
br a collection poems edna st vincent millay br br |
| 1163 |
1144 |
1386 |
His Last Bow: Some Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>In this collection of Sherlock Holmes stories, the great detective continues doing what he does best: averting political scandals, tracking down murderers, dragging Dr. Watson into unpleasant situations. As always, it's adventurous fun for the rest of us. This book was published in 1917, after The Return of Sherlock Holmes. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/his-last-bow-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p in collection sherlock holmes stories great detective continues best averting political scandals tracking murderers dragging dr watson unpleasant situations always adventurous fun rest us book published 1917 return sherlock holmes summary laurie anne walden p |
| 1164 |
1151 |
1394 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 10 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-10-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1165 |
1145 |
1387 |
Young Adventure, A Book of Poems |
Stephen Vincent Benét |
Poetry |
<p>Stephen Vincent Benét (July 22, 1898 – March 13, 1943) was an American author, poet, short story writer and novelist. He is best known for his book-length narrative poem of the American Civil War, John Brown's Body (1928), for which he won a Pulitzer Prize in 1929, and for two short stories, "The Devil and Daniel Webster" and "By the Waters of Babylon".<br></br>It was a line of Benet's poetry that gave the title to Dee Brown's famous history of the destruction of Native American tribes by the United States: Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee. (Summary excerpted from Wikipedia)<br></br>This recording includes the Dedication, Foreword and first 16 poems from Young Adventure, A Book of Poems.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/young-adventure-by-stephen-vincent-benet/ |
p stephen vincent benét july 22 1898 march 13 1943 american author poet short story writer novelist best known book length narrative poem american civil war john brown s body 1928 pulitzer prize 1929 two short stories the devil daniel webster by waters babylon br br it line benet s poetry gave title dee brown s famous history destruction native american tribes united states bury heart wounded knee summary excerpted wikipedia br br this recording includes dedication foreword first 16 poems young adventure book poems p |
| 1166 |
1146 |
1388 |
Star Born |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>Andre Norton's "Star Born" pictures a human colony in another galaxy, driven away from Earth generations ago by a repressive government. Considered outlaws, the colonists are in permanent hiding.<br><br>They have developed friendship and cooperation with a local race of "mermen" who are equally at home on land or sea. But that race only took to the sea to escape a malevolent power that hunted them and killed them violently for sport - Those Others.<br><br>With a global decline in the population and reach of Those Others, contacts are few and the humans have no direct knowlege of them. So it is a major surprise when Dalgard, a human scout on his coming-of-age expedition, along with his "knife-brother" Sssuri of the mermen, run into a party of Those Others who are bent on reclaiming hideous weaponries left behind in one of their abandoned cities... and find that they are being aided by new arrivals from Earth! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/star-born-by-andre-norton/ |
p andre norton s star born pictures human colony another galaxy driven away earth generations ago repressive government considered outlaws colonists permanent hiding br br they developed friendship cooperation local race mermen equally home land sea race took sea escape malevolent power hunted killed violently sport others br br with global decline population reach others contacts humans direct knowlege them major surprise dalgard human scout coming of age expedition along knife brother sssuri mermen run party others bent reclaiming hideous weaponries left behind one abandoned cities find aided new arrivals earth summary mark f smith p |
| 1167 |
1147 |
1390 |
Dead Souls |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Dead Souls (Russian: Мёртвые души) by Nikolai Gogol, Russian writer, was first published in 1842, and is one of the most prominent works of 19th-century Russian literature. Gogol himself saw it as an "epic poem in prose", and within the book as a "novel in verse". Despite supposedly completing the trilogy's second part, Gogol destroyed it shortly before his death. Although the novel ends in mid-sentence (like Sterne's Sentimental Journey), it is usually regarded as complete in the extant form.<br><br>In Russia before the emancipation of the serfs in 1861, landowners were entitled to own serfs to farm their land. Serfs were for most purposes considered the property of the landowner, and could be bought, sold, or mortgaged against, as any other chattel. To count serfs (and people in general), the measure word "soul" was used: e.g., "six souls of serfs". The plot of the novel relies on "dead souls" (i.e., "dead serfs") which are still accounted for in property registers. On another level, the title refers to the "dead souls" of Gogol's characters, all of which visualise different aspects of poshlost (an untranslatable Russian word which is perhaps best rendered as "self-satisfied inferiority", moral and spiritual, with overtones of middle-class pretentiousness, fake significance, and philistinism). (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/dead-souls-by-gogol-trans-hogarth/ |
p dead souls russian мёртвые души nikolai gogol russian writer first published 1842 one prominent works 19th century russian literature gogol saw epic poem prose within book novel verse despite supposedly completing trilogy s second part gogol destroyed shortly death although novel ends mid sentence like sterne s sentimental journey usually regarded complete extant form br br in russia emancipation serfs 1861 landowners entitled serfs farm land serfs purposes considered property landowner could bought sold mortgaged against chattel count serfs and people general measure word soul used e g six souls serfs plot novel relies dead souls i e dead serfs still accounted property registers another level title refers dead souls gogol s characters visualise different aspects poshlost an untranslatable russian word perhaps best rendered self satisfied inferiority moral spiritual overtones middle class pretentiousness fake significance philistinism summary wikipedia p |
| 1168 |
1148 |
1391 |
Sonnet 028 |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>Sonnet 28</em> by William Shakespeare. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 26th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-28-by-william-shakespeare/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em sonnet 28 em william shakespeare weekly poetry project week august 26th 2007 br br |
| 1169 |
1149 |
1392 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 1 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-one/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
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1150 |
1393 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 08 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-08-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1171 |
2410 |
2754 |
Nocturnall Upon St. Lucies Day |
John Donne |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 recordings of <em>A Nocturnall Upon St. Lucies Day</em> by John Donne. This was the fortnightly poetry project for winter solstice 2008.</p> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/a-nocturnall-upon-st-lucies-day-by-john-donne/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 6 recordings em a nocturnall upon st lucies day em john donne fortnightly poetry project winter solstice 2008 p |
| 1172 |
1152 |
1395 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 09 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-09-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1173 |
1153 |
1396 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 04 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Poetry |
<p>LibriVox readers present the fourth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts.\nWilliam Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-4/ |
p librivox readers present fourth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 1174 |
1154 |
1398 |
Much Ado About Nothing |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<br />Written around the middle of his career, <i>Much Ado About Nothing</i> is one of Shakespeare's great festive comedies. The men are back from the war, and everyone is ready for romance. The dashing young Claudio falls for Hero, the daughter of Leonato, governor of Messina, and his friend Don Pedro helps him secure her affection. These youthful lovers are contrasted with the more experienced (and more cynical) Benedick and Beatrice, who have to be tricked into falling in love. Don Pedro's bastard brother, Don John, provides the intrigue, and the dimwitted constable Dogberry provides the laughs. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br /><br />\nDon Pedro: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/265">Janice</a><br />\nDon John: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/84">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nClaudio: <a >Lizzie Driver</a><br />\nBenedick: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLeonato: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nAntonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1621">Caliban</a><br />\nBalthazar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br />\nBorachio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4059">Troy Bond</a><br />\nConrade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4151">James Pritchard</a><br />\nDogberry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nVerges: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1952">Lamarr Gulley</a><br />\nFriar Francis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1899">Sharontzu</a><br />\nSexton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2647">Aleithia</a><br />\nBoy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nHero: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br />\nBeatrice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nMargaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4135">Gates Maru</a><br />\nUrsula: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1401">Sibella Denton</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1860">Josh Wilson</a><br />\nFirst Watch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1994">Graham Dailey</a><br />\nSecond Watch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1621">Caliban</a><br />\nA Lord:<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2279">Gilles Lehoux</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/much-ado-about-nothing-by-william-shakespeare/ |
br written around middle career i much ado nothing i one shakespeare s great festive comedies men back war everyone ready romance dashing young claudio falls hero daughter leonato governor messina friend pedro helps secure affection youthful lovers contrasted experienced and cynical benedick beatrice tricked falling love pedro s bastard brother john provides intrigue dimwitted constable dogberry provides laughs summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br br pedro a href http dev librivox org reader 265 janice a br john a href http librivox org reader 84 christie nowak a br claudio a lizzie driver a br benedick a href http dev librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br leonato a href http librivox org reader 4698 stephenc a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 1621 caliban a br balthazar a href http librivox org reader 2045 david o connell a br borachio a href http librivox org reader 4059 troy bond a br conrade a href http librivox org reader 4151 james pritchard a br dogberry a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br verges a href http librivox org reader 1952 lamarr gulley a br friar francis a href http librivox org reader 1899 sharontzu a br sexton a href http librivox org reader 2647 aleithia a br boy a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br hero a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br beatrice a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br margaret a href http librivox org reader 4135 gates maru a br ursula a href http librivox org reader 1401 sibella denton a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1860 josh wilson a br first watch a href http librivox org reader 1994 graham dailey a br second watch a href http librivox org reader 1621 caliban a br lord a href http librivox org reader 2279 gilles lehoux a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
| 1175 |
1155 |
1399 |
Passionate Pilgrim |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry, Single author |
<br /><em>The Passionate Pilgrim</em> was published by William Jaggard, later the publisher of Shakespeare's First Folio. The first edition survives only in a single fragmentary copy; its date cannot be fixed with certainty since its title page is missing, though many scholars judge it likely to be from 1599, the year the second edition appeared with the attribution to Shakespeare.<br /><br />This version of <em>The Passionate Pilgrim</em>, contains 15 romantic sonnets and short poems. The works contained, while disputed as to authorship, are in this writer's most humble opinion among the best of the age. (Summary by Caliban and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/the-passionate-pilgrim-by-william-shakespeare/ |
br em the passionate pilgrim em published william jaggard later publisher shakespeare s first folio first edition survives single fragmentary copy date cannot fixed certainty since title page missing though many scholars judge likely 1599 year second edition appeared attribution shakespeare br br this version em the passionate pilgrim em contains 15 romantic sonnets short poems works contained disputed authorship writer s humble opinion among best age summary caliban wikipedia br br |
| 1176 |
1156 |
1400 |
Bible (ASV) NT 17: Titus |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Epistle to Titus is a book of the canonic New Testament, one of the three so-called "pastoral epistles" (with 1 Timothy and 2 Timothy). It is a letter from Paul to the Apostle Titus.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistle-of-paul-to-titus-asv-ss/ |
p the epistle titus book canonic new testament one three so called pastoral epistles with 1 timothy 2 timothy letter paul apostle titus p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1177 |
1157 |
1401 |
Bible (ASV) NT 15: 1 Timothy |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The First Epistle to Timothy is one of the three Pastoral Epistles, written by Saint Paul and part of the New Testament of the Bible. It consists mainly of counsels to Timothy regarding the forms of worship and organization of the Church, and the responsibilities resting on its several members, including episcopi (translated as "bishops") and diaconi ("deacons"); and secondly of exhortation to faithfulness in maintaining the truth amid surrounding errors, presented as a prophecy of erring teachers to come.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-timothy-asv-ss/ |
p the first epistle timothy one three pastoral epistles written saint paul part new testament bible consists mainly counsels timothy regarding forms worship organization church responsibilities resting several members including episcopi translated bishops diaconi deacons secondly exhortation faithfulness maintaining truth amid surrounding errors presented prophecy erring teachers come p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1178 |
1167 |
1413 |
Further Chronicles of Avonlea |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
<p><i>Further Chronicles of Avonlea</i> is a collection of short stories by L.M. Montgomery and is a sequel to <i>Chronicles of Avonlea</i>. Published in 1920, it includes a number of stories relating to the inhabitants of the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea and its region, located on Prince Edward Island.<p> (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/further-chronicles-of-avonlea-by-lm-montgomery/ |
p i further chronicles avonlea i collection short stories l m montgomery sequel i chronicles avonlea i published 1920 includes number stories relating inhabitants fictional canadian village avonlea region located prince edward island p summary wikipedia p |
| 1179 |
1158 |
1403 |
Bible (ASV) NT 16: 2 Timothy |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Second Epistle to Timothy is one of the three Pastoral Epistles, written by Paul, and is part of the canonical New Testament. It may have been written sometime in 67 A.D. during Paul's second Roman imprisonment. In his letter, the writer urges Timothy to not have a "spirit of timidity" and to "not be ashamed to testify about our Lord" (1:7-8). The writer also entreats Timothy to come to him before winter, and to bring Mark with him (cf. Philippians 2:22). He was anticipating that "the time of his departure was at hand" (4:6), and he exhorts his "son Timothy" to all diligence and steadfastness in the face of false teachings, with advice about combatting them with reference to the teachings of the past, and to patience under persecution (1:6–15), and to a faithful discharge of all the duties of his office (4:1–5), with all the solemnity of one who was about to appear before the Judge of the quick and the dead.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-timothy-asv-ss/ |
p the second epistle timothy one three pastoral epistles written paul part canonical new testament may written sometime 67 a d paul s second roman imprisonment letter writer urges timothy spirit timidity not ashamed testify lord 1 7 8 writer also entreats timothy come winter bring mark cf philippians 2 22 anticipating the time departure hand 4 6 exhorts son timothy diligence steadfastness face false teachings advice combatting reference teachings past patience persecution 1 6 15 faithful discharge duties office 4 1 5 solemnity one appear judge quick dead p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1180 |
1159 |
1404 |
Bible (ASV) NT 13: 1 Thessalonians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The First Epistle to the Thessalonians, also known as the First Letter to the Thessalonians, is a book from the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It was written by Paul.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-epistle-of-paul-to-the-thessalonians-asv-ss/ |
p the first epistle thessalonians also known first letter thessalonians book new testament christian bible written paul p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1181 |
1160 |
1405 |
Bible (ASV) NT 14: 2 Thessalonians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Second Epistle to the Thessalonians, also known as the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, is a book from the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It was written by Paul.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-epistle-of-paul-to-the-thessalonians-asv-ss/ |
p the second epistle thessalonians also known second letter thessalonians book new testament christian bible written paul p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1182 |
1161 |
1406 |
Europe Revised |
Irvin S. Cobb |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>Irwin Cobb's humorous Europe Revised is a travelogue and comedy almost in the style of Mark Twain. The dedication says it best, "To My Small Daughter<br></br>\nWho bade me shed a tear at the tomb of Napoleon, which I was very glad to do, because when I got there my feet certainly were hurting me." </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/europe-revised-by-irvin-s-cobb/ |
p irwin cobb s humorous europe revised travelogue comedy almost style mark twain dedication says best to small daughter br br bade shed tear tomb napoleon glad do got feet certainly hurting me p |
| 1183 |
1162 |
1407 |
Raggedy Ann Stories |
Johnny Gruelle |
Children's Fiction |
<p>To the millions of children and grown-ups who have loved a Rag Doll, the author dedicated these stories. Now listen as eight voices read to you Raggedy Ann's exciting adventures, as gentle and charming today, as they were when first published in 1918.</p><p>Find out what is written on her candy heart, what was the gift the fairies brought, and all about Raggedy Ann's new sisters. (summary by Cori)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/raggedy-ann-stories-by-john-b-gruelle |
p to millions children grown ups loved rag doll author dedicated stories listen eight voices read raggedy ann s exciting adventures gentle charming today first published 1918 p p find written candy heart gift fairies brought raggedy ann s new sisters summary cori p |
| 1184 |
1163 |
1408 |
Van Oude Menschen de Dingen, die Voorbij Gaan |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
<p>Zoals de titel al aangeeft gaat het boek over oude mensen (en ouder worden) en de dingen die voorbijgaan. Maar niet alles gaat voorbij met het ouder worden... Een duister geheim uit het verleden werpt zijn steeds groter wordende schaduw over een familie.</p> |
Dutch |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/van-oude-menschen/ |
p zoals de titel al aangeeft gaat het boek oude mensen en ouder worden en de dingen die voorbijgaan maar niet alles gaat voorbij met het ouder worden een duister geheim uit het verleden werpt zijn steeds groter wordende schaduw een familie p |
| 1185 |
1164 |
1410 |
Bible (ASV) NT 07: 1 Corinthians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The First Epistle to the Corinthians is a book of the Bible in the New Testament. 1 Corinthians is a letter from Paul of Tarsus and Sosthenes to the Christians of Corinth, Greece. This epistle contains some of the best-known phrases in the New Testament, including (depending on the translation) "without love, I am nothing" (13:1) and "when I was a child, I spoke as a child, I felt as a child, I thought as a child" (13:11). Paul turns the hearts of Christians from selfish factionalism to selfless service of others in love.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-corinthians-asv-ss/ |
p the first epistle corinthians book bible new testament 1 corinthians letter paul tarsus sosthenes christians corinth greece epistle contains best known phrases new testament including depending translation without love nothing 13 1 when child spoke child felt child thought child 13 11 paul turns hearts christians selfish factionalism selfless service others love p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1186 |
1165 |
1411 |
David Copperfield |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>"David Copperfield" or "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery" was first published in 1850. Like all except five of his works, it originally appeared in serial form. Many elements within the novel follow events in Dickens' own life, and it is probably the most autobiographical of all of his novels. It is also Dickens' "favorite child." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p>\n\n |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-by-charles-dickens/ |
p david copperfield the personal history adventures experience observation david copperfield younger blunderstone rookery first published 1850 like except five works originally appeared serial form many elements within novel follow events dickens life probably autobiographical novels also dickens favorite child summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 1187 |
1166 |
1412 |
New Chronicles of Rebecca |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>This book tells further stories from the period of Rebecca's sojourn in Riverboro. </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/new-chronicles-of-rebecca-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p this book tells stories period rebecca s sojourn riverboro p |
| 1188 |
3786 |
4225 |
His Books |
Robert Southey |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers offer you 8 different recordings of <i>His Books</i> by Robert Southey. This was the fortnightly poetry project for April 11th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/his-books-by-robert-southey/ |
br librivox volunteers offer 8 different recordings i his books i robert southey fortnightly poetry project april 11th 2010 br br |
| 1189 |
1168 |
1414 |
Bible (ASV) NT 08: 2 Corinthians |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Second Epistle to the Corinthians is a book in the New Testament, written by Paul the Apostle. In this book, sometimes called Paul's Stormy Weather Epistle, Paul is at his most personal in dealing with the brethren at Corinth. Paul encourages the Christians to examine themselves (2 Cor. 13:5) to test whether they are to be found in Christ as a father helps his children to mature to become the image of Christ himself.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia adapted by Sam Stinson)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-epistle-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-corinthians-asv-ss/ |
p the second epistle corinthians book new testament written paul apostle book sometimes called paul s stormy weather epistle paul personal dealing brethren corinth paul encourages christians examine 2 cor 13 5 test whether found christ father helps children mature become image christ himself p br summary wikipedia adapted sam stinson br |
| 1190 |
1169 |
1415 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 06 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Dans ce livre sixième comme dans tous les autres livres des Fables de La Fontaine, vous serez à même de constater la fine observation des éternels comportements humains transposés dans le monde animal.</p> <br>(Introduction de Jean Lambert)</br> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-06-jl/ |
p dans ce livre sixième comme dans tous les autres livres des fables de la fontaine vous serez à même de constater la fine observation des éternels comportements humains transposés dans le monde animal p br introduction de jean lambert br |
| 1191 |
1170 |
1416 |
Antarctic Mystery, or The Sphinx of the Ice Fields |
Jules Verne |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Edgar Allan Poe's telling of Arthur Pym's narrative is shown to be true as events come together that bring out clues that help Captain Len Guy trace the fate of his brother's ship the Jane; the very ship that Arthur Pym was on board at the time of his disappearance. Through the efforts of Mr. Joerling, the crew of the Halbrane is enticed to make the trip to Antarctica to search for any survivors of the Jane. Summary from Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/an-antarctic-mystery-or-the-sphinx-of-the-ice-fields/ |
p edgar allan poe s telling arthur pym s narrative shown true events come together bring clues help captain len guy trace fate brother s ship jane ship arthur pym board time disappearance efforts mr joerling crew halbrane enticed make trip antarctica search survivors jane summary wikipedia p |
| 1192 |
1171 |
1417 |
À se tordre |
Alphonse Allais |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Alphonse Allais est un journaliste, écrivain et humoriste français célèbre à la Belle Époque, connu pour sa plume acerbe et son humour absurde. <br/>(adapté de Wikipedia par Ezwa)</p>\n\n<p>Alphonse Allais was a French writer and humorist. \n<br/>He is the author of many collections of whimsical writings. <br/>(from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-se-tordre-by-alphonse-allais/ |
p alphonse allais est un journaliste écrivain et humoriste français célèbre à la belle époque connu pour sa plume acerbe et son humour absurde br adapté de wikipedia par ezwa p p alphonse allais french writer humorist br he author many collections whimsical writings br from wikipedia p |
| 1193 |
1172 |
1418 |
Garland for Girls |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>"These stories were written for my own amusement during a period of enforced seclusion. The flowers which were my solace and pleasure suggested titles for the tales and gave an interest to the work.\n\nIf my girls find a little beauty or sunshine in these common blossoms, their old friend will not have made her Garland in vain." - L.M. Alcott, September, 1887</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-garland-for-girls-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p these stories written amusement period enforced seclusion flowers solace pleasure suggested titles tales gave interest work girls find little beauty sunshine common blossoms old friend made garland vain l m alcott september 1887 p |
| 1194 |
1173 |
1419 |
Apology |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 28 different recordings of <em>The Apology</em> by Ralph Waldo Emerson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 2, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-apology-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 28 different recordings em the apology em ralph waldo emerson weekly poetry project week september 2 2007 br br |
| 1195 |
1174 |
1420 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 017 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 017: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-017/ |
librivox s short story collection 017 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1196 |
1175 |
1422 |
Sisters |
Ada Cambridge |
Published 1900 onward |
Ada Cambridge (November 21, 1844 - July 19, 1926), later known as Ada Cross, was an English born Australian writer. While she gained recognition as Australia’s first woman poet of note, her longer term reputation rests on her novels. Overall she wrote more than twenty-five works of fiction, three volumes of poetry and two autobiographical works.[1] Many of her novels were serialised in Australian newspapers, and were never published in book form.</p>\n\n The story pans over three - four decades revolving the four Pennycuick sisters. <p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/sisters-by-ada-cambridge/ |
ada cambridge november 21 1844 july 19 1926 later known ada cross english born australian writer gained recognition australia s first woman poet note longer term reputation rests novels overall wrote twenty five works fiction three volumes poetry two autobiographical works 1 many novels serialised australian newspapers never published book form p story pans three four decades revolving four pennycuick sisters p |
| 1197 |
1189 |
1439 |
Helen's Babies |
John Habberton |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>In this hilarious novel, Harry Burton, a bachelor white-goods salesman, goes to take care of his sister Helen's two little boys for ten days while she and her husband are out of town. Helen says, "The children won't give you the slightest trouble; they're the best children in the world!" but, as you can imagine, Toddie and Budge are always up to something, and all sorts of comic mischief ensues. It just so happens that there's a lovely young lady in the neighborhood whom Harry admires very much, but she always seems to be passing by when he's deep in some terrible mess of the boys' making... (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/helens-babies-by-john-habberton/ |
p in hilarious novel harry burton bachelor white goods salesman goes take care sister helen s two little boys ten days husband town helen says the children give slightest trouble they re best children world but imagine toddie budge always something sorts comic mischief ensues happens there s lovely young lady neighborhood harry admires much always seems passing he s deep terrible mess boys making summary kara p |
| 1198 |
4007 |
4462 |
Story of My Childhood |
Clara Barton |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, recalls growing up in early 19th Century Massachusetts. (Introduction by Veronica Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-my-childhood-by-clara-barton/ |
p clara barton founder american red cross recalls growing early 19th century massachusetts introduction veronica jenkins p |
| 1199 |
1176 |
1423 |
South! The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917 |
Ernest Shackleton |
Memoirs, Exploration |
Shackleton's most famous expedition was planned to be an attempt to cross Antarctica from the Weddell Sea south of the Atlantic to the Ross Sea south of the Pacific, by way of the Pole. It set out from London on 1 August 1914 and reached the Weddell Sea on January 10, 1915, where the pack ice closed in on the <i>Endurance</i>. The ship was broken by the ice on 27 October 1915. The 28 crew members managed to flee to Elephant Island, bringing three small boats with them. Shackleton and five other men managed to reach the southern coast of South Georgia in one of the small boats (in a real epic journey). Shackleton managed to rescue all of the stranded crew from Elephant Island without loss in the Chilean's navy seagoing steam tug <i>Yelcho</i>, on August 30, 1916, in the middle of the Antarctic winter. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p></p>As the last section of this project we include a short original recording by Ernest Shackleton about his 1907 "Nimrod" expedition.<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/south-by-ernest-shackleton/ |
shackleton s famous expedition planned attempt cross antarctica weddell sea south atlantic ross sea south pacific way pole set london 1 august 1914 reached weddell sea january 10 1915 pack ice closed i endurance i ship broken ice 27 october 1915 28 crew members managed flee elephant island bringing three small boats them shackleton five men managed reach southern coast south georgia one small boats in real epic journey shackleton managed rescue stranded crew elephant island without loss chilean s navy seagoing steam tug i yelcho i august 30 1916 middle antarctic winter summary wikipedia p p as last section project include short original recording ernest shackleton 1907 nimrod expedition p |
| 1200 |
1177 |
1424 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 11 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-11-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1201 |
1178 |
1425 |
Favole di Jean de La Fontaine: Libro 12 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nei 12 volumi delle "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica, rappresentando la commedia umana. Quest'opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell'epoca.</p> <p>In the 12 volumes/books of "Favole" (1669 - 1693) Jean de La Fontaine renewed Aesop's tradition, representing the human comedy. This demonstrated his love for country life and by symbolic animals he ironized about his current years society's life.</p> <br>(Summary by Paolo Fedi)</br> |
Italian |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/favole-libro-12-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-pf/ |
p nei 12 volumi delle favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine rinnovò la tradizione esopica rappresentando la commedia umana quest opera dimostrò il suo amore per la vita rurale e attraverso animali simbolici ironizzò sulla vita della società dell epoca p p in 12 volumes books favole 1669 1693 jean de la fontaine renewed aesop s tradition representing human comedy demonstrated love country life symbolic animals ironized current years society s life p br summary paolo fedi br |
| 1202 |
1179 |
1426 |
Bible (ASV) NT 04: John |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Gospel of John, (literally, According to John; Greek, Κατά Ιωαννην, Kata Iōannēn) is the fourth gospel in the canon of the New Testament, traditionally ascribed to John the Evangelist. Like the three synoptic gospels, it contains an account of some of the actions and sayings of Jesus, but differs from them in ethos and theological emphases. The purpose is expressed in the conclusion, 20:30-31: "...these [Miracles of Jesus] are written that you may (come to) believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through this belief you may have life in his name. The book hinges on the seven signs Jesus performed and ends with the Passion of the Lord. </p>\n<br>(Summary from Wikipedia adapted by Sam Stinson).</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-according-to-saint-john-asv-ss/ |
p the gospel john literally according john greek κατά ιωαννην kata iōannēn fourth gospel canon new testament traditionally ascribed john evangelist like three synoptic gospels contains account actions sayings jesus differs ethos theological emphases purpose expressed conclusion 20 30 31 these miracles jesus written may come to believe jesus messiah son god belief may life name book hinges seven signs jesus performed ends passion lord p br summary wikipedia adapted sam stinson br |
| 1203 |
1180 |
1427 |
Short Poetry Collection 045 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 045: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-045/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 045 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1204 |
1181 |
1429 |
Floor Games |
H. G. Wells |
Games |
<p>H.G. Wells had so much fun playing with his children on the floor of their playroom, he decided to write a jovial little book to inspire other parents in their pursuit of quality time with the kids. While the raw materials available from hobby stores of his day were woefully short of the variety and quality of what can be bought easily now, he and his sons created their own worlds to rule. This short work describes two games of imagination played out upon the floor of his home - an archipelago of islands, and a thoroughly integrated city, conveniently organized with two mayoral positions for his sons “G.P.W.” and “F.R.W.” While the toy people appearing in their worlds were often of martial nature, Wells decided to leave decription of military games to a later book: “Little Wars.”</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/floor-games/ |
p h g wells much fun playing children floor playroom decided write jovial little book inspire parents pursuit quality time kids raw materials available hobby stores day woefully short variety quality bought easily now sons created worlds rule short work describes two games imagination played upon floor home archipelago islands thoroughly integrated city conveniently organized two mayoral positions sons g p w f r w toy people appearing worlds often martial nature wells decided leave decription military games later book little wars p |
| 1205 |
2453 |
2798 |
Horla |
Guy de Maupassant |
Fantastic Fiction |
D'événements étranges en événements étranges, le narrateur raconte, dans son journal, comment il en vient à penser qu'une créature surnaturelle hante sa maison... <br/>(Résumé par Naf)</p> |
French |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/le-horla-by-guy-de-maupassant-1203/ |
d événements étranges en événements étranges le narrateur raconte dans son journal comment il en vient à penser qu une créature surnaturelle hante sa maison br résumé par naf p |
| 1206 |
1182 |
1430 |
First Men in the Moon |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
<p>Britain won the Moon Race! Decades before Neal Armstrong took his "giant leap for mankind" two intrepid adventurers from Lympne, England, journeyed there using not a rocket, but an antigravity coating.</p><p>Mr. Bedford, who narrates the tale, tells of how he fell in with eccentric inventor Mr. Cavor, grew to believe in his researches, helped him build a sphere for traveling in space, and then partnered with him in an expedition to the Moon.</p><p>What they found was fantastic! There was not only air and water, but the Moon was honeycombed with caverns and tunnels in which lived an advanced civilization of insect-like beings. While Bedford is frightened by them and bolts home, Cavor stays and is treated with great respect.</p><p>So why didn't Armstrong and later astronauts find the evidence of all this? Well, according to broadcasts by Cavor over the newly-discovered radio technology, he told the Selenites too much about mankind, and apparently, they removed the welcome mat! (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-men-in-the-moon-by-hg-wells/ |
p britain moon race decades neal armstrong took giant leap mankind two intrepid adventurers lympne england journeyed using rocket antigravity coating p p mr bedford narrates tale tells fell eccentric inventor mr cavor grew believe researches helped build sphere traveling space partnered expedition moon p p what found fantastic air water moon honeycombed caverns tunnels lived advanced civilization insect like beings bedford frightened bolts home cavor stays treated great respect p p so armstrong later astronauts find evidence this well according broadcasts cavor newly discovered radio technology told selenites much mankind apparently removed welcome mat summary mark p |
| 1207 |
1183 |
1431 |
Club of Queer Trades |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A collection of six wonderfully quirky detective stories, featuring the 'mystic' former judge Basil Grant. Each story reveals a practitioner of an entirely new profession, and member of the Club of Queer Trades. (Summary by David Barnes)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-club-of-queer-trades-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p a collection six wonderfully quirky detective stories featuring mystic former judge basil grant story reveals practitioner entirely new profession member club queer trades summary david barnes p |
| 1208 |
1184 |
1432 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 003 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of ten short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics science and religion. Included in this collection are Martin Luther’s “Ninety-five Theses,” Jefferson Davis’ speech before the United States Senate in 1861 “On Withdrawing from the Union,” William E. Gladstone’s address delivered in the House of Commons in 1893 on “Irish Home Rule” and Wendell Phillips speech in 1837 in Fanuiel Hall in Boston regarding “The Murder of Lovejoy.” You will also find here an epistolary essay by François Marie Arouet de Voltaire “On Lord Bacon,” a letter from Samuel Clemens commenting on the inclusion of Jesus in the list of “One Hundred Greatest Men,” “On Applauding Preachers” by Saint John Chrysostom, an essay by Alice Meynell on “Solitude,” and the entry on Captain Edward Teach (aka Blackbeard) from “The Pirates Who’s Who” by Philip Gosse. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p>\n\n<i>The Ninety-Five Theses</i> by Martin Luther, was translated by <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/author/7109">R. S. Grignon</a>.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-nonfiction-collection-vol-003/ |
p a collection ten short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics science religion included collection martin luther s ninety five theses jefferson davis speech united states senate 1861 on withdrawing union william e gladstone s address delivered house commons 1893 irish home rule wendell phillips speech 1837 fanuiel hall boston regarding the murder lovejoy also find epistolary essay françois marie arouet de voltaire on lord bacon letter samuel clemens commenting inclusion jesus list one hundred greatest men on applauding preachers saint john chrysostom essay alice meynell solitude entry captain edward teach aka blackbeard the pirates who s who philip gosse summary j m smallheer p i the ninety five theses i martin luther translated a href http dev librivox org author 7109 r s grignon a p |
| 1209 |
1185 |
1434 |
Good Hours |
Robert Frost |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 41 different recordings of <em>Good Hours</em> by Robert Frost. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 9th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/good-hours-by-robert-frost/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 41 different recordings em good hours em robert frost weekly poetry project week september 9th 2007 br br |
| 1210 |
1186 |
1435 |
Love and Freindship |
Jane Austen |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>Love and Freindship</i> [sic] is a juvenile story by Jane Austen, dated 1790, when Austen was 14 years old. <i>Love and Freindship</i> (the misspelling is one of many in the story) is clearly a parody of romantic novels Austen read as a child. This is clear even from the subtitle, "Deceived in Freindship and Betrayed in Love," which neatly undercuts the title.<br /><br />Written in epistolary form, it resembles a fairy tale as much as anything else, featuring wild coincidences and turns of fortune, but Austen is determined to lampoon the conventions of romantic stories, right down to the utter failure of romantic fainting spells, which always turn out dreadfully for the female characters.<br /><br />In this story one can see the development of Austen's sharp wit and disdain for romantic sensibility, so characteristic of her later novels.<br /><br />Summary revised from Wikipedia by Cori Samuel. Music from Schubert's <i>Fantasy in C Major</i>, at <a href="http://www.musopen.com/view.php?type=piece&id=141">musopen.org</a>.</p> |
English |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-freindship-by-jane-austen/ |
p i love freindship i sic juvenile story jane austen dated 1790 austen 14 years old i love freindship i the misspelling one many story clearly parody romantic novels austen read child clear even subtitle deceived freindship betrayed love neatly undercuts title br br written epistolary form resembles fairy tale much anything else featuring wild coincidences turns fortune austen determined lampoon conventions romantic stories right utter failure romantic fainting spells always turn dreadfully female characters br br in story one see development austen s sharp wit disdain romantic sensibility characteristic later novels br br summary revised wikipedia cori samuel music schubert s i fantasy c major i a href http www musopen com view php type piece id 141 musopen org a p |
| 1211 |
1187 |
1436 |
Three Essays on Religion |
John Stuart Mill |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
The Three Essays on Religion were written at different times during Mill's life, and only published after his death. The first two, 'Nature' and 'The Utility of Religion' date from the 1850s - the period between the publication of 'The Principles of Political Economy' and 'On Liberty'. The third longer essay, 'Theism' was written between 1868 and 1870. The three essays were published posthumously in 1874. (Summary by Justin Brett)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/three-essays-on-religion-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
three essays religion written different times mill s life published death first two nature the utility religion date 1850s period publication the principles political economy on liberty third longer essay theism written 1868 1870 three essays published posthumously 1874 summary justin brett p |
| 1212 |
1188 |
1437 |
Our Vanishing Wild Life |
William T. Hornaday |
Nature |
We are weary of witnessing the greed, selfishness and cruelty of "civilized" man toward the wild creatures of the earth. We are sick of tales of slaughter and pictures of carnage. It is time for a sweeping Reformation; and that is precisely what we now demand. -William Temple Hornaday</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/our-vanishing-wild-life-by-william-t-hornaday/ |
weary witnessing greed selfishness cruelty civilized man toward wild creatures earth sick tales slaughter pictures carnage time sweeping reformation precisely demand william temple hornaday p |
| 1213 |
11433 |
12104 |
Heart Songs |
Jean McKishnie Blewett |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Jean Blewett. In this collection, the Canadian poet's most beautiful love songs and poetry is brought together. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/heart-songs-by-jean-mckishnie-blewett/ |
volume poetry jean blewett collection canadian poet s beautiful love songs poetry brought together summary carolin |
| 1214 |
1190 |
1440 |
Memoir of Jane Austen |
James Edward Austen-Leigh |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"The Memoir of my Aunt, Jane Austen, has been received with more favour than I had ventured to expect. The notices taken of it in the periodical press, as well as letters addressed to me by many with whom I am not personally acquainted, show that an unabated interest is still taken in every particular that can be told about her. I am thus encouraged not only to offer a Second Edition of the Memoir, but also to enlarge it with some additional matter which I might have scrupled to intrude on the public if they had not thus seemed to call for it. In the present Edition, the narrative is somewhat enlarged, and a few more letters are added; with a short specimen of her childish stories. The cancelled chapter of ‘Persuasion’ is given, in compliance with wishes both publicly and privately expressed. A fragment of a story entitled ‘The Watsons’ is printed; p. iii and extracts are given from a novel which she had begun a few months before her death; but the chief addition is a short tale never before published, called ‘Lady Susan.’ {0a} I regret that the little which I have been able to add could not appear in my First Edition; as much of it was either unknown to me, or not at my command, when I first published; and I hope that I may claim some indulgent allowance for the difficulty of recovering little facts and feelings which had been merged half a century deep in oblivion." - James Edward Austen-Leigh in the Preface to <i>Memoir of Jane Austen</i></p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/memoir-of-jane-austen-by-james-austen-leigh/ |
the memoir aunt jane austen received favour ventured expect notices taken periodical press well letters addressed many personally acquainted show unabated interest still taken every particular told her thus encouraged offer second edition memoir also enlarge additional matter might scrupled intrude public thus seemed call it present edition narrative somewhat enlarged letters added short specimen childish stories cancelled chapter persuasion given compliance wishes publicly privately expressed fragment story entitled the watsons printed p iii extracts given novel begun months death chief addition short tale never published called lady susan 0a regret little able add could appear first edition much either unknown me command first published hope may claim indulgent allowance difficulty recovering little facts feelings merged half century deep oblivion james edward austen leigh preface i memoir jane austen i p |
| 1215 |
1191 |
1441 |
Tartarin de Tarascon |
Alphonse Daudet |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Qui n'a jamais entendu parler de <em>Tartarin de Tarascon</em>, le grand Tartarin, héros de Tarascon, chef des chasseurs de casquettes ?</p> <p>Alphonse Daudet nous le présente, nous dépeint son « chez lui », ses habitudes, sa vie à Tarascon, qu'il va être amené à quitter pour une chasse au lion ...</p> <br> Il nous invite à le suivre en Algérie et à découvrir ses aventures burlesques. </br> <br>(Introduction de Ezwa)</br> <p>"Tartarin de Tarascon" tells the burlesque adventures of Tartarin, a local hero of Tarascon, a small town in southern France, whose invented adventures and reputation as a swashbuckler finally force him to travel to a very prosaic Algiers in search of lions. Instead of finding a romantic, mysterious Oriental fantasy land, he finds a sordid world suspended between Europe and the Middle East. And worst of all, there are no lions left. <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br></p>\n<p><small>An English version is available / Une version anglaise est disponible : <a href="http://librivox.org/tartarin-of-tarascon-by-alphonse-daudet/"><em>Tartarin of Tarascon</em></a>. </small></p> |
French |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/tartarin-de-tarascon-by-alphonse-daudet-ezwa/ |
p qui n a jamais entendu parler de em tartarin de tarascon em le grand tartarin héros de tarascon chef des chasseurs de casquettes p p alphonse daudet nous le présente nous dépeint son chez lui ses habitudes sa vie à tarascon qu il va être amené à quitter pour une chasse au lion p br il nous invite à le suivre en algérie et à découvrir ses aventures burlesques br br introduction de ezwa br p tartarin de tarascon tells burlesque adventures tartarin local hero tarascon small town southern france whose invented adventures reputation swashbuckler finally force travel prosaic algiers search lions instead finding romantic mysterious oriental fantasy land finds sordid world suspended europe middle east worst all lions left br summary wikipedia br p p small an english version available une version anglaise est disponible a href http librivox org tartarin of tarascon by alphonse daudet em tartarin tarascon em a small p |
| 1216 |
1192 |
1442 |
Murder at Bridge |
Anne Austin |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Inhabitants of the small town of Hamilton joke that they are afraid of being the dummy when playing Bridge, for fear of being murdered. Meanwhile, Special Investigator Bonnie Dundee demands a re-enactment of the 'death hand' to try and find out why, and how, the victim was killed during a high society Bridge party. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/murder-at-bridge-by-anne-austin/ |
p inhabitants small town hamilton joke afraid dummy playing bridge fear murdered meanwhile special investigator bonnie dundee demands re enactment death hand try find why how victim killed high society bridge party summary gesine p |
| 1217 |
1193 |
1443 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 004 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of eleven short nonfiction works in the public domain. The items included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, conservation, philosophy, politics, religion and cooking. Included in this collection are Thomas Jefferson's first Inaugural Address, "Secession" by Alexander H. Stephens, "Of Truth" and the preface to "The New Organon, or True Directions Concerning the Interpretation of Nature" by Francis Bacon, John Donne's last sermon delivered in March 1631, "On Old Age" by Cicero, a chapter from "The Fight for Conservation" by Gifford Pinchot, The Sacredness of Work" by Thomas Carlyle and an essay "On the Unjust Causes of War" by Hugo Grotius. On the lighter side, try selections from "Cocoa and Chocolate Recipes" by Miss Parloa and a 1912 article from Scientific American on the amazing escapes of Harry Houdini. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-nonfiction-collection-vol-004/ |
p a collection eleven short nonfiction works public domain items included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history conservation philosophy politics religion cooking included collection thomas jefferson s first inaugural address secession alexander h stephens of truth preface the new organon true directions concerning interpretation nature francis bacon john donne s last sermon delivered march 1631 on old age cicero chapter the fight conservation gifford pinchot sacredness work thomas carlyle essay on unjust causes war hugo grotius lighter side try selections cocoa chocolate recipes miss parloa 1912 article scientific american amazing escapes harry houdini summary j m smallheer p |
| 1218 |
1194 |
1444 |
Little Eve Edgarton |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
General Fiction, Romance |
Eve Edgarton is not who she seems she is. A short encounter with Mr. Barton show that first impressions are not always right or indicative of one's seemingly obvious preference or one's proclivity. (Summary by Kehinde)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/little-eve-edgarton-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
eve edgarton seems is short encounter mr barton show first impressions always right indicative one s seemingly obvious preference one s proclivity summary kehinde p |
| 1219 |
1195 |
1445 |
Little Princess (version 2) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
Sara is brought to Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies by her father, Captain Crewe, because the climate in India doesn't agree with children. After several years as Miss Minchin's show pupil, news comes that Captain Crewe has died penniless, and left Sara destitute. Miss Minchin keeps her on as an unpaid drudge, until a mysterious benefactor comes to her aid. (Summary by Karen Savage)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-princess-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-2/ |
sara brought miss minchin s select seminary young ladies father captain crewe climate india agree children several years miss minchin s show pupil news comes captain crewe died penniless left sara destitute miss minchin keeps unpaid drudge mysterious benefactor comes aid summary karen savage p |
| 1220 |
1196 |
1446 |
Life of the Spider |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
<p>Jean-Henri Casimir Fabre was a French entomologist and author. He was born in St. Léons in Aveyron, France. Fabre was largely an autodidact, owing to the poverty of his family. Nevertheless, he acquired a primary teaching certificate at the young age of 19 and began teaching at the college of Ajaccio, Corsica, called Carpentras. In 1852, he taught at the lycée in Avignon. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-the-spider-the-by-j-henri-fabre/ |
p jean henri casimir fabre french entomologist author born st léons aveyron france fabre largely autodidact owing poverty family nevertheless acquired primary teaching certificate young age 19 began teaching college ajaccio corsica called carpentras 1852 taught lycée avignon summary wikipedia p |
| 1221 |
1219 |
1471 |
Favourite Chapters Collection 003 |
Various |
General Fiction |
<p>A collection of LibriVox volunteers’ favourite chapters. Some were chosen for being the key chapter in a great novel, others for the wonderful clarity with which great ideas are expressed, and still others because the reader did a wonderful job. Whatever the reason they were chosen, we hope they will give you as much pleasure as they did us. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favourite-chapters-collection-003/ |
p a collection librivox volunteers favourite chapters chosen key chapter great novel others wonderful clarity great ideas expressed still others reader wonderful job whatever reason chosen hope give much pleasure us summary david barnes p |
| 1222 |
1197 |
1447 |
Sklepy cynamonowe |
Bruno Schulz |
Short Stories |
<p><i>Sklepy cynamonowe</i> to pierwszy, debiutancki cykl opowiadań Brunona Schulza, które pierwotnie były postscriptami w listach do Debory Vogel i Władysława Riffa. \r\nUtwory te, pisane poetycką prozą, są fantastycznym przetworzeniem realiów przedwojennego miasteczka galicyjskiego, w którym dostrzec można podobieństwo do Drohobycza, rodzinnego miasta pisarza. \r\nZbiór, w sposób wizyjny i oniryczny, opowiada dzieje rodziny kupieckiej, którym to dziejom Schulz nadał walory mityczne. (Summary by Mateusz Wycislik.)<br /><br />\r\nA collection of short stories written in 1931-1933, based on Schulz's memories from his childhood in the town of Drohobycz (now in Ukraine). (English summary by Sandra Zera.)</p> |
Polish |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/sklepy-cynamonowe-by-bruno-schulz/ |
p i sklepy cynamonowe i pierwszy debiutancki cykl opowiadań brunona schulza które pierwotnie były postscriptami w listach debory vogel władysława riffa utwory te pisane poetycką prozą są fantastycznym przetworzeniem realiów przedwojennego miasteczka galicyjskiego w którym dostrzec można podobieństwo drohobycza rodzinnego miasta pisarza zbiór w sposób wizyjny oniryczny opowiada dzieje rodziny kupieckiej którym dziejom schulz nadał walory mityczne summary mateusz wycislik br br collection short stories written 1931 1933 based schulz s memories childhood town drohobycz now ukraine english summary sandra zera p |
| 1223 |
1198 |
1448 |
Visit to the Holy Land, Egypt, and Italy |
Ida Laura Pfeiffer |
Travel & Geography |
<p>Ida Pfeiffer travelled alone in an era when women didn't travel. She went first on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, then went on to Egypt and Italy. Understanding the difficulties a woman would face travelling alone and on a budget, she made a will before she left. Go she did, however; and upon her return she wrote this book. She used the proceeds to finance her next trip - six months in Iceland.</p> <br>(Summary by Sibella Denton)</br> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/a-visit-to-the-holy-land-egypt-and-italy-by-ida-laura-pfeiffer-sd/ |
p ida pfeiffer travelled alone era women travel went first pilgrimage holy land went egypt italy understanding difficulties woman would face travelling alone budget made left go did however upon return wrote book used proceeds finance next trip six months iceland p br summary sibella denton br |
| 1224 |
1199 |
1449 |
Short Poetry Collection 046 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 046: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-046/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 046 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1225 |
1200 |
1450 |
Long Poems Collection 006 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Long Poems Collection 006: a collection of 17 public-domain poems longer than 5 minutes in length.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-006/ |
librivox s long poems collection 006 collection 17 public domain poems longer 5 minutes length p |
| 1226 |
1201 |
1451 |
Bab Ballads |
W. S. Gilbert |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Ballads |
<p>The Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert developed his unique "topsy-turvy" style, where the humour was derived by setting up a ridiculous premise and working out its logical consequences, however absurd. The Ballads also reveal Gilbert's cynical and satirical approach to humour. They became famous on their own, as well as being a source for plot elements, characters and songs that Gilbert would recycle in the Gilbert and Sullivan operas. The Bab Ballads take their name from Gilbert's childhood nickname, and he later began to sign his illustrations "Bab". (summary from wikipedia)</p>\n\n<a >e-text with illustrations</a> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-bab-ballads-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
p the bab ballads collection light verse w s gilbert illustrated comic drawings gilbert wrote ballads became famous comic opera librettos arthur sullivan writing bab ballads gilbert developed unique topsy turvy style humour derived setting ridiculous premise working logical consequences however absurd ballads also reveal gilbert s cynical satirical approach humour became famous own well source plot elements characters songs gilbert would recycle gilbert sullivan operas bab ballads take name gilbert s childhood nickname later began sign illustrations bab summary wikipedia p a e text illustrations a |
| 1227 |
1202 |
1452 |
Sea Fever |
John Masefield |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 different recordings of <em>Sea Fever</em> by John Masefield. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 16th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/sea-fever-by-john-masefield/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 24 different recordings em sea fever em john masefield weekly poetry project week september 16th 2007 br br |
| 1228 |
1203 |
1453 |
Short Poetry Collection 047 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 047: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-047/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 047 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1229 |
1204 |
1454 |
Bible (LSG, 1910) 22: Le cantique des cantiques |
Louis Segond Bible |
Poetry, Bibles |
<p>Ce vingt-deuxième livre de la Bible, traduite par Louis Segond, au XIXe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant se compose d'un dialogue entre <em>la plus belle des femmes</em> et son <em>bien-aimé</em>.</p> <p><em>«Mets-moi comme un sceau sur ton coeur, Comme un sceau sur ton bras ; Car l'amour est fort comme la mort, La jalousie est inflexible comme le séjour des morts ; Ses ardeurs sont des ardeurs de feu, Une flamme de l'Éternel.</em> \n<br><em>Les grandes eaux ne peuvent éteindre l'amour, Et les fleuves ne le submergeraient pas ; Quand un homme offrirait tous les biens de sa maison contre l'amour, Il ne s'attirerait que le mépris. »</em></br></p> <br>(Introduction de Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/le-cantique-des-cantiques-lsg-ezwa/ |
p ce vingt deuxième livre de la bible traduite par louis segond au xixe siècle et publiée au début du siècle suivant se compose d un dialogue entre em la plus belle des femmes em et son em bien aimé em p p em mets moi comme un sceau sur ton coeur comme un sceau sur ton bras car l amour est fort comme la mort la jalousie est inflexible comme le séjour des morts ses ardeurs sont des ardeurs de feu une flamme de l éternel em br em les grandes eaux ne peuvent éteindre l amour et les fleuves ne le submergeraient pas quand un homme offrirait tous les biens de sa maison contre l amour il ne s attirerait que le mépris em br p br introduction de ezwa br |
| 1230 |
1205 |
1455 |
Nautical Ballad |
Charles Edward Carryl |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 different recordings of <em>A Nautical Ballad</em> by Charles Edward Carryl. <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-nautical-ballad-by-charles-edward-carryl/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 21 different recordings em a nautical ballad em charles edward carryl br br |
| 1231 |
7128 |
7729 |
Mis' Smith |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>Mis' Smith,/em>, by Albert Paine. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 7th, 2013.<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/mis-smith-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em mis smith em albert paine weekly poetry project april 7th 2013 br br |
| 1232 |
1206 |
1456 |
Tender Buttons |
Gertrude Stein |
Single author |
<p>The time came when there was a birthday. Every day was no excitement and a birthday was added, it was added on Monday, this made the memory clear, this which was a speech showed the chair in the middle where there was copper.<br /><br />A kind of green a game in green and nothing flat nothing quite flat and more round, nothing a particular color strangely, nothing breaking the losing of no little piece.<br /><br />The teasing is tender and trying and thoughtful.<br /><br />Extracts from <i>Tender Buttons</i>.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/tender-buttons-by-gertrude-stein/ |
p the time came birthday every day excitement birthday added added monday made memory clear speech showed chair middle copper br br a kind green game green nothing flat nothing quite flat round nothing particular color strangely nothing breaking losing little piece br br the teasing tender trying thoughtful br br extracts i tender buttons i p |
| 1233 |
1207 |
1457 |
Shortstop |
Zane Grey |
Sports Fiction |
<p>Zane Grey (Pearl Zane Gray) born in 1872 in Zanesville, Ohio was best known for his western stories, most notably <i>Riders Of The Purple Sage</i> which has been filmed four times, the last in 1996 starring Ed Harris and Amy Madigan. Among his other interests was baseball. He attended the University of Pennsylvania on a baseball scholarship where he earned a degree in dentistry. Grey later played minor league baseball with a team in Wheeling, West Virginia. According to the Internet Movie Data Base he is credited with 110 films made from his stories and books. Grey died from a heart attack in 1939 in Altadena, California.<br></br>In The Shortstop (1909) drawing on his baseball experience Grey follows the adventures of seventeen year-old Chase Alloway on his quest to make his fortune as a baseball player and lift his family out of poverty. Along the way young Chase encounters hardship and set-back. But with perseverance he discovers not only himself but friendship and love. (summary by Rowdy Delaney)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-shortstop-by-zane-grey/ |
p zane grey pearl zane gray born 1872 zanesville ohio best known western stories notably i riders purple sage i filmed four times last 1996 starring ed harris amy madigan among interests baseball attended university pennsylvania baseball scholarship earned degree dentistry grey later played minor league baseball team wheeling west virginia according internet movie data base credited 110 films made stories books grey died heart attack 1939 altadena california br br in shortstop 1909 drawing baseball experience grey follows adventures seventeen year old chase alloway quest make fortune baseball player lift family poverty along way young chase encounters hardship set back perseverance discovers friendship love summary rowdy delaney p |
| 1234 |
1208 |
1459 |
Greener Than You Think |
Ward Moore |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Satire, Science Fiction |
Do remember reading a panic-mongering news story a while back about genetically engineered “Frankengrass” “escaping” from the golf course where it had been planted? That news story was foreshadowed decades previously in the form of prophetic fiction wherein a pushy salesman, a cash-strapped scientist, and a clump of crabgrass accidentally merge forces with apocalyptic consequences. A triple-genre combo of science fiction, horror, and satire, Greener Than You Think is a forgotten classic that resonates beautifully with modern times. This is a faithful reading of a 1947 first edition text. (Summary by Lee Elliot)<p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/greener-than-you-think-by-ward-moore/ |
remember reading panic mongering news story back genetically engineered frankengrass escaping golf course planted news story foreshadowed decades previously form prophetic fiction wherein pushy salesman cash strapped scientist clump crabgrass accidentally merge forces apocalyptic consequences triple genre combo science fiction horror satire greener think forgotten classic resonates beautifully modern times faithful reading 1947 first edition text summary lee elliot p |
| 1235 |
1209 |
1460 |
Grandma Janice's Poems and Stories |
Various |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Poetry |
The poems and stories in this collection were selected with the reader’s grandchildren in mind. “The Raggedy Man” and “Little Orphant Annie,” both by James Whitcomb Riley, the Hoosier Poet were favorites of the reader when she was a child on a farm in Indiana. Other favorites were picked up along the way as she read to her own daughter and to her students, while other gems were discovered while looking for poems and stories to include in this collection. It is hoped that this collection will bless the hearts of many children and parents alike as they listen together.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/grandma-janices-poems-and-stories/ |
poems stories collection selected reader s grandchildren mind the raggedy man little orphant annie james whitcomb riley hoosier poet favorites reader child farm indiana favorites picked along way read daughter students gems discovered looking poems stories include collection hoped collection bless hearts many children parents alike listen together p |
| 1236 |
1210 |
1461 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 2 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-two/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 1237 |
1211 |
1462 |
Chronicles of Clovis |
Saki |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This is the third collection of short stories by Saki, following on from “Reginald” and “Reginald in Russia”. Although some of the stories have characters that do not appear elsewhere in the collection, many of them are loosely centred round the young Clovis Sangrail (effectively a reincarnation of Reginald). (Summary by Graham Redman). </p>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-clovis-by-saki/ |
p this third collection short stories saki following reginald reginald russia although stories characters appear elsewhere collection many loosely centred round young clovis sangrail effectively reincarnation reginald summary graham redman p |
| 1238 |
11884 |
12571 |
What The Pine Trees Said |
Edith M. Thomas |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edith Matilda Thomas was an American poet who "was one of the first poets to capture successfully the excitement of the modern city. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-pine-tree-said-by-edith-m-thomas/ |
edith matilda thomas american poet was one first poets capture successfully excitement modern city wikipedia |
| 1239 |
1212 |
1463 |
Bible (ASV) NT 27: Revelation |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Book of Revelation, also called Revelation to John or Apocalypse of John, (literally, apocalypse of John; Greek, Αποκαλυψις Ιωαννου, Apokalupsis Iōannou) (IPA: [əˈpɑkəlɪps]) is the last canonical book of the New Testament in the Bible. It is the only biblical book that is wholly composed of apocalyptic literature. The visions given in this book were future events for the understanding of the early church, primarily.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia and Sam Stinson)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-revelation-to-saint-john-asv-ss/ |
p the book revelation also called revelation john apocalypse john literally apocalypse john greek αποκαλυψις ιωαννου apokalupsis iōannou ipa əˈpɑkəlɪps last canonical book new testament bible biblical book wholly composed apocalyptic literature visions given book future events understanding early church primarily p br summary wikipedia sam stinson br |
| 1240 |
1213 |
1464 |
מכאן ומשם From Here and There |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p>Yosef Haim Brenner (murdered by Arab terrorists in 1921 at the age of 40) presented in his book "From Here and There" a piercing, soul searching portrayal of the "second aliyah," the dominant immigration into Palestine at the beginning of the twentieth century. The following words have influenced many at the time, and are still thought to represent Brenner's literary "will": "Life is bad, but always secret ... Death is bad. The world is conflicted, but also diverse, and sometimes beautiful. The world is miserable, but can also be wonderful. The nation of Israel, by the rules of logic, has no future. One must, nonetheless, work. So long as you have a soul, there are sublime acts and uplifting moments. Long live Hebrew human labor!" (Summary by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/from-here-and-there-by-yosef-haim-brenner/ |
p yosef haim brenner murdered arab terrorists 1921 age 40 presented book from there piercing soul searching portrayal second aliyah dominant immigration palestine beginning twentieth century following words influenced many time still thought represent brenner s literary will life bad always secret death bad world conflicted also diverse sometimes beautiful world miserable also wonderful nation israel rules logic future one must nonetheless work long soul sublime acts uplifting moments long live hebrew human labor summary omri lernau p |
| 1241 |
1214 |
1465 |
Peace On Earth, Good-Will to Dogs |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
<p>If you don't like Christmas stories, don't read this one!<br></br>\nAnd if you don't like dogs I don't know just what to advise you to do!<br></br>\nFor I warn you perfectly frankly that I am distinctly pro-dog and distinctly pro-Christmas, and would like to bring to this little story whatever whiff of fir-balsam I can cajole from the make-believe forest in my typewriter, and every glitter of tinsel, smudge of toy candle, crackle of wrapping paper, that my particular brand of brain and ink can conjure up on a single keyboard! And very large-sized dogs shall romp through every page! And the mercury shiver perpetually in the vicinity of zero! And every foot of earth be crusty-brown and bare with no white snow at all till the very last moment when you'd just about given up hope! And all the heart of the story is very,—oh very young!<br></br>\nFor purposes of propriety and general historical authenticity there are of course parents in the story. And one or two other oldish persons. But they all go away just as early in the narrative as I can manage it.—Are obliged to go away!<br></br> Yet lest you find in this general combination of circumstances some sinister threat of audacity, let me conventionalize the story at once by opening it at that most conventional of all conventional Christmas-story hours,—the Twilight of Christmas Eve." (excerpt from the text)</p>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/peace-on-earth-good-will-to-dogs-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
p if like christmas stories read one br br like dogs know advise do br br warn perfectly frankly distinctly pro dog distinctly pro christmas would like bring little story whatever whiff fir balsam cajole make believe forest typewriter every glitter tinsel smudge toy candle crackle wrapping paper particular brand brain ink conjure single keyboard large sized dogs shall romp every page mercury shiver perpetually vicinity zero every foot earth crusty brown bare white snow till last moment given hope heart story very oh young br br purposes propriety general historical authenticity course parents story one two oldish persons go away early narrative manage it are obliged go away br br yet lest find general combination circumstances sinister threat audacity let conventionalize story opening conventional conventional christmas story hours the twilight christmas eve excerpt text p |
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1215 |
1466 |
Lady Windermere's Fan |
Oscar Wilde |
Satire |
<br /><i>Lady Windermere's Fan: A Play About a Good Woman</i> is a four act comedy by Oscar Wilde, published in 1893. As in some of his other comedies, Wilde satirizes the morals of Victorian society, and attitudes between the sexes.<br /><br />The action centres around a fan given to Lady Windermere as a present by her husband, and the ball held that evening to celebrate her 21st birthday. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\n<p>Lady Windermere - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nLord Windermere - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2195">Joe Earley</a><br />\nMrs. Erlynne - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLord Darlington - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/827">Simon Taylor</a><br />\nThe Duchess of Berwick - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nMr. Cecil Graham - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2358">Chugosh</a><br />\nLord Augustus Lorton - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2538">Chrystian J. Gonzalez</a><br />\nMr. Dumby - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1913">Geoff Cowgill</a><br />\nParker - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2427">Ed Meade</a><br />\nLady Agatha Carlisle - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br />\nLady Plymdale - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/84">Christie Nowak</a><br />\nMr. Hopper - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1094">tubeyes</a><br />\nLady Jedburgh - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br />\nRosalie - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br />\nLady Stutfield - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1975">Sara Korsmo</a><br />\nMrs. Cowper-Cowper - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2592">Anna Roberts</a><br />\nNarrator - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2748">Annoying Twit</a>\n<br /><br />\nAudio edited by Rosalind Wills and Ruth Golding.<br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/lady-windermeres-fan-by-oscar-wilde/ |
br i lady windermere s fan play good woman i four act comedy oscar wilde published 1893 comedies wilde satirizes morals victorian society attitudes sexes br br the action centres around fan given lady windermere present husband ball held evening celebrate 21st birthday summary ruth golding br br strong cast strong br p lady windermere a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br lord windermere a href http librivox org reader 2195 joe earley a br mrs erlynne a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lord darlington a href http librivox org reader 827 simon taylor a br duchess berwick a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br mr cecil graham a href http librivox org reader 2358 chugosh a br lord augustus lorton a href http librivox org reader 2538 chrystian j gonzalez a br mr dumby a href http librivox org reader 1913 geoff cowgill a br parker a href http librivox org reader 2427 ed meade a br lady agatha carlisle a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br lady plymdale a href http librivox org reader 84 christie nowak a br mr hopper a href http librivox org reader 1094 tubeyes a br lady jedburgh a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br rosalie a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br lady stutfield a href http librivox org reader 1975 sara korsmo a br mrs cowper cowper a href http librivox org reader 2592 anna roberts a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2748 annoying twit a br br audio edited rosalind wills ruth golding br br |
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1216 |
1467 |
House of Mirth |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
The House of Mirth (1905), by Edith Wharton, is a novel about New York socialite Lily Bart attempting to secure a husband and a place in rich society. It is one of the first novels of manners in American literature, and one of the first to openly explore how American Victorian society offered little social mobility for women. (Summary from Wikipedia).<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-mirth-by-edith-wharton/ |
house mirth 1905 edith wharton novel new york socialite lily bart attempting secure husband place rich society one first novels manners american literature one first openly explore american victorian society offered little social mobility women summary wikipedia p |
| 1244 |
1217 |
1468 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 005 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Nature |
A collection of ten short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches, news items and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, philosophy, nature and religion. Included in this collection are “The Emanicpation Proclamation” and Second Inaugural Address of Abraham Lincoln, “Prinicpal Doctrines” by Epicurus, “Fox and Hound” and the preface to “The Breath of Life” both by John Burroughs, “The Wentworth Letter” by Joseph Smith, and “The Rhythm of Life” by Alice Meynell. From the New York Times, April 10, 1817 is an account of the Canadian capture of Vimy Ridge, “Haig Strikes Near Arras” and from the September 1921 issue of Vanity Fair an article on “The Flapper - A New Type.” And for the those with more than a passing in the history of railways/roads, the “Report of the Railway Department of the Board of Trade” from February 1845 which impacted the ‘gauge wars’ of the mid-nineteenth century in England wraps up the list! (summary by J. M. Smallheer)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-nonfiction-collection-vol-005/ |
collection ten short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches news items reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics philosophy nature religion included collection the emanicpation proclamation second inaugural address abraham lincoln prinicpal doctrines epicurus fox hound preface the breath life john burroughs the wentworth letter joseph smith the rhythm life alice meynell new york times april 10 1817 account canadian capture vimy ridge haig strikes near arras september 1921 issue vanity fair article the flapper new type passing history railways roads report railway department board trade february 1845 impacted gauge wars mid nineteenth century england wraps list summary j m smallheer p |
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1218 |
1469 |
Molly Make-Believe |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
General Fiction |
<p>Carl Stanton is an invalid suffering from an unusual bout of rheumatism. His fiancee is gone for the winter and though he begs her to write to help ease his boredom and pain she is stingy with her letters. She sends him what she calls a 'ridiculous circular' which she states is very apropos of his sentimental passion for letters. In a sudden fit of mischief, malice and rheumatism, Carl decides to respond to the circular which results in bringing about the necessary distraction in a flurry of letters that do ease Carl's boredom and pain but also bring him something else that he never quite expected. (summary by Kehinde)</p>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/molly-make-believe-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
p carl stanton invalid suffering unusual bout rheumatism fiancee gone winter though begs write help ease boredom pain stingy letters sends calls ridiculous circular states apropos sentimental passion letters sudden fit mischief malice rheumatism carl decides respond circular results bringing necessary distraction flurry letters ease carl s boredom pain also bring something else never quite expected summary kehinde p |
| 1246 |
1223 |
1475 |
Yellow Sheet (LibriVox NaNoWriMo novel 2007) |
LibriVox volunteers |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>An atomic bomb explodes in the mountains of Montana. But was there really a bomb? And was it really in Montana, or in Tokyo? Are Liz and Elizabeth the same woman, is she married with children, is her husband a spy? These and many other questions are constantly asked, and answered, in this round-robin small book written and recorded by LibriVox volunteers during the <a href="http://www.nanowrimo.org/"target="_blank">National Novel Writing Month</a> (NaNoWriMo) November 2007. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-yellow-sheet-by-librivox-volunteers/ |
p an atomic bomb explodes mountains montana really bomb really montana tokyo liz elizabeth woman married children husband spy many questions constantly asked answered round robin small book written recorded librivox volunteers a href http www nanowrimo org target _blank national novel writing month a nanowrimo november 2007 summary gesine p |
| 1247 |
1224 |
1476 |
Short Poetry Collection 048 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 048: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-048/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 048 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1248 |
1225 |
1477 |
Yellow Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>"Andrew Lang's Fairy Books or Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Fairy Books are a twelve-book series of fairy tale collections. Although Andrew Lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources (who had collected them originally), made them an immensely influential collection, especially as he used foreign-language sources, giving many of these tales their first appearance in English. As acknowledged in the prefaces, although Lang himself made most of the selections, his wife and other translators did a large portion of the translating and telling of the actual stories." (summary from wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-yellow-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p andrew lang s fairy books andrew lang s coloured fairy books twelve book series fairy tale collections although andrew lang collect stories oral tradition extent sources who collected originally made immensely influential collection especially used foreign language sources giving many tales first appearance english acknowledged prefaces although lang made selections wife translators large portion translating telling actual stories summary wikipedia p |
| 1249 |
1226 |
1478 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 07 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Dans ce septième livre, Jean de La Fontaine continue de dépeindre les travers des humains. Toutefois, l'approche littéraire se complexifie, le texte est généralement plus long que dans les livres précédents et le recours aux animaux le cède, dans huit de ces fables, à la mise en scène de l'homme lui-même.</p> <br>(Introduction de Jean Lambert)</br> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-07-jl/ |
p dans ce septième livre jean de la fontaine continue de dépeindre les travers des humains toutefois l approche littéraire se complexifie le texte est généralement plus long que dans les livres précédents et le recours aux animaux le cède dans huit de ces fables à la mise en scène de l homme lui même p br introduction de jean lambert br |
| 1250 |
1227 |
1479 |
Indiscreet Letter |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Short Stories |
<p>Three fellow travelers on a train enter into a discussion concerning what they would call an 'indiscreet letter.' The discussion, albeit short, produces some rather interesting revelations during the journey and at journey's end. (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-indiscreet-letter-by-eh-abbott/ |
p three fellow travelers train enter discussion concerning would call indiscreet letter discussion albeit short produces rather interesting revelations journey journey s end summary kehinde p |
| 1251 |
1228 |
1480 |
Pride and Prejudice (version 3) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Pride and Prejudice is the most famous of Jane Austen’s novels, and its opening is one of the most famous lines in English literature - “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” Its manuscript was first written between 1796 and 1797, and was initially called First Impressions, but was never published under that title. Following revisions it was published on 28 January 1813 by the same Mr. Egerton of the Military Library, Whitehall, who had brought out Sense and Sensibility. Like both its predecessor and Northanger Abbey, it was written at Steventon Rectory. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-by-jane-austen-2/ |
pride prejudice famous jane austen s novels opening one famous lines english literature it truth universally acknowledged single man possession good fortune must want wife manuscript first written 1796 1797 initially called first impressions never published title following revisions published 28 january 1813 mr egerton military library whitehall brought sense sensibility like predecessor northanger abbey written steventon rectory summary wikipedia p |
| 1252 |
1229 |
1481 |
Sammie and Susie Littletail |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
<p>Once upon a time there lived in a small house built underneath the ground two curious little folk, with their father, their mother, their uncle and Jane Fuzzy-Wuzzy. Jane Fuzzy-Wuzzy was the nurse, hired girl and cook, all in one, and the reason she had such a funny name was because she was a funny cook. She had long hair, a sharp nose, a very long tail and the brightest eyes you ever saw. She could stay under water a long time, and was a fine swimmer. In fact, Jane Fuzzy-Wuzzy was a big muskrat, and the family she worked for was almost as strange as she was. (excerpt from text) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/sammie-and-susie-littletail-by-howard-r-garis/ |
p once upon time lived small house built underneath ground two curious little folk father mother uncle jane fuzzy wuzzy jane fuzzy wuzzy nurse hired girl cook one reason funny name funny cook long hair sharp nose long tail brightest eyes ever saw could stay water long time fine swimmer fact jane fuzzy wuzzy big muskrat family worked almost strange was excerpt text p |
| 1253 |
1230 |
1482 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 018 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 018: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-018/ |
librivox s short story collection 018 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1254 |
1231 |
1483 |
Spirit of Christmas |
Henry van Dyke |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works, Christianity - Other |
<p>A short Christmas book by American author, educator, and clergyman Henry Van Dyke, including a short story, two essays, and two prayers for the season. (summary by Jan MacGillivray)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-christmas-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
p a short christmas book american author educator clergyman henry van dyke including short story two essays two prayers season summary jan macgillivray p |
| 1255 |
1232 |
1484 |
Novelas Cortas de Alarcón |
Pedro Antonio de Alarcón y Ariza |
Short Stories |
Antología de nueve novelas cortas de Pedro Antonio de Alarcón.<p> |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/novelas-cortas-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon/ |
antología de nueve novelas cortas de pedro antonio de alarcón p |
| 1256 |
1233 |
1486 |
Bible (ASV) NT 01: Matthew |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Gospel of Matthew (Greek: Κατά Μαθθαίον or Κατά Ματθαίον, Kata Maththaion or Kata Matthaion; literally, "according to Matthew") is a synoptic gospel in the New Testament, one of four canonical gospels. It narrates an account of the life and ministry of Jesus. It describes his genealogy, his miraculous birth and childhood, his baptism and temptation, his ministry of healing and preaching, and finally his crucifixion and resurrection. The resurrected Jesus commissions his Apostles to "go and make disciples of all nations."<br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-according-to-st-matthew-asv-ss/ |
p the gospel matthew greek κατά μαθθαίον κατά ματθαίον kata maththaion kata matthaion literally according matthew synoptic gospel new testament one four canonical gospels narrates account life ministry jesus describes genealogy miraculous birth childhood baptism temptation ministry healing preaching finally crucifixion resurrection resurrected jesus commissions apostles go make disciples nations br summary wikipedia p |
| 1257 |
1234 |
1487 |
Seven Wives and Seven Prisons; Or, Experiences in the Life of a Matrimonial Monomaniac |
L. A. Abbott |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This work the author claims is indeed a true story of how he happened to be married seven times to seven different women and the rollicking, hilarious events that led (or stumbled) to the marriages and the ah--disassembling/failing/failures of each said marriage which happened oftentimes to land him in prison. The summarist finds the work a very tongue-in-cheek diatribe/lament/account of his obsessive zeal in 'marrying the right one', but is also the mirthful chronicle of said author's very unconventional adventures. (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/seven-wives-and-seven-prisons-by-la-abbott/ |
p this work author claims indeed true story happened married seven times seven different women rollicking hilarious events led or stumbled marriages ah disassembling failing failures said marriage happened oftentimes land prison summarist finds work tongue in cheek diatribe lament account obsessive zeal marrying right one also mirthful chronicle said author s unconventional adventures summary kehinde p |
| 1258 |
1235 |
1488 |
Moments of Vision and Miscellaneous Verses (Selection) |
Thomas Hardy |
Poetry |
<p>Hardy claimed poetry as his first love, and published collections until his death in 1928. Although not as well received by his contemporaries as his novels, Hardy's poetry has been applauded considerably in recent years. Most of his poems deal with themes of disappointment in love and life, and mankind's long struggle against indifference to human suffering. (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/moments-of-vision-and-miscellaneous-verses-selection-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p hardy claimed poetry first love published collections death 1928 although well received contemporaries novels hardy s poetry applauded considerably recent years poems deal themes disappointment love life mankind s long struggle indifference human suffering summary wikipedia p |
| 1259 |
1236 |
1489 |
In Memoriam A.H.H. |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Poetry |
In Memoriam is Tennyson's elegiac tribute to his friend Arthur Henry Hallam, who died in 1833 at the age of 22. Tennyson wrote this long poem over 17 years as a chronicle of his mourning process. The poem became a favorite of Queen Victoria when she was grieving for her husband, and was one of the most popular and artistically influential poems of the Victorian period. (Summary by gloriana).<p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/in-memoriam-ahh-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
memoriam tennyson s elegiac tribute friend arthur henry hallam died 1833 age 22 tennyson wrote long poem 17 years chronicle mourning process poem became favorite queen victoria grieving husband one popular artistically influential poems victorian period summary gloriana p |
| 1260 |
1237 |
1490 |
Milton: a Poem |
William Blake |
Poetry |
<p><i>Milton: a Poem</i> is an epic poem by William Blake, written and illustrated between 1804 and 1810. Its hero is John Milton, who returns from heaven and unites with Blake to explore the relationship between living writers and their predecessors. While on earth, Milton also unites with his feminine aspect, Ololon. The poem describes progress toward the apocalyptic union of living and dead, internal and external reality, and male and female. (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/milton-a-poem-by-william-blake/ |
p i milton poem i epic poem william blake written illustrated 1804 1810 hero john milton returns heaven unites blake explore relationship living writers predecessors earth milton also unites feminine aspect ololon poem describes progress toward apocalyptic union living dead internal external reality male female summary wikipedia p |
| 1261 |
1238 |
1491 |
This Country of Ours, Part 1 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Early Modern |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall’s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p>\n<p>This is Part 1: Stories of Explorers and Pioneers, from Leif Ericson to Sir Walter Raleigh. Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. </p>\n<p> Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 1 stories explorers pioneers leif ericson sir walter raleigh read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents mainlesson com a p p part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a p p part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a p p part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a p p part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a p p part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a p p part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
| 1262 |
1239 |
1492 |
Ballad of the Harp-Weaver |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>The Ballad of the Harp-Weaver</em> by Edna St. Vincent Millay.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-the-harp-weaver-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em the ballad harp weaver em edna st vincent millay br br |
| 1263 |
1240 |
1493 |
Peeps at Many Lands: Egypt |
R. Talbot Kelly |
Travel & Geography |
<p>A short travelogue of Egypt, this book was written as part of an early 20th century series of travelogues on exotic destinations. (Summary by Sibella Denton).</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/peeps-at-many-lands-egypt-by-r-talbot-kelly/ |
p a short travelogue egypt book written part early 20th century series travelogues exotic destinations summary sibella denton p |
| 1264 |
1241 |
1494 |
Dyke Darrel the Railroad Detective - Or, The Crime of the Midnight Express |
A. Frank Pinkerton |
Detective Fiction |
Dyke Darrel investigates an audacious train robbery that included the murder of a friend, and embarks on a man-hunt. High Victorian serial melodrama at its best! (Summary by Sibella Denton).<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/dyke-darrel-the-railroad-detective-by-frank-pinkerton/ |
dyke darrel investigates audacious train robbery included murder friend embarks man hunt high victorian serial melodrama best summary sibella denton p |
| 1265 |
1243 |
1497 |
Bhagavad Gita |
Unknown |
Philosophy, Other religions |
<p>The content of the text is a conversation between Krishna and Arjuna taking place on the battlefield of Kurukshetra just prior to the start of a climactic war. Responding to Arjuna's confusion and moral dilemma, Krishna explains to Arjuna his duties as a warrior and Prince and elaborates on a number of different Yogic and Vedantic philosophies, with examples and analogies. This has led to the Gita often being described as a concise guide to Hindu philosophy and also as a practical, self-contained guide to life. During the discourse, Krishna reveals his identity as the Supreme Being Himself (Bhagavan), blessing Arjuna with an awe-inspiring glimpse of His divine absolute form. - Wikipedia </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/bhagavad-gita-by-sir-edwin-arnold/ |
p the content text conversation krishna arjuna taking place battlefield kurukshetra prior start climactic war responding arjuna s confusion moral dilemma krishna explains arjuna duties warrior prince elaborates number different yogic vedantic philosophies examples analogies led gita often described concise guide hindu philosophy also practical self contained guide life discourse krishna reveals identity supreme bhagavan blessing arjuna awe inspiring glimpse divine absolute form wikipedia p |
| 1266 |
1244 |
1498 |
House on the Hill |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>The House on the Hill</em> by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 30th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-on-the-hill-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em the house hill em edwin arlington robinson weekly poetry project week september 30th 2007 br br |
| 1267 |
1245 |
1499 |
Short Poetry Collection 049 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 049: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-049/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 049 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1268 |
1246 |
1501 |
Damsel in Distress |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<i>A Damsel in Distress</i> is a novel by P. G. Wodehouse, first published in the U.S. on October 4, 1919 by George H. Doran, New York, and in the U.K. by Herbert Jenkins, London, on October 17 1919. It had previously been serialised in The Saturday Evening Post, between May and June that year.<br></br>Golf-loving American composer George Bevan falls in love with a mysterious young lady who takes refuge in his taxicab one day; when he tracks her down to a romantic rural manor, mistaken identity leads to all manner of brouhaha. (summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-damsel-in-distress-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
i a damsel distress i novel p g wodehouse first published u s october 4 1919 george h doran new york u k herbert jenkins london october 17 1919 previously serialised saturday evening post may june year br br golf loving american composer george bevan falls love mysterious young lady takes refuge taxicab one day tracks romantic rural manor mistaken identity leads manner brouhaha summary wikipedia p |
| 1269 |
1247 |
1502 |
Meditations on First Philosophy |
René Descartes |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>After several years working on a treatise putting forth his mechanistic philosophy and physics, Descartes shelved the project when his contemporary, Galileo, was charged with heresy. That work, The World, was only published after Descartes’ death. It seems that Descartes must have had this, in part at least, in mind when writing his more famous philosophical works. This is especially clear in the <i>Meditations</i>, not only in the obsequiousness of the Letter of Dedication, but also in the specific mode of argument, which does not seek merely to found science upon grounds acceptable to religious authority, but to specifically found a mathematical science; one which clearly privileges mathematical demonstrations even over common sense judgments based upon everyday and constant experience. His Copernicanism, put forth posthumously in The World, would require just such a defense.</p>\n\n<p>The <i>Meditations</i> are a central work of early modern philosophy, and play a crucial role in the conceptual development of basic perspectives and problems in the Western tradition, including substance dualism, external world skepticism, and the modern notion of the subject.<br />\n(Description by D.E. Wittkower)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/meditations-on-first-philosophy-by-rene-descartes/ |
p after several years working treatise putting forth mechanistic philosophy physics descartes shelved project contemporary galileo charged heresy work world published descartes death seems descartes must this part least mind writing famous philosophical works especially clear i meditations i obsequiousness letter dedication also specific mode argument seek merely found science upon grounds acceptable religious authority specifically found mathematical science one clearly privileges mathematical demonstrations even common sense judgments based upon everyday constant experience copernicanism put forth posthumously world would require defense p p the i meditations i central work early modern philosophy play crucial role conceptual development basic perspectives problems western tradition including substance dualism external world skepticism modern notion subject br description d e wittkower p |
| 1270 |
1248 |
1503 |
Exercises in Knitting |
Cornelia Mee |
*Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies, Self-Help |
Mrs. Mee, her husband, and her sister ran a yarn and needlework import/warehouse business in Bath, England. Her books primarily contain practical everyday items that knit up quickly with the busy homemaker in mind. At this time, published knitting "receipts" did not contain abbreviations and were laborious to use. They were, however, rich in error! <p>Later in her career, due to circumstances of war and the resulting social stress and poverty, many of her knitting books were printed for ladies' charitable societies, which used her knitting "receipts" to clothe the poor mill workers who were out of work due to the American Civil War and the embargo of cotton. <p>In addition to recording the original patterns, LibriVox knitters have also knitted samples of these patterns, displayed at the <a href="http://www.knitting-and.com/wiki/category/exercises_in_knitting/">KnitWiki</a>, and have attempted to condense and clarify the patterns for the enjoyment of modern day knitters. (Summary by Brenda Price)</p>\n |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/exercises-in-knitting-by-cornelia-mee/ |
mrs mee husband sister ran yarn needlework import warehouse business bath england books primarily contain practical everyday items knit quickly busy homemaker mind time published knitting receipts contain abbreviations laborious use were however rich error p later career due circumstances war resulting social stress poverty many knitting books printed ladies charitable societies used knitting receipts clothe poor mill workers work due american civil war embargo cotton p in addition recording original patterns librivox knitters also knitted samples patterns displayed a href http www knitting and com wiki category exercises_in_knitting knitwiki a attempted condense clarify patterns enjoyment modern day knitters summary brenda price p |
| 1271 |
1249 |
1504 |
Birds' Christmas Carol |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
<p>Carol Bird was born on Christmas Day. She has spent all of her 11 years putting others above herself, always finding ways to make their lives a little more special. Even when faced with her own illness, the pure goodness of her heart shines through. She vows to find a way to spread Christmas cheer and decides to give a grand Christmas Party for a poor neighbourhood family. (summary by Laura Caldwell and Sarah Jennings)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-birds-christmas-carol-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p carol bird born christmas day spent 11 years putting others herself always finding ways make lives little special even faced illness pure goodness heart shines through vows find way spread christmas cheer decides give grand christmas party poor neighbourhood family summary laura caldwell sarah jennings p |
| 1272 |
1799 |
2095 |
Jailed For Freedom |
Doris Stevens |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
A first-hand account of the 1913-1919 campaign of American suffragettes, detailing their treatment at the hands of the courts, and the true conditions of their incarceration. (Summary by Sarah Jennings) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/jailed-for-freedom-by-doris-stevens/ |
first hand account 1913 1919 campaign american suffragettes detailing treatment hands courts true conditions incarceration summary sarah jennings p |
| 1273 |
1250 |
1505 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 01 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the first of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. </p> <br>(Based on Wikipedia article)</br> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-01-by-anonymous/ |
p this collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes first sixteen volumes translated burton p br based wikipedia article br |
| 1274 |
1251 |
1507 |
Squirrels and Other Fur-bearers |
John Burroughs |
Children's Non-fiction, Animals |
<p>Squirrels and other Fur-Bearers, a collection of essays by American naturalist and essayist, John Burroughs, provides fascinating insight into the daily life of small woodland creatures. Included in these essays are Burrough's personal observations of squirrels, rabbits, mink, and chipmunks, as well as numerous other small mammals. Highly recommended for anyone, both young and old, with an interest in nature and wildlife. (summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/squirrels-and-other-fur-bearers-by-john-burroughs/ |
p squirrels fur bearers collection essays american naturalist essayist john burroughs provides fascinating insight daily life small woodland creatures included essays burrough s personal observations squirrels rabbits mink chipmunks well numerous small mammals highly recommended anyone young old interest nature wildlife summary laura caldwell p |
| 1275 |
1252 |
1508 |
Man that Corrupted Hadleyburg and Other Stories |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg" is a piece of short fiction by Mark Twain. It first appeared in Harper's Monthly in December 1899, and was subsequently published by Harper Collins in the collection The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg and Other Stories and Sketches (1900). This recording contains all the stories and sketches from the 1900 Harper Collins publication. (Summary from wikipedia and John)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-that-corrupted-hadleyburg-and-other-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
p the man corrupted hadleyburg piece short fiction mark twain first appeared harper s monthly december 1899 subsequently published harper collins collection man corrupted hadleyburg stories sketches 1900 recording contains stories sketches 1900 harper collins publication summary wikipedia john p |
| 1276 |
1253 |
1509 |
Master of Mysteries |
Robert Eustace |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>"It so happened that the circumstances of fate allowed me to follow my own bent in the choice of a profession. From my earliest youth the weird, the mysterious had an irresistible fascination for me. Having private means, I resolved to follow my unique inclinations, and I am now well known to all my friends as a professional exposer of ghosts, and one who can clear away the mysteries of most haunted houses....I propose in these pages to relate the histories of certain queer events, enveloped at first in mystery, and apparently dark with portent, but, nevertheless, when grappled with in the true spirit of science, capable of explanation." - from the Introduction to "A Master of Mysteries"</p>\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-master-of-mysteries-by-l-t-meade-and-robert-eustace/ |
p it happened circumstances fate allowed follow bent choice profession earliest youth weird mysterious irresistible fascination me private means resolved follow unique inclinations well known friends professional exposer ghosts one clear away mysteries haunted houses i propose pages relate histories certain queer events enveloped first mystery apparently dark portent but nevertheless grappled true spirit science capable explanation introduction a master mysteries p |
| 1277 |
1254 |
1510 |
History of the Conquest of Mexico |
William H. Prescott |
*Non-fiction, History |
(Note: This project had some missing and duplicate sections. This has been corrected as of July 9, 2010. The affected sections were 12, 13, 27, 28, 33, & 34.)<br><br> Much have I travell'd in the realms of gold,<br>And many goodly states and kingdoms seen;<br>Round many western islands have I been<br>Which bards in fealty to Apollo hold.<br>Oft of one wide expanse had I been told<br>That deep-brow'd Homer ruled as his demesne;<br>Yet never did I breathe its pure serene<br>Till I heard Chapman speak out loud and bold.<br>Then felt I like some watcher of the skies<br>When a new planet swims into his ken;<br>Or like stout Cortez, when with eagle eyes<br>He star'd at the Pacific - and all his men<br>Look'd at each other with a wild surmise -<br>Silent, upon a peak in Darien. - Keats<br><br>Prescott’s classic and beautifully written work describes what Cortez and his men went on to do, and how it was that they came to destroy the empire of the Aztecs - Written by hefyd</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-conquest-of-mexico-by-prescott/ |
note project missing duplicate sections corrected july 9 2010 affected sections 12 13 27 28 33 34 br br much travell d realms gold br and many goodly states kingdoms seen br round many western islands been br which bards fealty apollo hold br oft one wide expanse told br that deep brow d homer ruled demesne br yet never breathe pure serene br till heard chapman speak loud bold br then felt like watcher skies br when new planet swims ken br or like stout cortez eagle eyes br he star d pacific men br look d wild surmise br silent upon peak darien keats br br prescott s classic beautifully written work describes cortez men went do came destroy empire aztecs written hefyd p |
| 1278 |
1255 |
1511 |
Second Latchkey |
Charles Norris Williamson |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Jewelry thefts, society parties, clairvoyance, and romance marks this mystery, which is set in England and the US in the early 20th century. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-latchkey-by-cm-and-am-williamson/ |
p jewelry thefts society parties clairvoyance romance marks mystery set england us early 20th century summary gesine p |
| 1279 |
1351 |
1611 |
Custom of the Country |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
<p>Edith Wharton was a novelist of manners of late 19th Century New York "Society", who spent much of her life in France. In this novel she tells the story of Undine Sprague, the thrice- (or more) married, upwardly mobile beauty from "Apex City", transplanted to New York, and finally to France, leaving the dead and wounded in the wake of her "experiments in happiness". (Summary by Karen Merline)</p> \n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/custom-of-the-country-by-edith-wharton/ |
p edith wharton novelist manners late 19th century new york society spent much life france novel tells story undine sprague thrice or more married upwardly mobile beauty apex city transplanted new york finally france leaving dead wounded wake experiments happiness summary karen merline p |
| 1280 |
1256 |
1512 |
Lost World (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Imagine a strange, tropical place that is almost inaccessible. Time appears to have stood still there. Species of animal and plant life not seen elsewhere on Earth, except in the fossil record, inhabit the place. The lakes heave with the shapes of huge grey bulks moving under the surface. The woods are places where chittering cries move about above your head, as powerful apes move swiftly in the canopy of leaves. Then, a tree splinters nearby, and a dinosaur steps out from his hiding place... and he's eyeing YOU.<p>\n\nJurassic Park? Not quite. The Lost World was an inspiration for Jurassic Park; in fact, a character in J.P. has the same name as one of the chief characters in The Lost World. It also inspired King Kong. But this is the original! Four adventurers go off to find the place shown in a dead man's sketch book - they find a war between apes and Indians, prowling dinosaurs, a sparkly treasure hidden in the blue clay - they find the Lost World. And because of the treachery of a native guide, their means of escape is destroyed!</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-world-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
imagine strange tropical place almost inaccessible time appears stood still there species animal plant life seen elsewhere earth except fossil record inhabit place lakes heave shapes huge grey bulks moving surface woods places chittering cries move head powerful apes move swiftly canopy leaves then tree splinters nearby dinosaur steps hiding place he s eyeing you p jurassic park quite lost world inspiration jurassic park fact character j p name one chief characters lost world also inspired king kong original four adventurers go find place shown dead man s sketch book find war apes indians prowling dinosaurs sparkly treasure hidden blue clay find lost world treachery native guide means escape destroyed p |
| 1281 |
1257 |
1513 |
It Happened in Egypt |
Charles Norris Williamson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Lord Ernest Borrow and Captain Anthony Fenton think they know a secret - a secret that could make them both rich. En route, they are sidetracked by Sir Marcus Antonius Lark, a woman who thinks she's Cleopatra reincarnate, a Gilded Rose of an American Heiress, and Mrs. Jones, a mysterious Irish woman with a past. Will they find the secret? Or will the trip up the Nile on the Enchantress Isis net them another discovery altogether? (summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/it-happened-in-egypt-by-charles-norris-williamson-and-alice-muriel-williamson/ |
p lord ernest borrow captain anthony fenton think know secret secret could make rich en route sidetracked sir marcus antonius lark woman thinks cleopatra reincarnate gilded rose american heiress mrs jones mysterious irish woman past find secret trip nile enchantress isis net another discovery altogether summary sibella denton p |
| 1282 |
1258 |
1514 |
Beautiful and Damned |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
General Fiction |
This novel tells the story of Anthony Patch, a 1920s socialite and presumptive heir to a tycoon's fortune; the relationship with his wife Gloria, his service in the army, and alcoholism. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-beautiful-and-damned-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
novel tells story anthony patch 1920s socialite presumptive heir tycoon s fortune relationship wife gloria service army alcoholism summary wikipedia p |
| 1283 |
1259 |
1515 |
Dead |
James Joyce |
Short Stories |
A group of Dubliners gather together for a Christmas celebration in James Joyce's transcendent tale of the mundanity and magic in life and death. "The Dead" is taken from Joyce's collection of short stories <i> Dubliners</i>. (summary by Iremonger)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-by-james-joyce/ |
group dubliners gather together christmas celebration james joyce s transcendent tale mundanity magic life death the dead taken joyce s collection short stories i dubliners i summary iremonger p |
| 1284 |
1260 |
1516 |
School of Obedience |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Andrew Murray describes the necessity and benefits of absolute obedience to God. He goes on to explain the way to achieve this level of obedience, which is required of all believers, and attainable through God's provision. <br/>(Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-school-of-obedience-by-andrew-murray/ |
p andrew murray describes necessity benefits absolute obedience god goes explain way achieve level obedience required believers attainable god s provision br summary joy chan p |
| 1285 |
1261 |
1518 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 019 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 019: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-019/ |
librivox s short story collection 019 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1286 |
1262 |
1519 |
October (Dunbar version) |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 different recordings of <em>October</em> by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 7th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/october-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 19 different recordings em october em paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project week october 7th 2007 br br |
| 1287 |
1263 |
1520 |
Bible (WEB) NT 01-27: The New Testament |
World English Bible |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>The World English Bible is a translation of the Bible into modern English. Work on the project began in 1997, but the translation has been released directly into the public domain, free of copyright. It is largely an update of the American Standard Version of 1901, and is intended to be both readable and non-denominational. (Summary by Leon Mire) </p> |
English |
2005 |
https://librivox.org/world-english-bible-new-testament/ |
p the world english bible translation bible modern english work project began 1997 translation released directly public domain free copyright largely update american standard version 1901 intended readable non denominational summary leon mire p |
| 1288 |
1264 |
1521 |
Holy Sonnets |
John Donne |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
John Donne (1572 – March 31, 1631) was a Jacobean poet and preacher, representative of the metaphysical poets of the period. His works, notable for their realistic and sensual style, include sonnets, love poetry, religious poems, Latin translations, epigrams, elegies, songs, satires and sermons. His poetry is noted for its vibrancy of language and immediacy of metaphor, compared with that of his contemporaries. Towards the end of his life Donne wrote works that challenged death, and the fear that it inspired in many men, on the grounds of his belief that those who die are sent to Heaven to live eternally. One example of this challenge is his Holy Sonnet X, from which come the famous lines “Death, be not proud, though some have called thee mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so.” (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/holy-sonnets-by-john-donne/ |
john donne 1572 march 31 1631 jacobean poet preacher representative metaphysical poets period works notable realistic sensual style include sonnets love poetry religious poems latin translations epigrams elegies songs satires sermons poetry noted vibrancy language immediacy metaphor compared contemporaries towards end life donne wrote works challenged death fear inspired many men grounds belief die sent heaven live eternally one example challenge holy sonnet x come famous lines death proud though called thee mighty dreadful thou art so summary wikipedia p |
| 1289 |
1265 |
1522 |
Eleven Theses on Feuerbach |
Karl Marx |
Philosophy, Political Science |
The “Theses on Feuerbach” are eleven short philosophical notes written by Karl Marx in 1845. They outline a critique of the ideas of Marx’s fellow Young Hegelian philosopher Ludwig Feuerbach. The theses form a basis for the activism emphasised by Marx’s work, and this short text is perhaps best know for its ending - a Eureka for revolutionary socialism. The theses were written in 1845, but not published until 1888 (five years after Marx’s death), with slight modifications by Friedrich Engels. The original text was published in 1924. This translation is based on the 1888 version. (Wikipedia/Carl Manchester)<br /><br />Translated into the public domain by Carl Manchester.<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/eleven-theses-on-feuerbach-by-karl-marx/ |
theses feuerbach eleven short philosophical notes written karl marx 1845 outline critique ideas marx s fellow young hegelian philosopher ludwig feuerbach theses form basis activism emphasised marx s work short text perhaps best know ending eureka revolutionary socialism theses written 1845 published 1888 five years marx s death slight modifications friedrich engels original text published 1924 translation based 1888 version wikipedia carl manchester br br translated public domain carl manchester p |
| 1290 |
1266 |
1523 |
Right Way to Do Wrong |
Harry Houdini |
True Crime |
<p>Harry Houdini, master illusionist and contortionist, unmasks the various ways that criminals take advantage of their victims. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-right-way-to-do-wrong-by-harry-houdini/ |
p harry houdini master illusionist contortionist unmasks various ways criminals take advantage victims summary lee ann howlett p |
| 1291 |
1267 |
1524 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 006 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Nature |
<p>A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, medicine, nature and religion. Included in this collection are speeches by George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther's Ninety-five Theses, several interesting or historic articles from Vanity Fair and the NY times, as well as writings of Eugene Debs, Alexander von Humboldt, Lena Morrow Lewis, Joseph Lister and C. M. Ellis. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-006-by-various/ |
p a collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics medicine nature religion included collection speeches george washington abraham lincoln martin luther s ninety five theses several interesting historic articles vanity fair ny times well writings eugene debs alexander von humboldt lena morrow lewis joseph lister c m ellis summary j m smallheer p |
| 1292 |
1268 |
1525 |
Fame and Fortune |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
General Fiction |
<p>Richard Hunter, formerly Ragged Dick, continues to advance in the world through luck and excellent morals. He, along with his friend Henry, moves into a better boarding house and then finds a promising job. He is framed for theft by a jealous co-worker and ends up in jail. He is exonerated, given his job back, and then is promoted. He eventually works his way up the ladder and becomes quite successful. (Written by Alys Attewater and Barry Eads) </p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/fame-and-fortune-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
p richard hunter formerly ragged dick continues advance world luck excellent morals he along friend henry moves better boarding house finds promising job framed theft jealous co worker ends jail exonerated given job back promoted eventually works way ladder becomes quite successful written alys attewater barry eads p |
| 1293 |
1269 |
1526 |
Short Poetry Collection 050 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 050: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-050/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 050 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1294 |
1270 |
1527 |
Local Color Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>In this celebration of diversity, learn about the myriad histories and cultures behind our volunteers. (summary by Eric Ray) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/local-color-collection-vol-001/ |
p in celebration diversity learn myriad histories cultures behind volunteers summary eric ray p |
| 1295 |
1271 |
1528 |
Middle of Things |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
A habitual late night stroll down Markendale Square plunges Viner into the middle of things most mysterious and most perplexing. A murder, an imposter, secret papers, all combine to mystify even the police themselves. Is Hyde as innocent of the crime as he claims? What is the clue of the veiled woman and the diamond ring? Things are not what they seem to be and how can Viner prove the man's innocence? (Summary by Kehinde)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-middle-of-things-by-js-fletcher/ |
habitual late night stroll markendale square plunges viner middle things mysterious perplexing murder imposter secret papers combine mystify even police themselves hyde innocent crime claims clue veiled woman diamond ring things seem viner prove man s innocence summary kehinde p |
| 1296 |
1272 |
1529 |
Insurrection in Dublin |
James Stephens |
Political Science |
<p>The Easter Rising was a rebellion staged in Ireland in Easter Week, 1916. The Rising was an attempt by militant Irish republicans to win independence from Britain by force of arms. This account was written by Irish novelist James Stephens, who lived and worked in Dublin at the time. (Summary from Wikipedia and iremonger)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-insurrection-in-dublin-by-james-stephens/ |
p the easter rising rebellion staged ireland easter week 1916 rising attempt militant irish republicans win independence britain force arms account written irish novelist james stephens lived worked dublin time summary wikipedia iremonger p |
| 1297 |
1273 |
1530 |
Sinking of the Titanic and Great Sea Disasters |
Logan Marshall |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
This is a detailed and accurate account of the most \nawful marine disaster in history, constructed from the real facts as obtained from those on board who survived (gutenberg.org).<p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-sinking-of-the-titanic-and-great-sea-disasters-by-marshall-logan/ |
detailed accurate account awful marine disaster history constructed real facts obtained board survived gutenberg org p |
| 1298 |
1311 |
1569 |
Army Life in a Black Regiment |
Thomas Wentworth Higginson |
War & Military, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Memoirs |
<p>These pages record some of the adventures of the First South Carolina Volunteers, the first slave regiment mustered into the service of the United States during the late civil war. It was, indeed, the first colored regiment of any kind so mustered, except a portion of the troops raised by Major-General Butler at New Orleans. These scarcely belonged to the same class, however, being recruited from the free colored population of that city, a comparatively self-reliant and educated race. (From the text)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/army-life-in-a-black-regiment-by-thomas-wentworth-higginson/ |
p these pages record adventures first south carolina volunteers first slave regiment mustered service united states late civil war was indeed first colored regiment kind mustered except portion troops raised major general butler new orleans scarcely belonged class however recruited free colored population city comparatively self reliant educated race from text p |
| 1299 |
1274 |
1531 |
Principles of Economics, Book 1: Preliminary Survey |
Alfred Marshall |
*Non-fiction |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920. <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-book-1-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing book 1881 spent much next decade work it br br his plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all summary wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1300 |
1275 |
1532 |
In a Garden |
Amy Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>In a Garden</em> by Amy Lowell. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 14th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-garden-by-amy-lowell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em in garden em amy lowell weekly poetry project week october 14th 2007 br br |
| 1301 |
1276 |
1533 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 001 |
Various |
Detective Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 001: a collection of 10 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-mystery-story-collection-vol-001/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 001 collection 10 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1302 |
1277 |
1534 |
Sister Rosa: A Ballad |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>Sister Rosa: A Ballad</em> by Percy Bysshe Shelley.<br /><br /> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sister-rosa-a-ballad-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em sister rosa ballad em percy bysshe shelley br br |
| 1303 |
1278 |
1535 |
Nine Unlikely Tales |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Nine original and, yes, <i>unlikely</i> fairy-tales, which include stories of the arithmetic fairy, the king who became a charming villa-residence and the dreadful automatic nagging machine.<br /><br />All are classic-Nesbit: charming, novel and not afraid to squeeze in a moral or two -- told with proper fairy-tale style.<br /><br />Summary by Cori</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/nine-unlikely-tales-for-children-by-e-nesbit/ |
p nine original and yes i unlikely i fairy tales include stories arithmetic fairy king became charming villa residence dreadful automatic nagging machine br br all classic nesbit charming novel afraid squeeze moral two told proper fairy tale style br br summary cori p |
| 1304 |
1279 |
1536 |
Life of Charlemagne (Einhard) |
Einhard |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Einhard was employed by Charlemagne as a court historian. At the request of Charlemagne's son and successor Louis the Pious, he wrote a biography of Charlemagne, the Vita Karoli Magni or Life of Charlemagne (c. 817–830), which provides much direct information about Charlemagne's life and character. In composing this he made full use of the Frankish Royal annals. Einhard's literary model was the classical work of the Roman historian Suetonius, the Lives of the Caesars. (summary adapted from Wikipedia by K. Merline)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlemagne-by-einhard/ |
p einhard employed charlemagne court historian request charlemagne s son successor louis pious wrote biography charlemagne vita karoli magni life charlemagne c 817 830 provides much direct information charlemagne s life character composing made full use frankish royal annals einhard s literary model classical work roman historian suetonius lives caesars summary adapted wikipedia k merline p |
| 1305 |
1280 |
1537 |
Pomona's Travels |
Frank R. Stockton |
General Fiction |
Pomona and Jone of Rudder Grange fame travel to England and Scotland. Along the way, Pomona tangles with wild pigs, haymaking, hotels great and small, Pullman cars, comparison-makers, and a Duchess. She makes two matches and - in her usual, unorthodox way - stag hunts and attends a knighting. Pomona is as hilarious as ever, if a bit more rounded off on the edges.<p>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/pomonas-travels-by-frank-stockton/ |
pomona jone rudder grange fame travel england scotland along way pomona tangles wild pigs haymaking hotels great small pullman cars comparison makers duchess makes two matches usual unorthodox way stag hunts attends knighting pomona hilarious ever bit rounded edges p |
| 1306 |
1281 |
1538 |
Rudder Grange |
Frank R. Stockton |
General Fiction |
This book presents a number of short, comedic sketches of a country life in middle America in the late 1800s. The hilarious twists and turns endear our adorable, naive married couple to the reader; and the orphan servant Pomona - dear, odd, funny Pomona! - is the focus of several of the stories. Imagine a honeymoon in a lunatic asylum, and you’ve got Rudder Grange!<p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/rudder-grange-by-frank-stockton/ |
book presents number short comedic sketches country life middle america late 1800s hilarious twists turns endear adorable naive married couple reader orphan servant pomona dear odd funny pomona focus several stories imagine honeymoon lunatic asylum you ve got rudder grange p |
| 1307 |
1282 |
1539 |
Richard of Jamestown: A Story of the Virginia Colony |
James Otis |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Richard of Jamestown by James Otis was written for children with the purpose to show them the daily home life of the Virginia colonists. It is written from the viewpoint of a young boy named Richard Mutton. (summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/richard-of-jamestown-a-story-of-the-virginia-colony-by-james-otis/ |
p richard jamestown james otis written children purpose show daily home life virginia colonists written viewpoint young boy named richard mutton summary laura caldwell p |
| 1308 |
1327 |
1585 |
Kraken |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>The Kraken</em> by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 28th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-kraken-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em the kraken em alfred lord tennyson weekly poetry project week october 28th 2007 br br |
| 1309 |
1283 |
1540 |
Catechism of Familiar Things; Their History, and the Events Which Led to Their Discovery |
Anonymous |
*Non-fiction, Science |
This book, a reprint of a successful English publication, has been so enlarged as to be to all intents and purposes new. It has been carefully revised by a Reverend gentleman, who for some time filled the chair of Physics and Chemistry in one of our colleges. Recent inventions and improvements are described in a simple, popular style, so as to be easily understood by all, and short notices are given of prominent inventors and scientists. The paragraphs relating to doctrinal matters conform in every respect to the teachings of the Church. A feature which will commend the book to every teacher is the definitions of difficult words and terms, following the paragraphs in which such words occur. (from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-catechism-of-familiar-things/ |
book reprint successful english publication enlarged intents purposes new carefully revised reverend gentleman time filled chair physics chemistry one colleges recent inventions improvements described simple popular style easily understood all short notices given prominent inventors scientists paragraphs relating doctrinal matters conform every respect teachings church feature commend book every teacher definitions difficult words terms following paragraphs words occur from preface p |
| 1310 |
1284 |
1541 |
Short Poetry Collection 051 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 051: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-051/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 051 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1311 |
1285 |
1542 |
House that Jack Built |
Unknown |
General |
<p>"The House that Jack Built" is a standard of juvenile literature that delights children and adults alike with the increasingly lengthy sentences, stretched to the breaking point, that make up its narrative. Through a chain of events, beginning with a rodent eating some grain and culminating in a festive wedding, children learn that playing with grammar can be fun! You can read along with this recording by linking to the facsimile edition of an 1880 publication at the <a=href="http://www.childrenslibrary.org/icdl/SaveBook?bookid=___hous_00360082&lang=English">Children's Digital Library</a> (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-that-jack-built/ |
p the house jack built standard juvenile literature delights children adults alike increasingly lengthy sentences stretched breaking point make narrative chain events beginning rodent eating grain culminating festive wedding children learn playing grammar fun read along recording linking facsimile edition 1880 publication a href http www childrenslibrary org icdl savebook bookid ___hous_00360082 lang english children s digital library a summary denny sayers p |
| 1312 |
1286 |
1543 |
Verse-Book of a Homely Woman |
Fay Inchfawn |
Single author, Christianity - Other |
<p>Published by the Religious Tract Society in London, <i>The Verse-Book of a Homely Woman</i> is a collection of domestic, spiritual, and fanciful poems from the point of view of a woman, a housewife, and a Christian. The natural, supernatural, and solidly mundane are mixed together as well as separated into two parts: <i>Indoors</i> and <i>Outdoors</i>. <br /> Summary by Clarica.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-verse-book-of-a-homely-woman-by-fay-inchfawn/ |
p published religious tract society london i the verse book homely woman i collection domestic spiritual fanciful poems point view woman housewife christian natural supernatural solidly mundane mixed together well separated two parts i indoors i i outdoors i br summary clarica p |
| 1313 |
1287 |
1544 |
What's Wrong With the World |
G. K. Chesterton |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874–1936) has been called the “prince of paradox.” Time magazine observed of his writing style: “Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out.” His prolific and diverse output included journalism, philosophy, poetry, biography, Christian apologetics, fantasy and detective fiction.<br /><br />The title of Chesteron’s 1910 collection of essays was inspired by a title given to him two years earlier by The Times newspaper, which had asked a number of authors to write on the topic: “What’s wrong with the world?”. Chesterton’s answer at that time was the shortest of those submitted - he simply wrote: “Dear Sirs, I am. Sincerely yours, G.K. Chesterton”. In this collection he gives a fuller treatment of the question, with his characteristic conservative wit. (Summary by Wikipedia and Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/whats-wrong-with-the-world-by-gk-chesterton/ |
gilbert keith chesterton 1874 1936 called prince paradox time magazine observed writing style whenever possible chesterton made points popular sayings proverbs allegories first carefully turning inside out prolific diverse output included journalism philosophy poetry biography christian apologetics fantasy detective fiction br br the title chesteron s 1910 collection essays inspired title given two years earlier times newspaper asked number authors write topic what s wrong world chesterton s answer time shortest submitted simply wrote dear sirs am sincerely yours g k chesterton collection gives fuller treatment question characteristic conservative wit summary wikipedia carl manchester p |
| 1314 |
1288 |
1545 |
Anna Karenina, Book 1 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. Tragedy unfolds as Anna rejects her passionless marriage to follow her heart and must endure the hypocrisies of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-book-1-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky tragedy unfolds anna rejects passionless marriage follow heart must endure hypocrisies society summary mary anderson |
| 1315 |
1289 |
1546 |
Daffodil Mystery |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (April 1, 1875–February 10, 1932) was a prolific British crime writer, journalist and playwright, who wrote 175 novels, 24 plays, and countless articles in newspapers and journals. Over 160 films have been made of his novels, more than any other author.\nIn the 1920s, one of Wallace's publishers claimed that a quarter of all books read in England were written by him. \n<br><br>\nHe is most famous today as the co-creator of "King Kong", writing the early screenplay and story for the movie, as well as a short story "King Kong" (1933) credited to him and Draycott Dell. He was known for the J. G. Reeder detective stories, The Four Just Men, the Ringer, and for creating the Green Archer character during his lifetime. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-daffodil-mystery-by-edgar-wallace/ |
richard horatio edgar wallace april 1 1875 february 10 1932 prolific british crime writer journalist playwright wrote 175 novels 24 plays countless articles newspapers journals 160 films made novels author 1920s one wallace s publishers claimed quarter books read england written him br br famous today co creator king kong writing early screenplay story movie well short story king kong 1933 credited draycott dell known j g reeder detective stories four men ringer creating green archer character lifetime summary wikipedia br br |
| 1316 |
1290 |
1547 |
Dead Men Tell No Tales |
E. W. Hornung |
Detective Fiction |
Ernest William Hornung (June 7, 1866 – March 22, 1921) was an English author. Hornung was the third son of John Peter Hornung, a Hungarian, and was born in Middlesbrough. He was educated at Uppingham during some of the later years of its great headmaster, Edward Thring. He spent most of his life in England and France, but in 1884 left for Australia and stayed for two years where he working as a tutor at Mossgiel station. Although his Australian experience had been so short, it coloured most of his literary work from A Bride from the Bush published in 1899, to Old Offenders and a few Old Scores, which appeared after his death. After he returned from Australia in 1886, he married Constance Doyle, the sister of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in 1893. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/dead-men-tell-no-tales-by-ernest-william-hornung/ |
ernest william hornung june 7 1866 march 22 1921 english author hornung third son john peter hornung hungarian born middlesbrough educated uppingham later years great headmaster edward thring spent life england france 1884 left australia stayed two years working tutor mossgiel station although australian experience short coloured literary work bride bush published 1899 old offenders old scores appeared death returned australia 1886 married constance doyle sister sir arthur conan doyle 1893 wikipedia p |
| 1317 |
1291 |
1548 |
Historie van mejuffrouw Sara Burgerhart |
Aagje Deken |
Epistolary Fiction |
<p>Sara Burgerhart is een jong meisje dat correspondeert met haar vriendinnen, aanbidders en familie. Die mensen schrijven elkaar ook allemaal. Het boek bestaat uit 175 brieven van 24 personages. Soms lichtvoetig, dan beschouwend. Sara streeft ernaar een goede burger te zijn, een eerlijk mens en een hartelijke vriendin. Ze zoekt haar eigen weg en probeert voor zichzelf denken. Dat is typisch voor de Verlichting, een tijdperk waarin niet langer de waarheden van kerk en overheid zonder meer voor waar aangenomen werden, maar de overtuiging post vatte dat je de waarheid zelf moet vinden met behulp van de ratio (de rede, het verstand). (Carola Janssen) </p> |
Dutch |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/historie-van-mejuffrouw-sara-burgerhart/ |
p sara burgerhart een jong meisje dat correspondeert met haar vriendinnen aanbidders en familie die mensen schrijven elkaar ook allemaal het boek bestaat uit 175 brieven van 24 personages soms lichtvoetig dan beschouwend sara streeft ernaar een goede burger te zijn een eerlijk mens en een hartelijke vriendin ze zoekt haar eigen weg en probeert voor zichzelf denken dat typisch voor de verlichting een tijdperk waarin niet langer de waarheden van kerk en overheid zonder meer voor waar aangenomen werden maar de overtuiging post vatte dat je de waarheid zelf moet vinden met behulp van de ratio de rede het verstand carola janssen p |
| 1318 |
1292 |
1549 |
Tale of Three Lions |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Taking place in the heart of Africa, “The Tale of Three Lions” is one more thrilling adventure from the eventful life of old hunter Quatermain, the famous hero of “King Solomons Mines”. This time, though there are no bloodthirsty people for the old hunter to deal with, the dangers are no less. He has to face the mighty and fierce King of Animals – the Lion. (Summary by Kristine Bekere)<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-three-lions-by-hrider-haggard/ |
taking place heart africa the tale three lions one thrilling adventure eventful life old hunter quatermain famous hero king solomons mines time though bloodthirsty people old hunter deal with dangers less face mighty fierce king animals lion summary kristine bekere p |
| 1319 |
1293 |
1550 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 08 - Great Fortress: A Chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760 |
William Wood |
Early Modern |
<P>Louisbourg was no mere isolated stronghold which could be lost or won without affecting the wider issues of oversea dominion. On the contrary, it was a necessary link in the chain of waterside posts which connected France with America by way of the Atlantic, the St Lawrence, the Great Lakes, and the Mississippi. But since the chain itself and all its other links, and even the peculiar relation of Louisbourg to the Acadians and the Conquest, have been fully described elsewhere in the Chronicles of Canada, the present volume only tries to tell the purely individual tale. (Summary from Book preface)</P> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-volume-8-the-great-fortress-a-chronicle-of-louisbourg-1720-1760/ |
p louisbourg mere isolated stronghold could lost without affecting wider issues oversea dominion contrary necessary link chain waterside posts connected france america way atlantic st lawrence great lakes mississippi since chain links even peculiar relation louisbourg acadians conquest fully described elsewhere chronicles canada present volume tries tell purely individual tale summary book preface p |
| 1320 |
1294 |
1551 |
Little Duke |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Children's Fiction, Historical |
<p>The Little Duke by Charlotte M. Yonge is historical fiction based on the the life of Richard, Duke of Normandy. He assumes the title of Duke at only 8 years of age, after his father is murdered. The story first appeared in her magazine, The Monthly Packet, as a serial. (summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-duke-by-charlotte-m-yonge/ |
p the little duke charlotte m yonge historical fiction based life richard duke normandy assumes title duke 8 years age father murdered story first appeared magazine monthly packet serial summary laura caldwell p |
| 1321 |
1295 |
1552 |
Nachtwachen |
Bonaventura |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Die "Nachtwachen" ist romantisches Werk von Ernst August Friedrich Klingemann, das dieser unter dem Pseudonym "Bonaventura" veröffentlicht hat. Es geht um einen Nachtwächter, der während seiner Rundgänge Betrachtungen und Spekulationen über die Einwohner seiner Stadt anstellt, über das Leben und den Tod sinniert, und seine eigene Lebensgeschichte erzählt. (Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/die-nachtwachen-des-bonaventura-by-bonaventura/ |
p die nachtwachen ist romantisches werk von ernst august friedrich klingemann das dieser unter dem pseudonym bonaventura veröffentlicht hat es geht um einen nachtwächter der während seiner rundgänge betrachtungen und spekulationen über die einwohner seiner stadt anstellt über das leben und den tod sinniert und seine eigene lebensgeschichte erzählt zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 1322 |
1304 |
1561 |
Midnight Queen |
May Agnes Fleming |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>May Agnes Fleming is renowned as Canada's first best-selling novelist. She wrote 42 novels, many of which have only been published posthumously.\nThe Midnight Queen is set in London, in the year of the plague 1665. Sir Norman Kingsley visits the soothsayer "La Masque" who shows him the vision of a beautiful young lady. Falling madly in love with her, he is astonished to find her only a short time later and saves her from being buried alive. He takes her home to care for her, but while he fetches a doctor, she disappears. Sir Kingsley and his friend Ormistan embark on an adventure to solve the mystery of the young lady - will they ever find her again? (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-midnight-queen-by-may-agnes-fleming/ |
p may agnes fleming renowned canada s first best selling novelist wrote 42 novels many published posthumously midnight queen set london year plague 1665 sir norman kingsley visits soothsayer la masque shows vision beautiful young lady falling madly love her astonished find short time later saves buried alive takes home care her fetches doctor disappears sir kingsley friend ormistan embark adventure solve mystery young lady ever find again summary availle p |
| 1323 |
1296 |
1553 |
Mary Barton |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Mary Barton is the first novel by English author Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1848. The story is set in the English city of Manchester during the 1830s and 1840s and deals heavily with the difficulties faced by the Victorian lower class.<br>\n\nThe novel begins in Manchester, where we are introduced to the Bartons and the Wilsons, two working class families. John Barton reveals himself to be a great questioner of the distribution of wealth and the relation between the rich and the poor. He also relates how his sister-in-law Esther has disappeared after she ran away from home.<br>\n\nSoon afterwards Mrs Barton dies, and John is left with his daughter Mary to cope in the harsh world around them. Having already been deeply affected by the loss of his son Tom at a young age, after the death of his wife, Barton tackles depression and begins to involve himself in the Chartist movement connected with the trade unions. (summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/mary-barton-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
mary barton first novel english author elizabeth gaskell published 1848 story set english city manchester 1830s 1840s deals heavily difficulties faced victorian lower class br novel begins manchester introduced bartons wilsons two working class families john barton reveals great questioner distribution wealth relation rich poor also relates sister in law esther disappeared ran away home br soon afterwards mrs barton dies john left daughter mary cope harsh world around them already deeply affected loss son tom young age death wife barton tackles depression begins involve chartist movement connected trade unions summary wikipedia |
| 1324 |
1297 |
1554 |
Heroes, or Greek Fairy Tales for my Children |
Charles Kingsley |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
The Heroes, or Greek Fairy Tales for my Children by Charles Kingsley is a collection of three Greek mythology stories: Perseus, The Argonauts, and Theseus. The author had a great fondness for Greek fairy tales and believed the adventures of the characters would inspire children to achieve higher goals with integrity.</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-heroes-or-greek-fairy-tales-for-my-children-by-charles-kingsley/ |
heroes greek fairy tales children charles kingsley collection three greek mythology stories perseus argonauts theseus author great fondness greek fairy tales believed adventures characters would inspire children achieve higher goals integrity p |
| 1325 |
1298 |
1555 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 001 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories originally published between 1931 and 1963, that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-001-by-various/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories originally published 1931 1963 entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 1326 |
1299 |
1556 |
Seitsemän veljestä |
Aleksis Kivi |
General Fiction |
<p>Seitsemän veljestä on tarina seitsemän nuoren suomalaisen miehen elämästä, unelmista, juopottelusta, tappeluista, ankarasta työnteosta, katumuksesta ja kasvamisesta vastuulliseen miehuuteen 1800-luvun yhteiskunnassa. --(summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Finnish |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/seitseman-veljesta-by-aleksis-kivi/ |
p seitsemän veljestä tarina seitsemän nuoren suomalaisen miehen elämästä unelmista juopottelusta tappeluista ankarasta työnteosta katumuksesta ja kasvamisesta vastuulliseen miehuuteen 1800 luvun yhteiskunnassa summary wikipedia p |
| 1327 |
1300 |
1557 |
Treasure Island (version 2) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<p>A mysterious map, pirates, and pieces of eight! When young Jim Hawkins finds a map to pirates’ gold he starts on an adventure that takes him from his English village to a desert island with the murderous Black Dog, half-mad Ben Gunn, and (of course) Long John Silver. Arr Jim lad! R.L. Stevenson (1850-1894) was born in Scotland and travelled extensively in California and the south Pacific. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) </p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-by-robert-louis-stevenson-2/ |
p a mysterious map pirates pieces eight young jim hawkins finds map pirates gold starts adventure takes english village desert island murderous black dog half mad ben gunn of course long john silver arr jim lad r l stevenson 1850 1894 born scotland travelled extensively california south pacific summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1328 |
1301 |
1558 |
Comédie Humaine: La Femme de trente ans |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<p><br>Malgré l'avis de son père, Juliette épouse l'homme dont elle est follement amoureuse, un colonel de Napoléon à l'avenir prometteur. </br><br>Les années passant, elle réalise que son père avait bien raison... </br><br>Un gentilhomme anglais, qui s'est épris d'elle, parvient à gagner son coeur. Elle restera malgré tout vertueuse, causant ainsi, sans le vouloir, sa mort. </br><br>Une nouvelle rencontre, M. de Vandenesse, changera drastiquement le cours de sa vie. </br><br>Cela aura des conséquences bien funestes sur le bonheur de sa famille.</br></p> <p><br>In spite of her father's opinion that the man is unworthy of her, Juliette marries her first love, a promising colonel of Napoleon. </br><br>As the years go by, she finds out her father was right...</br> <br>Her love is unexpectedly taken away by an Englishman who adores her. But, she will remain virtuous, causing his death.</br> <br>A new acquaintance, M. de Vandenesse, will drastically change her life. </br><br>This will have dreadful consequences on her family's happiness.</br></p> <br>(Summary by Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/la-femme-de-trente-ans-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
p br malgré l avis de son père juliette épouse l homme dont elle est follement amoureuse un colonel de napoléon à l avenir prometteur br br les années passant elle réalise que son père avait bien raison br br un gentilhomme anglais qui s est épris d elle parvient à gagner son coeur elle restera malgré tout vertueuse causant ainsi sans le vouloir sa mort br br une nouvelle rencontre m de vandenesse changera drastiquement le cours de sa vie br br cela aura des conséquences bien funestes sur le bonheur de sa famille br p p br in spite father s opinion man unworthy her juliette marries first love promising colonel napoleon br br as years go by finds father right br br her love unexpectedly taken away englishman adores her but remain virtuous causing death br br a new acquaintance m de vandenesse drastically change life br br this dreadful consequences family s happiness br p br summary ezwa br |
| 1329 |
1302 |
1559 |
Short Poetry Collection 052 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 052: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-052/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 052 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1330 |
1303 |
1560 |
Ghosts' Moonshine |
Thomas Lovell Beddoes |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 different recordings of <em>The Ghosts' Moonshine</em> by Thomas Lovell Beddoes. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 21st, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghosts-moonshine-by-thomas-lovell-beddoes/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 different recordings em the ghosts moonshine em thomas lovell beddoes weekly poetry project week october 21st 2007 br br |
| 1331 |
1342 |
1600 |
Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p/>Edith Nesbit, the author of Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare, felt passionately that young children should enjoy Shakespeare's great works. She set about to retell his plays in a language that children would not only understand, but delight in. This is a marvelous introduction to the works of Shakespeare that ALL will enjoy. (Summary by Laura)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-by-edith-nesbit/ |
p edith nesbit author beautiful stories shakespeare felt passionately young children enjoy shakespeare s great works set retell plays language children would understand delight in marvelous introduction works shakespeare enjoy summary laura p |
| 1332 |
1305 |
1562 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 05 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
</p>LibriVox readers present the fifth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. <br><br>William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p>\n |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-5 |
p librivox readers present fifth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts br br william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 1333 |
1306 |
1563 |
Principles of Economics, Book 2: Some Fundamental Notions |
Alfred Marshall |
Business & Economics |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the Principles of Economics in 1881 and he spent much of the next decade at work on the treatise. His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Wikipedia)<br /><br />The recording is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920. </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-book-2-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing principles economics 1881 spent much next decade work treatise plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all wikipedia br br the recording based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1334 |
1307 |
1564 |
God's Country—And the Woman |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>James Curwood wrote many adventures of the far north. By 1909 he had saved enough money to travel to the Canadian northwest, a trip that provided the inspiration for his wilderness adventure stories. The success of his novels afforded him the opportunity to return to the Yukon and Alaska for several months each year, which allowed him to write more than thirty such books.</p><p>The Canadian North is often referred to as "God's Country" </p>God’s Country is a tale of adventure, mystery and romance!</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/gods-country-and-the-woman/ |
p james curwood wrote many adventures far north 1909 saved enough money travel canadian northwest trip provided inspiration wilderness adventure stories success novels afforded opportunity return yukon alaska several months year allowed write thirty books p p the canadian north often referred god s country p god s country tale adventure mystery romance p |
| 1335 |
1308 |
1565 |
Mille et une nuits, tome 2 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Dinarzade et Schahriar étant toujours pendus à ses lèvres, Scheherazade poursuit ici ses récits captivants, prolongeant ainsi ses jours, nuit après nuit. </p><p>Dinarzade and Shahryar still captivated by her fascinating stories, Scheherazade goes on telling them, thus prolonging her life, night after night.</p> <p>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1704 |
https://librivox.org/les-mille-et-une-nuits-tome-deuxieme-by-anonymous/ |
p dinarzade et schahriar étant toujours pendus à ses lèvres scheherazade poursuit ici ses récits captivants prolongeant ainsi ses jours nuit après nuit p p dinarzade shahryar still captivated fascinating stories scheherazade goes telling them thus prolonging life night night p p summary ezwa p |
| 1336 |
1309 |
1567 |
Meaning of the Glorious Koran |
Mohammed Marmaduke Pickthall |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Other religions |
<p>The Koran (Qur'an) is regarded by Muslims as the word of God (Allah) as revealed to the prophet Muhammad. It is divided into 114 chapters (surahs), arranged roughly by length. This version, <i>The Meaning of the Glorious Koran</i>, is a widely used English translation of the Koran by a Muslim Englishman. Many Muslims, however, including Pickthall, believe that true translations of the Koran from the original Arabic are impossible, and see translations into other languages only as useful interpretations. (Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/the-meaning-of-the-glorious-koran-translated-by-mohammed-marmaduke-pickthall/ |
p the koran qur an regarded muslims word god allah revealed prophet muhammad divided 114 chapters surahs arranged roughly length version i the meaning glorious koran i widely used english translation koran muslim englishman many muslims however including pickthall believe true translations koran original arabic impossible see translations languages useful interpretations summary leon mire p |
| 1337 |
1310 |
1568 |
Theory of Social Revolutions |
Brooks Adams |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Brooks Adams (1848-1927), was an American historian and a critic of capitalism. He believed that commercial civilizations rise and fall in predictable cycles. First, masses of people draw together in large population centers and engage in commercial activities. As their desire for wealth grows, they discard spiritual and creative values. Their greed leads to distrust and dishonesty, and eventually the society crumbles. In The Law of Civilisation and Decay (1895), Adams noted that as new population centers emerged in the west, centers of world trade shifted from Constantinople to Venice to Amsterdam to London. He predicted in America’s Economic Supremacy (1900) that New York would become the centre for world trade. The Theory of Social Revolutions was written in 1913. (Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-theory-of-social-revolutions-by-brooks-adams/ |
brooks adams 1848 1927 american historian critic capitalism believed commercial civilizations rise fall predictable cycles first masses people draw together large population centers engage commercial activities desire wealth grows discard spiritual creative values greed leads distrust dishonesty eventually society crumbles law civilisation decay 1895 adams noted new population centers emerged west centers world trade shifted constantinople venice amsterdam london predicted america s economic supremacy 1900 new york would become centre world trade theory social revolutions written 1913 wikipedia p |
| 1338 |
1312 |
1570 |
Greylorn |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
<p>Commander Greylorn has a problem. No, actually he has two of them. It's not enough that the remaining residents of Earth have pinned their last hope of salvation on him and his mission. He has to find a colony that presumedly was established at an unknown star two centuries before and beg their help. But first, he has the small matter of a mutiny on board his starship, and people are trying to kill him!<br></br>Written in an era when radios used vacuum tubes, the scientific component of the story is quaint and dated. But Laumer makes the centerpiece of his tale the retelling of how, four years out on the voyage, his crew decides it wants to give up and go home when it meets an alien race... that apparently breeds humans in captivity as food animals!<br></br>Beating the aliens, shanghaiing the crew, finding the colony and saving Mother Earth - just the ingredients for a rattling good yarn! (summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1968 |
https://librivox.org/greylorn-by-keith-laumer/ |
p commander greylorn problem no actually two them enough remaining residents earth pinned last hope salvation mission find colony presumedly established unknown star two centuries beg help first small matter mutiny board starship people trying kill him br br written era radios used vacuum tubes scientific component story quaint dated laumer makes centerpiece tale retelling how four years voyage crew decides wants give go home meets alien race apparently breeds humans captivity food animals br br beating aliens shanghaiing crew finding colony saving mother earth ingredients rattling good yarn summary mark f smith p |
| 1339 |
1313 |
1571 |
Case of the Pocket Diary Found in the Snow |
Grace Isabel Colbron |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The account of some adventures in the professional experience of a member of the Imperial Austrian Police. (from the text)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-the-pocket-diary-found-in-the-snow-by-augusta-groner/ |
p the account adventures professional experience member imperial austrian police from text p |
| 1340 |
1314 |
1572 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 020 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 020: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-020/ |
librivox s short story collection 020 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1341 |
1315 |
1573 |
Pellucidar |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Pellucidar is a fictional "Hollow Earth" milieu invented by Edgar Rice Burroughs for a series of action adventure stories. The stories initially involve the adventures of mining heir David Innes and his inventor friend Abner Perry after they use an "iron mole" to burrow 500 miles into the earth's crust. This is the second book in the series. (adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pellucidar-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p pellucidar fictional hollow earth milieu invented edgar rice burroughs series action adventure stories stories initially involve adventures mining heir david innes inventor friend abner perry use iron mole burrow 500 miles earth s crust second book series adapted wikipedia p |
| 1342 |
1316 |
1574 |
On the Elementary Electrical Charge |
Robert Andrews Millikan |
*Non-fiction, Science |
The experiments herewith reported were undertaken with the view of introducing certain improvements into the oil-drop method of determining e and N and thus obtaining a higher accuracy than had before been possible in the evaluation of these most fundamental constants.Physical Review, Vol. II, No. 2 <p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-elementary-electrical-charge-by-robert-millikan/ |
experiments herewith reported undertaken view introducing certain improvements oil drop method determining e n thus obtaining higher accuracy possible evaluation fundamental constants physical review vol ii no 2 p |
| 1343 |
1317 |
1575 |
Myths and Legends of All Nations |
Logan Marshall |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This excellent book contains many great stories from the various mythologies of man throughout the ages. </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-all-nations/ |
excellent book contains many great stories various mythologies man throughout ages p |
| 1344 |
1318 |
1576 |
Astrophil and Stella |
Sir Philip Sidney |
Poetry |
Astrophil and Stella is a sonnet sequence written by Philip Sidney, an Elizabethan poet and courtier. It details the frustrated love of Astrophil (whose name means "star-lover") for his beloved Stella (whose name means "star"). It is likely that Sidney based his poems on his own unrequited passion for a married woman. The sequence inspired other sonnet writers of the period, such as Edmund Spenser, William Shakespeare, and Lady Mary Wroth. (Summary written by Elizabeth Klett)<p> |
English |
1591 |
https://librivox.org/astrophil-and-stella-by-sir-philip-sidney/ |
astrophil stella sonnet sequence written philip sidney elizabethan poet courtier details frustrated love astrophil whose name means star lover beloved stella whose name means star likely sidney based poems unrequited passion married woman sequence inspired sonnet writers period edmund spenser william shakespeare lady mary wroth summary written elizabeth klett p |
| 1345 |
1319 |
1577 |
Ricordi di Parigi |
Edmondo de Amicis |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Memoirs of a trip to Paris.<p> |
Italian |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/ricordi-di-parigi-by-edmondo-de-amicis/ |
memoirs trip paris p |
| 1346 |
1320 |
1578 |
Principles of Economics, Book 3: On Wants and Their Satisfaction |
Alfred Marshall |
*Non-fiction |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-book-3-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing book 1881 spent much next decade work it br br his plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all summary wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1347 |
1352 |
1612 |
Short Poetry Collection 053 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 053: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-053/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 053 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1348 |
1321 |
1579 |
Life In Mexico |
Frances Calderón de la Barca |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>FRANCES CALDERON DE LA BARCA, born in Edinburgh, 1804, the daughter of William Inglis. After her father's death she settled in America, where she married the Spanish diplomat, Don Angel Calderon de la Barca. She accompanied him on his various appointments to Mexico, Washington, and finally to Madrid, where she was created Marquesa de Calderon de la Barca by Alfonso XII and died in 1882. <br>The present work is the result of observations made during a two years' residence in Mexico, by a lady, whose position there made her intimately acquainted with its society, and opened to her the best sources of information in regard to whatever could interest an enlightened foreigner. It consists of letters written to the members of her own family, and, really, not intended originally--however incredible the assertion—for publication. <br>Taken from text itself and part of preface.\n </p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-mexico-by-frances-calderon-de-la-barca/ |
p frances calderon de la barca born edinburgh 1804 daughter william inglis father s death settled america married spanish diplomat angel calderon de la barca accompanied various appointments mexico washington finally madrid created marquesa de calderon de la barca alfonso xii died 1882 br the present work result observations made two years residence mexico lady whose position made intimately acquainted society opened best sources information regard whatever could interest enlightened foreigner consists letters written members family and really intended originally however incredible assertion for publication br taken text part preface p |
| 1349 |
1322 |
1580 |
Bible (ASV) NT 03: Luke |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Gospel of Luke is a synoptic Gospel, and the third and longest of the four canonical Gospels of the New Testament. The text narrates the life of Jesus, with particular interest concerning his birth, ministry, death, and resurrection; and it ends with an account of the ascension. The author is characteristically concerned with social ethics, the poor, women, and other oppressed groups. Certain well-loved stories on these themes, such as the prodigal son and the good Samaritan, are found only in this gospel. The Gospel also has a special emphasis on prayer, the activity of the Holy Spirit, and joyfulness. D. Guthrie stated, “it is full of superb stories and leaves the reader with a deep impression of the personality and teachings of Jesus."</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-according-to-st-luke-asv-ss/ |
p the gospel luke synoptic gospel third longest four canonical gospels new testament text narrates life jesus particular interest concerning birth ministry death resurrection ends account ascension author characteristically concerned social ethics poor women oppressed groups certain well loved stories themes prodigal son good samaritan found gospel gospel also special emphasis prayer activity holy spirit joyfulness d guthrie stated it full superb stories leaves reader deep impression personality teachings jesus p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1350 |
1323 |
1581 |
Peterkin Papers (version 2) |
Lucretia P. Hale |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Peterkin Papers is a book-length collection of humorous stories by Lucretia Peabody Hale, and is her best-known work. The Peterkins are a lovable but comically inept family with ingenuity, logic, resourcefulness, and energy—but not common sense. Many chapters show the family trying to solve some problem in a roundabout way, failing, and eventually being rescued by "the wise old lady from Philadelphia," who cuts the Gordian knot with an effective but prosaic solution. The charm of the story is not in the plot, but in the telling, building up layers of complication, and the affectionate fun poked at the not-quite-cartoonish characters. The "wise old lady's" solution is usually obvious to the reader, even the young listener, from the start. (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-peterkin-papers-version-2-by-lucretia-p-hale/ |
p the peterkin papers book length collection humorous stories lucretia peabody hale best known work peterkins lovable comically inept family ingenuity logic resourcefulness energy but common sense many chapters show family trying solve problem roundabout way failing eventually rescued the wise old lady philadelphia cuts gordian knot effective prosaic solution charm story plot telling building layers complication affectionate fun poked not quite cartoonish characters wise old lady s solution usually obvious reader even young listener start summary wikipedia p |
| 1351 |
1324 |
1582 |
Charles Dickens |
G. K. Chesterton |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism |
<p>G. K. Chesterton was a great admirer of Charles Dickens, and wrote a noted critique of Dickens' works expressing his opinion in his own inimitable style. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p g k chesterton great admirer charles dickens wrote noted critique dickens works expressing opinion inimitable style summary karen merline p |
| 1352 |
1325 |
1583 |
Nephelidia |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 readings of <em>Nephelidia</em> by Algernon Charles Swinburne. Note: "Nephelidia" means "Cloudlets"; the poem is Swinburne's parody of his own style.<br /><br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/nephelidia-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 readings em nephelidia em algernon charles swinburne note nephelidia means cloudlets poem swinburne s parody style br br |
| 1353 |
1326 |
1584 |
Principles of Economics, Book 4: The Agents of Production |
Alfred Marshall |
*Non-fiction |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principle-of-economics-book-4-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing book 1881 spent much next decade work it br br his plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all summary wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1354 |
1360 |
1620 |
Ode to Autumn |
John Keats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>Ode to Autumn</em> by John Keats. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 11th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/ode-to-autumn-by-john-keats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em ode autumn em john keats weekly poetry project week november 11th 2007 br br |
| 1355 |
1328 |
1586 |
Dog Crusoe and His Master |
R. M. Ballantyne |
General Fiction |
This is a story of an adventure involving a young man, his dog, and two friends. Together they wander through the Western prairies on a mission to make peace between the "pale-faces" and the "Red men". They face many perils and become heroes many times over. This wonderful story takes the characters (and the reader) on an action-packed journey through the Western prairies during the times when relations between the white man and the Natives were not always peaceful. (Summary by Allyson Hester)<p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-dog-crusoe-and-his-master-by-robert-michael-ballantyne/ |
story adventure involving young man dog two friends together wander western prairies mission make peace pale faces red men face many perils become heroes many times over wonderful story takes characters and reader action packed journey western prairies times relations white man natives always peaceful summary allyson hester p |
| 1356 |
1329 |
1587 |
Blue Envelope |
Roy J. Snell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>A mystery and adventure story for girls set in Alaska.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-envelope-by-roy-j-snell/ |
p a mystery adventure story girls set alaska p |
| 1357 |
1330 |
1588 |
Short History of the United States |
Edward Channing |
General, Early Modern |
<p>Channing's best known work, A History of the United States, is regarded as one of the most complete and accurate accounts of American history and received the 1926 Pulitzer Prize for History. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> \n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-history-of-the-united-states-by-edward-channing/ |
p channing s best known work history united states regarded one complete accurate accounts american history received 1926 pulitzer prize history summary wikipedia p |
| 1358 |
1331 |
1589 |
Murders in the Rue Morgue |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Detective Fiction |
<p>The Murders in the Rue Morgue" is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe in 1841. Poe referred to it as a "tale of ratiocination" featuring the brilliant deductions of C. Auguste Dupin; it is today regarded as one of the first detective stories and is almost certainly the first locked room mystery. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-murders-in-the-rue-morgue-by-edgar-allen-poe/ |
p the murders rue morgue short story written edgar allan poe 1841 poe referred tale ratiocination featuring brilliant deductions c auguste dupin today regarded one first detective stories almost certainly first locked room mystery summary wikipedia p |
| 1359 |
1332 |
1590 |
Myricae |
Giovanni Pascoli |
Poetry, Single author |
<p>Myricae, è la raccolta di poesie più amata dal Pascoli. [...] Nel 1903, la raccolta definitiva comprendeva 156 liriche del poeta. I componimenti in esso raccolti sono dedicati al ciclo delle stagioni, al lavoro dei campi e alla vita contadina. Il titolo indica la modestia e la semplicità della poetica. Le myricae, le umili tamerici, diventano un simbolo delle tematiche del Pascoli ed evocano riflessioni profonde. La descrizione realistica cela un significato più ampio così che, dal mondo contadino si arriva poi ad un significato universale. La rappresentazione della vita nei campi e della condizione contadina è solo all'apparenza il messaggio che il poeta vuole trasmettere con le sue opere. [...] Il significato delle Myricae, va quindi oltre l'apparenza. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/myricae-by-giovanni-pascoli/ |
p myricae è la raccolta di poesie più amata dal pascoli nel 1903 la raccolta definitiva comprendeva 156 liriche del poeta componimenti esso raccolti sono dedicati al ciclo delle stagioni al lavoro dei campi e alla vita contadina il titolo indica la modestia e la semplicità della poetica le myricae le umili tamerici diventano un simbolo delle tematiche del pascoli ed evocano riflessioni profonde la descrizione realistica cela un significato più ampio così che dal mondo contadino si arriva poi ad un significato universale la rappresentazione della vita nei campi e della condizione contadina è solo all apparenza il messaggio che il poeta vuole trasmettere con le sue opere il significato delle myricae va quindi oltre l apparenza summary wikipedia p |
| 1360 |
1333 |
1591 |
Quest of the Silver Fleece |
W. E. B. Du Bois |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>The Quest of the Silver Fleece</i> is a story of romance, race, economics and politics set around the 1900s. Here, a traditionally educated boy and an unschooled “swamp girl” each begin a journey toward love, ambition and redemption in the “Old South.” (Summary by AJai Hilton)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-quest-of-the-silver-fleece-by-w-e-b-du-bois/ |
p i the quest silver fleece i story romance race economics politics set around 1900s here traditionally educated boy unschooled swamp girl begin journey toward love ambition redemption old south summary ajai hilton p |
| 1361 |
1334 |
1592 |
My Ántonia |
Willa Sibert Cather |
Historical Fiction |
My Ántonia tells the stories of several immigrant families who move out to rural Nebraska to start new lives in America, with a particular focus on a Bohemian family, the Shimerdas, whose eldest daughter is named Ántonia. The book’s narrator, Jim Burden, arrives in the fictional town of Black Hawk, Nebraska, on the same train as the Shimerdas, as he goes to live with his grandparents after his parents have died. Jim develops strong feelings for Ántonia, something between a crush and a filial bond, and the reader views Ántonia’s life, including its attendant struggles and triumphs, through that lens. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/my-antonia-by-willa-cather/ |
ántonia tells stories several immigrant families move rural nebraska start new lives america particular focus bohemian family shimerdas whose eldest daughter named ántonia book s narrator jim burden arrives fictional town black hawk nebraska train shimerdas goes live grandparents parents died jim develops strong feelings ántonia something crush filial bond reader views ántonia s life including attendant struggles triumphs lens summary wikipedia p |
| 1362 |
1335 |
1593 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 08 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Le Livre huitième des Fables de La Fontaine est le plus volumineux des douze livres qui composent l'oeuvre fabuliste du célèbre écrivain. Celui-ci délaisse d'avantage les animaux dans ce livre, pour mettre en scène l'homme lui-même dans 15 des 27 fables de ce livre. De La Fontaine nous Interpelle: ses fables deviennent plus longues et affichent un écriture plus sophistiquée que dans les livres précédents. Écoutez combien, sous la plume du fabuliste, l'homme est cette bête si curieuse et fascinante. <br><em>(Jean LAMBERT) </em></br></p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-08-jl/ |
p le livre huitième des fables de la fontaine est le plus volumineux des douze livres qui composent l oeuvre fabuliste du célèbre écrivain celui ci délaisse d avantage les animaux dans ce livre pour mettre en scène l homme lui même dans 15 des 27 fables de ce livre de la fontaine nous interpelle ses fables deviennent plus longues et affichent un écriture plus sophistiquée que dans les livres précédents écoutez combien sous la plume du fabuliste l homme est cette bête si curieuse et fascinante br em jean lambert em br p |
| 1363 |
1368 |
1629 |
Short Poetry Collection 054 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 054: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-054/ |
br librivox s short poetry collection 054 collection 20 public domain poems br br |
| 1364 |
1336 |
1594 |
Letters from Egypt |
Lucie Duff-Gordon |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
As a girl, Lady Duff-Gordon was noted both for her beauty and intelligence. As an author, she is most famous for this collection of letters from Egypt. Lady Duff-Gordon had tuberculosis, and went to Egypt for her health. This collection of her personal letters to her mother and her husband. By all accounts everyone loved her, and the letters are very personal in style and content. The letters are as much an introduction to her person as a record of her life on the Upper Nile. <p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-egypt-by-lady-lucie-duff-gordon/ |
girl lady duff gordon noted beauty intelligence author famous collection letters egypt lady duff gordon tuberculosis went egypt health collection personal letters mother husband accounts everyone loved her letters personal style content letters much introduction person record life upper nile p |
| 1365 |
1337 |
1595 |
Cattle Brands |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Short Stories, Westerns |
<p>Cattle Brands is a collection of 14 entertaining short stories depicting not only the life of cowboys in the wild, wild West, but also the harrowing skirmishes with banditos, thrilling shoot-outs, attempt at and the recapture of stolen chattel from fierce desperados, and much, much more exciting accounts that make one think it all actually happened. (Summary by Kehinde)</p> \n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/cattle-brands-by-andy-adams/ |
p cattle brands collection 14 entertaining short stories depicting life cowboys wild wild west also harrowing skirmishes banditos thrilling shoot outs attempt recapture stolen chattel fierce desperados much much exciting accounts make one think actually happened summary kehinde p |
| 1366 |
1338 |
1596 |
Cuore |
Edmondo de Amicis |
Children's Fiction |
<p>ENGLISH: <br/>Heart (Italian: Cuore) was a children's novel written by Italian author Edmondo De Amicis. It is set during the Italian unification, and includes several patriotic themes. It was issued by Treves on October 17, 1886, the first day of school in Italy, and rose to immediate success. </p><p>The novel is written in a diary form as told by Enrico Bottini, a 10-year old primary school student in Italy with an upper class background who is surrounded by classmates of working class origin. The entire chronological setting corresponds to the third-grade season. </p><p> Enrico's parents and older siblings sometimes correspond with Enrico through the means of his diary: his teacher assigns him with homework dealing with stories of children throughout the Italian states, who should serve as role models - the stories are then given in full as Enrico is supposed to have written them. Most topics revolve around moral values, and the predilect ones include helping those in need, love for family and friends, and patriotism.</p> <p>ITALIAN: <br/>Cuore è un romanzo scritto nel 1886 da Edmondo de Amicis, pubblicato nel 1888. </p><p>Fu un grande successo, tanto che de Amicis divenne lo scrittore più letto d'Italia. L'ambientazione è l'indomani dell'unità d'Italia, e il testo ha il chiaro scopo di insegnare ai giovani cittadini del Regno le virtù civili, ossia l'amore per la patria, il rispetto per le autorità e per i genitori, lo spirito di sacrificio, l'eroismo, la carità, la pietà, l'obbedienza e la sopportazioni delle disgrazie. </p><p>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/cuore-by-edmondo-de-amicis/ |
p english br heart italian cuore children s novel written italian author edmondo de amicis set italian unification includes several patriotic themes issued treves october 17 1886 first day school italy rose immediate success p p the novel written diary form told enrico bottini 10 year old primary school student italy upper class background surrounded classmates working class origin entire chronological setting corresponds third grade season p p enrico s parents older siblings sometimes correspond enrico means diary teacher assigns homework dealing stories children throughout italian states serve role models stories given full enrico supposed written them topics revolve around moral values predilect ones include helping need love family friends patriotism p p italian br cuore è un romanzo scritto nel 1886 da edmondo de amicis pubblicato nel 1888 p p fu un grande successo tanto che de amicis divenne lo scrittore più letto d italia l ambientazione è l indomani dell unità d italia e il testo ha il chiaro scopo di insegnare ai giovani cittadini del regno le virtù civili ossia l amore per la patria il rispetto per le autorità e per genitori lo spirito di sacrificio l eroismo la carità la pietà l obbedienza e la sopportazioni delle disgrazie p p summary wikipedia p |
| 1367 |
1339 |
1597 |
Varney, the Vampyre Vol. 1 |
Thomas Peckett Prest |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>This is volume 1 of 3. <br><br> Originally published as a penny dreadful from 1845 until 1847, when it first appeared in book form, <i>Varney the Vampyre</i> is a forerunner to vampire stories such as <i>Dracula</i>, which it heavily influenced.<br /><br />Flora Bannersworth is attacked in her own room in the middle of the night, and although her attacker is seemingly shot dead, the body is nowhere to be found. The discovery of two small bite marks on Flora's neck leads Mr Marchdale, an old friend of the family, to the conclusion that she was bitten by a vampire. While Flora recovers, her brother Henry and Mr Marchdale begin their hunt for the vampire. Their suspicions soon fall on the mysterious Sir Francis Varney, who has just bought an old abbey near Bannersworth Hall, and who bears an uncanny resemblance to Marmaduke Bannersworth, a long-dead ancestor of the family. (Summary by Annika Feilbach) </p>\n\n<b>Note that the original text does not have chapters labeled 41-43. The chapters have been renumbered to be consecutive in this project.</b><br> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/varney-the-vampyre-vol-1-by-t-p-prest/ |
p this volume 1 3 br br originally published penny dreadful 1845 1847 first appeared book form i varney vampyre i forerunner vampire stories i dracula i heavily influenced br br flora bannersworth attacked room middle night although attacker seemingly shot dead body nowhere found discovery two small bite marks flora s neck leads mr marchdale old friend family conclusion bitten vampire flora recovers brother henry mr marchdale begin hunt vampire suspicions soon fall mysterious sir francis varney bought old abbey near bannersworth hall bears uncanny resemblance marmaduke bannersworth long dead ancestor family summary annika feilbach p b note original text chapters labeled 41 43 chapters renumbered consecutive project b br |
| 1368 |
1340 |
1598 |
Short Poetry Collection 129 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 13 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2014. <br/><br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-129/ |
collection 13 poems read librivox volunteers february 2014 br br |
| 1369 |
1341 |
1599 |
Landarzt. Kleine Erzählungen |
Franz Kafka |
General Fiction |
Die Erzählung Ein Landarzt von Franz Kafka entstand im Jahr 1917 und wurde 1918 veröffentlicht. Im Jahre 1919 erschien das Buch Ein Landarzt mit der Erzählung gleichen Titels und dreizehn weiteren Prosatexten.\nKafka selbst bezeichnete "Ein Landarzt" (die einzelne Erzählung, nicht die Sammlung) als eine der wenigen wirklich gelungenen Erzählungen von ihm. Zweifellos zeichnet sich diese Geschichte auch tatsächlich durch meisterliches dichterisches Können aus. Doch angesichts der zahlreichen anderen hervorragenden Erzählungen offenbart Kafkas Einschätzung von "Ein Landarzt" seinen hohen Anspruch an sich selbst, der im übrigen als Argument für die Ernsthaftigkeit der Anweisung Kafkas an Max Brod angeführt werden kann, wonach Brod nach Kafkas Tod den Großteil des Gesamtwerkes vernichten sollte.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/ein-landarzt-by-franz-kafka/ |
die erzählung ein landarzt von franz kafka entstand im jahr 1917 und wurde 1918 veröffentlicht im jahre 1919 erschien das buch ein landarzt mit der erzählung gleichen titels und dreizehn weiteren prosatexten kafka selbst bezeichnete ein landarzt die einzelne erzählung nicht die sammlung als eine der wenigen wirklich gelungenen erzählungen von ihm zweifellos zeichnet sich diese geschichte auch tatsächlich durch meisterliches dichterisches können aus doch angesichts der zahlreichen anderen hervorragenden erzählungen offenbart kafkas einschätzung von ein landarzt seinen hohen anspruch sich selbst der im übrigen als argument für die ernsthaftigkeit der anweisung kafkas max brod angeführt werden kann wonach brod nach kafkas tod den großteil des gesamtwerkes vernichten sollte summary wikipedia p |
| 1370 |
1369 |
1630 |
In God's Garden |
Amy Steedman |
Religion |
<p>"In this book you will not find the stories of all God's saints. I have gathered a few together, just as one gathers a little posy from a garden full of roses. But the stories I have chosen to tell are those that I hope children will love best to hear." (excerpt from In God's Garden by Amy Steedman)</p> \n\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/in-gods-garden-by-amy-steedman/ |
p in book find stories god s saints gathered together one gathers little posy garden full roses stories chosen tell hope children love best hear excerpt god s garden amy steedman p |
| 1371 |
1343 |
1601 |
lotgevallen van Ferdinand Huyck |
Jacob van Lennep |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Een avonturenroman vol mysteries - met zeerovers, struikrovers, schipbreuken, moord en doodslag - afgunst, wraak en rampspoed afgewisseld door humor en liefde.</p><p> Ferdinand Huyck, de zoon van de hoofdschout in Amsterdam, keert na een jarenlange reis terug in Nederland. Onderweg ontmoet hij Henriette Blaek, die hij al snel niet meer uit zijn gedachten kan zetten. Nog voor hij Amsterdam kan bereiken wordt hij echter bij Naarden overvallen en beroofd door struikrovers. Een geheimzinnige man, die zich Bos noemt, redt hem zijn leven. Wie is die heer Bos, die zich, met zijn mooie dochter Amelia, verschuilt voor de politie? En hoe moet Ferdinand zich eruit redden als Henriette hem toevallig ziet in gezelschap van Amelia, en zijn vader de hoofdschout ook hoe langer hoe meer achterdochtig wordt over zijn gedrag? Hij kan de waarheid niet vertellen, omdat hij beloofd heeft om de heer Bos en zijn dochter niet te verraden… Dit is het begin van een aaneenschakeling van avonturen.</p><p>Laat je niet afschrikken door de wat droge inleiding - de actie begint direct in hoofdstuk 1![samenvatting door Anna Simon]</p><p>A book filled with mysterious adventures - pirates, bandits, shipwrecks and murder - jealousy, revenge and disaster mixed with humor and love.Ferdinand Huyck returns to Amsterdam after a two years’ journey. Before he reaches his destination, however, he is mugged and robbed. A mysterious man, who calls himself ‘Bos’, saves his life. Who is this Mister Bos, who is in hiding from the police, with his beautiful daughter Amelia? This is the start of an adventure.[Anna Simon]</p> |
Dutch |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/de-lotgevallen-van-ferdinand-huyck/ |
p een avonturenroman vol mysteries met zeerovers struikrovers schipbreuken moord en doodslag afgunst wraak en rampspoed afgewisseld door humor en liefde p p ferdinand huyck de zoon van de hoofdschout amsterdam keert na een jarenlange reis terug nederland onderweg ontmoet hij henriette blaek die hij al snel niet meer uit zijn gedachten kan zetten nog voor hij amsterdam kan bereiken wordt hij echter bij naarden overvallen en beroofd door struikrovers een geheimzinnige man die zich bos noemt redt hem zijn leven wie die heer bos die zich met zijn mooie dochter amelia verschuilt voor de politie en hoe moet ferdinand zich eruit redden als henriette hem toevallig ziet gezelschap van amelia en zijn vader de hoofdschout ook hoe langer hoe meer achterdochtig wordt zijn gedrag hij kan de waarheid niet vertellen omdat hij beloofd heeft om de heer bos en zijn dochter niet te verraden dit het begin van een aaneenschakeling van avonturen p p laat je niet afschrikken door de wat droge inleiding de actie begint direct hoofdstuk 1 samenvatting door anna simon p p a book filled mysterious adventures pirates bandits shipwrecks murder jealousy revenge disaster mixed humor love ferdinand huyck returns amsterdam two years journey reaches destination however mugged robbed mysterious man calls bos saves life mister bos hiding police beautiful daughter amelia start adventure anna simon p |
| 1372 |
1344 |
1602 |
Confessions of Two Brothers |
John Cowper Powys |
Memoirs |
<p>A short self portrait of Powys’ beliefs, temperament and peculiarities which prefigures his later, greater Autobiography. (Summary by Keri Ford)</p> \n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-of-two-brothers-by-john-cowper-powys-and-llewelyn-powys/ |
p a short self portrait powys beliefs temperament peculiarities prefigures later greater autobiography summary keri ford p |
| 1373 |
1345 |
1603 |
Fifty Famous Stories Retold |
James Baldwin |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin is a collection of short stories that give a snapshot into the life of a legendary hero or an event in history. Hear how Alexander the Great tamed Bucephalus, the kindness of Doctor Goldsmith, William Tell, George Washington and his hatchet, King Alfred as well as many other interesting tales. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-famous-stories-retold-by-james-baldwin/ |
p fifty famous stories retold james baldwin collection short stories give snapshot life legendary hero event history hear alexander great tamed bucephalus kindness doctor goldsmith william tell george washington hatchet king alfred well many interesting tales summary laura caldwell p |
| 1374 |
1346 |
1605 |
Trailin'! |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
<br />“Max Brand", the most used pseudonym of Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944), is best known today for his western fiction. Faust began in the early twentieth century selling his stories to the pulp magazines, writing in many genres under numerous pseudonyms. He is probably best known as the creator of the character Destry. His novel Destry Rides Again has been filmed several times, most notably the 1939 version starring James Stewart and Marlene Dietrich. Also his character Dr. Kildare which was popularized in film and on television earned him a fortune. <br />Faust’s novel <em>The Untamed</em>, the first of three novels featuring the classic western hero Dan Barry was filmed in 1920, starring Tom Mix. Faust became a front line war correspondent and died of wounds received while traveling with American soldiers in Italy, May 12, 1944.<br></br>Trailin’ (1919) tells the story of Anthony Bard, a young aristocract from the east with a hunger for adventure, who sees his father murdered in the yard of their home. This starts young Anthony on a trail of vengeance that leads him to the far west. Here, Anthony, a tenderfoot with a knack for survival must track down a legendary outlaw who waits for him, not with a gun, but with a story. Along the way he braves the elements, resists a band of cold-blooded killers and finds love. A classic western revenge plot…..with a twist. (summary by Rowdy Delaney) <br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/trailin-by-max-brand/ |
br max brand used pseudonym frederick schiller faust 1892 1944 best known today western fiction faust began early twentieth century selling stories pulp magazines writing many genres numerous pseudonyms probably best known creator character destry novel destry rides filmed several times notably 1939 version starring james stewart marlene dietrich also character dr kildare popularized film television earned fortune br faust s novel em the untamed em first three novels featuring classic western hero dan barry filmed 1920 starring tom mix faust became front line war correspondent died wounds received traveling american soldiers italy may 12 1944 br br trailin 1919 tells story anthony bard young aristocract east hunger adventure sees father murdered yard home starts young anthony trail vengeance leads far west here anthony tenderfoot knack survival must track legendary outlaw waits him gun story along way braves elements resists band cold blooded killers finds love classic western revenge plot with twist summary rowdy delaney br br |
| 1375 |
1347 |
1606 |
Travels in West Africa |
Mary H. Kingsley |
Travel & Geography |
<p>Mary Henrietta Kingsley (13 October 1862 – 3 June 1900) was an British explorer and writer who greatly influenced European ideas about Africa and its people. Kingsley was an outspoken critic of European colonialism, a champion for indigenous customs, and a dedicated campaigner for a revised British policy which supported traders and merchants over the needs of settlers and missionaries.<br /><br />Her adventures were extraordinary and fascinating. Among other things she fought with crocodiles, fell into native spear traps and was caught in a tornado on the slopes of Mount Cameroon. She traveled in West Africa wearing the same clothes she always wore in England: long, black, trailing skirts, tight waists, high collars and a small fur cap. These same clothes saved her life when she fell into a game pit, the many petticoats protecting her from being impaled on the stakes below.<br /><br />This is her story in her own words of her adventures and the people and culture of West Africa. (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/travels-in-west-africa-by-mary-kingsley/ |
p mary henrietta kingsley 13 october 1862 3 june 1900 british explorer writer greatly influenced european ideas africa people kingsley outspoken critic european colonialism champion indigenous customs dedicated campaigner revised british policy supported traders merchants needs settlers missionaries br br her adventures extraordinary fascinating among things fought crocodiles fell native spear traps caught tornado slopes mount cameroon traveled west africa wearing clothes always wore england long black trailing skirts tight waists high collars small fur cap clothes saved life fell game pit many petticoats protecting impaled stakes below br br this story words adventures people culture west africa summary kehinde p |
| 1376 |
1348 |
1607 |
Secret |
William Cosmo Monkhouse |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of <em>The Secret</em> by Cosmo Monkhouse. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 4th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-by-cosmo-monkhouse/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings em the secret em cosmo monkhouse weekly poetry project week november 4th 2007 br br |
| 1377 |
1349 |
1608 |
Return |
John J. McGuire |
Science Fiction |
Two-hundred years after a global nuclear war, two explorers from a research outpost, that largely survived the cataclysm, discover a settlement of humans who have managed to maintain their civilisation despite ferocious cannibal neighbours, the Scowrers. However, the explorers must turn detective in order to understand the mystery of their hosts philosophy and religion. (Description by Reynard)<p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-return/ |
two hundred years global nuclear war two explorers research outpost largely survived cataclysm discover settlement humans managed maintain civilisation despite ferocious cannibal neighbours scowrers however explorers must turn detective order understand mystery hosts philosophy religion description reynard p |
| 1378 |
1800 |
2096 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 028 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 028: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-028/ |
p librivox s short story collection 028 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1379 |
1353 |
1613 |
Old Wives' Tale |
Arnold Bennett |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>The Old Wives' Tale is a novel by Arnold Bennett, first published in 1908. It deals with the lives of two very different sisters, Constance and Sophia Baines, following their stories from their youth, working in their mother's draper's shop, into old age. It is generally regarded as one of Bennett's finest works. It covers a period of about 70 years from roughly 1840 to 1905, and is set in Burslem and Paris. (Summary by Andy)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-wives-tale-by-arnold-bennett/ |
p the old wives tale novel arnold bennett first published 1908 deals lives two different sisters constance sophia baines following stories youth working mother s draper s shop old age generally regarded one bennett s finest works covers period 70 years roughly 1840 1905 set burslem paris summary andy p |
| 1380 |
1354 |
1614 |
20.000 Meilen unter dem Meer |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
20.000 Meilen unter dem Meer ist ein Roman des französischen Schriftstellers Jules Verne. Der Roman ist vorgeblich ein Erlebnisbericht des französischen Professors Pierre Aronnax, Autor eines Werkes über „Die Geheimnisse der Meerestiefen“. Auf einer Expedition zur Klärung einer Reihe rätselhafter Schiffsunglücke, die von einem Unterwasserfahrzeug oder Seeungeheuer gekentert worden sein sollen, wird das fragliche Objekt gesichtet. Im Verlauf der anschließenden Verfolgungsjag werden Aronnax, sein Diener Conseil und der kanadische Harpunier Ned Land ins offene Meer gespült, finden aber letztlich auf der Oberfläche des vermeintlichen Seeungeheuers festen Boden unter den Füßen. Es stellt sich heraus, dass es sich tatsächlich um ein eisenbeschlagenes Unterseeboot handelt. Nach einiger Zeit öffnet sich eine Luke und die drei Männer werden von Mannschaftsangehörigen des Gefährts in eine Zelle geführt, später dem Kapitän vorgeführt, der sich dann als „Nemo“ − lateinisch für „Niemand“ – vorstellt. <br>Mit der Zeit erfährt Aronnax in Gesprächen mit dem mysteriösen Nemo Details über die technischen Fähigkeiten des Unterseeboots, der Nautilus, jedoch kaum etwas über ihren Kapitän und ihre Mannschaft. Die drei Gestrandeten sind gezwungen, an Bord der Nautilus eine Weltreise unter Wasser mitzumachen, und erleben allerlei Abenteuer; sie kämpfen gegen einen Riesenkraken und einen Hai, sehen die Ruinen des versunkenen Atlantis und sind an Bord, als Kapitän Nemo mit seiner Nautilus als erster Mensch den Südpol erreicht. <br>(Zusammenfassung von Sonja und Wikipedia)\n<br><p><small>An English version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/twenty-thousand-leagues-under-the-sea-by-jules-verne/">Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea</a></small></p> |
German |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/zwanzigtausend-meilen-unterm-meer/ |
20 000 meilen unter dem meer ist ein roman des französischen schriftstellers jules verne der roman ist vorgeblich ein erlebnisbericht des französischen professors pierre aronnax autor eines werkes über die geheimnisse der meerestiefen auf einer expedition zur klärung einer reihe rätselhafter schiffsunglücke die von einem unterwasserfahrzeug oder seeungeheuer gekentert worden sein sollen wird das fragliche objekt gesichtet im verlauf der anschließenden verfolgungsjag werden aronnax sein diener conseil und der kanadische harpunier ned land ins offene meer gespült finden aber letztlich auf der oberfläche des vermeintlichen seeungeheuers festen boden unter den füßen es stellt sich heraus dass es sich tatsächlich um ein eisenbeschlagenes unterseeboot handelt nach einiger zeit öffnet sich eine luke und die drei männer werden von mannschaftsangehörigen des gefährts eine zelle geführt später dem kapitän vorgeführt der sich dann als nemo lateinisch für niemand vorstellt br mit der zeit erfährt aronnax gesprächen mit dem mysteriösen nemo details über die technischen fähigkeiten des unterseeboots der nautilus jedoch kaum etwas über ihren kapitän und ihre mannschaft die drei gestrandeten sind gezwungen bord der nautilus eine weltreise unter wasser mitzumachen und erleben allerlei abenteuer sie kämpfen gegen einen riesenkraken und einen hai sehen die ruinen des versunkenen atlantis und sind bord als kapitän nemo mit seiner nautilus als erster mensch den südpol erreicht br zusammenfassung von sonja und wikipedia br p small an english version available a href http librivox org twenty thousand leagues under the sea by jules verne twenty thousand leagues sea a small p |
| 1381 |
1355 |
1615 |
Brotherhood of the Seven Kings |
Robert Eustace |
Detective Fiction |
<p><br />"THAT a secret society, based upon the lines of similar institutions so notorious on the Continent during the last century, could ever have existed in the London of our day may seem impossible. Such a society, however, not only did exist, but through the instrumentality of a woman of unparalleled capacity and genius, obtained a firm footing. A century ago the Brotherhood of the Seven Kings was a name hardly whispered without horror and fear in Italy, and now, by the fascinations and influence of one woman, it began to accomplish fresh deeds of unparalleled daring and subtlety in London. By the wide extent of its scientific resources, and the impregnable secrecy of its organisations, it threatened to become a formidable menace to society, as well as a source of serious anxiety to the authorities of the law." (excerpt from <i>The Brotherhood of the Seven Kings</i>) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-brotherhood-of-the-seven-kings-by-l-t-meade-and-robert-eustace/ |
p br that secret society based upon lines similar institutions notorious continent last century could ever existed london day may seem impossible society however exist instrumentality woman unparalleled capacity genius obtained firm footing century ago brotherhood seven kings name hardly whispered without horror fear italy now fascinations influence one woman began accomplish fresh deeds unparalleled daring subtlety london wide extent scientific resources impregnable secrecy organisations threatened become formidable menace society well source serious anxiety authorities law excerpt i the brotherhood seven kings i p |
| 1382 |
1356 |
1616 |
Wild Life in Woods and Fields |
Arabella B. Buckley |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Science |
Wild Life in Woods and Fields by Arabella B. Buckley is a collection of stories that will encourage children to become little naturalists and explore the majesty of the great outdoors. This is science taught in such a charming, delightful way that children will learn without even realizing it! (Summary by Laura Caldwell)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/wild-life-in-woods-and-fields-by-arabella-b-buckley/ |
wild life woods fields arabella b buckley collection stories encourage children become little naturalists explore majesty great outdoors science taught charming delightful way children learn without even realizing it summary laura caldwell p |
| 1383 |
1357 |
1617 |
Bible (ASV) NT 05: Acts |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Acts of the Apostles is a book of the Bible, which now stands fifth in the New Testament. Acts tells the story of the Early Christian church, with particular emphasis on the ministry of the Twelve Apostles and of Paul of Tarsus. The early chapters, set in Jerusalem, discuss Jesus's Resurrection, his Ascension, the coming of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost, how God added disciples to the Christ's church, and the start of the Twelve Apostles' ministry. The later chapters discuss Paul's conversion, his ministry, and finally his arrest and imprisonment and trip to Rome.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia and Sam Stinson)</br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-acts-of-the-apostles-asv-ss/ |
p the acts apostles book bible stands fifth new testament acts tells story early christian church particular emphasis ministry twelve apostles paul tarsus early chapters set jerusalem discuss jesus s resurrection ascension coming holy spirit day pentecost god added disciples christ s church start twelve apostles ministry later chapters discuss paul s conversion ministry finally arrest imprisonment trip rome p br summary wikipedia sam stinson br |
| 1384 |
1358 |
1618 |
Horror Story Collection 002 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An occasional collection of 10 horror stories by various readers. We aim to unsettle you a little, to cut through the pink cushion of illusion that shields you from the horrible realities of life. Here are the walking dead, the fetid pools of slime, the howls in the night that you thought you had confined to your more unpleasant dreams.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/horror-story-collection-002/ |
occasional collection 10 horror stories various readers aim unsettle little cut pink cushion illusion shields horrible realities life walking dead fetid pools slime howls night thought confined unpleasant dreams p |
| 1385 |
1359 |
1619 |
Stage Land |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Essays & Short Works, Humor, Literary Criticism |
A comic look at the curious habits and customs of the inhabitants of 'Stage Land'. Dedicated to 'that highly respectable but unnecessarily retiring individual, of whom we hear so much but see so little, "the earnest student of drama".'</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/stage-land-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
comic look curious habits customs inhabitants stage land dedicated that highly respectable unnecessarily retiring individual hear much see little the earnest student drama p |
| 1386 |
1361 |
1621 |
Collected Poems of Rupert Brooke |
Rupert Brooke |
Single author, Sonnets |
<p>Rupert Chawner Brooke was an English poet known for his idealistic War Sonnets written during the First World War (especially The Soldier), as well as for his poetry written outside of war, especially The Old Vicarage, Grantchester and The Great Lover. He was also known for his boyish good looks, which prompted the Irish poet William Butler Yeats to describe him as "the handsomest young man in England". (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/collected-poems-of-rupert-brook/ |
p rupert chawner brooke english poet known idealistic war sonnets written first world war especially soldier well poetry written outside war especially old vicarage grantchester great lover also known boyish good looks prompted irish poet william butler yeats describe the handsomest young man england summary wikipedia p |
| 1387 |
1362 |
1622 |
Cremation of Sam McGee |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>The Cremation of Sam McGee</em> by Robert W. Service.<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-cremation-of-sam-mcgee-by-robert-w-service/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em the cremation sam mcgee em robert w service br br |
| 1388 |
1363 |
1623 |
Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates |
Mary Mapes Dodge |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Mary Mapes Dodge created an instant bestseller with "Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates." She wanted the book to be partly a book of travels and partly a domestic story. It is a tale written for children that adults also find interesting and uplifting. Dodge writes as if she is sending a series of letters from Holland to children in America, and her you-are-there perspective is aided by a nice attention to detail and vivid imagery.<br></br>The Brinkers are a poor but stoic family under a dark cloud - Raff, the man of the house, fell from the dikes while reinforcing them during a bad storm, and for ten years he has been in a vegetative state. With no steady income, the family's lot is grinding poverty. Despite their unfortunate circumstances, Hans and Gretel are cheerful children, yet always attentive to the needs of their mother and their present-but-not-really-there father. Their social standing is very low, but they both attract firm friends, even among the gentry, for their honesty, industry, and good-heartedness.<br></br>Then a glorious skating race is proposed for the town of Broek, with the prize a pair of silver skates for both the winning boy and girl. In the weeks leading up to the race, we follow the adventures of five of the local boys who are showing a visiting relative from England the sights of the Netherlands. Hans improbably meets the one man who might be able to heal his father, and somehow Hans finds a way to afford some skates so that he and Gretel can enter the race.<br></br>This all leads up to a dramatic, moving, and entirely satisfactory conclusion. "Hans Brinker" hits a series of high notes and encourages children to cultivate and display their finer qualities.</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/hans-brinker-or-the-silver-skates-by-mary-mapes-dodge/ |
p mary mapes dodge created instant bestseller hans brinker silver skates wanted book partly book travels partly domestic story tale written children adults also find interesting uplifting dodge writes sending series letters holland children america you are there perspective aided nice attention detail vivid imagery br br the brinkers poor stoic family dark cloud raff man house fell dikes reinforcing bad storm ten years vegetative state steady income family s lot grinding poverty despite unfortunate circumstances hans gretel cheerful children yet always attentive needs mother present but not really there father social standing low attract firm friends even among gentry honesty industry good heartedness br br then glorious skating race proposed town broek prize pair silver skates winning boy girl weeks leading race follow adventures five local boys showing visiting relative england sights netherlands hans improbably meets one man might able heal father somehow hans finds way afford skates gretel enter race br br this leads dramatic moving entirely satisfactory conclusion hans brinker hits series high notes encourages children cultivate display finer qualities p |
| 1389 |
1364 |
1624 |
Adventures of Buster Bear |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
<p>The Adventures of Buster Bear is another set of children’s stories by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess. Buster Bear has many adventures and misadventures as he meets the different characters in the Green Forest near the Laughing Brook. Along the way, we learn about the habits of Buster and his friends and we learn little lessons about life such as the importance of sharing, not stealing, making friends and not sticking one's head into tin pails. (Summary by John Lieder)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-buster-bear-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p the adventures buster bear another set children s stories conservationist thornton w burgess buster bear many adventures misadventures meets different characters green forest near laughing brook along way learn habits buster friends learn little lessons life importance sharing stealing making friends sticking one s head tin pails summary john lieder p |
| 1390 |
1365 |
1625 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 002 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is the second volume of reader-selected collection of short stories originally published between 1941 and 1963, that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed. Introduction by Cori Samuel with input from Wikipedia.\n<br><br>\n Note: This collection originally included a tenth story, The Burning Bridge by Poul Anderson. That recording was removed in November 2011 because of a copyright claim.<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-002/ |
science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology second volume reader selected collection short stories originally published 1941 1963 entered us public domain copyright renewed introduction cori samuel input wikipedia br br note collection originally included tenth story burning bridge poul anderson recording removed november 2011 copyright claim p |
| 1391 |
1366 |
1626 |
War and Peace, Book 04: 1806 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-04-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1392 |
1367 |
1628 |
Jo's Boys |
Louisa May Alcott |
General Fiction, Romance |
Jo's Boys is the third book in the Little Women trilogy by Louisa May Alcott, published in 1886. In it, Jo's "children", now grown, are caught up in real world troubles. All three books - although fiction - are highly autobiographical and describe characters that were really in Alcott's life. This book contains romance as the childhood playmates become flirtatious young men and women. The characters are growing up, going out into the world and deciding their futures.(Summary from Wilkipedia)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/jos-boys-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
jo s boys third book little women trilogy louisa may alcott published 1886 it jo s children grown caught real world troubles three books although fiction highly autobiographical describe characters really alcott s life book contains romance childhood playmates become flirtatious young men women characters growing up going world deciding futures summary wilkipedia p |
| 1393 |
1370 |
1631 |
Bible (KJV) 00: Introduction |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The introduction to the KJV Bible revealed the thanks of the translators to "TO THE MOST HIGH AND MIGHTY PRINCE JAMES, BY THE GRACE OF GOD, KING OF GREAT BRITAIN, FRANCE, AND IRELAND". It is fitting to read, as it reminds contemporary readers of the transitory nature of all Bible translations. <br>(Summary by Sam Stinson)</br> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-introduction-kjv-ss/ |
introduction kjv bible revealed thanks translators to high mighty prince james grace god king great britain france ireland fitting read reminds contemporary readers transitory nature bible translations br summary sam stinson br |
| 1394 |
1371 |
1632 |
Young Visiters |
Daisy Ashford |
Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Young Visiters is a comic romance novella that parodies upper class society of late Victorian England. Social climber Alfred Salteena introduces his young lady friend Ethel to a genuine gentleman named Bernard and, to his irritation, they hit it off. But Bernard helps Alfred in his plan to become a gentleman, which, Alfred hopes, will help him win back Ethel.</p> \n\n<p>(Summary by Derek Jensen)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-visiters-by-daisy-ashford/ |
p the young visiters comic romance novella parodies upper class society late victorian england social climber alfred salteena introduces young lady friend ethel genuine gentleman named bernard and irritation hit off bernard helps alfred plan become gentleman which alfred hopes help win back ethel p p summary derek jensen p |
| 1395 |
1372 |
1633 |
That Affair Next Door |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
The dead body of a woman was found under a large cabinet. But she had been dead four hours before the cabinet fell upon her. The owners of the house had been on vacation and the place empty. Who was she and why was she in the empty house all alone? Summary by Dawn L.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/that-affair-next-door/ |
dead body woman found large cabinet dead four hours cabinet fell upon her owners house vacation place empty empty house alone summary dawn l p |
| 1396 |
1373 |
1634 |
Hour of Twilight |
George William Russell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 different recordings of <em>The Hour of Twilight</em> by George William Russell, published in "Collected Poems" in 1913. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 18th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-hour-of-twilight-by-george-william-russell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 different recordings em the hour twilight em george william russell published collected poems 1913 weekly poetry project week november 18th 2007 br br |
| 1397 |
1374 |
1635 |
American History Stories, Volume 1 |
Mara L. Pratt |
General |
A children's book detailing early American history from the Norsemen to the Revolution, meant for educational use. <p>\n\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/american-history-stories-volume-1-by-mara-l-pratt/ |
children s book detailing early american history norsemen revolution meant educational use p |
| 1398 |
1375 |
1636 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 021 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection Vol.021: A collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-021/ |
librivox s short story collection vol 021 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 1399 |
1376 |
1637 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 3 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-three/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 1400 |
1377 |
1638 |
Where Angels Fear to Tread |
E. M. Forster |
General Fiction |
On a journey to Tuscany with her young friend and traveling companion Caroline Abbott, widowed Lilia Herriton falls in love with both Italy and a handsome Italian much younger than herself, and decides to stay. Furious, her dead husband's family send Lilia's brother-in-law to Italy to prevent a misalliance, but he arrives too late. Lilia marries the Italian and in due course becomes pregnant again. When she dies giving birth to her child, the Herritons consider it both their right and their duty to travel to Monteriano to obtain custody of the infant so that he can be raised as an Englishman. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/where-angels-fear-to-tread-by-e-m-forster/ |
journey tuscany young friend traveling companion caroline abbott widowed lilia herriton falls love italy handsome italian much younger herself decides stay furious dead husband s family send lilia s brother in law italy prevent misalliance arrives late lilia marries italian due course becomes pregnant again dies giving birth child herritons consider right duty travel monteriano obtain custody infant raised englishman summary wikipedia p |
| 1401 |
1386 |
1649 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2007 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
LibriVox’s 2007 Christmas Short Works Colletion containing public domain short stories, essays, poems, and scripture passages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.</p>\nSection 09: A Cornish Christmas Play, a mummers' play, was read by gathered members of the UK LibriVox chapter (Sarah O'Connor, Graham Redman, Cori Samuel and Peter Yearsley.)</p>\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2007/ |
librivox s 2007 christmas short works colletion containing public domain short stories essays poems scripture passages recorded variety librivox members p section 09 cornish christmas play mummers play read gathered members uk librivox chapter sarah o connor graham redman cori samuel peter yearsley p |
| 1402 |
1387 |
1650 |
Lie |
Sir Walter Raleigh |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of <em>The Lie</em> by Sir Walter Raleigh.<br /><br /> |
English |
1608 |
https://librivox.org/the-lie-by-sir-walter-raleigh/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 different recordings em the lie em sir walter raleigh br br |
| 1403 |
1378 |
1639 |
Hymnen an die Nacht |
Novalis |
Single author |
Hymnen an die Nacht ist der Titel eines Gedichtzyklus von Novalis (Friedrich von Hardenberg). Der Zyklus wurde zuerst 1800 in der Zeitschrift Athenäum veröffentlicht. Die Hymnen an die Nacht ist das einzige größere Werk, das zu Novalis' Lebzeiten veröffentlicht und auch von ihm fertiggestellt wurde. Die Hymnen werden als Höhepunkt seiner Lyrik angesehen und können wohl zurecht als die bedeutendste Dichtung der Frühromantik bezeichnet werden. Der Text besteht aus sechs Hymnen. Diese können in drei Teile zu je zwei Hymnen gegliedert werden. In jedem dieser Teile kann das gleiche Grundmuster gefunden werden. Die jeweils ersten Hymnen beschreiben in einem für Novalis typischen dreistufigen Modell die Entwicklung vom Leben im glücklichen, irdischen Reich des Lichts über eine Phase der schmerzhaften Entfremdung zur Befreiung in der ewigen Nacht. Die jeweils zweiten Hymnen schildern das ernüchternde Aufwachen aus der Vision und die Sehnsucht nach der Rückkehr zu dieser Vision. Die drei Zyklen sind als Steigerung angelegt; in jeder dieser Stufen wird eine höhere Ebene der Erfahrung und des Wissens erreicht. (Wikipedia) <br><br>English Description: In August 1800, eight months after completion, the revised edition of the Hymnen an die Nacht was published in the Athenaeum. They are often considered to be the climax of Novalis’ lyrical works and the most important poetry of the German early Romanticism. The six hymns contain many elements which can be understood as autobiographical. Even though a lyrical "I", rather than Novalis himself, is the speaker, there are many relationships between the hymns and Hardenberg’s experiences from 1797-1800. The topic is the romantic interpretation of life and death, the threshold of which is symbolised by the night. Life and death are – according to Novalis – developed into entwined concepts. So in the end, death is the romantic principle of life. Influences from the literature of that time can be seen. The metaphors of the hymns are closely connected to the books Novalis had read at about the time of his writing of the hymns. These are prominently Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet (in the translation by A.W.Schlegel, 1797) and Jean Paul’s Unsichtbare Loge (1793). The Hymns to the Night display a universal religion with an intermediary. This concept is based on the idea that there is always a third party between a human and God. This intermediary can either be Jesus – as in Christian lore – or the dead beloved as in the hymns. These works consist of three times two hymns. These three components are each structured in this way: the first hymn shows, with the help of the Romantic triad, the development from an assumed happy life on earth through a painful era of alienation to salvation in the eternal night; the following hymn tells of the awakening from this vision and the longing for a return to it. With each pair of hymns, a higher level of experience and knowledge is shown. (Wikipedia) </p> |
German |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/hymnen-an-die-nacht-by-novalis/ |
hymnen die nacht ist der titel eines gedichtzyklus von novalis friedrich von hardenberg der zyklus wurde zuerst 1800 der zeitschrift athenäum veröffentlicht die hymnen die nacht ist das einzige größere werk das zu novalis lebzeiten veröffentlicht und auch von ihm fertiggestellt wurde die hymnen werden als höhepunkt seiner lyrik angesehen und können wohl zurecht als die bedeutendste dichtung der frühromantik bezeichnet werden der text besteht aus sechs hymnen diese können drei teile zu je zwei hymnen gegliedert werden jedem dieser teile kann das gleiche grundmuster gefunden werden die jeweils ersten hymnen beschreiben einem für novalis typischen dreistufigen modell die entwicklung vom leben im glücklichen irdischen reich des lichts über eine phase der schmerzhaften entfremdung zur befreiung der ewigen nacht die jeweils zweiten hymnen schildern das ernüchternde aufwachen aus der vision und die sehnsucht nach der rückkehr zu dieser vision die drei zyklen sind als steigerung angelegt jeder dieser stufen wird eine höhere ebene der erfahrung und des wissens erreicht wikipedia br br english description august 1800 eight months completion revised edition hymnen die nacht published athenaeum often considered climax novalis lyrical works important poetry german early romanticism six hymns contain many elements understood autobiographical even though lyrical i rather novalis himself speaker many relationships hymns hardenberg s experiences 1797 1800 topic romantic interpretation life death threshold symbolised night life death according novalis developed entwined concepts end death romantic principle life influences literature time seen metaphors hymns closely connected books novalis read time writing hymns prominently shakespeare s romeo juliet in translation a w schlegel 1797 jean paul s unsichtbare loge 1793 hymns night display universal religion intermediary concept based idea always third party human god intermediary either jesus christian lore dead beloved hymns works consist three times two hymns three components structured way first hymn shows help romantic triad development assumed happy life earth painful era alienation salvation eternal night following hymn tells awakening vision longing return it pair hymns higher level experience knowledge shown wikipedia p |
| 1404 |
1379 |
1640 |
Ghost Story Collection 004 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-004/ |
collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded p |
| 1405 |
1380 |
1641 |
Glimpses of the Moon |
Edith Wharton |
Romance |
<p>"The Glimpses of the Moon" (1922) is about Nick and Susy Lansing, both of whom live a decadent life in Europe by sponging off wealthy friends. They marry out of convenience and have an "open" relationship, but are unprepared for where their feelings will take them. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-glimpses-of-the-moon-by-edith-wharton/ |
p the glimpses moon 1922 nick susy lansing live decadent life europe sponging wealthy friends marry convenience open relationship unprepared feelings take them summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1406 |
1381 |
1643 |
Tin Woodman of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
The Tin Woodman of Oz is the twelfth Land of Oz book written by L. Frank Baum and was originally published on May 13, 1918. The Tin Woodman is unexpectedly reunited with his Munchkin sweetheart Nimmie Amee from the days when he was flesh and blood. This was a backstory from The Wizard of Oz. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
tin woodman oz twelfth land oz book written l frank baum originally published may 13 1918 tin woodman unexpectedly reunited munchkin sweetheart nimmie amee days flesh blood backstory wizard oz summary wikipedia p |
| 1407 |
1382 |
1644 |
De Profundis |
Oscar Wilde |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>This short work of Wilde's was written during his two year incarceration for "gross indecency". This work is a letter which sorts out his life, and his love toward Lord Alfred Douglas. Wilde wrote this as a farewell letter to Douglas. (summary by Aaron Elliott)</p>\n\nNOTE: "Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition Note that later editions of De Profundis contained more material. The most complete editions are still in copyright in the U.S.A."\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/de-profundis-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p this short work wilde s written two year incarceration gross indecency work letter sorts life love toward lord alfred douglas wilde wrote farewell letter douglas summary aaron elliott p note transcribed 1913 methuen co edition note later editions de profundis contained material complete editions still copyright u s a |
| 1408 |
1383 |
1645 |
House of the Seven Gables (Version 2) |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
General Fiction |
<p>The House of the Seven Gables is a gloomy New England mansion, haunted from its foundation by fraudulent dealings, accusations of witchcraft, and sudden death. The current resident, the dignified but desperately poor Hepzibah Pyncheon, opens a shop in a side room to support her brother Clifford, who is about to leave prison after serving twenty-five years for murder. She refuses all assistance from her unpleasant wealthy cousin Judge Jaffrey Pyncheon. A distant relative, the pretty young Phoebe, turns up and quickly becomes invaluable, charming customers and rousing Clifford from depression. A delicate romance grows between Phoebe and the mysterious lodger Holgrave, who is writing a history of the Pyncheon family. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/house-of-the-seven-gables-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
p the house seven gables gloomy new england mansion haunted foundation fraudulent dealings accusations witchcraft sudden death current resident dignified desperately poor hepzibah pyncheon opens shop side room support brother clifford leave prison serving twenty five years murder refuses assistance unpleasant wealthy cousin judge jaffrey pyncheon distant relative pretty young phoebe turns quickly becomes invaluable charming customers rousing clifford depression delicate romance grows phoebe mysterious lodger holgrave writing history pyncheon family summary wikipedia p |
| 1409 |
1384 |
1646 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 13) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This chapter traces the history of the Glorious Revolution in Scotland, including the reaction of the country's religious parties, the installment of William and Mary, and the campaigns of the Highland Army. (Summary by Leon Mire)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-vol3-ch13/ |
p this chapter traces history glorious revolution scotland including reaction country s religious parties installment william mary campaigns highland army summary leon mire p |
| 1410 |
1385 |
1648 |
Maria Chapdelaine |
Louis Hémon |
General Fiction |
<p>Maria Chapdelaine is one of the most famous French Canadian novels. It is the love story of Maria Chapdelaine, daughter of a peasant family in the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean region of Quebec, in the 1900s. It is often seen as an allegory of the French Canadian people, describing simple joys and great tragedies, the bonds of family, the importance of faith, and the strength of body and spirit needed to endure the harshness of life in Canada's northern wilderness. (Summary by Kim S and Sarah Jennings)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/maria-chapdelaine-by-louis-hemon-2/ |
p maria chapdelaine one famous french canadian novels love story maria chapdelaine daughter peasant family saguenay lac st jean region quebec 1900s often seen allegory french canadian people describing simple joys great tragedies bonds family importance faith strength body spirit needed endure harshness life canada s northern wilderness summary kim sarah jennings p |
| 1411 |
1391 |
1655 |
Madame Bovary |
Gustave Flaubert |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Published in book form in April 1857, the novel focuses on a doctor's wife, Emma Bovary, who has adulterous affairs and lives beyond her means in order to escape the banalities and emptiness of provincial life. Though the basic plot is rather simple, even archetypal, the novel's true art lies in its details and hidden patterns. Flaubert was notoriously perfectionist about his writing and claimed to always be searching for le mot juste (the right word)". (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/madame-bovary-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
p published book form april 1857 novel focuses doctor s wife emma bovary adulterous affairs lives beyond means order escape banalities emptiness provincial life though basic plot rather simple even archetypal novel s true art lies details hidden patterns flaubert notoriously perfectionist writing claimed always searching le mot juste the right word summary wikipedia p |
| 1412 |
1392 |
1656 |
Chasse-galerie |
Honoré Beaugrand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>La Chasse-galerie (The Hunt of Gallery) also known as "The Bewitched Canoe" is a French Canadian tale of voyageurs who make a deal with the Devil, a variant of the Wild Hunt. In Quebec, the legend of the "chasse-galerie", or the bewitched canoe, is a favourite. Its most famous version was written by Honoré Beaugrand (1848 - 1906?). <br/>(From Wikipedia)</p> <p>Il s'agit de l'histoire de bûcherons de la Gatineau qui font un pacte avec le diable afin de faire voler un canot pour qu'ils puissent rendre visite à leurs femmes. Il devront cependant éviter de blasphémer durant la traversée, ne point heurter le canot aux clochers d'une église et être de retour avant six heures le lendemain matin. Dans le cas contraire ceux-ci perdraient leurs âmes. La version la plus connue est celle écrite par Honoré Beaugrand.<br/>(de Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/la-chasse-galerie-by-honore-beaugrand/ |
p la chasse galerie the hunt gallery also known the bewitched canoe french canadian tale voyageurs make deal devil variant wild hunt quebec legend chasse galerie bewitched canoe favourite famous version written honoré beaugrand 1848 1906 br from wikipedia p p il s agit de l histoire de bûcherons de la gatineau qui font un pacte avec le diable afin de faire voler un canot pour qu ils puissent rendre visite à leurs femmes il devront cependant éviter de blasphémer durant la traversée ne point heurter le canot aux clochers d une église et être de retour avant six heures le lendemain matin dans le cas contraire ceux ci perdraient leurs âmes la version la plus connue est celle écrite par honoré beaugrand br de wikipedia p |
| 1413 |
1393 |
1658 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 007 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
<p>A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches, news items and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, philosophy, science and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p>\n<p><i>Danger Signals</i> and <i>A Midsummer's Night Trip</i> were coauthored by <a >Jaspar Ewing Brady<a></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-007/ |
p a collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches news items reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics philosophy science religion summary j m smallheer p p i danger signals i i a midsummer s night trip i coauthored a jaspar ewing brady a p |
| 1414 |
1394 |
1659 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 003 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is the third volume of reader-selected short stories originally published between 1941 and 1963, that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed. Introduction by Cori Samuel with input from Wikipedia.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-003/ |
science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology third volume reader selected short stories originally published 1941 1963 entered us public domain copyright renewed introduction cori samuel input wikipedia p |
| 1415 |
1395 |
1660 |
Wings of the Dove |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>"The Wings of the Dove," published in 1902, represents to my memory a very old--if I shouldn't perhaps rather say a very young--motive; I can scarce remember the time when the situation on which this long-drawn fiction mainly rests was not vividly present to me. The idea, reduced to its essence, is that of a young person conscious of a great\ncapacity for life, but early stricken and doomed, condemned to die under short respite, while also enamoured of the world; aware moreover of the condemnation and passionately desiring to "put in" before extinction as many of the finer vibrations as possible, and so achieve, however briefly and brokenly, the sense of having lived. (summary taken from the Preface by Henry James)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-wings-of-the-dove-by-henry-james/ |
p the wings dove published 1902 represents memory old if perhaps rather say young motive scarce remember time situation long drawn fiction mainly rests vividly present me idea reduced essence young person conscious great capacity life early stricken doomed condemned die short respite also enamoured world aware moreover condemnation passionately desiring put in extinction many finer vibrations possible achieve however briefly brokenly sense lived summary taken preface henry james p |
| 1416 |
1396 |
1661 |
Bible (WEB) Old Testament - complete |
World English Bible |
Bibles |
<p>The World English Bible is a modern English translation of the Bible, released directly into the public domain. (Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/old-testament-world-english-bible/ |
p the world english bible modern english translation bible released directly public domain summary leon mire p |
| 1417 |
1401 |
1666 |
Aphorisms |
Oscar Wilde |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<br />In 1894, Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900) published two collections of aphorisms: <em>A Few Maxims For The Instruction Of The Over-Educated</em>, in the Saturday Review newspaper, and <em>Phrases and Philosophies for the Use of the Young</em>, in the Oxford student magazine The Chameleon. By turns witty, intellectual, counter-intuitive and obtruse, the collections came to be seen by many as emblematic of Wilde's style, and countless collections of Wildean aphorisms have since been published. (Summary by Carl Manchester)<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/aphorisms-by-oscar-wilde/ |
br in 1894 oscar wilde 1854 1900 published two collections aphorisms em a maxims instruction over educated em saturday review newspaper em phrases philosophies use young em oxford student magazine chameleon turns witty intellectual counter intuitive obtruse collections came seen many emblematic wilde s style countless collections wildean aphorisms since published summary carl manchester br br |
| 1418 |
1397 |
1662 |
Legends of the Jews, Volume 2 |
Louis Ginzberg |
Religion, Antiquity |
<p>Rabbi Louis Ginzberg was one of the outstanding Talmudists of the twentieth century. He was born on November 28, 1873, in Kovno, Lithuania; he died on November 11, 1953, in New York City. Ginzberg taught at the Jewish Theological seminary from 1903 to 1953. For 50 years, he trained two generations of Conservative Rabbis.<br></br>The Legends of the Jews is an epic 7-volume compilation of traditional Jewish stories loosely related to the Bible. Over the millenia, these stories, which expand on the Bible, flesh out the lives of biblical figures. In the process, they help bring to life the Bible's valuable lessons.<br></br>The Legends of the Jews has been called a monumental work of scholarship. It is studied by serious students of both Judaism and Christianity. And yet the stories continue to be accessible and understood by all. They were designed to impart lessons of the Torah, and any child or adult will find much to enjoy about this work.<br></br><i>(Summary by Scott Sherris and Wikipedia)</i></p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/legends-of-the-jews-volume-2-by-louis-ginzberg/ |
p rabbi louis ginzberg one outstanding talmudists twentieth century born november 28 1873 kovno lithuania died november 11 1953 new york city ginzberg taught jewish theological seminary 1903 1953 50 years trained two generations conservative rabbis br br the legends jews epic 7 volume compilation traditional jewish stories loosely related bible millenia stories expand bible flesh lives biblical figures process help bring life bible s valuable lessons br br the legends jews called monumental work scholarship studied serious students judaism christianity yet stories continue accessible understood all designed impart lessons torah child adult find much enjoy work br br i summary scott sherris wikipedia i p |
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1398 |
1663 |
Rinkitink in Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Prince Inga lives a happy life on the island of Pingaree until one day invaders from the north enslave every person on the island, including his parents. Inga, who escaped unnoticed in an apple tree, visiting King Rinkitink who had fallen in a well, and surly talking donkey Bilbil embark on a quest to save the Pingareeans. <br/> Armed only with three magic pearls that imbue strength, invincibility, and wisdom, the three take on the open sea, the military might of the islands of Regos and Coregos, and the Nome King. <br/>(Summary by Scott Sherris)</p>\nNarrated by : \n<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3179" rel="nofollow">Robin</a>, <a href="http://kayray.org/" rel="nofollow">Kara Shallenberg</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=319" rel="nofollow">Ed Good</a>, <a href="http://www.julianmackintosh.com/" rel="nofollow">Julian Mackintosh</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=110" rel="nofollow">Cynthia Lyons</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1754" rel="nofollow">Joan Freeman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1649" rel="nofollow">Kalynda</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1373" rel="nofollow">Kira Belkin</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2090" rel="nofollow">Melissa</a>, <a href="http://www.techsmiths.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Mark F. Smith</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2376" rel="nofollow">Sy</a>. \n<br /><br />\n<u>Cast of Characters :</u> <br />\n- <b>King Kitticut</b> (chapters 01-03, 17, 23 & 24) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1795" rel="nofollow">Muhammad Mussnoon</a><br />\n- <b>Prince Inga</b> (chapters 01-08, 10, 13-16, 18, 21, 24) read by <a href="http://spaceman3000.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Henry Frigon</a><br />\n- <b>The White Pearl</b> (chapters 01, 05, 08, 14 & 18) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2481" rel="nofollow">Alana Jordan</a> <br />\n- <b>Rinkitink</b> (chapters 02-08, 10, 13, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21-24) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2134" rel="nofollow">Angleet</a> <br />\n- <b>Bilbil</b> (chapters 02-08, 13, 14, 16, 19, 21 & 24) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2358" rel="nofollow">Chugosh</a> <br />\n- <b>The Regos Warriors</b> (chapters 03, 07 & 14) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2588" rel="nofollow">Padraig O'hIceadha</a> <br />\n- <b>The Palace Maid</b> (chapter 08) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2682" rel="nofollow">onemagdelen</a> <br />\n- <b>Nikobob</b> (chapters 09, 11 & 16) read by <a href="http://librivox.org/sandpit/librivox_catalog - 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English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/rinkitink-in-oz-by-l-frank-baum-0908/ |
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1399 |
1664 |
Critique of Practical Reason |
Immanuel Kant |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p><i>The Critique of Practical Reason</i> (<i>Kritik der praktischen Vernunft</i>) is the second of Immanuel Kant's three critiques, first published in 1788. It follows on from his <i>Critique of Pure Reason</i> and deals with his moral philosophy. The second Critique exercised a decisive influence over the subsequent development of the field of ethics and moral philosophy, becoming the principle reference point for ethical systems that focus on the rightness or wrongness of actions themselves, as opposed to the rightness or wrongness of the consequences of those actions. Subsequently termed “deontological ethics”, Kant’s ethical system also laid the groundwork of moral absolutism, the belief that there are absolute standards against which moral questions can be judged, and that certain actions are right or wrong, devoid of the context of the act. (Summary by Wikipedia and Ticktockman)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/critique-of-practical-reason-by-immanuel-kant/ |
p i the critique practical reason i i kritik der praktischen vernunft i second immanuel kant s three critiques first published 1788 follows i critique pure reason i deals moral philosophy second critique exercised decisive influence subsequent development field ethics moral philosophy becoming principle reference point ethical systems focus rightness wrongness actions themselves opposed rightness wrongness consequences actions subsequently termed deontological ethics kant s ethical system also laid groundwork moral absolutism belief absolute standards moral questions judged certain actions right wrong devoid context act summary wikipedia ticktockman p |
| 1421 |
1400 |
1665 |
Principles of Economics, Book 5: General Relations of Demand, Supply and Value |
Alfred Marshall |
Business & Economics |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-book-5-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing book 1881 spent much next decade work it br br his plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all summary wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1422 |
1423 |
1689 |
Snow Song |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>Snow Song</em> by Sara Teasdale. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 9th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/snow-song-by-sara-teasdale/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em snow song em sara teasdale weekly poetry project week december 9th 2007 br br |
| 1423 |
1402 |
1667 |
History of the United States, Vol. IV: The West and Jacksonian Democracy |
Charles Austin Beard |
Early Modern |
<p>Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.<br/><br/>\n\nIn 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: <i>The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well...The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best. </i>(Summary from Wikipedia, Journal of History, and M.L. Cohen)\n<br/><br/>The book is divided into 7 parts: The Colonial Period, Conflict and Independence, Foundations of the Union and National Politics, The West and Jacksonian Democracy, Sectional Conflict and Reconstruction, National Growth and World Politics, and Progressive Democracy and the World War.</p>\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-vol-iv-by-charles-a-and-mary-r-beard/ |
p charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement br br 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated i the authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best i summary wikipedia journal history m l cohen br br the book divided 7 parts colonial period conflict independence foundations union national politics west jacksonian democracy sectional conflict reconstruction national growth world politics progressive democracy world war p |
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1403 |
1668 |
Freckles |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
Freckles is a young man who has been raised since infancy in a Chicago orphanage. His one dream is to find a job, a place to belong and people who accept him despite his youth and the disability of having only one hand. \nHe finds this place in the Limberlost Swamp, as a Limberlost guard of precious timber.<br /><br />In the process, he discovers a love for the wilderness and animals he encounters every day on his rounds and a burning desire to learn about all the new birds and plants he sees on his rounds every day. He also finds and falls in love with a girl he calls the "Swamp Angel." This is the story of his plucky courage in sticking to his job in the swamp, and his adventures in learning about the natural world he finds himself in every day. He is befriended by the "Bird Woman" and with her help learns to love the Limberlost he has been hired to guard. (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/freckles-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
freckles young man raised since infancy chicago orphanage one dream find job place belong people accept despite youth disability one hand finds place limberlost swamp limberlost guard precious timber br br in process discovers love wilderness animals encounters every day rounds burning desire learn new birds plants sees rounds every day also finds falls love girl calls swamp angel story plucky courage sticking job swamp adventures learning natural world finds every day befriended bird woman help learns love limberlost hired guard summary mary anderson p |
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1404 |
1669 |
My Prime of Youth is but a Frost of Cares |
Chidiock Tichborne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 different recordings of <em>My Prime of Youth is but a Frost of Cares</em> by Chidiock Tichborne. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 2nd, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1586 |
https://librivox.org/my-prime-of-youth-is-but-a-frost-of-cares-by-chidiock-tichborne/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 different recordings em my prime youth frost cares em chidiock tichborne weekly poetry project week december 2nd 2007 br br |
| 1426 |
1405 |
1670 |
Introduction to The Philosophy of History |
Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
The introduction to Hegel's lectures on the philosophy of world history is often used to introduce students to Hegel's philosophy, in part because Hegel's sometimes difficult style is muted in the lectures, and he discourses on accessible themes such as world events in order to explain his philosophy. Much of the work is spent defining and characterizing Geist or spirit. Geist is similar to the culture of people, and is constantly reworking itself to keep up with the changes of society, while at the same time working to produce those changes through what Hegel called the "cunning of reason". Another important theme of the text is the focus on world history, rather than regional or state history. </p>\n\nThe obscure writings of Jakob Böhme had a strong effect on Hegel. Böhme had written that the Fall of Man was a necessary stage in the evolution of the universe. This evolution was, itself, the result of God's desire for complete self-awareness. Hegel was fascinated by the works of Spinoza, Kant, Rousseau, and Goethe, and by the French Revolution. Modern philosophy, culture, and society seemed to Hegel fraught with contradictions and tensions, such as those between the subject and object of knowledge, mind and nature, self and Other, freedom and authority, knowledge and faith, the Enlightenment and Romanticism. Hegel's main philosophical project was to take these contradictions and tensions and interpret them as part of a comprehensive, evolving, rational unity that, in different contexts, he called "the absolute idea" or "absolute knowledge". </p>\n\nAccording to Hegel, the main characteristic of this unity was that it evolved through and manifested itself in contradiction and negation. Contradiction and negation have a dynamic quality that at every point in each domain of reality—consciousness, history, philosophy, art, nature, society—leads to further development until a rational unity is reached that preserves the contradictions as phases and sub-parts through an up-lifting (Aufhebung) into a higher unity. This whole is mental because it is mind that can comprehend all of these phases and sub-parts as steps in its own process of comprehension. It is rational because the same, underlying, logical, developmental order underlies every domain of reality and is ultimately the order of self-conscious rational thought, although only in the later stages of development does it come to full self-consciousness. The rational, self-conscious whole is not a thing or being that lies outside of other existing things or minds. Rather, it comes to completion only in the philosophical comprehension of individual existing human minds who, through their own understanding, bring this developmental process to an understanding of itself. \n(summary by wikipedia and d.e. wittkower) </p>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/introduction-to-the-philosophy-of-history-by-georg-wilhelm-freidreich-hegel/ |
introduction hegel s lectures philosophy world history often used introduce students hegel s philosophy part hegel s sometimes difficult style muted lectures discourses accessible themes world events order explain philosophy much work spent defining characterizing geist spirit geist similar culture people constantly reworking keep changes society time working produce changes hegel called cunning reason another important theme text focus world history rather regional state history p obscure writings jakob böhme strong effect hegel böhme written fall man necessary stage evolution universe evolution was itself result god s desire complete self awareness hegel fascinated works spinoza kant rousseau goethe french revolution modern philosophy culture society seemed hegel fraught contradictions tensions subject object knowledge mind nature self other freedom authority knowledge faith enlightenment romanticism hegel s main philosophical project take contradictions tensions interpret part comprehensive evolving rational unity that different contexts called the absolute idea absolute knowledge p according hegel main characteristic unity evolved manifested contradiction negation contradiction negation dynamic quality every point domain reality consciousness history philosophy art nature society leads development rational unity reached preserves contradictions phases sub parts up lifting aufhebung higher unity whole mental mind comprehend phases sub parts steps process comprehension rational same underlying logical developmental order underlies every domain reality ultimately order self conscious rational thought although later stages development come full self consciousness rational self conscious whole thing lies outside existing things minds rather comes completion philosophical comprehension individual existing human minds who understanding bring developmental process understanding itself summary wikipedia d e wittkower p |
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1406 |
1671 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 09 - The Acadian Exiles: A Chronicle of the Land of Evangeline |
Arthur G. Doughty |
Early Modern |
\nThe name Acadia, which we now associate with a great tragedy of history and song, was first used by the French to distinguish the eastern or maritime part of New France from the western part, which began with the St Lawrence valley and was called Canada. Just where Acadia ended and Canada began, the French never clearly defined. In course of time, as will be seen, this question became a cause of war with the English--but we shall not be much at fault if we take a line from the mouth of the river Penobscot, due north to the St Lawrence, to mark the western frontier of the Acadia of the French.</p>\n\nThis volume covers the period of hostility between the Acadians and the British Crown.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-acadian-exiles-a-chronicle-of-the-land-of-evangeline/ |
name acadia associate great tragedy history song first used french distinguish eastern maritime part new france western part began st lawrence valley called canada acadia ended canada began french never clearly defined course time seen question became cause war english but shall much fault take line mouth river penobscot due north st lawrence mark western frontier acadia french p volume covers period hostility acadians british crown p |
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1407 |
1672 |
Glinda of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Glinda of Oz is the fourteenth Land of Oz book and is the last one written by the original author L. Frank Baum, although the series was continued after his death by several other authors.<br /><br />Dorothy and Ozma discover that a war is brewing in a distant and unexplored part of Oz, between two mysterious races, the Flatheads and the Skeezers. The girls set out to try to prevent the fighting, not knowing what dangers await them. (Summary by Lucy Perry.)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/glinda-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
glinda oz fourteenth land oz book last one written original author l frank baum although series continued death several authors br br dorothy ozma discover war brewing distant unexplored part oz two mysterious races flatheads skeezers girls set try prevent fighting knowing dangers await them summary lucy perry p |
| 1429 |
1408 |
1673 |
Persuasion (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
Eight years ago, Anne Elliot fell in love with a poor but ambitious young naval officer, Frederick Wentworth. The Elliots were dissatisfied with Anne's choice, feeling he was not distinguished enough for their family, and her older friend and mentor, Lady Russell, acting in place of Anne's deceased mother, persuaded her to break off the match. Now 27 and considered a spinster, Anne re-encounters her former fiance, now a captain, as he courts her spirited young neighbour, Louisa Musgrove. The self-interested machinations of Anne's older sister Elizabeth, of Elizabeth's friend Mrs. Clay, and of Anne's father's heir, William Elliot, constitute an important subplot. (Summary from Wikipedia).<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-by-jane-austen-2/ |
eight years ago anne elliot fell love poor ambitious young naval officer frederick wentworth elliots dissatisfied anne s choice feeling distinguished enough family older friend mentor lady russell acting place anne s deceased mother persuaded break match 27 considered spinster anne re encounters former fiance captain courts spirited young neighbour louisa musgrove self interested machinations anne s older sister elizabeth elizabeth s friend mrs clay anne s father s heir william elliot constitute important subplot summary wikipedia p |
| 1430 |
1409 |
1674 |
Märchen 4 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die <em>Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm</em> weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen und viele andere. <br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-4/ |
p anfang des 19 jahrhunderts begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die em märchen der gebrüder grimm em weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen und viele andere br zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 1431 |
1410 |
1675 |
Humility : The Beauty of Holiness |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
<p>A book on the all importance of humility, how Jesus was humble, and how we also can become humble. Murray wrote "Without humility, there can be no true abiding in God's presence or experience of His favor and the power of His spirit. Without it there can be no abiding faith or love or joy or strength." Summary by ekaitz </p>\nA Dutch version is available / Een Nederlandstalige versie is beschikbaar: <a href="http://librivox.org/nederigheid/">Nederigheid</a>.<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/humility-the-beauty-of-holiness/ |
p a book importance humility jesus humble also become humble murray wrote without humility true abiding god s presence experience favor power spirit without abiding faith love joy strength summary ekaitz p dutch version available een nederlandstalige versie beschikbaar a href http librivox org nederigheid nederigheid a p |
| 1432 |
1411 |
1676 |
Sister Carrie |
Theodore Dreiser |
Literary Fiction |
<p>Theodore Dreiser (1871–1945) was an American author of the naturalist school, known for dealing with the gritty reality of life. Sister Carrie (1900) is his first novel and tells the story of a young country girl who moves to the big city (Chicago) where she starts realizing her own American Dream by first becoming a mistress to powerful men and later as a famous actress.<br></br>Dreiser and his wife significantly altered the original manuscript to make it more palatable to the prevailing sensibilities of the day, but even this toned down version caused a minor scandal, and Dreiser had difficulty finding a publisher for it. This was due to the blurred division line between good and bad in the plot. Although Dreiser's moralizing narrator does assert that, despite the fame and the money she has amassed, Carrie will not be able to achieve peace of mind in her life, the apparent lack of poetic justice -- the notion that immorality should pay in the end, even if only up to a point -- was a concept the reading public were altogether unused to at the time. (summary from wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/sister-carrie-by-theodore-dreiser/ |
p theodore dreiser 1871 1945 american author naturalist school known dealing gritty reality life sister carrie 1900 first novel tells story young country girl moves big city chicago starts realizing american dream first becoming mistress powerful men later famous actress br br dreiser wife significantly altered original manuscript make palatable prevailing sensibilities day even toned version caused minor scandal dreiser difficulty finding publisher it due blurred division line good bad plot although dreiser s moralizing narrator assert that despite fame money amassed carrie able achieve peace mind life apparent lack poetic justice notion immorality pay end even point concept reading public altogether unused time summary wikipedia p |
| 1433 |
1412 |
1677 |
Three Ghost Stories |
Charles Dickens |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>As a gifted writer with a strong interest in supernatural phenomena, Charles Dickens produced a string of ghost stories with enduring charm. Three of them are presented here, of which The Signal Man is one of the best known. Though quite different from his most celebrated realistic and humorous critical novels, these ghost stories, Gothic and grotesque as they are, are of good portrayal, and worth a read/listen. Summary by Vivian Chan</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/three-ghost-stories-by-charles-dickens/ |
p as gifted writer strong interest supernatural phenomena charles dickens produced string ghost stories enduring charm three presented here signal man one best known though quite different celebrated realistic humorous critical novels ghost stories gothic grotesque are good portrayal worth read listen summary vivian chan p |
| 1434 |
1413 |
1679 |
Phineas Finn the Irish Member |
Anthony Trollope |
Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Phineas Finn is the sequel to “Can you Forgive Her?” and the second novel in Trollope’s Palliser series. The eponymous hero is a young Irishman who becomes a member of the English parliament. Trollope aspired to become an M.P. himself, and he ably describes the workings of the English political scene. There is also a love interest, as the somewhat inconstant Phineas courts three different women: his Irish sweetheart, Mary Flood Jones; Lady Laura Standish, the daughter of a prominent Whig politician; and a lovely heiress, Violet Effingham. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p>\n<p>This is the second of Trollope’s six “Palliser” novels. LibriVox recordings of other novels in the series are available:<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/can-you-forgive-her-by-anthony-trollope/">1-Can You Forgive Her?</a><br>\n2-Phineas Finn<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-eustace-diamonds-by-anthony-trollope/">3-The Eustace Diamonds</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Phineas Redux</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Prime Minister</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-dukes-children-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Duke’s Children</a></p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/phinneas-finn-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p phineas finn sequel can forgive her second novel trollope s palliser series eponymous hero young irishman becomes member english parliament trollope aspired become m p himself ably describes workings english political scene also love interest somewhat inconstant phineas courts three different women irish sweetheart mary flood jones lady laura standish daughter prominent whig politician lovely heiress violet effingham summary karen merline p p this second trollope s six palliser novels librivox recordings novels series available br a href http librivox org can you forgive her by anthony trollope 1 can forgive her a br 2 phineas finn br a href http librivox org the eustace diamonds by anthony trollope 3 the eustace diamonds a br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 4 phineas redux a br a href http librivox org the prime minister by anthony trollope 5 the prime minister a br a href http librivox org the dukes children by anthony trollope 6 the duke s children a p |
| 1435 |
1414 |
1680 |
Elegiac Sonnets and Other Poems |
Charlotte Turner Smith |
Poetry |
Charlotte Turner Smith (1749 – 1806) was an English poet and novelist. She initiated a revival of the English sonnet, helped establish the conventions of Gothic fiction, and wrote political novels of sensibility.<br /><br />It was in 1784, in debtor's prison with her husband Benjamin, that she wrote and published her first work, Elegiac Sonnets. The work achieved instant success, allowing Charlotte to pay for their release from prison. Smith's sonnets helped initiate a revival of the form and granted an aura of respectability to her later novels.<br /><br />Stuart Curran, the editor of Smith's poems, has written that Smith is "the first poet in England whom in retrospect we would call Romantic". She helped shape the "patterns of thought and conventions of style" for the period. Romantic poet William Wordsworth was the most affected by her works. He said of Smith in the 1830s that she was "a lady to whom English verse is under greater obligations than are likely to be either acknowledged or remembered". By the second half of the nineteenth century, however, Smith was largely forgotten.</p> |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/elegiac-sonnets-and-other-poems-by-charlotte-turner-smith/ |
charlotte turner smith 1749 1806 english poet novelist initiated revival english sonnet helped establish conventions gothic fiction wrote political novels sensibility br br it 1784 debtor s prison husband benjamin wrote published first work elegiac sonnets work achieved instant success allowing charlotte pay release prison smith s sonnets helped initiate revival form granted aura respectability later novels br br stuart curran editor smith s poems written smith the first poet england retrospect would call romantic helped shape patterns thought conventions style period romantic poet william wordsworth affected works said smith 1830s a lady english verse greater obligations likely either acknowledged remembered second half nineteenth century however smith largely forgotten p |
| 1436 |
1415 |
1681 |
Trent's Last Case (The Woman in Black) |
Edmund Clerihew Bentley |
Detective Fiction |
<p><i>Trent's Last Case</i> (US title <i>The Woman in Black</i>) is actually the first novel in which gentleman sleuth Philip Trent appears. The novel is a whodunit whose unique place in the history of detective fiction is because it is at the same time the first major send-up of that very genre: Not only does Trent fall in love with one of the primary suspects — usually considered a no-no — he also, after painstakingly collecting all the evidence, draws all the wrong conclusions. Convinced that he has tracked down the murderer of a business tycoon who was shot in his mansion, he is told by the real perpetrator over dinner what mistakes in the logical deduction of the solution of the crime he has made. On hearing what really happened, Trent vows that he will never again attempt to dabble in crime detection. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/trents-last-case-by-ec-bentley/ |
p i trent s last case i us title i the woman black i actually first novel gentleman sleuth philip trent appears novel whodunit whose unique place history detective fiction time first major send up genre trent fall love one primary suspects usually considered no no also painstakingly collecting evidence draws wrong conclusions convinced tracked murderer business tycoon shot mansion told real perpetrator dinner mistakes logical deduction solution crime made hearing really happened trent vows never attempt dabble crime detection summary wikipedia p |
| 1437 |
1416 |
1682 |
Men of Iron |
Howard Pyle |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Men of Iron by Howard Pyle is historical fiction that transports us back to the 1400's, a time of knighthood and chivalry. Myles Falworth is eight years old when news comes they must flee their home. His blind father is accused of treason. We see Myles grow up, train as a knight, and with perseverance, clear his father of any wrong-doing and restore their family name. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/men-of-iron-by-howard-pyle/ |
p men iron howard pyle historical fiction transports us back 1400 s time knighthood chivalry myles falworth eight years old news comes must flee home blind father accused treason see myles grow up train knight perseverance clear father wrong doing restore family name summary laura caldwell p |
| 1438 |
1417 |
1683 |
Bible (ASV) 20: Proverbs |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Proverbs, a book of the Old Testament, is a collection of pithy Biblical sayings. It is wisdom literature by multiple authors, including Solomon. Throughout the book, Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly struggle to get the attention of the simple, leading them to glory or disgrace. <br/>(Summary by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-proverbs-asv-ss/ |
p proverbs book old testament collection pithy biblical sayings wisdom literature multiple authors including solomon throughout book lady wisdom lady folly struggle get attention simple leading glory disgrace br summary sam stinson p |
| 1439 |
1418 |
1684 |
King Arthur and His Knights |
Maude L. Radford Warren |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>A collection of King Arthur's adventures, from his ascent to King of Britain to his death. This book includes some of the crucial Arthurian legends about Sir Lancelot, the Knights of the Round Table, Queen Guinevere, and the search for the Holy Grail. (Summary by Robin Cotter)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/king-arthur-and-his-knights-by-maude-l-radford/ |
p a collection king arthur s adventures ascent king britain death book includes crucial arthurian legends sir lancelot knights round table queen guinevere search holy grail summary robin cotter p |
| 1440 |
1419 |
1685 |
Some Poems of Shakespeare |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
<p>A selection of Shakespeare's poems from The Oxford Book of English Verse: 1250–1900. (Summary by Clarica)</p> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/some-poems-of-shakespeare-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p a selection shakespeare s poems oxford book english verse 1250 1900 summary clarica p |
| 1441 |
1420 |
1686 |
Dead (version 2) |
James Joyce |
Short Stories |
<p>This novella is the final story in Joyce's collection Dubliners. It describes a Christmas party given by Kate and Julia Morkan, two elderly Dublin ladies, that is attended by their nephew, Gabriel Conroy, and his wife. While the party is festive, full of dancing, drinking, and eating, it is also pervaded by political, religious, and sexual tensions, as well as memories of loss. When Gabriel and his wife go home at the end of the night, she reveals a long-kept secret that leads to an epiphany. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett). </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-by-james-joyce-version-2/ |
p this novella final story joyce s collection dubliners describes christmas party given kate julia morkan two elderly dublin ladies attended nephew gabriel conroy wife party festive full dancing drinking eating also pervaded political religious sexual tensions well memories loss gabriel wife go home end night reveals long kept secret leads epiphany summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1442 |
1421 |
1687 |
Bible (YLT) 27: Daniel |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-daniel-ylt-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1443 |
1422 |
1688 |
Open Door and The Portrait |
Margaret O. Oliphant |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Two stories "of the seen and unseen" with mysterious occurrences by Margaret O. Oliphant, originally published in 1881. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-open-door-by-margaret-oliphant/ |
p two stories of seen unseen mysterious occurrences margaret o oliphant originally published 1881 summary gesine p |
| 1444 |
1425 |
1691 |
City of God |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Religion, Ancient, Christianity - Other |
<p>Rome having been stormed and sacked by the Goths under Alaric their king, the worshippers of false gods, or pagans, as we commonly call them, made an attempt to attribute this calamity to the Christian religion, and began to blaspheme the true God with even more than their wonted bitterness and acerbity. It was this which kindled my zeal for the house of God, and prompted me to undertake the defence of the city of God against the charges and misrepresentations of its assailants. This work was in my hands for several years, owing to the interruptions occasioned by many other affairs which had a prior claim on my attention, and which I could not defer.\n<br/><br/>However, this great undertaking was at last completed in twenty-two books. Of these, the first five refute those who fancy that the polytheistic worship is necessary in order to secure worldly prosperity, and that all these overwhelming calamities have befallen us in consequence of its prohibition. In the following five books I address myself to those who admit that such calamities have at all times attended, and will at all times attend, the human race, and that they constantly recur in forms more or less disastrous, varying only in the scenes, occasions, and persons on whom they light, but, while admitting this, maintain that the worship of the gods is advantageous for the life to come. In these ten books, then, I refute these two opinions, which are as groundless as they are antagonistic to the Christian religion.\n<br/><br/>But that no one might have occasion to say, that though I had refuted the tenets of other men, I had omitted to establish my own, I devote to this object the second part of this work, which comprises twelve books, although I have not scrupled, as occasion offered, either to advance my own opinions in the first ten books, or to demolish the arguments of my opponents in the last twelve. Of these twelve books, the first four contain an account of the origin of these two cities—the city of God, and the city of the world. The second four treat of their history or progress; the third and last four, of their deserved destinies. And so, though all these twenty-two books refer to both cities, yet I have named them after the better city, and called them The City of God. (Summary by the author in his Retractationes (ii. 43) as translated by Marcus Dods)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-city-of-god-by-st-augustine-of-hippo/ |
p rome stormed sacked goths alaric king worshippers false gods pagans commonly call them made attempt attribute calamity christian religion began blaspheme true god even wonted bitterness acerbity kindled zeal house god prompted undertake defence city god charges misrepresentations assailants work hands several years owing interruptions occasioned many affairs prior claim attention could defer br br however great undertaking last completed twenty two books these first five refute fancy polytheistic worship necessary order secure worldly prosperity overwhelming calamities befallen us consequence prohibition following five books address admit calamities times attended times attend human race constantly recur forms less disastrous varying scenes occasions persons light but admitting this maintain worship gods advantageous life come ten books then refute two opinions groundless antagonistic christian religion br br but one might occasion say though refuted tenets men omitted establish own devote object second part work comprises twelve books although scrupled occasion offered either advance opinions first ten books demolish arguments opponents last twelve twelve books first four contain account origin two cities the city god city world second four treat history progress third last four deserved destinies so though twenty two books refer cities yet named better city called city god summary author retractationes ii 43 translated marcus dods p |
| 1445 |
1426 |
1692 |
Heidi kann brauchen, was es gelernt hat |
Johanna Spyri |
Family |
<p>Heidi ist zurückgekehrt zum Alpöhi. Der ist darüber so froh, dass er nach Jahrzehnten zum ersten Mal wieder die Kirche im Dörfli aufsucht, worüber die Dorfbewohner erstaunt, aber erfreut sind. Er setzt sein Haus im Dörfli wieder instand, damit Heidi den Winter dort verbringen und die Schule besuchen kann. Heidi überzeugt den Geissenpeter, lesen zu lernen.</p>\n\nIm folgenden Jahr hofft Heidi, dass Klara sie endlich besuchen kann. Aber erst kommt nur der Herr Doktor, um die Lage zu klären. Es gefällt ihm so gut, dass Klara tatsächlich im darauffolgenden Sommer nach einem Kuraufenthalt in Bad Ragaz in die Hütte des Alpöhi darf. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n |
German |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/heidi-kann-brauchen-was-es-gelernt-hat-by-johanna-spyri/ |
p heidi ist zurückgekehrt zum alpöhi der ist darüber froh dass er nach jahrzehnten zum ersten mal wieder die kirche im dörfli aufsucht worüber die dorfbewohner erstaunt aber erfreut sind er setzt sein haus im dörfli wieder instand damit heidi den winter dort verbringen und die schule besuchen kann heidi überzeugt den geissenpeter lesen zu lernen p im folgenden jahr hofft heidi dass klara sie endlich besuchen kann aber erst kommt nur der herr doktor um die lage zu klären es gefällt ihm gut dass klara tatsächlich im darauffolgenden sommer nach einem kuraufenthalt bad ragaz die hütte des alpöhi darf summary wikipedia p |
| 1446 |
1427 |
1693 |
Western United States |
Harold W. Fairbanks |
Travel & Geography |
<p>"In preparation of this book the author has had in mind the needs of the upper grammar grades. The subject matter has not been selected with the object of covering the field of Western geography in a systematic manner, but instead the attempt has been made to picture as graphically as may be some of its more striking and interesting physical features, and the influence which these features have exerted upon its discovery and settlement." (from the Preface of The Western United States)\n</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-western-united-states-by-harold-w-fairbanks |
p in preparation book author mind needs upper grammar grades subject matter selected object covering field western geography systematic manner instead attempt made picture graphically may striking interesting physical features influence features exerted upon discovery settlement from preface western united states p |
| 1447 |
1428 |
1694 |
Short Poetry Collection 056 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 056: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-056/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 056 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1448 |
1429 |
1695 |
Lodger |
Marie Belloc Lowndes |
Detective Fiction |
"The story is about a Jack the Ripper-type murderer known only as "The Avenger" in London, who has been killing young blonde women. Meanwhile, a mysterious man arrives at the house of Mr. and Mrs. Bunting looking for a room to rent. The Bunting's daughter, Daisy — a blonde model — becomes enamored with the lodger. At the same time, Joe — Daisy’s boyfriend and a detective assigned to The Avenger case — becomes jealous of the lodger and suspects he may be the murderer." (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-lodger-by-marie-belloc-lowndes/ |
the story jack ripper type murderer known the avenger london killing young blonde women meanwhile mysterious man arrives house mr mrs bunting looking room rent bunting s daughter daisy blonde model becomes enamored lodger time joe daisy s boyfriend detective assigned avenger case becomes jealous lodger suspects may murderer from wikipedia p |
| 1449 |
1430 |
1696 |
Bill of Rights |
United States Government |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
The Bill of Rights are the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, and were ratified on December 15, 1791.<p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/us-bill-of-rights-by-james-madison/ |
bill rights first ten amendments united states constitution ratified december 15 1791 p |
| 1450 |
1431 |
1697 |
Hallel (Psalms 113-118) (JPS) |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Hallel (Hebrew: הלל "Praise [God]") is part of Judaism's prayers, a verbatim recitation from Psalms 113-118, which is used for praise and thanksgiving that is recited by observant Jews on Jewish holidays. <i>Summary from Wikipedia</i></p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-hallel-psalms-113-118-translated-by-the-jewish-publication-society/ |
p hallel hebrew הלל praise god part judaism s prayers verbatim recitation psalms 113 118 used praise thanksgiving recited observant jews jewish holidays i summary wikipedia i p |
| 1451 |
1438 |
1705 |
Young Americans Abroad |
John Overton Choules |
Travel & Geography |
<p>It’s 1851 and the Crystal Palace Exhibition is on in England. English American the Reverend Dr. Choules leaves Newport, Rhode Island with three teenaged students - James Robinson, George Vanderbuilt, and Weld French, who are forced to leave the fourth member of their blue-blooded quartet at home - and all four travelers promise to write to “Dear Charley”, Charles Duston, of later fame. The boys meet the Duke of Wellington, travel down the Rhine, and meet many friends along the way. While the letters are filled with some prejudice against the Catholic religion, they are a product of their time - a sometimes ignorant, but often dazzling, period of our history. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p>\n |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/young-americans-abroad-by-j-o-choules/ |
p it s 1851 crystal palace exhibition england english american reverend dr choules leaves newport rhode island three teenaged students james robinson george vanderbuilt weld french forced leave fourth member blue blooded quartet home four travelers promise write dear charley charles duston later fame boys meet duke wellington travel rhine meet many friends along way letters filled prejudice catholic religion product time sometimes ignorant often dazzling period history summary sibella denton p |
| 1452 |
1432 |
1698 |
War and Peace, Book 05: 1806-1807 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-05-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1453 |
1433 |
1699 |
American Notes |
Rudyard Kipling |
Essays & Short Works, Travel & Geography |
In American Notes, Rudyard Kipling, the Nobel Prize-winning author of the Jungle Book, visits the USA. As the travel-diary of an Anglo-Indian Imperialist visiting the USA, these American Notes offer an interesting view of America in the 1880s.<br /><br />Kipling affects a wide-eyed innocence, and expresses astonishment at features of American life that differ from his own, not least the freedom (and attraction) of American women. However, he scorns the political machines that made a mockery of American democracy, and while exhibiting the racist attitudes that made him controversial in the 20th century concludes “It is not good to be a negro in the land of the free and the home of the brave.”<br /><br />G. A. England of Harvard University (letter to The New York Times 10/11/1902) wrote: “To the American temperament, the gentleman who throws stones while himself living in a glass house cannot fail to be amusing; the more so if, as in Mr Kipling’s case, he appears to be in a state of maiden innocence regarding the structure of his own domicile.”<br /><br />(Summary by Tim Bulkeley with Quotations from the Gutenberg edition of American Notes and the online version of The New York Times of October 11th 1902.)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/american-notes-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
american notes rudyard kipling nobel prize winning author jungle book visits usa travel diary anglo indian imperialist visiting usa american notes offer interesting view america 1880s br br kipling affects wide eyed innocence expresses astonishment features american life differ own least freedom and attraction american women however scorns political machines made mockery american democracy exhibiting racist attitudes made controversial 20th century concludes it good negro land free home brave br br g a england harvard university letter new york times 10 11 1902 wrote to american temperament gentleman throws stones living glass house cannot fail amusing if mr kipling s case appears state maiden innocence regarding structure domicile br br summary tim bulkeley quotations gutenberg edition american notes online version new york times october 11th 1902 p |
| 1454 |
1434 |
1701 |
Reuben Sachs: A Sketch |
Amy Levy |
General Fiction |
<p>Reuben Sachs is a London lawyer whose political aspirations do not include marriage to Judith Quixano, the daughter of a respectable but unexeptional family. But without Reuben, a woman like Judith might have a bleak future in mid-19th century England: a loveless marriage or lifelong dependancy are apparently her only options...<br></br>A feminist, a Jew, and a lesbian, Amy Levy wrote about Anglo-Jewish cultural mores and the lives of would-be independent women in Victorian society. Levy was as repelled by contemporary literature's occasional paragon (e.g., Daniel Deronda) as by its more frequent anti-Semitic stereotypes. REUBEN SACHS was her attempt at an honest, warts-and-all account of middle class Jewish life in late-19th century London. While many of Levy's contemporaries condemned the book as a shanda fur die goyim (an embarassment), Oscar Wilde wrote: "Its directness, its uncompromising truths, its depth of feeling, and above all, its absence of any single superfluous word, make REUBEN SACHS, in some sort, a classic." Amy Levy (1861-1889) was born in London and educated in Brighton and at Newnham College, Cambridge. Her social set included Beatrix Potter and Eleanor Marx, with whom she studied in the British Museum Reading Room, and lover Vernon Lee (Violet Padget). (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/reuben-sachs-by-amy-levy/ |
p reuben sachs london lawyer whose political aspirations include marriage judith quixano daughter respectable unexeptional family without reuben woman like judith might bleak future mid 19th century england loveless marriage lifelong dependancy apparently options br br a feminist jew lesbian amy levy wrote anglo jewish cultural mores lives would be independent women victorian society levy repelled contemporary literature s occasional paragon e g daniel deronda frequent anti semitic stereotypes reuben sachs attempt honest warts and all account middle class jewish life late 19th century london many levy s contemporaries condemned book shanda fur die goyim an embarassment oscar wilde wrote its directness uncompromising truths depth feeling all absence single superfluous word make reuben sachs sort classic amy levy 1861 1889 born london educated brighton newnham college cambridge social set included beatrix potter eleanor marx studied british museum reading room lover vernon lee violet padget summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1455 |
1435 |
1702 |
Illuminations |
Arthur Rimbaud |
Poetry |
Illuminations include some autobiographical allusions to his voyant (visionary) period, which began in 1869; but Illuminations is neither a confession nor an apology. Its several dozen short prose works and two free-verse poems transcend prose grammar by allowing their words to drift away from their dictionary definitions. Ever-elusive, relentless, overflowing with sinuous cadences, Illuminations transcends Une Saison en Enfer as it in turn had transcended Rimbaud's early verses. Some scholars even propose that some of the Illuminations may have been written after Une Saison, which supposedly marked his farewell to literature. (From Wikipedia)<p> |
French |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/illuminations-by-arthur-rimbaud/ |
illuminations include autobiographical allusions voyant visionary period began 1869 illuminations neither confession apology several dozen short prose works two free verse poems transcend prose grammar allowing words drift away dictionary definitions ever elusive relentless overflowing sinuous cadences illuminations transcends une saison en enfer turn transcended rimbaud s early verses scholars even propose illuminations may written une saison supposedly marked farewell literature from wikipedia p |
| 1456 |
1436 |
1703 |
Ball-of-Fat |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction |
<p>The first significant published short story of French author Guy de Maupassant, and generally acknowledged as his greatest work, "Ball-of-Fat" (French title: Boule de Suif) is the touching story of an interrupted coach ride from Rouen to Le Havre during which occurs the corruption of a principled prostitute by immoral and hypocritical members of the upper class. The story is set during the occupation of Rouen at the time of the Franco-Prussian War. (Summary by Michael Thomas Robinson)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/ball-of-fat-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
p the first significant published short story french author guy de maupassant generally acknowledged greatest work ball of fat french title boule de suif touching story interrupted coach ride rouen le havre occurs corruption principled prostitute immoral hypocritical members upper class story set occupation rouen time franco prussian war summary michael thomas robinson p |
| 1457 |
1437 |
1704 |
Lady's Life on a Farm in Manitoba |
Mary Georgiana Caroline Hall |
Memoirs, Letters |
In 1881, Mrs. Cecil Hall's brother went to Manitoba to farm. In 1882, she went out for a visit of some two months, and followed that visit with a long sojourn in Colorado, returning to England as the snows began to fall. While there, she had to give up her "Lady's ways" and help on the farm in many ways she'd never stoop to at home. She makes hay, cooks, paints the barn roof, and cleans. Through it all, the newness helped her keep her temper, and these letters home show an insight into the settlement of Western Canada. These letters have a feel of "Little House on the Prarie" from an English lady's point of view. (Summary by Sibella Denton).<p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-ladys-life-on-a-farm-in-manitoba-by-mrs-cecil-hall/ |
1881 mrs cecil hall s brother went manitoba farm 1882 went visit two months followed visit long sojourn colorado returning england snows began fall there give lady s ways help farm many ways she d never stoop home makes hay cooks paints barn roof cleans all newness helped keep temper letters home show insight settlement western canada letters feel little house prarie english lady s point view summary sibella denton p |
| 1458 |
1439 |
1706 |
Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, Written by Herself |
Harriet Jacobs |
Memoirs |
<p>Harriet Jacobs' autobiography, written under the pseudonym Linda Brent, details her experiences as a slave in North Carolina, her escape to freedom in the north, and her ensuing struggles to free her children. The narrative was partly serialized in the New York Tribune, but was discontinued because Jacobs' depictions of the sexual abuse of female slaves were considered too shocking. It was published in book form in 1861. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett). </p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/incidents-in-the-life-of-a-slave-girl-by-harriet-jacobs/ |
p harriet jacobs autobiography written pseudonym linda brent details experiences slave north carolina escape freedom north ensuing struggles free children narrative partly serialized new york tribune discontinued jacobs depictions sexual abuse female slaves considered shocking published book form 1861 summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1459 |
1440 |
1707 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. V |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. The books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behavior and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell. Gibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikikipedia)</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/decline-and-fall-of-the-roman-empire-v/ |
p the history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behavior decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikikipedia p |
| 1460 |
1441 |
1708 |
Home and the World |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Historical Fiction, Romance, *Non-fiction |
Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941), also known by the sobriquet Gurudev, was a Bengali poet, Brahmo religionist, visual artist, playwright, novelist, and composer whose works reshaped Bengali literature and music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He became Asia’s first Nobel laureate when he won the 1913 Nobel Prize in Literature.\n\nThe Home and the World is a 1916 novel, set in the estate of the rich Bengali noble Nikhil. He lives happily with his beautiful wife Bimala until the appearance of his friend and radical revolutionist, Sandip.\n\nSandip, a passionate and active man, is a contradiction to the peace-loving and somewhat passive Nikhil. He easily attracts the innocent and unsuspecting Bimala, creating a love triangle. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-home-and-the-world-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
rabindranath tagore 1861 1941 also known sobriquet gurudev bengali poet brahmo religionist visual artist playwright novelist composer whose works reshaped bengali literature music late 19th early 20th centuries became asia s first nobel laureate 1913 nobel prize literature home world 1916 novel set estate rich bengali noble nikhil lives happily beautiful wife bimala appearance friend radical revolutionist sandip sandip passionate active man contradiction peace loving somewhat passive nikhil easily attracts innocent unsuspecting bimala creating love triangle summary wikipedia p |
| 1461 |
1442 |
1709 |
Michael Kohlhaas |
Heinrich von Kleist |
General Fiction |
<p>An den Ufern der Havel lebte, um die Mitte des sechzehnten Jahrhunderts, ein Roßhändler, namens Michael Kohlhaas, Sohn eines Schulmeisters, einer der rechtschaffensten zugleich und entsetzlichsten Menschen seiner Zeit. - Dieser außerordentliche Mann würde, bis in sein dreißigstes Jahr für das Muster eines guten Staatsbürgers haben gelten können. Er besaß in einem Dorfe, das noch von ihm den Namen führt, einen Meierhof, auf welchem er sich durch sein Gewerbe ruhig ernährte; die Kinder, die ihm sein Weib schenkte, erzog er, in der Furcht Gottes, zur Arbeitsamkeit und Treue; nicht einer war unter seinen Nachbarn, der sich nicht seiner Wohltätigkeit, oder seiner Gerechtigkeit erfreut hätte; kurz, die Welt würde sein Andenken haben segnen müssen, wenn er in einer Tugend nicht ausgeschweift hätte. Das Rechtgefühl aber machte ihn zum Räuber und Mörder. (1. Absatz des Buchs) </p> |
German |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/michael-kohlhaas-by-heinrich-von-kleist/ |
p an den ufern der havel lebte um die mitte des sechzehnten jahrhunderts ein roßhändler namens michael kohlhaas sohn eines schulmeisters einer der rechtschaffensten zugleich und entsetzlichsten menschen seiner zeit dieser außerordentliche mann würde bis sein dreißigstes jahr für das muster eines guten staatsbürgers haben gelten können er besaß einem dorfe das noch von ihm den namen führt einen meierhof auf welchem er sich durch sein gewerbe ruhig ernährte die kinder die ihm sein weib schenkte erzog er der furcht gottes zur arbeitsamkeit und treue nicht einer war unter seinen nachbarn der sich nicht seiner wohltätigkeit oder seiner gerechtigkeit erfreut hätte kurz die welt würde sein andenken haben segnen müssen wenn er einer tugend nicht ausgeschweift hätte das rechtgefühl aber machte ihn zum räuber und mörder 1 absatz des buchs p |
| 1462 |
1443 |
1710 |
First Snow-Fall |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of <i>The First Snow Fall</i> by James Russell Lowell. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 16th, 2007. Read by Caitlin Teresa, Carolyn Frances, Clarica, Esther, Jc Guan, Katie Gibboney, Lee Ann Howlett, Peter Yearsley, and Sean McGaughey.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-snowfall-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
librivox volunteers bring nine different recordings i the first snow fall i james russell lowell weekly poetry project week december 16th 2007 read caitlin teresa carolyn frances clarica esther jc guan katie gibboney lee ann howlett peter yearsley sean mcgaughey p |
| 1463 |
1444 |
1711 |
Problems in American Democracy |
Thames Williamson |
Political Science |
<p><i>Problems in American Democracy</i> is a very detailed, specific explanation of some of the underlying and surface problems of a democracy system of government, particularly of the American form of democracy. Though lengthy, it is a great read for people who want to learn more about different types of government and the foundations of our own government in the United States of America. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/problems-in-american-democracy-by-thames-williamson/ |
p i problems american democracy i detailed specific explanation underlying surface problems democracy system government particularly american form democracy though lengthy great read people want learn different types government foundations government united states america summary allyson hester p |
| 1464 |
1445 |
1712 |
Münchhausen |
Gottfried August Bürger |
Fantasy Fiction |
<p> Wunderbare Reisen zu Wasser und zu Lande - Feldzüge und lustige Abenteuer des Freiherrn von Münchhausen,\nwie er dieselben bei der Flasche\nim Zirkel seiner Freunde\nselbst zu erzählen pflegt. \n\n * Die Geschichten von Münchhausen gehören in die Tradition der Lügengeschichten, die weit in die Literaturgeschichte zurückreicht.\n Die historische Person Hieronymus Carl Friedrich von Münchhausen erzählte vielleicht schon während seiner Stationierung in Riga, sicher aber nach seiner Rückkehr nach Bodenwerder etwa von 1755 an im Freundeskreis auf besondere Art Lügengeschichten und erreichte damit überregionale Bekanntheit. Nur von vier Geschichten im später erschienenen Buch weiß man, dass er sie wirklich erzählt hat. (Summary by wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/muenchhausen-by-gottfried-august-buerger/ |
p wunderbare reisen zu wasser und zu lande feldzüge und lustige abenteuer des freiherrn von münchhausen wie er dieselben bei der flasche im zirkel seiner freunde selbst zu erzählen pflegt die geschichten von münchhausen gehören die tradition der lügengeschichten die weit die literaturgeschichte zurückreicht die historische person hieronymus carl friedrich von münchhausen erzählte vielleicht schon während seiner stationierung riga sicher aber nach seiner rückkehr nach bodenwerder etwa von 1755 im freundeskreis auf besondere art lügengeschichten und erreichte damit überregionale bekanntheit nur von vier geschichten im später erschienenen buch weiß man dass er sie wirklich erzählt hat summary wikipedia p |
| 1465 |
1446 |
1713 |
Bible (KJV) NT 23-25: 1, 2, & 3 John |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Authorized King James Version is an English translation by the Church of England of the Christian Bible begun in 1604 and completed in 1611. First printed by the King's Printer, Robert Barker, this was the third such official translation into English; the first having been the Great Bible commissioned by the Church of England in the reign of King Henry VIII, and the second having been the Bishop's Bible of 1568. In January 1604, King James I of England convened the Hampton Court Conference where a new English version was conceived in response to the perceived problems of the earlier translations as detected by the Puritans, a faction within the Church of England.<br/><br/>\nJames gave the translators instructions intended to guarantee that the new version would conform to the ecclesiology and reflect the episcopal structure of the Church of England and its beliefs about an ordained clergy. The translation was by 47 scholars, all of whom were members of the Church of England. In common with most other translations of the period, the New Testament was translated from Greek, the Old Testament was translated from Hebrew text, while the Apocrypha were translated from the Greek and Latin. (Introduction from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/epistles-of-john-king-james-version/ |
authorized king james version english translation church england christian bible begun 1604 completed 1611 first printed king s printer robert barker third official translation english first great bible commissioned church england reign king henry viii second bishop s bible 1568 january 1604 king james england convened hampton court conference new english version conceived response perceived problems earlier translations detected puritans faction within church england br br james gave translators instructions intended guarantee new version would conform ecclesiology reflect episcopal structure church england beliefs ordained clergy translation 47 scholars members church england common translations period new testament translated greek old testament translated hebrew text apocrypha translated greek latin introduction wikipedia br br |
| 1466 |
1447 |
1714 |
Bible (YLT) 28: Hosea |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-hosea-ylt-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia p |
| 1467 |
1448 |
1715 |
Longest Journey |
E. M. Forster |
General Fiction |
<p>Frederick Elliot is a student at early 20th century Cambridge, a university that seems like paradise to him, amongst bright if cynical companions, when he receives a visit from two friends, an engaged young woman, Agnes Pembroke, and her older brother, Herbert. The Pembrokes are Rickie’s only friends from home. An orphan who grew up living with cousins, he was sent to a public (boarding) school where he was shunned and bullied because of his lame foot, an inherited weakness, and frail body. Agnes, as it happens, is engaged to Gerald, now in the army, who was one of the sturdy youths who bullied Rickie at school. Rickie is not brilliant at argument, but he is intensely responsive to poetry and art, and is accepted within a circle of philosophical and intellectual fellow-students led by a brilliant but especially cynical aspiring philosopher, Stuart Ansell, who refuses, when he is introduced to her, even to acknowledge that Agnes exists. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-longest-journey-by-e-m-forster/ |
p frederick elliot student early 20th century cambridge university seems like paradise him amongst bright cynical companions receives visit two friends engaged young woman agnes pembroke older brother herbert pembrokes rickie s friends home orphan grew living cousins sent public boarding school shunned bullied lame foot inherited weakness frail body agnes happens engaged gerald army one sturdy youths bullied rickie school rickie brilliant argument intensely responsive poetry art accepted within circle philosophical intellectual fellow students led brilliant especially cynical aspiring philosopher stuart ansell refuses introduced her even acknowledge agnes exists from wikipedia p |
| 1468 |
1449 |
1716 |
Angel of Terror (version 2) |
Edgar Wallace |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Beautiful Jean Briggerland is the epitome of evilness in this twisting and turning thriller. She plots many different ways to steal her new victim's riches including lies and murder. Only Jack Glover the lawyer of Jean's most recent victim, is aware of her true nature. Can he stop her crime spree and bring her to justice before she murders her way to wealth and happiness? Don't count on it! Page after page offers action, new twists, and unexpected surprises that will keep the reader listening for more! (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-angel-of-terror-by-edgar-wallace-2/ |
p beautiful jean briggerland epitome evilness twisting turning thriller plots many different ways steal new victim s riches including lies murder jack glover lawyer jean s recent victim aware true nature stop crime spree bring justice murders way wealth happiness count it page page offers action new twists unexpected surprises keep reader listening more summary allyson hester p |
| 1469 |
1465 |
1736 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 022 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 022: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-022-by-various/ |
p librivox s short story collection 022 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1470 |
1450 |
1718 |
Aeneid |
Virgil |
Epics |
<p> The Aeneid is a Latin epic written by Virgil in the 1st century BC that tells the legendary story of Aeneas, a Trojan who traveled to Italy, where he became the ancestor of the Romans. The first six of the poem’s twelve books tell the story of Aeneas’ wanderings from Troy to Italy, and the poem’s second half treats the Trojans’ ultimately victorious war upon the Latins, under whose name Aeneas and his Trojan followers are destined to be subsumed. The poem was commissioned from Vergil by the Emperor Augustus to glorify Rome. Several critics think that the hero Aeneas’ abandonment of the Cartheginian Queen Dido, is meant as a statement of how Augustus’ enemy, Mark Anthony, should have behaved with the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra. (Summary by Wikipedia and Karen Merline)</p>\n |
English |
1697 |
https://librivox.org/aeneid-by-vergil/ |
p aeneid latin epic written virgil 1st century bc tells legendary story aeneas trojan traveled italy became ancestor romans first six poem s twelve books tell story aeneas wanderings troy italy poem s second half treats trojans ultimately victorious war upon latins whose name aeneas trojan followers destined subsumed poem commissioned vergil emperor augustus glorify rome several critics think hero aeneas abandonment cartheginian queen dido meant statement augustus enemy mark anthony behaved egyptian queen cleopatra summary wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1471 |
1451 |
1720 |
Poor Little Rich Girl |
Eleanor Gates |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Poor Little Rich Girl is a children’s fantasy about a little girl named Gwendolyn who is lonely and longs for a friend. But she is isolated by rich parents who ignore her and left to the care of servants who are indifferent. Her nanny’s carelessness with some medicine plunges Gwendolyn into a bewildering world in which metaphors literally come to life. (Summary by Susan Umpleby) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-poor-little-rich-girl-by-eleanor-gates/ |
p the poor little rich girl children s fantasy little girl named gwendolyn lonely longs friend isolated rich parents ignore left care servants indifferent nanny s carelessness medicine plunges gwendolyn bewildering world metaphors literally come life summary susan umpleby p |
| 1472 |
1452 |
1721 |
Short Poetry Collection 057 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 057: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-057/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 057 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1473 |
1453 |
1722 |
Жития Святых, т. 01 - септемврий (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 01 - September) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам: якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвещают, тыяжде и от Индиан зрятся, ни сокрываются от скифов, землю озаряют, и морю светят, и плавающих корабли управляют: ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради, обаче светлей доброте их чудимся. Сице и светлость святых, аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех, но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны: чудимся тех житию, и удивляемся славе, еюже Бог угодившыя Ему прославляет. </p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him.</p><p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.] </p> |
Church Slavonic |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-septemvrii-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвещают тыяжде и от индиан зрятся ни сокрываются от скифов землю озаряют и морю светят и плавающих корабли управляют ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради обаче светлей доброте их чудимся сице и светлость святых аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны чудимся тех житию и удивляемся славе еюже бог угодившыя ему прославляет p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
| 1474 |
1454 |
1723 |
מסעות בנימין השלישי The Wanderings of Benjamin III |
מנדלה מוכר ספרים Mendele Mocher Sforim |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Mendele Mocher Sforim (Literary name for Shalom Jacob Abramovitsch) (1835 - 1917, b. Kapulye, Belorussia), one of the first modern Jewish writers, wrote in both Hebrew and Yiddish throughout his career. In his work he described with sharp satirical criticism the traditional life in small Jewish towns, as well as tendencies for assimilation of learned Jews at the time. He was regarded as the "grandfather of Yiddish literature" but the Hebraic-Zionist atmosphere in Odessa influenced him, and in 1886 he turned to writing Hebrew fiction. The hero of "The Travels of Benjamin the III" is a fool in a town full of poor Jews who barely manage to keep themselves alive. Benjamin is struck suddenly by a desire to travel, and joined by Sendrel he sets out to find a Jewish kingdom mentioned in legends of the Ten Lost Tribes. They hardly make it around the block. Barely escaping from their own wives, the two travel only as far as nearby towns. As the novel progresses they fall into the hands of Jewish kidnappers, who take advantage of their naiveté to sell them into the czarist army. They are caught when they try to escape, and the army’s response to this treason is a delicious twist that leaves the reader wondering who exactly is insane – and where precisely the line is drawn between an absurdity and a worthwhile dream. (Summary by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-wanderings-of-benjamin-iii-by-mendele-mocher-sforim/ |
p mendele mocher sforim literary name shalom jacob abramovitsch 1835 1917 b kapulye belorussia one first modern jewish writers wrote hebrew yiddish throughout career work described sharp satirical criticism traditional life small jewish towns well tendencies assimilation learned jews time regarded grandfather yiddish literature hebraic zionist atmosphere odessa influenced him 1886 turned writing hebrew fiction hero the travels benjamin iii fool town full poor jews barely manage keep alive benjamin struck suddenly desire travel joined sendrel sets find jewish kingdom mentioned legends ten lost tribes hardly make around block barely escaping wives two travel far nearby towns novel progresses fall hands jewish kidnappers take advantage naiveté sell czarist army caught try escape army s response treason delicious twist leaves reader wondering exactly insane precisely line drawn absurdity worthwhile dream summary omri lernau p |
| 1475 |
1455 |
1724 |
Shirley Letters from California Mines in 1851-52 |
Louise Amelia Knapp Smith Clappe |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Louise Amelia Knapp Smith Clappe moved to California from Massachusetts during the Gold Rush of the mid-1800’s. During her travels, Louise was offered the opportunity to write for The Herald about her travel adventures. It was at this point that Louise chose the name “Shirley” as her pen name. Dame Shirley wrote a series of 23 letters to her sister Mary Jane (also known as Molly) in Massachusetts in 1851 and 1852. The “Shirley Letters”, as the collected whole later became known, gave true accounts of life in two gold mining camps on the Feather River in the 1850s. She described these camps in Northern California with vividness in portraying the wildness of Gold Rush life. The letters give detailed accounts of the vast and beautiful landscape that was the background to the hustle and bustle of mining life. Louise’s perspective as a woman provided a contrast to the typically all-male mining camps that she occupied. The letters were later published in the Pioneer, a California literary magazine based out of San Francisco. (from wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-shirley-letters-from-california-mines-by-louise-amelia-clappe/ |
p louise amelia knapp smith clappe moved california massachusetts gold rush mid 1800 s travels louise offered opportunity write herald travel adventures point louise chose name shirley pen name dame shirley wrote series 23 letters sister mary jane also known molly massachusetts 1851 1852 shirley letters collected whole later became known gave true accounts life two gold mining camps feather river 1850s described camps northern california vividness portraying wildness gold rush life letters give detailed accounts vast beautiful landscape background hustle bustle mining life louise s perspective woman provided contrast typically all male mining camps occupied letters later published pioneer california literary magazine based san francisco from wikipedia p |
| 1476 |
1456 |
1727 |
White Company |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Set during the Hundred Years' War with France, <i>The White Company</i> tells the story of a young Saxon man who is learning what it is to be a knight. Raised by Cistercian Monks and rejected by a violent elder brother, Alleyn Edricson takes service with one of the foremost knights in the country. When Alleyn falls in love with the knight's daughter, he must prove himself to be a courageous and honourable knight before he can win her hand. Alleyn and his friends set forth with the other men-at-arms to join Prince Edward in Bordeaux, from where they will take part in the Prince's campaign into Spain. It is in Spain that Alleyn and others must prove themselves to be very valiant and hardy cavaliers. (Summary by Clive Catterall)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-company-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p set hundred years war france i the white company i tells story young saxon man learning knight raised cistercian monks rejected violent elder brother alleyn edricson takes service one foremost knights country alleyn falls love knight s daughter must prove courageous honourable knight win hand alleyn friends set forth men at arms join prince edward bordeaux take part prince s campaign spain spain alleyn others must prove valiant hardy cavaliers summary clive catterall p |
| 1477 |
1457 |
1728 |
Philippics |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Political Science, Antiquity, Short non-fiction |
<p>A philippic is a fiery, damning speech delivered to condemn a particular political actor. The term originates with Demosthenes, who delivered an attack on Philip II of Macedon in the 4th century BCE.</br></br>Cicero consciously modeled his own attacks on Mark Antony, in 44 BC and 43 BC, on Demosthenes's speeches, and if the correspondence between M. Brutus and Cicero are genuine [ad Brut. ii 3.4, ii 4.2], at least the fifth and seventh speeches were referred to as the Philippics in Cicero's time. They were also called the Antonian Orations by Aulus Gellius. It is ironic that they were named after a series of speeches that failed to effectively warn the Greeks of the danger of Philip of Macedon whose son, Alexander the Great, went on to be one of the greatest conquerors of all time. After the death of Caesar, Cicero privately expressed regrets that the murderers of Caesar had not included Antony in their plot and became focused on discrediting Antony. Cicero even promoted illegal action, such as legitimatizing Octavian's private army. In total, Cicero made 14 Phillipics in less than two years - an impressively energetic feat for the over 60 ex-consul. Cicero's focus on Antony, however, would contribute to his downfall as he failed to recognize the threat of Octavian and ignored and promoted illegal actions. Cicero's attacks on Antony did not go unpunished and in 43 BC he was proscribed and killed. His head and hands were publicly displayed in the forum discouraging those who would openly oppose the new Triumvirate of Octavian, Mark Antony and Lepidus. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/philippics-by-cicero/ |
p a philippic fiery damning speech delivered condemn particular political actor term originates demosthenes delivered attack philip ii macedon 4th century bce br br cicero consciously modeled attacks mark antony 44 bc 43 bc demosthenes s speeches correspondence m brutus cicero genuine ad brut ii 3 4 ii 4 2 least fifth seventh speeches referred philippics cicero s time also called antonian orations aulus gellius ironic named series speeches failed effectively warn greeks danger philip macedon whose son alexander great went one greatest conquerors time death caesar cicero privately expressed regrets murderers caesar included antony plot became focused discrediting antony cicero even promoted illegal action legitimatizing octavian s private army total cicero made 14 phillipics less two years impressively energetic feat 60 ex consul cicero s focus antony however would contribute downfall failed recognize threat octavian ignored promoted illegal actions cicero s attacks antony go unpunished 43 bc proscribed killed head hands publicly displayed forum discouraging would openly oppose new triumvirate octavian mark antony lepidus summary wikipedia p |
| 1478 |
1458 |
1729 |
Cecilia: Memoirs of an Heiress |
Fanny Burney |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
The plot of <i>Cecilia</i> revolves around the heroine, Cecilia Beverley, whose inheritance from her uncle comes with the stipulation that she find a husband who will accept her name. This proves impossible, and she gives up her fortune to marry for love.<br /><br />Jane Austen referred to Cecilia and other novels in her novel, Northanger Abbey: “'And what are you reading, Miss — ?' 'Oh! It is only a novel!' replies the young lady, while she lays down her book with affected indifference, or momentary shame. 'It is only Cecilia, or Camilla, or Belinda'; or, in short, only some work in which the greatest powers of the mind are displayed, in which the most thorough knowledge of human nature, the happiest delineation of its varieties, the liveliest effusions of wit and humour, are conveyed to the world in the best–chosen language. The title of Austen's Pride and Prejudice may have been inspired by a passage at the end of Cecilia: “remember: if to pride and prejudice you owe your miseries, so wonderfully is good and evil balanced, that to pride and prejudice you will also owe their termination.” (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/cecilia-by-fanny-burney/ |
plot i cecilia i revolves around heroine cecilia beverley whose inheritance uncle comes stipulation find husband accept name proves impossible gives fortune marry love br br jane austen referred cecilia novels novel northanger abbey and reading miss oh novel replies young lady lays book affected indifference momentary shame it cecilia camilla belinda or short work greatest powers mind displayed thorough knowledge human nature happiest delineation varieties liveliest effusions wit humour conveyed world best chosen language title austen s pride prejudice may inspired passage end cecilia remember pride prejudice owe miseries wonderfully good evil balanced pride prejudice also owe termination summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1479 |
1459 |
1730 |
Power of Concentration |
William Walker Atkinson |
Self-Help |
<p>A series of twenty lessons designed to help develop and improve the power of concentration. (Summary by Andrea Fiore)<BR>Written under the pseudonym of Theron Q. Dumont.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-power-of-concentration-by-theron-q-dumont/ |
p a series twenty lessons designed help develop improve power concentration summary andrea fiore br written pseudonym theron q dumont p |
| 1480 |
1460 |
1731 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 002 |
Various |
Detective Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 002: a collection of 10 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-mystery-story-collection-002/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 002 collection 10 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1481 |
1461 |
1732 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 005 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>In LibriVox's Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-005/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 1482 |
1462 |
1733 |
Hospital Sketches |
Louisa May Alcott |
War & Military, Letters |
<p>Alcott in 1862 served as a nurse in Georgetown, D.C during the Civil War. She wrote home what she observed there. Those harrowing and sometimes humorous letters compiled make up Hospital Sketches. (Summary by Aaron Elliott)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/hospital-sketches-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p alcott 1862 served nurse georgetown d c civil war wrote home observed there harrowing sometimes humorous letters compiled make hospital sketches summary aaron elliott p |
| 1483 |
1463 |
1734 |
Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains |
Isabella L. Bird |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<p>Isabella Bird began travelling while in her early twenties to help alleviate illness that had plagued her since childhood. She was a single woman in her early forties when she made her treck through the Rocky Mountains. A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains details this fascinating account of her travels through a series of letters written to her sister, Henrietta. These letters are filled with beautiful, vivid descriptions of the scenery, the people she encountered, the way of life, and a mountain man named Jim Nugent, that was as rough as they come, but a complete gentleman with Ms. Bird. She has the distinction of being the first woman to become a member of the Royal Geographical Society in 1892. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p>\n\n |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-ladys-life-in-the-rocky-mountains-by-isabella-l-bird/ |
p isabella bird began travelling early twenties help alleviate illness plagued since childhood single woman early forties made treck rocky mountains lady s life rocky mountains details fascinating account travels series letters written sister henrietta letters filled beautiful vivid descriptions scenery people encountered way life mountain man named jim nugent rough come complete gentleman ms bird distinction first woman become member royal geographical society 1892 summary laura caldwell p |
| 1484 |
1464 |
1735 |
Commentaries on the Laws of England (1765) |
William Blackstone |
Law, Political Science |
<p>The Commentaries on the Laws of England are an influential 18th century treatise on the common law of England by Sir William Blackstone, originally published by the Clarendon Press at Oxford, 1765-1769.</p><p>The Commentaries were long regarded as the leading work on the development of English law and played a role in the development of the American legal system. They were in fact the first methodical treatise on the common law suitable for a lay readership since at least the Middle Ages. The common law of England has relied on precedent more than statute and codifications and has been far less amenable than the civil law, developed from the Roman law, to the needs of a treatise. The Commentaries were influential largely because they were in fact readable, and because they met a need. The work is as much an apologia for the legal system of the time as it is an explanation; even when the law was obscure, Blackstone sought to make it seem rational, just, and inevitable that things should be how they were. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1765 |
https://librivox.org/commentaries-on-the-laws-of-england-by-william-blackstone/ |
p the commentaries laws england influential 18th century treatise common law england sir william blackstone originally published clarendon press oxford 1765 1769 p p the commentaries long regarded leading work development english law played role development american legal system fact first methodical treatise common law suitable lay readership since least middle ages common law england relied precedent statute codifications far less amenable civil law developed roman law needs treatise commentaries influential largely fact readable met need work much apologia legal system time explanation even law obscure blackstone sought make seem rational just inevitable things were summary wikipedia p |
| 1485 |
1466 |
1737 |
Nederigheid |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Probably the most needful characteristic of any Christian when following Christ is humility; Andrew Murray has an insight into this important subject unparalleled in writers of any age. Summary by Jack Hielema.</p> \nAn English version is available / Een Engelse versie is beschikbaar. <a href="http://librivox.org/humility-the-beauty-of-holiness/">Humility : The Beauty of Holiness</a>. <p> |
Dutch |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/nederigheid/ |
p probably needful characteristic christian following christ humility andrew murray insight important subject unparalleled writers age summary jack hielema p english version available een engelse versie beschikbaar a href http librivox org humility the beauty of holiness humility beauty holiness a p |
| 1486 |
1467 |
1738 |
Heretics |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Contemporary |
<p>The Author Gilbert Keith Chesterton was born in London, England on the 29th of May, 1874. Though he considered himself a mere "rollicking journalist," he was actually a prolific and gifted writer in virtually every area of literature. A man of strong opinions and enormously talented at defending them, his exuberant personality nevertheless allowed him to maintain warm friendships with people--such as George Bernard Shaw and H. G. Wells--with whom he vehemently disagreed. Chesterton had no difficulty standing up for what he believed. He was one of the few journalists to oppose the Boer War. His 1922 "Eugenics and Other Evils" attacked what was at that time the most progressive of all ideas, the idea that the human race could and should breed a superior version of itself. In the Nazi experience, history demonstrated the wisdom of his once "reactionary" views.</p><p>Chesterton wrote several works of Christian apologetics, the best known of which are "Orthodoxy", "Heretics", and "The Everlasting Man". (Summary from Project Gutenberg)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/heretics-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p the author gilbert keith chesterton born london england 29th may 1874 though considered mere rollicking journalist actually prolific gifted writer virtually every area literature man strong opinions enormously talented defending them exuberant personality nevertheless allowed maintain warm friendships people such george bernard shaw h g wells with vehemently disagreed chesterton difficulty standing believed one journalists oppose boer war 1922 eugenics evils attacked time progressive ideas idea human race could breed superior version itself nazi experience history demonstrated wisdom reactionary views p p chesterton wrote several works christian apologetics best known orthodoxy heretics the everlasting man summary project gutenberg p |
| 1487 |
1468 |
1739 |
Folk Tales from Many Lands |
Lilian Gask |
Anthologies |
A collection of poetic folk talkes from all over the world.</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/folk-tales-from-many-lands-by-lilian-gask/ |
collection poetic folk talkes world p |
| 1488 |
1469 |
1740 |
Strange Disappearance |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
Anna Katharine Green (November 11, 1846 – April 11, 1935) was an American poet and novelist. She was one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and distinguished herself by writing well plotted, legally accurate stories (no doubt assisted by her lawyer father).</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/a-strange-disappearance-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green november 11 1846 april 11 1935 american poet novelist one first writers detective fiction america distinguished writing well plotted legally accurate stories no doubt assisted lawyer father p |
| 1489 |
1470 |
1741 |
Riders of the Purple Sage |
Zane Grey |
Westerns |
<p>The year is 1871, and wealthy ranch owner Jane Withersteen is in trouble. She has incurred the displeasure of her Mormon church leaders by refusing to marry a church elder and by befriending Gentiles (non-Mormons). In rides Lassiter, the quintessential Western hero: mysterious, purposeful, a deadly gunslinger, but with an unexpected streak of gentleness. While Lassiter is assisting Jane at the ranch, her friend and rider Bern Venters is having an adventure of his own in the Utah canyonlands. <i>Riders of the Purple Sage</i> is a story of heroism, love, brave men and strong women, good dogs and fast horses. And who <i>is</i> that Masked Rider? (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/riders-of-the-purple-sage-by-zane-grey/ |
p the year 1871 wealthy ranch owner jane withersteen trouble incurred displeasure mormon church leaders refusing marry church elder befriending gentiles non mormons rides lassiter quintessential western hero mysterious purposeful deadly gunslinger unexpected streak gentleness lassiter assisting jane ranch friend rider bern venters adventure utah canyonlands i riders purple sage i story heroism love brave men strong women good dogs fast horses i is i masked rider summary laurie anne walden p |
| 1490 |
1471 |
1742 |
Garden Fairies |
Philip Bourke Marston |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>Garden Fairies</em> by Philip Bourke Marston. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 30th, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/garden-fairies-by-philip-bourke-marston/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em garden fairies em philip bourke marston weekly poetry project week december 30th 2007 br br |
| 1491 |
1472 |
1743 |
Old and New Year Ditties |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 3 different recordings of <em>Old and New Year Ditties</em> by Christina Rossetti.<br /><br /> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/old-and-new-year-ditties-by-christina-rossetti/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 3 different recordings em old new year ditties em christina rossetti br br |
| 1492 |
1473 |
1744 |
Short Poetry Collection 058 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 058: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-058/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 058 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1493 |
1474 |
1745 |
Chants de Maldoror |
Comte de Lautréamont |
Poetry |
<i>Les Chants de Maldoror</i> is a poetic novel (or a long prose poem) consisting of six cantos. It was written between 1868 and 1869 by the Comte de Lautreamont, the pseudonym of Isidore Lucien Ducasse. Many of the surrealists in the early 1900s cited the novel as a major inspiration to their own works and <i>Les Chants de Maldoror</i>, and its protagonist Maldoror, have continued to fascinate people since its publication. The work revolves around the misanthropic character of Maldoror, a figure of absolute evil who is opposed to God and humanity, and has renounced all ties to conventional morality and decency. The iconoclastic imagery and tone is typically violent and macabre, and ostensibly nihilistic. <i>Les Chants de Maldoror</i> is considered to have been a major influence upon French Symbolism, Dada and Surrealism. <br/>From Wikipedia</p> |
French |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/les-chants-de-maldoror-by-comte-de-lautreamont/ |
i les chants de maldoror i poetic novel or long prose poem consisting six cantos written 1868 1869 comte de lautreamont pseudonym isidore lucien ducasse many surrealists early 1900s cited novel major inspiration works i les chants de maldoror i protagonist maldoror continued fascinate people since publication work revolves around misanthropic character maldoror figure absolute evil opposed god humanity renounced ties conventional morality decency iconoclastic imagery tone typically violent macabre ostensibly nihilistic i les chants de maldoror i considered major influence upon french symbolism dada surrealism br from wikipedia p |
| 1494 |
1475 |
1746 |
When William Came |
Saki |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<br />We have had many novels about alternate histories, often of the 'What would have happened if Hitler had won the war' type and this is another - except that this one is set in 1913 and the 'William' of the title is that old bogeyman 'Kaiser Bill'. For some reason, at the height of Britain's power, the fear of invasion was common at that time. (See <em>The Riddle of the Sands</em>, <em>The Battle of Dorking</em>, <em>Spies of the Kaiser</em> or even <em>The War of the Worlds</em>)<br></br><strong>WARNING:</strong> Contains mild anti-semitism and jingoism typical of the period. (Summary by Andy Minter)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/when-william-came-by-saki/ |
br we many novels alternate histories often what would happened hitler war type another except one set 1913 william title old bogeyman kaiser bill reason height britain s power fear invasion common time see em the riddle sands em em the battle dorking em em spies kaiser em even em the war worlds em br br strong warning strong contains mild anti semitism jingoism typical period summary andy minter br br |
| 1495 |
1476 |
1747 |
Camera Obscura |
Nicolaas Beets |
Single Author Collections |
<P>De Camera Obscura is een verzameling verhalen en beschouwingen van Hildebrand, pseudoniem voor Nicolaas Beets. "De Camera", zoals het boek gemeenzaam is gaan heten, verscheen in 1839. Beets schreef de meeste stukken in 1837 als student Godgeleerdheid in Leiden. Het boek geeft een beeld van het Nederland van de trekschuit en de postkoets, waar rond die tijd gewerkt wordt aan de eerste spoorlijn. Het bekendste gedeelte van het boek is dat over de familie Stastok. Hierin gaat Hildebrand logeren bij een oom en tante die de vleesgeworden burgermensen zijn uit het begin 19e eeuw. Schrijnend is "Het diakenhuismannetje vertelt zijn verhaal", dat blijk geeft van inzicht van de schrijver in de wantoestanden in zijn tijd. [Wikipedia] </P> |
Dutch |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/camera-obscura/ |
p de camera obscura een verzameling verhalen en beschouwingen van hildebrand pseudoniem voor nicolaas beets de camera zoals het boek gemeenzaam gaan heten verscheen 1839 beets schreef de meeste stukken 1837 als student godgeleerdheid leiden het boek geeft een beeld van het nederland van de trekschuit en de postkoets waar rond die tijd gewerkt wordt aan de eerste spoorlijn het bekendste gedeelte van het boek dat de familie stastok hierin gaat hildebrand logeren bij een oom en tante die de vleesgeworden burgermensen zijn uit het begin 19e eeuw schrijnend het diakenhuismannetje vertelt zijn verhaal dat blijk geeft van inzicht van de schrijver de wantoestanden zijn tijd wikipedia p |
| 1496 |
1477 |
1748 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 4 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-four/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 1497 |
1478 |
1749 |
History of the United States, Vol. V: Sectional Conflict & Reconstruction |
Charles Austin Beard |
Early Modern |
<p>Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.<br/><br/>\n\nIn 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: <i>The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well…The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best. </i>(Summary from Wikipedia, Journal of History, and M.L. Cohen)<br/><br/>\nThe book is divided into 7 parts: The Colonial Period, Conflict and Independence, Foundations of the Union and National Politics, The West and Jacksonian Democracy, Sectional Conflict and Reconstruction, National Growth and World Politics, and Progressive Democracy and the World War.</p>\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/hist-of-the-us-vol-5-by-charles-and-mary-beard/ |
p charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement br br 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated i the authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best i summary wikipedia journal history m l cohen br br book divided 7 parts colonial period conflict independence foundations union national politics west jacksonian democracy sectional conflict reconstruction national growth world politics progressive democracy world war p |
| 1498 |
1479 |
1750 |
Agnes Grey |
Anne Brontë |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The novel tells the story of Agnes Grey, the daughter of a minister, whose family comes to financial ruin. Desperate to earn the money to care for herself, she takes one of the few jobs allowed to respectable women in the early Victorian era – the role of governess to the children of the wealthy. In working with two different families (the Bloomfields and the Murrays), she comes to learn about the troubles that face a young woman who must try to rein in unruly, spoiled children for a living, and about the ability of wealth and status to destroy social values. After her father's death, Agnes opens a small school with her mother and finds happiness with a man who loves her for herself. They have three children at the end of the novel, Edward, Agnes and Mary (Wikipedia) |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/agnes-grey-by-anne-bronte/ |
novel tells story agnes grey daughter minister whose family comes financial ruin desperate earn money care herself takes one jobs allowed respectable women early victorian era role governess children wealthy working two different families the bloomfields murrays comes learn troubles face young woman must try rein unruly spoiled children living ability wealth status destroy social values father s death agnes opens small school mother finds happiness man loves herself three children end novel edward agnes mary wikipedia |
| 1499 |
1517 |
1792 |
Englishwoman in America |
Isabella L. Bird |
Travel & Geography |
Isabella Bird travels abroad in Canada and the United States in the 1850s. As an Englishwoman and a lone female, she travels as far as Chicago, Prince Edward Island, and Cincinatti. Her observations on the trials and tribulations of the journeys are astute, if formed by her place and time in history. Adventures with pickpockets, omnibuses, cholera, and rat invested hotels deter her not. (Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-englishwoman-in-america-by-isabella-lucy-bird/ |
isabella bird travels abroad canada united states 1850s englishwoman lone female travels far chicago prince edward island cincinatti observations trials tribulations journeys astute formed place time history adventures pickpockets omnibuses cholera rat invested hotels deter not sibella denton p |
| 1500 |
1480 |
1751 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 09 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Jean de La Fontaine poursuit son oeuvre pédagogique par la mise en scène des turpitudes et travers des humains. Le fabuliste rafine son écriture, les textes de ce neuvième livre sont plus étendus et le style plus travaillé.Pour la première fois, Jean de La Fontaine s'adresse nommément à un représentant de la noblesse dans un discours adressé à Madame de la Sablière. Ce texte sera repris et complété dans la première fable du livre suivant (dixième): Les deux rats, le Renard et l'Oeuf. (Jean Lambert)</p> |
French |
1680 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-09-jl/ |
p jean de la fontaine poursuit son oeuvre pédagogique par la mise en scène des turpitudes et travers des humains le fabuliste rafine son écriture les textes de ce neuvième livre sont plus étendus et le style plus travaillé pour la première fois jean de la fontaine s adresse nommément à un représentant de la noblesse dans un discours adressé à madame de la sablière ce texte sera repris et complété dans la première fable du livre suivant dixième les deux rats le renard et l oeuf jean lambert p |
| 1501 |
1481 |
1752 |
Elusive Isabel |
Jacques Futrelle |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Elusive Isabel is a novel by Jacques Futrelle (April 9, 1875 - April 15, 1912) first published in 1909. Set in Washington, D.C., it is a spy novel about an international conspiracy of the "Latin" countries against the English-speaking world with the aim to take over world control (Summary from wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/elusive-isabel-by-jacques-futrelle/ |
elusive isabel novel jacques futrelle april 9 1875 april 15 1912 first published 1909 set washington d c spy novel international conspiracy latin countries english speaking world aim take world control summary wikipedia p |
| 1502 |
1482 |
1753 |
Saint Distaffs day, or the morrow after Twelfth day |
Robert Herrick |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 different recordings of Saint Distaff's Day, or the Morrow After Twelfth Day, by Robert Herrick. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 6th, 2008.<br><br>What is St. Distaff's Day? Historically, it was the day after the Christmas festivals ended (the 12 days of Christmas), and most women went back to work with their spinning… but it was also a day of pranks and horsing around. Additional information can be found in <a href="http://www.thebookofdays.com/months/jan/7.htm">Chambers' Book of Days</a>.</p> |
English |
1648 |
https://librivox.org/saint-distaffs-day-or-the-morrow-after-twelfth-day-by-robert-herrick/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 different recordings saint distaff s day morrow twelfth day robert herrick weekly poetry project week january 6th 2008 br br what st distaff s day historically day christmas festivals ended the 12 days christmas women went back work spinning also day pranks horsing around additional information found a href http www thebookofdays com months jan 7 htm chambers book days a p |
| 1503 |
1483 |
1754 |
Anne of Avonlea (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The second part in the story of Anne Shirley, covering her years of teaching at Avonlea School, before she heads off to college.<p>\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/" target="_blank">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of the Island</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/" target="_blank">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rainbow Valley</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rilla of Ingleside</a><p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/ |
second part story anne shirley covering years teaching avonlea school heads college p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of green gables by lucy maud montgomery 3 target _blank anne green gables a br a href http librivox org anne of the island by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne island a br a href http librivox org annes house of dreams by lucy maud montgomery version 2 target _blank anne s house dreams a br a href http librivox org rainbow valley version 2 by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rainbow valley a br a href http librivox org rilla of ingleside by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rilla ingleside a p |
| 1504 |
1484 |
1755 |
Master of the World |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Science Fiction |
Chief Inspector Strock gets the tough cases. When a volcano suddenly appears to threaten mountain towns of North Carolina amid the non-volcanic Blue Ridge Mountains, Strock is posted to determine the danger. When an automobile race in Wisconsin is interrupted by the unexpected appearance of a vehicle traveling at multiples of the top speed of the entrants, Strock is consulted. When an odd-shaped boat is sighted moving at impossible speeds off the New England coast, Stock and his boss begin to wonder if the incidents are related. And when Strock gets a hand-lettered note warning him to abandon his investigation, on pain of death, he is intrigued rather than deterred.<br /><br />Set in a period when gasoline engines were in their infancy and automobiles were rare, and when even Chief Inspectors had to engage a carriage and horses to move about, the appearance of a vehicle that can move at astounding speeds on land, on water - and as later revealed, underwater and through the air - marks a technological advance far beyond the reach of nations. It is technology invented by and for the sole benefit of a man who styles himself (with some justification) "The Master of the World." <br /><br />This book is a sequel to an earlier Verne novel, "Robur the Conqueror", but enough detail is given to fully appreciate this story without having first read the other. (Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-of-the-world-by-jules-verne/ |
chief inspector strock gets tough cases volcano suddenly appears threaten mountain towns north carolina amid non volcanic blue ridge mountains strock posted determine danger automobile race wisconsin interrupted unexpected appearance vehicle traveling multiples top speed entrants strock consulted odd shaped boat sighted moving impossible speeds new england coast stock boss begin wonder incidents related strock gets hand lettered note warning abandon investigation pain death intrigued rather deterred br br set period gasoline engines infancy automobiles rare even chief inspectors engage carriage horses move about appearance vehicle move astounding speeds land water later revealed underwater air marks technological advance far beyond reach nations technology invented sole benefit man styles with justification the master world br br this book sequel earlier verne novel robur conqueror enough detail given fully appreciate story without first read other summary mark p |
| 1505 |
1485 |
1756 |
Wealth of Nations, Book 1 |
Adam Smith |
Business & Economics |
An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of the Scottish economist Adam Smith, published on March 9, 1776 during the Scottish Enlightenment. It is a clearly written account of political economy at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, and is widely considered to be the first modern work in the field of economics. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/the-wealth-of-nations-book-1-by-adam-smith/ |
inquiry nature causes wealth nations magnum opus scottish economist adam smith published march 9 1776 scottish enlightenment clearly written account political economy dawn industrial revolution widely considered first modern work field economics summary wikipedia p |
| 1506 |
1506 |
1781 |
Ayesha, the Return of She |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Ayesha, the return of She, is set 16 years after the previous novel She. Horace Holly and Leo Vincey have spent the years travelling the world looking for Ayesha, along the way they experience many adventures, including avalanches, glaciers and even death-hounds before finally arriving in the court of Kaloon. At the court, they hear tell of a woman who Leo suspects to be Ayesha, however things are never simple and conflict soon follows them to Ayesha’s court. (Summarised from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ayesha-the-return-of-she-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p ayesha return she set 16 years previous novel she horace holly leo vincey spent years travelling world looking ayesha along way experience many adventures including avalanches glaciers even death hounds finally arriving court kaloon court hear tell woman leo suspects ayesha however things never simple conflict soon follows ayesha s court summarised wikipedia p |
| 1507 |
1486 |
1758 |
Stoicism |
St. George William Joseph Stock |
Ancient |
<p>This short book is part of the <em>Philosophies Ancient and Modern</em> series, which attempts to make Western philosophy more accessible to the general public.<BR><BR>In this volume, George Stock provides a concise primer on Stoicism, the ancient philosophy that maintained that the universe is governed entirely by fate, and that humans can achieve happiness only by cultivating a calm acceptance of the vicissitudes of life. Among the Stoics of the Greek and Roman world were its founder, Zeno, the former slave Epictetus, and the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. George Stock discusses not only the Stoic ethics, but also less well-known aspects of Stoicism, such as its division of the branches of philosophy, its account of logic, and its natural philosophy.</br>\n<br>(Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/stoicism-by-george-stock/ |
p this short book part em philosophies ancient modern em series attempts make western philosophy accessible general public br br in volume george stock provides concise primer stoicism ancient philosophy maintained universe governed entirely fate humans achieve happiness cultivating calm acceptance vicissitudes life among stoics greek roman world founder zeno former slave epictetus roman emperor marcus aurelius george stock discusses stoic ethics also less well known aspects stoicism division branches philosophy account logic natural philosophy br br summary leon mire p |
| 1508 |
1487 |
1759 |
Lost City |
Harry Hazelton |
Action & Adventure |
Bruno and Waldo Gillespie are orphaned brothers living with the extremely eccentric Professor Phaeton Featherwit. One day they set off in one of the professor's machines to investigate a tornado at close range and accidentally get sucked into it! They are then transported by the tornado and find themselves in a barren, uncharted wasteland wherein lies a city-- a long lost Aztec city! Find out what happens next to the brothers and the professor in this harrowing and exhilarating adventure! Description by Kehinde <p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-city-by-joseph-e-badger-jr/ |
bruno waldo gillespie orphaned brothers living extremely eccentric professor phaeton featherwit one day set one professor s machines investigate tornado close range accidentally get sucked it transported tornado find barren uncharted wasteland wherein lies city long lost aztec city find happens next brothers professor harrowing exhilarating adventure description kehinde p |
| 1509 |
1488 |
1760 |
Poèmes Saturniens |
Paul-Marie Verlaine |
Poetry |
</p>Poèmes saturniens est le titre du premier recueil de poèmes de Paul Verlaine. Si Verlaine convoque Saturne, c'est en tant que planète tutélaire des mélancoliques, bien que le mot même de mélancolie n'apparaisse pas dans le poème (il donne toutefois son titre à la première section du recueil).\nWikipedia</p> |
French |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/poemes-saturniens-by-paul-verlaine/ |
p poèmes saturniens est le titre du premier recueil de poèmes de paul verlaine si verlaine convoque saturne c est en tant que planète tutélaire des mélancoliques bien que le mot même de mélancolie n apparaisse pas dans le poème il donne toutefois son titre à la première section du recueil wikipedia p |
| 1510 |
1489 |
1761 |
Love Letter Collection 2008 |
Various |
Epistolary Fiction |
LibriVox readers have cast their nets wide to create this small collection of letters and poems, from fiction and from life, from heart to heart and from soul to soul. With love for St Valentine. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-letter-collection-2008-by-various/ |
librivox readers cast nets wide create small collection letters poems fiction life heart heart soul soul love st valentine summary peter yearsley p |
| 1511 |
1490 |
1762 |
Fast in the Ice |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Exploration |
<p>At the age of 16 Ballantyne went to Canada and was six years in the service of the Hudson's Bay Company. His rule in writing, being in every case, was to write as far as possible from personal knowledge of the scenes he described.</p><p>In this book he details the lives of the crew as they must overwinter in the frozen north including their meetings with Eskimos and bears and their struggles with disease. This is a realistic account of what life was like for the explorers of the Arctic. (summary by Esther, adapted from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/fast-in-the-ice/ |
p at age 16 ballantyne went canada six years service hudson s bay company rule writing every case write far possible personal knowledge scenes described p p in book details lives crew must overwinter frozen north including meetings eskimos bears struggles disease realistic account life like explorers arctic summary esther adapted wikipedia p |
| 1512 |
1491 |
1764 |
Short Poetry Collection 059 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 059: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-059/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 059 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1513 |
1492 |
1765 |
Ego and His Own |
Max Stirner |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p><br>In this book, his most famous, Max Stirner presents a philosophical case for a radical egoism that shuns the socially-oriented outlooks of both "establishment" ideologies and of revolutionaries in favor of an extreme individualism. The book is most widely talked about today only through the lens of other philosophers' thought: Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels launched a famous assault on it in The German Ideology, and some draw a connection between Stirner's thoughts here and Nietzsche's egoism a generation later. But it is worth reading in its own right, as much for its lyricism as the challenge of its philosophical proposals. (Summary by Mat Messerschmidt) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-ego-and-his-own-by-max-stirner/ |
p br in book famous max stirner presents philosophical case radical egoism shuns socially oriented outlooks establishment ideologies revolutionaries favor extreme individualism book widely talked today lens philosophers thought karl marx friedrich engels launched famous assault german ideology draw connection stirner s thoughts nietzsche s egoism generation later worth reading right much lyricism challenge philosophical proposals summary mat messerschmidt p |
| 1514 |
1507 |
1782 |
Kilmeny of the Orchard |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Romance |
Eric Marshall is all that a well brought-up young man should be. Handsome, steadfast, and full of ambition, he is expected to expand the Marshall & Company empire -- and to marry a woman suitable to replace his mother in Nova Scotia's finest circles. When a sick friend asks for a favour, becoming a substitute schoolmaster in the Prince Edward Island countryside seems the perfect post-graduation lark. But when Eric wanders into an old orchard at twilight, his life will be changed forever... (Summary by Sarah Jennings) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/kilmeny-of-the-orchard-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
eric marshall well brought up young man be handsome steadfast full ambition expected expand marshall company empire marry woman suitable replace mother nova scotia s finest circles sick friend asks favour becoming substitute schoolmaster prince edward island countryside seems perfect post graduation lark eric wanders old orchard twilight life changed forever summary sarah jennings p |
| 1515 |
1493 |
1766 |
Mill on the Floss |
George Eliot |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The novel details the lives of Tom and Maggie Tulliver, a brother and sister growing up on the river Floss near the village of St. Oggs, evidently in the 1820’s, after the Napoleonic Wars but prior to the first Reform Bill (1832). The novel spans a period of 10-15 years, from Tom and Maggie’s childhood up until their deaths in a flood on the Floss. The book is fictional autobiography in part, reflecting the disgrace that George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans) herself had while in a lengthy relationship with a married man, George Henry Lewes.<br><br>\nMaggie Tulliver holds the central role in the book, as both her relationship with her older brother Tom, and her romantic relationships with Philip Wakem, a hunchbacked, but sensitive and intellectual, friend, and with Stephen Guest, a vivacious young socialite in St. Oggs and fiance of Maggie’s cousin Lucy Deane, constitute the most significant narrative threads. (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-mill-on-the-floss-by-george-eliot/ |
novel details lives tom maggie tulliver brother sister growing river floss near village st oggs evidently 1820 s napoleonic wars prior first reform bill 1832 novel spans period 10 15 years tom maggie s childhood deaths flood floss book fictional autobiography part reflecting disgrace george eliot mary ann evans lengthy relationship married man george henry lewes br br maggie tulliver holds central role book relationship older brother tom romantic relationships philip wakem hunchbacked sensitive intellectual friend stephen guest vivacious young socialite st oggs fiance maggie s cousin lucy deane constitute significant narrative threads summary wikipedia p |
| 1516 |
1494 |
1767 |
Glee for Winter |
Alfred Domett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>A Glee for Winter</em> by Alfred Domett, published in "A Victorian Anthology" in 1895. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of December 23rd, 2007.<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-glee-for-winter-by-alfred-domett/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em a glee winter em alfred domett published a victorian anthology 1895 weekly poetry project week december 23rd 2007 br br |
| 1517 |
1495 |
1768 |
Winter: A Dirge |
Robert Burns |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 different recordings of <em>Winter: A Dirge</em> by Robert Burns. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 13th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1781 |
https://librivox.org/winter-a-dirge-by-robert-burns/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 20 different recordings em winter dirge em robert burns weekly poetry project week january 13th 2008 br br |
| 1518 |
1496 |
1770 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 05 (ver 3) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le cinquième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.</p><p> This is the fifth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.</p><br> (Summary by Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1695 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-05-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-0810/ |
p voici le cinquième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p fifth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society p br summary ezwa br |
| 1519 |
1497 |
1771 |
Horror Story Collection 003 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An occasional collection of 10 horror stories by various readers. We aim to unsettle you a little, to cut through the pink cushion of illusion that shields you from the horrible realities of life. Here are the walking dead, the fetid pools of slime, the howls in the night that you thought you had confined to your more unpleasant dreams.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/horror-story-collection-003/ |
occasional collection 10 horror stories various readers aim unsettle little cut pink cushion illusion shields horrible realities life walking dead fetid pools slime howls night thought confined unpleasant dreams p |
| 1520 |
1498 |
1772 |
Mare au diable |
George Sand |
Romance |
<p>Sur l'avis de son beau-père, malgré sa réticence, le laboureur Germain, veuf de vingt-huit ans, va se rendre à Fourche pour rencontrer celle qui deviendra peut-être la nouvelle mère de ces trois petits enfants, la fille du père Léonard, jeune veuve elle aussi. <br/>Apprenant ce déplacement, la mère Guillette demande qu'il emmène avec lui sa fille, Marie, qui s'en va travailler comme bergère dans la région. <br/>En cours de route, la nuit tombe. Le brouillard se lève et les voilà perdus, dans les bois, au bord d'une mare... </p> <p>His father-in-law insisting upon it, Germain goes to Fourche to meet a young widow who might become the new mother of his three children. <br/>Doing so, he accompanies Marie, a young girl from his village, who is going to work on a farm in that area. <br/>As the night comes, they get lost in a wood, next to a pool... </p>(Summary by Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/la-mare-au-diable-by-george-sand/ |
p sur l avis de son beau père malgré sa réticence le laboureur germain veuf de vingt huit ans va se rendre à fourche pour rencontrer celle qui deviendra peut être la nouvelle mère de ces trois petits enfants la fille du père léonard jeune veuve elle aussi br apprenant ce déplacement la mère guillette demande qu il emmène avec lui sa fille marie qui s en va travailler comme bergère dans la région br en cours de route la nuit tombe le brouillard se lève et les voilà perdus dans les bois au bord d une mare p p his father in law insisting upon it germain goes fourche meet young widow might become new mother three children br doing so accompanies marie young girl village going work farm area br as night comes get lost wood next pool p summary ezwa br |
| 1521 |
1508 |
1783 |
Life of Charlemagne |
Notker the Stammerer |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Notker's work consists of anecdotes relating chiefly to the Emperor Charlemagne and his family. It was written for Charles the Fat, great-grandson of Charlemagne, who visited Saint Gall in 883. Traditionally, it has been scorned by traditional historians, who refer to the Monk as one who "took pleasure in amusing anecdotes and witty tales, but who was ill-informed about the true march of historical events". However, several of the Monk's tales, such as that of the nine rings of the Avar stronghold, have been used in modern biographies of Charlemagne. (Summary abstracted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-charlemagne-by-notker-the-stammerer/ |
p notker s work consists anecdotes relating chiefly emperor charlemagne family written charles fat great grandson charlemagne visited saint gall 883 traditionally scorned traditional historians refer monk one took pleasure amusing anecdotes witty tales ill informed true march historical events however several monk s tales nine rings avar stronghold used modern biographies charlemagne summary abstracted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1522 |
7281 |
7883 |
Andersen's Fairy Tales (Version 2) |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A small collection of some of H.C. Andersen's fairy tales -- including The Emperor's New Clothes, The Red Shoes, The Naughty Boy and fifteen others. (Summary by Halle Kill) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/andersens-fairy-tales-version-2-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
small collection h c andersen s fairy tales including emperor s new clothes red shoes naughty boy fifteen others summary halle kill p |
| 1523 |
1499 |
1773 |
Lone Star Ranger |
Zane Grey |
Westerns |
<p>Buck Duane, son of a famous gunfighter, falls prey to the old problem - called out by a cowboy who wants to make trouble, Duane kills him and then must ride off to the lawless country near the Neuces River to escape being arrested and perhaps, hanged. His brief encounter with deadly gunplay has ignited a deep urging to repeat the adrenaline rush but is tempered by ghosts that haunt his sleep. He only dares to release his inner demon when he is taking down an outlaw who is particularly known for his brutality.<br></br>He develops a reputation for killing the most notorious Texas outlaws, which draws an unexpected interest: a captain of the Texas Rangers offers him a pardon and a ranger's badge if he will infiltrate the gang of the shadowy figure known as "Cheseldine" who wields vast power in West Texas, and make it possible for the Rangers to break the gang's hold on the region's towns. Duane accepts, never guessing in his wildest nightmares that he would sniff out this Cheseldine, his hideouts, his lieutenants... and fall in love with his daughter! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-lone-star-ranger-by-zane-grey/ |
p buck duane son famous gunfighter falls prey old problem called cowboy wants make trouble duane kills must ride lawless country near neuces river escape arrested perhaps hanged brief encounter deadly gunplay ignited deep urging repeat adrenaline rush tempered ghosts haunt sleep dares release inner demon taking outlaw particularly known brutality br br he develops reputation killing notorious texas outlaws draws unexpected interest captain texas rangers offers pardon ranger s badge infiltrate gang shadowy figure known cheseldine wields vast power west texas make possible rangers break gang s hold region s towns duane accepts never guessing wildest nightmares would sniff cheseldine hideouts lieutenants fall love daughter summary mark f smith p |
| 1524 |
1500 |
1775 |
2 B R 0 2 B (Dramatic Reading) |
Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. |
Science Fiction |
<p>Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. was a prolific and genre-bending American novelist known for works blending satire, black comedy, and science fiction, such as Slaughterhouse-Five, Cat's Cradle, and Breakfast of Champions. 2 B R 0 2 B is a satiric short story that imagines life (and death) in a future world where aging has been "cured" and population control is mandated and administered by the government. (Summary by Wikipedia and Laurie Anne Walden)</p><p>\nThis recording is done as a dramatic reading.<p></p>\n\n<strong>Characters:</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Hospital Orderly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Painter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/254">Alan Davis-Drake</a><br>Leora Duncan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Dr. Hitz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1445">Michael Yard</a><br>Wehling: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/606">Julian Jamison</a><br>Federal Bureau of Termination hostess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a></p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/2-b-r-0-2-b-by-kurt-vonnegut/ |
p kurt vonnegut jr prolific genre bending american novelist known works blending satire black comedy science fiction slaughterhouse five cat s cradle breakfast champions 2 b r 0 2 b satiric short story imagines life and death future world aging cured population control mandated administered government summary wikipedia laurie anne walden p p recording done dramatic reading p p strong characters strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br hospital orderly a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br painter a href http librivox org reader 254 alan davis drake a br leora duncan a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br dr hitz a href http librivox org reader 1445 michael yard a br wehling a href http librivox org reader 606 julian jamison a br federal bureau termination hostess a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a p |
| 1525 |
1501 |
1776 |
Bible (YLT) 29: Joel |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-joel-ylt-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1526 |
1502 |
1777 |
Bible (YLT) 30: Amos |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-amos-ylt-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia p |
| 1527 |
1503 |
1778 |
Adventures of Jimmie Dale |
Frank L. Packard |
Detective Fiction |
Frank Lucius Packard (February 2, 1877 – February 17, 1942) was a Canadian novelist born in Montreal, Quebec. He worked as a civil engineer on the Canadian Pacific Railway. He later wrote a series of mystery novels, the most famous of which featured a character called Jimmie Dale. <BR><BR>Jimmie Dale is a wealthy playboy by day, with a Harvard education and membership to New York City’s ultra-exclusive private club St. James. But at night he puts on a costume and becomes The Grey Seal, who enters businesses or homes and cracks safes, always leaving a diamond shaped, grey paper "seal" behind to mark his conquest, but never taking anything. He was just doing it for "the sheer deviltry of it" at first, but when a woman catches him, she blackmails him to war on certain crime organizations. <BR><BR>Jimmie Dale/The Grey Seal is often credited with greatly influencing and popularizing later pulp and comic book heroes. The foppish playboy-by-day-crimefighter-by-night routine had a precursor in The Scarlet Pimpernel, but it was Jimmie Dale that brought the idea into a contemporary setting and added the idea of a costume and mask for his secret identity, serving as a possible influence for characters like Zorro and The Shadow. He also established the concept of a hero's secret hideout or lair, The Sanctuary, a precersor of the Batcave or the Fortress of Solitude. (Summary by Wikipedia and Maire Rhode)</p>\nThe sequel to this book, <a href="https://librivox.org/the-further-adventures-of-jimmie-dale-by-frank-l-packard/">The Further Adventures of Jimmie Dale</a>, can also be found on Librivox. |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-jimmie-dale-by-frank-l-packard/ |
frank lucius packard february 2 1877 february 17 1942 canadian novelist born montreal quebec worked civil engineer canadian pacific railway later wrote series mystery novels famous featured character called jimmie dale br br jimmie dale wealthy playboy day harvard education membership new york city s ultra exclusive private club st james night puts costume becomes grey seal enters businesses homes cracks safes always leaving diamond shaped grey paper seal behind mark conquest never taking anything the sheer deviltry it first woman catches him blackmails war certain crime organizations br br jimmie dale the grey seal often credited greatly influencing popularizing later pulp comic book heroes foppish playboy by day crimefighter by night routine precursor scarlet pimpernel jimmie dale brought idea contemporary setting added idea costume mask secret identity serving possible influence characters like zorro shadow also established concept hero s secret hideout lair sanctuary precersor batcave fortress solitude summary wikipedia maire rhode p sequel book a href https librivox org the further adventures of jimmie dale by frank l packard the adventures jimmie dale a also found librivox |
| 1528 |
1504 |
1779 |
Against Indifference |
Charles Webbe |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of <em>Against Indifference</em> by Charles Webbe. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 20th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1678 |
https://librivox.org/against-indifference-by-charles-webbe/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings em against indifference em charles webbe weekly poetry project week january 20th 2008 br br |
| 1529 |
1505 |
1780 |
Frost at Midnight |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 different recordings of <em>Frost at Midnight</em> by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.<br /><br /> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/frost-at-midnight-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 8 different recordings em frost midnight em samuel taylor coleridge br br |
| 1530 |
1814 |
2110 |
Auf Schneeschuhen übers Gebirge |
Fridtjof Nansen |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Fridtjof Nansen erzählt hier in Ich Form von einer Expedition mit Scheeschuhen in den Norwegischen Bergen. Die Reise führte ihn von Bergen nach Kristiania und nach Voss.</p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/auf-schneeschuhen-ubers-gebirge-by-fridtjof-nansen/ |
p fridtjof nansen erzählt hier ich form von einer expedition mit scheeschuhen den norwegischen bergen die reise führte ihn von bergen nach kristiania und nach voss p |
| 1531 |
1509 |
1784 |
Famous Men of the Middle Ages |
John Henry Haaren |
Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>\n“THE study of history, like the study of a landscape, should begin with the most conspicuous features. Not until these have been fixed in memory will the lesser features fall into their appropriate places and assume their right proportions.</p>\n<p>The famous men of ancient and modern times are the mountain peaks of history. It is logical then that the study of history should begin with the biographies of these men.</p>\n<p>Not only is it logical; it is also pedagogical. Experience has proven that in order to attract and hold the child’s attention each conspicuous feature of history presented to him should have an individual for its center. The child identifies himself with the personage presented. It is not Romulus or Herecules or Alexander that the child has in mind when be reads, but himself, acting under similar conditions.”\n</p><p>(Excerpt from the Preface of “Famous Men of the Middle Ages”)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/famous-men-of-the-middle-ages-by-john-h-haaren-and-a-b-poland/ |
p the study history like study landscape begin conspicuous features fixed memory lesser features fall appropriate places assume right proportions p p the famous men ancient modern times mountain peaks history logical study history begin biographies men p p not logical also pedagogical experience proven order attract hold child s attention conspicuous feature history presented individual center child identifies personage presented romulus herecules alexander child mind reads himself acting similar conditions p p excerpt preface famous men middle ages p |
| 1532 |
1510 |
1785 |
That Mainwaring Affair |
Anna Maynard Barbour |
Detective Fiction |
<p>As wealthy financier, Hugh Mainwaring dictates his last will and testament to his private secretary, it would be impossible for him to imagine the shocking chain of events that he is about to set into motion. This best-selling mystery novel was first published in 1901 and remains an entertaining mix of detective work, courtroom drama and family intrigue. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/that-mainwaring-affair-by-a-maynard-barbour/ |
p as wealthy financier hugh mainwaring dictates last testament private secretary would impossible imagine shocking chain events set motion best selling mystery novel first published 1901 remains entertaining mix detective work courtroom drama family intrigue summary j m smallheer p |
| 1533 |
1511 |
1786 |
Moths of the Limberlost |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
<p>Gene Stratton-Porter (August 17, 1863 - December 6, 1924) was an American author, amateur naturalist, wildlife photographer, specializing in the birds and moths in one of the last of the vanishing wetlands of the lower Great Lakes Basin. The Limberlost and Wildflower Woods of northeastern Indiana were the laboratory and inspiration for her stories, novels, essays, photography, and movies. She was an accomplished author, artist and photographer and is generally considered to be one of the first female authors to promulgate public positions; conserving the Limberlost Swamp in her case.<br></br> Although Stratton-Porter wanted to focus on nature books, it was her romantic novels that made her famous and generated the finances that allowed her to pursue her nature studies. In <i>Moths of the Limberlost</i>, she shares her lifelong love of the moths she describes through a series of charming anecdotes and wonderfully descriptive passages, providing vivid detail of each stage of their life cycles. (Summary adapted from wikipedia and expanded by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/moths-of-the-limberlost-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
p gene stratton porter august 17 1863 december 6 1924 american author amateur naturalist wildlife photographer specializing birds moths one last vanishing wetlands lower great lakes basin limberlost wildflower woods northeastern indiana laboratory inspiration stories novels essays photography movies accomplished author artist photographer generally considered one first female authors promulgate public positions conserving limberlost swamp case br br although stratton porter wanted focus nature books romantic novels made famous generated finances allowed pursue nature studies i moths limberlost i shares lifelong love moths describes series charming anecdotes wonderfully descriptive passages providing vivid detail stage life cycles summary adapted wikipedia expanded j m smallheer p |
| 1534 |
1512 |
1787 |
Short Poetry Collection 060 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 060: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-060/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 060 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1535 |
1513 |
1788 |
Pamphilia to Amphilanthus |
Lady Mary Wroth |
Sonnets |
Pamphilia to Amphilanthus is the first sonnet sequence written by an Englishwoman. Published in 1621, the poems invert the usual format of sonnet sequences by making the speaker a woman (Pamphilia, whose name means "all-loving") and the beloved a man (Amphilanthus, whose name means "lover of two."). It is possible that Wroth based the story on her own fraught relationship with her cousin, William Herbert. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett.)<p> |
English |
1621 |
https://librivox.org/pamphilia-to-amphilanthus-by-lady-mary-wroth/ |
pamphilia amphilanthus first sonnet sequence written englishwoman published 1621 poems invert usual format sonnet sequences making speaker woman pamphilia whose name means all loving beloved man amphilanthus whose name means lover two possible wroth based story fraught relationship cousin william herbert summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1536 |
1514 |
1789 |
Mirror of the Sea |
Joseph Conrad |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
The Mirror of the Sea (collection of autobiographical essays first published in various magazines 1904-6 ), 1906 (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-mirror-of-the-sea-by-joseph-conrad/ |
mirror sea collection autobiographical essays first published various magazines 1904 6 1906 summary wikipedia p |
| 1537 |
1515 |
1790 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 01 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Antiquity |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 1 begins with the earliest modern settlement of Ireland and ends with the 8th century. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-01-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 1 begins earliest modern settlement ireland ends 8th century summary sibella denton p |
| 1538 |
1516 |
1791 |
Recordings on MP3 players and other portable devices 'Written in March' (Microphone Showdown) |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Technology & Engineering |
This is a project which will allow us to compare recording quality of different mp3 players and portable recording devices. Each reader has recorded the poem "Written in March" by William Wordsworth.<BR>\nFor more information on actions taken on recordings please see <a href="http://librivox.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=12222">The Project thread</a>.<BR>\nRecorders used in the sections:<OL>\n<LI><a href="http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&partNumber=ICDSX46">Sony ICD-SX46 2</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.iriveramerica.com/prod/ultra/T10/">iRiver T10</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/Products/Catalog(1166)-SanDisk_Sansa_e200_Series_MP3_Players.aspx">Sansa m240</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.nextar.com/frontend/proddetail.asp?pn=MA566&co=10000309">nextar MA566</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.zoom.co.jp/english/products/h2/">Zoom H2Handy Recorder</a></LI>\n<LI>Sansa C3 MP3 player</LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.iriveramerica.com/">iRiver iHP-140</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.iriveramerica.com/prod/ultra/T10/">iRiver T10 1GB</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/Products/Default.aspx?CatID=1363">Sandisk Sansa Clip</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.creative.com/products/mp3/zenvisionm/">Creative Zen Vision M</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.iriver.com/product/p_detail.asp?pidx=35">iRiver ifp780</a> with external mic</li>\n<LI><a href="http://www.iriver.com/product/p_detail.asp?pidx=35">iRiver ifp780</a> with internal mic</li>\n<LI><a href="http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=10387/10388/8016/8018&pq-locale=en_US">Kodak Easyshare Z650 camera</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.amazon.com/LogitechUSB-Headset-980374-0403/dp/tech-data/B0007SXHP0/ref=de_a_smtd">Logitech USB Headset 350</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.samsontech.com/products/productpage.cfm?prodID=1901">Samson H4</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.samsung.com/my/products/audio/mp3player/yp_c1v.asp">Samsung YP-C1</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.apple.com/ipodnano/">iPod Nano</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.roland.com/products/en/BR-600/index.html">Boss Digital Recorder BR-600</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.zoom.co.jp/english/products/h2/">Zoom H2 Handy Recorder</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000AQDOKC/interactiveda95-21">Archos Gmini 402</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.sandisk.com/Products/Catalog(1166)-SanDisk_Sansa_e200_Series_MP3_Players.aspx">sansa m240</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://us.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=213&subcategory=214&product=12720&nav=1">Creative Zen Nano Plus</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://www.korg.com/gear/info.asp?a_prod_no=d4">Korg D4 digital recorder</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://uk.samsungmobile.com/mobile/SGH-D600">Samsung D600 mobile phone</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://us.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=213&subcategory=215&product=10737">Creative MuVo N200</a></LI>\n<LI><a href="http://en.aigo.com/Product/view.asp?id=1701">Aigo A208 mp3 player</a></LI>\n</OL>\n |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/recordings-on-mp3-players-and-other-portable-devices/ |
project allow us compare recording quality different mp3 players portable recording devices reader recorded poem written march william wordsworth br information actions taken recordings please see a href http librivox org forum viewtopic php t 12222 the project thread a br recorders used sections ol li a href http www sonystyle com webapp wcs stores servlet productdisplay catalogid 10551 storeid 10151 langid 1 partnumber icdsx46 sony icd sx46 2 a li li a href http www iriveramerica com prod ultra t10 iriver t10 a li li a href http www sandisk com products catalog 1166 sandisk_sansa_e200_series_mp3_players aspx sansa m240 a li li a href http www nextar com frontend proddetail asp pn ma566 co 10000309 nextar ma566 a li li a href http www zoom co jp english products h2 zoom h2handy recorder a li li sansa c3 mp3 player li li a href http www iriveramerica com iriver ihp 140 a li li a href http www iriveramerica com prod ultra t10 iriver t10 1gb a li li a href http www sandisk com products default aspx catid 1363 sandisk sansa clip a li li a href http www creative com products mp3 zenvisionm creative zen vision m a li li a href http www iriver com product p_detail asp pidx 35 iriver ifp780 a external mic li li a href http www iriver com product p_detail asp pidx 35 iriver ifp780 a internal mic li li a href http www kodak com eknec pagequerier jhtml pq path 10387 10388 8016 8018 pq locale en_us kodak easyshare z650 camera a li li a href http www amazon com logitechusb headset 980374 0403 dp tech data b0007sxhp0 ref de_a_smtd logitech usb headset 350 a li li a href http www samsontech com products productpage cfm prodid 1901 samson h4 a li li a href http www samsung com my products audio mp3player yp_c1v asp samsung yp c1 a li li a href http www apple com ipodnano ipod nano a li li a href http www roland com products en br 600 index html boss digital recorder br 600 a li li a href http www zoom co jp english products h2 zoom h2 handy recorder a li li a href http www amazon co uk exec obidos asin b000aqdokc interactiveda95 21 archos gmini 402 a li li a href http www sandisk com products catalog 1166 sandisk_sansa_e200_series_mp3_players aspx sansa m240 a li li a href http us creative com products product asp category 213 subcategory 214 product 12720 nav 1 creative zen nano plus a li li a href http www korg com gear info asp a_prod_no d4 korg d4 digital recorder a li li a href http uk samsungmobile com mobile sgh d600 samsung d600 mobile phone a li li a href http us creative com products product asp category 213 subcategory 215 product 10737 creative muvo n200 a li li a href http en aigo com product view asp id 1701 aigo a208 mp3 player a li ol |
| 1539 |
1518 |
1793 |
Letters from England, 1846-1849 |
Elizabeth Davis Bancroft |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Elizabeth Bancroft went to England with her husband, historian George Bancroft, for three of the most dynamicy years in European hstory. As Ambassador to England from the United States, George moved in the highest circles. In his wife's letters to their sons, her uncle, her brother, and Mrs. Polk (the President's wife), we see glimpses not only of early Victorian English life, but also of Queen Victoria herself! Mrs. Bancroft speaks of dinners with Benjamin Disraeli, visits to Wordsworth, weekends in the country with Louis Napolean and Sir Robert Peel with such matter of fact aplomb that one cannot help being impressed.</p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-england-1846-1849-by-ed-bancroft/ |
elizabeth bancroft went england husband historian george bancroft three dynamicy years european hstory ambassador england united states george moved highest circles wife s letters sons uncle brother mrs polk the president s wife see glimpses early victorian english life also queen victoria herself mrs bancroft speaks dinners benjamin disraeli visits wordsworth weekends country louis napolean sir robert peel matter fact aplomb one cannot help impressed p |
| 1540 |
1519 |
1794 |
Age of Reason |
Thomas Paine |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
The Age of Reason: Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology, a deistic treatise written by eighteenth-century British radical and American revolutionary Thomas Paine, critiques institutionalized religion and challenges the inerrancy of the Bible. Published in three parts in 1794, 1795, and 1807, it was a bestseller in America, where it caused a short-lived deistic revival. British audiences, however, fearing increased political radicalism as a result of the French revolution, received it with more hostility. The Age of Reason presents common deistic arguments; for example, it highlights the corruption of the Christian Church and criticizes its efforts to acquire political power. Paine advocates reason in the place of revelation, leading him to reject miracles and to view the Bible as an ordinary piece of literature rather than as a divinely-inspired text. Yet, The Age of Reason is not atheistic: it promotes natural religion and argues for a creator-God. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-reason-by-thomas-paine/ |
age reason investigation true fabulous theology deistic treatise written eighteenth century british radical american revolutionary thomas paine critiques institutionalized religion challenges inerrancy bible published three parts 1794 1795 1807 bestseller america caused short lived deistic revival british audiences however fearing increased political radicalism result french revolution received hostility age reason presents common deistic arguments example highlights corruption christian church criticizes efforts acquire political power paine advocates reason place revelation leading reject miracles view bible ordinary piece literature rather divinely inspired text yet age reason atheistic promotes natural religion argues creator god summary wikipedia |
| 1541 |
1520 |
1795 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 04: Evangelio según San Juan |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
El Evangelio según Juan es un libro de la Biblia en el Nuevo Testamento que contiene la historia de la vida de Jesucristo. El apóstol Juan el evangelista es considerado su autor.<P/>The Gospel according to John is a book of the New Testament of the Bible that contains the story of the life of Jesus Christ. The apostle John the evangelist is considered its author.</p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/el-evangelio-segun-san-juan-version-reina-valera/ |
el evangelio según juan es un libro de la biblia en el nuevo testamento que contiene la historia de la vida de jesucristo el apóstol juan el evangelista es considerado su autor p the gospel according john book new testament bible contains story life jesus christ apostle john evangelist considered author p |
| 1542 |
1521 |
1796 |
Jewish Children (Yudishe Kinder) |
שלום עליכם Sholem Aleichem |
Historical Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
Although written from a child's perspective, this is not a kids book but a series of funny, poignant, and sometimes disturbing stories about life in a late 19th-century Russian-Jewish village -- the world of my grandparents. Sholem Rabinovich (1859-1916) was born in Pereiaslav, Ukraine and later immigrated to New York. His short stories about Tevye and his daughters were freely adapted into the musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Rabinovich's will contained the following injunction: "Let my name be recalled with laughter or not at all." His translator, Hannah Berman, was Irish of Lithuanian descent.</p>\n\nSome of these stories may be too intense for younger children. (summary by Adrian Praetzellis) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/jewish-children-by-sholem-aleichem/ |
although written child s perspective kids book series funny poignant sometimes disturbing stories life late 19th century russian jewish village world grandparents sholem rabinovich 1859 1916 born pereiaslav ukraine later immigrated new york short stories tevye daughters freely adapted musical fiddler roof rabinovich s contained following injunction let name recalled laughter all translator hannah berman irish lithuanian descent p stories may intense younger children summary adrian praetzellis |
| 1543 |
1522 |
1797 |
Alexander's Bridge (version 3) |
Willa Sibert Cather |
Romance |
<p>Alexander's Bridge is the first novel by Willa Cather, published under the name Willa Sibert Cather. Heavily influenced by the works of Henry James, the book tells the story of bridge builder Bartley Alexander. Through his relationship with Actress Hilda Burgoyne while he is married his wife, Winnifred, he meets his moral downfall, and through another set of circumstances he meets his physical. (Summary by Miranda Stinson)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/alexanders-bridge-version-3-by-willa-sibert-cather/ |
p alexander s bridge first novel willa cather published name willa sibert cather heavily influenced works henry james book tells story bridge builder bartley alexander relationship actress hilda burgoyne married wife winnifred meets moral downfall another set circumstances meets physical summary miranda stinson p |
| 1544 |
1523 |
1798 |
Way of All Flesh |
Samuel Butler |
Satire, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p/>The Way of All Flesh (1903) is a semi-autobiographical novel by Samuel Butler which attacks Victorian-era hypocrisy. Written between 1873 and 1884, it traces four generations of the Pontifex family. It represents the diminishment of religious outlook from a Calvinistic approach, which is presented as harsh. Butler dared not publish it during his lifetime, but when it was published it was accepted as part of the general revulsion against Victorianism.\nThis novel ranks number 12 of the 100 Great Novels of the 20th Century as chosen by the Modern Library Board of Editors (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-all-flesh-by-samuel-butler/ |
p the way flesh 1903 semi autobiographical novel samuel butler attacks victorian era hypocrisy written 1873 1884 traces four generations pontifex family represents diminishment religious outlook calvinistic approach presented harsh butler dared publish lifetime published accepted part general revulsion victorianism novel ranks number 12 100 great novels 20th century chosen modern library board editors summary wikipedia p |
| 1545 |
1524 |
1799 |
Venus in Furs |
Leopold von Sacher-Masoch |
Erotica |
<p>The framing story concerns a man who dreams of speaking to Venus about love while she wears furs. The unnamed narrator tells his dreams to a friend, Severin, who tells him how to break him of his fascination with cruel women by reading a manuscript, Memoirs of a Supersensual Man.<br/><br/>\n\nThis manuscript tells of a man, Severin von Kusiemski, so infatuated with a woman, Wanda von Dunajew, that he requests to be treated as her slave, and encourages her to treat him in progressively more degrading ways. At first Wanda does not understand or relate to the request, but after humouring Severin a bit she finds the advantages of the method to be interesting and enthusiastically embraces the idea; though at the same time, she disdains Severin for allowing her to do so. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/venus-in-furs-by-leopold-von-sacher-masoch/ |
p the framing story concerns man dreams speaking venus love wears furs unnamed narrator tells dreams friend severin tells break fascination cruel women reading manuscript memoirs supersensual man br br manuscript tells man severin von kusiemski infatuated woman wanda von dunajew requests treated slave encourages treat progressively degrading ways first wanda understand relate request humouring severin bit finds advantages method interesting enthusiastically embraces idea though time disdains severin allowing so summary wikipedia p |
| 1546 |
1525 |
1800 |
老殘遊記 (Lao Can You Ji - Mr Derelict) |
E Liu 刘鹗 |
General Fiction |
老殘遊記為著名的晚清四大諷刺小說之一,因當時清朝腐敗,國勢衰頹,內憂外患紛擾不斷,國弱民窮,而官僚卻貪腐不堪,劉鶚以生花妙筆,藉著遊記中的主人翁老殘旅遊之見聞來刺諷官僚的剛愎與虐民,雖有暗諷時局之意,但遊記中也時時透露出老殘(影射劉鶚本人)對社會的關懷與瞭解。本書對於晚清的政治與社會民情有相當的描述,且非常寫實。這些都反映在老殘或夢或醒的遊歷過程中,事實上,他也藉由老殘的夢境來映射他對當時官場與社會現實的看法。-- 此書不僅為政治類或社會批判性小說,亦是相當成功的遊記類小說,因作者的寫景、寫人與寫情的能力極高,讓人不知不覺地跟著老殘一起遊歷黃河賞美景,一起聽黑妞白妞「大珠小珠落玉盤」般神妙的說書絕技,一起在夢境中歷險,並一起來斷時局,甚至在必要時斷案解惑。 (Summarized by 林慧菁 Huei-Chin Lin)</p> |
Chinese |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/lao-can-you-ji-by-liu-o/ |
老殘遊記為著名的晚清四大諷刺小說之一 因當時清朝腐敗 國勢衰頹 內憂外患紛擾不斷 國弱民窮 而官僚卻貪腐不堪 劉鶚以生花妙筆 藉著遊記中的主人翁老殘旅遊之見聞來刺諷官僚的剛愎與虐民 雖有暗諷時局之意 但遊記中也時時透露出老殘 影射劉鶚本人 對社會的關懷與瞭解 本書對於晚清的政治與社會民情有相當的描述 且非常寫實 這些都反映在老殘或夢或醒的遊歷過程中 事實上 他也藉由老殘的夢境來映射他對當時官場與社會現實的看法 此書不僅為政治類或社會批判性小說 亦是相當成功的遊記類小說 因作者的寫景 寫人與寫情的能力極高 讓人不知不覺地跟著老殘一起遊歷黃河賞美景 一起聽黑妞白妞 大珠小珠落玉盤 般神妙的說書絕技 一起在夢境中歷險 並一起來斷時局 甚至在必要時斷案解惑 summarized 林慧菁 huei chin lin p |
| 1547 |
1526 |
1802 |
Bible (YLT) 31-33: Obadiah, Jonah and Micah |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-books-of-obadiah-jonah-and-micah-ylt/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1548 |
1527 |
1803 |
Fables in Rhyme for Little Folks |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Animals & Nature, Poetry |
Several of La Fontaine's fables, translated into English by W. T. Larned. (Summary by bge1234)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/fables-in-rhyme-for-little-folks-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
several la fontaine s fables translated english w t larned summary bge1234 p |
| 1549 |
1528 |
1804 |
Music, when soft voices die |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of <em>Music, when soft voices die</em> by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of January 27th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/music-when-soft-voices-die-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings em music soft voices die em percy bysshe shelley weekly poetry project week january 27th 2008 br br |
| 1550 |
1529 |
1805 |
Miscellaneous Essays of G. K. Chesterton |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
<p>These eleven files are miscellaneous short essays or stories from G.K. Chesterton. They were chosen for not only their brevity but also for being shining exemplars of Chesterton's wit and whimsy. A fun but powerful introduction into the mind of the man that is G.K. Chesterton. (Summary by GK Cleveland)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/miscellaneous-essays-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p these eleven files miscellaneous short essays stories g k chesterton chosen brevity also shining exemplars chesterton s wit whimsy fun powerful introduction mind man g k chesterton summary gk cleveland p |
| 1551 |
1530 |
1807 |
Eighty Seven |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Twelve-year-old Winter Kelland is an orphan indentured to a cold, harsh farming couple. His one bright spot is eight-year-old Vine, a neighbor girl who believes he can do great things if he can get an education. Win finally has enough of the hard life at the farm and runs away. But he discovers that even his poor life at the farm was desirable to being a half-starved tramp. At his lowest, he encounters a prickly spinster who learns to follow God's command, "He that honoreth Him hath mercy on the poor." The title, Eighty Seven, refers to the year Vine will turn 22 years old and will have a grand birthday feast, and is a tribute to her Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle (CLSC) graduating class of 1887. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/eighty-seven-by-pansy/ |
twelve year old winter kelland orphan indentured cold harsh farming couple one bright spot eight year old vine neighbor girl believes great things get education win finally enough hard life farm runs away discovers even poor life farm desirable half starved tramp lowest encounters prickly spinster learns follow god s command he honoreth hath mercy poor title eighty seven refers year vine turn 22 years old grand birthday feast tribute chautauqua literary scientific circle clsc graduating class 1887 summary triciag |
| 1552 |
1538 |
1816 |
Alarms and Discursions |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
<p>Gilbert Keith Chesterton was an influential English writer of the early 20th century. His prolific and diverse output included journalism, philosophy, poetry, biography, Christian apologetics, fantasy, and detective fiction. Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox." He wrote in an off-hand, whimsical prose studded with startling formulations. Chesterton wrote about 4000 essays on various subjects, and "Alarms and Discursions is one of his collections. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/alarms-and-discursions-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p gilbert keith chesterton influential english writer early 20th century prolific diverse output included journalism philosophy poetry biography christian apologetics fantasy detective fiction chesterton called prince paradox wrote off hand whimsical prose studded startling formulations chesterton wrote 4000 essays various subjects alarms discursions one collections summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1553 |
1531 |
1809 |
Ruth |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The book is a social novel, dealing with Victorian views about sin and illegitimacy. It is a surprisingly compassionate portrayal of a 'fallen woman', a type of person normally outcast from respectable society. The title of the novel refers to the main character Ruth Hilton, an orphaned young seamstress who is seduced and then abandoned by gentleman Henry Bellingham. Ruth, pregnant and alone, is taken in by a minister and his sister. They conceal her single status under the pretence of widowhood in order to protect her child from the social stigma of illegitimacy. Ruth goes on to gain a respectable position in society as a governess, which is threatened by the return of Bellingham and the revelation of her secret. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
book social novel dealing victorian views sin illegitimacy surprisingly compassionate portrayal fallen woman type person normally outcast respectable society title novel refers main character ruth hilton orphaned young seamstress seduced abandoned gentleman henry bellingham ruth pregnant alone taken minister sister conceal single status pretence widowhood order protect child social stigma illegitimacy ruth goes gain respectable position society governess threatened return bellingham revelation secret wikipedia p |
| 1554 |
1532 |
1810 |
Famous Men of Rome |
John Henry Haaren |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Biographical sketches of the men of Rome, written for children. (summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/famous-men-of-rome-by-john-h-haaren-and-a-b-poland/ |
p biographical sketches men rome written children summary laura caldwell p |
| 1555 |
1533 |
1811 |
Poetry Miscellany 01 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>As we get older, many of us return to youthful memories of poems once significant to us. Outside their association with our youth, we may wonder what significance they have to us now. There were other poems we've met along the way as well: some held no appeal while others were forgotten. And there were others we never had the opportunity to meet.<br/><br/>\n\nThis selection hopes to go beyond the experience of meeting old friends and on top opening the door to new ones — poems that might relate more significantly to our current lives. Originally titled "Personal Poems for Later Years," this collection gestures towards poems that ask us to slow down some we can consider them more deeply than before — no matter our age.<br/><br/>\n\nEach time we read a good poem it brings with it a different meaning. Meeting a poem with an open ear, be it old friend or new, we can find its deeper significance. (Summary by Alan Davis Drake)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-miscellany-01/ |
p as get older many us return youthful memories poems significant us outside association youth may wonder significance us now poems we ve met along way well held appeal others forgotten others never opportunity meet br br selection hopes go beyond experience meeting old friends top opening door new ones poems might relate significantly current lives originally titled personal poems later years collection gestures towards poems ask us slow consider deeply matter age br br time read good poem brings different meaning meeting poem open ear old friend new find deeper significance summary alan davis drake p |
| 1556 |
1534 |
1812 |
Adventures of Jimmy Skunk |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk is another in the long list children's books by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, Jimmy Skunk has encounters with Reddy Fox, Peter Rabbit, Unc’ Billy Possum and other acquaintances of his in the Green Meadows and Green Forest. Along the way, we learn some of the habits of Jimmy and his friends and we learn little lessons about life such as the importance of always keeping one's temper, keeping promises and not playing practical jokes. We are also treated to a philosophical discussion by Jimmy Skunk on the advantages of defensive weaponry. (Summary by John Lieder.)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-jimmy-skunk-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures jimmy skunk another long list children s books conservationist thornton w burgess book jimmy skunk encounters reddy fox peter rabbit unc billy possum acquaintances green meadows green forest along way learn habits jimmy friends learn little lessons life importance always keeping one s temper keeping promises playing practical jokes also treated philosophical discussion jimmy skunk advantages defensive weaponry summary john lieder p |
| 1557 |
1535 |
1813 |
Time Traders |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
If it is possible to conquer space, then perhaps it is also possible to conquer time. At least that was the theory American scientists were exploring in an effort to explain the new sources of knowledge the Russians possessed. Perhaps Russian scientists had discovered how to transport themselves back in time in order to learn long-forgotten secrets of the past.<P/>That was why young Ross Murdock, above average in intelligence but a belligerently independent nonconformist, found himself on a "hush-hush" government project at a secret base in the Arctic. The very qualities that made him a menace in civilized society were valuable traits in a man who must successfully act the part of a merchant trader of the Beaker people during the Bronze Age.<P/>For once they were transferred by time machine to the remote Baltic region where the Russian post was located, Ross and his partner Ashe were swept into a fantastic action-filled adventure involving Russians, superstitious prehistoric men, and the aliens of a lost galactic civilization that demanded every ounce of courage the Americans possessed. [summary taken from gutenberg e-text]</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-traders-by-andre-norton/ |
possible conquer space perhaps also possible conquer time least theory american scientists exploring effort explain new sources knowledge russians possessed perhaps russian scientists discovered transport back time order learn long forgotten secrets past p that young ross murdock average intelligence belligerently independent nonconformist found hush hush government project secret base arctic qualities made menace civilized society valuable traits man must successfully act part merchant trader beaker people bronze age p for transferred time machine remote baltic region russian post located ross partner ashe swept fantastic action filled adventure involving russians superstitious prehistoric men aliens lost galactic civilization demanded every ounce courage americans possessed summary taken gutenberg e text p |
| 1558 |
1536 |
1814 |
Selections from Ballads of a Cheechako |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry |
These twelve poems are taken from Ballads of a Cheechako which was Robert W. Service's third book of Yukon poems, published in 1909. The word Cheechako, from Chinook Jargon, originated in the United States (Alaska) and Canada (Yukon) and was imported into local English during the Yukon gold rush that began in 1896. Cheechako, is a non derogatory word meaning "newcomer" or "tenderfoot." The derivation looks something like this: chee new cha come ko home. (summary by Heidi Preuss) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-ballads-of-a-cheechako-by-robert-service/ |
twelve poems taken ballads cheechako robert w service s third book yukon poems published 1909 word cheechako chinook jargon originated united states alaska canada yukon imported local english yukon gold rush began 1896 cheechako non derogatory word meaning newcomer tenderfoot derivation looks something like this chee new cha come ko home summary heidi preuss p |
| 1559 |
1537 |
1815 |
Lilith |
George MacDonald |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<br /><em>Lilith</em>, written by the father of fantasy literature, George MacDonald, was first published in 1895. Its importance was recognized in its later revival in paperback by Ballantine Books as the fifth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in September, 1969. <br /><br /><em>Lilith</em> is considered among the darkest of MacDonald's works, and among the most profound. It is a story concerning the nature of life, death and salvation. Many believe MacDonald is arguing for Christian universalism, or the idea that all will eventually be saved. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/lilith-by-george-macdonald/ |
br em lilith em written father fantasy literature george macdonald first published 1895 importance recognized later revival paperback ballantine books fifth volume celebrated ballantine adult fantasy series september 1969 br br em lilith em considered among darkest macdonald s works among profound story concerning nature life death salvation many believe macdonald arguing christian universalism idea eventually saved summary wikipedia br br |
| 1560 |
1539 |
1817 |
South Pole; an account of the Norwegian Antarctic expedition in the Fram, 1910-12 |
Roald Amundsen |
Exploration |
<p>In contrast to Scott's South Pole expedition, Amundsen's expedition benefited from good equipment, appropriate clothing, and a fundamentally different primary task (Amundsen did no surveying on his route south and is known to have taken only two photographs). Amundsen had a better understanding of dogs and their handling, and he used of skis more effectively. He pioneered an entirely new route to the Pole, and they returned. In Amundsen's own words: "Victory awaits him who has everything in order -- luck, people call it. Defeat is certain for him who has neglected to take the necessary precautions in time; this is called bad luck." Short accounts by other members of the party are appended. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/south-pole-by-roald-amundsen-2/ |
p in contrast scott s south pole expedition amundsen s expedition benefited good equipment appropriate clothing fundamentally different primary task amundsen surveying route south known taken two photographs amundsen better understanding dogs handling used skis effectively pioneered entirely new route pole returned amundsen s words victory awaits everything order luck people call it defeat certain neglected take necessary precautions time called bad luck short accounts members party appended summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1561 |
1540 |
1818 |
Meine Emancipation, Verweisung und Rechtfertigung |
Louise Aston |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>1845, Louise Aston lebt als geschiedene Frau in Berlin und bewegt sich in intellektuellen Kreisen. Sie raucht in der Öffentlichkeit und trägt Männerkleider. Anonyme Beschwerden über sie führen zu polizeilicher Überwachung. Schließlich wird sie als "staatsgefährliche Person" aus Berlin ausgewiesen.</p>\n<p>In ihrem 1846 erschienen Buch "Meine Emancipation, Verweisung und Rechtfertigung" legt sie ihren Fall der deutschen Öffentlichkeit vor und plädiert leidenschaftlich für die Gleichheit der Geschlechter und das Recht der Frau auf freie Entfaltung ihrer Persönlichkeit. (Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/meine-emancipation-verweisung-und-rechtfertigung-by-louise-aston/ |
p 1845 louise aston lebt als geschiedene frau berlin und bewegt sich intellektuellen kreisen sie raucht der öffentlichkeit und trägt männerkleider anonyme beschwerden über sie führen zu polizeilicher überwachung schließlich wird sie als staatsgefährliche person aus berlin ausgewiesen p p in ihrem 1846 erschienen buch meine emancipation verweisung und rechtfertigung legt sie ihren fall der deutschen öffentlichkeit vor und plädiert leidenschaftlich für die gleichheit der geschlechter und das recht der frau auf freie entfaltung ihrer persönlichkeit summary hokuspokus p |
| 1562 |
1541 |
1819 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 023 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 023: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-023/ |
p librivox s short story collection 023 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1563 |
1542 |
1820 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 004 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories, originally published between 1931 and 1962, that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed. Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-004/ |
science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories originally published 1931 1962 entered us public domain copyright renewed summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 1564 |
1543 |
1821 |
Camp-Fire Girls at Twin Lakes or The Quest of a Summer Vacation |
Stella M. Francis |
Action & Adventure |
“Girls, I have some great news for you. I’m sure you’ll be interested, and I hope you’ll be as delighted as I am. Come on, all of you. Gather around in a circle just as if we were going to have a Council Fire and I’ll tell you something that will—that will—Teddy Bear your teeth.”<br>\n\n A chorus of laughter, just a little derisive, greeted Katherine Crane’s enigmatical figure of speech. The merriment came from eleven members of Flamingo Camp Fire, who proceeded to form an arc of a circle in front of the speaker on the hillside grass plot near the white canvas tents of the girls’ camp. (Gutenberg)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/campfire-girls-at-twin-lakes-or-the-quest-of-a-summer-vacation-by-stella-m-francis/ |
girls great news you i m sure you ll interested hope you ll delighted am come on you gather around circle going council fire i ll tell something will that will teddy bear teeth br chorus laughter little derisive greeted katherine crane s enigmatical figure speech merriment came eleven members flamingo camp fire proceeded form arc circle front speaker hillside grass plot near white canvas tents girls camp gutenberg p |
| 1565 |
1544 |
1822 |
Great Artists: Volume 1 |
Jennie Ellis Keysor |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Biographies of Raphael Santi, Murillo, Peter Paul Rubens, and Albrecht Durer. This is a wonderful tool for art study as there are references for further study, as well as ideas for language arts to incorporate into the study. Summary by Laura Caldwell</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/great-artists-volume-1-by-jennie-ellis-keysor/ |
p biographies raphael santi murillo peter paul rubens albrecht durer wonderful tool art study references study well ideas language arts incorporate study summary laura caldwell p |
| 1566 |
1545 |
1823 |
Science and Hypothesis |
Henri Poincaré |
*Non-fiction, Science |
Jules Henri Poincaré (1854 – 1912) was one of France's greatest mathematicians and theoretical physicists, and a philosopher of science.<br /><br />As a mathematician and physicist, he made many original fundamental contributions to pure and applied mathematics, mathematical physics and celestial mechanics. He was responsible for formulating the Poincaré conjecture, one of the most famous problems in mathematics. In his research on the three-body problem, Poincaré became the first person to discover a chaotic deterministic system which laid the foundations of modern chaos theory. He is considered to be one of the founders of the field of topology. Poincaré introduced the modern principle of relativity and was the first to present the Lorentz transformations in their modern symmetrical form. He discovered the remaining relativistic velocity transformations and recorded them in a letter to Lorentz in 1905. Thus he obtained perfect invariance of all of Maxwell's equations, an important step in the formulation of the theory of special relativity. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/science-and-hypothesis-by-henri-poincare/ |
jules henri poincaré 1854 1912 one france s greatest mathematicians theoretical physicists philosopher science br br as mathematician physicist made many original fundamental contributions pure applied mathematics mathematical physics celestial mechanics responsible formulating poincaré conjecture one famous problems mathematics research three body problem poincaré became first person discover chaotic deterministic system laid foundations modern chaos theory considered one founders field topology poincaré introduced modern principle relativity first present lorentz transformations modern symmetrical form discovered remaining relativistic velocity transformations recorded letter lorentz 1905 thus obtained perfect invariance maxwell s equations important step formulation theory special relativity summary wikipedia p |
| 1567 |
1586 |
1867 |
Fetch |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>The Fetch</em> by Dora Sigerson Shorter.<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-fetch-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em the fetch em dora sigerson shorter br br |
| 1568 |
1546 |
1824 |
McTeague |
Frank Norris |
General Fiction |
McTeague is a simple dentist who becomes infatuated with Trina, the cousin of his friend Marcus. Trina then buys a winning lottery ticket worth $5,000, and McTeague announces his plans to marry her. But their marriage quickly falls apart as greed consumes them both, and Marcus' jealousy toward McTeague boils over. (Summary by Jeff Robinson)</p>\n |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/mcteague-by-frank-norris/ |
mcteague simple dentist becomes infatuated trina cousin friend marcus trina buys winning lottery ticket worth 5 000 mcteague announces plans marry her marriage quickly falls apart greed consumes both marcus jealousy toward mcteague boils over summary jeff robinson p |
| 1569 |
1547 |
1825 |
St. Bartholomew's Eve |
G. A. Henty |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Set in the days of the religious wars of Europe, St. Bartholomew's Eve is the tale of the Huguenot's desperate fight for freedom of worship in France. As the struggle intensifies the plot thickens, culminating in the dreadful Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Eve. Henty, "The Boy's Own Storyteller" weaves the life and adventures of Philip Fletcher and his cousin, Francois DeLaville, into the historical background with thrilling battles, sieges and escapes along the way (not to mention a fair damsel in distress! ). (Summary by Minkona)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/st-bartholomews-eve-by-g-a-henty/ |
p set days religious wars europe st bartholomew s eve tale huguenot s desperate fight freedom worship france struggle intensifies plot thickens culminating dreadful massacre st bartholomew s eve henty the boy s storyteller weaves life adventures philip fletcher cousin francois delaville historical background thrilling battles sieges escapes along way not mention fair damsel distress summary minkona p |
| 1570 |
1548 |
1826 |
Ethan Frome |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, Romance |
Edith Wharton's 1911 novel Ethan Frome tells the story of a tragic love triangle. Set in the highly symbolic wintry landscape of Starkfield, Massachusetts, the narrative centers on the title character's fraught relationships with his "sickly, cantankerous" wife Zeena and his young, beautiful cousin Mattie Silver. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/ethan-frome-by-edith-wharton/ |
edith wharton s 1911 novel ethan frome tells story tragic love triangle set highly symbolic wintry landscape starkfield massachusetts narrative centers title character s fraught relationships sickly cantankerous wife zeena young beautiful cousin mattie silver summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1571 |
1549 |
1827 |
Horror Story Collection 004 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An occasional collection of 10 horror stories by various readers. We aim to unsettle you a little, to cut through the pink cushion of illusion that shields you from the horrible realities of life. Here are the walking dead, the fetid pools of slime, the howls in the night that you thought you had confined to your more unpleasant dreams.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/horror-story-collection-004/ |
occasional collection 10 horror stories various readers aim unsettle little cut pink cushion illusion shields horrible realities life walking dead fetid pools slime howls night thought confined unpleasant dreams p |
| 1572 |
1550 |
1828 |
White Linen Nurse |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Humorous Fiction |
The White Linen Nurse is a hysterical story of an exhausted nurse who comes to regret her profession and then somehow finds herself caring for the invalid daughter of the Senior Surgeon. The unexpected events which lead her there and also those which take her forward from that point are sure to evoke laughter and tears - a never to be forgotten story that will send a warm glow to your heart. (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-linen-nurse-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
white linen nurse hysterical story exhausted nurse comes regret profession somehow finds caring invalid daughter senior surgeon unexpected events lead also take forward point sure evoke laughter tears never forgotten story send warm glow heart summary kehinde p |
| 1573 |
1551 |
1829 |
Short Poetry Collection 061 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's New Short Poetry Collection 061: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-061-by-various-authors/ |
p librivox s new short poetry collection 061 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1574 |
1552 |
1830 |
First Fifty Digits of Pi |
Scott Hemphill |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Science |
<p>56 flavors of Pi proudly produced by LibriVox volunteers to celebrate Pi Day, 2008. (3/14) Don't worry, you don't have to listen to an infinite string of numbers: each reader presents just the first 50 digits in styles of their own choosing.<br />In light of the spirit of this occasion (and the might of our spirited community), this LibriVox offering makes a gentle exception to the policy of faithfully presenting just the text. This is the real Pi, but served up with a side of sillies -- it's Pi a la volunteer. (Summary by Cori Samuel and Anita Roy Dobbs)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-fifty-digits-of-pi/ |
p 56 flavors pi proudly produced librivox volunteers celebrate pi day 2008 3 14 worry listen infinite string numbers reader presents first 50 digits styles choosing br in light spirit occasion and might spirited community librivox offering makes gentle exception policy faithfully presenting text real pi served side sillies pi la volunteer summary cori samuel anita roy dobbs p |
| 1575 |
1553 |
1831 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 06 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Short Stories |
</p>LibriVox readers present the sixth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. \nWilliam Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-6/ |
p librivox readers present sixth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 1576 |
1554 |
1832 |
Promises Like Pie-Crust |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 different recordings of <em>Promises Like Pie-Crust</em> by Christina Rossetti. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 3rd, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/promises-like-pie-crust-by-christina-rossetti/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 different recordings em promises like pie crust em christina rossetti weekly poetry project week february 3rd 2008 br br |
| 1577 |
1555 |
1833 |
Love |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of <em>Love</em> by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.<br /><br /> |
English |
1799 |
https://librivox.org/love-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 different recordings em love em samuel taylor coleridge br br |
| 1578 |
1556 |
1834 |
War and Peace, Book 06: 1808-1810 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-06-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1579 |
1557 |
1835 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 05 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Les Fables de La Fontaine constituent la principale œuvre poétique du classicisme, et l'un des plus grands chefs d'œuvre de la littérature française. Le tour de force de La Fontaine est de donner par son travail une haute valeur à un genre qui jusque-là n'avait aucune dignité littéraire et était réservé aux exercices scolaires de rhétorique et de latin.</p> <p>Les Fables ont été écrites entre 1668 et 1694. La plupart mettent en scène des animaux anthropomorphes et contiennent une morale.</p><p> En voici le cinquième livre. </p><p> (Adapté de Wikipedia par Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1695 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-05-me/ |
p les fables de la fontaine constituent la principale œuvre poétique du classicisme et l un des plus grands chefs d œuvre de la littérature française le tour de force de la fontaine est de donner par son travail une haute valeur à un genre qui jusque là n avait aucune dignité littéraire et était réservé aux exercices scolaires de rhétorique et de latin p p les fables ont été écrites entre 1668 et 1694 la plupart mettent en scène des animaux anthropomorphes et contiennent une morale p p en voici le cinquième livre p p adapté de wikipedia par ezwa p |
| 1580 |
1558 |
1836 |
Montessori Method |
Maria Montessori |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
<p>In the early 1900's Dr. Maria Montessori began to reform educational methods with her work the 'Case dei Bambini' in Rome, Italy. Montessori began her work by developing methods to educate mentally retarded children, the method she developed was used with several children who at age eight took the state examinations in reading and writing, the children passed with above average scores. Because of this success (which is known as the 'first Montessori Miracle') Dr. Montessori was asked to open a school for children in Rome which she did. It was called the Case dei Bambini or “Children's House”. Now 101 years after the opening of the first Children's House we have recorded the first English translation of "The Montessori Method" by Maria Montessori. This book explains the Montessori Method of Education which supports “spontaneous self-development” of children and is used in the Case dei Bambini as well as many many Montessori Schools through out the world. </p> <br>(Written by Shurtagal and Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-montessori-method-by-maria-montessori/ |
p in early 1900 s dr maria montessori began reform educational methods work case dei bambini rome italy montessori began work developing methods educate mentally retarded children method developed used several children age eight took state examinations reading writing children passed average scores success which known first montessori miracle dr montessori asked open school children rome did called case dei bambini children s house 101 years opening first children s house recorded first english translation the montessori method maria montessori book explains montessori method education supports spontaneous self development children used case dei bambini well many many montessori schools world p br written shurtagal wikipedia br |
| 1581 |
1559 |
1837 |
Celtic Fairy Tales |
Joseph Jacobs |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Celtic Fairy Tales is a collection of 25 folk and fairy stories collected from Ireland and Scotland. At what I imagine is the Frontispiece, or the dedication page, is the phrase: _SAY THIS /Three times, with your eyes shut_/ \nMothuighim boladh an Éireannaigh bhinn bhreugaigh faoi m'fhóidín dúthaigh. \n_And you will see/What you will see_ \nA loose translation of this Gaelic phrase is "I sense the smell of a sweet, enchanting Irishman around my dear homeplace." \nTranslation provided by www.irishgaelictranslator.com/ \n(Summary by Pete Lutz)</p>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/celtic-fairy-tales-by-joseph-jacobs/ |
celtic fairy tales collection 25 folk fairy stories collected ireland scotland imagine frontispiece dedication page phrase _say three times eyes shut_ mothuighim boladh éireannaigh bhinn bhreugaigh faoi m fhóidín dúthaigh _and see what see_ loose translation gaelic phrase i sense smell sweet enchanting irishman around dear homeplace translation provided www irishgaelictranslator com summary pete lutz p |
| 1582 |
1560 |
1839 |
Woman in the Alcove |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
<p>"I was, perhaps, the plainest girl in the room that night. I was also the happiest—up to one o'clock. Then my whole world crumbled, or, at least, suffered an eclipse. Why and how, I am about to relate." Thus begins this mystery told by Anna Katharine Green, one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and renowned for writing well plotted, legally accurate stories.(Summary by Annise)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-woman-in-the-alcove-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
p i was perhaps plainest girl room night also happiest up one o clock whole world crumbled or least suffered eclipse how relate thus begins mystery told anna katharine green one first writers detective fiction america renowned writing well plotted legally accurate stories summary annise p |
| 1583 |
1587 |
1868 |
Mathilda |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Erotica |
<p>The finished draft of a short novel by Mary Shelley. Its adult theme, concerning a father's incestuous love for his daughter and its consequences, meant that the manuscript was suppressed by Shelley's own father, and not published until 1959, more than a hundred years after her death.</p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/mathilda-by-mary-shelley/ |
p the finished draft short novel mary shelley adult theme concerning father s incestuous love daughter consequences meant manuscript suppressed shelley s father published 1959 hundred years death p |
| 1584 |
1561 |
1840 |
Swoop! |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>The Swoop!</i> tells of the simultaneous invasion of England by several armies — "England was not merely beneath the heel of the invader. It was beneath the heels of nine invaders. There was barely standing-room." (ch. 1) — and features references to many well-known figures of the day, among them the politician Herbert Gladstone, novelist Edgar Wallace, actor-managers Seymour Hicks and George Edwardes, and boxer Bob Fitzsimmons. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-swoop-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p i the swoop i tells simultaneous invasion england several armies england merely beneath heel invader beneath heels nine invaders barely standing room ch 1 features references many well known figures day among politician herbert gladstone novelist edgar wallace actor managers seymour hicks george edwardes boxer bob fitzsimmons summary wikipedia p |
| 1585 |
1562 |
1841 |
Eline Vere |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
De 19e eeuwse klassieker Eline Vere speelt in de gegoede kringen van Den Haag. Eline is een jonge, mooie maar labiele vrouw die zich veel van het leven voorstelt en een levendige fantasie heeft. De werkelijkheid valt haar telkens tegen en ze vlucht weg van de realiteit. (Samenvatting door Carola Janssen)</p> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/eline-vere-een-haagsche-roman/ |
de 19e eeuwse klassieker eline vere speelt de gegoede kringen van den haag eline een jonge mooie maar labiele vrouw die zich veel van het leven voorstelt en een levendige fantasie heeft de werkelijkheid valt haar telkens tegen en ze vlucht weg van de realiteit samenvatting door carola janssen p |
| 1586 |
1563 |
1842 |
Ghost Story Collection 005 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-005/ |
collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded p |
| 1587 |
1564 |
1843 |
Tale of Daddy Long Legs |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey (1877 – 1949) was author of more than forty children's books. He was born on November 15, 1877, in St. Albans, Vermont, United States, the second child of Winfield Scott Bailey and Harriet Sarah Goodhue.\n\nTHERE was great excitement in the neighborhood of Farmer Green's house. Rusty Wren had found some strange tracks. And nobody knew whose they were.\n\nNow, when they were puzzled like that the field- and forest-folk usually went straight to Mr. Crow for advice. But this time it happened that the old gentleman had gone on an excursion to the further side of Blue Mountain, where Brownie Beaver lived. And there seemed to be no one else at hand who was likely to be able to explain the mystery. http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/21426 \n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-daddy-long-legs-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey 1877 1949 author forty children s books born november 15 1877 st albans vermont united states second child winfield scott bailey harriet sarah goodhue great excitement neighborhood farmer green s house rusty wren found strange tracks nobody knew whose were now puzzled like field forest folk usually went straight mr crow advice time happened old gentleman gone excursion side blue mountain brownie beaver lived seemed one else hand likely able explain mystery http www gutenberg org etext 21426 |
| 1588 |
1565 |
1844 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 10 - A Chronicle of Montcalm |
William Wood |
Early Modern |
Montcalm is, of course, a very prominent character in every history of New France. This book gives a brief history of the Montcalm family in France and its importance in wars. It continues with its descendant as he moves to Canada and defends the French colony of Ticonderoga. Summary by Esther.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-volume-10-a-chronicle-of-montcalm/ |
montcalm is course prominent character every history new france book gives brief history montcalm family france importance wars continues descendant moves canada defends french colony ticonderoga summary esther p |
| 1589 |
1566 |
1845 |
Bible (YLT) 34-37: Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah and Haggai |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-books-of-nahum-habakkuk-zephaniah-and-haggai-ylt/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1590 |
1567 |
1846 |
Hymns of the Christian Church |
Charles William Eliot |
Poetry, Music, Christianity - Other |
<p>A collection of classic Christian hymns spanning the centuries. Some LibriVox volunteers read the hymns; others sung them. <br><br>(Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/hymns-of-the-christian-church-by-various/ |
p a collection classic christian hymns spanning centuries librivox volunteers read hymns others sung them br br summary leon mire p |
| 1591 |
1568 |
1847 |
Key Out of Time |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>This is Book 4 in the Time Traders Series, In this book Ross Murdock and Arthur Ashe continue their adventures in Time and Space on the World of Hawaika. Hawaiian and Polynesian settlers help Ross and Ashe discover the way the world has changed from the data tape to present time. Helped by a girl (Karara) and her two trained dolphins (Tino-rau and Taua) (Summary by R. J. Davis)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/key-out-of-time-by-andre-norton/ |
p this book 4 time traders series book ross murdock arthur ashe continue adventures time space world hawaika hawaiian polynesian settlers help ross ashe discover way world changed data tape present time helped girl karara two trained dolphins tino rau taua summary r j davis p |
| 1592 |
1569 |
1848 |
Sense and Sensibility (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This is a story of the English moneyed class and its eternal struggle for creating “sense and sensibility” in its world. A potential marriage prospect must make “sense” by bringing with it enough assets and income to permit the couple to continue to live in happy, idle leisure, complete with servants and a prestigious address. Provided one can find such a match among the eligible persons of the opposite sex, one then hopes for “sensibility”, or capacity for emotion, so that if love is not immediately to hand, it might come around later. And while these gentlemen and ladies make their hopeful pirouettes in the social eye, they must of course adhere to all the forms of civility.<br><br>\n\n Jane Austen writes of the family of a gentleman named Dashwood who dies and leaves most of his fortune to his son, with the understanding that he will “look out for” his mother and three sisters. When that son marries a grasping woman who convinces him that his sisters’ funds are suitable to their needs and so require no contributions from his inherited fortune, the sisters are left to play the game of “Sense and Sensibility” in earnest.\n<br><br>\n But all’s not fair in love. Carefully prepared “attachments” can and do go awry when gentlemen find other young women of greater fortunes than the Dashwood sisters. So, will they marry for love? Or money? Or perhaps, not at all?\n\n (Summary by Mark F. Smith) |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sense-and-sensibility-by-jane-austen-version-02/ |
story english moneyed class eternal struggle creating sense sensibility world potential marriage prospect must make sense bringing enough assets income permit couple continue live happy idle leisure complete servants prestigious address provided one find match among eligible persons opposite sex one hopes sensibility capacity emotion love immediately hand might come around later gentlemen ladies make hopeful pirouettes social eye must course adhere forms civility br br jane austen writes family gentleman named dashwood dies leaves fortune son understanding look for mother three sisters son marries grasping woman convinces sisters funds suitable needs require contributions inherited fortune sisters left play game sense sensibility earnest br br all s fair love carefully prepared attachments go awry gentlemen find young women greater fortunes dashwood sisters so marry love money perhaps all summary mark f smith |
| 1593 |
1570 |
1849 |
Beasts of Tarzan |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>This is the third of Burrough's Tarzan novels.\nOriginally serialized in All-Story Cavalier magazine in\n1914, the novel was first published in book form by\nA. C. McClurg in 1916.</p><p>In the previous novel Tarzan reclaimed his name and title as John Clayton, Lord Greystoke. In this novel he finds that proper society is just as vicious as the jungle when greedy men threaten him and his new family.\nJane and her infant son Jack are kidnapped by Tarzan's enemies, Nikolas Rokoff and Alexis Paulvitch, who then\ntrap Tarzan himself and attempt to exile him forever on a primitive island, bereft of all those dear to him. There, however, Tarzan gains new allies in the panther Sheeta and the ape Akut, together with Akut's band. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-beasts-of-tarzan/ |
p this third burrough s tarzan novels originally serialized all story cavalier magazine 1914 novel first published book form a c mcclurg 1916 p p in previous novel tarzan reclaimed name title john clayton lord greystoke novel finds proper society vicious jungle greedy men threaten new family jane infant son jack kidnapped tarzan s enemies nikolas rokoff alexis paulvitch trap tarzan attempt exile forever primitive island bereft dear him there however tarzan gains new allies panther sheeta ape akut together akut s band summary wikipedia p |
| 1594 |
1571 |
1850 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 02 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 2 begins with the Norse or Danish invasion of the island and continues through the end of the Viking period. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-ireland-book-2-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 2 begins norse danish invasion island continues end viking period summary sibella denton p |
| 1595 |
1572 |
1851 |
Venus Transiens |
Amy Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 different recordings of <em>Venus Transiens</em> by Amy Lowell. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 10th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/venus-transiens-by-amy-lowell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 different recordings em venus transiens em amy lowell weekly poetry project week february 10th 2008 br br |
| 1596 |
1573 |
1853 |
Short History of England |
G. K. Chesterton |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Gilbert Keith Chesterton was a prolific writer on many topics. His views of history were always from the standpoint of men and their interactions, and it may fairly be said he saw all of history as a battle between civilization and barbarism. So it has always been, and that remains true even today. <br/><br/>\n\n"But it is especially in the matter of the Middle Ages that the popular histories trample upon the popular traditions. In this respect there is an almost comic contrast between the general information provided about England in the last two or three centuries, in which its present industrial system was being built up, and the general information given about the preceding centuries, which we call broadly medieval."<br/><br/>\n\nAs this quotation taken from the Introduction clearly shows, he is no mere pedant reciting dry dates and locations, but a profound thinker flooding new light onto those modern "myths" that have filled our histories. He is a master of paradox, and the technique of reducing his opponents' arguments to the logical absurdity they have inherent in them. He often turns them upside down. All of which makes his work both a sound subject for reflection and highly entertaining all the while it remains permanently timely. \n(Summary by Ray Clare)</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-history-of-england-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p gilbert keith chesterton prolific writer many topics views history always standpoint men interactions may fairly said saw history battle civilization barbarism always been remains true even today br br but especially matter middle ages popular histories trample upon popular traditions respect almost comic contrast general information provided england last two three centuries present industrial system built up general information given preceding centuries call broadly medieval br br quotation taken introduction clearly shows mere pedant reciting dry dates locations profound thinker flooding new light onto modern myths filled histories master paradox technique reducing opponents arguments logical absurdity inherent them often turns upside down makes work sound subject reflection highly entertaining remains permanently timely summary ray clare p |
| 1597 |
1574 |
1854 |
Early Kings of Norway |
Thomas Carlyle |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>"The Icelanders, in their long winter, had a great habit of writing; and were, and still are, excellent in penmanship. It is to this fact, that any little history there is of the Norse Kings and their old tragedies, crimes and heroisms, is almost all due. The Icelanders, it seems, not only made beautiful letters on their paper or parchment, but were laudably observant and desirous of accuracy; and have left us such a collection of narratives (Sagas, literally "Says") as, for quantity and quality, is unexampled among rude nations. Snorro Sturleson's History of the Norse Kings is built out of these old Sagas; and has in it a great deal of poetic fire, . . . and deserves to be reckoned among the great history-books of the world. It is from these sources that the following rough notes of the early Norway Kings are hastily thrown together." (Excerpted from Thomas Carlyle's preface by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/early-kings-of-norway-by-thomas-carlyle/ |
p the icelanders long winter great habit writing were still are excellent penmanship fact little history norse kings old tragedies crimes heroisms almost due icelanders seems made beautiful letters paper parchment laudably observant desirous accuracy left us collection narratives sagas literally says as quantity quality unexampled among rude nations snorro sturleson s history norse kings built old sagas great deal poetic fire deserves reckoned among great history books world sources following rough notes early norway kings hastily thrown together excerpted thomas carlyle s preface karen merline p |
| 1598 |
1575 |
1855 |
Northanger Abbey (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Northanger Abbey follows Catherine Morland and family friends Mr. and Mrs. Allen as they visit Bath, England. Seventeen year-old Catherine spends her time visiting newly-made friends, such as Isabella Thorpe, and going to balls. Catherine finds herself pursued by Isabella's brother John Thorpe (Catherine's brother James's friend from university), and by Henry Tilney. She also becomes friends with Eleanor Tilney, Henry's younger sister. Henry captivates her with his view on novels and his knowledge of history and the world. General Tilney (Henry and Eleanor's father) invites Catherine to visit their estate, Northanger Abbey, which, because she has been reading Ann Radcliffe's gothic novel The Mysteries of Udolpho, Catherine expects to be dark, ancient and full of fantastical mystery. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/northanger-abbey-by-jane-austen-2/ |
northanger abbey follows catherine morland family friends mr mrs allen visit bath england seventeen year old catherine spends time visiting newly made friends isabella thorpe going balls catherine finds pursued isabella s brother john thorpe catherine s brother james s friend university henry tilney also becomes friends eleanor tilney henry s younger sister henry captivates view novels knowledge history world general tilney henry eleanor s father invites catherine visit estate northanger abbey which reading ann radcliffe s gothic novel mysteries udolpho catherine expects dark ancient full fantastical mystery summary wikipedia p |
| 1599 |
1576 |
1856 |
Holy War |
John Bunyan |
Religious Fiction |
<p>The Holy War is perhaps John Bunyan's second most popular work, after The Pilgrim's Progress. It tells the story of a fierce battle to take control of a city from its rightful ruler. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1688 |
https://librivox.org/holy-war-by-john-bunyan/ |
p the holy war perhaps john bunyan s second popular work pilgrim s progress tells story fierce battle take control city rightful ruler summary joy chan p |
| 1600 |
1577 |
1857 |
Mayor of Casterbridge |
Thomas Hardy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The Mayor of Casterbridge (1886) is a tragic novel by English author Thomas Hardy subtitled, "The Life and Death of a Man of Character". It is set in the fictional town of Casterbridge (based on the town of Dorchester in Dorset). The book is one of Hardy's Wessex novels, all set in a fictional rustic England. (Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\nA poor, disgruntled, drunken young man sells his wife and child to the highest bidder. When he awakens, sober, the next day he regrets his rash act and vows to give up drink and find his family and bring them home. Eventually he is forced to give up the search and move on with his life. He does this quite successfully until, nearly 20 years later, his past comes back to haunt him. (DebraLynn) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mayor-of-casterbridge-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p the mayor casterbridge 1886 tragic novel english author thomas hardy subtitled the life death man character set fictional town casterbridge based town dorchester dorset book one hardy s wessex novels set fictional rustic england wikipedia br br poor disgruntled drunken young man sells wife child highest bidder awakens sober next day regrets rash act vows give drink find family bring home eventually forced give search move life quite successfully until nearly 20 years later past comes back haunt him debralynn p |
| 1601 |
1578 |
1858 |
ספר הקבצנים Fishke the Lame (The Book of Beggars) |
מנדלה מוכר ספרים Mendele Mocher Sforim |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Mendele Mocher Sforim (Literary name for Shalom Jacob Abramovitsch) (1835 - 1917, b. Kapulye, Belorussia), one of the first modern Jewish writers, wrote in both Hebrew and Yiddish throughout his career. In his work he described with sharp satirical criticism the traditional life in small Jewish towns, as well as tendencies for assimilation of learned Jews at the time. He was regarded as the "grandfather of Yiddish literature," but the Hebraic-Zionist atmosphere in Odessa influenced him, and in 1886 he turned to writing Hebrew fiction.<br /><br />The Book of Beggars, or Fishke the Lame, was one of the first romances written in Hebrew in Eastern Europe. It was published in Yiddish in 1869 and later translated into Hebrew by the author. Mendeli used a satirical style mixed with tears and compassion to describe Jews of the lowest classes in small poor communities in Eastern Europe of the second half of the 19th century, organized to look for food and charity. This was the background for an entangled story of theft, rape and sentimental love, with an emphasis on suffering and hardships of women. (Summary by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/fishke-the-lame-by-mendele-mocher-sforim/ |
p mendele mocher sforim literary name shalom jacob abramovitsch 1835 1917 b kapulye belorussia one first modern jewish writers wrote hebrew yiddish throughout career work described sharp satirical criticism traditional life small jewish towns well tendencies assimilation learned jews time regarded grandfather yiddish literature hebraic zionist atmosphere odessa influenced him 1886 turned writing hebrew fiction br br the book beggars fishke lame one first romances written hebrew eastern europe published yiddish 1869 later translated hebrew author mendeli used satirical style mixed tears compassion describe jews lowest classes small poor communities eastern europe second half 19th century organized look food charity background entangled story theft rape sentimental love emphasis suffering hardships women summary omri lernau p |
| 1602 |
1579 |
1859 |
Curiosities of the Sky |
Garrett P. Serviss |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Astronomy is known as the oldest of the sciences, and it will be the longest-lived because it will always have arcana that have not been penetrated."-Excerpt from the Preface of Curiosities of the Sky by Garrett Serviss </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-the-sky-by-garrett-serviss/ |
p astronomy known oldest sciences longest lived always arcana penetrated excerpt preface curiosities sky garrett serviss p |
| 1603 |
1580 |
1860 |
Marius the Epicurean, Volume 1 |
Walter Pater |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p> Marius the Epicurean is a philosophical novel written by Walter Pater, published in 1885. In it Pater displays, with fullness and elaboration, his ideal of the aesthetic life, his cult of beauty as opposed to bare asceticism, and his theory of the stimulating effect of the pursuit of beauty as an ideal of its own. The principles of what would be known as the Aesthetic movement were partly traceable to this book; and its impact was particularly felt on one of the movement's leading proponents, Oscar Wilde, a former student of Pater at Oxford. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/marius-the-epicurean-vol-1-by-walter-pater/ |
p marius epicurean philosophical novel written walter pater published 1885 pater displays fullness elaboration ideal aesthetic life cult beauty opposed bare asceticism theory stimulating effect pursuit beauty ideal own principles would known aesthetic movement partly traceable book impact particularly felt one movement s leading proponents oscar wilde former student pater oxford summary wikipedia p |
| 1604 |
1581 |
1861 |
Dick Sands the Boy Captain |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Dick Sands, a youth of fifteen, must assume command of a ship after the disappearance of its captain. Nature’s forces combined with evil doings of men lead him and his companions to many dangerous adventures on sea and in Central Africa. </p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/dick-sands-the-boy-captain-by-jules-verne/ |
dick sands youth fifteen must assume command ship disappearance captain nature s forces combined evil doings men lead companions many dangerous adventures sea central africa p |
| 1605 |
1582 |
1862 |
Stories of Animal Sagacity |
William Henry Giles Kingston |
General |
<p>300+ short stories of how smart and savvy various individual animals have been seen to be, and in most cases a little moral is drawn from the story. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-animal-sagacity-by-whg-kingston/ |
p 300 short stories smart savvy various individual animals seen be cases little moral drawn story summary allyson hester p |
| 1606 |
1583 |
1863 |
Bible (YLT) 25: Lamentations |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-lamentations-ytl-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1607 |
1584 |
1864 |
Bible (YLT) 38-39: Zechariah and Malachi |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.<br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-books-of-zechariah-and-malachi-ylt-mp/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition br summary wikipedia br |
| 1608 |
1585 |
1866 |
Solitude (Pope) |
Alexander Pope |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of <em>Solitude</em> by Alexander Pope. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 17th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1700 |
https://librivox.org/solitude-by-alexander-pope/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings em solitude em alexander pope weekly poetry project week february 17th 2008 br br |
| 1609 |
1588 |
1869 |
Principles of Economics, Book 6: The Distribution of National Income |
Alfred Marshall |
*Non-fiction |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the Principles of Economics in 1881 and he spent much of the next decade at work on the treatise. His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought.<br /><br />The first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Wikipedia).<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-book-6-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing principles economics 1881 spent much next decade work treatise plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought br br the first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1610 |
1589 |
1870 |
Candide ou L'optimisme |
Voltaire |
Published before 1800 |
<p>Candide vivait paisible et innocent chez le baron de Thunder-ten-tronckh, en Westphalie. Dans son château, le précepteur Pangloss (« qui discourt de tout » en grec), représentation de Gottfried Leibniz, professait un optimisme béat. Candide partageait cette plénitude d’autant plus qu’il était amoureux de Cunégonde, fille du baron. Un jour, ce même baron surprend leurs amours et chasse Candide à coups de pied « dans le derrière ». <br/>(Résumé par Wikipédia)</p> <p>This novella tells the tale of a young man, Candide (meaning "ingenuous"), who has been indoctrinated with Leibnizian optimism but becomes disillusioned after witnessing and experiencing many great hardships. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/candide-by-voltaire-2/ |
p candide vivait paisible et innocent chez le baron de thunder ten tronckh en westphalie dans son château le précepteur pangloss qui discourt de tout en grec représentation de gottfried leibniz professait un optimisme béat candide partageait cette plénitude d autant plus qu il était amoureux de cunégonde fille du baron un jour ce même baron surprend leurs amours et chasse candide à coups de pied dans le derrière br résumé par wikipédia p p this novella tells tale young man candide meaning ingenuous indoctrinated leibnizian optimism becomes disillusioned witnessing experiencing many great hardships br summary wikipedia p |
| 1611 |
1590 |
1871 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 024 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 024: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-024/ |
p librivox s short story collection 024 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1612 |
1591 |
1872 |
Storm Over Warlock |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Throg task force struck the Terran survey camp a few minutes after dawn, without warning, and with a deadly precision which argued that the aliens had fully reconnoitered and prepared that attack. Eye-searing lances of energy lashed back and forth across the base with methodical accuracy. And a single cowering witness, flattened on a ledge in the heights above, knew that when the last of those yellow-red bolts fell, nothing human would be left alive down there.\n<br /><br />\nAnd so Shann Lantee, most menial of the Terrans attached to the camp on the planet Warlock, was left alone and weaponless in the strange, hostile world, the human prey of the aliens from space and the aliens on the ground alike. (Summary from Front Cover )</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/storm-over-warlock-by-andre-norton/ |
p the throg task force struck terran survey camp minutes dawn without warning deadly precision argued aliens fully reconnoitered prepared attack eye searing lances energy lashed back forth across base methodical accuracy single cowering witness flattened ledge heights above knew last yellow red bolts fell nothing human would left alive there br br shann lantee menial terrans attached camp planet warlock left alone weaponless strange hostile world human prey aliens space aliens ground alike summary front cover p |
| 1613 |
1592 |
1873 |
Lost Prince |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
“The Lost Prince” is about Marco Loristan, his father, and his friend, a street urchin named The Rat. Marco's father, Stefan, is a Samavian patriot working to overthrow the cruel dictatorship in the kingdom of Samavia. Marco and his father, Stefan, come to London where Marco strikes up a friendship with a crippled street urchin known as The Rat. Marco’s father, realizing that two boys are less likely to be noticed, entrusts them with a secret mission to travel across Europe giving the secret sign: 'The Lamp is lighted.' This brings about a revolution which succeeds in overthrowing the old regime and re-establishing the rightful king. The book ends in a climatic scene as Marco realizes his father is the descendant of Ivor Fedorovitch and thus the rightful king of Samavia. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-prince-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
the lost prince marco loristan father friend street urchin named rat marco s father stefan samavian patriot working overthrow cruel dictatorship kingdom samavia marco father stefan come london marco strikes friendship crippled street urchin known rat marco s father realizing two boys less likely noticed entrusts secret mission travel across europe giving secret sign the lamp lighted brings revolution succeeds overthrowing old regime re establishing rightful king book ends climatic scene marco realizes father descendant ivor fedorovitch thus rightful king samavia summary wikipedia p |
| 1614 |
1593 |
1874 |
Erewhon |
Samuel Butler |
Satire, Science Fiction |
Erewhon, or Over the Range is a novel by Samuel Butler, published anonymously in 1872. The title is also the name of a country, supposedly discovered by the protagonist. In the novel, it is not revealed in which part of the world Erewhon is, but it is clear that it is a fictional country. Butler meant the title to be read as the word Nowhere backwards, even though the letters "h" and "w" are transposed. It is likely that he did this to protect himself from accusations of being unpatriotic, although Erewhon is obviously a satire of Victorian society. (summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/erewhon-by-samuel-butler/ |
erewhon range novel samuel butler published anonymously 1872 title also name country supposedly discovered protagonist novel revealed part world erewhon is clear fictional country butler meant title read word nowhere backwards even though letters h w transposed likely protect accusations unpatriotic although erewhon obviously satire victorian society summary wikipedia p |
| 1615 |
1594 |
1875 |
Leviathan (Books III and IV) |
Thomas Hobbes |
Political Science, Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<p>In Books 3 and 4 of <em>Leviathan</em>, Thomas Hobbes elaborates on the political philosophy set forth in the first two books, by considering the nature of a Christian commonwealth. Book 3 begins with a wealth of biblical scholarship, directed at establishing the authority of Scripture while at the same time undermining modern claims to supernatural revelation that would subvert civil law. Hobbes concludes that we cannot be sure of anyone else's divine revelation, and that religious authority is therefore subordinate to civil power. Book 4, titled “Of the Kingdom of Darkness,” sets forth the various ways in which Scripture has been misinterpreted by the church, according to Hobbes, in mixing pagan elements with Christianity.<br></br>\n(Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
1651 |
https://librivox.org/leviathan-books-iii-and-iv-by-thomas-hobbes/ |
p in books 3 4 em leviathan em thomas hobbes elaborates political philosophy set forth first two books considering nature christian commonwealth book 3 begins wealth biblical scholarship directed establishing authority scripture time undermining modern claims supernatural revelation would subvert civil law hobbes concludes cannot sure anyone else s divine revelation religious authority therefore subordinate civil power book 4 titled of kingdom darkness sets forth various ways scripture misinterpreted church according hobbes mixing pagan elements christianity br br summary adapted wikipedia leon mire p |
| 1616 |
1595 |
1876 |
Weet je nog wel van toen? |
Henriette van Noorden |
Short works |
Tien korte, losse, lieve verhaaltjes voor kleine kinderen, geschreven door Henriette van Noorden. Summary by Anna Simon.</p> |
Dutch |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/weet-je-nog-wel-van-toen/ |
tien korte losse lieve verhaaltjes voor kleine kinderen geschreven door henriette van noorden summary anna simon p |
| 1617 |
1596 |
1877 |
Tom Swift and His Electric Runabout |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<p>Tom Swift enters an upcoming race with his specially-designed prototype electric race car. But as he makes the final preparations and adjustments, days before the race, he discovers a plot that would bankrupt not only his family, but also everyone else that relies on the local bank (which is the target of a nefarious bank-run scheme). Tom must solve the mystery and stop the criminals behind the plot before he'll test himself on a 500 mile race against some of the best electric cars and skilled drivers in the United States. Listeners are forewarned that some elements and characters included in Tom Swift books portray certain ethnic groups in a very dated manner that modern readers, and listeners, may find offensive. Despite the racially stereotyped behavior and pronunciation in the books, the Reader believes it makes sense to read what's written in order to be faithful to the author's intent.<br /><br />Summary from Wikipedia and modified by the Reader</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-electric-runabout-by-victor-appleton/ |
p tom swift enters upcoming race specially designed prototype electric race car makes final preparations adjustments days race discovers plot would bankrupt family also everyone else relies local bank which target nefarious bank run scheme tom must solve mystery stop criminals behind plot he ll test 500 mile race best electric cars skilled drivers united states listeners forewarned elements characters included tom swift books portray certain ethnic groups dated manner modern readers listeners may find offensive despite racially stereotyped behavior pronunciation books reader believes makes sense read what s written order faithful author s intent br br summary wikipedia modified reader p |
| 1618 |
1597 |
1878 |
Leeuw van Vlaenderen of de Slag der Gulden Sporen |
Hendrik Conscience |
Historical Fiction |
Een historische roman die zich afspeelt in Vlaanderen rond de Guldensporenslag in 1302. Vlaanderen is in de handen van de Fransen gevallen, en de Vlaamse vorst en zijn oudste zoon (Robrecht van Bethune, oftewel de Leeuw van Vlaenderen) zijn in gevangenschap in Frankrijk. Uit het volk staan echter twee nieuwe leiders op, om het land te helpen bevrijden van het Franse juk. De strijd mondt uit in de Guldensporenslag, 11 juli 1302, waarin een Vlaams leger van voetknechten tegenover een Frans ridderleger komt te staan. Door het verhaal heen loopt de romance van Machteld, de dochter van Robrecht van Bethune, en ridder Adolf van Nieuwland.<BR>Conscience wilde zijn Vlaamse landgenoten bewust maken van hun nationale identiteit en eigenwaarde (vlak na de 19e eeuwse onafhankelijkheidstrijd van Belgie). Met het grote success van De Leeuw van Vlaenderen werd Conscience bekend als “de man die zijn volk leerde lezen.” (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)<BR><BR>A historic novel about the “Battle of the Golden Spurs”, in 1302 in Flanders, and the events leading up to it. The story is laced with a romance between Machteld, daugher of Robrecht van Bethune (also known as "The Lion of Flanders") and the knight Adolf van Nieuwland. <BR>Conscience wanted to make his Flemish fellow-countrymen aware of their national identity and feeling of self-worth (shortly after Belgium gained independence). As a consequence of the huge success of this book, Conscience became known as “the man who taught his people how to read." (Summary by Anna Simon).</p> |
Dutch |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/de-leeuw-van-vlaenderen-of-de-slag-der-gulden-sporen-door-hendrik-conscience/ |
een historische roman die zich afspeelt vlaanderen rond de guldensporenslag 1302 vlaanderen de handen van de fransen gevallen en de vlaamse vorst en zijn oudste zoon robrecht van bethune oftewel de leeuw van vlaenderen zijn gevangenschap frankrijk uit het volk staan echter twee nieuwe leiders op om het land te helpen bevrijden van het franse juk de strijd mondt uit de guldensporenslag 11 juli 1302 waarin een vlaams leger van voetknechten tegenover een frans ridderleger komt te staan door het verhaal heen loopt de romance van machteld de dochter van robrecht van bethune en ridder adolf van nieuwland br conscience wilde zijn vlaamse landgenoten bewust maken van hun nationale identiteit en eigenwaarde vlak na de 19e eeuwse onafhankelijkheidstrijd van belgie met het grote success van de leeuw van vlaenderen werd conscience bekend als de man die zijn volk leerde lezen samenvatting door anna simon br br a historic novel battle golden spurs 1302 flanders events leading it story laced romance machteld daugher robrecht van bethune also known the lion flanders knight adolf van nieuwland br conscience wanted make flemish fellow countrymen aware national identity feeling self worth shortly belgium gained independence consequence huge success book conscience became known the man taught people read summary anna simon p |
| 1619 |
1598 |
1879 |
Advice to the Grub Street Verse-writers |
Jonathan Swift |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>Advice to the Grub Street Verse-writers</em> by Jonathan Swift. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of February 24th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1735 |
https://librivox.org/advice-to-the-grub-street-verse-writers-by-jonathan-swift/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em advice grub street verse writers em jonathan swift weekly poetry project week february 24th 2008 br br |
| 1620 |
1599 |
1880 |
Ronicky Doone |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
<p>Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944), is best known today for his western fiction. Faust was born in Seattle, Washington and at an early age moved with his parents to the San Joaquin Valley in California where he worked as a ranchhand. After a failed attempt to enlist in the Great War in 1917 and with the help of Mark Twain's sister he met Robert Hobart Davis, editor of All-Story Weekly and became a regular contributor writting under his most used pseudonym “Max Brand”. He wrote in many genres during his career and produced more than 300 western novels and stories. His most famous characters were Destry and Dr. Kildare, both of which were produced in film. Faust was killed in Italy in 1944 as a front line war correspondent at the age of 51. He is buried in the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery in Nettuno, Italy.<br><br>Ronicky Doone (1926) is a hero of the west, respected by the law-abiding citizen and hated by bushwhacking bandits. Bill Gregg is a man in love, not about to be deflected from meeting his lady love for the first time, and willing to stand up to the living legend to reach her. This initial meeting leads to a friendship between the two and they travel east to New York City on the trail of the girl. When they find the girl, Caroline Smith, and she refuses to leave, Ronicky must discover the secret that holds her. They encounter the sinister John Mark and the beautiful Ruth Tolliver and are exposed to the horrors and vices of big city life as they attempt to rescue Caroline and find their way back to the mountain-desert of the west. (Summary by Rowdy Delaney) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/ronicky-doone-by-max-brand/ |
p frederick schiller faust 1892 1944 best known today western fiction faust born seattle washington early age moved parents san joaquin valley california worked ranchhand failed attempt enlist great war 1917 help mark twain s sister met robert hobart davis editor all story weekly became regular contributor writting used pseudonym max brand wrote many genres career produced 300 western novels stories famous characters destry dr kildare produced film faust killed italy 1944 front line war correspondent age 51 buried sicily rome american cemetery nettuno italy br br ronicky doone 1926 hero west respected law abiding citizen hated bushwhacking bandits bill gregg man love deflected meeting lady love first time willing stand living legend reach her initial meeting leads friendship two travel east new york city trail girl find girl caroline smith refuses leave ronicky must discover secret holds her encounter sinister john mark beautiful ruth tolliver exposed horrors vices big city life attempt rescue caroline find way back mountain desert west summary rowdy delaney p |
| 1621 |
1600 |
1881 |
Famous Men of Modern Times |
John Henry Haaren |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Famous Men of Modern Times is a series of biographical sketches written for the purpose of making the study of history lively and interesting by giving insight into the men who lived during this time. <i>Summary by Laura Caldwell</i></p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/famous-men-of-modern-times-by-john-h-haaren-and-ab-poland/ |
p famous men modern times series biographical sketches written purpose making study history lively interesting giving insight men lived time i summary laura caldwell i p |
| 1622 |
12186 |
12883 |
Gulliver The Great And Other Dog Stories |
Walter Alden Dyer |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
This 1916 book is a collection of sixteen of the author's dog stories previously published in magazines. ( David Wales)\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/gulliver-the-great-and-other-dog-stories-by-walter-alden-dyer/ |
1916 book collection sixteen author s dog stories previously published magazines david wales |
| 1623 |
1601 |
1882 |
Bulemanns Haus |
Theodor Storm |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Nach dem Tod seines Vaters kehrt Herr Bulemann nach in Übersee verbrachten Jahren in seine Heimatstadt zurück und zieht in das Haus seines Vaters. Seine Frau und seine Kinder hat er auf der Überfahrt an Sklavenhändler verkauft – so erzählt man sich. Stattdessen hat sich Herr Buhlemann zwei große Katzen mitgebracht. Er wird immer unleidlicher und menschenscheuer, bis sein einziger Kontakt zur Außenwelt seine Haushälterin ist, die ihn verachtet. Schließlich weist er schroff seine Halbschwester zurück, als sie ihn wegen ihres kränklichen Sohnes um Hilfe anfleht und verschuldet letztlich den Tod seines Neffen. Seine Schwester verflucht ihn, woraufhin sich die beiden Katzen nach und nach schauerlich verwandeln und ihn für immer in seinem Haus festhalten, aus dem die Haushälterin inzwischen geflohen ist. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/bulemanns-haus-by-theodor-storm/ |
nach dem tod seines vaters kehrt herr bulemann nach übersee verbrachten jahren seine heimatstadt zurück und zieht das haus seines vaters seine frau und seine kinder hat er auf der überfahrt sklavenhändler verkauft erzählt man sich stattdessen hat sich herr buhlemann zwei große katzen mitgebracht er wird immer unleidlicher und menschenscheuer bis sein einziger kontakt zur außenwelt seine haushälterin ist die ihn verachtet schließlich weist er schroff seine halbschwester zurück als sie ihn wegen ihres kränklichen sohnes um hilfe anfleht und verschuldet letztlich den tod seines neffen seine schwester verflucht ihn woraufhin sich die beiden katzen nach und nach schauerlich verwandeln und ihn für immer seinem haus festhalten aus dem die haushälterin inzwischen geflohen ist summary wikipedia p |
| 1624 |
1602 |
1883 |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 1 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
<p>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives.<br/><br/>\n\nPlutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers.<br/><br/>\n\nHis Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar.<br/><br/>\n\nIn this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 1 presents the paired lives of Theseus and Romulus, Lycurgus and Numa, and Solon and Poplicola. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/plutarchs_parallel_lives_vol_1/ |
p parallel lives noble greeks romans series biographies famous men arranged tandem illuminate common moral virtues failings surviving lives contain twenty three pairs biographies pair consisting one greek one roman well four unpaired single lives br br plutarch concerned writing histories such exploring influence character good bad lives destinies famous men first pair lives epaminondas scipio africanus longer exists many remaining lives truncated contain obvious lacunae and or tampered later writers br br life alexander one five surviving secondary tertiary sources alexander great includes anecdotes descriptions incidents appear source likewise portrait numa pompilius early roman king also contains unique information early roman calendar br br copy right expired 11 volume translation loeb classical library order paired lives rearranged present greek lives chronological order vol 1 presents paired lives theseus romulus lycurgus numa solon poplicola summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 1625 |
1603 |
1884 |
Miscellaneous Pieces |
John Bunyan |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>John Bunyan (November 28, 1628 – August 31, 1688), a Christian writer and preacher, was born at Harrowden (one mile south-east of Bedford), in the Parish of Elstow, England. He wrote The Pilgrim's Progress, arguably the most famous published Christian allegory. In the Church of England he is remembered with a Lesser Festival on 30 August. <br><br>Bunyan became a popular preacher as well as a prolific author, though most of his works consist of expanded sermons. In theology he was a Puritan, but there was nothing gloomy about him. The portrait his friend Robert White drew, which has often been reproduced, shows the attractiveness of his true character. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/miscellaneous-pieces-by-john-bunyan/ |
p john bunyan november 28 1628 august 31 1688 christian writer preacher born harrowden one mile south east bedford parish elstow england wrote pilgrim s progress arguably famous published christian allegory church england remembered lesser festival 30 august br br bunyan became popular preacher well prolific author though works consist expanded sermons theology puritan nothing gloomy him portrait friend robert white drew often reproduced shows attractiveness true character summary wikipedia p |
| 1626 |
1604 |
1885 |
Good Wives |
Louisa May Alcott |
General Fiction |
Louisa May Alcott's overwhelming success dated from the appearance of the first part of Little Women: or Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy, (1868) a semi-autobiographical account of her childhood years with her sisters in Concord, Massachusetts. Part two, or Part Second, also known as Good Wives, (1869) followed the March sisters into adulthood and their respective marriages. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/good-wives-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
louisa may alcott s overwhelming success dated appearance first part little women meg jo beth amy 1868 semi autobiographical account childhood years sisters concord massachusetts part two part second also known good wives 1869 followed march sisters adulthood respective marriages summary wikipedia p |
| 1627 |
1605 |
1886 |
Edison's Conquest of Mars |
Garrett P. Serviss |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Edison's Conquest of Mars, by Garrett P. Serviss, is one of the many science fiction novels published in the nineteenth century. Although science fiction was not at the time thought of as a distinct literary genre, it was a very popular literary form, with almost every fiction magazine regularly publishing science fiction stories and novels. "Edison's Conquest of Mars" was published in 1898 as an unauthorized sequel to H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds, but did not achieve the fame of its predecessor. The book was endorsed by Thomas Edison, the hero of the book -- though not by Wells. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/edisons-conquest-of-mars-by-garrett-p-serviss/ |
edison s conquest mars garrett p serviss one many science fiction novels published nineteenth century although science fiction time thought distinct literary genre popular literary form almost every fiction magazine regularly publishing science fiction stories novels edison s conquest mars published 1898 unauthorized sequel h g wells s war worlds achieve fame predecessor book endorsed thomas edison hero book though wells summary wikipedia p |
| 1628 |
1613 |
1894 |
Toys of Peace |
Saki |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This is the fifth collection of short stories by Saki (H.H. Munro), and was published posthumously in 1923. Even so, many of the stories are quite up to the standard of those collected earlier. (Summary by Graham Redman)</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-toys-of-peace-by-saki/ |
p this fifth collection short stories saki h h munro published posthumously 1923 even so many stories quite standard collected earlier summary graham redman p |
| 1629 |
1614 |
1895 |
Grimm Tales Made Gay |
Guy Wetmore Carryl |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>A comic rendering in verse of well-loved Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm, each ending with a moral and full of puns. The titles of the tales themselves make another verse.(Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/grimm-tales-made-gay-by-guy-wetmore-carryl/ |
p a comic rendering verse well loved fairy tales brothers grimm ending moral full puns titles tales make another verse summary annise p |
| 1630 |
1606 |
1887 |
Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners |
John Bunyan |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Other |
<p>Grace Abounding is the spiritual autobiography of John Bunyan, who also penned Pilgrim’s Progress, perhaps one of the most significant pieces of Christian literature, second only to the Bible. Grace Abounding follows Bunyan’s struggle to find true repentance and forgiveness, his battle with Satan’s temptations of unbelief, his comfort found in the Bible and his overarching victory gotten by the grace of God through Jesus Christ his Son. Readers familiar with Pilgrim’s Progress will recognize that many of the allegorical points in his famous work came out of Bunyan’s own struggles and discoveries, and it has been said that Bunyan could not have written Pilgrim’s Progress without first going through the battles chronicled in Grace Abounding. (Summary by Stephen Escalera)</p>NOTE: Paragraphs 319-339 from "A Brief Account of the Author’s Imprisonment" are omitted from the e-text, and are therefore omitted from this recording.<br/><br/> |
English |
1666 |
https://librivox.org/grace-abounding-to-the-chief-of-sinners-by-john-bunyan/ |
p grace abounding spiritual autobiography john bunyan also penned pilgrim s progress perhaps one significant pieces christian literature second bible grace abounding follows bunyan s struggle find true repentance forgiveness battle satan s temptations unbelief comfort found bible overarching victory gotten grace god jesus christ son readers familiar pilgrim s progress recognize many allegorical points famous work came bunyan s struggles discoveries said bunyan could written pilgrim s progress without first going battles chronicled grace abounding summary stephen escalera p note paragraphs 319 339 a brief account author s imprisonment omitted e text therefore omitted recording br br |
| 1631 |
1607 |
1888 |
Bible (YLT) 23: Isaiah |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-23-isaiah/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p summary wikipedia br |
| 1632 |
1608 |
1889 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 008 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches, news items and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, philosophy, nature and religion.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-008-by-various/ |
p a collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches news items reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics philosophy nature religion p |
| 1633 |
1609 |
1890 |
Castle of Otranto |
Horace Walpole |
Gothic Fiction |
The Castle of Otranto is a 1764 novel by Horace Walpole. It is generally held to be the first gothic novel, initiating a literary genre which would become extremely popular in the later 18th century and early 19th century. Thus, Castle, and Walpole by extension is arguably the forerunner to such authors as Ann Radcliffe, Bram Stoker, Daphne du Maurier, and Stephen King. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1764 |
https://librivox.org/the-castle-of-otranto-by-horace-walpole/ |
castle otranto 1764 novel horace walpole generally held first gothic novel initiating literary genre would become extremely popular later 18th century early 19th century thus castle walpole extension arguably forerunner authors ann radcliffe bram stoker daphne du maurier stephen king summary wikipedia p |
| 1634 |
1610 |
1891 |
Short Poetry Collection 062 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's New Short Poetry Collection 062: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-062-by-various/ |
p librivox s new short poetry collection 062 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1635 |
1611 |
1892 |
Golem |
Gustav Meyrink |
Fantastic Fiction |
"Der Golem" von Gustav Meyrink gilt als ein Klassiker der phantastischen Literatur. Es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine Adaption der jüdischen Golem - Sage, sondern um ein impressionistisches Traumbild vor dessen Hintergrund.<br /><br />Der Erzähler träumt Ereignisse, die sich 30 Jahre zuvor im Prager Ghetto zugetragen haben. Er träumt sich dabei in die Rolle des Athanasius Pernath, der um 1890/91 dort lebte.<br /><br />Pernath erhält von einem mysteriösen Auftraggeber ein Buch zur Reparatur. Bald hat er den Verdacht, es könnte sich bei diesem Unbekannten um den Golem handeln, der 1580 von Rabbi Löw erschaffen worden sein soll und nun alle 33 Jahre in Prag umgehe.\nVon nun an gerät Pernaths Leben durcheinander. Er wird von Halluzinationen geplagt, die er nicht versteht, und in Intrigen verwickelt, deren Mittelpunkt der Trödler Aaron Wassertrum ist und die Pernath für ein paar Monate ins Gefängnis bringen. Der Archivar Hillel wird ihm Freund und Mentor und Pernath verliebt sich in dessen Tochter Mirjam.\nAuf der Spur des Golem findet er durch eine Falltür den Weg in ein "Zimmer ohne Zugang" und erkennt es als die Behausung des Golems. Als er aus dem Gefängnis entlassen wird, ist der Teil des Ghettos, in dem er bisher gewohnt hat, abgerissen und seine früheren Freunde sind gestorben oder fortgezogen. Als er sich vom Dach eines brennenden Gebäudes abseilt, stürzt er ab.<br /><br />Hier erwacht der Erzähler aus seinem Traum und entdeckt bei Nachforschungen Spuren der geträumten Gestalten und seines "Traum Doppelgängers" in der wirklichen Welt. (Summary by Wikipedia and Hokuspokus)</p>\n |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/der-golem-by-gustav-meyrink/ |
der golem von gustav meyrink gilt als ein klassiker der phantastischen literatur es handelt sich dabei nicht um eine adaption der jüdischen golem sage sondern um ein impressionistisches traumbild vor dessen hintergrund br br der erzähler träumt ereignisse die sich 30 jahre zuvor im prager ghetto zugetragen haben er träumt sich dabei die rolle des athanasius pernath der um 1890 91 dort lebte br br pernath erhält von einem mysteriösen auftraggeber ein buch zur reparatur bald hat er den verdacht es könnte sich bei diesem unbekannten um den golem handeln der 1580 von rabbi löw erschaffen worden sein soll und nun alle 33 jahre prag umgehe von nun gerät pernaths leben durcheinander er wird von halluzinationen geplagt die er nicht versteht und intrigen verwickelt deren mittelpunkt der trödler aaron wassertrum ist und die pernath für ein paar monate ins gefängnis bringen der archivar hillel wird ihm freund und mentor und pernath verliebt sich dessen tochter mirjam auf der spur des golem findet er durch eine falltür den weg ein zimmer ohne zugang und erkennt es als die behausung des golems als er aus dem gefängnis entlassen wird ist der teil des ghettos dem er bisher gewohnt hat abgerissen und seine früheren freunde sind gestorben oder fortgezogen als er sich vom dach eines brennenden gebäudes abseilt stürzt er ab br br hier erwacht der erzähler aus seinem traum und entdeckt bei nachforschungen spuren der geträumten gestalten und seines traum doppelgängers der wirklichen welt summary wikipedia hokuspokus p |
| 1636 |
1612 |
1893 |
In Search of the Castaways |
Jules Verne |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>The book tells the story of the quest for Captain Grant of the Britannia. After finding a bottle cast into the ocean by the captain himself after the Britannia is shipwrecked, Lord and Lady Glenarvan of Scotland decide to launch a rescue expedition. The main difficulty is that the coordinates of the wreckage are mostly erased, and only the latitude (37 degrees) is known.<br />Lord Glenarvan makes it his quest to find Grant; together with his wife, Grant's children and the crew of his yacht the Duncan they set off for South America. An unexpected passenger in the form of French geographer Jacques Paganel joins the search. They explore Patagonia, Tristan da Cunha Island, Amsterdam Island, Australia and New Zealand in their search for the castaways. (summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/in-search-of-the-castaways-by-jules-verne/ |
p the book tells story quest captain grant britannia finding bottle cast ocean captain britannia shipwrecked lord lady glenarvan scotland decide launch rescue expedition main difficulty coordinates wreckage mostly erased latitude 37 degrees known br lord glenarvan makes quest find grant together wife grant s children crew yacht duncan set south america unexpected passenger form french geographer jacques paganel joins search explore patagonia tristan da cunha island amsterdam island australia new zealand search castaways summary wikipedia p |
| 1637 |
1615 |
1896 |
Ann Veronica |
H. G. Wells |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Ann Veronica was a controversial book detailing the development of a naive school girl into a "New Woman". When it was published, the Spectator described it as a "poisonous book ... capable of poisoning the minds of those who read it." Although it is unlikely to offend modern listeners in this way, this novel addresses many feminist issues that are still relevant today. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/ann-veronica-by-h-g-wells/ |
p ann veronica controversial book detailing development naive school girl new woman published spectator described poisonous book capable poisoning minds read it although unlikely offend modern listeners way novel addresses many feminist issues still relevant today summary joy chan p |
| 1638 |
1616 |
1897 |
Dawn O'Hara, The Girl Who Laughed |
Edna Ferber |
General Fiction |
<p><i>Dawn O’Hara, the Girl Who Laughed</i> was Edna Ferber’s first novel. Dawn, a newspaperwoman working in New York, finds herself back home in Michigan on doctor’s orders. Years of living in boarding-houses and working to pay for the care of her brilliant but mentally ill husband, Peter Orme, have taken their toll. At twenty-eight, Dawn feels like an old woman with no future. But, the loving care of her sister Norah and her family along with the attentions of the handsome German doctor, Ernst Von Gerhard, slowly bring Dawn back to life. With Dr. Von Gerhard’s help, she obtains a newspaper job in Milwaukee and begins a year of new adventures among new people. However, the specter of her husband living in a mental hospital is always present and Dawn fears she may never be free to love again. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/dawn-ohara-by-edna-ferber/ |
p i dawn o hara girl laughed i edna ferber s first novel dawn newspaperwoman working new york finds back home michigan doctor s orders years living boarding houses working pay care brilliant mentally ill husband peter orme taken toll twenty eight dawn feels like old woman future but loving care sister norah family along attentions handsome german doctor ernst von gerhard slowly bring dawn back life dr von gerhard s help obtains newspaper job milwaukee begins year new adventures among new people however specter husband living mental hospital always present dawn fears may never free love again summary lee ann howlett p |
| 1639 |
1617 |
1898 |
Secret Passage |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
Excellent murder mystery. On September 9, 1905, the NY Times Saturday Review of Books described this book as follows: "That painstakingly ingenious person, Fergus Hume, has devised another of his hide-and-seek, jack-o'-lantern murder mysteries. It begins with a queer and rich old woman found stabbed to death in her chair and not a clue to the murderer. Then so many clues turn up that even the story-book detective is bewildered. Then nearly everybody turns out to be somebody else under an alias, and all the clues lead nowhere..." (summary by Dawn Larsen and J.M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-passage-by-fergus-hume/ |
excellent murder mystery september 9 1905 ny times saturday review books described book follows that painstakingly ingenious person fergus hume devised another hide and seek jack o lantern murder mysteries begins queer rich old woman found stabbed death chair clue murderer many clues turn even story book detective bewildered nearly everybody turns somebody else alias clues lead nowhere summary dawn larsen j m smallheer p |
| 1640 |
1618 |
1899 |
Wind |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 different recordings of <em>The Wind</em> by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 2nd, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 different recordings em the wind em robert louis stevenson weekly poetry project week march 2nd 2008 br br |
| 1641 |
1619 |
1900 |
Everlasting Flowers |
D. H. Lawrence |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>Everlasting Flowers</em> by D. H. Lawrence.<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/everlasting-flowers-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em everlasting flowers em d h lawrence br br |
| 1642 |
1620 |
1902 |
Maîtres sonneurs |
George Sand |
Romance |
<p>Le roman est paru dans Le Constitutionnel en juin et juillet 1853. Il raconte la vie des « cornemuseux » à la fin du XVIIIe siècle, dans le Berry et le Bourbonnais. </p><p>Il se divise en 31 veillées, où le narrateur Etienne Depardieu, dit Tiennet, raconte sa vie auprès de sa cousine Brulette, de leur ami Joseph, un orphelin, et de Thérence et Huriel. <br/></p> <p>(de Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/les-maitres-sonneurs-by-georges-sand-1001/ |
p le roman est paru dans le constitutionnel en juin et juillet 1853 il raconte la vie des cornemuseux à la fin du xviiie siècle dans le berry et le bourbonnais p p il se divise en 31 veillées où le narrateur etienne depardieu dit tiennet raconte sa vie auprès de sa cousine brulette de leur ami joseph un orphelin et de thérence et huriel br p p de wikipedia p |
| 1643 |
1621 |
1903 |
Bible (YLT) 24: Jeremiah |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-jeremiah-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p br summary wikipedia br |
| 1644 |
1622 |
1904 |
Trials and Confessions of a Housekeeper |
T. S. Arthur |
General Fiction |
Is housekeeping such a trial? Mrs. Smith thinks so and confesses all in this merry account of her escapades and near disasters! (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/trials-and-confessions-of-a-housekeeper-by-t-s-arthur/ |
housekeeping trial mrs smith thinks confesses merry account escapades near disasters summary kehinde p |
| 1645 |
1648 |
1934 |
Hawk of Egypt |
Joan Conquest |
General Fiction |
A tragic love triangle between a beautiful English girl, an English gentleman, and a half-English, half-Egyptian plays out among the ruins and under the desert stars of 1920s era Egypt. The saga ends, as all love triangles must, in tragedy upon the desert sands. (Summary by Sibella Denton)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-hawk-of-egypt-by-joan-conquest/ |
tragic love triangle beautiful english girl english gentleman half english half egyptian plays among ruins desert stars 1920s era egypt saga ends love triangles must tragedy upon desert sands summary sibella denton p |
| 1646 |
1623 |
1905 |
Cinq semaines en ballon |
Jules Verne |
General Fiction |
<p>Un savant, Samuel Ferguson, accompagné de son domestique Joe et de son ami Dick Kennedy entreprend de traverser le continent africain — alors incomplètement exploré — à l'aide d'un ballon gonflé à l'hydrogène. Il a en effet inventé un dispositif qui, en lui évitant de perdre du gaz ou de devoir jeter du lest pour régler son altitude, autorise les plus longs voyages. Ce voyage est supposé relier les explorations faites par Burton et Speke en Afrique orientale à celles de Heinrich Barth dans les régions du Sahara et du Tchad. Partis de Zanzibar, les trois aéronautes réalisent effectivement la traversée, au prix de mille aventures au terme desquelles ils parviennent au Sénégal avant de retourner en Angleterre où ils reçoivent un accueil enthousiaste. <br/>(Résumé par Wikipédia)</p>\n<p><small>An English version is available / Une version anglaise est disponible : <a href="http://librivox.org/five-weeks-in-a-balloon-by-jules-verne/"><em>Five Weeks in a Balloon</em></a>. </small></p>\n<p><small>Findes på dansk / Une version danoise est disponible: <a href="http://librivox.org/fem-uger-i-ballon-by-jules-verne/"><em>Fem uger i ballon</em></a>. </small></p> |
French |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/cinq-semaines-en-ballon-by-jules-verne/ |
p un savant samuel ferguson accompagné de son domestique joe et de son ami dick kennedy entreprend de traverser le continent africain alors incomplètement exploré à l aide d un ballon gonflé à l hydrogène il en effet inventé un dispositif qui en lui évitant de perdre du gaz ou de devoir jeter du lest pour régler son altitude autorise les plus longs voyages ce voyage est supposé relier les explorations faites par burton et speke en afrique orientale à celles de heinrich barth dans les régions du sahara et du tchad partis de zanzibar les trois aéronautes réalisent effectivement la traversée au prix de mille aventures au terme desquelles ils parviennent au sénégal avant de retourner en angleterre où ils reçoivent un accueil enthousiaste br résumé par wikipédia p p small an english version available une version anglaise est disponible a href http librivox org five weeks in a balloon by jules verne em five weeks balloon em a small p p small findes på dansk une version danoise est disponible a href http librivox org fem uger i ballon by jules verne em fem uger ballon em a small p |
| 1647 |
1624 |
1906 |
Fêtes galantes |
Paul-Marie Verlaine |
Poetry |
Fêtes galantes est un recueil de poèmes de Paul Verlaine, publié en 1869.<br />\n(English translation): Fêtes galantes is a collection of poetry by Paul Verlaine, published in 1869. (Summary by Jc)</p> |
French |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/fetes-galantes-by-paul-verlaine/ |
fêtes galantes est un recueil de poèmes de paul verlaine publié en 1869 br english translation fêtes galantes collection poetry paul verlaine published 1869 summary jc p |
| 1648 |
1625 |
1910 |
Lost Stradivarius |
John Meade Falkner |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Lost Stradivarius (1895), by J. Meade Falkner, is a short novel of ghosts and the evil that can be invested in an object, in this case an extremely fine Stradivarius violin. After finding the violin of the title in a hidden compartment in his college rooms, the protagonist, a wealthy young heir, becomes increasingly secretive as well as obsessed by a particular piece of music, which seems to have the power to call up the ghost of its previous owner. Roaming from England to Italy, the story involves family love, lordly depravity, and the tragedy of obsession (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-stradivarius-by-j-meade-falkner/ |
lost stradivarius 1895 j meade falkner short novel ghosts evil invested object case extremely fine stradivarius violin finding violin title hidden compartment college rooms protagonist wealthy young heir becomes increasingly secretive well obsessed particular piece music seems power call ghost previous owner roaming england italy story involves family love lordly depravity tragedy obsession summary wikipedia p |
| 1649 |
1626 |
1911 |
Dog-Watches At Sea |
Stanton Henry King |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Stanton H. King was from Barbados and followed his brothers to sea at the age of twelve in 1880. He spent only twelve years at sea for reasons given in this book. Thereafter, he became associated with the Sailors' Haven, Boston, Massachusetts and became its director. He was also a renowned Chantie singer and, in 1918, King's Book Of Chanties was published. King views the sailing life from "before the mast", that is, through the eyes of the common sailor. (Summary by Peter Kelleher)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/dog-watches-at-sea-by-stanton-h-king/ |
stanton h king barbados followed brothers sea age twelve 1880 spent twelve years sea reasons given book thereafter became associated sailors haven boston massachusetts became director also renowned chantie singer and 1918 king s book chanties published king views sailing life before mast is eyes common sailor summary peter kelleher p |
| 1650 |
1627 |
1912 |
Poems of Marianne Moore |
Marianne Moore |
Single author |
<p>In 1921, American poet H.D. collected and published a selection of previously published poems by Marianne Moore. Although this angered Moore, as it was entirely unauthorized, she later accepted the edition as well made and used it as the basis for her own 1924 publication of Observations. Moore's unique poetry matches the experimentation underway during the American Modernist movement. Much of it incorporates seemingly out-of-place quotations into complex free verse that often uses Nature as a subject matter.\n<BR><BR>\nToday, despite the self-motivated alteration of her poetry in later life, done much to the dismay of her devotees, scholars consider Moore a significant American poet worthy of intense study in an a unalterable place in the canon.</p>\n(Summary by Oscar Goff)</br> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-marianne-moore/ |
p in 1921 american poet h d collected published selection previously published poems marianne moore although angered moore entirely unauthorized later accepted edition well made used basis 1924 publication observations moore s unique poetry matches experimentation underway american modernist movement much incorporates seemingly out of place quotations complex free verse often uses nature subject matter br br today despite self motivated alteration poetry later life done much dismay devotees scholars consider moore significant american poet worthy intense study unalterable place canon p summary oscar goff br |
| 1651 |
1628 |
1913 |
Evelina |
Fanny Burney |
Epistolary Fiction |
In this epistolary novel, we find a young woman named Evelina, who was raised in rural seclusion until her eighteenth year because of her uncertain parentage. Through a series of harrowing and humorous events that take place in London and an English resort town, Evelina learns how to navigate the complex layers of 18th century society and earn the love of a distinguished and honorable nobleman. This comedy of manners often satirizes the society in which it is set; Evelina is a significant precursor to later works by Jane Austen and Maria Edgeworth, whose novels explore many of the same issues. (from Evelina’s wikipedia entry, modified by ettelocin)</p> |
English |
1778 |
https://librivox.org/evelina-by-fanny-burney/ |
epistolary novel find young woman named evelina raised rural seclusion eighteenth year uncertain parentage series harrowing humorous events take place london english resort town evelina learns navigate complex layers 18th century society earn love distinguished honorable nobleman comedy manners often satirizes society set evelina significant precursor later works jane austen maria edgeworth whose novels explore many issues from evelina s wikipedia entry modified ettelocin p |
| 1652 |
1629 |
1914 |
Edgar Allan Poe i udvalg |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Det er næppe nogen overdrivelse at benævne Edgar Allan Poe som gysets sande mester. Her følger et lille udvalg af historier, som fører lytteren gennem en oplevelse af alt lige fra den mest psykopatiske kynisme og over til noget der minder om direkte mareridtsagtige drømme. (Summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl)</p> |
Danish |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/edgar-allan-poe-i-udvalg-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
det er næppe nogen overdrivelse benævne edgar allan poe som gysets sande mester følger et lille udvalg af historier som fører lytteren gennem en oplevelse af alt lige fra den mest psykopatiske kynisme og til noget der minder om direkte mareridtsagtige drømme summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 1653 |
1630 |
1915 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 005 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories, originally published between 1960 and 1963, that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed. Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input. <BR><BR>Note: This collection originally included a tenth story, The Burning Bridge by Poul Anderson. That recording was removed in November 2011 because of a copyright claim.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-005/ |
science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories originally published 1960 1963 entered us public domain copyright renewed summary cori samuel wikipedia input br br note collection originally included tenth story burning bridge poul anderson recording removed november 2011 copyright claim p |
| 1654 |
1631 |
1916 |
Mysterious Stranger and Other Stories |
Mark Twain |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Here's a Mark Twain story that's very unlike those he became famous for, but when I read it back in Catholic high school, it left a deep impression. It concerns the deeply religious residents of a small village in Austria during the late sixteenth century, and what happened to several of them when a strange man began to visit their insulated homeland. There's little of Twain's humor here; this is a horror story, a parable. . . and a warning. <br>(Summary by Ted Delorme)</br></p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-stranger-and-other-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
p here s mark twain story that s unlike became famous for read back catholic high school left deep impression concerns deeply religious residents small village austria late sixteenth century happened several strange man began visit insulated homeland there s little twain s humor here horror story parable warning br summary ted delorme br p |
| 1655 |
1632 |
1917 |
Beautiful Girlhood |
Mabel Hale |
General Fiction, General |
<p>The transitioning years between girlhood and womanhood are an exciting time for a girl, as well as tumultuous and confusing. Beautiful Girlhood by Mabel Hale is a lovely guide that will help the young girl understand the changes she is going through emotionally and physically and also guide her in the proper behavior befitting a young woman. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/beautiful-girlhood-by-mabel-hale/ |
p the transitioning years girlhood womanhood exciting time girl well tumultuous confusing beautiful girlhood mabel hale lovely guide help young girl understand changes going emotionally physically also guide proper behavior befitting young woman summary laura caldwell p |
| 1656 |
1633 |
1918 |
Moonfleet |
John Meade Falkner |
Children's Fiction |
The novel is set in a fishing village in Dorset during the mid 18th century. The story concerns a 15 year old orphan boy, John Trenchard, who becomes friends with an older man who turns out to be the leader of a gang of smugglers.\nOne night John chances on the smugglers' store in the crypt beneath the church. He explores but hides behind a coffin when he hears voices. He finds a locket which contains a parchment, in the coffin belonging to Colonel Mohune. Unfortunately after the visitors leave, he finds himself trapped inside, and is only rescued two days later when two of the smugglers, Ratsey, the sexton and Elzevir Block, the innkeeper of the Why Not?, the local pub, investigate his disappearance. His aunt insists he leaves her house and Elzevir Block takes him in to live at the pub. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moonfleet )</p>\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/moonfleet-by-j-meade-falkner/ |
novel set fishing village dorset mid 18th century story concerns 15 year old orphan boy john trenchard becomes friends older man turns leader gang smugglers one night john chances smugglers store crypt beneath church explores hides behind coffin hears voices finds locket contains parchment coffin belonging colonel mohune unfortunately visitors leave finds trapped inside rescued two days later two smugglers ratsey sexton elzevir block innkeeper not local pub investigate disappearance aunt insists leaves house elzevir block takes live pub http en wikipedia org wiki moonfleet p |
| 1657 |
1634 |
1919 |
Bible (ASV) 19: Psalms |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"Psalms is a book of the Hebrew Bible included in the collected works known as the Writings. Psalms were written by various writers, including Israel's King David. The Book of Psalms is divided into five books: Book 1 -- Psa. 1-41; Book 2 -- Psa. 42-72; Book 3 -- Psa. 73-89; Book 4 -- Psa. 90-106; and Book 5 -- Psa. 107-150. The collection includes the following types of psalm, among others: Psalms for praise, guidance, consolation, recognition of God's creation, the need for repentance. Certain Psalms, such as Psa. 22 and Psa. 110 are accepted by Christians and certain Jews as messianic or containing messianic prophecies." <br/>(From Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-psalms-asv-ss/ |
p psalms book hebrew bible included collected works known writings psalms written various writers including israel s king david book psalms divided five books book 1 psa 1 41 book 2 psa 42 72 book 3 psa 73 89 book 4 psa 90 106 book 5 psa 107 150 collection includes following types psalm among others psalms praise guidance consolation recognition god s creation need repentance certain psalms psa 22 psa 110 accepted christians certain jews messianic containing messianic prophecies br from wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1658 |
1635 |
1920 |
Graustark |
George Barr McCutcheon |
Detective Fiction, Romance |
The Graustark novels are stories of court intrigue, royal disguise, and romance similar to Anthony Hope's 1894 novel, The Prisoner of Zenda, and its sequels. They were popular best-sellers at the time they were published and the original editions are still readily available in used book shops. The novels gave their name to a fictional genre called Graustarkian: this genre contains tales of romance and intrigue usually featuring titled characters in small, fictional, Central European countries.\n<br>\nDuring the 1870's, Graustark's ruler, Prince Ganlook, was killed in a war with neighboring Axphain. As part of the ensuing peace treaty, Graustark agreed to pay a large indemnity to Axphain, to be due, with interest, in fifteen years. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/graustark-by-george-barr-mccutcheon/ |
graustark novels stories court intrigue royal disguise romance similar anthony hope s 1894 novel prisoner zenda sequels popular best sellers time published original editions still readily available used book shops novels gave name fictional genre called graustarkian genre contains tales romance intrigue usually featuring titled characters small fictional central european countries br 1870 s graustark s ruler prince ganlook killed war neighboring axphain part ensuing peace treaty graustark agreed pay large indemnity axphain due interest fifteen years summary wikipedia p |
| 1659 |
1636 |
1921 |
Rookwood |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A rich and complex Gothic-Romance centring on the murky deeds of an ancient family. It is a wonderfully atmospheric piece that combines narrative, poetry, song, and descriptive writing to great effect. The character of Dick Turpin that we know today - the dashing highwaymen and unmatched horseman - can be said to stem directly from this novel, as the most famous part of the book (often published on its own in the past), Turpin's Ride To York, is devoted to him. Although seemingly little known to a modern audience, Ainsworth's 'Rookwood' gave the world the image of the highwayman with which we are all so familiar. (Summary by paulc) |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/rookwood-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
rich complex gothic romance centring murky deeds ancient family wonderfully atmospheric piece combines narrative poetry song descriptive writing great effect character dick turpin know today dashing highwaymen unmatched horseman said stem directly novel famous part book often published past turpin s ride york devoted him although seemingly little known modern audience ainsworth s rookwood gave world image highwayman familiar summary paulc |
| 1660 |
1637 |
1922 |
Brigands of the Moon |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
<p>Gregg Haljan was aware that there was a certain danger in having the giant spaceship Planetara stop off at the moon to pick up Grantline's special cargo of moon ore. For that rare metal--invaluable in keeping Earth's technology running--was the target of many greedy eyes. But nevertheless he hadn't figured on the special twist the clever Martian brigands would use. So when he found both the ship and himself suddenly in their hands, he knew that there was only one way in which he could hope to save that cargo and his own secret--that would be by turning space-pirate himself and paying the <strong>Brigands of the Moon</strong> back in their own interplanetary coin. (From the Gutenberg e-text)</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/brigands-of-the-moon-by-ray-cummings/ |
p gregg haljan aware certain danger giant spaceship planetara stop moon pick grantline s special cargo moon ore rare metal invaluable keeping earth s technology running was target many greedy eyes nevertheless figured special twist clever martian brigands would use found ship suddenly hands knew one way could hope save cargo secret that would turning space pirate paying strong brigands moon strong back interplanetary coin from gutenberg e text p |
| 1661 |
1638 |
1924 |
Annals Vol 2 |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Annals was Tacitus' final work, covering the period from the death of Augustus Caesar in the year 14. He wrote at least 16 books, but books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11 and 16 are missing. Book 6 ends with the death of Tiberius and books 7-12 presumably covered the reigns of Caligula and Claudius. The remaining books cover the reign of Nero, perhaps until his death in June 68 or until the end of that year, to connect with the Histories. The second half of book 16 is missing, ending with the events of the year 66. We do not know whether Tacitus completed the work or whether he finished the other works that he had planned to write; he died before he could complete his planned histories of Nerva and Trajan, and no record survives of the work on Augustus Caesar and the beginnings of the Empire with which he had planned to complete his work as an historian. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tacitus-annals-vol-2-trans-church-and-brodribb/ |
p the annals tacitus final work covering period death augustus caesar year 14 wrote least 16 books books 7 10 parts books 5 6 11 16 missing book 6 ends death tiberius books 7 12 presumably covered reigns caligula claudius remaining books cover reign nero perhaps death june 68 end year connect histories second half book 16 missing ending events year 66 know whether tacitus completed work whether finished works planned write died could complete planned histories nerva trajan record survives work augustus caesar beginnings empire planned complete work historian summary wikipedia p |
| 1662 |
1639 |
1925 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 006 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-006/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 1663 |
1640 |
1926 |
Real Mother Goose |
Anonymous |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
A heartwarming collection of nursery rhymes that will take you back to your childhood! (Summary by Allyson Hester)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-real-mother-goose-by-anonymous/ |
heartwarming collection nursery rhymes take back childhood summary allyson hester p |
| 1664 |
1641 |
1927 |
I see His Blood upon the Rose |
Joseph Mary Plunkett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>I see His Blood upon the Rose</em> by Joseph Mary Plunkett. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 9th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/i-see-his-blood-upon-the-rose-by-joseph-mary-plunkett/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em i see blood upon rose em joseph mary plunkett weekly poetry project week march 9th 2008 br br |
| 1665 |
1642 |
1928 |
American Robinson Crusoe |
Samuel B. Allison |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
An American Robinson Crusoe is a short version of the original story. An indolent, rebellious teen goes on a marine voyage against his parents' wishes. The ship (and all of its crew) is lost in a storm, but Robinson makes it to a deserted island. He has no tools, no weapons, but he lives for over 28 years on the island. He befriends many animals on the island and after over 20 years living solo, he is joined by a young "savage" who becomes his constant companion. The transformation from the young, lazy teen to a self-sustaining, incredibly knowledgeable adult is one of the major themes in the story. (Summary by: Allyson Hester)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/an-american-robinson-crusoe-by-samuel-b-allison/ |
american robinson crusoe short version original story indolent rebellious teen goes marine voyage parents wishes ship and crew lost storm robinson makes deserted island tools weapons lives 28 years island befriends many animals island 20 years living solo joined young savage becomes constant companion transformation young lazy teen self sustaining incredibly knowledgeable adult one major themes story summary by allyson hester p |
| 1666 |
1649 |
1935 |
Märchen 5 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts begannen die Brüder Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm, traditionelle, bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene Erzählungen zusammenzutragen. Diese Sammlung ist als die <em>Märchen der Gebrüder Grimm</em> weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt so berühmte Geschichten wie Rapunzel, Hänsel und Gretel, Rumpelstilzchen, Rotkäppchen und viele andere. <br />\n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-grimm-5/ |
p anfang des 19 jahrhunderts begannen die brüder jacob und wilhelm grimm traditionelle bisher vor allem mündlich weitergegebene erzählungen zusammenzutragen diese sammlung ist als die em märchen der gebrüder grimm em weltbekannt geworden und umfaßt berühmte geschichten wie rapunzel hänsel und gretel rumpelstilzchen rotkäppchen und viele andere br zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 1667 |
1643 |
1929 |
Miscellany of Men |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Gilbert Keith Chesterton was among the world's most prolific writers who incorporated relentless logic, wonderful humor, and a clear view of truth into an amazing tool for exposing the foolishness of the policies of the world around him through the device of paradox.<br/><br/>\n\nIt is always great fun, and certainly always a learning experience to read Chesterton. A Miscellany of Men may be his hardest work to define, as it deals with a huge array of issues, using "personal types" as illustration. It would only be bewildering, if there was not these common threads: First that these types still exist, and the same faulty reasoning applies to issues of our day, and second, that underlying all of this is a firm and reasoned defense of democracy in a sense very close to that of the American Founding Fathers. (Summary by Ray Clare)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-miscellany-of-men-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p gilbert keith chesterton among world s prolific writers incorporated relentless logic wonderful humor clear view truth amazing tool exposing foolishness policies world around device paradox br br always great fun certainly always learning experience read chesterton miscellany men may hardest work define deals huge array issues using personal types illustration would bewildering common threads first types still exist faulty reasoning applies issues day second underlying firm reasoned defense democracy sense close american founding fathers summary ray clare p |
| 1668 |
1644 |
1930 |
Pioneers, or The Sources of the Susquehanna |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The Pioneers: The Sources of the Susquehanna; a Descriptive Tale is one of the Leatherstocking Tales, a series of five novels by American writer James Fenimore Cooper. The Pioneers was first of these books to be published (1823), but the period of time covered by the book (principally 1793) makes it the fourth chronologically. (The others are The Deerslayer, The Last of the Mohicans, The Pathfinder, and The Prairie.)<br><BR>The story takes place on the rapidly advancing frontier of New York State and features a middle-aged Leatherstocking (Natty Bumppo), Judge Marmaduke Temple of Templeton, whose life parallels that of the author's father Judge William Cooper, and Elizabeth (the author Susan Cooper), of Cooperstown. The story begins with an argument between the Judge and the Leatherstocking over who killed a buck, and as Cooper reviews many of the changes to his fictional Lake Otsego, questions of environmental stewardship, conservation, and use prevail. The plot develops as the Leatherstocking and Chingachgook begin to compete with the Temples for the loyalties of a young visitor, Oliver Effingham. For all its strange twists and turns, 'The Pioneers' may be considered one of the first ecological novels in the United States. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\nDedicated Proof-Listeners: Annise, Mickey Reno |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/the-pioneers-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
p the pioneers sources susquehanna descriptive tale one leatherstocking tales series five novels american writer james fenimore cooper pioneers first books published 1823 period time covered book principally 1793 makes fourth chronologically the others deerslayer last mohicans pathfinder prairie br br the story takes place rapidly advancing frontier new york state features middle aged leatherstocking natty bumppo judge marmaduke temple templeton whose life parallels author s father judge william cooper elizabeth the author susan cooper cooperstown story begins argument judge leatherstocking killed buck cooper reviews many changes fictional lake otsego questions environmental stewardship conservation use prevail plot develops leatherstocking chingachgook begin compete temples loyalties young visitor oliver effingham strange twists turns the pioneers may considered one first ecological novels united states summary wikipedia p dedicated proof listeners annise mickey reno |
| 1669 |
1645 |
1931 |
Food of the Gods and How it Came to Earth |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
Two stuffy English scientists, always looking to further their scientific knowledge, create a substance called Herakleophorbia, which in its fourth incarnation – known as Herakleophorbia IV – has the special ability of making things increase greatly in size. As the scientists begin experimentation on some chicks, the substance is misused by some “country folk” who don’t take it seriously and soon Herakleophorbia IV is running rampant throughout England and then across the globe, creating giant plants and animals that wreak havoc on the land and then the people. Then the first giant babies are revealed and for the first time humanity has to contend with the existence of a new race of giant people. How humanity deals with this shocking new creation is revealed in The Food of the Gods and How it Came to Earth. (Summary by Alex C. Telander)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-food-of-the-gods-and-how-it-came-to-earth-by-h-g-wells/ |
two stuffy english scientists always looking scientific knowledge create substance called herakleophorbia fourth incarnation known herakleophorbia iv special ability making things increase greatly size scientists begin experimentation chicks substance misused country folk don t take seriously soon herakleophorbia iv running rampant throughout england across globe creating giant plants animals wreak havoc land people first giant babies revealed first time humanity contend existence new race giant people humanity deals shocking new creation revealed food gods came earth summary alex c telander p |
| 1670 |
1646 |
1932 |
History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great, Vol II |
John Bagnell Bury |
Antiquity |
<p>J.B. Bury wrote his “History of Greece” before World War I, but it is such a good overview of classical Greek history that the third edition was still being used as a college textbook in the late 1960′s. In the newer editions, a co-author rewrote the material dealing with the early centuries where there have been new archeological developments, but the later chapters and Bury’s framework were retained essentially unchanged. Bury writes in a lucid, easily understood style that entertains as it educates. The book covers artistic and literary development, as well as politics and war, and its field of view includes western Asia Minor, the Agean archipelago, and “Greater Greece” (Sicily and Southern Italy). (Summary by Karen Merline)</p>\n<p><a href="http://librivox.org/a-history-of-greece-to-the-death-of-alexander-the-great-vol-1-by-j-b-bury/">LibriVox Recording of A History of Greece to the Death of Alexander Vol I</a> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/hist-of-greece-to-death-of-alexander-vol2-by-j-b-bury/ |
p j b bury wrote history greece world war i good overview classical greek history third edition still used college textbook late 1960 s newer editions co author rewrote material dealing early centuries new archeological developments later chapters bury s framework retained essentially unchanged bury writes lucid easily understood style entertains educates book covers artistic literary development well politics war field view includes western asia minor agean archipelago greater greece sicily southern italy summary karen merline p p a href http librivox org a history of greece to the death of alexander the great vol 1 by j b bury librivox recording history greece death alexander vol i a |
| 1671 |
1647 |
1933 |
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds, Volume 1 |
Charles Mackay |
*Non-fiction, History |
The book chronicles and vilifies its targets in three parts: "National Delusions", "Peculiar Follies", and "Philosophical Delusions". <p>\n\nThe subjects of Mackay's debunking include alchemy, beards (influence of politics and religion on), witch-hunts, crusades and duels. Present day writers on economics, such as Andrew Tobias, laud the three chapters on economic bubbles. (summary from wikipedia)</p><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/extraordinary-popular-delusions-vol-2-by-charles-mackay/">Link to Volume 2</a> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-extraordinary-popular-delusions-and-the-madness-of-crowds-volume-i-by-charles-mackay/ |
book chronicles vilifies targets three parts national delusions peculiar follies philosophical delusions p subjects mackay s debunking include alchemy beards influence politics religion on witch hunts crusades duels present day writers economics andrew tobias laud three chapters economic bubbles summary wikipedia p br a href https librivox org extraordinary popular delusions vol 2 by charles mackay link volume 2 a |
| 1672 |
2066 |
2385 |
When Mother Lets Us Cook |
Constance Johnson |
Reference, Crafts & Hobbies |
<p>A book of simple receipts for little folk with important cooking rules in rhyme together with handy lists of the materials and utensils needed for the preparation of each dish. (Summary from the text)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/when-mother-lets-us-cook-by-constance-johnson/ |
p a book simple receipts little folk important cooking rules rhyme together handy lists materials utensils needed preparation dish summary text p |
| 1673 |
1650 |
1936 |
Emma (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Emma is a comic novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1816, about the perils of misconstrued romance. The main character, Emma Woodhouse, is described in the opening paragraph as "handsome, clever, and rich" but is also rather spoiled. Prior to starting the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no-one but myself will much like." (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/emma-by-jane-austen/ |
emma comic novel jane austen first published 1816 perils misconstrued romance main character emma woodhouse described opening paragraph handsome clever rich also rather spoiled prior starting novel austen wrote i going take heroine no one much like summary wikipedia p |
| 1674 |
1651 |
1937 |
Cranford |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction |
Cranford is the best-known novel of the 19th century English writer Elizabeth Gaskell. It was first published in 1851 as a serial in the magazine Household Words, which was edited by Charles Dickens.</p>\n\nThe fictional town of Cranford is closely modelled on Knutsford in Cheshire, which Mrs Gaskell knew well. The book has little in the way of plot and is more a series of episodes in the lives of Mary Smith and her friends, Miss Matty and Miss Deborah, two spinster sisters. The "major" event in the story is the return to Cranford of their long-lost brother, Peter, which in itself is only a minor portion of the work... (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/cranford-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
cranford best known novel 19th century english writer elizabeth gaskell first published 1851 serial magazine household words edited charles dickens p fictional town cranford closely modelled knutsford cheshire mrs gaskell knew well book little way plot series episodes lives mary smith friends miss matty miss deborah two spinster sisters major event story return cranford long lost brother peter minor portion work summary wikipedia p |
| 1675 |
1652 |
1938 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 03 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; book 3 begins with the fortune of the family of Brian Boru and continues through the rise of the O'Conors to the political, economic, and religious condition of the island prior to the English invasion. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-3-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 3 begins fortune family brian boru continues rise o conors political economic religious condition island prior english invasion summary sibella denton p |
| 1676 |
1653 |
1939 |
Decameron |
Giovanni Boccaccio |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>The Decameron (subtitle: Prencipe Galeotto) is a collection of 100 novellas by Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio, probably begun in 1350 and finished in 1353. It is a medieval allegorical work best known for its bawdy tales of love, appearing in all its possibilities from the erotic to the tragic. Many notable writers such as Shakespeare and Chaucer are said to have borrowed from The Decameron. (from Wikipedia)</b></p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-decameron-by-giovanni-boccaccio/ |
p the decameron subtitle prencipe galeotto collection 100 novellas italian author giovanni boccaccio probably begun 1350 finished 1353 medieval allegorical work best known bawdy tales love appearing possibilities erotic tragic many notable writers shakespeare chaucer said borrowed decameron from wikipedia b p |
| 1677 |
1654 |
1940 |
Subjection of Women |
John Stuart Mill |
Modern |
<p><em>The Subjection of Women</em> is the title of an essay written by John Stuart Mill in 1869, possibly jointly with his wife Harriet Taylor Mill, stating an argument in favor of equality between the sexes. It offers both detailed argumentation and passionate eloquence in opposition to the social and legal inequalities commonly imposed upon women by a patriarchal culture. Just as in "On Liberty," Mill defends the emancipation of women on utilitarian grounds, convinced that the moral and intellectual advancement of women would result in greater happiness for everybody.\n<br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</br></p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-subjection-of-women-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
p em the subjection women em title essay written john stuart mill 1869 possibly jointly wife harriet taylor mill stating argument favor equality sexes offers detailed argumentation passionate eloquence opposition social legal inequalities commonly imposed upon women patriarchal culture on liberty mill defends emancipation women utilitarian grounds convinced moral intellectual advancement women would result greater happiness everybody br summary wikipedia br p |
| 1678 |
1655 |
1941 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 025 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 025: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-025/ |
p librivox s short story collection 025 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1679 |
1656 |
1942 |
Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court is an 1889 novel by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. The work is a very early example of time travel in literature, anticipating by six years H. G. Wells' The Time Machine of 1895 (however, unlike Wells, Twain does not give any real explanation of his protagonist's traveling in time). Some early editions are entitled A Yankee at the Court of King Arthur. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/a-connecticut-yankee-in-king-arthurs-court-by-mark-twain-2/ |
connecticut yankee king arthur s court 1889 novel american humorist writer mark twain work early example time travel literature anticipating six years h g wells time machine 1895 however unlike wells twain give real explanation protagonist s traveling time early editions entitled yankee court king arthur summary wikipedia p |
| 1680 |
1657 |
1943 |
Apologie de Socrate |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
<p>« Je ne sais, Athéniens, quelle impression mes accusateurs ont faite sur vous. Pour moi, en les entendant, peu s’en est fallu que je ne me méconnusse moi-même, tant ils ont parlé d’une manière persuasive ; et cependant, à parler franchement, [...] ils n’ont pas dit un mot qui soit véritable ; et de ma bouche vous entendrez la vérité toute entière, ... » <br/>(de « L'apologie de Socrate »)</p>\n<p>How you have felt, O men of Athens, at hearing the speeches of my accusers, I cannot tell; but I know that their persuasive words almost made me forget who I was - such was the effect of them; and yet [...] they have hardly uttered a word, or not more than a word, of truth; but you shall hear from me the whole truth...<br/> (from "Socrates' Defense" on Wikipedia)</p>\n<p><small>An English version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-apology-of-socrates-by-plato/">The Apology of Socrates</a>.</small><br />\n<small>A German version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/des-sokrates-verteidigung-by-plato/">Des Sokrates Verteidigung</a>.</small></p>\n |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/lapologie-de-socrate-par-platon/ |
p je ne sais athéniens quelle impression mes accusateurs ont faite sur vous pour moi en les entendant peu s en est fallu que je ne méconnusse moi même tant ils ont parlé d une manière persuasive et cependant à parler franchement ils n ont pas dit un mot qui soit véritable et de bouche vous entendrez la vérité toute entière br de l apologie de socrate p p how felt men athens hearing speeches accusers cannot tell know persuasive words almost made forget effect them yet hardly uttered word word truth shall hear whole truth br from socrates defense wikipedia p p small an english version available a href http librivox org the apology of socrates by plato the apology socrates a small br small a german version available a href http librivox org des sokrates verteidigung by plato des sokrates verteidigung a small p |
| 1681 |
7282 |
7884 |
Princesses |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
As Shirley Temple once famously cried (quoting Frances H Burnett), 'Every girl is a princess!', so here are 15 public domain princess stories of the group's own choosing to prove it. (Summary by BellonaTimes) <p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/princesses-by-various/ |
shirley temple famously cried quoting frances h burnett every girl princess 15 public domain princess stories group s choosing prove it summary bellonatimes p |
| 1682 |
1658 |
1944 |
Film Mystery |
Arthur B. Reeve |
Detective Fiction |
The Film Mystery is one of eighteen detective novels by Arthur B. Reeve starring his best known character Professor Craig Kennedy and his trusty sidekick Walter Jameson, a newspaper reporter. The pair bears an unmistakable resemblance to the more famous British master sleuth and his doctor friend. The setting of this mystery is the early days of movie making, and the murder victim is Stella Lamar, “the beautiful idol of the screen, beloved of millions”, who collapses and dies during the filming of a scene for her latest movie. (Summary by Maire Rhode)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-film-mystery-by-arthur-b-reeve/ |
film mystery one eighteen detective novels arthur b reeve starring best known character professor craig kennedy trusty sidekick walter jameson newspaper reporter pair bears unmistakable resemblance famous british master sleuth doctor friend setting mystery early days movie making murder victim stella lamar the beautiful idol screen beloved millions collapses dies filming scene latest movie summary maire rhode p |
| 1683 |
1659 |
1945 |
Buccaneers and Pirates of Our Coasts (version 2) |
Frank R. Stockton |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Buccaneers and Pirates of our Coasts is a non-fiction, rolicking story of the origins of piracy and of the famous pirates of the coasts of the United States. The stories don't cast pirates in the glowing light of modern day renditions - in Stockton's stories, pirates are bad guys! - but the dramatic style makes them good fun to read, anyway! (Summary by Sibella Denton)<p>\n |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/buccaneers-and-pirates-of-our-coasts-by-frank-r-stockton-version-2/ |
buccaneers pirates coasts non fiction rolicking story origins piracy famous pirates coasts united states stories cast pirates glowing light modern day renditions stockton s stories pirates bad guys dramatic style makes good fun read anyway summary sibella denton p |
| 1684 |
1660 |
1946 |
Angelina |
Rafael Delgado |
General Fiction, Romance |
Habiendo terminado sus estudios secundarios, regresa Rodolfo a su ciudad natal, Villaverde, a encontrarse con la noticia que sus queridas tías se han empobrecido para proveerle esa educación. Las pobres ancianas, una enferma, han tenido solo a la dulce Angelina cuidándolas. De vuelta en la casa de su niñez, Rodolfo empieza a sentir cariño por la joven que ha cuidado tan bien a las ancianas que lo criaron. (Resumen por Karen Savage)<p>Having finished his secondary education, Rodolfo returns to his native city, Villaverde, to discover that his beloved aunts have impoverished themselves to provide him with that education. The poor ladies, one of them ill, have had only sweet Angelina to help them. Back in his childhood home, Rodolfo begins to feel affection for this young woman who has taken such good care of the women who raised him. (Summary by Karen Savage)<p> |
Spanish |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/angelina-por-rafael-delgado/ |
habiendo terminado sus estudios secundarios regresa rodolfo su ciudad natal villaverde encontrarse con la noticia que sus queridas tías se han empobrecido para proveerle esa educación las pobres ancianas una enferma han tenido solo la dulce angelina cuidándolas de vuelta en la casa de su niñez rodolfo empieza sentir cariño por la joven que ha cuidado tan bien las ancianas que lo criaron resumen por karen savage p having finished secondary education rodolfo returns native city villaverde discover beloved aunts impoverished provide education poor ladies one ill sweet angelina help them back childhood home rodolfo begins feel affection young woman taken good care women raised him summary karen savage p |
| 1685 |
1661 |
1947 |
Vaihdokas |
Juho Reijonen |
General Fiction |
Vaihdokas on tarina yhden pojan, Jerikon, kasvamisesta aikuiseksi 1800-luvun Suomessa, eräässä itäisessä kirkonkylässä. Hänen elämansä alkaa äärettomässä köyhyydessä, taikauskoisten kyläläisten syrjimänä. He uskovat etta Saatana otti vastasyntyneen ja jätti Jerikon tilalle, koska vauvalla ei ollut ristin merkkiä päällään syntymän ja ristimisen välisenä aikana. Jeriko menettää äitinsä, ainoan joka häntä rakastaa, jo nuorena lapsena. Han etsii omaa arvoansa luonnosta ja musiikista. (Summary by Maire Rhode)</p> |
Finnish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/vaihdokas-by-juho-reijonen/ |
vaihdokas tarina yhden pojan jerikon kasvamisesta aikuiseksi 1800 luvun suomessa eräässä itäisessä kirkonkylässä hänen elämansä alkaa äärettomässä köyhyydessä taikauskoisten kyläläisten syrjimänä uskovat etta saatana otti vastasyntyneen ja jätti jerikon tilalle koska vauvalla ei ollut ristin merkkiä päällään syntymän ja ristimisen välisenä aikana jeriko menettää äitinsä ainoan joka häntä rakastaa jo nuorena lapsena han etsii omaa arvoansa luonnosta ja musiikista summary maire rhode p |
| 1686 |
1662 |
1948 |
Blackfeet Indian Stories |
George Bird Grinnell |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Blackfeet were hunters, travelling from place to place on foot. They used implements of stone, wood, or bone, wore clothing made of skins, and lived in tents covered by hides. Dogs, their only tame animals, were used as beasts of burden to carry small packs and drag light loads. \n\nThe stories here told come down to us from very ancient times. Grandfathers have told them to their grandchildren, and these again to their grandchildren, and so from mouth to mouth, through many generations, they have reached our time.<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/blackfeet-indian-stories-by-george-b-grinnell/ |
blackfeet hunters travelling place place foot used implements stone wood bone wore clothing made skins lived tents covered hides dogs tame animals used beasts burden carry small packs drag light loads stories told come us ancient times grandfathers told grandchildren grandchildren mouth mouth many generations reached time p |
| 1687 |
1663 |
1949 |
Temperance Gems |
William Topaz McGonagall |
Poetry |
<p><i>Good people all, of every degree,<br />I pray, ye all be warned by me:<br />I advise ye all to pause and think,<br />And never more to taste strong drink.</p>\n<p>Some people do say it is good when taken in moderation,<br />But, when taken to excess, it leads to tribulation,<br />Also to starvation and loss of reputation,<br />Likewise your eternal soul’s damnation.</i></p>\n<p>McGonagall has been widely acclaimed as the worst poet in British history. He campaigned vigorously against excessive drinking, appearing in pubs and bars to give edifying poems and speeches. These were very popular, the people of Dundee possibly recognising that McGonagall was “so giftedly bad he backed unwittingly into genius”. Six of those poems are recited here.</p>\n<p>(Summary collated from McGonagall’s verse and Wikipedia by Cori Samuel.)</p>\n</blockquote> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/temperance-gems-by-william-mcgonagall/ |
p i good people all every degree br i pray ye warned me br i advise ye pause think br and never taste strong drink p p some people say good taken moderation br but taken excess leads tribulation br also starvation loss reputation br likewise eternal soul s damnation i p p mcgonagall widely acclaimed worst poet british history campaigned vigorously excessive drinking appearing pubs bars give edifying poems speeches popular people dundee possibly recognising mcgonagall so giftedly bad backed unwittingly genius six poems recited here p p summary collated mcgonagall s verse wikipedia cori samuel p blockquote |
| 1688 |
1664 |
1950 |
Little Dorrit |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Satire |
<br />Born in the Marshalsea Prison for Debtors, Amy—Little Dorrit—the daughter of the ruined, but self-respectful William Dorrit, has put her entire heart in caring for her dear father, until one day her humble path is crossed by Arthur Clennam. Their meeting proves providential not only for Amy's life, but for the whole Dorrit family, whose new rise will, in many ways, be also their fall. As in all his novels, in <em>Little Dorrit</em> Dickens ushers us into a fascinating and startlingly rich world of human characters and destinies, where virtue and nobility cross swords with vice and villainy, where strength and weakness intertwine with prejudice and magnanimity and where the author's inspired pen wields a compelling and unforgettable power over the readers. (Summary by Ellis Christoff)<br /><br /> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/little-dorrit-by-charles-dickens/ |
br born marshalsea prison debtors amy little dorrit the daughter ruined self respectful william dorrit put entire heart caring dear father one day humble path crossed arthur clennam meeting proves providential amy s life whole dorrit family whose new rise will many ways also fall novels em little dorrit em dickens ushers us fascinating startlingly rich world human characters destinies virtue nobility cross swords vice villainy strength weakness intertwine prejudice magnanimity author s inspired pen wields compelling unforgettable power readers summary ellis christoff br br |
| 1689 |
1665 |
1951 |
Diary of a U-boat Commander |
Stephen King-Hall |
War & Military Fiction |
<p>Captain Karl von Schenk of the Kaiser's Navy is a stereotypical German nobleman - supremely self-confident, touchy about the divisions of class and any infringement on his place. He thinks he is handsome, has a suitably manly physique, an excellent singing voice, and a facility with writing. His wartime service related in his diary is a series of triumphs over harrowing circumstances, bringing his boat back in spite of the best efforts of the Royal Navy to stop him.<p></p>His one vulnerability is a young lady he meets on leave in Bruges, Belgium. Although she is the trophy girlfriend of a German colonel who could cause him much harm if he were to find out, von Schenk pursues his Zoe with Teutonic straightforwardness. And both he and the reader are entirely blind-sided by the unexpected thunderclap that puts an end to the sweet affair.<p></p>Stephen King-Hall, a Royal Navy officer during the war and writing as "Etienne", penned this book as if he had simply discovered it on a surrendered submarine. In fact, some editions of the book list the author as "anonymous." King-Hall's knowlege of naval affairs lend authority to this yarn of men that go to the sea in ships that sink... on purpose. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/diary-of-a-u-boat-commander-by-sir-stephen-king-hall/ |
p captain karl von schenk kaiser s navy stereotypical german nobleman supremely self confident touchy divisions class infringement place thinks handsome suitably manly physique excellent singing voice facility writing wartime service related diary series triumphs harrowing circumstances bringing boat back spite best efforts royal navy stop him p p his one vulnerability young lady meets leave bruges belgium although trophy girlfriend german colonel could cause much harm find out von schenk pursues zoe teutonic straightforwardness reader entirely blind sided unexpected thunderclap puts end sweet affair p p stephen king hall royal navy officer war writing etienne penned book simply discovered surrendered submarine fact editions book list author anonymous king hall s knowlege naval affairs lend authority yarn men go sea ships sink purpose summary mark f smith p |
| 1690 |
1666 |
1952 |
聊斋志异 (Liaozhai Zhiyi) |
Songling Pu |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>《聊斋志异》,清代短篇小说集,是蒲松龄的代表作,在他40岁左右时基本完成,此后不断有所增补和修改。“聊斋”是他的书屋名称,“志”是记述的意思, “异”指奇异的故事。全书有短篇小说491篇,内容十分广泛,多谈狐、魔、花、妖,以此来概括当时的社会关系,反映了17世纪中国的社会面貌。书中写的是一个花妖鬼狐的世界,既有对如漆墨黑的社会现实的不满,又有对怀才不遇、仕途难攀的不平;既有对贪宫污吏狼狈为奸的鞭笞,又有对勇于反抗,敢于复仇的平民的称赞;而数量最多、质量上乘、写得最美最动人的是那些人与狐妖、人与鬼神以及人与人之间的纯真爱情的篇章。 (来自百度百科) </p><p>(Summary from Baike.baidu.com)</p> |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/liaozhai-zhiyi-by-pu-songling-0906/ |
p 聊斋志异 清代短篇小说集 是蒲松龄的代表作 在他40岁左右时基本完成 此后不断有所增补和修改 聊斋 是他的书屋名称 志 是记述的意思 异 指奇异的故事 全书有短篇小说491篇 内容十分广泛 多谈狐 魔 花 妖 以此来概括当时的社会关系 反映了17世纪中国的社会面貌 书中写的是一个花妖鬼狐的世界 既有对如漆墨黑的社会现实的不满 又有对怀才不遇 仕途难攀的不平 既有对贪宫污吏狼狈为奸的鞭笞 又有对勇于反抗 敢于复仇的平民的称赞 而数量最多 质量上乘 写得最美最动人的是那些人与狐妖 人与鬼神以及人与人之间的纯真爱情的篇章 来自百度百科 p p summary baike baidu com p |
| 1691 |
1667 |
1953 |
Famous Men of Greece |
John Henry Haaren |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Famous Men of Greece is a series of biographical sketches written for the purpose of making the study of history lively and interesting by giving insight into the men who lived during this time. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/famous-men-of-greece-by-john-h-haaren-and-ab-poland/ |
p famous men greece series biographical sketches written purpose making study history lively interesting giving insight men lived time summary laura caldwell p |
| 1692 |
1668 |
1954 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 5 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.\n<p>\nLas clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. </p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/las-fabulas-de-esopo-vol-05/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish p las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español p |
| 1693 |
1669 |
1955 |
Face on the Barroom Floor |
Hugh Antoine d'Arcy |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 different recordings of <em>The Face on the Barroom Floor</em> by Hugh Antoine D'Arcy.<br /><br /> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-face-on-the-barroom-floor-by-hugh-antoine-darcy/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 8 different recordings em the face barroom floor em hugh antoine d arcy br br |
| 1694 |
1670 |
1956 |
When Stars Are in the Quiet Skies |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 different recordings of <em>When Stars Are in the Quiet Sky</em> by Edward Bulwer-Lytton. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 16th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/when-stars-are-in-the-quiet-skies-by-edward-bulwer-lytton/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 different recordings em when stars quiet sky em edward bulwer lytton weekly poetry project week march 16th 2008 br br |
| 1695 |
1671 |
1957 |
Bible (WNT) NT 01: Matthew |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
<p>Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited "The Resultant Greek Text", after which he based his "New Testament in Modern Speech", which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading. <br/>(Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/matthew-from-weymouth-new-testament/ |
p richard francis weymouth born october 26 1822 near plymouth dock known devonport near plymouth devonshire england dr weymouth bible scholar philologist a student origins language well layman english baptist denomination edited the resultant greek text based new testament modern speech published posthumously 1903 passed away december 27 1902 essex work known simpler language use private reading br summary mark penfold p |
| 1696 |
1672 |
1958 |
Book of Art for Young People |
Agnes Ethel Conway |
Arts |
<p>This is a charming book on Art History for children (and everyone else). Each chapter focuses on a great painting, reproduced in color in the original text. The authors explain the story behind the paintings, as well as the life, times, and techniques of the artists.</p><p>You may find downloadable versions of all sixteen paintings at <a href="http://www.archive.org/details/Book_of_Art_Illustrations_lv">http://www.archive.org/details/Book_of_Art_Illustrations_lv</a>, and you can easily do a google search for the other artworks mentioned in the book. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-art-for-young-people-by-agnes-ethel-conway-and-sir-martin-conway/ |
p this charming book art history children and everyone else chapter focuses great painting reproduced color original text authors explain story behind paintings well life times techniques artists p p you may find downloadable versions sixteen paintings a href http www archive org details book_of_art_illustrations_lv http www archive org details book_of_art_illustrations_lv a easily google search artworks mentioned book summary kara p |
| 1697 |
1673 |
1959 |
Father and Son |
Edmund Gosse |
Memoirs |
Father and Son (1907) is a memoir by poet and critic Edmund Gosse, which he subtitled "a study of two temperaments." The book describes Edmund's early years in an exceptionally devout Plymouth Brethren home. His mother, who dies early and painfully of breast cancer, is a writer of Christian tracts. His father, Philip Henry Gosse, is an influential, though largely self-taught, invertebrate zoologist and student of marine biology who, after his wife's death, takes Edmund to live in Devon. The book focuses on the father's response to the new evolutionary theories, especially those of his scientific colleague Charles Darwin, and Edmund's gradual rejection of both his father and his father's fundamentalist religion.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/father-and-son-by-edmund-gosse/ |
father son 1907 memoir poet critic edmund gosse subtitled a study two temperaments book describes edmund s early years exceptionally devout plymouth brethren home mother dies early painfully breast cancer writer christian tracts father philip henry gosse influential though largely self taught invertebrate zoologist student marine biology who wife s death takes edmund live devon book focuses father s response new evolutionary theories especially scientific colleague charles darwin edmund s gradual rejection father father s fundamentalist religion p |
| 1698 |
1674 |
1961 |
Tom Brown's School Days |
Thomas Hughes |
School |
Tom Brown's Schooldays is a novel by Thomas Hughes first published in 1857. The story is set at Rugby School, a public school for boys, in the 1830s. Hughes attended Rugby School from 1834 to 1842. <br><br>\n\nThe novel was originally published as being "by an Old Boy of Rugby", and much of it is based on the author's experiences. Tom Brown is largely based on the author's brother, George Hughes; and George Arthur, another of the book's main characters, is based on Arthur Penrhyn Stanley. The fictional Tom's life also resembles the author's in that the culminating event of his school career was a cricket match. <br><br>\n\nTom Brown was tremendously influential on the genre of British school novels, which began in the 19th century, and is one of the few still in print. A sequel, Tom Brown at Oxford, was published in 1861 but is not as well known. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/tom-browns-school-days-by-thomas-hughes/ |
tom brown s schooldays novel thomas hughes first published 1857 story set rugby school public school boys 1830s hughes attended rugby school 1834 1842 br br novel originally published by old boy rugby much based author s experiences tom brown largely based author s brother george hughes george arthur another book s main characters based arthur penrhyn stanley fictional tom s life also resembles author s culminating event school career cricket match br br tom brown tremendously influential genre british school novels began 19th century one still print sequel tom brown oxford published 1861 well known summary wikipedia p |
| 1699 |
1675 |
1962 |
Tess of the d'Urbervilles |
Thomas Hardy |
Literary Fiction |
One of the greatest English tragic novels, TESS OF THE D’URBERVILLES (1891) is the story of a “pure woman” who is victimized both by conventional morality and its antithesis. Born near Dorchester, Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) set most of his stories in the region between Berkshire and Dorset in the fictional county of Wessex. He was a controversial writer whose work often showed the result of flouting the rigid Victorian moral code — his novel JUDE THE OBSCURE was (allegedly) burned by the Bishop of Wakefield for its shocking content. Hardy was an unflinching observer and in TESS has left us some unforgettable vignettes of rural life in late 19th-century England: the slow death of a flock of wounded pheasants, the monotony of field labour under an iron gray sky, and the itinerant farm worker’s seasonal round. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tess-of-the-durbervilles/ |
one greatest english tragic novels tess d urbervilles 1891 story pure woman victimized conventional morality antithesis born near dorchester thomas hardy 1840 1928 set stories region berkshire dorset fictional county wessex controversial writer whose work often showed result flouting rigid victorian moral code novel jude obscure allegedly burned bishop wakefield shocking content hardy unflinching observer tess left us unforgettable vignettes rural life late 19th century england slow death flock wounded pheasants monotony field labour iron gray sky itinerant farm worker s seasonal round summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1700 |
1689 |
1978 |
Eothen, or Impressions of Travel brought Home from the East |
Alexander William Kinglake |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
A classic of victorian travel writing, Kinglake’s book describes his journey through the Ottoman empire to Cairo, and his residence there in time of plague. [Summary by hefyd] </p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/eothen-or-impressions-of-travel-brought-home-from-the-east-by-alexander-kinglake/ |
classic victorian travel writing kinglake s book describes journey ottoman empire cairo residence time plague summary hefyd p |
| 1701 |
1676 |
1963 |
Gawayne and the Green Knight, version 2 |
The Gawain Poet |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Published in 1903, Gawayne and the Green Knight is a modern-language retelling of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, a 14th-century verse romance following a young knight of the Round Table. During Christmas celebrations, a mysterious, entirely green knight presents a challenge to King Arthur's court: that any may strike the stranger a single blow with his green axe, provided he assent to receiving the same a year later. Gawayne accepts the challenge, and its unexpected outcome leads to a great test of his courage and knighthood. A significant addition to this version is the Lady Elfinhart, whose back-story and romance with Gawayne are tightly interwoven with the plot. (Summary by Jerome Lawsen)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/gawayne-and-the-green-knight-by-charlton-miner-lewis-2/ |
p published 1903 gawayne green knight modern language retelling sir gawain green knight 14th century verse romance following young knight round table christmas celebrations mysterious entirely green knight presents challenge king arthur s court may strike stranger single blow green axe provided assent receiving year later gawayne accepts challenge unexpected outcome leads great test courage knighthood significant addition version lady elfinhart whose back story romance gawayne tightly interwoven plot summary jerome lawsen p |
| 1702 |
1677 |
1965 |
Theodore Roosevelt: an Autobiography |
Theodore Roosevelt |
Biography & Autobiography, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
<p>In his vital, illustrative and dynamic autobiography, Theodore Roosevelt let us into the life that formed one of the greatest and outspoken presidents in American history. Not only are we privy to the formation of his political ideals, but also to his love of the frontier and the great outdoors. (Summary from Bartleby.com)</p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/t-roosevelt-autobiography/ |
p in vital illustrative dynamic autobiography theodore roosevelt let us life formed one greatest outspoken presidents american history privy formation political ideals also love frontier great outdoors summary bartleby com p |
| 1703 |
1678 |
1966 |
Moral Equivalent of War |
William James |
Psychology, Modern |
<p>The Moral Equivalent of War, the last public utterance of William James, is significant as expressing the opinions of a practical psychologist on a question of growing popular interest. For the past fifteen years the movement for promoting international peace has been enlisting the support of organizations and individuals the world over. That this is a question on which much may be said for the opposition, James, though a pacificist, admits with his usual fair-mindedness, pointing out that militarism is the sole nourisher of certain human virtues that the world cannot let die, and that until the peace party devises some substitute, some moral equivalent, for the disciplinary value of war, their utopian goal is neither desirable nor possible. His own solution is advanced not as a practical measure, but merely as an illustration to show that the world is full of opportunities for the peaceful development and continuation of the martial qualities of human life.\n<BR><BR>\nThis essay was written for general dissemination as a publication of the American Association for International Conciliation, February, 1910. As it not only presents a peace program but defines as well the most familiar arguments of the war party, no militarist article has been included, although it may be mentioned that a suggestive apology for war is to be found among De Quincey's Essays and also in Ruskin's Crown of Wild Olive. Additional documents on conciliation, approaching the question from innumerable points of view, are published by the Association mentioned above.<BR>\n(Summary by Harrison Ross Steeves and Frank Humphrey Ristine, editors.)</p>\nEdited and with an introduction by Harrison Ross Steeves (1881-1981) and Frank Humphrey Ristine (1884-1958)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-moral-equivalent-of-war-by-william-james/ |
p the moral equivalent war last public utterance william james significant expressing opinions practical psychologist question growing popular interest past fifteen years movement promoting international peace enlisting support organizations individuals world over question much may said opposition james though pacificist admits usual fair mindedness pointing militarism sole nourisher certain human virtues world cannot let die peace party devises substitute moral equivalent disciplinary value war utopian goal neither desirable possible solution advanced practical measure merely illustration show world full opportunities peaceful development continuation martial qualities human life br br essay written general dissemination publication american association international conciliation february 1910 presents peace program defines well familiar arguments war party militarist article included although may mentioned suggestive apology war found among de quincey s essays also ruskin s crown wild olive additional documents conciliation approaching question innumerable points view published association mentioned above br summary harrison ross steeves frank humphrey ristine editors p edited introduction harrison ross steeves 1881 1981 frank humphrey ristine 1884 1958 p |
| 1704 |
1679 |
1967 |
Ruth of Boston: A Story of the Massachusetts Bay Colony |
James Otis |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
James Otis wrote a series of books depicting life in the new colonies, written from a child's point of view. Ruth of Boston is the story of 12 year old Ruth, coming from London to live in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. It gives accounts of what a girl's daily life might have been like during the beginnings of this colony. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-of-boston-by-james-otis/ |
james otis wrote series books depicting life new colonies written child s point view ruth boston story 12 year old ruth coming london live massachusetts bay colony gives accounts girl s daily life might like beginnings colony summary laura caldwell p |
| 1705 |
1680 |
1968 |
As a Man Thinketh |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Allen's books illustrate the use of the power of thought to increase personal capabilities. Although he never achieved great fame or wealth, his works continue to influence people around the world, including the New Thought movement.<br><br> Allen's most famous book, As a Man Thinketh, was published in 1902. It is now considered a classic self-help book. Its underlying premise is that noble thoughts make a noble person, while lowly thoughts make a miserable person. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/as-a-man-thinketh-by-james-allen/ |
p allen s books illustrate use power thought increase personal capabilities although never achieved great fame wealth works continue influence people around world including new thought movement br br allen s famous book man thinketh published 1902 considered classic self help book underlying premise noble thoughts make noble person lowly thoughts make miserable person summary wikipedia p |
| 1706 |
1681 |
1969 |
Undine |
Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction, Romance |
<br /><em>Undine</em> is a novel by Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué concerning Undine, a water spirit who marries a Knight named Huldbrand in order to gain a soul. It is an early German romance, which has been translated into English and other languages. The novel served as inspiration for two operas in the romantic style by Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann and Albert Lortzing, respectively, and two ballets: the nineteenth century <em>Ondine</em> and the twentieth century <em>Undine</em>. An edition of the book was illustrated by Arthur Rackham. In <em>The Fantastic Imagination</em>, George MacDonald writes, "Were I asked, what is a fairytale? I should reply, Read Undine: that is a fairytale ... of all fairytales I know, I think Undine the most beautiful." (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/undine-by-friedrich-de-la-motte-fouque/ |
br em undine em novel friedrich de la motte fouqué concerning undine water spirit marries knight named huldbrand order gain soul early german romance translated english languages novel served inspiration two operas romantic style ernst theodor amadeus hoffmann albert lortzing respectively two ballets nineteenth century em ondine em twentieth century em undine em edition book illustrated arthur rackham em the fantastic imagination em george macdonald writes were asked fairytale reply read undine fairytale fairytales know think undine beautiful summary wikipedia br br |
| 1707 |
1690 |
1979 |
Four-Pools Mystery |
Jean Webster |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
In The Four Pools Mystery the tyrannical plantation owner is deemed responsible for his own murder because of his mistreatment of the former slaves who continued in his employment after the war.\n<br>\nJean Webster (pseudonym for Alice Jane Chandler Webster) was born July 24, 1876 and died June 11, 1916. She was an American writer and author of many books including Daddy-Long-Legs and Dear Enemy. (Wiki)</p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-pools-mystery-by-jean-webster/ |
four pools mystery tyrannical plantation owner deemed responsible murder mistreatment former slaves continued employment war br jean webster pseudonym alice jane chandler webster born july 24 1876 died june 11 1916 american writer author many books including daddy long legs dear enemy wiki p |
| 1708 |
1682 |
1970 |
Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio (selections from Volume 1) |
Songling Pu |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<P>"Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" or "Strange Tales of Liaozhai") is a collection of nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the early Qing Dynasty. It was written in Classical Chinese rather than Vernacular Chinese. Pu is believed to have completed the majority of the tales sometime in 1679, though he could have added entries as late as 1707. He borrows from a folk tradition of oral storytelling to put to paper a series of captivating, colorful stories, where the boundary between reality and the odd or fantastic is blurred. The cast of characters includes vixen spirits, ghosts, scholars, court officials, Taoist exorcists and beasts. Moral purposes are often inverted between humans and the supposedly degenerate ghosts or spirits, resulting in a satirical edge to some of the stories. Ghosts and spirits are often bold and trustworthy, while humans are on the other hand weak, indecisive and easily manipulated, reflecting the author's own disillusionment with his society. (Summary from Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/strange-stories-from-a-chinese-studio-selection-volume-1-by-pu-songling/ |
p strange tales chinese studio strange tales liaozhai collection nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written pu songling early qing dynasty written classical chinese rather vernacular chinese pu believed completed majority tales sometime 1679 though could added entries late 1707 borrows folk tradition oral storytelling put paper series captivating colorful stories boundary reality odd fantastic blurred cast characters includes vixen spirits ghosts scholars court officials taoist exorcists beasts moral purposes often inverted humans supposedly degenerate ghosts spirits resulting satirical edge stories ghosts spirits often bold trustworthy humans hand weak indecisive easily manipulated reflecting author s disillusionment society summary wikipedia p |
| 1709 |
1683 |
1972 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 1 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
Clarissa Harlowe, the tragic heroine of Clarissa, is a beautiful and virtuous young lady whose family has become very wealthy only in recent years and is now eager to become part of the aristocracy by acquiring estates and titles through advantageous pairings. Clarissa's relatives attempt to force her to marry a rich but heartless man (Roger Solmes) against her will and, more importantly, against her own sense of virtue. Desperate to remain free, she is tricked by a young gentleman of her acquaintance, Lovelace, into escaping with him. However, she refuses to marry him, longing — unusual for a girl in her time — to live by herself in peace. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-vol-1-by-samuel-richardson/ |
clarissa harlowe tragic heroine clarissa beautiful virtuous young lady whose family become wealthy recent years eager become part aristocracy acquiring estates titles advantageous pairings clarissa s relatives attempt force marry rich heartless man roger solmes and importantly sense virtue desperate remain free tricked young gentleman acquaintance lovelace escaping him however refuses marry him longing unusual girl time live peace summary wikipedia p |
| 1710 |
1684 |
1973 |
War and Peace, Book 07: 1810-1811 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-07-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1711 |
1685 |
1974 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 001 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br />\n"Märchen vom Fischer und dem Fischlein" übersetzt von Friedrich Fiedler (1859-1917)<br>"Eine teure Liebesnacht" übersetzt von B. Rüttenauer</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-001-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br märchen vom fischer und dem fischlein übersetzt von friedrich fiedler 1859 1917 br eine teure liebesnacht übersetzt von b rüttenauer p |
| 1712 |
1686 |
1975 |
John Barleycorn or Alcoholic Memoirs |
Jack London |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Jack London died at the age of forty. In this autobiographical work, London describes his life as seen through the eyes of John Barleycorn (alcohol). There is much controversy about the cause of his death just as there is about alcoholism and addiction. London's brutally frank and honest analysis of his own struggles and bouts with alcohol was way before its time and more modern theories of addiction. With remarkable candor and insight, London describes the demons and gods he encountered through both friend and enemy, John Barleycorn. (Summary by Peter Kelleher)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/john-barleycorn-or-alcoholic-memoirs-by-jack-london/ |
jack london died age forty autobiographical work london describes life seen eyes john barleycorn alcohol much controversy cause death alcoholism addiction london s brutally frank honest analysis struggles bouts alcohol way time modern theories addiction remarkable candor insight london describes demons gods encountered friend enemy john barleycorn summary peter kelleher p |
| 1713 |
1687 |
1976 |
Incontrovertible Facts |
Anonymous |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 5 different recordings of <em>Incontrovertible Facts</em> by Anonymous. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 23rd, 2008.<br /><br />\nThis poem is a lipogram - so constructed as to exclude all vowels except 'o'.<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/incontrovertible-facts-by-anonymous/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 5 different recordings em incontrovertible facts em anonymous weekly poetry project week march 23rd 2008 br br poem lipogram constructed exclude vowels except o br br |
| 1714 |
1688 |
1977 |
Snow-Bound: A Winter Idyl |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Elegies & Odes |
<p>A 750-line idyllic poem about a snow-storm from the narrator's childhood.(Summary by Paul Tremblay)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/snow-bound-a-winter-idyl-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
p a 750 line idyllic poem snow storm narrator s childhood summary paul tremblay p |
| 1715 |
1691 |
1980 |
Mr Hogarth's Will |
Catherine Helen Spence |
General Fiction |
Jane and Elsie Melville were raised by their kindly but eccentric uncle, Mr Hogarth who believed that women were just as good as men, and thus gave his nieces a boy's education. Upon his death, they find that he has left his entire fortune to his heretofore unknown son and left them only a small allowance, expecting them to make their own way in the world using the education he furnished them. Will the girls survive in a world that expects them, at the most, to become governesses? (summary by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/mr-hogarths-will-by-catherine-helen-spence/ |
jane elsie melville raised kindly eccentric uncle mr hogarth believed women good men thus gave nieces boy s education upon death find left entire fortune heretofore unknown son left small allowance expecting make way world using education furnished them girls survive world expects them most become governesses summary karen savage p |
| 1716 |
1692 |
1981 |
Ideen zu einem Versuch, die Grenzen der Wirksamkeit des Staats zu bestimmen |
Wilhelm von Humboldt |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Ein klassicher Text des deutschen Liberalismus (Summary by redaer)</p> |
German |
1792 |
https://librivox.org/ideen-grenzen-staats-by-wilhelm-von-humboldt/ |
ein klassicher text des deutschen liberalismus summary redaer p |
| 1717 |
1693 |
1983 |
Introduction to Metaphysics |
Henri Bergson |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>An Introduction to Metaphysics (Introduction a la Metaphysique) is a 1903 essay by Henri Bergson that explores the concept of reality. For Bergson, reality occurs not in a series of discrete states but as a process similar to that described by the Greek philosopher Heraclitus. Reality is fluid and cannot be completely understood through reductionistic analysis, which he said "implies that we go around an object", gaining knowledge from various perspectives which are relative. Instead, reality can be grasped absolutely only through intuition, which Bergson expressed as "entering into" the object. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/an-introduction-to-metaphysics-by-henri-bergson/ |
p an introduction metaphysics introduction la metaphysique 1903 essay henri bergson explores concept reality bergson reality occurs series discrete states process similar described greek philosopher heraclitus reality fluid cannot completely understood reductionistic analysis said implies go around object gaining knowledge various perspectives relative instead reality grasped absolutely intuition bergson expressed entering into object summary wikipedia p |
| 1718 |
1694 |
1984 |
Doll's House |
Henrik Ibsen |
Drama |
<p>A Doll's House, written two years after The Pillars of Society, was the first of Ibsen's plays to create a sensation and is now perhaps his most famous play, and required reading in many secondary schools and universities. The play was highly controversial when first published, as it is sharply critical of 19th Century marriage norms. It follows the formula of well-made play up until the final act, when it breaks convention by ending with a discussion, not an unravelling. It is often called the first true feminist play, although Ibsen denied this. From Wikipedia</p>\n<p><b>Characters:</b><br>\n<em>Narrator</em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2647"> Aleithia </a><br><em> Nora </em> – Read by <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/"> Elizabeth Klett </a><br><em> Porter </em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492"> mb </a><br><em> Helmer </em> – Read by <a href="http://www.davidmuncaster.com"> David Muncaster </a><br><em> Maid </em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724"> Anna Simon </a><br><em> Mrs Linde </em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1509"> Miranda Stinson </a><br><em> Krogstad </em> – Read by <a href="http://teenfreedom.org/"> Jordan Schneider </a><br><em> Rank </em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2262"> Andy </a><br><em> Children </em> – Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2647"> Aleithia </a><br><em> Nurse </em> – Read by <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/suburbanmom"> Alana Jordan </a></p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/a-dolls-house-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
p a doll s house written two years pillars society first ibsen s plays create sensation perhaps famous play required reading many secondary schools universities play highly controversial first published sharply critical 19th century marriage norms follows formula well made play final act breaks convention ending discussion unravelling often called first true feminist play although ibsen denied this wikipedia p p b characters b br em narrator em read a href http librivox org reader 2647 aleithia a br em nora em read a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br em porter em read a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br em helmer em read a href http www davidmuncaster com david muncaster a br em maid em read a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br em mrs linde em read a href http librivox org reader 1509 miranda stinson a br em krogstad em read a href http teenfreedom org jordan schneider a br em rank em read a href http librivox org reader 2262 andy a br em children em read a href http librivox org reader 2647 aleithia a br em nurse em read a href http www youtube com user suburbanmom alana jordan a p |
| 1719 |
1695 |
1985 |
Piccadilly Jim |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction |
A young red-head plots to kidnap her irritating cousin with the help of a former boxer, her uncle, and a rogue who has his eye on her. Things don't work out exactly as planned, as criminals, detectives and cases of mistaken identity all get in the way. (Summary by Carrie Bradfield)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/piccadilly-jim-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
young red head plots kidnap irritating cousin help former boxer uncle rogue eye her things work exactly planned criminals detectives cases mistaken identity get way summary carrie bradfield p |
| 1720 |
1696 |
1986 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 026 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 026: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-026/ |
p librivox s short story collection 026 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1721 |
1697 |
1987 |
Brain Twister |
Randall Garrett |
Humorous Fiction, Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
"Mark Phillips" is, or are, two writers: Randall Garrett and Laurence M. Janifer. Their joint pen-name, derived from their middle names (Philip and Mark), was coined soon after their original meeting, at a science-fiction convention. Both men were drunk at the time, which explains a good deal, and only one has ever sobered up. A matter for constant contention between the collaborators is which one.<br /><br />Originally published as That Sweet Little Old Lady, Brain Twister follows the adventures of FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he attempts to unravel the machinations of a telepathic spy. His first problem: how do you find a telepath to catch the first telepath?<br /><br />The novella was nominated for the Hugo Award in 1960. (Summary from the text and Catharine Eastman)<p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/brain-twister-by-mark-phillips/ |
mark phillips is are two writers randall garrett laurence m janifer joint pen name derived middle names philip mark coined soon original meeting science fiction convention men drunk time explains good deal one ever sobered up matter constant contention collaborators one br br originally published sweet little old lady brain twister follows adventures fbi agent kenneth j malone attempts unravel machinations telepathic spy first problem find telepath catch first telepath br br the novella nominated hugo award 1960 summary text catharine eastman p |
| 1722 |
1816 |
2112 |
More Bab Ballads |
W. S. Gilbert |
Ballads |
This is a subset of the second collection of Gilbert’s “Bab Ballads” – light verses poking fun at the life and people of his time in Gilbert’s unique “topsy-turvey” style. The epitaph on his memorial on the Victoria Embankment in London is “HIS FOE WAS FOLLY AND HIS WEAPON WIT”, an epitaph amply exemplified in these verses. (Summary by Graham Redman)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/more-bab-ballads-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
subset second collection gilbert s bab ballads light verses poking fun life people time gilbert s unique topsy turvey style epitaph memorial victoria embankment london his foe folly weapon wit epitaph amply exemplified verses summary graham redman p |
| 1723 |
1698 |
1988 |
Жития Святых, т. 08 априллий (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 08 - April) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам: якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвещают, тыяжде и от Индиан зрятся, ни сокрываются от скифов, землю озаряют, и морю светят, и плавающих корабли управляют: ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради, обаче светлей доброте их чудимся. Сице и светлость святых, аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех, но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны: чудимся тех житию, и удивляемся славе, еюже Бог угодившыя Ему прославляет. </p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him. </p><p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-aprillii-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвещают тыяжде и от индиан зрятся ни сокрываются от скифов землю озаряют и морю светят и плавающих корабли управляют ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради обаче светлей доброте их чудимся сице и светлость святых аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны чудимся тех житию и удивляемся славе еюже бог угодившыя ему прославляет p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
| 1724 |
1699 |
1989 |
Around the World in Eighty Days (version 2) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Mysterious Phileas Fogg is a cool customer. A man of the most repetitious and punctual habit - with no apparent sense of adventure whatsoever - he gambles his considerable fortune that he can complete a journey around the world in just 80 days... immediately after a newspaper calculates the feat as just barely possible.<br /><br />With his excitable French manservant in tow, Fogg undertakes the exercise immediately, with no preparations, trusting that his traveling funds will make up for delays along the way. But unbeknownst to him, British police are desperately seeking to arrest him for the theft of a huge sum by someone who resembles him, and they will track him around the world, if necessary, to apprehend him.<br /><br />This is an adventure novel of the first water, with wholly unexpected perils, hair-breadth escapes, brilliant solutions to insoluble problems, and even a love story. And can this be? - That he returns to London just five minutes too late to win his wager and retain his fortune? (Summary by Mark F. Smith) |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-80-days-by-jules-verne-2/ |
mysterious phileas fogg cool customer man repetitious punctual habit apparent sense adventure whatsoever gambles considerable fortune complete journey around world 80 days immediately newspaper calculates feat barely possible br br with excitable french manservant tow fogg undertakes exercise immediately preparations trusting traveling funds make delays along way unbeknownst him british police desperately seeking arrest theft huge sum someone resembles him track around world necessary apprehend him br br this adventure novel first water wholly unexpected perils hair breadth escapes brilliant solutions insoluble problems even love story be returns london five minutes late win wager retain fortune summary mark f smith |
| 1725 |
1700 |
1990 |
Bible (KJV) 01-03: Genesis, Exodus and Leviticus |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The King James Version is an English translation of the Christian Bible begun in 1604 and first published in 1611 by the Church of England. In common with most other translations of the period, the New Testament was translated from the Textus Receptus (Received Text) series of the Greek texts. The Old Testament was translated from the Masoretic Hebrew text, while the Apocrypha [not included in this recording] was translated from the Greek Septuagint (LXX). (Summary from Wikipedia, slightly modified)<BR><BR>This is a solo recording of Genesis, Exodus and Leviticus.</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-01-03-genesis-exodus-and-leviticus/ |
p the king james version english translation christian bible begun 1604 first published 1611 church england common translations period new testament translated textus receptus received text series greek texts old testament translated masoretic hebrew text apocrypha not included recording translated greek septuagint lxx summary wikipedia slightly modified br br this solo recording genesis exodus leviticus p |
| 1726 |
1701 |
1991 |
All Things Considered |
G. K. Chesterton |
Short non-fiction |
Another delightful and sharply pointed excursion into the topics of the day, and of this day as well, with Gilbert Keith Chesterton. These reprinted magazine articles are filled with his good natured wit, his masterful use of paradox, and devastating ability to use reductio ad absurdum to destroy the popular myths that drive a society driving full-speed into secular humanism. You will come away with a whole new collection of wonderful quotes. \n- Ray Clare </p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/all-things-considered-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
another delightful sharply pointed excursion topics day day well gilbert keith chesterton reprinted magazine articles filled good natured wit masterful use paradox devastating ability use reductio ad absurdum destroy popular myths drive society driving full speed secular humanism come away whole new collection wonderful quotes ray clare p |
| 1727 |
1702 |
1992 |
Short Life of Abraham Lincoln |
John George Nicolay |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>John G. Nicolay was Abraham Lincoln’s private White House secretary. With assistant secretary, John Hay, he wrote the two volume definitive biography of Lincoln, "Abraham Lincoln, a Biography." Although this is a condensation by Nicolay of that biography, it is still a sizable work and a fairly thorough treatment of the life of the 16th president of the United States. (Summary by John Lieder)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-life-of-abraham-lincoln-by-john-g-nicolay/ |
p john g nicolay abraham lincoln s private white house secretary assistant secretary john hay wrote two volume definitive biography lincoln abraham lincoln biography although condensation nicolay biography still sizable work fairly thorough treatment life 16th president united states summary john lieder p |
| 1728 |
1710 |
2000 |
How to Tell Stories to Children |
Sara Cone Bryant |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>Sarah Cone Bryant was an educator and storyteller who wrote several books on the importance of oral storytelling to children, and stories to tell children. This volume expounds on her theories and practices of telling stories to children, and provides several examples. Her conversational writing style makes this work as relevant for parents and teachers as it was 90 years ago. (Summary by Sean McGaughey)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-tell-stories-to-children-and-some-stories-to-tell-by-sara-cone-bryant/ |
p sarah cone bryant educator storyteller wrote several books importance oral storytelling children stories tell children volume expounds theories practices telling stories children provides several examples conversational writing style makes work relevant parents teachers 90 years ago summary sean mcgaughey p |
| 1729 |
1903 |
2203 |
Birds of the Air |
Arabella B. Buckley |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
Arabella Buckley had a great love of nature and wished to impart that love to children. <i>Birds of the Air</i> will encourage children to observe birds in their natural environment and notice the habits of each particular bird they encounter. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-of-the-air-by-arabella-b-buckley/ |
arabella buckley great love nature wished impart love children i birds air i encourage children observe birds natural environment notice habits particular bird encounter summary laura caldwell p |
| 1730 |
1703 |
1993 |
Voyage Out |
Virginia Woolf |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p>The Voyage Out is the first novel by Virginia Woolf, published in 1915 by Duckworth; and published in the U.S. in 1920 by Doran. One of Woolf's wittiest social satires.<br><br>Rachel Vinrace embarks for South America on her father's ship and is launched on a course of self-discovery in a kind of modern mythical voyage. The mismatched jumble of passengers provide Woolf with an opportunity to satirize Edwardian life. The novel introduces Clarissa Dalloway, the central character of Woolf's later novel, Mrs. Dalloway.<br><br>E. M. Forster described it as "... a strange, tragic, inspired book whose scene is a South America not found on any map and reached by a boat which would not float on any sea, an America whose spiritual boundaries touch Xanadu and Atlantis... It is absolutely unafraid... Here at last is a book which attains unity as surely as Wuthering Heights, though by a different path." (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyage-out-by-virginia-woolf/ |
p the voyage first novel virginia woolf published 1915 duckworth published u s 1920 doran one woolf s wittiest social satires br br rachel vinrace embarks south america father s ship launched course self discovery kind modern mythical voyage mismatched jumble passengers provide woolf opportunity satirize edwardian life novel introduces clarissa dalloway central character woolf s later novel mrs dalloway br br e m forster described strange tragic inspired book whose scene south america found map reached boat would float sea america whose spiritual boundaries touch xanadu atlantis absolutely unafraid last book attains unity surely wuthering heights though different path introduction wikipedia p |
| 1731 |
1704 |
1994 |
Treatise on Good Works |
Martin Luther |
Christianity - Other |
In this exposition of the Ten Commandments, Martin Luther attempts to build a bridge between justification by faith and the life of the Christian manifested by good works. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-on-good-works-by-martin-luther/ |
exposition ten commandments martin luther attempts build bridge justification faith life christian manifested good works summary larry wilson |
| 1732 |
1705 |
1995 |
First Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians |
Pope Clement I |
Christianity - Other |
<p>"First Clement is one of the oldest Christian documents outside the New Testament canon. The epistle was written by Clement, one of the elders of the church of Rome, to the church in Corinth, where it was read for centuries. Indeed, historians generally hold First Clement to be an authentic document dating from the first century. From the fifth century to the eighth century, many of the eastern churches accepted the First Epistle of Clement as canonical scripture as it is clearly listed among the canonical books of the New Testament in "Canon 85" of the Canons of the Apostles. However, by the end of the eighth century, none of the ancient churches, eastern or western, included First Clement in any official listing of the canonical New Testament" <br/>(From Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/first-epistle-of-clement-to-the-corinthians/ |
p first clement one oldest christian documents outside new testament canon epistle written clement one elders church rome church corinth read centuries indeed historians generally hold first clement authentic document dating first century fifth century eighth century many eastern churches accepted first epistle clement canonical scripture clearly listed among canonical books new testament canon 85 canons apostles however end eighth century none ancient churches eastern western included first clement official listing canonical new testament br from wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1733 |
1706 |
1996 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 5 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-five/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 1734 |
1707 |
1997 |
Shakespeare's Sonnets (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
<p><i>Shakespeare’s Sonnets</i>, or simply <i>The Sonnets</i>, comprise a collection of 154 poems in sonnet form written by William Shakespeare that deal with such themes as love, beauty, politics, and mortality. The poems were probably written over a period of several years. (Summary from wikipedia)<p>\n |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeares-sonnets-ver3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p i shakespeare s sonnets i simply i the sonnets i comprise collection 154 poems sonnet form written william shakespeare deal themes love beauty politics mortality poems probably written period several years summary wikipedia p |
| 1735 |
1708 |
1998 |
Reflections on War and Death |
Sigmund Freud |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Anyone, as Freud tells us in <i>Reflections on War and Death</i>, forced to react against his own impulses may be described as a hypocrite, whether he is conscious of it or not. One might even venture to assert—it is still Freud's argument—that our contemporary civilisation favours this sort of hypocrisy and that there are more civilised hypocrites than truly cultured persons, and it is even a question whether a certain amount of hypocrisy is not indispensable to maintain civilisation. When this travesty of civilisation, this infallible state that has regimented and dragooned its citizens into obedience, goes to war, Freud is pained but not surprised that it makes free use of every injustice, of every act of violence that would dishonour the individual, that it employs not only permissible cunning but conscious lies and intentional deception against the enemy, that it absolves itself from guarantees and treaties by which it was bound to other states and makes unabashed confession of its greed and aspiration to power. For conscience, the idea of right and wrong, in the Freudian sense, is not the inexorable judge that teachers of ethics say it is: it has its origin in nothing but "social fear," and whereas in times of peace the state forbids the individual to do wrong, not because it wishes to do away with wrongdoing but because it wishes to monopolise it, like salt or tobacco, it suspends its reproach in times of war. The suppression of evil desires also ceases, and men, finding the moral ties loosened between large human units, commit acts of cruelty, treachery, deception and brutality the very possibility of which would have been considered incompatible with their degree of culture.\n(Summary by J.C. Grey, from <i>The Bookman: A Review of Books and Life</i>, v.47: Mar-Aug 1918. First sentence edited for clarity.)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/reflections-on-war-and-death-by-sigmund-freud/ |
anyone freud tells us i reflections war death i forced react impulses may described hypocrite whether conscious not one might even venture assert it still freud s argument that contemporary civilisation favours sort hypocrisy civilised hypocrites truly cultured persons even question whether certain amount hypocrisy indispensable maintain civilisation travesty civilisation infallible state regimented dragooned citizens obedience goes war freud pained surprised makes free use every injustice every act violence would dishonour individual employs permissible cunning conscious lies intentional deception enemy absolves guarantees treaties bound states makes unabashed confession greed aspiration power conscience idea right wrong freudian sense inexorable judge teachers ethics say is origin nothing social fear whereas times peace state forbids individual wrong wishes away wrongdoing wishes monopolise it like salt tobacco suspends reproach times war suppression evil desires also ceases men finding moral ties loosened large human units commit acts cruelty treachery deception brutality possibility would considered incompatible degree culture summary j c grey i the bookman review books life i v 47 mar aug 1918 first sentence edited clarity p |
| 1736 |
1709 |
1999 |
Faust: Der Tragödie erster Teil |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Tragedy |
<br><br>Der erste Teil der Tragödie Faust, erstmals erschienen 1808, gilt als das bedeutendste und meistzitierte Werk der deutschen Literatur. Die Handlung spielt in Deutschland zur Wende des 16. Jahrhunderts, und bringt viele grundsätzliche gesellschaftliche Fragen und Themen zur Sprache, die auch heute noch modern sind.<br><br>Heinrich Faust, ein nicht mehr junger, angesehener Forscher und Lehrer, zieht eine selbstkritische Lebensbilanz. Er ist beruflich und privat unzufrieden. Tief deprimiert und lebensmüde geworden, verspricht Faust dem Teufel Mephisto seine Seele, wenn es diesem gelingen sollte, ihn von seiner Unzufriedenheit zu befreien und für stetige Abwechslung zu sorgen. Mephisto ist bestrebt, Faust vom rechten Wege abzubringen, verwandelt ihn zurück in einen jungen Mann und nimmt ihn mit auf eine Reise durch die Welt. Er hilft ihm, eine Liebschaft mit der jungen Margarete (Gretchen) einzufädeln, einer naiven, sehr jungen Frau, in die sich Faust sofort verliebt. Faust jedoch richtet die junge Frau zugrunde, indem er sie verführt und schwängert und indem er den Tod von Gretchens Mutter und Bruder herbeiführt. Gretchen bringt ein uneheliches Kind zur Welt, tötet es halb wahnsinnig geworden, und wird daraufhin verhaftet. Faust will sie mit Mephistos Hilfe vor der Hinrichtung retten; er versucht vergeblich, sie zur Flucht zu überreden, kann sie aber nicht vom Wahnsinn befreien. Er muss sie schließlich ihrem Schicksal und der Gnade Gottes überlassen.<br><br>\n<b>Die Rollen:</b><br>\nErzähler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/20">Gesine</a><br>\nMephistopheles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br>\nFaust: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2422">redaer</a><br>\nGretchen (Margarete): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br>\nMarthe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nWagner, Geister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2497">Herr_Klugbeisser</a><br>\nValentin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1897">ekyale</a><br>\nGeist, Proktophantasmist, Oberon, Nordischer Künstler, Realist, Bettler, Orthodox, Windfahne, Die Unbehilflichen, Hennings, Ci-Dervant, Die Massiven, Orchester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander </a><br>\nHexe, Halbhexe, Chor der Hexen, Trödelhexe, Junge Hexe, Chor der Weiber: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2037">Hokuspokus</a><br>\nSchüler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1965"> DerHoepp</a><br>\nBürgermädchen, Dienstmädchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br>\nDirektor, Böser Geist, Sternschnuppe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/589">Stephanie König</a><br>\nAlte Frau, Xenien: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nFrosch, Raphael, Michael: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2602">Dirk Weber</a><br>\nGabriel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2991">Claudia Weber</a><br>\nDie Tiere. Der Kater. Kätzin: <a href="http://jtakhar.kordelia.net">Jennifer Takhar</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/141">Viktor Horvath</a> und Katia Postnikova<br>\nDer Herr, Geisterchor, Bürger, Tänzer, Tanzmeister, Fiedler, Dogmatiker, General, Minister, Parvenü, Autor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2043">Bastian Hepp</a><br>\nBauern: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nTheaterdichter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nLustige Person, Skeptiker, Irrlicht: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3040">Robert Steiner</a><br>\nHandwerksbursche, Alter Bauer, Brandner, Siebel, Altmayer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2946">Markus Wachenheim</a><br>\nLieschen, die Alte, Titania: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3251">Katieamp</a><br>\nPurist, Ariel, Musaget, Herold, Ein Pärchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3588">Neeru Iyer</a><br>\nChor der Engel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5409">Christa</a><br>\nPuck, Neugieriger Reisender, Hexenmeister, Soldaten, Bauern, Gewandten, halber Chor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>\nIrrlichter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>\nStimme 1, 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3244">wilwarin</a><br>\nIdealist, Matrone, Weltkind: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>\nServibilis, Supernaturalist, Die Schöne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nChor der Jünger, Volk, Theatermeister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3503">Christian Al-Kadi</a><br>\nKapellmeister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4001">jgoebel9</a><br>\nKranich: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3990">Jessi</a><br>\n<br>Audioschnitt: Rapunzelina<br><br> |
German |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/faust-der-tragoedie-erster-teil-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
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| 1737 |
1711 |
2002 |
Yvain, or the Knight with the Lion |
Chrétien de Troyes |
Ballads |
<p> Yvain, the Knight of the Lion is a romance by Chrétien de Troyes. It was probably written in the 1170s simultaneously with Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart, and includes several references to the action in that poem. In the poem, Yvain seeks to avenge his cousin Calogrenant who had been defeated by an otherworldly knight beside a magical storm-making fountain in the forest of Broceliande. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1170 |
https://librivox.org/yvain-or-the-knight-with-the-lion-by-chretien-de-troyes/ |
p yvain knight lion romance chrétien de troyes probably written 1170s simultaneously lancelot knight cart includes several references action poem poem yvain seeks avenge cousin calogrenant defeated otherworldly knight beside magical storm making fountain forest broceliande summary wikipedia p |
| 1738 |
1712 |
2003 |
Warble for Lilac-Time |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 different recordings of <em>Warble for Lilac-Time</em> by Walt Whitman.<br /><br /> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/warble-for-lilac-time-by-walt-whitman/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 different recordings em warble lilac time em walt whitman br br |
| 1739 |
1713 |
2004 |
Je Ne Scai Quoi |
William Whitehead |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>The Je Ne Scai Quoi</em> by William Whitehead. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 30th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-je-ne-scai-quoi-by-william-whitehead/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em the je ne scai quoi em william whitehead weekly poetry project week march 30th 2008 br br |
| 1740 |
1714 |
2005 |
Beautiful Joe |
Marshall Saunders |
Family Life, *Non-fiction, Animals |
<br />Beautiful Joe is a real dog, and "Beautiful Joe" is his real name. He belonged during the first part of his life to a cruel master, who mutilated him in the manner described in the story. He was rescued from him, and is now living in a happy home with pleasant surroundings, and enjoys a wide local celebrity.<br></br>The character of Laura is drawn from life, and to the smallest detail is truthfully depicted. The Morris family has its counterparts in real life, and nearly all of the incidents of the story are founded on fact. (Summary by Marshall Saunders)<br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/beautiful-joe-by-marshall-saunders/ |
br beautiful joe real dog beautiful joe real name belonged first part life cruel master mutilated manner described story rescued him living happy home pleasant surroundings enjoys wide local celebrity br br the character laura drawn life smallest detail truthfully depicted morris family counterparts real life nearly incidents story founded fact summary marshall saunders br br |
| 1741 |
1715 |
2006 |
Mother |
Kathleen Norris |
Family Life, General Fiction |
<br />With seven children and a home to take care of, Margaret wondered how her Mother could be so happy living a life that seemed all drudgery. As Margaret has new experiences, she comes to realize that "her mother was not only the truest, the finest, the most generous woman she had ever known, but the happiest as well". (Summary by Megan Kunkel)<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mother-by-kathleen-norris/ |
br with seven children home take care of margaret wondered mother could happy living life seemed drudgery margaret new experiences comes realize her mother truest finest generous woman ever known happiest well summary megan kunkel br br |
| 1742 |
1716 |
2007 |
Buddhist Writings |
Various |
Other religions |
An anthology of Buddhist scriptures, appropriate as an introduction to its vast literature, or as a sampler for those who want to better understand Buddhism. The selections in this anthology are primarily from the Theravada school of Buddhism. (Summary by Leon Mire)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/buddhist-writings-translated-by-henry-clarke-warren/ |
anthology buddhist scriptures appropriate introduction vast literature sampler want better understand buddhism selections anthology primarily theravada school buddhism summary leon mire p |
| 1743 |
1717 |
2008 |
David and the Phoenix |
Edward Ormondroyd |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>David knew that one should be prepared for anything when one climbs a mountain, but he never dreamed what he would find that June morning on the mountain ledge. There stood an enormous bird, with a head like an eagle, a neck like a swan, and a scarlet crest. The most astonishing thing was that the bird had an open book on the ground and was reading from it!<br /><br />This was David's first sight of the fabulous Phoenix and the beginning of a pleasant and profitable partnership. The Phoenix found a great deal lacking in David's education -- he flunked questions like "How do you tell a true from a false Unicorn?" -- and undertook to supplement it with a practical education, an education that would be a preparation for Life. The education had to be combined with offensive and defensive measures against a Scientist who was bent on capturing the Phoenix, but the two projects together involved exciting and hilarious adventures for boy and bird.<br /><br />A wonderful read-aloud book, adventurous and very funny, with much of the magic as well as the humor of the fantastic. (Summary from the front flap of the dust jacket.)</p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/david-and-the-phoenix-by-edward-ormondroyd/ |
p david knew one prepared anything one climbs mountain never dreamed would find june morning mountain ledge stood enormous bird head like eagle neck like swan scarlet crest astonishing thing bird open book ground reading it br br this david s first sight fabulous phoenix beginning pleasant profitable partnership phoenix found great deal lacking david s education flunked questions like how tell true false unicorn undertook supplement practical education education would preparation life education combined offensive defensive measures scientist bent capturing phoenix two projects together involved exciting hilarious adventures boy bird br br a wonderful read aloud book adventurous funny much magic well humor fantastic summary front flap dust jacket p |
| 1744 |
1718 |
2011 |
Expedition of the Donner Party and its Tragic Fate |
Eliza P. Donner Houghton |
Modern (19th C) |
The Donner Party was a group of California-bound American settlers caught up in the "westering fever" of the 1840s. After becoming snowbound in the Sierra Nevada in the winter of 1846–1847, some of the emigrants resorted to cannibalism. Although this aspect of the tragedy has become synonymous with the Donner Party in the popular imagination, it actually was a minor part of the episode.\n\nThe author was about 4 at the time. The first part of the book accounts the tragic journey and rescue attempts; the last half are reminiscences of the child orphan, passed from family to family while growing up. (Summary from Wikipedia & Tricia G)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/expedition-of-the-donner-party-and-its-tragic-fate-by-eliza-p-donner-houghton/ |
donner party group california bound american settlers caught westering fever 1840s becoming snowbound sierra nevada winter 1846 1847 emigrants resorted cannibalism although aspect tragedy become synonymous donner party popular imagination actually minor part episode author 4 time first part book accounts tragic journey rescue attempts last half reminiscences child orphan passed family family growing up summary wikipedia tricia g p |
| 1745 |
1728 |
2021 |
Adventures of Paddy Beaver |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Adventures of Paddy Beaver is another in the long list of children’s books by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, the industrious and clever Paddy Beaver, a newcomer to the Green Forest, has encounters with Sammy Jay, Jerry Muskrat, Ol’ Man Coyote and other inhabitants of the Green Forest. Along the way, we learn how Paddy builds his dam and his house, and how he stores his food. We also learn little lessons about life, such as the importance of planning before doing, caring for Nature, trusting others, the benefits of working together and how wonderful it is to have a job one can sink one’s teeth into. (Summary by John Lieder.)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-paddy-beaver-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p the adventures paddy beaver another long list children s books conservationist thornton w burgess book industrious clever paddy beaver newcomer green forest encounters sammy jay jerry muskrat ol man coyote inhabitants green forest along way learn paddy builds dam house stores food also learn little lessons life importance planning doing caring nature trusting others benefits working together wonderful job one sink one s teeth into summary john lieder p |
| 1746 |
1719 |
2012 |
Il giornalino di Gian Burrasca |
Luigi Bertelli |
Children's Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p>Il giornalino di Gian Burrasca is a novel sited in Tuscany (Italy). It was written by Vamba (Luigi Bertelli’s pseudonym) in 1907 and published in 1912. The first edition was published on instalments by the newspaper “Il Giornalino della Domenica”, between 1907 and 1908. The protagonist, Giannino Stoppani known as Gian Burrasca, writes the story as a diary. His nickname, given by Giannino’s family because of his restless behaviour, has become proverbial, in Italy, to indicate a terrible boy.</p>\n<p>Il giornalino di Gian Burrasca è un romanzo ambientato in Toscana scritto da Vamba, (pseudonimo di Luigi Bertelli) nel 1907 e pubblicato nel 1912. Inizialmente pubblicato a puntate sul “Giornalino della Domenica” tra il 1907 e il 1908, il libro è scritto in forma di diario: il diario di Giannino Stoppani, detto Gian Burrasca. Questo soprannome, che la famiglia gli dà a causa del suo comportamento molto irrequieto, è divenuto proverbiale per indicare un ragazzino indisciplinato. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/il-giornalino-di-gian-burrasca-by-vamba/ |
p il giornalino di gian burrasca novel sited tuscany italy written vamba luigi bertelli s pseudonym 1907 published 1912 first edition published instalments newspaper il giornalino della domenica 1907 1908 protagonist giannino stoppani known gian burrasca writes story diary nickname given giannino s family restless behaviour become proverbial italy indicate terrible boy p p il giornalino di gian burrasca è un romanzo ambientato toscana scritto da vamba pseudonimo di luigi bertelli nel 1907 e pubblicato nel 1912 inizialmente pubblicato puntate sul giornalino della domenica tra il 1907 e il 1908 il libro è scritto forma di diario il diario di giannino stoppani detto gian burrasca questo soprannome che la famiglia gli dà causa del suo comportamento molto irrequieto è divenuto proverbiale per indicare un ragazzino indisciplinato summary wikipedia p |
| 1747 |
1720 |
2013 |
Theory of Moral Sentiments (First Edition) |
Adam Smith |
Philosophy |
<p>"How selfish soever man may be supposed, there are evidently some principles in his nature, which interest him in the fortunes of others, and render their happiness necessary to him, though he derives nothing from it, except the pleasure of seeing it." (from The Theory of Moral Sentiments)<br><br.Adam Smith considered his first major book, The Theory of Moral Sentiments, his most important work. Indeed, the tome was a wild success upon its publication, selling out immediately. It has not lost popularity since. In this legendary work, Smith discusses the nature of morality, and the motives behind and origins of these "sentiments." Originally published in 1759, this work provides the philosophical underpinnings for his later works, as well as elucidating the psychological and moral foundations of the workings of a complex society. Smith parses many important concepts in this book, with the central questions perhaps being: Where do our moral principles come from? Are they devine and inborn, reflection of man-made laws, or rational, based on their usefulness to society? Smith's answers to these questions and more, and his explanation of how such sentiments, however derived, influence society's self-coordination, have interested lay and scholar alike for hundreds of years. (summary written by Nikki Sullivan) </p>\nnote: This is the First edition, the 6th edition was revised and extra material added. |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/the-theory-of-moral-sentiments-by-adam-smith/ |
p how selfish soever man may supposed evidently principles nature interest fortunes others render happiness necessary him though derives nothing it except pleasure seeing it from theory moral sentiments br br adam smith considered first major book theory moral sentiments important work indeed tome wild success upon publication selling immediately lost popularity since legendary work smith discusses nature morality motives behind origins sentiments originally published 1759 work provides philosophical underpinnings later works well elucidating psychological moral foundations workings complex society smith parses many important concepts book central questions perhaps being moral principles come from devine inborn reflection man made laws rational based usefulness society smith s answers questions more explanation sentiments however derived influence society s self coordination interested lay scholar alike hundreds years summary written nikki sullivan p note first edition 6th edition revised extra material added |
| 1748 |
1721 |
2014 |
Awakening of Europe |
M. B. Synge |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>The Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge is the third book in the series, Story of the World. Included in this history is a myriad of interesting men, women, and events that shaped Europe during the years 1520-1745. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-awakening-of-europe-by-m-b-synge/ |
p the awakening europe m b synge third book series story world included history myriad interesting men women events shaped europe years 1520 1745 summary laura caldwell p |
| 1749 |
1722 |
2015 |
People's Idea of God |
Mary Baker Eddy |
Religion |
<p>"The improved theory and practice of religion and of medicine are mainly due to the people's improved views of the Supreme Being." (from <em>The People's Idea of God</em>)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-peoples-idea-of-god-by-mary-baker-eddy/ |
p the improved theory practice religion medicine mainly due people s improved views supreme being from em the people s idea god em p |
| 1750 |
1723 |
2016 |
Bible (ASV) 22: Song of Solomon (version 2) |
American Standard Version |
*Non-fiction |
<p>The Song of Songs (Hebrew title שיר השירים, Shir ha-Shirim), is a book of the Hebrew Bible—Tanakh or Old Testament—one of the five megillot (scrolls). It is also known as the Song of Solomon or as Canticles, the latter from the shortened and anglicized Vulgate title Canticum Canticorum, "Song of Songs" in Latin. It is known as Aisma in the Septuagint, which is short for Αισμα ᾀσμτων, Aisma aismatôn, "Song of Songs" in Greek. <br/>(From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-solomon/ |
p the song songs hebrew title שיר השירים shir ha shirim book hebrew bible tanakh old testament one five megillot scrolls also known song solomon canticles latter shortened anglicized vulgate title canticum canticorum song songs latin known aisma septuagint short αισμα ᾀσμτων aisma aismatôn song songs greek br from wikipedia p |
| 1751 |
1724 |
2017 |
Making of a Nation: The Beginnings of Israel's History |
Charles Foster Kent |
Antiquity, Other religions |
<p>Charles Foster Kent was one of the premier scholars in Jewish Studies at the turn of the century. He was particularly well-known for his comparisons of early Christianity to its Jewish roots. He also wrote several distinguished histories of Israel, the Jewish people, Torah studies, and the development of oral Torah. (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-making-of-a-nation-by-kent/ |
p charles foster kent one premier scholars jewish studies turn century particularly well known comparisons early christianity jewish roots also wrote several distinguished histories israel jewish people torah studies development oral torah summary kirsten ferreri p |
| 1752 |
1725 |
2018 |
唐诗三百首 卷四 Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 4 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
Compiled around 1763, 'Three Hundred Tang Poems' is the standard collection of the poetic art of the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907). Volume Four has poems in the style 七言律詩 'Seven character regular verse' (poems 170 to 223).<br/><br/>\n 《唐诗三百首》的编选者蘅塘退士(1711~1778),编选这本书是有感于《千家诗》选诗标准不严,体裁不备,体例不一,希望以新的选本取而代之,成为合适的、流传不废的家塾课本。他们的选诗标准是“因专就唐诗中脍炙人口之作,择其尤要者”。既好又易诵,以体裁为经,以时间为纬。七言律诗简称七律,是近体诗的一种,格律要求与五律相同。七律源于七言古体,在初唐时期渐成规模,至杜甫臻至炉火纯青。有唐一代,七律圣手有王维、杜甫、李商隐、杜牧、罗隐等,风华绝代,辉映古今。\n<br/><br/>Summarized by: Vivian Chan<br/><br/>\nMeta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Jc Guan & TriciaG <br/><br/> |
Chinese |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/three-hundred-tang-poems-volume-4-by-various/ |
compiled around 1763 three hundred tang poems standard collection poetic art tang dynasty 618 907 volume four poems style 七言律詩 seven character regular verse poems 170 223 br br 唐诗三百首 的编选者蘅塘退士 1711 1778 编选这本书是有感于 千家诗 选诗标准不严 体裁不备 体例不一 希望以新的选本取而代之 成为合适的 流传不废的家塾课本 他们的选诗标准是 因专就唐诗中脍炙人口之作 择其尤要者 既好又易诵 以体裁为经 以时间为纬 七言律诗简称七律 是近体诗的一种 格律要求与五律相同 七律源于七言古体 在初唐时期渐成规模 至杜甫臻至炉火纯青 有唐一代 七律圣手有王维 杜甫 李商隐 杜牧 罗隐等 风华绝代 辉映古今 br br summarized by vivian chan br br meta coordinator cataloging jc guan triciag br br |
| 1753 |
1726 |
2019 |
Short Poetry Collection 063 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Poetry Collection 063: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-063/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 063 collection 20 public domain poems p |
| 1754 |
1727 |
2020 |
High waving heather 'neath stormy blasts bending |
Emily Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>High waving heather 'neath stormy blasts bending</em> by Emily Brontë. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 6th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/high-waving-heather-neath-stormy-blasts-bending-by-emily-bronte/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em high waving heather neath stormy blasts bending em emily brontë weekly poetry project week april 6th 2008 br br |
| 1755 |
1729 |
2022 |
Lāčplēsis |
Andrejs Pumpurs |
Poetry |
<p>Lāčplēsis is an epic poem by Andrejs Pumpurs, a Latvian poet, who wrote it between 1872-1887 based on local legends. Lāčplēsis is regarded as the Latvian national epic.\n\nThe poem recounts the life of the legendary hero Lāčplēsis, chosen by the gods to become a hero of his people. His name means "Bear-slayer”. At the castle of Lord Aizkrauklis, he spies on the activities of the witch Spīdola(Spīdala), who is under the control of the Devil, and the holy man Kangars, who is in reality a traitor plotting to replace the old gods with Christianity. Lāčplēsis meets and falls in love with the maiden Laimdota and becomes friends with another hero, Koknesis ("Wood-bearer").\nFurther adventures seperate the lovers and bring Laimdota to Germany, but Lāčplēsis becomes lost in the Northern Sea, where he is welcomed by the daughter of the North Wind. In his dangerous journey home from the Northern Sea, he fights monsters and is reunited with Laimdota. They return home and celebrate wedding, but the heroes soon set off to fight the German crusaders. Kangars finds out the secret of Lāčplēsis' strength and treacherously reveals it to the Germans. In a seemingly friendly tournament Lāčplēsis is overpowered by the Black Knight, they both fall into Daugava river and disappear.\n(Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Kristine Bekere)</p> |
Latvian |
1988 |
https://librivox.org/lacplesis-by-andrejs-pumpurs/ |
p lāčplēsis epic poem andrejs pumpurs latvian poet wrote 1872 1887 based local legends lāčplēsis regarded latvian national epic poem recounts life legendary hero lāčplēsis chosen gods become hero people name means bear slayer castle lord aizkrauklis spies activities witch spīdola spīdala control devil holy man kangars reality traitor plotting replace old gods christianity lāčplēsis meets falls love maiden laimdota becomes friends another hero koknesis wood bearer adventures seperate lovers bring laimdota germany lāčplēsis becomes lost northern sea welcomed daughter north wind dangerous journey home northern sea fights monsters reunited laimdota return home celebrate wedding heroes soon set fight german crusaders kangars finds secret lāčplēsis strength treacherously reveals germans seemingly friendly tournament lāčplēsis overpowered black knight fall daugava river disappear summary adapted wikipedia kristine bekere p |
| 1756 |
1730 |
2023 |
Worldwide Effects of Nuclear War: Some Perspectives |
United States Arms Control and Disarmament Agency |
Political Science, Science |
<p>This is a concise yet thorough explanation of what might happen to our world in the aftermath of a nuclear war. The myriad of potential effects will be global and wide-spread. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1975 |
https://librivox.org/worldwide-effects-of-nuclear-war-some-perspectives-by-united-states-arms-control-and-disarmament-agency/ |
p this concise yet thorough explanation might happen world aftermath nuclear war myriad potential effects global wide spread summary allyson hester p |
| 1757 |
1731 |
2024 |
Five Weeks in a Balloon |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Join three intrepid explorers as they seek to cross and explore the continent of Africa from Indian Ocean to Atlantic Ocean, except they’re doing it by hot air balloon. Scholar and scientist Samuel Ferguson, his manservant Joe, and his friend Richard “Dick” Kennedy engage in this mighty scientific feat, as they face danger after danger, enjoy adventure after adventure, and experience the literal highs and lows of Africa from the view of a hot air balloon. (Summary by Alex C. Telander)</p><p><small>A French version is available / Une version française est disponible : <a href="http://librivox.org/cinq-semaines-en-ballon-by-jules-verne/"><em>Cinq semaines en ballon</em></a>. A Danish version is also available: <a href="http://librivox.org/fem-uger-i-ballon-by-jules-verne/"><em>Fem Uger i Ballon</em></a></small></p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/five-weeks-in-a-balloon-by-jules-verne/ |
p join three intrepid explorers seek cross explore continent africa indian ocean atlantic ocean except they re hot air balloon scholar scientist samuel ferguson manservant joe friend richard dick kennedy engage mighty scientific feat face danger danger enjoy adventure adventure experience literal highs lows africa view hot air balloon summary alex c telander p p small a french version available une version française est disponible a href http librivox org cinq semaines en ballon by jules verne em cinq semaines en ballon em a danish version also available a href http librivox org fem uger i ballon by jules verne em fem uger ballon em a small p |
| 1758 |
1732 |
2025 |
Alaskan |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A wilderness story of adventure and intrigue in Alaska in the 1920’s. Summary by Maire Rhode.</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-alaskan/ |
wilderness story adventure intrigue alaska 1920 s summary maire rhode p |
| 1759 |
1733 |
2026 |
Romeo and Juliet (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
<p>Romeo and Juliet is an early tragedy by William Shakespeare about two teenage "star-cross'd lovers" whose "untimely deaths" ultimately unite their feuding households. The play has been highly praised by literary critics for its language and dramatic effect. It was among Shakespeare's most popular plays during his lifetime and, along with Hamlet, is one of his most frequently performed plays. Its influence is still seen today, with the two main characters being widely represented as archetypal young lovers. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/romeo-and-juliet-version-3-by-william-shakespeare-0901/ |
p romeo juliet early tragedy william shakespeare two teenage star cross d lovers whose untimely deaths ultimately unite feuding households play highly praised literary critics language dramatic effect among shakespeare s popular plays lifetime and along hamlet one frequently performed plays influence still seen today two main characters widely represented archetypal young lovers br summary wikipedia p |
| 1760 |
1734 |
2027 |
Siddhartha |
Hermann Hesse |
General Fiction |
<p>Siddhartha is one of the great philosophical novels. Profoundly insightful, it is also a beautifully written story that begins as Siddhartha, son of an Indian Brahman, leaves his family and begins a lifelong journey towards Enlightenment. On the way he faces the entire range of human experience and emotion: he lives with ascetics, meets Gotama the Buddha, learns the art of love from Kamala the courtesan, and is transformed by the simple philosophy of the ferryman Vasudeva whose wisdom comes not from learned teachings but from observing the River. Herman Hesse (1877-1962) was a German-Swiss novelist, poet, and painter. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1946. This recording contains a sound clip from http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/samplesViewSingle.php?id=15362 (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/siddhartha-by-hermann-hesse/ |
p siddhartha one great philosophical novels profoundly insightful also beautifully written story begins siddhartha son indian brahman leaves family begins lifelong journey towards enlightenment way faces entire range human experience emotion lives ascetics meets gotama buddha learns art love kamala courtesan transformed simple philosophy ferryman vasudeva whose wisdom comes learned teachings observing river herman hesse 1877 1962 german swiss novelist poet painter awarded nobel prize literature 1946 recording contains sound clip http freesound iua upf edu samplesviewsingle php id 15362 summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1761 |
1749 |
2042 |
Nase |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Humorous Fiction |
Dies ist die Geschichte eines Petersburger Beamten, dessen Nase davonläuft und ihr eigenes Leben entwickelt.</p> |
German |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/die-nase-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
dies ist die geschichte eines petersburger beamten dessen nase davonläuft und ihr eigenes leben entwickelt p |
| 1762 |
1750 |
2043 |
Futility, Or the Wreck of the Titan |
Morgan Robertson |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>This novel was published a full 14 years before the sinking of the Titanic, but listeners may be surprised at how many parallels this fictional tale has with subsequent true events.<br /><br />The Titan is the largest and most technologically advanced steamship of her time. She is considered unsinkable. Her full speed crossings of the Northern Lane Route carry her rich passengers in the highest standards of luxury and comfort. The less well-off travel in rougher quarters but still benefit from the speed of travel. These crossings, however, are fraught with navigational hazards, the greatest of which is ice.<br /><br />Unlike the ship, one member of her crew is not of the highest standard. At least, not anymore. John Rowland is a broken man who drinks to forget his past. However, when the Titan crashes into an iceberg during her attempt to break a speed record, he is forced to confront his past. Can he overcome his enemies and escape as the ship begins to sink? And can he make his way back to civilization and find self-respect once more? Adventure and soul-searching await Rowland, with a surprise ending.</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/futility-or-the-wreck-of-the-titan-by-morgan-robertson/ |
p this novel published full 14 years sinking titanic listeners may surprised many parallels fictional tale subsequent true events br br the titan largest technologically advanced steamship time considered unsinkable full speed crossings northern lane route carry rich passengers highest standards luxury comfort less well off travel rougher quarters still benefit speed travel crossings however fraught navigational hazards greatest ice br br unlike ship one member crew highest standard least anymore john rowland broken man drinks forget past however titan crashes iceberg attempt break speed record forced confront past overcome enemies escape ship begins sink make way back civilization find self respect more adventure soul searching await rowland surprise ending p |
| 1763 |
1735 |
2028 |
King Henry IV, Part 2 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<br /><p><i>Henry IV, Part 2</i> is a history play by William Shakespeare, believed written between 1596 and 1599. It is the third part of a tetralogy, preceded by <i>Richard II</i> and <i>Henry IV, Part 1</i> and succeeded by <i>Henry V</i>. The play picks up where <i><a href="https://librivox.org/king-henry-iv-part-2-by-william-shakespeare/" target="_blank"><u>Henry IV, Part 1</u></a></i> left off. Its focus is on Prince Hal's journey toward kingship and his ultimate rejection of Falstaff. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n<p><b>Characters:</b></p>\n<p>Rumour the Presenter and Lady Percy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/457">Cecelia Prior</a><br />\nKing Henry IV: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nHenry, Prince of Wales, afterwards King Henry V: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/895">Max Porter Zasada</a><br />\nPrince John of Lancaster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1211">Brian Edwards</a><br />\nPrince Humphrey of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2986">Simon Larois</a><br />\nThomas, Duke of Clarence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2647">Aleithia</a><br />\nEarl of Northumberland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2488">Lisa Wilson</a><br />\nScroop, Archbishop of York: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1789">Vin Reilly</a><br />\nLord Mowbray: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2288">Ellis Christoff</a><br />\nLord Hastings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd</a><br />\nLord Bardolph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2827">David Leeson</a><br />\nSir John Colville, Silence, Second Drawer, and Porter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3943">Silence</a><br />\nTravers, Shadow, and Bullcalf: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3916">Daniel Hutton</a><br />\nMorton and Shallow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nEarl of Warwick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110">Aaron Elliott</a> & <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nEarl of Westmoreland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><br />\nGower: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />\nHarcourt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/243">Jennifer Stearns</a><br />\nLord Chief Justice and First Groom: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nBardolph and Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nSir John Falstaff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1121">John Lieder</a><br />\nEdward Poins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br />\nPistol: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1578">Lorelle Anderson</a><br />\nPeto: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1782">Matthew Ward</a><br />\nPage and Dancer (Epilogue): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nDavy, Mouldy, and Fang: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1469">Fr. Richard Zeile</a><br />\nSnare: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nThomas Wart: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nFrancis Feeble: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br />\nFrancis, a drawer; Second and Third Grooms: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br />\nLady Northumberland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2571">BrianaBird</a><br />\nHostess Quickly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nDoll Tearsheet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />\nFirst Beadle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br />\nThird Drawer and Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3588">Neeru Iyer</a><br />\nStage Directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a></p>\n |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/king-henry-iv-part-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 1764 |
1736 |
2029 |
Bible (ASV) 01: Genesis |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"Genesis (Greek: "birth", "origin") is the first book of the Hebrew Bible, and the first of five books of the Pentateuch or Torah. It recounts the world from creation to the descent of the children of Israel into Egypt, and contains some of the best-known accounts of the Old Testament, including Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah's Ark, the Tower of Babel, and the biblical Patriarchs." (From Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-genesis-by-american-standard-version/ |
p genesis greek birth origin first book hebrew bible first five books pentateuch torah recounts world creation descent children israel egypt contains best known accounts old testament including adam eve cain abel noah s ark tower babel biblical patriarchs from wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1765 |
1737 |
2030 |
Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus (1818) |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<em>Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus</em> is a novel written by the British author Mary Shelley. Shelley wrote the novel when she was 18 years old. The first edition was published anonymously in London in 1818, and this audiobook is read from that text. Shelley's name appeared on the revised third edition, published in 1831. The title of the novel refers to the scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who learns how to create life and creates a being in the likeness of man, but larger than average and more powerful. In modern popular culture, people have tended to refer to the Creature as "Frankenstein" (especially in films since 1931), despite this being the name of the scientist, and the creature being unnamed in the book itself. <em>Frankenstein</em> is a novel infused with elements of the Gothic novel and the Romantic movement. It was also a warning against the "over-reaching" of modern man and the Industrial Revolution, alluded to in the novel's subtitle, <em>The Modern Prometheus</em>. The story has had an influence across literature and popular culture and spawned a complete genre of horror stories and films. It is arguably considered the first fully-realised science fiction novel and raises many issues still relevant to today's society. (Summary from wikipedia.org, adapted by Cori Samuel.)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-by-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley/ |
em frankenstein or modern prometheus em novel written british author mary shelley shelley wrote novel 18 years old first edition published anonymously london 1818 audiobook read text shelley s name appeared revised third edition published 1831 title novel refers scientist victor frankenstein learns create life creates likeness man larger average powerful modern popular culture people tended refer creature frankenstein especially films since 1931 despite name scientist creature unnamed book itself em frankenstein em novel infused elements gothic novel romantic movement also warning over reaching modern man industrial revolution alluded novel s subtitle em the modern prometheus em story influence across literature popular culture spawned complete genre horror stories films arguably considered first fully realised science fiction novel raises many issues still relevant today s society summary wikipedia org adapted cori samuel p |
| 1766 |
1738 |
2031 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 003 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 003: a collection of 10 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-mystery-story-collection-vol-003/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 003 collection 10 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1767 |
1739 |
2032 |
Waterbiography |
Robert C. Leslie |
Memoirs |
<p>Robert C. Leslie (1826-1901) was an artist and writer who, at an early age fell in love with the sea, the sea of Sail, not of Steam. He describes the progression of this love from wave to wave and boat to boat. Leslie sailed during the Great Age of Sail before Industrialism had taken possession of Britain.\n<BR><BR>\nLeslie comments on the early days of singlehanded small boat sailing:\n"When I first began boating in the early forties [1840s], what is now called single-handed cruising was almost unknown among amateurs....people had a vague dread of it. Much of this has passed away, and hundreds of amateur boatmen, and even ladies, are now as much at home and really safer in a sailing-boat than they would be on the back of a hunter or bicycle."<BR><BR>\n\nLeslie writes of one of his favorite cruising grounds about 1850: "No railway in my time came within fifteen miles of Sidmouth, and the few enterprising visitors who reached there by coach from Exeter called it dull. It was certainly not a gay place, but most of those who resided there in that happy valley did so rather with a view to quiet, and among them it was rare to find any one disposed to tamper with the grave routine of country life there."\n<BR><BR>\nA Waterbiography captures a Lost Age.\n(Summary by Peter Kelleher)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-waterbiography-by-robert-c-leslie/ |
p robert c leslie 1826 1901 artist writer who early age fell love sea sea sail steam describes progression love wave wave boat boat leslie sailed great age sail industrialism taken possession britain br br leslie comments early days singlehanded small boat sailing when first began boating early forties 1840s called single handed cruising almost unknown among amateurs people vague dread it much passed away hundreds amateur boatmen even ladies much home really safer sailing boat would back hunter bicycle br br leslie writes one favorite cruising grounds 1850 no railway time came within fifteen miles sidmouth enterprising visitors reached coach exeter called dull certainly gay place resided happy valley rather view quiet among rare find one disposed tamper grave routine country life there br br waterbiography captures lost age summary peter kelleher p |
| 1768 |
1740 |
2033 |
Phoenix and the Carpet |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The Phoenix and the Carpet is a fantasy novel for children, written in 1904 by E. Nesbit. It is the second in a trilogy of novels that began with Five Children and It (1902), and follows the adventures of the same five protagonists – Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane and the Lamb. Their mother buys the children a new carpet to replace the one from the nursery that was destroyed in an unfortunate fire accident. Through a series of exciting events, the children find an egg in the carpet which cracks into a talking Phoenix. The Phoenix explains that the carpet is a magical one that will grant them three wishes per day. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-phoenix-and-the-carpet-by-edith-nesbit/ |
p the phoenix carpet fantasy novel children written 1904 e nesbit second trilogy novels began five children 1902 follows adventures five protagonists cyril anthea robert jane lamb mother buys children new carpet replace one nursery destroyed unfortunate fire accident series exciting events children find egg carpet cracks talking phoenix phoenix explains carpet magical one grant three wishes per day summary wikipedia p |
| 1769 |
1741 |
2034 |
Märchen - Almanach auf das Jahr 1826 |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Hauffs Märchen entstanden in der Spätromantik. Der erste Band mit der Rahmenerzählung “Die Karawane” zeichnet sich durch hohes Einfühlungsvermögen in die orientalische Lebensweise aus.<br />Er enthält neben den bekannte Märchen “Kalif Storch” und “Der kleine Muck” “Die Geschichte von dem Gespensterschiff”, “Die Geschichte von der abgehauenen Hand”, “Die Errettung Fatmes” und “Das Märchen vom falschen Prinzen”.<br /><br />“Das Gespensterschiff” und “Die abgehauene Hand” sind nach heutigem Empfinden für Kinder nicht geeignet.\n(Summary by Wikipedia and Hokuspokus) |
German |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/marchen-almanach-auf-das-jahr-1826-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
hauffs märchen entstanden der spätromantik der erste band mit der rahmenerzählung die karawane zeichnet sich durch hohes einfühlungsvermögen die orientalische lebensweise aus br er enthält neben den bekannte märchen kalif storch und der kleine muck die geschichte von dem gespensterschiff die geschichte von der abgehauenen hand die errettung fatmes und das märchen vom falschen prinzen br br das gespensterschiff und die abgehauene hand sind nach heutigem empfinden für kinder nicht geeignet summary wikipedia hokuspokus |
| 1770 |
1742 |
2035 |
Bible (ASV) 21: Ecclesiastes (version 2) |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"Ecclesiastes is a wisdom book of the Old Testament. The author represents himself as the son of David, and king over Israel in Jerusalem. The work consists of personal or autobiographic matter, at times expressed in aphorisms and maxims illuminated in terse paragraphs with reflections on the meaning of life and the best way of life. The work emphatically proclaims all the actions of man to be inherently "vain", "futile", "empty", or "meaningless," depending on translation, as the lives of both wise and foolish men end in death. While the teacher clearly promotes wisdom as a means for a well-lived earthly life, he is unable to ascribe eternal meaning to it. In light of this perceived senselessness, the preacher suggests that one should enjoy the simple pleasures of daily life, such as eating, drinking, and taking enjoyment in one's wife and work, which are gifts from the hand of God." (From Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-ecclesiastes-by-american-standard-version-ss/ |
p ecclesiastes wisdom book old testament author represents son david king israel jerusalem work consists personal autobiographic matter times expressed aphorisms maxims illuminated terse paragraphs reflections meaning life best way life work emphatically proclaims actions man inherently vain futile empty meaningless depending translation lives wise foolish men end death teacher clearly promotes wisdom means well lived earthly life unable ascribe eternal meaning it light perceived senselessness preacher suggests one enjoy simple pleasures daily life eating drinking taking enjoyment one s wife work gifts hand god from wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1771 |
1743 |
2036 |
Jingle Book |
Carolyn Wells |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
A collection of silly poetry and limericks for children.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-jingle-book-by-carolyn-wells/ |
collection silly poetry limericks children p |
| 1772 |
1744 |
2037 |
Thuvia, Maid of Mars |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
<p>In this novel the focus shifts from John Carter, Warlord of Mars, and Dejah Thoris of Helium, protagonists of the first three books in the series, to their son, Carthoris, prince of Helium, and Thuvia, princess of Ptarth. Helium and Ptarth are both prominent Barsoomian city state/empires, and both Carthoris and Thuvia were secondary characters in the previous two books. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/thuvia-maid-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p in novel focus shifts john carter warlord mars dejah thoris helium protagonists first three books series son carthoris prince helium thuvia princess ptarth helium ptarth prominent barsoomian city state empires carthoris thuvia secondary characters previous two books summary wikipedia p |
| 1773 |
1745 |
2038 |
Indiscretions of Archie |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<br />It wasn't Archie's fault really. It's true he went to America and fell in love with Lucille, the daughter of a millionaire hotel proprietor and if he did marry her--well, what else was there to do?<br></br>From his point of view, the whole thing was a thoroughly good egg; but Mr. Brewster, his father-in-law, thought differently, Archie had neither money nor occupation, which was distasteful in the eyes of the industrious Mr. Brewster; but the real bar was the fact that he had once adversely criticised one of his hotels. <br></br>Archie does his best to heal the breach; but, being something of an ass, genus priceless, he finds it almost beyond his powers to placate "the man-eating fish" whom Providence has given him as a father-in-law. (Summary from the Gutenberg text)<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/indiscretions-of-archie-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
br it archie s fault really true went america fell love lucille daughter millionaire hotel proprietor marry her well else do br br from point view whole thing thoroughly good egg mr brewster father in law thought differently archie neither money occupation distasteful eyes industrious mr brewster real bar fact adversely criticised one hotels br br archie best heal breach but something ass genus priceless finds almost beyond powers placate the man eating fish providence given father in law summary gutenberg text br br |
| 1774 |
1746 |
2039 |
Life of Alfred the Great |
Bishop of Sherbourne Asser |
Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>A life of King Alfred of England originally composed in Latin, possibly sometime around 888 A.D. by the Monk and Bishop Asser, although some scholars contend that the work was actually composed much later by an unknown hand. (Summary by Douglas B. Killings)</p>\n |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/alfred-the-great-by-asser/ |
p a life king alfred england originally composed latin possibly sometime around 888 a d monk bishop asser although scholars contend work actually composed much later unknown hand summary douglas b killings p |
| 1775 |
1747 |
2040 |
Renascence and Other Poems |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Poetry |
The following is a recording of the first volume of poetry published by Edna St. Vincent Millay. When the author had graduated from high school, she couldn't afford to go to college. In the summer of 1912, Vincent's sister, Norma, found work as a waitress at a hotel near where they lived. One night, Norma insisted that Vincent attend a masquerade ball, given at the hotel, if only to get Vincent out of the house and to meet people. Vincent finally gave in, and while there, sang songs and recited "Renascence," the first poem in this collection. This immediately won over the support of one "Miss Dow," who would help Vincent raise enough money to attend Vassar College. From there, she would meet others and become fully entrenched in, and later a major influence on, the literary community. (According to Savage Beauty, by Nancy Milford.) (Summary by Linda Leu)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/renascence-and-other-poems-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
following recording first volume poetry published edna st vincent millay author graduated high school afford go college summer 1912 vincent s sister norma found work waitress hotel near lived one night norma insisted vincent attend masquerade ball given hotel get vincent house meet people vincent finally gave in there sang songs recited renascence first poem collection immediately support one miss dow would help vincent raise enough money attend vassar college there would meet others become fully entrenched in later major influence on literary community according savage beauty nancy milford summary linda leu p |
| 1776 |
1748 |
2041 |
Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen |
Rudolf Erich Raspe |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
The stories about Münchhausen were first collected and published by an anonymous author in 1781. An English version was published in London in 1785, by Rudolf Erich Raspe, as <i>Baron Munchhausen's Narrative of his Marvellous Travels and Campaigns in Russia</i>, also called <i>The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchhausen</i>. It is not clear how much of the story material derives from the Baron himself; however, it is known that the majority of the stories are based on folktales that have been in circulation for many centuries before Münchhausen's birth. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/surprising-adventures-of-baron-munchausen-by-rudolf-erich-raspe/ |
stories münchhausen first collected published anonymous author 1781 english version published london 1785 rudolf erich raspe i baron munchhausen s narrative marvellous travels campaigns russia i also called i the surprising adventures baron munchhausen i clear much story material derives baron himself however known majority stories based folktales circulation many centuries münchhausen s birth summary wikipedia p |
| 1777 |
1751 |
2044 |
Captains Courageous |
Rudyard Kipling |
General Fiction |
Real men don't take guff from snotty kids. Neither does Disko Troop, skipper of the "We're Here", a fishing schooner out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, when his crew fishes Harvey Cheyne out of the Atlantic. There's no place on the Grand Banks for bystanders, so Harvey is press-ganged into service as a replacement for a man lost overboard and drowned. Harvey is heir to a vast fortune, but his rescuers believe none of what he tells them of his background. Disko won't take the boat to port until it is full of fish, so Harvey must settle in for a season at sea. Hard, dangerous work and performing it alongside a grab-bag of characters in close quarters is a life-changing experience.<br /><br />And when Harvey at last is reunited with his parents, who have thought him dead for months, he must face the hard decisions of how he will allow his experience to change his life. (Summary Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/captains-courageous-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
real men take guff snotty kids neither disko troop skipper we re here fishing schooner gloucester massachusetts crew fishes harvey cheyne atlantic there s place grand banks bystanders harvey press ganged service replacement man lost overboard drowned harvey heir vast fortune rescuers believe none tells background disko take boat port full fish harvey must settle season sea hard dangerous work performing alongside grab bag characters close quarters life changing experience br br and harvey last reunited parents thought dead months must face hard decisions allow experience change life summary mark f smith p |
| 1778 |
1752 |
2046 |
American Politician |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>In 1880’s Boston, Mass. the good life is lead according to all the Victorian era societal rules of the New World. Political ambitions and the business of making money go hand in hand. A Senate seat suddenly opens up due to the current junior senator’s unexpected death, and the political machinations to fill the seat begin. Senatorial candidate John Harrington is a young idealist who thinks that fighting for truth and justice, regardless of political affiliation, is the way. But he is told he can’t possibly win because he isn’t partisan enough. His opponents in the iron mine, railroad and shipping business sabotage his first bid for office, because he wants to do away with protectionism in trade to open up global competition. He eventually succeeds in winning a Senate seat. He gives a rousing speech to Congress as they gather to elect a President in a race which has ended in a three way tie. His message is that blindly following a party’s positions and principles is not being free and independent, and will not always lead to the best person being elected, or to the best decisions being made for the country as a whole. (Summary written by Maire Rhode)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/an-american-politician-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
p in 1880 s boston mass good life lead according victorian era societal rules new world political ambitions business making money go hand hand senate seat suddenly opens due current junior senator s unexpected death political machinations fill seat begin senatorial candidate john harrington young idealist thinks fighting truth justice regardless political affiliation way told can t possibly win isn t partisan enough opponents iron mine railroad shipping business sabotage first bid office wants away protectionism trade open global competition eventually succeeds winning senate seat gives rousing speech congress gather elect president race ended three way tie message blindly following party s positions principles free independent always lead best person elected best decisions made country whole summary written maire rhode p |
| 1779 |
1753 |
2047 |
Cleopatra |
Jacob Abbott |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p> A biography of the famous Cleopatra of Egypt, written in a manner, equally interesting to children and to adults. \n</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/cleopatra-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p biography famous cleopatra egypt written manner equally interesting children adults p |
| 1780 |
1754 |
2048 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 04 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 4 begins with the first Norman invasion of the island and continues to the end of the 13th century. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-ireland-book-04-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 4 begins first norman invasion island continues end 13th century summary sibella denton p |
| 1781 |
1755 |
2049 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 027 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 027: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-027/ |
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| 1782 |
1756 |
2050 |
Bible (ASV) 28: Hosea |
American Standard Version |
Bibles, Religion |
<p>Hosea was the son of Beeri and a prophet in Israel in the 8th century BCE. He is one of the Twelve Prophets of the Jewish Hebrew Bible, also known as the Minor Prophets of the Christian Old Testament. We know practically nothing about the life or social status of Hosea. According to the Book of Hosea, he married the prostitute Gomer, the daughter of Diblatayim, at God's command. He lived in the Northern Kingdom in the period 740–725 BCE. In Hosea 5:8 ff., there is a reference to the wars which led to the capture of the kingdom by the Assyrians (ca. 734–732 BCE). It is not certain if he has also experienced the destruction of Samaria, which is foreseen in Hosea 14:1. Hosea's family life reflected the "adulterous" relationship which Israel had built with polytheistic gods. His children's names made them like walking prophecies of the fall of the ruling dynasty and the severed covenant with God — much like the prophet Isaiah a generation later. Hosea is often seen as a "prophet of doom", but underneath his message of destruction is a promise of restoration." (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/hosea-asv/ |
p hosea son beeri prophet israel 8th century bce one twelve prophets jewish hebrew bible also known minor prophets christian old testament know practically nothing life social status hosea according book hosea married prostitute gomer daughter diblatayim god s command lived northern kingdom period 740 725 bce hosea 5 8 ff reference wars led capture kingdom assyrians ca 734 732 bce certain also experienced destruction samaria foreseen hosea 14 1 hosea s family life reflected adulterous relationship israel built polytheistic gods children s names made like walking prophecies fall ruling dynasty severed covenant god much like prophet isaiah generation later hosea often seen prophet doom underneath message destruction promise restoration from wikipedia p |
| 1783 |
1757 |
2051 |
Defiant Agents |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>Travis Fox and a band of fellow Apache AmerIndians have their racial memories and survival abilities enhanced by the Redax machine and are sent to the planet Topaz, one of the few worlds of the ancient star empire that the US has voyage tapes to. But the Reds have "snooped" the tapes and get there first, and have a nasty surprise waiting for any ship that does not have the proper identification. Travis and some of his fellow Apaches survive the ensuing crash landing...but can they defeat the Reds and win Topaz for themselves? <br><br>This work is a sequel to both The Time Traders and Galactic Derelict. It is book 3 in the Time Traders series by Andre Norton, which also includes Key Out of Time.<br /><br />(Summary by Paul Williams)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/the-defiant-agents-by-andre-norton/ |
p travis fox band fellow apache amerindians racial memories survival abilities enhanced redax machine sent planet topaz one worlds ancient star empire us voyage tapes to reds snooped tapes get first nasty surprise waiting ship proper identification travis fellow apaches survive ensuing crash landing but defeat reds win topaz themselves br br this work sequel time traders galactic derelict book 3 time traders series andre norton also includes key time br br summary paul williams p |
| 1784 |
1758 |
2052 |
Raggedy Andy Stories |
Johnny Gruelle |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Raggedy Ann is a fictional character created by writer Johnny Gruelle (1880–1938) in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. Raggedy Ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair. The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book <i>Raggedy Ann Stories</i>. A doll was also marketed along with the book to great success. A sequel, <i>Raggedy Andy Stories</i> (1920) introduced the character of her brother, Raggedy Andy, dressed in sailor suit and hat. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/raggedy-andy-stories-by-johnny-gruelle/ |
p raggedy ann fictional character created writer johnny gruelle 1880 1938 series books wrote illustrated young children raggedy ann rag doll red yarn hair character created 1915 doll introduced public 1918 book i raggedy ann stories i doll also marketed along book great success sequel i raggedy andy stories i 1920 introduced character brother raggedy andy dressed sailor suit hat summary wikipedia p |
| 1785 |
1759 |
2053 |
Serenade |
Oscar Wilde |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>Serenade</em> by Oscar Wilde. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 20th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/serenade-by-oscar-wilde/ |
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| 1786 |
1760 |
2054 |
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight |
The Gawain Poet |
General Fiction |
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a late 14th-century Middle English alliterative romance outlining an adventure of Sir Gawain, a knight of King Arthur's Round Table. In the tale, Sir Gawain accepts a challenge from a mysterious warrior who is completely green, from his clothes and hair to his beard and skin. The "Green Knight" offers to allow anyone to strike him with his axe if the challenger will take a return blow in a year and a day. Gawain accepts, and beheads him in one blow, only to have the Green Knight stand up, pick up his head, and remind Gawain to meet him at the appointed time. The story of Gawain's struggle to meet the appointment and his adventures along the way demonstrate the spirit of chivalry and loyalty. (Wikipedia) This 20th Century rendering is by WA Neilson.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight-neilson-version/ |
sir gawain green knight late 14th century middle english alliterative romance outlining adventure sir gawain knight king arthur s round table tale sir gawain accepts challenge mysterious warrior completely green clothes hair beard skin green knight offers allow anyone strike axe challenger take return blow year day gawain accepts beheads one blow green knight stand up pick head remind gawain meet appointed time story gawain s struggle meet appointment adventures along way demonstrate spirit chivalry loyalty wikipedia 20th century rendering wa neilson p |
| 1787 |
1761 |
2055 |
Man of Means |
C. H. Bovill |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
A Man of Means is a collection of six short stories written in collaboration by P. G. Wodehouse and C. H. Bovill. The stories all star Roland Bleke, a nondescript young man to whom financial success comes through a series of "lucky" chances, the first from a win in a sweepstake he had forgotten entering. Roland, like many a timid young man seeks love and marriage. In this pursuit his wealth is regularly a mixed blessing. The plot of each story follows its predecessor, sometimes directly, and occasionally refer back to past events in Bleke's meteoric career. The writing style is crisp and droll, and shows much of the skill and polish of the later Wodehouse. The disasters that befall the hapless Bleke are entertainingly recounted and his unforeseen rescues surprise and delight. In the character of the butler, Mr Teal, we meet an early draft of the ingenious Jeeves. The stories first appeared in the United Kingdom in The Strand in 1914, and in the United States in Pictorial Review in 1916. They were later published in book form in the UK by Porpoise Books in 1991; the collection was released on Project Gutenberg in 2003. (Summary by Wikipedia adapted by Tim Bulkeley)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-man-of-means-by-p-g-wodehouse-and-c-h-bovill/ |
man means collection six short stories written collaboration p g wodehouse c h bovill stories star roland bleke nondescript young man financial success comes series lucky chances first win sweepstake forgotten entering roland like many timid young man seeks love marriage pursuit wealth regularly mixed blessing plot story follows predecessor sometimes directly occasionally refer back past events bleke s meteoric career writing style crisp droll shows much skill polish later wodehouse disasters befall hapless bleke entertainingly recounted unforeseen rescues surprise delight character butler mr teal meet early draft ingenious jeeves stories first appeared united kingdom strand 1914 united states pictorial review 1916 later published book form uk porpoise books 1991 collection released project gutenberg 2003 summary wikipedia adapted tim bulkeley p |
| 1788 |
1762 |
2056 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 07 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>LibriVox readers present the seventh collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. \nWilliam Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p>\n |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-007-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox readers present seventh collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 1789 |
1763 |
2057 |
Midsummer Night's Dream |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<p>Magic, fairies, young lovers chasing each other through a forest, a man with a donkey's head, and impish Puck wreaking havoc right and left. What's going on here? It's <em>A Midsummer Night's Dream</em>, Shakespeare at his most fanciful. The play opens with Theseus, Duke of Athens, preparing for his wedding. Egeus complains to Theseus that his daughter Hermia refuses to marry Demetrius. When Hermia is given the choice between marriage to Demetrius or life as a nun, she and her true love Lysander flee into the forest. Demetrius follows them; and Helena, who loves Demetrius, follows <em>him</em>. Also in the forest are Oberon and Titania, king and queen of the fairies, at odds with one another. At Oberon's behest, Puck causes Demetrius to fall in love with Helena -- oops, he missed, that was Lysander instead. Mayhem ensues. In the meantime, a group of bumbling craftsmen rehearses a play. Puck gives one of them, Bottom, the head of an ass and makes Titania fall in love with him. Further hilarity results as Bottom sees nothing at all odd about this. Eventually everything is straightened out, Bottom and the rest "perform" their play, there is a triple wedding, and Puck assures us the whole thing has been a dream. Number of quotes you know: 5 (what fools these mortals be). Useful insults: 19. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p>\n<p><strong>Cast:</strong></p>\n<p>Theseus, Duke of Athens – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nEgeus, father to Hermia; and Snout, a tinker – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1121">John Lieder</a><br />\nLysander, in love with Hermia – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nDemetrius, in love with Hermia – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br />\nPhilostrate, master of the revels – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />\nQuince, a carpenter – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1211">Brian Edwards</a><br />\nSnug, a joiner – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nBottom, a weaver – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/827">Simon Taylor</a><br />\nFlute, a bellows-mender – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nStarveling, a tailor – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2650">Jessica Miller</a><br />\nHippolyta, queen of the Amazons – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br />\nHermia, daughter to Egeus, in love with Lysander – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nHelena, in love with Demetrius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nOberon, king of the fairies – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1469">Fr. Richard Zeile of Detroit</a><br />\nTitania, queen of the fairies – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2756">Deborah Irving</a><br />\nPuck, or Robin Goodfellow – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br />\nPeaseblossom – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a><br />\nCobweb – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2042">Charlene V. Smith</a><br />\nMoth – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2481">Alana Jordan</a><br />\nMustardseed – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2610">Jamie Ash Young</a><br />\nStage directions – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1378">Paul Williams</a></p>\n<p>Fairy song composed and performed by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a>; performed by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1154">Larysa Jaworski</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by Cori Samuel and Laurie Anne Walden</p>\n |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/a-midsummer-nights-dream-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 1790 |
1786 |
2082 |
Keepsake |
Anonymous |
Children's Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
"The Keepsake, or, Poems and Pictures For Childhood and Youth", is a collection of twenty pastoral poems published as one collection in London, 1818. The topics are moral encouragement for children, young and old alike. (Summary by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/the-keepsake-by-anonymous/ |
the keepsake or poems pictures childhood youth collection twenty pastoral poems published one collection london 1818 topics moral encouragement children young old alike summary sam stinson p |
| 1791 |
1764 |
2058 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 10 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Toujours observateur des comportements humains, Jean de La Fontaine ne cesse de les mettre en scène dans ces 16 fables, tantôt en invitant le genre animal à caricaturer l'homme tantôt en confiant sa propre bêtise à l'homme lui-même. Ce dixième livre s'inscrit dans la continuité de l'oeuvre du grand fabuliste. <br/>( Jean Lambert )</p> |
French |
1685 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-10-jl/ |
p toujours observateur des comportements humains jean de la fontaine ne cesse de les mettre en scène dans ces 16 fables tantôt en invitant le genre animal à caricaturer l homme tantôt en confiant sa propre bêtise à l homme lui même ce dixième livre s inscrit dans la continuité de l oeuvre du grand fabuliste br jean lambert p |
| 1792 |
1765 |
2059 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 006 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science and technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories, originally published between 1752 and 1962. Those published after 1922 entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-006/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories originally published 1752 1962 published 1922 entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 1793 |
1766 |
2060 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 007 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-007/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 1794 |
1767 |
2061 |
Heroes of the Middle Ages |
Eva March Tappan |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"The object of this book is to bring together stories of the most important movements in the history of Europe during the Middle Ages, and to make familiar the names of the most important figures in those scenes. I have endeavoured to weave a tapestry in which, with due colour, may be traced the history of the rise and fall of the various nationalities and the circumstances and mode of life of each—in short, to give the young reader an approximation to the background for the study of his country's history which a wide reading gives to a man." (Summary from the Preface of Heroes of the Middle Ages by Eva March Tappan)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/heroes-of-the-middle-ages-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
the object book bring together stories important movements history europe middle ages make familiar names important figures scenes endeavoured weave tapestry which due colour may traced history rise fall various nationalities circumstances mode life each in short give young reader approximation background study country s history wide reading gives man summary preface heroes middle ages eva march tappan p |
| 1795 |
1768 |
2063 |
Social History of Smoking |
George L. Apperson |
*Non-fiction, History |
This work tells the history of smoking in England from the social point of view. Thus it does not deal with the history of tobacco growing or tobacco related manufacture, but is rather the story of how smoking has fitted in with the fashions and customs throughout the ages, and the changes in the attitude of society towards smoking. (Summary by Maikki) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-social-history-of-smoking-by-george-l-apperson/ |
work tells history smoking england social point view thus deal history tobacco growing tobacco related manufacture rather story smoking fitted fashions customs throughout ages changes attitude society towards smoking summary maikki p |
| 1796 |
1769 |
2064 |
Bible (YLT) 26: Ezekiel |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p><em>Young's Literal Translation</em> is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of <em>Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible</em> and <em>Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament</em>. Young produced a "Revised Version" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition.</p> (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-ezekiel-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p em young s literal translation em translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler em young s analytical concordance bible em em concise critical comments new testament em young produced revised version translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition p summary wikipedia p |
| 1797 |
1770 |
2065 |
Shakspere: Personal Recollections |
John A. Joyce |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>A fictitious account of a "friend" of William Shakespeare, who accompanies him from his birth to his death and beyond, chronicling Shakespeare's life, adventures, speeches, and impromptu bursts of poetry. (Summary by Tricia G.)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/shakspere-personal-recollections-by-john-a-joyce/ |
p a fictitious account friend william shakespeare accompanies birth death beyond chronicling shakespeare s life adventures speeches impromptu bursts poetry summary tricia g p |
| 1798 |
1771 |
2066 |
Life of Cicero, Vol. I |
Anthony Trollope |
Biography & Autobiography |
Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43BC) was an orator, statesman, philosopher and prolific correspondent, who rose as a ‘new man’ in Rome in the turbulent last years of its republican government. Anthony Trollope, best known as a novelist, admired Cicero greatly and wrote this biography late in life in order to argue his virtues against authors who had granted him literary greatness but questioned his strength as a politician and as a man. He takes a personal approach, affording us an insight into his own mind and times as well as those of his subject.<BR><BR>Volume I covers the period (up to the year 57BC) of Cicero’s education, his rise through the courts and offices of state to the Consulship, and his exile.<BR><BR>Please note that footnotes - predominantly bibliographical citations and Latin quotations - are omitted unless explicitly referred to in the main text; the appendices, which consist mainly of more substantial extracts from other works, are likewise omitted. (Summary by Philippa)<BR><BR><a href="http://librivox.org/the-life-of-cicero-vol-ii-by-anthony-trollope/">Volume II can be found here.</a></p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-cicero-vol-i-by-anthony-trollope/ |
marcus tullius cicero 106 43bc orator statesman philosopher prolific correspondent rose new man rome turbulent last years republican government anthony trollope best known novelist admired cicero greatly wrote biography late life order argue virtues authors granted literary greatness questioned strength politician man takes personal approach affording us insight mind times well subject br br volume covers period up year 57bc cicero s education rise courts offices state consulship exile br br please note footnotes predominantly bibliographical citations latin quotations omitted unless explicitly referred main text appendices consist mainly substantial extracts works likewise omitted summary philippa br br a href http librivox org the life of cicero vol ii by anthony trollope volume ii found here a p |
| 1799 |
1772 |
2067 |
Bible (ASV) 29: Joel |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Joel is part of the Jewish Tanakh, and also the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. Joel is part of a group of twelve prophetic books known as the Minor Prophets or simply as The Twelve; the distinction 'minor' indicates the short length of the text in relation to the larger prophetic texts by the "Major Prophets" known as the Nevi'im." (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-joel-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the book joel part jewish tanakh also old testament christian bible joel part group twelve prophetic books known minor prophets simply twelve distinction minor indicates short length text relation larger prophetic texts major prophets known nevi im summary wikipedia p |
| 1800 |
1773 |
2068 |
Bible (ASV) 31: Obadiah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Obadiah is found in both the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament of the Christian Bible, where it is the shortest book, only one chapter long. Its authorship is generally attributed to a person named Obadiah, which means “servant (or worshipper) of the Lord”. Obadiah is classified as a "minor prophet" in the Christian Bible due to the brevity of the writing (only 21 verses) and the content (prophetic material). An Old Testament prophet was (professedly) not only a person who was given divine insight into future events, but a person whom the Lord used to declare his word. The first nine verses in the book foretell total destruction in the land of Edom at the hand of the Lord. Obadiah writes that this destruction will be so complete that it will be even worse than a thief who comes at night, for not even a thief would destroy everything. The Lord will allow all allies of Edom to turn away and help chase Edom out of its land. What is the reason for such a harsh punishment? Verses ten through fourteen explain that when Israel (the Lord’s chosen people) was attacked, Edom refused to help them, thus acting like an enemy. What is even worse is that Edom and Israel share a common blood line through their founders who were brothers, Jacob and Esau. Because of this gross neglect of a relative, Edom will be covered with shame and destroyed forever. The final verses, fifteen through twenty-one, depict the restoration of Israel and the wiping out of the Edomites. Verse eighteen says that there will be no survivors from the house of Esau once the destruction is complete. Israel will become a holy place and its people will return from exile and inhabit the land once inhabited by the Edomites. The final verse of the prophecy places the Lord as King who will rule over all the mountains of Edom." (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/obadiah-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the book obadiah found hebrew bible old testament christian bible shortest book one chapter long authorship generally attributed person named obadiah means servant or worshipper lord obadiah classified minor prophet christian bible due brevity writing only 21 verses content prophetic material old testament prophet professedly person given divine insight future events person lord used declare word first nine verses book foretell total destruction land edom hand lord obadiah writes destruction complete even worse thief comes night even thief would destroy everything lord allow allies edom turn away help chase edom land reason harsh punishment verses ten fourteen explain israel the lord s chosen people attacked edom refused help them thus acting like enemy even worse edom israel share common blood line founders brothers jacob esau gross neglect relative edom covered shame destroyed forever final verses fifteen twenty one depict restoration israel wiping edomites verse eighteen says survivors house esau destruction complete israel become holy place people return exile inhabit land inhabited edomites final verse prophecy places lord king rule mountains edom summary wikipedia p |
| 1801 |
1774 |
2069 |
White Moll |
Frank L. Packard |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Frank Lucius Packard (February 2, 1877 – February 17, 1942) born in Montreal, Quebec, was a Canadian novelist. Packard is credited with bridging the gap from the “cozy” style mysteries to the more gritty, hard-boiled style of such writers as Dashiell Hammet and Raymond Chandler. Packard also wrote a series of novels, beginning in 1917, featuring Jimmie Dale. A wealthy playboy by day, at night, Jimmie becomes a crimefighter “The Gray Seal” complete with mask and secret hide-out, “The Sanctuary”. This character certainly influenced later crimefighting characters such as Batman and The Shadow.</br><br>In The White Moll (1920) Rhoda Gray, “The White Moll”, an angel of mercy who spends her time helping the poor in the slums of New York City, is drawn into the criminal world when she attempts to help Gypsy Nan, who is not what she seems. Accused of a crime and on the run from the police, she must battle the most nefarious criminal gang in the New York underworld to prove her innocence. Populated by such characters as Pierre Dangler, the Pug, Pinkie Bonn, Skeeny, the Sparrow and above all “the Adventurer”, this story contains shoot-outs, car chases, adventure and enough suspense and deception to satisfy the most avid mystery lover. (Summary by Rowdy Delaney)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-moll-by-frank-l-packard/ |
p frank lucius packard february 2 1877 february 17 1942 born montreal quebec canadian novelist packard credited bridging gap cozy style mysteries gritty hard boiled style writers dashiell hammet raymond chandler packard also wrote series novels beginning 1917 featuring jimmie dale wealthy playboy day night jimmie becomes crimefighter the gray seal complete mask secret hide out the sanctuary character certainly influenced later crimefighting characters batman shadow br br in white moll 1920 rhoda gray the white moll angel mercy spends time helping poor slums new york city drawn criminal world attempts help gypsy nan seems accused crime run police must battle nefarious criminal gang new york underworld prove innocence populated characters pierre dangler pug pinkie bonn skeeny sparrow the adventurer story contains shoot outs car chases adventure enough suspense deception satisfy avid mystery lover summary rowdy delaney p |
| 1802 |
1775 |
2070 |
弟子规 Di Zi Gui |
Yuexiu Li |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
Di Zi Gui (弟子规), in English, means the Standards for being a Good Student and Child. It is an ancient book based on the teaching of the great Confucius that emphasises on the basic requisites for being a good person and guidelines for living in harmony with others. The source for the main outline of it is from Analects of Confucius, Book 1, Chapter 6, where Confucius said:<br /><br />"A young man should be a good son at home and an obedient young man abroad, sparing of speech but trustworthy in what he says, and should love the multitude at large but cultivate the friendship of his fellow men. If he has any energy to spare from such action, let him devote it to making himself cultivated."<br /><br />There are altogether seven chapters in Di Zi Gui, with each chapter listing one duty that a good person should follow in life. (From Wikipedia)<br /><br />《弟子规》(原名《訓蒙文》)是中国传统的启蒙教材之一,作者是清朝康熙年间的秀才李毓秀。後經賈存仁修訂改編而成為弟子規。其內容取自《論語·學而篇》中的第六條:「弟子入則孝,出則弟,謹而信,汎愛眾,而親仁,行有餘力,則以學文。」 《弟子规》是以三字一句,兩句一韻的的文体方式編纂而成。然后再以《總敘》、《入則孝》、《出則弟》、《謹》、《信》、《汎愛眾》、《親仁》和《餘力以學文》等部份来加以演述。(维基百科) |
Chinese |
1722 |
https://librivox.org/di-zi-gui-by-li-yuexiu/ |
di zi gui 弟子规 english means standards good student child ancient book based teaching great confucius emphasises basic requisites good person guidelines living harmony others source main outline analects confucius book 1 chapter 6 confucius said br br a young man good son home obedient young man abroad sparing speech trustworthy says love multitude large cultivate friendship fellow men energy spare action let devote making cultivated br br there altogether seven chapters di zi gui chapter listing one duty good person follow life from wikipedia br br 弟子规 原名 訓蒙文 是中国传统的启蒙教材之一 作者是清朝康熙年间的秀才李毓秀 後經賈存仁修訂改編而成為弟子規 其內容取自 論語 學而篇 中的第六條 弟子入則孝 出則弟 謹而信 汎愛眾 而親仁 行有餘力 則以學文 弟子规 是以三字一句 兩句一韻的的文体方式編纂而成 然后再以 總敘 入則孝 出則弟 謹 信 汎愛眾 親仁 和 餘力以學文 等部份来加以演述 维基百科 |
| 1803 |
1776 |
2071 |
Жетварят (The Reaper) |
Yordan Yovkov |
Published 1900 onward |
В малкото село Люляково се сблъскват грозно човешката алчност, омраза и жажда за власт. Ала в душите на враждуващите все още има път за светлината на Иисуса – светлина, която преобразява чрез чудото на Неговата икона: кой е Жетварят, който благославя жетвата на благото зърно в душата и изтръгва плевелите на злото оттам – за това разказва с думи от златна пшеница и ведросини небеса майсторът на българската словесност Йордан Йовков, водейки читателя отвъд страстите и земната суета, през страданието на пробудената съвест, до победата на истината и доброто.<BR><BR>In the tiny village of Lyulyakovo fiercely clash human greed, hate and lust for power. However, the souls of the adversaries are still open to the light of Jesus: the light which transfigures through the miracle of His Icon: who is the Reaper, Who blesses the harvesting of good grains in the souls and uproots the tares of evil from there: this is what the master of the Bulgarian literature, Yordan Yovkov, relates with words of golden wheat and azure skies, taking the reader beyond the passions and mundane dust, through the suffering of the awaken conscience to the final victory of truth and good. (Summary by Euthymius) Read in Bulgarian</p> |
Bulgarian |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/zhetvariat-by-yordan-yovkov/ |
в малкото село люляково се сблъскват грозно човешката алчност омраза и жажда за власт ала в душите на враждуващите все още има път за светлината на иисуса светлина която преобразява чрез чудото на неговата икона кой е жетварят който благославя жетвата на благото зърно в душата и изтръгва плевелите на злото оттам за това разказва с думи от златна пшеница и ведросини небеса майсторът на българската словесност йордан йовков водейки читателя отвъд страстите и земната суета през страданието на пробудената съвест до победата на истината и доброто br br in tiny village lyulyakovo fiercely clash human greed hate lust power however souls adversaries still open light jesus light transfigures miracle icon reaper blesses harvesting good grains souls uproots tares evil there master bulgarian literature yordan yovkov relates words golden wheat azure skies taking reader beyond passions mundane dust suffering awaken conscience final victory truth good summary euthymius read bulgarian p |
| 1804 |
1777 |
2072 |
Chessmen of Mars |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
<p><i>The Chessmen of Mars</i> is a science fiction novel by the mental sword and physical pen wielding author Edgar Rice Burroughs. It the fifth installment of his Barsoom series. <i>The Chessmen of Mars</i> is a tale of wonder and excellence that follows John Carter and Dejah Thoris, along with their daughter Tara, princess of Helium, as she is sought after by Gahan, Jed of Gathol. Adventure and perile ensue as the story unfolds.</p>\n\nNote: The Prelude and Chapter 1 are read by two different readers. Variety is the spice of life.<p>\n(Summary by tubeyes)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-chessmen-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p i the chessmen mars i science fiction novel mental sword physical pen wielding author edgar rice burroughs fifth installment barsoom series i the chessmen mars i tale wonder excellence follows john carter dejah thoris along daughter tara princess helium sought gahan jed gathol adventure perile ensue story unfolds p note prelude chapter 1 read two different readers variety spice life p summary tubeyes p |
| 1805 |
1778 |
2074 |
Comtesse d'Escarbagnas |
Molière |
Comedy |
<p>La Comtesse d'Escarbagnas est une comédie-ballet de Molière (musique de Charpentier et ballets de Beauchamp), commandée par Louis XIV pour le remariage de son frère avec la princesse palatine de Bavière, après son veuvage. Cette œuvre nous montre une provinciale, entichée de bonnes manières qu'elle se vante d'avoir apprises à Paris. On considère cette pièce comme le pendant féminin de Monsieur de Pourceaugnac.<br/> (de Wikipedia)</p><b>Personnages</b><br>\nLa Comtesse : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>\nLe Comte : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a><br>\nLe Vicomte : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1590">Jean Lambert</a><br>\nJulie : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br>\nMonsieur Tibaudier : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>\nMonsieur Harpin : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a><br>\nMonsieur Bobinet : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2596">Christian</a><br>\nAndrée : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br>\nJeannot : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2596">Christian</a><br>\nCriquet : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>\nNarratrice : <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br/><br/> |
French |
1671 |
https://librivox.org/la-comtesse-descarbagnas/ |
p la comtesse d escarbagnas est une comédie ballet de molière musique de charpentier et ballets de beauchamp commandée par louis xiv pour le remariage de son frère avec la princesse palatine de bavière après son veuvage cette œuvre nous montre une provinciale entichée de bonnes manières qu elle se vante d avoir apprises à paris considère cette pièce comme le pendant féminin de monsieur de pourceaugnac br de wikipedia p b personnages b br la comtesse a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br le comte a href http librivox org reader 1817 aldor a br le vicomte a href http librivox org reader 1590 jean lambert a br julie a href http librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br monsieur tibaudier a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br monsieur harpin a href http librivox org reader 1817 aldor a br monsieur bobinet a href http librivox org reader 2596 christian a br andrée a href http librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br jeannot a href http librivox org reader 2596 christian a br criquet a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br narratrice a href http librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br br |
| 1806 |
1779 |
2075 |
Bible (ASV) 30: Amos |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Amos is one of the books of the Nevi'im (Hebrew: "prophets") and of the Christian Old Testament. Amos is one of the minor prophets. Amos was the first biblical prophet whose words were recorded in a book, an older contemporary of Hoseah and Isaiah. He was active c 750 BC during the reign of Jeroboam II. He lived and prophesied in the southern kingdom of Judah. His major themes of social justice, God's omnipotence, and divine judgment became staples of prophecy." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-amos-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the book amos one books nevi im hebrew prophets christian old testament amos one minor prophets amos first biblical prophet whose words recorded book older contemporary hoseah isaiah active c 750 bc reign jeroboam ii lived prophesied southern kingdom judah major themes social justice god s omnipotence divine judgment became staples prophecy summary wikipedia p |
| 1807 |
1780 |
2076 |
Bible (ASV) 09: 1 Samuel |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
The Books of Samuel (Hebrew: Sefer Sh'muel ספר שמואל) are part of the Tanakh (part of Judaism's Hebrew Bible) and also of the Christian Old Testament. The work was originally written in Hebrew, and the Book(s) of Samuel originally formed a single text, as they are often considered today in Hebrew bibles. Together with what is now referred to as the Book(s) of Kings, the translators who created the Greek Septuagint divided the text into four books, which they named the Books of the Kingdoms. In the Latin Vulgate version, these then became the Books of the Kings, thus 1 and 2 Samuel were referred to as 1 and 2 Kings, with 3 and 4 Kings being what are called 1 and 2 Kings by the King James Bible and its successors. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-1-samuel-by-american-standard-version/ |
books samuel hebrew sefer sh muel ספר שמואל part tanakh part judaism s hebrew bible also christian old testament work originally written hebrew book s samuel originally formed single text often considered today hebrew bibles together referred book s kings translators created greek septuagint divided text four books named books kingdoms latin vulgate version became books kings thus 1 2 samuel referred 1 2 kings 3 4 kings called 1 2 kings king james bible successors summary wikipedia p |
| 1808 |
1781 |
2077 |
Persuasion (version 3) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>"All the privilege I claim for my own sex ... is that of loving longest, when existence or when hope is gone." In persuasion, her last novel, Austen explores the theme of postponed but enduring love, delayed by class boundaries and excessive pride. Anne Elliot, the story's aged (27 year old) heroine, suffers from a decision that was forced upon her several years ago—to break off a relationship with Capn. Frederick Wentworth, the man she deeply loved. As Austen examines the causes and consequences of this action, she sketches for us the social complexities of being part of the upper-middle-class in England at the beginning of the nineteenth century. (Summary by Moira Fogarty)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-by-jane-austen-3/ |
p all privilege claim sex loving longest existence hope gone persuasion last novel austen explores theme postponed enduring love delayed class boundaries excessive pride anne elliot story s aged 27 year old heroine suffers decision forced upon several years ago to break relationship capn frederick wentworth man deeply loved austen examines causes consequences action sketches us social complexities part upper middle class england beginning nineteenth century summary moira fogarty p |
| 1809 |
1782 |
2078 |
Cinema Murder |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Detective Fiction |
Phillip Romilly is a poor art teacher in London. He finds out that his wealthy cousin Douglas has been seeing his girl friend Beatrice behind his back. He strangles Douglas, throws him in the canal, and assumes his identity. Douglas had booked passage to America for the next day, so after a pleasant sea voyage Phillip arrives at the Waldorf Hotel in New York as Douglas Romilly. An hour after checking in he disappears again, and assumes yet another identity, one that his cousin had set up for himself. Douglas was facing massive financial problems, and he, too, had planned to avoid his problems by getting lost in the crowd in New York. Now, in chapter two…. (Summary by Maikki)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-cinema-murder-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
phillip romilly poor art teacher london finds wealthy cousin douglas seeing girl friend beatrice behind back strangles douglas throws canal assumes identity douglas booked passage america next day pleasant sea voyage phillip arrives waldorf hotel new york douglas romilly hour checking disappears again assumes yet another identity one cousin set himself douglas facing massive financial problems he too planned avoid problems getting lost crowd new york now chapter two summary maikki p |
| 1810 |
1783 |
2079 |
Varied Types |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Another delightful and sharply pointed excursion into the topics of the day, and of our day as well, with Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Here he uses his wit and mastery of paradox to bring into focus a number of historical persons who in many ways typify the people who presently shape our world and who in their own right have already shaped Western civilization. These reprinted magazine articles are filled with his good-natured wit and devastating ability to use <i>reductio ad absurdum</i> to destroy the popular myths that drive our society at full-speed into, and expose the utter nonsense that underlies, secular humanism. You will come away with yet another new collection of wonderful quotes.\n(Summary by Ray Clare)</p>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/varied-types-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p another delightful sharply pointed excursion topics day day well gilbert keith chesterton uses wit mastery paradox bring focus number historical persons many ways typify people presently shape world right already shaped western civilization reprinted magazine articles filled good natured wit devastating ability use i reductio ad absurdum i destroy popular myths drive society full speed into expose utter nonsense underlies secular humanism come away yet another new collection wonderful quotes summary ray clare p |
| 1811 |
1784 |
2080 |
Dere Mable |
Edward Streeter |
Epistolary Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>Bill is in training camp, preparing to go off to World War I. This book is a collection of love letters written to his sweetheart, Mable. The letters are humorous, mis-spelled, and have many stories of life in an army camp - all from Bill's unique perspective. (summary by Rob Kunkel)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/dere-mable-by-edward-streeter/ |
p bill training camp preparing go world war i book collection love letters written sweetheart mable letters humorous mis spelled many stories life army camp bill s unique perspective summary rob kunkel p |
| 1812 |
1785 |
2081 |
Märchen von dem Myrtenfräulein |
Clemens Brentano |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Märchen über ein Feenwesen, dass in einem Myrtenbaum lebt und einem Prinzen, der das Feenwesen liebt.(Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/das-maerchen-von-dem-myrtenfraeulein-by-clemens-brentano/ |
p märchen über ein feenwesen dass einem myrtenbaum lebt und einem prinzen der das feenwesen liebt summary wassermann p |
| 1813 |
1787 |
2083 |
Hymns to the Night |
Novalis |
Poetry |
<br />"Hymns to the Night" is the last published work of Georg Philipp Friedrich Freiherr von Hardenberg (1772-1801), the German philosopher and early Romantic poet whose pen name was simply “Novalis”. The work alternates poetry and prose, exploring a personal mythology of darkness and light, but it is also a free-associative chronicle of a young man rationalizing the untimely death of his fiancé. This version (1897) was translated by influential fantasy author and novelist George MacDonald, who cited it as a great – and early – inspiration. (Summary by Pete Williams)<br /><br /> "Hymns to the Night" is also available to Librivox listeners in the original German. </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/hymns-to-the-night-by-novalis/ |
br hymns night last published work georg philipp friedrich freiherr von hardenberg 1772 1801 german philosopher early romantic poet whose pen name simply novalis work alternates poetry prose exploring personal mythology darkness light also free associative chronicle young man rationalizing untimely death fiancé version 1897 translated influential fantasy author novelist george macdonald cited great early inspiration summary pete williams br br hymns night also available librivox listeners original german p |
| 1814 |
1788 |
2084 |
Ascension du mont Ventoux |
Francesco Petrarca |
Memoirs, Letters |
<p>Au printemps 1336, François Pétrarque entreprend avec son frère l'ascension du mont Ventoux, qui, de ses 1912 mètres, domine le Comtat Venaissin et la Provence. </p><p>C'est cette ascension et son pendant mystique que François Pétrarque relate, le jour même, dans une lettre datée du 26 avril, à son ami et confesseur Dionigi di Borgo San Sepolcro, lettre qui fut ensuite publiée sous le titre L'ascension du mont Ventoux. </p><p>Le texte original est en latin. Il a été traduit en français en 1880 par Victor Develay.</p> <p>(de Aldor)</p> |
French |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/lascension-du-mont-ventoux-by-francois-petrarque/ |
p au printemps 1336 françois pétrarque entreprend avec son frère l ascension du mont ventoux qui de ses 1912 mètres domine le comtat venaissin et la provence p p c est cette ascension et son pendant mystique que françois pétrarque relate le jour même dans une lettre datée du 26 avril à son ami et confesseur dionigi di borgo san sepolcro lettre qui fut ensuite publiée sous le titre l ascension du mont ventoux p p le texte original est en latin il été traduit en français en 1880 par victor develay p p de aldor p |
| 1815 |
1789 |
2085 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 002 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br />"Die Morithat" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-002-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br die morithat übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 p |
| 1816 |
1790 |
2086 |
Casanovas Heimfahrt |
Arthur Schnitzler |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Casanova ist 53 Jahre alt und wünscht sich nichts sehnlicher, als in seine Heimatstadt Venedig, aus der er einst verbannt worden ist, zurückzukehren und macht sich voller Hoffnung, dieser Bann werde bald aufgehoben, auf die Heimfahrt. Unterwegs begegnet er Olivo, dem Gatten einer ehemaligen Geliebten. Da Casanova Olivo einst zu viel Geld verholfen hat, lädt dieser ihn dankbar zu sich auf sein Landgut. Dort trifft Casanova nicht nur seine ehemalige Geliebte wieder, sondern auch eine betörende junge Schönheit namens Marcolina, die gleich in ihm die alte Leidenschaft erweckt. Casanova bietet dem durchs Kartenspiel hochverschuldeten Liebhaber der Marcolina, Leutnant Lorenzi, viel Geld, um unerkannt und verkleidet eine Nacht bei Marcolina verbringen zu dürfen -- Lorenzi willigt ein, nimmt das Geld und gibt Casanova im Tausch seinen Mantel. Mit diesem bekleidet begibt sich Casanova nach Einbruch der Dunkelheit auf das Zimmer Marcolinas, um noch einmal seine alte Leidenschaft zu entfesseln. Als am nächsten Morgen die ersten Sonnenstrahlen durch das Fenster fallen, erkennt Marcolina, mit wem sie die Nacht verbracht hat. Der fliehende Casanova wird nun von Lorenzi zum Duell gestellt, wobei Lorenzi den Fechtkünsten Casanovas unterliegt und fällt. Schließlich, nach all diesen Abenteuern, macht sich Casanova wieder auf den Weg in seine alte Heimatstadt Venedig... (Summary by ekyale)</p> |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/casanovas-heimfahrt-by-arthur-schnitzler/ |
p casanova ist 53 jahre alt und wünscht sich nichts sehnlicher als seine heimatstadt venedig aus der er einst verbannt worden ist zurückzukehren und macht sich voller hoffnung dieser bann werde bald aufgehoben auf die heimfahrt unterwegs begegnet er olivo dem gatten einer ehemaligen geliebten da casanova olivo einst zu viel geld verholfen hat lädt dieser ihn dankbar zu sich auf sein landgut dort trifft casanova nicht nur seine ehemalige geliebte wieder sondern auch eine betörende junge schönheit namens marcolina die gleich ihm die alte leidenschaft erweckt casanova bietet dem durchs kartenspiel hochverschuldeten liebhaber der marcolina leutnant lorenzi viel geld um unerkannt und verkleidet eine nacht bei marcolina verbringen zu dürfen lorenzi willigt ein nimmt das geld und gibt casanova im tausch seinen mantel mit diesem bekleidet begibt sich casanova nach einbruch der dunkelheit auf das zimmer marcolinas um noch einmal seine alte leidenschaft zu entfesseln als nächsten morgen die ersten sonnenstrahlen durch das fenster fallen erkennt marcolina mit wem sie die nacht verbracht hat der fliehende casanova wird nun von lorenzi zum duell gestellt wobei lorenzi den fechtkünsten casanovas unterliegt und fällt schließlich nach diesen abenteuern macht sich casanova wieder auf den weg seine alte heimatstadt venedig summary ekyale p |
| 1817 |
1791 |
2087 |
Bible (YLT) 08: Ruth |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<br /><p>Young's Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a "Revised Edition" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-ruth-from-youngs-literal-translation/ |
br p young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition summary wikipedia p |
| 1818 |
1792 |
2088 |
War and Peace, Book 08: 1811-1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-08-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 1819 |
1793 |
2089 |
Poems of William Blake |
William Blake |
Poetry |
Songs of Innocence and of Experience: Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul are two books of poetry by the English poet and painter, William Blake. Although Songs of Innocence was first published by itself in 1789, it is believed that Songs of Experience has always been published in conjunction with Innocence since its completion in 1794.<br><br>Songs of Innocence mainly consists of poems describing the innocence and joy of the natural world, advocating free love and a closer relationship with God, and most famously including Blake's poem The Lamb. Its poems have a generally light, upbeat and pastoral feel and are typically written from the perspective of children or written about them.<br><br>Directly contrasting this, Songs of Experience instead deals with the loss of innocence after exposure to the material world and all of its mortal sin during adult life, including works such as The Tyger. Poems here are darker, concentrating on more political and serious themes. Throughout both books, many poems fall into pairs, so that a similar situation or theme can be seen in both Innocence and Experience. Many of the poems appearing in Songs of Innocence have a counterpart in Songs of Experience with opposing perspectives of the world. The disastrous end of the French Revolution caused Blake to lose faith in the goodness of mankind, explaining much of the volume's sense of despair. Blake also believed that children lost their innocence through exploitation and from a religious community which put dogma before mercy. He did not, however, believe that children should be kept from becoming experienced entirely. In truth, he believed that children should indeed become experienced but through their own discoveries, which is reflected in a number of these poems. Blake believed that innocence and experience were "the two contrary states of the human soul", and that true innocence was impossible without experience.<br><br>\nThe Book of Thel is a poem by William Blake, dated 1789 and probably worked on in the period 1788 to 1790. It is illustrated by his own plates, and is relatively short and easy to understand, compared to his later prophetic books. The metre is a fourteen-syllable line. It was preceded by Tiriel, which Blake left in manuscript. A few lines from Tiriel were incorporated into The Book of Thel. This book consists of eight plates executed in illuminated printing. 15 copies of original print of 1789-1793 are known. Two copies have watermark of 1815, which are more elaborately colored than the others. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-william-blake-by-william-blake/ |
songs innocence experience shewing two contrary states human soul two books poetry english poet painter william blake although songs innocence first published 1789 believed songs experience always published conjunction innocence since completion 1794 br br songs innocence mainly consists poems describing innocence joy natural world advocating free love closer relationship god famously including blake s poem lamb poems generally light upbeat pastoral feel typically written perspective children written them br br directly contrasting this songs experience instead deals loss innocence exposure material world mortal sin adult life including works tyger poems darker concentrating political serious themes throughout books many poems fall pairs similar situation theme seen innocence experience many poems appearing songs innocence counterpart songs experience opposing perspectives world disastrous end french revolution caused blake lose faith goodness mankind explaining much volume s sense despair blake also believed children lost innocence exploitation religious community put dogma mercy not however believe children kept becoming experienced entirely truth believed children indeed become experienced discoveries reflected number poems blake believed innocence experience the two contrary states human soul true innocence impossible without experience br br book thel poem william blake dated 1789 probably worked period 1788 1790 illustrated plates relatively short easy understand compared later prophetic books metre fourteen syllable line preceded tiriel blake left manuscript lines tiriel incorporated book thel book consists eight plates executed illuminated printing 15 copies original print 1789 1793 known two copies watermark 1815 elaborately colored others summary wikipedia p |
| 1820 |
1794 |
2090 |
Constant Lover |
Sir John Suckling |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />Sir John Suckling (1609-42) was one of the Cavalier poets at the court of King Charles I of England. He took up arms in the conflicts of that era but was said to be more fit for the boudoir than the battlefield. He was a prolific lover, a sparkling wit and an excessive gamester and is credited with inventing the card game, Cribbage. Cavalier poetry was witty, decorous and sometimes naughty. The Constant Lover displays these elements as well as Suckling's conversational ease and charm.<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-constant-lover-by-sir-john-suckling/ |
br sir john suckling 1609 42 one cavalier poets court king charles england took arms conflicts era said fit boudoir battlefield prolific lover sparkling wit excessive gamester credited inventing card game cribbage cavalier poetry witty decorous sometimes naughty constant lover displays elements well suckling s conversational ease charm br br |
| 1821 |
1795 |
2091 |
Comic History of the United States |
Bill Nye |
History , Humor |
<p>This text takes the reader on a comical journey from the time of the first European settlement through the Civil War. The author's caustic wit is evident throughout the book in his numerous sarcastic and humorous remarks. The reader will enjoy a "different" type of history book based on facts, yet caustically embellished for entertainment purposes.\n(Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/comic-history-of-the-united-states-by-bill-nye/ |
p this text takes reader comical journey time first european settlement civil war author s caustic wit evident throughout book numerous sarcastic humorous remarks reader enjoy different type history book based facts yet caustically embellished entertainment purposes summary allyson hester p |
| 1822 |
1796 |
2092 |
As You Like It |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<br /><p>One of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, <em>As You Like It</em> is a pastoral comedy of mistaken identity, wit, and love. Daughter of a banished duke and forced to flee the court, Rosalind hides in the Forest of Arden disguised as a man. When her true love Orlando also shows up in the forest, she courts him without revealing her identity. Meanwhile, Phebe mistakenly falls in love with her disguise, Silvius pines for Phebe, Jacques philosophizes, and Touchstone makes fun of it all, and love and happiness triumph (for the most part) as Rosalind orchestrates a happy ending amid the confusion. (Summary by Rosalind Wills)</p>\n<p><strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nDuke Senior – <a >hefyd</a><br />\nDuke Frederick – <a >Chugosh</a><br />\nAmiens – <a >Cecelia Prior</a><br />\nJaques – <a >Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLe Beau – <a >Simon Larois</a><br />\nCharles – <a >Leon Mire</a><br />\nOliver – <a >Larysa Jaworski</a><br />\nJacques du Boys and Second Lord – <a >David Lawrence</a><br />\nOrlando – <a >mb</a><br />\nAdam – <a >Brian Edwards</a><br />\nDennis – <a >Annoying Twit</a><br />\nTouchstone – <a >Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nSir Oliver Martext – <a >Aaron Elliott</a><br />\nCorin – <a >Sibella Denton</a><br />\nSilvius – <a >David Nicol</a><br />\nWilliam – <a >Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nHymen – <a >Lorelle Anderson</a><br />\nRosalind – <a >Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nCelia – <a >Philippa</a><br />\nPhebe – <a >Charlene V. Smith</a><br />\nAudrey – <a >Mindy H</a><br />\nFirst Lord – <a >Mirza</a><br />\nFirst Page – <a >Ruth Golding</a><br />\nSecond Page – <a >David O'Connell</a><br />\nForester – <a >pla303</a><br />\nStage directions – <a >Laurie Anne Walden</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by Rosalind Wills</p>\n |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/as-you-like-it-by-william-shakespeare/ |
br p one shakespeare s popular plays em as like it em pastoral comedy mistaken identity wit love daughter banished duke forced flee court rosalind hides forest arden disguised man true love orlando also shows forest courts without revealing identity meanwhile phebe mistakenly falls love disguise silvius pines phebe jacques philosophizes touchstone makes fun all love happiness triumph for part rosalind orchestrates happy ending amid confusion summary rosalind wills p p strong cast strong br duke senior a hefyd a br duke frederick a chugosh a br amiens a cecelia prior a br jaques a elizabeth klett a br le beau a simon larois a br charles a leon mire a br oliver a larysa jaworski a br jacques du boys second lord a david lawrence a br orlando a mb a br adam a brian edwards a br dennis a annoying twit a br touchstone a mark f smith a br sir oliver martext a aaron elliott a br corin a sibella denton a br silvius a david nicol a br william a ernst pattynama a br hymen a lorelle anderson a br rosalind a rosalind wills a br celia a philippa a br phebe a charlene v smith a br audrey a mindy h a br first lord a mirza a br first page a ruth golding a br second page a david o connell a br forester a pla303 a br stage directions a laurie anne walden a p p audio edited rosalind wills p |
| 1823 |
1797 |
2093 |
Messieurs les ronds-de-cuir |
Georges Courteline |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Messieurs les ronds-de-cuir, de Georges Courteline, parut, pour la première fois, en feuilleton, dans l'Echo de Paris, au cours des années 1891-1892. Une version légèrement remaniée fut éditée, sous forme de livre, par Flammarion, en 1893.</p><p> Le livre, constitué d'une suite de cinq tableaux, narre la vie de quelques employés d'un service administratif - celui des Dons et Legs - dont l'activité, suivie pendant quelques jours, dresse, sous le mode de la comédie, une satire féroce du monde des employés de bureau.<br/> (par Aldor)</p> |
French |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/messieurs-les-ronds-de-cuir-by-georges-courteline/ |
p messieurs les ronds de cuir de georges courteline parut pour la première fois en feuilleton dans l echo de paris au cours des années 1891 1892 une version légèrement remaniée fut éditée sous forme de livre par flammarion en 1893 p p le livre constitué d une suite de cinq tableaux narre la vie de quelques employés d un service administratif celui des dons et legs dont l activité suivie pendant quelques jours dresse sous le mode de la comédie une satire féroce du monde des employés de bureau br par aldor p |
| 1824 |
1798 |
2094 |
Tree-Dwellers |
Katharine Elizabeth Dopp |
School |
<p>Katharine E. Dopp was well-known as a teacher and writer of children's textbooks at the turn of the 20th Century. She was among the first educators to encourage the incorporation of physical and practical activity into the elementary school curriculum at a time when such activities were becoming less commonplace in a child's home environment. <i>The Tree-Dwellers - The Age of Fear</i> is the first in a series of elementary school texts written by Ms. Dopp that focus on the anthropological development of early human groups. Each lesson begins by posing a few questions for the child to think about, then factual information about these early humans is presented in story form using language a 6-7 yr old child can easily read and understand, followed by suggested activities that will help the child to experience first-hand some of the points presented in the story. The book also contains suggestions and references for teachers to aid in the successful use of the text. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-tree-dwellers-by-katharine-e-dopp/ |
p katharine e dopp well known teacher writer children s textbooks turn 20th century among first educators encourage incorporation physical practical activity elementary school curriculum time activities becoming less commonplace child s home environment i the tree dwellers age fear i first series elementary school texts written ms dopp focus anthropological development early human groups lesson begins posing questions child think about factual information early humans presented story form using language 6 7 yr old child easily read understand followed suggested activities help child experience first hand points presented story book also contains suggestions references teachers aid successful use text summary j m smallheer p |
| 1825 |
1801 |
2097 |
Hampstead Mystery |
Arthur J. Rees |
Detective Fiction |
<b>A murder whodunit... <br />Location:</b> Hampstead, England. <br /><b>Victim:</b> Sir Horace Fewbanks, a distinguished High Court judge. Cause of death: gun shot wound. <br /><b>Investigator:</b> Private Detective Crewe, a wealthy bachelor who has taken up crime detection as a hobby, because it provides intellectual challenges more satisfying even than playing twelve simultaneous boards against Russian chess champion Turgieff. <br /><b>His sidekick:</b> Joe is a fourteen year old Cockney boy, whom Crewe saved from a life of crime by hiring him as a messenger-boy and shadower. <br /><b>Other whodunit elements:</b> clues galore, suspects in abundance, an inquest, a trial, and an elegant resolution. (Summary by Maikki)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-hampstead-mystery-by-john-r-watson-and-arthur-j-rees/ |
b a murder whodunit br location b hampstead england br b victim b sir horace fewbanks distinguished high court judge cause death gun shot wound br b investigator b private detective crewe wealthy bachelor taken crime detection hobby provides intellectual challenges satisfying even playing twelve simultaneous boards russian chess champion turgieff br b his sidekick b joe fourteen year old cockney boy crewe saved life crime hiring messenger boy shadower br b other whodunit elements b clues galore suspects abundance inquest trial elegant resolution summary maikki p |
| 1826 |
1802 |
2098 |
Stilpe. Ein Roman aus der Froschperspektive |
Otto Julius Bierbaum |
General Fiction |
<p>Die tragikomische Geschichte des Willibald Stilpe vom Schüler über den Revolutionär und Kritiker bis zum makabren Ende.<br>1897 erschien dieser auf den Kopf gestellte Bildungsroman, in dem der Titelheld seinen Niedergang als Dichter und Rezensent zugleich auf einer kleinen vernachlässigten Bühne feiert. "Stilpe" gilt als Grundlage für das erste deutsche Kabarett, das Überbrettl.<br>(Summary by Wolfgang und Janie No. 5)</p> |
German |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/stilpe-ein-roman-aus-der-froschperspektive-by-otto-julius-bierbaum/ |
p die tragikomische geschichte des willibald stilpe vom schüler über den revolutionär und kritiker bis zum makabren ende br 1897 erschien dieser auf den kopf gestellte bildungsroman dem der titelheld seinen niedergang als dichter und rezensent zugleich auf einer kleinen vernachlässigten bühne feiert stilpe gilt als grundlage für das erste deutsche kabarett das überbrettl br summary wolfgang und janie no 5 p |
| 1827 |
1803 |
2099 |
Expressman and the Detective |
Allan Pinkerton |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Allan Pinkerton (1819-1884), a Scotsman by birth and a barrel-maker by trade, settled in Chicago in its infancy and founded the Pinkertons, the world's first detective agency. Though events associated with the agency after his death have tarnished the name, Pinkerton himself was one of the original human rights advocates. He was a dear friend to John Brown, an advisor to Abraham Lincoln, and 80 years ahead of his time in hiring female detectives. He was also stubborn, irascible, and an egomaniac.<br></br>The Expressman and the Detective (1874) is Pinkerton's first attempt at putting his real-life experiences into novel form. Though many later works attributed to Pinkerton are understood to have been ghostwritten, this is the work of the man the London Times calls "a man at once deeply admirable and quite obnoxious." (Summary by Pete Williams)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-expressman-and-the-detective-by-allan-pinkerton/ |
p allan pinkerton 1819 1884 scotsman birth barrel maker trade settled chicago infancy founded pinkertons world s first detective agency though events associated agency death tarnished name pinkerton one original human rights advocates dear friend john brown advisor abraham lincoln 80 years ahead time hiring female detectives also stubborn irascible egomaniac br br the expressman detective 1874 pinkerton s first attempt putting real life experiences novel form though many later works attributed pinkerton understood ghostwritten work man london times calls a man deeply admirable quite obnoxious summary pete williams p |
| 1828 |
1804 |
2100 |
String of Pearls |
Unknown |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The tale of Sweeney Todd has had many incarnations, most famously the stage and movie musical by Stephen Sondheim. But it all started in 1846 with a serialized telling of the story titled “The String of Pearls” in the weekly magazine “The People's Periodical and Family Library”. Called by some a romance, by others a horror story, it is one of the earliest murder mysteries. In “The String of Pearls”, Sweeney Todd is less sympathetic than in some of his later incarnations – a perfect villain, totally self-seeking with no redeeming qualities. How the deeds of Todd are uncovered and how he is brought to justice make a most intriguing tale, but one probably not suited for the very young and certainly not for the squeamish. (Summary by John Lieder).</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-string-of-pearls-by-unknown/ |
p the tale sweeney todd many incarnations famously stage movie musical stephen sondheim started 1846 serialized telling story titled the string pearls weekly magazine the people s periodical family library called romance others horror story one earliest murder mysteries the string pearls sweeney todd less sympathetic later incarnations perfect villain totally self seeking redeeming qualities deeds todd uncovered brought justice make intriguing tale one probably suited young certainly squeamish summary john lieder p |
| 1829 |
1805 |
2101 |
Shakespeare's Sonnets (version 4) |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
Shakespeare's sequence of 154 sonnets deals with such themes as love, time, death, immortality, lust, and sex. The poems follow but also depart from the Petrarchan tradition of sonnets written by a frustrated male lover to an unattainable idealized female beloved. Shakespeare's sonnets are addressed to both male and female lovers: the androgynous "young man" and the alluring yet dangerously sexual "dark lady." (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<p> |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
shakespeare s sequence 154 sonnets deals themes love time death immortality lust sex poems follow also depart petrarchan tradition sonnets written frustrated male lover unattainable idealized female beloved shakespeare s sonnets addressed male female lovers androgynous young man alluring yet dangerously sexual dark lady summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1830 |
1815 |
2111 |
Warme Polarland |
Ernst Constantin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>Ähnlich Jules Verne in seinem Roman "Reise zum Mittelpunkt der Erde", so führt uns auch Ernst Constantin in die Urtümliche Welt der Dinosaurier zurück. Als Handlungsort hat Ernst Constantin die damals noch unerforschte Polarregion gewählt. Sicherlich mit ein Grund, warum der Roman heute in Vergessenheit geraten ist.(Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/das-warme-polarland-by-ernst-constantin/ |
p ähnlich jules verne seinem roman reise zum mittelpunkt der erde führt uns auch ernst constantin die urtümliche welt der dinosaurier zurück als handlungsort hat ernst constantin die damals noch unerforschte polarregion gewählt sicherlich mit ein grund warum der roman heute vergessenheit geraten ist summary wassermann p |
| 1831 |
9935 |
10573 |
Captive Dove |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry |
Many victorian women felt trapped by the role society gave them. So did Anne Bronte. This is a poem about lonleyness, and about feeling caged. A poem which would bring tears to your eyes. - Summary by Stav Nisser </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-captive-dove-by-anne-bronte/ |
many victorian women felt trapped role society gave them anne bronte poem lonleyness feeling caged poem would bring tears eyes summary stav nisser p |
| 1832 |
1806 |
2102 |
Dombey and Son |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
<p>Charles Dickens the author of Dombey and Son, originally wrote the book in installments which were published from October 1846 to April 1848 under the title Dealings with the Firm of Dombey and Son: Wholesale, Retail and for Exportation. <br><br>\nThe story centers around Paul Dombey, the stern owner of the Firm. He is totally immersed in having his newly born son continue the business, and entirely neglects his daughter Florence. Tragedy occurs, and Florence’s plight worsens. As the years go by, Mr. Dombey sees to it that the man she loves, his employee, is sent far away. Mr Dombey remarries, but his marriage is eventually destroyed, his fortune gone, he becomes destitute. Finally he accepts help from his daughter, and life changes for him. Many wonderful characters interweave the tale, as in all Dickens literary masterpieces. (Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/dombey-and-son-by-charles-dickens/ |
p charles dickens author dombey son originally wrote book installments published october 1846 april 1848 title dealings firm dombey son wholesale retail exportation br br story centers around paul dombey stern owner firm totally immersed newly born son continue business entirely neglects daughter florence tragedy occurs florence s plight worsens years go by mr dombey sees man loves employee sent far away mr dombey remarries marriage eventually destroyed fortune gone becomes destitute finally accepts help daughter life changes him many wonderful characters interweave tale dickens literary masterpieces summary mil nicholson p |
| 1833 |
1807 |
2103 |
Mont-Blanc-Besteigung |
Paul Verne |
Travel & Geography |
Paul Verne war der Bruder von Jules Verne. Er verfaßte für die Buch Reihe seines Bruders zwei Reiseberichte, die zusammen mit Jules Verne Romanen in Sammelbänden erschienen sind. Der vorliegende Bericht schildert die Mont-Blanc-Besteigung von Paul Verne im Jahr 1871. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/eine-mont-blanc-besteigung-by-paul-verne/ |
paul verne war der bruder von jules verne er verfaßte für die buch reihe seines bruders zwei reiseberichte die zusammen mit jules verne romanen sammelbänden erschienen sind der vorliegende bericht schildert die mont blanc besteigung von paul verne im jahr 1871 summary wassermann p |
| 1834 |
1808 |
2104 |
Memoirs of Colonel John S. Mosby |
John S. Mosby |
Memoirs |
<p>This is not a work of fiction! These are the actual memoirs of a legendary leader of partisans who bedeviled the Union army for years, almost within sight of the capitol. With only a few local men under command, John Singleton Mosby's ability to strike fast and then melt away before an effective pursuit could be organized kept the Yankee forces awake and often snarled in knots. With daring feats like capturing a Yankee general out of his bed within his defended headquarters, Mosby made his name a synonym for guerrilla warfare. Even today you can purchase in Middleburg, Virginia, a map showing "Mosby's Confederacy."\n<BR><BR>\nThe mettle of the man may be judged by the enemies he kept. Said General Joseph Hooker, "I may here state that while at Fairfax Court House my cavalry was reinforced by that of Major-General Stahel. The latter numbered 6,100 sabres. . . . The force opposed to them was Mosby's guerrillas, numbering about 200, and, if the reports of the newspapers were to be believed, this whole party was killed two or three times during the winter. From the time I took command of the army of the Potomac, there was no evidence that any force of the enemy, other than the above-named, was within 100 miles of Washington City; and yet the planks on the chain bridge were taken up at night the greater part of the winter and spring."\n<BR><BR>\nMosby outraged many of his Southern admirers after the war when he publicly endorsed General U.S. Grant for President. After an appointment as U.S. Consul to Hong Kong and a 16-year career with the Southern Pacific Railroad, he came to Washington as an assistant attorney in the Department of Justice. Loyal to the end to his commander, J.E.B. Stuart, Mosby also answered accusations that Stuart's grandstanding cost Lee the battle of Gettysburg.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-colonel-john-s-mosby-by-john-s-mosby/ |
p this work fiction actual memoirs legendary leader partisans bedeviled union army years almost within sight capitol local men command john singleton mosby s ability strike fast melt away effective pursuit could organized kept yankee forces awake often snarled knots daring feats like capturing yankee general bed within defended headquarters mosby made name synonym guerrilla warfare even today purchase middleburg virginia map showing mosby s confederacy br br mettle man may judged enemies kept said general joseph hooker i may state fairfax court house cavalry reinforced major general stahel latter numbered 6 100 sabres force opposed mosby s guerrillas numbering 200 and reports newspapers believed whole party killed two three times winter time took command army potomac evidence force enemy above named within 100 miles washington city yet planks chain bridge taken night greater part winter spring br br mosby outraged many southern admirers war publicly endorsed general u s grant president appointment u s consul hong kong 16 year career southern pacific railroad came washington assistant attorney department justice loyal end commander j e b stuart mosby also answered accusations stuart s grandstanding cost lee battle gettysburg p |
| 1835 |
1809 |
2105 |
Trois Mousquetaires |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Le roman raconte les aventures d'un gascon désargenté de 18 ans, d'Artagnan, monté à Paris faire carrière. Il se lie d'amitié avec Athos, Porthos et Aramis, mousquetaires du roi Louis XIII. Ces quatre hommes vont s'opposer au premier ministre, le Cardinal de Richelieu et à ses agents, dont la belle et mystérieuse Milady de Winter, pour sauver l'honneur de la reine de France Anne d'Autriche. Avec ses nombreux combats et ses rebondissements romanesques, Les Trois mousquetaires est l'exemple type du roman de cape et d'épée. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/les-trois-mousquetaires-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
le roman raconte les aventures d un gascon désargenté de 18 ans d artagnan monté à paris faire carrière il se lie d amitié avec athos porthos et aramis mousquetaires du roi louis xiii ces quatre hommes vont s opposer au premier ministre le cardinal de richelieu et à ses agents dont la belle et mystérieuse milady de winter pour sauver l honneur de la reine de france anne d autriche avec ses nombreux combats et ses rebondissements romanesques les trois mousquetaires est l exemple type du roman de cape et d épée summary wikipedia p |
| 1836 |
1810 |
2106 |
Eighteenth Century Poetry and Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>A collection of prose and poetry written principally in the 18th Century. These works of world literature are written in the English language or are in English translation. (Summary by Alan Davis Drake)<br/><br/>\n\nNOTE: Poem 35, “Hills of Home,” was written around 1922 and is therefore not an 18th Century poem.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/eighteenth-century-poetry-and-prose-collection/ |
p a collection prose poetry written principally 18th century works world literature written english language english translation summary alan davis drake br br note poem 35 hills home written around 1922 therefore 18th century poem p |
| 1837 |
1811 |
2107 |
Little Bear |
Laura Rountree Smith |
Animals & Nature |
A story for children about a little bear with no name, “there were not enough names to go round,” and his adventures in finding one. (Summary by Carolyn Frances)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/little-bear-by-laura-rountree-smith/ |
story children little bear name there enough names go round adventures finding one summary carolyn frances p |
| 1838 |
1812 |
2108 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 003 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br />"Christbaum und Hochzeit" übersetzt von Alexander Eliasberg (1878-1924)<br>"Rosa" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-003-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br christbaum und hochzeit übersetzt von alexander eliasberg 1878 1924 br rosa übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 p |
| 1839 |
1813 |
2109 |
She Dwelt among the Untrodden Ways |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <em>She Dwelt among the Untrodden Ways</em> by William Wordsworth. This was the weekly poem for the week of May 4th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/she-dwelt-among-the-untrodden-ways-by-william-wordsworth/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings em she dwelt among untrodden ways em william wordsworth weekly poem week may 4th 2008 br br |
| 1840 |
1817 |
2113 |
Story of Abraham Lincoln |
Mary Agnes Hamilton |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>In this biography for young adults, Mary A. Hamilton gives a British person’s perspective on the 16th President of the United States. A glowing tribute to “Honest Abe”, the author traces Lincoln’s ancestral roots and recounts his birth in Kentucky, his youth in Indiana, his adult life in Illinois and his years in the White House. She also provides a good background on the causes and course of the American Civil War.\n<BR><BR>\nHamilton is not always historically precise. For example, she erroneously names Jefferson Davis as the Southern Democratic candidate for president running against Lincoln and Douglas in 1860 rather than John C. Breckinridge. However, overall “The Story of Abraham Lincoln” is a good summarization and interesting account of the life, values and politics of Lincoln.\n<BR><BR>\nCautions: Chapter 7 contains a single use of an epithet for African-Americans in a quotation from a British magazine. Chapter 8 ends with an example of a stereotypical Southern black dialect which many may find offensive. (Summary by John Lieder.)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-abraham-lincoln-by-mary-a-hamilton/ |
p in biography young adults mary a hamilton gives british person s perspective 16th president united states glowing tribute honest abe author traces lincoln s ancestral roots recounts birth kentucky youth indiana adult life illinois years white house also provides good background causes course american civil war br br hamilton always historically precise example erroneously names jefferson davis southern democratic candidate president running lincoln douglas 1860 rather john c breckinridge however overall the story abraham lincoln good summarization interesting account life values politics lincoln br br cautions chapter 7 contains single use epithet african americans quotation british magazine chapter 8 ends example stereotypical southern black dialect many may find offensive summary john lieder p |
| 1841 |
1818 |
2114 |
Four Great Americans |
James Baldwin |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Written for children, James Baldwin's history of Washington, Franklin, Webster, and Lincoln brings these men to life in a way that will be interesting for adults as well. The stories touch on the little humanities of the great men, rather than dwelling on the great works and great events of their lifetimes, without ignoring the latter. (Summary written by Sibella Denton)\n_________________</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/four-great-americans-by-james-baldwin/ |
written children james baldwin s history washington franklin webster lincoln brings men life way interesting adults well stories touch little humanities great men rather dwelling great works great events lifetimes without ignoring latter summary written sibella denton _________________ p |
| 1842 |
1819 |
2115 |
Bear Creek Collection Volume 1 |
Robert E. Howard |
Westerns, Single Author Collections |
Breckinridge Elkins is the roughest, toughest, fastest-shootin', hardest-fightin' feller in the Bear Creek settlement, and probably in the entire Humbolt Mountains. As he travels further from home, he single-handedly takes on outlaws, settles (and starts) feuds and tries his hand at romancing the girls. He also discovers a lot of strange customs among other folks, such as building houses out of boards and wearing clothes that ain't buckskins. Set in Nevada during the late 1800's, this collection of stories is a great rollicking romp through the American frontier as seen through the eyes of one of the most enjoyable characters created in the history of tall tales. (Summary by RK Wilcox)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bear-creek-collection-vol-01-by-robert-e-howard/ |
breckinridge elkins roughest toughest fastest shootin hardest fightin feller bear creek settlement probably entire humbolt mountains travels home single handedly takes outlaws settles and starts feuds tries hand romancing girls also discovers lot strange customs among folks building houses boards wearing clothes ain t buckskins set nevada late 1800 s collection stories great rollicking romp american frontier seen eyes one enjoyable characters created history tall tales summary rk wilcox p |
| 1843 |
1820 |
2116 |
Lock and Key Library |
Various |
Detective Fiction |
A collection of classic mystery and detective stories, collected and edited by Julian Hawthorne.<br><br>Note: the second chapter of Dickens’ The Haunted House is not included in this edition. <br><br>(Summary by Julie VW)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-lock-and-key-library-by-various/ |
collection classic mystery detective stories collected edited julian hawthorne br br note second chapter dickens haunted house included edition br br summary julie vw p |
| 1844 |
1821 |
2117 |
Geschichte des dreißigjährigen Kriegs |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>Schiller (1759 - 1805), einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramatiker, studierte zunächst Medizin, wirkte auch als Philosoph und Historiker. Seine in meisterhaftem Deutsch geschriebene Geschichte des dreißigjährigen Kriegs gibt tiefe Einblicke in diesen und seine weitreichenden Folgen. Summary by redaer) </p> |
German |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-dreisigjahrigen-kriegs-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p schiller 1759 1805 einer der weimarer klassiker bekannt als dichter und dramatiker studierte zunächst medizin wirkte auch als philosoph und historiker seine meisterhaftem deutsch geschriebene geschichte des dreißigjährigen kriegs gibt tiefe einblicke diesen und seine weitreichenden folgen summary redaer p |
| 1845 |
1822 |
2118 |
9/11 Commission Report |
The 9/11 Commission |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
<p>9/11 Commission Report, formally titled Final Report of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, is the official report of the events leading up to the September 11, 2001 attacks. It was prepared by the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (informally sometimes known as the "9/11 Commission" or the "Kean/Zelikow Commission") at the request of the President of the United States and Congress. </p>\n\n<p>The commission convened on November 26, 2002 (441 days after the attack) and their final report was issued on July 22, 2004</p> |
English |
2004 |
https://librivox.org/the-911-commission-report-by-the-911-commission/ |
p 9 11 commission report formally titled final report national commission terrorist attacks upon united states official report events leading september 11 2001 attacks prepared national commission terrorist attacks upon united states informally sometimes known 9 11 commission kean zelikow commission request president united states congress p p the commission convened november 26 2002 441 days attack final report issued july 22 2004 p |
| 1846 |
1823 |
2119 |
What I Believe |
Leo Tolstoy |
Philosophy, Religion |
<p>"The inner working of my soul, which I wish to speak of here, was not the result of a methodical investigation of doctrinal theology, or of the actual texts of the gospel; it was a sudden removal of all that hid the true meaning of the Christian doctrine – a momentary flash of light, which made everything clear to me. It was something like that which might happen to a man who, after vainly attempting, by a false plan, to build up a statue out of a confused heap of small pieces of marble, suddenly guesses at the figure they are intended to form by the shape of the largest piece; and then, on beginning to set up the statue, finds his guess confirmed by the harmonious joining in of the various pieces." (Extract from Chapter 1)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/what-i-believe-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p the inner working soul wish speak here result methodical investigation doctrinal theology actual texts gospel sudden removal hid true meaning christian doctrine momentary flash light made everything clear me something like might happen man who vainly attempting false plan build statue confused heap small pieces marble suddenly guesses figure intended form shape largest piece then beginning set statue finds guess confirmed harmonious joining various pieces extract chapter 1 p |
| 1847 |
1935 |
2237 |
Thrush Before Dawn |
Alice Meynell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of <em>A Thrush Before Dawn</em> by Alice Meynell. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 8th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-thrush-before-dawn-by-alice-meynell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings em a thrush dawn em alice meynell weekly poetry project week june 8th 2008 br br |
| 1848 |
1824 |
2120 |
Eustace Diamonds |
Anthony Trollope |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Lizzie Greystock, a fortune-hunter who ensnares the sickly, dissipated Sir Florian Eustace, is soon left a very wealthy widow and mother. While clever and beautiful, Lizzie has several character flaws; the greatest of these is an almost pathological delight in lying, even when it cannot benefit her. Before he dies, the disillusioned Sir Florian discovers all this, but does not think to change the generous terms of his will.<br/><br/>\n\nThe diamonds of the book's title are a necklace, a Eustace family heirloom that Sir Florian gave to Lizzie to wear. Lizzie attempts to hold onto them, much to the irritation of the longtime family lawyer, Mr Camperdown. The Eustaces find themselves in an awkward position. On the one hand, the diamonds are a valuable heirloom to which Lizzie may not have a legal claim, but on the other, they do not want to antagonize the mother of the heir to the family estate (Lizzie having only a life interest).<br/><br/>\n\nMeanwhile, after a respectable period of mourning, Lizzie searches for another husband, and "the plot thickens". (Summary from Wikipedia)</p><p>This is the third of Trollope’s six “Palliser” novels. LibriVox recordings of other novels in the series are available:<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/can-you-forgive-her-by-anthony-trollope/">1-Can You Forgive Her?</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phinneas-finn-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Phineas Finn, the Irish Member</a><br>\n3-The Eustace Diamonds<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Phineas Redux</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Prime Minister</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Duke’s Children</a></p>\n |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-eustace-diamonds-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p lizzie greystock fortune hunter ensnares sickly dissipated sir florian eustace soon left wealthy widow mother clever beautiful lizzie several character flaws greatest almost pathological delight lying even cannot benefit her dies disillusioned sir florian discovers this think change generous terms will br br diamonds book s title necklace eustace family heirloom sir florian gave lizzie wear lizzie attempts hold onto them much irritation longtime family lawyer mr camperdown eustaces find awkward position one hand diamonds valuable heirloom lizzie may legal claim other want antagonize mother heir family estate lizzie life interest br br meanwhile respectable period mourning lizzie searches another husband the plot thickens summary wikipedia p p this third trollope s six palliser novels librivox recordings novels series available br a href http librivox org can you forgive her by anthony trollope 1 can forgive her a br a href http librivox org phinneas finn by anthony trollope 2 phineas finn irish member a br 3 the eustace diamonds br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 4 phineas redux a br a href http librivox org the prime minister by anthony trollope 5 the prime minister a br a href http librivox org the prime minister by anthony trollope 6 the duke s children a p |
| 1849 |
1825 |
2122 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 009 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches, news items and reports included in these collections are independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, philosophy, nature, religion, etc. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-009/ |
collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches news items reports included collections independently selected readers topics encompass history politics philosophy nature religion etc p |
| 1850 |
1826 |
2123 |
Importance of Being Earnest (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
Oscar Fingal O’Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854 – 1900) was an Irish playwright, novelist, poet, and author of short stories. Known for his barbed wit, he was one of the most successful playwrights of late Victorian London, and one of the greatest celebrities of his day. <br /><br />In Wilde’s classic play The Importance of Being Earnest, Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff discover the perils of love, assumed identities, and telling the truth. (Summary by Toby Paradis and Wikipedia)<br /><br /><b>LibriVox cast:</b><br />John Worthing, J.P.: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2700">Hans-Stefan Ducharme</a><br>Algernon Moncrieff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2697">Simon Ferland</a><br>Rev. Canon Chasuble, D.D.: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2280">Toby Paradis</a><br>Merriman, Butler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2280">Toby Paradis</a><br>Lane, Manservant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2280">Toby Paradis</a><br>Lady Bracknell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2698">Sarah A. Farnham</a><br>Hon. Gwendolen Fairfax: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2701">Nyssa Gatcombe</a><br>Cecily Cardew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2699">Rebecca Bailey</a><br>Miss Prism, Governess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2702">Eileen Nadeau</a><br />Sound Tech - Keagan Rae</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-importance-of-being-earnest-version-2-by-oscar-wilde/ |
oscar fingal o flahertie wills wilde 1854 1900 irish playwright novelist poet author short stories known barbed wit one successful playwrights late victorian london one greatest celebrities day br br in wilde s classic play importance earnest jack worthing algernon moncrieff discover perils love assumed identities telling truth summary toby paradis wikipedia br br b librivox cast b br john worthing j p a href https librivox org reader 2700 hans stefan ducharme a br algernon moncrieff a href https librivox org reader 2697 simon ferland a br rev canon chasuble d d a href https librivox org reader 2280 toby paradis a br merriman butler a href https librivox org reader 2280 toby paradis a br lane manservant a href https librivox org reader 2280 toby paradis a br lady bracknell a href https librivox org reader 2698 sarah a farnham a br hon gwendolen fairfax a href https librivox org reader 2701 nyssa gatcombe a br cecily cardew a href https librivox org reader 2699 rebecca bailey a br miss prism governess a href https librivox org reader 2702 eileen nadeau a br sound tech keagan rae p |
| 1851 |
1827 |
2124 |
Auf zwei Planeten |
Kurd Laßwitz |
Science Fiction |
Als die Wissenschaftler Saltner, Grunthe und Thorm in einem Ballon aufbrechen, um den Nordpol zu erforschen, ahnen sie nicht, dass ihnen eine weit größere Entdeckung bevorsteht. Am Pol finden sie eine Station der Bewohner des Mars, die sich selbst Nume nennen. Von hier aus erforschen sie die Erde, die sie Ba nennen, und deren Bewohner, die Bate.<BR>Der Ballon verunglückt, Saltner und Grunthe werden von den Numen gerettet, doch Thorms Schicksal ist ungewiss, man befürchtet, dass er den Absturz nicht überlebt hat.<BR>Die beiden Geretteten werden von den Marsbewohnern gastfreundlich in deren Station aufgenommen. Sie erleben die Nume als sehr menschenähnliche Wesen mit weit überlegener Technik. Um sich gegenseitig besser kennen zu lernen, werden Saltner und Grunthe auf den Mars gebracht.<BR>Unterdessen trifft ein Luftschiff der Nume auf ein englisches Kriegsschiff und wird von diesem beschossen. Die Nume beschließen daraufhin die Unterwerfung der Erde und ihrer primitiven Bewohner.<BR><BR>Der Roman "Auf zwei Planeten" (1897) mit seinen über 1.000 Seiten gehört zu den wichtigsten deutschen Science-Fiction-Romanen, der auch in zahlreiche Sprachen übersetzt und mehrmals neu aufgelegt wurde. (Summary by Hokuspokus and Wikipedia)<BR><BR>Book Coordinators: Stephanie König und Hokuspokus. Proof-listeners: Christian Al-Kadi, Hokuspokus, Markus Wachenheim, Dirk Weber, Sonja.</p> |
German |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/auf-zwei-planeten-by-kurd-lasswitz/ |
als die wissenschaftler saltner grunthe und thorm einem ballon aufbrechen um den nordpol zu erforschen ahnen sie nicht dass ihnen eine weit größere entdeckung bevorsteht pol finden sie eine station der bewohner des mars die sich selbst nume nennen von hier aus erforschen sie die erde die sie ba nennen und deren bewohner die bate br der ballon verunglückt saltner und grunthe werden von den numen gerettet doch thorms schicksal ist ungewiss man befürchtet dass er den absturz nicht überlebt hat br die beiden geretteten werden von den marsbewohnern gastfreundlich deren station aufgenommen sie erleben die nume als sehr menschenähnliche wesen mit weit überlegener technik um sich gegenseitig besser kennen zu lernen werden saltner und grunthe auf den mars gebracht br unterdessen trifft ein luftschiff der nume auf ein englisches kriegsschiff und wird von diesem beschossen die nume beschließen daraufhin die unterwerfung der erde und ihrer primitiven bewohner br br der roman auf zwei planeten 1897 mit seinen über 1 000 seiten gehört zu den wichtigsten deutschen science fiction romanen der auch zahlreiche sprachen übersetzt und mehrmals neu aufgelegt wurde summary hokuspokus wikipedia br br book coordinators stephanie könig und hokuspokus proof listeners christian al kadi hokuspokus markus wachenheim dirk weber sonja p |
| 1852 |
1828 |
2125 |
Mysteries of London Vol. I part 1 |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p><i>The Mysteries of London</i> was a best-selling novel in mid-Victorian England. The first series was published in weekly instalments from 1844-46, priced at a penny each. Serialised novels sold in this way were known as Penny Dreadfuls … without any claim to literary greatness, they sought to provide ongoing entertainment for the popular audience. This book has it all -- vice, poverty, wealth, virtue, in every combination. Consider it a Victorian soap opera.<br />Summary by Cori Samuel.</p><p>Note: this project only covers half of volume 1. To be continued!</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-london-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
p i the mysteries london i best selling novel mid victorian england first series published weekly instalments 1844 46 priced penny each serialised novels sold way known penny dreadfuls without claim literary greatness sought provide ongoing entertainment popular audience book vice poverty wealth virtue every combination consider victorian soap opera br summary cori samuel p p note project covers half volume 1 continued p |
| 1853 |
1829 |
2126 |
Principles of Economics, The Appendices |
Alfred Marshall |
*Non-fiction |
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.<br /><br />His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br />This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-economics-appendices-by-alfred-marshall/ |
principles economics leading economics textbook alfred marshall 1842 1924 first published 1890 marshall began writing book 1881 spent much next decade work it br br his plan work gradually extended two volume compilation whole economic thought first volume published 1890 worldwide acclaim established one leading economists time brought ideas supply demand marginal utility costs production coherent whole became dominant economic textbook england long period second volume address foreign trade money trade fluctuations taxation collectivism never published all summary wikipedia br br this reading based eighth edition published 1920 p |
| 1854 |
1830 |
2127 |
Old Maids' Club |
Israel Zangwill |
Humorous Fiction |
Mathematics vs. poetry: Brainy and beautiful 17-year-old Lillie, determined to never marry, begins an Old Maids' Club, while patient young Lord Silverdale advises, observes, and writes appropriate poetry. Candidates for membership must be young, beautiful (and pledged to remain so), and have rejected at least one offer of marriage. The often humorous stories these young women share make up the bulk of the tale. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-maids-club-by-israel-zangwill/ |
mathematics vs poetry brainy beautiful 17 year old lillie determined never marry begins old maids club patient young lord silverdale advises observes writes appropriate poetry candidates membership must young beautiful and pledged remain so rejected least one offer marriage often humorous stories young women share make bulk tale summary triciag p |
| 1855 |
1831 |
2128 |
Write it Right |
Ambrose Bierce |
Writing & Linguistics |
Witty, opinionated alphabetical examples of what Bierce considered poor (American) English and advice on alternatives - entertaining, thought-provoking, occasionally outdated but so interesting to see how style and taste have changed. Summary by Philippa.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/write-it-right/ |
witty opinionated alphabetical examples bierce considered poor american english advice alternatives entertaining thought provoking occasionally outdated interesting see style taste changed summary philippa p |
| 1856 |
1832 |
2129 |
O Solitude! if I must with thee dwell |
John Keats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>O Solitude! if I must with thee dwell</em> by John Keats. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 11th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/o-solitude-if-i-must-with-thee-dwell-by-john-keats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em o solitude must thee dwell em john keats weekly poetry project week may 11th 2008 br br |
| 1857 |
1833 |
2130 |
Fliegende Holländer |
Julius Wolff |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Narratives |
Wolff gehört zu den sogenannten Butzenscheibendichtern. Dieser Begriff wurde zuerst 1884 von Paul Heyse verwendet, um damit zeitgenössische Dichter zu charakterisieren, die altertümelnde Verserzählungen in gefälliger Art über historische Stoffe und Sagen schrieben und ihren Lebensunterhalt damit bestritten. Diese Reimerzählungen über die bekannte Seemannssage „Der fliegende Holländer“ wurde im Jahre 1892 veröffentlicht. Julius Wolff erzählt uns hierin, wie es dazu kam, das aus Tyn van Straten (Name abweichend zur Legende) der „Fliegende Holländer“ wurde.</p> |
German |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/der-fliegende-hollander-by-julius-wolff/ |
wolff gehört zu den sogenannten butzenscheibendichtern dieser begriff wurde zuerst 1884 von paul heyse verwendet um damit zeitgenössische dichter zu charakterisieren die altertümelnde verserzählungen gefälliger art über historische stoffe und sagen schrieben und ihren lebensunterhalt damit bestritten diese reimerzählungen über die bekannte seemannssage der fliegende holländer wurde im jahre 1892 veröffentlicht julius wolff erzählt uns hierin wie es dazu kam das aus tyn van straten name abweichend zur legende der fliegende holländer wurde p |
| 1858 |
1834 |
2131 |
Old Mother West Wind |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
<p>Thornton Waldo Burgess (January 14, 1874 – June 5, 1965) was a conservationist and author of children's stories. He loved the beauty of nature and its living creatures so much that he wrote about them for 50 years. By the time he retired, he had written more than 170 books. Many of his outdoor observations in nature were used as plots for his stories. In his first book, "Old Mother West Wind," published in 1910, the reader meets many of the characters found in later books and stories. These characters include Peter Rabbit, Jimmy Skunk, Sammy Jay, Bobby Raccoon, Joe Otter, Grandfather Frog, Billy Mink, Jerry Muskrat, Spotty the Turtle and of course, Old Mother West Wind and her Merry Little Breezes. Note to parents of very small children: in Chapter 15, little Tommy Trout gets eaten by a pickerel. (Summary by Wikipedia and Laurie Anne Walden.)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/old-mother-west-wind-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p thornton waldo burgess january 14 1874 june 5 1965 conservationist author children s stories loved beauty nature living creatures much wrote 50 years time retired written 170 books many outdoor observations nature used plots stories first book old mother west wind published 1910 reader meets many characters found later books stories characters include peter rabbit jimmy skunk sammy jay bobby raccoon joe otter grandfather frog billy mink jerry muskrat spotty turtle course old mother west wind merry little breezes note parents small children chapter 15 little tommy trout gets eaten pickerel summary wikipedia laurie anne walden p |
| 1859 |
1835 |
2132 |
Merchant of Venice |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<br />William Shakespeare's <i>The Merchant of Venice</i> was probably written between 1596 and 1598, and was printed with the comedies in the First Folio of 1623. Bassanio, an impoverished gentleman, uses the credit of his friend, the merchant Antonio, to borrow money from a wealthy Jew, Shylock. Antonio pledges to pay Shylock a pound of flesh if he defaults on the loan, which Bassanio will use to woo a rich heiress, Portia. A subplot concerns the elopement of Shylock's daughter Jessica with a Christian, Bassanio's friend Lorenzo. In its focus on love and marriage, the play shares certain concerns with Shakespeare's other comedies. Yet its depiction of the tensions between Jews and Christians in early modern Venice - and its highly dramatic trial scene in Act 4 - create darker currents in the play. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br /><br />\nDuke of Venice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2033">Filippo Gioachin</a><br />\nPrince of Morocco: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nPrince of Arragon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nAntonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2045">David O'Connell</a><br />\nBassanio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nSalanio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nSalarino: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nGratiano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2827">David Leeson</a><br />\nLorenzo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110">Aaron Elliott</a><br />\nShylock: etk<br />\nTubal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1944">Carolyn Frances</a><br />\nLauncelot Gobbo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4808">L. Lambert Lawson</a><br />\nOld Gobbo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nLeonardo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nBalthasar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nStephano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nPortia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nNerissa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2270">Megan Kunkel</a><br />\nJessica: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nClerk in court: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nPortia's servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1482">Joshua B. Christensen</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Dennis Sayers</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/the-merchant-of-venice-by-william-shakespeare/ |
br william shakespeare s i the merchant venice i probably written 1596 1598 printed comedies first folio 1623 bassanio impoverished gentleman uses credit friend merchant antonio borrow money wealthy jew shylock antonio pledges pay shylock pound flesh defaults loan bassanio use woo rich heiress portia subplot concerns elopement shylock s daughter jessica christian bassanio s friend lorenzo focus love marriage play shares certain concerns shakespeare s comedies yet depiction tensions jews christians early modern venice highly dramatic trial scene act 4 create darker currents play summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br br duke venice a href http librivox org reader 2033 filippo gioachin a br prince morocco a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br prince arragon a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 2045 david o connell a br bassanio a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br salanio a href http librivox org reader 87 rosalind wills a br salarino a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br gratiano a href http librivox org reader 2827 david leeson a br lorenzo a href http librivox org reader 2110 aaron elliott a br shylock etk br tubal a href http librivox org reader 1944 carolyn frances a br launcelot gobbo a href http librivox org reader 4808 l lambert lawson a br old gobbo a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br leonardo a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br balthasar a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br stephano a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br portia a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br nerissa a href http librivox org reader 2270 megan kunkel a br jessica a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br clerk court a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br portia s servant a href http librivox org reader 1482 joshua b christensen a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 26 dennis sayers a br br |
| 1860 |
1836 |
2133 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 11 - The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolfe |
William Wood |
War & Military |
Any life of Wolfe can be artificially simplified by treating his purely military work as something complete in itself and not as a part of a greater whole. But, since such treatment gives a totally false idea of his achievement, this little sketch, drawn straight from original sources, tries to show him as he really was, a co-worker with the British fleet in a war based entirely on naval strategy and inseparably connected with international affairs of world-wide significance. The only simplification attempted here is that of arrangement and expression. (Author's Note)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-winning-of-canada-a-chronicle-of-wolf/ |
life wolfe artificially simplified treating purely military work something complete part greater whole but since treatment gives totally false idea achievement little sketch drawn straight original sources tries show really was co worker british fleet war based entirely naval strategy inseparably connected international affairs world wide significance simplification attempted arrangement expression author s note p |
| 1861 |
1943 |
2245 |
Short Poetry Collection 065 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 065: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, chosen and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-065/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 065 collection 20 public domain poems chosen read librivox volunteers p |
| 1862 |
1837 |
2134 |
Dubrowskij |
Alexander Pushkin |
General Fiction |
Wladimir Dubrowskij ist der Sohn eines Kleinadligen, dessen väterlicher Besitz durch seinen frühreren Freund und Nachbarn Kirila Petrowitsch Trojekurow durch Tücke in Beschlag genommen wird. Aus Rache beginnt Dubrowskij ein Dasein als Räuber, wobei er nur Reiche überfällt und die armen verschont. Jedoch verliebt er sich in Trojekurows Tochter, schleicht sich waghalsig in dessen Gut ein, und wird letzten Endes entdeckt. (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser) </p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/dubrowskij-by-alexander-sergejewitsch-puschkin/ |
wladimir dubrowskij ist der sohn eines kleinadligen dessen väterlicher besitz durch seinen frühreren freund und nachbarn kirila petrowitsch trojekurow durch tücke beschlag genommen wird aus rache beginnt dubrowskij ein dasein als räuber wobei er nur reiche überfällt und die armen verschont jedoch verliebt er sich trojekurows tochter schleicht sich waghalsig dessen gut ein und wird letzten endes entdeckt summary herr klugbeisser p |
| 1863 |
1838 |
2135 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約全書 - 馬太福音 (Matthew) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhé běn; literally "harmonized/united version") is the predominant Chinese language translation of the Bible used by Chinese Protestants. It is considered by many to be the Chinese Protestant’s Bible. The CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin version, published in two slightly different editions - the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版) - differing in the way the word “God” is translated.<br/><br/>\n\n聖經 (和合本)(簡稱和合本;或稱國語和合本、官話和合本),是今日華語人士最普遍使用的聖經譯本。此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯《官話和合本》、《淺文理和合譯本》及《文理和合譯本》。<br/><br/>\n\n(Summaries from Wikipedia)</p> |
Chinese |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/bible-cuv-nt-01-mandarin/ |
p the chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhé běn literally harmonized united version predominant chinese language translation bible used chinese protestants considered many chinese protestant s bible cuv use today vernacular mandarin version published two slightly different editions shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated br br 聖經 和合本 簡稱和合本 或稱國語和合本 官話和合本 是今日華語人士最普遍使用的聖經譯本 此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯 官話和合本 淺文理和合譯本 及 文理和合譯本 br br summaries wikipedia p |
| 1864 |
1839 |
2136 |
Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Detective Fiction |
It was published in 1893–1894 by Century Magazine in seven installments, and is a detective story with some racial themes. The plot of this novel is a detective story, in which a series of identities — the judge's murderer, Tom, Chambers — must be sorted out. This structure highlights the problem of identity and one's ability to determine one's own identity. Broader issues of identity are the central ideas of this novel.\n<BR><BR>\nOne of Twain’s major goals in this book was to exploit the true nature of Racism at that period. Twain used comic relief as a way to divulge his theme. The purpose of a comic relief is to address his or her opinion in a less serious way, yet persuade the reader into thinking the writers thoughts. Twain’s use of satire is visible throughtout the book. Twain’s use of colloquialism (dialect) and local color as features of Naturalism to convey his theme, is impressive and ahead for his time. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-puddnhead-wilson-version-2/ |
published 1893 1894 century magazine seven installments detective story racial themes plot novel detective story series identities judge s murderer tom chambers must sorted out structure highlights problem identity one s ability determine one s identity broader issues identity central ideas novel br br one twain s major goals book exploit true nature racism period twain used comic relief way divulge theme purpose comic relief address opinion less serious way yet persuade reader thinking writers thoughts twain s use satire visible throughtout book twain s use colloquialism dialect local color features naturalism convey theme impressive ahead time summary wikipedia p |
| 1865 |
1840 |
2137 |
Book of Discovery |
M. B. Synge |
Children's Non-fiction |
<p>Telling the history of geographical discoveries, "Book of Discovery" is a record of splendid endurance, of hardships bravely borne, of silent toil, of courage and resolution unequalled in the annals of mankind, of self-sacrifice unrivalled and faithful lives laid ungrudgingly down. Of the many who went forth, the few only attained. It is of these few that this book tells. (From the Preface of the book).</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-discovery-a-by-m-b-synge/ |
p telling history geographical discoveries book discovery record splendid endurance hardships bravely borne silent toil courage resolution unequalled annals mankind self sacrifice unrivalled faithful lives laid ungrudgingly down many went forth attained book tells from preface book p |
| 1866 |
1841 |
2138 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 004 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br />"Der Schmuck" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br></p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-004-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br der schmuck übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br p |
| 1867 |
1848 |
2145 |
Поэмы (Poems) |
Alexander Pushkin |
Poetry |
Алекса́ндр Серге́евич Пу́шкин (1799 - 1837) — русский поэт , драматург и прозаик . Александр Сергеевич Пушкин имеет репутацию великого или величайшего русского поэта. В филологии Пушкин рассматривается как создатель современного русского литературного языка. (Википедия)</p> |
Russian |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/poemi-alexander-pushkin/ |
алекса ндр серге евич пу шкин 1799 1837 русский поэт драматург и прозаик александр сергеевич пушкин имеет репутацию великого или величайшего русского поэта в филологии пушкин рассматривается как создатель современного русского литературного языка википедия p |
| 1868 |
1842 |
2139 |
First Book of Urizen |
William Blake |
Fantastic Fiction, Poetry |
The Book of Urizen is one of the major prophetic books of the English poet William Blake, illustrated by Blake's own plates. It was originally published as The First Book of Urizen in 1794. Later editions dropped the word "first".\n\nThe book takes its name from the character Urizen in Blake's mythology, who represents alienated reason as the source of oppression. The book describes Urizen as the "primeaval priest", and describes how he became separated from the other Eternals to create his own alienated and enslaving realm of religious dogma. Los and Enitharmon create a space within Urizen's fallen universe to give birth to their son Orc, the spirit of revolution and freedom.\n\nUrizen's first four sons are Thiriel, Utha, Grodna and Fuzon (respectively elemental Air, Water, Earth, Fire, according to Chapter VIII). The last of these plays a major role in The Book of Ahania, published the following year.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-book-of-urizen-by-william-blake/ |
book urizen one major prophetic books english poet william blake illustrated blake s plates originally published first book urizen 1794 later editions dropped word first book takes name character urizen blake s mythology represents alienated reason source oppression book describes urizen primeaval priest describes became separated eternals create alienated enslaving realm religious dogma los enitharmon create space within urizen s fallen universe give birth son orc spirit revolution freedom urizen s first four sons thiriel utha grodna fuzon respectively elemental air water earth fire according chapter viii last plays major role book ahania published following year summary wikipedia p |
| 1869 |
1843 |
2140 |
Point of Honor |
Joseph Conrad |
Historical Fiction |
Set during the Napoleonic Wars, this story features two French Hussar officers, D'Hubert and Feraud. Their quarrel over an initially minor incident turns into a bitter, long-drawn out struggle over the following fifteen years, interwoven with the larger conflict that provides its backdrop. At the beginning, Feraud is the one who jealously guards his honor and repeatedly demands satisfaction anew when a duelling encounter ends inconclusively; he aggressively pursues every opportunity to locate and duel his foe. As the story progresses, D'Hubert also finds himself caught up in the contest, unable to back down or walk away. <BR><BR>This Conrad short story evidently has its genesis in the real duels that two French Hussar officers fought in the Napoleonic era. Their names were Dupont and Fournier, which Conrad disguised slightly, changing Dupont into D'Hubert and Fournier into Feraud. In 1977, it was turned into a movie, "The Duellists", starring Keith Carradine and Harvey Keitel. (summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-point-of-honor-by-joseph-conrad/ |
set napoleonic wars story features two french hussar officers d hubert feraud quarrel initially minor incident turns bitter long drawn struggle following fifteen years interwoven larger conflict provides backdrop beginning feraud one jealously guards honor repeatedly demands satisfaction anew duelling encounter ends inconclusively aggressively pursues every opportunity locate duel foe story progresses d hubert also finds caught contest unable back walk away br br this conrad short story evidently genesis real duels two french hussar officers fought napoleonic era names dupont fournier conrad disguised slightly changing dupont d hubert fournier feraud 1977 turned movie the duellists starring keith carradine harvey keitel summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 1870 |
1844 |
2141 |
Sokrates Verteidigung (Apologie) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Platon (427 v. Chr.–348 v. Chr.) läßt Sokrates sein Leben darstellen und beurteilen sowie seine Einstellung zum Tod. Übersetzung durch Friedrich Daniel Ernst Schleiermacher (1768-1834) von 1805. (Summary by redaer) <BR><BR>This reading is in German.<BR>An English version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-apology-of-socrates-by-plato/">The Apology of Socrates</a>.<BR>A French version is available: <a href="http://librivox.org/lapologie-de-socrate-par-platon/">L’apologie de Socrate</a>.</p> |
German |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/des-sokrates-verteidigung-by-plato/ |
platon 427 v chr 348 v chr läßt sokrates sein leben darstellen und beurteilen sowie seine einstellung zum tod übersetzung durch friedrich daniel ernst schleiermacher 1768 1834 von 1805 summary redaer br br this reading german br an english version available a href http librivox org the apology of socrates by plato the apology socrates a br a french version available a href http librivox org lapologie de socrate par platon l apologie de socrate a p |
| 1871 |
1845 |
2142 |
Handbüchlein der stoischen Moral |
Epictetus |
Ancient |
Encheiridion, stoische Regeln für ein zufriedenes Leben. Knapp und ausgezeichnet. Geschrieben von Epiktet (ca. 50-138). Übersetzung durch Carl Conz von 1864. (Summary by redaer)<BR>This reading is in German.</p> |
German |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/handbuchlein-der-stoischen-moral-by-epiktet/ |
encheiridion stoische regeln für ein zufriedenes leben knapp und ausgezeichnet geschrieben von epiktet ca 50 138 übersetzung durch carl conz von 1864 summary redaer br this reading german p |
| 1872 |
1846 |
2143 |
Shoes and Stockings: A Collection of Short Stories |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Here are tales of love and war, modesty and frivolity, laughter and tears. Louisa May Alcott wrote many, many short stories. This collection shares but 6/7 of them. (Summary by Carolyn Frances )</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/shoes-and-stockings-a-collection-of-short-stories/ |
tales love war modesty frivolity laughter tears louisa may alcott wrote many many short stories collection shares 6 7 them summary carolyn frances p |
| 1873 |
1847 |
2144 |
Colonel Quaritch, V.C.: A Tale of Country Life |
H. Rider Haggard |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
This is not your typical H. Rider Haggard adventure book yet it is full of mystery and intrigue including a coerced marriage, bigotry, adultery, murder and a buried treasure!\n<BR><BR>\nThis is the tale of an ancient family’s struggles to survive, one woman’s selflessness and another’s evil schemes; Two Gentlemen, two scoundrels and one very underestimated, loyal servant.\n<BR><BR>\nListen as the tale unfolds and guess where the treasure is hidden that can save them all! Summary by Esther.</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/colonel-quaritch-vc-a-tale-of-country-life/ |
typical h rider haggard adventure book yet full mystery intrigue including coerced marriage bigotry adultery murder buried treasure br br tale ancient family s struggles survive one woman s selflessness another s evil schemes two gentlemen two scoundrels one underestimated loyal servant br br listen tale unfolds guess treasure hidden save all summary esther p |
| 1874 |
1879 |
2179 |
Tale of Master Meadow Mouse |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
<p>This volume in the series, Sleepy-Time Tales, follows the adventures of Master Meadow Mouse as he moves his home to various (safer) places, and tells how he cleverly avoids creatures such as Fatty Coon, Mr. Crow, and Mr. Great Blue Heron, just to name a few. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-master-meadow-mouse-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
p this volume series sleepy time tales follows adventures master meadow mouse moves home various safer places tells cleverly avoids creatures fatty coon mr crow mr great blue heron name few summary laura caldwell p |
| 1875 |
1849 |
2146 |
Bible (WNT) NT 02: Mark |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
<p>Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited “The Resultant Greek Text”, after which he based his “New Testament in Modern Speech”, which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading.\n<br/>(Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/mark-wnt/ |
p richard francis weymouth born october 26 1822 near plymouth dock known devonport near plymouth devonshire england dr weymouth bible scholar philologist a student origins language well layman english baptist denomination edited the resultant greek text based new testament modern speech published posthumously 1903 passed away december 27 1902 essex work known simpler language use private reading br summary mark penfold p |
| 1876 |
1850 |
2147 |
Bible (ASV) 32: Jonah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>In the Hebrew Bible, the Book of Jonah is the fifth book in a series of books called the Minor Prophets. Unlike other prophetic books however, this book is not a record of a prophet’s words toward Israel. Instead of the poetry and prophetic prose of Isaiah or Lamentations, this book tells the story of a reluctant prophet who arguably becomes one of the most effective prophets in the entire Bible. <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-jonah-asv/ |
p in hebrew bible book jonah fifth book series books called minor prophets unlike prophetic books however book record prophet s words toward israel instead poetry prophetic prose isaiah lamentations book tells story reluctant prophet arguably becomes one effective prophets entire bible br summary wikipedia p |
| 1877 |
1851 |
2148 |
Bible (ASV) 33: Micah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The book may be divided into three sections: <br/>Chapters 1–3 mainly consist of oracles of judgment. <br/>Chapters 4–5 of oracles of hope. <br/>Chapters 6–7 begins with judgment and moves to hope. <br/>Chapters 1–3 mainly consist of oracles of judgment. The judgment motif is so strong in this book that Micah only preached about judgment. Judgment in Micah is seen in the destruction of Samaria, in the coming of an invader against Jerusalem, in the greedy land-grabbers' loss of their land and in their being abandoned by Yahweh, in shame for the false prophets, in the siege of Jerusalem and the cleaning of the land from idolatry and militarism. <br/>Chapters 4–5 consist of oracles of hope. The prophet said that those conditions would not prevail forever. Judgment would come but a saved, chastened, and faithful remnant would survive. A new king from the line of David would be replace the present weak king on the throne. He would reign in the majesty of the name of Yahweh. His people would dwell securely and he would be great to the ends of earths. <br/>Chapters 6–7 begin with judgment and move to hope. Micah puts a protest on the people's lips, offering any religious response God cared to ask for. God's indictment becomes specific in 6:9–16. Violence, deception, and crooked business practices were rampant. They would bring desolation and destruction to the land. The reference to Omri and Ahab indicates that the same kinds of corruption that destroyed the northern kingdom had now spread to Judah. <br/>In conclusion, Micah's later hearers take his messages to heart. His words of hope gave them new heart to live as God's people in a darkened world.<br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-micah-asv/ |
p the book may divided three sections br chapters 1 3 mainly consist oracles judgment br chapters 4 5 oracles hope br chapters 6 7 begins judgment moves hope br chapters 1 3 mainly consist oracles judgment judgment motif strong book micah preached judgment judgment micah seen destruction samaria coming invader jerusalem greedy land grabbers loss land abandoned yahweh shame false prophets siege jerusalem cleaning land idolatry militarism br chapters 4 5 consist oracles hope prophet said conditions would prevail forever judgment would come saved chastened faithful remnant would survive new king line david would replace present weak king throne would reign majesty name yahweh people would dwell securely would great ends earths br chapters 6 7 begin judgment move hope micah puts protest people s lips offering religious response god cared ask for god s indictment becomes specific 6 9 16 violence deception crooked business practices rampant would bring desolation destruction land reference omri ahab indicates kinds corruption destroyed northern kingdom spread judah br in conclusion micah s later hearers take messages heart words hope gave new heart live god s people darkened world br summary wikipedia p |
| 1878 |
1852 |
2149 |
Bible (ASV) 34: Nahum |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Nahum prophesied, according to some, in the beginning of the reign of Ahaz (740s BC). Others, however, think that his prophecies are to be referred to the latter half of the reign of Hezekiah (700s BC). Probably the book was written in Jerusalem, where he witnessed the invasion of Sennacherib and the destruction of his host (2 Kings 19:35). And still others support the idea that the "book of vision" was written shortly before the fall of Nineveh (612 BCE). This theory is evidenced by the fact that the oracles must be dated after the Assyrian destruction of Thebes in 663 BCE as this event is mentioned in Nah 3:8. <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-nahum-asv/ |
p nahum prophesied according some beginning reign ahaz 740s bc others however think prophecies referred latter half reign hezekiah 700s bc probably book written jerusalem witnessed invasion sennacherib destruction host 2 kings 19 35 still others support idea book vision written shortly fall nineveh 612 bce theory evidenced fact oracles must dated assyrian destruction thebes 663 bce event mentioned nah 3 8 br summary wikipedia p |
| 1879 |
1853 |
2150 |
Bible (ASV) 35: Habakkuk |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Practically nothing is known about Habakkuk's personal history, except for what can be inferred from the text of his book, which consists of five oracles about the Chaldeans (Babylonians) and a song of praise to God. Since the Chaldean rise to power is dated c. 612 BC, it is assumed he was active about that time, making him an early contemporary of Jeremiah and Zephaniah. Jewish sources, however, do not group him with those two prophets, who are often placed together, so it is possible that he was slightly earlier than they. Because the final chapter of his book is a song, it is sometimes assumed in Jewish tradition that he was a member of the tribe of Levi, which served as musicians in Solomon's Temple. According to the Zohar (Volume 1, page 8b) Habakkuk is the boy born to the Shunamite woman through Elisha's blessing. Habakkuk is unique among the prophets in that he openly questions the wisdom of God.[citation needed] In the first part of the first chapter, the Prophet sees the injustice among his people and asks why God does not take action: "1:2 Yahweh, how long will I cry, and you will not hear? I cry out to you 'Violence!' and will you not save?" - (World English Bible). <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-habakkuk-asv/ |
p practically nothing known habakkuk s personal history except inferred text book consists five oracles chaldeans babylonians song praise god since chaldean rise power dated c 612 bc assumed active time making early contemporary jeremiah zephaniah jewish sources however group two prophets often placed together possible slightly earlier they final chapter book song sometimes assumed jewish tradition member tribe levi served musicians solomon s temple according zohar volume 1 page 8b habakkuk boy born shunamite woman elisha s blessing habakkuk unique among prophets openly questions wisdom god citation needed first part first chapter prophet sees injustice among people asks god take action 1 2 yahweh long cry hear cry violence save world english bible br summary wikipedia p |
| 1880 |
1854 |
2151 |
Merkwürdiges Beispiel einer weiblichen Rache |
Denis Diderot |
General Fiction |
<br /><p>Friedrich Schillers Übertragung der "Mme de la Pommeraye"-Episode aus Diderots "Jacques le Fataliste", erschienen 1785.<br /><br />Aber die kühne Neuheit dieser Intrige, die unverkennbare Wahrheit der Schilderung, die schmucklose Eleganz der Beschreibung haben mich in Versuchung geführt, eine Übersetzung davon zu wagen, welche freilich die Eigentümlichkeit des Originals nicht erreicht haben wird. --Friedrich von Schiller<br /> |
German |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/merkwurdiges-beispiel-einer-weiblichen-rache-von-denis-diderot/ |
br p friedrich schillers übertragung der mme de la pommeraye episode aus diderots jacques le fataliste erschienen 1785 br br aber die kühne neuheit dieser intrige die unverkennbare wahrheit der schilderung die schmucklose eleganz der beschreibung haben mich versuchung geführt eine übersetzung davon zu wagen welche freilich die eigentümlichkeit des originals nicht erreicht haben wird friedrich von schiller br |
| 1881 |
1855 |
2152 |
Defendant |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
<p>A collection of reprinted articles on a wide-range of subjects, all in the unique style of G. K. Chesterton. Using wit, paradox, and good humor he “defends” a series of seeming harmless things that need no defense, and in so doing he exposes many of the broken assumptions and dogmatic notions of secular humanism and other trends of his age and of ours. (Summary by Ray Clare)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-defendant-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p a collection reprinted articles wide range subjects unique style g k chesterton using wit paradox good humor defends series seeming harmless things need defense exposes many broken assumptions dogmatic notions secular humanism trends age ours summary ray clare p |
| 1882 |
1856 |
2153 |
Fairy Ring |
Nora Archibald Smith |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br /><p><i>The Fairy Ring</i>, originally published in 1910, is a collection of 63 fairy tales from around the globe. It includes such well-known favorites as "History of Jack the Giant-Killer", "The Frog Prince","Rumpel-stilts-ken", and "Snow-white and Rose-red", among many others. Children of all ages will enjoy these stories. (Summary by Paul Williams)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-ring-ed-by-wiggin-and-smith/ |
br p i the fairy ring i originally published 1910 collection 63 fairy tales around globe includes well known favorites history jack giant killer the frog prince rumpel stilts ken snow white rose red among many others children ages enjoy stories summary paul williams p |
| 1883 |
1857 |
2154 |
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol. VI |
Edward Gibbon |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, a major literary achievement of the 18th century published in six volumes, was written by the celebrated English historian Edward Gibbon. The books cover the period of the Roman Empire after Marcus Aurelius, from just before 180 to 1453 and beyond, concluding in 1590. They take as their material the behavior and decisions that led to the decay and eventual fall of the Roman Empire in the East and West, offering an explanation for why the Roman Empire fell. Gibbon is sometimes called the first “modern historian of ancient Rome.” By virtue of its mostly objective approach and highly accurate use of reference material, Gibbon’s work was adopted as a model for the methodologies of 19th and 20th century historians. (Summary from Wikikipedia)</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/decline-fall-of-the-roman-empire-6-by-edward-gibbon/ |
p the history decline fall roman empire major literary achievement 18th century published six volumes written celebrated english historian edward gibbon books cover period roman empire marcus aurelius 180 1453 beyond concluding 1590 take material behavior decisions led decay eventual fall roman empire east west offering explanation roman empire fell gibbon sometimes called first modern historian ancient rome virtue mostly objective approach highly accurate use reference material gibbon s work adopted model methodologies 19th 20th century historians summary wikikipedia p |
| 1884 |
1858 |
2155 |
Dulce et Decorum Est |
Wilfred Owen |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 different recordings of <em>Dulce et Decorum Est</em> by Wilfred Owen. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 18th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/dulce-et-decorum-est-by-wilfred-owen/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 22 different recordings em dulce et decorum est em wilfred owen weekly poetry project week may 18th 2008 br br |
| 1885 |
1859 |
2156 |
This Side of Paradise (version 2) |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
General Fiction |
<p>Amory Blaine grew up in a wealthy family and was given an Ivy League education. Without a need to learn a profession, he chiefly dabbled in literature and partying. His school chums were of similar background, and the ideas they reflected to each other grew in their minds to be of the greatest importance. Amory began to think of himself as somewhat of a character in a Rupert Brooke poem (from which the book's title is taken).<br /><br />World War I intervened in this happy fog and brought focus to some, doubt to others.<br /><br />In the rapidly changing technology of the war era, the financial underpinnings of the Blaine fortune began to fall apart. The deaths of Amory's parents left the finances without a rudder and as Amory's situation deteriorated he came to realize he had only his interest in literature to fall back upon.<br /><br />Meanwhile, a series of young women traipsed through his life, attracted to his handsome face and bright wit like moths to a candle. But Amory could never master the role of being a real person... and, one by one, they traipsed out.<br /><br />This Side of Paradise was F. Scott Fitzgerald's first novel and was one of the nation's most popular books in the year it was published. It has some definite parallels with Fitzgerald's own life, and is in some ways an autobiography. Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/this-side-of-paradise-2-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
p amory blaine grew wealthy family given ivy league education without need learn profession chiefly dabbled literature partying school chums similar background ideas reflected grew minds greatest importance amory began think somewhat character rupert brooke poem from book s title taken br br world war intervened happy fog brought focus some doubt others br br in rapidly changing technology war era financial underpinnings blaine fortune began fall apart deaths amory s parents left finances without rudder amory s situation deteriorated came realize interest literature fall back upon br br meanwhile series young women traipsed life attracted handsome face bright wit like moths candle amory could never master role real person and one one traipsed out br br this side paradise f scott fitzgerald s first novel one nation s popular books year published definite parallels fitzgerald s life ways autobiography summary mark f smith p |
| 1886 |
1860 |
2157 |
Meister Floh |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Das skurriles Märchen „Meister Floh“ erzählt die Geschichte des frauenscheuen Träumers Peregrinus Tyß und dessen Begegnung mit dem weisen und gelehrten Meister der Flöhe. <br>\nAm Weihnachtsabend bringt Peregrinus den Kindern eines armen Buchbinders Geschenke und trifft dort die schöne und geheimnisvolle Dörtje Elverdink, die ihn bittet, sie in sein Haus aufzunehmen. Dort besteht sie auf der Herausgabe eines Gefangenen, von dem Peregrinus allerdings gar nichts weiß. Zur selben Zeit gastiert ein Flohbändiger und Mikroskopist in der Stadt, dem zunächst seine Flöhe und dann seine schöne Nichte Dörtje abhanden gekommen sind. Auch Georg Pepusch, eine Freud des Peregrinus Tyß, ist auf der Suche nach Dörtje, die er für die wieder zum Leben erweckte Prinzessin Gamaheh aus Famagusta hält.\nPeregrinus macht die Bekanntschaft des Meister Flohs, der lange ein Gefangener des Flohbändigers war und Peregrinus nun um Schutz bittet. Die schöne Dörtje, die tatsächlich die Prinzessin Gamaheh ist, dürfe ihn um keinen Preis in ihre Gewalt bekommen, da sonst das ganze Volk der Flöhe wieder zur Sklaverei verurteilt sei. Obwohl Peregrinus von Dörtje bezaubert ist, verspricht er, dem Meister Floh zu helfen.\n(Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/meister-floh-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
p das skurriles märchen meister floh erzählt die geschichte des frauenscheuen träumers peregrinus tyß und dessen begegnung mit dem weisen und gelehrten meister der flöhe br weihnachtsabend bringt peregrinus den kindern eines armen buchbinders geschenke und trifft dort die schöne und geheimnisvolle dörtje elverdink die ihn bittet sie sein haus aufzunehmen dort besteht sie auf der herausgabe eines gefangenen von dem peregrinus allerdings gar nichts weiß zur selben zeit gastiert ein flohbändiger und mikroskopist der stadt dem zunächst seine flöhe und dann seine schöne nichte dörtje abhanden gekommen sind auch georg pepusch eine freud des peregrinus tyß ist auf der suche nach dörtje die er für die wieder zum leben erweckte prinzessin gamaheh aus famagusta hält peregrinus macht die bekanntschaft des meister flohs der lange ein gefangener des flohbändigers war und peregrinus nun um schutz bittet die schöne dörtje die tatsächlich die prinzessin gamaheh ist dürfe ihn um keinen preis ihre gewalt bekommen da sonst das ganze volk der flöhe wieder zur sklaverei verurteilt sei obwohl peregrinus von dörtje bezaubert ist verspricht er dem meister floh zu helfen summary hokuspokus p |
| 1887 |
1861 |
2158 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 1 |
Theodor Mommsen |
History |
<p>Mommsen (1817-1903) erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur.\n\nErstes Buch\nBis zur Abschaffung des römischen Königtums.</p> |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/romische-geschichte-buch-1-by-theodor-mommsen/ |
p mommsen 1817 1903 erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur erstes buch bis zur abschaffung des römischen königtums p |
| 1888 |
1862 |
2159 |
Poems Recorded in Deptford and Greenwich |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Armed with a hand-held digital recorder and the Penguin Book of English Verse, LibriVox’s UK Chapter set out one Sunday afternoon to capture some wonderful poems ‘on location’ - in the churchyard of St Nicholas’, Deptford, and the Greenwich Foot Tunnel. (Summary by David Barnes).</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poems-recorded-in-deptford-and-greenwich-by-various/ |
p armed hand held digital recorder penguin book english verse librivox s uk chapter set one sunday afternoon capture wonderful poems on location churchyard st nicholas deptford greenwich foot tunnel summary david barnes p |
| 1889 |
1863 |
2161 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 029 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 029: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-029/ |
p librivox s short story collection 029 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1890 |
1864 |
2162 |
Edad de Oro |
José Martí |
Children's Fiction |
Colección de cuentos para niños y niñas por José Martí.<p> |
Spanish |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/la-edad-de-oro-by-jose-marti/ |
colección de cuentos para niños niñas por josé martí p |
| 1891 |
1865 |
2163 |
Old-Fashioned Girl (version 2) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Country-girl Polly Milton visits her fashionable cousins in the city, who make fun of her old-fashioned values. Will Polly adapt to city life?\nA coming-of-age novel by Louisa May Alcott, published in 1870. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-fashioned-girl-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p country girl polly milton visits fashionable cousins city make fun old fashioned values polly adapt city life coming of age novel louisa may alcott published 1870 summary gesine p |
| 1892 |
1866 |
2164 |
Bible (ASV) 39: Malachi |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Malachi (or Malachias, מַלְאָכִי, Malʾaḫi, Mál'akhî) is a book of the Bible Old Testament and Jewish Tanakh, written by the prophet Malachi. Possibly this is not the name of the author, since Malachi means 'my messenger' or 'my angel' in Hebrew. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-malachi-by-american-standard-version/ |
p malachi or malachias מ ל א כ י malʾaḫi mál akhî book bible old testament jewish tanakh written prophet malachi possibly name author since malachi means my messenger my angel hebrew summary wikipedia p |
| 1893 |
13506 |
14326 |
Mystery of the Secret Band |
Edith Lavell |
Action & Adventure |
This book is about a 16 year old girls' detective sleuthing skills and how they help her to solve mysteries. This is the 3rd and final book in this girls' series. - Summary by April Reynolds |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-the-secret-band-by-edith-lavell/ |
book 16 year old girls detective sleuthing skills help solve mysteries 3rd final book girls series summary april reynolds |
| 1894 |
1867 |
2165 |
Bible (ASV) 37: Haggai |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Book of Haggai is a book of the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) and of the Old Testament, written by the prophet Haggai. It was written in 520 BC some 18 years after Cyrus had conquered Babylon and issued a decree in 538 BC allowing the captive Jews to return to Judea. He saw the restoration of the temple as necessary for the restoration of the religious practices and a sense of peoplehood after a long exile. It consists of two brief, comprehensive chapters. The object of the prophet is generally urging the people to proceed with the rebuilding of the second Jerusalem temple in 521 BC after the return of the deportees. Haggai attributes a recent drought to the peoples' refusal to rebuild the temple, which he sees as key to Jerusalem’s glory. The book ends with the prediction of the downfall of kingdoms, with one Zerubbabel, governor of Judah, as the Lord’s chosen leader. The language here is not as finely wrought as in some other books of the minor prophets, yet the intent seems straightforward. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-haggai-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the book haggai book tanakh hebrew bible old testament written prophet haggai written 520 bc 18 years cyrus conquered babylon issued decree 538 bc allowing captive jews return judea saw restoration temple necessary restoration religious practices sense peoplehood long exile consists two brief comprehensive chapters object prophet generally urging people proceed rebuilding second jerusalem temple 521 bc return deportees haggai attributes recent drought peoples refusal rebuild temple sees key jerusalem s glory book ends prediction downfall kingdoms one zerubbabel governor judah lord s chosen leader language finely wrought books minor prophets yet intent seems straightforward summary wikipedia p |
| 1895 |
1868 |
2166 |
Bible (ASV) 36: Zephaniah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The superscription of the Book of Zephaniah attributes its authorship to “Zephaniah son of Cushi son of Gedaliah son of Amariah son of Hezekiah, in the days of King Josiah son of Amon of Judah” (1:1, NRSV). All that is known of Zephaniah comes from the text. The superscription of the book is lengthier than most and contains two features. The name Cushi, Zephaniah’s father, means ‘Ethiopian’. In a society where genealogy was considered extremely important because of God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants, the author may have felt compelled to establish his Hebrew lineage. In fact, this lineage is traced back to Hezekiah, who was king of Judah. The author of Zephaniah does not shrink from condemning the Cushites or Ethiopians. Chapter 2:12 contains a succinct but unequivocal message: “You also, O Ethiopians, / Shall be killed by my sword.” Zephaniah’s familial connection with King Hezekiah may have also legitimized his harsh indictment of the royal city in 3:1-7. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-zephaniah-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the superscription book zephaniah attributes authorship zephaniah son cushi son gedaliah son amariah son hezekiah days king josiah son amon judah 1 1 nrsv known zephaniah comes text superscription book lengthier contains two features name cushi zephaniah s father means ethiopian society genealogy considered extremely important god s covenant abraham descendants author may felt compelled establish hebrew lineage fact lineage traced back hezekiah king judah author zephaniah shrink condemning cushites ethiopians chapter 2 12 contains succinct unequivocal message you also ethiopians shall killed sword zephaniah s familial connection king hezekiah may also legitimized harsh indictment royal city 3 1 7 summary wikipedia p |
| 1896 |
1869 |
2168 |
Bible (TCNT) NT 01-27: The New Testament |
Twentieth Century New Testament |
*Non-fiction, Bibles, Religion |
<p>Published in 1904, The Twentieth Century New Testament is considered the first translation of the Bible into modern English. It was produced in Britain over a period of 15 years by approximately 20 people -- ministers, housewives, school teachers and businessmen -- who were united by their desire for a New Testament in the language of the people. They were advised by such scholars as J. Rendel Harris and Richard Weymouth so their rendering is quite accurate. In addition they made some effort at rearranging the New Testament books in the order scholars believe they were written -- Mark comes before Matthew, for instance. They also include brief introductions before each book. Though little-known today, the reader will find in The Twentieth Century New Testament a delightful translation that is rewarding both for in-depth study and personal reading. (Summary by Pleonic)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/twentieth-century-new-testament-by-twentieth-century-new-testament/ |
p published 1904 twentieth century new testament considered first translation bible modern english produced britain period 15 years approximately 20 people ministers housewives school teachers businessmen united desire new testament language people advised scholars j rendel harris richard weymouth rendering quite accurate addition made effort rearranging new testament books order scholars believe written mark comes matthew instance also include brief introductions book though little known today reader find twentieth century new testament delightful translation rewarding in depth study personal reading summary pleonic p |
| 1897 |
1870 |
2169 |
Queen Victoria |
Giles Lytton Strachey |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Lytton Strachey’s first great success, and his most famous achievement, was "Eminent Victorians" (1918), a collection of four short biographies of Victorian heroes. With a dry wit, he exposed the human failings of his subjects and what he saw as the hypocrisy at the centre of Victorian morality. This work was followed in the same style by "Queen Victoria" (1921). (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/queen-victoria-by-lytton-strachey/ |
lytton strachey s first great success famous achievement eminent victorians 1918 collection four short biographies victorian heroes dry wit exposed human failings subjects saw hypocrisy centre victorian morality work followed style queen victoria 1921 summary wikipedia p |
| 1898 |
1871 |
2170 |
Little Servant |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Religion |
A short story of a little girl who is Jesus' servant and how she won the heart of an unbelieving gardener. Summary by Esther </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-servant/ |
short story little girl jesus servant heart unbelieving gardener summary esther p |
| 1899 |
1872 |
2171 |
Schlacht bei Stellau 1201 |
Detlev von Liliencron |
Historical Fiction |
Kurzes Historien Drama um die Schlacht bei Stellau 1201 zwischen Dänen und Holsteinern. Den roten Faden bittet die Liebe zu einer Sklavin, unversöhnlicher Haß und daraus folgende Rache. (Summary by Wassermann)<BR><BR> |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/die-schlacht-bei-stellau-1201-by-detlev-von-liliencron/ |
kurzes historien drama um die schlacht bei stellau 1201 zwischen dänen und holsteinern den roten faden bittet die liebe zu einer sklavin unversöhnlicher haß und daraus folgende rache summary wassermann br br |
| 1900 |
1900 |
2200 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 2 |
Theodor Mommsen |
History |
<p>Mommsen (1817-1903) erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur.\n\nZweites Buch\nVon der Abschaffung des roemischen Koenigtums bis zur Einigung Italiens\n\nThis reading is in German.</p> |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/romische-geschichte-buch-2-by-theodor-mommsen/ |
p mommsen 1817 1903 erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur zweites buch von der abschaffung des roemischen koenigtums bis zur einigung italiens reading german p |
| 1901 |
1873 |
2172 |
Reminiscences of Forts Sumter and Moultrie in 1860-'61 |
Abner Doubleday |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Now that the prejudices and bitter partisan feeling of the past are subsiding, it seems a fitting time to record the facts and incidents connected with the first conflict of the Rebellion. Of the eleven officers who took part in the events herein narrated, but four now survive. Before the hastening years shall have partially obliterated many circumstances from my memory, and while there is still an opportunity for conference and friendly criticism, I desire to make, from letters, memoranda, and documents in my possession, a statement which will embody my own recollections of the turbulent days of 1860 and 1861. (From the text)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-of-forts-sumter-and-moultrie-in-1860-61-by-abner-doubleday/ |
p now prejudices bitter partisan feeling past subsiding seems fitting time record facts incidents connected first conflict rebellion eleven officers took part events herein narrated four survive hastening years shall partially obliterated many circumstances memory still opportunity conference friendly criticism desire make letters memoranda documents possession statement embody recollections turbulent days 1860 1861 from text p |
| 1902 |
1874 |
2173 |
Adventures of Reddy Fox |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Adventures of Reddy Fox is another in the series of children’s stories by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this story, Reddy and Granny Fox must outsmart Farmer Brown’s Boy who is out to get Reddy for stealing his pet chicken. Along the way, Reddy encounters many of the citizens of the Green Meadows and the Green Forest and with him we learn little lessons about life such as: the perils of being a show off; the importance of using all of one’s senses; that it is a fine thing to show sympathy and kindness to others – even our enemies; and that the value of a grandmother’s wisdom is inestimable.<br /><br />We also learn that after you’ve stolen a boy’s pet chicken and he is coming your way with a gun, a shovel and a hound dog, it may be time to beat a hasty retreat.<br />(Summary by John Lieder)<br /><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2987">AaronW</a> is a guest reader in Section 6.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-reddy-fox-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p the adventures reddy fox another series children s stories conservationist thornton w burgess story reddy granny fox must outsmart farmer brown s boy get reddy stealing pet chicken along way reddy encounters many citizens green meadows green forest learn little lessons life as perils show off importance using one s senses fine thing show sympathy kindness others even enemies value grandmother s wisdom inestimable br br we also learn you ve stolen boy s pet chicken coming way gun shovel hound dog may time beat hasty retreat br summary john lieder br br a href http librivox org reader 2987 aaronw a guest reader section 6 p |
| 1903 |
1875 |
2174 |
Siege of Belgrade |
Alaric Alexander Watts |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>The Siege of Belgrade</em> by Alaric Alexander Watts, an abecedarian poem that begins each line with the next letter of the alphabet. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 25th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/the-siege-of-belgrade-by-alaric-alexander-watts/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em the siege belgrade em alaric alexander watts abecedarian poem begins line next letter alphabet weekly poetry project week may 25th 2008 br br |
| 1904 |
1876 |
2176 |
Geisterseher |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction |
Schiller (1759 - 1805), einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramatiker. Der Geisterseher (3. verbesserte Auflage 1798), sein einziger Roman, blieb unvollendet.</p> |
German |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/der-geisterseher-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
schiller 1759 1805 einer der weimarer klassiker bekannt als dichter und dramatiker der geisterseher 3 verbesserte auflage 1798 sein einziger roman blieb unvollendet p |
| 1905 |
1877 |
2177 |
Highest Treason |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Set in a future in which humanity’s dream of total equality is fully realized and poverty in terms of material wealth has been eliminated, humanity has straight-jacketed itself into the only social system which could make this possible. Class differentiation is entirely horizontal rather than vertical and no matter what one’s chosen field, all advancement is based solely on seniority rather than ability. What is an intelligent and ambitious man to do when enslaved by a culture that forbids him from utilizing his God-given talents? If he’s a military officer in time of war, he might just decide to switch sides. If said officer is a true believer in the principles that enslave him and every bit as loyal as he is ambitious, that’s tantamount to breaking a universal law of physics, but Colonel Sebastian MacMaine has what it takes to meet the challenge. (Summary by Lee)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/the-highest-treason-by-randall-garrett/ |
set future humanity s dream total equality fully realized poverty terms material wealth eliminated humanity straight jacketed social system could make possible class differentiation entirely horizontal rather vertical matter one s chosen field advancement based solely seniority rather ability intelligent ambitious man enslaved culture forbids utilizing god given talents he s military officer time war might decide switch sides said officer true believer principles enslave every bit loyal ambitious that s tantamount breaking universal law physics colonel sebastian macmaine takes meet challenge summary lee p |
| 1906 |
1878 |
2178 |
Paula the Waldensian |
Eva Lecomte |
Religion |
Into the home of an interesting but self-centered family in old France comes Paula, a young orphaned cousin, from the little village of Villar, in the Waldensian Valley. Though living very simply, tending cows, goats, sheep and rabbits, Paula has been brought up to know and love the Lord Jesus and read the Scriptures. Her Lord and His Word are the center of her life, and she can no more keep this good news all to herself than she can stop breathing or eating.\nThis causes a good many complications, for her cousins' home was one where "religion" was a forbidden subject, never to be mentioned, and Paula soon found herself forbidden to read her own precious Bible.\n<BR><BR>\nPaula's loving obedience, her happy friendliness and charm, her overflowing love for everyone she meets, win the hearts of all, family and neighbors alike, and cause many a change in that little French village on the road from Rouen to Darnetal.\n<BR><BR>\nThis book was originally written in French, Translated into Spanish, and then into English. (Summary by Jami Chambers) </p> |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/paula-the-waldensian-by-eva-lecomte/ |
home interesting self centered family old france comes paula young orphaned cousin little village villar waldensian valley though living simply tending cows goats sheep rabbits paula brought know love lord jesus read scriptures lord word center life keep good news stop breathing eating causes good many complications cousins home one religion forbidden subject never mentioned paula soon found forbidden read precious bible br br paula s loving obedience happy friendliness charm overflowing love everyone meets win hearts all family neighbors alike cause many change little french village road rouen darnetal br br book originally written french translated spanish english summary jami chambers p |
| 1907 |
1880 |
2180 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Prayer of Manasseh |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<br /><p>The Prayer of Manasseh is a short work of only 15 verses that purports to be the penitential prayer of the Judean king Manasseh, who is recorded in the Bible as one of the most idolatrous (2 Kings 21:1-18). However, after having been taken captive by the Assyrians, he prays for mercy (2 Chronicles 33:10-17) and turns from his idolatrous ways. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/prayer-of-manasseh-king-james-version-version-2/ |
br p the prayer manasseh short work 15 verses purports penitential prayer judean king manasseh recorded bible one idolatrous 2 kings 21 1 18 however taken captive assyrians prays mercy 2 chronicles 33 10 17 turns idolatrous ways summary wikipedia p |
| 1908 |
1881 |
2181 |
Bible (ASV) 38: Zechariah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>Zechariah’s ministry took place during the reign of Darius the Great (Zechariah 1:1), and was contemporary with Haggai in a post-exilic world after the fall of Jerusalem in 586/7 BC. Ezekiel and Jeremiah wrote prior to the fall of Jerusalem, while continuing to prophesy in the earlier exile period. Scholars believe Ezekiel, with his blending of ceremony and vision, heavily influenced the visionary works of Zechariah 1-8.Zechariah is specific about dating his writing (520-518 BC). During the Exile many Jews were taken to Babylon, where the prophets told them to make their homes (Jeremiah 29), suggesting they would spend a long period of time there. Eventually freedom did come to many Israelites, when Cyrus the Great overtook the Babylonians in 539 BC. In 538 BC, the famous Edict of Cyrus was released, and the first return took place under Shebazzar. After the death of Cyrus in 530 BC, Darius consolidated power and took office in 522 BC. His system divided the different colonies of the empire into easily manageable districts overseen by governors. Zerubbabel comes into the story, appointed by Darius as governor over the district of Yehud (Judah). Under the reign of Darius Zechariah also emerged, centering around the rebuilding of the temple. Unlike the Babylonians, the Persian Empire went to great lengths to keep “cordial relations” between vassal and lord. The rebuilding of the temple was encouraged by the leaders of the empire in hopes that it would strengthen the authorities in local contexts. This policy was good politics on the part of the Persians, and the Jews viewed it as a blessing by Yahweh. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-zechariah-by-american-standard-version/ |
p zechariah s ministry took place reign darius great zechariah 1 1 contemporary haggai post exilic world fall jerusalem 586 7 bc ezekiel jeremiah wrote prior fall jerusalem continuing prophesy earlier exile period scholars believe ezekiel blending ceremony vision heavily influenced visionary works zechariah 1 8 zechariah specific dating writing 520 518 bc exile many jews taken babylon prophets told make homes jeremiah 29 suggesting would spend long period time there eventually freedom come many israelites cyrus great overtook babylonians 539 bc 538 bc famous edict cyrus released first return took place shebazzar death cyrus 530 bc darius consolidated power took office 522 bc system divided different colonies empire easily manageable districts overseen governors zerubbabel comes story appointed darius governor district yehud judah reign darius zechariah also emerged centering around rebuilding temple unlike babylonians persian empire went great lengths keep cordial relations vassal lord rebuilding temple encouraged leaders empire hopes would strengthen authorities local contexts policy good politics part persians jews viewed blessing yahweh summary wikipedia p |
| 1909 |
1882 |
2182 |
Short Poetry Collection 064 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 064: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, chosen and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-064/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 064 collection 20 public domain poems chosen read librivox volunteers p |
| 1910 |
1883 |
2183 |
Jan, Jannetje en hun jongste kind |
E. J. Potgieter |
General Fiction |
Een allegorisch verhaal als commentaar op de toestand van de Nederlandse samenleving anno 1841, in de ogen van E.J. Potgieter. Jan en Jannetje (die staan voor de oorspronkelijke Nederlandse bevolking vanaf ongeveer 1500) vieren Oudejaarsavond 1841 met hun kinderen, waaronder zoons Janmaat (zeevaart), Jan Contant en Jan Crediet (handel), Jan Compagnie (kolonien), en Jan Cordaat (leger). Het blijkt slecht te gaan met het gezin (dus met Nederland) in de 19e eeuw - en dat ligt aan de jongste zoon, Jan Salie (geest van lamlendigheid die volgens Potgieter heerst in de 19e eeuw). Wat moeten ze met Jan Salie beginnen? (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)<BR><BR>Read in Dutch.</p> |
Dutch |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/jan-jannetje-en-hun-jongste-kind-door-ej-potgieter/ |
een allegorisch verhaal als commentaar op de toestand van de nederlandse samenleving anno 1841 de ogen van e j potgieter jan en jannetje die staan voor de oorspronkelijke nederlandse bevolking vanaf ongeveer 1500 vieren oudejaarsavond 1841 met hun kinderen waaronder zoons janmaat zeevaart jan contant en jan crediet handel jan compagnie kolonien en jan cordaat leger het blijkt slecht te gaan met het gezin dus met nederland de 19e eeuw en dat ligt aan de jongste zoon jan salie geest van lamlendigheid die volgens potgieter heerst de 19e eeuw wat moeten ze met jan salie beginnen samenvatting door anna simon br br read dutch p |
| 1911 |
1884 |
2184 |
United Kingdom House of Commons Speeches Collection, volume 1 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This collection comprises recordings of 17 historic speeches given to the UK House of Commons between 1628 and 1956. Readings are of speeches origninally given by parliamentarians including Oliver Cromwell, Edmund Burke, William Wilberforce, William Gladstone, Keir Hardie, Winston Churchill and Aneurin Bevan. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/united-kingdom-house-of-commons-speeches-collection/ |
collection comprises recordings 17 historic speeches given uk house commons 1628 1956 readings speeches origninally given parliamentarians including oliver cromwell edmund burke william wilberforce william gladstone keir hardie winston churchill aneurin bevan summary carl manchester p |
| 1912 |
1885 |
2185 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 6 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-six/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 1913 |
1886 |
2186 |
Idee des Doctor Ox |
Jules Verne |
Fantastic Fiction |
Jules Vernes Roman führt uns in das fiktive Städtchen Quiquendone. Hier ticken die Uhren besonders langsam und es bedarf schon mal Jahrzehnte, bevor der Stadtrat eine Entscheidung fällt. Als Doctor Ox auftaucht, eine stadtweite Beleutungsanlage installieren, und auch die Kosten hierzu größtenteils übernehmen will, billigt der Stadrat das Vorhaben erstaunlich schnell. Aber ist dieser Doctor Ox nun wirklich so ein uneigennütziger Mensch, oder führt er nicht doch irgendetwas im Schilde? (Zusammenfassung von Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/eine-idee-des-doctor-ox-by-jules-verne/ |
jules vernes roman führt uns das fiktive städtchen quiquendone hier ticken die uhren besonders langsam und es bedarf schon mal jahrzehnte bevor der stadtrat eine entscheidung fällt als doctor ox auftaucht eine stadtweite beleutungsanlage installieren und auch die kosten hierzu größtenteils übernehmen will billigt der stadrat das vorhaben erstaunlich schnell aber ist dieser doctor ox nun wirklich ein uneigennütziger mensch oder führt er nicht doch irgendetwas im schilde zusammenfassung von wassermann p |
| 1914 |
1901 |
2201 |
Rock A Bye Library: A Book of Fables |
Unknown |
Children's Fiction |
<br /><p> A book of short fables with morals. (Summary by DSayers)\n</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/rock-a-bye-library-a-book-of-fables-author-unknown/ |
br p book short fables morals summary dsayers p |
| 1915 |
1887 |
2187 |
Faces and Places |
Sir Henry W. Lucy |
Humorous Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<br /><em>Faces and Places</em> is a collection of articles on nineteenth century travel, events and personalities by the British journalist Henry Lucy, who wrote for the Daily News, a London newspaper. His open letter <em>To Those About to Become Journalists</em> rings as true today as when it was written.<br /><br />The first article, <em>"Fred" Burnaby</em>, includes a lively account of a balloon trip, while <em>Night and Day on the Cars in Canada</em> and <em>Easter on Les Avants</em> relate Lucy's experiences of rail travel at that time. Other travel tales (<em>A Night on a Mountain</em>, <em>Mosquitoes and Monaco</em>, and <em>Oysters and Arcachon</em>) provide an insight into the Victorian Englishman's attitude to Europe.<br /><br />Three of the pieces, <em>With Peggotty and Ham</em>, <em>A Cinque Port</em> and <em>Christmas Eve at Watts's</em>, concern the county of Kent, where Lucy had a country house. <em>Christmas Eve at Watts's</em> contains an interesting exposé of Dickens' short story <em>The Seven Poor Travellers</em>.<br /><br />Other articles are of historical interest: <em>A Wreck in the North Sea</em> is an account of the wreck of the ship "Deutschland" in 1875; <em>A Historic Crowd</em> describes the massive popular interest in the 1871 trial of the Tichborne Claimant; <em>The Battle of Merthyr</em> contains an eye-witness account of the Merthyr Riots of 1831; <em>The Prince of Wales</em> paints a portrait of the future King Edward VII.<br /><br />Lucy, who also wrote as "Toby, M.P." for the satirical magazine Punch, loved to poke gentle fun, particularly at the establishment, and this is especially evident in <em>A Peep at an Old House of Commons</em> and <em>Some Preachers I Have Known</em>.<br /><br />This eclectic collection, mostly affectionately humorous, but with moments of great pathos, was originally published in 1892 in The Whitefriars Library of Wit & Humour.(Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/faces-and-places-by-henry-w-lucy/ |
br em faces places em collection articles nineteenth century travel events personalities british journalist henry lucy wrote daily news london newspaper open letter em to become journalists em rings true today written br br the first article em fred burnaby em includes lively account balloon trip em night day cars canada em em easter les avants em relate lucy s experiences rail travel time travel tales em a night mountain em em mosquitoes monaco em em oysters arcachon em provide insight victorian englishman s attitude europe br br three pieces em with peggotty ham em em a cinque port em em christmas eve watts s em concern county kent lucy country house em christmas eve watts s em contains interesting exposé dickens short story em the seven poor travellers em br br other articles historical interest em a wreck north sea em account wreck ship deutschland 1875 em a historic crowd em describes massive popular interest 1871 trial tichborne claimant em the battle merthyr em contains eye witness account merthyr riots 1831 em the prince wales em paints portrait future king edward vii br br lucy also wrote toby m p satirical magazine punch loved poke gentle fun particularly establishment especially evident em a peep old house commons em em some preachers known em br br this eclectic collection mostly affectionately humorous moments great pathos originally published 1892 whitefriars library wit humour summary ruth golding br br |
| 1916 |
1888 |
2188 |
Nachtstücke |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Die "Nachtstücke" sind eine Sammlung von unheimlichen Geschichten, die der Romantik zuzuordnen sind. Die einzelnen Titel dieser Sammlung sind: "Der Sandmann", "Ignaz Denner", "Die Jesuitenkirche in G.", "Das Sanctus", "Das öde Haus", "Das Majorat", "Das Gelübde" und "Das steinerne Herz". (Summary by Rainer)<br /><br />\n |
German |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/nachtstuecke-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
die nachtstücke sind eine sammlung von unheimlichen geschichten die der romantik zuzuordnen sind die einzelnen titel dieser sammlung sind der sandmann ignaz denner die jesuitenkirche g das sanctus das öde haus das majorat das gelübde und das steinerne herz summary rainer br br |
| 1917 |
1889 |
2189 |
Didache |
Unknown |
Religion |
<br /><p>The Didache is the common name of a brief early Christian treatise (dated by most scholars to the late first or early second century), containing instructions for Christian communities. The text, parts of which may have constituted the first written catechism, has three main sections dealing with Christian lessons, rituals such as baptism and eucharist, and Church organization. It was considered by some of the Church Fathers as part of the New Testament but rejected as spurious or non-canonical by others, eventually not accepted into the New Testament canon with the exception of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church "broader canon." The Roman Catholic Church has accepted it as part of the collection of Apostolic Fathers. The Didache, or Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, is an early Christian text. Scholars knew of the Didache through references in other texts, but the text itself had been lost. It was rediscovered in 1873 by Philotheos Bryennios. (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-didache-from-the-roberts-donaldson-translation/ |
br p the didache common name brief early christian treatise dated scholars late first early second century containing instructions christian communities text parts may constituted first written catechism three main sections dealing christian lessons rituals baptism eucharist church organization considered church fathers part new testament rejected spurious non canonical others eventually accepted new testament canon exception ethiopian orthodox church broader canon roman catholic church accepted part collection apostolic fathers didache teaching twelve apostles early christian text scholars knew didache references texts text lost rediscovered 1873 philotheos bryennios summary wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1918 |
1890 |
2190 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Book of Tobit (Tobias) |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<br /><p>The book tells the alleged story of a righteous Israelite of the Tribe of Naphtali named Tobit living in Nineveh after the deportation of the northern tribes of Israel to Assyria in 721 BC under Sargon II. (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-tobit-tobias-douay-rheims-version/ |
br p the book tells alleged story righteous israelite tribe naphtali named tobit living nineveh deportation northern tribes israel assyria 721 bc sargon ii summary wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1919 |
1891 |
2191 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Book of Judith |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<br /><p>The story revolves around Judith, a daring and beautiful widow, who is upset with her Jewish countrymen for being unwilling to engage their foreign conquerors. She goes with her loyal if reluctant maid Abra to the camp of the enemy general, Holofernes, to whom she slowly ingratiates herself, promising him both sexual favors and information on the Israelites. Gaining his trust (though not having delivered on either promise), she is allowed access to his tent one night as he lies in a drunken stupor. She decapitates him, then takes his head back to her fearful countrymen. The Assyrians, having lost their leader, disperse, and Israel is saved. Though she is courted by many, she remains unmarried for the rest of her life. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-judith-douay-rheims-version-2/ |
br p the story revolves around judith daring beautiful widow upset jewish countrymen unwilling engage foreign conquerors goes loyal reluctant maid abra camp enemy general holofernes slowly ingratiates herself promising sexual favors information israelites gaining trust though delivered either promise allowed access tent one night lies drunken stupor decapitates him takes head back fearful countrymen assyrians lost leader disperse israel saved though courted many remains unmarried rest life summary wikipedia p |
| 1920 |
1892 |
2192 |
Jane Eyre (version 2) |
Charlotte Brontë |
General Fiction, Romance |
Charlotte Bronte's classic novel Jane Eyre is narrated by the title character, an orphan who survives neglect and abuse to become a governess at the remote Thornfield Hall. She finds a kindred spirit in her employer, the mysterious and brooding Mr. Rochester, but he hides a terrible secret that threatens their chances of happiness. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/jane-eyre-version-3-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
charlotte bronte s classic novel jane eyre narrated title character orphan survives neglect abuse become governess remote thornfield hall finds kindred spirit employer mysterious brooding mr rochester hides terrible secret threatens chances happiness summary elizabeth klett p |
| 1921 |
1902 |
2202 |
History of Robinson Crusoe |
Anonymous |
Action & Adventure |
A 6-page digest of Defoe's famous work for young readers (Summary by Dennis Sayers)<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-robinson-crusoe/ |
6 page digest defoe s famous work young readers summary dennis sayers p |
| 1922 |
1893 |
2193 |
Adresse à l'Assemblée nationale, pour l'abolition de la traite des Noirs |
Jacques Pierre Brissot de Warville |
Political Science, Early Modern |
<p>La Société des Amis des Noirs est une association créée le 19 février 1788 qui avait pour but l'abolition immédiate de la traite des Noirs et non de l'esclavage; d'une part dans le souci de maintenir l'économie des colonies françaises, et d'autre part dans l'idée qu'avant d'accéder à la liberté, les Noirs devaient y être préparés, et donc éduqués.</p> <p>L'adresse à l'Assemblée nationale qui vous est proposée ici date du 5 février 1790.</p> <p>The Society of the Friends of the Blacks (French: Société des amis des Noirs or Amis des noirs) was a group of French men, mostly white, which were abolitionists (opponents of Black slavery and the African slave trade). The association was created on February 19, 1788, and was led by Jacques-Pierre Brissot, with advice from Thomas Clarkson who headed the abolitionist movement in the Kingdom of Great Britain. At the beginning of 1789, it had 141 members.</p> <p>The reply to the National Assembly which is presented here dates from the 5th February 1790</p><br/> (from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/pour-labolition-de-la-traite-des-noirs-by-societe-des-amis-des-noirs/ |
p la société des amis des noirs est une association créée le 19 février 1788 qui avait pour l abolition immédiate de la traite des noirs et non de l esclavage d une part dans le souci de maintenir l économie des colonies françaises et d autre part dans l idée qu avant d accéder à la liberté les noirs devaient être préparés et donc éduqués p p l adresse à l assemblée nationale qui vous est proposée ici date du 5 février 1790 p p the society friends blacks french société des amis des noirs amis des noirs group french men mostly white abolitionists opponents black slavery african slave trade association created february 19 1788 led jacques pierre brissot advice thomas clarkson headed abolitionist movement kingdom great britain beginning 1789 141 members p p the reply national assembly presented dates 5th february 1790 p br from wikipedia p |
| 1923 |
1894 |
2194 |
Coming Race |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton (1803-1873) was an English novelist, poet, playright, and politician. Lord Lytton was a florid, popular writer of his day, who coined such phrases as "the great unwashed", "pursuit of the almighty dollar", "the pen is mightier than the sword", and the infamous incipit "It was a dark and stormy night." .<br /><br />The Coming Race drew heavily on his interest in the occult and contributed to the birth of the science fiction genre. Unquestionably, its story of a subterranean race of men waiting to reclaim the surface is one of the first science fiction novels. The novel centres on a young, independently wealthy traveler (the narrator), who accidentally finds his way into a subterranean world occupied by beings who seem to resemble angels, who call themselves Vril-ya. The hero soon discovers that they are descendants of an antediluvian civilisation who live in networks of subterranean caverns linked by tunnels. The narrator suggests that in time, the Vril-ya will run out of habitable spaces underground and will start claiming the surface of the earth, destroying mankind in the process, if necessary. (Summary compiled from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-race-by-edward-george-bulwer-lytton/ |
edward george earle lytton bulwer lytton 1st baron lytton 1803 1873 english novelist poet playright politician lord lytton florid popular writer day coined phrases the great unwashed pursuit almighty dollar the pen mightier sword infamous incipit it dark stormy night br br the coming race drew heavily interest occult contributed birth science fiction genre unquestionably story subterranean race men waiting reclaim surface one first science fiction novels novel centres young independently wealthy traveler the narrator accidentally finds way subterranean world occupied beings seem resemble angels call vril ya hero soon discovers descendants antediluvian civilisation live networks subterranean caverns linked tunnels narrator suggests time vril ya run habitable spaces underground start claiming surface earth destroying mankind process necessary summary compiled wikipedia p |
| 1924 |
1895 |
2195 |
Story of the Amulet (version 2) |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The Story of the Amulet is a novel for children, written in 1906 by E. Nesbit. It is the final part of a trilogy of novels that also includes Five Children and It (1902) and The Phoenix and the Carpet (1904). In it the children re-encounter the Psammead—the "it" in Five Children and It. As it no longer grants wishes to the children, however, its capacity is mainly advisory in relation to the children's other discovery, the Amulet, thus following a formula successfully established in The Phoenix and the Carpet. (Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-amulet-version-2-by-e-nesbit/ |
story amulet novel children written 1906 e nesbit final part trilogy novels also includes five children 1902 phoenix carpet 1904 children re encounter psammead the it five children it longer grants wishes children however capacity mainly advisory relation children s discovery amulet thus following formula successfully established phoenix carpet summary wikipedia |
| 1925 |
1896 |
2196 |
Tale Of Tommy Fox |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Bailey's writing has been described thusly by the Newark Evening News: "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-tommy-fox-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
bailey s writing described thusly newark evening news mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers made habit never write down children frequently used words beyond average juvenile vocabulary believing youngsters respond stimulus unfamiliar wikipedia |
| 1926 |
1897 |
2197 |
Motor Girls |
Margaret Penrose |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Action & Adventure |
When Cora Kimball got her new auto for her birthday she had no idea what adventures would start for her and her brother Jack.\nWhere did Ed’s money and bonds disappear? Were they misplaced or were they stolen and lost forever. Did the conceited Sid Wilcox have something to do with the missing money, with the help of Ida Giles? And what did the obnoxious Lem Gildy have to do with it all?\nJoin Cora and her friends in this mystery and adventure of The Motor Girls. (Summary by Lucy Burgoyne)</p>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-motor-girls-by-margaret-penrose/ |
cora kimball got new auto birthday idea adventures would start brother jack ed s money bonds disappear misplaced stolen lost forever conceited sid wilcox something missing money help ida giles obnoxious lem gildy all join cora friends mystery adventure motor girls summary lucy burgoyne p |
| 1927 |
1898 |
2198 |
Herodotus' Histories Vol 1 |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
<p>The <i>Histories</i> of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histories tell the story of the war between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the 5th century BC. Herodotus traveled extensively around the ancient world, conducting interviews and collecting stories for his book. The rise of the Persian Empire is chronicled, and the causes for the conflict with Greece. Herodotus treats the conflict as an ideological one, frequently contrasting the absolute power of the Persian king with the democratic government of the Greeks. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/herodotus-histories-vol-1/ |
p the i histories i herodotus halicarnassus considered first work history western literature written 440 bc histories tell story war persian empire greek city states 5th century bc herodotus traveled extensively around ancient world conducting interviews collecting stories book rise persian empire chronicled causes conflict greece herodotus treats conflict ideological one frequently contrasting absolute power persian king democratic government greeks summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 1928 |
1899 |
2199 |
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew (Version 2) |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction |
The Five Little Peppers and How They Grew tells the story of how the Peppers live, learn, and play in their little brown house. They are poor, and Mamsie must work constantly to keep the wolf from the door but they do it with gaiety and spirit that would not be expected.<BR><BR>The Peppers make due with whatever they have and the elder children try to make things special for the younger. Though tragedies often befall them, they bear it as best they are able and make the most of the good. (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-and-how-they-grew-by-margaret-sidney-2/ |
five little peppers grew tells story peppers live learn play little brown house poor mamsie must work constantly keep wolf door gaiety spirit would expected br br the peppers make due whatever elder children try make things special younger though tragedies often befall them bear best able make good from wikipedia p |
| 1929 |
1904 |
2204 |
Bible (ASV) 25: Lamentations |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Book of Lamentations (Hebrew: אֵיכָה, Eikha, ʾēḫā(h)) is a book of the Bible Old Testament and Jewish Tanakh. It is traditionally read by the Jewish people on Tisha B'Av, the fast day that commemorates the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. It is called in the Hebrew canon 'Eikhah, meaning "How," being the formula for the commencement of a song of wailing. It is the first word of the book (see 2 Sam. 1:19-27). The Septuagint adopted the name rendered "Lamentations" (Greek threnoi = Hebrew qinoth) now in common use, to denote the character of the book, in which the prophet mourns over the desolations brought on Jerusalem and the Holy Land by the Chaldeans. In the Hebrew Bible it is placed among the Ketuvim, the Writings. <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-lamentations-of-jeremiah-asv/ |
p the book lamentations hebrew א יכ ה eikha ʾēḫā h book bible old testament jewish tanakh traditionally read jewish people tisha b av fast day commemorates destruction temple jerusalem called hebrew canon eikhah meaning how formula commencement song wailing first word book see 2 sam 1 19 27 septuagint adopted name rendered lamentations greek threnoi hebrew qinoth common use denote character book prophet mourns desolations brought jerusalem holy land chaldeans hebrew bible placed among ketuvim writings br summary wikipedia p |
| 1930 |
1905 |
2205 |
Viviane |
Paul Duval |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Tragedy |
<p>« Comment, Viviane, la fille onduleuse aux crins d'or, courtisane galloise experte en félonie, des douze preux d'Arthur ayant été honnie pour sa langue envieuse et ses viles amours, se vengea. »</p> <P ALIGN=RIGHT><em>« Ainsi donc tu le veux, couleuvre aux yeux de femme ? Apprends donc la légende. »</em> <br/>(Extraits adaptés)</P> <p>How the perfidious Viviane took revenge on Arthur's valiants, who held her in contempt, by seducing Myrdhinn, the sorcerer.</p> <P ALIGN=RIGHT><em>So, that is what you want, grass-snake with woman's eyes? Then, learn the legend.</em> <br/>(Summary by Ezwa)</P> |
French |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/viviane-by-jean-lorrain/ |
p comment viviane la fille onduleuse aux crins d or courtisane galloise experte en félonie des douze preux d arthur ayant été honnie pour sa langue envieuse et ses viles amours se vengea p p align right em ainsi donc tu le veux couleuvre aux yeux de femme apprends donc la légende em br extraits adaptés p p how perfidious viviane took revenge arthur s valiants held contempt seducing myrdhinn sorcerer p p align right em so want grass snake woman s eyes then learn legend em br summary ezwa p |
| 1931 |
1906 |
2206 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 030 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 030: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-030/ |
p librivox s short story collection 030 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1932 |
1907 |
2207 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Wisdom |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>Wisdom is one of the apocryphal/deuterocanonical books of the Bible. It is a wisdom book, bearing similarity to the canonical works. Scholars believe that the book represents the most classical Greek language found in the Septuagint, having been written during the Jewish Hellenistic period (the 1st or 2nd century BC). The author of the text appears well versed in the popular philosophical, religious, and ethical writings adopted by Hellenistic Alexandria. According to St. Melito in the second century AD, it was considered canonical by Jews and Christians,[1] and a Hebrew translation of the Wisdom of Solomon is mentioned by Naḥmanides in the preface to his commentary on the Pentateuch.The philosophical influences on the Book of Wisdom may include those of classical and Middle-Platonism. Some religious and ethical influences may stem from Stoicism, also found in the writings of the Alexandrian Jew, Philo, to whom Book of Wisdom has on occasion been wrongly attributed. (This is evident in the use of the four Stoic ideals which are borrowed from Plato.) A sorites appears in Chapter 6 (v. 17-20). This logical form is also called chain-inference, "of which the Stoics were very fond." (Zeller, Stoics, p. 216 note) (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-wisdom-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
p wisdom one apocryphal deuterocanonical books bible wisdom book bearing similarity canonical works scholars believe book represents classical greek language found septuagint written jewish hellenistic period the 1st 2nd century bc author text appears well versed popular philosophical religious ethical writings adopted hellenistic alexandria according st melito second century ad considered canonical jews christians 1 hebrew translation wisdom solomon mentioned naḥmanides preface commentary pentateuch the philosophical influences book wisdom may include classical middle platonism religious ethical influences may stem stoicism also found writings alexandrian jew philo book wisdom occasion wrongly attributed this evident use four stoic ideals borrowed plato sorites appears chapter 6 v 17 20 logical form also called chain inference of stoics fond zeller stoics p 216 note summary wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1933 |
1908 |
2208 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 1 Maccabees |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>1 Maccabees is an apocryphal/deuterocanonical book written by a Jewish author after the restoration of an independent Jewish kingdom, probably about 100 BC. It is included in the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox canons. Protestants, Jews, and some others regard it as generally reliable historically, but not a part of Scripture. The setting of the book is about a century after the conquest of Judea by the Greeks under Alexander the Great, after Alexander's empire has been divided so that Judea was part of the Greek Seleucid Empire. It tells how the Greek ruler Antiochus IV Epiphanes attempted to suppress the practice of basic Jewish religious law, resulting in a Jewish revolt against Seleucid rule. The book covers the whole of the revolt, from 175 to 134 BC, highlighting how the salvation of the Jewish people in this crisis came from God through Mattathias' family, particularly his sons, Judas Maccabeus, Jonathan Maccabaeus, and Simon Maccabaeus, and his grandson, John Hyrcanus. The doctrine expressed in the book reflects traditional Jewish teaching, without later doctrines found, for example, in 2 Maccabees. (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-1-maccabees-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
p 1 maccabees apocryphal deuterocanonical book written jewish author restoration independent jewish kingdom probably 100 bc included catholic eastern orthodox canons protestants jews others regard generally reliable historically part scripture setting book century conquest judea greeks alexander great alexander s empire divided judea part greek seleucid empire tells greek ruler antiochus iv epiphanes attempted suppress practice basic jewish religious law resulting jewish revolt seleucid rule book covers whole revolt 175 134 bc highlighting salvation jewish people crisis came god mattathias family particularly sons judas maccabeus jonathan maccabaeus simon maccabaeus grandson john hyrcanus doctrine expressed book reflects traditional jewish teaching without later doctrines found example 2 maccabees summary wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1934 |
1909 |
2209 |
Maria Chapdelaine |
Louis Hémon |
General Fiction |
Maria Chapdelaine raconte la vie difficile d'une famille paysanne au Québec, au début des années 1900.</p> |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/maria-chapdelaine-by-louis-hemon/ |
maria chapdelaine raconte la vie difficile d une famille paysanne au québec au début des années 1900 p |
| 1935 |
1910 |
2210 |
Paradise Regained |
John Milton |
Epics |
<p>Paradise Regained is a poem by the 17th century English poet John Milton, published in 1671. It is connected by name to his earlier and more famous epic poem Paradise Lost, with which it shares similar theological themes. Based on the Gospel of Luke's version of the Temptation of Christ, Paradise Regained is more thoughtful in writing style, and thrives upon the imagery of Jesus' perfection in contrast to the shame of Satan. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p>\nThe <a href="http://librivox.org/paradise-lost-by-john-milton/">Librivox recording of Paradise Lost can be found here</a>.</p> |
English |
1671 |
https://librivox.org/paradise-regained-by-john-milton/ |
p paradise regained poem 17th century english poet john milton published 1671 connected name earlier famous epic poem paradise lost shares similar theological themes based gospel luke s version temptation christ paradise regained thoughtful writing style thrives upon imagery jesus perfection contrast shame satan summary wikipedia p a href http librivox org paradise lost by john milton librivox recording paradise lost found here a p |
| 1936 |
1911 |
2211 |
Andersens Sproken en vertellingen |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Sprookjes van Hans Christiaan Andersen, naverteld door Simon Jacob Andriessen. Deze verzameling bevat een aantal overbekende sprookjes, zoals <i>Het lelijke jonge eendje</i> en <i>De prinses op de erwt</i>, maar ook veel minder bekende vertellingen.<BR>Laat u voorlezen door Librivox vrijwilligers. Van een aantal sprookjes zijn twee versies aanwezig, voor de beroemde Librivox "Choice of Voice".<BR><BR>Recording in Dutch of fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen.</p> |
Dutch |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/andersens-sproken-en-vertellingen-door-hans-christian-andersen/ |
sprookjes van hans christiaan andersen naverteld door simon jacob andriessen deze verzameling bevat een aantal overbekende sprookjes zoals i het lelijke jonge eendje i en i de prinses op de erwt i maar ook veel minder bekende vertellingen br laat u voorlezen door librivox vrijwilligers van een aantal sprookjes zijn twee versies aanwezig voor de beroemde librivox choice voice br br recording dutch fairy tales hans christian andersen p |
| 1937 |
1912 |
2212 |
Arsène Lupin, gentleman-cambrioleur |
Maurice Leblanc |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Arsène Lupin, gentleman-cambrioleur est un recueil de nouvelles écrites par Maurice Leblanc et contant les aventures d'Arsène Lupin. </p><p>La première nouvelle de ce recueil a été publié en juillet 1905 dans le journal <em>Je sais tout</em>. Il s'agissait de la première nouvelle mettant en œuvre Arsène Lupin. Celle-ci ayant du succès, Maurice Leblanc est encouragé à écrire la suite, en plusieurs nouvelles. Ce qui sera fait jusqu'en 1907. <br/>(Résumé de wikipédia)</p> |
French |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/arsene-lupin-gentleman-cambrioleur-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
p arsène lupin gentleman cambrioleur est un recueil de nouvelles écrites par maurice leblanc et contant les aventures d arsène lupin p p la première nouvelle de ce recueil été publié en juillet 1905 dans le journal em je sais tout em il s agissait de la première nouvelle mettant en œuvre arsène lupin celle ci ayant du succès maurice leblanc est encouragé à écrire la suite en plusieurs nouvelles ce qui sera fait jusqu en 1907 br résumé de wikipédia p |
| 1938 |
1913 |
2213 |
She and Allan |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>H Rider Haggard’s “She and Allan”, first published in 1921 is a gripping adventure about Allan Quatermain, who together with Hans, the Hottentot and, the Zulu-Chief Omslopogaas and at the bidding of the old Witch Doctor Zikali seeks out Ayesha, the daughter of Isis to find answers to their questions about life and death, and their many, sometimes strange, Adventures on their way. Written by Lars Rolander</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/she-and-allan-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p h rider haggard s she allan first published 1921 gripping adventure allan quatermain together hans hottentot and zulu chief omslopogaas bidding old witch doctor zikali seeks ayesha daughter isis find answers questions life death many sometimes strange adventures way written lars rolander p |
| 1939 |
1914 |
2214 |
Great Englishwomen |
M. B. Synge |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<i>Great Englishwomen</i> is a collection of biographies of some of the greatest women in England's history. Women who were leaders of their country in troubled times, women who were reformers in prison conditions, and those who sought improvement in the education and living conditions of the poor. Some were great painters, poets, and writers. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/great-englishwomen-by-m-b-synge/ |
i great englishwomen i collection biographies greatest women england s history women leaders country troubled times women reformers prison conditions sought improvement education living conditions poor great painters poets writers summary laura caldwell p |
| 1940 |
1915 |
2215 |
Haunted Bookshop |
Christopher Morley |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Roger Mifflin is the somewhat eccentric proprietor of <i>The Haunted Bookshop</i>, a second-hand bookstore in Brooklyn that is "haunted by the ghosts of all great literature." Beginning with the arrival of a young advertising man and the mysterious disappearance of a certain volume from the shelves of the bookshop, a lively and often humorous tale of intrigue unfolds, generously sprinkled with liberal doses of Roger's unique philosophy on literature and book selling. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
2008 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-bookshop-by-christopher-morley/ |
roger mifflin somewhat eccentric proprietor i the haunted bookshop i second hand bookstore brooklyn haunted ghosts great literature beginning arrival young advertising man mysterious disappearance certain volume shelves bookshop lively often humorous tale intrigue unfolds generously sprinkled liberal doses roger s unique philosophy literature book selling summary j m smallheer p |
| 1941 |
1916 |
2216 |
Nagelaten Bekentenis |
Marcellus Emants |
Literary Fiction |
"Mijn vrouw is dood en al begraven."<BR><BR>Hiermee opent Willem Termeer zijn bekentenis. Het zou zonde zijn om hier meer details te vermelden - laat Termeer zijn eigen verhaal maar vertellen. <BR><BR>Teaser in English: this Dutch classic starts with the famous opening line: “My wife is dead and has already been buried.” It's written by the recent widower, and the book is entitled “a posthumous confession”. That will give you some idea of the contents.... (Summary by Anna Simon)</p> |
Dutch |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/een-nagelaten-bekentenis-door-marcellus-emants/ |
mijn vrouw dood en al begraven br br hiermee opent willem termeer zijn bekentenis het zou zonde zijn om hier meer details te vermelden laat termeer zijn eigen verhaal maar vertellen br br teaser english dutch classic starts famous opening line my wife dead already buried written recent widower book entitled a posthumous confession give idea contents summary anna simon p |
| 1942 |
1917 |
2217 |
Armistice |
Sophie Jewett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of <em>Armistice</em> by Sophie Jewett. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 1st, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/armistice-by-sophie-jewett/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings em armistice em sophie jewett weekly poetry project week june 1st 2008 br br |
| 1943 |
1918 |
2218 |
Bible (CSB) 01 - Книги Бытия |
Church Slavonic Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Первая книга Пятикнижия (Торы), Ветхаго Завета и всея Библии. Повествует о периоде от Сотворения мiра и человека до смерти Иосифа во Египте. Состоит из пятидесяти глав. <br/>(from Wikipedia)</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/knigi-bytiia-csv/ |
p первая книга пятикнижия торы ветхаго завета и всея библии повествует о периоде от сотворения мiра и человека до смерти иосифа во египте состоит из пятидесяти глав br from wikipedia p |
| 1944 |
1919 |
2220 |
Dog's Tale |
Mark Twain |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
<p>This short novel of Twain’s, from 1903, is told from the point of view of a loyal and beloved family pet. Themes of heroics, valor and heart-wrenching tenderness fill this work. The story is also filled with happy events as well as sad ones and is ultimately about what dogs are to us … best friends. A Dog’s Tale is quintessentially Twain. (Summary by Aaron Elliott)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-dogs-tale-by-mark-twain/ |
p this short novel twain s 1903 told point view loyal beloved family pet themes heroics valor heart wrenching tenderness fill work story also filled happy events well sad ones ultimately dogs us best friends dog s tale quintessentially twain summary aaron elliott p |
| 1945 |
1920 |
2221 |
Ghost Story Collection 006 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of ten pieces, read by various readers, about the unreal edges of this world in legend and story; tales of love, death and beyond. If just one story prickles the hair on the back of your neck, or prickles your eyelids with the touch of tears, we will have succeeded.(Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ghost-story-collection-volume-006/ |
collection ten pieces read various readers unreal edges world legend story tales love death beyond one story prickles hair back neck prickles eyelids touch tears succeeded summary peter yearsley p |
| 1946 |
1921 |
2222 |
Wealth of Nations, Book 2 and 3 |
Adam Smith |
Business & Economics |
An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of the Scottish economist Adam Smith, published on March 9, 1776 during the Scottish Enlightenment. It is a clearly written account of political economy at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, and is widely considered to be the first modern work in the field of economics. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/the-wealth-of-nations-book-2-and-3/ |
inquiry nature causes wealth nations magnum opus scottish economist adam smith published march 9 1776 scottish enlightenment clearly written account political economy dawn industrial revolution widely considered first modern work field economics from wikipedia p |
| 1947 |
1922 |
2224 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Additions to Esther |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>\nAn additional six chapters appear interspersed in Esther in the Septuagint, the Greek translation, which then was noted by Jerome in compiling the Latin Vulgate; additionally, the Greek text contains many small changes in the meaning of the main text. The extra chapters include several prayers to God, perhaps because it was felt that the above-mentioned lack of mention of God was inappropriate in a holy book. Jerome recognized them as additions not present in the Hebrew Text and placed them at the end of his Latin translation as chapters 10:4-16:24. However, some modern Catholic English Bibles restore the Septuagint order, such as Esther in the NAB. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/additions-to-esther-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
p additional six chapters appear interspersed esther septuagint greek translation noted jerome compiling latin vulgate additionally greek text contains many small changes meaning main text extra chapters include several prayers god perhaps felt above mentioned lack mention god inappropriate holy book jerome recognized additions present hebrew text placed end latin translation chapters 10 4 16 24 however modern catholic english bibles restore septuagint order esther nab summary wikipedia p |
| 1948 |
1923 |
2225 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Additions to Daniel |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p>\nThe Additions to Daniel comprise three chapters not found in the Hebrew/Aramaic text of Daniel. The text of these chapters is found in the Greek Septuagint and in the earlier Old Greek translation. They are accepted as canonical and translated as such in Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Bibles. They are listed in Article VI of the Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England. However, most Protestant versions exclude these passages as apocryphal, retaining only the text available today in the Hebrew/Aramaic manuscripts.<BR><BR> The additions are: The Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Holy Children : Daniel 3:24-90 inserted between verses 23 and 24 (v. 24 becomes v. 91) in the Protestant cannon. It incorporates the Fiery Furnace episode.<BR>Susanna and the Elders : before Daniel 1:1, a prologue in early Greek manuscripts; chapter 13 in the Vulgate. <BR>Bel and the Dragon : after Daniel 12:13 in Greek, an epilogue; chapter 14 in the Vulgate. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/additions-to-daniel-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
p additions daniel comprise three chapters found hebrew aramaic text daniel text chapters found greek septuagint earlier old greek translation accepted canonical translated roman catholic eastern orthodox oriental orthodox bibles listed article vi thirty nine articles church england however protestant versions exclude passages apocryphal retaining text available today hebrew aramaic manuscripts br br additions are prayer azariah song three holy children daniel 3 24 90 inserted verses 23 24 v 24 becomes v 91 protestant cannon incorporates fiery furnace episode br susanna elders daniel 1 1 prologue early greek manuscripts chapter 13 vulgate br bel dragon daniel 12 13 greek epilogue chapter 14 vulgate summary wikipedia p |
| 1949 |
1924 |
2226 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Baruch |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
<p> The Book of Baruch consists of exhortation to Jews in exile to accept exile, hope for the mercy of God, and resist the temptation to worship idols of the nations. The Book of Baruch, occasionally referred to as 1 Baruch, is called a deuterocanonical or apocryphal book of the Bible. Although not in the Hebrew Bible, it is found in the Greek Bible (LXX) and in the Vulgate Bible, and also in Theodotion's version. There it is found among the prophetical books which also include Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel, and the twelve minor prophets. It is named after Baruch ben Neriah, Jeremiah's scribe. Scholars propose that it was written during or shortly after the period of the Maccabees. In the Vulgate, the King James Bible, and many other versions, the Letter of Jeremiah is appended to the end of the Book of Baruch as a sixth chapter. (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-baruch-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
p book baruch consists exhortation jews exile accept exile hope mercy god resist temptation worship idols nations book baruch occasionally referred 1 baruch called deuterocanonical apocryphal book bible although hebrew bible found greek bible lxx vulgate bible also theodotion s version found among prophetical books also include isaiah jeremiah lamentations ezekiel daniel twelve minor prophets named baruch ben neriah jeremiah s scribe scholars propose written shortly period maccabees vulgate king james bible many versions letter jeremiah appended end book baruch sixth chapter summary wikipedia modified sam stinson p |
| 1950 |
1925 |
2227 |
Outline of Science, Vol 1 |
J. Arthur Thomson |
Science |
The Outline of Science, Volume 1 was written specifically with the\nman-on-the-street in mind as the target audience. Covering\nscientific subjects ranging from astronomy to biology to elementary\nphysics in clear, concise and easily understood prose, this\npopular science work is largely as relevant today as when first\npublished in 1922. Special emphasis is given to the principles\nof biological adaptation and evolution, especially how they relate to\nthe rise of the human species from lower orders. Also included are\nthe basics of the (then) fairly new concept of relativity and its impact\non emerging scientific theories.<br><br>\n\nSince first posted at Project Gutenberg in 2006, the text of\nThe Outline of Science, Volume 1 has consistently ranked in the\n"Top 100 EBooks" category.<br><br>\n\n(Summary by James Christopher) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/outline-of-science-volume-1-by-j-arthur-thomson/ |
outline science volume 1 written specifically man on the street mind target audience covering scientific subjects ranging astronomy biology elementary physics clear concise easily understood prose popular science work largely relevant today first published 1922 special emphasis given principles biological adaptation evolution especially relate rise human species lower orders also included basics then fairly new concept relativity impact emerging scientific theories br br since first posted project gutenberg 2006 text outline science volume 1 consistently ranked top 100 ebooks category br br summary james christopher p |
| 1951 |
1926 |
2228 |
Famous Sea Fights |
John Richard Hale |
War & Military, History |
I propose to tell in non-technical and popular language the story of some of the most remarkable episodes in the history of sea power. I shall begin with the first sea-fight of which we have a detailed history—the Battle of Salamis (B.C. 480), the victory by which Themistocles the Athenian proved the soundness of his maxim that "he who commands the sea commands all." I shall end with the last and greatest of naval engagements, the Battle of Tsu-shima, an event that reversed the long experience of victory won by West over East, which began with Salamis more than two thousand years ago.<br /><br />I shall have to tell of British triumphs on the sea from Sluys to Trafalgar; but I shall take instances from the history of other countries also, for it is well that we should remember that the skill, enterprise, and courage of admirals and seamen is no exclusive possession of our own people.</p>\n<p>I shall incidentally describe the gradual evolution of the warship from the wooden, oar-driven galleys that fought in the Straits of Salamis to the steel-built, steam-propelled giants that met in battle in the Straits of Tsu-shima. I shall have something to say of old seafaring ways, and much to tell of the brave deeds done by men of many nations. These true stories of the sea will, I trust, have not only the interest that belongs to all records of courage, danger, and adventure, but also some practical lessons of their own. (From the Introduction of the Book)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/famous-sea-fights-by-john-r-hale/ |
propose tell non technical popular language story remarkable episodes history sea power shall begin first sea fight detailed history the battle salamis b c 480 victory themistocles athenian proved soundness maxim he commands sea commands all shall end last greatest naval engagements battle tsu shima event reversed long experience victory west east began salamis two thousand years ago br br i shall tell british triumphs sea sluys trafalgar shall take instances history countries also well remember skill enterprise courage admirals seamen exclusive possession people p p i shall incidentally describe gradual evolution warship wooden oar driven galleys fought straits salamis steel built steam propelled giants met battle straits tsu shima shall something say old seafaring ways much tell brave deeds done men many nations true stories sea will trust interest belongs records courage danger adventure also practical lessons own from introduction book p |
| 1952 |
1927 |
2229 |
Magic of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
L. Frank Baum's last beloved Oz book before his death, this story deals with the discovery of a powerful magic word by a young boy from Oz, who immediately is plunged head-first into adventure through his discovery. (Summary by Piper Hale)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
l frank baum s last beloved oz book death story deals discovery powerful magic word young boy oz immediately plunged head first adventure discovery summary piper hale p |
| 1953 |
1928 |
2230 |
Social Contract |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
<p>The Social Contract outlines Rousseau's views on political justice, explaining how a just and legitimate state is to be founded, organized and administered. Rousseau sets forth, in his characteristically brazen and iconoclastic manner, the case for direct democracy, while simultaneously casting every other form of government as illegitimate and tantamount to slavery. Often hailed as a revolutionary document which sparked the French Revolution, The Social Contract serves both to inculcate dissatisfaction with actually-existing governments and to allow its readers to envision and desire a radically different form of political and social organization. (Summary by Eric Jonas)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-social-contract-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
p the social contract outlines rousseau s views political justice explaining legitimate state founded organized administered rousseau sets forth characteristically brazen iconoclastic manner case direct democracy simultaneously casting every form government illegitimate tantamount slavery often hailed revolutionary document sparked french revolution social contract serves inculcate dissatisfaction actually existing governments allow readers envision desire radically different form political social organization summary eric jonas p |
| 1954 |
1929 |
2231 |
New Jerusalem |
G. K. Chesterton |
Religion, Travel & Geography |
<p>The opinions expressed are not necessarily those of anyone involved in the production of this book, and are not the views of LibriVox.</br>\n<br>Dale Ahlquist calls the book a "philosophical travelogue" of Chesterton's journey across Europe to Palestine. "On the road to Cairo one may see twenty groups exactly like that of the Holy Family in the pictures of the Flight into Egypt; with only one difference. The man is riding on the ass." <br/><br/>\n"The real mistake of the Muslims is something much more modern in its application than any particular passing persecution of Christians as such. It lay in the very fact that they did think they had a simpler and saner sort of Christianity, as do many modern Christians. They thought it could be made universal merely by being made uninteresting. Now a man preaching what he thinks is a platitude is far more intolerant than a man preaching what he admits is a paradox. It was exactly because it seemed self-evident, to Muslims as to Bolshevists, that their simple creed was suited to everybody, that they wished in that particular sweeping fashion to impose it on everybody." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/new-jerusalem-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p the opinions expressed necessarily anyone involved production book views librivox br br dale ahlquist calls book philosophical travelogue chesterton s journey across europe palestine on road cairo one may see twenty groups exactly like holy family pictures flight egypt one difference man riding ass br br the real mistake muslims something much modern application particular passing persecution christians such lay fact think simpler saner sort christianity many modern christians thought could made universal merely made uninteresting man preaching thinks platitude far intolerant man preaching admits paradox exactly seemed self evident muslims bolshevists simple creed suited everybody wished particular sweeping fashion impose everybody summary wikipedia p |
| 1955 |
1930 |
2232 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 11 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Ce onzième livre des fables de Jean de La Fontaine est celui qui contient le plus petit nombre de fables: 10. Toutefois, les textes de ces fables sont plus élaborés que ceux des textes des premiers livres du fabuliste. Le message est plus songé et aussi... moins accessible, ce qui pourrait expliquer que ces fables soient moins connues du grand public. <br/>(de Jean Lambert)</p> |
French |
1685 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-11-jl/ |
p ce onzième livre des fables de jean de la fontaine est celui qui contient le plus petit nombre de fables 10 toutefois les textes de ces fables sont plus élaborés que ceux des textes des premiers livres du fabuliste le message est plus songé et aussi moins accessible ce qui pourrait expliquer que ces fables soient moins connues du grand public br de jean lambert p |
| 1956 |
1931 |
2233 |
Trostschrift an Marcia |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca (4 v. Chr.–65 n. Chr.) gibt stoische Grundsätze zum Tod und zur Trauer. Übersetzung durch Albert Forbiger (1798-1878) von 1867. (Zusammenfassung von redaer) </p> |
German |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/trostschrift-an-marcia-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
lucius annaeus seneca 4 v chr 65 n chr gibt stoische grundsätze zum tod und zur trauer übersetzung durch albert forbiger 1798 1878 von 1867 zusammenfassung von redaer p |
| 1957 |
1932 |
2234 |
Poems: Series One |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>Renowned poet Emily Dickinson (1830 - 1886) wrote many many poems. This collection, "Poems: Series One", presents the first installment of the complete poetic works of Miss Emily Dickinson. It is broken into four parts: Life, Love, Nature, and Time and Eternity.<br><br>The verses of Emily Dickinson belong emphatically to what Emerson long since called "the Poetry of the Portfolio,"--something produced absolutely without the thought of publication, and solely by way of expression of the writer's own mind. The poetry found here is then entirely honest, and indicative of the authors true feelings. (Summary by Shurtagal and Thomas Wentworth Higginson)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/poems-series-one-by-emily-dickinson/ |
p renowned poet emily dickinson 1830 1886 wrote many many poems collection poems series one presents first installment complete poetic works miss emily dickinson broken four parts life love nature time eternity br br the verses emily dickinson belong emphatically emerson long since called the poetry portfolio something produced absolutely without thought publication solely way expression writer s mind poetry found entirely honest indicative authors true feelings summary shurtagal thomas wentworth higginson p |
| 1958 |
1933 |
2235 |
Flower Fables |
Louisa May Alcott |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Flower Fables is Louisa May Alcott's first book, penned at 16 for Ralph Waldo Emerson's daughter, Ellen.(Summary by Clarica)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/flower-fables-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
flower fables louisa may alcott s first book penned 16 ralph waldo emerson s daughter ellen summary clarica p |
| 1959 |
1934 |
2236 |
Umbrellas and Their History |
William Sangster |
*Non-fiction, History |
A whimsically serious look at the umbrella and society. (summary by Clarica)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/umbrellas-and-their-history-by-william-sangster/ |
whimsically serious look umbrella society summary clarica p |
| 1960 |
1936 |
2238 |
Epistle of Polycarp to the Philippians |
Polycarp |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Polycarp's Letter to the Philippians (often simply called To the Philippians) composed around 110 to 140 AD is described by Irenaeus as follows: "There is also a forceful epistle written by Polycarp to the Philippians, from which those who wish to do so, and are anxious about their salvation, can learn the character of his faith, and the preaching of the truth." (J Stevenson, A new Eusebius [London: SPCK, 1965] p. 120) This is one quote from the epistle: "Stand fast, therefore, in this conduct and follow the example of the Lord, 'firm and unchangeable in faith, lovers of the brotherhood, loving each other, united in truth,' helping each other with the mildness of the Lord, despising no man." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/epistle_polycarp_philippians/ |
p polycarp s letter philippians often simply called philippians composed around 110 140 ad described irenaeus follows there also forceful epistle written polycarp philippians wish so anxious salvation learn character faith preaching truth j stevenson new eusebius london spck 1965 p 120 one quote epistle stand fast therefore conduct follow example lord firm unchangeable faith lovers brotherhood loving other united truth helping mildness lord despising man summary wikipedia p |
| 1961 |
1937 |
2239 |
Pélerinage d'un nommé Chrétien, Le : écrit sous l'allégorie d'un songe |
John Bunyan |
Christian Fiction |
<p><em>« Le pélerinage d'un nommé Chrétien »</em> est un roman allégorique de John Bunyan, publié en 1678. L'auteur rédigea cet ouvrage en 1675, alors qu'il était emprisonné pour avoir violé le Conventicle Act, qui punissait les personnes coupables d'avoir organisé des services religieux non autorisés et sans supervision de l'Église anglicane. </p><p>Le récit rapporte les aventures de Chrétien, un homme ordinaire tâchant de se frayer un chemin depuis la "Cité de la destruction" jusqu'à la "Cité céleste" de Sion. </p> <p><em>"The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come"</em> by John Bunyan (published February, 1678) is a Christian allegory. It is regarded as one of the most significant works of English literature, has been translated into more than 200 languages, and has never been out of print. </p> <p>The allegory tells of Christian, an everyman character, who makes his way from the "City of Destruction" (Earth) to the "Celestial City" (Heaven) of Zion. </p> <p>(Summary from Wikipedia, adapted by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1772 |
https://librivox.org/le-pelerinage-dun-nomme-chretien/ |
p em le pélerinage d un nommé chrétien em est un roman allégorique de john bunyan publié en 1678 l auteur rédigea cet ouvrage en 1675 alors qu il était emprisonné pour avoir violé le conventicle act qui punissait les personnes coupables d avoir organisé des services religieux non autorisés et sans supervision de l église anglicane p p le récit rapporte les aventures de chrétien un homme ordinaire tâchant de se frayer un chemin depuis la cité de la destruction jusqu à la cité céleste de sion p p em the pilgrim s progress world come em john bunyan published february 1678 christian allegory regarded one significant works english literature translated 200 languages never print p p the allegory tells christian everyman character makes way city destruction earth celestial city heaven zion p p summary wikipedia adapted ezwa p |
| 1962 |
1938 |
2240 |
Bible (ASV) 08: Ruth |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>During the time of the Judges when there was a famine, an Israelite family from Bethlehem - Elimelech, his wife Naomi, and their sons Mahlon and Chilion - emigrate to the nearby country of Moab. Elimelech dies, and the sons marry two Moabite women: Mahlon marries Ruth and Chilion marries Orpah. Then Mahlon and Chilion also die. Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem. She tells her daughters-in-law to return to their own mothers, and remarry. Orpah reluctantly leaves; however, Ruth says, "Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there I will be buried. May the LORD deal with me, be it ever so severely, if anything but death separates you and me." (Ruth 1:16-17 NIV) The two women return to Bethlehem. It is the time of the barley harvest, and in order to support her mother-in-law and herself, Ruth goes to the fields to glean. The field she goes to belongs to a man named Boaz, who is kind to her because he has heard of her loyalty to her mother-in-law. Ruth tells her mother-in-law of Boaz's kindness, and she gleans in his field through the remainder of the harvest season. Boaz is a close relative of Naomi's husband's family. He is therefore obliged by the levirate law to marry Mahlon's widow, Ruth, in order to carry on his family line. Naomi sends Ruth to the threshing floor at night and tells her to "uncover the feet" of the sleeping Boaz. Ruth does so, Boaz awakes, and Ruth reminds him that he is "the one with the right to redeem." Boaz is willing to "redeem" Ruth, but there is a closer relative with a stronger right to do so. The next morning, Boaz discusses the issue with this man before the town elders. The other relative is unwilling to jeopardise the inheritance of his own estate by marrying Ruth, and so Boaz is free to do so. Boaz and Ruth get married and have a son named Obed (who by levirate customs is also considered a son or heir to Mahlon, and thus Naomi's grandson). In the genealogy which concludes the story, it is pointed out that Obed is the descendant of Perez the son of Judah, and the grandfather of David. <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-asv/ |
p during time judges famine israelite family bethlehem elimelech wife naomi sons mahlon chilion emigrate nearby country moab elimelech dies sons marry two moabite women mahlon marries ruth chilion marries orpah mahlon chilion also die naomi decides return bethlehem tells daughters in law return mothers remarry orpah reluctantly leaves however ruth says don t urge leave turn back you go go stay stay people people god god die die buried may lord deal me ever severely anything death separates me ruth 1 16 17 niv two women return bethlehem time barley harvest order support mother in law herself ruth goes fields glean field goes belongs man named boaz kind heard loyalty mother in law ruth tells mother in law boaz s kindness gleans field remainder harvest season boaz close relative naomi s husband s family therefore obliged levirate law marry mahlon s widow ruth order carry family line naomi sends ruth threshing floor night tells uncover feet sleeping boaz ruth so boaz awakes ruth reminds the one right redeem boaz willing redeem ruth closer relative stronger right so next morning boaz discusses issue man town elders relative unwilling jeopardise inheritance estate marrying ruth boaz free so boaz ruth get married son named obed who levirate customs also considered son heir mahlon thus naomi s grandson genealogy concludes story pointed obed descendant perez son judah grandfather david br summary wikipedia p |
| 1963 |
1939 |
2241 |
Bible (ASV) 17: Esther |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The book commences with a feast organized by Ahasuerus, initially for his court and dignitaries and afterwards for all inhabitants of Shushan. Ahasuerus orders his wife Vashti to display her beauty before the guests. She refuses, and the King's advisors warn that, if unpunished, her actions would inspire other wives to disobey their husbands. Ahasuerus removes her as queen. (Jews believe that she was executed, He then orders all young women to be presented to him, so he can choose a new queen to replace Vashti. One of these is Esther, who was orphaned at a young age and is being fostered by her uncle Mordechai." <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/esther-asv/ |
p the book commences feast organized ahasuerus initially court dignitaries afterwards inhabitants shushan ahasuerus orders wife vashti display beauty guests refuses king s advisors warn that unpunished actions would inspire wives disobey husbands ahasuerus removes queen jews believe executed orders young women presented him choose new queen replace vashti one esther orphaned young age fostered uncle mordechai br summary wikipedia p |
| 1964 |
1940 |
2242 |
Bible (STE) NT 20: Ιακώβου (James) |
Stephanos 1550 |
Bibles |
<p>Aπευθύνεται στις δώδεκα διασκορπισμένες φυλές του Ισραήλ και σε όλους όσους πιστεύουν στο όνομα του Κυρίου μας Ιησού Χριστού. <br/>Είναι μια σειρά προτροπών και ενθαρρύνσεων , που σχετίζεται άμεσα με την επί όρους ομιλία. Επικεντρώνεται στο να αναζωπυρώσει την γνήσια ζωντανή πίστη και στην εξάσκηση της μετάνοιας , της εμπιστοσύνης, της ταπείνωσης και της αυτοκυριαρχίας. <br/>Ο Άγιος Ιάκωβος είχε εκλεγεί από τους αποστόλους ως ο πρώτος αρχιεπίσκοπος της Ιερουσαλήμ. Ζούσε μια ζωή άγια, αυστηρή και ασκητική. Σύμφωνα με την παράδοση , ακριβώς πριν την πολιορκία της Ιερουσαλήμ , αφού άπιστοι Ιουδαίοι τον γκρέμισαν από τον ναό, τον λιθοβόλησαν μέχρι που τον σκότωσαν. </p><p>It is addressed to the twelve tribes of Jerusalem which are scattered abroad and to every one that believes in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. <br/>A series of admonitions and exhortations , it has many direct parallels with the Sermon on the Mount. He concentrates on rekindling true living faith and on the practice of repentance , trust, humility, patience, and self control. <br/>James was elected as the first bishop of Jerusalem by the apostles He led a holy strict and ascetic life.<br/> According to tradition , just before the besiege of Jerusalem, being thrown from the temple by unfaithful Jews was stoned to death.<br/> (Summary by peaceuntoyou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
1550 |
https://librivox.org/iakobou-ste/ |
p aπευθύνεται στις δώδεκα διασκορπισμένες φυλές του ισραήλ και σε όλους όσους πιστεύουν στο όνομα του κυρίου μας ιησού χριστού br είναι μια σειρά προτροπών και ενθαρρύνσεων που σχετίζεται άμεσα με την επί όρους ομιλία επικεντρώνεται στο να αναζωπυρώσει την γνήσια ζωντανή πίστη και στην εξάσκηση της μετάνοιας της εμπιστοσύνης της ταπείνωσης και της αυτοκυριαρχίας br ο άγιος ιάκωβος είχε εκλεγεί από τους αποστόλους ως ο πρώτος αρχιεπίσκοπος της ιερουσαλήμ ζούσε μια ζωή άγια αυστηρή και ασκητική σύμφωνα με την παράδοση ακριβώς πριν την πολιορκία της ιερουσαλήμ αφού άπιστοι ιουδαίοι τον γκρέμισαν από τον ναό τον λιθοβόλησαν μέχρι που τον σκότωσαν p p it addressed twelve tribes jerusalem scattered abroad every one believes name lord jesus christ br a series admonitions exhortations many direct parallels sermon mount concentrates rekindling true living faith practice repentance trust humility patience self control br james elected first bishop jerusalem apostles led holy strict ascetic life br according tradition besiege jerusalem thrown temple unfaithful jews stoned death br summary peaceuntoyou p |
| 1965 |
1941 |
2243 |
Horror Story Collection 005 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An occasional collection of 10 horror stories by various readers. We aim to unsettle you a little, to cut through the pink cushion of illusion that shields you from the horrible realities of life. Here are the walking dead, the fetid pools of slime, the howls in the night that you thought you had confined to your more unpleasant dreams.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/horror-story-collection-005/ |
occasional collection 10 horror stories various readers aim unsettle little cut pink cushion illusion shields horrible realities life walking dead fetid pools slime howls night thought confined unpleasant dreams p |
| 1966 |
1942 |
2244 |
Tempest |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
Banished from his own lands by a usurping brother, Prospero and his daughter Miranda have been living on a deserted island for years, until fate brings the brother within the range of Prospero's powers. Will he seek revenge, or reconcilement? (Summary by Karen Savage) </p><p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nNarrator – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2136">Great Plains </a><br />\nAlonso, King of Naples – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd </a><br />\nSebastian, his brother – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4077">Nathan Markham </a><br />\nProspero, the right Duke of Milan – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie </a><br />\nAntonio, his brother, the usurping Duke of Milan – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills </a><br />\nFerdinand, son to the King of Naples – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb </a><br />\nGonzalo, an honest old Counsellor – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1578">Lorelle Anderson </a><br />\nAdrian, a Lord – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2937">EricJ</a><br />\nFrancisco, a Lord – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110">Aaron Elliott </a><br />\nCaliban, a savage and deformed Slave – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills </a><br />\nTrinculo, a Jester – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4206/">Ryan Dressler </a><br />\nStephano, a drunken Butler – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw </a><br />\nMaster of a Ship – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2748">Annoying Twit </a><br />\nBoatswain – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/243">Jennifer Stearns </a><br />\nMariners – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman </a><br />\nMiranda, daughter to Prospero – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett </a><br />\nAriel, an airy Spirit – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage </a><br />\nIris, a Spirit – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels </a><br />\nCeres, a Spirit – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3586">Jessamie </a><br />\nJuno, a Spirit – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry </a><p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-tempest-by-william-shakespeare/ |
banished lands usurping brother prospero daughter miranda living deserted island years fate brings brother within range prospero s powers seek revenge reconcilement summary karen savage p p strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2136 great plains a br alonso king naples a href http librivox org reader 1085 hefyd a br sebastian brother a href http librivox org reader 4077 nathan markham a br prospero right duke milan a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br antonio brother usurping duke milan a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br ferdinand son king naples a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br gonzalo honest old counsellor a href http librivox org reader 1578 lorelle anderson a br adrian lord a href http librivox org reader 2937 ericj a br francisco lord a href http librivox org reader 2110 aaron elliott a br caliban savage deformed slave a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br trinculo jester a href http librivox org reader 4206 ryan dressler a br stephano drunken butler a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br master ship a href http librivox org reader 2748 annoying twit a br boatswain a href http librivox org reader 243 jennifer stearns a br mariners a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br miranda daughter prospero a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br ariel airy spirit a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br iris spirit a href http librivox org reader 4063 abigail bartels a br ceres spirit a href http librivox org reader 3586 jessamie a br juno spirit a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a p |
| 1967 |
1944 |
2246 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 3 |
Theodor Mommsen |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
Mommsen (1817-1903) erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur. <br /><br />Römische Geschichte Drittes Buch<br /><br />Von der Einigung Italiens bis auf die Unterwerfung Karthagos und der griechischen Staaten </p> |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/romische-geschichte-buch-3-von-theodor-mommsen/ |
mommsen 1817 1903 erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur br br römische geschichte drittes buch br br von der einigung italiens bis auf die unterwerfung karthagos und der griechischen staaten p |
| 1968 |
1945 |
2247 |
Selected House of Commons Speeches |
Winston S. Churchill |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill (1874 – 1965) was a British politician known chiefly for his leadership of the United Kingdom during World War II. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. A noted statesman and orator, Churchill was also an officer in the British Army, a historical writer, and an artist. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n\n |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/selected-house-of-commons-speeches-by-winston-churchill/ |
sir winston leonard spencer churchill 1874 1965 british politician known chiefly leadership united kingdom world war ii served prime minister united kingdom 1940 1945 1951 1955 noted statesman orator churchill also officer british army historical writer artist summary wikipedia p |
| 1969 |
1946 |
2249 |
United Kingdom House of Lords Speeches Collection |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This collection comprises recordings of seven historic speeches given to the UK House of Lords between 1641 and 1945. Readings are of speeches origninally given by the 1st Earl of Strafford (Thomas Wentworth), the 1st Earl of Chatham (William Pitt the Elder), the 6th Baron Byron (the poet Lord Byron), the 1st Duke of Wellington (Arthur Wellesley), the 3rd Earl of Lucan (George Lord Bingham) and the 3rd Earl Russell (the philosopher Bertrand Russell). (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/united-kingdom-house-of-lords-speeches-collection/ |
collection comprises recordings seven historic speeches given uk house lords 1641 1945 readings speeches origninally given 1st earl strafford thomas wentworth 1st earl chatham william pitt elder 6th baron byron the poet lord byron 1st duke wellington arthur wellesley 3rd earl lucan george lord bingham 3rd earl russell the philosopher bertrand russell summary carl manchester p |
| 1970 |
1947 |
2250 |
Herzen von Afrika |
Georg Schweinfurth |
*Non-fiction |
Schweinfurth trat 1868 im Auftrag der Humboldt-Stiftung in Berlin eine große Reise nach Afrika an. 1869 reiste er von Khartum aus nilaufwärts nach Faschoda und nach dem Gebiet der Dschur. Mit Sklavenjägern immer weiter vordringend, durchzog er die Länder der Bongo, Schilluk, Nuer und der Dinka, unternahm eine Reise zu den menschenfressenden Niam-Niam, besuchte das Land der Mittu und Madi und entdeckte im Lande der bis dahin noch unbekannten, ebenfalls kannibalischen Monbuttu, den Uellefluß (Uelle-Makua (Ubangi)). Ebenso gewann er sichere Kunde von dem Zwergvolk der Akka. Nach Überwindung der größten Schwierigkeiten traf er im Juli 1871 wieder wohlbehalten in Khartum ein. "Die von ihm erlangten Resultate in Ethnographie, Botanik und Geographie reihen sich daher dem Bedeutendsten an, was je auf afrikanischem Boden erreicht worden ist." (Friedrich Embacher über das Werk Im Herzen von Afrika). (Summary by Wikipedia)<BR><BR>Das CD Booklet enthält einige Zeichungen von Georg Schweinfurth, auf welche im Laufe der Lesung verwiesen wird. Ein Ausdruck zur Veranschaulichung der Verweise wird empfohlen.</p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/im-herzen-von-afrika-by-georg-schweinfurth/ |
schweinfurth trat 1868 im auftrag der humboldt stiftung berlin eine große reise nach afrika an 1869 reiste er von khartum aus nilaufwärts nach faschoda und nach dem gebiet der dschur mit sklavenjägern immer weiter vordringend durchzog er die länder der bongo schilluk nuer und der dinka unternahm eine reise zu den menschenfressenden niam niam besuchte das land der mittu und madi und entdeckte im lande der bis dahin noch unbekannten ebenfalls kannibalischen monbuttu den uellefluß uelle makua ubangi ebenso gewann er sichere kunde von dem zwergvolk der akka nach überwindung der größten schwierigkeiten traf er im juli 1871 wieder wohlbehalten khartum ein die von ihm erlangten resultate ethnographie botanik und geographie reihen sich daher dem bedeutendsten an je auf afrikanischem boden erreicht worden ist friedrich embacher über das werk im herzen von afrika summary wikipedia br br das cd booklet enthält einige zeichungen von georg schweinfurth auf welche im laufe der lesung verwiesen wird ein ausdruck zur veranschaulichung der verweise wird empfohlen p |
| 1971 |
1948 |
2251 |
Childhood's Favorites and Fairy Stories |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Since this series of books is intended for all young people from one\nto one hundred, it opens with about eighty of the old MOTHER GOOSE\nRHYMES. Nothing better was ever invented to tell to little folks who\nare young enough for lullabies. Their rhythm, their humor, and thei\npith will always cause us to prize them as the Babies' Classics. Editors: Hamilton Wright Mabie, Edward Everett Hale, William Byron Forbush.(Gutenberg Text)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/childhoods-favorites-and-fairy-stories-by-various/ |
since series books intended young people one one hundred opens eighty old mother goose rhymes nothing better ever invented tell little folks young enough lullabies rhythm humor thei pith always cause us prize babies classics editors hamilton wright mabie edward everett hale william byron forbush gutenberg text p |
| 1972 |
1949 |
2252 |
Pulley |
George Herbert |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 different recordings of <em>The Pulley</em> by George Herbert. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 15th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/the-pulley-by-george-herbert/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 11 different recordings em the pulley em george herbert weekly poetry project week june 15th 2008 br br |
| 1973 |
1950 |
2253 |
Grell Mystery |
Frank Froest |
Detective Fiction |
Mr Robert Grell, millionaire and socialite, is found murdered in his study on a stormy evening. It's up to Heldon Foyle, the detective, to unravel the mystery. (Summary by Christine Blachford - to be expanded)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-grell-mystery-by-frank-froest/ |
mr robert grell millionaire socialite found murdered study stormy evening heldon foyle detective unravel mystery summary christine blachford expanded p |
| 1974 |
1951 |
2254 |
Bible (YLT) 01: Genesis |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>Young's Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a "Revised Edition" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-01-genesis-0903/ |
p young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition br summary wikipedia p |
| 1975 |
1964 |
2268 |
Aunt Friendly's Picture Book |
Sarah S. Baker |
Children's Fiction |
<p>This book includes the classic alphabet, Sing-A-Song Of Sixpence, The Frog Who Would A Wooing go, The Three LIttle Pigs, Puss In Boot, and The Ugly Duckling. Fun for all ages! (Summary by Sam Stinson)</p>\n |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-friendlys-picture-book/ |
p this book includes classic alphabet sing a song sixpence frog would wooing go three little pigs puss boot ugly duckling fun ages summary sam stinson p |
| 1976 |
1965 |
2270 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 008 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-008/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 1977 |
1952 |
2255 |
Bible (ASV) 18: Job (version 2) |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>\nGod permits "Satan," or in some translations "the adversary" or "the accuser," to put the virtue of Job to the test, at first by giving him power over his property, but forbidding him to touch his person. Satan begins by taking away all of Job's riches, his livestock, his house, his servants, and his children; a series of four messengers informs him that they have perished in various tragedies. In the meantime, only three of Job's friends come to visit him in his misfortune — Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite. A fourth, Elihu the Buzite, first begins talking in chapter 32 and bears a distinguished part in the dialogue; his arrival is not noted. The friends spend a week sitting on the ground with Job, without speaking, until Job at last breaks his silence and complains of his misery. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-job-version-2-by-american-standard-version/ |
p god permits satan translations the adversary the accuser put virtue job test first giving power property forbidding touch person satan begins taking away job s riches livestock house servants children series four messengers informs perished various tragedies meantime three job s friends come visit misfortune eliphaz temanite bildad shuhite zophar naamathite fourth elihu buzite first begins talking chapter 32 bears distinguished part dialogue arrival noted friends spend week sitting ground job without speaking job last breaks silence complains misery summary wikipedia p |
| 1978 |
1953 |
2256 |
Mozart: The Man and the Artist as Revealed in His Own Words |
Friedrich Kerst |
Biography & Autobiography |
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. His name is one of the most recognizable names in history and one of the most enduring of composers. At age 5, this “wunderkinder” took to the stage and began his life as a prolific and celebrated creator-genius of such luminous works the world has not known since. This collection of morsels taken from his personal letters is engaging and gives a look into the mind of the boy wonder. Was he mad? Was he miraculous? (Summary by Aaron Elliott)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/mozart-in-his-own-words-by-friedrich-kerst/ |
wolfgang amadeus mozart name one recognizable names history one enduring composers age 5 wunderkinder took stage began life prolific celebrated creator genius luminous works world known since collection morsels taken personal letters engaging gives look mind boy wonder mad miraculous summary aaron elliott p |
| 1979 |
1954 |
2257 |
Collected Public Domain Works of H. P. Lovecraft |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>H. P. Lovecraft’s name is synonymous with horror fiction. His major inspiration and invention was cosmic horror: the idea that life is incomprehensible to human minds and that the universe is fundamentally alien. This collection contains 24 Lovecraft works that are in the public domain. You'll find more versions of these stories throughout LibriVox's short story collections and short horror story collections. (adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/collected-public-domain-works-of-h-p-lovecraft/ |
p h p lovecraft s name synonymous horror fiction major inspiration invention cosmic horror idea life incomprehensible human minds universe fundamentally alien collection contains 24 lovecraft works public domain find versions stories throughout librivox s short story collections short horror story collections adapted wikipedia p |
| 1980 |
1955 |
2258 |
Thirty-nine Steps |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Richard Hannay’s boredom is soon relieved when the resourceful engineer is caught up in a web of secret codes, spies, and murder on the eve of WWI. This exciting action-adventure story was the inspiration for Alfred Hitchcock’s 1939 classic film of the same name. John Buchan (1875-1940) was Governor General of Canada and a popular novelist. Although condemned by some for anti-Semitic dialog in The Thirty-Nine Steps, his character’s sentiments do not represent the view of the author who was identified in Hitler’s Sonderfahndungsliste (special search list) as a "Jewish sympathiser." (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-thirty-nine-steps-by-john-buchan/ |
richard hannay s boredom soon relieved resourceful engineer caught web secret codes spies murder eve wwi exciting action adventure story inspiration alfred hitchcock s 1939 classic film name john buchan 1875 1940 governor general canada popular novelist although condemned anti semitic dialog thirty nine steps character s sentiments represent view author identified hitler s sonderfahndungsliste special search list jewish sympathiser summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 1981 |
1956 |
2259 |
Fulco de Minstreel |
Cornelis Johannes Kieviet |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Dit avonturenverhaal speelt zich af vlak voor het jaar 1300. Fulco, dienaar van de ridder Gijsbrecht van IJsselstein, heeft zijn bijnaam "De Minstreel" gekregen omdat hij zo mooi kan zingen. Heer Gijsbrecht trouwt met zijn geliefde Bertha, wat gevierd wordt met een groot toernooi. Maar een paar weken later slaat hun geluk om in ongeluk: ze raken van elkaar gescheiden, Gijsbrecht wordt door zijn vijanden gevangen genomen, terwijl Bertha in het kasteel IJsselstein belegerd wordt. Kan Fulco hen uit deze benarde positie redden? (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)<BR><BR>Reading in Dutch of "Fulco de Minstreel" - a historical adventure story of knights, gentle ladies and minstrels.</p> |
Dutch |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/fulco-de-minstreel-door-cornelis-johannes-kieviet/ |
dit avonturenverhaal speelt zich af vlak voor het jaar 1300 fulco dienaar van de ridder gijsbrecht van ijsselstein heeft zijn bijnaam de minstreel gekregen omdat hij zo mooi kan zingen heer gijsbrecht trouwt met zijn geliefde bertha wat gevierd wordt met een groot toernooi maar een paar weken later slaat hun geluk om ongeluk ze raken van elkaar gescheiden gijsbrecht wordt door zijn vijanden gevangen genomen terwijl bertha het kasteel ijsselstein belegerd wordt kan fulco hen uit deze benarde positie redden samenvatting door anna simon br br reading dutch fulco de minstreel historical adventure story knights gentle ladies minstrels p |
| 1982 |
1966 |
2271 |
Жития Святых, т. 12 - август (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 12 - August) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам: якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвещают, тыяжде и от Индиан зрятся, ни сокрываются от скифов, землю озаряют, и морю светят, и плавающих корабли управляют: ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради, обаче светлей доброте их чудимся. Сице и светлость святых, аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех, но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны: чудимся тех житию, и удивляемся славе, еюже Бог угодившыя Ему прославляет.</p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him.</p> <p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-avgust-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвещают тыяжде и от индиан зрятся ни сокрываются от скифов землю озаряют и морю светят и плавающих корабли управляют ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради обаче светлей доброте их чудимся сице и светлость святых аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны чудимся тех житию и удивляемся славе еюже бог угодившыя ему прославляет p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
| 1983 |
1957 |
2260 |
Stories Mother Nature Told Her Children |
Jane Andrews |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
<p>"You may think that Mother Nature, like the famous "old woman who lived in the shoe," has so many children that she doesn't know what to do. But you will know better when you become acquainted with her, and learn how strong she is, and how active; how she can really be in fifty places at once, taking care of a sick tree, or a baby flower just born; and, at the same time, building underground palaces, guiding the steps of little travellers setting out on long journeys, and sweeping, dusting, and arranging her great house,--the earth. And all the while, in the midst of her patient and never-ending work, she will tell us the most charming and marvellous stories of ages ago when she was young, or of the treasures that lie hidden in the most distant and secret closets of her palace; just such stories as you all like so well to hear your mother tell when you gather round her in the twilight." (Summary from Chapter One of <i>The Stories Mother Nature Told Her Children</i>)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-stories-mother-nature-told-her-children-by-jane-andrews/ |
p you may think mother nature like famous old woman lived shoe many children know do know better become acquainted her learn strong is active really fifty places once taking care sick tree baby flower born and time building underground palaces guiding steps little travellers setting long journeys sweeping dusting arranging great house the earth while midst patient never ending work tell us charming marvellous stories ages ago young treasures lie hidden distant secret closets palace stories like well hear mother tell gather round twilight summary chapter one i the stories mother nature told children i p |
| 1984 |
1958 |
2261 |
Soup of Alphabets from A-Z |
Various |
Poetry, Reference |
A collection of children's alphabet rhymes including Footsteps On the Road to Learning - a short text from 1850 which teaches children the English alphabet in rime--so that a child may not become a dunce! The Anti Slavery Alphabet - a book prepared to encourage young children to speak against the institution of slavery in 19th century United States. The method used is an alphabetical listing of the evils of slavery. The Peter Pan Alphabet and The Alphabet of Celebrities - Oliver Herford's teaching guides to the English alphabet--using Peter Pan and famous names! (Summary by Sam Stinson and Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-soup-of-alphabets-from-a-z/ |
collection children s alphabet rhymes including footsteps road learning short text 1850 teaches children english alphabet rime so child may become dunce anti slavery alphabet book prepared encourage young children speak institution slavery 19th century united states method used alphabetical listing evils slavery peter pan alphabet alphabet celebrities oliver herford s teaching guides english alphabet using peter pan famous names summary sam stinson wikipedia p |
| 1985 |
1959 |
2263 |
Three Men and a Maid |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
This book with two titles, Three Men and a Maid in the USA and The Girl on the Boat in the UK is a typical PG Wodehouse romantic comedy, involving, at various times: a disastrous talent quest, a lawyer with a revolver, a bulldog with a mind of his own and a suit of armour!<br /><br />The maid, or marriageable young woman, of the American title is red-haired, dog-loving Wilhelmina "Billie" Bennet. The three men are Bream Mortimer, a long-time friend and admirer of Billie, Eustace Hignett, a poet of sensitive disposition who is engaged to Billie at the opening of the tale, and Sam Marlowe, Eustace's would-be-dashing cousin, who falls for Billie at first sight. All four find themselves on an ocean liner headed for England together (hence the British title), along with an elephant-gun-wielding young woman called Jane Hubbard who is smitten with Eustace the poet. Typically Wodehousian romantic shenanigans ensue. Even Estace's redoubtable mother (a Theosophist author and public speaker) fails to quell the excitement.(Summary by WikiPedia, adapted by Tim Bulkeley.)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-and-a-maid-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
book two titles three men maid usa girl boat uk typical pg wodehouse romantic comedy involving various times disastrous talent quest lawyer revolver bulldog mind suit armour br br the maid marriageable young woman american title red haired dog loving wilhelmina billie bennet three men bream mortimer long time friend admirer billie eustace hignett poet sensitive disposition engaged billie opening tale sam marlowe eustace s would be dashing cousin falls billie first sight four find ocean liner headed england together hence british title along elephant gun wielding young woman called jane hubbard smitten eustace poet typically wodehousian romantic shenanigans ensue even estace s redoubtable mother a theosophist author public speaker fails quell excitement summary wikipedia adapted tim bulkeley p |
| 1986 |
1960 |
2264 |
Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome |
E. M. Berens |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
This is a comprehensive collection of all the major and minor gods of Rome and Greece, with descriptions of festivals and retellings of major mythological stories. (Summary by Sibella)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/myths-legends-of-ancient-greece-rome-by-em-berens/ |
comprehensive collection major minor gods rome greece descriptions festivals retellings major mythological stories summary sibella p |
| 1987 |
1961 |
2265 |
Bible (ASV) 15: Ezra |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<br /><p>The history of the first return of exiles, in the first year of Cyrus the Great (536 B.C.), till the completion and dedication of the new Temple in Jerusalem, in the sixth year of Darius (515 B.C.). The history of the second return under Ezra, in the seventh year of Artaxerxes Longimanus, and of the events that took place at Jerusalem after Ezra's arrival there. The book thus contains memorabilia connected with the Jews, from the decree of Cyrus to the reformation by Ezra (456 B.C.), extending over a period of about eighty years. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/ezra-asv/ |
br p the history first return exiles first year cyrus great 536 b c till completion dedication new temple jerusalem sixth year darius 515 b c history second return ezra seventh year artaxerxes longimanus events took place jerusalem ezra s arrival there book thus contains memorabilia connected jews decree cyrus reformation ezra 456 b c extending period eighty years summary wikipedia p |
| 1988 |
1962 |
2266 |
National Gambling Impact Study Commission Final Report |
National Gambling Impact Study Commission |
*Non-fiction |
The National Gambling Impact Study Commission was given the task of conducting a comprehensive legal and factual study on the social and economic implications of gambling in the United States. This report presents the principal findings of that work and recommendations for action. (Summary from the Introduction, modified by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1999 |
https://librivox.org/national-gambling-impact-study-commission-final-report/ |
national gambling impact study commission given task conducting comprehensive legal factual study social economic implications gambling united states report presents principal findings work recommendations action summary introduction modified sam stinson p |
| 1989 |
1963 |
2267 |
Areopagitica |
John Milton |
Political Science, Early Modern |
<p>A prose tract or polemic by John Milton, published November 23, 1644, at the height of the English Civil War... Milton, though a supporter of the Parliament, argued forcefully against the Licensing Order of 1643, noting that such censorship had never been a part of classical Greek and Roman society. The tract is full of biblical and classical references which Milton uses to strengthen his argument. The issue was personal for Milton as he had suffered censorship himself in his efforts to publish several tracts defending divorce (a radical stance at the time and one which met with no favor from the censors)... Areopagitica is among history's most influential and impassioned philosophical defences of the principle of a right to free speech. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1644 |
https://librivox.org/areopagitica-by-john-milton/ |
p a prose tract polemic john milton published november 23 1644 height english civil war milton though supporter parliament argued forcefully licensing order 1643 noting censorship never part classical greek roman society tract full biblical classical references milton uses strengthen argument issue personal milton suffered censorship efforts publish several tracts defending divorce a radical stance time one met favor censors areopagitica among history s influential impassioned philosophical defences principle right free speech summary wikipedia p |
| 1990 |
1967 |
2272 |
Scalp Hunters |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
"Unroll the world’s map, and look upon the great northern continent of America. Away to the wild west, away toward the setting sun, away beyond many a far meridian, let your eyes wander. Rest them where golden rivers rise among peaks that carry the eternal snow. Rest them there.\n<br><br>\nYou are looking upon a land whose features are un-furrowed by human hands, still bearing the marks of the Almighty mould, as upon the morning of creation; a region whose every object wears the impress of God’s image. His ambient spirit lives in the silent grandeur of its mountains, and speaks in the roar of its mighty rivers: a region redolent of romance, rich in the reality of adventure.\n<br><br>\nFollow me, with the eye of your mind, through scenes of wild beauty, of savage sublimity."\n<br><br>\nSo begins this early book by Mayne Reid, a book of romance, of adventure, and of the wide open spaces of the Wild West. (Adapted from the first chapter)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-scalp-hunters-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
unroll world s map look upon great northern continent america away wild west away toward setting sun away beyond many far meridian let eyes wander rest golden rivers rise among peaks carry eternal snow rest there br br looking upon land whose features un furrowed human hands still bearing marks almighty mould upon morning creation region whose every object wears impress god s image ambient spirit lives silent grandeur mountains speaks roar mighty rivers region redolent romance rich reality adventure br br follow me eye mind scenes wild beauty savage sublimity br br begins early book mayne reid book romance adventure wide open spaces wild west adapted first chapter p |
| 1991 |
1968 |
2273 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 4 |
Theodor Mommsen |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
Mommsen erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur. <br /><br />Römische Geschichte Viertes Buch <br /><br />Die Revolution</p>\n |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/romische-geschichte-buch-4-by-theodor-mommsen/ |
mommsen erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur br br römische geschichte viertes buch br br die revolution p |
| 1992 |
1969 |
2274 |
Outline of Science, Vol 1 (Solo) |
J. Arthur Thomson |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
In The Outline of Science, Thomson gives us a window into scientific thinking as it stood in 1922 on the big, the little, and the biological. With straightforward language intended for a general audience, this book covers astronomy from the Solar System to the Milky Way, the submicroscopic makeup of matter from protons and electrons, and the evolution of simple living beings into the varied fauna of the world today. Thomson cites many examples that would have been familiar to his readers of the day and notes where scientific understanding leaves off and conjecture begins. He clearly shows how the accumulation of observation and experiment stacked up to form the body of knowledge reported in the book. For even the scientifically well-versed, there will be interesting nuggets, for investigation into how the world came to be as it was, was both wide and deep. <br/><br/> To a modern listener, what was not known may be as interesting as what was. With the 100-inch Mt. Wilson reflector the largest telescope in the world, the existence of galaxies outside the Milky Way was suspected but not confirmed. Neutrons, soon to become important in the field of nuclear energy and atomic bombs, were as yet unguessed-at, yet the prospect of liberating the immense energy of the atom was already a keen interest. Although the famous Michaelson-Morley experiment had already been seen as disproof of an all-pervading "ether" which facilitated the flow of energy across empty space, scientists still retained ether as a place-holder for properties they could measure but not explain - an approach very similar to the "dark matter" of modern cosmology.<br/><br/> Regardless of your personal sentiments on Darwin's theory of evolution, Thomson provides well-chosen examples that illustrate why this theory arose. He examines not only the fossil record but the evidences present in modern living beings that the process of evolution is by no means finished, but ongoing. <br/><br/> Even at that time, Thomson worried over the future of energy sources. He contemplated the exhaustion of the coal fields and indeed, the eventual exhaustion of all usable energy in the universe, foreshadowing our concept of entropy. <br/><br/> This book has been consistently among the "Top 100 E-Books" published by Project Gutenberg. <br/>Summary by Mark F. Smith.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-outline-of-science-by-j-arthur-thomson/ |
outline science thomson gives us window scientific thinking stood 1922 big little biological straightforward language intended general audience book covers astronomy solar system milky way submicroscopic makeup matter protons electrons evolution simple living beings varied fauna world today thomson cites many examples would familiar readers day notes scientific understanding leaves conjecture begins clearly shows accumulation observation experiment stacked form body knowledge reported book even scientifically well versed interesting nuggets investigation world came was wide deep br br modern listener known may interesting was 100 inch mt wilson reflector largest telescope world existence galaxies outside milky way suspected confirmed neutrons soon become important field nuclear energy atomic bombs yet unguessed at yet prospect liberating immense energy atom already keen interest although famous michaelson morley experiment already seen disproof all pervading ether facilitated flow energy across empty space scientists still retained ether place holder properties could measure explain approach similar dark matter modern cosmology br br regardless personal sentiments darwin s theory evolution thomson provides well chosen examples illustrate theory arose examines fossil record evidences present modern living beings process evolution means finished ongoing br br even time thomson worried future energy sources contemplated exhaustion coal fields indeed eventual exhaustion usable energy universe foreshadowing concept entropy br br book consistently among top 100 e books published project gutenberg br summary mark f smith p |
| 1993 |
1970 |
2275 |
Mille et une fadaises |
Jacques Cazotte |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>De retour de sa campagne, la Baronne de ... va voir la Marquise de ..., qui n'a plus fermé l'oeil depuis quinze jours. Qu'est-ce qui mieux qu'un discours de l'Abbé pourrait y remédier ? <br/>Le voici justement qui se présente. <br/>Sans talent pour les réflexions, ce sera par un conte qu'il tentera de les endormir : Riante, la Fée Troisbosses et d'autres seront les héros de son récit cocasse. Que de sottises ! </p> <p>When visiting the Marquise of ..., the Baroness of ... finds her deprived of sleep for a fortnight. Couldn't one of the Abbot's speeches solve this? <br/>There he is. <br/>He will attempt to put them to sleep by entertaining them with a fairy tale. The heroes of his comical story will be <em>Riante</em> (the Laughing one), <em>la Fée Troisbosses</em> (the Threehumps Fairy) and others. What nonsense ! </p> <p>(Summary by Ezwa.) </p> |
French |
1742 |
https://librivox.org/mille-et-une-fadaises-by-jacques-cazotte/ |
p de retour de sa campagne la baronne de va voir la marquise de qui n a plus fermé l oeil depuis quinze jours qu est ce qui mieux qu un discours de l abbé pourrait remédier br le voici justement qui se présente br sans talent pour les réflexions ce sera par un conte qu il tentera de les endormir riante la fée troisbosses et d autres seront les héros de son récit cocasse que de sottises p p when visiting marquise baroness finds deprived sleep fortnight one abbot s speeches solve this br there is br he attempt put sleep entertaining fairy tale heroes comical story em riante em the laughing one em la fée troisbosses em the threehumps fairy others nonsense p p summary ezwa p |
| 1994 |
1971 |
2276 |
Summer Sun |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 different recordings of Summer Sun, by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 22nd, 2008.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/summer-sun-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 different recordings summer sun robert louis stevenson weekly poetry project week june 22nd 2008 p |
| 1995 |
1972 |
2277 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 031 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 031: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-031/ |
p librivox s short story collection 031 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 1996 |
1973 |
2279 |
Epistles of Ignatius |
Saint Ignatius of Antioch |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Ignatius of Antioch penned these letters to churches (Ephesians, Magnesians, Trallians, Romans, Philadelphians, and Smyrnaeans) and Polycarp on his way to martyrdom. Ignatius was an apologist for the Episcopal style of church government (as opposed to sole rule by a council of presbyters) which developed in the late first or early second century. Eager to die in imitation of his Savior, it was Ignatius who wrote this to the Roman church: "I am God's wheat, and I am ground by the teeth of wild beasts that I may be found pure bread [of Christ]." (Summary by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/epistles-of-ignatius-by-st-ignatius-of-antioch/ |
p ignatius antioch penned letters churches ephesians magnesians trallians romans philadelphians smyrnaeans polycarp way martyrdom ignatius apologist episcopal style church government as opposed sole rule council presbyters developed late first early second century eager die imitation savior ignatius wrote roman church i god s wheat ground teeth wild beasts may found pure bread of christ summary sam stinson p |
| 1997 |
1974 |
2280 |
Bible (KJV) 00: Preface |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>\nThe preface to the KJV Bible is fitting to read, as it reminds contemporary readers of the transitory nature of all Bible translations. The preface is a necessary, though often unread, gift from the translators to readers of the KJV. If you read this preface, or hear it, you will be able to unravel many false teachings associated with the exclusive use of one version. It not only defends the work of the translators, it defends the necessity of a translation for the time and place, to speak in a voice understandable to a contemporary audience. Listen to this preface for a greater appreciation of the work of these fine men. (Summary by Sam Stinson)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/preface-by-king-james-version/ |
p preface kjv bible fitting read reminds contemporary readers transitory nature bible translations preface necessary though often unread gift translators readers kjv read preface hear it able unravel many false teachings associated exclusive use one version defends work translators defends necessity translation time place speak voice understandable contemporary audience listen preface greater appreciation work fine men summary sam stinson p |
| 1998 |
1975 |
2281 |
Napoleon of Notting Hill |
G. K. Chesterton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>While the novel is humorous (one instance has the King sitting on top of an omnibus and speaking to it as to a horse: "Forward, my beauty, my Arab," he said, patting the omnibus encouragingly, "fleetest of all thy bounding tribe"), it is also an adventure story: Chesterton is not afraid to let blood be drawn in his battles, fought with sword and halberd in the London streets, and Wayne thinks up a few ingenious strategies; and, finally, the novel is philosophical, considering the value of one man's actions and the virtue of respect for one's enemies. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/napoleon-of-notting-hill-by-chesterton/ |
p while novel humorous one instance king sitting top omnibus speaking horse forward beauty arab said patting omnibus encouragingly fleetest thy bounding tribe also adventure story chesterton afraid let blood drawn battles fought sword halberd london streets wayne thinks ingenious strategies and finally novel philosophical considering value one man s actions virtue respect one s enemies summary wikipedia p |
| 1999 |
1976 |
2283 |
Fábulas de Esopo, Vol. 6 |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic Aesop's Fables have been translated to every language for hundreds of years. The fables, told in the form of allegories, give us universal, worldly advice. The use of animals and ancient gods makes the lessons unbiased and impartial. Short and smart, these fables entertain and enrich our lives. In this volume you will find 30 of the 300 fables we offer you in Spanish.\n<p>\nLas clásicas Fábulas de Esopo han sido traducidas a todos idiomas por cientos de años. Las fábulas, en forma de alegorias, nos dan consejos en una forma universal. El uso de animales y dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial. Cortitas y sabias, cada fábula nos entretiene y enriquese nuestras vidas. En este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en Español. </p> |
Spanish |
1997 |
https://librivox.org/las-fabulas-de-esopo-vol-06/ |
classic aesop s fables translated every language hundreds years fables told form allegories give us universal worldly advice use animals ancient gods makes lessons unbiased impartial short smart fables entertain enrich lives volume find 30 300 fables offer spanish p las clásicas fábulas de esopo han sido traducidas todos idiomas por cientos de años las fábulas en forma de alegorias nos dan consejos en una forma universal el uso de animales dioses antiguos hace que las lecciones sean imparcial cortitas sabias cada fábula nos entretiene enriquese nuestras vidas en este volúmen encontrará 30 de las 300 fábulas que le ofrecemos en español p |
| 2000 |
1977 |
2284 |
Short Poetry Collection 066 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 066: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, selected and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-066/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 066 collection 20 public domain poems selected read librivox volunteers p |
| 2001 |
1978 |
2285 |
Resurrection, Book 1 |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction |
<p>Resurrection is the last of Tolstoy's major fiction works published in his lifetime. Tolstoy intended the novel as an exposition of injustice of man-made laws and the hypocrisy of institutionalized church. It was first published serially in the magazine Niva as an effort to raise funds for the resettlement of the Dukhobors. The story concerns a nobleman named Nekhlyudov, who seeks redemption for a sin committed years earlier. His brief affair with a maid resulted in her being fired and ending up in prostitution. The book treats his attempts to help her out of her current misery, but also focuses on his personal mental and moral struggle.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\nProof-Listeners: Karen Merline; enko; mim@can<br/><br/> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/resurrection-book-1-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p resurrection last tolstoy s major fiction works published lifetime tolstoy intended novel exposition injustice man made laws hypocrisy institutionalized church first published serially magazine niva effort raise funds resettlement dukhobors story concerns nobleman named nekhlyudov seeks redemption sin committed years earlier brief affair maid resulted fired ending prostitution book treats attempts help current misery also focuses personal mental moral struggle summary wikipedia p proof listeners karen merline enko mim can br br |
| 2002 |
1979 |
2286 |
Lectures of Col. R.G. Ingersoll, Volume 2 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Religion, Atheism & Agnosticism |
<br /><p>A second volume of lectures by the most famous orator of the 19th century. Ingersoll was a tireless crusader for the dignity of humanity, and a relentless opponent of organized religion. (Summary by Ted Delorme)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lectures-of-col-r-g-ingersoll-volume-2/ |
br p a second volume lectures famous orator 19th century ingersoll tireless crusader dignity humanity relentless opponent organized religion summary ted delorme p |
| 2003 |
1992 |
2301 |
Nous deux |
Paul Bilhaud |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><em>« Riquette et Riquet s'aiment, c'est là l'important. Que voudriez-vous savoir de plus ? Comment ils se sont connus ? Où ils se sont rencontrés ? S'ils sont mariés ? S'ils ne le sont pas ? S'ils demeurent ensemble ou s'ils habitent séparément ? Dans quel quartier ? À quel étage ? Quel est le prix de leur loyer ? Comment ils s'habillent ? Ce qu'ils mangent à leurs repas ? etc... etc... <br/>L'auteur n'estime pas ces détails indispensables à son récit. <br/>Aussi de Riquette et de Riquet il ne vous dira que ceci : Vous voulez les connaître ? Écoutez-les bavarder, rire et s'embrasser. <br/>Bavardages, rires et baisers, toute leur histoire tient en ces trois mots que résume cet autre : l'Amour ! » </em><br/>(Extraits) </p><p>Riquette and Riquet are in love, that's what matters. What else would you like to know? How and where they met? If they are married or not? If they live together or apart? In which neighbourhood? What floor? How much is their rent? How they are dressed? What they eat?... <br/>The author does not consider those details necessary to his narrative. <br/>Therefore, he won't tell you anything about Riquette and Riquet but this: you'd like to know them? Listen to them chatting, laughing and hugging. <br/>Chatter, laughter and hugs, those three words make up their whole story which can be summarized in this other one: Love! <br/>(Loose translation by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/nous-deux-by-paul-bilhaud/ |
p em riquette et riquet s aiment c est là l important que voudriez vous savoir de plus comment ils se sont connus où ils se sont rencontrés s ils sont mariés s ils ne le sont pas s ils demeurent ensemble ou s ils habitent séparément dans quel quartier à quel étage quel est le prix de leur loyer comment ils s habillent ce qu ils mangent à leurs repas etc etc br l auteur n estime pas ces détails indispensables à son récit br aussi de riquette et de riquet il ne vous dira que ceci vous voulez les connaître écoutez les bavarder rire et s embrasser br bavardages rires et baisers toute leur histoire tient en ces trois mots que résume cet autre l amour em br extraits p p riquette riquet love that s matters else would like know met married not live together apart neighbourhood floor much rent dressed eat br the author consider details necessary narrative br therefore tell anything riquette riquet this like know them listen chatting laughing hugging br chatter laughter hugs three words make whole story summarized one love br loose translation ezwa p |
| 2004 |
1980 |
2287 |
Women in Love |
D. H. Lawrence |
General Fiction |
<br /><em>Women in Love</em> is a novel by British author D. H. Lawrence published in 1920. It is a sequel to his earlier novel <em>The Rainbow</em> (1915), and follows the continuing loves and lives of the Brangwen sisters, Gudrun and Ursula. Gudrun Brangwen, an artist, pursues a destructive relationship with Gerald Crich, an industrialist. Lawrence contrasts this pair with the love that develops between Ursula and Rupert Birkin, an alienated intellectual who articulates many opinions associated with the author. The emotional relationships thus established are given further depth and tension by an unadmitted homoerotic attraction between Gerald and Rupert. The novel ranges over the whole of British society at the time of the First World War and eventually ends high up in the snows of the Swiss Alps. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/women-in-love-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br em women love em novel british author d h lawrence published 1920 sequel earlier novel em the rainbow em 1915 follows continuing loves lives brangwen sisters gudrun ursula gudrun brangwen artist pursues destructive relationship gerald crich industrialist lawrence contrasts pair love develops ursula rupert birkin alienated intellectual articulates many opinions associated author emotional relationships thus established given depth tension unadmitted homoerotic attraction gerald rupert novel ranges whole british society time first world war eventually ends high snows swiss alps summary wikipedia br br |
| 2005 |
1981 |
2288 |
Poetry Miscellany 02 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>As we get older, many of us return to youthful memories of poems once significant to us. Outside their association with our youth, we may wonder what significance they have to us now. There were other poems we've met along the way as well: some held no appeal while others were forgotten. And there were others we never had the opportunity to meet.<br/><br/>\n\nThis selection hopes to go beyond the experience of meeting old friends and on top opening the door to new ones — poems that might relate more significantly to our current lives. Originally titled "Personal Poems for Later Years," this collection gestures towards poems that ask us to slow down some we can consider them more deeply than before — no matter our age.<br/><br/>\n\nEach time we read a good poem it brings with it a different meaning. Meeting a poem with an open ear, be it old friend or new, we can find its deeper significance. (Summary by Alan Davis Drake)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-miscellany-02/ |
p as get older many us return youthful memories poems significant us outside association youth may wonder significance us now poems we ve met along way well held appeal others forgotten others never opportunity meet br br selection hopes go beyond experience meeting old friends top opening door new ones poems might relate significantly current lives originally titled personal poems later years collection gestures towards poems ask us slow consider deeply matter age br br time read good poem brings different meaning meeting poem open ear old friend new find deeper significance summary alan davis drake p |
| 2006 |
1982 |
2289 |
Gulliver of Mars |
Edwin Lester Arnold |
Science Fiction |
<p>This escapist novel first published in 1905 as <i>Lieutenant Gullivar Jones: His Vacation</i> follows the exploits of American Navy Lieutenant Gulliver Jones, a bold, if slightly hapless, hero who is magically transported to Mars; where he almost outwits his enemies, almost gets the girl, and almost saves the day.<br/><br/>Somewhat of a literary and chronological bridge between H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Jones' adventures provide an evocative mix of satire and sword-and-planet adventure.<br/>\n(Summary by James Christopher and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/gulliver-of-mars-by-edwin-l-arnold/ |
p this escapist novel first published 1905 i lieutenant gullivar jones vacation i follows exploits american navy lieutenant gulliver jones bold slightly hapless hero magically transported mars almost outwits enemies almost gets girl almost saves day br br somewhat literary chronological bridge h g wells edgar rice burroughs jones adventures provide evocative mix satire sword and planet adventure br summary james christopher wikipedia p |
| 2007 |
1983 |
2290 |
Child-life in Art |
Estelle M. Hurll |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, History |
The poetry of childhood is full of attractiveness to the artist, and many and varied are the forms in which he interprets it. The Christ-child has been his highest ideal. All that human imagination could conceive of innocence and purity and divine loveliness has been shown forth in the delineation of the Babe of Bethlehem. The influence of such art has made itself felt upon all child pictures. It matters not whether the subject be a prince or a street-waif; the true artist sees in him something which is lovable and winning, and transfers it to his canvas for our lasting pleasure. (Summary from the Preface of <i>Child-life in Art</i>)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/child-life-in-art-by-estelle-m-hurll/ |
poetry childhood full attractiveness artist many varied forms interprets it christ child highest ideal human imagination could conceive innocence purity divine loveliness shown forth delineation babe bethlehem influence art made felt upon child pictures matters whether subject prince street waif true artist sees something lovable winning transfers canvas lasting pleasure summary preface i child life art i p |
| 2008 |
1984 |
2291 |
中國傳統書籍三本(三百千) / Three Classic Chinese Texts |
Various |
General Fiction, Poetry |
This is a collection of three classic Chinese texts: the Hundred Surnames (百家姓), the Thousand Character Classic (千字文), and the Three Word Verse (三字經).\n\n 中國傳統書籍三本: 百家姓, 千字文, 三字經. </p> |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/three-classic-chinese-texts/ |
collection three classic chinese texts hundred surnames 百家姓 thousand character classic 千字文 three word verse 三字經 中國傳統書籍三本 百家姓 千字文 三字經 p |
| 2009 |
1985 |
2292 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 01 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le premier livre des Fables de Jean de La Fontaine publié par le fabuliste à l'âge de 47 ans. Inspiré de l'oeuvre du fabuliste grec Ésope, Jean de La Fontaine met en scène les animaux pour mieux décrire les éternels comportements humains. Éternels ? Oui ! Car plus de trois siècles après leur première publication, les lecteurs y reconnaissent la société contemporaine. <br/>(de Jean Lambert)</p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-01-jl/ |
p voici le premier livre des fables de jean de la fontaine publié par le fabuliste à l âge de 47 ans inspiré de l oeuvre du fabuliste grec ésope jean de la fontaine met en scène les animaux pour mieux décrire les éternels comportements humains éternels oui car plus de trois siècles après leur première publication les lecteurs reconnaissent la société contemporaine br de jean lambert p |
| 2010 |
2075 |
2395 |
Calico Cat |
Charles Miner Thompson |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
This is a cute story of a mysterious feline annoyance and the result of a man acting upon his annoyance. The cat begins a vicious spiral of events that ends with lies, the arrest of a boy, and the guilty conscience of a man. (Summary written by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-calico-cat-by-charles-miner-thompson/ |
cute story mysterious feline annoyance result man acting upon annoyance cat begins vicious spiral events ends lies arrest boy guilty conscience man summary written allyson hester p |
| 2011 |
1986 |
2293 |
Anarchism and Other Essays |
Emma Goldman |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Emma Goldman (1869-1940) was an anarchist known for her political activism, writing and speeches. She played a pivotal role in the development of anarchist political philosophy in North America and Europe in the first half of the twentieth century. Born in Russia, Goldman emigrated to the US in 1885 and lived in New York City, where she became a writer and a renowned lecturer on anarchist philosophy, women's rights, and social issues, attracting crowds of thousands. Goldman was imprisoned several times for "inciting to riot" and illegally distributing information about birth control. In 1906, Goldman founded the anarchist journal Mother Earth. In 1910, she collected a series of speeches and items she had written for Mother Earth and published <i>Anarchism and Other Essays</i>. In addition to a comprehensive look at anarchism and its criticisms, the book includes essays on patriotism, women's suffrage, marriage, and prisons. (summary extracted from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/anarchism-and-other-essays-by-emma-goldman/ |
emma goldman 1869 1940 anarchist known political activism writing speeches played pivotal role development anarchist political philosophy north america europe first half twentieth century born russia goldman emigrated us 1885 lived new york city became writer renowned lecturer anarchist philosophy women s rights social issues attracting crowds thousands goldman imprisoned several times inciting riot illegally distributing information birth control 1906 goldman founded anarchist journal mother earth 1910 collected series speeches items written mother earth published i anarchism essays i addition comprehensive look anarchism criticisms book includes essays patriotism women s suffrage marriage prisons summary extracted wikipedia p |
| 2012 |
1987 |
2294 |
Sex |
Henry Stanton |
Self-Help |
Henry Stanton’s 1922 book Sex – Avoided Subjects Discussed in Plain English is intended as a frank (although consevative and moralistic) guide to human sexual behaviour and relationships. It is partly a self-help book, partly an attempt to relay the scientific knowledge of the day in relation to sex and reproduction in a way suitable for popular consumption.<BR><BR>(Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/sex/ |
henry stanton s 1922 book sex avoided subjects discussed plain english intended frank although consevative moralistic guide human sexual behaviour relationships partly self help book partly attempt relay scientific knowledge day relation sex reproduction way suitable popular consumption br br summary carl manchester p |
| 2013 |
1988 |
2296 |
Aesops Fables in Russian |
Aesop |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A collection of the most famous from Aesop's fables in Russian language. Translated by Tolstoj L.N. and Alekseev V.A.</p> |
Russian |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-in-russian/ |
p a collection famous aesop s fables russian language translated tolstoj l n alekseev v a p |
| 2014 |
1989 |
2297 |
Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Volume 02 |
United Nations |
*Non-fiction, Contemporary |
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a declaration adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (10 December 1948 at Palais de Chaillot, Paris). The Guinness Book of Records describes the UDHR as the "Most Translated Document" in the world. It consists of 30 articles which outline the view of the General Assembly on the human rights guaranteed to all people.(Summary adapted from Wikipedia)<BR><BR>This Librivox collection contains 42 readings of this declaration, recorded by 35 volunteers in 39 different languages - to mark its 60th anniversary.<BR>In combination with <a href="http://librivox.org/the-universal-declaration-of-human-rights-by-the-united-nations/">an earlier Librivox collection</a> this brings the total number of languages of Librivox readings of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to 53.</P> |
Multilingual |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/universal-declaration-of-human-rights-by-united-nations-volume-02/ |
universal declaration human rights udhr declaration adopted united nations general assembly 10 december 1948 palais de chaillot paris guinness book records describes udhr most translated document world consists 30 articles outline view general assembly human rights guaranteed people summary adapted wikipedia br br this librivox collection contains 42 readings declaration recorded 35 volunteers 39 different languages mark 60th anniversary br in combination a href http librivox org the universal declaration of human rights by the united nations an earlier librivox collection a brings total number languages librivox readings universal declaration human rights 53 p |
| 2015 |
1990 |
2298 |
Autobiography of Madame Guyon |
Jeanne Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon |
Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
<p>Jeanne-Marie Bouvier de la Motte-Guyon (commonly known as Madame Guyon) (April 13, 1648 - June 9, 1717) was a French mystic and one of the key advocates of Quietism. Quietism was considered heretical by the Roman Catholic Church, and she was imprisoned from 1695 to 1703 after publishing a book on the topic, A Short and Easy Method of Prayer. This translation is by Thomas Taylor Allen was first published in 1897. Allen's dates are unknown. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-madame-guyon/ |
p jeanne marie bouvier de la motte guyon commonly known madame guyon april 13 1648 june 9 1717 french mystic one key advocates quietism quietism considered heretical roman catholic church imprisoned 1695 1703 publishing book topic short easy method prayer translation thomas taylor allen first published 1897 allen s dates unknown summary wikipedia p |
| 2016 |
1991 |
2299 |
Seven Poor Travellers |
Charles Dickens |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
<p>One of Dickens' Christmas stories, this was first published as part of the Christmas number of Household Words for 1854. The first chapter relates Dickens' visit to the ancient Richard Watts's Charity at Rochester. The second chapter is the touching story of "Richard Doubledick", which Dickens supposedly told the travellers, and Dickens' journey home on Christmas morning provides the short concluding chapter. (Summary by Ruth Golding)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-poor-travellers-by-charles-dickens/ |
p one dickens christmas stories first published part christmas number household words 1854 first chapter relates dickens visit ancient richard watts s charity rochester second chapter touching story richard doubledick dickens supposedly told travellers dickens journey home christmas morning provides short concluding chapter summary ruth golding p |
| 2017 |
2011 |
2322 |
Gone to Earth |
Mary Webb |
General Fiction |
"Gone to Earth" is the cry of fox hunters as the fox takes to its den and they lose the chase. Here, Mary Webb tells the story of Hazel Woodus whose understanding of her half tame fox cub contrasts with her misunderstanding of humanity. She is pursued by two very different men, the Squire of the Manor and the local Minister. Mary Webb wrote this book in 1917 and it is set in rural Shropshire of the late 1800s. (Summary by Rachel Lintern)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/gone-to-earth-by-mary-webb/ |
gone earth cry fox hunters fox takes den lose chase here mary webb tells story hazel woodus whose understanding half tame fox cub contrasts misunderstanding humanity pursued two different men squire manor local minister mary webb wrote book 1917 set rural shropshire late 1800s summary rachel lintern p |
| 2018 |
1993 |
2302 |
Dark House |
George Manville Fenn |
Detective Fiction |
An extremely wealthy but reclusive man has died, leaving an eccentric will which hints at great riches hidden somewhere in the house. Most of the people at the reading of the will did not know the deceased in person, but had received kindnesses from him, for instance by the payment of school and university fees. The principal beneficiary, a great-nephew, also did not know him. The only two people who really knew him were the old lawyer who dealt with his affairs, and an old Indian servant. Yet when the will had been read, and they all went to where the treasure--gold, jewels and bank-notes--were supposed to be hidden, nothing could be found.</p>\n\nThere are an unusual number of deaths, by murder and in self-defence, as the story unfolds, and we are left in total suspense until the very end of the very last chapter. The person who works out where the treasure must be, and how it got there, does not come on the scene until almost the last chapter, and even then he has to go on business to America\nbefore he can come in and explain his theory, which proves to be right. (Summary by Gutenberg) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-dark-house-by-george-manville-fenn/ |
extremely wealthy reclusive man died leaving eccentric hints great riches hidden somewhere house people reading know deceased person received kindnesses him instance payment school university fees principal beneficiary great nephew also know him two people really knew old lawyer dealt affairs old indian servant yet read went treasure gold jewels bank notes were supposed hidden nothing could found p unusual number deaths murder self defence story unfolds left total suspense end last chapter person works treasure must be got there come scene almost last chapter even go business america come explain theory proves right summary gutenberg |
| 2019 |
1994 |
2303 |
Revelations of a Wife |
Adele Garrison |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
Adele Garrison was the nom de plume of Nana Springer White, an American writer. Her career included time as a schoolteacher in Milwaukee. She later worked as an editor for the Milwaukee Sentinel and then a reporter and writer for the Chicago Examiner and Chicago American.<br /><br />"Revelations of a Wife" ran as a serial story in her daily newspaper column in multiple American newspapers from 1915 until the Depression. It told the story of the marital ups and downs of Margaret "Madge" Graham, an independent-minded former schoolteacher, and her husband Dicky, an artist. At the height of the story's popularity, it had one million regular readers. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/revelations-of-a-wife-by-adele-garrison/ |
adele garrison nom de plume nana springer white american writer career included time schoolteacher milwaukee later worked editor milwaukee sentinel reporter writer chicago examiner chicago american br br revelations wife ran serial story daily newspaper column multiple american newspapers 1915 depression told story marital ups downs margaret madge graham independent minded former schoolteacher husband dicky artist height story s popularity one million regular readers summary wikipedia p |
| 2020 |
1995 |
2304 |
Manxman |
Hall Caine |
Romance |
Sir Thomas Henry Hall Caine, CH, KBE (14 May 1853 – 31 August 1931), usually known as Hall Caine, was a British author. He is best known as a novelist and playright of the late Victorian and the Edwardian eras. In his time he was exceedingly popular and at the peak of his success and his novels outsold those of his contemporaries. Many of his novels were also made into films. His novels were primarily romantic in nature, involving the love triangle, but they did also address some of the more serious political and social issues of the day.\nHe was a lover of the Isle of Man and Manx culture and purchased a large house, Greeba Castle, on the island. For a time he was a Member of the House of Keys.\nIn 1916 The Manxman, which was produced by the London Film Company, was filmed on the Isle of Man and when it was released in 1917 it drew huge crowds in Britain and America.\nThe Manxman tells the story of two childhood friends, a poor fisherman, Pete Quilliam, and a lawyer, Philip Christian. Pete is in love with Kate but when her father, Old Caesar refuses to consent to their marriage, Pete sets off for Africa to make his fortune, asking Philip to take care of Kate until he returns... (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-manxman-by-hall-caine/ |
sir thomas henry hall caine ch kbe 14 may 1853 31 august 1931 usually known hall caine british author best known novelist playright late victorian edwardian eras time exceedingly popular peak success novels outsold contemporaries many novels also made films novels primarily romantic nature involving love triangle also address serious political social issues day lover isle man manx culture purchased large house greeba castle island time member house keys 1916 manxman produced london film company filmed isle man released 1917 drew huge crowds britain america manxman tells story two childhood friends poor fisherman pete quilliam lawyer philip christian pete love kate father old caesar refuses consent marriage pete sets africa make fortune asking philip take care kate returns summary wikipedia p |
| 2021 |
1996 |
2305 |
What Prohibition Has Done to America |
Fabian Franklin |
Law, Political Science |
<p>In <i>What Prohibition Has Done to America</i>, Fabian Franklin presents a concise but forceful argument against the Eighteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Beginning in 1920, this Amendment prohibited the sale and manufacture of alcoholic beverages in the United States, until it was repealed in 1933. Franklin contends that the Amendment "is not only a crime against the Constitution of the United States, and not only a crime against the whole spirit of our Federal system, but a crime against the first principles of rational government." Writing only two years after Prohibition began, he correctly predicts many of its disastrous consequences, such as runaway bootlegging and organized crime. The book is both a passionate defense of liberty, and a reminder to Americans of the perils of surrendering it. (Summary by Leon Mire)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/what-prohibition-has-done-to-america/ |
p in i what prohibition done america i fabian franklin presents concise forceful argument eighteenth amendment u s constitution beginning 1920 amendment prohibited sale manufacture alcoholic beverages united states repealed 1933 franklin contends amendment is crime constitution united states crime whole spirit federal system crime first principles rational government writing two years prohibition began correctly predicts many disastrous consequences runaway bootlegging organized crime book passionate defense liberty reminder americans perils surrendering it summary leon mire p |
| 2022 |
1997 |
2307 |
Bible (STE) NT 21-22: Επιστολαις Πέτρου Α'-Β' (1-2 Peter) |
Stephanos 1550 |
Bibles |
<p>H Επιστολή αυτή γράφτηκε στην Ρώμη το 50-56 μ.χ <br/>Ο Άγιος Παύλος προτρέπει τους Χριστιανούς να χαίρονται στις θλίψεις. Θα πρέπει να δέχονται τις αδικίες που προκαλούν θλίψη με την συναίσθηση και πίστη ότι μέσα από αυτές θα οδηγηθούν και θα ζήσουν τον θάνατο και την ανάσταση. Με αυτό τον τρόπο γίνονται μέτοχοι στον θάνατο του Ιησού Χριστού και στην ανάσταση του.</p> <p>Η Ημερομηνία της δεύτερης επιστολής βρίσκεται πιθανότατα ανάμεσα στο 63-67 μετά Χριστό , ενώ βρισκόταν στην φυλακή της Ρώμης ο Απόστολος Παύλος. <br/>Ο κόσμος απιστεί , εξαπατά και χλευάζει, όμως οι χριστιανοί θα πρέπει να διατηρούν το χριστιανικό τρόπο ζωής , συνεχώς αυξανόμενοι σε αγιότητα και σε αρετές και ποτέ δεν θα πρέπει να στραφούν πίσω στον παλιό τρόπο ζωής.</p> <p>The first epistle of Saint Peter was written in Rome 50-67 A.D.<br/> Saint Peter exhorts Christians to rejoice in suffering. They should enter into unjust suffering with a spirit of death and resurrection. Thus they partake in Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection.</p> <p>The date of the second epistle is most likely A.D 63-67.<br/> Saint Peter has probably written this letter while he was kept in prison in Rome. The people to whom he was addressed are most likely Gentiles.</p> <p>The world disbelieves, deceives and mocks. Yet, Christians should maintain the Christian way of life, growing continually in holiness and virtues and never turning back to the old way of leaving.</p> <br/>(Summary by peaceuntoyou) </p> |
Greek |
1550 |
https://librivox.org/epistolais-petrou-a-b-from-ste/ |
p h επιστολή αυτή γράφτηκε στην ρώμη το 50 56 μ χ br ο άγιος παύλος προτρέπει τους χριστιανούς να χαίρονται στις θλίψεις θα πρέπει να δέχονται τις αδικίες που προκαλούν θλίψη με την συναίσθηση και πίστη ότι μέσα από αυτές θα οδηγηθούν και θα ζήσουν τον θάνατο και την ανάσταση με αυτό τον τρόπο γίνονται μέτοχοι στον θάνατο του ιησού χριστού και στην ανάσταση του p p η ημερομηνία της δεύτερης επιστολής βρίσκεται πιθανότατα ανάμεσα στο 63 67 μετά χριστό ενώ βρισκόταν στην φυλακή της ρώμης ο απόστολος παύλος br ο κόσμος απιστεί εξαπατά και χλευάζει όμως οι χριστιανοί θα πρέπει να διατηρούν το χριστιανικό τρόπο ζωής συνεχώς αυξανόμενοι σε αγιότητα και σε αρετές και ποτέ δεν θα πρέπει να στραφούν πίσω στον παλιό τρόπο ζωής p p the first epistle saint peter written rome 50 67 a d br saint peter exhorts christians rejoice suffering enter unjust suffering spirit death resurrection thus partake jesus christ s death resurrection p p the date second epistle likely a d 63 67 br saint peter probably written letter kept prison rome people addressed likely gentiles p p the world disbelieves deceives mocks yet christians maintain christian way life growing continually holiness virtues never turning back old way leaving p br summary peaceuntoyou p |
| 2023 |
2051 |
2370 |
Escape of a Princess Pat |
George Pearson |
Memoirs |
Being the full account of the capture and fifteen months' imprisonment of Corporal Edwards, of the Princess Patricia's\nCanadian Light Infantry, and his final escape from Germany into Holland. (Summary from Book subtitle)<BR><BR>This is to celebrate Remembrance Day 2008.<BR><BR>\nNB. There are recordings of Chapter 4 by two different readers. The zip file includes both. Variety is the spice of life! </p>\n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-escape-of-a-princess-pat/ |
full account capture fifteen months imprisonment corporal edwards princess patricia s canadian light infantry final escape germany holland summary book subtitle br br this celebrate remembrance day 2008 br br nb recordings chapter 4 two different readers zip file includes both variety spice life p |
| 2024 |
1998 |
2308 |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives.\n\nPlutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers.\n\nHis Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar.\n\nIn this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 2 presents the paired lives of Themistocles and Camillus, Aristides and Cato Major, and Cimon and Lucullus. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-2-by-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus/ |
p parallel lives noble greeks romans series biographies famous men arranged tandem illuminate common moral virtues failings surviving lives contain twenty three pairs biographies pair consisting one greek one roman well four unpaired single lives plutarch concerned writing histories such exploring influence character good bad lives destinies famous men first pair lives epaminondas scipio africanus longer exists many remaining lives truncated contain obvious lacunae and or tampered later writers life alexander one five surviving secondary tertiary sources alexander great includes anecdotes descriptions incidents appear source likewise portrait numa pompilius early roman king also contains unique information early roman calendar copy right expired 11 volume translation loeb classical library order paired lives rearranged present greek lives chronological order vol 2 presents paired lives themistocles camillus aristides cato major cimon lucullus summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 2025 |
1999 |
2309 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 005 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>. <br><br />"Der Buchweizen" übersetzt von Paul Arndt<br>"Der Lummenfelsen" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br></p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-005-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br der buchweizen übersetzt von paul arndt br der lummenfelsen übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br p |
| 2026 |
2000 |
2310 |
Road Builders |
Voltairine de Cleyre |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of The Road Builders, by Voltairine de Cleyre. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of June 29th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-builders-by-voltairine-de-cleyre/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 different recordings road builders voltairine de cleyre weekly poetry project week june 29th 2008 p |
| 2027 |
2001 |
2311 |
Daughter of the Sioux |
Charles King |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Charles King was a United States soldier and a distinguished writer. He was the son of Civil War general Rufus King and great grandson of Rufus King, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. He graduated from West point in 1866 and served in the Army during the Indian Wars under George Crook. He was wounded in the arm forcing his retirement from the regular army. During this time he became acquainted with Buffalo Bill Cody. King would later write scripts for several of Cody's silent films.<br/><br/>\nKing's writings, relating to American Indians, cover a complex range of opinion within his novels. His sympathy for their cause of defending their homelands, and being forced to adopt a new lifestyle, did not stop him from graphically portraying them as savage and barbaric peoples. However, King also used his writings to harshly criticize U.S. government policies that resulted in Indian treaties not being honored and that permitted rampant corruption among government-appointed reservation agents. As a lieutenant in the 5th Cavalry, King was a participant on the American western frontier, who personally fought in battles with Southwestern and Plains Indians and observed government policies first hand. Charles King is credited today with helping to establish the "Western novel" as a romantic and dramatic genre of American literature, based upon a sturdy foundation of historical realism. (Summary compiled from Wikipedia and THE LIFE OF CHARLES KING\nby Nathan Bender, Housel Curator, McCracken Research Library within The Buffalo Bill Historical Center.) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-daughter-of-the-sioux-by-charles-king/ |
p charles king united states soldier distinguished writer son civil war general rufus king great grandson rufus king one signers declaration independence graduated west point 1866 served army indian wars george crook wounded arm forcing retirement regular army time became acquainted buffalo bill cody king would later write scripts several cody s silent films br br king s writings relating american indians cover complex range opinion within novels sympathy cause defending homelands forced adopt new lifestyle stop graphically portraying savage barbaric peoples however king also used writings harshly criticize u s government policies resulted indian treaties honored permitted rampant corruption among government appointed reservation agents lieutenant 5th cavalry king participant american western frontier personally fought battles southwestern plains indians observed government policies first hand charles king credited today helping establish western novel romantic dramatic genre american literature based upon sturdy foundation historical realism summary compiled wikipedia life charles king nathan bender housel curator mccracken research library within buffalo bill historical center p |
| 2028 |
2002 |
2312 |
Genji Monogatari (The Tale of Genji) |
Murasaki Shikibu |
Literary Fiction, Sagas, Published before 1800 |
<p>The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari) is a classic work of Japanese literature attributed to the Japanese noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu in the early eleventh century, around the peak of the Heian Period. It is sometimes called the world's first novel, the first modern novel, the first romance novel, or the first novel to still be considered a classic... The Genji was written for the women of the aristocracy (the yokibito) and has many elements found in a modern novel: a central character and a very large number of major and minor characters, well-developed characterization of all the major players, a sequence of events happening over a period of time covering the central character's lifetime and beyond. The work does not make use of a plot; instead, much as in real life, events just happen and characters evolve simply by growing older. One remarkable feature of the Genji, and of Murasaki's skill, is its internal consistency, despite a dramatis personae of some four hundred characters. For instance, all characters age in step and all the family and feudal relationships are consistent among all chapters. NOTE: this is a highly condensed version of the text, running to just under 200 pages, whereas the original is nearly 1000 pages long! (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/genji-monogatari-the-tale-of-the-genji-by-murasaki-shikibu/ |
p the tale genji genji monogatari classic work japanese literature attributed japanese noblewoman murasaki shikibu early eleventh century around peak heian period sometimes called world s first novel first modern novel first romance novel first novel still considered classic genji written women aristocracy the yokibito many elements found modern novel central character large number major minor characters well developed characterization major players sequence events happening period time covering central character s lifetime beyond work make use plot instead much real life events happen characters evolve simply growing older one remarkable feature genji murasaki s skill internal consistency despite dramatis personae four hundred characters instance characters age step family feudal relationships consistent among chapters note highly condensed version text running 200 pages whereas original nearly 1000 pages long summary wikipedia p |
| 2029 |
2003 |
2313 |
Patricia Brent, spinster |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Humorous Fiction |
A romantic comedy, written in 1918, but with a modern feel to it. Patricia Brent one day overhears two fellow-boarders pitying her because she "never has a nice young man to take her out". In a thoughtless moment of anger she announces that the following night she will be dining out with her fiance. When she arrives at the restaurant the next day, she finds some of the fellow-boarders there to watch her, so, rendered reckless by the thought of the humiliation of being found out, she goes up to a young man sitting alone at a table, and asks him to help her by "playing up". Countless complications and adventures ensue... (Summary by Anna Simon)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/patricia-brent-spinster-by-herbert-jenkins/ |
romantic comedy written 1918 modern feel it patricia brent one day overhears two fellow boarders pitying never nice young man take out thoughtless moment anger announces following night dining fiance arrives restaurant next day finds fellow boarders watch her so rendered reckless thought humiliation found out goes young man sitting alone table asks help playing up countless complications adventures ensue summary anna simon p |
| 2030 |
2012 |
2323 |
Old Peter's Russian Tales |
Arthur Ransome |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Arthur Ransome is best known for his <i>Swallows and Amazons</i> series of children’s books. This is the only example of his fiction in the public domain. These stories are all from Russian folklore, some comparatively well-known, others less so. Ransome spent some years in Russia as a newspaper correspondent for the <i>Daily News</i> and the <i>Manchester Guardian</i> and was peripherally involved in the revolution. In the late twenties he married Evgenia Shvelpina, Trotsky's secretary, retired from newspapers and started writing his children’s books. (Summary by AJM)</p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/old-peters-russian-tales-by-arthur-ransome/ |
arthur ransome best known i swallows amazons i series children s books example fiction public domain stories russian folklore comparatively well known others less so ransome spent years russia newspaper correspondent i daily news i i manchester guardian i peripherally involved revolution late twenties married evgenia shvelpina trotsky s secretary retired newspapers started writing children s books summary ajm p |
| 2031 |
2004 |
2314 |
Anne of the Island (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Romance |
Anne is off to Redmond College! She will spend the next three years living and learning, making new friends, and deepening old friendships.<p>\n\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/" target="_blank">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of Avonlea</a><br />\n\<a href="http://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/" target="_blank">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rainbow Valley</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rilla of Ingleside</a><p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/ |
anne redmond college spend next three years living learning making new friends deepening old friendships p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of green gables by lucy maud montgomery 3 target _blank anne green gables a br a href http librivox org anne of avonlea by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne avonlea a br a href http librivox org annes house of dreams by lucy maud montgomery version 2 target _blank anne s house dreams a br a href http librivox org rainbow valley version 2 by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rainbow valley a br a href http librivox org rilla of ingleside by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rilla ingleside a p |
| 2032 |
2005 |
2315 |
Sea Fairies |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
<p>In 1910, Baum hoped to end the Oz series and follow with a new series about a little girl named Trot and her sailor companion, Cap'n Bill. The Sea Fairies (1911) was the first book in the projected series and took Trot and Cap'n Bill under the sea where they had adventures with mermaids and other fantastic creatures. It was followed by Sky Island (1912) and then Baum returned to the Oz titles. He brought Trot and Cap'n Bill to Oz in the Scarecrow of Oz (1915). (Summary by Judy Bieber)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-fairies-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p in 1910 baum hoped end oz series follow new series little girl named trot sailor companion cap n bill sea fairies 1911 first book projected series took trot cap n bill sea adventures mermaids fantastic creatures followed sky island 1912 baum returned oz titles brought trot cap n bill oz scarecrow oz 1915 summary judy bieber p |
| 2033 |
2006 |
2316 |
Cocoa and Chocolate |
Arthur William Knapp |
*Non-fiction, History , Cooking |
<br /><p>As that heavenly bit of chocolate melts in our mouths, we give little thought as to where it came from, the arduous work that went in to its creation, and the complex process of its maturation from a bean to the delicacy we all enjoy. This "little book" details everything you have ever wanted to know (and some things you never knew you wanted to know) about cocoa and chocolate from how the trees are planted and sustained to which countries produce the most cacao beans. Do cacao beans from various countries differ? What makes some types of chocolate higher quality than other kinds? Are there any health benefits to eating chocolate? Read on to learn the answers to these and many other questions about that wondrous little treat we call chocolate. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/cocoa-and-chocolate-by-arthur-william-knapp/ |
br p as heavenly bit chocolate melts mouths give little thought came from arduous work went creation complex process maturation bean delicacy enjoy little book details everything ever wanted know and things never knew wanted know cocoa chocolate trees planted sustained countries produce cacao beans cacao beans various countries differ makes types chocolate higher quality kinds health benefits eating chocolate read learn answers many questions wondrous little treat call chocolate summary allyson hester p |
| 2034 |
2007 |
2317 |
Kidnapped |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
David Balfour, a lad of seventeen and newly orphaned, is directed to go and live with his rich uncle, the master of the estate of Shaws in the lowlands of Scotland near Edinburgh. His uncle, Ebenezer (as close a miser as Dickens' Ebenezer Scrooge), is shocked to suddenly have his young relative descend on him and tries to rid himself of David with an arranged accident. Failing that, he pays the captain of a brig to kidnap David and sell him into slavery in Carolina.</p>\n\nA collision in the fog brings onboard the brig a survivor, Alan Breck Stewart, who is carrying a dangerous amount of gold on his person. David warns him of a plan by the brig's captain and crew to overpower him and seize the money, and then finds himself fighting alongside Alan in a battle royale. By good fortune, Alan is handy with a sword and they have access to the firearms locker, and the pair so completely defeat the crew that barely enough hands remain to sail her. Limping to port, she is holed by rocks, and David finds himself a castaway.</p>\n\nBeing in Alan's presence continues to be a chancey business. David is talking to Colin Roy Campbell, the King's Factor who has been oppressing Alan's people, when the man is shot to death, and David is chased as an accomplice. The two "take to the heather" and barely survive near brushes with redcoats as they thread through the Trossachs and other highland ranges of Scotland. Only after an arduous weeks-long trek through territory where they are actively hunted do they emerge in the more settled districts around the river Forth, only to find guards upon the bridge. With no money remaining, they must somehow cross to Queensferry, find Ebenezer's lawyer, and lay claim to David's inheritance in order to send Alan safely on to France. (summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/kidnapped-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
david balfour lad seventeen newly orphaned directed go live rich uncle master estate shaws lowlands scotland near edinburgh uncle ebenezer as close miser dickens ebenezer scrooge shocked suddenly young relative descend tries rid david arranged accident failing that pays captain brig kidnap david sell slavery carolina p collision fog brings onboard brig survivor alan breck stewart carrying dangerous amount gold person david warns plan brig s captain crew overpower seize money finds fighting alongside alan battle royale good fortune alan handy sword access firearms locker pair completely defeat crew barely enough hands remain sail her limping port holed rocks david finds castaway p alan s presence continues chancey business david talking colin roy campbell king s factor oppressing alan s people man shot death david chased accomplice two take heather barely survive near brushes redcoats thread trossachs highland ranges scotland arduous weeks long trek territory actively hunted emerge settled districts around river forth find guards upon bridge money remaining must somehow cross queensferry find ebenezer s lawyer lay claim david s inheritance order send alan safely france summary mark f smith p |
| 2035 |
2008 |
2319 |
Commentary on St. Paul's Epistle to the Galatians |
Martin Luther |
Christianity - Commentary |
<p>Martin Luther strove to give a verse by verse exegesis of the Epistle to the Galatians in the work. The original work, written in Latin in around 1516, was much longer. This translation by Theodore Graebner strove to produce a copy of the work in a format and with wording much more applicable to the general English-speaking American public. (Summary by Timothy Perkins)</p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-galatians-by-martin-luther/ |
p martin luther strove give verse verse exegesis epistle galatians work original work written latin around 1516 much longer translation theodore graebner strove produce copy work format wording much applicable general english speaking american public summary timothy perkins p |
| 2036 |
2009 |
2320 |
Short Poetry Collection 067 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 067: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, chosen and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-067/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 067 collection 20 public domain poems chosen read librivox volunteers p |
| 2037 |
2010 |
2321 |
Historische Übersichten |
Friedrich Schiller |
History |
<p> Historische Übersichten by Friedrich von Schiller (1759 – 1805). Schiller, einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramatiker, gibt in meisterhaftem Deutsch kurze Darstellungen “Ueber Völkerwanderung, Kreuzzüge und Mittelalter”, “Uebersicht des Zustands von Europa zur Zeit des ersten Kreuzzugs” (Ein Fragment), “Universalhistorische Uebersicht der merkwürdigsten Staatsbegebenheiten zu den Zeiten Kaiser Friedrichs I” (nicht beendet). \n(Zusammenfassung von redaer) </p> |
German |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/historische-ubersichten-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
p historische übersichten friedrich von schiller 1759 1805 schiller einer der weimarer klassiker bekannt als dichter und dramatiker gibt meisterhaftem deutsch kurze darstellungen ueber völkerwanderung kreuzzüge und mittelalter uebersicht des zustands von europa zur zeit des ersten kreuzzugs ein fragment universalhistorische uebersicht der merkwürdigsten staatsbegebenheiten zu den zeiten kaiser friedrichs i nicht beendet zusammenfassung von redaer p |
| 2038 |
2013 |
2324 |
Bible (WNT) NT 03: Luke |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
<p>Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited “The Resultant Greek Text”, after which he based his “New Testament in Modern Speech”, which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading. <br/>(Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/luke-from-weymouth-new-testament-0901/ |
p richard francis weymouth born october 26 1822 near plymouth dock known devonport near plymouth devonshire england dr weymouth bible scholar philologist a student origins language well layman english baptist denomination edited the resultant greek text based new testament modern speech published posthumously 1903 passed away december 27 1902 essex work known simpler language use private reading br summary mark penfold p |
| 2039 |
2014 |
2325 |
Word Is Dead |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 different recordings of A Word Is Dead, by Emily Dickinson. This was the weekly poetry for the week of July 06, 2008. <br/><br/>Version 4 read by Sean McGaughey and Rose 264.</p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/a-word-is-dead-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 different recordings word dead emily dickinson weekly poetry week july 06 2008 br br version 4 read sean mcgaughey rose 264 p |
| 2040 |
2015 |
2327 |
Lady's Visit to the Gold Diggings of Australia in 1852-53 |
Ellen Clacy |
Travel & Geography |
"If you have visions of a middle-aged parasol-bearing lady smiling sweetly from her carriage as she tours Bendigo think again. In 1852, 20 year old clergyman’s daughter Ellen and her brother boarded ship for Melbourne then set off to walk to Bendigo. Dressed in her blue serge skirt which doubled as nightwear, she camped under a tent made of blankets, had mutton, damper and tea most meals and on arrival lent her hand to gold washing. And seemed to enjoy it !\nAnd amongst other things she tells of colonial life , transportation, emigration and other gold-fields.\nBut you will need to listen to hear more about bush-rangers and orphans as well as what she did with her parasol." (summary by annise)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/a-ladys-visit-to-the-gold-diggings-of-australia-in-1852-53-by-ellen-clacy/ |
if visions middle aged parasol bearing lady smiling sweetly carriage tours bendigo think again 1852 20 year old clergyman s daughter ellen brother boarded ship melbourne set walk bendigo dressed blue serge skirt doubled nightwear camped tent made blankets mutton damper tea meals arrival lent hand gold washing seemed enjoy amongst things tells colonial life transportation emigration gold fields need listen hear bush rangers orphans well parasol summary annise p |
| 2041 |
2016 |
2328 |
Wood Beyond the World |
William Morris |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p><i>The Wood beyond the World</i> is a fantasy novel by William Morris, perhaps the first modern fantasy writer to unite an imaginary world with the element of the supernatural, and thus the precursor of much of present-day fantasy literature. His use of archaic language has been seen by some modern readers as making his fiction difficult to read, but brings a wonderful atmosphere to the telling.<br /><br />Morris considered his fantasies a revival of the medieval tradition of chivalrous romances. In consequence, they tend to have sprawling plots of strung-together adventures. In this story, Walter leaves his father and his own unfaithful wife and sets sail in search of adventure. This he finds aplenty, encountering love, treachery and magic in the Wood of the title and in travelling through the Mountains of the Folk of the Bears. But can he find happiness and peace by means of his Quest?<br /><br />Read by Cori Samuel. Edited by <a href="http://www.wisemandarine.com/">Mandarine</a>. Summary by Cori with reference to Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-wood-beyond-the-world-by-william-morris/ |
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| 2042 |
2017 |
2329 |
Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation |
Jeremy Bentham |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
<P>Jeremy Bentham's <i>Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation</i>, a classic text in modern philosophy and jurisprudence, first published in 1789, focuses on the principle of utility and how this view of morality ties into legislative practices. Bentham's ambition in life was to create a complete Utilitarian code of law. The philosophy of utilitarianism argues that the right act or policy is that which would cause "the greatest good for the greatest number of people", also known as "the greatest happiness principle", or the principle of utility.<BR><BR>Bentham's principle of utility regards "good" as that which produces the greatest amount of pleasure, and the minimum amount of pain; and "evil" as that which produces the most pain without the pleasure. This concept of pleasure and pain is defined by Bentham as physical as well as spiritual. Bentham writes about this principle as it manifests itself within the legislation of a society. He lays down a set of criteria for measuring the extent of pain or pleasure that a certain decision will create. <BR><br/>Bentham argues that certain unnecessary laws and punishments could ultimately lead to new and more dangerous vices than those being punished to begin with. He is of opinion that the concept of the individual pursuing his or her own happiness cannot be necessarily declared "right", because often these individual pursuits can lead to greater pain and less pleasure for the society as a whole. Therefore, the legislation of a society is vital to maintaining a society with optimum pleasure and the minimum degree of pain for the greatest amount of people. (Summary adapted from wikipedia)</P>\nMeta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Jc Guan & Anna Simon</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/an-introduction-to-the-principles-of-morals-and-legislation-by-jeremy-bentham/ |
p jeremy bentham s i introduction principles morals legislation i classic text modern philosophy jurisprudence first published 1789 focuses principle utility view morality ties legislative practices bentham s ambition life create complete utilitarian code law philosophy utilitarianism argues right act policy would cause the greatest good greatest number people also known the greatest happiness principle principle utility br br bentham s principle utility regards good produces greatest amount pleasure minimum amount pain evil produces pain without pleasure concept pleasure pain defined bentham physical well spiritual bentham writes principle manifests within legislation society lays set criteria measuring extent pain pleasure certain decision create br br bentham argues certain unnecessary laws punishments could ultimately lead new dangerous vices punished begin with opinion concept individual pursuing happiness cannot necessarily declared right often individual pursuits lead greater pain less pleasure society whole therefore legislation society vital maintaining society optimum pleasure minimum degree pain greatest amount people summary adapted wikipedia p meta coordinator cataloging jc guan anna simon p |
| 2043 |
2018 |
2330 |
Wrong Box |
Lloyd Osbourne |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Wrong Box is a comedy about the ending of a tontine (a tontine is an arrangement whereby a number of young people subscribe to a fund which is then closed and invested until all but one of the subscribers have died. That last subscriber then receives the whole of the proceeds). The story involves the last two such survivors and their relations, a train crash, missing uncles, surplus dead bodies and innocent bystanders. A farce really. (Summary by AJM)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-wrong-box-by-robert-louis-stevenson-and-lloyd-osbourne/ |
p the wrong box comedy ending tontine a tontine arrangement whereby number young people subscribe fund closed invested one subscribers died last subscriber receives whole proceeds story involves last two survivors relations train crash missing uncles surplus dead bodies innocent bystanders farce really summary ajm p |
| 2044 |
2019 |
2331 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 002 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 10 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.<br><br />Walpurgisnacht gelesen von Dirk und Claudia Weber.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-002-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 10 deutscher gedichte für librivox br br walpurgisnacht gelesen von dirk und claudia weber p |
| 2045 |
2020 |
2332 |
Annals Vol 1 |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Annals was Tacitus' final work, covering the period from the death of Augustus Caesar in the year 14. He wrote at least 16 books, but books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11 and 16 are missing. Book 6 ends with the death of Tiberius and books 7-12 presumably covered the reigns of Caligula and Claudius. The remaining books cover the reign of Nero, perhaps until his death in June 68 or until the end of that year, to connect with the Histories. The second half of book 16 is missing, ending with the events of the year 66. We do not know whether Tacitus completed the work or whether he finished the other works that he had planned to write; he died before he could complete his planned histories of Nerva and Trajan, and no record survives of the work on Augustus Caesar and the beginnings of the Empire with which he had planned to complete his work as an historian. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/annals-vol-1-by-tacitus/ |
p the annals tacitus final work covering period death augustus caesar year 14 wrote least 16 books books 7 10 parts books 5 6 11 16 missing book 6 ends death tiberius books 7 12 presumably covered reigns caligula claudius remaining books cover reign nero perhaps death june 68 end year connect histories second half book 16 missing ending events year 66 know whether tacitus completed work whether finished works planned write died could complete planned histories nerva trajan record survives work augustus caesar beginnings empire planned complete work historian summary wikipedia p |
| 2046 |
2021 |
2333 |
Tragedy of Macbeth |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
<p>Murder and madness, witches and war: Librivox presents a recording of <em>Macbeth</em>, perhaps Shakespeare's best known tragedy. Macbeth, a general in King Duncan's army, is given a prophecy by a trio of witches: he himself will become king. Fired by ambition and goaded by his ruthless wife, he murders Duncan and assumes the throne. More killings follow as Macbeth attempts to retain his crown, until he discovers that prophecies are not always what they seem. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p>\n<p><strong>Cast:</strong></p>\n<p>Duncan – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1482">Joshua B. Christensen</a><br />\nMalcolm – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nDonalbain – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2288">Ellis Christoff</a><br />\nMacbeth – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nBanquo – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2986">Simon Larois</a><br />\nMacduff – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1121">John Lieder</a><br />\nLennox – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2947">Mirza</a><br />\nRoss – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/87">Rosalind Wills</a><br />\nMenteith, Son of Macduff, and First Apparition – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nAngus, Second Apparition, and Third Murderer – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2748">Annoying Twit</a><br />\nCaithness, Lord, Sergeant, and Soldiers – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nFleance – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2110">Aaron Elliott</a><br />\nSiward – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1211">Brian Edwards</a><br />\nYoung Siward, Gentlewoman – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nSeyton, Old Man – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1378">Paul Williams</a><br />\nLady Macbeth – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLady Macduff – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1736">LC</a><br />\nHecate – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nFirst Witch – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/243">Jennifer Stearns</a><br />\nSecond Witch – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nThird Witch – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2042">Charlene V. Smith</a><br />\nDoctor – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2892">Eric M. Johnson</a><br />\nServant and Attendant – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nPorter – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2827">David Leeson</a><br />\nThird Apparition – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2950">Fionn Jameson</a><br />\nFirst Murderer – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd</a><br />\nSecond Murderer – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2592">Anna Roberts</a><br />\nMessenger – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br />\nStage Directions – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/688">J. M. Smallheer</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by J. M. Smallheer</p>\n |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-macbeth-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 2047 |
2022 |
2337 |
History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy, Vol. 1 |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy is an historical account by Niccolò Machiavelli. Toward the end of 1520, the Cardinal Giulio of Medici, later Pope Clement VII, offered Machiavelli the appointment to write a history of Florence. Although Machiavelli was reluctant to accept, accepting was his only way to regain the good graces of the Medici who had regained power and were in a position to offer him employment and protection. Doing the history also provided a way for Machiavelli’s views to become the “official” history of Florentine and Italian affairs. Once completed, the work was presented officially to Giulio, now Pope, in May of 1526. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p>\n<p>Per Project Gutenberg, this text was taken from a Universal Classics Library edition, published in 1901 by W. Walter Dunne, New York and London. The translator was not named.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-florence-by-machiavelli-vol-1/ |
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| 2048 |
2023 |
2338 |
Dragon's Secret |
Augusta Huiell Seaman |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Sixteen year old Leslie Crane has come to the New Jersey shore as a companion to ailing Aunt Marcia, whose doctor has sent her there for a some quiet rest and recuperation. While the beach is lovely in October, Leslie quickly finds herself getting lonely with no one her own age to talk to. Little does she realize that she will not only soon make a new friend, but that they will both end up in the midst of a puzzling mystery centered around the closed up bungalow next door. </p>\nAugusta Huiell Seaman is the author of over 40 historical fiction and mystery novels for older children most of which are currently out of print. The Dragon's Secret was originally published in 1921. (summary by J. M. Smallheer) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-dragons-secret-by-augusta-huiell-seaman/ |
sixteen year old leslie crane come new jersey shore companion ailing aunt marcia whose doctor sent quiet rest recuperation beach lovely october leslie quickly finds getting lonely one age talk to little realize soon make new friend end midst puzzling mystery centered around closed bungalow next door p augusta huiell seaman author 40 historical fiction mystery novels older children currently print dragon s secret originally published 1921 summary j m smallheer p |
| 2049 |
2024 |
2339 |
Kéraban-le-têtu |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p><b><em>Kéraban-le-Têtu</em></b> est un roman de Jules Verne paru en 1883, décrivant les tribulations d'un vendeur de tabac turc (Kéraban) et d'un de ses clients hollandais autour de la mer Noire. </p><p></p> Ce roman d'aventure est un des plus comiques et des moins connus de Jules Verne. L'auteur exploite avec talent la mollesse du commerçant batave et le caractère inflexible de Kéraban. <p><em>Kéraban the Inflexible</em> is an adventure novel written by Jules Verne.</p> <p>(from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/keraban-le-tetu-by-jules-verne_1001/ |
p b em kéraban le têtu em b est un roman de jules verne paru en 1883 décrivant les tribulations d un vendeur de tabac turc kéraban et d un de ses clients hollandais autour de la mer noire p p p ce roman d aventure est un des plus comiques et des moins connus de jules verne l auteur exploite avec talent la mollesse du commerçant batave et le caractère inflexible de kéraban p em kéraban inflexible em adventure novel written jules verne p p from wikipedia p |
| 2050 |
2041 |
2358 |
Jimbo |
Algernon Blackwood |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Fantasy novel about the mystical adventures of a lonely English boy, Jimbo. It’s really quite beautiful and can be enjoyed by both older kids and adults, though parts may be too scary for younger children (who'd probably be bored anyway). (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/jimbo-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
p fantasy novel mystical adventures lonely english boy jimbo it s really quite beautiful enjoyed older kids adults though parts may scary younger children who d probably bored anyway summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 2051 |
2025 |
2340 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 5 |
Theodor Mommsen |
History |
Mommsen erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur.<br><br>Römische Geschichte Fünftes Buch<br><br>Die Begruendung der Militaermonarchie<br><br>Das achte Buch schließt diese Reihe. Das sechste und siebente Buch veröffentlichte Mommsen nicht.<br><br>Kapitel 80, “Der letzte Kampf der römischen Republik (Ein Bruchstück)”, zuerst veröffentlicht in der Zeitschrift “Hermes” 1877, dann enthalten in dem Privatdruck von Mommsen “Römische Geschichte. Vierter Band” 1877, ist nicht in den Ausgaben von Project Gutenberg, zeno.org und gutenberg.spiegel.de enthalten.</p> |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/romische-geschichte-buch-5-by-theodor-mommsen/ |
mommsen erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur br br römische geschichte fünftes buch br br die begruendung der militaermonarchie br br das achte buch schließt diese reihe das sechste und siebente buch veröffentlichte mommsen nicht br br kapitel 80 der letzte kampf der römischen republik ein bruchstück zuerst veröffentlicht der zeitschrift hermes 1877 dann enthalten dem privatdruck von mommsen römische geschichte vierter band 1877 ist nicht den ausgaben von project gutenberg zeno org und gutenberg spiegel de enthalten p |
| 2052 |
2026 |
2341 |
Understood Betsy |
Dorothy Canfield Fisher |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Understood Betsy is a 1916 novel for children by Dorothy Canfield Fisher. The story tells of Elizabeth Ann, a 9-year-old orphan who goes from a sheltered existence with her father's aunt Harriet and cousin Frances in the city, to living on a Vermont farm with her mother's family, the Putneys, whose child-rearing practices had always seemed suspect to Harriet and her daughter. In her new rural life, Elizabeth Ann comes to be nicknamed "Betsy," and to find that many activities that Frances had always thought too demanding for a little girl are considered, by the Putney family, ordinary expectations for a child: walking to school alone, cooking, and having household duties to perform.<br><br>The child thrives in her new environment, learning to make butter, boil maple syrup, and tend the animals. When Frances announces she is to be married and has come to "save" Elizabeth Ann from the dreaded Putney cousins, she is amazed to discover that the little girl is quite content to stay. The story ends after Frances has returned home, with Betsy, her aunt Abigail, uncle Henry, and cousin Ann sitting quietly and happily around the fireplace enjoying the knowledge they will now be a family for good. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/understood-betsy-by-dorothy-canfield-fisher/ |
p understood betsy 1916 novel children dorothy canfield fisher story tells elizabeth ann 9 year old orphan goes sheltered existence father s aunt harriet cousin frances city living vermont farm mother s family putneys whose child rearing practices always seemed suspect harriet daughter new rural life elizabeth ann comes nicknamed betsy find many activities frances always thought demanding little girl considered putney family ordinary expectations child walking school alone cooking household duties perform br br the child thrives new environment learning make butter boil maple syrup tend animals frances announces married come save elizabeth ann dreaded putney cousins amazed discover little girl quite content stay story ends frances returned home betsy aunt abigail uncle henry cousin ann sitting quietly happily around fireplace enjoying knowledge family good summary wikipedia p |
| 2053 |
2027 |
2342 |
Fifty Famous Stories Retold (version 2) |
James Baldwin |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction |
Some have a slight historical value; some are useful as giving point to certain great moral truths; others are products solely of the fancy, and are intended only to amuse. Some are derived from very ancient sources, and are current in the literature of many lands; some have come to us through the ballads and folk tales of the English people; a few are of quite recent origin (Excerpt from text)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-famous-stories-retold-version-2-by-james-baldwin/ |
slight historical value useful giving point certain great moral truths others products solely fancy intended amuse derived ancient sources current literature many lands come us ballads folk tales english people quite recent origin excerpt text p |
| 2054 |
2028 |
2343 |
Comédie Humaine: Le Père Goriot |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<p>Le Père Goriot est un roman d’Honoré de Balzac, écrit en 1834, dont la publication débute dans la Revue de Paris et qui paraît en 1835 en librairie. Il fait partie des Scènes de la vie privée de la Comédie humaine. Le Père Goriot établit les bases de ce qui deviendra un véritable édifice : la Comédie humaine, construction littéraire unique en son genre, avec des liens entre les volumes, des passerelles, des renvois. <br/>(Résumé par Wikipédia)</p> <p><em>Le Père Goriot</em> (English: <em>Father Goriot</em> or <em>Old Goriot</em>) is an 1835 novel by French novelist and playwright Honoré de Balzac (1799–1850), included in the <em>Scènes de la vie privée</em> section of his novel sequence <em>La Comédie humaine</em>. Set in Paris in 1819, it follows the intertwined lives of three characters: the elderly doting Goriot; a mysterious criminal-in-hiding named Vautrin; and a naive law student named Eugène de Rastignac.<br/> (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/le-pere-goriot-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
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| 2055 |
2029 |
2344 |
Probable Sons |
Amy Le Feuvre |
General Fiction |
<p>Little Milly is left an orphan after the death of her mother and sent to live with her bachelor uncle, who has no use for children, especially of the <i>female</i> variety. As the days go by, his heart warms to his endearing niece who wants all <i>probable sons</i> to come home, including her very own <i>probable uncle</i>. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/probable-sons-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
p little milly left orphan death mother sent live bachelor uncle use children especially i female i variety days go by heart warms endearing niece wants i probable sons i come home including i probable uncle i summary laura caldwell p |
| 2056 |
2030 |
2345 |
Forest |
Ben Jonson |
Poetry, Single author |
<p>The Forest is a short collection of Ben Jonson's poetry. This collection of fifteen poems first appeared in the 1616 first folio of his collected works. (Summary by Sheldon Greaves) </p> |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/the-forest-by-ben-jonson/ |
p the forest short collection ben jonson s poetry collection fifteen poems first appeared 1616 first folio collected works summary sheldon greaves p |
| 2057 |
2031 |
2346 |
James Joyce in Context, Vol. 1: Telemachus |
Various |
Literary Collections |
<p>This is a project invented and created by LibriVox volunteers. It collects various works which James Joyce quotes and refers to in his epic novel <i>Ulysses</i>, and provides them in audio form. Perfect for Joyce scholars, fans, and aficionados! (Summary by Kirsten Ferreri)<br/><br/>\n\nCollection concludes with Joyce's Ulysses chapter 1: Telemachus.<br/><br/>Coodinated by Kirsten Ferreri, Mary Anderson, and Leni.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/james-joyce-in-context-vol-01-telemachus/ |
p this project invented created librivox volunteers collects various works james joyce quotes refers epic novel i ulysses i provides audio form perfect joyce scholars fans aficionados summary kirsten ferreri br br collection concludes joyce s ulysses chapter 1 telemachus br br coodinated kirsten ferreri mary anderson leni p |
| 2058 |
2032 |
2348 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 032 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 032: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-032/ |
p librivox s short story collection 032 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2059 |
2033 |
2349 |
Zonde in het deftige dorp |
Johan de Meester |
Published 1900 onward |
“Een vertelling van menschen en zeden.”<BR><BR>Stork is de dorpsdokter, die van dichtbij de reactie van zijn dorpsgenoten observeert als bekend wordt dat er een zonde heeft plaatsgevonden in de pastorie. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon).<BR><BR> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/de-zonde-in-het-deftige-dorp-by-johan-de-meester/ |
een vertelling van menschen en zeden br br stork de dorpsdokter die van dichtbij de reactie van zijn dorpsgenoten observeert als bekend wordt dat er een zonde heeft plaatsgevonden de pastorie samenvatting door anna simon br br |
| 2060 |
2034 |
2350 |
Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution |
Peter Kropotkin |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Mutual Aid: A Factor of Evolution is a book by Peter Kropotkin on the subject of mutual aid, written while he was living in exile in England. It was first published by William Heinemann in London in October 1902. The individual chapters had originally been published in 1890-96 as a series of essays in the British monthly literary magazine, Nineteenth Century. <br>\n\nWritten partly in response to Social Darwinism and in particular to Thomas H. Huxley's Nineteenth Century essay, "The Struggle for Existence," Kropotkin's book drew on his experiences in scientific expeditions in Siberia to illustrate the phenomenon of cooperation. After examining the evidence of cooperation in nonhuman animals, "savages," "barbarians," in medieval cities, and in modern times, he concludes that cooperation and mutual aid are as important in the evolution of the species as competition and mutual strife, if not more so. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/mutual-aid-a-factor-of-evolution-by-peter-kropotkin/ |
p mutual aid factor evolution book peter kropotkin subject mutual aid written living exile england first published william heinemann london october 1902 individual chapters originally published 1890 96 series essays british monthly literary magazine nineteenth century br written partly response social darwinism particular thomas h huxley s nineteenth century essay the struggle existence kropotkin s book drew experiences scientific expeditions siberia illustrate phenomenon cooperation examining evidence cooperation nonhuman animals savages barbarians medieval cities modern times concludes cooperation mutual aid important evolution species competition mutual strife so summary wikipedia p |
| 2061 |
2035 |
2351 |
Miller's Daughter |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 different recordings of <em>The Miller's Daughter</em> by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 13th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/the-millers-daughter-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 19 different recordings em the miller s daughter em alfred lord tennyson weekly poetry project week july 13th 2008 br br |
| 2062 |
2036 |
2352 |
Ansiedelung auf dem Meeresgrunde |
Robert Kraft |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Die Ansiedlung auf dem Meeresgrunde erschien 1901 im Rahmen der 10 Hefte umfassenden Serie „Aus dem Reiche der Phantasie“, wobei jedes Heft eine abgeschlossene Geschichte ist. Die Reihe wurde von Robert Kraft in Genre der Jules Verne’schen Schriften gehalten und für die Jugend geschrieben. Sie erschien im Münchmeyer Verlag. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/die-ansiedelung-auf-dem-meeresgrunde-by-robert-kraft/ |
p die ansiedlung auf dem meeresgrunde erschien 1901 im rahmen der 10 hefte umfassenden serie aus dem reiche der phantasie wobei jedes heft eine abgeschlossene geschichte ist die reihe wurde von robert kraft genre der jules verne schen schriften gehalten und für die jugend geschrieben sie erschien im münchmeyer verlag summary wassermann p |
| 2063 |
2037 |
2354 |
Clotel, or, The President's Daughter |
William Wells Brown |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Clotel; or, The President's Daughter is a novel by William Wells Brown (1814-84), a fugitive from slavery and abolitionist and was published in London, England in December 1853. It is often considered the first African-American novel. This novel focuses on the difficult lives of mulattoes in America and the "degraded and immoral condition of the relation of master and slave in the USA" (Brown). It is about the tragic lives of Currer, Althesea, and Clotel. In the novel, Currer is the former mulatto mistress of President Thomas Jefferson who together have two daughters, Althesea and Clotel. Because she was beautiful and the mistress of Jefferson, Currer and her daughters lived a confortable life, this changed when her master passes away. In the end, Currer and Althesea are auctioned to the notorious slave trader, Dick Walker. Clotel is bought by her lover Horatio Green. The separation of these three women is just the beginning of the injustices they face.<br><br>It gained notoriety amid the unconfirmed rumors regarding Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemmings. Brown was still considered someone else's legal property within the borders of the United States at the time of its publication. It is considered to be the first novel written by an African American.<br><br>Brown used the injustices of slavery to demonstrate the destructive effects it had on the African American family, most significantly the so-called tragic mulatto. Brown had escaped from slavery in Kentucky while still in his youth, and became active on the anti-slavery circuit.<br><br>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/clotel-or-the-presidents-daughter-by-william-wells-brown/ |
p clotel or president s daughter novel william wells brown 1814 84 fugitive slavery abolitionist published london england december 1853 often considered first african american novel novel focuses difficult lives mulattoes america degraded immoral condition relation master slave usa brown tragic lives currer althesea clotel novel currer former mulatto mistress president thomas jefferson together two daughters althesea clotel beautiful mistress jefferson currer daughters lived confortable life changed master passes away end currer althesea auctioned notorious slave trader dick walker clotel bought lover horatio green separation three women beginning injustices face br br it gained notoriety amid unconfirmed rumors regarding thomas jefferson sally hemmings brown still considered someone else s legal property within borders united states time publication considered first novel written african american br br brown used injustices slavery demonstrate destructive effects african american family significantly so called tragic mulatto brown escaped slavery kentucky still youth became active anti slavery circuit br br summary wikipedia p |
| 2064 |
2038 |
2355 |
George Bernard Shaw |
G. K. Chesterton |
Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Chesterton and Shaw were famous friends and enjoyed their arguments and discussions. Although rarely in agreement, they both maintained good-will towards and respect for each other. However, in his writing, Chesterton expressed himself very plainly on where they differed and why. In <i>Heretics</i> he writes of Shaw:\n<br/><br/>\n“After belabouring a great many people for a great many years for being unprogressive, Mr. Shaw has discovered, with characteristic sense, that it is very doubtful whether any existing human being with two legs can be progressive at all. Having come to doubt whether humanity can be combined with progress, most people, easily pleased, would have elected to abandon progress and remain with humanity. Mr. Shaw, not being easily pleased, decides to throw over humanity with all its limitations and go in for progress for its own sake. If man, as we know him, is incapable of the philosophy of progress, Mr. Shaw asks, not for a new kind of philosophy, but for a new kind of man. It is rather as if a nurse had tried a rather bitter food for some years on a baby, and on discovering that it was not suitable, should not throw away the food and ask for a new food, but throw the baby out of window, and ask for a new baby.”<br/><br/>\n\nShaw represented the new school of thought, humanism, which was rising at the time. Chesterton's views, on the other hand, became increasingly more focused towards the church. In <i>Orthodoxy</i> he writes:<br/><br/>\n\n“The worship of will is the negation of will. . . If Mr. Bernard Shaw comes up to me and says, "Will something," that is tantamount to saying, "I do not mind what you will," and that is tantamount to saying, "I have no will in the matter." You cannot admire will in general, because the essence of will is that it is particular. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/george-bernard-shaw-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p chesterton shaw famous friends enjoyed arguments discussions although rarely agreement maintained good will towards respect other however writing chesterton expressed plainly differed why i heretics i writes shaw br br after belabouring great many people great many years unprogressive mr shaw discovered characteristic sense doubtful whether existing human two legs progressive all come doubt whether humanity combined progress people easily pleased would elected abandon progress remain humanity mr shaw easily pleased decides throw humanity limitations go progress sake man know him incapable philosophy progress mr shaw asks new kind philosophy new kind man rather nurse tried rather bitter food years baby discovering suitable throw away food ask new food throw baby window ask new baby br br shaw represented new school thought humanism rising time chesterton s views hand became increasingly focused towards church i orthodoxy i writes br br the worship negation will mr bernard shaw comes says will something tantamount saying i mind will tantamount saying i matter cannot admire general essence particular summary wikipedia p |
| 2065 |
2039 |
2356 |
Little Women (version 4) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Little Women is the classic story of the March family, which consists of Mr. and Mrs. March and their four girls–Practical, yet fashion conscious, Meg, who longs for the nice things they used to have. Rambunctious, book worm, Jo, who wants to become a writer and wishes she were born a boy. Shy and quiet, homeloving, Beth, who loves to play the piano and play with her kitties. Finally, the youngest, artistic, Amy, who longs for an aristocratic nose! <br><br>The story takes place during the American Civil War, and begins with Mr. March away from home as a chaplain to the Union army, while his wife and daughters remain at home to work and wait for his safe return. This book follows their joys and sorrows and scrapes along the path to the girl’s becoming grown up “little women”. <br><br>Many of the scrapes they get into include Laurie–their harum scarum next door neighbor, who becomes their adopted brother. The two families, the March’s and the Laurence’s strike up a lasting friendship, despite their differences in material possessions. (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> \n |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/little-women-version-4-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p little women classic story march family consists mr mrs march four girls practical yet fashion conscious meg longs nice things used have rambunctious book worm jo wants become writer wishes born boy shy quiet homeloving beth loves play piano play kitties finally youngest artistic amy longs aristocratic nose br br the story takes place american civil war begins mr march away home chaplain union army wife daughters remain home work wait safe return book follows joys sorrows scrapes along path girl s becoming grown little women br br many scrapes get include laurie their harum scarum next door neighbor becomes adopted brother two families march s laurence s strike lasting friendship despite differences material possessions summary mary anderson p |
| 2066 |
2040 |
2357 |
Puck of Pook's Hill |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Puck of Pook's Hill is a children's book by Rudyard Kipling, published in 1906, containing a series of short stories set in different periods of history. The stories are all told to two children living near Pevensey by people magically plucked out of history by Puck. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
10 |
https://librivox.org/puck-of-pooks-hill-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
puck pook s hill children s book rudyard kipling published 1906 containing series short stories set different periods history stories told two children living near pevensey people magically plucked history puck summary wikipedia p |
| 2067 |
2043 |
2361 |
Two Treatises of Civil Government |
John Locke |
Political Science, Early Modern |
<p>The <em>Two Treatises of Civil Government</em> is a work of political philosophy published anonymously in 1689 by John Locke. The <em>First Treatise</em> is an extended attack on Sir Robert Filmer's <em>Patriarcha</em>, which argued for a divinely-ordained, hereditary, absolute monarchy. The more influential <em>Second Treatise</em> outlines a theory of civil society based on natural rights and contract theory. Locke begins by describing the "state of nature," and goes on to explain the hypothetical rise of property and civilization, asserting that the only legitimate governments are those which have the consent of the people.<br /><br />Locke's ideas heavily influenced both the American and French Revolutions. His notions of people's rights and the role of civil government provided strong support for the intellectual movements of both revolutions. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1764 |
https://librivox.org/two-treatises-of-civil-government-by-john-locke/ |
p the em two treatises civil government em work political philosophy published anonymously 1689 john locke em first treatise em extended attack sir robert filmer s em patriarcha em argued divinely ordained hereditary absolute monarchy influential em second treatise em outlines theory civil society based natural rights contract theory locke begins describing state nature goes explain hypothetical rise property civilization asserting legitimate governments consent people br br locke s ideas heavily influenced american french revolutions notions people s rights role civil government provided strong support intellectual movements revolutions summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2068 |
2044 |
2362 |
Essay on the Trial by Jury |
Lysander Spooner |
Essays & Short Works, History , Political Science |
FOR more than six hundred years that is, since Magna Carta, in 1215 there has been no clearer principle of English or American constitutional law, than that, in criminal cases, it is not only the right and duty of juries to judge what are the facts, what is the law, and what was the moral intent of the accused; but that it is also their right, and their primary and paramount duty, to judge of the justice of the law, and to hold all laws invalid, that are, in their opinion, unjust or oppressive, and all persons guiltless in violating, or resisting the execution of, such laws.<br/><br/>So begins Spooner's epic on the jury, its origins and history. Spooner examines the history and powers of a jury, from the magna carta in King John's time, to the practices in the 18th century. A classic work on law, Spooner argues that the decision of the jury is sovereign over the king's law. (Summary by Bethanne)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/essay-on-the-trial-by-jury-by-lysander-spooner/ |
six hundred years is since magna carta 1215 clearer principle english american constitutional law that criminal cases right duty juries judge facts law moral intent accused also right primary paramount duty judge justice law hold laws invalid are opinion unjust oppressive persons guiltless violating resisting execution of laws br br so begins spooner s epic jury origins history spooner examines history powers jury magna carta king john s time practices 18th century classic work law spooner argues decision jury sovereign king s law summary bethanne p |
| 2069 |
2045 |
2363 |
Detailed Minutiae of Soldier Life in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861-1865 |
Carlton McCarthy |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
<p>The author, who fought as a private in the Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War, describes the Confederate soldier’s daily struggles with hunger, illness, fear, and the perils of combat; as well as his pride of service, love of comrades, and courage in the face of overwhelming odds (summary by D. Leeson).</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/detailed-minutiae-of-soldier-life-in-the-army-of-northern-virginia-1861-1865-by-carlton-mccarthy/ |
p the author fought private army northern virginia civil war describes confederate soldier s daily struggles hunger illness fear perils combat well pride service love comrades courage face overwhelming odds summary d leeson p |
| 2070 |
2046 |
2364 |
Work: A Story of Experience |
Louisa May Alcott |
Published 1800 -1900 |
It is one of "several nineteenth-century novels [which] uncovers the changes in women's work in the new industrial era, as well as the dilemmas, tensions, and the meaning of that work" The story depicts the struggles of a young woman trying to support herself. The main character, Christie Devon, works outside the home in a variety of different jobs, but the end of her story marks "the beginning of a new career as a voice and activist for other working women". (Summary by Bonnie Lee)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/work-a-story-of-experience-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
one several nineteenth century novels which uncovers changes women s work new industrial era well dilemmas tensions meaning work story depicts struggles young woman trying support herself main character christie devon works outside home variety different jobs end story marks the beginning new career voice activist working women summary bonnie lee p |
| 2071 |
2047 |
2366 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 007 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science and technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-007/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2072 |
2048 |
2367 |
Reminiscences of Captain Gronow |
Rees Howell Gronow |
*Non-fiction, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
<br />A collection of memoirs about the Peninsular War, the Battle of Waterloo, and society and personalities of Regency London and 19th century Paris, by a sometime Grenadier Guards officer, unsuccessful parliamentarian, and dandy. Gronow displays some social attitudes of the day which would now be regarded as unacceptable, but is a clever raconteur who brings to life both the horrors of war and the gaiety of high society. (Summary by Ruth Golding and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-of-captain-gronow-by-captain-rees-howell-gronow/ |
br a collection memoirs peninsular war battle waterloo society personalities regency london 19th century paris sometime grenadier guards officer unsuccessful parliamentarian dandy gronow displays social attitudes day would regarded unacceptable clever raconteur brings life horrors war gaiety high society summary ruth golding wikipedia br br |
| 2073 |
2049 |
2368 |
You are Old, Father William |
Lewis Carroll |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 different recordings of <em>You are Old, Father William</em> by Lewis Carroll. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 20th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/you-are-old-father-william-by-lewis-carroll/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 different recordings em you old father william em lewis carroll weekly poetry project week july 20th 2008 br br |
| 2074 |
2052 |
2371 |
Through the Looking-Glass (version 3) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (1871) is a work of children's literature by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson), generally categorized as literary nonsense. It is the sequel to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865). Although it makes no reference to the events in the earlier book, the themes and settings of Through the Looking-Glass make it a kind of mirror image of Wonderland: the first book begins outdoors, in the warm month of May, on Alice's birthday (May 4),[1] uses frequent changes in size as a plot device, and draws on the imagery of playing cards; the second opens indoors on a snowy, wintry night exactly six months later, on November 4 (the day before Guy Fawkes Night),[2] uses frequent changes in time and spatial directions as a plot device, and draws on the imagery of chess. In it, there are many mirror themes, including opposites, time running backwards, and so on. (From Wikipedia)</p>Cataloging: David Lawrence |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-by-lewis-carroll-2/ |
p through looking glass alice found 1871 work children s literature lewis carroll charles lutwidge dodgson generally categorized literary nonsense sequel alice s adventures wonderland 1865 although makes reference events earlier book themes settings looking glass make kind mirror image wonderland first book begins outdoors warm month may alice s birthday may 4 1 uses frequent changes size plot device draws imagery playing cards second opens indoors snowy wintry night exactly six months later november 4 the day guy fawkes night 2 uses frequent changes time spatial directions plot device draws imagery chess it many mirror themes including opposites time running backwards on from wikipedia p cataloging david lawrence |
| 2075 |
2053 |
2372 |
Short Poetry Collection 068 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 068: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, chosen and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-068/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 068 collection 20 public domain poems chosen read librivox volunteers p |
| 2076 |
2054 |
2373 |
Pensées |
Blaise Pascal |
Philosophy, Religion |
<p>Pascal's Pensées is widely considered to be a masterpiece, and a landmark in French prose. When commenting on one particular section (Thought #72), Sainte-Beuve praised it as the finest pages in the French language. Will Durant, in his 11-volume, comprehensive The Story of Civilization series, hailed it as "the most eloquent book in French prose." In Pensées, Pascal surveys several philosophical paradoxes: infinity and nothing, faith and reason, soul and matter, death and life, meaning and vanity—seemingly arriving at no definitive conclusions besides humility, ignorance, and grace. Rolling these into one he develops Pascal's Wager. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/pensees_by_blaise_pascal/ |
p pascal s pensées widely considered masterpiece landmark french prose commenting one particular section thought 72 sainte beuve praised finest pages french language durant 11 volume comprehensive story civilization series hailed the eloquent book french prose pensées pascal surveys several philosophical paradoxes infinity nothing faith reason soul matter death life meaning vanity seemingly arriving definitive conclusions besides humility ignorance grace rolling one develops pascal s wager summary wikipedia p |
| 2077 |
2055 |
2374 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 3) |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The book is noted for its colorful description of people and places along the Mississippi River, and its sober and often scathing look at entrenched attitudes, particularly racism. The drifting journey of Huck and his friend Jim, a runaway slave, down the Mississippi River on their raft may be one of the most enduring images of escape and freedom in all of American literature. <br /><br />The book has been popular with young readers since its publication, and taken as a sequel to the comparatively innocuous The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. It has also been the continued object of study by serious literary critics. Although the Southern society it satirized was already a quarter-century in the past by the time of publication, the book immediately became controversial, and has remained so to this day.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-version-3/ |
book noted colorful description people places along mississippi river sober often scathing look entrenched attitudes particularly racism drifting journey huck friend jim runaway slave mississippi river raft may one enduring images escape freedom american literature br br the book popular young readers since publication taken sequel comparatively innocuous adventures tom sawyer also continued object study serious literary critics although southern society satirized already quarter century past time publication book immediately became controversial remained day summary wikipedia p |
| 2078 |
2056 |
2375 |
Fräulein Minna und der Reitknecht |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Minnas neuer Reitknecht Michael kennt weder seine Mutter noch seinen Vater. Sie ist fasziniert von dem Mann, der versucht, das Beste aus seiner Situation zu machen und fühlt sich mehr zu ihm hingezogen, als es ihrem Stand entspricht. Sehr sonderbar ist das Benehmen von Minnas Tante Claudia gegenüber dem Reitknecht. Welches Geheimnis verbirgt sich hinter der Abneigung, die sie Michael gegenüber offensichtlich hegt? (Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/fraulein-minna-und-der-reitknecht-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p minnas neuer reitknecht michael kennt weder seine mutter noch seinen vater sie ist fasziniert von dem mann der versucht das beste aus seiner situation zu machen und fühlt sich mehr zu ihm hingezogen als es ihrem stand entspricht sehr sonderbar ist das benehmen von minnas tante claudia gegenüber dem reitknecht welches geheimnis verbirgt sich hinter der abneigung die sie michael gegenüber offensichtlich hegt summary hokuspokus p |
| 2079 |
2057 |
2376 |
Lives of the Twelve Caesars |
T. Forester |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
<p>The Twelve Caesars is a set of twelve biographies of Julius Caesar and the first 11 emperors of the Roman Empire. The work was written in 121 during the reign of the emperor Hadrian, while Suetonius was Hadrian's personal secretary. On the Life of the Caesars concentrates on the acts and personalities of the Julio-Claudians and their immediate successors. Together with Tacitus' Annals, this work is a major source for the historical details in Robert Graves' novels "I Claudius" and "Claudius the God". (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/twelve-caesars-by-suetonius/ |
p the twelve caesars set twelve biographies julius caesar first 11 emperors roman empire work written 121 reign emperor hadrian suetonius hadrian s personal secretary life caesars concentrates acts personalities julio claudians immediate successors together tacitus annals work major source historical details robert graves novels i claudius claudius god summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 2080 |
2058 |
2377 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 009 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-vol-009/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 2081 |
2059 |
2378 |
Popular Tales from the Norse |
Sir George Webbe Dasent |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The most careless reader can hardly fail to see that many of the Tales in this volume have the same groundwork as those with which he has been familiar from his earliest youth. They are Nursery Tales, in fact, of the days when there were tales in nurseries--old wives' fables, which have faded away before the light of gas and the power of steam. (Excerpt from <em>Popular Tales from the Norse</em>.)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/popular-tales-from-the-norse-by-george-w-dasent-0909/ |
p the careless reader hardly fail see many tales volume groundwork familiar earliest youth nursery tales fact days tales nurseries old wives fables faded away light gas power steam excerpt em popular tales norse em p |
| 2082 |
2060 |
2379 |
Totenstadt |
Robert Kraft |
Fantasy Fiction |
<p>Die Totenstadt erschien 1901 im Rahmen der 10 Hefte umfassenden Serie „Aus dem Reiche der Phantasie“, wobei jedes Heft eine abgeschlossene Geschichte ist. Die Reihe wurde von Robert Kraft in Genre der Jules Verne’schen Schriften gehalten und für die Jugend geschrieben. Sie erschien im Münchmeyer Verlag. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/die-totenstadt-by-robert-kraft/ |
p die totenstadt erschien 1901 im rahmen der 10 hefte umfassenden serie aus dem reiche der phantasie wobei jedes heft eine abgeschlossene geschichte ist die reihe wurde von robert kraft genre der jules verne schen schriften gehalten und für die jugend geschrieben sie erschien im münchmeyer verlag summary wassermann p |
| 2083 |
2061 |
2380 |
It's a Good Old World |
Bruce Barton |
Essays & Short Works |
<br /><p>In this collection of essays, Bruce Barton, considered to be among the most influential advertising men of the 20th century, uses history, religion and current events of the 1920s to teach common sense ideals. From Jesus to Beethoven to Napoleon to Abraham Lincoln, Barton uses stories of great individuals to encourage the reader to make the most of life and at the same time to build strong character traits. (Summary by Stephen Escalera)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/its-a-good-old-world-by-bruce-barton/ |
br p in collection essays bruce barton considered among influential advertising men 20th century uses history religion current events 1920s teach common sense ideals jesus beethoven napoleon abraham lincoln barton uses stories great individuals encourage reader make life time build strong character traits summary stephen escalera p |
| 2084 |
2062 |
2381 |
Aventuroj de Alicio en Mirlando |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
La aventuroj de Alicio en Mirlando (angle Alice's Adventures in Wonderland) estas verko de porinfana literaturo de la brita matematikisto kaj verkisto, pastro Charles Lutwidge Dodgson sub plumnomo Lewis Carroll. Ĝi rakontas la historion de knabino nomata Alice [elis] (en esperantlingvaj tradukoj aŭ Alicio, aŭ Alico) kiu falas tra kuniklotruon en fantazian regnon populitan per parolantaj kreaĵoj kaj antropomorfaj ludkartoj. La fabelo estas plenplena de satiraj alludoj al la amikoj de Dodgson kaj al la lecionojn, kiujn la britaj lernantoj devis parkerigi. La Mirlando priskribita en la fabelo ludas kun logiko en maniero tiom speciala, ke ĝi donis al la rakonto longdaŭran popularecon inter infanoj kaj ankaŭ plenkreskuloj. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Esperanto |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/la-aventuroj-de-alicio-en-mirlando-by-lewis-carroll/ |
la aventuroj de alicio en mirlando angle alice s adventures wonderland estas verko de porinfana literaturo de la brita matematikisto kaj verkisto pastro charles lutwidge dodgson sub plumnomo lewis carroll ĝi rakontas la historion de knabino nomata alice elis en esperantlingvaj tradukoj aŭ alicio aŭ alico kiu falas tra kuniklotruon en fantazian regnon populitan per parolantaj kreaĵoj kaj antropomorfaj ludkartoj la fabelo estas plenplena de satiraj alludoj al la amikoj de dodgson kaj al la lecionojn kiujn la britaj lernantoj devis parkerigi la mirlando priskribita en la fabelo ludas kun logiko en maniero tiom speciala ke ĝi donis al la rakonto longdaŭran popularecon inter infanoj kaj ankaŭ plenkreskuloj summary wikipedia p |
| 2085 |
2063 |
2382 |
Red Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p><i>The Red Fairy Book</i> is the second in a series of twelve books known as <i>Andrew Lang's Fairy Books</i> or <i>Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Books</i>. The series was immensely popular and proved of great influence in children's literature, increasing the popularity of fairy tales over tales of real life. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p i the red fairy book i second series twelve books known i andrew lang s fairy books i i andrew lang s coloured books i series immensely popular proved great influence children s literature increasing popularity fairy tales tales real life summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2086 |
2064 |
2383 |
John James Audubon |
John Burroughs |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Audubon's life naturally divides itself into three periods: his youth, which was on the whole a gay and happy one, and which lasted till the time of his marriage at the age of twenty-eight; his business career which followed, lasting ten or more years, and consisting mainly in getting rid of the fortune his father had left him; and his career as an ornithologist which, though attended with great hardships and privations, brought him much happiness and, long before the end, substantial pecuniary rewards. (Summary from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/john-james-audubon-by-john-burroughs/ |
audubon s life naturally divides three periods youth whole gay happy one lasted till time marriage age twenty eight business career followed lasting ten years consisting mainly getting rid fortune father left him career ornithologist which though attended great hardships privations brought much happiness and long end substantial pecuniary rewards summary preface p |
| 2087 |
2065 |
2384 |
Hurlbut's Story of the Bible Part 7 |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Some years ago, the editor of an English magazine sent a communication to "the hundred greatest men in Great Britain" asking them this question: "If for any reason you were to spend a year absolutely alone, in a prison for instance, and could select from your library three volumes to be taken with you as companions in your period of retirement please to inform us what those three books would be." The inquiry was sent to peers of the realm, prominent leaders in politics, judges, authors, manufacturers, merchants, gentlemen of leisure—men who would represent every aspect of successful life. In the answers it was found that ninety-eight of the hundred men named "The Bible" first on the list of the three books to be chosen. (From Book introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-story-of-the-bible-part-seven/ |
p some years ago editor english magazine sent communication the hundred greatest men great britain asking question if reason spend year absolutely alone prison instance could select library three volumes taken companions period retirement please inform us three books would be inquiry sent peers realm prominent leaders politics judges authors manufacturers merchants gentlemen leisure men would represent every aspect successful life answers found ninety eight hundred men named the bible first list three books chosen from book introduction p |
| 2088 |
2067 |
2386 |
Lorna Doone, a Romance of Exmoor |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Romance |
<p>"If anybody cares to read a simple tale told simply" ... thus opens Lorna Doone, one of the best love stories ever written. The novel has inspired at least ten movies and mini-series. "John (in West Country dialect this is pronounced Jan) Ridd is the son of a respectable farmer who was murdered in cold blood by a member of the notorious Doone clan, a once-noble family now living in the isolated Doone Valley. Battling his desire for revenge, John also grows into a respectable farmer and continues to take good care of his mother and two sisters. He falls hopelessly in love with Lorna, a girl he meets quite by accident, who turns out to be not only the granddaughter of Sir Ensor Doone (lord of the Doones), but destined to marry (against her will) the impetuous, menacing, and now jealous heir of the Doone Valley, Carver Doone. Carver will let nothing get in the way of his marriage to Lorna, which he plans to force upon her once Sir Ensor dies and he comes into his inheritance". Summary from Wikipedia, adapted by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/lorna-doone-a-romance-of-exmoor-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
p if anybody cares read simple tale told simply thus opens lorna doone one best love stories ever written novel inspired least ten movies mini series john in west country dialect pronounced jan ridd son respectable farmer murdered cold blood member notorious doone clan once noble family living isolated doone valley battling desire revenge john also grows respectable farmer continues take good care mother two sisters falls hopelessly love lorna girl meets quite accident turns granddaughter sir ensor doone lord doones destined marry against will impetuous menacing jealous heir doone valley carver doone carver let nothing get way marriage lorna plans force upon sir ensor dies comes inheritance summary wikipedia adapted stav nisser p |
| 2089 |
2068 |
2387 |
Short Poetry Collection 069 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox's Short Poetry Collection 069: a collection of 20 public-domain poems, chosen and read by Librivox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-poetry-collection-069/ |
p librivox s short poetry collection 069 collection 20 public domain poems chosen read librivox volunteers p |
| 2090 |
2069 |
2388 |
Perfect Strain |
Isabella Crawford |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>A Perfect Strain</em> by Isabella Valancy Crawford, published in "The Collected Poems of Isabella Valancy Crawford" in 1905. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of July 27th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-perfect-strain-by-isabella-valancy-crawford/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em a perfect strain em isabella valancy crawford published the collected poems isabella valancy crawford 1905 weekly poetry project week july 27th 2008 br br |
| 2091 |
2070 |
2389 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 033 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 033: a collection of 10 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-033/ |
p librivox s short story collection 033 collection 10 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2092 |
2071 |
2391 |
Space Tug |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Joe Kenmore heard the airlock close with a sickening wheeze and then a clank. In desperation he turned toward Haney. "My God, we've been locked out!"<br /><br />Through the transparent domes of their space helmets, Joe could see a look of horror and disbelief pass across Haney's face. But it was true! Joe and his crew were locked out of the Space Platform.<br /><br />Four thousand miles below circled the Earth. Under Joe's feet rested the solid steel hull of his home in outer space. But without tools there was no hope of getting back inside. Joe looked at his oxygen meter. It registered thirty minutes to live. (Summary from Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/space-tug-by-murray-leinster/ |
joe kenmore heard airlock close sickening wheeze clank desperation turned toward haney my god we ve locked out br br through transparent domes space helmets joe could see look horror disbelief pass across haney s face true joe crew locked space platform br br four thousand miles circled earth joe s feet rested solid steel hull home outer space without tools hope getting back inside joe looked oxygen meter registered thirty minutes live summary gutenberg text p |
| 2093 |
2072 |
2392 |
Large Catechism |
Martin Luther |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Luther's Large Catechism consisted of works written by Martin Luther and compiled Christian canonical texts, published in April of 1529. This book was addressed particularly to clergymen to aid them in teaching their congregations. Luther's Large Catechism is divided into five parts: The Ten Commandments, The Apostles' Creed, The Lord's Prayer, Holy Baptism, and The Sacrament of the Altar. It and related documents was published in The Book of Concord in 1580. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1529 |
https://librivox.org/the-large-catechism-by-martin-luther/ |
p luther s large catechism consisted works written martin luther compiled christian canonical texts published april 1529 book addressed particularly clergymen aid teaching congregations luther s large catechism divided five parts ten commandments apostles creed lord s prayer holy baptism sacrament altar related documents published book concord 1580 from wikipedia p |
| 2094 |
2073 |
2393 |
Adventures of Sally |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This romantic comedy stars a young American girl named Sally, who inherits a considerable fortune and finds her life turned upside down. The typically Wodehouseian cast includes Sally's ambitious brother, an assortment of theater people, a pair of English cousins, and, of course, an Uncle. It's jolly good fun! (Summary by Kara and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sally-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p this romantic comedy stars young american girl named sally inherits considerable fortune finds life turned upside down typically wodehouseian cast includes sally s ambitious brother assortment theater people pair english cousins and course uncle jolly good fun summary kara wikipedia p |
| 2095 |
2074 |
2394 |
מדינת היהודים (The Jewish State) |
Theodor Herzl |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
<p><br />Der Judenstaat (German, The Jewish State) is a book written by Theodor Herzl and published in 1896 in Leipzig and Vienna by M. Breitenstein's Verlags-Buchhandlung. It was originally called "Address to the Rothschilds" referring to the Rothschild family banking dynasty which was very influential in the realization of a Zionist state in Palestine. It is considered to be one of the most important texts of early Zionism. As expressed in this book, Herzl envisioned the founding of a future independent Jewish state during the twentieth century. He argued that the best way of avoiding anti-Semitism in Europe was to create this independent Jewish state. Herzl, who had lived as a secular, largely assimilated Jew, was fluent in neither Hebrew nor Yiddish. His lack of contact with Jewish culture and intellectual currents, and his limited contact with Jews less assimilated than he prior to hitting upon the idea of a Jewish return to Zion, led him to imagine that popular Jewish support for a Jewish State elsewhere than in Israel was conceivable. In Der Judenstaat, Herzl noted the possibility of a Jewish state in Argentina. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br />Translated into Hebrew by Michal Berkovitch.</p> |
Hebrew |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-jewish-state-by-theodor-binyamin-zeev-herzl/ |
p br der judenstaat german jewish state book written theodor herzl published 1896 leipzig vienna m breitenstein s verlags buchhandlung originally called address rothschilds referring rothschild family banking dynasty influential realization zionist state palestine considered one important texts early zionism expressed book herzl envisioned founding future independent jewish state twentieth century argued best way avoiding anti semitism europe create independent jewish state herzl lived secular largely assimilated jew fluent neither hebrew yiddish lack contact jewish culture intellectual currents limited contact jews less assimilated prior hitting upon idea jewish return zion led imagine popular jewish support jewish state elsewhere israel conceivable der judenstaat herzl noted possibility jewish state argentina summary wikipedia br translated hebrew michal berkovitch p |
| 2096 |
2076 |
2396 |
Boys Life of Mark Twain |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Biography & Autobiography |
Albert Bigelow Paine was Samuel Langhorne Clemens' (Mark Twain's) biographer. He lived with Twain, collecting ideas and material for a biography, for a few years before Twain's death in 1910. Six years later Paine published this "story of a man who made the world laugh and love him".<BR><BR>\nFor those who have read or listened to Mark Twain's works, Paine's work is an invaluable resource to better understand Twain, the stories behind his stories and his life with those he loved and with whom he worked. (Summary by John Greenman)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-boys-life-of-mark-twain/ |
albert bigelow paine samuel langhorne clemens mark twain s biographer lived twain collecting ideas material biography years twain s death 1910 six years later paine published story man made world laugh love him br br read listened mark twain s works paine s work invaluable resource better understand twain stories behind stories life loved worked summary john greenman p |
| 2097 |
2077 |
2397 |
Green Mansions: A Romance of the Tropical Forest |
William Henry Hudson |
Romance |
<br /><p>"Green Mansions: A Romance of the Tropical Forest" is a narration of his life story by Abel, a Venezuelan, to a comrade. Once a wealthy young man, he meddled in politics to the extent of provoking a revolution... which failed.<br/><br/>Escaping into the tropical forests of Guyana Abel takes up gold hunting, then journal-writing, and fails at both. Now with no aim for his life, he drifts until he takes up residence with a remote Indian tribe. Soon he learns of a wood the Indians avoid, as it is inhabited by a dangerous Daughter of the Didi, who, they say, slew one of them with magic. The fellow was in fact hit with a poisoned dart by accident, but his dying belief that she had caught the dart and hurled it at him survived him.<br/><br/>Intrigued, Abel visits the wood repeatedly, and eventually encounters Rima. She indeed is something magical. She seems to have a pact with nature: animals don't molest her, she speaks in a melodious birdsong (as well as Spanish), and she even makes her garments of spider silk. When Abel is bitten by a venomous snake that acts protective of her, she and her "grandfather" Nuflo nurse Abel back to health.<br/><br/>Both Abel and Rima are wonderments to each other, someone unlike any other person they have ever encountered. They fall in love, a love that is stymied by Rima's inability to understand the feelings Abel creates in her. On a long trek to discover Rima's origins, they find that her unique people no longer exist, but they finally confront the magnetism that is drawing them together. Finally they find joy, and make plans... until Rima is murdered by the Indians.<br/><br>And then it is time for vengeance! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/green-mansions-a-romance-of-the-tropical-forest-by-w-h-hudson/ |
br p green mansions romance tropical forest narration life story abel venezuelan comrade wealthy young man meddled politics extent provoking revolution failed br br escaping tropical forests guyana abel takes gold hunting journal writing fails both aim life drifts takes residence remote indian tribe soon learns wood indians avoid inhabited dangerous daughter didi who say slew one magic fellow fact hit poisoned dart accident dying belief caught dart hurled survived him br br intrigued abel visits wood repeatedly eventually encounters rima indeed something magical seems pact nature animals molest her speaks melodious birdsong as well spanish even makes garments spider silk abel bitten venomous snake acts protective her grandfather nuflo nurse abel back health br br both abel rima wonderments other someone unlike person ever encountered fall love love stymied rima s inability understand feelings abel creates her long trek discover rima s origins find unique people longer exist finally confront magnetism drawing together finally find joy make plans rima murdered indians br br and time vengeance summary mark f smith p |
| 2098 |
2078 |
2398 |
Khaki Kook Book |
Mary Kennedy Core |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
We cannot ignore the fact that we must eat, and that much as we dislike to acknowledge it, we are compelled to think a great deal about filling our stomachs. This is especially true these days, when prices have soared and soared and taken along with them, far out of the reach of many of us, certain articles of food which we heretofore have always felt were quite necessary to us.<br /><br />About ten years ago the idea of writing a little cook book had its birth. We were in Almora that summer. Almora is a station far up in the Himalayas, a clean little bazaar nestles at the foot of enclosing mountains. Dotting the deodar-covered slopes of these mountains are the picturesque bungalows of the European residents, while towering above and over all are the glistening peaks of the eternal snows.<br /><br />The people of India since Vedic times have eaten curry and always will. (Excerpt from text)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-khaki-kook-book-by-mary-kennedy-core/ |
cannot ignore fact must eat much dislike acknowledge it compelled think great deal filling stomachs especially true days prices soared soared taken along them far reach many us certain articles food heretofore always felt quite necessary us br br about ten years ago idea writing little cook book birth almora summer almora station far himalayas clean little bazaar nestles foot enclosing mountains dotting deodar covered slopes mountains picturesque bungalows european residents towering glistening peaks eternal snows br br the people india since vedic times eaten curry always will excerpt text p |
| 2099 |
2079 |
2399 |
Waldteufel |
Robert Kraft |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Der Waldteufel erschien 1898 im Rahmen der 5 Hefte umfassenden Serie „Aus allen Welttheilen“, wobei jedes Heft eine abgeschlossene Geschichte ist. Robert Kraft schrieb hier in Ich-Form aus dem Leben eines fiktiven deutsch-amerikanischen Reporters, des Grafen Leo von Hagen. Die Kurz-Serie erschien im Münchmeyer Verlag. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/der-waldteufel-by-robert-kraft/ |
der waldteufel erschien 1898 im rahmen der 5 hefte umfassenden serie aus allen welttheilen wobei jedes heft eine abgeschlossene geschichte ist robert kraft schrieb hier ich form aus dem leben eines fiktiven deutsch amerikanischen reporters des grafen leo von hagen die kurz serie erschien im münchmeyer verlag summary wassermann p |
| 2100 |
2080 |
2400 |
Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki |
United States Army Corps of Engineers |
*Non-fiction, History , Science |
<p>This is the official report, published nearly 11 months after the first and only atomic bombings in history (to date), of a group of military physicians and engineers who accompanied the initial contingent of U.S. soldiers into the destroyed cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The report presents a clinical description of the devastation, loss of life and continued suffering of the survivors that resulted from the world's first and only atomic bombings, to date. The appendix is an eyewitness account, contrasting vividly with the dispassionate sang-froid of the report itself, written by a German Jesuit priest who survived the blast at Hiroshima, and whose order assisted in rescue efforts following the catastrophic attack. This recording was completed on the 63rd anniversary of the events. (Summary by Dennis Sayers).</p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/the-atomic-bombings-of-hiroshima-and-nagasaki-by-us-army-corps-of-engineers/ |
p this official report published nearly 11 months first atomic bombings history to date group military physicians engineers accompanied initial contingent u s soldiers destroyed cities hiroshima nagasaki report presents clinical description devastation loss life continued suffering survivors resulted world s first atomic bombings date appendix eyewitness account contrasting vividly dispassionate sang froid report itself written german jesuit priest survived blast hiroshima whose order assisted rescue efforts following catastrophic attack recording completed 63rd anniversary events summary dennis sayers p |
| 2101 |
2081 |
2401 |
Herodotus' Histories Vol 2 |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histories tell the story of the war between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the 5th century BC. Herodotus traveled extensively around the ancient world, conducting interviews and collecting stories for his book. The rise of the Persian Empire is chronicled, and the causes for the conflict with Greece. Herodotus treats the conflict as an ideological one, frequently contrasting the absolute power of the Persian king with the democratic government of the Greeks. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/herodotus-histories-vol-2/ |
p the histories herodotus halicarnassus considered first work history western literature written 440 bc histories tell story war persian empire greek city states 5th century bc herodotus traveled extensively around ancient world conducting interviews collecting stories book rise persian empire chronicled causes conflict greece herodotus treats conflict ideological one frequently contrasting absolute power persian king democratic government greeks summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2102 |
2082 |
2402 |
Animal Ghosts |
Elliott O'Donnell |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>This is a collection of ghost stories in which the antagonists are various animals. Divided up into chapters of ghost sightings by each group of animals, you will hear of hauntings by dogs, cats, birds, jungle animals, etc. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/animal-ghosts-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
p this collection ghost stories antagonists various animals divided chapters ghost sightings group animals hear hauntings dogs cats birds jungle animals etc summary allyson hester p |
| 2103 |
2083 |
2403 |
Colonel Greatheart |
H. C. Bailey |
Historical Fiction |
This is a story of the English Civil War where a witching woman conquerors hearts and marks.</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/colonel-greatheart-by-h-c-bailey/ |
story english civil war witching woman conquerors hearts marks p |
| 2104 |
2084 |
2404 |
Persian Self-Taught (in Roman Characters) with English Phonetic Pronunciation |
Shaykh Hasan |
Language learning |
“This volume is primarily intended to supply a working and practical knowledge of the Persian language, for the benefit of those who have not the time or the inclination to master the grammar, and yet require to use the spoken tongue for purposes of business or pleasure. With this object in view it supplies many vocabularies of words carefully selected to suit the needs of those holding communication with Persia and the Persians, classified according to subject, and a large number of colloquial phrases and sentences of a practical character, similarly classified… This work thus forms a useful and valuable handbook of Persian for tourists and travellers, commercial men, naval and military officers, students and others. We may add that the Persian language is very sweet, and compared with other languages it is easy to master. It has a complete literature of its own. It is not spoken in Persia alone, but in Afghanistan and many parts of India, and is the official language of some of the courts of that country. It is also used in Turkish Arabia (Baghdad), and by educated people in Russian Turkestan.” (Summary from the Preface, by Shaykh Hasan)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/persian-self-taught-by-shaykh-hasan/ |
this volume primarily intended supply working practical knowledge persian language benefit time inclination master grammar yet require use spoken tongue purposes business pleasure object view supplies many vocabularies words carefully selected suit needs holding communication persia persians classified according subject large number colloquial phrases sentences practical character similarly classified work thus forms useful valuable handbook persian tourists travellers commercial men naval military officers students others may add persian language sweet compared languages easy master complete literature own spoken persia alone afghanistan many parts india official language courts country also used turkish arabia baghdad educated people russian turkestan summary preface shaykh hasan p |
| 2105 |
2085 |
2405 |
Ball and the Cross |
G. K. Chesterton |
Fantastic Fiction, Religious Fiction |
<P>The Ball and the Cross is G. K. Chesterton's third novel. In the introduction Martin Gardner notes that it is a "mixture of fantasy, farce and theology." Gardner continues: "Evan MacIan is a tall, dark-haired, blue-eyed Scottish Highlander and a devout Roman Catholic.... James Turnbull is a short, red-haired, gray-eyed Scottish Lowlander and a devout but naive atheist.... The two meet when MacIan smashes the window of the street office where Turnbull publishes an atheist journal. This act of rage occurs when MacIan sees posted on the shop's window a sheet that blasphemes the Virgin Mary, presumably implying she was an adulteress who gave birth to an illegitimate Jesus. When MacIan challenges Turnbull to a duel to the death, Turnbull is overjoyed. For twenty years no one had paid the slightest attention to his Bible bashing. Now at last someone is taking him seriously! Most of the rest of the story is a series of comic events in which the two enemies wander about seeking a spot for their duel." MacIan and Turnbull become friends as they protect each other from interference from the modern world, which has trivialized their views over life's most important question (the existence of God) and outlawed their honorable duel. The irony is heightened when they both fall in love with ladies who happen to hold to their opponent's deepest convictions. Professor Lucifer and a Bulgarian monk also play important roles in this perennially relevant story. (Summary by Matthew Heckel)</P> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-ball-and-the-cross-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p the ball cross g k chesterton s third novel introduction martin gardner notes mixture fantasy farce theology gardner continues evan macian tall dark haired blue eyed scottish highlander devout roman catholic james turnbull short red haired gray eyed scottish lowlander devout naive atheist two meet macian smashes window street office turnbull publishes atheist journal act rage occurs macian sees posted shop s window sheet blasphemes virgin mary presumably implying adulteress gave birth illegitimate jesus macian challenges turnbull duel death turnbull overjoyed twenty years one paid slightest attention bible bashing last someone taking seriously rest story series comic events two enemies wander seeking spot duel macian turnbull become friends protect interference modern world trivialized views life s important question the existence god outlawed honorable duel irony heightened fall love ladies happen hold opponent s deepest convictions professor lucifer bulgarian monk also play important roles perennially relevant story summary matthew heckel p |
| 2106 |
2086 |
2406 |
At the Earth's Core |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>This is the first book in the Pellucidar series. Pellucidar is a fictional Hollow Earth milieu invented by Edgar Rice Burroughs for a series of action adventure stories. The stories initially involve the adventures of mining heir David Innes and his inventor friend Abner Perry after they use an "iron mole" to burrow 500 miles into the earth's crust. (adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-earths-core-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p this first book pellucidar series pellucidar fictional hollow earth milieu invented edgar rice burroughs series action adventure stories stories initially involve adventures mining heir david innes inventor friend abner perry use iron mole burrow 500 miles earth s crust adapted wikipedia p |
| 2107 |
2087 |
2407 |
Bible (YLT) 18: Job |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a "Revised Edition" of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-job-ylt |
young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition summary wikipedia p |
| 2108 |
2088 |
2408 |
Evening |
Archibald Lampman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 different recordings of <em>Evening</em> by Archibald Lampman. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 3rd, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/evening-by-archibald-lampman/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 different recordings em evening em archibald lampman weekly poetry project week august 3rd 2008 br br |
| 2109 |
2089 |
2409 |
Appetite of Tyranny |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“Unless we are all mad, there is at the back of the most bewildering business a story: and if we are all mad, there is no such thing as madness. If I set a house on fire, it is quite true that I may illuminate many other people's weaknesses as well as my own. It may be that the master of the house was burned because he was drunk; it may be that the mistress of the house was burned because she was stingy, and perished arguing about the expense of the fire-escape. It is, nevertheless, broadly true that they both were burned because I set fire to their house. That is the story of the thing. The mere facts of the story about the present European conflagration are quite as easy to tell." (Summary by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/appetite-of-tyranny-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p unless mad back bewildering business story mad thing madness set house fire quite true may illuminate many people s weaknesses well own may master house burned drunk may mistress house burned stingy perished arguing expense fire escape is nevertheless broadly true burned set fire house story thing mere facts story present european conflagration quite easy tell summary gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2110 |
2097 |
2418 |
Story of Mankind |
Hendrik van Loon |
Reference, History |
<p>Relates the story of western civilization from earliest times through the beginning of the twentieth century, with special emphasis on the people and events that changed the course of history. Portrays in vivid prose the achievements of mankind in the areas of art and discovery, as well as the political forces leading to the modern nation-states. Richly illustrated with drawings by the author. Winner of the first Newbery Award in 1922, The Story of Mankind has introduced generations of children to the pageant of world history. (Summary from mainlesson.com)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-mankind-by-hendrik-van-loon/ |
p relates story western civilization earliest times beginning twentieth century special emphasis people events changed course history portrays vivid prose achievements mankind areas art discovery well political forces leading modern nation states richly illustrated drawings author winner first newbery award 1922 story mankind introduced generations children pageant world history summary mainlesson com p |
| 2111 |
2090 |
2410 |
Invisible Links |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Short Stories |
Selma Lagerlöf was born in Vaermland, Sweden, in 1858 and enjoyed a long and very successful career as a writer, receiving the Nobel-Price in Literature in 1909. She died in Vaermland in 1940. Invisible Links (Osynliga länkar) is a collection of short stories with an underlying theme about the links that influence and guide people’s actions and lives. It was first published in 1894 and the English translation in 1895. The stories are often set in Lagerloef’s Vaermland, but they also depict legends and history of Sweden, and some have connections to other works by Lagerloef. Invisible Links is a good introduction to the writings of Selma Lagerloef. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/invisible-links-by-selma-lagerlof/ |
selma lagerlöf born vaermland sweden 1858 enjoyed long successful career writer receiving nobel price literature 1909 died vaermland 1940 invisible links osynliga länkar collection short stories underlying theme links influence guide people s actions lives first published 1894 english translation 1895 stories often set lagerloef s vaermland also depict legends history sweden connections works lagerloef invisible links good introduction writings selma lagerloef summary lars rolander p |
| 2112 |
2091 |
2411 |
Nouveaux contes de fées pour les petits enfants |
Sophie, Comtesse de Ségur |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>La Comtesse de Ségur nous livre ici quelques récits qui avaient tant amusés ses petites-filles. </p><p>L'on y découvre des enfants bien curieux, bien courageux, bien vertueux, avec leurs bonnes et mauvaises fées. <br/>Elles les feront passer par des épreuves bien difficiles... </p><p>Here are a few tales that entertained the countess of Ségur's grand-daughters. <p>We meet with very inquisitive, very brave, very kind children, with their good and bad fairies.<br/> They will have them go through great ordeals... <br/> (Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/nouveaux-contes-de-fees-pour-les-petits-enfants-by-sophie-comtesse-de-segur/ |
p la comtesse de ségur nous livre ici quelques récits qui avaient tant amusés ses petites filles p p l on découvre des enfants bien curieux bien courageux bien vertueux avec leurs bonnes et mauvaises fées br elles les feront passer par des épreuves bien difficiles p p here tales entertained countess ségur s grand daughters p we meet inquisitive brave kind children good bad fairies br go great ordeals br summary ezwa p |
| 2113 |
2092 |
2413 |
Regrets sur ma vieille robe de chambre |
Denis Diderot |
Published before 1800 |
<p><em>Regrets sur ma vieille robe de chambre</em> fut écrit suite à une offre de Marie-Thérèse Rodet Geoffrin d'une nouvelle robe de chambre qui fit regretter à l'auteur l'ancienne. <br/>(Résumé par Enko)</p> |
French |
1772 |
https://librivox.org/regrets-sur-ma-vieille-robe-de-chambre-by-denis-diderot/ |
p em regrets sur vieille robe de chambre em fut écrit suite à une offre de marie thérèse rodet geoffrin d une nouvelle robe de chambre qui fit regretter à l auteur l ancienne br résumé par enko p |
| 2114 |
2093 |
2414 |
Miss Mapp |
E. F. Benson |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<p>E. F. Benson's Mapp and Lucia series, consists of six novels and three short stories. The novels are: Queen Lucia, Lucia in London, Miss Mapp (including the short story The Male Impersonator), Mapp and Lucia, Lucia's Progress (published as The Worshipful Lucia in the U.S.) and Trouble for Lucia.\n\n<br/><br/>The novels feature humorous incidents in the lives of (mainly) upper-middle-class British people in the 1920s and 1930s, vying for social prestige and "one-upmanship" in an atmosphere of extreme cultural snobbery. Most of these works are set in the fictional village of "Tilling", which is based on the village of Rye, Sussex, England. "Mallards", the house with the garden room inhabited by Miss Mapp, and later by Lucia, is based on Lamb House, Benson's own home in Rye. Earlier, the house was the Sussex home of writer Henry James. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/miss-mapp-by-e-f-benson/ |
p e f benson s mapp lucia series consists six novels three short stories novels are queen lucia lucia london miss mapp including short story male impersonator mapp lucia lucia s progress published worshipful lucia u s trouble lucia br br the novels feature humorous incidents lives mainly upper middle class british people 1920s 1930s vying social prestige one upmanship atmosphere extreme cultural snobbery works set fictional village tilling based village rye sussex england mallards house garden room inhabited miss mapp later lucia based lamb house benson s home rye earlier house sussex home writer henry james summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 2115 |
2094 |
2415 |
Peter Schlemihls wundersame Geschichte |
Adelbert von Chamisso |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>\nPeter Schlemihl lernt den reichen Kaufmann Thomas John kennen, in dessen Garten er einem eigenartigen grauen Herrn begegnet. Dieser überredet ihn dazu, seinen Schatten für ein Säckel voller Gold zu verkaufen, der wie ein Füllhorn nie versiegt. Sobald die Menschen aber bemerken, dass er keinen Schatten hat, fürchten sie sich und meiden ihn. Als er sich in die schöne Mina wird sein Geheimnis von einem seiner Diener verraten. Nur wenn er seinen Schatten zurück bekommt, erklärt ihm Minas Vater, darf er die Tochter heiraten. Da erscheint der graue Mann wieder und seine wahre Natur offenbart sich: Er ist der Teufel. Dieser ist nur bereit, den Schatten zurückzugeben, wenn Schlemihl ihm dafür seine Seele überlässt.\n<br></br>\n\nAdelbert von Chamisso war Botaniker, Forschungsreisender, Direktor des Herbariums am Botanischen Garten Berlin und Dichter. Obwohl Französisch seine Muttersprache war, gelang es ihm, in der deutschen Fremdsprache unsterbliche Werke zu schaffen. Mit dem Adelbert-von-Chamisso-Preis werden seit 1985 in Deutschland Autorinnen und Autoren nichtdeutscher Muttersprache ausgezeichnet. (Summary by Wikipedia und Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/peter-schlemihls-wundersame-geschichte-by-adelbert-von-chamisso/ |
p peter schlemihl lernt den reichen kaufmann thomas john kennen dessen garten er einem eigenartigen grauen herrn begegnet dieser überredet ihn dazu seinen schatten für ein säckel voller gold zu verkaufen der wie ein füllhorn nie versiegt sobald die menschen aber bemerken dass er keinen schatten hat fürchten sie sich und meiden ihn als er sich die schöne mina wird sein geheimnis von einem seiner diener verraten nur wenn er seinen schatten zurück bekommt erklärt ihm minas vater darf er die tochter heiraten da erscheint der graue mann wieder und seine wahre natur offenbart sich er ist der teufel dieser ist nur bereit den schatten zurückzugeben wenn schlemihl ihm dafür seine seele überlässt br br adelbert von chamisso war botaniker forschungsreisender direktor des herbariums botanischen garten berlin und dichter obwohl französisch seine muttersprache war gelang es ihm der deutschen fremdsprache unsterbliche werke zu schaffen mit dem adelbert von chamisso preis werden seit 1985 deutschland autorinnen und autoren nichtdeutscher muttersprache ausgezeichnet summary wikipedia und hokuspokus p |
| 2116 |
2095 |
2416 |
Peeps at Many Lands: Ancient Egypt |
James Baikie |
General, History , Travel & Geography |
Written primarily for children, James Baikie's 'peep' at ancient Egypt is a really well done, historical account of the ways of that fascinating land so many years ago. It has stood well the test of time, being both well researched and well written. It's a fun book for everyone, and families especially will enjoy listening together.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/peeps-at-many-lands-ancient-egypt-by-james-baikie/ |
written primarily children james baikie s peep ancient egypt really well done historical account ways fascinating land many years ago stood well test time well researched well written fun book everyone families especially enjoy listening together p |
| 2117 |
2096 |
2417 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 001 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children's Short Works Collection 001: a collection of 10 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-001/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 001 collection 10 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 2118 |
2113 |
2434 |
Short Poetry Collection 070 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of poems for the month of August 2008</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-poetry-collection-070/ |
p this collection poems month august 2008 p |
| 2119 |
2098 |
2419 |
Masters of Space |
Edward Everett Evans |
Science Fiction |
The Masters had ruled all space with an unconquerable iron fist. But the Masters were gone. And this new, \nyoung race who came now to take their place--could they hope to defeat the ancient Enemy of All? (Summary by Gutenberg)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/masters-of-space-by-edward-elmer-smith-and-edward-everett-evans/ |
masters ruled space unconquerable iron fist masters gone new young race came take place could hope defeat ancient enemy all summary gutenberg p |
| 2120 |
2099 |
2420 |
Mystery of the Yellow Room |
Gaston Leroux |
Detective Fiction |
<p>This crime novel was possibly the first to involve a 'locked room mystery', in which an attempted murder takes place, but with no obvious way for the perpetrator to have escaped. The author, Gaston Leroux, is better known as the author of <i>The Phantom of the Opera</i>: prepare to feel the hairs standing up on the back of your neck... <br/>(Summary by Stuart Bell)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-the-yellow-room-by-gaston-leroux/ |
p this crime novel possibly first involve locked room mystery attempted murder takes place obvious way perpetrator escaped author gaston leroux better known author i the phantom opera i prepare feel hairs standing back neck br summary stuart bell p |
| 2121 |
2100 |
2421 |
When the King Came: Stories from the Four Gospels |
George Hodges |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>THIS tells how once the King of Glory came from heaven to visit us here on earth and live amongst us; how He was born in Bethlehem and brought up in Nazareth; how He went about telling people of the Heavenly Kingdom, and doing good, ministering to the sick and the poor; how He was misunderstood, and disliked, and even hated, till at last they took Him in Jerusalem and nailed Him to a cross so that He died; and how, after that, He came to life again, and went back into heaven, promising to return. (Summary from the Preface of <i>When the King Came</i>)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/when-the-king-came-by-george-hodges/ |
p this tells king glory came heaven visit us earth live amongst us born bethlehem brought nazareth went telling people heavenly kingdom good ministering sick poor misunderstood disliked even hated till last took jerusalem nailed cross died how that came life again went back heaven promising return summary preface i when king came i p |
| 2122 |
2101 |
2422 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 05 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 5 begins with the rise of the “Red Earl” and addresses the relations between Scotland and Ireland during the time of Robert the Bruce and his immediate successors.. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-vol5-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 5 begins rise red earl addresses relations scotland ireland time robert bruce immediate successors summary sibella denton p |
| 2123 |
2102 |
2423 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 010 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches, news items and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, philosophy, nature and religion. Included in this collection are </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-volume-010/ |
p a collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches news items reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics philosophy nature religion included collection p |
| 2124 |
2103 |
2424 |
Mystery of a Hansom Cab |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
<p>“The following report appeared in the Argus newspaper of Saturday, the 28th July, 18-- \r\n\r\n“Truth is said to be stranger than fiction, and certainly the extraordinary murder which took place in Melbourne on Thursday night, or rather Friday morning, goes a long way towards verifying this saying. A crime has been committed by an unknown assassin, within a short distance of the principal streets of this great city, and is surrounded by an inpenetrable mystery. … \r\n\r\n“On the twenty-seventh day of July, at the hour of twenty minutes to two o'clock in the morning, a hansom cab drove up to the police station in Grey Street, St. Kilda, and the driver made the startling statement that his cab contained the body of a man who he had reason to believe had been murdered….” (Excerpt from the first chapter.)</p>\r\n |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-a-hansom-cab-by-fergus-hume/ |
p the following report appeared argus newspaper saturday 28th july 18 truth said stranger fiction certainly extraordinary murder took place melbourne thursday night rather friday morning goes long way towards verifying saying crime committed unknown assassin within short distance principal streets great city surrounded inpenetrable mystery on twenty seventh day july hour twenty minutes two o clock morning hansom cab drove police station grey street st kilda driver made startling statement cab contained body man reason believe murdered excerpt first chapter p |
| 2125 |
2104 |
2425 |
Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
<p>“These papers were originally published as prefaces to the separate books of Dickens in one of the most extensive of those cheap libraries of the classics which are one of the real improvements of recent times. Thus they were harmless, being diluted by, or rather drowned in Dickens. My scrap of theory was a mere dry biscuit to be taken with the grand tawny port of great English comedy; and by most people it was not taken at all--like the biscuit.</p><p>Nevertheless the essays were not in intention so aimless as they appear in fact. I had a general notion of what needed saying about Dickens to the new generation, though probably I did not say it. I will make another attempt to do so in this prologue, and, possibly fail again." (Summary by G. K. Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/appreciations-and-criticisms-of-dickens-by-chesterton/ |
p these papers originally published prefaces separate books dickens one extensive cheap libraries classics one real improvements recent times thus harmless diluted by rather drowned dickens scrap theory mere dry biscuit taken grand tawny port great english comedy people taken all like biscuit p p nevertheless essays intention aimless appear fact general notion needed saying dickens new generation though probably say it make another attempt prologue and possibly fail again summary g k chesterton p |
| 2126 |
2105 |
2426 |
Silberne Axt |
Ernst Constantin |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Die silberne Axt ist ein kleines Fantasy Märchen à la Tolkien. Die Bundesgenosse vom Helden Franz, ein verstoßener Fürst, ein Zwerg und ein sprechender Adler bekämpfen den bösen Zauberer Sufar. Natürlich spielt auch die silberne Axt, eine magische Waffe, eine wichtige Rolle. In einer „Nebenrolle“ darf natürlich auch ein magischer Ring nicht fehlen. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/die-silberne-axt-von-ernst-constantin/ |
die silberne axt ist ein kleines fantasy märchen à la tolkien die bundesgenosse vom helden franz ein verstoßener fürst ein zwerg und ein sprechender adler bekämpfen den bösen zauberer sufar natürlich spielt auch die silberne axt eine magische waffe eine wichtige rolle einer nebenrolle darf natürlich auch ein magischer ring nicht fehlen summary wassermann p |
| 2127 |
2106 |
2427 |
Great Apostasy: Considered in the Light of Scriptural and Secular History |
James E. Talmage |
Christianity - Commentary |
<P>Elder James E. Talmage, an apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, makes a survey of the Latter-day Saint view of the Great Apostasy. The book's subtitle states that it is a study "considered in the light of scriptural and secular history," and includes a discussion of the establishment of Christ's church in the meridian of time, the predictions and causes of its apostasy, or falling away, and the restoration of Christ's church in the Latter-days by a modern prophet. (Summary by Matthias Whitney)</P> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-apostasy-by-james-e-talmage/ |
p elder james e talmage apostle church jesus christ latter day saints makes survey latter day saint view great apostasy book s subtitle states study considered light scriptural secular history includes discussion establishment christ s church meridian time predictions causes apostasy falling away restoration christ s church latter days modern prophet summary matthias whitney p |
| 2128 |
2107 |
2428 |
Verzamelde korte Nederlandstalige Werken 001 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Dit is een verzameling van kort Nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard - fictie en non-fictie. Uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van Librivox.</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/verzamelde-korte-nederlandstalige-werken-001/ |
dit een verzameling van kort nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard fictie en non fictie uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van librivox p |
| 2129 |
2108 |
2429 |
Phaedrus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p><i>“For there is no light of justice or temperance, or any of the higher ideas which are precious to souls, in the earthly copies of them: they are seen through a glass, dimly…”</i><br /><br />Socrates and his earnest friend Phaedrus, enjoying the Athenian equivalent of a lunchtime stroll in the park, exchange views on love and on the power of words, spoken and written.<br /><br />Phaedrus is the most enchanting of Plato’s Erotic dialogues (capitalised in honour of the god). The barefoot philosopher urges an eager young acquaintance – who has allowed his lover’s oratorical skills to impress him overmuch – to re-examine the text of Lysias’s speech in the light of his own exalted (and Platonic) vision of Love. <br /><br />Not long ago this early example of literary dismantling was itself deconstructed by a contemporary sage - Jacques Derrida. <br /><br />The present reader tries to present Socrates as he conceivably was: the chortling, pot-bellied ex-soldier, a flirtatious yet charismatic talker with a serious passion for Truth. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/phaedrus-by-plato/ |
p i for light justice temperance higher ideas precious souls earthly copies them seen glass dimly i br br socrates earnest friend phaedrus enjoying athenian equivalent lunchtime stroll park exchange views love power words spoken written br br phaedrus enchanting plato s erotic dialogues capitalised honour god barefoot philosopher urges eager young acquaintance allowed lover s oratorical skills impress overmuch re examine text lysias s speech light exalted and platonic vision love br br not long ago early example literary dismantling deconstructed contemporary sage jacques derrida br br the present reader tries present socrates conceivably was chortling pot bellied ex soldier flirtatious yet charismatic talker serious passion truth introduction martin geeson p |
| 2130 |
2109 |
2430 |
Ilias |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<pIlias von Homer (vermutlich gegen Ende des 8. Jahrhunderts v. Chr.).<br/><br/>\n\nEin herrliches Epos, welches viele Erkenntnisse über die menschliche Natur beinhaltet. Gilt als das älteste erhaltene Werk der abendländischen Literatur. Voß übersetzte das den Streit zwischen Agamemnon und Achilleus im Trojanischen Krieg erzählende Werk 1793 aus dem Altgriechischen ins Deutsche. (Zusammenfassung von redaer) </p> |
German |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/ilias-by-homer/ |
pilias von homer vermutlich gegen ende des 8 jahrhunderts v chr br br ein herrliches epos welches viele erkenntnisse über die menschliche natur beinhaltet gilt als das älteste erhaltene werk der abendländischen literatur voß übersetzte das den streit zwischen agamemnon und achilleus im trojanischen krieg erzählende werk 1793 aus dem altgriechischen ins deutsche zusammenfassung von redaer p |
| 2131 |
2110 |
2431 |
Wahlverwandtschaften |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction |
<p>Der Roman ist ein typischer Vertreter der Weimarer Klassik. Goethe greift ein gesellschaftliches Thema auf und verbindet es mit einem naturwissenschaftlichen Gleichnis. Die gesellschaftlichen Zwänge von Sitte und Norm werden den individuellen Empfindungen und Neigungen gegenübergestellt.<br>Eduard, ein reicher Baron, lebt mit seiner Gattin Charlotte zurückgezogen in einem Schloss. In zweiter Ehe haben die beiden Liebenden von einst endlich zueinander gefunden. Diese Idylle wird gestört, als Eduard seinen Freund, den Hauptmann, auf das Anwesen einlädt. So lässt auch Charlotte ihre Nichte Ottilie herbeiholen, damit diese ihr Gesellschaft leistet. Bald schon fühlt sich Eduard zu Ottilie und Charlotte zum Hauptmann hingezogen. <br>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/die-wahlverwandtschaften-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p der roman ist ein typischer vertreter der weimarer klassik goethe greift ein gesellschaftliches thema auf und verbindet es mit einem naturwissenschaftlichen gleichnis die gesellschaftlichen zwänge von sitte und norm werden den individuellen empfindungen und neigungen gegenübergestellt br eduard ein reicher baron lebt mit seiner gattin charlotte zurückgezogen einem schloss zweiter ehe haben die beiden liebenden von einst endlich zueinander gefunden diese idylle wird gestört als eduard seinen freund den hauptmann auf das anwesen einlädt lässt auch charlotte ihre nichte ottilie herbeiholen damit diese ihr gesellschaft leistet bald schon fühlt sich eduard zu ottilie und charlotte zum hauptmann hingezogen br summary wikipedia p |
| 2132 |
2111 |
2432 |
Voyage au centre de la terre |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Ayant découvert un manuscrit runique ancien, un savant, son neveu et leur guide entreprennent un voyage vers le centre de la Terre en y entrant par un volcan islandais éteint. \n(de Wikipedia) \n\nA Journey to the Centre of the Earth, also translated as A Journey to the Interior of the Earth, is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story involves a professor who leads his nephew and hired guide down a volcano in Iceland to the "centre of the Earth". \n(from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/voyage-au-centre-de-la-terre-by-jules-verne-1210/ |
ayant découvert un manuscrit runique ancien un savant son neveu et leur guide entreprennent un voyage vers le centre de la terre en entrant par un volcan islandais éteint de wikipedia journey centre earth also translated journey interior earth classic 1864 science fiction novel jules verne story involves professor leads nephew hired guide volcano iceland centre earth from wikipedia p |
| 2133 |
2112 |
2433 |
Moving Picture Girls |
Laura Lee Hope |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Ruth and Alice DeVere and their father Hosmer struggle to make ends meet in New York City - times are hard, even for a talented actor like Mr. DeVere. Just as he successfully auditions for a new play, an old voice affliction renders him terribly hoarse and he loses the role. Despite voice rest and medical treatment, Mr. DeVere's voice fails to improve, and it is impossible to find theatre work.<br /><br />A friend and neighbour in their apartment building suggests that Mr. DeVere tries acting in the moving pictures (which being silent, would not need him to speak at all) but Mr. DeVere considers that business to be common and cheap. However, when they receive an eviction notice, and local shops refuse to extend credit, Mr. DeVere may have no choice ... and where he goes, his daughters will follow.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-moving-picture-girls-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
p ruth alice devere father hosmer struggle make ends meet new york city times hard even talented actor like mr devere successfully auditions new play old voice affliction renders terribly hoarse loses role despite voice rest medical treatment mr devere s voice fails improve impossible find theatre work br br a friend neighbour apartment building suggests mr devere tries acting moving pictures which silent would need speak all mr devere considers business common cheap however receive eviction notice local shops refuse extend credit mr devere may choice goes daughters follow br br summary cori samuel p |
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2114 |
2435 |
Land that Time Forgot |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>The Land That Time Forgot is a science fiction novel, the first of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Caspak trilogy. His working title for the story was "The Lost U-Boat." Starting out as a harrowing wartime sea adventure, the story ultimately develops into that of a fantastical lost world. (Adapted from Wikipedia.)</p>\n<p>Link to <a href="http://librivox.org/the-people-that-time-forgot-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/"><em>The People that Time Forgot</em></a> (Caspak series #2)<br />\nLink to <a href="http://librivox.org/out-of-times-abyss-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/"><em>Out of Time’s Abyss</em></a> (Caspak series #3)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-land-that-time-forgot-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p the land time forgot science fiction novel first edgar rice burroughs caspak trilogy working title story the lost u boat starting harrowing wartime sea adventure story ultimately develops fantastical lost world adapted wikipedia p p link a href http librivox org the people that time forgot by edgar rice burroughs em the people time forgot em a caspak series 2 br link a href http librivox org out of times abyss by edgar rice burroughs em out time s abyss em a caspak series 3 p |
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2115 |
2436 |
Conquest of Bread |
Peter Kropotkin |
Political Science |
<p>In this work, Kropotkin points out what he considers to be the fallacies of the economic systems of feudalism and capitalism, and how he believes they create poverty and scarcity while promoting privilege. He goes on to propose a more decentralised economic system based on mutual aid and voluntary cooperation, asserting that the tendencies for this kind of organisation already exist, both in evolution and in human society. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-conquest-of-bread-by-peter-kropotkin/ |
p in work kropotkin points considers fallacies economic systems feudalism capitalism believes create poverty scarcity promoting privilege goes propose decentralised economic system based mutual aid voluntary cooperation asserting tendencies kind organisation already exist evolution human society summary wikipedia p |
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2116 |
2437 |
Proposal |
Anton Chekhov |
Satire |
<br />The Proposal is a one act comic farce by Anton Chekhov. In Chekhov's Russia, marriage was a means of economic stability for most people. They married to gain wealth and possessions. In this play, the concept of marriage is being satirized to show the real purpose of marriage - materialistic gain rather than true love. (Summary with reference to Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>Cast:</strong><br />Stepan Stepanovich Chubukov - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3387">John Eddings</a><br />Natalya Stepanovna - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />Ivan Vassilevitch Lomov - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2986">Simon Larois</a><br />Stage directions - read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br /><br>Audio edited by Ruth Golding<br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-proposal-by-anton-chekhov/ |
br the proposal one act comic farce anton chekhov chekhov s russia marriage means economic stability people married gain wealth possessions play concept marriage satirized show real purpose marriage materialistic gain rather true love summary reference wikipedia br br strong cast strong br stepan stepanovich chubukov read a href http librivox org reader 3387 john eddings a br natalya stepanovna read a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br ivan vassilevitch lomov read a href http librivox org reader 2986 simon larois a br stage directions read a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br br audio edited ruth golding br br |
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2117 |
2438 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 1 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
Antiquity, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>François Pierre Guillaume Guizot was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His "Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narrative, here presented in an easily readable English translation. (Summary from Wikipedia with additions by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/pop-hist-of-france1-by-guizot/ |
p françois pierre guillaume guizot french historian orator statesman guizot dominant figure french politics prior revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 popular history france attractive engrossing narrative presented easily readable english translation summary wikipedia additions karen merline p |
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2118 |
2439 |
Gifthöhlen |
Ernst Constantin |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Die Gifthöhlen ist ein ungewöhnliches Märchen und wohl eher für Erwachsene geeignet. Zwei Kaufleute, ein Christ und ein Jude, fahren wegen ihrer ewigen Zänkerei in die Unterwelt ein, wo sie nun Giftgetier füttern müssen. Flucht? Nur denkbar, wenn sie zusammenhalten würden. (Summary by Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/die-gifthoehlen-by-ernst-constantin/ |
p die gifthöhlen ist ein ungewöhnliches märchen und wohl eher für erwachsene geeignet zwei kaufleute ein christ und ein jude fahren wegen ihrer ewigen zänkerei die unterwelt ein wo sie nun giftgetier füttern müssen flucht nur denkbar wenn sie zusammenhalten würden summary wassermann p |
| 2139 |
2119 |
2440 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 3) (Dramatic Reading) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Action & Adventure |
The timeless story of the Wizard Of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she leaves Kansas for Oz on a cyclone. She meets many strange, and wonderful people and creatures along the way. Enjoy it again with your children and family. (Summary by J. Hall) <br /> <br /> Characters: <ul> <li>Aunt Em: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2895">jenny</a></li> <li>Dorothy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1401">Sibella</a></li> <li>The Scarecrow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Kaffen</a></li> <li>The Tin Woodman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">DSayers</a></li> <li>The Cowardly Lion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2588">padraigo </a> </li> <li>The Witch of the North: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2895">jenny</a></li> <li>Munchkin 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2748">Annoying Twit</a></li> <li>Munchkin 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">aradlaw</a></li> <li>Munchkin 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2301">Iowajones</a></li> <li>The Wizard of Oz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/94">earthcalling</a></li> <li>Guardian of the Gates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a></li> <li>Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3513">Symmie</a></li> <li>The Wicked Witch of the West: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">RuthieG</a></li> <li>The Queen of the Field Mice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1545">Hayflake</a></li> <li>Several Mice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3513">Symmie</a></li> <li>Stork: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2895">jenny</a></li> <li>Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3077">jeremiahbritt</a></li> <li>Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2592">echobase77</a></li> <li> Green girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2966">niamh</a></li> <li>Person of the Court: <a >joyseternal</a></li><li>Leader of the Wolves: <a >henry</a></li><li>King Crow: <a >henry</a></li><li>Person of the Emerald City: <a >staticstasy</a></li><li>China Princess: <a >Iowajones</a></li><li>Clown: <a >victoria_8674</a></li><li>Tiger: <a >henry</a></li><li>Strange Man: <a >MHAIJH85</a></li><li>Farmer's Wife: <a >staticstasy</a></li><li>Young Girl: <a >niamh</a></li><li>Glinda the Good Witch: <a >sadclown</a></li><li>Monkey King: <a >henry</a></li><li>Boq the Munchkin: <a >chris123</a></li><li>Big Mouse: <a >Symmie</a></li><li>Milkmaid: <a >ReadsALott</a></li></ul> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
timeless story wizard oz follow dorothy leaves kansas oz cyclone meets many strange wonderful people creatures along way enjoy children family summary j hall br br characters ul li aunt em a href http librivox org reader 2895 jenny a li li dorothy a href http librivox org reader 1401 sibella a li li the scarecrow a href http librivox org reader 204 kaffen a li li the tin woodman a href http librivox org reader 26 dsayers a li li the cowardly lion a href http librivox org reader 2588 padraigo a li li the witch north a href http librivox org reader 2895 jenny a li li munchkin 1 a href http librivox org reader 2748 annoying twit a li li munchkin 2 a href http librivox org reader 2911 aradlaw a li li munchkin 3 a href http librivox org reader 2301 iowajones a li li the wizard oz a href http librivox org reader 94 earthcalling a li li guardian gates a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a li li soldier a href http librivox org reader 3513 symmie a li li the wicked witch west a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruthieg a li li the queen field mice a href http librivox org reader 1545 hayflake a li li several mice a href http librivox org reader 3513 symmie a li li stork a href http librivox org reader 2895 jenny a li li man a href http librivox org reader 3077 jeremiahbritt a li li woman a href http librivox org reader 2592 echobase77 a li li green girl a href http librivox org reader 2966 niamh a li li person court a joyseternal a li li leader wolves a henry a li li king crow a henry a li li person emerald city a staticstasy a li li china princess a iowajones a li li clown a victoria_8674 a li li tiger a henry a li li strange man a mhaijh85 a li li farmer s wife a staticstasy a li li young girl a niamh a li li glinda good witch a sadclown a li li monkey king a henry a li li boq munchkin a chris123 a li li big mouse a symmie a li li milkmaid a readsalott a li ul |
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2120 |
2442 |
Robinson Crusoe's Story |
Charles Edward Carryl |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 different recordings of <em>Robinson Crusoe's Story</em> by Charles Edward Carryl, published in "Modern American Poetry" in 1919.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoes-story-by-charles-edward-carryl/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 different recordings em robinson crusoe s story em charles edward carryl published modern american poetry 1919 br br |
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2121 |
2443 |
Summa Theologica - 01 Pars Prima, Initial Questions |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<p>The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners as a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasonings for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)</p>\n\nThis is part one of six parts of the Pars Prima, consisting of the Initial Questions.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-prima-pars-questions-1-26-by-thomas-aquinas/ |
p the summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasonings almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia p part one six parts pars prima consisting initial questions p |
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2122 |
2444 |
Heaven |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>Heaven</em> by Rupert Brooke. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 16th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/heaven-by-rupert-brooke/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em heaven em rupert brooke weekly poetry project week august 16th 2008 br br |
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2123 |
2445 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 03. March 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the March Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The So-Called Jeannette Relics, by Professor William H. Dall</li>\n<li>Nansen's Polar Expedition, by General A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>The Submarine Cables of the World, by Gustave Herrle</li>\n<li>Peter Cooper and Submarine Telegraphy</li>\n<li>The Russo-American Telegraph Project of 1864-67, by Professor William H. Dall</li>\n<li>Survey and Subdivision of Indian Territory, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>Free Burghs in the United States, by James H. Blodgett</li></ul>\nalong with a few miscellanea notes.<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-03-march-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly march number br includes following articles br ul li the so called jeannette relics professor william h dall li li nansen s polar expedition general a w greely li li the submarine cables world gustave herrle li li peter cooper submarine telegraphy li li the russo american telegraph project 1864 67 professor william h dall li li survey subdivision indian territory henry gannett li li free burghs united states james h blodgett li ul along miscellanea notes br |
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2446 |
Grand Babylon Hotel |
Arnold Bennett |
Detective Fiction |
Theodore Racksole, a rich American multi-millionaire, buys the Grand Babylon Hotel, a luxurous hotel in London, as a whim - and then finds out there are strange things going on - a German prince is supposed to arrive but never turns up, someone is found murdered in the hotel, but then the body disappears. With the help of his independent daughter Nella and another German prince, Racksole sets out to solve the mystery.<BR><BR>\nBennett wrote this as a 15-part serial, for a lark, in 15 days, and sold it for 100 pounds. It first appeared in The Golden Penny in 1902, which described it as "the most original, amusing, and thrilling serial written in a decade". (Summary by Anna Simon)<BR><BR>NB the wikipedia page for this book (see link on the left) contains some plot spoilers!</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-grand-babylon-hotel-by-arnold-bennett/ |
theodore racksole rich american multi millionaire buys grand babylon hotel luxurous hotel london whim finds strange things going german prince supposed arrive never turns up someone found murdered hotel body disappears help independent daughter nella another german prince racksole sets solve mystery br br bennett wrote 15 part serial lark 15 days sold 100 pounds first appeared golden penny 1902 described the original amusing thrilling serial written decade summary anna simon br br nb wikipedia page book see link left contains plot spoilers p |
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2125 |
2447 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 02 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the second of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. (based on Wikipedia article)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-02/ |
p this collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes second sixteen volumes translated burton based wikipedia article p |
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2126 |
2448 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 010 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English (or in specific regional accents in English). (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-vol-010/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english or specific regional accents english summary david barnes p |
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2127 |
2449 |
Story of Ab |
Stanley Waterloo |
Historical Fiction |
<p>This is the story of Ab, a man of the Age of Stone, who lived so long ago that we cannot closely fix the date, and who loved and fought well. (Summary from the introduction)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-ab-by-stanley-waterloo/ |
p this story ab man age stone lived long ago cannot closely fix date loved fought well summary introduction p |
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2156 |
2480 |
Erec and Enide |
Chrétien de Troyes |
Romance, Published before 1800 |
<p> A medieval romance in which Erec goes through many trials until he is sure of Enide’s loyalty and true love (Summary by M. J. Boyle)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/eric-and-enide-by-chretien-de-troyes-trans-by-w-w-comfort/ |
p medieval romance erec goes many trials sure enide s loyalty true love summary m j boyle p |
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2128 |
2450 |
Barnaby Rudge |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction |
<p>A wayside tavern where the local men drink and gossip; an unsolved, twenty year old murder at a nearby mansion; a very talkative black raven; a London locksmith and his family; a man apparently returned from the dead; a hangman who enjoys his job way too much; an anti-Catholic lord; a large and violent mob; and the British Militia—what do all these things have in common? All have, in some way, touched or been touched by the loveable, young, simple-minded “idiot,” Barnaby Rudge.<br/><br/>\n\nBarnaby’s good nature makes him a joy to most who know him. Unfortunately, his eagerness to please and his gullibility make him an easy prey for the unscrupulous. Can he emerge unscathed when once he gets tangled up with the wrong crowd?<br/><br/>\n\nOnce again, Dickens has managed to temper the horrific with his characteristic wit and humor, as he tells this tale based on the "no-popery" or Gordon riots of 1780.<br/><br/>\n\n(Note: If the bird in this story seems familiar, it may be because he was the inspiration for Edgar Allen Poe’s poem, “The Raven.”) (Summary by Debra Lynn)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/barnaby-rudge-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a wayside tavern local men drink gossip unsolved twenty year old murder nearby mansion talkative black raven london locksmith family man apparently returned dead hangman enjoys job way much anti catholic lord large violent mob british militia what things common have way touched touched loveable young simple minded idiot barnaby rudge br br barnaby s good nature makes joy know him unfortunately eagerness please gullibility make easy prey unscrupulous emerge unscathed gets tangled wrong crowd br br again dickens managed temper horrific characteristic wit humor tells tale based no popery gordon riots 1780 br br note bird story seems familiar may inspiration edgar allen poe s poem the raven summary debra lynn p |
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2452 |
Study in Scarlet |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p><i>A Study in Scarlet,</i> a short novel published in 1887, was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's first Sherlock Holmes story. At the beginning of the book, Dr. Watson meets the detective for the first time and we ride along with them to the scene of a murder. The crime baffles the Scotland Yard detectives, but of course Holmes solves it easily. In the second half of the story, the scene shifts to Utah as we learn the murderer's history. The action returns to London in the last two chapters. In his first adventure, Holmes demonstrates many of the traits for which he later became well known: meticulous study of a crime scene, brilliant deductive reasoning, aptitude for chemistry and music, and the somewhat annoying habit of withholding crucial facts from Watson (and consequently the reader) until the conclusion of the case. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p i a study scarlet i short novel published 1887 sir arthur conan doyle s first sherlock holmes story beginning book dr watson meets detective first time ride along scene murder crime baffles scotland yard detectives course holmes solves easily second half story scene shifts utah learn murderer s history action returns london last two chapters first adventure holmes demonstrates many traits later became well known meticulous study crime scene brilliant deductive reasoning aptitude chemistry music somewhat annoying habit withholding crucial facts watson and consequently reader conclusion case summary laurie anne walden p |
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2130 |
2453 |
Fräulein oder Frau? |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Die schöne Natalie Graybrooke liebt ihre Vetter Launcelot Linzie, doch ihr Vater, Sir Joseph Graybrooke, will sie mit seinem Geschäftsfreund Richard Turlington verheiraten. Weder ahnt er etwas von dessen dunkler Vergangenheit, noch weiß er, dass für Turlington die Hochzeit mit Natalie die einzige Möglichkeit ist, den Ruin seiner Firma abzuwenden. Da Natalie noch keine sechzehn Jahre alt ist, gibt es für die beiden Liebenden nur einen Ausweg, sie heiraten heimlich und müssen die Ehe bis zu Natalies sechzehntem Geburtstag geheim halten. Inzwischen macht Sir Joseph sein Testament und bestimmt den Mann, den er für seinen zukünftigen Schwiegersohn hält, zu seinem alleinigen Testamentsvollstrecker und Vermögensverwalter. Doch dann erfährt Turlington von der heimlichen Heirat. Alle seine Pläne sind gescheitert und er sieht seine letzte Rettung in Sir Josephs Testament.\n(Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/fraulein-oder-frau-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p die schöne natalie graybrooke liebt ihre vetter launcelot linzie doch ihr vater sir joseph graybrooke sie mit seinem geschäftsfreund richard turlington verheiraten weder ahnt er etwas von dessen dunkler vergangenheit noch weiß er dass für turlington die hochzeit mit natalie die einzige möglichkeit ist den ruin seiner firma abzuwenden da natalie noch keine sechzehn jahre alt ist gibt es für die beiden liebenden nur einen ausweg sie heiraten heimlich und müssen die ehe bis zu natalies sechzehntem geburtstag geheim halten inzwischen macht sir joseph sein testament und bestimmt den mann den er für seinen zukünftigen schwiegersohn hält zu seinem alleinigen testamentsvollstrecker und vermögensverwalter doch dann erfährt turlington von der heimlichen heirat alle seine pläne sind gescheitert und er sieht seine letzte rettung sir josephs testament summary hokuspokus p |
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2131 |
2454 |
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Version 2) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />After hearing Mr. Enfield's account of a distressing event involving Edward Hyde, the heir of his friend, Henry Jekyll, John Utterson is convinced that Jekyll's relationship with Hyde is built on something sinister. Utterson's concern for his friend is not unfounded but the reasons aren't quite what he, at first, believes. (Summary by Kristin Hughes)<br /><br /> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson-2 |
br after hearing mr enfield s account distressing event involving edward hyde heir friend henry jekyll john utterson convinced jekyll s relationship hyde built something sinister utterson s concern friend unfounded reasons quite he first believes summary kristin hughes br br |
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2132 |
2455 |
Tom Swift and His War Tank |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Tom Swift, that prolific youthful inventor, is engaged in trying to help the Allies win WWI. After reading newspaper accounts of the British tanks, Tom takes a sheet of paper and sets out to design a better one from scratch. And fortunately, he can throw the whole family business behind his venture.<br /><br />He has two problems: First, his friends and acquaintances are questioning his patriotism because he hasn't enlisted as a rifleman for the front lines. Even his girl is worried his blood isn't true-blue. But that's because he is developing his tank in secret, and they don't know he's concentrating on winning the war the American way, with machines.<br /><br />The second problem is that the German spies have penetrated the secret of what is being built in the high-security shop on the Swift property. And they will stop at nothing to steal its design - not kidnapping Tom, and not kidnapping the tank itself, complete with crew.<br /><br />Tom and his buddies had better work fast, or the American riflemen are going to find the Kaiser's soldiers using American-designed tanks against them! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-war-tank-by-victor-appleton/ |
p tom swift prolific youthful inventor engaged trying help allies win wwi reading newspaper accounts british tanks tom takes sheet paper sets design better one scratch fortunately throw whole family business behind venture br br he two problems first friends acquaintances questioning patriotism enlisted rifleman front lines even girl worried blood true blue that s developing tank secret know he s concentrating winning war american way machines br br the second problem german spies penetrated secret built high security shop swift property stop nothing steal design kidnapping tom kidnapping tank itself complete crew br br tom buddies better work fast american riflemen going find kaiser s soldiers using american designed tanks them summary mark f smith p |
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2133 |
2456 |
Florentine Tragedy and La Sainte Courtisane |
Robert Baldwin Ross |
Tragedy |
Two short fragments: an unfinished and a lost play. A Florentine Tragedy, left in a taxi (not a handbag), is Wilde’s most successful attempt at tragedy – intense and domestic, with surprising depth of characterisation. It was adapted into an opera by the Austrian composer Alexander Zemlinsky in 1917. La Sainte Courtisane, or The Woman Covered in Jewels explores one of Wilde’s great idées fixes: the paradox of religious hedonism, pagan piety. Both plays, Wildean to their core, revel in the profound sadness that is the fruit of the conflict between fidelity and forbidden love. Written towards the end of his tragic life, these fragments give us a glimpse of a genius at his best: visceral, passionate, personal, poetic. (Summary by Simon Larois)<BR><BR>\n\nA Florentine Tragedy - cast:<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br>GUIDO BARDI, A Florentine prince: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br>SIMONE, a merchant: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2986">Simon Larois</a><br>BIANNA, his wife: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>\n<BR>\nLa Sainte Courtisane - cast:<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>First man: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br>Myrrhina: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2297">Philippa</a><br>Second man: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3332">L.French</a><br>Honorius: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3098">woggy298</a><br>\n<BR>\nEdited by <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2607">Ruth Golding</a></p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-florentine-tragedy-and-la-sainte-courtisane-by-oscar-wilde/ |
two short fragments unfinished lost play florentine tragedy left taxi not handbag wilde s successful attempt tragedy intense domestic surprising depth characterisation adapted opera austrian composer alexander zemlinsky 1917 la sainte courtisane woman covered jewels explores one wilde s great idées fixes paradox religious hedonism pagan piety plays wildean core revel profound sadness fruit conflict fidelity forbidden love written towards end tragic life fragments give us glimpse genius best visceral passionate personal poetic summary simon larois br br florentine tragedy cast br narrator a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br guido bardi florentine prince a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br simone merchant a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2986 simon larois a br bianna wife a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2607 ruth golding a br br la sainte courtisane cast br narrator a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2607 ruth golding a br first man a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br myrrhina a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2297 philippa a br second man a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3332 l french a br honorius a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3098 woggy298 a br br edited a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2607 ruth golding a p |
| 2155 |
2134 |
2457 |
Emma (version 4) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
<br /><em>Emma</em>, by Jane Austen, is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance. As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian-Regency England; she also creates a lively comedy of manners.<br /><br />Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like." In the very first sentence she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich." Emma, however, is also spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own matchmaking abilities; she is blind to the dangers of meddling in other people's lives, and her imagination often leads her astray. (Summary by Wikipedia and Kara)<br /><br /> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/emma-version-4-by-jane-austen/ |
br em emma em jane austen novel youthful hubris perils misconstrued romance novels austen explores concerns difficulties genteel women living georgian regency england also creates lively comedy manners br br before began novel austen wrote i going take heroine one much like first sentence introduces title character emma woodhouse handsome clever rich emma however also spoiled headstrong self satisfied greatly overestimates matchmaking abilities blind dangers meddling people s lives imagination often leads astray summary wikipedia kara br br |
| 2156 |
2135 |
2458 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 034 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 034: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-034/ |
librivox s short story collection 034 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2157 |
2136 |
2459 |
Claus Störtebeker |
Georg Engel |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Claus Beckera, besser bekannt als Claus Störtebeker, war schon zu Lebzeiten eine Legende: Gemeinsam mit Heino Wichmann und Gödeke Michael kämpfte er im 14. Jahrhundert als Vitalienbruder für die Gerechtigkeit und versuchte die Adligen zu stürzen und den Armen helfend unter die Arme zu greifen. Georg Engel erzählt den Werdegang Störtebekers von seiner Kindheit bis zum seiner Hinrichtung im Jahre 1402 in Hamburg.</p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/claus-stoertebeker-by-georg-engel/ |
p claus beckera besser bekannt als claus störtebeker war schon zu lebzeiten eine legende gemeinsam mit heino wichmann und gödeke michael kämpfte er im 14 jahrhundert als vitalienbruder für die gerechtigkeit und versuchte die adligen zu stürzen und den armen helfend unter die arme zu greifen georg engel erzählt den werdegang störtebekers von seiner kindheit bis zum seiner hinrichtung im jahre 1402 hamburg p |
| 2158 |
2137 |
2460 |
Eusebius History of the Christian Church |
Eusebius of Caesarea |
*Non-fiction, History , Religion |
<p>Eusebius presents the history of the Church from the apostles to his own time, with special regard to the following points:\n<br>1. the successions of bishops in the principal sees\n<br>2. the history of Christian teachers\n<br>3. the history of heresies\n<br>4. the history of the Jews\n<br>5. the relations to the heathen\n<br>6. the martyrdoms. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/eusebius-history-of-the-christian-church-tr-by-mcgiffert/ |
p eusebius presents history church apostles time special regard following points br 1 successions bishops principal sees br 2 history christian teachers br 3 history heresies br 4 history jews br 5 relations heathen br 6 martyrdoms summary adapted wikipedia p |
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2138 |
2461 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 12 - The Father of British Canada; A Chronicle of Carleton |
William Wood |
Early Modern |
Carleton’s first eight years as governor of Canada were almost entirely occupied with civil administration. The next four were equally occupied with war.This is the account of how Carleton and his multiracial army fought off the American invasion of Quebec. It is the first time French and British troops worked together to defend Canada. Summary by Esther.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-father-of-british-canada-a-chronicle-of-carleton/ |
carleton s first eight years governor canada almost entirely occupied civil administration next four equally occupied war this account carleton multiracial army fought american invasion quebec first time french british troops worked together defend canada summary esther p |
| 2160 |
2139 |
2462 |
Puisi dari Indonesia |
Various |
Poetry |
Puisi dari Indonesia is a collection of poems, in several languages, from Indonesia. Among these poems are ancient literature and contemporary verse. (Summary by Varra Unreal)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/puisi-dari-indonesia/ |
puisi dari indonesia collection poems several languages indonesia among poems ancient literature contemporary verse summary varra unreal p |
| 2161 |
2140 |
2463 |
Shirley |
Charlotte Brontë |
General Fiction |
Shirley is an 1849 social novel by the English novelist Charlotte Brontë. It was Brontë's second published novel after Jane Eyre (originally published under Brontë's pseudonym Currer Bell). The novel is set in Yorkshire in the period 1811–1812, during the industrial depression resulting from the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812. The novel is set against a backdrop of the Luddite uprisings in the Yorkshire textile industry.\n(Summary by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/shirley-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
shirley 1849 social novel english novelist charlotte brontë brontë s second published novel jane eyre originally published brontë s pseudonym currer bell novel set yorkshire period 1811 1812 industrial depression resulting napoleonic wars war 1812 novel set backdrop luddite uprisings yorkshire textile industry summary wikipedia p |
| 2162 |
2141 |
2464 |
People that Time Forgot |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>The People that Time Forgot is a science fiction novel, the second of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Caspak trilogy. The first novel ended with the hero writing a manuscript of his adventures and casting it out to sea in his thermos bottle. The second novel begins with the finding of the manuscript and the organization of a rescue expedition. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-people-that-time-forgot-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p the people time forgot science fiction novel second edgar rice burroughs caspak trilogy first novel ended hero writing manuscript adventures casting sea thermos bottle second novel begins finding manuscript organization rescue expedition adapted wikipedia p |
| 2163 |
2142 |
2465 |
War and Peace, Book 09: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
<p>War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-09-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 2164 |
2143 |
2466 |
Love's Wantonness |
Thomas Lodge |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 different recordings of <em>Love's Wantonness</em> by Thomas Lodge, published in <em>Tudor and Stuart Love Songs</em> in 1902. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of August 24th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/loves-wantonness-by-thomas-lodge/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 different recordings em love s wantonness em thomas lodge published em tudor stuart love songs em 1902 weekly poetry project week august 24th 2008 br br |
| 2165 |
2144 |
2467 |
Vice in its Proper Shape |
Anonymous |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Or, The Wonderful and Melancholy Transformation of Several Naughty Masters and Misses Into Those Contemptible Animals Which They Most Resemble In Disposition,</p><p>Cautionary tales of the transmigration of the souls of naughty boys and girls, as elucidated by the mysterious Bramin, Mr Wiseman: "Having been gifted with the faculty of distinguishing those animals which are now animated by the souls of such human beings as formerly degraded themselves to a level with the unthinking brutes, I have taken the pains to provide a collection of beasts, birds, &c. most of which are inhabited by the souls of some naughty masters or misses, who died in the neighbourhood." (David Barnes, quoting the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/vice-in-its-proper-shape-by-anonymous/ |
or wonderful melancholy transformation several naughty masters misses contemptible animals resemble disposition p p cautionary tales transmigration souls naughty boys girls elucidated mysterious bramin mr wiseman having gifted faculty distinguishing animals animated souls human beings formerly degraded level unthinking brutes taken pains provide collection beasts birds c inhabited souls naughty masters misses died neighbourhood david barnes quoting introduction p |
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2145 |
2468 |
Santa Claus's Partner |
Thomas Nelson Page |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Livingstone has reached a pinnacle in his life. He is finally worth 7 figures, yet his bottom line requires that he cut back on charities this year at Christmas time. Business is business, after all. But success makes him surly and his accomplishment soon feels anti-climatic. Regrets plague him. Can he rediscover the joy of life with the help of Santa Claus’s Partner? (Summary by Carolyn Frances)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/santa-clauss-helper-by-thomas-nelson-page/ |
livingstone reached pinnacle life finally worth 7 figures yet bottom line requires cut back charities year christmas time business business all success makes surly accomplishment soon feels anti climatic regrets plague him rediscover joy life help santa claus s partner summary carolyn frances p |
| 2167 |
2146 |
2469 |
1601: Conversation, as it was by the Social Fireside, in the Time of the Tudors |
Mark Twain |
Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<br /><strong>Please note: this recording contains strong language.</strong><br /><br />\n\n"1601," wrote Mark Twain, "is a supposititious conversation which takes place in Queen Elizabeth's closet in that year, between the Queen, Ben Jonson, Beaumont, Sir Walter Raleigh, the Duchess of Bilgewater, and one or two others ... If there is a decent word findable in it, it is because I overlooked it." 1601 depicts a highfalutin and earthy discussion between the Queen and her court about farting and a variety of sexual peccadillos, narrated disapprovingly and sanctimoniously by the Queen's Cup-Bearer, an eyewitness at "the Social Fireside." [Summary by Denny Sayers]\n\n<p><strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nIntroduction — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nNarrator — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1685">Jonathan Horniblow</a><br />\nThe Queen — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/584">miette</a><br />\nBeaumonte — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nLady Margery Boothy — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br />\nLady Alice Dilberry, Ben Jonson, Lord Bacon — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nLady Helen — <a >Philippa</a><br />\nSir Walter Ralegh — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nShaxpur — <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a>\n<br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/1601-by-mark-twain/ |
br strong please note recording contains strong language strong br br 1601 wrote mark twain is supposititious conversation takes place queen elizabeth s closet year queen ben jonson beaumont sir walter raleigh duchess bilgewater one two others decent word findable it overlooked it 1601 depicts highfalutin earthy discussion queen court farting variety sexual peccadillos narrated disapprovingly sanctimoniously queen s cup bearer eyewitness the social fireside summary denny sayers p strong cast strong br introduction a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1685 jonathan horniblow a br queen a href http librivox org reader 584 miette a br beaumonte a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br lady margery boothy a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br lady alice dilberry ben jonson lord bacon a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br lady helen a philippa a br sir walter ralegh a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br shaxpur a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br |
| 2168 |
2147 |
2470 |
Pirates Own Book |
Charles Ellms |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Authentic Narratives of the Most Celebrated Sea Robbers.</p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirates-own-book-by-charles-ellms/ |
p authentic narratives celebrated sea robbers p |
| 2169 |
2190 |
2516 |
Miracle Mongers, an Exposé |
Harry Houdini |
Performing Arts |
"A complete exposé of the modus operandi of fire eaters, heat resisters, poison eaters, venomous reptile defiers, sword swallowers, human ostriches, strong men, etc.", [by Harry Houdini, from the subtitle].</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-miracle-mongers-an-expose-by-harry-houdini/ |
a complete exposé modus operandi fire eaters heat resisters poison eaters venomous reptile defiers sword swallowers human ostriches strong men etc by harry houdini subtitle p |
| 2170 |
7129 |
7730 |
My Springs |
Sidney Lanier |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of <i>My Springs</i> by Sidney Lanier. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 7th, 2013. This rather lovely poem is the poet's tribute to his wife's eyes.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-springs-by-sidney-lanier/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings i my springs i sidney lanier fortnightly poetry project april 7th 2013 rather lovely poem poet s tribute wife s eyes br br |
| 2171 |
2148 |
2471 |
Bear Creek Collection Volume 2 |
Robert E. Howard |
Westerns |
Breckinridge Elkins is the roughest, toughest, fastest-shootin', hardest-fightin' feller in the Bear Creek settlement, and probably in the entire Humbolt Mountains. As he travels further from home, he single-handedly takes on outlaws, settles (and starts) feuds and tries his hand at romancing the girls. He also discovers a lot of strange customs among other folks, such as building houses out of boards and wearing clothes that ain't buckskins. Set in Arizona during the late 1800's, this collection of stories is a great rollicking romp through the American frontier as seen through the eyes of one of the most enjoyable characters created in the history of tall tales. (Summary by RK Wilcox)<p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/bear-creek-collection-vol-2-by-robert-e-howard/ |
breckinridge elkins roughest toughest fastest shootin hardest fightin feller bear creek settlement probably entire humbolt mountains travels home single handedly takes outlaws settles and starts feuds tries hand romancing girls also discovers lot strange customs among folks building houses boards wearing clothes ain t buckskins set arizona late 1800 s collection stories great rollicking romp american frontier seen eyes one enjoyable characters created history tall tales summary rk wilcox p |
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2149 |
2472 |
Miss Marjoribanks |
Margaret O. Oliphant |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>One of the so-called "Chronicles of Carlingford", of which there were two short stories and five novels written from 1861 to 1876 by Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant. The Chronicles originally appeared in the famous Blackwood's Magazine. Mrs. Oliphant wrote prolifically in her career, and many of her main characters were independent, resourceful women. In fact, Miss Marjoribanks has been occasionally cited as the successor to Jane Austen's Emma, albeit Miss Marjoribanks is more focused, less pliable and a decidedly more strategic thinker than dear Emma. (Summary by Michelle Crandall)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/miss-marjoribanks-by-margaret-o-oliphant/ |
p one so called chronicles carlingford two short stories five novels written 1861 1876 margaret oliphant wilson oliphant chronicles originally appeared famous blackwood s magazine mrs oliphant wrote prolifically career many main characters independent resourceful women fact miss marjoribanks occasionally cited successor jane austen s emma albeit miss marjoribanks focused less pliable decidedly strategic thinker dear emma summary michelle crandall p |
| 2173 |
2150 |
2473 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 08 |
William Shakespeare |
General Fiction, Plays, Poetry |
</p>LibriVox readers present the eighth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. \nWilliam Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-volume-8/ |
p librivox readers present eighth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
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2151 |
2474 |
Marcia Schuyler |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life, General Fiction, Romance |
<p>A compelling love triangle. Marcia is young & sweet. Her older sister Kate is vain & selfish. Marcia deeply admires the man that Kate is to marry: handsome & respected David Spafford. But on the eve of the wedding, Kate elopes with another man. Marcia is there when the note is found...the note that effectively breaks David's heart. Out of pity for his situation, Marcia offers to take Kate's place, in order to save David from humiliation. She grows in love for him, all the while aware that he's still grieving for his lost Kate. What will happen when Kate returns, fully intending to get David back? Will Marcia have the strength to fight for the man she now loves? (Summary by Chloey Winters)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/marcia-schuyler-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
p a compelling love triangle marcia young sweet older sister kate vain selfish marcia deeply admires man kate marry handsome respected david spafford eve wedding kate elopes another man marcia note found the note effectively breaks david s heart pity situation marcia offers take kate s place order save david humiliation grows love him aware he s still grieving lost kate happen kate returns fully intending get david back marcia strength fight man loves summary chloey winters p |
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2152 |
2475 |
Space Viking |
H. Beam Piper |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>A galactic war has left the Terran Federation in ruins. Formerly civilized planets have decivilized into barbarism. Space Vikings roam the wreckage, plundering and killing for gain. Lord Lucas Trask of Traskon was no admirer of the Space Vikings, but when murder takes his wife on his wedding day, Trask trades everything he has for his own Space Viking ship and sets out on a galaxy-wide quest for revenge. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/space-viking-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p a galactic war left terran federation ruins formerly civilized planets decivilized barbarism space vikings roam wreckage plundering killing gain lord lucas trask traskon admirer space vikings murder takes wife wedding day trask trades everything space viking ship sets galaxy wide quest revenge summary mark nelson p |
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2153 |
2477 |
Little Lucy's Wonderful Globe |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
Travel with Little Lucy around the globe and learn a little geography and small bits about other cultures.(Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/little-lucys-wonderful-globe-by-charlotte-m-yonge/ |
travel little lucy around globe learn little geography small bits cultures summary laura caldwell p |
| 2177 |
2154 |
2478 |
Short Poetry Collection 071 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of poems for the month of September 2008</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-poetry-collection-071/ |
p this collection poems month september 2008 p |
| 2178 |
2155 |
2479 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 06 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 6 subtitled the Native, the Naturalized, and “The English Interest”, covers the 14th and 15th centuries. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-by-t-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 6 subtitled native naturalized the english interest covers 14th 15th centuries summary sibella denton p |
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2157 |
2481 |
Princess of Mars (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>John Carter, an American Civil War veteran, goes prospecting in Arizona and, when set upon by Indians, is mysteriously transported to Mars, called "Barsoom" by its inhabitants. Carter finds that he has great strength on this planet, due to its lesser gravity. Carter soon falls in among the Tharks, a nomadic tribe of the planet's warlike, four-armed, green inhabitants. Thanks to his strength and combat abilities he rises in position in the tribe and earns the respect eventually the friendship of Tars Tarkas, one of the Thark chiefs.</p> <p>The Tharks subsequently capture Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium, a member of the humanoid red Martian race. The red Martians inhabit a loose network of city states and control the desert planet's canals, along which its agriculture is concentrated. Carter rescues her from the green men to return her to her people. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-princess-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs-2/ |
p john carter american civil war veteran goes prospecting arizona and set upon indians mysteriously transported mars called barsoom inhabitants carter finds great strength planet due lesser gravity carter soon falls among tharks nomadic tribe planet s warlike four armed green inhabitants thanks strength combat abilities rises position tribe earns respect eventually friendship tars tarkas one thark chiefs p p the tharks subsequently capture dejah thoris princess helium member humanoid red martian race red martians inhabit loose network city states control desert planet s canals along agriculture concentrated carter rescues green men return people summary wikipedia p |
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2158 |
2482 |
Anatomy of the Human Body, Part 1 (Gray's Anatomy) |
Henry Gray |
Medical |
<p>Henry Gray's classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). The illustrations can be found in the online text at bartleby.com. For the Librivox recording, we have divided the book into five parts. Part 1 includes the Embryology and Osteology sections. (summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anatomy-of-the-human-body-part-1-by-henry-gray/ |
p henry gray s classic anatomy textbook first published 1858 continuous publication ever since revised expanded many successive editions recording public domain 1918 us edition some information may outdated illustrations found online text bartleby com librivox recording divided book five parts part 1 includes embryology osteology sections summary laurie anne walden p |
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2159 |
2483 |
Sermões |
Padre Antonio Vieira |
Christianity - Other |
<p>O Padre Antônio Vieira foi um religioso português – mas mais do que isso, foi um exímio escritor e elemento influente na política do século XIX. Tendo vivido parte da vida no Brasil e parte em Portugal, Vieira deixou uma obra complexa, em estilo barroco, na qual demonstra familiaridade com a literatura antiga (com influências marcantes de Cícero e Sêneca), com os escritos cristãos e com a filosofia de sua época. Apresentamos aqui uma recolha de alguns de seus sermões mais conhecidos.</p><p>Padre Antônio Vieira was a Portuguese Jesuit – but more than a clergyman, he was a brilliant writer and an influential character in the politics of the 19th century. He spent part of his life in Brazil and part in Portugal, and left an abundant and complex oeuvre in baroque style. In both his sermons and private letters, he showed mastery of Ancient Literature (with marked influences of Cicero and Seneca), Christian writings and Philosophy. Here we present a collection of some of his most famous sermons.\n(Summary by Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1655 |
https://librivox.org/sermoes-by-padre-antonio-vieira/ |
p o padre antônio vieira foi um religioso português mas mais que isso foi um exímio escritor e elemento influente na política século xix tendo vivido parte da vida brasil e parte em portugal vieira deixou uma obra complexa em estilo barroco na qual demonstra familiaridade com literatura antiga com influências marcantes de cícero e sêneca com os escritos cristãos e com filosofia de sua época apresentamos aqui uma recolha de alguns de seus sermões mais conhecidos p p padre antônio vieira portuguese jesuit clergyman brilliant writer influential character politics 19th century spent part life brazil part portugal left abundant complex oeuvre baroque style sermons private letters showed mastery ancient literature with marked influences cicero seneca christian writings philosophy present collection famous sermons summary leni p |
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2160 |
2484 |
Lincoln Story Book |
Henry L. Williams |
Biography & Autobiography |
Subtitle: A Judicious Collection of the Best Stories and Anecdotes of the Great President, Many Appearing Here for the First Time in Book Form - compiled by Henry L. Williams<BR><BR>The Abraham Lincoln Statue at Chicago is accepted as the typical Westerner of the forum, the rostrum, and the tribune, as he stood to be inaugurated under the war-cloud in 1861. But there is another Lincoln as dear to the common people--the Lincoln of happy quotations, the speaker of household words. Instead of the erect, impressive, penetrative platform orator we see a long, gaunt figure, divided between two chairs for comfort, the head bent forward, smiling broadly, the lips curved in laughter, the deep eyes irradiating their caves of wisdom; the story-telling Lincoln, enjoying the enjoyment he gave to others. (from the preface of the book) <br><br>\nThis is so big it took two pages on Internet Archive to store it all (Part 1 has 01 - 255 and part 2 has 256-391).<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-lincoln-story-book-by-henry-l-williams/ |
subtitle judicious collection best stories anecdotes great president many appearing first time book form compiled henry l williams br br the abraham lincoln statue chicago accepted typical westerner forum rostrum tribune stood inaugurated war cloud 1861 another lincoln dear common people the lincoln happy quotations speaker household words instead erect impressive penetrative platform orator see long gaunt figure divided two chairs comfort head bent forward smiling broadly lips curved laughter deep eyes irradiating caves wisdom story telling lincoln enjoying enjoyment gave others from preface book br br big took two pages internet archive store part 1 01 255 part 2 256 391 p |
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2161 |
2485 |
Coleção de Poemas em Português |
Various |
Poetry |
A collection of 20 poems in Portuguese.<p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/colecao-de-poemas-em-portugues-001/ |
collection 20 poems portuguese p |
| 2184 |
2162 |
2486 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 011 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-011/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 2185 |
2163 |
2487 |
Bib Ballads |
Ring Lardner |
Single author |
Ring Lardner is a typical parent when his first child is born, full of wonder and the rest of the usual emotions as he watches his little son grow. He wrote a series of 29 short poems on various facets of parenthood. (Summary by Jack Thro)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/bib-ballads-by-ring-lardner/ |
ring lardner typical parent first child born full wonder rest usual emotions watches little son grow wrote series 29 short poems various facets parenthood summary jack thro p |
| 2186 |
2191 |
2517 |
Slipper Point Mystery |
Augusta Huiell Seaman |
Children's Fiction |
When fourteen year old Sally Carter shares her secret about When fourteen year old Sally Carter decides to share the secret she has discovered on Slipper Point with her new friend Doris Craig, she couldn't possibly imagine where the solution to this intriguing mystery will lead them! \n\nAugusta Huiell Seaman is the author of over 40 historical fiction and mystery novels for older children most of which are currently out of print. The Slipper Point Mystery was originally published in 1919. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-slipper-point-mystery-by-augusta-huiell-seaman/ |
fourteen year old sally carter shares secret fourteen year old sally carter decides share secret discovered slipper point new friend doris craig possibly imagine solution intriguing mystery lead them augusta huiell seaman author 40 historical fiction mystery novels older children currently print slipper point mystery originally published 1919 summary j m smallheer p |
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2164 |
2488 |
Pathfinder - The Inland Sea |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Historical Fiction |
Natty Bumppo goes by many names: La Longue Carabine, Hawk Eye, Leatherstocking, and in this tale, The Pathfinder. Guide, scout, hunter, and when put to it, soldier, he also fills a lot of roles in pre-Revolution upstate New York. An old friend, Sergeant Dunham of the 55th Regiment of Foot, asks him to guide his daughter through the wilderness to the fort at Oswego where Dunham serves. With the French engaging native Indian allies against the British and the Yankee colonists, such a journey is far from safe. <br /><br />Dunham has a plan in mind - to see his daughter Mable married off to the most redoubtable frontiersman and marksman in the territory, who is Pathfinder himself. But as an attractive and marriageable young lady, she draws other suitors. Then a military expedition contrives to put Sgt. Dunham, Mable, Pathfinder, and two other wooers into an isolated and dangerous garrison. Here treachery raises the stakes, and with the soldiers of the detachment shot down or captured, all of them must show mettle for any of them to escape with their scalps. </p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/the-pathfinder-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
natty bumppo goes many names la longue carabine hawk eye leatherstocking tale pathfinder guide scout hunter put it soldier also fills lot roles pre revolution upstate new york old friend sergeant dunham 55th regiment foot asks guide daughter wilderness fort oswego dunham serves french engaging native indian allies british yankee colonists journey far safe br br dunham plan mind see daughter mable married redoubtable frontiersman marksman territory pathfinder himself attractive marriageable young lady draws suitors military expedition contrives put sgt dunham mable pathfinder two wooers isolated dangerous garrison treachery raises stakes soldiers detachment shot captured must show mettle escape scalps p |
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2165 |
2490 |
Ancient Greek Philosopher-Scientists |
Various |
Ancient |
<p>The Pre-Socratic Greek philosophers, that is, the philosopher-scientists who lived before or contemporaneously to Socrates, were the first men in the Western world to establish a line of inquiry regarding the natural phenomena that rejected the traditional religious explanations and searched for rational explanations. Even though they do not form a school of thought, they can be considered the fathers of philosophy and many other sciences as we have them now. None of their works is extant, so, in this collection, we present the textual fragments, when existing, of ten Pre-Socratic philosopher-scientists, and quotations and testimonials about them left by later authors. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ancient-greek-philosopher-scientists/ |
p the pre socratic greek philosophers is philosopher scientists lived contemporaneously socrates first men western world establish line inquiry regarding natural phenomena rejected traditional religious explanations searched rational explanations even though form school thought considered fathers philosophy many sciences now none works extant so collection present textual fragments existing ten pre socratic philosopher scientists quotations testimonials left later authors summary leni p |
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2166 |
2491 |
Out of Time's Abyss |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Out of Time's Abyss is a science fiction novel, the third of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Caspak trilogy. In this conclusion, the mysteries of the lost world's unique biological system are revealed. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p>\n<p>Link to <a href="http://librivox.org/the-land-that-time-forgot-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/"><em>The Land that Time Forgot</em></a> (Caspak series #1)<br />\nLink to <a href="http://librivox.org/the-people-that-time-forgot-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/"><em>The People that Time Forgot</em></a> (Caspak series #2)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-times-abyss-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p out time s abyss science fiction novel third edgar rice burroughs caspak trilogy conclusion mysteries lost world s unique biological system revealed adapted wikipedia p p link a href http librivox org the land that time forgot by edgar rice burroughs em the land time forgot em a caspak series 1 br link a href http librivox org the people that time forgot by edgar rice burroughs em the people time forgot em a caspak series 2 p |
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2167 |
2492 |
Uneasy Money |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>Uneasy Money</i> is a romantic comedy by P.G. Wodehouse, published during the First World War, it offers light escapism. More romantic but only a little less humorous that his mature works, it tells of the vicissitudes of poor Lord Dawlish, who inherits five million dollars, but becomes a serially disappointed groom.<br><br>When the story opens Bill (Lord Dawlish, a thoroughly pleasant man) is engaged to a demanding actress. His first thought when hearing of his massive legacy from a stranger whose tendency to slice he once cured on a West Country golf course is of the disappointed relatives. His trip to the USA attempting to give back the windfall results in complication after complication, including firearms and burglaries as well as the usual human misunderstandings that accompany any human life.<br><br><i>Uneasy Money</i> was first published as a serial in the Saturday Evening Post in the USA from December 1915, and in the UK in Strand Magazine starting December 1916. It first appeared in book form on March 17, 1916 by D. Appleton & Co., New York, and later in the UK (on October 4, 1917) by Methuen & Co., London.<br><br>A silent, black-and-white film version was made in 1918.<br><br>Summary by Tim Bulkeley based on data from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/uneasy-money-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p i uneasy money i romantic comedy p g wodehouse published first world war offers light escapism romantic little less humorous mature works tells vicissitudes poor lord dawlish inherits five million dollars becomes serially disappointed groom br br when story opens bill lord dawlish thoroughly pleasant man engaged demanding actress first thought hearing massive legacy stranger whose tendency slice cured west country golf course disappointed relatives trip usa attempting give back windfall results complication complication including firearms burglaries well usual human misunderstandings accompany human life br br i uneasy money i first published serial saturday evening post usa december 1915 uk strand magazine starting december 1916 first appeared book form march 17 1916 d appleton co new york later uk on october 4 1917 methuen co london br br a silent black and white film version made 1918 br br summary tim bulkeley based data wikipedia p |
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2168 |
2493 |
Collection: pièces en un acte & monologues 001 |
Various |
Plays, Literary Collections |
<p>Ceci est une collection de pièces en un acte et de monologues en français.</p> <p>This is a collection of French one-act plays and monologues. </p> <p>(by Jc Guan, translated by Ezwa)</p>Proof-listeners: Enko, Didier, Vinamis and Ani </p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/collection-pieces-en-un-acte-monologues-001-by-various/ |
p ceci est une collection de pièces en un acte et de monologues en français p p this collection french one act plays monologues p p by jc guan translated ezwa p proof listeners enko didier vinamis ani p |
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2169 |
2494 |
More William (version 2) |
Richmal Crompton |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
More William is the second William collection in the much acclaimed Just William series by Richmal Crompton. It is a sequel to the book Just William. The book was first published in 1922, (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/more-william-by-richmal-crompton-2/ |
william second william collection much acclaimed william series richmal crompton sequel book william book first published 1922 summary wikipedia p |
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2192 |
2518 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 001 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the smell of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-001/ |
collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine smell human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 2194 |
2193 |
2519 |
Nightingales |
Robert Bridges |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 different recordings of <em>Nightingales</em> by Robert Bridges, published in "The Oxford Book of English Verse" in 1919. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 14, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/nightingales-by-robert-bridges/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 7 different recordings em nightingales em robert bridges published the oxford book english verse 1919 weekly poetry project week september 14 2008 br br |
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2170 |
2495 |
Morte d'Arthur - Vol. 2 |
Sir Thomas Malory |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p><i>Le Morte d’Arthur</i> (spelled <i>Le Morte Darthur</i> in the first printing and also in some modern editions, Middle French for la mort d’Arthur, “the death of Arthur”) is Sir Thomas Malory’s compilation of some French and English Arthurian romances. The book contains some of Malory’s own original material (the Gareth story) and retells the older stories in light of Malory’s own views and interpretations. First published in 1485 by William Caxton, Le Morte d’Arthur is perhaps the best-known work of English-language Arthurian literature today. Many modern Arthurian writers have used Malory as their source, including T. H. White for his popular <i>The Once and Future King</i>. (Summary from Wikipedia))<p> |
English |
1485 |
https://librivox.org/le-morte-darthur-by-sir-thomas-malory/ |
p i le morte d arthur i spelled i le morte darthur i first printing also modern editions middle french la mort d arthur the death arthur sir thomas malory s compilation french english arthurian romances book contains malory s original material the gareth story retells older stories light malory s views interpretations first published 1485 william caxton le morte d arthur perhaps best known work english language arthurian literature today many modern arthurian writers used malory source including t h white popular i the future king i summary wikipedia p |
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2171 |
2497 |
Emma (version 5) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>A cautionary tale about the evils of interference, matchmaking and good intentions turned awry, Emma is the study of a young woman raised without sufficient discipline or occupation. Handsome, clever and rich, Emma is the epitome of what a young woman should be in Regency England, except for the fact that her indulgent father and lack of a mother have left her spoiled and used to getting her own way. Emma's only true critic and voice of reason is Mr. Knightley, a gentleman whose opinion she values greatly. She delights in meddling in the romantic affairs of everyone around her, thinking celibacy is a privilege she alone can enjoy by virtue of her social standing. In the end, Emma is forced to acknowledge both her own lack of insight into the motives of others, and admit her need for a companion who can challenge her to become a better woman. (Summary by Moira Fogarty)</p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/emma-by-jane-austen-2/ |
p a cautionary tale evils interference matchmaking good intentions turned awry emma study young woman raised without sufficient discipline occupation handsome clever rich emma epitome young woman regency england except fact indulgent father lack mother left spoiled used getting way emma s true critic voice reason mr knightley gentleman whose opinion values greatly delights meddling romantic affairs everyone around her thinking celibacy privilege alone enjoy virtue social standing end emma forced acknowledge lack insight motives others admit need companion challenge become better woman summary moira fogarty p |
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2172 |
2498 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 006 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br />Der Blinde übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br><br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-006-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br der blinde übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br br |
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2173 |
2499 |
Baby Running Barefoot |
D. H. Lawrence |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <em>A Baby Running Barefoot</em> by D. H. Lawrence. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 7th, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-baby-running-barefoot-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings em a baby running barefoot em d h lawrence weekly poetry project week september 7th 2008 br br |
| 2199 |
2174 |
2500 |
Football Days: Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball |
William Hanford Edwards |
Modern (20th C) |
A book reminiscent of the days when football was gaining popularity in America.(summary by Ian Hatley)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/football-days-memories-of-the-game-and-of-the-men-behind-the-ball-by-william-hanford-edwards/ |
book reminiscent days football gaining popularity america summary ian hatley p |
| 2200 |
2175 |
2501 |
Metal Monster |
Abraham Merritt |
Fantasy Fiction |
The Metal Monster is an Abraham Merritt fantasy novel.\nDr. Goodwin is on a botanical expedition in the Himalayas. There he meets Dick Drake, the son of one of his old science acquaintances. They are witnesses of a strange aurora-like effect, but seemingly a deliberate one. As they go out to investigate, they meet Goodwin's old friends Martin and Ruth Ventnor, brother and sister scientists. The two are besieged by Persians as Darius III led when Alexander of Macedon conquered them more than two thousand years ago.\n\nThe group is saved by a magnificent woman they get to know as Norhala. She commands the power of lightning and controls strange metal animate Things, living, metallic, geometric forms; an entire city of sentient cubes, globes and tetrahedrons, capable of joining together and forming colossal shapes, and wielding death rays and other armaments of destruction.\nThey are led to a hidden valley occupied by what they name "The Metal Monster", a strange metal city occupied by the metal animate Things Norhala commands This city is governed by what they call the Metal Emperor, assisted by the Keeper of the Cones.\nRuth is slowly being converted by Norhala to become like her; her little sister. Martin, her brother, tries shooting the Metal Emperor, who retalliates with a ray blast, putting Martin in a comatose state.\nClosed in between the Metal Monster and the Persians, it falls to Goodwin and Drake to find a way to escape their predicament. (Summary Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-metal-monster-by-abraham-merritt/ |
metal monster abraham merritt fantasy novel dr goodwin botanical expedition himalayas meets dick drake son one old science acquaintances witnesses strange aurora like effect seemingly deliberate one go investigate meet goodwin s old friends martin ruth ventnor brother sister scientists two besieged persians darius iii led alexander macedon conquered two thousand years ago group saved magnificent woman get know norhala commands power lightning controls strange metal animate things living metallic geometric forms entire city sentient cubes globes tetrahedrons capable joining together forming colossal shapes wielding death rays armaments destruction led hidden valley occupied name the metal monster strange metal city occupied metal animate things norhala commands city governed call metal emperor assisted keeper cones ruth slowly converted norhala become like her little sister martin brother tries shooting metal emperor retalliates ray blast putting martin comatose state closed metal monster persians falls goodwin drake find way escape predicament summary wikipedia p |
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2176 |
2502 |
Summa Theologica - 02 Pars Prima, Trinity and Creation |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<p>The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners as a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasonings for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nThis is part two of six parts of the Pars Prima, consisting of questions regarding the Trinity and Creation.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-prima-pars-trinity-and-creation-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
p the summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasonings almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br part two six parts pars prima consisting questions regarding trinity creation p |
| 2202 |
2177 |
2503 |
Whittington and his Cat |
E. L. Blanchard |
Comedy |
<br /><em>Whittington and his Cat, or Harlequin Lord Mayor of London</em> was the 26th Grand Comic Christmas Annual, written by E. L. Blanchard for performance at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London in 1875. <br /><br />Pantomimes are a favourite Christmas entertainment in England, and in Victorian times were usually written in rhyming couplets. They featured a Principal Boy (played by a girl) and a Dame (played by a man). Over the years they became ever more elaborate with fantastic costumes, huge casts and spectacular transformation scenes. We shall have to leave these to your imagination, dear listener, but we hope that our performance will give you a flavour of Victorian panto.<br /><br />This version of the story of Dick Whittington was produced from a torn and well-used copy of the pantomime script, and a long search online and in various British libraries for the original music, details of which may be found <a href="https://archive.org/download/whittington_cat_1312_librivox/whittington_copyright_info.odt">here</a>.<br /><br />The lyrics of the last song are the cast's curtain call and include the names Wright, Vokes and Coveney, the Vokes family and Harriet Coveney being famous celebrities in Victorian pantomime.<br /><br />Dick arrives in London to search for the fabled "streets paved with gold" and after being reunited with his cat Tom who has followed him, finds the mercer Mr. Fitzwarren (for whom business is not going well), his lovely daughter Alice and the fearsome Dorothy the Cook. Many high jinks ensue. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /><strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nDick Whittington - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />Hugh Fitzwarren, mercer - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br />Alice Fitzwarren, his daughter - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br />Dorothy the Cook - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3068">Tom</a><br />Tom the Cat - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />The Fairy Bluebell - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br />The Sovereign of Zanzibar - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br />Captain - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />First Apprentice - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2587">Anne Cheng</a><br />Second Apprentice - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3477">Ikku</a><br />First Girl - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2592">Anna Roberts</a><br />Second Girl - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />Third Girl - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />Helmsman - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Narrator - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />Audio edited by Ruth Golding<br /><br /> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/whittington-and-his-cat-by-e-l-blanchard/ |
br em whittington cat harlequin lord mayor london em 26th grand comic christmas annual written e l blanchard performance theatre royal drury lane london 1875 br br pantomimes favourite christmas entertainment england victorian times usually written rhyming couplets featured principal boy played girl dame played man years became ever elaborate fantastic costumes huge casts spectacular transformation scenes shall leave imagination dear listener hope performance give flavour victorian panto br br this version story dick whittington produced torn well used copy pantomime script long search online various british libraries original music details may found a href https archive org download whittington_cat_1312_librivox whittington_copyright_info odt here a br br the lyrics last song cast s curtain call include names wright vokes coveney vokes family harriet coveney famous celebrities victorian pantomime br br dick arrives london search fabled streets paved gold reunited cat tom followed him finds mercer mr fitzwarren for business going well lovely daughter alice fearsome dorothy cook many high jinks ensue summary ruth golding br br strong cast strong br dick whittington a href https librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br hugh fitzwarren mercer a href https librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a br alice fitzwarren daughter a href https librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br dorothy cook a href https librivox org reader 3068 tom a br tom cat a href https librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br the fairy bluebell a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a br the sovereign zanzibar a href https librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br captain a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br first apprentice a href https librivox org reader 2587 anne cheng a br second apprentice a href https librivox org reader 3477 ikku a br first girl a href https librivox org reader 2592 anna roberts a br second girl a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br third girl a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br helmsman a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br audio edited ruth golding br br |
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2178 |
2504 |
Soup of Alphabets, Volume 002 |
Various |
Poetry, Reference |
<p>A second helping of Alphabet Books! This collection has a wide-ranging variety of short books, and not only for younger readers, but also for young and not so young adults. Opening with a book based on the colorful language of London's street vendors, this collection winds its way through a book of tongue-twisters, two primers of nonsense poetry by the inimitable Edward Lear, and early readers from 19th century England. For older readers, there is the biting, sardonic humor of Hilaire Belloc's satirical alphabet verses. There is even a "Baseball ABC," a recording which will be released in time for the World Series playoffs! Soup's on! (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-soup-of-alphabets-volume-002/ |
p a second helping alphabet books collection wide ranging variety short books younger readers also young young adults opening book based colorful language london s street vendors collection winds way book tongue twisters two primers nonsense poetry inimitable edward lear early readers 19th century england older readers biting sardonic humor hilaire belloc s satirical alphabet verses even baseball abc recording released time world series playoffs soup s on summary denny sayers p |
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2179 |
2505 |
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions |
Edwin Abbott Abbott |
General Fiction, Satire, Science Fiction |
<br /><i>Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions</i> is an 1884 science fiction novella by the English schoolmaster Edwin Abbott Abbott. As a satire, <i>Flatland</i> offered pointed observations on the social hierarchy of Victorian culture. However, the novella's more enduring contribution is its examination of dimensions; in a foreword to one of the many publications of the novella, noted science writer Isaac Asimov described <i>Flatland</i> as "The best introduction one can find into the manner of perceiving dimensions." As such, the novella is still popular amongst mathematics, physics and computer science students. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/flatland-a-romance-of-many-dimensions-by-edwin-abbott-abbott/ |
br i flatland romance many dimensions i 1884 science fiction novella english schoolmaster edwin abbott abbott satire i flatland i offered pointed observations social hierarchy victorian culture however novella s enduring contribution examination dimensions foreword one many publications novella noted science writer isaac asimov described i flatland i the best introduction one find manner perceiving dimensions such novella still popular amongst mathematics physics computer science students summary wikipedia br br |
| 2205 |
2180 |
2506 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 02 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>« Le second livre des Fables de La Fontaine confirme le grand talent du plus célèbre fabuliste. Son art achevé de l'expression du verbe qu'il place dans la bouche d'un règne animal complice malgré lui de nos travers, ajoute au plaisir d'une langue savoureuse maniée avec la plus grande dextérité. Allez! avez-vous le goût difficile? » <br/>(<em>Jean Lambert</em>)</p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-02-jl/ |
p le second livre des fables de la fontaine confirme le grand talent du plus célèbre fabuliste son art achevé de l expression du verbe qu il place dans la bouche d un règne animal complice malgré lui de nos travers ajoute au plaisir d une langue savoureuse maniée avec la plus grande dextérité allez avez vous le goût difficile br em jean lambert em p |
| 2206 |
2181 |
2507 |
You Know Me Al |
Ring Lardner |
Epistolary Fiction |
Big, fat, dumb, lazy, vain, headstrong and cheap, Jack Keefe is a journeyman pitcher with the Chicago White Sox in the rowdy days of the Deadball Era, circa 1915, ruled by the likes of Ty Cobb and John McGraw. In You Know Me Al, we follow Jack Keefe's life on-field and off, via the letters Jack writes to his old chum Al in his home town of Bedford, Indiana.<BR><BR>Ring Lardner was a Chicago sportswriter who covered the White Sox, and he brought an insider's knowledge of clubhouse life together with his biting wit and gift for the vernacular to create a comic gem in You Know Me Al. The six Jack Keefe stories that compose this volume were originally written as individual magazine articles, but the epistolary format made it easy to collect them into a single running narrative covering Jack's first two years in the Big Leagues.<BR><BR>It isn't necessary to know baseball history to enjoy the book, which is as much about Jack's troubles with girlfriends, wives and babies as it is about the Chicago White Sox. For the baseball fan, however, this glimpse into a bygone era adds an extra layer of fascination. In any case, Lardner's portrait of the professional ballplayer as a dumb, drunken narcissist is as funny today as the day it was written. (Summary by Rick Rodstrom)\n<BR>Dedicated prooflisteners: Rob Kunkel & Juli Carter</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/you-know-me-al-by-ring-lardner/ |
big fat dumb lazy vain headstrong cheap jack keefe journeyman pitcher chicago white sox rowdy days deadball era circa 1915 ruled likes ty cobb john mcgraw know al follow jack keefe s life on field off via letters jack writes old chum al home town bedford indiana br br ring lardner chicago sportswriter covered white sox brought insider s knowledge clubhouse life together biting wit gift vernacular create comic gem know al six jack keefe stories compose volume originally written individual magazine articles epistolary format made easy collect single running narrative covering jack s first two years big leagues br br it necessary know baseball history enjoy book much jack s troubles girlfriends wives babies chicago white sox baseball fan however glimpse bygone era adds extra layer fascination case lardner s portrait professional ballplayer dumb drunken narcissist funny today day written summary rick rodstrom br dedicated prooflisteners rob kunkel juli carter p |
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2182 |
2508 |
Stickeen |
John Muir |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
<p>A great dog story, a well told tale--the naturalist and adventurer John Muir recounts how he and his companion, a dog named Stickeen, each, alone, confronted and conquered their fears of an icy Alaskan glacier in 1880. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/stickeen-by-john-muir/ |
p a great dog story well told tale the naturalist adventurer john muir recounts companion dog named stickeen each alone confronted conquered fears icy alaskan glacier 1880 summary sue anderson p |
| 2208 |
2194 |
2520 |
Stories of Beowulf Told to the Children |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The brave warrior, Beowulf, comes to the aid of King Hrothgar when he hears that Grendel, a horrible monster, is terrorizing the inhabitants of Hart Hall. Beowulf heroically battles Grendel, the Water Witch, and a fierce dragon. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-beowulf-told-to-the-children-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p the brave warrior beowulf comes aid king hrothgar hears grendel horrible monster terrorizing inhabitants hart hall beowulf heroically battles grendel water witch fierce dragon summary laura caldwell p |
| 2209 |
2183 |
2509 |
Out of Time's Abyss (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
Out of Time’s Abyss is an Edgar Rice Burroughs science fiction novel, the third of his Caspak trilogy. The sequence was first published in Blue Book Magazine as a three-part serial in the issues for September, October and November 1918, with Out of Time's Abyss forming the third installment. The complete trilogy was later combined for publication in book form under the title of The Land That Time Forgot (properly speaking the title of the first part) by A. C. McClurg in June 1924. Beginning with the Ace Books editions of the 1960s, the three segments have usually been issued as separate short novels. The third of these is treated in this article.\nSummary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-times-abyss-by-edgar-rice-burroughs-1/ |
time s abyss edgar rice burroughs science fiction novel third caspak trilogy sequence first published blue book magazine three part serial issues september october november 1918 time s abyss forming third installment complete trilogy later combined publication book form title land time forgot properly speaking title first part a c mcclurg june 1924 beginning ace books editions 1960s three segments usually issued separate short novels third treated article summary wikipedia p |
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2184 |
2510 |
Initials Only |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Anna Katharine Green (November 11, 1846 – April 11, 1935) was an American poet and novelist. She was one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and distinguished herself by writing well plotted, legally accurate stories (no doubt assisted by her lawyer father).</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/initials-only-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green november 11 1846 april 11 1935 american poet novelist one first writers detective fiction america distinguished writing well plotted legally accurate stories no doubt assisted lawyer father p |
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2185 |
2511 |
Selected Ghazals of Ghalib |
Mirza Ghalib |
Poetry, Single author |
<br />Mirza Ghalib, full name Mirza Asadullah Khan Beig, pen name ‘Ghalib’ (1797-1869) was a famous Urdu- and Persian-language poet of India. He is best known for his lyrical and spiritual ghazals. Ghazal is a form of poetry in couplets. In a ghazal, each couplet is self-contained and generally unconnected with the next.<br></br>Ghalib was born in Agra, in northern India, and was raised by his uncle. Ghalib had no formal education, but was tutored in Persian by Muhammad Mu'azzam, a noted scholar of the time. He was married in 1810 to Umrao Begum, the niece of Nawab Ahmad Baksh Khan who was the ruler of Ferozepur and Loharu at that time. Ghalib was introduced to the elite circle of intellectuals and artists that surrounded the Indian royal family in Delhi because of his father in law. In 1821 he compiled his first collection of Urdu verse. Deewan e Ghalib, Nuskha e Hamida was Published in 1828. soon after the publication of his Urdu poetry collection Ghalib switched to writing entirely in Persian, also known as Farsi. In 1826, on the death of Ghalib's uncle, the British government began providing Ghalib and his family with a small pension for the military services of his uncle. Despite this income, Ghalib remained nearly destitute for most of his life.<br></br>Ghalib was also a poetry teacher of the King, Bahadur Sha Zafar, who himself was a very nice poet.<br></br>Ghalib led a miserable life for he started taking wine at a very young age when he was just a boy whereas his financial condition was not good, and moreover he had no children of his own. All of his children died during infancy. He then adopted his nephew called ‘Arif’ who also died at the age of 16. He collapsed emotionally because of the death of his adopted son. (Summary by Ahkam)<br /><br />\n\nThis recording was made from a printed copy of <em>Deewan e Ghalib, Nuskha e Hamida</em> published in 1828. <br /><br /> |
Urdu |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/selected-ghazals-of-ghalib-by-mirza-ghalib/ |
br mirza ghalib full name mirza asadullah khan beig pen name ghalib 1797 1869 famous urdu persian language poet india best known lyrical spiritual ghazals ghazal form poetry couplets ghazal couplet self contained generally unconnected next br br ghalib born agra northern india raised uncle ghalib formal education tutored persian muhammad mu azzam noted scholar time married 1810 umrao begum niece nawab ahmad baksh khan ruler ferozepur loharu time ghalib introduced elite circle intellectuals artists surrounded indian royal family delhi father law 1821 compiled first collection urdu verse deewan e ghalib nuskha e hamida published 1828 soon publication urdu poetry collection ghalib switched writing entirely persian also known farsi 1826 death ghalib s uncle british government began providing ghalib family small pension military services uncle despite income ghalib remained nearly destitute life br br ghalib also poetry teacher king bahadur sha zafar nice poet br br ghalib led miserable life started taking wine young age boy whereas financial condition good moreover children own children died infancy adopted nephew called arif also died age 16 collapsed emotionally death adopted son summary ahkam br br recording made printed copy em deewan e ghalib nuskha e hamida em published 1828 br br |
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2186 |
2512 |
Young Adults Short Works Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
Children's Fiction |
Librivox’s Young Adults Short Story Collection 001: a collection of 9 short works of Young Adult fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/young-adult-short-works-collection-001/ |
librivox s young adults short story collection 001 collection 9 short works young adult fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2213 |
2187 |
2513 |
Contes de la bécasse |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Dans les dix-sept nouvelles composant « Les contes de la bécasse », Guy de Maupassant dépeint en quelques traits des personnages et décors – pour la plupart normands –, mettant en exergue de manière ironique – parfois aussi pessimiste – les faiblesses de caractère ou la bassesse des personnages sans toutefois porter de jugement moral.</p> <p>In these seventeen short stories—or tales, as they are here called—, Guy de Maupassant depicts succinctly and pointedly persons and landscapes, and shows in an ironical, but sometimes also pessimistic way, without becoming moralistic, the weakness and baseness of the characters.<br/> (Summary by Didier)</p> |
French |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/les-contes-de-la-becasse-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
p dans les dix sept nouvelles composant les contes de la bécasse guy de maupassant dépeint en quelques traits des personnages et décors pour la plupart normands mettant en exergue de manière ironique parfois aussi pessimiste les faiblesses de caractère ou la bassesse des personnages sans toutefois porter de jugement moral p p in seventeen short stories or tales called guy de maupassant depicts succinctly pointedly persons landscapes shows ironical sometimes also pessimistic way without becoming moralistic weakness baseness characters br summary didier p |
| 2214 |
2188 |
2514 |
Eugenics and Other Evils |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Most Eugenists are Euphemists. I mean merely that short words startle them, while long words soothe them. And they are utterly incapable of translating the one into the other, however obviously they mean the same thing. Say to them "The persuasive and even coercive powers of the citizen should enable him to make sure that the burden of longevity in the previous generation does not become disproportionate and intolerable, especially to the females"; say this to them and they will sway slightly to and fro like babies sent to sleep in cradles. Say to them "Murder your mother," and they sit up quite suddenly. Yet the two sentences, in cold logic, are exactly the same. (Summary by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/eugenics-by-chesterton/ |
p most eugenists euphemists mean merely short words startle them long words soothe them utterly incapable translating one other however obviously mean thing say the persuasive even coercive powers citizen enable make sure burden longevity previous generation become disproportionate intolerable especially females say sway slightly fro like babies sent sleep cradles say murder mother sit quite suddenly yet two sentences cold logic exactly same summary gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2215 |
2189 |
2515 |
Nature Near Home and Other Papers |
John Burroughs |
Nature |
<p>Nature Near Home is one of many books on natural history by John Burroughs. It is full of simple observations about rural scenes and charming stories about animals, plants, and even people! Burroughs loves the creatures around him and derives great pleasure from his walks and studies in nature’s scenes. (Summary by Edith Phern)</p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/nature-near-home-and-other-papers-by-john-burroughs/ |
p nature near home one many books natural history john burroughs full simple observations rural scenes charming stories animals plants even people burroughs loves creatures around derives great pleasure walks studies nature s scenes summary edith phern p |
| 2216 |
2227 |
2557 |
Mother Goose for Grownups |
Guy Wetmore Carryl |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>Mother Goose for Grownups</i> is a delightfully silly collection of parodies on well-known Mother Goose tales by Guy Wetmore Carryl. (Summary by fink)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/mother-goose-for-grownups-by-guy-wetmore-carryl/ |
p i mother goose grownups i delightfully silly collection parodies well known mother goose tales guy wetmore carryl summary fink p |
| 2217 |
2195 |
2521 |
Paddeltje, de scheepsjongen van Michiel de Ruijter |
Johan Been |
Children's Fiction |
De avonturen van Klaas Ariensze, bijgenaamd Paddeltje, scheepsjongen van Michiel de Ruijter.<BR>Na een eerste tocht als scheepsjongen, moet Paddeltje van zijn schipper op een speciale manier het recht verdienen om opnieuw mee te mogen varen als scheepsjongen. Later wordt hij in Noord-Afrika ontvoerd door een bende zeerovers, onder leiding van de beruchte zeeroverkapitein Il Tigretto. Hoe kan hij ontsnappen?<BR>Een klassieker uit de Nederlandse jeugdliteratuur. (Kijk uit: op de wikipedia link in de linker kantlijn wordt veel verklapt!)<BR><BR>Het vervolg op dit boek is <a href="http://librivox.org/om-de-schatten-van-il-tigretto-van-johan-been/">“Om de schatten van Il Tigretto”</a>.</p> |
Dutch |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/paddeltje-van-johan-been/ |
de avonturen van klaas ariensze bijgenaamd paddeltje scheepsjongen van michiel de ruijter br na een eerste tocht als scheepsjongen moet paddeltje van zijn schipper op een speciale manier het recht verdienen om opnieuw mee te mogen varen als scheepsjongen later wordt hij noord afrika ontvoerd door een bende zeerovers onder leiding van de beruchte zeeroverkapitein il tigretto hoe kan hij ontsnappen br een klassieker uit de nederlandse jeugdliteratuur kijk uit op de wikipedia link de linker kantlijn wordt veel verklapt br br het vervolg op dit boek a href http librivox org om de schatten van il tigretto van johan been om de schatten van il tigretto a p |
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2196 |
2522 |
Tacitus' Histories |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Histories was written between 110 and 100 B.C. It covered the Year of Four Emperors following the downfall of Nero, the rise of Vespasian, and the rule of the Flavian Dynasty up to the death of Domitian.<br/><br/>\nOnly the first four books and 26 chapters of the fifth book have survived, covering the year 69 and the first part of 70. The work is believed to have continued up to the death of Domitian on September 18, 96. As a prelude to the account of Titus's suppression of the Great Jewish Revolt, Book 5 features a short ethnographic survey of the ancient Jews as seen from the Roman point of view. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tacitus-histories/ |
p the histories written 110 100 b c covered year four emperors following downfall nero rise vespasian rule flavian dynasty death domitian br br first four books 26 chapters fifth book survived covering year 69 first part 70 work believed continued death domitian september 18 96 prelude account titus s suppression great jewish revolt book 5 features short ethnographic survey ancient jews seen roman point view summary adapted wikipedia p |
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2197 |
2523 |
With Christ in the School of Prayer |
Andrew Murray |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
<p>It is under a deep impression that the place and power of prayer in the Christian life is too little understood, that this book has been written. I feel sure that as long as we look on prayer chiefly as the means of maintaining our own Christian life, we shall not know fully what it is meant to be. But when we learn to regard it as the highest part of the work entrusted to us, the root and strength of all other work, we shall see that there is nothing that we so need to study and practise as the art of praying aright. ... the Father waits to hear every prayer of faith, to give us whatsoever we will, and whatsoever we ask in Jesus’ name. (Andrew Murray, quoted from the Preface of this book)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/with-christ-in-the-school-of-prayer-by-andrew-murray/ |
p it deep impression place power prayer christian life little understood book written feel sure long look prayer chiefly means maintaining christian life shall know fully meant be learn regard highest part work entrusted us root strength work shall see nothing need study practise art praying aright father waits hear every prayer faith give us whatsoever will whatsoever ask jesus name andrew murray quoted preface book p |
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2198 |
2524 |
Heroides |
Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epistolary Fiction, Poetry |
<p>The Heroides, also known as the Heroines, the Letters of the Heroines or simply as Epistles are a very famous collection of poems by Ovid, not only for their interesting subject - letters by famous mythological characters addressed to their beloved ones - but also because it's considered by some the first example of the Epistle as a literary genre - a statement made by Ovid himself in his Ars Amatoria. The book as we have it nowadays consists of 21 letters, divided in two parts. The first is composed of fifteen letters presented as if written by a female mythological character to her lover; the second part, also known as Double Heroides, brings three pairs of letters, being the first in each pair supposedly written by a hero, and the second one, the heroine's response to the first letter. Along the Metamorphoses and the Ars Amatoria, the Heroides were one of the most influential works of Ovid, not only in the Antiquity, but also throughout the Middle Ages and up to Modern times. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/heroides-by-ovid/ |
p the heroides also known heroines letters heroines simply epistles famous collection poems ovid interesting subject letters famous mythological characters addressed beloved ones also considered first example epistle literary genre statement made ovid ars amatoria book nowadays consists 21 letters divided two parts first composed fifteen letters presented written female mythological character lover second part also known double heroides brings three pairs letters first pair supposedly written hero second one heroine s response first letter along metamorphoses ars amatoria heroides one influential works ovid antiquity also throughout middle ages modern times summary leni p |
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2199 |
2525 |
Green Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Andrew Lang's Fairy Books or Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Fairy Books constitute a twelve-book series of fairy tale collections. Although Andrew Lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources, who had collected them originally (with the notable exception of Madame d'Aulnoy), made them an immensely influential collection, especially as he used foreign-language sources, giving many of these tales their first appearance in English. As acknowledged in the prefaces, although Lang himself made most of the selections, his wife and other translators did a large portion of the translating and telling of the actual stories.<br><br>"The irony of Lang's life and work is that although he wrote for a profession—literary criticism; fiction; poems; books and articles on anthropology, mythology, history, and travel ... he is best recognized for the works he did not write."[1]\n\nMany of the books were illustrated by Henry J. Ford, Lancelot Speed, and G. P. Jacomb-Hood also contributed some illustrations. </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p andrew lang s fairy books andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute twelve book series fairy tale collections although andrew lang collect stories oral tradition extent sources collected originally with notable exception madame d aulnoy made immensely influential collection especially used foreign language sources giving many tales first appearance english acknowledged prefaces although lang made selections wife translators large portion translating telling actual stories br br the irony lang s life work although wrote profession literary criticism fiction poems books articles anthropology mythology history travel best recognized works write 1 many books illustrated henry j ford lancelot speed g p jacomb hood also contributed illustrations p |
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2200 |
2526 |
Lancashire Witches |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Historical Fiction |
<p><i>The Lancashire Witches</i> is a highly fictionalised account of the activities of the notorious witches Demdike, Chattox and Alice Nutter who, together with others terrorised the district of Lancashire around Pendle Hill and the Forest of Bowland during the early seventeenth century. The witches named in the book were real enough, if not as witches then as people. Ainsworth, in his story brings in the dissolution of Whalley Abbey and the historic families of Assheton, Braddyll and Nowell and takes us through to the final trial and execution at Lancaster Castle in 1612. (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-lancashire-witches-by-harrison-ainsworth/ |
p i the lancashire witches i highly fictionalised account activities notorious witches demdike chattox alice nutter who together others terrorised district lancashire around pendle hill forest bowland early seventeenth century witches named book real enough witches people ainsworth story brings dissolution whalley abbey historic families assheton braddyll nowell takes us final trial execution lancaster castle 1612 summary andy minter p |
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2201 |
2527 |
Simplemente Darío |
Rubén Darío |
Poetry |
Esta es una colleccion de poemas de Ruben Darío. (Summary by Arturo)<p> |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/simplemente-dario-by-ruben-dario/ |
esta es una colleccion de poemas de ruben darío summary arturo p |
| 2224 |
2202 |
2528 |
For the Term of His Natural Life |
Marcus Clarke |
Historical Fiction |
For the Term of his Natural Life, written by Marcus Clarke, was published in the Australian Journal between 1870 and 1872 (as His Natural Life), appearing as a novel in 1874. It is the best known novelisation of life as a convict in early Australian history. Described as a "ripping yarn", and at times relying on seemingly implausible coincidences, the story follows the fortunes of Rufus Dawes, a young man transported for a murder which he did not commit. The harsh and inhumane treatment meted out to the convicts, some of whom were transported for relatively minor crimes, is clearly conveyed. The conditions experienced by the convicts are graphically described. The novel was based on research by the author as well as a visit to the penal settlement of Port Arthur, Tasmania. (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/for-the-term-of-his-natural-life-by-marcus-clarke/ |
term natural life written marcus clarke published australian journal 1870 1872 as natural life appearing novel 1874 best known novelisation life convict early australian history described ripping yarn times relying seemingly implausible coincidences story follows fortunes rufus dawes young man transported murder commit harsh inhumane treatment meted convicts transported relatively minor crimes clearly conveyed conditions experienced convicts graphically described novel based research author well visit penal settlement port arthur tasmania summary wikipedia p |
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2203 |
2529 |
Uller Uprising |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
<p><i>Uller Uprising</i> is the story of a confrontation between a human overlord and alien servants, with an ironic twist at the end. Like most of Piper's best work, Uller Uprising is modeled after an actual event in human history; in this case the Sepoy Mutiny (a Bengal uprising in British-held India brought about when rumors were spread to native soldiers that cartridges being issued by the British were coated with animal fat. The rebellion quickly spread throughout India and led to the massacre of the British Colony at Cawnpore.). Piper's novel is not a mere retelling of the Indian Mutiny, but rather an analysis of an historical event applied to a similar situation in the far future. (Summary from John F. Carr's introduction)</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/uller-uprising-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p i uller uprising i story confrontation human overlord alien servants ironic twist end like piper s best work uller uprising modeled actual event human history case sepoy mutiny a bengal uprising british held india brought rumors spread native soldiers cartridges issued british coated animal fat rebellion quickly spread throughout india led massacre british colony cawnpore piper s novel mere retelling indian mutiny rather analysis historical event applied similar situation far future summary john f carr s introduction p |
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2204 |
2530 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 008 |
Alan Edward Nourse |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>This volume of the LibriVox Science-Fiction Collection is devoted to Alan E. Nourse (1928-1992). Nourse became a science fiction writer to help pay for his medical education, but eventually retired from practicing medicine to pursue his writing career. This reader-selected collection presents ten of his short stories which were published between 1954 and 1963. Extensive research by Project Gutenberg volunteers did not uncover any evidence that the U.S. copyright on these publications were renewed. Please consider this a brief sampling of Nourse's full range, and have fun buying and borrowing his other works. <br /><br />Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-008/ |
p this volume librivox science fiction collection devoted alan e nourse 1928 1992 nourse became science fiction writer help pay medical education eventually retired practicing medicine pursue writing career reader selected collection presents ten short stories published 1954 1963 extensive research project gutenberg volunteers uncover evidence u s copyright publications renewed please consider brief sampling nourse s full range fun buying borrowing works br br summary adapted wikipedia cori samuel p |
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2205 |
2531 |
Wonderful Adventures of Nils |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Selma Lagerlöf was born in Vaermland, Sweden, in 1858 and enjoyed a long and very successful career as a writer, receiving the Nobel-Price in Literature in 1909. She died in Vaermland in 1940. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (Orig. Nils Holgerssons underbara resa genom Sverige) is a famous work of fiction by Selma Lagerlöf, published in two parts in 1906 and 1907. The background for publication was a commission from the National Teachers Association in 1902 to write a geography reader for the public schools.\n"She devoted three years to Nature study and to familiarizing herself with animal and bird life. She has sought out hitherto unpublished folklore and legends of the different provinces. These she has ingeniously woven into her story." (From translator Velma Swanston Howard's introduction.)\n(Summary by Lars Rolander and Wikipedia]</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-adventures-of-nils-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
selma lagerlöf born vaermland sweden 1858 enjoyed long successful career writer receiving nobel price literature 1909 died vaermland 1940 wonderful adventures nils orig nils holgerssons underbara resa genom sverige famous work fiction selma lagerlöf published two parts 1906 1907 background publication commission national teachers association 1902 write geography reader public schools she devoted three years nature study familiarizing animal bird life sought hitherto unpublished folklore legends different provinces ingeniously woven story from translator velma swanston howard s introduction summary lars rolander wikipedia p |
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2206 |
2532 |
Vagabondaggio |
Giovanni Verga |
Single Author Collections |
A witty collection of 12 short stories based on the Verga idea of "Humankind perennial moving state". They have been published in 1887. (Summary by Daniele)</p> |
Italian |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/vagabondaggio-by-giovanni-verga/ |
witty collection 12 short stories based verga idea humankind perennial moving state published 1887 summary daniele p |
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2207 |
2533 |
Kitchener's Mob Adventures of an American in the British Army |
James Norman Hall |
War & Military Fiction |
“Pvt Ryan”, “Platoon”, “A Soldier’s Home”, Kitchener’s Mob”. These aren’t happy stories, they are about the experience of War. War at different times, and although modern warfare may be more sanitized, the adventure, the horror, the emotions don’t change. James Norman Hall has been there. He “Saw the Elephant”, and his portrayal of his WWI experience is a tribute to those ordinary people who do such extraordinary things.<BR><BR>\nThose who have served will identify with at least some part if not all of this book, be it the rigors of training, the camaraderie, or possibly those memories that try as you may, you can never make go away. Those who haven’t may gain insight and possibly more respect for those who have.<BR><BR>\nTommy Atkins is a universal soldier, be he the cook that serves up a hot meal, the sniper that keeps score on the stock of his rifle, or the machine gunner who hates his job. As I narrated this book, I had to stop and compose myself more than once. I could almost feel Hall’s presence as we told Tommy’s story.<BR><BR>\nMike Vendetti, Narrator<BR>\n2 Lt Inf Vietnam 1965</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/kitcheners-mob-adventures-of-an-american-in-the-british-army/ |
pvt ryan platoon a soldier s home kitchener s mob aren t happy stories experience war war different times although modern warfare may sanitized adventure horror emotions don t change james norman hall there saw elephant portrayal wwi experience tribute ordinary people extraordinary things br br served identify least part book rigors training camaraderie possibly memories try may never make go away haven t may gain insight possibly respect have br br tommy atkins universal soldier cook serves hot meal sniper keeps score stock rifle machine gunner hates job narrated book stop compose once could almost feel hall s presence told tommy s story br br mike vendetti narrator br 2 lt inf vietnam 1965 p |
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2208 |
2534 |
Golden Bowl |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<br />The Golden Bowl is a 1904 novel by Henry James. Set in England, this complex, intense study of marriage and adultery completes what some critics have called the "major phase" of James' career. The Golden Bowl explores the tangle of interrelationships between a father and daughter and their respective spouses. The novel focuses deeply and almost exclusively on the consciousness of the central characters, with sometimes obsessive detail but also with powerful insight. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-bowl-by-henry-james/ |
br the golden bowl 1904 novel henry james set england complex intense study marriage adultery completes critics called major phase james career golden bowl explores tangle interrelationships father daughter respective spouses novel focuses deeply almost exclusively consciousness central characters sometimes obsessive detail also powerful insight summary wikipedia br br |
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2209 |
2536 |
Annals Vol 3 |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Annals was Tacitus' final work, covering the period from the death of Augustus Caesar in the year 14. He wrote at least 16 books, but books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11 and 16 are missing. Book 6 ends with the death of Tiberius and books 7-12 presumably covered the reigns of Caligula and Claudius. The remaining books cover the reign of Nero, perhaps until his death in June 68 or until the end of that year, to connect with the Histories. The second half of book 16 is missing, ending with the events of the year 66. We do not know whether Tacitus completed the work or whether he finished the other works that he had planned to write; he died before he could complete his planned histories of Nerva and Trajan, and no record survives of the work on Augustus Caesar and the beginnings of the Empire with which he had planned to complete his work as an historian. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tacitus-annals-vol-3-church-and-brodribb/ |
p the annals tacitus final work covering period death augustus caesar year 14 wrote least 16 books books 7 10 parts books 5 6 11 16 missing book 6 ends death tiberius books 7 12 presumably covered reigns caligula claudius remaining books cover reign nero perhaps death june 68 end year connect histories second half book 16 missing ending events year 66 know whether tacitus completed work whether finished works planned write died could complete planned histories nerva trajan record survives work augustus caesar beginnings empire planned complete work historian summary wikipedia p |
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2210 |
2537 |
Jumping Frog |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
"The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" is an 1865 short story by Mark Twain. It was also published as "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" and "Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog." In it, the narrator retells a story he heard from a bartender, Simon Wheeler, at the Angels Hotel in Angels Camp, California, about the gambler Jim Smiley. Upon discovering a French translation of this story, Twain re-translated the story, word for word and keeping the French grammar structure, back into English. He then published all three versions under the title "The Jumping Frog: In English, Then in French, and Then Clawed Back Into A Civilized Language Once More by Patient, Unremunerated Toil." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Multilingual |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-jumping-frog-by-mark-twain/ |
the celebrated jumping frog calaveras county 1865 short story mark twain also published the notorious jumping frog calaveras county jim smiley jumping frog it narrator retells story heard bartender simon wheeler angels hotel angels camp california gambler jim smiley upon discovering french translation story twain re translated story word word keeping french grammar structure back english published three versions title the jumping frog english french clawed back civilized language patient unremunerated toil summary wikipedia p |
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2211 |
2538 |
Plough |
Richard Henry Horne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>The Plough</em> by Richard Henry Horne, published in "The Oxford Book of English Verse: 1250–1900" in 1919. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 21st, 2008.<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-plough-by-richard-henry-horne/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em the plough em richard henry horne published the oxford book english verse 1250 1900 1919 weekly poetry project week september 21st 2008 br br |
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2212 |
2539 |
Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne |
Dorothy Osborne |
Letters |
A lively, interesting and important collection of 17th century love-letters written by an English lady, against the background of the Civil War and the Restoration [summary by hefyd]<BR><BR>After refusing a long string of suitors put forth by her family, including her cousin Thomas Osborne, Henry Cromwell (son of Lord Protector Oliver Cromwell) and Sir Justinian Isham, in 1655 Dorothy Osborne married Sir William Temple, a man with whom she had carried on a lengthy clandestine courtship that was largely epistolary in nature. It is for her letters to Temple, which were witty, progressive and socially illuminating, that Osborne is remembered. Only Osborne's side of the correspondence survived and comprises a collection of seventy-seven letters held in the British Library. (Summary from Wikipedia)<BR><BR>Note: This reading contains all the letters in the correspondence but leaves out the editorial comments.</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/love-letters-of-dorothy-osborne-by-dorothy-osborne/ |
lively interesting important collection 17th century love letters written english lady background civil war restoration summary hefyd br br after refusing long string suitors put forth family including cousin thomas osborne henry cromwell son lord protector oliver cromwell sir justinian isham 1655 dorothy osborne married sir william temple man carried lengthy clandestine courtship largely epistolary nature letters temple witty progressive socially illuminating osborne remembered osborne s side correspondence survived comprises collection seventy seven letters held british library summary wikipedia br br note reading contains letters correspondence leaves editorial comments p |
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7626 |
8237 |
Rainy Day |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 25 recordings of The Rainy Day by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 29, 2013. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainy-day-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 25 recordings rainy day henry wadsworth longfellow weekly poetry project september 29 2013 summary diana majlinger p |
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2213 |
2540 |
Odyssee |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Odyssee von Homer (vermutlich gegen Ende des 8. Jahrhunderts v. Chr.)\n\nEin Meisterwerk. Gilt als eines der ältesteten erhaltenen Werke der abendländischen Literatur. Voß übersetzte das die Erlebnisse des Odysseus und seiner Gefährten auf der Heimfahrt nach dem Trojanischen Krieg erzählende Epos aus dem Altgriechischen ins Deutsche (erschienen 1781). Aufgrund dieses Werkes bezeichnet man im Deutschen mit Odyssee, wie mit dem entsprechenden Wort in vielen anderen Sprachen, eine Irrfahrt. (Zusammenfassung von redaer) </p> |
German |
1781 |
https://librivox.org/odyssee-by-homer/ |
p odyssee von homer vermutlich gegen ende des 8 jahrhunderts v chr ein meisterwerk gilt als eines der ältesteten erhaltenen werke der abendländischen literatur voß übersetzte das die erlebnisse des odysseus und seiner gefährten auf der heimfahrt nach dem trojanischen krieg erzählende epos aus dem altgriechischen ins deutsche erschienen 1781 aufgrund dieses werkes bezeichnet man im deutschen mit odyssee wie mit dem entsprechenden wort vielen anderen sprachen eine irrfahrt zusammenfassung von redaer p |
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2214 |
2541 |
Grey Woman |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A "Bluebeard" story in which a young woman marries a man whom she discovers has killed his previous wives and is trying to kill her as well. (Summary by Jane Greensmith)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-grey-woman-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
bluebeard story young woman marries man discovers killed previous wives trying kill well summary jane greensmith p |
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2215 |
2543 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 14 - The War With the United States: A Chronicle of 1812 |
William Wood |
Modern (19th C) |
"International disputes that end in war are not generally questions of absolute right and wrong. They may quite as well be questions of opposing rights. But, when there are rights on both sides; it is usually found that the side which takes the initiative is moved by its national desires as well as by its claims of right.\n<BR><BR>\nThis could hardly be better exemplified than by the vexed questions which brought about the War of 1812."\n<BR><BR>\nThis volume of the Chronicles of Canada series explains both the causes of the War of 1812 and the campaigns of the war from a primarily Canadian viewpoint, a perspective that is very often missed in writings on this Americo-British conflict. (By Sibella)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-volume-14-the-war-with-the-united-states-a-chronicle-of-1812/ |
international disputes end war generally questions absolute right wrong may quite well questions opposing rights but rights sides usually found side takes initiative moved national desires well claims right br br could hardly better exemplified vexed questions brought war 1812 br br volume chronicles canada series explains causes war 1812 campaigns war primarily canadian viewpoint perspective often missed writings americo british conflict by sibella p |
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2216 |
2544 |
History of the Britons |
Nennius |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
One of the earliest recorded histories of Britain; Nennius wrote the book around 796BC. These days Nennius is recognised as being a teller, and embellisher, of historic characters and events; but his book is notable as one of the earliest that mention Arthur (of Arthurian legend). (Summary by Alan Stealey)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-britons-historia-brittonum-by-nennius/ |
one earliest recorded histories britain nennius wrote book around 796bc days nennius recognised teller embellisher historic characters events book notable one earliest mention arthur of arthurian legend summary alan stealey p |
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2217 |
2545 |
Rob Roy |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Rob Roy is a historical novel by Walter Scott. It is narrated by Frank Osbaldistone, the son of an English merchant who travels first to the North of England, and subsequently to the Scottish Highlands to collect a debt stolen from his father. On the way he encounters the larger-than-life title character of Rob Roy MacGregor. Though Rob Roy is not the lead character (in fact the narrative does not move to Scotland until half way through the book) his personality and actions are key to the development of the novel. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/rob-roy-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p rob roy historical novel walter scott narrated frank osbaldistone son english merchant travels first north england subsequently scottish highlands collect debt stolen father way encounters larger than life title character rob roy macgregor though rob roy lead character in fact narrative move scotland half way book personality actions key development novel summary wikipedia p |
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2218 |
2546 |
Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775 |
Abraham Tomlinson |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>"Perceiving that much of the intrinsic value of these Journals would consist in a proper understanding of the historical facts to which allusions are made in them, I prevailed upon Mr. LOSSING, the well-known author of the "_Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution_" to illustrate and elucidate these diaries by explanatory notes. His name is a sufficient guaranty for their accuracy and general usefulness" (Summary from the introduction)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-military-journals-of-two-private-soldiers-1758-1775-by-abraham-tomlinson/ |
p perceiving much intrinsic value journals would consist proper understanding historical facts allusions made them prevailed upon mr lossing well known author _pictorial field book revolution_ illustrate elucidate diaries explanatory notes name sufficient guaranty accuracy general usefulness summary introduction p |
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2219 |
2547 |
Trips to the Moon |
Lucian of Samosata |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Epistolary Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>The endeavour of small Greek historians to add interest to their work by magnifying the exploits of their countrymen, and piling wonder upon wonder, Lucian first condemned in his <em>Instructions for Writing History</em>, and then caricatured in his <em>True History</em>, wherein is contained the account of a trip to the moon, a piece which must have been enjoyed by Rabelais, which suggested to Cyrano de Bergerac his Voyages to the Moon and to the Sun, and insensibly contributed, perhaps, directly or through Bergerac, to the conception of <em>Gulliver’s Travels</em>. The <em>Icaro-Menippus Dialogue</em> describes another trip to the moon, though its satire is more especially directed against the philosophers. (Summary from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1780 |
https://librivox.org/trips-to-the-moon-by-lucian-of-samosata/ |
p the endeavour small greek historians add interest work magnifying exploits countrymen piling wonder upon wonder lucian first condemned em instructions writing history em caricatured em true history em wherein contained account trip moon piece must enjoyed rabelais suggested cyrano de bergerac voyages moon sun insensibly contributed perhaps directly bergerac conception em gulliver s travels em em icaro menippus dialogue em describes another trip moon though satire especially directed philosophers summary introduction p |
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2220 |
2548 |
Dictionnaire des idées reçues |
Gustave Flaubert |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Le « Dictionnaire des idées reçues » : recueil d’exemples de l’intelligence humaine qui se dépasse elle-même. Les temps changent ; ce genre d’intelligence, non. Flaubert nous fait des clins d’œil depuis sa tombe – et ceci durera certainement jusqu’à la fin des temps…<br/> (Par Didier)</p> |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dictionnaire-des-idees-recues-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
p le dictionnaire des idées reçues recueil d exemples de l intelligence humaine qui se dépasse elle même les temps changent ce genre d intelligence non flaubert nous fait des clins d œil depuis sa tombe et ceci durera certainement jusqu à la fin des temps br par didier p |
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2221 |
2549 |
Flaming Jewel |
Robert W. Chambers |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
During the last two years, Fate, Chance, and Destiny had been too busy to attend to Mike Clinch. But now his turn was coming in the Eternal Sequence of things. The stars in their courses indicated the beginning of the undoing of Mike Clinch. In the North Woods, mayhem ensues as three parties vie for possession of the Flaming Jewel.<BR><BR>\n\n Become immersed in the chasing and slinking to determine who will possess this famed jewel. Better than typical adventure writing magnificently describe the 19th Century Northeastern US in this great novel. (Summary by Wyatt Erickson) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-flaming-jewel-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
last two years fate chance destiny busy attend mike clinch turn coming eternal sequence things stars courses indicated beginning undoing mike clinch north woods mayhem ensues three parties vie possession flaming jewel br br become immersed chasing slinking determine possess famed jewel better typical adventure writing magnificently describe 19th century northeastern us great novel summary wyatt erickson p |
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2222 |
2551 |
Tale of Grandfather Mole |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey (1877 – 1949) was the author of more than forty children's books.\nBailey's writing has been described thusly by the Newark Evening News: "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar."\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-grandfather-mole-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey 1877 1949 author forty children s books bailey s writing described thusly newark evening news mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers made habit never write down children frequently used words beyond average juvenile vocabulary believing youngsters respond stimulus unfamiliar |
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2223 |
2552 |
High Adventure A Narrative of Air Fighting in France |
James Norman Hall |
War & Military |
<p>High Adventure A Narrative of Air Fighting in France by James Norman Hall; you will find this book although an exciting narrative has an unpolished feel because it was published in June of 1918 while Mr. Hall was a captive in a German POW camp. When he was captured behind enemy lines, the book was still a work in progress. The Armistice would not be reached until November of that year.</p><p>Although he does not mention it in this book, Mr. Hall had already served the better part of 15 months with the British Expeditionary Forces, surviving the battle of Loos in Sept – Oct 1915, and upon which his excellent work “Kitchener’s” Mob is Based.</p><p>The US did not enter the war until April 1917, and Hall had already served nearly three years as an American with British and French forces, as a machine gunner with the British, and as a pilot in the Lafayette Escadrille.</p><p>Pilot training in the French Air Corps was primarily a matter of survival. Visualize if you will, a class of “Penguins”, aircraft with wings too short for flight scurrying about the airfield as student pilots learn to control these machines with no instructor on board, and for that matter in Mr. Halls case there was never an instructor on board. Their solo flight was their first flight. They learned by doing.</p><p>The sheer joy and wonder of man’s early experience of leaving the bounds of Earth in an aircraft coupled with the danger and excitement of air combat made “High Adventure” such a good read, I completed the narration ahead of schedule, because I couldn’t put it down.</p><p>Mike Vendetti, Narrator, www.mikevendetti.com</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/high-adventure-a-narrative-of-air-fighting-in-france/ |
p high adventure narrative air fighting france james norman hall find book although exciting narrative unpolished feel published june 1918 mr hall captive german pow camp captured behind enemy lines book still work progress armistice would reached november year p p although mention book mr hall already served better part 15 months british expeditionary forces surviving battle loos sept oct 1915 upon excellent work kitchener s mob based p p the us enter war april 1917 hall already served nearly three years american british french forces machine gunner british pilot lafayette escadrille p p pilot training french air corps primarily matter survival visualize will class penguins aircraft wings short flight scurrying airfield student pilots learn control machines instructor board matter mr halls case never instructor board solo flight first flight learned doing p p the sheer joy wonder man s early experience leaving bounds earth aircraft coupled danger excitement air combat made high adventure good read completed narration ahead schedule couldn t put down p p mike vendetti narrator www mikevendetti com p |
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2224 |
2553 |
Soup of Alphabets, Volume 003 |
Various |
Poetry, Reference |
<p>This third "stove-top" full of Alphabet Soups --again-- runs the fullest gamut! It ranges from country scenes (Alphabets of Fruits, Birds, Animals and "Country Scenes"), to just plain silliness (Absurd ABCs and Lear's Nonsense Alphabet #5), and finally, topical subjects (the Anti-Slavery Alphabet, the Alphabet of Celebrities --a list quite different when compared to our current crew-- and an Alphabet of Old Testament History). Have fun, and be sure to tune in for the fourth volume, which promises to break new ground in Alphabet Books! (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/soup-of-alphabets-volume-003/ |
p this third stove top full alphabet soups again runs fullest gamut ranges country scenes alphabets fruits birds animals country scenes plain silliness absurd abcs lear s nonsense alphabet 5 finally topical subjects the anti slavery alphabet alphabet celebrities a list quite different compared current crew alphabet old testament history fun sure tune fourth volume promises break new ground alphabet books summary denny sayers p |
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2225 |
2555 |
Second Jungle Book |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure |
Kipling shows his love of the sub continent and its people and understanding of their beliefs in these tales. An older Mowgli roams the jungle with his old friends and investigates the ways of his people, a Prime Minister becomes a wandering holy man, scavengers tell their tale and we leave India for the far,far north of Canada. (Summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-jungle-book-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
kipling shows love sub continent people understanding beliefs tales older mowgli roams jungle old friends investigates ways people prime minister becomes wandering holy man scavengers tell tale leave india far far north canada summary annise p |
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2226 |
2556 |
Willows |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A tale of horror in which a pleasant sojourn down the Danube tumbles terrifyingly awry as the veil between this world and an unfathomably weird dimension is inadvertently pierced by an innocent pair of vacationers, "The Willows", arguably Algernon Blackwood's seminal contribution to supernatural literature, has had a lasting influence on the field. No less a personage than H. P. Lovecraft describing it as "...the greatest weird tale ever written." A reading will reveal a clear influence to one familiar with Lovecraft's work. The masterful handling of mystery and suspense that build to a quite satisfyingly unnerving crescendo may be particularly noted by the discerning aficionado of the genre.(Summary by Michael T. Robinson)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-willows-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
tale horror pleasant sojourn danube tumbles terrifyingly awry veil world unfathomably weird dimension inadvertently pierced innocent pair vacationers the willows arguably algernon blackwood s seminal contribution supernatural literature lasting influence field less personage h p lovecraft describing the greatest weird tale ever written reading reveal clear influence one familiar lovecraft s work masterful handling mystery suspense build quite satisfyingly unnerving crescendo may particularly noted discerning aficionado genre summary michael t robinson p |
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2228 |
2558 |
Uncle Silas |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Uncle Silas is a Victorian Gothic mystery/thriller novel by the Anglo-Irish writer J. Sheridan Le Fanu. It is notable as one of the earliest examples of the locked room mystery subgenre. It is not a novel of the supernatural (despite a few creepily ambiguous touches), but does show a strong interest in the occult and in the ideas of Swedenborg. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-silas-by-j-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
p uncle silas victorian gothic mystery thriller novel anglo irish writer j sheridan le fanu notable one earliest examples locked room mystery subgenre novel supernatural despite creepily ambiguous touches show strong interest occult ideas swedenborg summary wikipedia p |
| 2251 |
2229 |
2559 |
First Apology of Justin Martyr |
Saint Justin Martyr |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>The purpose of the <i>Apology</i> is to prove to the emperors, renowned as upright and philosophical men, the injustice of the persecution of the Christians, who are the representatives of true philosophy … Christians are the true worshipers of God, the Creator of all things; they offer him the only sacrifices worthy of him, those of prayer and thanksgiving, and are taught by his Son, to whom they assign a place next in honor to him. This teaching leads them to perfect morality, as shown in their teacher's words and their own lives, and founded on their belief in the resurrection. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-apology-by-martyr/ |
p the purpose i apology i prove emperors renowned upright philosophical men injustice persecution christians representatives true philosophy christians true worshipers god creator things offer sacrifices worthy him prayer thanksgiving taught son assign place next honor him teaching leads perfect morality shown teacher s words lives founded belief resurrection summary wikipedia p |
| 2252 |
2230 |
2560 |
Life of Cicero, Vol. II |
Anthony Trollope |
Biography & Autobiography |
Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43BC) was an orator, statesman, philosopher and prolific correspondent, who rose as a ‘new man’ in Rome in the turbulent last years of its republican government. Anthony Trollope, best known as a novelist, admired Cicero greatly and wrote this biography late in life in order to argue his virtues against authors who had granted him literary greatness but questioned his strength as a politician and as a man. He takes a personal approach, affording us an insight into his own mind and times as well as those of his subject. <br /><br />This second volume of two covers his last years, BC 57-43 and the personal and political upheavals that surrounded them: the civil war between Caesar and Pompey, the death of his daughter Tullia, Caesar's dictatorship and assassination, Cicero's antagonism against Antony in the Philippics and his final struggle for the republic. Having used Cicero's letters and speeches to guide his biography, Trollope treats his other works (what he terms 'moral essays', and works on philosophy and rhetoric), and his religious beliefs, in separate chapters at the end of this volume, to which is also appended his own translation of Cicero's 'Dream of Scipio' from the <i>De re publica</i>.\n(Summary by Philippa)<BR><BR> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-cicero-vol-ii-by-anthony-trollope/ |
marcus tullius cicero 106 43bc orator statesman philosopher prolific correspondent rose new man rome turbulent last years republican government anthony trollope best known novelist admired cicero greatly wrote biography late life order argue virtues authors granted literary greatness questioned strength politician man takes personal approach affording us insight mind times well subject br br this second volume two covers last years bc 57 43 personal political upheavals surrounded them civil war caesar pompey death daughter tullia caesar s dictatorship assassination cicero s antagonism antony philippics final struggle republic used cicero s letters speeches guide biography trollope treats works what terms moral essays works philosophy rhetoric religious beliefs separate chapters end volume also appended translation cicero s dream scipio i de publica i summary philippa br br |
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2231 |
2561 |
Stories of King Arthur and His Knights |
Uriel Waldo Cutler |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Stories of King Arthur and His Knights\nretold from Malory's "Morte dArthur" (Full title of book)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-king-arthur-and-his-knights-by-u-waldo-cutler/ |
p stories king arthur knights retold malory s morte darthur full title book p |
| 2254 |
2232 |
2562 |
War and Peace, Book 10: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir”) is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy’s two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world’s greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy’s time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-10-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 2255 |
2233 |
2563 |
Short Poetry Collection 072 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of October 2008.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-072/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month october 2008 p |
| 2256 |
2234 |
2564 |
Sonetos - Poemas de Amor |
Luís Vaz de Camões |
Poetry, Romance |
<p>Luís Vaz de Camões (c. 1524 — 10 de Junho de 1580) é frequentemente considerado como o maior poeta de língua portuguesa e dos maiores da Humanidade. O seu gênio é comparável ao de Virgílio, Dante, Cervantes ou Shakespeare.<br><br> A obra lírica de Camões foi publicada como "Rimas", não havendo acordo entre os diferentes editores quanto ao número de sonetos escritos pelo poeta e quanto à autoria de algumas das peças líricas. Alguns dos seus sonetos, como o conhecido "Amor é fogo que arde sem se ver", pela ousada utilização dos paradoxos, prenunciam o Barroco. <br><br> Nesta coleção, apresentamos uma recolha de Sonetos de Camões cujo tema é o amor. (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)<p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sonetos-poemas-de-amor-by-luis-vaz-de-camoes/ |
p luís vaz de camões c 1524 10 de junho de 1580 é frequentemente considerado como maior poeta de língua portuguesa e dos maiores da humanidade seu gênio é comparável ao de virgílio dante cervantes ou shakespeare br br obra lírica de camões foi publicada como rimas não havendo acordo entre os diferentes editores quanto ao número de sonetos escritos pelo poeta e quanto à autoria de algumas das peças líricas alguns dos seus sonetos como conhecido amor é fogo que arde sem se ver pela ousada utilização dos paradoxos prenunciam barroco br br nesta coleção apresentamos uma recolha de sonetos de camões cujo tema é amor sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
| 2257 |
2261 |
2592 |
Sea-Witch |
Maturin Murray Ballou |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
<p>Maturin Murray Ballou was the author of dozens of books, chiefly centered around his extensive sea travel. He was deputy navy-agent in the Boston Custom House and circumnavigated in 1882, collecting material for several travel accounts and various nautical romances, amongst which <i>The Sea-Witch</i> can be counted. (Summary by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-witch-by-maturin-murray-ballou/ |
p maturin murray ballou author dozens books chiefly centered around extensive sea travel deputy navy agent boston custom house circumnavigated 1882 collecting material several travel accounts various nautical romances amongst i the sea witch i counted summary gesine p |
| 2258 |
2235 |
2565 |
William the Conqueror |
Jacob Abbott |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to William the Conqueror. (Summary from the preface of the book) </p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/william-the-conqueror-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated william conqueror summary preface book p |
| 2259 |
2236 |
2566 |
Biography of a Grizzly |
Ernest Thompson Seton |
Animals & Nature |
I first read this little book when I was in the fifth grade, and now more than fifty years later, I still find it fascinating. Ernest Thompson Seton was a man with a concern for nature her creatures and an excellent story teller. I could almost feel Wahb, the great grizzly’s pain and frustration as he tried to avoid contact with humans and just be left alone to carry out his bear business. Listening to this audio book will be an hour and a half well spent. Summary by Mike Vendetti, Narrator.<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-biography-of-a-grizzly/ |
first read little book fifth grade fifty years later still find fascinating ernest thompson seton man concern nature creatures excellent story teller could almost feel wahb great grizzly s pain frustration tried avoid contact humans left alone carry bear business listening audio book hour half well spent summary mike vendetti narrator p |
| 2260 |
2237 |
2567 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 06 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le sixième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.</p><p> This is the sixth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.<br> (Summary by Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-06-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-0901/ |
p voici le sixième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p sixth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society br summary ezwa br |
| 2261 |
2238 |
2568 |
Comédie Humaine: Les Comédiens sans le savoir |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<p>Sylvestre Palafox-Castel-Gazonnal, dit Gazonnal, « monte » à Paris pour régler un procès qui l’oppose au préfet de son département, les Pyrénées-Orientales, et qui a été transféré au Conseil d'État. Les aventures du personnage principal sont prétexte à la présentation d’une galerie de portraits balzaciens qui vont de la « lorette » (le rat d’Opéra Ninette), au directeur de journal (Théodore Gaillard), du concierge Ravenouillet à la marchande à la toilette (Madame Nourrisson). <br/>(Résumé par Wikipédia)</p> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/les-comediens-sans-le-savoir-by-honore-de-balzac-0811/ |
p sylvestre palafox castel gazonnal dit gazonnal monte à paris pour régler un procès qui l oppose au préfet de son département les pyrénées orientales et qui été transféré au conseil d état les aventures du personnage principal sont prétexte à la présentation d une galerie de portraits balzaciens qui vont de la lorette le rat d opéra ninette au directeur de journal théodore gaillard du concierge ravenouillet à la marchande à la toilette madame nourrisson br résumé par wikipédia p |
| 2262 |
2239 |
2569 |
Southern Arabia |
Theodore Bent |
Travel & Geography |
Southern Arabia recounts a threatening four-month journey into North Eastern Ethiopia by the Bents. These brave travelers were the first to travel without disguise in a region where Westerners had formerly been fortunate to escape with their lives. (Summary by Woolly Bee) </p>\n\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/southern-arabia-by-theodore-bent/ |
southern arabia recounts threatening four month journey north eastern ethiopia bents brave travelers first travel without disguise region westerners formerly fortunate escape lives summary woolly bee p |
| 2263 |
2240 |
2570 |
In der Strafkolonie |
Franz Kafka |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>In der Strafkolonie ist eine Erzählung von Franz Kafka, die im Oktober 1914 entstand und 1919 veröffentlicht wurde. Einem Forschungsreisenden wird das Rechtssystem einer Strafkolonie vorgeführt. Es besteht darin, dass jeder Angeklagte unabhängig von seiner Schuld von einem Apparat in minutiösem Ablauf stundenlang gefoltert und dann getötet wird. Den Apparat beschreibt Kafka als überdimensionalen Parlograph in der Funktionsweise eines Phonographen mit vibrierender Metallplatte und Nadel. Dieser Apparat ist der Hauptgegenstand der Erzählung, er repräsentiert die Einheit von Schrift und Tod. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-der-strafkolonie-by-franz-kafka/ |
p in der strafkolonie ist eine erzählung von franz kafka die im oktober 1914 entstand und 1919 veröffentlicht wurde einem forschungsreisenden wird das rechtssystem einer strafkolonie vorgeführt es besteht darin dass jeder angeklagte unabhängig von seiner schuld von einem apparat minutiösem ablauf stundenlang gefoltert und dann getötet wird den apparat beschreibt kafka als überdimensionalen parlograph der funktionsweise eines phonographen mit vibrierender metallplatte und nadel dieser apparat ist der hauptgegenstand der erzählung er repräsentiert die einheit von schrift und tod summary wikipedia p |
| 2264 |
2248 |
2578 |
Story of the Other Wise Man |
Henry van Dyke |
*Non-fiction, House & Home, Religion |
<p>You know the story of the Three Wise Men of the East, and how they travelled from far away to offer their gifts at the manger-cradle in Bethlehem. But have you ever heard the story of the Other Wise Man, who also saw the star in its rising, and set out to follow it, yet did not arrive with his brethren in the presence of the young child Jesus? Of the great desire of this fourth pilgrim, and how it was denied, yet accomplished in the denial; of his many wanderings and the probations of his soul; of the long way of his seeking, and the strange way of his finding, the One whom he sought—I would tell the tale as I have heard fragments of it in the Hall of Dreams, in the palace of the Heart of Man. (Summary written by Henry van Dyke.)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-other-wise-man-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
p you know story three wise men east travelled far away offer gifts manger cradle bethlehem ever heard story wise man also saw star rising set follow it yet arrive brethren presence young child jesus great desire fourth pilgrim denied yet accomplished denial many wanderings probations soul long way seeking strange way finding one sought i would tell tale heard fragments hall dreams palace heart man summary written henry van dyke p |
| 2265 |
2241 |
2571 |
Dombey and Son (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Dombey and Son is a novel by the Victorian author Charles Dickens. The story concerns Paul Dombey, the wealthy owner of the shipping company of the book's title, whose dream is to have a son to continue his business. The book begins when his son is born, and Dombey's wife dies shortly after giving birth.</p>\n\nAs with most of Dickens' work, a number of socially significant themes are to be found in this book. In particular the book deals with the then-prevalent common practice of arranged marriages for financial gain. Other themes to be detected within this work include child cruelty (particularly in Dombey's treatment of Florence), familial relationships, and as ever in Dickens, betrayal and deceit and the consequences thereof. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/dombey-and-son-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
dombey son novel victorian author charles dickens story concerns paul dombey wealthy owner shipping company book s title whose dream son continue business book begins son born dombey s wife dies shortly giving birth p dickens work number socially significant themes found book particular book deals then prevalent common practice arranged marriages financial gain themes detected within work include child cruelty particularly dombey s treatment florence familial relationships ever dickens betrayal deceit consequences thereof wikipedia p |
| 2266 |
2242 |
2572 |
Last Trail |
Zane Grey |
Westerns |
Return with us to those thrilling days of yesteryear as Mike Vendetti narrates this early Zane Grey novel of hardy pioneers taming the wild west. Yes, despite the difficult times, romance flourishes and the bad guys are eliminated almost single handedly as our heroes Jonathan Zane and his sidekick Lew “Deathwind” Wetzel fight their way through mud, blood, gore, savage Indians, and despicable outlaws, to make the land safe for pioneer families as they settle the wild west. Summary by Mike Vendetti.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-trail/ |
return us thrilling days yesteryear mike vendetti narrates early zane grey novel hardy pioneers taming wild west yes despite difficult times romance flourishes bad guys eliminated almost single handedly heroes jonathan zane sidekick lew deathwind wetzel fight way mud blood gore savage indians despicable outlaws make land safe pioneer families settle wild west summary mike vendetti p |
| 2267 |
2243 |
2573 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 06 (ver 3) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p><em>« Il arrivera possible que mon travail fera naître à d’autres personnes l’envie de porter la chose plus loin »</em> affirmait La Fontaine dans la préface de son premier recueil des fables.</p> <p>Effectivement, l'ensemble des fables du moraliste est si vaste et d'une telle richesse qu'il a fait naître en moi l'envie de vous proposer ma lecture du livre 6. Fut-elle parcellaire, modeste, j'espère du moins qu'elle vous apportera autant de joie que j'ai eu à la réaliser.</p> <p>(par Sylvie)</p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-de-la-fontaine-livre-06-sm-0904/ |
p em il arrivera possible que mon travail fera naître à d autres personnes l envie de porter la chose plus loin em affirmait la fontaine dans la préface de son premier recueil des fables p p effectivement l ensemble des fables du moraliste est si vaste et d une telle richesse qu il fait naître en moi l envie de vous proposer lecture du livre 6 fut elle parcellaire modeste j espère du moins qu elle vous apportera autant de joie que j ai eu à la réaliser p p par sylvie p |
| 2268 |
2244 |
2574 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2008 |
Various |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
<p>The multilingual <i>Christmas Short Works Collection 2008</i>, containing public domain short stories, essays, poems, hymns, and scripture passages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2008/ |
p the multilingual i christmas short works collection 2008 i containing public domain short stories essays poems hymns scripture passages recorded variety librivox members p |
| 2269 |
2245 |
2575 |
East Lynne |
Mrs. Henry Wood |
General Fiction |
<p>Ellen Wood (1814-1887) was an English novelist, better known as Mrs. Henry Wood. She wrote over 30 novels, many of which (especially East Lynne which was a Victorian best seller and is still sometimes performed as a drama) enjoyed remarkable popularity. </p>\n\nLady Isabel Carlyle, a beautiful and refined young woman, leaves her hard-working but neglectful lawyer-husband and her infant children to elope with an aristocratic suitor. After he deserts her, and she bears their illegitimate child, Lady Isabel disguises herself and takes the position of governess in the household of her husband and his new wife". \nSummary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/east-lynne-by-mrs-henry-wood/ |
p ellen wood 1814 1887 english novelist better known mrs henry wood wrote 30 novels many especially east lynne victorian best seller still sometimes performed drama enjoyed remarkable popularity p lady isabel carlyle beautiful refined young woman leaves hard working neglectful lawyer husband infant children elope aristocratic suitor deserts her bears illegitimate child lady isabel disguises takes position governess household husband new wife summary wikipedia p |
| 2270 |
2246 |
2576 |
Boule de suif |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction |
<p>Douze nouvelles dans lesquelles Guy de Maupassant pose un regard ironique, voire pessimiste, sur la société française de la fin du XIXe siècle. <br/>(Par Didier)</p> |
French |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/boule-de-suif-by-guy-de-maupassant-0904/ |
p douze nouvelles dans lesquelles guy de maupassant pose un regard ironique voire pessimiste sur la société française de la fin du xixe siècle br par didier p |
| 2271 |
2247 |
2577 |
Nariz de un notario |
Edmond About |
General Fiction |
Maese Alfredo L'Ambert, antes de recibir el golpe fatal que le obligó a cambiar de narices, era sin duda alguna el notario más notable de Francia. En la época aquella contaba treinta y dos años; era de elevada estatura, y poseía unos ojos grandes y rasgados, una frente despejada y olímpica, y su barba y sus cabellos eran de un rubio admirable. Su nariz (la parte más prominente de su cuerpo), se retorcía majestuosa en forma de pico de águila.<BR/><BR/>Una disputa en la alta sociedad parisina, sin embargo, obligará a Alfredo L’Ambert a poner en juego todos sus principios. Esta es la historia de una pequeña tragedia humana, contada con hilaridad, humor negro e ironía. <p> |
Spanish |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/la-nariz-de-un-notario-by-edmond-about/ |
maese alfredo l ambert antes de recibir el golpe fatal que le obligó cambiar de narices era sin duda alguna el notario más notable de francia en la época aquella contaba treinta dos años era de elevada estatura poseía unos ojos grandes rasgados una frente despejada olímpica su barba sus cabellos eran de un rubio admirable su nariz la parte más prominente de su cuerpo se retorcía majestuosa en forma de pico de águila br br una disputa en la alta sociedad parisina sin embargo obligará alfredo l ambert poner en juego todos sus principios esta es la historia de una pequeña tragedia humana contada con hilaridad humor negro e ironía p |
| 2272 |
2262 |
2594 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 012 |
Various |
Poetry |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-volume-012/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 2273 |
2249 |
2579 |
Manalive |
G. K. Chesterton |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The flying blast struck London just where it scales the northern heights, terrace above terrace, as precipitous as Edinburgh. It was round about this place that some poet, probably drunk, looked up astonished at all those streets gone skywards, and (thinking vaguely of glaciers and roped mountaineers) gave it the name of Swiss Cottage, which it has never been able to shake off. At some stage of those heights a terrace of tall gray houses, mostly empty and almost as desolate as the Grampians, curved round at the western end, so that the last building, a boarding establishment called "Beacon House," offered abruptly to the sunset its high, narrow and towering termination, like the prow of some deserted ship. (Summary by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/manalive-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p the flying blast struck london scales northern heights terrace terrace precipitous edinburgh round place poet probably drunk looked astonished streets gone skywards thinking vaguely glaciers roped mountaineers gave name swiss cottage never able shake off stage heights terrace tall gray houses mostly empty almost desolate grampians curved round western end last building boarding establishment called beacon house offered abruptly sunset high narrow towering termination like prow deserted ship summary gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2274 |
2250 |
2580 |
Стихотворения (Stihotvorenia) |
Mara Belcheva |
Single author |
<p>Четири кратки творби от поетесата Мара Белчева (8 септември 1868, Севлиево – 16 март 1937, София), посветени на човешката близост и доверие. Изповедното начало, характерно за ранните стихове на поетесата, по-късно се свързва с размисъл върху вечните човешки въпроси. Поетесата изповядва християнските добродетели и се уповава на тях, мисълта за Бога става една от доминантите в творбите ѝ. Висока нравственост, спокойно мечтателно-носталгично любовно чувство, дирене на хармония в съществуването определят облика на творчеството ѝ. <br/>(Summary by Euthymius, based on the Wikipedia article on the poetess.)</p> |
Bulgarian |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/stihotvorenia-by-mara-belcheva/ |
p четири кратки творби от поетесата мара белчева 8 септември 1868 севлиево 16 март 1937 софия посветени на човешката близост и доверие изповедното начало характерно за ранните стихове на поетесата по късно се свързва с размисъл върху вечните човешки въпроси поетесата изповядва християнските добродетели и се уповава на тях мисълта за бога става една от доминантите в творбите и висока нравственост спокойно мечтателно носталгично любовно чувство дирене на хармония в съществуването определят облика на творчеството и br summary euthymius based wikipedia article poetess p |
| 2275 |
2251 |
2581 |
Danny's Own Story |
Don Marquis |
Humorous Fiction |
Danny is the proverbial basket-on-the-doorstep baby, found by Hank and Elmira Walters, a childless couple who welcome him into their home because they need a new topic over which to bicker. Bicker they do, and fight just as often, from the day they attempt to settle on a name, to the day eighteen years later, when Danny and Hank come to blows and Danny leaves home in company with Dr. Kirby, bottler and supplier of the miracle elixir, Siwash Indian Sagraw. For years Danny wanders aimlessly--from Illinois to Indiana to Ohio, back to Illinois, then into Tennessee and points south--sometimes in company with Dr. Kirby, sometimes alone; sometimes working as a circus roustabout, wild man from Borneo, or Patagonian cannibal; sometimes only bumming around, but always feeling inextricably bound to Dr. Kirby, as though by fate. At last, as in most comedies, all problems are resolved when Danny finds contentment with his true parents, and Dr. Kirby is helped to find the lost love after which he has quested for the greater portion of his life. --Book Review Digest, 1912</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/dannys-own-story-by-don-marquis/ |
danny proverbial basket on the doorstep baby found hank elmira walters childless couple welcome home need new topic bicker bicker do fight often day attempt settle name day eighteen years later danny hank come blows danny leaves home company dr kirby bottler supplier miracle elixir siwash indian sagraw years danny wanders aimlessly from illinois indiana ohio back illinois tennessee points south sometimes company dr kirby sometimes alone sometimes working circus roustabout wild man borneo patagonian cannibal sometimes bumming around always feeling inextricably bound dr kirby though fate last comedies problems resolved danny finds contentment true parents dr kirby helped find lost love quested greater portion life book review digest 1912 p |
| 2276 |
2252 |
2583 |
Ester Ried |
Pansy |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name "Pansy."\nEster Ried's life is a dull monotony of toiling at her family's boardinghouse. She's overworked, jealous and cranky, a poor example of a Christian to her family and associates. She awakens to a new attitude and commitment due to an extended visit with her cousin. (Summary written by Tricia G)<br><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/julia-ried-by-isabella-alden/">Julia Ried</a><br><br> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/ester-ried-by-isabella-alden/ |
authored isabella m alden pen name pansy ester ried s life dull monotony toiling family s boardinghouse overworked jealous cranky poor example christian family associates awakens new attitude commitment due extended visit cousin summary written tricia g br br next book series a href http librivox org julia ried by isabella alden julia ried a br br |
| 2277 |
2260 |
2591 |
Great Expectations |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Literary Fiction |
This classic tale tells of an orphan, Pip, who through a series of strange circumstances first finds a trade as a blacksmith's apprentice and then learns that he has "great expectations" of a future inheritance from an anonymous benefactor. He soon learns to live the profligate life of a gentleman as he gradually sheds his associations with the gentle souls of his past, Joe (the blacksmith) and Biddy (a level-headed young lady). He throws his money at improving the prospects of his roommate and friend Herbert and his heart at an "ice princess" whose heart will never respond. But then an escaped convict from his distant past comes calling, and all Pip's hopes dissolve. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/great-expectations-by-charles-dickens/ |
classic tale tells orphan pip series strange circumstances first finds trade blacksmith s apprentice learns great expectations future inheritance anonymous benefactor soon learns live profligate life gentleman gradually sheds associations gentle souls past joe the blacksmith biddy a level headed young lady throws money improving prospects roommate friend herbert heart ice princess whose heart never respond escaped convict distant past comes calling pip s hopes dissolve summary mark f smith p |
| 2278 |
2253 |
2584 |
Bible (ASV) 27: Daniel |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Book of Daniel (דניאל), originally written in Hebrew and Aramaic, is a book in both the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) and the Christian Old Testament. The book is set during the Babylonian Captivity, a period when Jews were deported and exiled to Babylon following the Siege of Jerusalem of 597 BC. The book revolves around the figure of Daniel, an Israelite who becomes an adviser to Nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of Babylon from 605 BC - 562 BC. The book has two distinct parts: a series of six narratives (chapters one to six) and four apocalyptic visions (chapters seven to twelve). The narratives take the form of court stories which focus on tests of religious fidelity involving Daniel and his friends (chapters one, three and six), and Daniel's interpretation of royal dreams and visions (chapters two, four and five). In the second part of the book, Daniel recounts his reception of dreams, visions and angelic interpretations in the first person. <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-daniel-asv-ss/ |
p the book daniel דניאל originally written hebrew aramaic book hebrew bible tanakh christian old testament book set babylonian captivity period jews deported exiled babylon following siege jerusalem 597 bc book revolves around figure daniel israelite becomes adviser nebuchadnezzar ruler babylon 605 bc 562 bc book two distinct parts series six narratives chapters one six four apocalyptic visions chapters seven twelve narratives take form court stories focus tests religious fidelity involving daniel friends chapters one three six daniel s interpretation royal dreams visions chapters two four five second part book daniel recounts reception dreams visions angelic interpretations first person br summary wikipedia p |
| 2279 |
2254 |
2585 |
Chaos |
Gerald Nolst Trenité |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), Language learning |
"The Chaos" is a poem which demonstrates the irregularity of English spelling and pronunciation, written by Gerard Nolst Trenité (1870-1946), also known under the pseudonym Charivarius. It first appeared in an appendix to the author's 1920 textbook Drop Your Foreign Accent: engelsche uitspraakoefeningen. (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/the-chaos-by-gerard-nolst-trenite/ |
the chaos poem demonstrates irregularity english spelling pronunciation written gerard nolst trenité 1870 1946 also known pseudonym charivarius first appeared appendix author s 1920 textbook drop foreign accent engelsche uitspraakoefeningen from wikipedia p |
| 2280 |
2255 |
2586 |
Mounted police life in Canada : a record of thirty-one years' service (1916) |
Richard Burton Deane |
Memoirs |
Learn more about the famous and respected Royal Canadian Mounted Police. This book is the personal recollections of one ‘Mountie'; his life, experiences and trials as an officer in a new frontier – The Canadian Northwest. (Summary by Esther)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mounted-police-life-in-canada-a-record-of-thirty-one-years-service-1916/ |
learn famous respected royal canadian mounted police book personal recollections one mountie life experiences trials officer new frontier canadian northwest summary esther p |
| 2281 |
2256 |
2587 |
Black Moth |
Georgette Heyer |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>The year is 1752. Devil, the Duke of Andover, and highwayman Jack, the Earl of Wyncham are at odds over a country squire's beautiful daughter. Cheating at cards, the marital problems of the younger sister of the Duke and the younger brother of the Earl, and debts beyond imagination form the backdrop for this romance, Heyer's first work and the only one in the public domain. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-moth-by-georgette-heyer/ |
p the year 1752 devil duke andover highwayman jack earl wyncham odds country squire s beautiful daughter cheating cards marital problems younger sister duke younger brother earl debts beyond imagination form backdrop romance heyer s first work one public domain summary sibella denton p |
| 2282 |
2257 |
2588 |
Pirates of Panama |
Alexandre Exquemelin |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>This volume was originally written in Dutch by John Esquemeling, and first published in Amsterdam in 1678 under the title of De Americaeneche Zee Roovers. It immediately became very popular and this first hand history of the Buccaneers of America was soon translated into the principal European languages. The first English edition was printed in 1684. <br /><br /><ul><li>Esquemeling served the Buccaneers in the capacity of barber-surgeon, and was present at all their exploits. Little did he suspect that his first hand observations would some day be cherished as the only authentic and true history of the Buccaneers and Marooners of the Spanish Main.</li><li>From time to time new editions of this work have been published, but in many cases much new material, not always authentic, has been added and the result has been to mar the original narrative as set forth by Esquemeling. In arranging this edition, the original English text only has been used, and but few changes made by cutting out the long and tedious description of plant and animal life of the West Indies of which Esquemeling had only a smattering of truth. But, the history of Captain Morgan and his fellow buccaneers is here printed almost identical with the original English translation, and we believe it is the first time this history has been published in a suitable form for the juvenile reader with no loss of interest to the adult.</li></ul>(Summary excerpted from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/pirates-of-panama-by-alexandre-exquemelin/ |
p this volume originally written dutch john esquemeling first published amsterdam 1678 title de americaeneche zee roovers immediately became popular first hand history buccaneers america soon translated principal european languages first english edition printed 1684 br br ul li esquemeling served buccaneers capacity barber surgeon present exploits little suspect first hand observations would day cherished authentic true history buccaneers marooners spanish main li li from time time new editions work published many cases much new material always authentic added result mar original narrative set forth esquemeling arranging edition original english text used changes made cutting long tedious description plant animal life west indies esquemeling smattering truth but history captain morgan fellow buccaneers printed almost identical original english translation believe first time history published suitable form juvenile reader loss interest adult li ul summary excerpted introduction p |
| 2283 |
2258 |
2589 |
Discours sur l’origine et les fondements de l’inégalité parmi les hommes |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Political Science, Early Modern |
De l’inégalité parmi les hommes est un essai philosophique d’une centaine de pages environ, richement annoté par l’auteur, introduit par une lettre de louanges à la République de Genève ainsi que par une préface de l’auteur datée du 12 Juin 1754. </p> |
French |
1755 |
https://librivox.org/discours-sur-lorigine-et-les-fondements-de-linegalite-parmi-les-hommes-par-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
de l inégalité parmi les hommes est un essai philosophique d une centaine de pages environ richement annoté par l auteur introduit par une lettre de louanges à la république de genève ainsi que par une préface de l auteur datée du 12 juin 1754 p |
| 2284 |
2259 |
2590 |
History of the Christian Church During the First Six Centuries |
Samuel Cheetham |
Antiquity, Christianity - Other |
<p> The intention of this work is to provide a sketch of the History of the Church in the first six centuries of its existence, resting throughout on original authorities, and also giving references to the principal modern works which have dealt specially with its several portions. It is hoped that it may be found to supply a convenient summary for those who can give but little time to the study, and also to serve as a guide for those who desire to make themselves acquainted with the principal documents from which the History is drawn. (Introduction from book)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-christian-church-by-samuel-cheetham/ |
p intention work provide sketch history church first six centuries existence resting throughout original authorities also giving references principal modern works dealt specially several portions hoped may found supply convenient summary give little time study also serve guide desire make acquainted principal documents history drawn introduction book p |
| 2285 |
2629 |
2989 |
Bat |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction |
The novelization of the play of the same name that had an initial run of 867 shows on Broadway and has been performed all over the world and been made into three movies over a span from 1926 to 1959. An intricate mystery, with a wide cast of characters. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-bat-by-mary-roberts-reinhart/ |
novelization play name initial run 867 shows broadway performed world made three movies span 1926 1959 intricate mystery wide cast characters summary alan winterrowd p |
| 2286 |
2263 |
2595 |
Sekar Karya |
Various |
General Fiction |
Sekar Karya is a collection of public domain literary works, including poems and prose, in both the Modern and Old Javanese languages.<BR>Javanese: Sekar Karya yaiku koleksi kasastraan ing domain umum kelebu ing puisi lan prosa, iki ing basa jawa modhèrn lan basa jawa kuna.<BR>Indonesian: Sekar Karya adalah koleksi kesastraan dalam domain umum termasuk dalam puisi dan prosa, ini dalam bahasa jawa moderen dan bahasa jawa kuno.(Summary by Varra Unreal)</p> |
Javanese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sekar-karya/ |
sekar karya collection public domain literary works including poems prose modern old javanese languages br javanese sekar karya yaiku koleksi kasastraan ing domain umum kelebu ing puisi lan prosa iki ing basa jawa modhèrn lan basa jawa kuna br indonesian sekar karya adalah koleksi kesastraan dalam domain umum termasuk dalam puisi dan prosa ini dalam bahasa jawa moderen dan bahasa jawa kuno summary varra unreal p |
| 2287 |
2264 |
2596 |
Raven (Multilingual) |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
<p>The Raven, by Edgar Alan Poe, is one of the most famous poems ever written. First published in 1845, it was soon reprinted, illustrated, emulated, becoming one of the icons of American literature and giving its author immediate and lasting fame. Its popularity is represented in this collection, that brings together the original poem and a series of translations by various translators, who tried to bring the musicality, theme and atmosphere of "The Raven" to their native languages. (Summary by Leni)</p>\n<a href="http://www.archive.org/download/raven_multilingual_0903/raven_multilingual_booklet.pdf"> Texts of the translations in this collection as pdf</a></p> |
Multilingual |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-raven-multilingual-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p the raven edgar alan poe one famous poems ever written first published 1845 soon reprinted illustrated emulated becoming one icons american literature giving author immediate lasting fame popularity represented collection brings together original poem series translations various translators tried bring musicality theme atmosphere the raven native languages summary leni p a href http www archive org download raven_multilingual_0903 raven_multilingual_booklet pdf texts translations collection pdf a p |
| 2288 |
2265 |
2597 |
Nußknacker und Mausekönig |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Fantastic Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p>Ein weihnachtliches Märchen.<br>\nMarie Stahlbaum bekommt zu Weihnachten einen Nussknacker geschenkt, den sie gleich sehr lieb gewinnt. Noch in der Christnacht wird sie Zeuge, wie Leben in den Nussknacker und die anderen Spielzeuge kommt. Sie beobachtet eine Schlacht zwischen der Spielzeugarmee unter dem Kommando von Nussknacker und den feindlichen Mäusen, angeführt vom siebenköpfigen Mausekönig. Als sich das Schlachtenglück den Mäusen zuneigt, wirft sie ihren Pantoffel und rettet damit die Spielzeugarmee.<br>\nMarie ist überzeugt, dass ihr Nussknacker niemand anderes ist als der verzauberte Neffe ihres Paten Droßelmeier. Sie ist fest entschlossen, ihm gegen den Mausekönig beizustehen. (Summary by Hokuspokus)\n</p> |
German |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/nussknacker-und-mausekoenig-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
p ein weihnachtliches märchen br marie stahlbaum bekommt zu weihnachten einen nussknacker geschenkt den sie gleich sehr lieb gewinnt noch der christnacht wird sie zeuge wie leben den nussknacker und die anderen spielzeuge kommt sie beobachtet eine schlacht zwischen der spielzeugarmee unter dem kommando von nussknacker und den feindlichen mäusen angeführt vom siebenköpfigen mausekönig als sich das schlachtenglück den mäusen zuneigt wirft sie ihren pantoffel und rettet damit die spielzeugarmee br marie ist überzeugt dass ihr nussknacker niemand anderes ist als der verzauberte neffe ihres paten droßelmeier sie ist fest entschlossen ihm gegen den mausekönig beizustehen summary hokuspokus p |
| 2289 |
2266 |
2598 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 07 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 7 subtitled “Unionized Crowns of England and Ireland”, addresses the Tudor period, particularly the actions of Woolsey and Henry VIII, before the Reformation, in 1541. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-hist-of-ireland-bk-7-by-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 7 subtitled unionized crowns england ireland addresses tudor period particularly actions woolsey henry viii reformation 1541 summary sibella denton p |
| 2290 |
2267 |
2599 |
Man Who Would Be King |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>The Man Who Would Be King tells the story of two British adventurers in British India who become kings of Kafiristan, a remote part of Afghanistan. It was inspired by the exploits of James Brooke, an Englishman who became the "white Raja" of Sarawak in Borneo, and by the travels of American adventurer Josiah Harlan, who claimed the title Prince of Ghor.\n<br><br>The story was first published in The Phantom Rickshaw and other Tales (Volume Five of the Indian Railway Library, published by A H Wheeler & Co of Allahabad in 1888). It also appeared in Wee Willie Winkie and Other Stories in 1895, and in numerous later editions of that collection.\nIt is the basis for John Huston’s 1975 film of the same name, starring Sean Connery and Michael Caine as the "kings", and Christopher Plummer as Kipling.\n(Interim summary by Wikipedia adapted by Philippa)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-would-be-king-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p the man would king tells story two british adventurers british india become kings kafiristan remote part afghanistan inspired exploits james brooke englishman became white raja sarawak borneo travels american adventurer josiah harlan claimed title prince ghor br br the story first published phantom rickshaw tales volume five indian railway library published h wheeler co allahabad 1888 also appeared wee willie winkie stories 1895 numerous later editions collection basis john huston s 1975 film name starring sean connery michael caine kings christopher plummer kipling interim summary wikipedia adapted philippa p |
| 2291 |
2283 |
2618 |
Arabian Art of Taming and Training Wild and Vicious Horses |
P. R. Kincaid |
Animals |
Back in the day before automobiles, a good horse trainer and veterinarian was the equivalent of “Mr Goodwrench”. A badly behaving or unhealthy equine was equivalent to breaking down on the highway or running out of gas on a lonely stretch of highway somewhere in Utah. My sources tell me that most of the training methods are ok, but stay away from the medical tips unless you are prepared to become the poster boy or girl for the local SPCA. Listen with tongue in cheek, and check with a professional before attempting any of these techniques on a real animal.\nMike Vendetti, narrator </p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-arabian-art-of-taming-and-training-wild-and-vicious-horses/ |
back day automobiles good horse trainer veterinarian equivalent mr goodwrench badly behaving unhealthy equine equivalent breaking highway running gas lonely stretch highway somewhere utah sources tell training methods ok stay away medical tips unless prepared become poster boy girl local spca listen tongue cheek check professional attempting techniques real animal mike vendetti narrator p |
| 2292 |
2268 |
2600 |
על פרשת דרכים At the Crossroads (Selected Essays) |
אחד העם Ahad Ha'am |
Essays & Short Works |
<p><br />Asher Zvi Hirsch Ginsberg (1856 - 1927), primarily known by his Hebrew name and pen name Ahad Ha'am (literally "one of the people"), was a Hebrew essayist and one of the greatest pre-state Zionist thinkers. With his secular vision of a Jewish "spiritual center" in Palestine he confronted Theodor Herzl. Unlike the founder of political Zionism he strove for "a Jewish state and not merely a state of Jews."<br />In 1889 his first article criticizing practical Zionism, called "Lo ze haddereckh" (This is not the way), appeared in HaMelitz. The ideas in this article became the platform for Bnai Moshe (sons of Moses), a group he founded that year. Bnai Moshe, active until 1897, worked to improve Hebrew education, build up a wider audience for Hebrew literature, and assist the Jewish settlements. This article was the first in a collection of essays published in book form in 1895 (At the Crossroads). The following is a selection from this book. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
Hebrew |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-crossroads-selected-essays-by-ahad-haam/ |
p br asher zvi hirsch ginsberg 1856 1927 primarily known hebrew name pen name ahad ha am literally one people hebrew essayist one greatest pre state zionist thinkers secular vision jewish spiritual center palestine confronted theodor herzl unlike founder political zionism strove a jewish state merely state jews br in 1889 first article criticizing practical zionism called lo ze haddereckh this way appeared hamelitz ideas article became platform bnai moshe sons moses group founded year bnai moshe active 1897 worked improve hebrew education build wider audience hebrew literature assist jewish settlements article first collection essays published book form 1895 at crossroads following selection book summary wikipedia p |
| 2293 |
2269 |
2601 |
Confessions (Pusey translation) |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Confessions outlines Augustine's sinful youth and his conversion to Christianity. It is widely seen as the first Western autobiography ever written, and was an influential model for Christian writers throughout the following 1,000 years, through the Middle Ages. It is not a complete autobiography, as it was written in his early 40s, and he lived long afterwards, producing another important work (City of God). It does, nonetheless, provide an unbroken record of his development of thought and is the most complete record of any single person from the 4th and 5th centuries. It is a significant theological work, featuring spiritual meditations and insights. It begins:<br><br>"<i>GREAT art Thou, O Lord, and greatly to be praised; great is Thy power, and Thy wisdom infinite.</i> And Thee would man praise; man, but a particle of Thy creation; man, that bears about him his mortality, the witness of his sin, the witness, that <i>]Thou, O God, resistest the proud:</i> yet would man praise Thee; he, but a particle of Thy creation. Thou awakes us to delight in Thy praise; for Thou madest us for Thyself, and our heart is restless, unless it repose in Thee.” <br><br>(Summary from Wikipedia and Book I, Chapter I.) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-confessions-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
confessions outlines augustine s sinful youth conversion christianity widely seen first western autobiography ever written influential model christian writers throughout following 1 000 years middle ages complete autobiography written early 40s lived long afterwards producing another important work city god does nonetheless provide unbroken record development thought complete record single person 4th 5th centuries significant theological work featuring spiritual meditations insights begins br br i great art thou lord greatly praised great thy power thy wisdom infinite i thee would man praise man particle thy creation man bears mortality witness sin witness i thou god resistest proud i yet would man praise thee he particle thy creation thou awakes us delight thy praise thou madest us thyself heart restless unless repose thee br br summary wikipedia book i chapter i |
| 2294 |
2270 |
2602 |
Nez d’un notaire |
Edmond About |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Un brillant notaire parisien, Alfred L'Ambert, épris d’une danseuse de ballet de quatorze ans est provoqué en duel par son rival turc après une altercation. Ayant perdu son nez au cours du duel, le notaire se tourne alors vers un chirurgien pour une greffe de peau. Le donneur est un auvergnat simple du nom de « Chébachtien Romagné ». Le notaire doit passer trente jours le visage collé contre le bras de l’auvergnat. Mais, une fois ce délai écoulé, il n’en est pas au bout de ses peines... </p><p> A successful Parisian notary, Alfred L’Ambert, is smitten with a fourteen years old ballett dancer. After a quarrel, his Turkish rival challenges him to a duel during which the notary gets his nose cut off. Thereupon, a surgeon is called for a grafting. The donor is a simple man from the Auvergne with whom the notary is forced to spend thirty days, his noze being literally glued to the arm of the man. But even after this term, his bad fortune doesn’t come to an end...</p><p>(Summary by Didier)</p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/le-nez-dun-notaire-by-edmond-about/ |
p un brillant notaire parisien alfred l ambert épris d une danseuse de ballet de quatorze ans est provoqué en duel par son rival turc après une altercation ayant perdu son nez au cours du duel le notaire se tourne alors vers un chirurgien pour une greffe de peau le donneur est un auvergnat simple du nom de chébachtien romagné le notaire doit passer trente jours le visage collé contre le bras de l auvergnat mais une fois ce délai écoulé il n en est pas au bout de ses peines p p successful parisian notary alfred l ambert smitten fourteen years old ballett dancer quarrel turkish rival challenges duel notary gets nose cut off thereupon surgeon called grafting donor simple man auvergne notary forced spend thirty days noze literally glued arm man even term bad fortune doesn t come end p p summary didier p |
| 2295 |
2271 |
2603 |
Damn! A Book of Calumny |
H. L. Mencken |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<p> Henry Louis "H. L." Mencken (1880 – 1956) was an American journalist, essayist, magazine editor, satirist, acerbic critic of American life and culture, and a student of American English. Known as the "Sage of Baltimore", he is regarded as one of the most influential American writers and prose stylists of the first half of the 20th century. Mencken is perhaps best remembered today for The American Language, a multi-volume study of how the English language is spoken in the United States, and for his satirical reporting on the Scopes trial, which he named the "Monkey" trial."<br />\n(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/damn-a-book-of-calumny-by-hl-mencken/ |
p henry louis h l mencken 1880 1956 american journalist essayist magazine editor satirist acerbic critic american life culture student american english known sage baltimore regarded one influential american writers prose stylists first half 20th century mencken perhaps best remembered today american language multi volume study english language spoken united states satirical reporting scopes trial named monkey trial br summary wikipedia p |
| 2296 |
2272 |
2604 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 15 - The War Chief of the Ottawas: A Chronicle of the Pontiac War |
Thomas Guthrie Marquis |
Early Modern |
This is the history of Pontiac's Conspiracy, 1763-1765. It includes the siege of Detroit and his ultimate defeat. Summary by Esther.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-chief-of-the-ottawas-a-chronicle-of-the-pontiac-war/ |
history pontiac s conspiracy 1763 1765 includes siege detroit ultimate defeat summary esther p |
| 2297 |
2273 |
2606 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 03 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Au milieu du XVIIième siècle, le grand Fabuliste français Jean de La Fontaine éleva la fable au rang de genre littéraire par l'art achevé de son écriture qui, pour autant, ne gâche pas le plaisir du lecteur de reconnaître ses semblables sous les traits du genre animal et à bien rire de ces petites histoires où les travers des hommes affleurent. Le rire, n'est-ce pas l'une des meilleures avenues de la pédagogie? En voici la preuve avec ce troisième livre. <br/>(Résumé par Jean Lambert)</p> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-03-jl/ |
p au milieu du xviiième siècle le grand fabuliste français jean de la fontaine éleva la fable au rang de genre littéraire par l art achevé de son écriture qui pour autant ne gâche pas le plaisir du lecteur de reconnaître ses semblables sous les traits du genre animal et à bien rire de ces petites histoires où les travers des hommes affleurent le rire n est ce pas l une des meilleures avenues de la pédagogie en voici la preuve avec ce troisième livre br résumé par jean lambert p |
| 2298 |
2274 |
2607 |
Старопланински легенди (Staroplaninski legendi) |
Yordan Yovkov |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Цикълът разкази "Старопланински легенди" съдържа десет творби, в чийто сюжетен център стоят любовта, истината, добротата, нравствеността и красотата. Легендите ни пренасят в стари, хайдушки времена, под величествените върхари на Стара Планина.</p> <p>Ten classical short stories about love, truth, goodness, morality and beauty, taking us back to the days of yore in the bosom of the Old Mountain Balkan, written in 1926-1927 by the Bulgarian writer Yordan Yovkov. <br/>(Summary by Euthymius)</p> |
Bulgarian |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/staroplaninski-legendi-by-yordan-yovkov-0812/ |
p цикълът разкази старопланински легенди съдържа десет творби в чийто сюжетен център стоят любовта истината добротата нравствеността и красотата легендите ни пренасят в стари хайдушки времена под величествените върхари на стара планина p p ten classical short stories love truth goodness morality beauty taking us back days yore bosom old mountain balkan written 1926 1927 bulgarian writer yordan yovkov br summary euthymius p |
| 2299 |
2275 |
2608 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 035 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain chosen and read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-035/ |
collection 20 short works fiction public domain chosen read group librivox members p |
| 2300 |
2276 |
2609 |
To a Fish |
Leigh Hunt |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>To a Fish</em> by (James) Leigh Hunt. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 19th, 2008.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-fish-by-james-leigh-hunt/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em to fish em james leigh hunt weekly poetry project week october 19th 2008 p |
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2277 |
2610 |
Son of Tarzan |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>This is the fourth of Burrough's Tarzan novels. <br /><br />Alexis Paulvitch, a henchman of Tarzan's now-deceased enemy, Nikolas Rokoff, survived his encounter with Tarzan in the third novel and wants to even the score. (adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/son-of-tarzan-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p this fourth burrough s tarzan novels br br alexis paulvitch henchman tarzan s now deceased enemy nikolas rokoff survived encounter tarzan third novel wants even score adapted wikipedia p |
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2278 |
2612 |
Historia de la célebre Reina de España Doña Juana, llamada vulgarmente La Loca |
Anonymous |
*Non-fiction, History |
<P>Como implica el título, esta es una biografía de Doña Juana, conocida como Juana la Loca, hija de Fernando II de Aragón e Isabel I de Castilla, los Reyes Católicos.<BR><BR>As the title implies, this is a biography of Doña Juana, known as Juana the Mad, daughter of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabel I of Castile, the Catholic Monarchs.</P> |
Spanish |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-la-celebre-reina-de-espana-dona-juana-llamada-vulgarmente-la-loca-anonymous/ |
p como implica el título esta es una biografía de doña juana conocida como juana la loca hija de fernando ii de aragón e isabel de castilla los reyes católicos br br as title implies biography doña juana known juana mad daughter ferdinand ii aragon isabel castile catholic monarchs p |
| 2303 |
2279 |
2614 |
Misérables Vol. 2 |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
This is book 2 of 5. <p>An ex-convict breaks parole and starts a new life as a righteous man, but is pursued by a police inspector. Along the way, the ex-convict joins a revolution, adopts a daughter, and beats people up. Hooray. (Summary by smileyman457)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-volume-02-by-victor-hugo/ |
book 2 5 p an ex convict breaks parole starts new life righteous man pursued police inspector along way ex convict joins revolution adopts daughter beats people up hooray summary smileyman457 p |
| 2304 |
2280 |
2615 |
Eight Strokes of the Clock |
Maurice Leblanc |
General Fiction |
<p><i>The Eight Strokes of the Clock</i> is a collection of eight short stories by Maurice Leblanc. The stories have his most famous creation, Arsène Lupin, gentleman-thief, as main character. The eight stories, even though independent, have a leading thread: Lupin, under the name of Serge Rénine, trying to conquer the heart of a young lady, travels with her, solving eight mysteries on the way. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/eight-strokes-of-the-clock-by-leblanc/ |
p i the eight strokes clock i collection eight short stories maurice leblanc stories famous creation arsène lupin gentleman thief main character eight stories even though independent leading thread lupin name serge rénine trying conquer heart young lady travels her solving eight mysteries way summary leni p |
| 2305 |
2281 |
2616 |
Mortification of Sin in Believers |
John Owen |
Christianity - Commentary |
<p>John Owen, in this Puritan classic, writes succinctly of the matters of the heart in dealing with sin in the life of the Christian. In a way that cuts right to the heart of the matter while leaving no room for excuses, Owen encourages the Christian to “Be killing sin or sin will be killing you.” (Summary by Stephen Escalera)</p> |
English |
1656 |
https://librivox.org/the-mortification-of-sin-in-believers-by-john-owen/ |
p john owen puritan classic writes succinctly matters heart dealing sin life christian way cuts right heart matter leaving room excuses owen encourages christian be killing sin sin killing you summary stephen escalera p |
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2282 |
2617 |
Wanted - 7 Fearless Engineers! |
Warner Van Lorne |
Science Fiction |
A great civilization's fate lay in Dick Barrow's hands as he led his courageous fellow engineers into a strange and unknown land. None of them knew what lay ahead--what dangers awaited them--or what rewards. But they did not hesitate because the first question asked them had been: "Are you a brave man?" (Summary from jacket blurb/intro)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/wanted-7-fearless-engineers-by-warner-van-lorne/ |
great civilization s fate lay dick barrow s hands led courageous fellow engineers strange unknown land none knew lay ahead what dangers awaited them or rewards hesitate first question asked been are brave man summary jacket blurb intro p |
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2289 |
2624 |
Plunkitt of Tammany Hall |
George Washington Plunkitt |
Political Science, Memoirs |
<p>"I seen my opportunities and I took 'em.", George Washington Plunkitt of Tamminy Hall. There's good graft and bad graft according to Plunkitt. Listen to this candid discourse from a 19th century politician, and decide for yourself if things have changed.\n(Summary by Mike Vendetti)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/plunkitt-of-tammany-hall-a-series-of-very-plain-talks-on-very-practical-politic-by-george-washington-plunkitt/ |
p i seen opportunities took em george washington plunkitt tamminy hall there s good graft bad graft according plunkitt listen candid discourse 19th century politician decide things changed summary mike vendetti p |
| 2308 |
2284 |
2619 |
Stand by for Mars |
Carey Rockwell |
Children's Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Tom Corbett - Space Cadet was one of the first multimedia sensations. In the 1950s the character had his own radio show, TV series, comic book, breakfast cereal, and a line of young-adult novels. A cross between "Tom Brown's School Days" and Horatio Hornblower (and loosely based upon Robert A. Heinlein's novel "Space Cadet"), the books follow the adventures of Tom and his friends Roger Manning and Astro as they work their way through Space Academy to become officers of the Solar Guard. Along the way they tangle with space pirates, smugglers, and the threat of demerits for breaking the rules.</p>\n\nThe authorship of the novels remains unknown -- the credited name, "Carey Rockwell" was a pseudonym created by the publisher -- although the most likely candidates are Joseph Greene (who created the character) and Richard Jessup (who wrote for the TV and radio shows).\n\n(Summary by Sean O'Hara)\n</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/stand-by-for-mars-by-carey-rockwell-2 |
p tom corbett space cadet one first multimedia sensations 1950s character radio show tv series comic book breakfast cereal line young adult novels cross tom brown s school days horatio hornblower and loosely based upon robert a heinlein s novel space cadet books follow adventures tom friends roger manning astro work way space academy become officers solar guard along way tangle space pirates smugglers threat demerits breaking rules p authorship novels remains unknown credited name carey rockwell pseudonym created publisher although likely candidates joseph greene who created character richard jessup who wrote tv radio shows summary sean o hara p |
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2285 |
2620 |
Chancellor |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Der Chancellor ist eines von Jules Vernes ungewöhnlichsten Werken. <br/><br/>Es erzählt vom Untergang eines Schiffes in Form eines Tagebuches, das der Passagier J.-R. Kazallon führt, wird die letzte Fahrt des Dreimasters Chancellor geschildert, der irgendwo im Atlantik zwischen Charleston (South Carolina) und Liverpool untergeht, nachdem an Bord Feuer ausgebrochen ist, weil die Ladung (Baumwolle) Feuer gefangen hat. Die Situation wird noch dadurch erschwert, dass ein Passagier, der Kaufmann John Ruby, eigenmächtig hochexplosiven Sprengstoff mit an Bord gebracht hat. <br/><br/>Der Autor schildert die Umstände, die zur Katastrophe führen, die Versuche der Mannschaft, das Schiff noch zu retten und die Leiden der Überlebenden, die nach dem Untergang der Chancellor auf einem Floß über den Atlantik treiben. Die Überlebenden leiden Hunger, sie haben Halluzinationen. Einige Matrosen begehen Selbstmord, indem sie sich erhängen oder von Bord springen und sich den Haien, die das Floß umkreisen, zum Fraß vorwerfen. Allmählich blättert das Zivilisierte von den Schiffbrüchigen ab, Gier und Missgunst kommen zum Vorschein. Die Mannschaft lehnt sich gegen die Passagiere auf. Erst im allerletzten Moment wird durch eine "wunderbare Rettung" verhindert, dass die Schiffbrüchigen zu Menschenfressern werden. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/der-chancellor-by-jules-verne/ |
der chancellor ist eines von jules vernes ungewöhnlichsten werken br br es erzählt vom untergang eines schiffes form eines tagebuches das der passagier j r kazallon führt wird die letzte fahrt des dreimasters chancellor geschildert der irgendwo im atlantik zwischen charleston south carolina und liverpool untergeht nachdem bord feuer ausgebrochen ist weil die ladung baumwolle feuer gefangen hat die situation wird noch dadurch erschwert dass ein passagier der kaufmann john ruby eigenmächtig hochexplosiven sprengstoff mit bord gebracht hat br br der autor schildert die umstände die zur katastrophe führen die versuche der mannschaft das schiff noch zu retten und die leiden der überlebenden die nach dem untergang der chancellor auf einem floß über den atlantik treiben die überlebenden leiden hunger sie haben halluzinationen einige matrosen begehen selbstmord indem sie sich erhängen oder von bord springen und sich den haien die das floß umkreisen zum fraß vorwerfen allmählich blättert das zivilisierte von den schiffbrüchigen ab gier und missgunst kommen zum vorschein die mannschaft lehnt sich gegen die passagiere auf erst im allerletzten moment wird durch eine wunderbare rettung verhindert dass die schiffbrüchigen zu menschenfressern werden summary wikipedia p |
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2286 |
2621 |
Monsieur Lecoq |
Émile Gaboriau |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
<p>Ce roman policier, historique et d'amour, mené de main de maître, en passionnera plus d'un : </p><p>Vers onze heures du soir, le dimanche gras de 18.., non loin de l'ancienne barrière d'Italie, des cris effroyables, lancés de la <em>Poivrière</em>, parviennent à la ronde d'agents du service de la sûreté menée par l'inspecteur Gévrol. <br/>Ces hommes accourent. Un triple meurtre vient d'être commis. L'assassin est pris sur le fait. </p><p>Contrairement à Gévrol, qui conclut <em>que quatre coquins se sont rencontrés dans ce coupe-gorge, qu'ils se sont pris de querelle, que l’un d’eux avait un revolver et a tué les autres</em>, Lecoq, nouvelle recrue, entrevoit un grand mystère. <br/>La piste trouvée, il ne la lâchera plus. Et vous ?</p> <p>(par Ezwa)</p> <p><em>Monsieur Lecoq</em> is a captivating mystery, historical and love story : </p><p>Around 11 o'clock, on the evening of Shrove Sunday 18.., close to the old Barrière d'Italie, frightful cries, coming from Mother Chupin's drinking-shop, are heard by a party of detectives led by Inspector Gévrol. <br>The squad runs up to it. A triple murder has just been committed. The murderer is caught on the premises. </p><p>Despite Gévrol's opinion <em>that four scoundrels encountered each other in this vile den, that they began to quarrel, that one of them had a revolver and killed the others</em>, Lecoq, a young police agent, suspects a great mystery. <br/>He will lead his investigation until he gets to the bottom of it. Will you follow him? </p><p>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/monsieur-lecoq-by-emile-gaboriau-1006/ |
p ce roman policier historique et d amour mené de main de maître en passionnera plus d un p p vers onze heures du soir le dimanche gras de 18 non loin de l ancienne barrière d italie des cris effroyables lancés de la em poivrière em parviennent à la ronde d agents du service de la sûreté menée par l inspecteur gévrol br ces hommes accourent un triple meurtre vient d être commis l assassin est pris sur le fait p p contrairement à gévrol qui conclut em que quatre coquins se sont rencontrés dans ce coupe gorge qu ils se sont pris de querelle que l un d eux avait un revolver et tué les autres em lecoq nouvelle recrue entrevoit un grand mystère br la piste trouvée il ne la lâchera plus et vous p p par ezwa p p em monsieur lecoq em captivating mystery historical love story p p around 11 o clock evening shrove sunday 18 close old barrière d italie frightful cries coming mother chupin s drinking shop heard party detectives led inspector gévrol br the squad runs it triple murder committed murderer caught premises p p despite gévrol s opinion em that four scoundrels encountered vile den began quarrel one revolver killed others em lecoq young police agent suspects great mystery br he lead investigation gets bottom it follow him p p summary ezwa p |
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2287 |
2622 |
Römische Geschichte Buch 8 |
Theodor Mommsen |
Antiquity |
<p>Mommsen erhielt für die Römische Geschichte 1902 den Nobelpreis für Literatur.<br/><br/>\n\nRömische Geschichte Achtes Buch (Ausgabe von 1902):\nLaender und Leute von Caesar bis Diocletian<br/><br/>\n\nDas achte Buch schließt diese Reihe. Das sechste und siebente Buch veröffentlichte Mommsen nicht. </p>Das 13. Kapitel, “Die africanischen Provinzen”, ist nicht in den Ausgaben von Project Gutenberg und gutenberg.spiegel.de enthalten, jedoch bei zeno.org.</p> |
German |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/roemische-geschichte-buch-8-by-theodor-mommsen/ |
p mommsen erhielt für die römische geschichte 1902 den nobelpreis für literatur br br römische geschichte achtes buch ausgabe von 1902 laender und leute von caesar bis diocletian br br das achte buch schließt diese reihe das sechste und siebente buch veröffentlichte mommsen nicht p das 13 kapitel die africanischen provinzen ist nicht den ausgaben von project gutenberg und gutenberg spiegel de enthalten jedoch bei zeno org p |
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2288 |
2623 |
Under the Greenwood Tree |
Thomas Hardy |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />This novel is subtitled <em>The Mellstock Quire, A Rural Painting of the Dutch School</em>. The Quire is the group of musicians who accompany the hymns at the local church and we follow the fortunes of one member, Dick Dewy, who falls in love with the new school mistress, Fancy Day. <br /><br />Another element of the book is the battle between the traditional musicians of the Quire and the local vicar, Parson Maybold, who installs a church organ. This battle illustrates the developing technology being introduced in the Victorian era and its threat to traditional country ways. <br /><br />The novel was published anonymously in 1872 and is often seen as Thomas Hardy's most gentle and pastoral novel. In 2005 <em>Under the Greenwood Tree</em> was adapted for a television version by Ashley Pharoah. (Summary by Rachel Lintern)<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-greenwood-tree-by-thomas-hardy/ |
br this novel subtitled em the mellstock quire rural painting dutch school em quire group musicians accompany hymns local church follow fortunes one member dick dewy falls love new school mistress fancy day br br another element book battle traditional musicians quire local vicar parson maybold installs church organ battle illustrates developing technology introduced victorian era threat traditional country ways br br the novel published anonymously 1872 often seen thomas hardy s gentle pastoral novel 2005 em under greenwood tree em adapted television version ashley pharoah summary rachel lintern br br |
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2316 |
2655 |
Initiative Psychic Energy |
Warren Hilton |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
<p>Learn how to accomplish your goals through increasing your mental power, avoiding energy drains, and becoming more mentally efficient. (Summary by Andrea Fiore.)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/initiative-psychic-energy-by-warren-hilton/ |
p learn accomplish goals increasing mental power avoiding energy drains becoming mentally efficient summary andrea fiore p |
| 2314 |
2290 |
2626 |
Queen Elizabeth |
Jacob Abbott |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to Queen Elizabeth. (Summary from the preface of the book) </p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/queen-elizabeth-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated queen elizabeth summary preface book p |
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2291 |
2627 |
Perils of Pauline (dramatic reading) |
Charles Goddard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
<p>The Perils of Pauline is one of the first damsel in distress serials. The story is complete with undaunted hero, courageous damsel, unscrupulous villains galore, and other worldly interest. Before getting married, Pauline wants to experience the world and have adventures. When her guardian dies and leaves her an estate in trust of his secretary, adventures suddenly become more hazardous. Pauline charters aeroplanes, meets untrustworthy pirates, braves dangerous China Town, flies in a hot air balloon, adventures in the Wild West, encounters international spies, and escapes many other perils with the aid of her would-be fiancé, Harry, and an Egyptian mummy. (Summary by Carolyn Frances)</p><p><u>Cast of characters :</u> <br /><br />\n- <b> Pauline Marvin, <small>our heroine</b> (chapters 01-07)\n read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1124"> Ancilla</a> and <small>(chapters 08-24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3235">Karen Commins</a><br />\n- <b>Harry Marvin, <small>would be fiancé</b> (chapters 01-13, 15-24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3240"> Don Bott</a> <br />\n- <b>Raymond Owen, <small>shifty trustee of the estate</b> \n(chapters 01-13, 16-21, 23, 24, 25) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3388"> Tom Powers</a> <br />\n- <b>Montgomery “Mug” Hicks, <small>rough character & villian</b> \n(chapters 01-07, 10-13, 15) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3242"> peac</a> <br />\n- <b>Stanford Marvin, <small>beloved father and guardian</b> \n(chapters 1, 2) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Nelson Cromwell Boyd, <small>"pirate"</b>(chp 05-07) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582">Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Signor Baskinelli <small>(aka Monsieur Picquot)</b> (chp 8) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Mary Haines, <small>Montana woman</b> (chapters 13-15) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a> <br />\n- <b>Hal Haines, <small>Montana rancher</b> (chp 13, 14)</small> read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Indian Interpretor </b> <small>(chapter 15) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a>> <br />\n- <b>Michel Mario <small>(aka Balthazar)</b> (chapters 18-20) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a> <br />\n- <b>Ben Summers</b> <small>(chapter 13) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204"> Mark F. Smith</a> <br />\n- <b>Mlle. de Longeon, a spy</b> <small>(chapters 20, 21) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a> <br />\n- <b>Louis Wrentz</b> <small>(chapters 23, 24) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a> <br />\n- <b>Lucille Hamlin, <small>Pauline's best friend</b> (chp 14) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2592">Anna Roberts</a> <br />\n- <b>Bassett</b> <small>(chapter 12) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Curt Sikes</b> <small>(chapter 14) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Rupert Wallace</b> <small>(chapters 19, 20) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Carrie</b> <small>(chapter 20) read</small> by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a> <br />\n- <b>Catin</b> <small>(chapters 21, 22) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a> <br />\n- <b>Diplomat, <small>part of a spy ring</b> (chapters 21, 22) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a></a> <br />\n- <b>Blount, peace officer</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Burgess, peace officer</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Farmer</b> <small>(chapters 11, 12) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a><br />\n- <b>Jenkins</b> <small>(chapters 01, 08) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Gardner</b> <small>(chapter 01) read by</small> <a >Matt L Speer</a> <br />\n- <b>Dr. Stevens</b> <small>(chapters 01, 02) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a> <br />\n- <b>Mr. Wilmerding</b> <small>(chapter 2) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a></a> <br />\n- <b>The Great Pegoud</b> <small>(chapter 03) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Harvey Schieffelin</b> <small>(chapter 05) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Junk shop owner</b> <small>(chapter 05) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/910"> William Haseltine</a> <br />\n- <b>Stoker on ship</b> <small>(chapter 06) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Margaret, Pauline's maid</b> <small>(chapters 08, 20) read</small> by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3243"> Rissa Byrne</a> <br />\n- <b>Mrs. Courtelyou</b> <small>(chapter 08) read</small> by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a><br />\n- <b>Man at party</b> <small>(chapters 03, 07 & 14) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4268">Jody Bly</a> <br />\n- <b>Chinaman</b> <small>(chapters 09) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a> <br />\n- <b>Chinese Priest</b> <small>(chapter 09) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a><br />\n- <b>Eddie Kaboff</b> <small>(chapter 10) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Signor Panatella</b> <small>(chapter 10) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4268">Jody Bly</a> <br />\n- <b>Newspaper Editor</b> <small>(chapter 12) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3041">Patricia Frahm</a> <br />\n- <b>James</b> <small>(chapter 12) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Nurse</b> <small>(chapter 13) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a></a> <br />\n- <b>Poker Player 1</b> <small>(chapters 09, 11 & 16) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a> <br />\n- <b>Poker Player 2</b> <small>(chapter 13) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a> <br />\n- <b>Tom Patten</b> <small>(chapters 09, 13 & 14)</small> read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a> <br />\n- <b>Sheriff Hill</b> <small>(chapter 14) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a> <br />\n- <b>Cowboy</b> <small>(chapter 09) read</small> by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a> <br />\n- <b>Man in the crowd</b> <small>(chapter 14) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4268">Jody Bly</a> <br />\n- <b>Big Smoke</b> <small>(chapter 14) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717"> Phil Chenevert</a> <br />\n- <b>Chief Red Snake</b> <small>(chapter 15) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a> <br />\n- <b>Sophie McAllan</b> <small>(chapter 16) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3243"> Rissa Byrne</a> <br />\n- <b>Owen’s Driver</b> <small>(chapter 16) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Simon</b> <small>(chapter 16) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a> <br />\n- <b>Garcia</b> <small>(chapter 16) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Farrell</b> <small>(chapter 16, 17) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3388"> Tom Powers</a> <br />\n- <b>Bemis</b> <small>(chapters 16, 20) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717"> Phil Chenevert</a> <br />\n- <b>Telegraph Operator</b> <small>(chapter 17) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a> <br />\n- <b>Chauncey Hamlin</b> <small>(chapter 18)</small> read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a> <br />\n- <b>Michael Caliban</b> <small>(chapter 18) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a> <br />\n- <b>Auctioneer</b> <small>(chapter 18) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Doctor</b> <small>(chapter 18) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4920">nkav</a> <br />\n- <b>Mechanic</b> <small>(chapter 20) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a> <br />\n- <b>Counterfeiter</b> <small>(chapter 20) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4014"> Tom Clifton</a> <br />\n- <b>Richard Gorman</b> <small>(chapter 20) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Observer 1</b> <small>(chapter 22) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a> <br />\n- <b>Observer 2</b> <small>(chapters 17, 18 & 21) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3806">Cortney Matz</a> <br />\n- <b>Second Officer</b> <small>(chapter 22) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a> <br />\n- <b>Shipman Grimes</b> <small>(chapter 22)</small> read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a> <br />\n- <b>Boatman</b> <small>(chapter 22) read by</small> <a href="href=">Jody Bly</a> <br />\n- <b>Chief Officer</b> <small>(chapter 22) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977"> Ken Felt</a> <br />\n- <b>Hotel Clerk</b> <small>(chapters 23, 24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3961">turtle91676</a> <br />\n- <b>Taxicab Manager</b> <small>(chapter 23) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3582"> Tommy Hersant</a> <br />\n- <b>Taxi Driver</b> <small>(chapter 23) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a> <br />\n- <b>Old Man</b> <small>(chapter 23) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG</a></a> <br />\n- <b>Henchman 1</b> <small>(chapter 24 read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reade/r3960">MGVestal</a> <br />\n- <b>Rocco</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717"> Phil Chenevert</a> <br />\n- <b>Porter</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a> <br />\n- <b>Oldest Henchman</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a> <br />\n- <b>Circus Man 1 & 2</b> <small>(chapter 24) read by</small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader5977">Ken Felt</a> <br />\n- <b>Woman on train</b> <small>(chapter 18) read by </small> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader3243"> Rissa Byrne</a> <br />\n\n<br/>Audio edited by David Lawrence |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-perils-of-pauline-by-charles-goddard/ |
p the perils pauline one first damsel distress serials story complete undaunted hero courageous damsel unscrupulous villains galore worldly interest getting married pauline wants experience world adventures guardian dies leaves estate trust secretary adventures suddenly become hazardous pauline charters aeroplanes meets untrustworthy pirates braves dangerous china town flies hot air balloon adventures wild west encounters international spies escapes many perils aid would be fiancé harry egyptian mummy summary carolyn frances p p u cast characters u br br b pauline marvin small our heroine b chapters 01 07 read by small a href http librivox org reader 1124 ancilla a small chapters 08 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3235 karen commins a br b harry marvin small would fiancé b chapters 01 13 15 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3240 bott a br b raymond owen small shifty trustee estate b chapters 01 13 16 21 23 24 25 read small a href http librivox org reader 3388 tom powers a br b montgomery mug hicks small rough character villian b chapters 01 07 10 13 15 read small a href http librivox org reader 3242 peac a br b stanford marvin small beloved father guardian b chapters 1 2 read small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b nelson cromwell boyd small pirate b chp 05 07 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b signor baskinelli small aka monsieur picquot b chp 8 read small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b mary haines small montana woman b chapters 13 15 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b hal haines small montana rancher b chp 13 14 small read a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b indian interpretor b small chapter 15 read small a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br b michel mario small aka balthazar b chapters 18 20 read small a href http librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br b ben summers b small chapter 13 read small a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br b mlle de longeon spy b small chapters 20 21 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b louis wrentz b small chapters 23 24 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b lucille hamlin small pauline s best friend b chp 14 read small a href http librivox org reader 2592 anna roberts a br b bassett b small chapter 12 read small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b curt sikes b small chapter 14 read small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b rupert wallace b small chapters 19 20 read small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b carrie b small chapter 20 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b catin b small chapters 21 22 read small a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br b diplomat small part spy ring b chapters 21 22 read small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a a br b blount peace officer b small chapter 24 read small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b burgess peace officer b small chapter 24 read small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b farmer b small chapters 11 12 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b jenkins b small chapters 01 08 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b gardner b small chapter 01 read by small a matt l speer a br b dr stevens b small chapters 01 02 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br b mr wilmerding b small chapter 2 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a br b the great pegoud b small chapter 03 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b harvey schieffelin b small chapter 05 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b junk shop owner b small chapter 05 read by small a href http librivox org reader 910 william haseltine a br b stoker ship b small chapter 06 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b margaret pauline s maid b small chapters 08 20 read small a href http librivox org reader 3243 rissa byrne a br b mrs courtelyou b small chapter 08 read small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b man party b small chapters 03 07 14 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4268 jody bly a br b chinaman b small chapters 09 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br b chinese priest b small chapter 09 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br b eddie kaboff b small chapter 10 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b signor panatella b small chapter 10 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4268 jody bly a br b newspaper editor b small chapter 12 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3041 patricia frahm a br b james b small chapter 12 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b nurse b small chapter 13 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a br b poker player 1 b small chapters 09 11 16 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br b poker player 2 b small chapter 13 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br b tom patten b small chapters 09 13 14 small read a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br b sheriff hill b small chapter 14 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br b cowboy b small chapter 09 read small a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br b man crowd b small chapter 14 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4268 jody bly a br b big smoke b small chapter 14 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br b chief red snake b small chapter 15 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br b sophie mcallan b small chapter 16 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3243 rissa byrne a br b owen s driver b small chapter 16 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b simon b small chapter 16 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br b garcia b small chapter 16 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b farrell b small chapter 16 17 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3388 tom powers a br b bemis b small chapters 16 20 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br b telegraph operator b small chapter 17 read by small a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br b chauncey hamlin b small chapter 18 small read a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br b michael caliban b small chapter 18 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br b auctioneer b small chapter 18 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b doctor b small chapter 18 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4920 nkav a br b mechanic b small chapter 20 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br b counterfeiter b small chapter 20 read by small a href http librivox org reader 4014 tom clifton a br b richard gorman b small chapter 20 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b observer 1 b small chapter 22 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br b observer 2 b small chapters 17 18 21 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3806 cortney matz a br b second officer b small chapter 22 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br b shipman grimes b small chapter 22 small read a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br b boatman b small chapter 22 read by small a href href jody bly a br b chief officer b small chapter 22 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br b hotel clerk b small chapters 23 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3961 turtle91676 a br b taxicab manager b small chapter 23 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3582 tommy hersant a br b taxi driver b small chapter 23 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br b old man b small chapter 23 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a br b henchman 1 b small chapter 24 read by small a href http librivox org reade r3960 mgvestal a br b rocco b small chapter 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br b porter b small chapter 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br b oldest henchman b small chapter 24 read small a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br b circus man 1 2 b small chapter 24 read by small a href http librivox org reader5977 ken felt a br b woman train b small chapter 18 read small a href http librivox org reader3243 rissa byrne a br br audio edited david lawrence |
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2628 |
Praise of Folly |
Desiderius Erasmus |
Medieval |
The Praise of Folly (Greek title: Morias Enkomion (Μωρίας Εγκώμιον), Latin: Stultitiae Laus, sometimes translated as In Praise of Folly, Dutch title: Lof der Zotheid) is a satirical essay written in 1509 by Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam (1466/69-1536). It is considered one of the most influential works of literature in Western civilization and one of the catalysts of the Protestant Reformation.<BR><BR>It starts off with a satirical learned encomium after the manner of the Greek satirist Lucian, a piece of virtuoso foolery; it then takes a darker tone in a series of orations, as Folly praises self-deception and madness and moves to a satirical examination of pious but superstitious abuses of Catholic doctrine and corrupt practices in parts of the Roman Catholic Church—to which Erasmus was ever faithful—and the folly of pedants (including Erasmus himself). Erasmus had recently returned, disappointed, from Rome, where he had turned down offers of advancement in the curia, and Folly increasingly takes on Erasmus' own chastising voice. The essay ends with a straightforward statement of Christian ideals.<BR><BR>The essay was hugely popular, to Erasmus' astonishment and sometimes his dismay. Before Erasmus' death it had already passed into numerous editions and had been translated into French and German. An English edition soon followed. It influenced teaching of rhetoric during the later sixteenth century. It was put on the Index of forbidden books by the Council in Trent in 1559. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1688 |
https://librivox.org/the-praise-of-folly-by-erasmus/ |
praise folly greek title morias enkomion μωρίας εγκώμιον latin stultitiae laus sometimes translated praise folly dutch title lof der zotheid satirical essay written 1509 desiderius erasmus rotterdam 1466 69 1536 considered one influential works literature western civilization one catalysts protestant reformation br br it starts satirical learned encomium manner greek satirist lucian piece virtuoso foolery takes darker tone series orations folly praises self deception madness moves satirical examination pious superstitious abuses catholic doctrine corrupt practices parts roman catholic church to erasmus ever faithful and folly pedants including erasmus himself erasmus recently returned disappointed rome turned offers advancement curia folly increasingly takes erasmus chastising voice essay ends straightforward statement christian ideals br br the essay hugely popular erasmus astonishment sometimes dismay erasmus death already passed numerous editions translated french german english edition soon followed influenced teaching rhetoric later sixteenth century put index forbidden books council trent 1559 summary adapted wikipedia p |
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2629 |
Lettres de mon moulin |
Alphonse Daudet |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Contes de Provence, d'Algérie et de Corse. <br/>(par Naf)</p> |
French |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/lettres-de-mon-moulin-by-alphonse-daudet-0901/ |
p contes de provence d algérie et de corse br par naf p |
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2294 |
2630 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 003 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 10 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-003-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 10 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
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2295 |
2631 |
Fish Answers |
Leigh Hunt |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>A Fish Answers</em> by James Leigh Hunt. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 26th, 2008.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-fish-answers-by-james-leigh-hunt/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em a fish answers em james leigh hunt weekly poetry project week october 26th 2008 p |
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2296 |
2632 |
Up from Slavery: An Autobiography |
Booker T. Washington |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
<p><i>Up From Slavery</i> is the 1901 autobiography of Booker T. Washington detailing his slow and steady rise from a slave child during the Civil War, to the difficulties and obstacles he overcame to get an education at the new Hampton University, to his work establishing vocational schools—most notably the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama—to help black people and other disadvantaged minorities learn useful, marketable skills and work to pull themselves, as a race, up by the bootstraps. He reflects on the generosity of both teachers and philanthropists who helped in educating blacks and native Americans. He describes his efforts to instill manners, breeding, health and a feeling of dignity to students. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/up-from-slavery-from-booker-t-washington/ |
p i up slavery i 1901 autobiography booker t washington detailing slow steady rise slave child civil war difficulties obstacles overcame get education new hampton university work establishing vocational schools most notably tuskegee institute alabama to help black people disadvantaged minorities learn useful marketable skills work pull themselves race bootstraps reflects generosity teachers philanthropists helped educating blacks native americans describes efforts instill manners breeding health feeling dignity students summary wikipedia p |
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2297 |
2633 |
House of a Thousand Candles |
Meredith Nicholson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A top ten bestseller of 1906, <i>The House of a Thousand Candles</i> is part adventure/mystery and part romance. The book begins with young Jack Glenarm returning from various exploits in Europe and Africa for the reading of his grandfather’s will. In it, he stands to inherit his grandfather’s estate, but only if he can remain for one year in residence at the old man’s unfinished “House of a Thousand Candles” in Annandale, Indiana, with only his grandfather’s mysterious valet for company. If he violates the terms of the will, the house will go to a young woman, heretofore unknown to him, whom the will also forbids Jack to marry if he wants to retain his inheritance. This all sounds very mundane to Jack and he fully expects to be quite bored in very short order. Soon after Jack’s arrival at Glenarm House, however, various strange occurrences ensue, and he soon finds himself absorbed in the most lively adventure of his life! (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-a-thousand-candles-by-meredith-nicholson/ |
top ten bestseller 1906 i the house thousand candles i part adventure mystery part romance book begins young jack glenarm returning various exploits europe africa reading grandfather s will it stands inherit grandfather s estate remain one year residence old man s unfinished house thousand candles annandale indiana grandfather s mysterious valet company violates terms will house go young woman heretofore unknown him also forbids jack marry wants retain inheritance sounds mundane jack fully expects quite bored short order soon jack s arrival glenarm house however various strange occurrences ensue soon finds absorbed lively adventure life summary j m smallheer p |
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2672 |
Story Hour Readers: Third Year |
Ida Coe |
Short works |
Short and sweet stories for children from the 19th century. The stories were compiled by two New York City teachers and were thought appropriate for third year children at that time.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/story-hour-readers-third-year/ |
short sweet stories children 19th century stories compiled two new york city teachers thought appropriate third year children time p |
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2298 |
2634 |
Comédie Humaine: 01 - Scènes de la vie privée tome 1 (25-6-42) |
Honoré de Balzac |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de moeurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… <br/>(Extrait de l’avant-propos des Scènes de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-privee-tome-1-by-honore-de-balzac-0812/ |
p ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de moeurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal br extrait de l avant propos des scènes de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
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2635 |
Theory of the Leisure Class |
Thorstein Veblen |
Business & Economics |
Originally published by the Norwegian-American economist Thorstein Veblen while he was a professor at the University of Chicago in 1898, the Theory of the Leisure Class is considered one of the great works of economics as well as the first detailed critique of consumerism. In the book, Veblen argues that economic life is driven not by notions of utility, but by social vestiges from pre-historic times. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<BR><BR>Proof-Listeners: Illiterati, Sarah Jennings, mim@can, Ken Sterry and Barry Eads</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/theory-of-the-leisure-class-by-thorstein-veblen/ |
originally published norwegian american economist thorstein veblen professor university chicago 1898 theory leisure class considered one great works economics well first detailed critique consumerism book veblen argues economic life driven notions utility social vestiges pre historic times summary modified wikipedia br br proof listeners illiterati sarah jennings mim can ken sterry barry eads p |
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2300 |
2636 |
Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Vol. 1 |
Laurence Sterne |
General Fiction |
<p><i>The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman</i> (or, more briefly, <i>Tristram Shandy</i>) is a novel by Laurence Sterne. It was published in nine volumes, the first two appearing in 1759, and seven others following over the next 10 years. It was not always held in high esteem by other writers (Samuel Johnson responded that, "Nothing odd can last"), but its bawdy humour was popular with London society, and it has come to be seen as one of the greatest comic novels in English, as well as a forerunner for many modern narrative devices. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/tristram-shandy-vol-1-by-laurence-sterne/ |
p i the life opinions tristram shandy gentleman i or briefly i tristram shandy i novel laurence sterne published nine volumes first two appearing 1759 seven others following next 10 years always held high esteem writers samuel johnson responded that nothing odd last bawdy humour popular london society come seen one greatest comic novels english well forerunner many modern narrative devices summary wikipedia p |
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2301 |
2637 |
Sense and Sensibility (version 3) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Sense and Sensibility, Jane Austen's first published novel, focuses on the lives and loves of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. The sensible Elinor and the sensitive Marianne both fall for men whose affections are otherwise engaged. The novel includes a wonderful cast of colorful supporting characters, as well as Austen's trademark dry wit and ironic narration. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sense-and-sensibility-version-03-by-jane-austen/ |
sense sensibility jane austen s first published novel focuses lives loves two sisters elinor marianne dashwood sensible elinor sensitive marianne fall men whose affections otherwise engaged novel includes wonderful cast colorful supporting characters well austen s trademark dry wit ironic narration summary elizabeth klett p |
| 2327 |
2302 |
2638 |
Child’s New Story Book |
Anonymous |
Short works |
Short and sweet stories for children. (Summary by Dr. Heather A. D. Mbaye)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/childs-new-story-book/ |
short sweet stories children summary dr heather a d mbaye p |
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2303 |
2639 |
Tiny Story Book |
Anonymous |
Short works |
Short and sweet stories for children. (Summary by Dr. Heather A. D. Mbaye)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tiny-story-book/ |
short sweet stories children summary dr heather a d mbaye p |
| 2329 |
2304 |
2640 |
Secret of Dreams |
Yacki Raizizun |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
<p>A guide to different kinds of dreams, their meanings, and how they influence our waking lives. (Summary by Andrea Fiore)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-dreams-by-yacki-raizizun/ |
p a guide different kinds dreams meanings influence waking lives summary andrea fiore p |
| 2330 |
2305 |
2641 |
Scottish Chiefs |
Jane Porter |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<br />An adventure novel about William Wallace, one of the most popular books ever written by Jane Porter. The French version was even banned by Napoleon, and the book has remained very popular with Scottish children, but is equally enjoyable for adults. (Summary by Wikipedia, revised by Kikisaulite)<br /><br /> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/the-scottish-chiefs-by-jane-porter/ |
br an adventure novel william wallace one popular books ever written jane porter french version even banned napoleon book remained popular scottish children equally enjoyable adults summary wikipedia revised kikisaulite br br |
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2306 |
2642 |
Murder in the Gunroom |
H. Beam Piper |
Detective Fiction |
<p>\r\nThe Lane Fleming collection of early pistols and revolvers was one of the best in the country. When Fleming was found dead on the floor of his locked gunroom, a Confederate-made Colt-type percussion .36 revolver in his hand, the coroner's verdict was "death by accident." But Gladys Fleming had her doubts. Enough at any rate to engage Colonel Jefferson Davis Rand—better known just as Jeff—private detective and a pistol-collector himself, to catalogue, appraise, and negotiate the sale of her late husband's collection.\r\n\r\nThere were a number of people who had wanted the collection. The question was: had anyone wanted it badly enough to kill Fleming? And if so, how had he done it? Here is a mystery, told against the fascinating background of old guns and gun-collecting, which is rapid-fire without being hysterical, exciting without losing its contact with reason, and which introduces a personable and intelligent new private detective. It is a story that will keep your nerves on a hair trigger even if you don't know the difference between a cased pair of Paterson .34's and a Texas .40 with a ramming-lever.\r\n(Summary from the text)\r\n<p>\r\n |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/murder-in-the-gunroom-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p lane fleming collection early pistols revolvers one best country fleming found dead floor locked gunroom confederate made colt type percussion 36 revolver hand coroner s verdict death accident gladys fleming doubts enough rate engage colonel jefferson davis rand better known jeff private detective pistol collector himself catalogue appraise negotiate sale late husband s collection number people wanted collection question was anyone wanted badly enough kill fleming so done it mystery told fascinating background old guns gun collecting rapid fire without hysterical exciting without losing contact reason introduces personable intelligent new private detective story keep nerves hair trigger even know difference cased pair paterson 34 s texas 40 ramming lever summary text p |
| 2332 |
2307 |
2643 |
Great Pirate Stories |
Joseph Lewis French |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>\nPiracy embodies the romance of the sea at its highest expression. It is\na sad but inevitable commentary on our civilization, that, so far as the\nsea is concerned, it has developed from its infancy down to a century or\nso ago, under one phase or another of piracy. If men were savages on\nland they were doubly so at sea, and all the years of maritime\nadventure--years that added to the map of the world till there was\nlittle left to discover--could not wholly eradicate the piratical germ.\nIt went out gradually with the settlement and ordering of the far-flung\nBritish colonies. Great Britain, foremost of sea powers, must be\ncredited with doing more both directly and indirectly for the abolition\nof crime and disorder on the high seas than any other force. But the\nconquest was not complete till the advent of steam which chased the\nsea-rover into the farthest corners of his domain. It is said that he\nsurvives even today in certain spots in the Chinese waters,--but he is\ncertainly an innocuous relic. A pirate of any sort would be as great a\ncuriosity today if he could be caught and exhibited as a fabulous\nmonster.\n(Summary from text)\n<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/great-pirate-stories-by-joseph-lewis-french/ |
p piracy embodies romance sea highest expression sad inevitable commentary civilization that far sea concerned developed infancy century ago one phase another piracy men savages land doubly sea years maritime adventure years added map world till little left discover could wholly eradicate piratical germ went gradually settlement ordering far flung british colonies great britain foremost sea powers must credited directly indirectly abolition crime disorder high seas force conquest complete till advent steam chased sea rover farthest corners domain said survives even today certain spots chinese waters but certainly innocuous relic pirate sort would great curiosity today could caught exhibited fabulous monster summary text p |
| 2333 |
2308 |
2644 |
Discours sur les sciences et les arts |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Early Modern |
<p>Le Discours sur les sciences et les arts est un texte de Jean-Jacques Rousseau écrit dans le cadre du concours de l’Académe de Dijon de 1750. </p><p>Lauréat du concours, Rousseau voit son essai fort commenté et lui doit sa célébrité, bien avant son opus magnum Du contrat social. </p><p>Comme le veut le concours, le discours répond à une question : il s’agissait alors de déterminer « Si le rétablissement des sciences et des arts a contribué à épurer les mœurs ». Farouche critique des pratiques de son temps, l’auteur présente en deux parties une diatribe contre les sciences et les arts, qui bien loin d’épurer les mœurs éloignent les hommes de la vertu. <br/>(Résumé par Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1750 |
https://librivox.org/discours-sur-les-sciences-et-les-arts-by-jean-jacques-rousseau-0812/ |
p le discours sur les sciences et les arts est un texte de jean jacques rousseau écrit dans le cadre du concours de l académe de dijon de 1750 p p lauréat du concours rousseau voit son essai fort commenté et lui doit sa célébrité bien avant son opus magnum du contrat social p p comme le veut le concours le discours répond à une question il s agissait alors de déterminer si le rétablissement des sciences et des arts contribué à épurer les mœurs farouche critique des pratiques de son temps l auteur présente en deux parties une diatribe contre les sciences et les arts qui bien loin d épurer les mœurs éloignent les hommes de la vertu br résumé par wikipedia p |
| 2334 |
2309 |
2646 |
Selected Essays |
Voltairine de Cleyre |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Voltairine de Cleyre (1866–1912) was, according to Emma Goldman, "the most gifted and brilliant anarchist woman America ever produced." Today she is not widely known as a consequence of her short life. De Cleyre was especially influenced by Thomas Paine, Mary Wollstonecraft and Clarence Darrow. After the hanging of the Haymarket protesters in 1887, she became an anarchist. "Till then I believed in the essential justice of the American law of trial by jury," she wrote in an autobiographical essay, "After that I never could." She was known as an excellent speaker and writer – in the opinion of biographer Paul Avrich, she was "a greater literary talent than any other American anarchist" – and as a tireless advocate for the anarchist cause, whose "religious zeal," according to Goldman, "stamped everything she did." (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/selected-essays-by-voltairine-de-cleyre/ |
voltairine de cleyre 1866 1912 was according emma goldman the gifted brilliant anarchist woman america ever produced today widely known consequence short life de cleyre especially influenced thomas paine mary wollstonecraft clarence darrow hanging haymarket protesters 1887 became anarchist till believed essential justice american law trial jury wrote autobiographical essay after never could known excellent speaker writer opinion biographer paul avrich a greater literary talent american anarchist tireless advocate anarchist cause whose religious zeal according goldman stamped everything did wikipedia p |
| 2335 |
2310 |
2647 |
Short Poetry Collection 073 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is an open collection of poems for the month of November 2008. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-073/ |
open collection poems month november 2008 p |
| 2336 |
2311 |
2648 |
Oregon Trail |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
Travel & Geography, Modern (19th C) |
<p>The book is a breezy, first-person account of a 2 month summer tour of the U.S. states of Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado, and Kansas when Parkman was 23. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/oregon-trail-by-francis-parkman/ |
p the book breezy first person account 2 month summer tour u s states nebraska wyoming colorado kansas parkman 23 summary wikipedia p |
| 2337 |
2312 |
2649 |
Willem Roda |
Eli Heimans |
Action & Adventure |
Het leven van Willem Roda, zoon van een rijke Amsterdamse bankier, verandert drastisch als zijn vader plotseling al zijn geld verliest. Er volgt een aaneenschakeling van avonturen, die hem ondere andere voeren naar een jongensgesticht bij Doetinchem, een hutje op de Veluwe, de mergelgrotten bij Maastricht en de binnenlanden van Australie (waar de oorspronkelijke bewoners met een negentiende eeuwse blik beschreven worden). Een klassieker uit de Nederlandse jeugdliteratuur.</p> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/willem-roda-by-eli-heimans/ |
het leven van willem roda zoon van een rijke amsterdamse bankier verandert drastisch als zijn vader plotseling al zijn geld verliest er volgt een aaneenschakeling van avonturen die hem ondere andere voeren naar een jongensgesticht bij doetinchem een hutje op de veluwe de mergelgrotten bij maastricht en de binnenlanden van australie waar de oorspronkelijke bewoners met een negentiende eeuwse blik beschreven worden een klassieker uit de nederlandse jeugdliteratuur p |
| 2338 |
2313 |
2651 |
Valley of Silent Men |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
<p>Subtitled: <i>A Story of the Three River Country</i>. James Kent has learned that he is terminally ill with perhaps only days to live, and so decides to confess to a murder and thus save an innocent man. Nobody believes his confession, particularly Marette, a mysterious girl who had shown up at Athabasca Landing only weeks before. Kent’s illness takes a turn and his death is postponed, and he sets about to find out more about the girl, who he ends up falling in love with, although she’ll not reveal her past to him, nor what she knows about the murder. A story of intrigue, suspense, action, and above all, a story of love in the furthest outreaches of the Great White North where three great rivers flow; the Athabasca, the Slave, and the McKenzie, and where somewhere is hidden The Valley of Silent Men. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/valley-of-silent-men-by-j-o-curwood/ |
p subtitled i a story three river country i james kent learned terminally ill perhaps days live decides confess murder thus save innocent man nobody believes confession particularly marette mysterious girl shown athabasca landing weeks before kent s illness takes turn death postponed sets find girl ends falling love with although she ll reveal past him knows murder story intrigue suspense action all story love furthest outreaches great white north three great rivers flow athabasca slave mckenzie somewhere hidden valley silent men summary roger melin p |
| 2339 |
2314 |
2653 |
Who Loves the Rain |
Frances Shaw |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>Who Loves the Rain</em> by Frances Shaw. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 2nd, 2008.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/who-loves-the-rain-by-frances-shaw/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em who loves rain em frances shaw weekly poetry project week november 2nd 2008 p |
| 2340 |
2315 |
2654 |
Unconquered Dead |
John McCrae |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>The Unconquered Dead</em> by John McCrae. This was the fortnightly poetry project for November 2nd to 16th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-unconquered-dead-by-john-mccrae/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em the unconquered dead em john mccrae fortnightly poetry project november 2nd 16th 2008 p |
| 2341 |
2317 |
2656 |
Treatise Of Human Nature, Volume 1 |
David Hume |
Early Modern |
This book, published in two volumes called "books" by the author, is a treatment of everything from the origin of our ideas to how they are to be divided. It includes important statements of Scepticism and Hume's experimental method. Part 1 deals with the nature of ideas. Part 2 deals with the ideas of space and time. Part 3 deals with knowledge and probability. Part 4 deals with skeptical and other systems of philosophy, including a discussion of the soul and personal identity. (Summary by Wikipedia)<BR><BR>This is a recording of Volume I (or Book 1). Volume II (which contains Books 2 and 3) is <a href="http://librivox.org/a-treatise-of-human-nature-volume-2-by-david-hume/">also available as a Librivox audiobook</a>.</p> |
English |
1739 |
https://librivox.org/treatise-of-human-nature-vol-1-by-david-hume/ |
book published two volumes called books author treatment everything origin ideas divided includes important statements scepticism hume s experimental method part 1 deals nature ideas part 2 deals ideas space time part 3 deals knowledge probability part 4 deals skeptical systems philosophy including discussion soul personal identity summary wikipedia br br this recording volume or book 1 volume ii which contains books 2 3 a href http librivox org a treatise of human nature volume 2 by david hume also available librivox audiobook a p |
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2318 |
2657 |
Varney, the Vampyre Vol. 2 |
Thomas Peckett Prest |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Originally published as a penny dreadful from 1845 until 1847, when it first appeared in book form, <i>Varney the Vampyre</i> is a forerunner to vampire stories such as <i>Dracula</i>, which it heavily influenced.<br /><br />Flora Bannersworth is attacked in her own room in the middle of the night, and although her attacker is seemingly shot dead, the body is nowhere to be found. The discovery of two small bite marks on Flora's neck leads Mr Marchdale, an old friend of the family, to the conclusion that she was bitten by a vampire. While Flora recovers, her brother Henry and Mr Marchdale begin their hunt for the vampire. Their suspicions soon fall on the mysterious Sir Francis Varney, who has just bought an old abbey near Bannersworth Hall, and who bears an uncanny resemblance to Marmaduke Bannersworth, a long-dead ancestor of the family. (Summary by Annika Feilbach) </p>\n\n<b>Note that the original text had no chapters numbered 124 or 125. This project has preserved the original chapter numbers.</b> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/varney-the-vampyre-vol-2-by-t-p-prest/ |
p originally published penny dreadful 1845 1847 first appeared book form i varney vampyre i forerunner vampire stories i dracula i heavily influenced br br flora bannersworth attacked room middle night although attacker seemingly shot dead body nowhere found discovery two small bite marks flora s neck leads mr marchdale old friend family conclusion bitten vampire flora recovers brother henry mr marchdale begin hunt vampire suspicions soon fall mysterious sir francis varney bought old abbey near bannersworth hall bears uncanny resemblance marmaduke bannersworth long dead ancestor family summary annika feilbach p b note original text chapters numbered 124 125 project preserved original chapter numbers b |
| 2343 |
2319 |
2658 |
Faery Lands of the South Seas |
James Norman Hall |
Travel Fiction |
Returning from the horrors of World War I James Hall and Charles Nordhoff follow a dream to tour the South Pacific. They later co authored “Mutiny on the Bounty”. This is a love story. A travelogue and an adventure rolled into one. This book just went into the public domain, so enjoy an early 20th Century look at paradise. (Summary by Mike Vendetti)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/faery-lands-of-the-south-seas/ |
returning horrors world war james hall charles nordhoff follow dream tour south pacific later co authored mutiny bounty love story travelogue adventure rolled one book went public domain enjoy early 20th century look paradise summary mike vendetti p |
| 2344 |
2320 |
2659 |
Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge |
George Berkeley |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge (Commonly called "Treatise" when referring to Berkeley's works) is a 1710 work by the Irish Empiricist philosopher George Berkeley. This book largely seeks to refute the claims made by his contemporary John Locke about the nature of human perception. Whilst, like all the Empiricist philosophers, both Locke and Berkeley agreed that there was an outside world, and it was this world which caused the ideas one has within one's mind, Berkeley sought to prove that the outside world was also composed solely of ideas. Berkeley did this by suggesting that "Ideas can only resemble Ideas" - the mental ideas that we possessed could only resemble other ideas (not physical objects) and thus the external world consisted not of physical form, but rather of ideas. This world was given logic and regularity by some other force, which Berkeley concluded was God.<br /><br />Part 2 of the <i>Treatise</i> was never written. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1710 |
https://librivox.org/berkeleys-treatise/ |
treatise concerning principles human knowledge commonly called treatise referring berkeley s works 1710 work irish empiricist philosopher george berkeley book largely seeks refute claims made contemporary john locke nature human perception whilst like empiricist philosophers locke berkeley agreed outside world world caused ideas one within one s mind berkeley sought prove outside world also composed solely ideas berkeley suggesting ideas resemble ideas mental ideas possessed could resemble ideas not physical objects thus external world consisted physical form rather ideas world given logic regularity force berkeley concluded god br br part 2 i treatise i never written wikipedia p |
| 2345 |
2321 |
2660 |
Misérables - tome 1 |
Victor Hugo |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>C'est un roman historique, social et philosophique dans lequel on retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de Victor Hugo concernant la nature humaine. L'auteur lui-même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862, à son éditeur Lacroix : « Ma conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets, sinon le principal, de mon œuvre ».<p> </p>Le tome I de l'œuvre qui en compte cinq est consacré à Fantine. </p><p>(Source : Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-tome-1-by-victor-hugo-0910-di/ |
p c est un roman historique social et philosophique dans lequel retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de victor hugo concernant la nature humaine l auteur lui même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862 à son éditeur lacroix conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets sinon le principal de mon œuvre p p le tome de l œuvre qui en compte cinq est consacré à fantine p p source wikipedia p |
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2322 |
2661 |
Hunchback of Notre Dame |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction |
<p>One of the great literary tragedies of all time, The Hunchback of Notre Dame features some of the most well-known characters in all of fiction - Quasimodo, the hideously deformed bellringer of Notre-Dame de Paris, his master the evil priest Claude Frollo, and Esmeralda, the beautiful gypsy condemned for a crime she did not commit. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunchback-of-notre-dame-by-victor-hugo/ |
p one great literary tragedies time hunchback notre dame features well known characters fiction quasimodo hideously deformed bellringer notre dame de paris master evil priest claude frollo esmeralda beautiful gypsy condemned crime commit summary mark nelson p |
| 2347 |
2323 |
2662 |
Hurlbut’s Bible Lessons |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Religion |
<p>Questions and answers on The Old Testament and The New Testament comprising a complete course of study designed to carry on through the Old Testament in one year and through the New Testament in one year. (Summary from title page)<p>\nRead by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a>. File Editing and Cataloging: David Lawrence.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-bible-lessons-by-jesse-lyman-hurlbut/ |
p questions answers old testament new testament comprising complete course study designed carry old testament one year new testament one year summary title page p read a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a file editing cataloging david lawrence p |
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2324 |
2663 |
Alexander's Bridge (version 2) |
Willa Sibert Cather |
General Fiction |
Bartley Alexander is a construction engineer and world-renowned builder of bridges going through what's known today (but not in 1912) as a mid-life crisis. Although married to his wife Winifred, Bartley resumes his acquaintance with a former lover, Hilda Burgoyne, in London. The affair proves to gnaw at Bartley's sense of propriety and honor. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/alexanders-bridge-by-willa-cather-version2/ |
bartley alexander construction engineer world renowned builder bridges going what s known today but 1912 mid life crisis although married wife winifred bartley resumes acquaintance former lover hilda burgoyne london affair proves gnaw bartley s sense propriety honor summary wikipedia p |
| 2349 |
2325 |
2664 |
Majesty of Calmness |
William George Jordan |
Philosophy, Psychology, Self-Help |
<br />Change your life by changing your thoughts. <em>The Majesty of Calmness</em> is your guide to attracting prosperity, manifesting opportunities, and managing stress—all while discovering the values most precious to you. (Summary by Andrea Fiore)<br /><br /> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-majesty-of-calmness-by-william-george-jordan/ |
br change life changing thoughts em the majesty calmness em guide attracting prosperity manifesting opportunities managing stress all discovering values precious you summary andrea fiore br br |
| 2350 |
2326 |
2666 |
Watsons |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction |
<p>This fragment of a novel was written by Jane Austen in 1804 and remained untitled and unpublished until her nephew James Edward Austen-Leigh printed it in his <a href="http://librivox.org/memoir-of-jane-austen-by-james-austen-leigh/">A Memoir of Jane Austen</a> in 1871. The title is from him.\n<br />\n<br />Mr Watson is a widowed clergyman with two sons and four daughters. The youngest daughter, Emma, has been brought up by a wealthy aunt and is consequently better educated and more refined than her sisters. But when her aunt contracts a foolish second marriage, Emma is obliged to return to her father's house. There she is chagrined by the crude and reckless husband-hunting of two of her twenty-something sisters.\n<br />(Summary from Gesine and Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-watsons-by-jane-austen/ |
p this fragment novel written jane austen 1804 remained untitled unpublished nephew james edward austen leigh printed a href http librivox org memoir of jane austen by james austen leigh a memoir jane austen a 1871 title him br br mr watson widowed clergyman two sons four daughters youngest daughter emma brought wealthy aunt consequently better educated refined sisters aunt contracts foolish second marriage emma obliged return father s house chagrined crude reckless husband hunting two twenty something sisters br summary gesine wikipedia p |
| 2351 |
2327 |
2667 |
Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 1, A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and the Protestant Martyrs |
William Byron Forbush |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>The Book of Martyrs, by John Foxe, is an English Protestant account of the persecutions of Protestants, many of whom had died for their beliefs within the decade immediately preceding its first publication. It was first published by John Day, in 1563. Lavishly illustrated with many woodcuts, it was the largest publishing project undertaken in Britain up to that time. Commonly known as, “Foxe’s Book of Martyrs”, the work’s full title begins with “Actes and Monuments of these Latter and Perillous Days, Touching Matters of the Church.” There were many subsequent editions, by Day, and by other editors down through the years. Foxe’s original work was enormous (the second edition filling two heavy folio volumes with a total of 2,300 pages, estimated to be twice as long as Edward Gibbon’s “Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire.” This edition is much abridged from Foxe’s original. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br/><br/><a href="https://librivox.org/foxes-book-of-martyrs-vol-2/" target="_blank">Foxes' Book of Martyrs, Vol 2</a></p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/foxes-book-of-martyrs-vol-1/ |
p the book martyrs john foxe english protestant account persecutions protestants many died beliefs within decade immediately preceding first publication first published john day 1563 lavishly illustrated many woodcuts largest publishing project undertaken britain time commonly known as foxe s book martyrs work s full title begins actes monuments latter perillous days touching matters church many subsequent editions day editors years foxe s original work enormous the second edition filling two heavy folio volumes total 2 300 pages estimated twice long edward gibbon s decline fall roman empire edition much abridged foxe s original summary wikipedia br br a href https librivox org foxes book of martyrs vol 2 target _blank foxes book martyrs vol 2 a p |
| 2352 |
2328 |
2668 |
Smile, Smile, Smile |
Wilfred Owen |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of <em>Smile, Smile, Smile</em> by Wilfred Owen. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 9th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/smile-smile-smile-by-wilfred-owen/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings em smile smile smile em wilfred owen weekly poetry project week november 9th 2008 p |
| 2353 |
2329 |
2669 |
Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ Book 1 |
Lew Wallace |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Lew Wallace's Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ "Book 1" gives a sideline view of events taking pace around the days of Christ. Book 1 gives the account of Christ's birth. (Summary by MHAIJH85)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/ben-hur-a-tale-of-the-christ-book-1-by-lew-wallace/ |
p lew wallace s ben hur tale christ book 1 gives sideline view events taking pace around days christ book 1 gives account christ s birth summary mhaijh85 p |
| 2354 |
2330 |
2670 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 08 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D’Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 8, subtitled “The Era of the Reformation”, addresses the late Tudor period, particularly the reigns of the children of Henry VIII, and ends with the end of the reign of Elizabeth I. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-8-by-thomas-darcy-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 8 subtitled the era reformation addresses late tudor period particularly reigns children henry viii ends end reign elizabeth i summary sibella denton p |
| 2355 |
2331 |
2671 |
Robert Browning |
G. K. Chesterton |
Literary Criticism |
<p>There is an old anecdote, probably apocryphal, which describes how a feminine admirer wrote to Browning asking him for the meaning of one of his darker poems, and received the following reply: "When that poem was written, two people knew what it meant--God and Robert Browning. And now God only knows what it means. (Summary by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p>\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/robert-browning-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p there old anecdote probably apocryphal describes feminine admirer wrote browning asking meaning one darker poems received following reply when poem written two people knew meant god robert browning god knows means summary gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2356 |
2333 |
2673 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 007 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br><br />"Ein Feigling" und "Die Hand" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br>\n"Der Postmeister" und "Der Schneesturm" übersetzt von Alexander Eliasberg (1878-1924)\n</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-007-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br ein feigling und die hand übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br der postmeister und der schneesturm übersetzt von alexander eliasberg 1878 1924 p |
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2334 |
2674 |
Organic Gardener's Composting |
Steve Solomon |
Gardening |
The art and science of composting is presented in a humorous and readable manner from the basic elements to the in-depth science. An entire chapter is devoted to composting with red worms (vermiculture), and detailed information is provided on building different types of composting units. The history of the organic gardening movement is included as well as an annotated bibliography of works on the subjects of composting and food gardening.<BR><BR>\nNote by soloist: this book has been entered into the public domain by the author and has been cleared through Project Gutenberg. I have also contacted the author personally and received verification of his intentions.</p> |
English |
1993 |
https://librivox.org/organic-gardeners-composting/ |
art science composting presented humorous readable manner basic elements in depth science entire chapter devoted composting red worms vermiculture detailed information provided building different types composting units history organic gardening movement included well annotated bibliography works subjects composting food gardening br br note soloist book entered public domain author cleared project gutenberg also contacted author personally received verification intentions p |
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2335 |
2675 |
Geschichte des Abfalls der vereinigten Niederlande von der spanischen Regierung |
Friedrich Schiller |
History |
<p>Schiller, einer der Weimarer Klassiker, bekannt als Dichter und Dramatiker, beschreibt in meisterhaftem Deutsch den Beginn der Unabhängigkeit der Niederlande. Erschienen 1788-1795.(Zusammenfassung von redaer) </p>\n<p>Die Aufnahme enthält “Beilagen III. Philipp der Zweite, Koenig von Spanien, von Louis-Sebastien Mercier, uebersetzt von Friedrich von Schiller”, welche bei gutenberg.spiegel.de fehlt. Diese findet sich bei <a href="http://de.wikisource.org/wiki/Philipp_der_Zweite,_König_von_Spanien">de.wikisource.org</a>\n</p> |
German |
1788 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-abfalls-der-vereinigten-niederlande-von-der-spanischen-regierung-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
p schiller einer der weimarer klassiker bekannt als dichter und dramatiker beschreibt meisterhaftem deutsch den beginn der unabhängigkeit der niederlande erschienen 1788 1795 zusammenfassung von redaer p p die aufnahme enthält beilagen iii philipp der zweite koenig von spanien von louis sebastien mercier uebersetzt von friedrich von schiller welche bei gutenberg spiegel de fehlt diese findet sich bei a href http de wikisource org wiki philipp_der_zweite _könig_von_spanien de wikisource org a p |
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2336 |
2676 |
Lost Princess |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Also known as "A Double Story" or "The Wise Woman."<br/><br/>\n\nThe story of two very spoiled girls, a princess and a peasant, who are kidnapped by a strange woman for a lesson in life. They may not emerge the same... but will their parents be changed for the better too? (Summary by Cheyenne)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-princess-by-george-macdonald/ |
p also known a double story the wise woman br br story two spoiled girls princess peasant kidnapped strange woman lesson life may emerge same parents changed better too summary cheyenne p |
| 2360 |
2337 |
2677 |
Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis |
Melvin Powers |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
<br />Summary from <em>A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis</em>:\nThis book is written in terms that are comprehensible to the layman. The step-by-step instructions should afford the reader a means of acquiring self-hypnosis. The necessary material is here. The reader need only follow the instructions as they are given. It is the author's hope that you will, through the selective use of self-hypnosis, arrive at a more rewarding, well-adjusted, and fuller life.<br /><br /> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/a-practical-guide-to-self-hypnosis-by-melvin-powers/ |
br summary em a practical guide self hypnosis em book written terms comprehensible layman step by step instructions afford reader means acquiring self hypnosis necessary material here reader need follow instructions given author s hope will selective use self hypnosis arrive rewarding well adjusted fuller life br br |
| 2361 |
2338 |
2678 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 09 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Poetry |
</p>LibriVox readers present the ninth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. \nWilliam Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres - tragedy, comedy, romance, &c - that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (summary by Shurtagal)</p> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-collection-009/ |
p librivox readers present ninth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal p |
| 2362 |
2339 |
2679 |
Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection 001 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favorite public-domain fairy tales. This is a collection of 20 fairy tales in 7 languages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-fairy-tale-collection-volume-001/ |
librivox s multilingual fairy tale collection librivox volunteers read favorite public domain fairy tales collection 20 fairy tales 7 languages recorded variety librivox members p |
| 2363 |
2356 |
2696 |
Australian Legendary Tales Folk-Lore of the Noongahburrahs As Told To The Piccaninnies |
K. Langloh Parker |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A Collection of Australian Aboriginal Legendary Folk-Lore Tales, legends of the Narran tribe,\nknown among themselves as Noongahburrahs.</p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/australian-legendary-tales-folk-lore-of-the-noongahburrahs-as-told-to-the-piccaninnies-by-k-langloh-parker/ |
collection australian aboriginal legendary folk lore tales legends narran tribe known among noongahburrahs p |
| 2364 |
2340 |
2680 |
Hero Tales from American History |
Henry Cabot Lodge |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Its purpose … is to tell in simple fashion the story of some Americans who showed that they knew how to live and how to die; who proved their truth by their endeavor; and who joined to the stern and manly qualities which are essential to the well-being of a masterful race the virtues of gentleness, of patriotism, and of lofty adherence to an ideal.<br><br>It is a good thing for all Americans … to remember the men who have given their lives in war and peace to the service of their fellow-countrymen, and to keep in mind the feats of daring and personal prowess done in time past by some of the many champions of the nation in the various crises of her history. (Summary from the book’s dedication.)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/hero-tales-from-american-history-by-henry-cabot-lodge-and-theodore-roosevelt/ |
p its purpose tell simple fashion story americans showed knew live die proved truth endeavor joined stern manly qualities essential well being masterful race virtues gentleness patriotism lofty adherence ideal br br it good thing americans remember men given lives war peace service fellow countrymen keep mind feats daring personal prowess done time past many champions nation various crises history summary book s dedication p |
| 2365 |
2341 |
2681 |
Life Of Charlotte Brontë Volume 1 |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />Charlotte Brontë was a British author, the eldest of the three famous Brontë sisters who have become standards of English literature. She is best known for her novel Jane Eyre, one of the greatest classics of all time. Just two years after Charlotte's death, her friend Elizabeth Gaskell wrote her biography. Want to know more about Charlotte Brontë? If you do, please read this biography. Summary by Stav Nisser.<br /><br />\nA recording of <a href="http://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlotte-bronte-volume-2-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/" target="_blank">Volume 2</a> of this work is also available.<br /><br /> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlotte-bronte-volume-1-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
br charlotte brontë british author eldest three famous brontë sisters become standards english literature best known novel jane eyre one greatest classics time two years charlotte s death friend elizabeth gaskell wrote biography want know charlotte brontë do please read biography summary stav nisser br br recording a href http librivox org the life of charlotte bronte volume 2 by elizabeth cleghorn gaskell target _blank volume 2 a work also available br br |
| 2366 |
2342 |
2682 |
Captain Jim |
Mary Grant Bruce |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
This book is about Norah Linton, her brother Jim, her father David and Jim's chum Wally from Australia. They all move to England during WWI because Jim and Wally want to fight in the war.<br /><br />When a Irish friend of the family dies, Norah inherits a big house in Surrey: Homewood. To keep up the Irishman's memory they want to use the house to help the war effort. They turn it into a home for "Tired People"--soldiers recovering from injuries, or soldiers on leave that have no family to go home to, can come here to have a good time and enjoy the country-side, so that they can go back to their regiments fully rested and restored.<br /><br />Unfortunately Jim and Wally are soon called upon to fight, leaving Norah and her father to take care of the Tired People. (Summary by wendy)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/captain-jim-by-mary-grant-bruce/ |
book norah linton brother jim father david jim s chum wally australia move england wwi jim wally want fight war br br when irish friend family dies norah inherits big house surrey homewood keep irishman s memory want use house help war effort turn home tired people soldiers recovering injuries soldiers leave family go home to come good time enjoy country side go back regiments fully rested restored br br unfortunately jim wally soon called upon fight leaving norah father take care tired people summary wendy p |
| 2367 |
2343 |
2683 |
Mounties in the News |
The New York Times |
Modern (19th C) |
A newspaper account of the activities in the Western Canada during the Riel Rebellion and some of the aftermath , articles dating from August 1880 to January 1895. (Summary by David Lawrence)</br>\nReaders for this project are David Lawrence and Esther.</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mounties-in-the-news-by-the-new-york-times/ |
newspaper account activities western canada riel rebellion aftermath articles dating august 1880 january 1895 summary david lawrence br readers project david lawrence esther p |
| 2368 |
2344 |
2684 |
Maggie: A Girl of the Streets |
Stephen Crane |
General Fiction |
<p>Stephen Crane's first novel, Maggie: A Girl of the Streets has been called "the first dark flower of American Naturalism" for its distinctive elements of naturalistic fiction. The chief character, Maggie, descends into prostitution after being led astray by her lover. Rather than focusing on those that make up the very rich or middle class, the novel highlights the deplorable living conditions of the working class during the so-called Gilded Age in New York's Bowery. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Illiterati)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/maggie-a-girl-of-the-streets-by-stephen-crane/ |
p stephen crane s first novel maggie girl streets called the first dark flower american naturalism distinctive elements naturalistic fiction chief character maggie descends prostitution led astray lover rather focusing make rich middle class novel highlights deplorable living conditions working class so called gilded age new york s bowery summary adapted wikipedia illiterati p |
| 2369 |
2345 |
2685 |
Oedipus Rex (Storr Translation) |
Sophocles |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction, Plays |
Oedipus the King (often known by the Latin title Oedipus Rex) is an Athenian tragedy by Sophocles that was first performed c. 429 BC. It was the second of Sophocles's three Theban plays to be produced, but it comes first in the internal chronology, followed by Oedipus at Colonus and then Antigone. Over the centuries, it has come to be regarded by many as the Greek tragedy par excellence. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nOedipus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nPriest of Zeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3346">Hannah Dowell</a><br />\nCreon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1469">Fr. Richard Zeile</a><br />\nTeiresias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3286">BrianaTheBard</a><br />\nJocasta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1944">Carolyn Francis</a><br />\nSecond Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3416">pipsoul</a><br />\nHerd of Laius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd</a><br />\nChorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/oedipus-rex-by-sophocles/ |
oedipus king often known latin title oedipus rex athenian tragedy sophocles first performed c 429 bc second sophocles s three theban plays produced comes first internal chronology followed oedipus colonus antigone centuries come regarded many greek tragedy par excellence summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br oedipus a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br priest zeus a href http librivox org reader 3346 hannah dowell a br creon a href http librivox org reader 1469 fr richard zeile a br teiresias a href http librivox org reader 3286 brianathebard a br jocasta a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1944 carolyn francis a br second messenger a href http librivox org reader 3416 pipsoul a br herd laius a href http librivox org reader 1085 hefyd a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
| 2370 |
2346 |
2686 |
Phoebe Deane |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life, General Fiction, Romance |
Second book in the Marcia Schuyler trilogy. Phoebe Deane lives almost as a servant in her brother's home, tormented by her hateful sister-in-law. Schemes to marry her off swirl around her. Her fate seems to be marriage to an abusive man with several disobedient children, until a chance encounter in the woods one afternoon changes the course of her destiny. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/phoebe-deane-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
second book marcia schuyler trilogy phoebe deane lives almost servant brother s home tormented hateful sister in law schemes marry swirl around her fate seems marriage abusive man several disobedient children chance encounter woods one afternoon changes course destiny summary triciag |
| 2371 |
2347 |
2687 |
Song (Coleridge version) |
Hartley Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <em>Song</em> by Hartley Coleridge. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 16th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-hartley-coleridge/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings em song em hartley coleridge weekly poetry project week november 16th 2008 p |
| 2372 |
2348 |
2688 |
Julia Ried |
Pansy |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name "Pansy." Sequel to "Ester Ried." Julia Ried must take a job as a bookkeeper in a factory to earn a living. The mistress of her boardinghouse influences her in a negative way, drawing her into a life and attitude displeasing to God. Will her family and friends be able to convince her stand up for what's right? (Summary written by TriciaG)<br><br>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ester-ried-by-isabella-alden/">Ester Ried</a><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-kings-daughter-by-isabella-alden/">The King's Daughter</a><br><br> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/julia-ried-by-isabella-alden/ |
authored isabella m alden pen name pansy sequel ester ried julia ried must take job bookkeeper factory earn living mistress boardinghouse influences negative way drawing life attitude displeasing god family friends able convince stand what s right summary written triciag br br previous book series a href http librivox org ester ried by isabella alden ester ried a br next book series a href http librivox org the kings daughter by isabella alden the king s daughter a br br |
| 2373 |
2349 |
2689 |
Verwandlung |
Franz Kafka |
General Fiction |
<p>"Als Gregor Samsa eines Morgens aus unruhigen Träumen erwachte, fand er sich in seinem Bett zu einem ungeheueren Ungeziefer verwandelt..." So beginnt Kafka diesen Klassiker und beschreibt in seinem typischen Stil wie sich die plötzliche Verwandlung auf das weitere Leben Gregor Samsas auswirkt. (Zusammenfassung von Markus Wachenheim)</p> |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/die-verwandlung-von-franz-kafka/ |
p als gregor samsa eines morgens aus unruhigen träumen erwachte fand er sich seinem bett zu einem ungeheueren ungeziefer verwandelt beginnt kafka diesen klassiker und beschreibt seinem typischen stil wie sich die plötzliche verwandlung auf das weitere leben gregor samsas auswirkt zusammenfassung von markus wachenheim p |
| 2374 |
2350 |
2690 |
Zwei Märchen |
Theodor Storm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<b>Die Regentrude</b>\n<br />Einen so heißen Sommer hat es schon seit hundert Jahren nicht mehr gegeben. Das Gras vertrocknet auf den Wiesen und das Vieh verdurstet. Mutter Stine ist sich sicher, die Regentrude muss eingeschlafen sein. Ihr Sohn Andrees und die junge Maren machen sich zusammen auf, den Feuerteufel zu überlisten und den Weg zur schlafenden Regentrude zu finden.\n<br />\n<br /><b>Hinzelmeier</b>\n<br />Der kleine Hinzelmeier ist gar nicht erstaunt darüber, dass seine Eltern immer jung und schön bleiben. Als er fast erwachsen ist, erfährt er das Geheimnis seiner Familie und macht sich auf in die Welt, um ein Handwerk zu lernen und jenen geheimnisvollen Garten zu finden, in dem eine Rosenjungfrau auf ihn wartet, die auch ihm ewige Jugend und Glück bringen kann.\n<br />(Summary by Hokuspokus) |
German |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/zwei-marchen-by-theodor-storm/ |
b die regentrude b br einen heißen sommer hat es schon seit hundert jahren nicht mehr gegeben das gras vertrocknet auf den wiesen und das vieh verdurstet mutter stine ist sich sicher die regentrude muss eingeschlafen sein ihr sohn andrees und die junge maren machen sich zusammen auf den feuerteufel zu überlisten und den weg zur schlafenden regentrude zu finden br br b hinzelmeier b br der kleine hinzelmeier ist gar nicht erstaunt darüber dass seine eltern immer jung und schön bleiben als er fast erwachsen ist erfährt er das geheimnis seiner familie und macht sich auf die welt um ein handwerk zu lernen und jenen geheimnisvollen garten zu finden dem eine rosenjungfrau auf ihn wartet die auch ihm ewige jugend und glück bringen kann br summary hokuspokus |
| 2375 |
2351 |
2691 |
My November Guest |
Robert Frost |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>My November Guest</em> by Robert Frost. This was the fortnightly poetry project for November 16th to 30th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/my-november-guest-by-robert-frost/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em my november guest em robert frost fortnightly poetry project november 16th 30th 2008 p |
| 2376 |
2352 |
2692 |
Robert Falconer |
George MacDonald |
General Fiction, Christian Fiction |
A Victorian novel devoted to beloved character first introduced to readers in MacDonald's <i>David Elginbrod</i>. (Summary by Kenneth R. Morefield)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/robert-falconer-by-george-macdonald/ |
victorian novel devoted beloved character first introduced readers macdonald s i david elginbrod i summary kenneth r morefield p |
| 2377 |
2353 |
2693 |
Persuasion (version 4) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Several years before the events of the novel, Anne Elliott fell in love with a young and handsome but poor naval officer. She was persuaded by her friends and family to refuse him when he asked her to marry him. Now she meets him again...<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-by-jane-austen-4/ |
several years events novel anne elliott fell love young handsome poor naval officer persuaded friends family refuse asked marry him meets again p |
| 2378 |
2354 |
2694 |
Secret Garden (version 2) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
Orphaned Mary Lennox is sent to live with her uncle in Yorkshire, and finds herself in a house full of secrets and mysteries. <p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-garden-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-version-2/ |
orphaned mary lennox sent live uncle yorkshire finds house full secrets mysteries p |
| 2379 |
2355 |
2695 |
Just Patty |
Jean Webster |
General |
Patty, Conny, and Priscilla are the best of friends, and roommates at boarding school. While the teachers might say they are mischievous, even troublemakers, Patty and her friends act only in accordance with their convictions. From forming a labor union to furnishing a house for the neighbors, Patty's ideas are unconventional, yet loads of fun. Just Patty is the prequel to When Patty Went to College, the first novel by the author of Daddy-Long-Legs and Dear Enemy.(Summary by Lorelle Anderson)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/just-patty-by-jean-webster/ |
patty conny priscilla best friends roommates boarding school teachers might say mischievous even troublemakers patty friends act accordance convictions forming labor union furnishing house neighbors patty s ideas unconventional yet loads fun patty prequel patty went college first novel author daddy long legs dear enemy summary lorelle anderson p |
| 2380 |
2357 |
2699 |
Nostromo |
Joseph Conrad |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Señor Gould is a native Costaguanan of English descent who owns the silver-mining concession in Sulaco. He is tired of the political instability in Costaguana and its concomitant corruption, and puts his weight behind the Ribierist project, which he believes will finally bring stability to the country after years of misrule and tyranny by self-serving dictators. Instead, the silver mine and the wealth it has generated become a magnet for local warlords to fight over, plunging Costaguana into a new round of chaos. Among others, the revolutionary Montero invades Sulaco; Señor Gould, adamant that his silver should not become spoil for his enemies, entrusts it to Nostromo, the trusted "capataz de los cargadores" (head longshoreman).\n<br /><br />\nNostromo is an Italian expatriate who has risen to that position through his daring exploits. ("Nostromo" is Italian for "mate" or "boatswain," as well as a contraction of nostro uomo — "our man.") He is so named by his employer, Captain Mitchell. "Nostromo's" real name is Giovanni Battista Fidanza — Fidanza meaning "trust" in archaic Italian.\n<br /><br />\nNostromo is what would today be called a shameless self-publicist. He is believed by Señor Gould to be incorruptible, and for this reason is entrusted with hiding the silver from the revolutionaries. He accepts the mission not out of loyalty to Señor Gould, but rather because he sees an opportunity to increase his own fame. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/nostromo-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p señor gould native costaguanan english descent owns silver mining concession sulaco tired political instability costaguana concomitant corruption puts weight behind ribierist project believes finally bring stability country years misrule tyranny self serving dictators instead silver mine wealth generated become magnet local warlords fight over plunging costaguana new round chaos among others revolutionary montero invades sulaco señor gould adamant silver become spoil enemies entrusts nostromo trusted capataz de los cargadores head longshoreman br br nostromo italian expatriate risen position daring exploits nostromo italian mate boatswain well contraction nostro uomo our man named employer captain mitchell nostromo s real name giovanni battista fidanza fidanza meaning trust archaic italian br br nostromo would today called shameless self publicist believed señor gould incorruptible reason entrusted hiding silver revolutionaries accepts mission loyalty señor gould rather sees opportunity increase fame summary wikipedia p |
| 2381 |
2358 |
2700 |
Exploits Of Elaine |
Arthur B. Reeve |
Detective Fiction |
The Exploits of Elaine It tells the story of a young woman named Elaine who, with the help of a detective, tries to find the man, known only as "The Clutching Hand", who murdered her father. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-exploits-of-elaine-by-arthur-b-reeve/ |
exploits elaine tells story young woman named elaine who help detective tries find man known the clutching hand murdered father wikipedia p |
| 2382 |
2359 |
2701 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 06: La Epistola del Apostol San Pablo a los Romanos |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
La epístola del Apóstol San Pablo a los Romanos, versión Reina Valera. <p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/epistola-de-pablo-a-los-romanos/ |
la epístola del apóstol san pablo los romanos versión reina valera p |
| 2383 |
2360 |
2702 |
Beverly Of Graustark |
George Barr McCutcheon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
Beverly Of Graustark is the second book in the Graustark series.\nLorry and his wife, the princess, made their home in Washington, but\nspent a few months of each year in Edelweiss. During the periods spent\nin Washington and in travel, her affairs in Graustark were in the hands\nof a capable, austere old diplomat--her uncle, Count Caspar\nHalfont. Princess Volga reigned as regent over the principality of\nAxphain. To the south lay the principality of Dawsbergen, ruled by young\nPrince Dantan, whose half brother, the deposed Prince Gabriel, had been\nfor two years a prisoner in Graustark, the convicted assassin of Prince\nLorenz, of Axphain, one time suitor for the hand of Yetive. (Project Gutenberg)<p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/beverly-of-graustark-by-george-barr-mccutcheon/ |
beverly graustark second book graustark series lorry wife princess made home washington spent months year edelweiss periods spent washington travel affairs graustark hands capable austere old diplomat her uncle count caspar halfont princess volga reigned regent principality axphain south lay principality dawsbergen ruled young prince dantan whose half brother deposed prince gabriel two years prisoner graustark convicted assassin prince lorenz axphain one time suitor hand yetive project gutenberg p |
| 2384 |
2361 |
2703 |
Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>This is the fifth of Burrough's Tarzan novels.<br /><br />Tarzan finds himself bereft of his fortune and resolves to return to the jewel-room of Opar, leaving Jane to face unexpected danger at home. (Summary written by Sarah Jennings.)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-and-the-jewels-of-opar-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p this fifth burrough s tarzan novels br br tarzan finds bereft fortune resolves return jewel room opar leaving jane face unexpected danger home summary written sarah jennings p |
| 2385 |
2362 |
2704 |
From Plotzk to Boston |
Mary Antin |
Memoirs |
An intensely personal account of the immigration experience as related by a young Jewish girl from Plotzk (a town in the government of Vitebsk, Russia). Mary Antin, with her mother, sisters, and brother, set out from Plotzk in 1894 to join their father, who had journeyed to the "Promised Land" of America three years before. Fourth class railroad cars packed to suffocation, corrupt crossing guards, luggage and persons crudely "disinfected" by German officials who feared the cholera, locked "quarantine" portside, and, finally, the steamer voyage and a famiily reunited. For anyone who has ever wondered what it was like for their grandparents or great grandparents to emmigrate from Europe to the United States last century, this is a fascinating narrative. Mary Antin went on to become an immigration rights activist. She also wrote an autobiography, The Promised Land, published in 1912, which detailed her assimilation into American culture. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/from-plotzk-to-boston-by-mary-antin/ |
intensely personal account immigration experience related young jewish girl plotzk a town government vitebsk russia mary antin mother sisters brother set plotzk 1894 join father journeyed promised land america three years before fourth class railroad cars packed suffocation corrupt crossing guards luggage persons crudely disinfected german officials feared cholera locked quarantine portside and finally steamer voyage famiily reunited anyone ever wondered like grandparents great grandparents emmigrate europe united states last century fascinating narrative mary antin went become immigration rights activist also wrote autobiography promised land published 1912 detailed assimilation american culture summary sue anderson p |
| 2386 |
2363 |
2706 |
Poison Belt |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Three years after the events that took place in The Lost World ( http://librivox.org/the-lost-world-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ ), Professor Challenger urgently summons his fellow explorers (Professor Summerlee, Lord John Roxton, and reporter E.D. Malone) to a meeting. Oddly, he requires each to bring an oxygen cylinder with him.<br /><br />What he soon informs them is that from astronomical data and just-received telegraphs of strange accidents on the other side of the world, he has deduced that the Earth is starting to move through a region of space containing something poisonous to humankind.<br /><br />Shutting themselves tightly up in Challenger's house, they start to consider what may be done. But as their countrymen start to drop, will their oxygen last long enough to determine and implement a solution? (Summary by Mark Smith)</p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-poison-belt-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p three years events took place lost world http librivox org the lost world by sir arthur conan doyle professor challenger urgently summons fellow explorers professor summerlee lord john roxton reporter e d malone meeting oddly requires bring oxygen cylinder him br br what soon informs astronomical data just received telegraphs strange accidents side world deduced earth starting move region space containing something poisonous humankind br br shutting tightly challenger s house start consider may done countrymen start drop oxygen last long enough determine implement solution summary mark smith p |
| 2387 |
2364 |
2707 |
Republic |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
<p>The Republic is a Socratic dialogue by Plato, written in approximately 380 BC. It is one of the most influential works of philosophy and political theory, and arguably Plato's best known work. In it, Socrates and various other Athenians and foreigners discuss the meaning of justice and whether the just man is happier than the unjust man by constructing an imaginary city ruled by philosopher-kings. The dialogue also discusses the nature of the philosopher, Plato's Theory of Forms, the conflict between philosophy and poetry, and the immortality of the soul. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/platos_republic/ |
p the republic socratic dialogue plato written approximately 380 bc one influential works philosophy political theory arguably plato s best known work it socrates various athenians foreigners discuss meaning justice whether man happier unjust man constructing imaginary city ruled philosopher kings dialogue also discusses nature philosopher plato s theory forms conflict philosophy poetry immortality soul summary wikipedia p |
| 2388 |
2365 |
2708 |
Momentous Words |
Edward Rowland Sill |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <em>Momentous Words</em> by Edward Rowland Sill. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of November 23rd, 2008.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/momentous-words-by-edward-roland-sill/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings em momentous words em edward rowland sill weekly poetry project week november 23rd 2008 p |
| 2389 |
2366 |
2709 |
Elsie Dinsmore |
Martha Finley |
Children's Fiction, Religion |
<p>Elsie, young and motherless, has never met her father and is being raised by her father's family. As a strong Christian, she has many trials within the unbelieving family. Her greatest comforts are her faith and her mammy, Chloe. Finally, her father returns home. Will her father love her? Will her father learn to love Jesus? (Summary by Tricia G)<br/><br/>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/holidays-at-roselands-by-martha-finley/">Holidays at Roselands</a></p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/elsie-dinsmore-by-martha-finley/ |
p elsie young motherless never met father raised father s family strong christian many trials within unbelieving family greatest comforts faith mammy chloe finally father returns home father love her father learn love jesus summary tricia g br br next book series a href http librivox org holidays at roselands by martha finley holidays roselands a p |
| 2390 |
2367 |
2710 |
Country Beyond |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<br /><p>The Country Beyond, subtitled A Romance In the Wilderness, is a story of "Jolly" Roger McKay, an outcast on the run from the law; Nada, the girl he falls in love with; and Peter, the devoted mixed-breed dog who links the two together as no human could, as action, adventure, and romance take them through the Northwest Canadian wilderness in search of The Country Beyond. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-country-beyond-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
br p the country beyond subtitled romance wilderness story jolly roger mckay outcast run law nada girl falls love with peter devoted mixed breed dog links two together human could action adventure romance take northwest canadian wilderness search country beyond summary roger melin p |
| 2391 |
2368 |
2711 |
Reinaart de Vos |
Unknown |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Het episch dierdicht "Van den Vos Reynaerde", geschreven in het Middelnederlands in de 13e eeuw, geldt als een hoogtepunt in de Nederlandse middeleeuwse literatuur. Het epos verhaalt van de schurkenstreken van Reinaert de Vos, die zo listig is dat hij iedereen weet beet te nemen.<BR><BR>Deze vertaling uit 1885 is van Julius de Geyter. Uit zijn inleiding:<BR>"Reinaart de Vos, dat meesterstuk onzer Letterkunde, bestaat uit twee deelen: het eene, dat men gewoonlijk het <i>eerste boek</i> noemt, is omtrent den jare 1250 in Vlaanderen geschreven door een man van genie; het zoogenaamde <i>tweede boek</i>, ongeveer 150 jaren later waarschijnlijk ook door een Vlaming opgesteld, is nauwelijks het werk van een man van talent. De eerste onzer beide dichters, zooals d'eposschrijvers immer deden, had al d'avonturen van zijnen held bijeengezameld, er met een meesterhand de grondstof uitgegrepen, en ze tot een kunstjuweel verwerkt. Naar zijn eigen oordeel, was zijn gedicht gansch de geschiedenis van Reinaart, wat er dan ook over dezen nog meer was geschreven of in den mond des volks voortleefde.<BR>Onze tweede schrijver, anderhalv' eeuw nadien, heeft nu juist dat overtollig geoordeelde ook te boek gesteld, en begin en slot van zijns voorgangers meesterstuk veranderd, om er zijn vervolg min of meer passend te kunnen aansluiten."<BR>Deze vertaling omvat alleen het zogenaamde "eerste boek".<BR><BR>Reading of a 19th century Dutch translation of a 13th century Middle Dutch rhymed version of the story of Reynard the Fox.</p> |
Dutch |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/reinaart-de-vos/ |
p het episch dierdicht van den vos reynaerde geschreven het middelnederlands de 13e eeuw geldt als een hoogtepunt de nederlandse middeleeuwse literatuur het epos verhaalt van de schurkenstreken van reinaert de vos die zo listig dat hij iedereen weet beet te nemen br br deze vertaling uit 1885 van julius de geyter uit zijn inleiding br reinaart de vos dat meesterstuk onzer letterkunde bestaat uit twee deelen het eene dat men gewoonlijk het i eerste boek i noemt omtrent den jare 1250 vlaanderen geschreven door een man van genie het zoogenaamde i tweede boek i ongeveer 150 jaren later waarschijnlijk ook door een vlaming opgesteld nauwelijks het werk van een man van talent de eerste onzer beide dichters zooals d eposschrijvers immer deden al d avonturen van zijnen held bijeengezameld er met een meesterhand de grondstof uitgegrepen en ze tot een kunstjuweel verwerkt naar zijn eigen oordeel zijn gedicht gansch de geschiedenis van reinaart wat er dan ook dezen nog meer geschreven den mond des volks voortleefde br onze tweede schrijver anderhalv eeuw nadien heeft nu juist dat overtollig geoordeelde ook te boek gesteld en begin en slot van zijns voorgangers meesterstuk veranderd om er zijn vervolg min meer passend te kunnen aansluiten br deze vertaling omvat alleen het zogenaamde eerste boek br br reading 19th century dutch translation 13th century middle dutch rhymed version story reynard fox p |
| 2392 |
2369 |
2712 |
Selected Short Stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Short Stories |
<p>Ranging in tone from humor to sentimentality, these stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald are set against a backdrop of jazz, flappers, and the changing mores of American society. In "Bernice Bobs Her Hair," wallflower Bernice is taken in hand by her more popular cousin, whose motives are not entirely altruistic. In "Benediction," a young woman visits her brother in seminary. A camel goes to a party in "The Camel's Back." "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is a poignant fantasy about a man who ages backward. Finally, tragedy befalls a young couple in "The Lees of Happiness." The stories in this collection are from the books <i>Flappers and Philosophers</i> and <i>Tales of the Jazz Age</i>. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/selected-short-stories-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
p ranging tone humor sentimentality stories f scott fitzgerald set backdrop jazz flappers changing mores american society bernice bobs hair wallflower bernice taken hand popular cousin whose motives entirely altruistic benediction young woman visits brother seminary camel goes party the camel s back the curious case benjamin button poignant fantasy man ages backward finally tragedy befalls young couple the lees happiness stories collection books i flappers philosophers i i tales jazz age i summary laurie anne walden p |
| 2393 |
2370 |
2713 |
Journals of Robert Falcon Scott Vol 1 |
Leonard Huxley |
History , Memoirs, Exploration |
Capt. Robert F. Scott's bid to be the leader of the first expedition to reach the South Pole is one of the most famous journeys of all time. What started as a scientific expedition turned out to be an unwilling race against a team lead by R. Admunsen to reach the Pole. The Norwegian flag already stood at the end of the trail when Scott's party reached their target. All the five men of the Scott expedition who took part in the last march to the Pole perished on their way back to safety.</p>\n\nRobert F. Scott kept a journal throughout the journey, all the way to the tragic end, documenting all aspects of the expedition. The famous last words of the journal were: 'It seems a pity, but I do not think I can write more. For God's sake look after our people.'<br> \n (Summary by Illiterati)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-journals-of-robert-falcon-scott-vol-1-by-robert-falcon-scott/ |
capt robert f scott s bid leader first expedition reach south pole one famous journeys time started scientific expedition turned unwilling race team lead r admunsen reach pole norwegian flag already stood end trail scott s party reached target five men scott expedition took part last march pole perished way back safety p robert f scott kept journal throughout journey way tragic end documenting aspects expedition famous last words journal were it seems pity think write more god s sake look people br summary illiterati p |
| 2394 |
2371 |
2714 |
Lost Continent (Beyond Thirty) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
<p>Originally published under the title of <i>Beyond Thirty</i>.<br /><br />The novel, set in the year 2137, was heavily influenced by the events of World War I. In the future world depicted in the novel, Europe has descended into barbarism while an isolationist Western Hemisphere remains sheltered from the destruction. The title Beyond Thirty refers to the degree of longitude that inhabitants of the Western Hemisphere are forbidden to pass. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-continent-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p originally published title i beyond thirty i br br the novel set year 2137 heavily influenced events world war i future world depicted novel europe descended barbarism isolationist western hemisphere remains sheltered destruction title beyond thirty refers degree longitude inhabitants western hemisphere forbidden pass summary wikipedia p |
| 2395 |
2372 |
2715 |
Wars of the Jews |
Flavius Josephus |
Antiquity |
<p>The Wars of the Jews (or The History of the Destruction of Jerusalem, or as it usually appears in modern English translations, The Jewish War - original title: Phlauiou Iôsêpou historia Ioudaïkou polemou pros Rhômaious bibliona) is a book written by the 1st century Jewish historian Josephus.<br/><br/>\n\nIt is a description of Jewish history from the capture of Jerusalem by the Seleucid ruler Antiochus IV Epiphanes in 164 BC to the fall and destruction of Jerusalem in the First Jewish-Roman War in AD 70. The book was written about 75, originally in Josephus's "paternal tongue", probably Aramaic, though this version has not survived. It was later translated into Greek, probably under the supervision of Josephus himself.<br/><br/>\n\nThe sources of knowledge that we have of this war are Josephus's account and from the Talmud (gittin 57b) and in midrash Eichah. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/the-wars-of-the-jews-by-josephus/ |
p the wars jews or history destruction jerusalem usually appears modern english translations jewish war original title phlauiou iôsêpou historia ioudaïkou polemou pros rhômaious bibliona book written 1st century jewish historian josephus br br description jewish history capture jerusalem seleucid ruler antiochus iv epiphanes 164 bc fall destruction jerusalem first jewish roman war ad 70 book written 75 originally josephus s paternal tongue probably aramaic though version survived later translated greek probably supervision josephus himself br br sources knowledge war josephus s account talmud gittin 57b midrash eichah summary wikipedia p |
| 2396 |
2373 |
2716 |
Blonde Lady, being a record of the duel of wits between Arsène Lupin and the English detective |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>In "The Blonde Lady, being a record of the duel of wits between Arsène Lupin and the English detective" - original title "Arsène Lupin contre Herlock Sholmes" - the gentleman-burglar once more meets his enemy, the English detective Herlock Sholmes. If in the last story of "Arsène Lupin, gentleman-burglar" Sherlock Holmes arrives too late (the name was at a later date changed to Herlock Sholmes in reply to complaints and threats by Conan Doyle regarding copyrights), in the two stories that compose "The Blonde Lady" these two great intellects are bound in opposite directions. Where one chooses to abide to the law, the other uses his power and wits to crime - and who is going to win?</p> <p>These two stories appeared in chapters and as separate pieces in the magazine <em>Je Sais Tout</em>, during the years of 1906 and 1907, and were published together as a book first in 1908, being the second of the books where Arsène Lupin, the kind-hearted and humorous thief, is the main character. </p><p>(Summary by Leni) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-blonde-lady-by-maurice-leblanc-0904/ |
p in the blonde lady record duel wits arsène lupin english detective original title arsène lupin contre herlock sholmes gentleman burglar meets enemy english detective herlock sholmes last story arsène lupin gentleman burglar sherlock holmes arrives late the name later date changed herlock sholmes reply complaints threats conan doyle regarding copyrights two stories compose the blonde lady two great intellects bound opposite directions one chooses abide law uses power wits crime going win p p these two stories appeared chapters separate pieces magazine em je sais tout em years 1906 1907 published together book first 1908 second books arsène lupin kind hearted humorous thief main character p p summary leni p |
| 2397 |
2374 |
2718 |
Brazilian Tales |
Various |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>"Brazilian Tales" is a collection of six short stories selected by Isaac Goldberg as best representative of the Brazilian Literature of his period - the end of the 19th century. His comprehensive preface aims at familiarizing the reader with a literature that was - and still is - virtually unknown outside the boundaries of its own land, and the pieces chosen by Goldberg to be translated belong to writers that reached popularity and appreciation while still alive. This "pioneer volume", as the translator himself puts it, still keeps its charm and interest as a way of offering to the English speaking public some "sample cases" of Brazilian Literature. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/brazilian-tales-by-various/ |
p brazilian tales collection six short stories selected isaac goldberg best representative brazilian literature period end 19th century comprehensive preface aims familiarizing reader literature still virtually unknown outside boundaries land pieces chosen goldberg translated belong writers reached popularity appreciation still alive pioneer volume translator puts it still keeps charm interest way offering english speaking public sample cases brazilian literature summary leni p |
| 2398 |
2375 |
2719 |
Christian Non-Resistance, In All Its Important Bearings |
Adin Ballou |
Christianity - Other |
In this short book, Ballou defends the notion that non-resistance (today we call it non-violence) is the superior Christian method, and the one practiced by Jesus himself. (Summary by lukeprog)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/christian-non-resistance-by-adin-ballou/ |
short book ballou defends notion non resistance today call non violence superior christian method one practiced jesus himself summary lukeprog p |
| 2399 |
2376 |
2720 |
Reineke Fuchs |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Epics |
<p>Reineke Fuchs ist ein Epos in zwölf Gesängen. Goethe gab dem Werk stark spöttische, mitunter boshafte Züge; sein Epos kann durchaus auch als Kritik des höfischen Lebens gelesen werden, das er gut kannte. (aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/reineke-fuchs-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p reineke fuchs ist ein epos zwölf gesängen goethe gab dem werk stark spöttische mitunter boshafte züge sein epos kann durchaus auch als kritik des höfischen lebens gelesen werden das er gut kannte aus wikipedia p |
| 2400 |
2377 |
2721 |
History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 1 |
Henry Charles Lea |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
<br />The first volume of Lea’s monumental work on the Inquisition of Spain, covering its origin and establishment and its relations with the state. Also included are appendices listing Tribunals, Inquisitors-General, and Spanish coinage. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-inquisition-of-spain-by-henry-charles-lea/ |
br the first volume lea s monumental work inquisition spain covering origin establishment relations state also included appendices listing tribunals inquisitors general spanish coinage summary ruth golding br br |
| 2401 |
2379 |
2723 |
Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc, Volumes 1 & 2 |
Mark Twain |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>Mark Twain's work on Joan of Arc is titled in full "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc, by the Sieur Louis de Conte." De Conte is identified as Joan's page and secretary. For those who've always wanted to "get behind" the Joan of Arc story and to better understand just what happened, Twain's narrative makes the story personal and very accessible.<br /><br />The work is fictionally presented as a translation from the manuscript by Jean Francois Alden, or, in the words of the published book, "Freely Translated out of the Ancient French into Modern English from the Original Unpublished Manuscript in the National Archives of France."<br /><br/>It was originally published as a serialization in Harper's Magazine beginning in 1895 and later published in book form in 1896. However the Harper's editors decided to cut 12 chapters that describe much of Joan's Great Trial, saying the chapters were not suitable for serialization since, "They will not bear mutilation or interruption, but must be read as a whole, as one reads a drama." This recording contains the complete text!<br /><br />De Conte is a fictionalized version of Joan of Arc's page Louis de Contes, and provides narrative unity to the story. He is presented as an individual who was with Joan during the three major phases of her life - as a youth in Domremy, as the commander of Charles' army on military campaign, and as a defendant at the trial in Rouen. The book is presented as a translation by Alden of de Conte's memoirs, written in his later years for the benefit of his descendants.<br /><br />Twain based his descriptions of Joan of Arc on his daughter, Susy Clemens, as he remembered her at the age of seventeen.<br /><br />Twain said, "I like Joan of Arc best of all my books; and it is the best; I know it perfectly well. And besides, it furnished me seven times the pleasure afforded me by any of the others; twelve years of preparation, and two years of writing. The others needed no preparation and got none." (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/personal-recollections-of-joan-of-arc-by-mark-twain/ |
p mark twain s work joan arc titled full personal recollections joan arc sieur louis de conte de conte identified joan s page secretary who ve always wanted get behind joan arc story better understand happened twain s narrative makes story personal accessible br br the work fictionally presented translation manuscript jean francois alden or words published book freely translated ancient french modern english original unpublished manuscript national archives france br br it originally published serialization harper s magazine beginning 1895 later published book form 1896 however harper s editors decided cut 12 chapters describe much joan s great trial saying chapters suitable serialization since they bear mutilation interruption must read whole one reads drama recording contains complete text br br de conte fictionalized version joan arc s page louis de contes provides narrative unity story presented individual joan three major phases life youth domremy commander charles army military campaign defendant trial rouen book presented translation alden de conte s memoirs written later years benefit descendants br br twain based descriptions joan arc daughter susy clemens remembered age seventeen br br twain said i like joan arc best books best know perfectly well besides furnished seven times pleasure afforded others twelve years preparation two years writing others needed preparation got none summary wikipedia john greenman p |
| 2402 |
2380 |
2724 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 12 |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Voici le douzième et dernier livre des fables de Jean de La Fontaine. Il est, avec le livre huitième, le plus volumineux, comptant 27 fables . Contrairement à ses premiers livres dont les textes sont courts et vifs, ceux de ce dernier livre sont longs et parfois lourds. On sent que le fabuliste désire passer plusieurs messages aux lecteurs, au premier chef, à l'élite sociale et politique de son milieu. Les animaux continuent de tenir la vedette de ces vers où s'épanouissent les travers des hommes. <br/><em>(de Jean Lambert)</em> |
French |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-jean-la-fontaine-livre-12-jl/ |
voici le douzième et dernier livre des fables de jean de la fontaine il est avec le livre huitième le plus volumineux comptant 27 fables contrairement à ses premiers livres dont les textes sont courts et vifs ceux de ce dernier livre sont longs et parfois lourds sent que le fabuliste désire passer plusieurs messages aux lecteurs au premier chef à l élite sociale et politique de son milieu les animaux continuent de tenir la vedette de ces vers où s épanouissent les travers des hommes br em de jean lambert em |
| 2403 |
2381 |
2725 |
Multilingual Short Story Collection 001 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />In LibriVox's first Multilingual Short Story Collection, LibriVox members read 15 short works of fiction in languages other than English. This collection includes contributions in Cantonese, Chinese, Danish, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-story-collection-001/ |
br in librivox s first multilingual short story collection librivox members read 15 short works fiction languages english collection includes contributions cantonese chinese danish french german portuguese spanish br br |
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2382 |
2726 |
Жития Святых, т. 04 - декемврий (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 04 - December) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам: якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвещают, тыяжде и от Индиан зрятся, ни сокрываются от скифов, землю озаряют, и морю светят, и плавающих корабли управляют: ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради, обаче светлей доброте их чудимся. Сице и светлость святых, аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех, но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны: чудимся тех житию, и удивляемся славе, еюже Бог угодившыя Ему прославляет. </p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him. </p> <p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-dekemvrii-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвещают тыяжде и от индиан зрятся ни сокрываются от скифов землю озаряют и морю светят и плавающих корабли управляют ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради обаче светлей доброте их чудимся сице и светлость святых аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны чудимся тех житию и удивляемся славе еюже бог угодившыя ему прославляет p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
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2383 |
2727 |
Anabasis |
Xenophon |
War & Military, Memoirs, Antiquity |
<p>Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C. "Anabasis" is a Greek word which means "journey from the coast to the center of a country." This is Xenophon's account of his march to Persia with a troop of Greek mercenaries to aid Cyrus, who enlisted Greek help to try and take the throne from his brother Artaxerxes, and the ensuing return of the Greeks, in which Xenophon played a leading role. This occurred between 401 B.C. and March 399 B.C.</p>\n\nH. G. Dakyns lived from (1838 - 1911). (Summary from Gutenberg version of text.)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/xenophons-anabasis/ |
p xenophon athenian born 431 b c pupil socrates marched spartans exiled athens sparta gave land property scillus lived many years move more settle corinth died 354 b c anabasis greek word means journey coast center country xenophon s account march persia troop greek mercenaries aid cyrus enlisted greek help try take throne brother artaxerxes ensuing return greeks xenophon played leading role occurred 401 b c march 399 b c p h g dakyns lived 1838 1911 summary gutenberg version text p |
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2384 |
2728 |
Misérables - tome 2 |
Victor Hugo |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>C'est un roman historique, social et philosophique dans lequel on retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de Victor Hugo concernant la nature humaine. L'auteur lui-même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862, à son éditeur Lacroix : « Ma conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets, sinon le principal, de mon œuvre ». </p><p>Le tome II de l'œuvre qui en compte cinq est consacré à Cosette. </p><p>(Source : Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-tome-2-by-victor-hugo-1008/ |
p c est un roman historique social et philosophique dans lequel retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de victor hugo concernant la nature humaine l auteur lui même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862 à son éditeur lacroix conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets sinon le principal de mon œuvre p p le tome ii de l œuvre qui en compte cinq est consacré à cosette p p source wikipedia p |
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2385 |
2729 |
Short Poetry Collection 074 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems for the month of December 2008.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-074/ |
collection poems month december 2008 p |
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2386 |
2730 |
Virginian |
Owen Wister |
Westerns |
<p>Ostensibly a love story, the novel really revolves around a highly mythologized version of the Johnson County War in 1890's Wyoming ... The novel takes the side of the large ranchers, and depicts the lynchings as frontier justice, meted out by the protagonist, who is a member of a natural aristocracy among men. \n(from Wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-virginian-by-owen-wister/ |
p ostensibly love story novel really revolves around highly mythologized version johnson county war 1890 s wyoming novel takes side large ranchers depicts lynchings frontier justice meted protagonist member natural aristocracy among men from wikipedia p |
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2387 |
2731 |
Ramayan, Book 1 |
Valmiki |
Poetry, Other religions |
The Ramayan(a) is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayana-book-1-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan a ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king summary wikipedia p |
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2388 |
2732 |
Devotions upon Emergent Occasions |
John Donne |
Essays, Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<p>Devotions upon Emergent Occasions is a 1624 prose work by the English writer John Donne. It is a series of reflections that were written as Donne recovered from a serious illness, believed to be either typhus or relapsing fever. (Donne does not clearly identify the disease in his text.) The work consists of twenty-three parts describing each stage of the sickness. Each part is further divided into a Meditation, an Expostulation, and a Prayer.<br /><br />The seventeenth meditation is perhaps the best-known part of the work. It contains the following passage:<br />"No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of thy friend's or of thine own were: any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1624 |
https://librivox.org/devotions-upon-emergent-occasions-by-john-donne/ |
p devotions upon emergent occasions 1624 prose work english writer john donne series reflections written donne recovered serious illness believed either typhus relapsing fever donne clearly identify disease text work consists twenty three parts describing stage sickness part divided meditation expostulation prayer br br the seventeenth meditation perhaps best known part work contains following passage br no man island entire itself every man piece continent part main clod washed away sea europe less well promontory were well manor thy friend s thine were man s death diminishes me involved mankind therefore never send know bell tolls tolls thee summary wikipedia p |
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2389 |
2733 |
Memoirs of Jacques Casanova Vol. 2 |
Giacomo Casanova |
Erotica, Biography & Autobiography |
Giacomo Casanova (April 2, 1725 in Venice – June 4, 1798, in Dux, Bohemia, now Duchcov, Czech Republic) was a famous Venetian adventurer, writer, and womanizer. He used charm, guile, threats, intimidation, and aggression, when necessary, to conquer women, sometimes leaving behind children or debt. In his autobiography Histoire de ma vie (Story of My Life), regarded as one of the most authentic sources of the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century, he mentions 122 women with whom he had sex.\n\nAlthough he is often associated with Don Juan because both seduced many women, Casanova is in fact very different from his fictitious counterpart. While Don Juan is a legend, Casanova is a historical character. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-jacques-casanova-vol-2-by-giacomo-casanova/ |
giacomo casanova april 2 1725 venice june 4 1798 dux bohemia duchcov czech republic famous venetian adventurer writer womanizer used charm guile threats intimidation aggression necessary conquer women sometimes leaving behind children debt autobiography histoire de vie story life regarded one authentic sources customs norms european social life 18th century mentions 122 women sex although often associated juan seduced many women casanova fact different fictitious counterpart juan legend casanova historical character summary wikipedia p |
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2390 |
2734 |
Essay on the Creative Imagination |
Théodule-Armand Ribot |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
"It is quite generally recognized that psychology has remained in the semi-mythological, semi-scholastic period longer than most attempts at scientific formulization. For a long time it has been the "spook science" per se, and the imagination, now analyzed by M. Ribot in such a masterly manner, has been one of the most persistent, apparently real, though very indefinite, of psychological spooks. Whereas people have been accustomed to speak of the imagination as an entity <i>sui generis</i>, as a lofty something found only in long-haired, wild-eyed "geniuses," constituting indeed the center of a cult, our author, Prometheus-like, has brought it down from the heavens, and has clearly shown that imagination is a function of mind common to all men in some degree, and that it is shown in as highly developed form in commercial leaders and practical inventors as in the most bizarre of romantic idealists. The only difference is that the manifestation is not the same." - Albert H. N. Baron, in translator's preface to <i>Essai sur l'imagination créatrice</i></p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/essay-on-the-creative-imagination-by-theodule-ribot/ |
it quite generally recognized psychology remained semi mythological semi scholastic period longer attempts scientific formulization long time spook science per se imagination analyzed m ribot masterly manner one persistent apparently real though indefinite psychological spooks whereas people accustomed speak imagination entity i sui generis i lofty something found long haired wild eyed geniuses constituting indeed center cult author prometheus like brought heavens clearly shown imagination function mind common men degree shown highly developed form commercial leaders practical inventors bizarre romantic idealists difference manifestation same albert h n baron translator s preface i essai sur l imagination créatrice i p |
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2454 |
2799 |
Robert Burns 250th Anniversary |
Various |
Poetry, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />Robert Burns, the national bard (poet) of Scotland was born on the 25th January, 1759. Scotland and all Burns fans the world over, including Librivox, were celebrating the 250th anniversary of Burns' birthday throughout 2009 and it seemed only proper to record a collection of his poems and songs. This collection also includes works from other poets and writers who have written about Burns. (Summary by Joseph Finkberg) <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/robert-burns-250th-anniversary-collection-by-various/ |
br robert burns national bard poet scotland born 25th january 1759 scotland burns fans world over including librivox celebrating 250th anniversary burns birthday throughout 2009 seemed proper record collection poems songs collection also includes works poets writers written burns summary joseph finkberg br br |
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2391 |
2735 |
Mr. Midshipman Easy |
Frederick Marryat |
Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
One of the first novel-length pieces of nautical fiction, MR. MIDSHIPMAN EASY (1836) is a funny and easygoing account of the adventures of Jack Easy, a son of privilege who joins the Royal Navy. The work begins as a satire on Jack’s attachment to “the rights of man” that may try the listener’s patience. But despair not, for the story soon settles down as the philosophical midshipman begins his many triumphs over bullies, foul weather, and various damned foreigners of murderous intent.<br><br>\n<i>Caveat audiens:</i> This novel employs racial/ethnic epithets and religious stereotypes, as well as taking a rather sunny view of supply-side economics. In short, there's something here to offend almost everyone.<br><br>\nFrederick Marryat (1792-1848) entered the Royal Navy as a 14-year-old midshipman. He resigned his commission at the rank of captain after 24 years of service to devote his time to writing. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/mr-midshipman-easy-by-frederick-marryat/ |
one first novel length pieces nautical fiction mr midshipman easy 1836 funny easygoing account adventures jack easy son privilege joins royal navy work begins satire jack s attachment the rights man may try listener s patience despair not story soon settles philosophical midshipman begins many triumphs bullies foul weather various damned foreigners murderous intent br br i caveat audiens i novel employs racial ethnic epithets religious stereotypes well taking rather sunny view supply side economics short there s something offend almost everyone br br frederick marryat 1792 1848 entered royal navy 14 year old midshipman resigned commission rank captain 24 years service devote time writing summary adrian praetzellis p |
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2392 |
2736 |
Superstition of Divorce |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Family & Relationships |
<p>This short book was written in 1920, and in it Chesterton, with his usual wit and incisive logic, presents a series of articles defending marriage and indicating the weaknesses in divorce. He did this 16 years before the first Christian denomination in the world allowed its members to divorce. Till then Christendom was unanimous in standing against it. Chesterton saw clearly the trends of this time, and delivered this defense. (Summary by Ray Clare)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-superstition-of-divorce-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p this short book written 1920 chesterton usual wit incisive logic presents series articles defending marriage indicating weaknesses divorce 16 years first christian denomination world allowed members divorce till christendom unanimous standing it chesterton saw clearly trends time delivered defense summary ray clare p |
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2393 |
2737 |
Seagull |
Anton Chekhov |
Plays |
<br />The Seagull (Russian: Чайка, Chayka) is the first of what are generally considered to be the four major plays by the Russian dramatist Anton Chekhov. The play was written in 1895 and first produced in 1896. It dramatises the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters: the ingenue Nina, the fading leading lady Irina Arkadina, her son the experimental playwright Konstantin Treplyov, and the famous middlebrow story writer Trigorin. (Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nIrina Arkadina, an actress: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nConstantine Treplieff, her son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nPeter Sorin, her brother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3370">Glenn Simonsen</a><br />\nNina Zarietchnaya, a young girl, the daughter of a rich landowner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br />\nIlia Shamraeff, the manager of Sorin's estate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3387">John Eddings</a><br />\nPaulina, his wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nMasha, their daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />\nBoris Trigorin, an author: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3580">Derrick George</a><br />\nEugene Dorn, a doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3040">Robert Steiner</a><br />\nSimon Medviedenko, a schoolmaster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nJacob, a workman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1823">David Muncaster</a><br />\nA cook: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nStage Directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3346">Hannah Dowell</a><br /><br />\nAudio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br /><br />\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-seagull-by-anton-chekhov-trans-fell/ |
br the seagull russian чайка chayka first generally considered four major plays russian dramatist anton chekhov play written 1895 first produced 1896 dramatises romantic artistic conflicts four characters ingenue nina fading leading lady irina arkadina son experimental playwright konstantin treplyov famous middlebrow story writer trigorin wikipedia br br strong cast strong br irina arkadina actress a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br constantine treplieff son a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br peter sorin brother a href http librivox org reader 3370 glenn simonsen a br nina zarietchnaya young girl daughter rich landowner a href http librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br ilia shamraeff manager sorin s estate a href http librivox org reader 3387 john eddings a br paulina wife a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br masha daughter a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br boris trigorin author a href http librivox org reader 3580 derrick george a br eugene dorn doctor a href http librivox org reader 3040 robert steiner a br simon medviedenko schoolmaster a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br jacob workman a href http librivox org reader 1823 david muncaster a br cook a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br stage directions a href http librivox org reader 3346 hannah dowell a br br audio edited a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br br |
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2394 |
2738 |
Over the Top |
Arthur Guy Empey |
War & Military |
<p>Arthur Guy Empey was an American who responded to the sinking of the Lusitania by enlisting with the British Army to fight in France. His experiences in the trenches, including his ultimate wounding and convalescence, became this book. When published in 1917, it was a major hit and helped the recruiting effort when America entered the Great War.<br /><br />If you've heard of the horror of trench warfare in WWI and want to see it from below dirt level, Empey offers it all here.<br /><br />Also included is Empey's popular "Tommy's Dictionary of the Trenches" which humorously demistifies the slang used by the British soldier. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/over-the-top-by-arthur-empey/ |
p arthur guy empey american responded sinking lusitania enlisting british army fight france experiences trenches including ultimate wounding convalescence became book published 1917 major hit helped recruiting effort america entered great war br br if heard horror trench warfare wwi want see dirt level empey offers here br br also included empey s popular tommy s dictionary trenches humorously demistifies slang used british soldier summary mark f smith p |
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2395 |
2739 |
In the Desert |
Stephen Crane |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>In the Desert</em> by Stephen Crane. This was the weekly poetry project for December 7th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-desert-by-stephen-crane/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em in desert em stephen crane weekly poetry project december 7th 2008 p |
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2396 |
2740 |
United Kingdom House of Commons Speeches Collection, volume 2 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This is the second LibriVox collection of speeches given in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom. The collection comprises recordings of 14 historic speeches given to the UK House of Commons between 1766 and 1956. Readings are of speeches origninally given by parliamentarians including William Pitt the Elder, John Stuart Mill, Dadabhai Naoroji, Lady Astor, Stanley Baldwin, Clement Attlee, Aneurin Bevan and Tony Benn. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/united-kingdom-house-of-commons-speeches-collection-volume-2/ |
second librivox collection speeches given house commons united kingdom collection comprises recordings 14 historic speeches given uk house commons 1766 1956 readings speeches origninally given parliamentarians including william pitt elder john stuart mill dadabhai naoroji lady astor stanley baldwin clement attlee aneurin bevan tony benn summary carl manchester p |
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2423 |
2768 |
When Knights Were Bold |
Eva March Tappan |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>This book is in no degree an attempt to relate the involved and intricate history of the Middle Ages. Its plan is, rather, to present pictures of the manner of life and habits of thought of the people who lived between the eighth and fifteenth centuries. Our writings and our everyday conversation are full of their phrases and of allusions to their ideas. Many of our thoughts and feelings and instincts, of our very follies and superstitions, have descended to us from them. To become better acquainted with them is to explain ourselves. (Summary from the Preface of <i>When Knights Were Bold.</i>)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/when-knights-were-bold-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
p this book degree attempt relate involved intricate history middle ages plan is rather present pictures manner life habits thought people lived eighth fifteenth centuries writings everyday conversation full phrases allusions ideas many thoughts feelings instincts follies superstitions descended us them become better acquainted explain ourselves summary preface i when knights bold i p |
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2397 |
2741 |
Red Badge of Courage; An Episode of the American Civil War |
Stephen Crane |
War & Military Fiction |
There comes a time in the course of battle when a participant casts his fate to the gods of war, and carries on without question, the task at hand. Living, dying, right or wrong, can be contemplated later. The spirit of the bayonet takes over and carries the youth through the crucible of battle to emerge a short time later several ages older.\n<BR><BR>Stephen Cranes classic novel gives us a glimpse into the mind of a young soldier as he passes through the experience he will never be able to forget, and possibly awaken him from his slumber in a sweat and panic for years to come.\n<BR><BR>Narrated by Mike Vendetti, Purple Heart, November 1965 (Summary by Mike Vendetti).</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-badge-of-courage-an-episode-of-the-american-civil-war/ |
comes time course battle participant casts fate gods war carries without question task hand living dying right wrong contemplated later spirit bayonet takes carries youth crucible battle emerge short time later several ages older br br stephen cranes classic novel gives us glimpse mind young soldier passes experience never able forget possibly awaken slumber sweat panic years come br br narrated mike vendetti purple heart november 1965 summary mike vendetti p |
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2398 |
2742 |
Two Years Before the Mast |
Richard Henry Dana, Jr. |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
While there are many books upon the subject of sea life, there are few that can compare with <i>Two Years Before the Mast</i>. It is the story of a sailor's life from the forecastle, not a captain, nor a passenger, but a regular hand. The book was a great favorite with the jack tar of Dana's day, and two thousand copies are said to have been sold to Liverpool sailors in a single day. Even those who haven't the faintest idea what reefing topsail is, or which is starboard and which larboard, will find it an engaging story of an era long past told in simple narrative style. (Summary by BethAnne)\n<br/><br/>Dedicated Proof-Listener: Gesine & Rapunzelina<br/>\nMeta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Jc Guan & TriciaG </p>\n |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/two-years-before-the-mast-by-richard-henry-dana-jr/ |
many books upon subject sea life compare i two years mast i story sailor s life forecastle captain passenger regular hand book great favorite jack tar dana s day two thousand copies said sold liverpool sailors single day even faintest idea reefing topsail is starboard larboard find engaging story era long past told simple narrative style summary bethanne br br dedicated proof listener gesine rapunzelina br meta coordinator cataloging jc guan triciag p |
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2399 |
2743 |
Om de schatten van Il Tigretto |
Johan Been |
Action & Adventure |
Avonturenverhaal, vervolg op "Paddeltje, de scheepsjongen van Michiel de Ruyter". Verschillende mensen azen op de beruchte schatten van de gevreesde roverhoofdman Il Tigretto. Zowel Paddeltje als Veritas raken tegen wil en dank betrokken bij de zoektocht.<BR><BR>Geen online tekst beschikbaar (laatst gecheckt Juli 2013).</p> |
Dutch |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/om-de-schatten-van-il-tigretto-van-johan-been/ |
avonturenverhaal vervolg op paddeltje de scheepsjongen van michiel de ruyter verschillende mensen azen op de beruchte schatten van de gevreesde roverhoofdman il tigretto zowel paddeltje als veritas raken tegen wil en dank betrokken bij de zoektocht br br geen online tekst beschikbaar laatst gecheckt juli 2013 p |
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2400 |
2744 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 16 - The War Chief of the Six Nations: A Chronicle of Joseph Brant |
Louis Aubrey Wood |
Early Modern |
'Thayendanegea!' <BR><BR>The name was taken from the great book of nature. It was a birth-name of the Mohawks meaning two sticks of wood bound together, a sign of strength; and the woman hoped that her tiny child might one day be a man of valour among the Mohawks. Could she have but known it, her desire was to be more than realized, for in vigour of mind and body he was destined to surpass all the offspring of his race.<BR><BR>Joseph Brant was his English name and this is his story.<BR><BR>Summary from chapter one.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-chief-of-the-six-nations-a-chronicle-of-joseph-brant |
thayendanegea br br the name taken great book nature birth name mohawks meaning two sticks wood bound together sign strength woman hoped tiny child might one day man valour among mohawks could known it desire realized vigour mind body destined surpass offspring race br br joseph brant english name story br br summary chapter one p |
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2401 |
2745 |
Richard I |
Jacob Abbott |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to Richard I. (Summary from the preface of the book) </p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/richard-i-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated richard i summary preface book p |
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2402 |
2746 |
Pique-Dame |
Alexander Pushkin |
General Fiction |
<p>Die Geschichte eines jungen Mannes, der das Herz einer armen Pflegetochter bricht, um an das Geheimnis einer alten Dame zu gelangen. (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser)</p> |
German |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/die-pique-dame-by-alexander-puschkin/ |
p die geschichte eines jungen mannes der das herz einer armen pflegetochter bricht um das geheimnis einer alten dame zu gelangen summary herr klugbeisser p |
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2403 |
2747 |
Ontario Readers: Third Book |
Various |
Short works |
The Ontario Readers is a school book first published in 1919, by the Ontario Ministry of Education, containing short excerpts of literary works, both stories and poems, geared to grade-school age children. (Summary by aradlaw)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-ontario-readers-third-book-by-the-ontario-ministry-of-education/ |
ontario readers school book first published 1919 ontario ministry education containing short excerpts literary works stories poems geared grade school age children summary aradlaw p |
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2455 |
2801 |
Vegetarianism and Occultism |
C. W. Leadbeater |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<br />How does occultism regard vegetarianism? It regards it very favorably, and that for many reasons. These reasons may be divided into two classes: those which are ordinary and physical, and those which are occult or hidden. Let us see in detail why a vegetarian diet is emphatically the purest and the best. (Summary from <em>Vegetarianism and Occultism</em>)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/vegetarianism-and-occultism-by-c-w-leadbeater/ |
br how occultism regard vegetarianism regards favorably many reasons reasons may divided two classes ordinary physical occult hidden let us see detail vegetarian diet emphatically purest best summary em vegetarianism occultism em br br |
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2404 |
2748 |
Mysterium |
August Strindberg |
Drama |
Nach der Ehe mit Frida Uhl durchlebte Strindberg eine ausgesprochen düstere Phase seines Lebens, in der er unter Wahnvorstellungen, Realitätsverlust und Depressionen litt. Sie wird „Inferno-Krise“ genannt, da Strindberg die Erfahrungen dieser Zeit vor allem in dem Roman Inferno, Legender (1897, Inferno. Legenden.) in Form von autobiografischen, teilweise verklärten Aufzeichnungen verarbeitete. Es ist auch die Zeit, in der Strindberg begann, wissenschaftliche und alchemistische Versuche zu machen. <br/>\nDas Drama Mysterium ist in gewisser Weise der Prolog zum Roman Inferno. (Summary by Wikipedia & Wassermann)<br/><br/>Rollen: <br>\nSprecher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2602">Dirk Weber (Wassermann)</a> <br>\nGott: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2946">Marcus Wachenheim (wam)</a> <br>\nLuzifer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3040">Robert Steiner (FastFinGer)</a> <br>\nAdam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2946">Marcus Wachenheim (wam)</a> <br>\nEva: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding (RuthieG)</a> <br>\nUriel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2497">Herr_Klugbeisser</a> <br>\nEgyn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2506">Julie VW (Julila)</a> <br>\nAmaimon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon (lezer)</a> <br>\nDie Engel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2991">Claudia Weber (Wasserfrau)</a> </p> |
German |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/mysterium-by-august-strindberg/ |
nach der ehe mit frida uhl durchlebte strindberg eine ausgesprochen düstere phase seines lebens der er unter wahnvorstellungen realitätsverlust und depressionen litt sie wird inferno krise genannt da strindberg die erfahrungen dieser zeit vor allem dem roman inferno legender 1897 inferno legenden form von autobiografischen teilweise verklärten aufzeichnungen verarbeitete es ist auch die zeit der strindberg begann wissenschaftliche und alchemistische versuche zu machen br das drama mysterium ist gewisser weise der prolog zum roman inferno summary wikipedia wassermann br br rollen br sprecher a href http librivox org reader 2602 dirk weber wassermann a br gott a href http librivox org reader 2946 marcus wachenheim wam a br luzifer a href http librivox org reader 3040 robert steiner fastfinger a br adam a href http librivox org reader 2946 marcus wachenheim wam a br eva a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding ruthieg a br uriel a href http librivox org reader 2497 herr_klugbeisser a br egyn a href http librivox org reader 2506 julie vw julila a br amaimon a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon lezer a br die engel a href http librivox org reader 2991 claudia weber wasserfrau a p |
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2405 |
2749 |
Ester Ried Yet Speaking |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name "Pansy." Fourth in the Chautauqua Girls series. Alfred Ried (brother of Ester Ried from that series) wants to help the hundreds of poor street boys in his city to come to faith and improve their conditions, but is discouraged and overwhelmed with the task. Enter Flossy (Shipley) Roberts, a willing worker who focuses on 7 such boys and especially on one. (Note: While the title suggests this to be in the Ester Ried series and does intersect it, it actually fits better into the Chautauqua Girls series.) (Summary by TriciaG)<br><br>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ruth-erskines-crosses-by-pansy/">Ruth Erskine's Crosses</a><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/judge-burnhams-daughters-by-pansy/">Judge Burnham's Daughters</a><br><br> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/ester-ried-yet-speaking-by-pansy/ |
authored isabella m alden pen name pansy fourth chautauqua girls series alfred ried brother ester ried series wants help hundreds poor street boys city come faith improve conditions discouraged overwhelmed task enter flossy shipley roberts willing worker focuses 7 boys especially one note title suggests ester ried series intersect it actually fits better chautauqua girls series summary triciag br br previous book series a href http librivox org ruth erskines crosses by pansy ruth erskine s crosses a br next book series a href http librivox org judge burnhams daughters by pansy judge burnham s daughters a br br |
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2406 |
2750 |
Barbara in Brittany |
E. A. Gillie |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Barbara, an English girl and the eldest of her family, spends most days helping her widowed mother care for her younger siblings. Then disaster strikes - or so the children believe! Barbara is taken to France to see Paris by her father's formidable sister, Aunt Anne. She stays on in Brittany to perfect her French. In this series of funny stories about her adventures in France, we meet a cast of recurring characters - and both Barbara and Aunt Anne find love! (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/barbara-in-brittany-by-e-a-gillie/ |
p barbara english girl eldest family spends days helping widowed mother care younger siblings disaster strikes children believe barbara taken france see paris father s formidable sister aunt anne stays brittany perfect french series funny stories adventures france meet cast recurring characters barbara aunt anne find love summary sibella denton p |
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2407 |
2751 |
King's Daughter |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Dell Bronson has been reared in Boston by her refined uncle and aunt until, at age 18, she is called home by her father, a coarse tavern owner in Lewiston. As a daughter of the heavenly King, she strives to honor her heavenly Father by wooing her earthly father to Christ and away from rum. Set in the era of the temperance movement of the 1800's. Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name "Pansy." Third in the Ester Ried series. (Summary by TriciaG)<br><br>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/julia-ried-by-isabella-alden/">Julia Ried</a><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/wise-and-otherwise-by-isabella-alden/">Wise and Otherwise</a><br><br> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-kings-daughter-by-isabella-alden/ |
dell bronson reared boston refined uncle aunt until age 18 called home father coarse tavern owner lewiston daughter heavenly king strives honor heavenly father wooing earthly father christ away rum set era temperance movement 1800 s authored isabella m alden pen name pansy third ester ried series summary triciag br br previous book series a href http librivox org julia ried by isabella alden julia ried a br next book series a href http librivox org wise and otherwise by isabella alden wise otherwise a br br |
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2408 |
2752 |
Age of Chivalry |
Thomas Bulfinch |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Thomas Bulfinch explains the his work is "an attempt to tell the stories of mythology in such a manner as to make them a source of amusement. We have endeavored to tell them correctly, according to the ancient authorities, so that when the reader finds them referred to he may not be at a loss to recognize the reference. Thus we hope to teach mythology not as a study, but as a relaxation from study; to give our work the charm of a story-book, yet by means of it to impart a knowledge of an important branch of education."<br><br>\n\nThe Bulfinch version of myth, presents the myths in their literary versions, without unnecessary violence, sex, psychology or ethnographic information. The Bulfinch myths are an indispensable guide to the cultural values of the American 19th century. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/age-of-chivalry-by-bulfinch/ |
p thomas bulfinch explains work an attempt tell stories mythology manner make source amusement endeavored tell correctly according ancient authorities reader finds referred may loss recognize reference thus hope teach mythology study relaxation study give work charm story book yet means impart knowledge important branch education br br bulfinch version myth presents myths literary versions without unnecessary violence sex psychology ethnographic information bulfinch myths indispensable guide cultural values american 19th century summary wikipedia p |
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2409 |
2753 |
Fountain |
James Russell Lowell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of <em>The Fountain</em> by James Russell Lowell. This was the weekly poetry project for December 14th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-fountain-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings em the fountain em james russell lowell weekly poetry project december 14th 2008 p |
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2411 |
2755 |
Joyful Wisdom (or: The Gay Science) |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
"The Joyful Wisdom," written in 1882, just before "Zarathustra," is rightly judged to be one of Nietzsche's best books. Here the essentially grave and masculine face of the poet-philosopher is seen to light up and suddenly break into a delightful smile. The warmth and kindness that beam from his features will astonish those hasty psychologists who have never divined that behind the destroyer is the creator, and behind the blasphemer the lover of life. In the retrospective valuation of his work which appears in "Ecce Homo" the author himself observes with truth that the fourth book, "Sanctus Januarius," deserves especial attention: "The whole book is a gift from the Saint, and the introductory verses express my gratitude for the most wonderful month of January that I have ever spent." Book fifth "We Fearless Ones," the Appendix "Songs of Prince Free-as-a-Bird," and the Preface, were added to the second edition in 1887. (Summary by Dr Oscar Levy)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-joyful-wisdom-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
the joyful wisdom written 1882 zarathustra rightly judged one nietzsche s best books essentially grave masculine face poet philosopher seen light suddenly break delightful smile warmth kindness beam features astonish hasty psychologists never divined behind destroyer creator behind blasphemer lover life retrospective valuation work appears ecce homo author observes truth fourth book sanctus januarius deserves especial attention the whole book gift saint introductory verses express gratitude wonderful month january ever spent book fifth we fearless ones appendix songs prince free as a bird preface added second edition 1887 summary dr oscar levy p |
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2412 |
2756 |
Porcelain and Pink |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Comedy |
<p>"Porcelain and Pink" is a comic one-act play from the 1922 short story collection <i>Tales of the Jazz Age.</i> The plot involves a young woman in a bathtub and a case of mistaken identity. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p>\n<p>Characters:<br />Julie – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3315">Holly Bliss</a><br />Lois – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1474">Jc Guan</a><br />The Young Man – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Narration and audio editing – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a></p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/porcelain-and-pink-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
p porcelain pink comic one act play 1922 short story collection i tales jazz age i plot involves young woman bathtub case mistaken identity summary laurie anne walden p p characters br julie a href http librivox org reader 3315 holly bliss a br lois a href http librivox org reader 1474 jc guan a br the young man a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narration audio editing a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a p |
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2413 |
2757 |
Delftsche Wonderdokter |
A. L. G. Bosboom-Toussaint |
Historical Fiction |
De Delftsche Wonderdokter, geschreven in 1870, is een historische avonturenroman die zich afspeelt in 1595. Het verhaal ontrolt zich tegen de achtergrond van de Tachtigjarige Oorlog en de reformatie, met als hoofdrolspelers een mysterieuze vreemdeling, een Delftse dokter en diens nichtje.<BR><BR>Juliaan is een "kale jonker" - een jongeman van goede huize, die aan lager wal is geraakt. Mabelia Graswinckel is een Delfts meisje dat beloofd is als bruid aan haar neef Antony Hogenhoeck. Haar oom Dokter Graswinckel (oftewel de Delftse Wonderdokter, ook wel Jacob Janz Boot genoemd) is een arts, die leeft als een kluizenaar en bekend staat als een weldoener voor de armen.<BR>Juliaan, die met een berooid groepje huursoldaten door het land trekt op zoek naar werk, krijgt van een geheimzinnige weldoener het aanbod van een mooie beloning, als hij en zijn troep een opdracht uitvoeren. Dat is nog maar het begin van een avontuur vol verwikkelingen.</p> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/de-delftsche-wonderdokter-by-a-l-g-bosboom-toussaint/ |
de delftsche wonderdokter geschreven 1870 een historische avonturenroman die zich afspeelt 1595 het verhaal ontrolt zich tegen de achtergrond van de tachtigjarige oorlog en de reformatie met als hoofdrolspelers een mysterieuze vreemdeling een delftse dokter en diens nichtje br br juliaan een kale jonker een jongeman van goede huize die aan lager wal geraakt mabelia graswinckel een delfts meisje dat beloofd als bruid aan haar neef antony hogenhoeck haar oom dokter graswinckel oftewel de delftse wonderdokter ook wel jacob janz boot genoemd een arts die leeft als een kluizenaar en bekend staat als een weldoener voor de armen br juliaan die met een berooid groepje huursoldaten door het land trekt op zoek naar werk krijgt van een geheimzinnige weldoener het aanbod van een mooie beloning als hij en zijn troep een opdracht uitvoeren dat nog maar het begin van een avontuur vol verwikkelingen p |
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2414 |
2758 |
Cinderella |
George Calderon |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
<br>If you are expecting glass slippers and pumpkin coaches, look elsewhere... This is "a pantomime as Ibsen would have written it, if only it had occurred to him to write one." <br /><br />Set on a "bleak and cheerless heath overlooking the fjord" we meet Ibsenesque heroine Mrs. Inquest, her step-daughter Hilda, and her daughter Hedda, who is engaged to be married to the unfortunate Tesman. Thus begins Calderon's hilarious Ibsenesque version of Cinderella. <br><br>NOTE from the editor of the volume, published in 1922 after Calderon's death: This play is hardly more than a rough draft, written when the idea was fresh and put aside to be worked on when the right moment should come. Unhappily it never came; but even in its present form the play has seemed too characteristic of its author to be lost, and it is therefore printed as it stands.<br><br>\n\nDevotees of Ibsen will recognise many names and references, but may not appreciate Calderon's irreverent parody of the master's work. People who know but do not like Ibsen may well find it very funny. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br><br>\n<strong>Cast list</strong><br>\nMrs. Inquest: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Hedda, her daughter, a distinguished fashionable person: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Hilda, her stepdaughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9136">Helen Taylor</a><br>Madam Helseth, her servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2050">Xe Sands</a><br>Aunt Judy, her sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Mopsyman, Aunt Judy's dog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3412">Clara Snyder</a><br>Stockfish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Tesman, his son (Acts I and II): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a><br>Tesman (Act III): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7785">Ian King</a><br>A Demon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1938">icyjumbo</a><br>A Fairy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>A Hired Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>An Italian Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>A German Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3040">Robert Steiner</a><br>A Chamberlain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nStage directions and sound effects: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br>Audio edited by Ruth Golding<br><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/cinderella-by-george-calderon/ |
br if expecting glass slippers pumpkin coaches look elsewhere a pantomime ibsen would written it occurred write one br br set bleak cheerless heath overlooking fjord meet ibsenesque heroine mrs inquest step daughter hilda daughter hedda engaged married unfortunate tesman thus begins calderon s hilarious ibsenesque version cinderella br br note editor volume published 1922 calderon s death play hardly rough draft written idea fresh put aside worked right moment come unhappily never came even present form play seemed characteristic author lost therefore printed stands br br devotees ibsen recognise many names references may appreciate calderon s irreverent parody master s work people know like ibsen may well find funny summary ruth golding br br strong cast list strong br mrs inquest a href https librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br hedda daughter distinguished fashionable person a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br hilda stepdaughter a href https librivox org reader 9136 helen taylor a br madam helseth servant a href https librivox org reader 2050 xe sands a br aunt judy sister a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br mopsyman aunt judy s dog a href https librivox org reader 3412 clara snyder a br stockfish a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br tesman son acts ii a href https librivox org reader 94 david barnes a br tesman act iii a href https librivox org reader 7785 ian king a br a demon a href https librivox org reader 1938 icyjumbo a br a fairy a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br a hired waiter a href https librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br an italian waiter a href https librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br a german waiter a href https librivox org reader 3040 robert steiner a br a chamberlain a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br stage directions sound effects a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br audio edited ruth golding br br |
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2415 |
2759 |
Anne of Green Gables (version 5) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
Anne of Green Gables is about an orphan girl who is starving for a family to love her. Her big words and bright spirits take her through many toils, trials, and temptations. Her romantic schemes make it nearly to impossible for any day of her life to be ordinary. Anne Shirley who was once a poor orphan girl learns through the care of Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert, to live, love, and learn. (Summary by Robinsgirl)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-version-5-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
anne green gables orphan girl starving family love her big words bright spirits take many toils trials temptations romantic schemes make nearly impossible day life ordinary anne shirley poor orphan girl learns care marilla matthew cuthbert live love learn summary robinsgirl p |
| 2440 |
2424 |
2769 |
Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini Vol 1 |
Benvenuto Cellini |
Memoirs, Early Modern |
<p>Cellini's autobiographical memoirs, which he began writing in Florence in 1558, give a detailed account of his singular career, as well as his loves, hatreds, passions, and delights, written in an energetic, direct, and racy style. They show a great self-regard and self-assertion, sometimes running into extravagances which are impossible to credit. He even writes in a complacent way of how he contemplated his murders before carrying them out. He writes of his time in Paris:<br/><br/> \nParts of his tale recount some extraordinary events and phenomena; such as his stories of conjuring up a legion of devils in the Colosseum, after one of his not innumerous mistresses had been spirited away from him by her mother; of the marvelous halo of light which he found surrounding his head at dawn and twilight after his Roman imprisonment, and his supernatural visions and angelic protection during that adversity; and of his being poisoned on two separate occasions.<br/><br/>\nThe autobiography is a classic, and commonly regarded as one of the most colourful; it is certainly the most important autobiography from the Renaissance. <br/><br/>\nCellini's autobiography is one of the books Tom Sawyer mentions as inspiration while freeing Jim in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-benvenuto-cellini-vol-1/ |
p cellini s autobiographical memoirs began writing florence 1558 give detailed account singular career well loves hatreds passions delights written energetic direct racy style show great self regard self assertion sometimes running extravagances impossible credit even writes complacent way contemplated murders carrying out writes time paris br br parts tale recount extraordinary events phenomena stories conjuring legion devils colosseum one innumerous mistresses spirited away mother marvelous halo light found surrounding head dawn twilight roman imprisonment supernatural visions angelic protection adversity poisoned two separate occasions br br autobiography classic commonly regarded one colourful certainly important autobiography renaissance br br cellini s autobiography one books tom sawyer mentions inspiration freeing jim adventures huckleberry finn summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 2441 |
2639 |
3000 |
Potato's Dance |
Vachel Lindsay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of <em>The Potato's Dance</em> by Vachel Lindsay. This was the weekly poetry project for March 22nd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-potatos-dance-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings em the potato s dance em vachel lindsay weekly poetry project march 22nd 2009 p |
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2416 |
2760 |
Last of the Plainsmen |
Zane Grey |
Travel & Geography |
Travel along as Mike Vendetti aka miketheauctioneer narrates an outstanding true account of a trip made in 1909 by Zane Grey and a plainsman, Buffalo Jones, through the Grand Canyon to lasso a cougar. That’s right lasso. Throw a rope around. That’s equivalent to catching one by the tail.\n<BR><BR>\nAs I narrated this book, I found fact to be as exciting as fiction. This part of the west was relatively wild and untamed at this time. Wolves, wild horses, buffalo and other wildlife were quite prevalent, and the Indians were not that friendly.\n<BR><BR>\nThis adventure would never make it to “Animal Planet”, or as a National Geographic special, because there is quite a lot of what we would consider cruelty to animals, but this is a true story, and life as it was at the turn of the last century. Parts of this story will offend the sensibilities of some, but it is a glimpse into a world that no longer exists. I was definitely drawn into this story, as I hope the listener will be. (Summary by Mike Vendetti)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-of-the-plainsmen/ |
travel along mike vendetti aka miketheauctioneer narrates outstanding true account trip made 1909 zane grey plainsman buffalo jones grand canyon lasso cougar that s right lasso throw rope around that s equivalent catching one tail br br narrated book found fact exciting fiction part west relatively wild untamed time wolves wild horses buffalo wildlife quite prevalent indians friendly br br adventure would never make animal planet national geographic special quite lot would consider cruelty animals true story life turn last century parts story offend sensibilities some glimpse world longer exists definitely drawn story hope listener be summary mike vendetti p |
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2417 |
2761 |
Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town (version 2) |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town is a sequence of stories by Stephen Leacock, first published in 1912. It is generally considered to be one of the most enduring classics of Canadian humorous literature. The fictional setting for these stories is Mariposa, a small town on the shore of Lake Wissanotti. Although drawn from his experiences in Orillia, Ontario, Leacock writes in the introduction: "Mariposa is not a real town. On the contrary, it is about seventy or eighty of them. You may find them all the way from Lake Superior to the sea, with the same square streets and the same maple trees and the same churches and hotels."<br/><br/>\n\nThis work has remained popular for its universal appeal. Many of the characters, though modelled on townspeople of Orillia, are small town archetypes. Their shortcomings and weaknesses are presented in a humorous but affectionate way. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sunshine-sketches-of-a-little-town-by-stephen-leacock-2/ |
p sunshine sketches little town sequence stories stephen leacock first published 1912 generally considered one enduring classics canadian humorous literature fictional setting stories mariposa small town shore lake wissanotti although drawn experiences orillia ontario leacock writes introduction mariposa real town contrary seventy eighty them may find way lake superior sea square streets maple trees churches hotels br br work remained popular universal appeal many characters though modelled townspeople orillia small town archetypes shortcomings weaknesses presented humorous affectionate way summary wikipedia p |
| 2444 |
2418 |
2763 |
Song of the Lark |
Willa Sibert Cather |
General Fiction |
Set in the 1890s in Moonstone, a fictional place supposedly located in Colorado, The Song of the Lark is the self-portrait of an artist in the making. The story revolves around an ambitious young heroine, Thea Kronborg, who leaves her hometown to go to the big city to fulfill her dream of becoming a famous opera star.\n\nThe novel captures Thea's independent-mindedness, her strong work ethic, and her ascent to her highest achievement. At each step along the way, her realization of the mediocrity of her peers propels her to greater levels of accomplishment, but in the course of her ascent she must discard those relationships which no longer serve her. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-the-lark-by-willa-sibert-cather/ |
set 1890s moonstone fictional place supposedly located colorado song lark self portrait artist making story revolves around ambitious young heroine thea kronborg leaves hometown go big city fulfill dream becoming famous opera star novel captures thea s independent mindedness strong work ethic ascent highest achievement step along way realization mediocrity peers propels greater levels accomplishment course ascent must discard relationships longer serve her summary wikipedia p |
| 2445 |
2419 |
2764 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 004 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 004: a collection of ten short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-mystery-story-collection-004/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 004 collection ten short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2446 |
2420 |
2765 |
Way of Peace |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<p>The Way of Peace is your guide to the power of meditation; self and truth; the acquirement of spiritual power; the realization of selfless love; entering into the infinite; saints, sages, and saviors; the law of service; and the realization of perfect peace. (Summary by Andrea Fiore)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-peace-by-james-allen/ |
p the way peace guide power meditation self truth acquirement spiritual power realization selfless love entering infinite saints sages saviors law service realization perfect peace summary andrea fiore p |
| 2447 |
2421 |
2766 |
Convention |
Agnes Lee |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of <em>Convention</em> by Agnes Lee. This was the weekly poetry project for December 21st, 2008.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/convention-by-agnes-lee/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings em convention em agnes lee weekly poetry project december 21st 2008 p |
| 2448 |
2422 |
2767 |
American History Stories, Volume 2 |
Mara L. Pratt |
General |
History is brought to life in the second volume of American History Stories by Mara L. Pratt. It is a wonderful introduction for children to American history, this volume beginning with the causes of the American Revolution. Although each chapter is short, it is full of fascinating information, and so well-written that adults will enjoy it as much as children. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)<br /><br /><i>Reader's Note</i>: This edition contains patriotic songs of the time period. Where these songs have occurred, the lyrics have been read. The music for these songs may be found in the text.</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/american-history-stories-volume-2-by-mara-l-pratt/ |
history brought life second volume american history stories mara l pratt wonderful introduction children american history volume beginning causes american revolution although chapter short full fascinating information well written adults enjoy much children summary laura caldwell br br i reader s note i edition contains patriotic songs time period songs occurred lyrics read music songs may found text p |
| 2449 |
2425 |
2770 |
Man in the Iron Mask |
Alexandre Dumas |
Literary Fiction |
<p>In this, the last of the Three Musketeers novels, Dumas builds on the true story of a mysterious prisoner held incognito in the French penal system, forced to wear a mask when seen by any but his jailer or his valet. If you have skipped the novels between The Three Musketeers and this, a few notes will bring you into the story:<br></br>On one side – Aramis, now a bishop and secretly the Captain-General of the Jesuit Order, who believes he has found a path to a higher honor – the papacy. Monsieur Fouquet, the vastly rich minister of finance, Aramis’ ally. Philippe, the identical twin of King Louis XIV, who grew up in ignorance of his pedigree, and whose surrogate parents were murdered on the king’s order and himself sent into the notorious Paris prison, the Bastille, there held in solitary confinement.<br></br>On the other side – King Louis XIV, selected as the twin who would be king by his mother, and who intends that his brother will never challenge him. Monsieur Colbert, first minister, who is jealous of Fouquet and plots his downfall.<br></br>Unaligned and in danger of collateral damage – d’Artagnan, now captain of the King’s Musketeers and so the king’s chief defender, who suspects plots running beneath the surface and who is trying to unearth them. Athos, now the Comte (Count) de la Fer and one of the most respected noblemen of France. Raoul, Athos’ son and vicomte (viscount), desperately in love with Mademoiselle de la Valliere, who the king has taken as his mistress. Porthos, grown extremely stout and happy as the Baron du Vallon.<br></br>Aramis discovers the hidden Philippe and hatches a plot to substitute him for the sitting king, putting Louis in Philippe’s cell in the Bastille. This even succeeds… for a short while. But Aramis has not reckoned with a man whose loyalty to the throne exceeds his own welfare and who disastrously reverses the plot. Now it is time for the plotters to scurry to cover, there to figure some way to recover their lost ambitions. (Summary written by Mark Smith.)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-in-the-iron-mask-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p in this last three musketeers novels dumas builds true story mysterious prisoner held incognito french penal system forced wear mask seen jailer valet skipped novels three musketeers this notes bring story br br on one side aramis bishop secretly captain general jesuit order believes found path higher honor papacy monsieur fouquet vastly rich minister finance aramis ally philippe identical twin king louis xiv grew ignorance pedigree whose surrogate parents murdered king s order sent notorious paris prison bastille held solitary confinement br br on side king louis xiv selected twin would king mother intends brother never challenge him monsieur colbert first minister jealous fouquet plots downfall br br unaligned danger collateral damage d artagnan captain king s musketeers king s chief defender suspects plots running beneath surface trying unearth them athos comte count de la fer one respected noblemen france raoul athos son vicomte viscount desperately love mademoiselle de la valliere king taken mistress porthos grown extremely stout happy baron du vallon br br aramis discovers hidden philippe hatches plot substitute sitting king putting louis philippe s cell bastille even succeeds short while aramis reckoned man whose loyalty throne exceeds welfare disastrously reverses plot time plotters scurry cover figure way recover lost ambitions summary written mark smith p |
| 2450 |
2426 |
2771 |
Flaming Forest |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
A tale of mystery, romance, and honor, as David Carrigan must choose between his duty as an officer of the law and a girl who holds him captive; a girl who Carrigan thinks he may have fallen in love with no less! Who is this strange girl Jean-Marie, and why won't she give him his freedom? And who are the people that she surrounds herself with along the great Canadian rivers and wilderness barrens and forests of the northwest? (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-flaming-forest-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
tale mystery romance honor david carrigan must choose duty officer law girl holds captive girl carrigan thinks may fallen love less strange girl jean marie give freedom people surrounds along great canadian rivers wilderness barrens forests northwest summary roger melin p |
| 2451 |
2427 |
2772 |
Bible (ABU) NT 01-27: The New Testament |
American Bible Union |
Bibles |
<p>This Revised Testament has been prepared under the auspices of the American Bible Union, by the most competent scholars of the day. No expense has been spared to obtain the oldest translations of the Bible, copies of the ancient manuscripts, and other facilities to make the revision as perfect as possible.</p> <p>The paragraph form has been adopted in preference to the division by verse, which is a modern mode of division, never used in the ancient scriptures. But, for convenience of reference, the numbers of the verses are retained.</p> <p>All quotations from the Old Testament are distinctly indicated, and the poetic form is restored to those which appear as poetry in the original.</p> <p>The revisers have been guided in their labors by the following rules prescribed by the Union: </p><p>RULES FOR THE REVISION OF THE ENGLISH NEW TESTAMENT. </p><p>The received Greek text, critically edited, with known errors corrected, must be followed.</p> <p>The common English version must be the basis of revision, and only such alterations must be made as the exact meaning of the text and the existing state of the language may require. </p><p>The exact meaning of the inspired text, as that text expressed it to those who understood the original Scriptures at the time they were first written, must be given in corresponding words and phrases, so far as they can be found in the English language, with the least possible obscurity or indefiniteness.</p> <p>(Summary by the American Bible Union Final Committee)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-testament-by-american-bible-union-mp-1004/ |
p this revised testament prepared auspices american bible union competent scholars day expense spared obtain oldest translations bible copies ancient manuscripts facilities make revision perfect possible p p the paragraph form adopted preference division verse modern mode division never used ancient scriptures but convenience reference numbers verses retained p p all quotations old testament distinctly indicated poetic form restored appear poetry original p p the revisers guided labors following rules prescribed union p p rules revision english new testament p p the received greek text critically edited known errors corrected must followed p p the common english version must basis revision alterations must made exact meaning text existing state language may require p p the exact meaning inspired text text expressed understood original scriptures time first written must given corresponding words phrases far found english language least possible obscurity indefiniteness p p summary american bible union final committee p |
| 2452 |
2428 |
2773 |
Creature from Beyond Infinity |
Henry Kuttner |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>A lone space traveler arrives on Earth seeking a new planet to colonize, his own world dead. At the same time a mysterious plague has infected Earth that will wipe out all life. Can a lone scientist stop the plague and save the world? Or will the alien find himself on another doomed planet? (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/the-creature-from-beyond-infinity/ |
p a lone space traveler arrives earth seeking new planet colonize world dead time mysterious plague infected earth wipe life lone scientist stop plague save world alien find another doomed planet summary mark nelson p |
| 2453 |
2429 |
2774 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 036 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>A collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain chosen and read by a group of LibriVox members.<BR><BR>The story of The Lamplighter (by Charles Dickens) is a special group reading, done by the following LV volunteers during a 2009 Librivox meeting in London, UK: Philippa, Cori Samuel, Alex Foster, Hugh McGuire, Chris Hughes and Gesine.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-036/ |
p a collection 20 short works fiction public domain chosen read group librivox members br br the story lamplighter by charles dickens special group reading done following lv volunteers 2009 librivox meeting london uk philippa cori samuel alex foster hugh mcguire chris hughes gesine p |
| 2454 |
2430 |
2775 |
Quintessence of Ibsenism (Version 2) |
George Bernard Shaw |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
<p>InThis is an essay providing an extended analysis of the works of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen and of Ibsen's critical reception in England. Shaw uses this "exposition of Ibsenism" to illustrate the imperfections of British society, using the idea of an imaginary "community of a thousand persons," divided into three categories: Philistines, Idealists, and the lone Realist.<br /><br />\nThe main discussion revolves around Ibsen's recurring topic of the strong character holding out against social hypocrisy, while stating in his essay's final sentence that the quintessence of Ibsenism is that "there is no formula." ( Michele Eaton) </p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-quintessence-of-ibsenism-by-george-bernard-shaw-2/ |
p inthis essay providing extended analysis works norwegian playwright henrik ibsen ibsen s critical reception england shaw uses exposition ibsenism illustrate imperfections british society using idea imaginary community thousand persons divided three categories philistines idealists lone realist br br main discussion revolves around ibsen s recurring topic strong character holding social hypocrisy stating essay s final sentence quintessence ibsenism there formula michele eaton p |
| 2455 |
2451 |
2796 |
Trail of the Hawk: a Comedy of the Seriousness of Life |
Sinclair Lewis |
Published 1900 onward |
Trail of the Hawk, narrated by Mike Vendetti aka Miketheauctioneer, is Sinclair Lewis’ second novel published under his own name. It was not at the time of release a smashing success as his later works, Babbitt, Elmer Gantry, and others, but his style and immense talent are certainly evident.\n<BR><BR>We travel with The Hawk, or Carl Ericson, son of Norwegian immigrants, born at the end of the 19th century through the first three adventurous periods of the young man’s life. We see him as an adventurous boy, running away with Gertie Cowels, the girl that lives in the big house in the better part of town, only to be rescued by Bone Stillman, a backwoods philosopher and influence on Carl.\n<BR><BR>We travel with him as he leaves his childhood, Gertie and Joralemon behind, for a short attempt at higher education, then to pursue the hobo life, a Bowery bartender, an engineer in Panama and an aviator. It is during the aviator phase that he becomes Hawk Ericson barnstorming his way across America, an exciting but dangerous lifestyle. Leaving aviation after too many close calls, and the loss of his best friend, he becomes an automobile man, and moves into phase three.<BR><BR>It is in phase three, love adventure, that we find The Hawk in New York, mingling with polite society quite by accident. He is smitten by Ruth Winslow, while riding on a streetcar after a fight with Gertie, and follows Ruth to a party which he crashes.<BR><BR>I truly enjoyed narrating this novel, and believe the listener will enjoy it, a trip into post Victorian, pre Jazz Age America.<BR>(Summary by Mike Vendetti)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-trail-of-the-hawk/ |
trail hawk narrated mike vendetti aka miketheauctioneer sinclair lewis second novel published name time release smashing success later works babbitt elmer gantry others style immense talent certainly evident br br we travel hawk carl ericson son norwegian immigrants born end 19th century first three adventurous periods young man s life see adventurous boy running away gertie cowels girl lives big house better part town rescued bone stillman backwoods philosopher influence carl br br we travel leaves childhood gertie joralemon behind short attempt higher education pursue hobo life bowery bartender engineer panama aviator aviator phase becomes hawk ericson barnstorming way across america exciting dangerous lifestyle leaving aviation many close calls loss best friend becomes automobile man moves phase three br br it phase three love adventure find hawk new york mingling polite society quite accident smitten ruth winslow riding streetcar fight gertie follows ruth party crashes br br i truly enjoyed narrating novel believe listener enjoy it trip post victorian pre jazz age america br summary mike vendetti p |
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2431 |
2776 |
Warden (version 2) |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
<p>Anthony Trollope sets the scene for his wonderful Chronicles of Barsetshire with this short novel about Septimus Harding's challenged ecclesiastical seat as the warden of Hiram's Hospital. To make things more interesting, the man doing the challenging - John Bold - also happens to be courting Mr. Harding's daughter, Eleanor. (Summary by JessicaLouise)</p>\n<p> Novels in the series are:<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">1-The Warden</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-2/">1-The Warden (version 2)</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/barchester-towers-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Barchester Towers</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">3-Doctor Thorne</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/framley-parsonage-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Framley Parsonage</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-small-house-at-allington-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Small House at Allington</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Last Chronicle of Barset</a></p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-2/ |
p anthony trollope sets scene wonderful chronicles barsetshire short novel septimus harding s challenged ecclesiastical seat warden hiram s hospital make things interesting man challenging john bold also happens courting mr harding s daughter eleanor summary jessicalouise p p novels series are br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope rel no follow 1 the warden a br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope 2 1 the warden version 2 a br a href http librivox org barchester towers by anthony trollope 2 barchester towers a br a href http librivox org doctor thorne by anthony trollope rel no follow 3 doctor thorne a br a href http librivox org framley parsonage by anthony trollope 4 framley parsonage a br a href http librivox org the small house at allington by anthony trollope 5 the small house allington a br a href http librivox org the last chronicle of barset by anthony trollope 6 the last chronicle barset a p |
| 2457 |
2432 |
2777 |
Aged Stranger |
Bret Harte |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>The Aged Stranger</em> by Francis Bret Harte. This was the fortnightly poetry project for December 28th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-aged-stranger-by-francis-bret-harte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em the aged stranger em francis bret harte fortnightly poetry project december 28th 2008 p |
| 2458 |
2433 |
2778 |
Listening |
D. H. Lawrence |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>Listening</em> by D.H. Lawrence. This was the weekly poetry project for December 28th, 2008.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/listening-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em listening em d h lawrence weekly poetry project december 28th 2008 p |
| 2459 |
2434 |
2779 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 008 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige Texte aller Genres, Fiktion, Non-Fiktion und Lyrik.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>"Elternmord" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutschsprachiger-texte-008-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst verschiedene deutschsprachige texte aller genres fiktion non fiktion und lyrik br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br elternmord übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 p |
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2435 |
2780 |
Fräulein von Scuderi |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Eine Erzählung aus dem Zeitalter Ludwig des Vierzehnten.<br>\nEine Mordbande geht um in Paris. Unbekannte Täter lauern reichen Herren auf, töten sie mit einem Stich ins Herz und rauben kostbaren Schmuck. Eines Nachts bringt ein Unbekannter ein Kästchen in das Haus des Fräuleins von Scuderi, einer 73 jährigen angesehenen Schriftstellerin, die auch mit Ludwig XIV bekannt ist. Das Kästchen enthält einen kostbaren Schmuck, der von niemand anderem als dem berühmten Goldschmied René Cardillac gefertigt sein kann. Einige Zeit später wird das Fräulein aufgefordert, den Schmuck in die Werkstatt Cardillacs zu bringen. Doch als sie dort ankommt, trägt man die Leiche des Goldschmieds aus dem Haus. Cardillac ist durch einen Stich ins Herz ermordet worden. Sein Lehrling Ollivier Brusson, der mit Cardillacs Tochter Madelon verlobt ist, wird der Tat verdächtigt und verhaftet. Fräulein von Scuderi nimmt sich des völlig verstörten Mädchens an. Madelon ist von Olliviers Unschuld überzeugt und kann auch in der Scuderi Zweifel wecken. Das Fräulein besucht Ollivier Brusson im Gefängnis. Dieser vertraut ihr ein furchtbares Geheimnis an.<br/><br/>\n(Summary by Hokuspokus) </p> |
German |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/das-fraulein-von-scuderi/ |
eine erzählung aus dem zeitalter ludwig des vierzehnten br eine mordbande geht um paris unbekannte täter lauern reichen herren auf töten sie mit einem stich ins herz und rauben kostbaren schmuck eines nachts bringt ein unbekannter ein kästchen das haus des fräuleins von scuderi einer 73 jährigen angesehenen schriftstellerin die auch mit ludwig xiv bekannt ist das kästchen enthält einen kostbaren schmuck der von niemand anderem als dem berühmten goldschmied rené cardillac gefertigt sein kann einige zeit später wird das fräulein aufgefordert den schmuck die werkstatt cardillacs zu bringen doch als sie dort ankommt trägt man die leiche des goldschmieds aus dem haus cardillac ist durch einen stich ins herz ermordet worden sein lehrling ollivier brusson der mit cardillacs tochter madelon verlobt ist wird der tat verdächtigt und verhaftet fräulein von scuderi nimmt sich des völlig verstörten mädchens an madelon ist von olliviers unschuld überzeugt und kann auch der scuderi zweifel wecken das fräulein besucht ollivier brusson im gefängnis dieser vertraut ihr ein furchtbares geheimnis an br br summary hokuspokus p |
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2436 |
2781 |
Above Life's Turmoil |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
The turmoil of the world we cannot avoid, but the disturbances of mind we can overcome. The duties and difficulties of life claim our attention, but we can rise above all anxiety concerning them. Surrounded by noise, we can yet have a quiet mind; involved in responsibilities, the heart can be at rest; in the midst of strife, we can know the abiding peace. The twenty pieces which comprise this book, unrelated as some of them are in the letter, will be found to be harmonious in the spirit, in that they point the reader towards those heights of self-knowledge and self-conquest which, rising above the turbulence of the world, lift their peaks where the Heavenly Silence reigns. (Summary from the book)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/above-lifes-turmoil-by-james-allen/ |
turmoil world cannot avoid disturbances mind overcome duties difficulties life claim attention rise anxiety concerning them surrounded noise yet quiet mind involved responsibilities heart rest midst strife know abiding peace twenty pieces comprise book unrelated letter found harmonious spirit point reader towards heights self knowledge self conquest which rising turbulence world lift peaks heavenly silence reigns summary book p |
| 2462 |
2437 |
2782 |
Curious Case of Benjamin Button (version 2) |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Humorous Fiction |
The curious Case of Benjamin Button, a 1921 short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, now a major motion picture, features Benjamin Button, who, born as an old man much to the dismay and chagrin of his father and family Doctor, ages backwards until he leaves this world as a newborn. (Summary by Mike Vendetti)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-curious-case-of-benjamin-button-version-2/ |
curious case benjamin button 1921 short story f scott fitzgerald major motion picture features benjamin button who born old man much dismay chagrin father family doctor ages backwards leaves world newborn summary mike vendetti p |
| 2463 |
2452 |
2797 |
Armadale |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
<p>The novel has a convoluted plot about two distant cousins both named Allan Armadale. The father of one had murdered the father of the other (the two fathers are also named Allan Armadale). The story starts with a deathbed confession by the murderer in the form of a letter to be given to his baby son when he grows up. Many years are skipped over. The son, mistreated at home, runs away from his mother and stepfather, and takes up a wandering life under the assumed name of Ozias Midwinter."\nSummary from wikipedia). </p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/armadale-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p the novel convoluted plot two distant cousins named allan armadale father one murdered father the two fathers also named allan armadale story starts deathbed confession murderer form letter given baby son grows up many years skipped over son mistreated home runs away mother stepfather takes wandering life assumed name ozias midwinter summary wikipedia p |
| 2464 |
2438 |
2783 |
Two Years in the Forbidden City |
Der Ling Yu |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
THE author of the following narrative has peculiar qualifications for her task. She is a daughter of Lord Yu Keng, a member of the Manchu White Banner Corps, and one of the most advanced and progressive Chinese officials of his generation. she became First Lady-in-Waiting to the Empress Dowager, and while serving at the Court in that capacity she received the impressions which provide the subject-matter of this book. Her opportunity to observe and estimate the characteristics of the remarkable woman who ruled China for so long was unique, and her narrative throws a new light on one of the most extraordinary personalities of modern times. Yielding to the urgent solicitation of friends, she consented to put some of her experiences into literary form, and the following chronicle, in which the most famous of Chinese women, the customs and atmosphere of her Court are portrayed by an intimate of the same race, is a result. (Summary adapted from the Foreword)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/two-years-in-the-forbidden-city-by-princess-der-ling/ |
author following narrative peculiar qualifications task daughter lord yu keng member manchu white banner corps one advanced progressive chinese officials generation became first lady in waiting empress dowager serving court capacity received impressions provide subject matter book opportunity observe estimate characteristics remarkable woman ruled china long unique narrative throws new light one extraordinary personalities modern times yielding urgent solicitation friends consented put experiences literary form following chronicle famous chinese women customs atmosphere court portrayed intimate race result summary adapted foreword p |
| 2465 |
2439 |
2784 |
History of the Philippines |
David Prescott Barrows |
History |
<p>This book is one of the earliest studies of Philippine history by an American scholar. In preparation for this book, the author conducted ethnological studies of indiginous island tribes after the American war in the Philippines. Since this book was intended for the Philippine reader, the author nicely places the history of the Islands into the broader context of European and American history. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-philippines-by-barrows/ |
p this book one earliest studies philippine history american scholar preparation book author conducted ethnological studies indiginous island tribes american war philippines since book intended philippine reader author nicely places history islands broader context european american history summary joed p |
| 2466 |
2440 |
2785 |
Marvelous Land of Oz (version 2) (Dramatic Reading) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
The Marvelous Land of Oz Being an account of the further adventures of the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman and also the strange experiences of the highly magnified Woggle-Bug, Jack Pumpkin-head, the Animated Saw-Horse and the Gump; the story being A Sequel to The Wizard of Oz. (Summary by L. Frank Baum)\n\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Tip, Ozma: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mombi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8410">Shauna Kennett</a><br>Jack Pumpkinhead: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8266">Jeff K.</a><br>Saw-Horse, Sad-Looking Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Ferryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8417">Andy Cotterly</a><br>Guardian of the Gates: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8394">Matthew Walker</a><br>Soldier with the Green Whiskers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br>Scarecrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Jellia Jamb, Army of Girls, Townsperson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>General Jinjur: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Winkie Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Tin Woodman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8108">drakaunus</a><br>Mr. Woggle-Bug: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Queen of the Mice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>Gump: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br>Captain, Townsperson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>Glinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Girl of the Army: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>Guard of the Army of Girls: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br><br />Additional Book Coordinator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br><br />Edited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892">Piotr Nater</a><br><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-dramatic-reading-by-l-frank-baum/ |
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2441 |
2786 |
Short Poetry Collection 075 |
Various |
Poetry |
This a collection of poems recorded by LibriVox volunteers during the month of January 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-075/ |
collection poems recorded librivox volunteers month january 2009 p |
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2442 |
2787 |
Operation Terror |
Murray Leinster |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>An unidentified space ship lands in a Colorado lake. Equipped with a paralyzing ray weapon, the creatures begin taking human prisoners. A lone land surveyor and a journalist are trapped inside the Army cordon, which is helpless against the mysterious enemy. Can they stop the aliens before it is too late? (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/operation-terror-by-murray-leinster/ |
p an unidentified space ship lands colorado lake equipped paralyzing ray weapon creatures begin taking human prisoners lone land surveyor journalist trapped inside army cordon helpless mysterious enemy stop aliens late summary mark nelson p |
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2443 |
2788 |
My First Summer in the Sierra |
John Muir |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Nature |
<p>The journal of nature-lover John Muir who spent the summer of 1869 walking California’s Sierra Nevada range. From French Bar to Mono Lake and the Yosemite Valley, Muir was awestruck by everything he saw. The antics of the smallest “insect people” amazed him as much as stunted thousand-year old Juniper trees growing with inconceivable tenacity from tiny cracks in the stone. Muir spent the rest of his life working to preserve the high Sierra, believing that “the clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” John Muir (1838-1914) was born in Dunbar, Scotland and grew up in Wisconsin, USA. This recording commemorates the 140th anniversary of that first summer. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/my-first-summer-in-the-sierra-by-john-muir/ |
p the journal nature lover john muir spent summer 1869 walking california s sierra nevada range french bar mono lake yosemite valley muir awestruck everything saw antics smallest insect people amazed much stunted thousand year old juniper trees growing inconceivable tenacity tiny cracks stone muir spent rest life working preserve high sierra believing the clearest way universe forest wilderness john muir 1838 1914 born dunbar scotland grew wisconsin usa recording commemorates 140th anniversary first summer summary adrian praetzellis p |
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2444 |
2789 |
Anatomy of the Human Body, Part 2 (Gray's Anatomy) |
Henry Gray |
Medical |
<p>Henry Gray's classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). For the Librivox recording, we have divided the book into five parts. Part 2 includes Syndesmology and Myology. The mathematical formulas (section 25) and the illustrations can be found in the online text at bartleby.com. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anatomy-of-the-human-body-part-2-by-henry-gray/ |
p henry gray s classic anatomy textbook first published 1858 continuous publication ever since revised expanded many successive editions recording public domain 1918 us edition some information may outdated librivox recording divided book five parts part 2 includes syndesmology myology mathematical formulas section 25 illustrations found online text bartleby com summary laurie anne walden p |
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2445 |
2790 |
Physiologie du jour de l'an |
Louis Couailhac |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><em>Premier de l'an, jour si triste pour les uns, si beau pour les autres, je vais essayer d'esquisser ta physionomie ; et je te traiterai aussi bien que possible. Je te redoute trop, moi qui suis une de tes victimes ordinaires, pour ne pas me montrer indulgent envers toi ! <br/>Je ne te demande q'une chose, c'est qu'il te plaise de me rendre la pareille. </em></p><p>Cher lecteur,<em> puisse mon cadeau du jour de l'an vous plaire !</em></p> <p align="right"><br/>(Extraits adaptés) <p>First Day of the Year, so sad to some, so lovely to others, I shall attempt to portray you ; and I shall be as gentle as can be. I, one of your usual victims, fear you too much not to be lenient with you! <br/>I only ask you for one thing: if you please, do treat me likewise. </p><p>Dear reader, may you enjoy this New Year's Day present!</p><p align="right"><br/>(Loose translation by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/physiologie-du-jour-de-lan-by-louis-couailhac-0901/ |
p em premier de l an jour si triste pour les uns si beau pour les autres je vais essayer d esquisser ta physionomie et je te traiterai aussi bien que possible je te redoute trop moi qui suis une de tes victimes ordinaires pour ne pas montrer indulgent envers toi br je ne te demande q une chose c est qu il te plaise de rendre la pareille em p p cher lecteur em puisse mon cadeau du jour de l an vous plaire em p p align right br extraits adaptés p first day year sad some lovely others shall attempt portray shall gentle be i one usual victims fear much lenient you br i ask one thing please treat likewise p p dear reader may enjoy new year s day present p p align right br loose translation ezwa p |
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2446 |
2791 |
Poèmes et Poésies |
Charles Marie René Leconte de Lisle |
Poetry |
<p><em>Leconte de Lisle est né à l'Île de Bourbon. <br/>C'est là que ses yeux d'enfant se sont emplis des couleurs et des formes des paysages prestigieux de l'Orient. Une nature sans tendresse, à la lumière implacable, aux faces énormes et aveugles, éveilla dans son âme cette idée obsédante de la fatalité, qu'il devait retrouver au long de l'histoire. Tout ce que l'Orient dans sa lourde immobilité traîne depuis des siècles de renoncement à l'impossible bonheur et de goût de la mort s'ajouta par ailleurs en lui à son pessimisme natif.</em> <br>(Extrait de la notice de l'édition de 1920)</p> <p>Leconte de Lisle was born on the island of Réunion. <br/>His verse is clear, sonorous, dignified, deliberate in movement, classically correct in rhythm, full of exotic local colour, of savage names, of realistic rhetoric. Coldness cultivated as a kind of artistic distinction seems to turn all his poetry to marble, in spite of the fire at its heart. They have the lofty monotony of a single conception of life and of the universe. He sees the world as what Byron called it, "a glorious blunder," and desires only to stand a little apart from the throng, meditating scornfully. </p><p>He listens and watches, throughout the world, for echoes and glimpses of great tragic passions. The burning emptiness of the desert attracts him, the inexplicable melancholy of the dogs that bark at the moon; he would interpret the jaguar's dreams, the sleep of the condor. He sees nature with the same wrathful impatience as man, praising it for its destructive energies, its haste to crush out human life before the stars fall into chaos, and the world with them, as one of the least of stars. <br/>(From Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/poemes-et-poesies-by-charles-leconte-de-lisle-0901/ |
p em leconte de lisle est né à l île de bourbon br c est là que ses yeux d enfant se sont emplis des couleurs et des formes des paysages prestigieux de l orient une nature sans tendresse à la lumière implacable aux faces énormes et aveugles éveilla dans son âme cette idée obsédante de la fatalité qu il devait retrouver au long de l histoire tout ce que l orient dans sa lourde immobilité traîne depuis des siècles de renoncement à l impossible bonheur et de goût de la mort s ajouta par ailleurs en lui à son pessimisme natif em br extrait de la notice de l édition de 1920 p p leconte de lisle born island réunion br his verse clear sonorous dignified deliberate movement classically correct rhythm full exotic local colour savage names realistic rhetoric coldness cultivated kind artistic distinction seems turn poetry marble spite fire heart lofty monotony single conception life universe sees world byron called it a glorious blunder desires stand little apart throng meditating scornfully p p he listens watches throughout world echoes glimpses great tragic passions burning emptiness desert attracts him inexplicable melancholy dogs bark moon would interpret jaguar s dreams sleep condor sees nature wrathful impatience man praising destructive energies haste crush human life stars fall chaos world them one least stars br from wikipedia p |
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2447 |
2792 |
Tales of Unrest |
Joseph Conrad |
Single Author Collections |
<P>Tales of Unrest (1898) is the first collection of short stories by Joseph Conrad published in his lifetime.<BR><BR>Joseph Conrad (1857–1924), a Polish-born English novelist, was a master in the formats of long short story and novella, a form of story longer than conventional short story but shorter than a novel. Some of Conrad's most acclaimed works have been written in these formats, most notably Heart of Darkness (1899).<BR><BR>Tales of Unrest contains five stories; Karain: A Memory (written 1897; read by Jhiu), The Idiots (1896; read by Ann Boulais), An Outpost of Progress (1896; read by Kristine Bekere), The Return (1897; read by Raerity) and The Lagoon (1896; read by David Lazarus). Author's note read by Sibella Denton. (Summary by Illiterati)</P> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-unrest-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p tales unrest 1898 first collection short stories joseph conrad published lifetime br br joseph conrad 1857 1924 polish born english novelist master formats long short story novella form story longer conventional short story shorter novel conrad s acclaimed works written formats notably heart darkness 1899 br br tales unrest contains five stories karain memory written 1897 read jhiu idiots 1896 read ann boulais outpost progress 1896 read kristine bekere return 1897 read raerity lagoon 1896 read david lazarus author s note read sibella denton summary illiterati p |
| 2474 |
2448 |
2793 |
Canadian Folk-Song |
William Wilfred Campbell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <em>A Canadian Folk-Song</em> by William Wilfred Campbell. This was the weekly poetry project for January 4th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-canadian-folk-song-by-william-wilfred-campbell/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings em a canadian folk song em william wilfred campbell weekly poetry project january 4th 2009 p |
| 2475 |
2449 |
2794 |
Tremendous Trifles |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“None of us think enough of these things on which the eye rests. But don't let us let the eye rest. Why should the eye be so lazy? Let us exercise the eye until it learns to see startling facts that run across the landscape as plain as a painted fence. Let us be ocular athletes. Let us learn to write essays on a stray cat or a coloured cloud. I have attempted some such thing in what follows; but anyone else may do it better, if anyone else will only try. ” (Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/tremendous-trifles-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p none us think enough things eye rests let us let eye rest eye lazy let us exercise eye learns see startling facts run across landscape plain painted fence let us ocular athletes let us learn write essays stray cat coloured cloud attempted thing follows anyone else may better anyone else try gilbert keith chesterton p |
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2450 |
2795 |
Agony Column |
Earl Derr Biggers |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>English romantic adventure starring a young American in London and inspired by the personal ads (agony columns) in the London papers. In this treacherous tale of murder and intrigue young American Geoffrey West tracks a killer from the posh dining room of the Carlton Hotel to the opium dens of London's Limehouse district in search of the truth and the heart of his true love only to find the culprit all too close to home.<br /><br />Earl Derr Biggers is better known as the author of numerous Charlie Chan novels,<br /><br />The Agony Column was released as a movie under the name Second Floor Mystery in 1930. While this movie was in production, its two stars, Loretta Young and Grant Withers, eloped. (Summary by peac)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-agony-column-by-earl-derr-biggers/ |
p english romantic adventure starring young american london inspired personal ads agony columns london papers treacherous tale murder intrigue young american geoffrey west tracks killer posh dining room carlton hotel opium dens london s limehouse district search truth heart true love find culprit close home br br earl derr biggers better known author numerous charlie chan novels br br the agony column released movie name second floor mystery 1930 movie production two stars loretta young grant withers eloped summary peac p |
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2456 |
2802 |
Discoverers and Explorers |
Edward R. Shaw |
Children's Non-fiction, History |
Tales of the brave and daring explorers that ventured into the unknown "Sea of Darkness" where it was thought monsters and angry gods lived. They dared to sail near the equator which was thought to have such intense heat that it would boil the ocean water. It was also commonly thought at the time that the world was flat, and the ships would fall off the face of the earth. These men overcame these fears to explore and discover new lands. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/discoverers-and-explorers-by-edward-r-shaw/ |
tales brave daring explorers ventured unknown sea darkness thought monsters angry gods lived dared sail near equator thought intense heat would boil ocean water also commonly thought time world flat ships would fall face earth men overcame fears explore discover new lands summary laura caldwell p |
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2457 |
2803 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 09 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 9 subtitled “From the Accession of James I Till the Death of Cromwell”, addresses the early Stuart period’s unsettled history and the actions of that person, who, seen from the Irish perspective, was certainly one of the most villainous of men: Cromwell. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-09-by-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 9 subtitled from accession james till death cromwell addresses early stuart period s unsettled history actions person who seen irish perspective certainly one villainous men cromwell summary sibella denton p |
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2458 |
2804 |
Gossip in a Library |
Edmund Gosse |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of informal essays about books in his library. He combines commentary, translations, and humorous asides about authors and their subjects</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/gossip-in-a-library-by-edmund-gosse/ |
p a collection informal essays books library combines commentary translations humorous asides authors subjects p |
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2459 |
2806 |
Jungle Tales of Tarzan |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Jungle Tales of Tarzan is a collection of twelve loosely-connected short stories written by Edgar Rice Burroughs, comprising the sixth book in order of publication in his series about the title character Tarzan. Chronologically, the events recounted in it actually occur between chapters 12 and 13 of the first Tarzan novel, Tarzan of the Apes. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/jungle-tales-of-tarzan-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p jungle tales tarzan collection twelve loosely connected short stories written edgar rice burroughs comprising sixth book order publication series title character tarzan chronologically events recounted actually occur chapters 12 13 first tarzan novel tarzan apes summary wikipedia p |
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2460 |
2807 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 009 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-009/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
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2461 |
2808 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 010 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-010/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2483 |
2462 |
2809 |
Collected Public Domain Works of Stanley G. Weinbaum |
Stanley G. Weinbaum |
Science Fiction |
Stanley G. Weinbaum is best known for his short story “A Martian Odyssey” which has been influencing Science Fiction since it was first published in 1934. Weinbaum is considered the first writer to contrive an alien who thought as well as a human, but not like a human. A Martian Odyssey and its sequel are presented here as well as other Weinbaum gems including 3 stories featuring the egomaniacal physicist Haskel van Manderpootz and his former student, playboy Dixon Wells. \n(Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/collected-public-domain-works-of-stanley-g-weinbaum-by-stanley-g-weinbaum/ |
stanley g weinbaum best known short story a martian odyssey influencing science fiction since first published 1934 weinbaum considered first writer contrive alien thought well human like human martian odyssey sequel presented well weinbaum gems including 3 stories featuring egomaniacal physicist haskel van manderpootz former student playboy dixon wells summary gregg margarite p |
| 2484 |
2463 |
2810 |
Wealth of Nations, Book 4 |
Adam Smith |
Business & Economics |
An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of the Scottish economist Adam Smith, published on March 9, 1776 during the Scottish Enlightenment. It is a clearly written account of political economy at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, and is widely considered to be the first modern work in the field of economics. (from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/the-wealth-of-nations-book-4-by-adam-smith/ |
inquiry nature causes wealth nations magnum opus scottish economist adam smith published march 9 1776 scottish enlightenment clearly written account political economy dawn industrial revolution widely considered first modern work field economics from wikipedia p |
| 2485 |
2464 |
2811 |
Home |
Anne Brontë |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <em>Home</em> by Anne Bronte. This was the weekly poetry project for January 11th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/home-by-anne-bronte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings em home em anne bronte weekly poetry project january 11th 2009 p |
| 2486 |
2465 |
2812 |
Ballad which Anne Askew made and sang when she was in Newgate |
Anne Askew |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>The Ballad which Anne Askew made and sang when she was in Newgate</em> by Anne Askew. This was the fortnightly poetry project for January 11th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-which-anne-askew-made-and-sang-when-she-was-in-newgate-by-anne-askew/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em the ballad anne askew made sang newgate em anne askew fortnightly poetry project january 11th 2009 p |
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2466 |
2813 |
War and Peace, Book 11: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir”) is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy’s two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world’s greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy’s time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-11-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
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2467 |
2814 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 004 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 10 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-004-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 10 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
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2468 |
2815 |
Don Juan, Canto 5 |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Poetry |
<p>Juan, captured by Turkish pirates and sold into slavery is bought by a beautiful Princess as her toy-boy. Dressed as an odalisque, he is smuggled into the Sultan's harem for a steamy assignation. Unbelievably, Byron's publisher almost baulked at this feast of allusive irony, blasphemy (mild), calumny, scorn, lesse-majeste, cross-dressing, bestiality, assassination, circumcision and dwarf-tossing. This was the last Canto published by the stuffy John Murray (who had, however, made a tidy fortune on the earlier parts of the Epic). Although Byron's mood starts, after this, to grow darker and his bitterness at English hypocrisy to grow sharper, his discursive comedy and precise and intriguing rhyme is rarely better than in Canto V. (Summary by Peter Gallagher)</p> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-canto-v-by-george-gordon-byron/ |
p juan captured turkish pirates sold slavery bought beautiful princess toy boy dressed odalisque smuggled sultan s harem steamy assignation unbelievably byron s publisher almost baulked feast allusive irony blasphemy mild calumny scorn lesse majeste cross dressing bestiality assassination circumcision dwarf tossing last canto published stuffy john murray who had however made tidy fortune earlier parts epic although byron s mood starts this grow darker bitterness english hypocrisy grow sharper discursive comedy precise intriguing rhyme rarely better canto v summary peter gallagher p |
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2469 |
2816 |
Pioneers of France in the New World |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
Early Modern |
<p>Parkman has been hailed as one of America's first great historians and as a master of narrative history. Numerous translations have spread the books around the world. The American writer and literary critic Edmund Wilson (1895-1972) in his book O Canada (1965), described Parkman’s France and England in North America in these terms: The clarity, the momentum and the color of the first volumes of Parkman’s narrative are among the most brilliant achievements of the writing of history as an art.<br/><br/>\n\nParkman's biases, particularly his attitudes about nationality, race, and especially Native Americans, has generated criticism. The Canadian historian W. J. Eccles harshly criticized what he perceived as Parkman's bias against France and Roman Catholic policies, as well as what he considered Parkman's misuse of French language sources. However, Parkman's most severe detractor was the American historian Francis Jennings, an outspoken and controversial critic of the European colonization of North America, who went so far as to characterize Parkman's work as "fiction" and Parkman himself as a "liar".<br/><br/>\n\nUnlike Jennings and Eccles, many modern historians have found much to praise in Parkman's work even while recognizing his limitations. Calling Jennings' critique "vitriolic and unfair," the historian Robert S. Allen has said that Parkman's history of France and England in North America "remains a rich mixture of history and literature which few contemporary scholars can hope to emulate". The historian Michael N. McConnell, while acknowledging the historical errors and racial prejudice in Parkman's book The Conspiracy of Pontiac, has said: "...it would be easy to dismiss Pontiac as a curious perhaps embarrassing artifact of another time and place. Yet Parkman's work represents a pioneering effort; in several ways he anticipated the kind of frontier history now taken for granted...." Parkman's masterful and evocative use of language remains his most enduring and instructive legacy. <br/><br/>\n\nThis is Vol 1 of Parkman's series "France and England in North America." The LibriVox recording does not include footnotes, many of which are extended quotations from original French sources: See project Gutenberg http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/3721 for footnotes. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/ |
p parkman hailed one america s first great historians master narrative history numerous translations spread books around world american writer literary critic edmund wilson 1895 1972 book canada 1965 described parkman s france england north america terms clarity momentum color first volumes parkman s narrative among brilliant achievements writing history art br br parkman s biases particularly attitudes nationality race especially native americans generated criticism canadian historian w j eccles harshly criticized perceived parkman s bias france roman catholic policies well considered parkman s misuse french language sources however parkman s severe detractor american historian francis jennings outspoken controversial critic european colonization north america went far characterize parkman s work fiction parkman liar br br unlike jennings eccles many modern historians found much praise parkman s work even recognizing limitations calling jennings critique vitriolic unfair historian robert s allen said parkman s history france england north america remains rich mixture history literature contemporary scholars hope emulate historian michael n mcconnell acknowledging historical errors racial prejudice parkman s book conspiracy pontiac said it would easy dismiss pontiac curious perhaps embarrassing artifact another time place yet parkman s work represents pioneering effort several ways anticipated kind frontier history taken granted parkman s masterful evocative use language remains enduring instructive legacy br br vol 1 parkman s series france england north america librivox recording include footnotes many extended quotations original french sources see project gutenberg http www gutenberg org etext 3721 footnotes summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
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2470 |
2817 |
Anatomy of the Human Body, Part 4 (Gray's Anatomy) |
Henry Gray |
Medical |
<p>Henry Gray's classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). The illustrations can be found in the online text at bartleby.com. For the Librivox recording, we have divided the book into five parts. Part 4 includes Neurology, the Organs of the Senses, and the Common Integument. (summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anatomy-of-the-human-body-part-4-by-henry-gray/ |
p henry gray s classic anatomy textbook first published 1858 continuous publication ever since revised expanded many successive editions recording public domain 1918 us edition some information may outdated illustrations found online text bartleby com librivox recording divided book five parts part 4 includes neurology organs senses common integument summary laurie anne walden p |
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2471 |
2818 |
Goop Directory (version 2) |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
A funny collection of poems about bad children.<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-goop-directory-by-gelett-burgess-2/ |
funny collection poems bad children p |
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2472 |
2819 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 005 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 10 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-005-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 10 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
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2485 |
2835 |
Adventures of Maya the Bee |
Waldemar Bonsels |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<i>The Adventures of Maya the Bee</i> is an exciting tale for children of all ages. Themes of growth and development of courage and wisdom are found, as well as the extreme joy and satisfaction that Maya experiences in the beauty of creation and all creatures. Her ultimate and innate loyalty to her Nation of Bees is acted out in the final heroic scenes. This story gives us the delightful sense of having seen a small segment of the world through a Bee's eyes. (Summary by Brenda Price)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-maya-the-bee-by-waldemar-bonsels/ |
i the adventures maya bee i exciting tale children ages themes growth development courage wisdom found well extreme joy satisfaction maya experiences beauty creation creatures ultimate innate loyalty nation bees acted final heroic scenes story gives us delightful sense seen small segment world bee s eyes summary brenda price p |
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2473 |
2820 |
Auswahl aus Die Leute von Seldwyla |
Gottfried Keller |
General Fiction |
<p>In dieser amüsanten Novellensammlung, die zu den Klassikern der deutschsprachigen Literatur gehört, beschreibt Keller anhand der Bürger von Seldwyla karikativ Merkmale der Gesellschaft des 19. Jahrhunderts. <br><br>In "Pankraz der Schmoller" geht es um einen Jungen, der als schmollender Versager in traurigen Verhältnissen aufwächst und seine positiven Entwicklung nachdem er sein zu Hause verlässt ... <br>"Romeo und Julia auf dem Dorfe" ist eine Variante der bekannten Liebesgeschichte zwischen den Kindern zweier verfeindeter Bauern ... <br>Eine allein erziehende Mutter zieht durch Liebe und gutes Vorbild in "Frau Regel Amrain und ihr Jüngster" entgegen Seldwyler Sitte einen vorbildlichen Sohn groß... <br>(Summary by Markus Wachenheim)</p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/auswahl-aus-die-leute-von-seldwyla-by-gottfried-keller/ |
p in dieser amüsanten novellensammlung die zu den klassikern der deutschsprachigen literatur gehört beschreibt keller anhand der bürger von seldwyla karikativ merkmale der gesellschaft des 19 jahrhunderts br br in pankraz der schmoller geht es um einen jungen der als schmollender versager traurigen verhältnissen aufwächst und seine positiven entwicklung nachdem er sein zu hause verlässt br romeo und julia auf dem dorfe ist eine variante der bekannten liebesgeschichte zwischen den kindern zweier verfeindeter bauern br eine allein erziehende mutter zieht durch liebe und gutes vorbild frau regel amrain und ihr jüngster entgegen seldwyler sitte einen vorbildlichen sohn groß br summary markus wachenheim p |
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2474 |
2822 |
Select Sermons |
Jonathan Edwards |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Jonathan Edwards was a colonial American Congregational preacher, theologian, and missionary to Native Americans. Edwards "is widely acknowledged to be America's most important and original philosophical theologian." His work is very broad in scope, but he is often associated with his defense of Calvinist theology, the metaphysics of theological determinism, and the Puritan heritage. His famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," emphasized the just wrath of God against sin and contrasted it with the provision of God for salvation; the intensity of his preaching sometimes resulted in members of the audience fainting, swooning, and other more obtrusive reactions. The swooning and other behaviors in his audience caught him up in a controversy over "bodily effects" of the Holy Spirit's presence. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br />This collection contains nineteen of his sermons, including "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God."</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/select-sermons-of-jonathon-edwards-by-jonathon-edwards/ |
p jonathan edwards colonial american congregational preacher theologian missionary native americans edwards is widely acknowledged america s important original philosophical theologian work broad scope often associated defense calvinist theology metaphysics theological determinism puritan heritage famous sermon sinners hands angry god emphasized wrath god sin contrasted provision god salvation intensity preaching sometimes resulted members audience fainting swooning obtrusive reactions swooning behaviors audience caught controversy bodily effects holy spirit s presence summary wikipedia br br this collection contains nineteen sermons including sinners hands angry god p |
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2475 |
2823 |
House to Let |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br /><em>A House to Let</em> is a short story originally published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Dickens' <em>Household Words</em> magazine. Each of the contributors wrote a chapter (stories within a story, or, in the case of Adelaide Anne Procter, poetry) and the story was edited by Dickens, who also wrote the first and last chapters with Wilkie Collins. <br /><br />The plot concerns an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who notices signs of life in a supposedly empty dilapidated house (the eponymous "House to Let") opposite her own, and employs the efforts of an elderly admirer, Jabez Jarber, and her servant, Trottle, to discover what is happening within. (Summary by Ruth Golding and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/a-house-to-let-by-charles-dickens-and-others/ |
br em a house let em short story originally published 1858 christmas edition dickens em household words em magazine contributors wrote chapter stories within story or case adelaide anne procter poetry story edited dickens also wrote first last chapters wilkie collins br br the plot concerns elderly woman sophonisba notices signs life supposedly empty dilapidated house the eponymous house let opposite own employs efforts elderly admirer jabez jarber servant trottle discover happening within summary ruth golding wikipedia br br |
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2476 |
2825 |
Robert Surcouf |
Karl May |
Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Robert Surcouf (* 12. Dezember 1773 in Saint-Malo, Frankreich; † 8. Juli 1827 in Saint-Malo) war während der Revolutionskriege französischer Kaper gegen Großbritannien. Er fügte dem englischen Handel bei seinen Kaperfahrten in insgesamt 50 Monaten auf See beträchtliche Verluste zu, 47 feindliche Schiffe wurden erobert oder versenkt. Karl May verfasste unter dem Pseudonym Ernst von Linden das Seemannsbild von Robert Surcouf als semihistorische Erzählung für die Publikation: Deutscher Hausschatz in Wort und Bild. 8. Jg. 1881/82. Heft 18. Regensburg, New York, Cincinnati (1882). Nr. 50, S. 795. (Summary by Wikipedia, Zeno & Wassermann).<br/><br/>Proof-Listeners: Herr_Klugbeiser, Hokuspokus, Sonja</p> |
German |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/robert-surcouf-by-karl-may/ |
robert surcouf 12 dezember 1773 saint malo frankreich 8 juli 1827 saint malo war während der revolutionskriege französischer kaper gegen großbritannien er fügte dem englischen handel bei seinen kaperfahrten insgesamt 50 monaten auf see beträchtliche verluste zu 47 feindliche schiffe wurden erobert oder versenkt karl may verfasste unter dem pseudonym ernst von linden das seemannsbild von robert surcouf als semihistorische erzählung für die publikation deutscher hausschatz wort und bild 8 jg 1881 82 heft 18 regensburg new york cincinnati 1882 nr 50 s 795 summary wikipedia zeno wassermann br br proof listeners herr_klugbeiser hokuspokus sonja p |
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2477 |
2827 |
Alice in Blunderland: an Iridescent Dream |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<br />From Alice in Blunderland:<br />\n "Certain of our members claim that they have a right to sell their votes for $500 apiece--"<br /> <br />\n"Mercy!" cried Alice, "Why, that is--that is terrible."<br /> <br />\n"It certainly is," said the March Hare ruefully, it's rotten. Here I've been holding out for $1,250 for mine, and these duffers want to go in for a cut rate that will absolutely ruin the business." <br /> <br />\nJohn Kendrick Bangs takes Carroll's Alice in Wonderland and turns it into a political satire in many ways as fresh, keen and relevant today as it was a hundred years ago. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /> <br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/alice-in-blunderland-an-iridescent-dream-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
br from alice blunderland br certain members claim right sell votes 500 apiece br br mercy cried alice why is that terrible br br it certainly is said march hare ruefully rotten i ve holding 1 250 mine duffers want go cut rate absolutely ruin business br br john kendrick bangs takes carroll s alice wonderland turns political satire many ways fresh keen relevant today hundred years ago summary ruth golding br br |
| 2500 |
2478 |
2828 |
Varieties of Religious Experience |
William James |
Psychology, Modern, Christianity - Other |
<P>The Varieties of Religious Experience: A Study in Human Nature is a book by the Harvard psychologist and philosopher William James that comprises his edited Gifford Lectures on "Natural Theology" delivered at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland between 1901 and 1902. These lectures concerned the nature of religion and the neglect of science, in James' view, in the academic study of religion. Soon after its publication, the book found its way into the canon of psychology and philosophy, and has remained in print for over a century. (Summary by Wikipedia)</P>Lectures read by JoeD, preface read by musil.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/varieties-of-religious-experience-by-william-james/ |
p the varieties religious experience study human nature book harvard psychologist philosopher william james comprises edited gifford lectures natural theology delivered university edinburgh scotland 1901 1902 lectures concerned nature religion neglect science james view academic study religion soon publication book found way canon psychology philosophy remained print century summary wikipedia p lectures read joed preface read musil p |
| 2501 |
2479 |
2829 |
Babbitt |
Sinclair Lewis |
Literary Fiction |
Sinclair Lewis’ George F. Babbitt is a complicated and conflicted character. When you think you have his next move figured out he surprises you. As you begin to like him, he does something to evoke the “what a rat” response.<BR><BR>\nMale menopause wasn’t a pre Great Depression term, but I would say George has all the symptoms. At a pudgy balding forty six he looks at his life, wife, family and business. He sees himself as a pretty successful business man, but when Tanis, the lonely widow, has a leaky roof, he sees an opportunity for perhaps a more fulfilling relationship then he has at home. Add to Tanis a foray into radical politics, and we are about to whiteness an emotional and financial train wreck with Babbitt at the throttle.<BR><BR>\nThis is a long story, but well worth listening to. Human nature hasn’t changed much in the last ninety years. Enjoy the novel (Summary by Mike Vendetti).<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/babbitt-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
sinclair lewis george f babbitt complicated conflicted character think next move figured surprises you begin like him something evoke what rat response br br male menopause wasn t pre great depression term would say george symptoms pudgy balding forty six looks life wife family business sees pretty successful business man tanis lonely widow leaky roof sees opportunity perhaps fulfilling relationship home add tanis foray radical politics whiteness emotional financial train wreck babbitt throttle br br long story well worth listening to human nature hasn t changed much last ninety years enjoy novel summary mike vendetti p |
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2480 |
2830 |
À l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs |
Marcel Proust |
General Fiction |
<p>Première partie <br/>Autour de Mme Swann</p> <p>Dans cette première partie du roman, le narrateur parle de ses relations à Combray, entre autres celles eues avec M. de Norpois ou encore avec son idole littéraire Bergotte. Il va également pour la première fois au théâtre où il voit enfin l'actrice qu'il aime tant, la Berma, interprétant Phèdre de Racine. On y lit ses déceptions incomprises par les autres vis-à-vis de sa première vision théâtrale. Puis, il arrive à se faire introduire chez les Swann. Alors sont décrites ses relations avec Gilberte, Odette de Crécy et Charles Swann. Ce dernier le prend en amitié, est très agréable avec lui, tout comme sa femme qui lui demandera de venir la voir personnellement même s'il n'a plus envie de rencontrer Gilberte, qu'il aime toujours, mais dont le sentiment à son égard -tout comme leur relation- va se désagréger peu à peu jusqu'au jour où il partira pour le pays qui l'attire tant : Balbec.</p> <p>Seconde partie <br/>Noms de pays : Le pays</p> <p>Arrivé dans la contrée dont il a tant voulu voir les cathédrales, le narrateur s'installe avec sa grand-mère et Françoise dans un hôtel pour un certain temps. Au début, sa vie est très solitaire, ne connaissant personne, il ne parle quasiment à personne hormis sa grand-mère, bien qu'il en ait très envie. Mais, de relations en relations, fréquentant Robert de Saint-Loup et le peintre Elstir entre autres (qui est l'artiste ami des Verdurin dont il est question dans Un amour de Swann : M. Biche), il finit par réussir à se lier d'amitié avec les jeunes filles qu'il observait depuis longtemps : Albertine, Andrée, Rosemonde... Il tombe amoureux d'Albertine qu'il essaie de rendre jalouse en se rapprochant d'Andrée, mais tous ses efforts seront réduits à néant lors d'une tentative de changement de relation vers la fin de l'ouvrage. </p> |
French |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-lombre-des-jeunes-filles-en-fleur-by-marcel-proust-0905/ |
p première partie br autour de mme swann p p dans cette première partie du roman le narrateur parle de ses relations à combray entre autres celles eues avec m de norpois ou encore avec son idole littéraire bergotte il va également pour la première fois au théâtre où il voit enfin l actrice qu il aime tant la berma interprétant phèdre de racine lit ses déceptions incomprises par les autres vis à vis de sa première vision théâtrale puis il arrive à se faire introduire chez les swann alors sont décrites ses relations avec gilberte odette de crécy et charles swann ce dernier le prend en amitié est très agréable avec lui tout comme sa femme qui lui demandera de venir la voir personnellement même s il n a plus envie de rencontrer gilberte qu il aime toujours mais dont le sentiment à son égard tout comme leur relation va se désagréger peu à peu jusqu au jour où il partira pour le pays qui l attire tant balbec p p seconde partie br noms de pays le pays p p arrivé dans la contrée dont il tant voulu voir les cathédrales le narrateur s installe avec sa grand mère et françoise dans un hôtel pour un certain temps au début sa vie est très solitaire ne connaissant personne il ne parle quasiment à personne hormis sa grand mère bien qu il en ait très envie mais de relations en relations fréquentant robert de saint loup et le peintre elstir entre autres qui est l artiste ami des verdurin dont il est question dans un amour de swann m biche il finit par réussir à se lier d amitié avec les jeunes filles qu il observait depuis longtemps albertine andrée rosemonde il tombe amoureux d albertine qu il essaie de rendre jalouse en se rapprochant d andrée mais tous ses efforts seront réduits à néant lors d une tentative de changement de relation vers la fin de l ouvrage p |
| 2503 |
2481 |
2831 |
Evening Star |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 29 recordings of <em>Evening Star</em> by Edgar Allan Poe. This was the weekly poetry project in honor of Poe's 200th birthday, January 19th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/evening-star-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 29 recordings em evening star em edgar allan poe weekly poetry project honor poe s 200th birthday january 19th 2009 p |
| 2504 |
2482 |
2832 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume 2 |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Monday, January 19, 2009 marked Edgar Allan Poe's 200th birthday. Though these tales need no introduction, the rationale for starting with volume two is threefold: many of the best-loved (and best) tales are included, the vast majority run from 15 to 30 minutes, and the other volumes can then be recorded without repetition, if there is interest in doing so. (Summary by M.L. Cohen)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-2-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p monday january 19 2009 marked edgar allan poe s 200th birthday though tales need introduction rationale starting volume two threefold many best loved and best tales included vast majority run 15 30 minutes volumes recorded without repetition interest so summary m l cohen p |
| 2505 |
2483 |
2833 |
Jewel of Seven Stars |
Bram Stoker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Jewel of Seven Stars (also published under the name: The Jewel of the Seven Stars) is a horror novel by Bram Stoker first published in 1903. The story is about an archaeologist's plot to revive Queen Tera, an ancient Egyptian mummy. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-jewel-of-seven-stars-by-bram-stoker/ |
jewel seven stars also published name jewel seven stars horror novel bram stoker first published 1903 story archaeologist s plot revive queen tera ancient egyptian mummy summary wikipedia p |
| 2506 |
2484 |
2834 |
Lair of the White Worm (Version 2) |
Bram Stoker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Lair of the White Worm (also known as The Garden of Evil) is a horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker, who also wrote Dracula. It is partly based on the legend of the Lambton Worm. The book was published in 1911, the year before Stoker's death, with color illustrations by Pamela Colman Smith. In 1988, it was adapted into a film by Ken Russell. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-lair-of-the-white-worm-version-2-by-bram-stoker/ |
lair white worm also known garden evil horror novel irish author bram stoker also wrote dracula partly based legend lambton worm book published 1911 year stoker s death color illustrations pamela colman smith 1988 adapted film ken russell summary wikipedia p |
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2513 |
2863 |
I Will Repay |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
This is a sequel novel to the Scarlet Pimpernel. The second Pimpernel book written by Orczy, it comes (chronologically) third in the series and should be read after Sir Percy Leads the Band and before The Elusive Pimpernel.(Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/i-will-repay-by-baroness-orczy/ |
sequel novel scarlet pimpernel second pimpernel book written orczy comes chronologically third series read sir percy leads band elusive pimpernel summary wikipedia p |
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2486 |
2836 |
Edge of the Knife |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
The Terro-Human Future History is Piper's detailed account of the next 6000 years of human history. 1942, the year the first fission reactor was constructed, is defined as the year 1 A.E. (Atomic Era). In 1973, a nuclear war devastates the planet, eventually laying the groundwork for the emergence of a Terran Federation, once humanity goes into space and develops antigravity technology.\n\nThe story "The Edge of the Knife" (collected in Empire) occurs slightly before the war, and involves a man who sees flashes of the future. It links many key elements of Piper's series. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/the-edge-of-the-knife-by-h-beam-piper/ |
terro human future history piper s detailed account next 6000 years human history 1942 year first fission reactor constructed defined year 1 a e atomic era 1973 nuclear war devastates planet eventually laying groundwork emergence terran federation humanity goes space develops antigravity technology story the edge knife collected empire occurs slightly war involves man sees flashes future links many key elements piper s series summary wikipedia p |
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2487 |
2837 |
Eye of Osiris |
R. Austin Freeman |
Detective Fiction |
<i>The Eye of Osiris</i> is an early example from the Dr. Thorndyke series of detective stories written by R. Austin Freeman. In these stories, the author drew on his extensive medical and scientific knowledge for his main character, a medico-legal expert who relies on forensic evidence and logical deduction in solving cases. In this case, Thorndyke steps in to investigate the disappearance of one John Bellingham, an English gentleman and amateur Egyptologist, who has vanished under very mysterious circumstances. Thorndyke's involvement in the case arises from a both purely professional interest in the unique character of the case, as well as from the fact that a young doctor and former student of his has recently become closely acquainted with the missing man's brother and niece. (summary by J.M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-eye-of-osiris-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
i the eye osiris i early example dr thorndyke series detective stories written r austin freeman stories author drew extensive medical scientific knowledge main character medico legal expert relies forensic evidence logical deduction solving cases case thorndyke steps investigate disappearance one john bellingham english gentleman amateur egyptologist vanished mysterious circumstances thorndyke s involvement case arises purely professional interest unique character case well fact young doctor former student recently become closely acquainted missing man s brother niece summary j m smallheer p |
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2488 |
2838 |
Orjien vapauttaminen Pohjois-Amerikassa |
Alexandra Gripenberg |
*Non-fiction, History |
Tämä lyhyt esitys orjien vapauttamisesta Pohjois-Amerikan Yhdysvalloissa\non kirjoitettu siinä toivossa, että se voisi olla lukemisena\nvarttuneemmalle nuorisolle sekä kansanopiston oppilaille heidän\nharjoittaessaan historian opintoja. Jos se, niin puutteellinen kuin se\nonkin, voisi jossakin määrin herättää myötätuntoisuutta niinhyvin yhtä\nmaailmanhistorian merkillisimpää tapahtumaa kuin niitä aatteita kohtaan,\njotka siitä saivat eloa, olisi tarkoitus täytetty.\n(Summary byAlexandra Gripenberg)</p> |
Finnish |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/orjien-vapauttaminen-pohjois-amerikassa-by-alexandra-gripenberg/ |
tämä lyhyt esitys orjien vapauttamisesta pohjois amerikan yhdysvalloissa kirjoitettu siinä toivossa että se voisi olla lukemisena varttuneemmalle nuorisolle sekä kansanopiston oppilaille heidän harjoittaessaan historian opintoja jos se niin puutteellinen kuin se onkin voisi jossakin määrin herättää myötätuntoisuutta niinhyvin yhtä maailmanhistorian merkillisimpää tapahtumaa kuin niitä aatteita kohtaan jotka siitä saivat eloa olisi tarkoitus täytetty summary byalexandra gripenberg p |
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2489 |
2839 |
Contes du Magasin des enfants |
Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont est considérée comme le premier écrivain à avoir volontairement adopté un style simple réellement adapté aux jeunes lecteurs. Bien qu’elle exprime sa méfiance envers les contes qu’elle considère « pernicieux pour les enfants », c’est surtout par ce genre qu’elle est encore lue.</p>\n\nC’est dans Le Magasin des enfants, publié en 1757, que figure un conte, abrégé de la première version écrite par une autre romancière, Gabrielle-Suzanne de Villeneuve, qui lui apportera la renommée : La Belle et la Bête.</p> |
French |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/contes-du-magasin-des-enfants-by-jeanne-marie-leprince-de-beaumont-1002/ |
jeanne marie leprince de beaumont est considérée comme le premier écrivain à avoir volontairement adopté un style simple réellement adapté aux jeunes lecteurs bien qu elle exprime sa méfiance envers les contes qu elle considère pernicieux pour les enfants c est surtout par ce genre qu elle est encore lue p c est dans le magasin des enfants publié en 1757 que figure un conte abrégé de la première version écrite par une autre romancière gabrielle suzanne de villeneuve qui lui apportera la renommée la belle et la bête p |
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2490 |
2840 |
Cossacks |
Leo Tolstoy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The Cossacks (1863) is an unfinished novel which describes the Cossack life and people through a story of Dmitri Olenin, a Russian aristocrat in love with a Cossack girl. This text was acclaimed by Ivan Bunin as one of the finest in the language.<BR><BR>Additional proof-listening was done by mim@can & katzes.</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-cossacks-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
cossacks 1863 unfinished novel describes cossack life people story dmitri olenin russian aristocrat love cossack girl text acclaimed ivan bunin one finest language br br additional proof listening done mim can katzes p |
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2491 |
2841 |
House on the Borderland |
William Hope Hodgson |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>In 1877, two gentlemen, Messrs Tonnison and Berreggnog, head into Ireland to spend a week fishing in the village of Kraighten. While there, they discover in the ruins of a very curious house a diary of the man who had once owned it. Its torn pages seem to hint at an evil beyond anything that existed on this side of the curtains of impossibility. This is a classic novel that worked to slowly bridge the gap between the British fantastic and supernatural authors of the later 19th century and modern horror fiction. Classic American horror writer H. P. Lovecraft lists this and other works by Hodgson among his greatest influences. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-on-the-borderland-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
p in 1877 two gentlemen messrs tonnison berreggnog head ireland spend week fishing village kraighten there discover ruins curious house diary man owned it torn pages seem hint evil beyond anything existed side curtains impossibility classic novel worked slowly bridge gap british fantastic supernatural authors later 19th century modern horror fiction classic american horror writer h p lovecraft lists works hodgson among greatest influences summary wikipedia p |
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2536 |
2888 |
Selected Works: Poems |
Voltairine de Cleyre |
Poetry |
<p>Voltairine de Cleyre (November 17, 1866 – June 20, 1912)was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems, letters, sketches, stories and speeches. These are her selected poems. (Summary by enko)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/selected-works-poems-by-voltairine-de-cleyre/ |
p voltairine de cleyre november 17 1866 june 20 1912 was american anarchist skilled many subjects wrote essays poems letters sketches stories speeches selected poems summary enko p |
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2492 |
2842 |
Mary Queen of Scots |
Jacob Abbott |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to Mary Queen of Scots. (Summary from the preface of the book) </p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/mary-queen-of-scots-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated mary queen scots summary preface book p |
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2493 |
2843 |
Supreme Personality |
Delmer Eugene Croft |
Psychology |
<p>Life is self-realization. Every birth is divine. We are born anew every morning. My wish is that you may catch the gleam, be freed from limitations and enter upon your boundless possibilities. To bring you into the throne-room of your being, that you may awaken in self-realization, is why I have prepared this course of lessons. Should you give five minutes a day to them, in a year you will know the joy there is in Life, in Power, and in Service. (from the text)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/supreme-personality-by-delmer-eugene-croft/ |
p life self realization every birth divine born anew every morning wish may catch gleam freed limitations enter upon boundless possibilities bring throne room being may awaken self realization prepared course lessons give five minutes day them year know joy life power service from text p |
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2494 |
2844 |
Wise and Otherwise |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Immature Mr. Tresevant (from "The King's Daughter") comes to Newton with his spoiled wife to be the new pastor of the church attended by Dr. and Mrs. Douglass, Mr. and Mrs. Sayles, and Mr. and Mrs. Tyndall (from "Ester Ried" and "Julia Ried"), boarding with Jerome and Abbie Sayles. Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name "Pansy." Fourth in the Ester Ried series. (Summary written by TriciaG.)<br><br>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-kings-daughter-by-isabella-alden/">The King's Daughter</a><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ester-rieds-namesake-by-isabella-alden/">Ester Ried's Namesake</a><br><br> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/wise-and-otherwise-by-isabella-alden/ |
immature mr tresevant from the king s daughter comes newton spoiled wife new pastor church attended dr mrs douglass mr mrs sayles mr mrs tyndall from ester ried julia ried boarding jerome abbie sayles authored isabella m alden pen name pansy fourth ester ried series summary written triciag br br previous book series a href http librivox org the kings daughter by isabella alden the king s daughter a br next book series a href http librivox org ester rieds namesake by isabella alden ester ried s namesake a br br |
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2495 |
2845 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 011 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-011/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
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2496 |
2846 |
Zuleika Dobson |
Max Beerbohm |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
A wickedly funny 1911 satire on undergraduate life in Edwardian Oxford' in which the entire student body of Oxford university including the young, handsome aristocrat the Duke of Dorset falls hopelessly in love with Zuleika who is visiting her grandfather, the warden of Judas college, and ultimately commit mass suicide at the end of 'Eights Week' (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/zuleika-dobson-by-max-beerbohm/ |
wickedly funny 1911 satire undergraduate life edwardian oxford entire student body oxford university including young handsome aristocrat duke dorset falls hopelessly love zuleika visiting grandfather warden judas college ultimately commit mass suicide end eights week summary andy minter p |
| 2520 |
2497 |
2847 |
L'Assommoir |
Émile Zola |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />Émile François Zola (French pronunciation: [emil zɔˈla]) (2 April 1840 – 29 September 1902) was an influential French writer, the most important exemplar of the literary school of naturalism. More than half of Zola’s novels were part of a set of twenty novels about a family under the Second Empire collectively known as Les Rougon-Macquart.<br /><br />L’Assommoir (1877) is the seventh novel in the series. Usually considered one of Zola’s masterpieces, the novel—a harsh and uncompromising study of alcoholism and poverty in the working-class districts of Paris—was a huge commercial success and established Zola’s fame and reputation throughout France and the world. (Summary edited from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/lassommoir-by-emile-zola/ |
br émile françois zola french pronunciation emil zɔˈla 2 april 1840 29 september 1902 influential french writer important exemplar literary school naturalism half zola s novels part set twenty novels family second empire collectively known les rougon macquart br br l assommoir 1877 seventh novel series usually considered one zola s masterpieces novel a harsh uncompromising study alcoholism poverty working class districts paris was huge commercial success established zola s fame reputation throughout france world summary edited wikipedia br br |
| 2521 |
2498 |
2848 |
Five Little Peppers Midway |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction, Family |
<p>Five Little Peppers Midway is the joyous continuation of the Pepper family's story. A snooty cousin comes to stay with the Peppers, and yet even this can't dampen the joy the Pepper children feel about the wonderful prospect of Mamsie's upcoming wedding! (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-midway-by-margaret-sidney/ |
p five little peppers midway joyous continuation pepper family s story snooty cousin comes stay peppers yet even can t dampen joy pepper children feel wonderful prospect mamsie s upcoming wedding summary mary anderson p |
| 2522 |
2499 |
2849 |
Discovery of New Worlds |
M. B. Synge |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
This is the second volume in the series, <i>The Story of the World</i>, which covers the period of history from the rise of Rome to the Conquest of Peru. Along the way, passing through the Dark Ages, going on the Crusades, and exploring the unknown world with the brave men who had the courage to travel unknown seas. Also featured is the destruction of Pompeii and the invention of the Printing Press, along with many other interesting happenings of history during this time period. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-discovery-of-new-worlds-by-m-b-synge/ |
second volume series i the story world i covers period history rise rome conquest peru along way passing dark ages going crusades exploring unknown world brave men courage travel unknown seas also featured destruction pompeii invention printing press along many interesting happenings history time period summary laura caldwell p |
| 2523 |
2500 |
2850 |
Autobiography |
John Stuart Mill |
Biography & Autobiography |
John Stuart Mill (20 May 1806 – 8 May 1873), British philosopher, political economist, civil servant and Member of Parliament, was an influential liberal thinker of the 19th century. He was an exponent of utilitarianism, an ethical theory developed by Jeremy Bentham, although his conception of it was very different from Bentham's. He was a forceful proponent in the fight for government intervention in social reform.\n(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
john stuart mill 20 may 1806 8 may 1873 british philosopher political economist civil servant member parliament influential liberal thinker 19th century exponent utilitarianism ethical theory developed jeremy bentham although conception different bentham s forceful proponent fight government intervention social reform summary wikipedia p |
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2501 |
2851 |
Schuss |
Alexander Pushkin |
General Fiction |
<p>Die Geschichte einer spät gesühnten Beleidigung ... (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser)</p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/der-schuss-by-alexander-sergejewitsch-puschkin/ |
p die geschichte einer spät gesühnten beleidigung summary herr klugbeisser p |
| 2525 |
2502 |
2852 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II |
James Boswell |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Boswell's famous work on the life of his admired friend Johnson, the formidable poet, essayist, moralist, literary critic, biographer, editor and lexicographer, is a milestone in the development of biographical writing, a treasure-house of Johnson's witticisms and opinions, and a window on his social circle that is packed with incidental detail of 18th-century life and concerns.<br /><br />This second of four volumes covers the years 1764-1776. (Summary by Philippa)</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-2-by-james-boswell/ |
p boswell s famous work life admired friend johnson formidable poet essayist moralist literary critic biographer editor lexicographer milestone development biographical writing treasure house johnson s witticisms opinions window social circle packed incidental detail 18th century life concerns br br this second four volumes covers years 1764 1776 summary philippa p |
| 2526 |
2503 |
2853 |
Brieven van den nutteloozen toeschouwer |
Louis Couperus |
Essays |
<p>Deze serie columns in de vorm van brieven schreef Couperus voor het dagblad Het Vaderland, vanuit Munchen en later vanuit Florence. Ze verschenen voor het eerst in druk in Het Vaderland van oktober tot december 1914.<BR><BR>Vanaf 1912 bracht Louis Couperus de zomers door in een pension aan de Wittelsbacherplatz in Munchen. Daar was hij dan ook toen op 1 augustus 1914 Duitsland de oorlog verklaarde aan Rusland. In deze 'brieven' beschrijft hij zijn reactie op dit nieuws en het nieuws van de eerste dagen en weken van de Eerste Wereldoorlog. <BR>\nIn het begin spreekt er uit de tekst bijna een fascinatie voor de oorlog. Voor het schrijven van zijn historische romans had Couperus zich vaak verdiept in de geschiedenis - nu krijgt hij het gevoel zelf deel uit te maken van de geschiedenis. Hij verslindt alle kranten die hij te pakken kan krijgen, leest alle openbare telegrammen met oorlogsnieuws en houdt de ontwikkelingen bij met vlaggetjes op een oorlogskaart. "Ik wil mijn eigen tijd kennen".<BR>\nMaar al snel komt de twijfel, het besef dat hij nooit een objectieve beschrijving, nooit de hele waarheid, te weten zal komen van de gebeurtenissen om hem heen. Zijn leven en denken raakt verlamd, hij komt nergens meer toe. Uiteindelijk probeert hij "de Wereldbrand" de rug toe te draaien.<BR><BR>Geen online tekst beschikbaar (laatste check: juli 2013).<BR><BR>\n\nEnglish: A series of newspaper columns in Dutch, written by well-known Dutch author Louis Couperus in 1914, during the first weeks of World War I. He describes his reflections on the current events.</P> |
Dutch |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/brieven-van-den-nutteloozen-toeschouwer-door-louis-couperus/ |
p deze serie columns de vorm van brieven schreef couperus voor het dagblad het vaderland vanuit munchen en later vanuit florence ze verschenen voor het eerst druk het vaderland van oktober tot december 1914 br br vanaf 1912 bracht louis couperus de zomers door een pension aan de wittelsbacherplatz munchen daar hij dan ook toen op 1 augustus 1914 duitsland de oorlog verklaarde aan rusland deze brieven beschrijft hij zijn reactie op dit nieuws en het nieuws van de eerste dagen en weken van de eerste wereldoorlog br het begin spreekt er uit de tekst bijna een fascinatie voor de oorlog voor het schrijven van zijn historische romans couperus zich vaak verdiept de geschiedenis nu krijgt hij het gevoel zelf deel uit te maken van de geschiedenis hij verslindt alle kranten die hij te pakken kan krijgen leest alle openbare telegrammen met oorlogsnieuws en houdt de ontwikkelingen bij met vlaggetjes op een oorlogskaart ik wil mijn eigen tijd kennen br maar al snel komt de twijfel het besef dat hij nooit een objectieve beschrijving nooit de hele waarheid te weten zal komen van de gebeurtenissen om hem heen zijn leven en denken raakt verlamd hij komt nergens meer toe uiteindelijk probeert hij de wereldbrand de rug toe te draaien br br geen online tekst beschikbaar laatste check juli 2013 br br english series newspaper columns dutch written well known dutch author louis couperus 1914 first weeks world war i describes reflections current events p |
| 2527 |
2504 |
2854 |
Small Boy and Others |
Henry James |
Biography & Autobiography |
<i>A Small Boy and Others</i> is a book of autobiography by Henry James published in 1913. The book covers James's earliest years and discusses his intellectually active family, his intermittent schooling, and his first trips to Europe. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-small-boy-and-others-by-henry-james/ |
i a small boy others i book autobiography henry james published 1913 book covers james s earliest years discusses intellectually active family intermittent schooling first trips europe summary wikipedia p |
| 2528 |
2505 |
2855 |
Land God Forgot |
Robert W. Service |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>The Land God Forgot</em> by Robert Service. This was the weekly poetry project for January 25th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-land-god-forgot-by-robert-service/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em the land god forgot em robert service weekly poetry project january 25th 2009 p |
| 2529 |
2506 |
2856 |
Auld Lang Syne |
Robert Burns |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Auld Lang Syne by Robert Burns. This was the weekly poetry project in honor of Gung Haggis Fat Choy, a cultural event originating from Vancouver, Canada, celebrating the timely coincidence of Robert Burns Day with the Chinese New Year. January 25th, 2009 marked the convergence of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns and Chinese New Year's Eve. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/auld-lang-syne-by-robert-burns/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings auld lang syne robert burns weekly poetry project honor gung haggis fat choy cultural event originating vancouver canada celebrating timely coincidence robert burns day chinese new year january 25th 2009 marked convergence 250th anniversary birth robert burns chinese new year s eve summary adapted wikipedia p |
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2595 |
2951 |
Tale of Major Monkey |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey was the author of more than forty children's books.\nMr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. (Summary Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-major-monkey-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey author forty children s books mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers summary wikipedia p |
| 2531 |
2507 |
2857 |
Moralnosc pani Dulskiej |
Gabriela Zapolska |
Plays |
<p>This recording is in Polish.<br /><br />Moralność pani Dulskiej – dramat naturalistyczny z 1906 r., jedno z najważniejszych dzieł Gabrieli Zapolskiej. Pełna nazwa utworu to: Moralność pani Dulskiej – tragifarsa kołtuńska. Moralność pani Dulskiej powstała w ciągu kilkunastu dni na przełomie października i listopada 1906 roku. Premiera odbyła się w grudniu, w Teatrze Miejskim w Krakowie. (Wikipedia)</p> |
Polish |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/moralnosc-pani-dulskiej-by-gabriela-zapolska/ |
p this recording polish br br moralność pani dulskiej dramat naturalistyczny z 1906 r jedno z najważniejszych dzieł gabrieli zapolskiej pełna nazwa utworu to moralność pani dulskiej tragifarsa kołtuńska moralność pani dulskiej powstała w ciągu kilkunastu dni na przełomie października listopada 1906 roku premiera odbyła się w grudniu w teatrze miejskim w krakowie wikipedia p |
| 2532 |
2508 |
2858 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 002 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the smell of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-002/ |
collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine smell human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
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2509 |
2859 |
Bible (WNT) NT 04: John |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
<p>Richard Francis Weymouth was born 1822 a short distance from Plymouth Dock, now called Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, England. Weymouth, a scholar and layman of the English Baptist denomination, edited The Resultant Greek Text, after which he based The New Testament in Modern Speech. His New Testament was published posthumously in 1903. Dr. Weymouth passed away December 27, 1902. (Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/john-from-weymouth-new-testament/ |
p richard francis weymouth born 1822 short distance plymouth dock called devonport near plymouth devonshire england weymouth scholar layman english baptist denomination edited resultant greek text based new testament modern speech new testament published posthumously 1903 dr weymouth passed away december 27 1902 summary mark penfold p |
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2510 |
2860 |
Mary Louise |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Bluebird Books is a series of novels popular with teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s. The series was begun by L. Frank Baum using his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym,then continued by at least three others, all using the same pseudonym. Baum wrote the first four books in the series, possibly with help from his son, Harry Neal Baum, on the third.<br /><br />The books are concerned with adolescent girl detectives— a concept Baum had experimented with earlier, in The Daring Twins (1911) and Phoebe Daring (1912). The Bluebird series began with Mary Louise, originally written as a tribute to Baum's favorite sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. Baum's publisher, Reilly & Britton, rejected that manuscript, apparently judging the heroine too independent. Baum wrote a new version of the book; the original manuscript is lost.<br /><br />The title character is Mary Louise Burrows. In the first books of the series, she is a fifteen-year-old girl with unusual maturity (though the other girls in her boarding school find her somewhat priggish). She is suddenly confronted with the fact that her beloved grandfather is suspected of no less a crime than treason against the United States. With the help of old and new friends of Mary Louise … the truth is uncovered. The novel features a federal agent named John O'Gorman; he is assisted by his daughter Josie, a young woman he has himself trained to function as an investigator. (The Josie O'Gorman character, despite preceding Nancy Drew by more than a decade, is much less traditionally feminine.) (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mary-louise-by-l-frank-baum/ |
bluebird books series novels popular teenage girls 1910s 1920s series begun l frank baum using edith van dyne pseudonym then continued least three others using pseudonym baum wrote first four books series possibly help son harry neal baum third br br the books concerned adolescent girl detectives concept baum experimented earlier daring twins 1911 phoebe daring 1912 bluebird series began mary louise originally written tribute baum s favorite sister mary louise baum brewster baum s publisher reilly britton rejected manuscript apparently judging heroine independent baum wrote new version book original manuscript lost br br the title character mary louise burrows first books series fifteen year old girl unusual maturity though girls boarding school find somewhat priggish suddenly confronted fact beloved grandfather suspected less crime treason united states help old new friends mary louise truth uncovered novel features federal agent named john o gorman assisted daughter josie young woman trained function investigator the josie o gorman character despite preceding nancy drew decade much less traditionally feminine summary wikipedia p |
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2511 |
2861 |
Master Mystery |
John W. Grey |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>While Harry Houdini didn't rise to fame as a screen actor, silent film makers of the day sought to capitalize on his fame. The Master Mystery was Houdini's first such attempt, and it was embraced by the viewing public, leading to other screen roles following.\r\n\r\nThe hero (or superhero) is Quentin Locke, scientist, agent of the U.S. Justice Department, and not surprisingly, an escape artist extraordinaire.\r\n\r\n<i>The Master Mystery</i> follows agent Locke through many pitfalls, in true serial fashion, as he is tasked with uncovering a band of thugs and a peculiar metal robot (reportedly the first robot in film) with a brain, called an automaton, which has been robbing potential inventors of their patent rights.\r\n\r\nAll in good fun by today's standards, we find our hero escaping a straightjacket, a diver's suit, and an electric chair to name but a few, and of course winning the hand of the daughter of one of the industrialists along the way. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-mystery-by-arthur-b-reeve-and-john-w-grey/ |
p while harry houdini rise fame screen actor silent film makers day sought capitalize fame master mystery houdini s first attempt embraced viewing public leading screen roles following hero or superhero quentin locke scientist agent u s justice department surprisingly escape artist extraordinaire i the master mystery i follows agent locke many pitfalls true serial fashion tasked uncovering band thugs peculiar metal robot reportedly first robot film brain called automaton robbing potential inventors patent rights good fun today s standards find hero escaping straightjacket diver s suit electric chair name few course winning hand daughter one industrialists along way summary roger melin p |
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2512 |
2862 |
Life of Apollonius of Tyana |
Flavius Philostratus |
Biography & Autobiography, Ancient, Other religions |
Apollonius of Tyana (ca. 40-120 AD) was a Greek Pythagorean philosopher and teacher. He hailed from the town of Tyana in the Roman province of Cappadocia in Asia Minor. His date of birth is a matter of conjecture as some say he was roughly a contemporary of Jesus.<br/><br/>\n\nAfter Apollonius' death his name remained famous among philosophers and occultists. In a "novelistic invention" inserted in the Historia Augusta, Aurelian, at the siege of Tyana in 272, was said to have experienced a visionary dream in which Aurelian claimed to have seen Apollonius speak to him, beseeching him to spare the city of his birth. In part, Aurelian said that Apollonius told him "Aurelian, if you desire to rule, abstain from the blood of the innocent! Aurelian, if you will conquer, be merciful!"<br/><br/>\n\nBy far the most detailed source is the Life of Apollonius of Tyana, a lengthy, novelistic biography written by the sophist Philostratus at the request of empress Julia Domna. Philostratus’ account shaped the image of Apollonius for posterity and still dominates discussions about him in our times. To some extent it is a valuable source because it contains data from older writings which were available to Philostratus but disappeared later on. Many think that it is full of obviously fictitious stories and dialogues. Modern Christian scholars challenge its credibility in many regards. They dismiss most of it as pure invention.<br/><br/>\n\nOne of the essential sources Philostratus claimed to know are the memoirs or diary of Damis, an alleged disciple and companion of Apollonius. Some scholars believe the notebooks of Damis are an invention of Philostratus. In any case it is a literary fake. Philostratus describes Apollonius as a wandering teacher of philosophy and miracle worker who was active in Italy, Spain and Ethiopia and even travelled to Mesopotamia, Arabia and India. In particular, he tells lengthy stories of Apollonius entering the city of Rome in disregard of emperor Nero’s ban on philosophers, and later on being summoned, as a defendant to the court of emperor Domitian where he defied the emperor in blunt terms.<br/><br/>\n\nApollonius may have never left the Greek East. Many contend that he never came to Western Europe and was virtually unknown there till the third century AD when empress Julia Domna, who was herself an Easterner, decided to popularize him and his teachings in Rome. For that purpose she commissioned Philostratus to write the biography, where Apollonius is exalted as a fearless sage with supernatural powers, even greater than Pythagoras. Philostratus implies that upon his death, Apollonius of Tyana underwent heavenly assumption. Subsequently Apollonius was worshipped by Julia’s son emperor Caracalla and possibly also by her grand-nephew emperor Severus Alexander.<br/><br/>\n\nTwo biographical sources earlier than Philostratus are lost: a book by emperor Hadrian’s secretary Maximus of Aegae describing Apollonius’ activities in the city of Aegae in Cilicia, and a biography by a certain Moiragenes. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)<br/><br/> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-apollonius-of-tyana-by-flavius-philostratus/ |
apollonius tyana ca 40 120 ad greek pythagorean philosopher teacher hailed town tyana roman province cappadocia asia minor date birth matter conjecture say roughly contemporary jesus br br apollonius death name remained famous among philosophers occultists novelistic invention inserted historia augusta aurelian siege tyana 272 said experienced visionary dream aurelian claimed seen apollonius speak him beseeching spare city birth part aurelian said apollonius told aurelian desire rule abstain blood innocent aurelian conquer merciful br br far detailed source life apollonius tyana lengthy novelistic biography written sophist philostratus request empress julia domna philostratus account shaped image apollonius posterity still dominates discussions times extent valuable source contains data older writings available philostratus disappeared later on many think full obviously fictitious stories dialogues modern christian scholars challenge credibility many regards dismiss pure invention br br one essential sources philostratus claimed know memoirs diary damis alleged disciple companion apollonius scholars believe notebooks damis invention philostratus case literary fake philostratus describes apollonius wandering teacher philosophy miracle worker active italy spain ethiopia even travelled mesopotamia arabia india particular tells lengthy stories apollonius entering city rome disregard emperor nero s ban philosophers later summoned defendant court emperor domitian defied emperor blunt terms br br apollonius may never left greek east many contend never came western europe virtually unknown till third century ad empress julia domna easterner decided popularize teachings rome purpose commissioned philostratus write biography apollonius exalted fearless sage supernatural powers even greater pythagoras philostratus implies upon death apollonius tyana underwent heavenly assumption subsequently apollonius worshipped julia s son emperor caracalla possibly also grand nephew emperor severus alexander br br two biographical sources earlier philostratus lost book emperor hadrian s secretary maximus aegae describing apollonius activities city aegae cilicia biography certain moiragenes summary adapted wikipedia karen merline br br |
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2514 |
2864 |
New Organon Or True Directions Concerning The Interpretation of Nature |
Francis Bacon |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Novum Organum is a philosophical work by Francis Bacon published in 1620. The title translates as "new instrument". This is a reference to Aristotle's work Organon, which was his treatise on logic and syllogism. In Novum Organum, Bacon details a new system of logic he believes to be superior to the old ways of syllogism. For Bacon, finding the essence of a thing was a simple process of reduction, and the use of inductive reasoning . . . This work was critical in the historical development of the scientific method. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-organon-by-francis-bacon/ |
novum organum philosophical work francis bacon published 1620 title translates new instrument reference aristotle s work organon treatise logic syllogism novum organum bacon details new system logic believes superior old ways syllogism bacon finding essence thing simple process reduction use inductive reasoning work critical historical development scientific method summary wikipedia p |
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2515 |
2865 |
Magic World |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />Talking cats, birds, fish and bells, wicked fairies, uglified princesses - adventure, magic, and more magic. A delightful collection of stories for children of all ages. <br /><br /><em>The Magic World</em> is an influential collection of twelve short stories by E. Nesbit. It was first published in book form in 1912 by Macmillan and Co. Ltd., with illustrations by H. R. Millar and Gerald Spencer Pryse. The stories, previously printed in magazines (like Blackie's Children's Annual), are typical of Nesbit's arch, ironic, clever fantasies for children. (Summary by Wikipedia and Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-world-by-e-nesbit/ |
br talking cats birds fish bells wicked fairies uglified princesses adventure magic magic delightful collection stories children ages br br em the magic world em influential collection twelve short stories e nesbit first published book form 1912 macmillan co ltd illustrations h r millar gerald spencer pryse stories previously printed magazines like blackie s children s annual typical nesbit s arch ironic clever fantasies children summary wikipedia ruth golding br br |
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2516 |
2866 |
Menschen im Krieg |
Andreas Latzko |
War & Military Fiction |
6 Novellen über den Krieg. 6 tragische Menschenschicksale. 6 Geschichten über die Auswirkungen des 1. Weltkrieges. Geschichten über Angst, Schuldgefühle, Trauma, Wut ... Sie zeigen die Sinnlosigkeit des Krieges und schildern anschaulich - teils sehr graphisch - die Zustände an der Front und zu Hause und die inneren Beweggründe der Protagonisten. Der Autor richtet gekonnt und ergreifend den Krieg, aber nicht den Menschen - selbst die vermeintlichen Antagonisten sind einfach nur Menschen mit tragischem Schicksal. (Zusammenfassung von Julia Niedermaier)<p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/menschen-im-krieg-by-andreas-latzko/ |
6 novellen über den krieg 6 tragische menschenschicksale 6 geschichten über die auswirkungen des 1 weltkrieges geschichten über angst schuldgefühle trauma wut sie zeigen die sinnlosigkeit des krieges und schildern anschaulich teils sehr graphisch die zustände der front und zu hause und die inneren beweggründe der protagonisten der autor richtet gekonnt und ergreifend den krieg aber nicht den menschen selbst die vermeintlichen antagonisten sind einfach nur menschen mit tragischem schicksal zusammenfassung von julia niedermaier p |
| 2540 |
2517 |
2867 |
Farthest North, Volume I |
Fridtjof Nansen |
Exploration |
Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the Ship "Fram", 1893-96 and of a Fifteen Months' Sleigh Journey by Dr. Nansen and Lieut. Johansen / by Fridtjof Nansen ; with an Appendix by Otto Sverdrup (Summary by Fridtjof Nansen)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/farthest-north-volume-1-by-fridtjof-nansen/ |
record voyage exploration ship fram 1893 96 fifteen months sleigh journey dr nansen lieut johansen fridtjof nansen appendix otto sverdrup summary fridtjof nansen p |
| 2541 |
2518 |
2869 |
Shepherd of the Hills |
Harold Bell Wright |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
The story depicts the lives of mountain people living in the Ozarks and the mystery surrounding an old man called 'The Shepherd of the Hills,' who's called Dad Howitt. The backdrop storyline surrounds the pretty Samantha Lane, called Sammy, and her love of Young Matt, Grant Matthews. The shepherd, an elderly, mysterious, learned man, escapes the buzzing restlessness of the city to live in the backwoods neighborhood of Mutton Hollow in the Ozark hills. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-shepherd-of-the-hills-by-harold-bell-wright/ |
story depicts lives mountain people living ozarks mystery surrounding old man called the shepherd hills who s called dad howitt backdrop storyline surrounds pretty samantha lane called sammy love young matt grant matthews shepherd elderly mysterious learned man escapes buzzing restlessness city live backwoods neighborhood mutton hollow ozark hills summary wikipedia p |
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2519 |
2870 |
Psalms and Odes of Solomon |
Unknown |
Poetry, Religion |
<p>One of the Pseudepigrapha, the Psalms of Solomon is a group of eighteen psalms (religious songs or poems) that are not part of any scriptural canon (they are, however, found in copies of the Peshitta). The Psalms of Solomon were referenced in Early Christian writings, but lost to modern scholars until a Greek manuscript was rediscovered in the 17th century. Politically, the Psalms of Solomon are anti-Maccabee, and some psalms in the collection show a clear awareness of the Roman conquest of Jerusalem under Pompey in 63 BCE, metaphorically treating him as a dragon who had been sent by God to punish the Maccabees.<br /><br />The Odes of Solomon is a collection of 42 odes attributed to Solomon. Various scholars have dated the composition of these religious poems to anywhere in the range of the first three centuries AD. The original language of the Odes is thought to have been either Greek or Syriac, and to be generally Christian in background. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-and-odes-of-solomon/ |
p one pseudepigrapha psalms solomon group eighteen psalms religious songs poems part scriptural canon they are however found copies peshitta psalms solomon referenced early christian writings lost modern scholars greek manuscript rediscovered 17th century politically psalms solomon anti maccabee psalms collection show clear awareness roman conquest jerusalem pompey 63 bce metaphorically treating dragon sent god punish maccabees br br the odes solomon collection 42 odes attributed solomon various scholars dated composition religious poems anywhere range first three centuries ad original language odes thought either greek syriac generally christian background summary wikipedia p |
| 2543 |
2596 |
2952 |
Bibel (LB 1912) NT 01: Das Evangelium nach Matthäus |
Lutherbibel |
Bibles |
<p>Das Evangelium nach Matthäus ist das erste Buch des Neuen Testaments und eines der vier kanonischen Evangelien. Es enthält einen Bericht über das Leben und die Lehren Jesu von Nazareth. </p><p>The Gospel of Matthew is the first book of the New Testament and one of the four canonical gospels. It narrates the life and the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.</p> <p>(Summary by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/bible-lu1912-nt-01-matthaeus-0903/ |
p das evangelium nach matthäus ist das erste buch des neuen testaments und eines der vier kanonischen evangelien es enthält einen bericht über das leben und die lehren jesu von nazareth p p the gospel matthew first book new testament one four canonical gospels narrates life teachings jesus nazareth p p summary al kadi p |
| 2544 |
2520 |
2871 |
Tramp Abroad |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A Tramp Abroad is a work of non-fiction travel literature by American author Mark Twain, published in 1880. The book details a journey by the author, with his friend Harris (a character created for the book, and based on his closest friend, Joseph Twichell), through central and southern Europe. While the stated goal of the journey is to walk most of the way, the men find themselves using other forms of transport as they traverse the continent. The book is often thought to be an unofficial sequel to an earlier Twain travel book, The Innocents Abroad. <br /><br />As the two men make their way through Germany, the Alps, and Italy, they encounter situations made all the more humorous by their reactions to them. The narrator (Twain) plays the part of the American tourist of the time, believing that he understands all that he sees, but in reality understanding none of it. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/a-tramp-abroad-by-mark-twain/ |
tramp abroad work non fiction travel literature american author mark twain published 1880 book details journey author friend harris a character created book based closest friend joseph twichell central southern europe stated goal journey walk way men find using forms transport traverse continent book often thought unofficial sequel earlier twain travel book innocents abroad br br as two men make way germany alps italy encounter situations made humorous reactions them narrator twain plays part american tourist time believing understands sees reality understanding none it summary wikipedia p |
| 2545 |
2521 |
2872 |
Aquis submersus |
Theodor Storm |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Das rätselhafte Porträt eines toten Knaben und die Aufzeichnungen des Malers Johannes aus dem 17. Jahrhundert führen den Erzähler der Rahmengeschichte auf die Spuren einer unglücklichen Liebe und zur allmählichen Enthüllung des Schicksals des gemalten Kindes.(Summary by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/aquis-submersus-by-theodor-storm/ |
p das rätselhafte porträt eines toten knaben und die aufzeichnungen des malers johannes aus dem 17 jahrhundert führen den erzähler der rahmengeschichte auf die spuren einer unglücklichen liebe und zur allmählichen enthüllung des schicksals des gemalten kindes summary al kadi p |
| 2546 |
2522 |
2873 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 07 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le septième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.</p><p> This is the seventh book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.<br> (Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-07-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-0910/ |
p voici le septième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p seventh book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society br summary ezwa p |
| 2547 |
2523 |
2874 |
Paul the Dauntless |
Basil Joseph Mathews |
*Non-fiction, History , Religion |
“We shall in this book try to go in the footsteps of Paul. It will not be all easy traveling for any of us, to journey with this daring explorer of the Unseen; there is some steep hill-climbing, some scrambling over boulders, long flat tramps over the plain, and dangerous sea-journeys for anyone who will attempt really to follow the life of this man whose eager brain was ever ‘Voyaging on strange seas of thought/Alone!’ But, if you will … trudge by him till you really know him, you will have found for yourself one of the great companions of the world.” (From the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/paul-the-dauntless-by-basil-joseph-mathews/ |
we shall book try go footsteps paul easy traveling us journey daring explorer unseen steep hill climbing scrambling boulders long flat tramps plain dangerous sea journeys anyone attempt really follow life man whose eager brain ever voyaging strange seas thought alone but trudge till really know him found one great companions world from introduction p |
| 2548 |
2524 |
2875 |
Short Poetry Collection 076 |
Various |
Poetry |
<P>This is an open collection of poems for the month of February 2009.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-076/ |
p this open collection poems month february 2009 p |
| 2549 |
2525 |
2876 |
Frivolités |
Jean Brumaire |
Poetry |
<p>Voici un recueil de poèmes paru dans une édition privée en 1892.</p><p> Here is a collection of poems published in a private edition in 1892.</p> <br/>(by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/frivolites-by-jean-brumaire-0902/ |
p voici un recueil de poèmes paru dans une édition privée en 1892 p p collection poems published private edition 1892 p br by ezwa p |
| 2550 |
2526 |
2877 |
Phineas Redux |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction, Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Phineas Finn is the fourth in Trollope's series of six Palliser novels. At the end of Phineas Finn, the second novel in the series, Phineas had returned to Ireland and married his childhood sweetheart after having left the House of Commons. As Phineas Redux opens, Phineas is working as a Poorhouse Inspector in Ireland. His wife having died in childbirth, he finds his existence dull and unsatisfying. Phineas' returns to England; his career advances and his romantic adventures continue, while we encounter many familiar characters including Glencora and Plantagenet Palliser, Madame Goesler, and Lizzie Eustace and her husband the Reverand Mr. AEmelius. (Summary by Karen Merline)<br/><br/>\nWarning! Do not read the Wikipedia article linked to the title of this novel unless you are prepared for a SPOILER!!!<br/><br/>\n\nLibriVox recordings of other novels in the series are available:<br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/can-you-forgive-her-by-anthony-trollope/">1-Can You Forgive Her?</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phinneas-finn-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Phineas Finn, the Irish Member</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-eustace-diamonds-by-anthony-trollope">3-The Eustace Diamonds</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Phineas Redux</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Prime Minister</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-dukes-children-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Duke’s Children</a></p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p phineas finn fourth trollope s series six palliser novels end phineas finn second novel series phineas returned ireland married childhood sweetheart left house commons phineas redux opens phineas working poorhouse inspector ireland wife died childbirth finds existence dull unsatisfying phineas returns england career advances romantic adventures continue encounter many familiar characters including glencora plantagenet palliser madame goesler lizzie eustace husband reverand mr aemelius summary karen merline br br warning read wikipedia article linked title novel unless prepared spoiler br br librivox recordings novels series available br a href http librivox org can you forgive her by anthony trollope 1 can forgive her a br a href http librivox org phinneas finn by anthony trollope 2 phineas finn irish member a br a href http librivox org the eustace diamonds by anthony trollope 3 the eustace diamonds a br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 4 phineas redux a br a href http librivox org the prime minister by anthony trollope 5 the prime minister a br a href http librivox org the dukes children by anthony trollope 6 the duke s children a p |
| 2551 |
2597 |
2953 |
Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (Volume I) |
Tobias Smollett |
Published before 1800 |
The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle is a picaresque novel by the Scottish author Tobias Smollett (1721 – 1771), first published in 1751, and revised and reissued in 1758. It is the story of the fortunes and misfortunes of the egotistical dandy Peregrine Pickle, and it provides a comic and caustic portrayal of 18th century European society. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-peregrine-pickle-vol-01-by-tobias-smollett/ |
adventures peregrine pickle picaresque novel scottish author tobias smollett 1721 1771 first published 1751 revised reissued 1758 story fortunes misfortunes egotistical dandy peregrine pickle provides comic caustic portrayal 18th century european society summary wikipedia |
| 2552 |
2527 |
2878 |
Utopia of Usurers |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“Now I have said again and again (and I shall continue to say again and again on all the most inappropriate occasions) that we must hit Capitalism, and hit it hard, for the plain and definite reason that it is growing stronger. Most of the excuses which serve the capitalists as masks are, of course, the excuses of hypocrites. They lie when they claim philanthropy; they no more feel any particular love of men than Albu felt an affection for Chinamen. They lie when they say they have reached their position through their own organising ability. They generally have to pay men to organise the mine, exactly as they pay men to go down it. They often lie about the present wealth, as they generally lie about their past poverty. But when they say that they are going in for a "constructive social policy," they do not lie. They really are going in for a constructive social policy. And we must go in for an equally destructive social policy; and destroy, while it is still half-constructed, the accursed thing which they construct.” (Summary from Gilbert Keith Chesterton, d. 1936)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/utopia-of-usurers-of-g-k-chesterton/ |
p now said and shall continue say inappropriate occasions must hit capitalism hit hard plain definite reason growing stronger excuses serve capitalists masks are course excuses hypocrites lie claim philanthropy feel particular love men albu felt affection chinamen lie say reached position organising ability generally pay men organise mine exactly pay men go it often lie present wealth generally lie past poverty say going constructive social policy lie really going constructive social policy must go equally destructive social policy destroy still half constructed accursed thing construct summary gilbert keith chesterton d 1936 p |
| 2553 |
2528 |
2879 |
Moon is a Painter |
Vachel Lindsay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <em>The Moon is a Painter</em> by Vachel Lindsay. This was the weekly poetry project for February 1st, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-is-a-painter-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings em the moon painter em vachel lindsay weekly poetry project february 1st 2009 p |
| 2554 |
2529 |
2881 |
Mary Louise in the Country |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The Bluebird Books is a series of novels popular with teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s. The series was begun by L. Frank Baum using his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym, then continued by at least three others, all using the same pseudonym. Baum wrote the first four books in the series, possibly with help from his son, Harry Neal Baum, on the third.\nThe books are concerned with adolescent girl detectives— a concept Baum had experimented with earlier, in The Daring Twins (1911) and Phoebe Daring (1912). The Bluebird series began with Mary Louise, originally written as a tribute to Baum's favorite sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. Baum's publisher, Reilly & Britton, rejected that manuscript, apparently judging the heroine too independent. Baum wrote a new version of the book; the original manuscript is lost.\n\nThe title character is Mary Louise Burrows.In this volume, Mary Louise and Gran'pa Jim take a house for the summer in a quiet place called Cragg's Crossing. There, they meet with any number of peculiar people - and one very peculiar mystery!! (Summary from Wikipedia and Sibella Denton) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mary-louise-in-the-country-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the bluebird books series novels popular teenage girls 1910s 1920s series begun l frank baum using edith van dyne pseudonym continued least three others using pseudonym baum wrote first four books series possibly help son harry neal baum third books concerned adolescent girl detectives concept baum experimented earlier daring twins 1911 phoebe daring 1912 bluebird series began mary louise originally written tribute baum s favorite sister mary louise baum brewster baum s publisher reilly britton rejected manuscript apparently judging heroine independent baum wrote new version book original manuscript lost title character mary louise burrows in volume mary louise gran pa jim take house summer quiet place called cragg s crossing there meet number peculiar people one peculiar mystery summary wikipedia sibella denton p |
| 2555 |
2530 |
2882 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 10 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 10 subtitled “From the Restoration of Charles II to the Accession of George I”, addresses the period of the restoration and the further oppresion of the Irish people and religion. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-10-by-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 10 subtitled from restoration charles ii accession george i addresses period restoration oppresion irish people religion summary sibella denton p |
| 2556 |
2531 |
2883 |
Mystère de la chambre jaune |
Gaston Leroux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Le mystère est grand. On a essayé de tuer mademoiselle Stangerson dans une chambre fermée de l'intérieur, aucun accès visible, volets clos... Qui a voulu perpétrer ce meurtre et surtout, comment a-t-il procédé ? (Résumé par Naf Brusa)<br/><br/>Book Coordinators: Nadine Eckert-Boulet, Naf<br/>\nProof-Listeners: Grabielle, ani poirier</p> |
French |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/le-mystere-de-la-chambre-jaune-by-gaston-leroux/ |
le mystère est grand essayé de tuer mademoiselle stangerson dans une chambre fermée de l intérieur aucun accès visible volets clos qui voulu perpétrer ce meurtre et surtout comment a t il procédé résumé par naf brusa br br book coordinators nadine eckert boulet naf br proof listeners grabielle ani poirier p |
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2532 |
2884 |
Insect Folk |
Margaret Warner Morley |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Science |
Through delightful outings with her students, a teacher introduces her class to the fascinating world of insects. She encourages her students to observe and ask questions. This is a wonderful science text for young children. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-insect-folk-by-margaret-warner-morley/ |
delightful outings students teacher introduces class fascinating world insects encourages students observe ask questions wonderful science text young children summary laura caldwell p |
| 2558 |
2533 |
2885 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 11 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 11 subtitled “From the Accession of George I to the Legislative Union of England and Ireland”, addresses the 1700s, the Georges, the further oppression of the Irish people, and the final dismissal of the Irish Parliament. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-book-11-by-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 11 subtitled from accession george legislative union england ireland addresses 1700s georges oppression irish people final dismissal irish parliament summary sibella denton p |
| 2559 |
2534 |
2886 |
Selected Works: Letters, Sketches and Stories |
Voltairine de Cleyre |
Single Author Collections, Literary Collections |
<p>Voltairine de Cleyre was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems, letters, sketches, stories and speeches. These are her selected letters, sketches and stories. (Summary by enko)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/selected-sketches-letters-stories-by-de-cleyre/ |
p voltairine de cleyre american anarchist skilled many subjects wrote essays poems letters sketches stories speeches selected letters sketches stories summary enko p |
| 2560 |
2535 |
2887 |
Selected Works: Haymarket Speeches |
Voltairine de Cleyre |
Literary Collections |
<p>Voltairine de Cleyre (November 17, 1866 – June 20, 1912) was an American anarchist. She was skilled in many subjects and wrote essays, poems, letters, sketches, stories and speeches. These are her selected Haymarket speeches. (Summary by enko)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/hay-market-speeches-by-voltairine-de-cleyre/ |
p voltairine de cleyre november 17 1866 june 20 1912 american anarchist skilled many subjects wrote essays poems letters sketches stories speeches selected haymarket speeches summary enko p |
| 2561 |
2537 |
2889 |
Bible (PE) NT 01: Κατά Ματθαίον (Matthew) |
Patriarchiki Ekdosi |
Bibles |
<p>Παρουσιάζονται από τον ευαγγελιστή Ματθαίο όλα τα γεγονότα εκείνα που εξιστορούν την ζωή , τη διδασκαλία , το πάθος , το θάνατο και την ανάσταση του Ιησού Χριστού. Ο αναγνώστης μπορεί καθαρά να διακρίνει το μεγαλείο της ακεραιότητας , του θάρρους και της αυταπάρνησης του Κυρίου. Δεν δίστασε Ο Ιησούς Χριστός να επικρίνει και να κηρύξει ενάντια στην διδασκαλία των Φαρισαίων , αποκαλύπτοντας έτσι τα έργα τους και φανερώνοντας την αλήθεια.</p> <p>All those events that relate to us Jesus Christ’s life , teaching, death passion and resurrection are presented to us by the evangelist Matthew. The reader can vividly see the magnificence , dignity, and self denial that characterized our Lord. Jesus Christ did not hesitate to reprimand and preach against the teaching of the Pharisees thus exposing their evil deeds and revealing the truth. <br/>(Summary by Pella)</p> |
Greek |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/to-euaggelio-tou-matthaiou-pe-puy-1003/ |
p παρουσιάζονται από τον ευαγγελιστή ματθαίο όλα τα γεγονότα εκείνα που εξιστορούν την ζωή τη διδασκαλία το πάθος το θάνατο και την ανάσταση του ιησού χριστού ο αναγνώστης μπορεί καθαρά να διακρίνει το μεγαλείο της ακεραιότητας του θάρρους και της αυταπάρνησης του κυρίου δεν δίστασε ο ιησούς χριστός να επικρίνει και να κηρύξει ενάντια στην διδασκαλία των φαρισαίων αποκαλύπτοντας έτσι τα έργα τους και φανερώνοντας την αλήθεια p p all events relate us jesus christ s life teaching death passion resurrection presented us evangelist matthew reader vividly see magnificence dignity self denial characterized lord jesus christ hesitate reprimand preach teaching pharisees thus exposing evil deeds revealing truth br summary pella p |
| 2562 |
2538 |
2890 |
Divina Comedia - Infierno |
Dante Alighieri |
Single author, Narratives, Christian Fiction |
La Divina Comedia (también conocida como La Comedia) es un poema teológico escrito por Dante Alighieri. Se desconoce la fecha exacta en que fue escrito aunque las opiniones más reconocidas aseguran que el Infierno pudo ser compuesto entre 1304 y 1307–1308, el Purgatorio de 1307–1308 a 1313–1314 y por último, el Paraíso de 1313–1314 a 1321 (fecha esta última, de la muerte de Dante). La primera parte narra el descenso del autor al Infierno, acompañado por el poeta latino Virgilio, autor de la Eneida, a quien Dante admiraba. Acompañado por su maestro y guía, describe los nueve círculos en los que son sometidos a castigo los condenados, según la gravedad de los pecados cometidos en vida. Dante encuentra en el Infierno a muchos personajes antiguos, pero también de su época, y cada uno de ellos narra su historia brevemente a cambio de que Dante prometa mantener vivo su recuerdo en el mundo; cada castigo se ajusta a la naturaleza de su falta y se repite eternamente. Es particularmente recordada la historia de Paolo y Francesca, amantes adúlteros que se conocieron al leer en el libro de Lanzarote los amores de la reina Ginebra y este caballero, que fue motivo de inspiración y homenaje por poetas románticos y contemporáneos, así como la historia del conde Ugolino da Pisa, el último viaje de Ulises, el tránsito por el bosque de los suicidas, la travesía del desierto donde llueve el fuego y la llanura de hielo de los traidores, estos últimos, considerados los peores pecadores entre todos. (Resúmen de Arturo) |
Spanish |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/la-divina-comedia-infierno-by-dante-alighieri/ |
la divina comedia también conocida como la comedia es un poema teológico escrito por dante alighieri se desconoce la fecha exacta en que fue escrito aunque las opiniones más reconocidas aseguran que el infierno pudo ser compuesto entre 1304 1307 1308 el purgatorio de 1307 1308 1313 1314 por último el paraíso de 1313 1314 1321 fecha esta última de la muerte de dante la primera parte narra el descenso del autor al infierno acompañado por el poeta latino virgilio autor de la eneida quien dante admiraba acompañado por su maestro guía describe los nueve círculos en los que son sometidos castigo los condenados según la gravedad de los pecados cometidos en vida dante encuentra en el infierno muchos personajes antiguos pero también de su época cada uno de ellos narra su historia brevemente cambio de que dante prometa mantener vivo su recuerdo en el mundo cada castigo se ajusta la naturaleza de su falta se repite eternamente es particularmente recordada la historia de paolo francesca amantes adúlteros que se conocieron al leer en el libro de lanzarote los amores de la reina ginebra este caballero que fue motivo de inspiración homenaje por poetas románticos contemporáneos así como la historia del conde ugolino da pisa el último viaje de ulises el tránsito por el bosque de los suicidas la travesía del desierto donde llueve el fuego la llanura de hielo de los traidores estos últimos considerados los peores pecadores entre todos resúmen de arturo |
| 2563 |
2539 |
2891 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 006 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-006-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 2564 |
2540 |
2892 |
Worm Ouroboros |
E. R. Eddison |
Fantasy Fiction |
This classic 1922 fantasy novel brings you to a strange and lovely world where a young lord wrestles King Gorice for his land's freedom, where unscalable mountains can only be conquered by stubbornness and hippogriffs, where the great explorer Lord Gro finds himself continually driven to betrayal, where sweet young women occasionally fall for evil wizards, and where the heroes actually win their hearts' desire. (Summary by www.archive.org)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-worm-ouroboros-by-e-r-eddison/ |
classic 1922 fantasy novel brings strange lovely world young lord wrestles king gorice land s freedom unscalable mountains conquered stubbornness hippogriffs great explorer lord gro finds continually driven betrayal sweet young women occasionally fall evil wizards heroes actually win hearts desire summary www archive org p |
| 2565 |
2541 |
2894 |
Adventures of Captain Hatteras, Part 1: The English at the North Pole |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
The novel, set in 1861, describes adventures of British expedition led by Captain John Hatteras to the North Pole. Hatteras is convinced that the sea around the pole is not frozen and his obsession is to reach the place no matter what. Mutiny by the crew results in destruction of their ship but Hatteras, with a few men, continues on the expedition. ( Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-captain-hatteras-part-1-the-english-at-the-north-pole-by-jules-verne/ |
novel set 1861 describes adventures british expedition led captain john hatteras north pole hatteras convinced sea around pole frozen obsession reach place matter what mutiny crew results destruction ship hatteras men continues expedition wikipedia p |
| 2566 |
2542 |
2895 |
History of London |
Walter Besant |
History , Travel & Geography |
<br />Walter Besant was a novelist and historian, and his topographical and historical writings, ranging from prehistoric times to the nineteenth century, were probably best known through the detailed 10-volume Survey of London published after his death.\n\nThis earlier single volume covers, in less depth, the whole period from prehistory until the 19th century. The book appears originally to have been written for boys, and, indeed, the chapters are called "Lessons". However, it is a very readable history and provides a fascinating insight into both London's past and the government of the City at the time the book was written (1894). (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-london-by-walter-besant/ |
br walter besant novelist historian topographical historical writings ranging prehistoric times nineteenth century probably best known detailed 10 volume survey london published death earlier single volume covers less depth whole period prehistory 19th century book appears originally written boys and indeed chapters called lessons however readable history provides fascinating insight london s past government city time book written 1894 summary ruth golding br br |
| 2567 |
2627 |
2986 |
Family Kitchen Gardener |
Robert Buist |
Gardening |
<p>The Family Kitchen Gardener contains plain and accurate descriptions (ca 1847) of all the different species and varieties of specifically American culinary vegetables, fruit, and herbs in alphabetical order. It includes the best mode of cultivating, propagating, and managing them in the garden or under glass, and a description of the best implements used in maintaining such gardens.(Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-family-kitchen-gardener-by-robert-buist/ |
p the family kitchen gardener contains plain accurate descriptions ca 1847 different species varieties specifically american culinary vegetables fruit herbs alphabetical order includes best mode cultivating propagating managing garden glass description best implements used maintaining gardens summary bellonatimes p |
| 2568 |
2543 |
2896 |
Alice Adams |
Booth Tarkington |
Published 1900 onward |
A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Alice Adams chronicles the attempts of a lower middle class American midwestern family at the turn of the 20th century to climb the social ladder. The eponymous heroine is at the heart of the story, a young woman who wants a better place in society and a better life. As Gerard Previn Meyer has stated, "Apart from being the contribution to social history its author conceived it to be, [Alice Adams] is something more, that something being what has attracted to it so large a public: its portrait of a (despite her faults) 'lovable girl'."\n(Summary by Jeannie) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/alice-adams-by-booth-tarkington/ |
pulitzer prize winning novel alice adams chronicles attempts lower middle class american midwestern family turn 20th century climb social ladder eponymous heroine heart story young woman wants better place society better life gerard previn meyer stated apart contribution social history author conceived be alice adams something more something attracted large public portrait despite faults lovable girl summary jeannie p |
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2544 |
2897 |
Through the Brazilian Wilderness |
Theodore Roosevelt |
Memoirs, Exploration |
<p>Roosevelt's popular book Through the Brazilian Wilderness describes his expedition into the Brazilian jungle in 1913 as a member of the Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific Expedition co-named after its leader, Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon. The book describes all of the scientific discovery, scenic tropical vistas and exotic flora, fauna and wild life experienced on the expedition. One goal of the expedition was to find the headwaters of the Rio da Duvida, the River of Doubt, and trace it north to the Madeira and thence to the Amazon River. It was later renamed Rio Roosevel. Roosevelt's crew consisted of his 24-year-old son Kermit, Colonel Cândido Rondon, a naturalist sent by the American Museum of Natural History named George K. Cherrie, Brazilian Lieutenant Joao Lyra, team physician Dr. José Antonio Cajazeira, and sixteen highly skilled paddlers (called <i>camaradas</i> in Portuguese). The initial expedition started on December 9, 1913, at the height of the rainy season. The trip down the River of Doubt started on February 27, 1914.<br/><br/>\n\nDuring the trip down the river, Roosevelt contracted malaria and a serious infection resulting from a minor leg wound. These illnesses so weakened Roosevelt that, by six weeks into the expedition, he had to be attended day and night by the expedition's physician, Dr. Cajazeira, and his son, Kermit. By this time, Roosevelt considered his own condition a threat to the survival of the others. At one point, Kermit had to talk him out of his wish to be left behind so as not to slow down the expedition, now with only a few weeks rations left. Roosevelt was having chest pains when he tried to walk, his temperature soared to 103 °F (39 °C), and at times he was delirious. He had lost over fifty pounds (20 kg). Without the constant support of his son, Kermit, Dr. Cajazeira, and the continued leadership of Colonel Rondon, Roosevelt would likely have perished. Despite his concern for Roosevelt, Rondon had been slowing down the pace of the expedition by his dedication to his own map-making and other geographical goals that demanded regular stops to fix the expedition's position via sun-based survey.<br/><br/>\n\nUpon his return to New York, friends and family were startled by Roosevelt's physical appearance and fatigue. Roosevelt wrote to a friend that the trip had cut his life short by ten years. He might not have really known just how accurate that analysis would prove to be, because the effects of the South America expedition had so greatly weakened him that they significantly contributed to his declining health. For the rest of his life, he would be plagued by flareups of malaria and leg inflammations so severe that they would require hospitalization.<br/><br/>\n\nThe racial attitudes reflected in Roosevelt's American history do not seem to carry over into his attitude toward the native Americans he encounters on this trip, although his enthusiastic anticipation of the development of the virgin wilderness he is crossing may be jarring to some contemporary readers. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-brazilian-wilderness-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
p roosevelt s popular book brazilian wilderness describes expedition brazilian jungle 1913 member roosevelt rondon scientific expedition co named leader brazilian explorer cândido rondon book describes scientific discovery scenic tropical vistas exotic flora fauna wild life experienced expedition one goal expedition find headwaters rio da duvida river doubt trace north madeira thence amazon river later renamed rio roosevel roosevelt s crew consisted 24 year old son kermit colonel cândido rondon naturalist sent american museum natural history named george k cherrie brazilian lieutenant joao lyra team physician dr josé antonio cajazeira sixteen highly skilled paddlers called i camaradas i portuguese initial expedition started december 9 1913 height rainy season trip river doubt started february 27 1914 br br trip river roosevelt contracted malaria serious infection resulting minor leg wound illnesses weakened roosevelt that six weeks expedition attended day night expedition s physician dr cajazeira son kermit time roosevelt considered condition threat survival others one point kermit talk wish left behind slow expedition weeks rations left roosevelt chest pains tried walk temperature soared 103 f 39 c times delirious lost fifty pounds 20 kg without constant support son kermit dr cajazeira continued leadership colonel rondon roosevelt would likely perished despite concern roosevelt rondon slowing pace expedition dedication map making geographical goals demanded regular stops fix expedition s position via sun based survey br br upon return new york friends family startled roosevelt s physical appearance fatigue roosevelt wrote friend trip cut life short ten years might really known accurate analysis would prove be effects south america expedition greatly weakened significantly contributed declining health rest life would plagued flareups malaria leg inflammations severe would require hospitalization br br racial attitudes reflected roosevelt s american history seem carry attitude toward native americans encounters trip although enthusiastic anticipation development virgin wilderness crossing may jarring contemporary readers summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
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2545 |
2898 |
Journey in Other Worlds: A Romance of the Future |
John Jacob Astor IV |
Science Fiction |
<p>A Journey in Other Worlds: A Romance of the Future is a science fiction novel by John Jacob Astor IV, published in 1894. The book offers a fictional account of life in the year 2000. It contains abundant speculation about technological invention, including descriptions of a world-wide telephone network, solar power, air travel, space travel to the planets Saturn and Jupiter, and terraforming engineering projects — damming the Arctic Ocean, and adjusting the Earth's axial tilt (by the Terrestrial Axis Straightening Company). In Astor's novel, the future United States is a multi-continental superpower. European nations have been taken over by socialist governments, which have sold most of their African colonies to the U.S.; and Canada, Mexico, and the countries of South America have requested annexation. Race conflict is a thing of the past, since the "dark elements" of the American hegemony have died out. Space travel is achieved by linking an airship to a comet. Jupiter proves to be a jungle world, with flesh-eating plants, vampire bats, giant snakes and mastodons, and flying lizards. The Americans discover a wealth of exploitable resources: iron, silver, gold, lead, copper, coal, and oil. Saturn, in contrast, is an ancient world of silent spirits. The spirit beings provide the explorers with foresight of their own deaths. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-journey-in-other-worlds-by-john-jacob-astor-iv/ |
p a journey worlds romance future science fiction novel john jacob astor iv published 1894 book offers fictional account life year 2000 contains abundant speculation technological invention including descriptions world wide telephone network solar power air travel space travel planets saturn jupiter terraforming engineering projects damming arctic ocean adjusting earth s axial tilt by terrestrial axis straightening company astor s novel future united states multi continental superpower european nations taken socialist governments sold african colonies u s canada mexico countries south america requested annexation race conflict thing past since dark elements american hegemony died out space travel achieved linking airship comet jupiter proves jungle world flesh eating plants vampire bats giant snakes mastodons flying lizards americans discover wealth exploitable resources iron silver gold lead copper coal oil saturn contrast ancient world silent spirits spirit beings provide explorers foresight deaths summary wikipedia p |
| 2571 |
2546 |
2899 |
I saw the Sun at Midnight, rising red |
Joseph Mary Plunkett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 recordings of <em>I saw the Sun at Midnight, rising red</em> by Joseph Mary Plunkett. This was the weekly poetry project for February 8th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/i-saw-the-sun-at-midnight-rising-red-by-joseph-mary-plunkett/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 24 recordings em i saw sun midnight rising red em joseph mary plunkett weekly poetry project february 8th 2009 p |
| 2572 |
2547 |
2900 |
To the Old Pagan Religion |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <em>To the Old Pagan Religion</em> by H. P. Lovecraft. This was the fortnightly poetry project for February 8th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-old-pagan-religion-by-h-p-lovecraft/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings em to old pagan religion em h p lovecraft fortnightly poetry project february 8th 2009 p |
| 2573 |
2548 |
2901 |
History of the United States, Vol. VI |
Charles Austin Beard |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.<br><br>In 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well...The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best.<br><br>The book is divided into 7 parts: THE COLONIAL PERIOD, CONFLICT AND INDEPENDENCE, FOUNDATIONS OF THE UNION AND NATIONAL POLITICS, THE WEST AND JACKSONIAN DEMOCRACY, SECTIONAL CONFLICT AND RECONSTRUCTION, NATIONAL GROWTH AND WORLD POLITICS, AND PROGRESSIVE DEMOCRACY AND THE WORLD WAR. (Summary by TTM)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-vol-vi-national-growth-and-world-politics/ |
p charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement br br in 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best br br the book divided 7 parts colonial period conflict independence foundations union national politics west jacksonian democracy sectional conflict reconstruction national growth world politics progressive democracy world war summary ttm p |
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2571 |
2926 |
Literary Taste: How to Form It |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
Arnold Bennett describes a method for enjoying literature, and suggests the contents of a comprehensive library. Chapters 1-10 and 14 describe his method for learning to enjoy literature. Chapters 11, 12, and 13 contain detailed lists of the 337 volumes required to complete a comprehensive library of English works. This reading is from the 1913 version at Project Gutenberg, and so does not contain the revisions made by Swinnerton for the 1939 edition, which included authors of the early Twentieth Century. Swinnerton's revisions are available from Wikipedia. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/literary-taste-how-to-form-it-by-arnold-bennett/ |
arnold bennett describes method enjoying literature suggests contents comprehensive library chapters 1 10 14 describe method learning enjoy literature chapters 11 12 13 contain detailed lists 337 volumes required complete comprehensive library english works reading 1913 version project gutenberg contain revisions made swinnerton 1939 edition included authors early twentieth century swinnerton s revisions available wikipedia summary timothy ferguson p |
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2549 |
2902 |
Path of Prosperity |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
<br />Summary from <em>The Path of Prosperity</em>:\nI looked around upon the world, and saw that it was shadowed by sorrow and scorched by the fierce fires of suffering. And I looked for the cause. I looked around, but could not find it; I looked in books, but could not find it; I looked within, and found there both the cause and the self-made nature of that cause. I looked again, and deeper, and found the remedy.<br /><br />\n\nI found one Law, the Law of Love; one Life, the Life of adjustment to that Law; one Truth, the truth of a conquered mind and a quiet and obedient heart. And I dreamed of writing a book which should help men and women, whether rich or poor, learned or unlearned, worldly or unworldly, to find within themselves the source of all success, all happiness, all accomplishment, all truth. And the dream remained with me, and at last became substantial; and now I send it forth into the world on its mission of healing and blessedness, knowing that it cannot fail to reach the homes and hearts of those who are waiting and ready to receive it.<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-path-of-prosperity-by-james-allen/ |
br summary em the path prosperity em looked around upon world saw shadowed sorrow scorched fierce fires suffering looked cause looked around could find it looked books could find it looked within found cause self made nature cause looked again deeper found remedy br br found one law law love one life life adjustment law one truth truth conquered mind quiet obedient heart dreamed writing book help men women whether rich poor learned unlearned worldly unworldly find within source success happiness accomplishment truth dream remained me last became substantial send forth world mission healing blessedness knowing cannot fail reach homes hearts waiting ready receive it br br |
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2550 |
2903 |
Charles I |
Jacob Abbott |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to Charles I. (Summary from the preface of the book) </p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/charles-i-by-jacob-abbott/ |
p there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated charles i summary preface book p |
| 2577 |
2551 |
2904 |
Song of Roland |
Anonymous |
Epics |
<p>The Song of Roland is an epic poem, originally sung in Old French. It tells the story of the Battle of Roncevaux Pass in 778. This is an English translation. (Introduction by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-roland-by-anonymus/ |
p the song roland epic poem originally sung old french tells story battle roncevaux pass 778 english translation introduction joy chan p |
| 2578 |
2552 |
2906 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 009 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>"Das schwatzende Herz" übersetzt von Theodor Etzel</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br das schwatzende herz übersetzt von theodor etzel p |
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2553 |
2907 |
Legacy |
James H. Schmitz |
Science Fiction |
<p>Ancient living machines that after millennia of stillness suddenly begin to move under their own power, for reasons that remain a mystery to men. Holati Tate discovered them—then disappeared. Trigger Argee was his closest associate—she means to find him. She's brilliant, beautiful, and skilled in every known martial art. She's worth plenty—dead or alive—to more than one faction in this obscure battle. And she's beginning to have a chilling notion that the long-vanished Masters of the Old Galaxy were wise when they exiled the plasmoids to the most distant and isolated world they knew.... (Summary from book jacket) Originally published in 1962 as "A Tale of Two Clocks". (addition by km)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/legacy-by-james-schmitz/ |
p ancient living machines millennia stillness suddenly begin move power reasons remain mystery men holati tate discovered them then disappeared trigger argee closest associate she means find him brilliant beautiful skilled every known martial art worth plenty dead alive to one faction obscure battle beginning chilling notion long vanished masters old galaxy wise exiled plasmoids distant isolated world knew summary book jacket originally published 1962 a tale two clocks addition km p |
| 2580 |
2554 |
2908 |
Bible (KJV) 09: 1 Samuel |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>The life of Samuel, and the life of Saul.</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-1-samuel-from-king-james-version/ |
p the life samuel life saul p |
| 2581 |
2555 |
2909 |
Bibel (LB 1912) 17: Esther |
Lutherbibel |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Esther wurde von ihrem Onkel aufgezogen. Sie leben in Susa; das weit weg von Israel liegt. Esther wird Königin. Eine Intrige wird verhindert, als sie durch ihren Mut ihr Volk vor dem Tod schützt. (Zusammenfassung von Anza)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/bible-lu1912-17-esther/ |
p esther wurde von ihrem onkel aufgezogen sie leben susa das weit weg von israel liegt esther wird königin eine intrige wird verhindert als sie durch ihren mut ihr volk vor dem tod schützt zusammenfassung von anza p |
| 2582 |
2580 |
2935 |
He Knew He Was Right |
Anthony Trollope |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
He Knew He Was Right is a 1869 novel written by Anthony Trollope which describes the failure of a marriage caused by the unreasonable jealousy of a husband exacerbated by the stubbornness of a willful wife. As is common with Trollope's works, there are also several substantial subplots. Trollope considered this work to be a failure; he viewed the main character as unsympathetic, and the secondary characters and plots much more lively and interesting. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/he-knew-he-was-right-by-anthony-trollope/ |
knew right 1869 novel written anthony trollope describes failure marriage caused unreasonable jealousy husband exacerbated stubbornness willful wife common trollope s works also several substantial subplots trollope considered work failure viewed main character unsympathetic secondary characters plots much lively interesting summary wikipedia p |
| 2583 |
2556 |
2910 |
Prinzessin Brambilla |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Eine allegorische-phantastische Märchenerzählung aus der Zeit der Romantik. Schauplatz ist ein zeitloser Römischer Karneval, wie Jacques Callot ihn in der Graphik-Serie "Balli di Sfessania" dargestellt hat. Die Kräfte der Liebe, der Phantasie, des Humors – gebündelt und gesteigert in der Kunst, und im Römischen Karneval - gewähren es einem liebenden Paar, sich über alle Alltagskleinlichkeit erhaben zu fühlen. Nachdem jedes der beiden sich anfangs immer wieder mit seinem Möchtegern-Ich verwechselt, öffnet die dann gewonnene Selbsterkenntnis und damit verbundene realistische Bescheidenheit das Tor zu dauerhaftem Glück. <br>(Summary by Rolf Kaiser)<br><br>Filet ist ein franz. Wort und bedeutet eigentlich so viel als Fädchen, Garn, Netz. Gewöhnlich versteht man darunter ein aus roher Seide netzartig gewebtes Zeuch, zu Shawls, Busentüchern u.s.w. Eine Lieblingsbeschäftigung der Damen ist es, allerlei Filetputzsachen aus Zwirn, Wolle oder Seide zu stricken; sie bedienen sich dazu einer Nadel, der Filetnadel, und eines Stäbchens, auf welches sie die Maschen aufreihen, und von dessen Stärke die größere und geringere Dichtigkeit des Gestrickes abhängt. <br>(Brockhaus Bilder-Conversations-Lexikon, Band 2. Leipzig 1838., S. 38-39.)</p> |
German |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/prinzessin-brambilla-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
p eine allegorische phantastische märchenerzählung aus der zeit der romantik schauplatz ist ein zeitloser römischer karneval wie jacques callot ihn der graphik serie balli di sfessania dargestellt hat die kräfte der liebe der phantasie des humors gebündelt und gesteigert der kunst und im römischen karneval gewähren es einem liebenden paar sich über alle alltagskleinlichkeit erhaben zu fühlen nachdem jedes der beiden sich anfangs immer wieder mit seinem möchtegern ich verwechselt öffnet die dann gewonnene selbsterkenntnis und damit verbundene realistische bescheidenheit das tor zu dauerhaftem glück br summary rolf kaiser br br filet ist ein franz wort und bedeutet eigentlich viel als fädchen garn netz gewöhnlich versteht man darunter ein aus roher seide netzartig gewebtes zeuch zu shawls busentüchern u s w eine lieblingsbeschäftigung der damen ist es allerlei filetputzsachen aus zwirn wolle oder seide zu stricken sie bedienen sich dazu einer nadel der filetnadel und eines stäbchens auf welches sie die maschen aufreihen und von dessen stärke die größere und geringere dichtigkeit des gestrickes abhängt br brockhaus bilder conversations lexikon band 2 leipzig 1838 s 38 39 p |
| 2584 |
2557 |
2911 |
Ja och Nej |
Helena Nyblom |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Helena Nyblom was born in Denmark. But in 1864 she Married University Doctor Carl Rupert Nyblom and moved to Uppsala, Sweden. Her debut as a story- and fairytale writer was in 1897, when she was 54 years old. She was a very productive and popular author around 1900 and in the early 20th Century. Alienation, lack of understanding, appreciation and sympathy, and the conflict between doing ones duty and freedom were often underlying themes of her stories. This collection of Fairy tales under the name “Ja och Nej” (Yes and No) were published in the “Barnbilioteket Saga” (Children's Story Library) series in 1908 consisting of 8 Stories / Fairy tales and are a good example of her writings. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
Swedish |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/ja-och-nej-by-helena-nyblom/ |
p helena nyblom born denmark 1864 married university doctor carl rupert nyblom moved uppsala sweden debut story fairytale writer 1897 54 years old productive popular author around 1900 early 20th century alienation lack understanding appreciation sympathy conflict ones duty freedom often underlying themes stories collection fairy tales name ja och nej yes no published barnbilioteket saga children s story library series 1908 consisting 8 stories fairy tales good example writings summary lars rolander p |
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2558 |
2912 |
Professor |
Charlotte Brontë |
General Fiction |
<p>The book tells the story of a young man named William Crimsworth. It describes his maturation, his loves and his eventual career as a professor at an all-girl's school. (Summary from Wikipedia, adapted by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-professor-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
p the book tells story young man named william crimsworth describes maturation loves eventual career professor all girl s school summary wikipedia adapted stav nisser p |
| 2586 |
2559 |
2913 |
Grimms eventyr I udvalg |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Brødrene Jakob og Wilhelm Grimm, samlede og nedskrev mere end tohundrede folkeeventyr tilbage i 1820’erne. Mange af os erindrer, at have fået de mest berømte af disse historier læst højt som børn.\nOgså som voksen, kan man imidlertid have glæde af et genhør af disse fortællinger og dermed opleve, eller genopleve, moralerne, humoren og dramaet i et anderledes perspektiv, end det man ser mens man er barn. Denne samling rummer et lille udvalg af både kendte og mindre kendte Grimm eventyr. (Summary by Kristoffer Hunsdahl)</p> |
Danish |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/grimms-eventyr-i-udvalg-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
p brødrene jakob og wilhelm grimm samlede og nedskrev mere end tohundrede folkeeventyr tilbage 1820 erne mange af os erindrer fået de mest berømte af disse historier læst højt som børn også som voksen kan man imidlertid glæde af et genhør af disse fortællinger og dermed opleve eller genopleve moralerne humoren og dramaet et anderledes perspektiv end det man ser mens man er barn denne samling rummer et lille udvalg af både kendte og mindre kendte grimm eventyr summary kristoffer hunsdahl p |
| 2587 |
2560 |
2914 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 012 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-012/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2588 |
2561 |
2915 |
Bag-Pipes at Sea |
Clinton Scollard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of <em>Bag-Pipes at Sea</em> by Clinton Scollard. This was the weekly poetry project for February 15th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/bag-pipes-at-sea-by-clinton-scollard/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings em bag pipes sea em clinton scollard weekly poetry project february 15th 2009 p |
| 2589 |
2562 |
2916 |
Bible (KJV) 29: Joel |
King James Version (KJV) |
Christianity - Other |
<br />The Prophet Joel, the Second Minor Prophet of the Old Testament, entire book is read. (Summary by Susan S.)<br /><br /> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-joel-kjv/ |
br the prophet joel second minor prophet old testament entire book read summary susan s br br |
| 2590 |
2563 |
2917 |
Brief History of English and American Literature |
Henry A. Beers |
History , Literary Criticism |
<p>Henry Augustin Beers, native of Buffalo, NY and professor of English at Yale, with the help of John Fletcher Hurst (1834-1903), Methodist bishop and first Chancellor of American University, has written a sweeping thousand 900 year history of English literature, up to the end of the 19th century. Although at times biased and sometimes misguided (as when he dismisses Mark Twain as a humorist noteworthy in his time but not for the ages), his research is sound and his criticism is interesting and quite often very balanced. In addition, the last chapter of each part is Hurst's synopsis of religious and theological literature in the language. This book is interesting for its point of view, but also useful as a jumping-off point for those interested in reading the classics. (Summary by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-brief-history-of-english-and-american-literature-by-henry-a-beers/ |
p henry augustin beers native buffalo ny professor english yale help john fletcher hurst 1834 1903 methodist bishop first chancellor american university written sweeping thousand 900 year history english literature end 19th century although times biased sometimes misguided as dismisses mark twain humorist noteworthy time ages research sound criticism interesting quite often balanced addition last chapter part hurst s synopsis religious theological literature language book interesting point view also useful jumping off point interested reading classics summary kalynda p |
| 2591 |
2564 |
2918 |
Story of My Boyhood and Youth |
John Muir |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>"The only fire for the whole house was the kitchen stove, with a fire box about eighteen inches long and eight inches wide and deep,- scant space for three or four small sticks, around which in hard zero weather all the family of ten shivered, and beneath which in the morning we found our socks and coarse, soggy boots frozen solid." Thus, with perceptive eye for detail, the American naturalist, John Muir, describes life on a pioneer Wisconsin farm in the 1850's. Muir was only eleven years old when his father uprooted the family from a relatively comfortable life in Dunbar, Scotland, to settle in the backwoods of North America.<br><br>The elder Muir was a religious fundamentalist. What his father taught, John Muir writes, was "grim self denial, in season and out of season, to mortify the flesh, keep our bodies in subjection to Bible laws, and mercilessly punish ourselves for every fault, imagined or committed." Muir's father believed that the Bible was "the only book human beings could possibly require," while John secretly read every volume of poetry and literature he could get his hands on. With no formal schooling after leaving Scotland, John also learned from nature--keenly observing details of the seasons, the life of the farm oxen, and wild animals and birds. John also became an amateur inventor, eking out time from farm chores by getting up at 1 a.m. to whittle intricate wooden clocks by candlelight in the unheated farm house basement.<br><br>Muir finally made a break for freedom--his decision was to go to Madison, Wisconsin, and enter his clocks in the State Fair, with the hope that somebody might see them and offer him a job in a machine shop! All the baggage he carried the day he left home was a package made up of "two clocks and a small thermometer made of a piece of old washboard, all three tied together with no covering or case of any sort, the whole looking like one very complicated machine." His father's goodbye was to admonish John about the "wicked world" and to warn him sternly that if he should find himself in need of money, none would be forthcoming. John would have to depend on himself.<br><br>How John Muir made his way from that Wisconsin farm to become the great American naturalist, spokesman for Yosemite and the California redwoods, is the stuff of legend: which makes Muir's autobiographical account of his early boyhood a fascinating read. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-my-boyhood-and-youth-by-john-muir/ |
p the fire whole house kitchen stove fire box eighteen inches long eight inches wide deep scant space three four small sticks around hard zero weather family ten shivered beneath morning found socks coarse soggy boots frozen solid thus perceptive eye detail american naturalist john muir describes life pioneer wisconsin farm 1850 s muir eleven years old father uprooted family relatively comfortable life dunbar scotland settle backwoods north america br br the elder muir religious fundamentalist father taught john muir writes grim self denial season season mortify flesh keep bodies subjection bible laws mercilessly punish every fault imagined committed muir s father believed bible the book human beings could possibly require john secretly read every volume poetry literature could get hands on formal schooling leaving scotland john also learned nature keenly observing details seasons life farm oxen wild animals birds john also became amateur inventor eking time farm chores getting 1 a m whittle intricate wooden clocks candlelight unheated farm house basement br br muir finally made break freedom his decision go madison wisconsin enter clocks state fair hope somebody might see offer job machine shop baggage carried day left home package made two clocks small thermometer made piece old washboard three tied together covering case sort whole looking like one complicated machine father s goodbye admonish john wicked world warn sternly find need money none would forthcoming john would depend himself br br how john muir made way wisconsin farm become great american naturalist spokesman yosemite california redwoods stuff legend makes muir s autobiographical account early boyhood fascinating read summary sue anderson p |
| 2592 |
2565 |
2920 |
Greatest Thing in the World and Other Addresses |
Henry Drummond |
Christianity - Commentary |
The spiritual classic <i>The Greatest Thing In the World</i> is a trenchant and tender analysis of Christian love as set forth in the thirteenth chapter of I Corinthians. The other addresses speak to other aspects of Christian life and thought. (Summary by Pattymarie)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-greatest-thing-in-the-world-and-other-addresses-by-henry-drummond/ |
spiritual classic i the greatest thing world i trenchant tender analysis christian love set forth thirteenth chapter corinthians addresses speak aspects christian life thought summary pattymarie p |
| 2593 |
2566 |
2921 |
This Crowded Earth |
Robert Bloch |
Science Fiction |
<p>Robert Bloch (1917 – 1994) was a prolific writer in many genres. As a young man he was encouraged by his mentor H. P. Lovecraft, and was a close friend of Stanley G. Weinbaum. Besides hundreds of short stories and novels he wrote a number of television and film scripts including several for the original Star Trek. In 1959 Bloch wrote the novel Psycho which Alfred Hitchcock adapted to film a year later. He received the Hugo Award, the World Fantasy Award, the Bram Stoker Award, and he is a past president of the Mystery Writers of America. Published in Amazing Stories in 1958, This Crowded Earth is a thriller set on an overpopulated Earth of the future. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/this-crowded-earth-by-robert-bloch/ |
p robert bloch 1917 1994 prolific writer many genres young man encouraged mentor h p lovecraft close friend stanley g weinbaum besides hundreds short stories novels wrote number television film scripts including several original star trek 1959 bloch wrote novel psycho alfred hitchcock adapted film year later received hugo award world fantasy award bram stoker award past president mystery writers america published amazing stories 1958 crowded earth thriller set overpopulated earth future summary gregg margarite p |
| 2594 |
2567 |
2922 |
Servile State |
Hilaire Belloc |
Business & Economics, Political Science |
<p> A clear boundary exists between the servile and the non-servile condition of labour, and the conditions upon either side of that boundary utterly differ one from another, Where there is compulsion applicable by positive law to men of a certain status, such compulsion enforced in the last resort by the powers at the disposal of the State, there is the institution of Slavery ; and if that institution be sufficiently expanded the whole State may be said to repose upon a servile basis, and is a Servile State.\n (Hilaire Belloc)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-servile-state-by-hillaire-belloc/ |
p clear boundary exists servile non servile condition labour conditions upon either side boundary utterly differ one another compulsion applicable positive law men certain status compulsion enforced last resort powers disposal state institution slavery institution sufficiently expanded whole state may said repose upon servile basis servile state hilaire belloc p |
| 2595 |
2568 |
2923 |
Wide, Wide World |
Susan Warner |
General |
"How should a seven year old child react when forced to be separated from a mother who meant everything to her? How should she react when she learns that the aunt with whom she was sent to live doesn't really care about her? Will she be able to make real friendships with people outside her family? Would she be able to take her belief in God as a comfort? If you want to find answers to all these questions, read the enjoyable novel "The Wide, Wide World". There, you will see how the amazing Ellen Montgomery reacts to all those things, and many, many more".\nSummary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-wide-wide-world-by-susan-warner/ |
how seven year old child react forced separated mother meant everything her react learns aunt sent live really care her able make real friendships people outside family would able take belief god comfort want find answers questions read enjoyable novel the wide wide world there see amazing ellen montgomery reacts things many many more summary stav nisser p |
| 2596 |
2569 |
2924 |
Students’ Roman Empire part 1, A History of the Roman Empire from Its Foundation to the Death of Marcus Aurelius (27 B.C.-180 A.D.) |
John Bagnell Bury |
Antiquity |
<p>The writings of J. B. Bury, on subjects ranging from ancient Greece to the 19th-century papacy, are at once scholarly and accessible to the layman. This work covers the period from the beginning of the Roman Empire until Gibbon begins; from Augustus through Marcus Aurelius and the Antoinine Emporers. (Summary by kmerline)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/studnts-roman-empire-pt-1-by-j-b-bury/ |
p the writings j b bury subjects ranging ancient greece 19th century papacy scholarly accessible layman work covers period beginning roman empire gibbon begins augustus marcus aurelius antoinine emporers summary kmerline p |
| 2597 |
2570 |
2925 |
Man from Snowy River and Other Verses |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Single author |
A collection of poems by Australian poet Andrew Barton 'Banjo' Paterson, picturesque glimpses into life in the Bush. From the preface: "A number of these verses are now published for the first time, most of the others were written for and appeared in 'The Bulletin' (Sydney, N.S.W.), and are therefore already widely known to readers in Australasia." (Summary by Tricia G.)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-from-snowy-river-and-other-verses-by-andrew-barton-banjo-paterson/ |
collection poems australian poet andrew barton banjo paterson picturesque glimpses life bush preface a number verses published first time others written appeared the bulletin sydney n s w therefore already widely known readers australasia summary tricia g p |
| 2598 |
2572 |
2927 |
Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Vol. 2 |
Laurence Sterne |
General Fiction |
<p>This is volume 2 of 4.</p>\n\n<p><i>The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman</i> (or, more briefly, <i>Tristram Shandy</i>) is a novel by Laurence Sterne. It was published in nine volumes, the first two appearing in 1759, and seven others following over the next 10 years. It was not always held in high esteem by other writers (Samuel Johnson responded that, "Nothing odd can last"), but its bawdy humour was popular with London society, and it has come to be seen as one of the greatest comic novels in English, as well as a forerunner for many modern narrative devices. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/tristram-shandy-vol-2-by-laurence-sterne/ |
p this volume 2 4 p p i the life opinions tristram shandy gentleman i or briefly i tristram shandy i novel laurence sterne published nine volumes first two appearing 1759 seven others following next 10 years always held high esteem writers samuel johnson responded that nothing odd last bawdy humour popular london society come seen one greatest comic novels english well forerunner many modern narrative devices summary wikipedia p |
| 2599 |
2573 |
2928 |
Commune |
Louise Michel |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Louise Michel <small>(1830-1905)</small> était une anarchiste française très active dans la Commune de Paris de 1871. Son livre "La Commune" écrit en 1898 raconte ce qui s'y passa durant cette période. <br/>(Résumé par Enko) </p><p>Louise Michel <small>(1830-1905</small>) was a french anarchist very active during the Paris Commune of 1871. Her book "La Commune" written in 1898 describes what happened in that event. <br/>(Summary by Enko)</p> |
French |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/la-commune-by-louise-michel/ |
p louise michel small 1830 1905 small était une anarchiste française très active dans la commune de paris de 1871 son livre la commune écrit en 1898 raconte ce qui s y passa durant cette période br résumé par enko p p louise michel small 1830 1905 small french anarchist active paris commune 1871 book la commune written 1898 describes happened event br summary enko p |
| 2600 |
2574 |
2929 |
Hymn Collection 001 |
Various |
Poetry, Music, Christianity - Other |
<br />Librivox volunteers sing twenty of their favourite hymns.<br /><br />\n<em>All Glory Laud and Honor</em> - Words translated from the Latin of Theodolph of Orleans; Tune: St. Theodulph by Melchior Teschner; harmony by William H. Monk.<br />\n<em>Amazing Grace</em> - Tune: New Britain by James P. Carrell and David S. Clayton, Harmony by Edwin Othello Excell.<br />\n<em>Be Thou My Vision</em> - Tune: Slane (Irish traditional).<br />\n<em>Blessed Assurance</em> - Tune: Assurance, by Phoebe Knapp. <br />\n<em>Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing</em> - Tune: Nettleton by John Wyeth.<br />\n<em>Dear Lord and Father of Mankind</em> - Music: Repton by Charles Parry. <br />\n<em>For The Beauty of the Earth</em> - Tune: Dix by Conrad Kocher. <br />\n<em>His Eye is on the Sparrow</em> - Tune: His Eye is on the Sparrow by Charles Hutchinson Gabriel.<br />\n<em>I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger</em> - Tune first found in Kentucky Harmony by Ananias Davisson.<br />\n<em>I Sing the Almighty Power of God</em> - Tune: Forest Green (Trad. English), arr. by Ralph Vaughan Williams.<br />\n<em>I Surrender All</em> - Tune: I surrender all by Winfield Scott Weeden.<br />\n<em>It is Well with My Soul</em> - Tune: Ville du Havre by Philip Paul Bliss.<br />\n<em>Just As I Am</em> - Tune: Woodworth by William B. Bradbury.<br />\n<em>My Jesus I Love Thee</em> - Tune: Gordon by Adoniram J. Gordon.<br />\n<em>Rock of Ages</em> - Tune: Toplady by Thomas Hastings.<br />\n<em>Softly and Tenderly</em> - Words and Music by Will Thompson.<br />\n<em>Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus</em> - Tune: Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus by William James Kirkpatrick.<br />\n<em>Trust and Obey</em> - Tune: Trust and Obey, by Daniel B. Towner.<br />\n<em>We Gather Together</em> - Arrangement and Latin translation: Eduard Kremser; English translation: Theodore Baker.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-hymn-collection-vol-001/ |
br librivox volunteers sing twenty favourite hymns br br em all glory laud honor em words translated latin theodolph orleans tune st theodulph melchior teschner harmony william h monk br em amazing grace em tune new britain james p car rell da vid s clay ton harmony edwin othello excell br em be thou vision em tune slane irish traditional br em blessed assurance em tune assurance phoebe knapp br em come thou fount every blessing em tune nettleton john wyeth br em dear lord father mankind em music repton charles parry br em for beauty earth em tune dix conrad kocher br em his eye sparrow em tune eye sparrow charles hutchinson gabriel br em i poor wayfaring stranger em tune first found kentucky harmony ananias davisson br em i sing almighty power god em tune forest green trad english arr ralph vaughan williams br em i surrender all em tune surrender winfield scott weeden br em it well soul em tune ville du havre philip paul bliss br em just am em tune woodworth william b bradbury br em my jesus love thee em tune gordon adoniram j gordon br em rock ages em tune toplady thom as hast ings br em softly tenderly em words music thompson br em tis sweet trust jesus em tune tis sweet trust jesus william james kirkpatrick br em trust obey em tune trust obey daniel b towner br em we gather together em arrangement latin translation eduard kremser english translation theodore baker br br |
| 2601 |
2575 |
2930 |
No Clue! A Mystery Story |
James Hay |
Detective Fiction |
<p>“No Clue! A Mystery Story” finds detective Jefferson Hastings at the home of wealthy but eccentric Arthur Sloane one hot summer night, when two other guests at Sloanehurst stumble across the body of young Mildred Brace lying dead on the lawn. Sloane’s daughter Lucille asks Hastings to help solve the crime, but Hastings gets surprisingly little help from anybody he interviews, including Mr. Sloane himself and even the mother of the victim. With few clues to aid him and nobody beyond suspicion, including himself, seemingly rock solid alibis begin to fall apart, expanding the list of potential suspects, and Hastings must rely on subtle expressions and the scant evidence at hand to try to solve the murder. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/no-clue-a-mystery-story-by-james-hay/ |
p no clue mystery story finds detective jefferson hastings home wealthy eccentric arthur sloane one hot summer night two guests sloanehurst stumble across body young mildred brace lying dead lawn sloane s daughter lucille asks hastings help solve crime hastings gets surprisingly little help anybody interviews including mr sloane even mother victim clues aid nobody beyond suspicion including himself seemingly rock solid alibis begin fall apart expanding list potential suspects hastings must rely subtle expressions scant evidence hand try solve murder summary roger melin p |
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2576 |
2931 |
Märchen - Almanach auf das Jahr 1827 |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Hauffs Märchen entstanden in der Spätromantik. Der zweite Band um den Scheik von Alessandria und seine Sklaven verlässt den rein orientalischen Handlungsraum; Zwerg Nase und zwei von Wilhelm Grimm übernommene Märchen (in dieser Aufnahme nicht enthalten) stehen in der europäischen Märchentradition.<br>(Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br>Der Scheik von Alessandria und seine Sklaven (Rahmenerzählung)<br>Der Zwerg Nase<br>Abner, der Jude, der nichts gesehen hat<br>Der Affe als Mensch<br>Die Geschichte Almansors</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/marchen-almanach-auf-das-jahr-1827-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
p hauffs märchen entstanden der spätromantik der zweite band um den scheik von alessandria und seine sklaven verlässt den rein orientalischen handlungsraum zwerg nase und zwei von wilhelm grimm übernommene märchen in dieser aufnahme nicht enthalten stehen der europäischen märchentradition br summary wikipedia br br der scheik von alessandria und seine sklaven rahmenerzählung br der zwerg nase br abner der jude der nichts gesehen hat br der affe als mensch br die geschichte almansors p |
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2577 |
2932 |
Bible (ABU) 19: Psalms |
American Bible Union |
Bibles |
<p>This 1871 revision of The Psalms by the American Bible Union is based on the "Common Version," another name for the 1833 revision of the King James Version of The Bible by Noah Webster. (Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-from-american-bible-union/ |
p this 1871 revision psalms american bible union based common version another name 1833 revision king james version bible noah webster summary mark penfold p |
| 2604 |
2578 |
2933 |
Traveller-heart |
Vachel Lindsay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>The Traveller-heart</em> by Vachel Lindsay. This was the weekly poetry project for February 22nd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-traveller-heart-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em the traveller heart em vachel lindsay weekly poetry project february 22nd 2009 p |
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2579 |
2934 |
Baby |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of <em>Baby</em> by George MacDonald. This was the fortnightly poetry project for February 22nd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/baby-by-george-macdonald/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings em baby em george macdonald fortnightly poetry project february 22nd 2009 p |
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2587 |
2942 |
Short Poetry Collection 180 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 50 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for May 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-180-by-various/ |
collection 50 poems read english librivox volunteers may 2018 |
| 2607 |
2581 |
2936 |
What Diantha Did |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman |
General Fiction |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman opens a window of history through which we can see a small part of the determined efforts made by women to elevate the circumstances of women in the early 20th century.<P>Diantha Bell is a normal young woman desiring marriage and a home, but also a challenging career in a new territory which raises many eyebrows and sets malicious tongues wagging. Her effort to elevate housework and cooking to a regulated and even scientific business, for the relief of homemakers, is a depiction of the late 19th century movement to promote Domestic Science, or Home Economics, as a means of providing more healthful home life, as well as career paths for women.<P>Diantha's business prospers as she shows her excellent gifts of administration, organization and homemaking. She grows an empire, and brings happiness and wholesomeness to every area of endeavor which she carefully attempts.<P>The improvements in women's opportunities have not been available very long, indeed.<P>This is a good reminder.</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/what-diantha-did-by-charlotte-perkins-gilman/ |
charlotte perkins gilman opens window history see small part determined efforts made women elevate circumstances women early 20th century p diantha bell normal young woman desiring marriage home also challenging career new territory raises many eyebrows sets malicious tongues wagging effort elevate housework cooking regulated even scientific business relief homemakers depiction late 19th century movement promote domestic science home economics means providing healthful home life well career paths women p diantha s business prospers shows excellent gifts administration organization homemaking grows empire brings happiness wholesomeness every area endeavor carefully attempts p the improvements women s opportunities available long indeed p this good reminder p |
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2582 |
2937 |
Reis om de Wereld in 80 Dagen |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<P>De held van het verhaal is Phileas Fogg, die een weddenschap aangaat dat hij in tachtig dagen om de wereld kan reizen. Vergezeld van zijn knecht Passepartout gaat hij van start, maar al vanaf de allereerste dag wordt hij tegengewerkt door inspecteur Fix van Scotland Yard.</P> |
Dutch |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/de-reis-om-de-wereld-in-80-dagen-door-jules-verne/ |
p de held van het verhaal phileas fogg die een weddenschap aangaat dat hij tachtig dagen om de wereld kan reizen vergezeld van zijn knecht passepartout gaat hij van start maar al vanaf de allereerste dag wordt hij tegengewerkt door inspecteur fix van scotland yard p |
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2583 |
2938 |
Beetle |
Richard Marsh |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />A story about a mysterious oriental figure who pursues a British politician to London, where he wreaks havoc with his powers of hypnosis and shape-shifting, Marsh's novel is of a piece with other sensational turn-of-the-century fictions such as Stoker's Dracula, George du Maurier's Trilby, and Sax Rohmer's Fu Manchu novels. Like <em>Dracula</em> and many of the sensation novels pioneered by Wilkie Collins and others in the 1860s, <em>The Beetle</em> is narrated from the perspectives of multiple characters, a technique used in many late nineteenth-century novels (those of Wilkie Collins and Stoker, for example) to create suspense.<br /><br />\n\nRichard Marsh was the pseudonym of the British author born Richard Bernard Heldmann. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-beetle-by-richard-marsh/ |
br a story mysterious oriental figure pursues british politician london wreaks havoc powers hypnosis shape shifting marsh s novel piece sensational turn of the century fictions stoker s dracula george du maurier s trilby sax rohmer s fu manchu novels like em dracula em many sensation novels pioneered wilkie collins others 1860s em the beetle em narrated perspectives multiple characters technique used many late nineteenth century novels those wilkie collins stoker example create suspense br br richard marsh pseudonym british author born richard bernard heldmann summary wikipedia br br |
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2584 |
2939 |
History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy, Vol. 2 |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p> History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy is an historical account by Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527). Toward the end of 1520, the Cardinal Giulio of Medici, later Pope Clement VII, offered Machiavelli the appointment to write a history of Florence. Although Machiavelli was reluctant to accept, accepting was at that time his only possible way to regain the good graces of the Medici. Doing the history also provided a way for Machiavelli’s views to become the “official” history of Florentine and Italian affairs. Once completed, the work was presented officially to Giulio, now Pope, in May of 1526. The translator is unknown, but the copyright has been cleared by Wikipedia. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/hist-of-florence-vol-2-by-machiavelli/ |
p history florence affairs italy historical account niccolò machiavelli 1469 1527 toward end 1520 cardinal giulio medici later pope clement vii offered machiavelli appointment write history florence although machiavelli reluctant accept accepting time possible way regain good graces medici history also provided way machiavelli s views become official history florentine italian affairs completed work presented officially giulio pope may 1526 translator unknown copyright cleared wikipedia summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
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2585 |
2940 |
Жития Святых, т. 06 - февруарий (Zhitiia Sviatykh, v. 06 - February) |
Saint Dimitry of Rostov |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам: якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть, всю же поднебесную просвещают, тыяжде и от Индиан зрятся, ни сокрываются от скифов, землю озаряют, и морю светят, и плавающих корабли управляют: ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради, обаче светлей доброте их чудимся. Сице и светлость святых, аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех, но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны: чудимся тех житию, и удивляемся славе, еюже Бог угодившыя Ему прославляет.</p> <p>[St. Symeon Metaphrastes on the Lives of the Saints, 10th century A. D. ENGLISH TRANSLATION: The lives and the eulogies of the Saints resemble, by their luminosity, the stars: for as the stars, firmly studded in the firmament as they are, illume the entire universe, and the same stars are beheld by the Indians, and are not hid from the Scythians, and shed their radiance over the earth and the seas, and show the way to the ships: and even if we know not their names for their multitude’s sake, we as yet admire their brilliant loveliness. So, too, doeth the brilliance of the Saints, even when their relics are shut under a tombstone, yet their miracles in the entire universe are not bound by earthly confines: we admire their lives and wonder at the glory wherewith God glorifieth those who have pleased Him.</p> <p>This succinct description is found as introduction to each of the 12 volumes of the Church Slavonic Lives.]</p> |
Church Slavonic |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kniga-zitij-svjatyh-na-mesjac-fevruarii-by-dimitrij-saint-metropolitan-of-rostov/ |
p жития и похвалы святых подобятся светлостию звездам якоже бо звезды положением на небеси утвержденны суть всю же поднебесную просвещают тыяжде и от индиан зрятся ни сокрываются от скифов землю озаряют и морю светят и плавающих корабли управляют ихже имен аще и не вемы множества ради обаче светлей доброте их чудимся сице и светлость святых аще и затворены суть мощи их во гробех но силы их в поднебесней земными пределы не суть определенны чудимся тех житию и удивляемся славе еюже бог угодившыя ему прославляет p p st symeon metaphrastes lives saints 10th century a d english translation lives eulogies saints resemble luminosity stars stars firmly studded firmament are illume entire universe stars beheld indians hid scythians shed radiance earth seas show way ships even know names multitude s sake yet admire brilliant loveliness so too doeth brilliance saints even relics shut tombstone yet miracles entire universe bound earthly confines admire lives wonder glory wherewith god glorifieth pleased him p p this succinct description found introduction 12 volumes church slavonic lives p |
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2586 |
2941 |
Poesias Infantis |
Olavo Bilac |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
<p>Esta é uma recolha de poesias infantis, do autor brasileiro Olavo Bilac, lidas em português por uma criança brasileira.<br><br>This is a collection of children's poems by the Brazilian writer Olavo Bilac, read by a Brazilian child. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/poesias-infantis-by-olavo-bilac/ |
p esta é uma recolha de poesias infantis autor brasileiro olavo bilac lidas em português por uma criança brasileira br br this collection children s poems brazilian writer olavo bilac read brazilian child summary leni p |
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2588 |
2943 |
My Life on the Plains |
George Armstrong Custer |
Biography & Autobiography |
George Armstrong Custer (December 5, 1839 – June 25, 1876), one of the most mythologized figures in American history, was an United States Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War and the Indian Wars. He eventually met his fate in the battle of Little Big Horn in one of the most notable defeats of American armed forces.</p><p>My Life on the Plains is an autobiographical first-hand account of the Indian Wars of 1867-1869, detailing the winter campaign of 1868 in which Custer led the 7th US cavalry against the Cheyenne indians. The book is a historical document of the perspectives and attitudes of it's age and author as well as an account of army life during the expeditions of the Indian Wars. Expect a fair amount of masculine bravado, historical fact-bending and quite a few stomach-turning descriptions of violence from both the indians and the cavalry. (Summary by Illiterati)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/my-life-on-the-plains-by-gen-george-a-custer/ |
george armstrong custer december 5 1839 june 25 1876 one mythologized figures american history united states army officer cavalry commander american civil war indian wars eventually met fate battle little big horn one notable defeats american armed forces p p my life plains autobiographical first hand account indian wars 1867 1869 detailing winter campaign 1868 custer led 7th us cavalry cheyenne indians book historical document perspectives attitudes age author well account army life expeditions indian wars expect fair amount masculine bravado historical fact bending quite stomach turning descriptions violence indians cavalry summary illiterati p |
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2589 |
2944 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 011 |
Various |
Short non-fiction |
<p>A collection of sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, articles, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass a diverse range of subject matter including history, science, nature, feminism, humor, religion and politics. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-011/ |
p a collection sixteen short nonfiction works public domain essays articles speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass diverse range subject matter including history science nature feminism humor religion politics summary j m smallheer p |
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2590 |
2945 |
Confidences d'un joueur de clarinette (dramatic reading) |
Alexandre Chatrian |
Dramatic Readings, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Après la mort de sa mère, Kasper, joueur de clarinette, a vécu chez son oncle Konrad avec Margrédel, sa cousine dont il était épris. Se remémorant sa jeunesse, il nous conte son histoire poignante. <br/></p> \n\n<u>Personnages :</u>\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a> - Narrateur/Kasper.\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2596">Christian</a> - Conrad Stavolo, Mériâne, Docteur Lehmann, Tonnelier Gross, un vieil homme, Summer, Curé Jeronimus.\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a> - Margrédel, un enfant, Vétérinaire Hirsch, un garçon, Greffier Brêmer, Watchmann, Nicolas, un homme, jeune gens.\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4724">Stanley</a> - Yéri-Hans fils, jeunes gens. \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a> - une fille, Anne Durlach, jeunes gens. \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2776">Emy</a> - Christine. \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1840">Bernard</a> - Maître Bastian.\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a> - Mère Robichond. \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a> - Mme Diederich, Catherine Vogel\n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2154">Claude Covo-Farchi</a> - Madame Seypel \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a> - Sophia Schlick \n<br/><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5525">Dan Mewton</a> - Waldhorn</p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/confidences-dun-joueur-de-clarinette-by-emile-erckmann/ |
p après la mort de sa mère kasper joueur de clarinette vécu chez son oncle konrad avec margrédel sa cousine dont il était épris se remémorant sa jeunesse il nous conte son histoire poignante br p u personnages u br a href https librivox org reader 1817 aldor a narrateur kasper br a href https librivox org reader 2596 christian a conrad stavolo mériâne docteur lehmann tonnelier gross un vieil homme summer curé jeronimus br a href https librivox org reader 123 ezwa a margrédel un enfant vétérinaire hirsch un garçon greffier brêmer watchmann nicolas un homme jeune gens br a href https librivox org reader 4724 stanley a yéri hans fils jeunes gens br a href https librivox org reader 1998 sonja a une fille anne durlach jeunes gens br a href https librivox org reader 2776 emy a christine br a href https librivox org reader 1840 bernard a maître bastian br a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a mère robichond br a href https librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a mme diederich catherine vogel br a href https librivox org reader 2154 claude covo farchi a madame seypel br a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a sophia schlick br a href https librivox org reader 5525 dan mewton a waldhorn p |
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2591 |
2946 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 013 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-013/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
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2592 |
2947 |
Thaw |
Edward Thomas |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>Thaw</em> by Edward Thomas. This was the weekly poetry project for March 1st, 2009.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/thaw-by-edward-thomas/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em thaw em edward thomas weekly poetry project march 1st 2009 p |
| 2618 |
2593 |
2948 |
Machine Stops (version 2) |
E. M. Forster |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Published in 1909, this science fiction short story takes place in a future where mankind, seemingly no longer able to survive on earth's surface, exists in a vast underground civilization known as "The Machine". Each individual lives in an isolated, fully-automated cell-like room, connected to global information and communication systems, but cut off from all direct experience. The narrative focuses on Vashti, an "advanced" mother whose total dependence upon The Machine has led her (like most others) to increasingly reverence and even worship it; and her "untechnological" son, Kuno, who has begun to deny The Machine's omnipotence and even seeks to escape if possible. Kuno's radical views are validated as the The Machine's systems begin to malfunction and eventually fail completely.<br /><br />The story has proved to be far ahead of its time, with remarkably accurate predictions of modern technologies, and paints a chilling picture of over-dependence on them. This recording marks the 100th anniversary of the original publishing. (Summary by Jerome Lawsen)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-stops-by-em-forster/ |
p published 1909 science fiction short story takes place future mankind seemingly longer able survive earth s surface exists vast underground civilization known the machine individual lives isolated fully automated cell like room connected global information communication systems cut direct experience narrative focuses vashti advanced mother whose total dependence upon machine led like others increasingly reverence even worship it untechnological son kuno begun deny machine s omnipotence even seeks escape possible kuno s radical views validated machine s systems begin malfunction eventually fail completely br br the story proved far ahead time remarkably accurate predictions modern technologies paints chilling picture over dependence them recording marks 100th anniversary original publishing summary jerome lawsen p |
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2594 |
2949 |
Mastery of Destiny |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
James Allen's inspirational and thought-provoking books have inspired millions. In <i>The Mastery of Destiny</i>, he instructs readers on developing self-control, willpower, concentration, and motivation. Through discipline and mindfulness, we can create a life of unending happiness, prosperity, and, most importantly, self-mastery. (Summary by Andrea Fiore)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-mastery-of-destiny-by-james-allen/ |
james allen s inspirational thought provoking books inspired millions i the mastery destiny i instructs readers developing self control willpower concentration motivation discipline mindfulness create life unending happiness prosperity and importantly self mastery summary andrea fiore p |
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2598 |
2954 |
Trail of the Lonesome Pine |
John, Jr. Fox |
Romance |
The Trail of the Lonesome Pine is a 1908 romance novel/western novel written by John Fox, Jr.. The novel became Fox's most successful, and was included among the top ten list of bestselling novels for 1908 and 1909.\n\nSet in the Appalachian Mountains at the turn of the twentieth century, a feud has been boiling for over thirty years between two influential mountain families: the Tollivers and the Falins. The outside world and industrialization, however, is beginning to enter the area. Coal mining begins to exert its influence on the area, despite of the two families feuds. Entering the area, enterprising "furriner" (foreigner) John Hale captures the attention of the beautiful June Tolliver, and inadvertently becomes entangled in the region's politics. (Summary Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-trail-of-the-lonesome-pine-by-john-fox-jnr/ |
trail lonesome pine 1908 romance novel western novel written john fox jr novel became fox s successful included among top ten list bestselling novels 1908 1909 set appalachian mountains turn twentieth century feud boiling thirty years two influential mountain families tollivers falins outside world industrialization however beginning enter area coal mining begins exert influence area despite two families feuds entering area enterprising furriner foreigner john hale captures attention beautiful june tolliver inadvertently becomes entangled region s politics summary wikipedia p |
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2599 |
2955 |
Money Moon: A Romance |
John Jeffery Farnol |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>The Money Moon</i> is a light-hearted romance. Jilted in love, our American millionaire hero, George Bellow, takes a walking tour of the Kent countryside to overcome the “Haunting Spectre of the Might Have Been”. Along the way he makes friends with a young boy out to discover a fortune to save his Aunt Anthea from having to sell the family estate and George discovers his ideal “Arcadia” and true love. (Summary by John Lieder)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-money-moon-a-romance-by-jeffery-farnol/ |
p i the money moon i light hearted romance jilted love american millionaire hero george bellow takes walking tour kent countryside overcome haunting spectre might been along way makes friends young boy discover fortune save aunt anthea sell family estate george discovers ideal arcadia true love summary john lieder p |
| 2622 |
2600 |
2956 |
Last Days of Pompeii |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Historical Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br /><i>Last Days of Pompeii</i> is a novel written by Edward Bulwer-Lytton in 1834. Once a very widely read book and now relatively neglected, it culminates in the cataclysmic destruction of the city of Pompeii by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.<br /><br />The novel uses its characters to contrast the decadent culture of first-century Rome with both older cultures and coming trends. The protagonist, Glaucus, represents the Greeks who have been subordinated by Rome, and his nemesis Arbaces the still older culture of Egypt. Olinthus is the chief representative of the nascent Christian religion, which is presented favorably but not uncritically. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/last-days-of-pompeii-by-edward-bulwer-lytton/ |
br i last days pompeii i novel written edward bulwer lytton 1834 widely read book relatively neglected culminates cataclysmic destruction city pompeii eruption mount vesuvius 79 ad br br the novel uses characters contrast decadent culture first century rome older cultures coming trends protagonist glaucus represents greeks subordinated rome nemesis arbaces still older culture egypt olinthus chief representative nascent christian religion presented favorably uncritically summary wikipedia br br |
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2601 |
2958 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 14) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Early Modern |
<p>This is volume 3 chapter 14 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics. (Jim Mowatt)</p><p>This volume covers various 17th century events including a military campaign in Ireland and the Church of England oath-swearing controversy, in which some clergymen refused to swear an oath to King William and Queen Mary required by the crown (Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/hist-of-england-thru-james-ii-vol-3-ch-14-by-macaulay/ |
p this volume 3 chapter 14 series books written baron macaulay 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p p this volume covers various 17th century events including military campaign ireland church england oath swearing controversy clergymen refused swear oath king william queen mary required crown karen merline p |
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2602 |
2960 |
Sabotage |
Elizabeth Gurley Flynn |
Education, Political Science |
<p>Elizabeth Gurley Flynn was a leading American socialist and feminist. Her book "Sabotage, the conscious withdrawal of the workers' industrial efficiency" was written to explain the utility and legality of sabotage. (Summary by Enko)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/sabatoge-by-elizabeth-gurley-flynn/ |
p elizabeth gurley flynn leading american socialist feminist book sabotage conscious withdrawal workers industrial efficiency written explain utility legality sabotage summary enko p |
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2603 |
2961 |
House of the Seven Gables |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
General Fiction |
<p>"The wrongdoing of one generation lives into the successive ones and... becomes a pure and uncontrollable mischief." Hawthorne's moral for "The House of the Seven Gables," taken from the Preface, accurately presages his story. The full weight of the gloomy mansion of the title seems to sit on the fortunes of the Pyncheon family. An ancestor took advantage of the Salem witch trials to wrest away the land whereon the house would be raised... but the land's owner, about to be executed as a wizard, cursed the Pyncheon family until such time as they should make restitution.<br /><br />Now, almost two centuries later, the family is in real distress. Hepzibah, an old maid and resident of the house, is forced by advanced poverty to open a shop in a part of the house. Her brother Clifford has just been released from prison after serving a thirty-year sentence for murder, and his mind struggles to maintain any kind of hold on reality. Cousin Judge Jaffrey Pyncheon is making himself odious by threatening to have Clifford committed to an institution. And after all these years, the deed to a vast tract of land, that would settle great wealth on the family, is still missing.<br /><br />One bright ray of sunshine enters the house when cousin Phoebe arrives for an extended stay to allow unhappy matters in her end of the family to sort themselves out. While she lightens the lives of Hepzibah and Clifford, she also attracts the attention of a mysterious lodger named Holgrave, who has placed himself near the Pyncheon family for reasons that only come clear at the end of the story.<br /><br />The real crisis arrives when the Judge, who strongly resembles the Colonel Pyncheon who built the house so many years ago, steps up his demands on Hepzibah and Clifford and unwittingly triggers the curse. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-seven-gables-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
p the wrongdoing one generation lives successive ones and becomes pure uncontrollable mischief hawthorne s moral the house seven gables taken preface accurately presages story full weight gloomy mansion title seems sit fortunes pyncheon family ancestor took advantage salem witch trials wrest away land whereon house would raised land s owner executed wizard cursed pyncheon family time make restitution br br now almost two centuries later family real distress hepzibah old maid resident house forced advanced poverty open shop part house brother clifford released prison serving thirty year sentence murder mind struggles maintain kind hold reality cousin judge jaffrey pyncheon making odious threatening clifford committed institution years deed vast tract land would settle great wealth family still missing br br one bright ray sunshine enters house cousin phoebe arrives extended stay allow unhappy matters end family sort out lightens lives hepzibah clifford also attracts attention mysterious lodger named holgrave placed near pyncheon family reasons come clear end story br br the real crisis arrives judge strongly resembles colonel pyncheon built house many years ago steps demands hepzibah clifford unwittingly triggers curse summary mark f smith p |
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2604 |
2962 |
Manners, Customs and Dress During the Middle Ages and During the Renaissance Period |
Jean de la Lacroix |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<br />A comprehensive and detailed account of medieval life and culture in France, with reference to other parts of Europe, including chapters on private life, food, hunting, games and pastimes, costume, privileges and rights, justice, commerce, finance, and punishments. The online text of the book has over 400 contemporary illustrations. <BR /><BR /><strong>Warning: Sections 27 and 28, Punishments, may be disturbing to those of a sensitive disposition. </strong>(Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/manners-customs-and-dress-during-the-middle-ages-and-during-the-renaissance-period-by-paul-lacroix/ |
br a comprehensive detailed account medieval life culture france reference parts europe including chapters private life food hunting games pastimes costume privileges rights justice commerce finance punishments online text book 400 contemporary illustrations br br strong warning sections 27 28 punishments may disturbing sensitive disposition strong summary ruth golding br br |
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2605 |
2963 |
Bible (KJV) 10: 2 Samuel |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The reign of King David.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-2-samuel-kjv/ |
reign king david p |
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2606 |
2964 |
אסופת מסות ומאמרים Selection of Essays and Articles |
אליעזר בן־יהודה Eliezer Ben-Yehuda |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Eliezer Izhak Perlman (1858-1922) signed his articles as E. Ben Yehuda. He was a key figure in the revival of Hebrew as a spoken language. He regarded Hebrew and Zionism as symbiotic: "The Hebrew language can live only if we revive the nation and return it to the fatherland," he wrote. Ben Yehuda wrote essays and articles preaching for the use of Hebrew at schools and at home. His was the first family to do so, but it took more than 20 years before there were 10 more families in Jerusalem who spoke only Hebrew at home. Ben Yehuda was the editor of several Hebrew-language newspapers and became the driving spirit behind the establishment of the Committee of the Hebrew Language, later The Academy of the Hebrew Language, an organization that still exists today. He was also the author of the first modern Hebrew Dictionary coining a large number of new words, many of them in use today. The following is a selection of his articles. (Summary by Omri Lernau following Wikipedia.)<br /></p> |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selection-of-essays-and-articles-by-eliezer-ben-yehuda/ |
p eliezer izhak perlman 1858 1922 signed articles e ben yehuda key figure revival hebrew spoken language regarded hebrew zionism symbiotic the hebrew language live revive nation return fatherland wrote ben yehuda wrote essays articles preaching use hebrew schools home first family so took 20 years 10 families jerusalem spoke hebrew home ben yehuda editor several hebrew language newspapers became driving spirit behind establishment committee hebrew language later academy hebrew language organization still exists today also author first modern hebrew dictionary coining large number new words many use today following selection articles summary omri lernau following wikipedia br p |
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2607 |
2965 |
His Dog |
Albert Payson Terhune |
General Fiction |
Albert Payson Terhune, perhaps best known for his book <i>Lad, a Dog</i> (later turned into a popular movie), was also a breeder of collies and a journalist. Some of his collie lines survive to this day.<br /><br /><i>His Dog</i> is a story about Link Ferris who finds an injured dog on his way home one evening. Knowing nothing about dogs, Link nurses the dog back to health and the two form a bond such as only can be formed between human and canine. Unable to locate the collie's owner, Link christens his dog 'Chum' who becomes invaluable in tending to the daily needs of his meager farm.<br /><br />Unknown to Ferris however, Chum's original owners have been looking for their lost collie, and the story finds Link torn between that which he knows is morally right and his love for what he believes has become <i>his dog</i>. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/his-dog-by-albert-payson-terhune/ |
albert payson terhune perhaps best known book i lad dog i later turned popular movie also breeder collies journalist collie lines survive day br br i his dog i story link ferris finds injured dog way home one evening knowing nothing dogs link nurses dog back health two form bond formed human canine unable locate collie s owner link christens dog chum becomes invaluable tending daily needs meager farm br br unknown ferris however chum s original owners looking lost collie story finds link torn knows morally right love believes become i his dog i summary roger melin p |
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2608 |
2966 |
Crimes of England |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, History |
<p>"Second, when telling such lies as may seem necessary to your international standing, do not tell the lies to the people who know the truth. Do not tell the Eskimos that snow is bright green; nor tell the negroes in Africa that the sun never shines in that Dark Continent. Rather tell the Eskimos that the sun never shines in Africa; and then, turning to the tropical Africans, see if they will believe that snow is green. Similarly, the course indicated for you is to slander the Russians to the English and the English to the Russians; and there are hundreds of good old reliable slanders which can still be used against both of them. There are probably still Russians who believe that every English gentleman puts a rope round his wife's neck and sells her in Smithfield. There are certainly still Englishmen who believe that every Russian gentleman takes a rope to his wife's back and whips her every day. But these stories, picturesque and useful as they are, have a limit to their use like everything else; and the limit consists in the fact that they are not true, and that there necessarily exists a group of persons who know they are not true. It is so with matters of fact about which you asseverate so positively to us, as if they were matters of opinion." (Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/crimes-of-england-by-chesterton/ |
p second telling lies may seem necessary international standing tell lies people know truth tell eskimos snow bright green tell negroes africa sun never shines dark continent rather tell eskimos sun never shines africa then turning tropical africans see believe snow green similarly course indicated slander russians english english russians hundreds good old reliable slanders still used them probably still russians believe every english gentleman puts rope round wife s neck sells smithfield certainly still englishmen believe every russian gentleman takes rope wife s back whips every day stories picturesque useful are limit use like everything else limit consists fact true necessarily exists group persons know true matters fact asseverate positively us matters opinion gilbert keith chesterton p |
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2609 |
2968 |
Jumblies |
Edward Lear |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of <em>The Jumblies</em> by Edward Lear. This was the fortnightly poetry project for March 8th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-jumblies-by-edward-lear/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings em the jumblies em edward lear fortnightly poetry project march 8th 2009 p |
| 2632 |
2610 |
2969 |
Life (Bronte Version) |
Charlotte Brontë |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>Life</em> by Charlotte Brontë. This was the weekly poetry project for March 8th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/life-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em life em charlotte brontë weekly poetry project march 8th 2009 p |
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2611 |
2970 |
Short Poetry Collection 077 |
Various |
Poetry |
<P>This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of March 2009.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-077/ |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month march 2009 p |
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2612 |
2971 |
Marquise von O… |
Heinrich von Kleist |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Ausgangspunkt der „Marquise von O.“ ist die skandalöse Begebenheit einer unwissentlich zustande gekommenen Schwangerschaft. Durch verschiedene sprachliche Mittel wird der Geschichte ein Eindruck von Authentizität verliehen. Zu diesen Mitteln zählen beispielsweise der Untertitel „Nach einer wahren Begebenheit, deren Schauplatz von Norden nach dem Süden verlegt worden“ sowie die Abkürzung der in der Novelle erwähnten Orts- und Personennamen. Letztere legt eine tatsächliche Existenz von Figuren nahe, deren Identität nicht preisgegeben werden darf. Der tatsächliche Wahrheitsgehalt der Novelle ist jedoch fraglich. \n(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/marquise-von-o-by-heinrich-von-kleist/ |
ausgangspunkt der marquise von o ist die skandalöse begebenheit einer unwissentlich zustande gekommenen schwangerschaft durch verschiedene sprachliche mittel wird der geschichte ein eindruck von authentizität verliehen zu diesen mitteln zählen beispielsweise der untertitel nach einer wahren begebenheit deren schauplatz von norden nach dem süden verlegt worden sowie die abkürzung der der novelle erwähnten orts und personennamen letztere legt eine tatsächliche existenz von figuren nahe deren identität nicht preisgegeben werden darf der tatsächliche wahrheitsgehalt der novelle ist jedoch fraglich summary wikipedia p |
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2613 |
2972 |
Book of Dragons |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A dragon who flies out of a magical book; one whose purr quiets a fussy baby; another who eats an entire pack of tame hunting-hippopotomuses: These eight dragon tales are filled with the imaginative wit of children's author Edith Nesbit. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-dragons-by-e-nesbit/ |
p a dragon flies magical book one whose purr quiets fussy baby another eats entire pack tame hunting hippopotomuses eight dragon tales filled imaginative wit children s author edith nesbit summary laurie anne walden p |
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2614 |
2973 |
Juha |
Juhani Aho |
Published 1900 onward |
Juha on Juhani Ahon vuonna 1911 ilmestynyt romaani. Sitä pidetään yhtenä kirjailijansa merkittävimmistä teoksista. Juhan ilmestyessä Aho oli jo vakiinnuttanut paikkansa Suomen "kansalliskirjailijana". Romaania on luonnehdittu Ahon teoksista klassisimmaksi ja samalla nykyaikaisimmaksi. Eeppisestä muodostaan huolimatta Juha on täynnä sisäistä draamaa.</p> <p>Juha sijoittuu tarkasti määrittelemättömään historialliseen aikaan, tarinassa viitatun kaskenpolton ja heimosotien perusteella kenties 1600- tai 1700-luvulle. Ajankohtaa ei kuitenkaan pidetä erityisen tärkeänä, sillä kyse on ikuisesta, ajattomasta aiheesta. Tapahtumapaikka on yhtä epämääräinen, kenties Kainuu tai Pohjois-Karjala, joka tapauksessa Suomen ja Venäjän rajaseutu. On mahdollista, että Juha perustuu kansan suussa kulkeneeseen legendaan, jossa kainuulainen emäntä katosi Venäjän puolelle ja palasi takaisin talon karjan mukana. <br/>(Kuvaus Wikipediasta)<BR><BR>Additional information: this project was started by Ylex_tänään; also active in this project (apart from the readers) were: Illiterati, TriciaG, Maire Rhode and Catish. Juhani Aho was a pseudonym for Johannes Brofeldt. </p> |
Finnish |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/juha-kirjoittanut-juhani-aho/ |
juha juhani ahon vuonna 1911 ilmestynyt romaani sitä pidetään yhtenä kirjailijansa merkittävimmistä teoksista juhan ilmestyessä aho oli jo vakiinnuttanut paikkansa suomen kansalliskirjailijana romaania luonnehdittu ahon teoksista klassisimmaksi ja samalla nykyaikaisimmaksi eeppisestä muodostaan huolimatta juha täynnä sisäistä draamaa p p juha sijoittuu tarkasti määrittelemättömään historialliseen aikaan tarinassa viitatun kaskenpolton ja heimosotien perusteella kenties 1600 tai 1700 luvulle ajankohtaa ei kuitenkaan pidetä erityisen tärkeänä sillä kyse ikuisesta ajattomasta aiheesta tapahtumapaikka yhtä epämääräinen kenties kainuu tai pohjois karjala joka tapauksessa suomen ja venäjän rajaseutu mahdollista että juha perustuu kansan suussa kulkeneeseen legendaan jossa kainuulainen emäntä katosi venäjän puolelle ja palasi takaisin talon karjan mukana br kuvaus wikipediasta br br additional information project started ylex_tänään also active project apart readers were illiterati triciag maire rhode catish juhani aho pseudonym johannes brofeldt p |
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2615 |
2974 |
Duchess of Malfi |
John Webster |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
John Webster's bloody Jacobean tragedy exposes the decadence of the Italian court. The virtuous Duchess of Malfi, a young widow, secretly marries her steward Antonio, and is subsequently persecuted by her brothers: the sexually obsessed and eventually mad Ferdinand, and the corrupt Cardinal. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett).<br /><br /><strong>Characters:</strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Narrator/Stage Directions & Castruccio -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">BellonaTimes</a></li>\n<li>Delio -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a></li>\n<li>Antonio -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a></li>\n<li>Bosola -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a></li>\n<li>Cardinal, 2nd Servant, 2nd Officer, Executioner -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3724">jonesy</a></li>\n<li>Ferdinand -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a></li>\n<li>Silvio -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a></li>\n<li>Roderigo -- <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/1823">David Muncaster</a></li>\n<li>Grisolan -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a></li>\n<li>Cariola -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a></li>\n<li>Duchess, Cardinal's Servant, 3rd Officer -- <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a></li>\n<li>Old Lady -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3843">storm</a></li>\n<li>1st Servant, 1st Officer, Servant -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3916">Daniel Hutton</a></li>\n<li>Julia -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3526">Bereni</a></li>\n<li>4th Officer, 4th Madman, Malatesti -- <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a></li>\n<li>Pescara -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a></li>\n<li>1st Pilgrim, 1st Madman -- <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a></li>\n<li>2nd Pilgrim, 2nd Madman-- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a></li>\n<li>2nd Madman, Doctor -- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd</a></li>\n |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-duchess-of-malfi-by-john-webster/ |
john webster s bloody jacobean tragedy exposes decadence italian court virtuous duchess malfi young widow secretly marries steward antonio subsequently persecuted brothers sexually obsessed eventually mad ferdinand corrupt cardinal summary elizabeth klett br br strong characters strong ul li narrator stage directions castruccio a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellonatimes a li li delio a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a li li antonio a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a li li bosola a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a li li cardinal 2nd servant 2nd officer executioner a href http librivox org reader 3724 jonesy a li li ferdinand a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a li li silvio a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a li li roderigo a href http dev librivox org reader 1823 david muncaster a li li grisolan a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a li li cariola a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a li li duchess cardinal s servant 3rd officer a href http dev librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a li li old lady a href http librivox org reader 3843 storm a li li 1st servant 1st officer servant a href http librivox org reader 3916 daniel hutton a li li julia a href http librivox org reader 3526 bereni a li li 4th officer 4th madman malatesti a href http dev librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a li li pescara a href http librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a li li 1st pilgrim 1st madman a href http dev librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a li li 2nd pilgrim 2nd madman a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a li li 2nd madman doctor a href http librivox org reader 1085 hefyd a li |
| 2638 |
2616 |
2975 |
Novelle |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction |
<p>Die Fürstin ist auf einem Spazierritt, als auf einem Jahrmarkt, auf dem auch wilde Tiere ausgestellt sind, ein Feuer ausbricht. Ein entkommener Tiger nähert sich dem Pferd der Fürstin... (Zusammenfassung von Gesine)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p die fürstin ist auf einem spazierritt als auf einem jahrmarkt auf dem auch wilde tiere ausgestellt sind ein feuer ausbricht ein entkommener tiger nähert sich dem pferd der fürstin zusammenfassung von gesine p |
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2617 |
2976 |
Soul Food |
George Douglas Watson |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<p>A guide for Christians to walk a godly life. Covering various practical and spiritual topics.</p>This project was proof listened by Guero and Laura Victoria.<br><br> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/soul-food-by-george-douglas-watson/ |
p a guide christians walk godly life covering various practical spiritual topics p this project proof listened guero laura victoria br br |
| 2640 |
2618 |
2977 |
Persuasion (version 5) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction |
Persuasion is a regency Cinderella-esque tale of a young woman, the beautiful Anne Elliot, who is persuaded from marrying the Naval officer of her heart. It is now almost nine years since she rejected him. Bonaparte has abdicated and England's sailors return home covered in glory. Fredrick Wentworth is now a rich and highly eligible sea captain and the two are curiously thrown together. Will their forgotten affection blossom anew? Or has the captain found another? (Summary by rlowalrus)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-version-5-by-jane-austen/ |
persuasion regency cinderella esque tale young woman beautiful anne elliot persuaded marrying naval officer heart almost nine years since rejected him bonaparte abdicated england s sailors return home covered glory fredrick wentworth rich highly eligible sea captain two curiously thrown together forgotten affection blossom anew captain found another summary rlowalrus p |
| 2641 |
2619 |
2978 |
Song in Spring |
Thomas S. Jones Jr. |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of A Song in Spring by Thomas S. Jones, Jr. This was the weekly poetry project for March 15th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-in-spring-by-thomas-s-jones-jr/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings song spring thomas s jones jr weekly poetry project march 15th 2009 p |
| 2642 |
2628 |
2988 |
Life in a Mediaeval City, Illustrated by York in the XVth Century |
Edwin Benson |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<br />A short and gentle overview of mediaeval life in a large city. It lightly covers the class structure of society, local government, guilds, pageantry and punishment. The author has an easy, rhythmic style which leaves the reader wanting to find out more. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-a-mediaeval-city-illustrated-by-york-in-the-xvth-century-by-edwin-benson/ |
br a short gentle overview mediaeval life large city lightly covers class structure society local government guilds pageantry punishment author easy rhythmic style leaves reader wanting find more summary peter yearsley br br |
| 2643 |
2620 |
2979 |
Van de Koele Meren des Doods |
Frederik van Eeden |
Literary Fiction |
<P>Hedwig Marga de Fontayne is een naïeve, labiele vrouw die haar leven lang balanceert tussen waanzin en rede, liefde en lust, verstand en gevoel, religie en goddeloosheid. Het lukt haar niet om die balans te vinden.<BR><BR>Hedwig is rijk en geniet van weelde, aanzien en luxe, maar leert voor haar leven ten einde is ook de zwartste kanten van het bestaan kennen met verslaving, prostitutie en armoede.<BR><BR>Hedwig is gefascineerd door de dood en de titel is afgeleid van een psalmtekst die in het boek geciteerd wordt: <I>Maar doodgaan scheen haar altijd nog veel beter, nog begeerlijker. Dat zou rust zijn, als die beloofd wordt aan de getrouwen in de psalm, dat zou zachtjes gevoerd worden langs stille wateren langs grote koele meren, dat zou troost zijn, zoals een moeder troost.</I></P> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/van-de-koele-meren-des-doods-by-frederik-van-eeden/ |
p hedwig marga de fontayne een naïeve labiele vrouw die haar leven lang balanceert tussen waanzin en rede liefde en lust verstand en gevoel religie en goddeloosheid het lukt haar niet om die balans te vinden br br hedwig rijk en geniet van weelde aanzien en luxe maar leert voor haar leven ten einde ook de zwartste kanten van het bestaan kennen met verslaving prostitutie en armoede br br hedwig gefascineerd door de dood en de titel afgeleid van een psalmtekst die het boek geciteerd wordt i maar doodgaan scheen haar altijd nog veel beter nog begeerlijker dat zou rust zijn als die beloofd wordt aan de getrouwen de psalm dat zou zachtjes gevoerd worden langs stille wateren langs grote koele meren dat zou troost zijn zoals een moeder troost i p |
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2621 |
2980 |
Honor of the Big Snows |
James Oliver Curwood |
General Fiction, Romance |
What unseen force may have brought young Jan Thoreau and his music from out of the barren lands into the remote camp of Lac Bain, forever changing the lives of those few who lived there? What brought him to the home of John and Melisse Cummins as the latter lay on her death bed? Moreover, what was the great sorrow and overpowering sadness which permeated the life of the young man in the months and years following his arrival, and by what means was he to struggle with <i>The Honor of the Big Snows</i>? (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-honor-of-the-big-snows-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
unseen force may brought young jan thoreau music barren lands remote camp lac bain forever changing lives lived there brought home john melisse cummins latter lay death bed moreover great sorrow overpowering sadness permeated life young man months years following arrival means struggle i the honor big snows i summary roger melin p |
| 2645 |
2622 |
2981 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 2 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>François Pierre Guillaume Guizot was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His "Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narrative, here presented in an easily readable English translation by Robert Black. (Summary from Wikipedia with additions by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/popular_history_of_france_vol2_by_guizot/ |
p françois pierre guillaume guizot french historian orator statesman guizot dominant figure french politics prior revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 popular history france attractive engrossing narrative presented easily readable english translation robert black summary wikipedia additions karen merline p |
| 2646 |
2623 |
2982 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 007 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-007-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 2647 |
2624 |
2983 |
Hope of the Gospel |
George MacDonald |
Christianity - Commentary |
Perhaps most well-known for his fairytales and fantasy stories such as The Golden Key and Phantastes, or for his poetry, George MacDonald was a great spiritual master of the nineteenth century. He spent several years as a minister in his native Scotland; however he was forced to resign his position due to ill health. He had a profound influence on such later writers as G. K. Chesterton and C. S. Lewis – the latter of whom considered MacDonald to be his spiritual father, and edited an anthology of his works.\nIn The Hope of the Gospel, with his ever sagely style, MacDonald explores the essential heart of the gospel that is so often overlooked, both in his day and ours. Dissatisfied with cheap and hasty interpretations of Scripture, MacDonald invites us beneath the surface in a heartfelt meditation on all that Christ came to accomplish. (Summary by Jordan)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-hope-of-the-gospel-by-george-macdonald/ |
perhaps well known fairytales fantasy stories golden key phantastes poetry george macdonald great spiritual master nineteenth century spent several years minister native scotland however forced resign position due ill health profound influence later writers g k chesterton c s lewis latter considered macdonald spiritual father edited anthology works hope gospel ever sagely style macdonald explores essential heart gospel often overlooked day ours dissatisfied cheap hasty interpretations scripture macdonald invites us beneath surface heartfelt meditation christ came accomplish summary jordan p |
| 2648 |
2625 |
2984 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 010 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br></p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-010-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br p |
| 2649 |
2626 |
2985 |
Egyptian Tales, translated from the Papyri, Series One |
William Matthew Flinders Petrie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Brief, and in some cases incomplete, stories of magic from ancient Egypt. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/egyptian-tales-translated-from-the-papyri-series-one-by-w-m-flinders-petrie/ |
p brief cases incomplete stories magic ancient egypt summary timothy ferguson p |
| 2650 |
2630 |
2990 |
Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter (version 2) |
Beatrix Potter |
Animals & Nature |
<p>The Treasury contains nineteen stories written by Beatrix Potter. The most famous story is Peter Rabbit, which features a naughty young rabbit who learns the value of listening to his mother. (Summary by Jenny Lundak)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-big-treasury-of-beatrix-potter-by-beatrix-potter/ |
p the treasury contains nineteen stories written beatrix potter famous story peter rabbit features naughty young rabbit learns value listening mother summary jenny lundak p |
| 2651 |
2631 |
2991 |
Victory |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
Lester del Rey (1915 – 1993) was a Golden Age science fiction author and editor closely connected to John W. Campbell Jr. and Astounding Science Fiction magazine. He also founded Del Rey Books, a popular publishing label he edited with his wife Judy-Lynn. Victory is the story of an undefended Earth in a warring galaxy. It appeared in the August 1955 issue of Astounding Science Fiction. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/victory-by-lester-del-rey/ |
lester del rey 1915 1993 golden age science fiction author editor closely connected john w campbell jr astounding science fiction magazine also founded del rey books popular publishing label edited wife judy lynn victory story undefended earth warring galaxy appeared august 1955 issue astounding science fiction summary gregg margarite p |
| 2652 |
2632 |
2992 |
Widdershins (Version 2) |
Oliver Onions |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Onions wrote several collections of ghost stories, of which the best known is Widdershins (1911). It includes the novella <i>The Beckoning Fair One</i>, widely regarded as one of the best in the genre of horror fiction, especially psychological horror. On the surface, this is a conventional haunted house story: an unsuccessful writer moves into rooms in an otherwise empty house, in the hope that isolation will help his failing creativity. His sensitivity and imagination are enhanced by his seclusion, but his art, his only friend and his sanity are all destroyed in the process. The story can be read as narrating the gradual possession of the protagonist by a mysterious and possessive feminine spirit, or as a realistic description of a psychotic outbreak culminating in catatonia and murder, told from the sufferer's point of view. The precise description of the slow disintegration of the protagonist's mind is terrifying in either case. <br/>Another theme, shared with others of Onions' stories, is a connection between creativity and insanity; in this view, the artist is in danger of withdrawing from the world altogether and losing himself in his creation. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/widdershins-version-2-by-oliver-onions/ |
onions wrote several collections ghost stories best known widdershins 1911 includes novella i the beckoning fair one i widely regarded one best genre horror fiction especially psychological horror surface conventional haunted house story unsuccessful writer moves rooms otherwise empty house hope isolation help failing creativity sensitivity imagination enhanced seclusion art friend sanity destroyed process story read narrating gradual possession protagonist mysterious possessive feminine spirit realistic description psychotic outbreak culminating catatonia murder told sufferer s point view precise description slow disintegration protagonist s mind terrifying either case br another theme shared others onions stories connection creativity insanity view artist danger withdrawing world altogether losing creation introduction wikipedia p |
| 2653 |
2633 |
2993 |
Lenz |
Georg Büchner |
General Fiction |
Büchner schildert in dieser Erzählung, wie der deutsche Schriftsteller Jakob Lenz dem Wahnsinn verfällt.\nVor dem abwechselnd düsteren und grellen Hintergrund der elsässischen Landschaft im Winter,\ntritt die erschütternde Exaktheit in der Schilderung der unausweichlichen Leidensgewalt der Schizophrenie\ndurch die geradezu überwältigende Einfühlungskraft des Autors umso eindrucksvoller hervor. (Summary by Rolf Kaiser)</p> |
German |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/lenz-by-georg-buchner/ |
büchner schildert dieser erzählung wie der deutsche schriftsteller jakob lenz dem wahnsinn verfällt vor dem abwechselnd düsteren und grellen hintergrund der elsässischen landschaft im winter tritt die erschütternde exaktheit der schilderung der unausweichlichen leidensgewalt der schizophrenie durch die geradezu überwältigende einfühlungskraft des autors umso eindrucksvoller hervor summary rolf kaiser p |
| 2654 |
2634 |
2994 |
Wuthering Heights (Version 2) |
Emily Brontë |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
<br />Emily Brontë's only novel, published in 1847 under the pseudonym Ellis Bell, tells the tale of the all-encompassing and passionate, yet thwarted, love between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw, and how this unresolved passion eventually destroys them and many around them. \n\n<br /><br />Now considered a classic of English literature, Wuthering Heights met with mixed reviews by critics when it first appeared, with many horrified by the stark depictions of mental and physical cruelty. Though Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre was originally considered the best of the Brontë sisters' works, many subsequent critics of Wuthering Heights argued that its originality and achievement made it superior. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/wuthering-heights-by-emily-bronte-2/ |
br emily brontë s novel published 1847 pseudonym ellis bell tells tale all encompassing passionate yet thwarted love heathcliff catherine earnshaw unresolved passion eventually destroys many around them br br now considered classic english literature wuthering heights met mixed reviews critics first appeared many horrified stark depictions mental physical cruelty though charlotte brontë s jane eyre originally considered best brontë sisters works many subsequent critics wuthering heights argued originality achievement made superior summary wikipedia br br |
| 2655 |
2635 |
2995 |
Story of Alchemy and the Beginnings of Chemistry |
M. M. Pattison Muir |
*Non-fiction, History , Chemistry |
A light journey through the history of chemistry, from its start in the obscure mysteries of alchemy to what was, for the author, the cutting edge of the development of modern atomic theory ... and whose developing blind ends we can now see with the advantage of hind sight. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-alchemy-by-m-m-pattison-muir/ |
light journey history chemistry start obscure mysteries alchemy was author cutting edge development modern atomic theory whose developing blind ends see advantage hind sight summary peter yearsley p |
| 2656 |
2636 |
2997 |
Bible (KJV) 07: Judges |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The history of the judges of Israel. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-judges-kjv/ |
p the history judges israel summary joy chan p |
| 2657 |
2637 |
2998 |
Penrod |
Booth Tarkington |
Humorous Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Join Penrod Schofield and his wistful dog Duke, in a hilarious romp through turn of the century Indianapolis, chronicling his life, loves, and mostly the trouble he gets into. (Summary by Jonathan)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/penrod-by-booth-tarkington/ |
join penrod schofield wistful dog duke hilarious romp turn century indianapolis chronicling life loves mostly trouble gets into summary jonathan p |
| 2658 |
2638 |
2999 |
Abenteuerliche Simplicissimus Teutsch Teil 1 |
Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen |
Action & Adventure Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Der Abentheuerliche Simplicissimus Teutsch ist ein Schelmenroman von Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen, erschienen 1668. Er wird gemeinhin als das wichtigste Werk seiner Art im 17. Jahrhundert betrachtet. Ferner gilt er als der erste deutschsprachige Abenteuerroman mit stark autobiographischen Zügen, da er die Lebenswege von Autor und Held im Dreißigjährigen Krieg (1618–1648) teilweise zusammenführt, ohne sie freilich zur Deckungsgleichheit zu bringen. (Summary nach Wikipedia)</p>\n\nProoflisteners: Al-Kadi, Buechermaus, Rolf Kaiser, Hokuspokus</p> |
German |
1669 |
https://librivox.org/der-abenteuerliche-simplicissimus-teutsch-teil-1-by-hans-jakob-christoffel-von-grimmelshausen/ |
p der abentheuerliche simplicissimus teutsch ist ein schelmenroman von hans jakob christoffel von grimmelshausen erschienen 1668 er wird gemeinhin als das wichtigste werk seiner art im 17 jahrhundert betrachtet ferner gilt er als der erste deutschsprachige abenteuerroman mit stark autobiographischen zügen da er die lebenswege von autor und held im dreißigjährigen krieg 1618 1648 teilweise zusammenführt ohne sie freilich zur deckungsgleichheit zu bringen summary nach wikipedia p prooflisteners al kadi buechermaus rolf kaiser hokuspokus p |
| 2659 |
2640 |
3001 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 014 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-014/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2660 |
2641 |
3002 |
Betsey and I Are Out |
Will Carleton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of <em>Betsey and I Are Out</em> by Will Carleton. This was the fortnightly poetry project for March 22nd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/betsey-and-i-are-out-by-will-carleton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings em betsey out em carleton fortnightly poetry project march 22nd 2009 p |
| 2661 |
2642 |
3003 |
Lewis and Clark: Meriwether Lewis and William Clark |
William R. Lighton |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Exploration |
In the years 1804, 1805, and 1806, two men commanded an expedition which explored the wilderness that stretched from the mouth of the Missouri River to where the Columbia enters the Pacific, and dedicated to civilization a new empire. Their names were Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. This book relates that adventure from its inception through its completion as well as the effect the expedition had upon the history of the United States. (Summary from the text and Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/lewis-and-clark-by-william-r-lighton/ |
years 1804 1805 1806 two men commanded expedition explored wilderness stretched mouth missouri river columbia enters pacific dedicated civilization new empire names meriwether lewis william clark book relates adventure inception completion well effect expedition upon history united states summary text roger melin p |
| 2662 |
2643 |
3004 |
What I Saw in America |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Travel & Geography |
<p>“Let me begin my American impressions with two impressions I had before I went to America. One was an incident and the other an idea; and when taken together they illustrate the attitude I mean. The first principle is that nobody should be ashamed of thinking a thing funny because it is foreign; the second is that he should be ashamed of thinking it wrong because it is funny.” (Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/what-i-saw-in-america-by-chesterton/ |
p let begin american impressions two impressions went america one incident idea taken together illustrate attitude mean first principle nobody ashamed thinking thing funny foreign second ashamed thinking wrong funny gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2663 |
2644 |
3005 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 003 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the smell of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-003/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine smell human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 2664 |
2645 |
3006 |
Sadhana, The Realisation of Life, version 2 |
Rabindranath Tagore |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<p>A collection of essays on the Hindu/Buddhist view of humankind's place in the universe. As the author says in his introduction: "in these papers, it may be hoped, western readers will have an opportunity of coming into touch with the ancient spirit of India as revealed in our sacred texts and manifested in the life of to-day."<br />Most of the essays were given as lectures before Harvard University in 1916 or before. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/sadhana-by-rabindranath-tagore-v2/ |
p a collection essays hindu buddhist view humankind s place universe author says introduction in papers may hoped western readers opportunity coming touch ancient spirit india revealed sacred texts manifested life to day br most essays given lectures harvard university 1916 before summary peter yearsley p |
| 2665 |
2646 |
3007 |
Niels Klim's Journey under the Ground |
Ludvig, Baron Holberg |
Fantastic Fiction, Satire, Science Fiction |
Niels Klim's Underground Travels, originally published in Latin as "Nicolai Klimii Iter Subterraneum" (1741) is a satirical science-fiction/fantasy novel written by Ludvig Holberg, a Norwegian-Danish dramatist, historian, and essayist, born in Bergen, Norway. It was his first and only novel. It describes a utopian society from an outsider's point of view, and often pokes fun at diverse cultural and social topics such as moral, science, sexual equality, religion, governments, and philosophy. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/niels-klims-journey-under-the-ground-by-baron-ludvig-holberg/ |
niels klim s underground travels originally published latin nicolai klimii iter subterraneum 1741 satirical science fiction fantasy novel written ludvig holberg norwegian danish dramatist historian essayist born bergen norway first novel describes utopian society outsider s point view often pokes fun diverse cultural social topics moral science sexual equality religion governments philosophy summary wikipedia p |
| 2666 |
2647 |
3008 |
Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens |
J. M. Barrie |
Action & Adventure |
When he is seven days old, Peter Pan flies away from his mother (forgetting that he is no longer a bird and therefore cannot fly), comes to live in Kensington Gardens, and acquires a goat. (Summary by Peter Eastman)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/peter-pan-in-kensington-gardens-by-j-m-barrie/ |
seven days old peter pan flies away mother forgetting longer bird therefore cannot fly comes live kensington gardens acquires goat summary peter eastman p |
| 2667 |
2648 |
3009 |
Deathworld |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
Harry Harrison is best known for his Stainless Steel Rat stories and the novel Make Room! Make Room! which was adapted for film as Soylent Green. Deathworld is the first in a series of novels begun in 1960 and originally serialized in Astounding Science Fiction Magazine. It’s the story of Jason dinAlt a professional gambler with psionic skills who finds himself on Pyrrus the deadliest planet to be colonized by humanity. Violent weather, active tectonics, heavy gravity, abundant predators, and a hostile splinter group of colonists is only the beginning of Jason’s quest to learn the truth about Pyrrus. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/deathworld-by-harry-harrison/ |
harry harrison best known stainless steel rat stories novel make room make room adapted film soylent green deathworld first series novels begun 1960 originally serialized astounding science fiction magazine it s story jason dinalt professional gambler psionic skills finds pyrrus deadliest planet colonized humanity violent weather active tectonics heavy gravity abundant predators hostile splinter group colonists beginning jason s quest learn truth pyrrus summary gregg margarite p |
| 2668 |
2649 |
3010 |
Mary Louise Solves a Mystery |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The Bluebird Books is a series of novels popular with teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s. The series was begun by L. Frank Baum using his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym, then continued by at least three others, all using the same pseudonym. Baum wrote the first four books in the series, possibly with help from his son, Harry Neal Baum, on the third.<br><br>The books are concerned with adolescent girl detectives— a concept Baum had experimented with earlier, in The Daring Twins (1911) and Phoebe Daring (1912). The Bluebird series began with Mary Louise, originally written as a tribute to Baum's favorite sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. Baum's publisher, Reilly & Britton, rejected that manuscript, apparently judging the heroine too independent. Baum wrote a new version of the book; the original manuscript is lost.<br><br>The title character is Mary Louise Burrows. In this, the third book of the series, Mary Louise and her Grandfather happen upon a mysterious pair of Americans whilst travelling in Italy. Jason Jones is a failed artist, and his companion is his daughter, Alora, an heiress. When the girl is kidnapped, truths stemming back to the time of her parents' marriage are brought to light by Mary Louise and her friend Josie O'Gorman. (Summary by Wikipedia and Sibella Denton)</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/mary-louise-solves-a-mystery-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the bluebird books series novels popular teenage girls 1910s 1920s series begun l frank baum using edith van dyne pseudonym continued least three others using pseudonym baum wrote first four books series possibly help son harry neal baum third br br the books concerned adolescent girl detectives concept baum experimented earlier daring twins 1911 phoebe daring 1912 bluebird series began mary louise originally written tribute baum s favorite sister mary louise baum brewster baum s publisher reilly britton rejected manuscript apparently judging heroine independent baum wrote new version book original manuscript lost br br the title character mary louise burrows this third book series mary louise grandfather happen upon mysterious pair americans whilst travelling italy jason jones failed artist companion daughter alora heiress girl kidnapped truths stemming back time parents marriage brought light mary louise friend josie o gorman summary wikipedia sibella denton p |
| 2669 |
2650 |
3011 |
Crimson Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The Crimson Fairy Book contains thirty-six stories collected from around the world and edited by Andrew Lang. Many tales in this book are translated, or adapted, from those told by mothers and nurses in Hungary; others are familiar to Russian nurseries; the Servians are responsible for some; a rather peculiarly fanciful set of stories are adapted from the Roumanians; others are from the Baltic shores; others from sunny Sicily; a few are from Finland, and Iceland, and Japan, and Tunis, and Portugal. No doubt many children will like to look out these places on the map, and study their mountains, rivers, soil, products, and fiscal policies, in the geography books. The peoples who tell the stories differ in colour; language, religion, and almost everything else; but they all love a nursery tale. The stories have mainly been adapted or translated by Mrs. Lang, a few by Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-crimson-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p the crimson fairy book contains thirty six stories collected around world edited andrew lang many tales book translated adapted told mothers nurses hungary others familiar russian nurseries servians responsible some rather peculiarly fanciful set stories adapted roumanians others baltic shores others sunny sicily finland iceland japan tunis portugal doubt many children like look places map study mountains rivers soil products fiscal policies geography books peoples tell stories differ colour language religion almost everything else love nursery tale stories mainly adapted translated mrs lang miss lang miss blackley summary preface p |
| 2670 |
2651 |
3012 |
It's Like This, Cat |
Emily Neville |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
1964 Newbery Medal winner, <i>It's Like This, Cat</i> is the story of a young man, Dave Mitchell, and how he grew to maturity, helped along indirectly by a stray cat that he brought home from Crazy Kate, the neighborhood Cat Lady. Dave lives in New York City with his lawyer father and his mother, who has bouts of asthma brought on by family strife. The cat, named "Cat" lives a wild life that brings Dave in contact with a future friend and girl friend. Dave's adventures take him throughout areas of New York City, and the reader is treated to descriptions of famous city landmarks. With Dave's new cat-related experiences comes an increased appreciation for his parents and deepening care for his new friends. (Summary by Brenda Price)<p> |
English |
1964 |
https://librivox.org/its-like-this-cat-by-emily-neville/ |
1964 newbery medal winner i it s like this cat i story young man dave mitchell grew maturity helped along indirectly stray cat brought home crazy kate neighborhood cat lady dave lives new york city lawyer father mother bouts asthma brought family strife cat named cat lives wild life brings dave contact future friend girl friend dave s adventures take throughout areas new york city reader treated descriptions famous city landmarks dave s new cat related experiences comes increased appreciation parents deepening care new friends summary brenda price p |
| 2671 |
2652 |
3013 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 15) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Early Modern |
<p>This is volume 3 chapter 15 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1959) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n<br>(Jim Mowatt)\n\n<br><br>This volume covers part of the reign of William and Mary including the beginning of the War with Ireland. (Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-iivol-3-ch-15-by-thomas-babbington-macauley/ |
p this volume 3 chapter 15 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1959 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics br jim mowatt br br this volume covers part reign william mary including beginning war ireland karen merline p |
| 2672 |
2653 |
3014 |
Birds in the Calendar |
Frederick G. Aflalo |
Animals, Nature |
<br />Delightful sketches of British wild birds - a bird for every month of the year from the pheasant in January to the robin in December. This collection of articles, reprinted in book form from the periodical The Outlook, is full of fascinating information about bird behaviour and habitat, as well as many interesting anecdotes. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/birds-in-the-calendar-by-frederick-g-aflalo/ |
br delightful sketches british wild birds bird every month year pheasant january robin december collection articles reprinted book form periodical outlook full fascinating information bird behaviour habitat well many interesting anecdotes summary ruth golding br br |
| 2673 |
2659 |
3020 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 011 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>\n"Der Alte" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-by-various-2/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br der alte übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 p |
| 2674 |
2654 |
3015 |
This Country of Ours, Part 2 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Early Modern |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall’s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p>\n<p>This is Part 2: Stories of Virginia, from chapter 13 (Captain John Smith) to chapter 21 (The Knights of the Golden Horseshoe). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>. </p>\n<p> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 2 stories virginia chapter 13 captain john smith chapter 21 the knights golden horseshoe read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents mainlesson com a p p part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a p p part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a p p part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a p p part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a p p part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a p p part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
| 2675 |
2655 |
3016 |
Lavender and Old Lace |
Myrtle Reed |
Romance |
"Jane Hathaway and her niece, Ruth Thorne, have never met. Jane invites Ruth for a visit, but leaves before Ruth comes. Ruth agrees to come to Jane for quiet and rest. When Ruth arrives, the maid gives her a letter from her aunt. In the letter, Aunt Jane does not tell Ruth anything about her trip abroad but insists that Ruth light an oil lamp in the attic each night. Very soon, the all together forgotten past and the steady present are united." (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/lavender-and-old-lace-by-myrtle-reed/ |
jane hathaway niece ruth thorne never met jane invites ruth visit leaves ruth comes ruth agrees come jane quiet rest ruth arrives maid gives letter aunt letter aunt jane tell ruth anything trip abroad insists ruth light oil lamp attic night soon together forgotten past steady present united summary stav nisser p |
| 2676 |
2656 |
3017 |
Laotzu's Tao and Wu Wei (Tao Teh King) |
Laozi 老子 |
Philosophy |
<p>The classic of the Way and of High Virtue is the Tao Teh Ching. Its author is generally held as a contemporary of Confucius, Lao Tzu, or Laozi. The exact date of the book's origin is disputed. The book is divided into two parts, the Upper Part and the Lower Part. The Upper Part consists of chapters 1-37, and each chapter begins with the word "Tao," or the Way. The Lower Part consists of chapters 38-81, and each chapter begins with the words "Shang Teh," or High Virtue. This 1919 edition names the Lower Part as the Wu Wei, or translated variously as "not doing," "non-ado," or "non-assertion." This edition also contains a history of the book and its author, Lao Tzu, along with a discussion of the Wu Wei. Lao Tzu's classic has been cherished as suggestions, rather than commandments, for finding one's path to beauty, goodness, and quality of life through a non-assertive understanding of the Way. (Summary by Melanie McCalmont)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/laotzus-tao-and-wu-wei-by-lao-tzu/ |
p the classic way high virtue tao teh ching author generally held contemporary confucius lao tzu laozi exact date book s origin disputed book divided two parts upper part lower part upper part consists chapters 1 37 chapter begins word tao way lower part consists chapters 38 81 chapter begins words shang teh high virtue 1919 edition names lower part wu wei translated variously not doing non ado non assertion edition also contains history book author lao tzu along discussion wu wei lao tzu s classic cherished suggestions rather commandments finding one s path beauty goodness quality life non assertive understanding way summary melanie mccalmont p |
| 2677 |
2657 |
3018 |
Esther Waters |
George Moore |
Romance |
<p> “She stood on the platform watching the receding train. A few bushes hid the curve of the line; the white vapour rose above them, evaporating in the pale evening. A moment more and the last carriage would pass out of sight. The white gates swung forward slowly and closed over the line”. Thus opens the novel about Esther Waters, young, pious woman from a poor working class family who, while working as a kitchen maid, is seduced by another employee, becomes pregnant, is deserted by her lover, and against all odds decides to raise her child as a single mother. Esther Waters is one of a group of Victorian novels that depict the life of a “fallen woman”. It is considered to be Moore’s best novel. (Summary from Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser.)</p>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/esther-waters-by-george-moore/ |
p she stood platform watching receding train bushes hid curve line white vapour rose them evaporating pale evening moment last carriage would pass sight white gates swung forward slowly closed line thus opens novel esther waters young pious woman poor working class family who working kitchen maid seduced another employee becomes pregnant deserted lover odds decides raise child single mother esther waters one group victorian novels depict life fallen woman considered moore s best novel summary wikipedia revised stav nisser p |
| 2678 |
2658 |
3019 |
Barnaby Rudge (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>One of the two Historical novels Charles Dickens wrote, Barnaby Rudge is set around the ‘Gordon’ riots in London in 1780. The story begins in 1775 with Barnaby, his Mother, and his talking Raven Grip, fleeing their home from a blackmailer, and going into hiding. Joe Willet similarly finds he must leave his home to escape his Father’s ire, leaving behind the woman he loves. Five years later these characters, and many others whose lives we have followed, find themselves caught up in the horrific Protestant rioting led by Sir George Gordon. The mob which reaches 100,000 strong, gets out of hand, and there is danger to all in the path of their destruction. Charles Dickens skillfully weaves the lives of his many loving and many wicked characters through the rioting, and shows how this uprising changes so many lives. As a side note, Edgar Allan Poe is said to have been inspired by Barnaby’s raven Grip when he wrote his famous poem,”The Raven”.(Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/barnaby-rudge-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
p one two historical novels charles dickens wrote barnaby rudge set around gordon riots london 1780 story begins 1775 barnaby mother talking raven grip fleeing home blackmailer going hiding joe willet similarly finds must leave home escape father s ire leaving behind woman loves five years later characters many others whose lives followed find caught horrific protestant rioting led sir george gordon mob reaches 100 000 strong gets hand danger path destruction charles dickens skillfully weaves lives many loving many wicked characters rioting shows uprising changes many lives side note edgar allan poe said inspired barnaby s raven grip wrote famous poem the raven summary mil nicholson p |
| 2679 |
2900 |
3281 |
By Pond and River |
Arabella B. Buckley |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Animals |
In <i>By Pond and River</i>, another of Arabella Buckley's wonderful science books for children, she explains the habitats of ponds and rivers, exposing children to the animals and plant life that are found there. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/by-pond-and-river-by-arabella-b-buckley/ |
i by pond river i another arabella buckley s wonderful science books children explains habitats ponds rivers exposing children animals plant life found there summary laura caldwell p |
| 2680 |
2660 |
3021 |
Ars Poetica and Carmen Saeculare |
Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace) |
Poetry, Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
<p>The Ars Poetica, by Horace, also known as Epistula ad Pisones, is a treatise on poetry written in the form of a letter, and published around 18 B.C. In it, Horace defines and exemplifies the nature, scope and correct way of writing poetry. This work, inspired by the book of the same name by Aristotle, is one of the most influential in Latin literature, and the source of famous concepts in poetics, such as "in medias res" and "ut pictura poesis". The text itself is a poem in 476 dactilic hexameters.</p><p>The Carmen Saeculare, or "Song of the Ages", is a hymn written by Horace in 17 b.C. for the Ludi saeculares of the same year. It is believed that the poem was commissioned by the Emperor Augustus and sung by a choir of young men and women during the opening ceremony of the Games of the Century, a religious celebration that happened in Rome once every saeculum (century). The saeculum was considered to be the maximum length of a human life, which means the Games happened once every generation. The poem was written is nineteen sapphic stanzas, and in an elevated and religious tone. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ars-poetica-and-carmen-saeculare-by-horace/ |
p the ars poetica horace also known epistula ad pisones treatise poetry written form letter published around 18 b c it horace defines exemplifies nature scope correct way writing poetry work inspired book name aristotle one influential latin literature source famous concepts poetics in medias res ut pictura poesis text poem 476 dactilic hexameters p p the carmen saeculare song ages hymn written horace 17 b c ludi saeculares year believed poem commissioned emperor augustus sung choir young men women opening ceremony games century religious celebration happened rome every saeculum century saeculum considered maximum length human life means games happened every generation poem written nineteen sapphic stanzas elevated religious tone summary leni p |
| 2681 |
2661 |
3022 |
Popular History of Ireland, Book 12 |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee |
Early Modern |
<p>Thomas D'Arcy McGee was an Irish refugee and a father of the Canadian confederation. His work on Irish history is comprehensive, encompassing twelve books; Book 10 subtitled “From the Union of Great Britain and Ireland to the Emancipation of the Catholics”, addresses the period of the creation of the United Kingdom to the granting of religious freedom in Ireland. (Summary by Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/popular-history-of-ireland-by-mcgee/ |
p thomas d arcy mcgee irish refugee father canadian confederation work irish history comprehensive encompassing twelve books book 10 subtitled from union great britain ireland emancipation catholics addresses period creation united kingdom granting religious freedom ireland summary sibella denton p |
| 2682 |
2662 |
3025 |
Mystery at Number Six |
Augusta Huiell Seaman |
Children's Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A mysterious girl, a mysterious pool, and a mysterious businessman combine to send two Florida teens to adventureland in this pre-Nancy Drew tale for young people.(Summary by Sibella)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-at-number-six-by-augusta-huiell-seamans/ |
mysterious girl mysterious pool mysterious businessman combine send two florida teens adventureland pre nancy drew tale young people summary sibella p |
| 2683 |
2663 |
3026 |
Ester Ried's Namesake |
Pansy |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
Esther Ried Randall tries to live up to her parents' expectations and the name she's been given, but her religion is a chore. Will she learn the lesson of faith that Ester did? Fifth and final book in the Ester Ried series. Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name “Pansy.” (Summary written by Tricia G)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ester-rieds-namesake-by-isabella-alden/ |
esther ried randall tries live parents expectations name given religion chore learn lesson faith ester did fifth final book ester ried series authored isabella m alden pen name pansy summary written tricia g p |
| 2684 |
2664 |
3027 |
Woodlanders |
Thomas Hardy |
Romance |
The story takes place in a small woodland village called Little Hintock, and concerns the efforts of an honest woodsman, Giles Winterborne, to marry his childhood sweetheart, Grace Melbury. Although they have been informally betrothed for some time, her father has made financial sacrifices to give his adored only child a superior education and no longer considers Giles good enough for her.\n\nThe Woodlanders marks the beginnings of controversy for Hardy's novels. At this point in his career he was established enough as a writer to take risks, especially in the areas of sex, sexual attraction, marriage, divorce, marital fidelity, unconventional plots and tones, and seemingly immoral conclusions. (Summary Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-woodlanders-by-thomas-hardy/ |
story takes place small woodland village called little hintock concerns efforts honest woodsman giles winterborne marry childhood sweetheart grace melbury although informally betrothed time father made financial sacrifices give adored child superior education longer considers giles good enough her woodlanders marks beginnings controversy hardy s novels point career established enough writer take risks especially areas sex sexual attraction marriage divorce marital fidelity unconventional plots tones seemingly immoral conclusions summary wikipedia p |
| 2685 |
2665 |
3028 |
War and Peace, Book 12: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir”) is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy’s two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world’s greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy’s time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-12-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 2686 |
2666 |
3029 |
Home Thoughts From Abroad |
Robert Browning |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of <em>Home Thoughts from Abroad</em> by Robert Browning. This was the weekly poetry project for March 29th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/home-thoughts-from-abroad-by-robert-browning/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings em home thoughts abroad em robert browning weekly poetry project march 29th 2009 br br |
| 2687 |
2688 |
3053 |
Horla |
Guy de Maupassant |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Seltsame Dinge geschehen um den Ich-Erzähler, der seine Gedanken und Gefühle seinem Tagebuch anvertraut. Woher kommen die schrecklichen Albträume und wer trinkt nachts seine Wasserflasche leer? Ist er ein Schlafwandler, wird er langsam wahnsinnig oder ist es der Horla? \n<br><br>\n\nHorla von franz. "hors de la" = "außerhalb". (Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/der-horla-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
p seltsame dinge geschehen um den ich erzähler der seine gedanken und gefühle seinem tagebuch anvertraut woher kommen die schrecklichen albträume und wer trinkt nachts seine wasserflasche leer ist er ein schlafwandler wird er langsam wahnsinnig oder ist es der horla br br horla von franz hors de la außerhalb summary hokuspokus p |
| 2688 |
2667 |
3030 |
Journal of Lewis and Clarke (1840) |
William Clark |
History , Modern (19th C), Exploration |
<p>"The expedition of Messrs. Lewis and Clarke, for exploring the river Missouri, and the best communication from that to the Pacific Ocean, has had all the success which could be expected. They have traced the Missouri nearly to its source; descended the Columbia to the Pacific Ocean, ascertained with accuracy the Geography, of that interesting communication across the continent; learned the character of the country, its commerce and inhabitants; and it is but justice to say that Messrs. Lewis and Clarke, and their brave companions, have, by this arduous service, deserved well of their country." This volume is the 1840 edition with woodcut images and an Indian vocabulary. They may be viewed by clicking on the text URL. (Summary in quotes by President Thomas Jefferson)</p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/journal-of-lewis-and-clarke-by-meriwether-lewis-william-clark/ |
p the expedition messrs lewis clarke exploring river missouri best communication pacific ocean success could expected traced missouri nearly source descended columbia pacific ocean ascertained accuracy geography interesting communication across continent learned character country commerce inhabitants justice say messrs lewis clarke brave companions have arduous service deserved well country volume 1840 edition woodcut images indian vocabulary may viewed clicking text url summary quotes president thomas jefferson p |
| 2689 |
2668 |
3031 |
Rebels of the Red Planet |
Charles L. Fontenay |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Dark Kensington had been dead for twenty-five years. It was a fact; everyone knew it. Then suddenly he reappeared, youthful, brilliant, ready to take over the Phoenix, the rebel group that worked to overthrow the tyranny that gripped the settlers on Mars.<P>The Phoenix had been destroyed not once, not twice, but three times! But this time the resurrected Dark had new plans, plans which involved dangerous experiments in mutation and psionics.<P>And now the rebels realized they were in double jeopardy. Not only from the government's desperate hatred of their movement, but also from the growing possibility that the new breed of mutated monsters would get out of hand and bring terrors never before known to man. (Summary from Project Gutenberg text)<p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/rebels-of-the-red-planet-by-charles-l-fontenay/ |
dark kensington dead twenty five years fact everyone knew it suddenly reappeared youthful brilliant ready take phoenix rebel group worked overthrow tyranny gripped settlers mars p the phoenix destroyed once twice three times time resurrected dark new plans plans involved dangerous experiments mutation psionics p and rebels realized double jeopardy government s desperate hatred movement also growing possibility new breed mutated monsters would get hand bring terrors never known man summary project gutenberg text p |
| 2690 |
2669 |
3032 |
Vom glückseligen Leben |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Veröffentlicht 1867. Eine stoische Anleitung zum Leben. Knapp und gut geschrieben.<br>(Summary by redaer)</p> |
German |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/vom-gluckseligen-leben-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca-2/ |
p veröffentlicht 1867 eine stoische anleitung zum leben knapp und gut geschrieben br summary redaer p |
| 2691 |
2670 |
3033 |
Greek and Roman Ghost Stories |
Lacy Collison-Morley |
*Non-fiction |
<p>A non-fiction work, comparing and collecting ghost stories by Classical Greek and Republican or Imperial Roman authors. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/greek-and-roman-ghost-stories-by-lacy-collison-morley/ |
p a non fiction work comparing collecting ghost stories classical greek republican imperial roman authors summary timothy ferguson p |
| 2692 |
2671 |
3034 |
Free Air |
Sinclair Lewis |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
This road trip novel is set in the early twentieth century and follows the experiences of an aristocratic New Englander and her father as they travel by automobile from Minneapolis to Seattle. She is wooed and won by a noble but simple commoner she meets along the way. Lewis is at his usual wryly humorous self, poking fun at the upper class and treating the common people only slightly better. Summary by Hollis Hanover.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/free-air-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
road trip novel set early twentieth century follows experiences aristocratic new englander father travel automobile minneapolis seattle wooed noble simple commoner meets along way lewis usual wryly humorous self poking fun upper class treating common people slightly better summary hollis hanover p |
| 2693 |
2672 |
3036 |
Return of the Soldier |
Rebecca West |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
In 1916 on an isolated country estate just outside London, Captain Chris Baldry, a shell-shocked captain suffering from amnesia, makes a bittersweet homecoming to the three women who have helped shape his life. Will the devoted wife he can no longer recollect, the favorite cousin he remembers only as a childhood friend, and the poor innkeeper's daughter he once courted leave Chris to languish in a safe, dreamy past--or will they help him recover his memory so that he can return to the front? The answer is revealed through a heart-wrenching, unexpected sacrifice. (Summary from Wikipedia).</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-the-soldier-by-rebecca-west/ |
1916 isolated country estate outside london captain chris baldry shell shocked captain suffering amnesia makes bittersweet homecoming three women helped shape life devoted wife longer recollect favorite cousin remembers childhood friend poor innkeeper s daughter courted leave chris languish safe dreamy past or help recover memory return front answer revealed heart wrenching unexpected sacrifice summary wikipedia p |
| 2694 |
2673 |
3037 |
Hunters Out of Space |
Joseph E. Kelleam |
Science Fiction |
Originally published in the May, 1960 issue of Amazing Science Fiction Stories. Jack Odin has returned to the world of Opal, the world inside our own world, only to find it in ruins. Many of his friends are gone, the world is flooded, and the woman he swore to protect has been taken by Grim Hagen to the stars. Jack must save her, but the difficulties are great and his allies are few. (Summary by Elliott Miller)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/hunters-out-of-space-by-joseph-kelleam/ |
originally published may 1960 issue amazing science fiction stories jack odin returned world opal world inside world find ruins many friends gone world flooded woman swore protect taken grim hagen stars jack must save her difficulties great allies few summary elliott miller p |
| 2695 |
2674 |
3038 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 037 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 037: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain chosen and read by LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-story-collection-vol-37/ |
p librivox s short story collection 037 collection 20 short works fiction public domain chosen read librivox members p |
| 2696 |
2993 |
3382 |
Coffee Break Collection 001 - Humor |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />This is a collection of short (15 minute or less readings) stories suitable for a coffee break at work or a short commuter ride. Emphasis for this collection is Humor in various genres -- fiction and non-fiction. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-vol-001/ |
br this collection short 15 minute less readings stories suitable coffee break work short commuter ride emphasis collection humor various genres fiction non fiction summary bellonatimes br br |
| 2697 |
2675 |
3039 |
Zum ewigen Frieden. Ein philosophischer Entwurf |
Immanuel Kant |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>In der Abhandlung „Zum ewigen Frieden" wendet Kant die Grundsätze seiner Moralphilosophie auf die Beziehungen zwischen Staaten an. Er stellt klar, dass Frieden kein natürlicher Zustand sei und deshalb gestiftet werden müsse. Um das Ziel „Weltfrieden“ zu verwirklichen, müssten sich die Staaten einem allgemein verbindlichen Völkerrecht unterordnen. In seinen Bestimmungen und Erläuterungen nimmt Kant zahlreiche Entwicklungen hin zum modernen Völkerrecht vorweg.<br></br>\n\nIn his essay "Perpetual Peace", Kant applies the principles of his moral philosophy to the relations between nations. He points out that peace is not a natural state and therefore must be instituted through human effort. To make "world peace" come true, all nations should submit to general and binding international laws. In his definitions and explanations, Kant anticipates many aspects of the development of modern international law.\n(Summary by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/zum-ewigen-frieden-ein-philosophischer-entwurf-by-immanuel-kant/ |
p in der abhandlung zum ewigen frieden wendet kant die grundsätze seiner moralphilosophie auf die beziehungen zwischen staaten an er stellt klar dass frieden kein natürlicher zustand sei und deshalb gestiftet werden müsse um das ziel weltfrieden zu verwirklichen müssten sich die staaten einem allgemein verbindlichen völkerrecht unterordnen seinen bestimmungen und erläuterungen nimmt kant zahlreiche entwicklungen hin zum modernen völkerrecht vorweg br br essay perpetual peace kant applies principles moral philosophy relations nations points peace natural state therefore must instituted human effort make world peace come true nations submit general binding international laws definitions explanations kant anticipates many aspects development modern international law summary al kadi p |
| 2698 |
2676 |
3041 |
Short Poetry Collection 078 |
Various |
Poetry |
<P>This is a collection of poems read by Librivox volunteers during the month of April 2009.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-078/ |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month april 2009 p |
| 2699 |
2677 |
3042 |
Historical Tales, Vol I: American I |
Charles Morris |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>Volume I of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This first volume comprises the discovery, colonization, founding, and early years of the United States of America, describing history for children and young adults in an exiting and novel manner. (Summary by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-i-by-charles-morris/ |
p volume series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries first volume comprises discovery colonization founding early years united states america describing history children young adults exiting novel manner summary kalynda p |
| 2700 |
2678 |
3043 |
Five Jars |
M. R. James |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<br />The Five Jars is the only novel written by James, who is best known for his ghost stories. It is a peculiarly surreal fantasy apparently written for children. While he is out walking, the narrator is drawn to a remote pool, and finds a small box that has been hidden since Roman times. He gradually learns how to use its contents, fighting off a series of attempts to steal it, and becomes aware of a strange world hidden from our own. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-five-jars-by-mr-james/ |
br the five jars novel written james best known ghost stories peculiarly surreal fantasy apparently written children walking narrator drawn remote pool finds small box hidden since roman times gradually learns use contents fighting series attempts steal it becomes aware strange world hidden own summary peter yearsley br br |
| 2701 |
2679 |
3044 |
Hypatia |
Charles Kingsley |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Charles Kingsley (June 12 1819 - January 23 1875) was an English divine, university professor, historian, and novelist, particularly associated with the West Country and north-east Hampshire. As a novelist, his chief power lay in his descriptive faculties, which are evident in this novel as he pictures the Egyptian desert and the ancient city Alexandria. <br/><br/>Hypatia, 1st published in 1853, is set in 5th Century A.D. Egypt. It centers upon a young orphan monk from a desert monastery who feels called to continue his religious life in the city. He discovers a sister, who is a prostitute living with a band of Goths. Other characters include Hypatia, a lady philosopher based on a historical personage; Cyril, Bishop of Alexandria; Felix, the Roman prefect; a Jewish man who has lost his faith; and an elderly Jewish woman who is like a sorceress. St. Augustine of Hippo makes a brief appearance. (Summary from Wikipedia with additions by Karen Merline)</p>\n |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/hypatia-by-charles-kingsley/ |
p charles kingsley june 12 1819 january 23 1875 english divine university professor historian novelist particularly associated west country north east hampshire novelist chief power lay descriptive faculties evident novel pictures egyptian desert ancient city alexandria br br hypatia 1st published 1853 set 5th century a d egypt centers upon young orphan monk desert monastery feels called continue religious life city discovers sister prostitute living band goths characters include hypatia lady philosopher based historical personage cyril bishop alexandria felix roman prefect jewish man lost faith elderly jewish woman like sorceress st augustine hippo makes brief appearance summary wikipedia additions karen merline p |
| 2702 |
2680 |
3045 |
Motor Girls on a Tour |
Margaret Penrose |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Action & Adventure |
This is the second book in the series of the Motor Girls. Join Cora and her friends in this mystery and adventure of The Motor Girls. Also the search for a missing table and promise book belonging to a cripple girl called Wren. Why is Clip so mysterious? What is she up to? Is Sid Wilcox up to his old tricks with his chum Rob Roland? (Summary by Lucy Burgoyne)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-motor-girls-on-a-tour-by-margaret-penrose/ |
second book series motor girls join cora friends mystery adventure motor girls also search missing table promise book belonging cripple girl called wren clip mysterious to sid wilcox old tricks chum rob roland summary lucy burgoyne p |
| 2703 |
2681 |
3046 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 013 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-013/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 2704 |
2703 |
3068 |
Hidden Hand |
E.D.E.N. Southworth |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"If you will listen to this book, you will meet a cast of unforgettable characters, as different from one another as the sun and moon. But they have one thing in common - all of them hide many, many secrets. The plot of this book is full of twists which may leave you guessing until the end. Bridget's lively reading adds much to the joy of listening to this book."\n(Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-hidden-hand-by-eden-southworth/ |
if listen book meet cast unforgettable characters different one another sun moon one thing common hide many many secrets plot book full twists may leave guessing end bridget s lively reading adds much joy listening book summary stav nisser p |
| 2705 |
2682 |
3047 |
Life of Honorable William F. Cody, Known as Buffalo Bill The Famous Hunter, Scout and Guide |
Col. William F. Cody |
Memoirs |
<p>The life and adventures of Honorable William F. Cody--Buffalo Bill--as told by himself, make up a narrative which reads more like romance than reality, and which in many respects will prove a valuable contribution to the records of our Western frontier history. While no literary excellence is claimed for the narrative, it has the greater merit of being truthful, and is verified in such a manner that no one can doubt its veracity. The frequent reference to such military men as Generals Sheridan, Carr, Merritt, Crook, Terry, Colonel Royal, and other officers under whom Mr. Cody served as scout and guide at different times and in various sections of the frontier, during the numerous Indian campaigns of the last ten or twelve years, affords ample proof of his genuineness as a thoroughbred scout.\n(Summary by the publisher)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-honorable-william-f-cody-by-william-cody/ |
p the life adventures honorable william f cody buffalo bill as told himself make narrative reads like romance reality many respects prove valuable contribution records western frontier history literary excellence claimed narrative greater merit truthful verified manner one doubt veracity frequent reference military men generals sheridan carr merritt crook terry colonel royal officers mr cody served scout guide different times various sections frontier numerous indian campaigns last ten twelve years affords ample proof genuineness thoroughbred scout summary publisher p |
| 2706 |
2683 |
3048 |
Geschichte der Abderiten |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
Satire |
<p>Eine Geschichte über menschliche Schwächen und welch schweres Leben diejenigen wenigen Personen erdulden, die davon frei sind. 1774-1780 erschienen, zeitlos gültig. (Summary by redaer)</p> |
German |
1780 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-der-abderiten-by-martin-wieland/ |
p eine geschichte über menschliche schwächen und welch schweres leben diejenigen wenigen personen erdulden die davon frei sind 1774 1780 erschienen zeitlos gültig summary redaer p |
| 2707 |
2684 |
3049 |
Turmoil (Growth Trilogy Vol 1) |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction |
<p><i>The Turmoil</i> is the first novel in the 'Growth' trilogy, which also includes <i>The Magnificent Ambersons</i> (1918) and <i>The Midlander</i> (1923, retitled <i>National Avenue</i> in 1927). In 1942 Orson Welles directed a film version based on volume 2, also titled "The Magnificent Ambersons."</p>\n\n<p>The trilogy traces the growth of the United States through the declining fortunes of three generations of the aristocratic Amberson family in a fictional Mid-Western town, between the end of the Civil War and the early part of the 20th century, a period of rapid industrialization and socio-economic change in America. The decline of the Ambersons is contrasted with the rising fortunes of industrial tycoons and other new-money families, which did not derive power from family names but by "doing things". As George Amberson's friend says, "don't you think being things is 'rahthuh bettuh' than doing things?" (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Gesine)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-turmoil-by-booth-tarkington/ |
p i the turmoil i first novel growth trilogy also includes i the magnificent ambersons i 1918 i the midlander i 1923 retitled i national avenue i 1927 1942 orson welles directed film version based volume 2 also titled the magnificent ambersons p p the trilogy traces growth united states declining fortunes three generations aristocratic amberson family fictional mid western town end civil war early part 20th century period rapid industrialization socio economic change america decline ambersons contrasted rising fortunes industrial tycoons new money families derive power family names doing things george amberson s friend says don t think things rahthuh bettuh things summary adapted wikipedia gesine p |
| 2708 |
2685 |
3050 |
Trésor des Fèves et Fleur des Pois |
Charles Nodier |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>C'est ainsi que commence ce conte de fées : </p><p><em>« Il y avait une fois un pauvre homme et une pauvre femme qui étaient bien vieux, et qui n'avaient jamais eu d'enfants : c'était un grand chagrin pour eux, parce qu'ils prévoyaient que dans quelques années ils ne pourraient plus cultiver leurs fèves et les aller vendre au marché. Un jour qu'ils sarclaient leur champ de fèves pour ôter les mauvaises herbes, la vieille découvrit dans un coin, sous les touffes les plus drues, un petit paquet fort bien troussé qui contenait un superbe garçon de huit à dix mois, comme il paraissait à son air, mais qui avait bien deux ans pour la raison, car il était déjà sevré. Tant il y a qu'il ne fit point de façons pour accepter des fèves bouillies qu'il porta aussitôt à sa bouche d'une manière fort délicate. »</em> </p><p>(Extrait)</p> |
French |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/tresor-des-feves-et-fleur-des-pois-by-charles-nodier-0904/ |
p c est ainsi que commence ce conte de fées p p em il avait une fois un pauvre homme et une pauvre femme qui étaient bien vieux et qui n avaient jamais eu d enfants c était un grand chagrin pour eux parce qu ils prévoyaient que dans quelques années ils ne pourraient plus cultiver leurs fèves et les aller vendre au marché un jour qu ils sarclaient leur champ de fèves pour ôter les mauvaises herbes la vieille découvrit dans un coin sous les touffes les plus drues un petit paquet fort bien troussé qui contenait un superbe garçon de huit à dix mois comme il paraissait à son air mais qui avait bien deux ans pour la raison car il était déjà sevré tant il qu il ne fit point de façons pour accepter des fèves bouillies qu il porta aussitôt à sa bouche d une manière fort délicate em p p extrait p |
| 2709 |
2686 |
3051 |
Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book 1 |
John Calvin |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Institutes of the Christian Religion is John Calvin's seminal work on Protestant systematic theology. Highly influential in the Western world and still widely read by theological students today, it was published in Latin in 1536 and in his native French in 1541, with the definitive editions appearing in 1559 (Latin) and in 1560 (French).<br>The book was written as an introductory textbook on the Protestant faith for those with some learning already and covered a broad range of theological topics from the doctrines of church and sacraments to justification by faith alone and Christian liberty, and it vigorously attacked the teachings of those Calvin considered unorthodox, particularly Roman Catholicism to which Calvin says he had been "strongly devoted" before his conversion to Protestantism. The over-arching theme of the book – and Calvin's greatest theological legacy – is the idea of God's total sovereignty, particularly in salvation and election.<br><br>The Institutes are a primary reference for the system of doctrine adopted by the Reformed churches, usually called Calvinism.<br><br>Book One of the Institutes treats of the knowledge of God, considered as the Creator, Preserver, and Governor of the world, and of every thing contained in it. (Summary from Wikipedia & preface)\n<br><br><p>Book 2 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-two-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a><br />Book 3 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-3-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a><br />Book 4 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-4-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a>\n</p>\n |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-1-by-john-calvin/ |
institutes christian religion john calvin s seminal work protestant systematic theology highly influential western world still widely read theological students today published latin 1536 native french 1541 definitive editions appearing 1559 latin 1560 french br the book written introductory textbook protestant faith learning already covered broad range theological topics doctrines church sacraments justification faith alone christian liberty vigorously attacked teachings calvin considered unorthodox particularly roman catholicism calvin says strongly devoted conversion protestantism over arching theme book calvin s greatest theological legacy idea god s total sovereignty particularly salvation election br br the institutes primary reference system doctrine adopted reformed churches usually called calvinism br br book one institutes treats knowledge god considered creator preserver governor world every thing contained it summary wikipedia preface br br p book 2 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book two by john calvin link a br book 3 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book 3 by john calvin link a br book 4 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book 4 by john calvin link a p |
| 2710 |
2687 |
3052 |
Great Stone of Sardis |
Frank R. Stockton |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
The home of Roland Clewe, a small house plainly furnished, but good enough for a bachelor's quarters, stood not half a mile from the station, and near it were the extensive buildings which he called his Works. Here were laboratories, large machine-shops in which many men were busy at all sorts of strange contrivances in metal and other materials; and besides other small edifices there was a great round tower --like structure, with smooth iron walls thirty feet high and without windows, and which was lighted and ventilated from the top. This was Clewe's special workshop; and besides old Samuel Block and such workmen as were absolutely necessary and could be trusted, few people ever entered it but himself. The industries in the various buildings were diverse, some of them having no apparent relation to the others. Each of them was expected to turn out something which would revolutionize something or other in this world, but it was to his lens-house that Roland Clewe gave, in these days, his special attention. Here a great enterprise was soon to begin, more important in his eyes than anything else which had engaged human endeavor. . . . |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-stone-of-sardis-by-frank-r-stockton/ |
home roland clewe small house plainly furnished good enough bachelor s quarters stood half mile station near extensive buildings called works laboratories large machine shops many men busy sorts strange contrivances metal materials besides small edifices great round tower like structure smooth iron walls thirty feet high without windows lighted ventilated top clewe s special workshop besides old samuel block workmen absolutely necessary could trusted people ever entered himself industries various buildings diverse apparent relation others expected turn something would revolutionize something world lens house roland clewe gave days special attention great enterprise soon begin important eyes anything else engaged human endeavor |
| 2711 |
2689 |
3054 |
Bible (Fenton) 01-07, 09-10: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: Genesis - Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
<p>Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman called Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The Ever-Living". The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." For his translation of the Book of Job which appeared in 1898, Fenton was assisted by Henrik Borgström. This was "rendered into the same metre as the original Hebrew, word by word and line by line". His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke. </p><p>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original. </p><p>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/bible-in-modern-english-01to07-09to10-by-ferrar-fenton-mp-1012/ |
p work translation began 1853 london businessman called ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages translation book job appeared 1898 fenton assisted henrik borgström rendered metre original hebrew word word line line translation new testament based greek text westcott hort ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke p p notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original p p summary wikipedia p |
| 2712 |
2690 |
3055 |
Flood-Tide Of Flowers |
Henry van Dyke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of <em>Flood-Tide Of Flowers</em> by Henry Van Dyke. This was the weekly poetry project for April 5th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/flood-tide-of-flowers-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings em flood tide flowers em henry van dyke weekly poetry project april 5th 2009 br br |
| 2713 |
2691 |
3056 |
Easter, 1916 |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 4 recordings of Easter, 1916 by William Butler Yeats. This was the fortnightly poetry project for April 5th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/easter-1916-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 4 recordings easter 1916 william butler yeats fortnightly poetry project april 5th 2009 br br |
| 2714 |
2692 |
3057 |
Penrod and Sam |
Booth Tarkington |
Humorous Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Follow more of the hilarious life of the boy Penrod Schofield, his friends Sam Williams, Herman, Verman, Georgie, Maurice, and the love of his life, Marjorie Jones. (Summary by Jonathan)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/penrod-and-sam-by-booth-tarkington/ |
follow hilarious life boy penrod schofield friends sam williams herman verman georgie maurice love life marjorie jones summary jonathan p |
| 2715 |
2693 |
3058 |
Alienista |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>O Alienista, de Machado de Assis, é um pequeno romance sobre loucura, cientificismo e poder. O enredo se desenrola a partir dos esforços científicos de um importante médico português, o dr. Simão Bacamarte, cuja obsessão pela busca de um método universal para tratar e curar distúrbios mentais leva os habitantes da pequena cidade de Itaguaí ao terror, conspiração e a tentativas de revolução. Em pouco tempo, o hospício do dr. Bacamarte passa a tratar não só os doentes mentais, mas também os sãos, que, segundo o diagnóstico do médico, poderiam vir a desenvolver doenças mentais. O Alienista tem como tema a crítica ao cientificismo arbitrário e sua influência em elementos políticos e culturais.<br /><br />The Psychiatrist is a tragicomic literary piece on madness, scientism and power. It follows the scientific efforts of Dr. Simão Bacamarte, a prominent Portuguese physician whose obsession for discovering a universal method to treat and consequently cure mental disturbs drives the inhabitants of the small town of Itaguaí to fear, conspiracy and revolutionary attempts. In a short space of time, Bacamarte's madhouse passes to take inside of its walls not only mentally ill patients but also healthy citizens who, according to the doctor's diagnoses, are about to develop some sort of mental illness. The Psychiatrist stands out as a highly ironic critic to the arbitrary of Scientism and its influence on cultural and political matters. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/o-alienista-by-machado-de-assis/ |
p o alienista de machado de assis é um pequeno romance sobre loucura cientificismo e poder enredo se desenrola partir dos esforços científicos de um importante médico português dr simão bacamarte cuja obsessão pela busca de um método universal para tratar e curar distúrbios mentais leva os habitantes da pequena cidade de itaguaí ao terror conspiração e tentativas de revolução em pouco tempo hospício dr bacamarte passa tratar não só os doentes mentais mas também os sãos que segundo diagnóstico médico poderiam vir desenvolver doenças mentais alienista tem como tema crítica ao cientificismo arbitrário e sua influência em elementos políticos e culturais br br the psychiatrist tragicomic literary piece madness scientism power follows scientific efforts dr simão bacamarte prominent portuguese physician whose obsession discovering universal method treat consequently cure mental disturbs drives inhabitants small town itaguaí fear conspiracy revolutionary attempts short space time bacamarte s madhouse passes take inside walls mentally ill patients also healthy citizens who according doctor s diagnoses develop sort mental illness psychiatrist stands highly ironic critic arbitrary scientism influence cultural political matters summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
| 2716 |
2694 |
3059 |
Handorakel und Kunst der Weltklugheit |
Baltasar Gracián |
Philosophy |
<p>Richtiges Leben und Regeln dazu. Wertvoll und hilfreich. (Summary by redaer)</p> |
German |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/handorakel-und-kunst-der-weltklugheit-by-b-gracian/ |
p richtiges leben und regeln dazu wertvoll und hilfreich summary redaer p |
| 2717 |
2695 |
3060 |
Journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe van de Oost-Indische reyse |
Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe |
Travel & Geography |
<P>Het "Journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe" is een scheepsjournaal opgetekend door de Hoornse schipper Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe, over zijn belevenissen in dienst van de Vereenigde Oost-Indische Compagnie (VOC). Het werd voor het eerst gepubliceerd in 1646, en geeft een indrukwekkend beeld van de scheepvaart in die tijd.\nHet journaal beschrijft Bontekoe's reis van Texel naar Java in 1618, zijn reizen tussen de Indonesische eilanden en naar China in de daaropvolgende jaren, en uiteindelijk, in 1625, zijn terugreis naar Nederland. Die reizen worden gemarkeerd door vele avonturen en gevaren, onder andere het vergaan van Bontekoe's schip door een explosie, waarbij de schipbreukelingen bijna 2 weken in 2 kleine bootjes op open zee doorbrengen, schermutselingen met Chinezen als de VOC exclusieve handelsbetrekkingen met China probeert af te dwingen, en een verwoestende orkaan.<BR><BR>Het populaire jeugdboek "De scheepsjongens van Bontekoe" (1924), van Johan Fabricius (1899-1981), dat in 2007 verfilmd is, is geinspireerd door het eerste deel van dit scheepsjournaal.</P> |
Dutch |
1646 |
https://librivox.org/journael-ofte-gedenckwaerdige-beschrijvinghe-van-de-oost-indische-reyse-van-willem-ysbrantsz-bontekoe/ |
p het journael ofte gedenckwaerdige beschrijvinghe een scheepsjournaal opgetekend door de hoornse schipper willem ysbrantsz bontekoe zijn belevenissen dienst van de vereenigde oost indische compagnie voc het werd voor het eerst gepubliceerd 1646 en geeft een indrukwekkend beeld van de scheepvaart die tijd het journaal beschrijft bontekoe s reis van texel naar java 1618 zijn reizen tussen de indonesische eilanden en naar china de daaropvolgende jaren en uiteindelijk 1625 zijn terugreis naar nederland die reizen worden gemarkeerd door vele avonturen en gevaren onder andere het vergaan van bontekoe s schip door een explosie waarbij de schipbreukelingen bijna 2 weken 2 kleine bootjes op open zee doorbrengen schermutselingen met chinezen als de voc exclusieve handelsbetrekkingen met china probeert af te dwingen en een verwoestende orkaan br br het populaire jeugdboek de scheepsjongens van bontekoe 1924 van johan fabricius 1899 1981 dat 2007 verfilmd is geinspireerd door het eerste deel van dit scheepsjournaal p |
| 2718 |
2696 |
3061 |
Mary Louise and the Liberty Girls |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The Bluebird Books is a series of novels popular with teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s. The series was begun by L. Frank Baum using his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym, then continued by at least three others, all using the same pseudonym. Baum wrote the first four books in the series, possibly with help from his son, Harry Neal Baum, on the third.<br><br>The books are concerned with adolescent girl detectives— a concept Baum had experimented with earlier, in The Daring Twins (1911) and Phoebe Daring (1912). The Bluebird series began with Mary Louise, originally written as a tribute to Baum's favorite sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. Baum's publisher, Reilly & Britton, rejected that manuscript, apparently judging the heroine too independent. Baum wrote a new version of the book; the original manuscript is lost. The title character is Mary Louise Burrows.<br><br>In this, the fourth book of the series, Mary Louise and friends form a group dedicated to supporting the soldiers in World War I, and she brings Josie O'Gorman in to spoil a treasonous plot against the government. (Summary from Wikipedia and Sibella Denton)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/mary-louise-and-the-liberty-girls-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the bluebird books series novels popular teenage girls 1910s 1920s series begun l frank baum using edith van dyne pseudonym continued least three others using pseudonym baum wrote first four books series possibly help son harry neal baum third br br the books concerned adolescent girl detectives concept baum experimented earlier daring twins 1911 phoebe daring 1912 bluebird series began mary louise originally written tribute baum s favorite sister mary louise baum brewster baum s publisher reilly britton rejected manuscript apparently judging heroine independent baum wrote new version book original manuscript lost title character mary louise burrows br br in this fourth book series mary louise friends form group dedicated supporting soldiers world war i brings josie o gorman spoil treasonous plot government summary wikipedia sibella denton p |
| 2719 |
2704 |
3069 |
Macht oder ökonomisches Gesetz? |
Eugen von Böhm-Bawerk |
Political Science |
<p>Böhm-Bawerk, Mitbegründer der Österreichischen Schule der Nationalökonomie, erörtert, ob ökonomische Gesetze auch für den Staat gelten. (Zusammenfassung von redaer)<br/><br/>\n\n Böhm-Bawerk, Macht oder ökonomisches Gesetz? Zeitschrift für Volkswirtschaft, Sozialpolitik und Verwaltung, Bd. XXIII (S.205–271) </p> |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/macht-oder-okonomisches-gesetz-by-eugen-von-bohm-bawerk/ |
p böhm bawerk mitbegründer der österreichischen schule der nationalökonomie erörtert ob ökonomische gesetze auch für den staat gelten zusammenfassung von redaer br br böhm bawerk macht oder ökonomisches gesetz zeitschrift für volkswirtschaft sozialpolitik und verwaltung bd xxiii s 205 271 p |
| 2720 |
2697 |
3062 |
Life Of Charlotte Brontë Volume 2 |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Charlotte Bronte was a British author, the eldest of the three famous Bronte sisters who have become standards of English literature. She is best known for her novel Jane Eyre, one of the greatest classics of all times. Just two years after Charlotte's death, her friend Elizabeth Gaskell wrote her biography. Want to know more about Charlotte Bronte? If you do, please read this biography. Summary by Stav Nisser.<br>Volume One of this biography is available <a href="http://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlotte-bronte-volume-1-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/">here</a></p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlotte-bronte-volume-2-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
charlotte bronte british author eldest three famous bronte sisters become standards english literature best known novel jane eyre one greatest classics times two years charlotte s death friend elizabeth gaskell wrote biography want know charlotte bronte do please read biography summary stav nisser br volume one biography available a href http librivox org the life of charlotte bronte volume 1 by elizabeth cleghorn gaskell here a p |
| 2721 |
2698 |
3063 |
Bible (YLT) 02: Exodus |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>Young’s Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young’s Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a “Revised Edition” of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-02-exodus-0909-mp/ |
p young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition br summary wikipedia p |
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2699 |
3064 |
On the Nature of Things (Watson translation) |
Titus Lucretius Carus |
Poetry, Ancient, Life Sciences |
<br />Written in the first century b.C., On the Nature of Things (in Latin, <i>De Rerum Natura</i>) is a poem in six books that aims at explaining the Epicurean philosophy to the Roman audience. Among digressions about the importance of philosophy in men's life and praises of Epicurus, Lucretius created a solid treatise on the atomic theory, the falseness of religion and many kinds of natural phenomena. With no harm to his philosophical scope, the author composed a didactic poem of epic flavor, of which the imagery and style are highly praised. (Summary by Leni)<br /><br /> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-nature-of-things-by-titus-lucretius-carus/ |
br written first century b c nature things in latin i de rerum natura i poem six books aims explaining epicurean philosophy roman audience among digressions importance philosophy men s life praises epicurus lucretius created solid treatise atomic theory falseness religion many kinds natural phenomena harm philosophical scope author composed didactic poem epic flavor imagery style highly praised summary leni br br |
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2700 |
3065 |
Kingdom of God is within you |
Leo Tolstoy |
Christianity - Other |
The title of the book comes from Luke 17:21. It is a non-fiction work of the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy. He wrote it after many years of reflexion on Christianity and Jesus. Many subjects are present such as wars, non-violence, misunderstanding by believers of the faith, etc. (Summary by enko)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-kingdom-of-god-is-within-you-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
title book comes luke 17 21 non fiction work famous russian author leo tolstoy wrote many years reflexion christianity jesus many subjects present wars non violence misunderstanding believers faith etc summary enko p |
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2701 |
3066 |
Diary of a Superfluous Man |
Ivan Turgenev |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
<p>Turgenev's shy hero, Tchulkaturin, is a representative example of a Russian archetype - the "superfluous man", a sort of Hamlet not necessarily dignified with the title Prince: an individual of comfortable means leading a dreary existence, without purpose and led on by events which may, as in this story, engulf him. The novella takes the form of a diary started by Tchulkaturin in the shock of being diagnosed as having a terminal illness. The journal entries cover a period of two weeks, leading to his death. Tchulkaturin quickly homes in on the only significant event in his life - an unreciprocated falling-in-love leading haphazardly to a non-fatal duel that leaves him desolated and fully conscious of the futility of his inactive existence.(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-a-superfluous-man-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
p turgenev s shy hero tchulkaturin representative example russian archetype superfluous man sort hamlet necessarily dignified title prince individual comfortable means leading dreary existence without purpose led events may story engulf him novella takes form diary started tchulkaturin shock diagnosed terminal illness journal entries cover period two weeks leading death tchulkaturin quickly homes significant event life unreciprocated falling in love leading haphazardly non fatal duel leaves desolated fully conscious futility inactive existence summary martin geeson p |
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2702 |
3067 |
First Love |
Ivan Turgenev |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />The title of the novella is almost an adequate summary in itself. The "boy-meets-girl-then-loses-her" story is universal but not, I think, banal - despite a surprise ending which notoriously turns out to be very little of a surprise. <em>First Love</em> is given its originality and poignancy by Turgenev's mastery of the piercing turning-point (akin to Joyce's "epiphanies") that transforms the character's whole being, making a tragic outcome inevitable. Even the nature symbolism is rescued from triteness by lovely poetic similes - e.g. "but at that point my attention was arrested by the appearance of a speckled woodpecker who busily climbed up the slender stem of a birch-tree and peeped out uneasily from behind it, first to the right, then to the left, like a musician behind the bass-viol." (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/first-love-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
br the title novella almost adequate summary itself boy meets girl then loses her story universal not think banal despite surprise ending notoriously turns little surprise em first love em given originality poignancy turgenev s mastery piercing turning point akin joyce s epiphanies transforms character s whole being making tragic outcome inevitable even nature symbolism rescued triteness lovely poetic similes e g but point attention arrested appearance speckled woodpecker busily climbed slender stem birch tree peeped uneasily behind it first right left like musician behind bass viol summary martin geeson br br |
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2705 |
3070 |
Short History of Scotland |
Andrew Lang |
Antiquity, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>A Short History of Scotland is a consise introduction to the history of Scotland from Roman times to the last Jacobite rebellion, written by the author of a much longer Scottish history. (Summary by Sibella Denton.)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/short-history-of-scotland-by-andrew-lang/ |
p a short history scotland consise introduction history scotland roman times last jacobite rebellion written author much longer scottish history summary sibella denton p |
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2706 |
3071 |
Thing from the Lake |
Eleanor M. Ingram |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>To get away from city life periodically, New Yorker Roger Locke purchases an abandoned farm house in rural Connecticut, and with the assistance of his cousin Phillida and her beau Ethan Vere, he sets about fixing up the place.<br /><br />Immediately however, an unseen mysterious woman begins giving him warnings during nocturnal visits to leave the house at once. Soon he begins hearing strange ominous sounds emanating from the tiny lake at the back of the house coupled with a permeation of sickly odors. An evil presence then begins to visit him during the witching hours of the late night, challenging him to a battle of wits from which there can be only one victor.<br /><br />Is his mysterious female visitor there to help and encourage him to flee from the house, or is she working in tandem with <i>The Thing From the Lake</i>?<br /><br />A gripping, occasionally frightening tale, Ms. Ingram wastes no time in grabbing the reader into the story and manages to weave a tale that will leave the reader guessing at every turn of events. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-thing-from-the-lake-by-eleanor-m-ingram/ |
p to get away city life periodically new yorker roger locke purchases abandoned farm house rural connecticut assistance cousin phillida beau ethan vere sets fixing place br br immediately however unseen mysterious woman begins giving warnings nocturnal visits leave house once soon begins hearing strange ominous sounds emanating tiny lake back house coupled permeation sickly odors evil presence begins visit witching hours late night challenging battle wits one victor br br is mysterious female visitor help encourage flee house working tandem i the thing lake i br br a gripping occasionally frightening tale ms ingram wastes time grabbing reader story manages weave tale leave reader guessing every turn events summary roger melin p |
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2707 |
3072 |
My Father As I Recall Him |
Mamie Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"If, in these pages, written in remembrance of my father, I should tell you, my dear friends, nothing new of him, I can, at least, promise you that what I shall tell will be told faithfully, if simply, and perhaps there may be some things not familiar to you." So begins chapter one of <i>My Father as I Recall Him</i>, the personal recollections of Mary Dickens, (Mamie, as she was called), the oldest daughter of the great novelist, Charles Dickens. (Summary from the text and Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/my-father-as-i-recall-him-by-mamie-dickens/ |
if pages written remembrance father tell you dear friends nothing new him can least promise shall tell told faithfully simply perhaps may things familiar you begins chapter one i my father recall him i personal recollections mary dickens mamie called oldest daughter great novelist charles dickens summary text laura caldwell p |
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2708 |
3073 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 4 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In this fourth volume, we find stories originally written in French, Italian, Spanish and Latin. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-4-by-julian-hawthorne-editor/ |
p in six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript fourth volume find stories originally written french italian spanish latin summary leni p |
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2709 |
3075 |
Echo |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <i>Echo</i> by Christina Rossetti. This was the weekly poetry project for April 12th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/echo-by-christina-rossetti/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings i echo i christina rossetti weekly poetry project april 12th 2009 br br |
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2710 |
3076 |
Meister Zacharius |
Jules Verne |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Meister Zacharius ist ein Uhrmacher in Genf und berühmt für die Genauigkeit seiner Uhren. Eines Tages beginnen seine Uhren falsch zu gehen und mehr und mehr von ihnen bleiben ganz stehen. Trotz aller Mühe gelingt es ihm nicht, die Uhren wieder in Gang zu setzen oder die Ursache des Defekts zu finden. Gleichzeitig wird er ernsthaft krank und sein Verstand und seine Seele geraten aus dem Gleichgewicht. Es scheint ein Zusammenhang zwischen den stehengebliebenen Uhren und seiner Lebenszeit zu bestehen. (Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/meister-zacharius-by-jules-verne/ |
p meister zacharius ist ein uhrmacher genf und berühmt für die genauigkeit seiner uhren eines tages beginnen seine uhren falsch zu gehen und mehr und mehr von ihnen bleiben ganz stehen trotz aller mühe gelingt es ihm nicht die uhren wieder gang zu setzen oder die ursache des defekts zu finden gleichzeitig wird er ernsthaft krank und sein verstand und seine seele geraten aus dem gleichgewicht es scheint ein zusammenhang zwischen den stehengebliebenen uhren und seiner lebenszeit zu bestehen summary hokuspokus p |
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2711 |
3077 |
Pole Poppenspäler |
Theodor Storm |
General Fiction |
<p>"Pole Poppenspäler" erzählt die Geschichte der Kinderfreundschaft und späteren Liebe zwischen Paul Paulsen, dem Sohn eines angesehenen Bürgers einer norddeutschen Kleinstadt, und Lisei, der Tochter des fahrenden Puppenspielers Joseph Tendler. Die Städter lachen über Tendlers Spiel, ihn selbst und seine Familie jedoch verachten sie wegen ihres "Vagabundenlebens". Immer wieder müssen sich Pauls und Liseis Gefühle gegen die harten Vorurteile der Gesellschaft bewähren. (Summary by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/pole-poppenspaeler-by-theodor-storm/ |
p pole poppenspäler erzählt die geschichte der kinderfreundschaft und späteren liebe zwischen paul paulsen dem sohn eines angesehenen bürgers einer norddeutschen kleinstadt und lisei der tochter des fahrenden puppenspielers joseph tendler die städter lachen über tendlers spiel ihn selbst und seine familie jedoch verachten sie wegen ihres vagabundenlebens immer wieder müssen sich pauls und liseis gefühle gegen die harten vorurteile der gesellschaft bewähren summary al kadi p |
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2712 |
3078 |
Contes cruels |
Auguste Villiers de l'Isle-Adam |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Les contes réunis par Villiers sont d'une grande diversité. Leur dénominateur commun est, selon l'auteur, la cruauté. En effet, Villiers y montre sans fard, avec cynisme parfois, les travers de ses contemporains qui semblent bien cupides (Virginie et Paul), sots et superficiels (La machine à gloire). Néanmoins, les Contes ne bornent pas, loin s'en faut, à une critique du temps : le fantastique (L'Intersigne), genre en vogue, est représenté. Surtout, au travers de la plupart des Contes transparaissent un sens du tragique et une poésie conformes à leur auteur, aristocrate ruiné, dramaturge sans succès et amoureux du Beau. <br/> (de Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/contes-cruels-by-auguste-de-villiers-de-lisle-adam-1012/ |
p les contes réunis par villiers sont d une grande diversité leur dénominateur commun est selon l auteur la cruauté en effet villiers montre sans fard avec cynisme parfois les travers de ses contemporains qui semblent bien cupides virginie et paul sots et superficiels la machine à gloire néanmoins les contes ne bornent pas loin s en faut à une critique du temps le fantastique l intersigne genre en vogue est représenté surtout au travers de la plupart des contes transparaissent un sens du tragique et une poésie conformes à leur auteur aristocrate ruiné dramaturge sans succès et amoureux du beau br de wikipedia p |
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2994 |
3383 |
World |
Henry Vaughan |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 5 recordings of The World by Henry Vaughan. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 26th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-by-henry-vaughan/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 5 recordings world henry vaughan fortnightly poetry project july 26th 2009 p |
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2713 |
3079 |
Mansfield Park (dramatic reading) |
Jane Austen |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Mansfield Park is Jane Austen's 1814 novel focusing on Fanny Price, the daughter of a poor Portsmouth family, who is taken to live with her aunt and uncle Bertram's family on their estate at the age of ten. Surrounded by her wealthy and privileged cousins, and continually reminded of her lower status by her bullying Aunt Norris, Fanny grows up timid and shy, but with a strong sense of ethics, partly instilled by her kindly cousin Edmund. Fanny's gratitude and friendship for Edmund gradually grow into love, but the introduction of Mary and Henry Crawford, a captivating sister and brother, into the neighborhood of Mansfield Park, confuses and complicates the affections of the Bertram household. In this recording, LibriVox volunteers lend their voices to the colorful cast of characters in Austen's classic novel. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator/Mary Crawford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Norris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lady Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5649">hazelra</a><br>Sir Thomas Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Edmund Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Fanny Price: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Julia Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Maria Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6240">Tina Danh</a><br>Mrs. Grant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br>Henry Crawford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Tom Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Mr. Rushworth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Dr. Grant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Coachman/Baddeley/Mr. Price/Sam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Mrs. Rushworth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br>John Yates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>William Price: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Rebecca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Mrs. Price: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6215">Janet248</a><br>Susan Price: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/mansfield-park-dramatic-reading-by-jane-austen/ |
mansfield park jane austen s 1814 novel focusing fanny price daughter poor portsmouth family taken live aunt uncle bertram s family estate age ten surrounded wealthy privileged cousins continually reminded lower status bullying aunt norris fanny grows timid shy strong sense ethics partly instilled kindly cousin edmund fanny s gratitude friendship edmund gradually grow love introduction mary henry crawford captivating sister brother neighborhood mansfield park confuses complicates affections bertram household recording librivox volunteers lend voices colorful cast characters austen s classic novel summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator mary crawford a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs norris a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lady bertram a href http librivox org reader 5649 hazelra a br sir thomas bertram a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br edmund bertram a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br fanny price a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br julia bertram a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br maria bertram a href http librivox org reader 6240 tina danh a br mrs grant a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br henry crawford a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br tom bertram a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br mr rushworth a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br dr grant a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br coachman baddeley mr price sam a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br mrs rushworth a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br john yates a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br william price a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br rebecca a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br mrs price a href http librivox org reader 6215 janet248 a br susan price a href http librivox org reader 5265 susanna a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong |
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3080 |
History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 1 |
Gaston Maspero |
Antiquity |
<p>History Of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria is the masterwork of one of the fathers of modern egyptology. This work, in twelve volumes, was translated from the French original, “Histoire ancienne des peuples de l'Orient classique” and published in 1903-1904. Maspero was a largely self-taught master of hieroglyphic translation. In November 1880, he was placed at the head of a French archeological mission, which developed later into the Institut Français d’Archéologie Orientale. Maspero then succeeded Mariette as director-general of excavations and of the antiquities of Egypt.<br/><br/>\n\n“Aware that his reputation was then more as a linguist than an archaeologist, Maspero's first work in the post was to build on Mariette's achievements at Saqqara. He expanded their scope from the early Old Kingdom to the later, with particular interest in tombs with long and complete hieroglyphic inscriptions that could help illustrate the development of the Egyptian language. Selecting five later Old Kingdom tombs, he was successful in that aim, finding over 4000 lines of hieroglyphics which were then sketched and photographed.<br/><br/>\n\n“As an aspect of his attempt to curtail the rampant illegal export of Egyptian antiquities by tourists, collectors and agents for the major European and American museums, Maspero arrested the Abd al-Russul brothers from the notorious treasure-hunting village of Gorna, who confessed under torture to having found the great cache of royal mummies at Deir el-Bahri in July 1881. The cache was moved to Cairo as soon as possible to keep it safe from robbers.<br/><br/>\n\n“In 1886 he resumed work begun by Mariette to uncover the Sphinx, removing more than 65 feet of sand and seeking tombs below it (which he did not find, but have later been found but not opened).” (Wikipedia).\n\nMaspero went on to sponsor and expand the system of national museums and presided over the growing collection of the Bulak Museum. Maspero gave a 17 year old Howard Carter his first Egyptological job – and it was he who recommended Carter to Lord Carnarvon. Carter and Carnarvon would go on to doscover the tomb of King Tutankhaman.\n\nIn the first volume of this master work, Maspero tackles the importance of the Nile, the pantheon of Egyptian Gods, and the legendary history of Egyptian Gods. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/hist-of-egypt-vol-1-by-maspero/ |
p history egypt chaldæa syria babylonia assyria masterwork one fathers modern egyptology work twelve volumes translated french original histoire ancienne des peuples de l orient classique published 1903 1904 maspero largely self taught master hieroglyphic translation november 1880 placed head french archeological mission developed later institut français d archéologie orientale maspero succeeded mariette director general excavations antiquities egypt br br aware reputation linguist archaeologist maspero s first work post build mariette s achievements saqqara expanded scope early old kingdom later particular interest tombs long complete hieroglyphic inscriptions could help illustrate development egyptian language selecting five later old kingdom tombs successful aim finding 4000 lines hieroglyphics sketched photographed br br as aspect attempt curtail rampant illegal export egyptian antiquities tourists collectors agents major european american museums maspero arrested abd al russul brothers notorious treasure hunting village gorna confessed torture found great cache royal mummies deir el bahri july 1881 cache moved cairo soon possible keep safe robbers br br in 1886 resumed work begun mariette uncover sphinx removing 65 feet sand seeking tombs which find later found opened wikipedia maspero went sponsor expand system national museums presided growing collection bulak museum maspero gave 17 year old howard carter first egyptological job recommended carter lord carnarvon carter carnarvon would go doscover tomb king tutankhaman first volume master work maspero tackles importance nile pantheon egyptian gods legendary history egyptian gods summary wikipedia p |
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2715 |
3081 |
Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ |
Lew Wallace |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Ben-Hur is a story of two very different heroes. Judah Ben-Hur, a prince of Jerusalem, is involved in an accident to the Roman procurator which is taken to be intentional. He is seized and sent to the fleet as a galley-slave, while his family is imprisoned and the family goods confiscated. When Ben-Hur saves the fleet captain from drowning after his ship is sunk in a fight with pirates, that officer adopts him as son and heir. With Roman training, Ben-Hur distinguishes himself in the arena and the palistrae and appears to be on the way to high military command.<P>With the help of a faithful family retainer and a generous Arab sheik, Ben-Hur is enabled to take part in a widely touted chariot race, where one of the other charioteers is the boyhood friend who connived to punish him for the accident and split his estate. That rival is crippled, financially and bodily, in a no-holds-barred race (memorable from the 1959 movie with Charlton Heston).<P>Ben-Hur turns his attention to the prophesied King of the Jews, when through the sheik he meets Balthasar, one of the Three Wise Men, and hears of the child born years ago. Will Ben-Hur be the general who brings victories to the King, and finally liberates Israel from the oppressive Roman yoke? In his quest for the answer, Ben-Hur seeks out the Nazarene, now rumored to be The Messiah.<P>THAT hero needs no introduction.<P>Curious about the lack of kingly trappings and ambitions about this man, Ben-Hur begins to suspect that his kingdom is not of this world. And with him, we receive a gut-wrenching eye-witness view of Jesus’ arrest, humiliation, and crucifixion. <p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/ben-hur-a-tale-of-the-christ-by-lew-wallace/ |
ben hur story two different heroes judah ben hur prince jerusalem involved accident roman procurator taken intentional seized sent fleet galley slave family imprisoned family goods confiscated ben hur saves fleet captain drowning ship sunk fight pirates officer adopts son heir roman training ben hur distinguishes arena palistrae appears way high military command p with help faithful family retainer generous arab sheik ben hur enabled take part widely touted chariot race one charioteers boyhood friend connived punish accident split estate rival crippled financially bodily no holds barred race memorable 1959 movie charlton heston p ben hur turns attention prophesied king jews sheik meets balthasar one three wise men hears child born years ago ben hur general brings victories king finally liberates israel oppressive roman yoke quest answer ben hur seeks nazarene rumored messiah p that hero needs introduction p curious lack kingly trappings ambitions man ben hur begins suspect kingdom world him receive gut wrenching eye witness view jesus arrest humiliation crucifixion p |
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2716 |
3082 |
Complete Hypnotism, Mesmerism, Mind-Reading and Spiritualism |
A. Alpheus |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
<P>Written in 1903, just sixty years after the word 'hypnotism' was coined, this book explores the contemporary understanding of the nature, uses and dangers of the technique. Hypnotism has been practiced for many centuries, but it was in the mid-to-late nineteenth century that it became a particularly fashionable way to explore the human mind. Although understanding of the subject has evolved considerably over subsequent years, this book remains a fascinating insight into a technique once thought to be at the forefront of medical science.<BR>(summary by Stuart Bell)</P> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/complete-hypnotism-by-a-alpheus/ |
p written 1903 sixty years word hypnotism coined book explores contemporary understanding nature uses dangers technique hypnotism practiced many centuries mid to late nineteenth century became particularly fashionable way explore human mind although understanding subject evolved considerably subsequent years book remains fascinating insight technique thought forefront medical science br summary stuart bell p |
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2717 |
3083 |
Parnassus on Wheels |
Christopher Morley |
Published 1900 onward |
Parnassus on Wheels is about a fictional traveling book-selling business. The original owner of the business, Roger Mifflin, sells it to 39-year-old Helen McGill, who is tired of taking care of her ailing older brother, Andrew. (summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/parnassus-on-wheels-by-christopher-morley/ |
parnassus wheels fictional traveling book selling business original owner business roger mifflin sells 39 year old helen mcgill tired taking care ailing older brother andrew summary wikipedia p |
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2718 |
3084 |
World I Live In |
Helen Keller |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p><i>The World I Live In</i> by Helen Keller is a collection of essays that poignantly tells of her impressions of the world, through her sense of touch, smell, her imagination and dreams.<br><br><i>My hand is to me what your hearing and sight together are to you. In large measure we travel the same highways, read the same books, speak the same language, yet our experiences are different. All my comings and goings turn on the hand as on a pivot. It is the hand that binds me to the world of men and women. The hand is my feeler with which I reach through isolation and darkness and seize every pleasure, every activity that my fingers encounter. With the dropping of a little word from another's hand into mine, a slight flutter of the fingers, began the intelligence, the joy, the fullness of my life.</i> Helen Keller, quoted from her essay, <i>The Seeing Hand</i> (Summary from text and Laura Caldwell)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-i-live-in-by-helen-keller/ |
p i the world live in i helen keller collection essays poignantly tells impressions world sense touch smell imagination dreams br br i my hand hearing sight together you large measure travel highways read books speak language yet experiences different comings goings turn hand pivot hand binds world men women hand feeler reach isolation darkness seize every pleasure every activity fingers encounter dropping little word another s hand mine slight flutter fingers began intelligence joy fullness life i helen keller quoted essay i the seeing hand i summary text laura caldwell p |
| 2741 |
2719 |
3085 |
Castles in the Air |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />Baroness Emma Orczy (full name: Emma ("Emmuska") Magdolna Rozália Mária Jozefa Borbála Orczy de Orczi) (September 23, 1865 – November 12, 1947) was a British novelist, playwright and artist of Hungarian noble origin. She was most notable for her series of novels featuring the Scarlet Pimpernel. <br /><br /><em>Castles in the Air</em>, a short novel or perhaps more like a collection of short stories with memories of a French rogue in the early 19th century Paris, was published in 1921 and about it I quote from the foreword: "In very truth my good friend Ratichon is an unblushing liar, thief, a forger--anything you will; his vanity is past belief, his scruples are non-existent. How he escaped a convict settlement it is difficult to imagine, and hard to realize that he died--presumably some years after the event recorded in the last chapter of his autobiography--a respected member of the community, honoured by that same society which should have raised a punitive hand against him." (Summary by Wikipedia, Lars Rolander and Emma Orczy)<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/castles-in-the-air-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
br baroness emma orczy full name emma emmuska magdolna rozália mária jozefa borbála orczy de orczi september 23 1865 november 12 1947 british novelist playwright artist hungarian noble origin notable series novels featuring scarlet pimpernel br br em castles air em short novel perhaps like collection short stories memories french rogue early 19th century paris published 1921 quote foreword in truth good friend ratichon unblushing liar thief forger anything will vanity past belief scruples non existent escaped convict settlement difficult imagine hard realize died presumably years event recorded last chapter autobiography a respected member community honoured society raised punitive hand him summary wikipedia lars rolander emma orczy br br |
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2720 |
3086 |
De Vandrande Djäknarne |
Viktor Rydberg |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Viktor Rydberg (1828-1895) was one of Sweden's most important authors in the 19th century, between Almqvist and Strindberg. The novel De vandrande djäknarne constitutes the former half of volume III of fourteen in Skrifter av Viktor Rydberg ("collected works"), which appeared in the decades following the author's death.\nThe novel was first published in serial form in a daily newspaper in Sweden under the pseudonym “Agricola”, and tells about how two students, during a summer, wandering in the country, and about their pranks and their meetings with people, and how this summer changes their lives. (Summary by Runeberg.org and Lars Rolander)</p> |
Swedish |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/de-vandrende-djaeknarne-by-victor-rydberg/ |
viktor rydberg 1828 1895 one sweden s important authors 19th century almqvist strindberg novel de vandrande djäknarne constitutes former half volume iii fourteen skrifter av viktor rydberg collected works appeared decades following author s death novel first published serial form daily newspaper sweden pseudonym agricola tells two students summer wandering country pranks meetings people summer changes lives summary runeberg org lars rolander p |
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2721 |
3087 |
Magnificent Ambersons (Growth Trilogy Vol 2) Version 2 |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction |
The Magnificent Ambersons is a 1918 novel by Booth Tarkington which won the 1919 Pulitzer Prize. It was the second novel in the Growth trilogy, which included The Turmoil (1915) and The Midlander (1923, retitled National Avenue in 1927). In 1942 Orson Welles directed a film version, also titled The Magnificent Ambersons.\nThe novel and trilogy traces the growth of the United States through the declining fortunes of three generations of the aristocratic Amberson family in a fictional Mid-Western town, between the end of the Civil War and the early part of the 20th century, a period of rapid industrialization and socio-economic change in America. The decline of the Ambersons is contrasted with the rising fortunes of industrial tycoons and other new-money families, which did not derive power from family names but by "doing things". As George Amberson's friend (name unspecified) says, "don't you think being things is 'rahthuh bettuh' than doing things?"\n"The Magnificent Ambersons is perhaps Tarkington's best novel," said Van Wyck Brooks. "[It is] a typical story of an American family and town—the great family that locally ruled the roost and vanished virtually in a day as the town spread and darkened into a city. This novel no doubt was a permanent page in the social history of the United States, so admirably conceived and written was the tale of the Ambersons, their house, their fate and the growth of the community in which they were submerged in the end." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-magnificent-ambersons-by-booth-tarkington-version-2/ |
magnificent ambersons 1918 novel booth tarkington 1919 pulitzer prize second novel growth trilogy included turmoil 1915 midlander 1923 retitled national avenue 1927 1942 orson welles directed film version also titled magnificent ambersons novel trilogy traces growth united states declining fortunes three generations aristocratic amberson family fictional mid western town end civil war early part 20th century period rapid industrialization socio economic change america decline ambersons contrasted rising fortunes industrial tycoons new money families derive power family names doing things george amberson s friend name unspecified says don t think things rahthuh bettuh things the magnificent ambersons perhaps tarkington s best novel said van wyck brooks it is typical story american family town the great family locally ruled roost vanished virtually day town spread darkened city novel doubt permanent page social history united states admirably conceived written tale ambersons house fate growth community submerged end summary wikipedia p |
| 2744 |
2722 |
3088 |
Missing: Page Thirteen |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Violet Strange, a clever petite detective, is called upon to solve the mystery of a page gone missing from an important document. The futures of several people, including an eccentric misanthrope, a chemical scientist, a bride and groom, depend on the quick resolution of this problem. In solving one mystery, she uncovers another which dates back many years.\n(Summary by Bev J. Stevens)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/missing-page-thirteen-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
p violet strange clever petite detective called upon solve mystery page gone missing important document futures several people including eccentric misanthrope chemical scientist bride groom depend quick resolution problem solving one mystery uncovers another dates back many years summary bev j stevens p |
| 2745 |
2723 |
3090 |
Belle et la Bête |
Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot Gallon Villeneuve |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Romance |
<p>Est-il besoin de résumer ce conte ? Il vous est sans doute bien connu. <br/>Quoique... Vous serez peut-être surpris de découvrir ce qui a fait de la Bête ce qu'elle est et que la Belle n'est pas tout à fait celle qu'on pense.</p> <p>Is there a point in summarizing this tale ? You probably know it all already. <br/>Although... You may be surprised to find out why the Beast became a beast and that Beauty is not quite who we think she is. <br/>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1740 |
https://librivox.org/la-belle-et-la-bete-by-gabrielle-suzanne-barbot-gallon-de-villeneuve-1004/ |
p est il besoin de résumer ce conte il vous est sans doute bien connu br quoique vous serez peut être surpris de découvrir ce qui fait de la bête ce qu elle est et que la belle n est pas tout à fait celle qu on pense p p is point summarizing tale probably know already br although may surprised find beast became beast beauty quite think is br summary ezwa p |
| 2746 |
2724 |
3092 |
Fantômas |
Marcel Allain |
Detective Fiction |
<p><i>Fantômas</i> is the first of 32 novels penned from 1911 to 1913 by Marcel Allain and Pierre Souvestre. The title character is a ruthless thief and killer, a bloodthirsty successor to LeBlanc's Arsène Lupin. The first five novels were made into silent film serials. The character and the movies caught the eye of the French Surrealists who admired the primal violence of Fantômas, as well as his portrayal in the films, which are considered landmarks in French Cinema. In <i>Fantômas</i>, the Marquise de Langrune is savagely murdered and Inspector Juve, who is obsessed with capturing Fantômas, arrives to solve the murder. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fantomas-by-marcel-allain-pierre-souvestre/ |
p i fantômas i first 32 novels penned 1911 1913 marcel allain pierre souvestre title character ruthless thief killer bloodthirsty successor leblanc s arsène lupin first five novels made silent film serials character movies caught eye french surrealists admired primal violence fantômas well portrayal films considered landmarks french cinema i fantômas i marquise de langrune savagely murdered inspector juve obsessed capturing fantômas arrives solve murder summary alan winterrowd p |
| 2747 |
2725 |
3093 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 012 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass humor, history, politics, science medicine, nature, finance, cooking, film and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-012/ |
p a collection fifteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass humor history politics science medicine nature finance cooking film religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 2748 |
2726 |
3094 |
Interior Castle |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>El Castillo Interior or Las Moradas (trans.:The Interior Castle or The Mansions) was written by Saint Teresa of Ávila in 1577. After being ordered to write her autobiographical La Vida de la Santa Madre Teresa de Jesús (The Life of S. Teresa of Jesus), Teresa was hesitant to begin writing again on her views of the perfection found in internal prayer. In the hands of the Inquisition at that time, her Life was commonly believed to be the weight in the scale of whether to call her experiences heretical or not. Her humility and claims that, “I am not meant for writing; I have neither the health nor the wits for it,” almost prevented Teresa from composing The Interior Castle. However, according to a letter written by Fray Diego, one of Teresa’s former confessors, Teresa was finally convinced to write her book after a she received a vision from God. Diego wrote that God revealed to Teresa,\n<br><br>\n"...a most beautiful crystal globe, made in the shape of a castle, and containing seven mansions, in the seventh and innermost of which was the King of Glory, in the greatest splendour, illumining and beautifying them all. The nearer one got to the centre, the stronger was the light; outside the palace limits everything was foul, dark and infested with toads, vipers and other venomous creatures."\nWith that, Interior Castle was born. It contained the basis for what she felt should be the ideal journey of faith, comparing the contemplative soul to a castle with seven successive interior courts, or chambers, analogous to the seven heavens. Teresa's consumption of chivalric romances as a child subsequently influenced such imagery, which is prevalent in many of her mystical works. It is also not unduly speculative that living in a walled city like Ávila must have influenced her thinking. The concept of an "interior" life is still important in Spanish thinking in the twenty-first century.\n\nAn English translation was published in London in 1852.\n(from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-interior-castle-by-st-teresa-of-avila/ |
p el castillo interior las moradas trans the interior castle mansions written saint teresa ávila 1577 ordered write autobiographical la vida de la santa madre teresa de jesús the life s teresa jesus teresa hesitant begin writing views perfection found internal prayer hands inquisition time life commonly believed weight scale whether call experiences heretical not humility claims that i meant writing neither health wits it almost prevented teresa composing interior castle however according letter written fray diego one teresa s former confessors teresa finally convinced write book received vision god diego wrote god revealed teresa br br a beautiful crystal globe made shape castle containing seven mansions seventh innermost king glory greatest splendour illumining beautifying all nearer one got centre stronger light outside palace limits everything foul dark infested toads vipers venomous creatures that interior castle born contained basis felt ideal journey faith comparing contemplative soul castle seven successive interior courts chambers analogous seven heavens teresa s consumption chivalric romances child subsequently influenced imagery prevalent many mystical works also unduly speculative living walled city like ávila must influenced thinking concept interior life still important spanish thinking twenty first century english translation published london 1852 from wikipedia org p |
| 2749 |
2727 |
3095 |
Success |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Success by Rupert Brooke. This was the weekly poetry project for April 19th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/success-by-rupert-brooke/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings success rupert brooke weekly poetry project april 19th 2009 br br |
| 2750 |
2728 |
3097 |
Kitty McCrae - A Galloping Rhyme |
Barcroft Boake |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 recordings of Kitty McCrae - A Galloping Rhyme by Barcroft Henry Boake. This was the fortnightly poetry project for April 19th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/kitty-mccrae-a-galloping-rhyme-by-barcroft-henry-boake/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 6 recordings kitty mccrae galloping rhyme barcroft henry boake fortnightly poetry project april 19th 2009 br br |
| 2751 |
2729 |
3098 |
Uit het leven van Dik Trom |
Cornelis Johannes Kieviet |
General |
<P>Dit is het eerste van zes boeken over Dik Trom, een ondeugende, dikke jongen, waarvan zijn vader altijd zegt: “Het is een bijzonder kind, en dat is-ie”.<BR><BR>This is the first of six books about Dik Trom, a naughty, fat boy, about whom his father always says: "He's a special child, and that's what he is".</P> |
Dutch |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/uit-het-leven-van-dik-trom-door-cornelis-johannes-kieviet/ |
p dit het eerste van zes boeken dik trom een ondeugende dikke jongen waarvan zijn vader altijd zegt het een bijzonder kind en dat is ie br br this first six books dik trom naughty fat boy father always says he s special child that s is p |
| 2752 |
2730 |
3099 |
Geschichten vom lieben Gott |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Religion |
<p>»Wissen Sie, sie sind jetzt beide in dem Alter, die Kinder, wo sie den ganzen Tag fragen. Zum Beispiel: Spricht der liebe Gott auch chinesisch? und: Wie sieht der liebe Gott aus? Immer alles vom lieben Gott! Darüber weiß man doch nicht Bescheid –.« »Nein, allerdings,« stimmte ich bei, »man hat da gewisse Vermutungen...« »Oder von den Händen vom lieben Gott.«\n»Ja« – beeilte ich mich anzufügen, – »von den Händen ist mir allerdings einiges bekannt. Zufällig – ich will Ihnen erzählen, was ich weiß. Wenn Sie einen Augenblick Zeit haben, ich begleite Sie bis zu Ihrem Hause, das wird gerade reichen.« (Rainer Maria Rilke)</p> |
German |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/geschichten-vom-lieben-gott-by-rainer-maria-rilke/ |
p wissen sie sie sind jetzt beide dem alter die kinder wo sie den ganzen tag fragen zum beispiel spricht der liebe gott auch chinesisch und wie sieht der liebe gott aus immer alles vom lieben gott darüber weiß man doch nicht bescheid nein allerdings stimmte ich bei man hat da gewisse vermutungen oder von den händen vom lieben gott ja beeilte ich mich anzufügen von den händen ist mir allerdings einiges bekannt zufällig ich ihnen erzählen ich weiß wenn sie einen augenblick zeit haben ich begleite sie bis zu ihrem hause das wird gerade reichen rainer maria rilke p |
| 2753 |
2731 |
3100 |
Copper Princess |
Kirk Munroe |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p><i>The Copper Princess: A Story of Lake Superior Mines </i> is an adventure set in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The delightful story features a brave and wholesome hero struggling for his rightful copper mining inheritance against smugglers and bandits. He also encounters a beautiful and mysterious maiden who is caught in her father's secret crimes. [Summary by Brenda Price]</p>\r\n\r\n<p><i>Note:</i> This book contains racial comments that may be offensive to modern listeners.</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-copper-princess-a-story-of-lake-superior-mines-by-kirk-munroe/ |
p i the copper princess story lake superior mines i adventure set beautiful upper peninsula michigan delightful story features brave wholesome hero struggling rightful copper mining inheritance smugglers bandits also encounters beautiful mysterious maiden caught father s secret crimes summary brenda price p p i note i book contains racial comments may offensive modern listeners p |
| 2754 |
2732 |
3101 |
Herodotus' Histories Vol 3 |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
<p>The <i>Histories</i> of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histories tell the story of the war between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the 5th century BC. Herodotus traveled extensively around the ancient world, conducting interviews and collecting stories for his book. The rise of the Persian Empire is chronicled, and the causes for the conflict with Greece. Herodotus treats the conflict as an ideological one, frequently contrasting the absolute power of the Persian king with the democratic government of the Greeks. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/herodotus-histories-vol-3-by-herodotus-of-halicarnassus/ |
p the i histories i herodotus halicarnassus considered first work history western literature written 440 bc histories tell story war persian empire greek city states 5th century bc herodotus traveled extensively around ancient world conducting interviews collecting stories book rise persian empire chronicled causes conflict greece herodotus treats conflict ideological one frequently contrasting absolute power persian king democratic government greeks summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2755 |
2733 |
3102 |
Three Men on the Bummel |
Jerome K. Jerome |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Some time after "Three Men in a Boat", George, Harris and Jerome decided to go on a cycling holiday through Germany.</p><p>This relaxed and gently humorous story of the three friends wandering in and around the Black Forest is coloured by anecdotes, odd tales and Jerome's comments on the German people and their way of life.</p><p>(Published in 1914. Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-on-the-bummel-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
p some time three men boat george harris jerome decided go cycling holiday germany p p this relaxed gently humorous story three friends wandering around black forest coloured anecdotes odd tales jerome s comments german people way life p p published 1914 summary peter yearsley p |
| 2756 |
2734 |
3103 |
Vingt mille lieues sous les mers |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Dans ce roman, le scientifique français Pierre Aronnax, son fidèle domestique Conseil et le harponneur canadien Ned Land sont capturés par le capitaine Nemo qui navigue dans les océans du globe à bord du sous-marin Nautilus. <br/>L'aventure donne l'occasion de descriptions épiques (dont un enterrement sous-marin, un combat contre des calamars géants, etc.) <br/>Œuvre d'anticipation, Vingt mille lieues sous les mers comporte plusieurs épisodes qui témoignent de l'imagination de son auteur : le Nautilus passe sous le canal de Suez avant sa percée officielle, et sous l'Antarctique, dont on ignorait à l'époque qu'il s'agissait d'un continent et non de glace flottante, comme l'Arctique. <br/>On notera avec curiosité que L'Île mystérieuse (autre roman de Jules Verne) constitue une suite à la fois à Vingt mille lieues sous les mers et aux Enfants du capitaine Grant. <br/>(de Wikipedia)</p>\n<li><small><a href="http://librivox.org/twenty-thousand-leagues-under-the-sea-by-jules-verne/">une version anglaise</a> est disponible</small></li>\n<li><small><a href="http://librivox.org/zwanzigtausend-meilen-unterm-meer/">une version allemande</a> est disponible</small></li>\n<li><small><a href="http://librivox.org/20-000-mijlen-onder-zee-by-jules-verne//"> une version néerlandaise</a>est disponible</small></li>\n |
French |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/20000-lieues-sous-les-mers-by-jules-verne/ |
p dans ce roman le scientifique français pierre aronnax son fidèle domestique conseil et le harponneur canadien ned land sont capturés par le capitaine nemo qui navigue dans les océans du globe à bord du sous marin nautilus br l aventure donne l occasion de descriptions épiques dont un enterrement sous marin un combat contre des calamars géants etc br œuvre d anticipation vingt mille lieues sous les mers comporte plusieurs épisodes qui témoignent de l imagination de son auteur le nautilus passe sous le canal de suez avant sa percée officielle et sous l antarctique dont ignorait à l époque qu il s agissait d un continent et non de glace flottante comme l arctique br on notera avec curiosité que l île mystérieuse autre roman de jules verne constitue une suite à la fois à vingt mille lieues sous les mers et aux enfants du capitaine grant br de wikipedia p li small a href http librivox org twenty thousand leagues under the sea by jules verne une version anglaise a est disponible small li li small a href http librivox org zwanzigtausend meilen unterm meer une version allemande a est disponible small li li small a href http librivox org 20 000 mijlen onder zee by jules verne une version néerlandaise a est disponible small li |
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2735 |
3104 |
Stars, My Brothers |
Edmond Hamilton |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Edmond Hamilton (1904 – 1977) had a career that began as a regular and frequent contributor to Weird Tales magazine. The first hardcover publication of Science Fiction stories was a Hamilton compilation, and he and E.E. “Doc” Smith are credited with the creation of the Space Opera type of story. He worked for DC Comics authoring many stories for their Superman and Batman characters. Hamilton was also married to fellow author Leigh Brackett. - Published in the May, 1962 issue of Amazing Stories “The Stars, My Brothers” gives us a re-animated astronaut plucked from a century in the past and presented with an alien world where the line between humans and animals is blurred. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/the-stars-my-brothers-by-edmond-hamilton/ |
p edmond hamilton 1904 1977 career began regular frequent contributor weird tales magazine first hardcover publication science fiction stories hamilton compilation e e doc smith credited creation space opera type story worked dc comics authoring many stories superman batman characters hamilton also married fellow author leigh brackett published may 1962 issue amazing stories the stars brothers gives us re animated astronaut plucked century past presented alien world line humans animals blurred summary gregg margarite p |
| 2758 |
2736 |
3105 |
Libro de la Vida |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
El Libro de la Vida se redactó en periodos sucesivos y con finalidades distintas, aunque el periodo de redacción definitivo suele situarse entre 1562-1566. La Santa lo escribió por mandato y bajo la dirección de sus confesores, e iba dirigido a un círculo religioso reducido. El Libro comprende hasta sus 50 años de edad y lo escribe durante una de las etapas más difíciles de su vida. En los primeros capítulos Santa Teresa aporta gran cantidad de información autobiográfica sobre su vida familiar, su infancia, y su ingreso en la vida religiosa. A lo largo del libro hay otros episodios de este tipo: sus referencias al Santo fray Pedro de Alcántara, a quien conoció personalmente, y el proceso que le llevó a la fundación del primer monasterio reformado de San José de Avila, se encuentran entre las más memorables. Pero en su mayor parte el Libro de la Vida narra su progreso espiritual y sus vivencias místicas, así como su práctica y concepción de la oración, escrito en su particular estilo analítico y enormemente sincero. Por esto se ha calificado a la obra como “autobiografía introspectiva”. Esta obra, como todos los escritos de la Santa, están entre las más sobresalientes tesoros de la literatura mística de la Iglesia Católica. (Resumen: Marian Martín).</p><P>The Autobiography was written in different stages and probably with varying intentions, but the final version was produced in 1562-1566. The Saint wrote it under the direction of her confessors, and it was intended for a small religious circle. The work covers her life until the age of 50, and was written during one of the most difficult periods of her life. In the first chapters Saint Theresa presents a good deal of autobiographic information about her family, her childhood, and how she entered the religious life. Interspersed throughout the book are other episodes of this type: her descriptions of Saint Peter of Alcantara, whom she knew personally, and the process that led to the foundation of the first reformed monastery of Saint Joseph in Avila, are among the most memorable. But for the most part the Autobiography describes her spiritual progress and mystical experiences, as well as her views and practice of prayer, written in her analytical and highly sincere style. For this reason the work has been called “an introspective autobiography”. It stands, as do all her other works, among the most remarkable treasures of the mystical literature of the Catholic Church. (Summary by Marian Martin)<p> |
Spanish |
1562 |
https://librivox.org/el-libro-de-la-vida-by-santa-teresa-de-avila/ |
el libro de la vida se redactó en periodos sucesivos con finalidades distintas aunque el periodo de redacción definitivo suele situarse entre 1562 1566 la santa lo escribió por mandato bajo la dirección de sus confesores e iba dirigido un círculo religioso reducido el libro comprende hasta sus 50 años de edad lo escribe durante una de las etapas más difíciles de su vida en los primeros capítulos santa teresa aporta gran cantidad de información autobiográfica sobre su vida familiar su infancia su ingreso en la vida religiosa lo largo del libro hay otros episodios de este tipo sus referencias al santo fray pedro de alcántara quien conoció personalmente el proceso que le llevó la fundación del primer monasterio reformado de san josé de avila se encuentran entre las más memorables pero en su mayor parte el libro de la vida narra su progreso espiritual sus vivencias místicas así como su práctica concepción de la oración escrito en su particular estilo analítico enormemente sincero por esto se ha calificado la obra como autobiografía introspectiva esta obra como todos los escritos de la santa están entre las más sobresalientes tesoros de la literatura mística de la iglesia católica resumen marian martín p p the autobiography written different stages probably varying intentions final version produced 1562 1566 saint wrote direction confessors intended small religious circle work covers life age 50 written one difficult periods life first chapters saint theresa presents good deal autobiographic information family childhood entered religious life interspersed throughout book episodes type descriptions saint peter alcantara knew personally process led foundation first reformed monastery saint joseph avila among memorable part autobiography describes spiritual progress mystical experiences well views practice prayer written analytical highly sincere style reason work called an introspective autobiography stands works among remarkable treasures mystical literature catholic church summary marian martin p |
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2737 |
3106 |
Sea Wolf |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>The Sea-Wolf is a novel written in 1904 by American author Jack London. An immediate bestseller, the first printing of forty thousand copies was sold out before publication. Of it, Ambrose Bierce wrote "The great thing—and it is among the greatest of things—is that tremendous creation, Wolf Larsen... the hewing out and setting up of such a figure is enough for a man to do in one lifetime." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-wolf-by-jack-london/ |
p the sea wolf novel written 1904 american author jack london immediate bestseller first printing forty thousand copies sold publication it ambrose bierce wrote the great thing and among greatest things is tremendous creation wolf larsen hewing setting figure enough man one lifetime summary wikipedia p |
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2738 |
3107 |
Menschen der Ehe |
John Henry Mackay |
General Fiction |
<p>Ein Brief seiner Stiefschwester zieht den jungen Mann Franz Grach zurück in seine Heimatstadt. Konfrontiert mit der provinziellen Spießbürgerlichkeit, erlebt er eine Zeitreise, die ihn nicht nur an Kindertage erinnert...\r\nJohn Henry Mackays Erzählung ist nicht allein ein frühes Plädoyer für freie Liebe, sondern gleichsam eine Kritik an der Gesellschafts- und Wirtschaftsform seiner Zeit. (Summary by Ragnar)</p> |
German |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/menschen-der-ehe-by-john-henry-mackay/ |
p ein brief seiner stiefschwester zieht den jungen mann franz grach zurück seine heimatstadt konfrontiert mit der provinziellen spießbürgerlichkeit erlebt er eine zeitreise die ihn nicht nur kindertage erinnert john henry mackays erzählung ist nicht allein ein frühes plädoyer für freie liebe sondern gleichsam eine kritik der gesellschafts und wirtschaftsform seiner zeit summary ragnar p |
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3014 |
3404 |
Business |
Ambrose Bierce |
Poetry, Satire, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <em>Business</em> by Ambrose Bierce. This was the weekly poetry project for August 2nd, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/business-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings em business em ambrose bierce weekly poetry project august 2nd 2009 br br |
| 2762 |
2739 |
3108 |
This Country of Ours, Part 3 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall’s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p>\n<p>This is Part 3: Stories of New England, from chapter 22 (The Story of the Pilgrim Fathers) to chapter 34 (The Witches of Salem). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>.</p>\n<p> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a></br>\nPart 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br>\nPart 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></br>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 3 stories new england chapter 22 the story pilgrim fathers chapter 34 the witches salem read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents mainlesson com a p p part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a br part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a p p part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a br part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a br part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a br part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
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2740 |
3109 |
Last Enemy |
H. Beam Piper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>An undercover Paratimer has disappeared on assignment while in an alternate time line, and it’s up to Verkan Vall of the Paratime Police to save her. To do so, he must infiltrate a universe in which assassination is an honorable profession, and reincarnation a scientific fact. Will Verkan Vall survive in a world of killers and the undead? (Summary by mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/last-enemy-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p an undercover paratimer disappeared assignment alternate time line it s verkan vall paratime police save her so must infiltrate universe assassination honorable profession reincarnation scientific fact verkan vall survive world killers undead summary mark nelson p |
| 2764 |
2741 |
3110 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 015 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-015/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2765 |
2742 |
3111 |
Boy's Song |
James Hogg |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of A Boy's Song by James Hogg. This was the weekly poetry project for April 26th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-boys-song-by-james-hogg/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings boy s song james hogg weekly poetry project april 26th 2009 p |
| 2766 |
2743 |
3112 |
1912: Short Works Collection |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<P>This is a collection of public domain works either published in 1912, or written in 1912 and published before 1923. The accent is on non-fiction but I will include short stories, poems, one-act plays, as well. (Summary by Bellona Times)</P>\nRead and compiled by Bellona Times. Proof-listeners were Betsie Bush and Tricia G. |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/1912-short-works-collection/ |
p this collection public domain works either published 1912 written 1912 published 1923 accent non fiction include short stories poems one act plays well summary bellona times p read compiled bellona times proof listeners betsie bush tricia g |
| 2767 |
2744 |
3113 |
Agricola |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
<p>The Agricola (Latin: De vita et moribus Iulii Agricolae, lit. On the life and character of Julius Agricola) is a book by the Roman historian Tacitus, written c 98, which recounts the life of his father-in-law Gnaeus Julius Agricola, an eminent Roman general. It also covers, briefly, the geography and ethnography of ancient Britain. As in the Germania, Tacitus favorably contrasts the liberty of the native Britons to the corruption and tyranny of the Empire; the book also contains eloquent and vicious polemics against the rapacity and greed of Rome. This translation by Alfred John Church and William Jackson Brodribb, was first published in 1877. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/agricola-by-tacitus/ |
p the agricola latin de vita et moribus iulii agricolae lit life character julius agricola book roman historian tacitus written c 98 recounts life father in law gnaeus julius agricola eminent roman general also covers briefly geography ethnography ancient britain germania tacitus favorably contrasts liberty native britons corruption tyranny empire book also contains eloquent vicious polemics rapacity greed rome translation alfred john church william jackson brodribb first published 1877 summary wikipedia p |
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2745 |
3114 |
Autobiography of Anthony Trollope |
Anthony Trollope |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Anthony Trollope's autobiography will delight you whether or not you've read (or listened to) any of his many works. His honest if self-deprecating tone is at times hilarious and at times piteously moving. His detailed descriptions of his writing process and his philosophy of writing as work rather than art are fascinating. Fans of Trollope will enjoy learning the man's perceptions of his novels' shortcomings and triumphs. Anyone will appreciate learning about his years devoted to churning out literature for profit while working full time with the post office. (Summary by JessicaLouise)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-anthony-trollope-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p anthony trollope s autobiography delight whether read or listened to many works honest self deprecating tone times hilarious times piteously moving detailed descriptions writing process philosophy writing work rather art fascinating fans trollope enjoy learning man s perceptions novels shortcomings triumphs anyone appreciate learning years devoted churning literature profit working full time post office summary jessicalouise p |
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2746 |
3115 |
Germania |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Travel & Geography, Antiquity |
<p>The Germania (Latin: De Origine et situ Germanorum, literally The Origin and Situation of the Germans), written by Gaius Cornelius Tacitus around 98, is an ethnographic work on the Germanic tribes outside the Roman Empire. Germania fits squarely within the tradition established by authors from Herodotus to Julius Caesar. Tacitus himself had already written a similar essay on the lands and tribes of Britannia in his Agricola. The Germania begins with a description of the lands, laws, and customs of the Germanic people; it then segues into descriptions of individual tribes, beginning with those dwelling closest to Roman lands and ending on the uttermost shores of the Baltic, among the amber-gathering Aesti, the primitive and savage Fenni, and the unknown tribes beyond them.</p>\n<p>Tacitus’ descriptions of the Germanic character are at times favorable in contrast to the opinions of the Romans of his day. He holds the strict monogamy and chastity of Germanic marriage customs worthy of the highest praise, in contrast to what he saw as the vice and immorality rampant in Roman society of his day, and he admires their open hospitality, their simplicity, and their bravery in battle. One should not, however, think that Tacitus’ portrayal of Germanic customs is entirely favorable; he notes a tendency in the Germanic people for what he saw as their habitual drunkenness, laziness, and barbarism, among other traits. Tacitus says that physically, the Germans appeared to be a distinct race, not an admixture of their neighbors. In Chapter 4, he mentions that they have common characteristics of blue eyes, blond or reddish hair and large size.</p>\n<p>In Chapter 7, Tacitus describes their government and leadership as somewhat merit-based and egalitarian, with leadership by example rather than authority and that punishments are carried out by the priests. He mentions that the opinions of women are given respect. In Chapter 9, Tacitus describes a form of folk assembly rather similar to the public Things recorded in later Germanic sources: in these public deliberations, the final decision rests with the men of the tribe as a whole.</p>\n<p>Tacitus further discusses the role of women in Chapters 7 and 8, mentioning that they often accompany the men to battle and offer encouragement. He says that the men are often motivated to fight for the women because of an extreme fear of their being taken captive. Tacitus says that the Germans are mainly content with one wife, except for a few political marriages, and specifically and explicitly compares this practice favorably to other barbarian cultures, perhaps since monogamy was a shared value between Roman and Germanic cultures. He also records that adultery is very rare, and that an adulterous woman is shunned afterward by the community regardless of her beauty.</p>\n<p>This translation by Alfred John Church and William Jackson Brodribb, was first published in 1877. (Summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/germania_tacitus/ |
p the germania latin de origine et situ germanorum literally origin situation germans written gaius cornelius tacitus around 98 ethnographic work germanic tribes outside roman empire germania fits squarely within tradition established authors herodotus julius caesar tacitus already written similar essay lands tribes britannia agricola germania begins description lands laws customs germanic people segues descriptions individual tribes beginning dwelling closest roman lands ending uttermost shores baltic among amber gathering aesti primitive savage fenni unknown tribes beyond them p p tacitus descriptions germanic character times favorable contrast opinions romans day holds strict monogamy chastity germanic marriage customs worthy highest praise contrast saw vice immorality rampant roman society day admires open hospitality simplicity bravery battle one not however think tacitus portrayal germanic customs entirely favorable notes tendency germanic people saw habitual drunkenness laziness barbarism among traits tacitus says physically germans appeared distinct race admixture neighbors chapter 4 mentions common characteristics blue eyes blond reddish hair large size p p in chapter 7 tacitus describes government leadership somewhat merit based egalitarian leadership example rather authority punishments carried priests mentions opinions women given respect chapter 9 tacitus describes form folk assembly rather similar public things recorded later germanic sources public deliberations final decision rests men tribe whole p p tacitus discusses role women chapters 7 8 mentioning often accompany men battle offer encouragement says men often motivated fight women extreme fear taken captive tacitus says germans mainly content one wife except political marriages specifically explicitly compares practice favorably barbarian cultures perhaps since monogamy shared value roman germanic cultures also records adultery rare adulterous woman shunned afterward community regardless beauty p p this translation alfred john church william jackson brodribb first published 1877 summary wikipedia p |
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2754 |
3123 |
Mother West Wind's Children |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
<p>"You can't fool old Mother Nature. No, Sir, you can't fool old Mother Nature, and it's of no use to try." The animals of the Green Meadows and Green Forest have little adventures while Grandfather Frog tells stories to Mother West Wind's children, the Merry Little Breezes. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-winds-children-by-thornton-burgess/ |
p you can t fool old mother nature no sir can t fool old mother nature use try animals green meadows green forest little adventures grandfather frog tells stories mother west wind s children merry little breezes summary laurie anne walden p |
| 2771 |
2747 |
3116 |
King Coal |
Upton Sinclair |
General Fiction |
<p>King Coal is a book by Upton Sinclair, first published in 1917, that exposes the dirty working conditions in the coal mining industry in the western United States during the 1910s. As in an earlier work, The Jungle, Sinclair expresses his socialist viewpoints from the perspective of a single protagonist, Hal Warner, caught up in the schemes and plots of the oppressive American capitalist system. The book itself is based on the 1914-1915 Colorado coal strikes. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /></br><i>Reader's note: In Book 4, there is no chapter numbered Section 16 in the public domain Gutenberg e-text. However, no actual text from the book appears to be missing.</i></p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/king-coal-by-upton-sinclair/ |
p king coal book upton sinclair first published 1917 exposes dirty working conditions coal mining industry western united states 1910s earlier work jungle sinclair expresses socialist viewpoints perspective single protagonist hal warner caught schemes plots oppressive american capitalist system book based 1914 1915 colorado coal strikes summary wikipedia br br i reader s note book 4 chapter numbered section 16 public domain gutenberg e text however actual text book appears missing i p |
| 2772 |
2748 |
3117 |
Anatomy of the Human Body, Part 3 (Gray's Anatomy) |
Henry Gray |
Medical |
<p>Henry Gray's classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). The illustrations can be found in the online text at bartleby.com. For the Librivox recording, we have divided the book into five parts. Part 3 includes Angiology, Arteries, Veins, and the Lymphatic System. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anatomy-of-the-human-body-part-3-by-henry-gray/ |
p henry gray s classic anatomy textbook first published 1858 continuous publication ever since revised expanded many successive editions recording public domain 1918 us edition some information may outdated illustrations found online text bartleby com librivox recording divided book five parts part 3 includes angiology arteries veins lymphatic system summary laurie anne walden p |
| 2773 |
2749 |
3118 |
Senhora |
José de Alencar |
General Fiction |
Senhora é um dos mais importantes clássicos da literatura brasileira, e o terceiro livro do mesmo autor que analisa a situação da mulher na sociedade brasileira do século XIX. Através da história de amor e separação entre Aurélia e Fernando, o autor critica a decadência da elite cortesã, a importância dada ao dinheiro e os casamentos por interesse. O romance, dividido em quatro partes, reflete este objetivo em sua própria estrutura, em que imita uma transação comercial: preço, quitação, posse, resgate.<P>"Senhora" is one of the most important classics of Brazilian Literature, and the third book by this author about the situation of women in the 19th century Brazilian society. Through a story of love and separation between the two main characters, Aurélia and Fernando, the author criticizes the decadence of the court society, the importance given to possessions and the marriages for money. The novel, divided in four parts, satirizes these relationships in its own structure, by having its parts called: price, purchase, possession, solvency. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/senhora-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
senhora é um dos mais importantes clássicos da literatura brasileira e terceiro livro mesmo autor que analisa situação da mulher na sociedade brasileira século xix através da história de amor e separação entre aurélia e fernando autor critica decadência da elite cortesã importância dada ao dinheiro e os casamentos por interesse romance dividido em quatro partes reflete este objetivo em sua própria estrutura em que imita uma transação comercial preço quitação posse resgate p senhora one important classics brazilian literature third book author situation women 19th century brazilian society story love separation two main characters aurélia fernando author criticizes decadence court society importance given possessions marriages money novel divided four parts satirizes relationships structure parts called price purchase possession solvency summary leni p |
| 2774 |
2750 |
3119 |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 3 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
<p>Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives.</p><p>Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers.</p><p>His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar.</p><p>In this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Vol 3 presents the paired lives of Pericles and Fabius Maximus and Nicias and Crassus. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-3-by-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus/ |
p parallel lives noble greeks romans series biographies famous men arranged tandem illuminate common moral virtues failings surviving lives contain twenty three pairs biographies pair consisting one greek one roman well four unpaired single lives p p plutarch concerned writing histories such exploring influence character good bad lives destinies famous men first pair lives epaminondas scipio africanus longer exists many remaining lives truncated contain obvious lacunae and or tampered later writers p p his life alexander one five surviving secondary tertiary sources alexander great includes anecdotes descriptions incidents appear source likewise portrait numa pompilius early roman king also contains unique information early roman calendar p p in copy right expired 11 volume translation loeb classical library order paired lives rearranged present greek lives chronological order vol 3 presents paired lives pericles fabius maximus nicias crassus summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
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2751 |
3120 |
Pirates of Ersatz |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
<p>Bron is the offspring of infamous space pirates but instead of following in the family footsteps he decides to become an electronic engineer. Unfortunately, every time he tries to get out, something pulls him back in. This is a tongue-in-cheek space adventure along the lines of the Stainless Steel Rat by Harry Harrison. It was originally published in the FEB-APR issues of Astounding Science Fiction in 1959. (Summary by Elliott Miller)</p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirates-of-ersatz-by-murray-leinster/ |
p bron offspring infamous space pirates instead following family footsteps decides become electronic engineer unfortunately every time tries get out something pulls back in tongue in cheek space adventure along lines stainless steel rat harry harrison originally published feb apr issues astounding science fiction 1959 summary elliott miller p |
| 2776 |
2752 |
3121 |
Wilhelm Meisters Lehrjahre |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Wilhelm Meisters Lehrjahre ist ein klassischer Bildungsroman von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Der wegweisende Entwicklungsroman erschien 1795/96. Der Roman besteht aus acht Büchern. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p>\n |
German |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/wilhelm-meisters-lehrjahre-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p wilhelm meisters lehrjahre ist ein klassischer bildungsroman von johann wolfgang von goethe der wegweisende entwicklungsroman erschien 1795 96 der roman besteht aus acht büchern zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 2777 |
2753 |
3122 |
Seventeen |
Booth Tarkington |
Humorous Fiction |
Seventeen: A Tale of Youth and Summer Time and the Baxter Family Especially William is a humorous novel by Booth Tarkington that gently satirizes first love, in the person of a callow 17-year-old, William Sylvanus Baxter. Seventeen takes place in a small city in the Midwestern United States shortly before World War I. It was published as sketches in the Metropolitan Magazine in 1914, and collected in a single volume in 1916, when it was the bestselling novel in the United States. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/seventeen-by-booth-tarkington/ |
seventeen tale youth summer time baxter family especially william humorous novel booth tarkington gently satirizes first love person callow 17 year old william sylvanus baxter seventeen takes place small city midwestern united states shortly world war i published sketches metropolitan magazine 1914 collected single volume 1916 bestselling novel united states summary wikipedia p |
| 2778 |
2761 |
3130 |
Moon |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <em>The Moon</em> by James Russell Lowell. This was the weekly poetry project for May 3rd, 2009.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings em the moon em james russell lowell weekly poetry project may 3rd 2009 br br |
| 2779 |
2755 |
3124 |
Magic City |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<br />Philip and Lucy discover that the city Philip has built using toys, books and household objects, has come alive. This is the account of their incredible adventures in those magical lands, where they meet characters from books and history, mythical beasts, and many other nice (and not so nice) people and creatures.<br /><br />As with all Edith Nesbit's tales, <em>The Magic City</em> has generous helpings of humour, imagination and interesting ideas, as well as the over-arching story of how a boy and girl who have unwillingly become step-brother and sister eventually learn to like each other.<br /><br />This is a story that works on many levels and will be equally enjoyed by adults and children. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-city-by-e-nesbit/ |
br philip lucy discover city philip built using toys books household objects come alive account incredible adventures magical lands meet characters books history mythical beasts many nice and nice people creatures br br as edith nesbit s tales em the magic city em generous helpings humour imagination interesting ideas well over arching story boy girl unwillingly become step brother sister eventually learn like other br br this story works many levels equally enjoyed adults children summary ruth golding br br |
| 2780 |
2756 |
3125 |
Bildnis des Dorian Gray |
Oscar Wilde |
General Fiction |
Als der berückend gutaussehende Jüngling Dorian Gray sein Porträt betrachtet, kommt ihm der Gedanke, wie herrlich es sein müsste, wenn das Bild an seiner Stelle altern könnte, während er selbst für immer jung und schön bliebe. Als sich dieser fantastische Wunsch zu erfüllen beginnt, genießt Dorian seine ewige Jugend in vollen Zügen - während in seiner Seele ein grauenvolles Werk der Zerstörung seinen Lauf nimmt. (Zusammenfassung von Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/das-bildnis-des-dorian-gray-by-oscar-wilde/ |
als der berückend gutaussehende jüngling dorian gray sein porträt betrachtet kommt ihm der gedanke wie herrlich es sein müsste wenn das bild seiner stelle altern könnte während er selbst für immer jung und schön bliebe als sich dieser fantastische wunsch zu erfüllen beginnt genießt dorian seine ewige jugend vollen zügen während seiner seele ein grauenvolles werk der zerstörung seinen lauf nimmt zusammenfassung von al kadi p |
| 2781 |
2757 |
3126 |
Fathers and Sons |
Ivan Turgenev |
General Fiction |
<p>The fathers and children of the novel refers to the growing divide between the two generations of Russians, and the character Yevgeny Bazarov has been referred to as the "first Bolshevik", for his nihilism and rejection of the old order.</p>\n<p>Turgenev wrote Fathers and Sons as a response to the growing cultural schism that he saw between liberals of the 1830s/1840s and the growing nihilist movement. Both the nihilists (the "sons") and the 1830s liberals sought Western-based social change in Russia. Additionally, these two modes of thought were contrasted with the conservative Slavophiles, who believed that Russia's path lay in its traditional spirituality.</p>\n<p>Fathers and Sons might be regarded as the first wholly modern novel in Russian Literature (Gogol's Dead Souls, another main contender, is sometimes referred to as a poem or epic in prose as in the style of Dante's Divine Comedy). The novel introduces a dual character study, as seen with the gradual breakdown of Bazarov's and Arkady's nihilistic opposition to emotional display, especially in the case of Bazarov's love for Madame Odintsova and Fenichka. This prominent theme of character duality and deep psychological insight would exert an influence on most of the great Russian novels to come, most obviously echoed in the novels of Tolstoy and Dostoevsky.</p>\n<p>The novel is also the first Russian work to gain prominence in the Western world, eventually gaining the approval of well established novelists Gustave Flaubert, Guy de Maupassant, and Henry James, proving that Russian literature owes much to Ivan Turgenev. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/fathers-and-sons-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
p the fathers children novel refers growing divide two generations russians character yevgeny bazarov referred first bolshevik nihilism rejection old order p p turgenev wrote fathers sons response growing cultural schism saw liberals 1830s 1840s growing nihilist movement nihilists the sons 1830s liberals sought western based social change russia additionally two modes thought contrasted conservative slavophiles believed russia s path lay traditional spirituality p p fathers sons might regarded first wholly modern novel russian literature gogol s dead souls another main contender sometimes referred poem epic prose style dante s divine comedy novel introduces dual character study seen gradual breakdown bazarov s arkady s nihilistic opposition emotional display especially case bazarov s love madame odintsova fenichka prominent theme character duality deep psychological insight would exert influence great russian novels come obviously echoed novels tolstoy dostoevsky p p the novel also first russian work gain prominence western world eventually gaining approval well established novelists gustave flaubert guy de maupassant henry james proving russian literature owes much ivan turgenev summary wikipedia p |
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2758 |
3127 |
Varney, the Vampyre Vol. 3 |
Thomas Peckett Prest |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>This is volume 3 of 3. -- Originally published as a penny dreadful from 1845 until 1847, when it first appeared in book form, <i>Varney the Vampyre</i> is a forerunner to vampire stories such as <i>Dracula</i>, which it heavily influenced.<br /><br />Flora Bannersworth is attacked in her own room in the middle of the night, and although her attacker is seemingly shot dead, the body is nowhere to be found. The discovery of two small bite marks on Flora's neck leads Mr Marchdale, an old friend of the family, to the conclusion that she was bitten by a vampire. While Flora recovers, her brother Henry and Mr Marchdale begin their hunt for the vampire. Their suspicions soon fall on the mysterious Sir Francis Varney, who has just bought an old abbey near Bannersworth Hall, and who bears an uncanny resemblance to Marmaduke Bannersworth, a long-dead ancestor of the family. (Summary by Annika Feilbach) </p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/varney-the-vampyre-vol-3-by-t-p-prest/ |
p this volume 3 3 originally published penny dreadful 1845 1847 first appeared book form i varney vampyre i forerunner vampire stories i dracula i heavily influenced br br flora bannersworth attacked room middle night although attacker seemingly shot dead body nowhere found discovery two small bite marks flora s neck leads mr marchdale old friend family conclusion bitten vampire flora recovers brother henry mr marchdale begin hunt vampire suspicions soon fall mysterious sir francis varney bought old abbey near bannersworth hall bears uncanny resemblance marmaduke bannersworth long dead ancestor family summary annika feilbach p |
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2759 |
3128 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 016 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-016/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2784 |
2760 |
3129 |
Egoist |
George Meredith |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br /><em>The Egoist</em> is a tragicomical novel by George Meredith published in 1879. The novel recounts the story of self-absorbed Sir Willoughby Patterne and his attempts at marriage; jilted by his first bride-to-be, he vacillates between the sentimental Laetitia Dale and the strong-willed Clara Middleton. More importantly, the novel follows Clara's attempts to escape from her engagement to Sir Willoughby, who desires women to serve as a mirror for him and consequently cannot understand why she would not want to marry him. Thus, <em>The Egoist</em> dramatizes the difficulty contingent upon being a woman in Victorian society, when women's bodies and minds are trafficked between fathers and husbands to cement male bonds. (Summary from Wikipedia) <br /><br /> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-egoist-by-george-meredith/ |
br em the egoist em tragicomical novel george meredith published 1879 novel recounts story self absorbed sir willoughby patterne attempts marriage jilted first bride to be vacillates sentimental laetitia dale strong willed clara middleton importantly novel follows clara s attempts escape engagement sir willoughby desires women serve mirror consequently cannot understand would want marry him thus em the egoist em dramatizes difficulty contingent upon woman victorian society women s bodies minds trafficked fathers husbands cement male bonds summary wikipedia br br |
| 2785 |
2762 |
3131 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 012 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>"Mondschein" und "Der Krüppel" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-012-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br mondschein und der krüppel übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 p |
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2763 |
3132 |
How Betsey and I Made Up |
Will Carleton |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <em>How Betsey and I Made Up</em> by Will Carleton. This was the fortnightly poetry project for May 3rd, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/how-betsey-and-i-made-up-by-will-carleton/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings em how betsey made up em carleton fortnightly poetry project may 3rd 2009 br br |
| 2787 |
2764 |
3133 |
Camille |
Alexandre Dumas, fils |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The Lady of the Camellias (French: La Dame aux camélias) is a novel by Alexandre Dumas, fils, first published in 1848, that was subsequently adapted for the stage. The Lady of the Camellias premiered at the Theatre de Vaudeville in Paris, France on February 2, 1852. An instant success, Giuseppe Verdi immediately set about to put the story to music. His work became the 1853 opera La Traviata with the female protagonist "Marguerite Gautier" renamed "Violetta Valéry".</p>\n<p>In the English-speaking world, The Lady of the Camellias became known as Camille and sixteen versions have been performed at Broadway theatres alone. The "lady of the camellias" is Marguerite Gautier, who is based on Marie Duplessis, the real life lover of author Dumas, fils. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/camille-by-alexandre-dumas-fils/ |
p the lady camellias french la dame aux camélias novel alexandre dumas fils first published 1848 subsequently adapted stage lady camellias premiered theatre de vaudeville paris france february 2 1852 instant success giuseppe verdi immediately set put story music work became 1853 opera la traviata female protagonist marguerite gautier renamed violetta valéry p p in english speaking world lady camellias became known camille sixteen versions performed broadway theatres alone lady camellias marguerite gautier based marie duplessis real life lover author dumas fils summary wikipedia p |
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2765 |
3134 |
Anarchisten |
John Henry Mackay |
General Fiction |
John Henry Mackays Buch „Die Anarchisten“ ist überwiegend biographisch gefärbt und basiert auf eigenen Erlebnissen. Anhand zweier Charaktere mit unterschiedlichen philosophischen Grundsätzen, wobei einer der beiden sein Alter Ego darstellt, illustriert er das Wesen sowohl des individualistischen Anarchismus‘ als auch des Kommunismus‘ seiner Zeit.\nAuban, Mackays Alter Ego, wird nicht nur mit den Widrigkeiten in einer Bewegung, die sich zwar anarchistisch nennt, aber mit seinen individualistischen Grundsätzen nicht konform geht, sondern auch mit der zunehmenden Entfremdung seines Freundes Trupp gegenüber, der ein glühender Anhänger der kommunistischen Arbeiterbewegung ist, konfrontiert.\nObschon ein philosophisches Buch, liest sich „Die Anarchisten“ stellenweise wie ein Roman, was nicht nur der konfliktreichen Situation, sondern auch der sprachlichen Fähigkeiten Mackays geschuldet ist.\nFerner hatte dieses Werk einen nicht zu verachtenden Einfluß auf die europäische Arbeiterbewegung, der bis dato Mackays Gedanken, die überwiegend der individualanarchistischen Bewegung in Amerika entsprangen, ausgesprochen fremd war. So wurde das Buch nach seiner Veröffentlichung 1891 reichlich rezipiert und, überwiegend in den sozialistischen Kreisen, diskutiert.\n(Summary by Ragnar)</p> |
German |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/die-anarchisten-by-john-henry-mackay/ |
john henry mackays buch die anarchisten ist überwiegend biographisch gefärbt und basiert auf eigenen erlebnissen anhand zweier charaktere mit unterschiedlichen philosophischen grundsätzen wobei einer der beiden sein alter ego darstellt illustriert er das wesen sowohl des individualistischen anarchismus als auch des kommunismus seiner zeit auban mackays alter ego wird nicht nur mit den widrigkeiten einer bewegung die sich zwar anarchistisch nennt aber mit seinen individualistischen grundsätzen nicht konform geht sondern auch mit der zunehmenden entfremdung seines freundes trupp gegenüber der ein glühender anhänger der kommunistischen arbeiterbewegung ist konfrontiert obschon ein philosophisches buch liest sich die anarchisten stellenweise wie ein roman nicht nur der konfliktreichen situation sondern auch der sprachlichen fähigkeiten mackays geschuldet ist ferner hatte dieses werk einen nicht zu verachtenden einfluß auf die europäische arbeiterbewegung der bis dato mackays gedanken die überwiegend der individualanarchistischen bewegung amerika entsprangen ausgesprochen fremd war wurde das buch nach seiner veröffentlichung 1891 reichlich rezipiert und überwiegend den sozialistischen kreisen diskutiert summary ragnar p |
| 2789 |
2766 |
3135 |
Précieuses ridicules |
Molière |
Historical Fiction, Drama |
<p>Madelon et Cathos, deux jeunes provinciales, arrivent à Paris en quête d'amour et de jeux d'esprit. Gorgibus, père de Madelon et oncle de Cathos, décide de les marier à deux prétendants, La Grange et Du Croisy, mais ces dernières les ridiculiseront de telle façon que ceux-ci voudront se venger de ces « précieuses ». Entre alors en scène un jeune homme, Mascarille, se prétendant homme du monde fréquentant les meilleurs cercles, qui tombera amoureux de Madelon. Vient ensuite un second homme, Jodelet, dont Cathos s'amourachera. On découvre ensuite que ces deux hommes sont des imposteurs, soit les valets des deux premiers hommes rejetés. Les précieuses sont tombées dans le piège et ont donc montré le ridicule de leur vanité. <br/>(de Wikipedia)</p><b>Personnages :</b> </p>La Grange, amant rebuté - <a href="http://michael.cadilhac.name/">Michaël Cadilhac</a> <br/>Du Croisy, amant rebuté - <a href="http://michael.cadilhac.name/">Michaël Cadilhac</a> <br/>Madelon, fille de Gorgibus - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a> <br/>Gorgibus, bon bourgeois - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2596">Christian</a> <br/>Cathos, nièce de Gorgibus - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a> <br/>Almanzor, laquais des précieuses ridicules - <a href="http://www.audiocite.net/Stanley.html">Stanley</a> <br/>Marquis de Mascarille, valet de la Grange - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5525">Dan Mewton</a> <br/>Vicomte de Jodelet, valet de du Croisy - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3503">Christian Al-Kadi</a> <br/>Premier porteur de chaise - <a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=glenn simonsen">Glenn Simonsen</a> <br/>Deuxième porteur de chaise - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a> <br/>Violons - <a href="http://aldoror.free.fr/wordpress/">Aldor</a> <br/>Marotte, servante des précieuses ridicules - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3881">Maud Benard</a> <br/>Lucile, voisine - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4336">ani poirier</a> <br/> <br><b>Didascalies et préface :</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a> <br><b>Violons (musique) :</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br/><br/> |
French |
1659 |
https://librivox.org/les-precieuses-ridicules-by-moliere-1012/ |
p madelon et cathos deux jeunes provinciales arrivent à paris en quête d amour et de jeux d esprit gorgibus père de madelon et oncle de cathos décide de les marier à deux prétendants la grange et du croisy mais ces dernières les ridiculiseront de telle façon que ceux ci voudront se venger de ces précieuses entre alors en scène un jeune homme mascarille se prétendant homme du monde fréquentant les meilleurs cercles qui tombera amoureux de madelon vient ensuite un second homme jodelet dont cathos s amourachera découvre ensuite que ces deux hommes sont des imposteurs soit les valets des deux premiers hommes rejetés les précieuses sont tombées dans le piège et ont donc montré le ridicule de leur vanité br de wikipedia p b personnages b p la grange amant rebuté a href http michael cadilhac name michaël cadilhac a br du croisy amant rebuté a href http michael cadilhac name michaël cadilhac a br madelon fille de gorgibus a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br gorgibus bon bourgeois a href http librivox org reader 2596 christian a br cathos nièce de gorgibus a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br almanzor laquais des précieuses ridicules a href http www audiocite net stanley html stanley a br marquis de mascarille valet de la grange a href http librivox org reader 5525 dan mewton a br vicomte de jodelet valet de du croisy a href http librivox org reader 3503 christian al kadi a br premier porteur de chaise a href http www archive org search php query glenn simonsen glenn simonsen a br deuxième porteur de chaise a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br violons a href http aldoror free fr wordpress aldor a br marotte servante des précieuses ridicules a href http librivox org reader 3881 maud benard a br lucile voisine a href http librivox org reader 4336 ani poirier a br br b didascalies et préface b a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br b violons musique b a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br br |
| 2790 |
2767 |
3136 |
Thief in the Night - Version 2 |
E. W. Hornung |
Short Stories, Single Author Collections |
A Thief in the Night is a 1905 collection of short stories by Ernest William Hornung, featuring his popular character A. J. Raffles. It was the third book in the series, and the final collection of short stories. In it, Raffles, a gentleman thief, commits a number of burglaries in late Victorian England.\n<br><br>\nAlthough Raffles had been killed in the Second Boer War at the end of The Black Mask, chronicler and accomplice Bunny Manders narrates additional adventures which he had previously omitted, from various points in their criminal careers.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-thief-in-the-night-version-2-by-e-w-hornung-2/ |
thief night 1905 collection short stories ernest william hornung featuring popular character a j raffles third book series final collection short stories it raffles gentleman thief commits number burglaries late victorian england br br although raffles killed second boer war end black mask chronicler accomplice bunny manders narrates additional adventures previously omitted various points criminal careers p |
| 2791 |
2768 |
3137 |
Short Poetry Collection 079 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of May 2009</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-079/ |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month may 2009 p |
| 2792 |
2769 |
3138 |
Notre-Dame de Paris |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
Dès 1828 Hugo avait conçu Note Dame de Paris et se rend plusieurs fois à la cathédrale. Il ressuscite le Paris d'autrefois avec sa cathédrale. Notre-Dame de Paris retrace la destinée tragique au Moyen Âge d'une jeune bohémienne, Esméralda, victime du désir qu'elle inspire à trois hommes. Convoitée par l'archidiacre Frollo, elle est enlevée sur son ordre par le sonneur de cloches difforme de Notre-Dame, Quasimodo, puis est sauvée par le beau capitaine Phoebus dont elle s'éprend. Mais Frollo, jaloux, poignarde Phoebus, et n'intervient pas lorsque Esméralda est accusée de ce meurtre. Elle est emprisonnée, puis délivrée, cette fois, par Quasimodo, épris d'elle, qui l'entraîne au sein de l'inviolable cathédrale. Les truands de la cour des Miracles, inquiets de sa disparition, assaillent l'édifice, et livrent, sans s'en douter, Esméralda à son pire ennemi, Frollo. Arrêtée, la jeune fille sera pendue sous l'oeil cynique de ce dernier. Quasimodo, enfin édifié sur son «bienfaiteur» Frollo, le précipite du haut des tours de Notre-Dame, et se laisse ensuite mourir dans les bras d'Esméralda dans le charnier où elle repose. ( adapté de http://romantis.free.fr/Victor hugo/html/notdadep.html)<p> |
French |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/notre-dame-de-paris-by-victor-hugo/ |
dès 1828 hugo avait conçu note dame de paris et se rend plusieurs fois à la cathédrale il ressuscite le paris d autrefois avec sa cathédrale notre dame de paris retrace la destinée tragique au moyen âge d une jeune bohémienne esméralda victime du désir qu elle inspire à trois hommes convoitée par l archidiacre frollo elle est enlevée sur son ordre par le sonneur de cloches difforme de notre dame quasimodo puis est sauvée par le beau capitaine phoebus dont elle s éprend mais frollo jaloux poignarde phoebus et n intervient pas lorsque esméralda est accusée de ce meurtre elle est emprisonnée puis délivrée cette fois par quasimodo épris d elle qui l entraîne au sein de l inviolable cathédrale les truands de la cour des miracles inquiets de sa disparition assaillent l édifice et livrent sans s en douter esméralda à son pire ennemi frollo arrêtée la jeune fille sera pendue sous l oeil cynique de ce dernier quasimodo enfin édifié sur son bienfaiteur frollo le précipite du haut des tours de notre dame et se laisse ensuite mourir dans les bras d esméralda dans le charnier où elle repose adapté de http romantis free fr victor hugo html notdadep html p |
| 2793 |
2770 |
3139 |
Four Girls at Chautauqua |
Pansy |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
Authored by Isabella M. Alden under the pen name “Pansy.” First in the Chautauqua Girls series.\nFour friends - spoiled, quirky Ruth; fun-loving and mischievous Eurie; poor, independent and brainy Marion; and meek, approval-seeking Flossy - attend Chautauqua on a lark, and their lives are changed forever. (Chautauqua is an adult education movement in the United States, highly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Chautauqua brought entertainment and culture for the whole community, with speakers, teachers, musicians, entertainers, preachers and specialists of the day.) (Summary by TriciaG and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/four-girls-at-chautauqua-by-isabella-alden-aka-pansy/ |
authored isabella m alden pen name pansy first chautauqua girls series four friends spoiled quirky ruth fun loving mischievous eurie poor independent brainy marion meek approval seeking flossy attend chautauqua lark lives changed forever chautauqua adult education movement united states highly popular late 19th early 20th centuries chautauqua brought entertainment culture whole community speakers teachers musicians entertainers preachers specialists day summary triciag wikipedia p |
| 2794 |
2771 |
3140 |
Wild Life on the Rockies |
Enos A. Mills |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Nature |
<p>"This book contains the record of a few of the many happy days and novel experiences which I have had in the wilds. For more than twenty years it has been my good fortune to live most of the time with nature, on the mountains of the West. I have made scores of long exploring rambles over the mountains in every season of the year, a nature-lover charmed with the birds and the trees. On my later excursions I have gone alone and without firearms. During three succeeding winters, in which I was a Government Experiment Officer and called the "State Snow Observer," I scaled many of the higher peaks of the Rockies and made many studies on the upper slopes of these mountains." (Summary from the Preface of <i>Wild Life on the Rockies</i>)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/wild-life-on-the-rockies-by-enos-a-mills/ |
p this book contains record many happy days novel experiences wilds twenty years good fortune live time nature mountains west made scores long exploring rambles mountains every season year nature lover charmed birds trees later excursions gone alone without firearms three succeeding winters government experiment officer called state snow observer scaled many higher peaks rockies made many studies upper slopes mountains summary preface i wild life rockies i p |
| 2795 |
2772 |
3141 |
Bat Wing |
Sax Rohmer |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Private detective Paul Harley investigates a mysterious case involving voodoo, vampirism, and macabre murder in the heart of London. The first book in the Paul Harley series, written by Sax Rohmer, author of The Insidious Dr. Fu Manchu. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/bat-wing-by-sax-rohmer/ |
p private detective paul harley investigates mysterious case involving voodoo vampirism macabre murder heart london first book paul harley series written sax rohmer author insidious dr fu manchu summary mark nelson p |
| 2796 |
2773 |
3142 |
Idiot (Part 01 and 02) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The extraordinary child-adult Prince Myshkin, confined for several years in a Swiss sanatorium suffering from severe epilepsy, returns to Russia to claim his inheritance and to find a place in healthy human society.\nThe teeming St Petersburg community he enters is far from receptive to an innocent like himself, despite some early successes and relentless pursuit by grotesque fortune-hunters. His naive gaucheries give rise to extreme reactions among his new acquaintance, ranging from anguished protectiveness to mockery and contempt.\nBut even before reaching the city, during the memorable train journey that opens the novel, he has encountered the demonic Rogozhin, the son of a wealthy merchant who is in thrall to the equally doomed Natasha Filippovna: beautiful, capricious and destructively neurotic, she joins with the two weirdly contrasted men in a spiralling dance of death... (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p>\n\nThis project is Part 1 & 2 of the 4 part novel <br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-idiot-part-03-and-04-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ ">Parts 3 & 4 of the novel</a><br> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-idiot-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky-part-01-and-02-translated-by-eva-m-martin/ |
extraordinary child adult prince myshkin confined several years swiss sanatorium suffering severe epilepsy returns russia claim inheritance find place healthy human society teeming st petersburg community enters far receptive innocent like himself despite early successes relentless pursuit grotesque fortune hunters naive gaucheries give rise extreme reactions among new acquaintance ranging anguished protectiveness mockery contempt even reaching city memorable train journey opens novel encountered demonic rogozhin son wealthy merchant thrall equally doomed natasha filippovna beautiful capricious destructively neurotic joins two weirdly contrasted men spiralling dance death summary martin geeson p project part 1 2 4 part novel br a href http librivox org the idiot part 03 and 04 by fyodor dostoyevsky parts 3 4 novel a br |
| 2797 |
2774 |
3143 |
While Gazing on the Moon's Light |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of <em>While Gazing on the Moon's Light</em> by Thomas Moore. This was the weekly poetry project for May 10th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/while-gazing-on-the-moons-light-by-thomas-moore/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings em while gazing moon s light em thomas moore weekly poetry project may 10th 2009 br br |
| 2798 |
2775 |
3144 |
Coral Island |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Ralph Rover is a traveler at heart, and has always dreamed of shipping out to the South Seas islands. He finally convinces his aging parents to let him go and find his way in the world. But the islands that Ralph finds are not as idyllic as in his dreams. Shipwrecked on a large, uninhabited island, Ralph and his fellow survivors, Jim and Peterkin, discover a world of hostile natives and villainous pirates. Danger, high adventure, and wonders of the sea greet them at every turn. When all seems lost, they find help from an unexpected source. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-coral-island-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
p ralph rover traveler heart always dreamed shipping south seas islands finally convinces aging parents let go find way world islands ralph finds idyllic dreams shipwrecked large uninhabited island ralph fellow survivors jim peterkin discover world hostile natives villainous pirates danger high adventure wonders sea greet every turn seems lost find help unexpected source summary tom weiss p |
| 2799 |
2776 |
3145 |
Compilation de poèmes - 001 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox.</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-001-by-various/ |
p cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p |
| 2800 |
2777 |
3146 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 017 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-017/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2801 |
2778 |
3148 |
Story of a Common Soldier of Army Life in the Civil War, 1861-1865 |
Leander Stillwell |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Leander Stillwell was an 18-year-old Illinois farm boy, living with his family in a log cabin, when the U.S. Civil War broke out. Stillwell felt a duty "to help save the Nation;" but, as with many other young men, his Patriotism was tinged with bravura: "the idea of staying at home and turning over senseless clods on the farm with the cannon thundering so close at hand . . . was simply intolerable." Stillwell volunteered for the 61st Illinois Infantry in January 1861. His youthful enthusiasm for the soldier's life was soon tempered at Shiloh, where he first "saw a gun fired in anger," and "saw a man die a violent death."</br><br>Stillwell's recounting of events is always vivid, personal, and engrossing. "I distinctly remember my first shot at Shiloh . . . The fronts of both lines were . . . shrouded in smoke. I had my gun at a ready, and was trying to peer under the smoke in order to get a sight of our enemies. Suddenly I heard someone in a highly excited tone calling to me from just in my rear, --'Stillwell! Shoot! Shoot! Why don't you shoot?' I looked around and saw that this command was being given by . . . our second lieutenant, who was wild with excitement, jumping up and down like a hen on a hot griddle. 'Why, lieutenant,' I said, 'I can't see anything to shoot at.' 'Shoot, shoot, anyhow!' 'All right,' I responded. . . And bringing my gun to my shoulder, I aimed low in the direction of the enemy, and blazed away through the smoke. But at the time the idea to me was ridiculous that one should blindly shoot into a cloud of smoke without having a bead on the object to be shot at."</br><br>The Story of a Common Soldier is a compelling coming of age tale that will appeal not only to Civil War buffs but to anyone who enjoys autobiographies. Written at the urging of his youngest son, when Stillwell was a mature man--a lawyer, judge, and member of the Kansas legislature, it combines graphic detail (provided by his war diary and letters written at the time to his family) with the insights of a thoughtful man looking back on those horrific times.(Summary by Sue Anderson)</br></p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-common-soldier-of-army-life-in-the-civil-war-1861-1865-by-leander-stillwell/ |
p leander stillwell 18 year old illinois farm boy living family log cabin u s civil war broke out stillwell felt duty to help save nation but many young men patriotism tinged bravura the idea staying home turning senseless clods farm cannon thundering close hand simply intolerable stillwell volunteered 61st illinois infantry january 1861 youthful enthusiasm soldier s life soon tempered shiloh first saw gun fired anger saw man die violent death br br stillwell s recounting events always vivid personal engrossing i distinctly remember first shot shiloh fronts lines shrouded smoke gun ready trying peer smoke order get sight enemies suddenly heard someone highly excited tone calling rear stillwell shoot shoot shoot looked around saw command given second lieutenant wild excitement jumping like hen hot griddle why lieutenant said i can t see anything shoot at shoot shoot anyhow all right responded bringing gun shoulder aimed low direction enemy blazed away smoke time idea ridiculous one blindly shoot cloud smoke without bead object shot at br br the story common soldier compelling coming age tale appeal civil war buffs anyone enjoys autobiographies written urging youngest son stillwell mature man a lawyer judge member kansas legislature combines graphic detail provided war diary letters written time family insights thoughtful man looking back horrific times summary sue anderson br p |
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2779 |
3149 |
Irish Impressions |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
<p>“For the Irish Question has never been discussed in England. Men have discussed Home Rule; but those who advocated it most warmly, and as I think wisely, did not even know what the Irish meant by Home. Men have talked about Unionism; but they have never even dared to propose Union. A Unionist ought to mean a man who is not even conscious of the boundary of the two countries; who can walk across the frontier of fairyland, and not even notice the walking haystack. As a fact, the Unionist always shoots at the haystack; though he never hits it. But the limitation is not limited to Unionists; as I have already said, the English Radicals have been quite as incapable of going to the root of the matter. Half the case for Home Rule was that Ireland could not be trusted to the English Home Rulers. They also, to recur to the parable, have been unable to take the talking cow by the horns; for I need hardly say that the talking cow is an Irish bull. What has been the matter with their Irish politics was simply that they were English politics. They discussed the Irish Question; but they never seriously contemplated the Irish Answer.” (- Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> \n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/irish-impressions-by-chesterton/ |
p for irish question never discussed england men discussed home rule advocated warmly think wisely even know irish meant home men talked unionism never even dared propose union unionist ought mean man even conscious boundary two countries walk across frontier fairyland even notice walking haystack fact unionist always shoots haystack though never hits it limitation limited unionists already said english radicals quite incapable going root matter half case home rule ireland could trusted english home rulers also recur parable unable take talking cow horns need hardly say talking cow irish bull matter irish politics simply english politics discussed irish question never seriously contemplated irish answer gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2803 |
2780 |
3150 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 038 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 038: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol038/ |
p librivox s short story collection 038 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2804 |
2781 |
3151 |
Scarlet Plague |
Jack London |
Science Fiction |
<p>\nKnown mainly for his tales of adventure, this work of science fiction by Jack London is set in a post-apocalyptic future. \n\nIt's 2072, sixty years after the scarlet plague has depopulated the planet. James Howard Smith is one of the few survivors of the pre-plague era left alive in the San Francisco area, and as he realizes his time grows short, he tries to impart the value of knowledge and wisdom to his grandsons. Through his narrative, we learn how the plague spread throughout the world and of the struggles of the handful of survivors it left in its wake.\n\nThe Scarlet Plague was originally published in London Magazine in 1912.\n\n(Summary by Wikipedia and James Christopher)\n</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-plague-by-jack-london/ |
p known mainly tales adventure work science fiction jack london set post apocalyptic future 2072 sixty years scarlet plague depopulated planet james howard smith one survivors pre plague era left alive san francisco area realizes time grows short tries impart value knowledge wisdom grandsons narrative learn plague spread throughout world struggles handful survivors left wake scarlet plague originally published london magazine 1912 summary wikipedia james christopher p |
| 2805 |
2782 |
3153 |
Starman's Quest |
Robert Silverberg |
Science Fiction |
<p>Travelling at speeds close to that of light, spacemen lived at an accelerated pace. When one of the twin boys left the starship, he grew older while his twin in space barely aged. So the starship twin left the ship to find what happened to his brother who was aging away on earth.\r\n</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/starmans-quest-by-robert-silverberg/ |
p travelling speeds close light spacemen lived accelerated pace one twin boys left starship grew older twin space barely aged starship twin left ship find happened brother aging away earth p |
| 2806 |
2783 |
3154 |
Amateur Emigrant |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
In July 1879, Robert Louis Stevenson left Scotland to meet his future wife in her native California. Leaving by ship from Glasgow, Scotland, he determined to travel in steerage class to see how the working classes fared. At the last minute he was convinced by friends to purchase a ticket one grade above the lowest price, for which he was later thankful after seeing the conditions in steerage, but he still lived among the 'lower' classes. His comments on the experience make interesting reading. His father however was so shocked at the thought of his son associating with people 'beneath him' that the work was not published for a number of years, (Summary by annise)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-amateur-emigrant-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
july 1879 robert louis stevenson left scotland meet future wife native california leaving ship glasgow scotland determined travel steerage class see working classes fared last minute convinced friends purchase ticket one grade lowest price later thankful seeing conditions steerage still lived among lower classes comments experience make interesting reading father however shocked thought son associating people beneath him work published number years summary annise p |
| 2807 |
2784 |
3155 |
Overruled |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Sequel to "<a href="https://librivox.org/making-fate-by-pansy/" target="_blank">Making Fate</a>". We continue the story of Marjorie Edmonds and those who surround her: Mr. Maxwell, her mother's boarder; Ralph and Estelle Bramlett, with Ralph's impulsiveness and Estelle's selfishness; Hannah Bramlett, who is helping keep a young man from drunkenness; and others. Each one has life choices to make and the consequences to face, but all are being over-ruled by a loving and sovereign God. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/overruled-by-pansy/ |
sequel a href https librivox org making fate by pansy target _blank making fate a continue story marjorie edmonds surround her mr maxwell mother s boarder ralph estelle bramlett ralph s impulsiveness estelle s selfishness hannah bramlett helping keep young man drunkenness others one life choices make consequences face over ruled loving sovereign god summary triciag |
| 2808 |
2785 |
3157 |
Tales of the Five Towns |
Arnold Bennett |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
<br />This is a selection of short stories recounting, with gentle satire and tolerant good humour, the small town provincial life at the end of the nineteenth century, based around the six towns in the county of Staffordshire, England, known as the Potteries. Arnold Bennett chose to fictionalize these towns by changing their names and omitting one (Fenton) as he apparently felt that “Five Towns” was more euphonious than “Six Towns”. The real town names which are thinly disguised in the novel are: Hanley, Longton, Burslem and Tunstal, the fifth, Stoke, became “Knype”.\n<br /><br />Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was born in Hanley, the eldest child of a pawnbroker who subsequently became a solicitor. Bennett’s father wished him to become a solicitor too, but he failed his university entrance examination and instead became a solicitor's clerk, at first in his father's office and, from 1889, in London.\n<br /><br />He showed early promise as a writer winning a writing competition in a local newspaper as a boy. In London he began to see his writing published in popular magazines and he joined the staff of ‘Woman’ magazine in 1893.\n<br /><br />His first novel to be published, <em>A Man from the North</em>, appeared in 1898 and its success allowed him to give up other work to concentrate on writing. His first short story (<em>A Letter Home</em>) was written in 1893 and appears in <em>Tales of the Five Towns</em>. (Summary by Martin Clifton)<br /><br /> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-five-towns-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br this selection short stories recounting gentle satire tolerant good humour small town provincial life end nineteenth century based around six towns county staffordshire england known potteries arnold bennett chose fictionalize towns changing names omitting one fenton apparently felt five towns euphonious six towns real town names thinly disguised novel are hanley longton burslem tunstal fifth stoke became knype br br arnold bennett 1867 1931 born hanley eldest child pawnbroker subsequently became solicitor bennett s father wished become solicitor too failed university entrance examination instead became solicitor s clerk first father s office and 1889 london br br he showed early promise writer winning writing competition local newspaper boy london began see writing published popular magazines joined staff woman magazine 1893 br br his first novel published em a man north em appeared 1898 success allowed give work concentrate writing first short story em a letter home em written 1893 appears em tales five towns em summary martin clifton br br |
| 2809 |
2786 |
3158 |
Misérables Vol. 3 |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is book 3 of 5. -- An ex-convict breaks parole and starts a new life as a righteous man, but is pursued by a police inspector. Along the way, the ex-convict joins a revolution, adopts a daughter, and beats people up. Hooray. (Summary by smileyman457)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-vol-3-by-victor-hugo/ |
p this book 3 5 ex convict breaks parole starts new life righteous man pursued police inspector along way ex convict joins revolution adopts daughter beats people up hooray summary smileyman457 p |
| 2810 |
2787 |
3159 |
Familie en kennissen |
Piet Paaltjens |
Single Author Collections |
<P>De schrijver François Haverschmidt is het best bekend van zijn dichtbundel ‘Snikken en Grimlachjes’, dat werd gepubliceerd onder het pseudoniem Piet Paaltjens. De uitgave ‘Familie en Kennissen’ is een verzameling korte verhalen, gebaseerd op jeugdherinneringen van de schrijver.<BR><BR>\nThis book is a collection of short stories, based on the writer's childhood reminiscences.</P> |
Dutch |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/familie-en-kennissen-door-francois-haverschmidt/ |
p de schrijver françois haverschmidt het best bekend van zijn dichtbundel snikken en grimlachjes dat werd gepubliceerd onder het pseudoniem piet paaltjens de uitgave familie en kennissen een verzameling korte verhalen gebaseerd op jeugdherinneringen van de schrijver br br book collection short stories based writer s childhood reminiscences p |
| 2811 |
2788 |
3160 |
Ramona |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Ramona, a novel written by Helen Hunt Jackson (1884), is the story of a part-Scottish and part-Native American orphan girl growing up and getting married in Southern California, suffering racial discrimination and hardship. Originally serialized in the Christian Union on a weekly basis, the novel became immensely popular. Overall, it has had more than 300 printings, been made into four film versions, and has been performed as an outdoor play annually since 1923. The impact the novel had on the culture and image of Southern California was enormous. Its romanticization of Mexican colonial life gave the region a unique cultural identity and its publication coincided with the arrival of railroad lines to the region, bringing in countless tourists who wanted to see the locations in the novel. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/ramona-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
p ramona novel written helen hunt jackson 1884 story part scottish part native american orphan girl growing getting married southern california suffering racial discrimination hardship originally serialized christian union weekly basis novel became immensely popular overall 300 printings made four film versions performed outdoor play annually since 1923 impact novel culture image southern california enormous romanticization mexican colonial life gave region unique cultural identity publication coincided arrival railroad lines region bringing countless tourists wanted see locations novel summary wikipedia p |
| 2812 |
2789 |
3161 |
Verzamelde korte Nederlandstalige Werken 002 |
Various |
Anthologies, Essays & Short Works |
Dit is een verzameling van kort Nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard - fictie en non-fictie. Uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van Librivox.</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/verzamelde-korte-nederlandstalige-werken-002-by-various/ |
dit een verzameling van kort nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard fictie en non fictie uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van librivox p |
| 2813 |
2790 |
3162 |
Ode (Bards Of Passion And Of Mirth) |
John Keats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of <em>Ode (Bards Of Passion And Of Mirth)</em> by John Keats. This was the weekly poetry project for May 17th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/ode-bards-of-passion-and-of-mirth-by-john-keats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings em ode bards passion mirth em john keats weekly poetry project may 17th 2009 br br |
| 2814 |
2798 |
3173 |
Two Poe Tales |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Edgar Allan Poe is best known for his famous short horror stories; however, horror is not the only genre in which he wrote. How To Write a Blackwood Article and its companion piece A Predicament are satirical works exploring the pieces of the formula generally seen in short horror stories (“articles”) found in the Scottish periodical “Blackwood’s Magazine” and the successful misapplication of said formula by – horrors! – a woman author! – respectively. (Summary by Catharine Eastman and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/two-poe-tales/ |
edgar allan poe best known famous short horror stories however horror genre wrote write blackwood article companion piece predicament satirical works exploring pieces formula generally seen short horror stories articles found scottish periodical blackwood s magazine successful misapplication said formula horrors woman author respectively summary catharine eastman wikipedia p |
| 2815 |
2791 |
3163 |
Kept in the Dark |
Anthony Trollope |
Romance |
Kept in the Dark is a novel by the 19th century English novelist Anthony Trollope. It was published in eight monthly installments in 1882, and also in book form in the same year. Cecilia Holt ends her engagement to Sir Francis Geraldine because of his indifference to her; she goes abroad and meets Mr George Western, who has been jilted by a beautiful girl. They marry but she does not tell him she has been previously engaged, although he has told her his story. When Western is informed of the previous engagement by Sir Francis, Western leaves his wife and goes abroad; she returns to Exeter to live with her mother. Her sister-in-law in the end effects a reconciliation. There is a comic sub-plot, involving one of Cecilia's friends who attempts to marry Sir Francis. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Michele Eaton and Stav Nisser.<br><br> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/kept-in-the-dark-by-anthony-trollope/ |
kept dark novel 19th century english novelist anthony trollope published eight monthly installments 1882 also book form year cecilia holt ends engagement sir francis geraldine indifference her goes abroad meets mr george western jilted beautiful girl marry tell previously engaged although told story western informed previous engagement sir francis western leaves wife goes abroad returns exeter live mother sister in law end effects reconciliation comic sub plot involving one cecilia s friends attempts marry sir francis summary michele eaton br br this project proof listened michele eaton stav nisser br br |
| 2816 |
2792 |
3164 |
Tragic Bride |
Francis Brett Young |
General Fiction |
<p>The story centers on Gabrielle Hewish, only and lonely child of Sir Jocelyn Hewish, a loveable lush and owner of the peaceful Roscarna estate nestled in the Irish countryside. In due course, young Gabrielle falls in love\nwith a Navy man whose untimely demise sends her into a depression, and the consequences of which alter her future, culminating in a fascinating and quite unpredictable relationship with Mrs. Payne and her troubled son Arthur. A story of understanding in it's finest sense and aptly titled, <i>The Tragic Bride</i> is both interesting as a story and telling as a character study. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragic-bride-by-francis-brett-young/ |
p the story centers gabrielle hewish lonely child sir jocelyn hewish loveable lush owner peaceful roscarna estate nestled irish countryside due course young gabrielle falls love navy man whose untimely demise sends depression consequences alter future culminating fascinating quite unpredictable relationship mrs payne troubled son arthur story understanding finest sense aptly titled i the tragic bride i interesting story telling character study summary roger melin p |
| 2817 |
2793 |
3165 |
County Regiment |
Dudley Landon Vaill |
Modern (19th C) |
<P>A sketch of the second regiment of Connecticut volunteer heavy artillery, originally the Nineteenth Volunteer Infantry, in the Civil War.</P> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-county-regiment-by-dudley-landon-vaill/ |
p a sketch second regiment connecticut volunteer heavy artillery originally nineteenth volunteer infantry civil war p |
| 2818 |
2794 |
3166 |
Give All To Love |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Give All To Love by Ralph Waldo Emerson. This was the fortnightly poetry project for May 17th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/give-all-to-love-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings give love ralph waldo emerson fortnightly poetry project may 17th 2009 br br |
| 2819 |
2795 |
3168 |
Zes Novellen |
Marcellus Emants |
Single Author Collections |
<P>Novellen van Marcelles Emants: Een avontuur, Najaarsstormen en Fanny verschenen samen in een boek uit 1879, nadat de eerste twee al eerder waren afgedrukt in een literair tijdschrift. Het laatste verhaal was ook bedoeld voor een tijdschrift, maar werd daaruit teruggetrokken, omdat de redacteuren bang waren dat het te erotisch was. De inleiding bij dit luisterboek hoort bij deze eerste drie novellen.<BR>Dood, Ontwaakt en Op zee verschenen in De Gids in 1890, 1896 en 1897. Deze drie zijn later ook in diverse boekuitgaven uitgekomen.<BR><BR>Short English description: Six short stories, all but one published in literary magazines in the Netherlands.</p> |
Dutch |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/zes-novellen-door-marcellus-emants/ |
p novellen van marcelles emants een avontuur najaarsstormen en fanny verschenen samen een boek uit 1879 nadat de eerste twee al eerder waren afgedrukt een literair tijdschrift het laatste verhaal ook bedoeld voor een tijdschrift maar werd daaruit teruggetrokken omdat de redacteuren bang waren dat het te erotisch was de inleiding bij dit luisterboek hoort bij deze eerste drie novellen br dood ontwaakt en op zee verschenen de gids 1890 1896 en 1897 deze drie zijn later ook diverse boekuitgaven uitgekomen br br short english description six short stories one published literary magazines netherlands p |
| 2820 |
2796 |
3169 |
Erema |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
General Fiction |
<p>A few years before the great Civil War, a young English woman and her father, having left the security of their wagon train, are lost in the unforgiving Californian desert, looking in vain for the landmark that marks the short-cut across those last western mountains which would lead them to the home of an old friend. George Castlewood gives all the water and rations he has to his daughter, Erema, and dies just a short distance from help. Rescued by kind Sampson “Uncle Sam” Gundry, the family friend they had been seeking, Erema lives for a time at his saw mill. One day, one Mr. Goad, a bounty-hunter from England, arrives at the mill, offering $10,000 for proof of Lord Castlewood’s death and custody of his young daughter. Lord Castlewood had been accused of the crime of patricide 15 years earlier, escaped from jail and been on the lam ever since. Erema, believing her father’s innocence and determined to clear his good name, returns to England to discover the long-lost secrets of her family and the cloudy circumstances of the murder of her grandfather.\nTold by Erema herself, this is a grand story of mystery and the coming of age of an independent and courageous woman. Set in Victorian England and the throes of the Civil War, the story is replete with twists and turns of plot in every chapter.(Summary by Linda Dodge)<p>\n |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/erema-by-richard-dodderidge-blackmore/ |
p a years great civil war young english woman father left security wagon train lost unforgiving californian desert looking vain landmark marks short cut across last western mountains would lead home old friend george castlewood gives water rations daughter erema dies short distance help rescued kind sampson uncle sam gundry family friend seeking erema lives time saw mill one day one mr goad bounty hunter england arrives mill offering 10 000 proof lord castlewood s death custody young daughter lord castlewood accused crime patricide 15 years earlier escaped jail lam ever since erema believing father s innocence determined clear good name returns england discover long lost secrets family cloudy circumstances murder grandfather told erema herself grand story mystery coming age independent courageous woman set victorian england throes civil war story replete twists turns plot every chapter summary linda dodge p |
| 2821 |
2797 |
3171 |
Beast in the Jungle |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>'The Beast in the Jungle' is a 1903 novella by Henry James, first published as part of the collection, The Better Sort. Almost universally considered one of James' finest short narratives, this story treats appropriately universal themes: loneliness, fate, love and death. The parable of John Marcher and his peculiar destiny has spoken to many readers who have speculated on the worth and meaning of human life.(Summary by Wikipedia)<p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-beast-in-the-jungle-by-henry-james/ |
p the beast jungle 1903 novella henry james first published part collection better sort almost universally considered one james finest short narratives story treats appropriately universal themes loneliness fate love death parable john marcher peculiar destiny spoken many readers speculated worth meaning human life summary wikipedia p |
| 2822 |
2829 |
3206 |
Gediechte in ut Mestreechs |
Guillaume D. Franquinet |
Anthologies |
<P>Verzameling van gedichten in het Maastrichts, afkomstig uit "Van de Schelde tot de Weichsel. Nederduitsche Dialecten in Dicht en Ondicht, uitgekozen en opgehelderd door Joh. A. Leopold en L. Leopold", uitgegeven in 1882. De gedichten zijn geschreven door Theodoor Weustenraad, Guillaume Franquinet en L. Polis.</p> |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/gediechte-in-ut-mestreechs/ |
p verzameling van gedichten het maastrichts afkomstig uit van de schelde tot de weichsel nederduitsche dialecten dicht en ondicht uitgekozen en opgehelderd door joh a leopold en l leopold uitgegeven 1882 de gedichten zijn geschreven door theodoor weustenraad guillaume franquinet en l polis p |
| 2823 |
2799 |
3174 |
Essay on the Principle of Population |
Thomas Malthus |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Philosophy |
The power of population is indefinitely greater than the power in the earth to produce subsistence for man. Population, when unchecked, increases in a geometrical ratio. Subsistence increases only in an arithmetical ratio. A slight acquaintance with numbers will show the immensity of the first power in comparison with the second (Malthus).</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-on-the-principle-of-population-by-thomas-malthus/ |
power population indefinitely greater power earth produce subsistence man population unchecked increases geometrical ratio subsistence increases arithmetical ratio slight acquaintance numbers show immensity first power comparison second malthus p |
| 2824 |
2800 |
3175 |
Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 1 |
Giorgio Vasari |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The Lives of the Most Excellent Italian Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, from Cimabue to Our Times, or Le Vite delle più eccellenti pittori, scultori, ed architettori, as it was originally known in Italian, is a series of artist biographies written by 16th century Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari, which is considered "perhaps the most famous, and even today the most- read work of the older literature of art", "some of the Italian Renaissance's most influential writing on art", and "one of the founding texts in art history".</p>\n\nVasari's work has been described as "by far the most influential single text for the history of Renaissance art" and "the most important work of Renaissance biography of artists". Its influence is situated mainly in three domains: as an example for contemporary and later biographers and art historians, as a defining factor in the view on the Renaissance and the role of Florence and Rome in it, and as a major source of information on the lives and works of early Italian artists.\n\n(Summary by Wikipedia)<p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-1-by-giorgio-vasari/ |
p the lives excellent italian painters sculptors architects cimabue times le vite delle più eccellenti pittori scultori ed architettori originally known italian series artist biographies written 16th century italian painter architect giorgio vasari considered perhaps famous even today most read work older literature art some italian renaissance s influential writing art one founding texts art history p vasari s work described by far influential single text history renaissance art the important work renaissance biography artists influence situated mainly three domains example contemporary later biographers art historians defining factor view renaissance role florence rome it major source information lives works early italian artists summary wikipedia p |
| 2825 |
2801 |
3176 |
Grace Harlowe's Plebe Year at High School |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
This delightful book tells about a group of smart young people who get up to some wonderful adventures together - and save one another from troubles. The unofficial leader of the group is Grace Harlowe, the title character. When Anne Pierson comes to the class at the beginning of the year, they decide to take her under their wing. Anne has a lot of troubles at home, but will true friends make her happy? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-plebe-year-at-high-school-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
delightful book tells group smart young people get wonderful adventures together save one another troubles unofficial leader group grace harlowe title character anne pierson comes class beginning year decide take wing anne lot troubles home true friends make happy summary stav nisser p |
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2802 |
3177 |
My Brilliant Career |
Miles Franklin |
Published 1900 onward |
<br>Sybella "There is no plot in this story, because there has been none in my life or in any other life which has come under my notice. I am one of a class, the individuals of which have no time for plots in their life, but have all they can do to get their work done without indulging in such a luxury". Like the author Miles Franklin, Sybella grows up in the bush , and as her family's fortunes decline , so her feelings rise that life should hold more for her than the relentless hard physical work farming marginal land in times of drought.(Summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/my-brilliant-career-by-miles-franklin/ |
br sybella there plot story none life life come notice one class individuals time plots life get work done without indulging luxury like author miles franklin sybella grows bush family s fortunes decline feelings rise life hold relentless hard physical work farming marginal land times drought summary annise p |
| 2827 |
2803 |
3178 |
Australia Felix |
Henry Handel Richardson |
Historical Fiction |
The story of Richard Mahony, a doctor trained in Edinburgh who comes to Ballarat in the gold rush of the 1850s. At first he runs a shop but later he marries and returns to medical practice. His story is interwoven with that of his wife's brothers and sister. Even after his medical practice becomes successful he is still unhappy living in the colony and decides to return home to Britain. Richard is a restless irritable man whose character is said to be based on the author's own father. This book is the first of the trilogy 'The Fortunes of Richard Mahony', but stands well on its own. The other two books of the trilogy are still protected by copyright in the USA, but may be found on Project Gutenberg Australia. (Summary by tabithat)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/australia-felix-by-henry-handel-richardson/ |
story richard mahony doctor trained edinburgh comes ballarat gold rush 1850s first runs shop later marries returns medical practice story interwoven wife s brothers sister even medical practice becomes successful still unhappy living colony decides return home britain richard restless irritable man whose character said based author s father book first trilogy the fortunes richard mahony stands well own two books trilogy still protected copyright usa may found project gutenberg australia summary tabithat p |
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2804 |
3179 |
Little Lord Fauntleroy (version 2) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
In mid-1880s Brooklyn, New York, Cedric Errol lives with his Mother (never named, known only as Mrs Errol or "dearest") in genteel poverty after his Father Captain Errol dies. They receive a visit from Havisham, an English lawyer with a message from Cedric's grandfather, Lord Dorincourt. Cedric is now Lord Fauntleroy and heir to the Earldom and a vast estate. The Earl wants Cedric to live with him and learn to be an English aristocrat. He offers Mrs Errol a house and income but refuses to meet or have anything to do with her. <br /><br />The crusty Earl is impressed by the appearance and intelligence of his young American grandson, and charmed by his innocent nature. He admits that Cedric, who has befriended and cared for the poor and needy on the Earl's estate, will be a better Earl than he was. <br /><br />A pretender to Cedric's inheritance appears, but the claim is investigated and disproved with the assistance of Cedric's loyal American friends. The Earl is reconciled to his son's American widow. <br /><br />The Earl had intended to teach his grandson how to be an aristocrat; however, Cedric inadvertently teaches his grand-father that an aristocrat should practice compassion and social justice towards persons who are dependent on him. The Earl becomes the kind and good man Cedric always innocently believed him to be. Cedric is reunited with his mother, who comes to live in the ancestral castle with them. "Little Lord Fauntleroy" is the first children's novel written by English–American playwright and author Frances Hodgson Burnett. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/little-lord-fauntleroy-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-2/ |
mid 1880s brooklyn new york cedric errol lives mother never named known mrs errol dearest genteel poverty father captain errol dies receive visit havisham english lawyer message cedric s grandfather lord dorincourt cedric lord fauntleroy heir earldom vast estate earl wants cedric live learn english aristocrat offers mrs errol house income refuses meet anything her br br the crusty earl impressed appearance intelligence young american grandson charmed innocent nature admits cedric befriended cared poor needy earl s estate better earl was br br a pretender cedric s inheritance appears claim investigated disproved assistance cedric s loyal american friends earl reconciled son s american widow br br the earl intended teach grandson aristocrat however cedric inadvertently teaches grand father aristocrat practice compassion social justice towards persons dependent him earl becomes kind good man cedric always innocently believed be cedric reunited mother comes live ancestral castle them little lord fauntleroy first children s novel written english american playwright author frances hodgson burnett summary wikipedia p |
| 2829 |
2805 |
3180 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 018 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science fiction (abbreviated SF or sci-fi with varying punctuation and case) is a broad genre of fiction that often involves sociological and technical speculations based on current or future science or technology. This is a reader-selected collection of short stories that entered the US public domain when their copyright was not renewed.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel, with Wikipedia input.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-018/ |
p science fiction abbreviated sf sci fi varying punctuation case broad genre fiction often involves sociological technical speculations based current future science technology reader selected collection short stories entered us public domain copyright renewed br br summary cori samuel wikipedia input p |
| 2830 |
2806 |
3181 |
Naar het Middelpunt der Aarde |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<P>Professor Lidenbrock ontcijfert een runentekst: ”Daal af in den krater van den Sneffels Yocul (Snæfellsjökull), dien de schaduw van den Scartaris treft vóór den eersten Juli, vermetele reiziger! en gij zult het middelpunt der aarde bereiken. Ik heb het gedaan. Arne Saknussemm.” De professor, zijn neefje Axel en de ingehuurde gids Hans gaan op pad.<BR>This is the Dutch translation of the book: Journey to the Centre of the Earth by Jules Verne.</P> |
Dutch |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/naar-het-middelpunt-der-aarde-van-jules-verne/ |
p professor lidenbrock ontcijfert een runentekst daal af den krater van den sneffels yocul snæfellsjökull dien de schaduw van den scartaris treft vóór den eersten juli vermetele reiziger en gij zult het middelpunt der aarde bereiken ik heb het gedaan arne saknussemm de professor zijn neefje axel en de ingehuurde gids hans gaan op pad br this dutch translation book journey centre earth jules verne p |
| 2831 |
2807 |
3182 |
People Like That |
Kate Langley Bosher |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>A single woman from a family that is well-off, buys a house at a place that is looked down upon and disapproved by her family and friends alike. Her reason - she wants to live the life of and know people like that. (This book's got one of the cutest romantic endings I've ever read). What is surprising is this book is in the PD - there are quite a few modern expressions and comparatively less quaint, out-of-fashion expressions. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/people-like-that-by-kate-langley-bosher/ |
p a single woman family well off buys house place looked upon disapproved family friends alike reason wants live life know people like that this book s got one cutest romantic endings i ve ever read surprising book pd quite modern expressions comparatively less quaint out of fashion expressions summary neeru iyer p |
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2808 |
3184 |
Stillwater Tragedy |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich |
Detective Fiction |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich was an American poet, novelist and editor. Of his many books of poetry and fiction, he may be best known for his semi-autobiographical novel, <i>The Story of a Bad Boy</i> and his collection of short stories, <i>Majorie Daw and Other People</i>. <i>The Stillwater Tragedy</i> which was published in 1880 is set in a small New England manufacturing town whose tranquility is disturbed first by the murder of one of its prominent citizens and soon thereafter by a general strike of all the trades-unions. As the story develops, Richard Shackford, the murdered man's nephew, finds himself inextricably caught up in both these events. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-stillwater-tragedy-by-thomas-bailey-aldrich/ |
thomas bailey aldrich american poet novelist editor many books poetry fiction may best known semi autobiographical novel i the story bad boy i collection short stories i majorie daw people i i the stillwater tragedy i published 1880 set small new england manufacturing town whose tranquility disturbed first murder one prominent citizens soon thereafter general strike trades unions story develops richard shackford murdered man s nephew finds inextricably caught events summary j m smallheer p |
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2809 |
3185 |
No Name |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The story begins in 1846, at Combe-Raven in West Somersetshire, the country residence of the happy Vanstone family. When Andrew Vanstone is killed suddenly in an accident and his wife follows shortly thereafter, it is revealed that they were not married at the time of their daughters' births, making their daughters "Nobody's Children" in the eyes of English law and robbing them of their inheritance. Andrew Vanstone's elder brother Michael gleefully takes possession of his brother's fortune, leaving his nieces to make their own way in the world. Norah, the elder sister, accepts her misfortune gracefully, but the headstrong Magdalen is determined to have her revenge. Using her dramatic talent and assisted by wily swindler Captain Wragge, Magdalen plots to regain her rightful inheritance. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/no-name-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p the story begins 1846 combe raven west somersetshire country residence happy vanstone family andrew vanstone killed suddenly accident wife follows shortly thereafter revealed married time daughters births making daughters nobody s children eyes english law robbing inheritance andrew vanstone s elder brother michael gleefully takes possession brother s fortune leaving nieces make way world norah elder sister accepts misfortune gracefully headstrong magdalen determined revenge using dramatic talent assisted wily swindler captain wragge magdalen plots regain rightful inheritance summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2834 |
2810 |
3186 |
My True Love |
Sir Philip Sidney |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of My True Love by Sir Philip Sidney. This was the weekly poetry project for May 24th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/my-true-love-by-sir-philip-sidney/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings true love sir philip sidney weekly poetry project may 24th 2009 br br |
| 2835 |
2811 |
3188 |
Book of the National Parks |
Robert Sterling Yard |
*Non-fiction, History , Nature |
Robert Sterling Yard was an American writer, journalist, and wilderness activist. Born in Haverstraw, New York, Yard graduated from Princeton University and spent the first twenty years of his career in the editing and publishing business. In 1915, he was recruited by his friend Stephen Mather to help publicize the need for an independent national park agency. Their numerous publications were part of a movement that resulted in legislative support for a National Park Service (NPS) in 1916. Yard worked to promote the national parks as well as educate Americans about their use. Creating high standards based on aesthetic ideals for park selection, he also opposed commercialism and industrialization of what he called "America's masterpieces". In 1935, he became one of the eight founding members of The Wilderness Society and acted as its first president from 1937 until his death eight years later. Yard is now considered an important figure in the modern wilderness movement.<br><br>In the preface to this book, published in 1919, he writes, "In offering the American public a carefully studied outline of its national park system, I have two principal objects. The one is to describe and differentiate the national parks in a manner which will enable the reader to appreciate their importance, scope, meaning, beauty, manifold uses and enormous value to individual and nation. The other is to use these parks, in which Nature is writing in large plain lines the story of America's making, as examples illustrating the several kinds of scenery, and what each kind means in terms of world building; in other words, to translate the practical findings of science into unscientific phrase for the reader's increased profit and pleasure, not only in his national parks but in all other scenic places great and small." (summary from wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-national-parks-by-robert-sterling-yard/ |
robert sterling yard american writer journalist wilderness activist born haverstraw new york yard graduated princeton university spent first twenty years career editing publishing business 1915 recruited friend stephen mather help publicize need independent national park agency numerous publications part movement resulted legislative support national park service nps 1916 yard worked promote national parks well educate americans use creating high standards based aesthetic ideals park selection also opposed commercialism industrialization called america s masterpieces 1935 became one eight founding members wilderness society acted first president 1937 death eight years later yard considered important figure modern wilderness movement br br in preface book published 1919 writes in offering american public carefully studied outline national park system two principal objects one describe differentiate national parks manner enable reader appreciate importance scope meaning beauty manifold uses enormous value individual nation use parks nature writing large plain lines story america s making examples illustrating several kinds scenery kind means terms world building words translate practical findings science unscientific phrase reader s increased profit pleasure national parks scenic places great small summary wikipedia p |
| 2836 |
2812 |
3189 |
Essays, Second Series |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Essays & Short Works |
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, best remembered for leading the Transcendentalist movement of the mid 19th century. His teachings directly influenced the growing New Thought movement of the mid 1800s. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/essays-second-series-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
ralph waldo emerson american essayist philosopher poet best remembered leading transcendentalist movement mid 19th century teachings directly influenced growing new thought movement mid 1800s summary wikipedia p |
| 2837 |
2813 |
3190 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 013 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br></p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-013-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br p |
| 2838 |
2814 |
3191 |
Adrift on an Ice-Pan |
Sir Wilfred Grenfell |
Memoirs |
This autobiographical work describes the author's harrowing experience caught on a small drifting piece of ice, while crossing a frozen bay by dog team on the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland. (Summary by Sean Michael Hogan) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/adrift-on-an-ice-pan-by-sir-wilfred-grenfell/ |
autobiographical work describes author s harrowing experience caught small drifting piece ice crossing frozen bay dog team northern peninsula newfoundland summary sean michael hogan |
| 2839 |
2815 |
3192 |
What Dress Makes of Us |
Dorothy Quigley |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<br />A wickedly funny book of advice on women's dress. However old, fat or plain you are, Dorothy Quigley will tell you what not to wear. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/what-dress-makes-of-us-by-dorothy-quigley/ |
br a wickedly funny book advice women s dress however old fat plain are dorothy quigley tell wear summary ruth golding br br |
| 2840 |
2816 |
3193 |
Europeans |
Henry James |
Travel Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Europeans: A sketch is a short novel by Henry James, published in 1878. It is essentially a comedy contrasting the behaviour and attitudes of two visitors from Europe with those of their relatives living in the 'new' world of New England. The novel first appeared as a serial in The Atlantic Monthly for July-October, 1878. James made numerous minor revisions for the first book publication. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-europeans-by-henry-james/ |
p the europeans sketch short novel henry james published 1878 essentially comedy contrasting behaviour attitudes two visitors europe relatives living new world new england novel first appeared serial atlantic monthly july october 1878 james made numerous minor revisions first book publication summary wikipedia p |
| 2841 |
2817 |
3194 |
Memoirs of Miss Sidney Bidulph |
Frances Sheridan |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Romance |
<p>Sidney and Cecilia are best childhood friends who are forced to part for 5 years. In that interval, Sidney Bidulph - an undoubtedly good and dutiful woman - writes to her friend about everything: her marriage, her children, her other friendships and, above all, about her great love for Mr. Faulkland. In an amazing and unforgettable way, this book shows us that the road to happiness is not always clear - and that sometimes doing what seems to be right is not really the right thing to do. With Rachel's lovely reading, we see her - Sidney Bidulph - as she was meant to be, and as she really is. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1761 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-miss-sidney-bidulph-by-frances-sheridan/ |
p sidney cecilia best childhood friends forced part 5 years interval sidney bidulph undoubtedly good dutiful woman writes friend everything marriage children friendships and all great love mr faulkland amazing unforgettable way book shows us road happiness always clear sometimes seems right really right thing do rachel s lovely reading see sidney bidulph meant be really is summary stav nisser p |
| 2842 |
2818 |
3195 |
Madame Midas |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
Hume was born in England, the second son of Dr James Hume. At the age of three his father emigrated with his family to Dunedin, New Zealand. He was admitted to the New Zealand bar in 1885. Shortly after graduation he left for Melbourne, Australia where he obtained a post as a barristers' clerk. He began writing plays, but found it impossible to persuade the managers of the Melbourne theatres to accept or even read them. Hume was a capable writer of mystery stories, and may be looked upon as one of the precursors of the many writers of detective stories whose work was so popular in the twentieth century. (Summary Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/madame-midas-by-fergus-hume/ |
hume born england second son dr james hume age three father emigrated family dunedin new zealand admitted new zealand bar 1885 shortly graduation left melbourne australia obtained post barristers clerk began writing plays found impossible persuade managers melbourne theatres accept even read them hume capable writer mystery stories may looked upon one precursors many writers detective stories whose work popular twentieth century summary wikipedia p |
| 2843 |
2819 |
3196 |
Kleine Lord |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General |
<p>Cedric Errol, ein kleiner Junge aus New York, wird von seinem kaltherzigen englischen Großvater, dem Earl of Dorincourt, trotz der standeswidrigen Ehe seines verstorbenen Vaters, als einziger Nachfolger für den Grafentitel bei sich aufgenommen und aufgezogen. Seine Mutter, eine bürgerliche Näherin, darf das Anwesen aufgrund von Voreingenommenheit und Standesdünkel des Earls nicht betreten.\nNach und nach aber schafft es Cedric, mit seiner freundlichen Art das Herz des Großvaters zu gewinnen... (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Elli)</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-kleine-lord-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
p cedric errol ein kleiner junge aus new york wird von seinem kaltherzigen englischen großvater dem earl dorincourt trotz der standeswidrigen ehe seines verstorbenen vaters als einziger nachfolger für den grafentitel bei sich aufgenommen und aufgezogen seine mutter eine bürgerliche näherin darf das anwesen aufgrund von voreingenommenheit und standesdünkel des earls nicht betreten nach und nach aber schafft es cedric mit seiner freundlichen art das herz des großvaters zu gewinnen zusammenfassung von wikipedia und elli p |
| 2844 |
2820 |
3197 |
Traveller in War-Time |
Winston Churchill |
Travel & Geography |
This is a collection of a series of journalistic articles written during his travels throughout WWI era Europe that Churchill -- the American author, not the famed British statesman -- published in 1917; the book version came out in 1918. The writing is sharp, straightforward, and rarely sentimental, with loads of local color and occasional humor. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-traveller-in-war-time-by-winston-churchill/ |
collection series journalistic articles written travels throughout wwi era europe churchill american author famed british statesman published 1917 book version came 1918 writing sharp straightforward rarely sentimental loads local color occasional humor summary bellonatimes p |
| 2845 |
2821 |
3198 |
Lord Kitchener |
G. K. Chesterton |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
<p>“The paradox of all this part of his life lies in this--that, destined as he was to be the greatest enemy of Mahomedanism, he was quite exceptionally a friend of Mahomedans.” (Summary quoted from Gilbert Keith Chesterton)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/lord-kitchener-by-chesterton/ |
p the paradox part life lies this that destined greatest enemy mahomedanism quite exceptionally friend mahomedans summary quoted gilbert keith chesterton p |
| 2846 |
2822 |
3199 |
Man Who Lost Himself |
H. De Vere Stacpoole |
General Fiction |
Best known for his literary work <i>The Blue Lagoon</i>, which has been made into film several times over, H. De Vere Stacpoole’s first publication was a book titled <i>The Intended</i> in 1894. Stacpoole was disappointed at its lack of commercial success, and felt the story was too good to let go. He eventually re-worked the book, culminating in <i>The Man Who Lost Himself</i>, a light-hearted story of a luckless American visiting London on yet another of his failed business ventures, when he happens upon a gentleman of status and wealth, who also just happens to be his exact look-alike. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-lost-himself-by-h-de-vere-stacpoole/ |
best known literary work i the blue lagoon i made film several times over h de vere stacpoole s first publication book titled i the intended i 1894 stacpoole disappointed lack commercial success felt story good let go eventually re worked book culminating i the man lost himself i light hearted story luckless american visiting london yet another failed business ventures happens upon gentleman status wealth also happens exact look alike summary roger melin p |
| 2847 |
2823 |
3200 |
Great Panjandrum Himself |
Samuel Foote |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <em>The Great Panjandrum Himself</em> by Samuel Foote. This was the weekly poetry project for May 31st, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1754 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-panjandrum-himself-by-samuel-foote/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings em the great panjandrum himself em samuel foote weekly poetry project may 31st 2009 br br |
| 2848 |
2824 |
3201 |
Song of the Shingle-Splitters |
Henry Kendall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of Song of the Shingle-Splitters by Henry C. Kendall. This was the weekly poetry project for June 7th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-the-shingle-splitters-by-henry-c-kendall/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings song shingle splitters henry c kendall weekly poetry project june 7th 2009 p |
| 2849 |
2825 |
3202 |
Petit Nord |
Anne MacLanahan Grenfell |
Memoirs |
<p>A collection of letters from Anne (MacLanahan) Grenfell, future wife of Sir Wilfred Grenfell, regarding her year of missionary service at the orphanage in St. Anthony, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. (Summary by Sean Michael Hogan)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/le-petit-nord-or-annals-of-a-labrador-harbour-by-anne-maclanahan-grenfell-and-katie-spalding/ |
p a collection letters anne maclanahan grenfell future wife sir wilfred grenfell regarding year missionary service orphanage st anthony newfoundland labrador canada summary sean michael hogan p |
| 2850 |
2826 |
3203 |
Ot en Sien, Het boek van |
Jan Ligthart |
General |
<P>'Het Boek van Ot en Sien' is een bundeling van de vier delen van 'Nog bij Moeder', die gedurende de eerste helft van de 20e eeuw gebruikt zijn als leesmateriaal op de lagere school (Samenvatting door Bianca).<BR><BR>Ot en Sien is an old children's book, written by a teacher in Drenthe, the Netherlands. It was the start of a new method of writing children's books and had profound influence on Dutch elementary education in the first half of the twentieth century (Summary by Wikipedia)</P> |
Dutch |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/ot-en-sien-door-scheepstra-en-ligthart/ |
p het boek van ot en sien een bundeling van de vier delen van nog bij moeder die gedurende de eerste helft van de 20e eeuw gebruikt zijn als leesmateriaal op de lagere school samenvatting door bianca br br ot en sien old children s book written teacher drenthe netherlands start new method writing children s books profound influence dutch elementary education first half twentieth century summary wikipedia p |
| 2851 |
2827 |
3204 |
Summa Theologica - 03 Pars Prima, Angels and the Six Days |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<p>The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners as a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasonings for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>These are parts three and four of six parts of the Pars Prima, consisting of questions regarding the Angels, and the Work of the Six Days.</p> |
English |
1300 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-03-pars-prima-the-angels-and-the-six-days-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
p the summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasonings almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br these parts three four six parts pars prima consisting questions regarding angels work six days p |
| 2852 |
2828 |
3205 |
Fables of Phaedrus |
Phaedrus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Short Stories |
<p>The fable is a small narrative, in prose or verse, which has as its main characteristic the aim of conveying a moral lesson (the "moral"), implicitly or, more normally, explicitly expressed. Even though the modern concept of fable is that it should have animals or inanimated objects as characters - an idea supported by the works of famous fabulists such as Aesop and La Fontaine - Phaedrus, the most important Latin fabulist, is innovative in his writing. Although many of his fables do depict animals or objects assuming speech, he also has many short stories about men, writing narratives that seem to the modern eye more like short tales than fables.<br><br>Despite many other fables being attributed to Phaedrus, only five books are considered by scholarship to have been written by him. Phaedrus' five books of fables are here presented in a translation to English prose by Henry Thomas Ridley. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-fables-of-phaedrus-by-phaedrus/ |
p the fable small narrative prose verse main characteristic aim conveying moral lesson the moral implicitly or normally explicitly expressed even though modern concept fable animals inanimated objects characters idea supported works famous fabulists aesop la fontaine phaedrus important latin fabulist innovative writing although many fables depict animals objects assuming speech also many short stories men writing narratives seem modern eye like short tales fables br br despite many fables attributed phaedrus five books considered scholarship written him phaedrus five books fables presented translation english prose henry thomas ridley summary leni p |
| 2853 |
2860 |
3240 |
Chopin: the Man and His Music |
James Huneker |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Music |
<p>A biography of the Polish composer and virtuoso pianist Frédéric Chopin and a critical analysis of his work by American music writer and critic James Huneker. (Summary by Julie VW)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/chopin-the-man-and-his-music-by-james-huneker/ |
p a biography polish composer virtuoso pianist frédéric chopin critical analysis work american music writer critic james huneker summary julie vw p |
| 2854 |
2830 |
3207 |
War and Peace, Book 13: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir”) is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy’s two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world’s greatest novels.</p>\n\nWar and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy’s time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-13-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p |
| 2855 |
2831 |
3208 |
Ten Books on Architecture |
Marcus Vitruvius Pollio |
Art, Design & Architecture, Antiquity |
<p>On Architecture is a treatise on architecture written by the Roman architect Vitruvius and dedicated to his patron, the emperor Caesar Augustus as a guide for building projects. The work is one of the most important sources of modern knowledge of Roman building methods as well as the planning and design of structures, both large (aqueducts, buildings, baths, harbours) and small (machines, measuring devices, instruments). He is also the prime source of the famous story of Archimedes and his bath-time discovery. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/on-architecture-by-vitruvius/ |
p on architecture treatise architecture written roman architect vitruvius dedicated patron emperor caesar augustus guide building projects work one important sources modern knowledge roman building methods well planning design structures large aqueducts buildings baths harbours small machines measuring devices instruments also prime source famous story archimedes bath time discovery summary wikipedia p |
| 2856 |
2832 |
3209 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 019 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-19/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 2857 |
2833 |
3210 |
Pippa Passes |
Robert Browning |
Plays, Poetry |
<p> Pippa Passes was a dramatic piece, as much play as poetry, by Robert Browning published in 1841 as the first volume of his Bells and Pomegranates series.\n\nThe author described the work as the first of a series of dramatic pieces. His original idea was of a young, innocent girl, moving unblemished through the crime-ridden neighbourhoods of Asolo. The work caused outrage when it was first published, due to the matter-of-fact portrayals of many of the area's more disreputable characters – notably the adulterous Ottima – and for its frankness on sexual matters. Perhaps the most famous passage is below:<br><br>The year's at the spring,<br>\nAnd day's at the morn;<br>\nMorning's at seven;<br>\nThe hill-side's dew-pearled;<br>\nThe lark's on the wing;<br>\nThe snail's on the thorn;<br>\nGod's in his Heaven - <br>\nAll's right with the world! (Summary by Wikipedia)<p>\n\n<ul>\n<strong>Characters:</strong></p>\n<p>Pippa — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2297">Philippa</a><br />\nNarrator/Stage Directions — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\n1st 3rd & 5th Student — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\n3rd & 4th Girl — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1134">vanrose</a><br />\nGottlieb, 1st and 3rd Police — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4515">Doug</a><br />\nJules, 2nd Police & Monsignor — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1085">heyfd</a><br />\nLuigi — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br />\nLuigi’s Mother — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3943">Silence</a><br />\nOttima, 2nd Girl — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nPhene, 1st Girl — <a href="http://neeruscribbles.blogspot.com/">Neeru Iyer</a><br />\nSebald, Schramm, Bluphocks, Intendant, 2nd, 4th & 6th Student — <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a>\n</ul>\n<p>All tunes used are original and placed in the public domain by the readers.</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/pippa-passes-by-robert-browning/ |
p pippa passes dramatic piece much play poetry robert browning published 1841 first volume bells pomegranates series author described work first series dramatic pieces original idea young innocent girl moving unblemished crime ridden neighbourhoods asolo work caused outrage first published due matter of fact portrayals many area s disreputable characters notably adulterous ottima frankness sexual matters perhaps famous passage below br br the year s spring br day s morn br morning s seven br hill side s dew pearled br lark s wing br snail s thorn br god s heaven br all s right world summary wikipedia p ul strong characters strong p p pippa a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2297 philippa a br narrator stage directions a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br 1st 3rd 5th student a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2234 lars rolander a br 3rd 4th girl a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 1134 vanrose a br gottlieb 1st 3rd police a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4515 doug a br jules 2nd police monsignor a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 1085 heyfd a br luigi a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br luigi s mother a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3943 silence a br ottima 2nd girl a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br phene 1st girl a href http neeruscribbles blogspot com neeru iyer a br sebald schramm bluphocks intendant 2nd 4th 6th student a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a ul p all tunes used original placed public domain readers p |
| 2858 |
2834 |
3211 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 008 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-008-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 2859 |
2835 |
3212 |
Promised Land |
Mary Antin |
Biography & Autobiography |
Being a Jew in Russia at the end of the 19th century was not easy at all. Jews were persecuted because of their religion. So the Jews found comfort in their ancient traditions. When Mary Antin's father decided that keeping to his traditions did not suit him anymore, he found no place in Russia. So he emigrated to America with his family. Life was not easy, though as a child, Mary describes life in Boston as almost perfect. A smart and dignified girl, Mary takes the good things in anything and writes her autobiography with a smile.\nWhen you listen to Bridget reading this wonderful book, you can almost feel Mary Antin's trials and joys.\n(Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-promised-land-by-mary-antin/ |
jew russia end 19th century easy all jews persecuted religion jews found comfort ancient traditions mary antin s father decided keeping traditions suit anymore found place russia emigrated america family life easy though child mary describes life boston almost perfect smart dignified girl mary takes good things anything writes autobiography smile listen bridget reading wonderful book almost feel mary antin s trials joys summary stav nisser p |
| 2860 |
2836 |
3213 |
Art of Stage Dancing |
Ned Wayburn |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Self-Help |
Ned Wayburn, a popular and outstanding choreographer of the early 1900's, writes about the different styles and requirements of dancing and his way of teaching it.<p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-stage-dancing-by-ned-wayburn/ |
ned wayburn popular outstanding choreographer early 1900 s writes different styles requirements dancing way teaching it p |
| 2861 |
2837 |
3214 |
Expedition of Humphry Clinker |
Tobias Smollett |
Epistolary Fiction, Satire |
<p>The Expedition of Humphry Clinker was the last of the picaresque novels of Tobias Smollett, and is considered by many to be his best and funniest work.\n\nPublished in London on 17 June 1771, it is an epistolary novel, presented in the form of letters written by six different characters: Matthew Bramble, a Welsh Squire; his sister Tabitha; their niece and nephew, Jery and Lydia Melford; Tabitha's maid Winifred Jenkins; and Lydia's suitor, Wilson.\n\nMuch of the comedy arises from differences in the descriptions of the same events by different participants. Attributions of motives and descriptions of behavior show wild variation and reveal much about the character of the teller. The setting, amidst the high-society spa towns and seaside resorts of the 18th century provides his characters with many opportunities for satirical observations on English life and manners. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/the-expedition-of-humphry-clinker-by-tobias-smollett/ |
p the expedition humphry clinker last picaresque novels tobias smollett considered many best funniest work published london 17 june 1771 epistolary novel presented form letters written six different characters matthew bramble welsh squire sister tabitha niece nephew jery lydia melford tabitha s maid winifred jenkins lydia s suitor wilson much comedy arises differences descriptions events different participants attributions motives descriptions behavior show wild variation reveal much character teller setting amidst high society spa towns seaside resorts 18th century provides characters many opportunities satirical observations english life manners summary wikipedia p |
| 2862 |
2838 |
3215 |
First and Last |
Hilaire Belloc |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“When a man weighs anchor in a little ship or a large one he does a jolly thing! He cuts himself off and he starts for freedom and for the chance of things. He pulls the jib a-weather, he leans to her slowly pulling round, he sees the wind getting into the mainsail, and he feels that she feels the helm. He has her on a slant of the wind, and he makes out between the harbour piers.” (quotation from Hilaire Belloc)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/first-and-last-by-belloc/ |
p when man weighs anchor little ship large one jolly thing cuts starts freedom chance things pulls jib a weather leans slowly pulling round sees wind getting mainsail feels feels helm slant wind makes harbour piers quotation hilaire belloc p |
| 2863 |
2839 |
3216 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 4) |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (Tom Sawyer's Comrade), often shortened to Huck Finn, is a novel written by Mark Twain and published in 1884. It is commonly regarded as one of the Great American Novels, and is one of the first major American novels written in the vernacular, characterized by local color regionalism. It is told in the first person by Huckleberry "Huck" Finn, best friend of Tom Sawyer and narrator of two other Twain novels.</p><p>The book is noted for its colorful description of people and places along the Mississippi River. By satirizing a Southern antebellum society that was already anachronistic at the time, the book is an often scathing look at entrenched attitudes, particularly racism. The drifting journey of Huck and his friend Jim, a runaway slave, down the Mississippi River on their raft may be one of the most enduring images of escape and freedom in all of American literature.</p><p>The book has been popular with young readers since its publication and is taken as a sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. It has also been the continued object of study by serious literary critics. The book was criticized upon release because of its coarse language, and became even more controversial in the 20th century because of its perceived use of racial stereotypes and because of its frequent use of the racial slur, "nigger." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-by-mark-twain/ |
p adventures huckleberry finn tom sawyer s comrade often shortened huck finn novel written mark twain published 1884 commonly regarded one great american novels one first major american novels written vernacular characterized local color regionalism told first person huckleberry huck finn best friend tom sawyer narrator two twain novels p p the book noted colorful description people places along mississippi river satirizing southern antebellum society already anachronistic time book often scathing look entrenched attitudes particularly racism drifting journey huck friend jim runaway slave mississippi river raft may one enduring images escape freedom american literature p p the book popular young readers since publication taken sequel adventures tom sawyer also continued object study serious literary critics book criticized upon release coarse language became even controversial 20th century perceived use racial stereotypes frequent use racial slur nigger summary wikipedia p |
| 2864 |
2840 |
3217 |
Short Poetry Collection 080 |
Various |
Poetry |
<P>This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of June 2009.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-080 |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month june 2009 p |
| 2865 |
2841 |
3219 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 004 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the smell of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-004 |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine smell human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 2866 |
2842 |
3220 |
Pantheisticon |
John Toland |
Early Modern, Other religions |
<P>Pantheisticon: or, the Form Of Celebrating the Socratic-Society. <BR>Divided into Three Parts. <BR>Which Contain, <BR>I. The Morals and Axioms of the Pantheists; or the Brotherhood. <BR>II. Their Deity and Philosophy. <BR>III. Their Liberty, and a Law, neither deceiving, nor to be deceived. <BR>To which is prefix'd a Discourse upon the Antient and Modern Societies of the Learned, as also upon the Infinite and Eternal Universe. And subjoined, a short dissertation upon a Two-fold Philosophy of the Pantheists, that is to be followed; together with an Idea of the best and most accomplished Man. <BR>Written Originally in Latin, by the Ingenious Mr. John Toland. And now, for the first Time, faithfully rendered into English. (Summary from frontispiece.)</P>\n\nThe readers for the individual chapters can be found in the table below. Three chapters were read as dialogues by two persons:\n<LI>The First Part of the Form of Celebrating the Socratic Society: The Morals and Axioms of the Society - read by Ruth Golding & Anna Simon<BR>\n<LI>The Second Part: The Deity and Philosophy of the Society - read by Ruth Golding & Anna Simon<BR>\n<LI>The Third Part: The Liberty of the Society; and a Law, neither deceiving, nor be deceived - read by Alessandro Gagliardi & Anna Simon</li> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/pantheisticon-by-john-toland/ |
p pantheisticon or form celebrating socratic society br divided three parts br which contain br i morals axioms pantheists brotherhood br ii deity philosophy br iii liberty law neither deceiving deceived br to prefix d discourse upon antient modern societies learned also upon infinite eternal universe subjoined short dissertation upon two fold philosophy pantheists followed together idea best accomplished man br written originally latin ingenious mr john toland now first time faithfully rendered english summary frontispiece p readers individual chapters found table below three chapters read dialogues two persons li the first part form celebrating socratic society morals axioms society read ruth golding anna simon br li the second part deity philosophy society read ruth golding anna simon br li the third part liberty society law neither deceiving deceived read alessandro gagliardi anna simon li |
| 2867 |
2843 |
3221 |
Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre oder die Entsagenden |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre oder die Entsagenden von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832)\n\nWilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre oder die Entsagenden ist ein Roman von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Er gilt als die persönlichste aller Goetheschen Dichtungen. 1821 erschien die erste Fassung, 1829 die vollständige. Ihr fehlen die vorangestellten Gedichte des Fragments von 1821.\n\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/wilhelm-meisters-wanderjahre-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p wilhelm meisters wanderjahre oder die entsagenden von johann wolfgang von goethe 1749 1832 wilhelm meisters wanderjahre oder die entsagenden ist ein roman von johann wolfgang von goethe er gilt als die persönlichste aller goetheschen dichtungen 1821 erschien die erste fassung 1829 die vollständige ihr fehlen die vorangestellten gedichte des fragments von 1821 zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 2868 |
2844 |
3222 |
Essay on Criticism |
Alexander Pope |
Poetry, Essays & Short Works |
An Essay on Criticism was the first major poem written by the English writer Alexander Pope (1688-1744). However, despite the title, the poem is not as much an original analysis as it is a compilation of Pope's various literary opinions. A reading of the poem makes it clear that he is addressing not so much the ingenuous reader as the intending writer. It is written in a type of rhyming verse called heroic couplets. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1711 |
https://librivox.org/essay-on-criticism-by-alexander-pope/ |
essay criticism first major poem written english writer alexander pope 1688 1744 however despite title poem much original analysis compilation pope s various literary opinions reading poem makes clear addressing much ingenuous reader intending writer written type rhyming verse called heroic couplets summary wikipedia p |
| 2869 |
2845 |
3223 |
Forgiveness (Russell) |
George William Russell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of <em>Forgiveness</em> by George William Russell. This was the weekly poetry project for June 7th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/forgiveness-by-george-william-russell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings em forgiveness em george william russell weekly poetry project june 7th 2009 p |
| 2870 |
2846 |
3224 |
Unsolved Riddle of Social Justice |
Stephen Leacock |
Political Science |
This lengthy political essay by noted Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock was written while he was professor of political economy at McGill University. He argues for a middle ground between capitalism and pure socialism. Listeners in the early 21st century may find this 90-year old essay oddly topical. (Summary by Sean Michael Hogan)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-unsolved-riddle-of-social-justice-by-stephen-leacock/ |
lengthy political essay noted canadian humourist stephen leacock written professor political economy mcgill university argues middle ground capitalism pure socialism listeners early 21st century may find 90 year old essay oddly topical summary sean michael hogan p |
| 2871 |
2847 |
3225 |
Against Heresies |
Irenaeus |
Christianity - Other |
<p>St. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, describes several schools of Gnosticism which were prevalent among pre-Nicene Christianity. He then refutes these beliefs as heresies by contrasting them with what he describes as catholic, orthodox Christianity. Against Heresies demonstrates that earliest Christianity was a fascinating and diverse plethora of beliefs, debates, and schisms. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/against-heresies-by-irenaeus/ |
p st irenaeus bishop lyons describes several schools gnosticism prevalent among pre nicene christianity refutes beliefs heresies contrasting describes catholic orthodox christianity heresies demonstrates earliest christianity fascinating diverse plethora beliefs debates schisms summary joed p |
| 2872 |
2848 |
3226 |
Looking Backward: 2000-1887 |
Edward Bellamy |
Science Fiction |
<p>Looking Backward: 2000-1887 is a utopian novel by Edward Bellamy, first published in 1888. It was the third largest bestseller of its time, after Uncle Tom's Cabin and Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ.<BR><BR>The book tells the story of Julian West, a young American who, towards the end of the 19th century, falls into a deep, hypnosis-induced sleep and wakes up more than a century later. He finds himself in the same location (Boston, Massachusetts) but in a totally changed world: It is the year 2000 and, while he was sleeping, the U.S.A. has been transformed into a socialist utopia. This book outlines Bellamy's complex thoughts about improving the future, and is an indictment of industrial capitalism. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/looking-backward-2000-1887-by-edward-bellamy/ |
p looking backward 2000 1887 utopian novel edward bellamy first published 1888 third largest bestseller time uncle tom s cabin ben hur tale christ br br the book tells story julian west young american who towards end 19th century falls deep hypnosis induced sleep wakes century later finds location boston massachusetts totally changed world year 2000 and sleeping u s a transformed socialist utopia book outlines bellamy s complex thoughts improving future indictment industrial capitalism summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 2873 |
2849 |
3227 |
Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction |
"Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich" is a work of humorous fiction by Stephen Leacock first published in 1914. It is the follow-up to his 1912 classic "Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town." Like that work, it is a sequence of interlocking stories set in one town, but instead of focusing on a small Canadian town in the countryside, it is set in a major American metropolis and its characters are the upper crust of society. <br /><br />Although currently not as well-known as the earlier book, "Arcadian Adventures" was extremely popular in North America at the time of its publication and for a while was considered the greater success. It was also translated and published by the Bolshevik government soon after the 1917 revolution and it became a bestseller in the Soviet Union. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/arcadian-adventures-with-the-idle-rich-by-stephen-leacock/ |
arcadian adventures idle rich work humorous fiction stephen leacock first published 1914 follow up 1912 classic sunshine sketches little town like work sequence interlocking stories set one town instead focusing small canadian town countryside set major american metropolis characters upper crust society br br although currently well known earlier book arcadian adventures extremely popular north america time publication considered greater success also translated published bolshevik government soon 1917 revolution became bestseller soviet union summary wikipedia p |
| 2874 |
2850 |
3228 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 014 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br><br />\n"Die Nacht - Ein Traumgesicht" und "Coco" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-014-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br die nacht ein traumgesicht und coco übersetzt von georg von ompteda p |
| 2875 |
2861 |
3241 |
Arabian Nights Entertainments |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Single Author Collections |
The Arabian Nights is a collection of Perso-Arabic folk tales and other stories. The collection, or at least certain stories drawn from it (or purporting to be drawn from it), became widely known in the West from the 18th century, after it was translated from the Arabic — first into French and then into English and other European languages. The first English language edition, based on Galland's French rather than the original Arabic, rendered the title as The Arabian Nights' Entertainment - and this, or simply The Arabian Nights, has been the title by which it has been best known to English-speaking people ever since. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-arabian-nights-entertainments-by-andrew-lang/ |
arabian nights collection perso arabic folk tales stories collection least certain stories drawn or purporting drawn it became widely known west 18th century translated arabic first french english european languages first english language edition based galland s french rather original arabic rendered title arabian nights entertainment this simply arabian nights title best known english speaking people ever since summary wikipedia p |
| 2876 |
2851 |
3229 |
Story of a Soul |
Saint Therese of Lisieux |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
<p>Marie Francoise Therese Martin, affectionately known as 'The Little Flower', was born on January 2, 1873, in Alencon, France to Louis Martin and Zelie Guerin. She was the youngest and one of five surviving sisters of the nine Martin children. When Therese was 3, her mother died. Louis Martin moved his family to Lisieux to be closer to his late wife's brother and his family. It was there that Therese's sister, Pauline, entered the Carmel at Lisieux on October 2, 1882. Therese at that time also heard the Divine Call to religious life. Therese entered the Carmel on April 9, 1888, after much oppostion to her entering at the age of 15. It was there that she wrote L'Histoire d'une Ame (The Story of a Soul) through obedience. Eventually, Therese's other sisters entered the religious life, one at the Carmel of Lisieux and the other became a Poor Clare at the Visitation Convent at Caen. Therese died on September 30, 1897, at the Carmel of Lisieux of tuberculosis. She was beatified on April 29, 1923 and canonized on May 17, 1925. (Summary written by Ann Boulais.)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-soul-by-saint-therese-of-lisieux/ |
p marie francoise therese martin affectionately known the little flower born january 2 1873 alencon france louis martin zelie guerin youngest one five surviving sisters nine martin children therese 3 mother died louis martin moved family lisieux closer late wife s brother family therese s sister pauline entered carmel lisieux october 2 1882 therese time also heard divine call religious life therese entered carmel april 9 1888 much oppostion entering age 15 wrote l histoire d une ame the story soul obedience eventually therese s sisters entered religious life one carmel lisieux became poor clare visitation convent caen therese died september 30 1897 carmel lisieux tuberculosis beatified april 29 1923 canonized may 17 1925 summary written ann boulais p |
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2852 |
3230 |
Millionaire Baby |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A reward of five thousand dollars is offered, by Phil Ocumpaugh, to whoever will give such information as will lead to the recovery, alive or dead, of his six-year-old daughter, Gwendolen, missing since the afternoon of August the 16th, from her home in New York.(quote from the book) <p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-millionaire-baby-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
p a reward five thousand dollars offered phil ocumpaugh whoever give information lead recovery alive dead six year old daughter gwendolen missing since afternoon august 16th home new york quote book p |
| 2878 |
2853 |
3232 |
Rain |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Short Stories |
One of Maugham's most famous short stories, Rain unfolds in a soggy tropical paradise marred by self-righteous hypocrites trying to force their moral beliefs on a girl who basically just wants to have fun. At a running time of approximately 2 1/2 hours, it is too long for inclusion in a Short Story collection.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rain-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
one maugham s famous short stories rain unfolds soggy tropical paradise marred self righteous hypocrites trying force moral beliefs girl basically wants fun running time approximately 2 1 2 hours long inclusion short story collection summary bellonatimes p |
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2854 |
3233 |
This Simian World |
Clarence Day |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<p>Clarence Day, Jr., best known for his work Life with Father, presents a satirical speculation on how the world might be different if we apes had not risen to prominence, but rather one of the other species had become dominant in our place. (summary by Epistomolus)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/this-simian-world-by-clarence-day-jr/ |
p clarence day jr best known work life father presents satirical speculation world might different apes risen prominence rather one species become dominant place summary epistomolus p |
| 2880 |
2855 |
3234 |
Nibelungenlied |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
<p>Das Nibelungenlied ist ein mittelalterliches Heldenepos und wurde oft als „Nationalepos der Deutschen“ bezeichnet. Es entstand zu Beginn des 13. Jahrhunderts und wurde in der damaligen Volkssprache Mittelhochdeutsch geschrieben.<br>\nDas Epos erzählt von der Liebe zwischen dem Drachentöter Siegfried und der burgundischen Prinzessin Kriemhild, von der Brautwerbung des burgundischen Königs Gunther um die isländische Königin Brunhild, vom Verrat der Burgunden an Siegfried und dessen Ermordung durch Hagen. Später ist der Schauplatz der Handlung das Land der Hunnen unter König Etzel, den Kriemhild in zweiter Ehe geheiratet hat. Kriemhild benutzt ihre neue Position, um mithilfe der Hunnen Siegfrieds Tod an Hagen und allen Burgunden zu rächen.<br>\nDie Übersetzung Karl Joseph Simrocks gehört zu den bekanntesten Übertragungen des alten Textes in die neuhochdeutsche Sprache.\n<br></br>\nThe Nibelungenlied (Song of the Nibelungs) is a medieval epic poem and has been often referred to as the German “national epic”. It was written down in the early 13th century in Middle High German, the vernacular of the time.<br>\nThe epic tells of the love between the dragon-slayer Siegfried and the Burgundian princess Kriemhild, how Gunther, King of Burgundy, courts Brunhild of Iceland, and how Siegfried is betrayed by the Burgundians and murdered by Hagen. The scene of the story later shifts to the land of the Huns of King Etzel, Kriemhild’s husband in second marriage. Kriemhild uses her new position among the Huns to avenge Siegfried’s death on Hagen and all the Burgundians.<br>\nThe translation of Karl Joseph Simrock is one of the best-known New German versions of the old text. (Summary by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/das-nibelungenlied-by-karl-joseph-simrock/ |
p das nibelungenlied ist ein mittelalterliches heldenepos und wurde oft als nationalepos der deutschen bezeichnet es entstand zu beginn des 13 jahrhunderts und wurde der damaligen volkssprache mittelhochdeutsch geschrieben br das epos erzählt von der liebe zwischen dem drachentöter siegfried und der burgundischen prinzessin kriemhild von der brautwerbung des burgundischen königs gunther um die isländische königin brunhild vom verrat der burgunden siegfried und dessen ermordung durch hagen später ist der schauplatz der handlung das land der hunnen unter könig etzel den kriemhild zweiter ehe geheiratet hat kriemhild benutzt ihre neue position um mithilfe der hunnen siegfrieds tod hagen und allen burgunden zu rächen br die übersetzung karl joseph simrocks gehört zu den bekanntesten übertragungen des alten textes die neuhochdeutsche sprache br br nibelungenlied song nibelungs medieval epic poem often referred german national epic written early 13th century middle high german vernacular time br epic tells love dragon slayer siegfried burgundian princess kriemhild gunther king burgundy courts brunhild iceland siegfried betrayed burgundians murdered hagen scene story later shifts land huns king etzel kriemhild s husband second marriage kriemhild uses new position among huns avenge siegfried s death hagen burgundians br translation karl joseph simrock one best known new german versions old text summary al kadi p |
| 2881 |
2856 |
3235 |
Fauteuil Hante |
Gaston Leroux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>L'intrigue se déroule sous la coupole de l'Académie française. À la suite de la mort de Mgr d'Abbeville, chaque nouveau candidat à l'immortalité qui est désigné pour occuper son fauteuil, meurt lors du discours d'hommage à son prédécesseur. Hippolyte Patard, secrétaire perpétuel commence à désespérer, personne ne voulant être le successeur de Mgr d'Abbeville, craignant une malédiction lancée par un mage, dont on n'aurait pas voulu comme académicien. C'est alors qu'arrive Gaspard Lalouette, simple antiquaire et marchand.(Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/le-fauteuil-hante-by-gaston-leroux/ |
p l intrigue se déroule sous la coupole de l académie française à la suite de la mort de mgr d abbeville chaque nouveau candidat à l immortalité qui est désigné pour occuper son fauteuil meurt lors du discours d hommage à son prédécesseur hippolyte patard secrétaire perpétuel commence à désespérer personne ne voulant être le successeur de mgr d abbeville craignant une malédiction lancée par un mage dont n aurait pas voulu comme académicien c est alors qu arrive gaspard lalouette simple antiquaire et marchand wikipedia p |
| 2882 |
2857 |
3237 |
Winsome Winnie and other New Nonsense Novels |
Stephen Leacock |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Eight silly stories by Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. (Summary by Tricia G)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/winsome-winnie-and-other-new-nonsense-novels-by-stephen-leacock |
p eight silly stories canadian humourist stephen leacock summary tricia g p |
| 2883 |
2858 |
3238 |
Mother West Wind 'Why' Stories |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
<p>Thornton W. Burgess was a conservationist and prolific author of children's books. His gently humorous stories about the animals of the meadows and woods teach little lessons about getting along with others; they are perfect bedtime stories for small children. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-wind-why-stories-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p thornton w burgess conservationist prolific author children s books gently humorous stories animals meadows woods teach little lessons getting along others perfect bedtime stories small children summary laurie anne walden p |
| 2884 |
2859 |
3239 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 005 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 005: a collection of 10 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-mystery-story-collection-005/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 005 collection 10 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 2885 |
2863 |
3243 |
History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 2 |
Gaston Maspero |
Antiquity |
<p>History Of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria is the masterwork of one of the fathers of modern egyptology. This work, in twelve volumes, was translated from the French original by M. L. McClure (d1918), “Histoire ancienne des peuples de l’Orient classique” and published in 1903-1904. Maspero was a largely self-taught master of hieroglyphic translation. In November 1880, he was placed at the head of a French archeological mission, which developed later into the Institut Français d’Archéologie Orientale. Maspero then succeeded Mariette as director-general of excavations and of the antiquities of Egypt.</p>\n<p>“Aware that his reputation was then more as a linguist than an archaeologist, Maspero’s first work in the post was to build on Mariette’s achievements at Saqqara. He expanded their scope from the early Old Kingdom to the later, with particular interest in tombs with long and complete hieroglyphic inscriptions that could help illustrate the development of the Egyptian language. Selecting five later Old Kingdom tombs, he was successful in that aim, finding over 4000 lines of hieroglyphics which were then sketched and photographed.</p>\n<p>“As an aspect of his attempt to curtail the rampant illegal export of Egyptian antiquities by tourists, collectors and agents for the major European and American museums, Maspero arrested the Abd al-Russul brothers from the notorious treasure-hunting village of Gorna, who confessed under torture to having found the great cache of royal mummies at Deir el-Bahri in July 1881. The cache was moved to Cairo as soon as possible to keep it safe from robbers.</p>\n<p>“In 1886 he resumed work begun by Mariette to uncover the Sphinx, removing more than 65 feet of sand and seeking tombs below it (which he did not find, but have later been found but not opened).”</p>\n<p>Maspero went on to sponsor and expand the system of national museums and presided over the growing collection of the Bulak Museum. Maspero gave a 17 year old Howard Carter his first Egyptological job – and it was he who recommended Carter to Lord Carnarvon. Carter and Carnarvon would go on to doscover the tomb of King Tutankhaman. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-egypt-chaldea-etc-vol-2-by-maspero/ |
p history egypt chaldæa syria babylonia assyria masterwork one fathers modern egyptology work twelve volumes translated french original m l mcclure d1918 histoire ancienne des peuples de l orient classique published 1903 1904 maspero largely self taught master hieroglyphic translation november 1880 placed head french archeological mission developed later institut français d archéologie orientale maspero succeeded mariette director general excavations antiquities egypt p p aware reputation linguist archaeologist maspero s first work post build mariette s achievements saqqara expanded scope early old kingdom later particular interest tombs long complete hieroglyphic inscriptions could help illustrate development egyptian language selecting five later old kingdom tombs successful aim finding 4000 lines hieroglyphics sketched photographed p p as aspect attempt curtail rampant illegal export egyptian antiquities tourists collectors agents major european american museums maspero arrested abd al russul brothers notorious treasure hunting village gorna confessed torture found great cache royal mummies deir el bahri july 1881 cache moved cairo soon possible keep safe robbers p p in 1886 resumed work begun mariette uncover sphinx removing 65 feet sand seeking tombs which find later found opened p p maspero went sponsor expand system national museums presided growing collection bulak museum maspero gave 17 year old howard carter first egyptological job recommended carter lord carnarvon carter carnarvon would go doscover tomb king tutankhaman summary wikipedia p |
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2864 |
3244 |
Clover |
Susan Coolidge |
Romance, General |
<p>Clover is the fourth book in the popular What Katy Did series. After Katy's wedding, the focus shifts to her little sister Clover. Their brother Phil encounters serious illness in the winter, and Dr. Carr sends him with Clover to the mountains of Colorado. Clarence Page, their naughty cousin from the other books, lives nearby. He is a rancher now with an attractive English partner, Geoff Templestowe, whom Clover falls for.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/clover-by-susan-coolidge/ |
p clover fourth book popular katy series katy s wedding focus shifts little sister clover brother phil encounters serious illness winter dr carr sends clover mountains colorado clarence page naughty cousin books lives nearby rancher attractive english partner geoff templestowe clover falls for p |
| 2887 |
2865 |
3245 |
Buttered Side Down |
Edna Ferber |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
"And so," the story writers used to say, "they lived happily ever after."<br /><br />Um-m-m—maybe. After the glamour had worn off, and the glass slippers were worn out, did the Prince never find Cinderella's manner redolent of the kitchen hearth; and was it never necessary that he remind her to be more careful of her finger-nails and grammar? After Puss in Boots had won wealth and a wife for his young master did not that gentleman often fume with chagrin because the neighbors, perhaps, refused to call on the lady of the former poor miller's son? <br /><br />It is a great risk to take with one's book-children. These stories make no such promises. They stop just short of the phrase of the old story writers, and end truthfully, thus: And so they lived. E. F. (Summary from the Foreword to "Buttered Side Down")<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/buttered-side-down-by-edna-ferber/ |
and so story writers used say they lived happily ever after br br um m m maybe glamour worn off glass slippers worn out prince never find cinderella s manner redolent kitchen hearth never necessary remind careful finger nails grammar puss boots wealth wife young master gentleman often fume chagrin neighbors perhaps refused call lady former poor miller s son br br it great risk take one s book children stories make promises stop short phrase old story writers end truthfully thus lived e f summary foreword buttered side down p |
| 2888 |
2866 |
3246 |
History of Australia and New Zealand from 1696 to 1890 |
George Sutherland |
History |
This work provides a history of the early political, social, and economic development of Australia and New Zealand. Since both British colonies became independent countries in the 1900s, this work does not relate those events. NOTE: As this work was written by Victorian-era Australian authors, the attitudes conveyed regarding indigenous peoples are of that period and may offend some listeners today. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-australia-and-new-zealand-from-1696-to-1890-by-george-sutherland/ |
work provides history early political social economic development australia new zealand since british colonies became independent countries 1900s work relate events note work written victorian era australian authors attitudes conveyed regarding indigenous peoples period may offend listeners today summary triciag |
| 2889 |
2867 |
3247 |
Remembrance |
Emily Brontë |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Remembrance by Emily Brontë. This was the fortnightly poetry project for June 14th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/remembrance-by-emily-bronte |
p librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings remembrance emily brontë fortnightly poetry project june 14th 2009 p |
| 2890 |
2868 |
3248 |
When I Was One And Twenty |
A. E. Housman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of <em>When I Was One And Twenty</em> (No. XIII in A Shropshire Lad) by A.E. Housman. This was the weekly poetry project for June 14th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/when-i-was-one-and-twenty-by-a-e-housman/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings em when one twenty em no xiii shropshire lad a e housman weekly poetry project june 14th 2009 br br |
| 2891 |
2869 |
3249 |
Faerie Queene Books 6 & 7 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>'The Sixth Book of the Faerie Queene contayning the Legende of S, Calidore or of Cvrtesie.' \nApart from Books 1-6, the only surviving section of the Faerie Queene is a short isolated fragment known as the Mutabilitie Cantos (traditionally numbered Book 7, cantos 6-8); this fragment is also included in the present recording. Although the Faerie Queene was never completed, it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.(Summary by Annise)\n<p> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-books-7-and-8-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the sixth book faerie queene contayning legende s calidore cvrtesie apart books 1 6 surviving section faerie queene short isolated fragment known mutabilitie cantos traditionally numbered book 7 cantos 6 8 fragment also included present recording although faerie queene never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book remains one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period summary annise p |
| 2892 |
2870 |
3250 |
Faerie Queene Book 5 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>The Fifth Book of the Faerie Queene contayning the Legende of Artegall or of Ivstice.This masterpiece was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which he believed she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.</p> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-book-5-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the fifth book faerie queene contayning legende artegall ivstice this masterpiece never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age believed brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book remains one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period p |
| 2893 |
2871 |
3251 |
Faerie Queene Book 4 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>"The Fovrth Book of the Faerie Queene contayning the Legende of Cambel and Telamond or of Friendship."\nThe Faerie Queene was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book is considered one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.(Summary by Annise)<p>\n |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-book-4-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the fovrth book faerie queene contayning legende cambel telamond friendship faerie queene never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book considered one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period summary annise p |
| 2894 |
2872 |
3252 |
Faerie Queene Book 3 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>"The Third Book of the Faerie Queene contayning the Legende of Britomartis or of Chastitie."\nThe Faerie Queene was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.(Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-book-3-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the third book faerie queene contayning legende britomartis chastitie faerie queene never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book remains one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period summary annise p |
| 2895 |
2873 |
3253 |
Faerie Queene Book 2 |
Edmund Spenser |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>The Second Booke of the Faerie Queene contayning The Legende of Sir Guyon or of Tempaurance. The Faerie Queene was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.(Summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-book-2-by-edmund-spenser/ |
p the second booke faerie queene contayning legende sir guyon tempaurance faerie queene never completed continues one beautiful important works literature ever written spenser wrote paean virgin queen elizabeth golden age brought england sponsored sir walter raleigh commended foremost literary minds day spenser s book remains one crowning poetic achievements elizabethan period summary annise p |
| 2896 |
2874 |
3255 |
Auswahl aus Die Serapionsbrüder |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Die Serapionsbrüder nannte E.T.A. Hoffmann zusammenfassend eine Sammlung seiner zwischen 1819-1821 entstandenen Novellen. In einer fiktiven Rahmenhandlung beschreibt er die Treffen einiger Freunde am Tag des Heiligen Serapion. Bei diesen Treffen erzählen die künstlerisch interessierten Freunde einander Geschichten (die Novellen Hoffmanns) und beurteilen diese gegenseitig.\n \nDer Begriff des serapiontischen Prinzips leitet sich von diesem Werk ab. Gemeint ist damit eine bestimmte Art zu dichten, bei der das Erzählte vorher von dem Dichter 'geschaut' werden sollte. Sie darf also nicht einfach nur drauflos fabulieren, sondern die gedachte Möglichkeit des Erdichteten ist absolute Bedingung. Der Dichter wird dabei als Seher, als Künder verborgener Zusammenhänge zweier Welten, aufgefasst. Er bewegt sich zwischen Wachen und Träumen und vermittelt zwischen Wahn und Wirklichkeit, Geist und Seele, Menschlichem und Unmenschlichem.\n\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)\nDiese Auswahl enthält "Die Serapionsbrüder", "Der Einsiedler Serapion", "Serapion und das serapiontische Prinzip", "Eine Spukgeschichte", "Vampirismus" und "Die Bergwerke zu Falun".</p> |
German |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/die-serapionsbrueder-by-eta-hoffmann/ |
p die serapionsbrüder nannte e t a hoffmann zusammenfassend eine sammlung seiner zwischen 1819 1821 entstandenen novellen einer fiktiven rahmenhandlung beschreibt er die treffen einiger freunde tag des heiligen serapion bei diesen treffen erzählen die künstlerisch interessierten freunde einander geschichten die novellen hoffmanns und beurteilen diese gegenseitig der begriff des serapiontischen prinzips leitet sich von diesem werk ab gemeint ist damit eine bestimmte art zu dichten bei der das erzählte vorher von dem dichter geschaut werden sollte sie darf also nicht einfach nur drauflos fabulieren sondern die gedachte möglichkeit des erdichteten ist absolute bedingung der dichter wird dabei als seher als künder verborgener zusammenhänge zweier welten aufgefasst er bewegt sich zwischen wachen und träumen und vermittelt zwischen wahn und wirklichkeit geist und seele menschlichem und unmenschlichem zusammenfassung von wikipedia diese auswahl enthält die serapionsbrüder der einsiedler serapion serapion und das serapiontische prinzip eine spukgeschichte vampirismus und die bergwerke zu falun p |
| 2897 |
2875 |
3256 |
Westminster Larger Catechism |
Westminster Assembly |
Christianity - Other |
<p>The Westminster Larger Catechism, along with the Westminster Shorter Catechism, is a central catechism of Calvinists in the English tradition throughout the world. The Westminster Shorter Catechism was to be "easier to read and concise for beginners" and the Larger Catechism was to be "more exact and comprehensive". The Catechism was completed by the Westminster Assembly in 1647. It was then adopted by the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 1648 and (with modifications relating to the civil magistrate) by the Presbyterian Synod of New York and Philadelphia in 1788. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1648 |
https://librivox.org/westminster-larger-catechism-by-westminster-assembly/ |
p the westminster larger catechism along westminster shorter catechism central catechism calvinists english tradition throughout world westminster shorter catechism easier read concise beginners larger catechism more exact comprehensive catechism completed westminster assembly 1647 adopted general assembly church scotland 1648 with modifications relating civil magistrate presbyterian synod new york philadelphia 1788 summary wikipedia p |
| 2898 |
2901 |
3282 |
Weltgeschichtliche Betrachtungen |
Jacob Christoph Burckhardt |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Weltgeschichtliche Betrachtungen von Jacob Christoph Burckhardt (1818 - 1897), herausgegeben von Jacob Oeri (1844-1908). 1905 veröffentlicht.<br></br>\nDes Weiteren wurden aus seinem Nachlass die Griechische Kulturgeschichte und die vielgelesenen Weltgeschichtlichen Betrachtungen veröffentlicht. Burckhardt hatte nie vor, sein Kolleg Über Studium der Geschichte, das er von 1868 bis 1872 dreimal abhielt, zu publizieren. Noch auf dem Sterbebett gab er seinem Neffen Jacob Oeri (1844-1908) den Auftrag, alle handschriftlichen Hinterlassenschaften einstampfen zu lassen, aber die Erlaubnis zur Einsichtnahme konnte ihm Oeri doch noch abringen. Dass diese Einsicht etliche Jahre dauern und mit einer Veröffentlichung enden sollte, war sicher nicht Burckhardts Absicht. Wie bei mehrfach gehaltenen Vorlesungen nicht ungewöhnlich, liegen die Skripte in mehreren Fassungen vor, durchsetzt mit Einschüben und Aktualisierungen. Das erhaltene handschriftliche Material - die Mitschriften von Studenten nicht mitgerechnet - ist etwa doppelt so umfangreich wie der Text, den Oeri dann für die Buchausgabe von 1905 herausgab. Die kühnste Neuerung Oeris war wohl die Veränderung des Titels zu Weltgeschichtliche Betrachtungen.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/weltgeschichtliche-betrachtungen-by-jacob-christoph-burckhardt/ |
p weltgeschichtliche betrachtungen von jacob christoph burckhardt 1818 1897 herausgegeben von jacob oeri 1844 1908 1905 veröffentlicht br br des weiteren wurden aus seinem nachlass die griechische kulturgeschichte und die vielgelesenen weltgeschichtlichen betrachtungen veröffentlicht burckhardt hatte nie vor sein kolleg über studium der geschichte das er von 1868 bis 1872 dreimal abhielt zu publizieren noch auf dem sterbebett gab er seinem neffen jacob oeri 1844 1908 den auftrag alle handschriftlichen hinterlassenschaften einstampfen zu lassen aber die erlaubnis zur einsichtnahme konnte ihm oeri doch noch abringen dass diese einsicht etliche jahre dauern und mit einer veröffentlichung enden sollte war sicher nicht burckhardts absicht wie bei mehrfach gehaltenen vorlesungen nicht ungewöhnlich liegen die skripte mehreren fassungen vor durchsetzt mit einschüben und aktualisierungen das erhaltene handschriftliche material die mitschriften von studenten nicht mitgerechnet ist etwa doppelt umfangreich wie der text den oeri dann für die buchausgabe von 1905 herausgab die kühnste neuerung oeris war wohl die veränderung des titels zu weltgeschichtliche betrachtungen zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 2899 |
2876 |
3257 |
Autobiography of Charles Darwin |
Charles Darwin |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The Autobiography of Charles Darwin is the autobiography of the British naturalist Charles Darwin which was published in 1887, five years after his death.<br><br>Darwin wrote the book, which he entitled Recollections of the Development of my Mind and Character, for his family. He states that he started writing it on about May 28, 1876 and had finished it by August 3.<br><br>The book was edited by Charles Darwin's son Francis Darwin, who removed several passages about Darwin's critical views of God and Christianity (see Charles Darwin's views on religion). It was published in London by John Murray as part of The life and letters of Charles Darwin, including an autobiographical chapter.<br><br>The omitted passages were later restored by Darwin's granddaughter Nora Barlow in a 1958 edition to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of The Origin. This edition was published in London by Collins under the title of The Autobiography of Charles Darwin 1809-1882. With the original omissions restored. Edited and with appendix and notes by his granddaughter Nora Barlow.<br><br>The original is in the public domain as its copyright has expired, but the later version remains under copyright.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-charles-darwin-by-charles-darwin/ |
p the autobiography charles darwin autobiography british naturalist charles darwin published 1887 five years death br br darwin wrote book entitled recollections development mind character family states started writing may 28 1876 finished august 3 br br the book edited charles darwin s son francis darwin removed several passages darwin s critical views god christianity see charles darwin s views religion published london john murray part life letters charles darwin including autobiographical chapter br br the omitted passages later restored darwin s granddaughter nora barlow 1958 edition commemorate 100th anniversary publication origin edition published london collins title autobiography charles darwin 1809 1882 original omissions restored edited appendix notes granddaughter nora barlow br br the original public domain copyright expired later version remains copyright summary wikipedia p |
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2877 |
3258 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 020 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-20/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 2901 |
2878 |
3259 |
Von der Kürze des Lebens |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Ancient |
Veröffentlicht 1829.<br/><br/>\n\n"Es ist nicht wenig Zeit, was wir haben, sondern es ist viel, was wir nicht nützen."<br/><br/>\n\nÜber die Kostbarkeit der Zeit, die vielfältigen Arten, wie Menschen dieselbe verschwenden, und wie der Mensch die Frist seines Lebens richtig nutzt.<br/><br/>\n\nHeute so relevant wie 49 AD.<br/><br/>\n\n(Zusammenfassung von redaer)</p> |
German |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-kuerze-des-lebens-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
veröffentlicht 1829 br br es ist nicht wenig zeit wir haben sondern es ist viel wir nicht nützen br br über die kostbarkeit der zeit die vielfältigen arten wie menschen dieselbe verschwenden und wie der mensch die frist seines lebens richtig nutzt br br heute relevant wie 49 ad br br zusammenfassung von redaer p |
| 2902 |
2879 |
3260 |
Daodejing (Tao Te Ching) |
Laozi 老子 |
Philosophy |
<p>Nach heutigen Erkenntnissen (linguistisch, Zitierbelege etc.) entstand das Daodejing um 400 v. Chr.<br />Laozi (chin. 老子, Lǎozǐ, W.-G. Lao Tzu „‚Alter Meister‘“), ein legendärer chinesischer Philosoph, soll im 6. Jahrhundert v. Chr. gelebt haben. Je nach Umschrift wird der Name auch Laotse, Lao-Tse oder Lao-tzu geschrieben.<br /><br />Erstveröffentlichung der Übersetzung 1910.<br /><br />Das Daodejing (chin. 道德經, Dàodéjīng) (ältere Umschrift: Tao Te King) ist eine Sammlung von Spruchkapiteln, die dem legendären Weisen Lǎozǐ zugeschrieben wird. Die Entstehungsgeschichte ist ungewiss und Gegenstand sinologischer Forschung. Ungeachtet weiterer Übersetzungen bedeuten Dào „Weg, Prinzip“ und „Sinn“, und Dé „Kraft, Leben“ und „Charisma, Tugend, Güte“. Jīng bezeichnet einen Leitfaden bzw. eine klassische Textsammlung. Die beiden namengebenden Begriffe stehen für etwas Unaussprechliches, auf dessen eigentliche Bedeutung das Buch hindeuten möchte. Aus diesem Grund werden sie auch oft unübersetzt belassen. Das Werk gilt als die Gründungsschrift des Daoismus. Obwohl dieser verschiedene Strömungen umfasst, die sich vom Dàodéjīng erheblich unterscheiden können, wird es von den Anhängern aller daoistischen Schulen als kanonischer, heiliger Text angesehen. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/daodejing-by-laozi/ |
p nach heutigen erkenntnissen linguistisch zitierbelege etc entstand das daodejing um 400 v chr br laozi chin 老子 lǎozǐ w g lao tzu alter meister ein legendärer chinesischer philosoph soll im 6 jahrhundert v chr gelebt haben je nach umschrift wird der name auch laotse lao tse oder lao tzu geschrieben br br erstveröffentlichung der übersetzung 1910 br br das daodejing chin 道德經 dàodéjīng ältere umschrift tao te king ist eine sammlung von spruchkapiteln die dem legendären weisen lǎozǐ zugeschrieben wird die entstehungsgeschichte ist ungewiss und gegenstand sinologischer forschung ungeachtet weiterer übersetzungen bedeuten dào weg prinzip und sinn und dé kraft leben und charisma tugend güte jīng bezeichnet einen leitfaden bzw eine klassische textsammlung die beiden namengebenden begriffe stehen für etwas unaussprechliches auf dessen eigentliche bedeutung das buch hindeuten möchte aus diesem grund werden sie auch oft unübersetzt belassen das werk gilt als die gründungsschrift des daoismus obwohl dieser verschiedene strömungen umfasst die sich vom dàodéjīng erheblich unterscheiden können wird es von den anhängern aller daoistischen schulen als kanonischer heiliger text angesehen zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 2903 |
2880 |
3261 |
Howard Pyle's Book of Pirates |
Howard Pyle |
Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Swashbuckling tales of legendary pirates, buccaneers, and marooners, terrors of the Spanish Main.(Summary by Epistomolus)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/howard-pyles-book-of-pirates-by-howard-pyle/ |
p swashbuckling tales legendary pirates buccaneers marooners terrors spanish main summary epistomolus p |
| 2904 |
2881 |
3262 |
Nonsense Novels |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction |
Ten silly stories by Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. (Summary by Tricia G)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/nonesense-novels-by-stephen-leacock/ |
ten silly stories canadian humourist stephen leacock summary tricia g p |
| 2905 |
2882 |
3263 |
Midnight |
Octavus Roy Cohen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>The crime seemed to have lost itself in the sleety cold of the December midnight upon which it was committed. The trails were not blind--there were simply no trails. The circumstances baffled explanation--a lone woman entering an empty taxicab; a run to a distant point in the city; the discovery of the woman's disappearance, and in her stead the sight of the dead body of a prominent society man--that, and the further blind information that the suit-case which the woman had carried was the property of the man whose body was huddled horribly in the taxicab. (Summary from the text)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/midnight-by-octavus-roy-cohen/ |
p the crime seemed lost sleety cold december midnight upon committed trails blind there simply trails circumstances baffled explanation a lone woman entering empty taxicab run distant point city discovery woman s disappearance stead sight dead body prominent society man that blind information suit case woman carried property man whose body huddled horribly taxicab summary text p |
| 2906 |
2908 |
3289 |
Ere Sleep Comes Down to Soothe the Weary Eyes |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Ere Sleep Comes Down to Soothe the Weary Eyes by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the fortnightly poetry project for June 28th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/ere-sleep-comes-down-to-soothe-the-weary-eyes-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings ere sleep comes soothe weary eyes paul laurence dunbar fortnightly poetry project june 28th 2009 p |
| 2907 |
2883 |
3264 |
Unspoken Sermons |
George MacDonald |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. In his day he was considered one of the great Victorian authors on par with Dickens, Thackeray, Kipling and the like. His reputation as an author, however, has not fared as well largely because of the ubiquitous and fervent presence of religion throughout his works.<br /><br />MacDonald's theology, though sprinkled liberally throughout his fairly substantial number of books, is perhaps nowhere more palpable than in <i>Unspoken Sermons</i>. These sermons, though by no means amongst the most popular of MacDonald's work, have had theological impact from their first appearance. That influence is probably most notable in C.S. Lewis who called MacDonald "my master" and of <i>Unspoken Sermons</i> said, "My own debt to this book is almost as great as one man can owe to another."<br /><br />More recent influence can be seen in Michael Phillips' 2005 edited edition of some of Macdonald's sermons in which he states:<br />"MacDonald saw things differently. Doctrinal formula was nothing to him. His unique perspective takes some getting used to. I find that many passages require two or three readings. But I also find spiritual gold awaiting me, sometimes buried deep but always ready to shine out brilliantly from the page when suddenly I see it. Theologically, too, as imaginatively, I have discovered many doors of delight opening before me into new worlds of wonder about God and his work." (Summary by David Baldwin)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/unspoken-sermons-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald scottish author poet christian minister day considered one great victorian authors par dickens thackeray kipling like reputation author however fared well largely ubiquitous fervent presence religion throughout works br br macdonald s theology though sprinkled liberally throughout fairly substantial number books perhaps nowhere palpable i unspoken sermons i sermons though means amongst popular macdonald s work theological impact first appearance influence probably notable c s lewis called macdonald my master i unspoken sermons i said my debt book almost great one man owe another br br more recent influence seen michael phillips 2005 edited edition macdonald s sermons states br macdonald saw things differently doctrinal formula nothing him unique perspective takes getting used to find many passages require two three readings also find spiritual gold awaiting me sometimes buried deep always ready shine brilliantly page suddenly see it theologically too imaginatively discovered many doors delight opening new worlds wonder god work summary david baldwin p |
| 2908 |
2884 |
3265 |
Oscar Wilde: His Life and Confessions |
Frank Harris |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Consumers of biography are familiar with the division between memoirs of the living or recently dead written by those who "knew" the subject more or less intimately, and the more objective or scholarly accounts produced by later generations.</p>\n<p>In the case of Wilde, as presented to us by Frank Harris, we are in a way doubly estranged from the subject. We meet with Oscar the charismatic talker, whose tone of voice can never be reproduced – even if a more scrupulous biographer had set down his words accurately – and we are perhaps already aware of him as Wilde the self-destructive celebrity who uneasily fills the place of the premier gay icon and martyr in our contemporary view.</p>\n<p>Neither of these images will do. We need to read as many accounts as possible. Harris, though himself a self-advertising literary and sexual buccaneer, takes a wincingly representative view of Wilde’s homophile activity: for him it is a patrician excrescence, the abominable vice of the few, contracted at English boarding schools – though thankfully “not infectious” as far as he himself is concerned.</p>\n<p>What a long road we have to travel to arrive at the essentially gay man of today! But there are many shortcuts to take us back to where we came from… (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-his-life-and-confessions-by-frank-harris/ |
p consumers biography familiar division memoirs living recently dead written knew subject less intimately objective scholarly accounts produced later generations p p in case wilde presented us frank harris way doubly estranged subject meet oscar charismatic talker whose tone voice never reproduced even scrupulous biographer set words accurately perhaps already aware wilde self destructive celebrity uneasily fills place premier gay icon martyr contemporary view p p neither images do need read many accounts possible harris though self advertising literary sexual buccaneer takes wincingly representative view wilde s homophile activity patrician excrescence abominable vice few contracted english boarding schools though thankfully not infectious far concerned p p what long road travel arrive essentially gay man today many shortcuts take us back came from summary martin geeson p |
| 2909 |
2885 |
3266 |
Bible (ASV) 10: 2 Samuel |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
“The Books of Samuel (Hebrew: Sefer Sh’muel ספר שמואל) are part of the Tanakh (part of Judaism’s Hebrew Bible) and also of the Christian Old Testament. The work was originally written in Hebrew, and the Book(s) of Samuel originally formed a single text, as they are often considered today in Hebrew bibles. Together with what is now referred to as the Book(s) of Kings, the translators who created the Greek Septuagint divided the text into four books, which they named the Books of the Kingdoms. In the Latin Vulgate version, these then became the Books of the Kings, thus 1 and 2 Samuel were referred to as 1 and 2 Kings, with 3 and 4 Kings being what are called 1 and 2 Kings by the King James Bible and its successors.” (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/second-book-of-samuel/ |
the books samuel hebrew sefer sh muel ספר שמואל part tanakh part judaism s hebrew bible also christian old testament work originally written hebrew book s samuel originally formed single text often considered today hebrew bibles together referred book s kings translators created greek septuagint divided text four books named books kingdoms latin vulgate version became books kings thus 1 2 samuel referred 1 2 kings 3 4 kings called 1 2 kings king james bible successors summary wikipedia p |
| 2910 |
2886 |
3267 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 013 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, medicine, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-013/ |
p a collection sixteen short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics medicine nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 2911 |
2887 |
3268 |
Life’s Tragedy |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 27 recordings of Life’s Tragedy by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the weekly poetry project for June 21st, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lifes-tragedy-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 27 recordings life s tragedy paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project june 21st 2009 br br |
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2888 |
3269 |
Jungle |
Upton Sinclair |
General Fiction |
<br />It is the end of the 19th century. Like thousands of others, the Rudkus family has emigrated from Lithuania to America in search of a better life. As they settle into the Packingtown neighborhood of Chicago, they find their dreams are unlikely to be realized. In fact, just the opposite is quite likely to occur. Jurgis, the main character of the novel, has brought his father Antanas, his fiancée Ona, her stepmother Teta Elzbieta, Teta Elzbieta's brother Jonas and her six children, and Ona's cousin Marija Berczynskas along. The family, naïve to the ways of Chicago, quickly falls prey to con men and makes a series of bad decisions that lead them into wretched poverty and terrible living conditions. All are forced to find jobs in dismal working conditions for their very survival. Jurgis, broken and discouraged, eventually finds solace in the American Socialist movement.\n\n<br /><br />This novel was written during a period in American history when “Trusts” were formed by multiple corporations to establish monopolies that stifled competition and fixed prices. Unthinkable working conditions and unfair business practices were the norm. The Jungle’s author, Upton Sinclair, was an ardent Socialist of the time. Sinclair was commissioned by the “Appeal To Reason”, a Socialist journal of the period, to write a fictional expose on the working conditions of the immigrant laborers in the meat packing industry in Chicago. Going undercover, Sinclair spent seven weeks inside the meatpacking plants gathering details for his novel.\n\n<br /><br />The Reader wishes to gratefully acknowledge the assistance, and patience, of Professor Giedrius Subacius (University of Illinois) and the folks at <a href="http://www.lituanus.org">Lituanus</a> for their invaluable support as I struggled with Lithuanian pronunciations. Truly, this audio book would have been far more difficult, and far less authentic, without their help.\n\n<br /><br />And now, feel free to wander into The Jungle…….\n\n(Summary by Tom Weiss)<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-by-upton-sinclair/ |
br it end 19th century like thousands others rudkus family emigrated lithuania america search better life settle packingtown neighborhood chicago find dreams unlikely realized fact opposite quite likely occur jurgis main character novel brought father antanas fiancée ona stepmother teta elzbieta teta elzbieta s brother jonas six children ona s cousin marija berczynskas along family naïve ways chicago quickly falls prey con men makes series bad decisions lead wretched poverty terrible living conditions forced find jobs dismal working conditions survival jurgis broken discouraged eventually finds solace american socialist movement br br this novel written period american history trusts formed multiple corporations establish monopolies stifled competition fixed prices unthinkable working conditions unfair business practices norm jungle s author upton sinclair ardent socialist time sinclair commissioned appeal reason socialist journal period write fictional expose working conditions immigrant laborers meat packing industry chicago going undercover sinclair spent seven weeks inside meatpacking plants gathering details novel br br the reader wishes gratefully acknowledge assistance patience professor giedrius subacius university illinois folks a href http www lituanus org lituanus a invaluable support struggled lithuanian pronunciations truly audio book would far difficult far less authentic without help br br and now feel free wander jungle summary tom weiss br br |
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2889 |
3270 |
Offshore Pirate |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Humorous Fiction |
This is a long short story in 6 parts from Fitzgerald's 1920 short story collection, Flappers and Philosophers. It predates the screwball movie comedies of the 1930's in that it features a determined young heiress trying to get what she wants out of life.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-offshore-pirate-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
long short story 6 parts fitzgerald s 1920 short story collection flappers philosophers predates screwball movie comedies 1930 s features determined young heiress trying get wants life summary bellonatimes p |
| 2914 |
2890 |
3271 |
Stories of King Arthur's Knights Told to the Children |
Mary Esther Miller MacGregor |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of Arthurian tales retold for children. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-king-arthurs-knights-told-to-the-children-by-mary-macgregor/ |
collection arthurian tales retold children summary joy chan p |
| 2915 |
2891 |
3272 |
After London, or Wild England |
Richard Jefferies |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
<br />Jefferies' novel can be seen as an early example of "post-apocalyptic fiction." After some sudden and unspecified catastrophe has depopulated England, the countryside reverts to nature, and the few survivors to a quasi-medieval way of life.<br /><br />The first part of the book, "The Relapse into Barbarism", is the account by some later historian of the fall of civilisation and its consequences, with a loving description of nature reclaiming England. The second part, "Wild England", is an adventure set many years later in the wild landscape and society.<br /><br />The book is not without its flaws (notably the abrupt and unsatisfying ending) but is redeemed by the quality of the writing, particularly the unnervingly prophetic descriptions of the post-apocalyptic city and countryside. (Summary by Ruth Golding and Wikipedia) <br /> <br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/after-london-or-wild-england-by-richard-jefferies/ |
br jefferies novel seen early example post apocalyptic fiction sudden unspecified catastrophe depopulated england countryside reverts nature survivors quasi medieval way life br br the first part book the relapse barbarism account later historian fall civilisation consequences loving description nature reclaiming england second part wild england adventure set many years later wild landscape society br br the book without flaws notably abrupt unsatisfying ending redeemed quality writing particularly unnervingly prophetic descriptions post apocalyptic city countryside summary ruth golding wikipedia br br |
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2892 |
3273 |
Anna Karenina, Book 2 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>In Part 2, Kitty’s health deteriorates from regret and heartbreak, while Levin retreats to his country estate. Anna and Vronsky continue to pursue each other and become the talk of polite society, to the chagrin of Karenin. (Summary by Mary Ann )</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina2-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p in part 2 kitty s health deteriorates regret heartbreak levin retreats country estate anna vronsky continue pursue become talk polite society chagrin karenin summary mary ann p |
| 2917 |
2893 |
3274 |
Jacob's Room |
Virginia Woolf |
General Fiction |
The novel centres, in a very ambiguous way, around the life story of the protagonist Jacob Flanders, and is presented entirely by the impressions other characters have of Jacob [except for those times when we do indeed get Jacob's perspective]. Thus, although it could be said that the book is primarily a character study and has little in the way of plot or background, the narrative is constructed as a void in place of the central character, if indeed the novel can be said to have a 'protagonist' in conventional terms. Motifs of emptiness and absence haunt the novel and establish its elegiac feel. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/jacobs-room-by-virginia-woolf/ |
novel centres ambiguous way around life story protagonist jacob flanders presented entirely impressions characters jacob except times indeed get jacob s perspective thus although could said book primarily character study little way plot background narrative constructed void place central character indeed novel said protagonist conventional terms motifs emptiness absence haunt novel establish elegiac feel introduction wikipedia p |
| 2918 |
2894 |
3275 |
Trafalgar |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Trafalgar, es el primero de los 46 Episodios Nacionales, escritos por Benito Pérez Galdós, que es considerado el mayor novelista español después de Cervantes. Galdós narra la intervención de Gabriel Araceli, al servicio de D. Alonso Gutiérrez de Cisniega, capitán de navío, en la batalla de Trafalgar a los catorce años de edad, el 21 de Octubre de 1805. Ante el promontorio de Trafalgar las naves inglesas, a las órdenes de Nelson, se enfrentaron a la flota franco-española en la legendaria batalla que supuso el comienzo del dominio inglés en los mares y la primera derrota de Napoleón. La novela describe la niñez de Gabriel, sus primeros amores, el embarco en la nave Santísima Trinidad y su participación en la cruenta batalla.<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br> |
Spanish |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
trafalgar es el primero de los 46 episodios nacionales escritos por benito pérez galdós que es considerado el mayor novelista español después de cervantes galdós narra la intervención de gabriel araceli al servicio de d alonso gutiérrez de cisniega capitán de navío en la batalla de trafalgar los catorce años de edad el 21 de octubre de 1805 ante el promontorio de trafalgar las naves inglesas las órdenes de nelson se enfrentaron la flota franco española en la legendaria batalla que supuso el comienzo del dominio inglés en los mares la primera derrota de napoleón la novela describe la niñez de gabriel sus primeros amores el embarco en la nave santísima trinidad su participación en la cruenta batalla p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br |
| 2919 |
2895 |
3276 |
New Grub Street |
George Gissing |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"The story deals with the literary world that Gissing himself had experienced. Its title refers to the London street, Grub Street, which in the 18th century became synomynous with hack literature; as an institution, Grub Street itself no longer existed in Gissing's time. Its two central characters are a sharply contrasted pair of writers:\nEdwin Reardon, a novelist of some talent but limited commercial prospects, and a shy, cerebral man; and Jasper Milvain, a young journalist, hard-working and capable of generosity, but cynical and unscrupulous about writing and its purpose in the modern (i.e. late Victorian) world".\nSummary from Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/new-grub-street-by-george-gissing/ |
the story deals literary world gissing experienced title refers london street grub street 18th century became synomynous hack literature institution grub street longer existed gissing s time two central characters sharply contrasted pair writers edwin reardon novelist talent limited commercial prospects shy cerebral man jasper milvain young journalist hard working capable generosity cynical unscrupulous writing purpose modern i e late victorian world summary wikipedia p |
| 2920 |
2896 |
3277 |
Flood |
Émile Zola |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
<p>A well-to-do French farm family is destroyed by a flood. The story, thrilling to the very end, is told from the point of view of the family's 70-year-old patriarch. The story speaks of the helplessness of mankind in the face of the forces of nature. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/flood-by-emile-zola/ |
p a well to do french farm family destroyed flood story thrilling end told point view family s 70 year old patriarch story speaks helplessness mankind face forces nature summary karen merline p |
| 2921 |
2897 |
3278 |
Aspern Papers |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
<P>One of James’s favorite short novels, the Aspern Papers tells of the efforts of the nameless narrator to procure the papers of a famous, but now dead, American poet. His attempts to secure them from the poet’s former lover and her niece, now recluses in Venice, are stymied both by them, and by his own mistakes in his quest.</P> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-aspern-papers-by-henry-james/ |
p one james s favorite short novels aspern papers tells efforts nameless narrator procure papers famous dead american poet attempts secure poet s former lover niece recluses venice stymied them mistakes quest p |
| 2922 |
2898 |
3279 |
What Katy Did Next |
Susan Coolidge |
General |
This is the third book of the famous "What Katy did" series. (Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-next-by-susan-coolidge/ |
third book famous what katy did series summary elli p |
| 2923 |
2899 |
3280 |
Art of Fiction |
Walter Besant |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
<p>A lecture on the art of fiction, given by the English critic Walter Besant on April 25, 1884, and an answer to the lecture by American writer Henry James in the same year. (Summary by Julie VW)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-fiction-by-walter-besant-and-henry-james/ |
p a lecture art fiction given english critic walter besant april 25 1884 answer lecture american writer henry james year summary julie vw p |
| 2924 |
2902 |
3283 |
Diary from Dixie |
Mary Chesnut |
Memoirs |
<p>Mary Boykin Miller Chesnut, a well-educated South Carolina woman who was married to a Confederate general, kept extensive journals during the Civil War. Mrs. Chesnut moved in elite circles of Southern society and had a keen interest in politics. Her diary is both an important historical document and, because of her sharp wit and often irreverent attitude, a fascinating window into Southern society of the time. This recording is of the first published edition of the diary, edited by Isabella D. Martin and Myrta Lockett Avary and compiled from Mrs. Chesnut's revisions of her original journals. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-diary-from-dixie-by-mary-chesnut/ |
p mary boykin miller chesnut well educated south carolina woman married confederate general kept extensive journals civil war mrs chesnut moved elite circles southern society keen interest politics diary important historical document and sharp wit often irreverent attitude fascinating window southern society time recording first published edition diary edited isabella d martin myrta lockett avary compiled mrs chesnut s revisions original journals summary laurie anne walden p |
| 2925 |
2903 |
3284 |
verbummelter Student |
Gustav Sack |
Published 1900 onward |
"Ein verbummelter Student" ist ein autobiographisch geprägtes Werk von Gustav Sack (1885-1916), einem heute fast vergessenen, frühexpressionistischen Autor. Es wird das Leben von Erich, dem "verbummelten Studenten", erzählt. Neben seinen naturwissenschaftlichen Studien versucht er sich auch an (von Nietzsche beeinflußten) philosophischen Überlegungen über die Natur des Menschen und der Welt. Daran scheitert er. Die "erkenntnistheoretischen Hilflosigkeiten Erichs" (Gustav Sack) prägen seine Liebesbeziehung mit Loo, der Tochter eines reichen Gutsbesitzers, und sein weiteres Leben.\n"Alles Erleben wird schließlich nur Bestätigung und Gleichnis für die inneren Vorgänge; es ist tragische Notwendigkeit, daß Glück und Dasein schließlich als unwesentlich zerstieben. Das Ergebnis ist ungeheure Einsamkeit" (Hans W. Fischer, Herausgeber des erst postum erschienenen Werkes). (Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/ein-verbummelter-student-by-gustav-sack/ |
ein verbummelter student ist ein autobiographisch geprägtes werk von gustav sack 1885 1916 einem heute fast vergessenen frühexpressionistischen autor es wird das leben von erich dem verbummelten studenten erzählt neben seinen naturwissenschaftlichen studien versucht er sich auch von nietzsche beeinflußten philosophischen überlegungen über die natur des menschen und der welt daran scheitert er die erkenntnistheoretischen hilflosigkeiten erichs gustav sack prägen seine liebesbeziehung mit loo der tochter eines reichen gutsbesitzers und sein weiteres leben alles erleben wird schließlich nur bestätigung und gleichnis für die inneren vorgänge es ist tragische notwendigkeit daß glück und dasein schließlich als unwesentlich zerstieben das ergebnis ist ungeheure einsamkeit hans w fischer herausgeber des erst postum erschienenen werkes zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 2926 |
2904 |
3285 |
Short Poetry Collection 161 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 28 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-161-by-various/ |
collection 28 poems read librivox volunteers october 2016 |
| 2927 |
2905 |
3286 |
Miss Grantley's Girls, and the Stories She Told Them |
Thomas Archer |
General Fiction |
<p>The author Thomas Archer lived 1830 – 1893; he wrote several juvenile stories, and this book: <i>Miss Grantley’s Girls – And the Stories She Told Them</i>, was published in 1886. It is a book in 7 chapters. Miss Grantley is a teacher and works as a governess, and she after some coaxing tells somewhat romantic stories to "her" girls. In the first chapter it says: "There was nothing romantic in Miss Grantley's appearance, and yet she was the sort of person that you could not help looking at again and again if you once saw her. . . We found out too that she could tell stories of her own; and now and then we used to persuade her to 'spin a yarn,' as Bella Dornton, whose father had been a naval officer, used to say. . . I don't suppose that any of us will ever forget Miss Grantley's pretty parlour." So join the girls in the parlour and listen when Miss Grantley tells her stories. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/miss-grantleys-girls-by-thomas-archer/ |
p the author thomas archer lived 1830 1893 wrote several juvenile stories book i miss grantley s girls stories told them i published 1886 book 7 chapters miss grantley teacher works governess coaxing tells somewhat romantic stories her girls first chapter says there nothing romantic miss grantley s appearance yet sort person could help looking saw her found could tell stories own used persuade spin yarn bella dornton whose father naval officer used say suppose us ever forget miss grantley s pretty parlour join girls parlour listen miss grantley tells stories summary lars rolander p |
| 2928 |
2906 |
3287 |
Observations of an Orderly |
Ward Muir |
War & Military, Medical |
<p>Ward Muir brings us into the heart of an English war hospital, describing scenes of cleanliness, triumph, order and sadness. Through the eyes of the orderly we get to see the processes that kept the wards running, and relive some tales from within the hospital walls. (Summary by Christine Blachford)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/observations-of-an-orderly-by-ward-muir/ |
p ward muir brings us heart english war hospital describing scenes cleanliness triumph order sadness eyes orderly get see processes kept wards running relive tales within hospital walls summary christine blachford p |
| 2929 |
2907 |
3288 |
Triplanetary |
E. E. Smith |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>“Doc” E.E. Smith pretty much invented the space opera genre, and Triplanetary is a good and well-known example. Physics, time, and politics never stand in the way of a plot that gallops ahead without letup.\nHaving earned a PhD in chemical engineering, it’s understandable that the heroes of Smith’s story are all scientists. He didn’t want to be constrained by the limits of known science, however, so in his hands the electromagnetic spectrum becomes a raw material to be molded into ever-more amazing and lethal forms, and the speed of light is no bar to traveling through the interstellar void.\nCome enjoy this story of yesteryear, set in tomorrow, where real women ignite love at a glance, real men achieve in days what governments manage in decades, and aliens are an ever-present threat to Life-As-We-Know-It! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/triplanetary-by-ee-doc-smith/ |
p doc e e smith pretty much invented space opera genre triplanetary good well known example physics time politics never stand way plot gallops ahead without letup earned phd chemical engineering it s understandable heroes smith s story scientists didn t want constrained limits known science however hands electromagnetic spectrum becomes raw material molded ever more amazing lethal forms speed light bar traveling interstellar void come enjoy story yesteryear set tomorrow real women ignite love glance real men achieve days governments manage decades aliens ever present threat life as we know it summary mark f smith p |
| 2930 |
2909 |
3290 |
Publisher |
C. J. Dennis |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of <em>The Publisher</em> by C.J. Dennis. This was the weekly poetry project for June 28th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-publisher-by-cj-dennis/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings em the publisher em c j dennis weekly poetry project june 28th 2009 br br |
| 2931 |
2911 |
3292 |
Tanglewood Tales |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>All mythology and/or Hawthorne lovers unite!</p>\n<p>Here is a delightful collection of charming stories from Greek Mythology. This collection features some very popular characters like our beloved Jason, Ulysses, King Pluto and Theseus (and of course, our favorite, Mr. Minotaur, too). Written in Hawthorne's interesting and beautiful style, these stories will be a great delight to read AND listen to. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/tanglewood-tales-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
p all mythology and or hawthorne lovers unite p p here delightful collection charming stories greek mythology collection features popular characters like beloved jason ulysses king pluto theseus and course favorite mr minotaur too written hawthorne s interesting beautiful style stories great delight read listen to summary neeru iyer p |
| 2932 |
2912 |
3295 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 021 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-21/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 2933 |
2913 |
3296 |
Versuchung |
Franz Werfel |
Drama |
Der Dichter steht am Rande der Wüste und hadert mit dem Schicksal. Satan erscheint und bietet ihm Ruhm, Ehre, Bewunderung, Leidlosigkeit,... Wird der Dichter darauf eingehen, oder ist er mit dem zufrieden was nur der Erzengel ihm geben kann? <br><br>\n\nDie Rollen wurden gelesen von: \nDer Dichter - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a> <br>\nSatan - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5753">Boris</a> <br>\nDer Erzengel - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a> <br>\nBühnenanweisungen - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a> <br> <br>\nAudioschnitt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\n |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/die-versuchung-by-franz-werfel/ |
der dichter steht rande der wüste und hadert mit dem schicksal satan erscheint und bietet ihm ruhm ehre bewunderung leidlosigkeit wird der dichter darauf eingehen oder ist er mit dem zufrieden nur der erzengel ihm geben kann br br die rollen wurden gelesen von der dichter a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br satan a href https librivox org reader 5753 boris a br der erzengel a href https librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br bühnenanweisungen a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br audioschnitt a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br |
| 2934 |
2914 |
3298 |
Anna of the Five Towns |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction, Romance, Satire |
The plot centers on Anna Tellwright, daughter of a wealthy but miserly and dictatorial father, living in the Potteries area of Staffordshire, England. Her activities are strictly controlled by the Methodist church. Having escaped her father by marrying the respectable and attractive Henry, she attempts in vain to help Willy, son of a drunken and bankrupt business associate of her father's. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/anna-of-the-five-towns-by-arnold-bennett/ |
plot centers anna tellwright daughter wealthy miserly dictatorial father living potteries area staffordshire england activities strictly controlled methodist church escaped father marrying respectable attractive henry attempts vain help willy son drunken bankrupt business associate father s summary wikipedia p |
| 2935 |
2915 |
3299 |
Book of Snobs |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Humorous Fiction |
The necessity of a work on Snobs, demonstrated from History, and proved by felicitous illustrations:—I am the individual destined to write that work—My vocation is announced in terms of great eloquence—I show that the world has been gradually preparing itself for the WORK and the MAN—Snobs are to be studied like other objects of Natural Science, and are a part of the Beautiful (with a large B). They pervade all classes—Affecting instance of Colonel Snobley. (Summary excerpted from Prefatory Remarks from the book by W. M. Thackeray)<p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-snobs-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
necessity work snobs demonstrated history proved felicitous illustrations i individual destined write work my vocation announced terms great eloquence i show world gradually preparing work man snobs studied like objects natural science part beautiful with large b pervade classes affecting instance colonel snobley summary excerpted prefatory remarks book w m thackeray p |
| 2936 |
2916 |
3300 |
Solitude (Wilcox) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"Laugh, and the world laughs with you;<br />. . Weep, and you weep alone;<br />For the sad old earth must borrow its mirth,<br />. . But has trouble enough of its own."<br /><br />Librivox volunteers bring you sixteen readings of Solitude by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the weekly poetry project for November 2, 2014.</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/solitude-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
laugh world laughs you br weep weep alone br for sad old earth must borrow mirth br trouble enough own br br librivox volunteers bring sixteen readings solitude ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project november 2 2014 p |
| 2937 |
2917 |
3301 |
Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book 2 |
John Calvin |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Institutes of the Christian Religion is John Calvin's seminal work on Protestant systematic theology. Highly influential in the Western world and still widely read by theological students today, it was published in Latin in 1536 and in his native French in 1541, with the definitive editions appearing in 1559 (Latin) and in 1560 (French).\n\nThe book was written as an introductory textbook on the Protestant faith for those with some learning already and covered a broad range of theological topics from the doctrines of church and sacraments to justification by faith alone and Christian liberty, and it vigorously attacked the teachings of those Calvin considered unorthodox, particularly Roman Catholicism to which Calvin says he had been "strongly devoted" before his conversion to Protestantism. The over-arching theme of the book – and Calvin's greatest theological legacy – is the idea of God's total sovereignty, particularly in salvation and election.\n\nThe Institutes are a primary reference for the system of doctrine adopted by the Reformed churches, usually called Calvinism. \n\nBook Two of the Institutes treats of the knowledge of God considered as a Redeemer in Christ, and showing man his falls conducts him to Christ the Mediator. (Summary from Wikipedia & preface)</p>\n<br>Book 1 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-1-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a><br>Book 3 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-3-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a><br>Book 4 may be found here: <a href="http://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-4-by-john-calvin/">LINK</a>\n</blockquote></p> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-two-by-john-calvin/ |
p institutes christian religion john calvin s seminal work protestant systematic theology highly influential western world still widely read theological students today published latin 1536 native french 1541 definitive editions appearing 1559 latin 1560 french book written introductory textbook protestant faith learning already covered broad range theological topics doctrines church sacraments justification faith alone christian liberty vigorously attacked teachings calvin considered unorthodox particularly roman catholicism calvin says strongly devoted conversion protestantism over arching theme book calvin s greatest theological legacy idea god s total sovereignty particularly salvation election institutes primary reference system doctrine adopted reformed churches usually called calvinism book two institutes treats knowledge god considered redeemer christ showing man falls conducts christ mediator summary wikipedia preface p br book 1 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book 1 by john calvin link a br book 3 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book 3 by john calvin link a br book 4 may found here a href http librivox org institutes of the christian religion book 4 by john calvin link a blockquote p |
| 2938 |
9571 |
10206 |
Story of the Champions of the Round Table |
Howard Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The second of four volumes of Pyles' retelling of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, which tells the stories of Percival, Tristram, and Launcelot of the Lake. - Summary by Maggie Travers |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-champions-of-the-round-table-by-howard-pyle/ |
second four volumes pyles retelling king arthur knights round table tells stories percival tristram launcelot lake summary maggie travers |
| 2939 |
2918 |
3303 |
Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2, A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and the Protestant Martyrs |
William Byron Forbush |
History , Christianity - Biographies |
<p>The Book of Martyrs, by John Foxe, is an English Protestant account of the persecutions of Protestants, many of whom had died for their beliefs within the decade immediately preceding its first publication. It was first published by John Day, in 1563. Lavishly illustrated with many woodcuts, it was the largest publishing project undertaken in Britain up to that time. Commonly known as, "Foxe's Book of Martyrs", the work's full title begins with "Actes and Monuments of these Latter and Perillous Days, Touching Matters of the Church." There were many subsequent editions, by Day, and by other editors down through the years. Foxe's original work was enormous (the second edition filling two heavy folio volumes with a total of 2,300 pages, estimated to be twice as long as Edward Gibbon's "Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire." This edition is much abridged from Foxe's original.<br/><br/>\n\nThis book was first published shortly after the death of Queen Mary. During Mary's reign, common people of Protestant Christian faith were publicly burned at the stake in an attempt to eliminate dissension from Catholic doctrines.<br/><br/>\n\nFoxe's account of Mary's reign and its martyrdoms form a significant part of the work. Foxe intended to justify the foundation of the Church of England as a continuation of the true and faithful ancient church, rather than as a new denomination.<br/><br/>\n\nThe work has a historic perspective. It begins with early Christian martyrs, and continues with the Inquisition, Wycliffe, and the Marian Persecutions.<br/><br/>\n\nFor the English Church, Foxe's book remains a fundamental witness to the sufferings of faithful Christian people at the hands of the anti-Protestant Roman Catholic authorities, and to the miracle of their endurance unto death.<br/><br/>\n\nRoman Catholics often view Foxe's record of this period as extremely partisan and the primary propaganda piece for English anti-Catholicism. Among other objections, the accuracy of Foxe's claims regarding martyrdoms under Mary ignore the mingled political and religious aspects of the time period. Some of the victims may have been intent on removing Mary from the throne. Although the work is more accurate when dealing with events during Foxe's time, it is generally not a correct or impartial account of the period, and includes occasional "willful falsification of evidence" (Summary abridged from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)<br/><br/><a href="https://librivox.org/foxes-book-of-martyrs-vol-1/" target="_blank">Foxes' Book of Martyrs, Vol 1</a></p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/foxes-book-of-martyrs-vol-2/ |
p the book martyrs john foxe english protestant account persecutions protestants many died beliefs within decade immediately preceding first publication first published john day 1563 lavishly illustrated many woodcuts largest publishing project undertaken britain time commonly known as foxe s book martyrs work s full title begins actes monuments latter perillous days touching matters church many subsequent editions day editors years foxe s original work enormous the second edition filling two heavy folio volumes total 2 300 pages estimated twice long edward gibbon s decline fall roman empire edition much abridged foxe s original br br book first published shortly death queen mary mary s reign common people protestant christian faith publicly burned stake attempt eliminate dissension catholic doctrines br br foxe s account mary s reign martyrdoms form significant part work foxe intended justify foundation church england continuation true faithful ancient church rather new denomination br br work historic perspective begins early christian martyrs continues inquisition wycliffe marian persecutions br br english church foxe s book remains fundamental witness sufferings faithful christian people hands anti protestant roman catholic authorities miracle endurance unto death br br roman catholics often view foxe s record period extremely partisan primary propaganda piece english anti catholicism among objections accuracy foxe s claims regarding martyrdoms mary ignore mingled political religious aspects time period victims may intent removing mary throne although work accurate dealing events foxe s time generally correct impartial account period includes occasional willful falsification evidence summary abridged wikipedia karen merline br br a href https librivox org foxes book of martyrs vol 1 target _blank foxes book martyrs vol 1 a p |
| 2940 |
2919 |
3304 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 005 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the smell of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-005-by-various/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine smell human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 2941 |
2920 |
3305 |
Canti orfici |
Dino Campana |
Poetry, Literary Collections |
Tra il 1912 e il 1913 Campana compone i versi che diventeranno poi (dopo alterne vicende e diverse riscritture) la sua opera più significativa: i "Canti Orfici", una raccolta che contiene un poema in due parti (La notte), sette poesie intitolate I notturni, una prosa diaristica su di un viaggio alla Santuario della Verna (AR) e altre dieci fra poesie e prose liriche. Segue una sezione di Varie che comprendono due frammenti, sette prose liriche e (in sette parti) il poemetto Genova. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/canti-orfici-by-dino-campana/ |
tra il 1912 e il 1913 campana compone versi che diventeranno poi dopo alterne vicende e diverse riscritture la sua opera più significativa canti orfici una raccolta che contiene un poema due parti la notte sette poesie intitolate notturni una prosa diaristica su di un viaggio alla santuario della verna ar e altre dieci fra poesie e prose liriche segue una sezione di varie che comprendono due frammenti sette prose liriche e in sette parti il poemetto genova summary wikipedia p |
| 2942 |
2921 |
3306 |
Michael Strogoff |
Jules Verne |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>This is the account of the perilous mission of Michael Strogoff, courier for Czar Alexander II, who is sent from Moscow to the besieged city of Irkutsk, where the governor, brother of the Czar, has taken his last stand against a Tartar rebellion led by the fearsome Feofar-Khan. When telegraph lines are cut between the Russian Far East and the mainland, Strogoff must make his way through hostile territory to warn the governor of the return of the traitor Ivan Ogareff, a disgraced former officer who seeks vengeance against the Tsar’s family by the destruction of Irkutsk. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/michael-strogoff-by-jules-verne/ |
p this account perilous mission michael strogoff courier czar alexander ii sent moscow besieged city irkutsk governor brother czar taken last stand tartar rebellion led fearsome feofar khan telegraph lines cut russian far east mainland strogoff must make way hostile territory warn governor return traitor ivan ogareff disgraced former officer seeks vengeance tsar s family destruction irkutsk summary adapted wikipedia p |
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2922 |
3307 |
Adventures of Johnny Chuck |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
<p><i>The Adventures of Johnny Chuck</i> is another in the long list of children's books by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this story, it is spring time and a young chuck's fancy turns to thoughts of … traveling, protecting one's turf, finding a new home, and yes, love. Along the way, we learn little lessons about life such as there are good and bad kinds of pride, the importance of keeping secrets and that, even in the animal world, the three most important factors in determining the desirability of property are “location, location, location.” (Summary by John Lieder)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-johnny-chuck-by-thornton-burgess/ |
p i the adventures johnny chuck i another long list children s books conservationist thornton w burgess story spring time young chuck s fancy turns thoughts traveling protecting one s turf finding new home yes love along way learn little lessons life good bad kinds pride importance keeping secrets that even animal world three important factors determining desirability property location location location summary john lieder p |
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2923 |
3308 |
Poems of Passion |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Single author |
<P>A collection of love poems. (Summary by Joy Chan)</P> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-passion-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
p a collection love poems summary joy chan p |
| 2945 |
2924 |
3309 |
Bunner Sisters |
Edith Wharton |
Literary Fiction |
<P>“Bunner Sisters,” like “The Age of Innocence” is set in 1870s New York, however the lives of Ann Eliza and Evelina Bunner reflect impoverished New York. The sisters run a "very small shop, in a shabby basement, in a sidestreet already doomed to decline." Shabby as it is, the sisters are happy in their small orderly community of supportive women. The story tells of the destruction of this life, and how the once content sisters are thrown into the realistic world outside of their little shop. (Summary by Margaret)</P> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bunner-sisters-by-edith-wharton/ |
p bunner sisters like the age innocence set 1870s new york however lives ann eliza evelina bunner reflect impoverished new york sisters run very small shop shabby basement sidestreet already doomed decline shabby is sisters happy small orderly community supportive women story tells destruction life content sisters thrown realistic world outside little shop summary margaret p |
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2925 |
3310 |
Bible (KJV) 11: 1 Kings |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The history of Israel from the final years of King David's life, through the reign of his son, Solomon, to the rule of King Jehoshaphat of Judah and King Ahaziah of Israel. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1769 |
https://librivox.org/1-kings-by-king-james-version/ |
p the history israel final years king david s life reign son solomon rule king jehoshaphat judah king ahaziah israel summary joy chan p |
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2926 |
3311 |
Galatea |
Anton Giulio Barrili |
Epistolary Fiction |
<P>Si potrebbe chiamare un romanzo epistolare: è un misto di pagine di diario e di lettere che il protagonista, Rinaldo Morelli, un estimatore del poeta latino Orazio, scrive durante un'estate a Corsenna, un ameno paesello toscano in collina, frequentato da diversi villeggianti dai quali il nostro cerca di tenersi bene alla larga. Ma saranno loro ad andare in cerca di lui e a riempire la pagine dei suoi scritti... soprattutto una certa Galatea. (Summary by Riccardo Fasol)</P> |
Italian |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/galatea-by-anton-giulio-barrili/ |
p si potrebbe chiamare un romanzo epistolare è un misto di pagine di diario e di lettere che il protagonista rinaldo morelli un estimatore del poeta latino orazio scrive durante un estate corsenna un ameno paesello toscano collina frequentato da diversi villeggianti dai quali il nostro cerca di tenersi bene alla larga saranno loro ad andare cerca di lui e riempire la pagine dei suoi scritti soprattutto una certa galatea summary riccardo fasol p |
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2927 |
3313 |
Lusíadas |
Luís Vaz de Camões |
Epics |
<P>Camões (1524-1580) é o maior poeta da nossa língua, e Os Lusíadas a sua obra maior. Publicada em 1572, é poema épico em dez cantos, narrando os feitos dos Portugueses em suas guerras e descobertas marítimas, em uma visão maravilhosa e exaltada, grandiosa e de comovente patriotismo. Apesar das barreiras que se põem ao leitor moderno, as referências mitológicas às vezes recônditas, as menções a episódios e personagens históricos menos conhecidos, a sua modernidade é surpreendente e a pessoa do poeta se impõe admirável, concreta e única em sua genialidade. A força da linguagem, a beleza dos seus versos, desafia qualquer comentário. (Summary by zaaf)<BR><BR>Camões (1524-1580) is considered Portugal's greatest poet, and Os Lusiadas, his masterpiece. Published in 1572, this epic poem in ten cantos sings of the deeds of the Portuguese in their warfare and overseas discoveries, in an exalted vision of wonder, grandiloquence and moving patriotism. Once the obvious obstacles to the modern reader are surmounted, such as arcane mythological references or mentions to lesser known historic passages and characters, the modernity of this work may be surprising, and the author's persona emerges in his unique, concrete and admirable geniality. The strength of his diction and the beauty of his verses simply defy words. (Summary translated by Leni)</P> |
Portuguese |
1572 |
https://librivox.org/os-lusiadas-by-luis-vaz-de-camoes/ |
p camões 1524 1580 é maior poeta da nossa língua e os lusíadas sua obra maior publicada em 1572 é poema épico em dez cantos narrando os feitos dos portugueses em suas guerras e descobertas marítimas em uma visão maravilhosa e exaltada grandiosa e de comovente patriotismo apesar das barreiras que se põem ao leitor moderno referências mitológicas às vezes recônditas menções episódios e personagens históricos menos conhecidos sua modernidade é surpreendente e pessoa poeta se impõe admirável concreta e única em sua genialidade força da linguagem beleza dos seus versos desafia qualquer comentário summary zaaf br br camões 1524 1580 considered portugal s greatest poet os lusiadas masterpiece published 1572 epic poem ten cantos sings deeds portuguese warfare overseas discoveries exalted vision wonder grandiloquence moving patriotism obvious obstacles modern reader surmounted arcane mythological references mentions lesser known historic passages characters modernity work may surprising author s persona emerges unique concrete admirable geniality strength diction beauty verses simply defy words summary translated leni p |
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2928 |
3314 |
Astounding Stories 09, September 1930 |
Miles J. Breuer |
Science Fiction |
This is a collection of short science fiction stories by various writers, circa 1930. Writers include Paul Ernst, Miles Breuer, Ray Cummings, Sewell Wright, and others. Harry Bates, Editor (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-of-super-science-sept-1930/ |
collection short science fiction stories various writers circa 1930 writers include paul ernst miles breuer ray cummings sewell wright others harry bates editor summary bellonatimes p |
| 2950 |
2929 |
3315 |
Theo |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>It's described as "A SPRIGHTLY LOVE STORY" and it is written by F. H. Burnett, "one of the most charming among American writers!" (Summary by Project Gutenberg and Elli)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/theo-by-fanny-burnett/ |
p it s described a sprightly love story written f h burnett one charming among american writers summary project gutenberg elli p |
| 2951 |
2930 |
3316 |
Moon and Sixpence |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Historical Fiction |
<p>This Maugham novel is based on the life of the painter Paul Gauguin. The story is told by the narrator as he gradually comes to know the main character Charles Strickland, a middle aged stock broker. We follow Strickland from the point where he abruptly abandons his wife and children to become an artist, through his life in Paris and Marseille to Tahiti where he eventually dies of leprosy (Summary by Andy Minter)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/moon-and-sixpence-the-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
p this maugham novel based life painter paul gauguin story told narrator gradually comes know main character charles strickland middle aged stock broker follow strickland point abruptly abandons wife children become artist life paris marseille tahiti eventually dies leprosy summary andy minter p |
| 2952 |
2931 |
3317 |
Sincere Huron (L'Ingénu) |
Voltaire |
Satire |
<p>L'Ingénu is a satirical novella by the French writer Voltaire, published in 1767. It tells the story of a Huron Indian transported to the sophistication of eighteenth century Paris, and satirizes religious doctrine, as well as the folly and injustices of French society. (Summary from Wikipedia).<p>\n |
English |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/the-sincere-huron-by-voltaire/ |
p l ingénu satirical novella french writer voltaire published 1767 tells story huron indian transported sophistication eighteenth century paris satirizes religious doctrine well folly injustices french society summary wikipedia p |
| 2953 |
2932 |
3318 |
Music Notation and Terminology |
Karl Wilson Gehrkens |
*Non-fiction, Music |
Until relatively recently, music students at all levels of study—from the conservatories to public schools—had few resources available for the formal study of musical notation and terminology in the classroom. In fact, it was not until 1914, when Professor Karl Gehrkens at the Oberlin School of Music published this compilation of class notes and sources he collected over the years, that a uniform text became available for schools and universities everywhere. Since the publication of this monumental work, similar textbooks have emerged, but Dr. Gehrkens’ contribution remains thoroughly worthwhile—particularly since it provides not just the definitions of musical terms, but also the historical context of those terms. This inclusion enables students of music to better understand and remember those terms, and provides a platform from which Gehrkens argues for a uniform usage of musical terminology. Also included in the book are numerous musical excerpts, pictures, and actual analyses of musical examples.<br><br>\n\nRecommended for the musically curious as well as the serious musical student. (Summary by Susan) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/music-notation-and-terminology-by-karl-wilson-gehrkens/ |
relatively recently music students levels study from conservatories public schools had resources available formal study musical notation terminology classroom fact 1914 professor karl gehrkens oberlin school music published compilation class notes sources collected years uniform text became available schools universities everywhere since publication monumental work similar textbooks emerged dr gehrkens contribution remains thoroughly worthwhile particularly since provides definitions musical terms also historical context terms inclusion enables students music better understand remember terms provides platform gehrkens argues uniform usage musical terminology also included book numerous musical excerpts pictures actual analyses musical examples br br recommended musically curious well serious musical student summary susan p |
| 2954 |
2933 |
3319 |
Drink To Her |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <i>Drink To Her</i> by Thomas Moore. This was the weekly poetry project for July 5th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/drink-to-her-by-thomas-moore/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings i drink her i thomas moore weekly poetry project july 5th 2009 br br |
| 2955 |
2934 |
3320 |
Ayala's Angel |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
Lucy and Ayala Dormer are left penniless by the death of their parents. Ayala is taken in by their rich aunt Lady Tringle and Lucy by their poor uncle Mr Dosett. The girls find it hard to get used to their new surroundings. Lucy becomes engaged to one of her father's artist friends but they are too poor to marry. Three different men fall in love with Ayala but none live up to her ideal of the perfect man. Will Lucy be able to marry her sweetheart and will Ayala find her 'Angel of Light'? For the answers to these and many other questions, read this book. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/ayalas-angel-by-anthony-trollope/ |
lucy ayala dormer left penniless death parents ayala taken rich aunt lady tringle lucy poor uncle mr dosett girls find hard get used new surroundings lucy becomes engaged one father s artist friends poor marry three different men fall love ayala none live ideal perfect man lucy able marry sweetheart ayala find angel light answers many questions read book summary stav nisser p |
| 2956 |
2935 |
3321 |
Short Poetry Collection 081 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers during the month of July 2009. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-081/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month july 2009 p |
| 2957 |
2936 |
3322 |
Unterhaltungen deutscher Ausgewanderten |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Published before 1800, Single Author Collections |
Unterhaltungen deutscher Ausgewanderten ist eine Erzählungssammlung von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, erschienen (1795).<br/><br/>\n\nDas Konzept der Rahmenhandlung dieser Novelle hat Goethe von Boccaccios Decamerone übernommen (eine Erzählwelt wird der realen Situation der Flüchtlinge entgegengesetzt). Doch zeigt sich bei ihm, dass die Rahmengesellschaft in ihrer Funktion versagt. Es gelingt nicht mehr, das schreckliche Ereignis, das die Rahmengesellschaft konstituiert und dazu motiviert, sich mittels Erzählungen über das drohende Schicksal zu vertrösten, mittels Erzählen vergessen zu machen. Im Gegenteil: Das Ereignis der Revolution dringt in den Themenkreis der Rahmengesellschaft ein (zunächst streitet der junge Karl als Befürworter der Revolution mit dem konservativen alten Geheimrat, der aus Verärgerung die Gesellschaft verlässt, später bricht ein Bedienter in die Runde ein und berichtet von Feuer auf den Gütern, die den Franzosen in die Hand gefallen sind). Etwa ein Zehntel (insbesondere der Einstieg) handelt direkt oder indirekt von den außenpolitischen Verhältnissen, infolge derer jene Leute flüchten mussten. Der zeitgeschichtliche Hintergrund der erzählten Ereignisse sind der sog. erste Koalitionskrieg und die Ereignisse um die Mainzer Republik.<br/><br/>\n\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) </p> |
German |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/unterhaltungen-deutscher-ausgewanderten-by-goethe/ |
unterhaltungen deutscher ausgewanderten ist eine erzählungssammlung von johann wolfgang von goethe erschienen 1795 br br das konzept der rahmenhandlung dieser novelle hat goethe von boccaccios decamerone übernommen eine erzählwelt wird der realen situation der flüchtlinge entgegengesetzt doch zeigt sich bei ihm dass die rahmengesellschaft ihrer funktion versagt es gelingt nicht mehr das schreckliche ereignis das die rahmengesellschaft konstituiert und dazu motiviert sich mittels erzählungen über das drohende schicksal zu vertrösten mittels erzählen vergessen zu machen im gegenteil das ereignis der revolution dringt den themenkreis der rahmengesellschaft ein zunächst streitet der junge karl als befürworter der revolution mit dem konservativen alten geheimrat der aus verärgerung die gesellschaft verlässt später bricht ein bedienter die runde ein und berichtet von feuer auf den gütern die den franzosen die hand gefallen sind etwa ein zehntel insbesondere der einstieg handelt direkt oder indirekt von den außenpolitischen verhältnissen infolge derer jene leute flüchten mussten der zeitgeschichtliche hintergrund der erzählten ereignisse sind der sog erste koalitionskrieg und die ereignisse um die mainzer republik br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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2937 |
3323 |
Princess and the Goblin (version 2) |
George MacDonald |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
George MacDonald's fairy stories and fantasy have inspired a number of writers including C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and of this popular fairy story, which as you might suspect concerns a little princess plotted against by a race of goblins, G.K. Chesterton said that it "made a difference to my whole existence." (Summary by Andy Minter)<p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-and-the-goblin-by-george-macdonald-version-2/ |
george macdonald s fairy stories fantasy inspired number writers including c s lewis j r r tolkien popular fairy story might suspect concerns little princess plotted race goblins g k chesterton said made difference whole existence summary andy minter p |
| 2959 |
2938 |
3324 |
Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tale Collection |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>These are 25 fairy tales written by Hans Christian Andersen - A collection of something for everyone - the very popular stories, the less well-known stories and favorites, that both children and grownups can enjoy.<br>(Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairy-tale-collection-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
p these 25 fairy tales written hans christian andersen collection something everyone popular stories less well known stories favorites children grownups enjoy br summary neeru iyer p |
| 2960 |
2939 |
3325 |
World Set Free |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
The World Set Free is a novel published in 1914 by H. G. Wells. The book is considered a prophetical novel foretelling the advent of nuclear weapons.<br /><br />A constant theme in Wells's work, such as his 1901 nonfiction book Anticipations, was the role of energy and technological advance as a determinant of human progress.<br /><br />The novel opens: "The history of mankind is the history of the attainment of external power. Man is the tool-using, fire-making animal." Scientists of the day were well aware that the slow natural radioactive decay of elements like radium continues for thousands of years, and that while the rate of energy release is negligible, the total amount released is huge. Wells used this as the basis for his story. (Summary on Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-set-free-by-h-g-wells/ |
world set free novel published 1914 h g wells book considered prophetical novel foretelling advent nuclear weapons br br a constant theme wells s work 1901 nonfiction book anticipations role energy technological advance determinant human progress br br the novel opens the history mankind history attainment external power man tool using fire making animal scientists day well aware slow natural radioactive decay elements like radium continues thousands years rate energy release negligible total amount released huge wells used basis story summary wikipedia p |
| 2961 |
2940 |
3326 |
Reef |
Edith Wharton |
Romance |
<p>George Darrow, Anna Leath’s first love, is finally coming from London to propose to her. However, he drifts to an affair with Sophy Viner, Anna’s daughter’s naïve and young governess. Sophy’s relationship with Darrow and Anna’s family can threaten his success. In this novel, as in many of Wharton’s other well known novels, we see the eternal love triangle. With her sly and lovely writing style, Wharton delivers to us in this wonderful novel a cast of unforgettable characters and many unforgettable scenes which we can vividly imagine. What would Darrow choose: success or love? Would Anna marry him despite his affair with Sophy? (Summary by Stav Nisser.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-reef-by-edith-wharton/ |
p george darrow anna leath s first love finally coming london propose her however drifts affair sophy viner anna s daughter s naïve young governess sophy s relationship darrow anna s family threaten success novel many wharton s well known novels see eternal love triangle sly lovely writing style wharton delivers us wonderful novel cast unforgettable characters many unforgettable scenes vividly imagine would darrow choose success love would anna marry despite affair sophy summary stav nisser p |
| 2962 |
2941 |
3327 |
Historia Apollonii Regis Tyri |
Anonymous |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Apollonius of Tyre is the subject of an ancient short novella, popular during medieval times. Existing in numerous forms in many languages, the text is thought to be translated from an ancient Greek manuscript, now lost. The earliest manuscripts of the tale, in a Latin version, date from the 9th or 10th century; the most widespread Latin versions are those of Gottfried von Viterbo, who incorporated it into his Pantheon of 1185 as if it were actual history, and a version in the Gesta Romanorum. Shakespeare's play Pericles, Prince of Tyre was based in part on Gower's version, with the change of name probably inspired by Philip Sidney's Arcadia. Apollonius of Tyre was also a source for his plays Twelfth Night and The Comedy of Errors. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Latin |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/historia-apollonii-regis-tyri-by-anonymous/ |
p apollonius tyre subject ancient short novella popular medieval times existing numerous forms many languages text thought translated ancient greek manuscript lost earliest manuscripts tale latin version date 9th 10th century widespread latin versions gottfried von viterbo incorporated pantheon 1185 actual history version gesta romanorum shakespeare s play pericles prince tyre based part gower s version change name probably inspired philip sidney s arcadia apollonius tyre also source plays twelfth night comedy errors summary wikipedia p |
| 2963 |
3015 |
3405 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 006 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-006/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 2964 |
2942 |
3328 |
Chautauqua Girls at Home |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Sequel to Four Girls at Chautauqua. Ruth, Flossy, Eurie, and Ruth return home as new Christians, eager to begin working. Their new faith clashes with their old lives, which they must overcome, as well as the prejudices of friends and acquaintances. (Summary by Tricia G)<br><br>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/four-girls-at-chautauqua-by-isabella-alden-aka-pansy/">Four Girls at Chautauqua</a><br>Next book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ruth-erskines-crosses-by-pansy/">Ruth Erskine's Crosses</a></p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-chautauqua-girls-at-home-by-isabella-alden/ |
p sequel four girls chautauqua ruth flossy eurie ruth return home new christians eager begin working new faith clashes old lives must overcome well prejudices friends acquaintances summary tricia g br br previous book series a href http librivox org four girls at chautauqua by isabella alden aka pansy four girls chautauqua a br next book series a href http librivox org ruth erskines crosses by pansy ruth erskine s crosses a p |
| 2965 |
2943 |
3329 |
Flower of the North |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<i>Flower of the North</i> finds Philip Whittemore on an adventure which takes him up the Churchill River of northern Canada to a land which he thought he knew. However, tucked in among the rocks and hills lies an unfamiliar outpost which he's been told is called Fort o' God whose inhabitants and history are shrouded in mystery. It is Jeanne D'Arcambal and her protector Pierre who have told him of this place, but there is so much which they haven't told him, including who they really are, where they come from, and their clouded past. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/flower-of-the-north-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
i flower north i finds philip whittemore adventure takes churchill river northern canada land thought knew however tucked among rocks hills lies unfamiliar outpost he s told called fort o god whose inhabitants history shrouded mystery jeanne d arcambal protector pierre told place much told him including really are come from clouded past summary roger melin p |
| 2966 |
2944 |
3330 |
Niels Holgersson's Wonderbare Reis |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>De familie Holgersson woont in Skåne in het uiterste zuiden van Zweden op een kleine boerderij. Daar groeit hun enige zoon Niels op. Niels is niet zo vriendelijk voor de dieren thuis, hij houdt er van om ze te plagen en te sarren. Als hij op een dag een kabouter vangt en weigert die weer vrij te laten, spreekt de boze kabouter een betovering uit over Niels. Hij wordt zo klein als een duim. Op de vlucht voor de dieren die hém nu eens willen pesten, gaat Niels mee met een groep wilde ganzen. (samenvatting naar Wikipedia)<br>\nThis is the Dutch translation of The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, by Selma Lagerlöf</p> |
Dutch |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/niels-holgerssons-wonderbare-reis-by-selma-lagerlof/ |
p de familie holgersson woont skåne het uiterste zuiden van zweden op een kleine boerderij daar groeit hun enige zoon niels op niels niet zo vriendelijk voor de dieren thuis hij houdt er van om ze te plagen en te sarren als hij op een dag een kabouter vangt en weigert die weer vrij te laten spreekt de boze kabouter een betovering uit niels hij wordt zo klein als een duim op de vlucht voor de dieren die hém nu eens willen pesten gaat niels mee met een groep wilde ganzen samenvatting naar wikipedia br dutch translation wonderful adventures nils selma lagerlöf p |
| 2967 |
2945 |
3331 |
Aunt Jane's Hero |
Elizabeth Prentiss |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<P>Aunt Jane is a good and loving woman, important to everyone except herself, always willing to give good advice. Her "hero", Horace, is far different: in the beginning of the story, he is a good but a little unthoughtful youth. But at the end, his unthoughtfulness is replaced by his love to God. Beside Aunt Jane and her "hero", there is quite a large cast of other unforgettable characters who show us a lot of important things. (Summary by Stav Nisser.)</P> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-hero-by-elizabeth-prentiss/ |
p aunt jane good loving woman important everyone except herself always willing give good advice hero horace far different beginning story good little unthoughtful youth end unthoughtfulness replaced love god beside aunt jane hero quite large cast unforgettable characters show us lot important things summary stav nisser p |
| 2968 |
2946 |
3332 |
Life, Adventures & Piracies of Captain Singleton |
Daniel Defoe |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<P>The Life, Adventures & Piracies of the Famous Captain Singleton is a "bipartite adventure story whose first half covers a traversal of Africa, and whose second half taps into the contemporary fascination with piracy. It has been commended for its depiction of the homosexual relationship between the eponymous hero and his religious mentor, the Quaker, William Walters." (Summary by Wikipedia).</P> |
English |
1720 |
https://librivox.org/captain-singleton-by-daniel-defoe/ |
p the life adventures piracies famous captain singleton bipartite adventure story whose first half covers traversal africa whose second half taps contemporary fascination piracy commended depiction homosexual relationship eponymous hero religious mentor quaker william walters summary wikipedia p |
| 2969 |
2947 |
3333 |
Aus meinem Leben. Dichtung und Wahrheit |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Memoirs |
<p>Aus meinem Leben. Dichtung und Wahrheit ist eine zwischen 1808 und 1831 entstandene Autobiographie, in der Johann Wolfgang von Goethe seine Erlebnisse aus den Jahren 1749 bis 1775 liebevoll darstellt. Nach Richard Friedenthal ist diese mannigfaltig vorschreitende Lebensgeschichte einer der großen deutschen Romane - ein Hausbuch. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) </p> |
German |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/aus-meinem-leben-dichtung-und-wahrheit-von-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p aus meinem leben dichtung und wahrheit ist eine zwischen 1808 und 1831 entstandene autobiographie der johann wolfgang von goethe seine erlebnisse aus den jahren 1749 bis 1775 liebevoll darstellt nach richard friedenthal ist diese mannigfaltig vorschreitende lebensgeschichte einer der großen deutschen romane ein hausbuch zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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2948 |
3334 |
Hunting of the Snark (version 2) |
Lewis Carroll |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<br /><em>The Hunting of the Snark</em> is a long nonsense poem by Lewis Carroll describing the adventures of ten weirdly assorted characters as they pursue an elusive creature known as a snark. (Summary by Shawn Craig Smith)<br /><br /> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunting-of-the-snark-by-lewis-carroll-2/ |
br em the hunting snark em long nonsense poem lewis carroll describing adventures ten weirdly assorted characters pursue elusive creature known snark summary shawn craig smith br br |
| 2971 |
2969 |
3357 |
Mystery of the Four Fingers |
Fred M. White |
Detective Fiction |
A fabulously rich gold mine in Mexico is known by the picturesque and mysterious name of The Four Fingers. It originally belonged to an Aztec tribe, and its location is known to one surviving descendant. Surprises, strange and startling, are concealed in every chapter of this completely engrossing detective story. And through it runs the thread of a curious love story. (summary adapted from Grosset & Dunlap Publishers, 1908)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-four-fingers-by-fred-m-white/ |
fabulously rich gold mine mexico known picturesque mysterious name four fingers originally belonged aztec tribe location known one surviving descendant surprises strange startling concealed every chapter completely engrossing detective story runs thread curious love story summary adapted grosset dunlap publishers 1908 p |
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2949 |
3335 |
Catiline Conspiracy and the Jugurthine War |
Gaius (Sallust) Sallustius Crispus |
Antiquity |
<p><i>The Catiline Conspiracy</i> and the <i>Jugurthine War</i> are the two separate surviving works of the historian commonly known as "Sallust". Nearly contemporary to the events he describes, he is supposed to have been a retired officer of Caesar's army. \n\n<br/><br/>"Catiline" contains the history of the memorable year 63. Sallust describes Catiline as the deliberate foe of law, order and morality (although party politics may have influenced his view). Still, Sallust does recount Catiline's noble traits, including his courage in the final battle. There is doubt among historians about whether Caesar was involved in the conspiracy; several of Catiline's adherents who survived later joined Caesar's side in his was against Pompey. The difficulty of Cicero's position is thoroughly treated.<br/><br/>\n\n"Jugurthine War" records the war in Numidia c.112 B.C. This war, which introduces the rivals Marius and Sulla to the Roman political scene, recounts the downfall and capture of the Numidian King Jugurtha. There is an exciting description of an agile Ligurian agent of the Roman side entering a besieged enemy city. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-catiline-conspiracy-and-the-jugurthine-war-by-sallust/ |
p i the catiline conspiracy i i jugurthine war i two separate surviving works historian commonly known sallust nearly contemporary events describes supposed retired officer caesar s army br br catiline contains history memorable year 63 sallust describes catiline deliberate foe law order morality although party politics may influenced view still sallust recount catiline s noble traits including courage final battle doubt among historians whether caesar involved conspiracy several catiline s adherents survived later joined caesar s side pompey difficulty cicero s position thoroughly treated br br jugurthine war records war numidia c 112 b c war introduces rivals marius sulla roman political scene recounts downfall capture numidian king jugurtha exciting description agile ligurian agent roman side entering besieged enemy city summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
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2950 |
3336 |
In Kent with Charles Dickens |
Thomas Frost |
Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
<br />By his own admission, Thomas Frost found it hard to make a living from his writing, and no doubt he used the name of Dickens in the title of this book to boost sales. Frost tells a good tale, and the book is not only of interest to enthusiasts of Dickens and the county of Kent.<BR/><BR/>He includes some of Dickens' own descriptions of locations, as well as regaling us with anecdotes about towns and villages which he visits, including an account of the last armed rising on British soil - the Battle of Bossenden Wood.<BR/><BR/>As well as accounts of his travels through the highways and byways of Kent in the footsteps of Dickens and his characters, he also wanders into the lanes of myth and legend, sometimes making up his own stories along the way.<BR/><BR/>After managing to forgive his cardinal sin of confusing Men of Kent and Kentish Men in the first chapter, I found this rather odd mixture of memoir, short stories and literary travelogue a most enjoyable read. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/in-kent-with-charles-dickens-by-thomas-frost/ |
br by admission thomas frost found hard make living writing doubt used name dickens title book boost sales frost tells good tale book interest enthusiasts dickens county kent br br he includes dickens descriptions locations well regaling us anecdotes towns villages visits including account last armed rising british soil battle bossenden wood br br as well accounts travels highways byways kent footsteps dickens characters also wanders lanes myth legend sometimes making stories along way br br after managing forgive cardinal sin confusing men kent kentish men first chapter found rather odd mixture memoir short stories literary travelogue enjoyable read summary ruth golding br br |
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2951 |
3337 |
Once on a Time |
A. A. Milne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
When the King of Barodia receives a pair of seven-league boots as a birthday present, his habit of flying over the King of Euralia's castle during breakfast provokes a series of incidents which escalate into war. While the King of Euralia is away, his daughter Hyacinth tries to rule in his stead and counter the machiavellian ambitions of the king's favourite, the Countess Belvane. Written in 1917, Milne's own introduction begins 'This is an odd book', and indeed it is very difficult to classify. Ostensibly a typical fairytale, it tells the story of the war between the kingdoms of Euralia and Barodia and the political shenanigans which take place in Euralia in the king's absence, all supposedly rewritten by Milne from the writings of the fictional historian "Roger Scurvilegs". Milne created the story to contain believable, three-dimensional characters, rather than the stereotypes which will satisfy children. Hence the book introduces us to a princess who is far from helpless; a prince who, whilst handsome, is also pompous and vain; an enchantment which is almost entirely humorous; a villain who is not entirely villainous and receives no real comeuppance; a good king who isn't always good; an evil king who isn't always evil, and so on. The result is a book which children may not enjoy as much as adults. The book was written by Milne partly for his wife, upon whom the character of the Countess Belvane was partially based. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/once-on-a-time-by-a-a-milne/ |
king barodia receives pair seven league boots birthday present habit flying king euralia s castle breakfast provokes series incidents escalate war king euralia away daughter hyacinth tries rule stead counter machiavellian ambitions king s favourite countess belvane written 1917 milne s introduction begins this odd book indeed difficult classify ostensibly typical fairytale tells story war kingdoms euralia barodia political shenanigans take place euralia king s absence supposedly rewritten milne writings fictional historian roger scurvilegs milne created story contain believable three dimensional characters rather stereotypes satisfy children hence book introduces us princess far helpless prince who whilst handsome also pompous vain enchantment almost entirely humorous villain entirely villainous receives real comeuppance good king always good evil king always evil on result book children may enjoy much adults book written milne partly wife upon character countess belvane partially based summary wikipedia p |
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2952 |
3338 |
Abbot's Ghost or Maurice Treherne's Temptation |
Louisa May Alcott |
Romance |
Written by Louisa May Alcott under her pseudonym, A. M. Barnard, this Christmas story deals with the themes of love and defending one's honor. Although he is disinherited and poor, Maurice Traherne tries to win the hand of his love, Octavia.(Summary by Jennifer Stearns)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-abbots-ghost-or-maurice-trehernes-temptation-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
written louisa may alcott pseudonym a m barnard christmas story deals themes love defending one s honor although disinherited poor maurice traherne tries win hand love octavia summary jennifer stearns p |
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2953 |
3339 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 1: The Borgias and The Cenci |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<p>Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.<br><br>In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (from publisher's note)<br><br>The first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.<br><br>Another famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to\nmention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. (from Introduction)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-1-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p dumas s celebrated crimes written children novelist spared language has minced words to describe violent scenes violent time br br in instances facts appear distorted true perspective others author makes unwarranted charges careful mature reader books intended recognize allow for fact from publisher s note br br the first volume comprises annals borgias cenci name noted notorious florentine family become synonym intrigue violence yet borgias without stanch defenders history br br another famous italian story cenci beautiful beatrice cenci celebrated painting guido sixteenth century romance guerrazi poetic tragedy shelley mention numerous succeeding works inspired hapless fate will always remain shadowy figure one infinite pathos from introduction p |
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2954 |
3340 |
Letter From A Girl To Her Own Old Age |
Alice Meynell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of A Letter From A Girl To Her Own Old Age by Alice Meynell. This was the weekly poetry project for July 12th, 2009, and was recorded to celebrate the 21st birthday of Lucy Perry, who co-ordinated this project.<br /><br /> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/a-letter-from-a-girl-to-her-own-old-age-by-alice-meynell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings letter girl old age alice meynell weekly poetry project july 12th 2009 recorded celebrate 21st birthday lucy perry co ordinated project br br |
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2955 |
3341 |
Arthur Mervyn |
Charles Brockden Brown |
Published before 1800 |
Arthur Mervyn is the story of a young man from the country who arrives in a city stricken with Yellow Fever. He soon comes down with the illness and is rescued by a kindly doctor. Arthur tells the doctor and his wife the story of his life, thereby gaining the doctor’s confidence and good will. However, others familiar with Arthur tell another tale, and the doctor’s as well as the reader’s confidence in Arthur is shaken. Brown, who himself contracted Yellow Fever during an outbreak in New York City, vividly describes the horrors of the disease and its effects on an early American city. (Summary by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1799 |
https://librivox.org/arthur-mervyn-by-charles-brockden-brown/ |
arthur mervyn story young man country arrives city stricken yellow fever soon comes illness rescued kindly doctor arthur tells doctor wife story life thereby gaining doctor s confidence good will however others familiar arthur tell another tale doctor s well reader s confidence arthur shaken brown contracted yellow fever outbreak new york city vividly describes horrors disease effects early american city summary margaret p |
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2957 |
3343 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 022 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-22/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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2958 |
3344 |
Melting of Molly |
Maria Thompson Daviess |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Meet Molly: a quirky, spirited twenty-five-year old, widowed for 6 years, living in picturesque Hillsboro with her aunt amidst gossipy neighbors, on a strict diet, and in serious boy trouble. There's Arthur, her childhood sweetheart; then, there's the enigmatic, charming Judge Wade; and of course, there's her cousin Tom; and then, her infuriating neighbor, John Moore... But who will melt her heart?<br><br>It is Arthur's return, and his seemingly simple request of wanting to see her in the same blue dress she wore when he left, that throws everything into turmoil...<br><br>Sometimes, one can only find some solace in one's garden.<br><br>Narrated in a refreshingly modern and playful style by none other than Molly herself, this book is the British magazine version; there’s a significantly different American novel version.(Summary by Elli, Julie VW and Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-melting-of-molly-by-maria-thompson-daviess/ |
p meet molly quirky spirited twenty five year old widowed 6 years living picturesque hillsboro aunt amidst gossipy neighbors strict diet serious boy trouble there s arthur childhood sweetheart then there s enigmatic charming judge wade course there s cousin tom then infuriating neighbor john moore melt heart br br it arthur s return seemingly simple request wanting see blue dress wore left throws everything turmoil br br sometimes one find solace one s garden br br narrated refreshingly modern playful style none molly herself book british magazine version there s significantly different american novel version summary elli julie vw stav nisser p |
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2959 |
3345 |
Canada's Hundred Days: With the Canadian Corps from Amiens to Mons, Aug. 8 - Nov. 11, 1918. Part 1, Amiens |
John Frederick Bligh Livesay |
War & Military |
This is the incredible story of the actions of the men and women of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, Canada's contribution to the Great War 1914-1919, during the last 100 days of the First World War.\n<BR><BR>After nearly 4 years of stalemate (trench warfare) the Allied Forces planned to break through the German Hindenburg Line and then push the enemy from their defensive positions. <BR>You will follow the CEF as they take Amiens, Arras, Cambrai and then the pursuit of the German Forces from Valenciennes to Mons (in Belgium, the same place where the war began on August 4, 1914), on November 11, 1918. Summary by Richard Laughton.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/canadas-one-hundred-days-part-on-by-john-livesay/ |
incredible story actions men women canadian expeditionary force canada s contribution great war 1914 1919 last 100 days first world war br br after nearly 4 years stalemate trench warfare allied forces planned break german hindenburg line push enemy defensive positions br you follow cef take amiens arras cambrai pursuit german forces valenciennes mons in belgium place war began august 4 1914 november 11 1918 summary richard laughton p |
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2960 |
3346 |
Trespasser |
D. H. Lawrence |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
<br /><em>Brief Encounter</em> meets <em>Tristan und Isolde</em> - on the Isle of Wight, under a vast sky florid with stars. The consequence is tragic indeed for one of the parties, Siegmund, when he sacrifices family life for a few days’ transcendent rapture. His lover, the self-contained Helena, is strong enough to bear a return to the scruffy suburbs. Redemption of a kind is granted to the deserted wife, Beatrice. But between these robust Lawrentian women Siegmund is cancelled out. His love-death is no cosmic swoon but a sordid exit in an unkempt box-room.\n<br /><br />In this very British romance, there is no earthly escape from outworn attachments and life’s deadening routine... (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-trespasser-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br em brief encounter em meets em tristan und isolde em isle wight vast sky florid stars consequence tragic indeed one parties siegmund sacrifices family life days transcendent rapture lover self contained helena strong enough bear return scruffy suburbs redemption kind granted deserted wife beatrice robust lawrentian women siegmund cancelled out love death cosmic swoon sordid exit unkempt box room br br in british romance earthly escape outworn attachments life s deadening routine summary martin geeson br br |
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2961 |
3347 |
Swiss Family Robinson (Version 2) |
Johann David Wyss |
Action & Adventure |
<p>First published in 1812, <i>The Swiss Family Robinson</i> may sometimes seem old-fashioned to modern readers, especially the family’s attitude toward wildlife (if it moves, shoot it). However, it’s a truly exciting adventure and a timeless story of warm and loving family life.</p><p>As the narrator says: “It was written... for the instruction and amusement of my children... Children are, on the whole, very much alike everywhere, and you four lads fairly represent multitudes... It will make me happy to think that my simple narrative may lead some of these to observe how blessed are the results of patient continuance in well-doing, what benefits arise from the thoughtful application of knowledge and science, and how good and pleasant a thing it is when brethren dwell together in unity, under the eye of parental love.”</p><p>Written by Swiss pastor Johann David Wyss and edited by his son Johann Rudolf Wyss (this edition lists J.R. as the author), the novel was intended to teach his four sons about family values, good husbandry, the uses of the natural world, and self-reliance. It’s fun to think of the long-ago author reading his own books of natural history and creating this novel to share his interests with his boys. (summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-swiss-family-robinson-by-johann-r-wyss/ |
p first published 1812 i the swiss family robinson i may sometimes seem old fashioned modern readers especially family s attitude toward wildlife if moves shoot it however it s truly exciting adventure timeless story warm loving family life p p as narrator says it written instruction amusement children children are whole much alike everywhere four lads fairly represent multitudes make happy think simple narrative may lead observe blessed results patient continuance well doing benefits arise thoughtful application knowledge science good pleasant thing brethren dwell together unity eye parental love p p written swiss pastor johann david wyss edited son johann rudolf wyss this edition lists j r author novel intended teach four sons family values good husbandry uses natural world self reliance it s fun think long ago author reading books natural history creating novel share interests boys summary kara p |
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2977 |
3365 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 015 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br><br />\n"Vision" übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br>\n"Die Theekanne" übersetzt von Paul Arndt</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-015-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br vision übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br die theekanne übersetzt von paul arndt p |
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3273 |
3677 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 007 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-007/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
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2962 |
3348 |
Heidelberg Catechism |
Caspar Olevianus |
Christianity - Other |
<p>The Heidelberg Catechism is a Protestant confessional document taking the form of a series of questions and answers, for use in teaching Reformed Christian doctrine. It has been translated into many languages and is regarded as one of the most influential of the Reformed catechisms.<br/><br/>\n\nThe Heidelberg Catechism is one of the three Reformed confessions that form the doctrinal basis of the original Reformed church in The Netherlands, and is recognized as such also by the Dutch Reformed churches that originated from that church during and since the 19th century.<br/><br/>\n\nThe Catechism is divided into fifty-two sections, called "Lord's Days," which were designed to be taught on each of the 52 Sundays of the year. In its current form, the Heidelberg Catechism consists of 129 questions and answers.<br/>\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1563 |
https://librivox.org/the-heidelberg-catechism-by-ursinus-and-olevianus/ |
p the heidelberg catechism protestant confessional document taking form series questions answers use teaching reformed christian doctrine translated many languages regarded one influential reformed catechisms br br heidelberg catechism one three reformed confessions form doctrinal basis original reformed church netherlands recognized also dutch reformed churches originated church since 19th century br br catechism divided fifty two sections called lord s days designed taught 52 sundays year current form heidelberg catechism consists 129 questions answers br summary wikipedia p |
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2963 |
3349 |
Treatise Of Human Nature, Volume 2 |
David Hume |
Early Modern |
This book, published in two volumes called "books" by the author, is a treatment of everything from the origin of our ideas to how they are to be divided. It includes important statements of Scepticism and Hume's experimental method. Part 1 deals with the nature of ideas. Part 2 deals with the ideas of space and time. Part 3 deals with knowledge and probability. Part 4 deals with skeptical and other systems of philosophy, including a discussion of the soul and personal identity. (Summary by Wikipedia)<BR><BR>\nThis volume contains Books 2 and 3. Volume 1 (or Book 1) is <a href="http://librivox.org/treatise-of-human-nature-vol-1-by-david-hume/">also available as a Librivox audiobook</a>. <BR><BR>\nAdditional proof-listening was done by linty_pupik.</p> |
English |
1739 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-of-human-nature-volume-2-by-david-hume/ |
book published two volumes called books author treatment everything origin ideas divided includes important statements scepticism hume s experimental method part 1 deals nature ideas part 2 deals ideas space time part 3 deals knowledge probability part 4 deals skeptical systems philosophy including discussion soul personal identity summary wikipedia br br volume contains books 2 3 volume 1 or book 1 a href http librivox org treatise of human nature vol 1 by david hume also available librivox audiobook a br br additional proof listening done linty_pupik p |
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2964 |
3350 |
37 American Poems |
Various |
Poetry |
Here are 37 distinctively American poems, covering the mid-17th - early 20th Centuries, from Anne Bradstreet to Dorothy Parker's sole PD work. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/37-american-poems-by-various/ |
37 distinctively american poems covering mid 17th early 20th centuries anne bradstreet dorothy parker s sole pd work summary bellonatimes p |
| 2989 |
2965 |
3351 |
Zoon van Dik Trom |
Cornelis Johannes Kieviet |
General |
<P>Dit is het tweede van zes boeken over Dik Trom, of eigenlijk in dit boek de zoon van Dik Trom, die in sommige gevallen het tegenovergestelde van zijn vader is, maar in de meeste gevallen precies hetzelfde.<BR>This is the second of six books about Dik Trom, or in this book Dik Trom’s son, who is in a few ways the opposite of his father, but in most ways exactly the same.</P> |
Dutch |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/de-zoon-van-dik-trom-door-cornelis-johannes-kieviet/ |
p dit het tweede van zes boeken dik trom eigenlijk dit boek de zoon van dik trom die sommige gevallen het tegenovergestelde van zijn vader is maar de meeste gevallen precies hetzelfde br this second six books dik trom book dik trom s son ways opposite father ways exactly same p |
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2966 |
3352 |
Völsungasaga |
Eiríkr Magnússon |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>The 13th century Icelandic Völsungasaga is usually read by people studying the Poetic Edda or Wagner's Ring - which obscures the fact it is a much better story than practically everything derived from it. A riddle-telling dragon, a broken sword, a hooded mysterious wanderer - cannibalism, incest, mutilation, and sensitive hearts. This is R-rated Tolkien - and the unashamedly archaic Magnússon-Morris translation is up for the adventure.\n<br></br>Passages spoken in Old Norse are taken from the edition of Sophus Bugge, Berlin, 1891.\n(Summary by Corpang)</p>\n\n\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/volsungasaga-by-magnusson-and-morris/ |
p the 13th century icelandic völsungasaga usually read people studying poetic edda wagner s ring obscures fact much better story practically everything derived it riddle telling dragon broken sword hooded mysterious wanderer cannibalism incest mutilation sensitive hearts r rated tolkien unashamedly archaic magnússon morris translation adventure br br passages spoken old norse taken edition sophus bugge berlin 1891 summary corpang p |
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2967 |
3353 |
Taming of the Shrew |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
The Taming of the Shrew is one of Shakespeare's earliest comedies, and was inspired by classical Roman comedy and the Italian commedia dell'arte. Baptista Minola, a rich gentleman of Padua, has two daughters: Katherina, renowned for her sharp tongue, and Bianca, who is sought after by multiple suitors. Baptista decides that Bianca cannot marry until her elder sister finds a husband. Enter Petruchio, who has come to "wive it wealthily in Padua," and who is convinced by Bianca's suitors to woo Katherina. The play ultimately poses the question of who is the bigger shrew: Kate or Petruchio. The subplot involves the subterfuge employed by Lucentio to woo the lovely Bianca. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3433">Bob Sherman</a><br>Christopher Sly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Hostess, Widow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3588">Neeru Iyer</a><br>Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Players, Tranio, Nicholas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>First Huntsman, Peter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3370">Glenn Simonsen</a><br>Servant, Haberdasher, Nathaniel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Baptista Minola: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Vincentio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Lucentio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Petruchio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>Gremio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5385">Rat King</a><br>Hortensio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>Biondello: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1782">Matthew Ward</a><br>Grumio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Curtis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a><br>Pedant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3893">Tom Hackett</a><br>Katherina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/28">Kristin Hughes</a><br>Bianca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Tailor, Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4396">Michael Wolf</a><br>Second Huntsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4462">Katalina Watt</a><br>First Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels</a><br>Third Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3389">von</a><br>Joseph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2422">redaer</a><br>Philip: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett and Arielle Lipshaw<br> |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/the-taming-of-the-shrew-by-william-shakespeare/ |
taming shrew one shakespeare s earliest comedies inspired classical roman comedy italian commedia dell arte baptista minola rich gentleman padua two daughters katherina renowned sharp tongue bianca sought multiple suitors baptista decides bianca cannot marry elder sister finds husband enter petruchio come wive wealthily padua convinced bianca s suitors woo katherina play ultimately poses question bigger shrew kate petruchio subplot involves subterfuge employed lucentio woo lovely bianca summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br p lord a href http librivox org reader 3433 bob sherman a br christopher sly a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br hostess widow a href http librivox org reader 3588 neeru iyer a br page a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br players tranio nicholas a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br first huntsman peter a href http librivox org reader 3370 glenn simonsen a br servant haberdasher nathaniel a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br baptista minola a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br vincentio a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br lucentio a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br petruchio a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br gremio a href http librivox org reader 5385 rat king a br hortensio a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br biondello a href http librivox org reader 1782 matthew ward a br grumio a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br curtis a href http librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br pedant a href http librivox org reader 3893 tom hackett a br katherina a href http librivox org reader 28 kristin hughes a br bianca a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br tailor second servant a href http librivox org reader 4396 michael wolf a br second huntsman a href http librivox org reader 4462 katalina watt a br first servant a href http librivox org reader 4063 abigail bartels a br third servant a href http librivox org reader 3389 von a br joseph a href http librivox org reader 2422 redaer a br philip a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw br |
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2968 |
3355 |
Female Quixote Vol. 1 |
Charlotte Lennox |
Romance, Published before 1800 |
<p>The novel formally inverts Don Quixote: as the don mistakes himself for the knightly hero of a Romance, so Arabella mistakes herself for the maiden love of a Romance. While the don thinks it his duty to praise the Platonically pure damsels he meets (such as the woman he loves), so Arabella believes it is in her power to kill with a look and it is the duty of her lovers to suffer ordeals on her behalf. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/the-female-quixote-volume-1-by-charlotte-lennox/ |
p the novel formally inverts quixote mistakes knightly hero romance arabella mistakes maiden love romance thinks duty praise platonically pure damsels meets such woman loves arabella believes power kill look duty lovers suffer ordeals behalf summary wikipedia p |
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2970 |
3358 |
Final Report of the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing |
President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
In light of recent events that have exposed rifts in the relationships between local police and the communities they protect and serve, on December 18, 2014, President Barack Obama signed an executive order establishing the Task Force on 21st Century Policing. The President charged the task force with identifying best practices and offering recommendations on how policing practices can promote effective crime reduction while building public trust.<br/><br/>The task force recommendations, each with action items, are organized around six main topic areas or “pillars:” Building Trust and Legitimacy, Policy and Oversight, Technology and Social Media, Community Policing and Crime Reduction, Officer Training and Education, and Officer Safety and Wellness. (From the Executive Summary) |
English |
2015 |
https://librivox.org/final-report-of-the-presidents-task-force-on-21st-century-policing/ |
light recent events exposed rifts relationships local police communities protect serve december 18 2014 president barack obama signed executive order establishing task force 21st century policing president charged task force identifying best practices offering recommendations policing practices promote effective crime reduction building public trust br br the task force recommendations action items organized around six main topic areas pillars building trust legitimacy policy oversight technology social media community policing crime reduction officer training education officer safety wellness from executive summary |
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2971 |
3359 |
Emma (version 3) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Jane Austen famously described Emma Woodhouse, the title character of her 1815 novel, as "a heroine whom no-one but myself will much like." Yet generations of readers have loved Emma, as much for her blunders as for her wit and vivacity. Emma, "handsome, clever, and rich," has nothing else to do but try to pair off her friends, and she consistently mis-reads the relationships and situations around her as much as she mis-reads her own heart. The novel features a wonderful cast of characters, including Emma's hypochondriac father, the odiously prideful Mrs. Elton, the mysterious and reserved Jane Fairfax, and Miss Bates, who never stops talking. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett).</p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/emma-version-3-by-jane-austen/ |
jane austen famously described emma woodhouse title character 1815 novel a heroine no one much like yet generations readers loved emma much blunders wit vivacity emma handsome clever rich nothing else try pair friends consistently mis reads relationships situations around much mis reads heart novel features wonderful cast characters including emma s hypochondriac father odiously prideful mrs elton mysterious reserved jane fairfax miss bates never stops talking summary elizabeth klett p |
| 2995 |
2972 |
3360 |
Baby's Songbook |
Walter Crane |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Music |
This is a collection of 14 songs chosen from Walter Crane's "The Baby's Opera" and "The Baby's Bouquet" containing classic nursery rhymes from England, France, and Germany. The songs are sung by LibriVox's very own Carol Stripling.<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-babys-songbook-by-walter-crane/ |
collection 14 songs chosen walter crane s the baby s opera the baby s bouquet containing classic nursery rhymes england france germany songs sung librivox s carol stripling p |
| 2996 |
2973 |
3361 |
Tale of Benny Badger |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
"Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar." (Summary – Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-benny-badger-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers made habit never write down children frequently used words beyond average juvenile vocabulary believing youngsters respond stimulus unfamiliar summary wikipedia p |
| 2997 |
2974 |
3362 |
When First I Came Here |
Edward Thomas |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <em>When First I Came Here</em> by Edward Thomas. This was the weekly poetry project for July 19th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/when-first-i-came-here-by-edward-thomas/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings em when first came here em edward thomas weekly poetry project july 19th 2009 br br |
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2975 |
3363 |
Famous Affinities of History: The Romance of Devotion |
Lyndon Orr |
Romance, *Non-fiction, History |
"Famous Affinities of History" is a book of passion-filled accounts of the most famous love affairs of history. The stories of Cleopatra, Victor Hugo, Honore de Balzac, Jonathan Swift, Charles Dickens, Karl Marx, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Byron, George Sand and other famous people of all times (even those of royal blood are not spared), are dealt with in Lyndon Orr's own interesting and suspenseful style. Written in four volumes, this book makes for an informative, interesting and thoroughly enjoyable read, giving us an insight into the lives and lifestyles of various popular figures of history. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/famous-affinities-of-history-by-lyndon-orr/ |
famous affinities history book passion filled accounts famous love affairs history stories cleopatra victor hugo honore de balzac jonathan swift charles dickens karl marx percy bysshe shelley byron george sand famous people times even royal blood spared dealt lyndon orr s interesting suspenseful style written four volumes book makes informative interesting thoroughly enjoyable read giving us insight lives lifestyles various popular figures history summary neeru iyer p |
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2976 |
3364 |
Kleinere Schriften |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<br />1. Vorrede zu der Geschichte des Maltheserordens nach Vertot von M. N. bearbeitet. (1792)<br />\n2. Herzog von Alba bei einem Frühstück auf dem Schlosse zu Rudolstadt, im Jahr 1547. (1788)<br />\n3. Der Spaziergang unter den Linden (1782)<br />\n4. Vorrede zu dem ersten Theile der merkwürdigsten Rechtsfälle nach Pitaval. (1792)<br />\n5. Eine großmütige Handlung aus der neuesten Geschichte (1782)<br />\n6. Ueber Egmont, Trauerspiel von Goethe (1788)<br />\n7. Spiel des Schicksals (1789) <br /><br /> |
German |
1792 |
https://librivox.org/kleinere-schriften-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
br 1 vorrede zu der geschichte des maltheserordens nach vertot von m n bearbeitet 1792 br 2 herzog von alba bei einem frühstück auf dem schlosse zu rudolstadt im jahr 1547 1788 br 3 der spaziergang unter den linden 1782 br 4 vorrede zu dem ersten theile der merkwürdigsten rechtsfälle nach pitaval 1792 br 5 eine großmütige handlung aus der neuesten geschichte 1782 br 6 ueber egmont trauerspiel von goethe 1788 br 7 spiel des schicksals 1789 br br |
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3280 |
3685 |
American Women's Literature, 1847 to 1922 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
This is a collection of 20 short stories and long-form poetry by American women writers. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/american-womens-literature-1847-to-1922-by-various/ |
collection 20 short stories long form poetry american women writers summary bellonatimes p |
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2978 |
3366 |
בעמק הבכא The Wishing-Ring |
מנדלה מוכר ספרים Mendele Mocher Sforim |
General Fiction |
<p>Mendele Mocher Sforim (Mendele Book seller, literary name for Shalom Jacob Abramovitsch) (1835 - 1917, b. Kapulye, Belorussia), one of the first modern Jewish writers, wrote in both Hebrew and Yiddish throughout his career. In his work he described with sharp satirical criticism the traditional life in small Jewish towns, as well as tendencies for assimilation of learned Jews at the time. He was regarded as the "grandfather of Yiddish literature" but the Hebraic-Zionist atmosphere in Odessa influenced him, and in 1886 he turned to writing Hebrew fiction. Being a Jew has never been easy, certainly not in the 19th century Eastern Europe. Mendele Mocher Sforim wrote with love, and bitterness, about the harsh conditions of Jewish life at the time. The book tells the story of Hershele who leaves the harsh conditions in Russia for Germany, there to become an educated man of the world, but at the same time remaining a committed Jew. The book was first written in Yiddish (Dos Vintshfingerl) and later translated by the author into Hebrew (Emek Ha-Bakha, the vale of tears). (Summary by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-wishing-ring-by-mendele-mokher-sfarim/ |
p mendele mocher sforim mendele book seller literary name shalom jacob abramovitsch 1835 1917 b kapulye belorussia one first modern jewish writers wrote hebrew yiddish throughout career work described sharp satirical criticism traditional life small jewish towns well tendencies assimilation learned jews time regarded grandfather yiddish literature hebraic zionist atmosphere odessa influenced him 1886 turned writing hebrew fiction jew never easy certainly 19th century eastern europe mendele mocher sforim wrote love bitterness harsh conditions jewish life time book tells story hershele leaves harsh conditions russia germany become educated man world time remaining committed jew book first written yiddish dos vintshfingerl later translated author hebrew emek ha bakha vale tears summary omri lernau p |
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2979 |
3368 |
Bruges-la-Morte |
Georges Rodenbach |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Voilà cinq ans que Hugues Viane est veuf. Voilà cinq ans qu'il est venu s'installer à Bruges, cette ville qui lui renvoie son image : triste et grise. </p></p>Au cours d'une de ses promenades nocturnes, il croise <em>sa</em> morte ou, tout au moins, une femme qui lui ressemble. <br/>Mais alors qu'il la suit, elle disparait à un carrefour. <br/>La retrouvera-t-il ? Est-elle vraiment telle que celle qu'il a perdue autrefois et qu'il pleure encore ? <br/>Bruges demeurera-t-elle cette ville morte? </p><p>(par Ezwa)</p> <p><em>Bruges-la-Morte</em> is a short novel by the Belgian author Georges Rodenbach, first published in 1892. The title is difficult to translate but might be rendered as <em>The Dead City of Bruges</em>. It tells the story of Hugues Viane, a widower overcome with grief, who takes refuge in Bruges, where he becomes obsessed with a dancer he sees at the opera <em>Robert le diable</em> who is the exact likeness of his dead wife. The book is notable for its poetic evocation of the decaying city and for its innovative form. In 1920, the composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold used the novel as the basis for his opera <em>Die Tote Stadt</em>. </p><p>Rodenbach interspersed his text with dozens of black-and-white photographs of Bruges. As such, the novel influenced many later writers, including W.G. Sebald. The plot of the book may also have influenced the French crime novel <em>D'entre les morts</em> (The Living and the Dead) by Boileau-Narcejac which was filmed by Alfred Hitchcock as <em>Vertigo</em> in 1958. </p><p>(from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/bruges-la-morte-by-georges-rodenbach-0908/ |
p voilà cinq ans que hugues viane est veuf voilà cinq ans qu il est venu s installer à bruges cette ville qui lui renvoie son image triste et grise p p au cours d une de ses promenades nocturnes il croise em sa em morte ou tout au moins une femme qui lui ressemble br mais alors qu il la suit elle disparait à un carrefour br la retrouvera t il est elle vraiment telle que celle qu il perdue autrefois et qu il pleure encore br bruges demeurera t elle cette ville morte p p par ezwa p p em bruges la morte em short novel belgian author georges rodenbach first published 1892 title difficult translate might rendered em the dead city bruges em tells story hugues viane widower overcome grief takes refuge bruges becomes obsessed dancer sees opera em robert le diable em exact likeness dead wife book notable poetic evocation decaying city innovative form 1920 composer erich wolfgang korngold used novel basis opera em die tote stadt em p p rodenbach interspersed text dozens black and white photographs bruges such novel influenced many later writers including w g sebald plot book may also influenced french crime novel em d entre les morts em the living dead boileau narcejac filmed alfred hitchcock em vertigo em 1958 p p from wikipedia p |
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2980 |
3369 |
Magnificent Ambersons (Growth Trilogy Vol 2) |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction |
<p>In a world where a gentleman’s life is defined more “by being, rather than by doing,” a family’s reputation can be compromised if it is not guarded carefully, and the sole heir of the Amberson family is proving himself to be a difficult person. Expected by the family to carry on its proud traditions, George Amberson Minafer is trusted implicitly. But though rich relatives provide the elegant suits, the handsome young man who wears them is filled with little but appearances. And this happens in spite of, or perhaps, because of, his mother’s selfless love that places him above her own happiness.</p>\n\nAs George’s uncle perceptively remarks, “life and money both behave like loose quicksilver in a nest of cracks.” With the new automobile industry transforming fortunes and coal heat transforming city air into sooty clouds, anything that stands still is apt to be run over, or at least begrimed.\n\nWhat is magnificent about the Ambersons is their faithful reliance on old money and old ways in a world changing rapidly around them. Or perhaps it is the magnificence of the train-wreck created when George’s relatives, with the best intentions, shield him from the new realities and defer to all his wishes.\n\nBooth Tarkington’s most popular novel, “The Magnificent Ambersons”, will continue to draw readers for its well-crafted portraits of what existed for just a short while – the MidWestern aristocracy.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-magnificent-ambersons-by-booth-tarkington/ |
p in world gentleman s life defined by being rather doing family s reputation compromised guarded carefully sole heir amberson family proving difficult person expected family carry proud traditions george amberson minafer trusted implicitly though rich relatives provide elegant suits handsome young man wears filled little appearances happens spite of perhaps of mother s selfless love places happiness p george s uncle perceptively remarks life money behave like loose quicksilver nest cracks new automobile industry transforming fortunes coal heat transforming city air sooty clouds anything stands still apt run over least begrimed magnificent ambersons faithful reliance old money old ways world changing rapidly around them perhaps magnificence train wreck created george s relatives best intentions shield new realities defer wishes booth tarkington s popular novel the magnificent ambersons continue draw readers well crafted portraits existed short midwestern aristocracy p |
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2981 |
3370 |
Apology of Socrates (Ancient Greek) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Biography & Autobiography, Ancient |
<p>The Apology is Plato's version of the speech delivered by Socrates before the Athenian people in his defence agaist charges of impiety and of misleading others, which ended in his condemnation and death in 399 BC. It is the earliest and most eloquent expression of what has been termed 'philosophical faith', as that love and search for truth which gives meaning to life and trust in the face of death. (Summary by zaaf)<br/><br/>\n\nΟ Πλάτωνας ήταν σπουδαίος Έλληνας φιλόσοφος και συγγραφέας (427 π.Χ. - 347 π.Χ.), ο γνωστότερος μαθητής του Σωκράτη. Ο Πλάτων έγραψε την Απολογία του Σωκράτους, που θεωρείται ως μια σχετικά ακριβής καταγραφή της απολογίας του Σωκράτη στη δίκη που τον καταδίκασε σε θάνατο. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
399 |
https://librivox.org/apology-of-socrates-by-plato/ |
p the apology plato s version speech delivered socrates athenian people defence agaist charges impiety misleading others ended condemnation death 399 bc earliest eloquent expression termed philosophical faith love search truth gives meaning life trust face death summary zaaf br br ο πλάτωνας ήταν σπουδαίος έλληνας φιλόσοφος και συγγραφέας 427 π χ 347 π χ ο γνωστότερος μαθητής του σωκράτη ο πλάτων έγραψε την απολογία του σωκράτους που θεωρείται ως μια σχετικά ακριβής καταγραφή της απολογίας του σωκράτη στη δίκη που τον καταδίκασε σε θάνατο summary wikipedia p |
| 3005 |
2982 |
3371 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 023 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-23/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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2983 |
3372 |
Märchen |
Caroline Auguste Fischer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Caroline Auguste Fischer geb. Venturini war eine deutsche Schriftstellerin und Frauenrechtlerin. Sie schreibt mit viel Witz und Ironie. In ihren Märchen karikiert sie die Marotten ihren Mitmenschen und nimmt die Affektiertheit des Hoflebens aufs Korn.\n(Summary by Wikipedia und Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-by-caroline-auguste-fischer/ |
p caroline auguste fischer geb venturini war eine deutsche schriftstellerin und frauenrechtlerin sie schreibt mit viel witz und ironie ihren märchen karikiert sie die marotten ihren mitmenschen und nimmt die affektiertheit des hoflebens aufs korn summary wikipedia und hokuspokus p |
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2984 |
3373 |
Narrative of the Life of Mrs. Mary Jemison |
James E. Seaver |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>Mrs. Mary Jemison was taken by the Indians, in the year 1755, when only about twelve years of age, and has continued to reside amongst them to the present time. Containing an account of the murder of her father and his family; her sufferings; her marriage to two Indians; her troubles with her children; barbarities of the Indians in the French and Revolutionary Wars; the life of her last husband, and many historical facts never before published. (Summary by James Seaver)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-the-life-of-mrs-mary-jemison-by-james-e-seaver/ |
p mrs mary jemison taken indians year 1755 twelve years age continued reside amongst present time containing account murder father family sufferings marriage two indians troubles children barbarities indians french revolutionary wars life last husband many historical facts never published summary james seaver p |
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2985 |
3374 |
Royal Book of Oz (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Dramatic Readings, Action & Adventure |
<p> When the professor decides to outline the ancestry of the eminent people of Oz, Scarecrow feels left out. He doesn't have a family tree - unless you count the bean pole on which he had been placed when the farmer put him in the cornfield! So he decides to seek out his roots . . . which leads him, Dorothy, and the Cowardly Lion on adventures they never dreamed, meeting new friends (and foes) along the way. (Introduction by TriciaG) </p>\n<b>Cast list:</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nScarecrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nDorothy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br>\nCowardly Lion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>\nSir Hokus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8488">Peter Parshall</a><br>\nDrummer/Happy Toko, Big Fix : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8682">Todd Jenken</a><br>\nDromedary, Fix King : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6167">Janet</a><br>\nChief Poker, General, Fix 1, Comfortable Camel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">P. J. Morgan</a><br>\nProfessor Wogglebug, Old Gentleman/The Grand Chew Chew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nZif, Rattlesnake, Middling Son, Blink, Big Bush, Randum, Grandson/Grandsons, Wizard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nJack, A-B-Sea Serpent, Muddle, Others/Courtiers/People, Sticken, Prince 2, Wizard of Oz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nTik-Tok, Middling Father, Poke Man, Silver Man, Giant, Bed: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9007">sunny1849</a><br>\nFarmer, Pokes, Sticken: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8436">Annika Vera</a><br>\nTin Woodman, Middling King, Prince 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8442">Sophia Noelle</a><br>\nScraps, Others/Courtiers/People: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nGlinda, Betsy Bobbin, Little Bush, Others/Courtiers/People: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>\nOzma, Winkie Lady, Lantern 1, Memo, Grandsons, Princess Orange Blossom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nJellia Jamb, Pokes, Lantern 2, Grandsons, Others/Courtiers/People, Prince 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMiddling Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\n<br>\nEditors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9300">Gillian Schnurr</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a>.<br><br> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-royal-book-of-oz-dr-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
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2986 |
3375 |
Gesetzgebung des Lykurgus und Solon |
Friedrich Schiller |
History |
Der Charakter eines ganzen Volks ist der treueste Abdruck seiner Gesetze und also auch der sicherste Richter ihres Werths oder Unwerths.\n(aus dem Text) </p> |
German |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/die-gesetzgebung-des-lykurgus-und-solon-von-friedrich-schiller/ |
der charakter eines ganzen volks ist der treueste abdruck seiner gesetze und also auch der sicherste richter ihres werths oder unwerths aus dem text p |
| 3010 |
2987 |
3376 |
Verbrecher aus verlorener Ehre |
Friedrich Schiller |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Der Verbrecher aus verlorener Ehre – eine wahre Geschichte ist ein Kriminalbericht Friedrich Schillers, der 1786 zunächst unter dem Titel „Verbrechen aus Infamie“ veröffentlicht wurde.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/der-verbrecher-aus-verlorener-ehre-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p der verbrecher aus verlorener ehre eine wahre geschichte ist ein kriminalbericht friedrich schillers der 1786 zunächst unter dem titel verbrechen aus infamie veröffentlicht wurde zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 3011 |
2988 |
3377 |
Florida Sketch-Book |
Bradford Torrey |
Nature |
This is a series of late-19th Century essays about Florida's flora & fauna written by a Massachusetts-based naturalist. (Summary by BellonaTimes)\n<BR><BR>Note: page 142 was read from Google Books as it was missing from the Gutenberg version. </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-florida-sketch-book-by-bradford-torrey/ |
series late 19th century essays florida s flora fauna written massachusetts based naturalist summary bellonatimes br br note page 142 read google books missing gutenberg version p |
| 3012 |
2989 |
3378 |
At the Time Appointed |
Anna Maynard Barbour |
Detective Fiction |
<p>"Those who remember that excellent detective story, <i>That Mainwaring Affair</i> will expect to find plenty of mystery and exciting incidents in A. Maynard Barbour's latest novel, called <i>At the Time Appointed</i>, and they will realize their expectations.The author has a certain way of forecasting events and making people utter prophetic words, all bound to find their fulfillment somewhere before the last chapter is ended, that is eminently characteristic of one who delights in the knitting and raveling of the intricate plots which are a prime necessity in a detective story. The title itself cleverly suggests a long series of events slowly converging toward some mysteriously critical moment in which all their crookedness is revealed and made straight for the delectation of at least two people; and the is exactly the kind of a title for this story of long-delayed justice and patient hoping. The main object in a story of this kind is to make the events hang together and the narration of them entertaining. Both these requisites are attained. People will be sure to read this story at one sitting, even if that involves hearing the clock strike several times after midnight and that is one test of at least one kind of excellence in a novel." (excerpts from the NY Times review of <i>At the Time Appointed</i> published July 18, 1903)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-time-appointed-by-anna-maynard-barbour/ |
p those remember excellent detective story i that mainwaring affair i expect find plenty mystery exciting incidents a maynard barbour s latest novel called i at time appointed i realize expectations the author certain way forecasting events making people utter prophetic words bound find fulfillment somewhere last chapter ended eminently characteristic one delights knitting raveling intricate plots prime necessity detective story title cleverly suggests long series events slowly converging toward mysteriously critical moment crookedness revealed made straight delectation least two people exactly kind title story long delayed justice patient hoping main object story kind make events hang together narration entertaining requisites attained people sure read story one sitting even involves hearing clock strike several times midnight one test least one kind excellence novel excerpts ny times review i at time appointed i published july 18 1903 p |
| 3013 |
2990 |
3379 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 039 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 039: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-039-by-various/ |
p librivox s short story collection 039 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 3014 |
2991 |
3380 |
Surprising Adventures of the Magical Monarch of Mo and His People |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>The Magical Monarch of Mo is a set of stories about the titular king, his queen, and his royal children. The stories are uproariously funny, dealing with topics as absurd as a man losing his temper who then tries to find it, an evil midget who steals a princess's big toe, and an entire city filled with highly civilized monkeys! Join the Monarch and all his friends for a rollicking adventure, filled with fun for the whole family!(Summary by Miriam Esther Goldman)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-surprising-adventures-of-the-magical-monarch-of-mo-and-his-people-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p the magical monarch mo set stories titular king queen royal children stories uproariously funny dealing topics absurd man losing temper tries find it evil midget steals princess s big toe entire city filled highly civilized monkeys join monarch friends rollicking adventure filled fun whole family summary miriam esther goldman p |
| 3015 |
2992 |
3381 |
Summer Evening |
John Clare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of <em>Summer Evening</em> by John Clare. This was the weekly poetry project for July 26th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/summer-evening-by-john-clare/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings em summer evening em john clare weekly poetry project july 26th 2009 br br |
| 3016 |
3289 |
3694 |
We Have Been Friends Together |
Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of We Have Been Friends Together by Caroline Norton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 1st, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/we-have-been-friends-together-by-caroline-norton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings friends together caroline norton fortnightly poetry project november 1st 2009 p |
| 3017 |
2995 |
3384 |
Art of Controversy (or: The Art of Being Right) |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
<em>The Art of Controversy</em> (or <em>The Art of Being Right</em>) (<em>Die Kunst, Recht zu Behalten</em>) is a short treatise written in 1831 by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in which he presents thirty-eight methods of gaining an unfair advantage in a debate and thereby being right even if you are wrong. Schopenhauer champions the virtue of dialectical argument, in his view wrongly neglected by philosophers in favour of logic, and goes on to discuss the distinction between our conscious intellectual powers and our will. The text is a favourite of debaters including the philosophers AC Grayling and Mary Warnock, and the Mayor of London Boris Johnson. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-controversy-or-the-art-of-being-right-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
em the art controversy em or em the art right em em die kunst recht zu behalten em short treatise written 1831 german philosopher arthur schopenhauer presents thirty eight methods gaining unfair advantage debate thereby right even wrong schopenhauer champions virtue dialectical argument view wrongly neglected philosophers favour logic goes discuss distinction conscious intellectual powers will text favourite debaters including philosophers ac grayling mary warnock mayor london boris johnson summary carl manchester p |
| 3018 |
2996 |
3385 |
Voyage to the South Sea |
William Bligh |
True Crime, Memoirs, Exploration |
<p>A Voyage to the South Sea, undertaken by command of His Majesty, for the purpose of conveying the Bread-fruit tree to the West Indies, in His Majesty’s ship The Bounty, commanded by Lieutenant William Bligh. Including an account of the Mutiny on board the said ship, and the subsequent voyage of part of the crew, in the ship’s boat, from Tofoa, one of the Friendly Islands, to Timor, a Dutch settlement in the East Indies. (Summary is the full title)</p> |
English |
1792 |
https://librivox.org/a-voyage-to-the-south-sea-by-william-bligh/ |
p a voyage south sea undertaken command majesty purpose conveying bread fruit tree west indies majesty s ship bounty commanded lieutenant william bligh including account mutiny board said ship subsequent voyage part crew ship s boat tofoa one friendly islands timor dutch settlement east indies summary full title p |
| 3019 |
2997 |
3386 |
Tea-table Talk |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<br />As the New York Times said in 1903, this lesser-known work by Jerome K. Jerome does not display "the wit of Congreve or even the glittering sort Mr. Jerome employs in some of his other books."\n<br /><br />It takes the form of imaginary conversations between the writer and a number of un-named characters at the afternoon tea table. The Woman of the World, the Old Maid, the Girton Girl, the Philosopher and the Minor Poet wax lyrical on subjects like marriage, art, society and politics. Frequently they appear to prefer the sound of their own voice to that of others.\n\n<br /><br />Although I couldn't agree with the NY Times that it is the Baedeker guide to conversation, it is certainly an eye-opening glimpse into this now almost extinct art. The participants are already bemoaning the lack of invigorating conversation in society: "Conversation has become a chorus; or, as a writer wittily expressed it, the pursuit of the obvious to no conclusion." (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/tea-table-talk-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
br as new york times said 1903 lesser known work jerome k jerome display the wit congreve even glittering sort mr jerome employs books br br it takes form imaginary conversations writer number un named characters afternoon tea table woman world old maid girton girl philosopher minor poet wax lyrical subjects like marriage art society politics frequently appear prefer sound voice others br br although agree ny times baedeker guide conversation certainly eye opening glimpse almost extinct art participants already bemoaning lack invigorating conversation society conversation become chorus or writer wittily expressed it pursuit obvious conclusion summary ruth golding br br |
| 3020 |
2998 |
3387 |
Valley of the Giants |
Peter B. Kyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The man was John Cardigan; in that lonely, hostile land he was the first pioneer. This is the tale of Cardigan and Cardigan's son, for in his chosen land the pioneer leader in the gigantic task of hewing a path for civilization was to know the bliss of woman's love and of parenthood, and the sorrow that comes of the loss of a perfect mate; he was to know the tremendous joy of accomplishment and worldly\nsuccess after infinite labour; and in the sunset of life he was to know the dull despair of failure and ruin. Because of these things there is a tale to be told, the tale of Cardigan's son, who, when his sire fell in the fray, took up the fight to save his heritage--a tale of life with its love and hate, its battle, victory, defeat, labour, joy, and sorrow, a tale of that unconquerable spirit of youth which spurred Bryce Cardigan to lead a forlorn hope for the sake not of wealth but of an ideal. (Summary from the text)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-the-giants-by-peter-b-kyne/ |
p the man john cardigan lonely hostile land first pioneer tale cardigan cardigan s son chosen land pioneer leader gigantic task hewing path civilization know bliss woman s love parenthood sorrow comes loss perfect mate know tremendous joy accomplishment worldly success infinite labour sunset life know dull despair failure ruin things tale told tale cardigan s son who sire fell fray took fight save heritage a tale life love hate battle victory defeat labour joy sorrow tale unconquerable spirit youth spurred bryce cardigan lead forlorn hope sake wealth ideal summary text p |
| 3021 |
2999 |
3388 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 024 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-24/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3022 |
3000 |
3389 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 002 |
Various |
Short works |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 002: a collection of 10 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-002-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 002 collection 10 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 3023 |
3001 |
3390 |
Nature |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Philosophy |
Nature is a short essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson published anonymously in 1836. It is in this essay that the foundation of transcendentalism is put forth, a belief system that espouses a non-traditional appreciation of nature. Recent advances in zoology, botany, and geology confirmed Emerson's intuitions about the intricate relationships of Nature at large. The publication of Nature is usually taken to be the watershed moment at which transcendentalism became a major cultural movement. </p>\nHenry David Thoreau had read "Nature" as a senior at Harvard College and took it to heart. It eventually became an essential influence for Thoreau's later writings, including his seminal Walden. (Summary excerpted from Wikipedia by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/nature-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
nature short essay ralph waldo emerson published anonymously 1836 essay foundation transcendentalism put forth belief system espouses non traditional appreciation nature recent advances zoology botany geology confirmed emerson s intuitions intricate relationships nature large publication nature usually taken watershed moment transcendentalism became major cultural movement p henry david thoreau read nature senior harvard college took heart eventually became essential influence thoreau s later writings including seminal walden summary excerpted wikipedia neeru iyer p |
| 3024 |
3002 |
3391 |
Woman Who Did |
Grant Allen |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />Most times, especially in the time when this book was written (1895), it is just as nature and society would wish: a man and woman "fall in love" and get married. But it is not so for Herminia Barton and Alan Merrick. They do indeed fall in love, but Herminia has a deeply held belief in freedom for women, and she holds immutable views against what she perceives as the slavery of marriage.\n\n<br /><br />Alan unwillingly agrees to her strong wish to remain unmarried and to live together as "close and dear friends". When the birth of their child is imminent, they go to his beloved Italy to avoid the condemnation of English society.<br /><br />\n\nFrom this point on, many questions are raised: is marriage indeed so important? Is strong will always good? Is it right to go against society? And if it is, when should we stop and consider the effects on other people? What should a child do when she is raised to be what her mother dreams and develops her own dreams in the process? And, finally, how much should parents sacrifice for their children? (Summary by Stav Nisser and Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-woman-who-did-by-grant-allen/ |
br most times especially time book written 1895 nature society would wish man woman fall love get married herminia barton alan merrick indeed fall love herminia deeply held belief freedom women holds immutable views perceives slavery marriage br br alan unwillingly agrees strong wish remain unmarried live together close dear friends birth child imminent go beloved italy avoid condemnation english society br br point on many questions raised marriage indeed important strong always good right go society is stop consider effects people child raised mother dreams develops dreams process and finally much parents sacrifice children summary stav nisser ruth golding br br |
| 3025 |
3003 |
3392 |
Red Planet |
William John Locke |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Set during WWI in England, The Red Planet is a rich tale about the life in a little English town from the point of view of Major Duncan Meredyth, a disabled veteran of the Boer Wars. As he struggles to keep his life and the lives of those he cares for in harmony, he must also shelter a dark secret regarding one of the village's favorite sons. <br /><br />The Red Planet was the third bestselling novel in the United States for 1917. \n\n(Summary by Miss Stav)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-planet-by-william-john-locke/ |
p set wwi england red planet rich tale life little english town point view major duncan meredyth disabled veteran boer wars struggles keep life lives cares harmony must also shelter dark secret regarding one village s favorite sons br br the red planet third bestselling novel united states 1917 summary miss stav p |
| 3026 |
3004 |
3393 |
Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection 002 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain fairy tales. This is a collection of 14 fairy tales in 6 languages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-fairy-tale-collection-002-by-various/ |
p in librivox s multilingual fairy tale collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain fairy tales collection 14 fairy tales 6 languages recorded variety librivox members p |
| 3027 |
3005 |
3394 |
Bible (WNT) NT 05: Acts |
Weymouth New Testament |
Bibles, Weymouth New Testament |
<p>Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited "The Resultant Greek Text", after which he based his "New Testament in Modern Speech", which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading. \n(Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/acts-from-weymouth-new-testament/ |
p richard francis weymouth born october 26 1822 near plymouth dock known devonport near plymouth devonshire england dr weymouth bible scholar philologist a student origins language well layman english baptist denomination edited the resultant greek text based new testament modern speech published posthumously 1903 passed away december 27 1902 essex work known simpler language use private reading summary mark penfold p |
| 3028 |
3006 |
3395 |
On Something |
Hilaire Belloc |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“Now that story is a symbol, and tells the truth. We see some one thing in this world, and suddenly it becomes particular and sacramental; a woman and a child, a man at evening, a troop of soldiers; we hear notes of music, we smell the smell that went with a passed time, or we discover after the long night a shaft of light upon the tops of the hills at morning: there is a resurrection, and we are refreshed and renewed.”<br/>\n- Hilaire Belloc</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/on-something-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
p now story symbol tells truth see one thing world suddenly becomes particular sacramental woman child man evening troop soldiers hear notes music smell smell went passed time discover long night shaft light upon tops hills morning resurrection refreshed renewed br hilaire belloc p |
| 3029 |
3058 |
3450 |
Old English Baron |
Clara Reeve |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>The story follows the adventures of Sir Philip Harclay, who returns to medieval England to find that the castle seat and estate of his friend Lord Lovel have been usurped. A series of revelations, horrors and betrayals climax in a scene of single combat in which good battles evil for the return of the prize. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1777 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-english-baron-by-clara-reeve/ |
p the story follows adventures sir philip harclay returns medieval england find castle seat estate friend lord lovel usurped series revelations horrors betrayals climax scene single combat good battles evil return prize summary wikipedia p |
| 3030 |
3007 |
3396 |
Langstroth on the Hive and the Honey-Bee: A Bee Keeper's Manual |
L. L. Langstroth |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
<p>Langstroth revolutionized the beekeeping industry by using bee space in his top opened hive. In the summer of 1851 he found that, by leaving an even, approximately bee-sized space between the top of the frames holding the honeycomb and the flat coverboard lying above, he was able to quite easily remove the latter, which was normally well cemented to the frames with propolis making separation hard to achieve. Later he had the idea to use this discovery to make the frames themselves easily removable. He found that, if he left a small space (less than 1/4 inch or 6.4 mm) between the combs, or between the combs and the sides of his hives, the bees would fill it with propolis thus cementing the combs into the hive. On the other hand, when he left a larger space (more than 3/8 inch or 9.5 mm) the bees would fill it with comb which had a similar effect. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/langstroth-on-the-hive-and-the-honey-bee-by-l-l-langstroth/ |
p langstroth revolutionized beekeeping industry using bee space top opened hive summer 1851 found that leaving even approximately bee sized space top frames holding honeycomb flat coverboard lying above able quite easily remove latter normally well cemented frames propolis making separation hard achieve later idea use discovery make frames easily removable found that left small space less 1 4 inch 6 4 mm combs combs sides hives bees would fill propolis thus cementing combs hive hand left larger space more 3 8 inch 9 5 mm bees would fill comb similar effect summary wikipedia p |
| 3031 |
3008 |
3398 |
Humbugs of the World |
P. T. Barnum |
Performing Arts, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Memoirs |
<p>P. T. Barnum exposes some of the chief humbugs of the world with his usual entertaining style. He looks at medicine and quacks, ghosts, witchcraft, religious humbugs, money manias, adventurers, personal reminiscences, and much more. (Summary by Barry Eads)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-humbugs-of-the-world-by-pt-barnum/ |
p p t barnum exposes chief humbugs world usual entertaining style looks medicine quacks ghosts witchcraft religious humbugs money manias adventurers personal reminiscences much more summary barry eads p |
| 3032 |
3009 |
3399 |
Gargantua and Pantagruel, Book I |
François Rabelais |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<em>The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel</em> (in French, <em>La vie de Gargantua et de Pantagruel)</em> is a connected series of five novels written in the 16th century by François Rabelais. It is the story of two giants, a father (Gargantua) and his son (Pantagruel) and their adventures, written in an amusing, extravagant, satirical vein. There is much crudity and scatological humor as well as a large amount of violence. Long lists of vulgar insults fill several chapters.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1660 |
https://librivox.org/gargantua-and-pantagruel-by-francois-rabelais/ |
em the life gargantua pantagruel em in french em la vie de gargantua et de pantagruel em connected series five novels written 16th century françois rabelais story two giants father gargantua son pantagruel adventures written amusing extravagant satirical vein much crudity scatological humor well large amount violence long lists vulgar insults fill several chapters summary wikipedia p |
| 3033 |
3010 |
3400 |
Lusiads |
Luís Vaz de Camões |
Historical Fiction, Epics |
<p>The Lusiads (Os Lusíadas) is a Portuguese epic poem, written in the 16th century by Luis Vaz de Camões. The poem tells the tale of the Portuguese discoveries in the 15th and 16th centuries, specially the voyage to India by Vasco da Gama. Modelled after the classic epic tradition, Camões' Lusiads are considered not only the first literary text in Modern Portuguese, but also a national epic of the same level as Vergil's Aeneid. In the 19th century, Sir Richard Francis Burton translated Camões' Lusiads, in what he considered "the most pleasing literary labour of his life". (Summary by Leni) </p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-lusiads-by-luis-vaz-de-camoes/ |
p the lusiads os lusíadas portuguese epic poem written 16th century luis vaz de camões poem tells tale portuguese discoveries 15th 16th centuries specially voyage india vasco da gama modelled classic epic tradition camões lusiads considered first literary text modern portuguese also national epic level vergil s aeneid 19th century sir richard francis burton translated camões lusiads considered the pleasing literary labour life summary leni p |
| 3034 |
3011 |
3401 |
Miss Cayley's Adventures |
Grant Allen |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Fun stories of Miss Lois Cayley, independent young woman, as she, beginning with only twopence in her pocket, travels the world. (Summary by kristin)<BR>\nMiss Lois Cayley, a smart, strong and independent woman, is traveling around the world. However, her beloved is in trouble. He is accused of a crime which he didn't commit. But who did? And would she be able to save him from 14 years in prison? And would an independent woman let herself, finally, fall in love and live quietly? (Summary by Stav Nisser).</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/miss-cayleys-adventures-by-grant-allen/ |
fun stories miss lois cayley independent young woman she beginning twopence pocket travels world summary kristin br miss lois cayley smart strong independent woman traveling around world however beloved trouble accused crime commit did would able save 14 years prison would independent woman let herself finally fall love live quietly summary stav nisser p |
| 3035 |
3012 |
3402 |
Romance of Missionary Heroism |
John C Lambert |
Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography, Christianity - Other |
<P>The title page gives this book the subtitle, “True stories of the intrepid bravery and stirring adventures of missionaries with uncivilized man, wild beasts, and the forces of nature in all parts of the world.” The thrilling accounts in this collection include stories of Jacob Chamberlain’s medical ministry in India, the dangers faced by Alexander Mackay in Uganda, James Chalmers’ work among the headhunters of New Guinea, John Paton’s mission to the South Sea cannibals, and the Hawaiian queen Kapiolani’s challenge to the gods of the volcano. “Romantic” in the sense that these brave missionaries faced the unknown, but never “romanticized” – all sacrificed home and luxury, and many suffered the loss of family, fortune, and even their lives. (Summary by D. Leeson)</P> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-missionary-heroism-by-john-c-lambert/ |
p the title page gives book subtitle true stories intrepid bravery stirring adventures missionaries uncivilized man wild beasts forces nature parts world thrilling accounts collection include stories jacob chamberlain s medical ministry india dangers faced alexander mackay uganda james chalmers work among headhunters new guinea john paton s mission south sea cannibals hawaiian queen kapiolani s challenge gods volcano romantic sense brave missionaries faced unknown never romanticized sacrificed home luxury many suffered loss family fortune even lives summary d leeson p |
| 3036 |
3013 |
3403 |
Short Poetry Collection 082 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers during the month of August 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-poetry-collection-082/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month august 2009 p |
| 3037 |
3016 |
3406 |
Complete Book of Cheese |
Bob Brown |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
Bob Brown, after living thirty years in as many foreign lands and enjoying countless national cheeses at the source, returned to New York and summed them all up in this book.\n\nBorn in Chicago, he was graduated from Oak Park High School and entered the University of Wisconsin at the exact moment when a number of imported Swiss professors in this great dairy state began teaching their students how to hole an Emmentaler.\n\nAfter majoring in beer and free lunch from Milwaukee to Munich, Bob celebrated the end of Prohibition with a book called Let There Be Beer! and then decided to write another about Beer's best friend, Cheese. But first he collaborated with his mother Cora and wife Rose on The Wine Cookbook, still in print after nearly twenty-five years. This first manual on the subject in America paced a baker's dozen food-and-drink books, including: America Cooks, 10,000 Snacks, Fish and Seafood and The South American Cookbook. (Summary from the book jacket)</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-book-of-cheese-by-bob-brown/ |
bob brown living thirty years many foreign lands enjoying countless national cheeses source returned new york summed book born chicago graduated oak park high school entered university wisconsin exact moment number imported swiss professors great dairy state began teaching students hole emmentaler majoring beer free lunch milwaukee munich bob celebrated end prohibition book called let beer decided write another beer s best friend cheese first collaborated mother cora wife rose wine cookbook still print nearly twenty five years first manual subject america paced baker s dozen food and drink books including america cooks 10 000 snacks fish seafood south american cookbook summary book jacket p |
| 3038 |
3017 |
3407 |
Eventful History of the Mutiny and Piratical Seizure of H.M.S. Bounty: Its Cause and Consequences |
Sir John Barrow |
True Crime, Modern (19th C) |
<p>The mutiny on the Bounty occurred aboard a British Royal Navy ship on 28 April 1789. The mutiny was led by Fletcher Christian against the commanding officer, William Bligh.<br/><br/>\nOn 4 April 1789, after five months in Tahiti, the Bounty set sail with its breadfruit cargo. On 28 April 1789, some 1,300 miles west of Tahiti, near Tonga, mutiny broke out. From all accounts, Fletcher Christian and several of his followers entered Bligh's cabin, which he always left unlocked, awakened him, and pushed him on deck wearing only his nightshirt, where he was guarded by Christian holding a bayonet. When Bligh entreated with Christian to be reasonable, Christian would only reply, "I am in hell, I am in hell!"<br/><br/>\nThe mutineers ordered Bligh, the ship's master, two midshipmen, the surgeon's mate, and the ship's clerk into Bounty's launch. Several more men voluntarily joined Bligh rather than remaining aboard, as they knew that those who remained on board would be considered de facto mutineers under the Articles of War. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/mutiny-and-piratical-seizure-of-hms-bounty-by-sir-john-barrow/ |
p the mutiny bounty occurred aboard british royal navy ship 28 april 1789 mutiny led fletcher christian commanding officer william bligh br br 4 april 1789 five months tahiti bounty set sail breadfruit cargo 28 april 1789 1 300 miles west tahiti near tonga mutiny broke out accounts fletcher christian several followers entered bligh s cabin always left unlocked awakened him pushed deck wearing nightshirt guarded christian holding bayonet bligh entreated christian reasonable christian would reply i hell hell br br mutineers ordered bligh ship s master two midshipmen surgeon s mate ship s clerk bounty s launch several men voluntarily joined bligh rather remaining aboard knew remained board would considered de facto mutineers articles war summary wikipedia p |
| 3039 |
3018 |
3408 |
Jolly Corner |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>"The Jolly Corner," published in 1908, is considered by many to be a ghost story ranking second only to "The Turn of the Screw." James’s protagonist, Spencer Brydon, is an American of 56, returned to New York after 33 years in Europe, where he has apparently accomplished little while living off his New York rentals. His friendship with Alice Staverton, and his engagement in the development of a property awaken him to the possibilities that might have been his, had he chosen a different course of life. The "ghost," if that’s what it is, is that other self that might have been, and his confrontation with that self and its possibilities leads to a deeply unsettling, yet ambiguous, conclusion.</P> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-jolly-corner-by-henry-james/ |
p the jolly corner published 1908 considered many ghost story ranking second the turn screw james s protagonist spencer brydon american 56 returned new york 33 years europe apparently accomplished little living new york rentals friendship alice staverton engagement development property awaken possibilities might his chosen different course life ghost that s is self might been confrontation self possibilities leads deeply unsettling yet ambiguous conclusion p |
| 3040 |
3019 |
3409 |
History of Lady Julia Mandeville |
Frances Moore Brooke |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Lady Julia, the daughter of the earl of Belmont, and Mr. Henry Mandeville are falling in love. Though Henry is like a family friend, this love is not welcomed because the lady Julia is promised to someone else (or so Henry thinks). When they'll discover their chance of happiness, it is much too late. Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-lady-julia-mandeville-by-frances-brooke-2/ |
p lady julia daughter earl belmont mr henry mandeville falling love though henry like family friend love welcomed lady julia promised someone else or henry thinks they ll discover chance happiness much late summary stav nisser p |
| 3041 |
3020 |
3410 |
Mystery of a Turkish Bath |
Rita |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>A group of guests, at an exclusive luxury hotel in Hampshire, are the witnesses of an illustration of occult powers, demonstrated by “the Mystery”, as Mrs. Jefferson named the beautiful stranger who one day appeared in the Turkish Baths of the hotel. The events that follow lead Mrs. Jefferson to question the wisdom of her interest in the occult. (Summary by Bev. J. Stevens)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-a-turkish-bath-by-rita-e-m-gollan/ |
p a group guests exclusive luxury hotel hampshire witnesses illustration occult powers demonstrated the mystery mrs jefferson named beautiful stranger one day appeared turkish baths hotel events follow lead mrs jefferson question wisdom interest occult summary bev j stevens p |
| 3042 |
3021 |
3411 |
Mary Cary, Frequently Martha |
Kate Langley Bosher |
Children's Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General |
<p>"My name is Mary Cary. I live in the Yorkburg Female Orphan Asylum. You may think nothing happens in an Orphan Asylum. It does. The orphans are sure enough children, and real much like the kind that have Mothers and Fathers; and that’s why I am going to write this story." So begins Mary’s diary, which she fills with her various doings and misadventures at the Asylum in Virginia and her sharp observations about life and human nature. She loathes Miss Bray, the head of the Asylum, who is not above telling bald-faced lies to the Board to further her own selfish ends. She loves Miss Katherine, the Asylum’s resident nurse, who has befriended Mary and serves as a gentle role model for the child. As for Martha, she is Mary’s "other self" who speaks out—and sometimes acts out—in spite of Mary’s better nature. When she unexpectedly discovers her family background, Mary writes a letter to her uncle that leads to some surprising results on the way to a happy ending.<br/><br/>\n\nThe <i>Chicago Record-Herald</i> of March 12, 1910 stated, "Let’s be glad for books like Mary Cary. It isn’t so much what Mary Cary does, however, as what she is, bless her! that warms the cockles of the chilliest, most snugly corseted heart." (Summary by Jan MacGillivray)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/mary-cary-frequently-martha-by-kate-langley-bosher/ |
p my name mary cary live yorkburg female orphan asylum may think nothing happens orphan asylum does orphans sure enough children real much like kind mothers fathers that s going write story begins mary s diary fills various doings misadventures asylum virginia sharp observations life human nature loathes miss bray head asylum telling bald faced lies board selfish ends loves miss katherine asylum s resident nurse befriended mary serves gentle role model child martha mary s other self speaks out and sometimes acts out in spite mary s better nature unexpectedly discovers family background mary writes letter uncle leads surprising results way happy ending br br i chicago record herald i march 12 1910 stated let s glad books like mary cary isn t much mary cary does however is bless her warms cockles chilliest snugly corseted heart summary jan macgillivray p |
| 3043 |
3022 |
3412 |
Vices are not Crimes |
Lysander Spooner |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Lysander Spooner (1808 – 1887) was an American individualist anarchist, entrepreneur, political philosopher, abolitionist, supporter of the labour movement, and legal theorist of the nineteenth century. Here he gives his views on the role of Governments in the private lives of their citizens (Summary by Annise)<p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/vices-are-not-crimes-by-lysander-spooner/ |
p lysander spooner 1808 1887 american individualist anarchist entrepreneur political philosopher abolitionist supporter labour movement legal theorist nineteenth century gives views role governments private lives citizens summary annise p |
| 3044 |
3023 |
3413 |
Antiquities of the Jews, Volume 1 |
Flavius Josephus |
History , Antiquity |
<p>Antiquities of the Jews was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. It is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n<br/><br/>\nVolume 1 contains Books 1-5 and ends with the dedication of Samuel and death of Eli the priest.</p> |
English |
1737 |
https://librivox.org/the-antiquities-of-the-jews-vol-1-by-flavius-josephus/ |
p antiquities jews work published important jewish historian flavius josephus year 93 94 history jewish people written greek josephus gentile patrons beginning creation adam eve follows events historical books hebrew bible sometimes omits adds information summary wikipedia br br volume 1 contains books 1 5 ends dedication samuel death eli priest p |
| 3045 |
3024 |
3414 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 025 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-025/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3046 |
3025 |
3415 |
Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail |
Howard R. Driggs |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
<p>This is a memoir by an early 19th Century American settler in the Pacific Northwest. (Description by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ox-team-days-on-the-oregon-trail-by-ezra-meeker/ |
p this memoir early 19th century american settler pacific northwest description bellonatimes p |
| 3047 |
3026 |
3416 |
Anatomy of Melancholy Volume 1 |
Robert Burton |
Health & Fitness, Psychology |
<p>The Anatomy of Melancholy is a book by Robert Burton, first published in 1621. On its surface, the book is a medical textbook in which Burton applies his large and varied learning in the scholastic manner to the subject of melancholia (which includes what is now termed clinical depression).<br/><br/>\n\nThough presented as a medical text, The Anatomy of Melancholy is as much a sui generis work of literature as it is a scientific or philosophical text, and Burton addresses far more than his stated subject. In fact, the Anatomy uses melancholy as the lens through which all human emotion and thought may be scrutinized, and virtually the entire contents of a 17th-century library are marshalled into service of this goal.<br/><br/>\n\nBurton is forthright about his intentions in writing the Anatomy — "I write of melancholy by being busy to avoid melancholy," he concedes. This acknowledged desire to distract and amuse himself motivated Burton to produce a wide-ranging document, containing digressions and commentary. Whatever its strengths as a medical text or as a historical document, it is the Anatomy's vast breadth — addressing topics such as digestion, goblins, the geography of America, and others — and the particularly characteristic voice of its author that are most commonly cited by its admirers as the main sources of its appeal. Both satirical and serious in tone, the Anatomy is "vitalized by (Burton's) pervading humour", and Burton's digressive and inclusive style, often verging on a stream of consciousness, consistently informs and animates the text. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1621 |
https://librivox.org/the-anatomy-of-melancholy-volume-1-by-robert-burton/ |
p the anatomy melancholy book robert burton first published 1621 surface book medical textbook burton applies large varied learning scholastic manner subject melancholia which includes termed clinical depression br br though presented medical text anatomy melancholy much sui generis work literature scientific philosophical text burton addresses far stated subject fact anatomy uses melancholy lens human emotion thought may scrutinized virtually entire contents 17th century library marshalled service goal br br burton forthright intentions writing anatomy i write melancholy busy avoid melancholy concedes acknowledged desire distract amuse motivated burton produce wide ranging document containing digressions commentary whatever strengths medical text historical document anatomy s vast breadth addressing topics digestion goblins geography america others particularly characteristic voice author commonly cited admirers main sources appeal satirical serious tone anatomy vitalized burton s pervading humour burton s digressive inclusive style often verging stream consciousness consistently informs animates text summary wikipedia p |
| 3048 |
3027 |
3417 |
Art d'être grand-père |
Victor Hugo |
Poetry |
<p><em>L'Art d'être grand-père</em> est un recueil de poèmes que Victor Hugo a publié en 1877. Suite à la mort de Charles Hugo, un de ses fils, et de sa femme, Victor Hugo prend en charge ses deux petits enfants Georges et Jeanne Hugo. Il écrit plusieurs poèmes illustrant les comportements et l'innocence reliée à ses petits-enfants qu'il élève seul et avec tendresse. <br/>(Résumé de Wikipédia)</p> <p><em>L'Art d'être grand-père</em> ("The Art of Being a Grandfather") is a series of eighteen poems by Victor Hugo, published in 1877. They were among the last he wrote. <p></p>On 13 March 1871, his 44-year-old son Charles died of a stroke, while riding in a carriage to a farewell dinner for some of Victor's friends at a restaurant in Bordeaux. Charles's wife died shortly afterwards, and Victor Hugo became the guardian of their children, Georges and Jeanne Hugo. The poems describe the feelings of a grandfather entrusted with innocent young children. Love and tenderness are celebrated, and the complexities, politics, and grand themes of his other poems are set aside. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/lart-detre-grand-pere-bnd-0908/ |
p em l art d être grand père em est un recueil de poèmes que victor hugo publié en 1877 suite à la mort de charles hugo un de ses fils et de sa femme victor hugo prend en charge ses deux petits enfants georges et jeanne hugo il écrit plusieurs poèmes illustrant les comportements et l innocence reliée à ses petits enfants qu il élève seul et avec tendresse br résumé de wikipédia p p em l art d être grand père em the art grandfather series eighteen poems victor hugo published 1877 among last wrote p p on 13 march 1871 44 year old son charles died stroke riding carriage farewell dinner victor s friends restaurant bordeaux charles s wife died shortly afterwards victor hugo became guardian children georges jeanne hugo poems describe feelings grandfather entrusted innocent young children love tenderness celebrated complexities politics grand themes poems set aside br summary wikipedia p |
| 3049 |
3028 |
3418 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 014 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers select and read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-014/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers select read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 3050 |
3029 |
3419 |
Seven O'Clock Stories |
Robert Gordon Anderson |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>"Not once upon a time but just now, in a white house by the side of a road, live three happy children.\nTheir mother and father gave them very odd names, for two old uncles and one aunt, which pleased the old people very much. Their names are all written in the big family Bible,--Jehosophat Green, Marmaduke Green, and Hepzebiah Green." So begins this collection of bedtime stories for children, one each night for twenty days, involving these three happy children and their playmates.\n(Summary by P. Cunningham)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/seven-oclock-stories-by-robert-gordon-anderson/ |
p not upon time now white house side road live three happy children mother father gave odd names two old uncles one aunt pleased old people much names written big family bible jehosophat green marmaduke green hepzebiah green begins collection bedtime stories children one night twenty days involving three happy children playmates summary p cunningham p |
| 3051 |
3037 |
3428 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction |
<p>Jane Merrick is a wealthy, elderly, difficult invalid woman who is preparing for her approaching death. In her youth, she inherited her money and estate from her fiancé, Thomas Bradley, who died before their wedding took place. With no children of her own, she calls for her three teenaged nieces to visit her, so she can decide who will inherit her estate. They are Louise Merrick, Elizabeth De Graf, and Patsy Doyle, children of Jane's younger brother and sisters. Each of the three cousins is a different type. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p jane merrick wealthy elderly difficult invalid woman preparing approaching death youth inherited money estate fiancé thomas bradley died wedding took place children own calls three teenaged nieces visit her decide inherit estate louise merrick elizabeth de graf patsy doyle children jane s younger brother sisters three cousins different type summary wikipedia p |
| 3052 |
3030 |
3420 |
Natural History Volume 1 |
Pliny the Elder |
Animals, Nature, Reference |
<p><i>Naturalis Historia</i> (Latin for "Natural History") is an encyclopedia published circa AD 77-79 by Pliny the Elder. It is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman empire to the modern day and purports to cover the entire field of ancient knowledge, based on the best authorities available to Pliny. The work became a model for all later encyclopedias in terms of the breadth of subject matter examined, the need to reference original authors, and a comprehensive index list of the contents. The scheme of his great work is vast and comprehensive, being nothing short of an encyclopedia of learning and of art so far as they are connected with nature or draw their materials from nature. The work divides neatly into the organic world of plants and animals, and the realm of inorganic matter, although there are frequent digressions in each section. He is especially interested in not just describing the occurrence of plants, animals and insects, but also their exploitation (or abuse) by man, especially Romans. The description of metals and minerals is particularly detailed, and valuable for the history of science as being the most extensive compilation still available from the ancient world. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br></br>This volume one includes the first five books, covering the following subjects:<br/><br/>\n\nBook 1- Dedication<br>Book 2 - An account of the world and the elements<br>Books 3 to 5 - An account of countries, nations, seas, towns, havens, mountains, rivers, distances, and peoples who now exist or formerly existed<br></br> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-1-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
p i naturalis historia i latin natural history encyclopedia published circa ad 77 79 pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire modern day purports cover entire field ancient knowledge based best authorities available pliny work became model later encyclopedias terms breadth subject matter examined need reference original authors comprehensive index list contents scheme great work vast comprehensive nothing short encyclopedia learning art far connected nature draw materials nature work divides neatly organic world plants animals realm inorganic matter although frequent digressions section especially interested describing occurrence plants animals insects also exploitation or abuse man especially romans description metals minerals particularly detailed valuable history science extensive compilation still available ancient world summary wikipedia br br this volume one includes first five books covering following subjects br br book 1 dedication br book 2 account world elements br books 3 5 account countries nations seas towns havens mountains rivers distances peoples exist formerly existed br br |
| 3053 |
3031 |
3421 |
Ruth Erskine's Crosses |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Third book in the Chautauqua Girls series. Written by Isabella Alden under the pseudonym Pansy.</p><p>Ruth's father brings home a wife and daughter, after 18 years, that Ruth had never known about. Suddenly she is no longer the queen of her home. And what's worse, the new mother and sister are rude and antagonistic. How will Ruth bear this cross? (Summary by Tricia G)</p>\n<p>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-chautauqua-girls-at-home-by-isabella-alden/">The Chautauqua Girls at Home</a><br>\nNext book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ester-ried-yet-speaking-by-pansy/">Ester Ried Yet Speaking</a></p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-erskines-crosses-by-pansy/ |
p third book chautauqua girls series written isabella alden pseudonym pansy p p ruth s father brings home wife daughter 18 years ruth never known about suddenly longer queen home what s worse new mother sister rude antagonistic ruth bear cross summary tricia g p p previous book series a href http librivox org the chautauqua girls at home by isabella alden the chautauqua girls home a br next book series a href http librivox org ester ried yet speaking by pansy ester ried yet speaking a p |
| 3054 |
3032 |
3422 |
American Housewife |
Anonymous |
Cooking |
<p>This cookbook and reference guide leads the American Housewife through how to make everything from Meat to Common Drinks, as well as helpful tips and tricks for any housewife! Also included in this fine text are sections on Cooking for The Sick, and how to make your own: Essences, Perfumes, Dyes and Soaps. This work also features an extensive section on The Art of Carving-Which covers anything you might need to carve! (Summary by Jennifer Stearns<p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/american-housewife-the-by-anonymous/ |
p this cookbook reference guide leads american housewife make everything meat common drinks well helpful tips tricks housewife also included fine text sections cooking sick make own essences perfumes dyes soaps work also features extensive section art carving which covers anything might need carve summary jennifer stearns p |
| 3055 |
3033 |
3423 |
Life of Kit Carson |
Edward S. Ellis |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>Christopher Carson, or as he was familiarly called, Kit Carson, was a man whose real worth was understood only by those with whom he was associated or who closely studied his character. He was more than hunter, trapper, guide, Indian agent and Colonel in the United States Army....His lot was cast on the extreme western frontier, where, when but a youth, he earned the respect of the tough and frequently lawless men with whom he came in contact. Integrity, bravery, loyalty to friends, marvelous quickness in making right decisions, in crisis of danger, consummate knowledge of woodcraft, a leadership as skilful as it was daring; all these were distinguishing traits in the composition of Carson and were the foundations of the broader fame which he acquired as the friend and invaluable counselor of Fremont, the Pathfinder, in his expeditions across the Rocky Mountains. (Summary from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-kit-carson-by-edward-s-ellis/ |
p christopher carson familiarly called kit carson man whose real worth understood associated closely studied character hunter trapper guide indian agent colonel united states army his lot cast extreme western frontier where youth earned respect tough frequently lawless men came contact integrity bravery loyalty friends marvelous quickness making right decisions crisis danger consummate knowledge woodcraft leadership skilful daring distinguishing traits composition carson foundations broader fame acquired friend invaluable counselor fremont pathfinder expeditions across rocky mountains summary introduction p |
| 3056 |
3034 |
3424 |
Brighton Boys in the Radio Service |
James R. Driscoll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>The Brighton Boys in the Radio Service is a boys adventure story set in WWI - Three College Chums join the military and face the perils of spies, submarines and enemy soldiers in the trenches of embattled Europe. An engaging story set in a period where good guys wore white hats, bad guys wore black hats and every chapter ends with a cliffhanger so you have to come back for more! (Summary by Tom Clifton)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-brighton-boys-in-the-radio-service-by-james-driscoll/ |
p the brighton boys radio service boys adventure story set wwi three college chums join military face perils spies submarines enemy soldiers trenches embattled europe engaging story set period good guys wore white hats bad guys wore black hats every chapter ends cliffhanger come back more summary tom clifton p |
| 3057 |
3035 |
3425 |
Gifts |
James Thomson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Gifts by James Thomson. This was the weekly poetry project for August 9th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/gifts-by-james-thomson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings gifts james thomson weekly poetry project august 9th 2009 br br |
| 3058 |
3036 |
3427 |
Summer Morning |
John Clare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Summer Morning by John Clare. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 9th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/summer-morning-by-john-clare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings summer morning john clare fortnightly poetry project august 9th 2009 p |
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3038 |
3429 |
Gevoel en Verstand |
Jane Austen |
Literary Fiction |
Nederlandse vertaling (uit 1922) van "Sense and Sensibility" door Gonne Loman-van Uildriks (1863-1921). Dit is Jane Austen's eerste gepubliceerde roman, over twee zussen, Elinor en Marianne Dashwood en hun geluk en verdriet in de liefde en alle verwikkelingen van dien - vol van Austen's gebruikelijke droge humor en ironische blik op de (toenmalige) maatschappij.\n<BR><BR>Proef-luisteraars: Marcel Coenders en Ans Wink.</p> |
Dutch |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/gevoel-en-verstand-door-jane-austen/ |
nederlandse vertaling uit 1922 van sense sensibility door gonne loman van uildriks 1863 1921 dit jane austen s eerste gepubliceerde roman twee zussen elinor en marianne dashwood en hun geluk en verdriet de liefde en alle verwikkelingen van dien vol van austen s gebruikelijke droge humor en ironische blik op de toenmalige maatschappij br br proef luisteraars marcel coenders en ans wink p |
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3039 |
3431 |
Briefe aus dem Gefängnis |
Rosa Luxemburg |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Rosa Luxemburg war eine bedeutende Vertreterin der europäischen Arbeiterbewegung und des proletarischen Internationalismus. Sie gehörte zu den Gründungsmitgliedern der KPD, deren Programm sie hauptsächlich verfasste.<br><br>Während des ersten Weltkriegs verbrachte Rosa Luxemburg drei Jahre und vier Monate im Gefängnis, ein Jahr im Berliner Weibergefängnis (Barnimstraße), dann zwei Jahre und vier Monate in Berlin, Wronke und Breslau. Während dieser Zeit schrieb sie viele persönliche Briefe an Sophie Liebknecht, die einen tiefen Einblick in die starke Persönlichkeit dieser ungewöhnlichen Frau geben. Die Leser lernen "den Reichtum ihres unermüdlich quellenden Herzens kennen. Sie sollen sehen, wie diese Frau, über ihren eigenen Leiden stehend, alle Wesen der Schöpfung mit verstehender Liebe und dichterischer Kraft umfängt, wie ihr Herz in Vogelrufen erzittert, wie Verse beschwingter Sprache in ihr widerklingen, wie Schicksal und tägliches Tun der Freunde in ihr geborgen sind." (Aus der Einleitung)<br><br>Am 15. Januar 1919, nur zwei Monate nach ihrer Freilassung wurde sie unter teils ungeklärten Umständen zusammen mit Karl Liebknecht von rechtsradikalen Freikorps-Soldaten ermordet.<br>(Summary by Wikipedia and Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/briefe-aus-dem-gefangnis-by-rosa-luxemburg/ |
p rosa luxemburg war eine bedeutende vertreterin der europäischen arbeiterbewegung und des proletarischen internationalismus sie gehörte zu den gründungsmitgliedern der kpd deren programm sie hauptsächlich verfasste br br während des ersten weltkriegs verbrachte rosa luxemburg drei jahre und vier monate im gefängnis ein jahr im berliner weibergefängnis barnimstraße dann zwei jahre und vier monate berlin wronke und breslau während dieser zeit schrieb sie viele persönliche briefe sophie liebknecht die einen tiefen einblick die starke persönlichkeit dieser ungewöhnlichen frau geben die leser lernen den reichtum ihres unermüdlich quellenden herzens kennen sie sollen sehen wie diese frau über ihren eigenen leiden stehend alle wesen der schöpfung mit verstehender liebe und dichterischer kraft umfängt wie ihr herz vogelrufen erzittert wie verse beschwingter sprache ihr widerklingen wie schicksal und tägliches tun der freunde ihr geborgen sind aus der einleitung br br am 15 januar 1919 nur zwei monate nach ihrer freilassung wurde sie unter teils ungeklärten umständen zusammen mit karl liebknecht von rechtsradikalen freikorps soldaten ermordet br summary wikipedia hokuspokus p |
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3040 |
3432 |
Grace Harlowe's Sophomore Year at High School |
Jessie Graham Flower |
School |
<p>Being a good and loyal friend is not easy, and Grace learns it the hard way. But, as in all children's books, good triumphs over evil. (Summary by Stav Nisser.)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-sophomore-year-at-high-school-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
p being good loyal friend easy grace learns hard way but children s books good triumphs evil summary stav nisser p |
| 3062 |
3041 |
3433 |
Fathers of Biology |
Charles McRae |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>An account given of the lives of five great naturalists (Hippocrates, Aristotle, Galen, Vesalius and Harvey) will not be found devoid of interest. The work of each one of them marked a definite advance in the science of Biology. <br><br>\n\nThere is often among students of anatomy and physiology a tendency to imagine that the facts with which they are now being made familiar have all been established by recent observation and experiment. But even the slight knowledge of the history of Biology, which may be obtained from a perusal of this little book, will show that, so far from such being the case, this branch of science is of venerable antiquity. And, further, if in the place of this misconception a desire is aroused in the reader for a fuller acquaintance with the writings of the early anatomists the chief aim of the author will have been fulfilled. (Summary is the Preface to the book, adapted by Neeru Iyer)<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/fathers-of-biology-by-charles-mcrae/ |
p an account given lives five great naturalists hippocrates aristotle galen vesalius harvey found devoid interest work one marked definite advance science biology br br often among students anatomy physiology tendency imagine facts made familiar established recent observation experiment even slight knowledge history biology may obtained perusal little book show that far case branch science venerable antiquity and further place misconception desire aroused reader fuller acquaintance writings early anatomists chief aim author fulfilled summary preface book adapted neeru iyer p |
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3042 |
3434 |
True to the Old Flag |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>This book tells the story of the American war of Independence from the side of the British. The old flag mentioned in the title is the flag of England. This is a book for young readers, but - as a good book should be - everybody can enjoy it". (Summary by Stav Nisser) </p>\n |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/true-to-the-old-flag-by-g-a-henty/ |
p this book tells story american war independence side british old flag mentioned title flag england book young readers good book everybody enjoy it summary stav nisser p |
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3043 |
3435 |
Modeste Mignon |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Modeste Mignon, a young provincial woman of romantic temperament, imagines herself to be in love with the famous Parisian poet Melchior de Canalis. However, he is not moved by her attentions. He invites his secretary Ernest de la Brière to "deal with the matter". Ernest answers Modeste's letters in his name and acts as her lover, disguised as Canalis. The scene changes dramatically when Ernest discoveres that Modeste is, in fact, a rich heiress. Will he be able to win her heart despite his lie? (Summary by Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser.)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/modeste-mignon-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
p modeste mignon young provincial woman romantic temperament imagines love famous parisian poet melchior de canalis however moved attentions invites secretary ernest de la brière deal matter ernest answers modeste s letters name acts lover disguised canalis scene changes dramatically ernest discoveres modeste is fact rich heiress able win heart despite lie summary wikipedia revised stav nisser p |
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3044 |
3436 |
Hints for Lovers |
Arnold Haultain |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>"Hints for Lovers" is a thorough analysis of relationships between men and women, about everything that lovers should know, and delves deep into the psychology of men and women, and the philosophy of courtship, engagement, kissing, making love, marriage, etc, in a light-hearted tone, with refreshing humor. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/hints-for-lovers-bytheodore-arnold-haultain/ |
p hints lovers thorough analysis relationships men women everything lovers know delves deep psychology men women philosophy courtship engagement kissing making love marriage etc light hearted tone refreshing humor summary neeru iyer p |
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3045 |
3437 |
History of the Life of the Late Mr. Jonathan Wild the Great |
Henry Fielding |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Satire |
<p>This novel is sometimes thought of as [Fielding's] first because he almost certainly began composing it before he wrote Shamela and Joseph Andrews. It is a satire of Walpole that draws a parallel between Walpole and Jonathan Wild, the infamous gang leader and highwayman. He implicitly compares the Whig party in Parliament with a gang of thieves being run by Walpole, whose constant desire to be a "Great Man" (a common epithet for Walpole) should culminate only in the antithesis of greatness: being hanged. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1743 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-life-of-the-late-mr-jonathan-wild-the-great-by-henry-fielding/ |
p this novel sometimes thought fielding s first almost certainly began composing wrote shamela joseph andrews satire walpole draws parallel walpole jonathan wild infamous gang leader highwayman implicitly compares whig party parliament gang thieves run walpole whose constant desire great man a common epithet walpole culminate antithesis greatness hanged summary wikipedia p |
| 3067 |
3091 |
3483 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 006 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Librivox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 006: a collection of 10 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-mystery-story-collection-vol-006-by-various/ |
p librivox s short mystery story collection 006 collection 10 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
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3046 |
3438 |
Nightmare Abbey |
Thomas Love Peacock |
Satire |
<p>Deep in the fens of the British coast sits the gloomy mansion that goes by the name Nightmare Abbey. It is inhabited by persons of very low opinion of the human race, and in fact they pride themselves in the depths of their detestation. Others of its denizens believe the ultimate exercise and product of the human mind ought to be chaos.\n\nNow let the young master of the house get snared by the wiles of a beautiful young lady. And for good measure, toss in another beautiful young lady. Now Scythrop (named in honor of an ancestor who became bored with life and hanged himself) is about to find that two such make too much of a good thing!\n\nPeacock wrote Nightmare Abbey as a satire, and he has folded in allusions to or quotations from literally dozens of other works. He makes use of many long, impressive-sounding words (some of which he very possibly made up!). Ignore these and his occasional Latin phrase, treat the rest as a farce, and you're on track for a fun listen!(Summary be Mark F. Smith)<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/nightmare-abbey-by-thomas-love-peacock/ |
p deep fens british coast sits gloomy mansion goes name nightmare abbey inhabited persons low opinion human race fact pride depths detestation others denizens believe ultimate exercise product human mind ought chaos let young master house get snared wiles beautiful young lady good measure toss another beautiful young lady scythrop named honor ancestor became bored life hanged himself find two make much good thing peacock wrote nightmare abbey satire folded allusions quotations literally dozens works makes use many long impressive sounding words some possibly made up ignore occasional latin phrase treat rest farce track fun listen summary mark f smith p |
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3047 |
3439 |
Job |
Sinclair Lewis |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>'The Job' is an early work by American novelist Sinclair Lewis. It is considered an early declaration of the rights of working women. The focus is on the main character, Una Golden, who desires to establish herself in a legitimate occupation while balancing the eventual need for marriage. The story takes place in the early 1900-1920's and takes Una from a small Pennsylvania town to New York. Forced to work due to family illness, Una shows a talent for the traditional male bastion of commercial real estate and, while valued by her company, she struggles to achieve the same status of her male coworkers. On a parallel track, her quest for traditional romance and love is important but her unique role as a working woman... makes it tough to find an appropriate suitor. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-job-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
p the job early work american novelist sinclair lewis considered early declaration rights working women focus main character una golden desires establish legitimate occupation balancing eventual need marriage story takes place early 1900 1920 s takes una small pennsylvania town new york forced work due family illness una shows talent traditional male bastion commercial real estate and valued company struggles achieve status male coworkers parallel track quest traditional romance love important unique role working woman makes tough find appropriate suitor summary wikipedia p |
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3048 |
3440 |
Prime Minister |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>The Prime Minister is the fifth in Trollope's series of six Palliser novels. With Phineas' difficulties resolved, Trollope introduces new characters. A respectable young girl forsakes the man her family had always intended her to marry when she falls in love with a man of foreign extraction and an unknown family. He has a gentleman's education and manners, but his family background and financial means are mysterious. Is he really a gentleman? Meanwhile, Plantagenet Palliser becomes Prime Minister of a shaky coalition government, and Glencora and Madame Goessler are busy with the ensuing social obligations. (Summary by Karen Merline)</p>\n\n<p>The other Palliser can be found at -<br /> <b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/can-you-forgive-her-by-anthony-trollope/">1 - Can You Forgive Her?</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phinneas-finn-by-anthony-trollope/">2 - Phineas Finn, the Irish Member</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">3 - The Eustace Diamonds</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/phineas-redux-by-anthony-trollope/">4 - Phineus Redux</a><br />\n5 - The Prime Minister<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-dukes-children-by-anthony-trollope/">6 - The Duke’s Children</b></a>\n</p>\n |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-prime-minister-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p the prime minister fifth trollope s series six palliser novels phineas difficulties resolved trollope introduces new characters respectable young girl forsakes man family always intended marry falls love man foreign extraction unknown family gentleman s education manners family background financial means mysterious really gentleman meanwhile plantagenet palliser becomes prime minister shaky coalition government glencora madame goessler busy ensuing social obligations summary karen merline p p the palliser found br b br a href http librivox org can you forgive her by anthony trollope 1 forgive her a br a href http librivox org phinneas finn by anthony trollope 2 phineas finn irish member a br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 3 eustace diamonds a br a href http librivox org phineas redux by anthony trollope 4 phineus redux a br 5 prime minister br a href http librivox org the dukes children by anthony trollope 6 duke s children b a p |
| 3071 |
3049 |
3441 |
Oroonoko, or The Royal Slave |
Aphra Behn |
General Fiction |
Aphra Behn was the first woman writer in England to make a living by her pen, and her novel <i>Oroonoko</i> was the first work published in English to express sympathy for African slaves. Perhaps based partly on Behn's own experiences living in Surinam, the novel tells the tragic story of a noble slave, Oroonoko, and his love Imoinda. The work was an instant success and was adapted for the stage in 1695 (and more recently by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1999). Behn's work paved the way for women writers who came after her, as Virginia Woolf noted in <i>a Room of One's Own</i> (1928): "All women together ought to let flowers fall upon the tomb of Aphra Behn, ... for it was she who earned them the right to speak their minds." (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1688 |
https://librivox.org/oroonoko-or-the-royal-slave-by-aphra-behn/ |
aphra behn first woman writer england make living pen novel i oroonoko i first work published english express sympathy african slaves perhaps based partly behn s experiences living surinam novel tells tragic story noble slave oroonoko love imoinda work instant success adapted stage 1695 and recently royal shakespeare company 1999 behn s work paved way women writers came her virginia woolf noted i a room one s own i 1928 all women together ought let flowers fall upon tomb aphra behn earned right speak minds summary elizabeth klett p |
| 3072 |
3050 |
3442 |
Game of Life and How to Play It |
Florence Scovel Shinn |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>Florence Scovel Shinn, an illustrator living in New York City, became a teacher of New Thought after a divorce. New Thought was a movement which holds the belief that individuals can create their own reality through intentional thoughts and prayer, much like the current Law of Attraction movement. <i>The Game of Life and How to Play It</i> is her first book, and is remarkable for being written by a woman and meant for a genteel female audience. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/the-game-of-life-and-how-to-play-it-by-florence-scovel-shinn/ |
p florence scovel shinn illustrator living new york city became teacher new thought divorce new thought movement holds belief individuals create reality intentional thoughts prayer much like current law attraction movement i the game life play it i first book remarkable written woman meant genteel female audience summary wikipedia p |
| 3073 |
3051 |
3443 |
Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Vol. 3 |
Laurence Sterne |
Published before 1800 |
<p>This is volume 3 of 4.<br /><i>The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman</i> (or, more briefly, <i>Tristram Shandy</i>) is a novel by Laurence Sterne. It was published in nine volumes, the first two appearing in 1759, and seven others following over the next 10 years. It was not always held in high esteem by other writers (Samuel Johnson responded that, "Nothing odd can last"), but its bawdy humour was popular with London society, and it has come to be seen as one of the greatest comic novels in English, as well as a forerunner for many modern narrative devices. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/tristram-shandy-vol-3-by-laurence-sterne/ |
p this volume 3 4 br i the life opinions tristram shandy gentleman i or briefly i tristram shandy i novel laurence sterne published nine volumes first two appearing 1759 seven others following next 10 years always held high esteem writers samuel johnson responded that nothing odd last bawdy humour popular london society come seen one greatest comic novels english well forerunner many modern narrative devices summary wikipedia p |
| 3074 |
3052 |
3444 |
Australian Sunrise |
James Lister Cuthbertson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Australian Sunrise by James Lister Cuthbertson. This was the weekly poetry project for August 16th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-australian-sunrise-by-james-lister-cuthbertson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings australian sunrise james lister cuthbertson weekly poetry project august 16th 2009 p |
| 3075 |
3053 |
3445 |
Celebration of Dialects and Accents, Vol 1. |
Aesop |
*Non-fiction, Education, Language learning |
A celebration of all the wonderful dialects and accents found within the Librivox community!\nThe goal being to record a 'phonetically relevant' text by as many volunteers as possible, and make this dialect/accent 'database' available to the world, by releasing the recordings into the public domain.(Summary by Délibáb)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/celebration-of-dialects-and-accents-vol-1/ |
celebration wonderful dialects accents found within librivox community goal record phonetically relevant text many volunteers possible make dialect accent database available world releasing recordings public domain summary délibáb p |
| 3076 |
3054 |
3446 |
Adrift in New York |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Published 1900 onward |
<P>John Linden is a very wealthy man. The people who should inherit his property are his nephew, Curtis Waring, his niece Florence Linden, and his long lost son - if alive. John thinks it would be best if Florence and Curtis were married, and makes it a requirement if Florence wishes to have any of the property. <BR>A boy named Dodger was sent to steal one of the wills of John Linden so that Curtis would inherit all the property. But Florence prevents Dodger from stealing, and they become friends… To the shock of her uncle and cousin, she decides to leave her uncle's house with Dodger instead of marrying Curtis. And what then? Would she be able to get used to being poor? And will she be poor for ever? Adrift in New York? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</P> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/adrift-in-new-york-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
p john linden wealthy man people inherit property nephew curtis waring niece florence linden long lost son alive john thinks would best florence curtis married makes requirement florence wishes property br a boy named dodger sent steal one wills john linden curtis would inherit property florence prevents dodger stealing become friends shock uncle cousin decides leave uncle s house dodger instead marrying curtis then would able get used poor poor ever adrift new york summary stav nisser p |
| 3077 |
3055 |
3447 |
Song of Hiawatha |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry |
<p>I sing the Song of Hiawatha,\nBrave of heart and strong of arm.\nDaughter's son of old Nokomis,\nFathered by the harsh West Wind.\n\nWith its regular, beating rhythm, the Song of Hiawatha has often been parodied, but in truth, it is a powerful, emotional epic; a hero's life, his loves and suffering. The legends and traditions of the North American Indian swirl together through the tale like a mountain stream, tumbling white over the rocks, and caressing the mossy tree roots.\n(Summary by Peter Yearsley)\n[introduction by Woodrow Morris]<p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-hiawatha-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
p i sing song hiawatha brave heart strong arm daughter s son old nokomis fathered harsh west wind regular beating rhythm song hiawatha often parodied truth powerful emotional epic hero s life loves suffering legends traditions north american indian swirl together tale like mountain stream tumbling white rocks caressing mossy tree roots summary peter yearsley introduction woodrow morris p |
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3056 |
3448 |
Book of the Bush |
George Dunderdale |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>"While the world was young, nations could be founded peaceably. There was plenty of unoccupied country, and when two neighbouring patriarchs found their flocks were becoming too numerous for the pasture, one said to the other: "Let there be no quarrel, I pray, between thee and me; the whole earth is between us, and the land is watered as the garden of Paradise. If thou wilt go to the east, I will go to the west; or if thou wilt go to the west, I will go to the east." So they parted in peace.\n\n(Excerpt)<p>\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-bush-by-george-dunderdale/ |
p while world young nations could founded peaceably plenty unoccupied country two neighbouring patriarchs found flocks becoming numerous pasture one said other let quarrel pray thee me whole earth us land watered garden paradise thou wilt go east go west thou wilt go west go east parted peace excerpt p |
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3057 |
3449 |
Countess Julie |
August Strindberg |
Plays |
<p>August Strindberg's naturalistic one-act drama has only three characters: Julie, a passionate young noblewoman; Jean, her father's ambitious valet; and Kristin, the cook, who is also Jean's fiancee. The play is set on Midsummer Eve, when everyone is reveling, and Julie and Jean get a bit too intimate - with tragic results. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />Characters:<br />\nJulie - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nJean - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nKristin - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />\nNarration - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\n<br />\nAudio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a></p>\n |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/countess-julie-by-august-strindberg/ |
p august strindberg s naturalistic one act drama three characters julie passionate young noblewoman jean father s ambitious valet kristin cook also jean s fiancee play set midsummer eve everyone reveling julie jean get bit intimate tragic results summary elizabeth klett br br characters br julie a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jean a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br kristin a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br narration a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br audio edited a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a p |
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3059 |
3451 |
Lifted Veil |
George Eliot |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The Lifted Veil is a novella by George Eliot, first published in 1859. Quite unlike the realistic fiction for which Eliot is best known, The Lifted Veil explores themes of extrasensory perception, the essence of physical life, possible life after death, and the power of fate. The novella is a significant part of the Victorian tradition of horror fiction. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-lifted-veil-by-george-eliot/ |
p the lifted veil novella george eliot first published 1859 quite unlike realistic fiction eliot best known lifted veil explores themes extrasensory perception essence physical life possible life death power fate novella significant part victorian tradition horror fiction summary wikipedia p |
| 3081 |
3060 |
3452 |
Clicking of Cuthbert |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Join the Oldest Member...whether you like it or not...and be carried on a magic carpet ride through the world of golf, love, and...aunts...as seen through the eyes of the creator of Jeeves and Wooster and Blandings Castle, the inimitable Pelham (Plum) Grenville Wodehouse. (Summary by Jonathan Burchard)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-clicking-of-cuthbert-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p join oldest member whether like not and carried magic carpet ride world golf love and aunts as seen eyes creator jeeves wooster blandings castle inimitable pelham plum grenville wodehouse summary jonathan burchard p |
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3061 |
3453 |
Diary of a Nursing Sister on the Western Front 1914-1915 |
Anonymous |
Medical, Modern (20th C) |
<br />The title is, I think, self explanatory. The nurse in question went out to France at the beginning of the war and remained there until May 1915 after the second battle of Ypres when she went back to a Base Hospital and the diary ceases. Although written in diary form, it is clearly taken from letters home and gives a vivid if sometimes distressing picture of the state of the casualties suffered during that period. After a time at the General Hospital in Le Havre she became one of the three or four sisters working on the ambulance trains which fetched the wounded from the Clearing Hospitals close to the front line and took them back to the General Hospitals in Boulogne and Le Havre. Towards the end of the account she was posted to a Field Ambulance (station) close to Ypres. (Summary by Andy Minter)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/diary-of-a-nursing-sister-on-the-western-front-1914-1915-by-anonymous/ |
br the title is think self explanatory nurse question went france beginning war remained may 1915 second battle ypres went back base hospital diary ceases although written diary form clearly taken letters home gives vivid sometimes distressing picture state casualties suffered period time general hospital le havre became one three four sisters working ambulance trains fetched wounded clearing hospitals close front line took back general hospitals boulogne le havre towards end account posted field ambulance station close ypres summary andy minter br br |
| 3083 |
3062 |
3454 |
Find the Woman |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>Who was Belle Charmion? If you really care to know, as John Fenton did, you must go with him on his quest, hither and yon over New York, into strange houses and through side streets at midnight, a shuttle in the secret loom of fate, weaving in and out through many-colored threads, until the pattern of the mystery is made clear. For the warp of his strange, adventurous career - love and beauty and diamonds. For the woof - some few cross currents of crime and misery. There, in brief, is the web of his drama. (From Prologue)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/find-the-woman-by-gelett-burgess/ |
p who belle charmion really care know john fenton did must go quest hither yon new york strange houses side streets midnight shuttle secret loom fate weaving many colored threads pattern mystery made clear warp strange adventurous career love beauty diamonds woof cross currents crime misery there brief web drama from prologue p |
| 3084 |
3063 |
3455 |
Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous |
George Berkeley |
Religion, Early Modern |
<p>Berkeley uses Hylas as his primary contemporary philosophical adversary, John Locke. A Hylas is featured in Greek mythology and the name Hylas is derived from an ancient Greek word for "matter" which Hylas argues for in the dialogues. Philonous translates as "lover of mind." In The First Dialogue, Hylas expresses his disdain for skepticism, adding that he has heard Philonous to have "maintained the most extravagant opinion... namely, that there is no such thing as material substance in the world." Philonous argues that it is actually Hylas who is the skeptic and that he can prove it. Thus, a philosophical battle of wit begins.\n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1713 |
https://librivox.org/three-dialogues-between-hylas-and-philonous-by-george-berkeley/ |
p berkeley uses hylas primary contemporary philosophical adversary john locke hylas featured greek mythology name hylas derived ancient greek word matter hylas argues dialogues philonous translates lover mind first dialogue hylas expresses disdain skepticism adding heard philonous maintained extravagant opinion namely thing material substance world philonous argues actually hylas skeptic prove it thus philosophical battle wit begins summary wikipedia p |
| 3085 |
3064 |
3456 |
Gold Hunter's Experience |
Chalkley J. Hambleton |
Memoirs |
<p>"Early in the summer of 1860, I had an attack of gold fever. In Chicago, the conditions for such a malady were all favorable. Since the panic of 1857 there had been three years of general depression, money was scarce, there was little activity in business, the outlook was discouraging, and I, like hundreds of others, felt blue."<br><br/> Thus Chalkley J. Hambleton begins his pithy and engrossing tale of participation in the Pike's Peak gold rush.<br><br/> Four men in partnership hauled 24 tons of mining equipment by ox cart across the Great Plains from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Denver, Colorado. Hambleton vividly recounts their encounters with buffalo herds, Indians, and"the returning army of disappointed gold seekers." <br/><br> Setting up camp near Mountain City, Colorado, Hambleton watched one man wash "several nice nuggets of shining gold" from the dirt and gravel, only to learn afterwards that "these same nuggets had been washed out several times before, whenever a 'tenderfoot' would come along, who it was thought might want to buy a rich claim."<br><br/> Two years later, "tired and disgusted with the whole business," Hambleton returned to Chicago, where he arrived "a wiser if not richer man." <br><br/> In later years, Hambleton was a prominent Chicago lawyer, real estate developer, and a member of the Chicago Board of Education. He wrote this candid account for family and friends, publishing it privately in 1898. It is based in good part on letters he had sent from the gold fields to his sister. Summing up his experience with wry humor, he writes: "After selling out my interest in the joint enterprise, I still had left some fifty claims on various lodes . . . Some time after returning to Chicago, I was making a real estate trade . . . and I threw in these fifty gold mines. . . Had I only kept them, and gotten up some artistic deeds of conveyance, in gilded letters, what magnificent wedding presents they would have made. . . In the long list of high-sounding, useless presents, the present of a gold mine would have led all the rest." (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-gold-hunters-experience-by-chalkley-j-hambleton/ |
p early summer 1860 attack gold fever chicago conditions malady favorable since panic 1857 three years general depression money scarce little activity business outlook discouraging i like hundreds others felt blue br br thus chalkley j hambleton begins pithy engrossing tale participation pike s peak gold rush br br four men partnership hauled 24 tons mining equipment ox cart across great plains st joseph missouri denver colorado hambleton vividly recounts encounters buffalo herds indians and the returning army disappointed gold seekers br br setting camp near mountain city colorado hambleton watched one man wash several nice nuggets shining gold dirt gravel learn afterwards these nuggets washed several times before whenever tenderfoot would come along thought might want buy rich claim br br two years later tired disgusted whole business hambleton returned chicago arrived a wiser richer man br br later years hambleton prominent chicago lawyer real estate developer member chicago board education wrote candid account family friends publishing privately 1898 based good part letters sent gold fields sister summing experience wry humor writes after selling interest joint enterprise still left fifty claims various lodes time returning chicago making real estate trade threw fifty gold mines kept them gotten artistic deeds conveyance gilded letters magnificent wedding presents would made long list high sounding useless presents present gold mine would led rest summary sue anderson p |
| 3086 |
3180 |
3577 |
House with the Twisting Passage |
Marion St. John Webb |
Children's Fiction |
<p>When Jenny goes to stay with her Aunt Abby, a caretaker in a grand old manor-house, she discovers a wonderful twisting passage on the second floor with an array of colourful characters living in the rooms along it – each of them with a story to tell. (Summary by Xenutia)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-with-the-twisting-passage-by-marion-st-john-webb/ |
p when jenny goes stay aunt abby caretaker grand old manor house discovers wonderful twisting passage second floor array colourful characters living rooms along story tell summary xenutia p |
| 3087 |
3065 |
3457 |
Against The Grain, or Against Nature |
Joris-Karl Huysmans |
General Fiction |
<p>“THE BOOK THAT DORIAN GRAY LOVED AND THAT INSPIRED OSCAR WILDE”. Such is the enticing epigraph of one early translation of Huysmans’ cult novel of 1884, which is also routinely called the Bible of Decadence. Accurate descriptions, both, of this bizarre masterpiece which has reverberated ever since through high and popular culture.</p><p>“Against Nature” (or in this version “Against The Grain”) explores to the furthest limit the life of the world-rejecting aesthete living a reclusive existence devoted entirely to artificial paradises of his own devising. This is no solemn tract, however: the book’s anti-hero Duc Jean Floressas Des Esseintes spectacularly fails to achieve his life’s work, as all his attempts to create worlds of perverse experience through synaesthesia and interior decoration prove ludicrously unsatisfying and injurious to health. An innocent tortoise also falls casualty to his theories, in the wonderful fifth chapter.</p><p>This is probably a novel best savoured one chapter at a time, and not only because John Howard’s clunky translation makes indigestible listening. Those who can skip whole chunks without guilt would do well to avoid chapters 4, 7, 12 and 14. Revel, however, in the wonders of 5, 8, 9 and 11. Encounter the jewel-encrusted chelonian, the butch lady acrobat, the nightmarish orchids that cause the hero to exclaim “All is Syphilis”…</p><p>Alas, this translation lacks a chapter, and two brief incidents are also suppressed on account of their sexual perversity. Enjoy what remains. (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/against-the-grain-or-against-nature-by-joris-karl-huysmans/ |
p the book dorian gray loved inspired oscar wilde enticing epigraph one early translation huysmans cult novel 1884 also routinely called bible decadence accurate descriptions both bizarre masterpiece reverberated ever since high popular culture p p against nature or version against grain explores furthest limit life world rejecting aesthete living reclusive existence devoted entirely artificial paradises devising solemn tract however book s anti hero duc jean floressas des esseintes spectacularly fails achieve life s work attempts create worlds perverse experience synaesthesia interior decoration prove ludicrously unsatisfying injurious health innocent tortoise also falls casualty theories wonderful fifth chapter p p this probably novel best savoured one chapter time john howard s clunky translation makes indigestible listening skip whole chunks without guilt would well avoid chapters 4 7 12 14 revel however wonders 5 8 9 11 encounter jewel encrusted chelonian butch lady acrobat nightmarish orchids cause hero exclaim all syphilis p p alas translation lacks chapter two brief incidents also suppressed account sexual perversity enjoy remains summary martin geeson p |
| 3088 |
3066 |
3458 |
Sons and Lovers |
D. H. Lawrence |
Published 1900 onward |
<br />This intimate portrait of a coal-miner's family fastens on each member in turn: Walter Morel, the collier; Gertrude, his wife; and the children: William, Annie, Arthur, and Paul. When Mrs. Morel begins to be estranged from her husband because of his poor financial sense and his drinking habits, she comes to inhabit the lives of her children - most particularly, her sons. She is determined that they will grow to be something more than men that come home blackened with coal dust every day and roaring with drink every night. As each grows up and moves away, she must release him. But Paul, she holds; they have a bond that defies time and the attractions of young women.\n<br /><br />Lawrence originally intended the book's title to be "Paul Morel" and it is on this son - and his lovers - that he spends the bulk of his tale. The strong mother can make a success of her son, but if he cannot learn to leave his mother's apron strings, will he really be a better man than his father? (Summary by Mark Smith)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/sons-and-lovers-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br this intimate portrait coal miner s family fastens member turn walter morel collier gertrude wife children william annie arthur paul mrs morel begins estranged husband poor financial sense drinking habits comes inhabit lives children particularly sons determined grow something men come home blackened coal dust every day roaring drink every night grows moves away must release him paul holds bond defies time attractions young women br br lawrence originally intended book s title paul morel son lovers spends bulk tale strong mother make success son cannot learn leave mother s apron strings really better man father summary mark smith br br |
| 3089 |
3067 |
3459 |
Confession |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction |
Mary Roberts Rinehart is claimed to have invented the "Had I but known" mystery genre. When Agnes Blakiston rented the old parsonage at Miss Emily's request she soon came to regret it. Was the house haunted? Did Miss Emily have a secret so terrible she would rather die than reveal it? To find the answers you will need to listen. (Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-confession-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
mary roberts rinehart claimed invented had known mystery genre agnes blakiston rented old parsonage miss emily s request soon came regret it house haunted miss emily secret terrible would rather die reveal it find answers need listen summary annise p |
| 3090 |
3068 |
3460 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 014 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, military history, humor, philosophy, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-014/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history politics military history humor philosophy nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 3091 |
3069 |
3461 |
Tragedy of the Korosko |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle was a British author most noted for his stories about the detective Sherlock Holmes, which are generally considered a major innovation in the field of crime fiction, and for the adventures of Professor Challenger. He was a prolific writer whose other works include science fiction stories, historical novels, plays and romances, poetry, and non-fiction.<br/><br/>\nPlot Summary: A group of European and American tourists is enjoying its trip in Egypt in the year 1895. They are sailing up the River Nile in a "a turtle-bottomed, round-bowed stern-wheeler", the Korosko. They intend to travel to Abousir at the southern frontier of Egypt, after which the Dervish country starts. They are attacked and abducted by a marauding band of Dervish warriors. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-the-korosko-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p sir arthur ignatius conan doyle british author noted stories detective sherlock holmes generally considered major innovation field crime fiction adventures professor challenger prolific writer whose works include science fiction stories historical novels plays romances poetry non fiction br br plot summary group european american tourists enjoying trip egypt year 1895 sailing river nile a turtle bottomed round bowed stern wheeler korosko intend travel abousir southern frontier egypt dervish country starts attacked abducted marauding band dervish warriors wikipedia p |
| 3092 |
3070 |
3462 |
House Where We Were Wed |
Will Carleton |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The House Where We Were Wed by Will Carleton. This was the fortnightly poetry project for August 23rd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-where-we-were-wed-by-will-carleton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings house wed carleton fortnightly poetry project august 23rd 2009 p |
| 3093 |
3071 |
3463 |
Retort |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Retort by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the weekly poetry project for August 23rd, 2009.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/retort-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings retort paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project august 23rd 2009 p |
| 3094 |
3146 |
3540 |
365 Foreign Dishes |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
Starters, main courses and desserts from around the world, one dish for every day of the year. From Turkey to China, from India to England, from Austria to Egypt, a wide variety of mouth-watering cuisines are represented. Each recipe is described in one short paragraph, making this book perfect for dipping into when you’re seeking inspiration on what to cook. (Summary by Lucy Perry)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/365-foreign-dishes-by-unknown/ |
starters main courses desserts around world one dish every day year turkey china india england austria egypt wide variety mouth watering cuisines represented recipe described one short paragraph making book perfect dipping you re seeking inspiration cook summary lucy perry p |
| 3095 |
3072 |
3464 |
They and I |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
<p>A man and his three children leave the “Little Mother” at home in the city and set up temporary housekeeping in a country cottage to supervise the remodeling of the house he has just purchased there. The story is narrated by the father. His interactions with his children, interspersed with his own recollections of past events, make for hilarious reading.<br><br>This is Jerome at his best, IMHO, although this is apparently one of this lesser known novels.\n(Summary by Debra Lynn)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/they-and-i-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
p a man three children leave little mother home city set temporary housekeeping country cottage supervise remodeling house purchased there story narrated father interactions children interspersed recollections past events make hilarious reading br br this jerome best imho although apparently one lesser known novels summary debra lynn p |
| 3096 |
3073 |
3465 |
Tourmalin’s Time Cheques |
F. Anstey |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
<br />Peter Tourmalin is on a sea voyage back home to England from Australia, to return to his fiancee, and he is very bored. The fact that the time difference adds on extra hours to his boredom only makes it worse. So when he gets a unique opportunity to deposit his spare time into an account with the "Anglo-Australian Joint Stock Time Bank, Limited" he doesn't hesitate for long. By opening this account, he doesn't have to spend his spare time right away, but can withdraw it at any future date, when he wants a break. All he has to do is present a time cheque to any clock, and he is immediately brought back aboard ship to spend the time withdrawn.<BR /><BR />Sounds perfect? Peter certainly thinks so, when on a dreary November morning in London, a little tired with his exacting fiancee, he presents his first cheque and gets to spend a sunny quarter of an hour aboard ship. However, things get complicated when it turns out the time withdrawn isn't in consecutive installments, but all mixed up, leaving Peter often with no clue of any preliminaries or his relationship with the person he finds himself with. Since he is almost always dropped in the middle of a conversation this can be tricky - especially since his encounters include tete-a-tetes with not one but two beautiful young ladies (never at the same time of course!)… And things only get more and more complicated... (Summary by Anna Simon)\n<br /><br />\nF. Anstey was a pseudonym of Thomas Anstey Guthrie.<br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tourmalins-time-cheques-by-thomas-anstey-guthrie/ |
br peter tourmalin sea voyage back home england australia return fiancee bored fact time difference adds extra hours boredom makes worse gets unique opportunity deposit spare time account anglo australian joint stock time bank limited hesitate long opening account spend spare time right away withdraw future date wants break present time cheque clock immediately brought back aboard ship spend time withdrawn br br sounds perfect peter certainly thinks so dreary november morning london little tired exacting fiancee presents first cheque gets spend sunny quarter hour aboard ship however things get complicated turns time withdrawn consecutive installments mixed up leaving peter often clue preliminaries relationship person finds with since almost always dropped middle conversation tricky especially since encounters include tete a tetes one two beautiful young ladies never time course things get complicated summary anna simon br br f anstey pseudonym thomas anstey guthrie br br |
| 3097 |
3074 |
3466 |
In His Steps |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
Christian Fiction |
<p>In His Steps takes place in the railroad town of Raymond. The main character is the Rev. Henry Maxwell, pastor of the First Church of Raymond, who challenges his congregation to not do anything for a whole year without first asking: “What Would Jesus Do?” (taken from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-his-steps-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
p in steps takes place railroad town raymond main character rev henry maxwell pastor first church raymond challenges congregation anything whole year without first asking what would jesus do taken wikipedia p |
| 3098 |
3075 |
3467 |
Duke of Chimney Butte |
George W. Ogden |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Westerns |
An exciting tale of gun play, brave deeds and romance as Jerry Lambert, the "Duke" tries to protect the ranch of the lovely and charming Vesta Philbrook from thieving neighbors and other evil doers. (Summary by Mike Vendetti)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-duke-of-chimney-butte-by-george-w-ogden/ |
exciting tale gun play brave deeds romance jerry lambert duke tries protect ranch lovely charming vesta philbrook thieving neighbors evil doers summary mike vendetti p |
| 3099 |
3076 |
3468 |
Mr. Wicker's Window |
Carley Dawson |
Children's Fiction |
When twelve-year-old Chris entered Mr. Wicker's shop to inquire about a job for his friend, something about old Mr. Wicker forced him to take the job himself. Chris found himself the pupil of Mr. Wicker, not the old man he first saw, but a powerful man in his forties--a magician. Chris learned how to turn himself into a fish, a bird, a fly, and with a magic rope he learned to make a boat or even an elephant.\n\nChris had been chosen to sail to China on a mysterious mission. Long before he sailed, Chris met the enemies who would try and stop him--evil Claggett Chew, the dandy Osterbridge Hawsey, the treacherous old beggar Simon Gosler. With a Nubian boy Chris brought to life with magic, he set out on his hazardous voyage.(Summary by Saturday Review of Literature)</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/mr-wickers-window-by-carley-dawson/ |
twelve year old chris entered mr wicker s shop inquire job friend something old mr wicker forced take job himself chris found pupil mr wicker old man first saw powerful man forties a magician chris learned turn fish bird fly magic rope learned make boat even elephant chris chosen sail china mysterious mission long sailed chris met enemies would try stop him evil claggett chew dandy osterbridge hawsey treacherous old beggar simon gosler nubian boy chris brought life magic set hazardous voyage summary saturday review literature p |
| 3100 |
3077 |
3469 |
Mann im Mond oder Der Zug des Herzens ist des Schicksals Stimme |
Wilhelm Hauff |
General Fiction, Romance, Satire |
<p>Präsidents Ida ist gerade von der Pension in der Residenzstadt zurückgekehrt und ihr Erscheinen auf dem Ball ist ein glänzender Erfolg. Doch sie hat nur Augen für den geheimnisvollen polnischen Grafen Martiniz, der jede Nacht die Stunde zwischen zwölf und ein Uhr im Münster verbringt. Aus der Residenz ergeht Befehl, den Grafen unbedingt in der Gegend zu halten, da er wegen seines beträchtlichen Vermögens mit einer nicht sehr gut beleumundeten und hoch verschuldeten Gräfin verheiratet werden soll. Auch Idas Pate ist von dem jungen Mann sehr angetan. Kann er das Geheimnis um den Grafen lüften?</p>\n\nHauff publizierte die Satire unter dem Namen des damals sehr bekannten Unterhaltungsschriftstellers Heinrich Clauren. Das Buch wurde ein großer Erfolg und provozierte einen Skandal, als Hauffs Autorenschaft ans Licht kam. \n\nHauff war durchaus kein Freund von seichter Unterhaltungsliteratur. In der Kontrovers-Predigt, den letzten beiden Abschnitten dieses Projekts, entlarvt er diese Sorte Literatur als Schund und Kitsch. Trotz seiner Bemühungen, den Lesern durch Übersättigung den Appetit auf solche Geschichten zu nehmen, ist Der Mann im Mond eine unterhaltsame Erzählung und nicht so seicht geraten, wie Hauff beabsichtigte.\n(Summary by Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/der-mann-im-mond-oder-der-zug-des-herzens-ist-des-schicksals-stimme-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
p präsidents ida ist gerade von der pension der residenzstadt zurückgekehrt und ihr erscheinen auf dem ball ist ein glänzender erfolg doch sie hat nur augen für den geheimnisvollen polnischen grafen martiniz der jede nacht die stunde zwischen zwölf und ein uhr im münster verbringt aus der residenz ergeht befehl den grafen unbedingt der gegend zu halten da er wegen seines beträchtlichen vermögens mit einer nicht sehr gut beleumundeten und hoch verschuldeten gräfin verheiratet werden soll auch idas pate ist von dem jungen mann sehr angetan kann er das geheimnis um den grafen lüften p hauff publizierte die satire unter dem namen des damals sehr bekannten unterhaltungsschriftstellers heinrich clauren das buch wurde ein großer erfolg und provozierte einen skandal als hauffs autorenschaft ans licht kam hauff war durchaus kein freund von seichter unterhaltungsliteratur der kontrovers predigt den letzten beiden abschnitten dieses projekts entlarvt er diese sorte literatur als schund und kitsch trotz seiner bemühungen den lesern durch übersättigung den appetit auf solche geschichten zu nehmen ist der mann im mond eine unterhaltsame erzählung und nicht seicht geraten wie hauff beabsichtigte summary hokuspokus p |
| 3101 |
3078 |
3470 |
Cat Tales |
Various |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Animals |
<p>Cat Tales is the first of a series of kid-friendly collections of animal stories and non-fiction. There'll be one or two grade-school-level texts on the animal, with eight-nine fiction works. Source for these is Project Gutenberg. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cat-tales-by-various/ |
p cat tales first series kid friendly collections animal stories non fiction there ll one two grade school level texts animal eight nine fiction works source project gutenberg summary bellonatimes p |
| 3102 |
3079 |
3471 |
School History of the Great War |
Charles A. Coulomb |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>A brief history of The Great War (World War I) designed for students in grades seven and eight. Special emphasis on European history leading up to the war, reasons and events leading to America's eventual entering the war, and possible ramifications of the war for future generations. \n(Summary by James Christopher)\n</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-school-history-of-the-great-war-by-albert-e-mckinley/ |
p a brief history great war world war i designed students grades seven eight special emphasis european history leading war reasons events leading america s eventual entering war possible ramifications war future generations summary james christopher p |
| 3103 |
3080 |
3472 |
Figure in the Carpet |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>The story ostensibly concerns a young literary critics who greatly admirs the writer Hugh Vereker. A meeting with Vereker, however, shows him that he – and all other critics – have in fact missed the great point of Verreker's work, and the critic (and his editor) thereupon devote themselves to trying to unravel the mystery. James's story, however, almost certainly has an autobiographical side to it, perhaps itself criticizing those critics who couldn't see, or wouldn't see, the figures lost in the carpet of his own writing. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-figure-in-the-carpet-by-henry-james/ |
p the story ostensibly concerns young literary critics greatly admirs writer hugh vereker meeting vereker however shows critics fact missed great point verreker s work critic and editor thereupon devote trying unravel mystery james s story however almost certainly autobiographical side it perhaps criticizing critics see see figures lost carpet writing summary nicholas clifford p |
| 3104 |
3081 |
3473 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 026 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-026/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3105 |
3082 |
3474 |
Simple Sabotage Field Manual |
United States Office of Strategic Services |
War & Military, Education |
<p>Formed during World War II, the United States Office of Strategic Services (OSS), was organized for special operations and intelligence gathering\nand analysis. Included in its mission was the implementation of, and training of foreign forces in, propaganda, espionage, subversion, and sabotage. After the war, OSS functions were transferred to the newly formed Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). <br /><br />\n\nThis "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" was used by OSS agents in training "citizen-saboteurs" in methods for inciting and executing simple sabotage to thwart industry and other vital functions in Axis-occupied areas.\n\n(Summary by James Christopher)\n</p> |
English |
1944 |
https://librivox.org/simple-sabotage-field-manual-by-united-states-office-of-strategic-services/ |
p formed world war ii united states office strategic services oss organized special operations intelligence gathering analysis included mission implementation of training foreign forces in propaganda espionage subversion sabotage war oss functions transferred newly formed central intelligence agency cia br br simple sabotage field manual used oss agents training citizen saboteurs methods inciting executing simple sabotage thwart industry vital functions axis occupied areas summary james christopher p |
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3475 |
John Halifax, Gentleman |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
This novel, published in 1856, was one of the popular and beloved novels in the Victorian era. It is told in the first person by Phineas Fletcher, an invalid son of a Quaker tanner who is presented to us in the beginning as a lonely youth. John Halifax, the first friend he ever had, is a poor orphan who is taken in by his father to help in the work which his sickly son can't constantly do. Phineas tells us in an unforgettable way how John succeeded in rising from his humble beginning and become a wealthy and successful man. But with the money come horrible troubles... In an unforgettable manner, we learn to know all the characters of the novel as if they really lived. (Summary by Stav Nisser)<br/><br/>Coordinated by Stav Nisser & Patti Cunningham<br/><br/> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/john-halifax-gentleman-by-dinah-craik/ |
novel published 1856 one popular beloved novels victorian era told first person phineas fletcher invalid son quaker tanner presented us beginning lonely youth john halifax first friend ever had poor orphan taken father help work sickly son can t constantly do phineas tells us unforgettable way john succeeded rising humble beginning become wealthy successful man money come horrible troubles unforgettable manner learn know characters novel really lived summary stav nisser br br coordinated stav nisser patti cunningham br br |
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3084 |
3476 |
Life of St. Teresa |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
<p>Saint Teresa of Ávila, also called Saint Teresa of Jesus, baptized as Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda y Ahumada, (March 28, 1515, at Gotarrendura (Ávila), Old Castile, Spain – October 4, 1582, at Alba de Tormes, Salamanca, Spain) was a prominent Spanish mystic, Carmelite nun, and writer of the Counter Reformation. She was a reformer of the Carmelite Order and is considered to be, along with John of the Cross, a founder of the Discalced Carmelites. In 1970 she was named a Doctor of the Church by Pope Paul VI. (Summary from wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-st-teresa-by-teresa-de-jesus/ |
p saint teresa ávila also called saint teresa jesus baptized teresa sánchez de cepeda ahumada march 28 1515 gotarrendura ávila old castile spain october 4 1582 alba de tormes salamanca spain prominent spanish mystic carmelite nun writer counter reformation reformer carmelite order considered be along john cross founder discalced carmelites 1970 named doctor church pope paul vi summary wikipedia org p |
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3092 |
3484 |
Story of 'Mormonism' |
James E. Talmage |
Religion |
<p>A few years before James E. Talmage was called to serve as an apostle for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as the "Mormon" church), he gave a series of lectures at universities such as the University of Michigan and Cornell, describing the history of the Church. These lectures were later compiled and published as 'The Story of "Mormonism."' It is a concise, yet informative summary for all interested in learning the history and beliefs of the "Mormon" church. (Summary by Nathan Markham)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/story-of-mormonism-the-by-james-e-talmage/ |
p a years james e talmage called serve apostle church jesus christ latter day saints also known mormon church gave series lectures universities university michigan cornell describing history church lectures later compiled published the story mormonism concise yet informative summary interested learning history beliefs mormon church summary nathan markham p |
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3181 |
3578 |
Down the Bayou |
Mary Ashley Townsend |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Down the Bayou by Mary Ashley Townsend. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 27th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/down-the-bayou-by-mary-ashley-townsend/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings bayou mary ashley townsend weekly poetry project september 27th 2009 p |
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3085 |
3477 |
De l'esprit des lois, livres 01-13 |
Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu |
Medieval |
<p>« Cet ouvrage a pour objet les lois, les coutumes et les divers usages de tous les peuples de la terre. On peut dire que le sujet est immense, puisqu'il embrasse toutes les institutions qui sont reçues parmi les hommes ; puisque l'auteur distingue ces institutions ; qu'il examine celles qui conviennent le plus à la société et à chaque société ; qu'il en cherche l'origine ; qu'il en découvre les causes physiques et morales ; qu'il examine celles qui ont un degré de bonté par elles-mêmes et celles qui n'en ont aucun; que de deux pratiques pernicieuses, il cherche celle qui l'est le plus et celle qui l'est le moins ; qu'il y discute celles qui peuvent avoir de bons effets à un certain égard, et de mauvais dans un autre. Il a cru ses recherches utiles, parce que le bon sens consiste beaucoup à connaître les nuances des choses. » <br/>(Résumé par Montesquieu)</p> |
French |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/de-lesprit-des-lois-by-charles-louis-de-montesquieu-1004/ |
p cet ouvrage pour objet les lois les coutumes et les divers usages de tous les peuples de la terre peut dire que le sujet est immense puisqu il embrasse toutes les institutions qui sont reçues parmi les hommes puisque l auteur distingue ces institutions qu il examine celles qui conviennent le plus à la société et à chaque société qu il en cherche l origine qu il en découvre les causes physiques et morales qu il examine celles qui ont un degré de bonté par elles mêmes et celles qui n en ont aucun que de deux pratiques pernicieuses il cherche celle qui l est le plus et celle qui l est le moins qu il discute celles qui peuvent avoir de bons effets à un certain égard et de mauvais dans un autre il cru ses recherches utiles parce que le bon sens consiste beaucoup à connaître les nuances des choses br résumé par montesquieu p |
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3086 |
3478 |
Verhalen van Sherlock Holmes |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<P>Een verzameling van negen avonturen van Sherlock Holmes, de bekende Britse detective, en zijn compaan Dr. Watson. (Samenvatting door Julie VW)</P>\nProefluisteraars: Bart de Leeuw, Marcel Coenders en Julie VW.</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sherlock-holmes-verhalen-van-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p een verzameling van negen avonturen van sherlock holmes de bekende britse detective en zijn compaan dr watson samenvatting door julie vw p proefluisteraars bart de leeuw marcel coenders en julie vw p |
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3087 |
3479 |
Alice in Blunderland: an Iridescent Dream (version 2) |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Fantasy Fiction |
<p>John Kendrick Bangs was an American author and satirist, and the creator of modern Bangasian Fantasy, the school of fantasy writing that sets the plot wholly or partially in the afterlife. (Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\nPlot summary: J K Bangs has taken Alice from Lewis Carroll's “Alice in Wonderland” and lets her on a boring day travel with the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Cheshire Cat and the other of Carroll's familiar characters to Blunderland. The story is a well written Satire, a witty, humorous tale of adventure and city politics, a tale of Alice in a land where nothing is as it should be. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/alice-in-blunderland-an-iridescent-dream-version-2-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
p john kendrick bangs american author satirist creator modern bangasian fantasy school fantasy writing sets plot wholly partially afterlife wikipedia br br plot summary j k bangs taken alice lewis carroll s alice wonderland lets boring day travel mad hatter march hare cheshire cat carroll s familiar characters blunderland story well written satire witty humorous tale adventure city politics tale alice land nothing be summary lars rolander p |
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3088 |
3480 |
Wise Woman |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
George MacDonald was an influential Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. MacDonald’s works (particularly his fairy tales and fantasy novels) claimed the admiration of such authors as J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and Madeleine L’Engle.<BR><BR>\nThe Wise Woman fairy tale was one of MacDonald’s more popular works. This delightful story describes how a woman of mysterious powers pays visits to two very different young girls: one a princess, the other a shepherd’s daughter. Neither girl is left unchanged by the startling events that are unleashed as a result: and the reader is confronted by astonishing fairy-worlds in which the girls are forced to choose between good and evil.\n<BR><BR>The Wise Woman has been subsequently republished under various titles, including:<BR>\n- The Lost Princess, and<BR>\n- A Double Story. (Summary by Godsend)<BR><BR>\nMeta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Starlite and Tricia G</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-wise-woman-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald influential scottish author poet christian minister macdonald s works particularly fairy tales fantasy novels claimed admiration authors j r r tolkien c s lewis madeleine l engle br br wise woman fairy tale one macdonald s popular works delightful story describes woman mysterious powers pays visits two different young girls one princess shepherd s daughter neither girl left unchanged startling events unleashed result reader confronted astonishing fairy worlds girls forced choose good evil br br the wise woman subsequently republished various titles including br lost princess and br double story summary godsend br br meta coordinator cataloging starlite tricia g p |
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3089 |
3481 |
Bible (KJV) 25: Lamentations |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Book of Lamentations is a series of mournful poems written by the Prophet Jeremiah as he saw the destruction of Jerusalem. Jeremiah laments the desolation of this once great city, as well as the condition of the people, many of whom were once surrounded by great wealth and honor. Jeremiah has been referred to by many as "The Weeping Prophet", and this book merely confirms the sense of this title. <br/>(Summary by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-25-lamentations-0909-mp/ |
p the book lamentations series mournful poems written prophet jeremiah saw destruction jerusalem jeremiah laments desolation great city well condition people many surrounded great wealth honor jeremiah referred many the weeping prophet book merely confirms sense title br summary mark penfold p |
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3090 |
3482 |
Voyage Round the World in His Majesty's Frigate Pandora |
George Hamilton |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>George Hamilton was the surgeon assigned to the frigate Pandora. The British Admiralty ordered the ship to the Pacific to arrest the Bounty mutineers and bring them back to England for trial. The commander, Captain Edward Edwards, also was ordered to chart the passage between Australia and New Guinea. While Edwards managed to arrest the mutineers still on Tahiti, he sank the Pandora on a reef near Australia. Hamilton tells this story and also the story of the crew's fate after the Pandora sank. (Summary by Roy Schreiber)<p> |
English |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/voyage-round-theworld-in-his-mayestys-frigate-pandora-by-george-hamilton/ |
p george hamilton surgeon assigned frigate pandora british admiralty ordered ship pacific arrest bounty mutineers bring back england trial commander captain edward edwards also ordered chart passage australia new guinea edwards managed arrest mutineers still tahiti sank pandora reef near australia hamilton tells story also story crew s fate pandora sank summary roy schreiber p |
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3093 |
3485 |
Symposium |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
<p>The Symposium (Ancient Greek: Συμπόσιον) is a philosophical book written by Plato sometime after 385 BCE. On one level the book deals with the genealogy, nature and purpose of love, on another level the book deals with the topic of knowledge, specifically how does one know what one knows. The topic of love is taken up in the form of a group of speeches, given by a group of men at a symposium or a wine drinking party at the house of the tragedian Agathon at Athens. Plato constructed the Symposium as a story within a story within a story. This architecture creates the space for Plato to build his philosophy of knowledge. The speech of Socrates points out that the highest purpose of Love is to become a Philosopher, or Lover of Wisdom. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-symposium-by-plato/ |
p the symposium ancient greek συμπόσιον philosophical book written plato sometime 385 bce one level book deals genealogy nature purpose love another level book deals topic knowledge specifically one know one knows topic love taken form group speeches given group men symposium wine drinking party house tragedian agathon athens plato constructed symposium story within story within story architecture creates space plato build philosophy knowledge speech socrates points highest purpose love become philosopher lover wisdom summary wikipedia p |
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3094 |
3486 |
One of Ours |
Willa Sibert Cather |
War & Military Fiction |
<p>This 1923 Pulitzer Prize winning novel was written by Willa Cather. This work had been inspired by reading her cousin G.P. Cather's wartime letters home to his mother. He was the first officer from Nebraska killed in World War I. Claude Wheeler, the subject of the novel, is a young man growing up on a Nebraska farm. The son of well to do parents, Claude is troubled by his apparent inability to find purpose with his life. Everything he does seems to turn out wrong, at least in his own mind. Although he is a skilled farmer, Claude believes his destiny lies elsewhere. While attending a church-affiliated college his parents have selected for him, he befriends a German family (the Ehrlichs’) who open his eyes to other possibilities in life. When Claude’s father expands the Wheeler farming interests, Claude must leave college to return to his roots and operate the Wheeler farm. During this period, he marries a childhood friend, Enid, in what turns out to be a marriage of convenience rather than love. Enid tries to convert her new husband to her many other causes such as Prohibition in Nebraska. Eventually, Enid leaves Claude to care for her missionary sister who is ill in China, and Claude is somewhat relieved to see her go. During this period, Europe is ablaze with World War I. Claude and his mother fervently follow the events. Claude eventually enlists in the American Expeditionary Forces, becomes an officer, and travels to France to fight for the cause. Finally believing he has found purpose in his life, Claude revels in his new freedom and responsibilities. Despite an influenza epidemic and the continuing hardships of the battlefield, Claude has never felt as though he mattered more. His pursuit of vague notions of purpose and principle culminate in a ferocious front-line encounter with an overwhelming German onslaught. (Summary by Tom Weiss and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/one-of-ours-by-willa-cather/ |
p this 1923 pulitzer prize winning novel written willa cather work inspired reading cousin g p cather s wartime letters home mother first officer nebraska killed world war i claude wheeler subject novel young man growing nebraska farm son well parents claude troubled apparent inability find purpose life everything seems turn wrong least mind although skilled farmer claude believes destiny lies elsewhere attending church affiliated college parents selected him befriends german family the ehrlichs open eyes possibilities life claude s father expands wheeler farming interests claude must leave college return roots operate wheeler farm period marries childhood friend enid turns marriage convenience rather love enid tries convert new husband many causes prohibition nebraska eventually enid leaves claude care missionary sister ill china claude somewhat relieved see go period europe ablaze world war i claude mother fervently follow events claude eventually enlists american expeditionary forces becomes officer travels france fight cause finally believing found purpose life claude revels new freedom responsibilities despite influenza epidemic continuing hardships battlefield claude never felt though mattered more pursuit vague notions purpose principle culminate ferocious front line encounter overwhelming german onslaught summary tom weiss wikipedia p |
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3095 |
3487 |
Kleine Johannes |
Frederik van Eeden |
Literary Fiction |
<P>De Kleine Johannes is een sprookje, waarin de ontwikkeling van kind tot volwassene en de worsteling met de levensraadsels centraal staan. We volgen het opgroeien van de kleine Johannes of in realiteit de schrijver zelf.<BR><BR>Short summary in English: This book is a fairytale, which represents the growing up of the author from a small boy to an adult.</p> |
Dutch |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/de-kleine-johannes-door-frederik-van-eeden/ |
p de kleine johannes een sprookje waarin de ontwikkeling van kind tot volwassene en de worsteling met de levensraadsels centraal staan volgen het opgroeien van de kleine johannes realiteit de schrijver zelf br br short summary english book fairytale represents growing author small boy adult p |
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3096 |
3488 |
Insidious Dr. Fu-Manchu |
Sax Rohmer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The first of the Fu-Manchu novels, this story follows the two characters who are set against the machinations of the insidious doctor.(Summary by FNH)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-insidious-dr-fu-manchu-by-sax-rohmer/ |
p the first fu manchu novels story follows two characters set machinations insidious doctor summary fnh p |
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3097 |
3489 |
History of Pompey the Little |
Francis Coventry |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p>"Pompey, the son of Julio and Phyllis, was born A.D. 1735, at Bologna in Italy, a place famous for lap-dogs and sausages." At an early age he was carried away from the boudoir of his Italian mistress by Hillario, an English gentleman illustrious for his gallantries, who brought him to London.<br/><br/>\n\nThe rest of the history is really a chain of social episodes, each closed by the incident that Pompey becomes the property of some fresh person. In this way we find ourselves in a dozen successive scenes, each strongly contrasted with the others. It is the art of the author that he knows exactly how much to tell us without wearying our attention, and is able to make the transition to the next scene a plausible one. (Summary by Edmund Gosse in "Gossip in a Library" http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/11628)</p> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-pompey-the-little-by-francis-coventry/ |
p pompey son julio phyllis born a d 1735 bologna italy place famous lap dogs sausages early age carried away boudoir italian mistress hillario english gentleman illustrious gallantries brought london br br rest history really chain social episodes closed incident pompey becomes property fresh person way find dozen successive scenes strongly contrasted others art author knows exactly much tell us without wearying attention able make transition next scene plausible one summary edmund gosse gossip library http www gutenberg org etext 11628 p |
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3098 |
3490 |
Following the Equator: A Journey Around the World |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Following the Equator (American English title) or More Tramps Abroad (English title) is a non-fiction travelogue published by American author Mark Twain in 1897.\n\nTwain was practically bankrupt in 1894 due to a failed investment into a "revolutionary" typesetting machine. In an attempt to extricate himself from debt of $100,000 (equivalent of about $2 million in 2005) he undertook a tour of the British Empire in 1895, a route chosen to provide numerous opportunities for lectures in the English language.\n\nIn Following the Equator, an account of that travel published in 1897, the author unmasks and criticizes racism, imperialism and missionary zeal in observations woven into the narrative with classical Twain wit. \nOf particular interest, historically, are Twain's references to Cecil Rhodes in Australia and South Africa, the in-depth description of "Thugs" and "Thuggee" in India and the Boer War period and diamonds in South Africa. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/following-the-equator-by-mark-twain/ |
following equator american english title tramps abroad english title non fiction travelogue published american author mark twain 1897 twain practically bankrupt 1894 due failed investment revolutionary typesetting machine attempt extricate debt 100 000 equivalent 2 million 2005 undertook tour british empire 1895 route chosen provide numerous opportunities lectures english language following equator account travel published 1897 author unmasks criticizes racism imperialism missionary zeal observations woven narrative classical twain wit particular interest historically twain s references cecil rhodes australia south africa in depth description thugs thuggee india boer war period diamonds south africa summary wikipedia john greenman p |
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3099 |
3491 |
Olalla |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>"Olalla" was a "shilling shocker" written for the Christmas season in 1885, just before the publication of Stevenson's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The nameless protagonist of this Gothic tale, a wounded soldier, goes to the Spanish countryside to recuperate. He finds himself enthralled by the beautiful Olalla, the daughter of his hostess, whose family conceals a terrible secret. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/olalla-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
p olalla shilling shocker written christmas season 1885 publication stevenson s dr jekyll mr hyde nameless protagonist gothic tale wounded soldier goes spanish countryside recuperate finds enthralled beautiful olalla daughter hostess whose family conceals terrible secret summary elizabeth klett p |
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3100 |
3492 |
Paul and Virginia |
Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre |
General Fiction |
Paul and Virginia was first published in 1787. The novel's title characters are very good friends since birth who fall in love, but sadly die when the ship Le Saint-Geran is wrecked. The story is set in the island of Mauritius under French rule, then named Île de France, which the author had visited. Written on the eve of the French Revolution, the novel is hailed as Bernardin's finest work. It records the fate of a child of nature corrupted by the false, artificial sentimentality that prevailed at the time among the upper classes of France.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1787 |
https://librivox.org/paul-and-virginia-by-jacques-henri-bernardin-de-saint-pierre/ |
paul virginia first published 1787 novel s title characters good friends since birth fall love sadly die ship le saint geran wrecked story set island mauritius french rule named île de france author visited written eve french revolution novel hailed bernardin s finest work records fate child nature corrupted false artificial sentimentality prevailed time among upper classes france summary wikipedia p |
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3101 |
3493 |
Return of Dr. Fu-Manchu |
Sax Rohmer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Burmese Commisioner Nayland Smith and his faithful friend Dr Petrie continue their fight against the evil genius of Dr Fu-Manchu when they seek to save the good doctor's lost love and protect the British Empire from disaster when their malignant enemy returns to England. (Summary by Elaine Tweddle)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-dr-fu-manchu-by-sax-rohmer/ |
p burmese commisioner nayland smith faithful friend dr petrie continue fight evil genius dr fu manchu seek save good doctor s lost love protect british empire disaster malignant enemy returns england summary elaine tweddle p |
| 3125 |
3102 |
3494 |
Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-madinah and Meccah |
Richard Francis Burton |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Travel & Geography |
Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821 – 1890) was an English explorer, translator, writer, soldier, orientalist, ethnologist, linguist, poet, hypnotist, fencer and diplomat. He was known for his travels and explorations within Asia and Africa as well as his extraordinary knowledge of languages and cultures. According to one count, he spoke 29 European, Asian, and African languages.<br /><br />Burton's best-known achievements include traveling in disguise to Mecca, The Book of One Thousand Nights and A Night, an unexpurgated translation of One Thousand and One Nights, bringing the Kama Sutra to publication in English, and journeying with John Hanning Speke as the first Europeans led by Africa's greatest explorer guide, Sidi Mubarak Bombay, utilizing route information by Indian and Omani merchants who traded in the region, to visit the Great Lakes of Africa in search of the source of the Nile. Burton extensively criticized colonial policies (to the detriment of his career) in his works and letters. He was a prolific and erudite author and wrote numerous books and scholarly articles about subjects including human behavior, travel, fencing, sexual practices, and ethnography. A unique feature of his books is the copious footnotes and appendices containing remarkable observations and unexpurgated information. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/personal-narrative-of-a-pilgrimage-by-richard-francis-burton/ |
sir richard francis burton 1821 1890 english explorer translator writer soldier orientalist ethnologist linguist poet hypnotist fencer diplomat known travels explorations within asia africa well extraordinary knowledge languages cultures according one count spoke 29 european asian african languages br br burton s best known achievements include traveling disguise mecca book one thousand nights night unexpurgated translation one thousand one nights bringing kama sutra publication english journeying john hanning speke first europeans led africa s greatest explorer guide sidi mubarak bombay utilizing route information indian omani merchants traded region visit great lakes africa search source nile burton extensively criticized colonial policies to detriment career works letters prolific erudite author wrote numerous books scholarly articles subjects including human behavior travel fencing sexual practices ethnography unique feature books copious footnotes appendices containing remarkable observations unexpurgated information summary wikipedia p |
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3103 |
3495 |
Principia Ethica |
George Edward Moore |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
George Edward Moore, usually known as G. E. Moore, (1873 – 1958) was a distinguished and influential English philosopher. He was, with Bertrand Russell, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and (before them) Gottlob Frege, one of the founders of the analytic tradition in philosophy.\n\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/principia-ethica-by-george-edward-moore/ |
george edward moore usually known g e moore 1873 1958 distinguished influential english philosopher was bertrand russell ludwig wittgenstein before them gottlob frege one founders analytic tradition philosophy |
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3104 |
3496 |
From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01 |
Titus Livius |
Antiquity |
Ab urbe condita, is a monumental history of ancient Rome written in the Latin language by Titus Livius(Livy), an ancient Roman historian. The work covers the time from the stories of Aeneas, the earliest legendary period from before the city's founding in c. 753 BC, to Livy's own times in the reign of the emperor, Augustus. The last year covered by Livy is 745 AUC, or 9 BC, the death of Drusus. About 25% of the work survives.<br><br>Livy's History of Rome was in demand from the publication of the first packet. Livy became so famous that a man from Cadiz travelled to Rome just to see him, and once he had seen, returned home. The popularity of the work continued through the entire classical period. A number of Roman authors used Livy, including Aurelius Victor, Cassiodorus, Eutropius, Festus, Florus, Granius Licinianus and Orosius.<br><br>Livy wrote during the reign of Augustus, who came to power after a civil war with generals and consuls claiming to be defending the Roman Republic. Livy's enthusiasm for the republic is evident from the first pentade of his work, and yet the Julio-Claudian family were as much fans of Livy as anyone. Livy must have been viewed as a harmless and irrelevant advocate of the ancient morality, which was a known public stance of the citizens of Patavium.<br><br>During the Middle Ages interest in Livy fell off. Due to the length of the work the literate class were already reading summaries rather than the work itself, which was tedious to copy, expensive, and required a lot of storage space. It must have been during this period, if not before, that MSS began to be lost without replacement.<br><br>The Renaissance was a time of intense revival; the population discovered that Livy was being lost and large amounts of money changed hands in the rush to collect Livy manuscripts. The poet, Beccadelli, sold a country home for the money to purchase one manuscript copied by Poggio. Petrarch and Pope Nicholas V launched a search for the now missing books. Laurentius Valla published an emended text initiating the field of Livy scholarship. Dante speaks highly of him in his poetry, and Francis I of France commissioned extensive artwork treating Livian themes; Niccolò Machiavelli's work on republics, the Discourses on Livy is presented as a commentary on the History of Rome. Respect for Livy rose to lofty heights. (Summary adapted from Wikipaedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-foundation-of-the-city-by-titus-livius/ |
ab urbe condita monumental history ancient rome written latin language titus livius livy ancient roman historian work covers time stories aeneas earliest legendary period city s founding c 753 bc livy s times reign emperor augustus last year covered livy 745 auc 9 bc death drusus 25 work survives br br livy s history rome demand publication first packet livy became famous man cadiz travelled rome see him seen returned home popularity work continued entire classical period number roman authors used livy including aurelius victor cassiodorus eutropius festus florus granius licinianus orosius br br livy wrote reign augustus came power civil war generals consuls claiming defending roman republic livy s enthusiasm republic evident first pentade work yet julio claudian family much fans livy anyone livy must viewed harmless irrelevant advocate ancient morality known public stance citizens patavium br br during middle ages interest livy fell off due length work literate class already reading summaries rather work itself tedious copy expensive required lot storage space must period before mss began lost without replacement br br the renaissance time intense revival population discovered livy lost large amounts money changed hands rush collect livy manuscripts poet beccadelli sold country home money purchase one manuscript copied poggio petrarch pope nicholas v launched search missing books laurentius valla published emended text initiating field livy scholarship dante speaks highly poetry francis france commissioned extensive artwork treating livian themes niccolò machiavelli s work republics discourses livy presented commentary history rome respect livy rose lofty heights summary adapted wikipaedia karen merline p |
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3105 |
3497 |
Channel Passage |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of A Channel Passage by Rupert Brooke. This was the weekly poetry project for August 30th, 2009.<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-channel-passage-by-rupert-brooke/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings channel passage rupert brooke weekly poetry project august 30th 2009 p |
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3114 |
3507 |
Students’ Roman Empire part 2, A History of the Roman Empire from Its Foundation to the Death of Marcus Aurelius (27 B.C.-180 A.D.) |
John Bagnell Bury |
Antiquity |
<p>The writings of J. B. Bury, on subjects ranging from ancient Greece to the 19th-century papacy, are at once scholarly and accessible to the layman. This work covers the period from the beginning of the Roman Empire until Gibbon begins; from Augustus through Marcus Aurelius and the Antoinine Emporers. (Summary by kmerline)</p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/students-roman-empire-part-2-by-j-b-bury/ |
p the writings j b bury subjects ranging ancient greece 19th century papacy scholarly accessible layman work covers period beginning roman empire gibbon begins augustus marcus aurelius antoinine emporers summary kmerline p |
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3106 |
3498 |
Danger in Deep Space (Dramatic Reading) |
Carey Rockwell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Science Fiction |
The year is 2353. Tom Corbett is a cadet with the Space Academy, training to become a member of the elite Solar Guard. Sent on a top-secret mission across the stars, Tom and his fellow crew members discover the nature of true loyalty, as they battle against danger in deep space.\n(Summary by Stuart Bell.)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4269">Sam Holloway</a><br>\nMajor Connel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2588">Padraig O'hIceadha</a><br>\nTom Corbett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4271">David Ault</a><br>\nRoger Manning: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4285">Matt Baker</a><br>\nBill Loring & Captain Jenledge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1782">Matthew Ward</a><br>\nMr Shinny & Captain Strong: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nAstro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4189">Megan Argo</a><br>\nAl Mason: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a><br>\nAlfie Higgins & Jet Liner San Francisco: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>\nTerry Scott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>\nCaptain Stefens & Restaurant Voice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1870">Stuart Bell</a><br>\nCommander Walters & James Jardine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4274">David Sloan</a><br>\nEnlisted Guard & First Skipper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4268">Jody Bly</a><br>\nLeland Bangs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nSpaceport Control: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>\nCentral Communicator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1870">Stuart Bell</a><br>\nProoflisteners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4285">Matt Baker</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9082">Micky</a><br>\n<BR> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/danger-in-deep-space-dramatic-reading-by-carey-rockwell/ |
year 2353 tom corbett cadet space academy training become member elite solar guard sent top secret mission across stars tom fellow crew members discover nature true loyalty battle danger deep space summary stuart bell br br cast list br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4269 sam holloway a br major connel a href https librivox org reader 2588 padraig o hiceadha a br tom corbett a href https librivox org reader 4271 david ault a br roger manning a href https librivox org reader 4285 matt baker a br bill loring captain jenledge a href https librivox org reader 1782 matthew ward a br mr shinny captain strong a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br astro a href https librivox org reader 4189 megan argo a br al mason a href https librivox org reader 3960 mgvestal a br alfie higgins jet liner san francisco a href https librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br terry scott a href https librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br captain stefens restaurant voice a href https librivox org reader 1870 stuart bell a br commander walters james jardine a href https librivox org reader 4274 david sloan a br enlisted guard first skipper a href https librivox org reader 4268 jody bly a br leland bangs a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br spaceport control a href https librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br central communicator a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 1870 stuart bell a br prooflisteners a href https librivox org reader 4285 matt baker a a href https librivox org reader 9082 micky a br br |
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3107 |
3499 |
Marriage, volume 1 |
Susan Edmonstoune Ferrier |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>"Love!--A word by superstition thought a God; by use turned to an humour; by self-will made a flattering madness." - Alexander and Campaspe.</p>\n\n<p>Lady Juliana, the indulged and coddled seventeen ("And a half, papa") year old daughter of the Earl of Cortland, is betrothed by her father to a wealthy old Duke who can give her every luxury. She instead runs away and marries her very handsome but penniless lover. Very soon, they are forced to travel to Scotland to live with his quirky family in a rundown "castle" in the barren wilderness. Can this marriage survive?(Summary by P.Cunningham)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/marriage-volume-1-by-susan-edmonstoune-ferrier/ |
p love a word superstition thought god use turned humour self will made flattering madness alexander campaspe p p lady juliana indulged coddled seventeen and half papa year old daughter earl cortland betrothed father wealthy old duke give every luxury instead runs away marries handsome penniless lover soon forced travel scotland live quirky family rundown castle barren wilderness marriage survive summary p cunningham p |
| 3132 |
3108 |
3500 |
Short Poetry Collection 083 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems submitted by LibriVox volunteers for the months of September and October 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-083/ |
collection poems submitted librivox volunteers months september october 2009 p |
| 3133 |
3109 |
3502 |
Arabic Primer |
Sir Arthur Cotton |
Language learning |
<p>“Languages”, Sir Arthur Cotton writes, “are usually learnt as if it took a long time to learn the grammar &c., but that to speak with a good pronunciation and expression, and freely, and to catch the words from a speaker by the ear were easily and quickly acquired, but this is exactly contrary to fact.” Cotton’s “Vocal system” differs from the traditional grammatical method of learning languages in that it emphasises the development of correct pronunciation and the gradual acquisition of correct expressions and vocabulary. This is achieved through listening and repeating words and phrases uttered by a teacher. In the case of this audiobook, the teacher is the reader himself. The Arabic Primer contains only the simplest and most basic Arabic words. It allows the student to gain a foundational knowledge of the sounds and expressions of the Arabic language. Having mastered this work, the student can continue to develop his or her knowledge of Arabic through more advanced textbooks. (Summary by Nicholas Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/arabic-primer-by-sir-arthur-cotton/ |
p languages sir arthur cotton writes are usually learnt took long time learn grammar c speak good pronunciation expression freely catch words speaker ear easily quickly acquired exactly contrary fact cotton s vocal system differs traditional grammatical method learning languages emphasises development correct pronunciation gradual acquisition correct expressions vocabulary achieved listening repeating words phrases uttered teacher case audiobook teacher reader himself arabic primer contains simplest basic arabic words allows student gain foundational knowledge sounds expressions arabic language mastered work student continue develop knowledge arabic advanced textbooks summary nicholas bridgewater p |
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3110 |
3503 |
Sylvia's Lovers |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction |
<p>The novel begins in the 1790s in the coastal town of Monkshaven. Sylvia Robson lives with her parents on a farm, and is loved by her rather dull Quaker cousin Philip. She, however, meets and falls in love with Charlie Kinraid, a sailor on a whaling vessel, and they become engaged, although few people know of the engagement. But Charlie gets press-ganged and has to leave without a word... (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/sylvias-lovers-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
p the novel begins 1790s coastal town monkshaven sylvia robson lives parents farm loved rather dull quaker cousin philip she however meets falls love charlie kinraid sailor whaling vessel become engaged although people know engagement charlie gets press ganged leave without word summary wikipedia p |
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3111 |
3504 |
Bible (KJV) 12: 2 Kings |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>The history of the kings of Judah and Israel until their downfall. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-kings-from-the-king-james-version/ |
p the history kings judah israel downfall summary joy chan p |
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3112 |
3505 |
Red Thumb Mark |
R. Austin Freeman |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Missing diamonds, untouched safe, two blood smeared thumb prints and a mysterious Mr X. If these are present, Dr Thorndyke must be there too. Will he be able to solve this case?<br><br>The Red Thumb Mark is the first novel of Freeman’s best-selling Thorndyke series. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-thumb-mark-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
p missing diamonds untouched safe two blood smeared thumb prints mysterious mr x present dr thorndyke must too able solve case br br the red thumb mark first novel freeman s best selling thorndyke series summary diana majlinger p |
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3113 |
3506 |
Type-Writer Girl |
Grant Allen |
General Fiction |
(under the pseudonym Olive Pratt Rayner) <p>"There is no more pathetic figure in our world to-day than the common figure of the poor young lady, crushed between classes above and below, and left with scarce a chance of earning her bread with decency." So says Juliet Appleton’s boss, encouraging her to put her story into print. How will this college-educated 23-year-old survive the Darwinian Battle of Life in late Victorian England? She’s fundless in London but armed, by way of adaptive structures, with those two high-tech devices of the day: a bicycle for mobility and a typewriter for utility. (Summary by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-type-writer-girl-by-grant-allen/ |
under pseudonym olive pratt rayner p there pathetic figure world to day common figure poor young lady crushed classes below left scarce chance earning bread decency says juliet appleton s boss encouraging put story print college educated 23 year old survive darwinian battle life late victorian england she s fundless london armed way adaptive structures two high tech devices day bicycle mobility typewriter utility summary grant hurlock p |
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3115 |
3508 |
Story of My Misfortunes (or: Historia Calamitatum) |
Pierre Abélard |
Memoirs |
<p>Autobiographies from remote historical periods can be especially fascinating.\nModes of self-presentation vary greatly across the centuries, as of course does\nthe very concept of Self.<br/><br/>\n\nPeter Abelard, the medieval philosopher and composer, here gives a concise\nbut vivid survey of his notoriously calamitous life. The work is couched in the\nform of a letter to an afflicted friend. Abelard's abrasively competitive, often\narrogant personality emerges at once in the brief Foreword, where he informs his\ncorrespondent: "(I)n comparing your sorrows with mine, you may discover that\nyours are in truth nought.. and so shall you come to bear them the more easily."\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-my-misfortunes-by-peter-abelard/ |
p autobiographies remote historical periods especially fascinating modes self presentation vary greatly across centuries course concept self br br peter abelard medieval philosopher composer gives concise vivid survey notoriously calamitous life work couched form letter afflicted friend abelard s abrasively competitive often arrogant personality emerges brief foreword informs correspondent i n comparing sorrows mine may discover truth nought shall come bear easily summary martin geeson p |
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3509 |
Army Letters from an Officer's Wife, 1871-1888 |
Frances M. A. Roe |
War & Military, Memoirs, Letters |
<p><i>"There appeared from the bushes in front of me, and right in the path, two immense gray wolves . . . Rollo saw them and stopped instantly, giving deep sighs, preparing to snort, I knew . . . To give myself courage, I talked to the horse, slowly turning him around . . . when out of the bushes in front of us, there came a third wolf! The situation was not pleasant and without stopping to think, I said ‘Rollo, we must run him down - now do your best’ and taking a firm hold of the bridle, and bracing myself in the saddle, I struck the horse with my whip and gave an awful scream. . .</i>”<br><br> Thus, the spunky and resourceful Frances Roe recounts one of her many adventures. Frances was the young wife of a West Point Army officer, whose career took them both to frontier garrisons in what are now the states of Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Utah, Montana, and Wyoming. Her letters home to her family in upstate New York, written between 1871 and 1888, and published in book form in 1909, are a fascinating chronicle of life on the frontier. Despite the grittiness of keeping house in tent-and-log-cabin quarters, Frances took to Western life, learning to shoot and ride (side saddle), fly fish for trout and hunt buffalo. Her letters, chatty and detailed, open windows on varied aspects of frontier and army life: army protocol (including the right of senior officers to bump subordinates out of their housing ); the Indian tribes--Arapahoe, Cheyenne, Apache, Kiowa (ceremonial visits from chiefs as well as Indian warfare); the black cavalry troops (at Camp Supply in Indian Territory); Chinese cooks (also Polish, Irish, and enlisted men doing kitchen duty). Her letters span years of rapid change in the West. They touch on the disappearance of the buffalo herds, the decline of the Indian tribes and the coming of the railroads. Even Yellowstone Park, established in 1872, gets a mention:<i> “Now that the park can be reached by railroad, all of the generals, congressmen, and judges are seized with a desire to inspect it--in other words, it gives them a fine excuse for an outing at Uncle Sam’s expense.”</i><br><br>Her emotions run deep when she writes: <i>“I love army life here in the West, and I love all the things that it brings to me--the grand mountains, the plains, and the fine hunting.” </i> But, Frances’ husband, Fayette Washington Roe, is eventually promoted to a headquarters desk job. Frances tries to evinse enthusiasm for town life:<i> “since I cannot return to the plains, I might as well go to the city, where we will meet people of culture.” </i> But even shopping for the necessary clothes distresses her: <i>“Parasols have bothered me. I would forget to open them in the street, and would invariably leave them in the stores when shopping and then have to go about looking them up.” </i> She then utters a timeless cry of urban angst: <i>“It is the feeling of loneliness I mind here--of being lost and no one to search for me.” </i>(written at a hotel in Omaha, Nebraska in August 1888) Anyone with nostalgia for or curiosity about the Old American West will certainly enjoy this book. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/army-letters-from-an-officers-wife-1871-1888-by-frances-m-a-roe/ |
p i there appeared bushes front me right path two immense gray wolves rollo saw stopped instantly giving deep sighs preparing snort knew give courage talked horse slowly turning around bushes front us came third wolf situation pleasant without stopping think said rollo must run best taking firm hold bridle bracing saddle struck horse whip gave awful scream i br br thus spunky resourceful frances roe recounts one many adventures frances young wife west point army officer whose career took frontier garrisons states kansas colorado oklahoma utah montana wyoming letters home family upstate new york written 1871 1888 published book form 1909 fascinating chronicle life frontier despite grittiness keeping house tent and log cabin quarters frances took western life learning shoot ride side saddle fly fish trout hunt buffalo letters chatty detailed open windows varied aspects frontier army life army protocol including right senior officers bump subordinates housing indian tribes arapahoe cheyenne apache kiowa ceremonial visits chiefs well indian warfare black cavalry troops at camp supply indian territory chinese cooks also polish irish enlisted men kitchen duty letters span years rapid change west touch disappearance buffalo herds decline indian tribes coming railroads even yellowstone park established 1872 gets mention i now park reached railroad generals congressmen judges seized desire inspect it in words gives fine excuse outing uncle sam s expense i br br her emotions run deep writes i i love army life west love things brings me the grand mountains plains fine hunting i but frances husband fayette washington roe eventually promoted headquarters desk job frances tries evinse enthusiasm town life i since cannot return plains might well go city meet people culture i even shopping necessary clothes distresses her i parasols bothered me would forget open street would invariably leave stores shopping go looking up i utters timeless cry urban angst i it feeling loneliness mind here of lost one search me i written hotel omaha nebraska august 1888 anyone nostalgia curiosity old american west certainly enjoy book summary sue anderson p |
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3117 |
3510 |
My Father's Dragon |
Ruth Stiles Gannett |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A short story about a boy who befriends a cat and then sets off on an adventure to rescue a dragon<p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/my-fathers-dragon-by-ruth-stiles-gannett/ |
p a short story boy befriends cat sets adventure rescue dragon p |
| 3141 |
3118 |
3511 |
Kenilworth |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
<p>An Elizabethan era historical novel by Scotland's master of fiction, Sir Walter Scott. With a cast of historical and created characters, including the Queen herself, Scott presents the sad history and tragic consequences of the secretive marriage of young Amy Robsart and the Earl of Leicester. (Summary by SK) </p> |
English |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/kenilworth-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p an elizabethan era historical novel scotland s master fiction sir walter scott cast historical created characters including queen herself scott presents sad history tragic consequences secretive marriage young amy robsart earl leicester summary sk p |
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3119 |
3512 |
Judge Burnham's Daughters |
Pansy |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
<p>Fifth in the Chautauqua Girls series. Ruth Erskine Burnham has helped raise her husband's two daughters, but all have rejected her faith and values. The constant pressure to compromise has weakened her walk and made her life miserable. Her one comfort is her sickly 5 year old son. Will she return to the strong faith of her young womanhood, and will her family finally follow? (Summary by Tricia G)</p>\n<p>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ester-ried-yet-speaking-by-pansy/">Ester Ried Yet Speaking</a><br>\nNext book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/workers-together-by-pansy/">Workers Together, or, An Endless Chain</a></p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/judge-burnhams-daughters-by-pansy/ |
p fifth chautauqua girls series ruth erskine burnham helped raise husband s two daughters rejected faith values constant pressure compromise weakened walk made life miserable one comfort sickly 5 year old son return strong faith young womanhood family finally follow summary tricia g p p previous book series a href http librivox org ester ried yet speaking by pansy ester ried yet speaking a br next book series a href http librivox org workers together by pansy workers together or endless chain a p |
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3120 |
3513 |
Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini Vol 2 |
Benvenuto Cellini |
Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Cellini's autobiographical memoirs, which he began writing in Florence in 1558, give a detailed account of his singular career, as well as his loves, hatreds, passions, and delights, written in an energetic, direct, and racy style. They show a great self-regard and self-assertion, sometimes running into extravagances which are impossible to credit. He even writes in a complacent way of how he contemplated his murders before carrying them out. He writes of his time in Paris:\n \nParts of his tale recount some extraordinary events and phenomena; such as his stories of conjuring up a legion of devils in the Colosseum, after one of his not innumerous mistresses had been spirited away from him by her mother; of the marvelous halo of light which he found surrounding his head at dawn and twilight after his Roman imprisonment, and his supernatural visions and angelic protection during that adversity; and of his being poisoned on two separate occasions.\n\nThe autobiography is a classic, and commonly regarded as one of the most colourful; it is certainly the most important autobiography from the Renaissance. \n\nCellini's autobiography is one of the books Tom Sawyer mentions as inspiration while freeing Jim in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-benvenuto-cellini-vol-2-by-benvenuto-cellini/ |
p cellini s autobiographical memoirs began writing florence 1558 give detailed account singular career well loves hatreds passions delights written energetic direct racy style show great self regard self assertion sometimes running extravagances impossible credit even writes complacent way contemplated murders carrying out writes time paris parts tale recount extraordinary events phenomena stories conjuring legion devils colosseum one innumerous mistresses spirited away mother marvelous halo light found surrounding head dawn twilight roman imprisonment supernatural visions angelic protection adversity poisoned two separate occasions autobiography classic commonly regarded one colourful certainly important autobiography renaissance cellini s autobiography one books tom sawyer mentions inspiration freeing jim adventures huckleberry finn summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 3144 |
3121 |
3514 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 003 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 003: a collection of 10 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-003/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 003 collection 10 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 3145 |
3122 |
3515 |
Billy in Bunbury |
Royal Baking Powder Company |
Poetry, Cooking |
<br />This 1924 poem/recipe book, designed as promotional material for the Royal Baking Powder Company, is set in the Oz community of Bunbury. Little Billy, who won't eat, is taken to the delicious kingdom Bunbury by King Hun Bun to help whet his appetite. Meanwhile, the King leaves the boy's mother with a recipe book for treats, made easy by the use of Price's Baking Powder.<br /><br />\nWritten by Ruth Plumly Thompson, though neither her name, nor the illustrator’s (Gertrude Kay) appears on the book. (Summary by P. Cunningham)<br /><br /> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/billy-in-bunbury-by-royal-baking-powder-company/ |
br this 1924 poem recipe book designed promotional material royal baking powder company set oz community bunbury little billy eat taken delicious kingdom bunbury king hun bun help whet appetite meanwhile king leaves boy s mother recipe book treats made easy use price s baking powder br br written ruth plumly thompson though neither name illustrator s gertrude kay appears book summary p cunningham br br |
| 3146 |
3130 |
3523 |
Long Ago |
Jacob William Wright |
Memoirs |
<p>Short memory of boyhood by a little-known American poet based in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-long-ago-by-jacob-william-wright/ |
p short memory boyhood little known american poet based carmel by the sea california summary bellonatimes p |
| 3147 |
3263 |
3667 |
Little Florida Lady |
Dorothy C. Paine |
Children's Fiction |
<p>This is the story of a little girl from New York who moves with her family to Florida in the late 19th Century. Parental warning: as this book was first published in 1903 and set in the American South, and although the author tries to be open-minded, please be aware that there are slang words used for African Americans.(Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-florida-lady-by-dorothy-c-paine/ |
p this story little girl new york moves family florida late 19th century parental warning book first published 1903 set american south although author tries open minded please aware slang words used african americans summary bellonatimes p |
| 3148 |
3123 |
3516 |
Mental Efficiency |
Arnold Bennett |
Psychology, Self-Help, Contemporary |
<br />In this light-hearted yet thought-provoking collection of articles, Bennett offers his thoughts on exercising the mind, organising your life, the advantages (and disadvantages) of marriage and other pocket philosophies.<BR/><BR/>The book stands the test of time, and much is still relevant and amusing - perhaps even more so, with nearly 100 years of hindsight, than when it was originally written.<BR/><BR/>The book "X" to which Bennett refers in Chapter 5 is <i>An Essay on the Principle of Population</i> by Thomas Malthus, of which there is also a <a href="http://librivox.org/an-essay-on-the-principle-of-population-by-thomas-malthus/" target="_blank"> Librivox recording</a>. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mental-efficiency-and-other-hints-to-men-and-women-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br in light hearted yet thought provoking collection articles bennett offers thoughts exercising mind organising life advantages and disadvantages marriage pocket philosophies br br the book stands test time much still relevant amusing perhaps even so nearly 100 years hindsight originally written br br the book x bennett refers chapter 5 i an essay principle population i thomas malthus also a href http librivox org an essay on the principle of population by thomas malthus target _blank librivox recording a summary ruth golding br br |
| 3149 |
3124 |
3517 |
Brand of Silence |
Johnston McCulley |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Harrington Strong was a pseudonym used by author Johnston McCulley, creator of the character Zorro and many others. The Brand of Silence - A Detective Story finds Sidney Prale returning to New York after ten years during which he sought his fortune. But he finds New York a very changed place, and even more distressing, he finds that his old friends are now turning their backs on him, his old haunts no longer welcome him, and there seems to be a conspiracy against him.</p><p>Why can't he receive service in hotels, restaurants, and theaters that he once frequented? Who is working against him? And just as importantly, why? And what is the meaning of the notes he receives which remind him of "retribution"? (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-brand-of-silence-a-detective-story-by-harrington-strong/ |
p harrington strong pseudonym used author johnston mcculley creator character zorro many others brand silence detective story finds sidney prale returning new york ten years sought fortune finds new york changed place even distressing finds old friends turning backs him old haunts longer welcome him seems conspiracy him p p why can t receive service hotels restaurants theaters frequented working him importantly why meaning notes receives remind retribution summary roger melin p |
| 3150 |
3125 |
3518 |
Legends of Charlemagne |
Thomas Bulfinch |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Bulfinch (July 15, 1796 - May 27, 1867) explains the his work is "an attempt tell the stories of mythology in such a manner as to make them a source of amusement. We have endeavored to tell them correctly, according to the ancient authorities, so that when the reader finds them referred to he may not be at a loss to recognize the reference. Thus we hope to teach mythology not as a study, but as a relaxation from study; to give our work the charm of a story-book, yet by means of it to impart a knowledge of an important branch of education."</p>\n\nThe Bulfinch version of myth presents the myths in their literary versions, without unnecessary violence, sex, psychology or ethnographic information. The Bulfinch myths are an indispensable guide to the cultural values of the American 19th century. (Summary from Wikipedia)\n\n<br><br>This is the third of Bulfinch's series of three mythologies. LibriVox recordings of the first two books are at: \n<a href="http://librivox.org/bulfinch-age-of-fable/">The Age of Fable</a> \n<a href="http://librivox.org/age-of-chivalry-by-bulfinch/">The Age of Chivalry</a><p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-of-charlemagne-by-thomas-bulfinch/ |
p bulfinch july 15 1796 may 27 1867 explains work an attempt tell stories mythology manner make source amusement endeavored tell correctly according ancient authorities reader finds referred may loss recognize reference thus hope teach mythology study relaxation study give work charm story book yet means impart knowledge important branch education p bulfinch version myth presents myths literary versions without unnecessary violence sex psychology ethnographic information bulfinch myths indispensable guide cultural values american 19th century summary wikipedia br br this third bulfinch s series three mythologies librivox recordings first two books at a href http librivox org bulfinch age of fable the age fable a a href http librivox org age of chivalry by bulfinch the age chivalry a p |
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3126 |
3519 |
Kalevala: the Epic Poem of Finland (Crawford Translation) |
Elias Lönnrot |
Poetry, Sagas |
<p>This is the epic of Finland. It is the combined folk tales of the Finnish nation starting with the birth of the world from the egg of a seabird and continuing to the birth of the Kaleva District, the lands of Finland. (Summary by Squid B. Varilekova)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/kalevala-crawford-translation-by-elias-loennrot/ |
p this epic finland combined folk tales finnish nation starting birth world egg seabird continuing birth kaleva district lands finland summary squid b varilekova p |
| 3152 |
3127 |
3520 |
In the High Valley |
Susan Coolidge |
General Fiction |
<p>In the High Valley" is the fifth and last book of the popular "What Katy did" series by Susan Coolidge.\nThe story starts out with Lionel Young and his sister, Imogen who set out for the picturesque but remote High Valley (America), leaving their hometown Devonshire (England) behind.\nLionel wants to take the share in Geoffrey Templestowe's cattle business.\nImogen, owing to her prejudices against America and the American way of life, finds it hard to adjust to life over there.\nClover Templestowe, now happily married and living in the High Valley, at first finds it very trying to get on with Imogen.\nA lot of events ensure in the course of which we meet again with Rose Red, get news from Cousin Helen and of course meet Katy again... until it all finally ends in a lovely double wedding!\n(Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-high-valley-by-susan-coolidge/ |
p in high valley fifth last book popular what katy did series susan coolidge story starts lionel young sister imogen set picturesque remote high valley america leaving hometown devonshire england behind lionel wants take share geoffrey templestowe s cattle business imogen owing prejudices america american way life finds hard adjust life there clover templestowe happily married living high valley first finds trying get imogen lot events ensure course meet rose red get news cousin helen course meet katy again finally ends lovely double wedding summary elli p |
| 3153 |
3128 |
3521 |
Walpurgisnacht |
Gustav Meyrink |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p>In der Nacht des 30. April, der Walpurgisnacht, stört ein schlafwandelnder Schauspieler die Abendgesellschaft im Hause des Barons Elsenwanger auf dem Hradschin in Prag. Für die nächsten 4 Wochen steht das Leben der dort versammelten Personen unter dem Zeichen der Walpurgisnacht.<br></br>\nMeyrinks Werke habe einen starken Zug ins Fantastische und Esoterische. "Walpurgisnacht" erinnert in seiner Dichte und Tiefgründigkeit an die Erzählungen aus "Des deutschen Spießers Wunderhorn". (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/walpurgisnacht-by-gustav-meyrink/ |
p in der nacht des 30 april der walpurgisnacht stört ein schlafwandelnder schauspieler die abendgesellschaft im hause des barons elsenwanger auf dem hradschin prag für die nächsten 4 wochen steht das leben der dort versammelten personen unter dem zeichen der walpurgisnacht br br meyrinks werke habe einen starken zug ins fantastische und esoterische walpurgisnacht erinnert seiner dichte und tiefgründigkeit die erzählungen aus des deutschen spießers wunderhorn zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 3154 |
3129 |
3522 |
At Broad Ripple |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of At Broad Ripple by James Whitcomb Riley. This was the fortnightly poetry project for September 6, 2009.</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/at-broad-ripple-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings broad ripple james whitcomb riley fortnightly poetry project september 6 2009 p |
| 3155 |
3131 |
3524 |
Essay on Man |
Alexander Pope |
General Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
<p>Pope’s Essay on Man, a masterpiece of concise summary in itself, can fairly be summed up as an optimistic enquiry into mankind’s place in the vast Chain of Being.\r\n\r\nEach of the poem’s four Epistles takes a different perspective, presenting Man in relation to the universe, as individual, in society and, finally, tracing his prospects for achieving the goal of happiness.\r\n\r\nIn choosing stately rhyming couplets to explore his theme, Pope sometimes becomes obscure through compressing his language overmuch. By and large, the work is a triumphant exercise in philosophical poetry, communicating its broad and commonplace truths in superbly balanced phrases which remind us that Pope, alas, is one of the most quoted but least read writers in English:\r\n\r\n“Hope springs eternal in the human breast: Man never is, but always To be Blest.”\r\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1733 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-on-man-by-alexander-pope/ |
p pope s essay man masterpiece concise summary itself fairly summed optimistic enquiry mankind s place vast chain being poem s four epistles takes different perspective presenting man relation universe individual society and finally tracing prospects achieving goal happiness choosing stately rhyming couplets explore theme pope sometimes becomes obscure compressing language overmuch large work triumphant exercise philosophical poetry communicating broad commonplace truths superbly balanced phrases remind us pope alas one quoted least read writers english hope springs eternal human breast man never is always blest summary martin geeson p |
| 3156 |
3132 |
3525 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 1 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In the first volume, we find stories written by American authors. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-1-by-julian-hawthorne-ed/ |
p in six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript first volume find stories written american authors summary leni p |
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3133 |
3526 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 027 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-027/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3134 |
3527 |
Canadian Wonder Tales |
Cyrus Macmillan |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>This is a collection of folk tales originating in Canada, some from aboriginal oral tradition and others due to early French, Scottish, Irish and British colonists. They are presented as "fables" though many are without obvious moral. (Summary by Sean Michael Hogan)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/canadian-wonder-tales-by-cyrusmacmillan/ |
p this collection folk tales originating canada aboriginal oral tradition others due early french scottish irish british colonists presented fables though many without obvious moral summary sean michael hogan p |
| 3159 |
3135 |
3528 |
Song of a Young Lady to Her Ancient Lover |
John Wilmot |
Poetry, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of A Song of a Young Lady to Her Ancient Lover by John Wilmot. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 6th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1680 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-of-a-young-lady-to-her-ancient-lover-by-john-wilmot/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings song young lady ancient lover john wilmot weekly poetry project september 6th 2009 p |
| 3160 |
3136 |
3529 |
Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus |
Ludwig Wittgenstein |
Contemporary |
<p>Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is the only book-length philosophical work published by the Austrian philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein during his lifetime. He wrote it as a soldier and a prisoner of war during World War I. The slim volume (fewer than eighty pages) comprises a system of short statements, numbered 1, 1.1, 1.11, 1.12, etc., through to 7, intended to be such that 1.1 is a comment on or elaboration of 1, 1.11 and 1.12 comments on 1.1, and so forth. It is an ambitious project to identify the relationship between language and reality and to define the limits of science. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tractatus-logico-philosophicus-by-ludwig-wittgenstein/ |
p tractatus logico philosophicus book length philosophical work published austrian philosopher ludwig wittgenstein lifetime wrote soldier prisoner war world war i slim volume fewer eighty pages comprises system short statements numbered 1 1 1 1 11 1 12 etc 7 intended 1 1 comment elaboration 1 1 11 1 12 comments 1 1 forth ambitious project identify relationship language reality define limits science summary wikipedia p |
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3137 |
3530 |
Light That Failed |
Rudyard Kipling |
General Fiction |
<p>This novel, first published in 1890, follows the life of Dick Heldar, a painter. Most of the novel is set in London, but many important events throughout the story occur in Sudan or India. It was made into a 1916 film with Jose Collins and a 1939 film by Paramount starring Ronald Colman.\nIt is a tale of of a man who loves his work, friends and boats and starts in Dick’s childhood, then takes you through his life – the war in Sudan, friends abroad, life in England, his love for Maisie, the obstacles those closest to him meet when a very independent man fights becoming dependant and finally the life changes Dick faces as his eyes fail him.(summary by Magdalene)<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-that-failed-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p this novel first published 1890 follows life dick heldar painter novel set london many important events throughout story occur sudan india made 1916 film jose collins 1939 film paramount starring ronald colman tale man loves work friends boats starts dick s childhood takes life war sudan friends abroad life england love maisie obstacles closest meet independent man fights becoming dependant finally life changes dick faces eyes fail him summary magdalene p |
| 3162 |
3138 |
3531 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 1 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
<p>The <i>Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern</i>, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example. <br/><br/>\n\nThe result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read." <br/><br/>\n\nThis first volume contains chapters from "Abelard" to "Amiel". (Summary by Leni) <p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-1-by-various/ |
p the i library world s best literature ancient modern i work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br first volume contains chapters abelard amiel summary leni p |
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3139 |
3532 |
Clarimonde (or La Morte Amoreuse) |
Théophile Gautier |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is the story of a priest named Romauld, and his all-consuming love for the beautiful courtesan, Clarimonde. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/clarimonde-by-theophile-gautier/ |
p this story priest named romauld all consuming love beautiful courtesan clarimonde summary joy chan p |
| 3164 |
3140 |
3533 |
Bells of San Juan |
Jackson Gregory |
General Fiction, Westerns |
<p>Rod Norton is a lawman in a land where bandits and criminals make their own rules. Risking his life for justice and a future with the woman he loves, mortal danger awaits. For Norton and those in peril, the Bells of San Juan will chime. (Summary by Betty M.)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-bells-of-san-juan-by-jackson-gregory/ |
p rod norton lawman land bandits criminals make rules risking life justice future woman loves mortal danger awaits norton peril bells san juan chime summary betty m p |
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3141 |
3534 |
Lone Star Planet |
John J. McGuire |
Science Fiction |
<p>\r\nNew Texas: its citizens figure that name about says it all. The Solar League ambassador to the Lone Star Planet has the unenviable task of convincing New Texans that a s'Srauff attack is imminent, and dangerous. Unfortunately it's common knowledge that the s'Srauff are evolved from canine ancestors—and not a Texan alive is about to be scared of a talking dog! But unless he can get them to act, and fast, there won't be a Texan alive, scared or otherwise!\r\n(Summary from the text)\r\n<p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/lone-star-planet-by-h-beam-piper-and-john-j-mcguire/ |
p new texas citizens figure name says all solar league ambassador lone star planet unenviable task convincing new texans s srauff attack imminent dangerous unfortunately common knowledge s srauff evolved canine ancestors and texan alive scared talking dog unless get act fast texan alive scared otherwise summary text p |
| 3166 |
3142 |
3535 |
Old-Time Makers of Medicine |
James Joseph Walsh |
History , Medical |
<p>Dr. Walsh's <i>Old-Time Makers of Medicine</i> chronicles the history and development of modern medicine from ancient times up to the discovery of America. Throughout this historical guide, Dr. Walsh shows numerous examples of practices thought to be entirely modern that were clearly anticipated hundreds or thousands of years ago. Ancient healers sought to use the body's natural healing ability, rather than rely exclusively on external cures. Physicians even in ancient times relied on what is now recognized as the placebo effect.<br /><br />Dr. Walsh also addresses training and certification in medicine. Medieval universities anticipate our modern medical textbooks with consolidated records of all research and independent investigations, to provide uniform training for students. Likewise, the reader will find that the ancients reacted to unsuccessful treatment in similar degrees to what might now be called medical malpractice suits.<br /><br />The book is organized chronologically, beginning with the fall of the Roman Empire and growth of the early Christian Church. From there, Dr. Walsh details the development of medical knowledge and practice in Arabia, to Medieval and Renaissance Europe. The reader will also discover how modern cultures based much of their medical knowledge on ancient Greek teachings. The chapters on Arabian Physicians and Medieval Universities also discuss knowledge exchanged between Arabic and European cultures. Dr. Walsh exposes several misconceptions and misinterpretations of history, especially restrictions of medical research stemming from religious prohibitions. (Summary by LivelyHive)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/old-time-makers-of-medicine-by-james-joseph-walsh/ |
p dr walsh s i old time makers medicine i chronicles history development modern medicine ancient times discovery america throughout historical guide dr walsh shows numerous examples practices thought entirely modern clearly anticipated hundreds thousands years ago ancient healers sought use body s natural healing ability rather rely exclusively external cures physicians even ancient times relied recognized placebo effect br br dr walsh also addresses training certification medicine medieval universities anticipate modern medical textbooks consolidated records research independent investigations provide uniform training students likewise reader find ancients reacted unsuccessful treatment similar degrees might called medical malpractice suits br br the book organized chronologically beginning fall roman empire growth early christian church there dr walsh details development medical knowledge practice arabia medieval renaissance europe reader also discover modern cultures based much medical knowledge ancient greek teachings chapters arabian physicians medieval universities also discuss knowledge exchanged arabic european cultures dr walsh exposes several misconceptions misinterpretations history especially restrictions medical research stemming religious prohibitions summary livelyhive p |
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3143 |
3536 |
On Nothing & Kindred Subjects |
Hilaire Belloc |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>“I knew a man once, Maurice, who was at Oxford for three years, and after that went down with no degree. At College, while his friends were seeking for Truth in funny brown German Philosophies, Sham Religions, stinking bottles and identical equations, he was lying on his back in Eynsham meadows thinking of Nothing, and got the Truth by this parallel road of his much more quickly than did they by theirs; for the asses are still seeking, mildly disputing, and, in a cultivated manner, following the gleam, so that they have become in their Donnish middleage a nuisance and a pest; while he--that other--with the Truth very fast and firm at the end of a leather thong is dragging her sliding, whining and crouching on her four feet, dragging her reluctant through the world, even into the broad daylight where Truth most hates to be.”<br/>\n- Hilaire Belloc</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/on-nothing-kindred-subjects-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
p i knew man once maurice oxford three years went degree college friends seeking truth funny brown german philosophies sham religions stinking bottles identical equations lying back eynsham meadows thinking nothing got truth parallel road much quickly theirs asses still seeking mildly disputing and cultivated manner following gleam become donnish middleage nuisance pest he that other with truth fast firm end leather thong dragging sliding whining crouching four feet dragging reluctant world even broad daylight truth hates be br hilaire belloc p |
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3144 |
3538 |
In the Bishop's Carriage |
Miriam Michelson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Nancy 'Nance' Olden, a young and very pretty woman, is an accomplished liar and thief. Raised in a horrific orphanage, called the Cruelty by its occupants, Nance and her criminal boyfriend, Tom Dorgan, are pulling a con when the book begins. The results of their act propel Nance into a series of events that she could never have imagined. This was Miriam Michelson's first novel and it was considered a 'blockbuster' in its day. Ranked fourth on the list of bestsellers of 1904 by "Publishers Weekly," Michelson's book was a source of controversy due to the dubious ethics and morals of its heroine. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett)<br /><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-bishops-carriage-by-miriam-michelson/ |
nancy nance olden young pretty woman accomplished liar thief raised horrific orphanage called cruelty occupants nance criminal boyfriend tom dorgan pulling con book begins results act propel nance series events could never imagined miriam michelson s first novel considered blockbuster day ranked fourth list bestsellers 1904 publishers weekly michelson s book source controversy due dubious ethics morals heroine summary lee ann howlett br br |
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3147 |
3541 |
Bible (YLT) 03: Leviticus |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>Young’s Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young’s Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a “Revised Edition” of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-03-leviticus-0910-mp/ |
p young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition br summary wikipedia p |
| 3170 |
3148 |
3542 |
Joseph Andrews |
Henry Fielding |
General Fiction |
<p>"Joseph Andrews ... was the first published full-length novel of the English author and magistrate Henry Fielding, and indeed among the first novels in the English language. Published in 1742 and defined by Fielding as a ‘comic romance,’ it is the story of a good-natured footman's adventures on the road home from London with his friend and mentor, the absent-minded parson Abraham Adams." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1742 |
https://librivox.org/joseph-andrews-by-henry-fielding/ |
p joseph andrews first published full length novel english author magistrate henry fielding indeed among first novels english language published 1742 defined fielding comic romance story good natured footman s adventures road home london friend mentor absent minded parson abraham adams summary wikipedia p |
| 3171 |
3149 |
3543 |
Miss Pim's Camouflage |
Dorothy Tennant |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Mid-WWI, staid Englishwoman Miss Perdita Pim suffers a sunstroke gardening & gains the power of invisibility. She becomes a super-secret agent, going behind German lines, sometimes visible, sometimes not, witnessing atrocities & gleaning valuable war information. (Summary by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/miss-pims-camouflage-by-dorothy-stanley/ |
p mid wwi staid englishwoman miss perdita pim suffers sunstroke gardening gains power invisibility becomes super secret agent going behind german lines sometimes visible sometimes not witnessing atrocities gleaning valuable war information summary grant hurlock p |
| 3172 |
3150 |
3544 |
Michael Strogoff, de Koerier van den Czaar |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<P>Michael Strogoff wordt door de tsaar gevraagd een boodschap naar diens broer, de grootvorst van het veraf gelegen Irkoetsk, te brengen. Hij krijgt een brief mee en de instructie zich aan niemand bekend te maken. Daaraan houdt hij zich stipt, zelfs tegenover zijn oude moeder, die in Omsk woont en hem op doortocht daar herkent. Dat is het begin van grote moeilijkheden. Gelukkig heeft de koerier hulp in de vorm van een jong meisje, Nadia, dat onderweg verliefd op hem is geworden. (samenvatting naar Wikipedia)<BR>This is a Dutch translation of the book: Michael Strogoff or, The Courier of the Czar by Jules Verne.</P>(Geen online versie van de tekst beschikbaar - laatste check Juli 2013)</p> |
Dutch |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/michael-strogoff-door-jules-verne/ |
p michael strogoff wordt door de tsaar gevraagd een boodschap naar diens broer de grootvorst van het veraf gelegen irkoetsk te brengen hij krijgt een brief mee en de instructie zich aan niemand bekend te maken daaraan houdt hij zich stipt zelfs tegenover zijn oude moeder die omsk woont en hem op doortocht daar herkent dat het begin van grote moeilijkheden gelukkig heeft de koerier hulp de vorm van een jong meisje nadia dat onderweg verliefd op hem geworden samenvatting naar wikipedia br this dutch translation book michael strogoff or courier czar jules verne p geen online versie van de tekst beschikbaar laatste check juli 2013 p |
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3151 |
3545 |
Negerhut |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Literary Fiction |
<P>Het boek vertelt over de lotgevallen van een aantal slaven in en om een plantage in de Amerikaanse staat Kentucky. Onder hen zijn Eliza en vooral Oom Tom, slaven van de vriendelijke plantagebezitter Shelbey. Het verhaal begint op het moment dat hun leven ruw verstoord wordt door de financiële situatie van Shelbey, die zich gedwongen ziet Oom Tom en Eliza's zoontje te verkopen. Het boek beschrijft de poging van Eliza om met haar zoontje te vluchten. Intussen vlucht Eliza's man George ook - hij is slaaf van een andere eigenaar en wordt door zijn meester mishandeld. Oom Tom verzet zich niet tegen de verkoop. Hij wordt de Mississippi af gescheept, in de richting van de gevreesde katoenplantages en komt uiteindelijk in handen van de bullebak Simon Legree. (Samenvatting van Wikipedia)</P> |
Dutch |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/de-negerhut-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
p het boek vertelt de lotgevallen van een aantal slaven en om een plantage de amerikaanse staat kentucky onder hen zijn eliza en vooral oom tom slaven van de vriendelijke plantagebezitter shelbey het verhaal begint op het moment dat hun leven ruw verstoord wordt door de financiële situatie van shelbey die zich gedwongen ziet oom tom en eliza s zoontje te verkopen het boek beschrijft de poging van eliza om met haar zoontje te vluchten intussen vlucht eliza s man george ook hij slaaf van een andere eigenaar en wordt door zijn meester mishandeld oom tom verzet zich niet tegen de verkoop hij wordt de mississippi af gescheept de richting van de gevreesde katoenplantages en komt uiteindelijk handen van de bullebak simon legree samenvatting van wikipedia p |
| 3174 |
3152 |
3546 |
Coffee Break Collection 002 - Faith |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>This is a collection of short (15 minute or less readings) works in English suitable for a coffee break at work or a short commuter ride. The theme for this collection is Multi-Faith in various genres.(Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-002/ |
p this collection short 15 minute less readings works english suitable coffee break work short commuter ride theme collection multi faith various genres summary bellonatimes p |
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3159 |
3554 |
Tangled Tale |
Lewis Carroll |
Short Stories, Humor, Mathematics |
<p>Lewis Carroll (1832 - 1896) is best known for 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. It is less widely known that he worked as a lecturer for mathematics at Christ Church college, Oxford for 27 years. 'A tangled tale' merges his two talents as storyteller and mathematician. It consists of 10 short humorous stories which present one or more mathematical problems. The 10 'knots' as they are called, were first published in 'The Monthly Packet' magazine between April 1880 and March 1885, where readers were invited to solve the problems, and the solution was discussed in a later issue. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/a-tangled-tale-by-lewis-carroll/ |
p lewis carroll 1832 1896 best known alice s adventures wonderland less widely known worked lecturer mathematics christ church college oxford 27 years a tangled tale merges two talents storyteller mathematician consists 10 short humorous stories present one mathematical problems 10 knots called first published the monthly packet magazine april 1880 march 1885 readers invited solve problems solution discussed later issue summary availle p |
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3153 |
3548 |
Light Princess and Other Fairy Tales |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>George MacDonald claimed that he did not write for children, but for the child-like. Some of his longer works are clearly intended for adults, and this fantastic fiction influenced later writers such as G.K. Chesterton, J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. But you can find some of his best writing in the stories aimed squarely at children, and these are three of the finest.<br><br>\n\n<em>The Light Princess.</em> A wicked aunt curses her baby niece so that gravity has no effect on her, and she floats through the air as if it were water.The only way to break the curse is to make the princess cry.<br><br>\n\n<em>The Giant's Heart.</em> Two children argue and run away to Giantland. There they find out that one of the Giants steals children from the land of men and eats them, but how can they kill the Giant when he has hidden his heart where no one can find it?<br><br>\n\n<em>The Golden Key.</em> A boy discovers a Golden Key, but cannot find the lock. He meets a girl, and together they search for the land from where the shadows fall, hoping that the key will allow them in.\nSummary by Clive Catterall)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-princess-other-fairy-tales-by-george-macdonald/ |
p george macdonald claimed write children child like longer works clearly intended adults fantastic fiction influenced later writers g k chesterton j r r tolkien c s lewis find best writing stories aimed squarely children three finest br br em the light princess em wicked aunt curses baby niece gravity effect her floats air water the way break curse make princess cry br br em the giant s heart em two children argue run away giantland find one giants steals children land men eats them kill giant hidden heart one find it br br em the golden key em boy discovers golden key cannot find lock meets girl together search land shadows fall hoping key allow in summary clive catterall p |
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3549 |
Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia |
Samuel Johnson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
<p>In this enchanting fable (subtitled The Choice of Life), Rasselas and his retinue burrow their way out of the totalitarian paradise of the Happy Valley in search of that triad of eighteenth-century aspiration - life, liberty and happiness.<br><br/>According to that quirky authority, James Boswell, Johnson penned his only work of prose fiction in a handful of days to cover the cost of his mother's funeral. The stylistic elegance of the book and its wide-ranging\nphilosophical concerns give no hint of haste or superficiality. <br><br/> Among other still burning issues Johnson's characters pursue questions of education, colonialism, the nature of the soul and even climate alteration. <br> Johnson's profoundest concern, however, is with the alternating attractions of solitude and social participation, seen not only as the ultimate life-choice but as the arena in which are played out the deepest fears of the individual: "Of the uncertainties of our present state, the most dreadful and alarming is the uncertain continuance of Reason.” (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/rasselas-prince-of-abyssinia-by-samuel-johnson/ |
p in enchanting fable subtitled choice life rasselas retinue burrow way totalitarian paradise happy valley search triad eighteenth century aspiration life liberty happiness br br according quirky authority james boswell johnson penned work prose fiction handful days cover cost mother s funeral stylistic elegance book wide ranging philosophical concerns give hint haste superficiality br br among still burning issues johnson s characters pursue questions education colonialism nature soul even climate alteration br johnson s profoundest concern however alternating attractions solitude social participation seen ultimate life choice arena played deepest fears individual of uncertainties present state dreadful alarming uncertain continuance reason summary martin geeson p |
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3550 |
Black Beauty (version 2) |
Anna Sewell |
Animals & Nature |
<p>Black Beauty is a fictional autobiographical memoir told by a horse, who recounts many tales, both of cruelty and kindness. The title page of the first edition states that it was "Translated from the Original Equine by Anna Sewell." It was composed in the last years of her life, during which she was confined to her house as an invalid. After its publication in 1877, Sewell lived just long enough to see her first and only novel become an immediate bestseller, as well as it encouraging the better treatment of many cruelly-treated animals.<br /><br />Although initially intended for people who work with horses, it soon became a children's classic. While outwardly teaching animal welfare, it also contains allegorical lessons about how to treat people with kindness, sympathy and respect. The story is narrated in the first person and each short chapter relates an incident in Black Beauty's life, with Sewell's detailed observations and extensive descriptions of horse behaviour lending the novel a good deal of verisimilitude.<br /><br />Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Cori Samuel, with help.</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/black-beauty-by-anna-sewell-version-2/ |
p black beauty fictional autobiographical memoir told horse recounts many tales cruelty kindness title page first edition states translated original equine anna sewell composed last years life confined house invalid publication 1877 sewell lived long enough see first novel become immediate bestseller well encouraging better treatment many cruelly treated animals br br although initially intended people work horses soon became children s classic outwardly teaching animal welfare also contains allegorical lessons treat people kindness sympathy respect story narrated first person short chapter relates incident black beauty s life sewell s detailed observations extensive descriptions horse behaviour lending novel good deal verisimilitude br br summary adapted wikipedia cori samuel help p |
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3551 |
Dogs and All About Them |
Robert Leighton |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
This comprehensive guide on dog-rearing looks at dogs as more than just pets - as people's best friends. The author describes each breed of dog in a detailed and systematic way, with complete notes on show-dogs. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/dogs-and-all-about-them-by-robert-leighton/ |
comprehensive guide dog rearing looks dogs pets people s best friends author describes breed dog detailed systematic way complete notes show dogs summary diana majlinger p |
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3552 |
Cloudy Jewel |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Julia Cloud, the oldest--and most responsible--child of her family, helped raise her four siblings due to their mother's long-time illness and father's death. After faithfully nursing two ill brothers (who died), she then cared for her invalid mother for many years. When Julia's mother passes on, her only surviving sibling Ellen fully expects--and nearly demands--that her spinster sister come live with her family. But to earn her keep, Julia must be their live-in housekeeper and babysitter for Ellen's four children. But Julia's college-age niece and nephew arrive unexpectedly from California and offer Aunt Cloudy Jewel a surprise opportunity she never expected in her wildest dreams. (Summary by Joy Easton)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/cloudy-jewel-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
p julia cloud oldest and responsible child family helped raise four siblings due mother s long time illness father s death faithfully nursing two ill brothers who died cared invalid mother many years julia s mother passes on surviving sibling ellen fully expects and nearly demands that spinster sister come live family earn keep julia must live in housekeeper babysitter ellen s four children julia s college age niece nephew arrive unexpectedly california offer aunt cloudy jewel surprise opportunity never expected wildest dreams summary joy easton p |
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3553 |
Not George Washington |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>It has been said that behind every successful man is a good woman. This is certainly true in the case of James Orlebar Cloyster. However, some funny things happened on his road to success. His story is humorously told from the point of view of several parties involved.<br /><br />According to Wikipedia, the book is a humorous, fictionalized account of Wodehouse's early years as a journalist, with Wodehouse being portrayed by the character of Cloyster. (Summary by Debra Lynn)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/not-george-washington-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p it said behind every successful man good woman certainly true case james orlebar cloyster however funny things happened road success story humorously told point view several parties involved br br according wikipedia book humorous fictionalized account wodehouse s early years journalist wodehouse portrayed character cloyster summary debra lynn p |
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3160 |
3555 |
Author's Abstract of Melancholy |
Robert Burton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Author's Abstract of Melancholy by Robert Burton. This was the fortnightly poetry project for September 20, 2009.</p> |
English |
1621 |
https://librivox.org/the-authors-abstract-of-melancholy-by-robert-burton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings author s abstract melancholy robert burton fortnightly poetry project september 20 2009 p |
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3161 |
3556 |
Poems by the Most Deservedly Admired Mrs. Katherine Philips, The Matchless Orinda |
Katherine Philips |
Poetry |
<p>The poet Katherine Philips was called "The Matchless Orinda" in her day and was well known for her works, both personal and political. She was a staunch Royalist (a supporter of Charles I and his son during the English Civil Wars) and wrote poetic defenses of the monarchy. She was also part of a literary coterie, in which she and her friends had "code names." Philips herself was "Orinda," her husband "Antenor," and her friend Anne Owen "Lucasia." She is perhaps best known today for her passionate poems celebrating female friendship. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-the-most-deservedly-admired-mrs-katherine-philips-the-matchless-orinda/ |
p the poet katherine philips called the matchless orinda day well known works personal political staunch royalist a supporter charles son english civil wars wrote poetic defenses monarchy also part literary coterie friends code names philips orinda husband antenor friend anne owen lucasia perhaps best known today passionate poems celebrating female friendship summary elizabeth klett p |
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3162 |
3557 |
Adlestrop |
Edward Thomas |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of Adlestrop by Edward Thomas. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 20th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/adlestrop-by-edward-thomas/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings adlestrop edward thomas weekly poetry project september 20th 2009 p |
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3163 |
3558 |
Bahai Revelation |
Thornton Chase |
Other religions |
<p>Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá’í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá’í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá’í. In 1894, Chase met Ibrahim Kheiralla, a Bahá’í from Beirut who had recently come to the United States. Chase and a small group of Chicagoans began to study the Bahá’í Faith with him. By 1895 he had completed the class and become a Bahá’í. In 1907 Chase was able to go on pilgrimage. Though Chase was able to be with ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in Akka for only three days, the experience transformed him. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, highly impressed by Chase’s qualities, conferred on him the title Thábit, "steadfast". On returning home, Chase wrote an account of his pilgrimage, which was published under the title In Galilee in 1908. The short work gives a detailed and poignant description of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá's home and family in Akka, as well as a moving description of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá himself. Chase then turned his thoughts to an introductory book on the Bahá’í Faith. Published as The Bahai Revelation in 1909, this work was one of the most comprehensive and accurate introductions to the Bahá’í Faith written by an early American Bahá’í. It continued to be reprinted until the 1920s. The work emphasized the Bahá’í Faith and its teachings as a vehicle for personal spiritual transformation. Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith, later honoured him as one of the Disciples of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (also termed “Heralds of the Covenant”). (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-bahai-revelation-by-thornton-chase/ |
p thornton chase commonly recognized first convert bahá í faith occidental background life organized many bahá í activities chicago los angeles considered prominent bahá í 1894 chase met ibrahim kheiralla bahá í beirut recently come united states chase small group chicagoans began study bahá í faith him 1895 completed class become bahá í 1907 chase able go pilgrimage though chase able abdu l bahá akka three days experience transformed him abdu l bahá highly impressed chase s qualities conferred title thábit steadfast returning home chase wrote account pilgrimage published title galilee 1908 short work gives detailed poignant description abdu l bahá s home family akka well moving description abdu l bahá himself chase turned thoughts introductory book bahá í faith published bahai revelation 1909 work one comprehensive accurate introductions bahá í faith written early american bahá í continued reprinted 1920s work emphasized bahá í faith teachings vehicle personal spiritual transformation shoghi effendi guardian bahá í faith later honoured one disciples abdu l bahá also termed heralds covenant adapted wikipedia p |
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3559 |
French Self-Taught |
Franz J. L. Thimm |
Language learning |
<br />Part of a Librivox initiative to develop a free language-learning resource. This book is old, but the basics haven't changed <i>too</i> much. All the French content is spoken by native French speakers.<br /><br />The book includes sections on vocabulary, nouns, adjectives, verbs and phrases, and will still prove useful. Some of the phrases are dated but hilarious. If you need a flannel petticoat, or to chastise your washerwoman, this book is definitely for you! (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\nFrench read by Michaël Cadilhac, Nadine Eckert-Boulet and ani poirier.<br />\nEnglish read by Ruth Golding.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/french-self-taught-by-franz-j-l-thimm/ |
br part librivox initiative develop free language learning resource book old basics changed i too i much french content spoken native french speakers br br the book includes sections vocabulary nouns adjectives verbs phrases still prove useful phrases dated hilarious need flannel petticoat chastise washerwoman book definitely you summary ruth golding br br french read michaël cadilhac nadine eckert boulet ani poirier br english read ruth golding br br |
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3560 |
Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Parkman has been hailed as one of America's first great historians and as a master of narrative history. Numerous translations have spread the books around the world. The American writer and literary critic Edmund Wilson (1895-1972) in his book "O Canada" (1965), described Parkman’s France and England in North America in these terms: "The clarity, the momentum and the color of the first volumes of Parkman’s narrative are among the most brilliant achievements of the writing of history as an art."<br><br>Parkman's biases, particularly his attitudes about nationality, race, and especially Native Americans, has generated criticism. The Canadian historian W. J. Eccles harshly criticized what he perceived as Parkman's bias against France and Roman Catholic policies, as well as what he considered Parkman's misuse of French language sources. However, Parkman's most severe detractor was the American historian Francis Jennings, an outspoken and controversial critic of the European colonization of North America, who went so far as to characterize Parkman's work as "fiction" and Parkman himself as a "liar".<br><br>Unlike Jennings and Eccles, many modern historians have found much to praise in Parkman's work even while recognizing his limitations. Calling Jennings' critique "vitriolic and unfair," the historian Robert S. Allen has said that Parkman's history of France and England in North America "remains a rich mixture of history and literature which few contemporary scholars can hope to emulate". The historian Michael N. McConnell, while acknowledging the historical errors and racial prejudice in Parkman's book The Conspiracy of Pontiac, has said: "...it would be easy to dismiss Pontiac as a curious perhaps embarrassing artifact of another time and place. Yet Parkman's work represents a pioneering effort; in several ways he anticipated the kind of frontier history now taken for granted.... Parkman's masterful and evocative use of language remains his most enduring and instructive legacy."<br><br>(Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)</p>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/ |
p parkman hailed one america s first great historians master narrative history numerous translations spread books around world american writer literary critic edmund wilson 1895 1972 book o canada 1965 described parkman s france england north america terms the clarity momentum color first volumes parkman s narrative among brilliant achievements writing history art br br parkman s biases particularly attitudes nationality race especially native americans generated criticism canadian historian w j eccles harshly criticized perceived parkman s bias france roman catholic policies well considered parkman s misuse french language sources however parkman s severe detractor american historian francis jennings outspoken controversial critic european colonization north america went far characterize parkman s work fiction parkman liar br br unlike jennings eccles many modern historians found much praise parkman s work even recognizing limitations calling jennings critique vitriolic unfair historian robert s allen said parkman s history france england north america remains rich mixture history literature contemporary scholars hope emulate historian michael n mcconnell acknowledging historical errors racial prejudice parkman s book conspiracy pontiac said it would easy dismiss pontiac curious perhaps embarrassing artifact another time place yet parkman s work represents pioneering effort several ways anticipated kind frontier history taken granted parkman s masterful evocative use language remains enduring instructive legacy br br summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
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3166 |
3561 |
Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe |
Daniel Defoe |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>“THE FARTHER ADVENTURES OF ROBINSON CRUSOE; Being the Second and Last Part OF HIS LIFE, And of the Strange Surprizing Accounts of his Travels Round three Parts of the Globe.” After the death of his wife, Robinson Crusoe is overcome by the old wanderlust, and sets out with his faithful companion Friday to see his island once again. Thus begins a journey which will last ten years and nine months, in which Crusoe travels over the world, along the way facing dangers and discoveries in Madagascar, China, and Siberia. (Summary by D. Leeson)<p> |
English |
1719 |
https://librivox.org/the-farther-adventures-of-robinson-crusoe-by-daniel-defoe/ |
p the farther adventures robinson crusoe second last part life strange surprizing accounts travels round three parts globe death wife robinson crusoe overcome old wanderlust sets faithful companion friday see island again thus begins journey last ten years nine months crusoe travels world along way facing dangers discoveries madagascar china siberia summary d leeson p |
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3167 |
3562 |
Doctor Ox's Experiment |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>An early, light-hearted short story, published in 1872 by Jules Verne. It takes place in the Flemish town of Quiquendone, where life moves at an extraordinarily tranquil pace. Doctor Ox has offered to light the town with a new gas, but actually has other plans in place. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-oxs-experiment-by-jules-verne/ |
p an early light hearted short story published 1872 jules verne takes place flemish town quiquendone life moves extraordinarily tranquil pace doctor ox offered light town new gas actually plans place summary alan winterrowd p |
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3169 |
3564 |
Cleek: The Man of the Forty Faces |
Thomas W. Hanshew |
Detective Fiction |
<br />Meet Hamilton Cleek - man of mystery, and master of disguise and derring-do.<BR /><BR />Cleek's exploits are, to say the least, highly improbable, but the book is enormous fun. The goodies are good and the baddies are very bad indeed, but beware - things are not always what they seem. Suspend your disbelief and enjoy a rattling good yarn!<BR /><BR />Cleek is the central figure in dozens of short stories that began to appear in 1910 and were subsequently collected in a series of books. (Summary by Ruth Golding and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/cleek-the-man-of-the-forty-faces-by-thomas-w-hanshew/ |
br meet hamilton cleek man mystery master disguise derring do br br cleek s exploits are say least highly improbable book enormous fun goodies good baddies bad indeed beware things always seem suspend disbelief enjoy rattling good yarn br br cleek central figure dozens short stories began appear 1910 subsequently collected series books summary ruth golding wikipedia br br |
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3170 |
3565 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 004 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 004: a collection of 11 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-004-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 004 collection 11 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
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3171 |
3566 |
Oude sprookjes |
J. J. A. Goeverneur |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Assepoester, Sneeuwwitje, Roodkapje en nog vijf bekende en onbekende sprookjes, opnieuw verteld door J.J.A. Goeverneur.</p> |
Dutch |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/oude-sprookjes-door-jan-goeverneur/ |
assepoester sneeuwwitje roodkapje en nog vijf bekende en onbekende sprookjes opnieuw verteld door j j a goeverneur p |
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3172 |
3567 |
János vitéz |
Sándor Petőfi |
Poetry |
<p>A János vitéz mára már klasszikussá vált Magyarország-szerte. Kukorica Jancsi történetével már általános iskolában megismerkednek a magyar diákok, de bármelyik korosztály számára élvezetes végigkövetni, ahogy az árva juhászból Tündérország királya lesz.\n(Az ismertetőt írta: Majlinger Diána)\n<br><br>\nJános Vitéz (Sir John) is a poem written in Hungarian by Sándor Petőfi. It has gained immense popularity in Hungary, and is today considered a classic of Hungarian literature.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Hungarian |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/janos-vitez-by-sandor-petofi/ |
p a jános vitéz mára már klasszikussá vált magyarország szerte kukorica jancsi történetével már általános iskolában megismerkednek magyar diákok de bármelyik korosztály számára élvezetes végigkövetni ahogy az árva juhászból tündérország királya lesz az ismertetőt írta majlinger diána br br jános vitéz sir john poem written hungarian sándor petőfi gained immense popularity hungary today considered classic hungarian literature summary wikipedia p |
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3173 |
3568 |
Zastrozzi, A Romance |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>“Would Julia of Strobazzo’s heart was reeking on my dagger!”<br/><br/>\n\nFrom the asthmatic urgency of its opening abduction scene to the Satanic defiance of the villain’s departure “with a wild convulsive laugh of exulting revenge”, this first of Shelley’s Gothic novelettes recycles much sensational boyhood reading and also points to some of his more mature concerns. <br/><br/>\n\nIt is the ego-driven pursuit of passionate extremes, revenge included, which consigns figures like Zastrozzi and the murderous Matilda to an isolation which is socially destructive as well as self-annihilating. The story of their downfall is related in a relentlessly hysterical style – possibly more easily enjoyed when read aloud! (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/zastrozzi-a-romance-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
p would julia strobazzo s heart reeking dagger br br asthmatic urgency opening abduction scene satanic defiance villain s departure with wild convulsive laugh exulting revenge first shelley s gothic novelettes recycles much sensational boyhood reading also points mature concerns br br ego driven pursuit passionate extremes revenge included consigns figures like zastrozzi murderous matilda isolation socially destructive well self annihilating story downfall related relentlessly hysterical style possibly easily enjoyed read aloud summary martin geeson p |
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3174 |
3569 |
Under the Lilacs |
Louisa May Alcott |
General |
<p>When two young girls decide to have a tea party with their dolls and a mysterious dog comes and eats their prized cake, they end up finding a circus run-away, Ben Brown. Ben is a horse master, and loves horses, so when the Moss' take the young boy in, they decide to give him work at the neighbors house driving cows (on a horse, of course). After that a series of events happens, and Ben finds out his beloved father is dead. Miss Celia, a neighbor, feels sorry and comforts him, and finally offers to let Ben stay with her and her fourteen-year-old brother, Thornton who is called Thorny. After that many adventures and summer-happenings go on in Celia's house. Sancho gets lost, Ben is accused of stealing, Miss Celia even gets hurt and Ben takes a wild ride on his horse, and… The rest you'll know from reading the book.<br/>\nSummary by Wikipedia, revised by Stav Nisser. </p>\nBook Coordinators: Stav Nisser and Diana Majlinger |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-lilacs-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p when two young girls decide tea party dolls mysterious dog comes eats prized cake end finding circus run away ben brown ben horse master loves horses moss take young boy in decide give work neighbors house driving cows on horse course series events happens ben finds beloved father dead miss celia neighbor feels sorry comforts him finally offers let ben stay fourteen year old brother thornton called thorny many adventures summer happenings go celia s house sancho gets lost ben accused stealing miss celia even gets hurt ben takes wild ride horse and rest know reading book br summary wikipedia revised stav nisser p book coordinators stav nisser diana majlinger |
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3182 |
3579 |
Lazarillo de Tormes |
Anonymous |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction |
La vida de Lazarillo de Tormes y de sus fortunas y adversidades (más conocida como Lazarillo de Tormes) es una novela española anónima, escrita en primera persona y en estilo epistolar (como una sola y larga carta), cuya edición conocida más antigua data de 1554. En ella se cuenta de forma autobiográfica la vida de un niño, Lázaro de Tormes, en el siglo XVI, desde su nacimiento y mísera infancia hasta su matrimonio, ya en la edad adulta. Es considerada precursora de la novela picaresca por elementos como el realismo, la narración en primera persona, la estructura itinerante entre varios amos y la ideología moralizante y pesimista. (Resumen de Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1554 |
https://librivox.org/lazarillo-de-tormes/ |
la vida de lazarillo de tormes de sus fortunas adversidades más conocida como lazarillo de tormes es una novela española anónima escrita en primera persona en estilo epistolar como una sola larga carta cuya edición conocida más antigua data de 1554 en ella se cuenta de forma autobiográfica la vida de un niño lázaro de tormes en el siglo xvi desde su nacimiento mísera infancia hasta su matrimonio ya en la edad adulta es considerada precursora de la novela picaresca por elementos como el realismo la narración en primera persona la estructura itinerante entre varios amos la ideología moralizante pesimista resumen de wikipedia p |
| 3197 |
3175 |
3570 |
People of the Abyss |
Jack London |
Business & Economics, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<p>Jack London lived for a time within the grim and grimy world of the East End of London, where half a million people scraped together hardly enough on which to survive. Even if they were able to work, they were paid only enough to allow them a pitiful existence. He grew to know and empathise with these forgotten (or ignored) people as he spoke with them and tasted the workhouse, life on the streets, ... and the food, which was cheap, barely nutritious, and foul.<br/><br/>\nHe writes about his experiences in a fluid and narrative style, making it very clear what he thinks of the social structures which created the Abyss, and of the millionaires who live high on the labours of a people forced to live in squalor. "... The food this managing class eats, the wine it drinks, ... the fine clothes it wears, are challenged by eight million mouths which have never had enough to fill them, and by twice eight million bodies which have never been sufficiently clothed and housed."<br/><br/>\n\n(Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-people-of-the-abyss-by-jack-london/ |
p jack london lived time within grim grimy world east end london half million people scraped together hardly enough survive even able work paid enough allow pitiful existence grew know empathise forgotten or ignored people spoke tasted workhouse life streets food cheap barely nutritious foul br br writes experiences fluid narrative style making clear thinks social structures created abyss millionaires live high labours people forced live squalor food managing class eats wine drinks fine clothes wears challenged eight million mouths never enough fill them twice eight million bodies never sufficiently clothed housed br br summary peter yearsley p |
| 3198 |
3176 |
3572 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 028 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-028/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3199 |
3177 |
3574 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 3 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>François Pierre Guillaume Guizot (October 4, 1787 -September 12, 1874) was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His "Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narravative, here presented in an easily readable English translation by Robert Black, first published in 1898. (Summary from Wikipedia with additions by Karen Merline)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-france-from-the-earliest-times-vol-3-by-francois-guizot/ |
p françois pierre guillaume guizot october 4 1787 september 12 1874 french historian orator statesman guizot dominant figure french politics prior revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 popular history france attractive engrossing narravative presented easily readable english translation robert black first published 1898 summary wikipedia additions karen merline p |
| 3200 |
3178 |
3575 |
Danger Trail |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Chicago engineer Jack Howland is sent to the edge of the Canadian barren lands north of Prince Albert to establish a train route through some of the most trecherous terrain in North America. He would soon learn that it was not only the terrain that was forbidding, as he begins to understand why the previous engineers sent on the same mission had been forced to give up the task and flee back to the south. Mysterious visitors, suspicious characters, strange apparent coincidences, and one particularly mysterious girl meet Howland at every turn in this suspenseful tale of adventure, excitement, danger, and romance set in the northern Canadian wilderness. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-danger-trail-by-james-curwood/ |
chicago engineer jack howland sent edge canadian barren lands north prince albert establish train route trecherous terrain north america would soon learn terrain forbidding begins understand previous engineers sent mission forced give task flee back south mysterious visitors suspicious characters strange apparent coincidences one particularly mysterious girl meet howland every turn suspenseful tale adventure excitement danger romance set northern canadian wilderness summary roger melin p |
| 3201 |
3179 |
3576 |
Street of Seven Stars |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Published in 1914, this novel tells the story of Harmony Wells, an innocent and beautiful American in Austria to study violin. Harmony has talent and she dreams of a career in music. After her friends run out of money and return to the States, Harmony stays on in hopes of earning enough money to continue her lessons. Along the way, she meets Peter Byrne, an American doctor in Vienna following his dream to study surgery. Peter is already watching over an orphan boy in a local hospital and now he takes it upon himself to protect young Harmony from the unsavory side of life in the big city. With life pressing in, Peter and Harmony each must decide how much to sacrifice for the sake of their dreams - and for each other. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-street-of-seven-stars-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
published 1914 novel tells story harmony wells innocent beautiful american austria study violin harmony talent dreams career music friends run money return states harmony stays hopes earning enough money continue lessons along way meets peter byrne american doctor vienna following dream study surgery peter already watching orphan boy local hospital takes upon protect young harmony unsavory side life big city life pressing in peter harmony must decide much sacrifice sake dreams other summary maryann p |
| 3202 |
3183 |
3580 |
Deutschland. Ein Wintermärchen |
Heinrich Heine |
Poetry, Satire |
<p>Deutschland. Ein Wintermärchen ist ein satirisches Versepos des deutschen Dichters Heinrich Heine (1797–1856). Unzufrieden mit den politischen Verhältnissen im Deutschland der Restaurationszeit, die ihm als getauftem Juden keine Möglichkeit für eine juristische Tätigkeit bot, und um der Zensur zu entgehen, emigrierte Heine 1831 nach Frankreich. 1835 verbot ein Beschluss des deutschen Bundestags seine Schriften. Ende 1843 kehrt er noch einmal für wenige Wochen nach Deutschland zurück. Auf der Rückreise entstand der erste Entwurf zu „Deutschland. Ein Wintermärchen“. Heine verknüpft in dem Werk die Reisebeschreibung mit politischen und philosophischen Betrachtungen. In seinem unverwechselbarem Stil stellte er dabei seine „illegalen“ Gedanken in den Vordergrund, die er sozusagen versteckt als „Konterbande“, als Schmuggelgut, mit sich führe. Schon am 4. Oktober 1844 wurde das Buch in Preußen verboten und beschlagnahmt. Am 12. Dezember 1844 erließ König Friedrich Wilhelm IV. von Preußen einen Haftbefehl gegen Heine. Heines Versepos war bis in unsere Zeit hinein in Deutschland sehr umstritten. Vor allem im Jahrhundert seiner Entstehung betrachtete man das Werk als „Schandschrift“ eines Heimatlosen, eines „Vaterlandsverräters“, Miesmachers und Schandmauls. Diese Sichtweise von „Deutschland. ein Wintermärchen“ fand sich besonders in der Zeit des Nationalsozialismus bis ins dümmlich Groteske übersteigert. Die moderne Zeit sieht in Heines Werk ein bedeutendes politisches Gedicht in deutscher Sprache: souverän in seinem Witz, stark in seinen Bildern, meisterlich in seiner Sprachbeherrschung. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br /><br />Germany: A Winter’s Tale is a satirical verse-epic or narrative by the famous German-Jewish author and poet Heinrich Heine (1797–1856). From the onset of the (Metternich) Restoration in Germany Heine was no longer secure from the state Censor, and in 1831 he migrated to France as an exile. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/deutschland-ein-wintermaerchen-by-heinrich-heine/ |
p deutschland ein wintermärchen ist ein satirisches versepos des deutschen dichters heinrich heine 1797 1856 unzufrieden mit den politischen verhältnissen im deutschland der restaurationszeit die ihm als getauftem juden keine möglichkeit für eine juristische tätigkeit bot und um der zensur zu entgehen emigrierte heine 1831 nach frankreich 1835 verbot ein beschluss des deutschen bundestags seine schriften ende 1843 kehrt er noch einmal für wenige wochen nach deutschland zurück auf der rückreise entstand der erste entwurf zu deutschland ein wintermärchen heine verknüpft dem werk die reisebeschreibung mit politischen und philosophischen betrachtungen seinem unverwechselbarem stil stellte er dabei seine illegalen gedanken den vordergrund die er sozusagen versteckt als konterbande als schmuggelgut mit sich führe schon 4 oktober 1844 wurde das buch preußen verboten und beschlagnahmt 12 dezember 1844 erließ könig friedrich wilhelm iv von preußen einen haftbefehl gegen heine heines versepos war bis unsere zeit hinein deutschland sehr umstritten vor allem im jahrhundert seiner entstehung betrachtete man das werk als schandschrift eines heimatlosen eines vaterlandsverräters miesmachers und schandmauls diese sichtweise von deutschland ein wintermärchen fand sich besonders der zeit des nationalsozialismus bis ins dümmlich groteske übersteigert die moderne zeit sieht heines werk ein bedeutendes politisches gedicht deutscher sprache souverän seinem witz stark seinen bildern meisterlich seiner sprachbeherrschung zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br germany winter s tale satirical verse epic narrative famous german jewish author poet heinrich heine 1797 1856 onset metternich restoration germany heine longer secure state censor 1831 migrated france exile from wikipedia p |
| 3203 |
3184 |
3581 |
Nobody's Boy |
Hector Malot |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
One day, French mason Jerome Barberin finds an abandoned baby boy. As the boy is wearing fine clothes, Barberin hopes that he is the son of rich parents who will reclaim him soon and offer a reward to Barberin for taking care of him. He therefore brings the boy home to his wife, and gives him the name Remi. \n<br></br>\n'However, no rich parents ever turn up to reclaim Remi. Instead, the family falls on hard times and Barberin wants to get rid of the boy. When Remi is eight years old, Barberin sees his chance in the travelling artist Signor Vitalis, who is travelling through France with his three dogs and a monkey. Vitalis offers to take care of Remi, and they travel on together. While Vitalis is a kind master and teaches Remi lots of useful skills, the two also suffer poverty, and Remi still lacks knowledge of his true heritage. Summary by Carolin, with help from Wikipedia. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/nobodys-boy-by-hector-malot/ |
one day french mason jerome barberin finds abandoned baby boy boy wearing fine clothes barberin hopes son rich parents reclaim soon offer reward barberin taking care him therefore brings boy home wife gives name remi br br however rich parents ever turn reclaim remi instead family falls hard times barberin wants get rid boy remi eight years old barberin sees chance travelling artist signor vitalis travelling france three dogs monkey vitalis offers take care remi travel together vitalis kind master teaches remi lots useful skills two also suffer poverty remi still lacks knowledge true heritage summary carolin help wikipedia |
| 3204 |
3185 |
3582 |
Science of Getting Rich |
Wallace D. Wattles |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>Would you like to be rich? Yes? Well, who wouldn't.<br><br><i>The Science of Getting Rich</i> is a book written by the New Thought Movement writer Wallace D. Wattles. The book is still in print after almost 100 years. According to USA Today, the text is "divided into 17 short, straight-to-the-point chapters that explain how to overcome mental barriers, and how creation, not competition, is the hidden key to wealth attraction." (Summary by Diana Majlinger and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-of-getting-rich-by-wallace-d-wattles/ |
p would like rich yes well wouldn t br br i the science getting rich i book written new thought movement writer wallace d wattles book still print almost 100 years according usa today text divided 17 short straight to the point chapters explain overcome mental barriers creation competition hidden key wealth attraction summary diana majlinger wikipedia p |
| 3205 |
3186 |
3583 |
Aids to Forensic Medicine and Toxicology |
W. G. Aitchison Robertson |
Medical, Science |
<p>A 1922 source-book for British criminal pathologists, this will be of particular interest to fans of popular police forensics television shows, films, and murder mysteries.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/aids-to-forensic-medicine-and-toxicology-by-w-g-aitchison-robertson/ |
p a 1922 source book british criminal pathologists particular interest fans popular police forensics television shows films murder mysteries summary bellonatimes p |
| 3206 |
3187 |
3584 |
Story of Gösta Berling |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Romance |
<p>"The Story of Gösta Berling" was published in Sweden in 1894 and immediately brought its author into prominence.\nThe tales are founded on actual occurrences and depict the life in the province of Värmland at the beginning of the 19th Century century. Värmland is a lonely tract in the southern part of Sweden, and has retained many of its old customs, while mining is the principal industry of its sparse population. It consists of great stretches of forest, sloping down to long, narrow lakes, connected by rivers.\nMiss Lagerlöf has grown up in the midst of the wild legends of her country, and, deeply imbued with their spirit, interprets them with a living force all her own.\n(Summary from the foreword by Pauline Bancroft Flach)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-gosta-berling-by-selma-lagerlof/ |
p the story gösta berling published sweden 1894 immediately brought author prominence tales founded actual occurrences depict life province värmland beginning 19th century century värmland lonely tract southern part sweden retained many old customs mining principal industry sparse population consists great stretches forest sloping long narrow lakes connected rivers miss lagerlöf grown midst wild legends country and deeply imbued spirit interprets living force own summary foreword pauline bancroft flach p |
| 3207 |
3203 |
3601 |
Lullaby |
Louisa May Alcott |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Lullaby by Louisa May Alcott. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 4th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/lullaby-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings lullaby louisa may alcott weekly poetry project october 4th 2009 p |
| 3208 |
3204 |
3602 |
Last Buccaneer |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Poetry, Narratives, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Last Buccaneer by Thomas Babbington Macaulay. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 4th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-buccaneer-by-thomas-babbington-macaulay/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings last buccaneer thomas babbington macaulay fortnightly poetry project october 4th 2009 p |
| 3209 |
3188 |
3585 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 03 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the third of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. (based on Wikipedia article)<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-03-by-anonymous/ |
br this collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes third sixteen volumes translated burton based wikipedia article br br |
| 3210 |
3189 |
3586 |
Spirit of Christmas (version 2) |
Henry van Dyke |
Family Life, Single Author Collections |
<p>A collection of short Christmas works by the author of <i>The Story of the Fourth Wise Man</i> (Summary by D. Leeson).</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-christmas-version-2-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
p a collection short christmas works author i the story fourth wise man i summary d leeson p |
| 3211 |
3190 |
3587 |
Pathway of the Pioneer |
Dolf Wyllarde |
General Fiction |
<p>The story of seven girls who have banded themselves together for mutual help and cheer under the name of "Nous Autres." They represent, collectively, the professions open to women of no deliberate training, though well educated. They are introduced to the reader at one of their weekly gatherings and then the author proceeds to depict the home and business life of each one individually. (From the 1909 back-of-book advertisement)</p>\n<p>Read from the 1914 edition, Methuen & Co. Ltd. pub</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-pathway-of-the-pioneer-by-dolf-wyllarde/ |
p the story seven girls banded together mutual help cheer name nous autres represent collectively professions open women deliberate training though well educated introduced reader one weekly gatherings author proceeds depict home business life one individually from 1909 back of book advertisement p p read 1914 edition methuen co ltd pub p |
| 3212 |
3191 |
3588 |
$30,000 Bequest and Other Stories |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
<p>A book of short stories and humorous anecdotes by Mark Twain, published together in 1906. (Summary by Tricia G)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/30000-bequest-and-other-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
p a book short stories humorous anecdotes mark twain published together 1906 summary tricia g p |
| 3213 |
3192 |
3589 |
Greylorn (version 2) |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
<p>Earth is threatened with destruction by a deadly alien plague. The planet’s only hope: Get help from the long-lost Omega Colony, somewhere in space. The fate of the Earth is in the hands of Lieutenant Commander Greylorn in charge of the search for Omega, and every decision he will make during Man’s first contact with an alien race... (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1968 |
https://librivox.org/greylorn-by-keith-laumer-2/ |
p earth threatened destruction deadly alien plague planet s hope get help long lost omega colony somewhere space fate earth hands lieutenant commander greylorn charge search omega every decision make man s first contact alien race summary mark nelson p |
| 3214 |
3193 |
3590 |
Story of the Stone Age |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction |
<p>This story is of a time beyond the memory of man, before the beginning of history. . .\r\n(Summary from the text)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-story-of-the-stone-age-by-h-g-wells/ |
p this story time beyond memory man beginning history summary text p |
| 3215 |
3194 |
3591 |
Kandid oder Die beste Welt |
Voltaire |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Satire |
<p>Der satirische Roman "Kandid oder die beste Welt" (Candide ou l'optimisme) erzaehlt die abenteuerliche Geschichte des naiven Juenglings Kandid. Voller Witz, Spott und Ironie handelt der Roman gleichzeitig von der Ueberheblichkeit des Adels, der Grausamkeit der kirchlichen Inquisition, von Krieg, Sklaverei, von der naiven Sehnsucht des einfachen Manns nach einem sorglosen Leben und von der Unverbesserlichkeit der Menschen.(Summary by Al-Kadi and Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/kandid-oder-die-beste-welt-by-voltaire/ |
p der satirische roman kandid oder die beste welt candide ou l optimisme erzaehlt die abenteuerliche geschichte des naiven juenglings kandid voller witz spott und ironie handelt der roman gleichzeitig von der ueberheblichkeit des adels der grausamkeit der kirchlichen inquisition von krieg sklaverei von der naiven sehnsucht des einfachen manns nach einem sorglosen leben und von der unverbesserlichkeit der menschen summary al kadi wikipedia p |
| 3216 |
3195 |
3592 |
Steep Trails |
John Muir |
Nature, Memoirs |
<p>A collection of Muir's previously unpublished essays, released shortly after his death. "This volume will meet, in every way, the high expectations of Muir's readers. The recital of his experiences during a stormy night on the summit of Mount Shasta will take rank among the most thrilling of his records of adventure. His observations on the dead towns of Nevada, and on the Indians gathering their harvest of pine nuts, recall a phase of Western life that has left few traces in American literature. ... The landscapes that Muir saw ... will live in good part only in his writings, for fire, axe, plough, and gunpowder have made away with the supposedly boundless forest wildernesses and their teeming life." (From the Editor's note to the 1918 first edition)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/steep-trails-by-john-muir/ |
p a collection muir s previously unpublished essays released shortly death this volume meet every way high expectations muir s readers recital experiences stormy night summit mount shasta take rank among thrilling records adventure observations dead towns nevada indians gathering harvest pine nuts recall phase western life left traces american literature landscapes muir saw live good part writings fire axe plough gunpowder made away supposedly boundless forest wildernesses teeming life from editor s note 1918 first edition p |
| 3217 |
3196 |
3593 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 040 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 040: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-040-by-various/ |
p librivox s short story collection 040 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 3218 |
3205 |
3603 |
Hand of Fu-Manchu |
Sax Rohmer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Further adventures of Nayland Smith and Doctor Petrie as they continue their battles against the evil genius, Dr Fu-Manchu. (summary by Elaine Twiddle)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-hand-of-fu-manchu-by-sax-rohmer/ |
p further adventures nayland smith doctor petrie continue battles evil genius dr fu manchu summary elaine twiddle p |
| 3219 |
3197 |
3594 |
Mattinate Napoletane |
Salvatore Di Giacomo |
Short Stories |
<p>Lasciati gli studi di medicina per dedicarsi al lavoro di redattore di giornale il giovane SDG seppe scrivere in quegli anni alcune tra le più belle rappresentazioni di uno spaccato di vita napoletana. La Napoli dei vicoli, delle sue donne, delle mille botteghe e della miseria fu dipinta in ogni sua più impercettibile sfumatura come solo la mano d’un ‘verista sentimentale’, come egli si definiva, poteva.\nIn quest’opera egli racconta, in quindici brevi storie, alcuni drammi causati dalla miseria come quello d’una madre che vede morire il bambino Ndreuccio per un semplice malanno, della giovane Serafina accoltellata per strada, la vedova Carmela costretta a chiudere un suo maschietto all’Albergo dei Poveri e mandare la bambinella ad imparar a cucire da una sartina, o le lacrime della piccola Bettina che ritrova vuota la sua calza lasciata alla befana.<br><br> Ma anche storie apparentemente comuni come quella di Fortunata la fiorista accoltellata dal marito per gelosia, o quella dell’incontro in ospedale della giovane e bella Suor Carmelina che seppe turbarlo, o ancora dell’ingenuità di Antonietta sedotta da un marinaio. Nelle descrizioni appaiono sempre i vicoli che pullulano di vita, sedi di tante amicizie occasionali come quella dell’amico Richter appassionato di musica classica. Peppino Battimeli un acquafrescaio conosciuto da tutti che stato spedito all'ospedale dei matti. La solitudine di Manlio.<br><br>Storie bizzarre come quella del canarino poeta pur lui e, infine, del macabro rituale delle bevitrici di sangue per risolvere l’anemia. (Summary by Davide Lequile)</p> |
Italian |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/mattinate-napoletane-by-salvatore-di-giacomo/ |
p lasciati gli studi di medicina per dedicarsi al lavoro di redattore di giornale il giovane sdg seppe scrivere quegli anni alcune tra le più belle rappresentazioni di uno spaccato di vita napoletana la napoli dei vicoli delle sue donne delle mille botteghe e della miseria fu dipinta ogni sua più impercettibile sfumatura come solo la mano d un verista sentimentale come egli si definiva poteva quest opera egli racconta quindici brevi storie alcuni drammi causati dalla miseria come quello d una madre che vede morire il bambino ndreuccio per un semplice malanno della giovane serafina accoltellata per strada la vedova carmela costretta chiudere un suo maschietto all albergo dei poveri e mandare la bambinella ad imparar cucire da una sartina le lacrime della piccola bettina che ritrova vuota la sua calza lasciata alla befana br br anche storie apparentemente comuni come quella di fortunata la fiorista accoltellata dal marito per gelosia quella dell incontro ospedale della giovane e bella suor carmelina che seppe turbarlo ancora dell ingenuità di antonietta sedotta da un marinaio nelle descrizioni appaiono sempre vicoli che pullulano di vita sedi di tante amicizie occasionali come quella dell amico richter appassionato di musica classica peppino battimeli un acquafrescaio conosciuto da tutti che stato spedito all ospedale dei matti la solitudine di manlio br br storie bizzarre come quella del canarino poeta pur lui e infine del macabro rituale delle bevitrici di sangue per risolvere l anemia summary davide lequile p |
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3198 |
3595 |
Brief Grammar of the Portuguese Language |
John Casper Branner |
Language learning |
<p>Dr. Branner was a recognized authority on the geology of South American republics, especially Brazil, having organized and headed the Stanford Expedition to Brazil in 1911, among others. In 1910 he published this "little book", as the author himself calls it, for the use of English-speaking students who needed a fast and practical way of learning Portuguese. Contrary to the belief of many back then, John C. Branner claims that Brazilian Portuguese isn't "badly spoken Portuguese", and, even though using examples from both Portuguese and Brazilian writers, seems to give more proeminence to Brazilian Portuguese. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-brief-grammar-of-the-portuguese-language-by-john-casper-branner/ |
p dr branner recognized authority geology south american republics especially brazil organized headed stanford expedition brazil 1911 among others 1910 published little book author calls it use english speaking students needed fast practical way learning portuguese contrary belief many back then john c branner claims brazilian portuguese badly spoken portuguese and even though using examples portuguese brazilian writers seems give proeminence brazilian portuguese summary leni p |
| 3221 |
3199 |
3596 |
Merton of the Movies |
Harry Leon Wilson |
Humorous Fiction |
<p><em>Merton of the Movies</em> is a comedy that centers around Merton Gill, an aspiring dramatic artist from Simsbury, Illinois who makes his way to Hollywood to become a serious actor. How could Merton fail in attaining his dreams after finishing a correspondence course from the General Film Production Company of Stebbinsville, Arkansas, certifying him to be a competent screen actor?<br><br>Harry Leon Wilson, the author, was a very popular humor writer in the first decades of the 20th century. This book was made into film several times, the last in 1947 starring Red Skelton. (Summary written by Margaret.)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/merton-of-the-movies-by-harry-leon-wilson/ |
p em merton movies em comedy centers around merton gill aspiring dramatic artist simsbury illinois makes way hollywood become serious actor could merton fail attaining dreams finishing correspondence course general film production company stebbinsville arkansas certifying competent screen actor br br harry leon wilson author popular humor writer first decades 20th century book made film several times last 1947 starring red skelton summary written margaret p |
| 3222 |
3200 |
3597 |
Autobiography of Cockney Tom |
Thomas Bastard |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The Autobiography of Cockney Tom, Showing his Struggles through Life,and proving this Truth of the Old Saying\n"that Honesty is the best Policy". Set in England, South Australia and the goldfields of Victoria Australia in the 1800's. (Summary from the book and Richard Schipper)</p>This project was proof listened by Ann Boulais and Betty.<br><br> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-cockney-tom-by-thomas-bastard/ |
p the autobiography cockney tom showing struggles life and proving truth old saying that honesty best policy set england south australia goldfields victoria australia 1800 s summary book richard schipper p this project proof listened ann boulais betty br br |
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3201 |
3599 |
Stories from the Faerie Queene |
Mary Macleod |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The object of this volume is to excite interest in one of the greatest poems of English literature, which for all its greatness is but little read and known--to excite this interest not only in young persons who are not yet able to read "The Faerie Queene," with its archaisms of language, its distant ways and habits of life and thought, its exquisite melodies that only a cultivated ear can catch and appreciate, but also in adults, who, not from the lack of ability, but because they shrink from a little effort, suffer the loss of such high and refined literary pleasure as the perusal of Spenser's masterpiece can certainly give. (From the Author's introduction)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-faerie-queene-by-mary-macleod/ |
p the object volume excite interest one greatest poems english literature greatness little read known to excite interest young persons yet able read the faerie queene archaisms language distant ways habits life thought exquisite melodies cultivated ear catch appreciate also adults who lack ability shrink little effort suffer loss high refined literary pleasure perusal spenser s masterpiece certainly give from author s introduction p |
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3202 |
3600 |
Ghosts of Piccadilly |
G. S. Street |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Collections |
Nothing spooky or supernatural, but a very personal gathering of gossip, letters, and fragments of biography of famous people who have lived in Piccadilly (in London, England) ... and of some of the buildings, now long gone.<br /><br />\n\n"If any part of any city deserves a book to itself, it is Piccadilly. We shall stand before some house in the hours when the traffic is stilled, and I shall tell of its history, of the men and women who dwelt there, and talked and loved and gambled and lived and died. I shall follow the lines of my temperament and tastes rather than those of completeness and impartiality: it is likely that I shall be voluble about Byron and reticent about Macaulay."\n(From the preface) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghosts-of-piccadilly-by-g-s-street/ |
nothing spooky supernatural personal gathering gossip letters fragments biography famous people lived piccadilly in london england buildings long gone br br if part city deserves book itself piccadilly shall stand house hours traffic stilled shall tell history men women dwelt there talked loved gambled lived died shall follow lines temperament tastes rather completeness impartiality likely shall voluble byron reticent macaulay from preface p |
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3206 |
3604 |
Sonetos - Poemas Filosoficos |
Luís Vaz de Camões |
Single author, Sonnets |
<p>Luís Vaz de Camões é frequentemente considerado como o maior poeta de língua portuguesa e dos maiores da Humanidade. O seu gênio é comparável ao de Virgílio, Dante, Cervantes ou Shakespeare.<br><br> A obra lírica de Camões foi publicada como "Rimas", não havendo acordo entre os diferentes editores quanto ao número de sonetos escritos pelo poeta e quanto à autoria de algumas das peças líricas. Alguns dos seus sonetos, como o conhecido "Amor é fogo que arde sem se ver", pela ousada utilização dos paradoxos, prenunciam o Barroco. <br><br> Nesta coleção, apresentamos uma recolha de Sonetos de Camões de tema filosófico. (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)<p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sonetos-poemas-filosoficos-de-luis-vaz-de-camoes/ |
p luís vaz de camões é frequentemente considerado como maior poeta de língua portuguesa e dos maiores da humanidade seu gênio é comparável ao de virgílio dante cervantes ou shakespeare br br obra lírica de camões foi publicada como rimas não havendo acordo entre os diferentes editores quanto ao número de sonetos escritos pelo poeta e quanto à autoria de algumas das peças líricas alguns dos seus sonetos como conhecido amor é fogo que arde sem se ver pela ousada utilização dos paradoxos prenunciam barroco br br nesta coleção apresentamos uma recolha de sonetos de camões de tema filosófico sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
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3207 |
3605 |
Yiddish Tales (יידיש מעשה) |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />A collection of 48 wonderful English language stories from Sholem Alechem, I. L. Perez, Shalom Asch, and others. Tales of humour and drama, tragedy and pathos set mostly in the Jewish communities of 19th-century eastern Europe, Russia, and the Ukraine. Translated from Yiddish by Helena Frank. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)<br /><br />\n\nProof-listening by Ans Wink, K. Fowler, & Aron Horovitz<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/yiddish-tales-by-various/ |
br a collection 48 wonderful english language stories sholem alechem i l perez shalom asch others tales humour drama tragedy pathos set mostly jewish communities 19th century eastern europe russia ukraine translated yiddish helena frank summary adrian praetzellis br br proof listening ans wink k fowler aron horovitz br br |
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3208 |
3606 |
Sweet Little Maid |
Amy Ella Blanchard |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Dimple, the nine-year-old little girl is accustomed to being always the first. She has Bubbles, a little coloured girl as playmate and servant. One day Dimple’s cousin, Florence comes to visit her and they have a wonderful time together. But then come the rainy days and the two children easily get bored in the house… and that’s how the adventures and troubles begin. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/a-sweet-little-maid-by-amy-ella-blanchard/ |
p dimple nine year old little girl accustomed always first bubbles little coloured girl playmate servant one day dimple s cousin florence comes visit wonderful time together come rainy days two children easily get bored house that s adventures troubles begin summary diana majlinger p |
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3209 |
3607 |
Letters of a Woman Homesteader |
Elinore Pruitt Stewart |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The writer of the following letters is a young woman who lost her husband in a railroad accident and went to Denver to seek support for herself and her two-year-old daughter, Jerrine. Turning her hand to the nearest work, she went out by the day as house-cleaner and laundress. Later, seeking to better herself, she accepted employment as a housekeeper for a well-to-do Scotch cattle-man, Mr. Stewart, who had taken up a quarter-section in Wyoming. The letters, written through several years to a former employer in Denver, tell the story of her new life in the new country. They are genuine letters, and are printed as written, except for occasional omissions and the alteration of some of the names. (Publishers’ Note, May 1914)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-a-woman-homesteader-by-elinore-pruitt-stewart/ |
p the writer following letters young woman lost husband railroad accident went denver seek support two year old daughter jerrine turning hand nearest work went day house cleaner laundress later seeking better herself accepted employment housekeeper well to do scotch cattle man mr stewart taken quarter section wyoming letters written several years former employer denver tell story new life new country genuine letters printed written except occasional omissions alteration names publishers note may 1914 p |
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3210 |
3608 |
Misérables Vol. 4 |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is book 4 of 5. -- An ex-convict breaks parole and starts a new life as a righteous man, but is pursued by a police inspector. Along the way, the ex-convict joins a revolution, adopts a daughter, and beats people up. Hooray. (Summary by smileyman457)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-vol-4-by-victor-hugo/ |
p this book 4 5 ex convict breaks parole starts new life righteous man pursued police inspector along way ex convict joins revolution adopts daughter beats people up hooray summary smileyman457 p |
| 3230 |
3211 |
3609 |
Confessions of an English Opium-Eater |
Thomas de Quincey |
Biography & Autobiography |
<br />“Thou hast the keys of Paradise, O just, subtle, and mighty Opium!”<BR /><BR />Though apparently presenting the reader with a collage of poignant memories, temporal digressions and random anecdotes, the Confessions is a work of immense sophistication and certainly one of the most impressive and influential of all autobiographies. The work is of great appeal to the contemporary reader, displaying a nervous (postmodern?) self-awareness, a spiralling obsession with the enigmas of its own composition and significance. De Quincey may be said to scrutinise his life, somewhat feverishly, in an effort to fix his own identity.<BR /><BR />The title seems to promise a graphic exposure of horrors; these passages do not make up a large part of the whole. The circumstances of its hasty composition sets up the work as a lucrative piece of sensational journalism, albeit published in a more intellectually respectable organ – the London Magazine – than are today’s tawdry exercises in tabloid self-exposure. What makes the book technically remarkable is its use of a majestic neoclassical style applied to a very romantic species of confessional writing - self-reflexive but always reaching out to the Reader. (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-of-an-english-opium-eater-by-thomas-de-quincey/ |
br thou hast keys paradise just subtle mighty opium br br though apparently presenting reader collage poignant memories temporal digressions random anecdotes confessions work immense sophistication certainly one impressive influential autobiographies work great appeal contemporary reader displaying nervous postmodern self awareness spiralling obsession enigmas composition significance de quincey may said scrutinise life somewhat feverishly effort fix identity br br the title seems promise graphic exposure horrors passages make large part whole circumstances hasty composition sets work lucrative piece sensational journalism albeit published intellectually respectable organ london magazine today s tawdry exercises tabloid self exposure makes book technically remarkable use majestic neoclassical style applied romantic species confessional writing self reflexive always reaching reader summary martin geeson br br |
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3212 |
3610 |
Workers Together, or, An Endless Chain |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Sixth in the Chautauqua Girls series. It picks up the characters of Dr. Stuart Everett and Joy Saunders introduced in "Ester Ried Yet Speaking" and follows them and other Christians in their work for the Master. Half-hearted and fully committed workers: all have an impact on those around them, for good or for ill. (Summary by Tricia G)</p>\nPrevious book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/judge-burnhams-daughters-by-pansy/">Judge Burnham's Daughters</a><br>\nNext book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/ruth-erskines-son-by-pansy/">Ruth Erskine's Son</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/workers-together-by-pansy/ |
p sixth chautauqua girls series picks characters dr stuart everett joy saunders introduced ester ried yet speaking follows christians work master half hearted fully committed workers impact around them good ill summary tricia g p previous book series a href http librivox org judge burnhams daughters by pansy judge burnham s daughters a br next book series a href http librivox org ruth erskines son by pansy ruth erskine s son a br br |
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3213 |
3611 |
Short and Easy Method of Prayer |
Jeanne Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon |
Christianity - Commentary |
<p>Originally published in 1685, Madame Guyon’s A Short and Easy Method of Prayer is considered a classic of Christian mysticism, influencing great writers and speakers such as John Wesley and Charles Spurgeon. In it, Madame Guyon carefully and briefly sets out her ‘unmethodical method’ by which any and all can commune with God at any time and under any circumstances. (Summary by Jordan)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-and-easy-method-of-prayer-by-madame-guyon/ |
p originally published 1685 madame guyon s short easy method prayer considered classic christian mysticism influencing great writers speakers john wesley charles spurgeon it madame guyon carefully briefly sets unmethodical method commune god time circumstances summary jordan p |
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3214 |
3612 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 029 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-029/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3215 |
3613 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2009 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Christianity - Other |
<br />Librivox volunteers from around the world bring you Christmas stories, carols and poems in English, German, Hungarian, Latin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.<BR /><BR />A merry Christmas to you all!<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2009-by-various/ |
br librivox volunteers around world bring christmas stories carols poems english german hungarian latin portuguese russian spanish br br a merry christmas all br br |
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3216 |
3614 |
Extracts from 'The New and Complete Newgate Calendar', Vol. 1 |
William Jackson |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>Volume One of the New and Complete Newgate Calendar, covering the years 1700 through 1723, relates stories of British trials, the persons accused and the crimes committed. It is primarily based upon contemporary newspaper and pamphlet accounts of these trials. Where the criminal is particularly well known, such as the highwayman, burglar and escape artist Jack Sheppard, other sources were used as well. The readings used here are selected to illustrate different aspects of the eighteenth century criminal world and the British legal system.(Summary by Roy Shreiber)<p> |
English |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/extracts-from-the-new-and-complete-newgate-calendar-vol-1-by-william-jackson/ |
p volume one new complete newgate calendar covering years 1700 1723 relates stories british trials persons accused crimes committed primarily based upon contemporary newspaper pamphlet accounts trials criminal particularly well known highwayman burglar escape artist jack sheppard sources used well readings used selected illustrate different aspects eighteenth century criminal world british legal system summary roy shreiber p |
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3217 |
3615 |
Glengarry School Days |
Ralph Connor |
General Fiction |
With international book sales in the millions, Ralph Connor was the best-known Canadian novelist of the first two decades of the Twentieth Century. Glengarry School Days (1902), hugely popular in its time, is based on his memories of growing up in rural Ontario around the time of Canadian confederation. Although Connor saw himself as writing moral fiction for adults, generations of younger readers have also enjoyed these affectionate and gently amusing sketches, and excerpts from Glengarry School Days have appeared in school anthologies. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/glengarry-school-days-by-ralph-connor/ |
international book sales millions ralph connor best known canadian novelist first two decades twentieth century glengarry school days 1902 hugely popular time based memories growing rural ontario around time canadian confederation although connor saw writing moral fiction adults generations younger readers also enjoyed affectionate gently amusing sketches excerpts glengarry school days appeared school anthologies summary bruce pirie p |
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3218 |
3616 |
Canada's Hundred Days: With the Canadian Corps from Amiens to Mons, Aug. 8 - Nov. 11, 1918. Part 2, Arras |
John Frederick Bligh Livesay |
War & Military |
This is Part Two of Four of the incredible story of the actions of the men and women of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, Canada's contribution to the Great War 1914-1919, during the last 100 days of the First World War.\n<BR><BR>\nAfter nearly 4 years of stalemate (trench warfare) the Allied Forces planned to break through the German Hindenburg Line and then push the enemy from their defensive positions.\n<BR><BR>\nYou will follow the CEF as they take Amiens (Part I - complete), Arras (Part II - this project), Cambrai (Part III) and then the pursuit of the German Forces from Valenciennes to Mons (Part IV) in Belgium, the same place where the war began on August 4, 1914 on November 11, 1918. (Summary by Richard Laughton.)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/canadas-one-hundred-days-part-two-by-john-livesay/ |
part two four incredible story actions men women canadian expeditionary force canada s contribution great war 1914 1919 last 100 days first world war br br nearly 4 years stalemate trench warfare allied forces planned break german hindenburg line push enemy defensive positions br br follow cef take amiens part complete arras part ii project cambrai part iii pursuit german forces valenciennes mons part iv belgium place war began august 4 1914 november 11 1918 summary richard laughton p |
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3219 |
3618 |
Eye of Dread |
Payne Erskine |
Published 1900 onward |
The Civil War is upon the United States, and the town of Leauvite has sent away its young men, among them Peter Junior and Richard Kildene. When they leave, Betty Ballard is but a child, but by the time the war has ended, she has become something else entirely. Wounded, Peter Junior finds his time at Betty's father's studio, learning to become an artist, until one day he proposes to her after deciding to go to France. Of course, she agrees to wait for him. Meanwhile, Richard, who has decided to work on the railways, expects that when he gets back, that Betty will be waiting for him. With these complications, problems begin to arise... (Summary by Chelsea)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-eye-of-dread-by-payne-erskine/ |
civil war upon united states town leauvite sent away young men among peter junior richard kildene leave betty ballard child time war ended become something else entirely wounded peter junior finds time betty s father s studio learning become artist one day proposes deciding go france course agrees wait him meanwhile richard decided work railways expects gets back betty waiting him complications problems begin arise summary chelsea p |
| 3239 |
3220 |
3619 |
Märchen |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Angelehnt an dänische, deutsche und griechische Sagen und historische Begebenheiten, dem Volksglauben verbunden und inspiriert von literarischen Strömungen seiner Zeit, schuf Andersen die bedeutsamsten Kunstmärchen des Biedermeier. Andersens Märchen sind nicht nur zeitlos; sie gehören mittlerweile zur Weltliteratur. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/marchen-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
p angelehnt dänische deutsche und griechische sagen und historische begebenheiten dem volksglauben verbunden und inspiriert von literarischen strömungen seiner zeit schuf andersen die bedeutsamsten kunstmärchen des biedermeier andersens märchen sind nicht nur zeitlos sie gehören mittlerweile zur weltliteratur summary wikipedia p |
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3221 |
3620 |
Julius Caesar |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
<p>William Shakespeare's <i>The Tragedy of Julius Caesar,</i> based on true events, concerns the conspiracy against Julius Caesar, his assassination in 44 BC, and its immediate aftermath. Probably written in 1599 and among the first of Shakespeare's plays to be performed at the Globe Theater, <i>Julius Caesar</i> is one of his best-known dramas and has received innumerable performances throughout the centuries. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden after Wikipedia)<br /><p><strong>Cast:</strong><br />Julius Caesar – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br />Octavius Caesar – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3370">Glenn Simonsen</a><br />Antony – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br />Lepidus and Cicero – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />Publius, Poet, and Pindarus – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4444">Nathan Miller</a><br />Popilius Lena and First Commoner – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4435">Andrew</a><br />Brutus – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />Cassius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4402">Christopher Sanner</a><br />Casca – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Trebonius and First Soldier – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4527">Mark I. Smith</a><br />Ligarius and Second Soldier – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />Decius Brutus – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br />Metellus Cimber and Dardanius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4586">Chris Caron</a><br />Cinna, Young Cato, Second Commoner, Claudius, and Messenger – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br />Flavius and Clitus – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br />Marullus and Messala – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />Artemidorus – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4305">Aspergine</a><br />Soothsayer – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />Cinna the Poet – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br />Lucilius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3503">Christian Al-Kadi</a><br />Tintinius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4543">Chris Sellers</a><br />Volumnius and Servant – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />Varro and Third Soldier- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />Strato – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />Lucius – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3960">MGVestal</a><br />Calpurnia – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />Portia – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels</a><br />First Citizen – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br />Second Citizen – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4470">Mark Paar</a><br />Third Citizen – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4218">David Cole</a><br />Fourth Citizen – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4516">wimberprincess</a><br />Stage directions – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/julius-caesar-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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3621 |
Young Railroaders |
Francis Lovell Coombs |
Action & Adventure |
<p>While aimed at youths, this series of tales of the just-opening West makes a rollicking good story for adults, too. Three teen-age boys, trained as telegraphers, manage to get themselves in and out of a wide variety of harrowing circumstances. Using their knowledge of Morse code, the science of telegraphs, and the operation of railroads, the boys stir in native resourcefulness, quick-thinking, and when the occasion demands it, raw courage - to effect rescues, thwart thieves, and solve mysteries. If Tom Swift had lived in the nineteenth century, he could not have had more exciting escapades! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-railroaders-by-francis-lovell-coombs/ |
p while aimed youths series tales just opening west makes rollicking good story adults too three teen age boys trained telegraphers manage get wide variety harrowing circumstances using knowledge morse code science telegraphs operation railroads boys stir native resourcefulness quick thinking occasion demands it raw courage effect rescues thwart thieves solve mysteries tom swift lived nineteenth century could exciting escapades summary mark f smith p |
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3622 |
Book of Hallowe'en |
Ruth Edna Kelley |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>This book is intended to give the reader an account of the origin and history of Hallowe'en, how it absorbed some customs belonging to other days in the year,—such as May Day, Midsummer, and Christmas. The context is illustrated by selections from ancient and modern poetry and prose, related to Hallowe'en ideas. (Summary by Ruth Kelley, from the Preface).<p> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-halloween-by-ruth-edna-kelley/ |
p this book intended give reader account origin history hallowe en absorbed customs belonging days year such may day midsummer christmas context illustrated selections ancient modern poetry prose related hallowe en ideas summary ruth kelley preface p |
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3224 |
3623 |
Coffee Break Collection 003 - Nature |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<P>This is a collection of short (15 minute or less readings) works in English suitable for a coffee break at work or a short commuter ride. The theme for this collection is Nature in various genres -- fiction and non-fiction. Botany, geology, biology, astronomy; flowers, (meteor) showers, bugs, slugs, frogs, dogs, cats, bats -- you name it, as long as it's public domain and between 3 and 15 minutes long.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-003-nature/ |
p this collection short 15 minute less readings works english suitable coffee break work short commuter ride theme collection nature various genres fiction non fiction botany geology biology astronomy flowers meteor showers bugs slugs frogs dogs cats bats name it long public domain 3 15 minutes long summary bellonatimes p |
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3225 |
3624 |
Gardening Without Irrigation: or without much, anyway |
Steve Solomon |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Self-Help |
<p>Gardening expert Steve Solomon has written extensively on gardening techniques for the home gardener. Water conservation is the focus of this work, along with more information on how to have the healthiest plants in your garden through "fertigation", appropriate plant rotation, and soil preparation. (Summary by Brenda Price)</p> |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/gardening-without-irrigation-by-steve-solomon/ |
p gardening expert steve solomon written extensively gardening techniques home gardener water conservation focus work along information healthiest plants garden fertigation appropriate plant rotation soil preparation summary brenda price p |
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3226 |
3625 |
Through the Wood |
E. Nesbit |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of <em>Through the Wood</em> by E. Nesbit. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 11th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-wood-by-e-nesbit/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings em through wood em e nesbit weekly poetry project october 11th 2009 br br |
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3227 |
3626 |
Harbor |
Ernest Poole |
General Fiction |
<p><em>The Harbor</em> was written in 1915 by Ernest Poole. The novel is considered by many to be one of Poole’s best efforts even though his book, <em>The Family</em> won a Pulitzer Prize. <em>The Harbor</em> is a fictional account of life on a Brooklyn waterfront through the eyes of Billy as he is growing up. The novel starts with Billy the child, living on the harbor with his father, mother, and sister, Sue. During this time he also meets Eleanor who, at that time, he considers to be strange. She later becomes an important character in the novel. His father owns a shipping business, is hard-working, and can think of little else. As a young man, Billy begins to detest the harbor and longs for escape to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a writer and avoiding his father’s business. With his mother’s blessing, he takes flight to Paris to hone his trade. While in Paris, he meets Joe Kramer (J.K.) and a sometimes stormy relationship begins. J.K. forces him to confront human situations that Billy would prefer to close his eyes to. Billy eventually returns to the harbor after some years and recognizes changes are taking place in the harbor, and in his life. The harbor becomes a subject for his writing and his personal relationships. His attitude about the harbor begins to evolve. Throughout the novel, J.K. continues to make appearances in Billy’s life, challenging him to write about things as they really are and not as Billy’s world of comfort shows them to be. Billy’s life is changed when the harbor goes on strike and he becomes involved in the labor movement. What more can be said about a book that starts with the words, “You Chump!”? (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-harbor-by-ernest-poole/ |
p em the harbor em written 1915 ernest poole novel considered many one poole s best efforts even though book em the family em pulitzer prize em the harbor em fictional account life brooklyn waterfront eyes billy growing up novel starts billy child living harbor father mother sister sue time also meets eleanor who time considers strange later becomes important character novel father owns shipping business hard working think little else young man billy begins detest harbor longs escape pursue lifelong dream becoming writer avoiding father s business mother s blessing takes flight paris hone trade paris meets joe kramer j k sometimes stormy relationship begins j k forces confront human situations billy would prefer close eyes to billy eventually returns harbor years recognizes changes taking place harbor life harbor becomes subject writing personal relationships attitude harbor begins evolve throughout novel j k continues make appearances billy s life challenging write things really billy s world comfort shows be billy s life changed harbor goes strike becomes involved labor movement said book starts words you chump summary tom weiss p |
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3627 |
Ritratto del Diavolo |
Anton Giulio Barrili |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Barrili, in questo romanzo pubblicato nel 1905, prendendo spunto da un episodio narrato da Giorgio Vasari, ci narra la vicenda del pittore Spinello Spinelli (detto Spinello Aretino). Non spaventi né l'ambientazione trecentesca né l'aria da romanzo storico (essendo alcuni personaggi esistiti realmente, sebbene, poi, ciò che viene messo in scena sia in gran parte frutto della fantasia dell'autore) e non spaventino neppure i discorsi sull'arte messi in bocca ai personaggi o allo stesso narratore: l'intreccio è condotto brillantemente con ben dosati colpi di scena che danno slancio al romanzo, con uno stile agile, senza paludamenti. Il narratore poi, sebbene sia del tipo "onniscente", con il suo rivolgersi direttamente ai lettori diventa un personaggio egli stesso, quasi che fosse stato pensato proprio per una lettura ad alta voce. (Summary by Riccardo Fasol)<p> |
Italian |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ritratto-del-diavolo-il-by-anton-giulio-barrili/ |
p barrili questo romanzo pubblicato nel 1905 prendendo spunto da un episodio narrato da giorgio vasari ci narra la vicenda del pittore spinello spinelli detto spinello aretino non spaventi né l ambientazione trecentesca né l aria da romanzo storico essendo alcuni personaggi esistiti realmente sebbene poi ciò che viene messo scena sia gran parte frutto della fantasia dell autore e non spaventino neppure discorsi sull arte messi bocca ai personaggi allo stesso narratore l intreccio è condotto brillantemente con ben dosati colpi di scena che danno slancio al romanzo con uno stile agile senza paludamenti il narratore poi sebbene sia del tipo onniscente con il suo rivolgersi direttamente ai lettori diventa un personaggio egli stesso quasi che fosse stato pensato proprio per una lettura ad alta voce summary riccardo fasol p |
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3628 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 030 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-030/ |
p science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3629 |
History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 3 |
Gaston Maspero |
Antiquity |
<p>History Of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria is the masterwork of one of the fathers of modern egyptology. This work, in twelve volumes, was translated from the French original, “Histoire ancienne des peuples de l'Orient classique” by E. L. McClure and published in 1903-1904. Maspero was a largely self-taught master of hieroglyphic translation. In November 1880, he was placed at the head of a French archeological mission, which developed later into the Institut Français d’Archéologie Orientale. Maspero then succeeded Mariette as director-general of excavations and of the antiquities of Egypt.<br><br>“Aware that his reputation was then more as a linguist than an archaeologist, Maspero's first work in the post was to build on Mariette's achievements at Saqqara. He expanded their scope from the early Old Kingdom to the later, with particular interest in tombs with long and complete hieroglyphic inscriptions that could help illustrate the development of the Egyptian language. Selecting five later Old Kingdom tombs, he was successful in that aim, finding over 4000 lines of hieroglyphics which were then sketched and photographed.<br><br>“As an aspect of his attempt to curtail the rampant illegal export of Egyptian antiquities by tourists, collectors and agents for the major European and American museums, Maspero arrested the Abd al-Russul brothers from the notorious treasure-hunting village of Gorna, who confessed under torture to having found the great cache of royal mummies at Deir el-Bahri in July 1881. The cache was moved to Cairo as soon as possible to keep it safe from robbers.<br><br>“In 1886 he resumed work begun by Mariette to uncover the Sphinx, removing more than 65 feet of sand and seeking tombs below it (which he did not find, but have later been found but not opened).”<br><br>Maspero went on to sponsor and expand the system of national museums and presided over the growing collection of the Bulak Museum. Maspero gave a 17 year old Howard Carter his first Egyptological job – and it was he who recommended Carter to Lord Carnarvon. Carter and Carnarvon would go on to doscover the tomb of King Tutankhaman.<br><br>In the third volume of this master work, Maspero tackles ancient Chaldea, her gods and temples, and the civilization of Chaldea. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-egypt-chaldea-syria-babylonia-and-assyria-vol-3-by-gaston-maspero/ |
p history egypt chaldæa syria babylonia assyria masterwork one fathers modern egyptology work twelve volumes translated french original histoire ancienne des peuples de l orient classique e l mcclure published 1903 1904 maspero largely self taught master hieroglyphic translation november 1880 placed head french archeological mission developed later institut français d archéologie orientale maspero succeeded mariette director general excavations antiquities egypt br br aware reputation linguist archaeologist maspero s first work post build mariette s achievements saqqara expanded scope early old kingdom later particular interest tombs long complete hieroglyphic inscriptions could help illustrate development egyptian language selecting five later old kingdom tombs successful aim finding 4000 lines hieroglyphics sketched photographed br br as aspect attempt curtail rampant illegal export egyptian antiquities tourists collectors agents major european american museums maspero arrested abd al russul brothers notorious treasure hunting village gorna confessed torture found great cache royal mummies deir el bahri july 1881 cache moved cairo soon possible keep safe robbers br br in 1886 resumed work begun mariette uncover sphinx removing 65 feet sand seeking tombs which find later found opened br br maspero went sponsor expand system national museums presided growing collection bulak museum maspero gave 17 year old howard carter first egyptological job recommended carter lord carnarvon carter carnarvon would go doscover tomb king tutankhaman br br in third volume master work maspero tackles ancient chaldea gods temples civilization chaldea summary wikipedia p |
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3231 |
3630 |
Curse of Capistrano |
Johnston McCulley |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>The Curse of Capistrano by Johnston McCulley is the first work to feature the fictional character Zorro (zorro is the Spanish word for fox). The story was later republished under the name The Mark of Zorro. Senor Zorro is deemed an outlaw as he fights those in authority while seeking justice for the oppressed. He also woos and captures the heart of the lovely Senorita Lolita, but her father would see her married to the rich Don Diego Vega. Meanwhile, the ever persistent Sgt. Gonzales is closing in on our lovers and would means to see the end of Senor Zorro. (Summary by Barry Eads)</p>This project was proof listened by Elli and Joy Easton<br><br> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-curse-of-capistrano-by-johnston-mcculley/ |
p the curse capistrano johnston mcculley first work feature fictional character zorro zorro spanish word fox story later republished name mark zorro senor zorro deemed outlaw fights authority seeking justice oppressed also woos captures heart lovely senorita lolita father would see married rich diego vega meanwhile ever persistent sgt gonzales closing lovers would means see end senor zorro summary barry eads p this project proof listened elli joy easton br br |
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3232 |
3631 |
Four Weeks in the Trenches |
Fritz Kreisler |
War & Military |
A brief record of the fighting on the Eastern front in the great war by a participant in that great conflict\n(Summary by FNH)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/four-weeks-in-the-trenches-by-fritz-kreisler/ |
brief record fighting eastern front great war participant great conflict summary fnh p |
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3247 |
3650 |
Ophelia, the Rose of Elsinore |
Mary Cowden Clarke |
General Fiction |
<p>This story is from Mary Cowden Clarke's multi-volume work The Girlhood of Shakespeare's Heroines, in which she imagined the early lives of characters from Portia to Beatrice to Lady Macbeth. In her revision of Ophelia from Hamlet, she creates a backstory for Shakespeare's tragic heroine, from her infancy to just before the action of Hamlet begins.(Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/ophelia-the-rose-of-elsinore-by-mary-cowden-clarke/ |
p this story mary cowden clarke s multi volume work girlhood shakespeare s heroines imagined early lives characters portia beatrice lady macbeth revision ophelia hamlet creates backstory shakespeare s tragic heroine infancy action hamlet begins summary elizabeth klett p |
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3233 |
3632 |
Outlaw of Torn |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The story is set in 13th century England and concerns the fictitious outlaw Norman of Torn, who purportedly harried the country during the power struggle between King Henry III and Simon de Montfort. Norman is the supposed son of the Frenchman de Vac, once the king's fencing master, who has a grudge against his former employer and raises the boy to be a simple, brutal killing machine with a hatred of all things English. His intentions are partially subverted by a priest who befriends Norman and teaches him his letters and chivalry towards women.</p>\n\nOtherwise, all goes according to plan. By 17, Norman is the best swordsman in all of England; by the age of 18, he has a large bounty on his head, and by the age of 19, he leads the largest band of thieves in all of England. None can catch or best him. In his hatred for the king he even becomes involved in the civil war, which turns the tide in favor of de Montfort. In another guise, that of Roger de Conde, he becomes involved with de Montfort's daughter Bertrade, defending her against her and her father's enemies. She notes in him a curious resemblance to the king's son and heir Prince Edward.</p>\n\nFinally brought to bay in a confrontation with both King Henry and de Montfort, Norman is brought down by the treachery of de Vac, who appears to kill him, though at the cost of his own life. As de Vac dies, he reveals that Norman is in fact Richard, long-lost son of King Henry and Queen Eleanor and brother to Prince Edward. The fencing master had kidnapped the prince as a child to serve as the vehicle of his vengeance against the king. Luckily, Norman/Richard turns out not to be truly dead, surviving to be reconciled to his true father and attain the hand of Bertrade (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/the-outlaw-of-torn-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
story set 13th century england concerns fictitious outlaw norman torn purportedly harried country power struggle king henry iii simon de montfort norman supposed son frenchman de vac king s fencing master grudge former employer raises boy simple brutal killing machine hatred things english intentions partially subverted priest befriends norman teaches letters chivalry towards women p otherwise goes according plan 17 norman best swordsman england age 18 large bounty head age 19 leads largest band thieves england none catch best him hatred king even becomes involved civil war turns tide favor de montfort another guise roger de conde becomes involved de montfort s daughter bertrade defending father s enemies notes curious resemblance king s son heir prince edward p finally brought bay confrontation king henry de montfort norman brought treachery de vac appears kill him though cost life de vac dies reveals norman fact richard long lost son king henry queen eleanor brother prince edward fencing master kidnapped prince child serve vehicle vengeance king luckily norman richard turns truly dead surviving reconciled true father attain hand bertrade summary wikipedia p |
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3234 |
3633 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 017 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-017-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
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3235 |
3634 |
Haunted Hotel, A Mystery of Modern Venice |
Wilkie Collins |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>A kind, good-hearted genteel young woman jilted, a suspicious death or two that only a few think could be murder, strange apparitions appearing in an hotel all combine to create a horrifying conundrum. Who was the culprit and will finding out finally put an end to the mystery? (Summary by Kehinde)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-hotel-a-mystery-of-modern-venice-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p a kind good hearted genteel young woman jilted suspicious death two think could murder strange apparitions appearing hotel combine create horrifying conundrum culprit finding finally put end mystery summary kehinde p |
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3236 |
3635 |
Historic Papers on the Causes of the Civil War |
Eugenia Dunlap Potts |
Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
<br />While claiming to be historical papers on the causes of the United States Civil War, the author indulges in some Slavery Apologetics. An interesting view from a southern lady on what caused the war and why the south was the underdog. (Summary by FNH)<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/historic-papers-on-the-causes-of-the-civil-war-by-eugenia-dunlap-potts/ |
br while claiming historical papers causes united states civil war author indulges slavery apologetics interesting view southern lady caused war south underdog summary fnh br br |
| 3257 |
3237 |
3638 |
Moon and Sixpence (version 2) |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
<p>The Moon and Sixpence is a 1919 short novel by William Somerset Maugham based on the life of the painter Paul Gauguin. The story is told in episodic form by the first-person narrator as a series of glimpses into the mind and soul of the central character, Charles Strickland, a middle aged English stock broker who abandons his wife and children abruptly to pursue his desire to become an artist. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/moon-and-sixpence-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
p the moon sixpence 1919 short novel william somerset maugham based life painter paul gauguin story told episodic form first person narrator series glimpses mind soul central character charles strickland middle aged english stock broker abandons wife children abruptly pursue desire become artist summary wikipedia p |
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3238 |
3639 |
Christmas Angel |
Abbie Farwell Brown |
General, Fantasy Fiction |
<p>Disagreeable old Miss Terry spends her Christmas Eve getting rid of toys from her childhood toy box. One by one she tosses them onto the sidewalk in front of her house, then secretly watches the little scenes that occur, which seem to confirm her belief that true Christmas spirit does not exist. Then the Angel from her childhood Christmas tree appears to show Miss Terry that she has not yet witnessed the final act of each of those little dramas … \n<br><br>\n<i>Living Age</i> magazine in 1910 observed of <i>The Christmas Angel</i>, "Not since Charles Dickens laid down his pen forever has there been a prettier Christmas story written, one more full of the real spirit of Christmas or conveying a more seasonable lesson." (Summary by Jan MacGillivray)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-christmas-angel-by-abbie-farwell-brown/ |
p disagreeable old miss terry spends christmas eve getting rid toys childhood toy box one one tosses onto sidewalk front house secretly watches little scenes occur seem confirm belief true christmas spirit exist angel childhood christmas tree appears show miss terry yet witnessed final act little dramas br br i living age i magazine 1910 observed i the christmas angel i not since charles dickens laid pen forever prettier christmas story written one full real spirit christmas conveying seasonable lesson summary jan macgillivray p |
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3239 |
3640 |
Told after Supper |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<br />It is Christmas Eve, and the narrator, his uncle and sundry other local characters are sitting round the fire drinking copious quantities of whisky punch and telling ghost stories until bedtime, when...<BR /><BR />But no, I won't spoil the fun. This is a little gem: Jerome at his tongue-in-cheek best. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/told-after-supper-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
br it christmas eve narrator uncle sundry local characters sitting round fire drinking copious quantities whisky punch telling ghost stories bedtime when br br but no spoil fun little gem jerome tongue in cheek best summary ruth golding br br |
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3240 |
3643 |
Alice's Abenteuer im Wunderland |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Die Titelheldin Alice wird während eines langweiligen Picknicks mit ihrer Schwester auf ein weißes Kaninchen aufmerksam, dem sie schließlich in dessen Bau folgt. Dabei landet sie in einer traumartigen Unterwelt, die vor Paradoxa und Absurditäten nur so strotzt. Beim Versuch, dem Kaninchen zu folgen, passieren dem Mädchen zahlreiche Missgeschicke... (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/alices-abenteuer-im-wunderland-von-lewis-carroll/ |
p die titelheldin alice wird während eines langweiligen picknicks mit ihrer schwester auf ein weißes kaninchen aufmerksam dem sie schließlich dessen bau folgt dabei landet sie einer traumartigen unterwelt die vor paradoxa und absurditäten nur strotzt beim versuch dem kaninchen zu folgen passieren dem mädchen zahlreiche missgeschicke summary wikipedia p |
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3241 |
3644 |
Go-Getter |
Peter B. Kyne |
General Fiction |
A disabled veteran succeeds as a civilian with persistence and military focus. (Summary by Scott Dahlem)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-go-getter-by-peter-b-kyne/ |
disabled veteran succeeds civilian persistence military focus summary scott dahlem p |
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3242 |
3645 |
Royal Children of English History |
E. Nesbit |
General, History |
<p>From the first chapter: "History is a story, a story of things that happened to real live people in our England years ago; and the things that are happening here and now, and that are put in the newspapers, will be history for little children one of these days. And the people you read about in history were real live people, who were good and bad, and glad and sorry, just as people are now-a-days."<br /><br />E. Nesbit writes about some of the people behind the names, dates and battles of English History in this lovely book for older children. The original book contains some beautiful illustrations and you can see those by clicking the 'Gutenberg' link below. Summary by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/royal-children-of-english-history-by-e-nesbit/ |
p from first chapter history story story things happened real live people england years ago things happening now put newspapers history little children one days people read history real live people good bad glad sorry people now a days br br e nesbit writes people behind names dates battles english history lovely book older children original book contains beautiful illustrations see clicking gutenberg link below summary cori samuel p |
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3243 |
3646 |
General History of the Pyrates |
Captain Charles Johnson |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the most notorious Pyrates is a 1724 book containing biographies of contemporary pirates. It's author uses the name Captain Charles Johnson, generally considered a pseudonym.\n\nThe real identity of the author was thought by some scholars to be Daniel Defoe, although this has since been disputed. The publisher Nathaniel Mist or somebody working for him are other suggested authors.\n\nIn the first volume, "Johnson" sticks fairly close to the available sources, though he embellishes the stories somewhat. Nevertheless, the book was influential in shaping popular notions of piracy and provided the standard account of the lives of many individuals still famous in the 21st century.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1724 |
https://librivox.org/a-general-history-of-the-pyrates-vol-1-by-charles-johnson/ |
p a general history robberies murders notorious pyrates 1724 book containing biographies contemporary pirates author uses name captain charles johnson generally considered pseudonym real identity author thought scholars daniel defoe although since disputed publisher nathaniel mist somebody working suggested authors first volume johnson sticks fairly close available sources though embellishes stories somewhat nevertheless book influential shaping popular notions piracy provided standard account lives many individuals still famous 21st century summary wikipedia p |
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3244 |
3647 |
Farewell |
Honoré de Balzac |
War & Military Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
In his startling and tragic novella Farewell (‘Adieu’), Balzac adds to the 19th century’s literature of the hysterical woman: sequestered, confined in her madness; mute, or eerily chanting in her moated grange. The first Mrs Rochester lurks in the wings; the Lady of Shalott waits for the shadowy reflection of the world outside to shatter her illusion. Freud’s earliest patients will soon enter the waiting-room in their turn.<br/><br/>\n\nWhilst out hunting two friends come across a strange waif-like woman shut up in a decaying chateau which one of them dubs “the Palace of the Sleeping Beauty”. Soon we are dragged back to the terrible masculine reality of the 1812 retreat of Napoleon’s army from Moscow and the grotesque massacre that was to traumatise the heroine, parting her from her lover.<br/><br/>\n\nTheir reunion is more desperate still, as the earlier event is recreated in a bizarre and vain attempt to root out madness and compel the return of happiness…<br/>\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/farewell-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
startling tragic novella farewell adieu balzac adds 19th century s literature hysterical woman sequestered confined madness mute eerily chanting moated grange first mrs rochester lurks wings lady shalott waits shadowy reflection world outside shatter illusion freud s earliest patients soon enter waiting room turn br br whilst hunting two friends come across strange waif like woman shut decaying chateau one dubs the palace sleeping beauty soon dragged back terrible masculine reality 1812 retreat napoleon s army moscow grotesque massacre traumatise heroine parting lover br br reunion desperate still earlier event recreated bizarre vain attempt root madness compel return happiness br summary martin geeson br br |
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3245 |
3648 |
Contos, volume 1 |
Artur de Azevedo |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Artur de Azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro no Brasil do século XIX. Dando continuidade à obra de Martins Pena, consolidou a comédia de costumes brasileira, sendo no país o principal autor do teatro de revista, em sua primeira fase. Sua atividade jornalística foi intensa, devendo-se a ele a publicação de uma série de revistas, além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas. Ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e contos, sempre cheios de humor. Esta coleção éuma recolha de seus contos, publicados, em sua maior parte, no livro Contos Possíveis, de 1908. (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/contos-volume-1-de-artur-azevedo/ |
p artur de azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro brasil século xix dando continuidade à obra de martins pena consolidou comédia de costumes brasileira sendo país principal autor teatro de revista em sua primeira fase sua atividade jornalística foi intensa devendo se ele publicação de uma série de revistas além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e contos sempre cheios de humor esta coleção éuma recolha de seus contos publicados em sua maior parte livro contos possíveis de 1908 sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
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3246 |
3649 |
Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Die Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge ist ein 1910 veröffentlichter Roman in Tagebuchform von Rainer Maria Rilke - sein einziger Roman. Das Werk besteht aus 72 Aufzeichnungen, die oftmals Prosagedichten ähneln und meist unverbunden aufeinander folgen. Rilke selbst nannte das Werk stets „Prosabuch“ und niemals Roman. Die Aufzeichnungen haben einen bewusst fragmentarischen und (besonders zu Beginn) tagebuchähnlichen Charakter, und sie besitzen auch keinen durchgehenden Handlungsstrang. Dennoch sind sie durch die inneren Konflikte Maltes verbunden. Der Roman beginnt im Paris der Wende des neunzehnten auf das zwanzigste Jahrhundert. Die Aufzeichnungen umfassen Maltes Pariser Erlebnisse, seine Kindheitserinnerungen und seine Bearbeitung von historischen Begebenheiten und Geschichten. Einige Themenschwerpunkte sind Tod und Krankheit, Angst und Verzweiflung, Armut und Elend, Sprache und Wirklichkeit, Schicksal und Leben, Identität und Rollen, Künstler und Gesellschaft, Liebe und Einsamkeit, der einzelne Mensch und Gott. (Summary by Wikipedia and Sonja)</p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/die-aufzeichnungen-des-malte-laurids-brigge-by-rainer-maria-rilke/ |
die aufzeichnungen des malte laurids brigge ist ein 1910 veröffentlichter roman tagebuchform von rainer maria rilke sein einziger roman das werk besteht aus 72 aufzeichnungen die oftmals prosagedichten ähneln und meist unverbunden aufeinander folgen rilke selbst nannte das werk stets prosabuch und niemals roman die aufzeichnungen haben einen bewusst fragmentarischen und besonders zu beginn tagebuchähnlichen charakter und sie besitzen auch keinen durchgehenden handlungsstrang dennoch sind sie durch die inneren konflikte maltes verbunden der roman beginnt im paris der wende des neunzehnten auf das zwanzigste jahrhundert die aufzeichnungen umfassen maltes pariser erlebnisse seine kindheitserinnerungen und seine bearbeitung von historischen begebenheiten und geschichten einige themenschwerpunkte sind tod und krankheit angst und verzweiflung armut und elend sprache und wirklichkeit schicksal und leben identität und rollen künstler und gesellschaft liebe und einsamkeit der einzelne mensch und gott summary wikipedia sonja p |
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3248 |
3651 |
Enchanted Castle: Fairy Tales from Flowerland |
Howard E. Altemus |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Every boy and girl—and for that matter every man and woman, too—rejoices when the winter snows have vanished and the earth once more puts on her beautiful dress of green, for then the flowers wake from their sleep and clothe the earth with beauty.<br/><br/>\n\nBecause all boys and girls love flowers, those of them who read this book will be interested in the beautiful stories they have to tell, loving them even more when they know something of their past history and some of the events with which they are associated. (Summary from book introduction)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-castle-by-hartwell-james/ |
p every boy girl and matter every man woman too rejoices winter snows vanished earth puts beautiful dress green flowers wake sleep clothe earth beauty br br boys girls love flowers read book interested beautiful stories tell loving even know something past history events associated summary book introduction p |
| 3268 |
3249 |
3652 |
English Synonyms and Antonyms |
James Champlin Fernald |
*Non-fiction, Education, Writing & Linguistics |
<p>English Synonyms and Antonyms is basically a vocabulary builder that students might use as they prepare for entrance or exit exams. Each entry gives a list of synonyms, followed by a paragraph that briefly explains or exemplifies the subtle distinctions between the listed words. The entries sometimes close with a few words on the prepositions that follow selected synonyms, but more often with a list of antonyms.<br/><br/>\n\nBy "synonyms" we usually understand words that coincide or nearly coincide in some part of their meaning, and may hence within certain limits be used interchangeably, while outside of those limits they may differ very greatly in meaning and use. It is the office of a work on synonyms to point out these correspondences and differences, that language may have the flexibility that comes from freedom of selection within the common limits, with the perspicuity and precision that result from exact choice of the fittest words to express each shade of meaning outside of the common limits. (Summary by DSayers and the author from the entry "Synonymous")</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/english-synonyms-and-antonyms-by-james-champlin-fernald/ |
p english synonyms antonyms basically vocabulary builder students might use prepare entrance exit exams entry gives list synonyms followed paragraph briefly explains exemplifies subtle distinctions listed words entries sometimes close words prepositions follow selected synonyms often list antonyms br br synonyms usually understand words coincide nearly coincide part meaning may hence within certain limits used interchangeably outside limits may differ greatly meaning use office work synonyms point correspondences differences language may flexibility comes freedom selection within common limits perspicuity precision result exact choice fittest words express shade meaning outside common limits summary dsayers author entry synonymous p |
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3250 |
3653 |
Narrative of the Captivity and Restoration of Mrs. Mary Rowlandson |
Mary White Rowlandson |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>This is the story of Mary Rowlandson’s capture by American Indians in 1675. It is a blunt, frightening, and detailed work with several moments of off-color humor. Mary, the wife of a minister, was captured by Natives during King Philip's War while living in a Lancaster town, most of which was decimated, and the people murdered. See through her eyes, which depict Indians as the instruments of Satan. Her accounts were a best-seller of the era, and a seminal work, being one of the first captivity narratives ever published by a woman. Without works such as hers, there would likely not be many modern works inspired by similar themes, such as The Searchers, starring John Wayne.(Summary by Matthew Scott Surprenant )<p> |
English |
1682 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-the-captivity-and-restoration-of-mrs-mary-rowlandson-by-mary-rowlandson/ |
p this story mary rowlandson s capture american indians 1675 blunt frightening detailed work several moments off color humor mary wife minister captured natives king philip s war living lancaster town decimated people murdered see eyes depict indians instruments satan accounts best seller era seminal work one first captivity narratives ever published woman without works hers would likely many modern works inspired similar themes searchers starring john wayne summary matthew scott surprenant p |
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3251 |
3654 |
History of a Life |
Barry Cornwall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of History of a Life by Bryan Waller Procter (pseud. Barry Cornwall). This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 18th, 2009.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-a-life-by-barry-cornwall/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings history life bryan waller procter pseud barry cornwall weekly poetry project october 18th 2009 p |
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3252 |
3656 |
Pair of Blue Eyes |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The book describes the love triangle between a young woman, Elfride Swancourt, and her two suitors from very different backgrounds. Stephen Smith is a socially inferior but ambitious young man who adores her and with whom she shares a country background. Henry Knight is the respectable, established, older man who represents London society. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/a-pair-of-blue-eyes-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p the book describes love triangle young woman elfride swancourt two suitors different backgrounds stephen smith socially inferior ambitious young man adores shares country background henry knight respectable established older man represents london society summary wikipedia p |
| 3272 |
3253 |
3657 |
How to Sing (Meine Gesangskunst) |
Lilli Lehmann |
Education, Music, Self-Help |
<br />Lilli Lehmann, born Elisabeth Maria Lehmann, was a German operatic soprano of phenomenal versatility. She was also a voice teacher.<BR /><BR />She wrote: "Every serious artist has a sincere desire to help others reach the goal—the goal toward which all singers are striving: to sing well and beautifully." This is the 1915 second (expanded) edition of her book, and the accompanying <a href="http://www.archive.org/details/howtosingmeinege00lehmuoft" target="_blank">online book scan</a> includes many illustrations and diagrams, both physiological and musical, which the listener will find useful.<BR /><BR />Much of Lilli Lehmann's advice is complex and demanding - the standards which she set for herself were beyond the highest aspirations of most professional singers. However, there is still much in this book that is enlightening to all those who are interested in using their voice to best advantage, both in song and the spoken word. (Summary by Ruth Golding and Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-sing-meine-gesangskunst-by-lilli-lehmann/ |
br lilli lehmann born elisabeth maria lehmann german operatic soprano phenomenal versatility also voice teacher br br she wrote every serious artist sincere desire help others reach goal the goal toward singers striving sing well beautifully 1915 second expanded edition book accompanying a href http www archive org details howtosingmeinege00lehmuoft target _blank online book scan a includes many illustrations diagrams physiological musical listener find useful br br much lilli lehmann s advice complex demanding standards set beyond highest aspirations professional singers however still much book enlightening interested using voice best advantage song spoken word summary ruth golding wikipedia br br |
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3254 |
3658 |
Dutch Twins |
Lucy Fitch Perkins |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
</p>This book is the first of a series of stories for supplementary reading the purpose of which is to give children a correct idea of life in different countries, both in the spirit and atmosphere of the story, and in the actual descriptions. These books will also further a spirit of friendliness and good will for children of other nationalities. (Lucy Fitch Perkins in The Dutch Twins) Illustrations for this story may be found at the e-text link.<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-dutch-twins-by-lucy-fitch-perkins/ |
p this book first series stories supplementary reading purpose give children correct idea life different countries spirit atmosphere story actual descriptions books also spirit friendliness good children nationalities lucy fitch perkins dutch twins illustrations story may found e text link p |
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3255 |
3659 |
Space Prison |
Tom Godwin |
Science Fiction |
<p>AFTER TWO CENTURIES....The sound came swiftly nearer, rising in pitch and swelling in volume. Then it broke through the clouds, tall and black and beautifully deadly — the Gern battle cruiser, come to seek them out and destroy them. Humbolt dropped inside the stockade, exulting. For two hundred years his people had been waiting for the chance to fight the mighty Gern Empire ... with bows and arrows against blasters and bombs! (Summary from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/space-prison-by-tom-godwin/ |
p after two centuries the sound came swiftly nearer rising pitch swelling volume broke clouds tall black beautifully deadly gern battle cruiser come seek destroy them humbolt dropped inside stockade exulting two hundred years people waiting chance fight mighty gern empire bows arrows blasters bombs summary gutenberg text p |
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3256 |
3660 |
Comédie Humaine: 02 - Scènes de la vie privée tome 2 (3-9-42) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<p>Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de moeurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… <br/>(Extrait de l’avant-propos des Scènes de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-privee-tome-2-by-honore-de-balzac-1001/ |
p ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de moeurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal br extrait de l avant propos des scènes de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
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3257 |
3661 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 015 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The essays, speeches and reports included in this collection were independently selected by the readers, and the topics encompass history, government, military history, science, philosophy, sports, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-015/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain essays speeches reports included collection independently selected readers topics encompass history government military history science philosophy sports nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
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3258 |
3662 |
Aliens |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
<p>The human race was expanding through the galaxy ... and so, they knew, were the Aliens. When two expanding empires meet ... war is inevitable. Or is it ...? (Summary from Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-aliens-by-murray-leinster/ |
p the human race expanding galaxy so knew aliens two expanding empires meet war inevitable summary gutenberg text p |
| 3278 |
3259 |
3663 |
Hannibal |
Jacob Abbott |
Historical, Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
<br />There are certain names which are familiar, as names, to all mankind; and every person who seeks for any degree of mental cultivation, feels desirous of informing himself of the leading outlines of their history, that he may know, in brief, what it was in their characters or their doings which has given them so widely-extended a fame. Consequently, great historical names alone are selected; and it has been the writer's aim to present the prominent and leading traits in their characters, and all the important events in their lives, in a bold and free manner, and yet in the plain and simple language which is so obviously required in works which aim at permanent and practical usefulness. This volume is dedicated to Hannibal. (Summary from the preface of the book) <br /><br /> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/hannibal-by-jacob-abbott/ |
br there certain names familiar names mankind every person seeks degree mental cultivation feels desirous informing leading outlines history may know brief characters doings given widely extended fame consequently great historical names alone selected writer s aim present prominent leading traits characters important events lives bold free manner yet plain simple language obviously required works aim permanent practical usefulness volume dedicated hannibal summary preface book br br |
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3260 |
3664 |
Valley of Fear |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Doyle's final novel featuring the beloved sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, brings the detective and his friend to a country manor where they are preceded by either a murder or a suicide. A secretive organization lies culprit and an infiltration of it is in order. (Summary by Katie Riley)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-fear-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p doyle s final novel featuring beloved sleuth sherlock holmes brings detective friend country manor preceded either murder suicide secretive organization lies culprit infiltration order summary katie riley p |
| 3280 |
3261 |
3665 |
Lamplighter |
Maria Susanna Cummins |
Romance |
Gertrude began life as an abused child in the care of Nan Grant, a cold and cruel woman. The only human character who was kind to her was the lamplighter, Truman Flint. When Nan, in one of her tantrums, threw Gertrude away from her house, he took her into his care. A few unforgettable people taught Gertrude everything that a young lady has to know. Almost everybody loves and admires Gertrude. But the one she loved best is Willie Sullivan. Will this love stay strong even after 6 years of separation? And will Gertrude, so admired and loved as she is, be happy - once in her life - for herself and not for others? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-lamplighter-by-maria-susanna-cummins/ |
gertrude began life abused child care nan grant cold cruel woman human character kind lamplighter truman flint nan one tantrums threw gertrude away house took care unforgettable people taught gertrude everything young lady know almost everybody loves admires gertrude one loved best willie sullivan love stay strong even 6 years separation gertrude admired loved is happy life others summary stav nisser p |
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3262 |
3666 |
Around the World in Eighty Days (version 4) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p>Around the World in Eighty Days (French: Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours) is a classic adventure novel by the French writer Jules Verne, first published in 1873. In the story, Phileas Fogg of London and his newly employed French valet Passepartout attempt to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-eighty-days-by-jules-verne-2/ |
p around world eighty days french le tour du monde en quatre vingts jours classic adventure novel french writer jules verne first published 1873 story phileas fogg london newly employed french valet passepartout attempt circumnavigate world 80 days 20 000 wager set friends reform club summary wikipedia p |
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3264 |
3668 |
War and Peace, Book 14: 1812 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels. </p>War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p>Note: The novel is split up in 15 books and two epilogues. This is the recording of book fourteen, which covers events in the year 1812. The recording of the next book is in progress. The project thread can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=23038" rel="nofollow">here</a>. The recording of book thirteen can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-13-by-leo-tolstoy/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-14-1812-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p note novel split 15 books two epilogues recording book fourteen covers events year 1812 recording next book progress project thread found a href http librivox org forum viewtopic php t 23038 rel nofollow here a recording book thirteen found a href http librivox org war and peace book 13 by leo tolstoy rel nofollow here a p |
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3265 |
3669 |
Dracula's Guest & Other Weird Tales |
Bram Stoker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Nine Gothic Horror Tales by the author of Dracula.<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/draculas-guest-and-other-weird-tales-by-bram-stoker/ |
p nine gothic horror tales author dracula p |
| 3284 |
3266 |
3670 |
Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy |
Laurence Sterne |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>After the bizarre textual antics of "Tristram Shandy", this book would seem to require a literary health warning. Sure enough, it opens in mid-conversation upon a subject never explained; meanders after a fashion through a hundred pages, then fizzles out in mid-sentence - so, a plotless novel lacking a beginning, a middle or an end. Let us say: an exercise in the infinitely comic. <br><br>\n"There is not a secret so aiding to the progress of sociality, as to get master of this short hand, and to be quick in rendering the several turns of looks and limbs with all their inflections and delineations, into plain words." <br><br>\nSterne calls his fine sensitivity to body language (as we now term it) "translation". Much of the pleasure to be had from this wonderfully engaging book comes from his unmatched ability to extract random details from the chaos of experience to create comic turns imbued with Feeling. His Parson Yorick is the Sentimental Traveller: certainly a Man of Feeling, but one in whom "Nature has so wove her web of kindness, that some threads of love and desire are entangled with the piece..." (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p>\n |
English |
1768 |
https://librivox.org/a-sentimental-journey-by-laurence-sterne/ |
p after bizarre textual antics tristram shandy book would seem require literary health warning sure enough opens mid conversation upon subject never explained meanders fashion hundred pages fizzles mid sentence so plotless novel lacking beginning middle end let us say exercise infinitely comic br br there secret aiding progress sociality get master short hand quick rendering several turns looks limbs inflections delineations plain words br br sterne calls fine sensitivity body language as term it translation much pleasure wonderfully engaging book comes unmatched ability extract random details chaos experience create comic turns imbued feeling parson yorick sentimental traveller certainly man feeling one nature wove web kindness threads love desire entangled piece summary martin geeson p |
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3267 |
3671 |
About Orchids, a Chat |
Frederick Boyle |
Nature, Gardening |
<p>This is not a manual of instruction for orchid growers; though there are many hints on cultivation, and a few paragraphs on how to hybridize. The author is just an enthusiastic amateur orchid lover. He takes the reader on a wander through the dangers and consequences of hunting orchids in the tropical jungles of the nineteenth century, and chats about the extreme peculiarities of orchid growth, behaviour and structure, colouring the essays with his own experiences and with his delight in cultivating these beautiful plants. Beware! A new hobby beckons! (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/about-orchids-a-chat-by-frederick-boyle/ |
p this manual instruction orchid growers though many hints cultivation paragraphs hybridize author enthusiastic amateur orchid lover takes reader wander dangers consequences hunting orchids tropical jungles nineteenth century chats extreme peculiarities orchid growth behaviour structure colouring essays experiences delight cultivating beautiful plants beware new hobby beckons summary peter yearsley p |
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3268 |
3672 |
Parting |
Charlotte Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of <em>Parting</em> by Charlotte Brontë. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 25th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/parting-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings em parting em charlotte brontë weekly poetry project october 25th 2009 br br |
| 3287 |
3269 |
3673 |
Cat of Bubastes |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
<p>G.A. Henty’s “tale of ancient Egypt” tells the story of Amuba, prince of the Rebu, who is taken captive when his people are conquered by the Egyptians, and then becomes the servant and companion of Chebron, son of the high priest of Osiris. A mystery unfolds as the lads find evidence of a murderous conspiracy within the ranks of the priesthood; but they must then flee for their lives when they unintentionally kill the cat selected as the successor to the Cat of Bubastes, one of the most sacred animals of Egypt. Amuba and Chebron are strong, courageous, and resourceful – but will this be enough to carry them beyond the long reach of the power of Egypt? (Summary by D. Leeson)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-cat-of-bubastes-by-g-a-henty/ |
p g a henty s tale ancient egypt tells story amuba prince rebu taken captive people conquered egyptians becomes servant companion chebron son high priest osiris mystery unfolds lads find evidence murderous conspiracy within ranks priesthood must flee lives unintentionally kill cat selected successor cat bubastes one sacred animals egypt amuba chebron strong courageous resourceful enough carry beyond long reach power egypt summary d leeson p |
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3270 |
3674 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 031 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-031/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3271 |
3675 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 018 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-018-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3290 |
3272 |
3676 |
Little Fuzzy |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
<p>Jack Holloway, a prospector on the planet Zarathustra discovers small furry creatures. These creatures are obviously intelligent, but are they animals or are they sapient? If they are sapient the planet will be declared a protected zone and the company that is developing the planet commercially will lose their exclusive rights to the resources... (Summary by tabithat)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/little-fuzzy-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p jack holloway prospector planet zarathustra discovers small furry creatures creatures obviously intelligent animals sapient sapient planet declared protected zone company developing planet commercially lose exclusive rights resources summary tabithat p |
| 3291 |
3274 |
3679 |
Trostschrift an seine Mutter Helvia |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Ancient |
<p>Veröffentlicht 1867.<br /><br />Lucius Annaeus Seneca, genannt Seneca der Jüngere, war ein römischer Philosoph, Dramatiker, Naturforscher, Staatsmann und als Stoiker einer der meistgelesenen Schriftsteller seiner Zeit.<br /><br />Ausschlaggebend für seinen weiteren Lebenslauf wurde das julisch-claudische Herrscherhaus im Jahre 41, als Seneca nach der Beseitigung des despotischen Caligula von dessen Nachfolger Claudius in die Verbannung nach Korsika geschickt wurde.<br /><br />Dies geschah auf Betreiben Messalinas, mit der Claudius in dritter Ehe verheiratet war und die Julia Livilla als potentielle Rivalin ausschalten wollte. Deshalb denunzierte sie diese wegen angeblichen Ehebruchs mit Seneca. Nur der Fürsprache Kaiser Claudius’ im Senat war es zu verdanken, dass Seneca statt zum Tode zur Verbannung nach Korsika verurteilt wurde. Weil dies in Form einer Relegatio (nicht der Deportation) geschah, blieben ihm Eigentum und staatsbürgerliche Rechte erhalten.<br /><br />Acht Jahre währte die Verbannung auf Korsika insgesamt. Erhalten sind aus dieser Zeit vor allem zwei Trostschriften, in denen Seneca einerseits stoischen Schicksalsgehorsam, andererseits aber auch den dringenden Wunsch nach Beendigung des Exils zum Ausdruck brachte. Er zeigte sich, indem er Trost spendete, zugleich als Trost Suchender in auf die Dauer quälender Abgeschiedenheit.<br /><br />In dem Trostschreiben an seine Mutter Helvia, die von seiner Verbannung hart getroffen worden war, versicherte Seneca, er sei nicht unglücklich auf Korsika und könne es auch gar nicht werden. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/trostschrift-an-seine-mutter-helvia-by-seneca/ |
p veröffentlicht 1867 br br lucius annaeus seneca genannt seneca der jüngere war ein römischer philosoph dramatiker naturforscher staatsmann und als stoiker einer der meistgelesenen schriftsteller seiner zeit br br ausschlaggebend für seinen weiteren lebenslauf wurde das julisch claudische herrscherhaus im jahre 41 als seneca nach der beseitigung des despotischen caligula von dessen nachfolger claudius die verbannung nach korsika geschickt wurde br br dies geschah auf betreiben messalinas mit der claudius dritter ehe verheiratet war und die julia livilla als potentielle rivalin ausschalten wollte deshalb denunzierte sie diese wegen angeblichen ehebruchs mit seneca nur der fürsprache kaiser claudius im senat war es zu verdanken dass seneca statt zum tode zur verbannung nach korsika verurteilt wurde weil dies form einer relegatio nicht der deportation geschah blieben ihm eigentum und staatsbürgerliche rechte erhalten br br acht jahre währte die verbannung auf korsika insgesamt erhalten sind aus dieser zeit vor allem zwei trostschriften denen seneca einerseits stoischen schicksalsgehorsam andererseits aber auch den dringenden wunsch nach beendigung des exils zum ausdruck brachte er zeigte sich indem er trost spendete zugleich als trost suchender auf die dauer quälender abgeschiedenheit br br in dem trostschreiben seine mutter helvia die von seiner verbannung hart getroffen worden war versicherte seneca er sei nicht unglücklich auf korsika und könne es auch gar nicht werden zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3275 |
3680 |
Saudades: Historia de Menina e Moça |
Bernardim Ribeiro |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Romance |
"Saudades" é o primeiro romance pastoril escrito em língua portuguesa. É também conhecido como "História de Menina e Moça' ou somente "Menina e Moça", em razão da primeira frase do livro: "Menina e moça me levaram de casa de minha mãe para muito longe". Publicado pela primeira vez em 1554, o romance é considerado o precursor do gênero bucólico em Portugal, e por isso tornou-se importante, mesmo que inacabado. A linguagem do romance, semelhante à dos árcades de um século depois e repleta de misticismo, é comparada à da Bíblia, nos cânticos e salmos. O texto agrega elementos das novelas de cavalaria, do romance pastoril e da novela sentimental. O enredo, contado sempre do ponto de vista feminino, desenvolve-se a partir de histórias intercaladas, ligadas todas pelo desencontro amoroso e pelo fatalismo do sofrimento. Quase nada se sabe da vida de seu autor, cujas obras se resumem a dois romances e um punhado de poemas, alguns dos quais constam do Cancioneiro Geral de Garcia e Resende. (Sumário por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/saudades-historia-de-menina-e-moca-by-bernardim-ribeiro/ |
saudades é primeiro romance pastoril escrito em língua portuguesa é também conhecido como história de menina e moça ou somente menina e moça em razão da primeira frase livro menina e moça levaram de casa de minha mãe para muito longe publicado pela primeira vez em 1554 romance é considerado precursor gênero bucólico em portugal e por isso tornou se importante mesmo que inacabado linguagem romance semelhante à dos árcades de um século depois e repleta de misticismo é comparada à da bíblia nos cânticos e salmos texto agrega elementos das novelas de cavalaria romance pastoril e da novela sentimental enredo contado sempre ponto de vista feminino desenvolve se partir de histórias intercaladas ligadas todas pelo desencontro amoroso e pelo fatalismo sofrimento quase nada se sabe da vida de seu autor cujas obras se resumem dois romances e um punhado de poemas alguns dos quais constam cancioneiro geral de garcia e resende sumário por leni p |
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3276 |
3681 |
Tom Sawyer Abroad by Huck Finn |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Tom Sawyer Abroad is a novel by Mark Twain published in 1894. It features Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn in a parody of Jules Verne-esque adventure stories. In the story, Tom, Huck, and Jim set sail to Africa in a futuristic hot air balloon, where they survive encounters with lions, robbers, and fleas to see some of the world's greatest wonders, including the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer, Detective, the story is told using the first-person narrative voice of Huck Finn. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tom-sawyer-abroad-by-mark-twain/ |
p tom sawyer abroad novel mark twain published 1894 features tom sawyer huckleberry finn parody jules verne esque adventure stories story tom huck jim set sail africa futuristic hot air balloon survive encounters lions robbers fleas see world s greatest wonders including pyramids sphinx like adventures huckleberry finn tom sawyer detective story told using first person narrative voice huck finn summary wikipedia p |
| 3294 |
3277 |
3682 |
Prester John |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>This classic adventure novel by the author of Greenmantle and The Thirty-Nine Steps relates the first-person exploits of young David Crawfurd before the age of twenty. \n<br/><br/>As a boy growing up on the coast of Scotland, minister's son Davie and two friends were pursued with murderous intent along the cliffs one night by John Laputa, a visiting black African preacher, whom they had witnessed performing un-Christian rites round a campfire on the beach. A few years later, when his father's death forces Davie to quit college and join the tribe of wandering Scots, our hero finds himself in South Africa, assistant shopkeeper in a seemingly sleepy back-veldt store. There he re-encounters Laputa, now charismatic leader of an incipient native uprising, secretly preaching the incendiary creed of "Africa for the Africans," and proclaiming himself heir to the mantle of Prester John, a legendary 15th-century Christian king of Ethiopia.<br/><br/>\n\nCan young Davie possibly penetrate the megalomaniac's mountain stronghold, foil the insurrection, prevent a massacre of white settlers, and make off with the rebels' war-chest of gold and diamonds? It's going to take some doing - and not a little derring-do! </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/prester-john-by-john-buchan/ |
p this classic adventure novel author greenmantle thirty nine steps relates first person exploits young david crawfurd age twenty br br as boy growing coast scotland minister s son davie two friends pursued murderous intent along cliffs one night john laputa visiting black african preacher witnessed performing un christian rites round campfire beach years later father s death forces davie quit college join tribe wandering scots hero finds south africa assistant shopkeeper seemingly sleepy back veldt store re encounters laputa charismatic leader incipient native uprising secretly preaching incendiary creed africa africans proclaiming heir mantle prester john legendary 15th century christian king ethiopia br br young davie possibly penetrate megalomaniac s mountain stronghold foil insurrection prevent massacre white settlers make rebels war chest gold diamonds going take little derring do p |
| 3295 |
3278 |
3683 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces Abroad |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction |
<p>Aunt Jane's Nieces Abroad is the second of the ten book series of Aunt Jane's Nieces. The story continues with the three much loved girls - the sweet and generous Patsy, the cunning Louise, and the sullen Beth. This time they're on a tour of Europe with their down-to-earth uncle John Merrick. <br /><br />The benevolent uncle and his nieces meet mysterious and sinister Victor Valdi, his daughter Tato, and a pretend nobleman, Count Ferralti, who fancies Louise. The story revolves around travel and kidnapping, and the subsequent adventures of the three young girls, told in Baum's own inimitable style that keeps us at the edge of our seats. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-abroad-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p aunt jane s nieces abroad second ten book series aunt jane s nieces story continues three much loved girls sweet generous patsy cunning louise sullen beth time they re tour europe down to earth uncle john merrick br br the benevolent uncle nieces meet mysterious sinister victor valdi daughter tato pretend nobleman count ferralti fancies louise story revolves around travel kidnapping subsequent adventures three young girls told baum s inimitable style keeps us edge seats summary neeru iyer p |
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3279 |
3684 |
Satiren |
Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace) |
Poetry, Satire |
<p>Veröffentlichung dieser Ausgabe 1893<br/><br/>\n\nHoraz, eigentlich Quintus Horatius Flaccus, ist neben Vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen Dichter der „Augusteischen Zeit“, das heißt der Zeit zwischen 43 v. Chr. und 14 n. Chr., also vom Tod Ciceros bis zum Tod des Augustus.<br/><br/>\n\nDie zwei Bücher der Satiren bestehen aus zehn beziehungsweise acht teilweise recht umfangreichen Einzelgedichten in Hexametern. Horaz selbst nannte sie Sermones („Gespräche“). Er spricht darin mit Maecenas, mit dem Leser, mit sich selbst, und führt die Personen im Dialog vor. Ziel dieser nicht unbedingt harmlosen Plaudereien ist, dem Leser mit Humor die unangenehme Wahrheit aufzuzeigen. Vorbild war ihm der römische Satiriker Lucilius.<br/><br/>\n\nHoraz war stets um das Wesentliche und Straffheit bemüht. So lautete sein Kunstprinzip: Vielfalt in der Beschränktheit. Zentrales Thema ist die rechte Lebensgestaltung. Die meisten Gedichte geißeln Laster, die sozialen Unfrieden stiften oder zumindest die menschlichen Beziehungen beeinträchtigen, wie zum Beispiel: Habgier, Ehebruch, Aberglaube, Schlemmerei ... Im Gegensatz zu Lucilius, der schonungslos hochgestellte Zeitgenossen anprangerte, musste sich Horaz in dieser Beziehung zurückhalten. Seine Ausfälle beschränkten sich auf verstorbene Personen, einflusslose Leute und stadtbekannte Außenseiter. Nicht selten stellte er stellvertretend für den Normalbürger auch sich selbst und seine Schwächen dar.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/satiren-by-quintus-horatius-flaccus-horaz/ |
p veröffentlichung dieser ausgabe 1893 br br horaz eigentlich quintus horatius flaccus ist neben vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen dichter der augusteischen zeit das heißt der zeit zwischen 43 v chr und 14 n chr also vom tod ciceros bis zum tod des augustus br br die zwei bücher der satiren bestehen aus zehn beziehungsweise acht teilweise recht umfangreichen einzelgedichten hexametern horaz selbst nannte sie sermones gespräche er spricht darin mit maecenas mit dem leser mit sich selbst und führt die personen im dialog vor ziel dieser nicht unbedingt harmlosen plaudereien ist dem leser mit humor die unangenehme wahrheit aufzuzeigen vorbild war ihm der römische satiriker lucilius br br horaz war stets um das wesentliche und straffheit bemüht lautete sein kunstprinzip vielfalt der beschränktheit zentrales thema ist die rechte lebensgestaltung die meisten gedichte geißeln laster die sozialen unfrieden stiften oder zumindest die menschlichen beziehungen beeinträchtigen wie zum beispiel habgier ehebruch aberglaube schlemmerei im gegensatz zu lucilius der schonungslos hochgestellte zeitgenossen anprangerte musste sich horaz dieser beziehung zurückhalten seine ausfälle beschränkten sich auf verstorbene personen einflusslose leute und stadtbekannte außenseiter nicht selten stellte er stellvertretend für den normalbürger auch sich selbst und seine schwächen dar zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3281 |
3686 |
Enchanted Barn |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life, Romance |
<p>The Hollisters, a bright, spirited, wholesome family, are compelled to move into the country. After many efforts to secure a home, Shirley, eldest of the Hollisters, contrives a way out by renting a magnificent old stone barn at a ridiculously low price, transforming it into a house. The owner of the barn is not an ordinary landlord, as you will see, for he is a young man with fine ideals, and he is not content with establishing Shirley and her family in the quaintly beautiful old place, but makes the world a much happier place to live in for all of them. (Summary from publisher)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-barn-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
p the hollisters bright spirited wholesome family compelled move country many efforts secure home shirley eldest hollisters contrives way renting magnificent old stone barn ridiculously low price transforming house owner barn ordinary landlord see young man fine ideals content establishing shirley family quaintly beautiful old place makes world much happier place live them summary publisher p |
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3282 |
3687 |
Bushido: The Soul of Japan |
Inazō Nitobe |
Modern |
Bushido: The Soul of Japan written by Inazo Nitobe was one of the first books on samurai ethics that was originally written in English for a Western audience, and has been subsequently translated into many other languages (also Japanese). Nitobe found in Bushido, the Way of the Warrior, the sources of the virtues most admired by his people: rectitude, courage, benevolence, politeness, sincerity, honor, loyalty and self-control, and he uses his deep knowledge of Western culture to draw comparisons with Medieval Chivalry, Philosophy, and Christianity. (Summary by Availle)</P> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/bushido-the-soul-of-japan-by-inazo-nitobe/ |
bushido soul japan written inazo nitobe one first books samurai ethics originally written english western audience subsequently translated many languages also japanese nitobe found bushido way warrior sources virtues admired people rectitude courage benevolence politeness sincerity honor loyalty self control uses deep knowledge western culture draw comparisons medieval chivalry philosophy christianity summary availle p |
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3283 |
3688 |
Egri csillagok |
Géza Gárdonyi |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Az Egri csillagok mára már igazi klasszikussá vált Magyarországon. A történet a 16. század első felében játszódik és körülbelül 25 évet foglal magába. A legfőbb történelmi események közt olvashatunk a magyar királyok székhelyének, Budának 1541-es vérmentes elfoglalásáról és a törökök 1552-es egri ostromáról. Betekintést nyerhetünk még más történelmi témákba is, például a reformáció Magyarországon elért hatására, a magyarok és a német-római császár közti nézeteltérésekre, és olyan értékek kísérik végig a regényt, mint a könyörületesség, apai és anyai szeretet, barátság, bizalom és őszinteség.<br /><br />The story is set in the first half of the 16th century and covers a period of roughly 25 years. The main historical events that are addressed are the bloodless occupation of Buda, the seat of the Hungarian kings, in 1541, and the 1552 Siege of Eger (now in Northern Hungary) by the Turks that forms the major topic of the novel. The story also addresses some other historical topics like the impact of the Reformation, the discord between Hungarians and the Holy Roman Emperor, as well as many themes of general import like mercy, filial and marital love, friendship, trust and truthfulness. The book is considered as the most famous Hungarian novel. It's been translated into English titled Eclipse of the Crescent Moon. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Hungarian |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/egri-csillagok-by-geza-gardonyi/ |
p az egri csillagok mára már igazi klasszikussá vált magyarországon történet 16 század első felében játszódik és körülbelül 25 évet foglal magába legfőbb történelmi események közt olvashatunk magyar királyok székhelyének budának 1541 es vérmentes elfoglalásáról és törökök 1552 es egri ostromáról betekintést nyerhetünk még más történelmi témákba is például reformáció magyarországon elért hatására magyarok és német római császár közti nézeteltérésekre és olyan értékek kísérik végig regényt mint könyörületesség apai és anyai szeretet barátság bizalom és őszinteség br br the story set first half 16th century covers period roughly 25 years main historical events addressed bloodless occupation buda seat hungarian kings 1541 1552 siege eger now northern hungary turks forms major topic novel story also addresses historical topics like impact reformation discord hungarians holy roman emperor well many themes general import like mercy filial marital love friendship trust truthfulness book considered famous hungarian novel translated english titled eclipse crescent moon summary wikipedia p |
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3284 |
3689 |
This Country of Ours, Part 4 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall’s book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p>\n<p>This is Part 4: Stories of the Middle and Southern Colonies, from chapter 35 (The Founding of Maryland) to chapter 44 (The Founding of Georgia). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a>.</p>\n<p> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p>\n<p>Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 4 stories middle southern colonies chapter 35 the founding maryland chapter 44 the founding georgia read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents mainlesson com a p p part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a p p part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a p p part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a p p part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a p p part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a p p part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
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3285 |
3690 |
Mr. Trunnell, Mate of the Ship 'Pirate' |
Thornton Jenkins Hains |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>This is the tale of a perilous voyage aboard a clipper ship told by the second mate. He looks up to Trunnell, the first mate, who somehow manages to hold things together between a murdering former captain, a captain who may not actually be a captain, and a crew inclined to mutiny. This all leads to a surprising and satisfying ending.<br/><br/>\n\nThe author, Hains, wrote frequently of the sea. He is the author who (under a pen name) had a story on the newsstands about a liner hitting an iceberg and sinking, while Titanic was doing precisely that! (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/mr-trunnell-mate-of-the-ship-pirate-by-t-jenkins-hains/ |
p this tale perilous voyage aboard clipper ship told second mate looks trunnell first mate somehow manages hold things together murdering former captain captain may actually captain crew inclined mutiny leads surprising satisfying ending br br author hains wrote frequently sea author under pen name story newsstands liner hitting iceberg sinking titanic precisely that summary mark f smith p |
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3286 |
3691 |
Courage of the Commonplace |
Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews |
General Fiction |
The short story of a young man who came to terms with himself and became a man on a day when he had proven to be a failure to his family, his friends, his classmates, the girl he liked, and most importantly to himself. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-courage-of-the-commonplace-by-mary-raymond-shipman-andrews/ |
short story young man came terms became man day proven failure family friends classmates girl liked importantly himself summary roger melin p |
| 3303 |
3287 |
3692 |
Introduction to the Greek of the New Testament |
George Lovell Cary |
Language learning |
<p>A collection of lessons (primarily in grammar) for New Testament Greek (also known as Koine) collected by a professor at Meadville Theological School of Pennsylvania. There are over 80 short lessons, each covering an aspect of verbs, nouns, etc. (Summary by IWYLLPA)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/an-introduction-to-the-greek-of-the-new-testament-by-george-lovell-cary/ |
p a collection lessons primarily grammar new testament greek also known koine collected professor meadville theological school pennsylvania 80 short lessons covering aspect verbs nouns etc summary iwyllpa p |
| 3304 |
3288 |
3693 |
Explanation |
Rudyard Kipling |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Explanation by Rudyard Kipling. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 1st, 2009.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-explanation-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings explanation rudyard kipling weekly poetry project november 1st 2009 p |
| 3305 |
3290 |
3695 |
Letters of Ulysses S. Grant to His Father and His Youngest Sister |
Jesse Grant Cramer |
Letters |
<P>Among the national leaders whose names will always hold an honorable place in American history is Ulysses S. Grant, the simple-hearted man and capable soldier, to whose patriotism, courage, persistence, and skill was so largely due the successful termination of the war between the States, the contest which assured the foundations of the Republic. We are interested not only in learning what this man did, but in coming to know, as far as may be practicable, what manner of man he was. It is all-important in a study of development of character to have placed within reach the utterances of the man himself. There is no utterance that can give as faithful a picture of a man's method of thought and principle of action as the personal letter written, with no thought of later publication, to those who are near to him.<BR><BR>This collection of letters will constitute a suitable companion volume to Grant's <I>Personal Memoirs</I> and to the accepted biographies of the Great Commander whose memory is honored by his fellow-citizens not only for the patience, persistence, and skill of the leader of armies, as evidenced in the brilliant campaigns that culminated with Vicksburg, Missionary Ridge, and Appomattox, but for the sturdy integrity of character, modest bearing, and sweetness of nature of the great citizen. (Excerpt from the preface)</P> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-ulysses-s-grant-to-his-father-and-his-youngest-sister-by-ulysses-s-grant/ |
p among national leaders whose names always hold honorable place american history ulysses s grant simple hearted man capable soldier whose patriotism courage persistence skill largely due successful termination war states contest assured foundations republic interested learning man did coming know far may practicable manner man was all important study development character placed within reach utterances man himself utterance give faithful picture man s method thought principle action personal letter written thought later publication near him br br this collection letters constitute suitable companion volume grant s i personal memoirs i accepted biographies great commander whose memory honored fellow citizens patience persistence skill leader armies evidenced brilliant campaigns culminated vicksburg missionary ridge appomattox sturdy integrity character modest bearing sweetness nature great citizen excerpt preface p |
| 3306 |
3291 |
3696 |
Conjuror's House, a Romance of the Free Forest |
Stewart Edward White |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>In the northern outreaches of the Canadian wilderness, it was understood that the Hudson Bay Company governed all trading, and one factor named Galen Albret took his position seriously. Free traders, or those who dared try to do their trading outside of the Company, found themselves having to face Galen Albret and his methods of dealing with them. One or two offenses he might tolerate, but for those who repeatedly refuse to acknowledge his warning out, he would send them on “La Longue Traverse” through the wilderness without supplies, and from which they seldom returned.<br><br>Ned Trent was one such free trader who defied both the Company and Galen Albret. The defining difference between Ned and the other free traders however, was his youth, energy, and good looks, which the Factor’s daughter did not fail to recognize. What follows the initial confrontations between Ned, Galen Albret, and his daughter Virginia makes for a thrilling tale of adventure, daring, survival, and romance.<br><br>Conjuror’s House was twice made into silent films titled “The Call of the North”, the first being Cecil B. DeMille’s first film in which he received solo directorial credit, and the second starring Noah Beery and Jack Holt (whose face was the basis for the face of Dick Tracy). (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/conjurors-house-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
p in northern outreaches canadian wilderness understood hudson bay company governed trading one factor named galen albret took position seriously free traders dared try trading outside company found face galen albret methods dealing them one two offenses might tolerate repeatedly refuse acknowledge warning out would send la longue traverse wilderness without supplies seldom returned br br ned trent one free trader defied company galen albret defining difference ned free traders however youth energy good looks factor s daughter fail recognize follows initial confrontations ned galen albret daughter virginia makes thrilling tale adventure daring survival romance br br conjuror s house twice made silent films titled the call north first cecil b demille s first film received solo directorial credit second starring noah beery jack holt whose face basis face dick tracy summary roger melin p |
| 3307 |
3292 |
3697 |
Il était une fois... - 001 (contes pour enfants) |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault, les frères Grimm : autant d’auteurs d’exception dont les contes et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d’enfants, petits et grands. Dans le premier volume de cette collection d’histoires et de contes préférés des enfants, vous découvrirez (ou redécrouvrirez) vingt de ces récits, tantôt très populaires, tantôt moins connus. Ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles, et laissez-vous transporter ! <br/>(Description par ani poirier)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/contes-et-histoires-preferes-des-enfants-001/ |
p hans christian andersen charles perrault les frères grimm autant d auteurs d exception dont les contes et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d enfants petits et grands dans le premier volume de cette collection d histoires et de contes préférés des enfants vous découvrirez ou redécrouvrirez vingt de ces récits tantôt très populaires tantôt moins connus ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles et laissez vous transporter br description par ani poirier p |
| 3308 |
3293 |
3698 |
Contos, volume 2 |
Artur de Azevedo |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Artur de Azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro no Brasil do século XIX. Dando continuidade à obra de Martins Pena, consolidou a comédia de costumes brasileira, sendo no país o principal autor do teatro de revista, em sua primeira fase. Sua atividade jornalística foi intensa, devendo-se a ele a publicação de uma série de revistas, além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas. Ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e contos, sempre cheios de humor. Este é o segundo volume da coleção de Contos de Artur Azevedo, criada pelos voluntários do LibriVox. (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/contos-volume-2-de-artur-de-azevedo/ |
p artur de azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro brasil século xix dando continuidade à obra de martins pena consolidou comédia de costumes brasileira sendo país principal autor teatro de revista em sua primeira fase sua atividade jornalística foi intensa devendo se ele publicação de uma série de revistas além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e contos sempre cheios de humor este é segundo volume da coleção de contos de artur azevedo criada pelos voluntários librivox sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
| 3309 |
3294 |
3699 |
Man-Eaters of Tsavo |
John Henry Patterson |
Animals, Memoirs |
<p>In 1898, during the construction of river-crossing bridge for the Uganda Railway at the Tsavo River, as many as 135 railway workers were attacked at night, dragged into the wilderness, and devoured by two male lions. <br /><br />The Man-Eaters of Tsavo is the autobiographical account of Royal Engineer Lt. Col. J.H. Patterson's African adventures. Among them, his hunt for the two man-eaters. \n\nThis book was the basis for the 1996 film The Ghost and the Darkness. \n(Summary by James Christopher)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-eaters-of-tsavo-and-other-east-african-adventures-by-john-henry-patterson/ |
p in 1898 construction river crossing bridge uganda railway tsavo river many 135 railway workers attacked night dragged wilderness devoured two male lions br br the man eaters tsavo autobiographical account royal engineer lt col j h patterson s african adventures among them hunt two man eaters book basis 1996 film ghost darkness summary james christopher p |
| 3310 |
3295 |
3700 |
Acres of Diamonds |
Russell Conwell |
Self-Help, Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Biographies |
Text of famous inspirational lecture and biography of Russell Conwell, a Baptist minister and Temple University Founder (Summary by Scott Dahlem)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/acres-of-diamonds-by-russell-conwell/ |
text famous inspirational lecture biography russell conwell baptist minister temple university founder summary scott dahlem p |
| 3311 |
3308 |
3715 |
Sketches New and Old |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>This collection of 63 writings by Mark Twain was published in 1875. Among other sketches, it contains "The Jumping Frog" in the original English, followed by a French translation (read here by Caroline Mittler) which Twain re-translated into English, showing how the French translation of his work was "badly flawed." In many of these sketches, Twain shows his talent for outrageous and hilarious inventiveness, often in reaction to current events. (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/sketches-new-and-old-by-mark-twain/ |
p this collection 63 writings mark twain published 1875 among sketches contains the jumping frog original english followed french translation read caroline mittler twain re translated english showing french translation work badly flawed many sketches twain shows talent outrageous hilarious inventiveness often reaction current events summary john greenman p |
| 3312 |
3309 |
3716 |
Short Poetry Collection 084 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is an open collection of poems for the months of November and December 2009. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-084/ |
open collection poems months november december 2009 p |
| 3313 |
3296 |
3701 |
Contos para Velhos |
Olavo Bilac |
Erotica, Short Stories |
<p>Olavo Brás Martins dos Guimarães Bilac foi um jornalista e poeta brasileiro, membro fundador da Academia Brasileira de Letras. Criou a cadeira 15, cujo patrono é Gonçalves Dias. <br><br>Sua obra compreende além de poemas, textos publicitários, crônicas, livros escolares e poesias satíricas. Foi considerado na sua época, o "Príncipe dos Poetas Brasileiros".<br><br>Juntamente com Alberto de Oliveira e Raimundo Correia, foi a maior liderança e expressão do Parnasianismo no Brasil, constituindo a chamada Tríade Parnasiana. A publicação de Poesias, em 1888 rendeu-lhe a consagração.<br><br> "Contos para Velhos" é uma coletânea de poemas e pequenas histórias de tema adulto, publicada sob o pseudônimo "Bob".(Sumário escrito por Vicente)</p> |
Portuguese |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/contos-para-velhos-by-olavo-bilac/ |
p olavo brás martins dos guimarães bilac foi um jornalista e poeta brasileiro membro fundador da academia brasileira de letras criou cadeira 15 cujo patrono é gonçalves dias br br sua obra compreende além de poemas textos publicitários crônicas livros escolares e poesias satíricas foi considerado na sua época príncipe dos poetas brasileiros br br juntamente com alberto de oliveira e raimundo correia foi maior liderança e expressão parnasianismo brasil constituindo chamada tríade parnasiana publicação de poesias em 1888 rendeu lhe consagração br br contos para velhos é uma coletânea de poemas e pequenas histórias de tema adulto publicada sob pseudônimo bob sumário escrito por vicente p |
| 3314 |
3297 |
3702 |
Ateneu |
Raul Pompéia |
General Fiction |
<p>O Ateneu é um romance do escritor brasileiro Raul Pompeia, considerado como o único exemplar de romance impressionista na literatura brasileira.<br><br>Publicado pela primeira vez em 1888, o livro conta a história de Sérgio, um menino que é enviado para um colégio interno renomado na cidade do Rio de Janeiro, denominado Ateneu. Comandado pelo diretor Aristarco, o colégio mantém regras rígidas e princípios da aristocracia da época. A obra critica a sociedade brasileira do final do século XIX, tomando como metáfora o Ateneu, seu reflexo, um lugar onde vence sempre o mais forte.(Sumário extraído da Wikipedia)</p> |
Portuguese |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/o-ateneu-by-raul-pompeia/ |
p o ateneu é um romance escritor brasileiro raul pompeia considerado como único exemplar de romance impressionista na literatura brasileira br br publicado pela primeira vez em 1888 livro conta história de sérgio um menino que é enviado para um colégio interno renomado na cidade rio de janeiro denominado ateneu comandado pelo diretor aristarco colégio mantém regras rígidas e princípios da aristocracia da época obra critica sociedade brasileira final século xix tomando como metáfora ateneu seu reflexo um lugar onde vence sempre mais forte sumário extraído da wikipedia p |
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3298 |
3703 |
Adventskalender 2009 |
Various |
General Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
<p>Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1.-24. Dezember einen Text oder ein Gedicht. Viele haben einen Bezug zu Weihnachten oder zum Winter. (Summary by Sonja)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2009-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 24 dezember einen text oder ein gedicht viele haben einen bezug zu weihnachten oder zum winter summary sonja p |
| 3316 |
3299 |
3705 |
Sir Dominick Ferrand |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>"Levity" is not a word often applied to Henry James, but this story has about it an attractively lighthearted quality. It tells of Peter Baron, a poor, young struggling writer of adequate, if not transcendent, talent, who lives in a dreary London boarding house inhabited also by a mysteriously clairvoyant and beautiful young widow, with her small boy. When Baron buys himself a second-hand writing desk to stimulate the creative juices, he finds carefully hidden within it a cache of letters that appear to compromise a recently deceased statesman. The discovery and his struggle to handle the questions they pose ultimately change his life. Along the way he also discovers, as a fringe benefit, a talent for what Americans (though probably not Jamesians) call Tin Pan Alley. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/sir-dominick-ferrand-by-henry-james/ |
p levity word often applied henry james story attractively lighthearted quality tells peter baron poor young struggling writer adequate transcendent talent lives dreary london boarding house inhabited also mysteriously clairvoyant beautiful young widow small boy baron buys second hand writing desk stimulate creative juices finds carefully hidden within cache letters appear compromise recently deceased statesman discovery struggle handle questions pose ultimately change life along way also discovers fringe benefit talent americans though probably jamesians call tin pan alley summary nicholas clifford p |
| 3317 |
3300 |
3706 |
Balder Dead |
Matthew Arnold |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>Balder Dead" is a beautiful epic poem by Matthew Arnold. It draws from Norse mythology to retell the story of the the death of Odin's son, Balder, instigated by the treacherous jealousy of Loki. (Summary by Nathan)<p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/balder-dead-by-matthew-arnold/ |
p balder dead beautiful epic poem matthew arnold draws norse mythology retell story death odin s son balder instigated treacherous jealousy loki summary nathan p |
| 3318 |
3301 |
3707 |
In Galilee |
Thornton Chase |
Memoirs, Other religions |
<p>Thornton Chase is commonly recognized as the first convert to the Bahá'í Faith of Occidental background. During his life he organized many Bahá'í activities in Chicago and Los Angeles and was considered a prominent Bahá'í. In 1907 Chase was able to go on pilgrimage. Though Chase was able to be with `Abdu'l Bahá in Akka for only three days, the experience transformed him. `Abdu'l Bahá, highly impressed by Chase's qualities, conferred on him the title <i>Thábit</i>, "steadfast." On returning home Chase wrote an account of his pilgrimage, which was published under the title <i>In Galilee</i>] in 1908. The short work gives a detailed and poignant description of `Abdu'l-Bahá's home and family in Akka, as well as a moving description of `Abdu'l-Bahá Himself. The work remains one of the most important examples of the genre commonly known as pilgrim's notes. \n(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/in-galilee-by-thornton-chase/ |
p thornton chase commonly recognized first convert bahá í faith occidental background life organized many bahá í activities chicago los angeles considered prominent bahá í 1907 chase able go pilgrimage though chase able abdu l bahá akka three days experience transformed him abdu l bahá highly impressed chase s qualities conferred title i thábit i steadfast returning home chase wrote account pilgrimage published title i in galilee i 1908 short work gives detailed poignant description abdu l bahá s home family akka well moving description abdu l bahá himself work remains one important examples genre commonly known pilgrim s notes summary wikipedia p |
| 3319 |
3310 |
3717 |
Long Poems Collection 007 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>LibriVox’s Long Poems Collection 007: a collection of 15 public domain poems greater than 10 minutes in length.</p>\nMeta-Coordinator/Cataloging: Jc Guan & TriciaG </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-007-by-various/ |
p librivox s long poems collection 007 collection 15 public domain poems greater 10 minutes length p meta coordinator cataloging jc guan triciag p |
| 3320 |
3302 |
3709 |
Confessions, volumes 1 and 2 |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Psychology, Memoirs |
“Thus I have acted; these were my thoughts; such was I.”\n<br/><br/>\nRousseau’s lengthy and sometimes anguished dossier on the Self is one of the most remarkable and courageous works of introspection ever undertaken. Some readers may be repelled by his tendency to revel in embarrassing accounts of humiliation and fiasco, as if he were striving too hard to achieve an ultimate nakedness, a nakedness of the soul perhaps. Others may recall the compulsive self-searching of the narrator of Proust’s A la recherche du temps perdu, who also rather dwelt on the co-existence in the individual of the vile and the virtuous.<br/><br/>\n\nThe two opening volumes of the Confessions, presented in this inevitably censored edition of 1903, deal with the author’s childhood and callow adolescence.<br/><br/>\n\nHere he is... (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-volumes-1-and-2-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
thus acted thoughts i br br rousseau s lengthy sometimes anguished dossier self one remarkable courageous works introspection ever undertaken readers may repelled tendency revel embarrassing accounts humiliation fiasco striving hard achieve ultimate nakedness nakedness soul perhaps others may recall compulsive self searching narrator proust s la recherche du temps perdu also rather dwelt co existence individual vile virtuous br br two opening volumes confessions presented inevitably censored edition 1903 deal author s childhood callow adolescence br br is summary martin geeson br br |
| 3321 |
3303 |
3710 |
Soldier |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of <em>The Soldier</em> by Rupert Brooke. This poem was written, as the concluding part of a series of sonnets, on the outbreak of the First World War in 1914. Brooke, himself, died the following year on his way to a battle at Gallipoli.<BR /><BR />This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 8th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-soldier-by-rupert-brooke/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings em the soldier em rupert brooke poem written concluding part series sonnets outbreak first world war 1914 brooke himself died following year way battle gallipoli br br this weekly poetry project november 8th 2009 br br |
| 3322 |
3304 |
3711 |
Indian Heroes and Great Chieftans |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
*Non-fiction, History |
EVERY age, every race, has its leaders and heroes. There were over sixty distinct tribes of Indians on this continent, each of which boasted its notable men. The names and deeds of some of these men will live in American history, yet in the true sense they are unknown, because misunderstood. I should like to present some of the greatest chiefs of modern times in the light of the native character and ideals, believing that the American people will gladly do them tardy justice. (Summary from the text)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/indian-heroes-and-great-chieftans-by-charles-alexander-eastman-ohiyesa/ |
every age every race leaders heroes sixty distinct tribes indians continent boasted notable men names deeds men live american history yet true sense unknown misunderstood like present greatest chiefs modern times light native character ideals believing american people gladly tardy justice summary text p |
| 3323 |
3305 |
3712 |
Epoden und Oden |
Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace) |
General Fiction |
Veröffentlichung dieser Ausgabe 1893\n<br/><br/>\nHoraz, eigentlich Quintus Horatius Flaccus, ist neben Vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen Dichter der „Augusteischen Zeit.\n<br/><br/>\n<b>Epoden</b>\n<br/>\nAls Epoden werden die 17 Gedichte eines schmalen Buches bezeichnet. Epoden deshalb, weil jeweils ein Langvers mit einem refrainartigen Kurzvers abwechselt.<br/><br/>\n\n<b>Oden (23 - 13 v. Chr.)</b><br/>\n\nHoraz schrieb vier Lyrikbücher, die „Carmina“, die insgesamt 104 Gedichte enthalten.\nThemen sind wie schon bei den Griechen vor allem Liebe und Politik, aber auch Freundschaft, Alltäglichkeiten des Lebens und Fragen aus der Philosophie.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)\nDiese gutenberg.spiegel.de Ausgabe führt den saekularischen Festgesang gesondert auf, nicht in den Oden.</p> |
German |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/epoden-und-oden-by-quintus-horatius-flaccus-horaz/ |
veröffentlichung dieser ausgabe 1893 br br horaz eigentlich quintus horatius flaccus ist neben vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen dichter der augusteischen zeit br br b epoden b br als epoden werden die 17 gedichte eines schmalen buches bezeichnet epoden deshalb weil jeweils ein langvers mit einem refrainartigen kurzvers abwechselt br br b oden 23 13 v chr b br horaz schrieb vier lyrikbücher die carmina die insgesamt 104 gedichte enthalten themen sind wie schon bei den griechen vor allem liebe und politik aber auch freundschaft alltäglichkeiten des lebens und fragen aus der philosophie zusammenfassung von wikipedia diese gutenberg spiegel de ausgabe führt den saekularischen festgesang gesondert auf nicht den oden p |
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3306 |
3713 |
Harbor of Doubt |
Frank Williams |
General Fiction |
Young Code Schofield had lost his schooner May Schofield in an Atlantic gale a few months ago, and now the townspeople on the small island of Grande Mignon off the coast of New Brunswick were beginning to talk suspiciously of the events surrounding that loss. Insurance investigators have been summoned to investigate, friends are alienating themselves from Code, and he finds himsef challenged by even those he's known and trusted his whole life. Does Code Schofield have anything to prove, and if so, to whom, and why? (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-harbor-of-doubt-by-frank-williams/ |
young code schofield lost schooner may schofield atlantic gale months ago townspeople small island grande mignon coast new brunswick beginning talk suspiciously events surrounding loss insurance investigators summoned investigate friends alienating code finds himsef challenged even he s known trusted whole life code schofield anything prove so whom why summary roger melin p |
| 3325 |
3307 |
3714 |
Nachlaß des Diogenes von Sinope |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p>Nachlaß des Diogenes von Sinope.\nAus einer alten Handschrift.\n\nVon Christoph Martin Wieland (1733-1813), veröffentlicht 1770.\n\nWieland benutzt die Figur des berühmten Kynikers Diogenes von Sinope zu einer humorvollen Kritik der menschlichen Gesellschaft.\n(Zusammenfassung von redaer)</p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/nachlas-des-diogenes-von-sinope-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p nachlaß des diogenes von sinope aus einer alten handschrift von christoph martin wieland 1733 1813 veröffentlicht 1770 wieland benutzt die figur des berühmten kynikers diogenes von sinope zu einer humorvollen kritik der menschlichen gesellschaft zusammenfassung von redaer p |
| 3326 |
3311 |
3718 |
Allan's Wife |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>The story of Allan Quatermain's wife and further adventures of Allan Quatermain. (Summary by Elaine Tweddle)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/allans-wife-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p the story allan quatermain s wife adventures allan quatermain summary elaine tweddle p |
| 3327 |
3413 |
3828 |
Visit From Saint Nicholas |
Clement Clarke Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 recordings of A Visit From Saint Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore. More commonly known today as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 13th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/a-visit-from-saint-nicholas-by-clement-clarke-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 24 recordings visit saint nicholas clement clarke moore commonly known today twas night christmas fortnightly poetry project december 13th 2009 p |
| 3328 |
3312 |
3719 |
Kerstlied in Proza (A Christmas Carol) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
<P>'A Christmas Carol' is een Victoriaanse allegorie over een oude en verbitterde vrek, Ebenezer Scrooge, die in de nacht voor Kerstmis een aantal dromen heeft… (Samenvatting van Wikipedia)<BR><BR>This is the Dutch translation of the book: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.</P> |
Dutch |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/een-kerstlied-in-proza-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a christmas carol een victoriaanse allegorie een oude en verbitterde vrek ebenezer scrooge die de nacht voor kerstmis een aantal dromen heeft samenvatting van wikipedia br br this dutch translation book christmas carol charles dickens p |
| 3329 |
3313 |
3720 |
Five Little Peppers Grown Up |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction |
Five Little Peppers Grown Up continues the story of Ben, Polly, Joel, David, and Phronsie Pepper. Together with the Kings, the Whitneys, and other friends old and new, the Peppers learn and teach about life and love as they grow into adulthood. (Summary by Angela)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-grown-up-by-margaret-sidney/ |
five little peppers grown continues story ben polly joel david phronsie pepper together kings whitneys friends old new peppers learn teach life love grow adulthood summary angela p |
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3314 |
3722 |
Amy Foster |
Joseph Conrad |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
<p>Classic shortish story by Conrad that relates his self-thought alienation from British society, as a young foreign man survives a shipwreck off the coast of Kent, England only to be shunned by most of the townsfolk. The one exception is the loving, if dull-witted, Miss Foster. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/amy-foster-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p classic shortish story conrad relates self thought alienation british society young foreign man survives shipwreck coast kent england shunned townsfolk one exception loving dull witted miss foster summary bellonatimes p |
| 3331 |
3315 |
3723 |
Therese Raquin |
Émile Zola |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>An unsatisfied wife kills her weak husband in order to carry on a sordid affair with another man. However, her selfish plans are spoiled when her husband continues to haunt her. This is often said to be Zola's first great novel. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/therese-raquin-by-emile-zola/ |
p an unsatisfied wife kills weak husband order carry sordid affair another man however selfish plans spoiled husband continues haunt her often said zola s first great novel summary bellonatimes p |
| 3332 |
3316 |
3724 |
Five Little Peppers Abroad |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction |
This book is the next in the series of the Five Little Peppers, by Margaret Sidney, after Five Little Peppers and How They Grew and Five Little Peppers Midway. It continues the series where Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie get to travel abroad in Europe! (Summary by Chelsea)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-abroad-by-margaret-sidney/ |
book next series five little peppers margaret sidney five little peppers grew five little peppers midway continues series ben polly joel davie phronsie get travel abroad europe summary chelsea p |
| 3333 |
3317 |
3726 |
Underground City or the Child of the Cavern |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Covering a time span of over ten years, this novel follows the fortunes of the mining community of Aberfoyle near Stirling, Scotland. Receiving a letter from an old colleague, mining engineer James Starr sets off for the old Aberfoyle mine, thought to have been mined out ten years earlier. Starr finds mine overman Simon Ford and his family living in a cottage deep inside the mine; he is astonished to find that Ford has made a discovery of the presence of a large vein of coal. Accompanying Simon Ford are his wife, Madge, and adult son, Harry. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-city-by-jules-verne/ |
p covering time span ten years novel follows fortunes mining community aberfoyle near stirling scotland receiving letter old colleague mining engineer james starr sets old aberfoyle mine thought mined ten years earlier starr finds mine overman simon ford family living cottage deep inside mine astonished find ford made discovery presence large vein coal accompanying simon ford wife madge adult son harry summary wikipedia p |
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3318 |
3727 |
Achilleis |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epics |
<p>Achilleis von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, entstanden 1797–99, veröffentlicht 1808.<br/><br/>\n\nAls Goethe an dem Epos in Hexametern Hermann und Dorothea arbeitete, studierte er Homer in der Übersetzung von Johann Heinrich Voß. Dabei kam er darauf, dass zwischen dem Ende der Ilias und dem Anfang der Äneis noch ein episches Gedicht inneliegt. Er hat eine Achilleis in 8 Gesängen zu schreiben begonnen, hat das Projekt jedoch bereits nach der Fertigstellung des ersten Gesanges aufgegeben.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p><br><a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=redaer german&sort=-publicdate">Internet Archive: weitere gemeinfreie redaer Aufnahmen</a><br><br> |
German |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/achilleis-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p achilleis von johann wolfgang von goethe entstanden 1797 99 veröffentlicht 1808 br br als goethe dem epos hexametern hermann und dorothea arbeitete studierte er homer der übersetzung von johann heinrich voß dabei kam er darauf dass zwischen dem ende der ilias und dem anfang der äneis noch ein episches gedicht inneliegt er hat eine achilleis 8 gesängen zu schreiben begonnen hat das projekt jedoch bereits nach der fertigstellung des ersten gesanges aufgegeben zusammenfassung von wikipedia p br a href http www archive org search php query redaer german sort publicdate internet archive weitere gemeinfreie redaer aufnahmen a br br |
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3319 |
3728 |
Second Apology of Justin Martyr |
Saint Justin Martyr |
Christianity - Other |
<p>A defense of the Christian faith delivered by St. Justin Martyr to the Roman Senate in the second century AD (Summary by IWYLLPA)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-apology-of-justin-martyr-by-saint-justin-martyr/ |
p a defense christian faith delivered st justin martyr roman senate second century ad summary iwyllpa p |
| 3336 |
3320 |
3729 |
Briefe (Epistolae) |
Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace) |
General Fiction, Poetry |
<p>Veröffentlichung dieser Ausgabe 1893<br/><br/>\n\nHoraz, eigentlich Quintus Horatius Flaccus, ist neben Vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen Dichter der „Augusteischen Zeit.<br/><br/>\n\nDa die Oden nicht den erhofften Erfolg brachten, ließ Horaz ab 20 v. Chr. von der Lyrik ab und widmete sich dem ersten Buch der Epistulae („Episteln“). Zusammengesetzt aus 20 Briefgedichten in Hexametern, legte Horaz in diesem Buch seine Lebensphilosophie dar.<br/><br/>\n\nIm zweiten Buch der „Epistulae“ ab 13 v. Chr. betätigte sich Horaz als Literaturkritiker. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/briefe-epistolae-by-quintus-horatius-flaccus-horaz/ |
p veröffentlichung dieser ausgabe 1893 br br horaz eigentlich quintus horatius flaccus ist neben vergil einer der bedeutendsten römischen dichter der augusteischen zeit br br da die oden nicht den erhofften erfolg brachten ließ horaz ab 20 v chr von der lyrik ab und widmete sich dem ersten buch der epistulae episteln zusammengesetzt aus 20 briefgedichten hexametern legte horaz diesem buch seine lebensphilosophie dar br br im zweiten buch der epistulae ab 13 v chr betätigte sich horaz als literaturkritiker zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3321 |
3730 |
Conceptions of Divine Love |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Christianity - Commentary |
<p>Conceptions of Divine Love was written in 1577. St. Teresa wrote this with the idea of explaining certain words found in the Book of Canticles. When her confessor read the title of her work, he ordered her to immediately burn it, which, of course, she did. But one of her nuns had copied the first seven chapters, which was then published in 1612. Here, Father John Dalton has translated only four of those chapters in 1852. (Summary by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/conceptions-of-divine-love-by-santa-teresa-de-jesus/ |
p conceptions divine love written 1577 st teresa wrote idea explaining certain words found book canticles confessor read title work ordered immediately burn it which course did one nuns copied first seven chapters published 1612 here father john dalton translated four chapters 1852 summary ann boulais p |
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3322 |
3731 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 08 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le huitième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.</p><p> This is the eighth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.<br> (Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1678 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-livre-08-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-1004/ |
p voici le huitième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p eighth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society br summary ezwa p |
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3323 |
3732 |
Hermann und Dorothea |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epics |
<p>Veröffentlicht 1797. Hermann und Dorothea ist ein Epos in neun Gesängen von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Die Gesänge tragen die Namen der antiken griechischen Musen.<br><br>Ein Treck deutscher Flüchtlinge zieht, den Feind auf den Fersen, ostwärts, überquert den Rhein und nähert sich dem Ort der Handlung im Sommer kurz vor der Getreideernte. Dieser Ort ist eine rechtsrheinische Kleinstadt.<br><br>Während seiner Teilnahme an der Kampagne in Frankreich hatte Goethe 1792 die Flucht linksrheinischer Deutscher nach Osten miterlebt.<br><br>(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1797 |
https://librivox.org/hermann-und-dorothea-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p veröffentlicht 1797 hermann und dorothea ist ein epos neun gesängen von johann wolfgang von goethe die gesänge tragen die namen der antiken griechischen musen br br ein treck deutscher flüchtlinge zieht den feind auf den fersen ostwärts überquert den rhein und nähert sich dem ort der handlung im sommer kurz vor der getreideernte dieser ort ist eine rechtsrheinische kleinstadt br br während seiner teilnahme der kampagne frankreich hatte goethe 1792 die flucht linksrheinischer deutscher nach osten miterlebt br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3324 |
3733 |
Nicomachean Ethics |
Aristotle |
Philosophy, Ancient |
<p>The work consists of ten books, originally separate scrolls, and is understood to be based on notes said to be from his lectures at the Lyceum which were either edited by or dedicated to Aristotle's son, Nicomachus. In many ways this work parallels the similar Eudemian Ethics, which has only eight books, and the two works can be fruitfully compared. Books V, VI, and VII of the Nicomachean Ethics are identical to Books IV, V, and VI of the Eudemian Ethics. Opinions about the relationship between the two works, for example which was written first, and which originally contained the three common books, is divided. Aristotle describes his ethical work as being different from his other kinds of study, because it is not just for the sake of contemplating what things are, but rather to actually become good ourselves. It is therefore practical rather than theoretical in the original Aristotelian senses of these terms. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/the-nicomachean-ethics-by-aristotle/ |
p the work consists ten books originally separate scrolls understood based notes said lectures lyceum either edited dedicated aristotle s son nicomachus many ways work parallels similar eudemian ethics eight books two works fruitfully compared books v vi vii nicomachean ethics identical books iv v vi eudemian ethics opinions relationship two works example written first originally contained three common books divided aristotle describes ethical work different kinds study sake contemplating things are rather actually become good ourselves therefore practical rather theoretical original aristotelian senses terms summary wikipedia p |
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3325 |
3734 |
Day at the County Fair |
Alice Hale Burnett |
Action & Adventure |
Three little friends are taken to the County Fair in Uncle Billy's motorcar, but a slight delay occurs on the way. How they finally arrived at the fair ground and their amusing experiences are most entertainingly told in this short book for younger readers and listeners. Read along and see the charming illustrations at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/23999">Project Gutenberg</a>. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-day-at-the-county-fair-by-alice-hale-burnett/ |
three little friends taken county fair uncle billy s motorcar slight delay occurs way finally arrived fair ground amusing experiences entertainingly told short book younger readers listeners read along see charming illustrations a href http www gutenberg org etext 23999 project gutenberg a summary kara p |
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3326 |
3735 |
Ultima Thule |
Dallas McCord Reynolds |
Science Fiction |
Ronny Bronston has dreamed all his life of getting a United Planets job that would take him off-world. He finally gets the opportunity when he is given a provisional assignment with Bureau of Investigation, Section G. But will he be able to complete his assignment and find the elusive Tommy Paine?<p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/ultima-thule-by-mack-reynolds/ |
ronny bronston dreamed life getting united planets job would take off world finally gets opportunity given provisional assignment bureau investigation section g able complete assignment find elusive tommy paine p |
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3334 |
3744 |
Snow Queen and Other Stories |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
This project features four longer stories by Hans Christian Andersen.<br>Andersen's fairy tales, which have been translated into more than 125 languages, have become culturally embedded in the West's collective consciousness, readily accessible to children, but presenting lessons of virtue and resilience in the face of adversity for mature readers as well. They have inspired motion pictures, plays, ballets, and animated films. ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-snow-queen-and-other-stories-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
project features four longer stories hans christian andersen br andersen s fairy tales translated 125 languages become culturally embedded west s collective consciousness readily accessible children presenting lessons virtue resilience face adversity mature readers well inspired motion pictures plays ballets animated films summary wikipedia p |
| 3344 |
3327 |
3737 |
Sätze aus der höhern Welt- und Menschenkunde |
François VI. de La Rochefoucauld |
Early Modern |
<p>Sätze aus der höhern Welt- und Menschenkunde (Maximes) von La Rochefoucauld (1613 - 1680), veröffentlicht 1678; übersetzt von Friedrich Schulz (1762-1798), veröffentlicht 1798<br><br>François VI. de La Rochefoucauld war ein französischer Schriftsteller und philosophischer Aphoristiker. Er gilt als der erste der französischen Moralisten.<br><br>1658 begann La Rochefoucauld mit der Abfassung kürzerer aphoristischer Betrachtungen über die Natur des Menschen allgemein und die Verhaltensweisen der Angehörigen der adligen Gesellschaft im Besonderen. 1664 gab er unter dem Titel Réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales eine Sammlung dieser pointierten, meist pessimistischen, oft sarkastischen Texte heraus.<br><br>(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/satze-aus-der-hohern-welt-und-menschenkunde-by-francois-vi-de-la-rochefoucauld/ |
p sätze aus der höhern welt und menschenkunde maximes von la rochefoucauld 1613 1680 veröffentlicht 1678 übersetzt von friedrich schulz 1762 1798 veröffentlicht 1798 br br françois vi de la rochefoucauld war ein französischer schriftsteller und philosophischer aphoristiker er gilt als der erste der französischen moralisten br br 1658 begann la rochefoucauld mit der abfassung kürzerer aphoristischer betrachtungen über die natur des menschen allgemein und die verhaltensweisen der angehörigen der adligen gesellschaft im besonderen 1664 gab er unter dem titel réflexions ou sentences et maximes morales eine sammlung dieser pointierten meist pessimistischen oft sarkastischen texte heraus br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3328 |
3738 |
Antiquary |
Andrew Lang |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Illegitimacy, false identity, and bankruptcy are the major elements of Sir Walter Scott's 1816 novel, The Antiquary. Set in the period of the French Revolution, the novel's hero, Lovel, struggles to gain repute and the hand of his beloved despite his uncertain parentage. During these pursuits, he befriends the title's antiquary, Johnathan Oldbuck, who finds Lovel a captive audience to his scholarly studies and a tragic likeness to his own disappointments in love. Readers will discover whether Lovel's acts of bravery and courage ultimately earn him the birth and fortunes of a nobleman. (Summary by S. Kovalchik)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-antiquary-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p illegitimacy false identity bankruptcy major elements sir walter scott s 1816 novel antiquary set period french revolution novel s hero lovel struggles gain repute hand beloved despite uncertain parentage pursuits befriends title s antiquary johnathan oldbuck finds lovel captive audience scholarly studies tragic likeness disappointments love readers discover whether lovel s acts bravery courage ultimately earn birth fortunes nobleman summary s kovalchik p |
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3329 |
3739 |
Humour of the North |
Lawrence J. Burpee |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>Some day an enterprising editor may find time to glean from the whole field of Canadian literature a representative collection of wit and humour. . . . The present little collection obviously makes no such ambitious claim. It embraces, however, what are believed to be representative examples of the work of some of our better-known writers, many of which will no doubt be quite familiar to Canadian readers, but perhaps none the less welcome on that account. (Summary from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/humour-of-the-north-by-various/ |
p some day enterprising editor may find time glean whole field canadian literature representative collection wit humour present little collection obviously makes ambitious claim embraces however believed representative examples work better known writers many doubt quite familiar canadian readers perhaps none less welcome account summary introduction p |
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3330 |
3740 |
Golden Days of good Queen Bess |
Sir John Carr |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Parody on "The Golden Days of good Queen Bess" by Sir John Carr. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 15th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1809 |
https://librivox.org/parody-on-the-golden-days-of-good-queen-bess-by-sir-john-carr/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings parody the golden days good queen bess sir john carr fortnightly poetry project november 15th 2009 p |
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3331 |
3741 |
Tis the Last Rose of Summer |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of ’Tis the Last Rose of Summer by Sir Thomas Moore. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 15th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/tis-the-last-rose-of-summer-by-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings tis last rose summer sir thomas moore fortnightly poetry project november 15th 2009 p |
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3332 |
3742 |
Kriton |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
<p>Kriton by Platon (428/427 v. Chr. – 348/347 v. Chr.). Übersetzung durch Friedrich Daniel Ernst Schleiermacher (1768-1834) von 1818.\n\nDer Dialog Kriton schließt inhaltlich an die Apologie des Sokrates an und dokumentiert das Gespräch zwischen dem zum Tode verurteilten Philosophen Sokrates und dessen wohlhabendem Freund und Schüler Kriton, welcher ihn in seiner Zelle aufsucht. Sein Ziel ist es, Sokrates' Leben zu retten, indem er ihm zur Flucht aus dem Gefängnis verhilft. Dieses kann aber nur erreicht werden, wenn Sokrates von der Richtigkeit der Flucht überzeugt werden kann.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p>\nPersonen:\n\nKriton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3503">Christian Al-Kadi</a><br/>\nSokrates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2422">redaer</a><br/><br/> |
German |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/kriton-by-plato-platon/ |
p kriton platon 428 427 v chr 348 347 v chr übersetzung durch friedrich daniel ernst schleiermacher 1768 1834 von 1818 der dialog kriton schließt inhaltlich die apologie des sokrates und dokumentiert das gespräch zwischen dem zum tode verurteilten philosophen sokrates und dessen wohlhabendem freund und schüler kriton welcher ihn seiner zelle aufsucht sein ziel ist es sokrates leben zu retten indem er ihm zur flucht aus dem gefängnis verhilft dieses kann aber nur erreicht werden wenn sokrates von der richtigkeit der flucht überzeugt werden kann zusammenfassung von wikipedia p personen kriton a href http librivox org reader 3503 christian al kadi a br sokrates a href http librivox org reader 2422 redaer a br br |
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3333 |
3743 |
Coleção de Autoras em Português |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Nesta coleção, os voluntários do Librivox reuniram várias obras de autoras que escreveram em Língua Portuguesa. A literatura lusófona, do século XVII ao século XX, vem aqui representada por algumas de suas maiores escritoras. (Sumário por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/colecao-de-autoras-em-portugues-by-varios/ |
p nesta coleção os voluntários librivox reuniram várias obras de autoras que escreveram em língua portuguesa literatura lusófona século xvii ao século xx vem aqui representada por algumas de suas maiores escritoras sumário por leni p |
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3351 |
3762 |
Misérables Vol. 5 |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is book 5 of 5. -- An ex-convict breaks parole and starts a new life as a righteous man, but is pursued by a police inspector. Along the way, the ex-convict joins a revolution, adopts a daughter, and beats people up. Hooray. (Summary by smileyman457)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-vol-5-by-victor-hugo/ |
p this book 5 5 ex convict breaks parole starts new life righteous man pursued police inspector along way ex convict joins revolution adopts daughter beats people up hooray summary smileyman457 p |
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3335 |
3745 |
Gitanjali |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Poetry |
Gitanjali is a collection of 103 poems in English, largely translations by the Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore. This volume became very famous in the West, and was widely translated into other languages. In England a slender volume was published in 1913, with an exhilarating preface by W. B. Yeats. In the same year, Rabindranath became the first non-European to win the Nobel prize. (summary by Hilara)\n\n"On many an idle day have I grieved over lost time. But it is never lost, my lord. Thou hast taken every moment of my life in thine own hands.\n\nHidden in the heart of things thou art nourishing seeds into sprouts, buds into blossoms, and ripening flowers into fruitfulness.\n\nI was tired and sleeping on my idle bed and imagined all work had ceased. In the morning I woke up and found my garden full with wonders of flowers." 81, Gitanjali </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/gitanjali-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
gitanjali collection 103 poems english largely translations bengali poet rabindranath tagore volume became famous west widely translated languages england slender volume published 1913 exhilarating preface w b yeats year rabindranath became first non european win nobel prize summary hilara on many idle day grieved lost time never lost lord thou hast taken every moment life thine hands hidden heart things thou art nourishing seeds sprouts buds blossoms ripening flowers fruitfulness tired sleeping idle bed imagined work ceased morning woke found garden full wonders flowers 81 gitanjali p |
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3336 |
3746 |
Bible (YLT) 04: Numbers |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young’s Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young’s Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a “Revised Edition” of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/numbers-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition summary wikipedia p |
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3337 |
3747 |
Planet Strappers |
Raymond Z. Gallun |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Planet Strappers started out as The Bunch, a group of student-astronauts in the back room of a store in Jarviston, Minnesota. They wanted off Earth, and they begged, borrowed and built what they needed to make it. They got what they wanted--a start on the road to the stars--but no one brought up on Earth could have imagined what was waiting for them Out There!\n(Summary from the text)</p>\n |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/the-planet-strappers-by-raymond-z-gallun/ |
p the planet strappers started bunch group student astronauts back room store jarviston minnesota wanted earth begged borrowed built needed make it got wanted a start road stars but one brought earth could imagined waiting there summary text p |
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3338 |
3748 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 032 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-032/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3339 |
3749 |
Merry Anne |
Samuel Merwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
<p>This 1904 maritime adventure is set in the Great Lakes region, upon water and in wood. Our hero is caught in a smuggling scheme and may lose his boat and his sweetheart. With a fast pace and interesting plot, the story is made realistic with very modern "bad-guys". (Summary by Brenda Price)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-merry-anne-by-samuel-merwin/ |
p this 1904 maritime adventure set great lakes region upon water wood hero caught smuggling scheme may lose boat sweetheart fast pace interesting plot story made realistic modern bad guys summary brenda price p |
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3340 |
3750 |
Girl with the Golden Eyes |
Honoré de Balzac |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />Listeners who like to plunge straight into a story would do well to skip the lengthy preamble. Here, Balzac the virtuoso satirist depicts the levels of Parisian society as a version of the Inferno of Dante - but perhaps keeps the reader waiting too long for the first act of his operatic extravaganza.<BR /><BR />Our beautiful, androgynous hero, Henri de Marsay, is one of the bastard offspring of a depraved Regency milord and himself practises the cynical arts of the libertine. His quarry is the exotic Paquita Valdes, she of the golden eyes.<BR /><BR />But there is a mysterious third person in this liaison...<BR /><BR />The shocking truth of their interrelationships marks this out at once as one of those French novels that Lady Bracknell would instantly ban from the house. (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/girl-with-the-golden-eyes-the-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
br listeners like plunge straight story would well skip lengthy preamble here balzac virtuoso satirist depicts levels parisian society version inferno dante perhaps keeps reader waiting long first act operatic extravaganza br br our beautiful androgynous hero henri de marsay one bastard offspring depraved regency milord practises cynical arts libertine quarry exotic paquita valdes golden eyes br br but mysterious third person liaison br br the shocking truth interrelationships marks one french novels lady bracknell would instantly ban house summary martin geeson br br |
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3389 |
3803 |
Female Quixote Vol. 2 |
Charlotte Lennox |
Romance, Published before 1800 |
<p>Second Volume of the novel that formally inverts Don Quixote: as the don mistakes himself for the knightly hero of a Romance, so Arabella mistakes herself for the maiden love of a Romance. While the don thinks it his duty to praise the Platonically pure damsels he meets (such as the woman he loves), so Arabella believes it is in her power to kill with a look and it is the duty of her lovers to suffer ordeals on her behalf. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>This project was proof listened by Stav Nisser and Barry Eads.<br><br> |
English |
1752 |
https://librivox.org/the-female-quixote-volume-ii-by-charlotte-lennox/ |
p second volume novel formally inverts quixote mistakes knightly hero romance arabella mistakes maiden love romance thinks duty praise platonically pure damsels meets such woman loves arabella believes power kill look duty lovers suffer ordeals behalf summary wikipedia p this project proof listened stav nisser barry eads br br |
| 3359 |
3341 |
3751 |
Geschichte des Agathon, Teil 1 |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Verbesserte und erweiterte Ausgabe von 1794.<br/><br/>\n\nWieland war – neben Lessing, Lichtenberg und Kant – der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste Schriftsteller der Aufklärung im deutschen Sprachgebiet und der Älteste des klassischen Viergestirns von Weimar (Herder, Goethe, Schiller).<br/><br/>\n\nDie Geschichte des Agathon gilt als der erste große Bildungs- und Erziehungsroman in der deutschen Literatur und als Vorläufer des modernen psychologischen Romans. <br/><br/>\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-agathon-teil-1-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p verbesserte und erweiterte ausgabe von 1794 br br wieland war neben lessing lichtenberg und kant der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste schriftsteller der aufklärung im deutschen sprachgebiet und der älteste des klassischen viergestirns von weimar herder goethe schiller br br die geschichte des agathon gilt als der erste große bildungs und erziehungsroman der deutschen literatur und als vorläufer des modernen psychologischen romans br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3342 |
3753 |
Tales of a Wayside Inn |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry |
Mostly a collection of story-telling poems told by a group of friends in a tavern late one night. "Tales" includes the famous Paul Revere's ride, together with poems of many tales, countries and styles. (Summary by Peter Yearsley)</p>\n |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-a-wayside-inn-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
mostly collection story telling poems told group friends tavern late one night tales includes famous paul revere s ride together poems many tales countries styles summary peter yearsley p |
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3343 |
3754 |
Man Overboard |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Peculiar happenings aboard the schooner Helen B. Jackson when one night during a storm, the small crew found themselves diminished by one. Somebody had gone overboard, and it was surmised that it was one of the twin Benton brothers. But oddly enough, it seemed that the 'presence' of the missing twin continued to exist on board during the following weeks. For example, one extra set of silverware was found to be used after each meal, but nobody claimed to be using them. What then did happen that stormy night, and which brother, if indeed it was one of the brothers, was the man who went overboard? (Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/man-overboard-by-f-marion-crawford/ |
p peculiar happenings aboard schooner helen b jackson one night storm small crew found diminished one somebody gone overboard surmised one twin benton brothers oddly enough seemed presence missing twin continued exist board following weeks example one extra set silverware found used meal nobody claimed using them happen stormy night brother indeed one brothers man went overboard summary roger melin p |
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3344 |
3755 |
D-99 |
H. B. Fyfe |
Science Fiction |
<p>Five citizens of Terra were being held on other worlds -- and the ultra-secret Department 99 existed only to set them, and others like them, free. \n(Summary from text)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/d-99-by-h-b-fyfe/ |
p five citizens terra held worlds ultra secret department 99 existed set them others like them free summary text p |
| 3363 |
3345 |
3756 |
Geschichte des Agathon, Teil 2 |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Verbesserte und erweiterte Ausgabe von 1794.<br/><br/>\n\nWieland war – neben Lessing, Lichtenberg und Kant – der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste Schriftsteller der Aufklärung im deutschen Sprachgebiet und der Älteste des klassischen Viergestirns von Weimar (Herder, Goethe, Schiller).<br/><br/>\n\nDie Geschichte des Agathon gilt als der erste große Bildungs- und Erziehungsroman in der deutschen Literatur und als Vorläufer des modernen psychologischen Romans.<br/><br/>\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-agathon-teil-2-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p verbesserte und erweiterte ausgabe von 1794 br br wieland war neben lessing lichtenberg und kant der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste schriftsteller der aufklärung im deutschen sprachgebiet und der älteste des klassischen viergestirns von weimar herder goethe schiller br br die geschichte des agathon gilt als der erste große bildungs und erziehungsroman der deutschen literatur und als vorläufer des modernen psychologischen romans br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3346 |
3757 |
Soren Kierkegaard, Various Readings |
Various |
Religion, Modern |
<p>The writings listed here represent books about Soren Kierkegaard. A fragment of his work, On the Dedication to "That Single Individual", has made it to the public domain. Who was Soren Kierkegaard? He was a Danish philosopher and religious author; b. Copenhagen May 6, 1813; d. there Nov. 11, 1855. His father, Michael, a clothing merchant, once cursed God when he was young. This one incident caused him so much distress that it affected him with a deep melancholy, which he transferred to poor Soren. Michael was an evil man. He tricked Soren into thinking that the whole world existed in his own living room by taking him for imaginary walks about the neighborhood, or anywhere Soren wanted to go, as long as it existed in his imagination only. Later in life, when Soren was on his own, he rarely left Copenhagen, but he did walk about the streets and greet passersby, discussing events of the day. After 6 years of “splendid inactivity” he obtained his degree in Theology from the University of Copenhagen with the submission of his thesis paper in 1841, On the Concept of Irony with Continual Reference to Socrates. Just before graduation he fell in love with Regine Olsen and proposed that they marry. She accepted, but Soren was unable to live up to the requirements of marriage and broke off the engagement after a short period. He lived a life of despair afterward. His father, Regine, and Socrates were the major influences in his life. So say all the authors in the following readings, but I disagree.<br/><br/>\n\nSoren considered a variety of callings, he could be philosopher, a scientist, or a preacher, but he ultimately decided that Christianity was his interest. He wondered if J. P. Mynster, bishop of Zealand and head of the National Church of Denmark, was preaching true Christianity or not. He decided at this point that his “task is a Socratic task, to revise the conception of what it means to be a Christian”. He was interested only in the “How” of Christianity, not the “What” of Christianity. He became an author, an author who was always “in the process of becoming” what he would be. He became many authors, Victor Eremita, Johannes de Silentio, Johannes Climacus, Vigilius Haufniensis, Nicolaus Notabene, Hilarius Bookbinder, Frater Taciturnus, and Soren Kierkegaard. All of them wrote books between the years 1843 and 1855. He used his imagination to create each author as an existing individual Human being, one who exists, “between the esthetic and the ethical” where “the esthetic is existing; the ethicist is struggling against the religious”, as one “aware of the religious-and the leap” of faith, one “who ordinarily despairs of nothing, despairs of repetition”, one who has “used a love affair in relation to what it means to exist”, one who believed “that in relation to God we are always in the wrong,” one who cries to God “I cannot understand you, but I will love you” one who as "the ethicist, in despair, has chosen himself out of terror of having himself" and finally as one who said “that truth is objectively a paradox shows precisely that subjectivity is truth” so “Only truth that builds up is truth for you”.<br/><br/>\n\nThe authors are all in agreement that Soren's father, Regine, and Socrates were influential in his life. None of them were able to state that Jesus Christ had any influence upon him at all. Soren Kierkegaard said, "God is not like a king in a predicament, who says to the highly trusted Minister of the Interior, “You must do everything, you must create the atmosphere for our proposal and win public opinion to our side.” "But in relation to God, there are no secret instruction for a human being any more than there are any backstairs. Even the most eminent genius who comes to give a report had best come in fear and trembling, for God is not hard pressed for geniuses. He can create a few legion of them if needed." God wants each individual to examine to judge and to decide. http://www.archive.org/details/forselfexaminati011847mbp <br/><br/>\n\nHere is a link to to some of his works http://www.religion-online.org/listbycategory.asp?Cat=110 one to a biography http://www.stolaf.edu/collections/kierkegaard/aboutkierk.html - and a link to Kierkegaard reorganized (systemetized?) - http://www.plough.com/ebooks/Provocations.html - (Summary by Soupy)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/soren-kierkegaard-various-readings-by-various/ |
p the writings listed represent books soren kierkegaard fragment work dedication that single individual made public domain soren kierkegaard danish philosopher religious author b copenhagen may 6 1813 d nov 11 1855 father michael clothing merchant cursed god young one incident caused much distress affected deep melancholy transferred poor soren michael evil man tricked soren thinking whole world existed living room taking imaginary walks neighborhood anywhere soren wanted go long existed imagination only later life soren own rarely left copenhagen walk streets greet passersby discussing events day 6 years splendid inactivity obtained degree theology university copenhagen submission thesis paper 1841 concept irony continual reference socrates graduation fell love regine olsen proposed marry accepted soren unable live requirements marriage broke engagement short period lived life despair afterward father regine socrates major influences life say authors following readings disagree br br soren considered variety callings could philosopher scientist preacher ultimately decided christianity interest wondered j p mynster bishop zealand head national church denmark preaching true christianity not decided point task socratic task revise conception means christian interested how christianity what christianity became author author always in process becoming would be became many authors victor eremita johannes de silentio johannes climacus vigilius haufniensis nicolaus notabene hilarius bookbinder frater taciturnus soren kierkegaard wrote books years 1843 1855 used imagination create author existing individual human being one exists between esthetic ethical the esthetic existing ethicist struggling religious one aware religious and leap faith one who ordinarily despairs nothing despairs repetition one used love affair relation means exist one believed that relation god always wrong one cries god i cannot understand you love you one the ethicist despair chosen terror himself finally one said that truth objectively paradox shows precisely subjectivity truth only truth builds truth you br br authors agreement soren s father regine socrates influential life none able state jesus christ influence upon all soren kierkegaard said god like king predicament says highly trusted minister interior you must everything must create atmosphere proposal win public opinion side but relation god secret instruction human backstairs even eminent genius comes give report best come fear trembling god hard pressed geniuses create legion needed god wants individual examine judge decide http www archive org details forselfexaminati011847mbp br br link works http www religion online org listbycategory asp cat 110 one biography http www stolaf edu collections kierkegaard aboutkierk html link kierkegaard reorganized systemetized http www plough com ebooks provocations html summary soupy p |
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3758 |
Desencantos |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Plays |
<p>Desencantos é uma curta peça em dois atos, obra da juventude de Machado de Assis, publicada muito antes do seu livro de poemas, "Crisálidas" e de seus muito famosos romances. (Sumário escrito por Leni)</p>\n<p><strong>Cast:</strong><br>\nNarrador – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3058/">Matt</a><br>\nClara de Souza – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni</a><br>\nLuís de Melo – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4405">Pontedura</a><br>\nPedro Alves – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367"> Vicente Costa Filho</a><br>\nUm criado – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367"> Vicente Costa Filho</a></p> |
Portuguese |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/desencantos-by-machado-de-assis/ |
p desencantos é uma curta peça em dois atos obra da juventude de machado de assis publicada muito antes seu livro de poemas crisálidas e de seus muito famosos romances sumário escrito por leni p p strong cast strong br narrador a href http librivox org reader 3058 matt a br clara de souza a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni a br luís de melo a href http librivox org reader 4405 pontedura a br pedro alves a href http librivox org reader 4367 vicente costa filho a br um criado a href http librivox org reader 4367 vicente costa filho a p |
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3348 |
3759 |
Arizona Sketches |
Joseph Munk |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>An introduction to Arizona from approximately a century ago. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/arizona-sketches-by-joseph-munk/ |
p an introduction arizona approximately century ago summary bellonatimes p |
| 3367 |
3349 |
3760 |
Moneychangers |
Upton Sinclair |
General Fiction |
A story of white collar crime and intrigue told from the point of view of Montague, a member of the privileged class of New York. Montague witnesses the manipulation and upset of the stock market by high financier Dan Waterman who is motivated by revenge. Waterman's character is loosely based on J.P. Morgan. (Summary by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-moneychangers-by-upton-sinclair/ |
story white collar crime intrigue told point view montague member privileged class new york montague witnesses manipulation upset stock market high financier dan waterman motivated revenge waterman s character loosely based j p morgan summary margaret p |
| 3368 |
3350 |
3761 |
Winter (Stevenson) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), Nature |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of <em>Winter</em> by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 22nd, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/winter-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings em winter em robert louis stevenson weekly poetry project november 22nd 2009 br br |
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3352 |
3763 |
Pupil |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>Pemberton, a young American with an Oxford education and out of money, takes a job tutoring Morgan Moreen, the 12-year old son of an American couple living in Europe in a style not quite matched by their income. Mr. and Mrs. Moreen's main purpose in life, it appears, is to win acceptance in the higher circles of French and Italian society, partly in the hope that Morgan's two elder sisters will be taken off their hands. Morgan, who is highly intelligent, is also precocious and perceptive enough to come to understand his parents' ambitious aimlessness. Something of a crisis develops when the Moreens fail to make good on the salary they've promised Pemberton, and he leaves, needing a steady income. By then, however, the tutor has become sufficiently interested in and attached to his charge to be unwilling to leave Morgan for long, and comes back to join the family when when Morgan's mother tells him the boy has fallen ill. There, however, he finds the family shipwreck that he has feared is now taking place, and he is in time to witness it.(Summary by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/pupil-the-by-henry-james/ |
p pemberton young american oxford education money takes job tutoring morgan moreen 12 year old son american couple living europe style quite matched income mr mrs moreen s main purpose life appears win acceptance higher circles french italian society partly hope morgan s two elder sisters taken hands morgan highly intelligent also precocious perceptive enough come understand parents ambitious aimlessness something crisis develops moreens fail make good salary they ve promised pemberton leaves needing steady income then however tutor become sufficiently interested attached charge unwilling leave morgan long comes back join family morgan s mother tells boy fallen ill there however finds family shipwreck feared taking place time witness it summary nicholas clifford p |
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3353 |
3764 |
Better Angel |
Richard Meeker |
General Fiction |
<p>In 1933, Forman Brown wrote, under the pseudonym Richard Meeker, a controversial novel called Better Angel, about a young man coming to terms with his homosexuality. This novel is regarded as "the first American novel to present the 'gay' experience in a healthy light." (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/better-angel-by-richard-meeker/ |
p in 1933 forman brown wrote pseudonym richard meeker controversial novel called better angel young man coming terms homosexuality novel regarded the first american novel present gay experience healthy light summary wikipedia p |
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3354 |
3765 |
Escravos |
Antônio Frederico de Castro Alves |
Poetry |
Os Escravos é uma coleção de poemas do escritor brasileiro Castro Alves com temática centrada no drama da exploração dos escravos. Em função de sua renhida luta contra pelo fim da escravidão no Brasil, este poeta ficou conhecido como "Poeta dos Escravos". Este volume, publicado postumamente em 1883, recolhe muitos dos poemas que tornaram Castro Alves um símbolo da luta dos que não tem voz, como lembra Pablo Neruda em poema dedicado a Alves: "em portas até então fechadas para que, combatendo, a liberdade entrasse". (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/os-escravos-by-antonio-frederico-de-castro-alves/ |
os escravos é uma coleção de poemas escritor brasileiro castro alves com temática centrada drama da exploração dos escravos em função de sua renhida luta contra pelo fim da escravidão brasil este poeta ficou conhecido como poeta dos escravos este volume publicado postumamente em 1883 recolhe muitos dos poemas que tornaram castro alves um símbolo da luta dos que não tem voz como lembra pablo neruda em poema dedicado alves em portas até então fechadas para que combatendo liberdade entrasse sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
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3355 |
3766 |
Pioneers of Science |
Oliver Lodge |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
This book takes its origin in a course of lectures on the history and progress of Astronomy arranged for Sir Oliver Lodge in the year 1887. The first part of this book is devoted to the biographies and discoveries of well known astronomers like Copernicus, Brahe, Kepler, Galileo and Newton. In the second part, the biographies take a back seat, while scientific discoveries are discussed more extensively, like the discovery of Asteroids and Neptune, a treatise on the tides and others. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-science-by-oliver-lodge/ |
book takes origin course lectures history progress astronomy arranged sir oliver lodge year 1887 first part book devoted biographies discoveries well known astronomers like copernicus brahe kepler galileo newton second part biographies take back seat scientific discoveries discussed extensively like discovery asteroids neptune treatise tides others summary availle p |
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3356 |
3767 |
Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Vol. 4 |
Laurence Sterne |
General Fiction |
<p>This is volume 4 of 4. </p> <p><i>The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman</i> (or, more briefly, <i>Tristram Shandy</i>) is a novel by Laurence Sterne. It was published in nine volumes, the first two appearing in 1759, and seven others following over the next 10 years. It was not always held in high esteem by other writers (Samuel Johnson responded that, "Nothing odd can last"), but its bawdy humour was popular with London society, and it has come to be seen as one of the greatest comic novels in English, as well as a forerunner for many modern narrative devices. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1759 |
https://librivox.org/tristram-shandy-vol-4-by-laurence-sterne/ |
p this volume 4 4 p p i the life opinions tristram shandy gentleman i or briefly i tristram shandy i novel laurence sterne published nine volumes first two appearing 1759 seven others following next 10 years always held high esteem writers samuel johnson responded that nothing odd last bawdy humour popular london society come seen one greatest comic novels english well forerunner many modern narrative devices summary wikipedia p |
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3357 |
3768 |
Samson Agonistes |
John Milton |
General Fiction, Plays, Poetry |
<p>“The Sun to me is dark<br />And silent as the Moon,<br />When she deserts the night<br />Hid in her vacant interlunar cave.”<br /><br />Milton composes his last extended work as a tragedy according to the classical Unities of Time, Place and Action. Nevertheless it “never was intended for the stage” and is here declaimed by a single reader.<br /><br />Samson the blinded captive, in company with the Chorus of friends and countrymen, receives his visitors on their varying missions and through them his violent story is vividly recalled. Then he is summoned to give a final demonstration of God-given strength to entertain the Philistines, his captors. Famously – and of course, offstage – his performance brings the house down. (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1671 |
https://librivox.org/samson-agonistes-by-john-milton/ |
p the sun dark br and silent moon br when deserts night br hid vacant interlunar cave br br milton composes last extended work tragedy according classical unities time place action nevertheless never intended stage declaimed single reader br br samson blinded captive company chorus friends countrymen receives visitors varying missions violent story vividly recalled summoned give final demonstration god given strength entertain philistines captors famously course offstage performance brings house down summary martin geeson p |
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3390 |
3804 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 009 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-009-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 3376 |
3358 |
3770 |
Great Stone Face and Other Tales of the White Mountains |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Short Stories |
<p>A collection of four short stories by Nathaniel Hawthorne, the common theme of which is New Hampshire's White Mountains. Consists of: <i>The Great Stone Face</i>, written in 1850 and revolves around the 'Old Man of the Mountain (Cannon Mtn.) in New Hampshire which sadly collapsed on May 3, 2003; <i>The Ambitious Guest</i>, written in 1835; <i>The Great Carbuncle</i>, written in 1837; and <i>Sketches From Memory</i>, written sometime prior to <i>The Great Carbuncle</i> as will become obvious. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/great-stone-face-and-other-tales-of-the-white-mountains-the-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
p a collection four short stories nathaniel hawthorne common theme new hampshire s white mountains consists of i the great stone face i written 1850 revolves around old man mountain cannon mtn new hampshire sadly collapsed may 3 2003 i the ambitious guest i written 1835 i the great carbuncle i written 1837 i sketches memory i written sometime prior i the great carbuncle i become obvious summary roger melin p |
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3359 |
3771 |
Grüne Heinrich (zweite Fassung) |
Gottfried Keller |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Der grüne Heinrich von Gottfried Keller ist ein teilweise autobiographischer Roman, der neben Goethes Wilhelm Meister und Stifters Nachsommer als einer der bedeutendsten Bildungsromane der deutschen Literatur des 19. Jahrhunderts gilt. Dies ist die "zweite Fassung" des Romans, eine Überarbeitung Kellers aus dem Jahre 1870. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/der-gruene-heinrich-zweite-fassung/ |
der grüne heinrich von gottfried keller ist ein teilweise autobiographischer roman der neben goethes wilhelm meister und stifters nachsommer als einer der bedeutendsten bildungsromane der deutschen literatur des 19 jahrhunderts gilt dies ist die zweite fassung des romans eine überarbeitung kellers aus dem jahre 1870 zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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3360 |
3772 |
Caleb Williams or Things As They Are |
William Godwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The novel describes the downfall of Ferdinando Falkland, a British squire, and his attempts to ruin and destroy the life of Caleb Williams, a poor but ambitious young man that Falkland hires as his personal secretary. Caleb accidentally discovers a terrible secret in his master's past. Though Caleb promises to be bound to silence, Falkland, irrationally attached (in Godwin's view) to ideas of social status and inborn virtue, cannot bear that his servant should possibly have power over him, and sets out to use various means--unfair trials, imprisonment, pursuit, to make sure that the information of which Caleb is the bearer will never be revealed.<br>Godwin described the book as "a series of adventures of flight and pursuit; the fugitive in perpetual apprehension of being overwhelmed with the worst calamities", so that Caleb Williams can be classified as an early thriller or mystery novel. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/caleb-williams-by-william-godwin/ |
novel describes downfall ferdinando falkland british squire attempts ruin destroy life caleb williams poor ambitious young man falkland hires personal secretary caleb accidentally discovers terrible secret master s past though caleb promises bound silence falkland irrationally attached in godwin s view ideas social status inborn virtue cannot bear servant possibly power him sets use various means unfair trials imprisonment pursuit make sure information caleb bearer never revealed br godwin described book a series adventures flight pursuit fugitive perpetual apprehension overwhelmed worst calamities caleb williams classified early thriller mystery novel summary wikipedia p |
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3361 |
3773 |
Deerbrook |
Harriet Martineau |
General Fiction |
A three volume novel, Deerbrook (1839) is a story of middle class country life with a surgeon hero.\n\nLike the later and more famous novel Middlemarch, Deerbrook describes the life of country people in a fictional English town. The Grey family live in one of the loveliest houses in Deerbrook, but a change in their lives is going to take place... The Ibbotson sisters, Hester and Margaret, orphaned distant cousins of Mr. Grey. Like in Jane Austen's novels, we see how the sisters are trying to advance themselves. In Victorian England, the chief way for women to "advance themselves" is to marry well. But will they succeed? And if they succeed, will they be happy?(Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/deerbrook-by-harriet-martineau/ |
three volume novel deerbrook 1839 story middle class country life surgeon hero like later famous novel middlemarch deerbrook describes life country people fictional english town grey family live one loveliest houses deerbrook change lives going take place ibbotson sisters hester margaret orphaned distant cousins mr grey like jane austen s novels see sisters trying advance themselves victorian england chief way women advance themselves marry well succeed succeed happy summary stav nisser wikipedia p |
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3362 |
3775 |
Fisherman and his Soul |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>”The Fisherman and his Soul” is a fairy tale first published in November of 1891 in Wilde’s “A House of Pomegranates”. It tells of a fisherman who nets and falls in love with a mermaid. But to be with her he must shed his soul, which goes off to have adventures of its own. Will forbidden love endure? -- This reader has also recorded the three other tales in “A House of Pomegranates” which can be found in the LibriVox Short Story Collections, volumes 37, 38, and 39. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-fisherman-and-his-soul-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p the fisherman soul fairy tale first published november 1891 wilde s a house pomegranates tells fisherman nets falls love mermaid must shed soul goes adventures own forbidden love endure reader also recorded three tales a house pomegranates found librivox short story collections volumes 37 38 39 summary gregg margarite p |
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3363 |
3776 |
In the Rain |
William Wetmore Story |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of In the Rain by William Wetmore Story. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 29th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-rain-by-william-wetmore-story/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings rain william wetmore story fortnightly poetry project november 29th 2009 p |
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3364 |
3777 |
Music On Christmas Morning |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Music On Christmas Morning by Anne Bronte.\nPublished in the 1846 collection Poems By Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell under Anne's nom de plume 'Acton Bell'. \nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 29th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/music-on-christmas-morning-by-anne-bronte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings music christmas morning anne bronte published 1846 collection poems currer ellis acton bell anne s nom de plume acton bell fortnightly poetry project november 29th 2009 p |
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3391 |
3805 |
Velvet Shoes |
Elinor Wylie |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 recordings of <em>Velvet Shoes</em> by Elinor Wylie. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 6th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/velvet-shoes-by-elinor-wylie/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 24 recordings em velvet shoes em elinor wylie weekly poetry project december 6th 2009 br br |
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3365 |
3778 |
Metamorphoses |
Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>The Metamorphoses of Ovid is probably one of the best known, certainly one of the most influential works of the Ancient world. It consists of a narrative poem in fifteen books that describes the creation and history of the world through mythological tales, starting with a cosmogony and finishing with the deification of Julius Caesar. Published around 8 AD, the Metamorphoses are a source, sometimes the only source, for many of the most famous ancient myths, such as the stories of Daedalus and Icarus, Arachne or Narcisus. <br><br> Ovid works his way through his subject matter often in an apparently arbitrary fashion; however, the connection between all the seemingly unconnected stories is that all of them talk about transformation. Change as the only permanent aspect of nature is the certainty that underlies the work of Ovid, who jumps from one transformation tale to another, sometimes retelling what had come to be seen as central events in the world of Greek myths and sometimes straying in odd directions. The poem is often called a mock-epic. It is written in dactylic hexameter, the form of the great heroic and nationalistic epic poems, both those of the ancient tradition (the Iliad and Odyssey) and of Ovid's own day (the Aeneid). It begins with the ritual "invocation of the muse," and makes use of traditional epithets and circumlocutions. But instead of following and extolling the deeds of a human hero, it leaps from story to story sometimes in very cunning ways, and, because of the clever ways in which it connects the stories, the Metamorphoses were once called the "Thousand and One Nights of the Ancient World". (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/metamorphoses-by-publius-ovidius-naso-ovid/ |
p the metamorphoses ovid probably one best known certainly one influential works ancient world consists narrative poem fifteen books describes creation history world mythological tales starting cosmogony finishing deification julius caesar published around 8 ad metamorphoses source sometimes source many famous ancient myths stories daedalus icarus arachne narcisus br br ovid works way subject matter often apparently arbitrary fashion however connection seemingly unconnected stories talk transformation change permanent aspect nature certainty underlies work ovid jumps one transformation tale another sometimes retelling come seen central events world greek myths sometimes straying odd directions poem often called mock epic written dactylic hexameter form great heroic nationalistic epic poems ancient tradition the iliad odyssey ovid s day the aeneid begins ritual invocation muse makes use traditional epithets circumlocutions instead following extolling deeds human hero leaps story story sometimes cunning ways and clever ways connects stories metamorphoses called thousand one nights ancient world summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
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3366 |
3779 |
Night Horseman |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
<p>A man, a dog, and a horse. The call of the wild geese. A very smart doctor from the east who finds there is a lot to learn from these desert people. A woman loved by three men. A gunslinger who has a debt to settle. Max Brand brings them all together in another one of his over three hundred exciting western tales. Brand is not your typical western writer.(Summary by rkilmer)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-horseman-by-max-brand/ |
p a man dog horse call wild geese smart doctor east finds lot learn desert people woman loved three men gunslinger debt settle max brand brings together another one three hundred exciting western tales brand typical western writer summary rkilmer p |
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3367 |
3780 |
Sky Is Falling |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
After dying in a terrible accident at a building site, Dave Hanson finds himself being brought back to life in a world where magic is real, and where the sky is breaking apart and falling. And he is expected to put it back together again. Will he be able to save this strange world, and his own new life? (Summary by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1973 |
https://librivox.org/the-sky-is-falling-by-lester-del-rey/ |
dying terrible accident building site dave hanson finds brought back life world magic real sky breaking apart falling expected put back together again able save strange world new life summary karen savage p |
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3368 |
3781 |
Ingoldsby Legends, 1st Series |
Richard Harris Barham |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The Ingoldsby Legends are a collection of myths, legends, ghost stories and poetry supposedly written by Thomas Ingoldsby of Tappington Manor, actually a pen-name of Richard Harris Barham.\n<br/><br/>\nThe legends were first printed in 1837 as a regular series in Bentley's Miscellany and later in New Monthly Magazine. The legends were illustrated by John Leech and George Cruikshank. They proved immensely popular and were compiled into books published in 1840, 1842 and 1847 by Richard Bentley. They remained popular through the Victorian era but have since fallen out of fame. An omnibus edition appeared in 1879: The Ingoldsby Legends; or Mirth and marvels. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-ingoldsby-legends-1st-series-by-richard-harris-barham/ |
p the ingoldsby legends collection myths legends ghost stories poetry supposedly written thomas ingoldsby tappington manor actually pen name richard harris barham br br legends first printed 1837 regular series bentley s miscellany later new monthly magazine legends illustrated john leech george cruikshank proved immensely popular compiled books published 1840 1842 1847 richard bentley remained popular victorian era since fallen fame omnibus edition appeared 1879 ingoldsby legends mirth marvels summary wikipedia p |
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3369 |
3782 |
Princess Passes |
Charles Norris Williamson |
Romance |
An American heiress nicknamed the Manitou Princess (after her daddy's richest silver mine) is devastated to find that her fiancé only loves her money, so she does what anyone might do: she bolts for Europe, dons male attire and sets out on a walking tour of the Alps. Though professing hatred of all men, she soon falls in with a just-jilted English lord, aptly named Monty Lane, who is attempting to walk off a broken heart of his own. The Princess Passes presents the ups and downs of their alpine relationship through the unpenetrating eyes of Lord Lane.\n\nCo-author Alice Livingston, of Poughkeepsie, New York, mentions in her memoirs that she sailed for Europe after a boyfriend tried to shoot her. In London she met literary editor Charles Williamson and began writing for the story magazines of media mogul Lord Northcliffe. At one point she found herself scribbling six serials simultaneously, on the income from which she and Williamson married. She later spun some of her husband's detailed descriptive notes made during their motor-trips abroad into a string of bestselling novels involving automobiling, then a novelty.\n\nThe central romantic action of The Princess Passes recalls comic situations of Shakespeare's cross-dressing heroines and is bookended by automobile-themed sequences as the narrator and friends (hero & heroine of the Williamsons' first novel, The Lightning Conductor) motor south through the magnificent, peaceful mountain passes of pre-World War I Europe. (Summary by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-passes-by-c-n-a-m-williamson/ |
american heiress nicknamed manitou princess after daddy s richest silver mine devastated find fiancé loves money anyone might do bolts europe dons male attire sets walking tour alps though professing hatred men soon falls just jilted english lord aptly named monty lane attempting walk broken heart own princess passes presents ups downs alpine relationship unpenetrating eyes lord lane co author alice livingston poughkeepsie new york mentions memoirs sailed europe boyfriend tried shoot her london met literary editor charles williamson began writing story magazines media mogul lord northcliffe one point found scribbling six serials simultaneously income williamson married later spun husband s detailed descriptive notes made motor trips abroad string bestselling novels involving automobiling novelty central romantic action princess passes recalls comic situations shakespeare s cross dressing heroines bookended automobile themed sequences narrator friends hero heroine williamsons first novel lightning conductor motor south magnificent peaceful mountain passes pre world war europe summary grant hurlock p |
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3783 |
Blockade Runners |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Writing at the end of the American Civil War, Verne weaves this story of a Scottish merchant who, in desperation at the interruption of the flow of Southern cotton due to the Union blockade, determines to build his own fast ship and run guns to the Confederates in exchange for the cotton piling up unsold on their wharves. His simple plan becomes complicated by two passengers who board his new ship under false pretenses in order to carry out a rescue mission, one which Capt. Playfair adopts as his own cause. This is going make the Rebels in Charleston rather unhappy with him.</p><p>Sure, his new ship is fast - but can it escape the cannonballs of both North and South? (Summary by Mark Smith)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-blockade-runners-by-jules-verne/ |
p writing end american civil war verne weaves story scottish merchant who desperation interruption flow southern cotton due union blockade determines build fast ship run guns confederates exchange cotton piling unsold wharves simple plan becomes complicated two passengers board new ship false pretenses order carry rescue mission one capt playfair adopts cause going make rebels charleston rather unhappy him p p sure new ship fast escape cannonballs north south summary mark smith p |
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3409 |
3824 |
Bible (YLT) 05: Deuteronomy |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>Young’s Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young’s Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a “Revised Edition” of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/deuteronomy-ylt-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition summary wikipedia p |
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3371 |
3784 |
Don Quichot van La Mancha |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p>Door het lezen van te veel ridderromans is Don Quichot zijn verstand kwijtgeraakt. Denkend dat hij zelf een dolende ridder is, verlaat hij zijn huis en begint een dwaaltocht over de wegen en het platteland van Spanje, op zoek naar avonturen. Als doel heeft hij voor ogen het rechtzetten van alle soorten onrecht, om door deze goede daden beroemd te worden. Op zijn trektocht wordt Don Quichot vergezeld door zijn buurman en dienaar Sancho Panza. (naar Wikipedia)<br><br>\nThis is a Dutch translation and adaptation of the book: Don Quijote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra.</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/don-quichot-van-la-mancha-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
p door het lezen van te veel ridderromans quichot zijn verstand kwijtgeraakt denkend dat hij zelf een dolende ridder is verlaat hij zijn huis en begint een dwaaltocht de wegen en het platteland van spanje op zoek naar avonturen als doel heeft hij voor ogen het rechtzetten van alle soorten onrecht om door deze goede daden beroemd te worden op zijn trektocht wordt quichot vergezeld door zijn buurman en dienaar sancho panza naar wikipedia br br dutch translation adaptation book quijote miguel de cervantes saavedra p |
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3372 |
3785 |
Christmas Holidays at Merryvale |
Alice Hale Burnett |
General |
“Toad” Brown, his brother, and their friends have a jolly time at the Christmas holidays. They daydream at a toyshop window, chop down a Christmas tree, have a grand snowball fight, and plan a surprise for a friend in this charming tale of early 20th century small-town life. This short book is perfect for younger readers and listeners. Read along and see the charming illustrations at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/23569">Project Gutenberg</a>. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-holidays-at-merryvale-by-alice-hale-burnett/ |
toad brown brother friends jolly time christmas holidays daydream toyshop window chop christmas tree grand snowball fight plan surprise friend charming tale early 20th century small town life short book perfect younger readers listeners read along see charming illustrations a href http www gutenberg org etext 23569 project gutenberg a summary kara p |
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3373 |
3787 |
Uncle Vanya |
Anton Chekhov |
Comedy, Tragedy |
<p>Uncle Vanya (subtitled “Scenes From Country Life”) is a tragicomedy by Anton Chekhov. It is set on the failing country estate of a retired professor, Serebrakoff, who returns after a long absence with his beautiful young wife, and throws the household into confusion. Rivalry, unrequited love, illicit romance, and attempted suicide are the result, punctuated throughout by Chekhov’s sad, wistful humor. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Alexander Serebrakoff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Helena: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>Sonia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mme. Voitskaya: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Ivan (Vanya) Voitski: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Michael Astroff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Ilia (Waffles) Telegin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">BellonaTimes</a><br>Marina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Workman/Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4139">Miles Espaillat</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> mb</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-vanya-by-anton-chekhov/ |
p uncle vanya subtitled scenes country life tragicomedy anton chekhov set failing country estate retired professor serebrakoff returns long absence beautiful young wife throws household confusion rivalry unrequited love illicit romance attempted suicide result punctuated throughout chekhov s sad wistful humor summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p alexander serebrakoff a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br helena a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br sonia a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mme voitskaya a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br ivan vanya voitski a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br michael astroff a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br ilia waffles telegin a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellonatimes a br marina a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br workman watchman a href http librivox org reader 4139 miles espaillat a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong mb p |
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3374 |
3788 |
Autumn Leaves, Original Pieces in Prose and Verse |
Anne Wales Abbot |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>The pieces gathered into this volume were, with two exceptions, written for the entertainment of a private circle, without any view to publication. The editor would express her thanks to the writers, who, at her solicitation, have allowed them to be printed. They are published with the hope of aiding a work of charity,—the establishment of an Agency for the benefit of the poor in Cambridge,—to which the proceeds of the sale will be devoted. (Summary by Anne W. Abbot, ed)<p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/autumn-leaves-original-pieces-in-prose-and-verse-by-various/ |
p the pieces gathered volume were two exceptions written entertainment private circle without view publication editor would express thanks writers who solicitation allowed printed published hope aiding work charity the establishment agency benefit poor cambridge to proceeds sale devoted summary anne w abbot ed p |
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3375 |
3789 |
All the Brothers Were Valiant |
Ben Ames Williams |
Published 1900 onward |
Joel Shore, newly appointed captain of the whaling ship Nathan Ross following his brother's apparent demise as captain of the same ship, elects to make his first cruise as captain to the very location where his brother had last been seen - the Gilbert Islands, in order to try to learn more about what happened to his brother. The focus of this tale is of that voyage halfway around the globe and the adventures which he and his crew encounter. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/all-the-brothers-were-valiant-by-ben-ames-williams/ |
joel shore newly appointed captain whaling ship nathan ross following brother s apparent demise captain ship elects make first cruise captain location brother last seen gilbert islands order try learn happened brother focus tale voyage halfway around globe adventures crew encounter summary roger melin p |
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3376 |
3790 |
Tristram and Iseult & Sohrab and Rustum |
Matthew Arnold |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
<p>Tristam & Iseult is a narrative poem containing strong romantic and tragic themes: and was first published in 1852 by Matthew Arnold. This poem draws upon the Tristam and Iseult legends: which were popular with contemporary readers.<br /><br />The poem opens with Tristam upon his deathbed. The monologue of the dying man is shot through with sharp pangs of regret: centering upon his induced passion for Iseult of Ireland - inflamed by his unwittingly imbibing an irresistible love-potion.<br /><br />Before his decease, Tristram's lawful wife - Iseult of Ireland - arrives in time to share his deathbed. Iseult of Brittany graciously accedes to their request to be buried near each other - in a splendidly-constructed mausoleum back in King Mark's Tyntagel (sic.) in Cornwall.<br /><br />Iseult of Brittany survives to raise Tristram's children in isolation. She forgives Tristam his adultery, and with delightful pathos is thankful for the short years of happiness that she spent espoused to one of King Arthur's most renowned knights. (Summary by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/tristram-and-iseult-sohrab-and-rustum-by-matthew-arnold/ |
p tristam iseult narrative poem containing strong romantic tragic themes first published 1852 matthew arnold poem draws upon tristam iseult legends popular contemporary readers br br the poem opens tristam upon deathbed monologue dying man shot sharp pangs regret centering upon induced passion iseult ireland inflamed unwittingly imbibing irresistible love potion br br before decease tristram s lawful wife iseult ireland arrives time share deathbed iseult brittany graciously accedes request buried near splendidly constructed mausoleum back king mark s tyntagel sic cornwall br br iseult brittany survives raise tristram s children isolation forgives tristam adultery delightful pathos thankful short years happiness spent espoused one king arthur s renowned knights summary godsend p |
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3410 |
3825 |
House of Arden |
E. Nesbit |
General Fiction |
This novel describes how Edred and Elfrida Arden and their Aunt Edith embark on a treasure hunt through time - for the famous Arden family treasure. With help from the magical creature Mouldiwarp, they find a whole lot of excitement and adventure. They need to discover the missing fortune before Edred's tenth birthday - or it will never be theirs. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-arden-by-edith-nesbit/ |
novel describes edred elfrida arden aunt edith embark treasure hunt time famous arden family treasure help magical creature mouldiwarp find whole lot excitement adventure need discover missing fortune edred s tenth birthday never theirs summary neeru iyer p |
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3377 |
3791 |
This Country of Ours, Part 5 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Early Modern |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall's book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p><p>This is Part 5: Stories of the French in America, from chapter 45 (How the Mississippi was Discovered) to chapter 50 (The Rebellion of Pontiac). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">http://mainlesson.com/</a> .</p><p>Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 5 stories french america chapter 45 how mississippi discovered chapter 50 the rebellion pontiac read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents http mainlesson com a p p part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a p p part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a p p part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a p p part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a p p part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a p p part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
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3792 |
Leute auf Hemsö |
August Strindberg |
General Fiction |
<p>Erstes Kapitel: Carlsson tritt seinen Dienst an und wird als Gauner charakterisiert.<br>\nZweites Kapitel: Sonntagsruhe und Sonntagsarbeit; der gute Hirte und die verlorenen Schafe; die Waldschnepfen, die erhielten, was ihnen zukam, und der Knecht, der die Kammer bekam.<br>\nDrittes Kapitel: Der Knecht spielt seinen Trumpf aus, wird Herr im Hause und lehrt die jungen Hähne sich beugen.<br>\nViertes Kapitel: Hochzeit in Aussicht. Die Alte wird des Geldes wegen genommen.<br>\nFünftes Kapitel: Man prügelt sich am Tage des dritten Aufgebots, geht zum Abendmahl und feiert die Hochzeit.<br>\nSechstes Kapitel: Veränderte Verhältnisse und veränderte Aussichten. Es geht mit der Landwirtschaft zurück, aber der Grubenbetrieb blüht.<br>\nSiebentes Kapitel: Traum und Wirklichkeit; das Pult wird bewacht, aber der Sensenmann kommt und macht einen Strich durch das Ganze.(Kapitelliste aus dem Buch)</p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/die-leute-auf-hemso-by-august-strindberg/ |
p erstes kapitel carlsson tritt seinen dienst und wird als gauner charakterisiert br zweites kapitel sonntagsruhe und sonntagsarbeit der gute hirte und die verlorenen schafe die waldschnepfen die erhielten ihnen zukam und der knecht der die kammer bekam br drittes kapitel der knecht spielt seinen trumpf aus wird herr im hause und lehrt die jungen hähne sich beugen br viertes kapitel hochzeit aussicht die alte wird des geldes wegen genommen br fünftes kapitel man prügelt sich tage des dritten aufgebots geht zum abendmahl und feiert die hochzeit br sechstes kapitel veränderte verhältnisse und veränderte aussichten es geht mit der landwirtschaft zurück aber der grubenbetrieb blüht br siebentes kapitel traum und wirklichkeit das pult wird bewacht aber der sensenmann kommt und macht einen strich durch das ganze kapitelliste aus dem buch p |
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3379 |
3793 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2009 |
Various |
Music |
<p>The LibriVox community wants to bring you a special treat for the 2009 Holiday Season. Here is a collection of 30 traditional Christmas carols performed in a variety of styles by our wonderful volunteers. Enjoy! </p>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2009/ |
p the librivox community wants bring special treat 2009 holiday season collection 30 traditional christmas carols performed variety styles wonderful volunteers enjoy p |
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3380 |
3794 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 041 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 041: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-041-by-various/ |
p librivox s short story collection 041 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 3402 |
3381 |
3795 |
Bible (ASV) 13: 1 Chronicles |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Books of Chronicles (Hebrew Divrei Hayyamim, דברי הימים, Greek Paralipomenon, Παραλειπομένων) are part of the Hebrew Bible (Jewish Tanakh and Christian Old Testament). In the Masoretic Text, it appears as the first or last book of the Ketuvim (the latter arrangement also making it the final book of the Jewish bible). Chronicles largely parallels the Davidic narratives in the Books of Samuel and the Books of Kings. It appears in two parts (I & II Chronicles), immediately following 1 & 2 Samuel and 1 & 2 Kings as a summary of them with minor details sometimes added. The division of Chronicles and its place in the Christian canon of the Old Testament are based upon the Septuagint. The author of Chronicles, termed "the Chronicler," may also have written Ezra and Nehemiah. His work is an important source of information about Israel after the Babylonian exile. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/1-chronicles-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the books chronicles hebrew divrei hayyamim דברי הימים greek paralipomenon παραλειπομένων part hebrew bible jewish tanakh christian old testament masoretic text appears first last book ketuvim the latter arrangement also making final book jewish bible chronicles largely parallels davidic narratives books samuel books kings appears two parts i ii chronicles immediately following 1 2 samuel 1 2 kings summary minor details sometimes added division chronicles place christian canon old testament based upon septuagint author chronicles termed the chronicler may also written ezra nehemiah work important source information israel babylonian exile summary wikipedia p |
| 3403 |
3382 |
3796 |
Eros and Psyche |
Robert Bridges |
Lyric |
Bridges' Eros and Psyche retells the Eros (= Cupid) and Psyche myth first recorded by Lucius Apuleius in his book The Golden Ass.\n\nThe poem is divided into twelve cantos - one for each of the twelve months of the year - which gives the poem a certain, almost "pastoral" feel. The number of stanzas in each canto equals the number of days in that month: so the first canto March has 31 stanzas, the second canto April has 30 stanzas, and so on. Each stanza is a septet (ie comprises exactly seven lines) which follow the same end-rhyming schema of a-b-a-b-c-c-b.(Summary by Godsend) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/eros-and-psyche-by-robert-bridges/ |
bridges eros psyche retells eros cupid psyche myth first recorded lucius apuleius book golden ass poem divided twelve cantos one twelve months year gives poem certain almost pastoral feel number stanzas canto equals number days month first canto march 31 stanzas second canto april 30 stanzas on stanza septet ie comprises exactly seven lines follow end rhyming schema a b a b c c b summary godsend p |
| 3404 |
3411 |
3826 |
Lines |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Lines by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 13th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/lines-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings lines percy bysshe shelley weekly poetry project december 13th 2009 p |
| 3405 |
3383 |
3797 |
Geschichte des Agathon, Teil 3 |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Verbesserte und erweiterte Ausgabe von 1794.<br/><br/>\n\nWieland war – neben Lessing, Lichtenberg und Kant – der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste Schriftsteller der Aufklärung im deutschen Sprachgebiet und der Älteste des klassischen Viergestirns von Weimar (Herder, Goethe, Schiller).\n<br/><br/>\nDie Geschichte des Agathon gilt als der erste große Bildungs- und Erziehungsroman in der deutschen Literatur und als Vorläufer des modernen psychologischen Romans. <br/><br/>\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-agathon-teil-3-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p verbesserte und erweiterte ausgabe von 1794 br br wieland war neben lessing lichtenberg und kant der bedeutendste und reflexionsmächtigste schriftsteller der aufklärung im deutschen sprachgebiet und der älteste des klassischen viergestirns von weimar herder goethe schiller br br die geschichte des agathon gilt als der erste große bildungs und erziehungsroman der deutschen literatur und als vorläufer des modernen psychologischen romans br br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 3406 |
3384 |
3798 |
Security |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
<p>“Security”, tells the story of a compartmentalized government physicist ordered by secret police to complete experiments aimed at developing a new weapon. He is brought to a hidden space station and put in charge of the project but there are many questions. In a world of spies watching spies it’s sometimes hard to know what’s patriotic. -- Poul Anderson was a Golden Age Science Fiction and Fantasy author. “Security” first appeared in the magazine “Space Science Fiction” in February of 1953 (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p>\n |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/security-by-poul-anderson/ |
p security tells story compartmentalized government physicist ordered secret police complete experiments aimed developing new weapon brought hidden space station put charge project many questions world spies watching spies it s sometimes hard know what s patriotic poul anderson golden age science fiction fantasy author security first appeared magazine space science fiction february 1953 summary gregg margarite p |
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3385 |
3799 |
Cinco Minutos |
José de Alencar |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Cinco minutos é o primeiro romance do escritor brasileiro José de Alencar, nome proeminente do romantismo no país. Foi publicada em 1856 em forma de folhetins pelo jornal Diário do Rio de Janeiro. Ao final de alguns meses, com todos os capítulos já publicados, esses foram juntados em uma única edição que foi oferecida como brinde para os assinantes do jornal. No entanto, diversas pessoas que não assinavam o jornal, procuraram um volume do livro.<br/><br/>\n\nA obra é escrita na forma de carta a uma prima do autor, D..., relatando seu amor por uma jovem, Carlota, nome o qual só é revelado nos últimos capítulos do livro.<br/><br/>\n\nInicia-se a história, no Rio de Janeiro, quando o narrador perde o ônibus por um atraso de cinco minutos e é obrigado a pegar o próximo. Senta-se ao lado de uma mulher. Apaixona-se por ela, mas não vê seu rosto e teme que a mulher seja feia; ela parte pedindo que não a esqueça, mas ele a perde. Depois de um mês tentando descobrir quem é a amada, a encontra numa ópera (La Traviata, de Giuseppe Verdi), declara-se mas ela foge deixando um lenço cheio de lágrimas.<br/><br/>\n\nDepois de outros desencontros, finalmente o narrador conhece a mulher e declara-se. Por carta, ela revela que já o observava nos bailes, amava-o há tempos mas não podiam ficar juntos porque ela tinha uma doença incurável.<br><br>\nO narrador faz de tudo para ir atrás da sua amada e enfrenta diversos contratempos.(Resumo extraído da Wikipedia)</p> |
Portuguese |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/cinco-minutos-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
p cinco minutos é primeiro romance escritor brasileiro josé de alencar nome proeminente romantismo país foi publicada em 1856 em forma de folhetins pelo jornal diário rio de janeiro ao final de alguns meses com todos os capítulos já publicados esses foram juntados em uma única edição que foi oferecida como brinde para os assinantes jornal entanto diversas pessoas que não assinavam jornal procuraram um volume livro br br obra é escrita na forma de carta uma prima autor d relatando seu amor por uma jovem carlota nome qual só é revelado nos últimos capítulos livro br br inicia se história rio de janeiro quando narrador perde ônibus por um atraso de cinco minutos e é obrigado pegar próximo senta se ao lado de uma mulher apaixona se por ela mas não vê seu rosto e teme que mulher seja feia ela parte pedindo que não esqueça mas ele perde depois de um mês tentando descobrir quem é amada encontra numa ópera la traviata de giuseppe verdi declara se mas ela foge deixando um lenço cheio de lágrimas br br depois de outros desencontros finalmente narrador conhece mulher e declara se por carta ela revela que já observava nos bailes amava o há tempos mas não podiam ficar juntos porque ela tinha uma doença incurável br br narrador faz de tudo para ir atrás da sua amada e enfrenta diversos contratempos resumo extraído da wikipedia p |
| 3408 |
3386 |
3800 |
Europe and the Faith |
Hilaire Belloc |
History , Christianity - Other |
<p>The Catholic brings to history (when I say "history" in these pages I mean the history of Christendom) self-knowledge. As a man in the confessional accuses himself of what he knows to be true and what other people cannot judge, so a Catholic, talking of the united European civilization, when he blames it, blames it for motives and for acts which are his own. He himself could have done those things in person. He is not relatively right in his blame, he is absolutely right. As a man can testify to his own motive so can the Catholic testify to unjust, irrelevant, or ignorant conceptions of the European story; for he knows why and how it proceeded. Others, not Catholic, look upon the story of Europe externally as strangers. "They" have to deal with something which presents itself to them partially and disconnectedly, by its phenomena alone: "he" sees it all from its centre in its essence, and together. (Hilaire Belloc)</p>\nDedicated Proof-Listeners: mim@can; Betty M.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/europe-and-the-faith-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
p the catholic brings history when say history pages mean history christendom self knowledge man confessional accuses knows true people cannot judge catholic talking united european civilization blames it blames motives acts own could done things person relatively right blame absolutely right man testify motive catholic testify unjust irrelevant ignorant conceptions european story knows proceeded others catholic look upon story europe externally strangers they deal something presents partially disconnectedly phenomena alone he sees centre essence together hilaire belloc p dedicated proof listeners mim can betty m p |
| 3409 |
3387 |
3801 |
Spoils of Poynton |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>The recently widowed Adela Gereth, a lover of beauty and passionate collector of fine objects, strikes up a friendship with the young Fleda Vetch, when both of them find themselves guests in the tasteless house of Brigstock family. Mrs. Gereth fears that her son Owen, an honorable but somewhat unimaginative young man, may take up with one of the Brigstock girls, and indeed he presently announces his engagement to Mona, the eldest daughter. That means that Mrs. Gereth will have to leave Poynton, the beautiful house that she and her husband filled with the furniture, china, tapestries, and other objects that they lovingly collected over the years. It is not so much possessiveness that drives Mrs. Gereth to want to maintain control over them (or so she claims, at any rate), but rather the sense that she will have failed if Mona, understanding and appreciating nothing of what Poynton contains, should become Owen's wife and take charge. The story and its developing conflicts are seen largely from the point of view of Fleda Vetch, the young woman who, her moral and aesthetic sensibilities tuned perhaps as finely as any of James's protagonists, finds herself caught in the middle.\n\n(Summary by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-spoils-of-poynton-by-henry-james/ |
p the recently widowed adela gereth lover beauty passionate collector fine objects strikes friendship young fleda vetch find guests tasteless house brigstock family mrs gereth fears son owen honorable somewhat unimaginative young man may take one brigstock girls indeed presently announces engagement mona eldest daughter means mrs gereth leave poynton beautiful house husband filled furniture china tapestries objects lovingly collected years much possessiveness drives mrs gereth want maintain control or claims rate rather sense failed mona understanding appreciating nothing poynton contains become owen s wife take charge story developing conflicts seen largely point view fleda vetch young woman who moral aesthetic sensibilities tuned perhaps finely james s protagonists finds caught middle summary nicholas clifford p |
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3388 |
3802 |
Mystery of 31 New Inn |
R. Austin Freeman |
Detective Fiction |
Jeffrey Blackmore suspiciously made two wills, both deceptively alike, but still, in a cunning way, completely different. John Thorndyke, equally cunning and smart, smells something fishy. With stylish cool and logic, he leads the story up to its marvelous and fully credible climax. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-31-new-inn-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
jeffrey blackmore suspiciously made two wills deceptively alike still cunning way completely different john thorndyke equally cunning smart smells something fishy stylish cool logic leads story marvelous fully credible climax summary neeru iyer p |
| 3411 |
3420 |
3835 |
Allan and the Holy Flower |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Further adventures of Allan Quatermain.\nThis is one of the 14 books that H. Rider Haggard wrote - starting with "King Solomon's Mines" - depicting the adventures of Allan Quatermain, great English hunter in the wilds of mysterious Africa. (Summary by laineyben)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/allan-and-the-holy-flower-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p further adventures allan quatermain one 14 books h rider haggard wrote starting king solomon s mines depicting adventures allan quatermain great english hunter wilds mysterious africa summary laineyben p |
| 3412 |
3392 |
3806 |
Seventh Man |
Max Brand |
General Fiction, Westerns |
<p><i>The Seventh Man</i> by Max Brand, tells part of the story of the larger-than-life western character, Dan Barry, known as “Whistling Dan,” and his alter-ego companions, Black Bart, the wolf-dog, and Satan, the indomitable black stallion. It’s also the story of Kate Cumberland and the incredible five-year-old daughter of Kate and Dan, Joan. We first see Dan as a gentle, caring man with a deep sense of fairness. But then, after six years of a peaceful life in their mountain cabin Dan, more feral than human, sets out to revenge an injustice by killing seven men. Ultimately, it is his devotion to his daughter and Kate’s love for the child that brings about the climax of the tale.<br />Warning: don’t look for a typical cowboy story here – it’s far deeper and stronger than that. (Summary by Robert Keiper)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-seventh-man-by-max-brand/ |
p i the seventh man i max brand tells part story larger than life western character dan barry known whistling dan alter ego companions black bart wolf dog satan indomitable black stallion it s also story kate cumberland incredible five year old daughter kate dan joan first see dan gentle caring man deep sense fairness then six years peaceful life mountain cabin dan feral human sets revenge injustice killing seven men ultimately devotion daughter kate s love child brings climax tale br warning don t look typical cowboy story it s far deeper stronger that summary robert keiper p |
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3393 |
3807 |
Trilby |
George du Maurier |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Trilby, published in 1894, fits into the gothic horror genre which was undergoing a revival during the Fin de siècle and is one of the most popular novels of its time, perhaps the second best selling novel of the Fin de siècle period after Bram Stoker's Dracula. <br><br>The story of the poor artist's model Trilby O'Ferrall, transformed into a diva under the spell of the evil musical genius Svengali, created a sensation. Soap, songs, dances, toothpaste, and Trilby, Florida were all named for the heroine, and a variety of soft felt hat with an indented crown (worn in the London stage production of a dramatization of the novel) came to be called a trilby. <br><brThe plot inspired Gaston Leroux's 1910 potboiler Phantom of the Opera and the innumerable works derived from it, and introduced the phrase "in the altogether" (meaning "completely unclothed") to the English language. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/trilby-by-george-du-maurier/ |
p trilby published 1894 fits gothic horror genre undergoing revival fin de siècle one popular novels time perhaps second best selling novel fin de siècle period bram stoker s dracula br br the story poor artist s model trilby o ferrall transformed diva spell evil musical genius svengali created sensation soap songs dances toothpaste trilby florida named heroine variety soft felt hat indented crown worn london stage production dramatization novel came called trilby br brthe plot inspired gaston leroux s 1910 potboiler phantom opera innumerable works derived it introduced phrase in altogether meaning completely unclothed english language summary wikipedia p |
| 3414 |
3394 |
3808 |
Extract from Captain Stormfield's Visit To Heaven (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction |
<p>In the afterlife grizzled sea captain Eli Stormfield finds himself piloting a ship to heaven. Despite a detour and some navigation errors he arrives but finds the transition to heavenly bliss a little disconcerting. – Although first drafted in the late 1870’s this story did not see print until the December 1907 and January 1908 issues of “Harper’s Magazine”. The next year it was made available as a Christmas gift book and represents the last volume Mark Twain published in his lifetime. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/extract-from-captain-stormfields-visit-to-heaven-by-mark-twain/ |
p in afterlife grizzled sea captain eli stormfield finds piloting ship heaven despite detour navigation errors arrives finds transition heavenly bliss little disconcerting although first drafted late 1870 s story see print december 1907 january 1908 issues harper s magazine next year made available christmas gift book represents last volume mark twain published lifetime summary gregg margarite p |
| 3415 |
3395 |
3809 |
Dog of Flanders |
Ouida |
General Fiction |
<p>"Nello and Patrasche were left all alone in the world." So begins the poignant story of the two orphans who were to become inseparable companions. They were Nello, an orphaned youth, and Patrasche, the dog which he and his grandfather saved from near death one day. The tale takes place outside of Antwerp, and so popular has this story become that there is a commemorative statue of Nello and Patrasche standing in the village yet today. The story is powerful, and masterfully written by Marie Louise de la Ramée under the pseudonym Ouida. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/a-dog-of-flanders-by-ouida/ |
p nello patrasche left alone world begins poignant story two orphans become inseparable companions nello orphaned youth patrasche dog grandfather saved near death one day tale takes place outside antwerp popular story become commemorative statue nello patrasche standing village yet today story powerful masterfully written marie louise de la ramée pseudonym ouida summary roger melin p |
| 3416 |
3396 |
3810 |
Everyman |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>A Holy Day in 1495. Join the crowd streaming towards a temporary outdoor stage and be entertained (and maybe even instructed) by a performance of Everyman by the Guild of LibriVox Readers. <br><p><strong>Cast:(in order of appearance)</strong><br>Narrator - <a >Annise</a><br>Messenger - <a >Elli</a><br />God - <a >Neeru Iyer</a><br />Death - <a >Denny Sayers</a><br />Everyman - <a >Bob Shearman</a><br />Fellowship - <a >Tricia G</a><br />Cousin - <a >Chris Caron</a><br />Kindred - <a >David Lawrence</a><br />Goods - <a >Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Good-Deeds - <a >Marian Martin</a><br />Strength - <a >David Cole</a><br />Discretion - <a >Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />Five-Wits - <a >Barry Eads</a><br />Beauty - <a >Lucy Perry</a><br />Knowledge - <a >Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />Confession - <a >Ruth Golding</a><br />Angel - <a >Kalynda</a><br />Doctor - <a >Cori Samuel</a><br><br> "Let the Play Begin" (summary by Annise)</p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/everyman-by-unknown/ |
p a holy day 1495 join crowd streaming towards temporary outdoor stage entertained and maybe even instructed performance everyman guild librivox readers br p strong cast in order appearance strong br narrator a annise a br messenger a elli a br god a neeru iyer a br death a denny sayers a br everyman a bob shearman a br fellowship a tricia g a br cousin a chris caron a br kindred a david lawrence a br goods a elizabeth klett a br good deeds a marian martin a br strength a david cole a br discretion a laurie anne walden a br five wits a barry eads a br beauty a lucy perry a br knowledge a arielle lipshaw a br confession a ruth golding a br angel a kalynda a br doctor a cori samuel a br br let play begin summary annise p |
| 3417 |
3605 |
4034 |
Boy's Will (version 2) |
Robert Frost |
Poetry |
<p>Robert Frost preferred to describe the New England countryside using everyday language. He used both as tools to explore world views and life philosophies. <i>A Boy's Will</i> was his first poetry anthology. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-boys-will-by-robert-frost-2/ |
p robert frost preferred describe new england countryside using everyday language used tools explore world views life philosophies i a boy s will i first poetry anthology summary bill boerst p |
| 3418 |
3397 |
3812 |
Orange Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Andrew Lang's Fairy Books or Andrew Lang's "Coloured" Fairy Books constitute a twelve-book series of fairy tale collections. Although Andrew Lang did not collect the stories himself from the oral tradition, the extent of his sources, who had collected them originally (with the notable exception of Madame d'Aulnoy), made them an immensely influential collection, especially as he used foreign-language sources, giving many of these tales their first appearance in English. As acknowledged in the prefaces, although Lang himself made most of the selections, his wife and other translators did a large portion of the translating and telling of the actual stories.<br><br>Many of the books were illustrated by Henry J. Ford. Lancelot Speed, and G. P. Jacomb Hood also contributed some illustrations. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-orange-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p andrew lang s fairy books andrew lang s coloured fairy books constitute twelve book series fairy tale collections although andrew lang collect stories oral tradition extent sources collected originally with notable exception madame d aulnoy made immensely influential collection especially used foreign language sources giving many tales first appearance english acknowledged prefaces although lang made selections wife translators large portion translating telling actual stories br br many books illustrated henry j ford lancelot speed g p jacomb hood also contributed illustrations summary wikipedia p |
| 3419 |
3398 |
3813 |
Sketches by Boz: Illustrative of Every-Day Life and Every-Day People |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Sketches by Boz is a collection of short pieces published by Charles Dickens in 1836 accompanied by illustrations by George Cruikshank. It consists of 56 passages divided into four sections: "Our Parish", "Scenes", "Characters", and "Tales". Of these, only the last contains fiction. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/sketches-by-boz-by-charles-dickens/ |
sketches boz collection short pieces published charles dickens 1836 accompanied illustrations george cruikshank consists 56 passages divided four sections our parish scenes characters tales these last contains fiction summary wikipedia p |
| 3420 |
3399 |
3814 |
British Barbarians |
Grant Allen |
Romance, Science Fiction |
<br />After Civil Servant Philip Christy crosses paths with the mysterious Bertram Ingledew in the respectable suburb of Brackenhurst, Philip and his sister Frida, married to the wealthy Scot Robert Monteith, become friends with the stranger. Bertram has some unconventional concepts about society, and as the story unfolds, his beliefs and actions cause much disruption in the family and the neighbourhood.<BR /><BR />Who is Bertram? Where does he come from? Allen explores some interesting ideas about society, some of which are curiously relevant today.<BR /><BR />The story is preceded by an introduction which, although it may appear to have no connection with the story itself, the reader is earnestly besought by the author to read. The introduction begins as a diatribe against publishers, and develops into a philosophical justification of Allen's writing, and may, if desired, be omitted by the listener who is only interested in the story. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-british-barbarians-by-grant-allen/ |
br after civil servant philip christy crosses paths mysterious bertram ingledew respectable suburb brackenhurst philip sister frida married wealthy scot robert monteith become friends stranger bertram unconventional concepts society story unfolds beliefs actions cause much disruption family neighbourhood br br who bertram come from allen explores interesting ideas society curiously relevant today br br the story preceded introduction which although may appear connection story itself reader earnestly besought author read introduction begins diatribe publishers develops philosophical justification allen s writing may desired omitted listener interested story summary ruth golding br br |
| 3421 |
3400 |
3815 |
Guide to Men |
Helen Rowland |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>A series of occasionally witty one-liners, poems and considerations on the subject of Men, Women and their Conjunction. By turns tender, bland, sexist (in both directions!) and funny. Summary by Cori Samuel.<br /><br />From the text:<br /><br />A man is like a park squirrel; if you fling your favors or your charms at his head he will never come up and eat out of your hand.<br /><br />Even Satan could find a woman to call him "Dearie," if he would simply tell her that all he needed was "a beautiful woman's uplifting influence."<br /><br />Every bride fancies that she married the original "cave-man" until she tries to persuade him to go out and argue with the furniture-movers.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-guide-to-men-by-helen-rowland/ |
p a series occasionally witty one liners poems considerations subject men women conjunction turns tender bland sexist in directions funny summary cori samuel br br from text br br a man like park squirrel fling favors charms head never come eat hand br br even satan could find woman call dearie would simply tell needed a beautiful woman s uplifting influence br br every bride fancies married original cave man tries persuade go argue furniture movers p |
| 3422 |
3401 |
3816 |
Bradford's History of the Plymouth Settlement, 1608-1650 |
William Bradford |
History , Early Modern |
<p>The journal of William Bradford, who served five terms as governor of the Plymouth colony, is an indispensable document of the events of early American history. His eyewitness account includes the stories of the Pilgrims’ sojourn in the Netherlands, the voyage of the Mayflower, the hardships of the New World, relations with the Indians, and the colony’s growth from an endangered enterprise to a thriving city. This edition of Bradford’s <i>Of Plimoth Plantation</i> presents the text in language made more accessible to the modern reader (Summary by D. Leeson).</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/bradfords-history-of-the-plymouth-settlement-by-william-bradford/ |
p the journal william bradford served five terms governor plymouth colony indispensable document events early american history eyewitness account includes stories pilgrims sojourn netherlands voyage mayflower hardships new world relations indians colony s growth endangered enterprise thriving city edition bradford s i of plimoth plantation i presents text language made accessible modern reader summary d leeson p |
| 3423 |
3412 |
3827 |
Historical Tales, Vol II: American II |
Charles Morris |
General, History |
<p>Volume II of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This second volume supplements the first with additional stories of the discovery, colonization, founding, and early years of the United States of America, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. (Summary by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-ii-american-ii-by-charles-morris/ |
p volume ii series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries second volume supplements first additional stories discovery colonization founding early years united states america describing history children young adults exciting novel manner summary kalynda p |
| 3424 |
3402 |
3817 |
Essays of Robert Louis Stevenson |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Essays & Short Works |
“Extreme busyness…is a symptom of deficient vitality; and a faculty for idleness implies a catholic appetite and a strong sense of personal identity.”\n\nWhat comforting words for the idle among us! Like many of the best essayists, Stevenson is very much the genial fireside companion: opinionated, but never malicious; a marvellous practitioner of the inclusive monologue.\n\nIn this collection of nine pieces he discusses the art of appreciating unattractive scenery, traces the complex social life of dogs, and meditates in several essays upon the experience of reading literature and writing it. Perhaps his most personal passages concern death and mortality. Here we meet him at his most undogmatically optimistic, as he affirms a wholesome faith in “the liveableness of Life”.\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/essays-of-robert-louis-stevenson-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
extreme busyness is symptom deficient vitality faculty idleness implies catholic appetite strong sense personal identity comforting words idle among us like many best essayists stevenson much genial fireside companion opinionated never malicious marvellous practitioner inclusive monologue collection nine pieces discusses art appreciating unattractive scenery traces complex social life dogs meditates several essays upon experience reading literature writing it perhaps personal passages concern death mortality meet undogmatically optimistic affirms wholesome faith the liveableness life summary martin geeson p |
| 3425 |
3403 |
3818 |
Über den Zorn |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Ancient |
<p>Lucius Annaeus Seneca, genannt Seneca der Jüngere, war ein römischer Philosoph, Dramatiker, Naturforscher, Staatsmann und als Stoiker einer der meistgelesenen Schriftsteller seiner Zeit.<br/><br/>\n\nSeneca griff klassisches stoisches Gedankengut auf. Das Problem der Affektkontrolle wird hier auf vielfältige Weise lebenspraktisch, historisch-exemplarisch und politisch abgehandelt.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/uber-den-zorn-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
p lucius annaeus seneca genannt seneca der jüngere war ein römischer philosoph dramatiker naturforscher staatsmann und als stoiker einer der meistgelesenen schriftsteller seiner zeit br br seneca griff klassisches stoisches gedankengut auf das problem der affektkontrolle wird hier auf vielfältige weise lebenspraktisch historisch exemplarisch und politisch abgehandelt zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 3426 |
3404 |
3819 |
Vampire |
Luigi Capuana |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>A suspenseful vampire tale. Translated from the <a href="http://www.liberliber.it/biblioteca/c/capuana/index.htm">original Italian text</a> by Erin O'Rourke.<br>(Summary by Erin O'Rourke)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-vampire-by-luigi-capuana/ |
p a suspenseful vampire tale translated a href http www liberliber it biblioteca c capuana index htm original italian text a erin o rourke br summary erin o rourke p |
| 3427 |
3405 |
3820 |
On the Shores of the Great Sea |
M. B. Synge |
General, Antiquity |
<p>Book I of the "Story of the World" series. Focuses on the civilizations surrounding the Mediterranean Sea from the time of Abraham to the birth of Christ. Brief histories of the Ancient Israelites, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Scythians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans are given, concluding with the conquest of the entire Mediterranean by Rome. Important myths and legends that preceded recorded history are also related. Ages 9-18 (Summary from the Baldwin Project)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-shores-of-the-great-sea-by-m-b-synge/ |
p book story world series focuses civilizations surrounding mediterranean sea time abraham birth christ brief histories ancient israelites phoenicians egyptians scythians persians greeks romans given concluding conquest entire mediterranean rome important myths legends preceded recorded history also related ages 9 18 summary baldwin project p |
| 3428 |
3406 |
3821 |
Bible (ASV) 07: Judges |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Judges (Hebrew: Sefer Shoftim) is a book of the Bible originally written in Hebrew. It appears in the Tanakh and in the Christian Old Testament. Its title refers to its contents; it contains the history of Biblical judges (not to be confused with modern judges), who helped rule and guide the ancient Israelites, and of their times. As Judges stands today, the last judge it mentions is Samson, and although there are two further stories, the traditional view is that Samson's exploits probably synchronise with the period immediately preceding Eli, who was both high priest and judge. Both academic views and traditional thought hence view the narrative of the judges as ending at Samson, picking up again at 1 Samuel 1:1 to consider Eli, and continuing through to 1 Samuel 7:2. As for the stories at the end of the Book, which are set in the same time period as the judges but discuss people other than the judges, there is much affinity between these and the Book of Ruth, and many people believe Ruth originally belonged amongst them. There were thirteen Biblical Judges." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/judges-by-american-standard-version/ |
p the book judges hebrew sefer shoftim book bible originally written hebrew appears tanakh christian old testament title refers contents contains history biblical judges not confused modern judges helped rule guide ancient israelites times judges stands today last judge mentions samson although two stories traditional view samson s exploits probably synchronise period immediately preceding eli high priest judge academic views traditional thought hence view narrative judges ending samson picking 1 samuel 1 1 consider eli continuing 1 samuel 7 2 stories end book set time period judges discuss people judges much affinity book ruth many people believe ruth originally belonged amongst them thirteen biblical judges summary wikipedia p |
| 3429 |
3407 |
3822 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 019 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-019-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3430 |
3408 |
3823 |
George and Robert Stephenson |
Samuel Smiles |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
George Stephenson did not invent the steam engine, that was due to Newcomen and later to James Watt. He did not invent the steam locomotive, that was due to a number of people including Cugnot, Trevithick and others. He did not invent the Railway. Railways or tramways had been in use for two hundred years before Stephenson.<br/><br/>The reason why Stephenson was known as ‘The father of the steam locomotive’ was that he took a primitive, unreliable and wholly uneconomic device and turning it into an efficient machine not very different to those which ran until fifty or so years ago, married it with the iron rail and alone, and against considerable opposition,began, via the Stockton and Darlington Railway, the Liverpool and Manchester Railway and then the London and Birmingham Railway, the development of steam railways in England and the world.<br/><br/>George Stephenson began life in 1781 in the worst and poorest of all circumstances, he did not learn to read until he was twenty years old, but he, together with his son Robert, became the foremost engineers in the railway world.<br/><br/>If, in the middle years of the nineteenth century you wanted to build a railway, then, if you wanted it big bold and imaginative you might go to Mr. Brunel. If you wanted it to pay however, you would go to the Sephensons. (Summary by AJM)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-engineers-george-and-robert-stephenson-by-samuel-smiles/ |
george stephenson invent steam engine due newcomen later james watt invent steam locomotive due number people including cugnot trevithick others invent railway railways tramways use two hundred years stephenson br br the reason stephenson known the father steam locomotive took primitive unreliable wholly uneconomic device turning efficient machine different ran fifty years ago married iron rail alone considerable opposition began via stockton darlington railway liverpool manchester railway london birmingham railway development steam railways england world br br george stephenson began life 1781 worst poorest circumstances learn read twenty years old he together son robert became foremost engineers railway world br br if middle years nineteenth century wanted build railway then wanted big bold imaginative might go mr brunel wanted pay however would go sephensons summary ajm p |
| 3431 |
3414 |
3829 |
Mastro don Gesualdo |
Giovanni Verga |
General Fiction, Romance |
Mastro Don Gesualdo, pubblicato nel 1889, è uno tra i più conosciuti romanzi di Giovanni Verga. Narra la vicenda dell'omonimo protagonista, ed è ambientato a Vizzini, in Sicilia, nella prima metà dell'Ottocento in periodo risorgimentale.<br><br>L'operazione linguistica condotta dallo scrittore risulta in questo romanzo particolarmente complessa, a causa dell'eterogeneità delle classi sociali rappresentante, ognuna portatrice di un lessico proprio.\nMastro Don Gesualdo uscì a puntate sulla Nuova Antologia dal 1º luglio al 16 dicembre 1888, e poi in volume presso l'editore Treves, nel 1889, ma datato 1890.<br><br>Secondo romanzo del "ciclo dei Vinti", è questo il frutto di un lungo lavoro preparatorio proseguito incessantemente per nove anni. I primi abbozzi risalgono al 1881-1882, subito dopo la pubblicazione de I Malavoglia.(Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/mastro-don-gesualdo-by-giovanni-verga/ |
mastro gesualdo pubblicato nel 1889 è uno tra più conosciuti romanzi di giovanni verga narra la vicenda dell omonimo protagonista ed è ambientato vizzini sicilia nella prima metà dell ottocento periodo risorgimentale br br l operazione linguistica condotta dallo scrittore risulta questo romanzo particolarmente complessa causa dell eterogeneità delle classi sociali rappresentante ognuna portatrice di un lessico proprio mastro gesualdo uscì puntate sulla nuova antologia dal 1º luglio al 16 dicembre 1888 e poi volume presso l editore treves nel 1889 datato 1890 br br secondo romanzo del ciclo dei vinti è questo il frutto di un lungo lavoro preparatorio proseguito incessantemente per nove anni primi abbozzi risalgono al 1881 1882 subito dopo la pubblicazione de malavoglia wikipedia p |
| 3432 |
3415 |
3830 |
Uttermost Farthing |
R. Austin Freeman |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Humphrey Challoner is a solitary old man who spent a lifetime collecting for his private museum, primarily mammals exhibiting osteological abnormalities but also 24 articulated human skeletons without any apparent defect. His friend, Dr. Wharton, is puzzled by the collection, but he humors Challoner's eccentricities and tends to him in his final illness. When Wharton inherits the collection on Challoner's death, the dark mystery that ties the collection together is finally revealed. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-uttermost-farthing-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
p humphrey challoner solitary old man spent lifetime collecting private museum primarily mammals exhibiting osteological abnormalities also 24 articulated human skeletons without apparent defect friend dr wharton puzzled collection humors challoner s eccentricities tends final illness wharton inherits collection challoner s death dark mystery ties collection together finally revealed summary maryann p |
| 3433 |
3416 |
3831 |
Creature from Cleveland Depths |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
<p>“The Creature from Cleveland Depths” also known as “The Lone Wolf” tells the story of a writer and his wife who refuse to move below-ground after the cold-war gets hot. The underground society discovers a decline in their ability to creatively innovate, and must consult with surface dwellers to develop products that satiate the needs of a people living like moles. But the latest product to result from this alliance, “The Tickler” has frightening implications that only our heroes seem to notice. – This story appeared in the December, 1962 issue of “Galaxy” magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/the-creature-from-cleveland-depths-by-fritz-leiber/ |
p the creature cleveland depths also known the lone wolf tells story writer wife refuse move below ground cold war gets hot underground society discovers decline ability creatively innovate must consult surface dwellers develop products satiate needs people living like moles latest product result alliance the tickler frightening implications heroes seem notice story appeared december 1962 issue galaxy magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3434 |
3417 |
3832 |
Talents, Incorporated |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
<p>Bors felt as if he'd been hit over the head. This was ridiculous! He'd planned and carried out the destruction of that warship because the information of its existence and location was verified by a magnetometer.<br/><br/>\n\nBut, if he'd known <i>how</i> the information had been obtained--if he'd known it had been <i>guessed at</i> by a discharged spaceport employee, and a paranoid personality, and a man who used a hazel twig or something similar--if he'd known <i>that</i>, he'd never have dreamed of accepting it. He'd have dismissed it flatly! (Summary from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/talents-incorporated-by-murray-leinster/ |
p bors felt he d hit head ridiculous he d planned carried destruction warship information existence location verified magnetometer br br but he d known i how i information obtained if he d known i guessed at i discharged spaceport employee paranoid personality man used hazel twig something similar if he d known i that i he d never dreamed accepting it he d dismissed flatly summary gutenberg text p |
| 3435 |
3418 |
3833 |
Cocoa Break Collection, Vol. 01 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Following in the vein of my Coffee-Break collections, this is a collection of short (all under 15 minutes) stories for kids. Focus is on fables and fairy tales published before 1923. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-cocoa-break-collection-by-various/ |
following vein coffee break collections collection short all 15 minutes stories kids focus fables fairy tales published 1923 summary bellonatimes p |
| 3436 |
3419 |
3834 |
Marcella |
Mary Augusta Ward |
General Fiction |
Mary Augusta Ward (Mrs. Humphry Ward) was a very popular author at the end of the 19th century. The arrival of Marcella was discussed a lot in the London news papers. This popular novel tells about Marcella Boyce, a beauty of the 1880s, who thinks she truly believes in the values of socialism. A 21-year-old art student, she lives in a boarding house in Kensington until her father inherits Mellor Park, the family estate which is located in the Midlands. She unwillingly leaving her studies, all the things she loves and wants to do, and her friends, and starts her new life at Mellor Park, determined to help the poor people she sees around her. Then Aldous Raeburn, Tory candidate for Parliament and heir to Lord Maxwell's estate, falls in love with her. But Marcella is torn between her "love of power" and her "power to love." But she'll have to learn in the hard way that high morals are apt to clash with reality. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/marcella-by-mrs-humphry-ward/ |
mary augusta ward mrs humphry ward popular author end 19th century arrival marcella discussed lot london news papers popular novel tells marcella boyce beauty 1880s thinks truly believes values socialism 21 year old art student lives boarding house kensington father inherits mellor park family estate located midlands unwillingly leaving studies things loves wants do friends starts new life mellor park determined help poor people sees around her aldous raeburn tory candidate parliament heir lord maxwell s estate falls love her marcella torn love power power love she ll learn hard way high morals apt clash reality summary stav nisser p |
| 3437 |
3421 |
3836 |
Daughter of the Land |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Romance |
<p>Independent Kate Bates resents the fact that, as the youngest of a large family, she is expected to stay at home and help her parents while her brothers and sisters are free to pursue their desires. When she defies her family and leaves home, she finds that the path to independence is paved with hardships. (Summary by wildemoose)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-daughter-of-the-land-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
p independent kate bates resents fact that youngest large family expected stay home help parents brothers sisters free pursue desires defies family leaves home finds path independence paved hardships summary wildemoose p |
| 3438 |
3422 |
3838 |
Resurrection, Book 2 |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction |
<p>Resurrection is the last of Tolstoy's major fiction works published in his lifetime. Tolstoy intended the novel as an exposition of injustice of man-made laws and the hypocrisy of institutionalized church. It was first published serially in the magazine Niva as an effort to raise funds for the resettlement of the Dukhobors. The story concerns a nobleman named Nekhlyudov, who seeks redemption for a sin committed years earlier. His brief affair with a maid resulted in her being fired and ending up in prostitution. The book treats his attempts to help her out of her current misery, but also focuses on his personal mental and moral struggle.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/resurrection-book-2-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p resurrection last tolstoy s major fiction works published lifetime tolstoy intended novel exposition injustice man made laws hypocrisy institutionalized church first published serially magazine niva effort raise funds resettlement dukhobors story concerns nobleman named nekhlyudov seeks redemption sin committed years earlier brief affair maid resulted fired ending prostitution book treats attempts help current misery also focuses personal mental moral struggle summary wikipedia p |
| 3439 |
3423 |
3839 |
Fabeln |
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Gotthold Ephraim Lessing war der wichtigste deutsche Dichter der deutschen Aufklärung. <br><br> Fabeln und Erzählungen, veröffentlicht 1771. Fabeln. Drei Bücher, veröffentlicht 1759. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br><br>Da im Text (1) einige Seiten der "Fabeln. Drei Bücher, veröffentlicht 1759." Mängel aufwiesen, wurden diese Seiten von dem Text (2) vorgelesen.</p> |
German |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/fabeln-by-gotthold-ephraim-lessing/ |
p gotthold ephraim lessing war der wichtigste deutsche dichter der deutschen aufklärung br br fabeln und erzählungen veröffentlicht 1771 fabeln drei bücher veröffentlicht 1759 zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br da im text 1 einige seiten der fabeln drei bücher veröffentlicht 1759 mängel aufwiesen wurden diese seiten von dem text 2 vorgelesen p |
| 3440 |
3424 |
3840 |
Pink Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>All people in the world tell nursery tales to their children, and the stories are apt to be like each other everywhere. A child who has read the Blue and Red and Yellow Fairy Books will find some old friends with new faces in the Pink Fairy Book. Courage, youth, beauty, kindness, have many trials, but they always win the battle; while witches, giants, unfriendly cruel people, are on the losing hand. So it ought to be, and so, on the whole, it is and will be; and that is all the moral of fairy tales. We cannot all be young, alas! and pretty, and strong; but nothing prevents us from being kind, and no kind man, woman, or beast or bird, ever comes to anything but good in these oldest fables of the world. (Summary of the Author's Preface by Elliott Miller)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-pink-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p all people world tell nursery tales children stories apt like everywhere child read blue red yellow fairy books find old friends new faces pink fairy book courage youth beauty kindness many trials always win battle witches giants unfriendly cruel people losing hand ought be so whole be moral fairy tales cannot young alas pretty strong nothing prevents us kind kind man woman beast bird ever comes anything good oldest fables world summary author s preface elliott miller p |
| 3441 |
3425 |
3841 |
Tale of Betsy Butterfly |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey (1877 – 1949) was the author of more than forty children's books. "Mr. Bailey centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. He made it a habit to never 'write down' to children and frequently used words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar." (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-betsy-butterfly-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey 1877 1949 author forty children s books mr bailey centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers made habit never write down children frequently used words beyond average juvenile vocabulary believing youngsters respond stimulus unfamiliar wikipedia p |
| 3442 |
3426 |
3842 |
Camp-Fire Girls In The Allegheny Mountains or, A Christmas Success Against Odds |
Stella M. Francis |
Action & Adventure |
The Camp Fire Girls books is a series of fiction novels written for children by various authors from 1912 into the 1930s. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/campfire-girls-in-the-allegheny-mountains-or-a-christmas-success-against-odds-by-stella-m-francis/ |
camp fire girls books series fiction novels written children various authors 1912 1930s wikipedia p |
| 3443 |
3427 |
3843 |
Czar's Spy |
William Le Queux |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>William Le Queux was a British novelist and prolific writer of mysteries. Indeed, mystery surrounds the author himself as to whether he was a spy or rather just a self-promoter. Regardless of which is true, Le Queux brings us a story of intrigue and espionage that travels across Europe in the true spirit of a good mystery. There are shootings, burglaries, romances, escapes from prisons, and intricate conspiracies that may surprise and leave you scratching your head as you try to solve this “whodunit”. In the best tradition of a good mystery however, you may need to wait for the final chapters to discover the truth. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-czars-spy-by-william-le-queux/ |
p william le queux british novelist prolific writer mysteries indeed mystery surrounds author whether spy rather self promoter regardless true le queux brings us story intrigue espionage travels across europe true spirit good mystery shootings burglaries romances escapes prisons intricate conspiracies may surprise leave scratching head try solve whodunit best tradition good mystery however may need wait final chapters discover truth summary tom weiss p |
| 3444 |
3618 |
4048 |
Slavery of Our Times |
Leo Tolstoy |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
This little book shows, in a short, clear, and systematic manner, how the principle of Non-Resistance, about which Tolstoy has written so much, is related to economic and political life. (Summary by Aylmer Maude, Translator)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-slavery-of-our-times-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
little book shows short clear systematic manner principle non resistance tolstoy written much related economic political life summary aylmer maude translator p |
| 3445 |
3428 |
3844 |
Tale of Brownie Beaver |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey was the author of more than forty children's books, centered all his plots in the animal, bird and insect worlds, weaving natural history into the stories in a way that won educator's approval without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. The Tale of Brownie Beaver is another adventure of the friends and neighbours of Pleasant Valley. You will hear how Brownie keeps a house safe from a Freshet and how he receives his weekly newspaper and not to forget the making of a new suit. (summary by Lucy Burgoyne) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-brownie-beaver-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey author forty children s books centered plots animal bird insect worlds weaving natural history stories way educator s approval without arousing suspicions young readers tale brownie beaver another adventure friends neighbours pleasant valley hear brownie keeps house safe freshet receives weekly newspaper forget making new suit summary lucy burgoyne p |
| 3446 |
3429 |
3845 |
Experiments in Plant Hybridisation |
Gregor Mendel |
Life Sciences |
<p>Gregor Mendel was an Augustinian monk in the St. Thomas monastery in Brno. His seminal paper "Experiments in Plant Hybridization" presents his results of studying genetic traits in pea plants. It is the ground breaking work on inheritance, being the first to differentiate between dominant and recessive genetic traits. His work was long ignored and deemed controversial, however, at its rediscovery at the turn to the 20th century, it earned Gregor Mendel the title "father of modern genetics". (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/experiments-in-plant-hybridisation-by-gregor-mendel/ |
p gregor mendel augustinian monk st thomas monastery brno seminal paper experiments plant hybridization presents results studying genetic traits pea plants ground breaking work inheritance first differentiate dominant recessive genetic traits work long ignored deemed controversial however rediscovery turn 20th century earned gregor mendel title father modern genetics summary availle p |
| 3447 |
3430 |
3846 |
Alleen op de wereld |
Hector Malot |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<P>Zelden, misschien nooit, las ik een boek, dat zoo rein en eenvoudig en toch zoo boeiend en vol afwisseling is, als dit meesterstuk van Hector Malot, door den schrijver aan zijne dochter Lucie opgedragen en zoo terecht met den <I>Montyon-prijs</i> bekroond.<BR><BR>"Alleen op de wereld" is rijk aan afwisselende gebeurtenissen, maar niet minder rijk aan gevoelvolle en ook spannende tafereelen. Het ademt evenveel menschenkennis als menschenliefde, en zonder dat de schrijver zich tot hoofddoel gesteld heeft de jeugdige lezers te onderwijzen, zullen deze er toch hunne kennis door vermeerderen.<BR><BR>Maar meer nog dan hun hoofd zal hun hart door de lezing winnen. Voor de vorming daarvan vooral verdient dit zeldzaam voortreffelijke boek algemeen gelezen te worden.<BR>(Voorrede van de vertaler)<p> |
Dutch |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/alleen-op-de-wereld-door-hector-malot/ |
p zelden misschien nooit las ik een boek dat zoo rein en eenvoudig en toch zoo boeiend en vol afwisseling is als dit meesterstuk van hector malot door den schrijver aan zijne dochter lucie opgedragen en zoo terecht met den i montyon prijs i bekroond br br alleen op de wereld rijk aan afwisselende gebeurtenissen maar niet minder rijk aan gevoelvolle en ook spannende tafereelen het ademt evenveel menschenkennis als menschenliefde en zonder dat de schrijver zich tot hoofddoel gesteld heeft de jeugdige lezers te onderwijzen zullen deze er toch hunne kennis door vermeerderen br br maar meer nog dan hun hoofd zal hun hart door de lezing winnen voor de vorming daarvan vooral verdient dit zeldzaam voortreffelijke boek algemeen gelezen te worden br voorrede van de vertaler p |
| 3448 |
3431 |
3847 |
Beasts, Men and Gods |
Ferdinand Ossendowski |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
<P>“Beasts, Men and Gods” is an account of an epic journey, filled with perils and narrow escapes, in the mold of “The Lord of the Rings.”\n<br/><br/>\nThe difference is: it’s all true.\n<br/><br/>\nFerdinand Ossendowski was a Pole who found himself in Siberia and on the losing side during the Bolshevik Revolution. To escape being rounded up and shot, he set out with a friend to reach the Pacific, there to take ship back to Europe. During his journey he fell in with dozens of other military men who shared the same objective… but nearly every one of them perished on the way.<br/><br/>\n\nIt’s up to you to decide whether Ossendowski was threatened most by the beasts, by the men, or by the gods, or indeed, by the severe and uncompromising landscapes of Siberia, Mongolia, and China. That he survived at all seems improbable. The mystical mysteries and magics of Buddhism, “The Yellow Faith”, were woven about and through his sojourn and had no little part in his survival. Time after time he was put in the delicate position of being the bargainer between warring groups, and ultimately, only incredible luck and his friendship with the Hutuktu of Narabanchi Monastery saw him through.\n<br/><br/>\nWhen published in the United States, this book caused a sensation and became a best-seller. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/beasts-men-and-gods-by-ferdinand-ossendowski/ |
p beasts men gods account epic journey filled perils narrow escapes mold the lord rings br br difference is it s true br br ferdinand ossendowski pole found siberia losing side bolshevik revolution escape rounded shot set friend reach pacific take ship back europe journey fell dozens military men shared objective nearly every one perished way br br it s decide whether ossendowski threatened beasts men gods indeed severe uncompromising landscapes siberia mongolia china survived seems improbable mystical mysteries magics buddhism the yellow faith woven sojourn little part survival time time put delicate position bargainer warring groups ultimately incredible luck friendship hutuktu narabanchi monastery saw through br br published united states book caused sensation became best seller summary mark f smith p |
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3432 |
3848 |
Contos de Lima Barreto |
Lima Barreto |
Short Stories |
<p>Lima Barreto começou a sua colaboração na imprensa desde estudante, em 1902, no A Quinzena Alegre, depois no Tagarela, O Diabo, e na Revista da Época.<br><br>Em jornais de maior circulação, começou em 1905, escrevendo no Correio da Manhã uma série de reportagens sobre a demolição do Morro do Castelo.<br><br>Daí em diante, colaborou em vários jornais e revistas, Fon-Fon, Floreal, Gazeta da Tarde, Jornal do Commercio, Correio da Noite, A Noite (onde publicou, em folhetim, Numa e a Ninfa), Careta, ABC, um novo A Lanterna (vespertino), Brás Cubas (semanário), Hoje, Revista Souza Cruz e O Mundo Literário.<br><br>Lima Barreto foi o crítico mais agudo da época da República Velha no Brasil, rompendo com o nacionalismo ufanista e pondo a nu a roupagem da República, que manteve os privilégios de famílias aristocráticas e dos militares.<br><br>Em sua obra, de temática social, privilegiou os pobres, os boêmios e os arruinados. Foi severamente criticado pelos seus contemporâneos parnasianos por seu estilo despojado, fluente e coloquial, que acabou influenciando os escritores modernistas.<br><br>Também queria que a sua literatura fosse militante. Escrever tinha finalidade de criticar o mundo circundante para despertar alternativas renovadoras dos costumes e de práticas que, na sociedade, privilegiavam pessoas e grupos. Para ele, o escritor tinha uma função social. (Extraído da Wikipedia)</p> |
Portuguese |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/contos-by-lima-barreto/ |
p lima barreto começou sua colaboração na imprensa desde estudante em 1902 quinzena alegre depois tagarela diabo e na revista da época br br em jornais de maior circulação começou em 1905 escrevendo correio da manhã uma série de reportagens sobre demolição morro castelo br br daí em diante colaborou em vários jornais e revistas fon fon floreal gazeta da tarde jornal commercio correio da noite noite onde publicou em folhetim numa e ninfa careta abc um novo lanterna vespertino brás cubas semanário hoje revista souza cruz e mundo literário br br lima barreto foi crítico mais agudo da época da república velha brasil rompendo com nacionalismo ufanista e pondo nu roupagem da república que manteve os privilégios de famílias aristocráticas e dos militares br br em sua obra de temática social privilegiou os pobres os boêmios e os arruinados foi severamente criticado pelos seus contemporâneos parnasianos por seu estilo despojado fluente e coloquial que acabou influenciando os escritores modernistas br br também queria que sua literatura fosse militante escrever tinha finalidade de criticar mundo circundante para despertar alternativas renovadoras dos costumes e de práticas que na sociedade privilegiavam pessoas e grupos para ele escritor tinha uma função social extraído da wikipedia p |
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3433 |
3849 |
Camilla |
Fanny Burney |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Camilla is Frances Burney's third novel. It became very popular upon its publication in 1796. Jane Austen referred to it, among other novels, in her novel Northanger Abbey:</p><p>“'And what are you reading, Miss — ?' 'Oh! It is only a novel!' replies the young lady, while she lays down her book with affected indifference, or momentary shame. 'It is only Cecilia, or Camilla, or Belinda'; or, in short, only some work in which the greatest powers of the mind are displayed, in which the most thorough knowledge of human nature, the happiest delineation of its varieties, the liveliest effusions of wit and humour, are conveyed to the world in the best–chosen language."</p><p>This is the story of Camilla, her beloved but selfish brother Lionel, her sisters Eugenia and Lavinia, and their extremely beautiful but thoughtless cousin Indiana on the months proceeding their marriages. Camilla is deeply in love with Edgar and he loves her back. However, on the advice of a friend, decides to make sure that she is free of fault. She has the luck to find herself in lot of uncomplimentary and comic situations which doesn't make Edgar's wish easy. Meanwhile, Camilla, on the advice of her father, is trying to make sure that Edgar really loves her before marrying him. Will they marry at the end? And will her sisters and cousin be happy? If you want to know the answers to these questions, and many more, please read the book. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/camilla-by-fanny-burney/ |
p camilla frances burney s third novel became popular upon publication 1796 jane austen referred it among novels novel northanger abbey p p and reading miss oh novel replies young lady lays book affected indifference momentary shame it cecilia camilla belinda or short work greatest powers mind displayed thorough knowledge human nature happiest delineation varieties liveliest effusions wit humour conveyed world best chosen language p p this story camilla beloved selfish brother lionel sisters eugenia lavinia extremely beautiful thoughtless cousin indiana months proceeding marriages camilla deeply love edgar loves back however advice friend decides make sure free fault luck find lot uncomplimentary comic situations make edgar s wish easy meanwhile camilla advice father trying make sure edgar really loves marrying him marry end sisters cousin happy want know answers questions many more please read book summary stav nisser p |
| 3451 |
3434 |
3850 |
Steps to Christ |
Ellen G. White |
*Non-fiction, History , Religion |
<p>Ellen Gould White (1827 - 1915) was a prolific Christian writer, authoring 40 books in her lifetime. She was active in the Millerite movement, and was one of the principle founders of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.\nSteps to Christ, first published in 1892, is her most popular book. It has been translated into more than 70 languages. The theme of the book is how to come to know Christ better. (Summary by Donald Hines)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/steps-to-christ-by-ellen-white/ |
p ellen gould white 1827 1915 prolific christian writer authoring 40 books lifetime active millerite movement one principle founders seventh day adventist church steps christ first published 1892 popular book translated 70 languages theme book come know christ better summary donald hines p |
| 3452 |
3435 |
3851 |
Snow-Flakes |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), Nature |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Snow-Flakes by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 20th, 2009.<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/snow-flakes-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings snow flakes henry wadsworth longfellow weekly poetry project december 20th 2009 br br |
| 3453 |
3436 |
3852 |
Familie Pfäffling |
Agnes Sapper |
Children's Fiction, Family Life, General Fiction |
<p>Humorvolle Geschichte einer Musikerfamilie mit sieben Kindern zu Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts (Summary by Wolfgang)</p> |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/die-familie-pfaffling-by-agnes-sapper/ |
p humorvolle geschichte einer musikerfamilie mit sieben kindern zu anfang des 20 jahrhunderts summary wolfgang p |
| 3454 |
3437 |
3853 |
Hero and Leander |
George Chapman |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
“Who ever lov’d, that lov’d not at first sight?”<br/><br/>\nThe wonder-decade of the English drama was suddenly interrupted in 1592, when serious plague broke out in London, forcing the closure of the theatres. Leading playwrights took to penning languorously erotic poetry to make ends meet: so we have Venus and Adonis, The Rape of Lucrece - and Marlowe’s blazing masterpiece, Hero and Leander.<br/><br/>\nMarlowe’s poem became more notorious than either of Shakespeare’s, due not only to its homophile provocations but also to the scandal attaching to every aspect of Marlowe’s brief life, violently ended in a mysterious brawl, leaving the poem in an unfinished state.<br/><br/>\nThe edition read here includes the wonderful continuation by George Chapman, a versatile playwright: tragedian as well as author of Jonsonian metropolitan comedies: in short, an all-round literary craftsman, whose Homer translation was famously admired by Keats. Chapman excels in extended allegory, but also in pithiest epigram –<br/><br/>\n“Love is a golden bubble, full of dreams,<br/>\nThat waking breaks, and fills us with extremes.”\n<br/><br/>\nAll these playwrights come from the generation of grammar-school alumni raised on the secular curriculum of Latin poetry: above all, Ovid – the source of the story of Hero and Leander, and their “love-death” in the Hellespont.<br/>\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1593 |
https://librivox.org/hero-and-leander-by-christopher-marlowe-and-george-chapman/ |
who ever lov d lov d first sight br br wonder decade english drama suddenly interrupted 1592 serious plague broke london forcing closure theatres leading playwrights took penning languorously erotic poetry make ends meet venus adonis rape lucrece marlowe s blazing masterpiece hero leander br br marlowe s poem became notorious either shakespeare s due homophile provocations also scandal attaching every aspect marlowe s brief life violently ended mysterious brawl leaving poem unfinished state br br edition read includes wonderful continuation george chapman versatile playwright tragedian well author jonsonian metropolitan comedies short all round literary craftsman whose homer translation famously admired keats chapman excels extended allegory also pithiest epigram br br love golden bubble full dreams br waking breaks fills us extremes br br playwrights come generation grammar school alumni raised secular curriculum latin poetry all ovid source story hero leander love death hellespont br summary martin geeson br br |
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3438 |
3854 |
Arabic Hidden Words |
Bahá'u'lláh |
Other religions |
<p>Kalimát-i-Maknúnih or The Hidden Words is a book written in Baghdad around 1857 by Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith. This work is written partly in Arabic and partly in Persian. The Hidden Words is written in the form of a collection of short utterances, 71 in Arabic and 82 in Persian, in which Bahá'u'lláh claims to have taken the basic essence of certain spiritual truths and written them in brief form. Bahá'ís are advised by `Abdu'l-Bahá, the son of Bahá'u'lláh to read them every day and every night and to implement its latent wisdom into their daily lives. He also said that The Hidden Words is a treasury of divine mysteries" and that when one ponders its contents, "the doors of the mysteries will open."<br><br>The text of the Hidden Words is divided up into two sections: one from Arabic, and another from Persian. Each consist of several short, numbered passages. The Arabic has 71 passages, and the Persian has 82. This audiobook only contains the Arabic section. Each passage begins with an invocation, many of which repeat. Some common invocations include "O Son of Spirit", "O Son of Man", and "O Son of Being". Bahá'í prayers are written in the first person of humanity, so that the reader can feel like they are having a conversation with God. The Hidden Words are written in the first person of God, so that the reader feels like God is speaking to them. In 1903, Mr. Hussein Rouhy translated the Arabic portion of the Hidden Words, which appeared in Myron Phelps' "Life and Teachings of Abbas Effendi". Phelps' writes that "Mr. Rouhy furnished me with literal translations from the original Arabic and Persian. In order to avoid obscurities and forms of expression and figures of speech unfamiliar to Western readers, these have been somewhat modified in form; but in all cases without departure, I think, from the meaning of the originals." It should be noted that this translation was superceded by the more masterful, authorized translation of Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith, which has not yet entered the public domain. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-arabic-hidden-words-by-bahaullah/ |
p kalimát i maknúnih hidden words book written baghdad around 1857 bahá u lláh founder bahá í faith work written partly arabic partly persian hidden words written form collection short utterances 71 arabic 82 persian bahá u lláh claims taken basic essence certain spiritual truths written brief form bahá ís advised abdu l bahá son bahá u lláh read every day every night implement latent wisdom daily lives also said hidden words treasury divine mysteries one ponders contents the doors mysteries open br br the text hidden words divided two sections one arabic another persian consist several short numbered passages arabic 71 passages persian 82 audiobook contains arabic section passage begins invocation many repeat common invocations include o son spirit o son man o son being bahá í prayers written first person humanity reader feel like conversation god hidden words written first person god reader feels like god speaking them 1903 mr hussein rouhy translated arabic portion hidden words appeared myron phelps life teachings abbas effendi phelps writes mr rouhy furnished literal translations original arabic persian order avoid obscurities forms expression figures speech unfamiliar western readers somewhat modified form cases without departure think meaning originals noted translation superceded masterful authorized translation shoghi effendi guardian bahá í faith yet entered public domain adapted wikipedia p |
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3439 |
3855 |
Hidden Places |
Bertrand W. Sinclair |
General Fiction |
<p>Hollister, returning home from the war physically scarred but otherwise healthy and intact, finds life difficult among society, and so chooses to roam about a bit seeking a future for himself. He eventually leads himself to a remote area in British Columbia, which begins the tale of the next phase of his life; a life which becomes far richer in totality than he would have imagined in his old unwelcoming haunts. A life among the hidden places. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-hidden-places-by-bertrand-sinclair/ |
p hollister returning home war physically scarred otherwise healthy intact finds life difficult among society chooses roam bit seeking future himself eventually leads remote area british columbia begins tale next phase life life becomes far richer totality would imagined old unwelcoming haunts life among hidden places summary roger melin p |
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3440 |
3856 |
Romance of an Old Fool |
Roswell Field |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>A light-hearted account of a successful middle aged widower who chances to visit the small town in which he grew up to renew old acquaintances and perhaps reflect on his successes since his departure.<br /><br>This visit, however, becomes far more to him than he would have imagined, as he finds that one of his dearest childhood girlfriends had died not long after his departure, and the widower envisions a relationship with none other than her daughter, who he senses to be her mother incarnate. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-an-old-fool-by-roswell-field/ |
p a light hearted account successful middle aged widower chances visit small town grew renew old acquaintances perhaps reflect successes since departure br br this visit however becomes far would imagined finds one dearest childhood girlfriends died long departure widower envisions relationship none daughter senses mother incarnate summary roger melin p |
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3447 |
3863 |
Lisbeth Longfrock or Sidsel Sidsærkin |
Hans Aanrud |
Children's Fiction, Family |
<p>Lisbeth Longfrock - (Sidsel Sidsærkin in its original Norwegian) was seen by the author as a book written for adults, telling the story of a young girl growing up in a farming district in a steep-sided Norwegian Valley. First written when the author's daughter was 8 years old so she would know about his childhood spent in similar surroundings, living on a farm and spending summer in charge of the cows and goats on the mountain pastures. (Summary by Annise)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/lisbeth-longfrock-or-sidsel-sidsaerkin-by-hans-aanrud/ |
p lisbeth longfrock sidsel sidsærkin original norwegian seen author book written adults telling story young girl growing farming district steep sided norwegian valley first written author s daughter 8 years old would know childhood spent similar surroundings living farm spending summer charge cows goats mountain pastures summary annise p |
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3619 |
4049 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 021 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.<br><br />\n"Die Schrecken der deutschen Sprache" übersetzt von Gregor Blazewski</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-021-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br die schrecken der deutschen sprache übersetzt von gregor blazewski p |
| 3460 |
3441 |
3857 |
Bel Ami, or The History of a Scoundrel |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction |
<p>“He had faith in his good fortune, in that power of attraction which he felt within him - a power so irresistible that all women yielded to it.”<br><br>Though firmly set in 1880s Paris, Maupassant's gripping story of an amoral journalist on the make could, with only slight modifications of detail, be updated to the 1960s, to the Reagan-Thatcher years, or maybe to the present day. Anti-hero Georges Duroy is a down-at-heel ex-soldier of no particular talent. Good-looking but somewhat lacking in self-confidence, he discovers an ability to control and exploit women - whereupon his career in journalism takes off, fuelled by the corruption of colleagues and government arrivistes. He may be a provincial Don Juan, but he is neither accident-prone nor heading for a fall...<br><br>A Hollywood screen adaptation is in preparation at the time of recording.\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/bel-ami-or-the-history-of-a-scoundrel-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
p he faith good fortune power attraction felt within power irresistible women yielded it br br though firmly set 1880s paris maupassant s gripping story amoral journalist make could slight modifications detail updated 1960s reagan thatcher years maybe present day anti hero georges duroy down at heel ex soldier particular talent good looking somewhat lacking self confidence discovers ability control exploit women whereupon career journalism takes off fuelled corruption colleagues government arrivistes may provincial juan neither accident prone heading fall br br a hollywood screen adaptation preparation time recording summary martin geeson p |
| 3461 |
3442 |
3858 |
Bible (KJV) 06: Joshua |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>The history of the Israelites from the death of Moses to the death of Joshua. (Summary by Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/joshua-king-james-version/ |
p the history israelites death moses death joshua summary joy chan p |
| 3462 |
3443 |
3859 |
War and Peace, Book 15: 1812-1813 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels. </p>War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p>Note: The novel is split up in 15 books and two epilogues. This is the recording of book fifteen, which covers events in the year 1812-1813. The recording of the next book is in progress. The project thread can be found <a href="http://forum.librivox.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=23955" rel="nofollow">here</a>. The recording of book fourteen can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-14-1812-by-leo-tolstoy/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-15-1812-1813-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p note novel split 15 books two epilogues recording book fifteen covers events year 1812 1813 recording next book progress project thread found a href http forum librivox org viewtopic php f 9 t 23955 rel nofollow here a recording book fourteen found a href http librivox org war and peace book 14 1812 by leo tolstoy rel nofollow here a p |
| 3463 |
3444 |
3860 |
Tiruppavai |
Andal |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>The Tiruppavai is a collection of thirty stanzas (paasuram) in Tamil written by Andal, in praise of the God Tirumal or Vishnu. It is part of Divya Prabandha, a work of the twelve Alvars, and is important in Tamil literature. <br>(Summary from Wikipedia)\n<br></br>\nஆண்டாள் அருளிச்செய்தத் திருப்பாவை\n\nபன்னிரண்டு ஆழ்வார்களில் ஒரே பெண் ஆழ்வாரான ஆண்டாள் (சூடிக்கொடுத்த சுடர்கொடி), திருமாலையே எண்ணி இயற்றிய இந்நூல் முப்பது பாசுரங்களைக் கொண்டது. பன்னிரண்டு ஆழ்வார்களின் தொகுப்பான திவ்யப்பிரபந்தத்தின் ஒரு முக்கியப் பகுதியாகவும், தமிழ் இலக்கியத்தில் மிக முக்கியமான நூலாகவும் இந்நூல் விளங்குகிறது.\nதிருமாலுக்கு உகந்த மாதமான மார்கழி மாதத்தில் அவருக்கு செய்வனவற்றைப் பக்தியுடன் செய்து வந்தால் அத்தனை அருளும் நம்மை வந்து சேரும் என்பது ஆண்டாளின் நம்பிக்கை. இதனால், காலையில் திருமாலை வேண்ட, உறங்கிக் கொண்டிருந்தத் தன் தோழிகளையும் இப்பாடல்களைப் பாடியே எழுப்பித் தன்னுடன் குளத்தில் குளிக்கவும், மலர்களைச் சேகரிக்கவும், மாலையாய்த் தொடுக்கவும், திருமாலைத் தரிசிக்கவும் அழைத்துச் சென்றார், ஆண்டாள்.\nமார்கழி மாதத்தின் போது கன்னிப் பெண்கள் இன்னமும் இந்தப் பாடல்களைப் பாடித்தான் தனக்கு ஒரு நல்ல வாழ்க்கை அமைய வேண்டும் என்று வேண்டுகிறார்கள்.\n(நீரு ஐயர் எழுதிய முகவுரை)</p> |
Tamil |
800 |
https://librivox.org/tiruppavai-by-andal/ |
p the tiruppavai collection thirty stanzas paasuram tamil written andal praise god tirumal vishnu part divya prabandha work twelve alvars important tamil literature br summary wikipedia br br ஆண ட ள அர ள ச ச ய தத த ர ப ப வ பன ன ரண ட ஆழ வ ர கள ல ஒர ப ண ஆழ வ ர ன ஆண ட ள ச ட க க ட த த ச டர க ட த ர ம ல ய எண ண இயற ற ய இந ந ல ம ப பத ப ச ரங கள க க ண டத பன ன ரண ட ஆழ வ ர கள ன த க ப ப ன த வ யப ப ரபந தத த ன ஒர ம க க யப பக த ய கவ ம தம ழ இலக க யத த ல ம க ம க க யம ன ந ல கவ ம இந ந ல வ ளங க க றத த ர ம ல க க உகந த ம தம ன ம ர கழ ம தத த ல அவர க க ச ய வனவற ற ப பக த ய டன ச ய த வந த ல அத தன அர ள ம நம ம வந த ச ர ம என பத ஆண ட ள ன நம ப க க இதன ல க ல ய ல த ர ம ல வ ண ட உறங க க க ண ட ர ந தத தன த ழ கள ய ம இப ப டல கள ப ப ட ய எழ ப ப த தன ன டன க ளத த ல க ள க கவ ம மலர கள ச ச கர க கவ ம ம ல ய ய த த ட க கவ ம த ர ம ல த தர ச க கவ ம அழ த த ச ச ன ற ர ஆண ட ள ம ர கழ ம தத த ன ப த கன ன ப ப ண கள இன னம ம இந தப ப டல கள ப ப ட த த ன தனக க ஒர நல ல வ ழ க க அம ய வ ண ட ம என ற வ ண ட க ற ர கள ந ர ஐயர எழ த ய ம கவ ர p |
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3861 |
Once on a Time (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
A. A. Milne |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>This version of the book is done as a Dramatic Reading with various people speaking each characters part.<br/><br/>\n\nWhen the King of Barodia receives a pair of seven-league boots as a birthday present, his habit of flying over the King of Euralia's castle during breakfast provokes a series of incidents which escalate into war. While the King of Euralia is away, his daughter Hyacinth tries to rule in his stead and counter the machiavellian ambitions of the king's favourite, the Countess Belvane. Ostensibly a typical fairytale, it tells the story of the war between the kingdoms of Euralia and Barodia and the political shenanigans which take place in Euralia in the king's absence. The book introduces us to a princess who is far from helpless; a prince who, whilst handsome, is also pompous and vain; an enchantment which is almost entirely humorous; a villain who is not entirely villainous and receives no real comeuppance; a good king who isn't always good; an evil king who isn't always evil, and so on. The result is a book which children may not enjoy as much as adults. The book was written by Milne partly for his wife, upon whom the character of the Countess Belvane was partially based. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narration: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>King Merriwig: <a href="http://www.techsmiths.blogspot.com/">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Princess Hyacinth: <a href="http://www.karenrsavage.com/blog/">Karen Savage</a><br>Countess Belvane: <a href="http://www.stanford.edu/~ceastman/">Catharine Eastman</a><br>Prince Udo: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=174">Peter Eastman</a><br>Duke Coronel: <a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=glenn simonsen">Glenn Simonsen</a><br>Wiggs: <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Woggs: <a href="http://www.karenrsavage.com/blog/">Karen Savage</a><br>King of Barodia: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2156">Roger Melin</a><br>Chancellor of Barodia: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4179">Robert Keiper</a><br>Chancellor of Euralia: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Fairy: <a href="http://neeruscribbles.blogspot.com/">Neeru Iyer</a><br>Old Woman: <a href="http://www.stanford.edu/~ceastman/">Catharine Eastman</a><br>Attendant: <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Carlo, Men of Euralia, Captain of Archers, Flunkey: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Lookout, Cautious voice, Messenger, Wizard, Sentry: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br/><br><strong>Proof Listening by:</strong> Joy Easton and <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a></p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/once-on-a-time-by-a-a-milne-2/ |
p this version book done dramatic reading various people speaking characters part br br king barodia receives pair seven league boots birthday present habit flying king euralia s castle breakfast provokes series incidents escalate war king euralia away daughter hyacinth tries rule stead counter machiavellian ambitions king s favourite countess belvane ostensibly typical fairytale tells story war kingdoms euralia barodia political shenanigans take place euralia king s absence book introduces us princess far helpless prince who whilst handsome also pompous vain enchantment almost entirely humorous villain entirely villainous receives real comeuppance good king always good evil king always evil on result book children may enjoy much adults book written milne partly wife upon character countess belvane partially based summary wikipedia p strong cast strong br p narration a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3912 bob neufeld a br king merriwig a href http www techsmiths blogspot com mark f smith a br princess hyacinth a href http www karenrsavage com blog karen savage a br countess belvane a href http www stanford edu ceastman catharine eastman a br prince udo a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 174 peter eastman a br duke coronel a href http www archive org search php query glenn simonsen glenn simonsen a br wiggs a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a br woggs a href http www karenrsavage com blog karen savage a br king barodia a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2156 roger melin a br chancellor barodia a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4179 robert keiper a br chancellor euralia a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 26 denny sayers a br fairy a href http neeruscribbles blogspot com neeru iyer a br old woman a href http www stanford edu ceastman catharine eastman a br attendant a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a br carlo men euralia captain archers flunkey a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br lookout cautious voice messenger wizard sentry a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br br strong audio edited by strong a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br br strong proof listening by strong joy easton a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a p |
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3446 |
3862 |
Far From The Madding Crowd, version 2 |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
<p>Far From The Madding Crowd is Hardy's fourth novel. It centres on the lives of five characters: Gabriel Oak, Bathsheba Everdene, Mr Boldwood, Sgt. Troy and Fanny Robin. The plot involves love, loyalty, death and betrayal and all this is delivered to us in Hardy's most eloquent prose. The images of character and nature are painted for our mind's eye with sublime style. Finally, but not least, Hardy's use of the Greek chorus is unsurpassed in injecting comedy and nudging the story along. (Summary by Tadhg Hynes)</p>\nProof-Listeners: Joy Easton & Betty M.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/far-from-the-madding-crowd-by-thomas-hardy-2/ |
p far madding crowd hardy s fourth novel centres lives five characters gabriel oak bathsheba everdene mr boldwood sgt troy fanny robin plot involves love loyalty death betrayal delivered us hardy s eloquent prose images character nature painted mind s eye sublime style finally least hardy s use greek chorus unsurpassed injecting comedy nudging story along summary tadhg hynes p proof listeners joy easton betty m p |
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3448 |
3864 |
French Revolution |
Hilaire Belloc |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>“It is, for that matter, self-evident that if one community decides in one fashion, another, also sovereign, in the opposite fashion, both cannot be right. Reasoning men have also protested, and justly, against the conception that what a majority in numbers, or even (what is more compelling still) a unanimity of decision in a community may order, may not only be wrong but may be something which that community has no authority to order since, though it possesses a civil and temporal authority, it acts against that ultimate authority which is its own consciousness of right. Men may and do justly protest against the doctrine that a community is incapable of doing deliberate evil; it is as capable of such an action as is an individual. But men nowhere do or can deny that the community acting as it thinks right is ultimately sovereign: there is no alternative to so plain a truth.”\n- Hilaire Belloc<p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-french-revolution-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
p it is matter self evident one community decides one fashion another also sovereign opposite fashion cannot right reasoning men also protested justly conception majority numbers even what compelling still unanimity decision community may order may wrong may something community authority order since though possesses civil temporal authority acts ultimate authority consciousness right men may justly protest doctrine community incapable deliberate evil capable action individual men nowhere deny community acting thinks right ultimately sovereign alternative plain truth hilaire belloc p |
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3449 |
3865 |
League of the Scarlet Pimpernel |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Written by Baroness Orczy and first published in 1919, The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a sequel book to the classic adventure tale, The Scarlet Pimpernel. The book consists of eleven short stories about Sir Percy Blakeney's exploits in rescuing various aristos and French citizens from the clutches of the guillotine. The stories which are listed below, are set in 1793 but appear in no particular order. They occasionally refer to events in other books in the series. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-league-of-the-scarlet-pimpernel-by-baroness-orczy/ |
written baroness orczy first published 1919 league scarlet pimpernel sequel book classic adventure tale scarlet pimpernel book consists eleven short stories sir percy blakeney s exploits rescuing various aristos french citizens clutches guillotine stories listed below set 1793 appear particular order occasionally refer events books series summary wikipedia p |
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3450 |
3866 |
Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Volume I |
Horatio Nelson |
Memoirs |
<P>Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronté, KB (29 September 1758 – 21 October 1805) was an English flag officer famous for his service in the Royal Navy, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. He won several victories, including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, during which he was killed. These are the letters that he wrote to Lady Hamilton, with whom he was having a notorious affair until his death in 1805. (Summary by Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-lord-nelson-to-lady-hamilton-volume-i-by-horatio-nelson/ |
p horatio nelson 1st viscount nelson 1st duke bronté kb 29 september 1758 21 october 1805 english flag officer famous service royal navy particularly napoleonic wars several victories including battle trafalgar 1805 killed letters wrote lady hamilton notorious affair death 1805 summary wikipedia p |
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3867 |
Blithedale Romance |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
General Fiction |
The Blithedale Romance is the story of four principal characters who work with -- and sometimes against -- each other on Blithedale, a communal farm antecedent to those that sprang up later in the 1960s, and similar to one on which Hawthorne himself lived in 1841. These communes arose out of the pressures on society and the individual brought by the Industrial Revolution. Some were organized around religious philosophies, some were secular. Among the secularists, the Transcendental movement mentioned in the novel espoused the idea that the individual's intuition, rather than religious dogma, was the true path to spiritual enlightenment. Our four characters, like so many who fled to these communes, struggle to free mankind from bondage as they struggle with the unaccustomed day-to-day tasks of farm life. But they are plagued by a mystery that follows them from the world, and ultimately leads to tragedy. (Summary by Christine Dufour)<p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-blithedale-romance-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
blithedale romance story four principal characters work sometimes blithedale communal farm antecedent sprang later 1960s similar one hawthorne lived 1841 communes arose pressures society individual brought industrial revolution organized around religious philosophies secular among secularists transcendental movement mentioned novel espoused idea individual s intuition rather religious dogma true path spiritual enlightenment four characters like many fled communes struggle free mankind bondage struggle unaccustomed day to day tasks farm life plagued mystery follows world ultimately leads tragedy summary christine dufour p |
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3868 |
On War (Volume 1) |
Carl von Clausewitz |
Political Science, Early Modern |
<P>A classic work on military strategy by a veteran of the Napoleonic Wars. The author's style is dialectical: he makes two strong but opposing statements and then draws them together to describe many facets of war. Free of technical jargon, and suitable for modern readers. This audiobook is based on a 1909 English translation.</P>\nIn section 2, the reader Timothy Ferguson was assisted by <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3675">Linda Ferguson</a>.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/on-war-by-carl-von-clausewitz/ |
p a classic work military strategy veteran napoleonic wars author s style dialectical makes two strong opposing statements draws together describe many facets war free technical jargon suitable modern readers audiobook based 1909 english translation p section 2 reader timothy ferguson assisted a href http dev librivox org reader 3675 linda ferguson a p |
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3453 |
3869 |
Afke's tiental |
Nienke van Hichtum |
General |
<P><i>Afke's tiental</i> verhaalt over de dagelijkse belevenissen van een arm gezin met tien kinderen, dat rond 1900 op het Friese platteland leefde. Door de zorgzaamheid van moeder Afke werd het ondanks de armoede een gelukkig gezin, waarin men heel veel voor elkaar over had.<BR>Dit kinderboek is gebaseerd op het leven van Harmke Feenstra-Tuinstra uit het dorp Warga. Haar oudste dochter was dienstmeisje bij de auteur, Nienke van Hichtum.<BR><BR>Classic Dutch children's book, read in Dutch, about a family with ten children.</p> |
Dutch |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/afkes-tiental-door-nienke-van-hichtum/ |
p i afke s tiental i verhaalt de dagelijkse belevenissen van een arm gezin met tien kinderen dat rond 1900 op het friese platteland leefde door de zorgzaamheid van moeder afke werd het ondanks de armoede een gelukkig gezin waarin men heel veel voor elkaar had br dit kinderboek gebaseerd op het leven van harmke feenstra tuinstra uit het dorp warga haar oudste dochter dienstmeisje bij de auteur nienke van hichtum br br classic dutch children s book read dutch family ten children p |
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3620 |
4050 |
Short Poetry Collection 086 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of February 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-086-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month february 2010 p |
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3454 |
3870 |
By Pike and Dyke |
G. A. Henty |
Historical |
It is the 1570's, and the people of the Netherlands live in terror under the cruel dominion of Spain. Though many long to be free of Spanish tyranny, efforts at rebellion are failing, and allies are nowhere to be found. Edward “Ned” Martin, son of an English captain and a Dutch lady, is thrust into the conflict when he resolves to help his mother’s people and avenge his murdered relatives. Entering the service of the revolutionary leader William the Silent, Prince of Orange, Ned is called upon to carry out dangerous secret missions deep within occupied territory. Through hairbreadth escapes, fierce sea fights, terrifying sieges, and daring rescues, Ned becomes a witness to the inspiring and heartbreaking events of the rise of the Dutch republic. (Summary by D. Leeson)<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/by-pike-and-dyke-by-g-a-henty/ |
1570 s people netherlands live terror cruel dominion spain though many long free spanish tyranny efforts rebellion failing allies nowhere found edward ned martin son english captain dutch lady thrust conflict resolves help mother s people avenge murdered relatives entering service revolutionary leader william silent prince orange ned called upon carry dangerous secret missions deep within occupied territory hairbreadth escapes fierce sea fights terrifying sieges daring rescues ned becomes witness inspiring heartbreaking events rise dutch republic summary d leeson p |
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3455 |
3871 |
St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1 |
George MacDonald |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
’St. George and St. Michael’ is a little-known historical romance telling the story of a young couple who find themselves on opposing sides during the tumultuous years of the English Civil Wars.<br/><br/>\n\nTensions are rising between king and parliament, the Church of England and the numerous independent puritans, and rumours abound that Charles I will soon declare open war on the dissident elements within his realm. Seventeen-year-old Dorothy Vaughan knows little of the brewing conflict, yet is sure that her loyalty must be with her king and her nation. When she challenges her childhood friend, Richard Heywood, to prove himself a man and so worthy of winning her hand in marriage by becoming involved in the larger events that surround them, he finds that his convictions – both political and spiritual – lie with his father’s and the puritans. Determined to do what he believes is right, Richard finds that he cannot shake his immovable conscience, even for the woman he loves.<br/><br/>\n\nThough it is, for the most part, a realistic novel, ‘St. George and St. Michael’ is not without either the otherwordly atmosphere of the fantastic or the rich spiritual depth that characterises so much of MacDonald’s writing. (Summary by Jordan)<br /><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-2-by-george-macdonald/" target="_blank">Volume 2</a></p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-1-by-george-macdonald/ |
st george st michael little known historical romance telling story young couple find opposing sides tumultuous years english civil wars br br tensions rising king parliament church england numerous independent puritans rumours abound charles soon declare open war dissident elements within realm seventeen year old dorothy vaughan knows little brewing conflict yet sure loyalty must king nation challenges childhood friend richard heywood prove man worthy winning hand marriage becoming involved larger events surround them finds convictions political spiritual lie father s puritans determined believes right richard finds cannot shake immovable conscience even woman loves br br though is part realistic novel st george st michael without either otherwordly atmosphere fantastic rich spiritual depth characterises much macdonald s writing summary jordan br br a href https librivox org st george and st michael volume 2 by george macdonald target _blank volume 2 a p |
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3456 |
3872 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 020 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-020-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3476 |
3457 |
3873 |
Winter (Shakespeare) |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Winter by William Shakespeare. This poem is from "Love's Labour's Lost". This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 27th, 2009.</p>. |
English |
1598 |
https://librivox.org/winter-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings winter william shakespeare poem love s labour s lost fortnightly poetry project december 27th 2009 p |
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3458 |
3874 |
Handbook of the Kavirondo Language - Part III - Dholuo Phrase Book |
Fathers of St. Joseph's Society |
Language learning |
<p>Kenyan Luo (also known as "Dholuo") belongs to the Luo grouping within the Western Nilotic grouping of the Nilo-Saharan language family. It is spoken by the Luo people of Kenya and Tanzania, numbering about 3 million, who occupy parts of the eastern shore of Lake Victoria and areas south of there. It is used for broadcasts on KBC (Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, formerly the Voice of Kenya) and Radio Ramogi. Dholuo is closely related to Lango, Acholi and Dhopadhola of Uganda. It is not to be confused with the fellow Western Nilotic language Luwo (spoken in Sudan); in addition, both of the aforementioned languages Lango and Acholi have the alternative names Lwo or Lwoo. A Handbook of the Kavirondo Language, published in Nairobi in 1920 by "Some Fathers of St. Joseph's Society", is one of the earliest written accounts of the Dholuo language. The authors wrote: "The language treated in this Grammar is spoken by a tribe inhabiting a great part of Kavirondo. On the north they border on the Mumias people and on the south on the Kisii. It is beyond our scope here to give a history of their settlement in the country round about Victoria Nyanza. The people speaking this language call themselves "Luo", hence the language is called "Dholuo" (Cf. Grammer, page 15). As many "Luo", especially the younger generation, go down the line for work, the demand for a grammar and vocabulary has increased of late. To comply with this demand, and after many earnest requests, we decided to have this grammer printed... Our trouble will be amply repaid if this book proves useful to those interested in the study of "Dholuo"." This audiobook contains Part III of A Handbook of the Kavirondo Language - Dholuo Phrase Book.<br><br>(Adapted from Wikipedia and the Introduction to A Handbook of the Kavirondo Language)</p> |
Dholuo/Luo |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-handbook-of-the-kavirondo-language-part-iii-dholuo-phrase-book-by-fathers-of-st-josephs-society/ |
p kenyan luo also known dholuo belongs luo grouping within western nilotic grouping nilo saharan language family spoken luo people kenya tanzania numbering 3 million occupy parts eastern shore lake victoria areas south there used broadcasts kbc kenya broadcasting corporation formerly voice kenya radio ramogi dholuo closely related lango acholi dhopadhola uganda confused fellow western nilotic language luwo spoken sudan addition aforementioned languages lango acholi alternative names lwo lwoo handbook kavirondo language published nairobi 1920 some fathers st joseph s society one earliest written accounts dholuo language authors wrote the language treated grammar spoken tribe inhabiting great part kavirondo north border mumias people south kisii beyond scope give history settlement country round victoria nyanza people speaking language call luo hence language called dholuo cf grammer page 15 many luo especially younger generation go line work demand grammar vocabulary increased late comply demand many earnest requests decided grammer printed trouble amply repaid book proves useful interested study dholuo audiobook contains part iii handbook kavirondo language dholuo phrase book br br adapted wikipedia introduction handbook kavirondo language p |
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3459 |
3875 |
Spell of the Yukon |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Spell of the Yukon by Robert W. Service. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 27th, 2009.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-spell-of-the-yukon-by-robert-w-service/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings spell yukon robert w service fortnightly poetry project december 27th 2009 p |
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3460 |
3876 |
Belinda |
Maria Edgeworth |
General Fiction |
When Belinda was published in 1801, it became both controversial and popular. Controversial because of the inter-racial marriage presented in the novel, and popular because it's a very good comedy of manners, like Evelina by Fanny Burney. Belinda, like Evelina, is a soft and loving girl of 17, is coming to London with her aunt who directs her action in order to make sure that she'll find a good match. But what will happen if Belinda will fall in love? Will Clarence Hervey, the man she loves, be able to marry her? It seems almost impossible, as he is secretly bringing up another woman to be a perfect wife to him and now, in all honor, he thinks he must marry her. These social novels about young women trying to find good husbands were admired by Jane Austen who referred to Belinda, among other novels, in her own novel Northanger Abbey: “'And what are you reading, Miss — ?' 'Oh! It is only a novel!' replies the young lady, while she lays down her book with affected indifference, or momentary shame. 'It is only Cecilia, or Camilla, or Belinda'; or, in short, only some work in which the greatest powers of the mind are displayed, in which the most thorough knowledge of human nature, the happiest delineation of its varieties, the liveliest effusions of wit and humour, are conveyed to the world in the best–chosen language." (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/belinda-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
belinda published 1801 became controversial popular controversial inter racial marriage presented novel popular good comedy manners like evelina fanny burney belinda like evelina soft loving girl 17 coming london aunt directs action order make sure she ll find good match happen belinda fall love clarence hervey man loves able marry her seems almost impossible secretly bringing another woman perfect wife now honor thinks must marry her social novels young women trying find good husbands admired jane austen referred belinda among novels novel northanger abbey and reading miss oh novel replies young lady lays book affected indifference momentary shame it cecilia camilla belinda or short work greatest powers mind displayed thorough knowledge human nature happiest delineation varieties liveliest effusions wit humour conveyed world best chosen language summary stav nisser p |
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3466 |
3883 |
Anatomy of the Human Body, Part 5 (Gray's Anatomy) |
Henry Gray |
Medical |
<p>Henry Gray's classic anatomy textbook was first published in 1858 and has been in continuous publication ever since, revised and expanded through many successive editions. This recording is of the public-domain 1918 US edition (some information may be outdated). The illustrations can be found in the online text at bartleby.com. For the Librivox recording, we have divided the book into five parts. Part 5 includes Splanchnology and Surface Anatomy and Markings. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anatomy-of-the-human-body-part-5-by-henry-gray/ |
p henry gray s classic anatomy textbook first published 1858 continuous publication ever since revised expanded many successive editions recording public domain 1918 us edition some information may outdated illustrations found online text bartleby com librivox recording divided book five parts part 5 includes splanchnology surface anatomy markings summary laurie anne walden p |
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3461 |
3877 |
Old Curiosity Shop (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Written in the years 1840 to 1841, when Dickens was twenty-eight years old, this is a ‘Road’ tale in the very best tradition. Little Nell Trent and her Grandfather are the main characters, who secretly set off from their home under cover of night, to escape the wicked dwarf Quilp. Pursued across England, their adventures lead them through poverty stricken city areas where several destitute people offer them aid on their way, into the countryside where they meet the strange, colorful, and sometimes menacing characters for which Dickens is so well known. Grandfather’s mind begins to wander, and he leans even more for help on Nell, who herself is feeling ill and weak. Eventually they reach a safe pasture with a kind gentleman and think their troubles may be over, but heart-breaking tragedy strikes.\n(Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-curiosity-shop-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
written years 1840 1841 dickens twenty eight years old road tale best tradition little nell trent grandfather main characters secretly set home cover night escape wicked dwarf quilp pursued across england adventures lead poverty stricken city areas several destitute people offer aid way countryside meet strange colorful sometimes menacing characters dickens well known grandfather s mind begins wander leans even help nell feeling ill weak eventually reach safe pasture kind gentleman think troubles may over heart breaking tragedy strikes summary mil nicholson p |
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3462 |
3879 |
Hedda Gabler |
Henrik Ibsen |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Plays |
<p>Hedda Gabler is a play first published in 1890 by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. In it, Hedda Gabler, daughter of an aristocratic General, has just returned from her honeymoon with George Tesman, an aspiring young academic, reliable but not brilliant, who has combined research with their honeymoon. The reappearance of Tesman's academic rival, Eilert Lovborg, throws their lives into disarray. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by wildemoose)<p><br><br><strong>Characters:</strong><br><br>\n<em>George Tesman</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\n<em>Hedda Tesman, his wife</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\n<em>Miss Juliana Tesman, his aunt</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\n<em>Mrs. Elvsted</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n<em>Judge Brack</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4645">Joe Bly</a><br>\n<em>Eilbert Loveborg</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3433">Bob Sherman</a><br>\n<em>Berta, servant at the Tesmans</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>\n<em>Narrator|Stage Directions</em> - Read by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4147">Availle</a><br><br>\nDirector|File Editor - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a></p>\n |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/hedda-gabler-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
p hedda gabler play first published 1890 norwegian playwright henrik ibsen it hedda gabler daughter aristocratic general returned honeymoon george tesman aspiring young academic reliable brilliant combined research honeymoon reappearance tesman s academic rival eilert lovborg throws lives disarray summary adapted wikipedia wildemoose p br br strong characters strong br br em george tesman em read a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br em hedda tesman wife em read a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br em miss juliana tesman aunt em read a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br em mrs elvsted em read a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br em judge brack em read a href http librivox org reader 4645 joe bly a br em eilbert loveborg em read a href http librivox org reader 3433 bob sherman a br em berta servant tesmans em read a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br em narrator stage directions em read a href http librivox org reader 4147 availle a br br director file editor a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a p |
| 3483 |
3463 |
3880 |
First Book of Adam and Eve |
Rutherford Hayes Platt |
Religion |
<p><i>The Conflict of Adam and Eve with Satan</i> is a Christian pseudepigraphical work found in Ge'ez, translated from an Arabic original and thought to date from the 5th or 6th century AD. It was first translated from the Ethiopic version into German by August Dillmann. It was first translated into English by S. C. Malan from the German of Ernest Trumpp. The first half of Malan's translation is included as the "First Book of Adam and Eve" and the "Second Book of Adam and Eve" in The Lost Books of the Bible and the Forgotten Books of Eden. Books 1 and 2 begin immediately after the expulsion from the Garden of Eden and end with the testament and translation of Enoch. Great emphasis is placed in Book 1 on Adam's sorrow and helplessness in the world outside the garden. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-book-of-adam-and-eve-by-rutherford-hayes-platt/ |
p i the conflict adam eve satan i christian pseudepigraphical work found ge ez translated arabic original thought date 5th 6th century ad first translated ethiopic version german august dillmann first translated english s c malan german ernest trumpp first half malan s translation included first book adam eve second book adam eve lost books bible forgotten books eden books 1 2 begin immediately expulsion garden eden end testament translation enoch great emphasis placed book 1 adam s sorrow helplessness world outside garden summary wikipedia p |
| 3484 |
3464 |
3881 |
Tom Sawyer, Detective |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Tom Sawyer, Detective is an 1896 novel by Mark Twain. It is a sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876), Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884), and Tom Sawyer Abroad (1894). Tom Sawyer attempts to solve a mysterious murder in this burlesque of the immensely popular detective novels of the time. Tom and Huck find themselves with Uncle Silas and his family again (see "Huck Finn"), and much of the drama ends up focusing on Uncle Silas. Like the two preceding novels, the story is told using the first-person narrative voice of Huck Finn. (Summary by Wikipedia & John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/tom-sawyer-detective-by-mark-twain/ |
tom sawyer detective 1896 novel mark twain sequel adventures tom sawyer 1876 adventures huckleberry finn 1884 tom sawyer abroad 1894 tom sawyer attempts solve mysterious murder burlesque immensely popular detective novels time tom huck find uncle silas family see huck finn much drama ends focusing uncle silas like two preceding novels story told using first person narrative voice huck finn summary wikipedia john greenman p |
| 3485 |
3465 |
3882 |
Regent |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>'The Regent' is, if not a sequel to 'The Card', then a 'Further Adventures of' the eponymous hero of that novel.<br /><br />Denry Machin is now forty-three and begins to feel that he is getting old, that making money and a happy home life are not enough and that he has lost his touch as the entrepreneur and entertainer of the 'Five Towns'.<br /><br />In fact, as he says to himself 'What I want is change - and a lot of it too!'. A chance meeting at the local theatre leads to his going to London and then... (Summary by A.J.M.)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-regent-by-arnold-bennett/ |
p the regent is sequel the card further adventures of eponymous hero novel br br denry machin forty three begins feel getting old making money happy home life enough lost touch entrepreneur entertainer five towns br br in fact says what want change lot too chance meeting local theatre leads going london then summary a j m p |
| 3486 |
3506 |
3927 |
On a Chinese Screen |
W. Somerset Maugham |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
This is a non-fiction collection of Maugham's observations of life in Asia in the early 20th Century. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/on-a-chinese-screen-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
non fiction collection maugham s observations life asia early 20th century summary bellonatimes p |
| 3487 |
3662 |
4094 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 009 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-009/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 3488 |
3467 |
3884 |
Man in Lower Ten |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction, Romance |
<p>Someone had to take the bank notes to Pittsburgh and take a statement from John Gilmore confirming that they were indeed forged. It was McKnight's turn to go, but he was bagging off because he wanted to spend the weekend visiting Alison West in Richmond. And so his law partner, Lawrence Blakeley, is left with no choice but to make the trip himself. All goes well at first, but on the train home, Blakeley wakes to find that the notes, along with his clothes, are missing from his sleeping berth. It was an eventful night. In addition to the theft, there's been a murder in the berth across, and when the weapon is found under Blakeley's pillow, he becomes one of the prime suspects. (Summary by MaryAnn)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-in-lower-ten-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
p someone take bank notes pittsburgh take statement john gilmore confirming indeed forged mcknight s turn go bagging wanted spend weekend visiting alison west richmond law partner lawrence blakeley left choice make trip himself goes well first train home blakeley wakes find notes along clothes missing sleeping berth eventful night addition theft there s murder berth across weapon found blakeley s pillow becomes one prime suspects summary maryann p |
| 3489 |
3468 |
3885 |
Story of Electricity |
John Munro |
*Non-fiction, History , Science |
<br />In the book's preface, the author writes: "Let anyone stop to consider how he individually would be affected if all electrical service were suddenly to cease, and he cannot fail to appreciate the claims of electricity to attentive study."<BR /><BR />In these days when we take for granted all kinds of technology - communications, entertainment, medical, military, industrial and domestic - it is interesting to learn what progress had been made in the fields of electricity and technology by the beginning of the 20th century.<BR /><BR />Including the dawn of hydro-electric power, the x-ray, the phonograph, the telephone and the wireless telegraph, this book explains the pioneering work of the men who made our modern world possible, and sets us wondering what the next century may bring - providing that we do not manage to destroy our planet in the meantime. <BR /><BR />The Gutenberg text of the 1915 edition (as recorded) does not have the benefit of the book's many diagrams. Also available, however, is an <a href="http://www.archive.org/stream/storyofelectrici00munriala#page/n5/mode/2up" target="_blank">online book scan</a> of the 1912 edition which includes the illustrations and coincides largely with the text recorded. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-electricity-by-john-munro/ |
br in book s preface author writes let anyone stop consider individually would affected electrical service suddenly cease cannot fail appreciate claims electricity attentive study br br in days take granted kinds technology communications entertainment medical military industrial domestic interesting learn progress made fields electricity technology beginning 20th century br br including dawn hydro electric power x ray phonograph telephone wireless telegraph book explains pioneering work men made modern world possible sets us wondering next century may bring providing manage destroy planet meantime br br the gutenberg text 1915 edition as recorded benefit book s many diagrams also available however a href http www archive org stream storyofelectrici00munriala page n5 mode 2up target _blank online book scan a 1912 edition includes illustrations coincides largely text recorded summary ruth golding br br |
| 3490 |
3469 |
3887 |
When You Are Old |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 29 recordings of <em>When You Are Old</em> by William Butler Yeats. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 3rd, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/when-you-are-old-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 29 recordings em when old em william butler yeats weekly poetry project january 3rd 2010 br br |
| 3491 |
3470 |
3888 |
Chestermarke Instinct |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
Bank manager John Hornbury is missing, as are securities and jewels from the bank’s vault. Gabriel Chestermarke and his nephew Joseph have unaccountably refused to call in the police to investigate the theft from their bank. When Betty Fosdyke shows up to visit her Uncle John, she finds it past belief that he would simply disappear – let alone that he would commit larceny. Unable to simply sit by and wait while a detective from Scotland Yard investigates, Betty elicits the help of the chief clerk at Chestermarke’s bank and launches into the middle of the mystery.(Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-chestermarke-instinct-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
bank manager john hornbury missing securities jewels bank s vault gabriel chestermarke nephew joseph unaccountably refused call police investigate theft bank betty fosdyke shows visit uncle john finds past belief would simply disappear let alone would commit larceny unable simply sit wait detective scotland yard investigates betty elicits help chief clerk chestermarke s bank launches middle mystery summary maryann p |
| 3492 |
3471 |
3889 |
Blindfolded |
Earle Ashley Walcott |
Detective Fiction |
Giles Dudley is called upon by his cousin Henry Wilton to assist him in San Francisco, but the reason for the summons is not at all clear. Dudley answers the summons, only to find himself immediately wrapped in the middle of mystery and intrigue, the roots and ends of which he is utterly unaware. He has been given to care for a mysterious young boy whom he hasn't even seen. His cousin has mysteriously disappeared. Dudley's role in the mystery has him convinced that as he goes about trying to assist his cousin with whatever it was he wanted to accomplish, he does so completely <i>blindfolded</i>. (Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/blindfolded-by-earle-ashley-walcott/ |
giles dudley called upon cousin henry wilton assist san francisco reason summons clear dudley answers summons find immediately wrapped middle mystery intrigue roots ends utterly unaware given care mysterious young boy even seen cousin mysteriously disappeared dudley s role mystery convinced goes trying assist cousin whatever wanted accomplish completely i blindfolded i summary roger melin p |
| 3493 |
3472 |
3890 |
Kleine Gedigten voor Kinderen |
Hieronymus van Alphen |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
Jantje zag eens pruimen hangen, o! als eieren zo groot, 't Scheen, dat Jantje zou gaan plukken, schoon zijn vader 't hem verbood.’ <br />‘Daar alleen kan liefde woonen, daar alleen is 't leven zoet, Waar men, blij en ongedwongen, voor elkander alles doet.’ <br />Twee citaten uit Proeve van Kleine Gedigten voor Kinderen. Van Alphen schreef voor zijn zonen drie dichtbundels (’Ziedaar, lieve wigtjes! Een bundel gedigtjes’) en gaf ze aanvankelijk anoniem uit. Deze bundels werden een groot succes, zijn tientallen malen herdrukt en zijn vertaald in het Frans, Duits, Engels, Fries en Maleis.<br /><br />Gelezen door: Bianca Kramer, Bart de Leeuw, Anna Simon en Peter Zinn.<br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/kleine-gedigten-voor-kinderen-by-mr-hieronymus-van-alphen/ |
jantje zag eens pruimen hangen o als eieren zo groot t scheen dat jantje zou gaan plukken schoon zijn vader t hem verbood br daar alleen kan liefde woonen daar alleen t leven zoet waar men blij en ongedwongen voor elkander alles doet br twee citaten uit proeve van kleine gedigten voor kinderen van alphen schreef voor zijn zonen drie dichtbundels ziedaar lieve wigtjes een bundel gedigtjes en gaf ze aanvankelijk anoniem uit deze bundels werden een groot succes zijn tientallen malen herdrukt en zijn vertaald het frans duits engels fries en maleis br br gelezen door bianca kramer bart de leeuw anna simon en peter zinn br br |
| 3494 |
3534 |
3957 |
Braune Märchen |
Alexander von Ungern-Sternberg |
Erotica |
Als Zutaten man nehme die »Kinder- und Hausmärchen« der Gebrüder Grimm und Boccaccios »Decameron«. Diese vermische man gründlich miteinander und heraus kommen Unger-Sternbergs »Braunen Märchen«. Diese kleine Sammlung erotischer Märchen, 1850 erschienen, fügte Ungern-Sternbergs Ruf bei seinen Zeitgenossen jedoch erheblichen Schaden zu. (Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/braune-maerchen-by-alexander-freiherr-von-ungern-sternberg/ |
als zutaten man nehme die kinder und hausmärchen der gebrüder grimm und boccaccios decameron diese vermische man gründlich miteinander und heraus kommen unger sternbergs braunen märchen diese kleine sammlung erotischer märchen 1850 erschienen fügte ungern sternbergs ruf bei seinen zeitgenossen jedoch erheblichen schaden zu wassermann p |
| 3495 |
3473 |
3891 |
20.000 Mijlen onder Zee |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Kapitein Nemo, de Nautilus en de mysterieuze diepten van de oceaan: Onvergetelijk. Kom mee op een avontuur langs de pracht van koraal en parels, de dreiging van haaien en reuze inktvissen, de wonderen van biologie en techniek, een reis van Antarctica naar Atlantis. Of we nu meegaan in een verhaal van het fantastische onbekende, een vertelling van het zwartste in de ziel van de mens, of een nieuwe interpretatie van de Odyssee van Homerus, we zullen allen genieten van een fantastische reis. Zeeziekte is optioneel. (samenvatting van Marlo Dianne) \nDit boek werd in het Nederlands in twee delen uitgegeven. Deel 1 (Oostelijk halfrond) bevatte de hoofdstukken 1 t/m 24 en in deel 2 (Westelijk halfrond) werden de hoofdstukken doorgenummerd: 25 t/m 47. Deze opname bevat alle hoofdstukken van beide delen.\nDe vertaler is onbekend.</p> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/20-000-mijlen-onder-zee-by-jules-verne/ |
kapitein nemo de nautilus en de mysterieuze diepten van de oceaan onvergetelijk kom mee op een avontuur langs de pracht van koraal en parels de dreiging van haaien en reuze inktvissen de wonderen van biologie en techniek een reis van antarctica naar atlantis nu meegaan een verhaal van het fantastische onbekende een vertelling van het zwartste de ziel van de mens een nieuwe interpretatie van de odyssee van homerus zullen allen genieten van een fantastische reis zeeziekte optioneel samenvatting van marlo dianne dit boek werd het nederlands twee delen uitgegeven deel 1 oostelijk halfrond bevatte de hoofdstukken 1 t m 24 en deel 2 westelijk halfrond werden de hoofdstukken doorgenummerd 25 t m 47 deze opname bevat alle hoofdstukken van beide delen de vertaler onbekend p |
| 3496 |
3474 |
3892 |
Shuttle |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction |
Rosalie Vanderpoel, the daughter of an American multimillionaire marries an impoverished English baronet and goes to live in England. She all but loses contact with her family in America. Years later her younger sister Bettina, beautiful, intelligent and extremely rich, goes to England to find what has happened to her sister. She finds Rosalie shabby and dispirited, cowed by her husband's ill treatment. Bettina sets about to rectify matters. She meets Lord Mount Dunstan, an impoverished earl, who lives nearby and they fall in love, but he cannot speak because it would look as if he were after her money... <br /><br />This is a romance but it is also about the rejuvenating effects of Americans and American money on a somewhat decadent English aristocracy. (Summary by Tabithat)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-shuttle-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
rosalie vanderpoel daughter american multimillionaire marries impoverished english baronet goes live england loses contact family america years later younger sister bettina beautiful intelligent extremely rich goes england find happened sister finds rosalie shabby dispirited cowed husband s ill treatment bettina sets rectify matters meets lord mount dunstan impoverished earl lives nearby fall love cannot speak would look money br br this romance also rejuvenating effects americans american money somewhat decadent english aristocracy summary tabithat p |
| 3497 |
3475 |
3893 |
This Giddy Globe |
Oliver Herford |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Is there a genre called FUN? Yes, and this is it! Insanely humorous geography that will have you rolling on the floor laughing with your sides hurting. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/this-giddy-globe-by-oliver-herford/ |
p is genre called fun yes it insanely humorous geography rolling floor laughing sides hurting summary neeru iyer p |
| 3498 |
3476 |
3894 |
Simple Story |
Elizabeth Inchbald |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The story could really have been simple: Miss Milner, who is admired for her beauty and charm, could have been a socialite, marry a respectable and good looking man and be happy in the standards of her time. But if it was so, why would there be a book? Miss Milner, beautiful and charming as she is, announces her wish to marry her guardian, a catholic priest. But women in the 18th century do not declare their wishes or speak about their passions, and- after all- he is a catholic priest… And if he finds a way to marry her, is this her road to happiness?\n(Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-simple-story-by-elizabeth-inchbald/ |
p the story could really simple miss milner admired beauty charm could socialite marry respectable good looking man happy standards time so would book miss milner beautiful charming is announces wish marry guardian catholic priest women 18th century declare wishes speak passions and all catholic priest finds way marry her road happiness summary stav nisser p |
| 3499 |
3477 |
3895 |
Confessions, volumes 3 and 4 |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Psychology, Memoirs |
<p>“The smallest, the most trifling pleasure that is conveniently within my reach, tempts me more than all the joys of paradise.”<br/><br/>\n\nHere again is the youthful, hero-worshipping Jean-Jacques – displaying an emotional immaturity that leads him into picaresque escapades in the company of transients and misfits, always ending in reunion with mother-surrogate Madame de Warens.<br/><br/>\n\nIn a literally unprecedented gesture of self-revelation, Rousseau opens Volume 3 exposing himself indecently in dark alleyways. This 1903 edition fails to appreciate the humorous strangeness of the passage and removes it to protect the reader.\n(Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-volumes-3-and-4-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
p the smallest trifling pleasure conveniently within reach tempts joys paradise br br youthful hero worshipping jean jacques displaying emotional immaturity leads picaresque escapades company transients misfits always ending reunion mother surrogate madame de warens br br literally unprecedented gesture self revelation rousseau opens volume 3 exposing indecently dark alleyways 1903 edition fails appreciate humorous strangeness passage removes protect reader summary martin geeson p |
| 3500 |
3478 |
3896 |
Coffee Break Collection 004 - Hodge Podge |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>This is a collection of short (15 minute or less readings) fiction or non-fiction works in English suitable for a coffee break at work or a short commuter ride. The theme for this collection is HodgePodge: humor, romance, science, long poems, biography, inspirational -- you name it, as long as it's public domain and between 3 and 15 minutes long.(Summary by BellonaTimes)<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-004-hodge-podge-by/ |
p this collection short 15 minute less readings fiction non fiction works english suitable coffee break work short commuter ride theme collection hodgepodge humor romance science long poems biography inspirational name it long public domain 3 15 minutes long summary bellonatimes p |
| 3501 |
3535 |
3958 |
Fruit of the Tree |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
<p>When published in 1907, this novel about the lives of a wealthy mill owner, her socially progressive husband and friends caused a stir due to its treatment of drug abuse, mercy killing, divorce and second marriages. (Summary by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-fruit-of-the-tree-by-edith-wharton/ |
p when published 1907 novel lives wealthy mill owner socially progressive husband friends caused stir due treatment drug abuse mercy killing divorce second marriages summary margaret p |
| 3502 |
3479 |
3897 |
Three Soldiers |
John Dos Passos |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Three Soldiers is a 1920 novel by the American writer and critic John Dos Passos. It is one of the key American war novels of the First World War, and remains a classic of the realist war novel genre. H.L. Mencken, then practicing primarily as an American literary critic, praised the book in the pages of the Smart Set. "Until Three Soldiers is forgotten and fancy achieves its inevitable victory over fact, no war story can be written in the United States without challenging comparison with it--and no story that is less meticulously true will stand up to it. At one blast it disposed of oceans of romance and blather. It changed the whole tone of American opinion about the war; it even changed the recollections of actual veterans of the war. They saw, no doubt, substantially what Dos Passos saw, but it took his bold realism to disentangle their recollections from the prevailing buncombe and sentimentality." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/three-soldiers-by-john-dos-passos/ |
p three soldiers 1920 novel american writer critic john dos passos one key american war novels first world war remains classic realist war novel genre h l mencken practicing primarily american literary critic praised book pages smart set until three soldiers forgotten fancy achieves inevitable victory fact war story written united states without challenging comparison it and story less meticulously true stand it one blast disposed oceans romance blather changed whole tone american opinion war even changed recollections actual veterans war saw doubt substantially dos passos saw took bold realism disentangle recollections prevailing buncombe sentimentality summary wikipedia p |
| 3503 |
3480 |
3898 |
Relatos y Cuentos 001 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Recopilación de relatos y y cuentos de temas variados: humor, fantasía, y temas sociales, entre otros. (Resumen: Marian Martin)<br />Collection of short stories of varied genres, including humour, fantasy, and social issues, among others. (Summary: Marian Martin) <p> |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/relatos-y-cuentos-vol-001/ |
recopilación de relatos cuentos de temas variados humor fantasía temas sociales entre otros resumen marian martin br collection short stories varied genres including humour fantasy social issues among others summary marian martin p |
| 3504 |
3481 |
3899 |
Sertões |
Euclides da Cunha |
Nature, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Os Sertões é um livro brasileiro, escrito por Euclides da Cunha e publicado em 1902. Trata da Guerra de Canudos (1896-1897), no interior da Bahia. Euclides da Cunha tinha presenciado uma parte desta guerra como correspondente do jornal O Estado de S. Paulo, e ao retornar escreveu um dos maiores livros já escritos por um brasileiro. Pertence, ao mesmo tempo, à prosa científica e à prosa artística. Pode ser entendido como um obra de Sociologia, Geografia, História ou crítica humana. Mas não é errado lê-lo como uma epopéia da vida sertaneja em sua luta diária contra a paisagem e a incompreensão das elites governamentais.(Sumário extraído da Wikipédia)</p> |
Portuguese |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/os-sertoes-by-euclides-da-cunha/ |
p os sertões é um livro brasileiro escrito por euclides da cunha e publicado em 1902 trata da guerra de canudos 1896 1897 interior da bahia euclides da cunha tinha presenciado uma parte desta guerra como correspondente jornal estado de s paulo e ao retornar escreveu um dos maiores livros já escritos por um brasileiro pertence ao mesmo tempo à prosa científica e à prosa artística pode ser entendido como um obra de sociologia geografia história ou crítica humana mas não é errado lê lo como uma epopéia da vida sertaneja em sua luta diária contra paisagem e incompreensão das elites governamentais sumário extraído da wikipédia p |
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3482 |
3900 |
Blue Lagoon |
H. De Vere Stacpoole |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Two shipwrecked children grow up on a South Pacific island. This beautiful story of adventure and innocent love was H.D. Stacpoole’s most popular work.<br/><br/>\nParents who may have seen the Hollywood film need not be anxious about the book's suitability for kids -- the author's treatment of adolescent sexuality is almost mystical and very mild. The story of The Blue Lagoon (1908) continues in The Garden of God (1923) and The Gates of Morning (1925). A ship’s doctor, Henry De Vere Stacpoole (1863–1951) published over 90 works of fiction, poetry, autobiography, and translation. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-lagoon-by-h-de-vere-stacpoole/ |
p two shipwrecked children grow south pacific island beautiful story adventure innocent love h d stacpoole s popular work br br parents may seen hollywood film need anxious book s suitability kids author s treatment adolescent sexuality almost mystical mild story blue lagoon 1908 continues garden god 1923 gates morning 1925 ship s doctor henry de vere stacpoole 1863 1951 published 90 works fiction poetry autobiography translation summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 3506 |
3483 |
3902 |
Awakening (version 2) |
Kate Chopin |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Kate Chopin's 1899 novella The Awakening is about the personal, sexual, and artistic awakening of a young wife and mother, Edna Pontellier. While on vacation at Grand Isle, an island in the Gulf of Mexico, Edna befriends the talented pianist Mlle. Reisz and the sympathetic Robert Lebrun, both of whom will influence her startling life choices. Chopin's novel created a scandal upon its original publication and effectively destroyed her writing career. Now, however, it is considered one of the finest American novels of the 19th century. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-awakening-version-2-by-kate-chopin/ |
p kate chopin s 1899 novella awakening personal sexual artistic awakening young wife mother edna pontellier vacation grand isle island gulf mexico edna befriends talented pianist mlle reisz sympathetic robert lebrun influence startling life choices chopin s novel created scandal upon original publication effectively destroyed writing career now however considered one finest american novels 19th century summary elizabeth klett p |
| 3507 |
3484 |
3903 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 005 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 005: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-005-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 005 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 3508 |
3544 |
3967 |
September |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you ten readings of September by Madison Cawein. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 21st, 2014.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/september-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten readings september madison cawein weekly poetry project week september 21st 2014 p |
| 3509 |
3545 |
3968 |
Sheridan Road Mystery |
Paul Thorne |
Detective Fiction |
A shot rings out in the middle of the night in a quiet Chicago neighborhood. Patrolman Murphy is directed to an apartment where a man says the shot came from. The apartment is locked and apparently empty. Was there a murder here? And if so, where is the victim? (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-sheridan-road-mystery-by-paul-and-mabel-thorne/ |
shot rings middle night quiet chicago neighborhood patrolman murphy directed apartment man says shot came from apartment locked apparently empty murder here so victim summary j m smallheer p |
| 3510 |
3485 |
3904 |
Great Impersonation |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>E. Phillips Oppenheim, an English novelist created well in excess of 100 novels and 30 plus collections of short stories. Most of his tales are thrillers and espionage. The Great Impersonation was written following World War I and is considered by many to be perhaps his best novel. The story focuses on German espionage in England prior to the start of World War I. The tale centers on two characters that are almost identical in appearance. Indeed, while both attend the same school in England, they are often mistaken for one another. One character is Sir Everard Dominey, an English baronet who enjoys the “good life” but falls into disfavor when he is accused of murdering Roger Unthank. Unthank, of the same village, has an infatuation for Dominey’s wife, Rosamund, and attacks Dominey. Dominey comes before his wife bloody and ragged after the struggle with Unthank. The spectacle renders her unbalanced. This is more than Dominey can bear and he goes on a long travel and drinking binge spanning years. Dominey’s wife threatens to kill him if he ever returns. The second character is Baron Leopold von Ragastein, a German nobleman. Von Ragastein has fallen into disrespect with the Kaiser for his affair with a Hungarian princess and subsequent killing of her nobleman husband in a duel. He is banished to a minor government position in East Africa as punishment. A chance encounter between Dominey and von Ragastein in German East Africa sets the pretext for the story. Von Ragastein returns to England as Dominey, to regain his position in society, and serve Germany by influencing England to keep out of the coming conflict. There is one problem however: there are some, including Dominey’s wife, who are not convinced that Sir Everard Dominey is really who he claims to be. You will need to listen to the end to determine the truth.\r\n(Summary by Tom Weiss) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-impersonation-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
p e phillips oppenheim english novelist created well excess 100 novels 30 plus collections short stories tales thrillers espionage great impersonation written following world war considered many perhaps best novel story focuses german espionage england prior start world war i tale centers two characters almost identical appearance indeed attend school england often mistaken one another one character sir everard dominey english baronet enjoys good life falls disfavor accused murdering roger unthank unthank village infatuation dominey s wife rosamund attacks dominey dominey comes wife bloody ragged struggle unthank spectacle renders unbalanced dominey bear goes long travel drinking binge spanning years dominey s wife threatens kill ever returns second character baron leopold von ragastein german nobleman von ragastein fallen disrespect kaiser affair hungarian princess subsequent killing nobleman husband duel banished minor government position east africa punishment chance encounter dominey von ragastein german east africa sets pretext story von ragastein returns england dominey regain position society serve germany influencing england keep coming conflict one problem however some including dominey s wife convinced sir everard dominey really claims be need listen end determine truth summary tom weiss p |
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3486 |
3905 |
Metamorphosis or The Golden Ass |
Lucius Apuleius |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Fantastic Fiction |
The Metamorphosis, also known as The Golden Ass, is one of the very few novels of the Ancient World that survived to our days; one of the two novels of Roman Literature that we can still read; and the only one preserved in its entirety (the other one being the extremely fragmentary Satyricon).<br/><br/>\n\nThe story of the Metamorphosis, the tale of a man turned into a donkey that goes through many adventures to become a man again, inspired many other similar ones later on. However, more than just the plot, the style of the Golden Ass also made it famous. <br/><br/>\n\nConsidered one of the precursors of the picaresque novel, The Metamorphosis was written in a language that can be humorous and energetic, while telling the misadventures of the credulous and curious main character, but also powerfully poetic, in moments such as in the episode of Cupid and Psyche, one of the most famous parts of this book, and of Latin literature as a whole. (Summary by Leni)<br/><br/> |
English |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/metamorphosis-or-the-golden-ass-by-lucius-apuleius/ |
metamorphosis also known golden ass one novels ancient world survived days one two novels roman literature still read one preserved entirety the one extremely fragmentary satyricon br br story metamorphosis tale man turned donkey goes many adventures become man again inspired many similar ones later on however plot style golden ass also made famous br br considered one precursors picaresque novel metamorphosis written language humorous energetic telling misadventures credulous curious main character also powerfully poetic moments episode cupid psyche one famous parts book latin literature whole summary leni br br |
| 3512 |
3487 |
3906 |
Short Poetry Collection 085 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of January 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-085-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month january 2010 p |
| 3513 |
3488 |
3907 |
Letters to His Son on the Art of Becoming a Man of the World and a Gentleman |
Philip Stanhope, 4th Earl of Chesterfield |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Philosophy |
Philip Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield, was at one time Ambassador to the Hague, negotiated the second Treaty of Vienna, was a founding governor of London’s Foundling Hospital, Lord-Lieutenant of Ireland, and Secretary of State. Having no legitimate children, his heir was his third cousin (another Philip) whom he adopted. Although known as a hard, calculating man, he is most well known for his letters to his natural son (i.e., illegitimate son) (also called Philip). When Philip died in 1768, the letters are addressed to his grandchildren (Philip’s two sons, Charles, and, yes, Philip!). (Sibella Denton) </p>\n\nFrom the introduction: \n“The proud Lord Chesterfield would have turned in his grave had he known that he was to go down to posterity as a teacher and preacher of the gospel of not grace, but—"the graces, the graces, the graces." Natural gifts, social status, open opportunities, and his ambition, all conspired to destine him for high statesmanship. If anything was lacking in his qualifications, he had the pluck and good sense to work hard and persistently until the deficiency was made up. Something remained lacking, and not all his consummate mastery of arts could conceal that conspicuous want,—the want of heart. </p>\nTeacher and preacher he assuredly is, and long will be, yet no thanks are his due from a posterity of the common people whom he so sublimely despised. His pious mission was not to raise the level of the multitude, but to lift a single individual upon a pedestal so high that his lowly origin should not betray itself. That individual was his, Lord Chesterfield's, illegitimate son, whose inferior blood should be given the true blue hue by concentrating upon him all the externals of aristocratic education.” </p> |
English |
1774 |
https://librivox.org/letters-to-his-son-on-the-art-of-becoming-a-man-of-the-world-and-a-gentleman-by-philip-stanhope-4th-earl-of-chesterfield/ |
philip stanhope earl chesterfield one time ambassador hague negotiated second treaty vienna founding governor london s foundling hospital lord lieutenant ireland secretary state legitimate children heir third cousin another philip adopted although known hard calculating man well known letters natural son i e illegitimate son also called philip philip died 1768 letters addressed grandchildren philip s two sons charles and yes philip sibella denton p introduction the proud lord chesterfield would turned grave known go posterity teacher preacher gospel grace but the graces graces graces natural gifts social status open opportunities ambition conspired destine high statesmanship anything lacking qualifications pluck good sense work hard persistently deficiency made up something remained lacking consummate mastery arts could conceal conspicuous want the want heart p teacher preacher assuredly is long be yet thanks due posterity common people sublimely despised pious mission raise level multitude lift single individual upon pedestal high lowly origin betray itself individual his lord chesterfield s illegitimate son whose inferior blood given true blue hue concentrating upon externals aristocratic education p |
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3489 |
3908 |
Richard III |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Richard III is an early history play probably written and performed around 1592-93. It is the culmination of Shakespeare's earlier three plays about Henry VI, and chronicles the bloody career of Richard, Duke of Gloucester. As the play opens, the Wars of the Roses are over, King Edward IV (Richard's brother) is on the throne, and all is ostensibly well. The problem? Richard wants to be king - and he'll stop at nothing to realize his ambition. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nKing Edward IV: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4218">David Cole</a><br />\nEdward, Prince of Wales: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br />\nRichard, Duke of York: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br />\nGeorge, Duke of Clarence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3433">Bob Sherman</a><br />\nRichard, Duke of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nSon of Clarence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br />\nHenry, Earl of Richmond; Lord Mayor of London: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nCardinal Bourchier; Sir James Blunt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4741">Nullifidian</a><br />\nArchbishop of York; Daughter of Clarence; Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nDuke of Buckingham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nDuke of Norfolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nEarl of Surrey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nEarl Rivers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nMarquis of Dorset; Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nLord Grey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nEarl of Oxford; Fourth Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4782">Roger Clifton</a><br />\nLord Hastings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4312">Peter Bloomfield</a><br />\nLord Stanley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nLord Lovel; Sir Walter Herbert: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4808">L. Lambert Lawson</a><br />\nSir Thomas Vaughan; Priest; First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nSir Richard Ratcliff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2033">Filippo Giaochin</a><br />\nSir William Catesby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5059">Arixa</a><br />\nSir James Tyrrel; Third Citizen; Ghost of Henry VI: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4722">1evilmofo</a><br />\nSir Robert Brakenbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2495">Garrett Fitzgerald</a><br />\nChristopher Urswick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4586">Christopher Caron</a><br />\nSheriff of Wiltshire; Bishop of Ely; First Murderer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4684">Rismyth</a><br />\nQueen Elizabeth; Scrivener: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nQueen Margaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nDuchess of York: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br />\nLady Anne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nSecond Murderer; First Citizen; Third Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br />\nSecond Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4289">Veronica Jenkins</a><br />\nPursuivant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4799">Matt Judd</a><br />\nGhost of Prince Edward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4576">Snaefaxi</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br />\n<br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/richard-iii-by-william-shakespeare/ |
richard iii early history play probably written performed around 1592 93 culmination shakespeare s earlier three plays henry vi chronicles bloody career richard duke gloucester play opens wars roses over king edward iv richard s brother throne ostensibly well problem richard wants king he ll stop nothing realize ambition summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br king edward iv a href http librivox org reader 4218 david cole a br edward prince wales a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br richard duke york a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br george duke clarence a href http librivox org reader 3433 bob sherman a br richard duke gloucester a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br son clarence a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br henry earl richmond lord mayor london a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br cardinal bourchier sir james blunt a href http librivox org reader 4741 nullifidian a br archbishop york daughter clarence page a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br duke buckingham a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br duke norfolk a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br earl surrey a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br earl rivers a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br marquis dorset second citizen a href http librivox org reader 4698 stephenc a br lord grey a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br earl oxford fourth messenger a href http librivox org reader 4782 roger clifton a br lord hastings a href http librivox org reader 4312 peter bloomfield a br lord stanley a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br lord lovel sir walter herbert a href http librivox org reader 4808 l lambert lawson a br sir thomas vaughan priest first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br sir richard ratcliff a href http librivox org reader 2033 filippo giaochin a br sir william catesby a href http librivox org reader 5059 arixa a br sir james tyrrel third citizen ghost henry vi a href http librivox org reader 4722 1evilmofo a br sir robert brakenbury a href http librivox org reader 2495 garrett fitzgerald a br christopher urswick a href http librivox org reader 4586 christopher caron a br sheriff wiltshire bishop ely first murderer a href http librivox org reader 4684 rismyth a br queen elizabeth scrivener a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br queen margaret a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br duchess york a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br lady anne a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br second murderer first citizen third messenger a href http librivox org reader 1998 sonja a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br second messenger a href http librivox org reader 4289 veronica jenkins a br pursuivant a href http librivox org reader 4799 matt judd a br ghost prince edward a href http librivox org reader 4576 snaefaxi a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 3515 |
3591 |
4018 |
Romola |
George Eliot |
Historical Fiction |
George Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". \nSummary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/romola-by-george-eliot/ |
george eliot s favorite among novels novel tells story romola intelligent daughter blind scholar falling love man going change life politics florence way like set 15th century florence a deep study life city florence intellectual artistic religious social point view summary stav nisser wikipedia p |
| 3516 |
3490 |
3909 |
Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant |
Ulysses S. Grant |
Memoirs |
In preparing these volumes for the public, I have entered upon the task with the sincere desire to avoid doing injustice to any one, whether on the National or Confederate side, other than the unavoidable injustice of not making mention often where special mention is due. There must be many errors of omission in this work, because the subject is too large to be treated of in two volumes in such way as to do justice to all the officers and men engaged. There were thousands of instances, during the rebellion, of individual, company, regimental and brigade deeds of heroism which deserve special mention and are not here alluded to. The troops engaged in them will have to look to the detailed reports of their individual commanders for the full history of those deeds. \n(Summary by U. S. Grant)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/personal-memoirs-of-u-s-grant-by-ulysses-s-grant/ |
preparing volumes public entered upon task sincere desire avoid injustice one whether national confederate side unavoidable injustice making mention often special mention due must many errors omission work subject large treated two volumes way justice officers men engaged thousands instances rebellion individual company regimental brigade deeds heroism deserve special mention alluded to troops engaged look detailed reports individual commanders full history deeds summary u s grant p |
| 3517 |
3491 |
3910 |
Erzählungen |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>30 Erzählungen von Edgar Allan Poe, dem Altmeister des Gruselns.</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/erzahlungen-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p 30 erzählungen von edgar allan poe dem altmeister des gruselns p |
| 3518 |
3492 |
3911 |
Riddle of the Purple Emperor |
Thomas W. Hanshew |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />Orphan Lady Margaret Cheyne returns home on her eighteenth birthday to live with her embittered maiden aunt and to take up her inheritance of the family jewels. The Cheyne jewels include a pendant featuring the Purple Emperor, a priceless jewel looted from a temple during the Indian Mutiny.<br /><br />During her time at school in Paris, Lady Margaret has met and fallen in love with Sir Edgar Brenton, the son of an old flame of her aunt and a neighbour in the village of Hampton, where Cleek's adored Ailsa Lorne has also taken up residence.<br /><br />Lady Margaret's return leads to a mysterious and sinister chain of events, which Cleek and Superintendent Maverick Narkom of Scotland Yard attempt to unravel, with, of course, the help of the irrepressible and ever-hungry Dollops, Cleek's cockney sidekick.<br /><br />This full-length mystery is a welcome return for Hamilton Cleek, whom we first met in <a href="http://librivox.org/cleek-the-man-of-the-forty-faces-by-thomas-w-hanshew/">Cleek: The Man of the Forty Faces</a>. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-riddle-of-the-purple-emperor-by-m-e-and-t-w-hanshew/ |
br orphan lady margaret cheyne returns home eighteenth birthday live embittered maiden aunt take inheritance family jewels cheyne jewels include pendant featuring purple emperor priceless jewel looted temple indian mutiny br br during time school paris lady margaret met fallen love sir edgar brenton son old flame aunt neighbour village hampton cleek s adored ailsa lorne also taken residence br br lady margaret s return leads mysterious sinister chain events cleek superintendent maverick narkom scotland yard attempt unravel with course help irrepressible ever hungry dollops cleek s cockney sidekick br br this full length mystery welcome return hamilton cleek first met a href http librivox org cleek the man of the forty faces by thomas w hanshew cleek man forty faces a summary ruth golding br br |
| 3519 |
3493 |
3912 |
Waldbauernbübel |
Peter Rosegger |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"Das Waldbauernbübel" ist nichts anderes, als eine Sammlung von Erlebnissen und Erfahrungen aus dem Jugendleben in der Waldheimat. Die Erzählungen sind in sehr verschiedenen Zeiten entstanden. Sie bleiben stehen wie sie gewachsen sind, doch habe ich ihre Formen und Launen noch einmal scharf unter das Gewissen genommen... (Vorwort von "Das Waldbauernbübel)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/waldheimat-erzahlungen-aus-der-jugendzeit-erster-band-das-waldbauernbubel-by-peter-rosegger/ |
das waldbauernbübel ist nichts anderes als eine sammlung von erlebnissen und erfahrungen aus dem jugendleben der waldheimat die erzählungen sind sehr verschiedenen zeiten entstanden sie bleiben stehen wie sie gewachsen sind doch habe ich ihre formen und launen noch einmal scharf unter das gewissen genommen vorwort von das waldbauernbübel p |
| 3520 |
3494 |
3913 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 033 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-033/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3521 |
3495 |
3914 |
Persian Hidden Words |
Bahá'u'lláh |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
Kalimát-i-Maknúnih (کلمات مکنونه) or The Hidden Words is a book written in Baghdad around 1857 by Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith. This work is written partly in Arabic and partly in Persian. The Hidden Words is written in the form of a collection of short utterances, 71 in Arabic and 82 in Persian, in which Bahá'u'lláh claims to have taken the basic essence of certain spiritual truths and written them in brief form. Bahá'ís are advised by `Abdu'l-Bahá, the son of Bahá'u'lláh to read them every day and every night and to implement its latent wisdom into their daily lives. He also said that "The Hidden Words is a treasury of divine mysteries" and that when one ponders its contents, "the doors of the mysteries will open."<br> \n<br>\nThe text of the Hidden Words is divided up into two sections: one from Arabic, and another from Persian. Each consist of several short, numbered passages. The Arabic has 71 passages, and the Persian has 82. This audiobook only contains the Persian section. Each passage begins with an invocation, many of which repeat. Some common invocations include "O Son of Spirit", "O Son of Man", and "O Son of Being". Bahá'í prayers are written in the first person of humanity, so that the reader can feel like they are having a conversation with God. The Hidden Words are written in the first person of God, so that the reader feels like God is speaking to them. Around 1903, Mr. Anton Haddad translated the Persian section of the Hidden Words. It should be noted that this translation was superceded by the more masterful, authorized translation of Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith, which has not yet entered the public domain.(Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-persian-hidden-words-by-bahaullah/ |
kalimát i maknúnih کلمات مکنونه hidden words book written baghdad around 1857 bahá u lláh founder bahá í faith work written partly arabic partly persian hidden words written form collection short utterances 71 arabic 82 persian bahá u lláh claims taken basic essence certain spiritual truths written brief form bahá ís advised abdu l bahá son bahá u lláh read every day every night implement latent wisdom daily lives also said the hidden words treasury divine mysteries one ponders contents the doors mysteries open br br text hidden words divided two sections one arabic another persian consist several short numbered passages arabic 71 passages persian 82 audiobook contains persian section passage begins invocation many repeat common invocations include o son spirit o son man o son being bahá í prayers written first person humanity reader feel like conversation god hidden words written first person god reader feels like god speaking them around 1903 mr anton haddad translated persian section hidden words noted translation superceded masterful authorized translation shoghi effendi guardian bahá í faith yet entered public domain adapted wikipedia p |
| 3522 |
3496 |
3915 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 008 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
<P>A collection of fifteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-008/ |
p a collection fifteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 3523 |
3497 |
3917 |
Desert |
Mathilde Blind |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Desert by Mathilde Blind. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 10th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-desert-by-mathilde-blind/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings desert mathilde blind fortnightly poetry project january 10th 2010 p |
| 3524 |
3498 |
3918 |
Olive |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
General Fiction |
Inspired by Jane Eyre, Dinah Maria Craik's 1850 novel, Olive, was one of the first to feature a disabled central character. 'Slightly deformed' from birth, Olive believes that she will never be able to marry like other women, so she devotes her life to her art, her mother, and above all, her religion. It takes a dark secret from the past and a new, fascinating acquaintance, to make her realize what her life could be. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/olive-by-dinah-maria-craik/ |
inspired jane eyre dinah maria craik s 1850 novel olive one first feature disabled central character slightly deformed birth olive believes never able marry like women devotes life art mother all religion takes dark secret past new fascinating acquaintance make realize life could be summary arielle lipshaw p |
| 3525 |
3499 |
3920 |
Arachne |
Georg Ebers |
Historical Fiction |
<br />Ledscha, living in ancient Egypt, has lost her betrothed and all hope of love. But the gods see otherwise. She now loves a Greek sculptor, who only wanted her for a model, but even that will not happen. She has been replaced by another woman for the statue of Arachne. Who do the gods see her with? Is it the Greek, or someone else?\n<br><br>\nThis work is the last written and published in German by Georg Ebers before he died in 1898. He wrote many novels set it ancient Egypt, which sparked the general interest in and popularity of Egyptology that still thrives today. This book was translated into English also in 1898. (Summary by Ann Boulais)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/arachne-by-george-ebers/ |
br ledscha living ancient egypt lost betrothed hope love gods see otherwise loves greek sculptor wanted model even happen replaced another woman statue arachne gods see with greek someone else br br work last written published german georg ebers died 1898 wrote many novels set ancient egypt sparked general interest popularity egyptology still thrives today book translated english also 1898 summary ann boulais br br |
| 3526 |
3500 |
3921 |
Kleine Zielen |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
<i>De kleine zielen</i> is het eerste gedeelte van de romancyclus <b><i>De boeken der kleine zielen</i></b>, die zich afspeelt in Den Haag.<BR><BR>Fragmenten uit een recensie ten tijde van de eerste druk (Elsevier, 1902): deze Haagse roman geeft van de Hagenaars een weinig lieflijke portrettengalerij. Toch geloven wij niet dat speciaal Haagse ondeugden en Haagse kleinzieligheden worden getekend in deze roman. Mensen van elders moeten typen herkennen. Voor niemand is dit echter een troost. Couperus toont zich in dit werk een meester in de kunst van karaktertekening. Al die mensen uit het boek leven, leven zo krachtig in ons, dat wij hun karakters onthouden, lang na de lectuur van het kostelijke werk dat ons inderdaad het kleine geeft, maar uitgebeeld door een kunstenaar van grote begaafdheid.<BR><BR>In de deftige familie Van Lowe is wat gebeurd. Och, och! zo wat vreselijks is gebeurd in die nette familie! Constance was getrouwd met een minister-resident aan het Italiaanse hof, maar zij wordt intiem met zijn secretaris, baron Van der Welcke. Constance wordt betrapt door haar man en een scheiding volgt. Van der Welcke biedt Constance op last van zijn rechtzinnige ouders zijn hand aan, hoewel hij Constance niet meer lief heeft, en die wordt aanvaard. Dat was veertien jaar geleden. Zij zijn daarna als bannelingen in het buitenland gebleven. Nu keren ze terug naar Den Haag, voor hun zoon, en omdat Constance heimwee heeft naar haar familie. Couperus laat ons zien hoe Constance en haar man door alle familieleden worden ontvangen, doet ons weten wat zij van hen denken, wat er achter hun rug al zo wordt gekletst. Couperus' nieuwe werk is zeker te rangschikken onder zijn beste karakterromans. <BR><BR>Recording in Dutch of one of Couperus' character novels, known in English as <i>Small Souls</i>.</p> |
Dutch |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/de-kleine-zielen-van-louis-couperus/ |
i de kleine zielen i het eerste gedeelte van de romancyclus b i de boeken der kleine zielen i b die zich afspeelt den haag br br fragmenten uit een recensie ten tijde van de eerste druk elsevier 1902 deze haagse roman geeft van de hagenaars een weinig lieflijke portrettengalerij toch geloven wij niet dat speciaal haagse ondeugden en haagse kleinzieligheden worden getekend deze roman mensen van elders moeten typen herkennen voor niemand dit echter een troost couperus toont zich dit werk een meester de kunst van karaktertekening al die mensen uit het boek leven leven zo krachtig ons dat wij hun karakters onthouden lang na de lectuur van het kostelijke werk dat ons inderdaad het kleine geeft maar uitgebeeld door een kunstenaar van grote begaafdheid br br in de deftige familie van lowe wat gebeurd och och zo wat vreselijks gebeurd die nette familie constance getrouwd met een minister resident aan het italiaanse hof maar zij wordt intiem met zijn secretaris baron van der welcke constance wordt betrapt door haar man en een scheiding volgt van der welcke biedt constance op last van zijn rechtzinnige ouders zijn hand aan hoewel hij constance niet meer lief heeft en die wordt aanvaard dat veertien jaar geleden zij zijn daarna als bannelingen het buitenland gebleven nu keren ze terug naar den haag voor hun zoon en omdat constance heimwee heeft naar haar familie couperus laat ons zien hoe constance en haar man door alle familieleden worden ontvangen doet ons weten wat zij van hen denken wat er achter hun rug al zo wordt gekletst couperus nieuwe werk zeker te rangschikken onder zijn beste karakterromans br br recording dutch one couperus character novels known english i small souls i p |
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3501 |
3922 |
Topsy-Turvy |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Topsy Turvy is a translation of Sans dessus dessous (1889) . This anonymous translation was first published by J. G. Ogilvie (New York, 1890). We meet our old friends Barbicane and J.T. Maston from “Earth to the Moon” who now give us their own approach to the topic of “global warming”. Although they are searching for coal and not oil, readers will find that the auction of the Arctic energy reserves has a definite 21st century ring. (Summary from the Gutenberg e-text.)</p>This project was proof listened by stonie1914 and Betty M.<br><br> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/topsy-turvy-by-jules-verne/ |
p topsy turvy translation sans dessus dessous 1889 anonymous translation first published j g ogilvie new york 1890 meet old friends barbicane j t maston earth moon give us approach topic global warming although searching coal oil readers find auction arctic energy reserves definite 21st century ring summary gutenberg e text p this project proof listened stonie1914 betty m br br |
| 3528 |
3502 |
3923 |
Summer Shower |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Summer Shower by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 10th, 2010.<p>\n |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/summer-shower-by-emily-dickinson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings summer shower emily dickinson weekly poetry project january 10th 2010 p |
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3503 |
3924 |
Capitán Veneno |
Pedro Antonio de Alarcón y Ariza |
General Fiction |
El día 26 de marzo de 1848 en una escaramuza entre monárquicos y republicanos, cae gravemente herido don Jorge de Córdoba, conocido, por su mal genio, como el Capitán Veneno. El herido es recogido por dos damas, doña Teresa Carrillo de Azpeitia, viuda de un general carlista, y su hija Angustias. El Capitán está tan grave que debe permanecer inmovilizado en la casa de las damas. Allí se ve envuelto por la dulzura de doña Teresa y de Angustias, en medio de su estrechez económica y a la espera de que la reina Isabel II reconozca el título de su difunto esposo. Pero las cosas se complican todavía más...<p> |
Spanish |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/el-capitan-veneno-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon/ |
el día 26 de marzo de 1848 en una escaramuza entre monárquicos republicanos cae gravemente herido jorge de córdoba conocido por su mal genio como el capitán veneno el herido es recogido por dos damas doña teresa carrillo de azpeitia viuda de un general carlista su hija angustias el capitán está tan grave que debe permanecer inmovilizado en la casa de las damas allí se envuelto por la dulzura de doña teresa de angustias en medio de su estrechez económica la espera de que la reina isabel ii reconozca el título de su difunto esposo pero las cosas se complican todavía más p |
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3504 |
3925 |
Farthest North, Volume II |
Fridtjof Nansen |
Exploration |
Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the Ship "Fram", 1893-96 and of a Fifteen Months' Sleigh Journey by Dr. Nansen and Lieut. Johansen / by Fridtjof Nansen ; with an Appendix by Otto Sverdrup (Summary by Fridtjof Nansen)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/farthest-north-volume-ii-by-fridtjof-nansen/ |
record voyage exploration ship fram 1893 96 fifteen months sleigh journey dr nansen lieut johansen fridtjof nansen appendix otto sverdrup summary fridtjof nansen p |
| 3531 |
3505 |
3926 |
Bible in Its Making |
Mildred Duff |
History , Christianity - Other |
<p>One great universal law runs through the realm of nature. Our Saviour gave it in a sentence: 'First the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.' It is with the desire to show that the same law rules in another of God's creations—The Bible—that this little volume has been prepared. The Bible has as literally 'grown' as has an oak tree; and probably there is no more likeness between the Bible as we know it to-day and its earliest beginning, than we find between the mighty tree, and the acorn from which it sprang. The subject is so vast that we have not attempted anything beyond the briefest outline. Our purpose has been merely to give some idea of the origin of the Bible books, up to the measure of our present light upon the subject, and also to show the purpose for which they were written. But if our readers, by seeing something of the wonder and glory of the Holy Scriptures, are able to catch a glimpse of the Creator's mind behind the whole, our work will not have been in vain. (Foreword, by Mildred Duff)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-in-its-making-by-mildred-duff-noel-hope/ |
p one great universal law runs realm nature saviour gave sentence first blade ear full corn ear desire show law rules another god s creations the bible that little volume prepared bible literally grown oak tree probably likeness bible know to day earliest beginning find mighty tree acorn sprang subject vast attempted anything beyond briefest outline purpose merely give idea origin bible books measure present light upon subject also show purpose written readers seeing something wonder glory holy scriptures able catch glimpse creator s mind behind whole work vain foreword mildred duff p |
| 3532 |
3507 |
3929 |
Double Barreled Detective Story |
Mark Twain |
Detective Fiction |
A Double Barrelled Detective Story is a novel by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens), in which Sherlock Holmes finds himself in the American west.<br />At a mining camp in California, Fetlock Jones, a nephew of Sherlock Holmes, kills his master, a silver-miner, by blowing up his cabin. Since this occurs when Holmes happens to be visiting, he brings his skills to bear upon the case and arrives at logically worked conclusions that are proved to be abysmally wrong by an amateur detective with an extremely keen sense of smell, which he employs in solving the case. This could be seen as yet another piece where Twain tries to prove that life does not quite follow logic. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-double-barreled-detective-story-by-mark-twain/ |
double barrelled detective story novel mark twain samuel clemens sherlock holmes finds american west br at mining camp california fetlock jones nephew sherlock holmes kills master silver miner blowing cabin since occurs holmes happens visiting brings skills bear upon case arrives logically worked conclusions proved abysmally wrong amateur detective extremely keen sense smell employs solving case could seen yet another piece twain tries prove life quite follow logic summary wikipedia p |
| 3533 |
3508 |
3930 |
Cid |
Pierre Corneille |
Tragedy |
Des deux prétendants de Chimène, son favori semble être agréé par son père. <br>\nCe digne fils d'un vieil homme vaillant et courageux n'est autre que Don Rodrigue.<br><br>\n\nL'affront fait au père de ce dernier, par celui de Chimène, mettra-t-il en péril l'union des deux familles? (par Ezwa)<br><br>\n\n<b>Personnages :</b><br><br>\nDon Fernand, premier roi de Castille - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6318">Cebes</a><br>\nDona Urraque, infante de Castille - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>\nDon Diègue, père de don Rodrigue - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a><br>\nDon Gomès, comte de Gormas, père de Chimène - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5780">buenavista</a><br>\nDon Rodrigue, amant de Chimène - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4724">Stanley</a><br>\nDon Sanche, amoureux de Chimène - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br>\nDon Arias, gentilhomme castillan - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5525">Dan Mewton</a><br>\nDon Alonse, gentilhomme castillan - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nChimène, fille de don Gomès - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>\nLéonor, gouvernante de l’infante - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nElvire, gouvernante de Chimène - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5207">Nadia</a><br>\nUn page de l’infante - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2596">Christian</a><br><br>\n\n<b>Didascalies:</b> Ezwa</p> |
French |
1636 |
https://librivox.org/le-cid-by-corneille-pierre-1209/ |
des deux prétendants de chimène son favori semble être agréé par son père br ce digne fils d un vieil homme vaillant et courageux n est autre que rodrigue br br l affront fait au père de ce dernier par celui de chimène mettra t il en péril l union des deux familles par ezwa br br b personnages b br br fernand premier roi de castille a href http librivox org reader 6318 cebes a br dona urraque infante de castille a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br diègue père de rodrigue a href http librivox org reader 1817 aldor a br gomès comte de gormas père de chimène a href http librivox org reader 5780 buenavista a br rodrigue amant de chimène a href http librivox org reader 4724 stanley a br sanche amoureux de chimène a href http librivox org reader 5764 herman roskams a br arias gentilhomme castillan a href http librivox org reader 5525 dan mewton a br alonse gentilhomme castillan a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br chimène fille de gomès a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br léonor gouvernante de l infante a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br elvire gouvernante de chimène a href http librivox org reader 5207 nadia a br un page de l infante a href http librivox org reader 2596 christian a br br b didascalies b ezwa p |
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3509 |
3931 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 2 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In the second volume, we find stories written by English and Scotch authors. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-2-by-julian-hawthorne-ed/ |
p in six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript second volume find stories written english scotch authors summary leni p |
| 3535 |
3510 |
3932 |
Waverley, Volume 1 |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p><i>Waverley</i> is set during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745, which sought to restore the Stuart dynasty in the person of Charles Edward Stuart (or 'Bonnie Prince Charlie'). It relates the story of a young dreamer and English soldier, Edward Waverley, who was sent to Scotland in 1745. He journeys North from his aristocratic family home, Waverley-Honour, in the south of England first to the Scottish Lowlands and the home of family friend Baron Bradwardine, then into the Highlands and the heart of the 1745 Jacobite uprising and aftermath. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/waverley-volume-1-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p i waverley i set jacobite rebellion 1745 sought restore stuart dynasty person charles edward stuart or bonnie prince charlie relates story young dreamer english soldier edward waverley sent scotland 1745 journeys north aristocratic family home waverley honour south england first scottish lowlands home family friend baron bradwardine highlands heart 1745 jacobite uprising aftermath summary wikipedia p |
| 3536 |
3511 |
3933 |
Pragmatism |
William James |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
'Pragmatism' contains a series of public lectures held by William James in Boston 1906–7. James provides a popularizing outline of his view of philosophical pragmatism while making highly rhetorical and entertaining lashes towards rationalism and other competing schools of thought. James is especially concerned with the pragmatic view of truth. True beliefs should be defined as, according to James, beliefs that can successfully assist people in their everday life. This is claimed to not be relativism. That reality exists is argued to be a fact true beyond the human subject. James argues, nevertheless, that people select which parts of reality are made relevant and how they are understood to relate to each other. Charles Sanders Peirce, widely considered to be the founder of pragmatism, eventually chose to separate himself intellectually from James, renaming his own theory to ‘pragmaticism’.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/pragmatism-by-william-james/ |
pragmatism contains series public lectures held william james boston 1906 7 james provides popularizing outline view philosophical pragmatism making highly rhetorical entertaining lashes towards rationalism competing schools thought james especially concerned pragmatic view truth true beliefs defined as according james beliefs successfully assist people everday life claimed relativism reality exists argued fact true beyond human subject james argues nevertheless people select parts reality made relevant understood relate other charles sanders peirce widely considered founder pragmatism eventually chose separate intellectually james renaming theory pragmaticism p |
| 3537 |
3592 |
4019 |
Sanctuary |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
Kate Orme, shocked by the discovery of her fiance's complicity in a tragedy, and by society's willingness to overlook such transgressions, nevertheless marries him. Years later, her son faces a moral crisis similar to the one that showed her his father's moral weakness. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/sanctuary-by-edith-wharton/ |
kate orme shocked discovery fiance s complicity tragedy society s willingness overlook transgressions nevertheless marries him years later son faces moral crisis similar one showed father s moral weakness introduction christine dufour p |
| 3538 |
3512 |
3934 |
Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation, Volume 1 |
William W. Mann |
Language learning |
<P>This is Volume 1 of William Mann’s “Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation”. It is part of a series of Self-Taught books written by various authors that include vocabularies of common words, elementary grammars and conversational phrases. The present volume contains thirty-seven vocabularies of common Esperanto words. If you want to learn Esperanto words or improve your Esperanto vocabulary, this volume may be of use to you. Mann writes, in the preface, that his work “supplies very full and comprehensive vocabularies of the words required by the tourist or traveller, visitor or resident abroad, health or pleasure seeker, and professional or business man, together with a large number of conversational sentences of a typical and practical character. The words and phrases are classified according to subject, and the phonetic pronunciation of every word is added in accordance with Marlborough's simple and popular system of phonetics. With the aid of this book anyone may undertake a trip to a foreign land, even if he know nothing of the language of the country he is going to, and, if he will put himself beforehand in communication with Esperantists in the various places he intends to visit, he will find them ready to help him in many ways, and his stay abroad will thus be made much more entertaining and instructive than if he had spent his time in the conventional manner of the ordinary tourist. A further great advantage of this international language is, that it opens up to the traveller, not merely one particular country, but the whole of Europe.”<BR><BR>(Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)<BR>For convenience, his book has been divided into 3 volumes in this audiobook version, the other 2 volumes will be recorded in the future.</P> |
Esperanto |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/esperanto-self-taught-with-phonetic-pronunciation-volume-1-by-mann-william-w |
p this volume 1 william mann s esperanto self taught phonetic pronunciation part series self taught books written various authors include vocabularies common words elementary grammars conversational phrases present volume contains thirty seven vocabularies common esperanto words want learn esperanto words improve esperanto vocabulary volume may use you mann writes preface work supplies full comprehensive vocabularies words required tourist traveller visitor resident abroad health pleasure seeker professional business man together large number conversational sentences typical practical character words phrases classified according subject phonetic pronunciation every word added accordance marlborough s simple popular system phonetics aid book anyone may undertake trip foreign land even know nothing language country going to and put beforehand communication esperantists various places intends visit find ready help many ways stay abroad thus made much entertaining instructive spent time conventional manner ordinary tourist great advantage international language is opens traveller merely one particular country whole europe br br summary nicholas james bridgewater br for convenience book divided 3 volumes audiobook version 2 volumes recorded future p |
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3513 |
3935 |
Ethics |
Benedict de Spinoza |
Early Modern |
<P>The Ethics is a philosophical book written by Baruch Spinoza. It was written in Latin. Although it was published posthumously in 1677, it is his most famous work, and is considered his magnum opus.<BR>In The Ethics, Spinoza attempts to demonstrate a "fully cohesive philosophical system that strives to provide a coherent picture of reality and to comprehend the meaning of an ethical life. Following a logical step-by-step format, it defines in turn the nature of God, the mind, human bondage to the emotions, and the power of understanding -- moving from a consideration of the eternal, to speculate upon humanity's place in the natural order, freedom, and the path to attainable happiness."(Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-ethics-by-spinoza-benedict-de/ |
p the ethics philosophical book written baruch spinoza written latin although published posthumously 1677 famous work considered magnum opus br in ethics spinoza attempts demonstrate fully cohesive philosophical system strives provide coherent picture reality comprehend meaning ethical life following logical step by step format defines turn nature god mind human bondage emotions power understanding moving consideration eternal speculate upon humanity s place natural order freedom path attainable happiness wikipedia p |
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3514 |
3936 |
People of the Crater |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
<p>An air force pilot adrift in peacetime is recruited to join an Antarctic expedition. When a strange mist downs his plane he discovers an ancient alien civilization which has prophesized his arrival. Now he and his faithful pet Ana must descend to the depths of the crater and face the Black Ones in order to rescue the fair Thrala, daughter of the Ancient Ones. – Andre Norton (Alice Mary Norton) was a popular author of science fiction and fantasy who began publishing stories in the early 1930s. “The People of the Crater” was first published in volume 1 number 1 of Fantasy Book in 1947. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/the-people-of-the-crater-by-andre-norton/ |
p an air force pilot adrift peacetime recruited join antarctic expedition strange mist downs plane discovers ancient alien civilization prophesized arrival faithful pet ana must descend depths crater face black ones order rescue fair thrala daughter ancient ones andre norton alice mary norton popular author science fiction fantasy began publishing stories early 1930s the people crater first published volume 1 number 1 fantasy book 1947 summary gregg margarite p |
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3515 |
3937 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 016 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, science, literature, sports, education, humor, philosophy, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-016/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history science literature sports education humor philosophy nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
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3516 |
3938 |
Odyssey. (Book 6) |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<p>Nausicaa, daughter of Alcinous, king of the Phaeacians, is asleep when Athena comes to her to suggest that she go down to the river the next morning, with her attendants. So the next morning Nausicaa persuades her parents to lend her a wagon to take clothes down to the river for washing.<br /><br />The party goes down to the washing pool. Nausicaa is about to fold and put away the clothing when the ship-wrecked Odysseus, who is asleep nearby, wakes up. He wonders where he is.<br /><br />Grabbing an olive branch to hide his modesty, he walks out, caked in salt from the sea and looking terrible. The attendants run away at sight of him, but Nausicaa stands her ground. Odysseus thinks that she might be a goddess, perhaps Artemis. He then tells her that he has been at sea for 20 days, harassed by the god Poseidon, and only came on shore the previous day. He asks Nausicaa for some clothes and if she can tell him how he can get to town.<br /><br />Nausicaa says fate is in Zeus’ hands, but that since Odysseus has reached her country, and she is the daughter of the king, she won't let him go without clothes. She tells her attendants not to be afraid, and to wash the stranger in the river. They give him clothes and an oil flask. He asks them to go away so he can bathe.<br /><br /> Odysseus,washed and dressed, looks like a god. Nausicaa says she would like someone like him to be her husband. She tells her attendants to give him food and drink.<br /><br />Then Nausicaa packs up the wagon and tells Odysseus to follow behind, but that, to prevent scandal,he must stop at a grove that is sacred to Athena. He is to wait there until she gets back to the palace. Only then should he come out. He should then enter the city, find the palace, and look for Nausicaa's mother because, if Nausicaa's mother takes to him, all will be well and he will be helped to go on his way home.<br /><br />They set off, and reach the sacred grove that evening.<br /><br />(Summary by hefyd)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-odyssey-book-6-by-homer/ |
p nausicaa daughter alcinous king phaeacians asleep athena comes suggest go river next morning attendants next morning nausicaa persuades parents lend wagon take clothes river washing br br the party goes washing pool nausicaa fold put away clothing ship wrecked odysseus asleep nearby wakes up wonders is br br grabbing olive branch hide modesty walks out caked salt sea looking terrible attendants run away sight him nausicaa stands ground odysseus thinks might goddess perhaps artemis tells sea 20 days harassed god poseidon came shore previous day asks nausicaa clothes tell get town br br nausicaa says fate zeus hands since odysseus reached country daughter king let go without clothes tells attendants afraid wash stranger river give clothes oil flask asks go away bathe br br odysseus washed dressed looks like god nausicaa says would like someone like husband tells attendants give food drink br br then nausicaa packs wagon tells odysseus follow behind that prevent scandal he must stop grove sacred athena wait gets back palace come out enter city find palace look nausicaa s mother because nausicaa s mother takes him well helped go way home br br they set off reach sacred grove evening br br summary hefyd p |
| 3543 |
3517 |
3939 |
It's Like This, Cat (Version 2) |
Emily Neville |
Animals & Nature |
This novel won the Newbery Medal for excellence in American children's literature in 1964. This delightful story revolves around a 14 year old boy, Dave and his adopted cat, called just "Cat", who turns his ordinary everyday life into an exciting roller-coaster ride. (Summary by Neeru Iyer) </p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/its-like-this-cat-by-emily-neville-2/ |
novel newbery medal excellence american children s literature 1964 delightful story revolves around 14 year old boy dave adopted cat called cat turns ordinary everyday life exciting roller coaster ride summary neeru iyer p |
| 3544 |
3518 |
3940 |
Merry Clappum Junction |
Arnold Kennedy |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<br />This is a jolly little book about a little boy, a dog, a train and a house. But not an ordinary train, oh no, and not an ordinary house either! And there are songs, too. The Preface is short, dull and only for the grown-ups. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/merry-clappum-junction-by-arnold-kennedy/ |
br this jolly little book little boy dog train house ordinary train oh no ordinary house either songs too preface short dull grown ups summary ruth golding br br |
| 3545 |
3628 |
4059 |
In the Year of Jubilee |
George Gissing |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The Jubilee marks the fiftieth year of the reign of Queen Victoria. Dickensian in its sweeping scope of London life, Jubilee depicts the harsh and disreputable conditions of lower-middle class life at the end of the 19th century. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-year-of-jubilee-by-george-gissing/ |
jubilee marks fiftieth year reign queen victoria dickensian sweeping scope london life jubilee depicts harsh disreputable conditions lower middle class life end 19th century introduction s kovalchik p |
| 3546 |
3519 |
3941 |
Knyght Ther Was |
Robert F. Young |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Science Fiction |
<p>"But the Knyght was a little less than perfect, and his horse did not have a metabolism, and his 'castle' was much more mobile - timewise! - than it had any business being!" In 2178, once time travel had become a simple task, it had also been outlawed. Those who chose to ingnore this law were known as time-thieves, and Tom Mallory was among the best of them. When he learns the precise whereabouts of the Holy Grail in 542, he sets out to obtain it with the intention of returning it to the 22nd century to make a handsome profit and to settle on Get-Rich-Quick Street. Off to the year 542 he travels to the castle of Carbonek where the great Knight Sir Launcelot is said to have possession of the Sangraal. (Summary by Roger Melin with quote from Analog Science Fact & Fiction July 1963)<p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/a-knyght-ther-was-by-robert-f-young/ |
p but knyght little less perfect horse metabolism castle much mobile timewise business being 2178 time travel become simple task also outlawed chose ingnore law known time thieves tom mallory among best them learns precise whereabouts holy grail 542 sets obtain intention returning 22nd century make handsome profit settle get rich quick street year 542 travels castle carbonek great knight sir launcelot said possession sangraal summary roger melin quote analog science fact fiction july 1963 p |
| 3547 |
3520 |
3942 |
Ethical Engineer |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
“The Ethical Engineer” also known as “Deathworld II” finds our hero Jason dinAlt captured to face justice for his crimes, but the ever-wily gambler crashes his transport on a primitive planet populated by clans that hoard knowledge. It’s a difficult situation for a guy who just wants to get back to Pyrrus. – The Ethical Engineer was first published in the July and August 1963 issues of Analog Science Fact & Fiction. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-ethical-engineer-by-harry-harrison/ |
the ethical engineer also known deathworld ii finds hero jason dinalt captured face justice crimes ever wily gambler crashes transport primitive planet populated clans hoard knowledge it s difficult situation guy wants get back pyrrus ethical engineer first published july august 1963 issues analog science fact fiction summary gregg margarite p |
| 3548 |
3521 |
3943 |
Schnee |
Alexander Lange Kielland |
General Fiction |
<p>Als Johannes an Ostern mit seiner Verlobten Gabriele seine Eltern besucht, kommt es zu Spannungen zwischen seinem Vater und Gabriele. Der Vater, Daniel Jürges, ist ein einflussreicher Priester und ein überzeugter Gegner der modernen Ansichten, die einen kritischen Standpunkt der Kirche gegenüber vertreten. Für den Vater ist klar, dass Johannes seinem Beispiel folgen und ebenfalls Prediger werden wird, während Gabriele fest davon überzeugt ist, dass Johannes das nicht will.\n(Zusammenfassung von Jessi)</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/schnee-by-alexander-lange-kielland/ |
p als johannes ostern mit seiner verlobten gabriele seine eltern besucht kommt es zu spannungen zwischen seinem vater und gabriele der vater daniel jürges ist ein einflussreicher priester und ein überzeugter gegner der modernen ansichten die einen kritischen standpunkt der kirche gegenüber vertreten für den vater ist klar dass johannes seinem beispiel folgen und ebenfalls prediger werden wird während gabriele fest davon überzeugt ist dass johannes das nicht will zusammenfassung von jessi p |
| 3549 |
3522 |
3944 |
All Things Can Tempt Me |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of <em>All Things Can Tempt Me</em> by W. B. Yeats, from <em>The Green Helmet and Other Poems</em> (1912). This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 17th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/all-things-can-tempt-me-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings em all things tempt me em w b yeats em the green helmet poems em 1912 weekly poetry project january 17th 2010 br br |
| 3550 |
3523 |
3945 |
Idle Ideas in 1905 |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction |
Back in 1905 Jerome K. Jerome shared his thoughts on a variety of subjects, including "Should Women Be Beautiful?", "Should Soldiers Be Polite?" and "Is The American Husband Made Entirely Of Stained Glass?". Each subject is analysed and commented on in the witty and satirical style we've grown to expect from the author.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/idle-ideas-in-1905-by-jerome-jerome-k/ |
back 1905 jerome k jerome shared thoughts variety subjects including should women beautiful should soldiers polite is american husband made entirely stained glass subject analysed commented witty satirical style we ve grown expect author p |
| 3551 |
3524 |
3946 |
Five Lectures on Blindness |
Kate M. Foley |
Essays & Short Works |
The [five] lectures were written primarily to be delivered at the summer sessions of the University of California, at Berkeley and at Los Angeles, in the summer of 1918. . . they are the outgrowth of almost a quarter of a century spent in work for the blind, and were written from the standpoint of a blind person, seeking to better the condition of the blind. They were addressed not to the blind, but to the seeing public, for the benefit that will accrue to the blind from a better understanding of their problems. (Extract from the Forward by Milton J. Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/five-lectures-on-blindness-by-kate-m-foley/ |
five lectures written primarily delivered summer sessions university california berkeley los angeles summer 1918 outgrowth almost quarter century spent work blind written standpoint blind person seeking better condition blind addressed blind seeing public benefit accrue blind better understanding problems extract forward milton j ferguson p |
| 3552 |
3525 |
3947 |
Second Thoughts Of An Idle Fellow |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
A second volume of humorous essays on various subjects, following the success of Idle thoughts Of An Idle Fellow. (Summary by Chris Garbett)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/second-thoughts-of-an-idle-fellow-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
second volume humorous essays various subjects following success idle thoughts idle fellow summary chris garbett p |
| 3553 |
3526 |
3948 |
British & American Periodical Articles 1852-1905 |
Various |
Literary Collections |
<p>A dozen assorted articles from British and American periodicals, including The Atlantic Monthly, Punch, The Chicago Record-Herald, Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, The Library, St. Nicholas, American Missionary, The Great Events by Famous Historians, and The Continental Monthly. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/british-and-american-periodical-articles/ |
p a dozen assorted articles british american periodicals including atlantic monthly punch chicago record herald chambers s edinburgh journal lippincott s magazine popular literature science library st nicholas american missionary great events famous historians continental monthly summary bellonatimes p |
| 3554 |
3712 |
4146 |
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This wonderful children’s short story tells all about the youth, manhood and old age of Santa Claus and how he became immortal. (Introduction by jedopi)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-version-2-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p this wonderful children s short story tells youth manhood old age santa claus became immortal introduction jedopi p |
| 3555 |
3527 |
3949 |
Year Amongst the Persians |
Edward Granville Browne |
Travel & Geography, Other religions |
Edward Granville Browne, born in Stouts Hill, Uley, Gloucestershire, England, was a British orientalist who published numerous articles and books of academic value, mainly in the areas of history and literature. His works are respected for their scholarship, uniqueness, and style. He published in areas which few other Western scholars had explored to any sufficient degree. He used a language and style that showed high respect for everybody, even toward those he personally did not view in positive light. In A Year Amongst the Persians (1893) he wrote a sympathetic portrayal of a Persian society which few Westerners had ever seen, including a frank account of the effects of opium. It did not attract the attention it deserved at the time of its initial publication, but after his death in 1926 it was reprinted and became a classic in English travel literature. A Year Amongst the Persians includes moving accounts of the Bahá’í community in Iran. Concerning his meetings with the Bahá’ís of Iran, Browne writes: “The memory of those assemblies can never fade from my mind; the recollection of those faces and those tones no time can efface. I have gazed with awe on the workings of a mighty Spirit, and I marvel whereunto it tends”.<br><br>Edward G. Browne referred to Bahá’ís as Bábís, but this was a mistake on his part. Siyyid ‘Alí-Muhammad-i-Shírází (1819-1850), known as the “Báb”, which is Arabic for “Gate”, proclaimed that He was the Promised One of Islám. He declared His mission in 1844 and was executed by the Persian government in 1850. His followers were known as Bábís. The Báb also proclaimed that He was the Gate, Herald and Forerunner of an even greater Manifestation of God who would come after Him, the Promised One of all religions and Return of Christ in the Glory of the Father. In 1863, Mírzá Husyan-‘Alí-yi-Núrí (1817-1892), known as Bahá’u’lláh (Arabic for “The Glory of God”), proclaimed that He was the Promised One foretold by the Báb. By the time Browne arrived in Iran, most Bábís had already accepted Bahá’u’lláh as the Promised One and were now known as Bahá’ís. A small group of Bábís, led by Mírzá Yahyá Núrí, known as Azal, who was Bahá’u’lláh’s younger half-brother, rejected these claims. Azal is notorious for poisoning his own Brother (i.e. Bahá’u’lláh) as well as trying to assassinate other enemies on numerous occasions. While the Báb had made Azal His nominal successor, this was only until the Promised One were to appear, upon which time Azal’s authority was supposed to cease. Most Bábís realised Azal’s depravity and turned to Bahá’u’lláh, whose character and spirituality were unsurpassed. Browne was sympathetic to Azal’s claims but was also impressed by the spirituality of the Bahá’í community. The followers of Azal (sometimes spelled Ezel) were known as Azalís.<br><br>While Browne’s sympathetic views on Azal were misguided, he made a great contribution to Bahá’í studies through his translations of historical works and his accounts of the Bahá’í community. Amongst Persians, at a time when nearly the whole nation was highly suspicious of foreigners, and in particular of any British or Russian person due to the political dynamics of that time, Edward Browne was well accepted by the people who knew him and his works. He is well remembered today, and a street named after him in Tehran, as well as his statue, remained even after the Iranian revolution in 1979.<br><br>(Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-year-amongst-the-persians-by-edward-granville-brown/ |
edward granville browne born stouts hill uley gloucestershire england british orientalist published numerous articles books academic value mainly areas history literature works respected scholarship uniqueness style published areas western scholars explored sufficient degree used language style showed high respect everybody even toward personally view positive light year amongst persians 1893 wrote sympathetic portrayal persian society westerners ever seen including frank account effects opium attract attention deserved time initial publication death 1926 reprinted became classic english travel literature year amongst persians includes moving accounts bahá í community iran concerning meetings bahá ís iran browne writes the memory assemblies never fade mind recollection faces tones time efface gazed awe workings mighty spirit marvel whereunto tends br br edward g browne referred bahá ís bábís mistake part siyyid alí muhammad i shírází 1819 1850 known báb arabic gate proclaimed promised one islám declared mission 1844 executed persian government 1850 followers known bábís báb also proclaimed gate herald forerunner even greater manifestation god would come him promised one religions return christ glory father 1863 mírzá husyan alí yi núrí 1817 1892 known bahá u lláh arabic the glory god proclaimed promised one foretold báb time browne arrived iran bábís already accepted bahá u lláh promised one known bahá ís small group bábís led mírzá yahyá núrí known azal bahá u lláh s younger half brother rejected claims azal notorious poisoning brother i e bahá u lláh well trying assassinate enemies numerous occasions báb made azal nominal successor promised one appear upon time azal s authority supposed cease bábís realised azal s depravity turned bahá u lláh whose character spirituality unsurpassed browne sympathetic azal s claims also impressed spirituality bahá í community followers azal sometimes spelled ezel known azalís br br while browne s sympathetic views azal misguided made great contribution bahá í studies translations historical works accounts bahá í community amongst persians time nearly whole nation highly suspicious foreigners particular british russian person due political dynamics time edward browne well accepted people knew works well remembered today street named tehran well statue remained even iranian revolution 1979 br br summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 3556 |
3528 |
3950 |
Wanderings of Oisin |
William Butler Yeats |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Narratives |
<p>This narrative poem is composed in three parts, and consists of a dialogue between the aged Irish hero Oisín and St. Patrick. <br/><br/>\n\nOison relates his three-hundred year sojourn in the immortal isles of Faerie. In the isles, Oison married the beautiful Sidhe Niamh: together they traveled, feasted, and quested. At last Oison succumbs to the temptation to return and visit the lands of mortal men: inadvertently slipping from his faerie horse, his body touches the ground and instantly puts on the flesh of a decrepit old man. <br/><br/>\n\nOison describes various islands and what he did there: contrasting his noble deeds with the degenerate weakness of the present generation. <br/><br/>\n\n(Summary by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-wanderings-of-oisin-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
p this narrative poem composed three parts consists dialogue aged irish hero oisín st patrick br br oison relates three hundred year sojourn immortal isles faerie isles oison married beautiful sidhe niamh together traveled feasted quested last oison succumbs temptation return visit lands mortal men inadvertently slipping faerie horse body touches ground instantly puts flesh decrepit old man br br oison describes various islands there contrasting noble deeds degenerate weakness present generation br br summary godsend p |
| 3557 |
3529 |
3951 |
Rheinsberg |
Kurt Tucholsky |
Romance, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
Ein Bilderbuch für Verliebte. Claire und Wolfgang, ein verliebtes Paar aus Berlin fahren für einige Tage nach Rheinsberg. (Summary by Wolfgang)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/rheinsberg-by-kurt-tucholsky/ |
ein bilderbuch für verliebte claire und wolfgang ein verliebtes paar aus berlin fahren für einige tage nach rheinsberg summary wolfgang p |
| 3558 |
3530 |
3952 |
Jock of the Bushveld |
Sir James Percy Fitzpatrick |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Animals |
<p>Jock of the Bushveld is a true story by South African author Sir Percy Fitzpatrick when he worked as a storeman, prospector's assistant, journalist and ox-wagon transport-rider. The book tells of Fitzpatrick's travels with his dog, Jock, during the 1880s. Jock was saved by Fitzpatrick from being drowned in a bucket for being the runt of the litter. Jock was very loyal towards Percy, and brave. Jock was an English Staffordshire Bull Terrier. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/jock-of-the-bushveld-by-sir-percy-fitzpatrick/ |
p jock bushveld true story south african author sir percy fitzpatrick worked storeman prospector s assistant journalist ox wagon transport rider book tells fitzpatrick s travels dog jock 1880s jock saved fitzpatrick drowned bucket runt litter jock loyal towards percy brave jock english staffordshire bull terrier summary wikipedia p |
| 3559 |
3531 |
3953 |
Farmer's Bride |
Charlotte Mew |
Poetry, Single author |
<p><i>The Farmer's Bride</i> is a collection of 28 poems by British modernist writer Charlotte Mew. The original edition was published in 1916; this edition, published in 1921, contains 11 more poems. Mew's poetry is varied in style and content, but manifests a concern with gender issues throughout. Mew's life was marked by loneliness and depression, and she eventually committed suicide. Her work earned her the admiration of her peers, including Virginia Woolf, who characterized her as "very good and quite unlike anyone else." (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-farmers-bride-by-charlotte-mew/ |
p i the farmer s bride i collection 28 poems british modernist writer charlotte mew original edition published 1916 edition published 1921 contains 11 poems mew s poetry varied style content manifests concern gender issues throughout mew s life marked loneliness depression eventually committed suicide work earned admiration peers including virginia woolf characterized very good quite unlike anyone else summary elizabeth klett p |
| 3560 |
3532 |
3954 |
Little Swiss Sojourn |
William Dean Howells |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>A charming brief account of a two months' autumnal stay on the shores of the Lake of Geneva. Howells, who was there with his family traveling from England to Italy, has a sharp eye not only for scenery and architecture, but for people and customs, both Swiss and foreign. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-swiss-sojurn-by-william-dean-howells/ |
p a charming brief account two months autumnal stay shores lake geneva howells family traveling england italy sharp eye scenery architecture people customs swiss foreign summary nicholas clifford p |
| 3561 |
3533 |
3956 |
Tartarin of Tarascon |
Alphonse Daudet |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The story tells the burlesque adventures of Tartarin, a local hero of Tarascon, a small town in southern France, whose invented adventures and reputation as a swashbuckler finally force him to travel to a very prosaic Algiers in search of lions. <br/> (Summary by Wikipedia, modified by Nadine)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/tartarin-of-tarascon-by-alphonse-daudet/ |
p the story tells burlesque adventures tartarin local hero tarascon small town southern france whose invented adventures reputation swashbuckler finally force travel prosaic algiers search lions br summary wikipedia modified nadine p |
| 3562 |
7185 |
7786 |
Airlords of Han |
Philip Francis Nowlan |
Science Fiction |
Airlords of Han is the 2nd Buck Rogers story, the sequel to Armageddon 2419 A.D.. Anthony Rogers takes the fight to free 25th Century America to the Han overlords. From the March, 1929 issue of Amazing Stories. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd) |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/the-airlords-of-han-by-philip-francis-nowland/ |
airlords han 2nd buck rogers story sequel armageddon 2419 a d anthony rogers takes fight free 25th century america han overlords march 1929 issue amazing stories summary alan winterrowd |
| 3563 |
3536 |
3959 |
Alonzo Fitz and Other Stories |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
A collection of Twain short stories including:<BR />The Loves Of Alonzo Fitz<BR />Clarence And Rosannah Ethelton<BR />On The Decay Of The Art Of Lying<BR />About Magnanimous-Incident Literature<BR />The Grateful Poodle<BR />The Benevolent Author<BR />The Grateful Husband<BR />Punch, Brothers, Punch<BR />The Great Revolution In Pitcairn<BR />The Canvasser's Tale<BR />An Encounter With An Interviewer<BR />Paris Notes<BR />Legend Of Sagenfeld, In Germany<BR />Speech On The Babies<BR />Speech On The Weather<BR />Concerning The American Language<BR />Rogers<BR />(Summary from Project Gutenberg)<p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/alonso-fitz-and-other-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
collection twain short stories including br the loves alonzo fitz br clarence rosannah ethelton br on decay art lying br about magnanimous incident literature br the grateful poodle br the benevolent author br the grateful husband br punch brothers punch br the great revolution pitcairn br the canvasser s tale br an encounter interviewer br paris notes br legend sagenfeld germany br speech babies br speech weather br concerning american language br rogers br summary project gutenberg p |
| 3564 |
3537 |
3960 |
Story of My Life (Version 2) |
Helen Keller |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>An autobiography of Helen Keller published when the author was still in her early 20's. The narrative reveals how her mind developed and matured until she began her studies at Radcliffe College (Summary by George Cooney)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-my-life-by-helen-keller-2/ |
p an autobiography helen keller published author still early 20 s narrative reveals mind developed matured began studies radcliffe college summary george cooney p |
| 3565 |
3538 |
3961 |
Tribulations of a Chinaman in China |
Jules Verne |
General Fiction |
<p>The rich and phlegmatic Kin-Fo loses his fortune and decides to die, but not before experiencing some strong emotions. He asks his friend Wang to kill him before a given date. Everything changes when Kin-Fo discovers he is not poor after all and he sets on a journey around China, trying to find his friend to cancel their deal. (Summary by Nadine)</p>Proof-Listeners: Patrick Wells, Jeanie, Nadine Eckert-Boulet, stonie1914 |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-tribulations-of-a-chinaman-in-china-by-jules-verne/ |
p the rich phlegmatic kin fo loses fortune decides die experiencing strong emotions asks friend wang kill given date everything changes kin fo discovers poor sets journey around china trying find friend cancel deal summary nadine p proof listeners patrick wells jeanie nadine eckert boulet stonie1914 |
| 3566 |
3539 |
3962 |
Broquéis |
João da Cruz e Sousa |
Poetry |
<p>Cruz e Sousa foi um poeta brasileiro, considerado um dos precursores do movimento simbolista no Brasil. Seus poemas são marcados pela musicalidade e pelo sensualismo, mesclado com uma espiritualidade e religiosidade de maneira às vezes espantosa. <i>Broquéis</i> foi seu livro de estréia, e contém algumas de suas obras mais famosas, como o poema <i>Antífona</i>, peça de abertura do livro. (Sumário escrito por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/broqueis-by-cruz-e-sousa/ |
p cruz e sousa foi um poeta brasileiro considerado um dos precursores movimento simbolista brasil seus poemas são marcados pela musicalidade e pelo sensualismo mesclado com uma espiritualidade e religiosidade de maneira às vezes espantosa i broquéis i foi seu livro de estréia e contém algumas de suas obras mais famosas como poema i antífona i peça de abertura livro sumário escrito por leni p |
| 3567 |
3540 |
3963 |
Holidays at Roselands |
Martha Finley |
Children's Fiction, Religion |
<p>This is the second book of the much loved Elsie Dinsmore series and starts where the first book left off. Elsie is still recuperating from her weakness, with her kind and indulgent father by her side.<br/><br/>\nThe story revolves around how a strong bond of love and understanding takes root between the father and daughter, as they holiday at Roselands, and visit exciting places, with some of our favorite friends from the first book, Mr. Travilla, Adelaide, Chloe, Lora and the others. (Summary by Neeru Iyer)<br/><br/>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/elsie-dinsmore-by-martha-finley/">Elsie Dinsmore</a><br/>\nNext book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/elsies-girlhood-by-martha-finley/">Elsie's Girlhood</a></p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/holidays-at-roselands-by-martha-finley/ |
p this second book much loved elsie dinsmore series starts first book left off elsie still recuperating weakness kind indulgent father side br br story revolves around strong bond love understanding takes root father daughter holiday roselands visit exciting places favorite friends first book mr travilla adelaide chloe lora others summary neeru iyer br br previous book series a href http librivox org elsie dinsmore by martha finley elsie dinsmore a br next book series a href http librivox org elsies girlhood by martha finley elsie s girlhood a p |
| 3568 |
3541 |
3964 |
Laddie |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Based on the author's own life, this book tells the story of "little sister". The youngest of eleven, she is unwanted in the beginning. The brother who loved her most, and whom she loved most in the world, is Laddie. She is almost lonely, and it's hard for her to study, so her comfort is nature. In an unforgettable way, which is funny and sad, little sister tells us her story. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/laddie-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
p based author s life book tells story little sister youngest eleven unwanted beginning brother loved most loved world laddie almost lonely hard study comfort nature unforgettable way funny sad little sister tells us story summary stav nisser p |
| 3569 |
3542 |
3965 |
Iliad of Homer |
Homer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>"The Iliad is an epic poem in dactylic hexameters, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set in the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of Ilium, by a coalition of Greek States, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles. Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war, the Iliad mentions or alludes to many of the Greek legends about the siege" (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-iliad-of-homer-by-homer/ |
p the iliad epic poem dactylic hexameters traditionally attributed homer set trojan war ten year siege ilium coalition greek states tells battles events weeks quarrel king agamemnon warrior achilles although story covers weeks final year war iliad mentions alludes many greek legends siege summary wikipedia p |
| 3570 |
3543 |
3966 |
Henry Ford's Own Story |
Rose Wilder Lane |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Rose Wilder Lane was a newspaper reporter, free-lance writer, political activist, and the daughter of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the "Little House" series of popular children's books. In this biography of Henry Ford, Ms. Lane worked directly with Ford to tell his story from his birth to his founding of the Ford Motor Company and his use of modern assembly lines to mass produce his cars. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/henry-fords-own-story-by-rose-wilder-lane/ |
p rose wilder lane newspaper reporter free lance writer political activist daughter laura ingalls wilder author little house series popular children s books biography henry ford ms lane worked directly ford tell story birth founding ford motor company use modern assembly lines mass produce cars summary lee ann howlett p |
| 3571 |
3546 |
3969 |
Officer 666 |
Barton Wood Currie |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Bored with his life as a wealthy businessman's only son, Travers Gladwin learns of a plot by a renowned art burglar to rob his house, so rather than thwart the planned burglary, he borrows a police uniform from a friend and decides to confront the robber by posing as an officer. When the burglar arrives at the house, he tries to pass himself off as Travers Gladwin. From there, things only get more complicated, including the arrival of the burglar's girlfriend who believes that her beau is the wealthy man's son. Comical and timely, the book was made into a movie multiple times, each hugely successful. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/officer-666-by-barton-wood-currie-and-augustin-mchugh/ |
bored life wealthy businessman s son travers gladwin learns plot renowned art burglar rob house rather thwart planned burglary borrows police uniform friend decides confront robber posing officer burglar arrives house tries pass travers gladwin there things get complicated including arrival burglar s girlfriend believes beau wealthy man s son comical timely book made movie multiple times hugely successful summary roger melin p |
| 3572 |
3547 |
3970 |
Benito Cereno |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>On an island off the coast of Chile, Captain Amaso Delano, sailing an American sealer, sees the San Dominick, a Spanish slave ship, in obvious distress. Capt. Delano boards the San Dominick, providing needed supplies, and tries to learn from her aloof and disturbed captain, Benito Cereno, the story of how this ship came to be where she is. Dealing with racism, the slave trade, madness, the tension between representation and reality, and featuring at least one unreliable narrator, Melville's novella has both captivated and frustrated critics for decades. (Summary by Nullifidian)</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/benito-cereno-by-herman-melville/ |
p on island coast chile captain amaso delano sailing american sealer sees san dominick spanish slave ship obvious distress capt delano boards san dominick providing needed supplies tries learn aloof disturbed captain benito cereno story ship came is dealing racism slave trade madness tension representation reality featuring least one unreliable narrator melville s novella captivated frustrated critics decades summary nullifidian p |
| 3573 |
3548 |
3971 |
Gallipoli Diary |
John Graham Gillam |
War & Military, Memoirs |
<p>Major John Graham Gillam, British Supply Officer, wrote in his World War I <i>Gallipoli Diary</i> that when he sailed from England for the Dardanelles in March, 1915, he had visions of <i>“trekking up the Gallipoli Peninsula with the Navy bombarding a way for us up the Straits and along the coast-line of the Sea of Marmora, until after a brief campaign we entered triumphantly Constantinople, there to meet the Russian Army, which would link up with ourselves to form part of a great chain encircling and throttling the Central Empires. . . We little appreciated the difficulties of the task,”</i> he continues, in potent understatement.<br/><br/>\n\nGillam’s charge was shepherding supplies--food and munitions--from beach depots to the trenches for a brigade of 4000 men. Since it was his first experience with “real war,” he decided to keep a diary, which he did from the day he landed at Gallipoli (April 25, 1915) until he was evacuated at the end of the campaign in January 1916. He aptly states in the preface to the published version of his diary: <i>“those who desire to survey the whole amazing Gallipoli campaign in perspective must look elsewhere than in these pages. Their sole object was to record the personal impressions, feeling, and doings from day to day of one supply officer to a Division whose gallantry in that campaign well earned for it the epithet “Immortal.”</i>\n<br><br>As the campaign intensifies, Gillam’s entries mature. Early on (May 30), a sample entry: <i>“This afternoon I ride . . . to Morto Bay, and on the way have a delightful cross-country canter. I have difficulty, though, in making my mare jump trenches. She jumped hurdles at Warwick race-course like a bird.”</i> A month later, on June 30, <i>“The smell of dead bodies is at times almost unbearable in the trenches, and chloride of lime is thrown over them. I know of no more sickly smell than chloride of lime with the smell of a dead body blended in.”</i> Another month, and respect for the Turks, and also for the rugged terrain of the peninsula is evident (August 29): <i>“Behind me, purple Turkish hills, every point of which is held by the enemy. Then in between our line and the hills the scrubby low-lying country. . . I look at it hopelessly--for I know now, as we all do, that the conquest of the Peninsula is more than we can hope for. All that is left to us is to hang on day by day. . . Death in various forms walks with us always . . .”</i>\n<br><br>Today, the Turkish Government maintains a war memorial and cemeteries at the Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park. Memories are very much alive there. Preserved trenches and the sad graves of many, many soldiers from both sides of the conflict are made especially poignant by the beauty of the setting-- the sea and high hills beyond.<br><br>(Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/gallipoli-diary-by-john-graham-gillam/ |
p major john graham gillam british supply officer wrote world war i gallipoli diary i sailed england dardanelles march 1915 visions i trekking gallipoli peninsula navy bombarding way us straits along coast line sea marmora brief campaign entered triumphantly constantinople meet russian army would link form part great chain encircling throttling central empires little appreciated difficulties task i continues potent understatement br br gillam s charge shepherding supplies food munitions from beach depots trenches brigade 4000 men since first experience real war decided keep diary day landed gallipoli april 25 1915 evacuated end campaign january 1916 aptly states preface published version diary i those desire survey whole amazing gallipoli campaign perspective must look elsewhere pages sole object record personal impressions feeling doings day day one supply officer division whose gallantry campaign well earned epithet immortal i br br as campaign intensifies gillam s entries mature early may 30 sample entry i this afternoon ride morto bay way delightful cross country canter difficulty though making mare jump trenches jumped hurdles warwick race course like bird i month later june 30 i the smell dead bodies times almost unbearable trenches chloride lime thrown them know sickly smell chloride lime smell dead body blended in i another month respect turks also rugged terrain peninsula evident august 29 i behind me purple turkish hills every point held enemy line hills scrubby low lying country look hopelessly for know now do conquest peninsula hope for left us hang day day death various forms walks us always i br br today turkish government maintains war memorial cemeteries gallipoli peninsula historical national park memories much alive there preserved trenches sad graves many many soldiers sides conflict made especially poignant beauty setting sea high hills beyond br br summary sue anderson p |
| 3574 |
3549 |
3972 |
Letter to Her Husband |
Anne Bradstreet |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of A Letter to Her Husband (Absent upon Public Employment) by Anne Bradstreet. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 24th, 2010.<p>\n |
English |
1632 |
https://librivox.org/a-letter-to-her-husband-by-anne-bradstreet/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings letter husband absent upon public employment anne bradstreet fortnightly poetry project january 24th 2010 p |
| 3575 |
3550 |
3974 |
Twelve Months |
George Ellis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Twelve Months by George Ellis. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 24th, 2010.<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-twelve-months-by-george-ellis/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings twelve months george ellis weekly poetry project january 24th 2010 p |
| 3576 |
3551 |
3975 |
Man from Glengarry |
Ralph Connor |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>With international book sales in the millions, Ralph Connor was the best-known Canadian novelist of the first two decades of the Twentieth Century. The Man from Glengarry was his most popular and accomplished work. Immediately after its publication in 1901, the novel spent several months in the top ranks of the New York Times "Books in Demand" list.<br><br>We follow the story of Ranald Macdonald, who is shaped by family and community in rural eastern Ontario in the early decades after Canadian confederation. This is a book about the making of men, but also, ultimately, about the making of a nation, as the mature Ranald moves west to take a leadership role in the fledgling province of British Columbia.<br><br>The Man from Glengarry features adventure and romance, and is, above all, a work of serious moral purpose. "Ralph Connor" was the pen-name of the Reverend Charles Gordon, a prominent Canadian minister, and his stories are woven through with his religious convictions. His is a two-fisted Christianity — or, as he said in his autobiography, a religion that can appeal to "red-blooded" people who aren't afraid to engage in physical conflict for causes that they know are right. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-from-glengarry-by-ralph-connor/ |
p with international book sales millions ralph connor best known canadian novelist first two decades twentieth century man glengarry popular accomplished work immediately publication 1901 novel spent several months top ranks new york times books demand list br br we follow story ranald macdonald shaped family community rural eastern ontario early decades canadian confederation book making men also ultimately making nation mature ranald moves west take leadership role fledgling province british columbia br br the man glengarry features adventure romance is all work serious moral purpose ralph connor pen name reverend charles gordon prominent canadian minister stories woven religious convictions two fisted christianity or said autobiography religion appeal red blooded people afraid engage physical conflict causes know right summary bruce pirie p |
| 3577 |
3552 |
3976 |
House of Mirth (Version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
Wharton's classic story of an aging (by Victorian-era standards) spinster socialite who would rather marry for money than for true love.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-mirth-version-2-by-edith-wharton/ |
wharton s classic story aging by victorian era standards spinster socialite would rather marry money true love summary bellonatimes p |
| 3578 |
3553 |
3977 |
Romance of Modern Chemistry |
James C. Philip |
*Non-fiction, Chemistry |
<p>A fascinating look back at the state of the art of chemistry 100 years ago, this book by James C. Philip, PhD, an assistant professor of chemistry at The Imperial College of Science and Technology, Kensington, provides a "description in non-technical language of the diverse and wonderful way which chemical forces are at work, and their manifold application in modern life" in 1910. Professor Philip relates many of the key chemical discoveries of early academic researchers in the context of the practical uses to which these discoveries were applied in the early 20th century. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-modern-chemistry-by-james-c-philip/ |
p a fascinating look back state art chemistry 100 years ago book james c philip phd assistant professor chemistry imperial college science technology kensington provides description non technical language diverse wonderful way chemical forces work manifold application modern life 1910 professor philip relates many key chemical discoveries early academic researchers context practical uses discoveries applied early 20th century summary j m smallheer p |
| 3579 |
3554 |
3978 |
Raiding with Morgan |
Byron A. Dunn |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>It is a fictional tale of cavalry actions during the U.S. Civil War, under General John Morgan. (Summary by M. Craun)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/raiding-with-morgan-by-byron-a-dunn/ |
p it fictional tale cavalry actions u s civil war general john morgan summary m craun p |
| 3580 |
3555 |
3979 |
Ballads of Lost Haven: A Book of the Sea |
Bliss Carman |
Poetry |
<p>This collection of lyric poems evokes the sea in every line, from birth (A Son of the Sea) to death (Outbound). The smells, sights and sounds of the Canada's East Coast feature prominently. (Summary by Sean Michael Hogan)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/ballads-of-lost-haven-a-book-of-the-sea-by-bliss-carman/ |
p this collection lyric poems evokes sea every line birth a son sea death outbound smells sights sounds canada s east coast feature prominently summary sean michael hogan p |
| 3581 |
3556 |
3980 |
On Anything |
Hilaire Belloc |
Essays |
Long before I knew that the speech of men was misused by them and that they lied in the hearing of the gods perpetually, in those early days through which all men have passed, during which one believes what one is told, an old and crusty woman of great wealth, to whom I was describing what I intended to do with life (which in those days seemed to me of infinite duration), said to me, "You are building castles in Spain." I was too much in awe of this woman not on account of the wealth, but on account of the crust to go further into the matter, but it seemed to me a very foolish thing to say, for I had never been to Spain, and I had nothing wherewith to build a castle and indeed such a project had never passed through my head. -- Hilaire Belloc</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/on-anything-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
long knew speech men misused lied hearing gods perpetually early days men passed one believes one told old crusty woman great wealth describing intended life which days seemed infinite duration said me you building castles spain much awe woman account wealth account crust go matter seemed foolish thing say never spain nothing wherewith build castle indeed project never passed head hilaire belloc p |
| 3582 |
3557 |
3981 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 042 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 042: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-042-by-various/ |
p librivox s short story collection 042 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 3583 |
3558 |
3982 |
Aunt Jo's Scrapbag |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, Short works |
<p>A collection of short stories by Louisa May Alcott that were written with the intent to entertain the whole family and to fill children's heads with wonder and delight. (Summary by Jennifer Stearns)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrapbag-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p a collection short stories louisa may alcott written intent entertain whole family fill children s heads wonder delight summary jennifer stearns p |
| 3584 |
3559 |
3983 |
Third Class in Indian Railways |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (1869 – 1948) was the pre-eminent political and spiritual leader of India during the Indian independence movement. He was the pioneer of satyagraha—resistance to tyranny through mass civil disobedience, a philosophy firmly founded upon ahimsa or total nonviolence—which led India to independence and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. Gandhi is commonly known around the world as Mahatma Gandhi and in India also as Bapu. He is officially honoured in India as the Father of the Nation; his birthday, 2 October, is commemorated there as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/third-class-in-indian-railways-by-mohandas-karamchand-gandhi/ |
mohandas karamchand gandhi 1869 1948 pre eminent political spiritual leader india indian independence movement pioneer satyagraha resistance tyranny mass civil disobedience philosophy firmly founded upon ahimsa total nonviolence which led india independence inspired movements civil rights freedom across world gandhi commonly known around world mahatma gandhi india also bapu officially honoured india father nation birthday 2 october commemorated gandhi jayanti national holiday wikipedia p |
| 3585 |
3560 |
3984 |
Window at the White Cat |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>When a clumsy, well-meaning lawyer gets involved with a pair of delightful old maids and a beautiful girl, he must acquire some of the skills of his friends the detective and the newspaperman to solve the puzzle of The White Cat. That’s the name of a back-street political club serving beers, political favors and, occasionally, murder. (Introduction by Robert Keiper)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-window-at-the-white-cat-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
p when clumsy well meaning lawyer gets involved pair delightful old maids beautiful girl must acquire skills friends detective newspaperman solve puzzle white cat that s name back street political club serving beers political favors and occasionally murder introduction robert keiper p |
| 3586 |
3561 |
3985 |
Notes of a War Correspondent |
Richard Harding Davis |
War & Military, History , Memoirs |
<p>Experiences and observations of the journalist in the Cuban-Spanish War, the Greek-Turkish War, the Spanish-American War, the South African War, and the Japanese-Russian War, accompanied by "A War Correspondent’s Kit." (Summary by Neeru Iyer)</p>This project was proof listened by mim@can, Diana Majlinger, and Betty M.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/notes-of-a-war-correspondent-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
p experiences observations journalist cuban spanish war greek turkish war spanish american war south african war japanese russian war accompanied a war correspondent s kit summary neeru iyer p this project proof listened mim can diana majlinger betty m p |
| 3587 |
3562 |
3986 |
Quiet Hints to Growing Preachers |
Charles E. Jefferson |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
<p>Charles Edward Jefferson was pastor of the Broadway Tabernacle in Brooklyn, New York for 33 years. In Quiet Hints, published in 1901, he provided guidance to young preachers on what we would today call ministerial deportment, an old-fashioned word that refers to how a man carries himself, how he presents himself, his manners, his bearing, his habits, and his whole approach to life. Jefferson wrote in short, pithy statements that encapsulate practical truth in just a few words. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/quiet-hints-to-growing-preachers-by-charles-e-jefferson/ |
p charles edward jefferson pastor broadway tabernacle brooklyn new york 33 years quiet hints published 1901 provided guidance young preachers would today call ministerial deportment old fashioned word refers man carries himself presents himself manners bearing habits whole approach life jefferson wrote short pithy statements encapsulate practical truth words summary maryann p |
| 3588 |
3563 |
3987 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 010 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-010-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 3589 |
3564 |
3988 |
Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book 3 |
John Calvin |
Religion, Christianity - Other |
<p>Institutes of the Christian Religion is John Calvin's seminal work on Protestant systematic theology. Highly influential in the Western world and still widely read by theological students today, it was published in Latin in 1536 and in his native French in 1541, with the definitive editions appearing in 1559 (Latin) and in 1560 (French).<br/><br/>The book was written as an introductory textbook on the Protestant faith for those with some learning already and covered a broad range of theological topics from the doctrines of church and sacraments to justification by faith alone and Christian liberty, and it vigorously attacked the teachings of those Calvin considered unorthodox, particularly Roman Catholicism to which Calvin says he had been "strongly devoted" before his conversion to Protestantism. The over-arching theme of the book – and Calvin's greatest theological legacy – is the idea of God's total sovereignty, particularly in salvation and election.<br/><br/>The Institutes are a primary reference for the system of doctrine adopted by the Reformed churches, usually called Calvinism. <br/><br/>Book Three of the Institutes, "which contains a full exposition of the Third Part of the Apostles’ Creed, treats of the mode of procuring the grace of Christ, the benefits which we derive and the effects which follow from it, or of the operations of the Holy Spirit in regard to our salvation." (Summary from Wikipedia & Book 3 Argument)</p> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-3-by-john-calvin/ |
p institutes christian religion john calvin s seminal work protestant systematic theology highly influential western world still widely read theological students today published latin 1536 native french 1541 definitive editions appearing 1559 latin 1560 french br br the book written introductory textbook protestant faith learning already covered broad range theological topics doctrines church sacraments justification faith alone christian liberty vigorously attacked teachings calvin considered unorthodox particularly roman catholicism calvin says strongly devoted conversion protestantism over arching theme book calvin s greatest theological legacy idea god s total sovereignty particularly salvation election br br the institutes primary reference system doctrine adopted reformed churches usually called calvinism br br book three institutes which contains full exposition third part apostles creed treats mode procuring grace christ benefits derive effects follow it operations holy spirit regard salvation summary wikipedia book 3 argument p |
| 3590 |
3565 |
3989 |
Beauties of Tennyson |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Single author |
<p>A collection of Tennyson's poetry :<br/> 1 The Brook - 00:16 <br/> 2 Song from "Maud" - 1:20 <br/> 3 A Farewell - 2:34 <br/> 4 Song from “Maud” - 3:26 <br/> 5 Break, Break, Break - 4:53 <br/> 6 From “Locksley Hall”- 5:43 <br/> 7 Song from “Maud” - 6:43 <br/> 8 Song from “The Princess” - 7:43 <br/> 9 Lillian - 8:37 <br/> 10 Ring out, Wild Bells - 9:52 <br/> 11 From “The Princess” - 11:27 <br/> 12 Song From “The Princess” - 12:43 <br/> 13 From “Enoch Arden” - 13:58 <br/> 14 From “Enoch Arden” - 15:36 <br/> 15 The Charge of the Light Brigade- 16:56 <br/> 16 From “The May Queen” - 18:51 <br/> 17 Song from “The Princess” - 19:36 <br/> 18 From “Harold” - 20:14 <br/> 19 From “The Revenge” - 21:28 </p> <p>(From Sam Stinsson)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/beauties-of-tennyson-by-lord-alfred-tennyson_ss_1002/ |
p a collection tennyson s poetry br 1 brook 00 16 br 2 song maud 1 20 br 3 farewell 2 34 br 4 song maud 3 26 br 5 break break break 4 53 br 6 locksley hall 5 43 br 7 song maud 6 43 br 8 song the princess 7 43 br 9 lillian 8 37 br 10 ring out wild bells 9 52 br 11 the princess 11 27 br 12 song the princess 12 43 br 13 enoch arden 13 58 br 14 enoch arden 15 36 br 15 charge light brigade 16 56 br 16 the may queen 18 51 br 17 song the princess 19 36 br 18 harold 20 14 br 19 the revenge 21 28 p p from sam stinsson p |
| 3591 |
3566 |
3990 |
32 Caliber |
Donald McGibeny |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A suspicious accident reveals itself to be a murder! Our story is narrated by a lawyer who turns detective in order to uncover the real murderer, and leads us on a chase through Bolshevik headquarters, country clubs, and a dry creek bed, before the real clues come to light. Up-in-the-air excitement!<br>\n(Summary by Brenda Price)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/32-caliber-by-donald-mcgibney/ |
p a suspicious accident reveals murder story narrated lawyer turns detective order uncover real murderer leads us chase bolshevik headquarters country clubs dry creek bed real clues come light up in the air excitement br summary brenda price p |
| 3592 |
3567 |
3991 |
Agra-Schat |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
Het verhaal speelt zich af in 1887 of 1888, en draait deels om de Oost-Indische Compagnie en de Muiterij van Sepoy.\nSherlock Holmes en Dr. Watson worden benaderd door Miss Mary Morstan, die hun vraagt mee te helpen met de zoektocht naar haar vader. Hij was officier in India, maar is 10 jaar geleden verdwenen toen hij terug zou komen naar Engeland. \nEen anonieme brief brengt de drie op het spoor van Thaddeus Sholto. Van hem vernemen ze dat zijn vader goed bevriend was met Morstans vader en met hem in dezelfde legereenheid diende in India. Hij vertelt echter ook dat beide mannen dood zijn en dat er een schat in het spel is die hij en zijn broer hebben meegenomen uit India. Kort hierop sterft de broer van Thaddeus onder mysterieuze omstandigheden en verdwijnt de schat. (Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/de-agra-schat-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
het verhaal speelt zich af 1887 1888 en draait deels om de oost indische compagnie en de muiterij van sepoy sherlock holmes en dr watson worden benaderd door miss mary morstan die hun vraagt mee te helpen met de zoektocht naar haar vader hij officier india maar 10 jaar geleden verdwenen toen hij terug zou komen naar engeland een anonieme brief brengt de drie op het spoor van thaddeus sholto van hem vernemen ze dat zijn vader goed bevriend met morstans vader en met hem dezelfde legereenheid diende india hij vertelt echter ook dat beide mannen dood zijn en dat er een schat het spel die hij en zijn broer hebben meegenomen uit india kort hierop sterft de broer van thaddeus onder mysterieuze omstandigheden en verdwijnt de schat wikipedia p |
| 3593 |
3568 |
3992 |
Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South Seas |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p><i>Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South Seas</i> is Herman Melville's sequel to <i>Typee</i>, and, as such, was also autobiographical. After leaving Nuku Hiva, the main character ships aboard a whaling vessel which makes its way to Tahiti, after which there is a mutiny and the majority of the crew are imprisoned on Tahiti. The book follows the actions of the narrator as he explores Tahiti and remarks on their customs and way of life.<br/><br/>\n\nMany sources incorrectly assert that Omoo is based on Melville's stay in the Marquesas. The novel is, in fact, exclusively based on his experiences in the Society Islands. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/omoo-by-herman-melville/ |
p i omoo narrative adventures south seas i herman melville s sequel i typee i and such also autobiographical leaving nuku hiva main character ships aboard whaling vessel makes way tahiti mutiny majority crew imprisoned tahiti book follows actions narrator explores tahiti remarks customs way life br br many sources incorrectly assert omoo based melville s stay marquesas novel is fact exclusively based experiences society islands summary wikipedia p |
| 3594 |
3569 |
3993 |
Frozen Deep |
Wilkie Collins |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
The Frozen Deep is a story of a love triangle between Clara, Frank and Richard, spiced up with dangerous expeditions, mysterious visions and life-threatening circumstances. The end is as surprising and unexpected as we are (or are not) accustomed to in Collins' books. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-frozen-deep-by-wilkie-collins/ |
frozen deep story love triangle clara frank richard spiced dangerous expeditions mysterious visions life threatening circumstances end surprising unexpected or not accustomed collins books summary diana majlinger p |
| 3595 |
3570 |
3994 |
Hilda Wade, A Woman With Tenacity of Purpose |
Grant Allen |
Detective Fiction |
<p>"In this early detective novel, the detective is Hilda Wade. She is a very capable nurse, but there is something mysterious about her from the moment she arrives at the hospital. Upon meeting her, Dr. Hubert Cumberledge greatly admires her and becomes a devoted friend. It turns out that Hilda has one purpose in life, and in pursuit of that purpose she will travel across the world, from London to South Africa, Rhodesia, India, Nepaul, Tibet and back. With Cumberledge's support, her extraordinary logic and clear thinking lead her on through deadly perils. But will that be enough to accomplish the secret purpose which has driven her so long and so far?" (Summary by Mary Ann Spiegel). </p>\nCoordinated by Stav Nisser and MaryAnn Spiegel</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/hilda-wade-a-woman-with-tenacity-of-purpose-by-grant-allen/ |
p in early detective novel detective hilda wade capable nurse something mysterious moment arrives hospital upon meeting her dr hubert cumberledge greatly admires becomes devoted friend turns hilda one purpose life pursuit purpose travel across world london south africa rhodesia india nepaul tibet back cumberledge s support extraordinary logic clear thinking lead deadly perils enough accomplish secret purpose driven long far summary mary ann spiegel p coordinated stav nisser maryann spiegel p |
| 3596 |
4975 |
5482 |
Bible (KJV) NT 01: Matthew |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Gospel According to Matthew is one of the four canonical gospels, one of the three synoptic gospels, and the first book of the New Testament. It tells of the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. (introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/matthew-king-james-version/ |
gospel according matthew one four canonical gospels one three synoptic gospels first book new testament tells life ministry death resurrection jesus nazareth introduction wikipedia p |
| 3597 |
3571 |
3995 |
East by West, Vol. 1 |
Sir Henry W. Lucy |
Travel & Geography, Modern (19th C) |
<br /><i>East by West: a Journey in the Recess</i> is an account of British journalist Henry Lucy's travels across America and on to the Far East during the parliamentary recess in 1883.<br /><br /> Lucy was one of the most influential journalists of his day and, as "Toby M.P.", a noted humorist in Punch magazine. His acute powers of observation and light touch make this a most engaging book. It is a fascinating insight into the Englishman's travels abroad within two decades of the American Civil War and the end of Japanese isolationism.<br /><br />This is the first of two volumes covering his journey with his wife. This first volume includes his travels in America and in Japan, including the Atlantic and Pacific crossings by steamer. Volume II, which is also available <a href="http://librivox.org/east-by-west-a-journey-in-the-recess-vol-ii-by-henry-w-lucy/">here</a> as an audio recording, continues his experiences in Japan and India, returning home via Aden and the Suez Canal. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/east-by-west-vol-i-by-henry-w-lucy/ |
br i east west journey recess i account british journalist henry lucy s travels across america far east parliamentary recess 1883 br br lucy one influential journalists day and toby m p noted humorist punch magazine acute powers observation light touch make engaging book fascinating insight englishman s travels abroad within two decades american civil war end japanese isolationism br br this first two volumes covering journey wife first volume includes travels america japan including atlantic pacific crossings steamer volume ii also available a href http librivox org east by west a journey in the recess vol ii by henry w lucy here a audio recording continues experiences japan india returning home via aden suez canal introduction ruth golding br br |
| 3598 |
3572 |
3996 |
Amadis of Gaul |
Vasco de Lobeira |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Sagas |
Amadis of Gaul (Amadís de Gaula, in Spanish) was not the first, but certainly one of the best known knight-errantry tales of the 16th century. Not only is its authorship doubtful, but even the language in which it was first written - Portuguese or Spanish. It is imagined to have been composed in the 14th century, but the known first printed edition came to light in Zaragoza in 1508, and the oldest extant version is in Spanish.<br/><br/>\n\nThe plot is the story of the brave knight Amadis, and starts with the forbidden love of his parents and his secret birth, followed by his abandonment near water. He is found and raised as the son of a knight. Upon reaching adulthood, he goes in a quest for his own identity, and investigates his origins through fantastic adventures: plenty of wizards, princesses, damsels in distress and other knights people the world of Amadis.<br/><br/>\n\nAmadis of Gaul, together with Palmerin of England and Tirante the White, are the only books saved from the fire by Quixote's curate, when purging the knight's library: Tirante, for its quaintness; Palmerin, because he thought it had been written by the king himself; and Amadis, for being the best of its kind. Even if Cervante's praise works more as censure, it's a fact that Amadis represents the style as no other, and was the father of a numerous flock, becoming a landmark work among the knight-errantry tales and marking the story of European literature. (Summary by Leni)<br/><br/>\nDedicated Proof-Listeners: Miss Stav, Becky Cook, & Rapunzelina |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/amadis-of-gaul-by-vasco-de-lobeira/ |
amadis gaul amadís de gaula spanish first certainly one best known knight errantry tales 16th century authorship doubtful even language first written portuguese spanish imagined composed 14th century known first printed edition came light zaragoza 1508 oldest extant version spanish br br plot story brave knight amadis starts forbidden love parents secret birth followed abandonment near water found raised son knight upon reaching adulthood goes quest identity investigates origins fantastic adventures plenty wizards princesses damsels distress knights people world amadis br br amadis gaul together palmerin england tirante white books saved fire quixote s curate purging knight s library tirante quaintness palmerin thought written king himself amadis best kind even cervante s praise works censure fact amadis represents style other father numerous flock becoming landmark work among knight errantry tales marking story european literature summary leni br br dedicated proof listeners miss stav becky cook rapunzelina |
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3573 |
3997 |
Measure For Measure |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Generally considered one of Shakespeare's problem plays, Measure for Measure examines the ideas of sin and justice. Duke Vincentio turns Vienna's rule over to the corrupt Angelo, who sentences Claudio to death for having impregnated a woman before marriage. His sister Isabella, a novice nun, pleads for her brother's life, only to be told that he will be spared if she agrees to relinquish her virginity to Angelo. (Summary by wildemoose)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\n<p>Abhorson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5123">John D. Nugent</a><br />\nAngelo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4782">Roger Clifton</a><br />\nBarnardine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4815">Pseudonae Vox</a><br />\nClaudio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nElbow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nEscalus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a></a><br />\nFirst Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4808">L. Lambert Lawson</a><br />\nFrancisca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br />\nFriar Peter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nFriar Thomas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nFroth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nIsabella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nJuliet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br />\nJustice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels</a><br />\nLucio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nMariana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nMistress Overdone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nPompey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4781">Simon Pride</a><br />\nProvost: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br />\nSecond Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4698">StephenC</a><br />\nServant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4815">Pseudonae Vox</a><br />\nVincentio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br /> |
English |
1603 |
https://librivox.org/measure-for-measure-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 3600 |
3574 |
3998 |
Il était une fois... - 002 (contes pour enfants) |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault et les frères Grimm, pour ne nommer que ceux-là : autant d’auteurs d’exception dont les contes et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d’enfants, petits et grands. Dans le second volume de cette collection d’histoires et de contes préférés des enfants, vous découvrirez (ou redécrouvrirez) vingt de ces récits, tantôt très populaires, tantôt moins connus. Ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles, et laissez-vous transporter!</p> <p><em>(Description par ani)</em> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/il-etait-une-fois-002-contes-pour-enfants-by-various/ |
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| 3601 |
3575 |
3999 |
Let Us Make Each Day Our Birthday |
S.A.R. |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <i>Let Us Make Each Day Our Birthday</i> by S.A.R., from The California Birthday Book (1909). This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 31st, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/let-us-make-each-day-our-birthday-by-s-a-r/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings i let us make day birthday i s a r california birthday book 1909 weekly poetry project january 31st 2010 br br |
| 3602 |
3582 |
4007 |
Sammlung kurzer Werke |
Karl May |
General Fiction, Poetry |
Sammlung von 19 kurzen Werken von Karl May: \n<ul><li> Die beiden Kulledschi. Eine Orienterzählung aus Ägypten. Veröffentlicht in: Der Gute Kamerad. 5. Jg. Nr. 50. Berlin, Stuttgart (1891). \n<li> Der Oelprinz. Ein Abenteuer aus den Vereinigten Staaten von Nordamerika. Veröffentlicht in: Frohe Stunden. 2. Jg. Nr. 11. Dresden, Leipzig (1878). \n<li> Jagd auf wilde Truthühner in Texas. Ein kurzer Aufsatz. Veröffentlicht in: Illustrirte Welt. 38. Jg. Heft 15. Stuttgart, Leipzig, Berlin, Wien (1890). \n<li> Das Straussenreiten der Somal. Skizze einer Völkerwiese. Veröffentlicht in: Der Gute Kamerad. 4. Jg. Nr. 13. Berlin, Stuttgart (1889). \n<li> Herbstgedanken. Ein kurzer, bildhafter Aufsatz. Veröffentlicht in: Schacht und Hütte. 1. Jg. Nr. 6. Dresden (1875). \n<li> Der blinde Bergmann. Ein Gedicht. Veröffentlicht in: Schacht und Hütte. 1. Jg. Nr. 3. Dresden (1875). \n<li> Eine Seehundsjagd. Ein Abenteuer im Eismeer. Veröffentlich in: Der Gute Kamerad. 5. Jg. Nr. 22. Berlin, Stuttgart (1891). \n<li> Die Both Shatters. Ein Abenteuer aus dem »wilden Westen« von Karl Hohenthal (Pseudonym). Veröffentlicht in: Für alle Welt! 5. Jg. Heft 27. Stuttgart (1882). \n<li> Inn – nu – woh, der Indianerhäuptling. Ein Abenteuer aus der Mappe eines Vielgereisten. Veröffentlicht in: Deutsches Familienblatt. Wochenschrift für Geist und Gemüth zur Unterhaltung für Jedermann. 1. Jg. Nr. 1. – Dresden: H.G. Münchmeyer (1875). \n<li> Die verwünschte Ziege. Ein Schwank aus dem wirklichen Leben von Karl May. Veröffentlicht in: Weltspiegel. 2. Jg. Nr. 47 Dresden (1878). \n<li> Villa Bärenfett. Ein kleine Skizze von Karl Mays Haus. Geschrieben von Hobble-Frank (Pseudonym). Veröffentlicht in: Der Gute Kamerad. 3. Jg. Nr. 25. Berlin, Stuttgart (1889). \n<li> Tui Fanua. Ein Abenteuer in zwei Kapiteln auf den Samoa-Inseln von Prinz Muhamêl Latréaumont. Veröffentlicht in: Für alle Welt! 5. Jg. Heft 7. Stuttgart (1880). \n<li> Im Sonnenthau. Eine Erzählung aus dem Erzgebirge. Veröffentlicht in: Trewendt's Volks-Kalender auf das Schaltjahr 1880. 36. Jg. Breslau (1879). \n<li> Ein Prairiebrand. Eine Kurzgeschichte aus Nordamerika. Veröffentlicht in: Der Gute Kamerad. 1. Jg. Nr. 11. Berlin, Stuttgart (1887). \n<li> Mein Elysium. Gedicht veröffentlicht in: Neuer Deutscher Reichsbote. Jg. 1878. Stolpen (1877). \n<li> Schätze und Schatzgräber. Kurzer Aufsatz über den Bergbau. Mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit von Karl May verfaßt. Veröffentlicht in: Schacht und Hütte. 1. Jg. Nr. 1. Dresden (1875). \n<li> Ehrlich währt am Längsten. Aufsatz über ein Deutsches Sprüchwort. Mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit von Karl May verfaßt. Veröffentlicht in: Schacht und Hütte. 1. Jg. Nr. 6. Dresden (1875). \n<li> Wasserrast auf dem Marsche. Aufsatz über ein Felddienstübung. Veröffentlicht in: Der Gute Kamerad. 3. Jg. Nr. 49. Berlin, Stuttgart (1889). \n<li> Meine einstige Grabschrift. Veröffentlicht in: Neuer Deutscher Reichsbote. Jg. 1873. Stolpen (1872). </ul></p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-werke-von-karl-may-by-karl-may/ |
sammlung von 19 kurzen werken von karl may ul li die beiden kulledschi eine orienterzählung aus ägypten veröffentlicht in der gute kamerad 5 jg nr 50 berlin stuttgart 1891 li der oelprinz ein abenteuer aus den vereinigten staaten von nordamerika veröffentlicht in frohe stunden 2 jg nr 11 dresden leipzig 1878 li jagd auf wilde truthühner texas ein kurzer aufsatz veröffentlicht in illustrirte welt 38 jg heft 15 stuttgart leipzig berlin wien 1890 li das straussenreiten der somal skizze einer völkerwiese veröffentlicht in der gute kamerad 4 jg nr 13 berlin stuttgart 1889 li herbstgedanken ein kurzer bildhafter aufsatz veröffentlicht in schacht und hütte 1 jg nr 6 dresden 1875 li der blinde bergmann ein gedicht veröffentlicht in schacht und hütte 1 jg nr 3 dresden 1875 li eine seehundsjagd ein abenteuer im eismeer veröffentlich in der gute kamerad 5 jg nr 22 berlin stuttgart 1891 li die shatters ein abenteuer aus dem wilden westen von karl hohenthal pseudonym veröffentlicht in für alle welt 5 jg heft 27 stuttgart 1882 li inn nu woh der indianerhäuptling ein abenteuer aus der mappe eines vielgereisten veröffentlicht in deutsches familienblatt wochenschrift für geist und gemüth zur unterhaltung für jedermann 1 jg nr 1 dresden h g münchmeyer 1875 li die verwünschte ziege ein schwank aus dem wirklichen leben von karl may veröffentlicht in weltspiegel 2 jg nr 47 dresden 1878 li villa bärenfett ein kleine skizze von karl mays haus geschrieben von hobble frank pseudonym veröffentlicht in der gute kamerad 3 jg nr 25 berlin stuttgart 1889 li tui fanua ein abenteuer zwei kapiteln auf den samoa inseln von prinz muhamêl latréaumont veröffentlicht in für alle welt 5 jg heft 7 stuttgart 1880 li im sonnenthau eine erzählung aus dem erzgebirge veröffentlicht in trewendt s volks kalender auf das schaltjahr 1880 36 jg breslau 1879 li ein prairiebrand eine kurzgeschichte aus nordamerika veröffentlicht in der gute kamerad 1 jg nr 11 berlin stuttgart 1887 li mein elysium gedicht veröffentlicht in neuer deutscher reichsbote jg 1878 stolpen 1877 li schätze und schatzgräber kurzer aufsatz über den bergbau mit hoher wahrscheinlichkeit von karl may verfaßt veröffentlicht in schacht und hütte 1 jg nr 1 dresden 1875 li ehrlich währt längsten aufsatz über ein deutsches sprüchwort mit hoher wahrscheinlichkeit von karl may verfaßt veröffentlicht in schacht und hütte 1 jg nr 6 dresden 1875 li wasserrast auf dem marsche aufsatz über ein felddienstübung veröffentlicht in der gute kamerad 3 jg nr 49 berlin stuttgart 1889 li meine einstige grabschrift veröffentlicht in neuer deutscher reichsbote jg 1873 stolpen 1872 ul p |
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4000 |
Law and the Lady |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Valeria Brinton marries Eustace Woodville despite objections from Woodville's family leading to disquiet for Valeria's own family and friends.<br><br>Just a few days after the wedding, various incidents lead Valeria to suspect her husband is hiding a dark secret in his past and she discovers that he has been using a false name. He refuses to discuss it leading them to curtail their honeymoon and return to London where Valeria learns that he was on trial for his first wife's murder by arsenic. He was tried in a Scottish court and the verdict was 'Not Proven' rather than 'not guilty' implying his guilt but without enough proof for a jury to convict him.<br><br>Valeria sets out to save their happiness by proving her husband innocent of the crime. In her quest, she comes across the disabled character Miserrimus Dexter, a fascinating but mentally unstable genius, and his devoted female cousin, Ariel. Dexter will prove crucial to uncovering the disturbing truth behind the mysterious death. (Introduction by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-law-and-the-lady-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p valeria brinton marries eustace woodville despite objections woodville s family leading disquiet valeria s family friends br br just days wedding various incidents lead valeria suspect husband hiding dark secret past discovers using false name refuses discuss leading curtail honeymoon return london valeria learns trial first wife s murder arsenic tried scottish court verdict not proven rather not guilty implying guilt without enough proof jury convict him br br valeria sets save happiness proving husband innocent crime quest comes across disabled character miserrimus dexter fascinating mentally unstable genius devoted female cousin ariel dexter prove crucial uncovering disturbing truth behind mysterious death introduction wikipedia p |
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3577 |
4002 |
Antiquities of the Jews, Volume 2 |
Flavius Josephus |
History , Antiquity |
<p>Antiquities of the Jews was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. Antiquities of the Jews is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n<br/><br/>\nVolume 2 contains Books 6-10; it begins right after the death of Eli the priest and the capture of the Ark and ends with the prophecies of Daniel in Persia.</p> |
English |
1737 |
https://librivox.org/the-antiquities-of-the-jews-vol-2-by-flavius-josephus/ |
p antiquities jews work published important jewish historian flavius josephus year 93 94 antiquities jews history jewish people written greek josephus gentile patrons beginning creation adam eve follows events historical books hebrew bible sometimes omits adds information summary wikipedia br br volume 2 contains books 6 10 begins right death eli priest capture ark ends prophecies daniel persia p |
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3578 |
4003 |
Fairy Tales from Brazil |
Elsie Spicer Eells |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This book, subtitled "How and Why Tales from Brazilian Folk-Lore", is a collection of short stories, most of them etiologial myths from Brazilian Indian Folklore. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-from-brazil-by-elsie-spicer-eells/ |
p this book subtitled how tales brazilian folk lore collection short stories etiologial myths brazilian indian folklore summary leni p |
| 3606 |
3579 |
4004 |
Rape of Lucrece |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry |
The Rape of Lucrece (1594) is a narrative poem by William Shakespeare about the legendary Lucretia. Lucrece draws on the story described in both Ovid's Fasti and Livy's history of Rome. In 509 BC, Sextus Tarquinius, son of Tarquin, the king of Rome, raped Lucretia (Lucrece), wife of Collatinus, one of the king's aristocratic retainers. As a result, Lucrece committed suicide. Her body was paraded in the Roman Forum by the king's nephew. This incited a full-scale revolt against the Tarquins led by Lucius Junius Brutus, the banishment of the royal family, and the founding of the Roman republic. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1594 |
https://librivox.org/the-rape-of-lucrece-by-william-shakespeare/ |
rape lucrece 1594 narrative poem william shakespeare legendary lucretia lucrece draws story described ovid s fasti livy s history rome 509 bc sextus tarquinius son tarquin king rome raped lucretia lucrece wife collatinus one king s aristocratic retainers result lucrece committed suicide body paraded roman forum king s nephew incited full scale revolt tarquins led lucius junius brutus banishment royal family founding roman republic summary wikipedia p |
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3580 |
4005 |
Arms and the Man |
George Bernard Shaw |
Comedy |
<p>Arms and the Man is a comedy by George Bernard Shaw that takes place in 1885, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War. Raina Petkoff is engaged to the gallant Sergius Saranoff, hero of the recent Bulgarian victory over the Serbs. But she is distracted by the abrupt arrival of Captain Bluntschli, a Swiss mercenary who fought for the Serbian army. He takes refuge in her bedroom after the battle and although he is initially threatening, reveals that he carries chocolate creams instead of bullets. Will Raina marry the posturing Sergius or the chocolate cream soldier? Extra intrigue is provided by saucy servant girl Louka, her dour fiance Nicola, and Raina's hand-wringing parents. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast (in order of speaking):</strong><br><p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Catherine Petkoff: <a href="http://www.karenrsavage.com/blog/">Karen Savage</a><br>Raina Petkoff: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Louka: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Captain Bluntschli: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Nicola: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Major Petkoff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4179">Robert Keiper</a><br>Sergius Saranoff: <a href="http://www.techsmiths.blogspot.com/">Mark F. Smith</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br></p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/arms-and-the-man-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
p arms man comedy george bernard shaw takes place 1885 serbo bulgarian war raina petkoff engaged gallant sergius saranoff hero recent bulgarian victory serbs distracted abrupt arrival captain bluntschli swiss mercenary fought serbian army takes refuge bedroom battle although initially threatening reveals carries chocolate creams instead bullets raina marry posturing sergius chocolate cream soldier extra intrigue provided saucy servant girl louka dour fiance nicola raina s hand wringing parents summary elizabeth klett p strong cast in order speaking strong br p narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br catherine petkoff a href http www karenrsavage com blog karen savage a br raina petkoff a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br louka a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br captain bluntschli a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br officer a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br nicola a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br major petkoff a href http librivox org reader 4179 robert keiper a br sergius saranoff a href http www techsmiths blogspot com mark f smith a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br p |
| 3608 |
3581 |
4006 |
Condenada y Otros Cuentos |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Coleccion de cuentos de Vicente Blasco Ibáñez.<br/>\nLa condenada<br/>\nPrimavera triste<br/>\nEl parásito del tren<br/>\nGolpe doble<br/>\nEn el mar<br/>\n¡Hombre al agua!<br/>\nUn silbido<br/>\nLobos de mar<br/>\nUn funcionario<br/>\nEl ogro<br/>\nLa barca abandonada<br/>\nEl maniquí<br/>\nLa paella del «roder»<br/>\nEn la boca del horno<br/>\nEl milagro de San Antonio<br/>\nVenganza moruna<br/>\nLa pared<br/><p> |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/la-condenada-y-otros-cuentos-by-vicente-blasco-ibanez/ |
coleccion de cuentos de vicente blasco ibáñez br la condenada br primavera triste br el parásito del tren br golpe doble br en el mar br hombre al agua br un silbido br lobos de mar br un funcionario br el ogro br la barca abandonada br el maniquí br la paella del roder br en la boca del horno br el milagro de san antonio br venganza moruna br la pared br p |
| 3609 |
3583 |
4008 |
Mountain Girl |
Payne Erskine |
Romance |
A delightful love-story, genuinely American in feeling and treatment. The story is stirring, the heroine is ideal. (Summary by the Chicago Tribune, from time of publishing)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mountain-girl-by-payne-erskine/ |
delightful love story genuinely american feeling treatment story stirring heroine ideal summary chicago tribune time publishing p |
| 3610 |
5983 |
6549 |
Ruby and the Caldron |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
A valuable ruby is lost during a disturbance in the snow before a ball at The Evergreens. A detective is called for right away to recover it, but who, of the few guests, might have the jewel, and how to solve the mystery without causing a scandal? (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-ruby-and-the-caldron-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
valuable ruby lost disturbance snow ball evergreens detective called right away recover it who guests might jewel solve mystery without causing scandal summary carolin p |
| 3611 |
3584 |
4009 |
Milky Way |
F. Tennyson Jesse |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>The Milky Way - F. Tennyson Jesse's first novel - began life as a 1913 magazine serial called The Adventures of Viv. In it, poor-but-plucky Cornish painter/model Vivian Lovel recounts events of her twenty-first year: en route from Penzance to London by steamer, she catches a baby dropped over the side of a sinking ship - and decides to keep it. Penniless, however, she "platonically" pairs up with pan-like fellow passenger Peter Whymperis, an actor and aspiring writer, and together they find work with a fifth-rate repertory troupe. Soon sacked, they nevertheless leave with money enough to buy milk for the baby. They then spend a night locked in a wax museum devoted to notorious murders and later trace a fugitive from justice to his lair. At a costume party, Viv rescues her beautiful friend Chloe from a cruel seducer, by taking her place (and his car). Viv then flits to Cornwall for a stint of modeling at an artists' colony. She's tempted to put down roots, but Peter appears, and they dance away as faun and nymph into the night. Back again in London, a publisher, whose home they invade, commissions Peter to write and Viv to illustrate a travel book about Provence, so they promptly decamp for France. While visiting the romantic locale of famous lovers Aucassin & Nicolete, Viv retells the fable so vividly to a filmmaker they meet that he decides to shoot the movie, with Aucassin played by Peter and Nicolete by - Chloe! Will Viv's faun succumb to the charms of her BFF? Or will her milky way have a honeyed end? The Milky Way is the only novel F. Tennyson Jesse completed before inadvertently touching a whirling airplane propeller with her painting/writing hand, the treatment of which left her with fewer fingers and a lifelong opiate addiction. Subsequently, she turned to crime - writing much about murders such as those that terrified Viv in the wax museum - and her later novels seem just a bit darker, harder, more impersonal and less ingenuous than this jeu d'esprit which was her first. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-milky-way-by-f-tennyson-jesse/ |
p the milky way f tennyson jesse s first novel began life 1913 magazine serial called adventures viv it poor but plucky cornish painter model vivian lovel recounts events twenty first year en route penzance london steamer catches baby dropped side sinking ship decides keep it penniless however platonically pairs pan like fellow passenger peter whymperis actor aspiring writer together find work fifth rate repertory troupe soon sacked nevertheless leave money enough buy milk baby spend night locked wax museum devoted notorious murders later trace fugitive justice lair costume party viv rescues beautiful friend chloe cruel seducer taking place and car viv flits cornwall stint modeling artists colony tempted put roots peter appears dance away faun nymph night back london publisher whose home invade commissions peter write viv illustrate travel book provence promptly decamp france visiting romantic locale famous lovers aucassin nicolete viv retells fable vividly filmmaker meet decides shoot movie aucassin played peter nicolete chloe viv s faun succumb charms bff milky way honeyed end milky way novel f tennyson jesse completed inadvertently touching whirling airplane propeller painting writing hand treatment left fewer fingers lifelong opiate addiction subsequently turned crime writing much murders terrified viv wax museum later novels seem bit darker harder impersonal less ingenuous jeu d esprit first introduction grant hurlock p |
| 3612 |
3585 |
4011 |
Communist Manifesto (version 2) |
Friedrich Engels |
Political Science |
The Communist Manifesto was conceived as an outline of the basic beliefs of the Communist movement. The authors believed that the European Powers were universally afraid of the nascent movement, and were condemning as "communist," people or activities that did not actually conform to what the Communists believed. This Manifesto, then, became a manual for their beliefs.<br><br>In it we find Marx and Engel's rehearsal of the idea that Capital has stolen away the work of the artisan and peasant by building up factories to produce goods cheaply. The efficiency of Capital depends, then, on the wage laborers who staff the factories and how little they will accept in order to have work. This concentrates power and money in a Bourgeois class that profits from the disunity of workers (Proletarians), who only receive a subsistence wage.<br><br>If workers unite in a class struggle against the bourgeois, using riot and strikes as weapons, they will eventually overthrow the bourgeois and replace them as a ruling class. Communists further believe in and lay out a system of reforms to transform into a classless, stateless society, thus distinguishing themselves from various flavors of Socialism, which would be content to have workers remain the ruling class after the revolution.<br><br>The Manifesto caused a huge amount of discussion for its support for a forcible overthrow of the existing politics and society. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-communist-manifesto-version-2-by-karl-marx-and-friedrich-engels/ |
communist manifesto conceived outline basic beliefs communist movement authors believed european powers universally afraid nascent movement condemning communist people activities actually conform communists believed manifesto then became manual beliefs br br in find marx engel s rehearsal idea capital stolen away work artisan peasant building factories produce goods cheaply efficiency capital depends then wage laborers staff factories little accept order work concentrates power money bourgeois class profits disunity workers proletarians receive subsistence wage br br if workers unite class struggle bourgeois using riot strikes weapons eventually overthrow bourgeois replace ruling class communists believe lay system reforms transform classless stateless society thus distinguishing various flavors socialism would content workers remain ruling class revolution br br the manifesto caused huge amount discussion support forcible overthrow existing politics society summary mark f smith p |
| 3613 |
3586 |
4012 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 015 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-015/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 3614 |
3587 |
4013 |
Tribulations d'un chinois en Chine |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Kin-Fo est un jeune chinois riche, qui est indifférent à tout et ne connaît pas le bonheur. Un jour, il se retrouve ruiné. Ne voulant pas imposer à sa future épouse une vie misérable, il préfère mourir. Au moment de se donner la mort, il se rend compte qu'il ne ressent rien, et décide qu'il ne peut mourir sans connaître d'émotions au moins une fois dans sa vie. Il demande donc à son maître et ami, le philosophe Wang, de le tuer dans un délai imparti, ce qui, il l'espère, le fera redouter la mort et éprouver quelques émotions. Wang accepte, puis disparaît. Mais...</p><p> (Résumé modifié de Wikipedia par Nadine)</p> |
French |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/les-tribulations-dun-chinois-en-chine-by-jules-verne/ |
p kin fo est un jeune chinois riche qui est indifférent à tout et ne connaît pas le bonheur un jour il se retrouve ruiné ne voulant pas imposer à sa future épouse une vie misérable il préfère mourir au moment de se donner la mort il se rend compte qu il ne ressent rien et décide qu il ne peut mourir sans connaître d émotions au moins une fois dans sa vie il demande donc à son maître et ami le philosophe wang de le tuer dans un délai imparti ce qui il l espère le fera redouter la mort et éprouver quelques émotions wang accepte puis disparaît mais p p résumé modifié de wikipedia par nadine p |
| 3615 |
3588 |
4015 |
Silly Syclopedia |
Noah Lott |
Humorous Fiction |
A Terrible Thing in the Form of a Literary Torpedo which is Launched for HILARIOUS PURPOSES ONLY Inaccurate in Every Particular Containing Copious Etymological Derivations and Other Useless Things by Noah Lott (an ex-relative of Noah Webster)(Summary from book's cover page)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-silly-syclopedia-by-noah-lott/ |
terrible thing form literary torpedo launched hilarious purposes inaccurate every particular containing copious etymological derivations useless things noah lott an ex relative noah webster summary book s cover page p |
| 3616 |
3589 |
4016 |
War and Peace, Book 16: First Epilogue 1813-1820 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels. </p>War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p>Note: The novel is split up in 15 books and two epilogues. This is the recording of the first epilogue, which covers events in the year 1813-1820. The recording of the next book is in progress. The project thread can be found <a href="http://forum.librivox.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=24487" rel="nofollow">here</a>. The recording of book fifteen can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-15-1812-1813-by-leo-tolstoy/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-16-first-epilogue-1813-1820-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p note novel split 15 books two epilogues recording first epilogue covers events year 1813 1820 recording next book progress project thread found a href http forum librivox org viewtopic php f 9 t 24487 rel nofollow here a recording book fifteen found a href http librivox org war and peace book 15 1812 1813 by leo tolstoy rel nofollow here a p |
| 3617 |
3590 |
4017 |
Gambler |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction |
<p>The Gambler is a short novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky about a young tutor in the employment of a formerly wealthy Russian general. The novella reflects Dostoevsky's own addiction to roulette, which was in more ways than one the inspiration for the book: Dostoevsky completed the novella under a strict deadline so he could pay off gambling debts. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-gambler-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p the gambler short novel fyodor dostoevsky young tutor employment formerly wealthy russian general novella reflects dostoevsky s addiction roulette ways one inspiration book dostoevsky completed novella strict deadline could pay gambling debts summary wikipedia p |
| 3618 |
11434 |
12105 |
Orpheus and Other Poems |
Edward Burrough Brownlow |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by the rather obscure Canadian poet Edward Burrough Brownlow, published posthumously after his death in 1896. The poems in this volume have varied subjects, reflecting the interests of the poet. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/orpheus-and-other-poems-by-edward-burrough-brownlow/ |
volume poetry rather obscure canadian poet edward burrough brownlow published posthumously death 1896 poems volume varied subjects reflecting interests poet summary carolin |
| 3619 |
3593 |
4020 |
Bungay Castle: A Novel |
Elizabeth Bonhôte |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Bungay Castle is a gothic novel by Elizabeth Bonhôte. It was first published in 1796 and follows the fortunes of the De Morney family at Bungay Castle in Suffolk. Two young members of the family, Roseline and Edwin, search for the source of strange, unearthly cries and discover a terrifying secret in the castle's bowels which will change their lives forever. The story combines the classic Gothic tropes of mystery, betrayal and a heroine in peril in suitably imposing surroundings and has been praised in modern times for its proto-feminist sensibility. The young women in the story keep their fates in their own hands, rather than wait for some dashing hero to come to the rescue. (Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/bungay-castle-a-novel-by-elizabeth-bonhote/ |
bungay castle gothic novel elizabeth bonhôte first published 1796 follows fortunes de morney family bungay castle suffolk two young members family roseline edwin search source strange unearthly cries discover terrifying secret castle s bowels change lives forever story combines classic gothic tropes mystery betrayal heroine peril suitably imposing surroundings praised modern times proto feminist sensibility young women story keep fates hands rather wait dashing hero come rescue wikipedia p |
| 3620 |
3594 |
4021 |
Trotzkopf |
Emmy von Rhoden |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Die 15-jährige Ilse Macket lebt auf dem Gut Moosdorf in Pommern und wächst nach dem Tod der Mutter wild und ohne jede Erziehung auf. Sie benimmt sich jungenhaft, wird sogar als tyrannisch erlebt - bis die Stiefmutter das Haus betritt.<br>\n„Frau Anne“ und Pfarrer Wollert schlagen dem Vater vor, Ilse zur standesgemäßen Dame erziehen zu lassen. Die Familie beschließt, das Mädchen in einem Pensionat unterzubringen: Steht doch durch Ilses "wenig damenhafte" Art die gesamte Zukunft des jungen Mädchens auf dem Spiel...<br>\nUnd somit können wir den Werdegang des Trotzkopfs und ihrer Mitbewohnerinnen im Pensionat miterleben. (Zusammenfassung von schrm, basierend auf dem Text von Elli und Wikipedia) |
German |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/der-trotzkopf-by-emmy-von-rhoden/ |
die 15 jährige ilse macket lebt auf dem gut moosdorf pommern und wächst nach dem tod der mutter wild und ohne jede erziehung auf sie benimmt sich jungenhaft wird sogar als tyrannisch erlebt bis die stiefmutter das haus betritt br frau anne und pfarrer wollert schlagen dem vater vor ilse zur standesgemäßen dame erziehen zu lassen die familie beschließt das mädchen einem pensionat unterzubringen steht doch durch ilses wenig damenhafte art die gesamte zukunft des jungen mädchens auf dem spiel br und somit können wir den werdegang des trotzkopfs und ihrer mitbewohnerinnen im pensionat miterleben zusammenfassung von schrm basierend auf dem text von elli und wikipedia |
| 3621 |
3595 |
4022 |
Those Extraordinary Twins |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
<p> "Those Extraordinary Twins" was published as a short story, separate and distinct from its origins inside Twain's "The Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson". As Twain explains, he extricated "Twins" from "Pudd'nhead" when he found, as he was writing, that he'd created a farce inside a tragedy. This is the excised farce, a story about Italian Siamese twins who completely take over a small Missouri town, splitting it down the middle with half supporting one head and the other, the other. (Introduction by John Greenman) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/those-extraordinary-twins-by-mark-twain/ |
p those extraordinary twins published short story separate distinct origins inside twain s the tragedy pudd nhead wilson twain explains extricated twins pudd nhead found writing he d created farce inside tragedy excised farce story italian siamese twins completely take small missouri town splitting middle half supporting one head other other introduction john greenman p |
| 3622 |
3596 |
4023 |
Pride and Prejudice (version 4) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Pride and Prejudice is Jane Austen's classic comic romance, in which the five Bennett sisters try to find that most elusive creature: a single man in possession of a large fortune. Sparks fly when sweet, pretty Jane meets their new neighbor, Mr. Bingley, but her sister Elizabeth is most offended by his haughty friend, Mr. Darcy. This is Austen at the height of her powers: the ironic narration, hilariously drawn supporting characters, and romantic suspense make this her most enduringly popular novel. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-solo-version-3-by-jane-austen/ |
pride prejudice jane austen s classic comic romance five bennett sisters try find elusive creature single man possession large fortune sparks fly sweet pretty jane meets new neighbor mr bingley sister elizabeth offended haughty friend mr darcy austen height powers ironic narration hilariously drawn supporting characters romantic suspense make enduringly popular novel summary elizabeth klett p |
| 3623 |
3597 |
4024 |
Kasperl in der Türkei |
Franz Graf von Pocci |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Plays |
Franz Graf von Pocci, der „Kasperlgraf“ verfasste mehr als 40 Kasperlstücke für das Marionettentheater mit Themen aus der Märchen- und Sagenwelt sowie Beiträge für die Münchener Bilderbogen. Seine Kasperlgeschichten ranken sich um den Kasperl Larifari, der jedoch kein netter Held, sondern eine eher ambivalente Figur ist. Larifari weist auch dunkle Seiten auf und ist als ein nie erwachsen gewordener Erwachsener zu verstehen. Er hat nie die Chance, in einer intakten Familie aufzuwachsen und wird zum Blender, Trickser und Narzissten. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Elli)<p> |
German |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/kasperl-in-der-turkei-by-franz-graf-von-pocci/ |
franz graf von pocci der kasperlgraf verfasste mehr als 40 kasperlstücke für das marionettentheater mit themen aus der märchen und sagenwelt sowie beiträge für die münchener bilderbogen seine kasperlgeschichten ranken sich um den kasperl larifari der jedoch kein netter held sondern eine eher ambivalente figur ist larifari weist auch dunkle seiten auf und ist als ein nie erwachsen gewordener erwachsener zu verstehen er hat nie die chance einer intakten familie aufzuwachsen und wird zum blender trickser und narzissten zusammenfassung von wikipedia und elli p |
| 3624 |
3598 |
4025 |
Up The Line |
Will Carleton |
Poetry, Ballads, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Up The Line by Will Carleton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 7th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/up-the-line-by-will-carleton/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings line carleton fortnightly poetry project february 7th 2010 p |
| 3625 |
3604 |
4033 |
Robbery Under Arms |
Rolf Boldrewood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
A tale of cattle duffing, horse stealing and bushranging in the New South Wales outback with Captain Starlight.\nTo quote the author "though presented in the guise of fiction, this chronicle of the Marston family must not be set down by the reader as wholly fanciful or exaggerated. Much of the narrative is literally true, as can be verified by official records. A lifelong residence in Australia may be accepted as a guarantee for fidelity as to local colour and descriptive detail." (Summary by Annise )</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/robbery-under-arms-by-rolf-boldrewood/ |
tale cattle duffing horse stealing bushranging new south wales outback captain starlight quote author though presented guise fiction chronicle marston family must set reader wholly fanciful exaggerated much narrative literally true verified official records lifelong residence australia may accepted guarantee fidelity local colour descriptive detail summary annise p |
| 3626 |
3599 |
4027 |
Ode |
Edward Granville Browne |
Poetry, Elegies & Odes, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of An Ode by Táhirih (Fátimih Baraghání) (1814/1817 – 1852), Translated by Edward Granville Browne (1862 – 1926). This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 7th, 2010.<br /><br />\nFátimih Baraghání (1814/1817 – 1852), also known by the titles of Táhirih (Arabic for “The Pure One”) and Qurratu’l-‘Ayn (Arabic for “Consolation of the Eyes”) was an influential Iranian poet and Bábí heroine from the town of Qazvín. Her legacy is important to Bahá’ís, as well as supporters of women’s rights in Iran. In 1844, she became the seventeenth disciple or “Letter of the Living” of the Báb (1819-1850). As the only woman in this initial group of disciples, she is often compared to Mary Magdalene. From June-July 1848, she attended the Conference of Badasht where she appeared without a veil in public (a shocking statement of women’s rights) and declared that a new religious dispensation had been inaugurated. Coincidentally, shortly after this, the Seneca Falls Convention (an important women’s rights convention) was held in New York on the 19th-20th of July, 1848. She was executed in Tehran in 1852. Before her death, she said that although she would be killed, they could not stop the emancipation of women. Edward Granville Browne described her thus: “The appearance of such a woman as Qurratu’l-‘Ayn is in any country and any age a rare phenomenon, but in such a country as Persia it is a prodigy—nay, almost a miracle. Alike in virtue of her marvellous beauty, her rare intellectual gifts, her fervid eloquence her fearless devotion, and her glorious martyrdom, she stands forth incomparable and immortal amidst her countrywomen.” This poem is a ghazal composed in the Kámil metre. A ghazal may be understood as a poetic expression of both the pain of loss or separation and the beauty of love in spite of that pain. Browne notes that this poem appears to be addressed to the Báb. Browne made a versified translation of the poem, which first appeared in the J.R.A.S. in 1899. (Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/an-ode-by-tahirih/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings ode táhirih fátimih baraghání 1814 1817 1852 translated edward granville browne 1862 1926 fortnightly poetry project february 7th 2010 br br fátimih baraghání 1814 1817 1852 also known titles táhirih arabic the pure one qurratu l ayn arabic consolation eyes influential iranian poet bábí heroine town qazvín legacy important bahá ís well supporters women s rights iran 1844 became seventeenth disciple letter living báb 1819 1850 woman initial group disciples often compared mary magdalene june july 1848 attended conference badasht appeared without veil public a shocking statement women s rights declared new religious dispensation inaugurated coincidentally shortly this seneca falls convention an important women s rights convention held new york 19th 20th july 1848 executed tehran 1852 death said although would killed could stop emancipation women edward granville browne described thus the appearance woman qurratu l ayn country age rare phenomenon country persia prodigy nay almost miracle alike virtue marvellous beauty rare intellectual gifts fervid eloquence fearless devotion glorious martyrdom stands forth incomparable immortal amidst countrywomen poem ghazal composed kámil metre ghazal may understood poetic expression pain loss separation beauty love spite pain browne notes poem appears addressed báb browne made versified translation poem first appeared j r a s 1899 summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 3627 |
3600 |
4028 |
Satires |
Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry, Satire |
Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis, known in English as Juvenal, was a Roman poet active in the late 1st and early 2nd century AD. The details of the author's life are unclear, although references within his text to known persons of the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD fix his terminus post quem (earliest date of composition). The Satires are a collection of satirical poems by Juvenal written in the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD. Juvenal is credited with sixteen known poems divided among five books; all are in the Roman genre of satire, which, at its most basic in the time of the author, comprised a wide-ranging discussion of society and social mores in dactylic hexameter. These five books were discrete works, and there is no reason to assume that they were published at the same time or that they are identical in theme or in approach. The poems are not individually titled, but translators have often added titles for the convenience of readers. (Summary by wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/satires-by-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis-juvenal/ |
decimus iunius iuvenalis known english juvenal roman poet active late 1st early 2nd century ad details author s life unclear although references within text known persons late 1st early 2nd centuries ad fix terminus post quem earliest date composition satires collection satirical poems juvenal written late 1st early 2nd centuries ad juvenal credited sixteen known poems divided among five books roman genre satire which basic time author comprised wide ranging discussion society social mores dactylic hexameter five books discrete works reason assume published time identical theme approach poems individually titled translators often added titles convenience readers summary wikipedia p |
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3601 |
4029 |
Kleine Dorrit |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
<P>De familie Dorrit verblijft door schulden belast meer dan 20 jaar in de schuldengevangenis de Marshalsea in Londen. Zullen zij ontlast worden van hun schulden? Zullen de heldin en de ridder op het witte paard met elkaar trouwen in dit inktzwarte sprookje?<BR><BR>Een satire op rijkdom, status en macht waarbij zowel de publieke-(politieke) als de private- (financiele) sector belachelijk worden gemaakt. Bijna alle personages zijn gevangen in hun eigen verslaving aan waardeloos geld en valse roem. Helaas heeft dit boek niets aan actualiteitswaarde verloren, want luidruchtigheid en begeerigheid, aanmatiging, hoogmoed en ijdelheid bijven voortwoekeren tot de laatste dag. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)<BR><BR>Dutch translation of Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens.</P> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/kleine-dorrit-by-charles-dickens/ |
p de familie dorrit verblijft door schulden belast meer dan 20 jaar de schuldengevangenis de marshalsea londen zullen zij ontlast worden van hun schulden zullen de heldin en de ridder op het witte paard met elkaar trouwen dit inktzwarte sprookje br br een satire op rijkdom status en macht waarbij zowel de publieke politieke als de private financiele sector belachelijk worden gemaakt bijna alle personages zijn gevangen hun eigen verslaving aan waardeloos geld en valse roem helaas heeft dit boek niets aan actualiteitswaarde verloren want luidruchtigheid en begeerigheid aanmatiging hoogmoed en ijdelheid bijven voortwoekeren tot de laatste dag samenvatting door marcel coenders br br dutch translation little dorrit charles dickens p |
| 3629 |
3602 |
4031 |
Golden Snare |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>With but two years of service in the RNMP Philip Raine finds himself somewhat unwillingly on the trail of Bram Johnson, wanted for murder and a wild, untamed and savage man who commands a pack of wolves as his brethren.\nBut most peculiar of all is the snare which Bram had had in his posession and had somehow lost. It was a golden snare intricately woven out of the finest, most delicate flaxen hair of a woman. But what could possibly be the relationship between this half-human murderer and a woman who could have borne a crown of such beauty and elegance? The mystery of Bram Johnson and his wolves and the golden snare becomes one which Raine feels compelled to unravel even as he pursues the wild man and his pack among his own territory of the Canadian barren lands.<br>\n(Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-snare-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
p with two years service rnmp philip raine finds somewhat unwillingly trail bram johnson wanted murder wild untamed savage man commands pack wolves brethren peculiar snare bram posession somehow lost golden snare intricately woven finest delicate flaxen hair woman could possibly relationship half human murderer woman could borne crown beauty elegance mystery bram johnson wolves golden snare becomes one raine feels compelled unravel even pursues wild man pack among territory canadian barren lands br summary roger melin p |
| 3630 |
3603 |
4032 |
Zeppelin's Passenger |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
<p>The Zeppelin’s Passenger is a tale of German espionage in England during World War I. Dreymarsh is a fictional “backwater” area in England with no apparent military value. The story begins with Dreymarsh residents discovering an observation car from a German zeppelin along with a Homburg hat near Dreymarsh. The mystery is further complicated when an Englishman, Mr. Hamar Lessingham, presents himself at Mainsail Haul which is the residence of Sir Henry Cranston. Lessingham bears with him, hand-carried letters from Major Richard Halstead, and a British prisoner of war in Germany. He presents them to Halstead’s sister, Phillipa and Helen, Halstead’s fiancée who have had no word of Richard’s fate and are deeply concerned. Phillipa, Sir Henry’s wife, is smitten with Lessingham, after Sir Henry appears to her to be a coward since he will not become involved in the war effort. Lessingham appears to be the perfect gentlemen but he is not who he pretends to be. Eventually, Phillipa and Helen discover that the delivery of Halstead’s letters come with a price. All becomes clear near the end to discover the secret of Lessingham, Sir Henry, and Mainsail Haul. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-zeppelins-passenger-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
p the zeppelin s passenger tale german espionage england world war i dreymarsh fictional backwater area england apparent military value story begins dreymarsh residents discovering observation car german zeppelin along homburg hat near dreymarsh mystery complicated englishman mr hamar lessingham presents mainsail haul residence sir henry cranston lessingham bears him hand carried letters major richard halstead british prisoner war germany presents halstead s sister phillipa helen halstead s fiancée word richard s fate deeply concerned phillipa sir henry s wife smitten lessingham sir henry appears coward since become involved war effort lessingham appears perfect gentlemen pretends be eventually phillipa helen discover delivery halstead s letters come price becomes clear near end discover secret lessingham sir henry mainsail haul summary tom weiss p |
| 3631 |
3606 |
4035 |
Corte de Carlos IV |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
La Corte de Carlos IV es el segundo de la primera serie de los 46 Episodios Nacionales, escritos por Benito Pérez Galdós, que es considerado el mayor novelista español después de Cervantes. Galdós narra la continuación de las aventuras de Gabriel Araceli, al servicio, ahora, de una rica dama bien relacionada en la Corte del rey Carlos IV.<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br> |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
la corte de carlos iv es el segundo de la primera serie de los 46 episodios nacionales escritos por benito pérez galdós que es considerado el mayor novelista español después de cervantes galdós narra la continuación de las aventuras de gabriel araceli al servicio ahora de una rica dama bien relacionada en la corte del rey carlos iv p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br |
| 3632 |
3607 |
4036 |
King of the Golden River |
John Ruskin |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
When three brothers mortally offend Mr. Southwest Wind, Esquire, their farm is laid waste and their riches lost. Desperate for money, the brothers become goldsmiths and melt down their remaining treasures . . . only to find that the spirit of the King of the Golden River resides with a molded tankard, and knows the secret of the riches of the Golden River. (Introduction by Xenutia)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-the-golden-river-by-john-ruskin/ |
three brothers mortally offend mr southwest wind esquire farm laid waste riches lost desperate money brothers become goldsmiths melt remaining treasures find spirit king golden river resides molded tankard knows secret riches golden river introduction xenutia p |
| 3633 |
3608 |
4037 |
Bibel (LB 1912) NT 04: Das Evangelium nach Johannes |
Lutherbibel |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Das Evangelium nach Johannes ist das vierte Buch des Neuen Testaments und eines der vier kanonischen Evangelien. Wie alle Evangelien enthält es einen Bericht über das Leben Jesu von Nazareth, weicht jedoch in der Art der Darstellung und in seinem theologischen Charakter deutlich von den drei synoptischen Evangelien (Matthäus, Markus, Lukas) ab.</p>\n\nThe Gospel of John is the fourth book of the New Testament and one of the four canonical gospels. Like the other gospels, it narrates the life and the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, but significantly differs from the three synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke) in its way of description and in its theological character.\n(Introduction by Wikipedia and Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/das-evangelium-nach-johannes-by-luther-bibel-1912/ |
das evangelium nach johannes ist das vierte buch des neuen testaments und eines der vier kanonischen evangelien wie alle evangelien enthält es einen bericht über das leben jesu von nazareth weicht jedoch der art der darstellung und seinem theologischen charakter deutlich von den drei synoptischen evangelien matthäus markus lukas ab p gospel john fourth book new testament one four canonical gospels like gospels narrates life teachings jesus nazareth significantly differs three synoptic gospels matthew mark luke way description theological character introduction wikipedia al kadi p |
| 3634 |
3609 |
4038 |
Fair Rewards |
Thomas Beer |
General Fiction |
"The Fair Rewards" by Thomas Beer . . . is a really distiguished novel. The writing is far above the average: it has style and sophistication and personality, intermingled with a truly vivid show of imagination. It even borders on brilliancy, but it is a hard, cold, cynical sort of brilliancy that chills. It almost hurts . . . The title itself is indicative of cynicism. It is derived from Shakespeare's quotation, "These be the fair rewards of those that love," and it is an ironical reference, for Mark Walling, the blind, simple, loving idolater, in return for his great and unselfish devotion to Margot, reaps selfishness and ingratitude and lack of consideration. Hand in hand with the progress of Mark from country yokel to a stage producer goes the history of the American theatre. Intermingled with the imaginary characters are Clyde Fitch, Anna Held, Mr. Frohman and several other flesh-and-blood personages that strengthen the realism. (New York Times review, June 4, 1922)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-fair-rewards-by-thomas-beer/ |
the fair rewards thomas beer really distiguished novel writing far average style sophistication personality intermingled truly vivid show imagination even borders brilliancy hard cold cynical sort brilliancy chills almost hurts title indicative cynicism derived shakespeare s quotation these fair rewards love ironical reference mark walling blind simple loving idolater return great unselfish devotion margot reaps selfishness ingratitude lack consideration hand hand progress mark country yokel stage producer goes history american theatre intermingled imaginary characters clyde fitch anna held mr frohman several flesh and blood personages strengthen realism new york times review june 4 1922 p |
| 3635 |
3610 |
4039 |
Joe Tilden's Recipes for Epicures |
Joe Tilden |
Cooking |
<p>Major Joseph Tilden was in his time one of the most famous Bohemians and epicureans of the Pacific Coast. Ever since his death his many friends have been trying to learn the culinary secrets which made a repast of his devising so delicious. He had given his recipes to but few, and those few his most intimate friends and fellow spirits. One of the most favored of his old companions has given this complete collection of his recipes for publication.<br /><br />San Francisco, May, 1907.<br />(Excerpt from text)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/joe-tildens-recipes-for-epicures-by-joe-tilden/ |
p major joseph tilden time one famous bohemians epicureans pacific coast ever since death many friends trying learn culinary secrets made repast devising delicious given recipes few intimate friends fellow spirits one favored old companions given complete collection recipes publication br br san francisco may 1907 br excerpt text p |
| 3636 |
3621 |
4051 |
Way of Perfection |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Christianity - Other |
<p>El Camino de Perfección (trans.: The Way of Perfection) is a method for making progress in the contemplative life written by St. Teresa of Ávila for the sisters of her reformed convent of the Carmelite Order (Discalced). St. Teresa was a major figure of the Catholic Reformation in 16th Century Spain. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-perfection-by-santa-teresa-de-jesus-avila/ |
p el camino de perfección trans way perfection method making progress contemplative life written st teresa ávila sisters reformed convent carmelite order discalced st teresa major figure catholic reformation 16th century spain introduction wikipedia p |
| 3637 |
3611 |
4041 |
Contos, volume 3 |
Artur de Azevedo |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Artur Azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro no Brasil do século XIX. Dando continuidade à obra de Martins Pena, consolidou a comédia de costumes brasileira, sendo no país o principal autor do teatro de revista, em sua primeira fase. Sua atividade jornalística foi intensa, devendo-se a ele a publicação de uma série de revistas, além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas. Ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e s, sempre cheios de humor. Este é o terceiro volume da coleção de Artur Azevedo, criada pelos voluntários do LibriVox. (Sumário adaptado da Wikipedia por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/contos-volume-3-by-artur-azevedo/ |
p artur azevedo foi um dos principais autores de teatro brasil século xix dando continuidade à obra de martins pena consolidou comédia de costumes brasileira sendo país principal autor teatro de revista em sua primeira fase sua atividade jornalística foi intensa devendo se ele publicação de uma série de revistas além da fundação de alguns jornais cariocas ficou também conhecido por suas crônicas e s sempre cheios de humor este é terceiro volume da coleção de artur azevedo criada pelos voluntários librivox sumário adaptado da wikipedia por leni p |
| 3638 |
3612 |
4042 |
River War - An Account of the Reconquest of the Sudan |
Winston S. Churchill |
War & Military, History , Memoirs |
When the self-proclaimed Mahdi (“Guided One”) gathered Islamic forces and kicked the Anglo-Egyptians out of the Sudan, he unleashed a backlash. With the image of the heroic General Charles Gordon dying at Khartoum, the British public was ready to support a war to reclaim the lost territories. And when the political time was right, a British-Egyptian-Sudanese expedition led by the redoubtable Herbert Kitchener set out to do just that. <br /><br />The river involved was the Nile. For millennia, its annual flood has made habitable a slender strip, though hundreds of miles of deserts, between its tributaries and its delta. Through this desolate region, man and beast struggled to supply the bare essentials of life. Though this same region, the expedition had to find and defeat an enemy several times larger than itself. <br /><br />The young Churchill was hot to gain war experience to aid his career, and so he wangled a transfer to the 21st Lancers and participated in the last successful cavalry charge the world ever saw, in the climactic battle of Omdurman. He also had a position as war correspondent for the Morning Post, and on his return to England he used his notes to compose this book.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-river-war-an-account-of-the-reconquest-of-the-sudan-by-winston-churchill/ |
self proclaimed mahdi guided one gathered islamic forces kicked anglo egyptians sudan unleashed backlash image heroic general charles gordon dying khartoum british public ready support war reclaim lost territories political time right british egyptian sudanese expedition led redoubtable herbert kitchener set that br br the river involved nile millennia annual flood made habitable slender strip though hundreds miles deserts tributaries delta desolate region man beast struggled supply bare essentials life though region expedition find defeat enemy several times larger itself br br the young churchill hot gain war experience aid career wangled transfer 21st lancers participated last successful cavalry charge world ever saw climactic battle omdurman also position war correspondent morning post return england used notes compose book p |
| 3639 |
3613 |
4043 |
Frozen Pirate |
William Clark Russell |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Sailing adventure with storms, icebergs, shipwrecks, treasure, and the reawakening of a pirate frozen in suspended animation for nearly fifty years (Summary by P. Cunningham)\n</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-frozen-pirate-by-w-clark-russell/ |
p sailing adventure storms icebergs shipwrecks treasure reawakening pirate frozen suspended animation nearly fifty years summary p cunningham p |
| 3640 |
3614 |
4044 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 034 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-034/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3641 |
3615 |
4045 |
Best Russian Short Stories |
Various |
General Fiction, Anthologies |
<p>In this collection of Russian stories, editor and compiler Thomas Seltzer selects from a range of the best examples of 19th and early 20th century Russian literature. As a survey of famous authors at the height of the powers, as well as some writers who have been unjustly neglected, this anthology is indispensable. (Summary by Nullifidian)<br/><br/>\n\n"Everything is subordinated to two main requirements--humanitarian ideals and fidelity to life. This is the secret of the marvellous simplicity of Russian literary art."--THOMAS SELTZER.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/best-russian-short-stories/ |
p in collection russian stories editor compiler thomas seltzer selects range best examples 19th early 20th century russian literature survey famous authors height powers well writers unjustly neglected anthology indispensable summary nullifidian br br everything subordinated two main requirements humanitarian ideals fidelity life secret marvellous simplicity russian literary art thomas seltzer p |
| 3642 |
3616 |
4046 |
Rappaccini's Daughter |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
General Fiction, Romance |
The story is set in Padua in a distant, but unspecified past. From his quarters, Giovanni, a young student of letters, observes Beatrice, the beautiful daughter of Dr. Rappaccini, a scientist working in isolation. Beatrice is confined to the lush and locked gardens filled with poisonous plants by her father. Having fallen in love, Giovanni enters the garden and meets with Beatrice a number of times regardless of the warning of his mentor, Professor Baglioni, that Rappaccini is up to no good and he and his work should be avoided. -- Wikipedia.<p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/rappaccinis-daughter-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
story set padua distant unspecified past quarters giovanni young student letters observes beatrice beautiful daughter dr rappaccini scientist working isolation beatrice confined lush locked gardens filled poisonous plants father fallen love giovanni enters garden meets beatrice number times regardless warning mentor professor baglioni rappaccini good work avoided wikipedia p |
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3617 |
4047 |
Selected Poems |
Dante Gabriel Rossetti |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<p>Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1828-1882) and his sister Christina Georgina Rossetti (1830-1894) played important roles in the artistic milieu of Victorian England. Members of a highly cultured Italian immigrant family, they achieved widespread fame and exerted a significant influence upon the poetry and art of their time.<br/><br/>\nDante Gabriel was a co-founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood of painters, contributing to a renewed interest in medieval themes and techniques. Both his painting and his poetry anticipated the Aesthetic movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His deep intellect and highly emotional nature are reflected in poems that exhibit a combination of complex symbolism and powerful feeling. He was a master of the sonnet form, as best exemplified in his book The House of Life.<br><br>Christina served as a model for some of her brother’s early paintings, and she was closely identified with the Pre-Raphaelites. Her poetry is more accessible and displays perhaps a greater felicity of expression than her brother’s. Today she holds a higher reputation, often being ranked (sometimes rather condescendingly) among the leading women poets. Other critics, quite appropriately, consider her a major poet without the feminine label. A deeply devout person, she never married, although she eventually rejected two suitors, both for religious reasons. She produced a large body of Christian poetry, which is not represented in this collection. She also wrote many delightful poems for children. (Summary by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-christina-dante-gabriel-rossetti/ |
p dante gabriel rossetti 1828 1882 sister christina georgina rossetti 1830 1894 played important roles artistic milieu victorian england members highly cultured italian immigrant family achieved widespread fame exerted significant influence upon poetry art time br br dante gabriel co founder pre raphaelite brotherhood painters contributing renewed interest medieval themes techniques painting poetry anticipated aesthetic movement late 19th early 20th centuries deep intellect highly emotional nature reflected poems exhibit combination complex symbolism powerful feeling master sonnet form best exemplified book house life br br christina served model brother s early paintings closely identified pre raphaelites poetry accessible displays perhaps greater felicity expression brother s today holds higher reputation often ranked sometimes rather condescendingly among leading women poets critics quite appropriately consider major poet without feminine label deeply devout person never married although eventually rejected two suitors religious reasons produced large body christian poetry represented collection also wrote many delightful poems children summary leonard wilson p |
| 3644 |
3622 |
4052 |
Treasure |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Selma Lagerlöf was born in Vaermland, Sweden, in 1858 and enjoyed a long and very successful career as a writer, receiving the Nobel-Prize in Literature in 1909. She died in Vaermland in 1940. The Treasure (Herr Arnes penningar) is a fairly short Novel, both a Drama and a Ghost Story. Published in 1904 and the English translation in 1923. The story is set in Bohuslaen on the West coast of Sweden in the middle of the 16th Century. Herr Arne, the old Parson in Solberga and all his household are brutally murdered, and his great Treasure stolen. The only survivor is Elsalill, the orphaned foster daughter. On her lies the burden to find out the murderers. She wants revenge, but falls in love with one of the murderers, who she must betray. Another important figure in the story is Torarin an old Fish hawker, who takes in Elsalill in his house after the murders, and Torarin’s dog, Grim, and also Elsalill’s dead foster sister. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasure-by-lagerlof-selma/ |
p selma lagerlöf born vaermland sweden 1858 enjoyed long successful career writer receiving nobel prize literature 1909 died vaermland 1940 treasure herr arnes penningar fairly short novel drama ghost story published 1904 english translation 1923 story set bohuslaen west coast sweden middle 16th century herr arne old parson solberga household brutally murdered great treasure stolen survivor elsalill orphaned foster daughter lies burden find murderers wants revenge falls love one murderers must betray another important figure story torarin old fish hawker takes elsalill house murders torarin s dog grim also elsalill s dead foster sister summary lars rolander p |
| 3645 |
3623 |
4053 |
Off-Hand Sketches |
T. S. Arthur |
Humorous Fiction |
The reader cannot but smile at some of the phases of life presented in this volume. Yet the smile will, in no case, the author thinks, be at the expense of humanity, good feeling, or virtue. Many of the incidents given, are facts embellished by a few touches of fancy. In all, lessons may be read that some, at least, will do well to lay to heart. (Summary by the author)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/off-hand-sketches-by-t-s-arthur/ |
reader cannot smile phases life presented volume yet smile will case author thinks expense humanity good feeling virtue many incidents given facts embellished touches fancy all lessons may read some least well lay heart summary author p |
| 3646 |
3624 |
4054 |
Spacehounds of IPC |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
<p>When the Inter-Planetary Corporation's (IPC) crack liner “IPV Arcturus” took off on a routine flight to Mars, it turned out to be the beginning of a unexpected and long voyage. There had been too many reports of errors in ship's flight positions from the Check Stations and brilliant physicist Dr. Percival (“Steve”) Stevens is aboard the Arcturus on a fact-finding mission to find out what's really happening, and hopefully save the honor of the brave pilots of the space-liner Arcturus from the desk-jockeys' in the Check Stations implications of imprecision - the nastiest insult you could cast at a ships pilot. He and the pilots are right, it was the Check Stations that were out of position, not the ships. But that's cold consolation because before the Arcturus reaches Mars it's attacked by a small, mysterious, globe shaped spaceship. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p>\n |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/spacehounds-of-ipc-by-e-e-smith/ |
p when inter planetary corporation s ipc crack liner ipv arcturus took routine flight mars turned beginning unexpected long voyage many reports errors ship s flight positions check stations brilliant physicist dr percival steve stevens aboard arcturus fact finding mission find what s really happening hopefully save honor brave pilots space liner arcturus desk jockeys check stations implications imprecision nastiest insult could cast ships pilot pilots right check stations position ships that s cold consolation arcturus reaches mars attacked small mysterious globe shaped spaceship summary wikipedia p |
| 3647 |
3625 |
4056 |
LibriVox Language Learning Collection Vol. 001 |
Various |
Language learning |
<p>This collection is part of an initiative to create a language learning resource at LibriVox. The LibriVox Language Learning Collections contain readings from various language learning books, grammars, primers, phrasebooks, dictionaries, readers and even other works which contain information on various languages, recount experiences of language learning and encountering new languages or provide guides for correct pronunciation, writing or discourse in a language. These works could describe English or any other language whatsoever, from Latin to Sumerian, Chinese to Wampanoag, Esperanto to Swahili (etc.).<br><br>This Volume includes a treatise by Sir Arthur Cotton, author of an "Arabic Primer". His daughter, Lady Hope, on page 523 of her biography of her father, writes that he "had very strong theories on the subject of learning “Living Languages,” his opinion being that, as every child who comes into the world learns its mother tongue orally, and at first without grammar… so the learning of all modern languages would be very much facilitated by a similar process." Also included are the orientalist E.G. Browne's opinions on language learning (taken from the introduction to A Year Amongst the Persians), the first lesson from Dr. Emil Otto's "French Conversation-Grammar", a talk by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá on the need for a universal auxiliary language, Samuel Johnson's "A Grammar of the English Tongue", several sections from Henry Sweet's "First Steps in Anglo-Saxon", Lessons 1 - 5 from "Esperanto in Twenty Lessons", two sections on language by Varro, a story in Latin from "Fabulae Faciles", "Greek Lessons: 1-10", the Phonology Section from a "Primer of Persian" and Lessons 1 - 19 from "A Practical Arabic Course". (Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-language-learning-collection-vol-001-by-various/ |
p this collection part initiative create language learning resource librivox librivox language learning collections contain readings various language learning books grammars primers phrasebooks dictionaries readers even works contain information various languages recount experiences language learning encountering new languages provide guides correct pronunciation writing discourse language works could describe english language whatsoever latin sumerian chinese wampanoag esperanto swahili etc br br this volume includes treatise sir arthur cotton author arabic primer daughter lady hope page 523 biography father writes had strong theories subject learning living languages opinion that every child comes world learns mother tongue orally first without grammar learning modern languages would much facilitated similar process also included orientalist e g browne s opinions language learning taken introduction year amongst persians first lesson dr emil otto s french conversation grammar talk abdu l bahá need universal auxiliary language samuel johnson s a grammar english tongue several sections henry sweet s first steps anglo saxon lessons 1 5 esperanto twenty lessons two sections language varro story latin fabulae faciles greek lessons 1 10 phonology section primer persian lessons 1 19 a practical arabic course summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 3648 |
3626 |
4057 |
Moon Pool |
Abraham Merritt |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Dr. David Throckmartin’s scientific expedition to the South Sea Islands discovers among ancient ruins a portal into Muria, an unknown underground world. After the disappearance of Throckmartin, his wife and two companions, his old friend Dr. Walter Goodwin enters Muria with a rescue party, only to confront an fantastic world filled with incredible beings, astounding scientific advances, and the worship of the most evil of all creatures, The Dweller. (Introduction by Mark Nelson)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-pool-by-abraham-merritt/ |
dr david throckmartin s scientific expedition south sea islands discovers among ancient ruins portal muria unknown underground world disappearance throckmartin wife two companions old friend dr walter goodwin enters muria rescue party confront fantastic world filled incredible beings astounding scientific advances worship evil creatures dweller introduction mark nelson p |
| 3649 |
3627 |
4058 |
Believe Me, if All Those Endearing Young Charms |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <i>Believe Me, If All Those Endearing Young Charms</i> by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 14th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/believe-me-if-all-those-endearing-young-charms-by-thomas-moore/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings i believe me endearing young charms i thomas moore weekly poetry project february 14th 2010 br br |
| 3650 |
6622 |
7204 |
Links in Rebecca's Life |
Pansy |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
Rebecca Harlowe is a young woman who strives to apply Christ's instructions in the Bible to her daily life and relationships. In this book we witness some of her successes and failures and the effect of her example on those around her. (Summary by BookAngel7)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/links-in-rebeccas-life-by-pansy/ |
rebecca harlowe young woman strives apply christ s instructions bible daily life relationships book witness successes failures effect example around her summary bookangel7 p |
| 3651 |
3629 |
4060 |
Off on a Comet |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The story starts with a comet that touches the Earth in its flight and collects a few small chunks of it. Some forty people of various nations and ages are condemned to a two-year-long journey on the comet. They form a mini-society and cope with the hostile environment of the comet (mostly the cold). The size of the 'comet' is about 2300 kilometers in diameter - far larger than any comet or asteroid that actually exists. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/off-on-a-comet-by-jules-verne/ |
p the story starts comet touches earth flight collects small chunks it forty people various nations ages condemned two year long journey comet form mini society cope hostile environment comet mostly cold size comet 2300 kilometers diameter far larger comet asteroid actually exists summary wikipedia p |
| 3652 |
3630 |
4061 |
Whole Family: a Novel by Twelve Authors |
Various |
General Fiction |
<p>A 1908 NaNoWriMo forerunner, told in twelve chapters, each with a different author. The basic plot was to show how an engagement or marriage would affect and be affected by an entire family. The project became somewhat curious for the way the authors' contentious interrelationships mirrored the sometimes dysfunctional family they described in their chapters. The collaboration may have been an uncomfortable one, but a final product did emerge with some clever and entertaining contributions from its often squabbling authors. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and others by Annise)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-whole-family-by-various/ |
p a 1908 nanowrimo forerunner told twelve chapters different author basic plot show engagement marriage would affect affected entire family project became somewhat curious way authors contentious interrelationships mirrored sometimes dysfunctional family described chapters collaboration may uncomfortable one final product emerge clever entertaining contributions often squabbling authors summary adapted wikipedia others annise p |
| 3653 |
3631 |
4062 |
Mr. Wicker's Window (Version 2) |
Carley Dawson |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>When Christopher Mason walked into Mr. Wicker's antique shop, he had no idea he would soon be embarking on a marvellous journey to China to find a wonderful tree made of jewels. He had no idea that Mr. Wicker was a magician and could travel through time. And that the tree was sought by others, not least among them the murderous Claggett Chew, a merchant in port and a pirate on the high seas, who also had knowledge of magic. But before Chris succeeded in quest, he would know of all these things and more. And of Mr. Wicker's friends, the sailor Ned Cilley, Becky Boozer, and the African boy Amos, changed from wood to flesh. And Christopher Mason would never be same, after. (Introduction by Arthur Piantadosi)<p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/mr-wickers-window-version-2-by-carley-dawson/ |
p when christopher mason walked mr wicker s antique shop idea would soon embarking marvellous journey china find wonderful tree made jewels idea mr wicker magician could travel time tree sought others least among murderous claggett chew merchant port pirate high seas also knowledge magic chris succeeded quest would know things more mr wicker s friends sailor ned cilley becky boozer african boy amos changed wood flesh christopher mason would never same after introduction arthur piantadosi p |
| 3654 |
3632 |
4063 |
Sketches Of The Fair Sex |
Anonymous |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Psychology |
Sketches of the fair sex, in all parts of the world. To which are added rules for determining the precise figure, the degree of beauty, the habits, and the age of women, notwithstanding the aids and disguise of dress. \nIt is our design to present a pleasing and interesting miscellany, which will serve to beguile the leisure hour, and will at the same time couple instruction with amusement. We have used but little method in the arrangement: Choosing rather to furnish the reader with a rich profusion of narratives and anecdotes, all tending to illustrate the FEMALE CHARACTER, to display its delicacy, its sweetness, its gentle or sometimes heroic virtues, its amiable weaknesses, and strange defects—than to attempt an accurate analysis of the hardest subject man ever attempted to master, viz—WOMAN. (Summary from the book)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/sketches-of-the-fair-sex-by-anonymous/ |
sketches fair sex parts world added rules determining precise figure degree beauty habits age women notwithstanding aids disguise dress design present pleasing interesting miscellany serve beguile leisure hour time couple instruction amusement used little method arrangement choosing rather furnish reader rich profusion narratives anecdotes tending illustrate female character display delicacy sweetness gentle sometimes heroic virtues amiable weaknesses strange defects than attempt accurate analysis hardest subject man ever attempted master viz woman summary book p |
| 3655 |
3633 |
4064 |
King Nobody Wanted |
Norman F. Langford |
Christianity - Biographies |
<p>In a very real and interesting way, The King Nobody Wanted tells the story of Jesus. Where the actual words of the Bible are used, they are from the King James Version. But the greater part of the story is told in the words of every day. (Introduction by N. F. Langford)<p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-nobody-wanted-by-norman-f-langford/ |
p in real interesting way king nobody wanted tells story jesus actual words bible used king james version greater part story told words every day introduction n f langford p |
| 3656 |
3634 |
4065 |
Song of Hugh Glass |
John Neihardt |
General Fiction, Poetry |
This poem tells a story that begins in 1823 - just after the Leavenworth campaign against the Arikara Indians - and follows an expedition of Major Andrew Henry during a series of arduous journeys over the Trans-Missouri region. \n\nThe poem focuses upon the relationship between two trappers - Hugh Glass and Jamie - who, after fighting and hunting together, consequently develop a close friendship. The poem revolves around the betrayal of Hugh by Jamie: who leaves Hugh alone "as good as dead" to die by the Missouri. But Hugh lives - and recovers against all odds, pushing on with murderous intent to track down the ex-friend who left him helpless and expiring. \n\nThe final canto describes the moving denouement: Hugh and Jamie both are forced to recognize their own weaknesses, and then come to terms with the implications of their individual realizations. \n\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-hugh-glass-by-neihardt-john/ |
poem tells story begins 1823 leavenworth campaign arikara indians follows expedition major andrew henry series arduous journeys trans missouri region poem focuses upon relationship two trappers hugh glass jamie who fighting hunting together consequently develop close friendship poem revolves around betrayal hugh jamie leaves hugh alone as good dead die missouri hugh lives recovers odds pushing murderous intent track ex friend left helpless expiring final canto describes moving denouement hugh jamie forced recognize weaknesses come terms implications individual realizations introduction godsend p |
| 3657 |
6655 |
7239 |
My Book Of Favourite Fairy Tales |
Edric Vredenberg |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
This is a collection on well-known, favorite fairy stories, most of which we all grew up with. They were edited and retold in this volume. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/my-book-of-favourite-fairy-tales-by-edric-vredenberg/ |
collection well known favorite fairy stories grew with edited retold volume summary lynne thompson p |
| 3658 |
3635 |
4066 |
Woman Who Went to Alaska |
May Kellogg Sullivan |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<p>Alaska has only been a state since 1959, and the breathtaking terrain remains mostly unspoiled and natural. In modern times, many of us have had the pleasure of visiting Alaska via a luxurious cruise ship, where we enjoyed gourmet meals, amazing entertainment, and a climate-controlled environment. It's easy to also book a land package that enables you to see more of the country by train.<br><br>Imagine what it was like to visit the same wild, untamed countryside in 1899. Instead of boarding a sleek, stylish cruise ship, you travel for weeks on a steamer. You wait 2 weeks for the open, flat cars of the new railrod just to assure yourself it can travel safely through the dangerous mountain pass. No stately cabin or grand hotel awaits you at the end of your journey; you'll spend your time in rough mining camps. Such is the case in May Kellogg Sullivan's spellbinding and vivid account of her Alaskan adventures, which occurred over 18 months during 2 solo trips covering 12,000 miles. This is the perfect travel narrative to enjoy on your Alaskan cruise or in the comfort of your own home. (Introduction by Karen Commins)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-woman-who-went-to-alaska-by-may-kellogg-sullivan/ |
p alaska state since 1959 breathtaking terrain remains mostly unspoiled natural modern times many us pleasure visiting alaska via luxurious cruise ship enjoyed gourmet meals amazing entertainment climate controlled environment easy also book land package enables see country train br br imagine like visit wild untamed countryside 1899 instead boarding sleek stylish cruise ship travel weeks steamer wait 2 weeks open flat cars new railrod assure travel safely dangerous mountain pass stately cabin grand hotel awaits end journey spend time rough mining camps case may kellogg sullivan s spellbinding vivid account alaskan adventures occurred 18 months 2 solo trips covering 12 000 miles perfect travel narrative enjoy alaskan cruise comfort home introduction karen commins p |
| 3659 |
3636 |
4067 |
Travels in Alaska |
John Muir |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<p>In 1879 John Muir went to Alaska for the first time. Its stupendous living glaciers aroused his unbounded interest, for they enabled him to verify his theories of glacial action. Again and again he returned to this continental laboratory of landscapes. The greatest of the tide-water glaciers appropriately commemorates his name. Upon this book of Alaska travels, all but finished before his unforeseen departure, John Muir expended the last months of his life. (Summary by William Frederic Bade)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/travels-in-alaska-by-john-muir/ |
p in 1879 john muir went alaska first time stupendous living glaciers aroused unbounded interest enabled verify theories glacial action returned continental laboratory landscapes greatest tide water glaciers appropriately commemorates name upon book alaska travels finished unforeseen departure john muir expended last months life summary william frederic bade p |
| 3660 |
3637 |
4068 |
Story of an African Farm |
Olive Schreiner |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The novel details the lives of three characters, first as children and then as adults - Waldo, Em and Lyndall - who live on a farm in the Karoo region of South Africa. The story is set in the middle- to late Nineteenth century - the First Boer War is alluded to, but not mentioned by name. The book is semi-autobiographical: in particular, the two principal protagonists (Waldo and Lyndall) display strong similarities to Schreiner's life and philosophy.\n\nThe book was first published in 1883 in London, under the pseudonym Ralph Iron. It quickly became a best-seller, despite causing some controversy over its frank portrayal of freethought, feminism, premarital sex and pregnancy out of wedlock and transvestitism. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-an-african-farm-by-olive-schreiner/ |
p the novel details lives three characters first children adults waldo em lyndall live farm karoo region south africa story set middle late nineteenth century first boer war alluded to mentioned name book semi autobiographical particular two principal protagonists waldo lyndall display strong similarities schreiner s life philosophy book first published 1883 london pseudonym ralph iron quickly became best seller despite causing controversy frank portrayal freethought feminism premarital sex pregnancy wedlock transvestitism introduction wikipedia p |
| 3661 |
3638 |
4069 |
Wealth of Nations, Book 5 |
Adam Smith |
*Non-fiction |
<p>An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of the Scottish economist Adam Smith, published on March 9, 1776 during the Scottish Enlightenment. It is a clearly written account of political economy at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, and is widely considered to be the first modern work in the field of economics. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p>This project was proof listened by mim@can, Betty M., and Barry Eads.<br><br> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/the-wealth-of-nations-book-5-by-adam-smith/ |
p an inquiry nature causes wealth nations magnum opus scottish economist adam smith published march 9 1776 scottish enlightenment clearly written account political economy dawn industrial revolution widely considered first modern work field economics introduction wikipedia p this project proof listened mim can betty m barry eads br br |
| 3662 |
3639 |
4070 |
Proposed Roads to Freedom |
Bertrand Russell |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Bertrand Russell, 3rd Earl Russell (1872 – 1970) was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, political activist and Nobel laureate. He led the British "revolt against idealism" in the early 1900s and is considered one of the founders of analytic philosophy along with his predecessor Gottlob Frege and his protégé Ludwig Wittgenstein. In this book, written in 1918, he offers his assessment of three competing streams in the thought of the political left: Marxian socialism, anarchism and syndicalism.</p>\n\n(Summary by Wikipedia/Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/proposed-roads-to-freedom-by-bertrand-russell/ |
bertrand russell 3rd earl russell 1872 1970 british philosopher logician mathematician political activist nobel laureate led british revolt idealism early 1900s considered one founders analytic philosophy along predecessor gottlob frege protégé ludwig wittgenstein book written 1918 offers assessment three competing streams thought political left marxian socialism anarchism syndicalism p summary wikipedia carl manchester p |
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3640 |
4071 |
Early History of the Airplane |
Orville Wright |
Essays & Short Works, Technology & Engineering, Memoirs |
<p>The Brothers Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air flight, on 17th December 1903. They were not the first to build and fly aircraft, but they invented the controls that were necessary for a pilot to steer the aircraft, which made fixed wing powered flight possible. The Early History of the Airplane consists of three short essays about the beginnings of human flight. The second essay retells the first flight: <em>This flight lasted only 12 seconds, but it was nevertheless the first in the history of the world in which a machine carrying a man had raised itself by its own power into the air in full flight, had sailed forward without reduction of speed and had finally landed at a point as high as that from which it started.</em> (Introduction by Availle)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-early-history-of-the-airplane-by-wright-orville-and-wilbur/ |
p the brothers orville wilbur wright made first controlled powered sustained heavier than air flight 17th december 1903 first build fly aircraft invented controls necessary pilot steer aircraft made fixed wing powered flight possible early history airplane consists three short essays beginnings human flight second essay retells first flight em this flight lasted 12 seconds nevertheless first history world machine carrying man raised power air full flight sailed forward without reduction speed finally landed point high started em introduction availle p |
| 3664 |
4041 |
4497 |
My School Days |
E. Nesbit |
School |
<p>A short memoir about the author's school days, serialised in <i>The Girl's Own Paper</i> from October 1896 to September 1897. It includes stories about teachers, fellow pupils, the things that scared her most as a child (and even as an adult) and a vivid account of the best summer of her childhood.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/my-school-days-by-e-nesbit/ |
p a short memoir author s school days serialised i the girl s paper i october 1896 september 1897 includes stories teachers fellow pupils things scared child and even adult vivid account best summer childhood br br summary cori samuel p |
| 3665 |
3641 |
4072 |
Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offences (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>This is Mark Twain's vicious and amusing review of Fenimore Cooper's literary art. It is still read widely in academic circles. Twain's essay, Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offenses (often spelled "Offences") (1895), particularly criticized The Deerslayer and The Pathfinder. Twain wrote at the beginning of the essay: 'In one place in Deerslayer, and in the restricted space of two-thirds of a page, Cooper has scored 114 offenses against literary art out of a possible 115. It breaks the record.' Twain listed 19 rules 'governing literary art in domain of romantic fiction', 18 of which Cooper violates in The Deerslayer. (Introduction by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/fenimore-coopers-literary-offences-by-mark-twain/ |
p this mark twain s vicious amusing review fenimore cooper s literary art still read widely academic circles twain s essay fenimore cooper s literary offenses often spelled offences 1895 particularly criticized deerslayer pathfinder twain wrote beginning essay in one place deerslayer restricted space two thirds page cooper scored 114 offenses literary art possible 115 breaks record twain listed 19 rules governing literary art domain romantic fiction 18 cooper violates deerslayer introduction wikipedia john greenman p |
| 3666 |
3642 |
4073 |
Essays on Political Economy |
Frédéric Bastiat |
Political Science |
<p>Bastiat asserted that the only purpose of government is to defend the right of an individual to life, liberty, and property. From this definition, Bastiat concluded that the law cannot defend life, liberty and property if it promotes socialist policies inherently opposed to these very things. In this way, he says, the law is perverted and turned against the thing it is supposed to defend. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-political-economy-by-frederic-bastiat/ |
p bastiat asserted purpose government defend right individual life liberty property definition bastiat concluded law cannot defend life liberty property promotes socialist policies inherently opposed things way says law perverted turned thing supposed defend introduction wikipedia p |
| 3667 |
3643 |
4074 |
Exploits of Brigadier Gerard |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Historical Fiction |
<p>The hero, Etienne Gerard, is a Hussar in the French Army during the Napoleonic Wars. Gerard's most notable attribute is his vanity - he is utterly convinced that he is the bravest soldier, greatest swordsman, accomplished horseman and gallant lover in all France. Gerard is not entirely wrong since he displays notable bravery on many occasions, but his self-satisfaction undercuts this quite often. Obsessed with honour and glory, he is always ready with a stirring speech or a gallant remark to a lady. (Introduction from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-exploits-of-brigadier-gerard-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p the hero etienne gerard hussar french army napoleonic wars gerard s notable attribute vanity utterly convinced bravest soldier greatest swordsman accomplished horseman gallant lover france gerard entirely wrong since displays notable bravery many occasions self satisfaction undercuts quite often obsessed honour glory always ready stirring speech gallant remark lady introduction wikipedia p |
| 3668 |
3644 |
4075 |
Squinty the Comical Pig |
Richard Barnum |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>"This comical children's tale about the funny adventures of a funny pig written by an unknown author. The publisher has hired authors to write children's tales, and gave them "house names". The "name" of the author who wrote this tale is Richard Barnum. It became very successful, the most well known of Richard Barnum's tales. So, if you want to laugh a little, even if you are not a child, read this book". Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/squinty-the-comical-pig-by-richard-barnum/ |
p this comical children s tale funny adventures funny pig written unknown author publisher hired authors write children s tales gave house names name author wrote tale richard barnum became successful well known richard barnum s tales so want laugh little even child read book summary stav nisser p |
| 3669 |
3645 |
4076 |
Ode to Bahá'u'lláh |
Nabíl-i-A'zam |
Poetry, Elegies & Odes, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of An Ode to Bahá'u'lláh by Nabíl-i-A'zam (Mullá Muhammad Zarandí). This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 21st, 2010.<br><br>Mullá Muhammad-i-Zarandí (29 July 1831 – 1892), more commonly known as Nabíl-i-A`zam or Nabíl-i-Zarandí, was an eminent Bahá'í historian during the time of Bahá'u'lláh, and one of the nineteen Apostles of Bahá'u'lláh. He is most famous for authoring The Dawn-breakers, which stands out as one of the most important and extensive accounts of the ministry of the Báb. Besides writing a lengthy history of the Bahá'í Faith, he wrote poetry about the historical events of the religion, which he would send to the Bahá'ís of Iran. He learned about the Bábí Faith at the age of 16 and met Bahá'u'lláh in 1851. He made several journeys on behalf of Bahá'u'lláh, was imprisoned in Egypt and is the only person known to have made the two pilgrimages to the House of the Báb in Shíráz and the House of Bahá'u'lláh in Baghdád in accordance with the rites set out by Bahá'u'lláh. After the passing of Bahá'u'lláh, and at the request of `Abdu'l-Bahá, he arranged a Tablet of Visitation from Bahá'u'lláh's writings which is now used in the Holy Shrines. Shortly afterwards, overcome with grief, he walked into the sea and drowned. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/an-ode-to-bahaullah-by-nabil-i-azam/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings ode bahá u lláh nabíl i a zam mullá muhammad zarandí weekly poetry project february 21st 2010 br br mullá muhammad i zarandí 29 july 1831 1892 commonly known nabíl i a zam nabíl i zarandí eminent bahá í historian time bahá u lláh one nineteen apostles bahá u lláh famous authoring dawn breakers stands one important extensive accounts ministry báb besides writing lengthy history bahá í faith wrote poetry historical events religion would send bahá ís iran learned bábí faith age 16 met bahá u lláh 1851 made several journeys behalf bahá u lláh imprisoned egypt person known made two pilgrimages house báb shíráz house bahá u lláh baghdád accordance rites set bahá u lláh passing bahá u lláh request abdu l bahá arranged tablet visitation bahá u lláh s writings used holy shrines shortly afterwards overcome grief walked sea drowned summary wikipedia p |
| 3670 |
3646 |
4077 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 043 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 043: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-043-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 043 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 3671 |
3647 |
4078 |
Resurrection, Book 3 |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction |
<p>Resurrection is the last of Tolstoy's major fiction works published in his lifetime. Tolstoy intended the novel as an exposition of injustice of man-made laws and the hypocrisy of institutionalized church. It was first published serially in the magazine Niva as an effort to raise funds for the resettlement of the Dukhobors. The story concerns a nobleman named Nekhlyudov, who seeks redemption for a sin committed years earlier. His brief affair with a maid resulted in her being fired and ending up in prostitution. The book treats his attempts to help her out of her current misery, but also focuses on his personal mental and moral struggle.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/resurrection-book-3-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p resurrection last tolstoy s major fiction works published lifetime tolstoy intended novel exposition injustice man made laws hypocrisy institutionalized church first published serially magazine niva effort raise funds resettlement dukhobors story concerns nobleman named nekhlyudov seeks redemption sin committed years earlier brief affair maid resulted fired ending prostitution book treats attempts help current misery also focuses personal mental moral struggle summary wikipedia p |
| 3672 |
4473 |
4951 |
My Life in the South |
Jacob Stroyer |
Biography & Autobiography |
<P>My Life in the South is the vivid and touching autobiography of African-American former slave, Jacob Stroyer. It recounts experiences from his early childhood on the planation up to his involvement in Confederacy's war effort and eventually his experience of becoming a free man.<P> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/my-life-in-the-south-by-jacob-stroyer/ |
p my life south vivid touching autobiography african american former slave jacob stroyer recounts experiences early childhood planation involvement confederacy s war effort eventually experience becoming free man p |
| 3673 |
3648 |
4079 |
Erzählungen aus 'Die Leute von Seldwyla' |
Gottfried Keller |
Single Author Collections |
Die Leute von Seldwyla ist ein zweiteiliger Novellenzyklus des Schweizer Dichters Gottfried Keller. Es umfasst zehn "Lebensbilder" (so der Arbeitstitel während der Berliner Entstehungszeit), die durch einen gemeinsamen Schauplatz, die fiktive Schweizerstadt Seldwyla, zusammengehalten werden. Diese Sammlung umfaßt sechs der zehn Novellen. (Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/erzaehlungen-aus-die-leute-von-seldwyla-by-gottfried-keller/ |
die leute von seldwyla ist ein zweiteiliger novellenzyklus des schweizer dichters gottfried keller es umfasst zehn lebensbilder so der arbeitstitel während der berliner entstehungszeit die durch einen gemeinsamen schauplatz die fiktive schweizerstadt seldwyla zusammengehalten werden diese sammlung umfaßt sechs der zehn novellen wikipedia p |
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3649 |
4080 |
Birches |
Robert Frost |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Birches by Robert Frost. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 21st, 2010.</p>\n\n |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/birches-by-robert-frost/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings birches robert frost fortnightly poetry project february 21st 2010 p |
| 3675 |
3650 |
4081 |
Eddystone |
Wilhelm Jensen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Es ist die Nacht vom 26. auf den 27. November des Jahres 1703. Eine muntere Gesellschaft feiert auf dem Eddystone die Fertigstellung des neuen Leuchtturms. Doch eine uralte Sage umrankt diesen Felsen vor der Küste von Cornwall und bestimmt das Schicksal der auf dem Leuchtturm versammelten Personen. (Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/eddystone-by-wilhelm-jensen/ |
es ist die nacht vom 26 auf den 27 november des jahres 1703 eine muntere gesellschaft feiert auf dem eddystone die fertigstellung des neuen leuchtturms doch eine uralte sage umrankt diesen felsen vor der küste von cornwall und bestimmt das schicksal der auf dem leuchtturm versammelten personen zusammenfassung von rainer p |
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3651 |
4082 |
Canada's Hundred Days: With the Canadian Corps from Amiens to Mons, Aug. 8 - Nov. 11, 1918. Part 3, Cambrai |
John Frederick Bligh Livesay |
War & Military |
This is Part Three of the incredible story of the actions of the men and women of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, Canada's contribution to the Great War 1914-1919, during the last 100 days of the First World War.<br></br>After nearly 4 years of stalemate (trench warfare) the Allied Forces planned to break through the German Hindenburg Line and then push the enemy from their defensive positions.<br><br>You will follow the CEF as they take Amiens (Part One), Arras (Part Two), Cambrai (Part Three) and then the pursuit of the German Forces from Valenciennes to Mons (Part Four) in Belgium, the same place where the war began on August 4, 1914 on November 11, 1918. (Summary by Richard Laughton.)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/canadas-hundred-days-part-three-by-john-livesay/ |
part three incredible story actions men women canadian expeditionary force canada s contribution great war 1914 1919 last 100 days first world war br br after nearly 4 years stalemate trench warfare allied forces planned break german hindenburg line push enemy defensive positions br br you follow cef take amiens part one arras part two cambrai part three pursuit german forces valenciennes mons part four belgium place war began august 4 1914 november 11 1918 summary richard laughton p |
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3652 |
4083 |
Short Mystery Story Collection 007 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
Librivox’s Short Mystery Story Collection 007: a collection of 16 short works of mysterious fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox volunteers.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-mystery-story-collection-007-by/ |
librivox s short mystery story collection 007 collection 16 short works mysterious fiction public domain read group librivox volunteers p |
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3653 |
4084 |
Coming People |
Charles F. Dole |
Philosophy |
<p>Dole briefly sketches the history of life, and shows how it has a definite direction - toward the survival of the kind and gentle people. It's a challenging, and quite persuasive argument, and also a much needed one in light of the dog-eat-dog theories out there. Dole shows that in our evolving society, our traditional understanding of "survival of the fittest" needs to be updated. A book that was way ahead of its time, yet so suited to it. Some may argue that - since he was writing The Coming People before the first two world wars - that he was obviously wrong. However, his argument remains valid given current scientific evidence cited in such books as "Evolution and Empathy", and "The Age of Empathy", and it's noteworthy that he wrote another book after World War I (see, A Religion for the New Day, 1920, where he states that while society is still quite barbaric, he retains his powerful conviction that it "is improving and improvable". ). Also, Dole points to the many flaws of his time (and ours too), and stresses the need to fix them in a peaceful, intelligent manner. Many of the issues he grappled with remain just as strong today, and he stated that it might be such. "The Coming People" is a universal, important message, and will continue to find home in the hearts of agnostics, believers, and atheists (at least for its strong social argument). (Introduction by Max Cusimano)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-people-by-charles-f-dole/ |
p dole briefly sketches history life shows definite direction toward survival kind gentle people challenging quite persuasive argument also much needed one light dog eat dog theories there dole shows evolving society traditional understanding survival fittest needs updated book way ahead time yet suited it may argue since writing coming people first two world wars obviously wrong however argument remains valid given current scientific evidence cited books evolution empathy the age empathy noteworthy wrote another book world war see religion new day 1920 states society still quite barbaric retains powerful conviction is improving improvable also dole points many flaws time and too stresses need fix peaceful intelligent manner many issues grappled remain strong today stated might such the coming people universal important message continue find home hearts agnostics believers atheists at least strong social argument introduction max cusimano p |
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3654 |
4086 |
Schatz |
Eduard Mörike |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Eine märchenhafte Geisternovelle.\nZur Konfirmation hat Franz Arbogast, an einem Ostersonntag geboren, ein geheimnisvolles Büchlein mit Lebensregeln für Osterkinder bekommen. Jahre später ist er als Goldschmiedsgeselle unterwegs, um kostbare Steine für einen Krone einzukaufen, doch all sein Geld wird ihm auf rätselhafte Weise gestohlen. Noch rätselhafter aber ist, dass sein Büchlein den Verlust voraussagt und ihm rät, dem Verlorenen nicht hinterher zu jagen, da er es bald von selbst wiederfinden wird. Franz bleibt also in der Gegend und kommt zu einem Schloss, bei dem der Sage nach ein Geist sein Wesen treibt, der nur von einem Osterkind erlöst werden kann. Er findet bei den Verwaltern des Schlosses gastliche Aufnahme, und es begegnen ihm hier ganz wundersame Dinge.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/der-schatz-by-eduard-morike/ |
p eine märchenhafte geisternovelle zur konfirmation hat franz arbogast einem ostersonntag geboren ein geheimnisvolles büchlein mit lebensregeln für osterkinder bekommen jahre später ist er als goldschmiedsgeselle unterwegs um kostbare steine für einen krone einzukaufen doch sein geld wird ihm auf rätselhafte weise gestohlen noch rätselhafter aber ist dass sein büchlein den verlust voraussagt und ihm rät dem verlorenen nicht hinterher zu jagen da er es bald von selbst wiederfinden wird franz bleibt also der gegend und kommt zu einem schloss bei dem der sage nach ein geist sein wesen treibt der nur von einem osterkind erlöst werden kann er findet bei den verwaltern des schlosses gastliche aufnahme und es begegnen ihm hier ganz wundersame dinge zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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3661 |
4093 |
Death of the Lion |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
This short novel is a black comedy about fame, manipulation, pretension, and surviving it all. The narrator, a reprehensible and seedy journalist, sets out to interview a minor author, and in his own quest for glory, turns the author into the celebrity of the day. The sudden and untimely death of the author, with his latest work unfinished, presents a troubling dilemma for the narrator, which he resolves with no more conscience than he had when he began his quest. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-of-the-lion-by-henry-james/ |
short novel black comedy fame manipulation pretension surviving all narrator reprehensible seedy journalist sets interview minor author quest glory turns author celebrity day sudden untimely death author latest work unfinished presents troubling dilemma narrator resolves conscience began quest introduction christine dufour p |
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3655 |
4087 |
William Tell Told Again |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<p>This is the classic story of William Tell - Swiss patriot and great apple-shooter - as seen through the eyes of English humorist P.G. Wodehouse.\r\nNo Swiss were (permanently) injured in the telling of this story; however, results differed for Austrian tyrants.\r\n\r\nThe original volume also included a humorous poem encapsulating the whole Tell legend, written by John W. Houghton to accompany the sixteen color illustrations. For this audiobook, the stanzas have been collected and read as a single poem. (Introduction by Mark F. Smith)\r\n</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/william-tell-told-again-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p this classic story william tell swiss patriot great apple shooter seen eyes english humorist p g wodehouse swiss permanently injured telling story however results differed austrian tyrants original volume also included humorous poem encapsulating whole tell legend written john w houghton accompany sixteen color illustrations audiobook stanzas collected read single poem introduction mark f smith p |
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3656 |
4088 |
Dueling Machine |
Ben Bova |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Dueling Machine is the solution to settling disputes without injury. After you and your opponent select weapons and environments you are injected into an artificial reality where you fight to the virtual death… but no one actually gets hurt. That is, until a warrior from the Kerak Empire figures a way to execute real-world killings from within the machine. Now its inventor Dr. Leoh has to prevent his machine from becoming a tool of conquest. – The Dueling Machine, written with Myron R. Lewis, first appeared in the May, 1963 issue of Analog Science Fact & Fiction. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-dueling-machine-by-ben-bova/ |
p the dueling machine solution settling disputes without injury opponent select weapons environments injected artificial reality fight virtual death one actually gets hurt is warrior kerak empire figures way execute real world killings within machine inventor dr leoh prevent machine becoming tool conquest dueling machine written myron r lewis first appeared may 1963 issue analog science fact fiction summary gregg margarite p |
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3657 |
4089 |
Eve’s Diary (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Eve's Diary is a comic short story by Mark Twain. It was first published in the 1905 Christmas issue of the magazine Harper's Bazaar, and in book format in June 1906 by Harper and Brothers publishing house. It is written in the style of a diary kept by the first woman in the Judeao-Christian creation myth, Eve, and is claimed to be "translated from the original MS." The "plot" of this novel is the first-person account of Eve from her creation up to her burial by, her mate, Adam, including meeting and getting to know Adam, and exploring the world around her, Eden. The story then jumps 40 years into the future after the Fall and expulsion from Eden. It is one of a series of books Twain wrote concerning the story of Adam and Eve, including 'Extracts from Adam's Diary,' 'That Day In Eden,' 'Eve Speaks,' 'Adam's Soliloquy,' and the 'Autobiography of Eve.' Eve's Diary has a lighter tone than the others in the series, as Eve has a strong appreciation for beauty and love. The book may have been written as a posthumous love-letter to Mark Twain's wife Olivia Langdon Clemens, or Livy, who died in June 1904, just before the story was written. Mark Twain is quoted as saying, "Eve's Diary is finished — I've been waiting for her to speak, but she doesn't say anything more." The story ends with Adam's speaking at Eve's grave, "Wherever she was, there was Eden." (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/eves-diary-by-mark-twain-2/ |
p eve s diary comic short story mark twain first published 1905 christmas issue magazine harper s bazaar book format june 1906 harper brothers publishing house written style diary kept first woman judeao christian creation myth eve claimed translated original ms plot novel first person account eve creation burial by mate adam including meeting getting know adam exploring world around her eden story jumps 40 years future fall expulsion eden one series books twain wrote concerning story adam eve including extracts adam s diary that day eden eve speaks adam s soliloquy autobiography eve eve s diary lighter tone others series eve strong appreciation beauty love book may written posthumous love letter mark twain s wife olivia langdon clemens livy died june 1904 story written mark twain quoted saying eve s diary finished i ve waiting speak say anything more story ends adam s speaking eve s grave wherever was eden introduction wikipedia p |
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3658 |
4090 |
Duke's Children |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
In the last of the six Palliser novels, the sudden death of his wife, Lady Glencora, leaves Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, finding himself in charge of his three children. The eldest, Lord Silverbridge, has recently been expelled from Oxford; his younger brother, Gerald, is about to enter Cambridge; and the youngest, nineteen-year old Lady Mary, has imprudently formed an attachment to Francis Tregear, who, while certainly a gentleman, unfortunately has no income. Before her death, Glencora knew (and approved) of her daughter's attachment; the Duke, however, does not know of it, and is not at all likely to approve. Mrs. Finn (the former Marie Goesler), who was Glencora's closest friend, learns from Mary of her love for Tregear, and is faced with the question of either keeping silent, thus breaking faith with the Duke (who has entrusted Lady Mary to her care) or telling the Duke, and breaking faith with Mary herself.</p>\nSomewhat later Lord Silverbridge himself forms an attachment to an unsuitable (because American!) girl. The Duke, whose overriding passions in life are politics and the decimalization of English currency, finds himself facing the problems brought by his children, which now have to be resolved without their mother's help. It is, in short, a novel about the generation gap, and though Trollope would never have used the term, he was obviously familiar with the problem.</p>\n(Summary Nicholas Clifford)<br><br>The other Palliser novels are\n1 - Can You Forgive Her?<br>\n2 - Phineas Finn, the Irish Member<br>\n3 - The Eustace Diamonds<br>\n4 - Phineus Redux<br>\n5 - The Prime Minister<br>\n6 - The Duke's Children</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-dukes-children-by-anthony-trollope/ |
last six palliser novels sudden death wife lady glencora leaves plantagenet palliser duke omnium finding charge three children eldest lord silverbridge recently expelled oxford younger brother gerald enter cambridge youngest nineteen year old lady mary imprudently formed attachment francis tregear who certainly gentleman unfortunately income death glencora knew and approved daughter s attachment duke however know it likely approve mrs finn the former marie goesler glencora s closest friend learns mary love tregear faced question either keeping silent thus breaking faith duke who entrusted lady mary care telling duke breaking faith mary herself p somewhat later lord silverbridge forms attachment unsuitable because american girl duke whose overriding passions life politics decimalization english currency finds facing problems brought children resolved without mother s help is short novel generation gap though trollope would never used term obviously familiar problem p summary nicholas clifford br br the palliser novels 1 forgive her br 2 phineas finn irish member br 3 eustace diamonds br 4 phineus redux br 5 prime minister br 6 duke s children p |
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3659 |
4091 |
Dracula (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Bram Stoker |
Dramatic Readings, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Bram Stoker did not invent the vampire story, but he popularized it with his classic 1897 novel. In form <i>Dracula</i> is an epistolary novel, told through a series of journal entries, letters, newspaper articles, and telegrams. It begins with lawyer Jonathan Harker's perilous journey to Castle Dracula in Transylvania, and chronicles the vampire's invasion of England, where he preys upon the lovely Lucy Westenra and Harker's fiancee, Mina. Harker and Mina join forces with lunatic asylum proprieter Dr. Seward, Lucy's fiance Arthur Holmwood, Texas man of action Quincey Morris, and Dutch vampire hunter Dr. Van Helsing to try and defeat their powerful adversary. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Jonathan Harker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Mina Murray Harker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lucy Westenra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Dr. Seward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Quincey P. Morris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5098">Eric Zetterlund</a><br>Arthur Holmwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Cutting from The Dailygraph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Log of the Demeter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5104">Chuck Burke</a><br>Samuel F. Billington & Son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4462">Katalina Watt</a><br>Carter, Patterson & Co: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4942">Robert B.</a><br>Sister Agatha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Abraham Van Helsing: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4684">Rismyth</a><br>The Pall Mall Gazette: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Patrick Hennessey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4848">Dee Wyckoff</a><br>The Westminster Gazette: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mitchell, Sons, & Candy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4942">Robert B.</a><br>Rufus Smith Telegrams: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/dracula-version-2-by-bram-stoker/ |
p bram stoker invent vampire story popularized classic 1897 novel form i dracula i epistolary novel told series journal entries letters newspaper articles telegrams begins lawyer jonathan harker s perilous journey castle dracula transylvania chronicles vampire s invasion england preys upon lovely lucy westenra harker s fiancee mina harker mina join forces lunatic asylum proprieter dr seward lucy s fiance arthur holmwood texas man action quincey morris dutch vampire hunter dr van helsing try defeat powerful adversary summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p jonathan harker a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mina murray harker a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lucy westenra a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br dr seward a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br quincey p morris a href http librivox org reader 5098 eric zetterlund a br arthur holmwood a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br cutting dailygraph a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br log demeter a href http librivox org reader 5104 chuck burke a br samuel f billington son a href http librivox org reader 4462 katalina watt a br carter patterson co a href http librivox org reader 4942 robert b a br sister agatha a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br abraham van helsing a href http librivox org reader 4684 rismyth a br the pall mall gazette a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br patrick hennessey a href http librivox org reader 4848 dee wyckoff a br the westminster gazette a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mitchell sons candy a href http librivox org reader 4942 robert b a br rufus smith telegrams a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
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3660 |
4092 |
Phantasie in der Malerei |
Max Liebermann |
Art, Design & Architecture |
<P>Max Liebermann gehört zu den bedeutendsten Vertretern des deutschen Impressionismus und war Kopf der Berliner Secession.<BR>1903 erfolgte eine erste Veröffentlichung als Professor der Akademie der Künste unter dem Titel <b>Die Phantasie in der Malerei</b>. Hierin lehnte er Gebilde, die nicht auf die Anschauung eines Wirklichen zurückgingen, kategorisch ab. Bei der Malerei sei das Sujet im Grunde gleichgültig, es komme auf „die den malerischen Mitteln am meisten adäquate Auffassung der Natur“ an. Damit lehnte er die junge Bewegung der abstrakten Kunst, insbesondere den Expressionismus, entschieden ab. Liebermanns Essay war keine Kampfschrift, es war sein persönliches Plädoyer für den Naturalismus und den Impressionismus. Im April 1916 erschien Liebermanns Essay <B>Die Phantasie in der Malerei</B> erstmals in Buchform. In der hinzugefügten Einleitung schrieb er: „Und waren je die ästhetischen Ansichten verwirrter als heut? Wo ein jüngerer Kunstrichter aus den Schützengräben Flanderns heraus schreibt, daß der Krieg nicht nur für die Existenz Deutschlands, sondern über den Sieg des Expressionismus entscheidet.“<BR>(Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</P> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/die-phantasie-in-der-malerei-by-max-liebermann/ |
p max liebermann gehört zu den bedeutendsten vertretern des deutschen impressionismus und war kopf der berliner secession br 1903 erfolgte eine erste veröffentlichung als professor der akademie der künste unter dem titel b die phantasie der malerei b hierin lehnte er gebilde die nicht auf die anschauung eines wirklichen zurückgingen kategorisch ab bei der malerei sei das sujet im grunde gleichgültig es komme auf die den malerischen mitteln meisten adäquate auffassung der natur an damit lehnte er die junge bewegung der abstrakten kunst insbesondere den expressionismus entschieden ab liebermanns essay war keine kampfschrift es war sein persönliches plädoyer für den naturalismus und den impressionismus im april 1916 erschien liebermanns essay b die phantasie der malerei b erstmals buchform der hinzugefügten einleitung schrieb er und waren je die ästhetischen ansichten verwirrter als heut wo ein jüngerer kunstrichter aus den schützengräben flanderns heraus schreibt daß der krieg nicht nur für die existenz deutschlands sondern über den sieg des expressionismus entscheidet br zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
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11441 |
12112 |
Molly Brown's Junior Days |
Nell Speed |
Action & Adventure |
This novel is the third in a series of eight books written about Miss Molly Brown of Kentucky during her education at Wellington College in the early years of the 1900's. (Debbie R. Baker Robinson ) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/molly-browns-junior-days-by-nell-speed/ |
novel third series eight books written miss molly brown kentucky education wellington college early years 1900 s debbie r baker robinson |
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3663 |
4096 |
Crevice |
William J. Burns |
Detective Fiction |
The sudden death of wealthy and prominent financier, Pennington Lawton from an apparent heart attack, followed by the shocking revelation of his impending bankruptcy, leaves his sole heir and only daughter, Anita, distraught and nearly penniless. Nonetheless, she is determined to unravel the mystery surrounding her father’s death and the loss of his great fortune. To this end she engages the famous detective, Henry Blaine who is determined to unravel the tangled web of deception and restore both her father’s reputation and Anita’s inheritance. \n\nIsabel Ostrander, who also wrote under the pseudonyms Christopher B. Booth, Robert Orr Chipperfield, David Fox, and Douglas Grant, was a prolific author of early American crime fiction. In <i>The Crevice</i> she collaborated with coauthor, William J. Burns, who served for three years as director of the Bureau of Investigation (a predecessor of the FBI)and was also famous for his exploits as a private detective. His cases served as material for the “true” crime stories he later wrote and published in detective magazines in the early 20th century. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-crevice-by-william-j-burns-and-isabel-ostrander/ |
sudden death wealthy prominent financier pennington lawton apparent heart attack followed shocking revelation impending bankruptcy leaves sole heir daughter anita distraught nearly penniless nonetheless determined unravel mystery surrounding father s death loss great fortune end engages famous detective henry blaine determined unravel tangled web deception restore father s reputation anita s inheritance isabel ostrander also wrote pseudonyms christopher b booth robert orr chipperfield david fox douglas grant prolific author early american crime fiction i the crevice i collaborated coauthor william j burns served three years director bureau investigation a predecessor fbi and also famous exploits private detective cases served material true crime stories later wrote published detective magazines early 20th century summary j m smallheer p |
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3664 |
4097 |
Gilded Age, A Tale of Today |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p><i>The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today</i> is an 1873 novel by Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner that satirizes greed and political corruption in post-Civil War America. The term <i>gilded age</i>, commonly given to the era, comes from the title of this book. Twain and Warner got the name from Shakespeare's King John (1595): "To gild refined gold, to paint the lily... is wasteful and ridiculous excess." Gilding a lily, which is already beautiful and not in need of further adornment, is excessive and wasteful, characteristics of the age Twain and Warner wrote about in their novel. Another interpretation of the title, of course, is the contrast between an ideal "Golden Age," and a less worthy "Gilded Age," as gilding is only a thin layer of gold over baser metal, so the title now takes on a pejorative meaning as to the novel's time, events and people.<br/><br/>\n\nAlthough not one of Twain's more well-known works, it has appeared in more than 100 editions since its original publication in 1873. Twain and Warner originally had planned to issue the novel with illustrations by Thomas Nast. The book is remarkable for two reasons–-it is the only novel Twain wrote with a collaborator, and its title very quickly became synonymous with graft, materialism, and corruption in public life. (Description by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-gilded-age-by-mark-twain-charles-dudley-warner/ |
p i the gilded age tale today i 1873 novel mark twain charles dudley warner satirizes greed political corruption post civil war america term i gilded age i commonly given era comes title book twain warner got name shakespeare s king john 1595 to gild refined gold paint lily wasteful ridiculous excess gilding lily already beautiful need adornment excessive wasteful characteristics age twain warner wrote novel another interpretation title course contrast ideal golden age less worthy gilded age gilding thin layer gold baser metal title takes pejorative meaning novel s time events people br br although one twain s well known works appeared 100 editions since original publication 1873 twain warner originally planned issue novel illustrations thomas nast book remarkable two reasons it novel twain wrote collaborator title quickly became synonymous graft materialism corruption public life description wikipedia p |
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3665 |
4098 |
Pee-Wee Harris |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
General |
<p>Percy Keese Fitzhugh was an American author of nearly 100 books for children and young adults. The bulk of his work revolves around the fictional town of Bridgeboro, New Jersey and has a scouting theme. One of his major characters was Pee Wee Harris. The title, Pee Wee Harris, was the first in a series of 13 Pee Wee Harris books. Pee Wee is just that; small in stature but huge in heart and ever so loyal as a scout should be. In the first installment, Pee Wee visits his Aunt Jamsiah and Uncle Eb in a small New Jersey backwoods village called Everdoze. The village is aptly named. Pee Wee’s energy is boundless and he promptly sets to work to put Everdoze on the map through scout enterprise to earn money to buy tents for his scout troop. A series of adventures and a new friendship develop even as things go awry. This book is light and enjoyable listening for both children and adults alike. Enjoy! (Summary modified partially from Wikipedia and Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pee-wee-harris-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh/ |
p percy keese fitzhugh american author nearly 100 books children young adults bulk work revolves around fictional town bridgeboro new jersey scouting theme one major characters pee wee harris title pee wee harris first series 13 pee wee harris books pee wee that small stature huge heart ever loyal scout be first installment pee wee visits aunt jamsiah uncle eb small new jersey backwoods village called everdoze village aptly named pee wee s energy boundless promptly sets work put everdoze map scout enterprise earn money buy tents scout troop series adventures new friendship develop even things go awry book light enjoyable listening children adults alike enjoy summary modified partially wikipedia tom weiss p |
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3666 |
4099 |
Best Thing in the World |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of <i>The Best Thing in the World</i> by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 28th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-thing-in-the-world-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings i the best thing world i elizabeth barrett browning weekly poetry project february 28th 2010 br br |
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3667 |
4101 |
Woodlanders (version 2) |
Thomas Hardy |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>The Woodlanders is one of Hardy's later novels, although he originally intended it as a successor to Far From The Madding Crowd. It concerns the life and loves of Giles Winterborne, Grace Melbury, Edred Fitzpiers, Felice Charmond and Marty South. The topics of class, fidelity and loyalty are dealt with in Hardy's exquisite style and set in the beautiful woodlands of Hintock (T.Hynes)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-woodlanders-by-thomas-hardy-2/ |
p the woodlanders one hardy s later novels although originally intended successor far madding crowd concerns life loves giles winterborne grace melbury edred fitzpiers felice charmond marty south topics class fidelity loyalty dealt hardy s exquisite style set beautiful woodlands hintock t hynes p |
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3668 |
4102 |
Korte Verhalen van Louis Couperus |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
Louis Couperus schreef naast zijn bekende boeken ook een aantal korte verhalen voor diverse kranten en tijdschriften In deze collectie zijn er tien bijeengebracht, vijf ‘Sprookjes en Fantastische Verhalen’ en vijf ‘Historische Verhalen’.</p> |
Dutch |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/korte-verhalen-van-louis-couperus-by-louis-couperus/ |
louis couperus schreef naast zijn bekende boeken ook een aantal korte verhalen voor diverse kranten en tijdschriften deze collectie zijn er tien bijeengebracht vijf sprookjes en fantastische verhalen en vijf historische verhalen p |
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3669 |
4103 |
Janet of the Dunes |
Harriet Theresa Comstock |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Known primarily for her children's books, Harriet T. Comstock would occasionally depart from that genre and showcase her writing talent in adult prose as well. Janet of the Dunes is one such departure wherein she masterfully takes us into the lives of the bold men and women who tended those life saving stations along the seaboard which many a ship relied upon for their safety. They were simple people, large of heart and as close-knit as a tiny community can and must ever be, and they, above all else, took their duties very seriously. The story revolves primarily around Janet and her "Cap'n Billy Daddy" and how their lives and their devotion to one another are touched by the others within the small circle of people of the dunes, the hills, and the light. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/janet-of-the-dunes-by-harriet-t-comstock/ |
p known primarily children s books harriet t comstock would occasionally depart genre showcase writing talent adult prose well janet dunes one departure wherein masterfully takes us lives bold men women tended life saving stations along seaboard many ship relied upon safety simple people large heart close knit tiny community must ever be they else took duties seriously story revolves primarily around janet cap n billy daddy lives devotion one another touched others within small circle people dunes hills light summary roger melin p |
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3670 |
4104 |
War and Peace, Book 17: Second Epilogue |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction |
War and Peace (Russian: Война и мир, Voyna i mir; in original orthography: Война и миръ, Voyna i mir") is an epic novel by Leo Tolstoy, first published from 1865 to 1869 in Russki Vestnik, which tells the story of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era. It is usually described as one of Tolstoy's two major masterpieces (the other being Anna Karenina) as well as one of the world's greatest novels. </p>War and Peace offered a new kind of fiction, with a great many characters caught up in a plot that covered nothing less than the grand subjects indicated by the title, combined with the equally large topics of youth, age and marriage. While today it is considered a novel, it broke so many novelistic conventions of its day that many critics of Tolstoy's time did not consider it as such. Tolstoy himself considered Anna Karenina (1878) to be his first attempt at a novel in the European sense. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p>Note: The novel is split up in 15 books and two epilogues. This is the recording of the second epilogue, which is the last volume of the novel. The recording of the first epilogue can be found <a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-16-first-epilogue-1813-1820-by-leo-tolstoy/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-book-17-second-epilogue-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace russian война и мир voyna mir original orthography война и миръ voyna mir epic novel leo tolstoy first published 1865 1869 russki vestnik tells story russian society napoleonic era usually described one tolstoy s two major masterpieces the anna karenina well one world s greatest novels p war peace offered new kind fiction great many characters caught plot covered nothing less grand subjects indicated title combined equally large topics youth age marriage today considered novel broke many novelistic conventions day many critics tolstoy s time consider such tolstoy considered anna karenina 1878 first attempt novel european sense summary wikipedia p note novel split 15 books two epilogues recording second epilogue last volume novel recording first epilogue found a href http librivox org war and peace book 16 first epilogue 1813 1820 by leo tolstoy rel nofollow here a p |
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3671 |
4105 |
Silence Dogood Letters |
Benjamin Franklin |
Early Modern, Essays, Letters |
As a teenager, Benjamin Franklin apprenticed with his brother James at the shop where The New-England Courant was printed. Since James would not publish any of Benjamin's works, fifteen-year-old Benjamin sent letters to The New England Courant under the pseudonym Silence Dogood. A total of fourteen letters were sent, one each fortnight, between April and December of 1722. (Introduction by Darcy Smittenaar)</p> |
English |
1722 |
https://librivox.org/the-silence-dogood-letters-by-benjamin-franklin |
teenager benjamin franklin apprenticed brother james shop new england courant printed since james would publish benjamin s works fifteen year old benjamin sent letters new england courant pseudonym silence dogood total fourteen letters sent one fortnight april december 1722 introduction darcy smittenaar p |
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3672 |
4106 |
Short Poetry Collection 087 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of March 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-087-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month march 2010 p |
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3673 |
4107 |
Guilty River |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
<p>After his father’s death Gerard Roylake returns from Germany to take up his inheritance at Trimley Deen. On one evening he meets his childhood friend, Cristel Toller. They fall in love, but there is a crux. A deaf man, called The Lodger is obsessed with Cristel. He invites Gerard to tea with evil intentions… and Gerard accepts the invitation.<br /><br />The book is written in the first person and tells the story from Gerard's point of view. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)<br></br>Additional proof-listening by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4946" target="_blank">Betty M.</a></p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-guilty-river-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p after father s death gerard roylake returns germany take inheritance trimley deen one evening meets childhood friend cristel toller fall love crux deaf man called lodger obsessed cristel invites gerard tea evil intentions gerard accepts invitation br br the book written first person tells story gerard s point view summary diana majlinger br br additional proof listening a href http librivox org reader 4946 target _blank betty m a p |
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3674 |
4108 |
Just So Stories (version 4) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The <em>Just So Stories for Little Children</em> are among Kipling's best known and loved works. This recording aims to be the first complete audio book of this title with nothing left out.</p><p>The Nobel prize-winning author's enjoyment in playing with the sounds and meanings of words is very evident throughout, and adds to adults' enjoyment of these stories for children. This playfulness is also dramatically present in the plotting. For both reasons these stories been loved by generations of children and adults alike. Because the writing plays with sound and meaning the Just So Stories are best enjoyed when read aloud.</p><p>As we all are, Kipling was a child of his time and social setting, so for example in "How the Leopard Got his Spots" he uses what one recent reviewer called "the N word" to refer to the Ethiopian. Each listener will need to examine critically both Kipling's attitudes and their own.</p><p>This recording of the <em>Just So Stories</em> by Rudyard Kipling includes Kipling's descriptions of the pictures he drew for the book. <a href="http://www.archive.org/download/JustSoStoriesForLittleChildrenByRudyardKiplingIllustrationsByThe/PictureFile.pdf">These pictures can be found in a PDF file</a> to accompany each chapter. As well as the twelve stories most often published under this title (from the first British edition) it also includes "The Tabu Tale" a thirteenth story (included in the first US edition). The last story Kipling wrote "<a href="http://www.kipling.org.uk/rg_ham1.htm">Ham and the Porcupine</a>" is also a just so story, but has not usually been collected with the others, and perhaps lacks their verve and wordplay. The <em>Kipling Society</em> publishes an <a href="http://www.kipling.org.uk/bookmart_collects.htm#just">excellent freely available online edition</a> with a good set of notes on the text.</p><p>The stories are fanciful, and not intended to offer historical, scientific or religious accounts of the way things became. They are simply and exquisitely stories to enjoy.</p><p>So please <strong>enjoy</strong> them in this reading. (Introduction by Tim Bulkeley)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-stories-version-4-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p the em just stories little children em among kipling s best known loved works recording aims first complete audio book title nothing left out p p the nobel prize winning author s enjoyment playing sounds meanings words evident throughout adds adults enjoyment stories children playfulness also dramatically present plotting reasons stories loved generations children adults alike writing plays sound meaning stories best enjoyed read aloud p p as are kipling child time social setting example how leopard got spots uses one recent reviewer called the n word refer ethiopian listener need examine critically kipling s attitudes own p p this recording em just stories em rudyard kipling includes kipling s descriptions pictures drew book a href http www archive org download justsostoriesforlittlechildrenbyrudyardkiplingillustrationsbythe picturefile pdf these pictures found pdf file a accompany chapter well twelve stories often published title from first british edition also includes the tabu tale thirteenth story included first us edition last story kipling wrote a href http www kipling org uk rg_ham1 htm ham porcupine a also story usually collected others perhaps lacks verve wordplay em kipling society em publishes a href http www kipling org uk bookmart_collects htm just excellent freely available online edition a good set notes text p p the stories fanciful intended offer historical scientific religious accounts way things became simply exquisitely stories enjoy p p so please strong enjoy strong reading introduction tim bulkeley p |
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4109 |
New York Idea |
Langdon Mitchell |
Plays |
I find it very hard to classify "The New York Idea" under any of the established rubrics. It is rather too extravagant to rank as a comedy; it is much too serious in its purport, too searching in its character-delineation and too thoughtful in its wit, to be treated as a mere farce. Its title—not, perhaps, a very happy one—is explained in this saying of one of the characters: "Marry for whim and leave the rest to the divorce court—that's the New York idea of marriage." </p>\n\nLike all the plays, from Sardou's "Divorçons" onward, which deal with a too facile system of divorce, this one shows a discontented woman, who has broken up her home for a caprice, suffering agonies of jealousy when her ex-husband proposes to make use of the freedom she has given him, and returning to him at last with the admission that their divorce was at least "premature." In this central conception there is nothing particularly original. It is the wealth of humourous invention displayed in the details both of character and situation that renders the play remarkable. (Summary from Project Gutenberg)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nPhilip Phillimore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nGrace Phillimore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br />\nMrs. Phillimore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br />\nMiss Heneage: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br />\nMatthew Phillimore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br />\nWilliam Sudley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nMrs. Vida Phillimore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nSir Wilfrid Cates-Darby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5172">Equilibrium33</a><br />\nJohn Karslake: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nMrs. Cynthia Karslake: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nBrooks: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5172">Equilibrium33</a><br />\nTim Fiddler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5172">Equilibrium33</a><br />\nNogam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4139">moonpiles</a><br />\nThomas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1823">David Muncaster</a><br />\nBenson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-york-idea-by-langdon-mitchell/ |
find hard classify the new york idea established rubrics rather extravagant rank comedy much serious purport searching character delineation thoughtful wit treated mere farce title not perhaps happy one is explained saying one characters marry whim leave rest divorce court that s new york idea marriage p like plays sardou s divorçons onward deal facile system divorce one shows discontented woman broken home caprice suffering agonies jealousy ex husband proposes make use freedom given him returning last admission divorce least premature central conception nothing particularly original wealth humourous invention displayed details character situation renders play remarkable summary project gutenberg br br strong cast strong br philip phillimore a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br grace phillimore a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br mrs phillimore a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br miss heneage a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br matthew phillimore a href http librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br william sudley a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br mrs vida phillimore a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sir wilfrid cates darby a href http librivox org reader 5172 equilibrium33 a br john karslake a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mrs cynthia karslake a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br brooks a href http librivox org reader 5172 equilibrium33 a br tim fiddler a href http librivox org reader 5172 equilibrium33 a br nogam a href http librivox org reader 4139 moonpiles a br thomas a href http librivox org reader 1823 david muncaster a br benson a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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3676 |
4110 |
Harding's Luck |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction |
Harding's luck is sequel to E. Nesbit's "The House of Arden". It tells the story of Dickie Harding, a disabled boy, who one day accidentelly discovers an old magic, that allows him to travel into his own past. There he meets Elfrida and Edred Arden (as told in "The House of Arden") and together they seek for a long lost treasure. (Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/hardings-luck-by-edith-nesbit/ |
harding s luck sequel e nesbit s the house arden tells story dickie harding disabled boy one day accidentelly discovers old magic allows travel past meets elfrida edred arden as told the house arden together seek long lost treasure summary elli p |
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3677 |
4111 |
Nigger of the Narcissus |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>This is the story of a voyage of a merchant sailing ship from Bombay to England, set in the very late 19th century. “It was a bad winter off the Cape that year.” From Wikepedia: “The novel is seen as an allegory about isolation and solidarity, the ship's company serving as a microcosm of a social group.” As to the title, one can only ask, “What WERE you thinking?” (Introduction by Tom Crawford)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-nigger-of-the-narcissus-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p this story voyage merchant sailing ship bombay england set late 19th century it bad winter cape year wikepedia the novel seen allegory isolation solidarity ship s company serving microcosm social group title one ask what thinking introduction tom crawford p |
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3678 |
4112 |
Fünfzig Jahre Museumsarbeit |
Wilhelm von Bode |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
<p>Wilhelm von Bode war ein bedeutender deutscher Kunsthistoriker und Museumsfachmann und gilt als der Mitbegründer des modernen Museumswesens. Bode war eine der zentralen Persönlichkeiten in der deutschen Kultur des späten 19. und frühen 20. Jahrhunderts. 1904 gründete er das Kaiser-Friedrich-Museum (heute Bode-Museum) auf der Museumsinsel in Berlin, war dort Generaldirektor der staatlichen Kunstsammlungen und schuf grundlegende Arbeiten zur Geschichte der deutschen, niederländischen und italienischen Malerei und Plastik. Aufgrund seines entscheidenden Einflusses auf die Entwicklung der Berliner Kunstsammlungen wurde er auch „Museums-Condottiere“ und „Bismarck der Berliner Museen“ genannt. 1889 bis 1914 leitete er ebenfalls die Neugründung der im deutsch-französischen Krieg vernichteten städtischen Kunstsammlungen der Stadt Straßburg.<br><br>\nIn seinem Buch Fünfzig Jahre Museumsarbeit gibt Wilhelm von Bode einen Überblick von der Entwicklung der Sammlungen in Zeit 1872 - 1922, soweit er sie erweitert oder selbst ins Leben gerufen hat. Persönliche Erlebnisse hat er dort einfließen lassen, wo sie ihm von allgemeiner Bedeutung erscheinen.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/funfzig-jahre-museumsarbeit-by-wilhelm-von-bode/ |
p wilhelm von bode war ein bedeutender deutscher kunsthistoriker und museumsfachmann und gilt als der mitbegründer des modernen museumswesens bode war eine der zentralen persönlichkeiten der deutschen kultur des späten 19 und frühen 20 jahrhunderts 1904 gründete er das kaiser friedrich museum heute bode museum auf der museumsinsel berlin war dort generaldirektor der staatlichen kunstsammlungen und schuf grundlegende arbeiten zur geschichte der deutschen niederländischen und italienischen malerei und plastik aufgrund seines entscheidenden einflusses auf die entwicklung der berliner kunstsammlungen wurde er auch museums condottiere und bismarck der berliner museen genannt 1889 bis 1914 leitete er ebenfalls die neugründung der im deutsch französischen krieg vernichteten städtischen kunstsammlungen der stadt straßburg br br seinem buch fünfzig jahre museumsarbeit gibt wilhelm von bode einen überblick von der entwicklung der sammlungen zeit 1872 1922 soweit er sie erweitert oder selbst ins leben gerufen hat persönliche erlebnisse hat er dort einfließen lassen wo sie ihm von allgemeiner bedeutung erscheinen zusammenfassung von wikipedia und wassermann p |
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3679 |
4113 |
Betrothed (I Promessi Sposi) |
Alessandro Manzoni |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Betrothed (I Promessi Sposi) presents a kaleidoscope of individual stories, which are all tied together by the story of Lucia and Renzo, two young persons of humble origin that are deeply in love with one another. However, despite their great attachment, they are prevented from marrying by the cruel Don Rodrigo, who has himself cast an eye on the beautiful and pious Lucia. Don Rodrigo menaces the priest who was to perform the wedding ceremony, who then refuses to do his duty. Thus threatened and prevented from being married, the couple is separated, and the narration follows each of them on their struggle to unite again.<br>\nSet in the years 1628-1630, the main story is accompanied by a rich and most accurate description of the historical background -- the warfaring cities, the plague, and the oppressive Spanish rule over Northern Italy during that time. The narration also includes many smaller subplots which allow the reader glimpses into the lives of the other characters involved.\n\nAlessandro Manzoni is regarded as one of the most important authors of Italian literature, and this particular work is counted to the overall most important literary works of the 19th century.<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-betrothed-by-alessandro-manzoni/ |
betrothed i promessi sposi presents kaleidoscope individual stories tied together story lucia renzo two young persons humble origin deeply love one another however despite great attachment prevented marrying cruel rodrigo cast eye beautiful pious lucia rodrigo menaces priest perform wedding ceremony refuses duty thus threatened prevented married couple separated narration follows struggle unite again br set years 1628 1630 main story accompanied rich accurate description historical background warfaring cities plague oppressive spanish rule northern italy time narration also includes many smaller subplots allow reader glimpses lives characters involved alessandro manzoni regarded one important authors italian literature particular work counted overall important literary works 19th century p |
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3680 |
4114 |
Rhetoric |
Aristotle |
Education |
<p>The Rhetoric was developed by Aristotle during two periods when he was in Athens, the first between 367 to 347 BCE (when he was seconded to Plato in the Academy), and the second between 335 to 322 BCE (when he was running his own school, the Lyceum). The Rhetoric consists of three books. Book I offers a general overview, presenting the purposes of rhetoric and a working definition; it also offers a detailed discussion of the major contexts and types of rhetoric. Book II discusses in detail the three means of persuasion that an orator must rely on: those grounded in credibility (ethos), in the emotions and psychology of the audience (pathos), and in patterns of reasoning (logos). Book III introduces the elements of style (word choice, metaphor, and sentence structure) and arrangement (organization). Some attention is paid to delivery, but generally the reader is referred to the Poetics for more information in that area. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/rhetoric-by-aristotle/ |
p the rhetoric developed aristotle two periods athens first 367 347 bce when seconded plato academy second 335 322 bce when running school lyceum rhetoric consists three books book offers general overview presenting purposes rhetoric working definition also offers detailed discussion major contexts types rhetoric book ii discusses detail three means persuasion orator must rely on grounded credibility ethos emotions psychology audience pathos patterns reasoning logos book iii introduces elements style word choice metaphor sentence structure arrangement organization attention paid delivery generally reader referred poetics information area summary wikipedia p |
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3681 |
4115 |
Bible (PE) NT 12: Προς Κολοσσαεις (Colossians) |
Patriarchiki Ekdosi |
Bibles |
<p>Γράφοντας αυτό το γράμμα ο Παύλος αποδεικνύει το βαθύ ενδιαφέρον του για την εκκλησία, καθώς προσεύχεται για αυτούς να πληρωθούν με την γνώση του θελήματος του Θεού . Τους προτρέπει να μη εμμένουν τόσο στις αισθήσεις , σε πράγματα δηλαδή που προορίζονται να φθαρούν και σχετίζονται με εντάλματα και ανθρώπινες διδασκαλίες.<br><br>Να φρονούν και να σκέφτονται όχι τα επίγεια αλλά τα επουράνια τους τονίζει.<br><br>Δείχνει το μέγεθος της θυσίας , τη διάθεση του Παύλου να πάσχει και έτσι να αναπληροί τα παθήματα που θα υπέφερε ο Χριστός, εάν ήταν εδώ στη γη. για χάρη της εκκλησίας .<br><br>Δίνει έμφαση στο γεγονός ότι όλη η σοφία και η πνευματική κατανόηση μπορούν να βρεθούν στο Κύριο Ιησού Χριστό . Δίνει πρακτικές κατευθύνσεις για χριστιανική συμπεριφορά . Tους προτρέπει να νεκρώσουν τα έργα της σάρκας, και να ενδυθούν την αγάπη για να φέρουν τους καρπούς της .</p> |
Greek |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/epistole-pros-collosaes-by-patriarchike-ekdosi/ |
p γράφοντας αυτό το γράμμα ο παύλος αποδεικνύει το βαθύ ενδιαφέρον του για την εκκλησία καθώς προσεύχεται για αυτούς να πληρωθούν με την γνώση του θελήματος του θεού τους προτρέπει να μη εμμένουν τόσο στις αισθήσεις σε πράγματα δηλαδή που προορίζονται να φθαρούν και σχετίζονται με εντάλματα και ανθρώπινες διδασκαλίες br br να φρονούν και να σκέφτονται όχι τα επίγεια αλλά τα επουράνια τους τονίζει br br δείχνει το μέγεθος της θυσίας τη διάθεση του παύλου να πάσχει και έτσι να αναπληροί τα παθήματα που θα υπέφερε ο χριστός εάν ήταν εδώ στη γη για χάρη της εκκλησίας br br δίνει έμφαση στο γεγονός ότι όλη η σοφία και η πνευματική κατανόηση μπορούν να βρεθούν στο κύριο ιησού χριστό δίνει πρακτικές κατευθύνσεις για χριστιανική συμπεριφορά tους προτρέπει να νεκρώσουν τα έργα της σάρκας και να ενδυθούν την αγάπη για να φέρουν τους καρπούς της p |
| 3707 |
3682 |
4116 |
Great Shadow |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Set in an English-Scottish border village during the waning days of the Napoleonic era, this adventure story introduces us to Jock Calder, whose quiet way of life is shattered when a mysterious stranger steps ashore near his home. The stranger changes forever the lives of Jock, his cousin Edie, and his best friend Jim, sending the young men into the jaws of the final battle to defeat The Great Shadow that threatens to devour the whole of Europe. Don't look for Sherlock Holmes in this well-written tale, but do expect a wonderful glimpse of life at the end of the Napoleonic era, including an exciting rendition of The Battle of Waterloo. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-shadow-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
set english scottish border village waning days napoleonic era adventure story introduces us jock calder whose quiet way life shattered mysterious stranger steps ashore near home stranger changes forever lives jock cousin edie best friend jim sending young men jaws final battle defeat great shadow threatens devour whole europe look sherlock holmes well written tale expect wonderful glimpse life end napoleonic era including exciting rendition battle waterloo introduction christine dufour p |
| 3708 |
3683 |
4117 |
Facing the Flag |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Like The Begum's Millions, which Verne published in 1879, it has the theme of France and the entire world threatened by a super-weapon (what would now be called a weapon of mass destruction) with the threat finally overcome through the force of French patriotism. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/facing-the-flag-by-jules-verne/ |
like begum s millions verne published 1879 theme france entire world threatened super weapon what would called weapon mass destruction threat finally overcome force french patriotism summary wikipedia p |
| 3709 |
3684 |
4118 |
Höhlenkinder – Im Heimlichen Grund |
Alois Theodor Sonnleitner |
Action & Adventure |
Die Höhlenkinder ist eine Jugendbuch-Triologie von Alois Theodor Sonnleitner. Die beiden Waisen Eva und Peter werden in einem entlegenen Gebirgstal von der Aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen, wie Urmenschen zu überleben. Anhand der Beschreibung des Lebenslaufs der beiden Kinder lässt Sonnleitner die Entwicklungsgeschichte der Menschheit von der Steinzeit über die Bronzezeit bis zur Eisenzeit an dem jugendlichen Leser im Zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen.\nDies ist der Erste Band der Trilogie, in dem die Kinder in einer Höhle Unterschlupf finden, den Wert des Feuers schätzen lernen, Essbares in ihrem Tal finden, und erste Geräte, Werkzeuge, Waffen und Kleidung herstellen. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Sonja)</p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/die-hoehlenkinder-im-heimlichen-grund-by-alois-theodor-sonnleitner/ |
die höhlenkinder ist eine jugendbuch triologie von alois theodor sonnleitner die beiden waisen eva und peter werden einem entlegenen gebirgstal von der aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen wie urmenschen zu überleben anhand der beschreibung des lebenslaufs der beiden kinder lässt sonnleitner die entwicklungsgeschichte der menschheit von der steinzeit über die bronzezeit bis zur eisenzeit dem jugendlichen leser im zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen dies ist der erste band der trilogie dem die kinder einer höhle unterschlupf finden den wert des feuers schätzen lernen essbares ihrem tal finden und erste geräte werkzeuge waffen und kleidung herstellen zusammenfassung von wikipedia und sonja p |
| 3710 |
3685 |
4119 |
Five Months at Anzac |
Joseph Lievesley Beeston |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
<p>A Narrative of Personal Experiences of the Officer Commanding the 4th Field Ambulance, Australian Imperial Force . From his leaving Australia December 1914 till his evacuation due to illness after 5 months at Gallipoli. Read to remember those who were there. (Introduction by Annise)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/five-months-at-anzac-by-joseph-lievesley-beeston/ |
p a narrative personal experiences officer commanding 4th field ambulance australian imperial force leaving australia december 1914 till evacuation due illness 5 months gallipoli read remember there introduction annise p |
| 3711 |
3686 |
4120 |
Multilingual 1910 Collection |
Various |
Short Stories |
<P>This is a compilation of fiction, poetry, and non-fiction first published in the year 1910, from a personal choice by the readers. Submissions could be in any language (all except one are in English). The aim is to give people an idea of what our ancestors were reading 100 years ago. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-1910-collection/ |
p this compilation fiction poetry non fiction first published year 1910 personal choice readers submissions could language all except one english aim give people idea ancestors reading 100 years ago summary bellonatimes p |
| 3712 |
3687 |
4121 |
Aurora Floyd |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Aurora Floyd, the daughter of a rich banker and an actress, could not have had a better start: back from a finishing school in Paris, she is beautiful, clever and rich. Two men instantly fall in love with her. But when they discover that she have done something very wrong in her past, who will stand by her side? With a set of unforgettable characters, the author delivers to us what she calls "a domestic drama". This book asks some major questions: is it good to love someone even if they lied? Even if they were amoral and behaved very badly? Is it good to forgive everything? Those questions are timeless, and so is this book. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/aurora-floyd-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
p aurora floyd daughter rich banker actress could better start back finishing school paris beautiful clever rich two men instantly fall love her discover done something wrong past stand side set unforgettable characters author delivers us calls a domestic drama book asks major questions good love someone even lied even amoral behaved badly good forgive everything questions timeless book summary stav nisser p |
| 3713 |
3688 |
4122 |
Faults |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of Faults by Sara Teasdale. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 7th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/faults-by-sara-teasdale/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings faults sara teasdale weekly poetry project march 7th 2010 p |
| 3714 |
3689 |
4123 |
Spring (Barber) |
Margaret Fairless Barber |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Spring by "Michael Fairless" (pseudonym of Margaret Fairless Barber). This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 7th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/spring-by-michael-fairless/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings spring michael fairless pseudonym margaret fairless barber fortnightly poetry project march 7th 2010 p |
| 3715 |
3690 |
4124 |
He |
Andrew Lang |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>This book is a parody of the famous swashbuckling novel, She, by H. Rider Haggard. (summary by Neeru Iyer)<br><br>You will not think, therefore, that the respectful Liberty we have taken with your Wondrous Tale... indicates any lack of Loyalty to our Lady Ayesha.<br><br>Her beauties are beyond the reach of danger from Burlesque, nor does her form flit across our humble pages. (taken from the Dedication)</p>\nThe characters of Editor and Publisher, who make comments throughout the story were read by: Editor – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3588">Neeru Iyer</a> and Publisher – <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2506">Julie VW</a><br><br> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/he-by-andrew-lang-and-walter-herries-pollock/ |
p this book parody famous swashbuckling novel she h rider haggard summary neeru iyer br br you think therefore respectful liberty taken wondrous tale indicates lack loyalty lady ayesha br br her beauties beyond reach danger burlesque form flit across humble pages taken dedication p characters editor publisher make comments throughout story read by editor a href http librivox org reader 3588 neeru iyer a publisher a href http librivox org reader 2506 julie vw a br br |
| 3716 |
3691 |
4125 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 01: Scialle Nero |
Luigi Pirandello |
Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<br/><br/>Questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.<br/><br/> |
Italian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-1-scialle-nero-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 riassunto di filippo gioachin br br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii br br |
| 3717 |
3692 |
4126 |
Othello |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Othello is the story of a cross-cultural romance between the title character, a noble moor who is a general in the Venetian army, and Desdemona, a beautiful and virtuous Venetian lady. The newly-married couple fall prey to the machinations of Iago, Othello's jealous ensign, who plots to destroy their union. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nDuke of Venice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2033">Filippo Gioachin</a><br />\nBrabantio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nFirst Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nSecond Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nGratiano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nLodovico: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nOthello: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nCassio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nIago: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nMontano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4179">Robert Keiper</a><br />\nRoderigo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4644">Matthew Hill</a><br />\nClown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br />\nHerald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5057">Celeste Johnston</a><br />\nDesdemona: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nEmilia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nBianca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br />\nFirst Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br />\nSecond Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nThird Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br />\nFourth Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5058">Adam Baillie</a><br />\nSailor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5057">Celeste Johnston</a><br />\nFirst Musician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4859">nathank</a><br />\nFirst Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5058">Adam Baillie</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /> |
English |
1605 |
https://librivox.org/othello-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 3718 |
3693 |
4127 |
King of the Khyber Rifles |
Talbot Mundy |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
<p>Athelstan King is a British Secret Agent stationed in India at the beginning of WWI. He is attached to the Khyber Rifles regiment as a cover, but his real job is to prevent a holy war. "To stop a holy war single-handed would be rather like stopping the wind--possibly easy enough, if one knew the way." King is ordered to work with a mysterious and powerful Eastern woman, Yasmini. Can King afford to trust her? Can he afford not to? Introduction by Brett W. Downey<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/king-of-the-khyber-rifles-by-talbot-mundy/ |
p athelstan king british secret agent stationed india beginning wwi attached khyber rifles regiment cover real job prevent holy war to stop holy war single handed would rather like stopping wind possibly easy enough one knew way king ordered work mysterious powerful eastern woman yasmini king afford trust her afford to introduction brett w downey p |
| 3719 |
3694 |
4128 |
Pickwick Papers (Version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>A sportsman who doesn't hunt; a poet who doesn't write; a lover with no one to love; all three are devoted to their cheerful and benevolent leader, Mr. Pickwick. Join him and his friends, Winkle, Snodgrass, and Tupman, as they tour the country in search of adventures, knowledge, and stories. Along the way, they have their share of mishaps, and meet plenty of interesting characters, both the good and the not so good. (Mr. Pickwick's dedicated manservant, Sam Weller, is a scene-stealer sure to delight just about everybody.)\n\nYou may shed a few tears along the way, but usually of the pleasant sort. This is a mostly lighthearted and humorous tale, with a number of subplots woven in, in Dickens’ incomparable style.<br><br>(Introduction by Debra Lynn)<p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/pickwick-papers-the-version-2-by-charles-dickens/ |
p a sportsman hunt poet write lover one love three devoted cheerful benevolent leader mr pickwick join friends winkle snodgrass tupman tour country search adventures knowledge stories along way share mishaps meet plenty interesting characters good good mr pickwick s dedicated manservant sam weller scene stealer sure delight everybody may shed tears along way usually pleasant sort mostly lighthearted humorous tale number subplots woven in dickens incomparable style br br introduction debra lynn p |
| 3720 |
3695 |
4129 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 006 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 006: a collection of 11 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-006-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 006 collection 11 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 3721 |
3696 |
4130 |
Historical Tales, Vol III: Spanish American |
Charles Morris |
Children's Non-fiction, History , Early Modern |
<p>Volume III of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This third volume covers the discovery, colonization, founding, and early years of the countries of South America, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. (Summary by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-iii-spanish-american-by-charles-morris/ |
p volume iii series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries third volume covers discovery colonization founding early years countries south america describing history children young adults exciting novel manner summary kalynda p |
| 3722 |
3697 |
4131 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
<p>Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville is a 1908 young-adult novel written by L. Frank Baum, famous as the creator of the Land of Oz. It is the third volume in "the successful Aunt Jane Series," following Aunt Jane's Nieces and Aunt Jane's Nieces Abroad. \nAunt Jane's Nieces at Millville picks up the story of the three cousins, Patsy Doyle, Beth De Graf, and Louise Merrick, soon after their return from Europe in Aunt Jane's Nieces Abroad. As in that earlier book, their benign and eccentric millionaire Uncle John devotes much of his fortune to helping others — an effort managed by Patsy's father, Major Doyle. These efforts do not always yield fiscally sound results... (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-at-millville-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p aunt jane s nieces millville 1908 young adult novel written l frank baum famous creator land oz third volume the successful aunt jane series following aunt jane s nieces aunt jane s nieces abroad aunt jane s nieces millville picks story three cousins patsy doyle beth de graf louise merrick soon return europe aunt jane s nieces abroad earlier book benign eccentric millionaire uncle john devotes much fortune helping others effort managed patsy s father major doyle efforts always yield fiscally sound results summary wikipedia p |
| 3723 |
3698 |
4132 |
Other People's Money |
Louis D. Brandeis |
*Non-fiction, Business & Economics, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Other People's Money and How the Bankers Use It is a collection of essays written by Louis Brandeis published as a book in 1914. The book attacked the use of investment funds to promote the consolidation of various industries under the control of a small number of corporations, which Brandeis alleged were working in concert to prevent competition. Brandeis harshly criticized investment bankers who controlled large amounts of money deposited in their banks by middle-class people. The heads of these banks, Brandeis pointed out, routinely sat on the boards of railroad companies and large industrial manufacturers of various products, and routinely directed the resources of their banks to promote the interests of their own companies. These companies, in turn, sought to maintain control of their industries by crushing small businesses and stamping out innovators who developed better products to compete against them.\nBrandeis supported his contentions with a discussion of the actual dollar amounts -- in millions of dollars -- controlled by specific banks, industries, and industrialists such as J. P. Morgan, noting that these interests had recently acquired a far larger proportion of American wealth than corporate entities had ever had before. He extensively cited testimony from a Congressional investigation performed by the Pujo Committee, named after Louisiana Representative Arsène Pujo, into self-serving and monopolistic business dealing.\nThe book received great publicity at the time, and was widely lauded by legal academics. Attention to the book was amplified by Brandeis' nomination to the Supreme Court of the United States in 1916.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/other-peoples-money-by-louis-d-brandeis/ |
p other people s money bankers use collection essays written louis brandeis published book 1914 book attacked use investment funds promote consolidation various industries control small number corporations brandeis alleged working concert prevent competition brandeis harshly criticized investment bankers controlled large amounts money deposited banks middle class people heads banks brandeis pointed out routinely sat boards railroad companies large industrial manufacturers various products routinely directed resources banks promote interests companies companies turn sought maintain control industries crushing small businesses stamping innovators developed better products compete them brandeis supported contentions discussion actual dollar amounts millions dollars controlled specific banks industries industrialists j p morgan noting interests recently acquired far larger proportion american wealth corporate entities ever before extensively cited testimony congressional investigation performed pujo committee named louisiana representative arsène pujo self serving monopolistic business dealing book received great publicity time widely lauded legal academics attention book amplified brandeis nomination supreme court united states 1916 summary wikipedia p |
| 3724 |
3699 |
4133 |
Wonderful Garden |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<br />Do you believe in magic? Caroline, Charles and Charlotte do, and nothing that happens during their summer holiday at their great uncle's house does anything to diminish that belief. There the Three C.'s find a wonderful garden and some very old books, resulting in escapades which do not necessarily please the grown-ups.<br /><br />E. Nesbit, as usual, transports us back to the hazy summer days of a well-to-do Edwardian childhood, liberally spiced with magic, humour and lessons learned.<br /><br />Published exactly 100 years ago, this is one of her least-known children's books, out of print for many years, and with no text available online at the time of recording. Yes, it's dated. Yes, it's politically incorrect. But it is delightful nonetheless. As Gore Vidal once wrote: <em>"...though a reading of E. Nesbit is hardly going to change the pattern of a nation, there is some evidence that the child who reads her will never be quite the same again, and that is probably a good thing."</em> (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\nNo online text is currently available. The reader read from her own copy of the 1911 1st edition.<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-garden-or-the-three-c-s-by-e-nesbit/ |
br do believe magic caroline charles charlotte do nothing happens summer holiday great uncle s house anything diminish belief three c s find wonderful garden old books resulting escapades necessarily please grown ups br br e nesbit usual transports us back hazy summer days well to do edwardian childhood liberally spiced magic humour lessons learned br br published exactly 100 years ago one least known children s books print many years text available online time recording yes dated yes politically incorrect delightful nonetheless gore vidal wrote em though reading e nesbit hardly going change pattern nation evidence child reads never quite again probably good thing em introduction ruth golding br br online text currently available reader read copy 1911 1st edition br br |
| 3725 |
3700 |
4134 |
John Keats: Selected Poems |
John Keats |
Single author |
<p>John Keats is perhaps the most talented poet of the English Romantic Period. Although his life was cut short by disease at the age of 25, he produced some of the most famous poems in world literature. Less erudite and philosophical than Shelley and not so technically versatile as Byron, he displayed a sure poetic instinct and an amazing ability to appeal powerfully to the senses and to the emotions by the brilliance of his diction. Thus his poetry is noted more for exquisite feeling than for thought, but in his particular sphere he was unmatched. His influence upon later poets has been immense. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/john-keats-selected-poems-by-john-keats/ |
p john keats perhaps talented poet english romantic period although life cut short disease age 25 produced famous poems world literature less erudite philosophical shelley technically versatile byron displayed sure poetic instinct amazing ability appeal powerfully senses emotions brilliance diction thus poetry noted exquisite feeling thought particular sphere unmatched influence upon later poets immense introduction leonard wilson p |
| 3726 |
3701 |
4135 |
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />A collection of twelve short stories featuring Conan Doyle's legendary detective, originally published as single stories in <i>Strand Magazine</i> and subsequently collected into a single volume.<br /><br />There is not always a crime committed nor a culprit to find, and when there is, Holmes does not invariably get his man. However, his extraordinary powers of deduction generally solve the mystery, often to the discomfiture of the official police force. Holmes is a man of many facets, and I do not share the common perception of Holmes as cold and humourless: his sense of fun can be sparkling, and there are moments of rare pathos. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /> <br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
br a collection twelve short stories featuring conan doyle s legendary detective originally published single stories i strand magazine i subsequently collected single volume br br there always crime committed culprit find is holmes invariably get man however extraordinary powers deduction generally solve mystery often discomfiture official police force holmes man many facets share common perception holmes cold humourless sense fun sparkling moments rare pathos summary ruth golding br br |
| 3727 |
3702 |
4136 |
Mark Twain's (Burlesque) Autobiography and First Romance |
Mark Twain |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Mark Twain's (Burlesque) Autobiography and First Romance, a short volume, published by Sheldon & Co., NY in 1871, is Mark Twain's third book. It consists of two stories - First Romance, which had originally appeared in The Express in 1870, and A Burlesque Autobiography (bearing no relationship to Twain's actual life), which first appeared in Twain's Memoranda contributions to the Galaxy. Rather, the content consists of a few short stories of fictional characters who are supposedly part of Twain's lineage. In the final passage, Twain develops the story to a point of crisis, and then abruptly ends the tale, saying:<br/>\n“The truth is, I have got my hero (or heroine) into such a particularly close place, that I do not see how I am ever going to get him (or her) out of it again—and therefore I will wash my hands of the whole business, and leave that person to get out the best way that offers—or else stay there. I thought it was going to be easy enough to straighten out that little difficulty, but it looks different now. ”<br><br>With that, Twain's "Autobiography" ends.<br><br>The illustrations form an interesting aspect of this book. They have no relationship to the text of the book. Rather, they use cartoons illustrating the children's poem The House that Jack Built to lampoon the Erie Railroad Ring (the house) and its participants, Jay Gould, John T. Hoffman, and Jim Fisk.<br><br>The book was not one of Twain's personal favorites. Two years after publication, he bought all of the printing plates of the book and destroyed them. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-burlesque-autobiography-and-first-romance-by-twain-mark/ |
p mark twain s burlesque autobiography first romance short volume published sheldon co ny 1871 mark twain s third book consists two stories first romance originally appeared express 1870 burlesque autobiography bearing relationship twain s actual life first appeared twain s memoranda contributions galaxy rather content consists short stories fictional characters supposedly part twain s lineage final passage twain develops story point crisis abruptly ends tale saying br the truth is got hero or heroine particularly close place see ever going get or her again and therefore wash hands whole business leave person get best way offers or else stay there thought going easy enough straighten little difficulty looks different now br br with that twain s autobiography ends br br the illustrations form interesting aspect book relationship text book rather use cartoons illustrating children s poem house jack built lampoon erie railroad ring the house participants jay gould john t hoffman jim fisk br br the book one twain s personal favorites two years publication bought printing plates book destroyed them introduction wikipedia p |
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3703 |
4137 |
Tom Sawyer, De Lotgevallen van |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Uit de inleiding van de schrijver bij de originele Engelstalige uitgave (helaas niet in deze vertaling opgenomen): "Ofschoon mijn boek hoofdzakelijk bedoeld is voor het plezier van jongens en meisjes, hoop ik dat het daarom niet door de ouderen uit de weg wordt gegaan. Het was namelijk gedeeltelijk mijn bedoeling om volwassenen op een plezierige manier er aan te herinneren hoe zij zelf waren en dachten en spraken en welke vreemde zaken zij soms deden." \nTom Sawyer is de verpersoonlijking van de Amerikaanse jeugd in de negentiende eeuw. Hij leeft in het fictieve St Petersburg, samen met zijn tante Polly, zijn halfbroer Syd, zijn grote liefde Becky Thatcher en zijn vriend Huckleberry Finn. \nDit is de eerste roman ooit, die op een typemachine werd geschreven. </p> |
Dutch |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/de-lotgevallen-van-tom-sawyer-by-mark-twain/ |
uit de inleiding van de schrijver bij de originele engelstalige uitgave helaas niet deze vertaling opgenomen ofschoon mijn boek hoofdzakelijk bedoeld voor het plezier van jongens en meisjes hoop ik dat het daarom niet door de ouderen uit de weg wordt gegaan het namelijk gedeeltelijk mijn bedoeling om volwassenen op een plezierige manier er aan te herinneren hoe zij zelf waren en dachten en spraken en welke vreemde zaken zij soms deden tom sawyer de verpersoonlijking van de amerikaanse jeugd de negentiende eeuw hij leeft het fictieve st petersburg samen met zijn tante polly zijn halfbroer syd zijn grote liefde becky thatcher en zijn vriend huckleberry finn dit de eerste roman ooit die op een typemachine werd geschreven p |
| 3729 |
3704 |
4138 |
Greek View of Life |
Goldsworthy Lowes Dickinson |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Philosophy |
<p><i>“With the Greek civilisation beauty perished from the world. Never again has it been possible for man to believe that harmony is in fact the truth of all existence.”</i><br/><br/>\n\nThis elegantly-written work provides a splendid introduction to the Greeks of the classic period: how they thought, wrote, and organised their lives and loves. Although it dates from the 1890s, there is very little about it that has dated. To its author’s credit, the subject of “Greek love” is dealt with in a sane and factual context - despite the judicial assassination of Oscar Wilde going on in the background.<br/><br/>\n\nA Cambridge don much admired by his students (including E. M. Forster), Goldsworthy Lowes Dickinson belonged to the Apostles, a secret society with a strong ethic of male friendship. Alfred Tennyson and his beloved Arthur Hallam were early members. Dickinson is chiefly remembered as a historian and pacifist who played a significant part in the founding of the League of Nations. Inevitably, given his interests and intellectual background, he became a close associate of the Bloomsbury Group. <br/><br/>\n \n<i>The Greek View of Life</i> is no dry academic tome. It is a popularizing work in the best sense: accessibly written and illustrated with apt quotations given in sturdy translations, never in the original Greek. It is a joy to read.<br/>\n (Introduction by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-greek-view-of-life-by-goldsworthy-lowes-dickinson/ |
p i with greek civilisation beauty perished world never possible man believe harmony fact truth existence i br br elegantly written work provides splendid introduction greeks classic period thought wrote organised lives loves although dates 1890s little dated author s credit subject greek love dealt sane factual context despite judicial assassination oscar wilde going background br br cambridge much admired students including e m forster goldsworthy lowes dickinson belonged apostles secret society strong ethic male friendship alfred tennyson beloved arthur hallam early members dickinson chiefly remembered historian pacifist played significant part founding league nations inevitably given interests intellectual background became close associate bloomsbury group br br i the greek view life i dry academic tome popularizing work best sense accessibly written illustrated apt quotations given sturdy translations never original greek joy read br introduction martin geeson p |
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3705 |
4139 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (version 2) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland tells the story of a girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar and anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic in ways that have given the story lasting popularity with adults as well as children. It is considered to be one of the most characteristic examples of the "literary nonsense" genre, and its narrative course and structure have been enormously influential, especially in the fantasy genre.</p> (summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll-4/ |
p alice s adventures wonderland tells story girl named alice falls rabbit hole fantasy world populated peculiar anthropomorphic creatures tale plays logic ways given story lasting popularity adults well children considered one characteristic examples literary nonsense genre narrative course structure enormously influential especially fantasy genre p summary wikipedia p |
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3706 |
4140 |
Neue Malerei |
Franz Moritz Wilhelm Marc |
Art, Design & Architecture, Essays & Short Works |
Franz Moritz Wilhelm Marc (* 8. Februar 1880 in München; † 4. März 1916 bei Verdun, Frankreich) war ein deutscher Maler und neben Wassily Kandinsky Mitbegründer der Redaktionsgemeinschaft „Der Blaue Reiter“. Er gilt als einer der bedeutendsten Maler des Expressionismus in Deutschland. <br/><br/>\nIm März 1912 veröffentlichte Franz Marc im PAN (2. Jahrgang, No. 16) ein Artikel über die <b>Neue Malerei</b>, die als Kunstform des seelischen Ausdrucks dem Impressionismus (Darstellung der äußeren Erscheinung der Dinge) diametral gegenüberstand. Max Beckmann (* 12. Februar 1884 in Leipzig; † 27. Dezember 1950 in New York) kritisierte in einer Erwiderung im PAN die Ausführungen von Franz Marc scharf, rückte die Werke von Gaugin, Matisse oder Picasso in die Nähe des Kunstgewerbes und verglich diese mit Tapetenmustern und Plakaten. Auch warf er Gaugin vor, sich ohne Rücksicht auf religiöse und ethnologische Ursprünge des Formenrepertoires der Naturvölker zu bedienen. Im PAN (2. Jahrgang, No. 18) ergänzte daraufhin Franz Marc seinen ersten Ausführungen mit dem Artikel <b>Die konstruktiven Ideen der neuen Malerei</b> und in der darauf folgenden Ausgabe des PAN (2. Jahrgang, No. 19) erwiderte Franz Marc dann im Artikel <b>Anti-Beckmann</b> seinerseits die Kritik von Max Beckmann. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/die-neue-malerei-by-franz-marc/ |
franz moritz wilhelm marc 8 februar 1880 münchen 4 märz 1916 bei verdun frankreich war ein deutscher maler und neben wassily kandinsky mitbegründer der redaktionsgemeinschaft der blaue reiter er gilt als einer der bedeutendsten maler des expressionismus deutschland br br im märz 1912 veröffentlichte franz marc im pan 2 jahrgang no 16 ein artikel über die b neue malerei b die als kunstform des seelischen ausdrucks dem impressionismus darstellung der äußeren erscheinung der dinge diametral gegenüberstand max beckmann 12 februar 1884 leipzig 27 dezember 1950 new york kritisierte einer erwiderung im pan die ausführungen von franz marc scharf rückte die werke von gaugin matisse oder picasso die nähe des kunstgewerbes und verglich diese mit tapetenmustern und plakaten auch warf er gaugin vor sich ohne rücksicht auf religiöse und ethnologische ursprünge des formenrepertoires der naturvölker zu bedienen im pan 2 jahrgang no 18 ergänzte daraufhin franz marc seinen ersten ausführungen mit dem artikel b die konstruktiven ideen der neuen malerei b und der darauf folgenden ausgabe des pan 2 jahrgang no 19 erwiderte franz marc dann im artikel b anti beckmann b seinerseits die kritik von max beckmann zusammenfassung von wikipedia und wassermann p |
| 3732 |
3707 |
4141 |
Comédie Humaine: 03 - Scènes de la vie privée tome 3 (19-11-42) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<p>Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de moeurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… <br/>(Extrait de l’avant-propos des Scènes de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-privee-tome-3-by-honore-de-balzac-bnd-1011/ |
p ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de moeurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal br extrait de l avant propos des scènes de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
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3708 |
4142 |
Mantel |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Akakij Akakijewitsch ist mit Leib und Seele Beamter, genauer gesagt: Kopist. Der Beruf des Abschreibens füllt sein ganzes Leben aus. Er ist davon so begeistert, dass er sogar Lieblingsbuchstaben hat. Sein Leben ändert sich erst, als er beschließt, sich einen neuen Mantel zu leisten. Der Mantel verwandelt Akakij Akakijewitsch sowohl äußerlich wie auch innerlich. (Introduction by Al-Kadi and Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/der-mantel-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
p akakij akakijewitsch ist mit leib und seele beamter genauer gesagt kopist der beruf des abschreibens füllt sein ganzes leben aus er ist davon begeistert dass er sogar lieblingsbuchstaben hat sein leben ändert sich erst als er beschließt sich einen neuen mantel zu leisten der mantel verwandelt akakij akakijewitsch sowohl äußerlich wie auch innerlich introduction al kadi wikipedia p |
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3709 |
4143 |
Bible (ASV) 23: Isaiah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Isaiah (Hebrew: ספר ישעיה) is a book of the Bible traditionally attributed to the Prophet Isaiah, who lived in the second half of the 8th century BC. In the first 39 chapters, Isaiah prophesies doom for a sinful Judah and for all the nations of the world that oppose God. The last 27 chapters prophesy the restoration of the nation of Israel. This section includes the Songs of the Suffering Servant, four separate passages that Christians believe prefigure the coming of Jesus Christ, and which are otherwise traditionally thought to refer to the nation of Israel. This second of the book's two major sections also includes prophecies of a new creation in God's glorious future kingdom." <br/>(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/isaiah-from-american-standard-version-1007/ |
p the book isaiah hebrew ספר ישעיה book bible traditionally attributed prophet isaiah lived second half 8th century bc first 39 chapters isaiah prophesies doom sinful judah nations world oppose god last 27 chapters prophesy restoration nation israel section includes songs suffering servant four separate passages christians believe prefigure coming jesus christ otherwise traditionally thought refer nation israel second book s two major sections also includes prophecies new creation god s glorious future kingdom br summary wikipedia p |
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3710 |
4144 |
Malcolm Sage, detective |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Detective Fiction |
<P>A collection of short stories that chronicles the first year of the Malcolm Sage Detective Bureau.</P> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/malcolm-sage-detective-by-herbert-jenkins/ |
p a collection short stories chronicles first year malcolm sage detective bureau p |
| 3736 |
3711 |
4145 |
My First Book |
Various |
General Fiction, Memoirs, Essays |
<br />This is not a children's book, as may be supposed from the title, but a collection of essays first published in <i>The Idler</i> magazine, in which over twenty well-known authors write with characteristic style and humour of their experiences in writing their first book... and getting it published.<br /><br />Authors include Jerome K. Jerome, R. L. Stevenson, Bret Harte, Rider Haggard, Rudyard Kipling, Conan Doyle and Mary Braddon. Full of charm, humour and pathos, this book is like a fireside chat with great writers of the past, as well as being a fascinating insight into the literary scene of the late 19th century.<br /><br />The listener is warned that a few of the authors give away the ending of their book, especially when they were pressurised into changing it by the publisher.<br />.<br />Here are links to online texts of the works discussed, where available: <br /><a href="http://www.archive.org/details/readymoneymorti02besagoog" target="_blank">Ready-Money Mortiboy</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/familyscapegrac00payngoog" target="_blank">The Family Scapegrace</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/wreckgrosvenorb00shigoog" target="_blank">The Wreck of the ‘Grosvenor’</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/physiologicalae00allegoog" target="_blank">Physiological Aesthetics</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/6060" target="_blank">Philistia</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/14262" target="_blank">The Shadow of a Crime</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/7846" target="_blank">Departmental Ditties</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/trailserpentano00bradgoog" target="_blank">The Trail of the Serpent</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/houseelmorebyfw02elmogoog" target="_blank">The House of Elmore</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/10892" target="_blank">Dawn</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/21758" target="_blank">Hudson Bay</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/premierandpaint00cowegoog" target="_blank">The Premier and the Painter</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/westernavernus00robegoog" target="_blank">The Western Avernus</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=life's atonement david christie murray AND collection:americana" target="_blank">A Life’s Atonement</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/4394" target="_blank">A Romance of Two Worlds</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/onstageandoffbri00jeroiala" target="_blank">On the Stage and Off</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/cavalrylifeorsk00unkngoog" target="_blank">Cavalry Life</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/17842" target="_blank"> Dead Man’s Rock</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/undertones00buchgoog" target="_blank">Undertones</a>; \n<a href="http://www.archive.org/details/idylslegendsofin00buch" target="_blank">Idyls and Legends of Inverburn</a>; \n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/120" target="_blank">Treasure Island</a><br /><br />\n(Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-first-book-by-various/ |
br this children s book may supposed title collection essays first published i the idler i magazine twenty well known authors write characteristic style humour experiences writing first book getting published br br authors include jerome k jerome r l stevenson bret harte rider haggard rudyard kipling conan doyle mary braddon full charm humour pathos book like fireside chat great writers past well fascinating insight literary scene late 19th century br br the listener warned authors give away ending book especially pressurised changing publisher br br here links online texts works discussed available br a href http www archive org details readymoneymorti02besagoog target _blank ready money mortiboy a a href http www archive org details familyscapegrac00payngoog target _blank the family scapegrace a a href http www archive org details wreckgrosvenorb00shigoog target _blank the wreck grosvenor a a href http www archive org details physiologicalae00allegoog target _blank physiological aesthetics a a href http www gutenberg org etext 6060 target _blank philistia a a href http www gutenberg org etext 14262 target _blank the shadow crime a a href http www gutenberg org etext 7846 target _blank departmental ditties a a href http www archive org details trailserpentano00bradgoog target _blank the trail serpent a a href http www archive org details houseelmorebyfw02elmogoog target _blank the house elmore a a href http www gutenberg org etext 10892 target _blank dawn a a href http www gutenberg org etext 21758 target _blank hudson bay a a href http www archive org details premierandpaint00cowegoog target _blank the premier painter a a href http www archive org details westernavernus00robegoog target _blank the western avernus a a href http www archive org search php query life s atonement david christie murray collection americana target _blank a life s atonement a a href http www gutenberg org etext 4394 target _blank a romance two worlds a a href http www archive org details onstageandoffbri00jeroiala target _blank on stage off a a href http www archive org details cavalrylifeorsk00unkngoog target _blank cavalry life a a href http www gutenberg org etext 17842 target _blank dead man s rock a a href http www archive org details undertones00buchgoog target _blank undertones a a href http www archive org details idylslegendsofin00buch target _blank idyls legends inverburn a a href http www gutenberg org etext 120 target _blank treasure island a br br summary ruth golding br br |
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3713 |
4147 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
<br />Lucy Maud Montgomery was born at Clifton (now New London), Prince Edward Island, Canada, on November 30, 1874. She achieved international fame in her lifetime, putting Prince Edward Island and Canada on the world literary map. Best known for her "Anne of Green Gables" books, she was also a prolific writer of short stories and poetry. She published some 500 short stories and poems and twenty novels before her death in 1942. The Project Gutenberg collection of her short stories was gathered from numerous sources and is presented in chronological publishing order. (Summary by Project Gutenberg.)<br /><br />Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901<br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922</a><br></br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br lucy maud montgomery born clifton now new london prince edward island canada november 30 1874 achieved international fame lifetime putting prince edward island canada world literary map best known anne green gables books also prolific writer short stories poetry published 500 short stories poems twenty novels death 1942 project gutenberg collection short stories gathered numerous sources presented chronological publishing order summary project gutenberg br br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 to 1903 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 a br br |
| 3738 |
3714 |
4148 |
Bible (YLT) 06: Joshua |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>This book tells of the leadership of Joshua, aide to the late prophet/leader Moses, and the division of territories amongst the 12 tribes of Israel. The toppling of the Wall of Jericho is one of the most popular stories in this book. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<br><br>Young’s Literal Translation is a translation of the Bible into English, published in 1862. The translation was made by Robert Young, compiler of Young’s Analytical Concordance to the Bible and Concise Critical Comments on the New Testament. Young produced a “Revised Edition” of the translation in 1887. After he died on October 14, 1888, the publisher in 1898 released a new Revised Edition. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/joshua-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p this book tells leadership joshua aide late prophet leader moses division territories amongst 12 tribes israel toppling wall jericho one popular stories book introduction mark penfold br br young s literal translation translation bible english published 1862 translation made robert young compiler young s analytical concordance bible concise critical comments new testament young produced revised edition translation 1887 died october 14 1888 publisher 1898 released new revised edition summary wikipedia p |
| 3739 |
3715 |
4149 |
Consolation |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Consolation by Anne Brontë. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 14th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-consolation-by-anne-bronte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings consolation anne brontë weekly poetry project march 14th 2010 p |
| 3740 |
3716 |
4150 |
Verbalist |
Alfred Ayres |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>Osmun arranges usage problems alphabetically and treats certain areas in greater detail as he sees fit. For example, his first entry is A-AN (articles). His second is ABILITY-CAPACITY, in which he distinguishes between the meanings. The alphabetical arrangement continues through to YOURS. (Introduction by Bill Boerst)<p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-verbalist-by-alfred-ayres/ |
p osmun arranges usage problems alphabetically treats certain areas greater detail sees fit example first entry a an articles second ability capacity distinguishes meanings alphabetical arrangement continues yours introduction bill boerst p |
| 3741 |
3717 |
4151 |
Black Ivory |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Although the book's title Black Ivory denotes dealing in the slave trade it is not our heroes who are doing it. At the very first chapter there is a shipwreck, which leaves the son of the charterer of the sinking ship, and a seaman friend of his, alone on the east coast of Africa, where Arab and Portuguese slave traders were still carrying out their evil trade, despite the great efforts of patrolling British warships to limit it and free the unfortunates whom they found being carried away in the Arab dhows.<br /><br />Our heroes encountered a slave trader almost at the very spot where they come ashore, and thereby managed to get to Zanzibar in a British warship that had captured the trader's dhow in which our friends had hitched a lift.<br /><br />At Zanzibar they pick up some funds, and set forth on a journey into the interior. Here again they encounter the vile trade, but most of the story deals with other encounters of a more acceptable nature.<br /><br />This book will open your eyes to what really went on. At the time of writing slave-dealing on the west coast of Africa was, due to the efforts of the British, almost extinct, but this was not the case on the east coast. (Summary courtesy of Nick Hodson, http://www.athelstane.co.uk)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/black-ivory-by-robert-michael-ballantyne/ |
p although book s title black ivory denotes dealing slave trade heroes it first chapter shipwreck leaves son charterer sinking ship seaman friend his alone east coast africa arab portuguese slave traders still carrying evil trade despite great efforts patrolling british warships limit free unfortunates found carried away arab dhows br br our heroes encountered slave trader almost spot come ashore thereby managed get zanzibar british warship captured trader s dhow friends hitched lift br br at zanzibar pick funds set forth journey interior encounter vile trade story deals encounters acceptable nature br br this book open eyes really went on time writing slave dealing west coast africa was due efforts british almost extinct case east coast summary courtesy nick hodson http www athelstane co uk p |
| 3742 |
3718 |
4152 |
Quo Vadis |
Henryk Sienkiewicz |
Historical Fiction |
Sienkiewicz’s epic novel of ancient Rome finds the Empire at the height of her power and splendor, but struggling with the madness and cruelty of the Emperor Nero. A new religion is sweeping across the world, causing many Romans to wonder and leading many others to sacrifice everything for it. Yet, even as a great city burns and darkness threatens to overwhelm the age, hope is found in the love of the Roman tribune Marcus Vinicius for the beautiful Christian maiden Lygia, and in his journey toward his life’s true purpose (Introduction by D. Leeson).</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/quo-vadis-by-henryk-sienkiewicz/ |
sienkiewicz s epic novel ancient rome finds empire height power splendor struggling madness cruelty emperor nero new religion sweeping across world causing many romans wonder leading many others sacrifice everything it yet even great city burns darkness threatens overwhelm age hope found love roman tribune marcus vinicius beautiful christian maiden lygia journey toward life s true purpose introduction d leeson p |
| 3743 |
3733 |
4169 |
Großinquisitor |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction, Religious Fiction |
<p>"Der Großinquisitor" ist eine Erzählung aus dem Roman "Die Brüder Karamasow". Die Handlung spielt im 16. Jahrhundert, in Sevilla. Jesus, auf die Erde zurückgekehrt, wird von einem greisen Großinquisitor verhaftet und soll auf dem Scheiterhaufen verbrannt werden. (Introduction by Al-Kadi)</p> |
German |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/der-grosinquisitor-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p der großinquisitor ist eine erzählung aus dem roman die brüder karamasow die handlung spielt im 16 jahrhundert sevilla jesus auf die erde zurückgekehrt wird von einem greisen großinquisitor verhaftet und soll auf dem scheiterhaufen verbrannt werden introduction al kadi p |
| 3744 |
3719 |
4153 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 035 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-035/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3745 |
3720 |
4154 |
Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence |
Publius Cornelius Tacitus |
Education, Performing Arts |
<p>The scene of the Dialogus de Oratoribus, as this work is commonly known, is laid in the sixth year of Vespasian, 75 a.D. The commentators are much divided in their opinions about the real author; his work they all agree is a masterpiece in the kind; written with taste and judgement; entertaining, profound, and elegant. It is normally considered to have been written by Tacitus, even though some ascribe it to Quintilian. The main subject is the decadence of oratory, for which the cause is said to be the decline of the education, both in the family and in the school, of the future orator. In a certain way, it can be considered a miniature art of rhetoric. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/a-dialogue-concerning-oratory-or-the-causes-of-corrupt-eloquence-by-publius-cornelius-tacitus/ |
p the scene dialogus de oratoribus work commonly known laid sixth year vespasian 75 a d commentators much divided opinions real author work agree masterpiece kind written taste judgement entertaining profound elegant normally considered written tacitus even though ascribe quintilian main subject decadence oratory cause said decline education family school future orator certain way considered miniature art rhetoric summary leni p |
| 3746 |
3721 |
4155 |
Cherry Orchard |
Anton Chekhov |
Comedy, Tragedy |
<p>The Cherry Orchard is Russian playwright Anton Chekhov's last play. It premiered at the Moscow Art Theatre 17 January 1904 in a production directed by Constantin Stanislavski. Chekhov intended this play as a comedy and it does contain some elements of farce; however, Stanislavski insisted on directing the play as a tragedy. Since this initial production, directors have had to contend with the dual nature of this play.<br/><br/>\n\nThe play concerns an aristocratic Russian woman and her family as they return to the family's estate (which includes a large and well-known cherry orchard) just before it is auctioned to pay the mortgage. The story presents themes of cultural futility — both the futility of the aristocracy to maintain its status and the futility of the bourgeoisie to find meaning in its new-found materialism. In reflecting the socio-economic forces at work in Russia at the turn of the 20th century, including the rise of the middle class after the abolition of serfdom in the mid-19th century and the sinking of the aristocracy, the play reflects forces at work around the globe in that period.<br/>\n(Summary from Wikipedia, edited by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Mme. Ranevsky: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Anya: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Varya: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Gaev: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Lopakhin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Trofimov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Simeonov-Pischin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Charlotta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Epikhodov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1085">hefyd</a><br>Dunyasha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Fiers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Yasha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br>Tramp: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-cherry-orchard-by-anton-chekhov/ |
p the cherry orchard russian playwright anton chekhov s last play premiered moscow art theatre 17 january 1904 production directed constantin stanislavski chekhov intended play comedy contain elements farce however stanislavski insisted directing play tragedy since initial production directors contend dual nature play br br play concerns aristocratic russian woman family return family s estate which includes large well known cherry orchard auctioned pay mortgage story presents themes cultural futility futility aristocracy maintain status futility bourgeoisie find meaning new found materialism reflecting socio economic forces work russia turn 20th century including rise middle class abolition serfdom mid 19th century sinking aristocracy play reflects forces work around globe period br summary wikipedia edited elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p mme ranevsky a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br anya a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br varya a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br gaev a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br lopakhin a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br trofimov a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br simeonov pischin a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br charlotta a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br epikhodov a href http librivox org reader 1085 hefyd a br dunyasha a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br fiers a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br yasha a href http librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a br tramp a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 3747 |
3722 |
4156 |
Poems of West and East |
Vita Sackville-West |
Poetry |
Victoria Mary Sackville-West, The Hon Lady Nicolson, best known as Vita Sackville-West, was an English author and poet. Her long narrative poem, The Land, won the Hawthornden Prize in 1927. She won it again, becoming the only writer to do so, in 1933 with her Collected Poems. She helped create her own gardens in Sissinghurst, Kent, which provide the backdrop to Sissinghurst Castle. She was famous for her exuberant aristocratic life, her strong marriage, and her passionate affair with novelist Virginia Woolf. Poems of West and East is a short collection of her early work, which was published in 1917. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-west-and-east-by-vita-sackville-west/ |
victoria mary sackville west hon lady nicolson best known vita sackville west english author poet long narrative poem land hawthornden prize 1927 again becoming writer so 1933 collected poems helped create gardens sissinghurst kent provide backdrop sissinghurst castle famous exuberant aristocratic life strong marriage passionate affair novelist virginia woolf poems west east short collection early work published 1917 summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p |
| 3748 |
3723 |
4157 |
Through the Looking-Glass (version 4) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
<p>In this sequel to "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland", Alice is playing with her kittens — a black kitten and a white kitten, the offspring of Dinah, Alice's cat in the first book — when she ponders what the world is like on the other side of a mirror's reflection... (summary from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-by-lewis-carroll-3/ |
p in sequel alice s adventures wonderland alice playing kittens black kitten white kitten offspring dinah alice s cat first book ponders world like side mirror s reflection summary wikipedia p |
| 3749 |
3724 |
4158 |
Rastignac The Devil |
Philip Jose Farmer |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>French colonists on a planet ruled by reptiles and amphibians are forced to wear living “skins” that subdue aggression and enforce vegetarianism. As children, Rastignac and his reptile friend Mapfarity force themselves to become carnivores and begin a protein fueled journey that causes Rastignac to develop a Philosophy of Violence. When a spaceship from Earth crashes in the ocean, Rastignac and company must put their philosophy to the test. - Rastignac The Devil was first published in the May 1954 issue of Fantastic Universe Magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite) </p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/rastignac-the-devil-by-philip-jose-farmer/ |
p french colonists planet ruled reptiles amphibians forced wear living skins subdue aggression enforce vegetarianism children rastignac reptile friend mapfarity force become carnivores begin protein fueled journey causes rastignac develop philosophy violence spaceship earth crashes ocean rastignac company must put philosophy test rastignac devil first published may 1954 issue fantastic universe magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3750 |
3734 |
4170 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 022 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-022-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3751 |
3725 |
4159 |
Oliver Twist (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Oliver Twist; or, The Parish Boy's Progress is the second novel by English author Charles Dickens, published by Richard Bentley in 1838. The story is about an orphan Oliver Twist, who endures a miserable existence in a workhouse and then is placed with an undertaker. He escapes and travels to London where he meets the Artful Dodger, leader of a gang of juvenile pickpockets. Oliver is led to the lair of their elderly criminal trainer Fagin, naively unaware of their unlawful activities. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
oliver twist or parish boy s progress second novel english author charles dickens published richard bentley 1838 story orphan oliver twist endures miserable existence workhouse placed undertaker escapes travels london meets artful dodger leader gang juvenile pickpockets oliver led lair elderly criminal trainer fagin naively unaware unlawful activities summary wikipedia p |
| 3752 |
3726 |
4160 |
Gentle Julia |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>Penrod for girls in the form of Florence, the bratty younger cousin of luminous Julia Atwater, enlivens this romantic comedy set in Tarkington's Indiana of the early 20th Century. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/gentle-julia-by-booth-tarkington/ |
p penrod girls form florence bratty younger cousin luminous julia atwater enlivens romantic comedy set tarkington s indiana early 20th century summary bellonatimes p |
| 3753 |
3727 |
4161 |
Diamond Master |
Jacques Futrelle |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A perfect diamond worth millions is mailed, in a plain package, to a diamond dealer. Then he finds that identical diamonds were delivered to other diamond dealers. Where did the gems come from? Who sent them? And why? (Introduction by Dawn)<p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-diamond-master-by-jaques-futrelle/ |
p a perfect diamond worth millions mailed plain package diamond dealer finds identical diamonds delivered diamond dealers gems come from sent them why introduction dawn p |
| 3754 |
3728 |
4162 |
Testament van mevrouw De Tonnette |
Gerard Keller |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<P>"Het testament van mevrouw De Tonnette" is een moderne romantische komedie - althans, modern voor het jaar 1882, waarin het verscheen. <BR><BR>Mevrouw De Tonnette is een rijke, ongetrouwde, oude dame. Zij maakt, in het geheim, een nieuw testament, waarin ze al haar geld nalaat aan een arm achternichtje, Lina Ochten. Er is wel een voorwaarde: Lina moet getrouwd zijn op het moment dat het testament in werking treedt. \nDe twee neven van de oude dame, de ijdele hoofdambtenaar Pieter Botwater en de flamboyante musicus Anasthase van Sterren, zijn er altijd van uit gegaan dat zij het fortuin samen zouden erven. Als ze bij toeval te weten komen van het nieuwe testament zijn ze woedend, en beramen ze ieder voor zich een plan. Lina Ochten, die van niets weet, is ondertussen voor een vakantie afgereisd naar het Zwarte Woud, met een stel kennissen. Pieter en Anasthase reizen haar in het geheim achterna, zonder dat ze het van elkaar weten, ieder vastberaden om Lina ten huwelijk te vragen.</P> |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/het-testament-van-mevrouw-de-tonnette-door-gerard-keller/ |
p het testament van mevrouw de tonnette een moderne romantische komedie althans modern voor het jaar 1882 waarin het verscheen br br mevrouw de tonnette een rijke ongetrouwde oude dame zij maakt het geheim een nieuw testament waarin ze al haar geld nalaat aan een arm achternichtje lina ochten er wel een voorwaarde lina moet getrouwd zijn op het moment dat het testament werking treedt de twee neven van de oude dame de ijdele hoofdambtenaar pieter botwater en de flamboyante musicus anasthase van sterren zijn er altijd van uit gegaan dat zij het fortuin samen zouden erven als ze bij toeval te weten komen van het nieuwe testament zijn ze woedend en beramen ze ieder voor zich een plan lina ochten die van niets weet ondertussen voor een vakantie afgereisd naar het zwarte woud met een stel kennissen pieter en anasthase reizen haar het geheim achterna zonder dat ze het van elkaar weten ieder vastberaden om lina ten huwelijk te vragen p |
| 3755 |
3729 |
4163 |
New Year Greeting |
Louise R. Waite |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of New Year Greeting by Louise R. Waite . This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 21st, 2010.,<br><br>The 21st of March is the ancient Persian festival of Naw-Rúz, also spelled "Noruz" (New Day) which is the Iranian and Zoroastrian New Year's Day. Naw-Rúz is also a Bahá'í holy day and the Baha'i New Year.<br><br>Louise R. Waite (nee Spencer) was a Bahá'í poet and song writer. She wrote this poem, entitled “New Year Greeting”, for Naw-Rúz, which appeared in the Bahai Bulletin, Vol. 1. January-February-March, 1909, No. 5. According to an article which appeared in the same issue of the Bahai Bulletin: “Each Prophet or Manifestation of God, when he comes to the world, founds a new dispensation, a new time, for his followers…. To-day those who believe in Baha’u’llah, are establishing the Bahai time. It establishes a new method of reckoning… The New Year begins on the twenty-first of March, in accord with the teachings of our Revelator…”<br><br>Referring to one of Waite’s poems in 1902, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá wrote: “All poems shall be forgotten in the course of time save those that are extraordinary. Thy poems shall be chanted with melody and best voices in the center of Worship (Mashriqu'l-Adhkár) forevermore.” In one Tablet, He referred to her as “Thou bird of pleasing tones” and in another as “Thou eloquent and expressive poetess”. On the 15th of April 1902, she married Edgar F. Waite. In 1910, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá gave her the spiritual name of Shahnáz Khánum (Lady Shahnáz). Shahnáz passed away in her sleep on the 27th of May 1939. (Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p>\n\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/new-year-greeting-by-louise-r-waite/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings new year greeting louise r waite weekly poetry project march 21st 2010 br br the 21st march ancient persian festival naw rúz also spelled noruz new day iranian zoroastrian new year s day naw rúz also bahá í holy day baha i new year br br louise r waite nee spencer bahá í poet song writer wrote poem entitled new year greeting naw rúz appeared bahai bulletin vol 1 january february march 1909 no 5 according article appeared issue bahai bulletin each prophet manifestation god comes world founds new dispensation new time followers to day believe baha u llah establishing bahai time establishes new method reckoning new year begins twenty first march accord teachings revelator br br referring one waite s poems 1902 abdu l bahá wrote all poems shall forgotten course time save extraordinary thy poems shall chanted melody best voices center worship mashriqu l adhkár forevermore one tablet referred thou bird pleasing tones another thou eloquent expressive poetess 15th april 1902 married edgar f waite 1910 abdu l bahá gave spiritual name shahnáz khánum lady shahnáz shahnáz passed away sleep 27th may 1939 summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 3756 |
3730 |
4164 |
This, That, and the Other |
Hilaire Belloc |
Essays & Short Works |
“When Fame comes upon a man well before death then must he most particularly beware of it, for is it then most dangerous. Neither must he, having achieved it, relax effort nor (a much greater peril) think he has done his work because some Fame now attaches thereto.” -- Hilaire Belloc</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/this-that-and-the-other-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
when fame comes upon man well death must particularly beware it dangerous neither must he achieved it relax effort a much greater peril think done work fame attaches thereto hilaire belloc p |
| 3757 |
3731 |
4165 |
Singing Mouse Stories |
Emerson Hough |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>The singing mouse tells tales of nature in songs. This book is for those who want to know how the mountains ate up the plains, what the waters said or where the city went. (summary by Nadine)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-singing-mouse-stories-by-emerson-hough/ |
p the singing mouse tells tales nature songs book want know mountains ate plains waters said city went summary nadine p |
| 3758 |
3732 |
4167 |
Prince of Good Fellows |
Robert Barr |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Robert Barr (1849 - 1912) was a Scottish Journalist, editor, humorist and author. A Prince of Good Fellows was published in 1902, and is a series of Historical Fiction stories about the young James V, King of Scots (1512 – 1542). The chapters are full of humor and adventure and portrays a young King who is both wise and adventurous. (Summary by Lars Rolander)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-prince-of-good-fellows-by-robert-barr/ |
p robert barr 1849 1912 scottish journalist editor humorist author prince good fellows published 1902 series historical fiction stories young james v king scots 1512 1542 chapters full humor adventure portrays young king wise adventurous summary lars rolander p |
| 3759 |
3751 |
4190 |
Worth While |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers offer you 15 different recordings of Worth While, by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of March 28, 2010.</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/worth-while-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers offer 15 different recordings worth while ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project week march 28 2010 p |
| 3760 |
3735 |
4171 |
Amor por Anexins |
Artur de Azevedo |
Plays |
Artur Azevedo foi um dramaturgo, poeta, contista e jornalista brasileiro.\nAmor por anexins é uma curta peça em um ato foi escrita em 1872, sendo o primeiro trabalho de Artur Azevedo deste gênero. Sua primeira peça teve grande êxito sendo representada mais de 1000 vezes ainda no século XIX. (Sumário escrito por Vicente) <br/><br/>\nRecorded by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3058">Matt</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni</a>, & <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367">Vicente Costa Filho</a> |
Portuguese |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/amor-por-anexins-by-artur-de-azevedo/ |
artur azevedo foi um dramaturgo poeta contista e jornalista brasileiro amor por anexins é uma curta peça em um ato foi escrita em 1872 sendo primeiro trabalho de artur azevedo deste gênero sua primeira peça teve grande êxito sendo representada mais de 1000 vezes ainda século xix sumário escrito por vicente br br recorded a href http librivox org reader 3058 matt a a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni a a href http librivox org reader 4367 vicente costa filho a |
| 3761 |
3736 |
4173 |
Ninth vibration and other stories |
L. Adams Beck |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is a collection of the following short stories: The Ninth Vibration -- The Interpreter : A Romance of the East -- The Incomparable Lady : A Story of China with a Moral -- The Hatred of the Queen : A Story of Burma -- Fire of Beauty -- The Building of the Taj Majal -- How Great is the Glory of Kwannon! -- The Round-Faced Beauty. Many of them are romantic, some of them are fantasy and others are occult fiction.(Introduction by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-ninth-vibration-and-other-stories-by-l-adams-beck/ |
p this collection following short stories ninth vibration interpreter romance east incomparable lady story china moral hatred queen story burma fire beauty building taj majal great glory kwannon round faced beauty many romantic fantasy others occult fiction introduction linda andrus p |
| 3762 |
3737 |
4174 |
Desire of Ages |
Ellen G. White |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
Ellen Gould White (1827 - 1915) was a prolific Christian writer, authoring 40 books in her lifetime. She was active in the Millerite movement, and was one of the principle founders of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The Desire of Ages, first published in 1898, tells the story of the life of Jesus Christ in loving detail. It is the third book in her five volume "Conflict of the Ages" series. (Summary by Donald Hines) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-desire-of-ages-by-ellen-g-white/ |
ellen gould white 1827 1915 prolific christian writer authoring 40 books lifetime active millerite movement one principle founders seventh day adventist church desire ages first published 1898 tells story life jesus christ loving detail third book five volume conflict ages series summary donald hines |
| 3763 |
3738 |
4175 |
Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain |
Mark Twain |
Literary Collections |
This is a collection of newspaper articles written by Samuel Clemens, for various newspapers, between 1862 and 1881. After Feb 3rd 1863, he began using the pen name Mark Twain. This compilation is the work of Project Gutenberg and contains articles from TERRITORIAL ENTERPRISE, THE SAN FRANCISCO DAILY MORNING CALL, THE SACRAMENTO DAILY UNION, DAILY HAWAIIAN HERALD, ALTA CALIFORNIA, THE CHICAGO REPUBLICAN, and THE GALAXY. (Introduction by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/newspaper-articles-by-mark-twain/ |
collection newspaper articles written samuel clemens various newspapers 1862 1881 feb 3rd 1863 began using pen name mark twain compilation work project gutenberg contains articles territorial enterprise san francisco daily morning call sacramento daily union daily hawaiian herald alta california chicago republican galaxy introduction john greenman p |
| 3764 |
3739 |
4176 |
Histology of the Blood |
Paul Ehrlich |
*Non-fiction, Science |
This is a textbook on the science of blood and bloodwork by (1908) Nobel Prize winner, Dr. Paul Ehrlich. Should appeal to hematologists, phlebotomists, and just plain folks interested in how our bodies work. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/histology-of-the-blood-by-paul-ehrlich-and-adolf-lazarus/ |
textbook science blood bloodwork 1908 nobel prize winner dr paul ehrlich appeal hematologists phlebotomists plain folks interested bodies work summary bellonatimes p |
| 3765 |
3740 |
4178 |
tolle Invalide auf dem Fort Ratonneau |
Achim von Arnim |
General Fiction |
<p>Die Geschichte einer deutsch-französischen Liebesverbindung, die nach schwerstem Missverständnis in Harmonie ausgeht.<br>\nAuf dem Höhepunkt des Konfliktes bedroht der Mann, – Franzose, Kommandant einer Festung, – in der Verblendung des Irrtums eine ganze Stadt mit Waffen- und Bombenterror. Aber der unbeirrten Liebe seiner deutschen Frau gelingt es, den Konflikt aufzulösen.\n<br></br>\n„Gnade löst den Fluch der Sünde,\nLiebe treibt den Teufel aus.“<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Rolf Kaiser)</p> |
German |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/der-tolle-invalide-auf-dem-fort-ratonneau-by-achim-von-arnim/ |
p die geschichte einer deutsch französischen liebesverbindung die nach schwerstem missverständnis harmonie ausgeht br auf dem höhepunkt des konfliktes bedroht der mann franzose kommandant einer festung der verblendung des irrtums eine ganze stadt mit waffen und bombenterror aber der unbeirrten liebe seiner deutschen frau gelingt es den konflikt aufzulösen br br gnade löst den fluch der sünde liebe treibt den teufel aus br zusammenfassung von rolf kaiser p |
| 3766 |
3741 |
4179 |
Sophisms of the Protectionists |
Frédéric Bastiat |
*Non-fiction, Business & Economics |
"To rob the public, it is necessary to deceive them," Bastiat said and believed. He reasoned, employing repetition to various applications, against fallacious arguments promoting the "Protection" of industries to the detriment of consumers and society. \n\n(Summary by Katie Riley)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/sophisms-of-the-protectionists-by-frederic-bastiat/ |
to rob public necessary deceive them bastiat said believed reasoned employing repetition various applications fallacious arguments promoting protection industries detriment consumers society summary katie riley p |
| 3767 |
3742 |
4180 |
Best Man |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Romance |
<p>Cyril Gordon, a young and handsome secret service agent is running from pursuers who desperately want the information he holds. He hides out from them in a church, and then finds himself married to a woman he’s never seen before. A sweet and sometimes, funny, romance, with several exciting chases. (Summary by Gail Mattern)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-man-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
p cyril gordon young handsome secret service agent running pursuers desperately want information holds hides church finds married woman he s never seen before sweet sometimes funny romance several exciting chases summary gail mattern p |
| 3768 |
3752 |
4191 |
Little Colonel |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Family |
The scene of this story is laid in Kentucky. Its heroine is a small girl, who is known as the Little Colonel, on account of her fancied resemblance to an old-school Southern gentleman, whose fine estate and old family are famous in the region. (Introduction taken from original book.)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonel-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
scene story laid kentucky heroine small girl known little colonel account fancied resemblance old school southern gentleman whose fine estate old family famous region introduction taken original book p |
| 3769 |
3743 |
4181 |
Battle of Life |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Romance |
While "The Battle of Life" is one of Charles Dickens' Christmas Books - his annual release of a story just before Christmas - this one breaks the tradition by not being concerned with Christmas. Rather, its subtitle, "A Love Story", reveals more of the plot. <br /><br />The major events of this book take place on land that once was a battleground. That is just a backdrop for Dickens' idea of the real battle of life - finding and winning the right partner, so that life will go on to the next generation. The family that lives there is rather confused in its affections and intentions regarding who should end up with whom. We are thrust into the fight to make things work out, and, happily for a Christmas book, Dickens leads us on to a happy ending. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)<br /><br /> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-battle-of-life-by-charles-dickens/ |
the battle life one charles dickens christmas books annual release story christmas one breaks tradition concerned christmas rather subtitle a love story reveals plot br br the major events book take place land battleground backdrop dickens idea real battle life finding winning right partner life go next generation family lives rather confused affections intentions regarding end whom thrust fight make things work out and happily christmas book dickens leads us happy ending summary mark f smith br br |
| 3770 |
3744 |
4182 |
Relatos y Cuentos 002 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Recopilación de relatos y y cuentos de temas variados: humor, fantasía, y temas sociales, entre otros. (Resumen: Marian Martin)</p><p>\nCollection of short stories of varied genres, including humour, fantasy, and social issues, among others. (Summary: Marian Martin)<p> |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/relatos-y-cuentos-vol-002/ |
recopilación de relatos cuentos de temas variados humor fantasía temas sociales entre otros resumen marian martin p p collection short stories varied genres including humour fantasy social issues among others summary marian martin p |
| 3771 |
3745 |
4183 |
Eben Holden - A Tale of the North Country |
Irving Bacheller |
Historical Fiction |
Eben Holden - A Tale of the North Country. Having lost both parents and his home in northern Vermont, orphan Willie Brower is taken in by Eben Holden, "Uncle Eb" who transports him westward to save him from being sent to an orphanage. Through the Adirondacks and into the St. Lawrence valley they travel. Eben is kind, happy, and loves to tell stories to the youngster, many of which were to shape the life and ideals of Willie during his life.\n\nThis story follows Willie as a young orphan, later as a journalist, and finally as a soldier who enlists in the army at the outset of the American Civil War. The book was immensely popular when it was published in 1900 and the years to follow, as the characters were all drawn from people who the author had known himself. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/eben-holden-a-tale-of-the-north-country-by-irving-bacheller/ |
eben holden tale north country lost parents home northern vermont orphan willie brower taken eben holden uncle eb transports westward save sent orphanage adirondacks st lawrence valley travel eben kind happy loves tell stories youngster many shape life ideals willie life story follows willie young orphan later journalist finally soldier enlists army outset american civil war book immensely popular published 1900 years follow characters drawn people author known himself summary roger melin p |
| 3772 |
3746 |
4184 |
San Francisco Calamity by Earthquake and Fire |
Charles Morris |
Nature, Modern (20th C) |
<p> The first half of this book describes the devastating earthquake that hit San Francisco in 1906, and the subsequent destruction caused by fire. Various eyewitnesses and victims give their account on the tragedy.<br><br>\nIn the second half, a number of different other earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are retold, like the eruption of the Vesuvius that destroyed Pompeij or the explosion of the Krakatoa, together with scientific explanations for the causes of earthquakes and the eruption of volcanos. (Summary by Availle)<P>\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-san-francisco-calamity-by-earthquake-and-fire-by-charles-morris/ |
p first half book describes devastating earthquake hit san francisco 1906 subsequent destruction caused fire various eyewitnesses victims give account tragedy br br second half number different earthquakes volcanic eruptions retold like eruption vesuvius destroyed pompeij explosion krakatoa together scientific explanations causes earthquakes eruption volcanos summary availle p |
| 3773 |
3747 |
4185 |
Man Whom the Trees Loved |
Algernon Blackwood |
General Fiction |
The story of a man’s deep connection with nature and his wife’s fear of it. –Summary by Amy Larch Gramour</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-whom-the-trees-loved-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
story man s deep connection nature wife s fear it summary amy larch gramour p |
| 3774 |
3748 |
4186 |
Story of Avis |
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps |
General Fiction |
<p>Elizabeth Stuart Phelps's 1877 novel is set in a New England college town, and focuses on Avis Dobell, a professor's daughter. Avis is a talented painter, and bucks against the constraints placed on women in the 19th century. She wants to pursue a career as an artist and rejects marriage and motherhood, until she meets the charismatic young professor Philip Ostrander. Phelps's novel is a beautifully-written examination of the conflicts between marriage and career for women that is still relevant today. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-avis-by-elizabeth-stuart-phelps/ |
p elizabeth stuart phelps s 1877 novel set new england college town focuses avis dobell professor s daughter avis talented painter bucks constraints placed women 19th century wants pursue career artist rejects marriage motherhood meets charismatic young professor philip ostrander phelps s novel beautifully written examination conflicts marriage career women still relevant today summary elizabeth klett p |
| 3775 |
3749 |
4187 |
What Katy Did (version 2) |
Susan Coolidge |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Follow the adventures of Katy Carr and her family, through good times and bad. (Summary by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-by-susan-coolidge-2/ |
follow adventures katy carr family good times bad summary karen savage p |
| 3776 |
3750 |
4188 |
Judenbuche |
Annette von Droste-Hülshoff |
General Fiction |
<p>Ein Sittengemälde aus dem gebirgigen Westfalen.\nBanden, die Forstdiebstahl im großen Stil betreiben, von allen Mitwissern gedeckt; korrupte Unternehmer; machtlose Polizei, machtlose Obrigkeit; Alkoholismus; christliche Engstirnigkeit, volkstümlicher Aberglaube; verleugnete Vaterschaft; Jugendliche sind unausweichlich Mittäter und Komplizen, ohne andere Perspektive; Mord an einem Forstbeamten, von Mitwissern gedeckt; Judenhass; Überschuldung; Mord an einem Juden, der Geld verleiht; aus Verzweiflung Flucht ins Ausland; Versklavung im Orient. Selbstmord.\nAlle Fragen bleiben offen, keine Tat wird aufgeklärt.\n(Summary by Rolf Kaiser)</p> |
German |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/die-judenbuche-by-annette-von-droste-hulshoff/ |
p ein sittengemälde aus dem gebirgigen westfalen banden die forstdiebstahl im großen stil betreiben von allen mitwissern gedeckt korrupte unternehmer machtlose polizei machtlose obrigkeit alkoholismus christliche engstirnigkeit volkstümlicher aberglaube verleugnete vaterschaft jugendliche sind unausweichlich mittäter und komplizen ohne andere perspektive mord einem forstbeamten von mitwissern gedeckt judenhass überschuldung mord einem juden der geld verleiht aus verzweiflung flucht ins ausland versklavung im orient selbstmord alle fragen bleiben offen keine tat wird aufgeklärt summary rolf kaiser p |
| 3777 |
3753 |
4192 |
Bible (YLT) 19: Psalms |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
The Psalms are the Israelites' songs of joy and sadness, contentment and complaint, happiness and suffering---but most of all, praise. King David is the most prolific contributor, but there are also psalms from his son Solomon, the sons of Korah, the worship leader Asaph, and even one from Moses! (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
psalms israelites songs joy sadness contentment complaint happiness suffering but all praise king david prolific contributor also psalms son solomon sons korah worship leader asaph even one moses introduction mark penfold p |
| 3778 |
3754 |
4193 |
Log of a Cowboy |
Andy Adams |
Westerns |
<p>The Log of a Cowboy is an account of a five-month drive of 3,000 cattle from Brownsville, Texas, to Montana in 1882 along the Great Western Cattle Trail. Although the book is fiction, it is firmly based on Adams's own experiences on the trail, and it is considered by many to be the best account of cowboy life in literature. Adams was disgusted by the unrealistic cowboy fiction being published in his day; The Log of a Cowboy was his response. It is still in print, and even modern reviewers consider it a compelling classic. The Chicago Herald said: "As a narrative of cowboy life, Andy Adams' book is clearly the real thing. It carries its own certificate of authentic first-hand experience on every page." (Introduction by wikipedia)\n</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-log-of-a-cowboy-by-andy-adams/ |
p the log cowboy account five month drive 3 000 cattle brownsville texas montana 1882 along great western cattle trail although book fiction firmly based adams s experiences trail considered many best account cowboy life literature adams disgusted unrealistic cowboy fiction published day log cowboy response still print even modern reviewers consider compelling classic chicago herald said as narrative cowboy life andy adams book clearly real thing carries certificate authentic first hand experience every page introduction wikipedia p |
| 3779 |
3755 |
4194 |
Il fu Mattia Pascal |
Luigi Pirandello |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Il fu Mattia Pascal è un celebre romanzo di Luigi Pirandello che apparve dapprima a puntate sulla rivista "Nuova Antologia" nel 1904 e pubblicato, nello stesso anno, in volume. Fu il primo grande successo di Pirandello, scritto in un momento difficile della sua vita... (Wikipedia)</p> |
Italian |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/il-fu-mattia-pascal-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
p il fu mattia pascal è un celebre romanzo di luigi pirandello che apparve dapprima puntate sulla rivista nuova antologia nel 1904 e pubblicato nello stesso anno volume fu il primo grande successo di pirandello scritto un momento difficile della sua vita wikipedia p |
| 3780 |
3756 |
4195 |
Bible (ASV) 02: Exodus |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"Moses leads the Hebrews out of Egypt and through the wilderness to the Mountain of God: Mount Sinai. There Yahweh, through Moses, gives the Hebrews their laws and enters into a covenant with them, by which he will give them the land of Canaan in return for their faithfulness. The book ends with the construction of the Tabernacle." <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/exodus-by-american-standard-version-1009/ |
p moses leads hebrews egypt wilderness mountain god mount sinai yahweh moses gives hebrews laws enters covenant them give land canaan return faithfulness book ends construction tabernacle br summary wikipedia p |
| 3781 |
3757 |
4196 |
Short Poetry Collection 088 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the months of April, May, and June 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-088-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers months april may june 2010 p |
| 3782 |
3758 |
4197 |
Confession of a Child of the Century |
Alfred de Musset |
Biography & Autobiography |
In this autobiographic novel, an aging man reflects on his past. We are witness to the relationships he has along the way, his mistakes, and finally-- in the most unexpected and honorable way-- the sudden development of his belief in God. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-confession-of-a-child-of-the-century-by-alfred-de-musset/ |
autobiographic novel aging man reflects past witness relationships along way mistakes finally unexpected honorable way sudden development belief god summary stav nisser p |
| 3783 |
3759 |
4198 |
Sängerin |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Auf die Sängerin Giuseppa Fiametti wird ein Mordversuch verübt. Ganz B ... ist in Aufregung und man munkelt allerlei über die dunkle Vergangenheit der Sängerin. Medizinalrat Lange geht der Sache nach. Es gelingt ihm, das Vertrauen der Fiametti zu gewinnen, die ihm ihre traurige Lebensgeschichte anvertraut. Doch warum nannte die Sängerin kurz nach dem Anschlag den Namen des wohlangesehenen Kommerzienrat Bolnau, der sich durch sein seltsames Verhalten vor allem in den Augen des Polizeipräsidenten mehr als verdächtig macht?\r\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/die-sangerin-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
p auf die sängerin giuseppa fiametti wird ein mordversuch verübt ganz b ist aufregung und man munkelt allerlei über die dunkle vergangenheit der sängerin medizinalrat lange geht der sache nach es gelingt ihm das vertrauen der fiametti zu gewinnen die ihm ihre traurige lebensgeschichte anvertraut doch warum nannte die sängerin kurz nach dem anschlag den namen des wohlangesehenen kommerzienrat bolnau der sich durch sein seltsames verhalten vor allem den augen des polizeipräsidenten mehr als verdächtig macht zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 3784 |
3760 |
4199 |
Sonnets from the Portuguese (version 2) |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Sonnets |
<p>Sonnets from the Portuguese chronicles one of the most famous romances in history. The renowned Victorian poet Elizabeth Barrett wrote the sonnet sequence during her courtship by Robert Browning, and later presented them to him as a wedding gift. Robert was astounded by the quality of the poetry, and encouraged her to publish, but Elizabeth objected on the grounds that the content was too personal. At last, Robert prevailed, and Elizabeth published her sonnets. The title of the book comes from a joke between Robert and Elizabeth Browning. Elizabeth was too embarrassed to publish the sonnets as a personal chronicle, so she decided to pretend they were a translation from a foreign language. Robert’s nickname for her was “My Little Portuguese” due to her dark hair and olive complexion, and so the sequence was forever known as “Sonnets from the Portugese.” <br/>(Summary by Kirsten Ferreri) </p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-from-the-portuguese-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
p sonnets portuguese chronicles one famous romances history renowned victorian poet elizabeth barrett wrote sonnet sequence courtship robert browning later presented wedding gift robert astounded quality poetry encouraged publish elizabeth objected grounds content personal last robert prevailed elizabeth published sonnets title book comes joke robert elizabeth browning elizabeth embarrassed publish sonnets personal chronicle decided pretend translation foreign language robert s nickname my little portuguese due dark hair olive complexion sequence forever known sonnets portugese br summary kirsten ferreri p |
| 3785 |
3761 |
4200 |
schwarze Spinne |
Jeremias Gotthelf |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Die schwarze Spinne ist eine Novelle von Jeremias Gotthelf aus dem Jahr 1842. Eingebettet in eine idyllisch angelegte Rahmenerzählung werden alte Sagen zu einer gleichnishaften Erzählung über christlich-humanistische Vorstellungen von Gut und Böse verarbeitet. Die Novelle ist unterteilt in die am Anfang auftretende Rahmenhandlung, die jedoch später zur Binnenhandlung übertritt. <br/>\nZuerst kaum beachtet, gilt diese Erzählung bei vielen Literaturkritikern als eines der Meisterwerke des deutschen Biedermeier. Thomas Mann schrieb darüber in „Die Entstehung des Doktor Faustus“, dass Gotthelf „oft das Homerische“ berühre und dass er seine Schwarze Spinne „wie kaum ein zweites Stück Weltliteratur“ bewundere. (Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/die-schwarze-spinne-by-jeremias-gotthelf/ |
die schwarze spinne ist eine novelle von jeremias gotthelf aus dem jahr 1842 eingebettet eine idyllisch angelegte rahmenerzählung werden alte sagen zu einer gleichnishaften erzählung über christlich humanistische vorstellungen von gut und böse verarbeitet die novelle ist unterteilt die anfang auftretende rahmenhandlung die jedoch später zur binnenhandlung übertritt br zuerst kaum beachtet gilt diese erzählung bei vielen literaturkritikern als eines der meisterwerke des deutschen biedermeier thomas mann schrieb darüber die entstehung des doktor faustus dass gotthelf oft das homerische berühre und dass er seine schwarze spinne wie kaum ein zweites stück weltliteratur bewundere wikipedia p |
| 3786 |
3762 |
4201 |
Locandiera |
Carlo Goldoni |
Comedy |
<p>La locandiera è una commedia scritta da Carlo Goldoni nel 1751.<br><br>La storia si incentra sulle vicende di Mirandolina, un'attraente e astuta giovane donna che gestisce a Firenze, con l'aiuto del suo cameriere Fabrizio, una locanda ereditata dal padre. (Riassunto di Wikipedia)<br><br>Personaggi:<br><br>Il Cavaliere di Ripafratta - Filippo Gioachin<br>Il Marchese di Forlipopoli - Roberto Cofini<br>Il Conte d'Albafiorita - Algy Pug<br>Mirandolina, locandiera - Dolcinea<br>Ortensia, comica - piccolamimi<br>Dejanira, comica - Maria Grazia Tundo<br>Fabrizio, cameriere di locanda - Riccardo Fasol<br>Servitore, del Cavaliere - River80<br>Servitore, del Conte - arcobaleno<br>Narratore - arcobaleno<br><br>Montaggio - Filippo Gioachin<br>Effetti Sonori - Roberto Cofini</p> |
Italian |
1753 |
https://librivox.org/la-locandiera-by-carlo-goldoni/ |
p la locandiera è una commedia scritta da carlo goldoni nel 1751 br br la storia si incentra sulle vicende di mirandolina un attraente e astuta giovane donna che gestisce firenze con l aiuto del suo cameriere fabrizio una locanda ereditata dal padre riassunto di wikipedia br br personaggi br br il cavaliere di ripafratta filippo gioachin br il marchese di forlipopoli roberto cofini br il conte d albafiorita algy pug br mirandolina locandiera dolcinea br ortensia comica piccolamimi br dejanira comica maria grazia tundo br fabrizio cameriere di locanda riccardo fasol br servitore del cavaliere river80 br servitore del conte arcobaleno br narratore arcobaleno br br montaggio filippo gioachin br effetti sonori roberto cofini p |
| 3787 |
3763 |
4202 |
Jabberwocky of Authors |
Harry Persons Taber |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers offer you 12 different recordings of <i>The Jabberwocky of Authors</i> by Harry Persons Taber. This parody of Carroll's <i>Jabberwocky</i> consists almost entirely of authors' names. See how many you can spot! <br /><br />This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 4th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-jabberwocky-of-authors-by-harry-persons-taber/ |
br librivox volunteers offer 12 different recordings i the jabberwocky authors i harry persons taber parody carroll s i jabberwocky i consists almost entirely authors names see many spot br br this weekly poetry project week april 4th 2010 br br |
| 3788 |
3764 |
4203 |
Damnation of Theron Ware |
Harold Frederic |
General Fiction |
The Damnation of Theron Ware (published in England as Illumination) is an 1896 novel by American author Harold Frederic. It is widely considered a classic of American realism. The novel reveals a great deal about turn-of-the-century provincial America, religious life, and the depressed state of intellectual and artistic culture in small towns.\nThe novel centers on the life of a Methodist pastor named Theron Ware who has recently moved to a fictional small town in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, which Frederic modeled after Utica, New York. A promising young pastor recently married, Theron has a number of experiences that cause him to begin to question the Methodist religion, his role as a priest and even the very existence of God. His moral decline (or illumination) is heightened through his dealings with Father Forbes, the town's Catholic priest; Dr. Ledsmar, a local atheist, philosopher, and man of science; and Celia, a local Irish Catholic girl, a species of aesthete, with whom Theron becomes hopelessly infatuated. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-damnation-of-theron-ware-by-harold-frederic/ |
damnation theron ware published england illumination 1896 novel american author harold frederic widely considered classic american realism novel reveals great deal turn of the century provincial america religious life depressed state intellectual artistic culture small towns novel centers life methodist pastor named theron ware recently moved fictional small town adirondack mountains upstate new york frederic modeled utica new york promising young pastor recently married theron number experiences cause begin question methodist religion role priest even existence god moral decline or illumination heightened dealings father forbes town s catholic priest dr ledsmar local atheist philosopher man science celia local irish catholic girl species aesthete theron becomes hopelessly infatuated introduction wikipedia p |
| 3789 |
3765 |
4204 |
Lenz (version 2) |
Georg Büchner |
Biography & Autobiography |
Mit Lenz wird eine Novelle von Georg Büchner benannt, wobei der Titel nicht vom Autor stammt. Büchner hat sich nachweislich spätestens seit Frühjahr 1835 mit dem Stoff beschäftigt, jedoch ist die genaue Entstehungszeit unbekannt. Die Novelle erschien erstmals im Jahre 1839. \nLenz beschreibt den sich verschlechternden Geisteszustand des Schriftstellers Jakob Michael Reinhold Lenz. Die Erzählung basiert auf einem Bericht von Johann Friedrich Oberlin und auf einigen Briefen von Lenz. Ungefähr die Hälfte der etwa zwanzig Seiten langen Novelle wurde von Büchner wortwörtlich aus Oberlins Bericht übernommen. (Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/lenz-by-georg-buechner-2/ |
mit lenz wird eine novelle von georg büchner benannt wobei der titel nicht vom autor stammt büchner hat sich nachweislich spätestens seit frühjahr 1835 mit dem stoff beschäftigt jedoch ist die genaue entstehungszeit unbekannt die novelle erschien erstmals im jahre 1839 lenz beschreibt den sich verschlechternden geisteszustand des schriftstellers jakob michael reinhold lenz die erzählung basiert auf einem bericht von johann friedrich oberlin und auf einigen briefen von lenz ungefähr die hälfte der etwa zwanzig seiten langen novelle wurde von büchner wortwörtlich aus oberlins bericht übernommen wikipedia p |
| 3790 |
3771 |
4210 |
God of All Comfort |
Hannah Whitall Smith |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help, Christianity - Other |
This book is written to Christians who profess to believe the Bible as God's revelation, but whose "lives are filled with discomfort and unrest." Smith aims to show that the Bible's claim that God is the "the God of all comfort" is not an over-advertisement or misunderstanding, but that it is possible to avail ourselves of the doubts and heavy anxieties that plague so many Christians. <br/><br/>\n\nBy explaining God's part and man's part, Smith aims to show her readers that it is possible to overcome feelings of defeat and despair and find rest and peace in Christ. Abundant life and genuine enduring joy are available to all believers - even you. Deep and lasting peace, beyond all Earthly circumstances, is possible. \n\n(Introduction by Rachel Craig)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-god-of-all-comfort-by-hannah-whitall-smith/ |
book written christians profess believe bible god s revelation whose lives filled discomfort unrest smith aims show bible s claim god the god comfort over advertisement misunderstanding possible avail doubts heavy anxieties plague many christians br br explaining god s part man s part smith aims show readers possible overcome feelings defeat despair find rest peace christ abundant life genuine enduring joy available believers even you deep lasting peace beyond earthly circumstances possible introduction rachel craig p |
| 3791 |
3766 |
4205 |
Bible (Portuguese) 01: Genesis |
João Ferreira de Almeida |
Bibles |
<p>A tradução feita por João Ferreira de Almeida é considerada um marco na história da Bíblia em português pois foi a primeira tradução do Novo Testamento a partir das línguas originais. O trabalho de João Ferreira de Almeida é para a língua portuguesa o que a Bíblia de Lutero é para alemã e a King James Version para a inglesa. Num trabalho que se estendeu por toda a sua vida, Almeida começou a tradução pelo Novo Testamento, dedicando-se ao Velho Testamento já em idade avançada. A tradução de Almeida é sem dúvida a mais difundida em Língua Portuguesa, mais modernamente em versões corrigidas e revisadas. Este projeto usa uma edição de 1860, reimpressão da segunda edição da Bíblia de Almeida, revista pouco antes da morte do tradutor.<br><br> Esta é a gravação do primeiro livro do Antigo Testamento, Gênesis. (Introdução escrita por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/biblia-alm-01-genesis-by-joao-ferreira-de-almeida-trad/ |
p a tradução feita por joão ferreira de almeida é considerada um marco na história da bíblia em português pois foi primeira tradução novo testamento partir das línguas originais trabalho de joão ferreira de almeida é para língua portuguesa que bíblia de lutero é para alemã e king james version para inglesa num trabalho que se estendeu por toda sua vida almeida começou tradução pelo novo testamento dedicando se ao velho testamento já em idade avançada tradução de almeida é sem dúvida mais difundida em língua portuguesa mais modernamente em versões corrigidas e revisadas este projeto usa uma edição de 1860 reimpressão da segunda edição da bíblia de almeida revista pouco antes da morte tradutor br br esta é gravação primeiro livro antigo testamento gênesis introdução escrita por leni p |
| 3792 |
3767 |
4206 |
Institutio Oratoria (On the Education of an Orator), volume 1 |
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus |
Education, Performing Arts |
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus was of Spanish origin, being born about 35 A.D. at Calagurris. At Rome he met with great success as a teacher and was the first rhetorician to set up a genuine public school and to receive a salary from the State. He left behind him a treatise "On the causes of the decadence of Roman oratory" (De causis corruptae eloquentiae), some speeches and his magnum opus, the only one to survive to our days. His Institutio Oratoria, despite the fact that much of it is highly technical, has still much that is of interest to‑day, even for those who care little for the history of rhetoric. (Summary adapted from the translator's preface) This first volume covers books 1 to 3.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/institutio-oratoria-volume-1-by-marcus-fabius-quintilianus/ |
marcus fabius quintilianus spanish origin born 35 a d calagurris rome met great success teacher first rhetorician set genuine public school receive salary state left behind treatise on causes decadence roman oratory de causis corruptae eloquentiae speeches magnum opus one survive days institutio oratoria despite fact much highly technical still much interest to day even care little history rhetoric summary adapted translator s preface first volume covers books 1 3 p |
| 3793 |
3768 |
4207 |
Atlantis: The Antediluvian World |
Ignatius Loyola Donnelly |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Atlantis: The Antediluvian World is a book published during 1882 by Minnesota populist politician Ignatius L. Donnelly, who was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania during 1831. Donnelly considered Plato's account of Atlantis as largely factual and attempted to establish that all known ancient civilizations were descended from this supposed lost land. Many of its theories are the source of many modern-day concepts we have about Atlantis, like the civilization and technology beyond its time, the origins of all present races and civilizations, a civil war between good and evil, etc." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/atlantis-the-antediluvian-world-by-ignatius-loyola-donnelly/ |
atlantis antediluvian world book published 1882 minnesota populist politician ignatius l donnelly born philadelphia pennsylvania 1831 donnelly considered plato s account atlantis largely factual attempted establish known ancient civilizations descended supposed lost land many theories source many modern day concepts atlantis like civilization technology beyond time origins present races civilizations civil war good evil etc summary wikipedia p |
| 3794 |
3769 |
4208 |
Selection of Divine Poems |
John Donne |
Single author, Christianity - Other |
<p>John Donne was an English Jacobean preacher, sometime lawyer, later in life a Member of Parliament and Royal Chaplain. Marrying for love against the wishes of his influential father-in-law; Donne's career was cast into shadow: forcing him to support his wife, Anne, as best he might under a specter of unforgiving penury. </p> <p>Despite such hardships - perhaps because of them - Donne's writings demonstrate a mastery of poetry layered with metaphysical meaning and mystery: which continues to delight and challenge modern-day readers. Donne's "divine poems" - the focus of this collection - present profound theological insights using absorbing allegories and beautiful imagery. <p></p>At the end of Donne's life - as his health deteriorated under illnesses of increasing severity - his poetry served him as: distraction, consolation, and even "public confession". With them, Donne cheerfully but soberly faces the limits of his own mortality: and contemplates the mysteries that lie beyond the grave. </p><p>(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1650 |
https://librivox.org/a-selection-of-divine-poems-by-john-donne/ |
p john donne english jacobean preacher sometime lawyer later life member parliament royal chaplain marrying love wishes influential father in law donne s career cast shadow forcing support wife anne best might specter unforgiving penury p p despite hardships perhaps donne s writings demonstrate mastery poetry layered metaphysical meaning mystery continues delight challenge modern day readers donne s divine poems focus collection present profound theological insights using absorbing allegories beautiful imagery p p at end donne s life health deteriorated illnesses increasing severity poetry served as distraction consolation even public confession them donne cheerfully soberly faces limits mortality contemplates mysteries lie beyond grave p p introduction godsend p |
| 3795 |
3770 |
4209 |
Two On A Tower |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The plot concerns two – literally starcrossed – lovers: Swithin St. Cleeve, a very young amateur astronomer, and Viviette Constantine, an unhappily married and abandoned woman 8 or 9 years his senior. Each night Swithin climbs the old tower of the title, in the grounds of the Constantine estate. Lady Constantine, whose husband has been absent some years on an extended hunting and exploring journey to Africa, joins the young man in his stargazing, and supports his astronomical ambitions by buying him equipment, though his dreams of scientific renown are disappointed. Their relationship then deepens and takes several twists and turns.(Summary by Tadhg)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/two-on-a-tower-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p the plot concerns two literally starcrossed lovers swithin st cleeve young amateur astronomer viviette constantine unhappily married abandoned woman 8 9 years senior night swithin climbs old tower title grounds constantine estate lady constantine whose husband absent years extended hunting exploring journey africa joins young man stargazing supports astronomical ambitions buying equipment though dreams scientific renown disappointed relationship deepens takes several twists turns summary tadhg p |
| 3796 |
3772 |
4211 |
Madame Butterfly |
John Luther Long |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Madame Butterfly is the story of the young Japanese girl Cho-Cho San, who marries a flighty American naval officer, and is thenceforth outcast from her relatives. Anxiously she awaits the return of her beloved husband, but when he finally anchors in the harbour, Cho-Cho San does not get the happy ending she was hoping for.\nThis short story by John Luther Long has inspired Giacomo Puccini to write the opera of the same name. (Introduction by Availle)\n</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/madame-butterfly-by-john-luther-long/ |
p madame butterfly story young japanese girl cho cho san marries flighty american naval officer thenceforth outcast relatives anxiously awaits return beloved husband finally anchors harbour cho cho san get happy ending hoping for short story john luther long inspired giacomo puccini write opera name introduction availle p |
| 3797 |
3773 |
4212 |
Survivors' Tales of Famous Crimes |
Walter Wood |
Law |
<p>In this anthology of true crime tales, editor Walter Wood interviews those who were touched by the crimes recounted, sometimes as an acquaintance of the deceased or criminal or in the course of their professional duties. This work provides a personal look at some of the most sensational crimes and scandals of late 19th and early 20th century Britain. (Summary by Nullifidian)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/survivors-tales-of-famous-crimes-by-walter-wood/ |
p in anthology true crime tales editor walter wood interviews touched crimes recounted sometimes acquaintance deceased criminal course professional duties work provides personal look sensational crimes scandals late 19th early 20th century britain summary nullifidian p |
| 3798 |
3774 |
4213 |
Vampir |
Wladyslaw Reymont |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Von seinem guten Freund Yoe wird Zenon überredet, einer spiritistischen Sitzung beizuwohnen. Seine Teilnahme führt ihn in eine Welt aus Gurus, spirituellen Weisheiten und unerklärbaren Phänomenen. Dabei befindet er sich selbst immer auf der schmalen Linie zwischen Religiosität und absurdem Wahnsinn.<br>\nReymont zelebriert seine Vampire nicht als Blutsauger im eigentlichen, sondern im metaphysischen Sinne. Die Atmosphäre, die er vor allem durch den Einsatz intensiver Stilmittel schafft, ist unheimlich dicht. Es gelingt ihm, den Leser von Beginn an zu fesseln und ihn in die gruselige Handlung mit hineinzuziehen. (Zusammenfassung von Ragnar)</p> |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/der-vampir-by-wladyslaw-reymont/ |
von seinem guten freund yoe wird zenon überredet einer spiritistischen sitzung beizuwohnen seine teilnahme führt ihn eine welt aus gurus spirituellen weisheiten und unerklärbaren phänomenen dabei befindet er sich selbst immer auf der schmalen linie zwischen religiosität und absurdem wahnsinn br reymont zelebriert seine vampire nicht als blutsauger im eigentlichen sondern im metaphysischen sinne die atmosphäre die er vor allem durch den einsatz intensiver stilmittel schafft ist unheimlich dicht es gelingt ihm den leser von beginn zu fesseln und ihn die gruselige handlung mit hineinzuziehen zusammenfassung von ragnar p |
| 3799 |
3775 |
4214 |
Weltwanderer |
Karl Gjellerup |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Religious Fiction |
<p>Der Roman "Die Weltwanderer" spielt in Nordindien in der ersten Hälfte des vorletzten Jahrhunderts. Die Protagonisten sind ein weiser indischen Minister, ein deutschen Gelehrten und seine hübsche Tochter und ein skrupellosen Engländer, der ein Freund Lord Byrons war. Um das buddhistische Konzept der Wiedergeburt webt Gjellerup seine Erzählung um ein altes Manuskript, Thugs, Intrigen, Leidenschaft und wahrer Liebe.<br></br>Karl Gjellerup war Däne, schrieb hauptsächlich auf Deutsch und wurde 1918 mit dem Nobelpreis für Literatur ausgezeichnet.</p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/die-weltwanderer-by-karl-gjellerup/ |
p der roman die weltwanderer spielt nordindien der ersten hälfte des vorletzten jahrhunderts die protagonisten sind ein weiser indischen minister ein deutschen gelehrten und seine hübsche tochter und ein skrupellosen engländer der ein freund lord byrons war um das buddhistische konzept der wiedergeburt webt gjellerup seine erzählung um ein altes manuskript thugs intrigen leidenschaft und wahrer liebe br br karl gjellerup war däne schrieb hauptsächlich auf deutsch und wurde 1918 mit dem nobelpreis für literatur ausgezeichnet p |
| 3800 |
3776 |
4215 |
Elements of Style |
William Strunk, Jr. |
*Non-fiction, Education, Language learning |
“The Elements of Style (1918) by William Strunk, Jr. is an American English writing style guide. It is one of the best-known and most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading in U.S. high school and university composition classes. The original 1918 edition of The Elements of Style detailed eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of composition, “a few matters of form”, and a list of commonly "misused" words and expressions. This book, printed as a private edition in 1918 for the use of his students, became a classic on the local campus, known as "the little book", and its successive editions have since sold over ten million copies. This version is based on the public-domain text from 1918, which was originally uploaded to Wikibooks and wikified by Wikibooks:User:Lord Emsworth in 2003. In January 2006, Kernigh transwikied the text from Wikibooks:Elements of Style to Wikisource.” (Summary by Wikipedia and Wikisource)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-style-by-william-strunk-jr/ |
the elements style 1918 william strunk jr american english writing style guide one best known influential prescriptive treatment english grammar usage often required reading u s high school university composition classes original 1918 edition elements style detailed eight elementary rules usage ten elementary principles composition a matters form list commonly misused words expressions book printed private edition 1918 use students became classic local campus known the little book successive editions since sold ten million copies version based public domain text 1918 originally uploaded wikibooks wikified wikibooks user lord emsworth 2003 january 2006 kernigh transwikied text wikibooks elements style wikisource summary wikipedia wikisource p |
| 3801 |
3777 |
4216 |
Evelina's Garden |
Mary E. Wilkins Freeman |
General Fiction, Romance, Short Stories |
This is a long short story from 1899, approximately 95 minutes more or less, about a mysterious woman living virtually alone on the outskirts of a small New England town in a mansion with a magnificent garden. (Introduction by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/evelinas-garden-by-mary-e-wilkins-freeman/ |
long short story 1899 approximately 95 minutes less mysterious woman living virtually alone outskirts small new england town mansion magnificent garden introduction bellonatimes p |
| 3802 |
3778 |
4217 |
International Women's Literature Collection |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
This is a collection of works -- short stories or poetry -- by women writers in English from around the world and first published before 1923. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/international-womens-literature-collection-by-various/ |
collection works short stories poetry women writers english around world first published 1923 summary bellonatimes p |
| 3803 |
3779 |
4218 |
Silent Bullet |
Arthur B. Reeve |
Detective Fiction |
The many adventures of Professor Craig Kennedy were chronicled by Arthur B. Reeve (October 15, 1880 - August 9, 1936). Reeve was an American mystery writer who created 82 Craig Kennedy mystery stories. The stories have a very Sherlock Holmes type feel, In fact Kennedy has been referred to as the "American Shelock Holmes". Along with his reporter friend, Walter Jameson, Kennedy solves many crimes and unveils mysteries using science. <br /><br />This book contains twelve of Professor Kennedy's adventures. The interesting thing about these stories is Kennedy uses newly discovered science from his time period, which we take for granted today. The first story, The Silent Bullet, has everyone wondering how a bullet could kill someone with no noise. Today, silencers on guns are commonplace in movies and on TV. Or as in "The Deadly Tube" featuring the story of a doctor causing his patients much harm with evil x-rays, or the developmnt of the gyroscope for aeroplanes in "The Terror in the Air". <br /><br />Each story features a facinating look at life in the early 20th century, and even includes some action along the way.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-silent-bullet-by-arthur-b-reeve/ |
many adventures professor craig kennedy chronicled arthur b reeve october 15 1880 august 9 1936 reeve american mystery writer created 82 craig kennedy mystery stories stories sherlock holmes type feel fact kennedy referred american shelock holmes along reporter friend walter jameson kennedy solves many crimes unveils mysteries using science br br this book contains twelve professor kennedy s adventures interesting thing stories kennedy uses newly discovered science time period take granted today first story silent bullet everyone wondering bullet could kill someone noise today silencers guns commonplace movies tv the deadly tube featuring story doctor causing patients much harm evil x rays developmnt gyroscope aeroplanes the terror air br br each story features facinating look life early 20th century even includes action along way p |
| 3804 |
3780 |
4219 |
Book of Old English Ballads |
George Wharton Edwards |
Poetry |
In this selection... the aim has been to bring within moderate compass a collection of these songs of the people which should fairly represent the range, the descriptive felicity, the dramatic power, and the genuine poetic feeling of a body of verse which is still, it is to be feared, unfamiliar to a large number of those to whom it would bring refreshment and delight. (Summary from introduction).<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-old-english-ballads-by-george-wharton-edwards/ |
selection aim bring within moderate compass collection songs people fairly represent range descriptive felicity dramatic power genuine poetic feeling body verse still feared unfamiliar large number would bring refreshment delight summary introduction p |
| 3805 |
3781 |
4220 |
Status Civilization |
Robert Sheckley |
Science Fiction |
<p>Will Barrent awakes without memories just before being deposited on Omega, a planet for criminals where the average life expectancy is 3 years. He’s listed as a murderer and released into the illicit society as a “peon” the lowest class imaginable. A mysterious girl gives him a weapon that starts him on his path to status, a path that requires constant brutality. But it must be borne if our hero is to discover the reason for his imprisonment; A reason that pits him against himself, and involves the sardonically similar but devoutly different creeds of Omega and Earth. - The Status Civilization was first published as “Omega!” in the August and September 1960 issues of Amazing Science Fiction Stories Magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-status-civilization-by-robert-sheckley/ |
p will barrent awakes without memories deposited omega planet criminals average life expectancy 3 years he s listed murderer released illicit society peon lowest class imaginable mysterious girl gives weapon starts path status path requires constant brutality must borne hero discover reason imprisonment reason pits himself involves sardonically similar devoutly different creeds omega earth status civilization first published omega august september 1960 issues amazing science fiction stories magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3806 |
3782 |
4221 |
Bible (ASV) 16: Nehemiah |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"The Book of Nehemiah, sometimes called the Second Book of Ezra, is a book of the Hebrew Bible. It is historically regarded as a continuation of the Book of Ezra, and the two are frequently taken together as Ezra-Nehemiah. Traditionally, the author of this book is believed to be Nehemiah himself. The date at which the book was written was probably about 431 - 430 BC, when Nehemiah had returned the second time to Jerusalem after his visit to Persia. The book consists of four parts: (1) An account of the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, and of the register Nehemiah had found of those who had returned from Babylon. Details describe how Nehemiah became governor of Judah; various forms of opposition generated by Sanballat and others; describes earlier return under Zerubbabel (ch. 1-7). (2) An account of the state of religion among the Jews during this time (8-10). (3) Increase of the inhabitants of Jerusalem; the census of the adult male population, and names of the chiefs, together with lists of priests and Levites (11-12:1-26). 4) Dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the arrangement of the temple officers, and the reforms carried out by Nehemiah (12:27-ch. 13)" (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/nehemiah-asv-american-standard-version/ |
p the book nehemiah sometimes called second book ezra book hebrew bible historically regarded continuation book ezra two frequently taken together ezra nehemiah traditionally author book believed nehemiah himself date book written probably 431 430 bc nehemiah returned second time jerusalem visit persia book consists four parts 1 account rebuilding wall jerusalem register nehemiah found returned babylon details describe nehemiah became governor judah various forms opposition generated sanballat others describes earlier return zerubbabel ch 1 7 2 account state religion among jews time 8 10 3 increase inhabitants jerusalem census adult male population names chiefs together lists priests levites 11 12 1 26 4 dedication wall jerusalem arrangement temple officers reforms carried nehemiah 12 27 ch 13 summary wikipedia p |
| 3807 |
3783 |
4222 |
Bible (PE) NT 04: Κατά Ιωάννην (John) |
Patriarchiki Ekdosi |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Tο κατά Ιωάννη Ευαγγέλιο παρουσιάζει τον Ιησού από την (Αρχή) , σαν τον αιώνιο Λόγο που γίνεται σάρκα.<br>Όταν το Σάββατο θεραπεύει και όταν αποδεικνύει και φανερώνει τα Θεϊκά χαρακτηριστικά του προκαλεί τον θυμό και την αγανάκτηση των Ιουδαίων ηγετών.<br>Προετοιμάζει τους μαθητές του για να δεχτούν τον σταυρικό θάνατο του και για την διακονία τους μετά τον θάνατο του.<br>Πρόθυμα τελικά πεθαίνει στο σταυρό στην δική μας θέση. <br>Αναστήνεται και πείθει ακόμα και τον Θωμά που αμφισβητεί την εμφάνιση του.</p> |
Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kata-ioanne-euaggelio-apo-ten-nea-diatheke-tes-hagias-graphes-by-anonimos/ |
tο κατά ιωάννη ευαγγέλιο παρουσιάζει τον ιησού από την αρχή σαν τον αιώνιο λόγο που γίνεται σάρκα br όταν το σάββατο θεραπεύει και όταν αποδεικνύει και φανερώνει τα θεϊκά χαρακτηριστικά του προκαλεί τον θυμό και την αγανάκτηση των ιουδαίων ηγετών br προετοιμάζει τους μαθητές του για να δεχτούν τον σταυρικό θάνατο του και για την διακονία τους μετά τον θάνατο του br πρόθυμα τελικά πεθαίνει στο σταυρό στην δική μας θέση br αναστήνεται και πείθει ακόμα και τον θωμά που αμφισβητεί την εμφάνιση του p |
| 3808 |
3784 |
4223 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 036 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-036/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3809 |
3785 |
4224 |
Drinking Song |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers offer you 12 different recordings of <i>A Drinking Song</i> from The Green Helmet and Other Poems (1912) by William Butler Yeats. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 11th, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-drinking-song-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
br librivox volunteers offer 12 different recordings i a drinking song i green helmet poems 1912 william butler yeats weekly poetry project week april 11th 2010 br br |
| 3810 |
3787 |
4226 |
Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World |
James Cook |
Exploration |
<p>Having, on his first voyage, discovered Australia, Cook still had to contend with those who maintained that the Terra Australians Incognita (the unknown Southern Continent) was a reality. To finally settle the issue, the British Admiralty sent Cook out again into the vast Southern Ocean with two sailing ships totalling only about 800 tons. Listen as Cook, equipped with one of the first chronometers, pushes his small vessel not merely into the Roaring Forties or the Furious Fifties but becomes the first explorer to penetrate the Antarctic Circle, reaching an incredible Latitude 71 degrees South, just failing to discover Antarctica. (Introduction by Shipley)</p> |
English |
1777 |
https://librivox.org/a-voyage-towards-the-south-pole-and-round-the-world-volume-1-by-james-cook/ |
p having first voyage discovered australia cook still contend maintained terra australians incognita the unknown southern continent reality finally settle issue british admiralty sent cook vast southern ocean two sailing ships totalling 800 tons listen cook equipped one first chronometers pushes small vessel merely roaring forties furious fifties becomes first explorer penetrate antarctic circle reaching incredible latitude 71 degrees south failing discover antarctica introduction shipley p |
| 3811 |
3788 |
4227 |
Versio Latina (Homeri Odyssea) Liber VI |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry |
<p>The Versio Latina, or Latin translation of the works of Homer, has existed since the 14th century, but was first printed, under the name of Andreas Divus, in 1537. It is a crib, to give it no finer name, but a crib which had immense influence, being the first introduction to Homer for generations of mediaeval and early modern scholars. (Introduction by hefyd)</p> |
Latin |
1537 |
https://librivox.org/versio-latina-homeri-odyssea-liber-vi-by-homer/ |
p the versio latina latin translation works homer existed since 14th century first printed name andreas divus 1537 crib give finer name crib immense influence first introduction homer generations mediaeval early modern scholars introduction hefyd p |
| 3812 |
3789 |
4228 |
Stepping Heavenward (version 2) |
Elizabeth Prentiss |
Christian Fiction |
<p>How dreadfully old I am getting! Sixteen!" Thus begins the lifelong diary of young Katherine as she pours out her hopes, dreams, and spiritual journey on the pages of her dear. old journal. Whimsical and charming Katherine is engagingly candid about her character flaws and her desire to know God. As you listen to her share her heart through these journal entries, you will be amazed and delighted by the depth of her character and the womanly wisdom and godliness she develops over the years. From the agonies of being a teenager to the delicate balancing act between being a wife/mother/daughter/neighbor, it is easy to relate to Katherine's triumphs and trials whether you are 16 or 60. Listen to her unforgettable story set in the early 1800's as you are encouraged to "step heavenward," and don't be surprised if you find yourself recommending it to all of your friends and family! (Introduction by Theresa Downey)\n <i> In honor of Tammi Martin</i></p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/stepping-heavenward-version-2-by-elizabeth-prentiss/ |
p how dreadfully old getting sixteen thus begins lifelong diary young katherine pours hopes dreams spiritual journey pages dear old journal whimsical charming katherine engagingly candid character flaws desire know god listen share heart journal entries amazed delighted depth character womanly wisdom godliness develops years agonies teenager delicate balancing act wife mother daughter neighbor easy relate katherine s triumphs trials whether 16 60 listen unforgettable story set early 1800 s encouraged step heavenward surprised find recommending friends family introduction theresa downey i honor tammi martin i p |
| 3813 |
3790 |
4229 |
Orpheus C. Kerr Papers Vol. 1 |
Robert Henry Newell |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>These are a collection of humorous "letters" written by a fictional character to a relation in the north during the Civil War. They were published regularly in the New York Mercury Sunday newspaper for the four years of the war. In the letters, Newell pokes fun at northern generals, politicians, and has hard things to say about southerners. Although Newell is rarely serious, I imagine the letters reflect the bitterness and frustration of many northerners at the time. (Introduction by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-orpheus-c-kerr-papers-volume-1-by-robert-henry-newell/ |
p these collection humorous letters written fictional character relation north civil war published regularly new york mercury sunday newspaper four years war letters newell pokes fun northern generals politicians hard things say southerners although newell rarely serious imagine letters reflect bitterness frustration many northerners time introduction margaret p |
| 3814 |
3791 |
4230 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 09 (ver 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Voici le neuvième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.<p> This is the ninth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.<br> (Summary by Ezwa)</br></p> |
French |
1679 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-livre-9-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-1102/ |
voici le neuvième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p ninth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society br summary ezwa br p |
| 3815 |
3792 |
4231 |
Mrs. Shelley |
Lucy Madox Rossetti |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>"I have to thank all the previous students of Shelley as poet and man--not last nor least among whom is my husband--for their loving and truthful research on all the subjects surrounding the life of Mrs.Shelley." -Lucy Madox Brown Rossetti <br><br>\nMrs. Shelley is a biography of Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin Shelley, author of Frankenstein and other works, wife of Percy Shelley, daughter of Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin who penned The Vindication of the Rights of Women, and daughter of William Godwin, a philosopher and novelist. The life of this woman, who at nineteen wrote a story that has become a part of everyday culture, is its own story to tell. The author Lucy Madox Brown Rossetti was the daughter of the artist Ford Madox Brown and the wife of William Michael Rossetti of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. (Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-shelley-by-lucy-madox-rossetti/ |
p i thank previous students shelley poet man not last least among husband for loving truthful research subjects surrounding life mrs shelley lucy madox brown rossetti br br mrs shelley biography mary wollstonecraft godwin shelley author frankenstein works wife percy shelley daughter mary wollstonecraft godwin penned vindication rights women daughter william godwin philosopher novelist life woman nineteen wrote story become part everyday culture story tell author lucy madox brown rossetti daughter artist ford madox brown wife william michael rossetti pre raphaelite brotherhood summary a l gramour p |
| 3816 |
3793 |
4232 |
Royal Book of Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
The Royal Book of Oz (1921) is the fifteenth in the series of Oz books, and the first to be written by Ruth Plumly Thompson after L. Frank Baum's death. Although Baum was credited as the author, it was written entirely by Thompson. <br /><br />The Scarecrow is upset when Professor Wogglebug tells him that he has no family, so he goes to where Dorothy Gale found him to trace his "roots." Then he vanishes from the face of Oz. <br /><br />Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion mount a search for their friend, but when that is successful, they will need to become a rescue party!</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-royal-book-of-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
royal book oz 1921 fifteenth series oz books first written ruth plumly thompson l frank baum s death although baum credited author written entirely thompson br br the scarecrow upset professor wogglebug tells family goes dorothy gale found trace roots vanishes face oz br br dorothy cowardly lion mount search friend successful need become rescue party p |
| 3817 |
3794 |
4233 |
Coming of Bill (or: Their Mutual Child; or: The White Hope, Version 2) |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Their Mutual Child (aka The Coming of Bill and The White Hope) is full of the loveable characters, preposterous situations, and opportunities to chuckle, if not outright laughs, that we expect from PG Wodehouse. It lacks the frantic slapstick of some Wodehouse comedy, but has a quieter more reflective humour.<br/><br/>\n\nKirk, the erstwhile hero, is a typical Wodehousian hero. At the beginning of the story, he is thoroughly likeable, a healthy, but a somewhat weak and malleable fellow. He dabs at beings a painter for a living, and runs with a gang of hangers-on, who sponge off him. However, his life changes dramatically when he meets the charming and lovely Ruth. Ruth is out of Kirk's league socially and financially. She possesses an exceedingly rich father and an excessively dominant and eccentric aunt, Miss Laura Delane Porter. Miss Porter’s claim to fame is her authorship of books and pamphlets aimed at bettering the world through hygiene and eugenics (the highly questionable “science” of race improvement by restricting mating to superior types deemed suited to each other).<br/><br/>\n\nAgainst her father’s strong objections, but with Aunt Laura's approval, Ruth marries Kirk and for a while, wedded bliss surrounds them, crowned off by the birth of their son, Bill. Like all babies, Bill is deemed by one and all to be miraculous—unique and amazing.<br/><br/>\n\nHowever, all good things must end, as they say. Kirk, embarrassed by his inability to support Ruth in the manner in which she is accustomed, heads off to South America to seek his fortune, where he is quickly and thoroughly ruined. However, in the meantime, Ruth and her brother Bailey inherit their father's wealth. Also in Kirk’s absence, enter, of course, Laura Delane Porter, with her scrupulous ideas of hygiene and her horrors of germs, and the baby’s life becomes a nightmare. When Kirk returns, unsuccessful in his endeavors and outraged at the state of affairs at home, the marriage quickly sours.<br/><br/>\n\nCan anyone save Ruth and Kirk from themselves and rebuild their happy home?<br/><br/>\nTheir Mutual Child aka The Coming of Bill or The White Hope by P. G. Wodehouse, first appeared in “Munsey's Magazine” in May 1914, under the title "The White Hope.” It was published in the U.S. under the title Their Mutual Child in 1919, and in the U.K. with the title, The Coming of Bill in 1920. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/their-mutual-child-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p their mutual child aka coming bill white hope full loveable characters preposterous situations opportunities chuckle outright laughs expect pg wodehouse lacks frantic slapstick wodehouse comedy quieter reflective humour br br kirk erstwhile hero typical wodehousian hero beginning story thoroughly likeable healthy somewhat weak malleable fellow dabs beings painter living runs gang hangers on sponge him however life changes dramatically meets charming lovely ruth ruth kirk s league socially financially possesses exceedingly rich father excessively dominant eccentric aunt miss laura delane porter miss porter s claim fame authorship books pamphlets aimed bettering world hygiene eugenics the highly questionable science race improvement restricting mating superior types deemed suited other br br father s strong objections aunt laura s approval ruth marries kirk while wedded bliss surrounds them crowned birth son bill like babies bill deemed one miraculous unique amazing br br however good things must end say kirk embarrassed inability support ruth manner accustomed heads south america seek fortune quickly thoroughly ruined however meantime ruth brother bailey inherit father s wealth also kirk s absence enter course laura delane porter scrupulous ideas hygiene horrors germs baby s life becomes nightmare kirk returns unsuccessful endeavors outraged state affairs home marriage quickly sours br br anyone save ruth kirk rebuild happy home br br mutual child aka coming bill white hope p g wodehouse first appeared munsey s magazine may 1914 title the white hope published u s title mutual child 1919 u k title coming bill 1920 introduction susan claybrook tim bulkeley information wikipedia entry p |
| 3818 |
3795 |
4235 |
Witches' Brew (MacBeth Act IV Scene I) |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you seven readings of The Witches' Brew from Act IV Scene I of MacBeth, by William Shakespeare. This was the weekly poetry project for October 26, 2014.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-witches-brew-by-william-shakespeare/ |
librivox volunteers bring seven readings witches brew act iv scene macbeth william shakespeare weekly poetry project october 26 2014 p |
| 3819 |
3796 |
4237 |
Categories |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Categories (Lat. Categoriae, Greek Κατηγορίαι Katēgoriai) is the first of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon. In Categories Aristotle enumerates all the possible kinds of things that can be the subject or the predicate of a proposition. Aristotle places every object of human apprehension under one of ten categories (known to medieval writers as the praedicamenta). Aristotle intended them to enumerate everything that can be expressed without composition or structure, thus anything that can be either the subject or the predicate of a proposition. The ten categories, or classes, are: Substance, Quantity, Quality, Relation, Place, Time, Position, State, Action and Affection. (Wikipedia)</p>\n\nThe Categories places every object of human apprehension under one of ten categories (known to medieval writers as the praedicamenta). Aristotle intended them to enumerate everything that can be expressed without composition or structure, thus anything that can be either the subject or the predicate of a proposition. |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/categories-by-aristotle/ |
categories lat categoriae greek κατηγορίαι katēgoriai first aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon categories aristotle enumerates possible kinds things subject predicate proposition aristotle places every object human apprehension one ten categories known medieval writers praedicamenta aristotle intended enumerate everything expressed without composition structure thus anything either subject predicate proposition ten categories classes are substance quantity quality relation place time position state action affection wikipedia p categories places every object human apprehension one ten categories known medieval writers praedicamenta aristotle intended enumerate everything expressed without composition structure thus anything either subject predicate proposition |
| 3820 |
3797 |
4238 |
Wylder's Hand |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The marriage of Mark Wylder and Dorkas Brenden is supposed to end a history of arguments between the two families. However, both people involved do not seem to like the idea. Before the wedding, Mark disappears. But to where? And how will the people around him react to his disappearance? (Summary by Miss Stav and LibriFoxy)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/wylders-hand-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
marriage mark wylder dorkas brenden supposed end history arguments two families however people involved seem like idea wedding mark disappears where people around react disappearance summary miss stav librifoxy p |
| 3821 |
3798 |
4239 |
Adventures of Gerard |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>These lesser known stories were penned by Conan Doyle during the period between killing off Sherlock Holmes in 1893 and reluctantly resurrecting him some ten years later. The swashbuckling, eponymous hero, Etienne Gerard, is one of Napoleon's gallant French Hussars, who considers himself the finest of them all. Through these "Boys Own Adventures", Conan Doyle pokes gentle fun at both the French and the English. This is the second volume containing eight adventures. (Summary by Phil)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-gerard-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p these lesser known stories penned conan doyle period killing sherlock holmes 1893 reluctantly resurrecting ten years later swashbuckling eponymous hero etienne gerard one napoleon s gallant french hussars considers finest all boys adventures conan doyle pokes gentle fun french english second volume containing eight adventures summary phil p |
| 3822 |
3857 |
4301 |
Outspan: Tales of South Africa |
Sir James Percy Fitzpatrick |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Six poignant short stories reminiscent of life as a transport rider in the Transvaal veld in the days of the gold rush in South Africa at the end of the 19th century. From an early age Fitzpatrick believed that life should be enjoyed to the full and his honest and often moving style of writing leaves one richer for having known him. (Summary by SallyMc)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-outspan-by-percy-fitzpatrick/ |
p six poignant short stories reminiscent life transport rider transvaal veld days gold rush south africa end 19th century early age fitzpatrick believed life enjoyed full honest often moving style writing leaves one richer known him summary sallymc p |
| 3823 |
3799 |
4240 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (version 4) |
Lewis Carroll |
General |
<p>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells the story of a girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar and anthropomorphic creatures. The tale is filled with allusions to Dodgson's friends. The tale plays with logic in ways that have given the story lasting popularity with adults as well as children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the "literary nonsense" genre, and its narrative course and structure have been enormously influential, especially in the fantasy genre. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll-5/ |
p alice s adventures wonderland commonly shortened alice wonderland 1865 novel written english author charles lutwidge dodgson pseudonym lewis carroll tells story girl named alice falls rabbit hole fantasy world populated peculiar anthropomorphic creatures tale filled allusions dodgson s friends tale plays logic ways given story lasting popularity adults well children considered one best examples literary nonsense genre narrative course structure enormously influential especially fantasy genre introduction wikipedia p |
| 3824 |
3800 |
4241 |
Good Sense |
Paul Henri Thiry, Baron d'Holbach |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>In 1770, Baron D'Holbach published his masterpiece, "Systeme de la Nature", which for a long time passed as the posthumous work of M. de Mirabaud. That text-book of "Atheistical Philosophy" caused a great sensation, and two years later, 1772, the Baron published this excellent abridgment of it, freed from arbitrary ideas; and by its clearness of expression, facility, and precision of style, rendered it most suitable for the average student. This text is based on an undated English translation of "Le Bon Sens" published c. 1900. The name of the translator was not stated. (Summary from editor's preface)</p> |
English |
1772 |
https://librivox.org/good-sense-by-baron-paul-henri-thiry-dholbach/ |
p in 1770 baron d holbach published masterpiece systeme de la nature long time passed posthumous work m de mirabaud text book atheistical philosophy caused great sensation two years later 1772 baron published excellent abridgment it freed arbitrary ideas clearness expression facility precision style rendered suitable average student text based undated english translation le bon sens published c 1900 name translator stated summary editor s preface p |
| 3825 |
3801 |
4242 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 017 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, science, cooking, economics, education, humor, philosophy, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-017-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history science cooking economics education humor philosophy nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 3826 |
3802 |
4243 |
What the Bullet Sang |
Bret Harte |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of What the Bullet sang by Bret Harte. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 18th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-bullet-sang-by-bret-harte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings bullet sang bret harte weekly poetry project may 18th 2010 p |
| 3827 |
3803 |
4244 |
Education of Henry Adams |
Henry Brooks Adams |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>The Education of Henry Adams records the struggle of Bostonian Henry Adams (1838-1918), in early old age, to come to terms with the dawning 20th century, so different from the world of his youth. It is also a sharp critique of 19th century educational theory and practice. In 1907, Adams began privately circulating copies of a limited edition printed at his own expense. Commercial publication had to await its author's 1918 death, whereupon it won the 1919 Pulitzer Prize. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-education-of-henry-adams-by-henry-brooks-adams/ |
p the education henry adams records struggle bostonian henry adams 1838 1918 early old age come terms dawning 20th century different world youth also sharp critique 19th century educational theory practice 1907 adams began privately circulating copies limited edition printed expense commercial publication await author s 1918 death whereupon 1919 pulitzer prize introduction wikipedia p |
| 3828 |
3804 |
4245 |
Shadow of the Rope |
E. W. Hornung |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Rachel Minchin stands in the dock, accused of murdering the dissolute husband she was preparing to leave. The trial is sensational, and public opinion vehemently and almost universally against her. When the jury astonishes and outrages the world with a vedict of Not Guilty, Rachel quickly finds herself in need of protection. It comes in the form of a surprising offer of marriage from a mysterious stranger who has sat through every day of her trial. The marriage to this intriguing stranger, Mr. Steel, is by mutual agreement to be a platonic one, the only condition of which is that neither is ever to question the other about the past. The two travel to Steel’s remote country estate, where Rachel accidentally discovers that her second husband’s past was somehow intertwined with her first husband’s history – but how, exactly, and why he determined to marry her, Steel will not say. As her doubts about her husband increase, local busybodies threaten to unearth Rachel’s own past. And that is the least of the secrets that comes to light as this entertaining mystery unfolds. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-of-the-rope-by-e-w-hornung/ |
p rachel minchin stands dock accused murdering dissolute husband preparing leave trial sensational public opinion vehemently almost universally her jury astonishes outrages world vedict guilty rachel quickly finds need protection comes form surprising offer marriage mysterious stranger sat every day trial marriage intriguing stranger mr steel mutual agreement platonic one condition neither ever question past two travel steel s remote country estate rachel accidentally discovers second husband s past somehow intertwined first husband s history how exactly determined marry her steel say doubts husband increase local busybodies threaten unearth rachel s past least secrets comes light entertaining mystery unfolds introduction christine dufour p |
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3805 |
4246 |
Planet Savers |
Marion Zimmer Bradley |
Science Fiction |
<p>The Terran colony on the planet Darkover faces imminent destruction by a plague of the deadly Trailmen's Fever. The only hope is to develop a serum in time, but this requires the cooperation of the elusive native Trailmen, the brilliant parasitologist Dr. Jay Allison, and his split personality. (Introduction by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-planet-savers-by-marion-zimmer-bradley/ |
p the terran colony planet darkover faces imminent destruction plague deadly trailmen s fever hope develop serum time requires cooperation elusive native trailmen brilliant parasitologist dr jay allison split personality introduction mark nelson p |
| 3830 |
3806 |
4247 |
Notes on Nursing |
Florence Nightingale |
Medical |
<p><i>Notes on Nursing</i> was published in 1859 and is a fascinating view into the theories underpinning the early development of modern nursing and public health reform by "the Lady with the Lamp", Florence Nightingale. Emphasising common sense and thought for the patient's care in many more ways than just administering physician-prescribed medicines, this is still a very relevant book for those interested in health or caring for the sick and infirm today.<br /><br />Summary by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/notes-on-nursing-by-florence-nightingale/ |
p i notes nursing i published 1859 fascinating view theories underpinning early development modern nursing public health reform the lady lamp florence nightingale emphasising common sense thought patient s care many ways administering physician prescribed medicines still relevant book interested health caring sick infirm today br br summary cori samuel p |
| 3831 |
3807 |
4248 |
Second Variety |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
Early victories by the USSR in a global nuclear war cause the United Nations government to retreat to the moon leaving behind troops and fierce autonomous robots called “Claws”, which reproduce and redesign themselves in unmanned subterranean factories. After six bloody years of conflict the Soviets call for an urgent conference and UN Major Joseph Hendricks sets out to meet them. Along the way he will discover what the Claws have been up to, and it isn’t good… - Second Variety was first published in the May 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction Magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/second-variety-by-philip-k-dick/ |
early victories ussr global nuclear war cause united nations government retreat moon leaving behind troops fierce autonomous robots called claws reproduce redesign unmanned subterranean factories six bloody years conflict soviets call urgent conference un major joseph hendricks sets meet them along way discover claws to isn t good second variety first published may 1953 edition space science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3832 |
3808 |
4249 |
X Minus One Project |
Various |
Science Fiction |
<p>This is a collection of public domain science fiction stories which were turned into half-hour plays for the classic mid-1950's American radio series, X Minus One. All of these stories were added to Project Gutenberg via Greg Weeks and crew at Distributed Proofreaders.(Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/x-minus-one-project-by-various/ |
p this collection public domain science fiction stories turned half hour plays classic mid 1950 s american radio series x minus one stories added project gutenberg via greg weeks crew distributed proofreaders summary bellonatimes p |
| 3833 |
3809 |
4250 |
Bobbsey Twins or Merry Days Indoors and Out |
Laura Lee Hope |
Family, General |
<p>The Bobbsey Twins are the principal characters of what was, for many years, the Stratemeyer Syndicate's longest-running series of children's novels, penned under the pseudonym Laura Lee Hope. The first of 72 books was published in 1904, the last in 1979. The books related the adventures of the children of the middle-class Bobbsey family, which included two sets of fraternal twins: Bert and Nan, who were 12 years old, and Flossie and Freddie, who were six. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
p the bobbsey twins principal characters was many years stratemeyer syndicate s longest running series children s novels penned pseudonym laura lee hope first 72 books published 1904 last 1979 books related adventures children middle class bobbsey family included two sets fraternal twins bert nan 12 years old flossie freddie six summary wikipedia p |
| 3834 |
3810 |
4251 |
As a Man Thinketh (version 2) |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
<p>As a Man Thinketh is a literary essay of James Allen, published in 1902. The title is influenced by a verse in the Bible from the Book of Proverbs chapter 23 verse 7, “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” The main concepts of this book as as follows:<br><br>\n\n * Men do not attract what they want, but what they are.<br>\n * A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts.<br>\n * Cherish your visions. Cherish your ideals. Cherish the music that stirs in your heart, the beauty that forms in your mind, the loveliness that drapes your purest thoughts, for out of them will grow all delightful conditions, all heavenly environment, of these, if you but remain true to them your world will at last be built.<br>\n * The soul attracts that which it secretly harbors, that which it loves, and also that which it fears. It reaches the height of its cherished aspirations. It falls to the level of its unchastened desires - and circumstances are the means by which the soul receives its own.<br>\n * Men are anxious to improve their circumstances, but are unwilling to improve themselves, they therefore remain bound.<br>\n * Every action and feeling is preceded by a thought.<br>\n * Right thinking begins with the words we say to ourselves.<br>\n * Circumstance does not make the man, it reveals him to himself.<br>\n * You cannot travel within and stand still without.<br>\n * As the physically weak man can make himself strong by careful and patient training, so the man of weak thoughts, can make them strong by exercising himself in right thinking.<br>\n(Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/as-a-man-thinketh-by-james-allen-2/ |
p as man thinketh literary essay james allen published 1902 title influenced verse bible book proverbs chapter 23 verse 7 as man thinketh heart he main concepts book follows br br men attract want are br man literally thinks character complete sum thoughts br cherish visions cherish ideals cherish music stirs heart beauty forms mind loveliness drapes purest thoughts grow delightful conditions heavenly environment these remain true world last built br soul attracts secretly harbors loves also fears reaches height cherished aspirations falls level unchastened desires circumstances means soul receives own br men anxious improve circumstances unwilling improve themselves therefore remain bound br every action feeling preceded thought br right thinking begins words say ourselves br circumstance make man reveals himself br cannot travel within stand still without br physically weak man make strong careful patient training man weak thoughts make strong exercising right thinking br introduction wikipedia p |
| 3835 |
3811 |
4252 |
Tom Playfair; or Making a Start |
Francis J. Finn |
Family, Religion, School |
<p>Tom Playfair; Or Making a Start is a book by a Roman Catholic priest, originally published in 1890, and written for youth ages 9-12.<br><br>The story opens with 10-year-old Tom Playfair being quite a handful for his well-meaning but soft-hearted aunt. (Tom's mother has died.) Mr. Playfair decides to ship his son off to St. Maure's boarding school — an all-boys academy run by Jesuits — to shape him up, as well as to help him make a good preparation for his upcoming First Communion. Tom is less than enthusiastic, but his adventures are just about to begin: life at St. Maure's will not be dull. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tom-playfair-or-making-a-start-by-francis-j-finn/ |
p tom playfair making start book roman catholic priest originally published 1890 written youth ages 9 12 br br the story opens 10 year old tom playfair quite handful well meaning soft hearted aunt tom s mother died mr playfair decides ship son st maure s boarding school all boys academy run jesuits shape up well help make good preparation upcoming first communion tom less enthusiastic adventures begin life st maure s dull introduction wikipedia p |
| 3836 |
3812 |
4253 |
Salve Deus Rex Judaeorum |
Aemilia Lanyer |
Poetry |
Aemilia Lanyer's 1611 poem is far more than a retelling of The Passion. It comprises a spirited defense of Eve (and, by extension, all women), elegant praises for her female patrons, a catalogue of virtuous women of the ancient world, and closes with the first "country house" poem written by a woman in English. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett) |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/salve-deus-rex-judaeorum-by-aemilia-lanyer/ |
aemilia lanyer s 1611 poem far retelling passion comprises spirited defense eve and extension women elegant praises female patrons catalogue virtuous women ancient world closes first country house poem written woman english summary elizabeth klett |
| 3837 |
3813 |
4254 |
Tafereelen uit Italie |
Charles Dickens |
Travel & Geography |
<P>In 1844 reisde Charles Dickens samen met zijn gezin enkele maanden naar Frankrijk en Italie waar hij Rome, Napels, Venetie en Florence bezocht. In dit reisverslag leren we Charles Dickens kennen als een matineuze wandelaar. (vrij naar Wikipedia)<BR><BR>De vertaler van deze uitgave uit 1889 is onbekend</P> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/tafereelen-uit-italie-by-charles-dickens/ |
p in 1844 reisde charles dickens samen met zijn gezin enkele maanden naar frankrijk en italie waar hij rome napels venetie en florence bezocht dit reisverslag leren charles dickens kennen als een matineuze wandelaar vrij naar wikipedia br br de vertaler van deze uitgave uit 1889 onbekend p |
| 3838 |
3880 |
4325 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 3 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In the third volume, we find stories written by English and Irish authors. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-3-by-various/ |
p in six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript third volume find stories written english irish authors summary leni p |
| 3839 |
3814 |
4255 |
Stille Kracht |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
De stille kracht (1900) is een boek van de Nederlandse schrijver Louis Couperus. Het behoort met Noodlot en Eline Vere tot zijn bekendste werken. Het centrale thema in het boek is de tegenstelling tussen Oost en West. De Nederlanders op Java zijn weliswaar militair superieur, maar komen in contact met de mysterieuze Javaanse cultuur en zaken waar ze niets van begrijpen. De "stille kracht" die de Nederlanders tegenwerkt, is een symbool voor de mysterieuze Javaanse cultuur en het onafwendbare Javaanse verzet tegen de Nederlandse overheersing, dat minder dan 50 jaar na het verschijnen van het boek zou leiden tot de onafhankelijkheid van Indonesië.<BR>Op persoonlijk niveau zijn huwelijkstrouw en familiebanden belangrijke thema's. Wat mag je verwachten van je echtgenoot, je stiefmoeder, je zoon? Wat maakt je gelukkig en in hoeverre mag je je eigen geluk nastreven ten koste van anderen? (Introductie deels van Wikipedia) </p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/de-stille-kracht-van-louis-couperus/ |
de stille kracht 1900 een boek van de nederlandse schrijver louis couperus het behoort met noodlot en eline vere tot zijn bekendste werken het centrale thema het boek de tegenstelling tussen oost en west de nederlanders op java zijn weliswaar militair superieur maar komen contact met de mysterieuze javaanse cultuur en zaken waar ze niets van begrijpen de stille kracht die de nederlanders tegenwerkt een symbool voor de mysterieuze javaanse cultuur en het onafwendbare javaanse verzet tegen de nederlandse overheersing dat minder dan 50 jaar na het verschijnen van het boek zou leiden tot de onafhankelijkheid van indonesië br op persoonlijk niveau zijn huwelijkstrouw en familiebanden belangrijke thema s wat mag je verwachten van je echtgenoot je stiefmoeder je zoon wat maakt je gelukkig en hoeverre mag je je eigen geluk nastreven ten koste van anderen introductie deels van wikipedia p |
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3815 |
4256 |
Sicilian Romance |
Ann Radcliffe |
General Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
<p>A Sicilian Romance is a Gothic novel by Ann Radcliffe. It was her second published work, and was first published anonymously in 1790. The plot concerns the turbulent history of the fallen aristocrats of the house of Mazzini, on the northern shore of Sicily, as related by a tourist who becomes intrigued by the stories of a monk he meets in the ruins of their doomed castle.</p><p>The introduction to the 'Worlds Classics' edition notes that in this novel "Ann Radcliffe began to forge the unique mixture of the psychology of terror and poetic description that would make her the great exemplar of the Gothic novel, and the idol of the Romantics". The novel explores the "cavernous landscapes and labyrinthine passages of Sicily's castles and convents to reveal the shameful secrets of its all-powerful aristocracy" (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/a-sicilian-romance-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
p a sicilian romance gothic novel ann radcliffe second published work first published anonymously 1790 plot concerns turbulent history fallen aristocrats house mazzini northern shore sicily related tourist becomes intrigued stories monk meets ruins doomed castle p p the introduction worlds classics edition notes novel ann radcliffe began forge unique mixture psychology terror poetic description would make great exemplar gothic novel idol romantics novel explores cavernous landscapes labyrinthine passages sicily s castles convents reveal shameful secrets all powerful aristocracy summary wikipedia p |
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3816 |
4258 |
Raleigh |
Edmund Gosse |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Sir Walter Raleigh's plan in 1584 for colonization in the "Colony and Dominion of Virginia" (which included the present-day states of North Carolina and Virginia) in North America ended in failure at Roanoke Island, but paved the way for subsequent colonies. The state capital of North Carolina was named in 1792 for Sir Walter Raleigh, sponsor of the Colony of Roanoke. Gosse’s biography was the first attempt to portray his personal career apart from the general history of his time. At the time of original publication Edmund Gosse was Clark Lecturer in English Literature at Trinity College, Cambridge. (Introduction by Wikipedia and Eugene Smith.)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/raleigh-by-edmund-gosse/ |
p sir walter raleigh s plan 1584 colonization colony dominion virginia which included present day states north carolina virginia north america ended failure roanoke island paved way subsequent colonies state capital north carolina named 1792 sir walter raleigh sponsor colony roanoke gosse s biography first attempt portray personal career apart general history time time original publication edmund gosse clark lecturer english literature trinity college cambridge introduction wikipedia eugene smith p |
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3817 |
4260 |
Viking Tales |
Jennie Hall |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Viking tales are tales from Iceland, featuring the king Halfdan and his son Harald. (Summary by Nadine)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/viking-tales-by-jennie-hall/ |
p viking tales tales iceland featuring king halfdan son harald summary nadine p |
| 3843 |
3818 |
4262 |
On Interpretation |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Education |
<p>Aristotle's On Interpretation (Greek Περὶ Ἑρμηνείας or Peri Hermeneias) or De Interpretatione (the Latin title) is the second of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon. On Interpretation is one of the earliest surviving philosophical works in the Western tradition to deal with the relationship between language and logic in a comprehensive, explicit, and formal way. The work begins by analyzing simple categoric propositions, and draws a series of basic conclusions on the routine issues of classifying and defining basic linguistic forms, such as simple terms and propositions, nouns and verbs, negation, the quantity of simple propositions (primitive roots of the quantifiers in modern symbolic logic), investigations on the excluded middle (what to Aristotle isn't applicable to future tense propositions — the Problem of future contingents), and on modal propositions. The first five chapters deal with the terms that form propositions. Chapters 6 and 7 deal with the relationship between affirmative, negative, universal and particular propositions. These relationships are the basis of the well-known Square of opposition. The distinction between universal and particular propositions is the basis of modern quantification theory. The last three chapters deal with modalities. Chapter 9 is famous for the discussion of the sea-battle. (If it is true that there will be a sea-battle tomorrow, then it is true today that there will be a sea-battle. Thus a sea-battle is apparently unavoidable, and thus necessary). (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/on-interpretation-by-aristotle/ |
p aristotle s interpretation greek περὶ ἑρμηνείας peri hermeneias de interpretatione the latin title second aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon interpretation one earliest surviving philosophical works western tradition deal relationship language logic comprehensive explicit formal way work begins analyzing simple categoric propositions draws series basic conclusions routine issues classifying defining basic linguistic forms simple terms propositions nouns verbs negation quantity simple propositions primitive roots quantifiers modern symbolic logic investigations excluded middle what aristotle applicable future tense propositions problem future contingents modal propositions first five chapters deal terms form propositions chapters 6 7 deal relationship affirmative negative universal particular propositions relationships basis well known square opposition distinction universal particular propositions basis modern quantification theory last three chapters deal modalities chapter 9 famous discussion sea battle if true sea battle tomorrow true today sea battle thus sea battle apparently unavoidable thus necessary adapted wikipedia p |
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3826 |
4270 |
Scrap Book (volume 1) Sampler |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
18 works -- two non-fic articles & one short fiction or poetry each -- from issues March, April, May, June, July, & August 1906 of The Scrap Book, Volume 1, edited by Frank Munsey. As he states in the editorial of the April 1906 issue (Vol 1, Iss 2) this was a sort of supplement to the editor's popular monthly, Munsey's Magazine http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Munsey's_Magazine. The Scrap Book is very like an American version of Punch with many short, often humorous articles interspersed with at least one short story, some poetry, and several longer non-fic pieces. The Scrap Book ran up to 1912.(Summary by BellonaTimes) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-scrap-book-volume-1-sampler-by-various/ |
18 works two non fic articles one short fiction poetry issues march april may june july august 1906 scrap book volume 1 edited frank munsey states editorial april 1906 issue vol 1 iss 2 sort supplement editor s popular monthly munsey s magazine http en wikipedia org wiki munsey s_magazine scrap book like american version punch many short often humorous articles interspersed least one short story poetry several longer non fic pieces scrap book ran 1912 summary bellonatimes |
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3819 |
4263 |
Chimes From A Jester’s Bells |
Robert Jones Burdette |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Part I. The Story of Rollo; Mr. Holliday knows all there is to know about raising children, or at least he thinks he does. His attempts to train his son, Rollo, "in the way he should go," are well-meant, but hilariously unsuccessful--or are they? I believe this is a sort of spoof of the “Rollo” series for children, that was written by Jacob Abbot in the mid 19th century. The characters have the same names and the chapters have a little Q&A at the end like the Abbot books, except these are definitely tongue-in-cheek. These Rollo stories use humor (and a bit of pathos) to teach plain home truths to parents, rather than children.</p>\n\nPart II. Stories and Sketches; It is difficult to give this part a better description than the title implies. It is an assortment of short works. Some are humorous, some thought-provoking, some have a bit of both, and some are, I think, just a tad demented (but in a good way.)\n\n(Introduction by Debra Lynn)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/chimes-from-a-jesters-bells-by-robert-j-burdette/ |
p part i story rollo mr holliday knows know raising children least thinks does attempts train son rollo in way go well meant hilariously unsuccessful or they believe sort spoof rollo series children written jacob abbot mid 19th century characters names chapters little q a end like abbot books except definitely tongue in cheek rollo stories use humor and bit pathos teach plain home truths parents rather children p part ii stories sketches difficult give part better description title implies assortment short works humorous thought provoking bit both are think tad demented but good way introduction debra lynn p |
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3820 |
4264 |
Toys |
Coventry Patmore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Toys by Coventry Patmore. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 25th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-toys-by-coventry-patmore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings toys coventry patmore fortnightly poetry project april 25th 2010 p |
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3821 |
4265 |
Going down Hill on a Bicycle |
Henry Charles Beeching |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox volunteers offer you 9 different recordings of <i>Going down Hill on a Bicycle</i> by Henry Charles Beeching. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of April 25th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/going-down-hill-on-a-bicycle-by-henry-charles-beeching/ |
p librivox volunteers offer 9 different recordings i going hill bicycle i henry charles beeching weekly poetry project week april 25th 2010 p |
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3822 |
4266 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 023 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-023-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
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3823 |
4267 |
Gevleugelde Daden |
Herman Heijermans, Jr. |
General Fiction |
Het boek Gevleugelde Daden van Herman Heijermans Jr. werd uitgegeven in 1911 (sommige bronnen zeggen 1908) onder het pseudoniem Samuel Falkland. Het boek heeft als ondertitel: 'Avonturen der eerste Hollandsche luchtschippers' en doet in stijl een weinig denken aan Jules Verne die een tijdgenoot van Heijermans was. Alleen maakt Heijermans van zijn verhaal een komedie.</p> |
Dutch |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/gevleugelde-daden-by-herman-heijermans-jr-samuel-falkland/ |
het boek gevleugelde daden van herman heijermans jr werd uitgegeven 1911 sommige bronnen zeggen 1908 onder het pseudoniem samuel falkland het boek heeft als ondertitel avonturen der eerste hollandsche luchtschippers en doet stijl een weinig denken aan jules verne die een tijdgenoot van heijermans was alleen maakt heijermans van zijn verhaal een komedie p |
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3824 |
4268 |
Under the Andes |
Rex Stout |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<i>Under the Andes</i> was written by Rex Stout years before his creation of the immensely popular Nero Wolfe series of novels, and while perhaps his future writing style is still blossoming, certainly his knack for weaving a fantastic tale of mystery and adventure will have most readers anxious for the next phase of adventure at every turn.\n\nThe story finds two brothers and a pretty female companion on a journey which eventually takes them to a series of underground caves <i>under the Andes</i> of South America, where they encounter a lost tribe of Incas who have apparently survived hundreds of years oblivious of the outside world. The apparent 'king' of the tribe has become infatuated with the fair-skinned female intruder of the group and, well, suffice it to say there's a lot of action, attempted escapes, heroism, and peculiar interactions between all, reminiscent of H. Rider Haggard with a touch of Edgar Rice Burroughs. (Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-andes-by-rex-stout/ |
i under andes i written rex stout years creation immensely popular nero wolfe series novels perhaps future writing style still blossoming certainly knack weaving fantastic tale mystery adventure readers anxious next phase adventure every turn story finds two brothers pretty female companion journey eventually takes series underground caves i under andes i south america encounter lost tribe incas apparently survived hundreds years oblivious outside world apparent king tribe become infatuated fair skinned female intruder group and well suffice say there s lot action attempted escapes heroism peculiar interactions all reminiscent h rider haggard touch edgar rice burroughs summary roger melin p |
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3825 |
4269 |
British Highways And Byways From A Motor Car |
Thomas Dowler Murphy |
Travel & Geography |
<br />In this chronicle of a summer's motoring in Britain I have not attempted a guide-book in any sense, yet the maps, together with the comments on highways, towns, and country, should be of some value even in that capacity. I hope, however, that the book, with its many illustrations and its record of visits to out-of-the way places, may be acceptable to those who may desire to tour Britain by rail or cycle as well as by motor car. Nor may it be entirely uninteresting to those who may not expect to visit the country in person but desire to learn more of it and its people. (Introduction by Thomas Dowler Murphy)<br /><br /> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/british-highways-and-byways-from-a-motor-car-by-thomas-dowler-murphy/ |
br in chronicle summer s motoring britain attempted guide book sense yet maps together comments highways towns country value even capacity hope however book many illustrations record visits out of the way places may acceptable may desire tour britain rail cycle well motor car may entirely uninteresting may expect visit country person desire learn people introduction thomas dowler murphy br br |
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3827 |
4271 |
Tempest and Sunshine |
Mary Jane Holmes |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
Tempest and Sunshine is the first book written by Mary Jane Holmes. Set in the pre-Civil War south, it follows the struggles and romances of two sisters, as different as night and day; blonde Fanny and dark haired Julia. (Introduction by jedopi)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/tempest-and-sunshine-by-mary-jane-holmes/ |
tempest sunshine first book written mary jane holmes set pre civil war south follows struggles romances two sisters different night day blonde fanny dark haired julia introduction jedopi p |
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3828 |
4272 |
Club da Má Língua |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p>O nome do autor é ocasionalmente grafado como Dostoievsky – foi um escritor russo, considerado um dos maiores romancistas da literatura russa e um dos mais inovadores artistas de todos os tempos.<br><br>Nesta obra, que lembra uma peça de teatro, é feita uma sátira à hipocrisia das relações sociais na "sociedade" de Mordassov, e às personagens dessa sociedade que se baseiam em intrigas e mentiras para sustentar o seu nível social.<br><br>Publicada em português em 1908. (Resumo adaptado da Wikipédia por Vicente)</p> |
Portuguese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/um-club-da-ma-lingua-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p o nome autor é ocasionalmente grafado como dostoievsky foi um escritor russo considerado um dos maiores romancistas da literatura russa e um dos mais inovadores artistas de todos os tempos br br nesta obra que lembra uma peça de teatro é feita uma sátira à hipocrisia das relações sociais na sociedade de mordassov e às personagens dessa sociedade que se baseiam em intrigas e mentiras para sustentar seu nível social br br publicada em português em 1908 resumo adaptado da wikipédia por vicente p |
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3829 |
4273 |
Conquest Over Time |
Michael Shaara |
Science Fiction |
<p>Pat Travis, a spacer renowned for his luck, is suddenly quite out of it. His job is to beat his competitors to sign newly-Contacted human races to commercial contracts...</p>\n\nBut what can he do when he finds he's on a planet that consults astrology for literally every major decision - and he has arrived on one of the worst-aspected days in history?</p>\n\nMichael Shaara, later to write the Pulitzer-winning novel "The Killer Angels", wrote this story for Fantastic Universe in 1956. (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/conquest-over-time-by-michael-shaara/ |
p pat travis spacer renowned luck suddenly quite it job beat competitors sign newly contacted human races commercial contracts p finds he s planet consults astrology literally every major decision arrived one worst aspected days history p michael shaara later write pulitzer winning novel the killer angels wrote story fantastic universe 1956 summary mark f smith p |
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3830 |
4274 |
Treaty with China |
Mark Twain |
*Non-fiction, History |
"A good candidate for 'the most under-appreciated work by Mark Twain' would be 'The Treaty With China,' which he published in the New York Tribune in 1868. This piece, which is an early statement of Twain's opposition to imperialism and which conveys his vision of how the U.S. ought to behave on the global stage, has not been reprinted since its original publication until now." (the online, open-access "Journal of Transnational American Studies" published it in the spring, 2010). (Introduction by Shelley Fisher Fishkin, Twain scholar and Director of American Studies at Stanford University, used by permission) <br />(Transcription by Martin Zehr for the Journal of Transnational American Studies, American Cultures and Global Contexts Center, UC Santa Barbara - http://escholarship.org/uc/acgcc_jtas)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-treaty-with-china-by-mark-twain/ |
a good candidate the under appreciated work mark twain would the treaty china published new york tribune 1868 piece early statement twain s opposition imperialism conveys vision u s ought behave global stage reprinted since original publication now the online open access journal transnational american studies published spring 2010 introduction shelley fisher fishkin twain scholar director american studies stanford university used permission br transcription martin zehr journal transnational american studies american cultures global contexts center uc santa barbara http escholarship org uc acgcc_jtas p |
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3831 |
4275 |
Variable Man |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
<p>Predictability has come a long way. The computers of the future can tell you if you’re going to win a war before you fire a shot. Unfortunately they’re predicting perpetual standoff between the Terran and Centaurian Empires. What they need is something unpredictable, what they get is Thomas Cole, a man from the past accidently dragged forward in time. Will he fit their calculations, or is he the random variable that can break the stalemate? – The Variable Man first appeared in the September, 1953 issue of Space Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/the-variable-man-by-philip-k-dick/ |
p predictability come long way computers future tell you re going win war fire shot unfortunately they re predicting perpetual standoff terran centaurian empires need something unpredictable get thomas cole man past accidently dragged forward time fit calculations random variable break stalemate variable man first appeared september 1953 issue space science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
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3832 |
4276 |
Wife of the Secretary of State |
Ella Middleton Tybout |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
In this political thriller set at the turn of the 20th century, several lives, both of Washington insiders and those on the periphery, intersect over the issue of some stolen diplomatic papers. And what hidden secrets bind Mrs. Redmond, the wife of the Secretary of State, to the unscrupulous Count Valdmir, the Russian ambassador? Politics, power, and intrigue combine in this novel, first published in 1905. (Summary by Nullifidian)<br/><br/>Book coordinated by Nullifidian & M Z Spark.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-wife-of-the-secretary-of-state-by-ella-middleton-tybout/ |
political thriller set turn 20th century several lives washington insiders periphery intersect issue stolen diplomatic papers hidden secrets bind mrs redmond wife secretary state unscrupulous count valdmir russian ambassador politics power intrigue combine novel first published 1905 summary nullifidian br br book coordinated nullifidian z spark p |
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3833 |
4277 |
Living on Half a Dime a Day |
Sarah Elizabeth Harper Monmouth |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>How to live on 5 cents a day! How to survive financial ruin without losing your house! How to keep to a bare bones budget and still have money left over to buy books! Tough questions! They were tough questions even in the 1870’s, when Sarah Elizabeth Harper Monmouth penned her quirky memoir, the subtitle of which was “How a Lady, Having Lost a Sufficient Income from Government Bonds by Misplaced Confidence, Reduced to a Little Homestead Whose Entire Income is But $40.00 per Annum, Resolved to Hold It, Incurring no Debts and Live Within it. How She has Lived for Three Years and Still Lives on Half a Dime a Day.” Sarah Elizabeth (‘Lizzie‘) Monmouth, born in 1829, was a Civil War widow, living on a run-down small farm in New Hampshire, when her investments imploded. She awoke one morning to find herself poor--an old roof above her, “dearer than life,” but “not a dollar of money left.” For months she was “paralyzed with cold, clammy terror . . . stunned and knew not what to do.” Then her “mind stepped to the front with a bold standard displayed.” She said to herself “Understand, once for all, that I rule and make your plans accordingly.” She devised (and stuck to) a YEARLY budget, which consisted of $17 for food, $13 for fuel, and $10 for reading! How she managed this makes sometimes harrowing, sometimes amazing, and always fascinating reading. Food: “a pound of oatmeal cooked on Monday would serve for a dessert through the week.” Shoes: “I took the soles of worn-out rubbers, lined them with flannel, and laced them on my feet as sandals.” Books and magazines were the sole exceptions to her parsimony. “My mind . . . is the humored child. Reading is my salvation from total wreck . . . My one solace and relief in darkest time.” In very cold spells, she would save firewood by crawling into bed with mittens on her hands to “read a while, and when the room became too cold for this, cover all up and think over what I had read. This saved me in a degree from enervating myself further by fruitless poring over poverty and privations.” Lizzie Monmouth’s tale will make you stop and count your blessings... <br><br>How Lizzie Monmouth surmounted her poverty is an equally fascinating tale. She had an artistic bent and a knack for creating folk art from found materials. Working primarily with donated wallpaper sample books and tissue paper, she filled her home and a nearby church with floral garlands and elaborate paper mosaics featuring homilies and bible sayings. Visitors started coming to see her decorations, which an 1879 correspondent to the New York Times said “produce an effect strange, curious, and wonderfully artistic and beautiful.” Lizzie began charging for home tours and selling picture postcards and pamphlets. The enterprising Mrs. Monmouth said of her new livelihood: “I have honestly endeavored to get a ‘show’ worth a dime.” (Summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>The reader thanks the volunteer staff of the New Hampshire Historical Society for help in researching Lizzie Monmouth’s life.</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/living-on-half-a-dime-a-day-by-sarah-elizabeth-harper-monmouth/ |
p how live 5 cents day survive financial ruin without losing house keep bare bones budget still money left buy books tough questions tough questions even 1870 s sarah elizabeth harper monmouth penned quirky memoir subtitle how lady lost sufficient income government bonds misplaced confidence reduced little homestead whose entire income 40 00 per annum resolved hold it incurring debts live within it lived three years still lives half dime day sarah elizabeth lizzie monmouth born 1829 civil war widow living run down small farm new hampshire investments imploded awoke one morning find poor an old roof her dearer life not dollar money left months paralyzed cold clammy terror stunned knew do mind stepped front bold standard displayed said understand all rule make plans accordingly devised and stuck to yearly budget consisted 17 food 13 fuel 10 reading managed makes sometimes harrowing sometimes amazing always fascinating reading food a pound oatmeal cooked monday would serve dessert week shoes i took soles worn out rubbers lined flannel laced feet sandals books magazines sole exceptions parsimony my mind humored child reading salvation total wreck one solace relief darkest time cold spells would save firewood crawling bed mittens hands read while room became cold this cover think read saved degree enervating fruitless poring poverty privations lizzie monmouth s tale make stop count blessings br br how lizzie monmouth surmounted poverty equally fascinating tale artistic bent knack creating folk art found materials working primarily donated wallpaper sample books tissue paper filled home nearby church floral garlands elaborate paper mosaics featuring homilies bible sayings visitors started coming see decorations 1879 correspondent new york times said produce effect strange curious wonderfully artistic beautiful lizzie began charging home tours selling picture postcards pamphlets enterprising mrs monmouth said new livelihood i honestly endeavored get show worth dime summary sue anderson br br the reader thanks volunteer staff new hampshire historical society help researching lizzie monmouth s life p |
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3834 |
4278 |
Fighting France, from Dunkerque to Belfort |
Edith Wharton |
Essays & Short Works, Modern (20th C) |
<p>American novelist Edith Wharton was living in Paris when World War I broke out in 1914. She obtained permission to visit sites behind the lines, including hospitals, ravaged villages, and trenches. Fighting France records her travels along the front in 1914 and 1915, and celebrates the indomitable spirit of the French people. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fighting-france-from-dunkerque-to-belfort-by-edith-wharton/ |
p american novelist edith wharton living paris world war broke 1914 obtained permission visit sites behind lines including hospitals ravaged villages trenches fighting france records travels along front 1914 1915 celebrates indomitable spirit french people summary elizabeth klett p |
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3835 |
4279 |
Little Bush Maid |
Mary Grant Bruce |
Children's Fiction |
<p>An Australian childrens' classic about life on a ranch around the same time of A Little Florida Lady, with a similarly plucky tomboy heroine. Also, like the latter story, expect some racial stereotyping of Asian and Aboriginal characters. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-bush-maid-by-mary-grant-bruce/ |
p an australian childrens classic life ranch around time little florida lady similarly plucky tomboy heroine also like latter story expect racial stereotyping asian aboriginal characters summary bellonatimes p |
| 3861 |
3836 |
4280 |
Bible (Fenton) NT 04, 23, 01, 02: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: John, 1 John, Matthew, Mark |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
<p>The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke.<br><br>Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman called Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-in-modern-english-nt-john-1john-matthew-mark-by-ferrar-fenton/ |
p the ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke br br work translation began 1853 london businessman called ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order translation new testament based greek text westcott hort introduction wikipedia p |
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3837 |
4281 |
There Will Come Soft Rains |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox volunteers offer you 28 different recordings of <i>There Will Come Soft Rains</i> by Sara Teasdale. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 2nd, 2010.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/there-will-come-soft-rains-by-sara-teasdale/ |
p librivox volunteers offer 28 different recordings i there come soft rains i sara teasdale weekly poetry project week may 2nd 2010 p |
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3838 |
4282 |
Doctor Thorne |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
<p>Doctor Thorne is the third of Trollope's Barsetshire novels, and unlike some of the others, has little to do with the politics and personalities of the Church of England, or politics on the national level (though there is lots of politicking in the mythical county of Barsetshire itself). The plot revolves around the illegitimate Mary Thorne, who has been lovingly raised by her uncle, a country doctor, and who, as she comes of age, finds herself wondering whether she is a lady (in the county sense of the term). Frank Gresham, son of the squire of Greshamsbury, is in love with her (much against the wishes of his noble de Courcy relatives at the Castle), but she dismisses his affection at first as mere puppy love, thereby setting the scene for a series of entanglements, social, romantic, and of course, financial and propertied (never far from the action in Trollope's works). Their resolution, of course, makes up the meat of the novel. One critic has remarked that in Doctor Thorne Trollope succeeds in one of the most difficult tasks an author of fiction can face: how to make genuinely good people genuinely interesting, so that they engage not only the sympathies but also the interest of readers. (Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p doctor thorne third trollope s barsetshire novels unlike others little politics personalities church england politics national level though lots politicking mythical county barsetshire itself plot revolves around illegitimate mary thorne lovingly raised uncle country doctor who comes age finds wondering whether lady in county sense term frank gresham son squire greshamsbury love much wishes noble de courcy relatives castle dismisses affection first mere puppy love thereby setting scene series entanglements social romantic course financial propertied never far action trollope s works resolution course makes meat novel one critic remarked doctor thorne trollope succeeds one difficult tasks author fiction face make genuinely good people genuinely interesting engage sympathies also interest readers introduction nicholas clifford p |
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3839 |
4283 |
LibriVox Language Learning Collection Vol. 002 |
Various |
Language learning |
This collection is part of an initiative to create a language learning resource at LibriVox. The LibriVox Language Learning Collections contain readings from various language learning books, grammars, primers, phrasebooks, dictionaries, readers and even other works which contain information on various languages, recount experiences of language learning and encountering new languages or provide guides for correct pronunciation, writing or discourse in a language. These works could describe English or any other language whatsoever, from Latin to Sumerian, Chinese to Wampanoag, Esperanto to Swahili (etc.). <br>\n<br>\nThis volume includes "The Aural System" by Charles Hardy, the first and second lessons from "New First Spanish Book" by James H. Worman, three sections from "First Steps in Anglo-Saxon", Lessons II to IV from "A Practical Grammar of the Latin Language" by George J. Adler, Lessons 1 to 3 from "New Method of Learning the French Language" by Jean Gustave Keetels, the Grammar and Conversation sections from "Egyptian Self-Taught" by Carl Albert Thimm, "Double English" by Dr. Gerald Nolst Trenité, the Introduction and Chapters 1 and 2 from "Slips of Speech" by John H. Bechtel, "Greek Lessons: 11 - 20" by W. H. Morris, "Beginning Latin: Lesson 2" by John Edmund Barrs, Sentence Construction from "A Primer of Persian" by G.S.A. Ranking and Lessons 20 - 25 from "A Practical Arabic Course" by E. Nématallah & E. Chevalley.<br> (Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-language-learning-collection-vol-002-by-various/ |
collection part initiative create language learning resource librivox librivox language learning collections contain readings various language learning books grammars primers phrasebooks dictionaries readers even works contain information various languages recount experiences language learning encountering new languages provide guides correct pronunciation writing discourse language works could describe english language whatsoever latin sumerian chinese wampanoag esperanto swahili etc br br volume includes the aural system charles hardy first second lessons new first spanish book james h worman three sections first steps anglo saxon lessons ii iv a practical grammar latin language george j adler lessons 1 3 new method learning french language jean gustave keetels grammar conversation sections egyptian self taught carl albert thimm double english dr gerald nolst trenité introduction chapters 1 2 slips speech john h bechtel greek lessons 11 20 w h morris beginning latin lesson 2 john edmund barrs sentence construction a primer persian g s a ranking lessons 20 25 a practical arabic course e nématallah e chevalley br summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
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3840 |
4284 |
Robinson Crusoe (version 2) |
Daniel Defoe |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Shipwrecked and castaway, Daniel DeFoe’s hard-luck character is still the standard for “growing where you’re planted.” Captured by pirates, he makes his break in a small boat and undergoes desperate adventures before winning his way back to civilization. But Crusoe proves willing to chance his luck a second time when, after sweating his way to prosperity as a planter in Brazil, he undertakes a voyage that isn’t needful… and is marooned on a small island off South America.<br><br>Crusoe shows the value of single-minded labor as he pursues ways to feed, shelter, and clothe himself. His ardent wish is to escape his island – why is it that the only people who come there are cannibals? But he spends more than two decades in isolation before acquiring a sidekick – the man Friday you’ve probably heard of. And who would guess his way to salvation would depend on leading a last-ditch fight against a shipful of mutineers?<br><br>For other castaway stories inspired by “Robinson Crusoe”, listen to “The Swiss Family Robinson” (http://snipurl.com/swiss_family) and “The Mysterious Island” (http://snipurl.com/mysterious_island). (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1719 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoe-by-daniel-defoe-2/ |
p shipwrecked castaway daniel defoe s hard luck character still standard growing you re planted captured pirates makes break small boat undergoes desperate adventures winning way back civilization crusoe proves willing chance luck second time when sweating way prosperity planter brazil undertakes voyage isn t needful marooned small island south america br br crusoe shows value single minded labor pursues ways feed shelter clothe himself ardent wish escape island people come cannibals spends two decades isolation acquiring sidekick man friday you ve probably heard of would guess way salvation would depend leading last ditch fight shipful mutineers br br for castaway stories inspired robinson crusoe listen the swiss family robinson http snipurl com swiss_family the mysterious island http snipurl com mysterious_island summary mark f smith p |
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3841 |
4285 |
Everybody's Lonesome |
Clara E. Laughlin |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Twenty-year-old Mary Alice is bored with her home life and envious of the beautiful, poised, popular girls she sees at parties. At her mother's advice, she reluctantly visits her Godmother in New York, who teaches Mary Alice a little homemade "magic" and the one great Secret that will put her at ease with other people. How can Mary Alice learn to use these gifts to bring happiness into her own life and other lives? Although this charming novelette is subtitled "A True Fairy Story," it reveals that most of the "magic" in life can be found within ourselves. (Introduction by Jan MacGillivray)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/everybodys-lonesome-by-clara-e-laughlin/ |
p twenty year old mary alice bored home life envious beautiful poised popular girls sees parties mother s advice reluctantly visits godmother new york teaches mary alice little homemade magic one great secret put ease people mary alice learn use gifts bring happiness life lives although charming novelette subtitled a true fairy story reveals magic life found within ourselves introduction jan macgillivray p |
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3842 |
4286 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 037 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-037/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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3844 |
4288 |
Lays of Ancient Rome |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Narratives |
<p>\nThe Lays of Ancient Rome comprise four narrative poems comprised by Lord Thomas Babington Macaulay: recalling popular episodes from Roman historical-legends that were strongly moral in tone: exemplifying Roman virtue against Latine perfidy.</p>\n\nThe four poems are:</p>\n\n- Horatius - Horatius and two companions seek to hold back a large invading Etruscan force at the far end of a bridge over the Tiber River. The trio are willing to lay down their lives so as to prevent the Etruscans crossing and sacking the otherwise ill-defended Rome: it is a desperate gamble to buy enough time for the Romans to destroy the bridge in advance of the hostile army. But will their efforts succeed?</p>\n\n- The Battle of Lake Regillus - The Romans take arms against the powerful Latine league headed by the expelled Tarquin nobles. The fighting is desperate and bloody: the event is decided only after the arrival upon the battlefield of the twin gods Castor and Pollux.</p>\n\n- Virginia - Virginia is the daughter of Virginius - a poor, honest Roman farmer-citizen. In former years Virginius enlisted as a legionary and shed his blood to fight Rome's enemies: now Virginius - like other Romans of the humbler sort - suffer the usurious exactions of noblemen like the wicked Appius Claudius. Appius Claudius uses spurious legal means to take possession of Virginia as his "runaway slave": action guaranteed to succeed given the incumbent corrupt magistracy. So what can Virginius do? To what extremes is the father forced to protect his only child?</p>\n\n- The Prophecy of Capys - Romulus and Remus return triumphant to the home of their grandfather Capys. When they arrive, Capys - blind and well advanced in years - is seized by a prophetic frenzy: Capys declaims a series of portents describing the future battles and victories destined as the lot of Romulus' descendants.</p>\n\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p>\n |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/the-lays-of-ancient-rome-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
p lays ancient rome comprise four narrative poems comprised lord thomas babington macaulay recalling popular episodes roman historical legends strongly moral tone exemplifying roman virtue latine perfidy p four poems are p horatius horatius two companions seek hold back large invading etruscan force far end bridge tiber river trio willing lay lives prevent etruscans crossing sacking otherwise ill defended rome desperate gamble buy enough time romans destroy bridge advance hostile army efforts succeed p battle lake regillus romans take arms powerful latine league headed expelled tarquin nobles fighting desperate bloody event decided arrival upon battlefield twin gods castor pollux p virginia virginia daughter virginius poor honest roman farmer citizen former years virginius enlisted legionary shed blood fight rome s enemies virginius like romans humbler sort suffer usurious exactions noblemen like wicked appius claudius appius claudius uses spurious legal means take possession virginia runaway slave action guaranteed succeed given incumbent corrupt magistracy virginius do extremes father forced protect child p prophecy capys romulus remus return triumphant home grandfather capys arrive capys blind well advanced years seized prophetic frenzy capys declaims series portents describing future battles victories destined lot romulus descendants p introduction godsend p |
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3845 |
4289 |
Creditors |
August Strindberg |
Comedy, Tragedy |
<p>Creditors is a tragicomedy by August Strindberg that plumbs the depths of the twisted triangular relationship between Tekla, her husband Adolph, and her ex-husband Gustav. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Tekla: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Adolph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Gustav: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/><br/> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/creditors-by-august-strindberg/ |
p creditors tragicomedy august strindberg plumbs depths twisted triangular relationship tekla husband adolph ex husband gustav summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p tekla a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br adolph a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br gustav a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
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3846 |
4290 |
To Have And To Hold |
Mary Johnston |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>When I first started reading this book, I thought it to be a historical romance novel. As I read further, I pondered whether it might be a sea-faring story. Reading still further, I determined it to be an adventure story. Alas, it is all three. To Have And To Hold, written by Mary Johnston was the bestselling novel of 1900. The story takes place in colonial Jamestown during the 1600<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/to-have-and-to-hold-by-mary-johnston/ |
p when first started reading book thought historical romance novel read further pondered whether might sea faring story reading still further determined adventure story alas three hold written mary johnston bestselling novel 1900 story takes place colonial jamestown 1600 p |
| 3871 |
3847 |
4291 |
Love's Labour's Lost |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<p>Love's Labour's Lost is an early comedy by William Shakespeare. The King of Navarre and his three friends take a vow of study and seclusion for three years, during which they are forbidden to see or speak to women. Their vows are immediately tested by the arrival of the Pricess of France and her three ladies to the King's court. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Biron: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Boyet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br>Costard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5123">John D. Nugent</a><br>Don Adriano de Armado: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Dull:<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Dumain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Ferdinand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367">Vicente Costa Filho</a><br>Forester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br>Holofernes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Jaquenetta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4263">Chelsea Baker</a><br>Katharine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Longaville: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Maria: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mercade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br>Moth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>Princess of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Rosaline: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Sir Nathaniel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5333">Robert Fletcher</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5174">Dawn Krosnowski Malicsi</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1598 |
https://librivox.org/loves-labours-lost-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p love s labour s lost early comedy william shakespeare king navarre three friends take vow study seclusion three years forbidden see speak women vows immediately tested arrival pricess france three ladies king s court summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p biron a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br boyet a href http librivox org reader 2149 mark penfold a br costard a href http librivox org reader 5123 john d nugent a br don adriano de armado a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br dull a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br dumain a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br ferdinand a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br first lord a href http librivox org reader 4367 vicente costa filho a br forester a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br holofernes a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br jaquenetta a href http librivox org reader 4263 chelsea baker a br katharine a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br longaville a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br maria a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mercade a href http librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a br moth a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br princess france a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br rosaline a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br sir nathaniel a href http librivox org reader 5333 robert fletcher a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5174 dawn krosnowski malicsi a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 3872 |
3848 |
4292 |
Oakdale Affair |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Jack London / H.H. Knibbs-inspired, selfless, poetry-spouting, hobo character, Bridge, makes another appearance in the novellete, The Oakdale Affair (original title, Bridge and the Oskalooska Kid). Joining the poetic hobo in this gothic-like tale are many other unusual elements: dark mysterious nights, a deserted haunted farmhouse, a violent thunderstorm, the Oskalooska Kid, a nameless girl, thieves and murderers, Beppo the bear, and other surprises.<br><br>The Oakdale Affair is a deep mystery and would puzzle even Sherlock Holmes. (Introduction by Ralph Snelson)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-oakdale-affair-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p edgar rice burroughs jack london h h knibbs inspired selfless poetry spouting hobo character bridge makes another appearance novellete oakdale affair original title bridge oskalooska kid joining poetic hobo gothic like tale many unusual elements dark mysterious nights deserted haunted farmhouse violent thunderstorm oskalooska kid nameless girl thieves murderers beppo bear surprises br br the oakdale affair deep mystery would puzzle even sherlock holmes introduction ralph snelson p |
| 3873 |
3849 |
4293 |
Spirit of the Border |
Zane Grey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>This is an early novel by the phenomenally successful author of frontier, western and sports stories. It deals with historical characters and incidents in the Ohio Valley in the late 18th century, especially with the foundation of Gnaddenhutten, a missionary village intended to bring Christianity to the Indians of Ohio, despite the violent opposition of both Indians and white renegades. This turbulent adventure romance features the heroics of a semi-legendary frontiersman, Lewis Wetzel, who attempts to protect the settlers from hostile Native Americans and the vicious white outlaws the Girty brothers. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-the-border-by-zane-grey/ |
p this early novel phenomenally successful author frontier western sports stories deals historical characters incidents ohio valley late 18th century especially foundation gnaddenhutten missionary village intended bring christianity indians ohio despite violent opposition indians white renegades turbulent adventure romance features heroics semi legendary frontiersman lewis wetzel attempts protect settlers hostile native americans vicious white outlaws girty brothers introduction leonard wilson p |
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6360 |
6933 |
Song of the Soldiers' Wives |
Thomas Hardy |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas Hardy is regarded as one of the best English novelists. His novels are heartbreaking, unconventional, sad and lyrical. He also wrote many poems. This is one of the best. This is the weekly poem for the week starting at 5 August 2012. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-the-soldiers-wives-by-thomas-hardy/ |
thomas hardy regarded one best english novelists novels heartbreaking unconventional sad lyrical also wrote many poems one best weekly poem week starting 5 august 2012 summary stav nisser p |
| 3875 |
3850 |
4294 |
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Sherlock Holmes, a fictional character of the late 19th and early 20th century created by Scottish author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is a brilliant London-based "consulting detective" famous for his intellectual prowess and renowned for his enormous scope of observation, his astute logical reasoning and forensic science skills in solving difficult crimes. The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of Sherlock Holmes mysteries, including The Final Problem in which Holmes confronts his arch-nemesis Professor Moriarty, originally published in 1894, which are preceded by The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and followed by The Hound of the Baskervilles. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-sherlock-holmes-version-2-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
p sherlock holmes fictional character late 19th early 20th century created scottish author physician sir arthur conan doyle brilliant london based consulting detective famous intellectual prowess renowned enormous scope observation astute logical reasoning forensic science skills solving difficult crimes memoirs sherlock holmes collection sherlock holmes mysteries including final problem holmes confronts arch nemesis professor moriarty originally published 1894 preceded adventures sherlock holmes followed hound baskervilles adapted wikipedia p |
| 3876 |
3851 |
4295 |
Calumet “K” |
Samuel Merwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p>"A novel, with several elements of rather unusual interest. As a tale, it is swift, simple, and absorbing, and one does not willingly put it down until it is finished. It has to do with grain-elevator business, with railways, strikes, and commercial and financial matters generally, woven skilfully into a human story of love." --<i>The Commercial Advertiser</i></p><p>"'Calumet "K"' is a novel that is exciting and absorbing, but not the least bit sensational. It is the story of a rush.... The book is an unusually good story; one that shows the inner workings of the labor union, and portrays men who are the bone and sinew of the earth."--<i>The Toledo Blade</i>. </p><p>"The heroine in this case is the hero's stenographer; but the action of the story grows out of the attempt of rival capitalists and grain men to balk the building of a grain elevator by a set date." --<i>The Burlington Free Press</i></p><p>(Excerpts from the advertising material at the end of "<a href="http://librivox.org/the-merry-anne-by-samuel-merwin/">The Merry Anne</a>" by Samuel Merwin)</p>\n<p><i>Note: This book contains racial comments that may be offensive to modern listeners.</i></p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/calumet-k/ |
p a novel several elements rather unusual interest tale swift simple absorbing one willingly put finished grain elevator business railways strikes commercial financial matters generally woven skilfully human story love i the commercial advertiser i p p calumet k novel exciting absorbing least bit sensational story rush book unusually good story one shows inner workings labor union portrays men bone sinew earth i the toledo blade i p p the heroine case hero s stenographer action story grows attempt rival capitalists grain men balk building grain elevator set date i the burlington free press i p p excerpts advertising material end a href http librivox org the merry anne by samuel merwin the merry anne a samuel merwin p p i note book contains racial comments may offensive modern listeners i p |
| 3877 |
3852 |
4296 |
Lydia is gone this many a year |
Lizette Woodworth Reese |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of 'Lydia is gone this many a year' by Lizette Woodworth Reese. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 8th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/lydia-is-gone-this-many-a-year-by-lizette-woodworth-reese/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings lydia gone many year lizette woodworth reese fortnightly poetry project may 8th 2010 p |
| 3878 |
3853 |
4297 |
Confessions, volumes 5 and 6 |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Psychology, Memoirs |
<p>"She was more to me than a sister, a mother, a friend, or even than a mistress, and for this very reason she was not a mistress; in a word, I loved her too much to desire her..."<br><br>More of the amours of the twentysomething Jean-Jacques: here initiated into a strangely compromised manhood by his "maman" and perennial comforter -<br><br>"Was I happy? No: I felt I know-not-what invincible sadness which empoisoned my happiness, it seemed that I had committed an incest, and two or three times, pressing her eagerly in my arms, I deluged her bosom with my tears. On her part, as she had never sought pleasure, she had not the stings of remorse..."<br><br>(Introduction by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-volumes-5-and-6-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
p she sister mother friend even mistress reason mistress word loved much desire her br br more amours twentysomething jean jacques initiated strangely compromised manhood maman perennial comforter br br was happy no felt know not what invincible sadness empoisoned happiness seemed committed incest two three times pressing eagerly arms deluged bosom tears part never sought pleasure stings remorse br br introduction martin geeson p |
| 3879 |
3854 |
4298 |
Runaway Skyscraper |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
<p>Arthur Chamberlain has problems. His one-man engineering firm is faltering and his pretty secretary Estelle barely notices him. But these problems are put aside when his Manhattan office building falls into the fourth dimension. Madison Square is filled with wigwams and it’s up to Arthur to engineer a way to make his building to fall back to the future. – The Runaway Skyscraper first appeared in the February 22, 1919 issue of Argosy magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-runaway-skyscraper-by-murray-leinster/ |
p arthur chamberlain problems one man engineering firm faltering pretty secretary estelle barely notices him problems put aside manhattan office building falls fourth dimension madison square filled wigwams it s arthur engineer way make building fall back future runaway skyscraper first appeared february 22 1919 issue argosy magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3880 |
3855 |
4299 |
Hidden Gems |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
<p>LibriVox volunteers offer you 17 different recordings of <i>Hidden Gems</i> by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of May 9nd, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hidden-gems-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
p librivox volunteers offer 17 different recordings i hidden gems i ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project week may 9nd 2010 p |
| 3881 |
3856 |
4300 |
Schetsen uit Amerika |
Charles Dickens |
Travel & Geography |
<P>"Schetsen uit Amerika", een Nederlandse vertaling van "American Notes" (vertaler onbekend), is een reisverslag van Charles Dickens waarin hij zijn eerste bezoek aan de Verenigde Staten beschreef. Deze reis vond plaats in 1842 en zijn verblijf duurde zes maanden, van januari tot en met juni. Hij werd vergezeld door zijn vrouw Catherine.<BR><BR>Na een zware overtocht op het overvolle schip Britannia van de Cunard Line kwam hij aan in Boston, waar hij, als reeds internationaal gevierd schrijver, een warm welkom kreeg. Dickens bereisde vervolgens voornamelijk de oostkust en het gebied van de Grote Meren. Ook bezocht hij president John Tyler in het Witte Huis.<BR><BR>Dickens steekt zijn bewondering voor de Amerikaanse vorm van democratie niet onder stoelen of banken. Niettemin blijkt er sprake van een haat-liefde verhouding. Hij maakte een groot aantal kritische en zure opmerkingen, niet in de laatste plaats over het onderwerp auteursrechten. Zijn werken werden in Amerika volop gelezen, maar aangezien er geen internationale overeenkomst bestond op het gebied van copyright, verschenen zijn boeken in niet-geautoriseerde vorm en ontving de schrijver hiervoor geen cent. Ook parodieerde hij de gewoonten en gesprekken van de doorsnee Amerikaan en was hij geïrriteerd over de in zijn ogen onbeschaamde opdringerigheid van zijn bewonderaars. Ook de nog heersende slavernij was hem een doorn in het oog en hij gaf hier niet-malse kritiek op. Een en ander werd hem door de Amerikanen, die hem toch vriendelijk hadden ontvangen en zijn hele bezoek goed hadden geregeld, niet in dank afgenomen. De ervaringen tijdens zijn reis vormden de inspiratie voor zijn roman Martin Chuzzlewit, dat in de Verenigde Staten koel werd ontvangen, maar de lezers er verder niet van weerhield zijn boeken te blijven lezen.(Introductie uit Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/schetsen-uit-amerika-door-charles-dickens/ |
p schetsen uit amerika een nederlandse vertaling van american notes vertaler onbekend een reisverslag van charles dickens waarin hij zijn eerste bezoek aan de verenigde staten beschreef deze reis vond plaats 1842 en zijn verblijf duurde zes maanden van januari tot en met juni hij werd vergezeld door zijn vrouw catherine br br na een zware overtocht op het overvolle schip britannia van de cunard line kwam hij aan boston waar hij als reeds internationaal gevierd schrijver een warm welkom kreeg dickens bereisde vervolgens voornamelijk de oostkust en het gebied van de grote meren ook bezocht hij president john tyler het witte huis br br dickens steekt zijn bewondering voor de amerikaanse vorm van democratie niet onder stoelen banken niettemin blijkt er sprake van een haat liefde verhouding hij maakte een groot aantal kritische en zure opmerkingen niet de laatste plaats het onderwerp auteursrechten zijn werken werden amerika volop gelezen maar aangezien er geen internationale overeenkomst bestond op het gebied van copyright verschenen zijn boeken niet geautoriseerde vorm en ontving de schrijver hiervoor geen cent ook parodieerde hij de gewoonten en gesprekken van de doorsnee amerikaan en hij geïrriteerd de zijn ogen onbeschaamde opdringerigheid van zijn bewonderaars ook de nog heersende slavernij hem een doorn het oog en hij gaf hier niet malse kritiek op een en ander werd hem door de amerikanen die hem toch vriendelijk hadden ontvangen en zijn hele bezoek goed hadden geregeld niet dank afgenomen de ervaringen tijdens zijn reis vormden de inspiratie voor zijn roman martin chuzzlewit dat de verenigde staten koel werd ontvangen maar de lezers er verder niet van weerhield zijn boeken te blijven lezen introductie uit wikipedia p |
| 3882 |
3881 |
4326 |
Our Nig, or, Sketches from the Life of a Free Black, In A Two-Story White House |
Harriet E. Wilson |
General Fiction |
<p>Frado is a colored girl, living in the USA a few years before the Civil War. She is abandoned by her own white mother in the house of the Bellmont's- where she is treated badly. This is a sad book, but Frado's cheerfulness and dignity will make you love her until the end. (Introduction by Stav Nisser) </p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/our-nig-by-harriet-e-wilson/ |
p frado colored girl living usa years civil war abandoned white mother house bellmont s treated badly sad book frado s cheerfulness dignity make love end introduction stav nisser p |
| 3883 |
3858 |
4302 |
Dandelion Cottage |
Carroll Watson Rankin |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Carroll Watson Rankin's best known novel is Dandelion Cottage, published in 1904 by Henry Holt and Company. She first wrote the story serially for her own children. Considered a regional classic in the midwest, it tells of four young girls who negotiate the use of a derelict cottage as a playhouse by pulling dandelions for the owner, prosperous Mr. Black. The real life model for Mr. Black is generally acknowledged to be Marquette businessman and philanthropist, Peter White. The original Dandelion Cottage is located at 440 East Arch and is privately owned. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/dandelion-cottage-by-carroll-watson-rankin/ |
p carroll watson rankin s best known novel dandelion cottage published 1904 henry holt company first wrote story serially children considered regional classic midwest tells four young girls negotiate use derelict cottage playhouse pulling dandelions owner prosperous mr black real life model mr black generally acknowledged marquette businessman philanthropist peter white original dandelion cottage located 440 east arch privately owned summary wikipedia p |
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3859 |
4303 |
What Maisie Knew |
Henry James |
Family Life, General Fiction |
<p>When Beale and Ida Farange are divorced, the court decrees that their only child, the very young Maisie, will shuttle back and forth between them, spending six months of the year with each. The parents are immoral and frivolous, and they use Maisie to intensify their hatred of each other. (Summary by Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/what-maisie-knew-by-henry-james/ |
p when beale ida farange divorced court decrees child young maisie shuttle back forth them spending six months year each parents immoral frivolous use maisie intensify hatred other summary wikipedia p |
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3860 |
4304 |
Narrative of the Expedition to Botany-Bay |
Watkin Tench |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<p>Watkin Tench was an officer of the British Marines in the First Fleet to settle NSW. This is an interesting and entertaining account of his experiences during that time (Introduction by Tabithat)</p> |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-the-expedition-to-botany-bay-by-watkin-tench/ |
p watkin tench officer british marines first fleet settle nsw interesting entertaining account experiences time introduction tabithat p |
| 3886 |
3861 |
4305 |
Daddy-Long-Legs Version 2 |
Jean Webster |
Family |
<p>Jerusha Abbott was brought up at the John Grier Home, an old-fashioned orphanage. The children were wholly dependent on charity and had to wear other people's cast-off clothes. Jerusha's unusual first name was selected by the matron off a grave stone, while her surname was selected out of the phone book. At the age of 18, she has finished her education and is at loose ends, still working in the dormitories at the institution where she was brought up.</p>\n\nOne day, after the asylum's trustees have made their monthly visit, Jerusha is informed by the asylum's dour matron that one of the trustees has offered to pay her way through college. He has spoken to her former teachers and thinks she has potential to become an excellent writer. He will pay her tuition and also give her a generous monthly allowance. Jerusha must write him a monthly letter, because he believes that letter-writing is important to the development of a writer. However, she will never know his identity; she must address the letters to Mr. John Smith, and he will never reply.</p>\n\nJerusha catches a glimpse of the shadow of her benefactor from the back, and knows he is a tall long-legged man. Because of this, she jokingly calls him "Daddy Long-Legs." She attends a women's college, but the name and location are never identified; however, men from Princeton University are frequently mentioned as dates, so it is certainly on the East Coast. The college is almost certainly based on the author's alma mater, Vassar College, judging from college traditions mentioned. She illustrates her letters with childlike line drawings, also created by Jean Webster. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/daddy-long-legs-by-jean-webster-2/ |
p jerusha abbott brought john grier home old fashioned orphanage children wholly dependent charity wear people s cast off clothes jerusha s unusual first name selected matron grave stone surname selected phone book age 18 finished education loose ends still working dormitories institution brought up p one day asylum s trustees made monthly visit jerusha informed asylum s dour matron one trustees offered pay way college spoken former teachers thinks potential become excellent writer pay tuition also give generous monthly allowance jerusha must write monthly letter believes letter writing important development writer however never know identity must address letters mr john smith never reply p jerusha catches glimpse shadow benefactor back knows tall long legged man this jokingly calls daddy long legs attends women s college name location never identified however men princeton university frequently mentioned dates certainly east coast college almost certainly based author s alma mater vassar college judging college traditions mentioned illustrates letters childlike line drawings also created jean webster summary wikipedia p |
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3862 |
4306 |
Malerbriefe: Beiträge zur Theorie und Praxis der Malerei |
Wilhelm Ostwald |
Art, Design & Architecture |
In seinen 17 Malerbriefen geht Wilhelm Ostwald in leicht verständlicher Weise auf die Physikalischen (Optik) und Chemischen (Pigmente, Bindemittel) Seiten der malerischen Techniken ein. Er bespricht das Pastell, Aquarell, Guasch, Fresco, Tempera und die Ölmalerei; erklärt die Wirkung von Lichtbrechung und Reflektion einzelner Farben im Zusammenspiel mit den unterschiedlichen Bindemitteln und den verschiedenen Malgründen. Nebenbei gibt er auch noch einige Rezepte zur einfachen Herstellen eigener Farben preis. Abschließend wird noch die Physiologische Seite der Malerischen Techniken angesprochen, indem auf die Darstellung subjektiver Erscheinungen (Blendwirkungen, Nachbilder) eingegangen wird. (Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/malerbriefe-beitrage-zur-theorie-und-praxis-der-malerei-by-wilhelm-ostwald/ |
seinen 17 malerbriefen geht wilhelm ostwald leicht verständlicher weise auf die physikalischen optik und chemischen pigmente bindemittel seiten der malerischen techniken ein er bespricht das pastell aquarell guasch fresco tempera und die ölmalerei erklärt die wirkung von lichtbrechung und reflektion einzelner farben im zusammenspiel mit den unterschiedlichen bindemitteln und den verschiedenen malgründen nebenbei gibt er auch noch einige rezepte zur einfachen herstellen eigener farben preis abschließend wird noch die physiologische seite der malerischen techniken angesprochen indem auf die darstellung subjektiver erscheinungen blendwirkungen nachbilder eingegangen wird wassermann p |
| 3888 |
3863 |
4307 |
Kalendergeschichten |
Johann Peter Hebel |
Short Stories |
Neben den "Alemannischen Gedichten" sind die Kalendergeschichten das zweite bekannte Werk von Johann Peter Hebels. Er verfaßte sie für den Rheinländischen Hausfreund. Dieser alte lutherisch-badische Landkalender hatte Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts Absatzschwierigkeiten, und Hebel war Mitglied einer Kommission, die Verbesserungsvorschläge erarbeiten sollte. Im Laufe der Diskussionen wurde Hebel schließlich Redakteur für den neuen Kalender, der den Namen Rheinländischer Hausfreund trug und erstmals 1807 erschien. Eine der wichtigsten Neuerungen des Hausfreundes war der vergrößerte Textteil, in dem "lehrreiche Nachrichten und lustige Geschichten" veröffentlicht wurden. Hebel selbst verfasste jedes Jahr etwa 30 dieser Kalendergeschichten und hatte somit maßgeblichen Anteil am großen Erfolg des Hausfreundes.\n <br/>Hebels Geschichten erzählten Neuigkeiten, kleinere Geschichten, Anekdoten, Schwänke, abgewandelte Märchen und Ähnliches. Sie dienten der Unterhaltung, ließen den Leser aber auch eine Lehre aus dem Text ziehen. <br/>Diese Sammlung umfaßt 6 dieser Kalendergeschichten. (Zusammenfassung nach Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/kalendergeschichten-by-johann-peter-hebel/ |
neben den alemannischen gedichten sind die kalendergeschichten das zweite bekannte werk von johann peter hebels er verfaßte sie für den rheinländischen hausfreund dieser alte lutherisch badische landkalender hatte anfang des 19 jahrhunderts absatzschwierigkeiten und hebel war mitglied einer kommission die verbesserungsvorschläge erarbeiten sollte im laufe der diskussionen wurde hebel schließlich redakteur für den neuen kalender der den namen rheinländischer hausfreund trug und erstmals 1807 erschien eine der wichtigsten neuerungen des hausfreundes war der vergrößerte textteil dem lehrreiche nachrichten und lustige geschichten veröffentlicht wurden hebel selbst verfasste jedes jahr etwa 30 dieser kalendergeschichten und hatte somit maßgeblichen anteil großen erfolg des hausfreundes br hebels geschichten erzählten neuigkeiten kleinere geschichten anekdoten schwänke abgewandelte märchen und ähnliches sie dienten der unterhaltung ließen den leser aber auch eine lehre aus dem text ziehen br diese sammlung umfaßt 6 dieser kalendergeschichten zusammenfassung nach wikipedia p |
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3864 |
4308 |
Heilige |
Conrad Ferdinand Meyer |
Historical Fiction |
Die Rahmenhandlung der Novelle "Der Heilige" bildet Hans der Armbruster, der im Jahre 1180 im Rückblick die dramatische Lebensgeschichte des Thomas Becket (1118-1170) erzählt. Dieser war von 1155 an Kanzler des englischen Königs Heinrich II (1133 - 1189). Die Novelle von Meyer gibt die historischen Tatsachen ziemlich genau wieder, mit Ausnahme der Gestalt von Grace, die eine Erfindung des Dichters ist. Thomas wurde bereits 1173 heilig gesprochen. (Zusammenfassung von Hans Hafen)</p> |
German |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/der-heilige-by-conrad-ferdinand-meyer/ |
die rahmenhandlung der novelle der heilige bildet hans der armbruster der im jahre 1180 im rückblick die dramatische lebensgeschichte des thomas becket 1118 1170 erzählt dieser war von 1155 kanzler des englischen königs heinrich ii 1133 1189 die novelle von meyer gibt die historischen tatsachen ziemlich genau wieder mit ausnahme der gestalt von grace die eine erfindung des dichters ist thomas wurde bereits 1173 heilig gesprochen zusammenfassung von hans hafen p |
| 3890 |
3865 |
4309 |
Cottage Economy |
William Cobbett |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
How can you tell when your pig is fat enough? Why should you never buy mustard? What's wrong with eating potatoes? Which is better, beer or tea? And what type of straw makes the best bonnets? William Cobbett is the man to ask. Here is his book of practical advice to the rural labouring 'cottager' (first published as a part-work in 1821-22), the precursor in many ways to the handbooks on self-sufficiency that today entice so many city-dwellers. <br /><br />A champion of the rural working class at a time of huge social and industrial change, a radical politician and a prolific writer, Cobbett is opinionated, passionate and enlightening, making 'Cottage Economy' a fascinating and entertaining window on daily life for the smallholders of his day, and still inspirational, almost 200 years later, to those who seek 'a good living' as the foundation of happiness. (Introduction by Philippa)<br /><br />The figures referred to in the section on ice houses can be viewed <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/32863/32863-h/images/i_147.jpg">here</a></p> |
English |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/cottage-economy-by-william-cobbett/ |
tell pig fat enough never buy mustard what s wrong eating potatoes better beer tea type straw makes best bonnets william cobbett man ask book practical advice rural labouring cottager first published part work 1821 22 precursor many ways handbooks self sufficiency today entice many city dwellers br br a champion rural working class time huge social industrial change radical politician prolific writer cobbett opinionated passionate enlightening making cottage economy fascinating entertaining window daily life smallholders day still inspirational almost 200 years later seek a good living foundation happiness introduction philippa br br the figures referred section ice houses viewed a href http www gutenberg org files 32863 32863 h images i_147 jpg here a p |
| 3891 |
3866 |
4310 |
Excursion |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry |
<i>The Excursion: Being a portion of The Recluse, a Poem</i> is a long poem by Romantic poet William Wordsworth and was first published in 1814. It was intended to be the second part of <i>The Recluse</i>, an unfinished larger work that was also meant to include <i>The Prelude</i>, Wordsworth's other long poem, which was eventually published posthumously. The exact dates of its composition are unknown, but the first manuscript is generally dated as either September 1806 or December 1809. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/the-excursion-by-william-wordsworth/ |
i the excursion portion recluse poem i long poem romantic poet william wordsworth first published 1814 intended second part i the recluse i unfinished larger work also meant include i the prelude i wordsworth s long poem eventually published posthumously exact dates composition unknown first manuscript generally dated either september 1806 december 1809 introduction wikipedia p |
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3867 |
4311 |
Anna Karenina, Book 3 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. Tragedy unfolds as Anna rejects her passionless marriage to follow her heart and must endure the hypocrisies of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson)<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-part-3-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky tragedy unfolds anna rejects passionless marriage follow heart must endure hypocrisies society summary mary anderson p |
| 3893 |
3868 |
4312 |
Told in a French Garden |
Mildred Aldrich |
General Fiction |
American friends begin to summer in a beautiful French country house when WWI breaks out. They decide not to evacuate as the war encroaches. Their interactions are interwoven by the stories that they take turns telling after dinner each night to stimulate their nightly conversation and distract their thoughts from the war. (Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/told-in-a-french-garden-by-mildred-aldrich/ |
american friends begin summer beautiful french country house wwi breaks out decide evacuate war encroaches interactions interwoven stories take turns telling dinner night stimulate nightly conversation distract thoughts war summary a l gramour p |
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3869 |
4313 |
Art de payer ses dettes et de satisfaire ses créanciers sans débourser un sou |
Émile Marco de Saint-Hilaire |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Manuel du Droit Commercial, à l'usage des gens ruinés, des solliciteurs, des surnumérateurs, des employés réformés et de tous les consommateurs sans argent.</p> <p>Par feu mon oncle, Professeur Emérite.<br/>Précédé d'une notice biographique sur l'auteur. </p><p>Le tout publié par son neveu.</p> <p align="right"><em>« Plus on doit, plus on a de crédit. »</em> <br/>Pensée inédite du Professeur. <br/> (de l'éditeur)</p> <p>The title says it all: <em>How to pay one's debts and satisfy one's creditors, not laying out a penny</em>. </p> <p align="right"><em>"The more one owes, the more funds one owns."</em> <br/>Original thought of the author's uncle. <br/>(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/lart-de-payer-ses-dettes-by-emile-marco-de-saint-hilaire-1005/ |
p manuel du droit commercial à l usage des gens ruinés des solliciteurs des surnumérateurs des employés réformés et de tous les consommateurs sans argent p p par feu mon oncle professeur emérite br précédé d une notice biographique sur l auteur p p le tout publié par son neveu p p align right em plus doit plus de crédit em br pensée inédite du professeur br de l éditeur p p the title says all em how pay one s debts satisfy one s creditors laying penny em p p align right em the one owes funds one owns em br original thought author s uncle br summary ezwa p |
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3870 |
4314 |
Man Who Laughs |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction |
<P>The Man Who Laughs is a novel by Victor Hugo, originally published in April 1869 under the French title L'Homme qui rit. Also published under the title "By Order of the King". (Introduction by Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-laughs-by-victor-hugo/ |
p the man laughs novel victor hugo originally published april 1869 french title l homme qui rit also published title by order king introduction wikipedia p |
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3871 |
4315 |
Ongeluksvogel |
George Lodewijk Kepper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
'Een ongeluksvogel' is een roman uit 1868, over de lotgevallen van Eduard van Bergen - zijn opvoeding, schooltijd, vriendschap, liefde en avonturen als soldaat tijdens de opstand van Belgie en de tiendaagse veldtocht van 1831.</p> |
Dutch |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/een-ongeluksvogel-by-george-lodewijk-kepper/ |
een ongeluksvogel een roman uit 1868 de lotgevallen van eduard van bergen zijn opvoeding schooltijd vriendschap liefde en avonturen als soldaat tijdens de opstand van belgie en de tiendaagse veldtocht van 1831 p |
| 3897 |
3872 |
4316 |
Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection 003 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Fairy Tale Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain fairy tales. This is a collection of 20 fairy tales in 6 languages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-fairy-tale-collection-003-by-various/ |
p in librivox s multilingual fairy tale collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain fairy tales collection 20 fairy tales 6 languages recorded variety librivox members p |
| 3898 |
3873 |
4317 |
Eric Brighteyes |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>The Saga of Eric Brighteyes is the title of an epic viking novel by H. Rider Haggard, and concerns the adventures of its eponymous principal character in 10th century Iceland. Eric Thorgrimursson (nicknamed 'Brighteyes' for his most notable trait), strives to win the hand of his beloved, Gudruda the Fair. Her father Asmund, a priest of the old Norse gods, opposes the match, thinking Eric a man without prospects. But deadlier by far are the intrigues of Swanhild, Gudruda's half-sister and a sorceress who desires Eric for herself. She persuades the chieftain Ospakar Blacktooth to woo Gudrida, making the two men enemies. Battles, intrigues, and treachery follow. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/eric-brighteyes-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p the saga eric brighteyes title epic viking novel h rider haggard concerns adventures eponymous principal character 10th century iceland eric thorgrimursson nicknamed brighteyes notable trait strives win hand beloved gudruda fair father asmund priest old norse gods opposes match thinking eric man without prospects deadlier far intrigues swanhild gudruda s half sister sorceress desires eric herself persuades chieftain ospakar blacktooth woo gudrida making two men enemies battles intrigues treachery follow introduction wikipedia p |
| 3899 |
3874 |
4318 |
Six Characters in Search of an Author |
Luigi Pirandello |
Plays |
<br />Six Characters in Search of an Author (Sei personaggi in cerca d'autore) is the most famous and celebrated play by the Italian writer Luigi Pirandello.<br /><br />\nPirandello, in the preface to the play, says that whenever a reader opens Dante’s Inferno, Francesca will drift down from the dark wind in her circle of Hell and tell the Pilgrim her story; and it will always be for the first time – just as the Mother in Pirandello’s play at one point makes an agonizing cry, always for the first time.<br /><br />\nEach character sees events and the other characters differently. Their readings of reality do not match up. No one character is more correct than the other. There are as many versions of the story as there are characters in the play. Each character is in fact many characters; each has a sense of who he or she is, but each also is what the others believe he or she is.<br /><br />\nThe play suggests that we are more victims of forces we cannot control than captains of our own fate and demonstrates Pirandello's conception that in place of a continuous ego, self or "I" are states of mind, masks or personae; the temporary result of forces brought to bear on us at that moment. The self becomes an anthology of such roles or masks. Theatricalists thought life was more like theater than vice versa. As in theater, we put on and take off masks, try out various roles, and make up our lives as we go along. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>CAST:</strong><br />\nThe Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nThe Father: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br />\nThe Mother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nThe Step-Daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br />\nThe Son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nMadame Pace: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br />\nThe Manager: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nThe Property Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nThe Prompter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nThe Door-Keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3809">gobblegobble</a><br />\nThe Machinist: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br />\nThe Leading Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2764">Piper Hale</a><br />\nThe Leading Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br />\nL’Ingénue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5167">Bridget Tallon</a><br />\nJuvenile Lead: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5489">LizMourant</a><br />\nActors: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br />\nAudio edited by Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/six-characters-in-search-of-an-author-by-pirandello/ |
br six characters search author sei personaggi cerca d autore famous celebrated play italian writer luigi pirandello br br pirandello preface play says whenever reader opens dante s inferno francesca drift dark wind circle hell tell pilgrim story always first time mother pirandello s play one point makes agonizing cry always first time br br character sees events characters differently readings reality match up one character correct other many versions story characters play character fact many characters sense is also others believe is br br play suggests victims forces cannot control captains fate demonstrates pirandello s conception place continuous ego self i states mind masks personae temporary result forces brought bear us moment self becomes anthology roles masks theatricalists thought life like theater vice versa theater put take masks try various roles make lives go along summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br father a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br mother a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br step daughter a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br son a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br madame pace a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br manager a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br property man a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br prompter a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br door keeper a href http librivox org reader 3809 gobblegobble a br machinist a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br leading lady a href http librivox org reader 2764 piper hale a br leading man a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br l ingénue a href http librivox org reader 5167 bridget tallon a br juvenile lead a href http librivox org reader 5489 lizmourant a br actors a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a a href http librivox org reader 5285 sweetlilbirdy a a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br audio edited elizabeth klett br br |
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3875 |
4319 |
Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation, Volume 2 |
William W. Mann |
Language learning |
This is Volume 2 of William Mann’s “Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation”. It is part of a series of Self-Taught books written by various authors that include vocabularies of common words, elementary grammars and conversational phrases. The present volume contains an elementary grammar of Esperanto. If you want to understand Esperanto grammar, this volume may be of use to you. Mann writes, in the preface, that with “the aid of this book anyone may undertake a trip to a foreign land, even if he know nothing of the language of the country he is going to, and, if he will put himself beforehand in communication with Esperantists in the various places he intends to visit, he will find them ready to help him in many ways, and his stay abroad will thus be made much more entertaining and instructive than if he had spent his time in the conventional manner of the ordinary tourist. A further great advantage of this international language is, that it opens up to the traveller, not merely one particular country, but the whole of Europe.”</p> |
Esperanto |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/esperanto-self-taught-with-phonetic-pronunciation-volume-2-by-william-w-mann/ |
volume 2 william mann s esperanto self taught phonetic pronunciation part series self taught books written various authors include vocabularies common words elementary grammars conversational phrases present volume contains elementary grammar esperanto want understand esperanto grammar volume may use you mann writes preface the aid book anyone may undertake trip foreign land even know nothing language country going to and put beforehand communication esperantists various places intends visit find ready help many ways stay abroad thus made much entertaining instructive spent time conventional manner ordinary tourist great advantage international language is opens traveller merely one particular country whole europe p |
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3876 |
4320 |
History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 2 |
Henry Charles Lea |
*Non-fiction, History , Middle Ages/Middle History |
Volume 2 of Lea’s monumental work on the Spanish Inquisition. Volume 2 discusses the organizational structure of the Inquisition, methods used to financially support the Inquisition, methods used by the Inquisition to expose heresy, and numerous other topics. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-inquisition-of-spain-vol-2-by-henry-charles-lea/ |
volume 2 lea s monumental work spanish inquisition volume 2 discusses organizational structure inquisition methods used financially support inquisition methods used inquisition expose heresy numerous topics summary joed p |
| 3902 |
3877 |
4321 |
To...With all my soul |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of To...:"With all my soul, then, let us part" by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 16th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-with-all-my-soul-then-let-us-part-by-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings to with soul then let us part thomas moore weekly poetry project may 16th 2010 p |
| 3903 |
3878 |
4323 |
Ragged Trousered Philanthropists |
Robert Tressell |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Clearly frustrated at the refusal of his contemporaries to recognise the iniquity of society, Tressell's cast of hypocritical Christians, exploitative capitalists and corrupt councillors provide a backdrop for his main target — the workers who think that a better life is "not for the likes of them". Hence the title of the book; Tressell paints the workers as "philanthropists" who throw themselves into back-breaking work for poverty wages in order to generate profit for their masters.<br/><br/>\n\nThe hero of the book, Frank Owen, is a socialist who believes that the capitalist system is the real source of the poverty he sees all around him. In vain he tries to convince his fellow workers of his world view, but finds that their education has trained them to distrust their own thoughts and to rely on those of their "betters". Much of the book consists of conversations between Owen and the others, or more often of lectures by Owen in the face of their jeering; this was presumably based on Tressell's own experiences.(Summary by Tadhg)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-ragged-trousered-philanthropists-by-robert-tressell/ |
p clearly frustrated refusal contemporaries recognise iniquity society tressell s cast hypocritical christians exploitative capitalists corrupt councillors provide backdrop main target workers think better life not likes them hence title book tressell paints workers philanthropists throw back breaking work poverty wages order generate profit masters br br hero book frank owen socialist believes capitalist system real source poverty sees around him vain tries convince fellow workers world view finds education trained distrust thoughts rely betters much book consists conversations owen others often lectures owen face jeering presumably based tressell s experiences summary tadhg p |
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3879 |
4324 |
Two Thousand Miles Below |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Science Fiction |
A science fiction novel that was originally produced in four parts in the publication: Astounding Stories in June, September, November 1932, January 1933. The main character is Dean Rawson, who plans on discovering a way of mining power from a dead volcano, but ends up discovering more than he bargained for.</p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/two-thousand-miles-below-by-charles-w-diffin/ |
science fiction novel originally produced four parts publication astounding stories june september november 1932 january 1933 main character dean rawson plans discovering way mining power dead volcano ends discovering bargained for p |
| 3905 |
3882 |
4327 |
Göteborgsflickor |
Sigge Strömberg |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Sigge Strömberg, född som Sigfrid Strömberg 22 december 1885 i Göteborg, död 3 mars 1920, svensk författare och journalist.\r\nStrömberg praktiserade på en tidning i Minneapolis 1904-1905. Han återkom till Sverige och var verksam inom landsortspressen. Han arbetade 1910-1913 på den nystartade Vecko-Journalen, och 1914-1920 var han chefredaktör för Allt för Alla. Kort före sin död åtog sig han chefskapet för skämttidningen Kasper. Som författare skrev Strömberg huvudsakligen äventyrsberättelser samt pojkböcker. ”Göteborgsflickor och andra historier” är en samling korta kåserier där de flesta handlar om hur kvinnans list övergår mannens förstånd, eller att girighet sällan lönar sig. (Wikipedia) (Summary by Wikipedia & Lars Rolander)</p> |
Swedish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/goteborgsflickor-by-sigge-stromberg/ |
p sigge strömberg född som sigfrid strömberg 22 december 1885 göteborg död 3 mars 1920 svensk författare och journalist strömberg praktiserade på en tidning minneapolis 1904 1905 han återkom till sverige och var verksam inom landsortspressen han arbetade 1910 1913 på den nystartade vecko journalen och 1914 1920 var han chefredaktör för allt för alla kort före sin död åtog sig han chefskapet för skämttidningen kasper som författare skrev strömberg huvudsakligen äventyrsberättelser samt pojkböcker göteborgsflickor och andra historier är en samling korta kåserier där de flesta handlar om hur kvinnans list övergår mannens förstånd eller att girighet sällan lönar sig wikipedia summary wikipedia lars rolander p |
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3883 |
4328 |
Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago |
Hannah Trager |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Hannah Trager published Pictures of Jewish Home-Life Fifty Years Ago in 1926, so the book is a portrait of day to day life for a Jewish family in Jerusalem around 1876. In each chapter, Mr. Jacobs reads a letter from his cousins living in Jerusalem many years earlier, each one teaching his family and friends about a different holiday or tradition of their people. (Introduction by wildemoose)</p> |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/pictures-of-jewish-home-life-fifty-years-ago-by-hannah-trager/ |
p hannah trager published pictures jewish home life fifty years ago 1926 book portrait day day life jewish family jerusalem around 1876 chapter mr jacobs reads letter cousins living jerusalem many years earlier one teaching family friends different holiday tradition people introduction wildemoose p |
| 3907 |
3884 |
4329 |
Flood Tide |
Sara Ware Bassett |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Willie Spence may have been a bit eccentric by most standards, but he had a knack for creating gadgets in his small workshop at his home on Cape Cod. Whenever he was 'ketched' by an 'idee' he had to see it to completion, and always did. His small cottage on the Cape had become a labyrinth of string and wires tacked here and there so as to make life a bit challenging for his housekeeper Celestina. But she and most everyone else among the coastal towns and villages loved the old man for all his eccentricities as Willie spent his waning years just waiting for his ship to come in. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/flood-tide-by-sara-ware-bassett/ |
p willie spence may bit eccentric standards knack creating gadgets small workshop home cape cod whenever ketched idee see completion always did small cottage cape become labyrinth string wires tacked make life bit challenging housekeeper celestina everyone else among coastal towns villages loved old man eccentricities willie spent waning years waiting ship come in summary roger melin p |
| 3908 |
3885 |
4330 |
Collection: Tales of the Cities |
Various |
Anthologies, Travel & Geography |
<P>This is a collection of city stories, fiction or non-fiction, in English and published before 1923. Contributions have been chosen by the readers themselves. Summary by BellonaTimes.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/collection-tales-of-the-cities/ |
p this collection city stories fiction non fiction english published 1923 contributions chosen readers themselves summary bellonatimes p |
| 3909 |
3886 |
4331 |
Abandoned |
William Clark Russell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>We meet Miss Lucretia Lane as she is dressing for her marriage to Captain Francis Reynolds of the British Merchant Service. Though he loves her truly, she has severe misgivings. She goes through with the wedding in spite of this, but refuses to live with her new husband, and cannot be enticed or cajoled to do so. Then on the day the Captain is scheduled to ship out, she receives word that he has been gravely injured and his dying request is to see his wife. She flies to his side... and thus begins an adventure spanning eight years - love, loathing, shipwreck, love lost, and redemption. (Summary by P. Cunningham and Nadine Eckert-Boulet)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/abandoned-by-w-clark-russell/ |
p we meet miss lucretia lane dressing marriage captain francis reynolds british merchant service though loves truly severe misgivings goes wedding spite this refuses live new husband cannot enticed cajoled so day captain scheduled ship out receives word gravely injured dying request see wife flies side thus begins adventure spanning eight years love loathing shipwreck love lost redemption summary p cunningham nadine eckert boulet p |
| 3910 |
3887 |
4332 |
Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ |
Anne Catherine Emmerich |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Anne Catherine Emmerich (1774-1824) was a German Augustinian nun who had visions about Christ's life and death. This book relates her visions regarding the Blessed Virgin Mary, from her marriage to St. Joseph to the events surrounding the birth of Christ.(Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-nativity-of-our-lord-jesus-christ-by-anne-catherine-emmerich/ |
p anne catherine emmerich 1774 1824 german augustinian nun visions christ s life death book relates visions regarding blessed virgin mary marriage st joseph events surrounding birth christ introduction ann boulais p |
| 3911 |
3896 |
4343 |
Lines Written for a School Declamation |
David Everett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 recordings of Lines Written for a School Declamation by David Everett. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 23rd, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lines-written-for-a-school-declamation-by-david-everett/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 6 recordings lines written school declamation david everett fortnightly poetry project may 23rd 2010 p |
| 3912 |
3897 |
4344 |
Ulysses (version 2) |
James Joyce |
General Fiction |
<i>Ulysses</i> is a groundbreaking novel in which Irish author James Joyce explores realism through stream-of-consciousness technique and shifting narrative styles. It was published in serial form between 1918-1920 and first published in book form in 1922. The story follows Leopold Bloom through Dublin during the course of one day: June 16, 1904. The events and characters of <i>Ulysses</i> parallel those of Homer's <i>Odyssey</i>, with Bloom corresponding to Odysseus. Although the book was the subject of early obscenity prosecutions, was banned in several countries, and has been considered unreadable by many, it is nevertheless one of the most important English-language works of the 20th century and is undoubtedly a masterpiece of Modernist literature. To this day, the 16th of June is celebrated as Bloomsday by Joyce enthusiasts. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<br /><br />Production note for Episode 15 (Circe): Circe was written in the style of a play complete with stage directions. It was recorded as it was written, with 73 LibriVox volunteers providing more than 230 character voices.<br /><b>Credits for Circe:</b><br />Book coordinator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Audio editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a><br>Leopold Bloom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3607">Richard Wallis</a><br>Stephen Dedalus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Lynch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8803">Ben Lindsey-Clark</a><br>Zoe Higgins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Additional voices provided by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7470">AS - andreastrano</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4788">Bill Boerst</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/543">Ted Delorme</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2033">Filippo Gioachin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8893">gmrbill</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8034">Aiden Herrera</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6893">hikarudream</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8025">Hunter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4191">Grant Hurlock</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8587">Drew Johnson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7448">Kevin Johnson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7662">Emily Jones</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8567">Kanta</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7599">Kevinc</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8937">Josh Kirsh</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6788">Pamela Krantz</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7839">Loveday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8186">Brendan MacKenzie</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7188">Marty</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8672">Chris Meabe</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8855">Eric Metzler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7641">Moromis</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7515">Cynthia Moyer</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6965">NoelBadrian</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7656">Naomi Park</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7626">Jaysen Raye</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8633">shivagogo</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7712">David Stephenson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8639">thechanneler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8208">zaanta</a>.<br>A complete list of voice credits can be found <a href="https://librivox.org/ulysses-version-2-circe-episode-by-james-joyce/">here</a>.<br /><br /><i>Ulysses</i> was proof-listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3220">Betty M.</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4433">Ken Sterry</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1407">HeartofTexas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2544">Annise</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>.<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ulysses-version-2-by-james-joyce/ |
i ulysses i groundbreaking novel irish author james joyce explores realism stream of consciousness technique shifting narrative styles published serial form 1918 1920 first published book form 1922 story follows leopold bloom dublin course one day june 16 1904 events characters i ulysses i parallel homer s i odyssey i bloom corresponding odysseus although book subject early obscenity prosecutions banned several countries considered unreadable many nevertheless one important english language works 20th century undoubtedly masterpiece modernist literature day 16th june celebrated bloomsday joyce enthusiasts summary laurie anne walden br br production note episode 15 circe circe written style play complete stage directions recorded written 73 librivox volunteers providing 230 character voices br b credits circe b br book coordinator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br audio editor a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br narrator a href https librivox org 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| 3913 |
3917 |
4368 |
Simple Gifts |
Joseph Brackett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Simple Gifts by Anonymous. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 17th, 2010.<br><br>Several Shaker manuscripts indicate that this is a "Dancing Song" or a "Quick Dance." The references to "turning" in the last two lines have been identified as dance instructions. The melody was used by Aaron Copeland as the basis for Appalachian Spring. (summary by Wikipedia and David Lawrence)</p>\n |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/simple-gifts-by-anonymous/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings simple gifts anonymous fortnightly poetry project may 17th 2010 br br several shaker manuscripts indicate dancing song quick dance references turning last two lines identified dance instructions melody used aaron copeland basis appalachian spring summary wikipedia david lawrence p |
| 3914 |
3888 |
4335 |
Narrative of a Revolutionary Soldier: Some of the Adventures, Dangers, and Sufferings of Joseph Plumb Martin |
Joseph Plumb Martin |
War & Military, Memoirs, Early Modern |
<p>Joining the Continental Army as a teenager, Joseph Plumb Martin spent the next eight years fighting in the Revolutionary War as an enlisted man. His memoirs tell in detail his experiences during that time...the bitter cold, hunger, loss of life, long marches, and fear of battle. He also includes tales of fishing, hunting, and other activities...including encounters with a "saucy miss". His narrative reveals much about American life at the time and is one of the fullest and best accounts of the Revolutionary War, presented from a private's point of view. </p>\n\nThe book has been later republished under the names Private Yankee Doodle and Memoir of a Revolutionary Soldier. (Summary by Barry Eads)</p>This recording was read from a hard copy of the book, no online version being available at the time of the recording.<br><br> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-a-revolutionary-soldier-some-of-the-adventures-dangers-and-sufferings-of-joseph-plumb-martin-by-joseph-plumb-martin |
p joining continental army teenager joseph plumb martin spent next eight years fighting revolutionary war enlisted man memoirs tell detail experiences time the bitter cold hunger loss life long marches fear battle also includes tales fishing hunting activities including encounters saucy miss narrative reveals much american life time one fullest best accounts revolutionary war presented private s point view p book later republished names private yankee doodle memoir revolutionary soldier summary barry eads p this recording read hard copy book online version available time recording br br |
| 3915 |
3889 |
4336 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 044 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 044: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-044/ |
br librivox s short story collection 044 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 3916 |
3890 |
4337 |
Bible (KJV) 19: Psalms (version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The book of Psalms is a collection of the works of at least six authors.<br>The book of Psalms has been a source of inspiration to all those believers who seek guidance. Apart from this they have provided comfort to those who struggle with all kinds of problems.<br>They explore human emotions in that they uncover feelings of deep despair to ecstatic delight. It has been used as a book of prayer and as a book of praise and worship at the worship services of many churches and denominations.<br>The writers of the Psalms seem to have a serene confidence in God’s guidance and provision. (Introduction by Pella Ikonomaki)<p> |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-kjv-v-2-by-king-james-version/ |
book psalms collection works least six authors br the book psalms source inspiration believers seek guidance apart provided comfort struggle kinds problems br they explore human emotions uncover feelings deep despair ecstatic delight used book prayer book praise worship worship services many churches denominations br the writers psalms seem serene confidence god s guidance provision introduction pella ikonomaki p |
| 3917 |
3891 |
4338 |
Interrupted |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Alternately titled <i>Out in the World</i>. Claire Benedict is a capable, responsible, solid young Christian woman. Everyone leans on her for support and depends on her to do much that needs to be done in her church and social circle. But then her businessman father dies unexpectedly and leaves the family almost penniless, interrupting her tranquil, fulfilling life. Written by Isabella Alden under the pen name Pansy. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/interrupted-by-pansy/ |
p alternately titled i out world i claire benedict capable responsible solid young christian woman everyone leans support depends much needs done church social circle businessman father dies unexpectedly leaves family almost penniless interrupting tranquil fulfilling life written isabella alden pen name pansy summary triciag p |
| 3918 |
3892 |
4339 |
Totem and Taboo |
Sigmund Freud |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
Totem and Taboo: Resemblances Between the Mental Lives of Savages and Neurotics is a book by Sigmund Freud published in German in 1913 under the title Totem und Tabu: Einige Übereinstimmungen im Seelenleben der Wilden und der Neurotiker. It is a collection of four essays first published in the journal Imago (1912–13) employing the application of psychoanalysis to the fields of archaeology, anthropology, and the study of religion. The four essays are entitled: The Horror of Incest; Taboo and Emotional Ambivalence; Animism, Magic and the Omnipotence of Thoughts; and The Return of Totemism in Childhood. </p>\n\n(Introduction by Wikipedia) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/totem-and-taboo-by-sigmund-freud/ |
totem taboo resemblances mental lives savages neurotics book sigmund freud published german 1913 title totem und tabu einige übereinstimmungen im seelenleben der wilden und der neurotiker collection four essays first published journal imago 1912 13 employing application psychoanalysis fields archaeology anthropology study religion four essays entitled horror incest taboo emotional ambivalence animism magic omnipotence thoughts return totemism childhood p introduction wikipedia |
| 3919 |
3893 |
4340 |
Songs of Kabir |
Kabir |
Poetry |
<p>Kabir (1440 - 1518) was a mystic poet and saint of India, whose writings have greatly influenced the Bhakti movement.<br></br>The name Kabir comes from Arabic Al-Kabir which means 'The Great' - the 37th Name of God in the Qur'an.<br></br>Kabir was influenced by the prevailing religious mood of his times, such as old Brahmanic Hinduism, Hindu and Buddhist Tantrism, the teachings of Nath yogis and the personal devotionalism of South India mixed with the imageless God of Islam. The influence of these various doctrines is clearly evident in Kabir's verses.<br></br>The basic religious principles he espoused are simple. According to Kabir, all life is an interplay of two spiritual principles. One is the personal soul (Jivatma) and the other is God (Paramatma). It is Kabir's view that salvation is the process of bringing into union these two divine principles.<br></br>His poems resonate with praise for the true guru who reveals the divine through direct experience, and denounce more usual ways of attempting god-union such as chanting, austerities, etc. His verses, which being illiterate he never expressed in writing and were spoken in vernacular Hindi, often began with some strongly worded insult to get the attention of passers-by. Kabir has enjoyed a revival of popularity over the past half century as arguably the most accessible and understandable of the Indian saints. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-kabir-by-kabir/ |
p kabir 1440 1518 mystic poet saint india whose writings greatly influenced bhakti movement br br the name kabir comes arabic al kabir means the great 37th name god qur an br br kabir influenced prevailing religious mood times old brahmanic hinduism hindu buddhist tantrism teachings nath yogis personal devotionalism south india mixed imageless god islam influence various doctrines clearly evident kabir s verses br br the basic religious principles espoused simple according kabir life interplay two spiritual principles one personal soul jivatma god paramatma kabir s view salvation process bringing union two divine principles br br his poems resonate praise true guru reveals divine direct experience denounce usual ways attempting god union chanting austerities etc verses illiterate never expressed writing spoken vernacular hindi often began strongly worded insult get attention passers by kabir enjoyed revival popularity past half century arguably accessible understandable indian saints introduction wikipedia p |
| 3920 |
3894 |
4341 |
In these days . . . |
Ebenezer Elliott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of In these days . . . by Ebenezer Elliott. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 23rd, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/in-these-days-by-ebenezer-elliott/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings days ebenezer elliott fortnightly poetry project may 23rd 2010 p |
| 3921 |
3895 |
4342 |
Iron Heel |
Jack London |
General Fiction, Science Fiction, *Non-fiction |
<p>A dystopian novel about the terrible oppressions of an American oligarchy at the beginning of the Twentieth Century, and the struggles of a socialist revolutionary movement. (Introduction by Matt Soar)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-iron-heel-by-jack-london/ |
p a dystopian novel terrible oppressions american oligarchy beginning twentieth century struggles socialist revolutionary movement introduction matt soar p |
| 3922 |
3898 |
4347 |
Bible (KJV) NT 10: Ephesians |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>Originating in the circumstance of a multicultural church (primarily Jewish and Hellenistic), Ephesians addresses issues appropriate to the diverse religious and cultural backgrounds present in the community. Paul addresses hostility, division, and self-interest more than any other topic in the letter, leading many scholars to believe that his primary concern was not doctrinal, but behavioral.<br/><br/>\n\nSome theologians agree the main theme of Ephesians is in response to the newly converted Jews who often separated themselves from their Gentile brethren. The unity of the church, especially between Jew and Gentile believers, is the keynote of the book. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/ephesians-kjv-by-king-james-version/ |
p originating circumstance multicultural church primarily jewish hellenistic ephesians addresses issues appropriate diverse religious cultural backgrounds present community paul addresses hostility division self interest topic letter leading many scholars believe primary concern doctrinal behavioral br br theologians agree main theme ephesians response newly converted jews often separated gentile brethren unity church especially jew gentile believers keynote book summary wikipedia p |
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3899 |
4348 |
Little Eyolf |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
<p>Henrik Ibsen's 1894 play <i>Little Eyolf</i> tells the story of the Allmers family: the father, Alfred, his wife Rita, their crippled nine-year-old son Eyolf, and Alfred's sister Asta. As the play begins, Alfred has just gotten back from a trip to the mountains, and resolves to spend more time with his son, rather than on intellectual pursuits. Asta is romantically pursued by Borgheim, an engineer, while the cracks in Alfred and Rita's marriage gradually reveal themselves. The family receives a visit from the Rat-Wife, and are never the same again. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Alfred Allmers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Rita Allmers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Eyolf: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3549">Katie Riley</a><br>Asta Allmers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Engineer Borgheim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>The Rat-Wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/little-eyolf-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
p henrik ibsen s 1894 play i little eyolf i tells story allmers family father alfred wife rita crippled nine year old son eyolf alfred s sister asta play begins alfred gotten back trip mountains resolves spend time son rather intellectual pursuits asta romantically pursued borgheim engineer cracks alfred rita s marriage gradually reveal themselves family receives visit rat wife never again summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p alfred allmers a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br rita allmers a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br eyolf a href http librivox org reader 3549 katie riley a br asta allmers a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br engineer borgheim a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br the rat wife a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
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3900 |
4349 |
Gate of the Giant Scissors |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Children's Fiction |
<p>This is the story of Joyce, an American girl who has been sent abroad to France to study, and of her adventures in France, - the wonderful house with the gate of The Giant Scissors, Jules, her little playmate, Sister Denis, the cruel Brossard, and her dear Aunt Kate. (Summary from an original 1898 copy of book.)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-gate-of-the-giant-scissors-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
p this story joyce american girl sent abroad france study adventures france wonderful house gate giant scissors jules little playmate sister denis cruel brossard dear aunt kate summary original 1898 copy book p |
| 3925 |
3901 |
4351 |
Deerslayer - The First Warpath |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The Deerslayer, or The First Warpath (1841) was the last of James Fenimore Cooper’s Leatherstocking tales to be written. Its 1740-1745 time period makes it the first installment chronologically and in the lifetime of the hero of the Leatherstocking tales, Natty Bumppo. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-deerslayer-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
deerslayer first warpath 1841 last james fenimore cooper s leatherstocking tales written 1740 1745 time period makes first installment chronologically lifetime hero leatherstocking tales natty bumppo introduction wikipedia p |
| 3926 |
3902 |
4352 |
Höhlenkinder – Im Pfahlbau |
Alois Theodor Sonnleitner |
Action & Adventure |
Die Höhlenkinder ist eine Jugendbuch-Triologie von Alois Theodor Sonnleitner. Die beiden Waisen Eva und Peter werden in einem entlegenen Gebirgstal von der Aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen, wie Urmenschen zu überleben. Anhand der Beschreibung des Lebenslaufs der beiden Kinder lässt Sonnleitner die Entwicklungsgeschichte der Menschheit von der Steinzeit über die Bronzezeit bis zur Eisenzeit an dem jugendlichen Leser im Zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen.\nDies ist der zweite Band der Trilogie, in dem die Wohnhöhle überflutet wird, und die Kinder erst in eine Erdhütte, und dann in Pfahlbauten im See umziehen. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Sonja)</p> |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/die-hoehlenkinder-im-pfahlbau-by-alois-theodor-sonnleitner/ |
die höhlenkinder ist eine jugendbuch triologie von alois theodor sonnleitner die beiden waisen eva und peter werden einem entlegenen gebirgstal von der aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen wie urmenschen zu überleben anhand der beschreibung des lebenslaufs der beiden kinder lässt sonnleitner die entwicklungsgeschichte der menschheit von der steinzeit über die bronzezeit bis zur eisenzeit dem jugendlichen leser im zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen dies ist der zweite band der trilogie dem die wohnhöhle überflutet wird und die kinder erst eine erdhütte und dann pfahlbauten im see umziehen zusammenfassung von wikipedia und sonja p |
| 3927 |
3903 |
4353 |
J. Poindexter, Colored |
Irvin S. Cobb |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>This comic novel relates the first-person adventures in New York City of Jefferson Poindexter, personal assistant to Cobb's famous Judge Priest, while the judge is vacationing abroad. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/j-poindexter-colored-by-irvin-s-cobb/ |
p this comic novel relates first person adventures new york city jefferson poindexter personal assistant cobb s famous judge priest judge vacationing abroad introduction grant hurlock p |
| 3928 |
3904 |
4355 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 024 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-024-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3929 |
4042 |
4498 |
Grace Harlowe's First Year at Overton College |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General |
<p>Set after the Grace Harlowe High School series, Grace and her friends Miriam and Anne start a new chapter of their lives as Freshmen at Overton College. After various trials and tribulations they earn the respect of the elder classes and become valued members of the school. (Introduction by BumbleVee)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-first-year-at-overton-college-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
p set grace harlowe high school series grace friends miriam anne start new chapter lives freshmen overton college various trials tribulations earn respect elder classes become valued members school introduction bumblevee p |
| 3930 |
3905 |
4356 |
Anatomy of Melancholy Volume 2 |
Robert Burton |
Health & Fitness, Psychology |
<p>The Anatomy of Melancholy is a book by Robert Burton, first published in 1621. On its surface, the book is a medical textbook in which Burton applies his large and varied learning in the scholastic manner to the subject of melancholia (which includes what is now termed clinical depression).<br/><br/>\n\nThough presented as a medical text, The Anatomy of Melancholy is as much a sui generis work of literature as it is a scientific or philosophical text, and Burton addresses far more than his stated subject. In fact, the Anatomy uses melancholy as the lens through which all human emotion and thought may be scrutinized, and virtually the entire contents of a 17th-century library are marshalled into service of this goal.<br/><br/>\n\nBurton is forthright about his intentions in writing the Anatomy — "I write of melancholy by being busy to avoid melancholy," he concedes. This acknowledged desire to distract and amuse himself motivated Burton to produce a wide-ranging document, containing digressions and commentary. Whatever its strengths as a medical text or as a historical document, it is the Anatomy's vast breadth — addressing topics such as digestion, goblins, the geography of America, and others — and the particularly characteristic voice of its author that are most commonly cited by its admirers as the main sources of its appeal. Both satirical and serious in tone, the Anatomy is "vitalized by (Burton's) pervading humour", and Burton's digressive and inclusive style, often verging on a stream of consciousness, consistently informs and animates the text. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1621 |
https://librivox.org/the-anatomy-of-melancholy-volume-2-by-robert-burton/ |
p the anatomy melancholy book robert burton first published 1621 surface book medical textbook burton applies large varied learning scholastic manner subject melancholia which includes termed clinical depression br br though presented medical text anatomy melancholy much sui generis work literature scientific philosophical text burton addresses far stated subject fact anatomy uses melancholy lens human emotion thought may scrutinized virtually entire contents 17th century library marshalled service goal br br burton forthright intentions writing anatomy i write melancholy busy avoid melancholy concedes acknowledged desire distract amuse motivated burton produce wide ranging document containing digressions commentary whatever strengths medical text historical document anatomy s vast breadth addressing topics digestion goblins geography america others particularly characteristic voice author commonly cited admirers main sources appeal satirical serious tone anatomy vitalized burton s pervading humour burton s digressive inclusive style often verging stream consciousness consistently informs animates text summary wikipedia p |
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3906 |
4357 |
Winter's Tale |
William Shakespeare |
Romance |
<p>Mad with jealousy, King Leontes of Sicilia orders his best friend Polixenes killed, his child abandoned, and his wife put on trial for adultery. Sixteen years later, Perdita, raised as a shepherd's daughter, falls in love with Polixenes's royal son and returns to her father's kingdom. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Antigonus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5259">John Doyle</a><br>Archidamus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Autolycus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Camillo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Cleomenes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367">Vicente Costa Filho</a><br>Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5255">Baggz</a><br>Dion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5333">Robert Fletcher</a><br>Dorcas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Emilia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br>First Lady/Servant/Third Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">musicalheart1</a><br>First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5319">Guero</a><br>First Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a><br>Florizel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3367">Dennis D.</a><br>Gentleman/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5133">Jo Karabasz</a><br>Hermione: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Leontes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5385">Rat King</a><br>Mamillius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br>Mariner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mopsa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>Old Shepherd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Paulina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Perdita: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>Polixenes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Second Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Second Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Time: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-winters-tale-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 3932 |
3907 |
4358 |
Sense and Sensibility (version 4) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
When Mr Henry Dashwood dies, with his estate entailed to his son and grandson, his wife and three daughters are left in reduced circumstances. In their new home at Barton Cottage, the two older sisters, Elinor and Marianne, experience both romance and heartache. Will they find true love? (Introduction by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sense-and-sensibility-by-jane-austen-version-4/ |
mr henry dashwood dies estate entailed son grandson wife three daughters left reduced circumstances new home barton cottage two older sisters elinor marianne experience romance heartache find true love introduction karen savage p |
| 3933 |
3908 |
4359 |
Tijl Uilenspiegel in Vlaanderen |
Jan Bruylants |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical Fiction |
Volgens de legende was Uilenspiegel een deugniet die vrij als een vogel in de zestiende eeuw door de Nederlanden trok en iedereen voor de gek hield met zijn streken. Uilenspiegel wordt bijgestaan door zijn goedmoedige dikke vriend Lamme Goedzak en zijn vriendin Nele. Volgens de legende heeft Tijl behalve zijn schelmenreputatie ook de status van verzetsheld tegen de Franse bezetting van de Nederlanden in de 16e eeuw. Hiermee kent de figuur in Vlaanderen nu de reputatie van "geest van Vlaanderen". (Naar Wikipedia) \nDe legende van Tijl Uilenspiegel werd voor het eerst (in het Frans) opgetekend door Charles de Coster in 1867. Het boek werd vele malen in het Vlaams vertaald, op Project Gutenberg, DBNL en andere websites zijn meerdere versies te vinden. Hier wordt voorgelezen uit de tekst van Jan Bruylants.</p> |
Dutch |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tijl-uilenspiegel-in-vlaanderen-by-jan-bruylants/ |
volgens de legende uilenspiegel een deugniet die vrij als een vogel de zestiende eeuw door de nederlanden trok en iedereen voor de gek hield met zijn streken uilenspiegel wordt bijgestaan door zijn goedmoedige dikke vriend lamme goedzak en zijn vriendin nele volgens de legende heeft tijl behalve zijn schelmenreputatie ook de status van verzetsheld tegen de franse bezetting van de nederlanden de 16e eeuw hiermee kent de figuur vlaanderen nu de reputatie van geest van vlaanderen naar wikipedia de legende van tijl uilenspiegel werd voor het eerst in het frans opgetekend door charles de coster 1867 het boek werd vele malen het vlaams vertaald op project gutenberg dbnl en andere websites zijn meerdere versies te vinden hier wordt voorgelezen uit de tekst van jan bruylants p |
| 3934 |
3909 |
4360 |
Wizard |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<P>Described by the author, best known for his King Solomon's Mines, as "a tale of victorious faith," this story begins on a Sunday afternoon in an English church. Most of the book, though, is set in Africa, and the adventure story is as engaging as any of Haggard's African tales. What makes this one different is the religious question: What has happened to miracles in the church? Is there any power left in Jesus' promise, "Whoso that believeth in me, the works that I do he shall do also, and whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do"?</P> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-wizard-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p described author best known king solomon s mines a tale victorious faith story begins sunday afternoon english church book though set africa adventure story engaging haggard s african tales makes one different religious question happened miracles church power left jesus promise whoso believeth me works shall also whatsoever ye shall ask name do p |
| 3935 |
3910 |
4361 |
Five Years of My Life 1894-1899 |
Alfred Dreyfus |
Memoirs, Letters |
Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish captain in the French Army was court martialed in 1894 on a trumped up charge of treason and condemned to life imprisonment on Devil’s island, a penal colony off French Guiana. His prison diary, published as Five Years of My Life in 1901 is a heroic tale of survival against daunting odds: isolation, deprivation, torture . . Alfred left behind in Paris his wife Lucie, who, forbidden to join her husband in exile, struggled to protect their two children from the rampant anti-Semitism that swirled about them, while she begged her husband to hold onto life as she tried to clear his name. Excerpts from the letters that Alfred and Lucie wrote to each other, between Devil’s island and Paris, are included in Five Years. Their letters are one of the great love stories of all times.</p>\n\n“I live only by feverish will from day to day,” Dreyfus wrote to Lucie on September 4, 1897. Imprisoned in a walled-in hut in brutal heat, for months chained to his bed at night so that he could not turn over, watched 24-hours a day by guards who were forbidden to speak to him, denied books to read or any means of exercising, and only at several months lapse receiving any letters from his wife, (and those often just censored copies), his health rapidly deteriorated, but his determination to survive and prove his innocence remained strong. “Truly,” he writes to Lucie, “were it a question of myself alone, long ago would I have gone to seek in the peace of the tomb forgetfulness of all that I have seen, all of that I have heard . . . But my spirit soon revives, quivering with pain, with energy, with implacable desire for the most precious thing in this world, our honor, the honor of our children, the honor of us all.”</p>\n\nLucie writes back with passion and courage: (March 6, 1898) . . .”There are moments when my heart is so swollen, when your sufferings re-echo in my soul with such force, so piercingly, that I can no longer control myself . . .With a supreme effort I seek to reach out to you. Then I believe myself to be near you, I speak softly of hope. All too soon, I am awakened from my dream and brought back to reality by a child’s voice . . “</p>\n\nFive Years of My Life speaks to the fortitude, perseverance, and love of Alfred and Lucie Dreyfus, two innocent people snared in a web of evil. It is a book that unquestionably resonates with us today. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/five-years-of-my-life-1894-1899-by-alfred-dreyfus/ |
alfred dreyfus jewish captain french army court martialed 1894 trumped charge treason condemned life imprisonment devil s island penal colony french guiana prison diary published five years life 1901 heroic tale survival daunting odds isolation deprivation torture alfred left behind paris wife lucie who forbidden join husband exile struggled protect two children rampant anti semitism swirled them begged husband hold onto life tried clear name excerpts letters alfred lucie wrote other devil s island paris included five years letters one great love stories times p i live feverish day day dreyfus wrote lucie september 4 1897 imprisoned walled in hut brutal heat months chained bed night could turn over watched 24 hours day guards forbidden speak him denied books read means exercising several months lapse receiving letters wife and often censored copies health rapidly deteriorated determination survive prove innocence remained strong truly writes lucie were question alone long ago would gone seek peace tomb forgetfulness seen heard spirit soon revives quivering pain energy implacable desire precious thing world honor honor children honor us all p lucie writes back passion courage march 6 1898 there moments heart swollen sufferings re echo soul force piercingly longer control with supreme effort seek reach you believe near you speak softly hope soon awakened dream brought back reality child s voice p five years life speaks fortitude perseverance love alfred lucie dreyfus two innocent people snared web evil book unquestionably resonates us today summary sue anderson p |
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3911 |
4362 |
Altar of the Dead |
Henry James |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>A fable of literally life and death significance, the story explores how the protagonist tries to keep the remembrance of his dead friends, to save them from being forgotten entirely in the rush of everyday events. He meets a woman who shares his ideals, only to find that the past places what seems to be an impassable barrier between them. Although James was not religious in any conventional sense, the story shows a deep spirituality in its treatment of mortality and the transcendent power of unselfish love. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-altar-of-the-dead-by-henry-james/ |
p a fable literally life death significance story explores protagonist tries keep remembrance dead friends save forgotten entirely rush everyday events meets woman shares ideals find past places seems impassable barrier them although james religious conventional sense story shows deep spirituality treatment mortality transcendent power unselfish love introduction wikipedia p |
| 3937 |
3912 |
4363 |
Translations & Imitations of German Ballads |
Sir Walter Scott |
Poetry |
<p>The narrative poems in this collection are written by Sir Walter Scott - the well-known Scottish poet and novelist. Each of these five poems are based loosely upon German ballads: rewritten in flowing English meter.\n<br></br>\n* The Chase - a.k.a. The Wild Huntsman - A profligate, noble-born keeper of the royal forest - avidly addicted to the pleasures of the hunt - cruelly uses and mistreats his fellow-men. One day God's messengers come to test him: executing sentence immediately in just proportion to the huntsman's responses.<br></br>\n* William & Helen - William - long thought dead - unexpectedly returns at midnight from the crusades to marry his betrothed. Helen - relieved at his return - joyfully agree,s after initial misgivings: follows him on horseback into the night. Approaching the church in which they will celebrate their wedding: it is clear to Helen that all is not what it seems. But, with their mutual love strong enough to transcend death itself - what can possibly go wrong?<br></br>\n* The Fire King - Count Albert never returns from crusade: having being imprisoned by Saracens. Rosalie, his betrothed, swears to leave at once for Lebanon to find him. Rosalie succeeds - but alas, all is changed between them forever: and their parting is death itself.<br></br>\n* Frederick & Alice - Frederick breaks troth and abandons the beautiful Alice: sending her mad with grief. But Alice contrives to meet her faithless lover once more: beyond the grave.<br></br>\n* The Erl-King - The Erl-King (or Oak-King) sings for the soul of a human boy: who cringes for dear life within the arms of his father riding home through the dreary wood. But do spirits really have power to charm away the lives of the living?<br></br>\n\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/translations-imitations-of-german-ballads-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p the narrative poems collection written sir walter scott well known scottish poet novelist five poems based loosely upon german ballads rewritten flowing english meter br br chase a k a wild huntsman profligate noble born keeper royal forest avidly addicted pleasures hunt cruelly uses mistreats fellow men one day god s messengers come test him executing sentence immediately proportion huntsman s responses br br william helen william long thought dead unexpectedly returns midnight crusades marry betrothed helen relieved return joyfully agree s initial misgivings follows horseback night approaching church celebrate wedding clear helen seems but mutual love strong enough transcend death possibly go wrong br br fire king count albert never returns crusade imprisoned saracens rosalie betrothed swears leave lebanon find him rosalie succeeds alas changed forever parting death itself br br frederick alice frederick breaks troth abandons beautiful alice sending mad grief alice contrives meet faithless lover more beyond grave br br erl king erl king or oak king sings soul human boy cringes dear life within arms father riding home dreary wood spirits really power charm away lives living br br introduction godsend p |
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3913 |
4364 |
Clayhanger |
Arnold Bennett |
Literary Fiction |
This first of a trilogy of novels is a coming-of-age story set in the Midlands of Victorian England, following Edwin Clayhanger as he leaves school, takes over the family business, and falls in love.<BR>The books are set in Bennett's usual setting of "the 5 Towns", a thinly-disguised version of the six towns of "the Potteries" which amalgamated (at the time of which Bennett was writing) into the borough (and later city) of Stoke-on-Trent.<BR>In one of the earlier chapters in the book, Bennett writes that Edwin had only heard of a philosopher as 'someone who made the best of a bad job' and in some ways that is what Edwin has to do in the book - survive under a stifling layer of conduct imposed by his father, his church and the society he is part of.<BR>(Introduction by Wikipedia, summarised by seasound11)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/clayhanger-by-arnold-bennett/ |
first trilogy novels coming of age story set midlands victorian england following edwin clayhanger leaves school takes family business falls love br the books set bennett s usual setting the 5 towns thinly disguised version six towns the potteries amalgamated at time bennett writing borough and later city stoke on trent br in one earlier chapters book bennett writes edwin heard philosopher someone made best bad job ways edwin book survive stifling layer conduct imposed father church society part of br introduction wikipedia summarised seasound11 p |
| 3939 |
3914 |
4365 |
Being a Boy |
Charles Dudley Warner |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Warner's thoughtful and often humorous memoir of his life as a young farm-boy in Charlemont, Massachusetts. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/being-a-boy-by-charles-dudley-warner/ |
p warner s thoughtful often humorous memoir life young farm boy charlemont massachusetts introduction mark penfold p |
| 3940 |
3915 |
4366 |
Highways and Byways in Sussex |
E. V. Lucas |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
A very personal and opinionated wander through the Sussex of around 1900, illustrated with anecdotes, literary and poetic quotations, gravestone epitaphs and a gentle sense of humour. The author colours the countryside with his nostalgia for times past and regret for the encroaching future, his resentment of churches with locked doors, and his love of deer parks, ruined castles and the silent hills.<br><br>(I must add my apologies for my attempts at the Sussex dialect in the chapter on that subject.)<br><br>[This book is of Reading Grade of 9.55 (i.e. equivalent to 9½ years of U.S. education. Reading Ease score of 63.72 (on a scale from 100 to 0 .. where 65 is easy, 30 a little hard, 0 difficult). These are Flesch-Kincaid readability scores.] </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/highways-and-byways-in-sussex-by-e-v-lucas/ |
personal opinionated wander sussex around 1900 illustrated anecdotes literary poetic quotations gravestone epitaphs gentle sense humour author colours countryside nostalgia times past regret encroaching future resentment churches locked doors love deer parks ruined castles silent hills br br i must add apologies attempts sussex dialect chapter subject br br this book reading grade 9 55 i e equivalent 9½ years u s education reading ease score 63 72 on scale 100 0 65 easy 30 little hard 0 difficult flesch kincaid readability scores p |
| 3941 |
3916 |
4367 |
Monadology |
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Science |
<em>The Monadology</em> (<em>La Monadologie</em>, 1714) is one of Gottfried Leibniz’s best known works representing his later philosophy. It is a short text which sketches in some 90 paragraphs a metaphysics of simple substances, or monads. What he proposed can be seen as a modification of occasionalism developed by latter-day Cartesians. Leibniz surmised that there are indefinitely many substances individually 'programmed' to act in a predetermined way, each program being coordinated with all the others. This is the pre-established harmony which solved the mind body problem at the cost of declaring any interaction between substances a mere appearance, something which Leibniz accepted. Indeed it was space itself which became an appearance as in his system there was no need for distinguishing inside from outside. True substances were explained as metaphysical points which, Leibniz asserted, are both real and exact — mathematical points being exact but not real and physical ones being real but not exact. \n(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-monadology-by-gottfried-wilhelm-leibniz/ |
em the monadology em em la monadologie em 1714 one gottfried leibniz s best known works representing later philosophy short text sketches 90 paragraphs metaphysics simple substances monads proposed seen modification occasionalism developed latter day cartesians leibniz surmised indefinitely many substances individually programmed act predetermined way program coordinated others pre established harmony solved mind body problem cost declaring interaction substances mere appearance something leibniz accepted indeed space became appearance system need distinguishing inside outside true substances explained metaphysical points which leibniz asserted real exact mathematical points exact real physical ones real exact summary wikipedia p |
| 3942 |
3918 |
4369 |
Novelas Ejemplares |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Las Novelas ejemplares son una serie de doce novelas cortas que Miguel de Cervantes escribió entre 1590 y 1612. En un principio recibieron el nombre de Novelas ejemplares de honestísimo entretenimiento. Su denominación de ejemplares obedece a que son el primer ejemplo en castellano de este tipo de novelas y al carácter didáctico y moral que incluyen en alguna medida los relatos. Se suelen agrupar en dos series: las de carácter idealista y las de carácter realista. Las primeras se caracterizan por tratar argumentos de enredos amorosos con gran abundancia de acontecimientos, por la presencia de personajes idealizados y sin evolución psicológica y por el escaso reflejo de la realidad. Se agrupan aquí: El amante liberal, Las dos doncellas, La española inglesa, La señora Cornelia y La fuerza de la sangre. Las de carácter realista atienden más a la descripción de ambientes y personajes realistas, con intención crítica muchas veces. Son los relatos más conocidos: Rinconete y Cortadillo, El licenciado Vidriera, La gitanilla, El coloquio de los perros o La ilustre fregona. No obstante, la separación entre los dos grupos no es tajante y, por ejemplo, en las novelas más realistas se pueden encontrar también elementos idealizantes. (Introducción reelaborada de Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1613 |
https://librivox.org/novelas-ejemplares-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
las novelas ejemplares son una serie de doce novelas cortas que miguel de cervantes escribió entre 1590 1612 en un principio recibieron el nombre de novelas ejemplares de honestísimo entretenimiento su denominación de ejemplares obedece que son el primer ejemplo en castellano de este tipo de novelas al carácter didáctico moral que incluyen en alguna medida los relatos se suelen agrupar en dos series las de carácter idealista las de carácter realista las primeras se caracterizan por tratar argumentos de enredos amorosos con gran abundancia de acontecimientos por la presencia de personajes idealizados sin evolución psicológica por el escaso reflejo de la realidad se agrupan aquí el amante liberal las dos doncellas la española inglesa la señora cornelia la fuerza de la sangre las de carácter realista atienden más la descripción de ambientes personajes realistas con intención crítica muchas veces son los relatos más conocidos rinconete cortadillo el licenciado vidriera la gitanilla el coloquio de los perros la ilustre fregona obstante la separación entre los dos grupos es tajante y por ejemplo en las novelas más realistas se pueden encontrar también elementos idealizantes introducción reelaborada de wikipedia p |
| 3943 |
3919 |
4370 |
Falklandjes |
Herman Heijermans, Jr. |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Herman Heijermans publiceerde onder het pseudoniem Samuel Falkland columns vanaf 1894 in De Telegraaf en later vanaf 1896 in het Algemeen Handelsblad. Hij maakte er meer dan 600 waaruit we er 52 hebben gekozen voor deze bloem(voor)lezing. De verhaaltjes zijn eenvoudige schetsen uit het volksleven, soms ontroerend, soms komisch.</p> |
Dutch |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/falklandjes-by-herman-heijermans-jr/ |
herman heijermans publiceerde onder het pseudoniem samuel falkland columns vanaf 1894 de telegraaf en later vanaf 1896 het algemeen handelsblad hij maakte er meer dan 600 waaruit er 52 hebben gekozen voor deze bloem voor lezing de verhaaltjes zijn eenvoudige schetsen uit het volksleven soms ontroerend soms komisch p |
| 3944 |
3920 |
4371 |
19 de Marzo y el 2 de Mayo |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>El 19 de Marzo y el 2 de Mayo es la tercera novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Continúa con la historia del joven gaditano Gabriel de Araceli, quien es también protagonista de los dos anteriores episodios, <i>La Corte de Carlos IV</i> y <i>Trafalgar</i>. La vida de Gabriel transcurre entre idas y venidas de la capital a Aranjuez, donde su novia Inés, huérfana, vive recogida por su tío, párroco de Aranjuez y protegido del Primer Ministro Manuel de Godoy, de quien dice ser paisano y amigo. Gabriel será testigo directo del Motín de Aranjuez del 19 de Marzo. Inés es recogida contra su voluntad en casa de dos parientes de su madre, los hermanos Requejo, quienes la mantienen encerrada. Requejo sabe que Inés es hija de una rica Condesa, y pretende casarse con ella para conseguir su fortuna. Gabriel consigue trabajo en casa de Requejo para estar cerca de Inés, prometiendo liberarla de su encierro. Utilizará su ingenio y sus dotes para la intriga, desarrolladas durante su estancia en la corte (episodio segundo, <i>La Corte de Carlos IV</i>) y tramará un plan para sacar a Inés de casa de Requejo, embaucando a Juan de Dios, otro empleado de Requejo también enamorado de Inés. (Extracto de Wikipedia)</p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
p el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo es la tercera novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós continúa con la historia del joven gaditano gabriel de araceli quien es también protagonista de los dos anteriores episodios i la corte de carlos iv i i trafalgar i la vida de gabriel transcurre entre idas venidas de la capital aranjuez donde su novia inés huérfana vive recogida por su tío párroco de aranjuez protegido del primer ministro manuel de godoy de quien dice ser paisano amigo gabriel será testigo directo del motín de aranjuez del 19 de marzo inés es recogida contra su voluntad en casa de dos parientes de su madre los hermanos requejo quienes la mantienen encerrada requejo sabe que inés es hija de una rica condesa pretende casarse con ella para conseguir su fortuna gabriel consigue trabajo en casa de requejo para estar cerca de inés prometiendo liberarla de su encierro utilizará su ingenio sus dotes para la intriga desarrolladas durante su estancia en la corte episodio segundo i la corte de carlos iv i tramará un plan para sacar inés de casa de requejo embaucando juan de dios otro empleado de requejo también enamorado de inés extracto de wikipedia p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br br |
| 3945 |
3921 |
4372 |
Farmer's Boy |
Clifton Johnson |
Children's Fiction |
A year in the life of a New England farm boy at the end of the 19th century (Introduction by LC)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-farmers-boy-by-clifton-johnson/ |
year life new england farm boy end 19th century introduction lc p |
| 3946 |
3922 |
4373 |
Dead Alive |
Wilkie Collins |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Ill feelings exist between the Meadowcroft sons and John Jago, the foreman of the Meadowcroft estate. Then, John Jago disappears, and a body is found in a kiln. The Meadowcroft brothers stand accused of the crime, but are they guilty? The Dead Alive is a novel written by Wilkie Collins based on the true-life Boorn Brothers murder conviction case of 1819. Jesse and Stephen Boorn were sentenced to death for the murder of their brother-in-law, but were they wrongly convicted? (Summary by M Z Spark, Phil, and Barry)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-alive-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p ill feelings exist meadowcroft sons john jago foreman meadowcroft estate then john jago disappears body found kiln meadowcroft brothers stand accused crime guilty dead alive novel written wilkie collins based true life boorn brothers murder conviction case 1819 jesse stephen boorn sentenced death murder brother in law wrongly convicted summary z spark phil barry p |
| 3947 |
3923 |
4374 |
Kottō : being Japanese curios, with sundry cobwebs |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Kottō contains 20 Japanese stories, collected from different sources and translated by Lafcadio Hearn. The types of stories in this collection are widespread: There are old ghost stories Hearn is best known for (The Legend of Yurei-Daki), his own observations and musings (Pathological), as well as the translation of 'A Woman's Diary', a touching account of the life of the poorer classes in Tokyo, written at the end of the 19th century. (Summary by Availle)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/kotto-being-japanese-curios-with-sundry-cobwebs-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
p kotto contains 20 japanese stories collected different sources translated lafcadio hearn types stories collection widespread old ghost stories hearn best known the legend yurei daki observations musings pathological well translation a woman s diary touching account life poorer classes tokyo written end 19th century summary availle p |
| 3948 |
3924 |
4375 |
History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless, Vol. 1 |
Eliza Haywood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p>The flirtations of a rich young maiden, Miss Betsy Thoughtless with several suitors, as she alienates the right man by refusing to take the issue of marriage seriously. Because of this her guardian commits her to marriage to the wrong man, a situation over which she has little control. As the heroine describes her fate, this text exposes the institution of marriage, the powerlessness of women and the double standards held during that time.(Introduction by Joyce Martin)</p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-miss-betsy-thoughtless-volume-1-by-eliza-haywood/ |
p the flirtations rich young maiden miss betsy thoughtless several suitors alienates right man refusing take issue marriage seriously guardian commits marriage wrong man situation little control heroine describes fate text exposes institution marriage powerlessness women double standards held time introduction joyce martin p |
| 3949 |
3925 |
4376 |
When Lighthouses are Dark: a Story of a Lake Superior Island |
Ethel C. Brill |
Action & Adventure |
The story of four children stranded on a Lake Superior island. They take refuge in a deserted lighthouse hoping to survive the winter. (Summary by Betsie Bush) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/when-lighthouses-are-dark-by-ethel-c-brill/ |
story four children stranded lake superior island take refuge deserted lighthouse hoping survive winter summary betsie bush |
| 3950 |
4043 |
4499 |
In The Long Run |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of In The Long Run by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 11th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-long-run-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings long run ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project july 11th 2010 p |
| 3951 |
3926 |
4377 |
Priester und Detektiv (Pater Brown Geschichten) |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Pater Brown ist ein englischer katholischer Pfarrer, der als Hobby Kriminalfälle löst. Dies gelingt ihm, indem er sich in den Täter hineinversetzt, dabei das Verbrechen selbst begeht, wie er sagt. Dabei ist er aber weniger daran interessiert, Verbrecher der irdischen Gerechtigkeit auszuliefern, sondern er will sie zu Gott führen; eine freiwillige Beichte des Täters genügt ihm. Dabei spielt es für ihn keine Rolle, welches Amt diese Person bekleidet. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/priester-und-detektiv-pater-brown-geschichten-by-chesterton-g-k/ |
p pater brown ist ein englischer katholischer pfarrer der als hobby kriminalfälle löst dies gelingt ihm indem er sich den täter hineinversetzt dabei das verbrechen selbst begeht wie er sagt dabei ist er aber weniger daran interessiert verbrecher der irdischen gerechtigkeit auszuliefern sondern er sie zu gott führen eine freiwillige beichte des täters genügt ihm dabei spielt es für ihn keine rolle welches amt diese person bekleidet zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 3952 |
3927 |
4378 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 008 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 008: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-008-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 008 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 3953 |
3928 |
4379 |
Carnacki, the Ghost Finder |
William Hope Hodgson |
Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Thomas Carnacki was a detective of the supernatural, created for a series of short stories by Wiliam Hope Hodgson. Hodsgon, also a noted photographer and bodybuilder, might have created more stories for this intrepid sleuth of the occult, but he unfortunately died at the youthful age of 40 in World War I. (Introduction by Samanem)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/carnacki-the-ghost-finder-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
p thomas carnacki detective supernatural created series short stories wiliam hope hodgson hodsgon also noted photographer bodybuilder might created stories intrepid sleuth occult unfortunately died youthful age 40 world war i introduction samanem p |
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3929 |
4380 |
Riddle of the Frozen Flame |
Thomas W. Hanshew |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />Another full-length mystery story featuring Hamilton Cleek, whom we met first in <a href="http://librivox.org/cleek-the-man-of-the-forty-faces-by-thomas-w-hanshew/"><i>Cleek: The Man of the Forty Faces</i></a>. This time, Cleek investigates the sinister disappearance of people and the mysterious appearance of flames at night in the desolate Fens, and his friend Superintendent Narkom of Scotland Yard tries to solve some tricky cases of bank robberies in London.<br /><br />While not quite up to the standard we have come to expect from previous Cleek adventures, it is still quite a jolly romp, and Cleek's cockney sidekick Dollops is always good fun. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-riddle-of-the-frozen-flame-by-mary-e-hanshew-and-thomas-w-hanshew/ |
br another full length mystery story featuring hamilton cleek met first a href http librivox org cleek the man of the forty faces by thomas w hanshew i cleek man forty faces i a time cleek investigates sinister disappearance people mysterious appearance flames night desolate fens friend superintendent narkom scotland yard tries solve tricky cases bank robberies london br br while quite standard come expect previous cleek adventures still quite jolly romp cleek s cockney sidekick dollops always good fun introduction ruth golding br br |
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3930 |
4381 |
Cinder Pond |
Carroll Watson Rankin |
Children's Fiction, Family Life, General |
<p>Years ago, a manufacturer built a great dock, jutting out from and then turning parallel to the shore of a northern Michigan town. The factory was abandoned, and following the habits of small towns, the space between the dock and the shore became "The Cinder Pond." Jean started life in the colony of squatters that came to live in the shanties on the dock, but fortune, heroism, and a mystery combine to change her fortunes and those of her friends near the Cinder Pond. (Advertising material from the publisher, 1915)</p><p>More than one girl who reads this story will envy Jeanne her queer little home out on the end of the old dock in Lake Superior. It must indeed have been a fascinating place to live, but Jeanne's father, a gentleman himself, wanted her to grow up to be a lady, so she was sent away to be trained and educated among strangers. They were her own relatives, but they could never be anything but strangers to her, for they had no love in their hearts for the little girl who had come to make a home with them. Only her grandfather learned to love her, for she filled a bright place in his lonely life, and the story tells how he showed his feeling for her and how she was able to go back to Cinder Pond to help her little stepbrothers and -sisters. (<i>Book Review Digest</i>, vol. 11, 1916)</p><p>An interesting story of a little French girl, who lived with her step-family on a dock near the Cinder Pond and who after several trying experiences finds a good home and real joy in helping care for her several step-brothers and sisters. Though reason for the marriage of Jeannette's father to a shiftless, but kindly Irish woman is unnecessarily emphasized, the story is a very usable one, stamped with Jeanne's friendliness and sincerity. (<i>The Booklist</i>, vol 12, Oct. 1915--July, 1916)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-cinder-pond-by-carroll-watson-rankin/ |
p years ago manufacturer built great dock jutting turning parallel shore northern michigan town factory abandoned following habits small towns space dock shore became the cinder pond jean started life colony squatters came live shanties dock fortune heroism mystery combine change fortunes friends near cinder pond advertising material publisher 1915 p p more one girl reads story envy jeanne queer little home end old dock lake superior must indeed fascinating place live jeanne s father gentleman himself wanted grow lady sent away trained educated among strangers relatives could never anything strangers her love hearts little girl come make home them grandfather learned love her filled bright place lonely life story tells showed feeling able go back cinder pond help little stepbrothers sisters i book review digest i vol 11 1916 p p an interesting story little french girl lived step family dock near cinder pond several trying experiences finds good home real joy helping care several step brothers sisters though reason marriage jeannette s father shiftless kindly irish woman unnecessarily emphasized story usable one stamped jeanne s friendliness sincerity i the booklist i vol 12 oct 1915 july 1916 p |
| 3956 |
3931 |
4382 |
Mabinogion, Volume 1 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
Sample a moment of magic realism from the Red Book of Hergest:<br /><br />On one side of the river he saw a flock of white sheep, and on the other a flock of black sheep. And whenever one of the white sheep bleated, one of the black sheep would cross over, and become white; and when one of the black sheep bleated, one of the white sheep would cross over, and become black.<br /><br />Before passing on to the Mabinogion proper, Lady Charlotte Guest devotes Volume I of her compilation of medieval Welsh tales to three brief romances of Arthur’s Court. The centrepiece is the story of Peredur, the Dumb Youth – known elsewhere as Perceval, Parzifal, the Holy Fool, et al.<br /><br />This is the violent world of satin-clad knights and their clashing encounters, peremptory slayings of giants and cave-dwelling monsters – a world where love is as sudden and final as death. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-mabinogion-volume-1/ |
sample moment magic realism red book hergest br br on one side river saw flock white sheep flock black sheep whenever one white sheep bleated one black sheep would cross over become white one black sheep bleated one white sheep would cross over become black br br before passing mabinogion proper lady charlotte guest devotes volume compilation medieval welsh tales three brief romances arthur s court centrepiece story peredur dumb youth known elsewhere perceval parzifal holy fool et al br br this violent world satin clad knights clashing encounters peremptory slayings giants cave dwelling monsters world love sudden final death introduction martin geeson p |
| 3957 |
3932 |
4383 |
Ulysses (version 2): Circe reader assignments |
James Joyce |
|
The audio files for the Circe episode can be found on the Ulysses catalog page <a href="https://librivox.org/ulysses-version-2-by-james-joyce/">here</a>. There are no audio files on this catalog page. It is maintained to preserve a record of the Circe reader assignments. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ulysses-version-2-circe-episode-by-james-joyce/ |
audio files circe episode found ulysses catalog page a href https librivox org ulysses version 2 by james joyce here a audio files catalog page maintained preserve record circe reader assignments |
| 3958 |
3933 |
4384 |
Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex, Part 1 |
Charles Darwin |
*Non-fiction, Science |
A book on evolutionary theory by English naturalist Charles Darwin, first published in 1871. It was Darwin's second great book on evolutionary theory, following his 1859 work, On The Origin of Species. In The Descent of Man, Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual selection. The book discusses many related issues, including evolutionary psychology, evolutionary ethics, differences between human races, differences between sexes, the superiority of men to women, and the relevance of the evolutionary theory to society.(Summary by Wikipedia)\n<br><br>NOTE - In this audio version , many of Darwin's references to his sources have been omitted. People wishing to follow-up the references will find them all given in the text version.</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-descent-of-man-and-selection-in-relation-to-sex-part-1-by-charles-darwin/ |
book evolutionary theory english naturalist charles darwin first published 1871 darwin s second great book evolutionary theory following 1859 work origin species descent man darwin applies evolutionary theory human evolution details theory sexual selection book discusses many related issues including evolutionary psychology evolutionary ethics differences human races differences sexes superiority men women relevance evolutionary theory society summary wikipedia br br note audio version many darwin s references sources omitted people wishing follow up references find given text version p |
| 3959 |
3934 |
4385 |
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Version 2) |
Jules Verne |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Professor Pierre Aronnax is an academic whose thirst for knowledge carries him out of his ivory tower and on the trail of a mysterious sea beast. His curiosity at last is satiated when he finds himself in the belly of the beast-- that is, on board the incredible submarine the Nautilus, courtesy of its mysterious pilot Captain Nemo and in the company of his servant Conseil and sailor Ned Land. (Introduction by Piper Hale)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/20000-leagues-under-the-seas-by-jules-verne/ |
p professor pierre aronnax academic whose thirst knowledge carries ivory tower trail mysterious sea beast curiosity last satiated finds belly beast is board incredible submarine nautilus courtesy mysterious pilot captain nemo company servant conseil sailor ned land introduction piper hale p |
| 3960 |
3935 |
4386 |
Talks by Abdul Baha Given in Paris |
Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás |
Modern, Other religions |
“Much has already been written of the visit of Abdul Baha, Abbas Effendi, to Europe,” writes Lady Blomfield in her Preface to Paris Talks, “During his stay at Paris at 4, Avenue de Comoens, he gave short “Talks” each morning to those who crowded, eager to hear His Teaching. These listeners were of many Nationalities and types of thought, learned and unlearned, members of various religious sects, Theosophists and Agnostics, Materialists and Spiritualists, etc., etc. Abdul Baha spoke in Persian, which was translated into French. Of these “Talks” my two daughters, my friend and I took notes. Many friends asked us to publish these notes in English, but we hesitated. At length when Abdul Baha himself asked us to do so we, of course, consented—in spite of our feeling that our pen is “too weak for such high message.”” Paris Talks is a book transcribed from talks given by `Abdu'l-Bahá, the son and successor of Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith, while in Paris. It was originally published as “Talks by `Abdu'l-Bahá Given in Paris” in 1912. `Abdu'l-Bahá did not read and authenticate the transcripts of his talks in Paris, and thus the authenticity of the talks is not known. Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith, has said that while the texts are not authenticated, the compilations can still be used by Bahá’ís and in the future work will be done to find which parts are authentic. Lady Blomfield's copious notes are the basis of the volume. Lady Sara Louisa Blomfield [née Ryan] (1859-1939), who was given the title of Sitárih Khánum by `Abdu'l-Bahá, was the second wife to noted Victorian era architect Sir Arthur Blomfield, who died in 1899. She became a Bahá’í in 1907 and later served on the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the British Isles for eight of its first eleven years. (Introduction by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/talks-by-abdul-baha-given-in-paris-by-abdul-baha-abbas/ |
much already written visit abdul baha abbas effendi europe writes lady blomfield preface paris talks during stay paris 4 avenue de comoens gave short talks morning crowded eager hear teaching listeners many nationalities types thought learned unlearned members various religious sects theosophists agnostics materialists spiritualists etc etc abdul baha spoke persian translated french talks two daughters friend took notes many friends asked us publish notes english hesitated length abdul baha asked us we course consented in spite feeling pen too weak high message paris talks book transcribed talks given abdu l bahá son successor bahá u lláh founder bahá í faith paris originally published talks abdu l bahá given paris 1912 abdu l bahá read authenticate transcripts talks paris thus authenticity talks known shoghi effendi guardian bahá í faith said texts authenticated compilations still used bahá ís future work done find parts authentic lady blomfield s copious notes basis volume lady sara louisa blomfield née ryan 1859 1939 given title sitárih khánum abdu l bahá second wife noted victorian era architect sir arthur blomfield died 1899 became bahá í 1907 later served national spiritual assembly bahá ís british isles eight first eleven years introduction nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 3961 |
3936 |
4387 |
Intrusion of Jimmy |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>The action begins with playboy bachelor Jimmy Pitt in New York; having fallen in love on a transatlantic liner, he befriends a small-time burglar and breaks into a police captain's house as a result of a bet. The cast of characters head to England, and from there on it is a typically Wodehousian romantic farce, set at the stately Dreever Castle, overflowing with imposters, detectives, crooks, scheming lovers and conniving aunts.\r\n(from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-intrusion-of-jimmy-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p the action begins playboy bachelor jimmy pitt new york fallen love transatlantic liner befriends small time burglar breaks police captain s house result bet cast characters head england typically wodehousian romantic farce set stately dreever castle overflowing imposters detectives crooks scheming lovers conniving aunts from wikipedia p |
| 3962 |
3937 |
4388 |
Secret Sharer |
Joseph Conrad |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>A young untested ship captain finds a man named Leggatt clinging to the side of his ship. The Captain makes the unusual decision to hide Leggatt in his quarters. What is he thinking? Conrad will tell us. - The Secret Sharer was first published in the August and September 1910 issues of Harper’s Magazine (Summary by Gregg Margarite) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-sharer-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p a young untested ship captain finds man named leggatt clinging side ship captain makes unusual decision hide leggatt quarters thinking conrad tell us secret sharer first published august september 1910 issues harper s magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3963 |
3938 |
4389 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 038 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-038-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 3964 |
3939 |
4390 |
This World Is Taboo |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
<p>Calhoun is an Interstellar Medical Serviceman, and he's needed on Dara. Trouble is: Dara is forbidden. Taboo. And breaking quarantine will make Calhoun a presumed plague-carrier and subject to being shot on sight by anyone from Weald. But hey! If he did the smart thing, we wouldn't have a story!<br />But why are men from <u>Dara</u> shooting at him? <br />(Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/this-world-is-taboo-by-murray-leinster/ |
p calhoun interstellar medical serviceman he s needed dara trouble is dara forbidden taboo breaking quarantine make calhoun presumed plague carrier subject shot sight anyone weald hey smart thing story br but men u dara u shooting him br summary mark f smith p |
| 3965 |
3940 |
4391 |
Trojan Women (Murray Translation) |
Euripides |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Tragedy |
<p>Euripides' play follows the fates of the women of Troy after their city has been sacked, their husbands killed, and as their remaining families are about to be taken away as slaves. However, it begins first with the gods Athena and Poseidon discussing ways to punish the Greek armies because they condoned Ajax the Lesser for dragging Cassandra away from Athena's temple. What follows shows how much the Trojan women have suffered as their grief is compounded when the Greeks dole out additional deaths and divide their shares of women. This translation by Gilbert Murray was published in 1915. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Poseidon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Pallas Athena: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a><br>Hecuba: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Chorus leader: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1988">Ransom</a><br>Chorus 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5425">Kelseigh</a><br>Chorus 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4294">Jessamy Gloor</a><br>Chorus 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni</a><br>Chorus 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5348">Michele McNeal</a><br>Chorus 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Talthybius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5248">Don Stirno</a><br>Cassandra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Andromache: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Menelaus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>Helen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-trojan-women-by-euripides/ |
p euripides play follows fates women troy city sacked husbands killed remaining families taken away slaves however begins first gods athena poseidon discussing ways punish greek armies condoned ajax lesser dragging cassandra away athena s temple follows shows much trojan women suffered grief compounded greeks dole additional deaths divide shares women translation gilbert murray published 1915 summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p poseidon a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br pallas athena a href http librivox org reader 5285 sweetlilbirdy a br hecuba a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br chorus leader a href http librivox org reader 1988 ransom a br chorus 2 a href http librivox org reader 5425 kelseigh a br chorus 3 a href http librivox org reader 4294 jessamy gloor a br chorus 4 a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni a br chorus 5 a href http librivox org reader 5348 michele mcneal a br chorus 6 a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br talthybius a href http librivox org reader 5248 don stirno a br cassandra a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br andromache a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br menelaus a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br helen a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 3966 |
3941 |
4392 |
Little Homer's Slate |
Eugene Field |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Little Homer's Slate by Eugene Field. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 6th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-homers-slate-by-eugene-field/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings little homer s slate eugene field fortnightly poetry project june 6th 2010 p |
| 3967 |
3942 |
4393 |
Sad Case |
Edgar Fawcett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of A Sad Case by Edgar Fawcett. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 6th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-sad-case-by-edgar-fawcett/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings sad case edgar fawcett weekly poetry project june 6th 2010 p |
| 3968 |
3943 |
4394 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 010 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-010-by/ |
p a collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 3969 |
3944 |
4395 |
Growth of the Soil |
Knut Hamsun |
General Fiction |
<p>Growth of the Soil (Markens Grøde) is the novel by Norwegian writer Knut Hamsun which won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1920. The essential elements of this novel are expressed in the words of the English translator W.W. Worster in his footnote in December 1920: 'It is the life story of a man in the wilds, the genesis and gradual development of a homestead, the unit of humanity, in the unfilled, uncleared tracts that still remain in the Norwegian Highlands. It is an epic of earth; the history of a microcosm. Its dominant note is one of patient strength and simplicity; the mainstay of its working is the tacit, stern, yet loving alliance between Nature and the Man who faces her himself, trusting to himself and her for the physical means of life, and the spiritual contentment with life which she must grant if he be worthy. . .The story is epic in its magnitude, in its calm, steady progress and unhurrying rhythm, in its vast and intimate humanity. The author looks upon his characters with a great, all-tolerant sympathy, aloof yet kindly, as a god.' (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/growth-of-the-soil-by-knut-hamsun/ |
p growth soil markens grøde novel norwegian writer knut hamsun nobel prize literature 1920 essential elements novel expressed words english translator w w worster footnote december 1920 it life story man wilds genesis gradual development homestead unit humanity unfilled uncleared tracts still remain norwegian highlands epic earth history microcosm dominant note one patient strength simplicity mainstay working tacit stern yet loving alliance nature man faces himself trusting physical means life spiritual contentment life must grant worthy the story epic magnitude calm steady progress unhurrying rhythm vast intimate humanity author looks upon characters great all tolerant sympathy aloof yet kindly god introduction wikipedia p |
| 3970 |
3945 |
4396 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 025 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-025-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres p |
| 3971 |
3946 |
4397 |
Contending Forces |
Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, despite an impressive record of productivity and creativity as a novelist, playwright, short fiction writer, editor, actress, and singer, is an African-American woman writer who has essentially been consigned to the dustbins of American literary history. Though contemporary with Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, Charles W. Chesnutt, and Paul Laurence Dunbar, Hopkins is only now beginning to receive the kind of critical attention that Harper has enjoyed for a slightly longer period and that Chesnutt and Dunbar have always had. Hopkins had work published in several genres, but her reputation today rests primarily upon Contending Forces: A Romance Illustrative of Negro Life North and South, the novel she published in 1900. (Introduction by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/contending-forces-by-pauline-elizabeth-hopkins/ |
p pauline elizabeth hopkins despite impressive record productivity creativity novelist playwright short fiction writer editor actress singer african american woman writer essentially consigned dustbins american literary history though contemporary frances ellen watkins harper charles w chesnutt paul laurence dunbar hopkins beginning receive kind critical attention harper enjoyed slightly longer period chesnutt dunbar always had hopkins work published several genres reputation today rests primarily upon contending forces romance illustrative negro life north south novel published 1900 introduction margaret p |
| 3972 |
3947 |
4398 |
Colloqui |
Guido Gustavo Gozzano |
Poetry |
Abbandonati gli studi giuridici nel 1908 [Gozzano] si dedica completamente alla poesia e nel 1911 pubblica il suo più importante libro, <b><i>I colloqui</i></b>, i cui componimenti sono divisi, secondo un progetto ben preciso, in tre sezioni: <i>Il giovenile errore</I>, <i>Alle soglie</i>, <i>Il reduce</i>. Il successo avuto con <b><i>I colloqui</b></i> valse a Gozzano una grande richiesta di collaborazione giornalistica con importanti riviste e quotidiani, come La Stampa, La lettura, La Donna, sulle cui pagine pubblicò per tutto il 1911 sia prose che poesie. (Introduction from Wikipedia)<p> |
Italian |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/i-colloqui-by-guido-gozzano/ |
abbandonati gli studi giuridici nel 1908 gozzano si dedica completamente alla poesia e nel 1911 pubblica il suo più importante libro b i i colloqui i b cui componimenti sono divisi secondo un progetto ben preciso tre sezioni i il giovenile errore i i alle soglie i i il reduce i il successo avuto con b i i colloqui b i valse gozzano una grande richiesta di collaborazione giornalistica con importanti riviste e quotidiani come la stampa la lettura la donna sulle cui pagine pubblicò per tutto il 1911 sia prose che poesie introduction wikipedia p |
| 3973 |
3948 |
4399 |
Thought Vibration, or The Law of Attraction in the Thought World |
William Walker Atkinson |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
<p>William Walker Atkinson (December 5, 1862 – November 22, 1932) was an attorney, merchant, publisher, and author, as well as an occultist and an American pioneer of the New Thought movement.<br></br>\nAtkinson was a prolific writer, and his many books achieved wide circulation among New Thought devotees and occult practitioners. He published under several pen names, including Magus Incognito, Theodore Sheldon, Theron Q. Dumont, Swami Panchadasi, Yogi Ramacharaka, Swami Bhakta Vishita, and probably other names not identified at present. The works published under the name of William Walker Atkinson generally treat themes related to the mental world, occultism, divination, psychic reality, and mankind's nature. They constitute a basis for what Atkinson called "New Psychology" or "New Thought". These titles include Thought-Force in Business & Everyday Life (1900), Thought Vibration or the Law of Attraction in the Thought World (1906) and Practical Mental Influence (1908).<br></br>\n\nDue in part to Atkinson's intense personal secrecy and extensive use of pseudonyms, he is now largely forgotten, despite having obtained mention in past editions of Who's Who in America, Religious Leaders of America, and several similar publications - and having written more than 100 books in the last 30 years of his life. His works have remained in print more or less continuously since 1900. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/thought-vibration-or-the-law-of-attraction-in-the-thought-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
p william walker atkinson december 5 1862 november 22 1932 attorney merchant publisher author well occultist american pioneer new thought movement br br atkinson prolific writer many books achieved wide circulation among new thought devotees occult practitioners published several pen names including magus incognito theodore sheldon theron q dumont swami panchadasi yogi ramacharaka swami bhakta vishita probably names identified present works published name william walker atkinson generally treat themes related mental world occultism divination psychic reality mankind s nature constitute basis atkinson called new psychology new thought titles include thought force business everyday life 1900 thought vibration law attraction thought world 1906 practical mental influence 1908 br br due part atkinson s intense personal secrecy extensive use pseudonyms largely forgotten despite obtained mention past editions who s america religious leaders america several similar publications written 100 books last 30 years life works remained print less continuously since 1900 introduction wikipedia p |
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3949 |
4400 |
Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus |
James Otis |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature, Family |
<p>Toby Tyler tells the story of a ten year-old orphan who runs away from a foster home to join the traveling circus only to discover his new employer is a cruel taskmaster. The difference between the romance of the circus from the outside and the reality as seen from the inside is graphically depicted. Toby's friend, Mr. Stubbs the chimpanzee, reinforces the consequences of what happens when one follows one's natural instincts rather than one's intellect and conscience, a central theme of the novel. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/toby-tyler-or-ten-weeks-with-a-circus-by-james-otis/ |
p toby tyler tells story ten year old orphan runs away foster home join traveling circus discover new employer cruel taskmaster difference romance circus outside reality seen inside graphically depicted toby s friend mr stubbs chimpanzee reinforces consequences happens one follows one s natural instincts rather one s intellect conscience central theme novel summary wikipedia p |
| 3975 |
3950 |
4401 |
Other Side of the Door |
Lucia Chamberlain |
Detective Fiction |
It's 1865 in the city of San Francisco. Pretty, young Ellie Fenwick is walking to the market early one morning to surprise her father with some fresh mushrooms. As she passes a gambling house, she hears a gunshot and two young men emerge. One man falls dead on the pavement and the other is Johnny Montgomery, a handsome young man Ellie recognizes from seeing him previously at a dance. Johnny is holding a smoking pistol in his hand. This incident propels the proper young Ellie into a world of prisons and courtrooms as a murder trial unfolds and the fate of Johnny may rest with her testimony. But, what is the connection with the mysterious Spanish Woman, who lives in a grand house and supposedly has friends in 'high places'? Who else was in the gambling house at that time of the morning before it had opened? What about the whispered conversations between Ellie's father, Mr. Fenwick, and his friend, Mr. Bingley, a prominent attorney prosecuting the case? Things are not always what they may seem... (Introduction by Lee Ann Howlett)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-other-side-of-the-door-by-lucia-chamberlain/ |
1865 city san francisco pretty young ellie fenwick walking market early one morning surprise father fresh mushrooms passes gambling house hears gunshot two young men emerge one man falls dead pavement johnny montgomery handsome young man ellie recognizes seeing previously dance johnny holding smoking pistol hand incident propels proper young ellie world prisons courtrooms murder trial unfolds fate johnny may rest testimony but connection mysterious spanish woman lives grand house supposedly friends high places else gambling house time morning opened whispered conversations ellie s father mr fenwick friend mr bingley prominent attorney prosecuting case things always may seem introduction lee ann howlett p |
| 3976 |
3951 |
4402 |
Master Flea |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Fantastic Fiction |
Ernst Theodor Wilhelm Hoffmann (1776 – 1822), better known by his pen name E.T.A. Hoffmann (Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann), was a German Romantic author of fantasy and horror, a jurist, composer, music critic, draftsman and caricaturist. Hoffmann's stories were very influential during the 19th century, and he is one of the major authors of the Romantic movement.\nHe is the subject and hero of Jacques Offenbach's famous but fictional opera The Tales of Hoffmann, and the author of the novelette The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, on which the famous ballet The Nutcracker is based. The ballet Coppelia is based on two other stories that Hoffmann wrote. Also Schumann's Kreisleriana is based on one of Hoffmann's characters.\nMaster Flea was published in 1822. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/master-flea-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
ernst theodor wilhelm hoffmann 1776 1822 better known pen name e t a hoffmann ernst theodor amadeus hoffmann german romantic author fantasy horror jurist composer music critic draftsman caricaturist hoffmann s stories influential 19th century one major authors romantic movement subject hero jacques offenbach s famous fictional opera tales hoffmann author novelette nutcracker mouse king famous ballet nutcracker based ballet coppelia based two stories hoffmann wrote also schumann s kreisleriana based one hoffmann s characters master flea published 1822 introduction wikipedia p |
| 3977 |
3952 |
4403 |
Tyranny of Weakness |
Charles Neville Buck |
Romance |
<p>Torn between her love for her aging father, a minister steeped in the puritanical values of old New England, and the young Virginian who was born and raised of southern chivalrous tradition, the many and conflicting emotions which stir deep within Conscience Williams envelop this tale of desire, devotion, inner strength, devious treachery, and individuality of spirit.\r\n\r\nThere would be many obstacles in the path of Conscience's future, and many trials to overcome. Fate has a way of molding inequities in our lives; circumstance is often a veil stronger than the human will can endure. In summarized simplicity, The Tyranny of Weakness is a gripping and intense story of life. However it is also a complex and compelling story of injustice in the face of sincerity; of conflicting traditions; of generational differences; of bold deceit; and of inner strength in dealing with family bonds. (Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-tyranny-of-weakness-by-charles-neville-buck/ |
p torn love aging father minister steeped puritanical values old new england young virginian born raised southern chivalrous tradition many conflicting emotions stir deep within conscience williams envelop tale desire devotion inner strength devious treachery individuality spirit would many obstacles path conscience s future many trials overcome fate way molding inequities lives circumstance often veil stronger human endure summarized simplicity tyranny weakness gripping intense story life however also complex compelling story injustice face sincerity conflicting traditions generational differences bold deceit inner strength dealing family bonds summary roger melin p |
| 3978 |
3953 |
4404 |
Red Nails |
Robert E. Howard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Conan the Cimmerian pursues the beautiful and deadly pirate Valeria after she kills a Stygian only to find himself cornered by a dragon. Apparently this dragon doesn’t know who he’s messing with. The pair then encounters the city of Xuchotl with its warring factions and ancient secrets. Swordplay and sorcery ensue. – Red Nails is Howard’s final Conan story and was published in the July, August, September and October 1936 issues of Weird Tales magazine (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1936 |
https://librivox.org/red-nails-by-robert-e-howard/ |
p conan cimmerian pursues beautiful deadly pirate valeria kills stygian find cornered dragon apparently dragon doesn t know he s messing with pair encounters city xuchotl warring factions ancient secrets swordplay sorcery ensue red nails howard s final conan story published july august september october 1936 issues weird tales magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 3979 |
3954 |
4405 |
Bible (KJV) NT 17: Titus |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Epistle of Paul to Titus, usually referred to simply as Titus, is one of the three Pastoral Epistles (with 1 Timothy and 2 Timothy), traditionally attributed to Saint Paul, and is part of the New Testament. It describes the requirements and duties of elders and bishops. (summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-nt-17-titus/ |
p the epistle paul titus usually referred simply titus one three pastoral epistles with 1 timothy 2 timothy traditionally attributed saint paul part new testament describes requirements duties elders bishops summary wikipedia p |
| 3980 |
3955 |
4407 |
Tolstoy on Shakespeare |
Leo Tolstoy |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>This book contains a critical essay on Shakespeare by Leo Tolstoy. It is followed by another essay named "Shakespeare's attitude to the working classes" by Ernest Crosby and extracts of a letter by George Bernard Shaw. (Summary by enko)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/tolstoy-on-shakespeare-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p this book contains critical essay shakespeare leo tolstoy followed another essay named shakespeare s attitude working classes ernest crosby extracts letter george bernard shaw summary enko p |
| 3981 |
3956 |
4409 |
Duel |
Anton Chekhov |
General Fiction |
<p>The plot centres around Laevsky, who is living in a small seaside town in the Caucasus after running away with another man's wife, Nadyezhda Fyodorovna, amid dreams of starting a new life.\nThe dreams have come to nothing as Laevsky idles away his life drinking and playing cards, and Nadyezhda begins to have other affairs.\nLaevsky's scheme to run away again, this time without his mistress, brings him into conflict with the rationalist Von Koren, who believes in Darwinian principles of natural selection and extinction of the weak and useless.\nMatters come to a head when an outburst from Laevsky leads to a duel. Von Koren is determined to teach Laevksy a lesson. (Introduction by Phil)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-duel-by-anton-chekhov/ |
p the plot centres around laevsky living small seaside town caucasus running away another man s wife nadyezhda fyodorovna amid dreams starting new life dreams come nothing laevsky idles away life drinking playing cards nadyezhda begins affairs laevsky s scheme run away again time without mistress brings conflict rationalist von koren believes darwinian principles natural selection extinction weak useless matters come head outburst laevsky leads duel von koren determined teach laevksy lesson introduction phil p |
| 3982 |
3957 |
4410 |
Prospective Mother |
J. Morris Slemons |
*Non-fiction, Science, Self-Help |
<p>A Handbook for Women During Pregnancy. This book, written for women who have no special knowledge of medicine, aims to answer the questions which occur to them in the course of pregnancy. Directions for safeguarding their health have been given in detail, and emphasis has been placed upon such measures as may serve to prevent serious complications. \r\n(Introduction by J. Morris Slemons)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-prospective-mother-by-j-morris-slemons/ |
p a handbook women pregnancy book written women special knowledge medicine aims answer questions occur course pregnancy directions safeguarding health given detail emphasis placed upon measures may serve prevent serious complications introduction j morris slemons p |
| 3983 |
3958 |
4411 |
Representative Men |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Contemporary |
A series of biographical lectures originally published in 1850. Each chapter is a philosophical treatment of the life of an intellectual. The six representatives are Plato, Swedenborg, Shakespeare, Montaigne, Napolean and Goethe. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)<p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/representative-men-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
series biographical lectures originally published 1850 chapter philosophical treatment life intellectual six representatives plato swedenborg shakespeare montaigne napolean goethe introduction s kovalchik p |
| 3984 |
3959 |
4412 |
Girl Scout Collection |
Various |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>These articles, pamphlets, and stories relating to the Girls Scouts of America touch on the history, activities, ideals, and traditions of this remarkable girls' organization. Though some of the articles appear redundant, they were selected to represent a contemporary view spanning five years of the organization's early popularity (1917-1921). Of significance are the detailed descriptions of Girl Scout involvement in war work during what is now known as World War I. Girl Scouts were prepared through their training for merit badges to be independent, resourceful, reliable, and helpful. They were able to make their own clothes, grow and cook their own food, care for the sick, and start a small business--skills that prepared young women for their future roles as homemakers, workers, and citizens.</p><p>A version of the story "The Brownies" is still part of the Brownie Girl Scout literature into the 21st century. <a href="http://books.google.com/books?id=lZNHAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA709#v=onepage&q&f;=false">The Encyclopaedia and Dictionary of Education</a> edited by Foster Watson (1921) provides the following explanation under the entry for "Girl Guides": "The 'Brownies' are children under 11, who take two promises only, and whose motto is 'Lend a hand.' The scheme is based on Mrs. Ewing's story of the 'Brownies.'"</p><p>Though not an official Girl Scout story, The Tadger Tales have become a tradition with many Girl Scout summer camp programs. The stories are read aloud and acted out with improvisation and much silliness. The event concludes with a secret Tadger club ritual involving a safety pin, some tape, and a bit of string.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/girl-scout-collection-by-various/ |
p these articles pamphlets stories relating girls scouts america touch history activities ideals traditions remarkable girls organization though articles appear redundant selected represent contemporary view spanning five years organization s early popularity 1917 1921 significance detailed descriptions girl scout involvement war work known world war i girl scouts prepared training merit badges independent resourceful reliable helpful able make clothes grow cook food care sick start small business skills prepared young women future roles homemakers workers citizens p p a version story the brownies still part brownie girl scout literature 21st century a href http books google com books id lznhaaaayaaj pg pa709 v onepage q f false the encyclopaedia dictionary education a edited foster watson 1921 provides following explanation entry girl guides the brownies children 11 take two promises only whose motto lend hand scheme based mrs ewing s story brownies p p though official girl scout story tadger tales become tradition many girl scout summer camp programs stories read aloud acted improvisation much silliness event concludes secret tadger club ritual involving safety pin tape bit string p |
| 3985 |
3960 |
4413 |
Pep: Poise, Efficiency, Peace |
William C. Hunter |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
Colonel William Crosbie Hunter was a businessman and self-help writer who was moderately popular in the early 20th century. His books set forth his personal philosophy on health, happiness, human relations, and success in the business world. Pep, billed as "A book of how's not why's for physical and mental efficiency," was published in 1914 and went through several editions. (Introduction by Pleonic)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/pep-poise-efficiency-peace-by-william-c-hunter/ |
colonel william crosbie hunter businessman self help writer moderately popular early 20th century books set forth personal philosophy health happiness human relations success business world pep billed a book how s why s physical mental efficiency published 1914 went several editions introduction pleonic p |
| 3986 |
3961 |
4414 |
Birthday |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of A Birthday by Christina Rossetti. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 13th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-birthday-by-christina-rossetti/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings birthday christina rossetti weekly poetry project june 13th 2010 p |
| 3987 |
3962 |
4415 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 1 |
Agnes Strickland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br><br>Volume one includes the biographies of Matilda of Flanders, Matilda of Scotland, Adelicia of Louvaine, Matilda of Boulogne and Eleanora of Aquitaine.<br><br>(Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-queens-of-england-vol-1-by-strickland/ |
p the lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elisabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume one includes biographies matilda flanders matilda scotland adelicia louvaine matilda boulogne eleanora aquitaine br br introduction ann boulais p |
| 3988 |
3963 |
4416 |
Zorra Boys at Home and Abroad, or, How to Succeed |
William Alexander MacKay |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>By Zorra, in the following sketches, is meant a little district in Oxford county, Ontario, some ten miles square, composed of part of East and part of West Zorra, and containing a population of about fourteen hundred. It was settled about the year 1830, chiefly by Highlanders from Sutherlandshire, Scotland.<br><br>\r\nWithin the last forty years there have gone from this district over one hundred young men who have made their mark in the world. With most of these it has been the writer's good fortune to be personally and intimately acquainted; and companionship with some of them has been to him a pleasure and a benefit.<br><br>\r\nIt is not intended to include all these in the following sketches; this were impracticable, but it is believed that a brief, unvarnished account of the career of some of them may be an inspiration, not only to the young men of Zorra to-day, but to men everywhere struggling against difficulties, and earnestly engaged in the conflict of life. Such sketches will also be to many a pleasant souvenir of early days, when<br><br>\r\n"Hearts were light as ony feather,\r\nFree frae sorrow, care and strife."<br><br> (summary by W.A. MacKay (1900))<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/zorra-boys-at-home-and-abroad-by-william-alexander-mackay/ |
p by zorra following sketches meant little district oxford county ontario ten miles square composed part east part west zorra containing population fourteen hundred settled year 1830 chiefly highlanders sutherlandshire scotland br br within last forty years gone district one hundred young men made mark world writer s good fortune personally intimately acquainted companionship pleasure benefit br br intended include following sketches impracticable believed brief unvarnished account career may inspiration young men zorra to day men everywhere struggling difficulties earnestly engaged conflict life sketches also many pleasant souvenir early days when br br hearts light ony feather free frae sorrow care strife br br summary w a mackay 1900 p |
| 3989 |
3964 |
4417 |
Salome |
Oscar Wilde |
Plays |
The original 1891 version of the play was in French. Three years later an English translation was published. The play tells in one act the Biblical story of Salome, stepdaughter of the tetrarch Herod Antipas, who, to her stepfather's dismay but to the delight of her mother Herodias, requests the head of Iokanaan (John the Baptist) on a silver platter as a reward for dancing the Dance of the Seven Veils. (Summary by wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nHerod Antipas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br />\nIokanaan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nThe Young Syrian: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br />\nTigellinus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br />\nA Cappadocian: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5386">Tim Ferreira</a><br />\nA Nubian: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5303">D MoNeY</a><br />\nFirst Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br />\nSecond Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5404">Joshua Logan</a><br />\nThe Page of Herodias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nHerodias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a><br />\nSalome: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nA Slave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5103">Ana</a><br />\nFirst Jew: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5506">Frank Booker</a><br />\nSecond Jew/Fourth Jew/Sadducee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nThird Jew/First Nazarene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />\nFifth Jew: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nSecond Nazarene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nA Pharisee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/salome-by-oscar-wilde/ |
original 1891 version play french three years later english translation published play tells one act biblical story salome stepdaughter tetrarch herod antipas who stepfather s dismay delight mother herodias requests head iokanaan john baptist silver platter reward dancing dance seven veils summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br herod antipas a href http librivox org reader 2149 mark penfold a br iokanaan a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br young syrian a href http librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a br tigellinus a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br cappadocian a href http librivox org reader 5386 tim ferreira a br nubian a href http librivox org reader 5303 d money a br first soldier a href http librivox org reader 5346 skythrock a br second soldier a href http librivox org reader 5404 joshua logan a br page herodias a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br herodias a href http librivox org reader 5285 sweetlilbirdy a br salome a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br slave a href http librivox org reader 5103 ana a br first jew a href http librivox org reader 5506 frank booker a br second jew fourth jew sadducee a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br third jew first nazarene a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br fifth jew a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br second nazarene a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pharisee a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br |
| 3990 |
3965 |
4418 |
Three Thousand Dollars |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>This short story by Anna Katharine Green revolves around a plot to steal some goods secured safely within an impenetrable vault within the confines of Mr. Stoughton's business concern. Nobody seems to have any clue as to how the vault can be accessed, and yet access is gained once a day by person or persons unknown, by a means not known to anyone, apparently Mr. Stoughton himself included! Every clerk in the office is suspect, as the devious plot to plunder the vault's contents unfolds. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/three-thousand-dollars-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
p this short story anna katharine green revolves around plot steal goods secured safely within impenetrable vault within confines mr stoughton s business concern nobody seems clue vault accessed yet access gained day person persons unknown means known anyone apparently mr stoughton included every clerk office suspect devious plot plunder vault s contents unfolds introduction roger melin p |
| 3991 |
3966 |
4419 |
White Nights & Other Stories |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Short Stories |
<p>White Nights and Other Stories by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a compilation published in 1918 by The MacMillan Company, NY (USA) and Heinemann (UK). It contains these 7 works:\n- White Nights\n- Notes from the Underground\n- A Faint Heart\n- A Christmas Tree and a Wedding\n- Polzunkov\n- A Little Hero\n- Mr. Prohartchin<p>\n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/white-nights-other-stories-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
p white nights stories fyodor dostoyevsky compilation published 1918 macmillan company ny usa heinemann uk contains 7 works white nights notes underground faint heart christmas tree wedding polzunkov little hero mr prohartchin p |
| 3992 |
3967 |
4420 |
This Country of Ours, Part 6 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Reference, Early Modern |
<p>Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall's book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.</p><p>This is Part 6: Stories of the Struggle for Liberty, from chapter 51 (The Boston Tea-Party) to chapter 63 (A Turning Point in the World's History). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">http://mainlesson.com/</a> .</p><p>Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a></p><p>Part 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/</a></p><p>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/ |
p another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson p p this part 6 stories struggle liberty chapter 51 the boston tea party chapter 63 a turning point world s history read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents http mainlesson com a p p part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a p p part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a p p part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a p p part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a p p part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a p p part 7 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 7 by henrietta elizabeth marshall a p p summary kara p |
| 3993 |
3983 |
4436 |
East of the Sun and West of the Moon |
Peter Christen Asbjørnsen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Once on a time there was a poor husbandman who had so many children that he hadn’t much of either food or clothing to give them. Pretty children they all were, but the prettiest was the youngest daughter, who was so lovely there was no end to her loveliness.<br/>So one day, ’twas on a Thursday evening late at the fall of the year, the weather was so wild and rough outside, and it was so cruelly dark, and rain fell and wind blew, till the walls of the cottage shook again. There they all sat round the fire, busy with this thing and that. But just then, all at once something gave three taps on the window-pane. Then the father went out to see what was the matter; and, when he got out of doors, what should he see but a great big White Bear.<br/>“Good-evening to you!” said the White Bear.<br/>“The same to you!” said the man.<br/>“Will you give me your youngest daughter? If you will, I’ll make you as rich as you are now poor,” said the Bear. (from the book)</p><p>This collection of old Scandinavian fairy tales will enchant you with stories of trolls, enchanted castles, princesses and a White Bear (summary by Nadine)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/east-of-the-sun-and-west-of-the-moon-by-peter-christen-asbjornsen-and-jorgen-engebretsen-moe/ |
p once time poor husbandman many children hadn t much either food clothing give them pretty children were prettiest youngest daughter lovely end loveliness br so one day twas thursday evening late fall year weather wild rough outside cruelly dark rain fell wind blew till walls cottage shook again sat round fire busy thing that then something gave three taps window pane father went see matter and got doors see great big white bear br good evening you said white bear br the you said man br will give youngest daughter will i ll make rich poor said bear from book p p this collection old scandinavian fairy tales enchant stories trolls enchanted castles princesses white bear summary nadine p |
| 3994 |
3968 |
4421 |
Phaedo |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, History |
Plato's Phaedo is one of the great dialogues of his middle period, along with the Republic and the Symposium. The Phaedo, which depicts the death of Socrates, is also Plato's seventh and last dialogue to detail the philosopher's final days (the first six being Theaetetus, Euthyphro, Sophist, Statesman, Apology, and Crito).\n\nIn the dialogue, Socrates discusses the nature of the afterlife on his last day before being executed by drinking hemlock. Socrates has been imprisoned and sentenced to death by an Athenian jury for not believing in the gods of the state and for corrupting the youth of the city. The dialogue is told from the perspective of one of Socrates' students, Phaedo of Elis. Having been present at Socrates' death bed, Phaedo relates the dialogue from that day to Echecrates, a fellow philosopher. By engaging in dialectic with a group of Socrates' friends, including the Thebans Cebes and Simmias, Socrates explores various arguments for the soul's immortality in order to show that there is an afterlife in which the soul will dwell following death. Phaedo tells the story that following the discussion, he and the others were there to witness the death of Socrates. Source - Wikipedia</p> |
English |
367 |
https://librivox.org/phaedo-by-plato/ |
plato s phaedo one great dialogues middle period along republic symposium phaedo depicts death socrates also plato s seventh last dialogue detail philosopher s final days the first six theaetetus euthyphro sophist statesman apology crito dialogue socrates discusses nature afterlife last day executed drinking hemlock socrates imprisoned sentenced death athenian jury believing gods state corrupting youth city dialogue told perspective one socrates students phaedo elis present socrates death bed phaedo relates dialogue day echecrates fellow philosopher engaging dialectic group socrates friends including thebans cebes simmias socrates explores various arguments soul s immortality order show afterlife soul dwell following death phaedo tells story following discussion others witness death socrates source wikipedia p |
| 3995 |
3969 |
4422 |
Victory: An Island Tale |
Joseph Conrad |
General Fiction |
<p>Recollections of the life of Axel Heyst, one-time manager of the liquidated Tropical Belt Coal Company in a fictitious island in the Pacific. After retreating from society in response to his professional failures, the misanthrope is drawn back by a romantic affair. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/victory-an-island-tale-by-joseph-conrad/ |
p recollections life axel heyst one time manager liquidated tropical belt coal company fictitious island pacific retreating society response professional failures misanthrope drawn back romantic affair introduction s kovalchik p |
| 3996 |
3970 |
4423 |
Heroines of History |
John S. Jenkins |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>A look at some of the famous women in European history. Includes biographies on Cleopatra; Isabella of Castile; Joan of Arc; Maria Theresa; Josephine; Elizabeth of England; Mary of Scotland; Catherine of Russia; Marie Antoinette; and Madame Roland.<br/><br/> \n\nMr. Jenkins, whose name remains on the title-page of this volume, was prevented from finishing the work for a long time by sickness, and finally by death. The first chapter is from his pen, and the rest has been written according to his instructions by one whom he selected, and who has had access to works rare in this country, such as Monstrelet's Chronicles, Tooke's Life of Catherine II., Madame Roland's Appeal, etc. (Summary by TriciaG & Publisher's Preface)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-heroines-of-history-by-john-s-jenkins/ |
p a look famous women european history includes biographies cleopatra isabella castile joan arc maria theresa josephine elizabeth england mary scotland catherine russia marie antoinette madame roland br br mr jenkins whose name remains title page volume prevented finishing work long time sickness finally death first chapter pen rest written according instructions one selected access works rare country monstrelet s chronicles tooke s life catherine ii madame roland s appeal etc summary triciag publisher s preface p |
| 3997 |
3971 |
4424 |
Tom Swift and His Big Tunnel |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The Titus Brothers Contractors company have won a government contract in Peru to blast a tunnel through a mountain and connect two isolated railroad lines. The deadline is approaching, and the contractors have hit a literal wall: excessively hard rock which defies conventional blasting techniques. The company is under pressure to finish, or else the contract will default to their rivals, Blakeson & Grinder. Mr. Job Titus has heard of Tom Swift and Tom's giant cannon, which is used in protecting the Panama Canal, and wants to hire Tom to develop a special blasting powder to help them finish the excavation.<br><br>Mr. Damon, Tom's very good friend, arrives in the middle of this conversation, and is unaware of the situation. By coincidence, Mr. Damon is invested in a business which procures cinchona bark from Peru, but production has all but ceased, prompting Mr. Damon to invite Tom to accompany him to Peru and discover the source of the problem.<br><br>Tom, Mr. Damon and Mr. Titus (along with Koku, Tom's giant) embark for Peru. On the way, they encounter Professor Swyington Bumper, who is on a life-long quest to locate the lost city of Pelone. Professor Bumper returns to Peru each season, and has thus far been unsuccessful. When Professor Bumper discovers that Tom is headed to the same general area, Rimac, Professor Bumper decides to join the company. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-big-tunnel-by-victor-appleton/ |
p the titus brothers contractors company government contract peru blast tunnel mountain connect two isolated railroad lines deadline approaching contractors hit literal wall excessively hard rock defies conventional blasting techniques company pressure finish else contract default rivals blakeson grinder mr job titus heard tom swift tom s giant cannon used protecting panama canal wants hire tom develop special blasting powder help finish excavation br br mr damon tom s good friend arrives middle conversation unaware situation coincidence mr damon invested business procures cinchona bark peru production ceased prompting mr damon invite tom accompany peru discover source problem br br tom mr damon mr titus along koku tom s giant embark peru way encounter professor swyington bumper life long quest locate lost city pelone professor bumper returns peru season thus far unsuccessful professor bumper discovers tom headed general area rimac professor bumper decides join company introduction wikipedia p |
| 3998 |
3972 |
4425 |
Woman on the American Frontier |
William Worthington Fowler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Many books describe the role of men during American history. However, at the same time, women did much: comforted, fought, helped, raised children, and much more. This book is full of mini-biographies of women in many places, and many ages- each chapter telling about a different subject. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/woman-on-the-american-frontier-by-william-worthington-fowler/ |
p many books describe role men american history however time women much comforted fought helped raised children much more book full mini biographies women many places many ages chapter telling different subject summary stav nisser p |
| 3999 |
3973 |
4426 |
Among Malay Pirates : a Tale of Adventure and Peril |
G. A. Henty |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
G. A . Henty was a prolific writer of historical fiction for young adults. In this collection of shorter stories we visit Malay pirates, have a couple of tales of India, a shipwreck off the Channel Islands and a bursting dam in California, and finish off escaping from captivity in China (Summary by annise)</p>\n |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/among-malay-pirates-and-other-tales-of-peril-and-adventure-by-g-a-henty/ |
g henty prolific writer historical fiction young adults collection shorter stories visit malay pirates couple tales india shipwreck channel islands bursting dam california finish escaping captivity china summary annise p |
| 4000 |
3974 |
4427 |
All's Well That Ends Well |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<p>Despite its optimistic title, Shakespeare's <i>All's Well That Ends Well</i> has often been considered a "problem play." Ostensibly a comedy, the play also has fairy tale elements, as it focuses on Helena, a virtuous orphan, who loves Bertram, the haughty son of her protectress, the Countess of Rousillon. When Bertram, desperate for adventure, leaves Rousillon to serve in the King's army, Helena pursues him. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Bertram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Countess of Rousillon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Diana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Duke of Florence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5333">Robert Fletcher</a><br>First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>First Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Fourth Lord/Steward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br>Helena: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>King of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Lafeu: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Mariana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Parolles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Second Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5301">Martyn Oughton</a><br>Second Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Second Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4367">Vicente Costa Filho</a><br>Page/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Widow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: mb<br>Proof listening: Maria Therese, Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/alls-well-that-ends-well-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p despite optimistic title shakespeare s i all s well ends well i often considered problem play ostensibly comedy play also fairy tale elements focuses helena virtuous orphan loves bertram haughty son protectress countess rousillon bertram desperate adventure leaves rousillon serve king s army helena pursues him summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p bertram a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br clown a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br countess rousillon a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br diana a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br duke florence a href http librivox org reader 5333 robert fletcher a br first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br first lord a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br first soldier a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br fourth lord steward a href http librivox org reader 5346 skythrock a br helena a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br king france a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br lafeu a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mariana a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br parolles a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br second gentleman a href http librivox org reader 5301 martyn oughton a br second lord a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br second soldier a href http librivox org reader 4367 vicente costa filho a br page servant a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br widow a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by mb br proof listening maria therese elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 4001 |
3975 |
4428 |
Schatzkästlein des Rheinischen Hausfreundes (Auswahl) |
Johann Peter Hebel |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Der Kalender "Rheinländischer Hausfreund" erschien erstmals 1807, in dem „lehrreiche Nachrichten und lustige Geschichten“ veröffentlicht wurden. Hebel selbst verfasste jedes Jahr etwa 30 dieser Geschichten und hatte somit maßgeblichen Anteil am großen Erfolg des Hausfreundes. 1811 erschien obendrein das Schatzkästlein des rheinischen Hausfreundes, eine Sammlung der interessantesten Kalendergeschichten. Weitere Auflagen folgten 1816 und 1827. Hebels Geschichten erzählten Neuigkeiten, kleinere Geschichten, Anekdoten, Schwänke, abgewandelte Märchen und Ähnliches. Sie dienten der Unterhaltung, ließen den Leser aber auch eine Lehre aus dem Text ziehen. Die wohl bekanntesten Kalendergeschichten Hebels sind "Unverhofftes Wiedersehen" und "Kannitverstan".</p> |
German |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/schatzkastlein-des-rheinischen-hausfreundes-auswahl-by-johann-peter-hebel/ |
der kalender rheinländischer hausfreund erschien erstmals 1807 dem lehrreiche nachrichten und lustige geschichten veröffentlicht wurden hebel selbst verfasste jedes jahr etwa 30 dieser geschichten und hatte somit maßgeblichen anteil großen erfolg des hausfreundes 1811 erschien obendrein das schatzkästlein des rheinischen hausfreundes eine sammlung der interessantesten kalendergeschichten weitere auflagen folgten 1816 und 1827 hebels geschichten erzählten neuigkeiten kleinere geschichten anekdoten schwänke abgewandelte märchen und ähnliches sie dienten der unterhaltung ließen den leser aber auch eine lehre aus dem text ziehen die wohl bekanntesten kalendergeschichten hebels sind unverhofftes wiedersehen und kannitverstan p |
| 4002 |
3976 |
4429 |
Untamed |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
<p>Whistlin' Dan Berry is one of the most interesting characters in Western fiction. With uncanny abilities he controls a wild stallion, appropriately named Satan, and a ferocious wolf dog, Black Bart. Easy going, Berry proves absolutely unforgiving when physically assaulted by a feared, vicious outlaw, Jim Silent. Seemingly without any emotions, Whistlin' Dan is relentless in his vengeful search for Silent and his outlaw gang. The is the first book in the "Whistlin Dan" series. (Introduction by rkilmer)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-untamed-by-max-brand/ |
p whistlin dan berry one interesting characters western fiction uncanny abilities controls wild stallion appropriately named satan ferocious wolf dog black bart easy going berry proves absolutely unforgiving physically assaulted feared vicious outlaw jim silent seemingly without emotions whistlin dan relentless vengeful search silent outlaw gang first book whistlin dan series introduction rkilmer p |
| 4003 |
3977 |
4430 |
It Couldn't Be Done |
Edgar A. Guest |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of It Couldn't Be Done by Edgar A. Guest. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 29th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/it-couldnt-be-done-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings done edgar a guest weekly poetry project june 29th 2010 p |
| 4004 |
3978 |
4431 |
My Life and Work |
Henry Ford |
Memoirs |
<p>Henry Ford profiles the events that shaped his personal philosophy, and the challenges he overcame on the road to founding the Ford Motor Company. Throughout his memoir, he stresses the importance of tangible service and physical production over relative value as judged by profits and money. He measures the worth of a business or government by the service it provides to all, not the profits in dollars it accumulates. He also makes the point that only service can provide for human needs, as opposed to laws or rules which can only prohibit specific actions and do not provide for the necessaries of life. Ford applies his reasoning to the lending system, transportation industry, international trade and interactions between labor and management. For each, he proposes solutions that maximize service and provide goods at the lowest cost and highest quality. He analyzes from a purely material viewpoint, going as far as to argue that the need for a good feeling in work environments may reflect a character flaw or weakness. However, his unflinching focus on the ultimate material products and necessities of life provide clever insights in how he created an efficient and flexible system for providing reliable transportation for the average person. (Summary by LivelyHive)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/my-life-and-work-by-henry-ford/ |
p henry ford profiles events shaped personal philosophy challenges overcame road founding ford motor company throughout memoir stresses importance tangible service physical production relative value judged profits money measures worth business government service provides all profits dollars accumulates also makes point service provide human needs opposed laws rules prohibit specific actions provide necessaries life ford applies reasoning lending system transportation industry international trade interactions labor management each proposes solutions maximize service provide goods lowest cost highest quality analyzes purely material viewpoint going far argue need good feeling work environments may reflect character flaw weakness however unflinching focus ultimate material products necessities life provide clever insights created efficient flexible system providing reliable transportation average person summary livelyhive p |
| 4005 |
3979 |
4432 |
Tom Swift and the Electronic Hydrolung |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>The US Government is very smartly letting Tom Swift Jr. handle the recovery of its probe to Jupiter. But a mystery missile suddenly intercepts the probe and splashes it in the South Atlantic.<br><br>Faced with a huge search task to find the probe on the ocean bottom, Tom soon realizes that the same shadowy group that attacked the probe is competing to find it, and no holds are barred: kidnap, coercion, and lethal force are all in play.<br><br>Under such circumstances, what can Tom do? What he does every time, of course! He invents some utterly cool device to get the job done! And his Electronic Hydrolung is just the beginning!</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-the-electronic-hydrolung-by-victor-appleton/ |
p the us government smartly letting tom swift jr handle recovery probe jupiter mystery missile suddenly intercepts probe splashes south atlantic br br faced huge search task find probe ocean bottom tom soon realizes shadowy group attacked probe competing find it holds barred kidnap coercion lethal force play br br under circumstances tom do every time course invents utterly cool device get job done electronic hydrolung beginning p |
| 4006 |
3980 |
4433 |
Inscription for an Old Bed |
William Morris |
Poetry, Elegies & Odes, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Inscription for an Old Bed by William Morris. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 20th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/inscription-for-an-old-bed-by-william-morris/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings inscription old bed william morris weekly poetry project june 20th 2010 p |
| 4007 |
3981 |
4434 |
Perfect Behavior |
Donald Ogden Stewart |
Humorous Fiction |
A humorous guide to manners and etiquette for ladies and gentlemen in a social "crises," published in 1922. (Introduction by Samanem)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/perfect-behavior-by-donald-ogden-stewart/ |
humorous guide manners etiquette ladies gentlemen social crises published 1922 introduction samanem p |
| 4008 |
3982 |
4435 |
English as She is Wrote |
Anonymous |
Humor, Writing & Linguistics, Language learning |
<p>"...Showing Curious ways in which the English Language may be made to convey Ideas or obscure them." A collection of unintentionally humorous uses of the English language. Sections of the work: How she is wrote by the Inaccurate, By Advertisers and on Sign-boards, For Epitaphs, By Correspondents, By the Effusive, How she can be oddly wrote, and By the Untutored. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/english-as-she-is-wrote-by-anonymous/ |
p showing curious ways english language may made convey ideas obscure them collection unintentionally humorous uses english language sections work wrote inaccurate advertisers sign boards epitaphs correspondents effusive oddly wrote untutored summary triciag p |
| 4009 |
3984 |
4437 |
Fighting Shepherdess |
Caroline Lockhart |
Westerns |
A classic style western written by one of the first female western writers. Caroline Lockhart was a rancher, writer and possibly the first woman to go over Glacier National Parks Swiftcurrent Pass. (Summary by Dawn)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-fighting-shepherdess-by-caroline-lockhart/ |
classic style western written one first female western writers caroline lockhart rancher writer possibly first woman go glacier national parks swiftcurrent pass summary dawn p |
| 4010 |
3985 |
4438 |
Bridal of Triermain |
Sir Walter Scott |
Narratives |
<p>Scott's The Bridal of Triermain is a rhymed, romantic, narrative poem which weaves together elements of popular English legend using dramatic themes. <br></br>This beautiful poem celebrates the exploits of a knight errant - Sir Roland De Vaux - as he seeks to rescue (and hopefully espouse) a beautiful maiden, Gyneth. Gyneth is the illegitimate daughter of King Arthur: doomed by Merlin 500 years previously to an enchanted sleep inside a magic castle. The enchantment can only be broken by a rescuer both brave and noble enough to overcome the temptations used successively to distract and overcome him, namely: fear, wealth, pleasure and pride.<br></br>(Introduction by Godsend) </p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/the-bridal-of-triermain-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p scott s bridal triermain rhymed romantic narrative poem weaves together elements popular english legend using dramatic themes br br this beautiful poem celebrates exploits knight errant sir roland de vaux seeks rescue and hopefully espouse beautiful maiden gyneth gyneth illegitimate daughter king arthur doomed merlin 500 years previously enchanted sleep inside magic castle enchantment broken rescuer brave noble enough overcome temptations used successively distract overcome him namely fear wealth pleasure pride br br introduction godsend p |
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3986 |
4439 |
Making a Rock Garden |
Henry Sherman Adams |
*Non-fiction, Gardening |
<p>A short look at building a rock garden, right from the rocks themselves and how to arrange them, to choosing and placing the plants, touching wall and bog gardens, too. In this little monograph, the author is trying to draw the eyes of U.S. gardeners in to the intimate beauty of this neglected hobby.<br/><br/>\n\n(The original work has a number of attractive and useful photographs and drawings.)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/making-a-rock-garden-by-h-s-adams/ |
p a short look building rock garden right rocks arrange them choosing placing plants touching wall bog gardens too little monograph author trying draw eyes u s gardeners intimate beauty neglected hobby br br the original work number attractive useful photographs drawings p |
| 4012 |
3987 |
4440 |
I Say No |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
<br />Emily Brown is an orphan girl that almost no one can help but love when they meet her. She is pursued by two worthy men: Mr. Alban Morris, the drawing master at her school; and Rev. Miles Mirabel, a clergyman. However, one of them is lying to her after she discovers that her father's death wasn't natural, as she was led to believe. (Introduction by TriciaG)<br /><br /> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/i-say-no-by-wilkie-collins/ |
br emily brown orphan girl almost one help love meet her pursued two worthy men mr alban morris drawing master school rev miles mirabel clergyman however one lying discovers father s death natural led believe introduction triciag br br |
| 4013 |
3988 |
4441 |
Trees of Pride |
G. K. Chesterton |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Three trees, known as the Peacock trees, are blamed by the peasants for the fever that has killed many. Squire Vane scoffs at this legend as superstition. To prove them wrong, once and for all, he takes a bet to spend the night in the trees. In the morning he has vanished. Is he dead, and if so who has killed him? The poet? The lawyer? The woodsman? The trees? (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-trees-of-pride-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p three trees known peacock trees blamed peasants fever killed many squire vane scoffs legend superstition prove wrong all takes bet spend night trees morning vanished dead killed him poet lawyer woodsman trees summary maria therese p |
| 4014 |
3989 |
4442 |
Short Poetry Collection 141 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-141-by-various/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers february 2015 p |
| 4015 |
3990 |
4444 |
Life of Reason volume 1 |
George Santayana |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Life of Reason, subtitled "the Phases of Human Progress", is a book published in five volumes from 1905 to 1906, by Spanish-born American philosopher George Santayana (1863-1952). It consists of Reason in Common Sense, Reason in Society, Reason in Religion, Reason in Art, and Reason in Science. The work is considered to be the most complete expression of Santayana's moral philosophy [...]. Santayana's philosophy is strongly influenced by the materialism of Democritus and the refined ethics of Aristotle, with a special emphasis on the natural development of ideal ends. The Life of Reason is sometimes considered to be one of the most poetic and well-written works of philosophy in Western history. To supply but a single example, the oft-quoted aphorism of Santayana's, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it," may be found on p. 284 of Reason in Common Sense. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-reason-volume-1-by-george-santayana/ |
life reason subtitled the phases human progress book published five volumes 1905 1906 spanish born american philosopher george santayana 1863 1952 consists reason common sense reason society reason religion reason art reason science work considered complete expression santayana s moral philosophy santayana s philosophy strongly influenced materialism democritus refined ethics aristotle special emphasis natural development ideal ends life reason sometimes considered one poetic well written works philosophy western history supply single example oft quoted aphorism santayana s those cannot remember past condemned repeat it may found p 284 reason common sense introduction wikipedia p |
| 4016 |
3991 |
4445 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 016 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<p>In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-016-by-various/ |
p in librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 4017 |
3992 |
4446 |
Star of Gettysburg |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<P>The Army of Northern Virginia, still victorious after three hard years of fighting, capitalize on their victories at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, and a young Harry Kenton, is an eyewitness to the Confederate invasion of the north, culminating in the epic three-day struggle at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where Robert E. Lee puts into place a strategy that will end the war, or shatter his army. (Introduction by Robert Fletcher)</P> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-star-of-gettysburg-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
p the army northern virginia still victorious three hard years fighting capitalize victories fredericksburg chancellorsville young harry kenton eyewitness confederate invasion north culminating epic three day struggle gettysburg pennsylvania robert e lee puts place strategy end war shatter army introduction robert fletcher p |
| 4018 |
3993 |
4447 |
If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of If I Can Stop One Heart From Breaking by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 27th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/if-i-can-stop-one-heart-from-breaking-by-emily-dickinson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings stop one heart breaking emily dickinson weekly poetry project june 27th 2010 p |
| 4019 |
3994 |
4448 |
Prior Analytics |
Aristotle |
Ancient |
<p><i>Prior Analytics</i> is the third of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon ("Instrument"). In <i>Prior Analytics</i> Aristotle conducts a formal study of arguments. In logic an argument is a series of true or false statements which lead to a true or false conclusion. Aristotle identifies valid and invalid forms of arguments called <i>syllogisms</i>. A syllogism is an argument consisting of three sentences: two premises and a conclusion. Of the entire Aristotelian corpus, Aristotle gives priority to the study of his treatises on Logic. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/prior-analytics-by-aristotle/ |
p i prior analytics i third aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon instrument i prior analytics i aristotle conducts formal study arguments logic argument series true false statements lead true false conclusion aristotle identifies valid invalid forms arguments called i syllogisms i syllogism argument consisting three sentences two premises conclusion entire aristotelian corpus aristotle gives priority study treatises logic adapted wikipedia p |
| 4020 |
3995 |
4449 |
Nobel Prize in 1904 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Science |
<p>The Nobel Prizes are international awards bestowed once a year by Scandinavian committees for cultural and scientific advances. They were established in 1895 by the Swedish chemist Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite. The prizes in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Peace were first awarded in 1901.<br><br>\n\n<b>The Laureats of 1904 were:</b><br>\n<b>in Physics:</b> <em>Lord Rayleigh</em> (John William Strutt, 1842 - 1919), "for his investigations of the densities of the most important gases and for his discovery of argon in connection with these studies";<br>\n<b>in Chemistry:</b> <em>Sir William Ramsay</em> (1852 - 1916), "for his discovery of the inert gaseous elements in air, and his determination of their place in the periodic system";<br>\n<b>in Physiology or Medicine:</b> <em>Ivan Petrovich Pawlow</em> (1849 - 1936), "in recognition of his work on the physiology of digestion, through which knowledge on vital aspects of the subject has been transformed and enlarged";<br>\n<b>in Literature:</b> <em>Frédéric Mistral</em> (one half, 1830 - 1914), "in recognition of the fresh originality and true inspiration of his poetic production, which faithfully reflects the natural scenery and native spirit of his people, and, in addition, his significant work as a Provençal philologist",<br>\nand <em>José Echegaray y Eizaguirre</em> (one half, 1832 - 1916), "in recognition of the numerous and brilliant compositions which, in an individual and original manner, have revived the great traditions of the Spanish drama";<br>\n<b>in Peace:</b> <em>Institut de droit international (Institute of International Law),</em> "for its efforts as an unofficial body to formulate the general principles of the science of international law.".<br><br>\n\nThis multilingual collection contains the presentation speeches for the Laureats, their biographies, as well as the famous "Nobel lectures" for the three scientific awards. The presentation speeches, originally given in Swedish, were translated by the Nobel Foundation into the mother tongue of the Laureats. (Summary by Availle and Wikipedia)<p> |
Multilingual |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-nobel-prize-in-1904-by-various/ |
p the nobel prizes international awards bestowed year scandinavian committees cultural scientific advances established 1895 swedish chemist alfred nobel inventor dynamite prizes physics chemistry physiology medicine literature peace first awarded 1901 br br b the laureats 1904 were b br b in physics b em lord rayleigh em john william strutt 1842 1919 for investigations densities important gases discovery argon connection studies br b in chemistry b em sir william ramsay em 1852 1916 for discovery inert gaseous elements air determination place periodic system br b in physiology medicine b em ivan petrovich pawlow em 1849 1936 in recognition work physiology digestion knowledge vital aspects subject transformed enlarged br b in literature b em frédéric mistral em one half 1830 1914 in recognition fresh originality true inspiration poetic production faithfully reflects natural scenery native spirit people and addition significant work provençal philologist br em josé echegaray eizaguirre em one half 1832 1916 in recognition numerous brilliant compositions which individual original manner revived great traditions spanish drama br b in peace b em institut de droit international institute international law em for efforts unofficial body formulate general principles science international law br br multilingual collection contains presentation speeches laureats biographies well famous nobel lectures three scientific awards presentation speeches originally given swedish translated nobel foundation mother tongue laureats summary availle wikipedia p |
| 4021 |
3996 |
4450 |
Minnebrieven |
Multatuli |
Epistolary Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<P>Op het eerste gezicht is <I>Minnebrieven</i> (gepubliceerd in 1861) een brievenroman, met als drie hoofdrolspelers Max en zijn vrouw Tine, en het jonge meisje Fancy, Max' muze. Het is een vervolg op het 2 jaar daarvoor verschenen werk <i>Max Havelaar</i>, ook wat betreft de aanklacht tegen de wantoestanden in het toenmalige Nederlands-Indië. Multatuli springt opnieuw heen en weer tussen fictie en realiteit.<BR><BR>Willem Frederik Hermans noemt <i>Minnebrieven</I> "een van de grilligste, wildste boeken die de Nederlandse literatuur rijk is." Volgens Multatuli zelf is het "een getrouwe spiegel van een maand aandoeningen en indrukken. Er bestaat geen boek dat <i>waarder</i> is". En: "’t is alles! Poesie, sarcasme, politiek, wellust, scherpte, logica, godsdienst, alles." (door Anna Simon)</P> |
Dutch |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/minnebrieven-door-multatuli/ |
p op het eerste gezicht i minnebrieven i gepubliceerd 1861 een brievenroman met als drie hoofdrolspelers max en zijn vrouw tine en het jonge meisje fancy max muze het een vervolg op het 2 jaar daarvoor verschenen werk i max havelaar i ook wat betreft de aanklacht tegen de wantoestanden het toenmalige nederlands indië multatuli springt opnieuw heen en weer tussen fictie en realiteit br br willem frederik hermans noemt i minnebrieven i een van de grilligste wildste boeken die de nederlandse literatuur rijk is volgens multatuli zelf het een getrouwe spiegel van een maand aandoeningen en indrukken er bestaat geen boek dat i waarder i is en t alles poesie sarcasme politiek wellust scherpte logica godsdienst alles door anna simon p |
| 4022 |
3997 |
4451 |
Petticoat Commando |
Johanna Brandt |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>In introducing the English version of this book I venture to bespeak a welcome for it, not only for the light which it throws on some little-known incidents of the South African war, but also because of the keen personal interest of the events recorded. It is more than a history. It is a dramatic picture of the hopes and fears, the devotion and bitterness with which some patriotic women in Pretoria watched and, as far as they could, took part in the war which was slowly drawing to its conclusion on the veld outside.\n\nI do not associate myself with the opinions expressed by the writer as to the causes of the war or the methods adopted to bring it to an end, or as to the policy which led to the Concentration Camps, and the causes of the terrible mortality which prevailed during the first months of their existence. On these matters many readers will hold different opinions from the writer, or will prefer to let judgment be in suspense and to look to the historian of the future for a final verdict. We are still too near the events to be impartial. But this book does not challenge or invite controversy. Fortunately for South Africa, most of us on both sides can now discuss the events of the war without bitterness and understand and respect the feelings of those who were most sharply divided by these events from ourselves.\n\nThe greater part of the narrative comes from a diary kept during the war with unusual fullness and vividness. The difficulty experienced by the writer of the diary in communicating to friends outside Pretoria information about what was passing inside, and in unburdening herself of the feelings roused in her by the events of the war, made the diary more than usually intimate. To understand fully many of the narratives which have been transferred from it to this book, it must be remembered that one is reading, not something written from memory years after the event, but rather the record of a conversation at the time, in which the diarist is describing the events as if to a friend who shares to the full all her own feelings and to whom she can speak without reserve.\n\nMuch has happened in the ten years which have passed since the end of the war. The country which was distracted by the conflicting ideals and interests of its different Governments and peoples has become the Union of South Africa. It is now one State. It remains that it should call forth a spirit of patriotism and nationality which will unite and not divide its people.(Introduction by Patrick Duncan)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-petticoat-commando-by-johanna-brandt/ |
p in introducing english version book venture bespeak welcome it light throws little known incidents south african war also keen personal interest events recorded history dramatic picture hopes fears devotion bitterness patriotic women pretoria watched and far could took part war slowly drawing conclusion veld outside associate opinions expressed writer causes war methods adopted bring end policy led concentration camps causes terrible mortality prevailed first months existence matters many readers hold different opinions writer prefer let judgment suspense look historian future final verdict still near events impartial book challenge invite controversy fortunately south africa us sides discuss events war without bitterness understand respect feelings sharply divided events ourselves greater part narrative comes diary kept war unusual fullness vividness difficulty experienced writer diary communicating friends outside pretoria information passing inside unburdening feelings roused events war made diary usually intimate understand fully many narratives transferred book must remembered one reading something written memory years event rather record conversation time diarist describing events friend shares full feelings speak without reserve much happened ten years passed since end war country distracted conflicting ideals interests different governments peoples become union south africa one state remains call forth spirit patriotism nationality unite divide people introduction patrick duncan p |
| 4023 |
3998 |
4452 |
Coxon Fund |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>This novella explores the relationship between Frank Saltram, a charismatic speaker who is also a freeloader; Ruth Anvoy, a young American who visits her widowed aunt, Lady Coxon, an American who married a Brit; and George Gravener, a British intellectual with a future in politics who becomes engaged to Ms. Anvoy. The story revolves around the dispersal of The Coxon Fund, a sum of money left by Ms. Anvoy’s father with the stipulation that is be given to a great man to publish and pursue moral truth. (Summary by Dorlene Kaplan)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-coxon-fund-by-henry-james/ |
p this novella explores relationship frank saltram charismatic speaker also freeloader ruth anvoy young american visits widowed aunt lady coxon american married brit george gravener british intellectual future politics becomes engaged ms anvoy story revolves around dispersal coxon fund sum money left ms anvoy s father stipulation given great man publish pursue moral truth summary dorlene kaplan p |
| 4024 |
4006 |
4461 |
Anna Karenina |
Leo Tolstoy |
Literary Fiction |
<P>Het gaat hier om een (ingekorte) Nederlandse vertaling van het klassieke werk van Leo Tolstoy. Een aristocratische vrouw verlaat haar ongelukkig huwelijk voor een nieuwe liefde.</P> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p het gaat hier om een ingekorte nederlandse vertaling van het klassieke werk van leo tolstoy een aristocratische vrouw verlaat haar ongelukkig huwelijk voor een nieuwe liefde p |
| 4025 |
3999 |
4453 |
At Agincourt - White Hoods of Paris |
G. A. Henty |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The story begins in a grim feudal castle in Normandie. The times were troublous, and soon the king compelled Lady Margaret de Villeroy, with her children, to go to Paris as hostages. Guy Aylmer went with her.\nParis was turbulent. Soon the guild of the butchers, adopting white hoods as their uniform, seized the city, and besieged the house where our hero and his charges lived. After desperate fighting, the white hoods were beaten and our hero and his charges escaped from the city, and from France. (Summary from the original back cover)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/at-agincourt-white-hoods-of-paris-by-g-a-henty/ |
story begins grim feudal castle normandie times troublous soon king compelled lady margaret de villeroy children go paris hostages guy aylmer went her paris turbulent soon guild butchers adopting white hoods uniform seized city besieged house hero charges lived desperate fighting white hoods beaten hero charges escaped city france summary original back cover p |
| 4026 |
4000 |
4454 |
Drama: A Quarterly Review |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of theatrical essays from the American quarterly The Drama, including six non-fiction works -- 3 profiles: Schnitzler, Andreyev, and O'Neill, and 3 articles: Characterization vs Situation, The Actor in England, & The Evolution of The Actor. (Summary by BellonaTimes) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-drama-a-quarterly-review-by/ |
collection theatrical essays american quarterly drama including six non fiction works 3 profiles schnitzler andreyev o neill 3 articles characterization vs situation actor england evolution actor summary bellonatimes p |
| 4027 |
4001 |
4455 |
Flying Inn |
G. K. Chesterton |
Fantastic Fiction, Religious Fiction, Satire |
<p><i>The Flying Inn</i> is a novel first published in 1914 by G.K. Chesterton. It is set in a future England where a bizarre form of "Progressive" Islam has triumphed and largely dominates the political and social life of the country. Because of this, alcohol sales are effectively prohibited. The plot centers around the adventures of Humphrey Pump and Captain Patrick Dalroy, who roam the country in their cart with a barrel of rum in an attempt to evade Prohibition, exploiting loopholes in the law to temporarily prevent the police taking action against them. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-flying-inn-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
p i the flying inn i novel first published 1914 g k chesterton set future england bizarre form progressive islam triumphed largely dominates political social life country this alcohol sales effectively prohibited plot centers around adventures humphrey pump captain patrick dalroy roam country cart barrel rum attempt evade prohibition exploiting loopholes law temporarily prevent police taking action them summary wikipedia p |
| 4028 |
4002 |
4456 |
Knights of Arthur |
Frederik Pohl |
Science Fiction |
Sailors Sam Dunlap and Arthur check in to a New York hotel to await their mate Vern Engdahl when a girl shows up proposing to purchase Arthur. They need guys like Arthur to help run the city, and the fact that he fits in a small suitcase is even better. – The Knights of Arthur was first published in the January 1958 edition of Galaxy Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-knights-of-arthur-by-frederik-pohl/ |
sailors sam dunlap arthur check new york hotel await mate vern engdahl girl shows proposing purchase arthur need guys like arthur help run city fact fits small suitcase even better knights arthur first published january 1958 edition galaxy science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4029 |
4003 |
4458 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 4 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
*Non-fiction, History |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His "Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narravative, here presented in an easily readable English translation by Robert Black, first published in 1898. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline.)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-france-from-the-earliest-times-vol-4-by-francois-guizot/ |
françois pierre guillaume guizot french historian orator statesman guizot dominant figure french politics prior revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 popular history france attractive engrossing narravative presented easily readable english translation robert black first published 1898 summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 4030 |
4004 |
4459 |
Jezebel's Daughter |
Wilkie Collins |
Detective Fiction |
<p>A brilliant chemist and a shrewd businessman — die on the same day. The widow of the chemist, Mrs. Fontaine, is left with the poisons he was researching , while Mrs. Wagner is left with her husband's mental health institution reforms and his plans for hiring women along with men in his firm's offices. Mrs. Wagner believes in treating madmen gently, and requests for the funny little man Jack Straw to be released from the madhouse. At the same time, her nephew David Glenney is sent to the Frankfurt office, where he works with Mr Engelmann and Mr Keller. The Keller sun, Fritz, has fallen in love with Minna Fontaine, but the prospect of marriage is not being approved of by his father because Madame Fontaine is said to be in debt after her husband's death. </p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/jezebels-daughter-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p a brilliant chemist shrewd businessman die day widow chemist mrs fontaine left poisons researching mrs wagner left husband s mental health institution reforms plans hiring women along men firm s offices mrs wagner believes treating madmen gently requests funny little man jack straw released madhouse time nephew david glenney sent frankfurt office works mr engelmann mr keller keller sun fritz fallen love minna fontaine prospect marriage approved father madame fontaine said debt husband s death p |
| 4031 |
4005 |
4460 |
Martyred Armenia |
Fa'iz El-Ghusein |
Modern (20th C) |
<p>This is a first hand account of the Armenian Genocide written by a Syrian who had been a Turkish official for three and a half years. His accounts tell of the worst of humanity, and also of the noblest. The noble include families who courageously support each other in the face of death, and Turks who refuse to follow orders to kill, knowing that they shall be executed themselves for their defiance.\nThe genocide occurred just before and during World War I, and estimates as to the number of people murdered range from one to one and a half million. (Introduction by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/martyred-armenia-by-faiz-el-ghusein/ |
p this first hand account armenian genocide written syrian turkish official three half years accounts tell worst humanity also noblest noble include families courageously support face death turks refuse follow orders kill knowing shall executed defiance genocide occurred world war i estimates number people murdered range one one half million introduction margaret p |
| 4032 |
4008 |
4463 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 026 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n"Aase, das kleine Gänsemädchen" und "Aschenbrödel, der mit dem Trollen um die Wette aß" von Peter Christen Asbjørnsen und Jørgen Engebretsen Moe<br>\nDie Übersetzung von "Ischtars Höllenfahrt" beruht auf unvollständig erhaltenen Keilschrifttafen. Fehlende Stellen sind in der Aufnahme durch das Wort "Lücke" angezeigt.\n</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-026-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br aase das kleine gänsemädchen und aschenbrödel der mit dem trollen um die wette aß von peter christen asbjørnsen und jørgen engebretsen moe br die übersetzung von ischtars höllenfahrt beruht auf unvollständig erhaltenen keilschrifttafen fehlende stellen sind der aufnahme durch das wort lücke angezeigt p |
| 4033 |
4009 |
4464 |
America |
Samuel Francis Smith |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 5 recordings of America by Samuel Francis Smith. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 4th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/america-by-samuel-francis-smith/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 5 recordings america samuel francis smith weekly poetry project july 4th 2010 p |
| 4034 |
4010 |
4465 |
Grand Inquisitor (dramatic reading) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
The Grand Inquisitor is a parable told by Ivan to Alyosha in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel The Brothers Karamazov (1879–1880). Ivan and Alyosha are brothers; Ivan questions the possibility of a personal, benevolent God and Alyosha is a novice monk. The Grand Inquisitor is an important part of the novel and one of the best-known passages in modern literature because of its ideas about human nature and freedom, and because of its fundamental ambiguity. In the tale, Christ comes back to earth in Seville at the time of the Inquisition. He performs a number of miracles (echoing miracles from the Gospels). The people recognize him and adore him, but he is arrested by Inquisition leaders and sentenced to be burnt to death the next day. The Grand Inquisitor visits him in his cell to tell him that the Church no longer needs him. The main portion of the text is the Inquisitor explaining to Jesus why his return would interfere with the mission of the church. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Ivan Karamazov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Aloysha Karamazov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>The Grand Inquisitor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Todd</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-grand-inquisitor-dramatic-reading-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
grand inquisitor parable told ivan alyosha fyodor dostoevsky s novel brothers karamazov 1879 1880 ivan alyosha brothers ivan questions possibility personal benevolent god alyosha novice monk grand inquisitor important part novel one best known passages modern literature ideas human nature freedom fundamental ambiguity tale christ comes back earth seville time inquisition performs number miracles echoing miracles gospels people recognize adore him arrested inquisition leaders sentenced burnt death next day grand inquisitor visits cell tell church longer needs him main portion text inquisitor explaining jesus return would interfere mission church summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br ivan karamazov a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br aloysha karamazov a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br the grand inquisitor a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br br strong audio edited todd strong br br |
| 4035 |
4011 |
4466 |
Ballad of the Tempest |
James Thomas Fields |
Poetry, Ballads, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Ballad of the Tempest by James T. Fields. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 4th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ballad-of-the-tempest-by-james-t-fields/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings ballad tempest james t fields fortnightly poetry project july 4th 2010 p |
| 4036 |
4012 |
4467 |
English Costume |
Dion Clayton Calthrop |
*Non-fiction, History |
<p>The world, if we choose to see it so, is a complicated picture of people dressing and undressing. The history of the world is composed of the chat of a little band of tailors seated cross-legged on their boards; they gossip across the centuries, feeling, as they should, very busy and important. As you will see, I have devoted myself entirely to civil costume—that is, the clothes a man or a woman would wear from choice, and not by reason of an appointment to some ecclesiastical post, or to a military calling, or to the Bar, or the Bench. Such clothes are but symbols of their trades and professions, and have been dealt with by persons who specialize in those professions. (Summary excerpted from Introduction.)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/english-costume-by-dion-clayton-calthrop/ |
p the world choose see so complicated picture people dressing undressing history world composed chat little band tailors seated cross legged boards gossip across centuries feeling should busy important see devoted entirely civil costume that is clothes man woman would wear choice reason appointment ecclesiastical post military calling bar bench clothes symbols trades professions dealt persons specialize professions summary excerpted introduction p |
| 4037 |
4013 |
4468 |
Radioactive Substances |
Marie Curie |
*Non-fiction, Chemistry |
<p>Marie Curie, born in Warsaw in 1867, was a Polish-French physicist and chemist famous for her work on radioactivity. She was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity and the first person honored with two Nobel Prizes - in physics (1903) and chemistry (1911). The risks of working with strongly radioactive materials were not known at that time, and she eventually died in 1934 from an illness likely caused by radiation poisoning.<br><br>\n\nRadioactive Substances is the thesis of Marie Curie, presented to the Faculté de Sciences de Paris in 1903, and subsequently published in "Chemical News" vol 88, 1903. Marie Curie gives a detailed description of her research on radioactive substances carried out at the Sorbonne. She details how she obtained the two new elements radium and polonium from pitchblende, explains her numerous experiments and presents measurements of all kinds. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/radioactive-substances-by-marie-curie/ |
p marie curie born warsaw 1867 polish french physicist chemist famous work radioactivity pioneer field radioactivity first person honored two nobel prizes physics 1903 chemistry 1911 risks working strongly radioactive materials known time eventually died 1934 illness likely caused radiation poisoning br br radioactive substances thesis marie curie presented faculté de sciences de paris 1903 subsequently published chemical news vol 88 1903 marie curie gives detailed description research radioactive substances carried sorbonne details obtained two new elements radium polonium pitchblende explains numerous experiments presents measurements kinds summary availle p |
| 4038 |
4014 |
4469 |
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Dr. Watson chronicles here some of the more interesting detective cases that he and his good friend, Mr. Sherlock Holmes, have encountered during their association. We see the cases unfold as he does, scratch our heads as does he while the evidence is collected, and then marvel at the impeccable observations, remarkable insight, and doggedness which Holmes displays as he teases apart the tangled clues.<br><br>Packaged as twelve distinct cases, by the end of this book your own senses of observation and deductive reasoning should be improved. It's easy to see why this book became a model for detective yarns! (Summary by Mark F. Smith) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-2/ |
p dr watson chronicles interesting detective cases good friend mr sherlock holmes encountered association see cases unfold does scratch heads evidence collected marvel impeccable observations remarkable insight doggedness holmes displays teases apart tangled clues br br packaged twelve distinct cases end book senses observation deductive reasoning improved easy see book became model detective yarns summary mark f smith p |
| 4039 |
4015 |
4470 |
American |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
<p>One of James’s early novels, The American plunges right in to one of the writer’s most enduring subjects, that of the innocent, or at least inexperienced, American abroad, seeking to come to terms with the social customs and conventions of an old European aristocracy (think of Daisy Miller, Portrait of a Lady, The Wings of the Dove and others). The aptly named Christopher Newman, having made a small fortune from business in California, has come to the Old World for the first time, determined to enlarge his experience by learning all he can of it. In Paris he meets an old acquaintance, Tom Tristram, who (though he himself has little interest in educating himself about Europe) shows him around, and introduces him to the young widow Claire de Cintre, whose family – the aristocratic de Bellegardes – distrust his American brashness and commercialism. Claire, nonetheless, agrees to marry him, thus pulling Newman, rather more deeply than he is prepared for, into a society that closely guards its secrets, and forcing him to face new and quite unexpected questions.\n(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-by-henry-james/ |
p one james s early novels american plunges right one writer s enduring subjects innocent least inexperienced american abroad seeking come terms social customs conventions old european aristocracy think daisy miller portrait lady wings dove others aptly named christopher newman made small fortune business california come old world first time determined enlarge experience learning it paris meets old acquaintance tom tristram though little interest educating europe shows around introduces young widow claire de cintre whose family aristocratic de bellegardes distrust american brashness commercialism claire nonetheless agrees marry him thus pulling newman rather deeply prepared for society closely guards secrets forcing face new quite unexpected questions introduction nicholas clifford p |
| 4040 |
4016 |
4471 |
Framley Parsonage |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
Framley Parsonage is the fourth novel in Anthony Trollope's series known as the "Chronicles of Barsetshire", first published in serial form in the Cornhill Magazine in 1860. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br>\n"Of all novelists in any country, Trollope best understands the role of money. Compared with him even Balzac is a romantic." — W. H. Auden\n<br> Novels in the series are <br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">1-The Warden</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-2/">1-The Warden (version 2)</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/barchester-towers-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Barchester Towers</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">3-Doctor Thorne</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/framley-parsonage-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Framley Parsonage</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-small-house-at-allington-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Small House at Allington</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Last Chronicle of Barset</a></p>\n |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/framley-parsonage-by-anthony-trollope/ |
framley parsonage fourth novel anthony trollope s series known chronicles barsetshire first published serial form cornhill magazine 1860 summary wikipedia br of novelists country trollope best understands role money compared even balzac romantic w h auden br novels series br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope rel no follow 1 the warden a br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope 2 1 the warden version 2 a br a href http librivox org barchester towers by anthony trollope 2 barchester towers a br a href http librivox org doctor thorne by anthony trollope rel no follow 3 doctor thorne a br a href http librivox org framley parsonage by anthony trollope 4 framley parsonage a br a href http librivox org the small house at allington by anthony trollope 5 the small house allington a br a href http librivox org the last chronicle of barset by anthony trollope 6 the last chronicle barset a p |
| 4041 |
4017 |
4472 |
Adeline Mowbray |
Amelia Opie |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Everybody makes mistakes, and everything has a price. This novel describes, according to its name, the life of Adeline Mowbray, full of everything: sorrow, happiness, falsehood, truth, kindness, and mistakes. This novel is an exploration of the human heart. Be prepared for a strong and enjoyable read. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/adeline-mowbray-by-amelia-opie/ |
p everybody makes mistakes everything price novel describes according name life adeline mowbray full everything sorrow happiness falsehood truth kindness mistakes novel exploration human heart prepared strong enjoyable read summary stav nisser p |
| 4042 |
4018 |
4473 |
Faust, Der Tragödie zweiter Teil |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Faust widmet sich im zweiten Teil aktiv verschiedenen Tätigkeiten und entspricht damit einem Ideal der Klassik: Der Mensch soll alle seine Fähigkeiten ausbilden. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/faust-der-tragodie-zweiter-teil-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
faust widmet sich im zweiten teil aktiv verschiedenen tätigkeiten und entspricht damit einem ideal der klassik der mensch soll alle seine fähigkeiten ausbilden zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4043 |
4019 |
4474 |
Stories of Inventors |
Russell Doubleday |
*Non-fiction, History , Science |
<p>Doubleday chronicles the history of everyday inventions that form the foundation of technology now common through the world. While some of the inventions are no longer used, each example shows how inventors contributed to technology through perseverance, inspiration and clever observations. In each chapter, he gives a clear, understandable background of the technology.<br><br>Many of the now outdated inventions may have inspired later inventions by meeting emerging demands. For example, Edison's filament bulb is now being phased out by more efficient CFL's, but Edison's contribution to indoor lighting likewise removed the need for inefficient gas-burning lamps. While trains for carrying mail and freight have largely been replaced by more nimble semi trailers, one example shows how technology can translate from ground to air travel. Trains with curved pipes that scooped water to refill reservoirs could be controlled from the train engine-cab without stopping, and mirrors the in-flight refueling systems that keep aircraft flying without the need to land. Although computers have replaced typewriters, word processing programs and web browsers justify text with similar algorithms. (Summary By LivelyHive)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-inventors-by-russel-doubleday/ |
p doubleday chronicles history everyday inventions form foundation technology common world inventions longer used example shows inventors contributed technology perseverance inspiration clever observations chapter gives clear understandable background technology br br many outdated inventions may inspired later inventions meeting emerging demands example edison s filament bulb phased efficient cfl s edison s contribution indoor lighting likewise removed need inefficient gas burning lamps trains carrying mail freight largely replaced nimble semi trailers one example shows technology translate ground air travel trains curved pipes scooped water refill reservoirs could controlled train engine cab without stopping mirrors in flight refueling systems keep aircraft flying without need land although computers replaced typewriters word processing programs web browsers justify text similar algorithms summary livelyhive p |
| 4044 |
4020 |
4475 |
Ego Machine |
Henry Kuttner |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
<p>Celebrated playwright Nicholas Martin didn’t read the small print in his Hollywood options contract. Now he’s facing five years of servitude to a conceited director named Raoul St. Cyr, who’s taken a thoughtful play about Portuguese fishermen and added dancing mermaids. When it seems the plot has changed to include a robot from the future Nicholas looses all hope, but this robot may be just what he needs to win his freedom. – The Ego Machine was first published in the May, 1952 issue of Space Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/the-ego-machine-by-henry-kuttner/ |
p celebrated playwright nicholas martin didn t read small print hollywood options contract he s facing five years servitude conceited director named raoul st cyr who s taken thoughtful play portuguese fishermen added dancing mermaids seems plot changed include robot future nicholas looses hope robot may needs win freedom ego machine first published may 1952 issue space science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4045 |
4021 |
4476 |
Pathological Lying, Accusation, and Swindling – A Study in Forensic Psychology |
William Healy |
Psychology |
<p>This work describes and analyzes several cases of pathological behavior. The interest comes not only from the cases themselves, but also from the of-its-time analysis which is mired in what we now know to be wrong thinking about mental illness, sexuality, gender, and race. - written by Mary Schneider </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pathological-lying-accusation-and-swindling-a-study-in-forensic-psychology-by-william-healy/ |
p this work describes analyzes several cases pathological behavior interest comes cases themselves also of its time analysis mired know wrong thinking mental illness sexuality gender race written mary schneider p |
| 4046 |
4044 |
4500 |
Further Foolishness |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction, Essays & Short Works, Humor |
<p>Seventeen goofy stories and essays by Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. "Professor Leacock has made more people laugh with the written word than any other living author. One may say he is one of the greatest jesters, the greatest humorist of the age." – A. P. Herbert (Introduction by TriciaG & Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/further-foolishness-by-stephen-leacock/ |
p seventeen goofy stories essays canadian humourist stephen leacock professor leacock made people laugh written word living author one may say one greatest jesters greatest humorist age a p herbert introduction triciag wikipedia p |
| 4047 |
4022 |
4477 |
Marble Faun |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
<p><i>The Marble Faun</i> is Hawthorne's most unusual romance. Writing on the eve of the American Civil War, Hawthorne set his story in a fantastical Italy. The romance mixes elements of a fable, pastoral, Gothic novel, and travel guide. In the spring of 1858, Hawthorne was inspired to write his romance when he saw the Faun of Praxiteles in a Roman sculpture gallery. The theme, characteristic of Hawthorne, is guilt and the Fall of Man. The four main characters are Miriam, a beautiful painter who is compared to Eve, Beatrice Cenci, Lady Macbeth, Judith, and Cleopatra, and is being pursued by a mysterious, threatening Model; Hilda, an innocent copyist who is compared to the Virgin Mary; Kenyon, a sculptor, who represents rationalist humanism; and Donatello, the Count of Monti Beni, who is compared to Adam, resembles the Faun of Praxiteles, and is probably only half human. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-marble-faun-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
p i the marble faun i hawthorne s unusual romance writing eve american civil war hawthorne set story fantastical italy romance mixes elements fable pastoral gothic novel travel guide spring 1858 hawthorne inspired write romance saw faun praxiteles roman sculpture gallery theme characteristic hawthorne guilt fall man four main characters miriam beautiful painter compared eve beatrice cenci lady macbeth judith cleopatra pursued mysterious threatening model hilda innocent copyist compared virgin mary kenyon sculptor represents rationalist humanism donatello count monti beni compared adam resembles faun praxiteles probably half human summary wikipedia p |
| 4048 |
4023 |
4478 |
Short Line War |
Samuel Merwin |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>"<i>The Short Line War</i> is a story that will appeal more particularly to the sterner sex, and we take it that the hyphenated name, Merwin-Webster, stands for two healthy-minded young men who have put their heads together and who have mapped out this story of a railroad war, in which politics form a considerable part. Jim Weeks is the central figure in the fight, and we like him so much better for knowing of the romance in his early life. He was a man 'without much instinct or imagination; he took everything seriously and literally, he could not understand a whim'--therefore a very foolish little woman came into his life only to leave it desolate. And when we meet him again after the years have rounded him, and when he stands 'before the world a man of solid achievement, calm, successful, satisfied,' we are quite prepared for the kind and tender things he does for the son of the woman he once loved. <i>The Short Line War</i> is <i>not</i> essentially a love story, which fact led us at the start to say that its healthy, vigorous style, with its politics and its railroads, will lead many a masculine novel reader to find enjoyment in its pages." -- <i>Bookman</i> (1899)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-short-line-war-by-samuel-merwin-and-henry-kitchell-webster/ |
p i the short line war i story appeal particularly sterner sex take hyphenated name merwin webster stands two healthy minded young men put heads together mapped story railroad war politics form considerable part jim weeks central figure fight like much better knowing romance early life man without much instinct imagination took everything seriously literally could understand whim therefore foolish little woman came life leave desolate meet years rounded him stands before world man solid achievement calm successful satisfied quite prepared kind tender things son woman loved i the short line war i i not i essentially love story fact led us start say healthy vigorous style politics railroads lead many masculine novel reader find enjoyment pages i bookman i 1899 p |
| 4049 |
4024 |
4479 |
Dragon and the Raven: Or The Days of King Alfred |
G. A. Henty |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
During the reign of King Alfred, Danish forces have invaded the English countryside. Although the English try to repulse these attacks, they are overrun by the savagery and sheer numbers of the Danes.<br><br>\n\nOne of those deeply touched by these attacks is young Edmund. As a boy, he watched as his father was slain in battle fighting the Danes. Although young, he was intelligent, and noted the mistakes made on the battlefield. As he grew into a man, he put that knowledge into use and created a uniquely trained group of soldiers and built a new, stronger ship called the Dragon. Manning this ship with his special soldiers, Edmund joins the battle for freedom from Danish oppression. His adventures take him all throughout Europe and lead to glory, wealth, and eventually love.\n(Summary by M. Z. Spark) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-dragon-and-the-raven-by-g-a-henty/ |
reign king alfred danish forces invaded english countryside although english try repulse attacks overrun savagery sheer numbers danes br br one deeply touched attacks young edmund boy watched father slain battle fighting danes although young intelligent noted mistakes made battlefield grew man put knowledge use created uniquely trained group soldiers built new stronger ship called dragon manning ship special soldiers edmund joins battle freedom danish oppression adventures take throughout europe lead glory wealth eventually love summary m z spark p |
| 4050 |
4025 |
4480 |
Call of the Wild (Version 2) |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>This is the story of Buck, dog napped from sunny California to snowy Arctic during the Alaska gold rush. This deservedly famous book has been already recorded by LibriVox and downloaded more than 100,000 times. Why, then, would anyone suggest another recording? Because this will be a Solo recording.\nOne of the joys of LibriVox is also a source of frustration for some listeners. That is, getting used to a narrator just in time for it to change! So, with apologies to Gordon, Kristin, Jean, and Miette, I am doing a solo. (Introduction by Tom Crawford)\nPlease be aware this book contains graphic descriptions of unspeakable animal cruelty and violence.</p>\nOne of the joys of LibriVox is also a source of frustration for some listeners. That is, getting used to a narrator just in time for it to change! So, with apologies to Gordon, Kristin, Jean, and Miette, I am doing a solo. (Introduction by Tom Crawford)\nPlease be aware this book contains graphic descriptions of unspeakable animal cruelty and violence.</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-of-the-wild-by-jack-london-2/ |
p this story buck dog napped sunny california snowy arctic alaska gold rush deservedly famous book already recorded librivox downloaded 100 000 times why then would anyone suggest another recording solo recording one joys librivox also source frustration listeners is getting used narrator time change so apologies gordon kristin jean miette solo introduction tom crawford please aware book contains graphic descriptions unspeakable animal cruelty violence p one joys librivox also source frustration listeners is getting used narrator time change so apologies gordon kristin jean miette solo introduction tom crawford please aware book contains graphic descriptions unspeakable animal cruelty violence p |
| 4051 |
4026 |
4481 |
Lady Into Fox |
David Garnett |
Published 1900 onward |
When Sylvia Tebrick, the 24-year-old wife of Richard Tebrick, suddenly turns into a fox while they are out walking in the woods, Mr. Tebrick sends away all the servants in an attempt to keep Sylvia's new nature a secret. Both then struggle to come to terms with the problems the change brings about.(Summary by Annise )</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lady-into-fox-by-david-garnett/ |
sylvia tebrick 24 year old wife richard tebrick suddenly turns fox walking woods mr tebrick sends away servants attempt keep sylvia s new nature secret struggle come terms problems change brings about summary annise p |
| 4052 |
4059 |
4520 |
Bible (KJV) NT 18: Philemon |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Epistle of Paul to Philemon, usually referred to simply as Philemon, is a prison letter to Philemon from Paul of Tarsus. Philemon was a leader in the Colossian church. This letter, which is one of the books of the New Testament, deals with forgiveness. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/philemon-kjv-by-king-james-version/ |
p the epistle paul philemon usually referred simply philemon prison letter philemon paul tarsus philemon leader colossian church letter one books new testament deals forgiveness introduction wikipedia p |
| 4053 |
4027 |
4482 |
Elements of Geology |
William Harmon Norton |
Earth Sciences |
<p>Geology is a science of such rapid growth that no apology is expected when from time to time a new text-book is added to those already in the field. The present work, however, is the outcome of the need of a text-book of very simple outline, in which causes and their consequences should be knit together as closely as possible,—a need long felt by the author in his teaching, and perhaps by other teachers also. The author has ventured, therefore, to depart from the common usage which subdivides geology into a number of departments,—dynamical, structural, physiographic, and historical,—and to treat in immediate connection with each geological process the land forms and the rock structures which it has produced. (from book preface)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-geology-by-william-harmon-norton/ |
p geology science rapid growth apology expected time time new text book added already field present work however outcome need text book simple outline causes consequences knit together closely possible a need long felt author teaching perhaps teachers also author ventured therefore depart common usage subdivides geology number departments dynamical structural physiographic historical and treat immediate connection geological process land forms rock structures produced from book preface p |
| 4054 |
4028 |
4483 |
Cuentos de Hadas, Vol. 1 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Kinder- und Hausmärchen ("Cuentos para la infancia y el hogar"), dos volúmenes publicados en 1812 y 1815. La colección fue ampliada en 1857 y se conoce popularmente como Cuentos de hadas de los hermanos Grimm. Su extraordinaria difusión ha contribuido decisivamente a divulgar cuentos como "Blancanieves", "La Cenicienta", "Hänsel y Gretel" o "Juan sin miedo". (Introducción de Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-hadas-vol-1-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
kinder und hausmärchen cuentos para la infancia el hogar dos volúmenes publicados en 1812 1815 la colección fue ampliada en 1857 se conoce popularmente como cuentos de hadas de los hermanos grimm su extraordinaria difusión ha contribuido decisivamente divulgar cuentos como blancanieves la cenicienta hänsel gretel juan sin miedo introducción de wikipedia p |
| 4055 |
4029 |
4484 |
Short Poetry Collection 089 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of July 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-089/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers month july 2010 p |
| 4056 |
4030 |
4485 |
Vicomte De Bragelonne |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
After <i>The Three Muskateers</i> and <i>Twenty Years After</i> the adventurous story of Athos, Porthos, Aramis and D'Artagnan continues!<br><br><i>The Vicomte of Bragelonne: Ten Years Later</i> (French: <i>Le Vicomte de Bragelonne ou Dix ans plus tard</i>) is the last of the Musketeer novels. It is usually divided into four volumes and this first volume contains chapters 1-75. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicomte-de-bragelonne-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
i the three muskateers i i twenty years after i adventurous story athos porthos aramis d artagnan continues br br i the vicomte bragelonne ten years later i french i le vicomte de bragelonne ou dix ans plus tard i last musketeer novels usually divided four volumes first volume contains chapters 1 75 summary diana majlinger p |
| 4057 |
4031 |
4486 |
Antiquities of the Jews, Volume 3 |
Flavius Josephus |
History , Antiquity |
<p>Antiquities of the Jews was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. Antiquities of the Jews is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n<br/><br/>\nVolume 3 contains Books 11-15; it begins with the return of the Babylonian exiles under Cyrus, king of Persia and ends with King Herod rebuilding the temple (c. 559 BC - 20 BC).</p> |
English |
1737 |
https://librivox.org/the-antiquities-of-the-jews-vol-3-by-flavius-josephus/ |
p antiquities jews work published important jewish historian flavius josephus year 93 94 antiquities jews history jewish people written greek josephus gentile patrons beginning creation adam eve follows events historical books hebrew bible sometimes omits adds information summary wikipedia br br volume 3 contains books 11 15 begins return babylonian exiles cyrus king persia ends king herod rebuilding temple c 559 bc 20 bc p |
| 4058 |
4032 |
4487 |
Phantom of the Opera (version 2) |
Gaston Leroux |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
<p>Christine Daae was brought up in the Paris Opera house. Her musician father suddenly dies, telling her he will send her an angel of music to look after her. She grows up and discovers that she is hearing a voice, telling her and teaching her to sing. She believes he is the angel of music but he is known in the Opera House simply as The Phantom. Although she is fascinated and drawn towards the phantom, she falls in love with her childhood sweetheart, The Vicomte de Chagny - or Raoul - but the Phantom won't take this lightly... (Summary by Ralph Snelson)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-of-the-opera-by-gaston-leroux-2/ |
p christine daae brought paris opera house musician father suddenly dies telling send angel music look her grows discovers hearing voice telling teaching sing believes angel music known opera house simply phantom although fascinated drawn towards phantom falls love childhood sweetheart vicomte de chagny raoul phantom take lightly summary ralph snelson p |
| 4059 |
4033 |
4488 |
Anna Karenina, Book 4 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. In Book 4, Anna's husband considers drastic measures to address the flagrant infidelity of his wife, while Kitty and Levin meet once again in Moscow to their mutual discomfiture. (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn) |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-book-4-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky book 4 anna s husband considers drastic measures address flagrant infidelity wife kitty levin meet moscow mutual discomfiture summary mary anderson maryann |
| 4060 |
4034 |
4489 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 045 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 045: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-045-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 045 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 4061 |
4096 |
4558 |
Stamped Caution |
Raymond Z. Gallun |
Science Fiction |
<p>When an alien spacecraft crashes in Missouri a team of army investigators is dispatched. Among the debris they find a Martian infant and decide to raise him in their lab. Is he too strange to form a relationship with humans? Maybe, but he does have cute eye-stalks. – Stamped Caution was first published in the August 1953 issue of Galaxy magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/stamped-caution-by-raymond-z-gallun/ |
p when alien spacecraft crashes missouri team army investigators dispatched among debris find martian infant decide raise lab strange form relationship humans maybe cute eye stalks stamped caution first published august 1953 issue galaxy magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4062 |
4035 |
4490 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
<br />Lucy Maud Montgomery was born at Clifton (now New London), Prince Edward Island, Canada, on November 30, 1874. She achieved international fame in her lifetime, putting Prince Edward Island and Canada on the world literary map. Best known for her "Anne of Green Gables" books, she was also a prolific writer of short stories and poetry. She published some 500 short stories and poems and twenty novels before her death in 1942. The Project Gutenberg collection of her short stories was gathered from numerous sources and is presented in chronological publishing order. (Summary by Project Gutenberg.)<br /><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901</a><br>Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903<br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922</a><br></br> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br lucy maud montgomery born clifton now new london prince edward island canada november 30 1874 achieved international fame lifetime putting prince edward island canada world literary map best known anne green gables books also prolific writer short stories poetry published 500 short stories poems twenty novels death 1942 project gutenberg collection short stories gathered numerous sources presented chronological publishing order summary project gutenberg br br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 to 1901 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 a br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 a br br |
| 4063 |
4036 |
4491 |
Psychotherapy |
Hugo Münsterberg |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
Talking about viewing the Ocean <br>\n<i>"If I take the attitude of appreciation, it would be absurd to say that this wave is composed of chemical elements which I do not see; and if I take the attitude of physical explanation, it would be equally absurd to deny that such elements are all of which the wave is made. From the one standpoint, the ocean is really excited; from the other standpoint, the molecules are moving according to the laws of hydrodynamics. If I want to understand the meaning of this scene every reminiscence of physics will lead me astray; if I want to calculate the movement of my boat, physics alone can help me".</i><br>(from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/psychotherapy-by-hugo-munsterberg/ |
talking viewing ocean br i if take attitude appreciation would absurd say wave composed chemical elements see take attitude physical explanation would equally absurd deny elements wave made one standpoint ocean really excited standpoint molecules moving according laws hydrodynamics want understand meaning scene every reminiscence physics lead astray want calculate movement boat physics alone help me i br from introduction p |
| 4064 |
4037 |
4492 |
Democracy and Education: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Education |
John Dewey |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
An important, controversial, and often cited work on public education. Dewey discusses the role of public education in a democracy and the different methods for achieving quality in education. After its initial publication, this book began a revolution in educational thinking; one that emphasized growth, experience, and activity as key elements in promoting democratic qualities in students and educators alike. (Introduction by timferreira)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/democracy-and-education-by-john-dewey/ |
important controversial often cited work public education dewey discusses role public education democracy different methods achieving quality education initial publication book began revolution educational thinking one emphasized growth experience activity key elements promoting democratic qualities students educators alike introduction timferreira p |
| 4065 |
4038 |
4493 |
California |
J. Tyrwhitt Brooks |
Travel & Geography |
<P>Henry Vizetelly, writing under the pseudonym J. Tyrwhitt Brooks, recalls an expedition to California he took between 1847-1848 . Originally, he planned to enlist as a surgeon for the US Army during the Mexican war, but conflicts had ended by the time he applied. In a quick change of plans, he joined a group of prospectors on their way to the newly found gold fields of California. While he might not find service in the military, his training as a physician made him a valuable addition to the ragtag team of explorers.<BR><BR>His training as a physician gives us an exacting perspective of the events and people who struck out from more sedate routines to prospect gold in the Californian wilderness. However, he is unprepared to find a cure for the gold fever that has depopulated the surrounding towns. Only one member of the group, an experienced fur-trapper, is able to resist the lustrous lure of nuggets, flakes and gold richly deposited in the dusty desert.<BR><BR>Like the others who have left jobs to prospect for gold, he learns how to live on the land and struggle through hardship away from the security of city life. His motley group of changing characters ride through sudden fortunes and disasters while meeting Mormons, Indians and not least of all a bountiful harvest of gold. Before he returns to his home in England, another quick change of fortune undoes his plans for a comfortable retirement and shows us the extent of greed that has sprung up in the mining camps.</P> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/california-by-henry-vizetelly/ |
p henry vizetelly writing pseudonym j tyrwhitt brooks recalls expedition california took 1847 1848 originally planned enlist surgeon us army mexican war conflicts ended time applied quick change plans joined group prospectors way newly found gold fields california might find service military training physician made valuable addition ragtag team explorers br br his training physician gives us exacting perspective events people struck sedate routines prospect gold californian wilderness however unprepared find cure gold fever depopulated surrounding towns one member group experienced fur trapper able resist lustrous lure nuggets flakes gold richly deposited dusty desert br br like others left jobs prospect gold learns live land struggle hardship away security city life motley group changing characters ride sudden fortunes disasters meeting mormons indians least bountiful harvest gold returns home england another quick change fortune undoes plans comfortable retirement shows us extent greed sprung mining camps p |
| 4066 |
4039 |
4494 |
Essence of Christianity |
Ludwig Feuerbach |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
Taking issue with Hegel's sense that God, as Logos, is somehow central to all that is, Feuerbach explores his own notion that Christianity, as religion, grew quite naturally from ordinary human observation. Only upon deeper, systematic reflection did people postulate a divine source--God. Religious teaching which loses sight of its own essential rootedness in human experience runs the risk becoming overly abstract, disconnected even, from realities which shape humanity and which impart meaning and dignity to life. Fuerbach illustrates this not only on the example of the doctrine of God, but also with respect to creation, prayer, miracles, Trinitarianism, sacramentalism, and other dogmas at the core of Christianity. (Introduction by Rom Maczka)></p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-essence-of-christianity-by-ludwig-feuerbach/ |
taking issue hegel s sense god logos somehow central is feuerbach explores notion christianity religion grew quite naturally ordinary human observation upon deeper systematic reflection people postulate divine source god religious teaching loses sight essential rootedness human experience runs risk becoming overly abstract disconnected even realities shape humanity impart meaning dignity life fuerbach illustrates example doctrine god also respect creation prayer miracles trinitarianism sacramentalism dogmas core christianity introduction rom maczka p |
| 4067 |
4040 |
4495 |
Anna Karenina, Book 5 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the <p>sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. Tragedy unfolds as Anna rejects her passionless marriage to follow her heart and must endure the hypocrisies of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson)<p>\nIn Book 5 we see the new life begun by Levin and Kitty contrasted with that of Anna and Vronsky. The seeds of Anna's and Vronsky's discontent are sown. |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-book-5-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
anna karenina tells doomed love affair p sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky tragedy unfolds anna rejects passionless marriage follow heart must endure hypocrisies society summary mary anderson p book 5 see new life begun levin kitty contrasted anna vronsky seeds anna s vronsky s discontent sown |
| 4068 |
4097 |
4559 |
Old Ireland |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Old Ireland by Walt Whitman. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 1st, 2010.</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/old-ireland-by-walt-whitman/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings old ireland walt whitman fortnightly poetry project august 1st 2010 p |
| 4069 |
4045 |
4501 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 039 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-039-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4070 |
4046 |
4505 |
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded continues the adventures of the many characters in the previous volume Sylvie and Bruno. The fairy-children Sylvie and Bruno are charming whenever they appear, their fairy companions such as the Professor delight in taking ideas to their logical (and humorous) conclusions, and many nonsense songs are sung. Meanwhile, the mortals (comprised of the unnamed narrator, the gracious Lady Muriel and the sententious Arthur) tend to become the vehicles for Carroll's regular sermons on morality and proper Christian values. (Summary by Catharine Eastman)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/sylvie-and-bruno-concluded-by-lewis-carroll/ |
sylvie bruno concluded continues adventures many characters previous volume sylvie bruno fairy children sylvie bruno charming whenever appear fairy companions professor delight taking ideas logical and humorous conclusions many nonsense songs sung meanwhile mortals comprised unnamed narrator gracious lady muriel sententious arthur tend become vehicles carroll s regular sermons morality proper christian values summary catharine eastman p |
| 4071 |
4047 |
4506 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 018 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass law, history, science, travel, philosophy, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-018-by-various/ |
collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass law history science travel philosophy nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 4072 |
4048 |
4507 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 009 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 009: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-009/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 009 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 4073 |
4049 |
4509 |
Wahrheitpfad (Dhammapadam) |
Unknown |
Other religions |
<p>Das Dhammapada ist eine Anthologie von Aussprüchen des Buddha. Dabei sind die Verse so ausgewählt, dass sie den Kern der Lehre des Buddha wiedergeben. Es ist einer der bekanntesten Texte dieser Lehre und findet seine weiteste Verbreitung im südlichen Buddhismus. Dort begleitet es die Schüler des Buddha vom Anfang bis zum Ende ihres Pfades. Darüber hinaus ist es ein Meisterwerk sowohl der frühen buddhistischen Literatur als auch der indischen Tradition des Karvya (Belle Lettre). (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/der-wahrheitpfad-dhammapadam-by-gautama-buddha/ |
p das dhammapada ist eine anthologie von aussprüchen des buddha dabei sind die verse ausgewählt dass sie den kern der lehre des buddha wiedergeben es ist einer der bekanntesten texte dieser lehre und findet seine weiteste verbreitung im südlichen buddhismus dort begleitet es die schüler des buddha vom anfang bis zum ende ihres pfades darüber hinaus ist es ein meisterwerk sowohl der frühen buddhistischen literatur als auch der indischen tradition des karvya belle lettre introduction wikipedia p |
| 4074 |
4050 |
4510 |
Children's Shakespeare |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, General |
<p>This children's book retells twelve of Shakespeare's most popular plays as stories for children. Each of the plays are rewritten as short stories or fairy tales suitable to keep the attention of child readers or listeners. The introduction of the book cites a child's ability and desire to become familiar with the works of Shakespeare as a stepping-stone toward a greater appreciation of the actual plays later in life. (Summary by timferreira)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-shakespeare-by-edith-nesbit/ |
p this children s book retells twelve shakespeare s popular plays stories children plays rewritten short stories fairy tales suitable keep attention child readers listeners introduction book cites child s ability desire become familiar works shakespeare stepping stone toward greater appreciation actual plays later life summary timferreira p |
| 4075 |
4051 |
4511 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (version 5 dramatic reading) |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Fantasy Fiction |
This classic tale by Lewis Carroll has delighted children for generations. Alice falls down a rabbit hole and encounters a wide variety of strange and wonderful creatures in all manner of bizarre situations. Join Alice as she journeys through Wonderland, trying to make sense of what she finds there. This version is read dramatically, with different readers voicing the different characters. (Summary by Lucy Perry)<br/><br><strong>Cast</strong><br><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Alice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>The White Rabbit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">BellonaTimes</a><br>Mouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4598">cher0520</a><br>Lory: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Duck: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4294">Jessamy Gloor</a><br>Dodo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5386">Tim Ferreira</a><br>Eaglet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3367">Dennis D.</a><br>Old Crab: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5404">Joshua Logan</a><br>Young Crab: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1998">Sonja</a><br>Magpie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Canary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Pat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5275">Terence Taylor</a><br>Bill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Guinea Pig 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5385">Rat King</a><br>Guinea Pig 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5425">Kelseigh</a><br>Caterpillar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Pigeon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5425">Kelseigh</a><br>Fish-Footman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5275">Terence</a><br>Frog-Footman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Cook: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5103">Ana</a><br>Baby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Duchess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5394">Heather Phillips</a><br>Cheshire Cat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>March Hare: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Hatter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Dormouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Five: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3588">Neeru Iyer</a><br>Two: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>Seven: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a><br>Soldier 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3367">Dennis D.</a><br>Soldier 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5517">Philbert</a><br>Soldier 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Queen of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>King of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Gryphon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mock Turtle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Knave of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Alice's Sister: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br><br>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett and Arielle Lipshaw<br/><br/> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-dramatic-reading-by-lewis-carroll/ |
classic tale lewis carroll delighted children generations alice falls rabbit hole encounters wide variety strange wonderful creatures manner bizarre situations join alice journeys wonderland trying make sense finds there version read dramatically different readers voicing different characters summary lucy perry br br strong cast strong br br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br alice a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br the white rabbit a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellonatimes a br mouse a href http librivox org reader 4598 cher0520 a br lory a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br duck a href http librivox org reader 4294 jessamy gloor a br dodo a href http librivox org reader 5386 tim ferreira a br eaglet a href http librivox org reader 3367 dennis d a br old crab a href http librivox org reader 5404 joshua logan a br young crab a href http librivox org reader 1998 sonja a br magpie a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br canary a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br pat a href http librivox org reader 5275 terence taylor a br bill a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br guinea pig 1 a href http librivox org reader 5385 rat king a br guinea pig 2 a href http librivox org reader 5425 kelseigh a br caterpillar a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pigeon a href http librivox org reader 5425 kelseigh a br fish footman a href http librivox org reader 5275 terence a br frog footman a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br cook a href http librivox org reader 5103 ana a br baby a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br duchess a href http librivox org reader 5394 heather phillips a br cheshire cat a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br march hare a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br hatter a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br dormouse a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br five a href http librivox org reader 3588 neeru iyer a br two a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br seven a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a br soldier 1 a href http librivox org reader 3367 dennis d a br soldier 2 a href http librivox org reader 5517 philbert a br soldier 3 a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br queen hearts a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br king hearts a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br gryphon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mock turtle a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br knave hearts a href http librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br alice s sister a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br br audio edited elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw br br |
| 4076 |
4052 |
4513 |
Quest of the Sacred Slipper |
Sax Rohmer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Cavanagh becomes involved in the adventurous search for a precious relic in the mysterious East. (Introduction by Laineyben)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-quest-of-the-sacred-slipper-by-sax-rohmer/ |
p cavanagh becomes involved adventurous search precious relic mysterious east introduction laineyben p |
| 4077 |
4053 |
4514 |
Prisoner of Morro |
Upton Sinclair |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<p>Upton Sinclair, born in 1878 was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American author. He wrote over 90 books in many genres. Best known for his muckraking novel, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-jungle-by-upton-sinclair/">The Jungle</a href>, Sinclair also wrote adventure fiction. Many of these works were written under the pseudonym, Ensign Clark Fitch, U.S.N. A Prisoner of Morrow, published in 1898 when Sinclair was but 20 years old, is one of these efforts. The period for this work is the ten-week Spanish–American War which occurred in 1898. Revolts against Spanish rule had been prevalent for decades in Cuba and were closely watched by Americans. The main issue of the war was Cuban independence from Spain. The war was notable for a series of one-sided American naval and military victories and led to the downfall of Spain as a colonial power. Clif Faraday, a naval cadet, is the main character in this novel. Stationed on a gunboat off the Cuban island as part of the U. S. naval blockade, Clif survives a series of confrontations at sea and treacheries on land. He is captured while on the island during a mission and lands in a Cuban prison called Morro, renowned for its cruelty. Clif receives aid from an unlikely source when all seems lost and survives to show commendable leadership and canny judgment. If you are looking for social commentary from Sinclair, this is not the book. If you want an entertaining listen reminiscent of “old-time” radio weekly serials where the hero faces dire consequences at the end of the each week’s program, then you should enjoy this story. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and modified by the Reader)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-prisoner-of-morro-by-upton-sinclair/ |
p upton sinclair born 1878 pulitzer prize winning american author wrote 90 books many genres best known muckraking novel a href http librivox org the jungle by upton sinclair the jungle a href sinclair also wrote adventure fiction many works written pseudonym ensign clark fitch u s n prisoner morrow published 1898 sinclair 20 years old one efforts period work ten week spanish american war occurred 1898 revolts spanish rule prevalent decades cuba closely watched americans main issue war cuban independence spain war notable series one sided american naval military victories led downfall spain colonial power clif faraday naval cadet main character novel stationed gunboat cuban island part u s naval blockade clif survives series confrontations sea treacheries land captured island mission lands cuban prison called morro renowned cruelty clif receives aid unlikely source seems lost survives show commendable leadership canny judgment looking social commentary sinclair book want entertaining listen reminiscent old time radio weekly serials hero faces dire consequences end week s program enjoy story summary adapted wikipedia modified reader p |
| 4078 |
4054 |
4515 |
Gamekeeper at Home |
Richard Jefferies |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Biography & Autobiography |
Richard Jefferies (1848 – 1887) was born and spent his childhood on a farm at Coate,Wiltshire. He joined the ‘Wiltshire and Gloucestershire Standard’ in 1868 and also started to write articles and pamphlets on various agricultural issues and local history topics. He is best known for his depiction of English rural life in essays, books of natural history, and novels. This classic of English nature writing gives an idea of the life of a gamekeeper in southern England in the second half of the nineteenth century. (Summary by AJM)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-gamekeeper-at-home-by-richard-jefferies/ |
richard jefferies 1848 1887 born spent childhood farm coate wiltshire joined wiltshire gloucestershire standard 1868 also started write articles pamphlets various agricultural issues local history topics best known depiction english rural life essays books natural history novels classic english nature writing gives idea life gamekeeper southern england second half nineteenth century summary ajm p |
| 4079 |
4055 |
4516 |
Careers of Danger and Daring |
Cleveland Moffett |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Technology & Engineering |
In this volume of adventure the author depicts the lives of certain humble modern heroes whose unconscious courage ordinarily goes unnoticed. Mr. Moffett \nhas chosen unusual and picturesque careers, and has offered dramatic scenes from the lives of the steeple climber, the diver, the balloonist,the pilot, the bridge builder, the fireman, the aerial acrobat, the wild animal trainer, the dynamite worker and lastly the locomotive driver. (Summary by annise)<br><br>And it has great pictures - ever wondered what the top of a steeple really looked like? <b>Some listeners may find the "Wild Animal Tamer" stories distressing </b>- I did. I would suggest you just don't download that section - the rest is well worth listening to.<br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/careers-of-danger-and-daring-by-cleveland-moffett/ |
volume adventure author depicts lives certain humble modern heroes whose unconscious courage ordinarily goes unnoticed mr moffett chosen unusual picturesque careers offered dramatic scenes lives steeple climber diver balloonist the pilot bridge builder fireman aerial acrobat wild animal trainer dynamite worker lastly locomotive driver summary annise br br and great pictures ever wondered top steeple really looked like b some listeners may find wild animal tamer stories distressing b did would suggest download section rest well worth listening to br br |
| 4080 |
4056 |
4517 |
Visions |
Coulson Kernahan |
Fantastic Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>Deeper questions of life and death, and of God’s relationship to man, are explored in this collection of “dreams” by a noted English novelist and literary critic. A man takes an uncertain step into the next world as his life ends – Defendants at the Last Judgment hurl their own accusations at the Judge – An angel arrives on Christmas Eve to guide one soul through a night of despair and doubt – Flowers in a garden contemplate their own mortality – What would it mean if the world renounced Christ, or God took Christ away from the world? – And in a world of the future, pleasure and luxury are pursued … and children are nowhere to be found. (Introduction by D. Leeson)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/visions-by-coulson-kernahan/ |
p deeper questions life death god s relationship man explored collection dreams noted english novelist literary critic man takes uncertain step next world life ends defendants last judgment hurl accusations judge angel arrives christmas eve guide one soul night despair doubt flowers garden contemplate mortality would mean world renounced christ god took christ away world world future pleasure luxury pursued children nowhere found introduction d leeson p |
| 4081 |
4057 |
4518 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 2 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
<p>The <i>Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern</i>, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example. <br/><br/>\n\nThe result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read." <br/><br/>\n\nThis second volume contains chapters from "Anacreon" to "Auerbach". (Summary by Leni)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-2-by-various/ |
p the i library world s best literature ancient modern i work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br second volume contains chapters anacreon auerbach summary leni p |
| 4082 |
4058 |
4519 |
Comedy of Errors |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<p>The Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare's earliest plays, believed to have been written between 1592 and 1594. It is his shortest and one of his most farcical comedies, with a major part of the humour coming from slapstick and mistaken identity, in addition to puns and word play. The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities lead to wrongful beatings, a near-seduction, the arrest of Antipholus of Ephesus, and accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, and demonic possession. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Adriana / Second Merchant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Aegeon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5466">Jason Bortles</a><br>Aemilia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Angelo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5464">bmkeener</a><br>Antipholus of Ephesus / Antipholus of Syracuse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Balthazar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5386">Tim Ferreira</a><br>Courtezan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Dromio of Ephesus / Dromio of Syracuse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>First Merchant / Solinus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Luce: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Luciana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Pinch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1592 |
https://librivox.org/the-comedy-of-errors-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p the comedy errors one william shakespeare s earliest plays believed written 1592 1594 shortest one farcical comedies major part humour coming slapstick mistaken identity addition puns word play comedy errors tells story two sets identical twins accidentally separated birth antipholus syracuse servant dromio syracuse arrive ephesus turns home twin brothers antipholus ephesus servant dromio ephesus syracusans encounter friends families twins series wild mishaps based mistaken identities lead wrongful beatings near seduction arrest antipholus ephesus accusations infidelity theft madness demonic possession summary wikipedia p br strong cast strong br p adriana second merchant a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br aegeon a href http librivox org reader 5466 jason bortles a br aemilia a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br angelo a href http librivox org reader 5464 bmkeener a br antipholus ephesus antipholus syracuse a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br balthazar a href http librivox org reader 5386 tim ferreira a br courtezan a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br dromio ephesus dromio syracuse a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br first merchant solinus a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br gaoler a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br luce a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br luciana a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br officer a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br pinch a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br servant a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4083 |
4060 |
4521 |
Bible (KJV) NT 15: 1 Timothy |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The First Epistle of Paul to Timothy, usually referred to simply as First Timothy and often written 1 Timothy, is one of three letters in New Testament of the Bible often grouped together as the Pastoral Epistles, the others being Second Timothy and Titus. The letter, traditionally attributed to Saint Paul, consists mainly of counsels to his younger colleague and delegate Timothy regarding his ministry in Ephesus (1:3). These include instructions on the forms of worship and organization of the Church, the responsibilities resting on its several members, including episcopoi (overseers or bishops) and diaconoi ("deacons"); and secondly of exhortation to faithfulness in maintaining the truth amid surrounding errors (iv.iff), presented as a prophecy of erring teachers to come. (Summery by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/1-timothy-by-king-james-version/ |
p the first epistle paul timothy usually referred simply first timothy often written 1 timothy one three letters new testament bible often grouped together pastoral epistles others second timothy titus letter traditionally attributed saint paul consists mainly counsels younger colleague delegate timothy regarding ministry ephesus 1 3 include instructions forms worship organization church responsibilities resting several members including episcopoi overseers bishops diaconoi deacons secondly exhortation faithfulness maintaining truth amid surrounding errors iv iff presented prophecy erring teachers come summery wikipedia p |
| 4084 |
4061 |
4522 |
Tiger of Mysore |
G. A. Henty |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>During the Indian war with Tippoo Saib, 15 year old Dick Holland and his mother set out from England to find and rescue his father, shipwrecked 6 years earlier, and believed to be held prisoner by the 'Tiger of Mysore'(summary by annise)<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-tiger-of-mysore-by-g-a-henty/ |
p during indian war tippoo saib 15 year old dick holland mother set england find rescue father shipwrecked 6 years earlier believed held prisoner tiger mysore summary annise p |
| 4085 |
4062 |
4523 |
Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>The town of Hadleyburg had the reputation of being the most honest town in a wide area, indeed an incorruptible community. The elders took this reputation so to heart that they brought up their children shielded from all temptation and trained thoroughly in total honesty. However, a stranger passing through the community was seriously offended by the actions of residents of this Utopia, and he vowed to gain revenge. After several years he came up with the perfect plan to embarrass the town and expose its hypocrisy. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-that-corrupted-hadleyburg-by-mark-twain/ |
p the town hadleyburg reputation honest town wide area indeed incorruptible community elders took reputation heart brought children shielded temptation trained thoroughly total honesty however stranger passing community seriously offended actions residents utopia vowed gain revenge several years came perfect plan embarrass town expose hypocrisy introduction leonard wilson p |
| 4086 |
4063 |
4524 |
Eyes Like the Sea |
Mór Jókai |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>He was a painter, a poet, a novelist. He lived during the Hungarian revolution and his love of freedom meant his life was often in peril. She was his first love, this girl with the eyes like the sea. She was at heart noble, good and loving. What an excellent lady might have been made out of this woman, if she had only met with a husband who, in the most ordinary acceptance of the word, had been a good fellow, as is really the case with about nine men out of every ten. But she always managed to draw the unlucky tenth out of the urn of destiny. And so she spurned his true love in favor of a high-flying dandy. He went on to pursue a life of politics and she to follow her capricious heart. But yet, throughout her life, she kept returning to him and to the end, of all men, she loved him perhaps best of all. (Eyes Like the Sea won the Hungarian Academy of Sciences prize for literature in 1890.) (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/eyes-like-the-sea-by-mor-jokai/ |
p he painter poet novelist lived hungarian revolution love freedom meant life often peril first love girl eyes like sea heart noble good loving excellent lady might made woman met husband who ordinary acceptance word good fellow really case nine men every ten always managed draw unlucky tenth urn destiny spurned true love favor high flying dandy went pursue life politics follow capricious heart yet throughout life kept returning end men loved perhaps best all eyes like sea hungarian academy sciences prize literature 1890 summary maryann p |
| 4087 |
4064 |
4525 |
Apologia Pro Vita Sua |
John Henry Newman |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Other |
<p>A religious autobiography of unsurpassed interest, the simple confidential tone of which "revolutionized the popular estimate of its author," establishing the strength and sincerity of the convictions which had led him into the Roman Catholic Church(Wikipedia)."No autobiography in the English language has been more read; to the nineteenth century it bears a relation not less characteristic than Boswell's 'Johnson' to the eighteenth." Rev. Wm. Barry, D.D.</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/apologia-pro-vita-sua-by-john-henry-newman/ |
p a religious autobiography unsurpassed interest simple confidential tone revolutionized popular estimate author establishing strength sincerity convictions led roman catholic church wikipedia no autobiography english language read nineteenth century bears relation less characteristic boswell s johnson eighteenth rev wm barry d d p |
| 4088 |
4065 |
4526 |
Tim |
Howard Overing Sturgis |
General Fiction |
<p>The first of only three novels by English author Howard Overing Sturgis, the son of wealthy American expatriates and a close friend of Henry James, Tim portrays a sensitive young boy’s affection for an older boy. (Introduction by Dorlene Kaplan)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tim-by-howard-overing-sturgis/ |
p the first three novels english author howard overing sturgis son wealthy american expatriates close friend henry james tim portrays sensitive young boy s affection older boy introduction dorlene kaplan p |
| 4089 |
4066 |
4527 |
Exemplary Novels of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Originally compiled by Cervantes himself in 1613 as a collection of "exemplary" stories, this translated version from 1881 brings these stories to the English reader. Included in the collection are twelve stories selected by Cervantes, including "A Deceitful Marriage," which famously transitions seamlessly and humorously into the "Dialogue Between Scipio and Berganze". (Summary by Tim Ferreira)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-exemplary-novels-of-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
p originally compiled cervantes 1613 collection exemplary stories translated version 1881 brings stories english reader included collection twelve stories selected cervantes including a deceitful marriage famously transitions seamlessly humorously dialogue scipio berganze summary tim ferreira p |
| 4090 |
4067 |
4528 |
History of New Brunswick |
Peter Fisher |
*Non-fiction, History , Travel & Geography |
<p>Originally published in 1825 under the title: Sketches of New Brunswick : containing an account of the first settlement of the province, with a brief description of the country, climate, productions, inhabitants, government, rivers, towns, settlements, public institutions, trade, revenue, population, &c., by an inhabitant of the province. The value of this history is in the fact that it was written when the Province was still in its infancy. Although there had been a few small settlements established in New Brunswick prior to 1783, the main influx of settlers were Loyalists who chose to remove to the area from the United States following the American Revolution. (Summary from text with additions by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-new-brunswick-by-peter-fisher/ |
p originally published 1825 title sketches new brunswick containing account first settlement province brief description country climate productions inhabitants government rivers towns settlements public institutions trade revenue population c inhabitant province value history fact written province still infancy although small settlements established new brunswick prior 1783 main influx settlers loyalists chose remove area united states following american revolution summary text additions roger melin p |
| 4091 |
4068 |
4529 |
Edgewater People |
Mary E. Wilkins Freeman |
Short Stories |
A collection of interrelated short stories concerning the townfolk of a few small New England villages at the turn of the last century. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/edgewater-people-by-mary-e-wilkins-freeman/ |
collection interrelated short stories concerning townfolk small new england villages turn last century summary bellonatimes p |
| 4092 |
4069 |
4530 |
Lessons on Manners for Home and School Use |
Edith E. Wiggin |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
It is true that good manners, like good morals, are best taught by the teacher's example. It is also true that definite lessons, in which the subject can be considered in its appropriate divisions, are of no little value if we would have our children attain to "that finest of the fine arts, a beautiful behavior." (From the author's Introduction)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/lessons-on-manners-for-home-and-school-use-by-edith-e-wiggin/ |
true good manners like good morals best taught teacher s example also true definite lessons subject considered appropriate divisions little value would children attain that finest fine arts beautiful behavior from author s introduction p |
| 4093 |
4070 |
4531 |
Fearsome Island |
Albert Kinross |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<br />No ordinary sailor's tale, this. Based allegedly on the real experiences of Silas Fordred, Master Mariner of Hythe, this is a story of shipwreck on an uncharted island and his supernatural adventures there with a witch, a hairy man, and various devilish devices and traps. The author, Kinross, adds an appendix purporting to explain the marvels which Fordred encountered.<br /><br />Kinross claims to have stolen the sailor's original account from Hythe Town Hall while helping the Town Clerk to sort newly discovered old papers. This is credible, as it is well-known that there were many such documents rescued from destruction in the late nineteenth century. The names of Fordred and his shipmate Snoad are also old-established Hythe families. However, even if Fordred's account is mentioned in the annals of Hythe Borough, it is impossible to know how much was invented by Kinross. "Believe or doubt!" the author says. Much as I would like to believe, I know which way I incline. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-fearsome-island-by-albert-kinross/ |
br no ordinary sailor s tale this based allegedly real experiences silas fordred master mariner hythe story shipwreck uncharted island supernatural adventures witch hairy man various devilish devices traps author kinross adds appendix purporting explain marvels fordred encountered br br kinross claims stolen sailor s original account hythe town hall helping town clerk sort newly discovered old papers credible well known many documents rescued destruction late nineteenth century names fordred shipmate snoad also old established hythe families however even fordred s account mentioned annals hythe borough impossible know much invented kinross believe doubt author says much would like believe know way incline introduction ruth golding br br |
| 4094 |
4071 |
4532 |
Briefless Barrister |
John Godfrey Saxe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Briefless Barrister by John Godfrey Saxe. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 18th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-briefless-barrister-by-john-godfrey-saxe/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings briefless barrister john godfrey saxe fortnightly poetry project july 18th 2010 p |
| 4095 |
4072 |
4533 |
Three Sisters |
Anton Chekhov |
Plays |
<p>Three Sisters is a naturalistic play about the decay of the privileged class in Russia and the search for meaning in the modern world. It describes the lives and aspirations of the Prozorov family, the three sisters (Olga, Masha, and Irina) and their brother Andrei. They are a family dissatisfied and frustrated with their present existence. The sisters are refined and cultured young women who grew up in urban Moscow; however for the past eleven years they have been living in a small provincial town. Moscow is a major symbolic element: the sisters are always dreaming of it and constantly express their desire to return. They identify Moscow with their happiness, and thus to them it represents the perfect life. However as the play develops Moscow never materializes and they all see their dreams recede further and further. Meaning never presents itself and they are forced to seek it out for themselves. (Summary by wikipedia)<p><br><br><strong><em>The Three Sisters</em> Cast:</strong><br />\nANDREY SERGEYEVITCH PROSOROV - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5656"> Joe Spy</a><br />\nNATALIA IVANOVA (NATASHA), his fiancée, later his wife - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nOLGA - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMASHA - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nIRINA - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br />\nFEODOR ILITCH KULIGIN, \nhigh school teacher, married to MASHA - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492"> mb </a><br />\nALEXANDER IGNATEYEVITCH VERSHININ, \nlieutenant-colonel in charge of a battery - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699"> Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nNICOLAI LVOVITCH TUZENBACH, \nbaron, lieutenant in the army - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719"> John Fricker </a> <br />\nVASSILI VASSILEVITCH SOLENI, captain - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26"> Denny Sayers</a><br />\nIVAN ROMANOVITCH CHEBUTIKIN, army doctor - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br />\nALEXEY PETROVITCH FEDOTIK, sub-lieutenant - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5676">Raken</a><br />\nVLADIMIR CARLOVITCH RODE, sub-lieutenant - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nFERAPONT, door-keeper at local council offices, \nan old man - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nANFISA, nurse - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5103"> Ana</a><br />\nNarrator/Stage Directions - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4800"> Mary Herndon Bell </a><br />\n</p>\n\n<strong>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw</strong><br/>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-sisters-by-anton-chekhov/ |
p three sisters naturalistic play decay privileged class russia search meaning modern world describes lives aspirations prozorov family three sisters olga masha irina brother andrei family dissatisfied frustrated present existence sisters refined cultured young women grew urban moscow however past eleven years living small provincial town moscow major symbolic element sisters always dreaming constantly express desire return identify moscow happiness thus represents perfect life however play develops moscow never materializes see dreams recede further meaning never presents forced seek themselves summary wikipedia p br br strong em the three sisters em cast strong br andrey sergeyevitch prosorov a href http librivox org reader 5656 joe spy a br natalia ivanova natasha fiancée later wife a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br olga a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br masha a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br irina a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br feodor ilitch kuligin high school teacher married masha a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br alexander ignateyevitch vershinin lieutenant colonel charge battery a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br nicolai lvovitch tuzenbach baron lieutenant army a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br vassili vassilevitch soleni captain a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br ivan romanovitch chebutikin army doctor a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br alexey petrovitch fedotik sub lieutenant a href http librivox org reader 5676 raken a br vladimir carlovitch rode sub lieutenant a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br ferapont door keeper local council offices old man a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br anfisa nurse a href http librivox org reader 5103 ana a br narrator stage directions a href http librivox org reader 4800 mary herndon bell a br p strong audio edited arielle lipshaw strong br |
| 4096 |
4073 |
4534 |
Fidele |
William Shakespeare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Fidele by William Shakespeare. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 18th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fidele-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings fidele william shakespeare weekly poetry project july 18th 2010 p |
| 4097 |
4127 |
4591 |
Fortunes of Philippa |
Angela Brazil |
General Fiction |
The Fortunes of Philippa is based on the author's mother, Angelica Brazil, who had grown up in Rio de Janeiro and attended an English boarding school at the age of 10, finding the English culture, school life and climate confronting. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortunes-of-philippa-by-angela-brazil/ |
fortunes philippa based author s mother angelica brazil grown rio de janeiro attended english boarding school age 10 finding english culture school life climate confronting summary wikipedia p |
| 4098 |
4074 |
4535 |
Plain Tales from the Hills |
Rudyard Kipling |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Named a "prophet of British imperialism" by the young George Orwell, and born in Bombay, India, Rudyard Kipling had perhaps the clearest contemporary eye of any who described the British Raj. According to critic Douglas Kerr: "He is still an author who can inspire passionate disagreement and his place in literary and cultural history is far from settled. But as the age of the European empires recedes, he is recognised as an incomparable, if controversial, interpreter of how empire was experienced. That, and an increasing recognition of his extraordinary narrative gifts, make him a force to be reckoned with." This force shines in THE PLAIN TALES FROM THE HILLS. -- MH . (Introduction by Mike Harris)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/plain-tales-from-the-hills-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
p named prophet british imperialism young george orwell born bombay india rudyard kipling perhaps clearest contemporary eye described british raj according critic douglas kerr he still author inspire passionate disagreement place literary cultural history far settled age european empires recedes recognised incomparable controversial interpreter empire experienced that increasing recognition extraordinary narrative gifts make force reckoned with force shines plain tales hills mh introduction mike harris p |
| 4099 |
4075 |
4536 |
Othello (Novelle) |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Vor dem Hintergrund der Oper "Othello" entwickelt Hauff seine Geschichte über einen Mord, einen Geist und eine verbotene Liebe. \nIst eine Verkettung unglücklicher Zufälle oder ein Fluch die Ursache der tragischen Ereignisse? Die Erzählung bietet beide Erklärungen, doch am Ende muss der Leser selbst entscheiden. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/othello-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
p vor dem hintergrund der oper othello entwickelt hauff seine geschichte über einen mord einen geist und eine verbotene liebe ist eine verkettung unglücklicher zufälle oder ein fluch die ursache der tragischen ereignisse die erzählung bietet beide erklärungen doch ende muss der leser selbst entscheiden zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4100 |
4076 |
4537 |
Bible (KJV) 08: Ruth |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>This short Old Testament book tells the story of Naomi and Ruth, Naomi's daughter-in-law and great-grandmother of King David. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-kjv-by-king-james-version/ |
p this short old testament book tells story naomi ruth naomi s daughter in law great grandmother king david summary triciag p |
| 4101 |
4077 |
4538 |
Bible (KJV) NT 16: 2 Timothy |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Second Epistle of Paul to Timothy, usually referred to simply as Second Timothy and often written 2 Timothy, is one of the three Pastoral Epistles traditionally attributed to Saint Paul, and is part of the New Testament. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-timothy-by-king-james-version/ |
p the second epistle paul timothy usually referred simply second timothy often written 2 timothy one three pastoral epistles traditionally attributed saint paul part new testament summary wikipedia p |
| 4102 |
4078 |
4539 |
LibriVox 5th Anniversary Collection Vol. 1 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />What do you do for a fifth anniversary? We decided to have a collection of short works with a difference. We challenged our readers to find any short works which had 'five' in the title - in any language. They have done us proud, and the collection extends to three volumes of short stories, poems, fairy tales, memoirs, non-fiction and bible readings, in six languages. This is the first volume. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\nSee also <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-2-by-various/" target="_blank">Volume 2</a> & <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-3-by-various/" target="_blank">Volume 3</a>. <br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-1-by-various/ |
br what fifth anniversary decided collection short works difference challenged readers find short works five title language done us proud collection extends three volumes short stories poems fairy tales memoirs non fiction bible readings six languages first volume summary ruth golding br br see also a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 2 by various target _blank volume 2 a a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 3 by various target _blank volume 3 a br br |
| 4103 |
4079 |
4540 |
Outlaws of Ravenhurst |
Sister M. Imelda Wallace |
Religious Fiction, Religion |
This exciting historical adventure depicts the last stand of the Gordons - God's "outlaws" - fighting for their Catholic Faith in the early days of the Protestant Revolution in seventeenth-century Scotland.\nWritten for the children but enjoyed by young and old alike, this intriguing novel is filled with courageous heroes, cowardly villains, secrets and even secret passages! (Summary by Maria Therese)<br><br>Reader's Note: A new (and hopefully improved) recording of this book was uploaded in June, 2013. </p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/outlaws-of-ravenhurst-by-sister-m-imelda-wallace/ |
exciting historical adventure depicts last stand gordons god s outlaws fighting catholic faith early days protestant revolution seventeenth century scotland written children enjoyed young old alike intriguing novel filled courageous heroes cowardly villains secrets even secret passages summary maria therese br br reader s note new and hopefully improved recording book uploaded june 2013 p |
| 4104 |
4080 |
4541 |
Prefaces and Prologues to Famous Books |
Charles William Eliot |
Literary Collections |
Charles W. Eliot, 21st President of Harvard University, edited this volume of prefaces ... authored by a Who's Who of World Literature: Bacon, Calvin, Caxton, Condell, Copernicus, Dryden, Fielding, Goethe, Heminge, Hugo, Johnson, Knox, Newton, Raleigh, Spenser, Taine, Whitman and Wordsworth. Eliot wrote in his preface to these prefaces, "No part of a book is so intimate as the Preface. Here, after the long labor of the work is over, the author descends from his platform, and speaks with his reader as man to man, disclosing his hopes and fears, seeking sympathy for his difficulties, offering defence or defiance, according to his temper, against the criticisms which he anticipates." (Summary by DSayers)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/prefaces-and-prologues-to-famous-books-by-various/ |
charles w eliot 21st president harvard university edited volume prefaces authored who s world literature bacon calvin caxton condell copernicus dryden fielding goethe heminge hugo johnson knox newton raleigh spenser taine whitman wordsworth eliot wrote preface prefaces no part book intimate preface here long labor work over author descends platform speaks reader man man disclosing hopes fears seeking sympathy difficulties offering defence defiance according temper criticisms anticipates summary dsayers p |
| 4105 |
4199 |
4663 |
Bobbsey Twins in the Country |
Lilian C. Garis |
Family |
<p>The second book in The Bobbsey Twins series finds the two sets of twins experiencing life in the country during the first part of their summer vacation from school. Their stay with their aunt, uncle and cousins on their farm in Meadow Brook is filled with new adventures for the 'city' Bobbseys. (Introduction by Lee Ann Howlett)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-in-the-country-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
p the second book bobbsey twins series finds two sets twins experiencing life country first part summer vacation school stay aunt uncle cousins farm meadow brook filled new adventures city bobbseys introduction lee ann howlett p |
| 4106 |
4081 |
4542 |
Songs of a Sentimental Bloke |
C. J. Dennis |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke is a verse novel by Australian novelist and poet C. J. Dennis. The book sold over 60,000 copies in nine editions within the first year, and is probably one of the highest selling verse novels ever published in Australia.<br><br>The novel tells the story of Bill, a larrikin of the Little Lonsdale Street Push, who is introduced to a young woman by the name of Doreen. The book chronicles their courtship and marriage, detailing Bill's transformation from a violence-prone gang member to a contented husband and father. C.J. Dennis went on to publish three sequels to this novel: The Moods of Ginger Mick (1916), Doreen (1917) and Rose of Spadgers (1924(Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-songs-of-a-sentimental-bloke-by-c-j-dennis-2/ |
songs sentimental bloke verse novel australian novelist poet c j dennis book sold 60 000 copies nine editions within first year probably one highest selling verse novels ever published australia br br the novel tells story bill larrikin little lonsdale street push introduced young woman name doreen book chronicles courtship marriage detailing bill s transformation violence prone gang member contented husband father c j dennis went publish three sequels novel moods ginger mick 1916 doreen 1917 rose spadgers 1924 introduction wikipedia p |
| 4107 |
4082 |
4543 |
LibriVox 5th Anniversary Collection Vol. 2 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />What do you do for a fifth anniversary? We decided to have a collection of short works with a difference. We challenged our readers to find any short works which had 'five' in the title - in any language. They have done us proud, and the collection extends to three volumes of short stories, poems, fairy tales, memoirs, non-fiction and bible readings, in six languages. This is the second volume. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\nSee also <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-1-by-various/"target="_blank">Volume 1</a> & <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-3-by-various/"target="_blank">Volume 3</a>. <br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-2-by-various/ |
br what fifth anniversary decided collection short works difference challenged readers find short works five title language done us proud collection extends three volumes short stories poems fairy tales memoirs non fiction bible readings six languages second volume summary ruth golding br br see also a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 1 by various target _blank volume 1 a a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 3 by various target _blank volume 3 a br br |
| 4108 |
4083 |
4544 |
Anna Karenina, Book 6 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. Tragedy unfolds as Anna rejects her passionless marriage to follow her heart and must endure the hypocrisies of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/anne-karenina-book-6-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky tragedy unfolds anna rejects passionless marriage follow heart must endure hypocrisies society summary mary anderson p |
| 4109 |
4084 |
4545 |
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 1 |
Havelock Ellis |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
<p>The first of six volumes, this volume covers in extensive detail the topics of "The Evolution of Modesty", "The Phenomena of Sexual Periodicity", and "Auto-Eroticism". Written as an anthropological and psychological study from the point of view of Havelock, the famous British sexologist of the late 19th century, who was also a physician and social reformer. (Summary by Tim Ferreira)\n</p> |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/studies-in-the-psychology-of-sex-volume-one-by-havelock-ellis/ |
p the first six volumes volume covers extensive detail topics the evolution modesty the phenomena sexual periodicity auto eroticism written anthropological psychological study point view havelock famous british sexologist late 19th century also physician social reformer summary tim ferreira p |
| 4110 |
4085 |
4546 |
History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 1 |
Friedrich Schiller |
Political Science, Early Modern |
<P>The History of the Thirty Years War is a five volume work, which followed his very successful History of the Revolt of the Netherlands. Written for a wider audience than Revolt, it is a vivid history, colored by Schiller’s own interest in the question of human freedom and his rationalist optimism. Volume 1 covers the background of the war, through the Battle of Prague in late 1620. (Introduction by Alan Winterrowd)</P> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-thirty-years-war-volume-1-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p the history thirty years war five volume work followed successful history revolt netherlands written wider audience revolt vivid history colored schiller s interest question human freedom rationalist optimism volume 1 covers background war battle prague late 1620 introduction alan winterrowd p |
| 4111 |
4086 |
4547 |
Life (Raleigh Version) |
Sir Walter Raleigh |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Life by Sir Walter Raleigh. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 25th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/life-by-sir-walter-raleigh/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings life sir walter raleigh weekly poetry project july 25th 2010 p |
| 4112 |
4087 |
4549 |
Jane Austen's Juvenilia |
Jane Austen |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Before becoming the author of such classics as Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Emma, Jane Austen experimented with various writing styles as a teenager in the early 1790s. This is a collection of her juvenilia, including the epistolary novels Love and Freindship, Lesley Castle, and Lady Susan, as well as her comic History of England and some shorter pieces. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/jane-austens-juvenilia-by-jane-austen/ |
p before becoming author classics sense sensibility pride prejudice emma jane austen experimented various writing styles teenager early 1790s collection juvenilia including epistolary novels love freindship lesley castle lady susan well comic history england shorter pieces summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4113 |
4088 |
4550 |
Journey from This World to the Next |
Henry Fielding |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The narrator dies in the first sentence. Through relating his travels in the afterlife, Henry Fielding, author of Tom Jones and Joseph Andrews, gently satirizes life here on earth. (Summary by Denny Sayers)</p>This project was proof listened by Linda Andrus and Betty M.<br><br> |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/journey-from-this-world-to-the-next-by-henry-fielding/ |
p the narrator dies first sentence relating travels afterlife henry fielding author tom jones joseph andrews gently satirizes life earth summary denny sayers p this project proof listened linda andrus betty m br br |
| 4114 |
4261 |
4729 |
Song of the Kicking Horse |
Bliss Carman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Song of the Kicking Horse by Bliss Carman. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 26th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-the-kicking-horse-by-bliss-carman/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings song kicking horse bliss carman fortnightly poetry project september 26th 2010 p |
| 4115 |
4089 |
4551 |
LibriVox 5th Anniversary Collection Vol. 3 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />What do you do for a fifth anniversary? We decided to have a collection of short works with a difference. We challenged our readers to find any short works which had 'five' in the title - in any language. They have done us proud, and the collection extends to three volumes of short stories, poems, fairy tales, memoirs, non-fiction and bible readings, in six languages. This is the third volume. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\nSee also <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-1-by-various/"target="_blank">Volume 1</a> & <a href="http://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-2-by-various/"target="_blank">Volume 2</a>. <br /><br />\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-5th-anniversary-collection-vol-3-by-various/ |
br what fifth anniversary decided collection short works difference challenged readers find short works five title language done us proud collection extends three volumes short stories poems fairy tales memoirs non fiction bible readings six languages third volume summary ruth golding br br see also a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 1 by various target _blank volume 1 a a href http librivox org librivox 5th anniversary collection vol 2 by various target _blank volume 2 a br br |
| 4116 |
4090 |
4552 |
Creative Chemistry |
Edwin E. Slosson |
*Non-fiction, Chemistry |
<p>Slosson reviews the transformation of alchemistry from an obscure and imprecise practice to the science of chemistry. Along the way, he explains how the modern industrial world now relies on fertilizers, explosives, textile materials, polymers and metals.<br /><br />By exploring the properties of a once undervalued element, the high strength of vanadium steel made the Ford car possible. Another element, cerium, appears in butane lighters and was once seen as a threat to the match industry in France.<br /><br />In his chapter on oils, Slosson reviews the development of hydrogenated oils, especially during WWII, in the search for a way to reuse otherwise discarded components of corn and cottonseed. Through the revolutionary reaction of hydrogenation, waste materials became a stable product that wouldn't spoil when packaged or carried without refrigeration. Once thought of as a miracle, shoppers were once willing to pay more for fully hydrogenated oils than their natural, unsaturated forms. Only in recent years has evidence of health risks checked their popularity and given them the image of cheap, unhealthy fillers. (Summary by LivelyHive)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/creative-chemistry-by-edwin-e-slosson/ |
p slosson reviews transformation alchemistry obscure imprecise practice science chemistry along way explains modern industrial world relies fertilizers explosives textile materials polymers metals br br by exploring properties undervalued element high strength vanadium steel made ford car possible another element cerium appears butane lighters seen threat match industry france br br in chapter oils slosson reviews development hydrogenated oils especially wwii search way reuse otherwise discarded components corn cottonseed revolutionary reaction hydrogenation waste materials became stable product spoil packaged carried without refrigeration thought miracle shoppers willing pay fully hydrogenated oils natural unsaturated forms recent years evidence health risks checked popularity given image cheap unhealthy fillers summary livelyhive p |
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4091 |
4553 |
Quest of the Historical Jesus |
Albert Schweitzer |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
<p>In this book, Schweitzer traces the historical progress of 'Historical Jesus' research, from Hermann Reimarus in the mid 18th century, to William Wrede at the turn of the 20th. Schweitzer showed how Jesus' image had changed with the times and with the personal proclivities of the various authors. He concluded with his own synopsis and interpretation of what had been learned over the course of the previous century. He took the position that the life of Jesus must be interpreted in the light of Jesus' own convictions, which he characterized as those of late Jewish eschatology. (Introduction from Wikipedia, modified by JoeD)</p>This project was proof listened by Tim Ferreira, Goergedave, Betty M., Phil Chenevert, and Guero.<br><br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-quest-of-the-historical-jesus-by-albert-schweitzer/ |
p in book schweitzer traces historical progress historical jesus research hermann reimarus mid 18th century william wrede turn 20th schweitzer showed jesus image changed times personal proclivities various authors concluded synopsis interpretation learned course previous century took position life jesus must interpreted light jesus convictions characterized late jewish eschatology introduction wikipedia modified joed p this project proof listened tim ferreira goergedave betty m phil chenevert guero br br |
| 4118 |
4092 |
4554 |
Orley Farm |
Anthony Trollope |
Satire, Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Orley Farm is Trollope at his best (as good as the Barsetshire series), which means some of the best characterizations in the English language. Trollope's people are real; the beleaguered Lady Mason, charged with forging a will; the aged lover Sir Peregrine Orme; Madeleine Stavely, deeply but practically in love; the shallow, fickle Sophia Furnival and others are 3-dimensional figures that live and breathe. His satire of the so-called "justice" system is the best kind of satire: he just describes the court proceedings as they really are. The result is as up-to-date as today's newspaper. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/orley-farm-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p orley farm trollope best as good barsetshire series means best characterizations english language trollope s people real beleaguered lady mason charged forging will aged lover sir peregrine orme madeleine stavely deeply practically love shallow fickle sophia furnival others 3 dimensional figures live breathe satire so called justice system best kind satire describes court proceedings really are result up to date today s newspaper introduction leonard wilson p |
| 4119 |
4093 |
4555 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 011 |
Various |
Anthologies |
<P>Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.</P> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-011-by-various/ |
p eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox p |
| 4120 |
4094 |
4556 |
Return of Alfred |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
The hero of the book is at a loose end, weary and bored of his old life after returning from the Great War. After an argument with his uncle and a railway strike he finds himself lost in the county of Norfolk at ten o'clock one night. When he seeks shelter in a country home, the butler immediately recognizes him as "Mr. Alfred", the missing son of the house. From that point onwards, our hero, who gives his name as "James Smith", finds himself in for an exciting time. \nNot only does he inherit the friends of "Mr. Alfred", but also the odium of his misdoings. Protestations are useless: the villagers are convinced he is the prodigal son. Of course, he could just leave the village - but then, had he not been hoping for something exciting to happen - and more importantly, what about Marjorie, the girl at the window?\n\nOriginally published anonymously, this romantic comedy was just signed "by the author of "Patricia Brent, Spinster" (a book that was also published anonymously) with a dedication: "To those in many countries who have generously assumed responsibility for the authorship of Patricia Brent, Spinster - this book is dedicated by the author".</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-alfred-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
hero book loose end weary bored old life returning great war argument uncle railway strike finds lost county norfolk ten o clock one night seeks shelter country home butler immediately recognizes mr alfred missing son house point onwards hero gives name james smith finds exciting time inherit friends mr alfred also odium misdoings protestations useless villagers convinced prodigal son course could leave village then hoping something exciting happen importantly marjorie girl window originally published anonymously romantic comedy signed by author patricia brent spinster a book also published anonymously dedication to many countries generously assumed responsibility authorship patricia brent spinster book dedicated author p |
| 4121 |
4095 |
4557 |
Grace Harlowe's Junior Year at High School; or, Fast Friends in the Sororities |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General |
The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-junior-year-at-high-school-or-fast-friends-in-the-sororities-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals summary wikipedia p |
| 4122 |
4098 |
4560 |
Tragical History of Doctor Faustus |
Christopher Marlowe |
Tragedy |
<p>The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus, normally known simply as Doctor Faustus, is a play by Christopher Marlowe, based on the Faust story, in which a man sells his soul to the devil for power and knowledge. Doctor Faustus was first published in 1604, eleven years after Marlowe's death and at least twelve years after the first performance of the play. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Good Angel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Evil Angel/Cardinal/Third Scholar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Doctor Faustus/Vintner/First Friar/Covetousness/Gluttony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mephistophilis/Knight/First Scholar/Envy/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lucifer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2733">CalmDragon</a><br>Wagner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Valdes/Clown/Third Friar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Cornelius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/252">Rainer</a><br>The Pope: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Emperor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5485">Sean Randall</a><br>Horse-courser: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5506">Frank Booker</a><br>Robin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Ralph/Second Scholar/Wrath: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>Second Friar/Old Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Fourth Friar/Duke of Vanholt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Duchess of Vanholt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Pride: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5340">Mary-Beth Blackburn</a><br>Sloth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Lechery: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/><br/> |
English |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
p the tragical history doctor faustus normally known simply doctor faustus play christopher marlowe based faust story man sells soul devil power knowledge doctor faustus first published 1604 eleven years marlowe s death least twelve years first performance play summary wikipedia p strong cast strong br p chorus a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br good angel a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br evil angel cardinal third scholar a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br doctor faustus vintner first friar covetousness gluttony a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mephistophilis knight first scholar envy narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lucifer a href http librivox org reader 2733 calmdragon a br wagner a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br valdes clown third friar a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br cornelius a href http librivox org reader 252 rainer a br the pope a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br emperor a href http librivox org reader 5485 sean randall a br horse courser a href http librivox org reader 5506 frank booker a br robin a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br ralph second scholar wrath a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br second friar old man a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br fourth friar duke vanholt a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br duchess vanholt a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br pride a href http librivox org reader 5340 mary beth blackburn a br sloth a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br lechery a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
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4099 |
4561 |
On the Irrawaddy, A Story of the First Burmese War |
G. A. Henty |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>With the exception of the terrible retreat from Afghanistan, none of England's many little wars have been so fatal--in proportion to the number of those engaged--as our first expedition to Burma. It was undertaken without any due comprehension of the difficulties to be encountered, from the effects of climate and the deficiency of transport; the power, and still more the obstinacy and arrogance of the court of Ava were altogether underrated; and it was considered that our possession of her ports would assuredly bring the enemy, who had wantonly forced the struggle upon us, to submission. Events, however, proved the completeness of the error. The Burman policy of carrying off every boat on the river, laying waste the whole country, and driving away the inhabitants and the herds, maintained our army as prisoners in Rangoon through the first wet season; and caused the loss of half the white officers and men first sent there. The subsequent campaign was no less fatal and, although large reinforcements had been sent, fifty percent of the whole died; so that less than two thousand fighting men remained in the ranks, when the expedition arrived within a short distance of Ava. Not until the last Burmese army had been scattered did the court of Ava submit to the by no means onerous terms we imposed.<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-irrawaddy-a-story-of-the-first-burmese-war1897-by-g-a-henty/ |
p with exception terrible retreat afghanistan none england s many little wars fatal in proportion number engaged as first expedition burma undertaken without due comprehension difficulties encountered effects climate deficiency transport power still obstinacy arrogance court ava altogether underrated considered possession ports would assuredly bring enemy wantonly forced struggle upon us submission events however proved completeness error burman policy carrying every boat river laying waste whole country driving away inhabitants herds maintained army prisoners rangoon first wet season caused loss half white officers men first sent there subsequent campaign less fatal and although large reinforcements sent fifty percent whole died less two thousand fighting men remained ranks expedition arrived within short distance ava last burmese army scattered court ava submit means onerous terms imposed p |
| 4124 |
4100 |
4562 |
In Time of Pestilence, 1593 |
Thomas Nashe |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of In Time of Pestilence, 1593 by Thomas Nashe. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 1st, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-time-of-pestilence-1593-by-thomas-nashe/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings time pestilence 1593 thomas nashe weekly poetry project august 1st 2010 p |
| 4125 |
4101 |
4563 |
Princess Priscilla's Fortnight |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>The Princess Priscilla of Lothen Kunitz finds court life stifling and runs away to England with the elderly court librarian. Her intention is to live a pure and simple life filled with good works. But life among ordinary people in an English village is not what she expects it to be... (Introduction by Tabithat)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-priscillas-fortnight-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
p the princess priscilla lothen kunitz finds court life stifling runs away england elderly court librarian intention live pure simple life filled good works life among ordinary people english village expects be introduction tabithat p |
| 4126 |
4102 |
4564 |
Harold the Dauntless |
Sir Walter Scott |
Poetry |
Harold the Dauntless is a rhymed, romantic, narrative-poem by Sir Walter Scott. Written in 1817, it weaves together elements of popular English legends and folklore using dramatic themes.<br><br>The poem recounts the exploits and the personal spiritual journey of a doubtful knight errant - Harold the son of Danish Count Witikind: who seeks to recover his lands and wed a suitable spouse.<br><br>Fire-breathing Harold is as much a stranger to love as he is addicted to dangerous adventure: yet his own confrontations with the spirit-world shake his faith in supposed omnipotence of the traditional Norse pantheon.<br><br>Can a blood-thirsty warrior like Harold ever feel the raptures of love? <br><br>Can a man born to cherish gods of war really wish to exchange them for a God of peace?<br><br>(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/harold-the-dauntless-by-sir-walter-scott-2/ |
harold dauntless rhymed romantic narrative poem sir walter scott written 1817 weaves together elements popular english legends folklore using dramatic themes br br the poem recounts exploits personal spiritual journey doubtful knight errant harold son danish count witikind seeks recover lands wed suitable spouse br br fire breathing harold much stranger love addicted dangerous adventure yet confrontations spirit world shake faith supposed omnipotence traditional norse pantheon br br can blood thirsty warrior like harold ever feel raptures love br br can man born cherish gods war really wish exchange god peace br br introduction godsend p |
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4103 |
4565 |
LibriVox Language Learning Collection Vol. 003 |
Various |
Language learning |
This collection is part of an initiative to create a language learning resource at LibriVox. The LibriVox Language Learning Collections contain readings from various language learning books, grammars, primers, phrasebooks, dictionaries, readers and even other works which contain information on various languages, recount experiences of language learning and encountering new languages or provide guides for correct pronunciation, writing or discourse in a language. These works could describe English or any other language whatsoever, from Latin to Sumerian, Chinese to Wampanoag, Esperanto to Swahili (etc.).<BR><BR>This volume includes 'Abdu’l-Bahá's talk "On the Value of an International Language"; the first section of L.L. Zamenhof's "First Book" (Unua Libro), explaining his great invention—the International Language, i.e. Esperanto; the third Lesson of Barrs' "Beginning Latin"; Gustave Chouquet's "Easy Conversations in French" (11 - 14); Lessons 21 - 25 from "Greek Lessons" by W.H. Morris; Introduction from "Hand-Book of Volapük" by Charles E. Sprague; Leccion Tercera, from "New First Spanish Book", by James H. Worman; Lessons 11 - 15 from "Esperanto in Twenty Lessons" by Caroline Stearns Griffin; Lessons 26 - 30 from "A Practical Arabic Course" by E. Nématallah & E. Chevalley; two sections from the "Student's Greek Grammar" by Georg Curtius; the Preface from "A Grammar of the Persian Language" by the great linguist, Sir William Jones (1746 - 1794); the Preface from "Arabic Syntax chiefly selected from the Hidayut-oon-Nuhvi" by Henry Brown Beresford (d. 1869), which is based on the famous Hidāyatu'n-Nahw by Ibn al-Hājib (1174 – 1249 CE); Chapters 3 - 8 from "Slips of Speech" by John H. Bechtel and, lastly, The Alphabet/Classifications of Sounds from "New Latin Grammar" by Charles E. Bennet. </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-language-learning-collection-vol-003-by/ |
collection part initiative create language learning resource librivox librivox language learning collections contain readings various language learning books grammars primers phrasebooks dictionaries readers even works contain information various languages recount experiences language learning encountering new languages provide guides correct pronunciation writing discourse language works could describe english language whatsoever latin sumerian chinese wampanoag esperanto swahili etc br br this volume includes abdu l bahá s talk on value international language first section l l zamenhof s first book unua libro explaining great invention the international language i e esperanto third lesson barrs beginning latin gustave chouquet s easy conversations french 11 14 lessons 21 25 greek lessons w h morris introduction hand book volapük charles e sprague leccion tercera new first spanish book james h worman lessons 11 15 esperanto twenty lessons caroline stearns griffin lessons 26 30 a practical arabic course e nématallah e chevalley two sections student s greek grammar georg curtius preface a grammar persian language great linguist sir william jones 1746 1794 preface arabic syntax chiefly selected hidayut oon nuhvi henry brown beresford d 1869 based famous hidāyatu n nahw ibn al hājib 1174 1249 ce chapters 3 8 slips speech john h bechtel and lastly alphabet classifications sounds new latin grammar charles e bennet p |
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4262 |
4730 |
Book of the Foundations |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Essentially the sequel to The Life of St. Teresa, Teresa recounts the foundations of the Discalced Carmelite monasteries in Spain, both for men and women. This book tells of all the triumphs and troubles, and about the many people who helped her.(Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-the-foundations-by-st-teresa-of-avila/ |
p essentially sequel life st teresa teresa recounts foundations discalced carmelite monasteries spain men women book tells triumphs troubles many people helped her introduction ann boulais p |
| 4129 |
4104 |
4566 |
Mother Carey’s Chickens |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Family |
<p>“When Captain Carey went on his long journey into the unknown and uncharted land, the rest of the Careys tried in vain for a few months to be still a family, and did not succeed at all. They clung as closely to one another as ever they could, but there was always a gap in the circle where father had been….. The only thing to do was to remember father's pride and justify it, to recall his care for mother and take his place so far as might be; the only thing for all, as the months went on, was to be what mother called the three Bs -- brave, bright, and busy."<br></br>\nFrom the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, this book tells the story of a widow and her four children, forced to leave their home due to financial difficulties, and move to the “Yellow House” in turn of the century Beulah, Maine. The Disney movie “Summer Magic” starring Hayley Mills was loosely based on this book. (Summary by Maria Therese – with quotes from the book)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mother-careys-chickens-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p when captain carey went long journey unknown uncharted land rest careys tried vain months still family succeed all clung closely one another ever could always gap circle father been thing remember father s pride justify it recall care mother take place far might be thing all months went on mother called three bs brave bright busy br br author rebecca sunnybrook farm book tells story widow four children forced leave home due financial difficulties move yellow house turn century beulah maine disney movie summer magic starring hayley mills loosely based book summary maria therese quotes book p |
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4105 |
4567 |
Confederate Girl's Diary |
Sarah Morgan Dawson |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Sarah Morgan Dawson was a young woman of 20 living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, when she began this diary. The American Civil War was raging. Though at first the conflict seemed far away, it would eventually be brought home to her in very personal terms. Her family's loyalties were divided. Sarah's father, though he disapproved of secession, declared for the South when Louisiana left the Union. Her eldest brother, who became the family patriarch when his father died in 1861, was for the Union, though he refused to take up arms against his fellow Southerners. The family owned slaves, some of whom are mentioned by name in this diary. Sarah was devoted to the Confederacy, and watched with sorrow and indignation its demise. Her diary, written from March 1862 to June 1865, discourses on topics as normal as household routines and romantic intrigues to those as unsettling as concern for her brothers who fought in the war. Largely self-taught, she describes in clear and inviting prose, fleeing Baton Rouge during a bombardment, suffering a painful spinal injury when adequate medical help was unavailable, the looting of her home by Northern soldiers, the humiliation of life under General Butler in New Orleans, and dealing with privations and displacement in a region torn by war. She was a child of her time and place. Her inability to see the cruelty and indignity of slavery grates harshly on the modern ear. Regardless of how one feels about the Lost Cause, however, Sarah's diary provides a valuable historical perspective on life behind the lines of this bitter conflict. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-confederate-girls-diary-by-sarah-morgan-dawson/ |
sarah morgan dawson young woman 20 living baton rouge louisiana began diary american civil war raging though first conflict seemed far away would eventually brought home personal terms family s loyalties divided sarah s father though disapproved secession declared south louisiana left union eldest brother became family patriarch father died 1861 union though refused take arms fellow southerners family owned slaves mentioned name diary sarah devoted confederacy watched sorrow indignation demise diary written march 1862 june 1865 discourses topics normal household routines romantic intrigues unsettling concern brothers fought war largely self taught describes clear inviting prose fleeing baton rouge bombardment suffering painful spinal injury adequate medical help unavailable looting home northern soldiers humiliation life general butler new orleans dealing privations displacement region torn war child time place inability see cruelty indignity slavery grates harshly modern ear regardless one feels lost cause however sarah s diary provides valuable historical perspective life behind lines bitter conflict introduction christine dufour p |
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4106 |
4568 |
Grey Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>The tales in the Grey Fairy Book are derived from many countries — Lithuania, various parts of Africa, Germany, France, Greece, and other regions of the world. They have been translated and adapted by Mrs. Dent, Mrs. Lang, Miss Eleanor Sellar, Miss Blackley, and Miss Hang. 'The Three Sons of Hali' is from the last century 'Cabinet des Fees,' a very large collection. The French author may have had some Oriental original before him in parts; at all events he copied the Eastern method of putting tale within tale, like the Eastern balls of carved ivory. The stories, as usual, illustrate the method of popular fiction. A certain number of incidents are shaken into many varying combinations, like the fragments of coloured glass in the kaleidoscope. Probably the possible combinations, like possible musical combinations, are not unlimited in number, but children may be less sensitive in the matter of fairies than Mr. John Stuart Mill was as regards music. (Summary from the preface)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-grey-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
p the tales grey fairy book derived many countries lithuania various parts africa germany france greece regions world translated adapted mrs dent mrs lang miss eleanor sellar miss blackley miss hang the three sons hali last century cabinet des fees large collection french author may oriental original parts events copied eastern method putting tale within tale like eastern balls carved ivory stories usual illustrate method popular fiction certain number incidents shaken many varying combinations like fragments coloured glass kaleidoscope probably possible combinations like possible musical combinations unlimited number children may less sensitive matter fairies mr john stuart mill regards music summary preface p |
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4107 |
4569 |
Man with Two Left Feet, and Other Stories |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
<p>The Man With Two Left Feet, and Other Stories is a collection of short stories by P. G. Wodehouse, first published in the United Kingdom on March 8, 1917 by Methuen & Co., London, and in the United States in 1933 by A.L. Burt and Co., New York. All the stories had previously appeared in periodicals, usually the Strand in the UK and the Red Book magazine or the Saturday Evening Post in the US. It is a fairly miscellaneous collection — most of the stories concern relationships, sports and household pets, and do not feature any of Wodehouse's regular characters; one, however, "Extricating Young Gussie", is notable for the first appearance in print of two of Wodehouse's best-known characters, Jeeves and his master Bertie Wooster (although Bertie's surname isn't given and Jeeves's role is very small), and Bertie's fearsome Aunt Agatha.\n(Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-with-two-left-feet-and-other-stories-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p the man two left feet stories collection short stories p g wodehouse first published united kingdom march 8 1917 methuen co london united states 1933 a l burt co new york stories previously appeared periodicals usually strand uk red book magazine saturday evening post us fairly miscellaneous collection stories concern relationships sports household pets feature wodehouse s regular characters one however extricating young gussie notable first appearance print two wodehouse s best known characters jeeves master bertie wooster although bertie s surname given jeeves s role small bertie s fearsome aunt agatha wikipedia p |
| 4133 |
4128 |
4592 |
Kama Sutra |
Mallanaga Vatsyayana |
Erotica, Ancient |
The Kama Sutra, or Aphorisms on Love, has survived at least 1400 years as a dominant text on sexual relations between men and women. Vatsyayana claimed to have written the Kama Sutra while a religious student, “in contemplation of the Deity” - but references to older works, shrewd disputations by Vatsyayana of those authors' recommendations, and careful cataloging of practices in various of the Indian states indicate much more emphasis on kama, or sensual gratification.\n\nPart of the book discusses the 64 arts of love employed by masters of coitus. Learning each of these and when and how to practice them, Vatsyayana affirms, not only leads to the best gratification, but makes the artist a person of great desirability. </p>\n\nOnce the means of sexual congress are discussed, the many types of male-female relationships and their proper prosecution are covered. Some of these have small relevance to the modern world, such as how to sneak into the King's harem, but are interesting nonetheless. Others, such as how to get money from a lover, will probably remain useful as long as there are humans in the world. </p>\n\nThe translator's concluding remarks call the book primitive; so might also modern women who are told that if their name ends in “l” or “r” they should not be married, because they are worthless. But in tackling the subject of human sexuality, Vatsyayana nevertheless will always attract readers (or, in this case, listeners!).\n\n(Summary by Mark F Smith)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-kama-sutra-by-mallanaga-vatsyayana/ |
kama sutra aphorisms love survived least 1400 years dominant text sexual relations men women vatsyayana claimed written kama sutra religious student in contemplation deity references older works shrewd disputations vatsyayana authors recommendations careful cataloging practices various indian states indicate much emphasis kama sensual gratification part book discusses 64 arts love employed masters coitus learning practice them vatsyayana affirms leads best gratification makes artist person great desirability p means sexual congress discussed many types male female relationships proper prosecution covered small relevance modern world sneak king s harem interesting nonetheless others get money lover probably remain useful long humans world p translator s concluding remarks call book primitive might also modern women told name ends l r married worthless tackling subject human sexuality vatsyayana nevertheless always attract readers or case listeners summary mark f smith p |
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4108 |
4570 |
Monsieur Lecoq Part 1: The Inquiry |
Émile Gaboriau |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Monsieur Lecoq is a captivating mystery, historical and love story :<p></p>\nAround 11 o'clock, on the evening of Shrove Sunday 18.., close to the old Barrière d'Italie, frightful cries, coming from Mother Chupin's drinking-shop, are heard by a party of detectives led by Inspector Gévrol. The squad runs up to it. A triple murder has just been committed. The murderer is caught on the premises.<p></p>Despite Gévrol's opinion that four scoundrels encountered each other in this vile den, that they began to quarrel, that one of them had a revolver and killed the others, Lecoq, a young police agent, suspects a great mystery.<p></p>He will lead his investigation until he gets to the bottom of it. The story takes us in the dark times of France after the Revolution and in the Terror, and finds its roots in a story of love and power. (Summary by Ezwa, expanded by Nadine)<p>\n |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/monsieur-lecoq-part-1-the-inquiry-by-emile-gaboriau/ |
monsieur lecoq captivating mystery historical love story p p around 11 o clock evening shrove sunday 18 close old barrière d italie frightful cries coming mother chupin s drinking shop heard party detectives led inspector gévrol squad runs it triple murder committed murderer caught premises p p despite gévrol s opinion four scoundrels encountered vile den began quarrel one revolver killed others lecoq young police agent suspects great mystery p p he lead investigation gets bottom it story takes us dark times france revolution terror finds roots story love power summary ezwa expanded nadine p |
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4109 |
4571 |
Thing in the Attic |
James B. Blish |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Honath the Pursemaker is a heretic. He doesn’t believe the stories in the Book of Laws which claims giants created his tree-dwelling race. He makes his opinion known and is banished with his infidel friends to the floor of the jungle where dangers abound. Perhaps he’ll find some truth down there. – The Thing in the Attic is one of Blish’s Pantropy tales and was first published in the July, 1954 edition of If, Worlds of Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/the-thing-in-the-attic-by-james-blish/ |
p honath pursemaker heretic doesn t believe stories book laws claims giants created tree dwelling race makes opinion known banished infidel friends floor jungle dangers abound perhaps he ll find truth there thing attic one blish s pantropy tales first published july 1954 edition if worlds science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
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4110 |
4572 |
Primaveras |
Casimiro José Marques de Abreu |
Poetry |
<p>Casimiro nasceu na Fazenda da Prata, em Capivary (Silva Jardim).<br><br>A localidade onde viveu parte de sua vida, Barra de São João, é hoje distrito do município que leva seu nome, e também chamada "Casimirana", em sua homenagem. Estudou em Nova Friburgo. Com 13 anos foi para o Rio de Janeiro para trabalhar com o pai.<br><br>Em 1853 foi para Portugal, onde entrou em contato com o meio intelectual e escreveu a maior parte de sua obra. Foi um dos poetas mais populares do Romantismo no Brasil. Seu sucesso literário, no entanto, deu-se somente depois de sua morte, com numerosas edições de seus poemas, tanto no Brasil, quanto em Portugal. Deixou uma obra cujos temas abordavam a casa paterna, a saudade da terra natal, e o amor - mas este tratado sem a complexidade e a profundidade tão caras a outros poetas românticos.<br><br>Em 1859 editou as suas poesias reunidas sob o título de Primaveras.<br><br>(Resumo adaptado da Wikipédia por Vicente)</p> |
Portuguese |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/as-primaveras-by-casimiro-jose-marques-de-abreu/ |
p casimiro nasceu na fazenda da prata em capivary silva jardim br br a localidade onde viveu parte de sua vida barra de são joão é hoje distrito município que leva seu nome e também chamada casimirana em sua homenagem estudou em nova friburgo com 13 anos foi para rio de janeiro para trabalhar com pai br br em 1853 foi para portugal onde entrou em contato com meio intelectual e escreveu maior parte de sua obra foi um dos poetas mais populares romantismo brasil seu sucesso literário entanto deu se somente depois de sua morte com numerosas edições de seus poemas tanto brasil quanto em portugal deixou uma obra cujos temas abordavam casa paterna saudade da terra natal e amor mas este tratado sem complexidade e profundidade tão caras outros poetas românticos br br em 1859 editou suas poesias reunidas sob título de primaveras br br resumo adaptado da wikipédia por vicente p |
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4111 |
4575 |
Trawler |
James Brendan Connolly |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
The Trawler is a short story revolving around the trying life of a group of bank fishermen based in Gloucester. Skipper Hugh Glynn worked his men hard; some said too hard, and Arthur Snow was one who had paid the ultimate price.<br>\n\nArthur's close friend Simon Kippen decided he'd ask to take the place of his fallen friend aboard Hugh Glynn's vessel as a dory mate, and from there we have a tale of the open seas between Gloucester and Newfoundland where perhaps only the names and locations have changed from the countless stories of similar nature; the key being that this one, however, is first hand. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-trawler-by-james-brendan-connolly/ |
trawler short story revolving around trying life group bank fishermen based gloucester skipper hugh glynn worked men hard said hard arthur snow one paid ultimate price br arthur s close friend simon kippen decided he d ask take place fallen friend aboard hugh glynn s vessel dory mate tale open seas gloucester newfoundland perhaps names locations changed countless stories similar nature key one however first hand summary roger melin p |
| 4138 |
4112 |
4576 |
Carmen et la Vénus d'Ille |
Prosper Mérimée |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Qui ne connaît Carmen, immortalisée par l'opéra de Bizet? Quoique... Le narrateur rencontre don José, qui lui raconte son aventure de contrebandier avec la belle Gitane. Quant à la Vénus d'Ille, cette statue à l'allure maléfique est à l'origine d'événements mystérieux.</p><p>Who does not know Carmen, immortalized by Georges Bizet in his most famous opera? Although... The narrator tells his encounter with don Jose, who tells him of his life as a smuggler with the beautiful Gipsy. As for the Venus from Ille, this statue with its malevolent looks is causing mysterious events. (Summary by Nadine)</p> |
French |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/carmen-et-la-venus-dille-by-merimee-prosper/ |
p qui ne connaît carmen immortalisée par l opéra de bizet quoique le narrateur rencontre josé qui lui raconte son aventure de contrebandier avec la belle gitane quant à la vénus d ille cette statue à l allure maléfique est à l origine d événements mystérieux p p who know carmen immortalized georges bizet famous opera although narrator tells encounter jose tells life smuggler beautiful gipsy venus ille statue malevolent looks causing mysterious events summary nadine p |
| 4139 |
4113 |
4577 |
Epigram, engraved on the Collar of a Dog |
Alexander Pope |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Epigram by Alexander Pope. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 8th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1730 |
https://librivox.org/epigram-engraved-on-the-collar-of-a-dog-by-alexander-pope/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings epigram alexander pope weekly poetry project august 8th 2010 p |
| 4140 |
4150 |
4614 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 027 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n"Vom Schweigen" übersetzt von Gustav Landauer (1870-1919) </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-027-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br vom schweigen übersetzt von gustav landauer 1870 1919 p |
| 4141 |
4263 |
4731 |
Love's Young Dream |
Thomas Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Love's Young Dream by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 26th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/loves-young-dream-by-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings love s young dream thomas moore weekly poetry project september 26th 2010 p |
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4114 |
4578 |
Eneida |
Virgil |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Eneas, príncipe de Dardania, huye de Troya tras haber sido quemada ésta por el ejército aqueo, llevándose a su padre Anquises y a su hijo Ascanio. En el camino, su mujer Creúsa se pierde definitivamente y su fantasma dice a Eneas que no vierta amargas lágrimas por ella, pues le estaba aparejado por el destino una esposa de sangre real. Juno, rencorosa con la estirpe troyana, trata de desviar por todos los medios a la flota de supervivientes de su destino inevitable, Italia. Las peregrinaciones de Eneas duran siete años, hasta que llegado el último es acogido en el reino emergente de Cartago, gobernado por Dido o Elisa de Tiro. Por un ardid de Venus y Cupido, Dido se enamora perdidamente de Eneas y tras la partida de éste por orden de Júpiter, se quita la vida, maldiciendo antes a toda la estirpe venidera de Eneas y clamando el surgimiento de un héroe vengador: de esta forma se crea el cuadro que justifica la eterna enemistad entre dos pueblos hermanos, el de Cartago y el de Roma, origen mítico de las guerras púnicas. En su camino hacia Italia se le aparece el alma de su padre Anquises que le pide que vaya a verlo al Averno. Eneas, acompañado de la Sibila de Cumas, recorre los reinos de Plutón y Anquises le muestra toda la gloria y pompa de su futura estirpe, los romanos. Llegados por fin los troyanos a Italia contactan con el rey Latino, quien los recibe pacíficamente, y recordando la antigua profecía de que su hija Lavinia se casaría con un extranjero, decide aliarse con Eneas y darle a Lavinia por esposa. Turno, rey de los rútulos, primo y pretendiente de Lavinia, trastornado por las Furias, declara la guerra a Eneas. Los dos ejércitos con sus aliados se enfrentan fieramente, ayudados los troyanos por Venus y los rútulos por Juno, sin que Júpiter intervenga. Se producen muertes en ambos bandos y finalmente... (Resumen adaptado de http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eneida).</p>La obra consta de casi diez mil hexámetros dactílicos, divididos en doce libros, que se pueden agrupar en dos partes; los seis primeros que narran los viajes de Eneas hasta llegar a Italia, al estilo de la Odisea, y los seis últimos que narran sus conquistas en Italia, al estilo de la Ilíada y del Ciclo troyano.<p>Publio Virgilio Marón (70 a. C. – 19 a. C.) es uno de los mayores poetas latinos. Eugenio de Ochoa y Montel (1815-1872), traductor de esta versión, fue escritor, crítico, bibliógrafo, editor y traductor español, perteneciente al Romanticismo. (Resumen de Wikipedia y Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/la-eneida-por-virgilio/ |
eneas príncipe de dardania huye de troya tras haber sido quemada ésta por el ejército aqueo llevándose su padre anquises su hijo ascanio en el camino su mujer creúsa se pierde definitivamente su fantasma dice eneas que vierta amargas lágrimas por ella pues le estaba aparejado por el destino una esposa de sangre real juno rencorosa con la estirpe troyana trata de desviar por todos los medios la flota de supervivientes de su destino inevitable italia las peregrinaciones de eneas duran siete años hasta que llegado el último es acogido en el reino emergente de cartago gobernado por dido elisa de tiro por un ardid de venus cupido dido se enamora perdidamente de eneas tras la partida de éste por orden de júpiter se quita la vida maldiciendo antes toda la estirpe venidera de eneas clamando el surgimiento de un héroe vengador de esta forma se crea el cuadro que justifica la eterna enemistad entre dos pueblos hermanos el de cartago el de roma origen mítico de las guerras púnicas en su camino hacia italia se le aparece el alma de su padre anquises que le pide que vaya verlo al averno eneas acompañado de la sibila de cumas recorre los reinos de plutón anquises le muestra toda la gloria pompa de su futura estirpe los romanos llegados por fin los troyanos italia contactan con el rey latino quien los recibe pacíficamente recordando la antigua profecía de que su hija lavinia se casaría con un extranjero decide aliarse con eneas darle lavinia por esposa turno rey de los rútulos primo pretendiente de lavinia trastornado por las furias declara la guerra eneas los dos ejércitos con sus aliados se enfrentan fieramente ayudados los troyanos por venus los rútulos por juno sin que júpiter intervenga se producen muertes en ambos bandos finalmente resumen adaptado de http es wikipedia org wiki eneida p la obra consta de casi diez mil hexámetros dactílicos divididos en doce libros que se pueden agrupar en dos partes los seis primeros que narran los viajes de eneas hasta llegar italia al estilo de la odisea los seis últimos que narran sus conquistas en italia al estilo de la ilíada del ciclo troyano p publio virgilio marón 70 a c 19 a c es uno de los mayores poetas latinos eugenio de ochoa montel 1815 1872 traductor de esta versión fue escritor crítico bibliógrafo editor traductor español perteneciente al romanticismo resumen de wikipedia tux p |
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4115 |
4579 |
Sacred Fount |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
<P>Published in 1901, The Sacred Fount delves into the interior observations and obsessions of one Englishman during a weekend gathering in the country. Regarding himself as a master of human psychology, the narrator watches the goings-on of the other guests and weaves theories about the interpersonal implications of what he witnesses, leaving the not infrequently perplexed reader the task of sorting out whether his conclusions are facts or fancies. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)</P> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-sacred-fount-by-henry-james/ |
p published 1901 sacred fount delves interior observations obsessions one englishman weekend gathering country regarding master human psychology narrator watches goings on guests weaves theories interpersonal implications witnesses leaving infrequently perplexed reader task sorting whether conclusions facts fancies introduction s kovalchik p |
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4116 |
4580 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 011 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<P>A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</P> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-011-by-various/ |
p a collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 4145 |
4117 |
4581 |
Picture of Dorian Gray (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Oscar Wilde |
Dramatic Readings, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The novel tells of a young man named Dorian Gray, the subject of a painting by artist Basil Hallward. Basil is impressed by Dorian's beauty and becomes infatuated with him, believing his beauty is responsible for a new mode in his art. Dorian meets Lord Henry Wotton, a friend of Basil's, and becomes enthralled by Lord Henry's world view. Espousing a new hedonism, Lord Henry suggests the only things worth pursuing in life are beauty and fulfillment of the senses. Realizing that one day his beauty will fade, Dorian expresses his desire to sell his soul to ensure the portrait Basil has painted would age rather than himself. Dorian's wish is fulfilled, plunging him into debauched acts. The portrait serves as a reminder of the effect each act has upon his soul, with each sin displayed as a disfigurement of his form, or through a sign of aging. This reading uses the 20-chapter 1891 version of Wilde's novel. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br/><br/>NARRATOR - <a > Martin Geeson</a><br />\nLord Henry Wotton - <a > David Goldfarb</a><br />\nDorian Gray - <a > Volunteer </a><br />\nBasil Hallward - <a > Anthony</a><br />\nSibyl Vane - <a > Miss Avarice</a><br />\nJames Vane - <a > David Lawrence</a><br />\nDuchess of Monmouth - <a > Availle</a><br />\nVictor - <a > Martin Geeson</a><br />\nFrancis - <a > Simon Pride</a><br />\nCab Driver - <a > Simon Pride</a><br />\nParker - <a > Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLord Fermor - <a > Anthony</a><br />\nLady Agatha - <a > Sarah</a><br />\nDuchess of Harley - <a > Hannah Harris</a><br />\nSir Thomas Burdon - <a > Terence Taylor</a><br />\nMr. Erskine - <a > Frank Booker</a><br />\nMrs. Vandeleur - <a > Mary-Beth Blackburn</a><br />\nLady Henry - <a > Susanna</a><br />\nMrs. Vane - <a > Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMrs. Leaf - <a > Rebeka Harris</a><br />\nMr. Hubbard - <a > Frank Booker</a><br />\nAlan Campbell - <a > Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nLady Narborough - <a > Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLady Ruxton - <a > Mary-Beth Blackburn</a><br />\nAdrian Singleton - <a > Joseph Lawler</a><br />\nWoman - <a > Lucy Perry</a><br />\nSir Geoffrey Clouston - <a > Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nGamekeeper - <a > Martin Geeson</a><br />\nGardener- <a > Joseph Lawler</a><br />\nYoung Man - <a > Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nOld Gentleman - <a > Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nConstable - <a > Joseph Lawler</a><br />\n<br />Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw</p></blockquote> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
p the novel tells young man named dorian gray subject painting artist basil hallward basil impressed dorian s beauty becomes infatuated him believing beauty responsible new mode art dorian meets lord henry wotton friend basil s becomes enthralled lord henry s world view espousing new hedonism lord henry suggests things worth pursuing life beauty fulfillment senses realizing one day beauty fade dorian expresses desire sell soul ensure portrait basil painted would age rather himself dorian s wish fulfilled plunging debauched acts portrait serves reminder effect act upon soul sin displayed disfigurement form sign aging reading uses 20 chapter 1891 version wilde s novel summary wikipedia p br strong cast strong br br narrator a martin geeson a br lord henry wotton a david goldfarb a br dorian gray a volunteer a br basil hallward a anthony a br sibyl vane a miss avarice a br james vane a david lawrence a br duchess monmouth a availle a br victor a martin geeson a br francis a simon pride a br cab driver a simon pride a br parker a elizabeth klett a br lord fermor a anthony a br lady agatha a sarah a br duchess harley a hannah harris a br sir thomas burdon a terence taylor a br mr erskine a frank booker a br mrs vandeleur a mary beth blackburn a br lady henry a susanna a br mrs vane a arielle lipshaw a br mrs leaf a rebeka harris a br mr hubbard a frank booker a br alan campbell a ernst pattynama a br lady narborough a elizabeth klett a br lady ruxton a mary beth blackburn a br adrian singleton a joseph lawler a br woman a lucy perry a br sir geoffrey clouston a mark f smith a br gamekeeper a martin geeson a br gardener a joseph lawler a br young man a elizabeth klett a br old gentleman a mark f smith a br constable a joseph lawler a br br audio edited arielle lipshaw p blockquote |
| 4146 |
4118 |
4582 |
One Day More |
Joseph Conrad |
Family Life, Drama |
A one-act play. Eccentric (crazy?) Captain Hagberd has been waiting for years for his son to come home from the sea. He has scrimped and saved, outfitting a house for Harry to inherit upon his return, which will be in only "one day more." He has also planned that Harry will marry Bessie, the repressed maiden next door. Note: The recording was done outside, so there will be some ambient noise (airplanes, lawn mowers, birds, children... etc). (Summary by TriciaG)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br><p>Captain Hagberd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5385">Rat King</a><br>Josiah Carvil: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Harry Hagberd / A Lamplighter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Bessie Carvil: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a></p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/one-day-more-by-joseph-conrad/ |
one act play eccentric crazy captain hagberd waiting years son come home sea scrimped saved outfitting house harry inherit upon return one day more also planned harry marry bessie repressed maiden next door note recording done outside ambient noise airplanes lawn mowers birds children etc summary triciag br br strong cast strong br p captain hagberd a href http librivox org reader 5385 rat king a br josiah carvil a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br harry hagberd lamplighter a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br bessie carvil a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a p |
| 4147 |
4119 |
4583 |
Short Poetry Collection 090 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of August 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-090-by-various/ |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month august 2010 p |
| 4148 |
4180 |
4644 |
Bailén |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>Bailén</i> es la cuarta novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. En <i>El 19 de Marzo y el 2 de Mayo</i>, el joven gaditano Gabriel de Araceli libera a Inés de su encierro, en casa de los hermanos Requejo, con una hábil estratagema. Pero estalla el alzamiento del pueblo de Madrid contra los invasores franceses y ambos son apresados por las tropas de ocupación. En la novela anterior dejamos a Gabriel ante el pelotón de fusilamiento, que en ese momento acaba de disparar, y dedica sus últimos pensamientos a su amada. ¿Logrará Juan de Dios, empleado de los Requejo, casarse con Inés? ¿Qué habrá sido de los tíos de Inés? (Resumen por Tux.)</p>La Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
p i bailén i es la cuarta novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós en i el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo i el joven gaditano gabriel de araceli libera inés de su encierro en casa de los hermanos requejo con una hábil estratagema pero estalla el alzamiento del pueblo de madrid contra los invasores franceses ambos son apresados por las tropas de ocupación en la novela anterior dejamos gabriel ante el pelotón de fusilamiento que en ese momento acaba de disparar dedica sus últimos pensamientos su amada logrará juan de dios empleado de los requejo casarse con inés qué habrá sido de los tíos de inés resumen por tux p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br br |
| 4149 |
4120 |
4584 |
Five O'Clock Tea |
William Dean Howells |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<br />A light-hearted romantic comedy in twelve short scenes, set during a tea party in the home of Mrs. Amy Somers, a widow who is courted by the ingenuous and delightful Mr. Willis Campbell. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\nCAST: <br /><br />Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4358">Kim Stich</a><br />\nMr. Willis Campbell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nMrs. Amy Somers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />Old Mr. Bemis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nMr. Roberts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5520">SamECircle</a><br />\nMrs. Roberts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2544">Annise</a><br />\nMrs. Curwen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nDr. Lawton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br />\nMr. Miller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nMrs. Miller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5551">Laura C. Harrington</a><br />\nMrs. Crashaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br />\nYoung Mr. Bemis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nMrs. Bemis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMrs. Wharton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br />\nMiss Bayly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a> <br/><br />\nAudio edited by Ruth Golding. <br/><br />\n\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/five-oclock-tea-by-william-dean-howells/ |
br a light hearted romantic comedy twelve short scenes set tea party home mrs amy somers widow courted ingenuous delightful mr willis campbell summary ruth golding br br cast br br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4358 kim stich a br mr willis campbell a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mrs amy somers a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br old mr bemis a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br mr roberts a href http librivox org reader 5520 samecircle a br mrs roberts a href http librivox org reader 2544 annise a br mrs curwen a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br dr lawton a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br mr miller a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mrs miller a href http librivox org reader 5551 laura c harrington a br mrs crashaw a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br young mr bemis a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mrs bemis a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs wharton a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br miss bayly a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br br audio edited ruth golding br br |
| 4150 |
4121 |
4585 |
Anna Karenina, Book 8 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. In Book 8, Vronsky leaves for the Servian war, unable to live without Anna and hoping to die. Back at his farm with a loving wife and baby son, Levin struggles with thoughts of death and the horror of living when he does not understand "the whence, and why, and how, and what [life] was." (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-book-8-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky book 8 vronsky leaves servian war unable live without anna hoping die back farm loving wife baby son levin struggles thoughts death horror living understand the whence why how life was summary mary anderson maryann p |
| 4151 |
4122 |
4586 |
Short Humor Collection 001 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories, Humor |
<p>This is a collection of short humorous works first published before 1923. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-short-humor-collection-001-by-various/ |
p this collection short humorous works first published 1923 summary bellonatimes p |
| 4152 |
4123 |
4587 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 046 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 046: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-046-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 046 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 4153 |
4124 |
4588 |
Heidi, une histoire pour les enfants et pour ceux qui les aiment |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Une petite fille orpheline, Heidi, est amenée par sa tante chez son grand-père qui habite isolé sur l’Alpe, loin des hommes. Celui-ci a la réputation d’être féroce auprès des gens du village mais Heidi l’apprivoise et commence une vie profondément heureuse auprès de lui. Cependant, quelque temps après, la tante revient chercher Heidi pour la placer dans une famille aisée à Francfort, où l’enfant commence à souffrir du mal du pays, mal qui ne pourra être soulagé que par le retour sur l’Alpe. Mais de son exil loin de ses montagnes, elle ramène des amis chers à son coeur et y apprend de nouvelles choses. Ce roman est sans conteste l’oeuvre magistrale de Johanna Spyri et a gagné le coeur d’innombrables lecteurs de tout âge. La version proposée ici est la traduction francaise originale, la plus proche du texte initial.</p> <p>(résumé par Caroline Sophie)</p |
French |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/heidi-by-johanna-spyri-201101-cs/ |
p une petite fille orpheline heidi est amenée par sa tante chez son grand père qui habite isolé sur l alpe loin des hommes celui ci la réputation d être féroce auprès des gens du village mais heidi l apprivoise et commence une vie profondément heureuse auprès de lui cependant quelque temps après la tante revient chercher heidi pour la placer dans une famille aisée à francfort où l enfant commence à souffrir du mal du pays mal qui ne pourra être soulagé que par le retour sur l alpe mais de son exil loin de ses montagnes elle ramène des amis chers à son coeur et apprend de nouvelles choses ce roman est sans conteste l oeuvre magistrale de johanna spyri et gagné le coeur d innombrables lecteurs de tout âge la version proposée ici est la traduction francaise originale la plus proche du texte initial p p résumé par caroline sophie p |
| 4154 |
4125 |
4589 |
My Doggie and I |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Animals & Nature |
<p>This story surrounds a child waif, a young woman, a young gentleman doctor, and an elderly lady. This tale unfolds the story of a bond that brings these unlikely friends together and merges their separate paths of life into one common path. The bond is "Dumps", or "Pompey", the "doggie". With many twists, turns, and uncertainties, the ending may surprise the reader. All's well that ends well in this doggie "tail". (Introduction by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/my-doggie-and-i-by-robert-michael-ballantyne/ |
p this story surrounds child waif young woman young gentleman doctor elderly lady tale unfolds story bond brings unlikely friends together merges separate paths life one common path bond dumps pompey doggie many twists turns uncertainties ending may surprise reader all s well ends well doggie tail introduction allyson hester p |
| 4155 |
4126 |
4590 |
David Copperfield (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The story is told almost entirely from the point of view of the first person narrator, David Copperfield himself, and was the first Dickens novel to be written as such a narration. The story deals with the life of David Copperfield from childhood to maturity. David's father had died six months before he was born, and seven years later, his mother remarries but David and his step-father don’t get on and he is sent to boarding school. As David settles into life we are taken along with him and meet a dazzling array of characters, some of whom we will never forget and some of whom we won't want to remember! (Introduction by Wikipedia & T.Hynes)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-by-charles-dickens-version-2/ |
story told almost entirely point view first person narrator david copperfield himself first dickens novel written narration story deals life david copperfield childhood maturity david s father died six months born seven years later mother remarries david step father don t get sent boarding school david settles life taken along meet dazzling array characters never forget want remember introduction wikipedia t hynes p |
| 4156 |
4189 |
4653 |
In Freedom's Cause |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
Another stirring tale from the master of historical fiction set in the time of Robert Bruce and William Wallace and their struggle for Scotland's independence. (Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/in-freedoms-cause-by-g-a-henty/ |
another stirring tale master historical fiction set time robert bruce william wallace struggle scotland s independence summary annise p |
| 4157 |
4129 |
4593 |
Facts of Reconstruction |
John R. Lynch |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
<p>After the American Civil War, John R. Lynch, who had been a slave in Mississippi, began his political career in 1869 by first becoming Justice of the Peace, and then Mississippi State Representative. He was only 26 when he was elected to the US Congress in 1873. There, he continued to be an activist, introducing many bills and arguing on their behalf. Perhaps his greatest effort was in the long debate supporting the Civil Rights Act of 1875 to ban discrimination in public accommodations.<br>\n\nIn 1884 Lynch was the first African American nominated after a moving speech by Theodore Roosevelt to the position of Temporary Chairman of the Republican National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. During the Spanish-American War of 1898, he was appointed Treasury Auditor and then Paymaster under the Republicans. In 1901, he began serving with the Regular Army with tours of duty in the United States, Cuba, and the Philippines.<br>\n\nLynch retired from the Army in 1911, then married Cora Williams. They moved to Chicago, where he practiced law. He also became involved in real estate. After his death in Chicago 1939 at the age of 92, he was buried with military honors in Arlington National Cemetery. He was entitled to this as a Congressman and veteran.\n<br>\nAfter the turn of the centutry, Lynch wrote a book, The Facts of Reconstruction, and several articles criticizing the then-dominant Dunning School historiography. Dunning and followers had emphasized the views of former slave owners and routinely downplayed any positive contributions of African Americans during Reconstruction, as well as suggesting they could not manage any political power. Lynch argued that blacks had made substantial contributions during the period. Since he participated directly in Reconstruction-era governments, Lynch's book is considered a primary source in study of the period. (Introduction by Guero and Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-facts-of-reconstruction-by-john-r-lynch/ |
p after american civil war john r lynch slave mississippi began political career 1869 first becoming justice peace mississippi state representative 26 elected us congress 1873 there continued activist introducing many bills arguing behalf perhaps greatest effort long debate supporting civil rights act 1875 ban discrimination public accommodations br 1884 lynch first african american nominated moving speech theodore roosevelt position temporary chairman republican national convention chicago illinois spanish american war 1898 appointed treasury auditor paymaster republicans 1901 began serving regular army tours duty united states cuba philippines br lynch retired army 1911 married cora williams moved chicago practiced law also became involved real estate death chicago 1939 age 92 buried military honors arlington national cemetery entitled congressman veteran br turn centutry lynch wrote book facts reconstruction several articles criticizing then dominant dunning school historiography dunning followers emphasized views former slave owners routinely downplayed positive contributions african americans reconstruction well suggesting could manage political power lynch argued blacks made substantial contributions period since participated directly reconstruction era governments lynch s book considered primary source study period introduction guero wikipedia p |
| 4158 |
4130 |
4594 |
Räuber - Ein Schauspiel |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
<p>Die Räuber ist der Titel des ersten veröffentlichten Dramas von Friedrich Schiller. Das Werk, das zunächst nicht als Bühnenstück, sondern als Lesedrama vorgesehen war (siehe unterdrückte Vorrede), sorgte für nationales Aufsehen im Literaturbetrieb und machte Schiller schlagartig berühmt.<br />Enthält die Besprechung "Die Räuber. Ein Schauspiel von Friedrich Schiller. 1782", und den "Anhang über die Vorstellung der Räuber" im Wirtembergischen Repertorium 1782, beide von Schiller anonym verfaßt. Der Text folgt der zweiten Auflage von 1782.<br>(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br /><br />Quellen:<br />Unterdrückte Vorrede - Vorrede zur zwoten Auflage - Avertissement zu der ersten Aufführung: Online Text 1<br />Vorrede zur ersten Auflage: Online Text 2<br />Schauspiel: Online Text 3<br />Besprechungen im Wirtembergischen Repertorium 1782: Online Text 1</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/die-rauber-ein-schauspiel-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p die räuber ist der titel des ersten veröffentlichten dramas von friedrich schiller das werk das zunächst nicht als bühnenstück sondern als lesedrama vorgesehen war siehe unterdrückte vorrede sorgte für nationales aufsehen im literaturbetrieb und machte schiller schlagartig berühmt br enthält die besprechung die räuber ein schauspiel von friedrich schiller 1782 und den anhang über die vorstellung der räuber im wirtembergischen repertorium 1782 beide von schiller anonym verfaßt der text folgt der zweiten auflage von 1782 br zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br quellen br unterdrückte vorrede vorrede zur zwoten auflage avertissement zu der ersten aufführung online text 1 br vorrede zur ersten auflage online text 2 br schauspiel online text 3 br besprechungen im wirtembergischen repertorium 1782 online text 1 p |
| 4159 |
4131 |
4595 |
Don Carlos, Infant von Spanien - Ein dramatisches Gedicht |
Friedrich Schiller |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Don Karlos, Infant von Spanien ist ein Drama von Friedrich Schiller. Es behandelt vordergründig politisch-gesellschaftliche Konflikte – so die Anfänge des Achtzigjährigen Krieges, in dem die niederländischen Provinzen ihre Unabhängigkeit von Spanien erkämpften – und familiär-soziale Intrigen am Hofe von König Philipp II. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) <br /><br />Sektion 00 - Widmung in der Rheinischen Thalia - Vorrede in der Rheinischen Thalia - Fussnote in der Thalia<br />Sektionen 01 - 19 - Ein dramatisches Gedicht<br />Sektionen 20 - 24 - Briefe ueber Don Carlos</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/don-carlos-infant-von-spanien-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
karlos infant von spanien ist ein drama von friedrich schiller es behandelt vordergründig politisch gesellschaftliche konflikte die anfänge des achtzigjährigen krieges dem die niederländischen provinzen ihre unabhängigkeit von spanien erkämpften und familiär soziale intrigen hofe von könig philipp ii zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br sektion 00 widmung der rheinischen thalia vorrede der rheinischen thalia fussnote der thalia br sektionen 01 19 ein dramatisches gedicht br sektionen 20 24 briefe ueber carlos p |
| 4160 |
4132 |
4596 |
Braut von Messina oder die feindlichen Brüder - Ein Trauerspiel mit Chören |
Friedrich Schiller |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Die Braut von Messina oder die feindlichen Brüder ist ein Drama von Friedrich Schiller, dem der Autor die Gattungskennzeichnung „Ein Trauerspiel mit Chören“ gegeben hat. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) <br /><br />Sektion 00 - Über den Gebrauch des Chors in der Tragödie<br />Sektionen 01 - 11 - Ein Trauerspiel mit Chören</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/die-braut-von-messina-oder-die-feindlichen-bruder-ein-trauerspiel-mit-choren-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
die braut von messina oder die feindlichen brüder ist ein drama von friedrich schiller dem der autor die gattungskennzeichnung ein trauerspiel mit chören gegeben hat zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br sektion 00 über den gebrauch des chors der tragödie br sektionen 01 11 ein trauerspiel mit chören p |
| 4161 |
4133 |
4597 |
Natural History Volume 2 |
Pliny the Elder |
Animals, Nature, Reference |
<p><i>Naturalis Historia</i> (Latin for "Natural History") is an encyclopedia published circa AD 77-79 by Pliny the Elder. It is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman empire to the modern day and purports to cover the entire field of ancient knowledge, based on the best authorities available to Pliny. The work became a model for all later encyclopedias in terms of the breadth of subject matter examined, the need to reference original authors, and a comprehensive index list of the contents. The scheme of his great work is vast and comprehensive, being nothing short of an encyclopedia of learning and of art so far as they are connected with nature or draw their materials from nature. The work divides neatly into the organic world of plants and animals, and the realm of inorganic matter, although there are frequent digressions in each section. He is especially interested in not just describing the occurrence of plants, animals and insects, but also their exploitation (or abuse) by man, especially Romans. The description of metals and minerals is particularly detailed, and valuable for the history of science as being the most extensive compilation still available from the ancient world. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>This second volume includes books six to ten, covering the following subjects:<br>Book 6 - An account of countries, nations, seas, towns, havens, mountains, rivers, distances, and peoples who now exist or formerly existed<br>Book 7 - Man, his birth, his organization and the invention of the arts<br>Book 8 - The nature of the terrestrial animals<br>Book 9 - The natural history of fishes<br>Book 10 - The natural history of birds<br></br> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-2-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
p i naturalis historia i latin natural history encyclopedia published circa ad 77 79 pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire modern day purports cover entire field ancient knowledge based best authorities available pliny work became model later encyclopedias terms breadth subject matter examined need reference original authors comprehensive index list contents scheme great work vast comprehensive nothing short encyclopedia learning art far connected nature draw materials nature work divides neatly organic world plants animals realm inorganic matter although frequent digressions section especially interested describing occurrence plants animals insects also exploitation or abuse man especially romans description metals minerals particularly detailed valuable history science extensive compilation still available ancient world summary wikipedia br br this second volume includes books six ten covering following subjects br book 6 account countries nations seas towns havens mountains rivers distances peoples exist formerly existed br book 7 man birth organization invention arts br book 8 nature terrestrial animals br book 9 natural history fishes br book 10 natural history birds br br |
| 4162 |
4197 |
4661 |
Hohenzollerns in America With the Bolsheviks in Berlin and Other Impossibilities |
Stephen Leacock |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>More stories by Canadian Stephen Leacock. Some of these stories carry over characters introduced in <i>Further Foolishness</i>. Some stories are humourous; some are more thoughtful. It helps to be familiar with WWI-era European politics to catch much of the humour. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-hohenzollerns-in-america-by-stephen-leacock/ |
p more stories canadian stephen leacock stories carry characters introduced i further foolishness i stories humourous thoughtful helps familiar wwi era european politics catch much humour summary triciag p |
| 4163 |
4134 |
4598 |
Wallenstein - Ein dramatisches Gedicht |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Wallensteins Lager ist der erste Teil von Friedrich Schillers Wallenstein-Trilogie, dem Drama über den Niedergang des berühmten Feldherren Wallenstein.<br><br>Die Piccolomini ist der zweite Teil von Friedrich Schillers Wallenstein-Trilogie.<br><br>Wallensteins Tod ist der dritte Teil von Friedrich Schillers Wallenstein-Trilogie.\n\nDas Werk spielt im Winter 1633/1634 (also fast 16 Jahre nach Beginn des Dreißigjährigen Krieges).\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p>\n\nSektionen 01 - 27 - Ein dramatisches Gedicht: Text (1)\nSektion 28 - Über die erste Aufführung der Piccolomini: Text (2) |
German |
1799 |
https://librivox.org/wallenstein-ein-dramatisches-gedicht-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
wallensteins lager ist der erste teil von friedrich schillers wallenstein trilogie dem drama über den niedergang des berühmten feldherren wallenstein br br die piccolomini ist der zweite teil von friedrich schillers wallenstein trilogie br br wallensteins tod ist der dritte teil von friedrich schillers wallenstein trilogie das werk spielt im winter 1633 1634 also fast 16 jahre nach beginn des dreißigjährigen krieges zusammenfassung von wikipedia p sektionen 01 27 ein dramatisches gedicht text 1 sektion 28 über die erste aufführung der piccolomini text 2 |
| 4164 |
4135 |
4599 |
One of the 28th - a Tale of Waterloo |
G. A. Henty |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<p>A tale of Victorian-style romance, maritime battles and even the penultimate Napoleonic battle - Waterloo. (Introduction by Mike Harris)<p> |
English |
1984 |
https://librivox.org/one-of-the-28th-a-tale-of-waterloo-by-g-a-henty/ |
p a tale victorian style romance maritime battles even penultimate napoleonic battle waterloo introduction mike harris p |
| 4165 |
4136 |
4600 |
Our Mutual Friend, Version 2 |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
<P>Our Mutual Friend (written in the years 1864–65) is the last novel completed by Charles Dickens and is one of his most sophisticated works, combining psychological insight with social analysis. It centres on, in the words of critic J. Hillis Miller, "money, money, money, and what money can make of life" but is also about human values. In the opening chapters a body is found in the Thames and identified as John Harmon, a young man recently returned to London to receive his inheritance. Were he alive, his father's will would require him to marry Bella Wilfer, a beautiful, mercenary girl whom he had never met. Instead, the money passes to the working-class Boffins, and the effects spread into various corners of London society. (Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/our-mutual-friend-by-charles-dickens-librivox-version-2/ |
p our mutual friend written years 1864 65 last novel completed charles dickens one sophisticated works combining psychological insight social analysis centres on words critic j hillis miller money money money money make life also human values opening chapters body found thames identified john harmon young man recently returned london receive inheritance alive father s would require marry bella wilfer beautiful mercenary girl never met instead money passes working class boffins effects spread various corners london society wikipedia p |
| 4166 |
4137 |
4601 |
Report on Unidentified Flying Objects |
Edward J. Ruppelt |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>'Straight from the horse's mouth', as they say. Edward Ruppelt was the first head of the U.S. Air Force's Project Blue Book, the official project initiated to investigate UFO reports beginning in 1952. This report from 1956 takes us inside these initial investigations, separates fact from fiction, and gives insight into who, when, where, and how sightings were reported and researched in open-minded fashion (for which Ruppelt was renowned), rather than in the typical hushed and secretive (and censored) manner most often associated with government and military reports which are released to the public.</p>\n\nDozens of specific sightings are recounted, although hundreds more had come pouring into the agency during the period covered (and hundreds, if not thousands more that were never officially reported). Here we go inside the workings of Project Blue Book, which had evolved from 2 earlier Air Force projects, and we are witness to interviews, press conferences, Pentagon briefings, and many reports from civilian and military pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, office workers, farmers, and the man on the street who reported their accounts with UFOs. And not all sightings that were reported were restricted to the U.S.\n\nAlthough Project Blue Book would continue until 1969, here we witness an in-depth account from it's inception and it's earliest stages, the political obstacles, the houndings from the press, the overall confusion encountered during and following many of the sightings, and the near hysteria caused during the heyday of UFO sightings, and all from the man who headed up the project in it's earliest years. The second edition of Ruppelt's work was supplemented with 3 additional chapters which were added in 1960, and we are fortunate that they are included here. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/the-report-on-unidentified-flying-objects-by-edward-j-ruppelt/ |
p straight horse s mouth say edward ruppelt first head u s air force s project blue book official project initiated investigate ufo reports beginning 1952 report 1956 takes us inside initial investigations separates fact fiction gives insight who when where sightings reported researched open minded fashion for ruppelt renowned rather typical hushed secretive and censored manner often associated government military reports released public p dozens specific sightings recounted although hundreds come pouring agency period covered and hundreds thousands never officially reported go inside workings project blue book evolved 2 earlier air force projects witness interviews press conferences pentagon briefings many reports civilian military pilots air traffic controllers office workers farmers man street reported accounts ufos sightings reported restricted u s although project blue book would continue 1969 witness in depth account inception earliest stages political obstacles houndings press overall confusion encountered following many sightings near hysteria caused heyday ufo sightings man headed project earliest years second edition ruppelt s work supplemented 3 additional chapters added 1960 fortunate included here summary roger melin p |
| 4167 |
4138 |
4602 |
Épouvante |
Maurice Level |
Detective Fiction |
<p><em>« La police est bien mal faite. »</em> Voilà l'opinion qu'Onésime Coche, reporter dans un quotidien du matin, à Paris, ne manque pas d'émettre à la fin de ses articles.<p> </p>Au sortir d'un dîner chez son ami Ledoux, il trouvera l'occasion d'en faire la preuve.</p> <p>Par quel moyen et d'où viendra l'épouvante ? À vous de le découvrir.</p> <br/><p><em>"Our police service is thoroughly inefficient."</em> That is the opinion Onesimus Coche, mere journalist, frequently expresses in his articles.</p> <p>After dining at his friend's Monsieur Ledoux, he will have the opportunity to prove his point.</p> <p>Where will the grip of fear come from? You will have to find out for yourself. <br/>(by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/lepouvante-by-maurice-level-1010/ |
p em la police est bien mal faite em voilà l opinion qu onésime coche reporter dans un quotidien du matin à paris ne manque pas d émettre à la fin de ses articles p p au sortir d un dîner chez son ami ledoux il trouvera l occasion d en faire la preuve p p par quel moyen et d où viendra l épouvante à vous de le découvrir p br p em our police service thoroughly inefficient em opinion onesimus coche mere journalist frequently expresses articles p p after dining friend s monsieur ledoux opportunity prove point p p where grip fear come from find yourself br by ezwa p |
| 4168 |
4139 |
4603 |
Henry VI, Part 1 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>Henry VI, Part 1 or The First Part of Henry the Sixth (often written as 1 Henry VI) is a history play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1591, and set during the lifetime of King Henry VI of England. Whereas 2 Henry VI deals with the King's inability to quell the bickering of his nobles, and the inevitability of armed conflict, and 3 Henry VI deals with the horrors of that conflict, 1 Henry VI deals with the loss of England's French territories and the political machinations leading up to the Wars of the Roses, as the English political system is torn apart by personal squabbles and petty jealousy. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Basset/Messenger/Queen Margaret/Second Sentinel/Second Serving Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Bastard of Orleans/Master Gunner/General: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5379">lennich</a><br>Boy/First Soldier/Officer/Scout/Sir William Lucy/Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/614">Christine Blachford</a><br>Captain/Second Warder/Third Serving Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5687">Ty Unglebower</a><br>Charles, King of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3242">peac</a><br>Countess of Auvergne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Duke of Alencon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5617">kenrg</a><br>Duke of Bedford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5643">Robert Mitchell</a><br>Duke of Burgundy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>Duke of Exeter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Duke of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5485">Sean Randall</a><br>Duke of Somerset: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>Earl of Salisbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5662">Michael Irskens</a><br>Earl of Suffolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5506">Frank Booker</a><br>Earl of Warwick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Edmund Mortimer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>First Gaoler/Lawyer/Legate/Lord Talbot/Watch/Woodvile: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>First Sentinel/First Serving Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>First Warder/Sir John Fastolfe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Henry VI: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Joan La Pucelle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>John Talbot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3465">ravenotation</a><br>Lord Mayor of London: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Porter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Reignier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Richard Plantagenet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Sergeant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4969">Veggrower</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5398">Eden</a><br>Shepherd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a><br>Sir William Glansdale: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Sir Thomas Gargrave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Vernon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Winchester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1592 |
https://librivox.org/henry-vi-part-1-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p henry vi part 1 first part henry sixth often written 1 henry vi history play william shakespeare believed written 1591 set lifetime king henry vi england whereas 2 henry vi deals king s inability quell bickering nobles inevitability armed conflict 3 henry vi deals horrors conflict 1 henry vi deals loss england s french territories political machinations leading wars roses english political system torn apart personal squabbles petty jealousy summary wikipedia p strong cast strong br p basset messenger queen margaret second sentinel second serving man a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br bastard orleans master gunner general a href http librivox org reader 5379 lennich a br boy first soldier officer scout sir william lucy soldier a href http librivox org reader 614 christine blachford a br captain second warder third serving man a href http librivox org reader 5687 ty unglebower a br charles king france a href http librivox org reader 3242 peac a br countess auvergne a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br duke alencon a href http librivox org reader 5617 kenrg a br duke bedford a href http librivox org reader 5643 robert mitchell a br duke burgundy a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br duke exeter a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br duke gloucester a href http librivox org reader 5485 sean randall a br duke somerset a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br earl salisbury a href http librivox org reader 5662 michael irskens a br earl suffolk a href http librivox org reader 5506 frank booker a br earl warwick a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br edmund mortimer a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br first gaoler lawyer legate lord talbot watch woodvile a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br first sentinel first serving man a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br first warder sir john fastolfe a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br henry vi a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br joan la pucelle a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br john talbot a href http librivox org reader 3465 ravenotation a br lord mayor london a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br porter a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br reignier a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br richard plantagenet a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br sergeant a href http librivox org reader 4969 veggrower a br servant a href http librivox org reader 5398 eden a br shepherd a href http librivox org reader 1817 aldor a br sir william glansdale a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br sir thomas gargrave a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br vernon a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br winchester a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4169 |
4140 |
4604 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 040 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-040-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4170 |
4141 |
4605 |
Fixed Period |
Anthony Trollope |
Science Fiction |
This book is set in 1980 in the Republic of Britannula, which is a fictional island near New Zealand. It deals with euthanasia as a radical solution to the problem of the aged. The novel is in the form of a personal account written by the President of Britannula about the island's recent history. It has often been said that when the book came out Trollope had reached the age of 67. Interesting is the fact that this is the exact age at which all Britannulans are required by law to retire from their worldly affairs and begin a year of preparation for death. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-fixed-period-by-anthony-trollope/ |
book set 1980 republic britannula fictional island near new zealand deals euthanasia radical solution problem aged novel form personal account written president britannula island s recent history often said book came trollope reached age 67 interesting fact exact age britannulans required law retire worldly affairs begin year preparation death summary michele eaton p |
| 4171 |
4142 |
4606 |
Fidelity |
Susan Glaspell |
Published 1900 onward |
The small Midwestern town of Freeport was scandalized years ago when Ruth Holland, then a young girl, ran away to the West with a married man. Now that she's returned home to take care of her dying father, she faces some hard truths about who her true friends are and where her life is headed. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fidelity-by-susan-glaspell/ |
small midwestern town freeport scandalized years ago ruth holland young girl ran away west married man returned home take care dying father faces hard truths true friends life headed summary arielle lipshaw p |
| 4172 |
4143 |
4607 |
Lines on The Mermaid Tavern |
John Keats |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Lines on The Mermaid Tavern by John Keats. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 15th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lines-on-the-mermaid-tavern-by-john-keats/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings lines mermaid tavern john keats fortnightly poetry project august 15th 2010 p |
| 4173 |
4144 |
4608 |
Coffee Break Collection 005 - Love and Relationships |
Various |
Romance, Anthologies |
This is a collection of 20 short works (between 3 and 15 minutes long) that are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for Collection 005 is "Love and Relationships", and may include romance, marriage, family relationships, friendships, working relationships, or even human-animal connections! [Summary by Rosie]</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-005-love-and-relationships/ |
collection 20 short works between 3 15 minutes long great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection 005 love relationships may include romance marriage family relationships friendships working relationships even human animal connections summary rosie p |
| 4174 |
4145 |
4609 |
Henry VI, Part 2 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>Henry VI, Part 2 or The Second Part of Henry the Sixth (often written as 2 Henry VI) is a history play by William Shakespeare believed to have been written in 1591, and set during the lifetime of King Henry VI of England. Whereas 1 Henry VI deals primarily with the loss of England's French territories and the political machinations leading up to the Wars of the Roses, and 3 Henry VI deals with the horrors of that conflict, 2 Henry VI focuses on the King's inability to quell the bickering of his nobles, the death of his trusted adviser Duke Humphrey of Gloucester, the rise of the Duke of York and the inevitability of armed conflict. As such, the play culminates with the opening battle of the War, the First Battle of St Albans. Henry VI may be viewed as a study in insurrection, which moves from the private and personal jostlings in the court in Part 1 to outright civil war in Part 3. In Part 2 the discord between prominent state officials, notably Humphrey, Duke of Gloucester, and Henry Beaufort, Bishop of Winchester, spreads to the common people, fomenting an abortive rebellion, lead by the rascally Kentishman, Jack Cade. With the death of Humphrey, the period of regency for the naive Henry effectively comes to an end, and the unworldly monarch is helplessly exposed to the interminable strife between the factions of the houses of York and of Lancaster. The structure of the play differs from the other two parts in that there is a central rustic idyll (Act 4), populated by clownish characters, which recalls the idyllic centrepieces of comedies like A Midsummer Night's Dream and As You Like It. The plays with the effective deposition of Henry, who is later re-installed as king in Part 3 by the influential Earl of Warwick. Henry VI, Part 2 has the largest cast of all Shakespeare's plays, and is seen by many critics as the best of the Henry VI trilogy. (Summary by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)</p><strong>Cast</strong>:<br><p>Alexander Iden/Lord Say: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5652">amicrazy2u</a><br>Beadle/Earl of Warwick/First Neighbor/George Bevis/Lord Scales/Post/Second Gentleman/Soldier/Spirit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Bolingbroke/Jack Cade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Captain/Herald/Simpcox: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>Clerk of Chatham/First Citizen/Messenger/Queen Margaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Dick the Butcher/Mayor of St. Albans: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4015">JimOCR</a><br>Duke of Buckingham/Richard Plantagenet the Younger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Duke of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5485">Sean Randall</a><br>Duke of Somerset: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>Earl of Salisbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5662">Michael Irskens</a><br>Earl of Suffolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5506">Frank Booker</a><br>Eleanor, Duchess of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Musicalheart1</a><br>Father John Hume: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/614">Christine Blachford</a><br>First Gentleman/Second Murderer/Second Petitioner/Townsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>First Murderer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5624">rigbyjm</a><br>First Petitioner/Third Neighbor/William Stafford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Henry VI: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>John Holland/Peter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>King Edward IV/Thomas Horner/Walter Whitmore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Lord Clifford/Second Neighbor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Margaret Jourdain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Master/Sheriff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5617">kenrg</a><br>Michael: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Richard Plantagenet/Smith the Weaver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Servant/Vaux: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5398">Eden</a><br>Simpcox's Wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Sir Humphrey Stafford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Sir John Stanley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4969">Veggrower</a><br>Winchester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Young Clifford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/henry-vi-part-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p henry vi part 2 second part henry sixth often written 2 henry vi history play william shakespeare believed written 1591 set lifetime king henry vi england whereas 1 henry vi deals primarily loss england s french territories political machinations leading wars roses 3 henry vi deals horrors conflict 2 henry vi focuses king s inability quell bickering nobles death trusted adviser duke humphrey gloucester rise duke york inevitability armed conflict such play culminates opening battle war first battle st albans henry vi may viewed study insurrection moves private personal jostlings court part 1 outright civil war part 3 part 2 discord prominent state officials notably humphrey duke gloucester henry beaufort bishop winchester spreads common people fomenting abortive rebellion lead rascally kentishman jack cade death humphrey period regency naive henry effectively comes end unworldly monarch helplessly exposed interminable strife factions houses york lancaster structure play differs two parts central rustic idyll act 4 populated clownish characters recalls idyllic centrepieces comedies like midsummer night s dream like it plays effective deposition henry later re installed king part 3 influential earl warwick henry vi part 2 largest cast shakespeare s plays seen many critics best henry vi trilogy summary wikipedia algy pug p strong cast strong br p alexander iden lord say a href http librivox org reader 5652 amicrazy2u a br beadle earl warwick first neighbor george bevis lord scales post second gentleman soldier spirit a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br bolingbroke jack cade a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br captain herald simpcox a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br clerk chatham first citizen messenger queen margaret a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br dick butcher mayor st albans a href http librivox org reader 4015 jimocr a br duke buckingham richard plantagenet younger a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br duke gloucester a href http librivox org reader 5485 sean randall a br duke somerset a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br earl salisbury a href http librivox org reader 5662 michael irskens a br earl suffolk a href http librivox org reader 5506 frank booker a br eleanor duchess gloucester a href http librivox org reader 5269 musicalheart1 a br father john hume a href http librivox org reader 614 christine blachford a br first gentleman second murderer second petitioner townsman a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br first murderer a href http librivox org reader 5624 rigbyjm a br first petitioner third neighbor william stafford a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br henry vi a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br john holland peter a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br king edward iv thomas horner walter whitmore a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br lord clifford second neighbor a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br margaret jourdain a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br master sheriff a href http librivox org reader 5617 kenrg a br michael a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br richard plantagenet smith weaver a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br servant vaux a href http librivox org reader 5398 eden a br simpcox s wife a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br sir humphrey stafford a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br sir john stanley a href http librivox org reader 4969 veggrower a br winchester a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br young clifford a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4175 |
4146 |
4610 |
To...As when with downcast eyes |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of To...As when with downcast eyes by Alfred Lord Tennyson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 15th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/to-as-when-with-downcast-eyes-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings to as downcast eyes alfred lord tennyson weekly poetry project august 15th 2010 p |
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4611 |
Henry VI, Part 3 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
Henry VI, Part 3 or The Third Part of Henry the Sixt (often written as 3 Henry VI) is a history play by William Shakespeare believed to have been written in 1591, and set during the lifetime of King Henry VI of England. Whereas 1 Henry VI deals with the loss of England's French territories and the political machinations leading up to the Wars of the Roses, and 2 Henry VI focuses on the King's inability to quell the bickering of his nobles, and the inevitability of armed conflict, 3 Henry VI deals primarily with the horrors of that conflict, as the once ordered nation is thrown into chaos and barbarism as families break down and moral codes are subverted in the pursuit of revenge and power.<br><br>Among Shakespeare's history plays Henry VI Part 3 and Richard II contain the only intances in which a living monarch is displaced. However, unlike Richard who fell because of his misunderstanding of the limits of his sovereignty, the demise of Henry was due to his total incapacity to exercise his sovereign power. The inability of the king to deal with the brutal realities of regal life is dramatically displayed in Act 2 Scene 5 where Henry witnesses the agonies of the father who has killed his son and the son who has killed his father, and sadly acknowledges that this civil strife has been caused by the King's ineptitude. The crowning indignity comes in Act 3 Scene 1 where the king in hiding is easily detected and trapped by two rustics who triumphantly prepare to lead him before the man who has deposed him, Edward IV. Henry's death comes at the hands of the brother of Edward, the vicious and rampantly ambitious Richard, who later rises to the heights of supreme tyranny in Richard III. After Henry's son and heir, Edward, is murdered, also by the future Richard III, and Henry's most influential supporter, the Earl of Warwick, dies, the House of Lancaster lies in ruins.<br><br>Henry VI, Part 3 features the longest soliloquy in all of Shakespeare (3.2.124-195), and has more battle scenes (four on stage, one reported) than any other of Shakespeare's plays. (Summary from Wikipedia with addition by Algy Pug)<br/><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Bona: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5549">ckless1</a><br>Duke of Exeter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Duke of Norfolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5617">kenrg</a><br>Duke of Somerset: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>Earl of Northumberland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5643">Chewbobcca</a><br>Earl of Warwick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Earl of Westmoreland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Earl of Oxford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Edmund, Earl of Rutland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Father who has killed his son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>First Keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>First Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>First Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>George, Duke of Clarence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Henry VI: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Huntsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>King Edward IV: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>King Lewis XI of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Lieutenant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lord Rivers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Lord Clifford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Lord Hastings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Marquess of Montague: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Mayor of York: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Nobleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Post: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Prince Edward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5570">Corinna Schultz</a><br>Queen Elizabeth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Queen Margaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Richard III: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Richard Plantagenet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Second Keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3465">ravenotation</a><br>Second Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Second Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Sir John Mortimer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Son who has killed his father: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Third Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Tutor of Rutland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett and Algy Pug<br/><br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/henry-vi-part-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
henry vi part 3 third part henry sixt often written 3 henry vi history play william shakespeare believed written 1591 set lifetime king henry vi england whereas 1 henry vi deals loss england s french territories political machinations leading wars roses 2 henry vi focuses king s inability quell bickering nobles inevitability armed conflict 3 henry vi deals primarily horrors conflict ordered nation thrown chaos barbarism families break moral codes subverted pursuit revenge power br br among shakespeare s history plays henry vi part 3 richard ii contain intances living monarch displaced however unlike richard fell misunderstanding limits sovereignty demise henry due total incapacity exercise sovereign power inability king deal brutal realities regal life dramatically displayed act 2 scene 5 henry witnesses agonies father killed son son killed father sadly acknowledges civil strife caused king s ineptitude crowning indignity comes act 3 scene 1 king hiding easily detected trapped two rustics triumphantly prepare lead man deposed him edward iv henry s death comes hands brother edward vicious rampantly ambitious richard later rises heights supreme tyranny richard iii henry s son heir edward murdered also future richard iii henry s influential supporter earl warwick dies house lancaster lies ruins br br henry vi part 3 features longest soliloquy shakespeare 3 2 124 195 battle scenes four stage one reported shakespeare s plays summary wikipedia addition algy pug br br strong cast strong br p bona a href http librivox org reader 5549 ckless1 a br duke exeter a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br duke norfolk a href http librivox org reader 5617 kenrg a br duke somerset a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br earl northumberland a href http librivox org reader 5643 chewbobcca a br earl warwick a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br earl westmoreland a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br earl oxford a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br edmund earl rutland a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br father killed son a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br first keeper a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br first messenger a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br first watchman a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br george duke clarence a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br henry vi a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br huntsman a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br king edward iv a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br king lewis xi france a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br lieutenant a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lord rivers a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br lord clifford a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br lord hastings a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br marquess montague a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br mayor york a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br nobleman a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br post a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br prince edward a href http librivox org reader 5570 corinna schultz a br queen elizabeth a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br queen margaret a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br richard iii a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br richard plantagenet a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br second keeper a href http librivox org reader 3465 ravenotation a br second messenger a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br second watchman a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br sir john mortimer a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br soldier a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br son killed father a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br third watchman a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br tutor rutland a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett algy pug br br |
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4148 |
4612 |
Age of Innocence (version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
Romance |
<p>Edith Wharton became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for fiction with this 1920 novel about Old New York society. Newland Archer is wealthy, well-bred, and engaged to the beautiful May Welland. But he finds himself drawn to May's cousin Ellen Olenska, who has been living in Europe and who has returned following a scandalous separation from her husband. (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\nProof listened by Stav Nisser & Betty M.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-innocence-version-2-by-edith-wharton/ |
p edith wharton became first woman win pulitzer prize fiction 1920 novel old new york society newland archer wealthy well bred engaged beautiful may welland finds drawn may s cousin ellen olenska living europe returned following scandalous separation husband introduction elizabeth klett p proof listened stav nisser betty m p |
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4149 |
4613 |
Vade mecum für den Hrn. Sam. Gotth. Lange Pastor in Laublingen |
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing |
*Non-fiction, Literary Criticism, Philosophy |
Lessings Kritik an der Horazübersetzung des seinerzeit bekannten Pastors Lange ist unerbittlich und von fast brutaler Genauigkeit. Aus der Einzelkritik Lessings wird deutlich, dass Pastor Lange tatsächlich mit der unternommenen Horazübersetzung überfordert war, ihm fehlte sowohl das Verständnis für das lateinische Original als auch die deutsche Ausdruckskraft. Die Form des Verrisses gibt Lessing aber vor allem Gelegenheit, seine eigene profunde Bildung und ein sensibles Textverständnis zu demonstrieren. Seine rhetorische Sachlichkeit überzeugt bis heute und weist dem heute vergessenen Pastor Lange jederzeit die Rolle eines "elenden Gegners" zu.<br><br>Der Text ist leider nachlässig ediert, vor allem bei den Zitaten. Das Moschuszitat auf S. 573f. (aus dem 2. Idyllion v. 131ff.) ist mit zwei Druckfehlern und ohne diakritische Zeichen kaum zu lesen, hier wurde der Text für die Aufnahme aus der folgenden zeitgenössischen Ausgabe berichtigt: <a href="http://books.google.de/books?id=E1U-AAAAcAAJ">"Theocriti, Bionis et Moschi Carmina Bucolica, graece et latine, ed. Valckenaer, Lugduni Batavorum MDCCLXXXI"</a>, S. 351ff.<br>(Zusammenfassung von Marilianus)</p> |
German |
1754 |
https://librivox.org/ein-vade-mecum-fur-den-hrn-sam-gotth-lange-pastor-in-laublingen-by-gotthold-ephraim-lessing/ |
lessings kritik der horazübersetzung des seinerzeit bekannten pastors lange ist unerbittlich und von fast brutaler genauigkeit aus der einzelkritik lessings wird deutlich dass pastor lange tatsächlich mit der unternommenen horazübersetzung überfordert war ihm fehlte sowohl das verständnis für das lateinische original als auch die deutsche ausdruckskraft die form des verrisses gibt lessing aber vor allem gelegenheit seine eigene profunde bildung und ein sensibles textverständnis zu demonstrieren seine rhetorische sachlichkeit überzeugt bis heute und weist dem heute vergessenen pastor lange jederzeit die rolle eines elenden gegners zu br br der text ist leider nachlässig ediert vor allem bei den zitaten das moschuszitat auf s 573f aus dem 2 idyllion v 131ff ist mit zwei druckfehlern und ohne diakritische zeichen kaum zu lesen hier wurde der text für die aufnahme aus der folgenden zeitgenössischen ausgabe berichtigt a href http books google de books id e1u aaaacaaj theocriti bionis et moschi carmina bucolica graece et latine ed valckenaer lugduni batavorum mdcclxxxi a s 351ff br zusammenfassung von marilianus p |
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4151 |
4615 |
On the Trail of Don Quixote, Being a Record of Rambles in the Ancient Province of La Mancha |
August F. Jaccaci |
Travel & Geography |
<p>On the Trail of Don Quixote is an engaging 1890’s “record of rambles in the Ancient Province of La Mancha” by two artist friends, French author August Jaccaci and Spanish illustrator Daniel Vierge. “Both lovers of the book wherein are recounted the adventures of the good Knight and of his faithful Squire,” as Jaccaci explains, the two men set out to record - Jaccaci in evocative prose, and Vierge in pen and ink drawings - their exploration of the landmarks of Cervantes’ “immortal romance.” Argamasilla, the Cave of Montesinos, Ruidera, the windmills at Crijitano, and the rugged mountain pass of Despeñaperros are among the places Jaccaci and Vierge visited, tramping on foot, or jolting along by mule cart, accompanied in the back country by armed Guardias Civiles. In the 1890’s, before super highways and tourists, Jaccaci could write: “it is incredible how few changes have taken place in the home of the hero since the days of his wanderings. The customs, the character, the manner of dress, and the speech of its inhabitants, have remained practically unchanged . . .” This is a relaxing read for anyone who enjoys good travel books.<br></br>(Introduction by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-trail-of-don-quixote-being-a-record-of-rambles-in-the-ancient-province-of-la-mancha-by-jaccaci-august-f/ |
p on trail quixote engaging 1890 s record rambles ancient province la mancha two artist friends french author august jaccaci spanish illustrator daniel vierge both lovers book wherein recounted adventures good knight faithful squire jaccaci explains two men set record jaccaci evocative prose vierge pen ink drawings exploration landmarks cervantes immortal romance argamasilla cave montesinos ruidera windmills crijitano rugged mountain pass despeñaperros among places jaccaci vierge visited tramping foot jolting along mule cart accompanied back country armed guardias civiles 1890 s super highways tourists jaccaci could write it incredible changes taken place home hero since days wanderings customs character manner dress speech inhabitants remained practically unchanged relaxing read anyone enjoys good travel books br br introduction sue anderson p |
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4152 |
4616 |
Wilhelm Tell |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Wilhelm Tell ist das letzte fertiggestellte Drama Friedrich von Schillers. Er schloss es 1804 ab. Das Drama nimmt den Stoff des Schweizer Nationalmythos um Wilhelm Tell und den Rütlischwur auf. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\n<a href="http://archive.org/search.php?query=redaer german schiller&sort=-publicdate">Internet Archive: weitere gemeinfreie redaer Schiller Aufnahmen</a><br><br> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/wilhelm-tell-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
wilhelm tell ist das letzte fertiggestellte drama friedrich von schillers er schloss es 1804 ab das drama nimmt den stoff des schweizer nationalmythos um wilhelm tell und den rütlischwur auf zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br a href http archive org search php query redaer german schiller sort publicdate internet archive weitere gemeinfreie redaer schiller aufnahmen a br br |
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4153 |
4617 |
Lord of the World |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Religious Fiction, Science Fiction |
<P>“Mr. Benson sees the world, four or five generations hence, free at last from all minor quarrels, and ranged against itself in two camps, Humanitarianism for those who believe in no divinity but that of man, Catholicism for those who believe in no divinity but that of God.” <BR><BR>This apocalyptic novel from the early 1900's is sometimes deemed one of the first modern dystopias. (Summary from an original London Times review and Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/lord-of-the-world-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
p mr benson sees world four five generations hence free last minor quarrels ranged two camps humanitarianism believe divinity man catholicism believe divinity god br br this apocalyptic novel early 1900 s sometimes deemed one first modern dystopias summary original london times review wikipedia p |
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4154 |
4618 |
Soul of the Indian |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
History , Other religions |
<P>"We also have a religion which was given to our forefathers, and has been handed down to us their children. It teaches us to be thankful, to be united, and to love one another! We never quarrel about religion."</P> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-the-indian-by-charles-alexander-eastman-ohiyesa/ |
p we also religion given forefathers handed us children teaches us thankful united love one another never quarrel religion p |
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4155 |
4619 |
Story of Books |
Gertrude Burford Rawlings |
History , Technology & Engineering |
<p>Rawlings follows the development of printing from the origins of writing to modern printing. Some of the earliest records are ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman recordings on papyrus and wax tablets. However, Rawlings acknowledges the sparse nature of this first fragile evidence, and limits speculation.<br/><br/>\nLater, libraries of religious books grew in Europe, where monks copied individual books in monasteries. The "block printing" technique began with illustrations carved in wood blocks, while the text needed to be written by hand. Eventually, entire pages were printed as combinations of illustrations with text. The Biblia Pauperum, or “Bible of the Poor,” demonstrates this first time saving method.<br/><br/>\nLater chapters focus on printing developing as an industry, especially after the invention of movable type. Two inventors are contested as the first inventor, Johann Gutenberg of Mentz in Germany, and Laurenz Coster of Haarlem in Holland. Rawlings describes the evidence for each side, along with stories and legends that grow around their names.<br/><br/>\nSince many of the medieval books were meant to be admired as art by the illiterate majority and read only by an educated minority, copiers spent much time decorating manuscripts. Also, these highly decorated volumes needed to be protected. Here, Rawlings describes the techniques for binding and beautifying books. Arriving closer to the present day, Rawlings describes a few modern printing techniques that bring mass produced and cheap books to the now literate public. (Summary by LivelyHive)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-books-by-gertrude-burford-rawlings/ |
p rawlings follows development printing origins writing modern printing earliest records ancient egyptian greek roman recordings papyrus wax tablets however rawlings acknowledges sparse nature first fragile evidence limits speculation br br later libraries religious books grew europe monks copied individual books monasteries block printing technique began illustrations carved wood blocks text needed written hand eventually entire pages printed combinations illustrations text biblia pauperum bible poor demonstrates first time saving method br br later chapters focus printing developing industry especially invention movable type two inventors contested first inventor johann gutenberg mentz germany laurenz coster haarlem holland rawlings describes evidence side along stories legends grow around names br br since many medieval books meant admired art illiterate majority read educated minority copiers spent much time decorating manuscripts also highly decorated volumes needed protected here rawlings describes techniques binding beautifying books arriving closer present day rawlings describes modern printing techniques bring mass produced cheap books literate public summary livelyhive p |
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4156 |
4620 |
Barks and Purrs (Dramatic Reading) |
Colette |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
<i>Barks and Purrs</i> is a collection of seven episodes in the lives of Toby-Dog, a French Bulldog, and Kiki-the-Demure, a Maltese cat, living in a comfortable household. The episodes cover a hot afternoon, a train ride, and what happened when dinner was late or their mistress was ill. We hear about the first fire in autumn, a heavy storm, and about a visitor in the household.<br><br>\n\nSidonie-Gabrielle Colette-Willy was throughout her life a controversial French novelist. She published around 50 novels; the best known is "Gigi". (Summary by Availle)<br><br>\n\n<strong>Dramatis personae:</strong><br><br>\nKiki-the-Demure, a Maltese cat - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>\nToby-Dog, a French bull-dog - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4059">Troy Bond</a><br> \nHE, master (of minor importance) - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br> \nSHE, mistress (of minor importance) - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br> \nThe Little Dog - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>\nNarrator - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br> \nAudio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a></p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/barks-and-purrs-by-colette/ |
i barks purrs i collection seven episodes lives toby dog french bulldog kiki the demure maltese cat living comfortable household episodes cover hot afternoon train ride happened dinner late mistress ill hear first fire autumn heavy storm visitor household br br sidonie gabrielle colette willy throughout life controversial french novelist published around 50 novels best known gigi summary availle br br strong dramatis personae strong br br kiki the demure maltese cat a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br toby dog french bull dog a href http librivox org reader 4059 troy bond a br he master of minor importance a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br she mistress of minor importance a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br little dog a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br audio edited a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a p |
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4198 |
4662 |
Vitai Lampada |
Sir Henry Newbolt |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Vitai Lampada by Sir Henry Newbolt.<br><br>'Vitai lampada' is a quotation from De Rerum Natura (On the Nature of the Universe) by Lucretius and literally means 'The torch of life.'\n<br><br>This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 17th, 2010.</p>\n\n |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/vitai-lampada-by-sir-henry-newbolt/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings vitai lampada sir henry newbolt br br vitai lampada quotation de rerum natura on nature universe lucretius literally means the torch life br br this weekly poetry project may 17th 2010 p |
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4157 |
4621 |
Spoilers |
Rex Beach |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>Rex Beach was born in Atwood, Michigan to a prominent family and pursued a career as a lawyer before being drawn to Alaska at the time of the Klondike Gold Rush. After five years of unsuccessful prospecting, he turned to writing. His first novel, The Spoilers, was based on a true story of corrupt government officials stealing gold mines from prospectors, which Beach witnessed while he was prospecting in Nome, Alaska. The novel begins with the return of Dextry and Roy Glenister to Nome to reclaim their mine, The Midas. On their arrival, they find “The Law” has come to Nome. The problem is “The Law” is crooked, bent on stealing all the best gold mines in Alaska. Alec McNamara is the villain in this novel and rules with a heavy hand through the aging and corrupt Judge Stillman. Helen Chester is the naïve niece of Judge Stillman. She cannot believe her uncle is involved in such treachery. And of course, Roy Glenister is in love with her. After trying to work within the law, the miners eventually form a vigilante group called The Stranglers to right the wrongs while Glenister continues to believe the law can correct the wrongs. A cast of other characters enter the book with various roles; Cherry Malotte, The Bronco Kid (who has a surprise in store for listeners), Slapjack Sims, Struve the crooked lawyer. The climax of the book is…………but then I would be spoiling the ending, wouldn’t I? The Spoilers became one of the bestselling novels of 1906. The novel was made into movies five times, with leading men including Gary Cooper, Randolph Scott and John Wayne.<br><br>For a brief pictorial history of the characters involved in the actual mine stealing, please see <a href="http://www.miningswindles.com/html/the_spoilers.html" target="_blank">this page</a>.<br><br>(Summary from Wikipedia and modified by The Reader)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-spoilers-by-rex-beach/ |
p rex beach born atwood michigan prominent family pursued career lawyer drawn alaska time klondike gold rush five years unsuccessful prospecting turned writing first novel spoilers based true story corrupt government officials stealing gold mines prospectors beach witnessed prospecting nome alaska novel begins return dextry roy glenister nome reclaim mine midas arrival find the law come nome problem the law crooked bent stealing best gold mines alaska alec mcnamara villain novel rules heavy hand aging corrupt judge stillman helen chester naïve niece judge stillman cannot believe uncle involved treachery course roy glenister love her trying work within law miners eventually form vigilante group called stranglers right wrongs glenister continues believe law correct wrongs cast characters enter book various roles cherry malotte bronco kid who surprise store listeners slapjack sims struve crooked lawyer climax book is but would spoiling ending wouldn t i spoilers became one bestselling novels 1906 novel made movies five times leading men including gary cooper randolph scott john wayne br br for brief pictorial history characters involved actual mine stealing please see a href http www miningswindles com html the_spoilers html target _blank this page a br br summary wikipedia modified reader p |
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4158 |
4622 |
Toilers of the Sea |
Victor Hugo |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
This is the story of a man’s monumental struggle against nature, to win the hand of the woman he loves, and surmount every difficulty that Nature puts in his path (Summary by Alisson Veldhuis)</p>\n |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/toilers-of-the-sea-by-victor-hugo/ |
story man s monumental struggle nature win hand woman loves surmount every difficulty nature puts path summary alisson veldhuis p |
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4159 |
4623 |
Brewing |
Alfred Chaston Chapman |
Crafts & Hobbies, Cooking |
Great as is the debt of gratitude which the brewing industry owes to the labours of scientific men, it has been more than repaid by the immense services which that industry has indirectly rendered to the advancement of modern science. It may be said without exaggeration that in respect of the number of scientific investigations of the first order of importance to which it has given rise, the brewing industry stands easily preeminent among the industries of mankind, and that without the stimulus furnished by the desire to arrive at the meaning of some of the more important phenomena connected with the brewing of beer, both chemical and biological science would probably be the poorer today by some of their most valued intellectual achievements. . . . The brewing of beer is regarded by many as an operation of a simple and more or less mechanical description, which is not of sufficient importance to merit study or of sufficient interest to claim a share of their attention. It is in the hope of doing something, even though it be but little, to correct this widely spread impression, that I have most willingly accepted the invitation to contribute this little work to <i>The Cambridge Manuals of Science and Literature.</i> From the Preface.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/brewing-by-alfred-chaston-chapman/ |
great debt gratitude brewing industry owes labours scientific men repaid immense services industry indirectly rendered advancement modern science may said without exaggeration respect number scientific investigations first order importance given rise brewing industry stands easily preeminent among industries mankind without stimulus furnished desire arrive meaning important phenomena connected brewing beer chemical biological science would probably poorer today valued intellectual achievements brewing beer regarded many operation simple less mechanical description sufficient importance merit study sufficient interest claim share attention hope something even though little correct widely spread impression willingly accepted invitation contribute little work i the cambridge manuals science literature i preface p |
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4160 |
4624 |
Misérables pour rire |
Gustave Marx |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>Vous n'avez jamais eu le temps de lire <em>Les Misérables</em> ? Eh bien, en voici l'occasion. Ces misérables-ci sont très concis.</p> <p>Here is your chance to listen to the whole story in less than an hour.</p> <p>(by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-pour-rire-by-a-vemar-1008/ |
p vous n avez jamais eu le temps de lire em les misérables em eh bien en voici l occasion ces misérables ci sont très concis p p here chance listen whole story less hour p p by ezwa p |
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4161 |
4625 |
Anna Karenina, Book 7 |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
<p>Anna Karenina tells of the doomed love affair between the sensuous and rebellious Anna and the dashing officer, Count Vronsky. In Book 7, Levin, in town for Kitty’s confinement, finds himself drawn to the corruptive influence of Moscow society. Stiva again presses Karenin to divorce Anna, while Anna, driven by jealousy, becomes increasingly irrational towards Vronsky. (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn)<p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-book-7-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p anna karenina tells doomed love affair sensuous rebellious anna dashing officer count vronsky book 7 levin town kitty s confinement finds drawn corruptive influence moscow society stiva presses karenin divorce anna anna driven jealousy becomes increasingly irrational towards vronsky summary mary anderson maryann p |
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4162 |
4626 |
Kinderen uit m'n Klas |
Paulina Jacoba Cohen-de Vries |
Single Author Collections |
Serie portretjes van kinderen op een volksschool begin jaren '20, eerder verschenen in de NRC.<BR><BR>Voorwoord bij de 1e druk: "Niet zonder schroom trokken de ‘Kinderen uit m’n klas’ voor ‘t eerst de wijde wereld in. Bij de Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant vonden ze een gastvrij onderdak en tot hun groote vreugde werden ze door de lezers van dat blad zeer hartelijk ontvangen. Veel vrienden mochten ze zich verwerven en zelfs ontvingen ze herhaaldelijk de uitnoodiging, om nog eens en dan te samen te verschijnen. Zoo staan ze dan gereed voor de nieuwe reis, trotsch op het keurige pakje, waarin ze voor deze gelegenheid gestoken zijn en echt in hun schik, dat ze voortaan bij elkaar mogen blijven.” (P.J. Cohen-de Vries)</p> |
Dutch |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/kinderen-uit-mn-klas-by-paulina-jacoba-cohen-de-vries/ |
serie portretjes van kinderen op een volksschool begin jaren 20 eerder verschenen de nrc br br voorwoord bij de 1e druk niet zonder schroom trokken de kinderen uit m n klas voor t eerst de wijde wereld in bij de nieuwe rotterdamsche courant vonden ze een gastvrij onderdak en tot hun groote vreugde werden ze door de lezers van dat blad zeer hartelijk ontvangen veel vrienden mochten ze zich verwerven en zelfs ontvingen ze herhaaldelijk de uitnoodiging om nog eens en dan te samen te verschijnen zoo staan ze dan gereed voor de nieuwe reis trotsch op het keurige pakje waarin ze voor deze gelegenheid gestoken zijn en echt hun schik dat ze voortaan bij elkaar mogen blijven p j cohen de vries p |
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4163 |
4627 |
So Warmly We Met |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of So Warmly We Met by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 22nd, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/so-warmly-we-met-by-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings warmly met thomas moore weekly poetry project august 22nd 2010 p |
| 4193 |
4164 |
4628 |
Grace Harlowe's Senior Year at High School; or, The Parting of the Ways |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General |
<p>The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-senior-year-at-high-school-or-the-parting-of-the-ways-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
p the four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals summary wikipedia p |
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4165 |
4629 |
Eu e Outras Poesias |
Augusto dos Anjos |
Poetry, Single author |
Augusto dos Anjos é um dos mais originais poetas brasileiros, e também um dos mais populares. Sua obra consiste, porém, em apenas um livro. "Eu" foi publicado ainda em vida do autor; outros poemas, publicados em periódicos ou inéditos, foram coligidos após sua morte e acrescentados ao volume organizado pelo autor, renomeado então "Eu e Outras Poesias". Aclamada pelo público e pela crítica, sua obra foi repudiada por muitos em sua época, e ainda causa estranheza, pela mistura de vocabulário coloquial e científico, pelos temas exacerbadamente macabros e pessimistas, pelo exagero sistemáticos na linguagem e no tratamento dos temas. Não obstante as controvérsias que cercam sua obra, muitos de seus versos caíram no uso popular, tais como "um urubu pousou em minha sorte", "a mão que afaga é a mesma que apedreja" e outros. <br><br> Esta é a gravação da obra completa de Augusto dos Anjos. (Sumário escrito por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/eu-e-outras-poesias-by-augusto-dos-anjos/ |
augusto dos anjos é um dos mais originais poetas brasileiros e também um dos mais populares sua obra consiste porém em apenas um livro eu foi publicado ainda em vida autor outros poemas publicados em periódicos ou inéditos foram coligidos após sua morte e acrescentados ao volume organizado pelo autor renomeado então eu e outras poesias aclamada pelo público e pela crítica sua obra foi repudiada por muitos em sua época e ainda causa estranheza pela mistura de vocabulário coloquial e científico pelos temas exacerbadamente macabros e pessimistas pelo exagero sistemáticos na linguagem e tratamento dos temas não obstante controvérsias que cercam sua obra muitos de seus versos caíram uso popular tais como um urubu pousou em minha sorte a mão que afaga é mesma que apedreja e outros br br esta é gravação da obra completa de augusto dos anjos sumário escrito por leni p |
| 4195 |
4166 |
4630 |
Beckoning Fair One |
Oliver Onions |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A classic ghost story of a haunted house, and the haunted man who lives in it.<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-beckoning-fair-one-by-oliver-onions/ |
classic ghost story haunted house haunted man lives it p |
| 4196 |
4167 |
4631 |
Oedipus at Colonus (Storr Translation) |
Sophocles |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
This is the second installment in Sophocles's Theban Plays that chronicles the tragic fates of Oedipus and his family. After fulfilling the prophecy that predicted he would kill his father and marry his mother, Oedipus blinds himself and leaves Thebes, to wander in the wilderness accompanied by his daughters Antigone and Ismene. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nOedipus: Andy Minter<br />\nAntigone: Elizabeth Klett<br />\nIsmene: Arielle Lipshaw<br />\nTheseus: Mark F. Smith<br />\nCreon: Bruce Pirie<br />\nPolyneices: David Goldfarb<br />\nStranger: Lucy Perry<br />\nMessenger: Martin Geeson<br />\nChorus: Lars Rolander<br />\nNarrator: David Lawrence<br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/oedipus-at-colonus-by-sophocles/ |
second installment sophocles s theban plays chronicles tragic fates oedipus family fulfilling prophecy predicted would kill father marry mother oedipus blinds leaves thebes wander wilderness accompanied daughters antigone ismene summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br oedipus andy minter br antigone elizabeth klett br ismene arielle lipshaw br theseus mark f smith br creon bruce pirie br polyneices david goldfarb br stranger lucy perry br messenger martin geeson br chorus lars rolander br narrator david lawrence br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
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4168 |
4632 |
Antigone |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
<p>This is the final installment in Sophocles's Theban Plays, following Oedipus Rex and Oedipus at Colonus. Oedipus's daughter Antigone deliberately breaks the laws of Thebes when she buries her brother's body and is sentenced to death. She clashes with Creon, the King of Thebes, over what constitutes justice and morality: the laws of the state or the laws of the individual. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Antigone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Ismene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Creon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Haemon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Eurydice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Tiresias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Guard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Chorus, Second Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/><br/> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/antigone-by-sophocles/ |
p this final installment sophocles s theban plays following oedipus rex oedipus colonus oedipus s daughter antigone deliberately breaks laws thebes buries brother s body sentenced death clashes creon king thebes constitutes justice morality laws state laws individual summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p antigone a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br ismene a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br creon a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br haemon a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br eurydice a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br tiresias a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br guard a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br chorus second messenger a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br br |
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4169 |
4633 |
Italian Cook Book |
Maria Gentile |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<p>One of the beneficial results of the Great War has been the teaching of thrift to the American housewife. For patriotic reasons and for reasons of economy, more attention has been bestowed upon the preparing and cooking of food that is to be at once palatable, nourishing and economical.<br><br>In the Italian cuisine we find in the highest degree these three qualities. That it is palatable, all those who have partaken of food in an Italian trattoria or at the home of an Italian family can testify, that it is healthy the splendid manhood and womanhood of Italy is a proof more than sufficient. And who could deny, knowing the thriftiness of the Italian race, that it is economical?<br><br>It has therefore been thought that a book of practical recipes of the Italian cuisine could be offered to the American public with hope of success. It is not a pretentious book, and the recipes have been made as clear and simple as possible. Some of the dishes described are not peculiar to Italy. All, however, are representative of the Cucina Casalinga of the peninsular Kingdom, which is not the least product of a lovable and simple people, among whom the art of living well and getting the most out of life at a moderate expense has been attained to a very high degree. (Preface of the book)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-italian-cook-book-by-maria-gentile/ |
p one beneficial results great war teaching thrift american housewife patriotic reasons reasons economy attention bestowed upon preparing cooking food palatable nourishing economical br br in italian cuisine find highest degree three qualities palatable partaken food italian trattoria home italian family testify healthy splendid manhood womanhood italy proof sufficient could deny knowing thriftiness italian race economical br br it therefore thought book practical recipes italian cuisine could offered american public hope success pretentious book recipes made clear simple possible dishes described peculiar italy all however representative cucina casalinga peninsular kingdom least product lovable simple people among art living well getting life moderate expense attained high degree preface book p |
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4170 |
4634 |
Nelly |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Vertaling van de Old Curiosity Shop (1841). \nHet weesje Nelly leeft bij haar grootvader die grote schulden heeft. Samen proberen zij de armoede en de schande te ontvluchten. Uiteindelijk vinden zij een rustige plaats om te leven ...\nZoals een winkel voor Antiek en Curiosa een bonte verzameling van kunst en kitsch bevat, zo bevat dit boek een groteske verzameling van menselijke- en zelfs dierlijke karakters. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/nelly-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van de old curiosity shop 1841 het weesje nelly leeft bij haar grootvader die grote schulden heeft samen proberen zij de armoede en de schande te ontvluchten uiteindelijk vinden zij een rustige plaats om te leven zoals een winkel voor antiek en curiosa een bonte verzameling van kunst en kitsch bevat zo bevat dit boek een groteske verzameling van menselijke en zelfs dierlijke karakters samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
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4171 |
4635 |
American Cookery |
Amelia Simmons |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<i>American Cookery</i>, by Amelia Simmons, was the first known cookbook written by an American, published in 1796. Until this time, the cookbooks printed and used in what became the United States were British cookbooks, so the importance of this book is obvious to American culinary history, and more generally, to the history of America. The full title of this book was: <i>American Cookery, or the art of dressing viands, fish, poultry, and vegetables, and the best modes of making pastes, puffs, pies, tarts, puddings, custards, and preserves, and all kinds of cakes, from the imperial plum to plain cake: Adapted to this country, and all grades of life.</i> (Description from Wikipedia) |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/american-cookery-by-amelia-simmons/ |
i american cookery i amelia simmons first known cookbook written american published 1796 time cookbooks printed used became united states british cookbooks importance book obvious american culinary history generally history america full title book was i american cookery art dressing viands fish poultry vegetables best modes making pastes puffs pies tarts puddings custards preserves kinds cakes imperial plum plain cake adapted country grades life i description wikipedia |
| 4201 |
4172 |
4636 |
Bernice Bobs Her Hair |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Pretty but socially clueless Bernice lets her know-it-all cousin push her around, but eventually, something's gotta give! (Introduction by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bernice-bobs-her-hair-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
p pretty socially clueless bernice lets know it all cousin push around eventually something s gotta give introduction bellonatimes p |
| 4202 |
4173 |
4637 |
göttliche Komödie - Die Hölle |
Dante Alighieri |
Poetry |
Die Commedia, in späterer Zeit auch \nDivina Commedia („Göttliche Komödie“) genannt, ist das Hauptwerk des italienischen Dichters Dante Alighieri. Sie gilt als bedeutendste Dichtung der italienischen Literatur und als eines der größten Werke der Weltliteratur.<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p>\n |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/die-gottliche-komodie-die-holle-by-dante-alighieri/ |
die commedia späterer zeit auch divina commedia göttliche komödie genannt ist das hauptwerk des italienischen dichters dante alighieri sie gilt als bedeutendste dichtung der italienischen literatur und als eines der größten werke der weltliteratur br zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4203 |
4174 |
4638 |
Historical Tales, Vol IV: English |
Charles Morris |
*Non-fiction, History |
Volume IV of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This fourth volume covers the history of England from its conversion to Christianity up to the reign of Queen Victoria, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. (Introduction by Kalynda)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-iv-english-by-charles-morris/ |
volume iv series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries fourth volume covers history england conversion christianity reign queen victoria describing history children young adults exciting novel manner introduction kalynda p |
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4175 |
4639 |
Bible (WNT) NT 06: Romans |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
<p>The Epistle of Paul to the Romans, usually referred to simply as Romans, is the sixth book in the New Testament. Biblical scholars agree that it was written by the Apostle Paul to explain that Salvation is offered through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is by far the longest of the Pauline epistles, and is considered his "most important theological legacy". (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/romans-by-weymouth-new-testament/ |
p the epistle paul romans usually referred simply romans sixth book new testament biblical scholars agree written apostle paul explain salvation offered gospel jesus christ far longest pauline epistles considered most important theological legacy introduction wikipedia p |
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4176 |
4640 |
Bible (YLT) 07: Judges |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>The Book of The Judges is a record of the Israelites' pattern of continuing disobedience to God, and their salvation by God through judges chosen to lead the people. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/judges-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p the book judges record israelites pattern continuing disobedience god salvation god judges chosen lead people introduction mark penfold p |
| 4206 |
4177 |
4641 |
Third Miss Symons |
F. M. Mayor |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Miss Mayor tells this story with singular skill, more by contrast than by drama, bringing her chief character into relief against her world, as it passes in swift procession. Her tale is in a form becoming common among our best writers; it is compressed into a space about a third as long as the ordinary novel, yet form and manner are so closely suited that all is told and nothing seems slightly done, or worked with too rapid a hand. (Summary from the Preface by John Masefield)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-third-miss-symons-by-f-m-mayor/ |
p miss mayor tells story singular skill contrast drama bringing chief character relief world passes swift procession tale form becoming common among best writers compressed space third long ordinary novel yet form manner closely suited told nothing seems slightly done worked rapid hand summary preface john masefield p |
| 4207 |
4178 |
4642 |
White Feather |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction |
Sheen, a member of Seymour's House at Wrykyn School, flees from an unexpected assault by town boys. His colleagues wade into the fight with relish, acquiring bruises and sore heads, but in the fracas, Sheen is missed, and the story makes the rounds of Wrykyn that when blows were traded, Sheen "funked it."<p>Honor in such institutions depends on reliably standing with your House. As punishment for his defection, Sheen is "cut" - treated as if he did not exist.<p>In a later expedition into town, Sheen is set upon by the town bullies and finds that when retreat is no option, he can take their blows and fight against odds. Seeing his pluck, bystander Joe Bevan, an ex-champion boxer, offers to tutor Sheen.<p>Surprisingly, Sheen finds he has a knack for boxing. And with that discovery comes a plan: he will fight for his House in the Lightweight division and win back his honor.<p>But the best-laid plans... may go awry!<p>Wodehouse, a humorist, picks up the sober topic of cowardice but treats it with his customary panache. <p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-feather-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
sheen member seymour s house wrykyn school flees unexpected assault town boys colleagues wade fight relish acquiring bruises sore heads fracas sheen missed story makes rounds wrykyn blows traded sheen funked it p honor institutions depends reliably standing house punishment defection sheen cut treated exist p in later expedition town sheen set upon town bullies finds retreat option take blows fight odds seeing pluck bystander joe bevan ex champion boxer offers tutor sheen p surprisingly sheen finds knack boxing discovery comes plan fight house lightweight division win back honor p but best laid plans may go awry p wodehouse humorist picks sober topic cowardice treats customary panache p |
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4179 |
4643 |
Compilation de poèmes - 002 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. </p><p> (Ezwa)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-002-by-various/ |
p cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p p ezwa p |
| 4209 |
4181 |
4645 |
Black Robe |
Wilkie Collins |
Epistolary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The church has lost out on a valuable piece of land through wars and transfers. Father Benwell is determined to reclaim that property by the conversion of the owner, Lewis Romayne. Enter beautiful Stella, who captures the heart of Romayne. Should Stella capture the love and devotion of Romayne, Father Benwell's scheme would fail, and that is something that he can not allow. Complicating things is the fact that both Romayne and Stella are hiding their own terrible secrets.<br></br>The Black Robe is an 1881 epistolary novel by famed English writer, Wilkie Collins. The book centers around the misadventures of Lewis Romayne, and is also noted for a perceived anti-Catholic bias (Summary by Mike Zane and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-robe-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p the church lost valuable piece land wars transfers father benwell determined reclaim property conversion owner lewis romayne enter beautiful stella captures heart romayne stella capture love devotion romayne father benwell s scheme would fail something allow complicating things fact romayne stella hiding terrible secrets br br the black robe 1881 epistolary novel famed english writer wilkie collins book centers around misadventures lewis romayne also noted perceived anti catholic bias summary mike zane wikipedia p |
| 4210 |
4182 |
4646 |
Song of the Western Men |
Robert Stephen Hawker |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Song of the Western Men by Robert Stephen Hawker.This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 29th, 2010.<br><br>This poem is also known by the title of "Trelawny". Hawker wrote the song in 1824, telling of events that took place in 1688.<p> |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/he-song-of-the-western-men-by-stephen-hawker/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings song western men robert stephen hawker this weekly poetry project august 29th 2010 br br this poem also known title trelawny hawker wrote song 1824 telling events took place 1688 p |
| 4211 |
4183 |
4647 |
Angler |
Thomas Buchanan Read |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Angler by Thomas Buchanan Read. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 29th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-angler-by-thomas-buchanan-read/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings angler thomas buchanan read fortnightly poetry project august 29th 2010 p |
| 4212 |
4184 |
4648 |
Broad Highway |
John Jeffery Farnol |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<p>Our hero, Peter Vibart, an Oxford graduate with no means of support but for 10 guineas he has inherited, sets out on a walking tour of the Kent countryside. Along the way, he meets many quaint and adoring characters as well as a few ne’er-do-wells, meets with several disasters and triumphs, and eventually he meets "The Woman," who leads him to even more disasters and triumphs. (Introduction by John Lieder)<br /><br />Proof-listened by Dawn Larsen and BainbridgeCatherine.</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-broad-highway-by-john-jeffery-farnol/ |
p our hero peter vibart oxford graduate means support 10 guineas inherited sets walking tour kent countryside along way meets many quaint adoring characters well ne er do wells meets several disasters triumphs eventually meets the woman leads even disasters triumphs introduction john lieder br br proof listened dawn larsen bainbridgecatherine p |
| 4213 |
4185 |
4649 |
Grace Harlowe's Junior Year at High School; or, Fast Friends in the Sororities (version 2) |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General |
<p>In "Grace Harlowe's Junior Year at High School"; Or, "Fast Friends in the Sororities," the girl chums will appear as members of a High School sorority. Here the reader will make the acquaintance of Eleanor Savell, a clever but exceedingly wilful girl, whose advent in Oakdale High School brings about a series of happenings that make the story one of absorbing interest. The doings of a rival sorority, organized by Eleanor, the contest for dramatic honors between Eleanor and Anne Pierson and the mischievous plot against the latter originated by the former and frustrated by Grace Harlowe, are among the features that will hold the attention and cement the reader's friendship for the girl chums. (Introduction by Jessie Graham Flower)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-junior-year-at-high-school-or-fast-friends-in-the-sororities-version-2-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
p in grace harlowe s junior year high school or fast friends sororities girl chums appear members high school sorority reader make acquaintance eleanor savell clever exceedingly wilful girl whose advent oakdale high school brings series happenings make story one absorbing interest doings rival sorority organized eleanor contest dramatic honors eleanor anne pierson mischievous plot latter originated former frustrated grace harlowe among features hold attention cement reader s friendship girl chums introduction jessie graham flower p |
| 4214 |
4186 |
4650 |
Plastic Age |
Percy Marks |
General Fiction |
<p>The Plastic Age (1924) is a novel by Percy Marks, which tells the story of co-eds at a fictional college called Sanford. With contents that covered or implied hazing, partying, and "petting", the book sold well enough to be the second best-selling novel of 1924. The following year, it was adapted into a film of the same name, starring Clara Bow. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-plastic-age-by-percy-marks/ |
p the plastic age 1924 novel percy marks tells story co eds fictional college called sanford contents covered implied hazing partying petting book sold well enough second best selling novel 1924 following year adapted film name starring clara bow introduction wikipedia p |
| 4215 |
4187 |
4651 |
Web of the Golden Spider |
Frederick O. Bartlett |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The Web of the Golden Spider is a tale of mystery, intrigue and adventure that begins in the city, progresses to a mutinous open sea voyage, eventually leading to the remotest areas on the slopes of the Andes of South America. Wilson, our hero, finds himself in the midst of a battle between a deposed queen and revolutionists who have banded together in an effort to bring their country together as a republic. Wilson, although torn between helping mercenaries, freedom fighters and revolutionaries, is more concerned with the rescuing of the girl he has fallen in love with, but who has been snatched from him by a mysterious priest. That, and the finding of the famed treasure of El Dorado rumored to have been buried beneath Lake Guadiva. (Introduction by Roger Melin.)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-web-of-the-golden-spider-by-frederick-o-bartlett/ |
p the web golden spider tale mystery intrigue adventure begins city progresses mutinous open sea voyage eventually leading remotest areas slopes andes south america wilson hero finds midst battle deposed queen revolutionists banded together effort bring country together republic wilson although torn helping mercenaries freedom fighters revolutionaries concerned rescuing girl fallen love with snatched mysterious priest that finding famed treasure el dorado rumored buried beneath lake guadiva introduction roger melin p |
| 4216 |
4188 |
4652 |
Maria Stuart - Trauerspiel |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Maria Stuart ist ein Drama von Friedrich von Schiller. Maria Stuart gilt als eines der klassischen Dramen Schillers. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/maria-stuart-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
maria stuart ist ein drama von friedrich von schiller maria stuart gilt als eines der klassischen dramen schillers zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4217 |
4190 |
4654 |
Höhlenkinder – Im Steinhaus |
Alois Theodor Sonnleitner |
Action & Adventure |
Die Höhlenkinder ist eine Jugendbuch-Triologie von Alois Theodor Sonnleitner. Die beiden Waisen Eva und Peter werden in einem entlegenen Gebirgstal von der Aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen, wie Urmenschen zu überleben. Anhand der Beschreibung des Lebenslaufs der beiden Kinder lässt Sonnleitner die Entwicklungsgeschichte der Menschheit von der Steinzeit über die Bronzezeit bis zur Eisenzeit an dem jugendlichen Leser im Zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen.\nDies ist der dritte Band der Trilogie, in dem Eva und Peter in eine Bärenhöhle und ein Steinhaus umziehen und Eltern werden. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Sonja)</p>\n\nErster Band: <a href="http://librivox.org/die-hoehlenkinder-im-heimlichen-grund-by-alois-theodor-sonnleitner/">Die Höhlenkinder - Im heimlichen Grund</a>\nZweiter Band: <a href="http://librivox.org/die-hoehlenkinder-im-pfahlbau-by-alois-theodor-sonnleitner/">Die Höhlenkinder - Im Pfahlbau</a></p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/die-hoehlenkinder-im-steinhaus-by-alois-theodor-sonnleitner/ |
die höhlenkinder ist eine jugendbuch triologie von alois theodor sonnleitner die beiden waisen eva und peter werden einem entlegenen gebirgstal von der aussenwelt abgeschnitten und lernen wie urmenschen zu überleben anhand der beschreibung des lebenslaufs der beiden kinder lässt sonnleitner die entwicklungsgeschichte der menschheit von der steinzeit über die bronzezeit bis zur eisenzeit dem jugendlichen leser im zeitraffertempo vorüberziehen dies ist der dritte band der trilogie dem eva und peter eine bärenhöhle und ein steinhaus umziehen und eltern werden zusammenfassung von wikipedia und sonja p erster band a href http librivox org die hoehlenkinder im heimlichen grund by alois theodor sonnleitner die höhlenkinder im heimlichen grund a zweiter band a href http librivox org die hoehlenkinder im pfahlbau by alois theodor sonnleitner die höhlenkinder im pfahlbau a p |
| 4218 |
4191 |
4655 |
Art of Public Speaking |
Dale Carnegie |
Self-Help |
The Art of Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie and Joseph B. Esenwein is a manual for people who have to speak in public, and it is still in use today. Whether the occasion in question is sharing travel experiences with friends, a toast for newly-weds, or a public debate, the tips and tricks collected in this book will come handy anywhere.<br><br>\n\nThe book describes how to make effective use of one's voice and gestures, how to gain and convey confidence in front of a large audience, and which methods to use to convert the listeners to one's own cause. Each chapter contains examples and a list of practice exercises. The last 15 sections are real speeches by famous men to function as a study aid. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-public-speaking-by-dale-carnegie-and-joseph-b-esenwein/ |
art public speaking dale carnegie joseph b esenwein manual people speak public still use today whether occasion question sharing travel experiences friends toast newly weds public debate tips tricks collected book come handy anywhere br br book describes make effective use one s voice gestures gain convey confidence front large audience methods use convert listeners one s cause chapter contains examples list practice exercises last 15 sections real speeches famous men function study aid summary availle p |
| 4219 |
4192 |
4656 |
Maria, or the Wrongs of Woman |
Mary Wollstonecraft |
General Fiction |
<p>Maria: or, The Wrongs of Woman is Mary Wollstonecraft's unfinished novelistic sequel to her revolutionary political treatise A Vindication of the Rights of Woman. It was published posthumously in 1798 by her husband, William Godwin. Maria revolves around the story of a woman imprisoned in an insane asylum by her husband, and focuses on the societal rather than the individual "wrongs of woman". Publicised at the same time as Wollstonecraft's memoirs, both were considered scandalous. Not until the 20th century was the novel considered an important historical and feminist work. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/maria-or-the-wrongs-of-woman-by-mary-wollstonecraft/ |
p maria or wrongs woman mary wollstonecraft s unfinished novelistic sequel revolutionary political treatise vindication rights woman published posthumously 1798 husband william godwin maria revolves around story woman imprisoned insane asylum husband focuses societal rather individual wrongs woman publicised time wollstonecraft s memoirs considered scandalous 20th century novel considered important historical feminist work summary wikipedia p |
| 4220 |
4193 |
4657 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 041 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-041-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4221 |
4194 |
4658 |
Selected Short Stories. |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
A miscellaneous collection of short stories, not featuring any of Wodehouse's regular characters, most concern love and romance and, being Wodehouse, all are amusing.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-short-stories-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
miscellaneous collection short stories featuring wodehouse s regular characters concern love romance and wodehouse amusing summary wikipedia p |
| 4222 |
4195 |
4659 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 01: Genesis |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
La Versión Reina-Valera Antigua fue traducida y publicada originalmente en 1569 por Casiodoro de Reina, después de doce años de intenso trabajo, y mas tarde publicada en 1602 con la revisión de Cipriano de Valera, quien dedicó mas de veinte años de su vida a esta revisión. (Introducción por Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/genesis-reina-valera-version/ |
la versión reina valera antigua fue traducida publicada originalmente en 1569 por casiodoro de reina después de doce años de intenso trabajo mas tarde publicada en 1602 con la revisión de cipriano de valera quien dedicó mas de veinte años de su vida esta revisión introducción por wikipedia p |
| 4223 |
4196 |
4660 |
Bible (YLT) 15: Ezra |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>This book describes the return of Israelites from exile in Babylon. One group returns to rebuild the Temple and restore the worship of The LORD, while the second group, led by the priest and scribe Ezra, returns to re-establish Mosaic law to the Israelite community. The Books of Ezra and Nehemiah were once considered one book. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)</P> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/ezra-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p this book describes return israelites exile babylon one group returns rebuild temple restore worship lord second group led priest scribe ezra returns re establish mosaic law israelite community books ezra nehemiah considered one book introduction mark penfold p |
| 4224 |
4200 |
4664 |
Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860-69 |
Edward Whymper |
Sports & Recreation, Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Scrambles Amongst the Alps is one the great classics (some would say the greatest) of early mountaineering literature, and Edward Whymper (1840-1911) one of the leading figures of the early years of Alpine climbing. He is best known, of course, for his many attempts on the Matterhorn, and for the loss of four members of his climbing party after the successful first ascent of the peak in July, 1865. Although the Matterhorn stands in ways in the center of his book, there are descriptions of many other ascents as well, in the Alps of France and Italy, as well as those of Switzerland. His book, incidentally, has many of his drawings in it (he was originally an illustrator by profession), and listeners might wish to call up the .pdf file from which it is read, to have the benefit of the illustrations. (Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/scrambles-amongst-the-alps-in-the-years-1860-69-by-edward-whymper/ |
scrambles amongst alps one great classics some would say greatest early mountaineering literature edward whymper 1840 1911 one leading figures early years alpine climbing best known course many attempts matterhorn loss four members climbing party successful first ascent peak july 1865 although matterhorn stands ways center book descriptions many ascents well alps france italy well switzerland book incidentally many drawings he originally illustrator profession listeners might wish call pdf file read benefit illustrations introduction nicholas clifford p |
| 4225 |
4201 |
4665 |
Judenbuche (Version 2) |
Annette von Droste-Hülshoff |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"Die Judenbuche – Ein Sittengemälde aus dem gebirgichten Westfalen" ist eine Novelle von Annette von Droste-Hülshoff, die erstmals 1842 im Cotta'schen Morgenblatt für gebildete Leser erschien. Sie behandelt ein Verbrechen und vor allem dessen Vor- und Nachgeschichte und spielt in dem entlegenen westfälischen "Dorf B." in einem deutschen Kleinstaat des 18. Jahrhunderts, vor den Umwälzungen, die die Französische Revolution für Europa mit sich brachte. Das Stück wird außerdem als Milieustudie und Kriminalgeschichte verstanden. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/die-judenbuche-by-annette-von-droste-hulshoff-2/ |
die judenbuche ein sittengemälde aus dem gebirgichten westfalen ist eine novelle von annette von droste hülshoff die erstmals 1842 im cotta schen morgenblatt für gebildete leser erschien sie behandelt ein verbrechen und vor allem dessen vor und nachgeschichte und spielt dem entlegenen westfälischen dorf b einem deutschen kleinstaat des 18 jahrhunderts vor den umwälzungen die die französische revolution für europa mit sich brachte das stück wird außerdem als milieustudie und kriminalgeschichte verstanden zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4226 |
4202 |
4666 |
Stechlin |
Theodor Fontane |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"Der Stechlin" ist Fontanes letzter großer Roman. Die Handlung rankt sich um das uralte märkische Adelsgeschlecht derer von Stechlin, die am gleichnamigen Stechlinsee im Ruppiner Land ihren Sitz haben. Der Autor selbst sagte ironisch, in dem Roman geschehe nicht viel. Tatsächlich liegt das Gewicht des Romans nicht auf der Handlung, sondern auf den vielfältigen Dialogen, welche die gesellschaftliche Wirklichkeit zur Wende vom 19. auf das 20. Jahrhundert offenbaren. (Zusammenfassung nach Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/der-stechlin-by-theodor-fontane/ |
der stechlin ist fontanes letzter großer roman die handlung rankt sich um das uralte märkische adelsgeschlecht derer von stechlin die gleichnamigen stechlinsee im ruppiner land ihren sitz haben der autor selbst sagte ironisch dem roman geschehe nicht viel tatsächlich liegt das gewicht des romans nicht auf der handlung sondern auf den vielfältigen dialogen welche die gesellschaftliche wirklichkeit zur wende vom 19 auf das 20 jahrhundert offenbaren zusammenfassung nach wikipedia p |
| 4227 |
4203 |
4667 |
Kitab Adab al-Dunya w'al-Din (The Ethics of Religion and of this World) |
Abu al-Hasan Ali Ibn Muhammad Ibn Habib al-Mawardi |
Political Science, Other religions |
Al-Mawardi (Alboacen) was one of the famous Islamic authors and jurists. He was a well-known man in the “Abbassid” empire—a mature thinker who left a legacy of many excellent books which represent Islamic culture. He lived at a time when the “Abbasid” empire was in highly advanced state, scientifically and culturally. The book is divided into five chapters; the first chapter: ‘Virtue of the Intellect and Censure of Immoral Desires’ is a philosophical look includes Islamic and non-Islamic opinions. It could be considered an introduction to Chapter 4 “Ethics of Life” which is an economic and social context more or less close to Ibn- Khuldoon in his introduction. The second chapter: “Ethics of Knowledge” is devoted to pure Islamic subjects which reflect the views of Muslims thoughout the generations, since lifetime of the Messenger, peace be upon him, up until the author’s days. The third chapter, “Ethics of Religion”, and the fifth, “Ethics of the Spirit”, are a mixture of religious, Islamic points of view and logical concepts that add the fourth dimension to life, which is the metaphysical dimension, that supports the material, social and political aspects of life. (Summary by Youssef Safiljil; Edited by Nicholas19)</p> |
Arabic |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kitab-adab-al-dunya-wal-din-the-ethics-of-religion-and-of-this-world-by-abu-al-hasan-ali-ibn-muhammad-ibn-habib-al-mawardi/ |
al mawardi alboacen one famous islamic authors jurists well known man abbassid empire a mature thinker left legacy many excellent books represent islamic culture lived time abbasid empire highly advanced state scientifically culturally book divided five chapters first chapter virtue intellect censure immoral desires philosophical look includes islamic non islamic opinions could considered introduction chapter 4 ethics life economic social context less close ibn khuldoon introduction second chapter ethics knowledge devoted pure islamic subjects reflect views muslims thoughout generations since lifetime messenger peace upon him author s days third chapter ethics religion fifth ethics spirit mixture religious islamic points view logical concepts add fourth dimension life metaphysical dimension supports material social political aspects life summary youssef safiljil edited nicholas19 p |
| 4228 |
4204 |
4668 |
Mary Stuart |
Friedrich Schiller |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
<p>Schiller's tragedy depicts the final days of Mary, Queen of Scots, who has been imprisoned by her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I, because of her potential claim on the English throne. The action of the play revolves around an attempt to rescue Mary from prison and Elizabeth's indecision over whether or not to have her executed. The 1801 translation is by Joseph Mellish, a friend of Schiller's. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br >\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nQueen Elizabeth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMary Stuart: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nEarl of Leicester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br />\nEarl of Shrewsbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nLord Burleigh: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nEarl of Kent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br />\nSir William Davison / Officer / Melvil: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nSir Amias Paulet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nSir Edward Mortimer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nCount L'Aubespine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nO'Kelly / Burgoyne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br />\nCount Bellievre: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br />\nHannah Kennedy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nMargaret Curl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5608">lavahna</a><br />\nPage: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br />\nFirst Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br />\n<br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /> |
English |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/mary-stuart-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p schiller s tragedy depicts final days mary queen scots imprisoned cousin queen elizabeth i potential claim english throne action play revolves around attempt rescue mary prison elizabeth s indecision whether executed 1801 translation joseph mellish friend schiller s summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br queen elizabeth a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mary stuart a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br earl leicester a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br earl shrewsbury a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br lord burleigh a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br earl kent a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br sir william davison officer melvil a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br sir amias paulet a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br sir edward mortimer a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br count l aubespine a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br o kelly burgoyne a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br count bellievre a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br hannah kennedy a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br margaret curl a href http librivox org reader 5608 lavahna a br page a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br first woman a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4229 |
4205 |
4669 |
Kabale und Liebe - Ein bürgerliches Trauerspiel |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Kabale und Liebe ist ein Drama in fünf Akten von Friedrich Schiller. Das von Schiller als Bürgerliches Trauerspiel bezeichnete Drama zeigt die durch niederträchtige Intrigen (= Kabalen) zerstörte Liebe zwischen dem Adelssohn Ferdinand von Walter und der bürgerlichen Musikertochter Luise Miller.(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/kabale-und-liebe-ein-burgerliches-trauerspiel-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
kabale und liebe ist ein drama fünf akten von friedrich schiller das von schiller als bürgerliches trauerspiel bezeichnete drama zeigt die durch niederträchtige intrigen kabalen zerstörte liebe zwischen dem adelssohn ferdinand von walter und der bürgerlichen musikertochter luise miller zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4230 |
5685 |
6240 |
Rivals of Sherlock Holmes, Vol. 2 |
Various |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes was a British TV series from the early 70s that dramatized stories written contemporaneously with the Sherlock Holmes stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This anthology contains stories adapted as episodes for the second season. (Summary by Nullifidian) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-rivals-of-sherlock-holmes-vol-2-by-various/ |
rivals sherlock holmes british tv series early 70s dramatized stories written contemporaneously sherlock holmes stories sir arthur conan doyle anthology contains stories adapted episodes second season summary nullifidian p |
| 4231 |
4206 |
4670 |
Inventions of the Idiot (dramatic reading) |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction |
<p>"It was before the Idiot's marriage, and in the days when he was nothing more than a plain boarder in Mrs. Smithers-Pedagog's High-class Home for Single Gentlemen, that he put what the School-master termed his "alleged mind" on plans for the amelioration of the condition of the civilized." This humorous story by the editor of Puck magazine describes how the Idiot sets out to improve the lot of civilized man through his inventions - the lot of barbarian man already being well tended to by missionaries and other do-gooders. (Introduction by peac)<p>\n\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3242">peac</a><br>\nThe Idiot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nMrs. Smithers Pedagog: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMr. Pedagog (aka The Schoolmaster): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5648">Adam Bratcher</a><br>\nThe Doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5676">Raken</a><br>\nBibliomaniac: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr. Poet:<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>\nMr. Whitechoker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>\nThe Genial Old Gentleman who sometimes imbibed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-inventions-of-the-idiot-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
p it idiot s marriage days nothing plain boarder mrs smithers pedagog s high class home single gentlemen put school master termed alleged mind plans amelioration condition civilized humorous story editor puck magazine describes idiot sets improve lot civilized man inventions lot barbarian man already well tended missionaries do gooders introduction peac p b cast b br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3242 peac a br idiot a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mrs smithers pedagog a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr pedagog aka schoolmaster a href http librivox org reader 5648 adam bratcher a br doctor a href http librivox org reader 5676 raken a br bibliomaniac a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr poet a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br mr whitechoker a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br genial old gentleman sometimes imbibed a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br |
| 4232 |
4207 |
4671 |
Sara Crewe: or, What Happened at Miss Minchin’s Boarding School (version 2) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, School |
Sara Crewe, an exceptionally intelligent and imaginative student at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies, is devastated when her adored, indulgent father dies. (Summary by AngelFirePixie)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/sara-crewe-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-version-2/ |
sara crewe exceptionally intelligent imaginative student miss minchin s select seminary young ladies devastated adored indulgent father dies summary angelfirepixie p |
| 4233 |
4208 |
4672 |
Life in the Iron Mills |
Rebecca Harding Davis |
General Fiction |
<p>This 1861 novella was the first published work by Rebecca Harding Davis: writer, social reformer, and pioneer of literary realism. It tells the story of Hugh Wolfe, a Welsh laborer in an iron mill who is also a talented sculptor, and of Deborah, the hunchbacked woman who unrequitedly loves him. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-the-iron-mills-by-rebecca-harding-davis/ |
p this 1861 novella first published work rebecca harding davis writer social reformer pioneer literary realism tells story hugh wolfe welsh laborer iron mill also talented sculptor deborah hunchbacked woman unrequitedly loves him summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4234 |
4209 |
4673 |
Twenty Years at Hull House |
Jane Addams |
Political Science, Memoirs |
<p> Jane Addams was the first American woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. In a long, complex career, she was a pioneer settlement worker and founder of Hull-House in Chicago, public philosopher (the first American woman in that role), author, and leader in woman suffrage and world peace. She was the most prominent woman of the Progressive Era and helped turn the nation to issues of concern to mothers, such as the needs of children, public health and world peace. She emphasized that women have a special responsibility to clean up their communities and make them better places to live, arguing they needed the vote to be effective. Addams became a role model for middle-class women who volunteered to uplift their communities. This recording of her memoir Twenty Years at Hull-House commemorates the 100th anniversary of its publication, the 150th anniversary of Addams' birth, and was released on December 10th, the anniversary of Addams receiving her Nobel Prize. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-years-at-hull-house-by-jane-addams/ |
p jane addams first american woman awarded nobel peace prize long complex career pioneer settlement worker founder hull house chicago public philosopher the first american woman role author leader woman suffrage world peace prominent woman progressive era helped turn nation issues concern mothers needs children public health world peace emphasized women special responsibility clean communities make better places live arguing needed vote effective addams became role model middle class women volunteered uplift communities recording memoir twenty years hull house commemorates 100th anniversary publication 150th anniversary addams birth released december 10th anniversary addams receiving nobel prize summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p |
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Büchse der Pandora |
Frank Wedekind |
Tragedy |
Die Büchse der Pandora ist eine Tragödie in drei Aufzügen von Frank Wedekind. Sie ist die Fortsetzung von Wedekinds Tragödie Erdgeist. Beide Stücke wurden von Wedekind später als Bühnenfassung in einem Stück mit dem Titel Lulu. Tragödie in 5 Aufzügen mit einem Prolog zusammengefasst. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br/>\n<br/>\nDie Rollen:<br/>\n<br/>\nProlog:<br/>\nDer normale Leser: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br/>\nDer rührige Verleger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br/>\nDer verschämte Autor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7270">Seepferdchen</a><br/>\nDer hohe Staatsanwalt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br/>\n<br/>\nLulu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">P. J. Morgan</a><br/>\nAlwa Schön: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br/>\nRodrigo Quast: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br/>\nSchigolch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br/>\nAlfred Hugenberg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5632">Birgit</a><br/>\nDie Gräfin Geschwitz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6507">Ramona Deininger-Schnabel</a><br/>\nGraf Casti-Piani: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br/>\nBankier Puntschu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br/>\nJournalist Heilmann: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7270">Seepferdchen</a><br/>\nMadelaine de Marelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br/>\nKadéga di Santa Croce, ihre Tochter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br/>\nBianetta Gazil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br/>\nLudmilla Steinherz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br/>\nBob, Liftjunge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br/>\nEin Polizeikommissär: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br/>\nKungu Poti: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br/>\nDr. Hilti: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br/>\nJack: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br/>\n<br/>\nAudioschnitt: mahne und rapunzelina<br/> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/die-buechse-der-pandora-by-frank-wedekind/ |
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Erdgeist |
Frank Wedekind |
Tragedy |
Erdgeist ist eine 1895 publizierte Tragödie in vier Aufzügen von Frank Wedekind. Uraufgeführt wurde sie am 25. Februar 1898 im Leipziger Krystallpalast vom neu gegründeten Ibsen-Theater, wobei der Autor den „Dr. Schön“ verkörperte. Die Fortsetzung von Erdgeist bildet Wedekinds Tragödie Die Büchse der Pandora von 1902. Beide Stücke wurden von Wedekind später als Bühnenfassung in einem Stück mit dem Titel Lulu. Tragödie in 5 Aufzügen mit einem Prolog zusammengefasst. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) \n<br><br><strong>Die Rollen</strong>:<br>\nDr. Goll: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br>\nDr. Schön: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>\nAlwa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nSchwarz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>\nPrinz Escerny, Tierbändiger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6507">Ramona Deininger-Schnabel</a><br>\nSchigolch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nRodrigo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>\nHugenberg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5632">Birgit</a><br>\nEscherich: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nLulu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br>\nGräfin Geschwitz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4512">Caroline Sophie</a><br>\nFerdinand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>\nHenriette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>\nErzähler (Prolog): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nErzähler (Aufzüge): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\n<br>Audioschnitt: Rapunzelina<br><br> |
German |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/erdgeist-by-frank-wedekind/ |
erdgeist ist eine 1895 publizierte tragödie vier aufzügen von frank wedekind uraufgeführt wurde sie 25 februar 1898 im leipziger krystallpalast vom neu gegründeten ibsen theater wobei der autor den dr schön verkörperte die fortsetzung von erdgeist bildet wedekinds tragödie die büchse der pandora von 1902 beide stücke wurden von wedekind später als bühnenfassung einem stück mit dem titel lulu tragödie 5 aufzügen mit einem prolog zusammengefasst zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br strong die rollen strong br dr goll a href https librivox org reader 5764 herman roskams a br dr schön a href https librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br alwa a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br schwarz a href https librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br prinz escerny tierbändiger a href https librivox org reader 6507 ramona deininger schnabel a br schigolch a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br rodrigo a href https librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br hugenberg a href https librivox org reader 5632 birgit a br escherich a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br lulu a href https librivox org reader 5265 susanna a br gräfin geschwitz a href https librivox org reader 4512 caroline sophie a br ferdinand a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br henriette a href https librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br erzähler prolog a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br erzähler aufzüge a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br br audioschnitt rapunzelina br br |
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Sovereignty of God |
Arthur Pink |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
In the following pages an attempt has been made to examine anew in the light of God's Word some of the profoundest questions which can engage the human mind. (Summary by Arthur Pink)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-sovereignty-of-god-by-arthur-pink/ |
following pages attempt made examine anew light god s word profoundest questions engage human mind summary arthur pink p |
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Our Mutual Friend, Version 3 |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Our Mutual Friend, the last novel completed by Charles Dickens, has many plots, twists and turns, from the murky river Thames to the gold and crystal on the tables of ‘Society’. A tale of murder, treachery, jealousy and love, takes us first to a rowing boat on the Thames, where the Hexhams have found a body in the water and are bringing it to shore. We attend the Boffins, a poor naïve couple, who unexpectedly have just become wealthy, after their employer dies and names them in his will. Silas Wegg becomes their ‘literary man’ and John Rokesmith, a mysterious man, becomes their secretary. We meet the Veneerings, new to society, who hold elaborate dinner parties for ‘dear friends’ they’ve never met. Bella and Lizzie, each from different walks of life, find love from unexpected quarters. The Lammles, a society couple, become match makers for their own ulterior motives. Two ne’er do well lawyers, Mortimer Lightwood and Eugene Wrayburn, find themselves caught up in intrigue, and learn how dangerous their work can be. Riderhood, a devious individual, finds himself in a dark plot with school teacher Bradley Headstone. Betty Higden, a loyal elderly woman, whose independence and love are so inspiring, our hearts go out to her. Dickens weaves together some of his most colorful and oft times hilarious characters so cleverly, that even up to the end of the story, surprises are afoot. (Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/our-mutual-friend-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
mutual friend last novel completed charles dickens many plots twists turns murky river thames gold crystal tables society tale murder treachery jealousy love takes us first rowing boat thames hexhams found body water bringing shore attend boffins poor naïve couple unexpectedly become wealthy employer dies names will silas wegg becomes literary man john rokesmith mysterious man becomes secretary meet veneerings new society hold elaborate dinner parties dear friends they ve never met bella lizzie different walks life find love unexpected quarters lammles society couple become match makers ulterior motives two ne er well lawyers mortimer lightwood eugene wrayburn find caught intrigue learn dangerous work be riderhood devious individual finds dark plot school teacher bradley headstone betty higden loyal elderly woman whose independence love inspiring hearts go her dickens weaves together colorful oft times hilarious characters cleverly even end story surprises afoot summary mil nicholson p |
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White Fang (Version 2) |
Jack London |
General Fiction |
<p>When White Fang is birthed in a cave to a wolf sire and a wolf/dog halfbreed dam, he is heir to two traditions. At first he is content to explore and learn laws of the Wild. But then his mother is caught and held by old memories of a past relationship with Man, and White Fang follows her into service with the Indians. Life among sled dogs is hardly less cruel and dangerous than living in the Wild, but brutality notches upward when his drunken master sells him to a nasty, twisted hanger-on at a riverside town of white men. He is stripped of everything soft and gentle when forced to fight to the death for a crowd of bettors.<br><br>Taming this savage spirit and reclaiming the nobility within looks impossible. Fortunately, and heart-warmingly, a man arrives in White Fang's life to try.<br><br>"White Fang" is often called the mirror image of Jack London's acclaimed "The Call of the Wild" in which a dog follows the reverse arc from tame to free. (summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/white-fang-by-jack-london-librivox-version-2/ |
p when white fang birthed cave wolf sire wolf dog halfbreed dam heir two traditions first content explore learn laws wild mother caught held old memories past relationship man white fang follows service indians life among sled dogs hardly less cruel dangerous living wild brutality notches upward drunken master sells nasty twisted hanger on riverside town white men stripped everything soft gentle forced fight death crowd bettors br br taming savage spirit reclaiming nobility within looks impossible fortunately heart warmingly man arrives white fang s life try br br white fang often called mirror image jack london s acclaimed the call wild dog follows reverse arc tame free summary mark p |
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Bible (KJV) 22: Song of Solomon |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>Also known as <i>Song of Songs</i>, <i>Solomon's Song of Songs</i>, or as <i>Canticles</i>. The protagonists of the Song of Songs are a woman (identified in one verse as "the Shulamite") and a man, and the poem suggests movement from courtship to consummation. Additionally, the Song includes a chorus, the "daughters of Jerusalem."<br/><br/>\nIn spite of the lack of explicitly religious content, the Song is often interpreted as an allegorical representation of the relationship of God and Israel, or for Christians, God and the Church or Christ and the human soul, as husband and wife. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\nReaders:<br>Beloved: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>Lover: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Friends: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a></p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-solomon-king-james-version/ |
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Fourteen Months in American Bastiles |
Francis Key Howard |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
<p>Francis Key Howard recounts in this book his life as a political prisoner of the United States. He points out that he was held captive at the same location where his grandfather was inspired to write the national anthem about the "land of the free," which makes a very stunning contrast. The sufferings that were imposed on him by the Union forces had the effect of solidifying his determination to resist unjust governmental dictates. (Introduction by Katie Riley)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/fourteen-months-in-american-bastiles-by-francis-key-howard/ |
p francis key howard recounts book life political prisoner united states points held captive location grandfather inspired write national anthem land free makes stunning contrast sufferings imposed union forces effect solidifying determination resist unjust governmental dictates introduction katie riley p |
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4680 |
Best Way to Read a Book |
Edgar A. Guest |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Best Way to Read a Book by Edgar A. Guest. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 12th, 2010.</p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/best-way-to-read-a-book-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings best way read book edgar a guest fortnightly poetry project september 12th 2010 p |
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4681 |
Oscar Wilde: Art and Morality |
Stuart Mason |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>“Who can help laughing when an ordinary journalist seriously proposes to limit the subject-matter at the disposal of the artist?”<br><br>“We are dominated by journalism.... Journalism governs for ever and ever.”[/i]<br><br>One of the nastiest of the British tabloids was founded a year too late to join in the moral panic generated to accompany Oscar Wilde’s court appearances in 1895. Yet there was no shortage of hypocritical journalists posing as moral arbiters to the nation, then as now.<br><br>This compendium work - skilfully assembled by the editor, Stuart Mason - ends with transcript of Wilde’s first appearance in the Old Bailey, when he was cross-examined on the alleged immorality of his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray. The disastrous outcome of these trials provides an ironic conclusion to the earlier knockabout exchanges between Oscar and his reviewers. In these he is at his flamboyant best, revelling in the publicity he pretends to disdain. His brave performances in the dock did nothing, however, to save him from hard labour, the treadmill and complete physical and moral breakdown which the law found it necessary to inflict on him.<br><br>In contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two refreshingly open-minded Americans write perceptively about the novel, as does Walter Pater, the grand old man of Aestheticism.<br><br>This solo Librivox project complements a new dramatised reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, currently in preparation, featuring the present reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-art-and-morality-edited-by-stuart-mason/ |
p who help laughing ordinary journalist seriously proposes limit subject matter disposal artist br br we dominated journalism journalism governs ever ever i br br one nastiest british tabloids founded year late join moral panic generated accompany oscar wilde s court appearances 1895 yet shortage hypocritical journalists posing moral arbiters nation now br br this compendium work skilfully assembled editor stuart mason ends transcript wilde s first appearance old bailey cross examined alleged immorality novel picture dorian gray disastrous outcome trials provides ironic conclusion earlier knockabout exchanges oscar reviewers flamboyant best revelling publicity pretends disdain brave performances dock nothing however save hard labour treadmill complete physical moral breakdown law found necessary inflict him br br in contrast hacks lawyers two refreshingly open minded americans write perceptively novel walter pater grand old man aestheticism br br this solo librivox project complements new dramatised reading picture dorian gray currently preparation featuring present reader narrator introduction martin geeson p |
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4682 |
Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Volume 03 |
United Nations |
*Non-fiction, Contemporary |
<p>A collection of readings in the readers language of choice<p> |
Multilingual |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/universal-declaration-of-human-rights-volume-03-by-united-nations/ |
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4683 |
House of a Thousand Candles (version 2) |
Meredith Nicholson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A reputedly wealthy and eccentric old man dies in Vermont. His home, the House of a Thousand Candles, so called for the owner's preference to candle light, is left empty save a faithful servant -- his fortune mysteriously vanished, though rumored to still have been hidden in the house somewhere. John Glenarm, the late old man's grandson, stands to inherit the estate (and so the secret fortune) under the stipulation that he live in the house for one year. If he fails, the house will be forfeited and awarded to Marian Devereaux, the niece of the nun who operates the nearby Saint Agatha's School for girls. Mister Pickering, the executor of the estate and childhood rival of John's, decides to find the hidden treasure before young Glenarm does.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-a-thousand-candles-version-2-by-meredith-nicholson/ |
reputedly wealthy eccentric old man dies vermont home house thousand candles called owner s preference candle light left empty save faithful servant fortune mysteriously vanished though rumored still hidden house somewhere john glenarm late old man s grandson stands inherit estate and secret fortune stipulation live house one year fails house forfeited awarded marian devereaux niece nun operates nearby saint agatha s school girls mister pickering executor estate childhood rival john s decides find hidden treasure young glenarm does p |
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Canada's Hundred Days: With the Canadian Corps from Amiens to Mons, Aug. 8 - Nov. 11, 1918. Part 4, Valenciennes to Mons |
John Frederick Bligh Livesay |
War & Military |
This is Part Four of the incredible story of the actions of the men and women of the Canadian Expeditionary Force, Canada's contribution to the Great War 1914-1919, during the last 100 days of the First World War.<br><br>After nearly 4 years of stalemate (trench warfare) the Allied Forces planned to break through the German Hindenburg Line and then push the enemy from their defensive positions.<br><br>You will follow the CEF as they take Amiens (Part I), Arras (Part II), Cambrai (Part III) and then the pursuit of the German Forces from Valenciennes to Mons (Part IV) in Belgium, the same place where the war began on August 4, 1914 on November 11, 1918. (Summary by Richard Laughton.)<BR><BR>\nProof-Listeners: David Lawrence; Betty M.; Sarah Jennings.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/canadas-hundred-days-part-four-by-john-livesay/ |
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Silver Wedding |
John Godfrey Saxe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Silver Wedding by John Godfrey Saxe. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 12th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-wedding-by-john-godfrey-saxe/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings silver wedding john godfrey saxe weekly poetry project september 12th 2010 p |
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4686 |
Passing |
Nella Larsen |
General Fiction |
Nella Larsen, a novelist of the Harlem Renaissance, wrote two brilliant novels that interrogated issues of gender and race. In Passing, her second novel published in 1929, she examines the troubled friendship between two mixed-race women who can pass as white. One, Irene Redfield, marries a black man and lives in Harlem, while the other, Clare Kendry, marries a bigoted white man. Clare re-enters Irene's life after an absence of many years, and stirs up painful questions about identity. (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/passing-by-nella-larsen/ |
nella larsen novelist harlem renaissance wrote two brilliant novels interrogated issues gender race passing second novel published 1929 examines troubled friendship two mixed race women pass white one irene redfield marries black man lives harlem other clare kendry marries bigoted white man clare re enters irene s life absence many years stirs painful questions identity introduction elizabeth klett p |
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Mysterious Forces of Civilization |
Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás |
Political Science, Other religions |
The Mysterious Forces of Civilization (Persian: Risálih-i-Madaníyyih) is a work written before 1875 by ‘Abbás Effendí, known as ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (the Servant of Bahá) (1844-1921). The Persian text was first lithographed in Bombay in 1882 and printed in Cairo in 1911. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was the eldest son and appointed successor of Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith. The original text of this work was written and published anonymously, and the first English translation (by Johanna Dawud) was published in London in 1910 and Chicago in 1918, under the title ‘Mysterious Forces of Civilization’ written by "an Eminent Bahai Philosopher." This audiobook is based on the 1918 edition. Another translation was completed by Marzieh Gail and published in 1957, with an introduction by Horace Holley. The title was re-translated as “The Secret of Divine Civilization”. The book was widely known in its time as an attempt to improve the degraded condition of Persia (Iran). The author frequently references current issues that were being debated, such as whether to modernize and accept Western technology, or to reject Western culture and rely on technology developed in Persia and the Islamic world. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-forces-of-civilization-by-abdul-baha-abbas/ |
mysterious forces civilization persian risálih i madaníyyih work written 1875 abbás effendí known abdu l bahá the servant bahá 1844 1921 persian text first lithographed bombay 1882 printed cairo 1911 abdu l bahá eldest son appointed successor bahá u lláh founder bahá í faith original text work written published anonymously first english translation by johanna dawud published london 1910 chicago 1918 title mysterious forces civilization written an eminent bahai philosopher audiobook based 1918 edition another translation completed marzieh gail published 1957 introduction horace holley title re translated the secret divine civilization book widely known time attempt improve degraded condition persia iran author frequently references current issues debated whether modernize accept western technology reject western culture rely technology developed persia islamic world summary adapted wikipedia p |
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4688 |
Jesus of Nazareth, A Biography |
John Mark |
King James Version |
<p>"Jesus of Nazareth, a Biography, by John Mark," recognizes the author of the second Gospel as that "John, whose surname was Mark" (Acts 15:37), whom Barnabas chose as companion when he sailed for Cyprus on his second missionary journey. In making use of the new title, the plan of the Editor is to present "The Gospel: According to Mark" as it would be printed were it written in the twentieth rather than the first century. (Introduction from Forward, by D. Appleton & Co, Publishers, 1922)\n</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/jesus-of-nazareth-a-biography-by-john-mark/ |
p jesus nazareth biography john mark recognizes author second gospel john whose surname mark acts 15 37 barnabas chose companion sailed cyprus second missionary journey making use new title plan editor present the gospel according mark would printed written twentieth rather first century introduction forward d appleton co publishers 1922 p |
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4265 |
4733 |
Posterior Analytics |
Aristotle |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Ancient |
Posterior Analytics is the fourth of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon ("Instrument"). Posterior Analytics deals with demonstration, definition, and scientific knowledge. Demonstration is distinguished as a syllogism productive of scientific knowledge, while Definition is marked as the statement of a thing's nature, a statement of the meaning of the name, or of an equivalent nominal formula. (Introduction adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/posterior-analytics-by-aristotle/ |
posterior analytics fourth aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon instrument posterior analytics deals demonstration definition scientific knowledge demonstration distinguished syllogism productive scientific knowledge definition marked statement thing s nature statement meaning name equivalent nominal formula introduction adapted wikipedia p |
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4225 |
4689 |
Lara, A Tale |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Ballads |
<p>This powerful poem narrates the fateful return of Count Lara to the British Isles after spending years abroad traveling the orient.</p>\n\nReturning to his patrimony with a retinue consisting of one foreign-born page, Count Lara resumes the management of his landed estates. Lara's first efforts are crowned with success: only to be undermined by the jealousy and envy of his his peers. After a successful duel to defend his honour, the count becomes inexorably caught up in local blood-feuds; which quickly escalate to open warfare between his own followers and the private armies of his enemies.</p>\n\n- Count Lara remains a bold and skillful leader: is he strong enough to triumph yet over adverse fortune?</p>\n\n- And what is the secret of his mysterious foreign page: who left kindred and homeland behind in order to follow Count Lara to the uttermost ends of the earth?\n\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/lara-a-tale-by-lord-george-gordon-byron/ |
p this powerful poem narrates fateful return count lara british isles spending years abroad traveling orient p returning patrimony retinue consisting one foreign born page count lara resumes management landed estates lara s first efforts crowned success undermined jealousy envy peers successful duel defend honour count becomes inexorably caught local blood feuds quickly escalate open warfare followers private armies enemies p count lara remains bold skillful leader strong enough triumph yet adverse fortune p secret mysterious foreign page left kindred homeland behind order follow count lara uttermost ends earth introduction godsend p |
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4690 |
Verschwörung des Fiesco zu Genua |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Die Verschwörung des Fiesco zu Genua ist das zweite vollendete Drama Friedrich von Schillers. Er begann das Stück, das sich an die historische Verschwörung des Giovanni Luigi de Fieschi gegen Andrea Doria in Genua des Frühjahrs 1547 anlehnt, nach der Premiere seines Stücks Die Räuber 1782. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) <br /><br />Sektion 00 - Vorrede - Anzeige der Buehnenbearbeitung - Erinnerung an das Publikum: Text (1) <br />\nSektionen 01 - 10 - Ein republikanisches Trauerspiel: Text (2)</p> |
German |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/die-verschworung-des-fiesco-zu-genua-ein-republikanisches-trauerspiel-by-friedrich-von-schiller/ |
die verschwörung des fiesco zu genua ist das zweite vollendete drama friedrich von schillers er begann das stück das sich die historische verschwörung des giovanni luigi de fieschi gegen andrea doria genua des frühjahrs 1547 anlehnt nach der premiere seines stücks die räuber 1782 zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br sektion 00 vorrede anzeige der buehnenbearbeitung erinnerung das publikum text 1 br sektionen 01 10 ein republikanisches trauerspiel text 2 p |
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4691 |
Short Poetry Collection 182 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 41 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for July 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-182-by-various/ |
collection 41 poems read english librivox volunteers july 2018 |
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4228 |
4692 |
Fairy of the Snows |
Francis J. Finn |
Family, Religion |
<p>Have you seen a human fairy? Meet Alice Morrow, the dainty fairy of the snows, who will dance her way right into your heart! Get ready to laugh and cry as you follow the antics and trials of the Morrow family, living in early 20th Century Cincinnati. (Introduction by A.E.)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-of-the-snows-by-francis-j-finn/ |
p have seen human fairy meet alice morrow dainty fairy snows dance way right heart get ready laugh cry follow antics trials morrow family living early 20th century cincinnati introduction a e p |
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4229 |
4693 |
Their Yesterdays |
Harold Bell Wright |
General Fiction |
The story of a man and a woman, as they experience The Thirteen Truly Great Things of Life: Dreams, Occupation, Knowledge, Ignorance, Religion, Tradition, Temptation, Life, Death, Failure, Success, Love, and Memories.(Introduction by Megan Kunkel)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/their-yesterdays-by-harold-bell-wright/ |
story man woman experience thirteen truly great things life dreams occupation knowledge ignorance religion tradition temptation life death failure success love memories introduction megan kunkel p |
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4230 |
4694 |
Curtezan Unmasked |
Anonymous |
Religion, Self-Help |
"The Curtezan unmasked or, the Whoredomes of Jezebel Painted to the Life: With Antidotes against them, or Heavenly Julips to cool Men in the Fever of Lust" is a fire-and-brimstone polemic by "A Spiritual Physician" to persuade young men not to succumb to harlotry and its accompanying perils. (Introduction by Denny Sayers)</p> |
English |
1664 |
https://librivox.org/the-curtezan-unmasked-by-anonymous/ |
the curtezan unmasked or whoredomes jezebel painted life antidotes them heavenly julips cool men fever lust fire and brimstone polemic a spiritual physician persuade young men succumb harlotry accompanying perils introduction denny sayers p |
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4231 |
4695 |
Fables de Florian |
Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<em>« Je tâche d'y tourner le vice en ridicule <br/>Ne pouvant l'attaquer avec les bras d'Hercule. »</em> <br/>La Fontaine, Livre V, I <br/><br/> Après La Fontaine : Florian. <br/>(par Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-florian-by-jean-pierre-claris-de-florian-1201/ |
em je tâche d y tourner le vice en ridicule br ne pouvant l attaquer avec les bras d hercule em br la fontaine livre v br br après la fontaine florian br par ezwa p |
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4232 |
4696 |
God and my Neighbour |
Robert Blatchford |
Atheism & Agnosticism |
"I have been asked why I have opposed Christianity. I have several reasons, which shall appear in due course. At present I offer one. <br>\nI oppose Christianity because it is not true.<br>\nNo honest man will ask for any other reason. But it may be asked why I say that Christianity is not true; and that is a very proper question, which I shall do my best to answer." <br><br>Thus states the author in one of the first chapters of this book, and subsequently he lays down his apology, drawing his conclusions from numerous books published by believers and unbelievers alike, and, of course, from the bible itself. (Summary by Availle, with a quote from the book.)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/god-and-my-neighbour-by-robert-blatchford/ |
i asked opposed christianity several reasons shall appear due course present offer one br oppose christianity true br honest man ask reason may asked say christianity true proper question shall best answer br br thus states author one first chapters book subsequently lays apology drawing conclusions numerous books published believers unbelievers alike and course bible itself summary availle quote book p |
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4330 |
4800 |
Robin Hood |
J. Walker McSpadden |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Robin Hood is a heroic outlaw in English folklore. A highly skilled archer and swordsman, he is known for "robbing from the rich and giving to the poor", assisted by a group of fellow outlaws known as his "Merry Men". Traditionally Robin Hood and his men are depicted wearing Lincoln green clothes. The origin of the legend is claimed by some to have stemmed from actual outlaws, or from ballads or tales of outlaws. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/robin-hood-by-j-walker-mcspadden/ |
p robin hood heroic outlaw english folklore highly skilled archer swordsman known robbing rich giving poor assisted group fellow outlaws known merry men traditionally robin hood men depicted wearing lincoln green clothes origin legend claimed stemmed actual outlaws ballads tales outlaws introduction wikipedia p |
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4233 |
4697 |
Bible (ASV) 05: Deuteronomy |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
<p>"Deuteronomy (Greek: Δευτερονόμιον, "second law") or Devarim (Hebrew: דְּבָרִים, literally "things" or "words") is the fifth book of the Hebrew Bible, and the fifth of five books of the Jewish Torah/Pentateuch. A large part of the book consists of five sermons delivered by Moses reviewing the previous forty years of wandering in the wilderness, and the future entering into the Promised Land. Its central element is a detailed law-code by which the Israelites are to live within the Promised Land. Theologically the book constitutes the renewing of the covenant between YHWH, the Jewish God, and the 'Children of Israel.'" <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/deuteronomy-by-american-standard-version-1010/ |
p deuteronomy greek δευτερονόμιον second law devarim hebrew ד ב ר ים literally things words fifth book hebrew bible fifth five books jewish torah pentateuch large part book consists five sermons delivered moses reviewing previous forty years wandering wilderness future entering promised land central element detailed law code israelites live within promised land theologically book constitutes renewing covenant yhwh jewish god children israel br summary wikipedia p |
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4234 |
4698 |
Make Mine Homogenized (Version 2) |
Rick Raphael |
Science Fiction |
Just sixty miles from ground zero in Nevada there lies Circle T Ranch run by Hetty Thompson the owner, Barney Hatfield the farmhand, and Johnny Culpepper the assistant manager. It was just another ordinary ranch until, that is, the two cows and the rooster hit the nuclear jackpot.<br>(Introduction by Jeanie1914)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/make-mine-homogenized-version-2-by-rick-raphael/ |
sixty miles ground zero nevada lies circle ranch run hetty thompson owner barney hatfield farmhand johnny culpepper assistant manager another ordinary ranch until is two cows rooster hit nuclear jackpot br introduction jeanie1914 p |
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4235 |
4699 |
Botchan |
Sōseki Natsume |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Botchan is the story of a young math teacher from Tokyo whose first assignment takes him to a middle school in the country side. His arrival there is not very lucky: The pupils are bound to test his perseverance and cheerily comment every one of his perceived missteps. In the teacher's room, he soon finds himself in the middle of an intrigue between the jovial "Porcupine" and the fat "Hubbard Squash" on one side, and the effeminate "Red Shirt" and his follower "Clown" on the other. Will Botchan choose the right side in the end?\n\nBotchan - with morality as the main theme - is one of the most popular novels in Japan. Sōseki Natsume bases the story on his own experiences as teacher in Matsuyama, his first assignment away from Tokyo. (Summary by Availle)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/botchan-by-soseki-natsume/ |
botchan story young math teacher tokyo whose first assignment takes middle school country side arrival lucky pupils bound test perseverance cheerily comment every one perceived missteps teacher s room soon finds middle intrigue jovial porcupine fat hubbard squash one side effeminate red shirt follower clown other botchan choose right side end botchan morality main theme one popular novels japan sōseki natsume bases story experiences teacher matsuyama first assignment away tokyo summary availle p |
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4236 |
4700 |
Bible (KJV) NT 13: 1 Thessalonians |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The First Epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians, usually referred to simply as First Thessalonians and often written 1 Thessalonians, is a book from the New Testament of the Christian Bible. The first letter to the Thessalonians was likely the first of Paul's letters, probably written by the end of A.D. 52[1], making it, so far as is now known, the oldest extant Christian document.<br><br>For the most part, the letter is personal in nature, with only the final two chapters spent addressing issues of doctrine, almost as an aside. Paul's main purpose in writing is to encourage and reassure the Christians there. Paul urges them to go on working quietly while waiting in hope for the return of Christ. (summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/1-thessalonian-by-king-james-version/ |
p the first epistle paul thessalonians usually referred simply first thessalonians often written 1 thessalonians book new testament christian bible first letter thessalonians likely first paul s letters probably written end a d 52 1 making it far known oldest extant christian document br br for part letter personal nature final two chapters spent addressing issues doctrine almost aside paul s main purpose writing encourage reassure christians there paul urges go working quietly waiting hope return christ summary wikipedia p |
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4237 |
4701 |
Bible (KJV) 18: Job (Dramatic Reading) |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<p>The Book of Job is one of the books of the Hebrew Bible. It relates the story of Job, his trials at the hands of Satan, his theological discussions with friends on the origins and nature of his suffering, his challenge to God, and finally a response from God. The Book itself comprises a didactic poem set in a prose framing device and has been called "the most profound and literary work of the entire Old Testament". The Book itself and its numerous exegeses are attempts to address the problem of evil. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>God: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Satan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5009">Mickey Reno</a><br>Messengers 1 & 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5652">amicrazy2u</a><br>Messenger 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Messenger 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5668">J.S. Kenney</a><br>Job: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Job's Wife: <a href="http://rschmfem.com/">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Eliphaz the Temanite: <a href="http://portfolio.reecezone.net/">Matthew Reece</a><br>Bildad the Shuhite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Zophar the Naamathite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> TriciaG<br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/job-king-james-version/ |
p the book job one books hebrew bible relates story job trials hands satan theological discussions friends origins nature suffering challenge god finally response god book comprises didactic poem set prose framing device called the profound literary work entire old testament book numerous exegeses attempts address problem evil introduction wikipedia p strong cast strong br p god a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br satan a href http librivox org reader 5009 mickey reno a br messengers 1 4 a href http librivox org reader 5652 amicrazy2u a br messenger 2 a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br messenger 3 a href http librivox org reader 5668 j s kenney a br job a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br job s wife a href http rschmfem com roseanne schmidt a br eliphaz temanite a href http portfolio reecezone net matthew reece a br bildad shuhite a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br zophar naamathite a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br elihu son barachel buzite a href http librivox org reader 2149 mark penfold a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br br strong audio edited by strong triciag br |
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4238 |
4702 |
Zwei Kindermärchen |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
General |
<p>Struwwelpeter: In dem Buch erzählt Hoffmann Geschichten von Kindern, die nicht brav sind, nicht auf ihre Eltern hören und denen deshalb allerlei grausames Unheil widerfährt.\nhttp://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24571\n\nKönig Nussknacker und der arme Reinhold: ist eine Geschichte von einem kranken Jungen, der in seinen Fieberträumen von einem Nussknacker durch eine Fantasiewelt geführt wird.\nhttp://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32034\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Elli)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/zwei-kindermarchen-by-heinrich-hoffmann/ |
p struwwelpeter dem buch erzählt hoffmann geschichten von kindern die nicht brav sind nicht auf ihre eltern hören und denen deshalb allerlei grausames unheil widerfährt http www gutenberg org ebooks 24571 könig nussknacker und der arme reinhold ist eine geschichte von einem kranken jungen der seinen fieberträumen von einem nussknacker durch eine fantasiewelt geführt wird http www gutenberg org ebooks 32034 zusammenfassung von wikipedia und elli p |
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4239 |
4703 |
Misérables - tome 3 |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
C'est un roman historique, social et philosophique dans lequel on retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de Victor Hugo concernant la nature humaine. L'auteur lui-même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862, à son éditeur Lacroix : « Ma conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets, sinon le principal, de mon œuvre ».<p></p>Dans ce tome, Marius, devenu étudiant, rencontre Cosette et son père, M. Leblanc. Nous ferons la connaissance des membres de l'ABC et retrouverons quelques anciennes connaissances, les Thénardier et Javert. (résumé de Wikipedia, modifié par Nadine)<p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-tome-3-by-victor-hugo/ |
c est un roman historique social et philosophique dans lequel retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de victor hugo concernant la nature humaine l auteur lui même accorde une grande importance à ce roman et écrit en mars 1862 à son éditeur lacroix conviction est que ce livre sera un des principaux sommets sinon le principal de mon œuvre p p dans ce tome marius devenu étudiant rencontre cosette et son père m leblanc nous ferons la connaissance des membres de l abc et retrouverons quelques anciennes connaissances les thénardier et javert résumé de wikipedia modifié par nadine p |
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4240 |
4704 |
Burnt Ship |
John Donne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of A Burnt Ship by John Donne. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 17th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-burnt-ship-by-john-donne/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings burnt ship john donne weekly poetry project september 17th 2010 p |
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4241 |
4705 |
Life of Jesus Critically Examined |
David Friedrich Strauss |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
Strauss was an early pioneer in the ongoing 'Quest of the Historical Jesus' movement, and his Life of Jesus is one of the few landmarks in the field. The first edition of Strauss' book was published in Germany in 1835, when he was only 27 years old. He focused his attention on battling two theological fronts which were current at the time - the biblical Literalists who believed the miracles in the Gospels were to be taken as literal history, and the Rationalists, who believed that the Gospel miracles were true but could be explained by natural and rational causes. Strauss rejected both camps and, in a historical analysis of the Gospels that was scrupulous and exhaustive, concluded that our knowledge of the Historical Jesus is hopelessly buried under layers of legend and myth.</p><p>The price that Strauss paid for publication was high – his book scandalized Europe, and cost him his job as Chair of Theology at the University of Zurich, and ultimately his career. Dozens of books, mostly from Germany, were written in rebuttal. The school of Rationalism died in the 19th century, due in no small part to Strauss' criticism. The school of Literalism that Strauss criticized evolved into Fundamentalism in the early 20th century, which was in large part a reaction to the groundbreaking path started by Strauss and his revolutionary book.<p>Medical missionary Albert Schweitzer described Strauss' Life of Jesus as, "one of the most perfect things in the whole range of learned literature. In over fourteen hundred pages he has not a superfluous phrase; his analysis descends to the minutest details, but he does not lose his way among them; his style is simple and picturesque, sometimes ironical, but always dignified and distinguished". (Introduction by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-jesus-critically-examined-by-david-friedrich-strauss/ |
strauss early pioneer ongoing quest historical jesus movement life jesus one landmarks field first edition strauss book published germany 1835 27 years old focused attention battling two theological fronts current time biblical literalists believed miracles gospels taken literal history rationalists believed gospel miracles true could explained natural rational causes strauss rejected camps and historical analysis gospels scrupulous exhaustive concluded knowledge historical jesus hopelessly buried layers legend myth p p the price strauss paid publication high book scandalized europe cost job chair theology university zurich ultimately career dozens books mostly germany written rebuttal school rationalism died 19th century due small part strauss criticism school literalism strauss criticized evolved fundamentalism early 20th century large part reaction groundbreaking path started strauss revolutionary book p medical missionary albert schweitzer described strauss life jesus as one perfect things whole range learned literature fourteen hundred pages superfluous phrase analysis descends minutest details lose way among them style simple picturesque sometimes ironical always dignified distinguished introduction joed p |
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4242 |
4707 |
Jungfrau von Orleans |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
<p>Die Jungfrau von Orleans ist ein Drama von Friedrich Schiller. Es nimmt den Stoff um die französische Heilige Johanna von Orléans auf. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/die-jungfrau-von-orleans-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
p die jungfrau von orleans ist ein drama von friedrich schiller es nimmt den stoff um die französische heilige johanna von orléans auf zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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4243 |
4708 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Fitzgerald 5th edition) |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
<p>The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is so-named from the Persian word rubáiyát - a Persian word denoting a specific type of two-line stanza. Omar's Rubaiyat is a beautiful anthology of Islamic wisdom literature: originally penned in medieval Persian during the late 11th century AD. </p><p>\n\nThe best known English translations are those by Edward Fitzgerald: his fifth (and last) translation includes a mere 101 quatrains - a fraction of Omar's original work. Fitzgerald's selection loosely groups quatrains by theme; rendering quatrains into English as four-line, rhymed stanzas. </p>\n<p>\nOmar's writings are pervaded by the consciousness of the transient quality of life. In his Rubáiyát, the author ponders the limits of human knowledge and morality: and confronts his readers point-blank with the difficult questions that challenge every generation: \n</p><br/>\n- what is the ultimate benefit derived from human knowledge? <br/>\n- given human mortality; is is best to guide our lives by the dictates of reason, or sensuality? <br/>\n- what happens to my soul when I die? <br/>\n- why did God - the Creator - give me existence? \n<br/><p>\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-by-omar-khayyam-2/ |
p the rubáiyát omar khayyám so named persian word rubáiyát persian word denoting specific type two line stanza omar s rubaiyat beautiful anthology islamic wisdom literature originally penned medieval persian late 11th century ad p p best known english translations edward fitzgerald fifth and last translation includes mere 101 quatrains fraction omar s original work fitzgerald s selection loosely groups quatrains theme rendering quatrains english four line rhymed stanzas p p omar s writings pervaded consciousness transient quality life rubáiyát author ponders limits human knowledge morality confronts readers point blank difficult questions challenge every generation p br ultimate benefit derived human knowledge br given human mortality best guide lives dictates reason sensuality br happens soul die br god creator give existence br p introduction godsend p |
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4244 |
4709 |
Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation, Volume 3 |
William W. Mann |
Language learning |
<a href="http://librivox.org/">LibriVox</a> recording of Volume 3 of William Mann’s “Esperanto Self-Taught with Phonetic Pronunciation”. It is part of a series of Self-Taught books written by various authors that include vocabularies of common words, elementary grammars and conversational phrases. The present volume contains an conversational phrases in Esperanto. If you want to learn Esperanto phrases or improve your knowledge of conversational Esperanto, this volume may be of use to you. Mann writes, in the preface, that with “the aid of this book anyone may undertake a trip to a foreign land, even if he know nothing of the language of the country he is going to, and, if he will put himself beforehand in communication with Esperantists in the various places he intends to visit, he will find them ready to help him in many ways, and his stay abroad will thus be made much more entertaining and instructive than if he had spent his time in the conventional manner of the ordinary tourist. A further great advantage of this international language is, that it opens up to the traveller, not merely one particular country, but the whole of Europe.” (Introduction by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
Esperanto |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/esperanto-self-taught-with-phonetic-pronunciation-volume-3-by-william-w-mann/ |
a href http librivox org librivox a recording volume 3 william mann s esperanto self taught phonetic pronunciation part series self taught books written various authors include vocabularies common words elementary grammars conversational phrases present volume contains conversational phrases esperanto want learn esperanto phrases improve knowledge conversational esperanto volume may use you mann writes preface the aid book anyone may undertake trip foreign land even know nothing language country going to and put beforehand communication esperantists various places intends visit find ready help many ways stay abroad thus made much entertaining instructive spent time conventional manner ordinary tourist great advantage international language is opens traveller merely one particular country whole europe introduction nicholas james bridgewater p |
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4245 |
4712 |
In a German Pension |
Katherine Mansfield |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
The first collected volume of short stories of the New Zealand modernist. Inspired by her own travels, Mansfield begins to refine her craft with a series of tales which depict German life at the brink of the first world war. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-german-pension-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
first collected volume short stories new zealand modernist inspired travels mansfield begins refine craft series tales depict german life brink first world war introduction s kovalchik p |
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4264 |
4732 |
Commentaries on the Gallic War |
Gaius Julius Caesar |
War & Military, Antiquity |
Commentarii de Bello Gallico (English: Commentaries on the Gallic War) is Julius Caesar's firsthand account of the Gallic Wars, written as a third-person narrative. In it Caesar describes the battles and intrigues that took place in the nine years he spent fighting local armies in Gaul that opposed Roman domination.<br><br>The work has been a mainstay in the teaching of Latin to schoolchildren, its simple, direct prose lending itself to that purpose. It begins with the frequently quoted phrase "Gallia est omnis divisa in partes tres", sometimes quoted as "Omnia Gallia in tres partes divisa est", meaning "All Gaul is divided into three parts". (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/commentaries-on-the-gallic-war-by-caesar-gaius-julius/ |
commentarii de bello gallico english commentaries gallic war julius caesar s firsthand account gallic wars written third person narrative caesar describes battles intrigues took place nine years spent fighting local armies gaul opposed roman domination br br the work mainstay teaching latin schoolchildren simple direct prose lending purpose begins frequently quoted phrase gallia est omnis divisa partes tres sometimes quoted omnia gallia tres partes divisa est meaning all gaul divided three parts summary wikipedia p |
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4246 |
4713 |
Life and Amours of the Beautiful, Gay and Dashing Kate Percival (Dramatic Reading) |
Kate Percival |
Dramatic Readings, Erotica |
This surprisingly explicit sample of Victorian erotica follows the sexual awakening and subsequent adventures of its author, Kate Percival, the "belle of the Delaware." <strong>Content warning: this one is definitely NC-17 rated.</strong> (Summary by wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Kate Percival: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Harry Percival: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Laura: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Clarence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Amy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a><br>Cordelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Margaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Helen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br>George: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Harriet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Emmeline: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Florence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>Horace: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Olivia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1544">LilianaVale</a><br>Rose: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3703">Linda Andrus</a><br>Eudoxie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Ralph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Harry Duval: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br/> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-amours-of-the-beautiful-gay-and-dashing-kate-percival-the-belle-of-the-delaware-by-kate-percival/ |
surprisingly explicit sample victorian erotica follows sexual awakening subsequent adventures author kate percival belle delaware strong content warning one definitely nc 17 rated strong summary wildemoose br br strong cast strong br p kate percival a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br harry percival a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br laura a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br clarence a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br amy a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a br cordelia a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br margaret a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br helen a href http librivox org reader 5265 susanna a br george a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br harriet a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br emmeline a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br florence a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br horace a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br olivia a href http librivox org reader 1544 lilianavale a br rose a href http librivox org reader 3703 linda andrus a br eudoxie a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br ralph a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br harry duval a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br |
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4247 |
4714 |
Divers Women |
Mrs. C. M. Livingston |
General Fiction, Christian Fiction |
<p>A collection of short stories, highlighting some of the best and worst characteristics we women are capable of in our Christianity and in our home life. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/divers-women-by-pansy-mrs-c-m-livingston/ |
p a collection short stories highlighting best worst characteristics women capable christianity home life summary triciag p |
| 4277 |
4248 |
4715 |
Iphigenie auf Tauris - Ein Schauspiel |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction, Plays |
Iphigenie auf Tauris ist insofern ein klassisches Drama, als es sowohl einen antiken Stoff behandelt als auch das Menschenideal der Klassik widerspiegelt. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenie-auf-tauris-ein-schauspiel-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe |
iphigenie auf tauris ist insofern ein klassisches drama als es sowohl einen antiken stoff behandelt als auch das menschenideal der klassik widerspiegelt zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4278 |
4249 |
4716 |
Iphigenie in Aulis |
Euripides |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), General Fiction, Plays |
Iphigenie in Aulis übersetzt aus dem Euripides von Friedrich von Schiller. \n\nDie Gesinnungen in diesem Stücke sind groß und edel, die Handlung wichtig und erhaben, die Mittel dazu glücklich gewählt und geordnet. (aus den Anmerkungen von Schiller)</p> |
German |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenie-in-aulis-by-euripides/ |
iphigenie aulis übersetzt aus dem euripides von friedrich von schiller die gesinnungen diesem stücke sind groß und edel die handlung wichtig und erhaben die mittel dazu glücklich gewählt und geordnet aus den anmerkungen von schiller p |
| 4279 |
4250 |
4717 |
Ivory Child |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Allan Quatermain's first adventure with Lord Ragnall. (Introduction by laineyben)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-ivory-child-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
allan quatermain s first adventure lord ragnall introduction laineyben p |
| 4280 |
4251 |
4718 |
De Bello Gallico Libri Septem |
Gaius Julius Caesar |
War & Military, Antiquity |
<p>In this book the famous Gaius Julius Caesar himself describes the seven years of his war in Gaul.<br/><br/>\nWhen Caesar got proconsul of Gallia and Illyria in 58 B.C, the conquest of land in Gaul was an urgent need, both to improve his political standing and to calm his creditors in Rome. So Caesar claims his interest for a very large area already in the first sentence.<br/><br/>\n\nHis steps and measures always appear clear and logical, but this simplicity is the result of a strict discipline in style. Caesar really chooses his words, and the list of standard words that he never or rarely uses, is astonishing. E.g. for "river" he only uses flumen and never fluvius or amnis. He avoids porro (furthermore), which would be no decided beginning of a sentence, and in his writings never occurs the word clades (the defeat), although this would normally be demanded by the context.<br/><br/>\n\nIt is remarkable, that still today in all the lands of his conquest the word for "peace" is derived from latin pax (even basque "bake"). This peace is no friendship between equals, which is the idea behind the German word "Friede". Pax Romana implies subordination, and this concept was promoted by Caesar, first abroad and then at home.\n(Summary by Marilianus)</p> |
Latin |
57 |
https://librivox.org/de-bello-gallico-libri-septem-by-gaius-julius-caesar/ |
p in book famous gaius julius caesar describes seven years war gaul br br caesar got proconsul gallia illyria 58 b c conquest land gaul urgent need improve political standing calm creditors rome caesar claims interest large area already first sentence br br steps measures always appear clear logical simplicity result strict discipline style caesar really chooses words list standard words never rarely uses astonishing e g river uses flumen never fluvius amnis avoids porro furthermore would decided beginning sentence writings never occurs word clades the defeat although would normally demanded context br br remarkable still today lands conquest word peace derived latin pax even basque bake peace friendship equals idea behind german word friede pax romana implies subordination concept promoted caesar first abroad home summary marilianus p |
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4252 |
4719 |
Brass Bottle |
F. Anstey |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
What happens when a not-so-lucky man happens upon a brass bottle releases the djinni caught within? Misunderstanding, culture shock, hilarity, among other things. Will the well-intentioned djinni help his new master? Or will he makes things even worse? (Summary by Guero)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-brass-bottle-by-f-anstey/ |
happens not so lucky man happens upon brass bottle releases djinni caught within misunderstanding culture shock hilarity among things well intentioned djinni help new master makes things even worse summary guero p |
| 4282 |
4253 |
4720 |
Pocket Island |
Charles Clark Munn |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Along the coast of Maine are littered thousands of small islands. One such, named 'Pocket Island' by the locals was so called because of a pocket formed twice daily by the waning of the tides. The coast of Maine holds many secrets and legends, and Pocket Island was no exception.<br><br>Subtitled "A Story of Country Life in New England", this story holds such varied and fascinating glimpses into the lives of a few individuals, and is not limited to merely a story of ghosts, of war, of barn dances, friendship, tales of rum-runners, smugglers, and seafarers. Rather it is all of the above, and much more, all wrapped nicely around a story of love.<br><br>Is Pocket Island truly haunted by ghosts of the past? The story begins ca. 1824, and takes us through the U.S. Civil War and beyond. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/pocket-island-by-charles-clark-munn/ |
along coast maine littered thousands small islands one such named pocket island locals called pocket formed twice daily waning tides coast maine holds many secrets legends pocket island exception br br subtitled a story country life new england story holds varied fascinating glimpses lives individuals limited merely story ghosts war barn dances friendship tales rum runners smugglers seafarers rather above much more wrapped nicely around story love br br is pocket island truly haunted ghosts past story begins ca 1824 takes us u s civil war beyond introduction roger melin p |
| 4283 |
7203 |
7805 |
Over The Plum Pudding |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction |
Great Caesar’s ghost and shades of A Christmas Carol! Stories – some ghostly, some Christmas, some humorous, some all three -- twelve of them by a master story teller and humorist of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/over-the-plum-pudding-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
great caesar s ghost shades christmas carol stories ghostly christmas humorous three twelve master story teller humorist late nineteenth early twentieth centuries summary david wales p |
| 4284 |
4254 |
4721 |
Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex, Part 2 |
Charles Darwin |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Part 2 of 3 of a book on evolutionary theory by English naturalist Charles Darwin, first published in 1871. It was Darwin's second great book on evolutionary theory, following his 1859 work, On The Origin of Species. In The Descent of Man, Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual selection. The book discusses many related issues, including evolutionary psychology, evolutionary ethics, differences between human races, differences between sexes, the superiority of men to women, and the relevance of the evolutionary theory to society. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p>NOTE - In this audio version , many of Darwin's references to his sources have been omitted. People wishing to follow-up the references will find them all given in the text version.</p>\n |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-descent-of-man-and-selection-in-relation-to-sex-part-2-by-charles-darwin/ |
p part 2 3 book evolutionary theory english naturalist charles darwin first published 1871 darwin s second great book evolutionary theory following 1859 work origin species descent man darwin applies evolutionary theory human evolution details theory sexual selection book discusses many related issues including evolutionary psychology evolutionary ethics differences human races differences sexes superiority men women relevance evolutionary theory society summary wikipedia p note audio version many darwin s references sources omitted people wishing follow up references find given text version p |
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4255 |
4722 |
Two Little Knights of Kentucky |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
General |
In this volume the Little Colonel returns to us like an old friend, but with added grace and charm. She is not, however, the central figure of the story, that place being taken by the “two little knights,” Malcolm and Keith, little Southern aristocrats, whose chivalrous natures lead them through a series of interesting adventures. (Summary from an original 1898 advertisement for the book.)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/two-little-knights-of-kentucky-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
volume little colonel returns us like old friend added grace charm not however central figure story place taken two little knights malcolm keith little southern aristocrats whose chivalrous natures lead series interesting adventures summary original 1898 advertisement book p |
| 4286 |
4256 |
4724 |
Bacchae |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
<p>The tragedy is based on the mythological story of King Pentheus of Thebes and his mother Agavë, and their punishment by the god Dionysus (who is Pentheus' cousin) for refusing to worship him. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Dionysus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Cadmus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Pentheus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Agave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Teiresias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Chorus/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-bacchae-by-euripides/ |
p the tragedy based mythological story king pentheus thebes mother agavë punishment god dionysus who pentheus cousin refusing worship him summary wikipedia p strong cast strong br p dionysus a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br cadmus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br pentheus a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br agave a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br teiresias a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br soldier a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br chorus narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
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4257 |
4725 |
Fille du Pirate |
Henri Émile Chevalier |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
Angèle, une jeune fille orpheline recueillie par deux charmants Québecois, rentre chez elle un soir et tombe sur un jeune homme ensanglanté qui s'est évadé de prison. Jacques Bourgeot, qui est amoureux d'Angèle, soupconne quelque chose. Angèle et Alphonse parviendront-ils à échapper aux policemen et à trouver le bonheur ensemble? <p></p>Angèle, a young orphan, adopted by two lovely French Canadians, comes home one night and finds a young man covered in blood on her doorstep. He has escaped from jail. Jacques Bourgeot, who is in love with Angèle, is getting suspicious of something fishy. Will Angèle and Alphonse manage to escape the policemen and find happiness together? (résumé par Nadine Eckert-Boulet)<p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/la-fille-du-pirate-by-henri-emile-chevalier/ |
angèle une jeune fille orpheline recueillie par deux charmants québecois rentre chez elle un soir et tombe sur un jeune homme ensanglanté qui s est évadé de prison jacques bourgeot qui est amoureux d angèle soupconne quelque chose angèle et alphonse parviendront ils à échapper aux policemen et à trouver le bonheur ensemble p p angèle young orphan adopted two lovely french canadians comes home one night finds young man covered blood doorstep escaped jail jacques bourgeot love angèle getting suspicious something fishy angèle alphonse manage escape policemen find happiness together résumé par nadine eckert boulet p |
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4258 |
4726 |
Westminster Confession of Faith |
Westminster Divines |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>The Westminster Confession of Faith is a Reformed confession of faith, in the Calvinist theological tradition. Although drawn up by the 1646 Westminster Assembly, largely of the Church of England, it became and remains the 'subordinate standard' of doctrine in the Church of Scotland, and has been influential within Presbyterian churches worldwide. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1646 |
https://librivox.org/the-westminster-confession-of-faith-by-westminster-divines/ |
p the westminster confession faith reformed confession faith calvinist theological tradition although drawn 1646 westminster assembly largely church england became remains subordinate standard doctrine church scotland influential within presbyterian churches worldwide introduction wikipedia p |
| 4289 |
4259 |
4727 |
Natuurlijke Historie voor de Jeugd |
De Schoolmeester |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
Natuurlijke Historie voor de Jeugd is een verzameling gedichten met grappige beschrijvingen van voornamelijk dieren.\nOpgenomen ter gelegenheid van de vijfde verjaardag van LibriVox.</p> |
Dutch |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/natuurlijke-historie-voor-de-jeugd-by-de-schoolmeester/ |
natuurlijke historie voor de jeugd een verzameling gedichten met grappige beschrijvingen van voornamelijk dieren opgenomen ter gelegenheid van de vijfde verjaardag van librivox p |
| 4290 |
4260 |
4728 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 019 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, literature, travel, science, medicine, war, writing, education, philosophy, and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-019-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history literature travel science medicine war writing education philosophy religion summary j m smallheer p |
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4266 |
4734 |
A-Birding on a Bronco |
Florence A. Merriam |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
Florence Augusta Merriam Bailey was an American ornithologist and nature writer. She started observing bird behavior at a time when most bird study was based on collections and skins. By 1885, she began to write articles focusing on protecting birds. Her introduction of a birdwatching field guide, aimed at living birds, is considered the first in the tradition of modern bird guides. She wrote the first of these at the age of 26, initially as a series of notes in the Audubon Magazine and later as books. In "A-Birding on a Bronco," she writes an engaging memoir about her several trips to study birds on a ranch in California in the late 1800's. |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-birding-on-a-bronco-by-florence-a-merriam/ |
florence augusta merriam bailey american ornithologist nature writer started observing bird behavior time bird study based collections skins 1885 began write articles focusing protecting birds introduction birdwatching field guide aimed living birds considered first tradition modern bird guides wrote first age 26 initially series notes audubon magazine later books a birding bronco writes engaging memoir several trips study birds ranch california late 1800 s |
| 4292 |
4267 |
4735 |
Upas Tree, A Christmas Story for all the Year |
Florence Louisa Barclay |
General Fiction, Romance |
Ronald West has a brilliant idea for his next novel, but to do it right, he wants to spend the next six months tramping around central Africa to experience the setting first hand. His wife Helen fully supports his trip, but for the first time in their marriage, she refuses to go along herself. Ronnie is disappointed at her reticence, but plows ahead, planning to be back in England by Christmas. But when Ronnie returns, something is seriously the matter which threatens to make his reunion with Helen, and their Christmas together, anything but merry. (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-upas-tree-a-christmas-story-for-all-the-year-by-florence-louisa-barclay/ |
ronald west brilliant idea next novel right wants spend next six months tramping around central africa experience setting first hand wife helen fully supports trip first time marriage refuses go along herself ronnie disappointed reticence plows ahead planning back england christmas ronnie returns something seriously matter threatens make reunion helen christmas together anything merry introduction maryann p |
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4268 |
4736 |
Touchstone |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>Stephen Glennard's career is falling apart and he desperately needs money so that he may marry his beautiful fiancee. He happens upon an advertisement in a London magazine promising the prospect of financial gain. Glennard was once pursued by Margaret Aubyn, a famous and recently deceased author, and he still has her passionate love letters to him. Glennard removes his name from the letters and sells them, making him a fortune and building a marriage based on the betrayal of another. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-touchstone-by-edith-wharton/ |
p stephen glennard s career falling apart desperately needs money may marry beautiful fiancee happens upon advertisement london magazine promising prospect financial gain glennard pursued margaret aubyn famous recently deceased author still passionate love letters him glennard removes name letters sells them making fortune building marriage based betrayal another summary wikipedia p |
| 4294 |
4269 |
4737 |
History of the Caliph Vathek |
William Beckford |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>This is one of the earliest Gothic novels. The Caliph Vathek is one of the wealthiest and most powerful men who ever lived. But this is not enough for him. He seeks also forbidden knowledge, and doesn't care who he has to hurt to get it. Aided by his depraved mother Carathis, Vathek proceeds to damn himself, and those around him. (Introduction by MorganScorpion)</p> |
English |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-caliph-vathek-by-william-beckford/ |
p this one earliest gothic novels caliph vathek one wealthiest powerful men ever lived enough him seeks also forbidden knowledge care hurt get it aided depraved mother carathis vathek proceeds damn himself around him introduction morganscorpion p |
| 4295 |
4270 |
4738 |
Run to Earth |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction, Romance |
A captivating Victorian “sensation” novel by the author of “Lady Audley's Secret”, Run to Earth has it all: scoundrels and mercenaries, love and lust, jealousy, intrigue, and suspense. (Introduction by Gail Mattern)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/run-to-earth-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
captivating victorian sensation novel author lady audley s secret run earth all scoundrels mercenaries love lust jealousy intrigue suspense introduction gail mattern p |
| 4296 |
4271 |
4739 |
Contos Fluminenses e Histórias da Meia-Noite |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Short Stories |
<p>Contos Fluminenses, originalmente publicado em 1870, e Histórias da Meia-Noite, publicado em 1873, são os dois primeiros livros de contos de Machado de Assis, famoso escritor brasileiro. Nestes livros encontram-se alguns de seus contos que viriam a se tornar clássicos da literatura brasileira, como Miss Dollar e Ponto de Vista. (Sumário escrito por Leni) </p> |
Portuguese |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/contos-fluminenses-e-historias-da-meia-noite-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
p contos fluminenses originalmente publicado em 1870 e histórias da meia noite publicado em 1873 são os dois primeiros livros de contos de machado de assis famoso escritor brasileiro nestes livros encontram se alguns de seus contos que viriam se tornar clássicos da literatura brasileira como miss dollar e ponto de vista sumário escrito por leni p |
| 4297 |
4272 |
4740 |
Coming of Bill (or: Their Mutual Child; or: The White Hope) |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Family Life, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p><i>The Coming of Bill</i> tells the story of Kirk Winfield, his marriage to Ruth, and their child called Bill. Bill's upbringing is threatened by the interference of Ruth's busybody writer aunt, Mrs Lora Delane Porter (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-of-bill-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
p i the coming bill i tells story kirk winfield marriage ruth child called bill bill s upbringing threatened interference ruth s busybody writer aunt mrs lora delane porter introduction wikipedia p |
| 4298 |
4279 |
4747 |
Sir Nigel |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Historical Fiction |
By 1348 the House of Loring has fallen on hard times. Together, the Black Death and the greedy monks of Waverley have bled away all of the Loring wealth. Even the manor house will have to go to pay their debts.\nThen a chance encounter with the King of England provides Nigel, the last of the Lorings, with the chance to seek his fortune in the constant wars with France. But more importantly for Nigel it also means that he may be able to do the "three small deeds" that will show he is worthy to ask for the hand of the Lady Mary in marriage.\nFilled with chivalry, humour, and high romance, Sir Nigel is simply a rattling good yarn.\n(Summary by Clive Catterall) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/sir-nigel-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
1348 house loring fallen hard times together black death greedy monks waverley bled away loring wealth even manor house go pay debts chance encounter king england provides nigel last lorings chance seek fortune constant wars france importantly nigel also means may able three small deeds show worthy ask hand lady mary marriage filled chivalry humour high romance sir nigel simply rattling good yarn summary clive catterall p |
| 4299 |
4273 |
4741 |
Anleitung zur Zimmer-Gärtnerei |
Max Jubisch |
*Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies, Nature |
In seiner 1880 erschienenen Anleitung zur Zimmer-Gärtnerei gibt Max Alfred Jubisch leicht verständliche Ratschläge zur richtigen Aufstellung, Pflege und Vermehrung von Zimmerpflanzen. Dabei geht er auch auf die zu dieser Zeit erst in Mode gekommenen Terrarien und Aquarien ein.<br>\nWer nicht sofort zur Bekämpfung von Pflanzenkrankheiten die Chemiekeule schwingen will, wird hier sicherlich einige gute Tipps finden. Und wer einfach nur wissen will, wie es anno 1880 in Deutschen (Blumen)-Zimmern ausgesehen haben mag, wird hier sicherlich auch einen kleinen Einblick bekommen.<br><br>\n\nAuf den fünften Abschnitt der Druckausgabe wurde in diesem Hörbuch verzichtet, da es sich im Wesentlichen nur um eine Aufzählung lateinischer Blumennamen handelt. (Zusammenfassung von Wassermann)\n |
German |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/anleitung-zur-zimmer-gaertnerei-by-max-jubisch/ |
seiner 1880 erschienenen anleitung zur zimmer gärtnerei gibt max alfred jubisch leicht verständliche ratschläge zur richtigen aufstellung pflege und vermehrung von zimmerpflanzen dabei geht er auch auf die zu dieser zeit erst mode gekommenen terrarien und aquarien ein br wer nicht sofort zur bekämpfung von pflanzenkrankheiten die chemiekeule schwingen will wird hier sicherlich einige gute tipps finden und wer einfach nur wissen will wie es anno 1880 deutschen blumen zimmern ausgesehen haben mag wird hier sicherlich auch einen kleinen einblick bekommen br br auf den fünften abschnitt der druckausgabe wurde diesem hörbuch verzichtet da es sich im wesentlichen nur um eine aufzählung lateinischer blumennamen handelt zusammenfassung von wassermann |
| 4300 |
4274 |
4742 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 028 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n"Giftmischer" übersetzt von Margarete Jacobi<br>\nDie Übersetzung von "Der Raub der Schicksalstafeln" beruht auf unvollständig erhaltenen Keilschrifttafen. Fehlende Stellen sind in der Aufnahme durch das Wort "Lücke" angezeigt.<br>\n"Der Leib des Vaters Christian Rosenkreuz" übersetzt von Friedrich Eckstein (1861-1939)</p>\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-028-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br giftmischer übersetzt von margarete jacobi br die übersetzung von der raub der schicksalstafeln beruht auf unvollständig erhaltenen keilschrifttafen fehlende stellen sind der aufnahme durch das wort lücke angezeigt br der leib des vaters christian rosenkreuz übersetzt von friedrich eckstein 1861 1939 p |
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4275 |
4743 |
House of the Vampire |
George Sylvester Viereck |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The House of the Vampire is a 1907 novella that is a very unusual vampire story. A young writer comes under the powerful influence of a mysterious older master, who seems to have left a trail of ruined proteges in his wake. The story is as much about the nature of artistic creation as it is a chilling vampire tale. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-vampire-by-george-sylvester-viereck/ |
house vampire 1907 novella unusual vampire story young writer comes powerful influence mysterious older master seems left trail ruined proteges wake story much nature artistic creation chilling vampire tale summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4302 |
4276 |
4744 |
Fábulas, volume 1 |
Aesop |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>Esopo é um lendário autor grego, que teria vivido na Antigüidade, ao qual se atribui a paternidade da fábula como gênero literário. As Fábulas de Esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos, como Fedro e La Fontaine. O local de seu nascimento é incerto — Trácia, Frígia, Etiópia, Samos, e Sardes todas clamam a honra. Eventualmente morreu em Delfos. Na verdade, todos os dados referentes a Esopo são discutíveis e trata-se mais de um personagem lendário do que histórico. A única certeza é que as fábulas a ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por Demétrio de Falero, em 325 a.C..<br/><br/>\nEsopo teria sido um escravo, que foi libertado pelo seu dono, que ficou encantado com suas fábulas. Ao que tudo indica, viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu o Egito, a Babilónia e o Oriente. Concretamente, não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa.\nEntretanto, foi-lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias, de carácter moral e alegórico, cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais. Na Atenas do século V a.C., essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas.<br/><br/>\nAs fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais (mas também de homens, deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas). Esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos. Os seus animais falam, cometem erros, são sábios ou tolos, maus ou bons, exatamente como os homens. A intenção de Esopo, em suas fábulas, era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir, para bem ou para mal.\nAssim como Homero, as fábulas de Esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos, por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor. Mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de Esopo é que as fábulas foram reunidas e escritas.<br/><br/>\n(Adaptado da wikipedia por Vicente) </p> |
Portuguese |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/fabulas-de-esopo-volume-1-by-esopo/ |
p esopo é um lendário autor grego que teria vivido na antigüidade ao qual se atribui paternidade da fábula como gênero literário fábulas de esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos como fedro e la fontaine local de seu nascimento é incerto trácia frígia etiópia samos e sardes todas clamam honra eventualmente morreu em delfos na verdade todos os dados referentes esopo são discutíveis e trata se mais de um personagem lendário que histórico única certeza é que fábulas ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por demétrio de falero em 325 a c br br esopo teria sido um escravo que foi libertado pelo seu dono que ficou encantado com suas fábulas ao que tudo indica viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu egito babilónia e oriente concretamente não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa entretanto foi lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias de carácter moral e alegórico cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais na atenas século v a c essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas br br fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais mas também de homens deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos os seus animais falam cometem erros são sábios ou tolos maus ou bons exatamente como os homens intenção de esopo em suas fábulas era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir para bem ou para mal assim como homero fábulas de esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de esopo é que fábulas foram reunidas e escritas br br adaptado da wikipedia por vicente p |
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4277 |
4745 |
Let'em Breathe Space |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
The old space freighter Wahoo is all Dr. Pietro can afford for his expedition to the rings of Saturn. Although built for a crew of 6 the good doctor crams 19 people into the Wahoo, and after 5 months they are really getting on each other’s nerves. Then someone starts killing people and poisoning the air giving plants in the hydroponics bay. Can our hero Paul Tremaine find the killer before he suffocates? Perhaps you should hold your breath. – Let’em Breathe Space was first published in the July 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/letem-breathe-space-by-lester-del-rey |
old space freighter wahoo dr pietro afford expedition rings saturn although built crew 6 good doctor crams 19 people wahoo 5 months really getting other s nerves someone starts killing people poisoning air giving plants hydroponics bay hero paul tremaine find killer suffocates perhaps hold breath let em breathe space first published july 1953 edition space science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
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4278 |
4746 |
Life and Sayings of Mrs. Partington and Others of the Family |
B. P. Shillaber |
Humorous Fiction |
Mrs. Partington, not unlike Mrs. Malaprop, is prone to using the wrong words when expressing her sentiments. However, the "inappropriate" word choices often cause one to look at a situation in a new way. (Introduction by Debra Lynn) |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-sayings-of-mrs-partington-and-others-of-the-family-by-b-p-shillaber/ |
mrs partington unlike mrs malaprop prone using wrong words expressing sentiments however inappropriate word choices often cause one look situation new way introduction debra lynn |
| 4305 |
4280 |
4748 |
For Treasure Bound |
Harry Collingwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
For Treasure Bound is one of the earlier novels by Harry Collingwood (William Joseph Cosens Lancaster), published in 1897. We follow the hero, whose name is incidentally also Harry Collingwood, on a quest to the pacific islands for treasure and his marooned father, through all the perils he encounters on his journey, such as pirates, sea monsters, and beautiful young ladies. (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/for-treasure-bound-by-harry-collingwood/ |
treasure bound one earlier novels harry collingwood william joseph cosens lancaster published 1897 follow hero whose name incidentally also harry collingwood quest pacific islands treasure marooned father perils encounters journey pirates sea monsters beautiful young ladies summary carolin p |
| 4306 |
4281 |
4749 |
Of Human Bondage |
W. Somerset Maugham |
General Fiction |
<p><i>Of Human Bondage</i>, published in 1915, is considered to be W. Somerset Maugham’s best work. Many believe the novel to be one of the world’s literary masterpieces. The story follows Phillip Carey from early childhood through his 30’s. Orphaned at 9, Phillip spends his early years raised by his childless aunt and uncle. His aunt tries to be a mother to Philip, but she is unsure how to behave whereas his uncle, a vicar, takes a cold disposition towards him. Philip is sent to a boarding school but his shyness and his club foot make it difficult for him to fit in. The novel follows this theme throughout as Phillip travels to Germany, France, and England, makes new acquaintances, searches for his life’s calling, and experiences romantic episodes. Mildred in particular, will leave you wondering about Phillip's obsession and passion for such a woman. More than a few of us have had “our Mildred”. The characters in <i>Of Human Bondage</i> are real-life with faults, qualities, and feelings that Maugham describes so vividly. It would not be unusual that we have encountered individuals with traits similar to the characters in this book. At times the emotions in this novel, so simply but purely written, will leave you either sad or happy and even perhaps, teary-eyed as the enthusiasm of youth is met with reality as Phillip tries to discover the meaning of HIS life through the dreams of others. (Summary by the Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/of-human-bondage-by-somerset-maugham/ |
p i of human bondage i published 1915 considered w somerset maugham s best work many believe novel one world s literary masterpieces story follows phillip carey early childhood 30 s orphaned 9 phillip spends early years raised childless aunt uncle aunt tries mother philip unsure behave whereas uncle vicar takes cold disposition towards him philip sent boarding school shyness club foot make difficult fit in novel follows theme throughout phillip travels germany france england makes new acquaintances searches life s calling experiences romantic episodes mildred particular leave wondering phillip s obsession passion woman us our mildred characters i of human bondage i real life faults qualities feelings maugham describes vividly would unusual encountered individuals traits similar characters book times emotions novel simply purely written leave either sad happy even perhaps teary eyed enthusiasm youth met reality phillip tries discover meaning life dreams others summary tom weiss p |
| 4307 |
4282 |
4750 |
Götz von Berlichingen mit der eisernen Hand - Ein Schauspiel |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction, Plays |
<p>Götz von Berlichingen mit der eisernen Hand ist ein Schauspiel in fünf Aufzügen von Johann Wolfgang Goethe. Als Vorbild der Hauptfigur galt der schwäbische Reichsritter Gottfried (genannt: Götz) von Berlichingen zu Hornberg. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br /><br />Text: Fassung Weimar</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/gotz-von-berlichingen-mit-der-eisernen-hand-ein-schauspiel-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
p götz von berlichingen mit der eisernen hand ist ein schauspiel fünf aufzügen von johann wolfgang goethe als vorbild der hauptfigur galt der schwäbische reichsritter gottfried genannt götz von berlichingen zu hornberg zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br text fassung weimar p |
| 4308 |
4283 |
4751 |
Call of the Wild (Version 3) |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Buck is living a happy life in California until he is sold to pay a gambling debt. Taken to the Klondike to become a sled dog, Buck must toughen up and learn the harsher rules of survival in the North. One of the first of these is how to deal with being harnessed in the same team as a dog that wants to kill him.<br><br>Large, strong and smart, Buck toughens to his new life. But even the toughest dog can be worn down by constant work, and after 3,000 miles of pulling sleds, Buck nears the end of his rope.<br><br>Cast away as no longer useful, Buck is acquired by greenhorns whose inexperience nearly kills him, but after being saved by John Thornton, he at last finds a man he can love.<br><br>Then on a remote gold-hunting expedition, Buck hears a call emanating from the woods and speaking to the wild heart of his distant ancestors. The lure of it almost balances the great love he bears for Thornton, but events take him away from his old life... and into legend. (summary by Mark F. Smith)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-of-the-wild-by-jack-london-3/ |
p buck living happy life california sold pay gambling debt taken klondike become sled dog buck must toughen learn harsher rules survival north one first deal harnessed team dog wants kill him br br large strong smart buck toughens new life even toughest dog worn constant work 3 000 miles pulling sleds buck nears end rope br br cast away longer useful buck acquired greenhorns whose inexperience nearly kills him saved john thornton last finds man love br br then remote gold hunting expedition buck hears call emanating woods speaking wild heart distant ancestors lure almost balances great love bears thornton events take away old life legend summary mark f smith p |
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4284 |
4752 |
Room in the Dragon Volant |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
J. Sheridan LeFanu's Gothic mystery novel is narrated by Richard Beckett, a young Englishman abroad in Napoleonic-era France. He falls instantly in love with a mysterious and imperiled Countess, whom he glimpses momentarily behind her black veil. In order to be near her, he takes a room in the Dragon Volant (the Flying Dragon), a haunted inn that has been the site of mysterious disappearances. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-room-in-the-dragon-volant-by-joseph-sheridan-lefanu/ |
j sheridan lefanu s gothic mystery novel narrated richard beckett young englishman abroad napoleonic era france falls instantly love mysterious imperiled countess glimpses momentarily behind black veil order near her takes room dragon volant the flying dragon haunted inn site mysterious disappearances summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4310 |
4285 |
4753 |
In Ghostly Japan |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
This collection of 14 stories collected by Lafcadio Hearn, contains Japanese ghost stories, but also several non-fiction pieces. Hearn tries to give a glimpse into the customs of the Japanese, by giving examples of Buddhist Proverbs and explaining the use of incense and the nation wide fascination with poetry. Furthermore, he has again translated several hair-rising ghost stories, like "A Passional Karma" about the truly undying love of a young couple. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/in-ghostly-japan-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
collection 14 stories collected lafcadio hearn contains japanese ghost stories also several non fiction pieces hearn tries give glimpse customs japanese giving examples buddhist proverbs explaining use incense nation wide fascination poetry furthermore translated several hair rising ghost stories like a passional karma truly undying love young couple summary availle p |
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4286 |
4754 |
Short Poetry Collection 091 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the month of September and October 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-091-by-various/ |
p this collection poems read librivox volunteers month september october 2010 p |
| 4312 |
4287 |
4755 |
Poor Miss Finch |
Wilkie Collins |
Romance |
<br />“Poor Miss Finch.” That is what everyone calls the courageous protagonist of this book. In other words, “poor thing, she’s blind, isn’t it awful?” Ha! Lucilla Finch is the wisest of all the characters, in spite of, and perhaps because of, her blindness. This story is about her trials, tribulations and triumphs. She reminds me of myself. Not the falling recklessly in love and being pulled this way and that by foolish young men and mad old doctors. I mean that, like her, I’m blind and proud of it!\n(Introduction by Sandra G)<br /><br />\nEditing by TriciaG & Nadine Eckert-Boulet <br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/poor-miss-finch-by-wilkie-collins/ |
br poor miss finch everyone calls courageous protagonist book words poor thing she s blind isn t awful ha lucilla finch wisest characters spite of perhaps of blindness story trials tribulations triumphs reminds myself falling recklessly love pulled way foolish young men mad old doctors mean that like her i m blind proud it introduction sandra g br br editing triciag nadine eckert boulet br br |
| 4313 |
7204 |
7806 |
Grim Tales |
E. Nesbit |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<br />A collection of gentle stories that draw us into that hidden world where fear is just around the next corner, and where loving hands can touch across the boundaries of death. (Summary by Peter Yearsley) <br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/grim-tales-by-e-nesbit/ |
br a collection gentle stories draw us hidden world fear around next corner loving hands touch across boundaries death summary peter yearsley br br |
| 4314 |
4288 |
4756 |
Crown for Joanna |
Sister Mary Jean Dorcy |
Religion, Christianity - Biographies |
<p>She was born a princess, heir to her father’s kingdom of Portugal, and she might at will have reigned from almost any throne in Europe. But instead of this, she made what to her world seemed a thoroughly mad choice – for she chose to have a throne in heaven. Today those scepters are dust which she would not accept, and as Blessed Joanna of Portugal she possesses a throne imperishable…<br>\n\nThis children’s biography of Blessed Joanna of Portugal was written by Sister Mary Jean Dorcy, a Catholic Dominican Nun. The author is probably best known for her exquisitely intricate paper cutting silhouettes, with which she illustrated her books. (Introduction from the original book and by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/a-crown-for-joanna-by-sister-mary-jean-dorcy/ |
p she born princess heir father s kingdom portugal might reigned almost throne europe instead this made world seemed thoroughly mad choice chose throne heaven today scepters dust would accept blessed joanna portugal possesses throne imperishable br children s biography blessed joanna portugal written sister mary jean dorcy catholic dominican nun author probably best known exquisitely intricate paper cutting silhouettes illustrated books introduction original book maria therese p |
| 4315 |
4289 |
4757 |
Bible (YLT) 20: Proverbs |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
<p>This book contains small morsels of great practical wisdom and instruction for all. Solomon, no doubt, wrote the majority of this book, but the last proverb was authored by a King Lemuel, who wrote of the wisdom imparted to him by his mother. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/proverbs-ylt-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
p this book contains small morsels great practical wisdom instruction all solomon doubt wrote majority book last proverb authored king lemuel wrote wisdom imparted mother introduction mark penfold p |
| 4316 |
4290 |
4758 |
Marriage, as it was, as it is and as it should be |
Annie Besant |
Family & Relationships |
In this short pamphlet, Annie Besant - a well-known British women's rights activist - lays down British marriage laws as they were at her time. She opposes the view of married women as mere property of their husbands, with virtually no rights of their own, and makes suggestions for the improvement of marriage law, footed on equality of the sexes. In the second part of the pamphlet, she advocates for a law governing full divorce, instead of only the separation of husband and wife the church was granting, unwillingly, if at all. <br><br>\nAlthough the pamphlet was written in 1882, Besants views of equality of men and women in both marriage and divorce law are surprisingly modern. Her ideas of shared parenting in case of a divorce have not been realised until very recently. |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/marriage-as-it-was-as-it-is-and-as-it-should-be-by-annie-besant/ |
short pamphlet annie besant well known british women s rights activist lays british marriage laws time opposes view married women mere property husbands virtually rights own makes suggestions improvement marriage law footed equality sexes second part pamphlet advocates law governing full divorce instead separation husband wife church granting unwillingly all br br although pamphlet written 1882 besants views equality men women marriage divorce law surprisingly modern ideas shared parenting case divorce realised recently |
| 4317 |
4291 |
4759 |
Diary of a Dead Officer |
Arthur Graeme West |
Biography & Autobiography, Religion, Atheism & Agnosticism |
<br />Published posthumously in 1919, this collection of diary entries presents a scathing picture of army life and is said to be one of the most vivid accounts of daily life in the trenches. It chronicles West's increasing disillusion with war and his move toward pacifist and atheist beliefs. The final part consists of his powerful war poems, including <i>God, How I Hate You, You Young Cheerful Men</i>, and <i>Night Patrol</i>. West was killed by a sniper in 1917. In view of some of his poems, one wonders if death was not unwelcome. (Introduction adapted from Wikipedia by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-a-dead-officer-by-arthur-graeme-west/ |
br published posthumously 1919 collection diary entries presents scathing picture army life said one vivid accounts daily life trenches chronicles west s increasing disillusion war move toward pacifist atheist beliefs final part consists powerful war poems including i god hate you young cheerful men i i night patrol i west killed sniper 1917 view poems one wonders death unwelcome introduction adapted wikipedia ruth golding br br |
| 4318 |
4292 |
4760 |
Lines: We Meet Not As We Parted |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Lines: "We Meet Not As We Parted," by Percy Bysshe Shelley. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 3rd, 2010.</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/lines-we-meet-not-as-we-parted-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings lines we meet parted percy bysshe shelley weekly poetry project october 3rd 2010 p |
| 4319 |
4293 |
4761 |
Americans and Others |
Agnes Repplier |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of sometimes biting, always clever commentaries on some of life's foibles -- as apt today as when Ms. Repplier wrote them in 1912. Though less know to modern readers, Repplier was in her prime ranked among the likes of Willa Cather. Note: Section 13 contains the word niggards. I put it in print here so that it will not be mistaken for a racial epithet when heard. (written by Mary Schneider) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/americans-and-others-by-agnes-repplier/ |
collection sometimes biting always clever commentaries life s foibles apt today ms repplier wrote 1912 though less know modern readers repplier prime ranked among likes willa cather note section 13 contains word niggards put print mistaken racial epithet heard written mary schneider |
| 4320 |
4306 |
4774 |
All of Grace |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>HE WHO SPOKE and wrote this message will be greatly disappointed if it does not lead many to the Lord Jesus. It is sent forth in childlike dependence upon the power of God the Holy Ghost, to use it in the conversion of millions, if so He pleases. No doubt many poor men and women will take up this little volume, and the Lord will visit them with grace. To answer this end, the very plainest language has been chosen, and many homely expressions have been used. But if those of wealth and rank should glance at this book, the Holy Ghost can impress them also; since that which can be understood by the unlettered is none the less attractive to the instructed. Oh that some might read it who will become great winners of souls! <br></br>\n\nWho knows how many will find their way to peace by what they read here? A more important question to you, dear reader, is this – Will you be one of them? (From All of Grace)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/all-of-grace-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
p he spoke wrote message greatly disappointed lead many lord jesus sent forth childlike dependence upon power god holy ghost use conversion millions pleases doubt many poor men women take little volume lord visit grace answer end plainest language chosen many homely expressions used wealth rank glance book holy ghost impress also since understood unlettered none less attractive instructed oh might read become great winners souls br br knows many find way peace read here important question you dear reader one them from grace p |
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4294 |
4762 |
Bible (KJV) NT 14: 2 Thessalonians |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Second Epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians, often referred to as Second Thessalonians and written 2 Thessalonians, is a book from the New Testament of the Christian Bible.<br><br>The traditional view is that the second epistle to the Thessalonians was probably written from Corinth not many months after the first. Apparently the first letter was misunderstood, especially regarding the second advent of Christ. The Thessalonians had embraced the idea that Paul had taught that "the day of Christ was at hand", that Christ's coming was about to occur. This error is corrected (2:1-12), and the apostle announces what first must take place before the end times. The "Great Apostasy" is first mentioned here as is the "Katechon".<br><br>A passage from this book reading "For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat", (2 Thess. 3:10), was later adapted by Vladimir Lenin as an adage of the Soviet Union, He who does not work, neither shall he eat. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-thessalonians-kjv-by-king-james-version/ |
p the second epistle paul thessalonians often referred second thessalonians written 2 thessalonians book new testament christian bible br br the traditional view second epistle thessalonians probably written corinth many months first apparently first letter misunderstood especially regarding second advent christ thessalonians embraced idea paul taught the day christ hand christ s coming occur error corrected 2 1 12 apostle announces first must take place end times great apostasy first mentioned katechon br br a passage book reading for even you commanded you would work neither eat 2 thess 3 10 later adapted vladimir lenin adage soviet union work neither shall eat introduction wikipedia p |
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4295 |
4763 |
Ashiel Mystery - A Detective Story |
Mrs. Charles Bryce |
Detective Fiction |
Just as the adopted Juliet Byrne finds out the truth about her family, her father is murdered. Luckily the brilliant chocolate-munching Detective Gimblet takes up the case to solve the 'Ashiel Mystery' (Summary by Carolin) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-ashiel-mystery-a-detective-story-by-mrs-charles-bryce/ |
adopted juliet byrne finds truth family father murdered luckily brilliant chocolate munching detective gimblet takes case solve ashiel mystery summary carolin |
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4296 |
4764 |
Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Volume II |
Horatio Nelson |
Letters |
<p>Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronté, KB (29 September 1758 – 21 October 1805) was an English flag officer famous for his service in the Royal Navy, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. He won several victories, including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, during which he was killed. These are the letters that he wrote to Lady Hamilton, with whom he was having a notorious affair until his death in 1805. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-lord-nelson-to-lady-hamilton-volume-2-by-horatio-nelson/ |
p horatio nelson 1st viscount nelson 1st duke bronté kb 29 september 1758 21 october 1805 english flag officer famous service royal navy particularly napoleonic wars several victories including battle trafalgar 1805 killed letters wrote lady hamilton notorious affair death 1805 summary wikipedia p |
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4297 |
4765 |
Scenes of Clerical Life |
George Eliot |
General Fiction |
Scenes of Clerical Life, which appeared in book form in 1858 (after serial publication in the previous year), was the first published fiction by George Eliot, the pen name for Mary Anne Evans. It consists of three novellas based on the lives of country clergymen and their communities. These characters interest Eliot not for their theology — she had abandoned conventional Christian belief — but for their humanity. In these stories, we find the earliest signs of the narrative voice, the humanism, and the realism that would make George Eliot one of the greatest novelists of the 1800s. (Introduction by Bruce Pirie)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-of-clerical-life-by-george-eliot/ |
scenes clerical life appeared book form 1858 after serial publication previous year first published fiction george eliot pen name mary anne evans consists three novellas based lives country clergymen communities characters interest eliot theology abandoned conventional christian belief humanity stories find earliest signs narrative voice humanism realism would make george eliot one greatest novelists 1800s introduction bruce pirie p |
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4298 |
4766 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 001 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>This is a collection of short pieces, fiction and non-fiction, chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-001-by-various/ |
p this collection short pieces fiction non fiction chosen recorded librivox volunteers summary leni p |
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4299 |
4767 |
Adventskalender 2010 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
<p>Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält ein Türchen für jeden Tag vom 1. bis zum 24. Dezember.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2010-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält ein türchen für jeden tag vom 1 bis zum 24 dezember p |
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4300 |
4768 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2010 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Christianity - Other |
<br />This multilingual Christmas Short Works Collection for 2010 contains public domain short stories, essays, poems and scripture passages recorded by a variety of LibriVox members in English, German and Portuguese.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-2010-by-various/ |
br this multilingual christmas short works collection 2010 contains public domain short stories essays poems scripture passages recorded variety librivox members english german portuguese br br |
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4301 |
4769 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2010 |
Various |
Music, Christianity - Other |
<br />LibriVox volunteers get into the festive spirit to bring you this year's selection of carols and Christmas music - both sacred and secular.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2010/ |
br librivox volunteers get festive spirit bring year s selection carols christmas music sacred secular br br |
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4307 |
4775 |
Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book 4 |
John Calvin |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Christianity - Other |
<i>Institutes of the Christian Religion</i> is John Calvin's seminal work on Protestant systematic theology. Highly influential in the Western world and still widely read by theological students today, it was published in Latin in 1536 and in his native French in 1541, with the definitive editions appearing in 1559 (Latin) and in 1560 (French).<br/><br/>\n\nThe book was written as an introductory textbook on the Protestant faith for those with some learning already and covered a broad range of theological topics from the doctrines of church and sacraments to justification by faith alone and Christian liberty, and it vigorously attacked the teachings of those Calvin considered unorthodox, particularly Roman Catholicism to which Calvin says he had been "strongly devoted" before his conversion to Protestantism. The over-arching theme of the book – and Calvin's greatest theological legacy – is the idea of God's total sovereignty, particularly in salvation and election.<br/><br/>\n\nThe Institutes are a primary reference for the system of doctrine adopted by the Reformed churches, usually called Calvinism. <br/><br/>\n\nBook Four of the Institutes discusses "the Church and the Communion of Saints, or of the external means or helps by which God invites us to fellowship with Christ, and keeps us in it." This includes Church government, with scathing denunciations of the Papacy and Catholic Church. (Summary from Wikipedia & TriciaG)<br/><br/> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/institutes-of-the-christian-religion-book-4-by-john-calvin |
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4302 |
4770 |
Journey of Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca |
Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca |
History , Travel & Geography |
Few stories of shipwreck and survival can equal that of the 16th century Spaniard Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca who, cast ashore near present day (USA) Tampa Bay, Florida, in 1528, survived eight years of hand-to-mouth existence among the Indians of the South and Southwest, and who walked on foot across the plains to the Pacific Coast, arriving in Mexico in 1536. In 1542 he published an account of his adventures, and the present reading is based on Fanny Bandelier’s English translation of that text.<br><br>\n\nCabeza de Vaca, along with three other survivors, two Spaniards and a North African (Estévanico, a black slave) endured incredible hardships. Cabeza da Vaca was, himself, at first enslaved by the Indians, forced to dig roots with his bare hands for food. However, he soon showed powers of adaptation that allowed him to survive. He became a trader, bartering “seashells and cockles” from the coast for hides, red ochre, flint, and deer hair tassels from the inland tribes. “Trade suited me well,” he writes, “because it gave me liberty to go where I pleased.” The Indians “rejoiced greatly when seeing me and I would bring them what they needed, and those who did not know me would desire and endeavor to meet me for sake of my fame.” Cabeza de Vaca’s “fame” soon grew to include a reputation as a healer. In return for his “cures,” the Indians gave him “all that they had,” which included food, often in perilously short supply.<br><br>\n\nThe success of the survivors’ final overland treck in search of Spanish settlement reflected their comprehension of Indian customs and values. They were passed along from one tribe to another, accompanied by an ontourage of friendly natives. At each stop, Cabeza de Vaca saw to it that the food and presents he received were distributed to his followers by their chiefs, thus ensuring their loyalty.<br><br>\n\nAfter eight years among the Indians, Cabeza de Vaca had a hard time adjusting to “civilization.” He writes that the Spanish governor in Mexico “received us very well, giving us what he had, for us to dress in; but for many days I could bear no clothing, nor could we sleep except on the bare floor.” His first person narrative is an exciting tale of survival “against the odds.”<br>\n(Introduction by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-journey-of-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca-by-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca/ |
stories shipwreck survival equal 16th century spaniard alvar núñez cabeza de vaca who cast ashore near present day usa tampa bay florida 1528 survived eight years hand to mouth existence among indians south southwest walked foot across plains pacific coast arriving mexico 1536 1542 published account adventures present reading based fanny bandelier s english translation text br br cabeza de vaca along three survivors two spaniards north african estévanico black slave endured incredible hardships cabeza da vaca was himself first enslaved indians forced dig roots bare hands food however soon showed powers adaptation allowed survive became trader bartering seashells cockles coast hides red ochre flint deer hair tassels inland tribes trade suited well writes because gave liberty go pleased indians rejoiced greatly seeing would bring needed know would desire endeavor meet sake fame cabeza de vaca s fame soon grew include reputation healer return cures indians gave all had included food often perilously short supply br br success survivors final overland treck search spanish settlement reflected comprehension indian customs values passed along one tribe another accompanied ontourage friendly natives stop cabeza de vaca saw food presents received distributed followers chiefs thus ensuring loyalty br br eight years among indians cabeza de vaca hard time adjusting civilization writes spanish governor mexico received us well giving us had us dress in many days could bear clothing could sleep except bare floor first person narrative exciting tale survival against odds br introduction sue anderson p |
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4303 |
4771 |
House with the Green Shutters |
George Douglas Brown |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Satire |
<p>The House with the Green Shutters is a novel by the Scottish writer George Douglas Brown, first published in 1901 by John MacQueen. Set in mid-19th century Ayrshire, in the fictitious town of Barbie which is based on his native Ochiltree, it consciously violates the conventions of the sentimental kailyard school, and is sometimes quoted as an influence on the Scottish Renaissance. <br/>\n\nThe novel describes the struggles of a proud and taciturn carrier, John Gourlay, against the spiteful comments and petty machinations of the envious and idle villagers of Barbie (the "bodies"). (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p>\n\n*additional PL by Linette Geisel |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-with-the-green-shutters-by-george-douglas-brown/ |
p the house green shutters novel scottish writer george douglas brown first published 1901 john macqueen set mid 19th century ayrshire fictitious town barbie based native ochiltree consciously violates conventions sentimental kailyard school sometimes quoted influence scottish renaissance br novel describes struggles proud taciturn carrier john gourlay spiteful comments petty machinations envious idle villagers barbie the bodies introduction wikipedia p additional pl linette geisel |
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4304 |
4772 |
Über Psychoanalyse |
Sigmund Freud |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Science |
Sigmund Freud war ein österreichischer Neurologe, der als der Begründer der Psychoanalyse gilt. "Über Psychoanalyse" ist eine Serie von fünf Vorlesungen die Freud zum 20jährigen Jubiläum der Clark University in Worchester, Massachussetts gehalten hat. In den Vorlesungen bespricht er Themen wie z. B. die Entstehung und das Ziel der Psychoanalyse; Traumdeutung und Hypnose; Verdrängung und Neurose sowie Sexualität. </p>\n\nSigmund Freud was an Austrian Neurologist, who is revered as the father of Psychoanalysis. "Über Psychoanalyse" is a series of five lectures Freud gave at the occasion of the 20th anniversary of Clark University in Worchester, Mass. The lectures cover topics like the origin and the goal of psychoanalyis; interpretation of dreams and hypnosis; repression, neurosis as well as sexuality. </p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/uber-psychoanalyse-by-sigmund-freud/ |
sigmund freud war ein österreichischer neurologe der als der begründer der psychoanalyse gilt über psychoanalyse ist eine serie von fünf vorlesungen die freud zum 20jährigen jubiläum der clark university worchester massachussetts gehalten hat den vorlesungen bespricht er themen wie z b die entstehung und das ziel der psychoanalyse traumdeutung und hypnose verdrängung und neurose sowie sexualität p sigmund freud austrian neurologist revered father psychoanalysis über psychoanalyse series five lectures freud gave occasion 20th anniversary clark university worchester mass lectures cover topics like origin goal psychoanalyis interpretation dreams hypnosis repression neurosis well sexuality p |
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4305 |
4773 |
Henry V |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>After the turmoil and uncertainty of Henry IV a new era appears to dawn for England with the accession of the eponymous Henry V. In this sunny pageant Chorus guides us along Henry's glittering carpet ride of success as the new king completes his transformation from rebellious wastrel to a truly regal potentate. Of course, there is an underlying feeling that the good times won't last, and this is all the more reason to enjoy the Indian summer before the protracted and bitter fall of the house of Lancaster. (Introduction by Algy Pug)</p>\n<br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Alice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4512">Caroline Sophie</a><br>Archbishop of Canterbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5485">Sean Randall</a><br>Bardolph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Bates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Bishop of Ely: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1817">Aldor</a><br>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Constable of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Court: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Duke of Bedford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Duke of Bourbon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Duke of Burgundy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Duke of Exeter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Duke of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4344">Tadhg Hynes</a><br>Duke of Orleans: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Duke of York: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Earl of Cambridge: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Earl of Salisbury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Earl of Warwick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Earl of Westmoreland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>First Ambassador: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Fluellen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>French soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Governor of Harfleur: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Gower: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Grandpre: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Henry V: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Hostess Quickly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Jamy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5379">lennich</a><br>Katharine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">ezwa</a><br>King of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5700">Paul Adams</a><br>Lewis the Dauphin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Lord Scroop: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Macmorris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4344">Tadhg Hynes</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Montjoy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Nym: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>Pistol: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Queen Isabel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Rambures: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sir Thomas Erpingham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Sir Thomas Grey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Williams: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5687">Ty Unglebower</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/henry-v-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p after turmoil uncertainty henry iv new era appears dawn england accession eponymous henry v sunny pageant chorus guides us along henry s glittering carpet ride success new king completes transformation rebellious wastrel truly regal potentate course underlying feeling good times last reason enjoy indian summer protracted bitter fall house lancaster introduction algy pug p br strong cast strong br p alice a href http librivox org reader 4512 caroline sophie a br archbishop canterbury a href http librivox org reader 5485 sean randall a br bardolph a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br bates a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br bishop ely a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br boy a href http librivox org reader 1817 aldor a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br constable france a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br court a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br duke bedford a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br duke bourbon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br duke burgundy a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br duke exeter a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br duke gloucester a href http librivox org reader 4344 tadhg hynes a br duke orleans a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br duke york a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br earl cambridge a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br earl salisbury a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br earl warwick a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br earl westmoreland a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br first ambassador a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br fluellen a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br french soldier a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br governor harfleur a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br gower a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br grandpre a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br henry v a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br herald a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br hostess quickly a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jamy a href http librivox org reader 5379 lennich a br katharine a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br king france a href http librivox org reader 5700 paul adams a br lewis dauphin a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br lord scroop a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br macmorris a href http librivox org reader 4344 tadhg hynes a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br montjoy a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br nym a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br pistol a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br queen isabel a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br rambures a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sir thomas erpingham a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br sir thomas grey a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br williams a href http librivox org reader 5687 ty unglebower a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
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4308 |
4776 |
Anatomy of Melancholy Volume 3 |
Robert Burton |
Health & Fitness, Psychology |
<p>The Anatomy of Melancholy is a book by Robert Burton, first published in 1621. On its surface, the book is a medical textbook in which Burton applies his large and varied learning in the scholastic manner to the subject of melancholia (which includes what is now termed clinical depression).<br/><br/>\n\nThough presented as a medical text, The Anatomy of Melancholy is as much a sui generis work of literature as it is a scientific or philosophical text, and Burton addresses far more than his stated subject. In fact, the Anatomy uses melancholy as the lens through which all human emotion and thought may be scrutinized, and virtually the entire contents of a 17th-century library are marshalled into service of this goal.<br/><br/>\n\nBurton is forthright about his intentions in writing the Anatomy — "I write of melancholy by being busy to avoid melancholy," he concedes. This acknowledged desire to distract and amuse himself motivated Burton to produce a wide-ranging document, containing digressions and commentary. Whatever its strengths as a medical text or as a historical document, it is the Anatomy's vast breadth — addressing topics such as digestion, goblins, the geography of America, and others — and the particularly characteristic voice of its author that are most commonly cited by its admirers as the main sources of its appeal. Both satirical and serious in tone, the Anatomy is "vitalized by (Burton's) pervading humour", and Burton's digressive and inclusive style, often verging on a stream of consciousness, consistently informs and animates the text. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1621 |
https://librivox.org/the-anatomy-of-melancholy-volume-3-by-robert-burton/ |
p the anatomy melancholy book robert burton first published 1621 surface book medical textbook burton applies large varied learning scholastic manner subject melancholia which includes termed clinical depression br br though presented medical text anatomy melancholy much sui generis work literature scientific philosophical text burton addresses far stated subject fact anatomy uses melancholy lens human emotion thought may scrutinized virtually entire contents 17th century library marshalled service goal br br burton forthright intentions writing anatomy i write melancholy busy avoid melancholy concedes acknowledged desire distract amuse motivated burton produce wide ranging document containing digressions commentary whatever strengths medical text historical document anatomy s vast breadth addressing topics digestion goblins geography america others particularly characteristic voice author commonly cited admirers main sources appeal satirical serious tone anatomy vitalized burton s pervading humour burton s digressive inclusive style often verging stream consciousness consistently informs animates text summary wikipedia p |
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4309 |
4777 |
Helden des Dampfes |
Karl May |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Der dreiteilige Aufsatz über Die Helden des Dampfes wurde mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit von Karl May verfaßt und veröffentlicht in Schacht und Hütte. Blätter zur Unterhaltung und Belehrung für Berg- Hütten- und Maschinenarbeiter. (Dresden 1875). Eine Zeitschrift, die 1875/76 etwa ein Jahr lang von Karl May als Redakteur konzipiert und betreut wurde und im Verlag H. G. Münchmeyer erschien.<br><br>\nDer Aufsatz erschien im 1. Jahrgang aufgeteilt auf die Nummern 2, 4 und 7. Bereits in der Nummer 1 erschien zudem ein Aufsatz mit dem Titel Mit Dampf um den Erdball, welcher hier als Anhang mit aufgenommen wurde. (Zusammenfassung von Karl-May-Wiki und Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/die-helden-des-dampfes-by-karl-may/ |
p der dreiteilige aufsatz über die helden des dampfes wurde mit hoher wahrscheinlichkeit von karl may verfaßt und veröffentlicht schacht und hütte blätter zur unterhaltung und belehrung für berg hütten und maschinenarbeiter dresden 1875 eine zeitschrift die 1875 76 etwa ein jahr lang von karl may als redakteur konzipiert und betreut wurde und im verlag h g münchmeyer erschien br br der aufsatz erschien im 1 jahrgang aufgeteilt auf die nummern 2 4 und 7 bereits der nummer 1 erschien zudem ein aufsatz mit dem titel mit dampf um den erdball welcher hier als anhang mit aufgenommen wurde zusammenfassung von karl may wiki und wassermann p |
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4310 |
4778 |
Elementary Greek Grammar |
Raphael Kühner |
Language learning |
We have followed the Grammars of Kühner, known as his "Large" and "School" Grammars. [...] Omitting the learned dissertations and numerous details of the original, we have endeavored to furnish to the student, in a concise and simple form, whatever is of general application." (From the Foreword by Charles O'Leary)</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/an-elementary-greek-grammar-by-raphael-kuehner/ |
followed grammars kühner known large school grammars omitting learned dissertations numerous details original endeavored furnish student concise simple form whatever general application from foreword charles o leary p |
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4311 |
4779 |
Universal Religion: Bahaism - Its Rise and Social Import |
Hippolyte Dreyfus-Barney |
Other religions |
“Bahaism is not a new religion,” writes Hippolyte Dreyfus-Barney, “It is religion renewed… it does not pretend to represent the whole Truth; on the contrary, it recognises Truth in fundamental principles which are the basis of all former dispensations, and which for that very reason form the standpoint of concord too long lost sight of. And it requires people to renounce ancient superstitions, to abandon the dead letter in order to be penetrated by the living and vivifying spirit, then by that very means it confirms the original purity of their religion, whilst helping them to know and love everything profoundly beautiful in the others… it will suffice for me to indicate that the Bahais believe that from all eternity God has raised up among human creatures higher beings who have inculcated mankind with the great moral principles on which societies are founded, and have thus been the supreme guides of its evolution.”\n\nHippolyte Dreyfus earned his doctorate in law in February 1898 and became the first French Bahá’í in 1901. In 1903 he gave up his legal career to devote himself to oriental studies. He enrolled at the École pratique des hautes études university in Paris, where he studied Arabic and Persian to be able to translate the Bahá’í writings into French. He was one of the only Western Bahá’ís of his generation to received such formal training. He was the author of numerous books, articles and translations of the Bahá’í faith. Dreyfus-Barney attained in September 1902 with an American Bahá’í, Lua Getsinger, an audience with Muzaffaru’d-Din Shah in Paris. During this meeting the Shah was personally handed a petition to protect their co-religionists in Iran. After his marriage (1911) with the American Bahá’í Laura Clifford Barney, he adopted the name Dreyfus-Barney. He also traveled to numerous countries and represented the Bahá’ís in legal disputes. He died on 20 December 1928 and was buried in the Montmartre Cemetery in Paris. He was posthumously appointed by Shoghi Effendi as one of the 19 Disciples of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Please note that the term Bahaism is no longer used by Bahá’ís. The appropriate term is the Bahá’í Faith. (Introduction by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-universal-religion-bahaism-its-rise-and-social-import-by-hippolyte-dreyfus-barney/ |
bahaism new religion writes hippolyte dreyfus barney it religion renewed pretend represent whole truth contrary recognises truth fundamental principles basis former dispensations reason form standpoint concord long lost sight of requires people renounce ancient superstitions abandon dead letter order penetrated living vivifying spirit means confirms original purity religion whilst helping know love everything profoundly beautiful others suffice indicate bahais believe eternity god raised among human creatures higher beings inculcated mankind great moral principles societies founded thus supreme guides evolution hippolyte dreyfus earned doctorate law february 1898 became first french bahá í 1901 1903 gave legal career devote oriental studies enrolled école pratique des hautes études university paris studied arabic persian able translate bahá í writings french one western bahá ís generation received formal training author numerous books articles translations bahá í faith dreyfus barney attained september 1902 american bahá í lua getsinger audience muzaffaru d din shah paris meeting shah personally handed petition protect co religionists iran marriage 1911 american bahá í laura clifford barney adopted name dreyfus barney also traveled numerous countries represented bahá ís legal disputes died 20 december 1928 buried montmartre cemetery paris posthumously appointed shoghi effendi one 19 disciples abdu l bahá please note term bahaism longer used bahá ís appropriate term bahá í faith introduction nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 4338 |
4312 |
4780 |
Briefe Teil 1 (Epistulae morales ad Lucilium) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Epistulae morales ad Lucilium sind eine Sammlung von 124 Briefen. <br /><br />In den Briefen erteilt Seneca Ratschläge, wie Lucilius, von dem lange Zeit vermutet wurde, er wäre eine fiktive Gestalt, zu einem besseren Stoiker werden könnte. Sicher ist, dass Seneca die Briefe als Mittel benutzte, um verschiedene Aspekte seiner Philosophie darzustellen. Zugleich eröffnen die Texte auch einen Einblick in das Alltagsleben des antiken Rom. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) <br /><br />Wegen Mängel in den PDF Ausgaben wurden die Briefe jeweils von zwei Quelltexten vorgelesen:<br />Briefe 1 - 32: Text 1 & 2<br />Briefe 33 - 65: Text 2 & 3 </p> |
German |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/briefe-epistulae-morales-ad-lucilium-1-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
epistulae morales ad lucilium sind eine sammlung von 124 briefen br br in den briefen erteilt seneca ratschläge wie lucilius von dem lange zeit vermutet wurde er wäre eine fiktive gestalt zu einem besseren stoiker werden könnte sicher ist dass seneca die briefe als mittel benutzte um verschiedene aspekte seiner philosophie darzustellen zugleich eröffnen die texte auch einen einblick das alltagsleben des antiken rom zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br wegen mängel den pdf ausgaben wurden die briefe jeweils von zwei quelltexten vorgelesen br briefe 1 32 text 1 2 br briefe 33 65 text 2 3 p |
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4313 |
4781 |
American Psychology, 1900-1922 |
Various |
Psychology |
This is the first of what is intended to be three projects featuring journal articles which chart the development of psychology as an academic discipline in the United States during the twentieth century. This first collection begins with an appraisal of functionalism by William James and takes in: early contributions to educational psychology; works of early feminist psychologists; discussions of behaviourism and pragmatism. Also included is Watson and Rayer's famous 1920 "Little Albert" study. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/american-psychology-1900-1922/ |
first intended three projects featuring journal articles chart development psychology academic discipline united states twentieth century first collection begins appraisal functionalism william james takes in early contributions educational psychology works early feminist psychologists discussions behaviourism pragmatism also included watson rayer s famous 1920 little albert study summary carl manchester p |
| 4340 |
4314 |
4782 |
St. Nikolaas en zijn knecht |
Jan Schenkman |
Children's Fiction, Poetry |
Jan Schenkman staat bekend als de waarschijnlijke bedenker van het moderne Sinterklaasfeest als pedagogisch kinderfeest. In zijn prentenboek Sint Nicolaas en zijn knecht (Amsterdam, 1850 en herdrukken tenminste in 1880, 1885 en 1907) voerde hij nieuwe elementen in als de stoomboot uit Spanje, Zwarte Piet met zak en roe, het rijden van Sint over de daken en het gooien van pakjes door de schoorstenen. (Samenvatting door Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/st-nikolaas-en-zijn-knecht-by-jan-schenkman |
jan schenkman staat bekend als de waarschijnlijke bedenker van het moderne sinterklaasfeest als pedagogisch kinderfeest zijn prentenboek sint nicolaas en zijn knecht amsterdam 1850 en herdrukken tenminste 1880 1885 en 1907 voerde hij nieuwe elementen als de stoomboot uit spanje zwarte piet met zak en roe het rijden van sint de daken en het gooien van pakjes door de schoorstenen samenvatting door wikipedia p |
| 4341 |
4315 |
4783 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 5 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In the fifth volume, we find stories written by German, Russian and Scandinavian authors. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-5-by-various/ |
six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript fifth volume find stories written german russian scandinavian authors summary leni p |
| 4342 |
4316 |
4784 |
Abandoned Room |
Wadsworth Camp |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>The mystery of a secret room, scene of many murders, is unraveled by Carlos Paredes, the Panamanian Sherlock Holmes. (Summary by manybooks.net)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-abandoned-room-by-wadsworth-camp/ |
p the mystery secret room scene many murders unraveled carlos paredes panamanian sherlock holmes summary manybooks net p |
| 4343 |
4317 |
4785 |
אהבת ציון Love of Zion |
אברהם מאפו Abraham Mapu |
General Fiction, Romance |
Abraham Mapu was born in 1808 near Kaunas, today in Lithuania. He worked as a teacher and later joined the Jewish enlightenment movement. In 1853 he published his first book, <i>Love of Zion</i>, which has been regarded as the first secular novel written in biblical Hebrew. It takes place at the time of the First Temple covering love stories of Yoram, his wives and his children. The book had a profound influence on Jewish youth in Eastern Europe at the time of the emergent Zionist movement. (Summary by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/love-of-zion-by-abraham-mapu/ |
abraham mapu born 1808 near kaunas today lithuania worked teacher later joined jewish enlightenment movement 1853 published first book i love zion i regarded first secular novel written biblical hebrew takes place time first temple covering love stories yoram wives children book profound influence jewish youth eastern europe time emergent zionist movement summary omri lernau p |
| 4344 |
4318 |
4786 |
Lines Written From Home |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <i>Lines Written From Home</i> by Anne Brontë. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 3rd, 2010.<br /><br /> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/lines-written-from-home-by-anne-bronte/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings i lines written home i anne brontë weekly poetry project october 3rd 2010 br br |
| 4345 |
4319 |
4787 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 042 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-042-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4346 |
4320 |
4788 |
Merry Autumn |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Merry Autumn by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 10th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/merry-autumn-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings merry autumn paul laurence dunbar fortnightly poetry project october 10th 2010 p |
| 4347 |
4321 |
4789 |
That Mother-in-Law of Mine |
Anonymous |
General Fiction |
<p>Here we were, only a month married, and spending our honeymoon at a most charming summer resort, where there was no excuse for getting out of patience. Everything was beautiful and attractive: Little hotel, strange to say, quite delightful; no fault to find with surroundings and accommodations; my darling Bessie, as sweet as an angel and determined to be happy and to make me happy; everything, in short, calculated to give us a long summer of delight. <br/>That is, if Bessie had only been an orphan. But there was her mother, who had joined us on our summer trip, after the first two weeks of unalloyed happiness, and threatened to accompany us through life. (excerpt from chapter 1)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/that-mother-in-law-of-mine-by-anonymous/ |
p here were month married spending honeymoon charming summer resort excuse getting patience everything beautiful attractive little hotel strange say quite delightful fault find surroundings accommodations darling bessie sweet angel determined happy make happy everything short calculated give us long summer delight br that is bessie orphan mother joined us summer trip first two weeks unalloyed happiness threatened accompany us life excerpt chapter 1 p |
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4322 |
4790 |
Red Arrows in the Night |
Daniel A. Lord |
Detective Fiction, Religious Fiction |
<p>The Scarlet Archer of Agincourt is claimed by the Erkenwold’s as their family ghost. Tradition held that the death of an important Erkenwold was always heralded by the apparition of the Scarlet Archer. Now in the early years of WWII, the archer has made an appearance on the family estate on the US coast. Is it a ghost or something more sinister, and what does he or she want?<br><br>This mystery novel was written by Daniel A Lord, S.J., who was a popular American Catholic writer. The subjects of the works in his bibliography range from religion, humor, plays, songs, mysteries and even politics. His most influential work was possibly in drafting the 1930 Production Code for motion pictures. (Introduction by Maria Therese and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1943 |
https://librivox.org/red-arrows-in-the-night-by-daniel-a-lord/ |
p the scarlet archer agincourt claimed erkenwold s family ghost tradition held death important erkenwold always heralded apparition scarlet archer early years wwii archer made appearance family estate us coast ghost something sinister want br br this mystery novel written daniel lord s j popular american catholic writer subjects works bibliography range religion humor plays songs mysteries even politics influential work possibly drafting 1930 production code motion pictures introduction maria therese wikipedia p |
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4323 |
4791 |
Rise of Silas Lapham |
William Dean Howells |
General Fiction |
<i>The Rise of Silas Lapham</i> is the most widely read of W.D. Howells’ novels. An example of literary realism, the story is about a farmer (Silas Lapham) who launches a very successful paint business, and moves his family up the social ladder of Boston. Lapham, however, is not one of the new types of American businessman, the ruthless plutocrat, rather he is the old-fashioned trustworthy Yankee trader, and the story deals with how he fares in the industrial capitalist environment. It is also a novel of manners, telling the story of the courtship of a daughter, and the difficulties the family deals with in attempting to move from one social class to another. (Summary by Margaret Espaillat)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-of-silas-lapham-by-william-dean-howells/ |
i the rise silas lapham i widely read w d howells novels example literary realism story farmer silas lapham launches successful paint business moves family social ladder boston lapham however one new types american businessman ruthless plutocrat rather old fashioned trustworthy yankee trader story deals fares industrial capitalist environment also novel manners telling story courtship daughter difficulties family deals attempting move one social class another summary margaret espaillat p |
| 4350 |
4324 |
4792 |
Easy Lessons in Einstein |
Edwin E. Slosson |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Published in 1920, Slosson’s Easy Lessons in Einstein is one of the first popularizations of Einstein’s theory of relativity. This book is meant to convey to the general reader the ideas of relativity in non-mathematical terms, by the use of thought experiements and pop-cultural references of the day. This edition also includes a short article by Einstein on Time, Space and Gravitation. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/easy-lessons-in-einstein-by-edwin-e-slosson/ |
published 1920 slosson s easy lessons einstein one first popularizations einstein s theory relativity book meant convey general reader ideas relativity non mathematical terms use thought experiements pop cultural references day edition also includes short article einstein time space gravitation summary joed p |
| 4351 |
4325 |
4793 |
Old Peabody Pew |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
General Fiction, Romance, *Non-fiction |
<p>A sweet, old fashioned Christmas romance set in an old New England meeting house. (Summary by Maria Therese)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-peabody-pew-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p a sweet old fashioned christmas romance set old new england meeting house summary maria therese p |
| 4352 |
4326 |
4794 |
Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) (version 2) |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humorous Fiction |
Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog), published in 1889, is a humorous account by Jerome K. Jerome of a boating holiday on the Thames between Kingston and Oxford. <br/>The book was initially intended to be a serious travel guide, with accounts of local history along the route, but the humorous elements took over to the point where the serious and somewhat sentimental passages seem a distraction to the comic novel. One of the most praised things about Three Men in a Boat is how undated it appears to modern readers — the jokes seem fresh and witty even today. \n(Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-in-a-boat-version-2-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
three men boat to say nothing dog published 1889 humorous account jerome k jerome boating holiday thames kingston oxford br the book initially intended serious travel guide accounts local history along route humorous elements took point serious somewhat sentimental passages seem distraction comic novel one praised things three men boat undated appears modern readers jokes seem fresh witty even today wikipedia p |
| 4353 |
4327 |
4795 |
Daniel Boone |
John Stevens Cabot Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>This is a detailed biography of the life and adventures of Daniel Boone. His accomplishments are brushed over in history classes these days and not given the recognition they deserve. This biography clearly paints a picture of the benevolent person of Daniel Boone as well as the achievements he made in furthering European settlement in America. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/daniel-boone-by-john-s-c-abbott/ |
p this detailed biography life adventures daniel boone accomplishments brushed history classes days given recognition deserve biography clearly paints picture benevolent person daniel boone well achievements made furthering european settlement america summary allyson hester p |
| 4354 |
4328 |
4796 |
Briefe Teil 2 (Epistulae morales ad Lucilium) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Epistulae morales ad Lucilium sind eine Sammlung von 124 Briefen. <br /><br />In den Briefen erteilt Seneca Ratschläge, wie Lucilius, von dem lange Zeit vermutet wurde, er wäre eine fiktive Gestalt, zu einem besseren Stoiker werden könnte. Sicher ist, dass Seneca die Briefe als Mittel benutzte, um verschiedene Aspekte seiner Philosophie darzustellen. Zugleich eröffnen die Texte auch einen Einblick in das Alltagsleben des antiken Rom. \n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia) <br /><br />Die Briefe 1 - 93 übersetzte August Pauly, die Briefe 94 -124 Adolf Haakh. <br />Briefe 66 - 79: Text (1) & (5) <br />Briefe 80 - 93: Text (2) & (5) <br />Briefe 94 - 107: Text (3) & (5) <br />Briefe 108 - 124: Text (4) & (5)<br /><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/briefe-epistulae-morales-ad-lucilium-1-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/" rel="nofollow">Briefe (Epistulae morales ad Lucilium) 1 (1-65)</a><br /><br /> |
German |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/briefe-epistulae-morales-ad-lucilium-2-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
epistulae morales ad lucilium sind eine sammlung von 124 briefen br br in den briefen erteilt seneca ratschläge wie lucilius von dem lange zeit vermutet wurde er wäre eine fiktive gestalt zu einem besseren stoiker werden könnte sicher ist dass seneca die briefe als mittel benutzte um verschiedene aspekte seiner philosophie darzustellen zugleich eröffnen die texte auch einen einblick das alltagsleben des antiken rom zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br die briefe 1 93 übersetzte august pauly die briefe 94 124 adolf haakh br briefe 66 79 text 1 5 br briefe 80 93 text 2 5 br briefe 94 107 text 3 5 br briefe 108 124 text 4 5 br br a href http librivox org briefe epistulae morales ad lucilium 1 by lucius annaeus seneca rel nofollow briefe epistulae morales ad lucilium 1 1 65 a br br |
| 4355 |
4329 |
4797 |
Finding of Jasper Holt |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Published 1900 onward, Christian Fiction |
Jasper Holt was a neglected child. As a consequence, he grew up to be angry and independent - generally good, but not caring what others thought of him... until he met Jean Grayson, the first truly good person he ever met. He knew she was out of reach to him due to his bad reputation. Her very existence and belief in him is motivation for him to change. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-finding-of-jasper-holt-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
jasper holt neglected child consequence grew angry independent generally good caring others thought him met jean grayson first truly good person ever met knew reach due bad reputation existence belief motivation change summary triciag |
| 4356 |
4331 |
4801 |
Great God Pan |
Arthur Machen |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>"The Great God Pan" is a novella written by Arthur Machen. A version of the story was published in the magazine Whirlwind in 1890, and Machen revised and extended it for its book publication (together with another story, "The Inmost Light") in 1894. On publication it was widely denounced by the press as degenerate and horrific because of its decadent style and sexual content, although it has since garnered a reputation as a classic of horror. Machen’s story was only one of many at the time to focus on Pan as a useful symbol for the power of nature and paganism. The title was taken from the poem "A Musical Instrument" published in 1862 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, in which the first line of every stanza ends "... the great god Pan."\n(via Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-god-pan-by-arthur-machen/ |
p the great god pan novella written arthur machen version story published magazine whirlwind 1890 machen revised extended book publication together another story the inmost light 1894 publication widely denounced press degenerate horrific decadent style sexual content although since garnered reputation classic horror machen s story one many time focus pan useful symbol power nature paganism title taken poem a musical instrument published 1862 elizabeth barrett browning first line every stanza ends great god pan via wikipedia p |
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4332 |
4802 |
Three Clerks |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The Three Clerks was Trollope’s sixth novel and was written mostly in railway carriages, since his work for the Post Office still entailed a good deal of travelling; to make life easier for himself, Trollope had devised what he called his ‘tablet’, a square block which he rested upon his knees in such a way that he could write in complete comfort. The story is drawn from his memories of his work (as a clerk) at the GPO in St Martin-le-Grand, and it is considered the most autobiographical of Trollope’s novels – a story of the differing fortunes of 3 young men working at “Weights and Measures” and their relationships with a family of 3 sisters. (Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-clerks-by-anthony-trollope/ |
three clerks trollope s sixth novel written mostly railway carriages since work post office still entailed good deal travelling make life easier himself trollope devised called tablet square block rested upon knees way could write complete comfort story drawn memories work as clerk gpo st martin le grand considered autobiographical trollope s novels story differing fortunes 3 young men working weights measures relationships family 3 sisters summary annise p |
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4333 |
4803 |
How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York |
Jacob A. Riis |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
<i>How the Other Half Lives: Studies Among the Tenements of New York</i> (1890) was a pioneering work of photojournalism by Jacob Riis, documenting the squalid living conditions in New York City slums in the 1880s. It served as a basis for future muckraking journalism by exposing the slums to New York City’s upper and middle class. The title of the book is a reference to a phrase of François Rabelais, who wrote in <i>Pantagruel</i>: "one half of the world does not know how the other half lives". (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/how-the-other-half-lives-by-jacob-riis/ |
i how half lives studies among tenements new york i 1890 pioneering work photojournalism jacob riis documenting squalid living conditions new york city slums 1880s served basis future muckraking journalism exposing slums new york city s upper middle class title book reference phrase françois rabelais wrote i pantagruel i one half world know half lives summary wikipedia p |
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4334 |
4804 |
Divine Enchantment |
John Neihardt |
Poetry |
<p>\nWhen the princess Devanaguy falls into a deep trance-like sleep, she is visited by the god Vishnu: who causes her to fall pregnant with his holy child, Christna.\nDevanaguy’s sleep is prolonged supernaturally by Vishnu: allowing the god to relate to her his divine secrets through a series of ecstatic visions. Among the mysteries revealed to Devanaguy, she is shown how the gods will shortly powerfully intervene directly in human affairs. When the princess finally re-awakens: she is awestruck by her experiences, and bursts into a spontaneous rhapsody of praise.\nThroughout her rapturous intercourse with Vishnu, Devanaguy boldly continues to desire answers to mankind's profoundest questionings:\n- is it possible for mere mortals to comprehend the divine wisdom of the gods?\n- can be it really be true that divine beings care enough for mankind to want to intervene in human affairs: to do them good?\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-divine-enchantment-by-john-neihardt/ |
p princess devanaguy falls deep trance like sleep visited god vishnu causes fall pregnant holy child christna devanaguy s sleep prolonged supernaturally vishnu allowing god relate divine secrets series ecstatic visions among mysteries revealed devanaguy shown gods shortly powerfully intervene directly human affairs princess finally re awakens awestruck experiences bursts spontaneous rhapsody praise throughout rapturous intercourse vishnu devanaguy boldly continues desire answers mankind s profoundest questionings possible mere mortals comprehend divine wisdom gods really true divine beings care enough mankind want intervene human affairs good introduction godsend p |
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4335 |
4805 |
Miss Billy |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>Mr. Neilson was determined to name his first child after his boyhood chum, William Henshaw. When the baby disappointed him by being a girl, he was consoled by naming her Billy. Miss Billy, now 18, orphaned and all alone in the world, takes her lawyer’s suggestion to ask her namesake to take her in. Only one little problem – Mr. Henshaw did not know of her existence, and then mistakenly thinks that Billy is a boy! <br></br>\nEleanor H. Porter was an early 20th century author of children’s literature and novels. Her most well known book was “Pollyanna” and it’s sequel, “Pollyanna Grows Up”. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/miss-billy-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
p mr neilson determined name first child boyhood chum william henshaw baby disappointed girl consoled naming billy miss billy 18 orphaned alone world takes lawyer s suggestion ask namesake take in one little problem mr henshaw know existence mistakenly thinks billy boy br br eleanor h porter early 20th century author children s literature novels well known book pollyanna it s sequel pollyanna grows up summary maria therese p |
| 4361 |
4390 |
4861 |
What is Property? An Inquiry into the Principle of Right and of Government |
Pierre-Joseph Proudhon |
Political Science |
What Is Property?: or, An Inquiry into the Principle of Right and of Government (French: Qu'est-ce que la propriété ? ou Recherche sur le principe du Droit et du Gouvernment) is an influential work of nonfiction on the concept of property and its relation to anarchist philosophy by the French anarchist and mutualist Pierre-Joseph Proudhon, first published in 1840.\nIn the book, Proudhon most famously declared that “property is theft”. Proudhon believed that the common conception of property conflated two distinct components which, once identified, demonstrated the difference between property used to further tyranny and property used to protect liberty. He argued that the result of an individual's labor which is currently occupied or used is a legitimate form of property. Thus, he opposed unused land being regarded as property, believing that land can only be rightfully possessed by use or occupation (which he called "possession"). As an extension of his belief that legitimate property (possession) was the result of labor and occupation, he argued against such institutions as interest on loans and rent.<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/what-is-property-an-inquiry-into-the-principle-of-right-and-of-government-by-pierre-joseph-proudhon/ |
property or inquiry principle right government french qu est ce que la propriété ou recherche sur le principe du droit et du gouvernment influential work nonfiction concept property relation anarchist philosophy french anarchist mutualist pierre joseph proudhon first published 1840 book proudhon famously declared property theft proudhon believed common conception property conflated two distinct components which identified demonstrated difference property used tyranny property used protect liberty argued result individual s labor currently occupied used legitimate form property thus opposed unused land regarded property believing land rightfully possessed use occupation which called possession extension belief legitimate property possession result labor occupation argued institutions interest loans rent p |
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4336 |
4806 |
Antiquities of the Jews, Volume 4 |
Flavius Josephus |
History , Antiquity |
<p><i>Antiquities of the Jews</i> was a work published by the important Jewish historian Flavius Josephus about the year 93 or 94. <i>Antiquities of the Jews</i> is a history of the Jewish people, written in Greek for Josephus' gentile patrons. Beginning with the creation of Adam and Eve, it follows the events of the historical books of the Hebrew Bible, but sometimes omits or adds information. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n<br/><br/>\nVolume 4 contains Books 16-20; it begins with King Herod finishing the temple and ends with the beginning of the Jewish revolt against Nero (c. 20 BC - 66 AD).</p> |
English |
1737 |
https://librivox.org/the-antiquities-of-the-jews-vol-4-by-flavius-josephus/ |
p i antiquities jews i work published important jewish historian flavius josephus year 93 94 i antiquities jews i history jewish people written greek josephus gentile patrons beginning creation adam eve follows events historical books hebrew bible sometimes omits adds information summary wikipedia br br volume 4 contains books 16 20 begins king herod finishing temple ends beginning jewish revolt nero c 20 bc 66 ad p |
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4337 |
4807 |
Triste Fim de Policarpo Quaresma |
Lima Barreto |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Triste Fim de Policarpo Quaresma é um romance do pré-modernismo brasileiro e considerado por alguns o principal representante desse movimento.\nEscrito por Lima Barreto, foi levado a público pela primeira vez em folhetins, publicados, entre Agosto e Outubro de 1911, na edição da tarde do Jornal do Commercio do Rio de Janeiro. Em 1915, também no Rio de Janeiro, a obra foi pela primeira vez impressa em livro, em edição do autor.<br><br>O romance discute principalmente a questão do nacionalismo, mas também fala do abismo existente entre as pessoas idealistas e aquelas que se preocupam apenas com seus interesses e com sua vida comum. Com uma narrativa leve que em alguns pontos chega a ser cômica, mas sempre salpicada de pequenas críticas a vários aspectos da sociedade, a história se torna mais tensa apenas quando o autor analisa a loucura e no seu final, quando são feitas duras críticas ao positivismo e ao presidente Floriano Peixoto (1891-1894).<br><br>O autor optou por escrever a narrativa numa linguagem próxima à informal falada entre os cariocas. Ela se desenvolve em torno de Policarpo Quaresma, brasileiro extremamente nacionalista, e é dividida em três partes, cada uma contendo cinco capítulos. (Resumo extraído da Wikipedia)</p> |
Portuguese |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/triste-fim-de-policarpo-quaresma-by-lima-barreto/ |
p triste fim de policarpo quaresma é um romance pré modernismo brasileiro e considerado por alguns principal representante desse movimento escrito por lima barreto foi levado público pela primeira vez em folhetins publicados entre agosto e outubro de 1911 na edição da tarde jornal commercio rio de janeiro em 1915 também rio de janeiro obra foi pela primeira vez impressa em livro em edição autor br br o romance discute principalmente questão nacionalismo mas também fala abismo existente entre pessoas idealistas e aquelas que se preocupam apenas com seus interesses e com sua vida comum com uma narrativa leve que em alguns pontos chega ser cômica mas sempre salpicada de pequenas críticas vários aspectos da sociedade história se torna mais tensa apenas quando autor analisa loucura e seu final quando são feitas duras críticas ao positivismo e ao presidente floriano peixoto 1891 1894 br br o autor optou por escrever narrativa numa linguagem próxima à informal falada entre os cariocas ela se desenvolve em torno de policarpo quaresma brasileiro extremamente nacionalista e é dividida em três partes cada uma contendo cinco capítulos resumo extraído da wikipedia p |
| 4364 |
4338 |
4808 |
göttliche Komödie - Das Fegefeuer |
Dante Alighieri |
Poetry |
Die Commedia, in späterer Zeit auch Divina Commedia („Göttliche Komödie“) genannt, ist das Hauptwerk des italienischen Dichters Dante Alighieri. Sie gilt als bedeutendste Dichtung der italienischen Literatur und als eines der größten Werke der Weltliteratur.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/die-gottliche-komodie-das-fegefeuer-by-dante-alighieri/ |
die commedia späterer zeit auch divina commedia göttliche komödie genannt ist das hauptwerk des italienischen dichters dante alighieri sie gilt als bedeutendste dichtung der italienischen literatur und als eines der größten werke der weltliteratur zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4365 |
4339 |
4809 |
Autumn |
John Clare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Autumn by John Clare . This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 17th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/autumn-by-john-clare/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings autumn john clare weekly poetry project october 17th 2010 p |
| 4366 |
4340 |
4810 |
Electra |
Sophocles |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Tragedy |
<p>Sophocles' play dramatizes the aftermath of Agamemnon's murder by his wife Clytemnestra and her lover Aegisthus. His daughter Electra is hungry for revenge and longs for the return of her brother Orestes to help her achieve her ends. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Old Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Orestes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Electra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5339">Lauren McCullough</a><br>Chrysothemis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Clytemnestra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2297">Philippa</a><br>Aegisthus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/electra-by-sophocles/ |
p sophocles play dramatizes aftermath agamemnon s murder wife clytemnestra lover aegisthus daughter electra hungry revenge longs return brother orestes help achieve ends summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br p old man a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br orestes a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br electra a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 5339 lauren mccullough a br chrysothemis a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br clytemnestra a href http librivox org reader 2297 philippa a br aegisthus a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4367 |
4341 |
4811 |
Fábulas, volume 2 |
Aesop |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Short Stories |
Esopo é um lendário autor grego, que teria vivido na Antigüidade, ao qual se atribui a paternidade da fábula como gênero literário.\nAs Fábulas de Esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos, como Fedro e La Fontaine.\nFabulista grego do século VI a.C.. O local de seu nascimento é incerto — Trácia, Frígia, Etiópia, Samos, e Sardes todas clamam a honra. Eventualmente morreu em Delfos. Na verdade, todos os dados referentes a Esopo são discutíveis e trata-se mais de um personagem lendário do que histórico.\nA única certeza é que as fábulas a ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por Demétrio de Falero, em 325 a.C..<br/><br/>\nEsopo teria sido um escravo, que foi libertado pelo seu dono, que ficou encantado com suas fábulas. Ao que tudo indica, viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu o Egito, a Babilónia e o Oriente. Concretamente, não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa.<br/><br/>\nEntretanto, foi-lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias, de carácter moral e alegórico, cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais. Na Atenas do século V a.C., essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas.<br/><br/>\nAs fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais (mas também de homens, deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas). Esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos. Os seus animais falam, cometem erros, são sábios ou tolos, maus ou bons, exatamente como os homens. A intenção de Esopo, em suas fábulas, era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir, para bem ou para mal.\nAssim como Homero, as fábulas de Esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos, por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor. Mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de Esopo é que as fábulas foram reunidas e escritas.<br/><br/>\n(Adaptado da wikipedia por Vicente)<br/><br/> |
Portuguese |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/fabulas-de-esopo-volume-2-by-esopo/ |
esopo é um lendário autor grego que teria vivido na antigüidade ao qual se atribui paternidade da fábula como gênero literário fábulas de esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos como fedro e la fontaine fabulista grego século vi a c local de seu nascimento é incerto trácia frígia etiópia samos e sardes todas clamam honra eventualmente morreu em delfos na verdade todos os dados referentes esopo são discutíveis e trata se mais de um personagem lendário que histórico única certeza é que fábulas ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por demétrio de falero em 325 a c br br esopo teria sido um escravo que foi libertado pelo seu dono que ficou encantado com suas fábulas ao que tudo indica viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu egito babilónia e oriente concretamente não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa br br entretanto foi lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias de carácter moral e alegórico cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais na atenas século v a c essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas br br fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais mas também de homens deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos os seus animais falam cometem erros são sábios ou tolos maus ou bons exatamente como os homens intenção de esopo em suas fábulas era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir para bem ou para mal assim como homero fábulas de esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de esopo é que fábulas foram reunidas e escritas br br adaptado da wikipedia por vicente br br |
| 4368 |
4391 |
4862 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 020 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
</p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, science, cooking, economics, education, humor, philosophy, nature and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-020-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history science cooking economics education humor philosophy nature religion summary j m smallheer p |
| 4369 |
4342 |
4812 |
Vera |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
General Fiction |
<p>Vera (1921) by Elizabeth von Arnim is a black comedy based on her disastrous second marriage to Earl Russell: a mordant analysis of the romantic delusions through which wives acquiesce in husbands' tyrannies. In outline the story of this utterly unromantic novel anticipates DuMaurier's Rebecca. Naive Lucy Entwhistle is swept into marriage by widower, Everard Wemyss. His mansion "The Willows" is pervaded by the spectre of his dead wife Vera, with whom Lucy becomes obsessed. ... Here the servants are partisan for both wives, and lose no opportunity to disrupt Everard's unctuous, oppressive household routines. An extraordinarily black vision of marriage, also continuously funny, the novel's power lies in the wit and economy of the usually prolix Von Arnim.(Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/vera-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
p vera 1921 elizabeth von arnim black comedy based disastrous second marriage earl russell mordant analysis romantic delusions wives acquiesce husbands tyrannies outline story utterly unromantic novel anticipates dumaurier s rebecca naive lucy entwhistle swept marriage widower everard wemyss mansion the willows pervaded spectre dead wife vera lucy becomes obsessed servants partisan wives lose opportunity disrupt everard s unctuous oppressive household routines extraordinarily black vision marriage also continuously funny novel s power lies wit economy usually prolix von arnim introduction wikipedia p |
| 4370 |
4343 |
4813 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 04 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the third of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. (based on Wikipedia article)</p><a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-01-by-anonymous/">Volume 1</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-02/">Volume 2</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-03/">Volume 3</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-nightvolume-05-by-anonymous/"> Volume 5</a> and <a >Volume 6</a><p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-nightvolume-04-by-anonymous/ |
p this collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes third sixteen volumes translated burton based wikipedia article p a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 01 by anonymous volume 1 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 02 volume 2 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 03 volume 3 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a nightvolume 05 by anonymous volume 5 a a volume 6 a p |
| 4371 |
4344 |
4814 |
Four-Day Planet |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
<p>Fenris isn't a hell planet, but it's nobody's bargain. With 2,000-hour days and an 8,000-hour year, it alternates blazing heat with killing cold. A planet like that tends to breed a special kind of person: tough enough to stay alive and smart enough to make the best of it. When that kind of person discovers he's being cheated of wealth he's risked his life for, that kind of planet is ripe for revolution. (Introduction from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/four-day-planet-by-h-beam-piper/ |
p fenris hell planet nobody s bargain 2 000 hour days 8 000 hour year alternates blazing heat killing cold planet like tends breed special kind person tough enough stay alive smart enough make best it kind person discovers he s cheated wealth he s risked life for kind planet ripe revolution introduction gutenberg text p |
| 4372 |
4345 |
4815 |
göttliche Komödie - Das Paradies |
Dante Alighieri |
Poetry |
Die Commedia, in späterer Zeit auch Divina Commedia („Göttliche Komödie“) genannt, ist das Hauptwerk des italienischen Dichters Dante Alighieri. Sie gilt als bedeutendste Dichtung der italienischen Literatur und als eines der größten Werke der Weltliteratur.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/die-gottliche-komodie-das-paradies-by-dante-alighieri/ |
die commedia späterer zeit auch divina commedia göttliche komödie genannt ist das hauptwerk des italienischen dichters dante alighieri sie gilt als bedeutendste dichtung der italienischen literatur und als eines der größten werke der weltliteratur zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4373 |
4346 |
4816 |
Ghosts |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
<p>Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts was first published in 1881 and staged in 1882, and like his earlier play A Doll's House, profoundly shocked his contemporaries. Dubbed "a dirty deed done in public" by one of its critics, the play focuses on (among other things) venereal disease, euthanasia, and incest. The original title literally means "the ones who return," and the play is about how we can deal with the awful legacy of the past. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><br>Mrs. Alving: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Oswald Alving: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Pastor Manders: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Jacob Engstrand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Regina Engstrand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/688">J. M. Smallheer</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> mb<br/> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/ghosts-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
p henrik ibsen s ghosts first published 1881 staged 1882 like earlier play doll s house profoundly shocked contemporaries dubbed a dirty deed done public one critics play focuses among things venereal disease euthanasia incest original title literally means the ones return play deal awful legacy past summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br br mrs alving a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br oswald alving a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br pastor manders a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br jacob engstrand a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br regina engstrand a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 688 j m smallheer a br br strong audio edited by strong mb br |
| 4374 |
4398 |
4869 |
Mighty Animals |
Jennie Irene Mix |
Children's Non-fiction, Science |
A book about dinosaurs written for children. In short, easy to read chapters designed to keep the interest of juvenile readers. (Summary by Guero)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mighty-animals-by-jennie-irene-mix/ |
book dinosaurs written children short easy read chapters designed keep interest juvenile readers summary guero p |
| 4375 |
4347 |
4817 |
Report of the Inquiry into the Role and Oversight of Private Security Contractors in Afghanistan |
United States Senate Committee on Armed Services |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
The Inquiry into the Role and Oversight of Private Security Contractors in Afghanistan, which reported in September 2010, was precipitated by events in August 2008, when US forces bombed the Afghan village of Azizabad. This gave rise to a public dispute between the US Government and the United Nations about the level of fatalities caused by the attack and about whether those killed had been civilians or Taliban-linked insurgents. Allegations soon emerged that the attack had been based on false information deliberately fed to the US military by Afghan employees of ArmorGroup, a private security contractor, and that these employees were engaged in murder and anti-coalition activities. A key local contact of ArmorGroup, who they dubbed "Mr Pink", was subsequently convicted of espionage and sentenced to death, but was later freed.</p> |
English |
2010 |
https://librivox.org/private-security-contractors-in-afghanistan/ |
inquiry role oversight private security contractors afghanistan reported september 2010 precipitated events august 2008 us forces bombed afghan village azizabad gave rise public dispute us government united nations level fatalities caused attack whether killed civilians taliban linked insurgents allegations soon emerged attack based false information deliberately fed us military afghan employees armorgroup private security contractor employees engaged murder anti coalition activities key local contact armorgroup dubbed mr pink subsequently convicted espionage sentenced death later freed p |
| 4376 |
4348 |
4818 |
Black Amazon of Mars |
Leigh Douglass Brackett |
Science Fiction |
Carrying out the last wishes of a comrade, mercenary Eric John Stark takes on the task of returning a stolen talisman to a walled city near the Martian pole; a city that guards the mysterious Gates of Death. Now all he has to do is get past the brutal clans of Mekh and the shadowy Lord Ciaran to get to Kushat where they’ll probably attempt to kill him. All while he tries to hold on to a talisman that imprints ancient memories of the Gates in his mind. That’s not easy for a human raised by Mercurian aborigines. - Black Amazon of Mars is the third story to feature Brackett’s hero Eric John Stark, and was later expanded into the novel People of the Talisman. It was first published in Planet Stories magazine in March of 1951. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)<p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/black-amazon-of-mars-by-leigh-brackett/ |
carrying last wishes comrade mercenary eric john stark takes task returning stolen talisman walled city near martian pole city guards mysterious gates death get past brutal clans mekh shadowy lord ciaran get kushat they ll probably attempt kill him tries hold talisman imprints ancient memories gates mind that s easy human raised mercurian aborigines black amazon mars third story feature brackett s hero eric john stark later expanded novel people talisman first published planet stories magazine march 1951 summary gregg margarite p |
| 4377 |
4349 |
4819 |
Our Mr. Wrenn, the Romantic Adventures of a Gentle Man |
Sinclair Lewis |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>"At thirty-four Mr. Wrenn was the sales-entry clerk of the Souvenir Company. He was always bending over bills and columns of figures at a desk behind the stock-room. He was a meek little bachelor--a person of inconspicuous blue ready-made suits, and a small unsuccessful mustache." Mr. Wrenn, however has a rich inner life embellished by his own imagination. When he comes into a modest inheritance, he feels he ought to learn to get out and wander a bit, and then his education begins. He finds life more "interesting", perhaps than he had "imagined". . . (Introduction by Don Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/our-mr-wrenn-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
p at thirty four mr wrenn sales entry clerk souvenir company always bending bills columns figures desk behind stock room meek little bachelor a person inconspicuous blue ready made suits small unsuccessful mustache mr wrenn however rich inner life embellished imagination comes modest inheritance feels ought learn get wander bit education begins finds life interesting perhaps imagined introduction jenkins p |
| 4378 |
4350 |
4820 |
Small House at Allington |
Anthony Trollope |
Romance, Satire |
Fifth novel in the Barsetshire series, The Small House at Allington is largely focused on the Small House's inhabitants, Mrs. Dale and her two marriageable daughters, Lily and Bell. The two girls, of course, have suitors: their cousin, Bernard Dale, his friend Adolphus Crosbie, and the local boy, Johnny Eames, whose career in London is to mark him as far more than the "hobbledehoy" that he has earlier been considered. Crosbie is a social climber, and his connection with the dysfunctional de Courcys of Barsetshire give the author a chance for a splendid portrayal of an aristocratic family in decline. As with many of AT's novels, there are subplots as well, and many pictures of rural life standing in contrast to that of London. Some critics have seen in the portrayal of Johnny Eames something of an autobiographical exercise on Trollope's part.(Summary by Nicholas Clifford)<p>\n Novels in the series are <p>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">1-The Warden</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-2/">1-The Warden(version 2)</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/barchester-towers-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Barchester Towers</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">3-Doctor Thorne</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/framley-parsonage-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Framley Parsonage</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-small-house-at-allington-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Small House at Allington</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Last Chronicle of Barset</a><p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-small-house-at-allington-by-anthony-trollope/ |
fifth novel barsetshire series small house allington largely focused small house s inhabitants mrs dale two marriageable daughters lily bell two girls course suitors cousin bernard dale friend adolphus crosbie local boy johnny eames whose career london mark far hobbledehoy earlier considered crosbie social climber connection dysfunctional de courcys barsetshire give author chance splendid portrayal aristocratic family decline many at s novels subplots well many pictures rural life standing contrast london critics seen portrayal johnny eames something autobiographical exercise trollope s part summary nicholas clifford p novels series p a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope rel no follow 1 the warden a br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope 2 1 the warden version 2 a br a href http librivox org barchester towers by anthony trollope 2 barchester towers a br a href http librivox org doctor thorne by anthony trollope rel no follow 3 doctor thorne a br a href http librivox org framley parsonage by anthony trollope 4 framley parsonage a br a href http librivox org the small house at allington by anthony trollope 5 the small house allington a br a href http librivox org the last chronicle of barset by anthony trollope 6 the last chronicle barset a p |
| 4379 |
4351 |
4821 |
Weihnachtsabend (Eine Geistergeschichte) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>1843 verfasste Dickens den Roman A Christmas Carol (deutscher Titel: Eine Weihnachtsgeschichte) in der Absicht, die Aufmerksamkeit des Lesers auf die Not der Armen in der Gesellschaft Englands zu lenken. Am 19. Dezember 1843 wurde das Werk mit Illustrationen von John Leech veröffentlicht.<br></br>\nDer herzlose Geschäftemacher Ebenezer Scrooge wandelt sich zu einem gütigen, die Not der Menschen lindernden alten Herren. Dickens bedient sich hierfür der Mittel der Groteske: Am Heiligen Abend erscheint dem alten Geizhals der Geist seines verstorbenen Geschäftspartners Marley, der zu Lebzeiten noch geiziger als Scrooge war, und prophezeit Scrooge ein düsteres Ende für den Fall, dass er sein Leben nicht grundlegend ändere. Danach zeigt sich der Geist der vergangenen Weihnacht, welcher Scrooge in seine Kindheit zurückversetzt, gefolgt vom Geist der gegenwärtigen Weihnacht, der ihn ins Haus seines ärmlich lebenden Schreibers Cratchit und dessen Familie sowie in das Haus seines Neffen geleitet. Der Geist der künftigen Weihnacht schließlich führt ihn zu seinem einsamen Sterbebett und zeigt ihm seinen Grabstein. „Die Wege der Menschen deuten ein bestimmtes Ende voraus, auf das sie hinführen, wenn man auf ihnen beharrt. Aber wenn man von den Wegen abweicht, ändert sich auch das Ende“, erkennt Scrooge, läutert sich und wird fortan zu einem anderen Menschen. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/der-weihnachtsabend-eine-geistergeschichte-by-charles-dickens/ |
p 1843 verfasste dickens den roman christmas carol deutscher titel eine weihnachtsgeschichte der absicht die aufmerksamkeit des lesers auf die der armen der gesellschaft englands zu lenken 19 dezember 1843 wurde das werk mit illustrationen von john leech veröffentlicht br br der herzlose geschäftemacher ebenezer scrooge wandelt sich zu einem gütigen die der menschen lindernden alten herren dickens bedient sich hierfür der mittel der groteske heiligen abend erscheint dem alten geizhals der geist seines verstorbenen geschäftspartners marley der zu lebzeiten noch geiziger als scrooge war und prophezeit scrooge ein düsteres ende für den fall dass er sein leben nicht grundlegend ändere danach zeigt sich der geist der vergangenen weihnacht welcher scrooge seine kindheit zurückversetzt gefolgt vom geist der gegenwärtigen weihnacht der ihn ins haus seines ärmlich lebenden schreibers cratchit und dessen familie sowie das haus seines neffen geleitet der geist der künftigen weihnacht schließlich führt ihn zu seinem einsamen sterbebett und zeigt ihm seinen grabstein die wege der menschen deuten ein bestimmtes ende voraus auf das sie hinführen wenn man auf ihnen beharrt aber wenn man von den wegen abweicht ändert sich auch das ende erkennt scrooge läutert sich und wird fortan zu einem anderen menschen zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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4363 |
4833 |
Vampyr |
John William Polidori |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>John Polidori war der Leibarzt von Lord Byron und begleitete ihn auf einer Reise durch Europa. Am Genfer See lernten sie Percy Bysshe Shelley, Mary Shelley (Geburtsname Mary Godwin) und deren Stiefschwester Claire Clairmont kennen. Man vertrieb sich die Zeit mit Gesprächen über Galvanismus und über die Möglichkeit, künstliches Leben zu schaffen. Vor dem Kaminfeuer las man sich nachts gegenseitig Schauergeschichten vor. Lord Byron schlug schließlich vor, dass jeder eine eigene Schauergeschichte zur Unterhaltung beisteuern solle. Mary Shelley entwarf daraufhin die Geschichte von "Frankenstein oder Der moderne Prometheus". Lord Byron begann eine Geschichte, die Polidori später als Basis seiner eigenen Erzählung "The Vampyre" aufgriff und weiter ausbaute. Mit dieser schuf Polidori nicht nur die erste Vampirerzählung der Weltliteratur, sondern begründete mit der Figur des Lord Ruthven den Typus des modernen Vampirs. Dieser prägt das Genre bis heute.<br>\nDie Erzählung wurde auf Grund eines Verlagsirrtums lange Lord Byron zugeschrieben.\n(Einführung von Hokuspokus und Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/der-vampyr-by-john-william-polidori/ |
p john polidori war der leibarzt von lord byron und begleitete ihn auf einer reise durch europa genfer see lernten sie percy bysshe shelley mary shelley geburtsname mary godwin und deren stiefschwester claire clairmont kennen man vertrieb sich die zeit mit gesprächen über galvanismus und über die möglichkeit künstliches leben zu schaffen vor dem kaminfeuer las man sich nachts gegenseitig schauergeschichten vor lord byron schlug schließlich vor dass jeder eine eigene schauergeschichte zur unterhaltung beisteuern solle mary shelley entwarf daraufhin die geschichte von frankenstein oder der moderne prometheus lord byron begann eine geschichte die polidori später als basis seiner eigenen erzählung the vampyre aufgriff und weiter ausbaute mit dieser schuf polidori nicht nur die erste vampirerzählung der weltliteratur sondern begründete mit der figur des lord ruthven den typus des modernen vampirs dieser prägt das genre bis heute br die erzählung wurde auf grund eines verlagsirrtums lange lord byron zugeschrieben einführung von hokuspokus und wikipedia p |
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4352 |
4822 |
Grammar-Land |
M. L. Nesbitt |
Reference, Language learning |
<p>In this charming 1877 book of grammar instruction for children, we are introduced to the nine parts of speech and learn about the rules that govern them in Grammar-Land.</p><p>"Judge Grammar is far mightier than any Fairy Queen, for he rules over real kings and queens down here in Matter-of-fact-land. Our kings and queens have all to obey Judge Grammar’s laws, or else they would talk what is called bad grammar; and then, even their own subjects would laugh at them, and would say: “Poor things! </p><p>They are funny fellows, these nine Parts-of-Speech. You will find out by-and-by which you like best amongst them all. There is rich Mr. Noun, and his useful friend Pronoun; little ragged Article, and talkative Adjective; busy Dr. Verb, and Adverb; perky Preposition, convenient Conjunction, and that tiresome Interjection, the oddest of them all."</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/grammar-land-by-m-l-nesbitt/ |
p in charming 1877 book grammar instruction children introduced nine parts speech learn rules govern grammar land p p judge grammar far mightier fairy queen rules real kings queens matter of fact land kings queens obey judge grammar s laws else would talk called bad grammar then even subjects would laugh them would say poor things p p they funny fellows nine parts of speech find by and by like best amongst all rich mr noun useful friend pronoun little ragged article talkative adjective busy dr verb adverb perky preposition convenient conjunction tiresome interjection oddest all p |
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4353 |
4823 |
Mrs. Warren's Profession |
George Bernard Shaw |
Plays |
The story centers on the relationship between Mrs Kitty Warren, a rich woman, described by the author as "on the whole, a genial and fairly presentable old blackguard of a woman" and her daughter, Vivie. Mrs Warren is a middle-aged woman whose Cambridge-educated daughter, Vivie, is horrified to discover the sinister way her mother acquired her fortune. (Summary by Wikipedia and Arielle Lipshaw)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\nVivie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nPraed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nMrs. Warren: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nCrofts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br />\nFrank: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br />\nReverend Samuel Gardner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-warrens-profession-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
story centers relationship mrs kitty warren rich woman described author on whole genial fairly presentable old blackguard woman daughter vivie mrs warren middle aged woman whose cambridge educated daughter vivie horrified discover sinister way mother acquired fortune summary wikipedia arielle lipshaw br br strong cast strong br vivie a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br praed a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br mrs warren a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br crofts a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br frank a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br reverend samuel gardner a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br |
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4354 |
4824 |
There is a Tavern in the Town |
James Stephens |
Humorous Fiction |
<p>The soul of Irish wit is captured in this unique tale of a barstool philosopher, the concluding story from 'Here Are Ladies' by James Stephens. (Introduction by iremonger)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/there-is-a-tavern-in-the-town-by-james-stephens/ |
p the soul irish wit captured unique tale barstool philosopher concluding story here ladies james stephens introduction iremonger p |
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4355 |
4825 |
Titus Andronicus |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Titus Andronicus may be Shakespeare's earliest tragedy; it is believed to have been written in the early 1590s. It depicts a Roman general who is engaged in a cycle of revenge with his enemy Tamora, the Queen of the Goths. The play is by far Shakespeare's bloodiest work. It lost popularity during the Victorian era because of its gore, and it has only recently seen its fortunes revive. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Aaron: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Aemilius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Bassianus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5038">John Kooz</a><br>Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Chiron: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5882">Strawhenge</a><br>Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4781">spride</a><br>Demetrius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>First Goth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lavinia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Lucius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Marcus Andronicus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Martius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mutius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Nurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>Publius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Quintus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Saturninus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Second Goth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Tamora: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Third Goth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Titus Andronicus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5662">Michael Irskens</a><br>Tribunes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Young Lucius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5339">Lauren McCullough</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1593 |
https://librivox.org/titus-andronicus-by-william-shakespeare/ |
titus andronicus may shakespeare s earliest tragedy believed written early 1590s depicts roman general engaged cycle revenge enemy tamora queen goths play far shakespeare s bloodiest work lost popularity victorian era gore recently seen fortunes revive summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p aaron a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br aemilius a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br bassianus a href http librivox org reader 5038 john kooz a br captain a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br chiron a href http librivox org reader 5882 strawhenge a br clown a href http librivox org reader 4781 spride a br demetrius a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br first goth a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br lavinia a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br lucius a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br marcus andronicus a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br martius a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mutius a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br nurse a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br publius a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br quintus a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br saturninus a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br second goth a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br tamora a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br third goth a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br titus andronicus a href http librivox org reader 5662 michael irskens a br tribunes a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br young lucius a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5339 lauren mccullough a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
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4356 |
4826 |
Systematische Zusammenstellung aller bis jetzt bekannten und anwendbaren Düngerarten |
Franz Damance |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Im 1835 erschienenen Buch Systematische Zusammenstellung aller bis jetzt bekannten und anwendbaren Düngerarten von Franz Damance (ordentlichem Mitgliede des landwithschaftlichen Vereins vom Baden) finden sich alle bis dahin gebräuchlichen Düngeraten nebst Angabe ihrer Gewinnung, Zubereitung und Anwendung.<br></br>\nEinige dieser Düngerarten sind heute befremdlich und verboten. So wird zum Beispiel das Düngen mit flüssigem Blut die meisten Hörer wohl eher an einen Horrorfilm erinnern. Andere Düngerarten, wie die vielen aufgeführten Gründünger, sind aber sicherlich auch heute noch für den ökologischen Gärtner von Interesse.<br></br>\nSo bietet das Buch aus heutiger Sicht nicht nur altes Fachwissen, sondern sicherlich auch einen gewissen Unterhaltungswert, wenn es darum geht zu erfahren, was anno dazumal alles auf den Acker aufgebracht wurde. (Einführung von Dirk Weber)</p> |
German |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/systematische-zusammenstellung-aller-bis-jetzt-bekannten-und-anwendbaren-dungerarten-by-franz-damance/ |
p im 1835 erschienenen buch systematische zusammenstellung aller bis jetzt bekannten und anwendbaren düngerarten von franz damance ordentlichem mitgliede des landwithschaftlichen vereins vom baden finden sich alle bis dahin gebräuchlichen düngeraten nebst angabe ihrer gewinnung zubereitung und anwendung br br einige dieser düngerarten sind heute befremdlich und verboten wird zum beispiel das düngen mit flüssigem blut die meisten hörer wohl eher einen horrorfilm erinnern andere düngerarten wie die vielen aufgeführten gründünger sind aber sicherlich auch heute noch für den ökologischen gärtner von interesse br br bietet das buch aus heutiger sicht nicht nur altes fachwissen sondern sicherlich auch einen gewissen unterhaltungswert wenn es darum geht zu erfahren anno dazumal alles auf den acker aufgebracht wurde einführung von dirk weber p |
| 4386 |
4357 |
4827 |
Love in a Cottage |
Nathaniel Parker Willis |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Love in a Cottage by Nathaniel Parker Willis. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 24th, 2010.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-in-a-cottage-by-nathaniel-parker-willis/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings love cottage nathaniel parker willis fortnightly poetry project october 24th 2010 p |
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4364 |
4834 |
Autobiography of a Seaman, Vol. 1 |
Lord Thomas Cochrane |
War & Military, Memoirs |
This two volume work is the autobiography of Lord Cochrane, a naval captain of the Napoleonic period. His adventures are seminal to the development of naval fiction as a genre. Marryat sailed with Cochrane, while later writers borrowed incidents from this biography for their fictions. Most notable among these is Patrick O'Brian, three of whose novels have clear parallels to incidents in the life of Cochrane. This first volume covers Cochrane's earlier life, during which he is most active militarily. (Introduction by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-a-seaman-vol-1-by-lord-thomas-cochrane/ |
two volume work autobiography lord cochrane naval captain napoleonic period adventures seminal development naval fiction genre marryat sailed cochrane later writers borrowed incidents biography fictions notable among patrick o brian three whose novels clear parallels incidents life cochrane first volume covers cochrane s earlier life active militarily introduction timothy ferguson p |
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4358 |
4828 |
Aristipp [und einige seiner Zeitgenossen] - 1. Band |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
General Fiction |
<p>Dagegen führen die vier Bände „Aristipp und seine Zeitgenossen“ (1800–1802) in die Blüthezeit der hellenischen Philosophie. Die Geschichte der Hetäre Lais bildet nur den losen Einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen Schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen Richtungen, die aus der sokratischen Schule sich entwickeln.\n(Zusammenfassung von Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie)</p><p>Einige Ausgaben enthalten den Roman in drei, andere in vier Bänden.</p><a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-zweiter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Zweiter Band</a><br/><a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-dritter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Dritter Band</a><br><br> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-erster-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p dagegen führen die vier bände aristipp und seine zeitgenossen 1800 1802 die blüthezeit der hellenischen philosophie die geschichte der hetäre lais bildet nur den losen einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen richtungen die aus der sokratischen schule sich entwickeln zusammenfassung von allgemeine deutsche biographie p p einige ausgaben enthalten den roman drei andere vier bänden p a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen zweiter band by christoph martin wieland aristipp zweiter band a br a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen dritter band by christoph martin wieland aristipp dritter band a br br |
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4359 |
4829 |
Aristipp [und einige seiner Zeitgenossen] - 2. Band |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
General Fiction |
Dagegen führen die vier Bände „Aristipp und seine Zeitgenossen“ (1800–1802) in die Blüthezeit der hellenischen Philosophie. Die Geschichte der Hetäre Lais bildet nur den losen Einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen Schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen Richtungen, die aus der sokratischen Schule sich entwickeln.\n(Zusammenfassung von Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie)</p><p>Einige Ausgaben enthalten den Roman in drei, andere in vier Bänden.</p><a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-erster-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Erster Band</a><br/><a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-dritter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Dritter Band</a><br><br> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-zweiter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
dagegen führen die vier bände aristipp und seine zeitgenossen 1800 1802 die blüthezeit der hellenischen philosophie die geschichte der hetäre lais bildet nur den losen einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen richtungen die aus der sokratischen schule sich entwickeln zusammenfassung von allgemeine deutsche biographie p p einige ausgaben enthalten den roman drei andere vier bänden p a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen erster band by christoph martin wieland aristipp erster band a br a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen dritter band by christoph martin wieland aristipp dritter band a br br |
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4360 |
4830 |
Aristipp [und einige seiner Zeitgenossen] - 3. Band |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
General Fiction |
<p>Dagegen führen die vier Bände „Aristipp und seine Zeitgenossen“ (1800–1802) in die Blüthezeit der hellenischen Philosophie. Die Geschichte der Hetäre Lais bildet nur den losen Einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen Schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen Richtungen, die aus der sokratischen Schule sich entwickeln.\n(Zusammenfassung von Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie)</p><p>\nEinige Ausgaben enthalten den Roman in drei, andere in vier Bänden.</p>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-erster-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Erster Band</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-zweiter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/">Aristipp - Zweiter Band</a><br><br> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/aristipp-und-einige-seiner-zeitgenossen-dritter-band-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
p dagegen führen die vier bände aristipp und seine zeitgenossen 1800 1802 die blüthezeit der hellenischen philosophie die geschichte der hetäre lais bildet nur den losen einschlag zu ausführlichen kritischen schilderungen der verschiedenen philosophischen richtungen die aus der sokratischen schule sich entwickeln zusammenfassung von allgemeine deutsche biographie p p einige ausgaben enthalten den roman drei andere vier bänden p a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen erster band by christoph martin wieland aristipp erster band a br a href http librivox org aristipp und einige seiner zeitgenossen zweiter band by christoph martin wieland aristipp zweiter band a br br |
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4361 |
4831 |
Lady Molly of Scotland Yard |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Detective Fiction |
Lady Molly of Scotland Yard is a collection of short stories about Molly Robertson-Kirk, an early fictional female detective. It was written by Baroness Orczy, who is best known as the creator of The Scarlet Pimpernel, but who also invented two immortal turn-of-the-century detectives in The Old Man in the Corner and Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. First published in 1910, Orczy’s female detective was the precursor of the lay sleuth who relies on brains rather than brawn. The book soon became very popular, with three editions appearing in the first year. As well as being one of the first novels to feature a female detective as the main character, Orczy’s outstandingly successful police officer preceded her real life female counterparts by a decade.(Introduction from wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/lady-molly-of-scotland-yard-by-baroness-orczy/ |
lady molly scotland yard collection short stories molly robertson kirk early fictional female detective written baroness orczy best known creator scarlet pimpernel also invented two immortal turn of the century detectives old man corner lady molly scotland yard first published 1910 orczy s female detective precursor lay sleuth relies brains rather brawn book soon became popular three editions appearing first year well one first novels feature female detective main character orczy s outstandingly successful police officer preceded real life female counterparts decade introduction wikipedia p |
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4362 |
4832 |
Ghosts' High Noon |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The Ghosts' High Noon by W. S. Gilbert. This was the Weekly Poetry HALLOWE'EN project for October 24th, 2010.</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghosts-high-noon-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings ghosts high noon w s gilbert weekly poetry hallowe en project october 24th 2010 p |
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4399 |
4870 |
Kerkklokken |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
Dit is het tweede 'kerstverhaal' van Charles Dickens. Het boek is geschreven in 1844 een jaar na het beroemdere Chrismas Carol. Eigenlijk is het een nieuwjaarsverhaal. Het boek is geschreven tijdens zijn verblijf in Genua, een verblijf dat beschreven is in zijn boek 'Tafereelen uit Italië'. (Introductie van Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/de-kerkklokken-by-charles-dickens/ |
dit het tweede kerstverhaal van charles dickens het boek geschreven 1844 een jaar na het beroemdere chrismas carol eigenlijk het een nieuwjaarsverhaal het boek geschreven tijdens zijn verblijf genua een verblijf dat beschreven zijn boek tafereelen uit italië introductie van marcel coenders p |
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4365 |
4835 |
Life of Richard Nash, Esq., Late Master of the Ceremonies at Bath |
Peter Cunningham |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Beau Nash (1674–1762), born Richard Nash, was a celebrated dandy and leader of fashion in 18th-century Britain. He is best remembered as the Master of Ceremonies at the spa town of Bath. (Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nThis, the best of Goldsmith's Biographies, was published the year after Nash's death. It was at once popular, and went through two editions in the same year in which it was published. To the second edition (it never reached a third), Goldsmith made many important additions. Yet strange to say none of these have been attended to by the editors of his Works. The text of this reprint is that of the second edition, compared with the first. The text of previous editions has been that of a mutilated first impression. (Peter Cunningham, Editor)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-richard-nash-esq-by-oliver-goldsmith/ |
beau nash 1674 1762 born richard nash celebrated dandy leader fashion 18th century britain best remembered master ceremonies spa town bath wikipedia br br this best goldsmith s biographies published year nash s death popular went two editions year published second edition it never reached third goldsmith made many important additions yet strange say none attended editors works text reprint second edition compared first text previous editions mutilated first impression peter cunningham editor p |
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4366 |
4836 |
Romance of a Christmas Card |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
The story of the mission of two Christmas cards written by a minister’s wife. These cards find their way to two straying sheep from the village fold, who hear through the message in the words, and the little scenes on the cards, the compelling voice of home. There was inspiration and good cheer in the cards, and from them came, in one case reformation, in the other romance. (Summary compiled by Maria Therese from various original 1915 reviews)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-a-christmas-card-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
story mission two christmas cards written minister s wife cards find way two straying sheep village fold hear message words little scenes cards compelling voice home inspiration good cheer cards came one case reformation romance summary compiled maria therese various original 1915 reviews p |
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4367 |
4837 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 017 |
Various |
Anthologies |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-017/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
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4368 |
4838 |
Little Women (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
<p>Louisa May Alcott's beloved 1868 novel is about the four March girls - Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy - who are growing up in Massachusetts during the Civil War. As the novel opens, their father is away at war, and the girls are struggling to be good and to reconcile themselves to their relative poverty. Each has her trials to deal with, and they are encouraged by their loving mother, and by their friendship with their neighbor, Theodore "Laurie" Laurence.</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrator/Jo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Meg: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Beth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Amy/Parrot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>Marmee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Mr. March: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Hannah: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Mrs. Hummel/Hummel Children/Lotty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>Girl/Child/Tina/Daisy/Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5748">Lavinia</a><br>Laurie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Aunt March: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Old Man/Dr. Bangs: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Mr. Laurence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mr. Davis/Shopman/Young Man #2/Clerk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Annie/May Chester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5952">sherlock85</a><br>Clara/Miss Lamb/Kitty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5480">ESFJ Girl</a><br>Mr. Lamb/Mr. Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Mrs. Moffat/Aunt Carrol/Old Lady/Mrs. Chester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally Mc</a><br>Major Lincoln/Tudor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/21">Henry Frigon</a><br>Belle/Second Girl/Minnie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br>Nan/Mrs. Kirke: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br>Sallie Gardiner Moffat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>Hortense/Esther: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Fred Vaughan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5791">John Croudy</a><br>John Brooke: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Kate Vaughan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5375">BumbleVee</a><br>Ned Moffat/Parker/Young Man #1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5907">coolkid2219</a><br>Frank Vaughan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Boy/Demi: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5101">E. Lee</a><br>Professor Bhaer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/252">Rainer</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br/> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/little-women-dramatic-reading-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
p louisa may alcott s beloved 1868 novel four march girls meg jo beth amy growing massachusetts civil war novel opens father away war girls struggling good reconcile relative poverty trials deal with encouraged loving mother friendship neighbor theodore laurie laurence p strong cast strong br p narrator jo a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br meg a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br beth a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br amy parrot a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br marmee a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br mr march a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br hannah a href http librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br mrs hummel hummel children lotty a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br girl child tina daisy maid a href http librivox org reader 5748 lavinia a br laurie a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br aunt march a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br old man dr bangs a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br mr laurence a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mr davis shopman young man 2 clerk a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br annie may chester a href http librivox org reader 5952 sherlock85 a br clara miss lamb kitty a href http librivox org reader 5480 esfj girl a br mr lamb mr dashwood a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br mrs moffat aunt carrol old lady mrs chester a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mc a br major lincoln tudor a href http librivox org reader 21 henry frigon a br belle second girl minnie a href http librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a br nan mrs kirke a href http librivox org reader 5265 susanna a br sallie gardiner moffat a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br hortense esther a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br fred vaughan a href http librivox org reader 5791 john croudy a br john brooke a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br kate vaughan a href http librivox org reader 5375 bumblevee a br ned moffat parker young man 1 a href http librivox org reader 5907 coolkid2219 a br frank vaughan a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br boy demi a href http librivox org reader 5101 e lee a br professor bhaer a href http librivox org reader 252 rainer a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
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4369 |
4839 |
Hate Disease |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Dr. Calhoun and his pet tormal Murgatroyd work for the Interstellar Medical Service making routine public health inspections on far-flung colonial planets. When they reach Tallien Three they are greeted with a rocket attack by the Paras, a mutated form of human rapidly replacing the “normals”. The normals think it’s a pandemic of demonic possession but Calhoun has his doubts. If he can keep from turning into a Para, or being assassinated by them he just might figure this thing out. – The Hate Disease was first published in the August 1963 edition of Analog Science Fact and Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite) </p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-hate-disease-by-murray-leinster/ |
dr calhoun pet tormal murgatroyd work interstellar medical service making routine public health inspections far flung colonial planets reach tallien three greeted rocket attack paras mutated form human rapidly replacing normals normals think it s pandemic demonic possession calhoun doubts keep turning para assassinated might figure thing out hate disease first published august 1963 edition analog science fact fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
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4370 |
4840 |
One-Hoss Shay |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<p>This is a small collection of whimsical poems by the American physician and author Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. "The Deacon's Masterpiece" describes the "logical" outcome of building an object (in this case, a two-wheeled carriage called a shay) that has no weak points. The economic term "one hoss shay," referring to a certain model of depreciation, derives its name from this poem. "How the Old Horse Won the Bet" is a lighthearted look at a horse race. Finally, "The Broomstick Train" is a wonderfully Halloween-y explanation of how an electric tram really works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-one-hoss-shay-by-oliver-wendell-holmes/ |
p this small collection whimsical poems american physician author oliver wendell holmes sr the deacon s masterpiece describes logical outcome building object in case two wheeled carriage called shay weak points economic term one hoss shay referring certain model depreciation derives name poem how old horse bet lighthearted look horse race finally the broomstick train wonderfully halloween y explanation electric tram really works summary laurie anne walden p |
| 4400 |
4377 |
4848 |
Von der Gemüthsruhe |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Die Frage ist also: wie man es dahin bringe, daß das Gemüth immer seinen gleichmäßigen und ungestörten Gang gehe, mit sich selbst zufrieden sey und seinen eigenen Zustand mit Vergnügen anschaue, und daß es diese Freude nicht unterbreche, sondern in dieser Gelassenheit verbleibe, ohne sich je zu erheben, noch herabzustimmen. \n(aus dem Text) <br /><br />Wegen Mängel in den PDF Ausgaben wurde von zwei Quelltexten vorgelesen: \nText (1) und (2)</p> |
German |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-gemuthsruhe-de-tranquillitate-animi-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
die frage ist also wie man es dahin bringe daß das gemüth immer seinen gleichmäßigen und ungestörten gang gehe mit sich selbst zufrieden sey und seinen eigenen zustand mit vergnügen anschaue und daß es diese freude nicht unterbreche sondern dieser gelassenheit verbleibe ohne sich je zu erheben noch herabzustimmen aus dem text br br wegen mängel den pdf ausgaben wurde von zwei quelltexten vorgelesen text 1 und 2 p |
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4371 |
4841 |
Henry VIII |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is Shakespeare's dutiful trubute to one of the most imposing and terrifying rulers in European history. The kingdom trembles as the giant monarch storms through his midlife crisis, disposing of the faithful Katharine of Aragon and starting a new life and, the king hopes, a line of succession with the captivating young Anne Bullen. Unlike his predecessors, Henry has no doubt about the security of his tenure on the throne, and dominates the royal court with absolute authority. The play has a surprising modern flavour: there is even a set of "Royal watchers" - the three gossipy gentlemen! (Summary by Algy Pug)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Anne Bullen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Archbishop of Cranmer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Bishop Lincoln: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Brandon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Capucius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Cardinal Campeius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Cardinal Wolsey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Crier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>Cromwell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Doctor Butts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Duke of Buckingham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Duke of Norfolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Duke of Suffolk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Earl of Surrey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>First Secretary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Gardiner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5662">Michael Irskens</a><br>Garter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>Griffith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Henry VIII: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>Lord Abergavenny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>Lord Chamberlain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Lord Chancellor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5466">Jason Bortles</a><br>Lord Sands: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Old Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Patience: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Porter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Queen Katharine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Scribe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Second Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Sergeant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5103">Ana</a><br>Sir Anthony Denny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Sir Henry Guildford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Sir Nicholas Vaux: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Sir Thomas Lovell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5700">Paul Adams</a><br>Surveyor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5794">Aimi</a><br>Third Gentleman: <a hef="http://librivox.org/reader/4969">Veggrower</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Song performed by Ezwa<br><br><strong>Audio edited by: Algy Pug</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/henry-viii-by-william-shakespeare/ |
shakespeare s dutiful trubute one imposing terrifying rulers european history kingdom trembles giant monarch storms midlife crisis disposing faithful katharine aragon starting new life and king hopes line succession captivating young anne bullen unlike predecessors henry doubt security tenure throne dominates royal court absolute authority play surprising modern flavour even set royal watchers three gossipy gentlemen summary algy pug br br strong cast strong br anne bullen a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br archbishop cranmer a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br bishop lincoln a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br brandon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br capucius a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cardinal campeius a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br cardinal wolsey a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br crier a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br cromwell a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br doctor butts a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br duke buckingham a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br duke norfolk a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br duke suffolk a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br earl surrey a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br first secretary a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br gardiner a href http librivox org reader 5662 michael irskens a br garter a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br gentleman a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br griffith a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br henry viii a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br keeper a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br lord abergavenny a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br lord chamberlain a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br lord chancellor a href http librivox org reader 5466 jason bortles a br lord sands a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br man a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br old lady a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br page a href http librivox org reader 5622 roseanne schmidt a br patience a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br porter a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br queen katharine a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br scribe a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br second gentleman a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br sergeant a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br servant a href http librivox org reader 5103 ana a br sir anthony denny a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br sir henry guildford a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br sir nicholas vaux a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br sir thomas lovell a href http librivox org reader 5700 paul adams a br surveyor a href http librivox org reader 5794 aimi a br third gentleman a hef http librivox org reader 4969 veggrower a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br song performed ezwa br br strong audio edited by algy pug strong br br |
| 4402 |
4372 |
4842 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: Australia and the Islands |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Reference, Travel & Geography |
The purpose of this book is to give the children who read it a living knowledge of Australia and the chief islands of the world, and especially those which have become colonies or dependencies of the United States. In a personally conducted tour through the eyes of teh author they travel over [these islands], seeing our brown-skinned cousins of the several colonies as they are at home. They learn about the resources of the various islands, and of their value to the United States. They visit the people on the farms and in the factories. They spend some time in the cities and villages, and they explore the wilds, observing the wonders of plant and animal creation. (from the Preface) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/carpenters-geographical-reader-australia-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
purpose book give children read living knowledge australia chief islands world especially become colonies dependencies united states personally conducted tour eyes teh author travel these islands seeing brown skinned cousins several colonies home learn resources various islands value united states visit people farms factories spend time cities villages explore wilds observing wonders plant animal creation from preface |
| 4403 |
4373 |
4843 |
LibriVox's Most Wanted poetry collection |
Various |
Poetry |
Have you ever suggested a book for recording by LibriVox only to be told by some good-for-nothing admin that it can't be done because it's not in the Public Domain in the US? Then this project is dedicated to you. It consists of ten early Public Domain poems by some of the authors mention of whose most popular works is most likely to come in close proximity to the word "sorry" in the LV forums.<p>Included are: JRR Tolkien, Aldous Huxley, George Orwell, Dorothy L Sayers, CS Lewis, William Faulkner, Kahlil Gibran, DH Lawrence, Robert Graves and Ernest Hemingway.<p>(Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/librivoxs-most-wanted-poetry-collection-by-various/ |
ever suggested book recording librivox told good for nothing admin can t done public domain us project dedicated you consists ten early public domain poems authors mention whose popular works likely come close proximity word sorry lv forums p included are jrr tolkien aldous huxley george orwell dorothy l sayers cs lewis william faulkner kahlil gibran dh lawrence robert graves ernest hemingway p summary carl manchester p |
| 4404 |
4374 |
4844 |
Christmas Comes but Once a Year |
John Leighton |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
<br />A Christmas tale of John Brown's ghastly family (suburban snobs), Captain Bonaventure de Camp and his equally awful brood (a dubious crew), and poor Soavo Spohf, organist of St. Stiff the Martyr, gifted in musical ability but not blessed in looks or love. <br /><br />No-one could call this a great work of literature, but it definitely raises a few chuckles and it also offers a fascinating glimpse into Christmas festivities and social mores in well-to-do households in the mid-19th century. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-comes-but-once-a-year-by-john-leighton/ |
br a christmas tale john brown s ghastly family suburban snobs captain bonaventure de camp equally awful brood a dubious crew poor soavo spohf organist st stiff martyr gifted musical ability blessed looks love br br no one could call great work literature definitely raises chuckles also offers fascinating glimpse christmas festivities social mores well to do households mid 19th century introduction ruth golding br br |
| 4405 |
4375 |
4845 |
Little Men (version 2) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Little Men follows the life of Jo Bhaer and the students who live and learn at the Plumfield Estate School that she runs with her husband, Professor Bhaer. The mischievous children, whom she loves and cares for as her own, learn valuable lessons as they become proper gentlemen and ladies. We also get cameo appearances of almost all the characters found in the previous books, almost all of them happy and well. Meg's older two children, Demi and Daisy, also attend the school and so do Mr. Bhaer's German nephews Franz and Emil. (Summary by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/little-men-version2-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
little men follows life jo bhaer students live learn plumfield estate school runs husband professor bhaer mischievous children loves cares own learn valuable lessons become proper gentlemen ladies also get cameo appearances almost characters found previous books almost happy well meg s older two children demi daisy also attend school mr bhaer s german nephews franz emil summary wikipedia p |
| 4406 |
4376 |
4847 |
Grace Harlowe's Second Year at Overton College |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General Fiction |
<p>The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-second-year-at-overton-college-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
p the four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals summary wikipedia p |
| 4407 |
4378 |
4849 |
Wonder Clock |
Howard Pyle |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Four and twenty marvellous tales, one for each hour of the day," retold in a novel and entertaining manner by a master of the form. While drawing on German, English, and Scandinavian folk literature for many of his characters and plots, Pyle reworks the material in an imaginative way, crafting the tales in his own inimitable style. Equally engaging are the numerous woodcuts that accompany the stories and enliven the narrative. <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=pyle&book=wonder&story=_contents" rel="nofollow"> Read along and see the illustrations</a> (Summary from mainlesson.com)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonder-clock-by-howard-pyle/ |
four twenty marvellous tales one hour day retold novel entertaining manner master form drawing german english scandinavian folk literature many characters plots pyle reworks material imaginative way crafting tales inimitable style equally engaging numerous woodcuts accompany stories enliven narrative a href http www mainlesson com display php author pyle book wonder story _contents rel nofollow read along see illustrations a summary mainlesson com p |
| 4408 |
4379 |
4850 |
Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General |
<p>She had not been brought up in America at all. She had been born in France, in a beautiful château, and she had been born heiress to a great fortune, but, nevertheless, just now she felt as if she was very poor, indeed. And yet her home was in one of the most splendid houses in New York. She had a lovely suite of apartments of her own, though she was only eleven years old. She had had her own carriage and a saddle horse, a train of masters, and governesses, and servants, and was regarded by all the children of the neighborhood as a sort of grand and mysterious little princess, whose incomings and outgoings were to be watched with the greatest interest....<br></br>\n"Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories" is a collection of 4 lovely stories by F. H. Burnett. (Summary by Project Gutenberg and Elli)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/little-saint-elizabeth-and-other-stories-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
p she brought america all born france beautiful château born heiress great fortune but nevertheless felt poor indeed yet home one splendid houses new york lovely suite apartments own though eleven years old carriage saddle horse train masters governesses servants regarded children neighborhood sort grand mysterious little princess whose incomings outgoings watched greatest interest br br little saint elizabeth stories collection 4 lovely stories f h burnett summary project gutenberg elli p |
| 4409 |
4380 |
4851 |
Morning and Evening: Daily Readings |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
Organized by week, this devotional has a morning and evening meditation for every day of the year. Although these devotions are short in length, they are filled with spiritual goodness. In just a few sentences, Spurgeon is able to convey the wisdom of Scripture with eloquence and purpose. These daily messages provide Christians with the spiritual energy they need to begin and end each day. Spurgeon weaves a verse of Scripture into each devotion, helping readers draw deeper meaning out of the selected passages. This powerful devotional provides Christians with the spiritual nourishment required to strengthen their relationships with God. Readers will find themselves inspired by Morning and Evening: Daily Readings. (Summary modified from ccel.org)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/morning-and-evening-daily-readings-by-charles-spurgeon/ |
organized week devotional morning evening meditation every day year although devotions short length filled spiritual goodness sentences spurgeon able convey wisdom scripture eloquence purpose daily messages provide christians spiritual energy need begin end day spurgeon weaves verse scripture devotion helping readers draw deeper meaning selected passages powerful devotional provides christians spiritual nourishment required strengthen relationships god readers find inspired morning evening daily readings summary modified ccel org p |
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4381 |
4852 |
Schloß Vogelöd |
Rudolf Stratz |
Epistolary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Eine Herrengesellschaft trifft sich zu einer mehrtägigen Jagd auf Schloß Vogelöd. Einem der Gäste, dem Grafen Oetsch, wird nachgesagt, er habe vor einigen Jahren seinen Bruder erschossen. Die Witwe des Bruders, die wiederverheiratete Baronin Safferstätt, wird ebenfalls erwartet ... \nDie Ereignisse werden aus der Sicht der Gastgeber, des Ehepaars von Vogelschrey und der anderen Anwesenden berichtet.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/schlos-vogelod-by-rudolf-stratz/ |
p eine herrengesellschaft trifft sich zu einer mehrtägigen jagd auf schloß vogelöd einem der gäste dem grafen oetsch wird nachgesagt er habe vor einigen jahren seinen bruder erschossen die witwe des bruders die wiederverheiratete baronin safferstätt wird ebenfalls erwartet die ereignisse werden aus der sicht der gastgeber des ehepaars von vogelschrey und der anderen anwesenden berichtet zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4411 |
4382 |
4853 |
PD Goth |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of spooky stories culled from etexts found on Project Gutenberg (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pd-goth-by-various/ |
collection spooky stories culled etexts found project gutenberg summary bellonatimes p |
| 4412 |
4383 |
4854 |
French Mediaeval Romances from the Lays of Marie de France |
Marie de France |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Romance |
The tales included in this little book of translations are derived mainly from the "Lays" of Marie de France. I do not profess them to be a complete collection of her stories in verse. The ascription varies. Poems which were included in her work but yesterday are withdrawn to-day, and new matter suggested by scholars to take the place of the old. I believe it to be, however, a far fuller version of Marie's "Lays" than has yet appeared, to my knowledge, in English. Marie's poems are concerned chiefly with love. To complete my book I have added two famous mediaeval stories on the same excellent theme. This, then, may be regarded as a volume of French romances, dealing, generally, with one aspect of mediaeval life. (Summary by Eugene Mason, from his preface to Lays of Marie de France)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/french-mediaeval-romances-from-the-lays-of-marie-de-france-by-marie-de-france/ |
tales included little book translations derived mainly lays marie de france profess complete collection stories verse ascription varies poems included work yesterday withdrawn to day new matter suggested scholars take place old believe be however far fuller version marie s lays yet appeared knowledge english marie s poems concerned chiefly love complete book added two famous mediaeval stories excellent theme this then may regarded volume french romances dealing generally one aspect mediaeval life summary eugene mason preface lays marie de france p |
| 4413 |
4433 |
4908 |
Krekel achter de Haardplaat |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Het kerstverhaal van 1845 vertaling van 'The Cricket on the Hearth'.<br />De mooie jonge Dot en de oude vrachtrijder John lijken gelukkig getrouwd te zijn totdat John ziet dat Dot geheime omgang heeft met een knappe jonge man. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/de-krekel-achter-de-haardplaat-by-charles-dickens/ |
het kerstverhaal van 1845 vertaling van the cricket hearth br de mooie jonge dot en de oude vrachtrijder john lijken gelukkig getrouwd te zijn totdat john ziet dat dot geheime omgang heeft met een knappe jonge man introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4414 |
4384 |
4855 |
Where the Path Breaks |
Captain Charles de Créspigny |
Romance |
The soldier awakened from the brink of death eight months after his injury on the battlefield. As he slowly regained his senses and his memory, the face of a girl creeps into his mind, and he soon recalls that this girl had married him out of pity on the day he went into battle. The wedding had been a true "war wedding".<br />Inspired by the face and the vague recollections which were taking shape, and after learning that his day-bride had since remarried (believing her day-husband killed in action), the battle-scarred soldier decides to re-invent himself, take on a new name, and seek a new life. To what extent his former life would have upon his adopted life unfolds in unforgettable detail with each chapter of Where the Path Breaks.<br />Captain Charles de Créspigny was a pseudonym used by Charles Norris (C.N.) Williamson. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/where-the-path-breaks-by-captain-charles-de-crespigny/ |
soldier awakened brink death eight months injury battlefield slowly regained senses memory face girl creeps mind soon recalls girl married pity day went battle wedding true war wedding br inspired face vague recollections taking shape learning day bride since remarried believing day husband killed action battle scarred soldier decides re invent himself take new name seek new life extent former life would upon adopted life unfolds unforgettable detail chapter path breaks br captain charles de créspigny pseudonym used charles norris c n williamson introduction roger melin p |
| 4415 |
4385 |
4856 |
Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Báb |
Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás |
Other religions |
“This book is the history of a proscribed and persecuted sect written by one of themselves,” writes Professor Edward Granville Browne, the Cambridge Orientalist who translated this narrative. “After suffering in silence for nigh upon half a century, they at length find voice to tell their tale and offer their apology. Of this voice I am the interpreter.” This work is the story of the life of the Siyyid ‘Alí-Muhammad-i-Shírází (1819-1850), known as the “Báb”, which is Arabic for “Gate”. He claimed to be none other than the Promised One of Islám and a new Manifestation of God. He also proclaimed that He was the Gate, Herald and Forerunner of an even greater Manifestation of God who would come soon after Him, the Promised One of all religions and Return of Christ in the Glory of the Father, Mírzá Husayn-‘Alí-yi-Núrí (1817-1892), known as Bahá’u’lláh (Arabic for “The Glory of God”). The followers of the Báb were known as Bábís. When Bahá’u’lláh declared His mission in 1863, most Bábís accepted Him as the Manifestation foretold by the Báb. Bahá’u’lláh’s followers then became known as Bahá’ís. This book also describes Bahá’u’lláh’s exile and His teachings. Edward G. Browne continued to refer to Bahá’ís as Bábís, but this isn’t quite correct, as the Bahá’í Faith represents a new religious dispensation and is now recognised as the second most widespread religion on the planet and most recent of the great world religions. This narrative was composed by ‘Abbás Effendí (1844-1921), also known as ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (Arabic for “Servant of the Glory”). He was the eldest son of Bahá’u’lláh and leader of the Bahá’í Faith after Bahá’u’lláh’s passing. Browne, who met the Author in Palestine, writes (p. xxxvi.) that ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was “a tall strongly-built man holding himself straight as an arrow, with white turban and raiment, long black locks reaching almost to the shoulder, broad powerful forehead indicating a strong intellect combined with an unswerving will, eyes keen as a hawk's, and strongly-marked but pleasing features… One more eloquent of speech, more ready of argument, more apt of illustration, more intimately acquainted with the sacred books of the Jews, the Christians, and the Muhammadans, could, I should think, scarcely be found even amongst the eloquent, ready, and subtle race to which he belongs”.<br> \n<br>\nNOTE: I have decided not to read the whole introduction by E.G. Browne. Instead, I have recorded just the first three pages thereof (pp. vii. – ix.), which give a brief explanation of the work. While the introduction is very interesting, it is also very long, constituting a narrative in itself, and may distract the reader from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s story. The remainder of the introduction contains a lot of useful information, including Browne’s account of how he became interested in the Bábí and Bahá’í Faiths (pp. ix. – xx.) and his famous verbal portrait of Bahá’u’lláh (pp. xxxix. – xl.). The entire introduction could be read as part of a short works collection. I have also omitted most of E.G. Browne’s footnotes, which often contain long quotations in Arabic or Persian or otherwise distract the reader from the narrative. Likewise, the long notes at the end of the book have been omitted.”<br>\n\n(Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-travellers-narrative-written-to-illustrate-the-episode-of-the-bab-by-abdul-baha-abbas/ |
this book history proscribed persecuted sect written one themselves writes professor edward granville browne cambridge orientalist translated narrative after suffering silence nigh upon half century length find voice tell tale offer apology voice interpreter work story life siyyid alí muhammad i shírází 1819 1850 known báb arabic gate claimed none promised one islám new manifestation god also proclaimed gate herald forerunner even greater manifestation god would come soon him promised one religions return christ glory father mírzá husayn alí yi núrí 1817 1892 known bahá u lláh arabic the glory god followers báb known bábís bahá u lláh declared mission 1863 bábís accepted manifestation foretold báb bahá u lláh s followers became known bahá ís book also describes bahá u lláh s exile teachings edward g browne continued refer bahá ís bábís isn t quite correct bahá í faith represents new religious dispensation recognised second widespread religion planet recent great world religions narrative composed abbás effendí 1844 1921 also known abdu l bahá arabic servant glory eldest son bahá u lláh leader bahá í faith bahá u lláh s passing browne met author palestine writes p xxxvi abdu l bahá a tall strongly built man holding straight arrow white turban raiment long black locks reaching almost shoulder broad powerful forehead indicating strong intellect combined unswerving will eyes keen hawk s strongly marked pleasing features one eloquent speech ready argument apt illustration intimately acquainted sacred books jews christians muhammadans could think scarcely found even amongst eloquent ready subtle race belongs br br note decided read whole introduction e g browne instead recorded first three pages thereof pp vii ix give brief explanation work introduction interesting also long constituting narrative itself may distract reader abdu l bahá s story remainder introduction contains lot useful information including browne s account became interested bábí bahá í faiths pp ix xx famous verbal portrait bahá u lláh pp xxxix xl entire introduction could read part short works collection also omitted e g browne s footnotes often contain long quotations arabic persian otherwise distract reader narrative likewise long notes end book omitted br summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
| 4416 |
4386 |
4857 |
Stupidity |
Amy Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Stupidity by Amy Lowell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 31st, 2010.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/stupidity-by-amy-lowell/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings stupidity amy lowell weekly poetry project october 31st 2010 p |
| 4417 |
4387 |
4858 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909-1922 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Short Stories |
</br>L.M. Montgomery was a Canadian author, best known for a series of novels that began with Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. Once published, Anne of Green Gables was an immediate success. The central character, Anne, an orphaned girl, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following. The first novel was followed by a series of sequels with Anne as the central character. Montgomery went on to publish 20 novels as well as 500 short stories and poems. Because many of the novels were set on Prince Edward Island in Canada, Canada and the Canadian province became literary landmarks. (Introduction by Wikipedia)\n<br /><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908</a><br>Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922<br></br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br l m montgomery canadian author best known series novels began anne green gables published 1908 published anne green gables immediate success central character anne orphaned girl made montgomery famous lifetime gave international following first novel followed series sequels anne central character montgomery went publish 20 novels well 500 short stories poems many novels set prince edward island canada canada canadian province became literary landmarks introduction wikipedia br br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 to 1901 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 to 1903 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 a br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 br br |
| 4418 |
4388 |
4859 |
Spirit of Youth and the City Streets |
Jane Addams |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Much of the material in the following pages has appeared in current publications. It is here presented in book form in the hope that it may prove of value to those groups of people who in many cities are making a gallant effort to minimize the dangers which surround young people and to provide them with opportunities for recreation. (Introduction by Jane Addams) <br /><br />Jane Addams (1860 – 1935) was the first American woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. In a long, complex career, she was a pioneer settlement worker and founder of Hull House in Chicago, a public philosopher, a sociologist, an author and a spokesperson for women's suffrage and world peace. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-youth-and-the-city-streets-by-jane-addams/ |
much material following pages appeared current publications presented book form hope may prove value groups people many cities making gallant effort minimize dangers surround young people provide opportunities recreation introduction jane addams br br jane addams 1860 1935 first american woman awarded nobel peace prize long complex career pioneer settlement worker founder hull house chicago public philosopher sociologist author spokesperson women s suffrage world peace from wikipedia p |
| 4419 |
4389 |
4860 |
Autobiography of Methuselah |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Religious Fiction, Satire |
<p>A satirical look at early biblical events from the point of view of someone who was there to witness most of them: the oldest man in recorded history. (Introduction by Matthew Reece)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-methuselah-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
p a satirical look early biblical events point view someone witness them oldest man recorded history introduction matthew reece p |
| 4420 |
12423 |
13133 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - July |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of July. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-july-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month july summary carolin |
| 4421 |
4392 |
4863 |
Topics |
Aristotle |
*Non-fiction, Science |
The Topics is is the fifth of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon ("Instrument"). The Topics constitutes Aristotle's treatise on the art of dialectic—the invention and discovery of arguments in which the propositions rest upon commonly-held opinions or endoxa. Topoi are "places" from which such arguments can be discovered or invented. In his treatise on the Topics, Aristotle does not explicitly define a topos, though it is "at least primarily a strategy for argument not infrequently justified or explained by a principle." (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/topics-by-aristotle/ |
topics fifth aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon instrument topics constitutes aristotle s treatise art dialectic the invention discovery arguments propositions rest upon commonly held opinions endoxa topoi places arguments discovered invented treatise topics aristotle explicitly define topos though at least primarily strategy argument infrequently justified explained principle adapted wikipedia p |
| 4422 |
4393 |
4864 |
Ontstaan der Soorten |
Charles Darwin |
Life Sciences |
Het ontstaan der soorten (Engels: The Origin of Species) is het bekendste boek van de Britse bioloog Charles Darwin. In het boek zet Darwin zijn evolutietheorie uiteen, volgens welke al het leven op aarde een gemeenschappelijke afstamming heeft en natuurlijke selectie het belangrijkste mechanisme voor het ontstaan van soorten en de aanpassing van soorten aan hun milieu is. (Introductie door Jozef Van Giel)\n<BR>In sectie 20 wordt in de audio verwezen naar een figuur, met een link die niet meer werkt. <a href="http://darwin-online.org.uk/converted/published/1859_Origin_F373/1859_Origin_F373_fig02.jpg">Deze figuur is wel te vinden onder deze link</a>. |
Dutch |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/het-ontstaan-der-soorten-door-charles-darwin/ |
het ontstaan der soorten engels origin species het bekendste boek van de britse bioloog charles darwin het boek zet darwin zijn evolutietheorie uiteen volgens welke al het leven op aarde een gemeenschappelijke afstamming heeft en natuurlijke selectie het belangrijkste mechanisme voor het ontstaan van soorten en de aanpassing van soorten aan hun milieu is introductie door jozef van giel br in sectie 20 wordt de audio verwezen naar een figuur met een link die niet meer werkt a href http darwin online org uk converted published 1859_origin_f373 1859_origin_f373_fig02 jpg deze figuur wel te vinden onder deze link a |
| 4423 |
4394 |
4865 |
Skylark of Space |
Lee Hawkins Garby |
Science Fiction |
<p>The novel begins with the accidental discovery, in a Government laboratory in Washington D. C., of a form of clean nuclear power. Our hero, Dr. Richard Seaton, uses this power to build first a flying belt and then an interstellar spaceship. He later discovers that the process operates by generation and manipulation of gravity fields.\n\nWhen his government coworkers do not believe him, Seaton acquires rights to his discovery from the government and commercializes it with the aid of his friend, millionaire inventor Martin Crane. A former colleague, Dr. Marc DuQuesne, joins with the unscrupulous World Steel Corporation to try to steal Seaton's invention. The resulting conflict escalates, as Seaton and Duquesne develop greater and greater technical capabilities and enlist more and more powerful alien races as allies.. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-skylark-of-space-by-e-e-smith/ |
p the novel begins accidental discovery government laboratory washington d c form clean nuclear power hero dr richard seaton uses power build first flying belt interstellar spaceship later discovers process operates generation manipulation gravity fields government coworkers believe him seaton acquires rights discovery government commercializes aid friend millionaire inventor martin crane former colleague dr marc duquesne joins unscrupulous world steel corporation try steal seaton s invention resulting conflict escalates seaton duquesne develop greater greater technical capabilities enlist powerful alien races allies summary wikipedia p |
| 4424 |
4395 |
4866 |
Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex, Part 3 |
Charles Darwin |
Science |
<p>III. SEXUAL SELECTION IN RELATION TO MAN, AND CONCLUSION.\nPart 3 of 3 of a book on evolutionary theory by English naturalist Charles Darwin, first published in 1871. It was Darwin's second great book on evolutionary theory, following his 1859 work, On The Origin of Species. In The Descent of Man, Darwin applies evolutionary theory to human evolution, and details his theory of sexual selection. The book discusses many related issues, including evolutionary psychology, evolutionary ethics, differences between human races, differences between sexes, the superiority of men to women, and the relevance of the evolutionary theory to society.(Summary by Wikipedia)<p>NOTE - In this audio version , many of Darwin's references to his sources have been omitted. People wishing to follow-up the references will find them all given in the text version.</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/descent-of-man-and-selection-in-relation-to-sex-the-part-3-by-charles-darwin/ |
p iii sexual selection relation man conclusion part 3 3 book evolutionary theory english naturalist charles darwin first published 1871 darwin s second great book evolutionary theory following 1859 work origin species descent man darwin applies evolutionary theory human evolution details theory sexual selection book discusses many related issues including evolutionary psychology evolutionary ethics differences human races differences sexes superiority men women relevance evolutionary theory society summary wikipedia p note audio version many darwin s references sources omitted people wishing follow up references find given text version p |
| 4425 |
4396 |
4867 |
Heir of Redclyffe |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
General Fiction, Romance |
The Heir of Redclyffe (1853) was the first of Charlotte M. Yonge's bestselling romantic novels. Its religious tone derives from the High Church background of her family and from her friendship with a leading figure in the Oxford Movement, John Keble, who closely supervised the writing of the book. The germ of its plot was suggested by her friend Marianne Dyson. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-heir-of-redclyffe-by-charlotte-yonge/ |
heir redclyffe 1853 first charlotte m yonge s bestselling romantic novels religious tone derives high church background family friendship leading figure oxford movement john keble closely supervised writing book germ plot suggested friend marianne dyson summary wikipedia p |
| 4426 |
4397 |
4868 |
Soul of Man |
Oscar Wilde |
*Non-fiction, Political Science, Modern |
<p>“(T)he past is what man should not have been. The present is what man ought not to be. The future is what artists are.”<br/><br/>\n\nPublished originally as “The Soul of Man Under Socialism,” this is not so much a work of sober political analysis; rather it can be summed up as a rhapsodic manifesto on behalf of the Individual. Socialism having deployed technology to liberate the whole of humanity from soul-destroying labour, the State obligingly withers away to allow the free development of a joyful, anarchic hedonism...<br/><br/>\n\n“Is this Utopian? A map of the world that does not include Utopia is not worth even glancing at, for it leaves out the one country at which Humanity is always landing.”<br/><br/>\n\nFar from abandoning the epigram in favour of the slogan, Wilde wittily assails several of his favourite targets: the misguided purveyors of philanthropy; life-denying ascetics of various kinds; the army of the half-educated who constitute themselves the enemies of Art - and those venal popular journalists who cater to them...<br/><br/>\n\n“Behind the barricade there may be much that is noble and heroic. But what is there behind the leading-article but prejudice, stupidity, cant, and twaddle?” (Introduction by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-man-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p t he past man been present man ought be future artists are br br published originally the soul man socialism much work sober political analysis rather summed rhapsodic manifesto behalf individual socialism deployed technology liberate whole humanity soul destroying labour state obligingly withers away allow free development joyful anarchic hedonism br br is utopian map world include utopia worth even glancing at leaves one country humanity always landing br br far abandoning epigram favour slogan wilde wittily assails several favourite targets misguided purveyors philanthropy life denying ascetics various kinds army half educated constitute enemies art venal popular journalists cater them br br behind barricade may much noble heroic behind leading article prejudice stupidity cant twaddle introduction martin geeson p |
| 4427 |
4400 |
4871 |
Von der Gnade - An den Kaiser Nero (De Clementia) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Kein lebendes Wesen ist störrischer, keines will mit mehr Kunst behandelt seyn, als der Mensch; keines muß mehr geschont werden. Denn was ist thörichter, als daß man sich schämt, an Zugvieh und Hunden seinen Zorn auszulassen, der Mensch aber unter Menschen stehend am schlimmsten daran ist?\n(aus dem Text)</p> |
German |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-gnade-an-den-kaiser-nero-de-clementia-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca-2/ |
kein lebendes wesen ist störrischer keines mit mehr kunst behandelt seyn als der mensch keines muß mehr geschont werden denn ist thörichter als daß man sich schämt zugvieh und hunden seinen zorn auszulassen der mensch aber unter menschen stehend schlimmsten daran ist aus dem text p |
| 4428 |
4401 |
4872 |
In Memoriam |
Ewart Alan Mackintosh |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), History |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <i>In Memoriam</i> by Ewart Alan Mackintosh. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 7th, 2010.<br /><br />\nThis week's poem has been chosen for this time of remembrance. Lieutenant Ewart Alan Mackintosh M.C. was a war poet and an officer in the Seaforth Highlanders. His best poetry has been said to be comparable in quality to that of Rupert Brooke. In 1916 he led a raid in which several of his men were killed, one of whom inspired this poem. Mackintosh was himself killed on 21 November 1917. (Summary by Ruth Golding)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/in-memoriam-by-ewart-alan-mackintosh/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings i in memoriam i ewart alan mackintosh weekly poetry project november 7th 2010 br br week s poem chosen time remembrance lieutenant ewart alan mackintosh m c war poet officer seaforth highlanders best poetry said comparable quality rupert brooke 1916 led raid several men killed one inspired poem mackintosh killed 21 november 1917 summary ruth golding p |
| 4429 |
4402 |
4873 |
Shaving of Shagpat |
George Meredith |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
The novel is a humorous oriental romance and allegory written in the style of the Arabian Nights. Like its model, it includes a number of stories within the story, along with poetic asides. (Summary by Wikipedia.)\n<br/><br/>\n“The variety of scenes and images, the untiring evolution of plot, the kaleidoscopic shifting of harmonious colours, all these seem of the very essence of Arabia, and to coil directly from some bottle of a genie. Ah! what a bottle!” -Edmund Gosse in <a href="http://librivox.org/gossip-in-a-library-by-edmund-gosse/">Gossip in a Library</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-shaving-of-shagpat-by-george-meredith/ |
novel humorous oriental romance allegory written style arabian nights like model includes number stories within story along poetic asides summary wikipedia br br the variety scenes images untiring evolution plot kaleidoscopic shifting harmonious colours seem essence arabia coil directly bottle genie ah bottle edmund gosse a href http librivox org gossip in a library by edmund gosse gossip library a br br |
| 4430 |
4403 |
4875 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 012 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-012-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 4431 |
4404 |
4876 |
Prelude |
Katherine Mansfield |
General Fiction |
One of the first books to be published by Leonard & Virginia Woolf's Hogarth Press, Prelude is among Katherine Mansfield's most accomplished stories, inspired by her childhood in New Zealand. (Introduction by iremonger)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/prelude-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
one first books published leonard virginia woolf s hogarth press prelude among katherine mansfield s accomplished stories inspired childhood new zealand introduction iremonger p |
| 4432 |
4405 |
4877 |
World That Couldn't Be |
Clifford D. Simak |
Science Fiction |
Layard was a curiosity to sociologists. The planet supported thriving tribes of natives but they were genderless. How could tribes form without families? But Gavin Duncan didn’t care. He had come to Layard to farm vua plants. Their berries cured mental illnesses and were one of the most expensive commodities in the galaxy. He was going to make his fortune if he could just keep the Cytha at bay, a big, dumb animal that could munch through 10 rows of vua in a night. Despite native superstitions he was going to have to hunt and kill the pest if he was to protect his crop. It was a dim-witted beast. How hard could it be? – “The World That Couldn’t Be” was first published in the January 1958 issue of Galaxy Science Fiction magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-that-couldnt-be-by-clifford-d-simak/ |
layard curiosity sociologists planet supported thriving tribes natives genderless could tribes form without families gavin duncan didn t care come layard farm vua plants berries cured mental illnesses one expensive commodities galaxy going make fortune could keep cytha bay big dumb animal could munch 10 rows vua night despite native superstitions going hunt kill pest protect crop dim witted beast hard could be the world couldn t be first published january 1958 issue galaxy science fiction magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4433 |
4406 |
4878 |
Comédie Humaine: 04 - Scènes de la vie privée tome 4 (date incertaine, avant début décembre 1845) |
Honoré de Balzac |
Short Stories |
<p>Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de mœurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… (Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-privee-tome-4-by-honore-de-balzac-1104/ |
p ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de mœurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
| 4434 |
4434 |
4909 |
Strijd des Levens |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Het kerstverhaal van 1846 vertaling van The battle of life. De rampzalige historie over het verlaten van het vaderlijk huis en vinden van geschikte huwelijkskandidaten voor Marion en Grace, de aantrekkelijke dochters van dr. Jeddler, de dorpsdokter.<br />Motto's van het boek zijn: 'Vergeten en vergeven'en 'Doe zoals ge wenscht dat U gescheidt'. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/de-strijd-des-levens-by-charles-dickens/ |
het kerstverhaal van 1846 vertaling van battle life de rampzalige historie het verlaten van het vaderlijk huis en vinden van geschikte huwelijkskandidaten voor marion en grace de aantrekkelijke dochters van dr jeddler de dorpsdokter br motto s van het boek zijn vergeten en vergeven en doe zoals ge wenscht dat u gescheidt samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
| 4435 |
4407 |
4879 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 04. April 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the April Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>Serilan, by W J McGee and Willard D. Johnson</li>\n<li>The Olympic Country, by S. C. Gilman, C. E.</li>\n<li>The Discovery of Glacier Bay, Alaska, by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore</li>\n<li>Hydrography in the United States, by Frederick H. Newell</li>\n<li>Recent Triangulation in the Cascades, by S. S. Gannett</li>\n<li>The Altitude of Mount Adams, Washington, by Edgar McClure</li></ul>\nalong with geographic literature and a few miscellanea notes.<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-04-april-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly april number br includes following articles br ul li serilan w j mcgee willard d johnson li li the olympic country s c gilman c e li li the discovery glacier bay alaska eliza ruhamah scidmore li li hydrography united states frederick h newell li li recent triangulation cascades s s gannett li li the altitude mount adams washington edgar mcclure li ul along geographic literature miscellanea notes br |
| 4436 |
4408 |
4880 |
Waverley, Volume 2 |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<i>Waverley</i> is set during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745, which sought to restore the Stuart dynasty in the person of Charles Edward Stuart (or 'Bonnie Prince Charlie'). It relates the story of a young dreamer and English soldier, Edward Waverley, who was sent to Scotland in 1745. He journeys North from his aristocratic family home, Waverley-Honour, in the south of England first to the Scottish Lowlands and the home of family friend Baron Bradwardine, then into the Highlands and the heart of the 1745 Jacobite uprising and aftermath. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/waverley-volume-2-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
i waverley i set jacobite rebellion 1745 sought restore stuart dynasty person charles edward stuart or bonnie prince charlie relates story young dreamer english soldier edward waverley sent scotland 1745 journeys north aristocratic family home waverley honour south england first scottish lowlands home family friend baron bradwardine highlands heart 1745 jacobite uprising aftermath summary wikipedia p |
| 4437 |
4409 |
4881 |
Short Poetry Collection 092 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems recorded by LibriVox volunteers for the month of November 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-092-by-various/ |
collection poems recorded librivox volunteers month november 2010 p |
| 4438 |
4410 |
4882 |
New Arrival |
George Washington Cable |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of A New Arrival by George W. Cable. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 17th, 2010.<br><br>"The New Arrival" is a valuable poem because it expresses the joy of a young father over his new baby. If girls should be educated to be good mothers, so should boys be taught that fatherhood is the highest and holiest joy and right of man. The child is educator to the man. He teaches him how to take responsibility, how to give unbiased judgments, and how to be fatherly like "Our Father who is in Heaven." (1844-.) (introduction to 'A New Arrival' from Poems Every Child Should Know by Mary E. Burt ed.)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-new-arrival-by-george-w-cable/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings new arrival george w cable fortnightly poetry project may 17th 2010 br br the new arrival valuable poem expresses joy young father new baby girls educated good mothers boys taught fatherhood highest holiest joy right man child educator man teaches take responsibility give unbiased judgments fatherly like our father heaven 1844 introduction a new arrival poems every child know mary e burt ed p |
| 4439 |
4411 |
4884 |
Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard |
Eleanor Farjeon |
General Fiction |
The wandering minstrel Martin Pippin finds a lovelorn ploughman who begs him to visit the orchard where his beloved has been locked in the well-house with six sworn virgins to guard her. Martin Pippin goes to the rescue and wins the confidence of the young women by telling them love stories. Although ostensibly a children's book, the six love stories, which have much the form of Perrault's fairy tales such as Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella, have a depth which is adult in sentiment, and indeed they were written not for a child but for a young soldier, Victor Haslam. Among the stories, themes include the apparent loss of a loved one, betrayal, and the yearning of a woman for whom it appears that love will never come. (Introduction adapted from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/martin-pippin-in-the-apple-orchard-by-eleanor-farjeon/ |
wandering minstrel martin pippin finds lovelorn ploughman begs visit orchard beloved locked well house six sworn virgins guard her martin pippin goes rescue wins confidence young women telling love stories although ostensibly children s book six love stories much form perrault s fairy tales beauty beast cinderella depth adult sentiment indeed written child young soldier victor haslam among stories themes include apparent loss loved one betrayal yearning woman appears love never come introduction adapted wikipedia p |
| 4440 |
4412 |
4886 |
Lord of the Isles |
Sir Walter Scott |
Narratives |
<p>In stunning narrative poetry, the story begins during the time when Robert Bruce, Earl of Carrick has been hunted out of Scotland into exile by the English and their allies. Bruce returns over sea from the Island of Rachrin: but is forced to land close to hostile forces at Artonish Castle on the seacoast of Argylshire. Seeking refuge from tempestuous seas, Bruce begs shelter from Ronald, Lord of the Isles: inadvertently on the day of his marriage feast to the beautiful Edith of Lorn.<br>\n\nBruce's very presence is enough to interrupt the nuptials and to break up the festivities: the guests quickly polarise into two armed and equally matched factions: one ready to raise Bruce to the Scottish crown, the other ready to slay him for desecration and murder. The combatants are dispersed with no bloodshed only by the combined offices of Lord Ronald himself, aided by a visiting Abbot: whereupon Bruce quickly removes himself to first the Island of Sky, and then Ayrshire: raising the an army willing to rout the English and re-establish Scottish independence.\n<br>\nBruce begins to win a steady stream of victories as his armies march inevitably towards Bannockburn. There, Bruce confronts Scotland's formidable enemy - led by the son of the Hammer of the Scots: the English outnumbering the Scots by more than two to one.\n<br>\n- Can Bruce - the so-called fugitive, traitor, and turn-coat - succeed against the massed might of England?<br>\n- Will the beautiful Edith choose to side with her blood-relations - who fight for England; or with Lord Ronald, her betrothed - who marches to battle behind Scotland's Bruce?\n\n(Introduction by Godsend)</p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/the-lord-of-the-isles-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
p in stunning narrative poetry story begins time robert bruce earl carrick hunted scotland exile english allies bruce returns sea island rachrin forced land close hostile forces artonish castle seacoast argylshire seeking refuge tempestuous seas bruce begs shelter ronald lord isles inadvertently day marriage feast beautiful edith lorn br bruce s presence enough interrupt nuptials break festivities guests quickly polarise two armed equally matched factions one ready raise bruce scottish crown ready slay desecration murder combatants dispersed bloodshed combined offices lord ronald himself aided visiting abbot whereupon bruce quickly removes first island sky ayrshire raising army willing rout english re establish scottish independence br bruce begins win steady stream victories armies march inevitably towards bannockburn there bruce confronts scotland s formidable enemy led son hammer scots english outnumbering scots two one br bruce so called fugitive traitor turn coat succeed massed might england br beautiful edith choose side blood relations fight england lord ronald betrothed marches battle behind scotland s bruce introduction godsend p |
| 4441 |
4413 |
4887 |
In the Closed Room |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction |
This is a short story about a shy, quiet little girl living in a big city. When her parents are offered the opportunity to take care of a house in the suburbs for the summer she meets another little girl in the house and they become playmates. (Introduction by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-closed-room-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
short story shy quiet little girl living big city parents offered opportunity take care house suburbs summer meets another little girl house become playmates introduction linda andrus p |
| 4442 |
4414 |
4888 |
goldne Topf |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Fantastic Fiction |
<p>Eines Tages erblickt der Student Anselmus in einem Holunderbusch die blauen Augen einer kleinen Schlange und verliebt sich auf der Stelle in sie. Die Tochter seines Freundes Konrektor Paulmann, Veronika, wiederum ist in ihn verliebt. Sie hofft, er werde Karriere machen und ihr ein Leben in Luxus bieten. Im Augenblick aber ist Anselmus mittellos und tritt deshalb eine Stelle als Kopierer alter Schriften bei dem Geheimen Archivarius Lindhorst, einem verschrobenen Alchemisten und Zauberer an. Er erfährt, dass die kleine Schlage niemand anders ist als des Archivarius Lindhost Tochter Serpentina. Während seiner Arbeit in Lindhorsts Haus begegnen ihm wunderbare Dinge. Doch auch Veronika hat ihn noch nicht aufgegeben. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/der-goldne-topf-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
p eines tages erblickt der student anselmus einem holunderbusch die blauen augen einer kleinen schlange und verliebt sich auf der stelle sie die tochter seines freundes konrektor paulmann veronika wiederum ist ihn verliebt sie hofft er werde karriere machen und ihr ein leben luxus bieten im augenblick aber ist anselmus mittellos und tritt deshalb eine stelle als kopierer alter schriften bei dem geheimen archivarius lindhorst einem verschrobenen alchemisten und zauberer an er erfährt dass die kleine schlage niemand anders ist als des archivarius lindhost tochter serpentina während seiner arbeit lindhorsts haus begegnen ihm wunderbare dinge doch auch veronika hat ihn noch nicht aufgegeben zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4443 |
4415 |
4889 |
Bible (DBY) AT 01-05 : Pentateuque <small>(Genèse, Exode, Lévitique, Nombres et Deutéronome)</small> |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
Ces cinq premiers livres de la Bible nous rapportent la relation de Dieu avec l'humanité et le peuple d'Israël, depuis ses balbutiements jusqu'à son arrivée aux portes de la terre promise. \n\n« Souviens-toi des jours d’autrefois, considérez les années de génération en génération ; interroge ton père, et il te le déclarera, tes anciens, et ils te le diront. Quand le Très-haut partageait l’héritage aux nations, quand il séparait les fils d’Adam, il établit les limites des peuples selon le nombre des fils d’Israël. » (De 32:7-8) \n\nRésumé par Ezwa |
French |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/bible-dby-at-01-05-pentateuque-genese-exode-levitique-nombres-et-deuteronome-by-darby-bible/ |
ces cinq premiers livres de la bible nous rapportent la relation de dieu avec l humanité et le peuple d israël depuis ses balbutiements jusqu à son arrivée aux portes de la terre promise souviens toi des jours d autrefois considérez les années de génération en génération interroge ton père et il te le déclarera tes anciens et ils te le diront quand le très haut partageait l héritage aux nations quand il séparait les fils d adam il établit les limites des peuples selon le nombre des fils d israël de 32 7 8 résumé par ezwa |
| 4444 |
4416 |
4890 |
Innocents, A Story for Lovers |
Sinclair Lewis |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>“Mr. and Mrs. Seth Appleby were almost old. They called each other 'Father' and 'Mother.' But frequently they were guilty of holding hands, or of cuddling together in corners, and Father was a person of stubborn youthfulness.” It is only by subterfuge that Seth is able every year to obtain his two week's vacation from the shoe store, and they are off to the farm-house of Uncle Joe Tubbs on Cape Cod. But this year the vacation turns into a full blown scheme to open a country tea room somewhere on Cape Cod, and their life suddenly begins to change. . . . (Introduction by Don W. Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-innocents-a-story-for-lovers-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
p mr mrs seth appleby almost old called father mother frequently guilty holding hands cuddling together corners father person stubborn youthfulness subterfuge seth able every year obtain two week s vacation shoe store farm house uncle joe tubbs cape cod year vacation turns full blown scheme open country tea room somewhere cape cod life suddenly begins change introduction w jenkins p |
| 4445 |
4417 |
4891 |
Priest on Horseback-Father Farmer: 1720-1786 |
Eva K. Betz |
Historical, Religion |
<p>A historical novel for children, which tells the story of several months in the life of the then famous Father Farmer, as he traveled a Mass circuit in Pre-Revolutionary, Colonial America. He faced much danger and and adventure, in order to provide the Mass and the Sacraments to Catholics who had not seen a priest in years.<br><br>Father Farmer was a real life missionary priest during the 1700’s in what is now New England. In 1779 he was appointed as one of the first trustees of the University of Pennsylvania. He also had a reputation as a philosopher and astronomer in his time, and was a member of the American Philosophical Society. (Introduction by Maria Therese)</p>This recording was read from a hard copy; no online text was available at the time.<br><br> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/priest-on-horseback-father-farmer-1720-1786-by-eva-k-betz/ |
p a historical novel children tells story several months life famous father farmer traveled mass circuit pre revolutionary colonial america faced much danger adventure order provide mass sacraments catholics seen priest years br br father farmer real life missionary priest 1700 s new england 1779 appointed one first trustees university pennsylvania also reputation philosopher astronomer time member american philosophical society introduction maria therese p this recording read hard copy online text available time br br |
| 4446 |
4418 |
4893 |
Princesse de Monpensier |
Madame de La Fayette |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>La Princesse de Monpensier est un court roman publié anonymement en 1662 par Madame de Lafayette (1634-1693). L'action se déroule entre 1568 et 1572 en France et a pour toile de fond la troisième et la quatrième guerres de religions; le récit s'achève à l'époque du massacre de la Saint-Barthélemy, qui y est brièvement évoqué. L'héroïne est une jeune et riche héritière de famille noble dont le jeu des alliances politiques décide du mariage au Prince de Monpensier. Son amour de jeunesse pour le duc de Guise se ravive à l'occasion d'une rencontre fortuite et un combat entre la vertu et la passion s'ensuit. Ce roman met en lumière la difficulté des relations amoureuses prises en porte-à-faux entre les considérations politiques, les contraintes sociales et les impératifs de la passion. (résumé par Ariodante)</p> |
French |
1662 |
https://librivox.org/la-princesse-de-monpensier-par-madame-de-la-fayette/ |
p la princesse de monpensier est un court roman publié anonymement en 1662 par madame de lafayette 1634 1693 l action se déroule entre 1568 et 1572 en france et pour toile de fond la troisième et la quatrième guerres de religions le récit s achève à l époque du massacre de la saint barthélemy qui est brièvement évoqué l héroïne est une jeune et riche héritière de famille noble dont le jeu des alliances politiques décide du mariage au prince de monpensier son amour de jeunesse pour le duc de guise se ravive à l occasion d une rencontre fortuite et un combat entre la vertu et la passion s ensuit ce roman met en lumière la difficulté des relations amoureuses prises en porte à faux entre les considérations politiques les contraintes sociales et les impératifs de la passion résumé par ariodante p |
| 4447 |
4419 |
4894 |
Ghost of Guir House |
Charles Willing Beale |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Do you think you understand ghosts? Now you will.<br /><br />Paul Henley, seemingly summoned to a mysterious rural Virginia mansion from his home in New York, finds himself as a guest at a remote, dilapidated colonial house with a host and a hostess every bit as mysterious as the house itself. Might Dorothy, his hostess, somehow be implicated in the hideous crime which he came to know took place in the hidden depths of Guir House some years ago? He hardly thought so, she seemed so innocent. And yet .... (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-of-guir-house-by-charles-willing-beale/ |
think understand ghosts will br br paul henley seemingly summoned mysterious rural virginia mansion home new york finds guest remote dilapidated colonial house host hostess every bit mysterious house itself might dorothy hostess somehow implicated hideous crime came know took place hidden depths guir house years ago hardly thought so seemed innocent yet introduction roger melin p |
| 4448 |
4420 |
4895 |
Fighting the Flying Circus |
Eddie Rickenbacker |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Memoirs |
This is the WWI memoirs of Medal of Honor winner, Capt Eddie Rickenbacker. He fought in and eventually became commander of the 94th "Hat-in-the-Ring" Squadron, which ended the war with the highest number of air victories of any American squadron. The circus mentioned in the title refers to the German squadron commanded by the famous Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. (Introduction by Brett W. Downey)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/fighting-the-flying-circus-by-eddie-rickenbacker/ |
wwi memoirs medal honor winner capt eddie rickenbacker fought eventually became commander 94th hat in the ring squadron ended war highest number air victories american squadron circus mentioned title refers german squadron commanded famous red baron manfred von richthofen introduction brett w downey p |
| 4449 |
4421 |
4896 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 047 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 047: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members, including stories by Poul Anderson, Aphra Behn, Kate Chopin, Joseph Conrad, Thomas Hardy, Bret Harte, O. Henry, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Franz Kafka, Rudyard Kipling, Jack London, Lucy Maud Montgomery and Wilbur D. Nesbit.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-047-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 047 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members including stories poul anderson aphra behn kate chopin joseph conrad thomas hardy bret harte o henry oliver wendell holmes franz kafka rudyard kipling jack london lucy maud montgomery wilbur d nesbit br br |
| 4450 |
4422 |
4897 |
Birds' Christmas Carol (version 2) |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>Born on Christmas Day, little Carol Bird is a gentle soul who touches every life around her. Despite physical illness, Carol is loved by everyone who knows her. This year, she is going to make Christmas extra special for her family and the little Ruggles children who live nearby. (Introduction by Andrea Boltz)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-birds-christmas-carol-version-2-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
p born christmas day little carol bird gentle soul touches every life around her despite physical illness carol loved everyone knows her year going make christmas extra special family little ruggles children live nearby introduction andrea boltz p |
| 4451 |
4423 |
4898 |
Preußische Jugend zur Zeit Napoleons |
Wilhelm von Bode |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Die Jugenderinnerungen Karl Leberecht Immermanns sind ursprünglich in den drei Bänden »Memorabilien« eingeschlossen, die so vielerlei enthalten, daß sie im Ganzen nur wenigen Lesern mundgerecht sein können. Sodann hat Immermann durch seine Bescheidenheit und seine Betrachtungslust sich verleiten lassen, die Erzählung der eigenen und der vaterländischen Erlebnisse immer wieder durch lange geschichtsphilosophische, politische, literarische und andere Erörterungen zu unterbrechen und Vergleiche zwischen 1840 und 1810 zu ziehen, die uns Nachkömmlinge nicht mehr fesseln können. Es sind Leitartikel vorzüglichster Art, aber wer mag jetzt noch Leitartikel von Anno 1840 lesen? Auch vermeidet Immermann manche Anspielung nicht, die heute auch dem Gelehrten schwerverständlich geworden ist, gebraucht auch manches Fremdwort, das jetzt bereits veraltet ist. Am raschesten mußte der Titel veralten, denn Immermann nannte diesen Teil seiner Memorabilien: »Die Jugend vor fünfundzwanzig Jahren«.<br><br>\n\nDa nun aber der Kern des Werkes recht wertvoll ist, so haben wir den Versuch gemacht, durch ein unbarmherziges Streichen alles die Erzählung Hemmenden, durch andere Einteilung, durch Umsetzung einiger Seiten, durch Erklärung der Anspielungen und gelehrten Worte aus dem Alten ein Neues zu machen, das wir nun für recht lesbar und anschaulich halten. Ein Kapitel gar, unser zwölftes, haben wir einer andern Schrift des Dichters entnommen, nämlich seinem Bericht »Das Fest der Freiwilligen zu Köln am Rheine den 3. Februar 1830«. Wir halten aus einem besonderen Grunde diese Bearbeitung und Ausnutzung für erlaubt. Immermann war schon tot, als seine »Memorabilien« erschienen; hätte er statt des halben ein volles Menschenleben ausgedauert, so hätte er gewiß selber eine Umarbeitung in ähnlicher Weise vorgenommen. Da er aber in voller Manneskraft hinweg genommen wurde, so wagt ein Landsmann und Gesinnungsverwandter statt seiner diese neue Redaktion.<p>(Auszug aus der Einleitung von Wilhelm Bode)</p> |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/preussische-jugend-zur-zeit-napoleons-by-karl-immermann/ |
die jugenderinnerungen karl leberecht immermanns sind ursprünglich den drei bänden memorabilien eingeschlossen die vielerlei enthalten daß sie im ganzen nur wenigen lesern mundgerecht sein können sodann hat immermann durch seine bescheidenheit und seine betrachtungslust sich verleiten lassen die erzählung der eigenen und der vaterländischen erlebnisse immer wieder durch lange geschichtsphilosophische politische literarische und andere erörterungen zu unterbrechen und vergleiche zwischen 1840 und 1810 zu ziehen die uns nachkömmlinge nicht mehr fesseln können es sind leitartikel vorzüglichster art aber wer mag jetzt noch leitartikel von anno 1840 lesen auch vermeidet immermann manche anspielung nicht die heute auch dem gelehrten schwerverständlich geworden ist gebraucht auch manches fremdwort das jetzt bereits veraltet ist raschesten mußte der titel veralten denn immermann nannte diesen teil seiner memorabilien die jugend vor fünfundzwanzig jahren br br da nun aber der kern des werkes recht wertvoll ist haben wir den versuch gemacht durch ein unbarmherziges streichen alles die erzählung hemmenden durch andere einteilung durch umsetzung einiger seiten durch erklärung der anspielungen und gelehrten worte aus dem alten ein neues zu machen das wir nun für recht lesbar und anschaulich halten ein kapitel gar unser zwölftes haben wir einer andern schrift des dichters entnommen nämlich seinem bericht das fest der freiwilligen zu köln rheine den 3 februar 1830 wir halten aus einem besonderen grunde diese bearbeitung und ausnutzung für erlaubt immermann war schon tot als seine memorabilien erschienen hätte er statt des halben ein volles menschenleben ausgedauert hätte er gewiß selber eine umarbeitung ähnlicher weise vorgenommen da er aber voller manneskraft hinweg genommen wurde wagt ein landsmann und gesinnungsverwandter statt seiner diese neue redaktion p auszug aus der einleitung von wilhelm bode p |
| 4452 |
4424 |
4899 |
Rain (Version 2) |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Rain charts the moral disintegration of a missionary attempting to convert a Pacific island prostitute named Sadie Thompson. (Introduction by an excerpt from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rain-version-2-by-william-somerset-maugham/ |
p rain charts moral disintegration missionary attempting convert pacific island prostitute named sadie thompson introduction excerpt wikipedia p |
| 4453 |
4425 |
4900 |
Bladys of the Stewponey |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The setting, geography and history of this story by Rev'd Sabine Baring-Gould, author of <i>Onward Christian Soldiers</i> and a number of other well-known hymns, are all accurate, or at least as accurate as local lore will allow. Kinver has long been a midlands beauty spot, and the UK National Trust own and open one of the rock-dwellings mentioned. The 'Stewponey' too was an inn until a year or two into the twenty-first century: <a href="http://www.blackcountrybugle.co.uk/News/Reminder-of-the-heyday-of-the-old-Stewponey-2.htm">http://www.blackcountrybugle.co.uk/News/Reminder-of-the-heyday-of-the-old-Stewponey-2.htm</a> - the present reader having stopped there for a drink and a meal many times.<br/><br/>\nThe story, whether you call it a romance, a historical novel or a horror story - comprising as it does a young woman being offered as a prize in a bowling match, a wife-burning, highwaymen and buried treasure - is of course wholly fiction. (Introduction by AJM) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/bladys-of-the-stewponey-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
setting geography history story rev d sabine baring gould author i onward christian soldiers i number well known hymns accurate least accurate local lore allow kinver long midlands beauty spot uk national trust open one rock dwellings mentioned stewponey inn year two twenty first century a href http www blackcountrybugle co uk news reminder of the heyday of the old stewponey 2 htm http www blackcountrybugle co uk news reminder of the heyday of the old stewponey 2 htm a present reader stopped drink meal many times br br story whether call romance historical novel horror story comprising young woman offered prize bowling match wife burning highwaymen buried treasure course wholly fiction introduction ajm |
| 4454 |
4426 |
4901 |
Cymbeline |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
<p>Cymbeline is one of Shakespeare's late romances, which (like The Tempest and The Winter's Tale) combines comedy and tragedy. Imogen, the daughter of King Cymbeline of Britain, angers her father when she marries Posthumus, a worthy but penniless gentleman. The King banishes Posthumus, who goes to Rome, where he falls prey to the machinations of Iachimo, who tries to convince him that Imogen will be unfaithful. Meanwhile, the Queen (Imogen's stepmother) plots against her stepdaughter by trying to plan a match between Imogen and her worthless son Cloten. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Arviragus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Attendant and First Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Belarius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Caius Lucius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Cloten: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Cornelius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Cymbeline: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>First British Captain and Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>First Brother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>First Gentleman and First Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>First Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">rf</a><br>First Tribune and Roman Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Frenchman and Soothsayer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Guiderius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Iachimo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Imogen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Jupiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a><br>Philario: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5676">Raken</a><br>Pisanio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Posthumus Leonatus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Queen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Second British Captain, Second Gentleman, and Second Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Second Brother, Second Lord, and Second Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Sicilius Leonatus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5466">Jason Bortles</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> mb<br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/cymbeline-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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| 4455 |
4427 |
4902 |
Frau Jenny Treibel |
Theodor Fontane |
Romance |
Frau Jenny Treibel oder „Wo sich Herz zum Herzen find’t“ ist ein Roman Theodor Fontanes. Ende 1892 ausgeliefert, gewann der Roman sehr schnell die Gunst von Publikum und Kritik. Er hat sie bis heute ohne erkennbare Einschränkung bewahrt. Mit scheinbar nur halbem Ernst wird dem Leser eine Geschichte vorgeplaudert nach dem Muster einer Komödie. \nIm Zentrum des Romans stehen zwei Berliner Familien: Zum einen die großbürgerlichen Treibels – der Kommerzienrat, seine Frau Jenny sowie die Söhne Otto und Leopold, zum anderen Professor Wilibald Schmidt und seine Tochter Corinna. Es geht um Besitz und das mit ihm verbundene gesellschaftliche Ansehen, um Bildung versus Besitz, um Poesie, echte und falsche Gefühle. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/frau-jenny-treibel-by-fontane-theodor/ |
frau jenny treibel oder wo sich herz zum herzen find t ist ein roman theodor fontanes ende 1892 ausgeliefert gewann der roman sehr schnell die gunst von publikum und kritik er hat sie bis heute ohne erkennbare einschränkung bewahrt mit scheinbar nur halbem ernst wird dem leser eine geschichte vorgeplaudert nach dem muster einer komödie im zentrum des romans stehen zwei berliner familien zum einen die großbürgerlichen treibels der kommerzienrat seine frau jenny sowie die söhne otto und leopold zum anderen professor wilibald schmidt und seine tochter corinna es geht um besitz und das mit ihm verbundene gesellschaftliche ansehen um bildung versus besitz um poesie echte und falsche gefühle zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4456 |
4428 |
4903 |
Witch of Salem |
John R. Musick |
Historical Fiction |
A historical novel about the Salem Witch Trials. A fantastic illustrated historical novel by the prolific American author John R. Musick.\nFrom the author’s preface:<br><br>\nThe "Witch of Salem" is designed to cover twenty years in the history of the United States, or from the year 1680 to 1700, including all the principal features of this period. Charles Stevens of Salem, with Cora Waters, the daughter of an indented slave, whose father was captured at the time of the overthrow of the Duke of Monmouth, are the principal characters. Samuel Parris, the chief actor in the Salem tragedy, is a serious study, and has been painted, after a careful research, according to the conception formed of him. No greater villain ever lived in any age. He had scarce a redeeming feature. His religion was hypocrisy, superstition, revenge and bigotry. His ambition led him to deeds of atrocity unsurpassed. Having drawn the information on which this story is founded from what seem the most reliable sources, and woven the story in a way which it is hoped will be pleasing and instructive, we send this volume forth to speak for itself. (Summary from Authors Preface)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-witch-of-salem-by-john-r-musick/ |
historical novel salem witch trials fantastic illustrated historical novel prolific american author john r musick author s preface br br witch salem designed cover twenty years history united states year 1680 1700 including principal features period charles stevens salem cora waters daughter indented slave whose father captured time overthrow duke monmouth principal characters samuel parris chief actor salem tragedy serious study painted careful research according conception formed him greater villain ever lived age scarce redeeming feature religion hypocrisy superstition revenge bigotry ambition led deeds atrocity unsurpassed drawn information story founded seem reliable sources woven story way hoped pleasing instructive send volume forth speak itself summary authors preface p |
| 4457 |
4429 |
4904 |
Poème du Mois - 001 Chanson d'autommne |
Paul-Marie Verlaine |
Poetry |
<p>Chaque mois, nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de [i]librivoxeurs[/i] !<br>Chanson d'automne est un des plus fameux poèmes de Paul Verlaine, paru dans Poèmes saturniens.(1866)<br><br>Sa première strophe, légèrement modifiée, a été utilisé par Radio Londres le 5 juin 1944 à 21 h 15, peu avant le débarquement de Normandie pour informer un réseau de Résistance (le réseau VENTRILOQUIST) de l'imminence de l'action.<p>\n\n\n |
French |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/poeme-du-mois-001-by-paul-verlaine/ |
p chaque mois nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de i librivoxeurs i br chanson d automne est un des plus fameux poèmes de paul verlaine paru dans poèmes saturniens 1866 br br sa première strophe légèrement modifiée été utilisé par radio londres le 5 juin 1944 à 21 h 15 peu avant le débarquement de normandie pour informer un réseau de résistance le réseau ventriloquist de l imminence de l action p |
| 4458 |
4430 |
4905 |
Fabrique de crimes |
Paul Auguste Jean Nicolas Féval |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Arrivés à une époque où le crime fait de nouveau salle comble, sortons cette œuvre extraordinaire, cet <em>affreux roman</em> de nos tiroirs. <p>Plein de confiance, Monsieur Féval proclame qu' « on ira pas plus loin dans la voie du crime à bon marché. » <br/>Et c'est bien vrai : une moyenne de soixante-treize assassinats par chapitre, c'est inouï ! <br/>Sans parler des <em>vols, viols, substitutions d'enfants, faux en écriture privée ou authentique, détournements de mineures, effractions, escalades, abus de confiance, bris de serrures, fraudes, escroqueries, captations, vente à faux poids</em> et <em>attentats à la pudeur</em> dont cette histoire regorge. </p><p>Amateurs d'humour grinçant, prêtez l'oreille et la bonne ! </p><p>(résumé par Ezwa)</p> <p>Blood, blood, blood ! is what people want, and what they will get. </p><p>In this dreadful novel, Paul Féval offers an average of seventy three, yes, <b>73</b> murders per chapter! I-N-C-O-N-C-E-I-V-A-B-L-E! <br/>Not to mention the thefts, rapes, babies being switched round, forged documents, corruption of minors, break-ins, breaches of trust, fraud, swindles, indecent assaults and other crimes galore. </p><p>Who has ever competed with that? <br/>No-one, as the author proudly assures us. </p><p>\nTune in to your French mode and be all ears!</p> <p>(summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/la-fabrique-de-crimes-by-paul-feval-fils_1104/ |
arrivés à une époque où le crime fait de nouveau salle comble sortons cette œuvre extraordinaire cet em affreux roman em de nos tiroirs p plein de confiance monsieur féval proclame qu ira pas plus loin dans la voie du crime à bon marché br et c est bien vrai une moyenne de soixante treize assassinats par chapitre c est inouï br sans parler des em vols viols substitutions d enfants faux en écriture privée ou authentique détournements de mineures effractions escalades abus de confiance bris de serrures fraudes escroqueries captations vente à faux poids em et em attentats à la pudeur em dont cette histoire regorge p p amateurs d humour grinçant prêtez l oreille et la bonne p p résumé par ezwa p p blood blood blood people want get p p in dreadful novel paul féval offers average seventy three yes b 73 b murders per chapter i n c o n c e i v a b l e br not mention thefts rapes babies switched round forged documents corruption minors break ins breaches trust fraud swindles indecent assaults crimes galore p p who ever competed that br no one author proudly assures us p p tune french mode ears p p summary ezwa p |
| 4459 |
4431 |
4906 |
Bobbsey Twins at the Seashore |
Laura Lee Hope |
Family |
<p>In this third volume of the “Bobbsey Twin Series”, the twins – Nan and Bert and Freddie and Flossie – go with their family to visit relatives at the seashore. Excitement and adventure are sure to abound! (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-at-the-seashore-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
p in third volume bobbsey twin series twins nan bert freddie flossie go family visit relatives seashore excitement adventure sure abound summary maria therese p |
| 4460 |
4432 |
4907 |
Mutiny of the Elsinore |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
This is the story of a voyage of a sailing ship from Baltimore to Seattle, east-to-west around Cape Horn in the winter. It is set in 1913 and the glory days of “wooden ships and iron men” are long over. The Elsinore is a four-masted iron sailing vessel carrying a cargo of 5000 tons of coal. She has a “bughouse” crew of misfits and incompetents.<br><br>This book was published in 1915 and some actions of some of the characters seem odd to us today. There is romance, but it is strangely platonic. Two important characters disappear with no real explanation. The disparity between the officers on the one hand and the fo’c’sle on the other is striking (literally). Some people will be offended by the bigotry.<br><br>The “men against the sea” descriptions -and the weather descriptions- are among Jack London’s finest. In my opinion he is right up there with Joseph Conrad and Joshua Slocum in this effort. We also have a mutiny, complete with shootings and deliberate starvation. My personal favorite is chapter 38.<br><br>Note: The chapter titles were assigned by the reader. London gave only numbers. (Introduction by Tom Crawford)</p>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-mutiny-of-the-elsinore-by-jack-london/ |
story voyage sailing ship baltimore seattle east to west around cape horn winter set 1913 glory days wooden ships iron men long over elsinore four masted iron sailing vessel carrying cargo 5000 tons coal bughouse crew misfits incompetents br br this book published 1915 actions characters seem odd us today romance strangely platonic two important characters disappear real explanation disparity officers one hand fo c sle striking literally people offended bigotry br br the men sea descriptions and weather descriptions among jack london s finest opinion right joseph conrad joshua slocum effort also mutiny complete shootings deliberate starvation personal favorite chapter 38 br br note chapter titles assigned reader london gave numbers introduction tom crawford p |
| 4461 |
4435 |
4910 |
Behekste Man of de Gesloten Koop |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Het kerstverhaal van 1848. Vertaling van The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain. Mr. Redlaw, een scheikunde leraar, krijgt van een geest de gave om zichzelf en zijn medemensen te bevrijden van alle pijnlijke herinneringen en gevoelens. \nMotto van het boek: "Heer, houd mijn geheugen fris".(Inleiding van Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/de-behekste-man-of-de-gesloten-koop-by-charles-dickens/ |
het kerstverhaal van 1848 vertaling van haunted man ghost s bargain mr redlaw een scheikunde leraar krijgt van een geest de gave om zichzelf en zijn medemensen te bevrijden van alle pijnlijke herinneringen en gevoelens motto van het boek heer houd mijn geheugen fris inleiding van marcel coenders p |
| 4462 |
4436 |
4911 |
Von der Unerschütterlichkeit des Weisen (De Constantia Sapientis) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Unverwundbar ist nicht Das, wogegen kein Schlag geschieht, sondern, Was nicht verletzt wird. Das ist das Kennzeichen, das ich dir für den Weisen gebe. (aus dem Text)<br /><br />Wegen Mängel in den PDF Ausgaben wurde von zwei Quelltexten vorgelesen:<br />Text (1) und (2)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-unerschutterlichkeit-des-weisen-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
p unverwundbar ist nicht das wogegen kein schlag geschieht sondern nicht verletzt wird das ist das kennzeichen das ich dir für den weisen gebe aus dem text br br wegen mängel den pdf ausgaben wurde von zwei quelltexten vorgelesen br text 1 und 2 p |
| 4463 |
4437 |
4912 |
Compilation de poèmes - 003 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. </p><p> (Ezwa)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-003-by-various/ |
p cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p p ezwa p |
| 4464 |
4438 |
4913 |
Outline of Science, Vol 2 |
J. Arthur Thomson |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Psychology |
The Outline of Science was written specifically with the man-on-the-street in mind as the target audience. Covering scientific subjects ranging from astronomy to biology to elementary physics in clear, concise and easily understood prose, this popular science work is largely as relevant today as when first published in 1922. <br><br>\n\nIn this second volume (of four), we learn about microscopy, and the intricate workings of the human body and mind. The major part, however, is devoted to the Natural History of birds, mammals, and insects. (Summary adapted from the first volume by Availle.)</p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-outline-of-science-vol-2-by-j-arthur-thomson/ |
outline science written specifically man on the street mind target audience covering scientific subjects ranging astronomy biology elementary physics clear concise easily understood prose popular science work largely relevant today first published 1922 br br second volume of four learn microscopy intricate workings human body mind major part however devoted natural history birds mammals insects summary adapted first volume availle p |
| 4465 |
4439 |
4914 |
Belgian Twins |
Lucy Fitch Perkins |
Children's Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
This story is based upon the experiences of two Belgian refugees in World War I. When their parents are marched of by Germans, Jan and Marie are left alone. Now they, along with their dog, have to find their parents! (Summary by ashleighjane)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-belgian-twins-by-lucy-fitch-perkins/ |
story based upon experiences two belgian refugees world war i parents marched germans jan marie left alone they along dog find parents summary ashleighjane p |
| 4466 |
4440 |
4915 |
Elements of Botany |
William Ruschenberger |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
The Elements of Botany is one of seven in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. It is a succinct little textbook that presents a solid introduction to plant science. (Summary by A.Gramour)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-botany-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements botany one seven series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook presents solid introduction plant science summary a gramour p |
| 4467 |
4441 |
4916 |
Narrative of the Most Remarkable Particulars in the Life of James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw |
Ukawsaw Gronniosaw |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
<p>Ukawsaw Gronniosaw, also known as James Albert, (born ca. 1705 - 1775) was a freed slave and autobiographer. His autobiography is considered the first published by an African in Britain. Gronniosaw's autobiography was produced in Kidderminster in the late 1760s. Its full title is <i>A Narrative of the Most remarkable Particulars in the Life of James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw, an African Prince, As related by himself.</i> It was the first Slave narrative in the English language. Published in Bath in 1772, it gives a vivid account of Gronniosaw's life, from his capture in Africa through slavery to a life of poverty in Colchester and Kidderminster. It is devoid of the anti-slavery backlash ubiquitous in subsequent slave narratives. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nNote to those who dislike incongruities: This is read by a North American, Caucasian woman.</p> |
English |
1772 |
https://librivox.org/a-narrative-of-the-most-remarkable-particulars-in-the-life-of-james-albert-ukawsaw-gronniosaw-by-ukawsaw-gronniosaw/ |
p ukawsaw gronniosaw also known james albert born ca 1705 1775 freed slave autobiographer autobiography considered first published african britain gronniosaw s autobiography produced kidderminster late 1760s full title i a narrative remarkable particulars life james albert ukawsaw gronniosaw african prince related himself i first slave narrative english language published bath 1772 gives vivid account gronniosaw s life capture africa slavery life poverty colchester kidderminster devoid anti slavery backlash ubiquitous subsequent slave narratives summary modified wikipedia br br note dislike incongruities read north american caucasian woman p |
| 4468 |
4442 |
4917 |
Literary Lapses |
Stephen Leacock |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<P>Short sketches relating the humourous side of life in 1910. "Professor Leacock has made more people laugh with the written word than any other living author. One may say he is one of the greatest jesters, the greatest humorist of the age." – A. P. Herbert (Summary by TriciaG and Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/literary-lapses-by-stephen-leacock/ |
p short sketches relating humourous side life 1910 professor leacock made people laugh written word living author one may say one greatest jesters greatest humorist age a p herbert summary triciag wikipedia p |
| 4469 |
4465 |
4941 |
Von der Muße des Weisen (De Otio) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
De Otio, ist ein philosophischer Dialog. Darin äußert sich Seneca über seine Ansichten bezüglich des otium, wobei die Übersetzung dieses Begriffs bereits kontrovers ist (wörtlich etwa: „Freizeit“, „Muße“, „Ruhe“ ...).\nDer antike Text ist nur teilweise in einem größeren, zusammenhängenden Abschnitt überliefert; Anfang und Ende des Dialogs fehlen.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-muse-des-weisen-de-otio-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
de otio ist ein philosophischer dialog darin äußert sich seneca über seine ansichten bezüglich des otium wobei die übersetzung dieses begriffs bereits kontrovers ist wörtlich etwa freizeit muße ruhe der antike text ist nur teilweise einem größeren zusammenhängenden abschnitt überliefert anfang und ende des dialogs fehlen zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4470 |
4443 |
4918 |
Canzoniere (Rerum vulgarium fragmenta), vol. 1 |
Francesco Petrarca |
Poetry, Single author |
Il Canzoniere di Francesco Petrarca è stata una grande "rivoluzione" nella letteratura europea in volgare: è il primo caso di canzoniere stricto sensu, cioè una raccolta organica di liriche "costruita" dall'autore in una prospettiva di unitarietà.<br/><br/>\nE in effetti Petrarca, nonostante la intitolasse Rerum vulgarium fragmenta ("Frammenti di cose volgari"; il titolo "Canzoniere" verrà attribuito solo nel XVI sec.), ha scrupolosamente curato per tutta la vita la realizzazione di quest'opera, selezionando, limando, cambiando la disposizione dei componimenti, di cui persino il numero (366) ha un valore strutturale: i giorni dell'anno più un proemio, o dell'anno bisestile in cui era morta la donna amata (1348).<br/><br/>\nNaturalmente, fiumi di inchiostro sono stati versati per analizzare quest'opera la cui influenza sulla letteratura europea è stata così "fenomenale" da meritare un termine ad hoc: "Petrarchismo".<br/><br/>\nCi basti dire qui che il Canzoniere, cantando - col linguaggio più melodico di tutta la lirica italiana - l'amore per un'unica donna, esprime magnificamente il sentimento del tempo. (Sergio Baldelli)<br/><br/> |
Italian |
1374 |
https://librivox.org/canzoniere-rerum-vulgarium-fragmenta-vol-1-by-francesco-petrarca/ |
il canzoniere di francesco petrarca è stata una grande rivoluzione nella letteratura europea volgare è il primo caso di canzoniere stricto sensu cioè una raccolta organica di liriche costruita dall autore una prospettiva di unitarietà br br e effetti petrarca nonostante la intitolasse rerum vulgarium fragmenta frammenti di cose volgari il titolo canzoniere verrà attribuito solo nel xvi sec ha scrupolosamente curato per tutta la vita la realizzazione di quest opera selezionando limando cambiando la disposizione dei componimenti di cui persino il numero 366 ha un valore strutturale giorni dell anno più un proemio dell anno bisestile cui era morta la donna amata 1348 br br naturalmente fiumi di inchiostro sono stati versati per analizzare quest opera la cui influenza sulla letteratura europea è stata così fenomenale da meritare un termine ad hoc petrarchismo br br ci basti dire qui che il canzoniere cantando col linguaggio più melodico di tutta la lirica italiana l amore per un unica donna esprime magnificamente il sentimento del tempo sergio baldelli br br |
| 4471 |
4444 |
4919 |
Cana |
James Freeman Clarke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Cana by James Freeman Clarke, from The World's Best Poetry, edited by Bliss Carman. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 14th, 2010.<br><br>Trivia: After hearing the song "John Brown's Body", Clarke suggested that Mrs. Julia Ward Howe write new lyrics; the result was "The Battle Hymn of the Republic". He published but few verses, but at heart was a poet. (summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/cana-by-james-freeman-clarke/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings cana james freeman clarke world s best poetry edited bliss carman weekly poetry project november 14th 2010 br br trivia hearing song john brown s body clarke suggested mrs julia ward howe write new lyrics result the battle hymn republic published verses heart poet summary wikipedia p |
| 4472 |
4445 |
4920 |
Short Poetry Collection 181 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 35 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for June 2018.<br>\n<br>\nTranslated poems:<br>\nThe Bride of Corinth, by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, translated by John Anster (1793-1867)<br>\nThe Diwan of Abu'l-Ala by Abu al-Ala Al-Ma'arri, translated by Henry Baerlein (1875-1960)<br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-181-by-various/ |
collection 35 poems read english librivox volunteers june 2018 br br translated poems br bride corinth johann wolfgang von goethe translated john anster 1793 1867 br diwan abu l ala abu al ala al ma arri translated henry baerlein 1875 1960 br |
| 4473 |
4446 |
4921 |
Book of Werewolves |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>A survey of the myths and legends concerning lycanthropy from ancient times to the Victorian Era. (Summary by A. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-werewolves-being-an-account-of-a-terrible-superstition-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
p a survey myths legends concerning lycanthropy ancient times victorian era summary a gramour p |
| 4474 |
4447 |
4922 |
Mothering on Perilous |
Lucy S. Furman |
General Fiction |
Cecelia Loring is alone in the world after the death of her mother and has come to the Kentucky mountains in search of work. Although very depressed from her loss she soon becomes caretaker of the garden at a school and not many days later finds herself quite busy as housemother to a group of energetic boys that keep running away from the school because of homesickness, especially Nucky, who seems to have the weight of the world on his shoulders, worrying about not being at home to help his brother Blant "keep lookout" for the Cheevers, who have been at war with the Marrses for years over a piece of land. Can she find a way to make the boys feel at home so they will stay and get an education? And can they begin to help her heal the broken places in her heart?<br><br>\nLucy Furman based several of her novels, including Mothering on Perilous, on her years as a teacher and housemother at the Hindman Settlement School in Kentucky. Through her experiences at the school her writing vividly portrays the beauty, but also the harshness of mountain life. (summary by Laura Victoria)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/mothering-on-perilous-by-lucy-s-furman/ |
cecelia loring alone world death mother come kentucky mountains search work although depressed loss soon becomes caretaker garden school many days later finds quite busy housemother group energetic boys keep running away school homesickness especially nucky seems weight world shoulders worrying home help brother blant keep lookout cheevers war marrses years piece land find way make boys feel home stay get education begin help heal broken places heart br br lucy furman based several novels including mothering perilous years teacher housemother hindman settlement school kentucky experiences school writing vividly portrays beauty also harshness mountain life summary laura victoria p |
| 4475 |
4448 |
4923 |
Amazing Interlude |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
It is the early days of The Great War. As the curtain rises, Sara Lee is sitting by the fire in her aunt and uncle’s home, knitting a baby afghan. Her beau’s name is Harvey. He has his eye on a little house that is just perfect for two and he will soon propose to Sara Lee. But in this play, the mise en scène is about to change. A fairyland transformation will take place and Sara Lee will step into a new and different story, where she is the princess in a forest of adventure. There is a prince, too, whose name is Henri. He is as strange as the forest itself. And then just as suddenly, the scene changes back and Sara Lee is once again sitting alone by the fire, knitting socks for the soldiers this time, and with a memory and a new stirring in her heart. This is the story of Sara Lee’s amazing interlude. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-amazing-interlude-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
early days great war curtain rises sara lee sitting fire aunt uncle s home knitting baby afghan beau s name harvey eye little house perfect two soon propose sara lee play mise en scène change fairyland transformation take place sara lee step new different story princess forest adventure prince too whose name henri strange forest itself suddenly scene changes back sara lee sitting alone fire knitting socks soldiers time memory new stirring heart story sara lee s amazing interlude summary maryann p |
| 4476 |
4464 |
4940 |
Uncle Remus and Brer Rabbit |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Humorous Fiction, Animals & Nature |
<p>Uncle Remus' stories feature a trickster hero called Br'er Rabbit ("Brother" Rabbit), who uses his wits to slide out of trouble and gain the advantage over the slower witted other animals, many of whom are trying to eat him. Br'er Rabbit stories were mostly collected directly from the afro-american oral story-telling tradition and are said to be a direct interpretation of Yoruba tales of Hare. This book contains 11 unique stories and was the last one published before the author's death. (Introduction by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-remus-and-brer-rabbit-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
p uncle remus stories feature trickster hero called br er rabbit brother rabbit uses wits slide trouble gain advantage slower witted animals many trying eat him br er rabbit stories mostly collected directly afro american oral story telling tradition said direct interpretation yoruba tales hare book contains 11 unique stories last one published author s death introduction phil chenevert p |
| 4477 |
4449 |
4924 |
Chimes |
Charles Dickens |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br /><i>The Chimes: A Goblin Story of Some Bells that Rang an Old Year Out and a New Year In</i> is the second of Charles Dickens' Christmas books, published in 1844. Its contemporary setting is the "Hungry Forties", a time of social and political unrest, and the book has a strong moral message. It remained popular for many years, although its fame has since been eclipsed by that of <i>A Christmas Carol</i>, the first of the series.<br /><br /> Our hero Toby ("Trotty") Veck is a poor but hard-working man, whose beloved daughter Meg is due to marry on New Year's Day. Trotty, who is appalled by newspaper reports of crime and immorality, is further depressed by his encounters with the rich and influential Alderman Cute and Sir Joseph Bowley, who make him feel that the poor have no right to exist in society, and his daughter has no right to marry. Trotty hears messages in the chimes of the church bells, which lead him to visit the belfry at night on New Year's Eve... (Introduction by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-chimes-by-charles-dickens/ |
br i the chimes goblin story bells rang old year new year in i second charles dickens christmas books published 1844 contemporary setting hungry forties time social political unrest book strong moral message remained popular many years although fame since eclipsed i a christmas carol i first series br br hero toby trotty veck poor hard working man whose beloved daughter meg due marry new year s day trotty appalled newspaper reports crime immorality depressed encounters rich influential alderman cute sir joseph bowley make feel poor right exist society daughter right marry trotty hears messages chimes church bells lead visit belfry night new year s eve introduction ruth golding br br |
| 4478 |
4450 |
4925 |
Magic Words: A Tale for Christmas Time |
Emilie Maceroni |
Family Life, General Fiction |
<p>Magic Words is a Victorian tale of a community and how a few women bring a special kind of Christmas magic to the community-- Magic that can heal wounded hearts. (Introduction by Sean McGaughey)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/magic-words-a-tale-for-christmas-time-by-emilie-maceroni/ |
p magic words victorian tale community women bring special kind christmas magic community magic heal wounded hearts introduction sean mcgaughey p |
| 4479 |
4451 |
4926 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 010 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 010: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-010-by-various/ |
p librivox s children s short works collection 010 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 4480 |
4452 |
4927 |
Satyricon |
Gaius Petronius Arbiter |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Satire |
Satyricon (or Satyrica) is a Latin work of fiction in a mixture of prose and poetry. It is believed to have been written by Gaius Petronius, though the manuscript tradition identifies the author as a certain Titus Petronius. As with the Metamorphoses of Apuleius, classical scholars often describe it as a "Roman novel", without necessarily implying continuity with the modern literary form.<br/><br/>\n\nThe surviving portions of the text detail the misadventures of the narrator, Encolpius, and his lover, a handsome sixteen-year-old boy named Giton. Throughout the novel, Encolpius has a hard time keeping his lover faithful to him as he is constantly being enticed away by others. Encolpius's friend Ascyltus (who seems to have previously been in a relationship with Encolpius) is another major character. It is a rare example of a Roman novel, the only other surviving example (quite different in style and plot) being Metamorphoses written by Lucius Apuleius. It is also extremely important evidence for the reconstruction of what everyday life must have been like for the lower classes during the early Roman Empire.<br>(Summary taken from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-satyricon-by-gaius-petronius-arbiter/ |
satyricon or satyrica latin work fiction mixture prose poetry believed written gaius petronius though manuscript tradition identifies author certain titus petronius metamorphoses apuleius classical scholars often describe roman novel without necessarily implying continuity modern literary form br br surviving portions text detail misadventures narrator encolpius lover handsome sixteen year old boy named giton throughout novel encolpius hard time keeping lover faithful constantly enticed away others encolpius s friend ascyltus who seems previously relationship encolpius another major character rare example roman novel surviving example quite different style plot metamorphoses written lucius apuleius also extremely important evidence reconstruction everyday life must like lower classes early roman empire br summary taken wikipedia p |
| 4481 |
4453 |
4928 |
Real Thing |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
The Real Thing is, on one level, a somewhat ironic tale of an artist and two rather particular models. Yet it also raises questions about the relationship between the notion of reality in our humdrum world, and the means that an artist must use in trying to achieve, or reflect, that reality. Though the protagonist is an artist and illustrator of books, not a writer, it's not hard to imagine that James has himself, and other writers, in mind.(summary by Clifford)</p>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-real-thing-by-henry-james/ |
real thing is one level somewhat ironic tale artist two rather particular models yet also raises questions relationship notion reality humdrum world means artist must use trying achieve reflect reality though protagonist artist illustrator books writer hard imagine james himself writers mind summary clifford p |
| 4482 |
4454 |
4929 |
Poisoned Pen |
Arthur B. Reeve |
Detective Fiction |
The many adventures of Professor Craig Kennedy were chronicled by Arthur B. Reeve (October 15, 1880 - August 9, 1936). Reeve was an American mystery writer who created 82 Craig Kennedy mystery stories. The stories have a very Sherlock Holmes type feel, In fact Kennedy has been referred to as the "American Sherlock Holmes". Along with his reporter friend, Walter Jameson, Kennedy solves many crimes and unveils mysteries using science.\n<br/><br/>\nThis book contains twelve of Professor Kennedy's adventures. The interesting thing about these stories is Kennedy uses newly discovered science from his time period, which we take for granted today. The title story features the use of special inks. One which disappears in sunlight and one which appears in sunlight, so that the text on a note found in possession of a murder victim changes completely, making it almost impossible for Kennedy to track down the killer. Each story features a fascinating look at life in the early 20th century, and even includes some action along the way. (Introduction by Elliott Miller)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-poisoned-pen-by-arthur-b-reeve/ |
many adventures professor craig kennedy chronicled arthur b reeve october 15 1880 august 9 1936 reeve american mystery writer created 82 craig kennedy mystery stories stories sherlock holmes type feel fact kennedy referred american sherlock holmes along reporter friend walter jameson kennedy solves many crimes unveils mysteries using science br br book contains twelve professor kennedy s adventures interesting thing stories kennedy uses newly discovered science time period take granted today title story features use special inks one disappears sunlight one appears sunlight text note found possession murder victim changes completely making almost impossible kennedy track killer story features fascinating look life early 20th century even includes action along way introduction elliott miller p |
| 4483 |
4455 |
4930 |
Pursuit of God |
Aiden Wilson Tozer |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
"As the heart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God." This thirst for an intimate relationship with God, claims A.W. Tozer, is not for a select few, but should be the experience of every follower of Christ. But, he asserts, it is all too rare when believers have become conditioned by tradition to accept standards of mediocrity, and the church struggles with formality and worldliness. Using examples from Scripture and from the lives of saints who lived with this thirst for God, Tozer sheds light on the path to a closer walk with God. (Summary by D. Leeson)</p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/the-pursuit-of-god-by-aiden-wilson-tozer/ |
as heart panteth water brooks panteth soul thee god thirst intimate relationship god claims a w tozer select few experience every follower christ but asserts rare believers become conditioned tradition accept standards mediocrity church struggles formality worldliness using examples scripture lives saints lived thirst god tozer sheds light path closer walk god summary d leeson p |
| 4484 |
4456 |
4931 |
Von der göttlichen Vorsehung (De Providentia) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Du hast mir die Frage vorgelegt, mein Lucilius, warum, wenn eine Vorsehung über die Welt walte, den Guten doch so viele Übel zustoßen. (aus dem Text)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/von-der-gottlichen-vorsehung-de-providentia-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
du hast mir die frage vorgelegt mein lucilius warum wenn eine vorsehung über die welt walte den guten doch viele übel zustoßen aus dem text p |
| 4485 |
4457 |
4933 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 029 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-029-by-various/ |
p diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br p |
| 4486 |
4458 |
4934 |
Tale of Two Cities (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<p>A Tale of Two Cities (1859) is a novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. With well over 200 million copies sold, it is among the most famous works of fiction.\n\nThe novel depicts the plight of the French peasantry demoralized by the French aristocracy in the years leading up to the revolution, the corresponding brutality demonstrated by the revolutionaries toward the former aristocrats in the early years of the revolution, and many unflattering social parallels with life in London during the same time period. It follows the lives of several protagonists through these events. The most notable are Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton. Darnay is a French once-aristocrat who falls victim to the indiscriminate wrath of the revolution despite his virtuous nature, and Carton is a dissipated British barrister who endeavours to redeem his ill-spent life out of his unrequited love for Darnay's wife, Lucie Manette. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/a-tale-of-two-cities-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
p a tale two cities 1859 novel charles dickens set london paris french revolution well 200 million copies sold among famous works fiction novel depicts plight french peasantry demoralized french aristocracy years leading revolution corresponding brutality demonstrated revolutionaries toward former aristocrats early years revolution many unflattering social parallels life london time period follows lives several protagonists events notable charles darnay sydney carton darnay french once aristocrat falls victim indiscriminate wrath revolution despite virtuous nature carton dissipated british barrister endeavours redeem ill spent life unrequited love darnay s wife lucie manette introduction wikipedia p |
| 4487 |
4459 |
4935 |
Kreutzer Sonata |
Leo Tolstoy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<p>Publication of The Kreutzer Sonata in 1889 was a significant intellectual event worldwide. Censored in Russia, it set off an explosive debate in Europe, America, and Asia on matters relating to sexual abstinence and the hypocrisy of marriage. The novella emphasizes Tolstoy's controversial view on sexuality, which asserts that physical desire is an obstacle to relations between men and women and may result in tragedy. The Kreutzer Sonata has been recognized as among the best examples of Tolstoy's art of storytelling.(Introduction by Dorlene Kaplan)\n</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-kreutzer-sonata-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
p publication kreutzer sonata 1889 significant intellectual event worldwide censored russia set explosive debate europe america asia matters relating sexual abstinence hypocrisy marriage novella emphasizes tolstoy s controversial view sexuality asserts physical desire obstacle relations men women may result tragedy kreutzer sonata recognized among best examples tolstoy s art storytelling introduction dorlene kaplan p |
| 4488 |
4460 |
4936 |
Toen Dik Trom een Jongen was |
Cornelis Johannes Kieviet |
Children's Fiction |
Dit is het derde van zes boeken over Dik Trom. We volgen de avonturen van de nu twaalfjarige Dik en zijn vrienden Piet van Dril en Jan Vos. Zijn aardsvijanden Bruin Boon en veldwachter Flipsen zijn ook weer van de partij..<br /><br />Andere boeken uit deze serie op <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Dik+Trom&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=all&type;=&language=Dutch&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">LibriVox</a><br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/toen-dik-trom-een-jongen-was-by-c-joh-kieviet/ |
dit het derde van zes boeken dik trom volgen de avonturen van de nu twaalfjarige dik en zijn vrienden piet van dril en jan vos zijn aardsvijanden bruin boon en veldwachter flipsen zijn ook weer van de partij br br andere boeken uit deze serie op a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title dik trom author cat genre status all type language dutch date reader bc mc action search librivox a br br |
| 4489 |
4461 |
4937 |
Verses on a Young Lady |
Tobias Smollett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Verses on a Young Lady Playing on a Harpsicord and Singing by Tobias Smollett. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 21st, 2010.<br><br>Tobias George Smollett (19 March 1721 – 17 September 1771) was a Scottish poet and author. He was best known for his picaresque novels, such as The Adventures of Roderick Random (1748) and The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (1751), which influenced later novelists such as Charles Dickens. (summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/verses-on-a-young-lady-by-tobias-smollett/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings verses young lady playing harpsicord singing tobias smollett weekly poetry project november 21st 2010 br br tobias george smollett 19 march 1721 17 september 1771 scottish poet author best known picaresque novels adventures roderick random 1748 adventures peregrine pickle 1751 influenced later novelists charles dickens summary wikipedia p |
| 4490 |
4462 |
4938 |
To Autumn |
John Keats |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of To Autumn by John Keats. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 21st, 2010.<br><br>To Autumn" is the final work in a group of poems known as Keats's "1819 odes".<br><br>He composed "To Autumn" after a walk near Winchester one autumnal evening. The work marks the end of his poetic career as he needed to earn money and could no longer devote himself to the lifestyle of a poet. A little over a year following the publication of "To Autumn", Keats died in Rome.<br><br>"To Autumn" has been regarded by critics as one of the most perfect short poems in the English language and it is one of the most anthologised English lyric poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-autumn-by-john-keats/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings autumn john keats fortnightly poetry project november 21st 2010 br br to autumn final work group poems known keats s 1819 odes br br he composed to autumn walk near winchester one autumnal evening work marks end poetic career needed earn money could longer devote lifestyle poet little year following publication to autumn keats died rome br br to autumn regarded critics one perfect short poems english language one anthologised english lyric poems p |
| 4491 |
4463 |
4939 |
Way of the Lawless |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
<p>He made one mistake in the beginning. He pushed the chestnut too hard the first and second days, so that on the third day he was forced to give the gelding his head and go at a jarring trot most of the day. On the fourth and fifth days, however, he had the reward for his caution. The chestnut's ribs were beginning to show painfully, but he kept doggedly at his work with no sign of faltering. The sixth day brought Andrew Lanning in close view of the lower hills. And on the seventh day he put his fortune boldly to the touch and jogged into the first little town before him.. (Introduction by Publisher)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/way-of-the-lawless-by-max-brand/ |
p he made one mistake beginning pushed chestnut hard first second days third day forced give gelding head go jarring trot day fourth fifth days however reward caution chestnut s ribs beginning show painfully kept doggedly work sign faltering sixth day brought andrew lanning close view lower hills seventh day put fortune boldly touch jogged first little town him introduction publisher p |
| 4492 |
4466 |
4942 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 043 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-043-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4493 |
4467 |
4943 |
Historical Tales, Vol V: German |
Charles Morris |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
Volume V of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This fifth volume covers the history of Germany from its first contact with Rome up to the coronation of Emperor William, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. (Introduction by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-v-by-charles-morris/ |
volume v series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries fifth volume covers history germany first contact rome coronation emperor william describing history children young adults exciting novel manner introduction kalynda p |
| 4494 |
4468 |
4944 |
Short Poetry Collection 142 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>This is a collection of 23 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2015.<br>\n<br>\nTwo poems of medium length in this collection:<br>\n<br>\n#04 "Copernicus" (13:38) is from the volume "Watchers of the Sky" by Alfred Noyes.<br>\n<br>\n#12 "A Joyful Meditation of the Coronation of King Henry the Eighth" (14:12). The original text was published as an eight-page pamphlet. In the surviving copy, the bottoms of the pages have been cropped. A total of three lines are therefore missing, and a further three have been reconstructed from their surviving portions. The html version of the poem shows these reconstructions. This poem has been read using modern English pronunciation. Some words have no modern equivalent, including such words as encensing, entenderment, soote, boote, withouten, inuentions, contrarious, and minnish which is short for dimminish.<br>\nEmyspery = hemisphere.<br>\nQuayre (quire) = an eight-page printed booklet.<br>\nTene = harm, injury or hurt.<br>\nRother = rudder<br>\nThe "monk of bery" was John Lydgate of Bury St. Edmunds (c. 1370 - c. 1451) a monk and poet.<br></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-142-by-various/ |
p this collection 23 poems read librivox volunteers march 2015 br br two poems medium length collection br br 04 copernicus 13 38 volume watchers sky alfred noyes br br 12 a joyful meditation coronation king henry eighth 14 12 original text published eight page pamphlet surviving copy bottoms pages cropped total three lines therefore missing three reconstructed surviving portions html version poem shows reconstructions poem read using modern english pronunciation words modern equivalent including words encensing entenderment soote boote withouten inuentions contrarious minnish short dimminish br emyspery hemisphere br quayre quire eight page printed booklet br tene harm injury hurt br rother rudder br monk bery john lydgate bury st edmunds c 1370 c 1451 monk poet br p |
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4469 |
4946 |
Thoughts Are Things |
Prentice Mulford |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Thoughts are Things, authored by Prentice Mulford, is one of the earliest books espousing New Thought teaching. This book contains information on how to better man's spiritual and physical life through the power of thought. Discover timeless spiritual wisdom that, when practiced, will enrich your life and deepen your understanding of Universal Truth (Summary by Andrea Fiore)<p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/thoughts-are-things-by-prentice-mulford/ |
thoughts things authored prentice mulford one earliest books espousing new thought teaching book contains information better man s spiritual physical life power thought discover timeless spiritual wisdom that practiced enrich life deepen understanding universal truth summary andrea fiore p |
| 4496 |
4470 |
4947 |
Of the Shortness of Life |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Seneca the Younger wrote the moral essay "De Brevitate Vitae" — "On the Shortness of Life" — to his friend Paulinus. The philosopher brings up many Stoic principles on the nature of time, namely that men waste much of it in meaningless pursuits. According to the essay, nature gives man enough time to do what is really important and the individual must allot it properly.</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/of-the-shortness-of-life-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
seneca younger wrote moral essay de brevitate vitae on shortness life friend paulinus philosopher brings many stoic principles nature time namely men waste much meaningless pursuits according essay nature gives man enough time really important individual must allot properly p |
| 4497 |
4471 |
4949 |
Art of Travel |
Sir Francis Galton |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Travel & Geography |
The Art of Travel is a handbook of practical advice for the adventure seeking Victorian. We hear how to organize all steps of a voyage, from the very beginnings (qualifications of a traveller, how to organize an expedition, the perfect outfit), to the actual trip (how to choose a bivouac, huts and tents, what game to shoot - and how, as well as dealing with (hostile) savages), until the final, hopefully successful, return of the traveller (arranging memoranda). (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/art-of-travel-by-sir-francis-galton/ |
art travel handbook practical advice adventure seeking victorian hear organize steps voyage beginnings qualifications traveller organize expedition perfect outfit actual trip how choose bivouac huts tents game shoot how well dealing hostile savages final hopefully successful return traveller arranging memoranda summary availle p |
| 4498 |
4472 |
4950 |
Antony and Cleopatra |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Antony and Cleopatra is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written sometime between 1603 and 1607. It was first printed in the First Folio of 1623. The plot is based on Thomas North's translation of Plutarch's Life of Marcus Antonius and follows the relationship between Cleopatra and Mark Antony from the time of the Parthian War to Cleopatra's suicide. The major antagonist is Octavius Caesar, one of Antony's fellow triumviri and the future first emperor of Rome. The tragedy is a Roman play characterized by swift, panoramic shifts in geographical locations and in registers, alternating between sensual, imaginative Alexandria and the more pragmatic, austere Rome. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n<strong>Cast</strong></p>\n<p>Narrator; “A voice within”: <a href="http://frickerjohn.wordpress.com/about">John Fricker</a><br>Agrippa, friend to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5662">Michael Irskens</a><br>Alexas, attendant on Cleopatra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>Antony (Marcus Antonius); Egyptian; Menecrates, friend to Pompey; Proculeius, friend to Caesar; Taurus, lieutenant-general to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Attendant/First Attendant; First Soldier/Soldier/All: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Canidius, lieutenant-general to Antony; Soothsayer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5808">jeandelfrio</a><br>Charmian, attendant on Cleopatra: <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Cleopatra, queen of Egypt; Second Attendant; Silius, an officer in Ventidius’s army; Third Guard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>Demetrius, friend to Antony; Gallus, friend to Caesar; Varrius, friend to Pompey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4402">Christopher Sanner</a><br>Dercetas, friend to Antony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6019">DerekP</a><br>Diomedes, attendant on Cleopatra; Dolabella, friend to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5661">Dianne Lanning</a><br>Domitius Enobarbus, friend to Antony; Euphronius, an ambassador from Antony to Caesar; Philo, friend to Antony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br>Eros, friend to Antony: <a href="http://portfolio.reecezone.net/">Matthew Reece</a><br>First Guard/Guard/All: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6159">Ted Garvin</a><br>First Servant; Octavius, (Octavius Caesar): <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Fourth Soldier; Second Guard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4015">JimOCR</a><br>Iras, attendant on Cleopatra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5285">Sweetlilbirdy</a><br>Lepidus, (Marcus Antonius Lepidus): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Mardian, a eunuch, attendant on Cleopatra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Mecaenas, friend to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Menas, friend to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5255">Baggz</a><br>Octavia, sister to Caesar and wife to Antony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Pompey (Sextus Pompeius): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Scarus, friend to Antony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5784">Chris Donnelly</a><br>Second Messenger; Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>Second Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Seleucus, attendant on Cleopatra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5051">Legentis</a><br> Third Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6004">kingactorjon</a><br>Thyreus, friend to Caesar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4741">Nullifidian</a><br>Ventidius, friend to Antony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6098">Kancamagus</a><br>Song – Act 2 Scene 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a></p>\n<p><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Linette Geisel</p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/antony-and-cleopatra-by-william-shakespeare/ |
antony cleopatra tragedy william shakespeare believed written sometime 1603 1607 first printed first folio 1623 plot based thomas north s translation plutarch s life marcus antonius follows relationship cleopatra mark antony time parthian war cleopatra s suicide major antagonist octavius caesar one antony s fellow triumviri future first emperor rome tragedy roman play characterized swift panoramic shifts geographical locations registers alternating sensual imaginative alexandria pragmatic austere rome summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong p p narrator a voice within a href http frickerjohn wordpress com about john fricker a br agrippa friend caesar a href http librivox org reader 5662 michael irskens a br alexas attendant cleopatra a href http librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br antony marcus antonius egyptian menecrates friend pompey proculeius friend caesar taurus lieutenant general caesar a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br attendant first attendant first soldier soldier all a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br canidius lieutenant general antony soothsayer a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br captain a href http librivox org reader 5808 jeandelfrio a br charmian attendant cleopatra a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a br cleopatra queen egypt second attendant silius officer ventidius s army third guard a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br clown a href http librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br demetrius friend antony gallus friend caesar varrius friend pompey a href http librivox org reader 4402 christopher sanner a br dercetas friend antony a href http librivox org reader 6019 derekp a br diomedes attendant cleopatra dolabella friend caesar a href http librivox org reader 5661 dianne lanning a br domitius enobarbus friend antony euphronius ambassador antony caesar philo friend antony a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br eros friend antony a href http portfolio reecezone net matthew reece a br first guard guard all a href http librivox org reader 6159 ted garvin a br first servant octavius octavius caesar a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br fourth soldier second guard a href http librivox org reader 4015 jimocr a br iras attendant cleopatra a href http librivox org reader 5285 sweetlilbirdy a br lepidus marcus antonius lepidus a href http librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br mardian eunuch attendant cleopatra a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mecaenas friend caesar a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br menas friend caesar a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 5255 baggz a br octavia sister caesar wife antony a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br pompey sextus pompeius a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br scarus friend antony a href http librivox org reader 5784 chris donnelly a br second messenger second servant a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br second soldier a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br seleucus attendant cleopatra a href http librivox org reader 5051 legentis a br third soldier a href http librivox org reader 6004 kingactorjon a br thyreus friend caesar a href http librivox org reader 4741 nullifidian a br ventidius friend antony a href http librivox org reader 6098 kancamagus a br song act 2 scene 7 a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a p p strong audio edited by strong linette geisel p |
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4474 |
4952 |
Entführung |
Joseph von Eichendorff |
Romance |
<p>Romantik pur: ein edles verarmtes Fräulein, ein wilder Räuberhauptmann, ein edler Graf, eine schöne aber eigensinnige Dame, alte Schlösser in den bewaldeten Tälern der Loire und eine Wette mit dem französischen König. Das sind die Elemente dieser Erzählung von Joseph von Eichendorff (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/die-entfuhrung-by-joseph-von-eichendorff/ |
p romantik pur ein edles verarmtes fräulein ein wilder räuberhauptmann ein edler graf eine schöne aber eigensinnige dame alte schlösser den bewaldeten tälern der loire und eine wette mit dem französischen könig das sind die elemente dieser erzählung von joseph von eichendorff zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4500 |
4475 |
4953 |
How to Analyze People on Sight Through the Science of Human Analysis: The Five Human Types |
Elsie Lincoln Benedict |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
In this popular American book from the 1920s, accomplished public speaker and self-help charlatan Elsie Lincoln Benedict outlines her pseudo-scientific system of "Human Analysis". She proposes that, within the human race, five sub-types have developed through evolutionary processes, each with its own distinct character traits and corresponding outward appearance. She offers to teach the reader how to recognise these five types of people and understand their innate differences. Her ideas have never been taken seriously by the scientific community, but this book is considered a classic within its genre and remains in print today. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-analyze-people-on-sight-by-benedict-and-benedict/ |
popular american book 1920s accomplished public speaker self help charlatan elsie lincoln benedict outlines pseudo scientific system human analysis proposes that within human race five sub types developed evolutionary processes distinct character traits corresponding outward appearance offers teach reader recognise five types people understand innate differences ideas never taken seriously scientific community book considered classic within genre remains print today summary carl manchester p |
| 4501 |
4476 |
4954 |
Martin Eden |
Jack London |
General Fiction |
<P>Martin Eden (1909) is a novel by American author Jack London, about a struggling young writer. It was first serialized in the Pacific Monthly magazine from September 1908 to September 1909, and subsequently published in book form by The Macmillan Company in September 1909.<BR>This book is a favorite among writers, who relate to Martin Eden's speculation that when he mailed off a manuscript, 'there was no human editor at the other end, but a mere cunning arrangement of cogs that changed the manuscript from one envelope to another and stuck on the stamps,' returning it automatically with a rejection slip.<BR>While some readers believe there is some resemblance between them, an important difference between Jack London and Martin Eden is that Martin Eden rejects socialism (attacking it as 'slave morality'), and relies on a Nietzschean individualism. In a note to Upton Sinclair, Jack London wrote, "One of my motifs, in this book, was an attack on individualism (in the person of the hero). I must have bungled, for not a single reviewer has discovered it." (Introduction by Wikipedia)</P> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/martin-eden-by-jack-london/ |
p martin eden 1909 novel american author jack london struggling young writer first serialized pacific monthly magazine september 1908 september 1909 subsequently published book form macmillan company september 1909 br this book favorite among writers relate martin eden s speculation mailed manuscript there human editor end mere cunning arrangement cogs changed manuscript one envelope another stuck stamps returning automatically rejection slip br while readers believe resemblance them important difference jack london martin eden martin eden rejects socialism attacking slave morality relies nietzschean individualism note upton sinclair jack london wrote one motifs book attack individualism in person hero must bungled single reviewer discovered it introduction wikipedia p |
| 4502 |
4477 |
4955 |
Jyl of Breyntfords Testament |
Robert Copland |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
Introduction - This is a collection of ten comic pieces from the 16th century and earlier, as compiled and edited by Frederick Furnivall for private circulation in 1871. Only the first is by Copland. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/jyl-of-breyntfords-testament-by-robert-copland/ |
introduction collection ten comic pieces 16th century earlier compiled edited frederick furnivall private circulation 1871 first copland introduction grant hurlock p |
| 4503 |
4478 |
4956 |
Union and Communion - or Thoughts on the Song of Solomon |
J. Hudson Taylor |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
This little book, whose design is to lead the devout Bible student into the Green Pastures of the Good Shepherd, thence to the Banqueting House of the King, and thence to the service of the Vineyard, is one of the abiding legacies of Mr. Hudson Taylor to the Church. In the power of an evident unction from the Holy One, he has been enabled herein to unfold in simplest language the deep truth of the believer's personal union with the Lord, which under symbol and imagery is the subject of The Song of Songs. (From the Foreword by J Stuart Holden).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/union-and-communion-or-thoughts-on-the-song-of-solomon-by-j-hudson-taylor/ |
little book whose design lead devout bible student green pastures good shepherd thence banqueting house king thence service vineyard one abiding legacies mr hudson taylor church power evident unction holy one enabled herein unfold simplest language deep truth believer s personal union lord symbol imagery subject song songs from foreword j stuart holden p |
| 4504 |
4479 |
4957 |
Jill the Reckless |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction |
Jill had money, Jill was engaged to be married to Sir Derek Underhill. Suddenly Jill becomes penniless, and she is no longer engaged. With a smile, in which there is just a tinge of recklessness, she refuses to be beaten and turns to face the world. Instead she went to New York and became a member of the chorus of "The Rose of America," and Mr. Wodehouse is enabled to lift the curtain of the musical comedy world.<p>There is laughter and drama in _Jill the Reckless_, and the action never flags from the moment that Freddie Rooke confesses that he has had a hectic night, down to the point where Wally says briefly "Let 'em," which is page 313. The heroine here, Jill Mariner, is a young woman from the lower end of the upper class. We follow her through financial disaster, a broken engagement, an awkward stay with some grasping relatives, employment as a chorus girl, and of course, the finding of true love. Other characters include wealthy Drone Freddie Rooke and writer Wally Mason, her childhood friends; her financially inept uncle Major Christopher Selby; her fiancée at the beginning of the book, the M.P Derek Underhill, and his domineering mother, Lady Underhill; Jill's unpleasant relatives, Elmer and Julia Mariner; more Drones Club members, various chorus girls, composers and other theatrical types, and, of course, miscellaneous servants. (Introduction from Gutenberg and Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/jill-the-reckless-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
jill money jill engaged married sir derek underhill suddenly jill becomes penniless longer engaged smile tinge recklessness refuses beaten turns face world instead went new york became member chorus the rose america mr wodehouse enabled lift curtain musical comedy world p there laughter drama _jill reckless_ action never flags moment freddie rooke confesses hectic night point wally says briefly let em page 313 heroine here jill mariner young woman lower end upper class follow financial disaster broken engagement awkward stay grasping relatives employment chorus girl course finding true love characters include wealthy drone freddie rooke writer wally mason childhood friends financially inept uncle major christopher selby fiancée beginning book m p derek underhill domineering mother lady underhill jill s unpleasant relatives elmer julia mariner drones club members various chorus girls composers theatrical types and course miscellaneous servants introduction gutenberg wikipedia p |
| 4505 |
4480 |
4958 |
Story of a Candy Rabbit |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction |
<p>The Candy Rabbit wakes up one morning to find his Destiny has arrived: he is part of a wonderful Easter display at the toy shop in which he lives -- and any moment now the customers will arrive! Follow this sweet chap as he has many little adventures, making new friends and catching up with old friends along the way. (Summary by Cori.)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-candy-rabbit-by-laura-lee-hope |
p the candy rabbit wakes one morning find destiny arrived part wonderful easter display toy shop lives moment customers arrive follow sweet chap many little adventures making new friends catching old friends along way summary cori p |
| 4506 |
4481 |
4959 |
My Very First Little German Book |
Anonymous |
School |
<p>An adorable picture book with 29 little lessons in German. Learn many simple phrases, such as "How big the sea is!" and "Have you ever been to the farm?" The English parts of the book are read by Kara, and the German parts by Elli. You can read long and look at the pictures at: <a href="http://www.read.gov/books/german.html">http://www.read.gov/books/german.html</a> (Description by Kara)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-very-first-little-german-book-by-anonymous/ |
p an adorable picture book 29 little lessons german learn many simple phrases how big sea is have ever farm english parts book read kara german parts elli read long look pictures at a href http www read gov books german html http www read gov books german html a description kara p |
| 4507 |
4482 |
4960 |
Horse's Tale |
Mark Twain |
Historical Fiction |
Soldier Boy is the top steed at Fort Paxton. He is Buffalo Bill’s favorite horse and has led a life of glory and honor. One day General Alison’s orphaned niece arrives and proceeds to charm every man, woman, and beast for miles around including Soldier Boy. Buffalo Bill takes her under his wing and ultimately “lends” her Soldier Boy so that they may seek adventure together. And so they do. – “A Horse’s Tale” was first published in the August and September, 1906 issues of Harper’s Monthly magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-horses-tale-by-mark-twain/ |
soldier boy top steed fort paxton buffalo bill s favorite horse led life glory honor one day general alison s orphaned niece arrives proceeds charm every man woman beast miles around including soldier boy buffalo bill takes wing ultimately lends soldier boy may seek adventure together do a horse s tale first published august september 1906 issues harper s monthly magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4508 |
4483 |
4961 |
Killgloom Park |
Neil Boyton, S. J. |
Action & Adventure, Religion |
<p>Join Angelo Daily and his chums during a fun filled summer at Killgloom Park, a Coney Island, New York amusement park in the 1930's. A runaway tiger! Tracking down a wanted thief! Climbing down a ferris wheel in the middle of the night! These are just a few of the exciting things that happen during this adventurous summer!<br><br>\n\nThe author grew up in the world of amusement parks, providing first hand material for two of his boys books – “On the Sands of Coney” and its sequel, this title - “Killgloom Park”. (“On the Sands of Coney” is still under copyright, and cannot be recorded, but it is not necessary to be familiar with it to enjoy this book!) The author was a Catholic Jesuit Priest, and in 1926 he was appointed a Scout Chaplain for the Greater New York City Scout Camps. He spent many years involved with the Boy Scouts, and wrote a long list of stories and books, mainly fiction, for and about scouts. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/killgloom-park-by-neil-boyton-s-j/ |
p join angelo daily chums fun filled summer killgloom park coney island new york amusement park 1930 s runaway tiger tracking wanted thief climbing ferris wheel middle night exciting things happen adventurous summer br br author grew world amusement parks providing first hand material two boys books on sands coney sequel title killgloom park on sands coney still copyright cannot recorded necessary familiar enjoy book author catholic jesuit priest 1926 appointed scout chaplain greater new york city scout camps spent many years involved boy scouts wrote long list stories books mainly fiction scouts summary maria therese p |
| 4509 |
4484 |
4962 |
Zauberlinda, the Wise Witch |
Eva Katherine Gibson |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Annie Elfrida McLane lives in a little brown house of the South Dakota prairie, within sight of the Black Hills. Her father is a widower and prospects for gold there; Annie lives at home with her grandmother and the servants, Marthy Stubbs and Pete Pumpernickle. Annie has no neighbours, no other children to play with, and no school to attend; she is sometimes lonely and despondent. She is dependent for company on her black cat Silvertip, the farm animals around her, and creatures of the surrounding fields and meadows that she sometimes makes her pets. In the summer when she turns six years old, Annie rescues a wounded prairie dog from a trap. It is a strange little animal, and the other creatures of Annie's world are afraid of it. Annie makes a little house for the prairie dog, but the animal soon escapes back to the wild. Follow their adventures. ( Michele Eaton )</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/zauberlinda-the-wise-witch-by-eva-katherine-gibson/ |
annie elfrida mclane lives little brown house south dakota prairie within sight black hills father widower prospects gold there annie lives home grandmother servants marthy stubbs pete pumpernickle annie neighbours children play with school attend sometimes lonely despondent dependent company black cat silvertip farm animals around her creatures surrounding fields meadows sometimes makes pets summer turns six years old annie rescues wounded prairie dog trap strange little animal creatures annie s world afraid it annie makes little house prairie dog animal soon escapes back wild follow adventures michele eaton p |
| 4510 |
4485 |
4963 |
Skylark of Space (version 2) |
Lee Hawkins Garby |
Science Fiction |
The Skylark of Space is one of the earliest novels of interstellar travel and is considered a classic of pulp science fiction. Originally serialized in 1928 in the magazine Amazing Stories it is often categorized as the first literary space opera, complete with protagonists perfect in mind, body, and spirit, who fight against villains of absolute evil. (Introduction from wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/the-skylark-of-space-version-2-by-e-e-smith-and-lee-hawkins-garby/ |
skylark space one earliest novels interstellar travel considered classic pulp science fiction originally serialized 1928 magazine amazing stories often categorized first literary space opera complete protagonists perfect mind body spirit fight villains absolute evil introduction wikipedia p |
| 4511 |
4486 |
4964 |
Rivals |
Richard Brinsley Sheridan |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
The play is set in Bath in the 18th century, a town legendary for conspicuous consumption and fashion at the time. Wealthy, fashionable people went there to "take the waters", which were believed to have healing properties. The plot centres on the two young lovers, Lydia and Jack. Lydia, who reads a lot of popular novels of the time, wants a purely romantic love affair. To court her, Jack pretends to be "Ensign Beverley", a poor officer. Lydia is enthralled with the idea of eloping with a poor soldier in spite of her guardian, Mrs. Malaprop, a moralistic widow. Mrs. Malaprop is the chief comic figure of the play, thanks to her continual misuse of words that sound like the words she intends but mean something completely different. (The term malapropism was coined in reference to the character.) Lydia has two other suitors: Bob Acres (a somewhat buffoonish country gentleman), and Sir Lucius O'Trigger, an impoverished and combative Irish gentleman. Sir Lucius pays Lucy to carry love notes between him and Lydia (who uses the name "Delia"), but Lucy is swindling him: "Delia" is actually Mrs. Malaprop. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong>:<br />\nFag: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nThomas/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br />\nLucy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5723">Linda Hogan</a><br />\nLydia Languish: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nJulia Melville: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMrs. Malaprop: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2026">Mil Nicholson</a><br />\nSir Anthony Absolute: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nCaptain Jack Absolute: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br />\nFaulkland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nBob Acres: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br />\nBoy/Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br />\nSir Lucius O'Trigger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nDavid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3645">Mary Ann</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett<br /> |
English |
1775 |
https://librivox.org/the-rivals-by-richard-brinsley-sheridan/ |
play set bath 18th century town legendary conspicuous consumption fashion time wealthy fashionable people went take waters believed healing properties plot centres two young lovers lydia jack lydia reads lot popular novels time wants purely romantic love affair court her jack pretends ensign beverley poor officer lydia enthralled idea eloping poor soldier spite guardian mrs malaprop moralistic widow mrs malaprop chief comic figure play thanks continual misuse words sound like words intends mean something completely different the term malapropism coined reference character lydia two suitors bob acres a somewhat buffoonish country gentleman sir lucius o trigger impoverished combative irish gentleman sir lucius pays lucy carry love notes lydia who uses name delia lucy swindling him delia actually mrs malaprop summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br fag a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br thomas servant a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br lucy a href http librivox org reader 5723 linda hogan a br lydia languish a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br julia melville a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs malaprop a href http librivox org reader 2026 mil nicholson a br sir anthony absolute a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br captain jack absolute a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br faulkland a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br bob acres a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br boy maid a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br sir lucius o trigger a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br david a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3645 mary ann a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett br |
| 4512 |
4487 |
4965 |
Ruth Erskine's Son |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<p>Seventh book in the Chautauqua Girls series. Written by Isabella Alden under the pseudonym “Pansy.” <br/><br/>\n\nErskine, Ruth's son (a 5-year-old at the end of <i>Judge Burnham’s Daughters</i>) is now a grown man, and Ruth is 50-something. He brings home an American wife from Paris, a woman who seems to want to tear apart mother and son. But Irene has some big secrets to hide. (Summary by TriciaG)</p>\n<p>Previous book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/workers-together-by-pansy/">Workers Together, or, An Endless Chain</a><br>\nNext book in series: <a href="http://librivox.org/four-mothers-at-chautauqua-by-pansy/">Four Mothers at Chautauqua</a></p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-erskines-son-by-pansy/ |
p seventh book chautauqua girls series written isabella alden pseudonym pansy br br erskine ruth s son a 5 year old end i judge burnham s daughters i grown man ruth 50 something brings home american wife paris woman seems want tear apart mother son irene big secrets hide summary triciag p p previous book series a href http librivox org workers together by pansy workers together or endless chain a br next book series a href http librivox org four mothers at chautauqua by pansy four mothers chautauqua a p |
| 4513 |
4488 |
4966 |
Navolging van Christus |
Thomas à Kempis |
Christianity - Other |
<P>De Imitatione Christi (De navolging van Christus) is een middeleeuws boek dat handelt over hoe je een goed christen wordt. Het werd in de vijftiende eeuw geschreven door de Nederlandse augustijn Thomas a Kempis. Dit werk was na de Bijbel het meest verspreide boek van de late Middeleeuwen en wordt ook nu nog door veel christenen gelezen. (bron: Wikipedia, kattekliek)</P> |
Dutch |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/de-navolging-van-christus-by-thomas-a-kempis/ |
p de imitatione christi de navolging van christus een middeleeuws boek dat handelt hoe je een goed christen wordt het werd de vijftiende eeuw geschreven door de nederlandse augustijn thomas kempis dit werk na de bijbel het meest verspreide boek van de late middeleeuwen en wordt ook nu nog door veel christenen gelezen bron wikipedia kattekliek p |
| 4514 |
4489 |
4967 |
Bunny Brown and his Sister Sue at Christmas Tree Cove |
Laura Lee Hope |
Family |
<P>Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue were featured in a series of 20 books for young children published by the Stratemeyer Syndicate from 1916-1930. In this adventure, first published in 1920, Bunny and Sue lose a valuable possession belonging to their mother. They have many adventures and misadventures during a family boating vacation to Christmas Tree Cove. (Introduction by S. McGaughey)</P>\nRead in duet by Rose 264 and Sean McGaughey.<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bunny-brown-and-his-sister-sue-at-christmas-tree-cove-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
p bunny brown sister sue featured series 20 books young children published stratemeyer syndicate 1916 1930 adventure first published 1920 bunny sue lose valuable possession belonging mother many adventures misadventures family boating vacation christmas tree cove introduction s mcgaughey p read duet rose 264 sean mcgaughey p |
| 4515 |
4490 |
4968 |
Vertheidigung des Socrates |
Xenophon |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Xenophon möchte zeigen, dass Sokrates ganz bewusst in den Tod gegangen sei. Das Unglück seines Todes war kein Zufall. Denn der Philosoph habe gespürt, dass seine Zeit gekommen sei, um das Leben zu vollenden und zu sterben. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/vertheidigung-des-socrates-by-xenophon/ |
p xenophon möchte zeigen dass sokrates ganz bewusst den tod gegangen sei das unglück seines todes war kein zufall denn der philosoph habe gespürt dass seine zeit gekommen sei um das leben zu vollenden und zu sterben zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4516 |
4491 |
4969 |
Vampire |
Paul Henry Corentin Féval |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Trois jeunes et riches Allemands ont disparu sans laisser de trace. Paris est en émoi après l'evénement de la pêche miraculeuse. La jeune Angèle soupconne son René, père de leur enfant, d'être tombé amoureux d'une autre femme. Une vampire rôderait-elle sur les bords de la Seine? (résumé par Nadine)<p></p>Three young German noblemen have vanished. Paris is upside down after the fishing up of a treasure from the Seine. Young Angèle is suspicious that René, the father of her child, is having an affair with another woman. Is there a she-vampire erring on the riversides? (summary by Nadine)<p> |
French |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/la-vampire-by-feval-paul-henry-corentin/ |
trois jeunes et riches allemands ont disparu sans laisser de trace paris est en émoi après l evénement de la pêche miraculeuse la jeune angèle soupconne son rené père de leur enfant d être tombé amoureux d une autre femme une vampire rôderait elle sur les bords de la seine résumé par nadine p p three young german noblemen vanished paris upside fishing treasure seine young angèle suspicious rené father child affair another woman she vampire erring riversides summary nadine p |
| 4517 |
4492 |
4970 |
Pierre and Luce |
Romain Rolland |
General Fiction, Romance, War & Military Fiction |
Pierre and Luce were an unlikely young pair who found themselves in the chaos of Paris during the war; Pierre, the shy, recently conscripted pacifist, and Luce, the free spirited artist in training, and both confused about the things going on around them. Why were these war birds flying overhead? Why these warning sirens, and occasional bombs exploding in the distance? Why did the government leaders, who didn't even know one another, hate and destroy so much? Why did these two delicate young adults find each other now? This story takes place between Jan. 30 and Good Friday, May 29, 1918. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pierre-and-luce-by-romain-rolland/ |
pierre luce unlikely young pair found chaos paris war pierre shy recently conscripted pacifist luce free spirited artist training confused things going around them war birds flying overhead warning sirens occasional bombs exploding distance government leaders even know one another hate destroy much two delicate young adults find now story takes place jan 30 good friday may 29 1918 introduction roger melin p |
| 4518 |
4493 |
4971 |
Gilded Age, A Tale of Today (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Satire, *Non-fiction |
Originally published in 1873, The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today is the only novel Twain co-wrote (C.D. Warner was a good friend and neighbor of the Clemens family in Hartford, and the collaboration sprang from their wive's challenge and encouragement). The title, "The Gilded Age" became synonymous with graft, materialism and corruption in public life, which are well represented in this work. Like others of his works, this one reflects truths about American Society that remain pertinent today. Many of the characters and incidents that occur in the Gilded Age had their real-life origins in Clemens relatives and history, a fact which he revealed in his newly published (2011) Autobiography. (Introduction by John Greenman & Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-gilded-age-a-tale-of-today-by-mark-twain/ |
originally published 1873 gilded age tale today novel twain co wrote c d warner good friend neighbor clemens family hartford collaboration sprang wive s challenge encouragement title the gilded age became synonymous graft materialism corruption public life well represented work like others works one reflects truths american society remain pertinent today many characters incidents occur gilded age real life origins clemens relatives history fact revealed newly published 2011 autobiography introduction john greenman wikipedia p |
| 4519 |
4494 |
4972 |
Korbmacher |
Carl Schmied |
Crafts & Hobbies |
<p><em>Der Korbmacher oder vollständige Anleitung alle Korbgattungen, sowohl grobe als feine, zu machen und die letzteren durch allerlei Verzierungen, durch Beizen und Lacke, zu verschönern.</em><br><br>\nDer Korbmacher ist der erste Teil des Buches Die Korb- und Strohflechtkunst und die Siebmacherei erscheinen 1843 in Weimar im Verlag B. Fried. Voigt.v\nDie zugehörigen Abbildungen (Figuren) befinden sich auf dem CD-Cover (im Format für eine transparente DVD-Hülle).\n(Zusammenfassung von Carl Schmied und Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/der-korbmacher-by-carl-schmied/ |
p em der korbmacher oder vollständige anleitung alle korbgattungen sowohl grobe als feine zu machen und die letzteren durch allerlei verzierungen durch beizen und lacke zu verschönern em br br der korbmacher ist der erste teil des buches die korb und strohflechtkunst und die siebmacherei erscheinen 1843 weimar im verlag b fried voigt v die zugehörigen abbildungen figuren befinden sich auf dem cd cover im format für eine transparente dvd hülle zusammenfassung von carl schmied und wassermann p |
| 4520 |
4495 |
4973 |
Geronimo’s Story of His Life |
Geronimo |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Geronimo’s Story of His Life is the oral life history of a legendary Apache warrior. Composed in 1905, while Geronimo was being held as a U.S. prisoner of war at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Geronimo’s story found audience and publication through the efforts of S. M. Barrett--Lawton, Oklahoma, Superintendent of Education, who wrote in his preface that “the initial idea of the compilation of this work was . . . to extend to Geronimo as a prisoner of war the courtesy due any captive, i.e. the right to state the causes which impelled him in his opposition to our civilization and laws.” Barrett, with the assistance of Asa Deklugie, son of Nedni chief Whoa as Apache translator, wrote down the story as Geronimo told it --beginning with an Apache creation myth. Geronimo recounted bloody battles with Mexican troopers, against whom he had vowed vengeance in 1858 after they murdered his mother, his wife, and his three small children. He told of treaties made between Apaches and the U.S. Army--and treaties broken. There were periods of confinement on the reservations, and escapes. And there were his final days on the run, when the U.S. Army put 5000 men in the field against his small band of 39 Apache.<br /><br />Geronimo had been a prisoner of war for 19 years when he told his story. Born in 1829, he was by then an old man, no longer a warrior, and he had come to an accommodation with many things “white,” including an appreciation of money. U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs personnel took him to the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904, where he roped cows in the “wild west show” and signed his name for “ten, fifteen, or twenty five cents.” By then he was perhaps the United States’ most “famous” Indian. In 1905 he was even invited to ride horseback in President Theodore Roosevelt’s inaugural parade (though still a prisoner of war!).<br /><br />Geronimo dedicated his book to Roosevelt with the plea that he and his people be allowed to return to their ancestral land in Arizona. “It is my land, my home, my father’s land, to which I now ask to be allowed to return. I want to spend my last days there, and be buried among those mountains. If this could be I might die in peace.” Geronimo died at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in 1909, still a prisoner of war. (Introduction by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/geronimos-story-of-his-life-by-geronimo/ |
geronimo s story life oral life history legendary apache warrior composed 1905 geronimo held u s prisoner war fort sill oklahoma geronimo s story found audience publication efforts s m barrett lawton oklahoma superintendent education wrote preface the initial idea compilation work extend geronimo prisoner war courtesy due captive i e right state causes impelled opposition civilization laws barrett assistance asa deklugie son nedni chief whoa apache translator wrote story geronimo told beginning apache creation myth geronimo recounted bloody battles mexican troopers vowed vengeance 1858 murdered mother wife three small children told treaties made apaches u s army and treaties broken periods confinement reservations escapes final days run u s army put 5000 men field small band 39 apache br br geronimo prisoner war 19 years told story born 1829 old man longer warrior come accommodation many things white including appreciation money u s bureau indian affairs personnel took st louis world s fair 1904 roped cows wild west show signed name ten fifteen twenty five cents perhaps united states famous indian 1905 even invited ride horseback president theodore roosevelt s inaugural parade though still prisoner war br br geronimo dedicated book roosevelt plea people allowed return ancestral land arizona it land home father s land ask allowed return want spend last days there buried among mountains could might die peace geronimo died fort sill oklahoma 1909 still prisoner war introduction sue anderson p |
| 4521 |
4496 |
4974 |
Quicksand |
Nella Larsen |
General Fiction |
Quicksand is a 1928 novel by Nella Larsen, a writer of the Harlem Renaissance. It focuses on Helga Crane, a mixed-race woman who is a schoolteacher in the American south. As the novel opens, she suddenly decides to give up her teaching position and go north, back to her roots in Chicago. Helga's restless search for identity is semi-autobiographical, inspired by Larsen's own struggles to reconcile her mixed heritage with the racism of 1920s America. Although this novel was published after 1923, the copyright was never renewed and is therefore in the public domain. (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/quicksand-by-nella-larsen/ |
quicksand 1928 novel nella larsen writer harlem renaissance focuses helga crane mixed race woman schoolteacher american south novel opens suddenly decides give teaching position go north back roots chicago helga s restless search identity semi autobiographical inspired larsen s struggles reconcile mixed heritage racism 1920s america although novel published 1923 copyright never renewed therefore public domain introduction elizabeth klett p |
| 4522 |
4497 |
4975 |
Kybalion |
The Three Initiates |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Kybalion: Hermetic Philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of Hermes Trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of "the Three Initiates". (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-kybalion-by-the-three-initiates/ |
kybalion hermetic philosophy 1908 book claiming essence teachings hermes trismegistus published anonymously group person pseudonym the three initiates introduction wikipedia p |
| 4523 |
4498 |
4976 |
White Linen Nurse (version 2) |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Throughout three years of school, Rae Malgregor had been perfectly pliant, perfectly compliant to all the demands placed on her. But now, on the eve of graduation, she couldn’t go on with the mask of artificiality and the air of perfection. She had been chasing this nursing job three whole years, but there was just no wag to it! The Superintendent was stunned. Her best student! The Senior Surgeon was all grey granite business and livid that his time was being taken up with a hysterical nurse! And yet, though he wouldn’t have admitted it to anyone, especially himself, his interest was piqued. (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-linen-nurse-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott-2/ |
throughout three years school rae malgregor perfectly pliant perfectly compliant demands placed her now eve graduation couldn t go mask artificiality air perfection chasing nursing job three whole years wag it superintendent stunned best student senior surgeon grey granite business livid time taken hysterical nurse yet though wouldn t admitted anyone especially himself interest piqued introduction maryann p |
| 4524 |
4499 |
4977 |
On Union with God |
Blessed Albert the Great |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>Surely the most deeply-rooted need of the human soul, its purest aspiration, is for the closest possible union with God. As one turns over the pages of this little work, written by Blessed Albert the Great towards the end of his life, when that great soul had ripened and matured, one feels that here indeed is the ideal of one's hopes. (From the Preface)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-union-with-god-by-blessed-albert-the-great/ |
p surely deeply rooted need human soul purest aspiration closest possible union god one turns pages little work written blessed albert great towards end life great soul ripened matured one feels indeed ideal one s hopes from preface p |
| 4525 |
4500 |
4978 |
Nights With Uncle Remus |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
That the little boy loved Uncle Remus and his stories was so obvious that the tale-spinning sessions began drawing additional listeners. Daddy Jack, an old "Africa man" visiting from down-state; Sis Tempy, the strong chief of the mansion's servants; and Tildy, a young and pretty servant-girl - all found their way to Uncle Remus' rude cabin when their duties or interests permitted, to sit around the hearth and hear the wonderful tales of the animals, and foremost among them, Brer Rabbit and Brer Fox.<br></br>It turned out that some of the tales had different ways of telling, and the visitors took their turns at being the story-teller. Always one or more clever animals humbled or hornswoggled others among their community with flattery, wide-eyed mystery, or outright fraud.<br></br>After the success of Harris' "Uncle Remus: His Songs and His Sayings" ( http://librivox.org/uncle-remus-by-joel-chandler-harris/ ), he went on to write eight more books compiling the tales he himself had heard on the plantation in his young days. This is the first of those sequels.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/nights-with-uncle-remus-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
little boy loved uncle remus stories obvious tale spinning sessions began drawing additional listeners daddy jack old africa man visiting down state sis tempy strong chief mansion s servants tildy young pretty servant girl found way uncle remus rude cabin duties interests permitted sit around hearth hear wonderful tales animals foremost among them brer rabbit brer fox br br it turned tales different ways telling visitors took turns story teller always one clever animals humbled hornswoggled others among community flattery wide eyed mystery outright fraud br br after success harris uncle remus songs sayings http librivox org uncle remus by joel chandler harris went write eight books compiling tales heard plantation young days first sequels p |
| 4526 |
4501 |
4979 |
Idiot |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The Idiot is anything but, yet his fellow boarders at Mrs. Smithers-Pedagog’s home for single gentlemen see him as such. His brand of creative thought is dismissed as foolishness yet it continues to get under their skin, because when you’re beneath contempt you can say what you please. – This is the first of John Kendrick Bang’s “Idiot” books and was published by Harper and Brothers in 1895. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-idiot-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
idiot anything but yet fellow boarders mrs smithers pedagog s home single gentlemen see such brand creative thought dismissed foolishness yet continues get skin you re beneath contempt say please first john kendrick bang s idiot books published harper brothers 1895 summary gregg margarite p |
| 4527 |
4502 |
4980 |
Past Days |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Past Days by Emily Brontë . This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 28th, 2010<br><br>Anne Brontë was a British novelist and poet, the youngest member of the Brontë literary family. She wrote a volume of poetry with her sisters (Poems by Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell, 1846) and in short succession she wrote two novels. Agnes Grey, based upon her experiences as a governess, was published in 1847. Her second and last novel, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall appeared in 1848. Anne's life was cut short with her death of pulmonary tuberculosis when she was 29 years old. She published under the androgynous pen name Acton Bell. (summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\nPlease note, at the time of this poetry project, the Gutenburg index was mis-interpreted and this poem was mistakenly attributed to Emily Brontë / Ellis Bell. The recorded LibriVox introductions will reflect this mistake.</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/past-days-by-anne-bronte/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings past days emily brontë weekly poetry project november 28th 2010 br br anne brontë british novelist poet youngest member brontë literary family wrote volume poetry sisters poems currer ellis acton bell 1846 short succession wrote two novels agnes grey based upon experiences governess published 1847 second last novel tenant wildfell hall appeared 1848 anne s life cut short death pulmonary tuberculosis 29 years old published androgynous pen name acton bell summary wikipedia p please note time poetry project gutenburg index mis interpreted poem mistakenly attributed emily brontë ellis bell recorded librivox introductions reflect mistake p |
| 4528 |
4503 |
4981 |
House by the Lock |
Alice Muriel Williamson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>What secrets lay within the walls of the house by the lock? What secrets, if any, are held by the man who owns that mysterious house?<br><br>A body is found in a backwater creek not far from the house by the lock, but what leads Noel Stanton on a quest to determine who the killer might be is more than merely the disappearance of his American friend Harvey Farnham. He has reason to believe that the wealthy and influential owner of the house, Carson Wildred, might somehow be implicated in the coincidental disappearance and murder. But as Stanton's search progresses, he learns that his friend is safe and sound back in the U.S. and he therefore must learn more about the house itself with its peculiar construction, it's hidden passageways, and the peculiar smoke occasionally seen rising from its inaccessible areas. But everything is accounted for by the police, the servants, and Mr. Wildred during his investigation, leaving a most strange mystery left for Stanton to unravel. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-by-the-lock-by-alice-muriel-williamson |
p what secrets lay within walls house lock secrets any held man owns mysterious house br br a body found backwater creek far house lock leads noel stanton quest determine killer might merely disappearance american friend harvey farnham reason believe wealthy influential owner house carson wildred might somehow implicated coincidental disappearance murder stanton s search progresses learns friend safe sound back u s therefore must learn house peculiar construction hidden passageways peculiar smoke occasionally seen rising inaccessible areas everything accounted police servants mr wildred investigation leaving strange mystery left stanton unravel introduction roger melin p |
| 4529 |
4504 |
4982 |
Battle of Marathon |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Poetry |
<p><i>The Battle of Marathon</i> is a rhymed, dramatic, narrative-poem by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Written in 1820, it retells powerfully The Battle of Marathon: during which the Athenian state defeated the much larger invading force during the first Persian invasion of Greece. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-battle-of-marathon-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
p i the battle marathon i rhymed dramatic narrative poem elizabeth barrett browning written 1820 retells powerfully battle marathon athenian state defeated much larger invading force first persian invasion greece summary wikipedia p |
| 4530 |
4505 |
4983 |
Pointed Roofs |
Dorothy Richardson |
General Fiction |
Miriam Henderson is one of what novelist Dolf Wyllarde (in her great work, <i>The Pathway of the Pioneer</i>) termed "nous autres," i.e., young gentlewomen who must venture forth and earn their living after their fathers have been financially ruined. Also, she has read Villette; she thus applies for and is offered a job teaching conversational English at a girls' school, albeit in Germany rather than France. <i>Pointed Roofs</i> describes her year abroad, as she endeavors to make her way in the hotbed of seething female personalities that populate the school, overseen by her employer, the formidable Fraulein. <br/><br/>\n\nRichardson is adroit at conveying nuances of human perception through acutely observed physical and emotional detail. She was unfortunately labeled the inventor of stream of consciousness, and her later novels suffered when she started believing her own press; but her early ones (the first half-dozen are pre-1923) are free from stylistic excess, and are poignant -- or in this case -- pointed explorations of the workings of the human mind. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pointed-roofs-by-dorothy-richardson/ |
miriam henderson one novelist dolf wyllarde in great work i the pathway pioneer i termed nous autres i e young gentlewomen must venture forth earn living fathers financially ruined also read villette thus applies offered job teaching conversational english girls school albeit germany rather france i pointed roofs i describes year abroad endeavors make way hotbed seething female personalities populate school overseen employer formidable fraulein br br richardson adroit conveying nuances human perception acutely observed physical emotional detail unfortunately labeled inventor stream consciousness later novels suffered started believing press early ones the first half dozen pre 1923 free stylistic excess poignant case pointed explorations workings human mind introduction grant hurlock |
| 4531 |
4506 |
4984 |
Black Heart and White Heart |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<p><i>Black Heart and White Heart</i>, is a story of the courtship, trials and final union of a pair of Zulu lovers in the time of King Cetywayo. (Introduction by H. Rider Haggard)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/black-heart-and-white-heart-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
p i black heart white heart i story courtship trials final union pair zulu lovers time king cetywayo introduction h rider haggard p |
| 4532 |
4529 |
5010 |
Rover Boys at School |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
First of the famous Rover Boys books by future Hardy Boys creator Edward Stratemeyer (under the pseudonym Arthur M Winfield), this is an introduction to the fun-loving teenage Rover Brothers -- Dick, Tom & Sam. Virtual orphans, they are sent by their prudish Uncle Randolph to a military boarding school and their adventures soon begin! (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-at-school-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
first famous rover boys books future hardy boys creator edward stratemeyer under pseudonym arthur winfield introduction fun loving teenage rover brothers dick tom sam virtual orphans sent prudish uncle randolph military boarding school adventures soon begin summary bellonatimes p |
| 4533 |
4507 |
4985 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
<br />Lucy Maud Montgomery (L.M. Montgomery) was a prolific Canadian writer of books and short stories for children and adults during the first half of the twentieth century. Her writings, frequently set in Prince Edward Island where she was born and grew up, helped to put Canada on the literary map and made her a famous and beloved author, both during her own life and after her death. She published hundreds of short stories and twenty novels; her public-domain short stories have been collected in chronological order by Project Gutenberg. This project consists of stories published in 1904.<br><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903</a><br>Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922</a><br></br>(Summary by Project Gutenberg) <br></br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br lucy maud montgomery l m montgomery prolific canadian writer books short stories children adults first half twentieth century writings frequently set prince edward island born grew up helped put canada literary map made famous beloved author life death published hundreds short stories twenty novels public domain short stories collected chronological order project gutenberg project consists stories published 1904 br br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 to 1901 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 to 1903 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 a br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 a br br summary project gutenberg br br |
| 4534 |
4508 |
4986 |
Storm Over Warlock, Version 2 |
Andre Norton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>The Throg task force struck the Terran survey camp a few minutes after dawn, without warning, and with a deadly precision which argued that the aliens had fully reconnoitered and prepared that attack. Eye-searing lances of energy lashed back and forth across the base with methodical accuracy. And a single cowering witness, flattened on a ledge in the heights above, knew that when the last of those yellow-red bolts fell, nothing human would be left alive down there. And so Shann Lantee, most menial of the Terrans attached to the camp on the planet Warlock, was left alone and weaponless in the strange, hostile world, the human prey of the aliens from space and the aliens on the ground alike. (Introduction by from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/storm-over-warlock-by-andre-norton-2/ |
p the throg task force struck terran survey camp minutes dawn without warning deadly precision argued aliens fully reconnoitered prepared attack eye searing lances energy lashed back forth across base methodical accuracy single cowering witness flattened ledge heights above knew last yellow red bolts fell nothing human would left alive there shann lantee menial terrans attached camp planet warlock left alone weaponless strange hostile world human prey aliens space aliens ground alike introduction gutenberg text p |
| 4535 |
4509 |
4987 |
Poems |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry, Single author |
Originally published in 1916, this book of poetry by G.K. Chesterton includes 59 poems on a variety of subjects. Included in this are war poems, love poems, religious poems, ballades and more (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
originally published 1916 book poetry g k chesterton includes 59 poems variety subjects included war poems love poems religious poems ballades summary maria therese p |
| 4536 |
4510 |
4988 |
Answers to Prayer, from George Müller's Narratives |
A. E. C. Brooks |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Mr. Brooks, in this compilation, has endeavored to select those incidents and practical remarks from Mr. Müller's Narratives, that show in an unmistakeable way, both to believers and unbelievers, the secret of believing prayer, the manifest hand of a living God, and His unfailing response, in His own time and way, to every petition which is according to His will. (From the Preface)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/answers-to-prayer-from-george-mullers-narratives-by-george-muller/ |
p mr brooks compilation endeavored select incidents practical remarks mr müller s narratives show unmistakeable way believers unbelievers secret believing prayer manifest hand living god unfailing response time way every petition according will from preface p |
| 4537 |
4511 |
4989 |
Huldigung der Künste |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction, Plays |
Die Huldigung der Künste ist ein dramatisches Gedicht von Friedrich Schiller. Es ist das letzte dramatische Werk Schillers. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/die-huldigung-der-kunste-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
die huldigung der künste ist ein dramatisches gedicht von friedrich schiller es ist das letzte dramatische werk schillers zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4538 |
4512 |
4990 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 01 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the first volume, 53 short stories and poems have been gathered from 44 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-01-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this first volume 53 short stories poems gathered 44 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 4539 |
4513 |
4991 |
Lettres persanes - Tome premier |
Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu |
Epistolary Fiction, Erotica |
<em>Les Lettres persanes</em> est un roman épistolaire de Montesquieu, rassemblant la correspondance fictive échangée entre deux voyageurs persans, Usbek et Rica, et leurs amis respectifs restés en Perse. Leur séjour dure huit ans. Au XVIIIe siècle, l'Orient et le goût des voyages sont à la mode. Cependant, le roman fut publié au printemps 1721 à Amsterdam, et Montesquieu, par prudence, n'avoua pas qu'il en était l'auteur. Selon lui, le recueil était anonyme, et il se présentait comme simple traducteur. Mais personne ne s'y trompe. Montesquieu y dépeint admirablement, sur un ton humoristique et satirique, la société française à travers le regard de visiteurs perses. Cette œuvre connaît un succès considérable : le côté exotique, parfois érotique, la veine satirique mais sur un ton spirituel et amusé sur lesquels joue Montesquieu, plaisent. \n(tiré de Wikipedia) |
French |
1721 |
https://librivox.org/les-lettres-persanes-tome-premier-by-charles-louis-de-secondat-baron-de-la-brede-et-de-montesquieu/ |
em les lettres persanes em est un roman épistolaire de montesquieu rassemblant la correspondance fictive échangée entre deux voyageurs persans usbek et rica et leurs amis respectifs restés en perse leur séjour dure huit ans au xviiie siècle l orient et le goût des voyages sont à la mode cependant le roman fut publié au printemps 1721 à amsterdam et montesquieu par prudence n avoua pas qu il en était l auteur selon lui le recueil était anonyme et il se présentait comme simple traducteur mais personne ne s y trompe montesquieu dépeint admirablement sur un ton humoristique et satirique la société française à travers le regard de visiteurs perses cette œuvre connaît un succès considérable le côté exotique parfois érotique la veine satirique mais sur un ton spirituel et amusé sur lesquels joue montesquieu plaisent tiré de wikipedia |
| 4540 |
4514 |
4992 |
Well at the World's End |
William Morris |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
<p>The Well at the World's End is thought to be one of the first examples of an entirely fictional fantasy world, and has greatly influenced later fantasy writers such as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. The book follows the travels of Ralph, a prince of a tiny country, as he disobeys his fathers wishes and runs away from home to adventure in the world, and seek out the fabled Well at World's End, said to grant eternal youth to those who drink from it. (Summary by BumbleVee)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-well-at-the-worlds-end-bk-1-by-william-morris/ |
p the well world s end thought one first examples entirely fictional fantasy world greatly influenced later fantasy writers c s lewis j r r tolkien book follows travels ralph prince tiny country disobeys fathers wishes runs away home adventure world seek fabled well world s end said grant eternal youth drink it summary bumblevee p |
| 4541 |
4515 |
4995 |
Karawane |
Hugo Ball |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Karawane by Hugo Ball. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 5th, 2010.<br><br>Ball wrote his poem "Karawane," which is a German poem consisting of nonsensical words. The meaning however resides in its meaninglessness, reflecting the chief principle behind Dadaism.<br><br>Dada or Dadaism is a cultural movement that began in Zürich, Switzerland, during World War I and peaked from 1916 to 1922.[1] The movement primarily involved visual arts, literature—poetry, art manifestoes, art theory—theatre, and graphic design, and concentrated its anti-war politics through a rejection of the prevailing standards in art through anti-art cultural works. Its purpose was to ridicule what its participants considered to be the meaninglessness of the modern world. In addition to being anti-war, dada was also anti-bourgeois and anarchistic in nature.(summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/karawane-by-hugo-ball/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings karawane hugo ball weekly poetry project december 5th 2010 br br ball wrote poem karawane german poem consisting nonsensical words meaning however resides meaninglessness reflecting chief principle behind dadaism br br dada dadaism cultural movement began zürich switzerland world war peaked 1916 1922 1 movement primarily involved visual arts literature poetry art manifestoes art theory theatre graphic design concentrated anti war politics rejection prevailing standards art anti art cultural works purpose ridicule participants considered meaninglessness modern world addition anti war dada also anti bourgeois anarchistic nature summary wikipedia p |
| 4542 |
4516 |
4996 |
To the Man of the High North |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 5 recordings of To the Man of the High North by Robert Service. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 28, 2010.<br><br>Robert William Service (January 16, 1874 – September 11, 1958) was a poet and writer, sometimes referred to as "the Bard of the Yukon".<br><br>His writing was so expressive that his readers took him for a hard-bitten old Klondike prospector, not the later-arriving bank clerk he actually was.<br><br>In addition to his Yukon works, Service also wrote poetry set in locales as diverse as South Africa, Afghanistan, and New Zealand.<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-man-of-the-high-north-by-robert-w-service/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 5 recordings man high north robert service fortnightly poetry project november 28 2010 br br robert william service january 16 1874 september 11 1958 poet writer sometimes referred the bard yukon br br his writing expressive readers took hard bitten old klondike prospector later arriving bank clerk actually was br br in addition yukon works service also wrote poetry set locales diverse south africa afghanistan new zealand p |
| 4543 |
4517 |
4997 |
Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. |
Washington Irving |
Travel Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
Apart from "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" - the pieces which made both Irving and The Sketch Book famous - other tales include "Roscoe", "The Broken Heart", "The Art of Book-making", "A Royal Poet", "The Spectre Bridegroom", "Westminster Abbey", "Little Britain", and "John Bull". His stories were highly influenced by German folktales, with "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" being inspired by a folktale recorded by Karl Musäus. Stories range from the maudlin (such as "The Wife" and "The Widow and Her Son") to the picaresque ("Little Britain") and the comical ("The Mutability of Literature"), but the common thread running through The Sketch Book — and a key part of its attraction to readers — is the personality of Irving's pseudonymous narrator, Geoffrey Crayon. Erudite, charming, and never one to make himself more interesting than his tales, Crayon holds The Sketch Book together through the sheer power of his personality - and Irving would, for the rest of his life, seamlessly enmesh Crayon's persona with his own public reputation. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-sketch-book-of-geoffrey-crayon-gent-by-washington-irving/ |
apart rip van winkle the legend sleepy hollow pieces made irving sketch book famous tales include roscoe the broken heart the art book making a royal poet the spectre bridegroom westminster abbey little britain john bull stories highly influenced german folktales the legend sleepy hollow inspired folktale recorded karl musäus stories range maudlin such the wife the widow son picaresque little britain comical the mutability literature common thread running sketch book key part attraction readers personality irving s pseudonymous narrator geoffrey crayon erudite charming never one make interesting tales crayon holds sketch book together sheer power personality irving would rest life seamlessly enmesh crayon s persona public reputation introduction wikipedia p |
| 4544 |
4518 |
4998 |
Faust, Der Tragödie erster Teil |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction, Plays |
Faust. Eine Tragödie (auch Faust. Der Tragödie erster Teil oder Faust I) von Johann Wolfgang Goethe gilt als das bedeutendste und meistzitierte Werk der deutschen Literatur.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/faust-der-tragodie-erster-teil-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
faust eine tragödie auch faust der tragödie erster teil oder faust i von johann wolfgang goethe gilt als das bedeutendste und meistzitierte werk der deutschen literatur zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 4545 |
4519 |
4999 |
Gold Hunters |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>In The Gold Hunters we find 3 men in search of a treasure of gold hidden away in the upper reaches of the Canadian wilderness. One, a young white man, another his half breed friend, and the third the wise old Indian sage who communes with the wilderness as only his people have done through the generations. The 3 men know the gold is there, they had found the map which is leading them to it. Yet it seems that the map is leading them to places that don't exist, and each day finds a new adventure and new dangers which they must overcome if they are to achieve their reward. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-gold-hunters-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
p in gold hunters find 3 men search treasure gold hidden away upper reaches canadian wilderness one young white man another half breed friend third wise old indian sage communes wilderness people done generations 3 men know gold there found map leading it yet seems map leading places exist day finds new adventure new dangers must overcome achieve reward introduction roger melin p |
| 4546 |
4520 |
5000 |
Juffrouw Lirriper en haar Commensalen |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Het kerstverhaal van 1863 Juffrouw Lirriper en haar kostganger Jakob Jackman zorgen voor de zoon van een voormalig bewoonster van het kosthuis. Als deze jongen naar kostschool gaat schrijft Jakob een verzameling verhalen op over de bewoners van het kosthuis.<br><br>\n\nHoofdstuk 1 en 7 vormen een doorlopend verhaal, de andere hoofdstukken zijn aparte korte verhalen. Het verhaal van hoofdstuk 1 en 7 krijgt een vervolg in 'Juffrouw Lirriper's Legaat' het kerstverhaal van 1864.\n\n(Inleiding door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/juffrouw-lirriper-en-haar-commensalen-by-charles-dickens/ |
het kerstverhaal van 1863 juffrouw lirriper en haar kostganger jakob jackman zorgen voor de zoon van een voormalig bewoonster van het kosthuis als deze jongen naar kostschool gaat schrijft jakob een verzameling verhalen op de bewoners van het kosthuis br br hoofdstuk 1 en 7 vormen een doorlopend verhaal de andere hoofdstukken zijn aparte korte verhalen het verhaal van hoofdstuk 1 en 7 krijgt een vervolg juffrouw lirriper s legaat het kerstverhaal van 1864 inleiding door marcel coenders p |
| 4547 |
4530 |
5011 |
Ralestone Luck |
Andre Norton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Rupert Ralestone is officially the Marquess of Lorne--but with no family money or prestige, the title is worthless. He and his younger brother and sister return to the old family homestead--Pirate's Haven. Their only hope is to find the family's talisman, a great sword, and restore it to its proper place.<p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/ralestone-luck-by-andre-norton/ |
rupert ralestone officially marquess lorne but family money prestige title worthless younger brother sister return old family homestead pirate s haven hope find family s talisman great sword restore proper place p |
| 4548 |
4521 |
5001 |
Lysistrata |
Aristophanes |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Comedy |
<p>Lysistrata read by a group of college students. </p>First performed in classical Athens c. 411 B.C.E., Aristophanes’ “Lysistrata” is the original battle of the sexes. One woman, Lysistrata, brings together the women of all Greece, exhorting them to withhold sexual contact from all men in order that they negotiate a treaty. Double entendres abound as men of Greece attempt to keep Lysistrata and her prurient gang from putting an end to the Peloponnesian war. Notably risqué, this comic drama sheds light on gender relations in ancient Athens\n<br>\nTranslator is not named, but Jack Lindsay is commentator and Norman Lindsay is the illustrator.<p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/lysistrata-by-aristophanes/ |
p lysistrata read group college students p first performed classical athens c 411 b c e aristophanes lysistrata original battle sexes one woman lysistrata brings together women greece exhorting withhold sexual contact men order negotiate treaty double entendres abound men greece attempt keep lysistrata prurient gang putting end peloponnesian war notably risqué comic drama sheds light gender relations ancient athens br translator named jack lindsay commentator norman lindsay illustrator p |
| 4549 |
4522 |
5002 |
American Fairy Tales |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>This collection of fantasy stories was originally serialized in regional newspapers, prior to being published as a complete volume. The stories, as critics have noted, lack the high-fantasy aspect of the best of Baum's work, in Oz or out. With ironic or nonsensical morals attached to their ends, their tone is more satirical, glib, and tongue-in-cheek than is usual in children's stories; the serialization in newspapers for adult readers was appropriate for the materials. (Introduction by Wikipedia and Matthew Reece)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/american-fairy-tales-by-l-frank-baum/ |
p this collection fantasy stories originally serialized regional newspapers prior published complete volume stories critics noted lack high fantasy aspect best baum s work oz out ironic nonsensical morals attached ends tone satirical glib tongue in cheek usual children s stories serialization newspapers adult readers appropriate materials introduction wikipedia matthew reece p |
| 4550 |
4523 |
5003 |
Last Chronicle of Barset |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
<p>Both Trollope and some of his later critics have considered The Last Chronicle to be his greatest novel. Many of its characters are familiar from the earlier Barsetshire novels, including the Rev. Josiah Crawley, the impoverished curate of Hogglestock, whose alleged theft of £20, together with the efforts of many to clear up the mystery, lie here at the center. Central also is the trying courtship between Major Grantly and Grace Crawley, the clergyman's daughter, over the objections of the Major's parents, Archdeacon Grantly and his wife; and the adventures of Johnny Eames, a protagonist of the Small House at Allington. Finally, it is in The Last Chronicle that Bishop Proudie of Barsetshire and his domineering wife, introduced in Barchester Towers, achieve their fullest and most dramatic portrayal.(Summary by Nicholas Clifford)</p>\n Novels in the series are : <br><a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">1-The Warden</a> : \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-2/">1-The Warden (version 2)</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/barchester-towers-by-anthony-trollope/">2-Barchester Towers</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope/" rel="no follow">3-Doctor Thorne</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/framley-parsonage-by-anthony-trollope/">4-Framley Parsonage</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-small-house-at-allington-by-anthony-trollope/">5-The Small House at Allington</a><br>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope/">6-The Last Chronicle of Barset</a></p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p both trollope later critics considered last chronicle greatest novel many characters familiar earlier barsetshire novels including rev josiah crawley impoverished curate hogglestock whose alleged theft 20 together efforts many clear mystery lie center central also trying courtship major grantly grace crawley clergyman s daughter objections major s parents archdeacon grantly wife adventures johnny eames protagonist small house allington finally last chronicle bishop proudie barsetshire domineering wife introduced barchester towers achieve fullest dramatic portrayal summary nicholas clifford p novels series br a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope rel no follow 1 the warden a a href http librivox org the warden by anthony trollope 2 1 the warden version 2 a br a href http librivox org barchester towers by anthony trollope 2 barchester towers a br a href http librivox org doctor thorne by anthony trollope rel no follow 3 doctor thorne a br a href http librivox org framley parsonage by anthony trollope 4 framley parsonage a br a href http librivox org the small house at allington by anthony trollope 5 the small house allington a br a href http librivox org the last chronicle of barset by anthony trollope 6 the last chronicle barset a p |
| 4551 |
4524 |
5004 |
With Two Spoons For Two Spoons |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you nine readings of With Two Spoons For Two Spoons, by Eugene Field. This was the weekly poem for the week of December 7, 2014. Summary by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/with-two-spoons-for-two-spoons-by-eugene-field/ |
librivox volunteers bring nine readings two spoons two spoons eugene field weekly poem week december 7 2014 summary ann boulais p |
| 4552 |
4525 |
5005 |
Two Gentlemen of Verona |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
<p>The Two Gentlemen of Verona is the earliest comedy written by Shakespeare (and possibly his first play), probably written around 1590-91. It focuses on two friends, Valentine and Proteus, whose friendship is disrupted by their mutual passion for the lovely Silvia. Proteus jilts Julia in order to pursue Silvia; she responds by enlisting the help of her maid Lucetta to dress as a boy and go after Proteus. The play also includes some wonderfully comic supporting characters, particularly Launce and his scene-stealing dog Crab. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Antonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Duke of Milan/First Outlaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Eglamour: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Host: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1331">Adrian Praetzellis</a><br>Julia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Launce: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lucetta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Panthino: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Proteus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Second Outlaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4402">Christopher Sanner</a><br>Silvia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Speed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Third Outlaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5947">Jared Klett</a><br>Thurio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Valentine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>And featuring Oscar as Crab the dog.<br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-by-william-shakespeare/ |
p the two gentlemen verona earliest comedy written shakespeare and possibly first play probably written around 1590 91 focuses two friends valentine proteus whose friendship disrupted mutual passion lovely silvia proteus jilts julia order pursue silvia responds enlisting help maid lucetta dress boy go proteus play also includes wonderfully comic supporting characters particularly launce scene stealing dog crab summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br antonio a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br duke milan first outlaw a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br eglamour a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br host a href http librivox org reader 1331 adrian praetzellis a br julia a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br launce a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br lucetta a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br panthino a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br proteus a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br second outlaw a href http librivox org reader 4402 christopher sanner a br silvia a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br speed a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br third outlaw a href http librivox org reader 5947 jared klett a br thurio a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br valentine a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br and featuring oscar crab dog br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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4526 |
5007 |
Erzählungen für Kinder |
Various |
Short works |
Neben berühmten Erzählungen wie "Max und Moritz - Eine Bubengeschichte in sieben Streichen" von Wilhelm Busch und zwei der weniger bekannten Texten von Heinrich Hoffmann (Autor von Struwwelpeter) enthält diese Sammlung insgesamt 20 kurze Erzählungen, Gedichte und Märchen für Kinder. (Zusammenfassung von Elli)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/erzaehlungen-fuer-kinder-von-various/ |
neben berühmten erzählungen wie max und moritz eine bubengeschichte sieben streichen von wilhelm busch und zwei der weniger bekannten texten von heinrich hoffmann autor von struwwelpeter enthält diese sammlung insgesamt 20 kurze erzählungen gedichte und märchen für kinder zusammenfassung von elli p |
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4527 |
5008 |
Christmas Carol (Version 03) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
<p>Old miser Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a major transformation after being visited by his deceased colleague Jacob Marley, who warns him to change his ways and has three spirits visit him on the night of Christmas Eve. (Introduction by Jeff Robinson)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-3/ |
p old miser ebenezer scrooge undergoes major transformation visited deceased colleague jacob marley warns change ways three spirits visit night christmas eve introduction jeff robinson p |
| 4555 |
4528 |
5009 |
Anne of Green Gables (version 7) (dramatic reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life |
<p>Red-haired Anne Shirley, the orphan girl mistakenly sent to live with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, has been one of the world's most beloved characters since the publication of Anne of Green Gables in 1908. In this dramatic reading, Librivox readers tell the story of Anne's adventures as she grows up on Prince Edward Island.(Summary by wildemoose)</p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Anne/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Marilla Cuthbert: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Matthew Cuthbert: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Mrs. Rachel Lynde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Diana Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally McConnell</a><br>Gilbert Blythe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Stationmaster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Mrs. Spencer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally McConnell</a><br>Flora Jane Spencer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5952">sherlock85</a><br>Mrs. Blewett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Mrs. Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>Mr. Phillips: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Jimmy Glover/Boys: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Ruby Gillis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5480">ESFJ Girl</a><br>Doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Miss Josephine Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5849">ashleyspence</a><br>Mrs. Allan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a><br>Josie Pye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>Carrie Sloane: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6091">Laura Payne</a><br>Miss Lucilla Harris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally McConnell</a><br>Jane Andrews: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Miss Stacy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Moody Spurgeon McPherson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br/><br/> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-dramatic-reading-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
p red haired anne shirley orphan girl mistakenly sent live matthew marilla cuthbert one world s beloved characters since publication anne green gables 1908 dramatic reading librivox readers tell story anne s adventures grows prince edward island summary wildemoose p strong cast strong br p anne narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br marilla cuthbert a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br matthew cuthbert a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br mrs rachel lynde a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br diana barry a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mcconnell a br gilbert blythe a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br stationmaster a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br mrs spencer a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mcconnell a br flora jane spencer a href http librivox org reader 5952 sherlock85 a br mrs blewett a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br mrs barry a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br mr phillips a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br jimmy glover boys a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br ruby gillis a href http librivox org reader 5480 esfj girl a br doctor a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br miss josephine barry a href http librivox org reader 5849 ashleyspence a br mrs allan a href http librivox org reader 1472 sarah jennings a br josie pye a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br carrie sloane a href http librivox org reader 6091 laura payne a br miss lucilla harris a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mcconnell a br jane andrews a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br miss stacy a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br moody spurgeon mcpherson a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br lady a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br br |
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4531 |
5012 |
Napoleón en Chamartín |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Napoleón en Chamartín es la quinta novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Continúa con la historia del joven gaditano Gabriel de Araceli, quien es también protagonista de los anteriores episodios, Bailén, El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo, La Corte de Carlos IV y Trafalgar. Siguiendo a su amada Inés, Gabriel llega a Madrid. Tras la derrota sufrida por los franceses en Bailén, el propio Emperador Napoleón se dirige a Madrid con la intención de someter a la capital, y proclamar rey a su hermano José Bonaparte. Los madrileños se preparan para la batalla, pero su inferioridad frente a las tropas imperiales es evidente. Don Diego de Rumblar, el prometido de Inés, lleva una vida disoluta en Madrid, bajo la influencia de Santorcaz, de quien se sospecha, es un espía francés. Gabriel sabe que Santorcaz quiere secuestrar a su hija Inés, por las cartas que leyó en el anterior episodio Bailén, y decide poner en aviso a la Condesa. La Condesa le convence de abandonar la idea de amar a Inés, y le promete una ejecutoria de nobleza y una posición administrativa en Perú. El joven las rechaza, prefiriendo una vida honrada y patriota como soldado, pero promete a la Condesa abandonar Madrid tan pronto como termine el asedio de las tropas francesas, y no volver a ver nunca a Inés. Gabriel luchará junto con las milicias madrileñas en el asedio de Madrid, pero... (Resumen de Wikipedia)<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br> |
Spanish |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
napoleón en chamartín es la quinta novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós continúa con la historia del joven gaditano gabriel de araceli quien es también protagonista de los anteriores episodios bailén el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo la corte de carlos iv trafalgar siguiendo su amada inés gabriel llega madrid tras la derrota sufrida por los franceses en bailén el propio emperador napoleón se dirige madrid con la intención de someter la capital proclamar rey su hermano josé bonaparte los madrileños se preparan para la batalla pero su inferioridad frente las tropas imperiales es evidente diego de rumblar el prometido de inés lleva una vida disoluta en madrid bajo la influencia de santorcaz de quien se sospecha es un espía francés gabriel sabe que santorcaz quiere secuestrar su hija inés por las cartas que leyó en el anterior episodio bailén decide poner en aviso la condesa la condesa le convence de abandonar la idea de amar inés le promete una ejecutoria de nobleza una posición administrativa en perú el joven las rechaza prefiriendo una vida honrada patriota como soldado pero promete la condesa abandonar madrid tan pronto como termine el asedio de las tropas francesas volver ver nunca inés gabriel luchará junto con las milicias madrileñas en el asedio de madrid pero resumen de wikipedia p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br |
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4532 |
5013 |
Ambassadors |
Henry James |
Published 1900 onward |
Henry James considered The Ambassadors his best, or perhaps his best-wrought, novel. It plays on the great Jamesian theme of the American abroad, who finds himself in an older, and some would say richer, culture that that of the United States, with its attractions and dangers. Here the protagonist is Lambert Strether, a man in his fifties, editor of a small literary magazine in Woollett, Massachusetts, who arrives in Europe on a mission undertaken at the urging of his patron, Mrs. Newsome, to bring back her son Chadwick. That young man appears to be enjoying his time in Paris rather more than seems good for him, at least to those older and wiser. The novel, however, is perhaps really about Strether's education in this new land, and one of his teachers is the city of Paris -- a real Paris, not an idealized one, but from which Strether has much to learn. Chad Newsome, of course is there too, and so are a scattering of other Americans, his old friend Waymarsh and his new acquaintance Maria Gostrey among them. Had Strether his life to live over again, knowing what he has now learned,. how different would it be? and what are the lessons he takes home with him?\n(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-ambassadors-by-henry-james/ |
henry james considered ambassadors best perhaps best wrought novel plays great jamesian theme american abroad finds older would say richer culture united states attractions dangers protagonist lambert strether man fifties editor small literary magazine woollett massachusetts arrives europe mission undertaken urging patron mrs newsome bring back son chadwick young man appears enjoying time paris rather seems good him least older wiser novel however perhaps really strether s education new land one teachers city paris real paris idealized one strether much learn chad newsome course too scattering americans old friend waymarsh new acquaintance maria gostrey among them strether life live again knowing learned different would be lessons takes home him introduction nicholas clifford |
| 4558 |
4533 |
5014 |
Asteroid of Fear |
Raymond Z. Gallun |
Science Fiction |
John Endlich needed to clean up his act. Gambling, drinking, a hot temper and wanderlust were the last things Rose and the kids needed. So he went to the Homesteaders Office and signed up to terraform Vesta, a chunk of a once thriving alien planet that had exploded from within; a flat lump of crust which was now the remains of a farm on one side and a mining operation on the other. The miners hated Endlich and sabotaged his plans at every opportunity. They were going to kill him and his family if he didn’t find a way to stop them. - Asteroid of Fear was first published in the March, 1951 edition of Planet Stories magazine. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/asteroid-of-fear-by-raymond-z-gallun/ |
john endlich needed clean act gambling drinking hot temper wanderlust last things rose kids needed went homesteaders office signed terraform vesta chunk thriving alien planet exploded within flat lump crust remains farm one side mining operation other miners hated endlich sabotaged plans every opportunity going kill family didn t find way stop them asteroid fear first published march 1951 edition planet stories magazine summary gregg margarite p |
| 4559 |
4534 |
5015 |
My Heart and Lute |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of My Heart and Lute by Thomas Moore . This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 12th, 2010<br><br>"My Heart and Lute" is a song/poem by Thomas Moore.\nIn Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll, Alice recognizes the tune used in the song called Haddocks' Eyes sung by the White Knight. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-heart-and-lute-by-thomas-moore/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings heart lute thomas moore weekly poetry project december 12th 2010 br br my heart lute song poem thomas moore looking glass lewis carroll alice recognizes tune used song called haddocks eyes sung white knight summary wikipedia p |
| 4560 |
4535 |
5016 |
Christmas Morning |
Eugene Field |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Christmas Morning by Eugene Field. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 12, 2010.<br><br>Eugene Field, Sr. (September 2, 1850 – November 4, 1895) was an American writer, best known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-morning-by-eugene-field/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings christmas morning eugene field fortnightly poetry project december 12 2010 br br eugene field sr september 2 1850 november 4 1895 american writer best known children s poetry humorous essays p |
| 4561 |
4536 |
5017 |
Short Poetry Collection 093 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems recorded by LibriVox volunteers for the month of December 2010. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-093/ |
collection poems recorded librivox volunteers month december 2010 p |
| 4562 |
4537 |
5019 |
Vicar of Wakefield (version 2) |
Oliver Goldsmith |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
<p>First published in 1766, the loveable and innocent Dr Primrose and his family have given pleasure to all that have read it.The story opens with the vicar losing his fortune and moving to another parish. What follows is a tale of love, deceit, betrayal, humour and a hidden hero…..It was one of Charles Dickens favourite books and a source of inspiration to him. No further recommendation is needed. Enjoy. (Summary by Tadhg)</p> |
English |
1774 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicar-of-wakefield-version-2-by-oliver-goldsmith/ |
p first published 1766 loveable innocent dr primrose family given pleasure read it the story opens vicar losing fortune moving another parish follows tale love deceit betrayal humour hidden hero it one charles dickens favourite books source inspiration him recommendation needed enjoy summary tadhg p |
| 4563 |
4538 |
5020 |
Quiet Talks on Prayer |
S. D. Gordon |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
<p>An open life, an open hand, open upward, is the pipe line of communication between the heart of God and this poor befooled old world. Our prayer is God's opportunity to get into the world that would shut Him out. (From the first chapter)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/quiet-talks-on-prayer-by-s-d-gordon/ |
p an open life open hand open upward pipe line communication heart god poor befooled old world prayer god s opportunity get world would shut out from first chapter p |
| 4564 |
4539 |
5021 |
Prince (Version 2) |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
The Prince (Italian: Il Principe) is a political treatise by the Italian diplomat, historian and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli. The descriptions within The Prince have the general theme of accepting that ends of princes, such as glory, and indeed survival, can justify the use of immoral means to achieve those ends. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-by-niccolo-machiavelli-2/ |
prince italian il principe political treatise italian diplomat historian political theorist niccolò machiavelli descriptions within prince general theme accepting ends princes glory indeed survival justify use immoral means achieve ends introduction wikipedia p |
| 4565 |
4540 |
5023 |
Twilight Land |
Howard Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The room was all full of twilight; but there they sat, every one of them. I did not count them, but there were ever so many: Aladdin, and Ali Baba, and Fortunatis, and Jack-the-Giant-Killer, and Doctor Faustus, and Bidpai, and Cinderella, and Patient Grizzle, and the Soldier who cheated the Devil, and St. George, and Hans in Luck, who traded and traded his lump of gold until he had only an empty churn to show for it; and there was Sindbad the Sailor, and the Tailor who killed seven flies at a blow, and the Fisherman who fished up the Genie, and the Lad who fiddled for the Jew in the bramble-bush, and the Blacksmith who made Death sit in his apple-tree, and Boots, who always marries the Princess, whether he wants to or not-- a rag-tag lot as ever you saw in your life, gathered from every place, and brought together in Twilight Land. <br/>\n(Extracted from the first chapter of the book) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/twilight-land-by-howard-pyle/ |
room full twilight sat every one them count them ever many aladdin ali baba fortunatis jack the giant killer doctor faustus bidpai cinderella patient grizzle soldier cheated devil st george hans luck traded traded lump gold empty churn show it sindbad sailor tailor killed seven flies blow fisherman fished genie lad fiddled jew bramble bush blacksmith made death sit apple tree boots always marries princess whether wants not rag tag lot ever saw life gathered every place brought together twilight land br extracted first chapter book |
| 4566 |
4541 |
5024 |
Poème du Mois - 002 Fiez vous y ! |
Charles d' Orléans |
Poetry |
Chaque mois, nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs !<br>Charles d'Orléans, né à Paris le 24 novembre 1394 et mort à Amboise le 5 janvier 1465, duc d'Orléans, est un prince français, connu surtout pour son œuvre poétique réalisée lors de sa longue captivité anglaise. Il est le fils de Louis Ier, duc d'Orléans, frère du roi de France Charles VI, et de Valentine Visconti fille du duc de Milan. (Wikipedia)</p> |
French |
1420 |
https://librivox.org/fiez-vous-y-by-charlez-dorleans/ |
chaque mois nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs br charles d orléans né à paris le 24 novembre 1394 et mort à amboise le 5 janvier 1465 duc d orléans est un prince français connu surtout pour son œuvre poétique réalisée lors de sa longue captivité anglaise il est le fils de louis ier duc d orléans frère du roi de france charles vi et de valentine visconti fille du duc de milan wikipedia p |
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4542 |
5025 |
Laugh and Live |
Douglas, Sr. Fairbanks |
Self-Help |
<p>Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. was an American actor, screenwriter, director and producer. He was best known for his swashbuckling roles in silent films such as The Thief of Baghdad, Robin Hood, and The Mark of Zorro. His book, Laugh and Live, is a book about positive virtues and advice for leading a good, healthy, and successful life. An advisory about this book is in order. Published in 1917, it was written at a time when “men went to work, women kept house, and supported their man”. Some of the writing and references are old-fashioned by today’s standards. Several ideas may be at odds with plans for successful lives today, especially for female listeners. Listeners should still find many valuable common-sense suggestions for leading a wholesome life. (Introduction from Wikipedia and Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/laugh-and-live-by-douglas-fairbanks/ |
p douglas fairbanks sr american actor screenwriter director producer best known swashbuckling roles silent films thief baghdad robin hood mark zorro book laugh live book positive virtues advice leading good healthy successful life advisory book order published 1917 written time men went work women kept house supported man writing references old fashioned today s standards several ideas may odds plans successful lives today especially female listeners listeners still find many valuable common sense suggestions leading wholesome life introduction wikipedia tom weiss p |
| 4568 |
4543 |
5026 |
Adventures of a Dog, and a Good Dog Too |
Alfred Elwes |
Animals & Nature |
<p>This fictional work is written in 1st person by the dog himself. It's a cute story of the adventures in the life of a noble dog who is appropriately named, Job. The canine society in which he lives is an interesting parallel to human society. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-a-dog-and-a-good-dog-too-by-alfred-elwes/ |
p this fictional work written 1st person dog himself cute story adventures life noble dog appropriately named job canine society lives interesting parallel human society summary allyson hester p |
| 4569 |
4544 |
5027 |
Treatise on Purgatory |
Saint Catherine of Genoa |
Christianity - Other |
<p>Saint Catherine of Genoa (Caterina Fieschi Adorno, born Genoa 1447 – 15 September 1510) is an Italian Roman Catholic saint and mystic, admired for her work among the sick and the poor. She was a member of the noble Fieschi family, and spent most of her life and her means serving the sick, especially during the plague which ravaged Genoa in 1497 and 1501. She died in that city in 1510. <br/><br/>\n\nIn 1551, 41 years after her death, a book about her life and teaching was published, entitled <i>Libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la Beata Caterinetta de Genoa.</i> This is the source of her "Dialogues on the Soul and the Body" and her "Treatise on Purgatory", which are often printed separately. Her authorship of these has been denied, and it used to be thought that another mystic, the Augustinian canoness Battistina Vernazza, who lived in a monastery in Genoa from 1510 till her death in 1587 had edited the two works, a suggestion discredited by recent scholarship, which attributes a large part of both works to St Catherine, though they received their final literary form only after her death.<br/><br/>\n\nIn the Treatise on Purgatory, St. Catherine wrote about the purpose of Purgatory, the unspeakable pain endured by the souls in Purgatory, and the great hope that souls have while in Purgatory, of seeing and spending eternity with God in Heaven. (Introduction by Wikipedia and Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/treatise-on-purgatory-by-st-catherine-of-genoa/ |
p saint catherine genoa caterina fieschi adorno born genoa 1447 15 september 1510 italian roman catholic saint mystic admired work among sick poor member noble fieschi family spent life means serving sick especially plague ravaged genoa 1497 1501 died city 1510 br br 1551 41 years death book life teaching published entitled i libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la beata caterinetta de genoa i source dialogues soul body treatise purgatory often printed separately authorship denied used thought another mystic augustinian canoness battistina vernazza lived monastery genoa 1510 till death 1587 edited two works suggestion discredited recent scholarship attributes large part works st catherine though received final literary form death br br treatise purgatory st catherine wrote purpose purgatory unspeakable pain endured souls purgatory great hope souls purgatory seeing spending eternity god heaven introduction wikipedia ann boulais p |
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4545 |
5028 |
Miss Sara Sampson |
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing |
Romance |
<p>G.E. Lessing, widely regarded by students of theater as the world's first dramaturg, was also one of the first proponents of the German bourgeois tragedy. Miss Sara Sampson, in which a young woman runs off with a ne'er-do-well who is still entangled with his former mistress, was a reaction against the Voltarian verse drama popular in the eighteenth century. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)<p>\n\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nSir William Sampson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>\nMiss Sara Sampson, his daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nMellefont: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nMarwood, formerly Mellefont's mistress: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nArabella, a child, daughter of Marwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>\nWaitwell, an old servant of Sir William: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>\nNorton, servant of Mellefont: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>\nBetty, Sara's maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5980">Nichole Thompson</a><br>\nHannah, Marwood's maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5949">debolee</a><br>\nInnkeeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nServant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br>\n\n<b>Audio edited by:</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a></p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/miss-sara-sampson-by-gotthold-ephraim-lessing/ |
p g e lessing widely regarded students theater world s first dramaturg also one first proponents german bourgeois tragedy miss sara sampson young woman runs ne er do well still entangled former mistress reaction voltarian verse drama popular eighteenth century summary arielle lipshaw p b cast b br sir william sampson a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br miss sara sampson daughter a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mellefont a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br marwood formerly mellefont s mistress a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br arabella child daughter marwood a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br waitwell old servant sir william a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br norton servant mellefont a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br betty sara s maid a href http librivox org reader 5980 nichole thompson a br hannah marwood s maid a href http librivox org reader 5949 debolee a br innkeeper a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br servant a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br b audio edited by b a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a p |
| 4571 |
4546 |
5029 |
Christmas Tree |
Anonymous |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of The Christmas Tree by Anonymous. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 19, 2010<br><br>This poem taken from Christmas Entertainments by Alice Maude Kellogg, contianing fancy drills, acrostics, motion songs, tableaux, short plays, recitations in costume for children of five to fifteen years. (from book introduction)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-christmas-tree-by-anonymous/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings christmas tree anonymous weekly poetry project december 19 2010 br br this poem taken christmas entertainments alice maude kellogg contianing fancy drills acrostics motion songs tableaux short plays recitations costume children five fifteen years from book introduction p |
| 4572 |
4547 |
5030 |
Pursuit of the House-Boat |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
This sequel to Bangs' A House-Boat on the Styx continues the "thought-experiment" of bringing various historical and fictional figures together, detailing the adventures of the ladies of Hades after they are kidnapped by pirates and the attempts of the Associated Shades (led by Sherlock Holmes) to retrieve their house-boat. (Introduction by unfamiliar memory)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-pursuit-of-the-house-boat-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
sequel bangs house boat styx continues thought experiment bringing various historical fictional figures together detailing adventures ladies hades kidnapped pirates attempts associated shades led sherlock holmes retrieve house boat introduction unfamiliar memory p |
| 4573 |
4548 |
5031 |
Other Things Being Equal |
Emma Wolf |
General Fiction, Romance |
Ruth Levice, the daughter of a rich San Francisco Jewish merchant, meats Dr. Herbert Kemp, and they slowly fall in love. However, she is Jewish and he is not. Can love overcome such an obstacle? And what is more important, duty or love? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/other-things-being-equal-by-emma-wolf/ |
ruth levice daughter rich san francisco jewish merchant meats dr herbert kemp slowly fall love however jewish not love overcome obstacle important duty love summary stav nisser p |
| 4574 |
4549 |
5032 |
Widdershins |
Oliver Onions |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>Onions wrote several collections of ghost stories, of which the best known is Widdershins (1911). It includes the novella The Beckoning Fair One, widely regarded as one of the best in the genre of horror fiction, especially psychological horror. On the surface, this is a conventional haunted house story: an unsuccessful writer moves into rooms in an otherwise empty house, in the hope that isolation will help his failing creativity. His sensitivity and imagination are enhanced by his seclusion, but his art, his only friend and his sanity are all destroyed in the process. The story can be read as narrating the gradual possession of the protagonist by a mysterious and possessive feminine spirit, or as a realistic description of a psychotic outbreak culminating in catatonia and murder, told from the sufferer's point of view. The precise description of the slow disintegration of the protagonist's mind is terrifying in either case. Another theme, shared with others of Onions' stories, is a connection between creativity and insanity; in this view, the artist is in danger of withdrawing from the world altogether and losing himself in his creation. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/widdershins-by-oliver-onions/ |
p onions wrote several collections ghost stories best known widdershins 1911 includes novella beckoning fair one widely regarded one best genre horror fiction especially psychological horror surface conventional haunted house story unsuccessful writer moves rooms otherwise empty house hope isolation help failing creativity sensitivity imagination enhanced seclusion art friend sanity destroyed process story read narrating gradual possession protagonist mysterious possessive feminine spirit realistic description psychotic outbreak culminating catatonia murder told sufferer s point view precise description slow disintegration protagonist s mind terrifying either case another theme shared others onions stories connection creativity insanity view artist danger withdrawing world altogether losing creation introduction wikipedia p |
| 4575 |
4550 |
5033 |
Knight of Molokai |
Eva K. Betz |
Religion, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Hurricane! Volcano eruptions and fire! Leprosy! Nothing deterred Father Damien from doing the work to which he had been called. Outstandingly big and strong as a boy, he was notably kind as a young man. He needed all his strength and kindness when he went to live at the leper colony of Molokai.<br><br>This children’s biography of Father Damien of Molokai was written by Eva K. Betz, a prolific Catholic writer of history and biography books for children. (Introduction from an original dust jacket and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/knight-of-molokai-by-eva-k-betz/ |
p hurricane volcano eruptions fire leprosy nothing deterred father damien work called outstandingly big strong boy notably kind young man needed strength kindness went live leper colony molokai br br this children s biography father damien molokai written eva k betz prolific catholic writer history biography books children introduction original dust jacket maria therese p |
| 4576 |
4551 |
5034 |
Adventures of Mr. Mocker (dramatic reading) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Dramatic Readings, Animals & Nature |
<p>When an innocent blue jay starts talking in his sleep, it's up to him to find out what's going on in this fun, naturalistic, Southern-style children's story. (Summary by Miriam Esther Goldman)</p><p><b>Cast:</b></p>\n<p>Narration: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nMr. Mocker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5940">Gargoyle</a><br />\nUnc’ Billy Possum: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br />\nOld Mrs. Possum: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5982">Donna Lauten</a><br />\nJimmy Skunk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br />\nSammy Jay: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nPeter Rabbit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br />\nJerry Muskrat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nHooty the Owl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nJenny Wren: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5932">Elisabeth Harvey</a><br />\nBlacky the Crow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6032">Beverly Scott</a><br />\nReddy Fox: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4015">JimOCR</a><br />\nBoomer the Nighthawk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nBobby Coon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nSticky-Toes the Tree Toad: <a href="http://www.dollyforsue.com">Cheri Gardner</a><br />\nMistah Buzzard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6032">Beverly Scott</a><br />\nGrandfather Frog: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4015">JimOCR</a><br />\nTeensy Fly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a></p>\n<p><b>Audio edited by:</b> Phil Chenevert and Linette Geisel</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-mr-mocker-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
p when innocent blue jay starts talking sleep find what s going fun naturalistic southern style children s story summary miriam esther goldman p p b cast b p p narration a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br mr mocker a href http librivox org reader 5940 gargoyle a br unc billy possum a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br old mrs possum a href http librivox org reader 5982 donna lauten a br jimmy skunk a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br sammy jay a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br peter rabbit a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br jerry muskrat a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br hooty owl a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br jenny wren a href http librivox org reader 5932 elisabeth harvey a br blacky crow a href http librivox org reader 6032 beverly scott a br reddy fox a href http librivox org reader 4015 jimocr a br boomer nighthawk a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br bobby coon a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br sticky toes tree toad a href http www dollyforsue com cheri gardner a br mistah buzzard a href http librivox org reader 6032 beverly scott a br grandfather frog a href http librivox org reader 4015 jimocr a br teensy fly a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a p p b audio edited by b phil chenevert linette geisel p |
| 4577 |
4552 |
5035 |
Fables in Slang |
George Ade |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
While a columnist for The Chicago Record humorist George Ade penned numerous “fables” which were subsequently collected into books. Fables in Slang is the first of these collections. It contains 26 satirical stories that lampoon phrenologists, idealists, snobs, fanatics and other ignorant fools of the day, most of which still wander through our modern lives. Jean Shepherd considered Ade a predecessor who made writers like James Thurber, Mike Royko, and himself possible. Fables in Slang was first published in 1899 by Herbert S. Stone and Company. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/fables-in-slang-by-george-ade/ |
columnist chicago record humorist george ade penned numerous fables subsequently collected books fables slang first collections contains 26 satirical stories lampoon phrenologists idealists snobs fanatics ignorant fools day still wander modern lives jean shepherd considered ade predecessor made writers like james thurber mike royko possible fables slang first published 1899 herbert s stone company summary gregg margarite p |
| 4578 |
4553 |
5036 |
Vliegende Hollander |
Piet Visser |
Children's Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, *Non-fiction |
De Vliegende Hollander is een spookschip dat volgens de overlevering voor eeuwig in de buurt van Kaap de Goede Hoop rondvaart. De sage vertelt dat dit schip op Paasochtend van het jaar 1676 uitvoer, waarna het verdween in een storm. P. Visser vertelt het hele verhaal. (inleiding van Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/de-vliegende-hollander-by-p-visser/ |
de vliegende hollander een spookschip dat volgens de overlevering voor eeuwig de buurt van kaap de goede hoop rondvaart de sage vertelt dat dit schip op paasochtend van het jaar 1676 uitvoer waarna het verdween een storm p visser vertelt het hele verhaal inleiding van wikipedia p |
| 4579 |
4554 |
5037 |
How to Appreciate Music |
Gustav Kobbé |
*Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies, Music |
Originally published in 1906, this book is essentially a how to guide on music appreciation. Includes sections on the pianoforte, orchestral, and vocal music. Good for anyone who wishes for a greater appreciation of the wonders of music. (Summary by prwells32)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-appreciate-music-by-kobbe-gustav/ |
originally published 1906 book essentially guide music appreciation includes sections pianoforte orchestral vocal music good anyone wishes greater appreciation wonders music summary prwells32 p |
| 4580 |
4555 |
5038 |
Bible (KJV) NT 05: Acts (version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
<p>The Acts of the Apostles, also known as The Book of Acts, is the fifth book of the New Testament. It follows the 4 Gospel accounts not only in order but in chronology. As the Gospels end with the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Acts begins with the 11 Apostles and His other disciples embarking on the adventure of following Him and fulfilling His Great Commission (see Matthew 28:16-20 for the most commonly cited version of the Great Commission). Though several heroes of the early Christian church are included in this narrative, much of the book tells the story of the Apostle Paul from his conversion to Christianity to his missionary journeys. (Introduction by Jason Justice)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-nt-05-acts-version-2-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
p the acts apostles also known book acts fifth book new testament follows 4 gospel accounts order chronology gospels end death resurrection jesus christ acts begins 11 apostles disciples embarking adventure following fulfilling great commission see matthew 28 16 20 commonly cited version great commission though several heroes early christian church included narrative much book tells story apostle paul conversion christianity missionary journeys introduction jason justice p |
| 4581 |
4556 |
5040 |
Time Machine (Version 4) |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
The Time Machine is a science fiction novella by H. G. Wells, published in 1895 for the first time and later adapted into at least two feature films of the same name, as well as two television versions, and a large number of comic book adaptations. It indirectly inspired many more works of fiction in many media. This 32,000 word story is generally credited with the popularisation of the concept of time travel using a vehicle that allows an operator to travel purposefully and selectively. The term "time machine", coined by Wells, is now universally used to refer to such a vehicle. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-machine-by-h-g-wells-2/ |
time machine science fiction novella h g wells published 1895 first time later adapted least two feature films name well two television versions large number comic book adaptations indirectly inspired many works fiction many media 32 000 word story generally credited popularisation concept time travel using vehicle allows operator travel purposefully selectively term time machine coined wells universally used refer vehicle introduction wikipedia p |
| 4582 |
4557 |
5041 |
Sidelights on Relativity |
Albert Einstein |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
Sidelights on Relativity contains ETHER AND THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY, an address delivered on May 5th, 1920, in the University of Leyden; and GEOMETRY AND EXPERIENCE, an expanded form of an address to the Prussian Academy of Sciences in Berlin on January 27th, 1921. (Intro from Project Gutenberg)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/sidelights-on-relativity-by-albert-einstein/ |
sidelights relativity contains ether theory relativity address delivered may 5th 1920 university leyden geometry experience expanded form address prussian academy sciences berlin january 27th 1921 intro project gutenberg p |
| 4583 |
4558 |
5042 |
Diablo Cojuelo |
Luis Vélez de Guevara |
Satire |
Un estudiante que huye de la justicia, don Cleofás, entra en una buhardilla de un astrólogo y allí libera a un diablo encerrado en una redoma, quien en agradecimiento, levanta los tejados de Madrid y le enseña todas las miserias, trapacerías y engaños de sus habitantes. El Diablo Cojuelo es un diablo que, lejos de ser una forma maligna, se le representa como «el espíritu más travieso del infierno», trayendo de cabeza a sus propios congéneres demoníacos. Se dice así mismo como inventor de danzas, música y literatura de carácter picaresco y satírico. Siendo uno de los primeros ángeles en levantarse en celestial rebelión, fue el primero en caer a los infiernos, aterrizando el resto de sus «hermanos» sobre él, dejándole «estropeado» y «más que todos señalado de la mano de Dios». De ahí viene su sobrenombre de «Cojuelo». Pero no por cojo es menos veloz y ágil. (Adaptación de Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1644 |
https://librivox.org/el-diablo-cojuelo-by-luis-velez-de-guevara/ |
un estudiante que huye de la justicia cleofás entra en una buhardilla de un astrólogo allí libera un diablo encerrado en una redoma quien en agradecimiento levanta los tejados de madrid le enseña todas las miserias trapacerías engaños de sus habitantes el diablo cojuelo es un diablo que lejos de ser una forma maligna se le representa como el espíritu más travieso del infierno trayendo de cabeza sus propios congéneres demoníacos se dice así mismo como inventor de danzas música literatura de carácter picaresco satírico siendo uno de los primeros ángeles en levantarse en celestial rebelión fue el primero en caer los infiernos aterrizando el resto de sus hermanos sobre él dejándole estropeado más que todos señalado de la mano de dios de ahí viene su sobrenombre de cojuelo pero por cojo es menos veloz ágil adaptación de wikipedia p |
| 4584 |
4559 |
5043 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 17 - Tecumseh: A Chronicle of the Last Great Leader of His People |
Ethel T. Raymond |
Modern (19th C) |
Tecumseh was a leader of the Shawnee and a large tribal confederacy that opposed the United States during the War of 1812. He became a folk hero remembered by many Canadians for his defense of their country. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tecumseh-a-chronicle-of-the-last-great-leader-of-his-people-by-ethel-t-raymond/ |
tecumseh leader shawnee large tribal confederacy opposed united states war 1812 became folk hero remembered many canadians defense country summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 4585 |
7635 |
8246 |
Giraffe Hunters |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
The Young Yägers, Hans and Hendrik Von Bloom, Groot Willem and Arend Van Wyk, are again on a hunting expedition. This time, the reader will find their old acquaintances in Africa, on the banks of the Limpopo River. Here our young adventurers are looking for sport and wild animals.</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-giraffe-hunters-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
young yägers hans hendrik von bloom groot willem arend van wyk hunting expedition time reader find old acquaintances africa banks limpopo river young adventurers looking sport wild animals p |
| 4586 |
4560 |
5044 |
Tamburlaine the Great, Part 1 |
Christopher Marlowe |
Tragedy |
<i>Tamburlaine the Great</i> is the name of a play in two parts by Christopher Marlowe. It is loosely based on the life of the Central Asian emperor, Timur 'the lame'. Written in 1587 or 1588, the play is a milestone in Elizabethan public drama; it marks a turning away from the clumsy language and loose plotting of the earlier Tudor dramatists, and a new interest in fresh and vivid language, memorable action, and intellectual complexity. Along with Thomas Kyd's <i>The Spanish Tragedy</i>, it may be considered the first popular success of London's public stage.<br><br>Marlowe, generally considered the greatest of the University Wits, influenced playwrights well into the Jacobean period, and echoes of <i>Tamburlaine's</i> bombast and ambition can be found in English plays all the way to the Puritan closing of the theaters in 1642. While <i>Tamburlaine</i> is considered inferior to the great tragedies of the late-Elizabethan and early-Jacobean period, its significance in creating a stock of themes and, especially, in demonstrating the potential of blank verse in drama, are still acknowledged. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><b>CAST</b><br/><br/>Prologue, Dramatis Personae, GOVERNOR OF DAMASCUS: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>MYCETES, king of Persia; MAGNETES, Median lord; CAPOLIN, an Egyptian; A BASSO; ATTENDANT: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>COSROE, his brother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>MEANDER, Persian lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6246">David Richardson</a><br>THERIDAMAS, Persian lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>ORTYGIUS, Persian lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6003">sparks0314</a><br>CENEUS, Persian lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6019">DerekP</a><br>MENAPHON, Persian lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6005">Alan</a><br>TAMBURLAINE, a Scythian shepherd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>TECHELLES, follower of Tamburlaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>USUMCASANE, follower of Tamburlaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>BAJAZETH, emperor of the Turks: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br>KING OF FEZ; KING OF MOROCCO; SOLDAN OF EGYPT; AGYDAS, Median lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>KING OF ARGIER: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6214">Jafbado</a><br>KING OF ARABIA: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6264">Robert Scheid</a><br>PHILEMUS, a spy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6300">Sarah Crampton</a><br>ZENOCRATE, daughter to the Soldan of Egypt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>ANIPPE, her maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>ZABINA, wife to BAJAZETH: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>EBEA, her maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>FIRST VIRGIN, VIRGINS: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>SECOND VIRGIN, VIRGINS: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br><br/> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/tamburlaine-the-great-part-1-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
i tamburlaine great i name play two parts christopher marlowe loosely based life central asian emperor timur the lame written 1587 1588 play milestone elizabethan public drama marks turning away clumsy language loose plotting earlier tudor dramatists new interest fresh vivid language memorable action intellectual complexity along thomas kyd s i the spanish tragedy i may considered first popular success london s public stage br br marlowe generally considered greatest university wits influenced playwrights well jacobean period echoes i tamburlaine s i bombast ambition found english plays way puritan closing theaters 1642 i tamburlaine i considered inferior great tragedies late elizabethan early jacobean period significance creating stock themes and especially demonstrating potential blank verse drama still acknowledged summary wikipedia br br b cast b br br prologue dramatis personae governor damascus a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mycetes king persia magnetes median lord capolin egyptian basso attendant a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cosroe brother a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br meander persian lord a href http librivox org reader 6246 david richardson a br theridamas persian lord a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br ortygius persian lord a href http librivox org reader 6003 sparks0314 a br ceneus persian lord a href http librivox org reader 6019 derekp a br menaphon persian lord a href http librivox org reader 6005 alan a br tamburlaine scythian shepherd a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br techelles follower tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br usumcasane follower tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br bajazeth emperor turks a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br king fez king morocco soldan egypt agydas median lord a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br king argier a href http librivox org reader 6214 jafbado a br king arabia a href http librivox org reader 6264 robert scheid a br philemus spy a href http librivox org reader 6300 sarah crampton a br zenocrate daughter soldan egypt a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br anippe maid a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br zabina wife bajazeth a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br ebea maid a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br first virgin virgins a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br second virgin virgins a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br br |
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4561 |
5045 |
Tamburlaine the Great, Part 2 |
Christopher Marlowe |
Tragedy |
<i>Tamburlaine the Great</i> is the name of a play in two parts by Christopher Marlowe. It is loosely based on the life of the Central Asian emperor, Timur 'the lame'. Written in 1587 or 1588, the play is a milestone in Elizabethan public drama; it marks a turning away from the clumsy language and loose plotting of the earlier Tudor dramatists, and a new interest in fresh and vivid language, memorable action, and intellectual complexity. Along with Thomas Kyd's <i>The Spanish Tragedy</i>, it may be considered the first popular success of London's public stage.<br/><br/>\n\nIn Part 2, Tamburlaine grooms his sons to be conquerors in his wake as he continues to conquer his neighbouring kingdoms. One of his sons, Calyphas, preferring to stay by his mother's side and not risk death, incurs Tamburlaine's wrath. Seeing this son as a coward, Tamburlaine kills him in anger after a battle in which he refuses to fight. During this time, Bajazeth's son, Callapine, plans to avenge his father's death. Finally, while attacking an Islamic nation, he scornfully burns a copy of the Qur'an and claims to be greater than God. Suddenly, Tamburlaine is struck ill and dies, giving his power to his remaining sons, but still aspiring to greatness as he departs life. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><p>Click here for <a href="http://librivox.org/tamburlaine-the-great-part-1-by-christopher-marlowe/">Tamburlaine the Great, Part 1</a><br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>\n</p><p>Narrator; Concubine 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>Prologue; DP; GOVERNOR OF DAMASCUS; GOVERNOR OF BABYLON: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>TAMBURLAINE, king of Persia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>CALYPHAS, son of Tamburlaine: <a href="http://www.sarahsvoice.net/">Sarah Crampton</a><br>AMYRAS, son of Tamburlaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>CELEBINUS, son of Tamburlaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>THERIDAMAS, king of Argier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>TECHELLES, king of Fez: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>USUMCASANE, king of Morocco: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>ORCANES, king of Natolia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5506">Frank Booker</a><br>KING OF TREBIZON; URIBASSA: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6264">Robert Scheid</a><br>KING OF SORIA; KING OF AMASIA; GAZELLUS, viceroy of Byron; MAXIMUS; PIONERS; PERDICAS; First Physician; Soldiers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>KING OF JERUSALEM; SIGISMUND, King of Hungary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>FREDERICK, Lord of Buda and Bohemia; CAPTAIN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>BALDWIN, Lord of Buda and Bohemia; ALMEDA, his keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br>CALLAPINE, son to BAJAZETH, and prisoner to TAMBURLAINE: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>CAPTAIN’S SON; Concubine 2: <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Messenger; Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6287">Ailina</a><br>Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>ZENOCRATE, wife to TAMBURLAINE: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>OLYMPIA, wife to the CAPTAIN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5949">debolee</a><br>Concubine 1: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a></p>\n<p><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Algy Pug</p> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/tamburlaine-the-great-part-2-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
i tamburlaine great i name play two parts christopher marlowe loosely based life central asian emperor timur the lame written 1587 1588 play milestone elizabethan public drama marks turning away clumsy language loose plotting earlier tudor dramatists new interest fresh vivid language memorable action intellectual complexity along thomas kyd s i the spanish tragedy i may considered first popular success london s public stage br br part 2 tamburlaine grooms sons conquerors wake continues conquer neighbouring kingdoms one sons calyphas preferring stay mother s side risk death incurs tamburlaine s wrath seeing son coward tamburlaine kills anger battle refuses fight time bajazeth s son callapine plans avenge father s death finally attacking islamic nation scornfully burns copy qur an claims greater god suddenly tamburlaine struck ill dies giving power remaining sons still aspiring greatness departs life summary wikipedia br br p click a href http librivox org tamburlaine the great part 1 by christopher marlowe tamburlaine great part 1 a br br strong cast strong br p p narrator concubine 3 a href http librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br prologue dp governor damascus governor babylon a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br tamburlaine king persia a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br calyphas son tamburlaine a href http www sarahsvoice net sarah crampton a br amyras son tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br celebinus son tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br theridamas king argier a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br techelles king fez a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br usumcasane king morocco a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br orcanes king natolia a href http librivox org reader 5506 frank booker a br king trebizon uribassa a href http librivox org reader 6264 robert scheid a br king soria king amasia gazellus viceroy byron maximus pioners perdicas first physician soldiers a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br king jerusalem sigismund king hungary a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br frederick lord buda bohemia captain a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br baldwin lord buda bohemia almeda keeper a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br callapine son bajazeth prisoner tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br captain s son concubine 2 a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a br messenger citizen a href http librivox org reader 6287 ailina a br second citizen a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br zenocrate wife tamburlaine a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br olympia wife captain a href http librivox org reader 5949 debolee a br concubine 1 a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a p p strong audio edited by strong algy pug p |
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4562 |
5046 |
X Y Z - A Detective Story |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
"Sometimes in the course of his experience, a detective, while engaged in ferreting out the mystery of one crime, runs inadvertently upon the clue to another. But rarely has this been done in a manner more unexpected or with attendant circumstances of greater interest than in the instance I am now about to relate.<br /><br />For some time the penetration of certain Washington officials had been baffled by the clever devices of a gang of counterfeiters who had inundated the western portion of Massachusetts with spurious Treasury notes. Some of the best talent of the Secret Service had been expended upon the matter, but with no favorable result, when, one day, notice was received at Washington that a number of suspicious-looking letters, addressed to the simple initials, X. Y. Z., Brandon, Mass., were being daily forwarded through the mails of that region; and it being deemed possible that a clue had at last been offered to the mystery in hand, I was sent northward to investigate." (Excerpt from chapter 1)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/x-y-z-a-detective-story-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
sometimes course experience detective engaged ferreting mystery one crime runs inadvertently upon clue another rarely done manner unexpected attendant circumstances greater interest instance relate br br for time penetration certain washington officials baffled clever devices gang counterfeiters inundated western portion massachusetts spurious treasury notes best talent secret service expended upon matter favorable result when one day notice received washington number suspicious looking letters addressed simple initials x y z brandon mass daily forwarded mails region deemed possible clue last offered mystery hand sent northward investigate excerpt chapter 1 p |
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4563 |
5047 |
Hunger |
Knut Hamsun |
General Fiction |
Hunger (Norwegian: Sult) is a novel by the Norwegian author Knut Hamsun and was published in its final form in 1890. The novel has been hailed as the literary opening of the 20th century and an outstanding example of modern, psychology-driven literature. It hails the irrationality of the human mind in an intriguing and sometimes humorous novel. Written after Hamsun's return from an ill-fated tour of America, Hunger is loosely based on the author's own impoverished life before his breakthrough in 1890. Set in late 19th century Kristiania, the novel recounts the adventures of a starving young man whose sense of reality is giving way to a delusionary existence on the darker side of a modern metropolis. While he vainly tries to maintain an outer shell of respectability, his mental and physical decay are recounted in detail. His ordeal, enhanced by his inability or unwillingness to pursue a professional career, which he deems unfit for someone of his abilities, is pictured in a series of encounters which Hamsun himself described as 'a series of analyses.' In many ways, the protagonist of the novel displays traits reminiscent of Raskolnikov, whose creator, Fyodor Dostoevsky, was one of Hamsun's main influences. The influence of naturalist authors such as Emile Zola is apparent in the novel, as is his rejection of the realist tradition.(Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/hunger-by-knut-hamsun/ |
hunger norwegian sult novel norwegian author knut hamsun published final form 1890 novel hailed literary opening 20th century outstanding example modern psychology driven literature hails irrationality human mind intriguing sometimes humorous novel written hamsun s return ill fated tour america hunger loosely based author s impoverished life breakthrough 1890 set late 19th century kristiania novel recounts adventures starving young man whose sense reality giving way delusionary existence darker side modern metropolis vainly tries maintain outer shell respectability mental physical decay recounted detail ordeal enhanced inability unwillingness pursue professional career deems unfit someone abilities pictured series encounters hamsun described a series analyses many ways protagonist novel displays traits reminiscent raskolnikov whose creator fyodor dostoevsky one hamsun s main influences influence naturalist authors emile zola apparent novel rejection realist tradition introduction wikipedia p |
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4570 |
5055 |
Spirit of Laws (Volume 1) |
Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu |
Law, Political Science, Early Modern |
This audiobook covers Volume 1 (Books I to XIX) of "The Spirit of the Laws" (French: De "l'esprit des lois", also sometimes called "The Spirit of Laws"). Spirit of Laws is a treatise on political theory first published anonymously by Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu in 1748 with the help of Claudine Guérin de Tencin. Originally published anonymously partly because Montesquieu's works were subject to censorship, its influence outside of France was aided by its rapid translation into other languages. Montesquieu's political treatise had an enormous influence on the work of many others, most notably: Catherine the Great, who produced Nakaz (Instruction); the Founding Fathers of the United States Constitution; and Alexis de Tocqueville, who applied Montesquieu's methods to a study of American society, in Democracy in America.<BR><BR>In this political treatise Montesquieu pleaded in favor of a constitutional system of government and the separation of powers, the ending of slavery, the preservation of civil liberties and the law, and the idea that political institutions ought to reflect the social and geographical aspects of each community. (Introduction by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-laws-volume-1-by-montesquieu/ |
audiobook covers volume 1 books xix the spirit laws french de l esprit des lois also sometimes called the spirit laws spirit laws treatise political theory first published anonymously charles de secondat baron de montesquieu 1748 help claudine guérin de tencin originally published anonymously partly montesquieu s works subject censorship influence outside france aided rapid translation languages montesquieu s political treatise enormous influence work many others notably catherine great produced nakaz instruction founding fathers united states constitution alexis de tocqueville applied montesquieu s methods study american society democracy america br br in political treatise montesquieu pleaded favor constitutional system government separation powers ending slavery preservation civil liberties law idea political institutions ought reflect social geographical aspects community introduction wikipedia p |
| 4591 |
4564 |
5048 |
Waffen nieder! |
Bertha von Suttner |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Der Roman „Die Waffen nieder!“ ist das bekannteste Werk der österreichischen Autorin und Friedensaktivistin Bertha von Suttner. Das Buch erschien 1889. Bis zum Erscheinen des Romans „Im Westen nichts Neues“ von Erich Maria Remarque im Jahr 1929 galt „Die Waffen nieder!“ als das wichtigste Werk der Antikriegsliteratur. Die große Popularität des Buches resultiert zum Teil auch aus der Tatsache, dass neben der Frage von Krieg und Frieden auch die Stellung der Frauen in der Gesellschaft thematisiert wird. Bertha von Suttner wurde 1905 als erste Frau mit dem Friedensnobelpreis ausgezeichnet und war weltweit die berühmteste Frau ihrer Zeit.<br></br>\nDas Buch schildet aus der Ich-Perspektive das Leben der aus Wien stammenden Gräfin Martha Althaus im Kontext von vier Kriegen, dem Sardinischen Krieg von 1859 zwischen Österreich und Sardinien sowie Preußen, dem Preußisch-Dänischen Krieg von 1864, dem Krieg zwischen Österreich und Preußen im Jahr 1866, und dem Deutsch-Französischen Krieg von 1870.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Sonja)</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/die-waffen-nieder-by-bertha-von-suttner/ |
der roman die waffen nieder ist das bekannteste werk der österreichischen autorin und friedensaktivistin bertha von suttner das buch erschien 1889 bis zum erscheinen des romans im westen nichts neues von erich maria remarque im jahr 1929 galt die waffen nieder als das wichtigste werk der antikriegsliteratur die große popularität des buches resultiert zum teil auch aus der tatsache dass neben der frage von krieg und frieden auch die stellung der frauen der gesellschaft thematisiert wird bertha von suttner wurde 1905 als erste frau mit dem friedensnobelpreis ausgezeichnet und war weltweit die berühmteste frau ihrer zeit br br das buch schildet aus der ich perspektive das leben der aus wien stammenden gräfin martha althaus im kontext von vier kriegen dem sardinischen krieg von 1859 zwischen österreich und sardinien sowie preußen dem preußisch dänischen krieg von 1864 dem krieg zwischen österreich und preußen im jahr 1866 und dem deutsch französischen krieg von 1870 zusammenfassung von wikipedia und sonja p |
| 4592 |
4565 |
5049 |
Gambler |
Katherine Cecil Thurston |
Published 1900 onward |
<p>Clodagh, 18 years old, is the eldest daughter of Dennis Asshlin, an Irish gentleman who lives in an area of Ireland called Orristown. Dennis is passionate, proud and indebted to no one. But, Dennis has an obsession with gambling that is leading the family to ruin. When tragedy strikes, Clodagh finds herself in a situation where she must defend the family honor because “no Asshlin is ever obliged to anyone”. She marries a man she does not love who is many times her age and is thrust from adolescence to adulthood literally overnight. Clodagh travels to Europe and mingles with people of society and fashion which through her immaturity, she believes is her right. She finds instead uncertainty, despondency, and deceit. Her emotions are constantly in battle with reality as she discovers her society acquaintances are not the “friends” she believes them to be. During her visit to Europe, Clodagh discovers that she too is burdened with the Asshlin curse for gambling which eventually leads to more heartbreak. A chance encounter seems to change her life and she returns to Ireland, only once again to be thwarted by the Asshlin curse. A surprise and tense ending is in store for the listener. (Introduction by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-gambler-by-katherine-thurston/ |
p clodagh 18 years old eldest daughter dennis asshlin irish gentleman lives area ireland called orristown dennis passionate proud indebted one but dennis obsession gambling leading family ruin tragedy strikes clodagh finds situation must defend family honor no asshlin ever obliged anyone marries man love many times age thrust adolescence adulthood literally overnight clodagh travels europe mingles people society fashion immaturity believes right finds instead uncertainty despondency deceit emotions constantly battle reality discovers society acquaintances friends believes be visit europe clodagh discovers burdened asshlin curse gambling eventually leads heartbreak chance encounter seems change life returns ireland thwarted asshlin curse surprise tense ending store listener introduction tom weiss p |
| 4593 |
4566 |
5050 |
Johnny Reb and Billy Yank |
Alexander Hunter |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Johnny Reb & Billy Yank is an epic novel first published in 1905 by Alexander Hunter, a soldier who served in Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army from 1861 to 1865. The novel is noted for encapsulating most of the major events of the American Civil War, due to Hunter's obvious involvement in them. The "novel" is actually pulled from Hunter's own diaries during the war. He explains his reasons for publishing his accounts in the preface to the novel-</p>\n\n"There were thousands of soldiers on both sides during the Civil War, who, at the beginning, started to keep a diary of daily events, but those who kept a record from start to finish can be counted on the fingers of one hand. I was so fortunate as to save most of my notes made during the four years of conflict, and in 1865, having no fixed pursuit in life, I spent most of the time in arranging and writing up these incidents of camp life while fresh in my memory. I have given in these pages veracious account of the life of a soldier in Lee's army...."</p>\n\nThe novel is then divided into two parts, the first part chronicling Hunter's service in the infantry up until the Battle of Chancellorsville, and the second part depicting his service in the Cavalry until the end of the war. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/johnny-reb-and-billy-yank-by-alexander-hunter/ |
johnny reb billy yank epic novel first published 1905 alexander hunter soldier served confederate general robert e lee s army 1861 1865 novel noted encapsulating major events american civil war due hunter s obvious involvement them novel actually pulled hunter s diaries war explains reasons publishing accounts preface novel p there thousands soldiers sides civil war who beginning started keep diary daily events kept record start finish counted fingers one hand fortunate save notes made four years conflict 1865 fixed pursuit life spent time arranging writing incidents camp life fresh memory given pages veracious account life soldier lee s army p novel divided two parts first part chronicling hunter s service infantry battle chancellorsville second part depicting service cavalry end war introduction wikipedia p |
| 4594 |
4567 |
5052 |
Oh, Money! Money! |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Mr. Stanley Fulton is worth millions, but he has no one to leave his money to except some unknown distant cousins. In order to find out how they would handle a fortune, he decides to give each of them $100,000 dollars during his life, and go – incognito - to live in their midst! Who will prove worthy to inherit his millions and will his deception be discovered?</p>\n\nEleanor H. Porter was an early 20th century author of children’s literature and novels. Her most well known book was “Pollyanna” and it’s sequel, “Pollyanna Grows Up”. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/oh-money-money-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
mr stanley fulton worth millions one leave money except unknown distant cousins order find would handle fortune decides give 100 000 dollars life go incognito live midst prove worthy inherit millions deception discovered p eleanor h porter early 20th century author children s literature novels well known book pollyanna it s sequel pollyanna grows up summary maria therese p |
| 4595 |
4568 |
5053 |
Sport of the Gods |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
General Fiction |
The Sport of the Gods is a novel by Paul Laurence Dunbar, first published in 1902, centered around urban black life. \nForced to leave the South, a family falls apart amid the harsh realities of Northern inner city life in this 1902 examination of the forces that extinguish the dreams of African Americans. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-sport-of-the-gods-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
sport gods novel paul laurence dunbar first published 1902 centered around urban black life forced leave south family falls apart amid harsh realities northern inner city life 1902 examination forces extinguish dreams african americans summary wikipedia p |
| 4596 |
4569 |
5054 |
Coletânea de Leandro Gomes de Barros |
Leandro Gomes de Barros |
General Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Leandro Gomes de Barros é considerado por alguns como o primeiro escritor brasileiro de literatura de cordel, tendo escrito mais de 230 obras. No seu tempo, era cognominado O Primeiro sem Segundo, e ainda é considerado o maior poeta popular do Brasil em todos os tempos, autor de vários clássicos e campeão absoluto de vendas, com muitos folhetos que ultrapassam a casa dos milhões de exemplares vendidos. Compôs obras-primas que eram utilizadas em obras de outros grandes autores: Ariano Suassuna, por exemplo, utilizou a história do cavalo que estercava dinheiro no seu Auto da Compadecida. Depois de fundar uma pequena gráfica, em 1906, seus folhetos se espalham pelo Nordeste, sendo considerado por Câmara Cascudo o mais lido dos escritores populares. Já segundo Carlos Drummond de Andrade foi, "no julgamento do povo, rei da poesia do sertão e do Brasil em estado puro." Nesta coletânea, apresentaremos três livros de Barros: Uma Viagem ao Céu; A História do Boi Misterioso; e A Historia dos Cachorros dos Mortos.(Introdução por Miramontes)</p> |
Portuguese |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/coletanea-de-leandro-gomes-de-barros-by-leandro-gomes-de-barros/ |
leandro gomes de barros é considerado por alguns como primeiro escritor brasileiro de literatura de cordel tendo escrito mais de 230 obras seu tempo era cognominado primeiro sem segundo e ainda é considerado maior poeta popular brasil em todos os tempos autor de vários clássicos e campeão absoluto de vendas com muitos folhetos que ultrapassam casa dos milhões de exemplares vendidos compôs obras primas que eram utilizadas em obras de outros grandes autores ariano suassuna por exemplo utilizou história cavalo que estercava dinheiro seu auto da compadecida depois de fundar uma pequena gráfica em 1906 seus folhetos se espalham pelo nordeste sendo considerado por câmara cascudo mais lido dos escritores populares já segundo carlos drummond de andrade foi no julgamento povo rei da poesia sertão e brasil em estado puro nesta coletânea apresentaremos três livros de barros uma viagem ao céu história boi misterioso e historia dos cachorros dos mortos introdução por miramontes p |
| 4597 |
4616 |
5102 |
Mann im Nebel |
Gustav Falke |
General Fiction |
Es wird die Geschichte von Randers erzählt, der versucht seine Rolle im Leben zu finden und der auf der Suche nach einem Platz ist, wo er sich zuhause fühlen kann. Dabei steht er sich aber oft selbst im Wege, da er damit zu kämpfen hat, über bloße Träumereien hinauszukommen und diese endlich auch einmal zu verwirklichen. (Zusammenfassung von Jessi)</p> |
German |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/der-mann-im-nebel-by-gustav-falke/ |
es wird die geschichte von randers erzählt der versucht seine rolle im leben zu finden und der auf der suche nach einem platz ist wo er sich zuhause fühlen kann dabei steht er sich aber oft selbst im wege da er damit zu kämpfen hat über bloße träumereien hinauszukommen und diese endlich auch einmal zu verwirklichen zusammenfassung von jessi p |
| 4598 |
4571 |
5056 |
History of the United States, Vol. VII |
Charles Austin Beard |
History |
<p>Charles Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement.<br><br>In 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their textbook: History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: The authors… assume enough maturity in…students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well...The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best.<br><br>The book is divided into 7 parts: THE COLONIAL PERIOD, CONFLICT AND INDEPENDENCE, FOUNDATIONS OF THE UNION AND NATIONAL POLITICS, THE WEST AND JACKSONIAN DEMOCRACY, SECTIONAL CONFLICT AND RECONSTRUCTION, NATIONAL GROWTH AND WORLD POLITICS, AND PROGRESSIVE DEMOCRACY AND THE WORLD WAR. (Summary by TTM)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-united-states-vol-vii-progressive-democracy-and-the-world-war/ |
p charles beard influential american historian early 20th century published hundreds monographs textbooks interpretive studies history political science graduated depauw university 1898 met eventually married mary ritter beard one founders first greek letter society women kappa alpha theta many books written collaboration wife whose interests lay feminism labor union movement br br in 1921 charles mary beard published textbook history united states contemporaneous review stated authors assume enough maturity in students justify topical rather chronological treatment dealt movements sketched large backgrounds traced causes discussed interrelation social economic forces politics directed large purpose helping student understand american today national characteristics part world civilization well the literary style exceptionally clear crisp whole approach is thought producing textbook handbook average citizen ranks best br br the book divided 7 parts colonial period conflict independence foundations union national politics west jacksonian democracy sectional conflict reconstruction national growth world politics progressive democracy world war summary ttm p |
| 4599 |
4572 |
5057 |
Cottager to Her Infant |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Romance, *Non-fiction |
<p>Wordsworth was a defining member of the English Romantic Movement. Like other Romantics, Wordsworth’s personality and poetry were deeply influenced by his love of nature, especially by the sights and scenes of the Lake Country, in which he spent most of his mature life. A profoundly earnest and sincere thinker, he displayed a high seriousness tempered with tenderness and a love of simplicity. (summary from Bartleby.com)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-cottager-to-her-infant-by-william-wordsworth/ |
p wordsworth defining member english romantic movement like romantics wordsworth s personality poetry deeply influenced love nature especially sights scenes lake country spent mature life profoundly earnest sincere thinker displayed high seriousness tempered tenderness love simplicity summary bartleby com p |
| 4600 |
4573 |
5058 |
Child's Book of American Biography |
Mary Stoyell Stimpson |
General, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>In every country there have been certain men and women whose busy lives have made the world better or wiser. The names of such are heard so often that every child should know a few facts about them. It is hoped the very short stories told here may make boys and girls eager to learn more about these famous people. (from the Forward of the text)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-childs-book-of-american-biography-by-mary-stoyell-stimpson/ |
p in every country certain men women whose busy lives made world better wiser names heard often every child know facts them hoped short stories told may make boys girls eager learn famous people from forward text p |
| 4601 |
4574 |
5059 |
J.S. Bach, Volume 1 |
Albert Schweitzer |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Music |
An analysis of Johann Sebastian Bach's life and musical compositions, and of the artistic, philosophical, and religious world in which he acted. (Introduction by Kathleen Norland)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/js-bach-volume-1-by-albert-schweitzer/ |
analysis johann sebastian bach s life musical compositions artistic philosophical religious world acted introduction kathleen norland p |
| 4602 |
4575 |
5060 |
Spiegel, das Kätzchen |
Gottfried Keller |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Spiegel, das Kätzchen (Untertitel: Ein Märchen) ist eine Novelle des Schweizer Dichters Gottfried Keller. Sie bildet den Schluss des ersten Bandes der 1856 erschienenen Novellensammlung Die Leute von Seldwyla. Der Kater Spiegel schließt, um nicht zu verhungern, mit dem Seldwyler Stadthexenmeister Pineiß einen schlimmen Vertrag: Pineiß, der zu seiner Hexerei den Schmer (das Fett) von Katzen braucht, verpflichtet sich, Spiegel herauszufüttern. Als Gegenleistung muss Spiegel sich schlachten lassen, sobald er fett genug ist. Aber der kluge Kater windet sich heraus, und am Ende ist Pineiß der Angeschmierte: Spiegel vermittelt ihm eine schöne junge Ehefrau mit reicher Mitgift, die sich aber in der Hochzeitsnacht als scheußliche alte Hexe entpuppt; woher, laut Erzähler, das Sprichwort stammen soll: „er hat der Katze den Schmer abgekauft“, wenn jemand einen schlechten Handel gemacht hat. – Vordergründig geht es in der Novelle um die Erklärung der Herkunft eines Sprichwortes. Tatsächlich hat Keller hierin wohl seinem Verleger einen Streich gespielt, denn wie der ausgehungerte Kater dem Hexenmeister sein Leben, so verkaufte der bettelarme Autor dem Verleger seine Lebensgeschichte, den autobiographischen Roman Der grüne Heinrich, noch bevor er ihn geschrieben hatte.<br></br>Die Novelle gehört zu den bekanntesten Erzählungen Kellers, ist in vielen, oft illustrierten Einzelausgaben verbreitet und wurde musikalisch und literarisch mehrfach adaptiert. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/spiegel-das-katzchen-by-gottfried-keller/ |
p spiegel das kätzchen untertitel ein märchen ist eine novelle des schweizer dichters gottfried keller sie bildet den schluss des ersten bandes der 1856 erschienenen novellensammlung die leute von seldwyla der kater spiegel schließt um nicht zu verhungern mit dem seldwyler stadthexenmeister pineiß einen schlimmen vertrag pineiß der zu seiner hexerei den schmer das fett von katzen braucht verpflichtet sich spiegel herauszufüttern als gegenleistung muss spiegel sich schlachten lassen sobald er fett genug ist aber der kluge kater windet sich heraus und ende ist pineiß der angeschmierte spiegel vermittelt ihm eine schöne junge ehefrau mit reicher mitgift die sich aber der hochzeitsnacht als scheußliche alte hexe entpuppt woher laut erzähler das sprichwort stammen soll er hat der katze den schmer abgekauft wenn jemand einen schlechten handel gemacht hat vordergründig geht es der novelle um die erklärung der herkunft eines sprichwortes tatsächlich hat keller hierin wohl seinem verleger einen streich gespielt denn wie der ausgehungerte kater dem hexenmeister sein leben verkaufte der bettelarme autor dem verleger seine lebensgeschichte den autobiographischen roman der grüne heinrich noch bevor er ihn geschrieben hatte br br die novelle gehört zu den bekanntesten erzählungen kellers ist vielen oft illustrierten einzelausgaben verbreitet und wurde musikalisch und literarisch mehrfach adaptiert zusammenfassung von wikipedia und karlsson p |
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4576 |
5061 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 2 |
Agnes Strickland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<p>The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elizabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.</p>\n\nVolume 2 includes the biographies of Berengaria of Navarre, Isabella of Angouleme, Eleanor of Provence, Eleanora of Castille, Margarite of France, Isabella of France, Philippa of Hainault, and Anne of Bohemia.\n\n(Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-2-by-agnes-strickland-elisabeth-strickland/ |
p the lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elizabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before p volume 2 includes biographies berengaria navarre isabella angouleme eleanor provence eleanora castille margarite france isabella france philippa hainault anne bohemia introduction ann boulais p |
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4583 |
5068 |
Early Rising |
John Godfrey Saxe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Early Rising by John Godfrey Saxe. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 31, 2010.<br><br>The words "dutiful" and "pious" never applied to the aspiring satirist. Bored by his legal work, Saxe began publishing poems for The Knickerbocker, of which "The Rhyme of the Rail" is his most famous early work. He soon caught the attention of the prominent Boston publishing house, Ticknor and Fields. Though he received no royalties for his first volume, it ran to ten reprintings and eventually outsold works by Hawthorne and Tennyson.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/early-rising-by-john-godfrey-saxe/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings early rising john godfrey saxe fortnightly poetry project december 31 2010 br br the words dutiful pious never applied aspiring satirist bored legal work saxe began publishing poems knickerbocker the rhyme rail famous early work soon caught attention prominent boston publishing house ticknor fields though received royalties first volume ran ten reprintings eventually outsold works hawthorne tennyson p |
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4577 |
5062 |
Public Domain Hymns 01 |
Various |
Music, Christianity - Other |
"Originally modeled on the Psalms and other poetic passages (commonly referred to as "canticles") in the Scriptures, Christian hymns are generally directed as praise and worship to the monotheistic God. Many refer to Jesus Christ either directly or indirectly. Since the earliest times, Christians have sung "psalms and hymns and spiritual songs", both in private devotions and in corporate worship (Matthew 26:30; 1 Cor 14:26; Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16; James 5:13; cf. Revelation 5:8-10; Revelation 14:1-5). One definition of a hymn is "...a lyric poem, reverently and devotionally conceived, which is designed to be sung and which expresses the worshipper's attitude toward God or God's purposes in human life. It should be simple and metrical in form, genuinely emotional, poetic and literary in style, spiritual in quality, and in its ideas so direct and so immediately apparent as to unify a congregation while singing it." <br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/public-domain-hymns-01-by-various/ |
originally modeled psalms poetic passages commonly referred canticles scriptures christian hymns generally directed praise worship monotheistic god many refer jesus christ either directly indirectly since earliest times christians sung psalms hymns spiritual songs private devotions corporate worship matthew 26 30 1 cor 14 26 ephesians 5 19 colossians 3 16 james 5 13 cf revelation 5 8 10 revelation 14 1 5 one definition hymn a lyric poem reverently devotionally conceived designed sung expresses worshipper s attitude toward god god s purposes human life simple metrical form genuinely emotional poetic literary style spiritual quality ideas direct immediately apparent unify congregation singing it br summary wikipedia p |
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4578 |
5063 |
Young Crusoe, or The Shipwrecked Boy |
Barbara Hofland |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Young Crusoe, or The Shipwrecked Boy (1829) Novel. At the novel's opening, Charles Crusoe, thirteen years of age, asks his mother if he is related to the famous Robinson Crusoe, and is told that he is not. His future adventures, however, strongly resemble those of the earlier Crusoe. (Summary by Gutenberg Canada)</p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-crusoe-or-the-shipwrecked-boy-by-barbara-hofland/ |
young crusoe shipwrecked boy 1829 novel novel s opening charles crusoe thirteen years age asks mother related famous robinson crusoe told not future adventures however strongly resemble earlier crusoe summary gutenberg canada p |
| 4607 |
4579 |
5064 |
Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>This book is an early collection of ten well-known fairy tales. It is thought to have begun the genre of fairy tales.(Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-tales-of-charles-perrault-by-charles-perrault/ |
p this book early collection ten well known fairy tales thought begun genre fairy tales summary a l gramour p |
| 4608 |
4580 |
5065 |
Ottawa Folk Festival Robert Service Collection |
Robert W. Service |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Poetry |
On August 13-15, 2010, A hearty band of Librivox volunteers, led by Bob Ledrew and Sean McGaughey, recorded selections from the Spell of the Yukon by Robert Service with patrons, musicians and organizers of the festival. We chose Robert Service because he is an iconic Canadian poet. It was our intention to record the whole volume, but the festival was disrupted by torrential rains on its final day. For more information on the Ottawa Folk Festival, check out <a href="http://www.ottawafolk.org/">http://www.ottawafolk.org/</a>. Sean McGaughey also prepared a behind the scenes podcast of this project at <a href="http://www.ductapeguy.net/2010/12/for-the-sake-of-the-song-live-from-the-ottawa-folk-festival/">http://www.ductapeguy.net/2010/12/for-the-sake-of-the-song-live-from-the-ottawa-folk-festival/</a> (Summary by Sean McGaughey)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ottawa-folk-festival-robert-service-collection/ |
august 13 15 2010 hearty band librivox volunteers led bob ledrew sean mcgaughey recorded selections spell yukon robert service patrons musicians organizers festival chose robert service iconic canadian poet intention record whole volume festival disrupted torrential rains final day information ottawa folk festival check a href http www ottawafolk org http www ottawafolk org a sean mcgaughey also prepared behind scenes podcast project a href http www ductapeguy net 2010 12 for the sake of the song live from the ottawa folk festival http www ductapeguy net 2010 12 for the sake of the song live from the ottawa folk festival a summary sean mcgaughey p |
| 4609 |
4581 |
5066 |
Basil |
Wilkie Collins |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Basil, son of a father who values the family pedigree and who would not let him marry below his station, falls in love at first sight with a girl he sees on a bus. He stalks her and discovers she is Margaret Sherwin, only daughter of a linen draper. He stalks her and persuades her father to let him marry her secretly. He agrees on the condition, that, as his daughter is only seventeen, they live apart for the first year. At first the secret works, but then the mysterious Mannion, whose emotions cannot be read in his face, returns from abroad. On the last night of the year Basil follows Margaret and Mannion and discovers them in flagrante delicto. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/basil-by-wilkie-collins/ |
p basil son father values family pedigree would let marry station falls love first sight girl sees bus stalks discovers margaret sherwin daughter linen draper stalks persuades father let marry secretly agrees condition that daughter seventeen live apart first year first secret works mysterious mannion whose emotions cannot read face returns abroad last night year basil follows margaret mannion discovers flagrante delicto wikipedia p |
| 4610 |
4582 |
5067 |
Journal of Submarine Commander Von Forstner |
George-Günther von Forstner |
Memoirs |
<p>The Journal of Submarine Commander Von Forstner is a graphic account of WWI submarine warfare. Forstner was the commander of German U-boat U-28. His journal, first published 1916, gives a gritty picture of daily life inside a submarine and details several torpedo attacks on Allied shipping. The 1917 translation of Forstner’s journal into English was unquestionably intended to bolster the Allied war effort. In the foreword, the translator states: “Nothing at the present day has aroused such fear as this invisible enemy, nor has anything outraged the civilized world like the tragedies caused by the German submarines.”</p>\n\nThis audio read of Forstner’s journal was prompted by a tour of a captured WWII German U-505 submarine, which is a prime draw at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry. The sub’s interior is not for claustrophobics--a hunkered maze of pipes and valves, banks of engines and batteries that leave very little room for humans. Particularly arresting are the sleeping quarters--bunks cozy’d up with the 15 foot long torpedoes.</p>\n\n(Introduction by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-journal-of-submarine-commander-von-forstner-by-george-gunther-freiherr-von-forstner/ |
p the journal submarine commander von forstner graphic account wwi submarine warfare forstner commander german u boat u 28 journal first published 1916 gives gritty picture daily life inside submarine details several torpedo attacks allied shipping 1917 translation forstner s journal english unquestionably intended bolster allied war effort foreword translator states nothing present day aroused fear invisible enemy anything outraged civilized world like tragedies caused german submarines p audio read forstner s journal prompted tour captured wwii german u 505 submarine prime draw chicago s museum science industry sub s interior claustrophobics a hunkered maze pipes valves banks engines batteries leave little room humans particularly arresting sleeping quarters bunks cozy d 15 foot long torpedoes p introduction sue anderson p |
| 4611 |
4584 |
5069 |
Short Poetry Collection 094 |
Various |
Poetry, Literary Collections |
<p>This is a collection of poems recorded by LibriVox volunteers for the month of January 2011.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-094/ |
p this collection poems recorded librivox volunteers month january 2011 p |
| 4612 |
4639 |
5127 |
Bible (KJV) 13: 1 Chronicles |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Written to aid those returning to Israel after the exile to understand how to worship God. 1 Chronicles covers the ascent and reign of King David. (Summary of Joy Chan)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/1-chronicles-by-king-james-version/ |
written aid returning israel exile understand worship god 1 chronicles covers ascent reign king david summary joy chan p |
| 4613 |
4585 |
5070 |
Juffrouw Lirriper's Legaat |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<P>De kerstverhalen van Charles Dickens uit het jaar 1864. Hoofdstuk 1 en 7 vormen een doorlopend verhaal dat het vervolg is van hoofdstuk 1 en 7 van het boek <a href="http://librivox.org/juffrouw-lirriper-en-haar-commensalen-by-charles-dickens/">Juffrouw Lirriper en haar commensalen</a>. De andere hoofdstukken zijn aparte korte verhalen. (Inleiding door Marcel Coenders)</P> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/juffrouw-lirripers-legaat-by-charles-dickens/ |
p de kerstverhalen van charles dickens uit het jaar 1864 hoofdstuk 1 en 7 vormen een doorlopend verhaal dat het vervolg van hoofdstuk 1 en 7 van het boek a href http librivox org juffrouw lirriper en haar commensalen by charles dickens juffrouw lirriper en haar commensalen a de andere hoofdstukken zijn aparte korte verhalen inleiding door marcel coenders p |
| 4614 |
4586 |
5071 |
Dialogo delle lingue |
Sperone Speroni |
Writing & Linguistics, Medieval |
<P>Pubblicato nel 1542, questo dialogo espone le teorie sulla lingua italiana che, già dal secolo precedente, presero forma, cercando di trasformare il volgare italiano, ancora instabile grammaticalmente, in una vera e propria lingua regolata da norme. I protagonisti del dialogo sono: Bembo (Pietro Bembo), sostenitore del volgare colto e che prende come modelli il Decameron del Boccaccio e il Canzoniere del Petrarca; Lazaro (Lazzaro Bonamico), cultore del latino e spregiatore dell'uso colto del volgare; un Cortegiano, portavoce della teoria di Baldassarre Castiglione, che propone di aprire il volgare di base toscana alle influenze di altre regioni e lingue; uno Scolare che riporta un dialogo tra Lascari (Giano Lascaris), professore di greco, sostenitore dell'indissolubilità tra concetto e parola, e Peretto (Pietro Pomponazzi - detto Peretto per la bassa statura), filosofo aristotelico, che auspica l'utilizzo del dialetto nell'esercizio dell'attività speculativa, per non perdere tempo inutile nello studio delle parole a scapito delle "cose".(Summary by Riccardo Fasol)</P> |
Italian |
1542 |
https://librivox.org/dialogo-delle-lingue-by-sperone-speroni/ |
p pubblicato nel 1542 questo dialogo espone le teorie sulla lingua italiana che già dal secolo precedente presero forma cercando di trasformare il volgare italiano ancora instabile grammaticalmente una vera e propria lingua regolata da norme protagonisti del dialogo sono bembo pietro bembo sostenitore del volgare colto e che prende come modelli il decameron del boccaccio e il canzoniere del petrarca lazaro lazzaro bonamico cultore del latino e spregiatore dell uso colto del volgare un cortegiano portavoce della teoria di baldassarre castiglione che propone di aprire il volgare di base toscana alle influenze di altre regioni e lingue uno scolare che riporta un dialogo tra lascari giano lascaris professore di greco sostenitore dell indissolubilità tra concetto e parola e peretto pietro pomponazzi detto peretto per la bassa statura filosofo aristotelico che auspica l utilizzo del dialetto nell esercizio dell attività speculativa per non perdere tempo inutile nello studio delle parole scapito delle cose summary riccardo fasol p |
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4587 |
5072 |
Selection of Poems by Sir Walter Raleigh |
Sir Walter Raleigh |
Poetry |
Sir Walter Raleigh (c. 1552 – 29 October 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, spy, and explorer. He is also well known for popularising tobacco in England.<br /><br />Raleigh's poetry is written in the relatively straightforward, unornamented mode known as the plain style. C. S. Lewis considered Raleigh one of the era's "silver poets", a group of writers who resisted the Italian Renaissance influence of dense classical reference and elaborate poetic devices.<br /><br />In poems such as "What is Our Life" and "The Lie", Raleigh expresses a contemptus mundi (contempt of the world) attitude more characteristic of the Middle Ages than of the dawning era of humanistic optimism. But, his lesser-known long poem "The Ocean to Cynthia" combines this vein with the more elaborate conceits associated with his contemporaries Edmund Spenser and John Donne, expressing a melancholy sense of history.<br /><br />A minor poem of Raleigh's captures the atmosphere of the court at the time of Queen Elizabeth I. His response to Christopher Marlowe's "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love" was "The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd". "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love" was written in 1592, while Raleigh's "The Nymph's Reply to The Shepherd" was written four years later. Both were written in the style of traditional pastoral poetry. They follow the same structure of six four-line stanzas employing a rhyme scheme of AABB. (Introduction by Wikipedia)\nSir Walter Raleigh (c. 1552 – 29 October 1618) was an English aristocrat, writer, poet, soldier, courtier, spy, and explorer. He is also well known for popularising tobacco in England.<br /><br />Raleigh's poetry is written in the relatively straightforward, unornamented mode known as the plain style. C. S. Lewis considered Raleigh one of the era's "silver poets", a group of writers who resisted the Italian Renaissance influence of dense classical reference and elaborate poetic devices.<br /><br />In poems such as "What is Our Life" and "The Lie", Raleigh expresses a contemptus mundi (contempt of the world) attitude more characteristic of the Middle Ages than of the dawning era of humanistic optimism. But, his lesser-known long poem "The Ocean to Cynthia" combines this vein with the more elaborate conceits associated with his contemporaries Edmund Spenser and John Donne, expressing a melancholy sense of history.<br /><br />A minor poem of Raleigh's captures the atmosphere of the court at the time of Queen Elizabeth I. His response to Christopher Marlowe's "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love" was "The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd". "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love" was written in 1592, while Raleigh's "The Nymph's Reply to The Shepherd" was written four years later. Both were written in the style of traditional pastoral poetry. They follow the same structure of six four-line stanzas employing a rhyme scheme of AABB. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><b>Poems in this collection:</b><br />\n<ul><li> Epitaph\n<li> The Nymph’s Reply to the Shepherd The Lie\n<li> The Passionate Man’s Pilgrimage\n<li> Life\n<li> A Farewell to False Love\n<li> Praised be Diana’s Fair and Harmless Light\n<li> Farewell to the Court\n<li> To her Love when He had obtained Her\n<li> Nature that Washed Her Hands in Milk\n<li> A Vision upon this Conceit of the Fairy Queen\n<li> On the Cards and Dice\n<li> The Silent Lover\n<li> As You Came from the Holy Land\n<li> The Excuse\n<li> A Description of Love\n<li> An Epitaph Upon the Right Honorable Sir Philip Sidney, Knight, Lord Governor of Flushing\n<li> Another of the Same (the Faerie Queene)\n<li> The Ocean to Cynthia (fragment)\n<li> A Farewell to the Vanities of the World</ul> |
English |
1653 |
https://librivox.org/a-selection-of-poems-by-sir-walter-raleigh-by-sir-walter-raleigh/ |
sir walter raleigh c 1552 29 october 1618 english aristocrat writer poet soldier courtier spy explorer also well known popularising tobacco england br br raleigh s poetry written relatively straightforward unornamented mode known plain style c s lewis considered raleigh one era s silver poets group writers resisted italian renaissance influence dense classical reference elaborate poetic devices br br in poems what life the lie raleigh expresses contemptus mundi contempt world attitude characteristic middle ages dawning era humanistic optimism but lesser known long poem the ocean cynthia combines vein elaborate conceits associated contemporaries edmund spenser john donne expressing melancholy sense history br br a minor poem raleigh s captures atmosphere court time queen elizabeth i response christopher marlowe s the passionate shepherd love the nymph s reply shepherd the passionate shepherd love written 1592 raleigh s the nymph s reply shepherd written four years later written style traditional pastoral poetry follow structure six four line stanzas employing rhyme scheme aabb introduction wikipedia sir walter raleigh c 1552 29 october 1618 english aristocrat writer poet soldier courtier spy explorer also well known popularising tobacco england br br raleigh s poetry written relatively straightforward unornamented mode known plain style c s lewis considered raleigh one era s silver poets group writers resisted italian renaissance influence dense classical reference elaborate poetic devices br br in poems what life the lie raleigh expresses contemptus mundi contempt world attitude characteristic middle ages dawning era humanistic optimism but lesser known long poem the ocean cynthia combines vein elaborate conceits associated contemporaries edmund spenser john donne expressing melancholy sense history br br a minor poem raleigh s captures atmosphere court time queen elizabeth i response christopher marlowe s the passionate shepherd love the nymph s reply shepherd the passionate shepherd love written 1592 raleigh s the nymph s reply shepherd written four years later written style traditional pastoral poetry follow structure six four line stanzas employing rhyme scheme aabb introduction wikipedia br br b poems collection b br ul li epitaph li nymph s reply shepherd lie li passionate man s pilgrimage li life li farewell false love li praised diana s fair harmless light li farewell court li love obtained li nature washed hands milk li vision upon conceit fairy queen li cards dice li silent lover li came holy land li excuse li description love li epitaph upon right honorable sir philip sidney knight lord governor flushing li another the faerie queene li ocean cynthia fragment li farewell vanities world ul |
| 4616 |
4588 |
5073 |
Happy Prince and Other Tales (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>The Happy Prince and Other Tales (also sometimes called The Happy Prince and Other Stories) is an 1888 collection of stories for children by Oscar Wilde. It is most famous for The Happy Prince, the short tale of a metal statue who befriends a migratory bird. Together, they bring happiness to others, in life as well as in death.</p>\n<p>The stories included in this collection are:<br>\n<i>The Happy Prince<br>\nThe Nightingale and the Rose<br>\nThe Selfish Giant<br>\nThe Devoted Friend<br>\nThe Remarkable Rocket</i><br></p>\n<p>The stories convey an appreciation for the exotic, the sensual and for masculine beauty. (summary from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-prince-and-other-tales-version-2-by-oscar-wilde/ |
p the happy prince tales also sometimes called happy prince stories 1888 collection stories children oscar wilde famous happy prince short tale metal statue befriends migratory bird together bring happiness others life well death p p the stories included collection are br i the happy prince br nightingale rose br selfish giant br devoted friend br remarkable rocket i br p p the stories convey appreciation exotic sensual masculine beauty summary wikipedia p |
| 4617 |
4589 |
5074 |
Vicar of Bullhampton |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction, Romance |
<p>This little-known but engrossing Trollope novel, published in 1870, centers on a feisty small-town clergyman, his cantankerous neighbor, the miller, and the women in both their lives. A murder, a trial, a feud, a fallen woman, and a complicated romance are woven together in an exploration of the limits of our ability to truly do right when we involve ourselves in the lives of others, even with the best intentions. (Introduction by Angela Rowland) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicar-of-bullhampton-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p this little known engrossing trollope novel published 1870 centers feisty small town clergyman cantankerous neighbor miller women lives murder trial feud fallen woman complicated romance woven together exploration limits ability truly right involve lives others even best intentions introduction angela rowland p |
| 4618 |
4590 |
5075 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 030 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />"Die Blumen der kleinen Ida" übersetzt von Paul Arndt<br><br />\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-030-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br die blumen der kleinen ida übersetzt von paul arndt br br |
| 4619 |
4591 |
5076 |
Garden Behind the Moon: A Real Story of the Moon Angel |
Howard Pyle |
Children's Fiction |
<p>David goes on a journey to the moon-garden where everything is beautiful and where he also meets Phyllis who is not like the other children in the garden. While he is allowed to play in this beautiful place for awhile, he at last finds out that he has been brought there to reveal his true mission, which is to find the Wonder-Box and the Know-All Book that is hidden in the Iron Castle and bring them back to earth. In order to find the Iron Castle, he must first find and tame the Black Winged Horse. Will he be able to succeed at the task given him? (Summary by Laura Victoria)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-behind-the-moon-a-real-story-of-the-moon-angel-by-howard-pyle/ |
p david goes journey moon garden everything beautiful also meets phyllis like children garden allowed play beautiful place awhile last finds brought reveal true mission find wonder box know all book hidden iron castle bring back earth order find iron castle must first find tame black winged horse able succeed task given him summary laura victoria p |
| 4620 |
4592 |
5077 |
Midnight Passenger |
Richard Henry Savage |
Detective Fiction |
Randall Clayton was surrounded by enemies. His father’s business partner had looked after him in the years since his father’s death. But Hugh Worthington’s motives were not altruistic – he had a secret to hide and a scheme to bring to fruition that would make him millions at Clayton’s expense. Clayton’s roommate, Arthur Ferris, had his own schemes, including stealing the affections of Worthington’s daughter away from Clayton. Clayton worked for a pittance in New York, where he was watched day and night by Worthington’s spies, and by the ruthless Fritz Braun, who plotted to rob Clayton of the large deposit that he daily carried for his employer. It seemed that Jack Witherspoon was his only friend, the only one he could trust. But Jack was sailing for Europe and neither man fully comprehended the danger that was closing in on Randall. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-midnight-passenger-by-richard-henry-savage/ |
randall clayton surrounded enemies father s business partner looked years since father s death hugh worthington s motives altruistic secret hide scheme bring fruition would make millions clayton s expense clayton s roommate arthur ferris schemes including stealing affections worthington s daughter away clayton clayton worked pittance new york watched day night worthington s spies ruthless fritz braun plotted rob clayton large deposit daily carried employer seemed jack witherspoon friend one could trust jack sailing europe neither man fully comprehended danger closing randall summary maryann p |
| 4621 |
4593 |
5078 |
Port of Missing Men |
Meredith Nicholson |
Detective Fiction, Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Shirley Claiborne is fascinated by the tall handsome man named John Armitage who seemed to follow her and her brother, Captain Claiborne, as they traveled around Europe. Count von Stroebel had urged Armitage to do something for Austria. Now von Stroebel was dead – cut down by an assassin’s bullet – and Jules Chauvenet is one step closer to seeing the corrupt and worthless Francis ascend to the throne. When Shirley and Captain Claiborne sail for their home in Washington D.C., Armitage follows them. Monsieur Chauvenet also follows, but is he following Shirley or the mysterious John Armitage? And just who is John Armitage? (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-port-of-missing-men-by-meredith-nicholson/ |
shirley claiborne fascinated tall handsome man named john armitage seemed follow brother captain claiborne traveled around europe count von stroebel urged armitage something austria von stroebel dead cut assassin s bullet jules chauvenet one step closer seeing corrupt worthless francis ascend throne shirley captain claiborne sail home washington d c armitage follows them monsieur chauvenet also follows following shirley mysterious john armitage john armitage introduction maryann p |
| 4622 |
4594 |
5079 |
Leyendas |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer, aparte de su importante obra lírica, escribió narraciones del género leyenda, muchas de ellas pertenecientes al género del relato gótico o de terror, otras, auténticos esbozos de poesía en prosa, y otras, narraciones de aventuras. Se pueden distinguir en ellas siete temas principales: oriental y exótico; la muerte y la vida de ultratumba; el embrujamiento y la hechicería; el tema religioso; las inspiradas en el Romancero; las de tendencia animista. (Resumen de Wikipedia)<p> |
Spanish |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/leyendas-by-gustavo-adolfo-becquer/ |
gustavo adolfo bécquer aparte de su importante obra lírica escribió narraciones del género leyenda muchas de ellas pertenecientes al género del relato gótico de terror otras auténticos esbozos de poesía en prosa otras narraciones de aventuras se pueden distinguir en ellas siete temas principales oriental exótico la muerte la vida de ultratumba el embrujamiento la hechicería el tema religioso las inspiradas en el romancero las de tendencia animista resumen de wikipedia p |
| 4623 |
4595 |
5080 |
Madam How and Lady Why |
Charles Kingsley |
Science, Earth Sciences |
Did you ever wish you knew how to explain natural phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanoes to your children? Search no more, this book has all the answers (at least all the ones that were known in 1869) and gives them in a pedagogical way. Listed on the Ambleside homeschooling list. (Summary by Nadine) <p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/madam-how-and-lady-why-by-charles-kingsley/ |
ever wish knew explain natural phenomena earthquakes volcanoes children search more book answers at least ones known 1869 gives pedagogical way listed ambleside homeschooling list summary nadine p |
| 4624 |
4596 |
5081 |
Vom Gyps und vom Stucco |
Carl Schmied |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Self-Help |
Vom Gyps und vom Stucco ist eine Anleitung zur Herstellung von Gypsfiguren, nebst benötigter Formen, sowie zur Imitation des Marmors mittels Gyps, nebst leicht begreiflich dargestellter Anweisung zur Verfertigung verschiedenfarbiger Gründe.<br><br>\nVom Gyps und vom Stucco ist der erste Teil des Buches <em>Die Verfertigung der Gypsfiguren und des Gypsmarmors, für Maurer und Tüncher sowie die Darstellung der Kupferfiguren durch Galvanoplastik</em> erscheinen 1848 in Weimar im Verlag B. Fried. Voigt.<br><br>\nDie zugehörigen Abbildungen (Figuren) befinden sich auf dem CD-Cover (im Format für eine transparente DVD-Hülle).\n(Zusammenfassung von Carl Schmied und Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/vom-gyps-und-vom-stucco-by-carl-schmied/ |
vom gyps und vom stucco ist eine anleitung zur herstellung von gypsfiguren nebst benötigter formen sowie zur imitation des marmors mittels gyps nebst leicht begreiflich dargestellter anweisung zur verfertigung verschiedenfarbiger gründe br br vom gyps und vom stucco ist der erste teil des buches em die verfertigung der gypsfiguren und des gypsmarmors für maurer und tüncher sowie die darstellung der kupferfiguren durch galvanoplastik em erscheinen 1848 weimar im verlag b fried voigt br br die zugehörigen abbildungen figuren befinden sich auf dem cd cover im format für eine transparente dvd hülle zusammenfassung von carl schmied und wassermann p |
| 4625 |
4597 |
5082 |
Grace Harlowe's Third Year at Overton College by Jessie Graham Flower |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General Fiction |
The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals."(Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-third-year-at-overton-college-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals introduction wikipedia p |
| 4626 |
4598 |
5083 |
Billy Whiskers, the Autobiography of a Goat |
Frances Trego Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
This delightful children's story can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike! A mischievous goat, Billy Whiskers, gets into trouble so often that the book could be named, "Billy Trouble Whiskers"! This humorous story will bring you many chuckles and give you a chance to get lost in Billy's adventures with childlike enthusiasm. From riding in a police car, to being a firehouse mascot, getting married, and finding himself a circus goat, Billy's adventures will certainly keep you entertained! (Introduction by Allyson Hester)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/billy-whiskers-the-autobiography-of-a-goat-by-frances-trego-montgomery/ |
delightful children s story enjoyed kids adults alike mischievous goat billy whiskers gets trouble often book could named billy trouble whiskers humorous story bring many chuckles give chance get lost billy s adventures childlike enthusiasm riding police car firehouse mascot getting married finding circus goat billy s adventures certainly keep entertained introduction allyson hester p |
| 4627 |
4599 |
5084 |
Miss Billy's Decision |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
<p>When <i>Miss Billy</i> closed, Miss Billy and Bertram were happily engaged. In this first sequel to <i>Miss Billy</i> will the path to wedded bliss run smooth or will misunderstandings and heartache cross their path? Find out in <i>Miss Billy’s Decision</i>! (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/miss-billys-decision-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
p when i miss billy i closed miss billy bertram happily engaged first sequel i miss billy i path wedded bliss run smooth misunderstandings heartache cross path find i miss billy s decision i summary maria therese p |
| 4628 |
4600 |
5086 |
Some Answered Questions |
Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás |
Other religions |
Some Answered Questions was first published in 1908. It contains questions asked to `Abdu'l-Bahá by Laura Clifford Barney, during several of her visits to Haifa between 1904 and 1906, and `Abdu'l-Bahá's answers to these questions.\nProminent among the topics are detailed explanations of Christian subjects, including interpretations of chapters 11 and 12 of the Book of Revelation, chapter 11 of the Book of Isaiah, the story of Genesis, and many other subjects.\nTopics covered include God, Prophets of God, Christian subjects, evolution, the soul, immortality, fate, free will, healing, the non-existence of evil, and reincarnation. (Introduction derived from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/some-answered-questions-by-abdul-baha-abbas/ |
answered questions first published 1908 contains questions asked abdu l bahá laura clifford barney several visits haifa 1904 1906 abdu l bahá s answers questions prominent among topics detailed explanations christian subjects including interpretations chapters 11 12 book revelation chapter 11 book isaiah story genesis many subjects topics covered include god prophets god christian subjects evolution soul immortality fate free will healing non existence evil reincarnation introduction derived wikipedia p |
| 4629 |
4601 |
5087 |
President Lincoln's Attitude Towards Slavery and Emancipation |
Henry Watson Wilbur |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
A review of events prior to, during and following the American Civil War bringing an insightful perspective on Lincoln's true attitude toward slavery and emancipation. (Summary by Guero)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/president-lincolns-attitude-towards-slavery-by-henry-watson-wilbur/ |
review events prior to following american civil war bringing insightful perspective lincoln s true attitude toward slavery emancipation summary guero p |
| 4630 |
4602 |
5088 |
American Psychology, 1922-1947 |
Various |
Psychology |
This is the second of what is intended to be three projects featuring journal articles which chart the development of psychology as an academic discipline in the United States during the twentieth century. This collection includes key texts in the development of behaviourism, neuropsychological testing, the psychology of race and humanist therapeutic psychology.\n\nMany thanks to staff at the American Psychological Association, Taylor and Francis and Phi Beta Kappa who have helped us to establish that these papers are public domain for those who live in the United States or countries that recognise the Rule of the Shorter Term. (Summary by Carl Manchester)</p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/american-psychology-1922-1947/ |
second intended three projects featuring journal articles chart development psychology academic discipline united states twentieth century collection includes key texts development behaviourism neuropsychological testing psychology race humanist therapeutic psychology many thanks staff american psychological association taylor francis phi beta kappa helped us establish papers public domain live united states countries recognise rule shorter term summary carl manchester p |
| 4631 |
4603 |
5089 |
Huis te Huur |
Wilkie Collins |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Vertaling van het kerstverhaal van 1858. Het verhaal is geschreven in samenwerking met Wilkie Collins, Elizabeth Gaskell en Adelaide Anne Procter.\n\nEen oude vrouw, Sophonisba, gaat in Londen wonen. Tegenover haar tijdelijke woning staat een mysterieus huis reeds zeer lange tijd te huur. Een vriend, Jabez Jarber en een knecht, Trottle, proberen het mysterie van het lege huis voor haar te ontraadselen. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/een-huis-te-huur-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van het kerstverhaal van 1858 het verhaal geschreven samenwerking met wilkie collins elizabeth gaskell en adelaide anne procter een oude vrouw sophonisba gaat londen wonen tegenover haar tijdelijke woning staat een mysterieus huis reeds zeer lange tijd te huur een vriend jabez jarber en een knecht trottle proberen het mysterie van het lege huis voor haar te ontraadselen introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4632 |
4604 |
5090 |
Bridge of History Over the Gulf of Time: A Popular View of the Historical Evidence for the Truth of Christianity |
Thomas Cooper |
*Non-fiction, History , Religion |
Written by the former skeptic, poet, and scholar, Thomas Cooper, The Bridge of History Over the Gulf of Time admirably sets forth a winsome defense of Christianity. Written as the substance of fourteen years of lectures, at the request of his hearers, Cooper leads his reader across the bridge of history, through the centuries, tracing Christianity. At last, he addresses "Leben Jesu" by Dr. David Friedrich Strauss, discusses the historicity of the four Gospels, and offers some concluding evidences for the truth of Christianity. (Introduction by tzieger)<p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-bridge-of-history-over-the-gulf-of-time-by-thomas-cooper/ |
written former skeptic poet scholar thomas cooper bridge history gulf time admirably sets forth winsome defense christianity written substance fourteen years lectures request hearers cooper leads reader across bridge history centuries tracing christianity last addresses leben jesu dr david friedrich strauss discusses historicity four gospels offers concluding evidences truth christianity introduction tzieger p |
| 4633 |
10039 |
10678 |
Prince and the Pauper (version 3) |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure |
The Prince and the Pauper tells the story of two young boys who are identical in appearance: Tom Canty, a pauper who lives with his abusive father in Offal Court off Pudding Lane in London, and Prince Edward, son of King Henry VIII. (wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-and-the-pauper-version-3-by-mark-twain/ |
prince pauper tells story two young boys identical appearance tom canty pauper lives abusive father offal court pudding lane london prince edward son king henry viii wikipedia p |
| 4634 |
4605 |
5091 |
Treasury of David, Vol. 1 (Abridged) |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Commentary |
Charles Spurgeon was a British Particular Baptist preacher who remains highly influential among Christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the "Prince of Preachers". In his lifetime, Spurgeon preached to around 10,000,000 people, often up to 10 times each week at different places. He was the pastor of the congregation of the New Park Street Chapel (later the Metropolitan Tabernacle) in London for 38 years.<br><br>\n\nSpurgeon was a prolific author of many types of works. Here LibriVox volunteers bring you the first volume of Spurgeon’s commentary on the Psalms, covering Psalms 1 to 26. (Summary modified from Wikipedia by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasury-of-david-vol-1-abridged-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
charles spurgeon british particular baptist preacher remains highly influential among christians different denominations among still known prince preachers lifetime spurgeon preached around 10 000 000 people often 10 times week different places pastor congregation new park street chapel later metropolitan tabernacle london 38 years br br spurgeon prolific author many types works librivox volunteers bring first volume spurgeon s commentary psalms covering psalms 1 26 summary modified wikipedia maryann p |
| 4635 |
4606 |
5092 |
Story of the Pony Express |
Glenn D. Bradley |
*Non-fiction |
The Story of the Pony Express offers an in depth account behind the need for a mail route to connect the eastern U.S. with the rapidly populating west coast following the gold rush of California, the springing up of lumber camps, and all incidental needs arising from the settling of the western frontier. Here we learn of the inception of the Pony Express, its formation, successes, failures, facts, statistics, combined with many anecdotes and names of the people who were an integral part of this incredible entity which lasted but less than two years, yet was instrumental in the successful settlement of two thirds of the land mass comprising the expanding country. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-pony-express-by-glenn-d-bradley/ |
story pony express offers depth account behind need mail route connect eastern u s rapidly populating west coast following gold rush california springing lumber camps incidental needs arising settling western frontier learn inception pony express formation successes failures facts statistics combined many anecdotes names people integral part incredible entity lasted less two years yet instrumental successful settlement two thirds land mass comprising expanding country introduction roger melin p |
| 4636 |
4607 |
5093 |
Profits of Religion |
Upton Sinclair |
*Non-fiction, Political Science, Religion |
"The Profits of Religion: An Essay in Economic Interpretation" is a non-fiction book, first published in 1917, by the American novelist and muckraking journalist Upton Sinclair. It is a snapshot of the religious movements in the U.S. before its entry into World War I. In this book, Sinclair attacks institutionalized religion as a "source of income to parasites, and the natural ally of every form of oppression and exploitation." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-profits-of-religion-by-upton-sinclair/ |
the profits religion essay economic interpretation non fiction book first published 1917 american novelist muckraking journalist upton sinclair snapshot religious movements u s entry world war i book sinclair attacks institutionalized religion source income parasites natural ally every form oppression exploitation summary wikipedia p |
| 4637 |
4608 |
5094 |
Confidence-Man: His Masquerade |
Herman Melville |
General Fiction, Satire |
<p>The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade was the last major novel by Herman Melville, the American writer and author of Moby-Dick. Published on April 1, 1857 (presumably the exact day of the novel's setting), The Confidence-Man was Melville's tenth major work in eleven years. The novel portrays a Canterbury Tales-style group of steamboat passengers whose interlocking stories are told as they travel down the Mississippi River toward New Orleans. The novel is written as cultural satire, allegory, and metaphysical treatise, dealing with themes of sincerity, identity, morality, religiosity, economic materialism, irony, and cynicism. Many critics have placed The Confidence-Man alongside Melville's Moby-Dick and "Bartleby the Scrivener" as a precursor to 20th-century literary preoccupations with nihilism, existentialism, and absurdism. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-confidence-man-his-masquerade-by-herman-melville/ |
p the confidence man masquerade last major novel herman melville american writer author moby dick published april 1 1857 presumably exact day novel s setting confidence man melville s tenth major work eleven years novel portrays canterbury tales style group steamboat passengers whose interlocking stories told travel mississippi river toward new orleans novel written cultural satire allegory metaphysical treatise dealing themes sincerity identity morality religiosity economic materialism irony cynicism many critics placed confidence man alongside melville s moby dick bartleby scrivener precursor 20th century literary preoccupations nihilism existentialism absurdism introduction wikipedia p |
| 4638 |
4609 |
5095 |
Vice Versa |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
Set in Victorian times, the novel concerns business man Paul Bultitude and his son Dick. Dick is about to leave home for a boarding school which is ruled by the cane wielding headmaster Dr. Grimstone. Bultitude, seeing his son's fear of going to the school, foolishly says that schooldays are the best years of a boy's life, and how he wished that he was the one so doing.</p><p>At this point, thanks to a handy magic stone brought by an uncle from India which grants the possessor one wish, they are now on even terms. Dick, now holding the stone, is ordered by his father to turn him back into his own body, but Dick refuses, and decides instead to become his father, and so the fun begins. Mr. Bultitude has to begin the new academic term at his son's boarding school, while Dick gets a chance to run his father's business in the City. In the end, they are both restored to their own bodies, with a better understanding of each other. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/vice-versa-by-f-anstey/ |
set victorian times novel concerns business man paul bultitude son dick dick leave home boarding school ruled cane wielding headmaster dr grimstone bultitude seeing son s fear going school foolishly says schooldays best years boy s life wished one doing p p at point thanks handy magic stone brought uncle india grants possessor one wish even terms dick holding stone ordered father turn back body dick refuses decides instead become father fun begins mr bultitude begin new academic term son s boarding school dick gets chance run father s business city end restored bodies better understanding other summary wikipedia p |
| 4639 |
4927 |
5431 |
Bible (KJV) NT 19: Hebrews |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
An Epistle of the New Testament, author unknown. The primary purpose of the Letter to the Hebrews is to exhort Jews and Christians to persevere in the face of persecution. The central thought of the entire Epistle is the doctrine of the Person of Christ and his role as mediator between God and humanity. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/hebrews-king-james-version/ |
epistle new testament author unknown primary purpose letter hebrews exhort jews christians persevere face persecution central thought entire epistle doctrine person christ role mediator god humanity introduction wikipedia p |
| 4640 |
4610 |
5096 |
Brilliant Proof (Burhäne Lämé) in reply to an attack upon the Bahai Revelation by Peter Z. Easton |
Mírzá Abu’l-Fadl Gulpáygání |
Modern, Other religions |
“In these days,” writes the renowned Bahá’í scholar, Mírzá Abu’l-Fadl, “which are the latter days of 1911, A. D. and the early days of 1330 A. H., I have seen a curious article which astonished me. What did I see? I find that one of the missionaries of the Protestant sect, who accounts himself among the learned men of the twentieth century, a helper of the pure religion of Christ and one of the civilized and cultured occidentals, by name, Peter Z. Easton, has been so provoked by jealousy at the universal spread of the heavenly word of His Holiness Abdul-Baha throughout vast expanses of Europe that he has trespassed the limit of courtesy and humanity and published an article replete with execration and calumny in the magazine “Evangelical Christendom.” …Briefly, as this servant [Mírzá Abu’l-Fadl] carefully perused and weighed the above mentioned article, it was found that Peter Z. Easton, in his own supposition, has clung to “four proofs” in opposing the great Bahai Cause. We will therefore mention these four points and show the falsity of his fanciful ideas in each instance.”<br> \n<br>\nA number of works were written in the 19th century to defend the Bábí and Bahá’í Faiths from attacks made by Muslim scholars and to demonstrate the spiritual proofs and evidences of the Revelations of the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh (notably the “Seven Proofs” of the Báb and the “Book of Certitude” of Bahá’u’lláh) . As the Bahá’í Faith spread to Europe and America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it began to attract the attention of Christian missionaries and preachers. While many Christian clergymen were positive towards Faith and its universal message, there were also attacks against the Faith by ministers who saw it as a threat. Peter Z. Easton was one of these. Mírzá Abu’l-Fadl, who was given the posthumous title of “Apostle of Bahá’u’lláh”, took on Easton’s challenge and thoroughly refuted his arguments in “The Brilliant Proof”. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was so impressed by this work that He wrote: "His Honour Mírzá Abu'l-Fadl has written a treatise answering the criticisms of a London preacher. Each one of you should have a copy. Read, memorize and reflect upon it. Then, when accusations and criticisms are advanced by those unfavourable to the Cause, you will be well armed."<br> (Summary by Nicholas J. Bridgewater)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-brilliant-proof-burhaene-laeme-in-reply-to-an-attack-upon-the-bahai-revelation-by-peter-z-easton-by-mirza-abul-fadl-gulpaygani/ |
in days writes renowned bahá í scholar mírzá abu l fadl which latter days 1911 a d early days 1330 a h seen curious article astonished me see find one missionaries protestant sect accounts among learned men twentieth century helper pure religion christ one civilized cultured occidentals name peter z easton provoked jealousy universal spread heavenly word holiness abdul baha throughout vast expanses europe trespassed limit courtesy humanity published article replete execration calumny magazine evangelical christendom briefly servant mírzá abu l fadl carefully perused weighed mentioned article found peter z easton supposition clung four proofs opposing great bahai cause therefore mention four points show falsity fanciful ideas instance br br number works written 19th century defend bábí bahá í faiths attacks made muslim scholars demonstrate spiritual proofs evidences revelations báb bahá u lláh notably seven proofs báb book certitude bahá u lláh bahá í faith spread europe america late 19th early 20th centuries began attract attention christian missionaries preachers many christian clergymen positive towards faith universal message also attacks faith ministers saw threat peter z easton one these mírzá abu l fadl given posthumous title apostle bahá u lláh took easton s challenge thoroughly refuted arguments the brilliant proof abdu l bahá impressed work wrote his honour mírzá abu l fadl written treatise answering criticisms london preacher one copy read memorize reflect upon it then accusations criticisms advanced unfavourable cause well armed br summary nicholas j bridgewater p |
| 4641 |
4611 |
5097 |
Echoes of Love’s House |
William Morris |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Echoes of Love’s House by William Morris. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 9th, 2011.<br><br>William Morris was an English textile designer, artist, writer, and socialist associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and the English Arts and Crafts Movement. Morris wrote and published poetry, fiction, and translations of ancient and medieval texts throughout his life.<br><br>Today, Morris's poetry is little-read. His fantasy romances languished out of print for decades until their rediscovery amid the great fantasy revival of the late 1960s following the phenomenal success of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. But his textile and wallpaper designs remain a staple of the Arts and Crafts Revival of the turn of the 21st century, and the reproduction of Morris designs as fabric, wrapping paper, and craft kits of all sorts is testament to the enduring appeal of his work. The William Morris Societies in Britain, the US, and Canada are active in preserving Morris's work and ideas.<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/echoes-of-loves-house-by-william-morris/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings echoes love s house william morris weekly poetry project january 9th 2011 br br william morris english textile designer artist writer socialist associated pre raphaelite brotherhood english arts crafts movement morris wrote published poetry fiction translations ancient medieval texts throughout life br br today morris s poetry little read fantasy romances languished print decades rediscovery amid great fantasy revival late 1960s following phenomenal success tolkien s lord rings textile wallpaper designs remain staple arts crafts revival turn 21st century reproduction morris designs fabric wrapping paper craft kits sorts testament enduring appeal work william morris societies britain us canada active preserving morris s work ideas p |
| 4642 |
4612 |
5098 |
Skylark Three |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
<p>This is a sequel to The Skylark of Space. The novel concerns Richard Seaton and his allies who have encounters with aliens while fighting DuQuesne and the Fenachrone..(Introduction by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/skylark-three-by-e-e-smith/ |
p this sequel skylark space novel concerns richard seaton allies encounters aliens fighting duquesne fenachrone introduction wikipedia p |
| 4643 |
4613 |
5099 |
Romulus |
Jacob Abbott |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
Jacob Abbott wrote many historical books for children. He was careful to ensure historical accuracy, and as he said himself in the preface to this book "Whatever of interest ... these stories may possess is due solely to the facts themselves which are recorded in them, and to their being brought together in a plain, simple, and connected narrative."<br /><br />This is the story of Romulus, the founding of Rome and the early years of its history, written in a way both readable and enjoyable for adults and children alike. (Summary by Ruth Golding)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/romulus-by-jacob-abbott/ |
jacob abbott wrote many historical books children careful ensure historical accuracy said preface book whatever interest stories may possess due solely facts recorded them brought together plain simple connected narrative br br this story romulus founding rome early years history written way readable enjoyable adults children alike summary ruth golding p |
| 4644 |
4614 |
5100 |
Trifles |
Susan Glaspell |
Drama |
<p>On the surface, this short play is a slice-of-life story about a murder investigation in the rural United States. However, it is also a story about the relationships between men and women, husbands and wives, and the often-overlooked "trifles" which can say so much about a person's life. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)</p>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>George Henderson (County Attorney): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Henry Peters (Sheriff): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5319">Guero</a><br>Lewis Hale (a neighboring farmer): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Mrs. Peters: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Hale: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br/> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/trifles-by-susan-glaspell |
p on surface short play slice of life story murder investigation rural united states however also story relationships men women husbands wives often overlooked trifles say much person s life summary arielle lipshaw p strong cast strong br p george henderson county attorney a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br henry peters sheriff a href http librivox org reader 5319 guero a br lewis hale a neighboring farmer a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br mrs peters a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs hale a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br |
| 4645 |
4615 |
5101 |
Children of Odin |
Pádraic Colum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Master storyteller Padraic Colum's rich, musical voice captures all the magic and majesty of the Norse sagas in his retellings of the adventures of the gods and goddesses who lived in the Northern paradise of Asgard before the dawn of history. Here are the matchless tales of All-Father Odin, who crosses the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard and sacrifices his right eye to drink from the Well of Wisdom; of Thor, whose mighty hammer defends Asgard; of Loki, whose mischievous cunning leads him to treachery against the gods; of giants, dragons, dwarfs and Valkyries; and of the terrible last battle that destroyed their world. (Summary from Project Gutenberg)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-children-of-odin-by-padraic-colum/ |
p master storyteller padraic colum s rich musical voice captures magic majesty norse sagas retellings adventures gods goddesses lived northern paradise asgard dawn history matchless tales all father odin crosses rainbow bridge walk among men midgard sacrifices right eye drink well wisdom thor whose mighty hammer defends asgard loki whose mischievous cunning leads treachery gods giants dragons dwarfs valkyries terrible last battle destroyed world summary project gutenberg p |
| 4646 |
4617 |
5103 |
Italian |
Ann Radcliffe |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
The love story between a nobleman and a beautiful lady whom he meets in church leads both of them to unexpected places, as many people would not put up with their love. This novel is considered to be one of the best Gothic novels ever written, by one of the first (and best) writers of the genre. How does an "indecent" love story become a Gothic tale? What is the outcome of this love story? If you want to know, read this book. (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1797 |
https://librivox.org/the-italian-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
love story nobleman beautiful lady meets church leads unexpected places many people would put love novel considered one best gothic novels ever written one first and best writers genre indecent love story become gothic tale outcome love story want know read book summary stav nisser p |
| 4647 |
4618 |
5104 |
White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War |
Herman Melville |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This is a tale based on Melville's experiences aboard the USS United States from 1843 to 1844. It comments on the harsh and brutal realities of service in the US Navy at that time, but beyond this the narrator has created for the reader graphic symbols for class distinction, segregation and slavery aboard this microcosm of the world, the USS Neversink. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/white-jacket-or-the-world-in-a-man-of-war-by-herman-melville/ |
tale based melville s experiences aboard uss united states 1843 1844 comments harsh brutal realities service us navy time beyond narrator created reader graphic symbols class distinction segregation slavery aboard microcosm world uss neversink introduction james k white p |
| 4648 |
4619 |
5105 |
Mopes de kluizenaar |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Vertaling van 'Tom Tidler's ground' het kerstverhaal uit 1861. Het boek is geschreven in samenwerking met Wilkie Collins, Charles Allston Collins, Amelia Edwards en John Harwood. Vijf bezoekers van kluizenaar Mopes vertellen over een problematische periode in hun leven, en hoe ze de problemen samen met andere mensen moedig aanpakken. Jezelf terugtrekken uit wereld en jezelf verwaarlozen is laf en zeker geen oplossing voor welk probleem dan ook. Tom Tidler's ground betekend in het engels 'de woning van een luiwammes'. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/mopes-de-kluizenaar-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van tom tidler s ground het kerstverhaal uit 1861 het boek geschreven samenwerking met wilkie collins charles allston collins amelia edwards en john harwood vijf bezoekers van kluizenaar mopes vertellen een problematische periode hun leven en hoe ze de problemen samen met andere mensen moedig aanpakken jezelf terugtrekken uit wereld en jezelf verwaarlozen laf en zeker geen oplossing voor welk probleem dan ook tom tidler s ground betekend het engels de woning van een luiwammes introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4649 |
4620 |
5106 |
Prince and Betty |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The Prince and Betty is a novel by P. G. Wodehouse. It was originally published in Ainslee's Magazine in the United States in January 1912, and, in a slightly different form, as a serial in Strand Magazine in the United Kingdom between February and April 1912, before being published in book form, in the UK only, by Mills & Boon, London, on 1 May that year. A substantially different version, which incorporated the plot of Psmith, Journalist, was published in the US by W. J. Watt, New York on 14 February 1912, and is the only version now widely available. (This is the version presented here.) The story tells of how unscrupulous millionaire Benjamin Scobell decides to build a casino on the small Mediterranean island of Mervo, dragging in the unwitting heir to the throne to help. Little does he know that his stepdaughter Betty has history with the young man John Maude, and his schemes lead to a rift between the newly-reunited pair. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-and-betty-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
prince betty novel p g wodehouse originally published ainslee s magazine united states january 1912 and slightly different form serial strand magazine united kingdom february april 1912 published book form uk only mills boon london 1 may year substantially different version incorporated plot psmith journalist published us w j watt new york 14 february 1912 version widely available this version presented here story tells unscrupulous millionaire benjamin scobell decides build casino small mediterranean island mervo dragging unwitting heir throne help little know stepdaughter betty history young man john maude schemes lead rift newly reunited pair introduction wikipedia p |
| 4650 |
4621 |
5107 |
Rock Crystal |
Adalbert Stifter |
General Fiction |
<p>On Christmas Eve, two children, a brother and sister, leave their grandmother's house in an Alpine village and get lost in the mountain snow. They become trapped among the rock crystals of the frozen glacier. This short and gripping novel, by 19th century Austrian master Adalbert Stifter, influenced Thomas Mann and others with its suspenseful, simple, myth-like story and majestic depictions of nature. Poet W.H. Auden called the work "a quiet and beautiful parable about the relation of people to places, of man to nature." (Introduction by Greg W.)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/rock-crystal-by-adalbert-stifter/ |
p on christmas eve two children brother sister leave grandmother s house alpine village get lost mountain snow become trapped among rock crystals frozen glacier short gripping novel 19th century austrian master adalbert stifter influenced thomas mann others suspenseful simple myth like story majestic depictions nature poet w h auden called work a quiet beautiful parable relation people places man nature introduction greg w p |
| 4651 |
4622 |
5108 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 021 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, war, farming, slavery, education, philosophy, and nature. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-021-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history war farming slavery education philosophy nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 4652 |
4623 |
5109 |
Sophistical Elenchi |
Aristotle |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Science |
The Sophistical Elenchi is the sixth of Aristotle's six texts on logic which are collectively known as the Organon ("Instrument"). In the Sophistical Elenchi Aristotle identifies 13 falacies. Verbal Fallacies are: Accent or Emphasis; Amphibology; Equivocation; Composition; Division and Figure of Speech. Material Fallacies are: Accident; Affirming the Consequent; Converse Accident; Irrelevant Conclusion; Begging the Question; False Cause and Fallacy of Many Questions. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/sophistical-elenchi-by-aristotle/ |
sophistical elenchi sixth aristotle s six texts logic collectively known organon instrument sophistical elenchi aristotle identifies 13 falacies verbal fallacies are accent emphasis amphibology equivocation composition division figure speech material fallacies are accident affirming consequent converse accident irrelevant conclusion begging question false cause fallacy many questions adapted wikipedia p |
| 4653 |
4624 |
5111 |
Stalky & Co. (More Stories) |
Rudyard Kipling |
General Fiction |
This small collection puts together stories by Kipling that feature the characters from Stalky & Co. but which for some reason were not included in the book Stalky & Co. Of these the more interesting is the first, "Stalky", which introduces the characters and is full of the humour and understanding of adolescent males and their timeless jostling with adult powers that characterise the stories in Stalky & Co. "Stalky" was the first of the tales to be written, and was published in 1898, so it is difficult to understand how it came to be omitted from the book in 1899.\n"Regulus", while also full of humour, is a more difficult read in an age when a "proper" classical education is no longer something widely experienced.\n\nThere are also other stories that cannot be included here because they are still in copyright:\n- "The United Idolators" and "The Propagation of Knowledge" in Debits and Credits (1926)\n- "The Satisfaction of a Gentleman" in The Complete Stalky & Co (1929).\nThere is also another "Scylla and Charybdis", unpublished in Kipling's day, and only made available recently that although not copyright in the USA cannot be included because we do not have access to the manuscript, only an edited edition (which itself is subject to copyright).</p>\n\nIf you enjoyed Stalky & Co you will probably enjoy these additional stories.(Introduction by Tim Bulkeley)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/stalky-co-more-stories-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
small collection puts together stories kipling feature characters stalky co reason included book stalky co interesting first stalky introduces characters full humour understanding adolescent males timeless jostling adult powers characterise stories stalky co stalky first tales written published 1898 difficult understand came omitted book 1899 regulus also full humour difficult read age proper classical education longer something widely experienced also stories cannot included still copyright the united idolators the propagation knowledge debits credits 1926 the satisfaction gentleman complete stalky co 1929 also another scylla charybdis unpublished kipling s day made available recently although copyright usa cannot included access manuscript edited edition which subject copyright p enjoyed stalky co probably enjoy additional stories introduction tim bulkeley p |
| 4654 |
4625 |
5112 |
Twentieth Century Inventions: A Forecast |
George Sutherland |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>This work from 1901 predicts what technological developments will manifest in the twentieth century. The author, a technical journalist, presents ideas for inventions and new developments in the areas of power, transportation, agriculture, mining, domestic applications, electronic devices, warfare, music, art, and news. Many have come to pass. All of them provide an interesting look into how the next century was imagined and what challenges were anticipated for the progress of society. -(Summary by A. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/twentieth-century-inventions-a-forecast-by-george-sutherland/ |
p this work 1901 predicts technological developments manifest twentieth century author technical journalist presents ideas inventions new developments areas power transportation agriculture mining domestic applications electronic devices warfare music art news many come pass provide interesting look next century imagined challenges anticipated progress society summary a gramour p |
| 4655 |
4626 |
5113 |
Mercenary |
Dallas McCord Reynolds |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Every status-quo-caste society in history has left open two roads to rise above your caste: The Priest and The Warrior. But in a society of TV and tranquilizers--the Warrior acquires a strange new meaning... (Introduction from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mercenary-by-mack-reynolds/ |
every status quo caste society history left open two roads rise caste priest warrior society tv tranquilizers the warrior acquires strange new meaning introduction gutenberg text p |
| 4656 |
4627 |
5114 |
Reise in das Innere der Insel Formosa |
Karl Theodor Stöpel |
Nature, Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<b>Eine Reise in das Innere der Insel Formosa und die erste Besteigung des Niitakayama (Mount Morrison) Weihnachten 1898</b>, so der vollständige Titel des 1905 in Buenos Aires erschienen Reisetagebuchs von Karl Theodor Stöpel. Nach einer umfassenden Einleitung zur Geschichte, Geographie und Topographie schildert uns K. TH. Stöpel seine Reisererlebnisse zur Zeit der japanischen Besetzung von Formosa. Seine Bericht wird geprägt durch die Eindrücke der Hinterlassenschaften eines Taifuns, durch den Aufstand gegen die japanischen Besatzer und letztlich der Besteigung des Niitakayama. <br><br>\n\nKarl Theodor Stöpel (1862-1940) machte sich vor allem einen Namen als Volkswissenschaftler und Forschungsreisender. Aus seiner Feder stammt auch das Werk Die deutsche Kaliindustrie und das Kalisyndikat. (1904).<br><br>\n\nDie Bezeichnung Iha Formosa stammt aus dem Portugiesischen und heißt soviel wie „schöne Insel“. Heute ist diese Inseln unter dem Namen Taiwan bekannt. (Zusammenfassung von Wassermann)</p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/eine-reise-in-das-innere-der-insel-formosa-by-karl-theodor-stopel/ |
b eine reise das innere der insel formosa und die erste besteigung des niitakayama mount morrison weihnachten 1898 b der vollständige titel des 1905 buenos aires erschienen reisetagebuchs von karl theodor stöpel nach einer umfassenden einleitung zur geschichte geographie und topographie schildert uns k th stöpel seine reisererlebnisse zur zeit der japanischen besetzung von formosa seine bericht wird geprägt durch die eindrücke der hinterlassenschaften eines taifuns durch den aufstand gegen die japanischen besatzer und letztlich der besteigung des niitakayama br br karl theodor stöpel 1862 1940 machte sich vor allem einen namen als volkswissenschaftler und forschungsreisender aus seiner feder stammt auch das werk die deutsche kaliindustrie und das kalisyndikat 1904 br br die bezeichnung iha formosa stammt aus dem portugiesischen und heißt soviel wie schöne insel heute ist diese inseln unter dem namen taiwan bekannt zusammenfassung von wassermann p |
| 4657 |
4628 |
5115 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 044 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-044-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 4658 |
4629 |
5116 |
Vlaemsche Dichtoefeningen |
Guido Gezelle |
Poetry, *Non-fiction |
De bundel Vlaemsche Dichtoefeningen bevat 52 gedichten. Het is vooral eigen werk van Guido Gezelle, en hiernaast ook enkele vertalingen. Het belangrijkste thema van de bundel is het geloof. Niet alleen drukt Gezelle zijn individuele band met God uit, maar ook wil hij zijn lezers de essentie van het katholieke geloof bijbrengen. Een ander thema is de Vlaamse identiteit. Het werk bevat vele geografische verwijzingen en typisch woordgebruik waarmee deze identiteit wordt gepropageerd.</p> |
Dutch |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/vlaemsche-dichtoefeningen-by-guido-gezelle/ |
de bundel vlaemsche dichtoefeningen bevat 52 gedichten het vooral eigen werk van guido gezelle en hiernaast ook enkele vertalingen het belangrijkste thema van de bundel het geloof niet alleen drukt gezelle zijn individuele band met god uit maar ook wil hij zijn lezers de essentie van het katholieke geloof bijbrengen een ander thema de vlaamse identiteit het werk bevat vele geografische verwijzingen en typisch woordgebruik waarmee deze identiteit wordt gepropageerd p |
| 4659 |
4630 |
5117 |
Story of the Atlantic Telegraph |
Henry M. Field |
*Non-fiction, History , Science |
Cyrus W. Field had a dream: to link the Old World of Britain and Europe to that of the New World of North America by a telegraph cable stretching across the great Atlantic Ocean. It took him thirteen years, a lot of money, and many men and ships and cable to make it happen. He wanted to bring the world together and make it a smaller place; to forge alliances and achieve peace. This is his story. (Introduction by Alex C. Telander)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-atlantic-telegraph-by-henry-m-field/ |
cyrus w field dream link old world britain europe new world north america telegraph cable stretching across great atlantic ocean took thirteen years lot money many men ships cable make happen wanted bring world together make smaller place forge alliances achieve peace story introduction alex c telander p |
| 4660 |
4943 |
5449 |
Wendigo |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Another camper tale, this time set in the Canadian wilderness. A hunting party separates to track moose, and one member is abducted by the Wendigo of legend. Robert Aickman regarded this as "one of the (possibly) six great masterpieces in the field". (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-wendigo-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
another camper tale time set canadian wilderness hunting party separates track moose one member abducted wendigo legend robert aickman regarded one possibly six great masterpieces field introduction wikipedia p |
| 4661 |
4631 |
5118 |
Impartiality |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Impartiality by James Russell Lowell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 16, 2011.<br><br>James Russell Lowell was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the Fireside Poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets who rivaled the popularity of British poets. These poets usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/impartiality-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings impartiality james russell lowell weekly poetry project january 16 2011 br br james russell lowell american romantic poet critic editor diplomat associated fireside poets group new england writers among first american poets rivaled popularity british poets poets usually used conventional forms meters poetry making suitable families entertaining fireside summary wikipedia p |
| 4662 |
4632 |
5119 |
Two Musicians |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Two Musicians by Sarah Orne Jewett. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 16, 2011.<br><br>She published her first important story in the Atlantic Monthly at age 19, and her reputation grew throughout the 1870s and 1880s. Her literary importance arises from her careful, if subdued, vignettes of country life that reflect a contemporary interest in local color rather than plot. Jewett possessed a keen descriptive gift that William Dean Howells called "an uncommon feeling for talk — I hear your people." (summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/two-musicians-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings two musicians sarah orne jewett fortnightly poetry project january 16 2011 br br she published first important story atlantic monthly age 19 reputation grew throughout 1870s 1880s literary importance arises careful subdued vignettes country life reflect contemporary interest local color rather plot jewett possessed keen descriptive gift william dean howells called an uncommon feeling talk hear people summary wikipedia p |
| 4663 |
4633 |
5120 |
Nature's Miracles Volume 3: Electricity and Magnetism |
Elisha Gray |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Elisha Gray (August 2, 1835 – January 21, 1901) was an American electrical engineer who co-founded the Western Electric Manufacturing Company. Gray is best known for his development of a telephone prototype in 1876 in Highland Park, Illinois and is considered by some writers to be the true inventor of the variable resistance telephone, despite losing out to Alexander Graham Bell for the telephone patent. <br><br>Nature's Miracles: Familiar Talks on Science, published in 1900, is a discussion of science and technology for the general public. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/natures-miracles-electricity-and-magnetism-vol-3-by-elisha-gray/ |
p elisha gray august 2 1835 january 21 1901 american electrical engineer co founded western electric manufacturing company gray best known development telephone prototype 1876 highland park illinois considered writers true inventor variable resistance telephone despite losing alexander graham bell telephone patent br br nature s miracles familiar talks science published 1900 discussion science technology general public summary wikipedia p |
| 4664 |
4634 |
5121 |
Brenda, Her School and Her Club |
Helen Leah Reed |
School |
<p>"Brenda was used to getting her own way. Her parents and older sisters spoiled her, her friends followed her lead, servants obeyed her, and she was truly beautiful. That was so, until her cousin Julia (who is everything that she is not) came to live with her family. And that's when our book starts." (Summary by Stav Nisser)<(p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/brenda-her-school-and-her-club-by-helen-leah-reed/ |
p brenda used getting way parents older sisters spoiled her friends followed lead servants obeyed her truly beautiful so cousin julia who everything not came live family that s book starts summary stav nisser p |
| 4665 |
4635 |
5122 |
Captain Ted |
Mary T. Waggaman |
Action & Adventure, Religion |
<p>When tragedy hits his family, in the form of a sudden illness to his father, young Teddy Thornton is forced to leave school and find work to help support his family. Without his realization he is thrown into a world of crime and counterfeiting. Will he do the right thing, or will he unwittingly be drawn down the wrong path? And will the mystery of Heron Hall be solved?\nMary T. Waggaman was a prolific Catholic writer of juvenile fiction in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. (Introduction by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/captain-ted-by-mary-t-waggaman/ |
p when tragedy hits family form sudden illness father young teddy thornton forced leave school find work help support family without realization thrown world crime counterfeiting right thing unwittingly drawn wrong path mystery heron hall solved mary t waggaman prolific catholic writer juvenile fiction late 1800 s early 1900 s introduction maria therese p |
| 4666 |
4636 |
5123 |
Letters to a Daughter and A Little Sermon to School Girls |
Helen Ekin Starrett |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
Helen Ekin Starrett, journalist, mother of two daughters, grandmother of seven granddaughters and teacher to many young girls at the Starrett School for Girls offers lessons in life and religion to girls about to "pass out from the guardianship of home into life with its duties and trials". (Summary by Bianca Kramer, quote from Letter I of this book)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/letters-to-a-daughter-and-a-little-sermon-to-school-girls-by-helen-ekin-starrett/ |
helen ekin starrett journalist mother two daughters grandmother seven granddaughters teacher many young girls starrett school girls offers lessons life religion girls pass guardianship home life duties trials summary bianca kramer quote letter book p |
| 4667 |
4637 |
5125 |
Boyhood |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Boyhood is the second in Tolstoy's trilogy of three autobiographical novels, including Childhood and Youth, published in a literary journal during the 1850s. (Introduction by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/boyhood-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
boyhood second tolstoy s trilogy three autobiographical novels including childhood youth published literary journal 1850s introduction bill boerst p |
| 4668 |
4638 |
5126 |
King's Daughter and Other Stories for Girls |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A charming collection of short stories for young girls, including The King's Daughter, The Old Brown House, A Story for School Girls, What One Lie Did, Two Ways of Reading the Bible, Courtesy to Strangers, Live for Something, and Jennie Browning. Each story subtly teaches an important lesson. (Summary by WoollyBee)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-kings-daughter-and-other-stories-for-girls-by-various/ |
charming collection short stories young girls including king s daughter old brown house story school girls one lie did two ways reading bible courtesy strangers live something jennie browning story subtly teaches important lesson summary woollybee p |
| 4669 |
4640 |
5128 |
Admirable Bashville |
George Bernard Shaw |
Comedy |
The Admirable Bashville is a product of the British law of copyright. As that law stands at present, the first person who patches up a stage version of a novel, however worthless and absurd that version may be, and has it read by himself and a few confederates to another confederate who has paid for admission in a hall licensed for theatrical performances, secures the stage rights of that novel, even as against the author himself; and the author must buy him out before he can touch his own work for the purposes of the stage...As a good Socialist I do not at all object to the limitation of my right of property in my own works to a comparatively brief period, followed by complete Communism: in fact, I cannot see why the same salutary limitation should not be applied to all property rights whatsoever; but a system which enables any alert sharper to acquire property rights in my stories as against myself and the rest of the community would, it seems to me, justify a rebellion if authors were numerous and warlike enough to make one." (Summary by G.B. Shaw, from the Preface)<br/><br/><b>Cast:</b><br>\nLydia/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536" rel="nofollow">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nCashel Byron: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705" rel="nofollow">Algy Pug</a><br>\nBob Mellish: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637" rel="nofollow">Anthony</a><br>\nLucian: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492" rel="nofollow">mb</a><br>\nBashville: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635" rel="nofollow">Matthew Reece</a><br>\nA Newsboy/Master of the Revels: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157" rel="nofollow">TriciaG</a><br>\nCetewayo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037" rel="nofollow">Peter Bishop</a><br>\nLord Worthington: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6005" rel="nofollow">Alan</a><br>\nParadise/Adelaide Gisborne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259" rel="nofollow">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nAudio edited by Arielle Lipshaw<br><br/> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-admirable-bashville-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
admirable bashville product british law copyright law stands present first person patches stage version novel however worthless absurd version may be read confederates another confederate paid admission hall licensed theatrical performances secures stage rights novel even author himself author must buy touch work purposes stage as good socialist object limitation right property works comparatively brief period followed complete communism fact cannot see salutary limitation applied property rights whatsoever system enables alert sharper acquire property rights stories rest community would seems me justify rebellion authors numerous warlike enough make one summary g b shaw preface br br b cast b br lydia narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 rel nofollow arielle lipshaw a br cashel byron a href http librivox org reader 4705 rel nofollow algy pug a br bob mellish a href http librivox org reader 5637 rel nofollow anthony a br lucian a href http librivox org reader 1492 rel nofollow mb a br bashville a href http librivox org reader 5635 rel nofollow matthew reece a br newsboy master revels a href http librivox org reader 3157 rel nofollow triciag a br cetewayo a href http librivox org reader 6037 rel nofollow peter bishop a br lord worthington a href http librivox org reader 6005 rel nofollow alan a br paradise adelaide gisborne a href http librivox org reader 1259 rel nofollow elizabeth klett a br audio edited arielle lipshaw br br |
| 4670 |
4641 |
5129 |
Make Mine Homogenized |
Rick Raphael |
Science Fiction |
Widowed cattle rancher Hetty Thompson had done all right for herself since Big Jim’s death. She had Barney, a loyal if dim-witted ranch hand, and Johnny her assistant manager whom she rescued from a drunken father years before. When the government carves out a huge piece of Frenchman’s Flat for an atomic testing ground Hetty and her neighbors object, but the millitary fences in the range anyway. It wasn’t so bad for a while. Then Hetty’s chickens began laying golden eggs, and her prize Guernsey produced explosive milk. Nevada ranch folk are tough but are they ready for mutant livestock? (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/make-mine-homogenized-by-rick-raphael/ |
widowed cattle rancher hetty thompson done right since big jim s death barney loyal dim witted ranch hand johnny assistant manager rescued drunken father years before government carves huge piece frenchman s flat atomic testing ground hetty neighbors object millitary fences range anyway wasn t bad while hetty s chickens began laying golden eggs prize guernsey produced explosive milk nevada ranch folk tough ready mutant livestock summary gregg margarite p |
| 4671 |
4642 |
5130 |
Königsbraut |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Ein nach der Natur entworfenes Märchen.<br><br>\nEines Tages findet das gartenbegeisterte Fräulein Ännchen eine wunderschönen Ring in ihrem Mohrrübenfeld. Nachdem sie ihn übergestreift hat, kann sie ihn nicht mehr von ihrem Finger bringen und ihr in den geheimen Wissenschaften bewanderter Vater Dapsul von Zabelthau eröffnet ihr, dass sie dadurch die Braut eines gewissen Porphyrio von Ockerodastes geworden ist. Ihr Vater ist begeistert von dieser Verbindung, doch Ännchen fleht ihren an der Universität weilenden Verlobten Amandus von Nebelstern um Hilfe und Rettung an. Als sich herausstellt, dass der vermeintliche Porphyrio von Ockerodastes niemand anders ist als der Gnomenkönig des Gemüsereichs Daucus Carota, wandelt sich Herrn Dapsuls Begeisterung in Entsetzen, doch Ännchen ist ganz entzückt von der Aussicht, Gemüsekönigin zu werden, auch wenn ihr neuer Verlobter alles andere als gutaussehend ist.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/die-konigsbraut-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
p ein nach der natur entworfenes märchen br br eines tages findet das gartenbegeisterte fräulein ännchen eine wunderschönen ring ihrem mohrrübenfeld nachdem sie ihn übergestreift hat kann sie ihn nicht mehr von ihrem finger bringen und ihr den geheimen wissenschaften bewanderter vater dapsul von zabelthau eröffnet ihr dass sie dadurch die braut eines gewissen porphyrio von ockerodastes geworden ist ihr vater ist begeistert von dieser verbindung doch ännchen fleht ihren der universität weilenden verlobten amandus von nebelstern um hilfe und rettung an als sich herausstellt dass der vermeintliche porphyrio von ockerodastes niemand anders ist als der gnomenkönig des gemüsereichs daucus carota wandelt sich herrn dapsuls begeisterung entsetzen doch ännchen ist ganz entzückt von der aussicht gemüsekönigin zu werden auch wenn ihr neuer verlobter alles andere als gutaussehend ist zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4672 |
4643 |
5131 |
Diana |
Susan Warner |
General Fiction |
Diana Starling is the beautiful and quiet daughter of a cold and mentally abusive mother. She falls in love with Evan Nolton, but her mother wishes her to marry someone else. Yet, despite her mother's strong objections, she chooses her own husband. However, she can be truly happy only if she forgets her first love. Will she find the strength do do that? (Introduction by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/diana-by-susan-warner/ |
diana starling beautiful quiet daughter cold mentally abusive mother falls love evan nolton mother wishes marry someone else yet despite mother s strong objections chooses husband however truly happy forgets first love find strength that introduction stav nisser p |
| 4673 |
4644 |
5132 |
Masquerader |
Katherine Cecil Thurston |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
The Masquerader is one of two Katherine Cecil Thurston’s books that appeared on the Publisher’s Weekly best-seekers list in 1905 (The other, The Gambler, is also in the Librivox collection). The Masquerader is part mystery, part romance and part political thriller – all tied up in one neat package. Nature has a way of sometimes making two people nearly indistinguishable in appearance. Such is the premise for this book. John Chilcote, a British politician, and John Loder, a man down on his luck meet by accident one night during one of London’s worst fogs. Chilcote, addicted to morphine, needs to escape his political responsibilities and presents an offer to Loder to exchange places occasionally. Loder, reluctant at first, finally accepts the proposal and finds he fits into Chilcote’s role – perhaps better than Chilcote himself. The exchanges become more frequent and lengthy. Loder, finding his way, discovers he is worthy of Chilcote’s position, especially during an international crisis, but when Chilcote reclaims his life, Loder’s accomplishments try to unravel. Two women are intimately involved in this story – one is Chilcote’s wife, Eve, who is a wife of convenience rather than love. The second is Lady Astrupp. We will say little about Lady Astrupp except that she adds a great deal of suspense to the story. In such a charade, things do not always go as expected. Does Chilcote break his drug habit? What becomes of Loder? Does Eve become suspicious as a wife might? Is the masquerade exposed by……but then I would be telling you more than you should know beforehand.(Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-masquerader-by-katherine-thurston/ |
masquerader one two katherine cecil thurston s books appeared publisher s weekly best seekers list 1905 the other gambler also librivox collection masquerader part mystery part romance part political thriller tied one neat package nature way sometimes making two people nearly indistinguishable appearance premise book john chilcote british politician john loder man luck meet accident one night one london s worst fogs chilcote addicted morphine needs escape political responsibilities presents offer loder exchange places occasionally loder reluctant first finally accepts proposal finds fits chilcote s role perhaps better chilcote himself exchanges become frequent lengthy loder finding way discovers worthy chilcote s position especially international crisis chilcote reclaims life loder s accomplishments try unravel two women intimately involved story one chilcote s wife eve wife convenience rather love second lady astrupp say little lady astrupp except adds great deal suspense story charade things always go expected chilcote break drug habit becomes loder eve become suspicious wife might masquerade exposed by but would telling know beforehand summary tom weiss p |
| 4674 |
4645 |
5133 |
Geen Uitweg |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Vertaling van het kerstverhaal van 1867. Een verwisseling van twee vondelingen in hun vroege jeugd veroorzaakt op volwassen leeftijd de nodige complicaties. Bijzonder is dat dit boek de noodzaak aantoont van snelle en betrouwbare internationale communicatie tussen banken zoals dat pas 100 jaar later in 1977 operationeel is. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/geen-uitweg-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van het kerstverhaal van 1867 een verwisseling van twee vondelingen hun vroege jeugd veroorzaakt op volwassen leeftijd de nodige complicaties bijzonder dat dit boek de noodzaak aantoont van snelle en betrouwbare internationale communicatie tussen banken zoals dat pas 100 jaar later 1977 operationeel is introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4675 |
4646 |
5134 |
Constitución Española de 1978 |
Las Cortes y el Pueblo Español |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Constitución vigente en España actualmente, fruto de la Transición a la democracia tras la muerte de Francisco Franco. (Introducción por AGV)<p> |
Spanish |
1978 |
https://librivox.org/constitucion-espanola-de-1978-by-las-cortes-y-el-pueblo-espanol/ |
constitución vigente en españa actualmente fruto de la transición la democracia tras la muerte de francisco franco introducción por agv p |
| 4676 |
4858 |
5357 |
L'Adultera |
Theodor Fontane |
Romance |
Die Novelle L'Adultera (d.h. die Ehebrecherin; erschienen 1880) ist ein frühes Werk von Theodor Fontane. Es behandelt das gleiche Thema wie der spätere Roman Effi Briest (1894): Eine junge Frau mit einem viel älteren Mann, den sie nicht eigentlich liebt. L'Adultera beruht auf einem Vorfall in der Berliner Gesellschaft um 1874. Die Erzählung geht etwas versöhnlicher aus als Effi Briest.</p> |
German |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/ladultera-by-theodor-fontane/ |
die novelle l adultera d h die ehebrecherin erschienen 1880 ist ein frühes werk von theodor fontane es behandelt das gleiche thema wie der spätere roman effi briest 1894 eine junge frau mit einem viel älteren mann den sie nicht eigentlich liebt l adultera beruht auf einem vorfall der berliner gesellschaft um 1874 die erzählung geht etwas versöhnlicher aus als effi briest p |
| 4677 |
4647 |
5135 |
Admirable Crichton |
J. M. Barrie |
Plays, Satire |
From the author of Peter Pan:<br/><br/>\nLord Loam, a British peer, considers class divisions to be artificial. He promotes his views during tea-parties where servants mingle with his aristocratic guests, to the embarrassment of all. Crichton, his butler, particularly disapproves of this.<br/><br/>\nLoam, his family, a maid, and Crichton are shipwrecked on a deserted tropical island. The resourceful Crichton is the only one of the party with any practical knowledge. Eventually, social roles are reversed, and Crichton becomes the governor. (Intro from Wikipedia & TriciaG)<br/><br/><b>Cast</b> (in order of appearance)<br><p>Storyteller/Stage Directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Ernest Woolley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Crichton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lady Agatha Lasenby: <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lady Catherine Lasenby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>Lady Mary Lasenby: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mr. Treherne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Lord Loam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>Lord Brocklehurst: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6019">DerekP</a><br>Monseur Fleury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6032">Beverly Scott</a><br>Miss Fisher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Mr. Tompsett & Naval Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Tweeny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5375">BumbleVee</a><br>Lady Brocklehurst: <a href="http://www.woodmr.net/">Michelle R. Wood</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> TriciaG<br/><br/> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-admirable-crichton-by-j-m-barrie/ |
author peter pan br br lord loam british peer considers class divisions artificial promotes views tea parties servants mingle aristocratic guests embarrassment all crichton butler particularly disapproves this br br loam family maid crichton shipwrecked deserted tropical island resourceful crichton one party practical knowledge eventually social roles reversed crichton becomes governor intro wikipedia triciag br br b cast b in order appearance br p storyteller stage directions a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br ernest woolley a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br crichton a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lady agatha lasenby a href http wildemoose wordpress com arielle lipshaw a br lady catherine lasenby a href http librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br lady mary lasenby a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br mr treherne a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br lord loam a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br lord brocklehurst a href http librivox org reader 6019 derekp a br monseur fleury a href http librivox org reader 6032 beverly scott a br miss fisher a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br mr tompsett naval officer a href http librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br tweeny a href http librivox org reader 5375 bumblevee a br lady brocklehurst a href http www woodmr net michelle r wood a br br strong audio edited by strong triciag br br |
| 4678 |
4648 |
5136 |
Lives of Girls Who Became Famous |
Sarah Knowles Bolton |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This book is a collection of short biographies of notable women, including Harriet Beecher Stowe, Louisa May Alcott, Florence Nightingale, and many others. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-girls-who-became-famous-by-sarah-knowles-bolton/ |
book collection short biographies notable women including harriet beecher stowe louisa may alcott florence nightingale many others summary arielle lipshaw p |
| 4679 |
4649 |
5137 |
In the Cage |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
In the Cage is a novella by Henry James, first published as a book in 1898. This long story centers on an unnamed London telegraphist. She deciphers clues to her clients' personal lives from the often cryptic telegrams they submit to her as she sits in the "cage" at the post office. Sensitive and intelligent, the telegraphist eventually finds out more than she may want to know. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-cage-by-henry-james/ |
cage novella henry james first published book 1898 long story centers unnamed london telegraphist deciphers clues clients personal lives often cryptic telegrams submit sits cage post office sensitive intelligent telegraphist eventually finds may want know introduction wikipedia p |
| 4680 |
4650 |
5138 |
Ten Days in the Light of Acca |
Julia M. Grundy |
Travel & Geography, Other religions |
This work is the story of a pilgrimage made over a hundred years ago by a group of American pilgrims. They were not headed for Canterbury, Rome or Jerusalem. Rather, they were headed for an historical but remote prison-city in a far corner of the Ottoman Empire. ‘Akká (Akko), now a city in Israel which attracts thousands of Bahá’í pilgrims each year, was but little thought of in that early period. It was originally the final place of exile and imprisonment for Bahá’u’lláh, a Persian nobleman who proclaimed that He was the Promised One of all religions and Messenger of God for this day and age. It was also the home of His eldest son, ‘Abbás Effendí, known as ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (Servant of Bahá), or Áqá (the Master), who was the leader of the Bahá’í Faith after Bahá’u’lláh’s passing in 1892. The first Western Bahá’í pilgrims arrived in 1898, which was then followed by a nearly continuous stream of pilgrims that has now grown into a river of devoted followers from all parts of the globe. The Bahá’í Faith was a little known religion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has now become widely recognised as the newest of the great world religions and the second-most widespread religion on the planet. The author, Julia M. Grundy, is a bit of a mystery. She was in the pilgrimage party of Mr. and Mrs. Howard MacNutt in 1905. This book, published in 1907, is the result of that journey. It contains the teachings and wisdom which Grundy recorded during her brief stay in the Holy Land. While these insights may be valuable, one must remember that Bahá’ís do not consider ‘pilgrim’s notes’ as authoritative. They may not represent the actual words spoken by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. For information on authoritative Bahá’í teachings, please consult the writings of Bahá’u’lláh, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá and Shoghi Effendi. (Introduction by Nicholas J. Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ten-days-in-the-light-of-acca-by-julia-m-grundy/ |
work story pilgrimage made hundred years ago group american pilgrims headed canterbury rome jerusalem rather headed historical remote prison city far corner ottoman empire akká akko city israel attracts thousands bahá í pilgrims year little thought early period originally final place exile imprisonment bahá u lláh persian nobleman proclaimed promised one religions messenger god day age also home eldest son abbás effendí known abdu l bahá servant bahá áqá the master leader bahá í faith bahá u lláh s passing 1892 first western bahá í pilgrims arrived 1898 followed nearly continuous stream pilgrims grown river devoted followers parts globe bahá í faith little known religion late 19th early 20th centuries become widely recognised newest great world religions second most widespread religion planet author julia m grundy bit mystery pilgrimage party mr mrs howard macnutt 1905 book published 1907 result journey contains teachings wisdom grundy recorded brief stay holy land insights may valuable one must remember bahá ís consider pilgrim s notes authoritative may represent actual words spoken abdu l bahá information authoritative bahá í teachings please consult writings bahá u lláh abdu l bahá shoghi effendi introduction nicholas j bridgewater p |
| 4681 |
4651 |
5139 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 048 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 048: a collection of 19 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-048-by-various/ |
librivox s short story collection 048 collection 19 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 4682 |
4652 |
5140 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約全書 - 馬可福音 (Mark) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhé běn; literally "harmonized/united version") is the predominant Chinese language translation of the Bible used by Chinese Protestants. It is considered by many to be the Chinese Protestant’s Bible. The CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin version, published in two slightly different editions - the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版) - differing in the way the word “God” is translated.<br/><br/>\n\n聖經 (和合本)(簡稱和合本;或稱國語和合本、官話和合本),是今日華語人士最普遍使用的聖經譯本。此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯《官話和合本》、《淺文理和合譯本》及《文理和合譯本》。<br/><br/>\n\n(Summaries from Wikipedia)</p> |
Chinese |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/bible-cuv-nt-02-mark-by-chinese-union-version/ |
chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhé běn literally harmonized united version predominant chinese language translation bible used chinese protestants considered many chinese protestant s bible cuv use today vernacular mandarin version published two slightly different editions shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated br br 聖經 和合本 簡稱和合本 或稱國語和合本 官話和合本 是今日華語人士最普遍使用的聖經譯本 此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯 官話和合本 淺文理和合譯本 及 文理和合譯本 br br summaries wikipedia p |
| 4683 |
4653 |
5141 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 02 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the second volume, 44 short stories and poems have been gathered from 31 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel))<br><br>The Wit and Humor od America series was edited by American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915)(from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-volume-2-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this second volume 44 short stories poems gathered 31 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel br br the wit humor od america series edited american humorist marshall pinckney wilder 1859 1915 from wikipedia p |
| 4684 |
4949 |
5455 |
Bible (KJV) 21: Ecclesiastes |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The book of Ecclesiastes is a wonderful book. It tells how all man's doing is futile, if it is done in his own strength. The last two verses sum it up quite nicely: "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiastes-by-king-james-version/ |
book ecclesiastes wonderful book tells man s futile done strength last two verses sum quite nicely let us hear conclusion whole matter fear god keep commandments whole duty man god shall bring every work judgment every secret thing whether good whether evil summary gabriellec p |
| 4685 |
4654 |
5142 |
Narrative of Sojourner Truth |
Olive Gilbert |
*Non-fiction, History |
The Narrative of Sojourner Truth is the gripping autobiographical account of Sojourner Truths life as a slave in pre-Civil War New York State, and her eventual escape to Freedom. Since Sojourner could neither read or write, she dictated her story to Olive Gilbert after they met at a Women’s Rights rally. The Narrative was first published in 1850, and was widely distributed by the Abolitionist Movement. It was one of the catalysts for the rise of anti-slavery public opinion in the years leading up to the Civil War. Though Olive Gilbert's writing about Sojourner takes on a patronizing tone at times (a weakness of some Abolitionists), The Narrative of Sojourner Truth remains a moving and historic document, chronicling the struggles of African-Americans under slavery and the life of a truly remarkable woman. (Introduction by Marc Kockinos)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-narrative-of-sojourner-truth-by-olive-gilbert/ |
narrative sojourner truth gripping autobiographical account sojourner truths life slave pre civil war new york state eventual escape freedom since sojourner could neither read write dictated story olive gilbert met women s rights rally narrative first published 1850 widely distributed abolitionist movement one catalysts rise anti slavery public opinion years leading civil war though olive gilbert s writing sojourner takes patronizing tone times a weakness abolitionists narrative sojourner truth remains moving historic document chronicling struggles african americans slavery life truly remarkable woman introduction marc kockinos p |
| 4686 |
4655 |
5143 |
Mahabharata by Vyasa: The epic of ancient India condensed into English verse |
Romesh C. Dutt |
Poetry, Epics |
The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. Traditionally, the authorship of the Mahabharata is attributed to Vyasa. With more than 74,000 verses, Mahabharata is said to be the longest poem. Mahabharata tells the story of the epic Kurukshetra War and the fates of the cousin brothers Kauravas and the Pandavas. But more than that the Mahabharata contains much philosophical and devotional material, such as a discussion of the four "goals of life" or 'purusharthas'. The latter are enumerated as dharma (right action), artha (purpose), kama (pleasure), and moksha (liberation). (Introduction by om123)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-mahabharata-by-vyasa-the-epic-of-ancient-india-condensed-into-english-verse-by-romesh-c-dutt/ |
mahabharata one two major sanskrit epics ancient india traditionally authorship mahabharata attributed vyasa 74 000 verses mahabharata said longest poem mahabharata tells story epic kurukshetra war fates cousin brothers kauravas pandavas mahabharata contains much philosophical devotional material discussion four goals life purusharthas latter enumerated dharma right action artha purpose kama pleasure moksha liberation introduction om123 p |
| 4687 |
4656 |
5144 |
Heimatlos - Geschichten für Kinder und auch für solche, welche die Kinder lieb haben |
Johanna Spyri |
General |
Ihr erstes Kinderbuch «Heimathlos» enthielt die Erzählungen «Am Silser- und am Gardasee» und «Wie Wiseli’s Weg gefunden wird» und erschien 1878 bei F. A. Perthes in Gotha. Als Autorin war nicht Johanna Spyri angegeben, sondern „Von der Verfasserin von «Ein Blatt auf Vrony’s Grab“. Erstmals fand sich auf dem Umschlag die Anmerkung «Eine Geschichte für Kinder und auch für Solche, welche die Kinder lieb haben», welche auf fast allen Ausgaben Spyris zu finden ist.... (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/heimatlos-geschichten-fuer-kinder-und-auch-fuer-solche-welche-die-kinder-lieb-haben-by-johanna-spyri/ |
ihr erstes kinderbuch heimathlos enthielt die erzählungen am silser und gardasee und wie wiseli s weg gefunden wird und erschien 1878 bei f a perthes gotha als autorin war nicht johanna spyri angegeben sondern von der verfasserin von ein blatt auf vrony s grab erstmals fand sich auf dem umschlag die anmerkung eine geschichte für kinder und auch für solche welche die kinder lieb haben welche auf fast allen ausgaben spyris zu finden ist zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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4657 |
5145 |
Fatherland |
Sir Henry Parkes |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 4 recordings of Fatherland by Sir Henry Parkes. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 23rd, 2011.<br><br>Sir Henry Parkes, GCMG (27 May 1815 – 27 April 1896) was an Australian statesman, the "Father of Federation." As the earliest advocate of a Federal Council of the colonies of Australia, a precursor to the Federation of Australia, he is generally considered the most prominent of the Australian Founding Fathers.<br><br>Parkes was described during his lifetime by The Times as "the most commanding figure in Australian politics". Alfred Deakin described him as "though not rich or versatile, his personality was massive, durable and imposing, resting upon elementary qualities of human nature elevated by a strong mind. He was cast in the mould of a great man and though he suffered from numerous pettinesses, spites and failings, he was in himself a large-brained self-educated Titan whose natural field was found in Parliament and whose resources of character and intellect enabled him in his later years to overshadow all his contemporaries".<br><br>Parkes's literary work includes six volumes of verse, Stolen Moments (1842), Murmurs of the Stream (1857), Studies in Rhyme (1870), The Beauteous Terrorist and Other Poems (1885), Fragmentary Thoughts (1889), Sonnets and Other Verses (1895). It has been the general practice to laugh at Parkes's poetic efforts, and it is true that his work could sometimes be almost unbelievably bad. Yet though he had no real claims to be a poet he wrote some weak, sincere verse which has occasionally been included in Australian anthologies. (Summary from Wikipedia.)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/fatherland-by-sir-henry-parkes/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 4 recordings fatherland sir henry parkes weekly poetry project january 23rd 2011 br br sir henry parkes gcmg 27 may 1815 27 april 1896 australian statesman father federation earliest advocate federal council colonies australia precursor federation australia generally considered prominent australian founding fathers br br parkes described lifetime times the commanding figure australian politics alfred deakin described though rich versatile personality massive durable imposing resting upon elementary qualities human nature elevated strong mind cast mould great man though suffered numerous pettinesses spites failings large brained self educated titan whose natural field found parliament whose resources character intellect enabled later years overshadow contemporaries br br parkes s literary work includes six volumes verse stolen moments 1842 murmurs stream 1857 studies rhyme 1870 beauteous terrorist poems 1885 fragmentary thoughts 1889 sonnets verses 1895 general practice laugh parkes s poetic efforts true work could sometimes almost unbelievably bad yet though real claims poet wrote weak sincere verse occasionally included australian anthologies summary wikipedia p |
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4658 |
5146 |
Of Peace of Mind |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
How to maintain a tranquil mind amongst social upheaval and turmoil, addressed to Serenus. (Introduction by Jonathan Hockey)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/of-peace-of-mind-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
maintain tranquil mind amongst social upheaval turmoil addressed serenus introduction jonathan hockey p |
| 4690 |
4659 |
5147 |
Essays book 1 |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne |
Essays, Early Modern |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne is one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance, known for popularising the essay as a literary genre and is popularly thought of as the father of Modern Skepticism. He became famous for his effortless ability to merge serious intellectual speculation with casual anecdotes and autobiography—and his massive volume Essais (translated literally as "Attempts") contains, to this day, some of the most widely influential essays ever written. (Summary extracted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/essays-book-1-by-michel-eyquem-de-montaigne/ |
michel eyquem de montaigne one influential writers french renaissance known popularising essay literary genre popularly thought father modern skepticism became famous effortless ability merge serious intellectual speculation casual anecdotes autobiography and massive volume essais translated literally attempts contains day widely influential essays ever written summary extracted wikipedia p |
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4660 |
5148 |
Woman in Science |
John Augustine Zahm |
*Non-fiction, History , Science |
<p>A history of woman's role in science through the ages and the many contributions she has made. (summary by Guero)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/woman-in-science-by-john-augustine-zahm/ |
p a history woman s role science ages many contributions made summary guero p |
| 4692 |
4661 |
5149 |
Jolanthes Hochzeit |
Hermann Sudermann |
General Fiction |
»Jolanthes Hochzeit« ist eine Novelle des ostpreußischen Schriftstellers und Bühnenautors Hermann Sudermann.\nDer schon etwas in die Jahre gekommenene Freiherr von Hanckel auf Ilgenstein hat seinem Freunde Pütz auf dem Sterbebett versprochen, sich um dessen Sohn Lothar zu kümmern, der nun in wirtschaftlichen Schwierigkeiten ist und seinen Abschied als Gardeleutnant nehmen muss. Um die Verhältnisse des jungen Mannes zu ordnen, begibt sich Hanckel zu dem Gutsherrn Krakow von Krakowitz; er will versuchen, einen schon seit Jahren andauernden erbitterten Erbschafts-Rechtsstreit zwischen Krakow und seinem Freund beizulegen. Dort lernt er Krakows junge und bildschöne Tochter Jolanthe kennen. Der alte Junggeselle, »dicker, kahler Schädel, Specknacken, Doppelkinn, das Ganze feurig braunrot wie ein scharf angeheizter Kupferkessel«, ist völlig hingerissen von dem Mädchen, er verliebt sich augenblicklich in sie, und es beginnt ein etwas skurriles Brautwerben. Jolanthe und ihre Eltern scheinen von der guten Partie angetan zu sein, und bald wird sogar die Heirat des ungleichen Paares geplant. Doch da ist immer noch des Brautvaters unversöhnlicher Hass, der nun auch auf Hanckels Schützling Lothar fällt, und Hanckel fühlt sich in dieser Situation alles andere als wohl. Hanckel verliert immer mehr die Kontrolle über sich und das, was um ihn herum geschieht, und auf der Hochzeitsfeier begegnen sich schließlich Jolanthe und Lothar... (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/jolanthes-hochzeit-by-hermann-sudermann/ |
jolanthes hochzeit ist eine novelle des ostpreußischen schriftstellers und bühnenautors hermann sudermann der schon etwas die jahre gekommenene freiherr von hanckel auf ilgenstein hat seinem freunde pütz auf dem sterbebett versprochen sich um dessen sohn lothar zu kümmern der nun wirtschaftlichen schwierigkeiten ist und seinen abschied als gardeleutnant nehmen muss um die verhältnisse des jungen mannes zu ordnen begibt sich hanckel zu dem gutsherrn krakow von krakowitz er versuchen einen schon seit jahren andauernden erbitterten erbschafts rechtsstreit zwischen krakow und seinem freund beizulegen dort lernt er krakows junge und bildschöne tochter jolanthe kennen der alte junggeselle dicker kahler schädel specknacken doppelkinn das ganze feurig braunrot wie ein scharf angeheizter kupferkessel ist völlig hingerissen von dem mädchen er verliebt sich augenblicklich sie und es beginnt ein etwas skurriles brautwerben jolanthe und ihre eltern scheinen von der guten partie angetan zu sein und bald wird sogar die heirat des ungleichen paares geplant doch da ist immer noch des brautvaters unversöhnlicher hass der nun auch auf hanckels schützling lothar fällt und hanckel fühlt sich dieser situation alles andere als wohl hanckel verliert immer mehr die kontrolle über sich und das um ihn herum geschieht und auf der hochzeitsfeier begegnen sich schließlich jolanthe und lothar zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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4662 |
5150 |
Charlotte Temple |
Susanna Rowson |
Romance |
<p>Charlotte Temple, a cautionary tale for young women, follows the unfortunate adventures of the eponymous heroine as she is seduced by a dashing soldier, Montraville. Influenced by both her lover and an unruly teacher at her boarding school, she is persuaded to run away to America, where she is eventually abandoned by Montraville after he becomes bored, leaving her alone and pregnant. First published in England in 1791, it went on to become America's bestselling novel, only being ousted by Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. (Summary by BumbleVee)</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/charlotte-temple-by-susanna-rowson/ |
p charlotte temple cautionary tale young women follows unfortunate adventures eponymous heroine seduced dashing soldier montraville influenced lover unruly teacher boarding school persuaded run away america eventually abandoned montraville becomes bored leaving alone pregnant first published england 1791 went become america s bestselling novel ousted harriet beecher stowe s uncle tom s cabin summary bumblevee p |
| 4694 |
4663 |
5151 |
Null-ABC |
John J. McGuire |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
"There's some reaction these days that holds scientists responsible for war. Take it one step further: What happens if "book-learnin'" is held responsible ...?"\n(quote from Astounding Science Fiction, Feb 1953)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/null-abc-by-h-beam-piper/ |
there s reaction days holds scientists responsible war take one step further happens book learnin held responsible quote astounding science fiction feb 1953 p |
| 4695 |
4664 |
5152 |
Mashi and Other Stories |
Rabindranath Tagore |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
A 1918 collection of short stories, by the popular Bengali writer.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/mashi-and-other-stories-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
1918 collection short stories popular bengali writer summary bellonatimes p |
| 4696 |
4665 |
5153 |
Doctor's Dilemma |
George Bernard Shaw |
Humorous Fiction, Comedy |
<p>The Doctor's Dilemma is about Dr. Colenso Ridgeon, who has recently been knighted because of a miraculous new treatment he developed for tuberculosis. As his friends arrive to congratulate him on his success, he is visited by two figures who present him with a difficult decision. He has room for one more patient in his clinic; should he give it to Louis Dubedat, a brilliant but absolutely immoral artist, or Dr. Blenkinsop, a poor and rather ordinary physician who is a truly good person? Dr. Ridgeon's dilemma is heightened when he falls for Jennifer Dubedat, the artist's wife, who is innocent of her husband's profligacy. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Redpenny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6019">DerekP</a><br>Emmy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6084">Amallen</a><br>Dr. Ridgeon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Dr. Schutzmacher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Sir Patrick Cullen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Cutler Walpole: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sir Ralph Bloomfield Bonington: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Dr. Blenkinsop: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Jennifer Dubedat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Louis Dubedat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>The Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">rashada</a><br>The Newspaper Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>The Secretary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-doctors-dilemma-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
p the doctor s dilemma dr colenso ridgeon recently knighted miraculous new treatment developed tuberculosis friends arrive congratulate success visited two figures present difficult decision room one patient clinic give louis dubedat brilliant absolutely immoral artist dr blenkinsop poor rather ordinary physician truly good person dr ridgeon s dilemma heightened falls jennifer dubedat artist s wife innocent husband s profligacy summary elizabeth klett p strong cast strong br redpenny a href http librivox org reader 6019 derekp a br emmy a href http librivox org reader 6084 amallen a br dr ridgeon a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br dr schutzmacher a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br sir patrick cullen a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cutler walpole a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sir ralph bloomfield bonington a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br dr blenkinsop a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br jennifer dubedat a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br louis dubedat a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br the maid a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br the newspaper man a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br the secretary a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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4666 |
5154 |
tiefes Geheimnis |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
Alle halten die Gesellschafterin Sara Leeson für eine rätselhafte Person. Nach dem Tod ihrer Herrin Mistreß Treverton versteckt sie einen Brief im unbewohnten Flügel des Herrenhauses und verschwindet spurlos.<br></br>\n15 Jahre später ist die Tochter von Mistreß Treverton frisch verheiratet. Als sie erkrankt, wird eine Pflegerin aus der Nachbarschaft engagiert. Dieses macht sich durch ihr seltsames Verhalten und die übergroße Anteilnahme an ihrem Pflegling verdächtig. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ein-tiefes-geheimnis-by-wilkie-collins/ |
alle halten die gesellschafterin sara leeson für eine rätselhafte person nach dem tod ihrer herrin mistreß treverton versteckt sie einen brief im unbewohnten flügel des herrenhauses und verschwindet spurlos br br 15 jahre später ist die tochter von mistreß treverton frisch verheiratet als sie erkrankt wird eine pflegerin aus der nachbarschaft engagiert dieses macht sich durch ihr seltsames verhalten und die übergroße anteilnahme ihrem pflegling verdächtig zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 4698 |
4667 |
5155 |
Tagalog Short Works - Vol. 1 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Ipinakikilala ng mga boluntaryo ng Librivox ang isang koleskyon ng mga gawaing Tagalog sa pampublikong pag-aari. Ang mga sumusunod na bahagi ay pinili ng mga mababasa... </p> |
Tagalog |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tagalog-short-works-vol-1-by-various/ |
ipinakikilala ng mga boluntaryo ng librivox ang isang koleskyon ng mga gawaing tagalog sa pampublikong pag aari ang mga sumusunod na bahagi ay pinili ng mga mababasa p |
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4668 |
5156 |
History of Julius Caesar |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
The book chronicles the extraordinary life and leadership of Rome’s Emperor Julius Caesar, from his early years to his assassination. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-julius-caesar-by-jacob-abbott/ |
book chronicles extraordinary life leadership rome s emperor julius caesar early years assassination summary cathy barratt p |
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4675 |
5163 |
American Senator |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
<p>The American Senator is a novel written in 1875 by Anthony Trollope. Although not one of Trollope's better-known works, it is notable for its depictions of rural English life and for its many detailed fox hunting scenes. In its anti-heroine, Arabella Trefoil, it presents a scathing but ultimately sympathetic portrayal of a woman who has abandoned virtually all scruples in her quest for a husband. Through the eponymous Senator, Trollope offers comments on the irrational aspects of English life. (Description by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-senator-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p the american senator novel written 1875 anthony trollope although one trollope s better known works notable depictions rural english life many detailed fox hunting scenes anti heroine arabella trefoil presents scathing ultimately sympathetic portrayal woman abandoned virtually scruples quest husband eponymous senator trollope offers comments irrational aspects english life description wikipedia p |
| 4701 |
4669 |
5157 |
Niels Holgersens wunderbare Reise mit den Wildgänsen - Erster Teil |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Action & Adventure |
Dies ist die Geschichte des 14-jährigen Niels Holgersen, der von einem Kobold, den er ärgert, selbst auf Koboldgröße geschrumpft wird. Mit der Hausgans Martin, die sich einem Schwarm Wildgänsen anschließt, fliegt er durch ganz Schweden bis zu den Brutgebieten der Gänse im nördlichen Lappland und wieder zurück. Unterwegs erlebt er viele Abenteuer, wird erwachsener und lernt im Umgang mit den Tieren, ein besserer Mensch zu sein. Dieses Buch ist ein Abenteuerroman und ein Entwicklungsroman, gleichermaßen ein Buch für Kinder und Erwachsene. Selma Lagerlöf erhielt wohl auch für den Niels Holgersen 1909 als erste Frau den Literaturnobelpreis.<br/>Dies ist der erste von zwei Teilen. (Zusammenfassung von Sonja)</p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/niels-holgersens-wunderbare-reise-mit-den-wildgaensen-erster-teil-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
dies ist die geschichte des 14 jährigen niels holgersen der von einem kobold den er ärgert selbst auf koboldgröße geschrumpft wird mit der hausgans martin die sich einem schwarm wildgänsen anschließt fliegt er durch ganz schweden bis zu den brutgebieten der gänse im nördlichen lappland und wieder zurück unterwegs erlebt er viele abenteuer wird erwachsener und lernt im umgang mit den tieren ein besserer mensch zu sein dieses buch ist ein abenteuerroman und ein entwicklungsroman gleichermaßen ein buch für kinder und erwachsene selma lagerlöf erhielt wohl auch für den niels holgersen 1909 als erste frau den literaturnobelpreis br dies ist der erste von zwei teilen zusammenfassung von sonja p |
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4670 |
5158 |
Pijpelijntjes |
Jacob Israël de Haan |
General Fiction |
Joop en Sam wonen samen bij Juffrouw Meks in de Amsterdamse volksbuurt de Pijp.\nDe vroeg-20ste-eeuwse, impressionistische roman Pijpelijntjes is een belangrijk literair document, dat helder de sociale situatie en het leven in een Amsterdamse volkswijk weergeeft. Het boek baarde in 1904 opzien, omdat het homosexualiteit tot thema heeft. <br />Het boek is uitgegeven in twee versies. Hier wordt voorgelezen uit de eerste van die twee.<br /><br />Noot: De lezer die met de plattegrond van Amsterdam in de hand zou willen nagaan waar het verhaal van deze roman zich afspeelt, zal geen moeite hebben om de straten die genoemd worden te vinden. Met één uitzondering. Tegen het einde van zijn boek noemt De Haan de Hoedemakersstraat. De naam van deze straat werd later veranderd in Kuipersstraat.</p> |
Dutch |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/pijpelijntjes-by-jacob-israel-de-haan/ |
joop en sam wonen samen bij juffrouw meks de amsterdamse volksbuurt de pijp de vroeg 20ste eeuwse impressionistische roman pijpelijntjes een belangrijk literair document dat helder de sociale situatie en het leven een amsterdamse volkswijk weergeeft het boek baarde 1904 opzien omdat het homosexualiteit tot thema heeft br het boek uitgegeven twee versies hier wordt voorgelezen uit de eerste van die twee br br noot de lezer die met de plattegrond van amsterdam de hand zou willen nagaan waar het verhaal van deze roman zich afspeelt zal geen moeite hebben om de straten die genoemd worden te vinden met één uitzondering tegen het einde van zijn boek noemt de haan de hoedemakersstraat de naam van deze straat werd later veranderd kuipersstraat p |
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4671 |
5159 |
Evangeline |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry |
Evangeline is one of Longfellow’s most popular poems and was once a great favorite with the American people. For many years almost every school child studied this poem during the middle school years. Although the decline of the reputation of the once-idolized poet has also brought neglect to this classic, it is still a very touching and expertly written work of art. It is based upon the tragic expulsion of the French settlers from Acadia (located in the Canadian maritime provinces) during the French & Indian War (1754-1763). Many Acadians died as a result of their exile, and many families were separated, including the heroine of this poem and her betrothed. Although she is a fictional character, statues of her and other memorials exist in Nova Scotia and other places now inhabited by descendants of the Acadians, later frequently known as “Cajuns.” (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/evangeline-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
evangeline one longfellow s popular poems great favorite american people many years almost every school child studied poem middle school years although decline reputation once idolized poet also brought neglect classic still touching expertly written work art based upon tragic expulsion french settlers acadia located canadian maritime provinces french indian war 1754 1763 many acadians died result exile many families separated including heroine poem betrothed although fictional character statues memorials exist nova scotia places inhabited descendants acadians later frequently known cajuns introduction leonard wilson p |
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4672 |
5160 |
Parables from Nature |
Margaret Gatty |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Parables From Nature is a collection of short stories which were originally published as 4 separate volumes. They are inspired from Nature and written for children. Nevertheless, Gatty uses children's literature because she knows that in doing so, she can reach a wider group of readers and point out problems from the Victorian Age. (Summary by sailormoon)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/parables-from-nature-by-margaret-gatty/ |
parables nature collection short stories originally published 4 separate volumes inspired nature written children nevertheless gatty uses children s literature knows so reach wider group readers point problems victorian age summary sailormoon p |
| 4705 |
4673 |
5161 |
Life and Death of King John |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
The Life and Death of King John, a history play by William Shakespeare, dramatises the reign of John, King of England (ruled 1199–1216), son of Henry II of England and Eleanor of Aquitaine and father of Henry III of England. It is believed to have been written in the mid-1590s but was not published until it appeared in the First Folio in 1623.<br><br>John (24 December 1166 – 19 October 1216), also known as John Lackland or Softsword, was King of England from 6 April 1199 until his death. His reign saw the loss of the duchy of Normandy to the French king Philip II in 1204, resulting in the collapse of most of the Angevin Empire and the subsequent growth in the power of the Capetian dynasty over the rest of the 13th century. The baronial revolt at the end of John's reign saw the signing of the Magna Carta, a document often considered to be an early step in the evolution of the constitution of the United Kingdom.<br><br>Contemporary chroniclers were mostly critical of John's performance as king, and his reign has since been subject to significant debate and periodic revision by historians from the 16th century onwards. Historian Jim Bradbury has summarised the contemporary historical opinion of John's positive qualities, observing that John is today usually considered a "hard-working administrator, an able man, an able general". Nonetheless, modern historians agree that he also had many faults as king, including what historian Ralph Turner describes as "distasteful, even dangerous personality traits", such as pettiness, spitefulness and cruelty. (summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\n\nArthur, Duke of Bretagne, nephew to the king - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6019">DerekP</a><br />\nBlanch, of Spain, niece to King John - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br />\nCardinal Pandulph, the Pope's legate - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nChatillon, ambassador from France to King John - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nConstance, mother to Arthur - <a href="http://wildemoose.wordpress.com">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nEnglish Herald - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014"> Tina Nuzzi </a><br />\nEssex, earl of Essex - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br />\nFaulconbridge, son of Sir Robert Faulconbridge - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595"> Martin Geeson</a> <br />\nFirst Citizen and First Executioner - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nFrench Herald - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698"> Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br />\nHubert de Burgh - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618"> - Timothy Ferguson</a><br />\nJames Gurney, servant to Lady Faulconbridge - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595"> - Martin Geeson</a><br />\nKing John, king of England - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br />\nKing Phillip, king of France - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267"> Ric F</a><br />\nLady Faulconbridge, wife to Sir Robert Faulconbridge - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6031"> Julie Parmenter</a><br />\nLewis, the Dauphin- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624"> David Nicol</a><br />\nLord Bigot - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6114">G ZED</a><br />\nLymoges, duke of Austria - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5624"> rigbyjm</a><br />\nMelun, a Fench Lord - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698"> Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a> <br />\nMessenger - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6014"> Tina Nuzzi</a><br />\nPembroke, earl of Pembroke - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037"> bish</a><br />\nPeter of Pomfret, a prophet - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595"> Martin Geeson</a><br />\nPhilip the Bastard, illegitimate son of Sir Robert Faulconbridge - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett </a><br />\nPrince Henry, son to King John - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br />\nQueen Elinor, mother to King John- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br />\nSalisbury, earl of Salisbury - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br />\nNarrator - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911"> David Lawrence</a><br />Audio edited by Algy Pug</p>\n |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-death-of-king-john-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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4674 |
5162 |
Granny's Wonderful Chair (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Browne |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Her most famous work, Granny's Wonderful Chair, was published in 1856 and it is still in print to this day. It is a richly imaginative book of fairy stories and has been translated into many languages. This work, read as a child by Frances Hodgson Burnett, inspired the writings of Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories (Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel)<br><br><b>Cast:</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Giesel</a><br>Storytelling Chair: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Female 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Female 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Female 3: <a href="http://designsbyrashada.com">rashada</a><br>Female 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>Female 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5636">Joyce Couch</a><br>Female 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Male 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6320">Glenn Previtera</a><br>Male 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Male 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br>Male 4: <a href="http://portfolio.reecezone.net/">Matthew Reece</a><br>Male 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Male 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Male 7: <a href="http://www.belleguelle.net">Steve Belleguelle</a><br>Male 8: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a><br>Male 9: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5977">Ken Felt</a><br><br><b>Project Editor:</b> Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/grannys-wonderful-chair-by-frances-browne/ |
famous work granny s wonderful chair published 1856 still print day richly imaginative book fairy stories translated many languages work read child frances hodgson burnett inspired writings little saint elizabeth stories summary wikipedia linette geisel br br b cast b br br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette giesel a br storytelling chair a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br female 1 a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br female 2 a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br female 3 a href http designsbyrashada com rashada a br female 4 a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br female 5 a href http librivox org reader 5636 joyce couch a br female 6 a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br male 1 a href http librivox org reader 6320 glenn previtera a br male 2 a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br male 3 a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br male 4 a href http portfolio reecezone net matthew reece a br male 5 a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br male 6 a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br male 7 a href http www belleguelle net steve belleguelle a br male 8 a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br male 9 a href http librivox org reader 5977 ken felt a br br b project editor b phil chenevert p |
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4676 |
5164 |
Piano and Song |
Friedrich Wieck |
*Non-fiction, Music |
<p>This book talks about teaching, learning and performing on the piano in a delightful style, alternating between conversation and instruction. As he was the father of Clara Schumann and Robert Schumann's teacher, need I say more? (Summary by SandraG)</p><p>Cast:</p><p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6003">sparks0314</a><br/>Dominie: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br/>Emma: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br/>Friend: <a >Marty Kris</a><br/>Bessie: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br/>Herr Zach: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">bish</a><br/>Mrs Zach: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6147">Liberty Stump</a><br/>Stock: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6035">Marty Kris</a><br/>Mr Buffalo: <a href=" http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6005">Alan</a><br/>Mrs Solid: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6215">Janet248</a><br/>Emily: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5077">Sandra G</a><br/>John Spriggins: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">bish</a><br/>Mrs Spriggins: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4706">SallyMC</a><br/>Lizzie: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5077">Sandra G</a><br/>Mr. Shepard: <a href=" http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6005">Alan</a><br/>Mrs N.: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br/>Fatima: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br/>Mr Feeble: <a href=" http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6005">Alan</a><br/>Mr Gold: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">bish</a><br/>Mrs Gold: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6147">Liberty Stump</a><br/>Mr Pious: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br/>Mr Forte: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6035">Marty Kris</a><br/>Mr Silver: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6065">David Olson</a><p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/piano-and-song-by-wieck-friedrich/ |
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4677 |
5165 |
Greater Inclination |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>This is Edith Wharton's earliest published collection of short stories (1899). Like much of her later work, they touch on themes of marriage, male/female relationships, New York society, and the nature and purpose of art. One of the stories, "The Twilight of the God," is written as a short play. The role of Warland is read by mb, and the role of Oberville by Bruce Pirie. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-greater-inclination-by-edith-wharton/ |
p this edith wharton s earliest published collection short stories 1899 like much later work touch themes marriage male female relationships new york society nature purpose art one stories the twilight god written short play role warland read mb role oberville bruce pirie summary elizabeth klett p |
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4678 |
5166 |
Crucial Instances |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<p>This is Edith Wharton's second published collection of short stories (1901). One of these seven stories, "Copy: A Dialogue," is written as a short play. The role of Hilda is read by Arielle Lipshaw, and the role of Ventnor by Mark F. Smith. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</P> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/crucial-instances-by-edith-wharton/ |
p this edith wharton s second published collection short stories 1901 one seven stories copy dialogue written short play role hilda read arielle lipshaw role ventnor mark f smith summary elizabeth klett p |
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4679 |
5167 |
Down South or Yacht Adventure in Florida |
Oliver Optic |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<br />"Down South" is the fifth and last volume but one of the "Great Western Series." The action of the story is confined entirely to Florida; and this fact may seem to belie the title of the Series. But the young yachtsman still maintains his hold upon the scenes of his earlier life in Michigan, and his letters come regularly from that State. If he were old enough to vote, he could do so only in Michigan; and therefore he has not lost his right to claim a residence there during his temporary sojourn in the South. Besides, half his ship's company are Western boys, who carry with them from "The Great Western" family of States whatever influence they possess in their wanderings through other sections of the grand American Union.<br /><br />\nThe same characters who have figured in other volumes of the Series are again presented, though others are introduced. The hero is as straightforward, resolute, and self-reliant as ever. His yacht adventures consist of various excursions on the St. Johns River, from its mouth to a point above the head of ordinary navigation, with a run across to Indian River, on the sea-coast, a trip up the Ocklawaha, to the Lake Country of Florida, and shorter runs up the smaller streams. The yachtmen and his passengers try their hand at shooting alligators as well as more valuable game in the "sportsman's paradise" of the South, and find excellent fishing in both fresh and salt water.<br /><br />Apart from the adventures incident to the cruise of the yacht in so interesting a region as Florida, the volume, like its predecessors in the Series, has its own story, relating to the life-history of the hero. But his career mingles with the events peculiar to the region in which he journeys, and many of his associates are men of the "sunny South." In any clime, he is the same young man of high aims and noble purposes. The remaining volume will follow him in his cruise the Gulf of Mexico, and up the Mississippi.<br />DORCHESTER, MASS., August 25, 1880. (Introduction by the Author)<br /><br />This story was written by Adams under the pseudonym of Oliver Optic.</ br></ br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/down-south-or-yacht-adventure-in-florida-by-oliver-optic/ |
br down south fifth last volume one great western series action story confined entirely florida fact may seem belie title series young yachtsman still maintains hold upon scenes earlier life michigan letters come regularly state old enough vote could michigan therefore lost right claim residence temporary sojourn south besides half ship s company western boys carry the great western family states whatever influence possess wanderings sections grand american union br br characters figured volumes series presented though others introduced hero straightforward resolute self reliant ever yacht adventures consist various excursions st johns river mouth point head ordinary navigation run across indian river sea coast trip ocklawaha lake country florida shorter runs smaller streams yachtmen passengers try hand shooting alligators well valuable game sportsman s paradise south find excellent fishing fresh salt water br br apart adventures incident cruise yacht interesting region florida volume like predecessors series story relating life history hero career mingles events peculiar region journeys many associates men sunny south clime young man high aims noble purposes remaining volume follow cruise gulf mexico mississippi br dorchester mass august 25 1880 introduction author br br this story written adams pseudonym oliver optic br br |
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4680 |
5168 |
Description of New England |
Captain John Smith |
*Non-fiction, History |
Captain John Smith (c. January 1580 – June 21, 1631) Admiral of New England was an English soldier, explorer, and author. He was knighted for his services to Sigismund Bathory, Prince of Transylvania. He is remembered for his role in establishing the first permanent English settlement in North America at Jamestown, Virginia, and his brief association with the Virginia Indian girl Pocahontas during an altercation with the Powhatan Confederacy and her father, Chief Powhatan. He was a leader of the Virginia Colony (based at Jamestown) between September 1608 and August 1609, and led an exploration along the rivers of Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay.<br /><br />His books and maps may have been as important as his deeds, as they encouraged more Englishmen and women to follow the trail he had blazed and to colonize the New World. He gave the name New England to that region, and encouraged people with the comment, "Here every man may be master and owner of his owne labour and land...If he have nothing but his hands, he may...by industrie quickly grow rich."<br /><br />In 1614, Smith returned to the Americas in a voyage to the coasts of Maine and Massachusetts Bay. He named the region "New England". He made two attempts in 1614 and 1615 to return to the same coast. First a storm dismasted his ship. In the second attempt, he was captured by French pirates off the Azores. Smith escaped after weeks of captivity and made his way back to England, where he published an account of his two voyages as A Description of New England. He never left England again. He died in the year 1631 in London at the age of 51. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/a-description-of-new-england-by-captain-john-smith/ |
captain john smith c january 1580 june 21 1631 admiral new england english soldier explorer author knighted services sigismund bathory prince transylvania remembered role establishing first permanent english settlement north america jamestown virginia brief association virginia indian girl pocahontas altercation powhatan confederacy father chief powhatan leader virginia colony based jamestown september 1608 august 1609 led exploration along rivers virginia chesapeake bay br br his books maps may important deeds encouraged englishmen women follow trail blazed colonize new world gave name new england region encouraged people comment here every man may master owner owne labour land if nothing hands may by industrie quickly grow rich br br in 1614 smith returned americas voyage coasts maine massachusetts bay named region new england made two attempts 1614 1615 return coast first storm dismasted ship second attempt captured french pirates azores smith escaped weeks captivity made way back england published account two voyages description new england never left england again died year 1631 london age 51 introduction wikipedia p |
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4681 |
5169 |
Bells |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 18 recordings of "The Bells." This was the Fortnightly Poetry selection for January 30 to February 13, 2011. <br/><br/>\n\n"The Bells" is a heavily onomatopoeic poem by Edgar Allan Poe which was not published until after his death in 1849. It is perhaps best known for the diacopic repetition of the word "bells." The poem has four parts to it; each part becomes darker and darker as the poem progresses from "the jingling and the tinkling" of the bells in part 1 to the "moaning and the groaning" of the bells in part 4. (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/the-bells-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
librivox readers bring 18 recordings the bells fortnightly poetry selection january 30 february 13 2011 br br the bells heavily onomatopoeic poem edgar allan poe published death 1849 perhaps best known diacopic repetition word bells poem four parts it part becomes darker darker poem progresses the jingling tinkling bells part 1 moaning groaning bells part 4 from wikipedia p |
| 4713 |
4682 |
5170 |
Old Greek Stories |
James Baldwin |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A retelling of old Greek stories involving mythological heroes and their adventures. Tales include those of Prometheus, Io, Perseus and Theseus. (Introduction by Iris McLeod)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/old-greek-stories-by-james-baldwin/ |
retelling old greek stories involving mythological heroes adventures tales include prometheus io perseus theseus introduction iris mcleod p |
| 4714 |
4683 |
5171 |
Tales of Old Japan |
Lord Redesdale |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Tales of Old Japan by Lord Redesdale is a collection of short stories focusing on Japanese life of the Edo period (1803 - 1868). It contains a number of classic Japanese stories, fairy tales, and other folklore; as well as Japanese sermons and non-fiction pieces on special ceremonies in Japanese life, such as marriage and harakiri, as observed by Lord Redesdale. The best know story of these is "The Forty-seven Ronins" a true account of samurai revenge as it happened at the beginning of 18th century Japan. <br><br> Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford, 1st Baron Redesdale (1837 - 1916) was a British diplomat, collector and writer. He worked in Japan as second secretary to the British Legation at the time of the Meiji Restoration. He wrote Tales of Old Japan in 1871. </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-old-japan-by-lord-redesdale/ |
tales old japan lord redesdale collection short stories focusing japanese life edo period 1803 1868 contains number classic japanese stories fairy tales folklore well japanese sermons non fiction pieces special ceremonies japanese life marriage harakiri observed lord redesdale best know story the forty seven ronins true account samurai revenge happened beginning 18th century japan br br algernon bertram freeman mitford 1st baron redesdale 1837 1916 british diplomat collector writer worked japan second secretary british legation time meiji restoration wrote tales old japan 1871 p |
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4684 |
5172 |
Be Kind When You Can |
Eliza Cook |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Be Kind When You Can by Eliza Cook. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 30, 2011.<br><br>Eliza Cook was an English author, Chartist poet and writer born in London Road, Southwark.<br><br>She was the daughter of a local tradesman. She attended the local Sunday Schools and was encouraged by the son of the music master to produce her first volume of poetry. From this she took confidence and in 1837 began to offer verse to the radical Weekly Dispatch, then edited by William Johnson Fox. She was a staple of its pages for the next ten years. She also offered material to The Literary Gazette, Metropolitan Magazine and New Monthly. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/be-kind-when-you-can-by-eliza-cook/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings kind eliza cook weekly poetry project january 30 2011 br br eliza cook english author chartist poet writer born london road southwark br br she daughter local tradesman attended local sunday schools encouraged son music master produce first volume poetry took confidence 1837 began offer verse radical weekly dispatch edited william johnson fox staple pages next ten years also offered material literary gazette metropolitan magazine new monthly summary wikipedia p |
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4685 |
5173 |
Piloting Directions for the Gulf of Finland |
John William Norie |
Travel & Geography |
<p>Norie's series of piloting and sailing directions was something of a staple in the chart-room of 19th century British (and other) merchant vessels. The description of landmarks and ports, as well as the rules and regulations provide another viewpoint to an earlier age. Please note that these piloting directions are rather completely out of date. They are given here for purposes of historical interest only, and should not be used for navigation purposes. (Summary by P Hirvonen)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/piloting-directions-for-the-gulf-of-finland-by-john-william-norie/ |
p norie s series piloting sailing directions something staple chart room 19th century british and other merchant vessels description landmarks ports well rules regulations provide another viewpoint earlier age please note piloting directions rather completely date given purposes historical interest only used navigation purposes summary p hirvonen p |
| 4717 |
4686 |
5176 |
Michael Kohlhaas (English Translation) |
Heinrich von Kleist |
General Fiction |
Michael Kohlhaas is an 1811 novella by Heinrich von Kleist, based on a 16th-century story of Hans Kohlhase. Both the theme (a fanatical quest for justice) and the style (existentialist detachment posing as a chronicle) are surprisingly modern. They resonated with other writers more than a century after it was written. Kafka devoted one of only two public appearances in his whole life to reading passages from Michael Kohlhaas. Kafka said that he "could not even think of" this work "without being moved to tears and enthusiasm." (Introduction by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/michael-kohlhaas-english-translation-by-heinrich-von-kleist/ |
michael kohlhaas 1811 novella heinrich von kleist based 16th century story hans kohlhase theme a fanatical quest justice style existentialist detachment posing chronicle surprisingly modern resonated writers century written kafka devoted one two public appearances whole life reading passages michael kohlhaas kafka said could even think of work without moved tears enthusiasm introduction wikipedia p |
| 4718 |
4687 |
5177 |
Poème du Mois - 003 Un matin |
Emile Verhaeren |
Poetry |
Chaque mois, nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs !\nCette mois c'est "Un Matin" de Emile Verhaeren, un poète belge flamand, d'expression française.</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/un-matin-by-emile-verhaeren/ |
chaque mois nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs cette mois c est un matin de emile verhaeren un poète belge flamand d expression française p |
| 4719 |
4688 |
5178 |
Way of the Wind |
Zoe Anderson Norris |
General Fiction |
<p>From the comfort of the hills of Kentucky traveled Celia and her husband Seth to the desolate prairies of Kansas, where cyclones, tornadoes, and endless wind were to greet them. Always, there was the wind cutting across the plains as the young couple builds their home while working the soil, while Seth awaits the wise men of the east to begin building the magic city where he has staked his territory on the plains.<br/><br/>\nBut sometimes life plays cruel tricks upon us. Sometimes our hopes are dashed by happenstance. Sometimes our greatest dreams born of purest intentions become our deepest tragedies. All too often we seek the calmness and serenity in life only to learn that we have inadvertently walked directly into The Way of the Wind.<br/><br/>\n(Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-the-wind-by-zoe-anderson-norris/ |
p from comfort hills kentucky traveled celia husband seth desolate prairies kansas cyclones tornadoes endless wind greet them always wind cutting across plains young couple builds home working soil seth awaits wise men east begin building magic city staked territory plains br br sometimes life plays cruel tricks upon us sometimes hopes dashed happenstance sometimes greatest dreams born purest intentions become deepest tragedies often seek calmness serenity life learn inadvertently walked directly way wind br br introduction roger melin p |
| 4720 |
4689 |
5182 |
Dawn of a To-morrow |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
A wealthy London business man takes a room in a poor part of the city.\nHe is depressed and has decided to take his life by going the next day to purchase a hand gun he had seen in a pawnshop window. The morning comes with one of those 'memorable fogs' and the adventure he has in it alters his decisions and ultimately his life. (Summary by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-of-a-to-morrow-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
wealthy london business man takes room poor part city depressed decided take life going next day purchase hand gun seen pawnshop window morning comes one memorable fogs adventure alters decisions ultimately life summary linda andrus p |
| 4721 |
4690 |
5183 |
Through Russian Snows |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
There are few campaigns that, either in point of the immense scale upon which it was undertaken, the completeness of its failure, or the enormous loss of life entailed, appeal to the imagination in so great a degree as that of Napoleon against Russia. Fortunately, we have in the narratives of Sir Robert Wilson, British commissioner with the Russian army, and of Count Segur, who was upon Napoleon's staff, minute descriptions of the events as seen by eye-witnesses, and besides these the campaign has been treated fully by various military writers. I have as usual avoided going into details of horrors and of acts of cruelty and ferocity on both sides, surpassing anything in modern warfare, and have given a mere outline of the operations, with a full account of the stern fight at Smolensk and the terrible struggle at Borodino. I would warn those of my readers who may turn to any of the military works for a further history of the campaign, that the spelling of Russian places and names varies so greatly in the accounts of different writers, that sometimes it is difficult to believe that the same person or town is meant, and even in the narratives by Sir Robert Wilson, and by Lord Cathcart, our ambassador at St. Petersburg, who was in constant communication with him, scarcely a name will be found similarly spelt. I mention this, as otherwise much confusion might be caused by those who may compare my story with some of these recognized authorities, or follow the incidents of the campaign upon maps of Russia.. (Introduction by G.A.Henty)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/through-russian-snows-by-g-a-henty/ |
campaigns that either point immense scale upon undertaken completeness failure enormous loss life entailed appeal imagination great degree napoleon russia fortunately narratives sir robert wilson british commissioner russian army count segur upon napoleon s staff minute descriptions events seen eye witnesses besides campaign treated fully various military writers usual avoided going details horrors acts cruelty ferocity sides surpassing anything modern warfare given mere outline operations full account stern fight smolensk terrible struggle borodino would warn readers may turn military works history campaign spelling russian places names varies greatly accounts different writers sometimes difficult believe person town meant even narratives sir robert wilson lord cathcart ambassador st petersburg constant communication him scarcely name found similarly spelt mention this otherwise much confusion might caused may compare story recognized authorities follow incidents campaign upon maps russia introduction g a henty p |
| 4722 |
4691 |
5184 |
By Ox Team to California - A Narrative of Crossing the Plains in 1860 |
Lavinia Honeyman Porter |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Imagine a young, twenty-something woman in 1860, reared “in the indolent life of the ordinary Southern girl” (which means she has never learned to cook); married to a professional man who knows “nothing of manual labor;” who is mother to a young son; and who has just found out she is pregnant with their second child. Imagine that this couple has become “embarrassed financially” by “imprudent speculations,” and that they are discussing what to do. They decide to buy a wagon and three yoke of unbroken oxen and head overland to California.<br><br>"We were two such precious dunces,” writes Lavinia Honeyman Porter in her autobiographical account of their journey across the plains. “In a short time the six oxen were bought, driven to our home and turned loose in our barnyard--wild brutes, as handy as with their heels as with their horns. Not one of us was brave enough to venture into the corral with them and we soon concluded we had six white elephants on our hands.” From there on in, Lavinia's adventures get worse—and then better. For those who enjoy true stories of pioneering days and happy endings, this is an enjoyable read.<br>(Introduction by Sue Anderson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/by-ox-team-to-california-by-lavinia-honeyman-porter/ |
imagine young twenty something woman 1860 reared in indolent life ordinary southern girl which means never learned cook married professional man knows nothing manual labor mother young son found pregnant second child imagine couple become embarrassed financially imprudent speculations discussing do decide buy wagon three yoke unbroken oxen head overland california br br we two precious dunces writes lavinia honeyman porter autobiographical account journey across plains in short time six oxen bought driven home turned loose barnyard wild brutes handy heels horns one us brave enough venture corral soon concluded six white elephants hands in lavinia s adventures get worse and better enjoy true stories pioneering days happy endings enjoyable read br introduction sue anderson br br |
| 4723 |
4692 |
5185 |
Faith of Our Fathers |
James Gibbons |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<p>The Faith of Our Fathers: A Plain Exposition and Vindication of the Church Founded by Our Lord Jesus Christ is a book published in 1876 by archbishop James Gibbons, which became a best-selling conversion manual in the United States, and by 1980 was in its 111th printing. <br></br>(From the preface) “The object of this little volume is to present in a plain and practical form an exposition and vindication of the principal tenets of the Catholic Church. It was thought sufficient to devote but a brief space to such Catholic doctrines and practices as are happily admitted by Protestants, while those that are controverted by them are more elaborately elucidated...<br></br>...As his chief aim has been to bring home the truths of the Catholic faith to our separated brethren, who generally accept the Scripture as the only source of authority in religious matters, he has endeavored to fortify his statements by abundant reference to the sacred text. He has thought proper, however, to add frequent quotations from the early Fathers, whose testimony, at least as witnesses of the faith of their times, must be accepted even by those who call in question their personal authority.” (Summary from Wikipedia with quotes from the preface of this volume.)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-faith-of-our-fathers-by-james-cardinal-gibbons/ |
p the faith fathers plain exposition vindication church founded lord jesus christ book published 1876 archbishop james gibbons became best selling conversion manual united states 1980 111th printing br br from preface the object little volume present plain practical form exposition vindication principal tenets catholic church thought sufficient devote brief space catholic doctrines practices happily admitted protestants controverted elaborately elucidated br br as chief aim bring home truths catholic faith separated brethren generally accept scripture source authority religious matters endeavored fortify statements abundant reference sacred text thought proper however add frequent quotations early fathers whose testimony least witnesses faith times must accepted even call question personal authority summary wikipedia quotes preface volume p |
| 4724 |
4693 |
5186 |
How to Listen to Music |
Henry Edward Krehbiel |
*Non-fiction, Music, Self-Help |
This book is "not written for professional musicians, but for untaught lovers of the art". It gives broad instruction on composers, styles, instruments, venues - and when to believe the critics. (Summary by Sarah Jennings)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-listen-to-music-by-henry-edward-krehbiel/ |
book not written professional musicians untaught lovers art gives broad instruction composers styles instruments venues believe critics summary sarah jennings p |
| 4725 |
4694 |
5187 |
Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain, A Fancy for Christmas-Time, (better known as The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain) is a novella by Charles Dickens first published in 1848. It is the fifth and last of Dickens' Christmas novellas. The story is more about the spirit of the holidays than about the holidays themselves, harking back to the first of the series, A Christmas Carol. The tale centers around a Professor Redlaw and those close to him. (Summary from the Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-man-and-the-ghosts-bargain-by-charles-dickens/ |
p the haunted man ghost s bargain fancy christmas time better known haunted man ghost s bargain novella charles dickens first published 1848 fifth last dickens christmas novellas story spirit holidays holidays themselves harking back first series christmas carol tale centers around professor redlaw close him summary wikipedia p |
| 4726 |
4695 |
5188 |
Augsburg Confession |
Philipp Melanchthon |
Christianity - Other |
The Augsburg Confession is the first and most fundamental Confession of the Lutheran Church. It was composed for a public reading at the Diet of Augsburg on June 25, 1530. Although written by Melanchthon, it was presented as the official answer of the undersigned German princes to the summons of Emperor Charles V. Two copies were presented on the same day, one in German, the other in Latin. This work translates a conflation of the German and Latin texts and was prepared for the Concordia Triglotta of 1921. (Introduction by Jonathan Lange)<br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-augsburg-confession-by-philip-melanchthon/ |
augsburg confession first fundamental confession lutheran church composed public reading diet augsburg june 25 1530 although written melanchthon presented official answer undersigned german princes summons emperor charles v two copies presented day one german latin work translates conflation german latin texts prepared concordia triglotta 1921 introduction jonathan lange br br |
| 4727 |
4696 |
5189 |
Staatsvertrag betreffend die Wiederherstellung eines unabhängigen und demokratischen Österreich |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Der Staatsvertrag betreffend die Wiederherstellung eines unabhängigen und demokratischen Österreich, wurde am 15. Mai 1955 in Wien im Schloss Belvedere von Vertretern der alliierten Besatzungsmächte USA, der Sowjetunion, Frankreichs und Großbritanniens sowie der österreichischen Regierung unterzeichnet und trat am 27. Juli 1955 offiziell in Kraft.<br><br>\n\nGegenstand des Vertrages war die Wiederherstellung der souveränen und demokratischen Republik Österreich nach der nationalsozialistischen Herrschaft in Österreich (1938-1945), dem Ende des Zweiten Weltkrieges und der darauf folgenden Besatzungszeit (1945-1955). (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThe treaty of 1955 that reestablished the sovereignity of Austria after WW II. </p> |
German |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/oesterreichstaatsvertrag/ |
der staatsvertrag betreffend die wiederherstellung eines unabhängigen und demokratischen österreich wurde 15 mai 1955 wien im schloss belvedere von vertretern der alliierten besatzungsmächte usa der sowjetunion frankreichs und großbritanniens sowie der österreichischen regierung unterzeichnet und trat 27 juli 1955 offiziell kraft br br gegenstand des vertrages war die wiederherstellung der souveränen und demokratischen republik österreich nach der nationalsozialistischen herrschaft österreich 1938 1945 dem ende des zweiten weltkrieges und der darauf folgenden besatzungszeit 1945 1955 zusammenfassung von wikipedia br br treaty 1955 reestablished sovereignity austria ww ii p |
| 4728 |
4697 |
5190 |
Don Juan, Cantos 13 - 16 |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Epics |
These are the last four Cantos of his mock epic that Byron completed in the year before his death at the age of 36 in Messolonghi, Greece, where he had gone to fight for the nationalists against the Ottoman Empire. Juan, now in England, is invited to spend the autumn with a hunting party at the ancient country seat of Lord Henry and Lady Adeline Amundeville. There, he meets the most intriguing of the Byronic heroines, Aurora Raby, and is visited by a ghost with ample breasts (!). That is the narrative outline but hardly the focus of the last Cantos. Byron is more interested satirizing the frailty of faith, the fecklessness of the English aristocracy, the futility of English pastimes and the fawning of elected Members of Parliament over their middle-class constituents. Booze, banquets, belles and bishops are given the Byronic treatment, while his spleen is reserved for his critics and for "tyranny". (Summary by Peter Gallagher)</p> |
English |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-cantos-13-16-by-lord-byron/ |
last four cantos mock epic byron completed year death age 36 messolonghi greece gone fight nationalists ottoman empire juan england invited spend autumn hunting party ancient country seat lord henry lady adeline amundeville there meets intriguing byronic heroines aurora raby visited ghost ample breasts narrative outline hardly focus last cantos byron interested satirizing frailty faith fecklessness english aristocracy futility english pastimes fawning elected members parliament middle class constituents booze banquets belles bishops given byronic treatment spleen reserved critics tyranny summary peter gallagher p |
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4698 |
5191 |
Gevaren van Sommige Engelse Gevangenen |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, House & Home |
Vertaling van 'The Perils Of Certain English Prisoners' (1857) het boek is in samenwerking met Wilkie Collins geschreven. Het verhaal speelt zich af in Midden-Amerika (de muskietenkust) maar is gebaseerd op het moedige gedrag van Britse vrouwen en kinderen gedurende de revolte in India uit het jaar 1857. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/de-gevaren-van-sommige-engelse-gevangenen-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van the perils certain english prisoners 1857 het boek samenwerking met wilkie collins geschreven het verhaal speelt zich af midden amerika de muskietenkust maar gebaseerd op het moedige gedrag van britse vrouwen en kinderen gedurende de revolte india uit het jaar 1857 introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4730 |
4699 |
5192 |
Troilus and Cressida |
William Shakespeare |
Drama |
Troilus and Cressida is Shakespeare's "problem" play about the Trojan War. As the opening Chorus tells us, the play "begins in the middle" of the epic conflict, and counterpoints the drama of battle with the romance of the title characters. Just as Agamemnon and his Greek forces (particularly the smooth-tongued Ulysses) attempt to woo the invincible Achilles to resume fighting on their side, the Trojan go-between Pandarus tries to bring together Troilus, a son of King Priam, with his niece, the lovely Cressida. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Achilles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Aeneas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6246">David Richardson</a><br>Agamemnon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Ajax: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Alexander: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Andromache: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Calchas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Cassandra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Cressida: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Deiphobus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6159">Ted Garvin</a><br>Diomedes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Hector: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Helen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Helenus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Menelaus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Nestor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Pandarus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6159">Ted Garvin</a><br>Paris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Patroclus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Priam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Servant/Myrmidons: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5784">Chris Donnelly</a><br>Thersites: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Troilus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Ulysses: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: Elizabeth Klett</strong> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/troilus-and-cressida-by-william-shakespeare/ |
troilus cressida shakespeare s problem play trojan war opening chorus tells us play begins middle epic conflict counterpoints drama battle romance title characters agamemnon greek forces particularly smooth tongued ulysses attempt woo invincible achilles resume fighting side trojan go between pandarus tries bring together troilus son king priam niece lovely cressida summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br achilles a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br aeneas a href http librivox org reader 6246 david richardson a br agamemnon a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br ajax a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br alexander a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br andromache a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br boy a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br calchas a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cassandra a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cressida a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br deiphobus a href http librivox org reader 6159 ted garvin a br diomedes a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br hector a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br helen a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br helenus a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br menelaus a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br nestor a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br pandarus a href http librivox org reader 6159 ted garvin a br paris a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br patroclus a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br priam a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br servant myrmidons a href http librivox org reader 5784 chris donnelly a br thersites a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br troilus a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br ulysses a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by elizabeth klett strong |
| 4731 |
4700 |
5193 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 011 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 011: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-011-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 011 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 4732 |
4701 |
5194 |
Bee-Man of Orn and Other Fanciful Tales |
Frank R. Stockton |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
A collection of nine enchanting short stories filled with curious beasts and unexpected endings. Included are The Bee-Man of Orn; The Griffin and the Minor Canon; Old Pipes and the Dryad; The Queen's Museum; Christmas Before Last: Or, The Fruit of the Fragile Palm; Prince Hassak's March; The Battle of the Third Cousins; The Banished King; and The Philopena(summary by Gryphon Perkins)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bee-man-of-orn-and-other-fanciful-tales-by-frank-r-stockton/ |
collection nine enchanting short stories filled curious beasts unexpected endings included bee man orn griffin minor canon old pipes dryad queen s museum christmas last or fruit fragile palm prince hassak s march battle third cousins banished king philopena summary gryphon perkins p |
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4702 |
5195 |
Boys' Book of Famous Soldiers |
J. Walker McSpadden |
Children's Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
These 12 stories give a personal portrait of twelve famous soldiers from the past two centuries. Each story explores the early life of the soldier —to trace his career up from boyhood through the formative years. Such data serves to explain the great soldier of later years. Summary compiled from the preface of the book. (Summary by philchenevert)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/boys-book-of-famous-soldiers-by-j-walker-mcspadden/ |
12 stories give personal portrait twelve famous soldiers past two centuries story explores early life soldier to trace career boyhood formative years data serves explain great soldier later years summary compiled preface book summary philchenevert p |
| 4734 |
4703 |
5196 |
Ivan the Fool |
Leo Tolstoy |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Written after Tolstoy suffered a spiritual crisis, Ivan the Fool is a fairy tale that offers children instruction in how to live rightly, simply, and generously. The story emphasizes the destructive aspects of materialism and militarism while idealizing manual labor and the peasant life. (Introduction by Dorlene Kaplan)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/ivan-the-fool-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
written tolstoy suffered spiritual crisis ivan fool fairy tale offers children instruction live rightly simply generously story emphasizes destructive aspects materialism militarism idealizing manual labor peasant life introduction dorlene kaplan p |
| 4735 |
4704 |
5197 |
Short Poetry Collection 095 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the months of February and March 2011.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-095-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers months february march 2011 p |
| 4736 |
4716 |
5209 |
Behind the Scenes |
Elizabeth Keckley |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<br />This is the autobiography of Elizabeth Keckley, a former slave who bought her freedom with the money she earned as a seamstress. She eventually worked for Mary Lincoln. It is a fascinating book, filled with many recollections of her own life and her interactions with the Lincolns and other members of the government elite. (summary by Guero)<br /><br /> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/behind-the-scenes-by-elizabeth-keckley/ |
br this autobiography elizabeth keckley former slave bought freedom money earned seamstress eventually worked mary lincoln fascinating book filled many recollections life interactions lincolns members government elite summary guero br br |
| 4737 |
4705 |
5198 |
Outline of Science, Vol 3 |
J. Arthur Thomson |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
The Outline of Science was written specifically with the man-on-the-street in mind as the target audience. Covering scientific subjects ranging from astronomy to biology to elementary physics in clear, concise and easily understood prose, this popular science work is largely as relevant today as when first published in 1922.<br><br>\n\nIn this third volume (of four), we learn about psychic science, the characteristics and interrelations of living creatures, as well as Botany, Biology, and Chemistry. Some chapters are devoted to the new applied sciences of electricity, telegraphy, and flying. (Summary adapted from the first and second volume by Availle.)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-outline-of-science-vol3-by-j-arthur-thomson/ |
outline science written specifically man on the street mind target audience covering scientific subjects ranging astronomy biology elementary physics clear concise easily understood prose popular science work largely relevant today first published 1922 br br third volume of four learn psychic science characteristics interrelations living creatures well botany biology chemistry chapters devoted new applied sciences electricity telegraphy flying summary adapted first second volume availle p |
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4706 |
5199 |
Comic Tragedies |
Louisa May Alcott |
Plays |
Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will remember the elaborate plays which the March sisters loved to perform. This volume, published after Alcott's death, is a compilation of the real plays written by her and her sisters, which were fictionalized in Little Women. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw)<br><br>\n\n<b>Cast:</b>\nActor 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nActor 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>\nActor 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>\nActor 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>\nActor 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>\nActor 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nActor 7: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">Rashada</a><br>\nActor 8: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nActor 9: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nActor 10: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nActor 11: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6369">Phatsam</a><br>\nActor 12: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5538">Linda Velwest</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br><br>\n\n<b>Audio edited by: Arielle Lipshaw </b> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/comic-tragedies-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
fans louisa may alcott s little women remember elaborate plays march sisters loved perform volume published alcott s death compilation real plays written sisters fictionalized little women summary arielle lipshaw br br b cast b actor 1 a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br actor 2 a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br actor 3 a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br actor 4 a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br actor 5 a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br actor 6 a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br actor 7 a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br actor 8 a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br actor 9 a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br actor 10 a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br actor 11 a href http librivox org reader 6369 phatsam a br actor 12 a href http librivox org reader 5538 linda velwest a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br br b audio edited by arielle lipshaw b |
| 4739 |
4707 |
5200 |
Train Dogs |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of The Train Dogs by E. Pauline Johnson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 6th, 2011.<br><br>Emily Pauline Johnson (Mohawk: Tekahionwake –pronounced: dageh-eeon-wageh, literally: 'double-life')(10 March 1861 – 7 March 1913), commonly known as E. Pauline Johnson or just Pauline Johnson, was a Canadian writer and performer popular in the late 19th century. Johnson was notable for her poems and performances that celebrated her First Nations heritage; she also had half English ancestry. One such poem is the frequently anthologized "The Song My Paddle Sings". Her poetry was published in Canada, the United States and Great Britain. Johnson was one of a generation of widely read writers who began to define a Canadian literature.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-train-dogs-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings train dogs e pauline johnson weekly poetry project february 6th 2011 br br emily pauline johnson mohawk tekahionwake pronounced dageh eeon wageh literally double life 10 march 1861 7 march 1913 commonly known e pauline johnson pauline johnson canadian writer performer popular late 19th century johnson notable poems performances celebrated first nations heritage also half english ancestry one poem frequently anthologized the song paddle sings poetry published canada united states great britain johnson one generation widely read writers began define canadian literature p |
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4708 |
5201 |
Stories of Great Composers for Children |
Thomas Tapper |
Arts, Biography & Autobiography |
This is a collection of ten short, entertaining, informative picture-book biographies of famous composers. Each book tells about the childhood and great achievements of a composer, and includes a short musical example. Here are links to the online texts so you can read along and look at the pictures:<br><br>Bach: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34568">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34568</a><br>Mozart: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34582">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34582</a><br>Beethoven: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34737">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34737</a><br>Haydn: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34550">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34550</a><br>Schubert: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35070">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35070</a><br>Handel: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35157">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35157</a><br>Chopin: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35013">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35013</a><br>Verdi: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35158">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35158</a><br>Wagner: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35128">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35128</a><br>Grieg: <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35097">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35097</a><br><br>(Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-great-composers-for-children-by-thomas-tapper/ |
collection ten short entertaining informative picture book biographies famous composers book tells childhood great achievements composer includes short musical example links online texts read along look pictures br br bach a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 34568 http www gutenberg org ebooks 34568 a br mozart a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 34582 http www gutenberg org ebooks 34582 a br beethoven a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 34737 http www gutenberg org ebooks 34737 a br haydn a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 34550 http www gutenberg org ebooks 34550 a br schubert a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35070 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35070 a br handel a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35157 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35157 a br chopin a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35013 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35013 a br verdi a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35158 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35158 a br wagner a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35128 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35128 a br grieg a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35097 http www gutenberg org ebooks 35097 a br br summary kara p |
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4717 |
5210 |
Barnaby Rudge (NL) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Barnaby Rudge is, naast Londen en Parijs, een van de twee historische romans van Charles Dickens. Het verhaal behandelt de Gordon oproer uit 1780, een godsdienstig gemotiveerde aanval van protestanten op de Rooms-Katholieken. Dickens beschrijft deze gebeurtenissen aan de hand van het leven van Barnaby Rudge een onschuldige dorpsgek die door de opstandelingen wordt meegesleept in het kwaad. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/barnaby-rudge-nl-by-charles-dickens/ |
barnaby rudge is naast londen en parijs een van de twee historische romans van charles dickens het verhaal behandelt de gordon oproer uit 1780 een godsdienstig gemotiveerde aanval van protestanten op de rooms katholieken dickens beschrijft deze gebeurtenissen aan de hand van het leven van barnaby rudge een onschuldige dorpsgek die door de opstandelingen wordt meegesleept het kwaad introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 4742 |
4709 |
5202 |
Bulldog Drummond |
Sapper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
‘Sapper’, the pseudonym of Colonel. H.C. McNeile M.C. was one of the most popular English writers of thrillers between the two world wars. And Hugh (Bulldog) Drummond was his most popular leading character. This book, the first of the series, is of its time. Opinions are expressed which would not pass muster today and the books are strongly laced with jingoism, racial stereotypes and hostile references to foreigners. Naturally all the villains are masters of disguise and invariably put off murdering the hero until later whist they think of something absolutely beastly. Nevertheless the story is a good one and well told. (Summary by AJM)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bulldog-drummond-by-sapper-herman-cyril-mcneile/ |
sapper pseudonym colonel h c mcneile m c one popular english writers thrillers two world wars hugh bulldog drummond popular leading character book first series time opinions expressed would pass muster today books strongly laced jingoism racial stereotypes hostile references foreigners naturally villains masters disguise invariably put murdering hero later whist think something absolutely beastly nevertheless story good one well told summary ajm p |
| 4743 |
4710 |
5203 |
Fables de La Fontaine, livre 10 (version 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Voici le dixième des douze livres des Fables de La Fontaine. Celles-ci datent du XVIIe siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons.</p><p> This is the tenth book from a collection of 12. The fables were written and first published in the 17th century. They portray humans' behaviour in the society.</p><br> (Summary by Ezwa)</br> |
French |
1679 |
https://librivox.org/fables-de-la-fontaine-livre-10-by-jean-de-la-fontaine-1206/ |
p voici le dixième des douze livres des fables de la fontaine celles ci datent du xviie siècle et sont lues par des lecteurs de divers horizons p p tenth book collection 12 fables written first published 17th century portray humans behaviour society p br summary ezwa br |
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4711 |
5204 |
Philip Dru: Administrator |
Edward M. House |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
Philip Dru: Administrator: a Story of Tomorrow, 1920-1935 is a futuristic political novel published anonymously in 1912 by Edward Mandell House, an American diplomat, politician and presidential foreign policy advisor. His book's hero leads the democratic western U.S. in a civil war against the plutocratic East, and becomes the dictator of America. Dru as dictator imposes a series of reforms that resemble the Bull Moose platform of 1912 and then vanishes. (Summary by wikipedia)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Barry Eads and TriciaG.<br><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/philip-dru-administrator-by-edward-m-house/ |
philip dru administrator story tomorrow 1920 1935 futuristic political novel published anonymously 1912 edward mandell house american diplomat politician presidential foreign policy advisor book s hero leads democratic western u s civil war plutocratic east becomes dictator america dru dictator imposes series reforms resemble bull moose platform 1912 vanishes summary wikipedia br br this project proof listened barry eads triciag br br |
| 4745 |
4712 |
5205 |
Courtship of Miles Standish |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry |
During the late nineteenth century and until the middle of the twentieth, many elementary classrooms in America featured (along with a Gilbert Stuart portrait of Washington) a black-and-white print of a group of New England pilgrims on their way to church, the men carrying their muskets. Every school child at that time was intimately acquainted with the story of the Mayflower and the Plymouth colony in Massachusetts. Among the historical figures, one of the best known was Captain Miles Standish, the military commander of the little “army,” which consisted of a bare handful of men, who repeatedly defeated many times their number of hostile Indians. The children also knew the friendly Indian Squanto and the young pilgrim gentleman John Alden and the lovely maiden Priscilla Mullins. <br/>In the middle grades practically all students used to read Longfellow’s long narrative poem The Courtship of Miles Standish, telling the story of these real people. The plot is initiated by Standish’s request that his friend, the better educated and more eloquent Alden, plead his case for him and persuade Priscilla to marry this rough middle-aged widower. What the captain did not know was that John Alden was also deeply in love with the same young girl. Presentday readers will be impressed that the delightful Miss Mullins seems to be a quite modern young lady, with a mind of her own. Many hundreds of Americans trace their ancestry to John and Priscilla, whose descendants also include Presidents John and John Quincy Adams and Longfellow himself. Those who are not familiar with their romance will find it a most pleasant tale. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/the-courtship-of-miles-standish-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
late nineteenth century middle twentieth many elementary classrooms america featured along gilbert stuart portrait washington black and white print group new england pilgrims way church men carrying muskets every school child time intimately acquainted story mayflower plymouth colony massachusetts among historical figures one best known captain miles standish military commander little army consisted bare handful men repeatedly defeated many times number hostile indians children also knew friendly indian squanto young pilgrim gentleman john alden lovely maiden priscilla mullins br in middle grades practically students used read longfellow s long narrative poem courtship miles standish telling story real people plot initiated standish s request friend better educated eloquent alden plead case persuade priscilla marry rough middle aged widower captain know john alden also deeply love young girl presentday readers impressed delightful miss mullins seems quite modern young lady mind own many hundreds americans trace ancestry john priscilla whose descendants also include presidents john john quincy adams longfellow himself familiar romance find pleasant tale introduction leonard wilson p |
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4713 |
5206 |
Smalcald Articles |
Martin Luther |
Christianity - Other |
A summary of Lutheran doctrine, written by Martin Luther in 1537 for a meeting of the Schmalkaldic League in preparation for an intended ecumenical Council of the Church. Luther's patron, Elector John Frederick of Saxony, asked him to prepare these articles for the League's meeting in 1537, held again in Schmalkalden. Though they were not adopted at the meeting of the Schmalkaldic League in 1537, they were widely used and were incorporated into the Book of Concord in 1580 as one of the Lutheran Confessions of the faith. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-smalcald-articles-by-martin-luther/ |
summary lutheran doctrine written martin luther 1537 meeting schmalkaldic league preparation intended ecumenical council church luther s patron elector john frederick saxony asked prepare articles league s meeting 1537 held schmalkalden though adopted meeting schmalkaldic league 1537 widely used incorporated book concord 1580 one lutheran confessions faith from wikipedia p |
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4714 |
5207 |
Our Old Home |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Short Stories |
These essays, based on Hawthorne’s stay in England from 1853 to 1857 as American Consul in Liverpool, were first published in the form of a series of travel articles for The Atlantic Monthly.\nIn these writings, he displays his humor, his empathetic nature, his pride in his country, and sometimes his sharp judgment of others. He shares with us the difficulties of being a consul in the 1850’s, takes us on a tour with him through rural England and Scotland, shows us the splendors of London, and the horrors of the poverty that so many suffered. (Introduction by Margaret)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/our-old-home-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
essays based hawthorne s stay england 1853 1857 american consul liverpool first published form series travel articles atlantic monthly writings displays humor empathetic nature pride country sometimes sharp judgment others shares us difficulties consul 1850 s takes us tour rural england scotland shows us splendors london horrors poverty many suffered introduction margaret p |
| 4748 |
4715 |
5208 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 03 |
Various |
General Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the third volume, 45 short stories and poems have been gathered from 33 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)<BR><BR>The Wit and Humor of America series was edited by American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915)(from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-3-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this third volume 45 short stories poems gathered 33 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel br br the wit humor america series edited american humorist marshall pinckney wilder 1859 1915 from wikipedia p |
| 4749 |
4718 |
5211 |
Pagan Madonna |
Harold MacGrath |
Detective Fiction |
The Pagan Madonna, one of Harold MacGrath's numerous novels, set in Shanghai, tells a story of intrigue, murder, and illicit art “collecting.” The paths of Jean Norman, a Red Cross nurse from the United States, Ling Foo, a shifty pawn shop keeper, and Anthony Cleigh, millionaire art collector, cross and recross in growing intrigue over a string of beads. It is a world where “. . . every move you make is governed by Chance--the Blind Madonna of the Pagan . . . .” (Introduction by Don Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-pagan-madonna-by-harold-macgrath/ |
pagan madonna one harold macgrath s numerous novels set shanghai tells story intrigue murder illicit art collecting paths jean norman red cross nurse united states ling foo shifty pawn shop keeper anthony cleigh millionaire art collector cross recross growing intrigue string beads world every move make governed chance the blind madonna pagan introduction jenkins p |
| 4750 |
4719 |
5212 |
Man Who Fought the Devil |
Eva K. Betz |
General, Religion |
Jean Marie Vianney always found it hard to learn. In fact, he made history by receiving a zero as his examination mark after his first year of study in the seminary. But with determination, and with God’s help, he won through. He became a hard-working parish priest and then a pastor – the beloved Cure of Ars.<br><br>Week by week, year by year, his fame as an advisor and a confessor grew. People flocked from great distances to his little church, and privately, among themselves, they called him “saint”. The devil, furious at the ever-increasing number of souls being saved by the Cure, tempted and taunted the priest and even persecuted him physically. But Satan found he had met his match.<br><br>Eva K. Betz was a prolific catholic writer of biographical and historical books for children. (Summary from the dust jacket and Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-fought-the-devil-by-eva-k-betz/ |
jean marie vianney always found hard learn fact made history receiving zero examination mark first year study seminary determination god s help through became hard working parish priest pastor beloved cure ars br br week week year year fame advisor confessor grew people flocked great distances little church privately among themselves called saint devil furious ever increasing number souls saved cure tempted taunted priest even persecuted physically satan found met match br br eva k betz prolific catholic writer biographical historical books children summary dust jacket maria therese p |
| 4751 |
4720 |
5213 |
Christmas Carol (version 08 dramatic reading) |
Charles Dickens |
Dramatic Readings, Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
A Christmas Carol is a novella by English author Charles Dickens first published by Chapman & Hall on 17 December 1843. The story tells of sour and stingy Ebenezer Scrooge's ideological, ethical, and emotional transformation after the supernatural visitations of Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Yet to Come. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Ebenezer Scrooge: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=152">Andy Minter</a><br>Fred: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br>Bob Cratchit: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6246">David Richardson</a><br>Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5595">Martin Langer</a><br>Jacob Marley: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Ghost of Christmas Past: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">Tricia G</a><br>Fan/Tiny Tim: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4964">rashada</a><br>Young Scrooge/Peter Cratchit: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5874">Paul Andrews</a><br>Schoolmaster/Man 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Fezziwig: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Belle: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4174">Availle</a><br>Belle's Husband/Man 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Ghost of Christmas Present: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Mrs. Cratchit: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Martha Cratchit/Girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6113">Christin Chapelle</a><br>Belinda Cratchit/Caroline: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Scrooge's Niece: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4289">Veronica Jenkins</a><br>Niece's Sister: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Man 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Man 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5784">Chris Donnelly</a><br>Man 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6150">Darren V</a><br>Charwoman: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Old Joe: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Mrs. Dilber: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5077">Sandra G</a><br>Caroline's Husband: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6124">Shea McNamara</a><br>Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6070">Saab</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-dramatic-reading-by-charles-dickens/ |
christmas carol novella english author charles dickens first published chapman hall 17 december 1843 story tells sour stingy ebenezer scrooge s ideological ethical emotional transformation supernatural visitations jacob marley ghosts christmases past present yet come summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br ebenezer scrooge a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 152 andy minter a br fred a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br bob cratchit a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6246 david richardson a br gentleman a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5595 martin langer a br jacob marley a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br ghost christmas past a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3157 tricia g a br fan tiny tim a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4964 rashada a br young scrooge peter cratchit a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5874 paul andrews a br schoolmaster man 2 a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6037 peter bishop a br fezziwig a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4547 john steigerwald a br belle a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4174 availle a br belle s husband man 3 a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5346 levi throckmorton a br ghost christmas present a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br mrs cratchit a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3536 arielle lipshaw a br martha cratchit girl a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6113 christin chapelle a br belinda cratchit caroline a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4744 amy gramour a br scrooge s niece a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4289 veronica jenkins a br niece s sister a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6147 liberty stump a br man 1 a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br man 4 a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5784 chris donnelly a br man 5 a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6150 darren v a br charwoman a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 19 kara shallenberg a br old joe a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2990 tom crawford a br mrs dilber a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5077 sandra g a br caroline s husband a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6124 shea mcnamara a br boy a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6070 saab a br narrator a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong |
| 4752 |
4721 |
5214 |
Youth |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Youth is the third in Tolstoy's trilogy of three autobiographical novels, including Childhood and Boyhood, published in a literary journal during the 1850s. (Introduction by Bill Boerst)<p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/youth-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
youth third tolstoy s trilogy three autobiographical novels including childhood boyhood published literary journal 1850s introduction bill boerst p |
| 4753 |
4722 |
5215 |
Bible (YLT) 13: 1 Chronicles |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Not just a big book of geneaological lists, it is a record of things not mentioned in the Books of Samuel and Kings. It tells us of the kingdom of David and his life, but also gives us incredible spiritual truths. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/1-chronicles-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
big book geneaological lists record things mentioned books samuel kings tells us kingdom david life also gives us incredible spiritual truths introduction mark penfold p |
| 4754 |
4723 |
5216 |
Tavern Knight |
Rafael Sabatini |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Follow the exploits of Sir Crispin Galliard, also known as The Tavern Knight, in his defence of the King of England against Cromwell and his Puritan Entourage. (Summary by Ric Cornwall) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-tavern-knight-by-rafael-sabatini/ |
follow exploits sir crispin galliard also known tavern knight defence king england cromwell puritan entourage summary ric cornwall p |
| 4755 |
4724 |
5217 |
tote Gast |
Heinrich Zschokke |
General Fiction |
Heinrich Zschokke war in der ersten Hälfte des 19ten Jahrhunderts ein beliebter und viel gelesener Autor, der heute zu Unrecht fast vergessen ist.<br></br>\nIn "Der tote Gast" entwickelt sich vor dem Hintergrund einer halb vergessenen Gespenstergeschichte aus der Vergangenheit des Städtchens Herbesheim die zarte Liebesgeschichte zwischen der Fabrikantentochter Friederike und dem Oberleutnant Georg Waldrichs. Doch nicht nur die Fabel des toten Gastes überschattet ihre Liebe. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/der-tote-gast-by-heinrich-zschokke/ |
heinrich zschokke war der ersten hälfte des 19ten jahrhunderts ein beliebter und viel gelesener autor der heute zu unrecht fast vergessen ist br br der tote gast entwickelt sich vor dem hintergrund einer halb vergessenen gespenstergeschichte aus der vergangenheit des städtchens herbesheim die zarte liebesgeschichte zwischen der fabrikantentochter friederike und dem oberleutnant georg waldrichs doch nicht nur die fabel des toten gastes überschattet ihre liebe zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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4725 |
5218 |
Moth Terror |
Benjamin de Casseres |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Moth Terror by Benjamin De Casseres . This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 13, 2011.<br><br>Benjamin De Casseres was an American journalist and author. He worked for various New York City newspapers writing columns and editorials. He also wrote poetry, fiction, essays, and critical reviews. (wikipedia) This poem taken from The Second Book of Modern Verse: A Selection from the Work of Contemporaneous American Poets, edited by Jessie B. Rittenhouse. (1869 - 1948)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/moth-terror-by-benjamin-de-casseres/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings moth terror benjamin de casseres fortnightly poetry project february 13 2011 br br benjamin de casseres american journalist author worked various new york city newspapers writing columns editorials also wrote poetry fiction essays critical reviews wikipedia poem taken second book modern verse selection work contemporaneous american poets edited jessie b rittenhouse 1869 1948 p |
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4726 |
5219 |
Oh, No - Not Even When First We Loved |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Oh, No - Not Even When First We Loved by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry Valentine's project for February 13, 2011.<br><br>Thomas Moore (28 May 1779 – 25 February 1852) was an Irish poet, singer, songwriter, and entertainer, now best remembered for the lyrics of The Minstrel Boy and The Last Rose of Summer. He was responsible, with John Murray, for burning Lord Byron's memoirs after his death. In his lifetime he was often reffered to as Anacreon Moore. (summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oh-no-not-even-when-first-we-loved-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings oh even first loved thomas moore weekly poetry valentine s project february 13 2011 br br thomas moore 28 may 1779 25 february 1852 irish poet singer songwriter entertainer best remembered lyrics minstrel boy last rose summer responsible john murray burning lord byron s memoirs death lifetime often reffered anacreon moore summary wikipedia p |
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4727 |
5220 |
Minor Works of Josephus |
Flavius Josephus |
Biography & Autobiography, History , Antiquity |
There are 3 parts to this collection.<br/><br/>\n\n(1) <i>Against Apion</i> is a two-volume defence of Judaism as classical religion and philosophy, stressing its antiquity, as opposed to what Josephus claimed was the relatively more recent tradition of the Greeks. Some anti-Judean allegations ascribed by Josephus to the Greek writer Apion, and myths accredited to Manetho are also addressed.<br/><br/>\n\n(2) <i>Discourse To The Greeks Concerning Hades </i>describes the author's views on the afterlife against the prevailing view of the "Greeks" (i.e., the Greco-Romans) of his day. Although generally still reprinted in editions of Whiston's <i>Josephus</i>, later scholars have realized that this attribution is incorrect. This brief discourse, at least in its original form, is now attributed to the church father Hippolytus.<br/><br/>\n\n(3) <i>The Life of Josephus</i> is an autobiographical text written by Josephus in approximately 94-99 CE – possibly as an appendix to his <i>Antiquities of the Jews</i> – where the author for the most part re-visits the events of the War, apparently in response to allegations made against him by Justus of Tiberias. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/minor-works-of-josephus/ |
3 parts collection br br 1 i against apion i two volume defence judaism classical religion philosophy stressing antiquity opposed josephus claimed relatively recent tradition greeks anti judean allegations ascribed josephus greek writer apion myths accredited manetho also addressed br br 2 i discourse greeks concerning hades i describes author s views afterlife prevailing view greeks i e greco romans day although generally still reprinted editions whiston s i josephus i later scholars realized attribution incorrect brief discourse least original form attributed church father hippolytus br br 3 i the life josephus i autobiographical text written josephus approximately 94 99 ce possibly appendix i antiquities jews i author part re visits events war apparently response allegations made justus tiberias summary wikipedia br br |
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4728 |
5221 |
Pelle the Conqueror, Volume 1 |
Martin Andersen Nexø |
General Fiction |
When the first part of "Pelle Erobreren" (Pelle the Conqueror) appeared in 1906, its author, Martin Andersen Nexo, was practically unknown even in his native country, save to a few literary people who knew that he had written some volumes of stories and a book full of sunshiny reminiscences from Spain. And even now, after his great success with "Pelle," very little is known about the writer. He was born in 1869 in one of the poorest quarters of Copenhagen, but spent his boyhood in his beloved island Bornholm, in the Baltic, in or near the town, Nexo, from which his final name is derived. There, too, he was a shoemaker's apprentice, like Pelle in the second part of the book, which resembles many great novels in being largely autobiographical. Later, he gained his livelihood as a bricklayer, until he somehow managed to get to one of the most renowned of our "people's high-schools," where he studied so effectually that he was enabled to become a teacher, first at a provincial school, and later in Copenhagen.<br></br>"Pelle" consists of four parts, each, except perhaps the last, a complete story in itself. First we have the open-air life of the boy in country surroundings in Bornholm; then the lad's apprenticeship in a small provincial town not yet invaded by modern industrialism and still innocent of socialism; next the youth's struggles in Copenhagen against employers and authorities; and last the man's final victory in laying the foundation of a garden-city for the benefit of his fellow-workers. The background everywhere is the rapid growth of the labor movement; but social problems are never obtruded, except, again, in the last part, and the purely human interest is always kept well before the reader's eye through variety of situation and vividness of characterization. The great charm of the book seems to me to lie in the fact that the writer knows the poor from within; he has not studied them as an outsider may, but has lived with them and felt with them, at once a participant and a keen-eyed spectator. He is no sentimentalist, and so rich is his imagination that he passes on rapidly from one scene to the next, sketching often in a few pages what another novelist would be content to work out into long chapters or whole volumes. His sympathy is of the widest, and he makes us see tragedies behind the little comedies, and comedies behind the little tragedies, of the seemingly sordid lives of the working people whom he loves. "Pelle" has conquered the hearts of the reading public of Denmark; there is that in the book which should conquer also the hearts of a wider public than that of the little country in which its author was born.(Introductory note to English translation - Otto Jespersen, 1913)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pelle-the-conqueror-volume-1-by-martin-andersen-nexo/ |
first part pelle erobreren pelle conqueror appeared 1906 author martin andersen nexo practically unknown even native country save literary people knew written volumes stories book full sunshiny reminiscences spain even now great success pelle little known writer born 1869 one poorest quarters copenhagen spent boyhood beloved island bornholm baltic near town nexo final name derived there too shoemaker s apprentice like pelle second part book resembles many great novels largely autobiographical later gained livelihood bricklayer somehow managed get one renowned people s high schools studied effectually enabled become teacher first provincial school later copenhagen br br pelle consists four parts each except perhaps last complete story itself first open air life boy country surroundings bornholm lad s apprenticeship small provincial town yet invaded modern industrialism still innocent socialism next youth s struggles copenhagen employers authorities last man s final victory laying foundation garden city benefit fellow workers background everywhere rapid growth labor movement social problems never obtruded except again last part purely human interest always kept well reader s eye variety situation vividness characterization great charm book seems lie fact writer knows poor within studied outsider may lived felt them participant keen eyed spectator sentimentalist rich imagination passes rapidly one scene next sketching often pages another novelist would content work long chapters whole volumes sympathy widest makes us see tragedies behind little comedies comedies behind little tragedies seemingly sordid lives working people loves pelle conquered hearts reading public denmark book conquer also hearts wider public little country author born introductory note english translation otto jespersen 1913 p |
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4729 |
5222 |
Unidentified Flying Objects |
United States Federal Bureau of Investigation |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Through the U.S. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) this series of communications has been de-classified and made public. Most names have been omitted, however much information of the sightings of UFOs in 1947 can be gleaned from these communications which were primarily between the FBI and other U.S. Government and military organizations.\n\nIt should be noted that the U.S. Air Force only became a separate entity in 1947, having split from the U.S. Army at that time. And they became very busy times for the fledgling military organization. The slant of this de-classified material is chiefly written communications between the FBI and the military machine in 1947. Correspondence herein spans July and August of 1947 which will forever remain as the beginning of serious first-hand UFO experience in the annals of history. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/unidentified-flying-objects-by-united-states-federal-bureau-of-investigation/ |
u s freedom information act foia series communications de classified made public names omitted however much information sightings ufos 1947 gleaned communications primarily fbi u s government military organizations noted u s air force became separate entity 1947 split u s army time became busy times fledgling military organization slant de classified material chiefly written communications fbi military machine 1947 correspondence herein spans july august 1947 forever remain beginning serious first hand ufo experience annals history introduction roger melin p |
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4730 |
5223 |
Lovers' Vows |
Elizabeth Inchbald |
Plays, Romance |
Lovers' Vows (1798), a play by Elizabeth Inchbald arguably best known now for having been featured in Jane Austen's novel Mansfield Park (1814), is one of at least four adaptations of August von Kotzebue's Das Kind der Liebe (1780; literally "Child of Love," or "Natural Son," as it is often translated), all of which were published between 1798 and 1800. Inchbald's version is the only one to have been performed. Dealing as it does with sex outside marriage and illegitimate birth, Inchbald in the Preface to the published version declares herself to have been highly sensitive to the task of adapting the original German text for "an English audience." Even so, she left the setting as Germany.</p>\n\nThe play was first performed at Covent Garden on Thursday, 11 October 1798, and was an immediate success: it ran for forty-two nights, "making it by some distance Covent Garden's most successful venture of that season," and went on to be performed in Bristol, Newcastle, Bath, and elsewhere. It was likewise successful as a print publication, though it also aroused controversy about its "levelling" politics and moral ambiguity. Anne Plumptre, who translated Kotzebue's play as The Natural Son, wrote (perhaps not disinterestedly as the production of Inchbald's work effectively precluded the production of her own) that Inchbald had transformed the character of Amelia into a "forward country hoyden." Others, however, defended the morality of the play. And indeed, various characters indulge in considerable moralizing about charity, honour, and forgiveness. (Summary by wikipedia)</p><p><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Baron Wildenhaim, Countryman, and Prologue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Count Cassel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Anhalt and Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6005">Alan</a><br>Frederick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Verdun the Butler and Epilogue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Landlord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Cottager: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Farmer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Servant and Cottager's Wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Agatha Firburg and Dramatis Personae: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>Amelia Wildenhaim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Country Girl and Preface: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5624">rigbyjm</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5874">Paul Andrews</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Algy Pug<br></p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/lovers-vows-by-august-von-kotzebue/ |
lovers vows 1798 play elizabeth inchbald arguably best known featured jane austen s novel mansfield park 1814 one least four adaptations august von kotzebue s das kind der liebe 1780 literally child love natural son often translated published 1798 1800 inchbald s version one performed dealing sex outside marriage illegitimate birth inchbald preface published version declares highly sensitive task adapting original german text an english audience even so left setting germany p play first performed covent garden thursday 11 october 1798 immediate success ran forty two nights making distance covent garden s successful venture season went performed bristol newcastle bath elsewhere likewise successful print publication though also aroused controversy levelling politics moral ambiguity anne plumptre translated kotzebue s play natural son wrote perhaps disinterestedly production inchbald s work effectively precluded production own inchbald transformed character amelia forward country hoyden others however defended morality play indeed various characters indulge considerable moralizing charity honour forgiveness summary wikipedia p p strong cast strong br p baron wildenhaim countryman prologue a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br count cassel a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br anhalt narrator a href http librivox org reader 6005 alan a br frederick a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br verdun butler epilogue a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br landlord a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br cottager a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br farmer a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br gentleman a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br servant cottager s wife a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br agatha firburg dramatis personae a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br amelia wildenhaim a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br country girl preface a href http librivox org reader 5624 rigbyjm a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5874 paul andrews a br br strong audio edited by strong algy pug br p |
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4731 |
5224 |
Metaphysics |
Aristotle |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Science |
Metaphysics (Ancient Greek: ΜΕΤΑ ΤΑ ΦΥΣΙΚΑ; Latin: METAPHYSICA; English: After the Physics) discusses topics including substance, accident, causation and God. The text was lost in Western Europe during the Dark Ages. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p>\n |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/metaphysics-by-aristotle/ |
metaphysics ancient greek μετα τα φυσικα latin metaphysica english physics discusses topics including substance accident causation god text lost western europe dark ages summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 4763 |
4732 |
5225 |
Just And The Unjust |
Vaughan Kester |
Detective Fiction |
Framed for a murder he did not commit, John North must rely on his friends to help clear him of the charge. But, are they really his friends? Many have dirty little secrets they wish to keep private, even at the expense of John North’s life. Ironically, those keeping quiet include members of the legal profession. Only one drunken man knows the true identity of the killer but he has mysteriously disappeared. Deceit and betrayal flourish in this story, with a tense conclusion. (Introduction by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-just-and-the-unjust-by-vaughan-kester/ |
framed murder commit john north must rely friends help clear charge but really friends many dirty little secrets wish keep private even expense john north s life ironically keeping quiet include members legal profession one drunken man knows true identity killer mysteriously disappeared deceit betrayal flourish story tense conclusion introduction tom weiss p |
| 4764 |
4752 |
5247 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 04 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the fourth volume, 40 short stories and poems have been gathered from 33 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-volume-4-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this fourth volume 40 short stories poems gathered 33 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 4765 |
4733 |
5226 |
Ruth Hall |
Fanny Fern |
General Fiction |
This is a COMPELLING semi-autobiography of a woman who experienced severe highs and lows! Starting many things at a very young age in life & experiencing incredible happiness! Only all too soon to find herself in extreme opposite situations. This book shows some of the true heartlessness that some human beings can display, as well as some family. It conveys hypocrisy of some in the religious world. It also displays true grit and what desperation can do to drive a person! This book will inevitably cause the reader to experience several emotions and thoughts, some pleasant, some not so nice. "Live" the journey along with the author! A MUST read! (Written by Deborah Knight)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-hall-by-fanny-fern/ |
compelling semi autobiography woman experienced severe highs lows starting many things young age life experiencing incredible happiness soon find extreme opposite situations book shows true heartlessness human beings display well family conveys hypocrisy religious world also displays true grit desperation drive person book inevitably cause reader experience several emotions thoughts pleasant nice live journey along author must read written deborah knight p |
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4734 |
5227 |
Nature's Miracles Volume 1: World Building and Life |
Elisha Gray |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
Elisha Gray (August 2, 1835 – January 21, 1901) was an American electrical engineer who co-founded the Western Electric Manufacturing Company. Gray is best known for his development of a telephone prototype in 1876 in Highland Park, Illinois and is considered by some writers to be the true inventor of the variable resistance telephone, despite losing out to Alexander Graham Bell for the telephone patent. <br><br>\n\nNature's Miracles: Familiar Talks on Science, published in 1900, is a discussion of science and technology for the general public. Volume I is subtitled World Building and Life: Earth, Air and Water. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/natures-miracles-familiar-talks-on-science-vol-1-by-elisha-gray/ |
elisha gray august 2 1835 january 21 1901 american electrical engineer co founded western electric manufacturing company gray best known development telephone prototype 1876 highland park illinois considered writers true inventor variable resistance telephone despite losing alexander graham bell telephone patent br br nature s miracles familiar talks science published 1900 discussion science technology general public volume subtitled world building life earth air water summary wikipedia p |
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4735 |
5228 |
Zaragoza |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
"Zaragoza" es la sexta novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. En "Napoleón en Chamartín" dejamos a Gabriel de Araceli preso en manos de los franceses, después de haber fracasado en su intento de liberar a su amada Inés de sus parientes. La columna de presos, maniatados, se dirige hacia Francia, pero... (Resumen de Tux)<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
zaragoza es la sexta novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós en napoleón en chamartín dejamos gabriel de araceli preso en manos de los franceses después de haber fracasado en su intento de liberar su amada inés de sus parientes la columna de presos maniatados se dirige hacia francia pero resumen de tux p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br br |
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4736 |
5229 |
Subspace Survivors |
Lee Hawkins Garby |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
A team of space travelers are caught in a subspace accident which, up to now, no one has ever survived. But some of the survivors of the Procyon are not ordinary travelers. Their psi abilities allow them to see things before they happen. But will it be enough?\n\nSmith's story "Subspace Survivors" first appeared in the July 1960 issue of the magazine Astounding.</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/subspace-survivors-by-e-e-smith/ |
team space travelers caught subspace accident which now one ever survived survivors procyon ordinary travelers psi abilities allow see things happen enough smith s story subspace survivors first appeared july 1960 issue magazine astounding p |
| 4769 |
4737 |
5230 |
Small Catechism |
Martin Luther |
Christianity - Other |
Luther's Small Catechism (Der Kleine Katechismus) was written by Martin Luther and published in 1529 for the training of children. Luther's Small Catechism reviews The Ten Commandments, The Apostles' Creed, The Lord's Prayer, The Sacrament of Holy Baptism, The Office of the Keys & Confession, and The Sacrament of the Eucharist. It is included in the Lutheran Book of Concord as an authoritative statement of what Lutherans believe. The Small Catechism is widely used today in Lutheran churches as part of youth education and Confirmation. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-small-catechism-by-martin-luther/ |
luther s small catechism der kleine katechismus written martin luther published 1529 training children luther s small catechism reviews ten commandments apostles creed lord s prayer sacrament holy baptism office keys confession sacrament eucharist included lutheran book concord authoritative statement lutherans believe small catechism widely used today lutheran churches part youth education confirmation from wikipedia p |
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4738 |
5231 |
Through the Looking-Glass (version 5 dramatic reading) |
Lewis Carroll |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Sequel to Alice in Wonderland, this volume sees Alice travel through a mirror to a dream-world where she meets chess pieces and other curious characters. (Summary by David Goldfarb)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Alice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>The White Queen/The Fawn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>The White King: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>The Father/Gentle Voice/Oysters/The Lion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6119">Vinnie Tesla</a><br>The Tiger-Lily: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6099">Cheri Gardner</a><br>The Rose: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6108">breezyweezy</a><br>A Daisy/The Pudding: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5394">Heather Phillips</a><br>Another Daisy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>A Violet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6489">Liz Bennington</a><br>The Larkspur/A Horse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br>The Red Queen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>The Guard/The White Knight: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>A Gentleman/The Red Knight/Long-Beaked Creature: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>A Goat/Someone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5784">Chris Donnelly</a><br>A Beetle/The Carpenter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6124">Shea McNamara</a><br>Gnat/The Moon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Other Voices: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6077">Steve Belleguelle</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Tweedledum and Tweedledee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>The Walrus/The Unicorn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>The Sheep/Hatta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Humpty Dumpty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Haigha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>The Aged Man/The Frog: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Shrill Voice/The Fishes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: David Goldfarb</strong>,/p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-dramatic-reading-by-lewis-carroll/ |
sequel alice wonderland volume sees alice travel mirror dream world meets chess pieces curious characters summary david goldfarb br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br alice a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br the white queen the fawn a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br the white king a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br the father gentle voice oysters the lion a href http librivox org reader 6119 vinnie tesla a br the tiger lily a href http librivox org reader 6099 cheri gardner a br the rose a href http librivox org reader 6108 breezyweezy a br a daisy the pudding a href http librivox org reader 5394 heather phillips a br another daisy a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br a violet a href http librivox org reader 6489 liz bennington a br the larkspur a horse a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br the red queen a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br the guard the white knight a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br a gentleman the red knight long beaked creature a href http librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br a goat someone a href http librivox org reader 5784 chris donnelly a br a beetle the carpenter a href http librivox org reader 6124 shea mcnamara a br gnat the moon a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br other voices a href http librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a a href http librivox org reader 6077 steve belleguelle a a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br tweedledum tweedledee a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br the walrus the unicorn a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br the sheep hatta a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br humpty dumpty a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br haigha a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br the aged man the frog a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br shrill voice the fishes a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br br strong audio edited by david goldfarb strong p |
| 4771 |
4739 |
5232 |
Little Colonel's House Party |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Family |
Lloyd Sherman, the "Little Colonel", is a girl of eleven whose mother invites three other girls to spend a month with Lloyd in her beautiful home in Kentucky. The children come from very different homes, but fall into the new ways very readily. The account of their escapades will amuse young readers. A bit of disobedience on the part of one spoilt girl leads to something of a tragedy, in which Betty, the nicest of the children, is the sufferer.<br><br> This series for girls from the early 1900’s, begun in “The Little Colonel”, and continued in “The Gate of the Giant Scissors” and “Two Little Knights of Kentucky”, is picked up again in this volume, with the return of several of the characters from those books. (Summary from an original review of the title and Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-house-party-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
lloyd sherman little colonel girl eleven whose mother invites three girls spend month lloyd beautiful home kentucky children come different homes fall new ways readily account escapades amuse young readers bit disobedience part one spoilt girl leads something tragedy betty nicest children sufferer br br series girls early 1900 s begun the little colonel continued the gate giant scissors two little knights kentucky picked volume return several characters books summary original review title maria therese p |
| 4772 |
4740 |
5233 |
Geschiedenis van een neger |
Anonymous |
General Fiction |
Geschiedenis van een neger is een anoniem, rond 1771 verschenen boekwerk. Het is het verhaal van een hugenoot, aangeduid met de letter N., die met zijn vrouw en dochter en vergezeld van de begaafde neger Thomas van Suriname naar Amsterdam reist. N. ontpopt zich als een meester met verlichte ideeën die gelooft in de natuurlijke edelheid van de mens. Hij verklaart deze ideeën wanneer een eiland wordt aangedaan waar een andere Hugenoot een heilstaat heeft gesticht. `Goede woorden’ sorteren volgens N. meer effect dan slagen. In zijn goede-meesterschap is hij consequent wanneer zijn dochter Agnes verklaart de trouwe en tot het christendom bekeerde Thomas te verkiezen boven een andere huwelijkskandidaat: N. stemt toe in het huwelijk met de neger. (Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/geschiedenis-van-een-neger-by-anoniem/ |
geschiedenis van een neger een anoniem rond 1771 verschenen boekwerk het het verhaal van een hugenoot aangeduid met de letter n die met zijn vrouw en dochter en vergezeld van de begaafde neger thomas van suriname naar amsterdam reist n ontpopt zich als een meester met verlichte ideeën die gelooft de natuurlijke edelheid van de mens hij verklaart deze ideeën wanneer een eiland wordt aangedaan waar een andere hugenoot een heilstaat heeft gesticht goede woorden sorteren volgens n meer effect dan slagen zijn goede meesterschap hij consequent wanneer zijn dochter agnes verklaart de trouwe en tot het christendom bekeerde thomas te verkiezen boven een andere huwelijkskandidaat n stemt toe het huwelijk met de neger wikipedia p |
| 4773 |
4741 |
5235 |
Secret Garden (version 3) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
When Mary Lennox, who has been brought up in India in a spoiled manner, is orphaned she has to move to Yorkshire, England, to live with her uncle in Misselthwaite Manor. Here she is treated much differently than she was in India - she is able to make friends with children her own age, one of these being her sickly cousin, Colin Craven (Introduction by ashleighjane)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-garden-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-2/ |
mary lennox brought india spoiled manner orphaned move yorkshire england live uncle misselthwaite manor treated much differently india able make friends children age one sickly cousin colin craven introduction ashleighjane p |
| 4774 |
4742 |
5236 |
Meditations from the Pen of Mrs. Maria W. Stewart |
Maria W. Stewart |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
<br />Maria W. Stewart was America's first black woman political writer. Between 1831 and 1833, she gave four speeches on the topics of slavery and women's rights. <em>Meditations From The Pen of Mrs. Maria W. Stewart</em>—published in 1879, shortly before her death—is a collection of those speeches as well as her memoir, some meditations and prayers. They are political, poetical and sermon all at the same time; but in the mileu in which she lectured, they were a critically important part of the abolitionist movement years before the contributions of others such as Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth. Her speeches and essays espoused a return to Christian values and morality, but also proposed fundamental changes in gender roles in the midst of tremendous public opposition to the rights of blacks and of women. (Introduction by James K. White)<br /><br /> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/meditations-from-the-pen-by-maria-w-stewart/ |
br maria w stewart america s first black woman political writer 1831 1833 gave four speeches topics slavery women s rights em meditations pen mrs maria w stewart em published 1879 shortly death is collection speeches well memoir meditations prayers political poetical sermon time mileu lectured critically important part abolitionist movement years contributions others frederick douglass sojourner truth speeches essays espoused return christian values morality also proposed fundamental changes gender roles midst tremendous public opposition rights blacks women introduction james k white br br |
| 4775 |
4743 |
5237 |
Vanished Arizona: Recollections of the Army Life of a New England Woman |
Martha Summerhayes |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"This is the lively autobiography of Martha Summerhayes, the wife of an officer in the American Army. Here, she tells many stories about life and conditions in different camps and forts in which she lived with her expanding family, people along the way, and Journeys."\n(Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/vanished-arizona-recollections-of-the-army-life-of-a-new-england-woman-by-martha-summerhayes/ |
this lively autobiography martha summerhayes wife officer american army here tells many stories life conditions different camps forts lived expanding family people along way journeys summary stav nisser p |
| 4776 |
4744 |
5239 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 013 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-013-by/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 4777 |
4753 |
5248 |
Habits that Handicap |
Charles B. Towns |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
<br />Habits that Handicap is one of three novels about alcoholism and drug addiction written by Charles B. Towns. Towns was an expert on alcoholism and drug addiction who helped draft drug control legislation in the United States during the early 20th century. He also founded the Towns Hospital in New York City, which aimed at drying out the well-to-do patient. (Summary by Guero and Wikipedia.)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/habits-that-handicap-by-charles-b-towns/ |
br habits handicap one three novels alcoholism drug addiction written charles b towns towns expert alcoholism drug addiction helped draft drug control legislation united states early 20th century also founded towns hospital new york city aimed drying well to do patient summary guero wikipedia br br |
| 4778 |
4745 |
5240 |
Past |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of The Past by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 20, 2011.<br><br>Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines: "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death. (summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-past-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings past ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project february 20 2011 br br ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death summary wikipedia p |
| 4779 |
4746 |
5241 |
Anne of Avonlea (version 3) (dramatic reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Following Anne of Green Gables (1908), the book covers the second chapter in the life of Anne Shirley. This book follows Anne from the age of 16 to 18, during the two years that she teaches at Avonlea school. It includes many of the characters from Anne of Green Gables, as well as new ones like Mr. Harrison, Miss Lavendar Lewis, Paul Irving, and the twins Dora and Davy. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p><p><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Anne/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Lynde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Mr. Harrison: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Marilla Cuthbert/Benjie Sloane/Anthony Pye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Diana Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">SallyMc</a><br>Jane Andrews: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Gilbert Blythe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Paul Irving: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6153">anjieliu</a><br>Dora Keith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Davy Keith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Charlotta the Fourth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5405">Anka</a><br>Miss Lavendar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4964">Rashada</a><br>Ginger the Parrot/Lottie Wright/Gertie Pye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5890">GabrielleC</a><br>Mr. Shearer/Lorenzo White: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Mrs. Donnell/Mrs. Peter Sloane/Priscilla Grant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5101">E.Lee</a><br>Miss Eliza Andrews/Mrs. Bell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br>Miss Catherine Andrews/Mrs. Allan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a><br>Mrs. Theodore White/Mrs. Andrews: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6215">Janet248</a><br>Mrs. James White/Mrs. Harrison: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lauretta White/Barbara Shaw/Annetta Bell/Carrie Sloane/Julia Bell/Miss Sarah Copp: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6099">Cheri Gardner</a><br>Peter Sloane/Mr. Barry/Mr. Irving/Jimmy Andrews/Oliver Sloane/Willie White/Joe Sloane: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Ned Clay/John Henry Carter/St. Clair Donnell/Fred Wright: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br>Judson Parker/Harmon Andrews: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Jerry Corcoran/Thomas Lynde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-dramatic-reading-by-l-m-montgomery/ |
following anne green gables 1908 book covers second chapter life anne shirley book follows anne age 16 18 two years teaches avonlea school includes many characters anne green gables well new ones like mr harrison miss lavendar lewis paul irving twins dora davy summary wikipedia p p strong cast strong br anne narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs lynde a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br mr harrison a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br marilla cuthbert benjie sloane anthony pye a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br diana barry a href http librivox org reader 4706 sallymc a br jane andrews a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br gilbert blythe a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br paul irving a href http librivox org reader 6153 anjieliu a br dora keith a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br davy keith a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br charlotta fourth a href http librivox org reader 5405 anka a br miss lavendar a href http librivox org reader 4964 rashada a br ginger parrot lottie wright gertie pye a href http librivox org reader 5890 gabriellec a br mr shearer lorenzo white a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br mrs donnell mrs peter sloane priscilla grant a href http librivox org reader 5101 e lee a br miss eliza andrews mrs bell a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br miss catherine andrews mrs allan a href http librivox org reader 1472 sarah jennings a br mrs theodore white mrs andrews a href http librivox org reader 6215 janet248 a br mrs james white mrs harrison a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lauretta white barbara shaw annetta bell carrie sloane julia bell miss sarah copp a href http librivox org reader 6099 cheri gardner a br peter sloane mr barry mr irving jimmy andrews oliver sloane willie white joe sloane a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br ned clay john henry carter st clair donnell fred wright a href http librivox org reader 5346 skythrock a br judson parker harmon andrews a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br jerry corcoran thomas lynde a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
| 4780 |
4747 |
5242 |
Mysterious Disappearance |
Louis Tracy |
Detective Fiction |
Lady Dyke disappears mysteriously, and barrister and hobby detective Claude Bruce appears to be one of the last persons to have seen her. A short time later a dead body is found in the river, and Bruce follows the trails. Who is Sydney H. Corbett? Why did the Lady's maid disappear shortly after her Lady? And what business did Lady Dyke have at Sloane Square? If Bruce can find the answer to these questions, he will find the solution to the mystery. (Introduction by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-mysterious-disappearance-by-louis-tracy/ |
lady dyke disappears mysteriously barrister hobby detective claude bruce appears one last persons seen her short time later dead body found river bruce follows trails sydney h corbett lady s maid disappear shortly lady business lady dyke sloane square bruce find answer questions find solution mystery introduction carolin p |
| 4781 |
4748 |
5243 |
Three Ecumenical Creeds |
Unknown |
Christianity - Other |
"Ecumenical creeds" is an umbrella term used in the western church to refer to the Nicene Creed, the Apostles' Creed, and the Athanasian Creed. The ecumenical creeds are also known as the universal creeds. These creeds are accepted by almost all mainstream Christian denominations in the western church, including the Roman Catholic Church, Anglican churches and Lutheran churches. A creed by definition is a summary or statement of what one believes it originates from the Latin credo meaning "I Believe." (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/three-ecumenical-creeds/ |
ecumenical creeds umbrella term used western church refer nicene creed apostles creed athanasian creed ecumenical creeds also known universal creeds creeds accepted almost mainstream christian denominations western church including roman catholic church anglican churches lutheran churches creed definition summary statement one believes originates latin credo meaning i believe introduction wikipedia p |
| 4782 |
4749 |
5244 |
Old and New Masters |
Robert Lynd |
Literary Criticism |
Jane Austen, WB Yeats, Chesterton, Shaw... these are personal and intelligent short essays on a selection of great (and great-ish) writers: some well known, and some a bit more obscure to the average reader today. Robert Lynd (1879 – 1949) is best known as a literary essayist and Irish nationalist. He published many essays, all written in an easy, conversational style. Lynd was an essayist after the manner of Charles Lamb, and deserves to be better known. A complete list of his works is available at Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Wilson_Lynd (summary by chocmuse)</p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/old-and-new-masters-by-robert-lynd/ |
jane austen wb yeats chesterton shaw personal intelligent short essays selection great and great ish writers well known bit obscure average reader today robert lynd 1879 1949 best known literary essayist irish nationalist published many essays written easy conversational style lynd essayist manner charles lamb deserves better known complete list works available wikipedia http en wikipedia org wiki robert_wilson_lynd summary chocmuse p |
| 4783 |
4750 |
5245 |
Return of the Soul |
Robert Smythe Hichens |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Can the soul of the dead come back to haunt the one who was responsible for its death? What would happen if the responsible one did not believe it could be so, and yet was in love with the returned soul? The Return of the Soul is a horror story of a man who is visited by the returning soul of a deceased, and who has some very perplexing issues to deal with upon that return. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-the-soul-by-robert-smythe-hichens/ |
soul dead come back haunt one responsible death would happen responsible one believe could so yet love returned soul return soul horror story man visited returning soul deceased perplexing issues deal upon return introduction roger melin p |
| 4784 |
4751 |
5246 |
War |
Pierre Loti |
War & Military, History , Memoirs |
Pierre Loti [Julien Viaud] (1850-1923) was a French naval officer and novelist. The present book is one of his few works of non-fiction, a small collection of letters and diary entries that describe his views and experiences in the wars and military operations in which he participated. Besides World War I, he also sheds light upon his views and involvement in the preparations for the Turkish Revolution of 1923, for which until today a famous hill and popular café in Istanbul are named after him. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/war-by-pierre-loti/ |
pierre loti julien viaud 1850 1923 french naval officer novelist present book one works non fiction small collection letters diary entries describe views experiences wars military operations participated besides world war i also sheds light upon views involvement preparations turkish revolution 1923 today famous hill popular café istanbul named him summary carolin p |
| 4785 |
4754 |
5249 |
Eddie of Jackson's Gang |
Brother Ernest Ryan |
Action & Adventure, Family |
Eddie. That is the only name our young, musically talented hero knew for himself. After being left at a Catholic orphanage as a young child, at the age of nine he is unwittingly adopted into a gang of thieves. Will he be able and maintain his innocence and escape their clutches? And will he ever be able to discover his true parentage?\nBrother Ernest Ryan was a Holy Cross Brother, the founder of and a prolific author for the Dujarie Press, a Catholic publishing house of Juvenile Saint books for children in the 1950’s and 1960’s. He wrote numerous juvenile biographical saint books for children, as well as several children’s fictional titles – of which this is one. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/eddie-of-jacksons-gang-by-brother-ernest-ryan/ |
eddie name young musically talented hero knew himself left catholic orphanage young child age nine unwittingly adopted gang thieves able maintain innocence escape clutches ever able discover true parentage brother ernest ryan holy cross brother founder prolific author dujarie press catholic publishing house juvenile saint books children 1950 s 1960 s wrote numerous juvenile biographical saint books children well several children s fictional titles one summary maria therese p |
| 4786 |
4755 |
5250 |
Lotgevallen van Robinson Crusoë |
Daniel Defoe |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Robinson Crusoë weet 27 jaren, 2 maanden en 20 dagen te overleven op een onbewoond eiland, met een papagaai, een regenscherm en een grote muts van geitenvel.</p> |
Dutch |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/de-lotgevallen-van-robinson-crusoe-by-daniel-defoe/ |
robinson crusoë weet 27 jaren 2 maanden en 20 dagen te overleven op een onbewoond eiland met een papagaai een regenscherm en een grote muts van geitenvel p |
| 4787 |
4756 |
5251 |
Theological Orations |
Gregory of Nazianzus |
Christianity - Other |
After the death of the Arian Emperor Valens, the synod of Antioch in 379 asked Gregory to help resurrect Constantinople to Nicene orthodoxy. While the most important churches were still headed by Arian bishops, Gregory transformed his cousin's villa into the Anastasia chapel. From this little chapel he delivered five powerful discourses on Nicene doctrine, explaining the nature of the Trinity and the unity of the Godhead. These are called the "Theological Orations." By the time he left Constantinople two years later, there did not remain one Arian church in all of the city. (Jonathan Lange).</p> |
English |
379 |
https://librivox.org/theological-orations-by-gregory-of-nazianzus/ |
death arian emperor valens synod antioch 379 asked gregory help resurrect constantinople nicene orthodoxy important churches still headed arian bishops gregory transformed cousin s villa anastasia chapel little chapel delivered five powerful discourses nicene doctrine explaining nature trinity unity godhead called theological orations time left constantinople two years later remain one arian church city jonathan lange p |
| 4788 |
4757 |
5252 |
Operation: Outer Space |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Jed Cochrane is about to take off on man's first interstellar voyage. His mission: Make sure it's good television! (Introduction by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/operation-outer-space-by-murray-leinster/ |
jed cochrane take man s first interstellar voyage mission make sure good television introduction mark nelson p |
| 4789 |
4758 |
5253 |
Ballad of St. Barbara and Other Verses |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry |
This book of poetry by G.K. Chesterton, originally published in 1922, contain 35 poems on a variety of subjects. (Summary by Maria Therese)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-st-barbara-and-other-verses-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
book poetry g k chesterton originally published 1922 contain 35 poems variety subjects summary maria therese p |
| 4790 |
4759 |
5254 |
Master-Knot of Human Fate |
Ellis Meredith |
General Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
A tale of two people, and their search for answers to unknown questions. Adam and Robin find themselves inexplicably alone after an apparent natural cataclysm, and are compelled to learn how to survive, how to endure, but most importantly to themselves, how to enjoy, understand their new roles in life, and understand each other. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-knot-of-human-fate-by-ellis-meredith/ |
tale two people search answers unknown questions adam robin find inexplicably alone apparent natural cataclysm compelled learn survive endure importantly themselves enjoy understand new roles life understand other introduction roger melin p |
| 4791 |
4760 |
5255 |
Monday or Tuesday |
Virginia Woolf |
Short Stories |
Adeline Virginia Woolf was an English author, essayist, publisher, and writer of short stories, regarded as one of the foremost modernist literary figures of the twentieth century. During the interwar period, Woolf was a significant figure in London literary society and a member of the Bloomsbury Group. Her most famous works include the novels <i>Mrs. Dalloway</i> (1925), <i>To the Lighthouse</i> (1927), and <i>Orlando</i> (1928), and the book-length essay <i>A Room of One's Own</i> (1929), with its famous dictum, "A woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction."<br /><br />The slim book <i>Monday or Tuesday</i> offers an excursion into Virginia Woolf's early excursions in "stream of consciousness" writing she was to become famous for; including her so-termed "Moments of being," in a format of a collection of short stories mainly concerned with people's thoughts as well as psychology in general, the human and particularly female condition, and aesthetics which inspired and engaged her much of the time helping other writers to find publication through her and her husband Leonard Woolf's "Hogarth Press." (Summary from Wikipedia and LizMourant)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/monday-or-tuesday-by-virginia-woolf/ |
adeline virginia woolf english author essayist publisher writer short stories regarded one foremost modernist literary figures twentieth century interwar period woolf significant figure london literary society member bloomsbury group famous works include novels i mrs dalloway i 1925 i to lighthouse i 1927 i orlando i 1928 book length essay i a room one s own i 1929 famous dictum a woman must money room write fiction br br the slim book i monday tuesday i offers excursion virginia woolf s early excursions stream consciousness writing become famous for including so termed moments being format collection short stories mainly concerned people s thoughts well psychology general human particularly female condition aesthetics inspired engaged much time helping writers find publication husband leonard woolf s hogarth press summary wikipedia lizmourant p |
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4761 |
5256 |
Unterm Birnbaum |
Theodor Fontane |
Detective Fiction |
"Unterm Birnbaum" von Theodor Fontane ist eine in Novellenform verfasste Kriminalgeschichte. <br />\nAbel Hradscheck, Dorfkrämer und Wirt, der gerne seinen eigenen Wein trinkt, um Geld spielt und eine anspruchsvolle Frau hat, ist hoch verschuldet. Das meiste Geld schuldet er einem Lieferanten. Dieser hat den Besuch des polnischen Handlungreisenden Szulski angekündigt, der die Schulden einfordern will. Als Hradscheck eines Tages unter seinem Birnbaum die Leiche eines französischen Soldaten findet, reift in ihm ein raffinierter Mordplan. Er erfindet eine angebliche Erbschaft und bezahlt mit seinem allerletzten Geld dem Polen vor Zeugen die Schulden. Am nächsten Morgen besteigt Hradschecks Frau in Szulskis Pelzmantel vermummt die Kutsche und täuscht so dessen Abreise vor. Die Kutsche wird kurz darauf in der Oder gefunden. Die Leiche des Polen bleibt unauffindbar, aber Hradscheck gerät bei den Dorfbewohnern unter Verdacht. Seine Nachbarin hat ihn in der fraglichen Nacht bei Unwetter in seinem Garten unterm Birnbaum graben sehen. Bei der Untersuchung seines Gartens findet man tatsächlich eine Leiche, aber diese lag offensichtlich schon zwanzig Jahre dort, und Hradscheck gibt an, nur eine verdorbene Speckseite vergraben zu haben. Damit ist er rehabilitiert. Aber die Tat lässt ihn nicht ruhen; immer wieder kommen Verdachtsmomente gegen ihn auf, sei es durch ein unbedachtes Wort von ihm selbst oder durch Anspielungen seiner spökenkiekerigen Nachbarin. Als schließlich offen erzählt wird, in seinem Keller spuke es, begeht er einen großen Fehler... (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/unterm-birnbaum-by-theodor-fontane/ |
unterm birnbaum von theodor fontane ist eine novellenform verfasste kriminalgeschichte br abel hradscheck dorfkrämer und wirt der gerne seinen eigenen wein trinkt um geld spielt und eine anspruchsvolle frau hat ist hoch verschuldet das meiste geld schuldet er einem lieferanten dieser hat den besuch des polnischen handlungreisenden szulski angekündigt der die schulden einfordern will als hradscheck eines tages unter seinem birnbaum die leiche eines französischen soldaten findet reift ihm ein raffinierter mordplan er erfindet eine angebliche erbschaft und bezahlt mit seinem allerletzten geld dem polen vor zeugen die schulden nächsten morgen besteigt hradschecks frau szulskis pelzmantel vermummt die kutsche und täuscht dessen abreise vor die kutsche wird kurz darauf der oder gefunden die leiche des polen bleibt unauffindbar aber hradscheck gerät bei den dorfbewohnern unter verdacht seine nachbarin hat ihn der fraglichen nacht bei unwetter seinem garten unterm birnbaum graben sehen bei der untersuchung seines gartens findet man tatsächlich eine leiche aber diese lag offensichtlich schon zwanzig jahre dort und hradscheck gibt an nur eine verdorbene speckseite vergraben zu haben damit ist er rehabilitiert aber die tat lässt ihn nicht ruhen immer wieder kommen verdachtsmomente gegen ihn auf sei es durch ein unbedachtes wort von ihm selbst oder durch anspielungen seiner spökenkiekerigen nachbarin als schließlich offen erzählt wird seinem keller spuke es begeht er einen großen fehler zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 4793 |
4774 |
5271 |
Rick and Ruddy |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction |
This delightful story is full of ups and downs involving a young boy and his dog, "a gift from the sea". The adventures range from playful antics to times of peril, and through it all, our protagonists (both human and canine alike) come through for each other as only a dog and his boy can! This adventurous and fun tale will bring you back to your own childhood memories...you and that special tail-wagger from the "good ol' days". </p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/rick-and-ruddy-by-howard-r-garis/ |
delightful story full ups downs involving young boy dog a gift sea adventures range playful antics times peril all protagonists both human canine alike come dog boy can adventurous fun tale bring back childhood memories you special tail wagger good ol days p |
| 4794 |
4762 |
5257 |
Open Window |
Edward Rowland Sill |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Open Window by Edward Rowland Sill. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 27th, 2011.<br><br>Edward Rowland Sill, American poet and educator, was born in Windsor, Connecticut. He was a modest and charming man, a graceful essayist, a sure critic. His contribution to American poetry is small but of fine quality. His best poems, such as "The Venus of Milo," "The Fool's Prayer" and "Opportunity," gave him a high place among the minor poets of America, which might have been higher but for his early death. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-open-window-by-edward-rowland-sill |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings open window edward rowland sill fortnightly poetry project february 27th 2011 br br edward rowland sill american poet educator born windsor connecticut modest charming man graceful essayist sure critic contribution american poetry small fine quality best poems the venus milo the fool s prayer opportunity gave high place among minor poets america might higher early death summary wikipedia p |
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4763 |
5259 |
Microphone Showdown 2 |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Self-Help |
This is a project which will allow readers and listeners to compare the recording quality of a wide variety of recording devices. It is a sequel to <a href="http://librivox.org/recordings-on-mp3-players-and-other-portable-devices/">another project</a> in which readers submitted readings of a poem on a variety of portable recording devices. For this project, readers have read "I Wandered Lonely As A Cloud" by William Wordsworth. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/microphone-showdown-i-wandered-lonely-as-a-cloud-by-william-wordsworth/ |
project allow readers listeners compare recording quality wide variety recording devices sequel a href http librivox org recordings on mp3 players and other portable devices another project a readers submitted readings poem variety portable recording devices project readers read i wandered lonely cloud william wordsworth summary algy pug p |
| 4796 |
4764 |
5260 |
Old Roller Towel |
Bert Leston Taylor |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Old Roller Towel by Bert Leston Taylor. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 27, 2011.</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-roller-towel-by-bert-leston-taylor/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings old roller towel bert leston taylor weekly poetry project february 27 2011 p |
| 4797 |
4765 |
5261 |
Four Mothers at Chautauqua |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Final book in the Chautauqua Girls series. The four original girls return to Chautauqua on the 25 year anniversary of the trip that changed their lives forever. They have with them some children that could use the lessons they themselves learned there. (Introduction by TriciaG)<br/><br/>\n\nMusic for the hymn in Chapters 9 & 26 is titled "Chautauqua" by William, F. Sherman, 1877. <a href="http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/d/a/dayisdin.htm">http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/d/a/dayisdin.htm</a>. Music for the children's song in Chapter 19 is adapted from "Love Lifted Me" by Howard E. Smith, 1912. <a href="http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/l/lliftdme.htm">http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/l/lliftdme.htm</a>.<br/><br/>\n\nThe scan of the book at Archive.org contains photos of various scenes and people of Chautauqua.<br/><br/> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/four-mothers-at-chautauqua-by-pansy/ |
final book chautauqua girls series four original girls return chautauqua 25 year anniversary trip changed lives forever children could use lessons learned there introduction triciag br br music hymn chapters 9 26 titled chautauqua william f sherman 1877 a href http www cyberhymnal org htm d a dayisdin htm http www cyberhymnal org htm d a dayisdin htm a music children s song chapter 19 adapted love lifted me howard e smith 1912 a href http www cyberhymnal org htm l l lliftdme htm http www cyberhymnal org htm l l lliftdme htm a br br scan book archive org contains photos various scenes people chautauqua br br |
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4766 |
5262 |
Industrial Conspiracies |
Clarence Darrow |
*Non-fiction, Political Science, Self-Help |
Publisher's Note.—This address was delivered shortly after Mr. Darrow's triumphant acquittal on a charge growing out of his defense of the McNamaras at Los Angeles, California. The man, the subject and the occasion makes it one of the greatest speeches of our time. It is the hope of the publishers that this message of Mr. Darrow's may reach the millions of men, women and youth of our country, that they may see the labor problem plainer and that they may receive hope and inspiration in their efforts to make a better and juster world. -Paul Turner, Otto Newman,
Julius Knispel.</p>\n\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/industrial-conspiracies-by-clarence-darrow/ |
publisher s note this address delivered shortly mr darrow s triumphant acquittal charge growing defense mcnamaras los angeles california man subject occasion makes one greatest speeches time hope publishers message mr darrow s may reach millions men women youth country may see labor problem plainer may receive hope inspiration efforts make better juster world paul turner otto newman julius knispel p |
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4767 |
5263 |
Child of the Jago |
Arthur Morrison |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Arthur George Morrison was an English author and journalist known for his realistic novels about London's East End and for his detective stories. Morrison's most famous novel is A Child of the Jago, published in 1896, The novel described in graphic detail living conditions in the East End, including the permeation of violence into everyday life (it was a barely fictionalized account of life in the Old Nichol Street Rookery). (Introduction by Wikipedia and Algy Pug)</p>\nOther works in the trilogy: <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/tales-of-mean-streets-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">1 - Tales of Mean Streets</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/to-london-town-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">3 - To London Town</a><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/child-of-the-jago-a-by-arthur-morrison/ |
arthur george morrison english author journalist known realistic novels london s east end detective stories morrison s famous novel child jago published 1896 novel described graphic detail living conditions east end including permeation violence everyday life it barely fictionalized account life old nichol street rookery introduction wikipedia algy pug p works trilogy br a href https librivox org tales of mean streets by arthur morrison target _blank 1 tales mean streets a br a href https librivox org to london town by arthur morrison target _blank 3 london town a br |
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4802 |
5299 |
Makers of Many Things |
Eva March Tappan |
Reference |
How are friction matches made? How do rags and trees become paper? Who makes the dishes on our tables? Published in 1916, this children's book explains the origins of everyday items in an entertaining and informative way. There are plenty of illustrations, so please feel free to read along with the online etext: <a href="http://http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28569">Makers of Many Things</a>. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/makers-of-many-things-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
friction matches made rags trees become paper makes dishes tables published 1916 children s book explains origins everyday items entertaining informative way plenty illustrations please feel free read along online etext a href http http www gutenberg org ebooks 28569 makers many things a summary kara p |
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4768 |
5264 |
Science of Being Well |
Wallace D. Wattles |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
If you are seeking better health and ways to stay well…This book is for you! Wallace D. Wattles was an American author and a pioneer success new thought movement writer. His most famous work and first book is a book called The Science of Getting Rich in which he explains how to get rich. Additionally, In the Science of Getting Well, Wattles suggests the reader to think and ACT in a Certain Way. As with his first book, Wattles explains in simple concepts the keys to Getting Well. With faith and discipline, Wattles suggests you can stay well. Says Wattles “for those who want health, and who want a practical guide and handbook, not a philosophical treatise. It is an instructor in the use of the universal Principle of Life, and my effort has been to explain the way in so plain and simple a fashion that the reader, though he may have given no previous study to New Thought or metaphysics, may readily follow it to perfect health”. (Summary by Jill Preston, Wikipedia and book Preface “Science of Getting Well”)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-of-being-well-by-wallace-d-wattles/ |
seeking better health ways stay well this book you wallace d wattles american author pioneer success new thought movement writer famous work first book book called science getting rich explains get rich additionally science getting well wattles suggests reader think act certain way first book wattles explains simple concepts keys getting well faith discipline wattles suggests stay well says wattles for want health want practical guide handbook philosophical treatise instructor use universal principle life effort explain way plain simple fashion reader though may given previous study new thought metaphysics may readily follow perfect health summary jill preston wikipedia book preface science getting well p |
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4769 |
5266 |
Richard III (Makers of History series) |
Jacob Abbott |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Jacob Abbott chronicles the unspeakably treacherous rise of Richard III to the throne of England in the midst of the war between the Yorks and the Lancasters and his ultimate fall on the Field of Bosworth. (Introduction by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/richard-iii-by-jacob-abbott/ |
jacob abbott chronicles unspeakably treacherous rise richard iii throne england midst war yorks lancasters ultimate fall field bosworth introduction cathy barratt p |
| 4803 |
4770 |
5267 |
Mansfield Park (version 2) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Romance |
Miss Frances, the youngest Ward sister, "married, in the common phrase, to disoblige her family, and by fixing on a lieutenant of marines, without education, fortune, or connexions, did it very thoroughly. She could hardly have made a more untoward choice." Some years later, pregnant with her ninth child, Mrs. Price appeals to her family, namely to her eldest sister and her husband, Sir Thomas Bertram, for help with her over-large family. Sir Thomas provides assistance in helping his nephews into lines of work suitable to their education, and takes his eldest niece, Fanny Price, then ten years old, into his home to raise with his own children. It is Fanny's story we follow in Mansfield Park. (Summary by Karen Savage with text from Mansfield Park)<p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/mansfield-park-by-jane-austen-version-2/ |
miss frances youngest ward sister married common phrase disoblige family fixing lieutenant marines without education fortune connexions thoroughly could hardly made untoward choice years later pregnant ninth child mrs price appeals family namely eldest sister husband sir thomas bertram help over large family sir thomas provides assistance helping nephews lines work suitable education takes eldest niece fanny price ten years old home raise children fanny s story follow mansfield park summary karen savage text mansfield park p |
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4771 |
5268 |
Poème du Mois - 004 L'albatros |
Charles Baudelaire |
Poetry |
Albatros ont été décrits comme "le plus légendaire de tous les oiseaux". Un albatros est un emblème central à La Rime du vieux marin de Samuel Taylor Coleridge, un albatros en captivité est également une métaphore de la poète maudit dans un poème de Charles Baudelaire. C'est à partir du poème de Coleridge que l'utilisation d'albatros comme une métaphore est tirée, quelqu'un avec un fardeau ou un obstacle, dit-on "un albatros autour du cou", la peine infligée dans le poème pour le navigateur qui a tué l'albatros. En partie à cause du poème, il ya un mythe largement répandu que (tous) les marins crois qu'il désastreuses de tirer ou de nuire à un albatros, en vérité, les marins régulièrement tués pour les manger, par exemple, tel que rapporté par James Cook en 1772. D'autre part, il a été rapporté que les marins capturés les oiseaux, mais soi-disant laisser à nouveau libre, la raison possible est que les albatros ont été souvent considérés comme les âmes des marins perdus, de sorte que les tuer aurait été considéré comme portant malheur. (wikipedia et google translate :D )</p>\n |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lalbatros-by-charles-baudelaire/ |
albatros ont été décrits comme le plus légendaire de tous les oiseaux un albatros est un emblème central à la rime du vieux marin de samuel taylor coleridge un albatros en captivité est également une métaphore de la poète maudit dans un poème de charles baudelaire c est à partir du poème de coleridge que l utilisation d albatros comme une métaphore est tirée quelqu un avec un fardeau ou un obstacle dit on un albatros autour du cou la peine infligée dans le poème pour le navigateur qui tué l albatros en partie à cause du poème il ya un mythe largement répandu que tous les marins crois qu il désastreuses de tirer ou de nuire à un albatros en vérité les marins régulièrement tués pour les manger par exemple tel que rapporté par james cook en 1772 d autre part il été rapporté que les marins capturés les oiseaux mais soi disant laisser à nouveau libre la raison possible est que les albatros ont été souvent considérés comme les âmes des marins perdus de sorte que les tuer aurait été considéré comme portant malheur wikipedia et google translate d p |
| 4805 |
4772 |
5269 |
Voyage to Arcturus |
David Lindsay |
Science Fiction |
<i>A Voyage to Arcturus</i> is a novel by Scottish writer David Lindsay, first published in 1920. It combines fantasy, philosophy, and science fiction in an exploration of the nature of good and evil and their relationship with existence. It has been described by critic and philosopher Colin Wilson as the "greatest novel of the twentieth century" and was a central influence on C. S. Lewis' Space Trilogy. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-voyage-to-arcturus-by-david-lindsay/ |
i a voyage arcturus i novel scottish writer david lindsay first published 1920 combines fantasy philosophy science fiction exploration nature good evil relationship existence described critic philosopher colin wilson greatest novel twentieth century central influence c s lewis space trilogy introduction wikipedia p |
| 4806 |
4773 |
5270 |
Fábulas, volume 3 |
Aesop |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Short Stories |
Esopo é um lendário autor grego, que teria vivido na Antigüidade, ao qual se atribui a paternidade da fábula como gênero literário.\nAs Fábulas de Esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos, como Fedro e La Fontaine.\nFabulista grego do século VI a.C.. O local de seu nascimento é incerto — Trácia, Frígia, Etiópia, Samos, e Sardes todas clamam a honra. Eventualmente morreu em Delfos. Na verdade, todos os dados referentes a Esopo são discutíveis e trata-se mais de um personagem lendário do que histórico.\nA única certeza é que as fábulas a ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por Demétrio de Falero, em 325 a.C..<br/><br/>\nEsopo teria sido um escravo, que foi libertado pelo seu dono, que ficou encantado com suas fábulas. Ao que tudo indica, viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu o Egito, a Babilónia e o Oriente. Concretamente, não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa.<br/><br/>\nEntretanto, foi-lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias, de carácter moral e alegórico, cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais. Na Atenas do século V a.C., essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas.<br/><br/>\nAs fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais (mas também de homens, deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas). Esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos. Os seus animais falam, cometem erros, são sábios ou tolos, maus ou bons, exatamente como os homens. A intenção de Esopo, em suas fábulas, era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir, para bem ou para mal.\nAssim como Homero, as fábulas de Esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos, por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor. Mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de Esopo é que as fábulas foram reunidas e escritas.<br/><br/>\n(Adaptado da wikipedia por Vicente)<br/><br/> |
Portuguese |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/fabulas-de-esopo-volume-3-by-esopo/ |
esopo é um lendário autor grego que teria vivido na antigüidade ao qual se atribui paternidade da fábula como gênero literário fábulas de esopo serviram como base para recriações de outros escritores ao longo dos séculos como fedro e la fontaine fabulista grego século vi a c local de seu nascimento é incerto trácia frígia etiópia samos e sardes todas clamam honra eventualmente morreu em delfos na verdade todos os dados referentes esopo são discutíveis e trata se mais de um personagem lendário que histórico única certeza é que fábulas ele atribuídas foram reunidas pela primeira vez por demétrio de falero em 325 a c br br esopo teria sido um escravo que foi libertado pelo seu dono que ficou encantado com suas fábulas ao que tudo indica viajou pelo mundo antigo e conheceu egito babilónia e oriente concretamente não há indícios seguros de que tenha escrito qualquer coisa br br entretanto foi lhe atribuído um conjunto de pequenas histórias de carácter moral e alegórico cujos papéis principais eram desenvolvidos por animais na atenas século v a c essas fábulas eram conhecidas e apreciadas br br fábulas que lhe são atribuídas sugerem normas de conduta que são exemplificadas pela ação dos animais mas também de homens deuses e mesmo coisas inanimadas esopo partia da cultura popular para compor seus escritos os seus animais falam cometem erros são sábios ou tolos maus ou bons exatamente como os homens intenção de esopo em suas fábulas era mostrar como os seres humanos podiam agir para bem ou para mal assim como homero fábulas de esopo faziam parte da tradição oral dos gregos por isso não foram escritas pelo seu suposto autor mais de duzentos anos depois da suposta morte de esopo é que fábulas foram reunidas e escritas br br adaptado da wikipedia por vicente br br |
| 4807 |
10992 |
11650 |
Rouge et le noir |
Stendhal |
Literary Fiction |
Julien Sorel, ambitieux fils de scieur, fait son entrée dans le monde de la bourgeoisie comme précepteur. Où son ambition le mènera-t-il et à quelles obstacles fera-t-elle face ? À vous de le découvrir. \n\n<br>Résumé par Ezwa. |
French |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/le-rouge-et-le-noir-by-stendhal/ |
julien sorel ambitieux fils de scieur fait son entrée dans le monde de la bourgeoisie comme précepteur où son ambition le mènera t il et à quelles obstacles fera t elle face à vous de le découvrir br résumé par ezwa |
| 4808 |
4775 |
5272 |
Eight Cousins (Version 2) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Family |
This is the story of Rose Campbell, a rich but lonely and sickly girl who has been recently orphaned and sent to live with her maiden aunts. When Rose’s guardian, Uncle Alec, returns from abroad he takes over her care. Through his unorthodox theories about child-rearing and her exposure to the exploits of her seven male cousins and numerous aunts, Rose becomes happier and healthier. At the end of a year, she is given a choice of which relative she is to stay with. Whom will she choose?\nThis is an unabridged recording of Louisa May Alcott’s classic work, originally published in 1874. (Summary from Wikipedia and Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/eight-cousins-version-2-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
story rose campbell rich lonely sickly girl recently orphaned sent live maiden aunts rose s guardian uncle alec returns abroad takes care unorthodox theories child rearing exposure exploits seven male cousins numerous aunts rose becomes happier healthier end year given choice relative stay with choose unabridged recording louisa may alcott s classic work originally published 1874 summary wikipedia maria therese p |
| 4809 |
4776 |
5273 |
Briarwood Girls |
Julia Lestarjette Glover |
Children's Fiction |
Kindred Spirits return for their Sophomore year at Briarwood College. There's a new girl who upsets the status quo. (Introduction by Linda Velwest)<p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/briarwood-girls-by-julia-lestarjette-glover/ |
kindred spirits return sophomore year briarwood college there s new girl upsets status quo introduction linda velwest p |
| 4810 |
4777 |
5274 |
Alcatraz |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
This is a story of a wild horse who many said could not be caught or broken, and the man who set out to prove them wrong. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/alcatraz-by-max-brand/ |
story wild horse many said could caught broken man set prove wrong summary richard kilmer p |
| 4811 |
4778 |
5275 |
Master Builder |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Henrik Ibsen's The Master Builder, first published in 1892, is about architect Halvard Solness, who despite personal tragedy (including the death of his two sons) has risen to the top of his profession. He has succeeded partly through ruthless competition and exploitation and partly through a seeming ability to force his will on others. His unhappy wife Aline mourns for their lost life, and resents his interest in various young women, including his bookkeeper Kaia Fosli. Solness disregards the ambitions of other architects, including Knut Brovik and his son Ragnar, and seeks solace in the advice of family physician and friend Dr. Herdal. With the entrance of Hilda Wangel, a young woman whom he met as a child ten years ago, his life acquires a new focal point, one that will mean the end of him. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong>:<br />\n<br />\nHalvard Solness: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nAline Solness: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nDr. Herdal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nKnut Brovik: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nRagnar Brovik: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nKaia Fosli: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nHilda Wangel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5319">Guero</a><br />\n<br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-builder-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
henrik ibsen s master builder first published 1892 architect halvard solness despite personal tragedy including death two sons risen top profession succeeded partly ruthless competition exploitation partly seeming ability force others unhappy wife aline mourns lost life resents interest various young women including bookkeeper kaia fosli solness disregards ambitions architects including knut brovik son ragnar seeks solace advice family physician friend dr herdal entrance hilda wangel young woman met child ten years ago life acquires new focal point one mean end him summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br br halvard solness a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br aline solness a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br dr herdal a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br knut brovik a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br ragnar brovik a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br kaia fosli a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br hilda wangel a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5319 guero a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett p |
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4779 |
5276 |
Shelley: Selected Poems and Prose |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Poetry |
The English Romantic Period in literature featured a towering group of excellent poets: Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley and Keats. If we add in forerunners Burns and Blake, we have perhaps an unmatchable collection of writers for any era. Of these, Percy Bysshe Shelley was one of the brightest and best, coupling a giant intellect with a highly emotional and impetuous nature. He was always a champion of liberty, but was largely ignored when he tried to promote political and social reform. He was wise enough, however, to realize that his efforts were ineffective, and he chose instead, not to attempt to reshape society, but to transform the individual, to inspire his readers to a greater love of beauty, of nature, and especially of each other. To this end, he poured forth a profusion of gorgeous verse overflowing with brilliant imagery, all aimed at uplifting the good and the beautiful, the free and the loving, while denouncing the social forces that tended to suppress them.<br /><br />Unfortunately, it was Shelley’s fate to be misunderstood by the people of his own time. He was vilified as an evil influence, a free thinker and free lover whose ideas should be abhorred. He pictured himself in his poetic tribute to Keats, “Adonais,” as an outcast or a martyr, a “phantom among men, companionless,” bearing a brand upon his brow like that of Cain or of Christ. His life was unorthodox, but his nature was highly sympathetic and filled with devotion to those who were ground down by life and the pressures of a callous society. Perhaps the greatest testimonial was paid to him in letters written by Lord Byron (who, incidentally, disagreed with his political ideas): “...he is, to my knowledge, the least selfish and the mildest of men--a man who has made more sacrifices of his fortune and feelings for others than any I ever heard of.” “Shelley...was, without exception, the best and least selfish man I ever knew. I never knew one who was not a beast in comparison.” (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/shelley-selected-poems-and-prose-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
english romantic period literature featured towering group excellent poets wordsworth coleridge byron shelley keats add forerunners burns blake perhaps unmatchable collection writers era these percy bysshe shelley one brightest best coupling giant intellect highly emotional impetuous nature always champion liberty largely ignored tried promote political social reform wise enough however realize efforts ineffective chose instead attempt reshape society transform individual inspire readers greater love beauty nature especially other end poured forth profusion gorgeous verse overflowing brilliant imagery aimed uplifting good beautiful free loving denouncing social forces tended suppress them br br unfortunately shelley s fate misunderstood people time vilified evil influence free thinker free lover whose ideas abhorred pictured poetic tribute keats adonais outcast martyr phantom among men companionless bearing brand upon brow like cain christ life unorthodox nature highly sympathetic filled devotion ground life pressures callous society perhaps greatest testimonial paid letters written lord byron who incidentally disagreed political ideas he is knowledge least selfish mildest men a man made sacrifices fortune feelings others ever heard of shelley was without exception best least selfish man ever knew never knew one beast comparison introduction leonard wilson p |
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4780 |
5277 |
Merry Wives of Windsor |
William Shakespeare |
Romance |
The Merry Wives of Windsor is a comedy by William Shakespeare, first published in 1602, though believed to have been written prior to 1597. It features the fat knight Sir John Falstaff, and is Shakespeare's only play to deal exclusively with contemporary Elizabethan era English middle class life. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Anne Page, Mistress Page's daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Bardolph, sharper attending on Falstaff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6005">Alan</a><br>Doctor Caius, a French physician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Falstaff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/204">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Fenton, a gentleman: <a href="a href=">Peter Bishop</a><br>First Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6159">Ted Garvin</a><br>Ford, a gentleman dwelling at Windsor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Host of the Garter Inn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Hostess Quickly, hostess of a tavern in Eastcheap: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Mistress Ford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mistress Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Nym, sharper attending on Falstaff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br>Page, a gentleman dwelling at Windsor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6005">Alan</a><br>Pistol: <a href="a href=">Peter Bishop</a><br>Robert Shallow, country Justice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Robin, page to Falstaff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Rugby, servant to Doctor Caius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Skythrock</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Simple, servant to Slender: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br>Sir Hugh Evans, a Welsh parson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Slender, cousin to Shallow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>William Page, a boy, son to Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p>\n |
English |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/the-merry-wives-of-windsor-by-william-shakespeare/ |
merry wives windsor comedy william shakespeare first published 1602 though believed written prior 1597 features fat knight sir john falstaff shakespeare s play deal exclusively contemporary elizabethan era english middle class life summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p anne page mistress page s daughter a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br bardolph sharper attending falstaff a href http librivox org reader 6005 alan a br doctor caius french physician a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br falstaff a href http librivox org reader 204 mark f smith a br fenton gentleman a href a href peter bishop a br first servant a href http librivox org reader 6159 ted garvin a br ford gentleman dwelling windsor a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br host garter inn a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br hostess quickly hostess tavern eastcheap a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br mistress ford a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mistress page a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br nym sharper attending falstaff a href http librivox org reader 5346 skythrock a br page gentleman dwelling windsor a href http librivox org reader 6005 alan a br pistol a href a href peter bishop a br robert shallow country justice a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br robin page falstaff a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br rugby servant doctor caius a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br second servant a href http librivox org reader 5346 skythrock a br servant a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br simple servant slender a href http librivox org reader 6171 sarah holtz a br sir hugh evans welsh parson a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br slender cousin shallow a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br william page boy son page a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
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4781 |
5278 |
American Notes for General Circulation |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<br />American Notes for General Circulation is a travelogue by Charles Dickens detailing his trip to North America from January to June, 1842. While there he acted as a critical observer of these societies almost as if returning a status report on their progress. This can be compared to the style of his Pictures from Italy written four years later, where he wrote far more like a tourist. His American journey was also an inspiration for his novel Martin Chuzzlewit. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/american-notes-for-general-circulation/ |
br american notes general circulation travelogue charles dickens detailing trip north america january june 1842 acted critical observer societies almost returning status report progress compared style pictures italy written four years later wrote far like tourist american journey also inspiration novel martin chuzzlewit summary wikipedia br br |
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4782 |
5279 |
Married Love |
Marie Stopes |
Erotica, Romance, *Non-fiction |
"Married Love" is one of the most famous 'sex education' manuals. First published in 1918, it sold tens of thousands of copies, and was one of the first publications to openly discuss issues such as variations in male and female sexual desire in a form which could be easily read and understood by the ordinary reader. This is the 6th, revised and expanded, edition, from 1919. The main text is mostly unchanged. An appendix has been added with some extra information on subjects such as sex during pregnancy. (Summary by Archive.org.)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/married-love-by-marie-stopes/ |
married love one famous sex education manuals first published 1918 sold tens thousands copies one first publications openly discuss issues variations male female sexual desire form could easily read understood ordinary reader 6th revised expanded edition 1919 main text mostly unchanged appendix added extra information subjects sex pregnancy summary archive org p |
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4783 |
5280 |
To Celia |
Ben Jonson |
Poetry, Elegies & Odes, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of To Celia by Ben Jonson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 6th, 2011.<br><br>Benjamin Jonson was an English Renaissance dramatist, poet and actor. A contemporary of William Shakespeare, he is best known for his satirical plays, particularly Volpone, The Alchemist, and Bartholomew Fair, which are considered his best, and his lyric poems. A man of vast reading and a seemingly insatiable appetite for controversy, Jonson had an unparalleled breadth of influence on Jacobean and Caroline playwrights and poets. <br><br>To Celia is a poem first published after March 1616 by Ben Jonson. It was set to music after 1770, in the form of the song Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes, the poem's first line.(summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/to-celia-by-ben-jonson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings celia ben jonson weekly poetry project march 6th 2011 br br benjamin jonson english renaissance dramatist poet actor contemporary william shakespeare best known satirical plays particularly volpone alchemist bartholomew fair considered best lyric poems man vast reading seemingly insatiable appetite controversy jonson unparalleled breadth influence jacobean caroline playwrights poets br br to celia poem first published march 1616 ben jonson set music 1770 form song drink thine eyes poem s first line summary wikipedia p |
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4784 |
5281 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 02: La Vita Nuda |
Luigi Pirandello |
Single Author Collections |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<BR><BR>\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.</p> |
Italian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-2-la-vita-nuda-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 riassunto di filippo gioachin br br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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4785 |
5282 |
Flower Garden: A Handbook of Practical Garden Lore |
Ida Dandridge Bennett |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Self-Help |
This book is a good reference on the perennial flower gardening and landscaping. It contains information on growing the plants from seed and explains how to grow and care for the traditional garden flowering plants, bulbs, trees, and shrubs. There are sections covering all aspects of ornamental gardens including water gardens and caring for house plants in the winter. The author has lots of unexpected but good advice in her chapter of Don’ts, for example: “ Don’t supply with cut flowers, plants and the like, people who spend more money for unnecessary luxuries than you do for your whole garden, and then tell you how foolish you are to spend so much time and money, and work so hard for your flowers.” As this shows, the author is at times as colorful as the flowers in this informative book (Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-flower-garden-by-ida-dandridge-bennett/ |
book good reference perennial flower gardening landscaping contains information growing plants seed explains grow care traditional garden flowering plants bulbs trees shrubs sections covering aspects ornamental gardens including water gardens caring house plants winter author lots unexpected good advice chapter don ts example don t supply cut flowers plants like people spend money unnecessary luxuries whole garden tell foolish spend much time money work hard flowers shows author times colorful flowers informative book summary a l gramour p |
| 4819 |
4786 |
5283 |
Autobiography Memories and Experiences, Volume 1 |
Moncure Daniel Conway |
Biography & Autobiography |
Moncure Daniel Conway was an American abolitionist, Unitarian, clergyman and author. This first volume of his autobiography covers roughly the years of his birth through the end of the US Civil War. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-memories-and-experiences-volume-1-by-moncure-d-conway/ |
moncure daniel conway american abolitionist unitarian clergyman author first volume autobiography covers roughly years birth end us civil war summary joed p |
| 4820 |
4787 |
5284 |
Snow-Blind |
Katharine Newlin Burt |
General Fiction |
A bit of a <i>menage-a-quatre</i> in a remote cabin in the wilderness as fugitive Hugh, his younger brother Pete, nursemaid and cook Bella, and now the newly arrived snow-blinded young Sylvie who had been snatched from near death in the snow by the heroic but moody Hugh. Because of her blindness, Sylvie is led to believe her rescuer to be a handsome and dashing hero; his younger brother to be but a young lad of 14; and Bella a matronly old maid. But Sylvie would, in time, form her own image of the clan and attempt to bring them together as they were destined to be split apart. Demonstration lies herein of the inherent ability of the blind to use their other senses to best any situation laid before them. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/snow-blind-by-katharine-newlin-burt/ |
bit i menage a quatre i remote cabin wilderness fugitive hugh younger brother pete nursemaid cook bella newly arrived snow blinded young sylvie snatched near death snow heroic moody hugh blindness sylvie led believe rescuer handsome dashing hero younger brother young lad 14 bella matronly old maid sylvie would time form image clan attempt bring together destined split apart demonstration lies herein inherent ability blind use senses best situation laid them introduction roger melin p |
| 4821 |
4788 |
5285 |
Bible (Fenton) 04: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: Numbers |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
The record of the numbering of the nation of Israel, as well as the beginning of their "maturity" as they near the "promised land" of Canaan. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/numbers-ffb-by-ferrar-fenton-bible/ |
record numbering nation israel well beginning maturity near promised land canaan introduction mark penfold p |
| 4822 |
4815 |
5312 |
Wherein? |
G. Campbell Morgan |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
These studies in the book of Malachi were delivered as addresses to the students at Mr. Moody’s Bible School in Chicago, and then to my own congregation. They have also appeared in “The Record of Christian Work” in the United States, and in “Out and Out” in England. They are now sent out in a more permanent form, after careful revision, with the prayer that they may be used of God in calling His own children into the place of power without which form is nothing. (Introduction by G. Campbell Morgan)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/wherein-by-g-campbell-morgan/ |
studies book malachi delivered addresses students mr moody s bible school chicago congregation also appeared the record christian work united states out out england sent permanent form careful revision prayer may used god calling children place power without form nothing introduction g campbell morgan p |
| 4823 |
4789 |
5286 |
Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 6 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
In the six volumes of the Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Julian Hawthorne presents us thrilling and mysterious short stories from all corners of the world. Some of the stories appeared in this collection for the first time translated into English, and many of them come from unexpected sources, such as the letters of Pliny the Younger, or a Tibetan manuscript. In the sixth and last volume, we find stories of Oriental origin. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-mystery-and-detective-stories-volume-6/ |
six volumes library world s best mystery detective stories julian hawthorne presents us thrilling mysterious short stories corners world stories appeared collection first time translated english many come unexpected sources letters pliny younger tibetan manuscript sixth last volume find stories oriental origin summary leni p |
| 4824 |
4790 |
5287 |
King Arthur's Knights: The Tales Retold for Boys & Girls |
Henry Gilbert |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
This book is an attempt to tell some of the stories of King Arthur and his Knights in a way which will be interesting to every boy and girl who loves adventures. (Introduction by Henry Gilbert)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/king-arthurs-knights-by-henry-gilbert/ |
book attempt tell stories king arthur knights way interesting every boy girl loves adventures introduction henry gilbert p |
| 4825 |
4791 |
5288 |
Bible (KJV) NT 06: Romans |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<i>The Epistle of Paul to the Romans</i>, often shortened to <i>Romans</i>, is the sixth book in the New Testament. Biblical scholars agree that it was composed by the Apostle Paul, to explain that Salvation is offered through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is by far the longest of the Pauline epistles, and is considered his "most important theological legacy". (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/romans-king-james-version/ |
i the epistle paul romans i often shortened i romans i sixth book new testament biblical scholars agree composed apostle paul explain salvation offered gospel jesus christ far longest pauline epistles considered most important theological legacy summary wikipedia p |
| 4826 |
4792 |
5289 |
Our Cats and All About Them |
Harrison Weir |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
The Englishman Harrison Weir organized the first cat show in England in 1871. In 1887 he founded the National Cat Club and was its first President and Show Manager until his resignation in 1890.<br><br>\n\nOur Cats and all about them is concerned with cats and all about them. It describes numerous breeds of cats and what to look for in a cat show champion, and deals with the general management and common diseases of cats, as well as how to raise healthy kittens. <br><br>\n\nBut there is also a hodge podge of cat related stories, games, nursery rhymes, superstitions, as well as a list of cat lovers and a chapter of "The Cat in Shakespeare". (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/our-cats-and-all-about-them-by-harrison-weir/ |
englishman harrison weir organized first cat show england 1871 1887 founded national cat club first president show manager resignation 1890 br br cats concerned cats them describes numerous breeds cats look cat show champion deals general management common diseases cats well raise healthy kittens br br also hodge podge cat related stories games nursery rhymes superstitions well list cat lovers chapter the cat shakespeare summary availle p |
| 4827 |
4793 |
5290 |
Modern Utopia |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
H. G. Wells's proposal for social reform was the formation of a world state, a concept that would increasingly preoccupy him throughout the remainder of his life. One of his most ambitious early attempts at portraying a world state was <i>A Modern Utopia</i> (1905). <i>A Modern Utopia</i> was intended as a hybrid between fiction and 'philosophical discussion'. Like most utopists, he has indicated a series of modifications which in his opinion would increase the aggregate of human happiness. Basically, Wells' idea of a perfect world would be if everyone were able to live a happy life. This book is written with an intimate knowledge of former ideal commonwealths and is a conscious attempt to describe a utopia that is not utopian. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-modern-utopia-by-h-g-wells/ |
h g wells s proposal social reform formation world state concept would increasingly preoccupy throughout remainder life one ambitious early attempts portraying world state i a modern utopia i 1905 i a modern utopia i intended hybrid fiction philosophical discussion like utopists indicated series modifications opinion would increase aggregate human happiness basically wells idea perfect world would everyone able live happy life book written intimate knowledge former ideal commonwealths conscious attempt describe utopia utopian summary wikipedia p |
| 4828 |
4794 |
5291 |
United Kingdom House of Commons Speeches Collection, volume 3 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This is the third LibriVox collection of speeches given in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom. The collection comprises recordings of 10 historic speeches given to the UK House of Commons between 1601 and 1960. Readings are of speeches originally given by Queens Elizabeth I and Victoria, and by parliamentarians Edmund Burke, Herbert Asquith, Winston Churchill, Barbara Castle, Margaret Thatcher and Michael Foot. (Summary by Ruth Golding) </p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/uk-commons-speeches-vol3/ |
third librivox collection speeches given house commons united kingdom collection comprises recordings 10 historic speeches given uk house commons 1601 1960 readings speeches originally given queens elizabeth victoria parliamentarians edmund burke herbert asquith winston churchill barbara castle margaret thatcher michael foot summary ruth golding p |
| 4829 |
4795 |
5292 |
Three Girls in a Flat |
Laura Hayes |
General Fiction |
Enid Yandell (October 6, 1870 - June 13, 1934) was an American sculptor who studied with Auguste Rodin and Frederick William MacMonnies. She created numerous portraits, garden pieces and small works as well as public monuments. Ms. Yandell also studied in Paris and kept a studio there. This book, Three Girls in a Flat, is a semi-autobiographical account of her work as a sculptor for the Horticultural Building at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893. Co-written with two friends, it's an episodic account of the trials and tribulations of three young women eking out a living while sharing a small flat in Chicago. The young ladies are called Virginia (or Gene), Marjorie and the Duke (a young sculptor -- certainly Ms. Yandell's character). Interspersed among the stories of their work days, social gatherings held in their flat, daily life in Chicago, interactions with their neighbors, and young male callers at various times, are descriptions of the work of the women involved with the Woman's Building at the Columbian Exposition. Part historical information and part personal events in the girl's lives, this is a light and enjoyable read. Or as the ladies state in their preface: "We beg to assure our readers that we do not consider this little book in any way a literary effort. It is a simple story which really wrote itself, and it is with great modesty and hesitation that we cast it upon the sea of public opinion." Summary by Wikipedia and Lee Ann Howlett.</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/three-girls-in-a-flat-by-enid-yandell/ |
enid yandell october 6 1870 june 13 1934 american sculptor studied auguste rodin frederick william macmonnies created numerous portraits garden pieces small works well public monuments ms yandell also studied paris kept studio there book three girls flat semi autobiographical account work sculptor horticultural building world s columbian exposition chicago 1893 co written two friends episodic account trials tribulations three young women eking living sharing small flat chicago young ladies called virginia or gene marjorie duke a young sculptor certainly ms yandell s character interspersed among stories work days social gatherings held flat daily life chicago interactions neighbors young male callers various times descriptions work women involved woman s building columbian exposition part historical information part personal events girl s lives light enjoyable read ladies state preface we beg assure readers consider little book way literary effort simple story really wrote itself great modesty hesitation cast upon sea public opinion summary wikipedia lee ann howlett p |
| 4830 |
4796 |
5293 |
First Violin |
Jessie Fothergill |
Romance, Music |
<br />May Wedderburn is a quiet provincial girl, living in small and seemingly boring Skernford. Underneath the dull exterior, there is mystery, suspicion and fear in this little town, surrounding the austere local wealthy landowner who is very interested in marrying poor May. It looks as though she will have to marry him whether she likes it or not until an unsuspected alliance is formed between her and a respected old lady. They both escape to Germany where music and excitement await them.<br /><br />\nEditing and additional proof-listening by Betsie Bush & Sarah Jennings.<br /><br /> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-violin-by-jessie-fothergill/ |
br may wedderburn quiet provincial girl living small seemingly boring skernford underneath dull exterior mystery suspicion fear little town surrounding austere local wealthy landowner interested marrying poor may looks though marry whether likes unsuspected alliance formed respected old lady escape germany music excitement await them br br editing additional proof listening betsie bush sarah jennings br br |
| 4831 |
4797 |
5294 |
Il était une fois... - 003 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault et les frères Grimm, pour ne nommer que ceux-là : autant d’auteurs d’exception dont les contes et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d’enfants, petits et grands. Dans le second volume de cette collection d’histoires et de contes préférés des enfants, vous découvrirez (ou redécouvrirez) vingt de ces récits, tantôt très populaires, tantôt moins connus. Ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles, et laissez-vous transporter! (description par Ani)<p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/il-etait-une-fois-003-by-various/ |
hans christian andersen charles perrault et les frères grimm pour ne nommer que ceux là autant d auteurs d exception dont les contes et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d enfants petits et grands dans le second volume de cette collection d histoires et de contes préférés des enfants vous découvrirez ou redécouvrirez vingt de ces récits tantôt très populaires tantôt moins connus ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles et laissez vous transporter description par ani p |
| 4832 |
4798 |
5295 |
Art of Money Getting |
P. T. Barnum |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Phineas Taylor Barnum (July 5, 1810 – April 7, 1891) was an American showman, businessman, and entertainer, remembered for promoting celebrated hoaxes and for founding the circus that became the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.<br />His successes may have made him the first "show business" millionaire. Although Barnum was also an author, publisher, philanthropist, and for some time a politician, he said of himself, "I am a showman by profession...and all the gilding shall make nothing else of me," and his personal aims were "to put money in his own coffers". (Reference: Wikipedia.org)<br /><br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-money-getting-by-p-t-barnum/ |
phineas taylor barnum july 5 1810 april 7 1891 american showman businessman entertainer remembered promoting celebrated hoaxes founding circus became ringling bros barnum bailey circus br his successes may made first show business millionaire although barnum also author publisher philanthropist time politician said himself i showman profession and gilding shall make nothing else me personal aims to put money coffers reference wikipedia org br br |
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4799 |
5296 |
Breaking Point |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
Mary Roberts Rinehart -- "America's Agatha Christie," as she used to be called -- set this story in a New York suburban town, shortly after the end of the first world war. Dick Livingstone is a young, successful doctor, who in the course of events becomes engaged to Elizabeth Wheeler. But there is a mystery about his past, and he thinks himself honor-bound to unravel it before giving himself to her in marriage. In particular, a shock of undetermined origin has wiped out his memory prior to roughly the last decade. Rinehart, who presumably had been reading, or reading about, the then popular Sigmund Freud, plays on what today is called "repressed memory," as she takes Dick into his past, and into the dangers that, unknown to him, lurk there. Is she correct about the behavior of memory? Who knows? After all, this is not a clinical treatise, but a work of fiction, one of the thrillers that made her such a popular writer of the earlier twentieth century.(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-breaking-point-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
mary roberts rinehart america s agatha christie used called set story new york suburban town shortly end first world war dick livingstone young successful doctor course events becomes engaged elizabeth wheeler mystery past thinks honor bound unravel giving marriage particular shock undetermined origin wiped memory prior roughly last decade rinehart presumably reading reading about popular sigmund freud plays today called repressed memory takes dick past dangers that unknown him lurk there correct behavior memory knows all clinical treatise work fiction one thrillers made popular writer earlier twentieth century introduction nicholas clifford p |
| 4834 |
4800 |
5297 |
Book of a Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 05 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the first of sixteen volumes translated by Richard Francis Burton. (Summary based on Wikipedia article and LibriVox's <a >The Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night, Volume 01</a>))</p><a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-01-by-anonymous/">Volume 1</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-02/">Volume 2</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-03/">Volume 3</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-nightvolume-04-by-anonymous/"> Volume 4</a> and <a >Volume 6</a><p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-5-by-anonymous/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes first sixteen volumes translated richard francis burton summary based wikipedia article librivox s a the book thousand nights night volume 01 a p a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 01 by anonymous volume 1 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 02 volume 2 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a night volume 03 volume 3 a a href http librivox org the book of a thousand nights and a nightvolume 04 by anonymous volume 4 a a volume 6 a p |
| 4835 |
4801 |
5298 |
Verzamelde korte Nederlandstalige Werken 003 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Dit is een verzameling van kort Nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard - fictie en non-fictie. Uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van Librivox.</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/verzamelde-korte-nederlandstalige-werken-003/ |
dit een verzameling van kort nederlandstalig proza van allerlei aard fictie en non fictie uitgekozen en gelezen door vrijwilligers van librivox p |
| 4836 |
4803 |
5300 |
Beric the Briton: a Story of the Roman Invasion |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
My series of stories dealing with the wars of England would be altogether incomplete did it not include the period when the Romans were the masters of the country. The valour with which the natives of this island defended themselves was acknowledged by the Roman historians, and it was only the superior discipline of the invaders that enabled them finally to triumph over the bravery and the superior physical strength of the Britons. The Roman conquest for the time was undoubtedly of immense advantage to the people -- who had previously wasted their energies in perpetual tribal wars -- as it introduced among them the civilization of Rome. In the end, however, it proved disastrous to the islanders, who lost all their military virtues. Having been defended from the savages of the north by the soldiers of Rome, the Britons were, when the legions were recalled, unable to offer any effectual resistance to the Saxons, who, coming under the guise of friendship, speedily became their masters, imposing a yoke infinitely more burdensome than that of Rome, and erasing almost every sign of the civilization that had been engrafted upon them. How far the British population disappeared under the subsequent invasion and the still more oppressive yoke of the Danes is uncertain; but as the invaders would naturally desire to retain the people to cultivate the land for them, it is probable that the great mass of the Britons were not exterminated. It is at any rate pleasant to believe that with the Saxon, Danish, and Norman blood in our veins, there is still a large admixture of that of the warriors who fought so bravely against Caesar, and who rose under Boadicea in a desperate effort to shake off the oppressive rule of Rome.. (Introduction by G.A.Henty)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/beric-the-briton-a-story-of-the-roman-invasion-by-g-a-henty/ |
series stories dealing wars england would altogether incomplete include period romans masters country valour natives island defended acknowledged roman historians superior discipline invaders enabled finally triumph bravery superior physical strength britons roman conquest time undoubtedly immense advantage people previously wasted energies perpetual tribal wars introduced among civilization rome end however proved disastrous islanders lost military virtues defended savages north soldiers rome britons were legions recalled unable offer effectual resistance saxons who coming guise friendship speedily became masters imposing yoke infinitely burdensome rome erasing almost every sign civilization engrafted upon them far british population disappeared subsequent invasion still oppressive yoke danes uncertain invaders would naturally desire retain people cultivate land them probable great mass britons exterminated rate pleasant believe saxon danish norman blood veins still large admixture warriors fought bravely caesar rose boadicea desperate effort shake oppressive rule rome introduction g a henty p |
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4804 |
5301 |
First Chapter Collection 001 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
"Are you wishing sometimes that you had a good book which you don't know, that you might just read and enjoy? The goal of this collection is to introduce you to as many books as possible. Some are well known, some are not." Summary by Stav Nisser.<p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-001/ |
are wishing sometimes good book know might read enjoy goal collection introduce many books possible well known not summary stav nisser p |
| 4838 |
4805 |
5302 |
Our Journey to Sinai |
Agnes von Blomberg Bensly |
Science, Travel & Geography |
Fortress-walled Saint Catherine's monastery on the Sinai peninsula has been a pilgrimage site since its founding by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian in the 6th century. According to tradition, the monastery sits at the base of the mountain where Moses received the Tablets of the Law. Set in rugged country, accessible in times past only by a many days journey by camel across barren desert, the monastery survived intact through the centuries, and, as a result, became a rich repository of religious history—told through its icons, mosaics, and the books and manuscripts in the monastery library.<br/><br/>\n\nOur Journey to Sinai by Agnes Bensly is the story of a visit to Saint Catherine's by a group of British scholars in the 1890's, who were drawn there in quest of manuscripts from early Christian times. The group had one particular prize in their sights. It was a second century translation of the Gospels from Greek into an Aramaic dialect called Syriac. This was a rare find indeed. One of the group, Agnes Smith Lewis, an accomplished linguist, had been to the monastery once before. On that visit, she had spotted a “palimpsest of most venerable appearance,” a palimpsest being a parchment (leather) paged book, which had been used to write on at two different times, the first set of writing having been partially scraped off the parchment before it was reused. Agnes Smith Lewis had recognized the hidden underwriting in this book to be in Syriac, “the native language of Our Lord and His disciples.” And now, the excited group had decided to revisit Saint Catherine's, in hopes of copying and reading the ancient text. Their trip is vividly described by Agnes Bensly --bustling Cairo; a tent and camel crossing of the desert with Bedouin guides; the monks and monastery life; a breathtaking climb up 3000 stone steps to the top of Mount Sinai, and what they found in the mysterious manuscript they had come so far to see.<br/><br/>\n\nOur Journey to Sinai, while providing a glimpse into the complexities of Bible scholarship, is also a wonderful travel book and an intimate portrait of Saint Catherine's monastery—a monastery which is, today, a World Heritage Site. (Introduction by Sue Anderson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/our-journey-to-sinai-by-agnes-von-blomberg-bensly/ |
fortress walled saint catherine s monastery sinai peninsula pilgrimage site since founding byzantine emperor justinian 6th century according tradition monastery sits base mountain moses received tablets law set rugged country accessible times past many days journey camel across barren desert monastery survived intact centuries and result became rich repository religious history told icons mosaics books manuscripts monastery library br br journey sinai agnes bensly story visit saint catherine s group british scholars 1890 s drawn quest manuscripts early christian times group one particular prize sights second century translation gospels greek aramaic dialect called syriac rare find indeed one group agnes smith lewis accomplished linguist monastery before visit spotted palimpsest venerable appearance palimpsest parchment leather paged book used write two different times first set writing partially scraped parchment reused agnes smith lewis recognized hidden underwriting book syriac the native language lord disciples now excited group decided revisit saint catherine s hopes copying reading ancient text trip vividly described agnes bensly bustling cairo tent camel crossing desert bedouin guides monks monastery life breathtaking climb 3000 stone steps top mount sinai found mysterious manuscript come far see br br journey sinai providing glimpse complexities bible scholarship also wonderful travel book intimate portrait saint catherine s monastery a monastery is today world heritage site introduction sue anderson br br |
| 4839 |
4806 |
5303 |
Chemical History of A Candle |
Michael Faraday |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
The Chemical History of a Candle is a series of 6 lectures on chemistry presented to a juvenile audience in 1848. Taught by Michael Faraday - a chemist and physist, and regarded as the best experimentalist in the history of science - it is probably the most famous of the Christmas Lectures of the Royal Society. \n\nTaking the everyday burning of a candle as a starting point, Faraday spans the arc from combustion and its products, via the components of water and air (oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon), back to the type of combustion that happens in the human body when we breathe. \n\nThe final lecture "On Platinum" describes a then new method to produce large quantities of Platinum. It was delivered before the Royal Institution on February 22, 1861. (Summary by Availle.) |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-chemical-history-of-a-candle-by-michael-faraday/ |
chemical history candle series 6 lectures chemistry presented juvenile audience 1848 taught michael faraday chemist physist regarded best experimentalist history science probably famous christmas lectures royal society taking everyday burning candle starting point faraday spans arc combustion products via components water air oxygen hydrogen nitrogen carbon back type combustion happens human body breathe final lecture on platinum describes new method produce large quantities platinum delivered royal institution february 22 1861 summary availle |
| 4840 |
4807 |
5304 |
Reminiscences of Forts Sumter and Moultrie in 1860-'61 (version 2) |
Abner Doubleday |
*Non-fiction, History |
Abner Doubleday was a busy man. He rose to be a major general during the American Civil War, started the first cable car company in San Francisco, and is credited (though perhaps erroneously) with inventing the game of baseball.\n\nIn 1861, he had the distinction as a captain to be second-in-command of Ft. Moultrie, one of the harbor defenses of Charleston, SC.. When that state seceded from the Union, Doubleday and the garrison of artillerists manning the fort were cut off from supplies and reinforcements. Through a tumultuous period, during which the command transferred to Ft. Sumter and soon found the Secessionists building batteries all around it, Doubleday had an additional target painted on him, as he was known as the only "Black Republican" in the fort and the mobs wanted to tar and feather him.\n\nDoubleday walks us through a day-by-day account of the final weeks before the new Confederacy opened fire on Ft. Sumter to begin the Civil War. Our busy man sighted the gun for the first shot fired by the Union in response. And we learn what it is like to be the target of thousands of cannonballs, until, nearly out of ammunition and food, the fort is surrendered with the honors of war and the men are evacuated to New York.\n\nThe historical events are well-known. This first-person account allows us to experience them.</p> |
English |
1976 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-of-forts-sumter-and-moultrie-in-1860-61-version-2-by-abner-doubleday/ |
abner doubleday busy man rose major general american civil war started first cable car company san francisco credited though perhaps erroneously inventing game baseball 1861 distinction captain second in command ft moultrie one harbor defenses charleston sc state seceded union doubleday garrison artillerists manning fort cut supplies reinforcements tumultuous period command transferred ft sumter soon found secessionists building batteries around it doubleday additional target painted him known black republican fort mobs wanted tar feather him doubleday walks us day by day account final weeks new confederacy opened fire ft sumter begin civil war busy man sighted gun first shot fired union response learn like target thousands cannonballs until nearly ammunition food fort surrendered honors war men evacuated new york historical events well known first person account allows us experience them p |
| 4841 |
4808 |
5305 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 031 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />"Ein Drama in den Lüften" übersetzt von Martha Lion<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-031-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br ein drama den lüften übersetzt von martha lion br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 4842 |
4836 |
5333 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 05 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the fifth volume, 43 short stories and poems have been gathered from 32 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-volume-5-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this fifth volume 43 short stories poems gathered 32 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 4843 |
4809 |
5306 |
Why Marry? |
Jesse Lynch Williams |
Comedy |
Why Marry? is a comedy, which "tells the truth about marriage". We find a family in the throes of proving the morality of marriage to a New Age Woman. Can the family defend marriage to this self-supporting girl? Will she be convinced that marriage is the ultimate sacredness of a relationship or will she hold to her perception that marriage is the basis of separating two lovers.<br><br>"Why Marry?" won the first Pulitzer Prize for Drama. (Summary by Linette Geisel) <br><br>\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nNarrator- <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a></br>\n\nJesse Lynch Williams - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a></br>\nA most estimable lady - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a></br>\nBachelor's niece - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a></br>\nJEAN, the host's younger sister, who has been brought up to be married and nothing else - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a></br>\nREX, an unmarried neighbor, who has not been brought up to be anything but rich - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a></br>\nLUCY, the hostess, who is trying her best to be "just an old-fashioned wife" in a new-fashioned home - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5139">Katine</a></br>\nUNCLE EVERETT, a Judge, who belongs to the older generation and yet understands the new—and believes in divorce - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a></br>\nCOUSIN THEODORE, a clergyman and yet a human being, who believes in everything—except divorce - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5189">Samanem</a></br>\nJOHN, who owns the house and almost every one in it—and does not believe in divorce - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a></br>\nHELEN, the host's other sister, whom every one wants to marry, but who doesn't want to marry any one - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a></br>\nERNEST, a scientist, who believes in neither divorce nor marriage but makes a great discovery - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a></br>\nTHE BUTLER - <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a></br><br>\n\n<b>Audio edited by Linette Geisel</b><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/why-marry-by-jesse-lynch-williams/ |
marry comedy tells truth marriage find family throes proving morality marriage new age woman family defend marriage self supporting girl convinced marriage ultimate sacredness relationship hold perception marriage basis separating two lovers br br why marry first pulitzer prize drama summary linette geisel br br b cast b br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jesse lynch williams a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br estimable lady a href http librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br bachelor s niece a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br jean host s younger sister brought married nothing else a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br rex unmarried neighbor brought anything rich a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br lucy hostess trying best just old fashioned wife new fashioned home a href http librivox org reader 5139 katine a br uncle everett judge belongs older generation yet understands new and believes divorce a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br cousin theodore clergyman yet human being believes everything except divorce a href http librivox org reader 5189 samanem a br john owns house almost every one it and believe divorce a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br helen host s sister every one wants marry want marry one a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br ernest scientist believes neither divorce marriage makes great discovery a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br butler a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br b audio edited linette geisel b br |
| 4844 |
4810 |
5307 |
Room with a View (version 2) |
E. M. Forster |
General Fiction, Romance |
The 1908 novel A Room With a View is the story of Lucy Honeychurch, a young English girl traveling to Italy for the first time. While staying in Florence, Lucy meets the unconventional George Emerson, with whom she shares a single passionate kiss, much to the horror of her chaperone, her spinsterish cousin Charlotte. Back in England, Lucy finds she must choose between George and her rather stuffy fiance Cecil Vyse. Forster's wonderfully comic romance satirizes turn-of-the-century English culture (as did his other major novel of the period, Howards End). (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-room-with-a-view-version-2-by-e-m-forster/ |
1908 novel room view story lucy honeychurch young english girl traveling italy first time staying florence lucy meets unconventional george emerson shares single passionate kiss much horror chaperone spinsterish cousin charlotte back england lucy finds must choose george rather stuffy fiance cecil vyse forster s wonderfully comic romance satirizes turn of the century english culture as major novel period howards end summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4845 |
4811 |
5308 |
Bethink Yourselves! |
Leo Tolstoy |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
As Russia goes to war against Japan, Tolstoy urges those at all levels of society, from the Tsar down to the common soldier, to consider their actions in the light of Christ's teaching. "However strange this may appear, the most effective and certain deliverance of men from all the calamities which they inflict upon themselves and from the most dreadful of all—war—is attainable, not by any external general measures, but merely by that simple appeal to the consciousness of each separate man which, nineteen hundred years ago, was proposed by Jesus—that every man bethink himself, and ask himself, who is he, why he lives, and what he should and should not do." (Introduction by David Barnes, and extract from Chapter VI)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/bethink-yourselves-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
russia goes war japan tolstoy urges levels society tsar common soldier consider actions light christ s teaching however strange may appear effective certain deliverance men calamities inflict upon dreadful all war is attainable external general measures merely simple appeal consciousness separate man which nineteen hundred years ago proposed jesus that every man bethink himself ask himself he lives do introduction david barnes extract chapter vi p |
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4812 |
5309 |
Beknopte uiteenzetting van de theorie van Darwin over het ontstaan der plant- en diervormen |
Julius Dub |
Life Sciences |
Populair-wetenschappelijke, verkorte weergave van Charles Darwins baanbrekende boek "Het ontstaan der soorten", ca. 10 jaar na de uitgave daarvan verschenen om de evolutietheorie bij een groter publiek bekend te maken. Ook nu nog kan het degenen op weg helpen die het oorspronkelijke werk van Darwin te lijvig of te ingewikkeld vinden. (kattekliek)\n<BR><BR>\nEr is ook een <a href="http://librivox.org/het-ontstaan-der-soorten-door-charles-darwin/">Librivox luisterboek van een Nederlandse vertaling van Darwin's "Het ontstaan der soorten"</a>.</p> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/beknopte-uiteenzetting-van-de-theorie-van-darwin-over-het-ontstaan-der-plant-en-diervormen-by-julius-dub/ |
populair wetenschappelijke verkorte weergave van charles darwins baanbrekende boek het ontstaan der soorten ca 10 jaar na de uitgave daarvan verschenen om de evolutietheorie bij een groter publiek bekend te maken ook nu nog kan het degenen op weg helpen die het oorspronkelijke werk van darwin te lijvig te ingewikkeld vinden kattekliek br br er ook een a href http librivox org het ontstaan der soorten door charles darwin librivox luisterboek van een nederlandse vertaling van darwin s het ontstaan der soorten a p |
| 4847 |
4813 |
5310 |
Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (Version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Nicholas Nickleby is a young Devonshire man of nineteen, handsome and hot headed, devoted to his sister Kate and his parents. Following the death of Nicholas’s father, they find themselves penniless, and travel to London to seek help from his uncle, Ralph Nickleby, a heartless, cunning rogue. He grudgingly finds employment for Nicholas in Dotheby Hall, a school in Yorkshire run by the brutal Mr. and Mrs. Wackford Squeers. Appalled at the condition and treatment of the school children, Nicholas rebels, escaping with Smike, a young man/child who has become devoted to him. </p>\n\nMeanwhile back in London, Ralph Nickleby uses his beautiful niece Kate to adorn dinner parties for his disreputable male clientele. He also acquires for her a position as a dressmaker, where she finds herself working under a despotic supervisor.</p>\n\nNicholas, in search of employment, first tutors children of the Kenwigs family. Later he meets the flamboyant Mr.Vincent Crummles, and along with Smike, joins his theatrical troupe, with a band of hilarious actors. Among his many tasks, he creates posters, adapts scripts and acts in many productions. </p>\n\nLearning of Kate being in peril, he and Smike leave the troupe to come to her aid. Nicholas then meets with the wonderful Cheeryble brothers who help him start a new life with his family and Smike -- but Smike is captured by Wackford Squeers and returned to Dotheby Hall in Yorkshire. Nicholas goes to the school to rescue Smike, and faces off Mr.Squeers, in an unforgettable scene.</p>\n\nIn the course of his many adventures, Nicholas falls in love, his sister Kate falls in love, and even the often dotty Mrs. Nickleby is courted by a strange man who flings vegetables to her as tokens of love.</p>\n\nWritten when Dickens was himself a young man, Nicholas Nickleby is full of twists and turns, and adventures both merry and tragic, with, as always, many unforgettable characters. (Summary by Mil Nicholson)<p> |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/nicholas-nickleby-by-charles-dickens/ |
nicholas nickleby young devonshire man nineteen handsome hot headed devoted sister kate parents following death nicholas s father find penniless travel london seek help uncle ralph nickleby heartless cunning rogue grudgingly finds employment nicholas dotheby hall school yorkshire run brutal mr mrs wackford squeers appalled condition treatment school children nicholas rebels escaping smike young man child become devoted him p meanwhile back london ralph nickleby uses beautiful niece kate adorn dinner parties disreputable male clientele also acquires position dressmaker finds working despotic supervisor p nicholas search employment first tutors children kenwigs family later meets flamboyant mr vincent crummles along smike joins theatrical troupe band hilarious actors among many tasks creates posters adapts scripts acts many productions p learning kate peril smike leave troupe come aid nicholas meets wonderful cheeryble brothers help start new life family smike smike captured wackford squeers returned dotheby hall yorkshire nicholas goes school rescue smike faces mr squeers unforgettable scene p course many adventures nicholas falls love sister kate falls love even often dotty mrs nickleby courted strange man flings vegetables tokens love p written dickens young man nicholas nickleby full twists turns adventures merry tragic with always many unforgettable characters summary mil nicholson p |
| 4848 |
4814 |
5311 |
Apology for Sadness |
Anne Lynch Botta |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of An Apology for Sadness by Anne Lynch Botta. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 13, 2011.<br><br>Anne Charlotte Lynch Botta was an American poet, writer, teacher and socialite whose home was the central gathering place of the literary elite of her era.<br><br>At Mrs. Botta's receptions every Saturday night, attendees would find the most well-known writers, actors and artists, such as Poe, Margaret Fuller, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Bronson Alcott, Louisa May Alcott, Horace Greeley, Richard Henry Stoddard, Andrew Carnegie, Mary Mapes Dodge, Julia Ward Howe, Charles Butler, Fitz-Greene Halleck, Delia Bacon, Grace Greenwood, Bayard Taylor, William Cullen Bryant, Helen Hunt Jackson, actress Fanny Kemble, Daniel Webster, and many more. Her friend Kate Sanborn started her literary lecturing career at these receptions. Said a Boston writer: "It was not so much what Mrs. Botta did for literature with her own pen, as what she helped others to do, that will make her name a part of the literary history of the country." (summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/an-apology-for-sadness-by-anne-lynch-botta/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings apology sadness anne lynch botta weekly poetry project march 13 2011 br br anne charlotte lynch botta american poet writer teacher socialite whose home central gathering place literary elite era br br at mrs botta s receptions every saturday night attendees would find well known writers actors artists poe margaret fuller ralph waldo emerson bronson alcott louisa may alcott horace greeley richard henry stoddard andrew carnegie mary mapes dodge julia ward howe charles butler fitz greene halleck delia bacon grace greenwood bayard taylor william cullen bryant helen hunt jackson actress fanny kemble daniel webster many more friend kate sanborn started literary lecturing career receptions said boston writer it much mrs botta literature pen helped others do make name part literary history country summary wikipedia p |
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4816 |
5313 |
Secret of the Night |
Gaston Leroux |
Detective Fiction |
Gaston Leroux, perhaps best known as the author of The Phantom of the Opera in its novel form, was also the author of a popular series of mystery novels featuring a young journalist cum detective named Joseph Rouletabille. It is most likely that Leroux styled his hero after himself. Rouletabille was in the tradition of other great detectives who solved their cases by pure deductive reasoning. Much as Sherlock Holmes, who eliminated the impossible and concluded that whatever remained, however improbable must be the truth, Rouletabille included the known facts about the case and eliminated everything that was not a known fact, no matter how much it appeared to relate to the case. In The Secret of the Night, the names of the characters are often challengingly Russian and the plot involves, appropriately, both the Czar and the Nihilists. Introduction by Don W. Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-night-by-gaston-leroux/ |
gaston leroux perhaps best known author phantom opera novel form also author popular series mystery novels featuring young journalist cum detective named joseph rouletabille likely leroux styled hero himself rouletabille tradition great detectives solved cases pure deductive reasoning much sherlock holmes eliminated impossible concluded whatever remained however improbable must truth rouletabille included known facts case eliminated everything known fact matter much appeared relate case secret night names characters often challengingly russian plot involves appropriately czar nihilists introduction w jenkins p |
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4817 |
5314 |
Amazons: A Farcical Romance |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Humorous Fiction, Comedy |
This 1895 farce inspired by the outlandish idea of women wearing pants, centers around the predicament of the three daughters of the eccentric Marchioness of Castlejordan, who determined to have sons, raised them like boys. She encouraged them to dress and act like boys at home, yet dress like ladies when out. As the girls come of age, they are conflicted. They want to please mother by acting as her sons, but, suddenly smitten with three gentlemen, they are compelled to grow up and be ladies. When their suitors secretly come to woo, they aren’t sure what to do……and what will mother do if she finds out? (Summary by A.L. Gramour)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Lady Castlejordan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Noeline: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Thomasin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Wilhelmina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Reverend Roger Minchin/Andre de Grival: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Barrington Litterly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Galfred Tweenwayes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Sergeant Shuter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Fitton/Youat/Orts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Amy Gramour</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-amazons-a-farcical-romance-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
1895 farce inspired outlandish idea women wearing pants centers around predicament three daughters eccentric marchioness castlejordan determined sons raised like boys encouraged dress act like boys home yet dress like ladies out girls come age conflicted want please mother acting sons but suddenly smitten three gentlemen compelled grow ladies suitors secretly come woo aren t sure do and mother finds out summary a l gramour br br strong cast strong br lady castlejordan a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br noeline a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br thomasin a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br wilhelmina a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br reverend roger minchin andre de grival a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br barrington litterly a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br galfred tweenwayes a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br sergeant shuter a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br fitton youat orts a href http librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br br strong audio edited amy gramour strong br br |
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4818 |
5315 |
Through the Fray |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
Ned Sankey is a quick-tempered, strong-willed boy during the Luddite riots in Yorkshire. The happy times at the beginning of the story are soon marred by the death of his father. From there things only get worse. When things take a turn for the worst, how will he respond? (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-fray-by-g-a-henty/ |
ned sankey quick tempered strong willed boy luddite riots yorkshire happy times beginning story soon marred death father things get worse things take turn worst respond summary gabriellec p |
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4819 |
5316 |
Riddle Ring |
Justin McCarthy |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />This romantic mystery - or mysterious romance - tells the tale of jilted lover, Jim Conrad, who discovers an unusual gold ring while on a visit to Paris. What is the story of the ring? Why is Clelia Vine so sad? Who is the nameless 'chief'? And how is a dour English barber in a Parisian salon mixed up in all this?<br /><br />The novel, published in 1896, was written by Justin McCarthy, an Irish nationalist, Liberal historian, novelist and politician. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-riddle-ring-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
br this romantic mystery mysterious romance tells tale jilted lover jim conrad discovers unusual gold ring visit paris story ring clelia vine sad nameless chief dour english barber parisian salon mixed this br br the novel published 1896 written justin mccarthy irish nationalist liberal historian novelist politician introduction ruth golding br br |
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4820 |
5317 |
Myths of Babylonia and Assyria |
Donald Alexander Mackenzie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Donald Alexander Mackenzie (1873 – March 2, 1936) was a Scottish journalist and prolific writer on religion, mythology and anthropology in the early 20th century. His works included Indian Myth and Legend, Celtic Folklore and Myths of China and Japan.\r\nAs well as writing books, articles and poems, he often gave lectures, and also broadcast talks on Celtic mythology.\r\n\r\nThis volume deals with the myths and legends of Babylonia and Assyria, and as these reflect the civilization in which they developed, a historical narrative has been provided, beginning with the early Sumerian Age and concluding with the periods of the Persian and Grecian Empires. Over thirty centuries of human progress are thus passed under review.\r\n(Summary extracted from Wikipedia and the Preface of this book) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-myths-of-babylonia-and-assyria-by-donald-alexander-mackenzie/ |
donald alexander mackenzie 1873 march 2 1936 scottish journalist prolific writer religion mythology anthropology early 20th century works included indian myth legend celtic folklore myths china japan well writing books articles poems often gave lectures also broadcast talks celtic mythology volume deals myths legends babylonia assyria reflect civilization developed historical narrative provided beginning early sumerian age concluding periods persian grecian empires thirty centuries human progress thus passed review summary extracted wikipedia preface book |
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4821 |
5318 |
Great Gold Rush: A Tale of the Klondike |
William Henry Pope Jarvis |
Historical Fiction, Modern (19th C) |
Canadian journalist William Jarvis' gently fictionalized work recounts many of the countless fascinating tales of the Klondike Gold Rush in Canada's Yukon. (Introduction by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-gold-rush-a-tale-of-the-klondike-by-william-henry-pope-jarvis/ |
canadian journalist william jarvis gently fictionalized work recounts many countless fascinating tales klondike gold rush canada s yukon introduction cathy barratt p |
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4822 |
5319 |
Miss Billy Married |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Family Life, General Fiction |
At the opening to this second sequel to Miss Billy (Miss Billy, Miss Billy's Decision, Miss Billy Married), we find Bertram and Billy finally at the altar. Will wedded bliss ensue and are the patter of little feet on the horizon? Or is misunderstanding and heartache in the cards again? Find out in <i>Miss Billy Married</i>! (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/miss-billy-married-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
opening second sequel miss billy miss billy miss billy s decision miss billy married find bertram billy finally altar wedded bliss ensue patter little feet horizon misunderstanding heartache cards again find i miss billy married i summary maria therese p |
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7779 |
8394 |
Hope |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Read in English by Ann Simmons; CaprishaPage; David Lawrence; Joe Brenneman; Jason Mills; venom3071; Jannie Meisberger; Julia Niedermaier; John Sercel; Jacob Paul Starr; Lee Ann Howlett; Larry Greene; Maryanka; Maria Kasper; ravenotation; Savannah</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hope-by-emily-dickinson/ |
read english ann simmons caprishapage david lawrence joe brenneman jason mills venom3071 jannie meisberger julia niedermaier john sercel jacob paul starr lee ann howlett larry greene maryanka maria kasper ravenotation savannah p |
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4823 |
5320 |
Bible (KJV) NT 07: 1 Corinthians |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<i>The First Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians</i>, often referred to as First Corinthians (and written as 1 Corinthians), is the seventh book of the New Testament of the Bible. Paul of Tarsus composed this letter in Greek, to the Christians of Corinth, Greece. <br/><br/>\nCorinth was the meeting point of many nationalities because the main current of the trade between Asia and western Europe passed through its harbors. <br/><br/>\nPaul wrote 1 Corinthians to correct what he saw as erroneous views in the Corinthian church. Several sources informed Paul of conflicts within the church at Corinth. Paul then wrote this letter to the Corinthians, urging uniformity of belief ("that ye all speak the same thing and that there be no divisions among you," 1:10) and expounding Christian doctrine. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/1-corinthians-king-james-version/ |
i the first epistle paul corinthians i often referred first corinthians and written 1 corinthians seventh book new testament bible paul tarsus composed letter greek christians corinth greece br br corinth meeting point many nationalities main current trade asia western europe passed harbors br br paul wrote 1 corinthians correct saw erroneous views corinthian church several sources informed paul conflicts within church corinth paul wrote letter corinthians urging uniformity belief that ye speak thing divisions among you 1 10 expounding christian doctrine summary modified wikipedia br br |
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4824 |
5321 |
Woodpeckers |
Fannie Hardy Eckstorm |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
<br /><em>The Woodpeckers</em> is a wonderful introduction to the world of bird study for the young naturalist, covering such topics as how he finds food, courting, how he builds his nest, the interesting ways he uses his different body parts as tools, among other topics discussed in the book.<br /><br />If you wish to investigate further, the <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35062">online text</a> has a few diagrams and an Appendix that contains more technical information such as detailed descriptions of the different species of North American woodpeckers which were not read as part of this audiobook. \n(summary by Laura Victoria)<br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-woodpeckers-by-fannie-hardy-eckstorm/ |
br em the woodpeckers em wonderful introduction world bird study young naturalist covering topics finds food courting builds nest interesting ways uses different body parts tools among topics discussed book br br if wish investigate further a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 35062 online text a diagrams appendix contains technical information detailed descriptions different species north american woodpeckers read part audiobook summary laura victoria br br |
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4825 |
5322 |
Bible (KJV) 28-39: Minor Prophets (Hosea through Malachi) |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
A minor prophet is one of the writings in the Twelve Prophets section of the Hebrew Bible, also known to Christians as the Minor Prophets of the Old Testament. In the Hebrew Bible the writings of the minor prophets are counted as a single book, in Christian Bibles as twelve individual books. The "Twelve" are listed here in order of their appearance in Hebrew and most Protestant and Catholic Christian Bibles: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-minor-prophets-king-james-version/ |
minor prophet one writings twelve prophets section hebrew bible also known christians minor prophets old testament hebrew bible writings minor prophets counted single book christian bibles twelve individual books twelve listed order appearance hebrew protestant catholic christian bibles hosea joel amos obadiah jonah micah nahum habakkuk zephaniah haggai zechariah malachi introduction wikipedia p |
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4826 |
5323 |
Sonetos Completos |
Antero de Quental |
Single author, Sonnets |
Antero de Quental foi a figura central da Geração de 70, responsável pelo início da poesia moderna, a partir da maior polêmica literária de Portugal, conhecida como "Questão Coimbrã". Destacando-se não apenas como poeta, mas também pelos seus ensaios filosóficos e literários, e na luta por ideais de liberdade e justiça social, Antero de Quental teve uma vida pública intensa e apaixonada, e deixou uma obra jornalística e literária de grande volume e valor.<br><br>O volume intitulado Os Sonetos Completos foi pessoalmente organizado pelo autor em 1886. (Resumo escrito por Leni) </p> |
Portuguese |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/os-sonetos-completos-by-antero-de-quental/ |
antero de quental foi figura central da geração de 70 responsável pelo início da poesia moderna partir da maior polêmica literária de portugal conhecida como questão coimbrã destacando se não apenas como poeta mas também pelos seus ensaios filosóficos e literários e na luta por ideais de liberdade e justiça social antero de quental teve uma vida pública intensa e apaixonada e deixou uma obra jornalística e literária de grande volume e valor br br o volume intitulado os sonetos completos foi pessoalmente organizado pelo autor em 1886 resumo escrito por leni p |
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4827 |
5324 |
Lives of the Saints: With Reflections for Every Day in the Year |
Alban Butler |
Christianity - Biographies |
Compiled from the much larger 12 book set of "Butler's Lives of the Saints", this volume contains short biographies of the Saints, for each day of the year, followed by a reflection for each entry. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-saints-with-reflections-for-every-day-in-the-year-by-alban-butler/ |
compiled much larger 12 book set butler s lives saints volume contains short biographies saints day year followed reflection entry summary maria therese p |
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4828 |
5325 |
Outlet |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
Andy Adams worked as a cowboy on trail drives from Texas for eight years. This is an account of a drive when he was the foreman of a herd of Texas cattle being driven to Montana. Expect the same quality writing as found in other books by Adams. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-outlet-by-andy-adams/ |
andy adams worked cowboy trail drives texas eight years account drive foreman herd texas cattle driven montana expect quality writing found books adams summary richard kilmer p |
| 4863 |
4837 |
5334 |
Brief Account of the Bahai Movement |
Ethel J. Rosenberg |
Other religions |
“Many believe that we, in this century,” writes Ethel Rosenberg, “ are witnessing the dawn of a new spiritual epoch or era. A renewal of the Spirit is making itself felt in the Churches and in the religious and social life of all lands. This is in harmony with the teachings of the Bahais, and of their Great Leaders, now represented by Abdul Baha the ‘Servant of God,’ known to the outside world as Abbas Effendi. Once again, the Light is shining forth from that land which may indeed be called the Holy Land: for have not its valleys and hills been trodden from the beginning by the feet of those great Messengers inspired of God—Abraham, Elijah, and last and greatest, Jesus of Nazareth? Is it strange that once more in this century of ours, in this ‘cradle of the race,’ those that were sitting “in darkness have seen a Great Light,” the light of the Sun of Righteousness that rises with healing in his wings?”<br><br>Ethel Jenner Rosenberg (1858-1930) was a prominent British Bahá’í, having been introduced to the Bahá’í Faith in 1899 by Mary Thornburgh-Cropper. She published two booklets on the Bahá’í Faith, of which “A Brief Account of the Bahai Movement” was one. She also presented a paper on the Bahá’í Faith at the International Congress for the History of Religions in 1908. She assisted Laura Clifford Barney in compiling Some Answered Questions and Lady Blomfield in compiling Paris Talks. She began to learn Persian and assisted Shoghi Effendi, the Guardian of the Bahá’í Faith, in translating the Hidden Words of Bahá’u’lláh. She was described by Shoghi Effendi as ‘England’s pioneer worker’. (Introduction by Nicholas James Bridgewater)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-brief-account-of-the-bahai-movement-by-ethel-j-rosenberg/ |
many believe we century writes ethel rosenberg witnessing dawn new spiritual epoch era renewal spirit making felt churches religious social life lands harmony teachings bahais great leaders represented abdul baha servant god known outside world abbas effendi again light shining forth land may indeed called holy land valleys hills trodden beginning feet great messengers inspired god abraham elijah last greatest jesus nazareth strange century ours cradle race sitting in darkness seen great light light sun righteousness rises healing wings br br ethel jenner rosenberg 1858 1930 prominent british bahá í introduced bahá í faith 1899 mary thornburgh cropper published two booklets bahá í faith a brief account bahai movement one also presented paper bahá í faith international congress history religions 1908 assisted laura clifford barney compiling answered questions lady blomfield compiling paris talks began learn persian assisted shoghi effendi guardian bahá í faith translating hidden words bahá u lláh described shoghi effendi england s pioneer worker introduction nicholas james bridgewater p |
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4829 |
5326 |
Headless Horseman - A Strange Tale of Texas |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The horse is perfect in all its parts—a splendid steed, saddled, bridled, and otherwise completely caparisoned. In it there appears nothing amiss—nothing to produce either wonder or alarm. But the man—the rider? Ah! About him there is something to cause both—something weird—something wanting!<br></br>By heavens! it is the head! (Excerpt from the Prologue)<br></br>The Headless Horseman is a novel by Mayne Reid written in 1865 or 1866 and is based on the author's adventures in the United States. The Headless Horseman or a Strange Tale of Texas was set in Texas and based on a South Texas folk tale.<br></br>Vladimir Nabokov recalled The Headless Horseman as a favourite adventure novel of his childhood years - "which had given him a vision of the prairies and the great open spaces and the overarching sky." At 11, Nabokov even translated The Headless Horseman into French alexandrines.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-headless-horseman-a-strange-tale-of-texas-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
horse perfect parts a splendid steed saddled bridled otherwise completely caparisoned appears nothing amiss nothing produce either wonder alarm man the rider ah something cause both something weird something wanting br br by heavens head excerpt prologue br br the headless horseman novel mayne reid written 1865 1866 based author s adventures united states headless horseman strange tale texas set texas based south texas folk tale br br vladimir nabokov recalled headless horseman favourite adventure novel childhood years which given vision prairies great open spaces overarching sky 11 nabokov even translated headless horseman french alexandrines summary wikipedia p |
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4830 |
5327 |
Quiet Talks about Jesus |
S. D. Gordon |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
So far as I can find out, I have no theory about Jesus to make these talks fit into. I have tried to find out for myself what the old Book of God tells about Him. And here I am trying to tell to others, as simply as I can, what I found. It was by the tedious, twisting path of doubt that I climbed the hill of truth up to some of its summits of certainty. I am free to confess that I am ignorant of the subject treated here save for the statements of that Book, and for the assent within my own spirit to these statements, which has greatly deepened the impression they made, and make. There is no question raised here about that Book itself, but simply a taking and grouping up together of what it says. ( Summary by Introductory Section )</p>\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/quiet-talks-about-jesus-by-s-d-gordon/ |
far find out theory jesus make talks fit into tried find old book god tells him trying tell others simply can found tedious twisting path doubt climbed hill truth summits certainty free confess ignorant subject treated save statements book assent within spirit statements greatly deepened impression made make question raised book itself simply taking grouping together says summary introductory section p |
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4831 |
5328 |
Secret Battle |
A. P. Herbert |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Like many soldiers at the beginning of their military careers, Harry Penrose has romantic ideas of climbing the ranks and attaining hero status. However, while stationed at Gallipoli, the realities of war begin to take their toll on Penrose, not only physically, but also mentally where the war has become a 'battle of the mind.' This is his story as related by a fellow soldier, as well as the story of the campaign at Gallipoli which is vividly portrayed from the author's own personal experiences.<br><br>During his tenure as an officer, Penrose slowly asserts himself; the war takes a toll on his personality, but he begins to live up to his early dreams of heroism. However, his creeping self-doubt grows by degrees; following Gallipoli, he is reassigned from his post as scouting officer once on the Somme, knowing he cannot face another night patrol, and earns the wrath of his commanding officer - an irascible Regular colonel - over a trivial incident. The colonel piles difficult, risky work on him - remarking to the narrator that "Master Penrose can go on with [leading ration parties] until he learns to do them properly" - and Penrose submits, working doggedly to try and keep from cracking. After a long period of this treatment, by the winter of 1916, Penrose's spirit is worn down. What follows his downward spiral may surprise and even shock today's readers, but was common and controversial at the time. (Introduction adapted from Wikipedia with contributions from the narrator and the proof listener.) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-battle-by-a-p-herbert/ |
like many soldiers beginning military careers harry penrose romantic ideas climbing ranks attaining hero status however stationed gallipoli realities war begin take toll penrose physically also mentally war become battle mind story related fellow soldier well story campaign gallipoli vividly portrayed author s personal experiences br br during tenure officer penrose slowly asserts himself war takes toll personality begins live early dreams heroism however creeping self doubt grows degrees following gallipoli reassigned post scouting officer somme knowing cannot face another night patrol earns wrath commanding officer irascible regular colonel trivial incident colonel piles difficult risky work remarking narrator master penrose go leading ration parties learns properly penrose submits working doggedly try keep cracking long period treatment winter 1916 penrose s spirit worn down follows downward spiral may surprise even shock today s readers common controversial time introduction adapted wikipedia contributions narrator proof listener |
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4832 |
5329 |
Coffee Break Collection 006 - Food and Drink |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
This is the sixth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for Collection 006 is "Food and Drink"! [Summary by Rosie]</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-006/ |
sixth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection 006 food drink summary rosie p |
| 4868 |
4833 |
5330 |
Near and Far |
Florence Earle Coates |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Near and Far by Florence Earle Coates. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 20, 2011.</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/near-and-far-by-florence-earle-coates/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings near far florence earle coates weekly poetry project march 20 2011 p |
| 4869 |
4834 |
5331 |
Hindu Book of Astrology |
Bhakti Seva |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
”Each person is born in or under one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac and is thus influenced throughout life by the planetary conditions at their time of birth. By referring to your sign, which is indicated by your date and month of birth you can determine your natural tendencies and what is best for you to attract. No matter what one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac you are born under, you can develop into a good and successful person if you will pay strict attention to the golden truths printed in this book.” (Bhakti Seva)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-hindu-book-of-astrology-by-bhakti-seva/ |
each person born one twelve signs zodiac thus influenced throughout life planetary conditions time birth referring sign indicated date month birth determine natural tendencies best attract matter one twelve signs zodiac born under develop good successful person pay strict attention golden truths printed book bhakti seva p |
| 4870 |
4835 |
5332 |
Journey to the Centre of the Earth |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The story involves a German professor (Otto Lidenbrock in the original French, Professor Von Hardwigg in the most common English translation) who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the center of the Earth. He, his nephew Axel (Harry), and their guide Hans encounter many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, eventually coming to the surface again in southern Italy.\n(Summary by wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/journey-to-the-centre-of-the-earth-by-jules-verne-griffith-and-farran-publishers/ |
story involves german professor otto lidenbrock original french professor von hardwigg common english translation believes volcanic tubes going toward center earth he nephew axel harry guide hans encounter many adventures including prehistoric animals natural hazards eventually coming surface southern italy summary wikipedia p |
| 4871 |
4838 |
5335 |
Reconciliation of Races and Religions |
Thomas Kelly Cheyne |
Other religions |
“The primary aim of this work is twofold,” writes Thomas K. Cheyne. “It would fain contribute to the cause of universal peace, and promote the better understanding of the various religions which really are but one religion. The union of religions must necessarily precede the union of races, which at present is so lamentably incomplete…. I have endeavoured to study the various races and religions on their best side, and not to fetter myself to any individual teacher or party, for ‘out of His fullness have all we received.’ Max Müller was hardly right in advising the Brahmists to call themselves Christians, and it is a pity that we so habitually speak of Buddhists and Mohammedans. I venture to remark that the favourite name of the Bahais among themselves is ‘Friends.’… Wishing to get nearer to a ‘human-catholic’ religion I have sought the privilege of simultaneous membership of several brotherhoods of Friends of God. It is my wish to show that both these and other homes of spiritual life are, when studied from the inside, essentially one, and that religions necessarily issue in racial and world-wide unity.”<br><br> Thomas Kelly Cheyne, D.Litt. D.D., was an English divine and Biblical critic. He was born in London and educated at Merchant Taylors’ School, London and Oxford University. Subsequently he studied German theological methods at Göttingen. He was ordained in 1864 and held a fellowship at Balliol College, Oxford, 1868-1882. He became Oriel Professor of the Interpretation of Holy Scripture in 1885, which post he resigned in 1908. Cheyne was the first person to meet ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, the leader of the Bahá’í Faith, on His arrival in Oxford on the 31st of December, 1912. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was impressed by Cheyne and gave him the epithet Ruhání (Spiritual) and addressed him as “my spiritual philosopher”. By 1914, this renowned Christian scholar became a member of the Bahá’í Faith. He wrote the present work, The Reconciliation of Races and Religions, in that same year. The book consists mainly of Bábí and Bahá’í historical and biographical notes. At the time, membership in the Bahá’í Faith did not require one to renounce membership in the church, so he remained a Christian minister. He was also interested in and had sympathies towards other religious teachings and movement such as the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). (Introduction by Nicholas J. Bridgewater)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-reconciliation-of-races-and-religions-by-thomas-kelly-cheyne/ |
the primary aim work twofold writes thomas k cheyne it would fain contribute cause universal peace promote better understanding various religions really one religion union religions must necessarily precede union races present lamentably incomplete endeavoured study various races religions best side fetter individual teacher party out fullness received max müller hardly right advising brahmists call christians pity habitually speak buddhists mohammedans venture remark favourite name bahais among friends wishing get nearer human catholic religion sought privilege simultaneous membership several brotherhoods friends god wish show homes spiritual life are studied inside essentially one religions necessarily issue racial world wide unity br br thomas kelly cheyne d litt d d english divine biblical critic born london educated merchant taylors school london oxford university subsequently studied german theological methods göttingen ordained 1864 held fellowship balliol college oxford 1868 1882 became oriel professor interpretation holy scripture 1885 post resigned 1908 cheyne first person meet abdu l bahá leader bahá í faith arrival oxford 31st december 1912 abdu l bahá impressed cheyne gave epithet ruhání spiritual addressed my spiritual philosopher 1914 renowned christian scholar became member bahá í faith wrote present work reconciliation races religions year book consists mainly bábí bahá í historical biographical notes time membership bahá í faith require one renounce membership church remained christian minister also interested sympathies towards religious teachings movement religious society friends quakers introduction nicholas j bridgewater p |
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5336 |
Witches of New York |
Q. K. Philander Doesticks |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />A humorous account of visits to various fortune tellers, card readers, seers, and other "witches" of New York. Written by Q.K. Philander Doesticks (a.k.a. Mortimer Thomson).<br /><br /> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-witches-of-new-york-by-q-k-philander-doesticks/ |
br a humorous account visits various fortune tellers card readers seers witches new york written q k philander doesticks a k a mortimer thomson br br |
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4840 |
5337 |
Twee redevoeringen tegen de slavernij in de Nederlandse koloniën |
Nicolaas Beets |
*Non-fiction, History |
In 2013 is het hondervijftig jaar geleden dat Nederland de slavernij in de West-Indische koloniën (Suriname en de Nederlandse Antillen) afschafte. Voordat het in 1863 zover was, is er vanzelfsprekend uitgebreid over gediscussieerd door voor- en tegenstanders. Hierbij een onderdeel van deze discussie: twee redevoeringen, de eerste (1853) van Julien Wolbers en de tweede (1856) van Nicolaas Beets. Beide heren pleiten vanuit hun christelijke levensovertuiging voor afschaffing van de slavernij. Waar Wolbers zich concentreert op de wrede straffen en de ook overigens slechte behandeling van de negerslaven (de vergelijking trekkende met “De negerhut van oom Tom”, waarin de misstanden van de Amerikaanse slavernij worden belicht), kiest Beets een andere benadering. Hij wil niet het risico lopen dat misstanden door slavernijvoorstanders worden gebagatelliseerd of afgedaan als uitzonderingen, en focust op menslievendheid, beschaving en de geest van het christendom.<br />Beide betogen, hoe verschillend ook in benadering van het probleem, zijn hartstochtelijke oproepen tot erkenning van het recht op vrijheid van eenieder, ongeacht huidskleur of afkomst. (kattekliek)</p> |
Dutch |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/twee-redevoeringen-tegen-de-slavernij-in-de-nederlandse-kolonien-by/ |
2013 het hondervijftig jaar geleden dat nederland de slavernij de west indische koloniën suriname en de nederlandse antillen afschafte voordat het 1863 zover was er vanzelfsprekend uitgebreid gediscussieerd door voor en tegenstanders hierbij een onderdeel van deze discussie twee redevoeringen de eerste 1853 van julien wolbers en de tweede 1856 van nicolaas beets beide heren pleiten vanuit hun christelijke levensovertuiging voor afschaffing van de slavernij waar wolbers zich concentreert op de wrede straffen en de ook overigens slechte behandeling van de negerslaven de vergelijking trekkende met de negerhut van oom tom waarin de misstanden van de amerikaanse slavernij worden belicht kiest beets een andere benadering hij wil niet het risico lopen dat misstanden door slavernijvoorstanders worden gebagatelliseerd afgedaan als uitzonderingen en focust op menslievendheid beschaving en de geest van het christendom br beide betogen hoe verschillend ook benadering van het probleem zijn hartstochtelijke oproepen tot erkenning van het recht op vrijheid van eenieder ongeacht huidskleur afkomst kattekliek p |
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4841 |
5338 |
Mad Planet |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
It is 30,000 years following dramatically changed climate conditions on earth which had let massive amounts of carbon dioxide belch from the interior of the planet into the atmosphere. Over the millenia this would have quite devastating effects on life as it had once been known. Much of the human and animal population would not survive the climate change, and indeed those few humans who did survive knew nothing of all which their predecessors had learned and built. Indeed, they knew not even of their existence. On the other hand insects and fungi would flourish over time.</p>\n\nAnd so those few remaining humans were unknowingly at the very beginning of the building of a tribal society, which at the time of the story of Burl simply meant food and survival. And so it was Burl who chose to travel beyond his small tribal community in an effort to hunt for something new and different to hopefully impress Saya, the young female of his tribe to whom he felt a peculiar attraction. The Mad Planet is Burl's adventure. (Introduction by Roger Melin) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-mad-planet-by-murray-leinster/ |
30 000 years following dramatically changed climate conditions earth let massive amounts carbon dioxide belch interior planet atmosphere millenia would quite devastating effects life known much human animal population would survive climate change indeed humans survive knew nothing predecessors learned built indeed knew even existence hand insects fungi would flourish time p remaining humans unknowingly beginning building tribal society time story burl simply meant food survival burl chose travel beyond small tribal community effort hunt something new different hopefully impress saya young female tribe felt peculiar attraction mad planet burl s adventure introduction roger melin |
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5339 |
Tom Swift in Captivity |
Victor Appleton |
Children's Fiction |
Tom Swift is approached by Mr. Preston, the owner of a circus, and begins to tell the story of Jake Poddington, Mr. Preston's most skilled hunter. As it turns out, Jake went missing just after sending word to Preston that Jake was on the trail of a tribe of giants, somewhere in South Africa. That was the last Preston has heard of Jake Poddington. Preston would like Tom to use one of his airships to search for Poddington, and if possible, bring back a giant for the circus. Listeners are forewarned that some elements and characters included in Tom Swift books portray certain ethnic groups in a very dated manner that modern readers, and listeners, may find offensive. Despite the racially stereotyped behavior and pronunciation in the books, the Reader believes it makes sense to read what’s written in order to be faithful to the author’s intent.(Introduction by Wikipedia and Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-in-captivity-by-victor-appleton/ |
tom swift approached mr preston owner circus begins tell story jake poddington mr preston s skilled hunter turns out jake went missing sending word preston jake trail tribe giants somewhere south africa last preston heard jake poddington preston would like tom use one airships search poddington possible bring back giant circus listeners forewarned elements characters included tom swift books portray certain ethnic groups dated manner modern readers listeners may find offensive despite racially stereotyped behavior pronunciation books reader believes makes sense read what s written order faithful author s intent introduction wikipedia tom weiss p |
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4850 |
5347 |
Silver Filigree |
Elinor Wylie |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Silver Filigree by Elinor Wylie. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 27, 2011.</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/silver-filigree-by-elinor-wylie/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings silver filigree elinor wylie weekly poetry project march 27 2011 p |
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4843 |
5340 |
Dik Trom en zijn Dorpsgenooten |
Cornelis Johannes Kieviet |
Children's Fiction |
In dit vierde van zes boeken over Dik Trom, krijgt Dik een nieuw buurmeisje die blind is. Ook bezoekt hij het circus, ofwel zoals ze vroeger zeiden: het Paardenspel.<br /><br />Andere boeken uit deze serie op <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/search_advanced.php?title=Dik+Trom&author;=&cat;=&genre;=&status=all&type;=&language=Dutch&date;=&reader;=&bc;=&mc;=&action=Search">LibriVox</a><br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/dik-trom-en-zijn-dorpsgenooten-by-cornelis-johannes-kieviet/ |
dit vierde van zes boeken dik trom krijgt dik een nieuw buurmeisje die blind is ook bezoekt hij het circus ofwel zoals ze vroeger zeiden het paardenspel br br andere boeken uit deze serie op a href http librivox org newcatalog search_advanced php title dik trom author cat genre status all type language dutch date reader bc mc action search librivox a br br |
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5341 |
Old Manor House |
Charlotte Turner Smith |
General Fiction, Romance |
The proud, cruel and arrogant Mrs. Rayland never married. Therefore, "Rayland Hall", the old Manor House of the title, had to pass to their heir, Somerive, whom they never treated kindly. According to the British laws at the time, the heir must be the oldest son. But what is to be done when the second son is more worthy of it - and is more beloved by Miss Rayland herself? And must the fact that he is in love with a servant and dependent of Miss Rayland take its toll? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-manor-house-by-charlotte-turner-smith/ |
proud cruel arrogant mrs rayland never married therefore rayland hall old manor house title pass heir somerive never treated kindly according british laws time heir must oldest son done second son worthy beloved miss rayland herself must fact love servant dependent miss rayland take toll summary stav nisser p |
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4845 |
5342 |
Overdrukken |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Vertaling van 'Reprinted Pieces' uit 1861. Een verzameling van journalistieke artikelen geschreven door de journalist Charles Dickens. In sommige artikelen, zoals bijvoorbeeld 'De geschiedenis van een armen man die een octrooi verlangde' zien we onderwerpen besproken die later ook in romans (in dit geval Kleine Dorrit) terugkomen. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/overdrukken-by-charles-dickens/ |
vertaling van reprinted pieces uit 1861 een verzameling van journalistieke artikelen geschreven door de journalist charles dickens sommige artikelen zoals bijvoorbeeld de geschiedenis van een armen man die een octrooi verlangde zien onderwerpen besproken die later ook romans in dit geval kleine dorrit terugkomen introductie door marcel coenders p |
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5343 |
Rachel Ray |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction, Romance |
The love that develops between Luke Rowan and Rachel Ray is not universally welcomed. Mrs. Tappitt- a rich, influential, and bad woman - wishes him to marry one of her own daughters, while Rachel's mother and older sister are not sure he is worthy of her. After many adventures, everybody gets what they deserve. Characteristically to Trollope's works, there is also a secondary plot involving the election of parliament in Baslehurst."<br>Summary by Stav Nisser.\n\nThe book lives still because of its delicate little scenes of comedy, the meeting of the lovers, Mrs. Tappitt's ball, the bedroom confidences of the Tappitts, Rachel's talks with her mother. -Walpole</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/rachel-ray-by-anthony-trollope/ |
love develops luke rowan rachel ray universally welcomed mrs tappitt rich influential bad woman wishes marry one daughters rachel s mother older sister sure worthy her many adventures everybody gets deserve characteristically trollope s works also secondary plot involving election parliament baslehurst br summary stav nisser book lives still delicate little scenes comedy meeting lovers mrs tappitt s ball bedroom confidences tappitts rachel s talks mother walpole p |
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4847 |
5344 |
Rose in Bloom |
Louisa May Alcott |
General Fiction, Romance, Family |
Opening several years after the close of "Eight Cousins", we find Rose coming home fresh from a voyage overseas, to find much changed about her. Now of a marriageable aged and heiress to a fortune, Rose finds joy,sorrow, and finally love await her -- as the Rose is finally ready to bloom into a good, strong, sweet and true woman.<br><br>This sequel to Eight Cousins was written by Louisa May Alcott, the author of many well beloved children's books including Little Women, An Old Fashioned Girl, Under the Lilacs and more. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/rose-in-bloom-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
opening several years close eight cousins find rose coming home fresh voyage overseas find much changed her marriageable aged heiress fortune rose finds joy sorrow finally love await rose finally ready bloom good strong sweet true woman br br this sequel eight cousins written louisa may alcott author many well beloved children s books including little women old fashioned girl lilacs more summary maria therese p |
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4848 |
5345 |
In Defense of Harriet Shelley |
Mark Twain |
Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works |
Mark Twain pulls no punches while exposing the "real" Percy Shelley in this scathing condemnation of Edward Dowden's "Life of Shelley". Even though, as Twain writes, "Shelley's life has the one indelible blot upon it, but is otherwise worshipfully noble and beautiful", Twain shows how Shelley's extra-marital conduct might easily be seen to have been the cause of his wife Harriet's suicide. (Introduction by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/in-defense-of-harriet-shelley-by-mark-twain/ |
mark twain pulls punches exposing real percy shelley scathing condemnation edward dowden s life shelley even though twain writes shelley s life one indelible blot upon it otherwise worshipfully noble beautiful twain shows shelley s extra marital conduct might easily seen cause wife harriet s suicide introduction john greenman p |
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4849 |
5346 |
Story of Peterloo |
Francis Archibald Bruton |
*Non-fiction, History |
On 16th August 1819 around 60,000 people gathered at St. Peter’s Fields, Manchester, to rally for parliamentary reform. Shortly after the meeting began, a troop of Hussars and local yeomanry rode into the crowd, wielding clubs, swords and sabres, leaving 18 dead and more than 700 severely injured. In the following years, the Peterloo Massacre was the subject of several trials and inquiries. It now counts as one of the most significant events in the history of the British labour movement. Francis Archibald Bruton’s account of the day’s events, published for its centenary and based on a detailed examination of contemporary accounts, is both dispassionate and moving.(Introduction by Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-peterloo-by-francis-archibald-bruton/ |
16th august 1819 around 60 000 people gathered st peter s fields manchester rally parliamentary reform shortly meeting began troop hussars local yeomanry rode crowd wielding clubs swords sabres leaving 18 dead 700 severely injured following years peterloo massacre subject several trials inquiries counts one significant events history british labour movement francis archibald bruton s account day s events published centenary based detailed examination contemporary accounts dispassionate moving introduction phil benson p |
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4851 |
5348 |
Bible (KJV) NT 27: Revelation |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The final book of the Holy Scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by John, who may or may not have been the same John who was an apostle to Jesus Christ. A prisoner on the island of Patmos, John sees the unveiling of Christ as He really is, through colorful and haunting symbols depicting the trials and tribulations of the saints of God, as well as the coming New Jerusalem. This book is believed to have been written this way as a kind of "secret code" for Christians suffering under the intense persecution of Rome. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/revelation-king-james-version/ |
final book holy scriptures describes dramatic often terrifying vision john may may john apostle jesus christ prisoner island patmos john sees unveiling christ really is colorful haunting symbols depicting trials tribulations saints god well coming new jerusalem book believed written way kind secret code christians suffering intense persecution rome introduction mark penfold p |
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4852 |
5349 |
Pride and Prejudice (version 6, dramatic reading) |
Jane Austen |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Romance |
Pride and Prejudice is a novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story follows the main character Elizabeth Bennet as she deals with issues of manners, upbringing, morality, education and marriage in the society of the landed gentry of early 19th-century England. Elizabeth is the second of five daughters of a country gentleman, living near the fictional town of Meryton in Hertfordshire, near London. </p>\n\nIn this reading, Librivox volunteers lend their voices to dramatize Jane Austen's classic and well-loved novel. (Summary by Wikipedia and wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Mrs. Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Jane Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Elizabeth Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mary Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6240">Tina Danh</a><br>Catherine "Kitty" Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5890">GabrielleC</a><br>Lydia Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5375">BumbleVee</a><br>Mr. Bingley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Mr. Darcy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Charlotte Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Young Mr. Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Sir William Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6264">Robert Scheid</a><br>Miss Caroline Bingley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6489">Liz Bennington</a><br>Mrs. Hurst: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Mr. Hurst: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Mr. Collins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Mr. Wickham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Denny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6246">David Richardson</a><br>Mrs. Gardiner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mr. Gardiner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Maria Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Lady Catherine de Bourgh: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2026">Mil Nichols</a><br>Colonel Fitzwilliam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Mrs. Reynolds: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/205">Esther</a><br>Mrs. Hill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Butler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Mrs. Phillips: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5949">debolee</a><br><br><strong>Narrator:</strong> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1166">Debra Lynn</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-by-jane-austen-3/ |
pride prejudice novel jane austen first published 1813 story follows main character elizabeth bennet deals issues manners upbringing morality education marriage society landed gentry early 19th century england elizabeth second five daughters country gentleman living near fictional town meryton hertfordshire near london p reading librivox volunteers lend voices dramatize jane austen s classic well loved novel summary wikipedia wildemoose br br strong cast strong br p mrs bennet a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr bennet a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br jane bennet a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br elizabeth bennet a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mary bennet a href http librivox org reader 6240 tina danh a br catherine kitty bennet a href http librivox org reader 5890 gabriellec a br lydia bennet a href http librivox org reader 5375 bumblevee a br mr bingley a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br mr darcy a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br charlotte lucas a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br young mr lucas a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br sir william lucas a href http librivox org reader 6264 robert scheid a br miss caroline bingley a href http librivox org reader 6489 liz bennington a br mrs hurst a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br mr hurst a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br mr collins a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mr wickham a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br denny a href http librivox org reader 6246 david richardson a br mrs gardiner a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr gardiner a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br maria lucas a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br lady catherine de bourgh a href http librivox org reader 2026 mil nichols a br colonel fitzwilliam a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br mrs reynolds a href http librivox org reader 205 esther a br mrs hill a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br butler a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br mrs phillips a href http librivox org reader 5949 debolee a br br strong narrator strong a href http librivox org reader 1166 debra lynn a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
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4853 |
5350 |
Mysterious Island (version 2) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The book tells the adventures of five Americans on an uncharted island in the South Pacific. The story begins in the American Civil War, during the siege of Richmond, Virginia, the capital of the Confederate States of America. As famine and death ravage the city, five northern prisoners of war decide to escape by the unusual means of hijacking a balloon. The five are Cyrus Smith, a railroad engineer in the Union army (named Cyrus Harding in some English translations); his black manservant Neb (short for Nebuchadnezzar), who Verne repeatedly states is not a slave but an ex-slave who had been freed by Smith; the sailor Bonadventure Pencroff (who is addressed only by his surname, but his "Christian name", Bonadventure, is given to their boat; in other translations, he is also known as Pencroft); his protégé Harbert Brown (called Herbert in some translations), a young boy whom Pencroff raises as his own after the death of his father (Pencroff's former captain); and the journalist Gedéon Spilett (Gideon Spilett in English versions). The company is completed by Cyrus' dog 'Top'.<br></br>After flying in stormy weather for several days, the group crash-lands on a cliff-bound, volcanic, unknown (and fictitious) island. They name it "Lincoln Island" in honor of American President Abraham Lincoln. With the knowledge of the brilliant engineer Smith, the five are able to sustain themselves on the island, hoping that they will one day escape. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-island-by-jules-verne-2/ |
book tells adventures five americans uncharted island south pacific story begins american civil war siege richmond virginia capital confederate states america famine death ravage city five northern prisoners war decide escape unusual means hijacking balloon five cyrus smith railroad engineer union army named cyrus harding english translations black manservant neb short nebuchadnezzar verne repeatedly states slave ex slave freed smith sailor bonadventure pencroff who addressed surname christian name bonadventure given boat translations also known pencroft protégé harbert brown called herbert translations young boy pencroff raises death father pencroff s former captain journalist gedéon spilett gideon spilett english versions company completed cyrus dog top br br after flying stormy weather several days group crash lands cliff bound volcanic unknown and fictitious island name lincoln island honor american president abraham lincoln knowledge brilliant engineer smith five able sustain island hoping one day escape summary wikipedia p |
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4854 |
5351 |
Historical Tales, Vol VI: French |
Charles Morris |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Volume VI of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This fifth volume covers the history of France from the Hun invasion of Europe in the 5th century up to the Prussian War, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. (Introduction by Kalynda)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-vol-vi-french-by-charles-morris/ |
volume vi series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries fifth volume covers history france hun invasion europe 5th century prussian war describing history children young adults exciting novel manner introduction kalynda p |
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4855 |
5354 |
Commentary on Galatians |
St. John Chrysostom |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
St. Chrysostom’s Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians is continuous, according to chapter and verse, instead of being arranged in Homilies, with a moral or practical application at their close, as in his exposition of other Epistles. It was written in Antioch, as Montfaucon infers from a reference which the Author, makes upon Chap. i., ver. 16 to other of his writings, which certainly were written about the same time in that city. (Introduction from the preface by John Henry Newman)</p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-galatians-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
st chrysostom s commentary epistle galatians continuous according chapter verse instead arranged homilies moral practical application close exposition epistles written antioch montfaucon infers reference author makes upon chap i ver 16 writings certainly written time city introduction preface john henry newman p |
| 4889 |
4856 |
5355 |
Big Time |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
A classic locked room mystery, in a not-so-classic setting. (Intro by Karen Savage)<p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/the-big-time-by-fritz-leiber/ |
classic locked room mystery not so classic setting intro karen savage p |
| 4890 |
4857 |
5356 |
Bauernspiegel |
Jeremias Gotthelf |
Family Life |
"Der Bauernspiegel", erschienen 1837, war der erste Roman von Albert Bitzius (1797-1854). Der Name der Hauptfigur aus diesem Werk wurde zugleich sein Schriftstellername: Jeremias Gotthelf.\nIn dem "Bauernspiegel" wird das Bild des Berner (oder genauer, Emmentaler) Dorflebens wirklichkeitsnah, ohne den Versuch, die Mängel oder Schwächen zu übergehen, erzählt. Es ist zwar in Deutsch geschrieben, enthält aber Ausdrücke des Berner Dialekts aus dem Emmertal. Der Schriftsteller Gotthelf selbst war kein Bauer, sondern gehörte als Pfarrer zu der gebildeten Klasse. In dem "Bauernspiegel" wird also nicht erzählt, was er selbst erlebte, sondern was er in seiner Umgebung gesehen hatte. Der Roman war ein großer Erfolg, vor allem, weil es ein Bild des wirklichen Lebens und keine romantisch geschönte Darstellung des Dorflebens im 18. Jahrhundert liefert.</p> |
German |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/der-bauernspiegel-by-jeremias-gotthelf/ |
der bauernspiegel erschienen 1837 war der erste roman von albert bitzius 1797 1854 der name der hauptfigur aus diesem werk wurde zugleich sein schriftstellername jeremias gotthelf dem bauernspiegel wird das bild des berner oder genauer emmentaler dorflebens wirklichkeitsnah ohne den versuch die mängel oder schwächen zu übergehen erzählt es ist zwar deutsch geschrieben enthält aber ausdrücke des berner dialekts aus dem emmertal der schriftsteller gotthelf selbst war kein bauer sondern gehörte als pfarrer zu der gebildeten klasse dem bauernspiegel wird also nicht erzählt er selbst erlebte sondern er seiner umgebung gesehen hatte der roman war ein großer erfolg vor allem weil es ein bild des wirklichen lebens und keine romantisch geschönte darstellung des dorflebens im 18 jahrhundert liefert p |
| 4891 |
4859 |
5358 |
Bible (KJV) NT 08: 2 Corinthians |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians, often referred to as Second Corinthians (and written as 2 Corinthians), is the eighth book of the New Testament. The letter, originally written in Koine Greek, is from Paul of Tarsus (and Timothy) to the Christians of Corinth, Greece.<br/><br/>\nPaul defends his authority as an apostle. He also states the importance of forgiving others, and God’s new agreement that comes from the Spirit of the living God (2 Cor. 3:3), and the importance of being a person of Christ and giving generously to God’s people in Jerusalem, and ends with his own experience of how God changed his life. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-corinthians-king-james-version/ |
second epistle paul corinthians often referred second corinthians and written 2 corinthians eighth book new testament letter originally written koine greek paul tarsus and timothy christians corinth greece br br paul defends authority apostle also states importance forgiving others god s new agreement comes spirit living god 2 cor 3 3 importance person christ giving generously god s people jerusalem ends experience god changed life summary modified wikipedia br br |
| 4892 |
4860 |
5359 |
French History for English Children |
Caroline Emelia Stephen |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<br />A history of France from Ancient Gaul up until 1880, written in short easy to comprehend chapters aimed at teaching English children. (Summary by Guero)<br /><br /> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/french-history-for-english-children-by-caroline-emelia-stephen/ |
br a history france ancient gaul 1880 written short easy comprehend chapters aimed teaching english children summary guero br br |
| 4893 |
4861 |
5360 |
Omens and Superstitions of Southern India |
Edgar Thurston |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
This book deals mainly with some aspects of what may be termed the psychical life of the inhabitants of the Madras Presidency, and the Native States of Travancore and Cochin.(Summary by Edgar Thurston)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/omens-and-superstitions-of-southern-india-by-edgar-thurston/ |
book deals mainly aspects may termed psychical life inhabitants madras presidency native states travancore cochin summary edgar thurston p |
| 4894 |
4862 |
5361 |
Pieces of Hate and other Enthusiasms |
Heywood Broun |
Humorous Fiction |
This book is a collection of humorous short stories about ordinary instances in daily life. We learn many interesting things about life, such as how to court women successfully, what it feels like to be a god, and why sometimes it would be a good idea to exchange one's own newborn baby for a better one at the hospital. (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pieces-of-hate-and-other-enthusiasms-by-heywood-broun/ |
book collection humorous short stories ordinary instances daily life learn many interesting things life court women successfully feels like god sometimes would good idea exchange one s newborn baby better one hospital summary carolin p |
| 4895 |
4863 |
5362 |
Candida |
George Bernard Shaw |
Comedy |
Candida, a comedy by playwright George Bernard Shaw, was first published in 1898, as part of his Plays Pleasant. The central characters are clergyman James Morell, his wife Candida and a youthful poet, Eugene Marchbanks, who tries to win Candida's affections. The play questions Victorian notions of love and marriage, asking what a woman really desires from her husband. The cleric is a Fabian Socialist, allowing Shaw—himself a Fabian—to weave political issues, current at the time, into the story. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong>:<br><br>Proserpine Garnett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>James Morell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Alexander "Lexy" Mill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Burgess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Candida: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Eugene Marchbanks: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/candida-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
candida comedy playwright george bernard shaw first published 1898 part plays pleasant central characters clergyman james morell wife candida youthful poet eugene marchbanks tries win candida s affections play questions victorian notions love marriage asking woman really desires husband cleric fabian socialist allowing shaw himself fabian to weave political issues current time story summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br br proserpine garnett a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br james morell a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br alexander lexy mill a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br burgess a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br candida a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br eugene marchbanks a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 4896 |
4864 |
5363 |
Wound Dresser |
Walt Whitman |
War & Military, Memoirs, Letters |
<i>The Wound Dresser</i> is a series of letters written from the hospitals in Washington by Walt Whitman during the War of the Rebellion to The New York Times, the Brooklyn Eagle and his mother, edited by Richard Maurice Burke, M.D., one of Whitman's literary executors. (Summary by R. S. Steinberg)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-wound-dresser-by-walt-whitman/ |
i the wound dresser i series letters written hospitals washington walt whitman war rebellion new york times brooklyn eagle mother edited richard maurice burke m d one whitman s literary executors summary r s steinberg p |
| 4897 |
4865 |
5364 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 018 |
Various |
Anthologies |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-018/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 4898 |
4866 |
5365 |
Three Men on the Bummel (Version 2) |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Travel Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Our Friends from Three Men in a Boat, to Say Nothing of the Dog, are back. In this funny sequel to Three Men in a Boat J., George, and Harris are out of the boat and on the land riding their bikes. Their lives are too stressful and they need a break from the daily mundane, so they put their heads together and come up with a brilliant idea they decide to travel through the Black Forest of Germany on a bicycling tour. Since two of our friends are now married it seems they will also have to convince their wives that this is a good idea without getting each other into trouble! Meant to be a traveling book, but of course is anything but, let's go along on their journey and see for ourselves what kind of antics and fun our three old friends get caught up in. This book was published eleven years after the original "Three Men in a Boat". (Summary by Terra Mendoza)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-on-the-bummel-version-2-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
friends three men boat say nothing dog back funny sequel three men boat j george harris boat land riding bikes lives stressful need break daily mundane put heads together come brilliant idea decide travel black forest germany bicycling tour since two friends married seems also convince wives good idea without getting trouble meant traveling book course anything but let s go along journey see kind antics fun three old friends get caught in book published eleven years original three men boat summary terra mendoza p |
| 4899 |
4867 |
5366 |
Selected Short Stories |
Stephen Crane |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
At the time of his death at the age of 28, Stephen Crane had become an important figure in American literature. He was nearly forgotten, however, until two decades later when critics revived interest in his life and work. Stylistically, Crane's writing is characterized by vivid intensity, distinctive dialects, and irony. Common themes involve fear, spiritual crises and social isolation. Although recognized primarily for The Red Badge of Courage, which has become an American classic, Crane is also known for short stories such as "The Open Boat", "The Blue Hotel", "The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky", and The Monster. His writing made a deep impression on 20th century writers, most prominent among them Ernest Hemingway, and is thought to have inspired the Modernists and the Imagists. (Introduction Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/selected-short-stories-by-stephen-crane/ |
time death age 28 stephen crane become important figure american literature nearly forgotten however two decades later critics revived interest life work stylistically crane s writing characterized vivid intensity distinctive dialects irony common themes involve fear spiritual crises social isolation although recognized primarily red badge courage become american classic crane also known short stories the open boat the blue hotel the bride comes yellow sky monster writing made deep impression 20th century writers prominent among ernest hemingway thought inspired modernists imagists introduction wikipedia p |
| 4900 |
4868 |
5367 |
Poème du Mois - 005 Le Chat |
Charles Baudelaire |
Poetry |
<i>LE CHAT<br><br>Viens, mon beau chat, sur mon cœur amoureux:<br>Retiens les griffes de ta patte,<br>Et laisse-moi plonger dans tes beaux yeux,<br>Mêlés de métal et d'agate.<br><br>Lorsque mes doigts caressent à loisir<br>Ta tête et ton dos élastique,<br>Et que ma main s'enivre du plaisir<br>De palper ton corps électrique,<br><br>Je vois ma femme en esprit; son regard,<br>Comme le tien, aimable bête,<br>Profond et froid, coupe et fend comme un dard.<br><br>Et, des pieds jusques à la tête,<br>Un air subtil, un dangereux parfum<br>Nagent autour de son corps brun. </i> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/le-chat-by-charles-baudelaire/ |
i le chat br br viens mon beau chat sur mon cœur amoureux br retiens les griffes de ta patte br et laisse moi plonger dans tes beaux yeux br mêlés de métal et d agate br br lorsque mes doigts caressent à loisir br ta tête et ton dos élastique br et que main s enivre du plaisir br de palper ton corps électrique br br je vois femme en esprit son regard br comme le tien aimable bête br profond et froid coupe et fend comme un dard br br et des pieds jusques à la tête br un air subtil un dangereux parfum br nagent autour de son corps brun i |
| 4901 |
4869 |
5368 |
Days Too Short |
William Henry Davies |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Days Too Short by William H. Davies. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 3, 2011.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/days-too-short-by-william-h-davies/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings days short william h davies weekly poetry project april 3 2011 p |
| 4902 |
4870 |
5369 |
Elves and Heroes |
Donald Alexander Mackenzie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
<br />This volume describes, in verse, the mythical creatures and people of ancient Scotland. It also includes explanatory notes about about the characters and folk tales that inspired the author's poetry. (Introduction by Matthew Reece)<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/elves-and-heroes-by-donald-alexander-mackenzie/ |
br this volume describes verse mythical creatures people ancient scotland also includes explanatory notes characters folk tales inspired author s poetry introduction matthew reece br br |
| 4903 |
4871 |
5371 |
Shakespeare and Music |
Christopher Wilson |
*Non-fiction, Music |
Shakespeare's plays are full of music: love songs, comic ditties, serious ballads, and songs for witches and spirits. Over the centuries musicians and composers have also created musical adaptations based on Shakespeare's plays. Composer Christopher Wilson's Shakespeare and Music (1922) documents the musical history of each play across various genres, including opera and incidental music. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-and-music-by-christopher-wilson/ |
shakespeare s plays full music love songs comic ditties serious ballads songs witches spirits centuries musicians composers also created musical adaptations based shakespeare s plays composer christopher wilson s shakespeare music 1922 documents musical history play across various genres including opera incidental music summary elizabeth klett p |
| 4904 |
4872 |
5372 |
Dawn |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Romance, Family, General |
Dawn (also known in England as "Keith’s Dark Tower"), was published in 1919, and is set during World War I. Keith Burton is going blind. It is hard for him and his family. Most of the book deals with their ways - right and wrong - of dealing with the situation. At the end, Keith finds pride in helping blind solders.<br><br>Eleanor H. Porter was a writer of many popular children’s books and novels, including the Pollyanna and Miss Billy series, as well as Just David, Oh, Money! Money! and more. (Summary by Stav Nisser and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/dawn-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
dawn also known england keith s dark tower published 1919 set world war i keith burton going blind hard family book deals ways right wrong dealing situation end keith finds pride helping blind solders br br eleanor h porter writer many popular children s books novels including pollyanna miss billy series well david oh money money more summary stav nisser maria therese p |
| 4905 |
4873 |
5373 |
Five Children and It (Version 2) |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
This delightful novel begins when a family of five children moves from London to the English countryside. While playing in a gravel pit soon after the move, they discover an ancient and rather grumpy sand-fairy known as the Psammead, who agrees to grant one wish of theirs per day. The children’s wishes send them on adventure after adventure, but rarely turn out as expected. (Summary by Kara)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/five-children-and-it-by-edith-nesbit/ |
delightful novel begins family five children moves london english countryside playing gravel pit soon move discover ancient rather grumpy sand fairy known psammead agrees grant one wish per day children s wishes send adventure adventure rarely turn expected summary kara p |
| 4906 |
4874 |
5374 |
Owl Critic |
James Thomas Fields |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of The Owl Critic by James T. Fields. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 3, 2011.<br><br>James Thomas Fields (December 31, 1817 – April 24, 1881) was an American publisher, editor, and poet. At the age of 14, Fields took a job at the Old Corner Bookstore in Boston. His first published poetry was included in the Portsmouth Journal in 1837 but he drew more attention when, on September 13, 1838, he delivered his "Anniversary Poem" to the Boston Mercantile Library Association. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-owl-critic-by-james-t-fields/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings owl critic james t fields fortnightly poetry project april 3 2011 br br james thomas fields december 31 1817 april 24 1881 american publisher editor poet age 14 fields took job old corner bookstore boston first published poetry included portsmouth journal 1837 drew attention when september 13 1838 delivered anniversary poem boston mercantile library association summary wikipedia p |
| 4907 |
4875 |
5375 |
Black Fawn |
Jim Kjelgaard |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Bud Sloan was an orphan who had been 'sold out' of the orphanage to work on a farm once he'd been old enough to labor. The farm where he was to work was owned by an aging farmer and his wife who had raised a large family and were now left alone.<br><br> One day, after his chores were done, Bud wandered into the woods nearby and with mouth agape, he noticed a newborn jet black fawn all alone and apparently confused in his new surroundings. Bud resolved that day that this baby fawn was just like himself, an orphan, and would be bound to him in spirit. But many obstacles would keep the two separated, and the black fawn would eventually become the target of the local hunters. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-fawn-by-jim-kjelgaard/ |
bud sloan orphan sold out orphanage work farm he d old enough labor farm work owned aging farmer wife raised large family left alone br br one day chores done bud wandered woods nearby mouth agape noticed newborn jet black fawn alone apparently confused new surroundings bud resolved day baby fawn like himself orphan would bound spirit many obstacles would keep two separated black fawn would eventually become target local hunters introduction roger melin p |
| 4908 |
4876 |
5376 |
Emily Fox-Seton |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction |
Have you ever wondered what happened to Cinderella after she married the prince? Have you ever asked yourself if it was really "happy ever after?" Actually, in this Victorian melodrama, it's not. 35-years-old Emily Fox-Seton, quite penniless and a little lonely, saves herself from becoming an old maid by agreeing to a marriage proposal from the marquess of Walderhurst, thus becoming "one of the richest Marchionesses in England". She is naïve, kind and good. She doesn't believe that people are really willing to hurt her, but why are all these strange accidents happening?\nThis novel is divided into 2 parts. The first, "The Making Of A Marchioness" tells about the odd courtship of Emily and lord Walderhurst. The second part, "The Methods of Lady Walderhurst", most of the book, tells what happens after… This adult fairy tale, which, by mistakes, becomes a realistic novel, is a captivating book. \nI wish you all a wonderful reading. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/emily-fox-seton-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
ever wondered happened cinderella married prince ever asked really happy ever after actually victorian melodrama not 35 years old emily fox seton quite penniless little lonely saves becoming old maid agreeing marriage proposal marquess walderhurst thus becoming one richest marchionesses england naïve kind good believe people really willing hurt her strange accidents happening novel divided 2 parts first the making marchioness tells odd courtship emily lord walderhurst second part the methods lady walderhurst book tells happens after adult fairy tale which mistakes becomes realistic novel captivating book wish wonderful reading summary stav nisser p |
| 4909 |
4877 |
5377 |
Bostonians, Vol. 1 & 2 |
Henry James |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Psychology |
This bittersweet tragicomedy centers on an odd triangle of characters: Basil Ransom, a political conservative from Mississippi; Olive Chancellor, Ransom's cousin and a Boston feminist; and Verena Tarrant, a pretty, young protégée of Olive's in the feminist movement. The storyline concerns the struggle between Ransom and Olive for Verena's allegiance and affection, though the novel also includes a wide panorama of political activists, newspaper people, and quirky eccentrics.(Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-bostonians-vol-1-2-by-henry-james/ |
bittersweet tragicomedy centers odd triangle characters basil ransom political conservative mississippi olive chancellor ransom s cousin boston feminist verena tarrant pretty young protégée olive s feminist movement storyline concerns struggle ransom olive verena s allegiance affection though novel also includes wide panorama political activists newspaper people quirky eccentrics summary wikipedia p |
| 4910 |
4878 |
5378 |
Absalom and Achitophel |
John Dryden |
Poetry, Satire |
John Dryden published Absalom and Achitophel: A Poem in 1681. It is an elaborate historical allegory using the political situation faced by King David (2 Samuel 14-18) to mirror that faced by Charles II. Each monarch had a son whom a high-ranking minister attempted to use against him. James Scott, first Duke of Monmouth, Charles II's illegitimate son, was detected planning a rebellion late in 1681, supposedly instigated by the Earl of Shaftesbury, who was tried for high treason, and it is believed that Dryden wrote the poem in an effort to sway the jury in his trial. The fates of both Absalom (Monmouth) and Achitophel (Shaftesbury) are left unspecified at the end of the poem (Monmouth did rebel in 1685, after his father's death, and was executed, and Shaftesbury was acquitted), but we are left to surmise that their fates would resemble those of their Biblical counterparts: Absalom was killed against David's instructions and Achitophel hanged himself.<br><br>\n\nThe poem can be enjoyed without any special knowledge of either the Bible or seventeenth-century English history, but it is useful to understand why Monmouth (AKA Absalom) was such a useful tool to use against his father: Charles had many illegitimate offspring, but his wife was barren, so at his death the crown would pass (did pass) to his brother, James, who was Catholic, but Monmouth was Protestant as well as well-beloved by both the king and the people. England had good reason to dread a return of officially enforced Catholicism. The narrator's urbane attitude toward David's amatory adventures in the opening of the poem and his burlesque of the supposed Jebusitical plot (the "Popish Plot" of 1678) establish clearly his Tory bias in favor of the Establishment and his disdain of the panic caused by fear of Catholicism (Dryden himself converted to the Catholic faith at some time before 1685).</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/absalom-and-achitophel-by-john-dryden/ |
john dryden published absalom achitophel poem 1681 elaborate historical allegory using political situation faced king david 2 samuel 14 18 mirror faced charles ii monarch son high ranking minister attempted use him james scott first duke monmouth charles ii s illegitimate son detected planning rebellion late 1681 supposedly instigated earl shaftesbury tried high treason believed dryden wrote poem effort sway jury trial fates absalom monmouth achitophel shaftesbury left unspecified end poem monmouth rebel 1685 father s death executed shaftesbury acquitted left surmise fates would resemble biblical counterparts absalom killed david s instructions achitophel hanged himself br br poem enjoyed without special knowledge either bible seventeenth century english history useful understand monmouth aka absalom useful tool use father charles many illegitimate offspring wife barren death crown would pass did pass brother james catholic monmouth protestant well well beloved king people england good reason dread return officially enforced catholicism narrator s urbane attitude toward david s amatory adventures opening poem burlesque supposed jebusitical plot the popish plot 1678 establish clearly tory bias favor establishment disdain panic caused fear catholicism dryden converted catholic faith time 1685 p |
| 4911 |
4879 |
5379 |
Curious Republic of Gondour and Other Whimsical Sketches |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
As the title reveals, these stories are a collection of some of Mark Twain's more fanciful and eccentric works. They run the gamut from political commentary to our species' need to "be remembered" somehow. Taken as a whole the stories are "whimsical". Taken individually, they speak the truth in different ways. (Introduction by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-curious-republic-of-gondour-and-other-whimsical-sketches-by-mark-twain/ |
title reveals stories collection mark twain s fanciful eccentric works run gamut political commentary species need be remembered somehow taken whole stories whimsical taken individually speak truth different ways introduction john greenman p |
| 4912 |
4898 |
5401 |
After Music |
Josephine Preston Peabody |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of After Music by Josephine Preston Peabody. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 10, 2011.<br><br>Josephine Preston Peabody was an American poet and dramatist. She was born in New York and educated at the Girls' Latin School, Boston, and at Radcliffe College. (summary from Wikipedia)\nAfter Music is taken from An American Anthology, 1787–1900, edited by Edmund Clarence Stedman (1833–1908)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/after-music-by-josephine-preston-peabody/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings music josephine preston peabody weekly poetry project april 10 2011 br br josephine preston peabody american poet dramatist born new york educated girls latin school boston radcliffe college summary wikipedia music taken american anthology 1787 1900 edited edmund clarence stedman 1833 1908 p |
| 4913 |
4880 |
5380 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 5 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
*Non-fiction, History |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot (October 4, 1787 -September 12, 1874) was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His "Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narrative, here presented in an easily readable English translation by Robert Black, first published in 1898. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline and repeated for this volume.) </p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-france-from-the-earliest-times-vol-5-by-francois-pierre-guillaume-guizot/ |
françois pierre guillaume guizot october 4 1787 september 12 1874 french historian orator statesman guizot dominant figure french politics prior revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 popular history france attractive engrossing narrative presented easily readable english translation robert black first published 1898 summary adapted wikipedia karen merline repeated volume p |
| 4914 |
4881 |
5381 |
Ballad of the White Horse (Version 2) |
G. K. Chesterton |
Single author, Ballads |
The Ballad of the White Horse is a poem by G K Chesterton about the idealized exploits of the Saxon King Alfred the Great, published in 1911. Written in ballad form, the work is usually considered an epic poem. The poem narrates how Alfred was able to defeat the invading Danes at the Battle of Ethandun under the auspices of God working through the agency of the Virgin Mary. In addition to being a narration of Alfred's militaristic and political accomplishments, it is also considered a Catholic allegory. Chesterton incorporates a significant amount of philosophy into the basic structure of the story. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-the-white-horse-version-2-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
ballad white horse poem g k chesterton idealized exploits saxon king alfred great published 1911 written ballad form work usually considered epic poem poem narrates alfred able defeat invading danes battle ethandun auspices god working agency virgin mary addition narration alfred s militaristic political accomplishments also considered catholic allegory chesterton incorporates significant amount philosophy basic structure story introduction wikipedia p |
| 4915 |
4882 |
5384 |
Seven Secrets |
William Le Queux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A true “whodunit” with as many twists and turns as an English country road. Old man Courtenay is found murdered in his bed. Dr. Ralph Boyd is summoned to Courtenay Manor to examine the slain man and discovers a clue that might solve the case. But, he decides to keep the clue private for personal reasons. In the meantime, Scotland Yard has no clues as the culprits or the motive. Dr. Boyd, because of his new found clue, is sure he knows who is the murderer. Or, is it a murderess? His intimate acquaintance, Ambler Jevons, is also investigating the crime but Dr. Boyd does not share his discoveries with him. Sure of his findings, a bizarre midnight encounter turns all Boyd's judgments upside down and the case becomes more peculiar than when it started. What are the seven secrets needed to decode this murder, or is it a conspiracy? One needs to listen to the end to discover the truth. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-secrets-by-william-le-queux/ |
true whodunit many twists turns english country road old man courtenay found murdered bed dr ralph boyd summoned courtenay manor examine slain man discovers clue might solve case but decides keep clue private personal reasons meantime scotland yard clues culprits motive dr boyd new found clue sure knows murderer or murderess intimate acquaintance ambler jevons also investigating crime dr boyd share discoveries him sure findings bizarre midnight encounter turns boyd s judgments upside case becomes peculiar started seven secrets needed decode murder conspiracy one needs listen end discover truth summary tom weiss p |
| 4916 |
4883 |
5385 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 1 |
Eugène Sue |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Mysteries of Paris (French: Les Mystères de Paris) is a novel by Eugène Sue which was published serially in Journal des débats from June 19, 1842 until October 15, 1843. Les Mystères de Paris singlehandedly increased the circulation of Journal des débats. <p></p>There has been lots of talk on the origins of the French novel of the 19th century: Stendhal, Balzac, Dumas, Gautier, Sand or Hugo. One often forgets Eugène Sue. Still, The Mysteries of Paris occupies a unique space in the birth of this literary genre: it entranced thousands of readers for more than a year (even illiterates who had episodes read to them) and was also a major work in the formation of a certain form of social consciousness. One often hears that the 1848 revolution was partly born in the pages of the Mysteries of Paris or, more appropriately, that the Mysteries of Paris helped create a climate which allowed the 1848 revolution to occur.<p></p>The hero of the novel is the mysterious and distinguished Rodolphe, who is really the Grand Duke of Gérolstein (a fictional country) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. Rodolphe can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. Yet he also shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and a brilliant mind. He can navigate all layers of society in order to understand their problems, and to understand how the different social classes are linked.<p></p>Rodolphe is accompanied by his friends Sir Walter Murph, an Englishman, and David, a gifted black doctor, formerly a slave.<p></p>The first figures they meet are Le Chourineur and La Goualeuse. Rodolphe saves La Goualeuse from Le Chourineur's brutality, and saves Le Chourineur from himself, knowing that the man still has some good in him. La Goualeuse is a prostitute, and Le Chourineur is a former butcher who has served 15 years in prison for murder. Both characters are grateful for Rodolphe's assistance, as are many other characters in the novel.<p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-paris-volume-1-by-eugene-sue/ |
mysteries paris french les mystères de paris novel eugène sue published serially journal des débats june 19 1842 october 15 1843 les mystères de paris singlehandedly increased circulation journal des débats p p there lots talk origins french novel 19th century stendhal balzac dumas gautier sand hugo one often forgets eugène sue still mysteries paris occupies unique space birth literary genre entranced thousands readers year even illiterates episodes read them also major work formation certain form social consciousness one often hears 1848 revolution partly born pages mysteries paris or appropriately mysteries paris helped create climate allowed 1848 revolution occur p p the hero novel mysterious distinguished rodolphe really grand duke gérolstein a fictional country disguised parisian worker rodolphe speak argot extremely strong good fighter yet also shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind navigate layers society order understand problems understand different social classes linked p p rodolphe accompanied friends sir walter murph englishman david gifted black doctor formerly slave p p the first figures meet le chourineur la goualeuse rodolphe saves la goualeuse le chourineur s brutality saves le chourineur himself knowing man still good him la goualeuse prostitute le chourineur former butcher served 15 years prison murder characters grateful rodolphe s assistance many characters novel p |
| 4917 |
4884 |
5386 |
Nature's Miracles Volume 2: Energy and Vibration |
Elisha Gray |
Science |
Elisha Gray was an American electrical engineer who co-founded the Western Electric Manufacturing Company. Gray is best known for his development of a telephone prototype in 1876 in Highland Park, Illinois and is considered by some writers to be the true inventor of the variable resistance telephone, despite losing out to Alexander Graham Bell for the telephone patent.<br /><i>Nature's Miracles: Familiar Talks on Science</i>, published in 1900, is a discussion of science and technology for the general public. Volume II is subtitled <i>Energy and Vibration: Energy, Sound, Heat, Light, Explosives.</i> (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/natures-miracles-volume-ii-energy-and-vibration/ |
elisha gray american electrical engineer co founded western electric manufacturing company gray best known development telephone prototype 1876 highland park illinois considered writers true inventor variable resistance telephone despite losing alexander graham bell telephone patent br i nature s miracles familiar talks science i published 1900 discussion science technology general public volume ii subtitled i energy vibration energy sound heat light explosives i summary wikipedia p |
| 4918 |
4885 |
5387 |
Clear Crystals |
Clara Frances McKee Beede |
Poetry |
Book of 31 short poems dedicated to Soldierboys.(Summary by Jill Preston)</p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/clear-crystals-by-clara-m-beede/ |
book 31 short poems dedicated soldierboys summary jill preston p |
| 4919 |
4886 |
5388 |
Light of Egypt Volume II |
Thomas H. Burgoyne |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
"The Light of Egypt" will be found to be an Occult library in itself, a textbook of esoteric knowledge, setting forth the "wisdom Religion" of life, as taught by the Adepts of Hermetic Philosophy. It will richly repay all who are seeking the higher life to carefully study this book, as it contains in a nutshell the wisdom of the ages regarding man and his destiny, here and hereafter. The London and American first edition, also the French edition, Vol. I, met with lively criticism from Blavatsky Theosophists, because it annihilates that agreeable delusion of "Karma" and "Reincarnation" from the minds of all lovers of truth for truth's sake.</p>\n"The Tablets of Aeth" is a great and mighty work, as it contains the very quintessence of Occult and Hermetic philosophy, as revealed by spiritual law. "Penetralia" is a new revelation, and invaluable to Occult students, as it is the personal experience of a developed soul. (Summary taken from the Publishers Preface)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-of-egypt-vol-ii-by-thomas-h-burgoyne/ |
the light egypt found occult library itself textbook esoteric knowledge setting forth wisdom religion life taught adepts hermetic philosophy richly repay seeking higher life carefully study book contains nutshell wisdom ages regarding man destiny hereafter london american first edition also french edition vol i met lively criticism blavatsky theosophists annihilates agreeable delusion karma reincarnation minds lovers truth truth s sake p the tablets aeth great mighty work contains quintessence occult hermetic philosophy revealed spiritual law penetralia new revelation invaluable occult students personal experience developed soul summary taken publishers preface p |
| 4920 |
4887 |
5389 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 012 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 012: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-012-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 012 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 4921 |
4888 |
5390 |
Bible (KJV) NT 09-12: Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<br/><b>Galatians</b> is a letter from Paul of Tarsus to a number of Early Christian communities in the Roman province of Galatia in central Anatolia. Paul is principally concerned with the controversy surrounding Gentile Christians and the Mosaic Law within Early Christianity.<br/><br/>\n\nThe main theme of <b>Ephesians</b> is “the Church, the Body of Christ.” The Church is to maintain the unity in practice which Christ has brought about positionally. Another major theme in Ephesians is the keeping of Christ's body (that is, the Church) pure and holy.<br/><br/>\n\n<b>Philippians</b> was written by the Apostle Paul circa 62 while Paul was in prison. The letter was written to the church at Philippi, one of the earliest churches to be founded in Europe. They were very attached to Paul, just as he was very fond of them. The Philippians had sent Epaphroditus, their messenger, with contributions to meet the needs of Paul; and on his return Paul sent this letter with him.<br/><br/>\n\nWritten in the 50s while Paul was in prison, <b>Colossians</b> is similar to Ephesians, also written at this time. Colossians declares Christ's supremacy over the entire created universe and exhorts Christians to lead godly lives. The letter consists of two parts: first a doctrinal section, then a second regarding conduct. In both sections, false teachers who have been spreading error in the congregation are opposed.<br/><br/>\n\n(Modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/4-epistles-king-james-version/ |
br b galatians b letter paul tarsus number early christian communities roman province galatia central anatolia paul principally concerned controversy surrounding gentile christians mosaic law within early christianity br br main theme b ephesians b the church body christ church maintain unity practice christ brought positionally another major theme ephesians keeping christ s body that is church pure holy br br b philippians b written apostle paul circa 62 paul prison letter written church philippi one earliest churches founded europe attached paul fond them philippians sent epaphroditus messenger contributions meet needs paul return paul sent letter him br br written 50s paul prison b colossians b similar ephesians also written time colossians declares christ s supremacy entire created universe exhorts christians lead godly lives letter consists two parts first doctrinal section second regarding conduct sections false teachers spreading error congregation opposed br br modified wikipedia br br |
| 4922 |
4889 |
5391 |
Green Rust |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
A millionaire is taken suddenly ill, and sensing his mortality, he asks his attorney to do him one last favor—to find and secretly watch over his missing niece, the daughter of his profligate deceased sister. This niece at the appropriate time would become heir to his millions. However, the millionaire is mysteriously murdered, stabbed to death in his sick bed. Oliva Cresswell, the unsuspecting niece, has been a cashier in a large West End store for five years when she meets a Mr. Beale, a self-described wheat merchant, is attacked in her flat and rescued by this Mr. Beale, is offered a job as his confidential secretary, refuses him, is unexplainably sacked and finds herself in need of his offer. The mysteries multiply and deepen as the story proceeds. (Introduction by Don W. Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-rust-by-edgar-wallace/ |
millionaire taken suddenly ill sensing mortality asks attorney one last favor to find secretly watch missing niece daughter profligate deceased sister niece appropriate time would become heir millions however millionaire mysteriously murdered stabbed death sick bed oliva cresswell unsuspecting niece cashier large west end store five years meets mr beale self described wheat merchant attacked flat rescued mr beale offered job confidential secretary refuses him unexplainably sacked finds need offer mysteries multiply deepen story proceeds introduction w jenkins p |
| 4923 |
4890 |
5392 |
Bible (KJV) NT 04: John |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Gospel According to John, commonly referred to as the Gospel of John or simply John, is an account of the public ministry of Jesus. It begins with the witness and affirmation by John the Baptist and concludes with the death, burial, Resurrection, and post-Resurrection appearances of Jesus. This account is fourth of the canonical gospels, after the synoptics Matthew, Mark and Luke. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/john-by-king-james-version/ |
gospel according john commonly referred gospel john simply john account public ministry jesus begins witness affirmation john baptist concludes death burial resurrection post resurrection appearances jesus account fourth canonical gospels synoptics matthew mark luke summary wikipedia p |
| 4924 |
4891 |
5393 |
Rivals of Sherlock Holmes, Vol. 1 |
Various |
Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes was a British TV series from the early 70s that dramatized stories written contemporaneously with the Sherlock Holmes stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This anthology contains twelve of the thirteen stories adapted as episodes for the first season. Sadly, one story, "The Missing Witness Sensation" by Ernest Bramah, is not public domain in the U.S., but can be read in the anthology Max Carrados Mysteries. (Summary by Nullifidian)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-rivals-of-sherlock-holmes-volume-1-by-various/ |
rivals sherlock holmes british tv series early 70s dramatized stories written contemporaneously sherlock holmes stories sir arthur conan doyle anthology contains twelve thirteen stories adapted episodes first season sadly one story the missing witness sensation ernest bramah public domain u s read anthology max carrados mysteries summary nullifidian p |
| 4925 |
4892 |
5394 |
Diamond Cross Mystery |
Chester K. Steele |
Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Colonel Ashley is confronted with a difficult case: The proprietor of a jewelry shop is found murdered, and a valuable diamond cross is stolen. Whodunnit, and how can the Colonel's expertise in fishing help to solve the case? (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-diamond-cross-mystery-by-chester-k-steele/ |
colonel ashley confronted difficult case proprietor jewelry shop found murdered valuable diamond cross stolen whodunnit colonel s expertise fishing help solve case summary carolin p |
| 4926 |
7750 |
8365 |
Collaboration |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction, Short Stories, Published 1800 -1900 |
It is Paris sometime after the Franco-Prussian War (1870--Germany won--the French Second Republic collapsed--France embittered). A French poet and a German composer come to admire one another's work and decide to collaborate on an opera. There are costs to pay. ( david wales)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/collaboration-by-henry-james/ |
paris sometime franco prussian war 1870 germany won the french second republic collapsed france embittered french poet german composer come admire one another s work decide collaborate opera costs pay david wales p |
| 4927 |
4893 |
5395 |
Letters of Mrs. Adams, the Wife of John Adams, Vol. 1 |
Abigail Adams |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Abigail Adams lived the American Revolution as the wife of one of its central figures--John Adams. Her family correspondence, published along with a memoir by her grandson, Charles Francis Adams, brings that era into eloquent focus. What was it like to hear the cannon's roar from your window? to face pestilence? food shortages? rampant inflation? devalued coinage? to raise four children alone--and earn the money to keep your household afloat, while your husband was engaged in politics and diplomacy miles and oceans away . . . for years at a time? It's all there in her private letters, letters that were never meant for public eyes, letters that she repeatedly asked to be burned!</p>\n\nWriting to her husband, Abigail expressed anguish at nearby fighting: June 18, 1775, "Charlestown is laid in ashes . . . How many have fallen we know not. The constant roar of the cannon is so distressing, that we cannot eat, drink, or sleep." Yet, she displayed constant fortitude: August 5, 1777, "It is almost thirteen years since we were united, but not more than half that time have we had the happiness of living together. The unfeeling world may consider it in what light they please. I consider it as a sacrifice to my country . . ." And she enlivened her writing with pithy accounts of Revolutionary doings: July 31, 1777, "You must know that there is a great scarcity of sugar and coffee . . . An eminent, wealthy, stingy merchant had a hogshead of coffee in his store, which he refused to sell . . . under six shillings per pound. A number of females . . . assembled with a cart and trucks, marched down to the warehouse, and demanded the keys, which he refused to deliver. Upon which, one of them seized him by his neck . . ." The women "then opened the warehouse, hoisted out the coffee themselves, put it into the truck and drove off. . . .A large concourse of men stood amazed, silent spectators of the whole transaction."</p>\n\nAbigail’s letters, letters of "a vigorous mind," are a fascinating read. (Introduction by Sue Anderson)<p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-mrs-adams-the-wife-of-john-adams-vol-1-by-abigail-adams/ |
abigail adams lived american revolution wife one central figures john adams family correspondence published along memoir grandson charles francis adams brings era eloquent focus like hear cannon s roar window face pestilence food shortages rampant inflation devalued coinage raise four children alone and earn money keep household afloat husband engaged politics diplomacy miles oceans away years time private letters letters never meant public eyes letters repeatedly asked burned p writing husband abigail expressed anguish nearby fighting june 18 1775 charlestown laid ashes many fallen know not constant roar cannon distressing cannot eat drink sleep yet displayed constant fortitude august 5 1777 it almost thirteen years since united half time happiness living together unfeeling world may consider light please consider sacrifice country enlivened writing pithy accounts revolutionary doings july 31 1777 you must know great scarcity sugar coffee eminent wealthy stingy merchant hogshead coffee store refused sell six shillings per pound number females assembled cart trucks marched warehouse demanded keys refused deliver upon which one seized neck women then opened warehouse hoisted coffee themselves put truck drove off a large concourse men stood amazed silent spectators whole transaction p abigail s letters letters a vigorous mind fascinating read introduction sue anderson p |
| 4928 |
4894 |
5396 |
Sorceress of the Strand |
Robert Eustace |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
From the moment Madame Sara arrived on the scene, she has taken London society by storm. Madame is both beautiful and mysterious, but it soon becomes clear to both Dixon Druce and his friend, police surgeon Eric Vandeleur, that there is something sinister about the woman and the goings on at her shop on the Strand. They soon become obsessed with proving her guilty of the many crimes that follow in her wake! (summary by J. M. Smallheer) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-sorceress-of-the-strand-by-l-t-meade-and-robert-eustace/ |
moment madame sara arrived scene taken london society storm madame beautiful mysterious soon becomes clear dixon druce friend police surgeon eric vandeleur something sinister woman goings shop strand soon become obsessed proving guilty many crimes follow wake summary j m smallheer |
| 4929 |
4895 |
5397 |
Captains of Industry |
James Parton |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
In this volume are presented examples of men who shed lustre upon ordinary pursuits, either by the superior manner in which they exercised them or by the noble use they made of the leisure which success in them usually gives. Such men are the nobility of republics.<br><br>Most of these chapters were published originally in "The Ledger" of New York, and a few of them in "The Youths' Companion" of Boston, the largest two circulations in the country. I have occasionally had reason to think that they were of some service to young readers, and I may add that they represent more labor and research than would be naturally supposed from their brevity. Perhaps in this new form they may reach and influence the minds of future leaders in the great and growing realm of business. I should pity any young man who could read the briefest account of what has been done in manufacturing towns by such men as John Smedley and Robert Owen without forming a secret resolve to do something similar if ever he should win the opportunity. (Summary from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/captains-of-industry-by-james-parton/ |
volume presented examples men shed lustre upon ordinary pursuits either superior manner exercised noble use made leisure success usually gives men nobility republics br br most chapters published originally the ledger new york the youths companion boston largest two circulations country occasionally reason think service young readers may add represent labor research would naturally supposed brevity perhaps new form may reach influence minds future leaders great growing realm business pity young man could read briefest account done manufacturing towns men john smedley robert owen without forming secret resolve something similar ever win opportunity summary preface p |
| 4930 |
4896 |
5399 |
Sintram and His Companions |
Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
Friedrich de la Motte Fouque, also the author of Undine, was a German Romantic writer whose stories were filled with knights, damsels in distress, evil enchantments, and the struggle of good against overpowering evil. 'My strength is as the strength of ten, Because my heart is pure.' Fouque blends the Romantic love for nature and ancient chivalry while telling a powerful story about a young man who yearns for that which he can never attain. (Summary by Alisson Veldhuis)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/sintram-and-his-companions-by-friedrich-de-la-motte-fouque/ |
friedrich de la motte fouque also author undine german romantic writer whose stories filled knights damsels distress evil enchantments struggle good overpowering evil my strength strength ten heart pure fouque blends romantic love nature ancient chivalry telling powerful story young man yearns never attain summary alisson veldhuis p |
| 4931 |
4897 |
5400 |
Bertram Cope's Year |
Henry Blake Fuller |
General Fiction |
This novel was perhaps the most daring and affirmative LGBT literature of the first two decades of the 20th century in America. In this story, Bertram Cope is a young college instructor, about twenty-four years old ("certainly not a day over twenty-five"), who is pursued by men and women, both younger and older than himself. In writing this novel, Fuller had to carefuly craft his plot schemes so as not to offend the sensibilities of publishers. As a result, today's reader is left somewhat, but not entirely, confused about the precise feelings that characters develop for one another by the end of the book. Nevertheless, no publishing house would touch it, which ultimately required that Fuller go the self-publishing route.<br><br>Bertram Cope's Year was the first novel by an established American writer that dealt exclusively with the subject of homosexuality. Although it did not achieve the notariety it deserved at the time, it set the tone for the increasingly open discussion of gay themes in literary form. (Introduction by James K. White)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/bertram-copes-year-by-henry-blake-fuller/ |
novel perhaps daring affirmative lgbt literature first two decades 20th century america story bertram cope young college instructor twenty four years old certainly day twenty five pursued men women younger older himself writing novel fuller carefuly craft plot schemes offend sensibilities publishers result today s reader left somewhat entirely confused precise feelings characters develop one another end book nevertheless publishing house would touch it ultimately required fuller go self publishing route br br bertram cope s year first novel established american writer dealt exclusively subject homosexuality although achieve notariety deserved time set tone increasingly open discussion gay themes literary form introduction james k white p |
| 4932 |
4899 |
5402 |
Sunset in the Tropics |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of "Sunset in the Tropics." This is the Weekly Poetry for the week of August 10, 2014.<br><br>The author of this poem, James Weldon Johnson, served as U. S. Consul to Venezuela and Nicaragua, was an early leader in the NAACP and contributed to the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s. He had a broad appreciation for black artists, musicians and writers, and worked to heighten awareness of their creativity. (from Wikipedia)<br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/sunset-in-the-tropics-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings sunset tropics weekly poetry week august 10 2014 br br the author poem james weldon johnson served u s consul venezuela nicaragua early leader naacp contributed harlem renaissance 1920s broad appreciation black artists musicians writers worked heighten awareness creativity from wikipedia br br |
| 4933 |
4900 |
5403 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 014 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-014-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 4934 |
4901 |
5404 |
Rocks and Their Origins |
Grenville A. J. Cole |
*Non-fiction, Science |
<p>Do you know the difference between sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks? Are you interested in their geologic origin, chemical composition or how each type affects the landscape? Do you know the differences between limestone, granite and marble as building materials? You will find these and lots of other interesting facts about rocks in this second edition of "Rocks and Their Origins" published in 1922. The author, Grenville A. J. Cole, was an English geologist, Professor of Geology in the Royal College of Science for Ireland and an avid cyclist. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rocks-and-their-origins-by-grenville-a-j-cole/ |
p do know difference sedimentary igneous metamorphic rocks interested geologic origin chemical composition type affects landscape know differences limestone granite marble building materials find lots interesting facts rocks second edition rocks origins published 1922 author grenville a j cole english geologist professor geology royal college science ireland avid cyclist summary j m smallheer p |
| 4935 |
4902 |
5405 |
'Co. Aytch,' Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show |
Sam R. Watkins |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Samuel “Sam” Rush Watkins (June 26, 1839 – July 20, 1901) was a noted Confederate soldier during the American Civil War. He is known today for his memoir <i>Company Aytch: Or, a Side Show of the Big Show</i>, often heralded as one of the best primary sources about the common soldier's Civil War experience....Sam’s writing style is quite engaging and skillfully captures the pride, misery, glory, and horror experienced by the common foot soldier. Watkins is often featured and quoted in Ken Burns’ 1990 documentary titled <i>The Civil War</i>. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/co-aytch-by-sam-r-watkins/ |
samuel sam rush watkins june 26 1839 july 20 1901 noted confederate soldier american civil war known today memoir i company aytch or side show big show i often heralded one best primary sources common soldier s civil war experience sam s writing style quite engaging skillfully captures pride misery glory horror experienced common foot soldier watkins often featured quoted ken burns 1990 documentary titled i the civil war i introduction wikipedia p |
| 4936 |
4903 |
5406 |
Treatise on the Power and Primacy of the Pope |
Philipp Melanchthon |
Christianity - Other |
<i>The Treatise on the Power and Primacy of the Pope</i> (1537) (Latin, Tractatus de Potestate et Primatu Papae), <i>The Tractate</i> for short, is the seventh Lutheran credal document of the Book of Concord. Philip Melanchthon, its author, completed it on February 17, 1537 during the assembly of princes and theologians in Smalcald. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1537 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-on-the-power-and-primacy-of-the-pope-by-philip-melanchthon/ |
i the treatise power primacy pope i 1537 latin tractatus de potestate et primatu papae i the tractate i short seventh lutheran credal document book concord philip melanchthon author completed february 17 1537 assembly princes theologians smalcald introduction wikipedia p |
| 4937 |
4904 |
5407 |
Hunting Dogs |
Oliver Hartley |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
The title of this book quotes its object. To tell something of night hunting, and especially to suggest how the ever necessary dog can best be selected, trained, maintained and utilized, is the consideration of first importance. To round out the subject all forms of hunting will receive some notice, and the various breeds of dogs will be so far dealt with, that their value and usefulness in their given fields may be determined. Best of all, the contents of this volume are based on the opinions and declarations of men who have had years of experience in the matters on which they presume to write.(Extracted from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/hunting-dogs-by-oliver-hartley/ |
title book quotes object tell something night hunting especially suggest ever necessary dog best selected trained maintained utilized consideration first importance round subject forms hunting receive notice various breeds dogs far dealt with value usefulness given fields may determined best all contents volume based opinions declarations men years experience matters presume write extracted introduction p |
| 4938 |
4905 |
5408 |
Gwen Wynn - A Romance of the Wye |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
General Fiction, Romance |
Gwendoline Wynn, our heroine, is an orphan-heiress who lives on the river Wye. She will live with aunt until she comes of age and her money. Vivian Ryecroft, our hero and a captain in the Hussars, is on a leave of absence in Herefordshire, salmon fishing on the Wye. Gwen and Vivian have a chance, and brief, encounter on the Wye, and Vivian is enchanted. Will our hero and heroine find love? Will it last? [Summary by Ann Boulais]</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/gwen-wynn-a-romance-of-the-wye-by-mayne-reid/ |
gwendoline wynn heroine orphan heiress lives river wye live aunt comes age money vivian ryecroft hero captain hussars leave absence herefordshire salmon fishing wye gwen vivian chance brief encounter wye vivian enchanted hero heroine find love last summary ann boulais p |
| 4939 |
4906 |
5409 |
Prussian Officer |
D. H. Lawrence |
Short Stories |
The collection of short stories - of which The Prussian Officer is one - was Lawrence’s first such book. A German officer and his orderly are the focus of the piece and, while socially the superior of his orderly, the officer demonstrates his is the distinctly baser character. (Introduction by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-prussian-officer-and-other-stories-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
collection short stories prussian officer one lawrence s first book german officer orderly focus piece and socially superior orderly officer demonstrates distinctly baser character introduction cathy barratt p |
| 4940 |
4907 |
5410 |
Mary Marston |
George MacDonald |
Christian Fiction |
Written at the height of George MacDonald's literary career, the story centers around the life of a simple merchant's daughter. Mary Marston's unswerving commitment to love, God, and others is contrasted with a backdrop of an array of characters and a complex and sometimes mysterious plot. It is a story of a woman who loves a man, and teaches him to change. Not out of his love for her, but simply because it was the right thing to do. MacDonald allows the characters a range from delightful to devious. As such, they were intended to serve as models. His message is that all eventually must stand before God. (Summary text from Wikipedia)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Stav Nisser and Phil Chenevert.<br><br> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/mary-marston-by-george-macdonald/ |
written height george macdonald s literary career story centers around life simple merchant s daughter mary marston s unswerving commitment love god others contrasted backdrop array characters complex sometimes mysterious plot story woman loves man teaches change love her simply right thing do macdonald allows characters range delightful devious such intended serve models message eventually must stand god summary text wikipedia br br this project proof listened stav nisser phil chenevert br br |
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4908 |
5411 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 03: La Rallegrata |
Luigi Pirandello |
Anthologies |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. La terza raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1922. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)</p> |
Italian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-3-la-rallegrata-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 la terza raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1922 riassunto di filippo gioachin p |
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4909 |
5412 |
Treasury of David, Vol. 2 (Abridged) |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Commentary |
Charles Spurgeon was a British Particular Baptist preacher who remains highly influential among Christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the "Prince of Preachers". In his lifetime, Spurgeon preached to around 10,000,000 people, often up to 10 times each week at different places. He was the pastor of the congregation of the New Park Street Chapel (later the Metropolitan Tabernacle) in London for 38 years.<br><br>\n\nSpurgeon was a prolific author of many types of works. His accessible commentaries on the Psalms are a combination of meditation and teaching and are appropriate for anyone wanting to understand these familiar poems on a deeper level. In this second volume, LibriVox volunteers bring you reflections on Psalms 27 to Psalm 52. (Summary modified from Wikipedia by MaryAnn) </p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasury-of-david-vol-2-abridged-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
charles spurgeon british particular baptist preacher remains highly influential among christians different denominations among still known prince preachers lifetime spurgeon preached around 10 000 000 people often 10 times week different places pastor congregation new park street chapel later metropolitan tabernacle london 38 years br br spurgeon prolific author many types works accessible commentaries psalms combination meditation teaching appropriate anyone wanting understand familiar poems deeper level second volume librivox volunteers bring reflections psalms 27 psalm 52 summary modified wikipedia maryann p |
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4910 |
5413 |
Birthplace |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
Neither the name of Shakespeare nor that of Stratford appears directly in this short piece by James, and yet both are absolutely central to his plot. The story has to do with Mr. and Mrs. Gedge, tempted away from a dreary northern town library, which he runs, to become the wardens – caretakers and tour guides – of the house where the greatest writer of the English language was born, and in which he grew up.\nOr did he? There is, after all, a paucity of facts about His life (in James's text, that pronoun is always capitalized, as befits a deity) and only the slenderest of historical evidence about the existence of such a man. No matter; what is important is the myth of his life, and the myth needs to be cared for and fostered so that crowds upon crowds of tourists may come, and, with a proper reverence, worship at His Birthplace.\nAnd yet it is only myth, and the more he thinks of it, the unhappier poor honest Gedge becomes (to Mrs. Gedge, however, a job is a job, and too much speculation on reality might perhaps lead to dismissal). James himself was high skeptical about the Shakespeare question (who actually did write all those plays?) But that's not the point here. Rather the story has to do with the making of a shrine, the selling of its wares (commodification, to use a fancy word) and the priesthood needed to protect the myths necessary to its existence.<br><br>What should the skeptical Gedge do about it? What, if anything, will he do? (Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-birthplace-by-henry-james/ |
neither name shakespeare stratford appears directly short piece james yet absolutely central plot story mr mrs gedge tempted away dreary northern town library runs become wardens caretakers tour guides house greatest writer english language born grew up he is all paucity facts life in james s text pronoun always capitalized befits deity slenderest historical evidence existence man matter important myth life myth needs cared fostered crowds upon crowds tourists may come and proper reverence worship birthplace yet myth thinks it unhappier poor honest gedge becomes to mrs gedge however job job much speculation reality might perhaps lead dismissal james high skeptical shakespeare question who actually write plays that s point here rather story making shrine selling wares commodification use fancy word priesthood needed protect myths necessary existence br br what skeptical gedge it what anything do introduction nicholas clifford p |
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4911 |
5415 |
Desperate Remedies |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
Cytherea Graye is poor, but accepts a post as lady's maid to the eccentric Miss Aldclyffe, the woman whom her father had loved but had not been able to marry. Cytherea in turn loves a young architect, Edward Springrove; but will Miss Adclyffe's machinations, the knowledge that Edward is already engaged to a woman whom he does not love, and the urgent need to support her sick brother drive Cytherea to accept the hand of Aeneas Manston? Will true love triumph in the end or will she be forced to live a life of misery with a man she doesn't love? ( Michele Eaton ) </p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/desperate-remedies-by-thomas-hardy/ |
cytherea graye poor accepts post lady s maid eccentric miss aldclyffe woman father loved able marry cytherea turn loves young architect edward springrove miss adclyffe s machinations knowledge edward already engaged woman love urgent need support sick brother drive cytherea accept hand aeneas manston true love triumph end forced live life misery man love michele eaton p |
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4912 |
5416 |
Waste Land (version 3) |
T. S. Eliot |
Poetry |
The Waste Land is T. S. Eliot's Modernist masterpiece, first published in 1920. Rich in allusions to Shakespeare, Dante, Baudelaire, the Bible, Marvell, Buddha, and the folklore of the Holy Grail, among other sources, the poem emphasizes the fundamental fragmentation and lack of connection that characterizes modern life and relationships. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-waste-land-version-3-by-t-s-eliot/ |
waste land t s eliot s modernist masterpiece first published 1920 rich allusions shakespeare dante baudelaire bible marvell buddha folklore holy grail among sources poem emphasizes fundamental fragmentation lack connection characterizes modern life relationships summary elizabeth klett p |
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7655 |
8267 |
Blacky the Crow |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Blacky the Crow is a clever rascal who lives in the Green Forest and Meadow. He loves to play tricks on the other little people who are his neighbours, and is curious about Farmer Brown’s Boy. Blacky is always thinking about what is right and what is wrong, but he still gets into all kinds of mischief. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
2013 |
https://librivox.org/blacky-the-crow-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
blacky crow clever rascal lives green forest meadow loves play tricks little people neighbours curious farmer brown s boy blacky always thinking right wrong still gets kinds mischief summary jude somers p |
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4913 |
5417 |
Bible (KJV) 20: Proverbs |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The book of Proverbs is referred to as wisdom literature along with several others: the book of Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Solomon, and certain Psalms, known as wisdom psalms. Throughout Proverbs, wisdom (or the wise person) is compared and contrasted with foolishness (or the fool). 'Fool' in Proverbs indicates one who is lacking in morality and uninterested in correction, not one who is merely silly or playful. Wisdom is held up as something worth effort to attain and the reader is told that it starts with the person of God: "The fear of The Lord is the beginning of wisdom." <br/><br/>\n\nIn addition, throughout Proverbs, wisdoms are mostly come from father to son or mother to son structure. This wisdom literature is concerned with the realities of human experience, from the mundane to the sublime, and with the relationship between that experience and the divine. Not only that, we can also find many wisdoms of woman over and over, especially we find reference to Wisdom as a female figure who speaks to the young man and invites him into her house. When we talk about this Woman Wisdom, it speaks frequently in the first person and identifies herself not just as the divine companion, but also as the source of order in society and success in life. Over and over in the book of Proverbs, it addressed a warning to the young man to avoid sexual relationships with a foreign or strange woman. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/proverbs-king-james-version/ |
book proverbs referred wisdom literature along several others book job ecclesiastes song solomon certain psalms known wisdom psalms throughout proverbs wisdom or wise person compared contrasted foolishness or fool fool proverbs indicates one lacking morality uninterested correction one merely silly playful wisdom held something worth effort attain reader told starts person god the fear lord beginning wisdom br br addition throughout proverbs wisdoms mostly come father son mother son structure wisdom literature concerned realities human experience mundane sublime relationship experience divine that also find many wisdoms woman over especially find reference wisdom female figure speaks young man invites house talk woman wisdom speaks frequently first person identifies divine companion also source order society success life book proverbs addressed warning young man avoid sexual relationships foreign strange woman introduction wikipedia br br |
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4914 |
5418 |
Bible (KJV) 14: 2 Chronicles (Version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Probably written by the prophet Ezra, 2 Chronicles covers the period from the beginning of King Solomon's reign to the conclusion of the Babylonian exile. Like 1 Chronicles, it focuses on the correct way to worship God. (Introduction by Joy Chan)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-chronicles-king-james-version-2/ |
probably written prophet ezra 2 chronicles covers period beginning king solomon s reign conclusion babylonian exile like 1 chronicles focuses correct way worship god introduction joy chan p |
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4915 |
5419 |
Chancellorsville and Gettysburg |
Abner Doubleday |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Abner Doubleday began the Civil War as a Union officer and aimed the first cannon shot in response to the bombardment opened on Ft. Sumter in 1861. Two years later, after a series of battles (including Antietam, where he was wounded), Doubleday took over a division in the Army of the Potomac's 1st Corps.<br><br>These are his memoirs of service in two of the War's great campaigns. At Chancellorsville, a very promising start made by General Hooker against Lee's Confederate forces fell to a defeat when, in Doubleday's estimation, normal and prudent precautions against surprise in the heavily-wooded battlefield were not carried out; he also seemingly apologizes for Hooker's lack of leadership during the battle as a result of his having been stunned by a cannon ball hitting the post against which he was leaning.<br><br>After Chancellorsville, Hooker was replaced as Army Commander by General George Meade. Doubleday describes the curious circumstances that led the two opposing armies to meet at Gettysburg in Pennsylvania. When Doubleday's superior, General John Reynolds, was killed by a sharpshooter on the first day's battle, he took over the 1st Corps and fought it well against converging Confederate divisions that badly outnumbered him. The Corps was forced by battle losses to retire, but its desperate fight bought the time needed for Union reinforcements to pour into Gettysburg and thus prevent a defeat in detail.<br><br>General Howard of the XIth Corps replaced Doubleday as the senior commander on the field, and mistakenly wrote to Meade that 1st Corps had routed after practically no fighting. Thus, when Meade arrived, he removed Doubleday from command of 1st Corps, replacing him with a more junior general from another Corps. The snub would embitter Doubleday against Meade. This book is in part Doubleday's revenge, as he picks apart Meade's indecision after the battle was essentially won, with the repulse of the famous Pickett's Charge. In his view, Meade could have won the war at that moment. (Summary by Mark Smith)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/chancellorsville-and-gettysburg-by-abner-doubleday/ |
abner doubleday began civil war union officer aimed first cannon shot response bombardment opened ft sumter 1861 two years later series battles including antietam wounded doubleday took division army potomac s 1st corps br br these memoirs service two war s great campaigns chancellorsville promising start made general hooker lee s confederate forces fell defeat when doubleday s estimation normal prudent precautions surprise heavily wooded battlefield carried out also seemingly apologizes hooker s lack leadership battle result stunned cannon ball hitting post leaning br br after chancellorsville hooker replaced army commander general george meade doubleday describes curious circumstances led two opposing armies meet gettysburg pennsylvania doubleday s superior general john reynolds killed sharpshooter first day s battle took 1st corps fought well converging confederate divisions badly outnumbered him corps forced battle losses retire desperate fight bought time needed union reinforcements pour gettysburg thus prevent defeat detail br br general howard xith corps replaced doubleday senior commander field mistakenly wrote meade 1st corps routed practically fighting thus meade arrived removed doubleday command 1st corps replacing junior general another corps snub would embitter doubleday meade book part doubleday s revenge picks apart meade s indecision battle essentially won repulse famous pickett s charge view meade could war moment summary mark smith p |
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4916 |
5420 |
Come Rack! Come Rope! |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Come Rack! Come Rope! is a historical novel by the English priest and writer Robert Hugh Benson, a convert to Catholicism from Anglicanism. Set in Derbyshire at the time of the Elizabethan persecution of Catholics, when being or harboring a priest was considered treason and was punishable with death, it tells the story of two young lovers who give up their chance of happiness together, choosing instead to face imprisonment and martyrdom, so that "God's will" may be done. <br><br>The book was written nearly nine years after Benson's reception into the Catholic Church. The inspiration for the story comes from Dom Bede Camm's account of the recusant Fitzherbert family in Forgotten Shrines (1910), and from Benson's own visit in 1911 to Padley, home of the Fitzherberts, and scene of part of the novel, in order to preach at the annual pilgrimage there. The title of the book is taken from a letter of Saint Edmund Campion in which, after torture, he assured Catholics that he had revealed "no things of secret, nor would he, come rack, come rope." Most of the characters in the book are historical people; only the hero and heroine, their parents, and some minor characters are fictional. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/come-rack-come-rope-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
come rack come rope historical novel english priest writer robert hugh benson convert catholicism anglicanism set derbyshire time elizabethan persecution catholics harboring priest considered treason punishable death tells story two young lovers give chance happiness together choosing instead face imprisonment martyrdom god s will may done br br the book written nearly nine years benson s reception catholic church inspiration story comes dom bede camm s account recusant fitzherbert family forgotten shrines 1910 benson s visit 1911 padley home fitzherberts scene part novel order preach annual pilgrimage there title book taken letter saint edmund campion which torture assured catholics revealed no things secret would he come rack come rope characters book historical people hero heroine parents minor characters fictional summary adapted wikipedia p |
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4917 |
5421 |
Anna Christie |
Eugene O'Neill |
Drama |
Eugene O'Neill's drama Anna Christie was first produced on Broadway in 1921 and received the Pulitzer Prize in 1922. It focuses on three main characters: Chris Christopherson, a Swedish captain of a coal barge and longtime seaman, his daughter Anna, who has grown up separated from her father on a Minnesota farm, and Mat Burke, an Irish stoker who works on steamships. At the beginning of the play Chris and Anna are reunited after fifteen years apart. Anna comes to live on her father's coal barge, but hides the secret of her past from him. When she meets Mat after an accident in the fog, they almost immediately fall in love - but Anna finds that forging a new future will not be easy. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>"Johnny-the-priest": <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4741">Nullifidian</a><br>First Longshoreman/Voice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6312">jwg</a><br>Second Longshoreman/Johnson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Postman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>Larry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>Chris Christopherson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Marthy Owen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6426">Pat Redstone</a><br>Anna Christopherson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mat Burke: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4344">Tadhg Hynes</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/anna-christie-by-eugene-oneill/ |
eugene o neill s drama anna christie first produced broadway 1921 received pulitzer prize 1922 focuses three main characters chris christopherson swedish captain coal barge longtime seaman daughter anna grown separated father minnesota farm mat burke irish stoker works steamships beginning play chris anna reunited fifteen years apart anna comes live father s coal barge hides secret past him meets mat accident fog almost immediately fall love anna finds forging new future easy summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br johnny the priest a href http librivox org reader 4741 nullifidian a br first longshoreman voice a href http librivox org reader 6312 jwg a br second longshoreman johnson a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br postman a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br larry a href http librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br chris christopherson a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br marthy owen a href http librivox org reader 6426 pat redstone a br anna christopherson a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mat burke a href http librivox org reader 4344 tadhg hynes a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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4918 |
5422 |
Growing Old |
Matthew Arnold |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Growing Old by Matthew Arnold. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 17, 2011.<br><br>Matthew Arnold was a British poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the famed headmaster of Rugby School, and brother to both Tom Arnold, literary professor, and William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator. Matthew Arnold has been characterized as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues. (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/growing-old-by-matthew-arnold/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings growing old matthew arnold fortnightly poetry project april 17 2011 br br matthew arnold british poet cultural critic worked inspector schools son thomas arnold famed headmaster rugby school brother tom arnold literary professor william delafield arnold novelist colonial administrator matthew arnold characterized sage writer type writer chastises instructs reader contemporary social issues summary wikipedia p |
| 4953 |
4925 |
5429 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 022 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of nineteen short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, science, women's rights, pirates, vampires, philosophy, and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-022-by-various/ |
p a collection nineteen short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history politics science women s rights pirates vampires philosophy religion summary j m smallheer p |
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4926 |
5430 |
Violet: A Fairy Story |
Caroline Snowden Guild |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A charming fairytale -- with realistic touches -- from the mid-19th Century.(Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/violet-a-fairy-story-by-caroline-snowden-guild/ |
charming fairytale realistic touches mid 19th century summary bellonatimes p |
| 4955 |
4919 |
5423 |
You Bid Me Try |
Henry Austin Dobson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of "You Bid Me Try" by Austin Dobson . This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 24, 2011.<br><br>Henry Austin Dobson , commonly Austin Dobson, was an English poet and essayist. His official career was uneventful, but as a poet and biographer he was distinguished. Those who study his work are struck by its maturity. It was about 1864 that he turned his attention to writing original prose and verse, and some of his earliest work was his best. It was not until 1868 that the appearance of St Paul's, a magazine edited by Anthony Trollope, gave Harry Dobson an opportunity and an audience; and during the next six years he contributed some of his favourite poems, including "Tu Quoque," "A Gentleman of the Old School," "A Dialogue from Plato," and "Une Marquise." Many of his poems in their original form were illustrated—some, indeed, were written to support illustrations. (summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/you-bid-me-try-by-austin-dobson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings you bid try austin dobson weekly poetry project april 24 2011 br br henry austin dobson commonly austin dobson english poet essayist official career uneventful poet biographer distinguished study work struck maturity 1864 turned attention writing original prose verse earliest work best 1868 appearance st paul s magazine edited anthony trollope gave harry dobson opportunity audience next six years contributed favourite poems including tu quoque a gentleman old school a dialogue plato une marquise many poems original form illustrated some indeed written support illustrations summary wikipedia p |
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4920 |
5424 |
Andes and The Amazon |
James Orton |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
This book, with the subtitle "Across the Continent of South America" describes the scientific expedion of 1867 to the equatorial Andes and the Amazon. The route was from Guayaquil to Quito, over the Cordillera, through the forest to Napo, and, finally, on the Rio Napo to Pebas on the Maranon. <br><br> \nBesides this record, the expedition - under the auspices of the Smithsonian Institute - collected samples of rocks and plants, and numerous specimen of animals. The scientists also compiled a vocabulary of local languages and produced a new map of equatorial America. <br><br>James Orton (1830 - 1877) was Professor in Natural History in Vassar College, and corresponding member of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. (Summary by Availle, from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-andes-and-the-amazon-by-james-orton/ |
book subtitle across continent south america describes scientific expedion 1867 equatorial andes amazon route guayaquil quito cordillera forest napo and finally rio napo pebas maranon br br besides record expedition auspices smithsonian institute collected samples rocks plants numerous specimen animals scientists also compiled vocabulary local languages produced new map equatorial america br br james orton 1830 1877 professor natural history vassar college corresponding member academy natural sciences philadelphia summary availle preface p |
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4921 |
5425 |
Gerona |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />"Gerona" es la séptima novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Continúa con el relato novelado de la Guerra de Independencia entre España y Francia. En esta ocasión, se narra el asedio de las tropas francesas a la ciudad de Gerona a lo largo de la segunda mitad del año 1809. El protagonismo no recae sobre Gabriel de Araceli (protagonista del resto de novelas de la primera serie), sino que es Andrés Marijuán, un personaje secundario de anteriores entregas, quien relata a Gabriel, a través de unas memorias escritas durante el sitio, en primera persona, sus vivencias durante el sitio de Gerona. Sólo un año después de la victoria de 1808, el contraataque implacable de los napoleónicos ha provocado el desastre en un ejército español mal pertrechado y peor organizado. Una a una, diferentes plazas han ido cayendo: Zaragoza, Ocaña, Talavera de la Reina... La resistencia española, replegada en Andalucía, se desangra por la falta de medios y las luchas intestinas entre la Junta Central y las resucitadas Cortes de Castilla. En ese ambiente de desesperanza, Gabriel, incorporado al ejército del Centro, llega al Puerto de Santa María. Allí se reencuentra con Andresillo Marijuán, a quien conocimos en Bailén (cuarto episodio de la primera serie), que le relata en primera persona el sitio de Gerona, donde ha servido a las órdenes de Álvarez de Castro. Andrés toma bajo su tutela a la familia de un herrero recientemente fallecido, compuesta por cuatro hermanos: Siseta, a quién promete hacer su mujer al término de la guerra, Manolet, Gasparó y Badoret. Son vecinos del doctor Nomdedeu, un buen hombre cuya hija, Josefina, agoniza por una extraña enfermedad nerviosa. Pronto comienza el asedio de las tropas francesas... (Resumen de Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
br gerona es la séptima novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós continúa con el relato novelado de la guerra de independencia entre españa francia en esta ocasión se narra el asedio de las tropas francesas la ciudad de gerona lo largo de la segunda mitad del año 1809 el protagonismo recae sobre gabriel de araceli protagonista del resto de novelas de la primera serie sino que es andrés marijuán un personaje secundario de anteriores entregas quien relata gabriel través de unas memorias escritas durante el sitio en primera persona sus vivencias durante el sitio de gerona sólo un año después de la victoria de 1808 el contraataque implacable de los napoleónicos ha provocado el desastre en un ejército español mal pertrechado peor organizado una una diferentes plazas han ido cayendo zaragoza ocaña talavera de la reina la resistencia española replegada en andalucía se desangra por la falta de medios las luchas intestinas entre la junta central las resucitadas cortes de castilla en ese ambiente de desesperanza gabriel incorporado al ejército del centro llega al puerto de santa maría allí se reencuentra con andresillo marijuán quien conocimos en bailén cuarto episodio de la primera serie que le relata en primera persona el sitio de gerona donde ha servido las órdenes de álvarez de castro andrés toma bajo su tutela la familia de un herrero recientemente fallecido compuesta por cuatro hermanos siseta quién promete hacer su mujer al término de la guerra manolet gasparó badoret son vecinos del doctor nomdedeu un buen hombre cuya hija josefina agoniza por una extraña enfermedad nerviosa pronto comienza el asedio de las tropas francesas resumen de wikipedia br br la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br br |
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4922 |
5426 |
Kleine Katechismus |
Martin Luther |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Der Kleine Katechismus ist eine kurze Schrift, die Martin Luther 1529 verfasst hat. Er hat in den lutherischen Kirchen Bekenntnis- und Lehrcharakter; behutsam an die heutige Sprache angepasst gilt er nach wie vor. Luther hat den kleinen Katechismus geschrieben, da er auf seinen Visitationsreisen erkennen musste, dass das Kirchenvolk den christlichen Glauben und die reformatorischen Einsichten nur lückenhaft kannte. Sein Ziel war es, den Pfarrherrn eine Hilfe zum Unterricht zu geben. Später ergab sich, dass auch die Hausväter ihre Familienangehörigen (hierzu gehörte damals auch das Gesinde) anhand des Kl. Katechismus im christlichen Glauben unterweisen konnten.<br><br>\nDie hier gelesene Fassung ist eine Bearbeitung der Originalausgaben von K. F. Th. Schneider aus dem Jahr 1853; die Abschnitte haben folgende Überschriften:<br><br>\n1. Die Zehen gebot, wie sie ein hausvater seinem gesinde einfeltiglich furhalten sol.<br>\n2. Der Glaube, wie ein Hausvater den selbigen seinem gesinde auffs einfeltigest furhalten sol.<br>\n3. Das Vater unser, wie ein Hausvater das selbige seinem gesinde auffs einfeltigest furhalten sol.<br>\n4. Das Sacrament der heiligen Tauffe, wie dasselbige ein Hausvater seinem Gesinde sol einfeltiglich furhalten.<br>\n5. Wie man die Einfeltigen sol leren Beichten.<br>\n6. Das Sacrament des Altars, wie ein Hausvater das selbige seinem gesinde einfeltiglich furhalten sol.<br>\n7. Wie ein Hausvater sein gesinde sol leren Morgens und Abends sich segenen; Wie ein Hausvater sein gesinde sol leren das Benedicite und Gratias sprechen.<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/der-kleine-katechismus-by-martin-luther/ |
der kleine katechismus ist eine kurze schrift die martin luther 1529 verfasst hat er hat den lutherischen kirchen bekenntnis und lehrcharakter behutsam die heutige sprache angepasst gilt er nach wie vor luther hat den kleinen katechismus geschrieben da er auf seinen visitationsreisen erkennen musste dass das kirchenvolk den christlichen glauben und die reformatorischen einsichten nur lückenhaft kannte sein ziel war es den pfarrherrn eine hilfe zum unterricht zu geben später ergab sich dass auch die hausväter ihre familienangehörigen hierzu gehörte damals auch das gesinde anhand des kl katechismus im christlichen glauben unterweisen konnten br br die hier gelesene fassung ist eine bearbeitung der originalausgaben von k f th schneider aus dem jahr 1853 die abschnitte haben folgende überschriften br br 1 die zehen gebot wie sie ein hausvater seinem gesinde einfeltiglich furhalten sol br 2 der glaube wie ein hausvater den selbigen seinem gesinde auffs einfeltigest furhalten sol br 3 das vater unser wie ein hausvater das selbige seinem gesinde auffs einfeltigest furhalten sol br 4 das sacrament der heiligen tauffe wie dasselbige ein hausvater seinem gesinde sol einfeltiglich furhalten br 5 wie man die einfeltigen sol leren beichten br 6 das sacrament des altars wie ein hausvater das selbige seinem gesinde einfeltiglich furhalten sol br 7 wie ein hausvater sein gesinde sol leren morgens und abends sich segenen wie ein hausvater sein gesinde sol leren das benedicite und gratias sprechen br zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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4923 |
5427 |
Ramayan, Book 2 |
Valmiki |
Epics, Other religions |
The Ramayan(a) is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It is the story of Rama, who emabrks on an epic journey followed by the fight with Ravana, the demon king who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The epic depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. (Introduction by Om123)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayana-book-2-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan a ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata story rama emabrks epic journey followed fight ravana demon king abducted rama s wife sita epic depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king introduction om123 p |
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4924 |
5428 |
Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of well known fairy tales by various authors, including the Brothers Grimm, Charles Perrault and many others. (Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
collection well known fairy tales various authors including brothers grimm charles perrault many others summary elli p |
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4928 |
5433 |
John Marchmont's Legacy |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Romance |
Like Wuthering Heights, the center of this story is a dramatic love triangle, the setting is a huge English manor. Olivia Marchmont has always "done her duty." However, when she falls in love and her beloved is in love with another woman, the malice of her heart is released in full view. In this dramatic tale, the vivid description of the country is also important- as if nature has a part in it. Unlike many novels, nobody gets what they deserve at the end. Or do they? Read and decide for yourself. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/john-marchmonts-legacy-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
like wuthering heights center story dramatic love triangle setting huge english manor olivia marchmont always done duty however falls love beloved love another woman malice heart released full view dramatic tale vivid description country also important nature part it unlike many novels nobody gets deserve end they read decide yourself summary stav nisser p |
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4929 |
5434 |
Psychopathology of Everyday Life |
Sigmund Freud |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Science |
Professor Freud developed his system of psychoanalysis while studying the so-called borderline cases of mental diseases, such as hysteria and compulsion neurosis. By discarding the old methods of treatment and strictly applying himself to a study of the patient's life he discovered that the hitherto puzzling symptoms had a definite meaning, and that there was nothing arbitrary in any morbid manifestation. Psychoanalysis always showed that they referred to some definite problem or conflict of the person concerned. It was while tracing back the abnormal to the normal state that Professor Freud found how faint the line of demarcation was between the normal and neurotic person, and that the psychopathologic mechanisms so glaringly observed in the psychoneuroses and psychoses could usually be demonstrated in a lesser degree in normal persons. <br><br>\n\nThis led to a study of the faulty actions of everyday life and later to the publication of the Psychopathology of Everyday Life, a book which passed through four editions in Germany and is considered the author's most popular work. With great ingenuity and penetration the author throws much light on the complex problems of human behavior, and clearly demonstrates that the hitherto considered impassable gap between normal and abnormal mental states is more apparent than real.<br><br>\n\nThis translation is made of the fourth German edition, and while the original text was strictly followed, linguistic difficulties often made it necessary to modify or substitute some of the author's cases by examples comprehensible to the English-speaking reader. (Introduction to the translation by A. A. Brill)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/psychopathology-of-everyday-life-by-sigmund-freud/ |
professor freud developed system psychoanalysis studying so called borderline cases mental diseases hysteria compulsion neurosis discarding old methods treatment strictly applying study patient s life discovered hitherto puzzling symptoms definite meaning nothing arbitrary morbid manifestation psychoanalysis always showed referred definite problem conflict person concerned tracing back abnormal normal state professor freud found faint line demarcation normal neurotic person psychopathologic mechanisms glaringly observed psychoneuroses psychoses could usually demonstrated lesser degree normal persons br br led study faulty actions everyday life later publication psychopathology everyday life book passed four editions germany considered author s popular work great ingenuity penetration author throws much light complex problems human behavior clearly demonstrates hitherto considered impassable gap normal abnormal mental states apparent real br br translation made fourth german edition original text strictly followed linguistic difficulties often made necessary modify substitute author s cases examples comprehensible english speaking reader introduction translation a a brill p |
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4930 |
5435 |
Instituciones Oratorias VIII |
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus |
Education, Performing Arts |
Recapitulación de todo lo dicho sobre la invención y disposición. La elocución es la más hermosa parte de la retórica y la más difícil. Debe cuidarse más de los pensamientos que de las palabras. La elocución se considera en las palabras, ya separadas, ya juntas. Debe cuidarse de que las palabras sean castizas, claras, adornadas y acomodadas al asunto. Las palabras unidas entre sí deben ser correctas, bien colocadas y acompañadas de figuras. Algunos preceptos para hablar con pureza y elegancia. La claridad nace de la propiedad de las palabras. De dónde nace la obscuridad y modo de evitarla. El adorno debe ser varonil, no afeminado, debe variarse según la materia. El ornato. Elección de las palabras sinónimas. Vicios contrarios al adorno. Para el ornato contribuye principalmente la energía o hipotiposis, las semejanzas, la braquilogía o concisión, la énfasis y la sencillez o afeleía. La fuerza del orador consiste en amplificar y ponderar o en disminuir. El primer modo de amplificar es por el nombre de la cosa. Los principales géneros de amplificación son cuatro: por aumento, por comparación, por raciocinación, por amontonamiento. Otras maneras de disminuir o rebajar. Cuántas maneras hay de sentencias. La sentencia en común o gnome se divide en entimema y epifonema. Qué es noema o cláusula. Reprobación de quienes siempre hablan por sentencias y de quienes las evitan. Especies de tropos: unos sirven para la significación (metáfora, sinécdoque, metonimia, antonomasia, onomatopeya y catacresis) otros para adorno (epíteto, alegoría, enigma, ironía, perífrasis, hipérbaton e hipérbole). (Resumen por Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1799 |
https://librivox.org/instituciones-oratorias-viii-by-marcus-fabius-quintilianus/ |
recapitulación de todo lo dicho sobre la invención disposición la elocución es la más hermosa parte de la retórica la más difícil debe cuidarse más de los pensamientos que de las palabras la elocución se considera en las palabras ya separadas ya juntas debe cuidarse de que las palabras sean castizas claras adornadas acomodadas al asunto las palabras unidas entre sí deben ser correctas bien colocadas acompañadas de figuras algunos preceptos para hablar con pureza elegancia la claridad nace de la propiedad de las palabras de dónde nace la obscuridad modo de evitarla el adorno debe ser varonil afeminado debe variarse según la materia el ornato elección de las palabras sinónimas vicios contrarios al adorno para el ornato contribuye principalmente la energía hipotiposis las semejanzas la braquilogía concisión la énfasis la sencillez afeleía la fuerza del orador consiste en amplificar ponderar en disminuir el primer modo de amplificar es por el nombre de la cosa los principales géneros de amplificación son cuatro por aumento por comparación por raciocinación por amontonamiento otras maneras de disminuir rebajar cuántas maneras hay de sentencias la sentencia en común gnome se divide en entimema epifonema qué es noema cláusula reprobación de quienes siempre hablan por sentencias de quienes las evitan especies de tropos unos sirven para la significación metáfora sinécdoque metonimia antonomasia onomatopeya catacresis otros para adorno epíteto alegoría enigma ironía perífrasis hipérbaton e hipérbole resumen por tux p |
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4931 |
5436 |
Democracy - An American Novel |
Henry Brooks Adams |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Not until after his death in 1918 was it revealed that Henry Adams was the anonymous author of Democracy, which had been published to great acclaim in 1880. Though the book avoids dates and the characters are fictitious, the setting is no doubt that of Washington in the 1870s, the age of Presidents Grant and Hayes. The young widow, Madeleine Lee, wealthy and independent, is the protagonist, who leaves her New York for Washington to turn her intelligence to politics and to see what makes her country tick. There she meets (among others) Senator Silas P. Ratcliffe of Illinois, one of the most powerful and influential (if somewhat uncultured) men of the capital, who is considering a run for the presidency, and who needs a wife to act as First Lady, a position that (he thinks) Mrs. Lee would admirably fill.</p>\nThrough the book Adams plays with the themes of political necessity, compromise, corruption -- particularly the kind of corporate domination of national politics that he saw becoming all too powerful. Should honest and intelligent men keep their integrity by avoiding politics? Or would that simply mean turning over the governance of the country to power-hungry, scheming, and none too honest hacks? For all the witty conversations in his novel, this was a theme that plagued Adams (a presidential grandson) in life as well as literature, and it is a theme that has by no means disappeared today.\n(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p>\n |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/democracy-an-american-novel-by-henry-adams/ |
death 1918 revealed henry adams anonymous author democracy published great acclaim 1880 though book avoids dates characters fictitious setting doubt washington 1870s age presidents grant hayes young widow madeleine lee wealthy independent protagonist leaves new york washington turn intelligence politics see makes country tick meets among others senator silas p ratcliffe illinois one powerful influential if somewhat uncultured men capital considering run presidency needs wife act first lady position he thinks mrs lee would admirably fill p book adams plays themes political necessity compromise corruption particularly kind corporate domination national politics saw becoming powerful honest intelligent men keep integrity avoiding politics would simply mean turning governance country power hungry scheming none honest hacks witty conversations novel theme plagued adams a presidential grandson life well literature theme means disappeared today introduction nicholas clifford p |
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4932 |
5437 |
Mr H |
Charles Lamb |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
Mr H is a farce that was first performed at Drury Lane in 1806. The plot is slender and revolves around a single rather feeble joke, but the characters are skilfully drawn and the sharp observations of contemporary fashion do much to divert the listener from the weakness of the central theme. More a comedy of manners rather than a true farce, this short play is best enjoyed as a gentle romp through the eccentricities of the Regency period. (Summary by Algy Pug)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nMr H: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br />\nLandlord Pry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nBelvil: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6311">NCarrington</a><br />\nMelesinda: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nFirst Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br />\nSecond Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br />\nThird Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nFourth Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nFifth Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br />\nFirst Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br />\nSecond Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br />\nFirst Footman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6094">Brian Morgan</a><br />\nSecond Footman/Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nFirst Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br />\nSecond Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6300">Sarah Crampton</a><br />\nThird Lady/Old Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2026">Mil Nicholson</a><br />\nFourth Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br />\nFifth Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br />\nSixth Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nSusan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6534">Goldfish</a><br />\nMaid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Phil Chenevert<br /> |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/mr-h-by-charles-lamb/ |
mr h farce first performed drury lane 1806 plot slender revolves around single rather feeble joke characters skilfully drawn sharp observations contemporary fashion much divert listener weakness central theme comedy manners rather true farce short play best enjoyed gentle romp eccentricities regency period summary algy pug br br strong cast strong br mr h a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br landlord pry a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br belvil a href http librivox org reader 6311 ncarrington a br melesinda a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br first waiter a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br second waiter a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br third waiter a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br fourth waiter a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br fifth waiter a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br second gentleman a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br first footman a href http librivox org reader 6094 brian morgan a br second footman gentleman a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br first lady a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br second lady a href http librivox org reader 6300 sarah crampton a br third lady old lady a href http librivox org reader 2026 mil nicholson a br fourth lady a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br fifth lady a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br sixth lady a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br susan a href http librivox org reader 6534 goldfish a br maid a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br strong audio editing strong phil chenevert br |
| 4966 |
4933 |
5438 |
Goldsmith's Friend Abroad Again |
Mark Twain |
Epistolary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Satire |
This satire on the U.S.A.'s myth of being the "Home of the Oppressed, where all men are free and equal", is unrelenting in its pursuit of justice through exposure. It draws a scathingly shameful portrait of how Chinese immigrants were treated in 19th century San Francisco. (Introduction by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/goldsmiths-friend-abroad-again-by-mark-twain/ |
satire u s a s myth home oppressed men free equal unrelenting pursuit justice exposure draws scathingly shameful portrait chinese immigrants treated 19th century san francisco introduction john greenman p |
| 4967 |
4934 |
5439 |
Elsie's Girlhood |
Martha Finley |
Religion |
In the third book of Martha Finley's much-loved Elsie Dinsmore series, Elsie's life is traced from the tender age of 12 or 13 to the mature age of 21. Her life is not all sunshine and roses, but she is secure in the love of the Lord and her family. (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-girlhood-by-martha-finley/ |
third book martha finley s much loved elsie dinsmore series elsie s life traced tender age 12 13 mature age 21 life sunshine roses secure love lord family summary gabriellec p |
| 4968 |
12424 |
13134 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - August |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of August. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-august-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month august summary carolin |
| 4969 |
4935 |
5440 |
Black Star |
Johnston McCulley |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Black Star was a master criminal who took great care to never be identifiable, always wore a mask so nobody knew what he looked like, rarely spoke to keep his voice from being recognized, and the only mark left at the scenes of the crimes which he and his gang committed were small black stars which were tacked as a sign of their presence, and an occasional sarcastic note to signify his presence and responsibility. Even those who worked for him knew nothing of him, all of which were making his crimes virtually unsolvable. The police were at a complete loss as to his identity and at a method of stopping his criminal activities. He seemed to have the perfect strategic setup and all advantages were in his favor. He even somehow knew where the wealthy kept their jewels and money, and knew when they would remove valuable items from their safes and deposit boxes. Thus Roger Verbeck decided to take on the case of the Black Star using his own methodology. The Black Star will keep you guessing from beginning to end, just as he kept the police and Verbeck guessing.<br><br>Johnston McCulley was a prolific writer in the pulp fiction vein, and his Zorro series would become immensely popular. However, prior to Zorro, the Black Star was among his first repeating characters which kept readers of the day in continual suspense until his next appearance. McCulley also wrote mysteries and detective stories using various pseudonyms, including Harrison Strong. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-star-by-johnston-mcculley/ |
black star master criminal took great care never identifiable always wore mask nobody knew looked like rarely spoke keep voice recognized mark left scenes crimes gang committed small black stars tacked sign presence occasional sarcastic note signify presence responsibility even worked knew nothing him making crimes virtually unsolvable police complete loss identity method stopping criminal activities seemed perfect strategic setup advantages favor even somehow knew wealthy kept jewels money knew would remove valuable items safes deposit boxes thus roger verbeck decided take case black star using methodology black star keep guessing beginning end kept police verbeck guessing br br johnston mcculley prolific writer pulp fiction vein zorro series would become immensely popular however prior zorro black star among first repeating characters kept readers day continual suspense next appearance mcculley also wrote mysteries detective stories using various pseudonyms including harrison strong introduction roger melin p |
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4936 |
5441 |
Mysterious Key and What It Opened |
Louisa May Alcott |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
In this delightful short story, we discover the secrets of the Trevlyn family. 'The Mysterious Key and What it Opened' is a mystery entwined with romance (Introduction by ashleighjane)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-key-and-what-it-opened-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
delightful short story discover secrets trevlyn family the mysterious key opened mystery entwined romance introduction ashleighjane p |
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4937 |
5442 |
Epitome of the Formula of Concord |
Jakob Andreae |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Formula of Concord (1577) is an authoritative Lutheran statement of faith (called a confession, creed, or "symbol") that, in its two parts (Epitome and Solid Declaration), makes up the final section of the Lutheran Corpus Doctrinae or Body of Doctrine, known as the Book of Concord. The Epitome is a brief and concise presentation of the Formula's twelve articles. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/epitome-of-the-formula-of-concord-by-jakob-andreae/ |
formula concord 1577 authoritative lutheran statement faith called confession creed symbol that two parts epitome solid declaration makes final section lutheran corpus doctrinae body doctrine known book concord epitome brief concise presentation formula s twelve articles introduction wikipedia p |
| 4972 |
4938 |
5443 |
Drie Musketiers |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
De avonturen van een jonge man d'Artagnan, die nadat hij huis en haard verlaten heeft zich aansluit bij de garde van de koning: de Musketiers. Hij raakt bevriend met het driemanschap Athos, Porthos en Aramis, onafscheidelijke vrienden die leven onder het motto: 'Eén voor allen, allen voor één'.</p> |
Dutch |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/de-drie-musketiers-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
de avonturen van een jonge man d artagnan die nadat hij huis en haard verlaten heeft zich aansluit bij de garde van de koning de musketiers hij raakt bevriend met het driemanschap athos porthos en aramis onafscheidelijke vrienden die leven onder het motto eén voor allen allen voor één p |
| 4973 |
4939 |
5444 |
Black Moth (version 2) |
Georgette Heyer |
Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Jack Carstares, oldest son of the Earl Wyncham, has been disgraced by his brother. Gone for six years, living the life a highwayman he meets the woman he will fall in love with. Saving her from being kidnapped by a dastardly blackguard he is injured and must stay with her family until he is able to return to his life...will she discovery his true identity? Will he be able to leave her when the time comes? Mystery and humor follow this intriguing cast of characters until the very end. (Summary by Terra Mendoza)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-moth-version-2-by-georgette-heyer/ |
jack carstares oldest son earl wyncham disgraced brother gone six years living life highwayman meets woman fall love with saving kidnapped dastardly blackguard injured must stay family able return life will discovery true identity able leave time comes mystery humor follow intriguing cast characters end summary terra mendoza p |
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4940 |
5445 |
Financier |
Theodore Dreiser |
Published 1900 onward |
In Philadelphia, Frank Cowperwood, whose father is a banker, makes his first money by buying cheap soaps on the market and selling it back with profit to a grocer. Later, he gets a job in Henry Waterman & Company, and leaves it for Tighe & Company. He also marries an affluent widow, in spite of his young age. Over the years, he starts embezzling municipal funds. In 1871, the Great Chicago Fire redounds to a stock market crash, prompting him to be bankrupt and exposed. Although he attempts to browbeat his way out of being sentenced to jail by intimidating Mr Stener, politicians from the Republican Party use their influence to use him as a scapegoat for their own corrupt practices. Meanwhile, he has an affair with Aileen Butler, a young girl, subsequent to losing faith in his wife. She vows to wait for him after his jail sentence. Her father, Mr Butler dies; she grows apart from her family. Frank divorces his wife. Sometime after being released, he invests in stocks subsequent to the Panic of 1873, and becomes a millionaire again. He decides to move out of Philadelphia and start a new life in the West. (Introduction by wikipedia) This is Book 1 of Trilogy of Desire.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-financier-by-theodore-dreiser/ |
philadelphia frank cowperwood whose father banker makes first money buying cheap soaps market selling back profit grocer later gets job henry waterman company leaves tighe company also marries affluent widow spite young age years starts embezzling municipal funds 1871 great chicago fire redounds stock market crash prompting bankrupt exposed although attempts browbeat way sentenced jail intimidating mr stener politicians republican party use influence use scapegoat corrupt practices meanwhile affair aileen butler young girl subsequent losing faith wife vows wait jail sentence father mr butler dies grows apart family frank divorces wife sometime released invests stocks subsequent panic 1873 becomes millionaire again decides move philadelphia start new life west introduction wikipedia book 1 trilogy desire p |
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4941 |
5447 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 16) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 3 chapter 16 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-3-chapter-16-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 3 chapter 16 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
| 4976 |
4942 |
5448 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 049 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 049: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br><br />'How the Hodja Saved Allah' by Cyrus Adler and Allan Ramsay</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-049-by-various/ |
librivox s short story collection 049 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br how hodja saved allah cyrus adler allan ramsay p |
| 4977 |
12434 |
13144 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - October |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of October. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-october-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month october summary carolin |
| 4978 |
4944 |
5450 |
Deer Godchild |
Marguerite Bernard |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
A young New-Yorker of twelve heard an appeal for the Fatherless Children of France and his heart was touched. He had no money, but he resolved to give his spare time and his utmost energy to support a "kid in France." The French child needed ten cents worth of extra food each day, in order to grow up with strength and courage. The little American godfather earned those ten cents; he sold newspapers at the subway entrance, after school hours, and undertook an amazing variety of more or less lucrative odd jobs. Sometimes business was slow, and it was hard to keep up the game; but he did. While the men around him were enlisting, this young New-Yorker did his part for the war effort by "making good" for his deer godchild with a broad and brotherly grin. He was James P. Jackson Jr. and these are his letters to and from Andrée Leblanc. At the time these letters were written in 1917, Andrée lived with her mother in Paris. Her brother was a soldier for France and her father had been killed earlier in the war. (Introduction from the book, by Edith Serrell, edited by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/deer-godchild-by-marguerite-bernard-and-edith-serrell/ |
young new yorker twelve heard appeal fatherless children france heart touched money resolved give spare time utmost energy support kid france french child needed ten cents worth extra food day order grow strength courage little american godfather earned ten cents sold newspapers subway entrance school hours undertook amazing variety less lucrative odd jobs sometimes business slow hard keep game did men around enlisting young new yorker part war effort making good deer godchild broad brotherly grin james p jackson jr letters andrée leblanc time letters written 1917 andrée lived mother paris brother soldier france father killed earlier war introduction book edith serrell edited maryann p |
| 4979 |
4945 |
5451 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 18 - The 'Adventurers of England' on Hudson Bay |
Agnes C. Laut |
Early Modern |
The fur hunters were explorers who had blazed a trail across a continent and penetrated to the uttermost reaches of a northern empire the size of Europe. But it was fur these explorers were seeking when they pushed their canoes up the Saskatchewan, crossed the Rocky Mountains, went down the Columbia. Fur, not glory, was the quest when the dog bells went ringing over the wintry wastes from Saskatchewan to Athabaska, across the Barren Lands, and north to the Arctic. Beaver, not empire, was the object in view when the horse brigades of one hundred and two hundred and three hundred hunters, led by Ogden, or Ross, or M'Kay or Ermatinger went winding south over the mountains from New Caledonia through the country that now comprises the states of Washington and Oregon and Idaho, across the deserts of Utah and Nevada, to the Spanish forts at San Francisco and Monterey. It is a question whether La Salle could have found his way to the Mississippi, or Radisson to the North Sea, or Mackenzie to the Pacific, if the little beaver had not inspired the search and paid the toll.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventurers-of-england-on-hudson-bay-by-agnes-c-laut/ |
fur hunters explorers blazed trail across continent penetrated uttermost reaches northern empire size europe fur explorers seeking pushed canoes saskatchewan crossed rocky mountains went columbia fur glory quest dog bells went ringing wintry wastes saskatchewan athabaska across barren lands north arctic beaver empire object view horse brigades one hundred two hundred three hundred hunters led ogden ross m kay ermatinger went winding south mountains new caledonia country comprises states washington oregon idaho across deserts utah nevada spanish forts san francisco monterey question whether la salle could found way mississippi radisson north sea mackenzie pacific little beaver inspired search paid toll p |
| 4980 |
4946 |
5452 |
Two Paths |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture |
"The Two Paths" is a collection of five lectures delivered in 1858 and 1859 by John Ruskin on art and architecture. This is how the author himself presents the book: "The following addresses, though spoken at different times, are intentionally connected in subject; their aim being to set one or two main principles of art in simple light before the general student, and to indicate their practical bearing on modern design. The law which it has been my effort chiefly to illustrate is the dependence of all noble design, in any kind, on the sculpture or painting of Organic Form." The most famous of these, the fifth lecture, is commonly known simply as "The Work of Iron" (Summary by Leni)<br/><br/>Proof-Listeners: mim@can & Mary Schneider</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-paths-by-john-ruskin/ |
the two paths collection five lectures delivered 1858 1859 john ruskin art architecture author presents book the following addresses though spoken different times intentionally connected subject aim set one two main principles art simple light general student indicate practical bearing modern design law effort chiefly illustrate dependence noble design kind sculpture painting organic form famous these fifth lecture commonly known simply the work iron summary leni br br proof listeners mim can mary schneider p |
| 4981 |
4947 |
5453 |
Problem in Modern Ethics |
John Addington Symonds |
Political Science, Psychology, Life Sciences |
“Society lies under the spell of ancient terrorism and coagulated errors. Science is either wilfully hypocritical or radically misinformed.”<br/><br/>\n\nJohn Addington Symonds struck many an heroic note in this courageous (albeit anonymously circulated) essay. He is a worthy Virgil guiding the reader through the Inferno of suffering which emerging medico-legal definitions of the sexually deviant were prepared to inflict on his century and on the one which followed. Symonds pleads for sane human values in a world of Urnings, Dionings, Urano-Dionings and Uraniasters - in short, the whole paraphernalia of Victorian taxonomies and undigested Darwinism which, superimposed on the “terrorism” of religion, labelled and to some extent created the specimen “homosexual.”<br/><br/>\n\nA discussion of the “manly love” poems of Walt Whitman leads the author to speculate on a better future for the criminalised mutual passions of men; yet he is obliged to defer the dream, for “the world cannot be invited to entertain it.” (Introduction by Martin Geeson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-problem-in-modern-ethics-by-john-addington-symonds/ |
society lies spell ancient terrorism coagulated errors science either wilfully hypocritical radically misinformed br br john addington symonds struck many heroic note courageous albeit anonymously circulated essay worthy virgil guiding reader inferno suffering emerging medico legal definitions sexually deviant prepared inflict century one followed symonds pleads sane human values world urnings dionings urano dionings uraniasters short whole paraphernalia victorian taxonomies undigested darwinism which superimposed terrorism religion labelled extent created specimen homosexual br br discussion manly love poems walt whitman leads author speculate better future criminalised mutual passions men yet obliged defer dream the world cannot invited entertain it introduction martin geeson br br |
| 4982 |
4948 |
5454 |
Pillow and Stone |
Abram S. Isaacs |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Pillow and Stone by Abram S. Isaacs. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 24, 2011.<br><br>Abram S. Isaacs (1851-1920) was an American rabbi, author, and professor. Isaacs received his education at the New York University, from which he was graduated in 1871. He became a Rabbi at Barnett Memorial Temple at Paterson, New Jersey. For thirty-five years he occupied a chair at the New York University, first as Professor of Hebrew, then of Germanic languages, and later of Semitics. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/pillow-and-stone-by-abram-s-isaacs/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings pillow stone abram s isaacs weekly poetry project april 24 2011 br br abram s isaacs 1851 1920 american rabbi author professor isaacs received education new york university graduated 1871 became rabbi barnett memorial temple paterson new jersey thirty five years occupied chair new york university first professor hebrew germanic languages later semitics summary wikipedia p |
| 4983 |
4950 |
5456 |
Jacqueline of Golden River |
H. M. Egbert |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Jacqueline seems to have contracted a touch of amnesia, as she is found in an apartment with a dead man, and with a weapon in her hand. But she remembers nothing of any incident, remembers not her name nor where she comes from, not even why she is where she was found. She only remembers her father, and that he is in danger. Action and adventure soon follow, as Paul Hewlett and Jacqueline attempt to get answers to her questions, taking them on a journey into Quebec and points northward, and Paul knows that they are being followed during their trip. What secrets are both Jacqueline and Paul unaware of? What will they uncover following their northbound journey? Who is Jacqueline?<br /><br />H. M. Egbert was one of multiple pseudonyms used by author Victor Rousseau Emanuel. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/jacqueline-of-golden-river-by-h-m-egbert/ |
jacqueline seems contracted touch amnesia found apartment dead man weapon hand remembers nothing incident remembers name comes from even found remembers father danger action adventure soon follow paul hewlett jacqueline attempt get answers questions taking journey quebec points northward paul knows followed trip secrets jacqueline paul unaware of uncover following northbound journey jacqueline br br h m egbert one multiple pseudonyms used author victor rousseau emanuel introduction roger melin p |
| 4984 |
4951 |
5457 |
Libro I de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
*Non-fiction, History |
<br />Las Historias (en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai 'aproximaciones, investigaciones') de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–después del 430 a. C.) es una obra escrita en dialecto jonio que tiene como objetivo narrar los enfrentamientos que tuvieron lugar entre griegos y bárbaros (asiáticos, especialmente persas) y, en concreto, las Guerras Médicas. También contiene una descripción de la historia y costumbres del Antiguo Egipto. Se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra y está dividida en nueve libros, cada uno de ellos dedicado a una musa. En el proemio Heródoto expone su intención: evitar que las hazañas de las generaciones que lo precedieron sean relegadas al olvido (I 1), explicando las causas de sus enfrentamientos. Para exponer las causas del conflicto (las Guerras Médicas), Heródoto pasa a abordar las primeras diferencias y enfrentamientos que se produjeron entre griegos y bárbaros en época mítica (secuestros de Europa, Medea y Helena, Guerra de Troya). Sin embargo, marca cierta distancia con estas tradiciones y acto seguido indica quién, por lo que él sabe, cometió en primer lugar actos injustos (Creso, rey de Lidia). Tenemos, pues, expuesta nítidamente que la agresión es la medida de la responsabilidad moral y jurídica. La atención pasa inmediatamente a la figura de Creso, el primer agresor. La historia de Lidia permite entrar en contacto con el gran eje de su Historia, Persia; al mismo tiempo, sienta las bases de su concepción teleológica del acontecer humano (entrevista entre Solón y Creso, I 28–33). El resto del libro I traslada su atención a Persia, con la entronización de Ciro y diversas campañas de este rey (sumisión de Jonia, Caria y Licia). (Resumen de Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
Spanish |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/libro-i-de-la-historia-de-herodoto/ |
br las historias en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai aproximaciones investigaciones de heródoto de halicarnaso 484 después del 430 a c es una obra escrita en dialecto jonio que tiene como objetivo narrar los enfrentamientos que tuvieron lugar entre griegos bárbaros asiáticos especialmente persas y en concreto las guerras médicas también contiene una descripción de la historia costumbres del antiguo egipto se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra está dividida en nueve libros cada uno de ellos dedicado una musa en el proemio heródoto expone su intención evitar que las hazañas de las generaciones que lo precedieron sean relegadas al olvido i 1 explicando las causas de sus enfrentamientos para exponer las causas del conflicto las guerras médicas heródoto pasa abordar las primeras diferencias enfrentamientos que se produjeron entre griegos bárbaros en época mítica secuestros de europa medea helena guerra de troya sin embargo marca cierta distancia con estas tradiciones acto seguido indica quién por lo que él sabe cometió en primer lugar actos injustos creso rey de lidia tenemos pues expuesta nítidamente que la agresión es la medida de la responsabilidad moral jurídica la atención pasa inmediatamente la figura de creso el primer agresor la historia de lidia permite entrar en contacto con el gran eje de su historia persia al mismo tiempo sienta las bases de su concepción teleológica del acontecer humano entrevista entre solón creso 28 33 el resto del libro traslada su atención persia con la entronización de ciro diversas campañas de este rey sumisión de jonia caria licia resumen de wikipedia br br |
| 4985 |
4952 |
5458 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905-1906 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
</br>Lucy Maud Montgomery was born at Clifton (now New London), Prince Edward Island, Canada, on November 30, 1874. She achieved international fame in her lifetime, putting Prince Edward Island and Canada on the world literary map. Best known for her "Anne of Green Gables" books, she was also a prolific writer of short stories and poetry. She published some 500 short stories and poems and twenty novels before her death in 1942. The Project Gutenberg collection of her short stories was gathered from numerous sources and is presented in chronological publishing order:\n<br /><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</a><br>Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906<br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922</a><br></br>\n(Summary by Project Gutenberg)</br></br> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br lucy maud montgomery born clifton now new london prince edward island canada november 30 1874 achieved international fame lifetime putting prince edward island canada world literary map best known anne green gables books also prolific writer short stories poetry published 500 short stories poems twenty novels death 1942 project gutenberg collection short stories gathered numerous sources presented chronological publishing order br br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 to 1901 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 to 1903 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 a br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 a br br summary project gutenberg br br |
| 4986 |
4953 |
5459 |
Olivier Twist (NL) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Oliver Twist is de titel en het hoofdpersonage van één van de bekendste romans van de Britse schrijver Charles Dickens, gepubliceerd in 1838. Het boek verscheen aanvankelijk in afzonderlijke delen, die van februari 1837 tot april 1839 werden gepubliceerd.<br /><br />Oliver Twist was vooral bedoeld als protest van Dickens tegen de wantoestanden van die tijd. Kinderarbeid in de zogenaamde Work Houses (armenhuizen) en de onderwereld waarin straatkinderen tot crimineel worden opgeleid spelen in het boek een grote rol. De hoofdpersoon, Oliver Twist, is een weesjongen door wiens ogen we het harde leven in Londen rond 1830 bekijken. (Introductie van Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/olivier-twist-by-charles-dickens/ |
oliver twist de titel en het hoofdpersonage van één van de bekendste romans van de britse schrijver charles dickens gepubliceerd 1838 het boek verscheen aanvankelijk afzonderlijke delen die van februari 1837 tot april 1839 werden gepubliceerd br br oliver twist vooral bedoeld als protest van dickens tegen de wantoestanden van die tijd kinderarbeid de zogenaamde work houses armenhuizen en de onderwereld waarin straatkinderen tot crimineel worden opgeleid spelen het boek een grote rol de hoofdpersoon oliver twist een weesjongen door wiens ogen het harde leven londen rond 1830 bekijken introductie van wikipedia p |
| 4987 |
4954 |
5460 |
Aljaska (Alaska) en de Canada-spoorweg |
Anonymous |
Travel & Geography |
Toeristisch verslag van een reis naar Canada en Alaska, in 1892 gepubliceerd in het tijdschrift "De Aarde en haar volken". We gaan samen met de anonieme, Europese schrijver in Frankrijk aan boord van een schip met bestemming New-York. Daar aangekomen, reizen we direct door naar Montreal. In deze Oost-Canadese stad begint een lange tocht per trein - helemaal naar de Canadese west-kust - via de nog maar enkele jaren daarvoor aangelegde Canada-Pacific-lijn. Deze voert langs een overvloed aan meren en rivieren, in opkomst zijnde steden en adembenemende bergtoppen en gletschers. Aangekomen in de west-Canadese stad Victoria, neemt de schrijver ons mee aan boord van stoomboot 'The Queen' voor een toeristische tocht naar Alaska. Hij verhaalt van de prachtige ijsbergen, fjorden, gletschers en bossen welke we onderweg tegenkomen, van de geschiedenis van Alaska en van de kleurrijke plaatselijke bevolking. De Pyramide-haven, op 59° N.B., is de meest noordelijke plaats die wordt aangedaan. Daarna ondernemen we de terugtocht. (inleiding door kattekliek)</p> |
Dutch |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/aljaska-en-de-canada-spoorweg-by-anoniem/ |
toeristisch verslag van een reis naar canada en alaska 1892 gepubliceerd het tijdschrift de aarde en haar volken gaan samen met de anonieme europese schrijver frankrijk aan boord van een schip met bestemming new york daar aangekomen reizen direct door naar montreal deze oost canadese stad begint een lange tocht per trein helemaal naar de canadese west kust via de nog maar enkele jaren daarvoor aangelegde canada pacific lijn deze voert langs een overvloed aan meren en rivieren opkomst zijnde steden en adembenemende bergtoppen en gletschers aangekomen de west canadese stad victoria neemt de schrijver ons mee aan boord van stoomboot the queen voor een toeristische tocht naar alaska hij verhaalt van de prachtige ijsbergen fjorden gletschers en bossen welke onderweg tegenkomen van de geschiedenis van alaska en van de kleurrijke plaatselijke bevolking de pyramide haven op 59 n b de meest noordelijke plaats die wordt aangedaan daarna ondernemen de terugtocht inleiding door kattekliek p |
| 4988 |
4988 |
5495 |
Mrs. Peter Rabbit |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature, General |
A wonderful book in which we meet the lucky little bunny who becomes Mrs. Peter Rabbit! This is one of many delightful animal books written by Thornton W. Burgess. I grew up reading and enjoying these tales of talking animals with fun and varied personalities. Peter Rabbit is a character loved by all, and this charming tale recounts the adventures of meeting, wooing, and marrying Mrs. Peter Rabbit. (Introduction by CLW Rollins)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-peter-rabbit-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
wonderful book meet lucky little bunny becomes mrs peter rabbit one many delightful animal books written thornton w burgess grew reading enjoying tales talking animals fun varied personalities peter rabbit character loved all charming tale recounts adventures meeting wooing marrying mrs peter rabbit introduction clw rollins p |
| 4989 |
4955 |
5461 |
Extract from Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven (version 3) |
Mark Twain |
Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
This was the last story published by Twain, a few months before he died. The story follows Captain Elias Stormfield on his extremely long cosmic journey to heaven. It deals with the obsession of souls with the "celebrities" of heaven, like Adam and Moses, who according to Twain become as distant to most people in heaven as living celebrities are on Earth. Twain uses this story to show his view that the common conception of heaven is ludicrous and points out the incongruities of such beliefs.<br />A lot of the description of Heaven is given by the character Sandy McWilliams, a cranberry farmer who is very experienced in the ways of heaven. The heaven described by him is similar to the conventional Christian heaven, but includes a larger version of all the locations on Earth, as well as of everywhere in the universe. Once in heaven, the person spends eternity living as he thinks best, usually according to his true (sometimes undiscovered) talent. According to one of the characters, a cobbler who "has the soul of a poet in him won't have to make shoes here", implying that he would instead turn to poetry and achieve perfection in it.<br />As Stormfield proceeds through heaven, he learns that his pre-conceptions of "heaven" are all wrong and a good part of the fun of the tale comes from Twain's revealing the "true facts" about what heaven is and how it works. (Introduction by Wikipedia and John Greenman)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/extract-from-captain-stormfields-visit-to-heaven-by-mark-twain-2/ |
last story published twain months died story follows captain elias stormfield extremely long cosmic journey heaven deals obsession souls celebrities heaven like adam moses according twain become distant people heaven living celebrities earth twain uses story show view common conception heaven ludicrous points incongruities beliefs br a lot description heaven given character sandy mcwilliams cranberry farmer experienced ways heaven heaven described similar conventional christian heaven includes larger version locations earth well everywhere universe heaven person spends eternity living thinks best usually according true sometimes undiscovered talent according one characters cobbler has soul poet make shoes here implying would instead turn poetry achieve perfection it br as stormfield proceeds heaven learns pre conceptions heaven wrong good part fun tale comes twain s revealing true facts heaven works introduction wikipedia john greenman p |
| 4990 |
4956 |
5462 |
Hushed Up! A Mystery of London |
William Le Queux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A young man, Owen Biddulph, is drawn to a beautiful young woman with a mysterious past... a past that seems to have returned to cause her disappearance! Is she his new found love or his nemesis? And who is this mysterious clergyman that warns him to avoid this young woman, at risk of his very life! What possible harm could this sweet young woman inflict? Written by one of the Masters of Mystery, William Le Queux. (Introduction by Tom Weiss)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/hushed-up-a-mystery-of-london-by-william-le-queux/ |
young man owen biddulph drawn beautiful young woman mysterious past past seems returned cause disappearance new found love nemesis mysterious clergyman warns avoid young woman risk life possible harm could sweet young woman inflict written one masters mystery william le queux introduction tom weiss p |
| 4991 |
4957 |
5464 |
Short Poetry Collection 096 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for the months of April and May 2011. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-096/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers months april may 2011 p |
| 4992 |
4958 |
5465 |
Whose Body? (Version 2) |
Dorothy L. Sayers |
Detective Fiction |
Whose Body? is the first of Dorothy Sayers’s famous Lord Peter Wimsey novels, introducing that nobleman, as well as his manservant and fellow-sleuth, Mervyn Bunter. Scotland Yard’s Inspector Charles Parker, who figures more or less prominently in later Wimsey novels, plays a central role in Whose Body? as well.\n\nAs the book opens, a bashful Battersea architect has discovered a naked body in his bath, adorned with a gold pince nez. At the same time, we learn of the disappearance – under odd circumstances – of Sir Reuben Levy, a powerful financial magnate in The City. Not accepting the police’s early assumption that the corpse and Sir Reuben are one and the same, Wimsey and Parker follow up the two puzzles alternately and interchangeably, coming together to compare notes. Bunter’s peculiar insights and photographic evidence are also important in illuminating the mystry. Ultimately, Lord Peter and Inspector Parker are forced to conclude that the two mysteries are, in fact, pieces of a single, extremely sinister plot.\n\nWhose Body? is not as polished as Sayers’s later novels. However, it is a terrific book. The writing is beautiful, filled with vivid description, dry humor, and interesting (though often arcane) allusions. The story moves quickly, and even Sayers aficionados claim they can’t tell “whodunit” and “why” until at least half way through. This book’s elegant but also extremely friendly prose prefigures Sayers’s position as one of the three or four best of Britain’s “Golden Age” mystery novelists.\n\n(Introduction by Kirsten Wever)</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/whose-body-version-2-by-dorothy-l-sayers/ |
whose body first dorothy sayers s famous lord peter wimsey novels introducing nobleman well manservant fellow sleuth mervyn bunter scotland yard s inspector charles parker figures less prominently later wimsey novels plays central role whose body well book opens bashful battersea architect discovered naked body bath adorned gold pince nez time learn disappearance odd circumstances sir reuben levy powerful financial magnate city accepting police s early assumption corpse sir reuben one same wimsey parker follow two puzzles alternately interchangeably coming together compare notes bunter s peculiar insights photographic evidence also important illuminating mystry ultimately lord peter inspector parker forced conclude two mysteries are fact pieces single extremely sinister plot whose body polished sayers s later novels however terrific book writing beautiful filled vivid description dry humor interesting though often arcane allusions story moves quickly even sayers aficionados claim can t tell whodunit why least half way through book s elegant also extremely friendly prose prefigures sayers s position one three four best britain s golden age mystery novelists introduction kirsten wever p |
| 4993 |
4959 |
5466 |
Vegetable Garden: A Manual for the Amateur Vegetable Gardener |
Ida Dandridge Bennett |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Self-Help |
This book is a good reference on vegetable gardening. It covers the economic value of a vegetable garden, planning and locating the garden, maintaining soil fertility, hotbeds, garden tools, sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings, growing and storing vegetables, managing garden pests, and fall garden work.(Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-vegetable-garden-a-manual-for-the-amateur-vegetable-gardener-by-ida-dandridge-bennett/ |
book good reference vegetable gardening covers economic value vegetable garden planning locating garden maintaining soil fertility hotbeds garden tools sowing seeds transplanting seedlings growing storing vegetables managing garden pests fall garden work summary a l gramour p |
| 4994 |
4960 |
5467 |
Neighbors - Life Stories of the Other Half |
Jacob A. Riis |
General Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
These stories have come to me from many sources—some from my own experience, others from settlement workers, still others from the records of organized charity, that are never dry, as some think, but alive with vital human interest and with the faithful striving to help the brother so that it counts. They have this in common, that they are true. For good reasons, names and places are changed, but they all happened as told here. I could not have invented them had I tried; I should not have tried if I could. For it is as pictures from the life in which they and we, you and I, are partners, that I wish them to make their appeal to the neighbor who lives but around the corner and does not know it.(Summary from the Preface by Jacob A. Riis)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/neighbors-life-stories-of-the-other-half-by-jacob-a-riis/ |
stories come many sources some experience others settlement workers still others records organized charity never dry think alive vital human interest faithful striving help brother counts common true good reasons names places changed happened told here could invented tried tried could pictures life we i partners wish make appeal neighbor lives around corner know it summary preface jacob a riis p |
| 4995 |
4961 |
5468 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume 1 |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
This, the first of 5 volumes containing Poe's works, contains 8 of his short stories as well as reflections, critiques, and eulogies by others.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-1/ |
this first 5 volumes containing poe s works contains 8 short stories well reflections critiques eulogies others p |
| 4996 |
4967 |
5474 |
With Fire and Sword |
Henryk Sienkiewicz |
Historical Fiction |
In 1647, Poland is a land facing complete destruction with fire and sword. It may come from without, as the Tartar hordes swarm over the steppes, turning cities to ash and the Poles to slaves. It may come from within the country’s bounds, as the traitor Hmyelnitski leads the Cossacks in a devastating revolt. Or it may come simply because the nation’s leaders and nobility have become selfish, lazy, and complacent, and are ill-equipped to face the horrors coming their way.<p></p>If Poland is to survive, it will depend on the heroes who rise in her time of need. Yeremi Vishnovyetski, the warrior-prince who alone can lead his people to victory … if they are wise enough to accept his leadership. The diminutive soldier Michael Volodiyovski, ever unlucky at love, but never equaled as a swordsman. Longin Podbipyenta, the Lithuanian giant whose sacred vow to remain unmarried until he performs an impossible feat in battle is complicated when he falls madly in love. Pan Zagloba, Poland’s Falstaff, whose thirst for ale and penchant for self-preservation are exceeded only by his loyalty to his friends. But in the end, Poland’s fate will rest on the shoulders of the knight Jan Skshetuski, who must choose between the safety of his beloved Helena and his allegiance to prince and country. <p></p>With Fire and Sword is the first novel of Sienkiewicz’s epic “Trilogy”, but is a stand-alone story in its own right. (Introduction by D. Leeson)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/with-fire-and-sword-by-henryk-sienkiewicz/ |
1647 poland land facing complete destruction fire sword may come without tartar hordes swarm steppes turning cities ash poles slaves may come within country s bounds traitor hmyelnitski leads cossacks devastating revolt may come simply nation s leaders nobility become selfish lazy complacent ill equipped face horrors coming way p p if poland survive depend heroes rise time need yeremi vishnovyetski warrior prince alone lead people victory wise enough accept leadership diminutive soldier michael volodiyovski ever unlucky love never equaled swordsman longin podbipyenta lithuanian giant whose sacred vow remain unmarried performs impossible feat battle complicated falls madly love pan zagloba poland s falstaff whose thirst ale penchant self preservation exceeded loyalty friends end poland s fate rest shoulders knight jan skshetuski must choose safety beloved helena allegiance prince country p p with fire sword first novel sienkiewicz s epic trilogy stand alone story right introduction d leeson p |
| 4997 |
4962 |
5469 |
Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway and Denmark |
Mary Wollstonecraft |
Letters |
Published in 1796, Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark is a personal travel narrative by the eighteenth-century British feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft. The twenty-five letters cover a wide range of topics, from sociological reflections on Scandinavia and its peoples to philosophical questions regarding identity. Published by Wollstonecraft's career-long publisher, Joseph Johnson, it was the last work issued during her lifetime.<p></p>Wollstonecraft undertook her tour of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark in order to retrieve a stolen treasure ship for her lover, Gilbert Imlay. Believing that the journey would restore their strained relationship, she eagerly set off. However, over the course of the three months she spent in Scandinavia, she realized that Imlay had no intention of renewing the relationship. The letters, which constitute the text, drawn from her journal and from missives she sent to Imlay, reflect her anger and melancholy over his repeated betrayals. Letters Written in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark is therefore both a travel narrative and an autobiographical memoir.<p></p>Using the rhetoric of the sublime, Wollstonecraft explores the relationship between self and society in the text. She values subjective experience, particularly in relation to nature; champions the liberation and education of women; and illustrates the detrimental effects of commerce on society.<p></p>Letters Written in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark was Wollstonecraft's most popular book in the 1790s—it sold well and was reviewed favorably by most critics.<p></p>Wollstonecraft's future husband, philosopher William Godwin, wrote: "If ever there was a book calculated to make a man in love with its author, this appears to me to be the book."</p>\nThe book also influenced Romantic poets such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who drew on its themes and its aesthetic. While the book initially inspired readers to travel to Scandinavia, it failed to retain its popularity after the publication of Godwin's Memoirs of the Author of A Vindication of the Rights of Woman in 1798, which revealed Wollstonecraft's unorthodox private life." (Summary from Wikipedia, revised a little by Stav Nisser.)<p> |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/letters-written-during-a-short-residence-in-sweden-norway-and-denmark-by-mary-wollstonecraft/ |
published 1796 letters written short residence sweden norway denmark personal travel narrative eighteenth century british feminist writer mary wollstonecraft twenty five letters cover wide range topics sociological reflections scandinavia peoples philosophical questions regarding identity published wollstonecraft s career long publisher joseph johnson last work issued lifetime p p wollstonecraft undertook tour sweden norway denmark order retrieve stolen treasure ship lover gilbert imlay believing journey would restore strained relationship eagerly set off however course three months spent scandinavia realized imlay intention renewing relationship letters constitute text drawn journal missives sent imlay reflect anger melancholy repeated betrayals letters written sweden norway denmark therefore travel narrative autobiographical memoir p p using rhetoric sublime wollstonecraft explores relationship self society text values subjective experience particularly relation nature champions liberation education women illustrates detrimental effects commerce society p p letters written sweden norway denmark wollstonecraft s popular book 1790s it sold well reviewed favorably critics p p wollstonecraft s future husband philosopher william godwin wrote if ever book calculated make man love author appears book p book also influenced romantic poets william wordsworth samuel taylor coleridge drew themes aesthetic book initially inspired readers travel scandinavia failed retain popularity publication godwin s memoirs author vindication rights woman 1798 revealed wollstonecraft s unorthodox private life summary wikipedia revised little stav nisser p |
| 4998 |
4963 |
5470 |
Bible (KJV) NT 21-22: 1,2 Peter |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The First Epistle of Peter, usually referred to simply as First Peter and often written 1 Peter, is a book of the New Testament. The author claims to be Saint Peter the apostle, and the epistle was traditionally held to have been written during his time as bishop of Rome or Bishop of Antioch, though neither title is used in the epistle. The letter is addressed to various churches in Asia Minor suffering religious persecution.<br><br>The Second Epistle of Peter, often referred to as Second Peter and written 2 Peter, it is the first New Testament book to treat other New Testament writings as scripture, 2 Peter was one of the last letters included in the New Testament canon; it quotes from and adapts Jude extensively, identifies Jesus with God, and addresses a threatening heresy which had arisen because the end and salvation had not occurred.</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-epistles-of-peter-by-king-james-version/ |
first epistle peter usually referred simply first peter often written 1 peter book new testament author claims saint peter apostle epistle traditionally held written time bishop rome bishop antioch though neither title used epistle letter addressed various churches asia minor suffering religious persecution br br the second epistle peter often referred second peter written 2 peter first new testament book treat new testament writings scripture 2 peter one last letters included new testament canon quotes adapts jude extensively identifies jesus god addresses threatening heresy arisen end salvation occurred p |
| 4999 |
4964 |
5471 |
Poème du Mois - 006 Perles de Rêve |
Jean Courdil |
Poetry |
Each month a poem is chosen to be recorded by as many LibriVox volunteers as possible! \n\nChaque mois, nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs ais.\n\nPerles de Rêve<br><br>\n<i>Une perle luit et repose<br>\nDans le sein d'une jeune rose<br>\nAu calice vermeil et pur.<br>\n- Que seras-tu, perle éphémère ?<br>\n- À l'aurore, vierge chimère,<br>\nJe serai nuage d'azur.<br><br>\n\nUne larme paraît et brille<br>\nDans l'œil doux de la blanche fille<br>\nQue nul frisson n'agite encor.<br>\n- Que seras-tu, larme tremblante ?<br>\n- À la première aube troublante,<br>\nJe m'envolerai rêve d'or. </i><br>\n |
French |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/poeme-du-mois-006-perles-de-reve-by-jean-courdil/ |
month poem chosen recorded many librivox volunteers possible chaque mois nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs ais perles de rêve br br i une perle luit et repose br dans le sein d une jeune rose br au calice vermeil et pur br que seras tu perle éphémère br à l aurore vierge chimère br je serai nuage d azur br br une larme paraît et brille br dans l œil doux de la blanche fille br que nul frisson n agite encor br que seras tu larme tremblante br à la première aube troublante br je m envolerai rêve d or i br |
| 5000 |
4965 |
5472 |
Ecce Homo |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern |
The philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche's autobiography, Ecce Homo, was the last prose work that he wrote before his illness in 1889. Coming at the end of an extraordinarily productive year in which he had produced The Twilight of the Idols and The Antichrist, Nietzsche shuns any pretense at modesty with chapter titles include “Why I am so Wise”, “Why I am so Clever” and “Why I Write Such Excellent Books”. His translator Anthony M. Ludovici states, Ecce Homo “is not only a coping-stone worthy of the wonderful creations of that year, but also a fitting conclusion to his whole life, in the form of a grand summing up of his character as a man, his purpose as a reformer, and his achievement as a thinker.” (Introduction by Tim SC)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/ecce-homo-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
philosopher friedrich nietzsche s autobiography ecce homo last prose work wrote illness 1889 coming end extraordinarily productive year produced twilight idols antichrist nietzsche shuns pretense modesty chapter titles include why wise why clever why write excellent books translator anthony m ludovici states ecce homo is coping stone worthy wonderful creations year also fitting conclusion whole life form grand summing character man purpose reformer achievement thinker introduction tim sc p |
| 5001 |
4966 |
5473 |
Song (Lowell version) |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of Song by James Russell Lowell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 1, 2011.<br><br>James Russell Lowell was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the Fireside Poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets who rivaled the popularity of British poets. These poets usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings song james russell lowell weekly poetry project may 1 2011 br br james russell lowell american romantic poet critic editor diplomat associated fireside poets group new england writers among first american poets rivaled popularity british poets poets usually used conventional forms meters poetry making suitable families entertaining fireside summary wikipedia p |
| 5002 |
5029 |
5536 |
Fair Barbarian |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Family |
The setting is a small English village in the 19th century. When her niece shows up on her doorstep unexpectedly, a quiet spinster finds her life turned upside down. (Summary by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/fair-barbarian-a-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
setting small english village 19th century niece shows doorstep unexpectedly quiet spinster finds life turned upside down summary linda andrus p |
| 5003 |
4968 |
5475 |
Flatting-Mill |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Flatting-Mill by William Cowper. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 1, 2011.<br><br>William Cowper (pronounced "Cooper")was an English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time, Cowper changed the direction of 18th century nature poetry by writing of everyday life and scenes of the English countryside. In many ways, he was one of the forerunners of Romantic poetry. Samuel Taylor Coleridge called him "the best modern poet", whilst William Wordsworth particularly admired his poem Yardley-Oak. He was a nephew of the poet Judith Madan. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-flatting-mill-by-william-cowper/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings flatting mill william cowper fortnightly poetry project may 1 2011 br br william cowper pronounced cooper was english poet hymnodist one popular poets time cowper changed direction 18th century nature poetry writing everyday life scenes english countryside many ways one forerunners romantic poetry samuel taylor coleridge called the best modern poet whilst william wordsworth particularly admired poem yardley oak nephew poet judith madan summary wikipedia p |
| 5004 |
4969 |
5476 |
Chesterton Calendar |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
Go through the year, day by day, with the wit and wisdom of G.K. Chesterton! Compiled from the writings of 'G.K.C', both in verse and in prose, each day of the year is provided with a generally short quotation from one of his many works. Also includes a section apart for the moveable feasts. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-chesterton-calendar-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
go year day day wit wisdom g k chesterton compiled writings g k c verse prose day year provided generally short quotation one many works also includes section apart moveable feasts summary maria therese p |
| 5005 |
4970 |
5477 |
Roman de la momie |
Théophile Gautier |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Un riche lord anglais, Lord Evandale, découvre avec son ami scientifique Rumphius une tombe non profanée dans la Vallée des Rois. À côté de la momie, dont la morphologie réserve quelques surprises, un manuscrit ancient, qui retranscrit l'histoire de la belle Tahoser, fille du prêtre Pétamounoph, éprise de l'Hébreu Poëri mais poursuivie par les assiduités de Pharaon.<br/>Ce roman plein de couleurs décrit l'Égypte ancienne d'une manière particulièrement poétique, et relate un événement historique lorsqu'un certain Mosché, aussi connu sous le nom de Moïse, décide de faire fuir son peuple de l'Égypte.<br/>A rich Lord from the good society, Lord Evandale, discovers, with his scientist friend Rumphius, an intact tumb in the Kings' Valley. Next to the mummy, the morphology of which is a surprise in itself, lies an ancient manuscript. It tells the story of the beautiful Tahoser, daughter of the priest Pétamounoph, who loves a young Hebrew named Poëri, but is herself ardently wooed by Pharaoh.<br/>This novel, rich and colorful, describes the antic Egypt in a particularly poetic manner, but also tells the tale of a certain Mosché, aka Moses, as he tries to get his people out of Egypt.<br/>(Résumé par/summary by Nadine Eckert-Boulet)<p> |
French |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/le-roman-de-la-momie-by-theophile-gautier/ |
un riche lord anglais lord evandale découvre avec son ami scientifique rumphius une tombe non profanée dans la vallée des rois à côté de la momie dont la morphologie réserve quelques surprises un manuscrit ancient qui retranscrit l histoire de la belle tahoser fille du prêtre pétamounoph éprise de l hébreu poëri mais poursuivie par les assiduités de pharaon br ce roman plein de couleurs décrit l égypte ancienne d une manière particulièrement poétique et relate un événement historique lorsqu un certain mosché aussi connu sous le nom de moïse décide de faire fuir son peuple de l égypte br a rich lord good society lord evandale discovers scientist friend rumphius intact tumb kings valley next mummy morphology surprise itself lies ancient manuscript tells story beautiful tahoser daughter priest pétamounoph loves young hebrew named poëri ardently wooed pharaoh br this novel rich colorful describes antic egypt particularly poetic manner also tells tale certain mosché aka moses tries get people egypt br résumé par summary nadine eckert boulet p |
| 5006 |
4971 |
5478 |
Maid's Tragedy |
Francis Beaumont |
Tragedy |
Beaumont and Fletcher's The Maid's Tragedy (first published 1619) is a sensational Jacobean sex tragedy. When gentleman soldier Melantius returns to Rhodes, he finds his dear friend Amintor is recently married - but not to his troth-plight love Aspatia (the maid of the title). Instead, the King has arranged a match between Amintor and Melantius' sister, the beautiful Evadne. On his wedding night, Amintor finds that his new wife has married him under false pretenses - and this unleashes a torrent of dire consequences, sexual, emotional, and ultimately political. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Cleon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Strato: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lysippus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Diphilus/Messenger/First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Melantius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Aspatia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Amintor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Calianax: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>King: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Evadne/Diagoras/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Night/Antiphila: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Cynthia/Olympias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6577">Skylark</a><br>Neptune: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Eolus/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Dula: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1619 |
https://librivox.org/the-maids-tragedy-by-francis-beaumont-and-john-fletcher/ |
beaumont fletcher s maid s tragedy first published 1619 sensational jacobean sex tragedy gentleman soldier melantius returns rhodes finds dear friend amintor recently married troth plight love aspatia the maid title instead king arranged match amintor melantius sister beautiful evadne wedding night amintor finds new wife married false pretenses unleashes torrent dire consequences sexual emotional ultimately political summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br cleon a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br strato a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lysippus a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br diphilus messenger first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br melantius a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br aspatia a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br amintor a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br calianax a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br king a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br evadne diagoras narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br night antiphila a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br cynthia olympias a href http librivox org reader 6577 skylark a br neptune a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br eolus servant a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br dula a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lady a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 5007 |
4972 |
5479 |
Monsieur Lecoq Part 2: The Honor of the Name |
Émile Gaboriau |
Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Monsieur Lecoq is a captivating mystery, historical and love story: <br/>Around 11 o'clock, on the evening of Shrove Sunday 18.., close to the old Barrière d'Italie, frightful cries, coming from Mother Chupin's drinking-shop, are heard by a party of detectives led by Inspector Gévrol. <p></p>The squad runs up to it. A triple murder has just been committed. The murderer is caught on the premises.<p></p>Despite Gévrol's opinion that four scoundrels encountered each other in this vile den, that they began to quarrel, that one of them had a revolver and killed the others, Lecoq, a young police agent, suspects a great mystery. <p></p>In this second book (out of two) we go back in time to that dark period of French history. Little by little, the key to the mystery murder is unveiled. (Summary by Ezwa, expanded by Nadine)<p></p><a href="http://librivox.org/monsieur-lecoq-part-1-the-inquiry-by-emile-gaboriau/">Part 1: The Inquiry</a><p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/monsieur-lecoq-part-2-the-honor-of-the-name-by-gaboriau-emile/ |
monsieur lecoq captivating mystery historical love story br around 11 o clock evening shrove sunday 18 close old barrière d italie frightful cries coming mother chupin s drinking shop heard party detectives led inspector gévrol p p the squad runs it triple murder committed murderer caught premises p p despite gévrol s opinion four scoundrels encountered vile den began quarrel one revolver killed others lecoq young police agent suspects great mystery p p in second book out two go back time dark period french history little little key mystery murder unveiled summary ezwa expanded nadine p p a href http librivox org monsieur lecoq part 1 the inquiry by emile gaboriau part 1 inquiry a p |
| 5008 |
4973 |
5480 |
Flappers and Philosophers |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Flappers and Philosophers was the first collection of short stories written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1920. It includes eight stories:\n\n* "The Offshore Pirate"\n* "The Ice Palace"\n* "Head and Shoulders"\n* "The Cut-Glass Bowl"\n* "Bernice Bobs Her Hair"\n* "Benediction"\n* "Dalyrimple Goes Wrong"\n* "The Four Fists"\n(Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/flappers-and-philosophers-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
flappers philosophers first collection short stories written f scott fitzgerald published 1920 includes eight stories the offshore pirate the ice palace head shoulders the cut glass bowl bernice bobs hair benediction dalyrimple goes wrong the four fists introduction wikipedia p |
| 5009 |
4974 |
5481 |
Seeing Things at Night |
Heywood Broun |
Single Author Collections |
This Book is a collection of humorous short stories which describe the comedy in everyday things and situations. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/seeing-things-at-night-by-heywood-broun/ |
book collection humorous short stories describe comedy everyday things situations summary carolin p |
| 5010 |
4976 |
5483 |
Schatzgräber |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa |
Fantastic Fiction |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa war ein schlesischer Dichter der Romantik. Er war einer der "Serapionsbrüder" um E. T. A. Hoffmann. Seine Stoffe nahm er oft aus den Sagen des Vorlands des Riesengebirges.<br>Auf Schloß Scharneck steht es nicht zum Besten. Die Familie wird von schweren Schulden gedrückt und die Sorgen lasten so schwer auf dem Vater, Wolfgang von Scharneck, dass er sich wie sein Großvater der Alchemie und Goldmacherei verschreibt. Als das Nachbargut von dem Bankierssohn Waring gekauft wird, entspinnen sich bald zarte Bande zwischen Mathilde, der ältesten Tochter und dem neuen Nachbarn. Doch Mathildens Vater ist entschieden gegen eine Verbindung der beiden, da er seine Tochter nicht mit leeren Händen in das Haus des reichen Nachbarn schicken will. Da taucht eine alte Sage auf, nach der auf Schloß Scharneck ein alter Schatz verborgen ist, der nur mit Hilfe der geheimen Künste gehoben werden kann. Kurz darauf erscheint ein geheimnisvoller Fremder, der seine Hilfe bei der Schatzsuche anbietet.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/die-schatzgraber-by-karl-wilhelm-salice-contessa/ |
karl wilhelm salice contessa war ein schlesischer dichter der romantik er war einer der serapionsbrüder um e t a hoffmann seine stoffe nahm er oft aus den sagen des vorlands des riesengebirges br auf schloß scharneck steht es nicht zum besten die familie wird von schweren schulden gedrückt und die sorgen lasten schwer auf dem vater wolfgang von scharneck dass er sich wie sein großvater der alchemie und goldmacherei verschreibt als das nachbargut von dem bankierssohn waring gekauft wird entspinnen sich bald zarte bande zwischen mathilde der ältesten tochter und dem neuen nachbarn doch mathildens vater ist entschieden gegen eine verbindung der beiden da er seine tochter nicht mit leeren händen das haus des reichen nachbarn schicken will da taucht eine alte sage auf nach der auf schloß scharneck ein alter schatz verborgen ist der nur mit hilfe der geheimen künste gehoben werden kann kurz darauf erscheint ein geheimnisvoller fremder der seine hilfe bei der schatzsuche anbietet zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 5011 |
4977 |
5484 |
Departed Days |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Departerd Days by Oliver Wendell Holmes. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 8, 2011.<br><br>Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. was an American physician, professor, lecturer, and author. Regarded by his peers as one of the best writers of the 19th century, he is considered a member of the Fireside Poets. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table (1858). He is recognized as an important medical reformer.<br>1830 proved to be an important year for Holmes as a poet; while disappointed by his law studies, he began writing poetry for his own amusement. Before the end of the year, he had produced over fifty poems, contributing twenty-five of them (all unsigned) to The Collegian, a short-lived publication started by friends from Harvard. Four of these poems would ultimately become among his best-known: "The Dorchester Giant", "Reflections of a Proud Pedestrian", "Evening / By a Tailor" and "The Height of the Ridiculous". Nine more of his poems were published anonymously in the 1830 pamphlet Illustrations of the Athenaeum Gallery of Paintings. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/departed-days-by-oliver-wendell-holmes/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings departerd days oliver wendell holmes weekly poetry project may 8 2011 br br oliver wendell holmes sr american physician professor lecturer author regarded peers one best writers 19th century considered member fireside poets famous prose works breakfast table series began autocrat breakfast table 1858 recognized important medical reformer br 1830 proved important year holmes poet disappointed law studies began writing poetry amusement end year produced fifty poems contributing twenty five all unsigned collegian short lived publication started friends harvard four poems would ultimately become among best known the dorchester giant reflections proud pedestrian evening tailor the height ridiculous nine poems published anonymously 1830 pamphlet illustrations athenaeum gallery paintings summary wikipedia p |
| 5012 |
4978 |
5485 |
Pony Rider Boys in the Rockies |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Pony Rider Boys in the Rockies is the first book in the 12 part series by Frank Gee Patchin. (Summary by ashleighjane)<br/><br/>\n\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-texas-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys Texas</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-rockies-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
pony rider boys rockies first book 12 part series frank gee patchin summary ashleighjane br br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in texas by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys texas a br br |
| 5013 |
4979 |
5486 |
Windy Hill |
Cornelia Meigs |
Children's Fiction, Family |
When two children come to stay with their cousin, they immediately realize something is wrong, but no one will tell them what. Their cousin is strangely altered: nervous, preoccupied, hardly aware of their existence. They soon discover that a conflict is brewing among the hills and farms of the Medford Valley, one whose origins reach back over a century. They must piece it together from scattered clues, and from the stories told to them by a mysterious bee keeper and his daughter. This 1922 Newbery Honor Book tells of the traits that run in a family—honor, stubborn pride, and a dark lust for wealth—and how they shape the destinies of three generations. (Introduction by Peter Eastman)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-windy-hill-by-cornelia-meigs/ |
two children come stay cousin immediately realize something wrong one tell what cousin strangely altered nervous preoccupied hardly aware existence soon discover conflict brewing among hills farms medford valley one whose origins reach back century must piece together scattered clues stories told mysterious bee keeper daughter 1922 newbery honor book tells traits run family honor stubborn pride dark lust wealth and shape destinies three generations introduction peter eastman p |
| 5014 |
4980 |
5487 |
Story of a Bad Boy |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich |
Children's Fiction |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich was a child when his father moved to New Orleans from Portsmouth, New Hampshire. After 10 years, Aldrich was sent back to Portsmouth to prepare for college. This period of his life is partly described in his semi-autobiographical novel The Story of a Bad Boy (1870), in which "Tom Bailey" is the juvenile hero. Critics have said that this novel contains the first realistic depiction of childhood in American fiction and prepared the ground for Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Aldrich went on to associate with many of the literati of his time in New York City, and was editor of the Atlantic Monthly in the 1880's.</p>\n\nHis son died of Tuberculosis in Saranac lake, NY, and the family house is now a Bed and Breakfast there. The Aldrich house in Portsmouth is part of the Strawberry Banke Museum in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. (Summary by Samanem) |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-bad-boy-by-thomas-bailey-aldrich/ |
thomas bailey aldrich child father moved new orleans portsmouth new hampshire 10 years aldrich sent back portsmouth prepare college period life partly described semi autobiographical novel story bad boy 1870 tom bailey juvenile hero critics said novel contains first realistic depiction childhood american fiction prepared ground adventures huckleberry finn aldrich went associate many literati time new york city editor atlantic monthly 1880 s p son died tuberculosis saranac lake ny family house bed breakfast there aldrich house portsmouth part strawberry banke museum portsmouth new hampshire summary samanem |
| 5015 |
4981 |
5488 |
Bible (KJV) 23: Isaiah |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
<i>The Book of Isaiah</i> is one of the Major Prophets in the Old Testament. Jews and Christians consider the Book of Isaiah a part of their Biblical canon. Christians believe that Isaiah prophesied the virgin birth of Jesus Christ (Isaiah 7:14, KJV): "Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." Many of the New Testament teachings of Jesus refer to the book of Isaiah.<br/><br/>\nGregory of Nyssa (c. 335–395), believes that the Prophet Esaias (Isaiah) "knew more perfectly than all others the mystery of the religion of the Gospel." Jerome (c. 342–420) also lauds the Prophet Esias, saying, "He was more of an Evangelist than a Prophet, because he described all of the Mysteries of the Church of Christ so vividly that you would assume he was not prophesying about the future, but rather was composing a history of past events." (Introduction from Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/isaiah-king-james-version/ |
i the book isaiah i one major prophets old testament jews christians consider book isaiah part biblical canon christians believe isaiah prophesied virgin birth jesus christ isaiah 7 14 kjv behold virgin shall conceive bear son shall call name immanuel many new testament teachings jesus refer book isaiah br br gregory nyssa c 335 395 believes prophet esaias isaiah knew perfectly others mystery religion gospel jerome c 342 420 also lauds prophet esias saying he evangelist prophet described mysteries church christ vividly would assume prophesying future rather composing history past events introduction wikipedia p |
| 5016 |
4982 |
5489 |
Summer (version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
Wharton's 1917 novella Summer, like her more famous work Ethan Frome, is set in a very small rural New England town. Charity Royall longs to escape the claustrophobic confines of North Dormer and the inappropriate advances of her guardian Mr. Royall, who adopted her as a child from the nearby Mountain community. Hope arrives in the form of city boy Lucius Harney, who has come to research the architecture of the region; but will his presence in Charity's life mean her salvation - or her undoing? (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summer-version-2-by-edith-wharton/ |
wharton s 1917 novella summer like famous work ethan frome set small rural new england town charity royall longs escape claustrophobic confines north dormer inappropriate advances guardian mr royall adopted child nearby mountain community hope arrives form city boy lucius harney come research architecture region presence charity s life mean salvation undoing introduction elizabeth klett p |
| 5017 |
4983 |
5490 |
House of the Wolfings |
William Morris |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
William Morris was a writer, illustrator and medievalist from the Romantic period and associated with other renowned authors of the time such as Dante Rossetti. His fascination with ancient Germanic and Norse people dominated his writings, the first to be set in an entirely invented fantasy world and which helped to establish the fantasy genre.<br><br>\n\nThe House of Wolfings (1890), some argue, is a demonstration of Morris' socialism as the society described, though not an utopia, is clan-based, elects leaders and makes decisions in clan tribal meetings. Notwithstanding, it tells the story of how Thiodolf and his clan - the Wolfings - fight and vanquish the Roman invaders. The book is built with Morris' knowledge of the historical period and his own idealistic views, which allow him to combine facts and mythical elements. Thiodolf is protected by a dwarfish coat of mail, given to him by his lover Wood Sun, herself one of the Vala, the immortals. But things are not what they seem and what is meant to protect him, is also a curse... (Summary by Sailormoon)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-wolfings-by-william-morris/ |
william morris writer illustrator medievalist romantic period associated renowned authors time dante rossetti fascination ancient germanic norse people dominated writings first set entirely invented fantasy world helped establish fantasy genre br br house wolfings 1890 argue demonstration morris socialism society described though utopia clan based elects leaders makes decisions clan tribal meetings notwithstanding tells story thiodolf clan wolfings fight vanquish roman invaders book built morris knowledge historical period idealistic views allow combine facts mythical elements thiodolf protected dwarfish coat mail given lover wood sun one vala immortals things seem meant protect him also curse summary sailormoon p |
| 5018 |
4984 |
5491 |
History of Mr. Polly |
H. G. Wells |
Published 1900 onward |
<br />A funny and touching account of the imaginative Mr. Polly who, bored and trapped in his conventional life, makes a U-turn –- and changes everything.<br /><br />H.G. Wells’ early life as the son of a semi-insolvent shopkeeper and as a draper’s apprentice fueled his novels of the lower middle class: The Wheels of Chance (1896), Kipps (1905), and The History of Mr. Polly (1910). These works evoke the desperation of apprentices, clerks, and small traders in their monotonous toil behind shop counters. And, like Mr. Polly, his protagonists make a break from their mundane lives with more or less success.<br /><br />H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a prolific writer in history, general and science fiction, and politics. He was a lifelong socialist. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)<br /><br /> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-mr-polly-by-h-g-wells/ |
br a funny touching account imaginative mr polly who bored trapped conventional life makes u turn changes everything br br h g wells early life son semi insolvent shopkeeper draper s apprentice fueled novels lower middle class wheels chance 1896 kipps 1905 history mr polly 1910 works evoke desperation apprentices clerks small traders monotonous toil behind shop counters and like mr polly protagonists make break mundane lives less success br br h g wells 1866 1946 prolific writer history general science fiction politics lifelong socialist summary adrian praetzellis br br |
| 5019 |
4985 |
5492 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Fitzgerald version) |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Persian: رباعیات عمر خیام) is the title that Edward Fitz-Gerald gave to his translation of a selection of poems, originally written in Persian and of which there are about a thousand, attributed to Omar Khayyám (1048–1131), a Persian poet, mathematician and astronomer. A Persian ruba'i is a two-line stanza with two parts (or hemis-techs) per line, hence the word "Rubáiyát" (derived from the Arabic root word for "four"), meaning "quatrains".<br/><br/>\n\nThe translations that are best known in English are those of about a hundred of the verses by Edward FitzGerald (1809–1883). Of the five editions published, four were published under the authorial control of FitzGerald. The fifth edition, which contained only minor changes from the fourth, was edited after his death on the basis of manuscript revisions FitzGerald had left. FitzGerald also produced Latin translations of certain rubaiyat.<br/><br/>\n\nAs a work of English literature FitzGerald's version is a high point of the 19th century and has been greatly influential. Indeed, The term "Rubaiyat" by itself has come to be used to describe the quatrain rhyme scheme that FitzGerald used in his translations: AABA. However, as a translation of Omar Khayyam's quatrains, it is not noted for its fidelity. Many of the verses are paraphrased, and some of them cannot be confidently traced to any one of Khayyam's quatrains at all. Some critics informally refer to the FitzGerald's English versions as "The Rubaiyat of FitzOmar", a nickname that both recognizes the liberties FitzGerald inflicted on his purported source and also credits FitzGerald for the considerable portion of the "translation" that is his own creation. In fact, FitzGerald himself referred to his work as "transmogrification". "My translation will interest you from its form, and also in many respects in its detail: very unliteral as it is. Many quatrains are mashed together: and something lost, I doubt, of Omar's simplicity, which is so much a virtue in him" (letter to E. B. Cowell, 9/3/58). (Introduction from Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nThis recording includes readings of all five editions by Edward Fitzgerald as well as the introduction to the third edition. (Note by Algy Pug)<br/><br/> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-by-omar-khayyam-3/ |
rubáiyát omar khayyám persian رباعیات عمر خیام title edward fitz gerald gave translation selection poems originally written persian thousand attributed omar khayyám 1048 1131 persian poet mathematician astronomer persian ruba i two line stanza two parts or hemis techs per line hence word rubáiyát derived arabic root word four meaning quatrains br br translations best known english hundred verses edward fitzgerald 1809 1883 five editions published four published authorial control fitzgerald fifth edition contained minor changes fourth edited death basis manuscript revisions fitzgerald left fitzgerald also produced latin translations certain rubaiyat br br work english literature fitzgerald s version high point 19th century greatly influential indeed term rubaiyat come used describe quatrain rhyme scheme fitzgerald used translations aaba however translation omar khayyam s quatrains noted fidelity many verses paraphrased cannot confidently traced one khayyam s quatrains all critics informally refer fitzgerald s english versions the rubaiyat fitzomar nickname recognizes liberties fitzgerald inflicted purported source also credits fitzgerald considerable portion translation creation fact fitzgerald referred work transmogrification my translation interest form also many respects detail unliteral is many quatrains mashed together something lost doubt omar s simplicity much virtue him letter e b cowell 9 3 58 introduction wikipedia br br recording includes readings five editions edward fitzgerald well introduction third edition note algy pug br br |
| 5020 |
4986 |
5493 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 06 |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the sixth volume, 55 short stories and poems have been gathered from 42 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-volume-6-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this sixth volume 55 short stories poems gathered 42 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 5021 |
4987 |
5494 |
Four Feathers |
A. E. W. Mason |
General Fiction, Romance |
The Four Feathers is a 1902 adventure novel by British writer A.E.W. Mason that has inspired many films of the same title.\nThe novel tells the story of British officer, Harry Feversham, who resigns his commission in the East Surrey Regiment just prior to Sir Garnet Wolseley's 1882 expedition to Egypt to suppress the rising of Urabi Pasha. He is faced with censure from three of his comrades for cowardice, signified by the delivery of three white feathers to him, from Captain Trench and Lieutenants Castleton and Willoughby, and the loss of the support of his Irish fiancée, Ethne Eustace, who presents him with the fourth feather. His best friend in the regiment, Captain Durrance becomes his rival for Ethne.<br>(Summary extracted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-feathers-by-a-e-w-mason-2/ |
four feathers 1902 adventure novel british writer a e w mason inspired many films title novel tells story british officer harry feversham resigns commission east surrey regiment prior sir garnet wolseley s 1882 expedition egypt suppress rising urabi pasha faced censure three comrades cowardice signified delivery three white feathers him captain trench lieutenants castleton willoughby loss support irish fiancée ethne eustace presents fourth feather best friend regiment captain durrance becomes rival ethne br summary extracted wikipedia p |
| 5022 |
4989 |
5496 |
Diary of an Old Soul |
George MacDonald |
Poetry, Christianity - Other |
George MacDonald, a Scottish pastor, wrote these short poems, one for each day of the year, to help him with the severer misfortune he was experiencing. The poems are filled with hope and promises of Christ, yet, he also writes about his doubts. These poems are wonderful to listen to for people of any religion. (Summary by Alisson Veldhuis)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/diary-of-an-old-soul-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald scottish pastor wrote short poems one day year help severer misfortune experiencing poems filled hope promises christ yet also writes doubts poems wonderful listen people religion summary alisson veldhuis p |
| 5023 |
4990 |
5497 |
Hexaemeron |
Basil of Caesarea |
Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
The Hexaemeron is the title of nine homilies delivered by St. Basil on the the cosmogony of the opening chapters of Genesis. When and where they were delivered is quite uncertain. They are Lenten sermons, delivered at both the morning and evening services, and appear to have been listened to by working men. (Hom. iii. 1) Some words in Hom. viii. have confirmed the opinion that they were preached extempore, in accordance with what is believed to have been Basil's ordinary practice. Internal evidence points in the same direction for though a marked contrast might be expected between the style of a work intended to be read, like the De Spiritu Sancto, and that of the orations to be spoken in public, the Hexaemeron shews signs of being and unwritten composition. In earlier ages, it was the most celebrated and admired of Basil's works. Photius (Migne, Pat. Gr. cxli) puts it first of all, and speaks warmly of its eloquence and force. As an example of oratory he would rank it with the works of Plato and Demosthenes. (Introduction by Nicene Post-Nicene Fathers, Series II, Vol. VIII)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-hexaemeron-by-basil-of-caesarea/ |
hexaemeron title nine homilies delivered st basil cosmogony opening chapters genesis delivered quite uncertain lenten sermons delivered morning evening services appear listened working men hom iii 1 words hom viii confirmed opinion preached extempore accordance believed basil s ordinary practice internal evidence points direction though marked contrast might expected style work intended read like de spiritu sancto orations spoken public hexaemeron shews signs unwritten composition earlier ages celebrated admired basil s works photius migne pat gr cxli puts first all speaks warmly eloquence force example oratory would rank works plato demosthenes introduction nicene post nicene fathers series ii vol viii p |
| 5024 |
4991 |
5498 |
Mystères de Paris - Tome 1 |
Eugène Sue |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Monsieur Rodolphe, un ange gardien mystérieux. Il sait se battre comme pas deux et est plus fort que le Maître d'École, au grand dam de la Chouette. Lors de ses recherches dans Paris, pour retrouver l'enfant de Mme Georges, disparu depuis 15 ans, il rencontre devant la maison de Bras-Rouge la jeune Fleur-de-Marie et le Chourineur, tous deux âmes en perdition mais pas encore perdues. Dans Paris rôdent également deux mystérieux Anglais qui cherchent Monsieur Rodolphe.<p></p>Cette histoire pleine d'argot est un des plus gros succès littéraires en France. Publiée dans le <i>Journal des Débats</i>, même les illettrés n'en rataient pas un épisode. (introduction par Nadine Eckert-Boulet)<p> |
French |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/les-mysteres-de-paris-tome-1-by-eugene-sue |
monsieur rodolphe un ange gardien mystérieux il sait se battre comme pas deux et est plus fort que le maître d école au grand dam de la chouette lors de ses recherches dans paris pour retrouver l enfant de mme georges disparu depuis 15 ans il rencontre devant la maison de bras rouge la jeune fleur de marie et le chourineur tous deux âmes en perdition mais pas encore perdues dans paris rôdent également deux mystérieux anglais qui cherchent monsieur rodolphe p p cette histoire pleine d argot est un des plus gros succès littéraires en france publiée dans le i journal des débats i même les illettrés n en rataient pas un épisode introduction par nadine eckert boulet p |
| 5025 |
4992 |
5499 |
Roxana: The Fortunate Mistress |
Daniel Defoe |
General Fiction |
The full title of the novel is <i>Roxana: The Fortunate Mistress Or, a History of the Life and Vast Variety of Fortunes of Mademoiselle de Beleau, Afterwards Called the Countess de Wintselsheim</i>. The novel concerns the story of an unnamed "fallen woman", the second time Defoe created such a character (the first was a similar female character in Moll Flanders). In Roxana, a woman who takes on various pseudonyms, including "Roxana," describes her fall from wealth thanks to abandonment by a "fool" of a husband and movement into prostitution upon his abandonment. Roxana moves up and down through the social spectrum several times. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1731 |
https://librivox.org/roxana-the-fortunate-mistress-by-daniel-defoe/ |
full title novel i roxana fortunate mistress or history life vast variety fortunes mademoiselle de beleau afterwards called countess de wintselsheim i novel concerns story unnamed fallen woman second time defoe created character the first similar female character moll flanders roxana woman takes various pseudonyms including roxana describes fall wealth thanks abandonment fool husband movement prostitution upon abandonment roxana moves social spectrum several times summary wikipedia p |
| 5026 |
4993 |
5500 |
Wolf Hunters |
James Oliver Curwood |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Follow Roderick and his friends Wabi and Mukoki on their adventures in the pristine North. They fight voracious wolves, hostile natives, and the vicious elements of nature, while on the hunt. Getting more than they bargained for, they discover a mysterious cabin, and stumble upon a secret that has lain hidden for half a century. Full of twists and turns, danger and suspense, The Wolf Hunters, the prequal to The Gold Hunters, is an excellent read. (Introduction by Brian Adey)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-wolf-hunters-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
follow roderick friends wabi mukoki adventures pristine north fight voracious wolves hostile natives vicious elements nature hunt getting bargained for discover mysterious cabin stumble upon secret lain hidden half century full twists turns danger suspense wolf hunters prequal gold hunters excellent read introduction brian adey p |
| 5027 |
4994 |
5501 |
Little Fishers and Their Nets |
Pansy |
Family Life, General Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Thirteen year old Nettie Decker is called home after having lived with another family for 7 years, to find that her father is a drunkard and her family is in poverty and hopelessness because of it. Her stepmother has given up, and her stepbrother is headed down the same path as her father. As she struggles with the reality of her home life, she meets a friendly neighbor boy, with whom she pledges to do all she can to save her father and stepbrother. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/little-fishers-and-their-nets-by-pansy/ |
thirteen year old nettie decker called home lived another family 7 years find father drunkard family poverty hopelessness it stepmother given up stepbrother headed path father struggles reality home life meets friendly neighbor boy pledges save father stepbrother summary triciag p |
| 5028 |
4995 |
5502 |
Old Chants |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Old Chants by Walt Whitman. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 15, 2011.<br><br>Walter "Walt" Whitman was an American poet, essayist and journalist. A humanist, he was a part of the transition between transcendentalism and realism, incorporating both views in his works. Whitman is among the most influential poets in the American canon, often called the father of free verse. His work was very controversial in its time, particularly his poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described as obscene for its overt sexuality.(summary by Wikipedia)<br>The first edition of Leaves of Grass was very small, collecting only twelve unnamed poems in 95 pages. Whitman continued to expand the editions until the ninth and final edition of almost 400 poems.(summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/old-chants-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings old chants walt whitman fortnightly poetry project may 15 2011 br br walter walt whitman american poet essayist journalist humanist part transition transcendentalism realism incorporating views works whitman among influential poets american canon often called father free verse work controversial time particularly poetry collection leaves grass described obscene overt sexuality summary wikipedia br the first edition leaves grass small collecting twelve unnamed poems 95 pages whitman continued expand editions ninth final edition almost 400 poems summary david lawrence p |
| 5029 |
4996 |
5503 |
Parting Guest |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of A Parting Guest by James Whitcomb Riley. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 15, 2011.<br><br>James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the Hoosier Poet and Children's Poet for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, over half are in dialect. His famous works include "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man". (summary from Wkipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-parting-guest-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings parting guest james whitcomb riley weekly poetry project may 15 2011 br br james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored half dialect famous works include little orphant annie the raggedy man summary wkipedia p |
| 5030 |
4997 |
5504 |
Seven Lamps of Architecture |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture |
The Seven Lamps of Architecture, published in May 1849, is an extended essay written by the English art critic and theorist John Ruskin. The 'lamps' of the title are Ruskin's principles of architecture, which he later enlarged upon in the three-volume The Stones of Venice. To an extent, they codified some of the contemporary thinking behind the Gothic Revival. At the time of its publication A.W.N. Pugin and others had already advanced the ideas of the Revival and it was well under way in practice. Ruskin offered little new to the debate, but the book helped to capture and summarise the thoughts of the movement. The Seven Lamps also proved a great popular success, and received the approval of the ecclesiologists typified by the Cambridge Camden Society, who criticised in their publication The Ecclesiologist lapses committed by modern architects in ecclesiastical commissions. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-lamps-of-architecture-by-john-ruskin/ |
seven lamps architecture published may 1849 extended essay written english art critic theorist john ruskin lamps title ruskin s principles architecture later enlarged upon three volume stones venice extent codified contemporary thinking behind gothic revival time publication a w n pugin others already advanced ideas revival well way practice ruskin offered little new debate book helped capture summarise thoughts movement seven lamps also proved great popular success received approval ecclesiologists typified cambridge camden society criticised publication ecclesiologist lapses committed modern architects ecclesiastical commissions summary wikipedia p |
| 5031 |
4998 |
5505 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, Collected Translations |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
<p>The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Persian: رباعیات عمر خیام) is the title that Edward FitzGerald gave to his translation of a selection of poems, originally written in Persian and of which there are about a thousand, attributed to Omar Khayyám (1048–1131), a Persian poet, mathematician and astronomer. A Persian ruba'i is a two-line stanza with two parts (or hemistechs) per line, hence the word "Rubáiyát" (derived from the Arabic root word for "four"), meaning "quatrains". (Introduction by Wikipedia) <br><br>The three translations by women comprise this collection of recordings of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. (Note by Amy Gramour)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-collected-translations/ |
p the rubáiyát omar khayyám persian رباعیات عمر خیام title edward fitzgerald gave translation selection poems originally written persian thousand attributed omar khayyám 1048 1131 persian poet mathematician astronomer persian ruba i two line stanza two parts or hemistechs per line hence word rubáiyát derived arabic root word four meaning quatrains introduction wikipedia br br the three translations women comprise collection recordings rubaiyat omar khayyam note amy gramour p |
| 5032 |
4999 |
5506 |
At The Sign of The Jack O'Lantern |
Myrtle Reed |
Humorous Fiction |
This begins with an odd inheritance at the end of a honeymoon, both parties being inexperienced. Then someone comes to visit, then another, until we've got a chaotic bedlam of New England's tragically off the wall odd-ball relations. Our protagonists may not communicate efficiently at first but at least they've got a sense of humour. The humourous style keeps up as well as some moments of lustre and rich feeling about the printed word itself. (Introduction by D. Wor) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-sign-of-the-jack-olantern-by-myrtle-reed/ |
begins odd inheritance end honeymoon parties inexperienced someone comes visit another we ve got chaotic bedlam new england s tragically wall odd ball relations protagonists may communicate efficiently first least they ve got sense humour humourous style keeps well moments lustre rich feeling printed word itself introduction d wor |
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5000 |
5507 |
Plain Speaker: Opinions on Books, Men, and Things |
William Hazlitt |
Essays & Short Works |
The Plain Speaker: Opinions on Books, Men, and Things is a posthumous collection of essays by William Hazlitt, organized by his grandson, William Carew Hazlitt. The book contains some of Hazlitt's more famous essays that couldn't be found in book format. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-plain-speaker-opinions-on-books-men-and-things-by-william-hazlitt/ |
plain speaker opinions books men things posthumous collection essays william hazlitt organized grandson william carew hazlitt book contains hazlitt s famous essays found book format summary leni p |
| 5034 |
5001 |
5508 |
Misérables - tome 4 |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Dans le quatrième volet des Misérables, <i>L'idylle rue Plumet et l'épopée rue Saint-Denis</i>, l'action se déroule sur fond d'émeute à la barricade Saint-Denis. Éponine et Gavroche, les enfants de la rue, y tiennent un rôle important, tandis que la relation amoureuse de Cosette et Marius se développe, au grand dam de Jean Valjean. (résumé par Nadine)<p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-tome-4-by-victor-hugo/ |
dans le quatrième volet des misérables i l idylle rue plumet et l épopée rue saint denis i l action se déroule sur fond d émeute à la barricade saint denis éponine et gavroche les enfants de la rue tiennent un rôle important tandis que la relation amoureuse de cosette et marius se développe au grand dam de jean valjean résumé par nadine p |
| 5035 |
5002 |
5509 |
De Profundis (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
This is a letter written from prison in 1897 by Oscar Wilde to Lord Alfred Douglas, in which he recounts how he came to be in prison and charts his spiritual development. (summary by AdamH)</p>\nNOTE: ."Transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition Note that later editions of De Profundis contained more material. The most complete editions are still in copyright in the U.S.A."\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/de-profundis-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
letter written prison 1897 oscar wilde lord alfred douglas recounts came prison charts spiritual development summary adamh p note transcribed 1913 methuen co edition note later editions de profundis contained material complete editions still copyright u s a |
| 5036 |
5003 |
5510 |
Case of the Golden Bullet |
Grace Isabel Colbron |
Detective Fiction |
Joseph Muller, quiet mannered detective, tries to solve the mystery of a man who died in his study, by a bullet hole in the chest. But all windows and doors were locked, from the inside. (summary by Dawn Larsen)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-the-golden-bullet-by-grace-isabel-colbron-and-augusta-groner/ |
joseph muller quiet mannered detective tries solve mystery man died study bullet hole chest windows doors locked inside summary dawn larsen p |
| 5037 |
5004 |
5511 |
Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction |
This book follows the adventures of Bunny Brown, a 6-year old lively little boy, and his Sister Sue, a happy 5-year old little girl. You will enjoy learning of their adorable antics and delightful chatter. The Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue series were published by the Stratemeyer Syndicate from 1916-1930. (Introduction by Abigail Rasmussen)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bunny-brown-and-his-sister-sue-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
book follows adventures bunny brown 6 year old lively little boy sister sue happy 5 year old little girl enjoy learning adorable antics delightful chatter bunny brown sister sue series published stratemeyer syndicate 1916 1930 introduction abigail rasmussen p |
| 5038 |
5005 |
5512 |
Amoretti: A sonnet sequence |
Edmund Spenser |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Romance |
The Amoretti (meaning little love poems) is a sequence of 89 sonnets written in the tradition of the Petrarchan sonnets, a popular form for poets of the Renaissance period. Spenser’s sequence has been largely neglected in modern times, while those of his contemporaries William Shakespeare and Sir Philip Sidney have been acclaimed. However, because of the artistic skill, along with the emotion and the humor exhibited, these poems deserve a broader hearing, even though they may be somewhat difficult for the present-day reader, partly through Spenser’s love for words and expressions that were already archaic in his time.<br><br>Amoretti, written throughout the year 1594 and published the following year, violates at least one of the conventional elements of the Renaissance sonnet sequences. Other poets, including Petrarch and Sidney, chose as the inspiration for their sonnets a woman who was inaccessible to the poet, sometimes even married to someone else. They idealized this woman, seeming to be extravagantly suffering because of their passionate admiration, while in real life they might hardly know the lady and had no real interest in an actual love affair. Spenser, however, dedicated his verses to a woman that he actually loved and sought, Elizabeth Boyle, whom he then married.<br><br>Also the sonnet series by other poets were usually despairing of any fruition in regard to the lady, and Spenser certainly does show much frustration himself in his efforts to achieve a closer relationship with his love; but as the series progresses, he gradually sees improvement in the success of his wooing, as his actual wedding nears. The poems feature elaborate imagery, loaded with metaphorical situations, saying much the same thing repeatedly in a wide variety of ways, with much clever creativity, sometimes impressive and sometimes a bit awkward. There is a rich vein of humor running through the whole sequence, often through mock passion, and there is even a bit of sensuality in some of the later sonnets. The better poems are often sharp and crystalline, sparkling in their freshness and originality. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson) |
English |
1595 |
https://librivox.org/amoretti-by-edmund-spencer/ |
amoretti meaning little love poems sequence 89 sonnets written tradition petrarchan sonnets popular form poets renaissance period spenser s sequence largely neglected modern times contemporaries william shakespeare sir philip sidney acclaimed however artistic skill along emotion humor exhibited poems deserve broader hearing even though may somewhat difficult present day reader partly spenser s love words expressions already archaic time br br amoretti written throughout year 1594 published following year violates least one conventional elements renaissance sonnet sequences poets including petrarch sidney chose inspiration sonnets woman inaccessible poet sometimes even married someone else idealized woman seeming extravagantly suffering passionate admiration real life might hardly know lady real interest actual love affair spenser however dedicated verses woman actually loved sought elizabeth boyle married br br also sonnet series poets usually despairing fruition regard lady spenser certainly show much frustration efforts achieve closer relationship love series progresses gradually sees improvement success wooing actual wedding nears poems feature elaborate imagery loaded metaphorical situations saying much thing repeatedly wide variety ways much clever creativity sometimes impressive sometimes bit awkward rich vein humor running whole sequence often mock passion even bit sensuality later sonnets better poems often sharp crystalline sparkling freshness originality introduction leonard wilson |
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5006 |
5513 |
Iliad (Pope Translation) |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Historical Fiction, Epics |
Homer’s <i>Iliad</i> is the first great work of Western literature. Composed in twenty-four books of Greek hexameter poetry, it portrays the events of the last year of the Trojan War. Its translation into rhyming couplets by Alexander Pope is considered by some the greatest act of translation in English. Its power sweeps the reader along through an epic tale that begins with the wrath of Achilles and ends with the burial of Hector, breaker of horses. (Introduction by Steve Perkins)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-iliad-pope-translation-by-homer/ |
homer s i iliad i first great work western literature composed twenty four books greek hexameter poetry portrays events last year trojan war translation rhyming couplets alexander pope considered greatest act translation english power sweeps reader along epic tale begins wrath achilles ends burial hector breaker horses introduction steve perkins p |
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5007 |
5514 |
Snow-Burner |
Henry Oyen |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Snow-Burner is what the Native Americans called Reivers, and it was a rough and tumble life in the land where Reivers chose to live up to his name. The name was attributed to Reivers upon his proof after arriving in the north country because of his ability to defeat all perceived enemies in whatever means was necessary; whether by brute force and tough action, or by sheer cunning which he had gained living in the city in his earlier days. When assigned to oversee a group of foreigners in a work camp, he treated them with utter cruelty. When in search of an unknown source of gold, he found it necessary to combine his cunning with his forceful ways, proving his worthiness of the title given him. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-snow-burner-by-henry-oyen/ |
snow burner native americans called reivers rough tumble life land reivers chose live name name attributed reivers upon proof arriving north country ability defeat perceived enemies whatever means necessary whether brute force tough action sheer cunning gained living city earlier days assigned oversee group foreigners work camp treated utter cruelty search unknown source gold found necessary combine cunning forceful ways proving worthiness title given him introduction roger melin p |
| 5041 |
5008 |
5515 |
Diary of a Goose Girl |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Romance |
The "Goose Girl" is a young and somewhat independent lady who, in fleeing from her lover with whom there had been a "little tiff," became a "paying guest" at poultry farm in a quiet, out-of-the-way Sussex village, in the care of which she participates.<br><br>From the author of Mother Carey's Chickens, The Bird's Christmas Carol, etc. (Summary from an original review)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-a-goose-girl-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
goose girl young somewhat independent lady who fleeing lover little tiff became paying guest poultry farm quiet out of the way sussex village care participates br br from author mother carey s chickens bird s christmas carol etc summary original review p |
| 5042 |
5009 |
5516 |
Log-Cabin Lady |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
'The story of The Log-Cabin Lady is one of the annals of America. It is a moving record of the conquest of self-consciousness and fear through mastery of manners and customs. It has been written by one who has not sacrificed the strength and honesty of her pioneer girlhood, but who added to these qualities that graciousness and charm which have given her distinction on two continents.'<br>(from the introduction)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-log-cabin-lady-by-annonymous/ |
the story log cabin lady one annals america moving record conquest self consciousness fear mastery manners customs written one sacrificed strength honesty pioneer girlhood added qualities graciousness charm given distinction two continents br from introduction p |
| 5043 |
5010 |
5517 |
Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His Son |
George Horace Lorimer |
Epistolary Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Being the Letters written by John Graham, Head of the House of Graham & Company, Pork-Packers in Chicago, familiarly known on 'Change as "Old Gorgon Graham," to his Son, Pierrepont, facetiously known to his intimates as "Piggy." George Horace Lorimer was an American journalist and author. He is best known as the editor of The Saturday Evening Post.</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-a-self-made-merchant-to-his-son-by-george-horace-lorimer/ |
letters written john graham head house graham company pork packers chicago familiarly known change old gorgon graham son pierrepont facetiously known intimates piggy george horace lorimer american journalist author best known editor saturday evening post p |
| 5044 |
5011 |
5518 |
Drie korte verhalen van Charles Dickens |
Charles Dickens |
Single Author Collections |
<P>Vertaling van "Hunted Down" (1859), "Holiday Romance" (1868) en "George Silverman's Explanation" (1868) (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</P> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/drie-korte-verhalen-van-charles-dickens-by-charles-dickens/ |
p vertaling van hunted down 1859 holiday romance 1868 en george silverman s explanation 1868 introductie door marcel coenders p |
| 5045 |
5012 |
5519 |
Anecdotes of Dogs |
Edward Jesse |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
<br />"Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends." <br /><br />\nThe character, sensibilities, and intellectual faculties of animals have always been a favourite study, and they are, perhaps, more strongly developed in the dog than in any other quadruped, from the circumstance of his being the constant companion of man. I am aware how much has been written on this subject, but having accumulated many original and interesting anecdotes of this faithful animal, I have attempted to enlarge the general stock of information respecting it.<br /><br />\nIt is a pleasing task, arising from the conviction that the more the character of the dog is known, the better his treatment is likely to be, and the stronger the sympathy excited in his behalf.\n(Summary by Edward Jesse, extracted from the Preface)<br /><br /> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/anecdotes-of-dogs-by-edward-jesse/ |
br histories full examples fidelity dogs friends br br character sensibilities intellectual faculties animals always favourite study are perhaps strongly developed dog quadruped circumstance constant companion man aware much written subject accumulated many original interesting anecdotes faithful animal attempted enlarge general stock information respecting it br br pleasing task arising conviction character dog known better treatment likely be stronger sympathy excited behalf summary edward jesse extracted preface br br |
| 5046 |
5013 |
5520 |
Peep Behind the Scenes (version 2) |
Mrs. O. F. Walton |
Religion |
Rosalie lived every child's dream: she belonged to a circus! She got to have fun all day, every day; she did not even have to pay to be a part of it all! She got to meet interesting people, see all the amazing things there are to see. She got to do as she liked and travel all over the world. Even some grown ups may think that sounds like a wonderful life! Wouldn't you? But let's take a peep behind the scenes and see what it is really like behind all the glamour, smiles, and laughter! Is it really as wonderful as it looks? Rosalie may have something else to say about it. Follow her as she learns all about the Good Shepherd and tells others about him; follow her through all the trials, difficulties, and struggles of a life in the circus. (Summary by Fiddlesticks)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/a-peep-behind-the-scenes-version-2-by-mrs-o-f-walton/ |
rosalie lived every child s dream belonged circus got fun day every day even pay part all got meet interesting people see amazing things see got liked travel world even grown ups may think sounds like wonderful life you let s take peep behind scenes see really like behind glamour smiles laughter really wonderful looks rosalie may something else say it follow learns good shepherd tells others him follow trials difficulties struggles life circus summary fiddlesticks p |
| 5047 |
5014 |
5521 |
Horse's Tale (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Historical Fiction |
<i>A Horse's Tale</i> is a novel by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens), written partially in the voice of Soldier Boy, who is Buffalo Bill's favorite horse, at a fictional frontier outpost with the U.S. 7th Cavalry. With a fanciful mix of points of view, we hear the story of Cathy and her relationship with Soldier Boy and the soldiers of the 7th Cavalry. A surprisingly graphic depiction of a Spanish bullfight leaves no doubt where Mark Twain's sympathies lie. (Introduction by John Greenman & Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-horses-tale-by-mark-twain-version-2/ |
i a horse s tale i novel mark twain samuel clemens written partially voice soldier boy buffalo bill s favorite horse fictional frontier outpost u s 7th cavalry fanciful mix points view hear story cathy relationship soldier boy soldiers 7th cavalry surprisingly graphic depiction spanish bullfight leaves doubt mark twain s sympathies lie introduction john greenman wikipedia p |
| 5048 |
5015 |
5522 |
Socialism: Utopian and Scientific |
Friedrich Engels |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
<br />The main idea of "Socialism: Utopian and Scientific" (1880) was distinguishing scientific socialism and utopian socialism. Engels begins by chronicaling the thought of utopian socialists, starting with Saint-Simon. He then proceeds to Fourier and Robert Owen. In chapter two, he summarizes dialectics, and then chronicles the thought from the ancient Greeks to Hegel. Chapter three summarizes dialectics in relation to economic and social struggles, essentially echoing the words of Marx. <br /><br />\n\n(Introduction by Wikipedia) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/socialism-utopian-and-scientific-by-friedrich-engels/ |
br the main idea socialism utopian scientific 1880 distinguishing scientific socialism utopian socialism engels begins chronicaling thought utopian socialists starting saint simon proceeds fourier robert owen chapter two summarizes dialectics chronicles thought ancient greeks hegel chapter three summarizes dialectics relation economic social struggles essentially echoing words marx br br introduction wikipedia |
| 5049 |
7907 |
8525 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 015 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier</a>.<p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-015-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a p |
| 5050 |
5016 |
5523 |
Son of the Middle Border |
Hamlin Garland |
Biography & Autobiography, Family & Relationships |
In all the region of autobiography, so far as I know it, I do not know quite the like of Mr. Garland's story of his life, and I should rank it with the very greatest of that kind in literature. . . . It is the poet who sees the vast scale of human struggle with nature or the things she will withhold unless they are forced from her by man's tireless toil and mighty mechanism, and in the vision he knows a battle-joy as distinctive of this Son of the Middle Border as his fidelity to the sordid and squalid details of the campaign, or his exultation of the beauty of the West which he has so passionately hated and finally so passionately loves. As you read the story of his life you realize it the memorial of a generation, of a whole order of American experience; as you review it you perceive it an epic of such mood and make as has not been imagined before.(Introduction by William Dean Howells, New York Times review, August 26, 1917)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-son-of-the-middle-border-by-hamlin-garland/ |
region autobiography far know it know quite like mr garland s story life rank greatest kind literature poet sees vast scale human struggle nature things withhold unless forced man s tireless toil mighty mechanism vision knows battle joy distinctive son middle border fidelity sordid squalid details campaign exultation beauty west passionately hated finally passionately loves read story life realize memorial generation whole order american experience review perceive epic mood make imagined before introduction william dean howells new york times review august 26 1917 p |
| 5051 |
5017 |
5524 |
Guide to the Study of the Christian Religion |
Gerald Birney Smith |
Education, Christianity - Other |
Articles by numerous authors, compiled into a single collection for use by first year divinity students. This book is intended to be a guide to the study of the Christian religion for Protestants. It was prepared to aid students to understand various aspects of education for the Christian ministry, including basic textual studies, theology, Christian history, denominations, Christian ethics and pastoral duties. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-guide-to-the-study-of-the-christian-religion-by-gerald-birney-smith/ |
articles numerous authors compiled single collection use first year divinity students book intended guide study christian religion protestants prepared aid students understand various aspects education christian ministry including basic textual studies theology christian history denominations christian ethics pastoral duties summary joed p |
| 5052 |
5018 |
5525 |
Hill |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Hill by Rupert Brooke. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 15, 2011.<br><br>Rupert Chawner Brooke was an English poet known for his idealistic war sonnets written during the First World War (especially The Soldier). He was also known for his boyish good looks, which prompted the Irish poet William Butler Yeats to describe him as "the handsomest young man in England". (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-hill-by-rupert-brooke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings hill rupert brooke weekly poetry project may 15 2011 br br rupert chawner brooke english poet known idealistic war sonnets written first world war especially soldier also known boyish good looks prompted irish poet william butler yeats describe the handsomest young man england summary wikipedia p |
| 5053 |
5019 |
5526 |
Lancashire |
Francis Archibald Bruton |
*Non-fiction, History , Travel & Geography |
The county of Lancashire in the north-west of England is best known as the engine room of the nineteenth-century Industrial Revolution. Steering clear of the industrial districts, F. A. Bruton takes the reader on an engaging tour of the county's beauty spots and lesser known landscapes. Taking the view that the charm of a district is nothing without its historical associations, Bruton packs his account with historical detail and literary references to, among others, Leland, Wordsworth, Ruskin, Arnold, and Mrs. Carlyle. (Introduction by Phil Benson)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/lancashire-by-francis-archibald-bruton/ |
county lancashire north west england best known engine room nineteenth century industrial revolution steering clear industrial districts f a bruton takes reader engaging tour county s beauty spots lesser known landscapes taking view charm district nothing without historical associations bruton packs account historical detail literary references to among others leland wordsworth ruskin arnold mrs carlyle introduction phil benson p |
| 5054 |
5020 |
5527 |
Elements of Entomology |
William Ruschenberger |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
The Elements of Entomology is one of seven in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. It is a succinct little textbook from 1845 that presents an introduction to entomology. The author was a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences.(Summary by A.L. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-entomology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements entomology one seven series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook 1845 presents introduction entomology author surgeon u s navy president academy natural sciences summary a l gramour p |
| 5055 |
5021 |
5528 |
Six Years in the Prisons of England |
Frank Henderson |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
A Merchant talks about daily life inside prisons of England, describes routines and how prisoners are treated. He notes stories of how fellow prisoners came to be in prison, and his ideas about the penal system, its downfalls and ways to improve it. The reader can see similarities to the problems we still have in regarding "criminals" today. (Introduction by Elaine Webb)<p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/six-years-in-the-prisons-of-england-by-a-merchant-edited-by-frank-henderson/ |
merchant talks daily life inside prisons england describes routines prisoners treated notes stories fellow prisoners came prison ideas penal system downfalls ways improve it reader see similarities problems still regarding criminals today introduction elaine webb p |
| 5056 |
5030 |
5537 |
Ramona (version 2) |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Set in Old California in the wake of the Mexican-American War, Ramona is two stories at once. It is the story of the love between a part-Native American orphan girl, Ramona, and Alessandro, a young Indian sheepherder. It is also the story of racial prejudice and the clash between cultures as California changes from a Spanish colony to an American territory. Ramona is the ward of Señora Gonzaga Moreno, who despises the girl for her race but honors the dying wish of the Señora's sister, Ramona's foster-mother, to raise her as her own. Señora Moreno embodies the aloof arrogance of Spanish nobility, hating both the Americans who dispute her claim to her vast rancho, and the Indians, whom she places in the same social class with slaves. Her only semblance of love is reserved for her son Felipe.<br><br>Despite the Señora's machinations, Ramona and Alessandro fall in love, and eventually elope. But their life together is not an easy one, as they roam the Southern California searching for a home. Their many hardships cannot dull their love for one another, but they soon take a toll that changes their lives forever. (Introduction by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/ramona-version-2-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
set old california wake mexican american war ramona two stories once story love part native american orphan girl ramona alessandro young indian sheepherder also story racial prejudice clash cultures california changes spanish colony american territory ramona ward señora gonzaga moreno despises girl race honors dying wish señora s sister ramona s foster mother raise own señora moreno embodies aloof arrogance spanish nobility hating americans dispute claim vast rancho indians places social class slaves semblance love reserved son felipe br br despite señora s machinations ramona alessandro fall love eventually elope life together easy one roam southern california searching home many hardships cannot dull love one another soon take toll changes lives forever introduction christine dufour p |
| 5057 |
5022 |
5529 |
Behind the Beyond |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
A collection containing a parody on Problem Plays, as well as humorous anecdotes from Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. (Summary by TriciaG)<br/><br/><b>Cast for Section 1:</b><br>Narrator/Stage Directions – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Sir John – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lady Cecily – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Valet – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Mr. Harding – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6437">John Hoerr</a><br>French Maid – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6582">Annabelle Li</a><br>Postal Messenger & “A Man” – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mrs. Harding – <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a></p>\n<p>Audio edited by <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/behind-the-beyond-by-stephen-leacock/ |
collection containing parody problem plays well humorous anecdotes canadian humourist stephen leacock summary triciag br br b cast section 1 b br narrator stage directions a href http dev librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br sir john a href http dev librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lady cecily a href http dev librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br valet a href http dev librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br mr harding a href http dev librivox org reader 6437 john hoerr a br french maid a href http dev librivox org reader 6582 annabelle li a br postal messenger a man a href http dev librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mrs harding a href http dev librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a p p audio edited a href http dev librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br br |
| 5058 |
5023 |
5530 |
Wind in the Willows (Version 4) |
Kenneth Grahame |
Animals & Nature |
Kenneth Grahame wrote a classic children’s tale in 1908 - he penned The Wind in the Willows. He wrote of the English countryside and the beauty of it, but more than that, he showed how even the most commonplace can be extraordinary and rare. Wind in the Willows is a tale of friendship, of adventure, of foolishness and wisdom, of travel and change as well as peace and predictability; but most of all, it is a story of friendship - friendship that crosses species, ages, and professions. We all could do far worse than remember in this changing world that what changes least is that which is most true. (Summary by Arthur Piantadosi)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-willows-by-kenneth-grahame-4/ |
kenneth grahame wrote classic children s tale 1908 penned wind willows wrote english countryside beauty it that showed even commonplace extraordinary rare wind willows tale friendship adventure foolishness wisdom travel change well peace predictability all story friendship friendship crosses species ages professions could far worse remember changing world changes least true summary arthur piantadosi p |
| 5059 |
5024 |
5531 |
Ghost of Kingdom Come |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion |
A word about ghosts.<br><br>Do you believe in Ghosts? Are you afraid of Ghost? Ghosts are truly real. St. Joseph, St. Peter, St. Bridget are real ghosts. This little book is written with the hope that the boys and girls who read it, will someday become “Ghosts of Kingdom Come”! ~ Father Gerald<br><br>Written by the author of and a similar style as the “Angel Food” series of books, this volume is a series of delightful stories for children – each with a moral – woven inside the story of a ghostly visitor to a priest visiting an old castle for rest. (Summary from the introduction and by Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-of-kingdom-come-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
word ghosts br br do believe ghosts afraid ghost ghosts truly real st joseph st peter st bridget real ghosts little book written hope boys girls read it someday become ghosts kingdom come father gerald br br written author similar style angel food series books volume series delightful stories children moral woven inside story ghostly visitor priest visiting old castle rest summary introduction maria therese p |
| 5060 |
5025 |
5532 |
Strenuous Life: Essays and Addresses of Theodore Roosevelt |
Theodore Roosevelt |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This book is a collection of Theodore Roosevelt’s published commentaries and public addresses on the general theme of the requirements for individual and collective success in the personal, civic, political, and social arenas. (Introduction by Bob Neufeld)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/strenuous-life-essays-and-addresses-of-theodore-roosevelt-the-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
book collection theodore roosevelt s published commentaries public addresses general theme requirements individual collective success personal civic political social arenas introduction bob neufeld p |
| 5061 |
5026 |
5533 |
Seven Follies of Science |
John Phin |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
The seven follies of science; a popular account of the most famous scientific impossibilities and the attempts which have been made to solve them to which is added a small budget of interesting paradoxes, illusions, and marvels.\n(Summary by John Phin)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-follies-of-science-by-john-phin/ |
seven follies science popular account famous scientific impossibilities attempts made solve added small budget interesting paradoxes illusions marvels summary john phin p |
| 5062 |
5027 |
5534 |
Herndon's Lincoln |
William H. Herndon |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />A biography of Abraham Lincoln by his long-time law partner, William Herndon and Herndon's collaborator, Jesse Weik. The book is notable for its extensive use of first hand interviews (unusual for its time) and for Herndon's overriding determination to convey an affectionate but frank picture of his law partner's life story as remembered by Lincoln's family, friends, associates and neighbors. (Summary by RalphK)<br /><br /> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/herndons-lincoln-by-william-h-herndon-and-jesse-william-weik/ |
br a biography abraham lincoln long time law partner william herndon herndon s collaborator jesse weik book notable extensive use first hand interviews unusual time herndon s overriding determination convey affectionate frank picture law partner s life story remembered lincoln s family friends associates neighbors summary ralphk br br |
| 5063 |
5028 |
5535 |
Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk |
John Howell |
Biography & Autobiography |
This work was the true story of Alexander Selkirk (1676 to December 13, 1721), a Scottish sailor who was employed in a number of different trades during his early life. As a young man, Selkirk learned the skills of tanning and shoemaking, and later became a buccaneer (a government-sanctioned pirate) on the Cinque Ports, working his way up to the position of ship's sailing master or navigator. But in the case of Selkirk, his experiences would eventually help him to survive his isolation on a deserted island in the Juan Fernández archipelago, off the coast of Chile, where he spent 52 months before being rescued.</p>\n\nThe Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk is a real-life “survivor man” narrative: Alone, pitted against nature with only his wits and the barest of tools at his disposal, the protagonist eventually triumphs over his adversities. Certainly this theme is at the heart of what makes it so timeless, but it includes an exploration into the story of who Selkirk was before the adventure began. In his research, Howell diligently investigated Selkirk's life through parish records from the small town of Largo in Fife, Scotland, where Selkirk was born and spent his childhood. He also conducted interviews with surviving relatives, and gleamed information from the published accounts of others with whom Selkirk had sailed, such as privateer and explorer, Captain William Dampier, and the man who ultimately rescued him, Captain Woodes Rogers. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-alexander-selkirk-by-john-howell/ |
work true story alexander selkirk 1676 december 13 1721 scottish sailor employed number different trades early life young man selkirk learned skills tanning shoemaking later became buccaneer a government sanctioned pirate cinque ports working way position ship s sailing master navigator case selkirk experiences would eventually help survive isolation deserted island juan fernández archipelago coast chile spent 52 months rescued p life adventures alexander selkirk real life survivor man narrative alone pitted nature wits barest tools disposal protagonist eventually triumphs adversities certainly theme heart makes timeless includes exploration story selkirk adventure began research howell diligently investigated selkirk s life parish records small town largo fife scotland selkirk born spent childhood also conducted interviews surviving relatives gleamed information published accounts others selkirk sailed privateer explorer captain william dampier man ultimately rescued him captain woodes rogers introduction james k white p |
| 5064 |
5031 |
5538 |
Yankee Girl at Fort Sumter |
Alice Turner Curtis |
Historical |
Sylvia Fulton is a ten-years-old girl from Boston who stayed in Charleston, South Carolina, before the opening of the civil war. She loves her new home, and her dear friends. However, political tensions are rising, and things start to change. Through these changes, Silvia gets to know the world better: from Estrella, her maid, she starts to understand what it is to be a slave, from her unjust teacher she learns that not all beautiful people are perfect, and from the messages she carries to Fort Sumter she learns what is the meaning of danger. However, this is a lovely book, written mostly for children.(Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-yankee-girl-at-fort-sumter-by-alice-turner-curtis/ |
sylvia fulton ten years old girl boston stayed charleston south carolina opening civil war loves new home dear friends however political tensions rising things start change changes silvia gets know world better estrella maid starts understand slave unjust teacher learns beautiful people perfect messages carries fort sumter learns meaning danger however lovely book written mostly children summary stav nisser p |
| 5065 |
5032 |
5539 |
Als de natuur roept |
Jack London |
General Fiction |
Als de Natuur Roept (The Call of the Wild) is een roman van de Amerikaanse schrijver Jack London. Het verhaal gaat over een eerder gedomesticeerde hond genaamd Buck. Zijn oer-instincten keren terug na een reeks van gebeurtenissen die ertoe leiden dat hij een sledehond wordt in de Yukon in de 19e-eeuwse Klondike Gold Rush, waar sledehonden werden gekocht tegen zeer royale prijzen.</p> |
Dutch |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/als-de-natuur-roept-by-jack-london/ |
als de natuur roept the call wild een roman van de amerikaanse schrijver jack london het verhaal gaat een eerder gedomesticeerde hond genaamd buck zijn oer instincten keren terug na een reeks van gebeurtenissen die ertoe leiden dat hij een sledehond wordt de yukon de 19e eeuwse klondike gold rush waar sledehonden werden gekocht tegen zeer royale prijzen p |
| 5066 |
5033 |
5540 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 17) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 4 chapter 17 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-iivol-4-ch-17-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 17 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
| 5067 |
5034 |
5541 |
Tajemnica Baskerville'ów |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
Tajemnica Baskerville'ów (ang. The Hound of the Baskervilles - Pies Baskerville'ów) - powieść detektywistyczna sir Artura Conan Doyle'a, wydana w czasopiśmie The Strand Magazine w latach 1901-1902 (wydanie polskie 1902). Jedna z najsłynniejszych pozycji, należących do cyklu opowieści o detektywie Sherlocku Holmesie. Jej akcja rozgrywa się na ponurych wrzosowiskach hrabstwa Devon.<br>Powieść zaczyna się przyjazdem dr Mortimera do Londynu na Baker Street. Lekarz opowiada Sherlockowi Holmesowi i Watsonowi historię o psie. W tajemniczych okolicznościach giną kolejni spadkobiercy majątku Baskerville'ów. Miejscowa ludność przypisuje owe zagadkowe zgony działaniu klątwy, prześladującej od ponad dwustu lat rodzinę Baskerville'ów. Holmes wysyła Watsona wraz z przybyłym zza oceanu, ostatnim spadkobiercą, sir Henrym, do posiadłości Baskerville'ów. Tam przez długi czas Watson odkrywa kolejne elementy zagadki i dzieli się z Holmesem zdobytą wiedzą.<br>(Wstęp z Wikipedii)</p> |
Polish |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/tajemnica-baskervilleow-by-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
tajemnica baskerville ów ang hound baskervilles pies baskerville ów powieść detektywistyczna sir artura conan doyle a wydana w czasopiśmie strand magazine w latach 1901 1902 wydanie polskie 1902 jedna z najsłynniejszych pozycji należących cyklu opowieści detektywie sherlocku holmesie jej akcja rozgrywa się na ponurych wrzosowiskach hrabstwa devon br powieść zaczyna się przyjazdem dr mortimera londynu na baker street lekarz opowiada sherlockowi holmesowi watsonowi historię psie w tajemniczych okolicznościach giną kolejni spadkobiercy majątku baskerville ów miejscowa ludność przypisuje owe zagadkowe zgony działaniu klątwy prześladującej od ponad dwustu lat rodzinę baskerville ów holmes wysyła watsona wraz z przybyłym zza oceanu ostatnim spadkobiercą sir henrym posiadłości baskerville ów tam przez długi czas watson odkrywa kolejne elementy zagadki dzieli się z holmesem zdobytą wiedzą br wstęp z wikipedii p |
| 5068 |
5035 |
5542 |
Louis Lambert |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
<br />Louis Lambert is an 1832 novel by French novelist and playwright Honoré de Balzac (1799–1850), included in the Études philosophiques section of his novel sequence La Comédie humaine. Set mostly in a school at Vendôme, it examines the life and theories of a boy genius fascinated by the Swedish philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772).</p>\n \nBalzac wrote Louis Lambert during the summer of 1832 while he was staying with friends at the Château de Saché, and published three editions with three different titles. The novel contains a minimal plot, focusing mostly on the metaphysical ideas of its boy-genius protagonist and his only friend (eventually revealed to be Balzac himself). Although it is not a significant example of the realist style for which Balzac became famous, the novel provides insight into the author’s own childhood. Specific details and events from the author’s life – including punishment from teachers and social ostracism – suggest a fictionalized autobiography.</p>\n \nWhile he was a student at Vendôme, Balzac wrote an essay called Traité de la Volonté (”Treatise on the Will”); it is described in the novel as being written by Louis Lambert. The essay discusses the philosophy of Swedenborg and others, although Balzac did not explore many of the metaphysical concepts until much later in his life. Ideas analyzed in the essay and elsewhere in the novel include the split between inward and outward existence; the presence of angels and spiritual enlightenment; and the interplay between genius and madness.</p>\n \nAlthough critics panned the novel, Balzac remained steadfast in his belief that it provided an important look at philosophy, especially metaphysics. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br /><br />\nThis book was translated by Ellen Marriage using the pseudonym James Waring.<br /><br /> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/louis-lambert-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
br louis lambert 1832 novel french novelist playwright honoré de balzac 1799 1850 included études philosophiques section novel sequence la comédie humaine set mostly school vendôme examines life theories boy genius fascinated swedish philosopher emanuel swedenborg 1688 1772 p balzac wrote louis lambert summer 1832 staying friends château de saché published three editions three different titles novel contains minimal plot focusing mostly metaphysical ideas boy genius protagonist friend eventually revealed balzac himself although significant example realist style balzac became famous novel provides insight author s childhood specific details events author s life including punishment teachers social ostracism suggest fictionalized autobiography p student vendôme balzac wrote essay called traité de la volonté treatise will described novel written louis lambert essay discusses philosophy swedenborg others although balzac explore many metaphysical concepts much later life ideas analyzed essay elsewhere novel include split inward outward existence presence angels spiritual enlightenment interplay genius madness p although critics panned novel balzac remained steadfast belief provided important look philosophy especially metaphysics introduction wikipedia br br book translated ellen marriage using pseudonym james waring br br |
| 5069 |
5036 |
5543 |
Woman of No Importance |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
A Woman of No Importance is a play by Irish playwright Oscar Wilde. The play premièred on 19 April 1893 at London's Haymarket Theatre. It is a testimony of Wilde's wit and his brand of dark comedy. It looks in particular at English upper class society and has been reproduced on stages in Europe and North America since his death in 1900. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Lord Illingworth: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Sir John Pontefract: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Lord Alfred Rufford: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Mr. Kelvil, M.P.: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>The Ven. Archdeacon Daubeny, D.D. : <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Gerald Arbuthnot: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br>Farquhar, Butler: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6482">Delmar H Dolbier</a><br>Francis, Footman: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Lady Hunstanton: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5265">Susanna</a><br>Lady Caroline Pontefract: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4964">Rashada</a><br>Lady Stutfield: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mrs. Allonby: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Miss Hester Worsley: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br>Alice, Maid: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Mrs. Arbuthnot: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: </strong>Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-woman-of-no-importance-by-oscar-wilde/ |
woman importance play irish playwright oscar wilde play premièred 19 april 1893 london s haymarket theatre testimony wilde s wit brand dark comedy looks particular english upper class society reproduced stages europe north america since death 1900 summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p lord illingworth a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6037 peter bishop a br sir john pontefract a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2825 ernst pattynama a br lord alfred rufford a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6446 bob gonzalez a br mr kelvil m p a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6459 nigel boydell a br the ven archdeacon daubeny d d a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3595 martin geeson a br gerald arbuthnot a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br farquhar butler a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6482 delmar h dolbier a br francis footman a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br lady hunstanton a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5265 susanna a br lady caroline pontefract a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4964 rashada a br lady stutfield a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6281 beth thomas a br mrs allonby a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1259 elizabeth klett a br miss hester worsley a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br alice maid a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3816 bev j stevens a br mrs arbuthnot a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3536 arielle lipshaw a br narrator a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
| 5070 |
8532 |
9153 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 017 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br>\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-017-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 5071 |
5037 |
5544 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 13 - The United Empire Loyalists: A Chronicle of the Great Migration |
W. Stewart Wallace |
*Non-fiction, History , Early Modern |
Volume 13 of The Chronicles of Canada Series. This volume sheds light on the often misunderstood Americans who chose to remain loyal to the Crown of England during and after the American Revolution. While the vast majority of American writings which detail the Revolution paint the Loyalists (sometimes called Tories) in the most negative fashion, this volume explains the reasons behind their election to flee to Canada (and other countries) rather than remain on American soil. While no exact numbers exist of Loyalists who fled to Canada in 1783-1784, the estimates of John Adams and others of the time period range in the vicinity of one third of the population, which places that number at about a million. These were not people who fled in fear, rather they were generally people who felt the benefit of support from the British Crown outweighed the support they would receive from the unproven social, financial, and political structures which had yet to be formed. Some were opportunists in search of free land. But all were a brave people who chose to leave the comfort of their homeland to help settle uncharted territories of what we now know as Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia; a people who held their heads high as they settled a largely untamed land. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/united-empire-loyalists-by-w-stewart-wallace/ |
volume 13 chronicles canada series volume sheds light often misunderstood americans chose remain loyal crown england american revolution vast majority american writings detail revolution paint loyalists sometimes called tories negative fashion volume explains reasons behind election flee canada and countries rather remain american soil exact numbers exist loyalists fled canada 1783 1784 estimates john adams others time period range vicinity one third population places number million people fled fear rather generally people felt benefit support british crown outweighed support would receive unproven social financial political structures yet formed opportunists search free land brave people chose leave comfort homeland help settle uncharted territories know quebec ontario new brunswick prince edward island nova scotia people held heads high settled largely untamed land introduction roger melin p |
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5038 |
5545 |
Cousin's Conspiracy |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Ernest Ray is a young boy who sets out to reclaim the inheritance that was unjustly with held from his father and given to a cousin. (Introduction by Abigail Rasmussen)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-cousins-conspiracy-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
ernest ray young boy sets reclaim inheritance unjustly held father given cousin introduction abigail rasmussen p |
| 5073 |
5039 |
5546 |
Bible (KJV) 04: Numbers |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Hebrew Bible, and the fourth of five books of the Jewish Torah/Pentateuch. This book may be divided into three parts:<br/><br/>\n\n 1. The numbering of the people at Sinai, and preparations for resuming their march (1–10:10).<br/>\n 2. An account of the journey from Sinai to Moab, the sending out of the spies and the report they brought back, the murmurings (eight times) of the people at the hardships by the way, and the subsequent exile into the wilderness for 40 years (10:11–21:20).<br/>\n 3. The transactions in the plain of Moab before crossing the Jordan River (21:21–36).<br/><br/>\n\nThe period comprehended in the history extends from the second month of the second year, as measured from the Exodus, to the beginning of the eleventh month of the fortieth year, in all about thirty-seven years and nine months; a dreary period of wanderings. (Introduction from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/numbers-king-james-version/ |
book numbers fourth book hebrew bible fourth five books jewish torah pentateuch book may divided three parts br br 1 numbering people sinai preparations resuming march 1 10 10 br 2 account journey sinai moab sending spies report brought back murmurings eight times people hardships way subsequent exile wilderness 40 years 10 11 21 20 br 3 transactions plain moab crossing jordan river 21 21 36 br br period comprehended history extends second month second year measured exodus beginning eleventh month fortieth year thirty seven years nine months dreary period wanderings introduction wikipedia p |
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5040 |
5547 |
Awful German Language (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Education |
This long essay is a work of mock philology, one of several appendices to Twain’s travel novel, A Tramp Abroad. In it, Twain explains, complains about, and shows how one might improve upon various aspects of the (awful) German language. His examples of precisely how the German language is awful include the famed “separable verb” – which allows one to put the first part of a given verb at the beginning – and its second part at the end – of a given clause or sentence (which may, indeed, be very long). He also makes fun of the extreme length of certain compound nouns (which are created by tacking two – or more – words together, without using hyphens to clarify where one ends and the next begins), as well as the many noun and verb forms one must master (memorize) in order to use German cases properly.\nAs the essay progresses, Twain includes a few hilarious passages that are partly or mostly in (his own, awful) German. Nevertheless, the work is easily understandable even by people who don’t know any German at all.\n(In the novel, A Tramp Abroad, Twain details his journey with his friend, Harris, through Germany, the Alps, and Italy, where he encounters various ridiculous situations. Here, much of the humor lies in his silly, often over-stated characterization of the circumstances as quickly grasped and easily explained by such a seasoned tourist as himself, while he also make plain throughout the profoundly strange nature of many of his experiences, and the various pitfalls he and Harris run into as they try to navigate their unfamiliar terrain.) (Introduction by Kirsten Wever) <p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-awful-german-language-by-mark-twain-v-3/ |
long essay work mock philology one several appendices twain s travel novel tramp abroad it twain explains complains about shows one might improve upon various aspects awful german language examples precisely german language awful include famed separable verb allows one put first part given verb beginning second part end given clause sentence which may indeed long also makes fun extreme length certain compound nouns which created tacking two words together without using hyphens clarify one ends next begins well many noun verb forms one must master memorize order use german cases properly essay progresses twain includes hilarious passages partly mostly his own awful german nevertheless work easily understandable even people don t know german all in novel tramp abroad twain details journey friend harris germany alps italy encounters various ridiculous situations here much humor lies silly often over stated characterization circumstances quickly grasped easily explained seasoned tourist himself also make plain throughout profoundly strange nature many experiences various pitfalls harris run try navigate unfamiliar terrain introduction kirsten wever p |
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5041 |
5549 |
Murder in the Sacristy |
Daniel A. Lord |
Detective Fiction |
A sacristan is found murdered in the sacristy and the safe robbed of valuable jewels. All clues seem to point to the priest as the murderer. But is the priest the guilty party - or is it the communist - the nazi - the Senator's wife - or someone else?<br><br>This mystery novel, set in World War II Chicago, was written by Daniel A Lord, S.J., who was a priest and popular American Catholic writer. The subjects of the works in his bibliography range from religion, humor, plays, songs, mysteries and even politics. His most influential work was possibly in drafting the 1930 Production Code for motion pictures. (Introduction by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/murder-in-the-sacristy-by-daniel-a-lord/ |
sacristan found murdered sacristy safe robbed valuable jewels clues seem point priest murderer priest guilty party communist nazi senator s wife someone else br br this mystery novel set world war ii chicago written daniel lord s j priest popular american catholic writer subjects works bibliography range religion humor plays songs mysteries even politics influential work possibly drafting 1930 production code motion pictures introduction maria therese p |
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5042 |
5550 |
Railway Train |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Railway Train by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 28, 2011.<br><br>Although Dickinson was a prolific private poet, fewer than a dozen of her nearly eighteen hundred poems were published during her lifetime. The work that was published during her lifetime was usually altered significantly by the publishers to fit the conventional poetic rules of the time. Dickinson's poems are unique for the era in which she wrote; they contain short lines, typically lack titles, and often use slant rhyme as well as unconventional capitalization and punctuation. Many of her poems deal with themes of death and immortality, two recurring topics in letters to her friends. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-railway-train-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings railway train emily dickinson weekly poetry project may 28 2011 br br although dickinson prolific private poet fewer dozen nearly eighteen hundred poems published lifetime work published lifetime usually altered significantly publishers fit conventional poetic rules time dickinson s poems unique era wrote contain short lines typically lack titles often use slant rhyme well unconventional capitalization punctuation many poems deal themes death immortality two recurring topics letters friends summary wikipedia p |
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5043 |
5551 |
To The Immortal Memory of the Halibut |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of To The Immortal Memory of the Halibut, On Which I Dined This Day, Monday, April 26, 1784 by William Cowper. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 29, 2011.<br><br>William Cowper is attributed with various familiar quotations, one is..\nGOD moves in a mysterious way,\nHis wonders to perform;\nHe plants his footsteps in the sea,\nAnd rides upon the storm.\nOlney Hymns (1779)--'Light Shining out of Darkness'</p> |
English |
1784 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-immortal-memory-of-the-halibut-by-william-cowper/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings immortal memory halibut dined day monday april 26 1784 william cowper fortnightly poetry project may 29 2011 br br william cowper attributed various familiar quotations one is god moves mysterious way wonders perform plants footsteps sea rides upon storm olney hymns 1779 light shining darkness p |
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5044 |
5552 |
Perfect Wagnerite |
George Bernard Shaw |
*Non-fiction, Music |
The Perfect Wagnerite: A Commentary on the Niblung's Ring (originally published London, 1898) is a philosophical commentary on Richard Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen, by the Irish writer George Bernard Shaw. Shaw offered it to those enthusiastic admirers of Wagner who "were unable to follow his ideas, and do not in the least understand the dilemma of Wotan." He interprets the Ring in Marxian terms as an allegory of the collapse of capitalism from its internal contradictions. Musicologically, his interpretation is noteworthy for its perception of the change in aesthetic direction beginning with the final scene of Siegfried, in which he claimed that the cycle turns from Musikdrama back towards opera. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-perfect-wagnerite-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
perfect wagnerite commentary niblung s ring originally published london 1898 philosophical commentary richard wagner s der ring des nibelungen irish writer george bernard shaw shaw offered enthusiastic admirers wagner were unable follow ideas least understand dilemma wotan interprets ring marxian terms allegory collapse capitalism internal contradictions musicologically interpretation noteworthy perception change aesthetic direction beginning final scene siegfried claimed cycle turns musikdrama back towards opera introduction wikipedia p |
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5045 |
5553 |
Rebel of the School |
L. T. Meade |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Kathleen O'Hara is a young pretty girl sent to school in England from Ireland by her father to get a good education, but Kathleen has other ideas. She quickly become friends with the girls of the school who don't pay for their education and in turn these girls consider Kathleen to be their Queen. What trouble will Kathleen and her friends get into? And what will the school do with the naughty, "Rebel of the School?" (Summary by Elaine Webb)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-rebel-of-the-school-by-mrs-l-t-meade/ |
kathleen o hara young pretty girl sent school england ireland father get good education kathleen ideas quickly become friends girls school pay education turn girls consider kathleen queen trouble kathleen friends get into school naughty rebel school summary elaine webb p |
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5046 |
5554 |
Invasion |
William Le Queux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
This novel, also known as The Invasion of 1910, is a 1906 novel written mainly by William Le Queux (with H. W. Wilson providing the naval chapters). It is one of the more famous examples of Invasion literature and is an example of pre-World War I Germanophobia, as it preached the need to prepare for war with Germany. The book takes the form of a military history and includes excerpts from the characters' journals and letters and descriptions of the fictional German campaign itself. The novel originally appeared in serial form in the Daily Mail newspaper from 19 March 1906, and was a huge success. The newspaper's circulation increased greatly, and it made a small fortune for Le Queux, eventually being translated into twenty-seven languages and selling over one million copies in book form.</p>\n\nIt is centered on an invasion by the Germans, who have managed to land a sizable invasion force on the East Coast of England. They advance inland, cutting all telegraph lines and despoiling farmland as they go, and the British struggle to mount a proper defense. The Germans eventually reach London and occupy half the city. A junior Member of Parliament declares that "Britain is not defeated" and organizes a resistance movement, the "League of Defenders", despite harsh reprisals by the Germans and a severe lack of arms. The Germans seem unable to combat this and tighten their control of London, and suddenly find themselves faced with a popular uprising. Eventually a newly-formed British Army marches to liberate London. The fictional war, however, is a stalemate since it appears that German forces have managed to occupy Belgium and the Netherlands. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-invasion-by-william-le-queux/ |
novel also known invasion 1910 1906 novel written mainly william le queux with h w wilson providing naval chapters one famous examples invasion literature example pre world war germanophobia preached need prepare war germany book takes form military history includes excerpts characters journals letters descriptions fictional german campaign itself novel originally appeared serial form daily mail newspaper 19 march 1906 huge success newspaper s circulation increased greatly made small fortune le queux eventually translated twenty seven languages selling one million copies book form p centered invasion germans managed land sizable invasion force east coast england advance inland cutting telegraph lines despoiling farmland go british struggle mount proper defense germans eventually reach london occupy half city junior member parliament declares britain defeated organizes resistance movement league defenders despite harsh reprisals germans severe lack arms germans seem unable combat tighten control london suddenly find faced popular uprising eventually newly formed british army marches liberate london fictional war however stalemate since appears german forces managed occupy belgium netherlands introduction wikipedia p |
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5047 |
5555 |
Black Tulip |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Black Tulip, written by Alexandre Dumas père and published in 1850, is a historical novel placed in the time of Tulipmania in the Netherlands. The novel begins with the 1672 politically motivated mob lynching of the de Witt brothers and then follows the story of Cornelius van Baerle, godson of Cornelius de Wit. Cornelius Van Baerle has joined the race to breed a truly black tulip – and to win the prize of 100,000 guilders, as well as fame and honour. As he nears his goal he is jailed and then of course rescued – by the beautiful Rosa, daughter of the jailer.<p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-tulip-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
black tulip written alexandre dumas père published 1850 historical novel placed time tulipmania netherlands novel begins 1672 politically motivated mob lynching de witt brothers follows story cornelius van baerle godson cornelius de wit cornelius van baerle joined race breed truly black tulip win prize 100 000 guilders well fame honour nears goal jailed course rescued beautiful rosa daughter jailer p |
| 5082 |
5048 |
5557 |
Ghost Ship |
John C. Hutcheson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This book intentionally veers in and out of the supernatural, as the title implies. The officers get more and more bewildered as they work out their position, and yet again encounter the same vessel going in an impossible direction. Having warned you of this, I must say that it is a well-written book about life aboard an ocean-going steamer at about the end of the nineteenth century. (Summary by N.H)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-ship-by-john-c-hutcheson/ |
book intentionally veers supernatural title implies officers get bewildered work position yet encounter vessel going impossible direction warned this must say well written book life aboard ocean going steamer end nineteenth century summary n h p |
| 5083 |
5049 |
5558 |
Short Poetry Collection 097 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2011.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-097/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers june 2011 p |
| 5084 |
5050 |
5559 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 032 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a> </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-032-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 5085 |
5051 |
5560 |
Grace Harlowe's Fourth Year at Overton College |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals." (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-fourth-year-at-overton-college-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals introduction wikipedia p |
| 5086 |
5052 |
5561 |
Outdoor Girls of Deepdale |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The Outdoor Girls of Deepdale was the first book in a long-running series centering around four girls: Betty Nelson, Mollie Billette, Amy Stonington, and Grace Ford. The girls go on many exciting adventures and solve mysteries. In this book the girls go on a long walking tour and in the process find a hundred dollar bill. Who owns the money and why is such a mysterious note attached? (Introduction by Elizabeth Wilcox)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-outdoor-girls-of-deepdale-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
outdoor girls deepdale first book long running series centering around four girls betty nelson mollie billette amy stonington grace ford girls go many exciting adventures solve mysteries book girls go long walking tour process find hundred dollar bill owns money mysterious note attached introduction elizabeth wilcox p |
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5053 |
5562 |
Cuentos de Hadas, Vol. 2 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Traducción de Kinder- und Hausmärchen ("Cuentos para la infancia y el hogar") de Jacob y Wilhelm Grimm. (Introducción por Karen Savage)<p> |
Spanish |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-hadas-vol-2-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm-2/ |
traducción de kinder und hausmärchen cuentos para la infancia el hogar de jacob wilhelm grimm introducción por karen savage p |
| 5088 |
5054 |
5563 |
Text-book of Assaying |
Cornelius Beringer |
*Non-fiction, Science |
This is a formal but relaxed text covering assaying techniques for most of the substances which are mined. As the authors say: "At first our intention was to supply a description of those substances only which have a commercial value, but on consideration we have added short accounts of the rarer elements..."<br /><br />The book's early chapters are wide-ranging, describing the general theory of assaying and a range of methods and reagents, with the later chapters describing analytical methods for different groups of metals and for some non-metallic substances. It includes many excellent illustrations of the scientific method, demonstrating the effects of changing the parameters of many of the assay techniques.<br /><br />It was first published in 1889; this edition in 1904.<br /><br />[The reader has omitted some mathematical examples, tables of data and descriptions of figures, where their inclusion would seem to over-complicate the text; and has attempted to describe many of the pieces of apparatus which are illustrated.] (Introduction by Peter Yearsley)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-text-book-of-assaying-by-cornelius-beringer/ |
formal relaxed text covering assaying techniques substances mined authors say at first intention supply description substances commercial value consideration added short accounts rarer elements br br the book s early chapters wide ranging describing general theory assaying range methods reagents later chapters describing analytical methods different groups metals non metallic substances includes many excellent illustrations scientific method demonstrating effects changing parameters many assay techniques br br it first published 1889 edition 1904 br br the reader omitted mathematical examples tables data descriptions figures inclusion would seem over complicate text attempted describe many pieces apparatus illustrated introduction peter yearsley p |
| 5089 |
5055 |
5564 |
Birdseye Views of Far Lands |
James T. Nichols |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<br /><em>Birdseye Views of Far Lands</em> is an interesting, wholesome presentation of something that a keen-eyed, alert traveler with the faculty of making contrasts with all classes of people in all sorts of places, in such a sympathetic way as to win their esteem and confidence, has been able to pick up as he has roamed over the face of the earth for a quarter of a century.<br><br>The book is not a geography, a history, a treatise on sociology or political economy. It is a Human Interest book which appeals to the reader who would like to go as the writer has gone and to see as the writer has seen the conformations of surface, the phenomena of nature and the human group that make up what we call a "world."<br><br>The reader finds facts indicating travel and study set forth in such vigorous, vivid style that the attention is held by a story while most valuable information is being obtained. The casual reader, the pupil in the public school and student in the high school, professional men and women, will all find the book at once highly interesting and instructive. In no other book with which I am acquainted can so much that is interesting be learned of the world in so short time and in such a pleasing way.<br><br>Teachers in rural schools will find the book especially helpful. It will inspire the pupils in the upper grades in these schools to do some observation work themselves and to in this manner seek to learn their own localities better, while at the same time it will suggest the collection of materials about other countries, their peoples, products, characteristics and importance from sources other than text books.<br><br>Every rural school as well as every high school and public library in the land should have one or more copies of this book. (Summary from book's Introduction.)<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/birdseye-views-of-far-lands-by-james-t-nichols/ |
br em birdseye views far lands em interesting wholesome presentation something keen eyed alert traveler faculty making contrasts classes people sorts places sympathetic way win esteem confidence able pick roamed face earth quarter century br br the book geography history treatise sociology political economy human interest book appeals reader would like go writer gone see writer seen conformations surface phenomena nature human group make call world br br the reader finds facts indicating travel study set forth vigorous vivid style attention held story valuable information obtained casual reader pupil public school student high school professional men women find book highly interesting instructive book acquainted much interesting learned world short time pleasing way br br teachers rural schools find book especially helpful inspire pupils upper grades schools observation work manner seek learn localities better time suggest collection materials countries peoples products characteristics importance sources text books br br every rural school well every high school public library land one copies book summary book s introduction br br |
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5056 |
5565 |
Poème du Mois - 007 Le dormeur du val |
Arthur Rimbaud |
Poetry, War & Military Fiction |
Chaque mois, nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs ais.<br>Ce poème est sans doute inspiré au jeune Rimbaud, 16 ans à l'époque, par la guerre franco-allemande de 1870, et plus particulièrement par la bataille de Sedan scellant la défaite française le 3 septembre 1870 à moins de 100 kilomètres de Charleville, son lieu de résidence à l'époque.(Wikipedia)<br><br> Le dormeur du val<br><br>\nC'est un trou de verdure où chante une rivière,<br>\nAccrochant follement aux herbes des haillons<br>\nD'argent ; où le soleil, de la montagne fière,<br>\nLuit : c'est un petit val qui mousse de rayons.<br><br>\nUn soldat jeune, bouche ouverte, tête nue,<br>\nEt la nuque baignant dans le frais cresson bleu,<br>\nDort ; il est étendu dans l'herbe, sous la nue,<br>\nPâle dans son lit vert où la lumière pleut.<br><br>\nLes pieds dans les glaïeuls, il dort. Souriant comme<br>\nSourirait un enfant malade, il fait un somme :<br>\nNature, berce-le chaudement : il a froid.<br><br>\nLes parfums ne font pas frissonner sa narine ;<br>\nIl dort dans le soleil, la main sur sa poitrine,<br>\nTranquille. Il a deux trous rouges au côté droit.<br><br> |
French |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/poeme-du-mois-007-le-dormeur-du-val-by-arthur-rimbaud/ |
chaque mois nous choisissons un poème qui est enregistré par un maximum de librivoxeurs ais br ce poème est sans doute inspiré au jeune rimbaud 16 ans à l époque par la guerre franco allemande de 1870 et plus particulièrement par la bataille de sedan scellant la défaite française le 3 septembre 1870 à moins de 100 kilomètres de charleville son lieu de résidence à l époque wikipedia br br le dormeur du val br br c est un trou de verdure où chante une rivière br accrochant follement aux herbes des haillons br d argent où le soleil de la montagne fière br luit c est un petit val qui mousse de rayons br br un soldat jeune bouche ouverte tête nue br et la nuque baignant dans le frais cresson bleu br dort il est étendu dans l herbe sous la nue br pâle dans son lit vert où la lumière pleut br br les pieds dans les glaïeuls il dort souriant comme br sourirait un enfant malade il fait un somme br nature berce le chaudement il froid br br les parfums ne font pas frissonner sa narine br il dort dans le soleil la main sur sa poitrine br tranquille il deux trous rouges au côté droit br br |
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5057 |
5566 |
Meno |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Meno (Ancient Greek: Μένων) is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato. Written in the Socratic dialectic style, it attempts to determine the definition of virtue, or arete, meaning in this case virtue in general, rather than particular virtues, such as justice or temperance. The goal is a common definition that applies equally to all particular virtues. Socrates moves the discussion past the philosophical confusion, or aporia, created by Meno's paradox (aka the learner's paradox) with the introduction of new Platonic ideas: the theory of knowledge as recollection, anamnesis, and in the final lines a movement towards Platonic idealism.. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/meno-by-plato-2/ |
meno ancient greek μένων socratic dialogue written plato written socratic dialectic style attempts determine definition virtue arete meaning case virtue general rather particular virtues justice temperance goal common definition applies equally particular virtues socrates moves discussion past philosophical confusion aporia created meno s paradox aka learner s paradox introduction new platonic ideas theory knowledge recollection anamnesis final lines movement towards platonic idealism introduction wikipedia p |
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5058 |
5567 |
Girl on the Boat |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
Also published as "Three Men and a Maid". The maid of the title is red-haired, dog-loving Wilhelmina "Billie" Bennet, and the three men are Bream Mortimer, a long-time friend and admirer of Billie, Eustace Hignett, a lily-livered poet who is engaged to Billie at the opening of the tale, and Sam Marlowe, Eustace's dashing cousin, who falls for Billie at first sight. All four find themselves on an ocean liner headed for England together, along with a capable young woman called Jane Hubbard who is smitten with Eustace, and typically Wodehousian romantic shenanigans ensue. (Introduction by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-on-the-boat-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
also published three men maid maid title red haired dog loving wilhelmina billie bennet three men bream mortimer long time friend admirer billie eustace hignett lily livered poet engaged billie opening tale sam marlowe eustace s dashing cousin falls billie first sight four find ocean liner headed england together along capable young woman called jane hubbard smitten eustace typically wodehousian romantic shenanigans ensue introduction wikipedia p |
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5059 |
5568 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 04: L'Uomo Solo |
Luigi Pirandello |
Anthologies |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. La quarta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1922. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<br><br>Questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.</p> |
Italian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-4-luomo-solo-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 la quarta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1922 riassunto di filippo gioachin br br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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5569 |
Running Water |
A. E. W. Mason |
General Fiction |
Although A.E.W. Mason is best known for The Four Feathers, an adventure novel of 1902 set in Egypt and the Sudan (and filmed several times), he was a prolific and popular writer of the period. Running Water, published in 1907, is, like its predecessor, a tale of romantic adventure. Though much of the story takes place in England, the real setting here is in the high Alps, in the range of Mont Blanc near Chamonix and Courmayeur. Here it is that Captain Hilary Chayne arrives, having spent the prior four years of his army service on the shores of the Red Sea, dreaming all the time of his return to the Alps, to the world of rock, ice, and snow, to mountaineering with all its challenges and joys, and to its comradeship. And here it is too that he meets the young and beautiful Sylvia Thesiger, a girl already in love with the high mountains, and seeking in them an escape, as far as possible, from her unpleasant and domineering mother.<br>Is it necessary to add that disappointments. problems, misunderstandings, and outright villainies, ensue to complicate the course of true love? After the twists and turns of novel's English midsection, the setting shifts back to the high Alps, and the final, climactic scene is played out on the heights of the Italian face of the Mont Blanc. This is the Brenva -- where thousands of feet of rock and glacier sweep steeply up to reach the highest point in western Europe. It is an Alpine route that today, over century later, even experienced climbers still find a challenge.\nThere are not many novels given over to mountaineering, and some consider Mason's descriptions of climbing among the finest in fiction. Unlike The Four Feathers, Running Water has never been filmed – though given the quality of some of Hollywood's mountaineering movies, that may actually be a blessing.<br>\nFinally, for those unfamiliar with the teminology, several French terms are customarily used by alpinists and appear in Mason's book. An aiguille (needle) is a peak, usually sharp pointed, often of rock, sometimes of ice and snow. The Chamonix aiguilles, many of which are mentioned here, are famous among climbers and lovers of alpine scenery. A col is a pass between two mountains, or ranges, and in the High Alps often of steep ice and snow, sometimes of rock. And an arête is a ridge, or spur, of a mountain, sometimes of ice or snow, sometimes of rock, and often of all three.\nHistorical note: The first ascent of the Brenva face was made by A.W. Moore and a party of three other British climbers and two Swiss alpine guides, in July, 1865. The account was published in Moore's book, The Alps in 1864, and it is this book that Garratt Skinner is reading in Chapter XII, as he lies in his Dorsetshire hammock. In 1943, another great British climber, T. Graham Brown published his Brenva, describing the various routes on the great southern face, on two of which had had made first ascents. Brown credits Running Water as first turning his attention to the face, and has high praise for its descriptions of mountaineering. (The second ascent for the Brenva route was made by W.A.P. Coolidge and others in 1870).<br>A further note: in Chapter XIII, Mason twice refers to Switzerland when he means France. Perhaps he was dozing; or perhaps he was drawing some of his material from Baedeker's Guide to Switzerland, whose earlier editions included the range of Mont Blanc, a chain shared by France, Italy, and Switzerland.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/running-water-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
although a e w mason best known four feathers adventure novel 1902 set egypt sudan and filmed several times prolific popular writer period running water published 1907 is like predecessor tale romantic adventure though much story takes place england real setting high alps range mont blanc near chamonix courmayeur captain hilary chayne arrives spent prior four years army service shores red sea dreaming time return alps world rock ice snow mountaineering challenges joys comradeship meets young beautiful sylvia thesiger girl already love high mountains seeking escape far possible unpleasant domineering mother br is necessary add disappointments problems misunderstandings outright villainies ensue complicate course true love twists turns novel s english midsection setting shifts back high alps final climactic scene played heights italian face mont blanc brenva thousands feet rock glacier sweep steeply reach highest point western europe alpine route today century later even experienced climbers still find challenge many novels given mountaineering consider mason s descriptions climbing among finest fiction unlike four feathers running water never filmed though given quality hollywood s mountaineering movies may actually blessing br finally unfamiliar teminology several french terms customarily used alpinists appear mason s book aiguille needle peak usually sharp pointed often rock sometimes ice snow chamonix aiguilles many mentioned here famous among climbers lovers alpine scenery col pass two mountains ranges high alps often steep ice snow sometimes rock arête ridge spur mountain sometimes ice snow sometimes rock often three historical note first ascent brenva face made a w moore party three british climbers two swiss alpine guides july 1865 account published moore s book alps 1864 book garratt skinner reading chapter xii lies dorsetshire hammock 1943 another great british climber t graham brown published brenva describing various routes great southern face two made first ascents brown credits running water first turning attention face high praise descriptions mountaineering the second ascent brenva route made w a p coolidge others 1870 br a note chapter xiii mason twice refers switzerland means france perhaps dozing perhaps drawing material baedeker s guide switzerland whose earlier editions included range mont blanc chain shared france italy switzerland p |
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5061 |
5570 |
Exploits of Juve |
Marcel Allain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Fantômas was introduced a few years after Arsène Lupin, another well-known thief. But whereas Lupin draws the line at murder, Fantômas has no such qualms and is shown as a sociopath who enjoys killing in a sadistic fashion.\n\nHe is totally ruthless, gives no mercy, and is loyal to none, not even his own children. He is a master of disguise, always appearing under an assumed identity, often that of a person whom he has murdered. Fantômas makes use of bizarre and improbable techniques in his crimes, such as plague-infested rats, giant snakes, and rooms that fill with sand.\n\nThe Exploits of Juve chronicles some of Juve’s adventures in pursuit of this master criminal and ends with what may be Fantomas’ revenge on the detective.\n\n(Introduction by Wikipedia and Don Jenkins) <br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-exploits-of-juve-by-marcel-allain-pierre-souvestre/ |
fantômas introduced years arsène lupin another well known thief whereas lupin draws line murder fantômas qualms shown sociopath enjoys killing sadistic fashion totally ruthless gives mercy loyal none even children master disguise always appearing assumed identity often person murdered fantômas makes use bizarre improbable techniques crimes plague infested rats giant snakes rooms fill sand exploits juve chronicles juve s adventures pursuit master criminal ends may fantomas revenge detective introduction wikipedia jenkins br br |
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5062 |
5571 |
Rule of St. Benedict |
Saint Benedict of Nursia |
Christianity - Other |
Quote:\nThe Rule of Saint Benedict (Regula Benedicti) is a book of precepts written by St. Benedict of Nursia for monks living communally under the authority of an abbot. Since about the 7th century it has also been adopted by communities of women. During the 1500 years of its existence, it has become the leading guide in Western Christianity for monastic living in community. The spirit of St Benedict's Rule is summed up in the motto of the Benedictine Confederation: pax ("peace") and the traditional ora et labora ("pray and work").(Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
540 |
https://librivox.org/the-rule-of-st-benedict-by-st-benedict-of-nursia/ |
quote rule saint benedict regula benedicti book precepts written st benedict nursia monks living communally authority abbot since 7th century also adopted communities women 1500 years existence become leading guide western christianity monastic living community spirit st benedict s rule summed motto benedictine confederation pax peace traditional ora et labora pray work introduction wikipedia p |
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5063 |
5572 |
Secret of Lonesome Cove |
Samuel Hopkins Adams |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A body is found on the beach not far from a New England town one morning. Curiously, nobody recognizes the dead woman, and nobody in or near the town seems to be a suspect in a possible murder, therefore most of them assume that she simply washed ashore from a passing vessel. Only problem is vessels didn't pass that stretch of the coast because of it's peculiar tides and eddies; hence its name, Lonesome Cove. Following the finding of the body, the officials of the town start acting a bit peculiar towards how to handle the dead body. The sheriff, the attorney in the town, the village gossip, and even the town doctor all seem to want the identification of the body hushed up. And therefore the body is immediately buried, and the officials hope all will be forgotten and done with. Cause of death: drowning. Enter Chester Kent, who isn't convinced in the same way that the townspeople are, and is willing to pull at his ear lobe in an effort to determine the identity of the body, and how it came to it's demise. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-lonesome-cove-by-samuel-hopkins-adams/ |
body found beach far new england town one morning curiously nobody recognizes dead woman nobody near town seems suspect possible murder therefore assume simply washed ashore passing vessel problem vessels pass stretch coast peculiar tides eddies hence name lonesome cove following finding body officials town start acting bit peculiar towards handle dead body sheriff attorney town village gossip even town doctor seem want identification body hushed up therefore body immediately buried officials hope forgotten done with cause death drowning enter chester kent convinced way townspeople are willing pull ear lobe effort determine identity body came demise introduction roger melin p |
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5064 |
5573 |
Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents: Ulysses S. Grant |
Ulysses S. Grant |
Literary Collections |
<i>The Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents</i> is an eleven-volume series of tomes comprising of proclamations, special messages, and inaugurations from several presidents throughout United States history. This work is from Volume seven part one: Ulysses S. Grant, March 4, 1869 to March 4, 1877 (Introduction by Jim Clevenger)<br /><br />\n<b>Prooflistening was provided by Barry Eads, denisedee, Sandra Cullum, and Linette Geisel.</b><br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-compilation-of-the-messages-and-papers-of-the-presidents-ulysses-s-grant-by-james-d-richardson/ |
i the compilation messages papers presidents i eleven volume series tomes comprising proclamations special messages inaugurations several presidents throughout united states history work volume seven part one ulysses s grant march 4 1869 march 4 1877 introduction jim clevenger br br b prooflistening provided barry eads denisedee sandra cullum linette geisel b br br |
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5065 |
5574 |
עולה (Injustice), with excerpt from The Escaping Club |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Short Stories, War & Military Fiction |
This is a bilingual project. The first part, in Hebrew, is the story "Injustice" by Yosef Haim Brenner, written following the conquest of Palestine by the British troops during WWI. The story takes place on the Turkish side of the dividing line between the combating forces. An escaped British prisoner of war had taken shelter among a group of Jewish workers, who, following a heated discussion, turned him over to the Turkish army. The second part of this project, in English, is a chapter in the book "The Escaping Club," written in 1922 by the same British prisoner of war, the aviator A. J. Evans, who gave his account of the same event. (Summary by Omri Lernau)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/injustice-and-escaping-club-by-yosef-haim-brenner-and-a-j-evans/ |
bilingual project first part hebrew story injustice yosef haim brenner written following conquest palestine british troops wwi story takes place turkish side dividing line combating forces escaped british prisoner war taken shelter among group jewish workers who following heated discussion turned turkish army second part project english chapter book the escaping club written 1922 british prisoner war aviator a j evans gave account event summary omri lernau p |
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5066 |
5575 |
Cádiz |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
<br />"Cádiz" es la octava novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós, continuación de "Gerona". Gabriel frecuenta la casa de doña Flora, donde se encuentra alojada la condesa Amaranta. Ésta le cuenta que está esperanzada porque un apuesto inglés, lord Gray, está cortejando a Inés, y tal vez la rescate de su destino. Inés vive prácticamente enclaustrada en casa de doña María, su futura suegra, empeñada en casarla con Diego de Rumblar, su hijo tarambana y sin mucha sesera. Efectivamente, lord Gray frecuenta la casa, pero no por el motivo que Amaranta cree. Grabriel, celoso, se deja ver también por casa de doña María pero, muy a su pesar, se hace amigo de lord Gray. Asistimos, entre tanto, a las tertulias políticas que tienen lugar en las dos casas, de ambiente liberal en casa de doña Flora y fuertemente conservador en casa de doña María... (Resumen de Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
br cádiz es la octava novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós continuación de gerona gabriel frecuenta la casa de doña flora donde se encuentra alojada la condesa amaranta ésta le cuenta que está esperanzada porque un apuesto inglés lord gray está cortejando inés tal vez la rescate de su destino inés vive prácticamente enclaustrada en casa de doña maría su futura suegra empeñada en casarla con diego de rumblar su hijo tarambana sin mucha sesera efectivamente lord gray frecuenta la casa pero por el motivo que amaranta cree grabriel celoso se deja ver también por casa de doña maría pero muy su pesar se hace amigo de lord gray asistimos entre tanto las tertulias políticas que tienen lugar en las dos casas de ambiente liberal en casa de doña flora fuertemente conservador en casa de doña maría resumen de wikipedia br br la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br br |
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5576 |
Roman Collar Detective |
Grace Johnson |
Detective Fiction |
A shot penetrates the still night air and one of Galton's leading citizens is a victim of a desperate killer's gun. Murder becomes entangled with politics and it takes a parish priest to discover "whodunit" in this thriller by a husband and wife novelist team. (Summary taken from original jacket blurb.)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/roman-collar-detective-by-grace-and-harold-johnson/ |
shot penetrates still night air one galton s leading citizens victim desperate killer s gun murder becomes entangled politics takes parish priest discover whodunit thriller husband wife novelist team summary taken original jacket blurb p |
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5068 |
5577 |
Crime: Its Cause and Treatment |
Clarence Darrow |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
Clarence Darrow was an American lawyer. He remains notable for his wit and agnosticism, which marked him as one of the most famous American lawyers and civil libertarians.\n\nIn this book, Darrow expands on his lifelong contention that psychological, physical, and environmental influences—not a conscious choice between right and wrong—control human behavior. To my ears (the reader's), the author has a rather simplistic behaviourist view of human behaviour, but he argues his position with wonderful clarity. Darrow is coherently critical of conspiracy laws, of the creation of laws by the powerful (and consequently the definition of "crime" by that group) .... and his views on the machinery of "justice" and on how criminals are treated are still very relevant. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/crime-its-cause-and-treatment-by-clarence-darrow/ |
clarence darrow american lawyer remains notable wit agnosticism marked one famous american lawyers civil libertarians book darrow expands lifelong contention psychological physical environmental influences not conscious choice right wrong control human behavior ears the reader s author rather simplistic behaviourist view human behaviour argues position wonderful clarity darrow coherently critical conspiracy laws creation laws powerful and consequently definition crime group views machinery justice criminals treated still relevant summary adapted wikipedia p |
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5069 |
5578 |
Case of the Pool of Blood in the Pastor's Study |
Grace Isabel Colbron |
Detective Fiction |
Joseph Muller, police detective, travels to a remote Hungarian village to discover the truth behind the murder of a beloved village Pastor. (Introduction by Dawn)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-the-pool-of-blood-in-the-pastors-study-by-grace-colbron-and-augusta-groner/ |
joseph muller police detective travels remote hungarian village discover truth behind murder beloved village pastor introduction dawn p |
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5070 |
5579 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces at Work |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
The novel carries forward the continuing story of the three cousins Louise Merrick, Beth De Graf, and Patsy Doyle, and their circle. The title is somewhat misleading; it could more accurately have been called Aunt Jane's Nieces in Politics. (Uncle John Merrick tells his nieces that politics is "work," which yields the title.)</p>\n\nThe story begins three days after the end of the previous book, Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville; the freckled and red-haired Patsy still sports a sunburn from her summer in the Adirondacks. She and Louise have received letters from their "cousin" Kenneth Forbes, the young man who inherited Aunt Jane's estate in the first book of the series. Kenneth has become involved in politics: he is running as the Republican candidate for the local seat in the New York State legislature, but thinks he is going to lose to his opponent. The family decide to go all out to help Kenneth win the election... (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-at-work-by-l-frank-baum/ |
novel carries forward continuing story three cousins louise merrick beth de graf patsy doyle circle title somewhat misleading could accurately called aunt jane s nieces politics uncle john merrick tells nieces politics work yields title p story begins three days end previous book aunt jane s nieces millville freckled red haired patsy still sports sunburn summer adirondacks louise received letters cousin kenneth forbes young man inherited aunt jane s estate first book series kenneth become involved politics running republican candidate local seat new york state legislature thinks going lose opponent family decide go help kenneth win election summary wikipedia p |
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5071 |
5580 |
Dancing Mania |
Justus Hecker |
*Non-fiction, History , Psychology |
Numerous theories have been proposed for the causes of dancing mania, and it remains unclear whether it was a real illness or a social phenomenon.<br><br>\n\nOne of the most prominent theories is that victims suffered from ergot poisoning, which was known as St Anthony's Fire in the Middle Ages. During floods and damp periods, ergots were able to grow and affect rye and other crops. Ergotism can cause hallucinations, but cannot account for the other strange behaviour most commonly identified with dancing mania.<br><br>\n\nMany sources discuss how dancing mania, and tarantism, may have simply been the result of stress and tension caused by natural disasters around the time, such as plagues and floods…people may have danced to relieve themselves of the stress and poverty of the day, and in doing so, attempted to become ecstatic and see visions. Sources agree that dancing mania was one of the earliest forms of mass hysteria, and describe it as a "psychic epidemic", with numerous explanations that might account for the behaviour of the dancers.<br><br>\n\nAnother popular theory is that the outbreaks were all staged, and the appearance of strange behaviour was down to its unfamiliarity. Religious cults may have been acting out well-organised dances, in accordance with ancient Greek and Roman rituals. Despite being banned at the time, these rituals could be performed under the guise of uncontrollable dancing mania. (Introduction from Wikipedia, slightly adapted.)</p> |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/the-dancing-mania-by-justus-hecker/ |
numerous theories proposed causes dancing mania remains unclear whether real illness social phenomenon br br one prominent theories victims suffered ergot poisoning known st anthony s fire middle ages floods damp periods ergots able grow affect rye crops ergotism cause hallucinations cannot account strange behaviour commonly identified dancing mania br br many sources discuss dancing mania tarantism may simply result stress tension caused natural disasters around time plagues floods people may danced relieve stress poverty day so attempted become ecstatic see visions sources agree dancing mania one earliest forms mass hysteria describe psychic epidemic numerous explanations might account behaviour dancers br br another popular theory outbreaks staged appearance strange behaviour unfamiliarity religious cults may acting well organised dances accordance ancient greek roman rituals despite banned time rituals could performed guise uncontrollable dancing mania introduction wikipedia slightly adapted p |
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5581 |
Uli der Knecht |
Jeremias Gotthelf |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Der Roman Uli der Knecht von Jeremias Gotthelf (1797-1854) erschien 1841. Es handelt sich formal um einen pikaresk angelegten Roman. Die Episodenhaftigkeit ist hier als relevantes Merkmal zu nennen. Daneben ist der Roman aber als Bildungsroman/Erziehungsroman einzustufen, der - ganz im Zeichen von Gotthelfs Lehrtätigkeit - den Leser auf den richtigen Weg sowohl hinsichtlich des Geldes wie auch der Ehrfurcht vor Gott und dem Meister, führen soll.\n\n<br><br><a href="https://librivox.org/uli-der-paechter-by-jeremias-gotthelf/">LibriVox Aufnahme von Uli der Pächter</a>, der Fortsetzung des Romans<br></br> |
German |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/uli-der-knecht-by-jeremias-gotthelf/ |
der roman uli der knecht von jeremias gotthelf 1797 1854 erschien 1841 es handelt sich formal um einen pikaresk angelegten roman die episodenhaftigkeit ist hier als relevantes merkmal zu nennen daneben ist der roman aber als bildungsroman erziehungsroman einzustufen der ganz im zeichen von gotthelfs lehrtätigkeit den leser auf den richtigen weg sowohl hinsichtlich des geldes wie auch der ehrfurcht vor gott und dem meister führen soll br br a href https librivox org uli der paechter by jeremias gotthelf librivox aufnahme von uli der pächter a der fortsetzung des romans br br |
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5073 |
5582 |
In Londen en Parijs |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
A Tale of Two Cities (Nederlands: In Londen en Parijs of De Geschiedenis van Twee Steden) is een roman van Charles Dickens, die zich afspeelt in Londen en Parijs ten tijde van de Franse Revolutie. De roman verscheen in wekelijkse afleveringen in het tijdschrift All the Year Round, tussen april en november 1859.</p> |
Dutch |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/in-londen-en-parijs-by-charles-dickens/ |
tale two cities nederlands londen en parijs de geschiedenis van twee steden een roman van charles dickens die zich afspeelt londen en parijs ten tijde van de franse revolutie de roman verscheen wekelijkse afleveringen het tijdschrift year round tussen april en november 1859 p |
| 5108 |
5081 |
5592 |
At Home From Church |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of At Home From Church by Sarah Orne Jewett. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 19, 2011.<br><br>Jewett possessed a keen descriptive gift that William Dean Howells called "an uncommon feeling for talk — I hear your people." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/at-home-from-church-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings home church sarah orne jewett fortnightly poetry project june 19 2011 br br jewett possessed keen descriptive gift william dean howells called an uncommon feeling talk hear people summary wikipedia p |
| 5109 |
5074 |
5584 |
New England Girlhood: Outlined From Memory |
Lucy Larcom |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Lucy Larcom was an American poet, teacher, and mil-worker. According to Wikipedia: "Larcom served as a model for the change in women's roles in society." This is her colorful autobiography. Here, she tells about her happy childhood, and her time working in the mill. Along the way, she speaks about topics like morality, independence, love and loss inside a family, a strong belief in god, and the effects of being poor. Fans of Gene Stratton Porter, Fanny Fern and Susan Warner, and Ella Wheeler Wilcox will be delighted with this book. Lucy's sunny personality makes this book a very uplifting and interesting read.\n(Summary by Stav Nisser.)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/a-new-england-girlhood-outlined-from-memory-by-lucy-larcom/ |
lucy larcom american poet teacher mil worker according wikipedia larcom served model change women s roles society colorful autobiography here tells happy childhood time working mill along way speaks topics like morality independence love loss inside family strong belief god effects poor fans gene stratton porter fanny fern susan warner ella wheeler wilcox delighted book lucy s sunny personality makes book uplifting interesting read summary stav nisser p |
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5075 |
5586 |
Common Sense (version 2) |
Thomas Paine |
Political Science |
Thomas Paine has a claim to the title The Father of the American Revolution because of Common Sense, the pro-independence monograph pamphlet he anonymously published on January 10, 1776; signed "Written by an Englishman", the pamphlet became an immediate success. It quickly spread among the literate, and, in three months, 100,000 copies (estimated 500,000 total including pirated editions sold during the course of the Revolution) sold throughout the American British colonies (with only two million free inhabitants), making it the best-selling book ever. Paine's original title for the pamphlet was Plain Truth; Paine's friend, pro-independence advocate Benjamin Rush, suggested Common Sense instead.<br>\n\nThe pamphlet appeared in January 1776, after the Revolution had started. It was passed around, and often read aloud in taverns, contributing significantly to spreading the idea of republicanism, bolstering enthusiasm for separation from Britain, and encouraging recruitment for the Continental Army. Paine provided a new and convincing argument for independence by advocating a complete break with history. Common Sense is oriented to the future in a way that compels the reader to make an immediate choice. It offers a solution for Americans disgusted and alarmed at the threat of tyranny. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1776 |
https://librivox.org/common-sense-by-thomas-paine-2/ |
thomas paine claim title father american revolution common sense pro independence monograph pamphlet anonymously published january 10 1776 signed written englishman pamphlet became immediate success quickly spread among literate and three months 100 000 copies estimated 500 000 total including pirated editions sold course revolution sold throughout american british colonies with two million free inhabitants making best selling book ever paine s original title pamphlet plain truth paine s friend pro independence advocate benjamin rush suggested common sense instead br pamphlet appeared january 1776 revolution started passed around often read aloud taverns contributing significantly spreading idea republicanism bolstering enthusiasm separation britain encouraging recruitment continental army paine provided new convincing argument independence advocating complete break history common sense oriented future way compels reader make immediate choice offers solution americans disgusted alarmed threat tyranny introduction wikipedia p |
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5076 |
5587 |
$30,000 Bequest and Other Stories (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories is a 1906 collection of 30 comic short stories by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. Published just 4 years before his death, this was the last time he chose works from throughout his career, in an effort to show the diversity of his style and the breadth and depth of his interests. (Introduction by John Greenman & Wikipedia ) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-30000-bequest-and-other-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
30 000 bequest stories 1906 collection 30 comic short stories american humorist writer mark twain published 4 years death last time chose works throughout career effort show diversity style breadth depth interests introduction john greenman wikipedia |
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5077 |
5588 |
Round the Block |
John Bell Bouton |
General Fiction |
In Round the Block (1864), John Bell Bouton, a newspaper editor who later became a travel writer, stirs together comedy and pathos to explore the schemes and dreams of the average and extraordinary people inhabiting and intermingling on a single New York City block. In the path of the novel's circumambulation lie mystery, romance, and a murder trial, as love-matches and fortunes are made and lost through invention, speculation, and flimflam - plenty of flimflam. This richly-charactered novel, told with Dickensian brio, offers a fascinating slice of life, vivid in detail, of the bustling big-city habits and mores of America shortly before the Civil War. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/round-the-block-by-john-bell-bouton/ |
round block 1864 john bell bouton newspaper editor later became travel writer stirs together comedy pathos explore schemes dreams average extraordinary people inhabiting intermingling single new york city block path novel s circumambulation lie mystery romance murder trial love matches fortunes made lost invention speculation flimflam plenty flimflam richly charactered novel told dickensian brio offers fascinating slice life vivid detail bustling big city habits mores america shortly civil war introduction grant hurlock p |
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5078 |
5589 |
Rhymed Receipts for Any Occasion |
Imogen Clark |
Poetry, Cooking |
In addition to being amusing, recipes written in a poetic form were easy to remember and used as learning tools for the young housekeeper. Many of the poems in this 1912 publication were originally published in Woman's Home Companion, Good Housekeeping Magazine, the Housewife, Table Talk, and the Boston Cooking School Magazine. [Summary by Betsie Bush]</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/rhymed-receipts-for-any-occasion-by-imogen-clark/ |
addition amusing recipes written poetic form easy remember used learning tools young housekeeper many poems 1912 publication originally published woman s home companion good housekeeping magazine housewife table talk boston cooking school magazine summary betsie bush p |
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5079 |
5590 |
Bible (YLT) 16: Nehemiah |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Nehemiah is the story of a man determined to restore the Temple, as well as the strength and integrity of the Nation of Israel. A lowly butler to a mighty king, Nehemiah rises to a postition of prominence among his people as he reminds them of their obligation to the Law of Moses. Nehemiah is a man of prayer and deep reverence to his God who is constantly on the look-out for his people, as well as for those who disobey the Law and the Sabbath day. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/bible-nehemiah-ylt/ |
nehemiah story man determined restore temple well strength integrity nation israel lowly butler mighty king nehemiah rises postition prominence among people reminds obligation law moses nehemiah man prayer deep reverence god constantly look out people well disobey law sabbath day introduction mark penfold p |
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5080 |
5591 |
Flight |
Lloyd Mifflin |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Flight by Lloyd Mifflin.<br>This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 19, 2011.<br>Lloyd Mifflin first received art instruction from his father and then at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, as well as studying in germany. He later beleived that the paint fumes were afecting his health, so he turned to writing poetry. He eventually published over 500 sonnet.<br>The Flight is from The Golden Treasury or American Songs and Lyrics (1897) - edited by Frederic Lawrence Knowles (1864 - 1905) (summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-flight-by-lloyd-mifflin/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings flight lloyd mifflin br this weekly poetry project june 19 2011 br lloyd mifflin first received art instruction father pennsylvania academy fine arts well studying germany later beleived paint fumes afecting health turned writing poetry eventually published 500 sonnet br the flight golden treasury american songs lyrics 1897 edited frederic lawrence knowles 1864 1905 summary david lawrence p |
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5082 |
5593 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 10 (Multilingual) |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
LibriVox readers present the tenth collection of monologues from Shakespeare’s plays. Containing 20 parts. William Shakespeare (April 26, 1564 – April 23, 1616) remains widely to be considered the single greatest playwright of all time. He wrote in such a variety of genres – tragedy, comedy, romance, &c – that there is always at least one monologue in each of his plays. Some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. Each monologue will touch everybody differently. Some people will be so moved by a particular monologue that they will want to record it. (Summary by Shurtagal) In a departure from previous collections we are including versions from the many languages to which his works have been translated.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-shakespeare-monologues-collection-010-by-william-shakespeare/ |
librivox readers present tenth collection monologues shakespeare s plays containing 20 parts william shakespeare april 26 1564 april 23 1616 remains widely considered single greatest playwright time wrote variety genres tragedy comedy romance c always least one monologue plays teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving monologue touch everybody differently people moved particular monologue want record it summary shurtagal departure previous collections including versions many languages works translated p |
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5594 |
Jacket |
Jack London |
Published 1900 onward |
A framing story is told in the first person by Darrell Standing, a university professor serving life imprisonment in San Quentin State Prison for murder. Prison officials try to break his spirit by means of a torture device called "the jacket," a canvas jacket which can be tightly laced so as to compress the whole body, inducing angina. Standing discovers how to withstand the torture by entering a kind of trance state, in which he walks among the stars and experiences portions of past lives.<br><br>\n\nThe jacket itself was actually used at San Quentin at the time and Jack London's descriptions of it were based on interviews with a former convict named Ed Morrell, which is also the name of a character in the novel. For his role in the Sontag and Evans gang which robbed the Southern Pacific Railroad in the 1890s, Morrell spent fourteen years in California prisons (1894-1908), five of them in solitary confinement. London championed his pardon. After his release, Morrell was a frequent guest at London's Beauty Ranch. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-jacket-or-star-rover-by-jack-london/ |
framing story told first person darrell standing university professor serving life imprisonment san quentin state prison murder prison officials try break spirit means torture device called the jacket canvas jacket tightly laced compress whole body inducing angina standing discovers withstand torture entering kind trance state walks among stars experiences portions past lives br br jacket actually used san quentin time jack london s descriptions based interviews former convict named ed morrell also name character novel role sontag evans gang robbed southern pacific railroad 1890s morrell spent fourteen years california prisons 1894 1908 five solitary confinement london championed pardon release morrell frequent guest london s beauty ranch introduction wikipedia p |
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5084 |
5595 |
House of the Whispering Pines |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The country club house The Whispering Pines was closed for the winter, but only one day after he locked the place personally, the narrator sees smoke come out of the chimney. He decides to investigate and enters the house. Hidden in the dark, he sees the sister of his fiance, the girl he secretly loves, run out of the house with tears in her eyes. Upstairs then, he discovers the dead body of his betrothed... (Introduction by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-whispering-pines-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
country club house whispering pines closed winter one day locked place personally narrator sees smoke come chimney decides investigate enters house hidden dark sees sister fiance girl secretly loves run house tears eyes upstairs then discovers dead body betrothed introduction carolin p |
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5085 |
5596 |
History of Farming in Ontario |
C. C. James |
Early Modern |
This is a paper on the history of farming in Ontario. It take the reader through the early settlement from 1783 to the modern period of 1888-1912. We see how farming and farm industries developed and how the population was distributed during these times. We see the trends of settlers moving into the Urban centers instead of rural and how the farm industries (making cheese, butter, wool, etc) move off the farm to the city factories.\n<BR>\nExcerpt: “The farmer’s wife in those days was perhaps the most expert master of trades ever known. She could spin and weave, make a carpet or a rug, dye yarns and clothes, and make a straw hat or a birch broom. Butter, cheese, and maple sugar were products of her skill, as well as bread, soap, canned fruits, and home-made wine. In those days the farm was a miniature factory or combination of factories.” (Summary by Esther)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-farming-in-ontario-by-c-c-james/ |
paper history farming ontario take reader early settlement 1783 modern period 1888 1912 see farming farm industries developed population distributed times see trends settlers moving urban centers instead rural farm industries making cheese butter wool etc move farm city factories br excerpt the farmer s wife days perhaps expert master trades ever known could spin weave make carpet rug dye yarns clothes make straw hat birch broom butter cheese maple sugar products skill well bread soap canned fruits home made wine days farm miniature factory combination factories summary esther p |
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5086 |
5597 |
Noli Me Tangere (The Social Cancer) |
José Rizal |
Literary Fiction |
Noli Me Tangere (Latin for Touch Me Not) is a novel by the National Hero of the Philippines, Dr. José Rizal. It was originally written in Spanish, and first published in Germany in 1887. Noli Me Tangere exposed the corruption and abuse of the Spanish government and clergy towards the Philippine people and the ills of the Philippine society. This novel, and its sequel El Filibusterismo were banned in many parts of the Islands. Rizal was later arrested for inciting rebellion, based largely on his writings, and was executed in Manila. Noli Me Tangere, and the execution of Rizal, indirectly influenced the Philippine revolution from Spain. Today, Noli Me Tangere is required reading in all Philippine Schools. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/noli-me-tangere-by-jose-rizal/ |
noli tangere latin touch not novel national hero philippines dr josé rizal originally written spanish first published germany 1887 noli tangere exposed corruption abuse spanish government clergy towards philippine people ills philippine society novel sequel el filibusterismo banned many parts islands rizal later arrested inciting rebellion based largely writings executed manila noli tangere execution rizal indirectly influenced philippine revolution spain today noli tangere required reading philippine schools summary joed p |
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5114 |
5628 |
Reed Anthony, Cowman: An Autobiography |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
Adams breathes life into the story of a Texas cowboy who becomes a wealthy and influential cattleman.. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/reed-anthony-cowman-an-autobiography-by-andy-adams/ |
adams breathes life story texas cowboy becomes wealthy influential cattleman introduction wikipedia p |
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5087 |
5598 |
Silent House |
Fergus Hume |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />A mystery about a "locked door" murder committed in a house that has a reputation for being haunted. In the first half of the book, the murderer appears to be easy to figure out. The second half of the book, however, is filled with plot twists and mistaken identities and thus complicates the mystery much more. (Summary by cherly)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-silent-house-by-fergus-hume/ |
br a mystery locked door murder committed house reputation haunted first half book murderer appears easy figure out second half book however filled plot twists mistaken identities thus complicates mystery much more summary cherly br br |
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5088 |
5599 |
Dark Hollow |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
The small town of Shelby is shaken by a brutal murder. A man by the name of Etheridge was found beaten to death. A local inn-keeper, is convicted and executed for the crime. Many years later, "a woman in purple" shows up at the house of Ostrander, the respected judge who had sentenced the inn-keeper to be executed. This mysterious woman turns out to be the wife of the convicted man, but she does not believe he was guilty. She visits the Judge, to challenge him on his verdict. He listens to her plea, but reaffirms his belief in her husbands guilt. Having nowhere to go, Deborah is given the position of maid, which she secretly uses to obtain proof of her husband's innocence and the identity of the real killer. However, the initial evidence that Deborah collects points in troubling new directions. (Summary by Elaine Webb)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dark-hollow-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
small town shelby shaken brutal murder man name etheridge found beaten death local inn keeper convicted executed crime many years later a woman purple shows house ostrander respected judge sentenced inn keeper executed mysterious woman turns wife convicted man believe guilty visits judge challenge verdict listens plea reaffirms belief husbands guilt nowhere go deborah given position maid secretly uses obtain proof husband s innocence identity real killer however initial evidence deborah collects points troubling new directions summary elaine webb p |
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5089 |
5601 |
Piccadilly A Fragment of Contemporary Biography |
Laurence Oliphant |
Satire |
<br />Laurence Oliphant, author, international traveller, diplomatist and mystic, who spent a decade in later life under the influence of the spiritualist prophet Thomas Lake Harris, writes here under the amusing guise of Lord Frank Vanecourt, bringing us a veritable pot-pourri of events from everyday life in 1865 as he moves amongst the great, the good, and not so good who reside in the exclusive area of London's Piccadilly W1 and its surroundings. (Introduction by Nigel Carrington)<br /><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/piccadilly-a-fragment-of-contemporary-biography-by-laurence-oliphant/ |
br laurence oliphant author international traveller diplomatist mystic spent decade later life influence spiritualist prophet thomas lake harris writes amusing guise lord frank vanecourt bringing us veritable pot pourri events everyday life 1865 moves amongst great good good reside exclusive area london s piccadilly w1 surroundings introduction nigel carrington br br |
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5090 |
5602 |
Precipice |
Elia Wilkinson Peattie |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
<br />Elia Peattie was an outspoken journalist and social activist who gave her attention to such areas as orphanages, charity hospitals, the Wounded Knee massacre, capital punishment, and the like. <i>The Precipice</i> is partially based on the life of her close friend Katherine Ostrander, a social work pioneer, and tells of the evolution of Kate Barrington after her college years and with it the evolution of society as a whole and women in particular in pre-World War I America. Friendship, romance, betrayal, searchings of the soul, dreams, and shattered hopes -- all the stuff of life -- bring Kate to full realization of her true self. (Introduction by Mary Schneider)<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-precipice-by-elia-wilkinson-peattie/ |
br elia peattie outspoken journalist social activist gave attention areas orphanages charity hospitals wounded knee massacre capital punishment like i the precipice i partially based life close friend katherine ostrander social work pioneer tells evolution kate barrington college years evolution society whole women particular pre world war america friendship romance betrayal searchings soul dreams shattered hopes stuff life bring kate full realization true self introduction mary schneider br br |
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5091 |
5603 |
Little Sister Snow |
Frances Little |
General Fiction |
American author Fannie Caldwell, under pen name of Frances Little, tells the story of young Yuki San growing up in Japan circa early 1900s, and of her dreams of an American. (Introduction by Cheri Gardner)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/little-sister-snow-by-frances-little/ |
american author fannie caldwell pen name frances little tells story young yuki san growing japan circa early 1900s dreams american introduction cheri gardner p |
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5092 |
5604 |
Story of the Days to Come |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
Set in London in the early 22nd century, this novella depicts the troubles of two lovers, Denton and Elizabeth. Elizabeth is a well-to-do woman with many connections, but Denton is only a middle-class worker. Elizabeth's father strongly disapproves of the match, and orders a hypnotist to hypnotize his daughter into thinking that she is in love with another. When the scheme is found out, Denton and Elizabeth elope, leading to a string of events that take them from the top of London society to horrifying depths of "underneath" London. (Summary by WoollyBee)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-story-of-the-days-to-come-by-h-g-wells/ |
set london early 22nd century novella depicts troubles two lovers denton elizabeth elizabeth well to do woman many connections denton middle class worker elizabeth s father strongly disapproves match orders hypnotist hypnotize daughter thinking love another scheme found out denton elizabeth elope leading string events take top london society horrifying depths underneath london summary woollybee p |
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5093 |
5605 |
World Set Free (version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Radioactive decay is a major theme in the novel The World Set Free, published in 1914. Wells explores what might happen if the rate of decay could be sped up. The book may have encouraged scientists to explore theories of nuclear chain reaction. It also served as a vehicle for Wells to develop his ideas on survival of the human race. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-set-free-by-h-g-wells-2/ |
radioactive decay major theme novel world set free published 1914 wells explores might happen rate decay could sped up book may encouraged scientists explore theories nuclear chain reaction also served vehicle wells develop ideas survival human race summary bill boerst p |
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5250 |
5776 |
Uncle Bernac: A Memory of the Empire |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Looking for a replacement to Sherlock Holmes after the author had killed him off in 1894, Doyle wrote this murder mystery in the dying years of the 19th century. Set in Napoleon's era, it involves a Frenchman returning to his native land to join the Emperor's ranks. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-bernac-a-memory-of-the-empire-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
looking replacement sherlock holmes author killed 1894 doyle wrote murder mystery dying years 19th century set napoleon s era involves frenchman returning native land join emperor s ranks summary cathy barratt p |
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5094 |
5606 |
Twenty-five Sermons on The Holy Land |
Thomas De Witt Talmage |
Christianity - Other |
When Rev. T. DeWitt Talmage went to visit the Holy Land, he wrote sermons for his home church and sent them back to be read. It resulted in this wonderful collection of sermons exploring in depth the places he visited, explaining their significance both in the past and present, describing what he saw and how he felt. As well as what happened there in biblical times, all the while expanding on that and teaching valuable lessons about Christ and how he is just as real today as he was when he walked the Earth in physical form. His sermons are always very informative and and full of help for your Christian walk. This book is an excellent sketch or the Holy Land as well as a thought provoking set of sermons, which will have you thinking about your own personal relationship with Christ. (Summary by fiddlesticks) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-five-sermons-on-the-holy-land-by-thomas-de-witt-talmage/ |
rev t dewitt talmage went visit holy land wrote sermons home church sent back read resulted wonderful collection sermons exploring depth places visited explaining significance past present describing saw felt well happened biblical times expanding teaching valuable lessons christ real today walked earth physical form sermons always informative full help christian walk book excellent sketch holy land well thought provoking set sermons thinking personal relationship christ summary fiddlesticks |
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5095 |
5607 |
Bruised Reed |
Richard Sibbes |
Christianity - Commentary |
Richard Sibbes was a Puritan pastor and theologian in the 17th century. His best known work, The Bruised Reed, is based on a Scripture verse from Matt. 12:20: "A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory." Sibbes uses this text to respond to the despondent thoughts and fears that many Christians have. He draws a picture of Christ's gentleness and mercy for the Christians who feel themselves small and weak. The Bruised Reed is full of an amazing amount of soul-comfort. I cannot recommend it highly enough, especially to Christians struggling with depression, regret, or fear.</p>\n\nThe publishers' foreword quotes Dr. Martyn Lloyd Jones, who said:\n\n"I shall never cease to be grateful to . . . Richard Sibbes who was balm to my soul at a period in my life when I was overworked and badly overtired, and therefore subject in an unusual manner to the onslaughts of the devil. In that state and condition . . . what you need is some gentle, tender treatment for your soul. I found at that time that Richard Sibbes, who was known in London in the early seventeenth century as 'the heavenly Doctor Sibbes', was an unfailing remedy. His books The Bruised Reed and The Soul's Conflict quietened, soothed, comforted, encouraged and healed me."\n\n(Introduction by rosea)<p> |
English |
1630 |
https://librivox.org/the-bruised-reed-by-richard-sibbes/ |
richard sibbes puritan pastor theologian 17th century best known work bruised reed based scripture verse matt 12 20 a bruised reed shall break smoking flax shall quench till send forth judgment unto victory sibbes uses text respond despondent thoughts fears many christians have draws picture christ s gentleness mercy christians feel small weak bruised reed full amazing amount soul comfort cannot recommend highly enough especially christians struggling depression regret fear p publishers foreword quotes dr martyn lloyd jones said i shall never cease grateful richard sibbes balm soul period life overworked badly overtired therefore subject unusual manner onslaughts devil state condition need gentle tender treatment soul found time richard sibbes known london early seventeenth century the heavenly doctor sibbes unfailing remedy books bruised reed soul s conflict quietened soothed comforted encouraged healed me introduction rosea p |
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5096 |
5608 |
Lady Rose's Daughter |
Mary Augusta Ward |
General Fiction |
"Julie Le Breton enchants almost everyone around her with her smart, charm, and excellent manners. She almost belongs to the English highest nobility, but just almost… Her parents, 2 aristocrats who ran away from England in order to be together, could never marry - because her mother was married to someone else. Therefore, she is forced to work for the cruel Lady Henry Delafield, who hates her. She has a few good friends, amongst whom are 2 admirers… And that is only the beginning. This is a compelling drama, set mostly in England, among the English aristocracy. By turns smart, funny and moving, it's the story of a strong and good woman- just trying to survive and make the correct choices. But sometimes, doing what is right doesn't make you happy. Only by giving up the man she loves, can Julie get the honorable place she deserves- beside a man whos strong love for her "saved" her.</p>\nThis novel has been adapted for a play in Broadway in 1903 (the year in which it was published), and a silent film in 1920."<br>Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/lady-roses-daughter-by-mary-augusta-ward/ |
julie le breton enchants almost everyone around smart charm excellent manners almost belongs english highest nobility almost parents 2 aristocrats ran away england order together could never marry mother married someone else therefore forced work cruel lady henry delafield hates her good friends amongst 2 admirers beginning compelling drama set mostly england among english aristocracy turns smart funny moving story strong good woman trying survive make correct choices sometimes right make happy giving man loves julie get honorable place deserves beside man whos strong love saved her p novel adapted play broadway 1903 the year published silent film 1920 br summary stav nisser p |
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5097 |
5609 |
Timon of Athens |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
The Life of Timon of Athens is a play by William Shakespeare about the fortunes of an Athenian named Timon (and probably influenced by the philosopher of the same name, as well), generally regarded as one of his most obscure and difficult works. Originally grouped with the tragedies, it is generally considered such, but some scholars group it with the problem plays. <br>\n\nThe play has caused considerable debate among scholars. It is oddly constructed, with several lacunae (gaps) and for this reason is often described as unfinished, multi-authored, and/or experimental. No precise date of composition can be given and, while most place it as close but prior to the late romances, theories posited have ranged broadly from Shakespeare's first work to his last. It is usually grouped with the tragedies (as in the First Folio), though some scholars have placed it with the problem comedies despite the death of its title character. Source material includes Plutarch's "Life of Alcibiades" and Lucian's dialogue, Timon the Misanthrope. The play had not been published prior to its inclusion in the First Folio (1623). (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Apemantus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Alcibiades: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Caphis; Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Cupid; Timandra; Third Senator; Varro's Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>First Bandit; First Varro's Servant; Lucullus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>First Lady; Phrynia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5077">Sandra G</a><br>First Lord; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>First Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>First Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6292">Elaine Webb</a><br>Flaminius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6487">thebicyclethief</a><br>Flavius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">Peter Bishop</a><br>Fool; Titus; Ventidius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Fourth Lord; Lucius Servant; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Hortensius; Jeweller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Lucilius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Merchant; Servilius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6515">Sebastian Stephenson</a><br>Messenger; Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>Painter; Second Stranger; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>Poet; Third Stranger; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Second Bandit; Sempronius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Second Lord; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Second Senator; Old Athenian; Third Servant; Isadore's Servant; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Second Servant; Second Varro's Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Third Bandit; Philotus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Third Lord; Others: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Timon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6473">Barty Begley</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Algy Pug<p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/timon-of-athens-by-william-shakespeare/ |
life timon athens play william shakespeare fortunes athenian named timon and probably influenced philosopher name well generally regarded one obscure difficult works originally grouped tragedies generally considered such scholars group problem plays br play caused considerable debate among scholars oddly constructed several lacunae gaps reason often described unfinished multi authored and or experimental precise date composition given and place close prior late romances theories posited ranged broadly shakespeare s first work last usually grouped tragedies as first folio though scholars placed problem comedies despite death title character source material includes plutarch s life alcibiades lucian s dialogue timon misanthrope play published prior inclusion first folio 1623 summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br apemantus a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br alcibiades a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br caphis soldier a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br cupid timandra third senator varro s servant a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br first bandit first varro s servant lucullus a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br first lady phrynia a href http librivox org reader 5077 sandra g a br first lord others a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br first senator a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br first servant a href http librivox org reader 6292 elaine webb a br flaminius a href http librivox org reader 6487 thebicyclethief a br flavius a href http librivox org reader 6037 peter bishop a br fool titus ventidius a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br fourth lord lucius servant others a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br hortensius jeweller a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br lucilius a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br merchant servilius a href http librivox org reader 6515 sebastian stephenson a br messenger page a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br painter second stranger others a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br poet third stranger others a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br second bandit sempronius a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br second lord others a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br second senator old athenian third servant isadore s servant others a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br second servant second varro s servant a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br third bandit philotus a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br third lord others a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br timon a href http librivox org reader 6473 barty begley a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br br strong audio edited by strong algy pug p |
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5610 |
Last Day of a Condemned |
Victor Hugo |
Published 1800 -1900 |
A man who has been condemned to death writes down his cogitations, feelings and fears while he is waiting for his execution. He does not betray his name to the reader or what he has done. He describes his life in prison, everything from what his cell looks like to the personality of the prison priest. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br><br>Part of Section 2 read by Nadine Eckert-Boulet<br><br>This project was proof listened by lh, Barry Eads, and Chieko.<br><br> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-day-of-a-condemned-by-victor-hugo/ |
man condemned death writes cogitations feelings fears waiting execution betray name reader done describes life prison everything cell looks like personality prison priest introduction wikipedia br br part section 2 read nadine eckert boulet br br this project proof listened lh barry eads chieko br br |
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5099 |
5612 |
Ziska |
Marie Corelli |
Detective Fiction |
The story revolves around the mysterious Princess Ziska, who captivates a set of European tourists who are spending time in exotic Egypt. The story is a mystery involving reincarnation, romance & a touch of mild horror. (introduction by ilianthe)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/ziska-by-marie-corelli/ |
story revolves around mysterious princess ziska captivates set european tourists spending time exotic egypt story mystery involving reincarnation romance touch mild horror introduction ilianthe p |
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5100 |
5613 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約:羅馬書 (Romans) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhé běn; literally "harmonized/united version") is the predominant Chinese language translation of the Bible used by Chinese Protestants. It is considered by many to be the Chinese Protestant’s Bible. The CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin version, published in two slightly different editions - the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版) - differing in the way the word “God” is translated.<br/><br/>\n\n《聖經和合本》(簡稱和合本;今指國語和合本,舊稱官話和合本),是今日華語人士最普遍使用的《聖經》譯本。此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯官話、淺文理及深文理(文言文)譯本。<br/><br/>\n\n於1904年,《淺文理和合譯本》出版《新約》。《深文理和合譯本》於1906年出版《新約》。1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本,於1919年出版《文理和合譯本》。1906年,官話的翻譯工作完成了《新約》;1919年,《舊約》的翻譯工作完成。在1919年正式出版時,《聖經》譯本名為《官話和合譯本》,從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本《聖經》。</p> |
Chinese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/bible-cuv-nt-06-mandarin/ |
chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhé běn literally harmonized united version predominant chinese language translation bible used chinese protestants considered many chinese protestant s bible cuv use today vernacular mandarin version published two slightly different editions shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated br br 聖經和合本 簡稱和合本 今指國語和合本 舊稱官話和合本 是今日華語人士最普遍使用的 聖經 譯本 此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯官話 淺文理及深文理 文言文 譯本 br br 於1904年 淺文理和合譯本 出版 新約 深文理和合譯本 於1906年出版 新約 1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本 於1919年出版 文理和合譯本 1906年 官話的翻譯工作完成了 新約 1919年 舊約 的翻譯工作完成 在1919年正式出版時 聖經 譯本名為 官話和合譯本 從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本 聖經 p |
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5101 |
5614 |
Three Years In Europe |
William Wells Brown |
*Non-fiction, History |
William Wells Brown was born a slave, near Lexington, Kentucky. His mother, Elizabeth, was a slave--his father a white man who never acknowledged his paternity. Brown escaped slavery at about the age of 20. For many years he worked as a steamboatman and as a conductor for the Underground Railroad in Buffalo, New York. In 1843, he became a lecturer for the Western New York Anti-Slavery Society, and was a contemporary of Frederick Douglass.<br /><br />Brown went to Europe in 1849 to encourage British support for the anti-slavery movement in the United States. He remained there until 1854 when British abolitionists purchased his freedom. Soon afterward, he returned to the United States to continue his work in the abolitionist movement.<br /><br />Throughout his life, he wrote several books, including his autobiography, Clotel, and, The Rising Son; or, The Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race, among others. He was also the author of two plays.<br /><br />Three Years In Europe; Or, Places I Have Seen and People I Have Met is a series of letters that Brown wrote to certain of his friends. A few were destined for publication in The Liberator, the famed abolitionist journal published by Frederick Douglass. In the letters, Brown described his impressions while traveling across Europe, meeting and sharing his experiences first as a slave and then as a fugitive. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/three-years-in-europe-by-william-wells-brown/ |
william wells brown born slave near lexington kentucky mother elizabeth slave his father white man never acknowledged paternity brown escaped slavery age 20 many years worked steamboatman conductor underground railroad buffalo new york 1843 became lecturer western new york anti slavery society contemporary frederick douglass br br brown went europe 1849 encourage british support anti slavery movement united states remained 1854 british abolitionists purchased freedom soon afterward returned united states continue work abolitionist movement br br throughout life wrote several books including autobiography clotel and rising son or antecedents advancement colored race among others also author two plays br br three years europe or places seen people met series letters brown wrote certain friends destined publication liberator famed abolitionist journal published frederick douglass letters brown described impressions traveling across europe meeting sharing experiences first slave fugitive introduction james k white p |
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5102 |
5615 |
Wessex Tales |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Wessex Tales is a collection of six short stories written by Hardy in the 1880’s. If you’ve never read Hardy they’ll serve as a good introduction to his writing. Though not as comprehensive as his major works they do contain all the ingredients that make him instantly recognisable. (Introduction by T. Hynes.)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/wessex-tales-by-thomas-hardy/ |
wessex tales collection six short stories written hardy 1880 s you ve never read hardy they ll serve good introduction writing though comprehensive major works contain ingredients make instantly recognisable introduction t hynes p |
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5103 |
5616 |
meraviglie del Duemila |
Emilio Salgari |
Science Fiction |
A cento anni dalla morte di Salgari ecco un suo romanzo che ci racconta come egli immaginava i nostri anni 2000. Il libro narra la storia di due uomini che, grazie alla scoperta di un principio attivo di una strana pianta esotica che sospende le funzioni vitali, riescono a viaggiare nel tempo per ben cento anni, spostandosi dal 1903 al 2003. Si trovano quindi a vivere in una società profondamente modificata e potranno così conoscere un mondo popolato da macchine volanti, treni sotterranei e velocissimi, città sottomarine e molte altre meraviglie tecnologiche; tutto ha un'unica fonte di energia: l'elettricità, segno del progresso ma anche fonte di "inquinamento". In molte parti del romanzo troviamo elementi realmente presenti nella realtà odierna, come la televisione (nel libro il giornale viene trasmesso così), o anche la plastica (descritta come una strana sostanza simile al metallo ma bianca).(Wikipedia e Riccardo Fasol)</p> |
Italian |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/le-meraviglie-del-duemila-by-emilio-salgari/ |
cento anni dalla morte di salgari ecco un suo romanzo che ci racconta come egli immaginava nostri anni 2000 il libro narra la storia di due uomini che grazie alla scoperta di un principio attivo di una strana pianta esotica che sospende le funzioni vitali riescono viaggiare nel tempo per ben cento anni spostandosi dal 1903 al 2003 si trovano quindi vivere una società profondamente modificata e potranno così conoscere un mondo popolato da macchine volanti treni sotterranei e velocissimi città sottomarine e molte altre meraviglie tecnologiche tutto ha un unica fonte di energia l elettricità segno del progresso anche fonte di inquinamento molte parti del romanzo troviamo elementi realmente presenti nella realtà odierna come la televisione nel libro il giornale viene trasmesso così anche la plastica descritta come una strana sostanza simile al metallo bianca wikipedia e riccardo fasol p |
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5104 |
5617 |
Paying Guest |
George Gissing |
General Fiction |
George Gissing was one of the most accomplished writers of realism in the Victorian Era. Also <i>The Paying Guest</i> is a great example of realism, which closely pictures the class struggles of the time. The Novel opens at the breakfast table of the Mumfords, when Mr. Mumford draws the attention of his wife to an advertisement in the newspaper of a young lady searching a home with a respectable, well-connected family in London. After some consideration, the Mumfords decide to answer to the advertisment, and a few weeks later, Miss Derrick moves in with them. Tensions are inevitable. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-paying-guest-by-george-gissing/ |
george gissing one accomplished writers realism victorian era also i the paying guest i great example realism closely pictures class struggles time novel opens breakfast table mumfords mr mumford draws attention wife advertisement newspaper young lady searching home respectable well connected family london consideration mumfords decide answer advertisment weeks later miss derrick moves them tensions inevitable summary carolin p |
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5105 |
5618 |
Time Machine (Version 3) |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
H.G. Wells' classic science fiction-fantasy story, in which a scientist known only as “The Time Traveller” tells the tale of his journey to the year 802,701 A.D. and beyond, where he witnesses the end of human civilization as we know it, as well as the beginning of the end of the world. This original time-travel story has been copied many times, but never improved upon. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-machine-v3-by-h-g-wells/ |
h g wells classic science fiction fantasy story scientist known the time traveller tells tale journey year 802 701 a d beyond witnesses end human civilization know it well beginning end world original time travel story copied many times never improved upon summary mark nelson p |
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5106 |
5619 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 045 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-vol-045-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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5107 |
5620 |
Märchen - Almanach auf das Jahr 1828 |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Bei diesem letzten Märchen-Almanach von Hauff sind die Märchen:<br>\n* Die Sage vom Hirschgulden<br>\n* Das kalte Herz<br>\n* Saids Schicksale<br>\n* Die Höhle von Steenfoll<br>\neingebettet in die wohl bekannteste der drei Rahmenhandlungen: Das Wirtshaus im Spessart.<br>\nDer Autor starb kurz vor der Veröffentlichung im Alter von 24 Jahren. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/marchen-almanach-auf-das-jahr-1828-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
bei diesem letzten märchen almanach von hauff sind die märchen br die sage vom hirschgulden br das kalte herz br saids schicksale br die höhle von steenfoll br eingebettet die wohl bekannteste der drei rahmenhandlungen das wirtshaus im spessart br der autor starb kurz vor der veröffentlichung im alter von 24 jahren zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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5108 |
5621 |
War in the Air |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
War in the Air was written during a prolific time in H. G. Wells's writing career. Having withdrawn from British politics to spend more time on his own ideas, he published twelve books between 1901 and 1911, including this one. while many British citizens were surprised by the advent of World War I, Wells had already written prophetically about such a conflict. War in the Air predicted use of airplanes in modern war. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/war-in-the-air-the-by-h-g-wells/ |
war air written prolific time h g wells s writing career withdrawn british politics spend time ideas published twelve books 1901 1911 including one many british citizens surprised advent world war i wells already written prophetically conflict war air predicted use airplanes modern war summary bill boerst p |
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5109 |
5622 |
Rosmersholm |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Rosmersholm is a play written in 1886 by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. In the estimation of many critics the piece is Ibsen's masterwork, only equalled by The Wild Duck of 1884. As expressed by the protagonist, Rosmer, the theme of the play is social and political change, in which the traditional ruling classes relinquish their right to impose their ideals on the rest of society, but the action is entirely personal, resting on the conduct of the immoral, or amoral, "free thinking" heroine, Rebecca, who sets herself to undermine Rosmer's religious and political beliefs because of his influential position in the community. Rebecca has abandoned not only Christianity but, unlike Rosmer, she has abandoned the whole ethical system of Christianity as well. Possibly she may be taken as Ibsen's answer to the question of whether or not Christian ethics can be expected to survive the death of the Christian religion. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />\nJohn Rosmer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nRebecca West: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nKroll: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nUlrik Brendel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nPeter Mortensgaard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br />\nMrs. Helseth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6577">Skylark</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/rosmersholm-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
rosmersholm play written 1886 norwegian playwright henrik ibsen estimation many critics piece ibsen s masterwork equalled wild duck 1884 expressed protagonist rosmer theme play social political change traditional ruling classes relinquish right impose ideals rest society action entirely personal resting conduct immoral amoral free thinking heroine rebecca sets undermine rosmer s religious political beliefs influential position community rebecca abandoned christianity but unlike rosmer abandoned whole ethical system christianity well possibly may taken ibsen s answer question whether christian ethics expected survive death christian religion summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br john rosmer a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br rebecca west a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br kroll a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br ulrik brendel a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br peter mortensgaard a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br mrs helseth a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6577 skylark a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett p |
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5110 |
5623 |
Confessions of a Convert |
Robert Hugh Benson |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Robert Hugh Benson was the youngest son of Edward White Benson, the Archbishop of Canterbury and his wife Mary. Benson was was a prolific and popular writer during his time, and in 1903 he became a prominent convert to the Roman Catholic Church from Anglicanism . In 1904 he was ordained a Catholic priest.<br><br>This book is his personal story of his journey to the Catholic faith, containing comparisons between Catholicism and the Anglican religion. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p>\n\n\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-of-a-convert-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
robert hugh benson youngest son edward white benson archbishop canterbury wife mary benson prolific popular writer time 1903 became prominent convert roman catholic church anglicanism 1904 ordained catholic priest br br this book personal story journey catholic faith containing comparisons catholicism anglican religion summary maria therese p |
| 5147 |
5111 |
5624 |
Girls of Gardenville |
Carroll Watson Rankin |
General |
It is pleasant to have another book about a group of merry, natural girls, who have the attractions of innocence and youthful faults. "The Sweet Sixteen" Club made fudge, and went on picnics, and behaved just as jolly, nice maidens should. (The Outlook, vol. 82, Mar. 24, 1906)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/girls-of-gardenville-by-carroll-watson-rankin/ |
pleasant another book group merry natural girls attractions innocence youthful faults the sweet sixteen club made fudge went picnics behaved jolly nice maidens should the outlook vol 82 mar 24 1906 p |
| 5148 |
5112 |
5625 |
Bible (YLT) 14: 2 Chronicles |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Rather than repeating the vast geneaology of King David found in the First Book of The Chronicles, the Second Book of The Chronicles recounts the rulership of the kings descended from him, namely, from his son Solomon to the evil king Zedekiah (called Zakeriah in Fenton's version, Zedekiah in NIV). (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/2-chronicles-from-youngs-literal-translation/ |
rather repeating vast geneaology king david found first book chronicles second book chronicles recounts rulership kings descended him namely son solomon evil king zedekiah called zakeriah fenton s version zedekiah niv introduction mark penfold p |
| 5149 |
5113 |
5627 |
Autobiography of an Electron |
Charles R. Gibson |
Children's Non-fiction, Science |
"While many scientific men now understand our place in the universe, we electrons are anxious that every person should know the very important part which we play in the workaday world. It was for this reason that my fellow-electrons urged me to write my own biography. I am pleased to say that my relationship with the scribe who has put down my story in the following pages has been of the most friendly description. I have allowed him to place what he calls "The Scribe's Note" at the beginning of each chapter, but it will be understood clearly that these are merely convenient embellishments, and that I am responsible for the story of my own experiences." (Introduction adapted from the text) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-an-electron-by-charles-r-gibson/ |
while many scientific men understand place universe electrons anxious every person know important part play workaday world reason fellow electrons urged write biography pleased say relationship scribe put story following pages friendly description allowed place calls the scribe s note beginning chapter understood clearly merely convenient embellishments responsible story experiences introduction adapted text |
| 5150 |
5115 |
5629 |
First American Sister of Charity: Elizabeth Bayley Seton |
John Clement Reville |
*Non-fiction, Christianity - Biographies |
This is a picturesque and moving account of the life and work of Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton (1774-1821), the first native-born citizen of the United States to be canonized a saint by the Roman Catholic Church. This widowed mother of five established schools in New York and Maryland and was the first to found a congregation of Religious Sisters in the United States, the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph, whose motherhouse stands today in Emmitsburg, Maryland.</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-american-sister-of-charity-elizabeth-bayley-seton-by-john-clement-reville/ |
picturesque moving account life work elizabeth ann bayley seton 1774 1821 first native born citizen united states canonized saint roman catholic church widowed mother five established schools new york maryland first found congregation religious sisters united states sisters charity st joseph whose motherhouse stands today emmitsburg maryland p |
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5116 |
5630 |
Time Machine (Version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Surely the Time Traveler threw great dinner parties! His guests were treated to a once-in-forever trial of a miniature time machine - an exquisite miniature that acted so flawlessly as to appear to be stage magic. That his guests did not believe the explanation - the machine vanished into the mists of the future - was patent. Still, a couple of the more thoughtful had reservations about branding the demonstration an outright trickery. And what about the nearly-complete full-size Machine in the Traveler's laboratory?<br/><br/>\nConfronted at the next party by the disheveled Traveler, who had apparently suffered privations and who displayed two curious flowers of no known type, the Narrator's wonderment increased. For the Traveler provided a perfectly arresting story to explain his condition - a surprising tale of a far future where humankind divides into a carefree above-ground race, the Eloi, and a mechanical subterranean race, the Morlocks. A tale in which it appears that the inheritors of the Earth inhabit it as cattle for the feeding of their underground cousins!<br/><br/>\nBelieve, or disbelieve? But perhaps the inventive genius of a man who can translate "thousands of millions of days" of time travel into an exact date should not be doubted! (Intro by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-machine-version-2-by-h-g-wells/ |
surely time traveler threw great dinner parties guests treated once in forever trial miniature time machine exquisite miniature acted flawlessly appear stage magic guests believe explanation machine vanished mists future patent still couple thoughtful reservations branding demonstration outright trickery nearly complete full size machine traveler s laboratory br br confronted next party disheveled traveler apparently suffered privations displayed two curious flowers known type narrator s wonderment increased traveler provided perfectly arresting story explain condition surprising tale far future humankind divides carefree above ground race eloi mechanical subterranean race morlocks tale appears inheritors earth inhabit cattle feeding underground cousins br br believe disbelieve perhaps inventive genius man translate thousands millions days time travel exact date doubted intro mark f smith p |
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5117 |
5631 |
Angel Food: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Children's Fiction, Religion |
“Angel Food” consists of a series of short sermons for children on the truths of the Catholic Faith – but told with engaging stories, in a style and simple language that children can understand.\n\nThe author was a parish priest in New York for many years during the mid 1900’s. He was the author of several books for children, the most well known being the books in what is considered the “Angel Food” series. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1939 |
https://librivox.org/angel-food-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
angel food consists series short sermons children truths catholic faith told engaging stories style simple language children understand author parish priest new york many years mid 1900 s author several books children well known books considered angel food series summary maria therese p |
| 5153 |
5118 |
5632 |
Bob the Castaway |
Frank V. Webster |
Children's Fiction |
Frank V Webster was a pseudonym controlled by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, the first book packager of books aimed at children. This pseudonym was used on books for boys from the early 1900s through the 1930s. \nBob the Castaway follows the antics of young prankster Bob Henderson, his parents futile attempts to get him to mend his ways, and his subsequent nautical adventures. (Introduction by Nigel Boydell)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/bob-the-castaway-by-frank-v-webster/ |
frank v webster pseudonym controlled stratemeyer syndicate first book packager books aimed children pseudonym used books boys early 1900s 1930s bob castaway follows antics young prankster bob henderson parents futile attempts get mend ways subsequent nautical adventures introduction nigel boydell p |
| 5154 |
5119 |
5633 |
Quatrain from the Rubaiyat |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Quatrain from The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám. Translated by Henry George Keene. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 26, 2011.<br><br>The popularity of the celebrated translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam by Edward Fitzgerald has cast many other worthy translations into undeserved obscurity. Among the earlier translators was Henry George Keene (1781-1856) whose translation of one quatrain appeared in 'Fundgruben des Orients' in 1816.<br><br>Instead of the image of the wine and cup popularly associated with the Rubaiyat, the stanza translated by Keene refers to an image even more thoroughly explored in the poem : the potter and his clay. It may be said that while the wine represents the chemistry of Omar's universe, the clay represents the physics. In this context, wine can be seen, not merely as an intoxicant, but rather as the mysterious elixir which enables the clay figures to enjoy a brief experience of life before they crumble into dust.(Summary by Algy Pug.)</p> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/quatrain-from-the-rubaiyat-by-omar-khayyam/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings quatrain rubáiyát omar khayyám translated henry george keene weekly poetry project june 26 2011 br br the popularity celebrated translation rubaiyat omar khayyam edward fitzgerald cast many worthy translations undeserved obscurity among earlier translators henry george keene 1781 1856 whose translation one quatrain appeared fundgruben des orients 1816 br br instead image wine cup popularly associated rubaiyat stanza translated keene refers image even thoroughly explored poem potter clay may said wine represents chemistry omar s universe clay represents physics context wine seen merely intoxicant rather mysterious elixir enables clay figures enjoy brief experience life crumble dust summary algy pug p |
| 5155 |
5120 |
5634 |
Swan Song |
Anton Chekhov |
Plays |
In 'The Swan Song' an aging actor reminisces about his life and the parts he's played. The piece takes a tragic look at ambition and the sacrifices that must be made in order to succeed. Chekhov’s ability to capture and explore human nature and experience is showcased here. (Summary by Lucy Perry)<br /><br /><strong>Cast:</strong><br />VASILI SVIETLOVIDOFF, a comedian, 68 years old - <a > Peter Yearsley</a><br />NIKITA IVANITCH, a prompter, an old man - <a > Phillippa</a><br />Narrated by <a > Lucy Perry</a><br /><br />Audio edited by Peter Yearsley</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/swan-song-by-anton-chekhov/ |
the swan song aging actor reminisces life parts he s played piece takes tragic look ambition sacrifices must made order succeed chekhov s ability capture explore human nature experience showcased here summary lucy perry br br strong cast strong br vasili svietlovidoff comedian 68 years old a peter yearsley a br nikita ivanitch prompter old man a phillippa a br narrated a lucy perry a br br audio edited peter yearsley p |
| 5156 |
5790 |
6349 |
Autobiography of a Slander |
Edna Lyall |
General Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
The Autobiography of a Slander exposes the consequences of reckless words or, even worse, intentionally disparaging words. In this moral tale, told from the point of view of "the slander", Edna Lyall (pseudonym used by Ada Ellen Bayley) reveals her ideals and goals in life and relationships. (Summary by Rhonda Federman) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-a-slander-by-edna-lyall/ |
autobiography slander exposes consequences reckless words or even worse intentionally disparaging words moral tale told point view the slander edna lyall pseudonym used ada ellen bayley reveals ideals goals life relationships summary rhonda federman |
| 5157 |
5121 |
5635 |
Morgesons |
Elizabeth Stoddard |
General Fiction |
Stoddard’s novel traces the education and development of a young female in American middle-class society. The protagonist, Cassandra Morgeson, is educated by a series of journeys she makes throughout her youth and early adulthood. Each new setting represents a different stage in her intellectual development.\nCassandra is born in Surrey, a small New England town. Surrey is quiet and isolated, granting a young woman little intellectual stimulation. Cassandra escapes the boredom of domestic life through stories of adventure and exploration. Surrey instills in Cassandra a restlessness that drives her quest for knowledge and experience.\n(Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-morgesons-by-elizabeth-stoddard/ |
stoddard s novel traces education development young female american middle class society protagonist cassandra morgeson educated series journeys makes throughout youth early adulthood new setting represents different stage intellectual development cassandra born surrey small new england town surrey quiet isolated granting young woman little intellectual stimulation cassandra escapes boredom domestic life stories adventure exploration surrey instills cassandra restlessness drives quest knowledge experience introduction wikipedia p |
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5122 |
5636 |
Lepers of Molokai |
Charles Warren Stoddard |
*Non-fiction |
This is the story of the lepers of Molokai and of the Roman Catholic missionary, Father Damien, who ministered to those who languished in that desolate place, waiting for death to release them from a most intense form of physical and mental suffering. Fr. Damien, born Jozef De Veuster, was a Roman Catholic priest from Belgium and member of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, a missionary religious order. He won recognition for his ministry to people with leprosy (Hansen's disease), who had been placed under a government-sanctioned medical quarantine on the remote island of Molokai in the Kingdom of Hawaii. He, himself, contracted and died of this dreaded disease after caring for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of the people in the colony for sixteen years. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
15 |
https://librivox.org/the-lepers-of-molokai-by-charles-warren-stoddard/ |
story lepers molokai roman catholic missionary father damien ministered languished desolate place waiting death release intense form physical mental suffering fr damien born jozef de veuster roman catholic priest belgium member congregation sacred hearts jesus mary missionary religious order recognition ministry people leprosy hansen s disease placed government sanctioned medical quarantine remote island molokai kingdom hawaii he himself contracted died dreaded disease caring physical spiritual emotional needs people colony sixteen years adapted wikipedia p |
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5123 |
5637 |
Four Faces |
William Le Queux |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Michael Berrington is a bachelor leading a quiet life in London. Overhearing a conversation at his club one day, he becomes interested in a discussion regarding a man named Gastrell. Gastrell is somewhat of a mystery to the club members in spite of his renting a house from one of them. Berrington’s interest in Gastrell intensifies as his fiancé, Dulcie Challoner, befriends a wealthy widow, Mrs. Connie Stapleton who evidently has some type of relationship with Gastrell. As the plot progresses, Berrington finds himself involved with sensational robberies, brutal murders, coded messages, and even mind control! As in many Le Queux books, there are twists and turns as new characters and locations are introduced. When you are sure you know the ending, something new occurs and you wonder how it will affect the conclusion of the book. (Introduction by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-faces-by-william-le-queux/ |
michael berrington bachelor leading quiet life london overhearing conversation club one day becomes interested discussion regarding man named gastrell gastrell somewhat mystery club members spite renting house one them berrington s interest gastrell intensifies fiancé dulcie challoner befriends wealthy widow mrs connie stapleton evidently type relationship gastrell plot progresses berrington finds involved sensational robberies brutal murders coded messages even mind control many le queux books twists turns new characters locations introduced sure know ending something new occurs wonder affect conclusion book introduction tom weiss p |
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5124 |
5638 |
Lysbeth, a Tale of the Dutch |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
This is a great book if you're looking for an adventure filled novel. It takes place during the Spanish Inquisition and describes some of the horrors that happened giving you an idea of what it was really like to live during that time period. Follow Lysbeth, a young Hollander girl, as she struggles through life enduring times of hardship and peace, sorrow and happiness, war and love. (Introduction by Abigail Rasmussen)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/lysbeth-a-tale-of-the-dutch-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
great book looking adventure filled novel takes place spanish inquisition describes horrors happened giving idea really like live time period follow lysbeth young hollander girl struggles life enduring times hardship peace sorrow happiness war love introduction abigail rasmussen p |
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5125 |
5639 |
Mystery of Mary |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Handsome young Tryon Dunham has just returned home on the train from a business trip one evening when he's accosted by a beautiful young woman at the station. She's terrified that she's being followed and asks Dunham if she may walk with him away from the station. Her manner and appearance are those of a well-dressed and well-bred lady. However, she refuses to tell Tryon her real name or why she is running away. He feels a responsibility for her and arranges for her to accompany him to a dinner party where she delights everyone there with her exceptional musical talent at the piano. Tryon then assists her in leaving the city on a later train that same night. Captivated by her beauty and talent, he is determined to solve the mystery of her identity. What frightened her so badly that she would leave wearing only the clothes on her back and no money? Is she an adventuress or thief masquerading as a lady in distress? A beautiful lunatic who has escaped an asylum? An heiress who has been declared missing? Tryon will not stop searching until he knows the answer. (Introduction by Lee Ann Howlett.)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-mary-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
handsome young tryon dunham returned home train business trip one evening he s accosted beautiful young woman station terrified followed asks dunham may walk away station manner appearance well dressed well bred lady however refuses tell tryon real name running away feels responsibility arranges accompany dinner party delights everyone exceptional musical talent piano tryon assists leaving city later train night captivated beauty talent determined solve mystery identity frightened badly would leave wearing clothes back money adventuress thief masquerading lady distress beautiful lunatic escaped asylum heiress declared missing tryon stop searching knows answer introduction lee ann howlett p |
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5126 |
5640 |
Book of Mormon |
Joseph Smith, Jr. |
Religion |
The Book of Mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the Bible, used by Latter Day Saints. It is a record of God’s dealings with the ancient inhabitants of the Americas.<br/><br/>The book was written by ancient prophets through the spirit of prophecy and revelation. It gives an account of two great civilizations. One came from Jerusalem in 600 B.C., and afterward separated into two nations, known as the Nephites and the Lamanites. The other came much earlier when the Lord confounded the tongues at the Tower of Babel. This group is known as the Jaredites. After thousands of years, all were destroyed except the Lamanites, and they are among the ancestors of the American Indians.<br/><br/>The crowning event recorded in the Book of Mormon is the personal ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ among the Nephites soon after his resurrection. It puts forth the doctrines of the gospel, outlines the plan of salvation, and tells men what they must do to gain peace in this life and eternal salvation in the life to come. (Summary by Elaine Webb)<br/><br/> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-mormon-by-joseph-smith-jr/ |
book mormon volume holy scripture comparable bible used latter day saints record god s dealings ancient inhabitants americas br br the book written ancient prophets spirit prophecy revelation gives account two great civilizations one came jerusalem 600 b c afterward separated two nations known nephites lamanites came much earlier lord confounded tongues tower babel group known jaredites thousands years destroyed except lamanites among ancestors american indians br br the crowning event recorded book mormon personal ministry lord jesus christ among nephites soon resurrection puts forth doctrines gospel outlines plan salvation tells men must gain peace life eternal salvation life come summary elaine webb br br |
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5127 |
5641 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 033 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />!Ein Wettlauf" übersetzt von Margarete Jacobi\n"Die Gesetzestafeln" und "Die Anbetung der heilligen drei Könige" übersetzt von Friedrich Eckstein (1861-1939)<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a> .</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-033-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br ein wettlauf übersetzt von margarete jacobi die gesetzestafeln und die anbetung der heilligen drei könige übersetzt von friedrich eckstein 1861 1939 br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
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5128 |
5642 |
Wonder-Worker of Padua |
Charles Warren Stoddard |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This is the inspiring story of Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231). The son of a wealthy Portuguese family, he was initially ordained a priest of the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine. In 1221, he took up the habit of a poor Franciscan friar and devoted his life to fervently preaching the Word of God. His extensive knowledge of Sacred Scripture and keen insights into its profound spiritual meaning astonished his hearers. To confirm the efficacy of his words, God gave him the gifts of prophecy and of performing miracles, the most memorable of which he worked in Padua in northern Italy, where he resided for many years. Anthony was declared a Doctor of the Church and is the beloved Patron Saint of the Poor.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonder-worker-of-padua-by-charles-warren-stoddard/ |
inspiring story saint anthony padua 1195 1231 son wealthy portuguese family initially ordained priest canons regular saint augustine 1221 took habit poor franciscan friar devoted life fervently preaching word god extensive knowledge sacred scripture keen insights profound spiritual meaning astonished hearers confirm efficacy words god gave gifts prophecy performing miracles memorable worked padua northern italy resided many years anthony declared doctor church beloved patron saint poor p |
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5129 |
5643 |
Gulliver's Travels in Lilliput and Brobdingnag, Told to the Children |
John Lang |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
This is a children's version of Jonathan Swift's novel <i>Gulliver's Travels</i>, from the <i>Told to the Children Series</i> (published in 1910). The children's adventure story covers Gulliver's visits to the lands of Lilliput and Brobdingnag. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/gullivers-travels-told-to-the-children-by-john-lang/ |
children s version jonathan swift s novel i gulliver s travels i i told children series i published 1910 children s adventure story covers gulliver s visits lands lilliput brobdingnag summary laurie anne walden p |
| 5166 |
5130 |
5644 |
For Heaven's Sake: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion, Religion |
This is the second book in the "Angel Food" series by the author. It consists of a series of short sermons for children, in the form of a charming story. The author was a Catholic parish priest in New York for many years during the mid 1900's. He was the author of several books for children, the most well known being the books in what is considered the "Angel Food" series. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/for-heavens-sake-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
second book angel food series author consists series short sermons children form charming story author catholic parish priest new york many years mid 1900 s author several books children well known books considered angel food series summary maria therese p |
| 5167 |
5131 |
5645 |
Short Poetry Collection 098 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2011.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-098/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers july 2011 p |
| 5168 |
5137 |
5652 |
LibriVox 6th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />What do you do for a sixth anniversary? We challenged our readers to find any short works which had 'six' in the title - in any language. The result? LibriVox in all its glorious diversity: sixty-six recordings of poetry, song, short stories, folktales, science fiction, historical documents, travel, art, science and mathematics, in Dutch, English, French and German, from Euclid to the Ziegfeld Follies. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-6th-anniversary-collection/ |
br what sixth anniversary challenged readers find short works six title language result librivox glorious diversity sixty six recordings poetry song short stories folktales science fiction historical documents travel art science mathematics dutch english french german euclid ziegfeld follies summary ruth golding br br |
| 5169 |
11659 |
12339 |
Elective Affinities |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
General Fiction |
Elective Affinities (Die Wahlverwandtschaften) was Goethe's third novel. It depicts human relationships in a Romantic crucible, and is the sourcebook and inspiration for many literary and filmic adaptations and variations. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/elective-affinities-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
elective affinities die wahlverwandtschaften goethe s third novel depicts human relationships romantic crucible sourcebook inspiration many literary filmic adaptations variations summary nicole lee |
| 5170 |
5132 |
5646 |
Aucassin and Nicolette |
Unknown |
General Fiction, Poetry, Romance |
Aucassin and Nicolette is a medieval romance written in a combination of prose and verse called a “song-story.” Created probably in the early 13th century by an unknown French author, the work deals with the love between the son of a count and a Saracen slave girl who has been converted to Christianity and adopted by a viscount. Since Aucassin’s father is strongly opposed to their marriage, the two lovers must endure imprisonment, flight, separation in foreign lands, and many other ordeals before their ardent love and fierce determination finally bring them back together. Aucassin is the very model of an intrepid knight, totally devoted to his love; and Nicolette is daring and ingenious in her staunch perseverance against all odds. This translation, completed in 1887, is by Scottish poet, novelist, critic, and collector of folk tales Andrew Lang (1844-1912). (Introduction by Leonard Wilson) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/aucassin-and-nicolette-by-unknown/ |
aucassin nicolette medieval romance written combination prose verse called song story created probably early 13th century unknown french author work deals love son count saracen slave girl converted christianity adopted viscount since aucassin s father strongly opposed marriage two lovers must endure imprisonment flight separation foreign lands many ordeals ardent love fierce determination finally bring back together aucassin model intrepid knight totally devoted love nicolette daring ingenious staunch perseverance odds translation completed 1887 scottish poet novelist critic collector folk tales andrew lang 1844 1912 introduction leonard wilson |
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5133 |
5647 |
Coriolanus |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Shakespeare was passionately interested in the history of Rome, as is evident from plays like Titus Andronicus, Julius Caesar, and Antony and Cleopatra. His tragedy Coriolanus was probably written around 1605-07, and dramatizes the rise and fall of a great Roman general, Caius Martius (later surnamed Coriolanus because of his military victory at Corioli). This play is unusual in that it provides a strong voice for the ordinary citizens of Rome, who begin the play rioting about the high price of food, and who continually clash with Coriolanus because of his contempt for plebians. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Caius Martius Coriolanus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6487">thebicyclethief</a><br>Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>First Citizen/Second Officer/Second Patrician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Cominius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Fifth Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>First Conspirator/First Officer/Lieutenant/Second Senator/Second Servingman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>First Lord/Sixth Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>First Senator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>First Servingman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>First Soldier/Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Gentlewoman/Second Soldier/Third Lord/Young Coriolanus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Junius Brutus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Menenius Agrippa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Roman/Second Conspirator/Seventh Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6817">Peter Makus</a><br>Second Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6888">Chuck Donovan</a><br>Sicinius Velutus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Third Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6855">Joshua Letchford</a><br>Third Conspirator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5394">Heather Phillips</a><br>Third Roman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Titus Lartius/Aedile: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Tullus Aufidius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Valeria: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Virgilia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Volsce: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>Volumnia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Other roles (crowd voices, etc) read by members of the company.<br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1607 |
https://librivox.org/coriolanus-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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5648 |
Starved Rock: A Historical Sketch |
Eaton G. Osman |
*Non-fiction, History |
This book is an early history of the Starved Rock Area in Northern Illinois. In the pre-Columbian era, the Starved Rock area was home to Native Americans, particularly the Kaskaskia who lived in the Grand Village of the Illinois across the river. Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette were the first Europeans recorded as exploring the region, and by 1683, the French had established Fort St. Louis on a large sandstone butte overlooking the river. According to a native legend, a group of Illinois Confederation (Illini) pursued by the Ottawa and Potawatomi fled to the butte in the late 18th century. The Ottawa and Potawatomi besieged the butte until all of the Illini had starved, and the butte became known as Starved Rock. The butte area was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1960. (Introduction by Wikipedia and Veronica Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/starved-rock-a-historical-sketch-by-eaton-g-osman/ |
book early history starved rock area northern illinois pre columbian era starved rock area home native americans particularly kaskaskia lived grand village illinois across river louis jolliet jacques marquette first europeans recorded exploring region 1683 french established fort st louis large sandstone butte overlooking river according native legend group illinois confederation illini pursued ottawa potawatomi fled butte late 18th century ottawa potawatomi besieged butte illini starved butte became known starved rock butte area designated u s national historic landmark 1960 introduction wikipedia veronica jenkins p |
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5649 |
Royal Son and Mother |
Pauline von Hugel |
Biography & Autobiography |
Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin (1770-1840) was an emigre Russian aristocrat and Catholic priest who is acclaimed as "The Apostle of the Alleghenies." He is the son of Prince Dimitri Alexeievich, a Russian ambassador to the Netherlands, and the German Countess Adelheid Amalie von Schmettau. Demetrius was raised Russian Orthodox, but at age seventeen he converted to Catholicism, the faith of his mother, following her miraculous recovery from a serious illness. Although the ambassador had planned a military career for his son and had sent him to America for an education, he was shocked to learn that his son had renounced his inheritance and had entered a seminary instead. Demetrius was ordained a Catholic priest in 1795 and devoted his life to ministering to the pioneers of rural Maryland and Pennsylvania. In 1796 Bishop John Carroll stationed him in Taneytown, Maryland, and in 1799 Father Demetrius founded a church in Loretto, Pennsylvania, deep in the Allegheny Mountains. For the next 41 years, this untiring priest wended his way through rugged hills along a network of Indian trails to bring the sacraments and the Word of God to hardy pioneer families. Braving every sort of danger and forgoing personal comfort, he established numerous missions in remote settlements across the Allegheny frontier. During his years as pastor in Loretto, his spiritual children grew in number from a dozen to over ten thousand.<br><br>The author of this short work, Baroness Pauline von Hugel, is the daughter of Baron Charles Alexander Anselm von Hugel, Austrian Ambassador to Tuscany, and later, to Belgium. After the baron's death, Pauline resided with her widowed mother in Bournemouth and Boscombe in southern England and was known for her numerous charitable activities, especially her great solicitude for the poor. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-royal-son-and-mother-by-pauline-von-hugel/ |
demetrius augustine gallitzin 1770 1840 emigre russian aristocrat catholic priest acclaimed the apostle alleghenies son prince dimitri alexeievich russian ambassador netherlands german countess adelheid amalie von schmettau demetrius raised russian orthodox age seventeen converted catholicism faith mother following miraculous recovery serious illness although ambassador planned military career son sent america education shocked learn son renounced inheritance entered seminary instead demetrius ordained catholic priest 1795 devoted life ministering pioneers rural maryland pennsylvania 1796 bishop john carroll stationed taneytown maryland 1799 father demetrius founded church loretto pennsylvania deep allegheny mountains next 41 years untiring priest wended way rugged hills along network indian trails bring sacraments word god hardy pioneer families braving every sort danger forgoing personal comfort established numerous missions remote settlements across allegheny frontier years pastor loretto spiritual children grew number dozen ten thousand br br the author short work baroness pauline von hugel daughter baron charles alexander anselm von hugel austrian ambassador tuscany later belgium baron s death pauline resided widowed mother bournemouth boscombe southern england known numerous charitable activities especially great solicitude poor adapted wikipedia p |
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5650 |
Life and Doctrine of St. Catherine of Genoa |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction |
Saint Catherine of Genoa (Caterina Fieschi Adorno, born Genoa 1447 – 15 September 1510) is an Italian Roman Catholic saint and mystic, admired for her work among the sick and the poor. She was a member of the noble Fieschi family, and spent most of her life and her means serving the sick, especially during the plague which ravaged Genoa in 1497 and 1501. She died in that city in 1510.<br><br>In 1551, 41 years after her death, a book about her life and teaching was published, entitled Libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la Beata Caterinetta de Genoa. This is the source of her "Dialogues on the Soul and the Body" and her "Treatise on Purgatory", which are often printed separately. Her authorship of these has been denied, and it used to be thought that another mystic, the Augustinian canoness Battistina Vernazza, who lived in a monastery in Genoa from 1510 till her death in 1587 had edited the two works, a suggestion discredited by recent scholarship, which attributes a large part of both works to St Catherine, though they received their final literary form only after her death.<br><br>The Life and Doctrine is a biographical sketch of St. Catherine, filled with her thoughts and experiences with God. In this, there are many examples of how we too can reach perfection in our relationship with God.<br><br>(Introduction by Wikipedia and Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-doctrine-of-st-catherine-of-genoa/ |
saint catherine genoa caterina fieschi adorno born genoa 1447 15 september 1510 italian roman catholic saint mystic admired work among sick poor member noble fieschi family spent life means serving sick especially plague ravaged genoa 1497 1501 died city 1510 br br in 1551 41 years death book life teaching published entitled libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la beata caterinetta de genoa source dialogues soul body treatise purgatory often printed separately authorship denied used thought another mystic augustinian canoness battistina vernazza lived monastery genoa 1510 till death 1587 edited two works suggestion discredited recent scholarship attributes large part works st catherine though received final literary form death br br the life doctrine biographical sketch st catherine filled thoughts experiences god this many examples reach perfection relationship god br br introduction wikipedia ann boulais p |
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5653 |
Nocturne |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Nocturne by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 3, 2011.<br><br>Aldrich attended school in Portsmouth to prepare for college. This period of his life is partly described in his semi-autobiographical novel <i>The Story of a Bad Boy</i> (1870), in which "Tom Bailey" is the juvenile hero. Critics have said that this novel contains the first realistic depiction of childhood in American fiction and prepared the ground for <i>Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.</i><br>Nocturne was taken from the Yale Book of American Verse, edited by Thomas R. Lounsbury (1838 - 1915)(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/nocturne-by-thomas-bailey-aldrich/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings nocturne thomas bailey aldrich weekly poetry project july 3 2011 br br aldrich attended school portsmouth prepare college period life partly described semi autobiographical novel i the story bad boy i 1870 tom bailey juvenile hero critics said novel contains first realistic depiction childhood american fiction prepared ground i adventures huckleberry finn i br nocturne taken yale book american verse edited thomas r lounsbury 1838 1915 summary wikipedia p |
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5655 |
Will Nobody Marry Me? |
George Pope Morris |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Will Nobody Marry Me? by George Pope Morris. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 3, 2011. <br><br>In addition to his publishing and editorial work, Morris was popular as a poet and songwriter; especially well-known was his poem-turned-song "Woodman, Spare that Tree!" His songs in particular were popular enough that Graham's Magazine in Philadelphia promised Morris $50, sight unseen, for any work he wanted to publish in the periodical. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/will-nobodymarry-me-by-g-p-morris/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings nobody marry me george pope morris fortnightly poetry project july 3 2011 br br in addition publishing editorial work morris popular poet songwriter especially well known poem turned song woodman spare tree songs particular popular enough graham s magazine philadelphia promised morris 50 sight unseen work wanted publish periodical summary wikipedia p |
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5658 |
Bible (WNT) NT 07: 1 Corinthians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
This is the Apostle Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth, Greece, a seaport filled with a diversity of not only people but religions. This letter gives advice, teaching, and stern warnings to his fellow Christians, especially warnings against sexual immorality. Paul also discusses division within the assembly and addresses some difficult issues surrounding such things as marriage. (Introduction by Mark Penfold)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/1-corinthians-from-weymouth-new-testament/ |
apostle paul s first letter church corinth greece seaport filled diversity people religions letter gives advice teaching stern warnings fellow christians especially warnings sexual immorality paul also discusses division within assembly addresses difficult issues surrounding things marriage introduction mark penfold p |
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5659 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約:路加福音(Luke) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
<p>The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhé běn; literally "harmonized/united version") is the predominant Chinese language translation of the Bible used by Chinese Protestants. It is considered by many to be the Chinese Protestant’s Bible. The CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin version, published in two slightly different editions - the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版) - differing in the way the word “God” is translated.</p><p>《聖經和合本》(簡稱和合本;今指國語和合本,舊稱官話和合本),是今日華語人士最普遍使用的《聖經》譯本。此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯官話、淺文理及深文理(文言文)譯本。</p> <p>於1904年,《淺文理和合譯本》出版《新約》。《深文理和合譯本》於1906年出版《新約》。1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本,於1919年出版《文理和合譯本》。1906年,官話的翻譯工作完成了《新約》;1919年,《舊約》的翻譯工作完成。在1919年正式出版時,《聖經》譯本名為《官話和合譯本》,從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本《聖經》。</p> |
Chinese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/bible-cuv-nt-03-luke-by-chinese-union-version/ |
p the chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhé běn literally harmonized united version predominant chinese language translation bible used chinese protestants considered many chinese protestant s bible cuv use today vernacular mandarin version published two slightly different editions shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated p p 聖經和合本 簡稱和合本 今指國語和合本 舊稱官話和合本 是今日華語人士最普遍使用的 聖經 譯本 此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯官話 淺文理及深文理 文言文 譯本 p p 於1904年 淺文理和合譯本 出版 新約 深文理和合譯本 於1906年出版 新約 1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本 於1919年出版 文理和合譯本 1906年 官話的翻譯工作完成了 新約 1919年 舊約 的翻譯工作完成 在1919年正式出版時 聖經 譯本名為 官話和合譯本 從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本 聖經 p |
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Behind a Mask, or a Woman's Power |
Louisa May Alcott |
Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will remember that her heroine Jo wrote racy novels before turning her hand to more "serious" literature. Alcott, writing under the pseudonym A. M. Barnard, often did the same, and Behind a Mask (1866) is one of her sensation novels. It focuses on Jean Muir, who enters the home of the wealthy Coventry family as governess to their sixteen-year-old daughter. But is the beguiling Miss Muir all that she seems to be? (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)<p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/behind-a-mask-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
fans louisa may alcott s little women remember heroine jo wrote racy novels turning hand serious literature alcott writing pseudonym a m barnard often same behind mask 1866 one sensation novels focuses jean muir enters home wealthy coventry family governess sixteen year old daughter beguiling miss muir seems be introduction elizabeth klett p |
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Bible (KJV) 26: Ezekiel |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The book of Ezekiel follows the southern kingdom of Israel, Judah, into captivity by the Babylonians. Ezekiel cries judgement on the Israelites for their sins, but also sings of God's mercy and the ultimate salvation of His people. Aside from its Judeo-Christian truths, the powerful imagery and poetry found throughout the book make for an interesting study in ancient literature. (Introduction by Jenn Raimundo)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/ezekiel-king-james-version/ |
book ezekiel follows southern kingdom israel judah captivity babylonians ezekiel cries judgement israelites sins also sings god s mercy ultimate salvation people aside judeo christian truths powerful imagery poetry found throughout book make interesting study ancient literature introduction jenn raimundo p |
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5708 |
Interventions |
Georgia Wood Pangborn |
Short Stories |
A collection of short stories of social commentary, tales of love, mystery, and loss. Many of the stories revolve around children, women, and relationships with friends of varying classes, often in odd, unusual, or difficult circumstances in life. (Introduction by Psudonae Vox)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/interventions-by-georgia-wood-pangborn/ |
collection short stories social commentary tales love mystery loss many stories revolve around children women relationships friends varying classes often odd unusual difficult circumstances life introduction psudonae vox p |
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5662 |
Trent's Last Case (Version 2) |
Edmund Clerihew Bentley |
Detective Fiction |
This is one of a series of EC Bentley novels featuring the highly erudite artist qua reporter / detective, Philip Trent.<br/><br/>\n\nIn it, Trent is sent to a charming English seaside village to cover the murder of Sigsbee Manderson for a large London newspaper. The victim is an unpopular and extremely powerful financial tycoon, who is murdered virtually within sight of his own house, at a time when it seems impossible that anyone there – to say nothing of all of its more than half dozen inhabitants – could have failed to see or hear the crime being committed.<br/><br/>\n\nAs Trent pokes around, attention is focused on Manderson’s extremely troubled marriage, not least because Trent himself falls in love with Margaret Manderson, the widow of the murdered man. At the same time, Trent himself considers her to be at least complicit in the crime for much of the novel. The plot cannot be described further without spoiling the punch-line, as it were. Indeed, to the really clever detective fiction-lover, this is already almost saying too much.<br/><br/>\n\nTrent’s Last Case was on the “ten best” list of Rex Stout, author of the famous Nero Wolfe mysteries. Like Stout, Bentley has a fondness for complex plot twists of the “boxes within boxes” variety.\n\n(Introduction by Kirsten Wever)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/trents-last-case-version-2-by-edmund-clerihew-bentley/ |
one series ec bentley novels featuring highly erudite artist qua reporter detective philip trent br br it trent sent charming english seaside village cover murder sigsbee manderson large london newspaper victim unpopular extremely powerful financial tycoon murdered virtually within sight house time seems impossible anyone say nothing half dozen inhabitants could failed see hear crime committed br br trent pokes around attention focused manderson s extremely troubled marriage least trent falls love margaret manderson widow murdered man time trent considers least complicit crime much novel plot cannot described without spoiling punch line were indeed really clever detective fiction lover already almost saying much br br trent s last case ten best list rex stout author famous nero wolfe mysteries like stout bentley fondness complex plot twists boxes within boxes variety introduction kirsten wever p |
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5663 |
Margaret of Anjou |
Jacob Abbott |
Historical Fiction |
Margaret of Anjou, wife of England’s Henry VI, played a key role in launching the storied War of the Roses – the 30-year civil conflict fuelled by the Lancasters and the Yorks, each vying for the British throne in the 15th century. </p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/margaret-of-anjou-by-jacob-abbott/ |
margaret anjou wife england s henry vi played key role launching storied war roses 30 year civil conflict fuelled lancasters yorks vying british throne 15th century p |
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5664 |
Bible (YLT) 21: Ecclesiastes |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
The Book of Ecclesiastes ( /ɨˌkliːziˈæstiːz/; literally "Book of the Teacher"; Hebrew: קֹהֶלֶת, Qoheleth), commonly referred to simply as Ecclesiastes (abbreviated "Ecc."), is a book of the Hebrew Bible. The English name derives from the Greek translation of the Hebrew title.<br><br>The main speaker in the book, identified by the name or title Qoheleth (usually translated as "teacher" or "preacher"), introduces himself as "son of David, king in Jerusalem." The work consists of personal or autobiographic matter, at times expressed in aphorisms and maxims illuminated in terse paragraphs with reflections on the meaning of life and the best way of life. The work emphatically proclaims all the actions of man to be inherently "vain", "futile", "empty", "meaningless", "temporary", "transitory", "fleeting, or "mere breath", depending on translation, as the lives of both wise and foolish men end in death. While Qoheleth clearly endorses wisdom as a means for a well-lived earthly life, he is unable to ascribe eternal meaning to it. In light of this perceived senselessness, he suggests that one should enjoy the simple pleasures of daily life, such as eating, drinking, and taking enjoyment in one's work, which are gifts from the hand of God.<br><br>According to the Talmud, however, the point of Qoheleth is to state that all is futile under the Sun. One should therefore put all one's efforts towards that which is above the Sun. This is summed up in the second to last verse: "The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God, and keep His commandments; for that is the whole duty of everyone" (12:13).<br><br>The book is particularly notable for its iconic phrases, "the sun also rises," "[there's] nothing new under the sun" ('nihil novi sub sole' in the Latin Vulgate) and "he who increaseth knowledge, increaseth sorrow."(Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiastes-from-youngs-literal-translation/ |
book ecclesiastes ɨˌkliːziˈæstiːz literally book teacher hebrew ק ה ל ת qoheleth commonly referred simply ecclesiastes abbreviated ecc book hebrew bible english name derives greek translation hebrew title br br the main speaker book identified name title qoheleth usually translated teacher preacher introduces son david king jerusalem work consists personal autobiographic matter times expressed aphorisms maxims illuminated terse paragraphs reflections meaning life best way life work emphatically proclaims actions man inherently vain futile empty meaningless temporary transitory fleeting mere breath depending translation lives wise foolish men end death qoheleth clearly endorses wisdom means well lived earthly life unable ascribe eternal meaning it light perceived senselessness suggests one enjoy simple pleasures daily life eating drinking taking enjoyment one s work gifts hand god br br according talmud however point qoheleth state futile sun one therefore put one s efforts towards sun summed second last verse the end matter heard fear god keep commandments whole duty everyone 12 13 br br the book particularly notable iconic phrases the sun also rises there s nothing new sun nihil novi sub sole latin vulgate he increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow introduction wikipedia p |
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5665 |
Up the River |
Oliver Optic |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
<br />Up the River is the sixth and last of "The Great Western Series." The events of the story occur on the coast of Florida, in the Gulf of Mexico, and on the Mississippi River. The volume and the series close with the return of the hero, by a route not often taken by tourists, to his home in Michigan. His voyaging on the ocean, the Great Lakes, and the Father of Waters, is finished for the present; but the writer believes that his principal character has grown wiser and better since he was first introduced to the reader. He has made mistakes of judgment, but whatever of example and inspiration he may impart to the reader will be that of a true and noble boy, with no vices to disfigure his character, and no low aims to lead him from "the straight and narrow path" of duty.<br />Dorchester, Mass., June 1, 1881(Introduction by Author)<br /><br />This book was written under the pseudonym of Oliver Optic.<br /><br /> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/up-the-river-by-oliver-optic/ |
br up river sixth last the great western series events story occur coast florida gulf mexico mississippi river volume series close return hero route often taken tourists home michigan voyaging ocean great lakes father waters finished present writer believes principal character grown wiser better since first introduced reader made mistakes judgment whatever example inspiration may impart reader true noble boy vices disfigure character low aims lead the straight narrow path duty br dorchester mass june 1 1881 introduction author br br this book written pseudonym oliver optic br br |
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5666 |
Recollections of Life in Ohio, from 1813-1840 |
William Cooper Howells |
*Non-fiction, History |
Recollections of Life in Ohio is the autobiography of William Cooper Howells (1807-1894), father of the American novelist William Dean Howells. The Howells were Welsh woolen mill owners. William Cooper's father brought the family to America in 1808--at a time when Great Britain actually forbid skilled workmen from emigrating, thus putting the father's practical knowledge of mill machinery in great demand. Small scale industries--paper and woolen mills, flour mills, and distilleries were sprouting apace with farms in the newly opened lands of Ohio, where the Howells settled in 1813. This was a time and place where neighbors joined together to raise log barns and husk corn, where local peach brandy was a staple drink, and where religious revivalism permeated the social fabric, fanned by itinerant preachers such as Johnny Appleseed. The Howells were originally Quakers, but William Cooper's father converted to an "enthusiastic" brand of Methodism, and William Cooper in later years followed the teachings of Swedenborg.<br /><br />William Cooper Howells' recollections see him herding the family pig down the road with a noose around its hind leg, acting as "corner man" at a log barn raising, curing tobacco in a smoke house, grubbing stumps, fighting snakes, and wrestling with what it meant to be "religious" at the camp meetings to which father took him. Early on, William Cooper showed a literary bent and an interest in politics. He became a printer and a newspaper man and, in the 1870's and 80's served as U.S. consul in Quebec and Toronto.<br /><br />The novelist William Dean Howells writes of his dad in the introduction to the Recollections: "My father was always a very close and critical observer, both of nature and human nature and equally a lover of both. He was not a poet in the artistic sense, but he was a poet in his view of life, the universe, creation; and his dream of it included man, as well as the woods and fields and their citizenship." Recollections of Life in Ohio is a fascinating and enjoyable read for anyone interested in U.S. frontier history. </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-life-in-ohio-by-william-cooper-howells/ |
recollections life ohio autobiography william cooper howells 1807 1894 father american novelist william dean howells howells welsh woolen mill owners william cooper s father brought family america 1808 at time great britain actually forbid skilled workmen emigrating thus putting father s practical knowledge mill machinery great demand small scale industries paper woolen mills flour mills distilleries sprouting apace farms newly opened lands ohio howells settled 1813 time place neighbors joined together raise log barns husk corn local peach brandy staple drink religious revivalism permeated social fabric fanned itinerant preachers johnny appleseed howells originally quakers william cooper s father converted enthusiastic brand methodism william cooper later years followed teachings swedenborg br br william cooper howells recollections see herding family pig road noose around hind leg acting corner man log barn raising curing tobacco smoke house grubbing stumps fighting snakes wrestling meant religious camp meetings father took him early on william cooper showed literary bent interest politics became printer newspaper man and 1870 s 80 s served u s consul quebec toronto br br the novelist william dean howells writes dad introduction recollections my father always close critical observer nature human nature equally lover both poet artistic sense poet view life universe creation dream included man well woods fields citizenship recollections life ohio fascinating enjoyable read anyone interested u s frontier history p |
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5149 |
5667 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 023 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, politics, cooking, humor, medicine, theater, philosophy, memoirs. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-023/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history politics cooking humor medicine theater philosophy memoirs summary j m smallheer p |
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5791 |
6350 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 026 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, travel, embroidery, science, mathematics, humor, philosophy, poliltics, and nature. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-026-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history travel embroidery science mathematics humor philosophy poliltics nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 5189 |
5150 |
5668 |
Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus (version 3) |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Frankenstein begins in epistolary form, documenting the correspondence between Captain Robert Walton and his sister, Margaret Walton Saville. Walton sets out to explore the North Pole and expand his scientific knowledge in hopes of achieving fame and friendship. The ship becomes trapped in ice, and, one day, the crew sees a dog sled in the distance, on which there is the figure of a giant man. Hours later, the crew finds a frozen and emaciated man, Victor Frankenstein, in desperate need of sustenance. Frankenstein had been in pursuit of the gigantic man observed by Walton's crew when all but one of his dogs died. He had broken apart his dog sled to make oars and rowed an ice-raft toward the vessel. Frankenstein starts to recover from his exertion and recounts his story to Walton. Before beginning his story, Frankenstein warns Walton of the wretched effects of allowing ambition to push one to aim beyond what one is capable of achieving. In telling his story to the captain, Frankenstein finds peace within himself. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-by-mary-shelley/ |
frankenstein begins epistolary form documenting correspondence captain robert walton sister margaret walton saville walton sets explore north pole expand scientific knowledge hopes achieving fame friendship ship becomes trapped ice and one day crew sees dog sled distance figure giant man hours later crew finds frozen emaciated man victor frankenstein desperate need sustenance frankenstein pursuit gigantic man observed walton s crew one dogs died broken apart dog sled make oars rowed ice raft toward vessel frankenstein starts recover exertion recounts story walton beginning story frankenstein warns walton wretched effects allowing ambition push one aim beyond one capable achieving telling story captain frankenstein finds peace within himself introduction wikipedia p |
| 5190 |
5151 |
5669 |
Treasury of David, Vol. 6 (Abridged) |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Commentary |
Charles Spurgeon was a British Particular Baptist preacher who remains highly influential among Christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the "Prince of Preachers". In his lifetime, Spurgeon preached to around 10,000,000 people, often up to 10 times each week at different places. He was the pastor of the congregation of the New Park Street Chapel (later the Metropolitan Tabernacle) in London for 38 years.<br><br>\n\nSpurgeon was a prolific author of many types of works. This sixth volume of Spurgeon’s commentary on the Psalms covers Psalm 119 to Psalm 124. (Summary modified from Wikipedia by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasury-of-david-vol-6-abridged-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
charles spurgeon british particular baptist preacher remains highly influential among christians different denominations among still known prince preachers lifetime spurgeon preached around 10 000 000 people often 10 times week different places pastor congregation new park street chapel later metropolitan tabernacle london 38 years br br spurgeon prolific author many types works sixth volume spurgeon s commentary psalms covers psalm 119 psalm 124 summary modified wikipedia maryann p |
| 5191 |
5152 |
5670 |
Mystery of the Locks |
E. W. Howe |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Davy's Bend was a dying, lonely, uncared for river town. So when a stranger showed up one day and bought the old unoccupied house called 'The Locks' one dreary day, the inhabitants of the town were naturally very curious about the stranger, and very curious about his reasons for buying the old house. The Locks had been known for years to display at nighttime a single light showing up in one room, and there was one room in the house which was strictly off-limits to anyone. What was the history behind The Locks that nobody dared to talk about? What was the reason for the stranger's unannounced arrival and purchase of The Locks? Small, dying towns tend to keep their secrets to themselves, and Davy's Bend was no exception. Nor was the stranger's. (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-locks-by-e-w-howe/ |
davy s bend dying lonely uncared river town stranger showed one day bought old unoccupied house called the locks one dreary day inhabitants town naturally curious stranger curious reasons buying old house locks known years display nighttime single light showing one room one room house strictly off limits anyone history behind locks nobody dared talk about reason stranger s unannounced arrival purchase locks small dying towns tend keep secrets themselves davy s bend exception stranger s introduction roger melin p |
| 5192 |
5153 |
5671 |
Ten Days that Shook the World |
John Reed |
Modern (20th C) |
Ten Days that Shook the World (1919) is a book by American journalist and socialist John Reed about the October Revolution in Russia in 1917 which Reed experienced firsthand. Reed followed many of the prominent Bolshevik leaders, especially Grigory Zinoviev and Karl Radek, closely during his time in Russia.<br/><br/>\n\nJohn Reed died in 1920, shortly after the book was finished, and he is one of the few Americans buried at the Kremlin Wall Necropolis in Moscow, a site normally reserved only for the most prominent Soviet leaders.<br/><br/>\n\nMax Eastman recalls a meeting with John Reed in the middle of Sheridan Square during the period of time when Reed isolated himself writing the book:<br/>\n"...he wrote Ten Days that Shook the World - wrote it in another ten days and ten nights or little more. He was gaunt, unshaven, greasy-skinned, a stark sleepless half-crazy look on his slightly potato-like face - had come down after a night's work for a cup of coffee.<br/>\n'Max, don't tell anybody where I am. I'm writing the Russian revolution in a book. I've got all the placards and papers up there in a little room and a Russian dictionary, and I'm working all day and all night. I haven't shut my eyes for thirty-six hours. I'll finish the whole thing in two weeks. And I've got a name for it too - Ten Days that Shook the World. Good-by, I've got to go get some coffee. Don't for God's sake tell anybody where I am!'<br/>\nDo you wonder I emphasize his brains? Not so many feats can be found in American literature to surpass what he did there in those two or three weeks in that little room with those piled-up papers in a half-known tongue, piled clear up to the ceiling, and a small dog-eared dictionary, and a memory, and a determination to get it right, and a gorgeous imagination to paint it when he go it. But I wanted to comment on now was the unqualified, concentrated joy in his mad eyes that morning. He was doing what he was made to do, writing a great book. And he had a name for it too - Ten Days that Shook the World!" (From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/ten-days-that-shook-the-world-by-john-reed/ |
ten days shook world 1919 book american journalist socialist john reed october revolution russia 1917 reed experienced firsthand reed followed many prominent bolshevik leaders especially grigory zinoviev karl radek closely time russia br br john reed died 1920 shortly book finished one americans buried kremlin wall necropolis moscow site normally reserved prominent soviet leaders br br max eastman recalls meeting john reed middle sheridan square period time reed isolated writing book br he wrote ten days shook world wrote another ten days ten nights little more gaunt unshaven greasy skinned stark sleepless half crazy look slightly potato like face come night s work cup coffee br max tell anybody am i m writing russian revolution book i ve got placards papers little room russian dictionary i m working day night shut eyes thirty six hours i ll finish whole thing two weeks i ve got name ten days shook world good by i ve got go get coffee god s sake tell anybody am br wonder emphasize brains many feats found american literature surpass two three weeks little room piled up papers half known tongue piled clear ceiling small dog eared dictionary memory determination get right gorgeous imagination paint go it wanted comment unqualified concentrated joy mad eyes morning made do writing great book name ten days shook world from wikipedia p |
| 5193 |
5154 |
5672 |
LibriVox Language Learning Collection Vol. 004 |
Various |
Language learning |
This collection is part of an initiative to create a language learning resource at LibriVox. The LibriVox Language Learning Collections contain readings from various language learning books, grammars, primers, phrasebooks, dictionaries, readers and even other works which contain information on various languages, recount experiences of language learning and encountering new languages or provide guides for correct pronunciation, writing or discourse in a language. These works could describe English or any other language whatsoever, from Latin to Sumerian, Chinese to Wampanoag, Esperanto to Swahili (etc.).<br><br>This collection includes Beginning Latin: Lessons 4 to 5, Latin for Beginners 1 to 3, Elegantiæ Latinæ by Edward Valpy, Chapter 2 - Hercules, from Ritchie's Fabulae Faciles, Dialogues 1 to 5 from The English and French Interpreter, Lessons 16 to 20 from Esperanto in Twenty Lessons , First Lessons of Chinese (Introduction and Chapter One), Grammar of English Grammars, chapters 1 - 3, Greek Lessons: 26 to 30, The Languages of Britain, from Polychronicon, A Plea for Phonetic Spelling [or, The Necessity of Orthographic Reform], § 1. to § 4, Lessons 31 - 35 from A Practical Arabic Course, Zamenhof's An Attempt towards an International Language: Part I: First, Second and Third Problems, How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition (Preface) and a second version of The Aural System. (Introduction by Nicholas J. Bridgewater)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-librivox-language-learning-collection-vol-004-by/ |
collection part initiative create language learning resource librivox librivox language learning collections contain readings various language learning books grammars primers phrasebooks dictionaries readers even works contain information various languages recount experiences language learning encountering new languages provide guides correct pronunciation writing discourse language works could describe english language whatsoever latin sumerian chinese wampanoag esperanto swahili etc br br this collection includes beginning latin lessons 4 5 latin beginners 1 3 elegantiæ latinæ edward valpy chapter 2 hercules ritchie s fabulae faciles dialogues 1 5 english french interpreter lessons 16 20 esperanto twenty lessons first lessons chinese introduction chapter one grammar english grammars chapters 1 3 greek lessons 26 30 languages britain polychronicon plea phonetic spelling or necessity orthographic reform 1 4 lessons 31 35 practical arabic course zamenhof s attempt towards international language part i first second third problems write clearly rules exercises english composition preface second version aural system introduction nicholas j bridgewater p |
| 5194 |
5155 |
5673 |
Song (Poe version) |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Song by Edgar Allan Poe. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 10, 2011.<br><br>Edgar Allan Poe was an American author, poet, editor and literary critic, considered part of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Poe was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story and is considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre. He is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction. He was the first well-known American writer to try to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings song edgar allan poe weekly poetry project july 10 2011 br br edgar allan poe american author poet editor literary critic considered part american romantic movement best known tales mystery macabre poe one earliest american practitioners short story considered inventor detective fiction genre credited contributing emerging genre science fiction first well known american writer try earn living writing alone resulting financially difficult life career summary wikipedia p |
| 5195 |
5156 |
5674 |
Memoir on the Life and Character of the Rev. Prince Demetrius A. de Gallitzin |
Thomas Heyden |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Prince Demetrius of Gallitzin (1770-1840), or "Father Smith," as he was known on the eighteenth century American frontier, was one of the glories of early Catholicism in America. Though a prince by birth, Demetrius discreetly concealed the glory of his earlier life that he might better lead his adopted spiritual children to the glory of eternal life. For more than four decades, he humbly provided for the spiritual needs of courageous pioneers scattered throughout the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania. For this reason he is affectionately remembered as "The Apostle of the Alleghenies." His missionary colleague and protege, Father Thomas Heyden of Bedford, Pennsylvania, offers this touching but brief memoir culled from a treasure trove of documents entrusted to his care following the death of Father Demetrius.</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/a-memoir-on-the-life-and-character-of-the-rev-prince-demetrius-a-de-gallitzin-by-thomas-heyden/ |
prince demetrius gallitzin 1770 1840 father smith known eighteenth century american frontier one glories early catholicism america though prince birth demetrius discreetly concealed glory earlier life might better lead adopted spiritual children glory eternal life four decades humbly provided spiritual needs courageous pioneers scattered throughout allegheny mountains central pennsylvania reason affectionately remembered the apostle alleghenies missionary colleague protege father thomas heyden bedford pennsylvania offers touching brief memoir culled treasure trove documents entrusted care following death father demetrius p |
| 5196 |
5157 |
5675 |
Spinner in the Sun |
Myrtle Reed |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Myrtle Reed may always be depended upon to write a story in which poetry, charm, tenderness and humor are combined into a clever and entertaining book. Her characters are delightful and she always displays a quaint humor of expression and a quiet feeling of pathos which give a touch of active realism to all her writings.\nIn "A Spinner in the Sun" she tells an old-fashioned love story, of a veiled lady who lives in solitude and whose features her neighbors have never seen. There is a mystery at the heart of the book that throws over it the glamour of romance (Summary by Grosset & Dunlap publishers, 1913)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-spinner-in-the-sun-by-myrtle-reed/ |
myrtle reed may always depended upon write story poetry charm tenderness humor combined clever entertaining book characters delightful always displays quaint humor expression quiet feeling pathos give touch active realism writings a spinner sun tells old fashioned love story veiled lady lives solitude whose features neighbors never seen mystery heart book throws glamour romance summary grosset dunlap publishers 1913 p |
| 5197 |
5158 |
5676 |
Tours in the South Coast District |
Queensland Railways |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
An early booklet, designed to encourage tourism in the northern parts of New South Wales, and the southern parts of Queensland, particularly the area now in the Gold Coast.\n(Introduction by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/tours-in-the-south-coast-district-by-queensland-railways/ |
early booklet designed encourage tourism northern parts new south wales southern parts queensland particularly area gold coast introduction timothy ferguson p |
| 5198 |
5159 |
5677 |
Solid Declaration of the Formula of Concord |
Martin Chemnitz |
Christianity - Other |
Formula of Concord (1577) is an authoritative Lutheran statement of faith (called a confession, creed, or "symbol") that, in its two parts (Epitome and Solid Declaration), makes up the final section of the Lutheran Corpus Doctrinae or Body of Doctrine, known as the Book of Concord. The Solid Declaration [is] a detailed exposition [of the Formula's twelve articles]. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1584 |
https://librivox.org/solid-declaration-of-the-formula-of-concord-by-martin-chemnitz/ |
formula concord 1577 authoritative lutheran statement faith called confession creed symbol that two parts epitome solid declaration makes final section lutheran corpus doctrinae body doctrine known book concord solid declaration is detailed exposition of formula s twelve articles introduction wikipedia p |
| 5199 |
5160 |
5678 |
Public Opinion |
Walter Lippmann |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Public Opinion (1922), by Walter Lippman, is a critical assessment of functional democratic government, especially the irrational, and often self-serving, social perceptions that influence individual behavior, and prevent optimal societal cohesion. (Introduction by author)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/public-opinion-by-walter-lippmann/ |
public opinion 1922 walter lippman critical assessment functional democratic government especially irrational often self serving social perceptions influence individual behavior prevent optimal societal cohesion introduction author p |
| 5200 |
5161 |
5679 |
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 2 |
Havelock Ellis |
Family & Relationships, Psychology |
The second of six volumes, this volume covers in extensive detail the topic of "Sexual Inversion", or homosexuality to give it a more current name. Written as an anthropological and psychological study from the point of view of Havelock, the famous British sexologist of the late 19th century, who was also a physician and social reformer. (Summary by Tim Ferreira and John Fricker)<p> |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/studies-in-the-psychology-of-sex-volume-2-by-havelock-ellis/ |
second six volumes volume covers extensive detail topic sexual inversion homosexuality give current name written anthropological psychological study point view havelock famous british sexologist late 19th century also physician social reformer summary tim ferreira john fricker p |
| 5201 |
5162 |
5680 |
Robin Hood |
Paul Creswick |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />"Well, Robin, on what folly do you employ yourself? Do you cut sticks for our fire o' mornings?" Thus spoke Master Hugh Fitzooth, King's Ranger of the Forest at Locksley, as he entered his house.\n\n<br /><br />Robin flushed a little. "These are arrows, sir," he announced, holding one up for inspection.\n\n<br /><br />Dame Fitzooth smiled upon the boy as she rose to meet her lord. "What fortune do you bring us to-day, father?" asked she, cheerily.\n\n<br /><br />Fitzooth's face was a mask of discontent. "I bring myself, dame," answered he, "neither more nor less."\n\n<br /><br />"Surely that is enough for Robin and me!" laughed his wife. "Come, cast off your shoes, and give me your bow and quiver. I have news for you, Hugh, even if you have none for us. George of Gamewell has sent his messenger to-day, and bids me bring Robin to him for the Fair." She hesitated to give the whole truth.\n(Summary by Vallabh Papdiwala)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/robin-hood-by-paul-creswick/ |
br well robin folly employ yourself cut sticks fire o mornings thus spoke master hugh fitzooth king s ranger forest locksley entered house br br robin flushed little these arrows sir announced holding one inspection br br dame fitzooth smiled upon boy rose meet lord what fortune bring us to day father asked she cheerily br br fitzooth s face mask discontent i bring myself dame answered he neither less br br surely enough robin me laughed wife come cast shoes give bow quiver news you hugh even none us george gamewell sent messenger to day bids bring robin fair hesitated give whole truth summary vallabh papdiwala br br |
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5163 |
5682 |
Saint Francis of Assisi: A Biography |
Johannes Jorgensen |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Born to a prosperous cloth merchant of Assisi, Francis (1182-1226) lived the typically high-spirited life of a wealthy young man of his day, which included fighting as a soldier. In 1205, while away at war, he experienced a vision that beckoned him return to Assisi, where he soon lost his taste for the worldly life and began to live a life of evangelical poverty in imitation of Jesus Christ. He embarked upon a pilgrimage to Rome, where he begged for alms alongside the poor at St. Peter's Basilica. Upon his return to Assisi, be began to preach in the town square and soon acquired a curious following which blossomed into a worldwide religious order. The Franciscans sparked a spiritual revival that enlightened the Dark Ages and that continues even into our day.<br><br>Johannes Jorgensen (1866–1956) is best known outside his native Denmark for his popular biography of St. Francis of Assisi, which he wrote in 1907. As a student in Copenhagen, he searched in vain for truth in various secular and spiritual philosophies. But his 1894 visit to Assisi, with his friend Mogens Ballin, a Jewish convert to Catholicism, led to a turning point in Jorgensen's own spiritual life and quest for truth and marked the beginning of his fervent love for Francis, a love that became the preoccupation of his life and led to his conversion to Catholicism in 1896. His timeless biography of Francis of Assisi continues to inspire readers from all creeds and cultures. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/saint-francis-of-assisi-a-biography-by-johannes-jorgensen/ |
born prosperous cloth merchant assisi francis 1182 1226 lived typically high spirited life wealthy young man day included fighting soldier 1205 away war experienced vision beckoned return assisi soon lost taste worldly life began live life evangelical poverty imitation jesus christ embarked upon pilgrimage rome begged alms alongside poor st peter s basilica upon return assisi began preach town square soon acquired curious following blossomed worldwide religious order franciscans sparked spiritual revival enlightened dark ages continues even day br br johannes jorgensen 1866 1956 best known outside native denmark popular biography st francis assisi wrote 1907 student copenhagen searched vain truth various secular spiritual philosophies 1894 visit assisi friend mogens ballin jewish convert catholicism led turning point jorgensen s spiritual life quest truth marked beginning fervent love francis love became preoccupation life led conversion catholicism 1896 timeless biography francis assisi continues inspire readers creeds cultures adapted wikipedia p |
| 5203 |
5164 |
5683 |
Missing Bride |
E.D.E.N. Southworth |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<br />Prepare yourself for a journey, full of adventures and plot twists which will keep you guessing until the very end. This is psychological romance at it's best. In the war of 1814, an American heiress falls in love with a British officer. This ill-fated marriage brings together a large group of interesting people who would never have met in other circumstances.\n(Summary by Stav Nisser)<br /><br /> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-missing-bride-by-eden-southworth/ |
br prepare journey full adventures plot twists keep guessing end psychological romance best war 1814 american heiress falls love british officer ill fated marriage brings together large group interesting people would never met circumstances summary stav nisser br br |
| 5204 |
5165 |
5684 |
Biltmore Oswald |
J. Thorne Smith, Jr. |
Humorous Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
The hilarious diary of a young man's recruitment into, and service in a navy, which, though well equipped and disciplined, remains woefully ill prepared for his arrival and dubious contribution. (Introduction by Nigel Boydell)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/biltmore-oswald-by-j-thorne-smith-jr/ |
hilarious diary young man s recruitment into service navy which though well equipped disciplined remains woefully ill prepared arrival dubious contribution introduction nigel boydell p |
| 5205 |
5166 |
5685 |
In the Reign of Terror: The Adventures of a Westminster Boy |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Like all Henty books, this one centers around a young English lad whose courtesy and courage win the day. Harry Sandwith travels to France to serve a French Marquis, despite the rumblings of a revolution. Follow along to benefit from a wholesome story full of historical facts in good, old Henty fashion. (Introduction by Jenn Raimundo)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-reign-of-terror-the-adventures-of-a-westminster-boy-by-g-a-henty/ |
like henty books one centers around young english lad whose courtesy courage win day harry sandwith travels france serve french marquis despite rumblings revolution follow along benefit wholesome story full historical facts good old henty fashion introduction jenn raimundo p |
| 5206 |
5167 |
5686 |
Palace in the Garden |
Mary Louisa Molesworth |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
The Palace in the Garden is the engaging story of three orphans sent to live in the mysterious country cottage of ROSEBUDS. The inquisitive children piece together the unexpected mystery of the Palace in the garden & all that goes with it. The story has a few twists. This book put me in mind of the Secret Garden.(Introduction by ilianthe)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-palace-in-the-garden-by-mary-louisa-molesworth/ |
palace garden engaging story three orphans sent live mysterious country cottage rosebuds inquisitive children piece together unexpected mystery palace garden goes it story twists book put mind secret garden introduction ilianthe p |
| 5207 |
5168 |
5687 |
Bible (KJV) 05: Deuteronomy |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
Deuteronomy is the fifth book of the Hebrew Bible, and of the Jewish Torah/Pentateuch. The Hebrew title, "[spoken] words", is taken from the opening phrase, "These are the words..."; the English title is from the Greek and Latin, both meaning "second law", a mistranslation of the Hebrew phrase mishneh ha-torah ha-zoth, "a copy of this law", in Deuteronomy 17:18.<br/><br/>\nThe book consists of three sermons or speeches delivered to the Israelites by Moses on the plains of Moab, shortly before they enter the Promised Land. The first sermon recapitulates the forty years of wilderness wanderings which have led to this moment, and ends with an exhortation to observe the law (or teachings); the second reminds the Israelites of the need for exclusive allegiance to one God and observance of the laws he has given them, on which their possession of the land depends; and the third offers the comfort that even should Israel prove unfaithful and so lose the land, with repentance all can be restored.<br/><br/>\nOne of its most significant verses is Deuteronomy 6:4, the Shema, which has become the definitive statement of Jewish identity: "Hear, O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one." Verses 6:4-5 were also quoted by Jesus in Mark 12:28-34 as part of the Great Commandment. (Modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/deuteronomy-king-james-version/ |
deuteronomy fifth book hebrew bible jewish torah pentateuch hebrew title spoken words taken opening phrase these words english title greek latin meaning second law mistranslation hebrew phrase mishneh ha torah ha zoth a copy law deuteronomy 17 18 br br book consists three sermons speeches delivered israelites moses plains moab shortly enter promised land first sermon recapitulates forty years wilderness wanderings led moment ends exhortation observe law or teachings second reminds israelites need exclusive allegiance one god observance laws given them possession land depends third offers comfort even israel prove unfaithful lose land repentance restored br br one significant verses deuteronomy 6 4 shema become definitive statement jewish identity hear israel lord god lord one verses 6 4 5 also quoted jesus mark 12 28 34 part great commandment modified wikipedia br br |
| 5208 |
5169 |
5688 |
Hard Times (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Charles Dickens |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
Charles Dickens' 1854 novel opens with the philosophy of education espoused by the eminently practical Mr. Gradgrind, who prizes "facts and calculations." He raises his children, most prominently Louisa and Tom, to eschew imagination and emotion and embrace order and reason. The results are disastrous: Louisa marries out of duty to the supposed self-made man Mr. Bounderby, while Tom grows up dissolute, ultimately commits theft and blames it on an unfortunate laborer, Stephen Blackpool. Set in the fictional Coketown, a mill town in the north of England, Dickens' novel satirizes capitalism, social mobility, class stratification, and Utilitarianism. This dramatic reading of the novel features a full cast of LibriVox volunteers, who lend their voices to Dickens' vibrant comic characters. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Mr. Gradgrind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Sissy Jupe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5860">J L Raimundo</a><br>Bitzer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Louisa Gradgrind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mr. Bounderby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/152">Andy Minter</a><br>Mrs. Gradgrind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Tom Gradgrind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>Mr. E. W. B. Childers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Master Kidderminster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mr. Sleary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Mrs. Sparsit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Stephen Blackpool: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>Rachael: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>Mrs. Blackpool: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Mrs. Pegler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally McConnell</a><br>James Harthouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Slackbridge: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Voice 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6610">sylly</a><br>Voice 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5860">J L Raimundo</a><br>Jane Gradgrind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6534">Goldfish</a><br>Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br><br><strong>Text prepared by Arielle Lipshaw and Elizabeth Klett<br>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/hard-times-dramatic-reading-by-charles-dickens/ |
charles dickens 1854 novel opens philosophy education espoused eminently practical mr gradgrind prizes facts calculations raises children prominently louisa tom eschew imagination emotion embrace order reason results disastrous louisa marries duty supposed self made man mr bounderby tom grows dissolute ultimately commits theft blames unfortunate laborer stephen blackpool set fictional coketown mill town north england dickens novel satirizes capitalism social mobility class stratification utilitarianism dramatic reading novel features full cast librivox volunteers lend voices dickens vibrant comic characters summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br mr gradgrind a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br sissy jupe a href http librivox org reader 5860 j l raimundo a br bitzer a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br gentleman a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br louisa gradgrind a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr bounderby a href http librivox org reader 152 andy minter a br mrs gradgrind a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br tom gradgrind a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br mr e w b childers a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br master kidderminster a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mr sleary a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br mrs sparsit a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br stephen blackpool a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br rachael a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br mrs blackpool a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br mrs pegler a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mcconnell a br james harthouse a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br slackbridge a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br voice 1 a href http librivox org reader 6610 sylly a br voice 2 a href http librivox org reader 5860 j l raimundo a br jane gradgrind a href http librivox org reader 6534 goldfish a br waiter a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br man a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br clown a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br br strong text prepared arielle lipshaw elizabeth klett br audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5689 |
Kazan |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Kazan (sometimes published with the subtitle The Wolf Dog) is a once very popular novel by environmentalist and author James Oliver Curwood. After a trip to the Yukon area of Canada and Alaska, Curwood wrote a series of wilderness adventure novels that were best-sellers in the 1910’s and 1920’s and remained popular through mid century. Jack London had begun the vogue for northland dog stories with his Call of the Wild and White Fang, and there were many imitators, but none had a greater impact than Curwood. The income from the sales of his books permitted him to spend several months of each year in the remote northwestern area that he loved, while he poured out more than 30 novels.<br/><br/>Probably the most widely read of his novels during his lifetime was this engrossing tale of a magnificent animal that is part husky and part wolf. There is a struggle between the two breeds in Kazan’s makeup; he is torn between love for a particular man and woman and the desire to run free with the wolves, especially the one that he has chosen for his mate. In both of these contrasting parts of his life, he meets tremendous challenges that require all his instinct, strength, and spirit to overcome.(Introduction by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/kazan-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
kazan sometimes published subtitle wolf dog popular novel environmentalist author james oliver curwood trip yukon area canada alaska curwood wrote series wilderness adventure novels best sellers 1910 s 1920 s remained popular mid century jack london begun vogue northland dog stories call wild white fang many imitators none greater impact curwood income sales books permitted spend several months year remote northwestern area loved poured 30 novels br br probably widely read novels lifetime engrossing tale magnificent animal part husky part wolf struggle two breeds kazan s makeup torn love particular man woman desire run free wolves especially one chosen mate contrasting parts life meets tremendous challenges require instinct strength spirit overcome introduction leonard wilson p |
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5690 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 18) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This is volume 4 chapter 18 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-4-chapter-18-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 18 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
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5172 |
5691 |
Evil Guest |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Detective Fiction |
Le Fanu’s inimitable style continues with The Evil Guest, a murder mystery fraught with dark imagery and mysterious characters. An unwanted guest visiting a dreary and isolated home is murdered; the thriller leads the reader down countless ‘dead’ ends before revealing the identity of the guilty party. (Introduction by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-evil-guest-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
le fanu s inimitable style continues evil guest murder mystery fraught dark imagery mysterious characters unwanted guest visiting dreary isolated home murdered thriller leads reader countless dead ends revealing identity guilty party introduction cathy barratt p |
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5173 |
5692 |
Compilation de poèmes - 004 |
Various |
Poetry |
<p>Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. </p><p> (Ezwa)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-004-by-various/ |
p cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p p ezwa p |
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5174 |
5693 |
Way of the World |
William Congreve |
Plays |
The Way of the World is a play written by British playwright William Congreve. It premiered in 1700 in the theatre in Lincoln's Inn Fields in London. It is widely regarded as being one of the best Restoration comedies written and is still performed sporadically to this day.<br><br>The play is based around the two lovers Mirabell and Millamant (originally famously played by John Verbruggen and Anne Bracegirdle). In order for the two to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort. Unfortunately, she is a very bitter lady, who despises Mirabell and wants her own nephew, Sir Wilful, to wed Millamant.<br><br>Other characters include Fainall who is having a secret affair with Mrs. Marwood, a friend of Mrs. Fainall's, who in turn once had an affair with Mirabell.<br><br>Waitwell is Mirabell's servant and is married to Foible, Lady Wishfort's servant. Waitwell pretends to be Sir Rowland and, on Mirabell's command, tries to trick Lady Wishfort into a false engagement. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nMirabell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6037">bish</a><br>\nFainall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>\nBetty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>\nFootman; Messenger; Coachman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>\nWitwoud: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6487">thebicyclethief</a><br>\nPetulant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>\nMrs Fainall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>\nMrs Marwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6534">Helen Falconer</a><br>\nMincing: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>\nWaitwell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>\nFoible: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6131">Malane</a><br>\nLady Wishfort: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2026">Mil Nicholson</a><br>\nPeg: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6600">Maria Calderazzo</a><br>\nMrs Millamant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>\nSir Wilfull Witwoud: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br> |
English |
1700 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-the-world-by-william-congreve/ |
way world play written british playwright william congreve premiered 1700 theatre lincoln s inn fields london widely regarded one best restoration comedies written still performed sporadically day br br the play based around two lovers mirabell millamant originally famously played john verbruggen anne bracegirdle order two get married receive millamant s full dowry mirabell must receive blessing millamant s aunt lady wishfort unfortunately bitter lady despises mirabell wants nephew sir wilful wed millamant br br other characters include fainall secret affair mrs marwood friend mrs fainall s turn affair mirabell br br waitwell mirabell s servant married foible lady wishfort s servant waitwell pretends sir rowland and mirabell s command tries trick lady wishfort false engagement summary wikipedia br br b cast b br mirabell a href http librivox org reader 6037 bish a br fainall a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br betty a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br footman messenger coachman a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br witwoud a href http librivox org reader 6487 thebicyclethief a br petulant a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mrs fainall a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br mrs marwood a href http librivox org reader 6534 helen falconer a br mincing a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br waitwell a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br foible a href http librivox org reader 6131 malane a br lady wishfort a href http librivox org reader 2026 mil nicholson a br peg a href http librivox org reader 6600 maria calderazzo a br mrs millamant a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br sir wilfull witwoud a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br |
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5175 |
5694 |
Dead Secret |
Wilkie Collins |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
"Everything in life has a price. May be, telling a Secret has the highest. However, not telling may be worse. What will Sarah choose? will she tell the Secret which destroyed her life?" (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-secret-by-wilkie-collins/ |
everything life price may be telling secret highest however telling may worse sarah choose tell secret destroyed life summary stav nisser p |
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5176 |
5695 |
Mansion of Mystery |
Chester K. Steele |
Detective Fiction |
Mr. and Mrs. Langmore were found mysteriously murdered in their mansion one morning. Their daughter Margaret, who was at home at the time of the deaths, is quickly suspected of having committed the crime. However, her fiance Raymond Case will not believe in her guilt and convinces the famous detective Adam Adams to investigate.\nThis book was written by Edward Stratemeyer, head of the Stratemeyer Syndicate, under the pseudonym of Chester K. Steele. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-mansion-of-mystery-by-chester-k-steele/ |
mr mrs langmore found mysteriously murdered mansion one morning daughter margaret home time deaths quickly suspected committed crime however fiance raymond case believe guilt convinces famous detective adam adams investigate book written edward stratemeyer head stratemeyer syndicate pseudonym chester k steele summary carolin p |
| 5216 |
5177 |
5696 |
Dream |
John Donne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Dream by John Donne. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 17, 2011.<br><br>John Donne was an English poet, satirist, lawyer, and priest who is considered a prominent representative of the metaphysical poets of the period. His works are notable for their mimetic and sensual style and include sonnets, love poetry, religious poems, Latin translations, epigrams, elegies, songs, satires and sermons. His poetry is noted for its vibrancy of language and inventiveness of metaphor, especially as compared to that of his contemporaries. (summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-by-john-donne/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings dream john donne fortnightly poetry project july 17 2011 br br john donne english poet satirist lawyer priest considered prominent representative metaphysical poets period works notable mimetic sensual style include sonnets love poetry religious poems latin translations epigrams elegies songs satires sermons poetry noted vibrancy language inventiveness metaphor especially compared contemporaries summary wikipedia p |
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5178 |
5697 |
Ambassador Morgenthau's Story |
Henry Morgenthau |
*Non-fiction, Political Science, Modern (20th C) |
Ambassador Morgenthau’s memoirs of his years in the service of the United States in Constantinople, (today Istanbul), are an important primary historical resource for the study of the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire and the Armenian Genocide. During this genocide, approximately 1,500,000 Armenians living in Anatolia were murdered in an attempt to rid Turkey of its non-Turkish populations. Mr. Morgenthau left Turkey a frustrated man, having done all that he was able through diplomatic circles to halt the murders, to no avail.\nToday, Turkey’s official position is that their attempt to annihilate the Armenian population in Turkey was not a genocide. In 2010, the American House Foreign Relations Committee passed House Resolution 252, officially recognizing the Armenian Genocide.\n“If we hope to stop future genocides we need to admit to those horrific acts of the past. When Hitler had to convince his cohorts that the world would let them get away with it, he turned to them and said, ‘Who today speaks of the annihilation of the Armenians?’,” said Congressman Brad Sherman, co-sponsor of the resolution. “The last act of any genocide is genocide denial, and the first act of preventing the next genocide is to acknowledge past acts of genocide.” (Introduction by Margaret Espaillat)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/ambassador-morgenthaus-story-by-henry-morgenthau/ |
ambassador morgenthau s memoirs years service united states constantinople today istanbul important primary historical resource study dissolution ottoman empire armenian genocide genocide approximately 1 500 000 armenians living anatolia murdered attempt rid turkey non turkish populations mr morgenthau left turkey frustrated man done able diplomatic circles halt murders avail today turkey s official position attempt annihilate armenian population turkey genocide 2010 american house foreign relations committee passed house resolution 252 officially recognizing armenian genocide if hope stop future genocides need admit horrific acts past hitler convince cohorts world would let get away it turned said who today speaks annihilation armenians said congressman brad sherman co sponsor resolution the last act genocide genocide denial first act preventing next genocide acknowledge past acts genocide introduction margaret espaillat p |
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5179 |
5698 |
Love and Friendship |
Emily Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Love and Friendship by Emily Brontë. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 17, 2011.<br><br>Emily Jane Brontë was an English novelist and poet, now best remembered for her only novel, Wuthering Heights, a classic of English literature. Emily was the second eldest of the three surviving Brontë sisters, between Charlotte and Anne. She published under the pen name Ellis Bell. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-friendship-by-emily-bronte/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings love friendship emily brontë weekly poetry project july 17 2011 br br emily jane brontë english novelist poet best remembered novel wuthering heights classic english literature emily second eldest three surviving brontë sisters charlotte anne published pen name ellis bell summary wikipedia p |
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5180 |
5702 |
Robin |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction |
Starting with a summary of the 1922 novel The Head of the House of Coombe, which followed the relationships between a group of pre-WWI English nobles and commoners, this sequel, called Robin, completes the story of Robin, Lord Coombe, Donal and Feather. (Introduction by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/robin-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
starting summary 1922 novel head house coombe followed relationships group pre wwi english nobles commoners sequel called robin completes story robin lord coombe donal feather introduction linda andrus p |
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5181 |
5703 |
Little Colonel's Holidays |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Family, General |
"What happened after the Little Colonel's house party?" they demand, and they send letters to the Valley by the score, asking "Did Betty go blind?" "Did the two little Knights of Kentucky ever meet Joyce again or find the Gate of the Giant Scissors?" Did the Little Colonel ever have any more good times at Locust, or did Eugenia ever forget that she too had started out to build a Road of the Loving Heart?<br><br>It would be impossible to answer all these questions through the post-office, so that is why the magic kettle has been dragged from its hiding-place after all these years, and set a-boiling once more. Gather in a ring around it, all you who want to know, and pass your curious fingers through its wreaths. of rising steam. Now you shall see the Little Colonel and her guests of the house party in turn, and the bells shall ring for each a different song. <br><br>This is the fifth book in the "Little Colonel" series for girls. (Summary from the book and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-holidays-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
what happened little colonel s house party demand send letters valley score asking did betty go blind did two little knights kentucky ever meet joyce find gate giant scissors little colonel ever good times locust eugenia ever forget started build road loving heart br br it would impossible answer questions post office magic kettle dragged hiding place years set a boiling more gather ring around it want know pass curious fingers wreaths rising steam shall see little colonel guests house party turn bells shall ring different song br br this fifth book little colonel series girls summary book maria therese p |
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5182 |
5704 |
Bible (Fenton) 11,12,23,24,26: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: 1 Kings-Ezekiel |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman called Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The Ever-Living". The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." For his translation of the Book of Job which appeared in 1898, Fenton was assisted by Henrik Borgström. This was "rendered into the same metre as the original Hebrew, word by word and line by line". His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke.<br><br>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original.<br><br>(Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-holy-bible-in-modern-english-1-kings-ezekiel-by-ferrar-fenton/ |
work translation began 1853 london businessman called ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages translation book job appeared 1898 fenton assisted henrik borgström rendered metre original hebrew word word line line translation new testament based greek text westcott hort ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke br br notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original br br summary wikipedia p |
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5183 |
5705 |
Magic Pudding |
Norman Lindsay |
Children's Fiction |
Bunyip Bluegum the koala sets out on his travels taking only a walking stick. At about lunchtime, feeling more than slightly peckish, he meets Bill Barnacle the sailor and Sam Sawnoff the penguin who are eating a pudding. The pudding is a magic one which, no matter how much you eat it, always reforms into a whole pudding again. He is called Albert, has thin arms and legs and is a bad-tempered, ill-mannered so-and-so into the bargain. His only pleasure is being eaten. The book is divided into four "slices" instead of chapters. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-pudding-by-norman-lindsay/ |
bunyip bluegum koala sets travels taking walking stick lunchtime feeling slightly peckish meets bill barnacle sailor sam sawnoff penguin eating pudding pudding magic one which matter much eat it always reforms whole pudding again called albert thin arms legs bad tempered ill mannered so and so bargain pleasure eaten book divided four slices instead chapters introduction wikipedia p |
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5184 |
5706 |
Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to the Study of Antiquities in Egypt |
Gaston Maspero |
History , Science |
A handbook of Egyptian archaeology, issued by the British Museum, considered suitable for British tourists traveling to Egypt in the 19th Century. (Introduction by Timothy Ferguson)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/manual-of-egyptian-archaeology-by-gaston-maspero/ |
handbook egyptian archaeology issued british museum considered suitable british tourists traveling egypt 19th century introduction timothy ferguson p |
| 5224 |
5185 |
5707 |
Jesus of Nazareth: The Story of His Life Simply Told |
Mother Mary Loyola |
*Non-fiction, Christianity - Other |
The study of Our Lord’s life is something very precious to all souls devoted to living a Christian life, according to the Gospels. By learning about Our Lord, Jesus Christ, and His life on earth, we learn how to love Him and to serve Him, as He wills. This is a beautiful book that familiarizes the reader with Christ, Jesus of Nazareth. We will see Our Lord in His proper Geography and learn how history and culture added to the details of His precious and private life. This story of Our Lord’s life will help us understand how the prophecies were foreshadowed and fulfilled. These things are supported by the Biblical Quotations and references, chosen by the author. (Summary by Heather Hamtil)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/jesus-of-nazareth-the-story-of-his-life-simply-told-by-mother-mary-loyola/ |
study lord s life something precious souls devoted living christian life according gospels learning lord jesus christ life earth learn love serve him wills beautiful book familiarizes reader christ jesus nazareth see lord proper geography learn history culture added details precious private life story lord s life help us understand prophecies foreshadowed fulfilled things supported biblical quotations references chosen author summary heather hamtil p |
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5187 |
5709 |
Roast Beef, Medium |
Edna Ferber |
Humorous Fiction |
This book follows the adventures of Emma McChesney, a smart and savvy divorced mother who travels the Midwest as a sales representative for a large skirt and petticoat manufacturer. Her many adventures with people, (including predatory salesmen and hotel clerks), are funny and poignant. She is hardworking and able to outsell the slickest of the men salesmen. She has learned to focus on her work and her seventeen-year-old son, Jock. Experience has taught her that it is usually best to stick to roast beef, medium and not get stomach ache with fancy sauces and exotic dishes. This is the first of three volumes following the career and adventures of Emma McChesney. (Introduction by Phil Chenevert)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/roast-beef-medium-by-edna-ferber/ |
book follows adventures emma mcchesney smart savvy divorced mother travels midwest sales representative large skirt petticoat manufacturer many adventures people including predatory salesmen hotel clerks funny poignant hardworking able outsell slickest men salesmen learned focus work seventeen year old son jock experience taught usually best stick roast beef medium get stomach ache fancy sauces exotic dishes first three volumes following career adventures emma mcchesney introduction phil chenevert p |
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5188 |
5710 |
Game |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Sports Fiction |
Jack London wrote at least four stories about boxing; A Piece of Steak (1909), The Mexican (1911), The Abysmal Brute (1911), and The Game (1905). The Game is told, in part, from the point of view of a woman, the fiancée of one of the competitors. This is to be his last fight and they are to be married on the morrow. Against her better judgment, she agrees to watch the bout. (Introduction by Tom Crawford)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-game-by-jack-london/ |
jack london wrote least four stories boxing piece steak 1909 mexican 1911 abysmal brute 1911 game 1905 game told part point view woman fiancée one competitors last fight married morrow better judgment agrees watch bout introduction tom crawford p |
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5189 |
5711 |
According to Promise, or The Lord’s Method of Dealing with His Chosen People |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Charles Haddon (C.H.) Spurgeon (19 June 1834 – 31 January 1892) was a British Particular Baptist preacher and is still known today as the "Prince of Preachers". He was a strong figure in the Reformed Baptist tradition, defending the Church in agreement with the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith understanding, and opposing the liberal and pragmatic theological tendencies in the Church of his day. In his lifetime, Spurgeon preached to around 10 million people, often up to ten times each week at different places.<br><br>\n\nIn this series of devotionals, he challenges each of us to examine our own heart to make sure our faith is solidly grounded, to count the cost, and to experience the promise of grace. “It would be very difficult to say how far a man may go in religion, and yet die in his sins; how much he may look like an heir of heaven, and yet be a child of wrath. Many unconverted men have a belief which is similar to faith, and yet it is not true faith. The life of God within the soul creates an infinite difference between the man who has it and the man who has it not; and the point is, to make sure that we have this life. I desire to help my reader in the business of self-examination. I would have him go further than examination, and attain to such abundance of grace that his holy and happy state shall become a witness to himself. No man can lose by honestly searching his own heart.” (Summary by WYSIWYG, MaryAnn and Charles Spurgeon)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/according-to-promise-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
charles haddon c h spurgeon 19 june 1834 31 january 1892 british particular baptist preacher still known today prince preachers strong figure reformed baptist tradition defending church agreement 1689 london baptist confession faith understanding opposing liberal pragmatic theological tendencies church day lifetime spurgeon preached around 10 million people often ten times week different places br br series devotionals challenges us examine heart make sure faith solidly grounded count cost experience promise grace it would difficult say far man may go religion yet die sins much may look like heir heaven yet child wrath many unconverted men belief similar faith yet true faith life god within soul creates infinite difference man man not point is make sure life desire help reader business self examination would go examination attain abundance grace holy happy state shall become witness himself man lose honestly searching heart summary wysiwyg maryann charles spurgeon p |
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5190 |
5712 |
Five Tales |
John Galsworthy |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
<br />This 1918 book consists of five short stories or novelettes by Galsworthy. They are <em>The First and Last</em> (1914), <em>A Stoic</em>, <em>The Apple Tree</em> (1916), <em>The Juryman</em>, <em>Indian Summer of a Forsyte</em> (1918) This last became part of the trilogy <em>The Forsyte Saga</em>. (Introduction by David Wales)<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/five-tales-by-john-galsworthy/ |
br this 1918 book consists five short stories novelettes galsworthy em the first last em 1914 em a stoic em em the apple tree em 1916 em the juryman em em indian summer forsyte em 1918 last became part trilogy em the forsyte saga em introduction david wales br br |
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5191 |
5713 |
Bible (Fenton) NT 03, 05: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: Luke, Acts |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman called Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The Ever-Living". The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." For his translation of the Book of Job which appeared in 1898, Fenton was assisted by Henrik Borgström. This was "rendered into the same metre as the original Hebrew, word by word and line by line". His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke.<br><br>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original.<br><br>(Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/luke-and-acts-ferrar-fenton-bible/ |
work translation began 1853 london businessman called ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages translation book job appeared 1898 fenton assisted henrik borgström rendered metre original hebrew word word line line translation new testament based greek text westcott hort ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke br br notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original br br summary wikipedia p |
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5192 |
5715 |
Celibates |
George Moore |
General Fiction |
The author is considered the first great Irish writer of realist fiction and is said to have been an inspiration for James Joyce. Celibates is a novel of three characters: Mildred Lawson, John Norton and Agnes Lahens.They have nothing in common other than an absolute love of themselves and an inability to sympathize with others. In that vein, it constitutes a striking image of our own modern day self-absorbed society. (Introduction by James Carson)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/celibates-by-george-moore/ |
author considered first great irish writer realist fiction said inspiration james joyce celibates novel three characters mildred lawson john norton agnes lahens they nothing common absolute love inability sympathize others vein constitutes striking image modern day self absorbed society introduction james carson p |
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5193 |
5716 |
Madame de Treymes |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, Romance |
Edith Wharton's 1907 novella explores the milieu of Americans living abroad in Paris. New Yorker John Durham travels to Paris to woo an old flame, Fanny Frisbee, now the Marquis de Malrive. Fanny is separated from her husband and wants to marry John and return to America, but she doubts whether her Catholic husband will grant her a divorce. When John meets Fanny's sister-in-law, the enigmatic Madame de Treymes, he hopes she may be able to help them in their quest for happiness. (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/madame-de-treymes-by-edith-wharton/ |
edith wharton s 1907 novella explores milieu americans living abroad paris new yorker john durham travels paris woo old flame fanny frisbee marquis de malrive fanny separated husband wants marry john return america doubts whether catholic husband grant divorce john meets fanny s sister in law enigmatic madame de treymes hopes may able help quest happiness introduction elizabeth klett p |
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5194 |
5717 |
Murder Takes the Veil |
Margaret Ann Hubbard |
Detective Fiction |
Set in the Louisiana bayou country, here is a drama rich with suspense...the story of lovely Trillium Pierce powerless at the mercy of a murderer who believes that he has no power over himself - that his determination to kill is written in the stars. The frightened girl is helpless, as her friends at Aurelian College are victimized by the menace who stalks the swampland in a nun's habit.<br><br>Margaret Ann Hubbard was a writer of various genres: historical novels, Catholic children's books, and several crime mysteries written during the 1950's and 1960's. ( Summary by From a dust jacket and Maria Therese )</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/murder-takes-the-veil-by-margaret-ann-hubbard/ |
set louisiana bayou country drama rich suspense the story lovely trillium pierce powerless mercy murderer believes power determination kill written stars frightened girl helpless friends aurelian college victimized menace stalks swampland nun s habit br br margaret ann hubbard writer various genres historical novels catholic children s books several crime mysteries written 1950 s 1960 s summary dust jacket maria therese p |
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5195 |
5718 |
Spell of the Yukon and Other Verses |
Robert W. Service |
Single author |
Known as the Bard of the Yukon and as a people's poet, Robert Service immortalized his experience with the Yukon and its gold rush and this collection of poetry. While some poems are anecdotal and amusing, others capture the raw brilliance that frontiers evoke and the ever pioneering spirit of man. Alternately titled Songs of a Sourdough in the United Kingdoms. (Introduction by Becky)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-spell-of-the-yukon-and-other-verses-by-robert-w-service/ |
known bard yukon people s poet robert service immortalized experience yukon gold rush collection poetry poems anecdotal amusing others capture raw brilliance frontiers evoke ever pioneering spirit man alternately titled songs sourdough united kingdoms introduction becky p |
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5196 |
5719 |
Venus and Adonis (dramatic reading) |
William Shakespeare |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Narratives |
Venus and Adonis is Shakespeare's narrative poem about the love of the goddess Venus for the mortal youth Adonis, dedicated partly to his patron, the Earl of Southampton (thought by some to be the beautiful youth to which many of the Sonnets are addressed). The poem recounts Venus' attempts to woo Adonis, their passionate coupling, and Adonis' rejection of the goddess, to which she responds with jealousy, with tragic results. This recording features three different readers performing the narration, Venus, and Adonis. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/>Read by Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw, Bob Gonzalez</p> |
English |
1593 |
https://librivox.org/venus-and-adonis-by-william-shakespeare/ |
venus adonis shakespeare s narrative poem love goddess venus mortal youth adonis dedicated partly patron earl southampton thought beautiful youth many sonnets addressed poem recounts venus attempts woo adonis passionate coupling adonis rejection goddess responds jealousy tragic results recording features three different readers performing narration venus adonis summary elizabeth klett br br read elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw bob gonzalez p |
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5197 |
5720 |
Cousin Phillis |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction |
Cousin Phillis (1864) is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell about Paul Manning, a youth of seventeen who moves to the country and befriends his mother's family and his second cousin Phillis Holman, who is confused by her own placement at the edge of adolescence. Most critics agree that Cousin Phillis is Gaskell's crowning achievement in the short novel. The story is uncomplicated; its virtues are in the manner of its development and telling. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/cousin-phillis-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
cousin phillis 1864 novel elizabeth gaskell paul manning youth seventeen moves country befriends mother s family second cousin phillis holman confused placement edge adolescence critics agree cousin phillis gaskell s crowning achievement short novel story uncomplicated virtues manner development telling summary wikipedia p |
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5198 |
5721 |
Peter and Wendy |
J. M. Barrie |
Action & Adventure, Family |
<i>Peter and Wendy</i> tells the classic story of Peter Pan, a mischievous little boy who can fly, and his adventures on the island of Neverland with Wendy and her brothers, the fairy Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, the Indian princess Tiger Lily, and the pirate Captain Hook. (Introduction modified from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/peter-and-wendy-by-j-m-barrie/ |
i peter wendy i tells classic story peter pan mischievous little boy fly adventures island neverland wendy brothers fairy tinker bell lost boys indian princess tiger lily pirate captain hook introduction modified wikipedia p |
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5199 |
5722 |
Evanescence |
Harriet Prescott Spofford |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Harriet Elizabeth Prescott Spofford was a notable American writer remembered for her novels, poems and detective stories. This was the weekly poem for July 24-30, 2011.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/evanescence-by-harriet-prescott-spofford/ |
harriet elizabeth prescott spofford notable american writer remembered novels poems detective stories weekly poem july 24 30 2011 p |
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5200 |
5723 |
Consoling Thoughts of Saint Francis de Sales |
Saint Francis de Sales |
Christianity - Other |
Francis de Sales (1567-1622) was a French priest and later bishop of Geneva who was revered as a master of spiritual direction and fondly remembered for his keen insights into the personal spiritual struggles of men and women of all faiths. His Introduction to the Devout Life, which he wrote especially for laypersons, and his Treatise on the Love of God remain fundamental reading for all earthly pilgrims who seek personal moral improvement and strive for spiritual perfection.<br><br>Pere Huguet has gathered together in this one volume some of the more poignant insights and suggestions contained in the writings of Saint Francis de Sales and organized them under more than eighty chapters. They are sure to bring comfort to the weary and guidance to all of us who, from time to time, lose our way. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-consoling-thoughts-of-saint-francis-de-sales-by-jean-joseph-huguet/ |
francis de sales 1567 1622 french priest later bishop geneva revered master spiritual direction fondly remembered keen insights personal spiritual struggles men women faiths introduction devout life wrote especially laypersons treatise love god remain fundamental reading earthly pilgrims seek personal moral improvement strive spiritual perfection br br pere huguet gathered together one volume poignant insights suggestions contained writings saint francis de sales organized eighty chapters sure bring comfort weary guidance us who time time lose way introduction dave7 p |
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5207 |
5732 |
Mary Marie |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Romance |
A charming 'coming of age' story about a young girl, Mary Marie, whose young life is thrown into turmoil as her parents divorce. As she leads two lives, she comes to realize that her parents still love one another, and engineers a reunion. In the end, we discover the long-lasting effect of this turmoil on the adult Mary Marie, and her own marriage." (summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/ymary-marie-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
charming coming age story young girl mary marie whose young life thrown turmoil parents divorce leads two lives comes realize parents still love one another engineers reunion end discover long lasting effect turmoil adult mary marie marriage summary lynne thompson p |
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5201 |
5724 |
Love and Intrigue |
Friedrich Schiller |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Ferdinand is an army major and son of President von Walter, a high-ranking noble in a German duke's court, while Luise Miller is the daughter of a middle-class musician. The couple fall in love with each other, but both their fathers tell them to end their affair. The President instead wants to expand his own influence by marrying Ferdinand to Lady Milford, the duke's mistress, but Ferdinand rebels against his father's plan and tries to persuade Luise to elope with him. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>President Von Walter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Ferdinand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Baron Von Kalb: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Worm: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Miller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Miller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Louisa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Lady Milford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sophy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>An old valet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Servant to Lady Milford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>Narrator/Servant to President: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by ToddHW</strong></p> |
English |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-intrigue-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
ferdinand army major son president von walter high ranking noble german duke s court luise miller daughter middle class musician couple fall love other fathers tell end affair president instead wants expand influence marrying ferdinand lady milford duke s mistress ferdinand rebels father s plan tries persuade luise elope him summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br president von walter a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br ferdinand a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br baron von kalb a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br worm a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br miller a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs miller a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br louisa a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br lady milford a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sophy a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br an old valet a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br servant lady milford a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br narrator servant president a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br br strong audio edited toddhw strong p |
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5202 |
5725 |
Schuß von der Kanzel |
Conrad Ferdinand Meyer |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Der Schuß von der Kanzel ist eine humoristische Novelle von Conrad Ferdinand Meyer (1825–1898), die vom Werk Gottfried Kellers beeinflusst ist und zwischen Mai und August 1877 entstanden ist. Sie wurde erstmals im Zürcher Taschenbuch auf das Jahr 1878 veröffentlicht.</p> |
German |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/der-schuss-von-der-kanzel-by-conrad-ferdinand-meyer/ |
der schuß von der kanzel ist eine humoristische novelle von conrad ferdinand meyer 1825 1898 die vom werk gottfried kellers beeinflusst ist und zwischen mai und august 1877 entstanden ist sie wurde erstmals im zürcher taschenbuch auf das jahr 1878 veröffentlicht p |
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5203 |
5726 |
De Anima |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<br />On the Soul (Greek Περὶ Ψυχῆς (Perì Psūchês), Latin De Anima) is a major treatise by Aristotle on the nature of living things. His discussion centres on the kinds of souls possessed by different kinds of living things, distinguished by their different operations. Thus plants have the capacity for nourishment and reproduction, the minimum that must be possessed by any kind of living organism. Lower animals have, in addition, the powers of sense-perception and self-motion (action). Humans have all these as well as intellect. The notion of soul used by Aristotle is only distantly related to the usual modern conception. He holds that the soul is the form, or essence of any living thing; that it is not a distinct substance from the body that it is in; that it is the possession of soul (of a specific kind) that makes an organism an organism at all, and thus that the notion of a body without a soul, or of a soul in the wrong kind of body, is simply unintelligible. (He argues that some parts of the soul—the intellect—can exist without the body, but most cannot.) It is difficult to reconcile these points with the popular picture of a soul as a sort of spiritual substance "inhabiting" a body. (Adapted from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/de-anima-by-aristotle/ |
br on soul greek περὶ ψυχῆς perì psūchês latin de anima major treatise aristotle nature living things discussion centres kinds souls possessed different kinds living things distinguished different operations thus plants capacity nourishment reproduction minimum must possessed kind living organism lower animals have addition powers sense perception self motion action humans well intellect notion soul used aristotle distantly related usual modern conception holds soul form essence living thing distinct substance body in possession soul of specific kind makes organism organism all thus notion body without soul soul wrong kind body simply unintelligible he argues parts soul the intellect can exist without body cannot difficult reconcile points popular picture soul sort spiritual substance inhabiting body adapted wikipedia br br |
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5204 |
5727 |
Slechte Tijden |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Een vader met wetenschappelijke, onderwijskundige en opvoedkundige idealen past deze idealen krachtdadig en consequent toe op zijn zoon en oudste dochter. De effecten van deze opvoeding zijn helaas anders dan door hem gewenst of voorspeld. Iets wat wel vaker gebeurt met krachtdadig toegepaste idealen. (Introductie door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/slechte-tijden-by-charles-dickens/ |
een vader met wetenschappelijke onderwijskundige en opvoedkundige idealen past deze idealen krachtdadig en consequent toe op zijn zoon en oudste dochter de effecten van deze opvoeding zijn helaas anders dan door hem gewenst voorspeld iets wat wel vaker gebeurt met krachtdadig toegepaste idealen introductie door marcel coenders p |
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5205 |
5730 |
Vintage Verse Rhapsody: A Poetry Collection |
Various |
Poetry |
A collection of poetry selected and performed by Bob Gonzalez, rhapsode. Rhapsodes of Ancient Greece were “song-stitchers,” performing selections from the epics of Homer and Hesiod. The contemporary rhapsode performs the classical poetry of his or her language, culture, and tradition. Any particular collection and arrangement of poems for performance I term a “rhapsody.” In general terms, a rhapsody is an ecstatic expression of feeling and enthusiasm. In music, a rhapsody is an instrumental composition irregular in form and suggestive of improvisation. The poems in this rhapsody comprise a number of poems that I have performed in public and known for much of my life as well as several recent additions to my repertory. They are arranged in chronological order from the 16th century to the early 20th century. Some of the poets represented here are Edmund Spenser, William Shakespeare, John Donne, John Milton, Alexander Pope, William Blake, William Wordsworth, John Keats, Alfred Tennyson, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, Lewis Carroll, and Robert Frost. (Summary by Bob Gonzalez)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/vintage-verse-rhapsody-a-poetry-collection/ |
collection poetry selected performed bob gonzalez rhapsode rhapsodes ancient greece song stitchers performing selections epics homer hesiod contemporary rhapsode performs classical poetry language culture tradition particular collection arrangement poems performance term rhapsody general terms rhapsody ecstatic expression feeling enthusiasm music rhapsody instrumental composition irregular form suggestive improvisation poems rhapsody comprise number poems performed public known much life well several recent additions repertory arranged chronological order 16th century early 20th century poets represented edmund spenser william shakespeare john donne john milton alexander pope william blake william wordsworth john keats alfred tennyson walt whitman emily dickinson lewis carroll robert frost summary bob gonzalez p |
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5206 |
5731 |
Lifted Veil (Version 2) |
George Eliot |
Published 1800 -1900 |
George Eliot’s 1859 novella, The Lifted Veil, departs radically from the grounded realism of her longer and better known works, such as Middlemarch and Daniel Deronda. Its tone calls to mind the works of middlebrow Sensationists, like Wilkie Collins (The Moonstone), and of some of the better known authors of Victorian era horror writings, such as Bram Stoker (Dracula) and Mary Shelley (Frankenstein).</p>\n\nEliot here explores mystical themes, considering the world of phenomena which are felt but not seen. Yet in doing so she suggests that the apparent clairvoyance of her main character, Latimer, may in fact be, at least in part, psychological expressions of his early life experiences. This view is supported by the fact that most of Latimer’s vision-based predictions of how people will behave and events unfold do not, in the end, turn out as he had foretold.</p>\n\nMuch of this work’s power and complexity lie in Latimer’s relationship with Bertha, whom he ultimately, unhappily, marries. Bertha is the one person whose thoughts and feelings he is not able to read, raising the question: What is it about Bertha that renders her inaccessible to his psychic penetration – and what does this tell us about her, and about him. (Introduction by Kirsten Wever)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-lifted-veil-by-george-eliot-2/ |
george eliot s 1859 novella lifted veil departs radically grounded realism longer better known works middlemarch daniel deronda tone calls mind works middlebrow sensationists like wilkie collins the moonstone better known authors victorian era horror writings bram stoker dracula mary shelley frankenstein p eliot explores mystical themes considering world phenomena felt seen yet suggests apparent clairvoyance main character latimer may fact be least part psychological expressions early life experiences view supported fact latimer s vision based predictions people behave events unfold not end turn foretold p much work s power complexity lie latimer s relationship bertha ultimately unhappily marries bertha one person whose thoughts feelings able read raising question bertha renders inaccessible psychic penetration tell us her him introduction kirsten wever p |
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5208 |
5733 |
Elsie's Womanhood |
Martha Finley |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
The fourth book in the Elsie Dinsmore series, Elsie grows into a young woman. She marries her father's old friend, Edward Travilla, and together start a family. The latter half of the book occurs during the Civil War. (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-womanhood-by-martha-finley/ |
fourth book elsie dinsmore series elsie grows young woman marries father s old friend edward travilla together start family latter half book occurs civil war summary gabriellec p |
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5209 |
5734 |
Going His Way: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion, Religion |
“Sermons for children‚why not? After all, children form a very important part of every congregation. They have souls, and their souls must be saved. Children must be taught; they must be instructed. They must learn to know, love, and serve God. This is the third book in the "Angel Food" series. (Angel Food, For Heaven's Sake, Going His Way) (From the Foreword by Fr. Brennan and Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/going-his-way-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
sermons children why not all children form important part every congregation souls souls must saved children must taught must instructed must learn know love serve god third book angel food series angel food heaven s sake going way from foreword fr brennan maria therese p |
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5210 |
5735 |
Messengers of Evil |
Marcel Allain |
Detective Fiction |
Fantômas was introduced a few years after Arsène Lupin, another well-known thief. But whereas Lupin draws the line at murder, Fantômas has no such qualms and is shown as a sociopath who enjoys killing in a sadistic fashion.\nHe is totally ruthless, gives no mercy, and is loyal to none, not even his own children. He is a master of disguise, always appearing under an assumed identity, often that of a person whom he has murdered. Fantômas makes use of bizarre and improbable techniques in his crimes, such as plague-infested rats, giant snakes, and rooms that fill with sand.<br />Messengers of Evil begins when “. . . Baroness de Vibray, well known in the Parisian world and among artists, whose generous patroness she was, has been found dead in the studio of the ceramic painter, Jacques Dollon.” It ends with Fantomas' escape once again, and with Juve receiving a humiliating rebuke from the supreme head of the police detective department. But the chase has not ended. \n(Introduction by Wikipedia and Don Jenkins)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/messengers-of-evil-by-marcel-allain-and-pierre-souvestre/ |
fantômas introduced years arsène lupin another well known thief whereas lupin draws line murder fantômas qualms shown sociopath enjoys killing sadistic fashion totally ruthless gives mercy loyal none even children master disguise always appearing assumed identity often person murdered fantômas makes use bizarre improbable techniques crimes plague infested rats giant snakes rooms fill sand br messengers evil begins baroness de vibray well known parisian world among artists whose generous patroness was found dead studio ceramic painter jacques dollon ends fantomas escape again juve receiving humiliating rebuke supreme head police detective department chase ended introduction wikipedia jenkins p |
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5211 |
5736 |
Awakening of Spring |
Frank Wedekind |
Plays |
The Awakening of Spring is the German dramatist Frank Wedekind's first major play and a seminal work in the modern history of theatre. It is the source material for the contemporary rock musical Spring Awakening. The play criticises the sexually-oppressive culture of fin de siècle Germany and offers a vivid dramatisation of the erotic fantasies that it breeds. Due to the nature of its content, the play has often been banned. (Summary by wikipedia and wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Wendla: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Frau Bergman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Melchior: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Otto/Fliegentod/Gaston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Moritz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>George/Martha/Ina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Robert/Zungenschlag/Ruprecht: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Ernest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Thea/Ilse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5244">Carolin Kaiser</a><br>Laemmermeier/Knuppeldick/Diethelm/Friend Ziegenmelker/The Masked Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Hans/Habebald/Helmuth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Professor Hungergurt/Uncle Probst: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7123">Franswa</a><br>Professor Knochenbruch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>Frau Gabor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6417">Ann Simmons</a><br>Sonnenstich/Rheinhold: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Pastor Kaulbauch/Locksmith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Renter Stiefel/Dr. Prokrustes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5051">Legentis</a><br>Herr Gabor/Dr. Von Brausepulver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Audio edited by: Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-awakening-of-spring-by-frank-wedekind/ |
awakening spring german dramatist frank wedekind s first major play seminal work modern history theatre source material contemporary rock musical spring awakening play criticises sexually oppressive culture fin de siècle germany offers vivid dramatisation erotic fantasies breeds due nature content play often banned summary wikipedia wildemoose br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br wendla a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br frau bergman a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br melchior a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br otto fliegentod gaston a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br moritz a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br george martha ina a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br robert zungenschlag ruprecht a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br ernest a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br thea ilse a href http librivox org reader 5244 carolin kaiser a br laemmermeier knuppeldick diethelm friend ziegenmelker the masked man a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br hans habebald helmuth a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br professor hungergurt uncle probst a href http librivox org reader 7123 franswa a br professor knochenbruch a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br frau gabor a href http librivox org reader 6417 ann simmons a br sonnenstich rheinhold a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br pastor kaulbauch locksmith a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br renter stiefel dr prokrustes a href http librivox org reader 5051 legentis a br herr gabor dr von brausepulver a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br audio edited by arielle lipshaw br p |
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5212 |
5737 |
Book of Ghosts |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Reverend Sabine Baring-Gould (1834-1924) was an English hagiographer, antiquarian, novelist and eclectic scholar. During his life, he published more than 100 books, among them this collection of ghost stories. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-ghosts-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
reverend sabine baring gould 1834 1924 english hagiographer antiquarian novelist eclectic scholar life published 100 books among collection ghost stories summary wikipedia p |
| 5251 |
5213 |
5738 |
Teddy's Button |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Teddy loves to tell the story of how his father heroically died on the battlefield and guards his button jealously. But this brings contention and strife when a new girl comes to town. Teddy begins to learn what it means to be a soldier under Christ, his Captain. (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/teddys-button-by-amy-lefeuvre/ |
teddy loves tell story father heroically died battlefield guards button jealously brings contention strife new girl comes town teddy begins learn means soldier christ captain summary gabriellec p |
| 5252 |
5214 |
5739 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 013 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 013: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-013-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 013 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 5253 |
5215 |
5740 |
Insomnia Collection Vol. 002 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Soporific dullness is in the ear of the listener, and what's tedium incarnate to one person will be another person's passion and delight. However, it is hoped that at least one from the range of topics here presented will lull the busy mind to a state of sweet sleep.<br /><br />Introduction by Cori Samuel.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/insomnia-collection-vol-2/ |
soporific dullness ear listener what s tedium incarnate one person another person s passion delight however hoped least one range topics presented lull busy mind state sweet sleep br br introduction cori samuel p |
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5216 |
5741 |
Snowshoeing Song |
Arthur Weir |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Snowshoeing Song by Arthur Weir. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 31, 2011.<br>Snowshoeing Song is taken from A Victorian Anthology, 1837–1895, Edmund Clarence Stedman, ed. (1833–1908).<br><br>Arthur Weir was born in Montreal. In 1895 he was selected to read the inaugural poem at the unveiling of the national monument to Sir John Macdonald at Ottawa. He also wrote the inaugural poem for the unveiling of the monument to Maisonneuve, dedicated on the same day.(summary from "Canadian Men & Women of the Time 1898" Ed. by Henry James Morgan, (1843-1913)) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/snowshoeing-song-by-arthur-weir/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings snowshoeing song arthur weir fortnightly poetry project july 31 2011 br snowshoeing song taken victorian anthology 1837 1895 edmund clarence stedman ed 1833 1908 br br arthur weir born montreal 1895 selected read inaugural poem unveiling national monument sir john macdonald ottawa also wrote inaugural poem unveiling monument maisonneuve dedicated day summary canadian men women time 1898 ed henry james morgan 1843 1913 p |
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5217 |
5742 |
Beyond the Horizon |
Eugene O'Neill |
Tragedy |
Beyond the Horizon is a 1920 play written by American playwright Eugene O'Neill. It was O'Neill's first full-length work, and the winner of the 1920 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The play focuses on the portrait of a family, and particularly two brothers Andrew and Robert. In the first act of the play, Robert is about to go off to sea with their uncle Dick, a sea captain while Andrew looks forward to marrying his sweetheart Ruth and working on the family farm as he starts a family. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>James Mayo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Kate Mayo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Captain Dick Scott: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Andrew Mayo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Robert Mayo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Ruth Atkins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Atkins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Doctor Fawcett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Narrator/Ben: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-the-horizon-by-eugene-oneill/ |
beyond horizon 1920 play written american playwright eugene o neill o neill s first full length work winner 1920 pulitzer prize drama play focuses portrait family particularly two brothers andrew robert first act play robert go sea uncle dick sea captain andrew looks forward marrying sweetheart ruth working family farm starts family summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br james mayo a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br kate mayo a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy l gramour a br captain dick scott a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br andrew mayo a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br robert mayo a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br ruth atkins a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs atkins a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mary a href http librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br doctor fawcett a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br narrator ben a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5218 |
5743 |
Concise Commentary on the Bible - Book of Matthew |
Matthew Henry |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Spiritual and practical lessons are extracted from every verse of the Book of Matthew, as well as detailed explanation of the text. The Book of Matthew is part of the New Testament in the Holy Bible and is one of the four gospels. The other 3 gospels are Mark, Luke, and John. Matthew was a tax collector before becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. The style of his gospel suggests that he was directing his message to Jewish readers. His work aims to systematically prove that Jesus Christ is the messiah who has been prophesied about in the Old Testament. He did this by revealing each prophecy in that book fulfilled by Jesus Christ. (Summary by Nadege Bernard)<br /><br />The Book Coordinators for this project included: Rob Paire, Samantha J Gubitz, Fiddlesticks, and Barry Eads.<br /><br />The Proof Listeners for this project included: Annise, Fiddlesticks, Barry Eads, and Elijah.<br /><br />The Meta Coordinators for this project included: Annise and Barry Eads.<br /><br />\n |
English |
1706 |
https://librivox.org/concise-commentary-on-the-bible-book-of-matthew-by-matthew-henry/ |
spiritual practical lessons extracted every verse book matthew well detailed explanation text book matthew part new testament holy bible one four gospels 3 gospels mark luke john matthew tax collector becoming disciple jesus christ style gospel suggests directing message jewish readers work aims systematically prove jesus christ messiah prophesied old testament revealing prophecy book fulfilled jesus christ summary nadege bernard br br the book coordinators project included rob paire samantha j gubitz fiddlesticks barry eads br br the proof listeners project included annise fiddlesticks barry eads elijah br br the meta coordinators project included annise barry eads br br |
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5219 |
5744 |
My Southern Home or, The South and Its People |
William Wells Brown |
*Non-fiction, History |
William Wells Brown was born a slave, near Lexington, Kentucky. His mother, Elizabeth, was a slave; his father was a white man who never acknowledged his paternity. Brown escaped slavery at about the age of 20. For many years he worked as a steam boatman and as a conductor for the Underground Railroad in Buffalo, New York. In 1843, he became a lecturer for the Western New York Anti-Slavery Society, and was a contemporary of Frederick Douglass.<br><br>Brown went to Europe in 1849 to encourage British support for the anti-slavery movement in the United States. He remained there until 1854 when British abolitionists purchased his freedom. Soon afterward, he returned to the United States to continue his work in the abolitionist movement.<br><br>Throughout his life he wrote several books, including his autobiography, <i>Three Years In Europe; Or, Places I Have Seen And People I Have Met</i>, <i>Clotel</i>, and <i>The Rising Son; or, The Antecedents and Advancement of the Colored Race</i>, among others. In <i>My Southern Home: Or, The South And Its People</i>, Brown’s final work, he reflects on his life and his experiences as a slave from a post-emancipation perspective. It is a review of his travels through several southern states during the time of slavery, including his observations and commentary on the social and political relationships between whites and African Americans of that period. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/my-southern-home-or-the-south-and-its-people-by-william-wells-brown/ |
william wells brown born slave near lexington kentucky mother elizabeth slave father white man never acknowledged paternity brown escaped slavery age 20 many years worked steam boatman conductor underground railroad buffalo new york 1843 became lecturer western new york anti slavery society contemporary frederick douglass br br brown went europe 1849 encourage british support anti slavery movement united states remained 1854 british abolitionists purchased freedom soon afterward returned united states continue work abolitionist movement br br throughout life wrote several books including autobiography i three years europe or places seen people met i i clotel i i the rising son or antecedents advancement colored race i among others i my southern home or south people i brown s final work reflects life experiences slave post emancipation perspective review travels several southern states time slavery including observations commentary social political relationships whites african americans period introduction james k white p |
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5220 |
5745 |
Thirty Years A Slave |
Louis Hughes |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Louis Hughes was born a slave near Charlottesville, Virginia to a white father and a black slave woman. Throughout his life he worked mostly as a house servant, but was privy to the intimate details and workings of the entire McGee cotton plantation and empire.\n\nIn Thirty Years A Slave Hughes provides vivid descriptions and explicit accounts of how the McGee plantation in Mississippi, and the McGee mansion in Tennessee functioned--accounts of the lives of the many slaves that lived, suffered and sometimes died under the cruel and unusual punishments meted out by Boss and his monstrously unstable and vindictive wife. He described the profane manner in which this peculiar institution dehumanized, on a daily basis, not only the black man but even more so the white man.\n\nUltimately, Thirty Years A Slave is an expression of Hughes’s desire to accurately describe the nature of the influence that the institution of slavery had on this country during the two hundred years in which it existed here, and the influence it continues to have on the heart and soul of a post-Civil War, post-14th Amendment United States. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/thirty-years-a-slave-by-louis-hughes/ |
louis hughes born slave near charlottesville virginia white father black slave woman throughout life worked mostly house servant privy intimate details workings entire mcgee cotton plantation empire thirty years slave hughes provides vivid descriptions explicit accounts mcgee plantation mississippi mcgee mansion tennessee functioned accounts lives many slaves lived suffered sometimes died cruel unusual punishments meted boss monstrously unstable vindictive wife described profane manner peculiar institution dehumanized daily basis black man even white man ultimately thirty years slave expression hughes s desire accurately describe nature influence institution slavery country two hundred years existed here influence continues heart soul post civil war post 14th amendment united states introduction james k white p |
| 5259 |
5221 |
5746 |
Short Poetry Collection 099 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2011.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-099/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers august 2011 p |
| 5260 |
5222 |
5747 |
Escaping Club |
A. J. Evans |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
Described by some as one of the greatest escape books published. <i>The Escaping Club</i> recounts Evans' escape to Switzerland from a supposedly "escape-proof" German prison camp during World War I. After repatriation and rejoining the war, Evans again finds himself captured, this time first by Arabs and then by Turks. He again manages to escape. A detailed look at the trials faced by Allied POWs during World War I. (Summary by Tom Weiss)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-escaping-club-by-a-j-evans/ |
described one greatest escape books published i the escaping club i recounts evans escape switzerland supposedly escape proof german prison camp world war i repatriation rejoining war evans finds captured time first arabs turks manages escape detailed look trials faced allied pows world war i summary tom weiss p |
| 5261 |
5229 |
5754 |
Cathedral Courtship |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Travel Fiction, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
An romantic comedy. A pretty young American girls tours English Cathedrals, with her very blue-blooded Aunt. Then boy meets girl. Boy chases girl. Boy loses girl. Boy finds girl. Finally, girl catches boy with the help of a mad bull. (Summary by Ric F.) </p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/a-cathedral-courtship-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
romantic comedy pretty young american girls tours english cathedrals blue blooded aunt boy meets girl boy chases girl boy loses girl boy finds girl finally girl catches boy help mad bull summary ric f p |
| 5262 |
5223 |
5748 |
Dying Speech of an Old Philosopher |
Walter Savage Landor |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Dying Speech of an Old Philosopher by Walter Savage Landor. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 1, 2011.<br><br>Walter Savage Landor was an English writer and poet. His best known works were the prose Imaginary Conversations, and the poem Rose Aylmer, but the critical acclaim he received from contemporary poets and reviewers was not matched by public popularity. As remarkable as his work was, it was equaled by his rumbustious character and lively temperament. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dying-speech-of-an-old-philosopher-by-walter-savage-landor/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings dying speech old philosopher walter savage landor weekly poetry project august 1 2011 br br walter savage landor english writer poet best known works prose imaginary conversations poem rose aylmer critical acclaim received contemporary poets reviewers matched public popularity remarkable work was equaled rumbustious character lively temperament summary wikipedia p |
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5224 |
5749 |
One-Act Play Collection 002 |
Various |
Plays |
This collection of eight one-act dramas features plays by Eugene O'Neill, George Bernard Shaw, John Galsworthy, Susan Glaspell, William Dean Howells and John Millington Synge. It also includes a dramatic reading of a short story by Frank Richard Stockton. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<ul><li> <i>Before Breakfast</i> read by: Elizabeth Klett, Pat Redstone<br />\n<li> <i>The Buller-Podington Compact</i> read by: Algy Pug, Lars Rolander, David Lawrence, mb, Elizabeth Klett, Levi Throckmorton<br />\n<li> <i>The Dark Lady of the Sonnets</i> read by: Max Korlinge, Bob Gonzalez, Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw, mb<br />\n<li> <i>The First and the Last</i> read by: Algy Pug, mb, Diana Majlinger, Elizabeth Klett<br />\n<li> <i>How He Lied to Her Husband</i> read by: Diana Majlinger, Bob Gonzalez, mb, Arielle Lipshaw<br />\n<li> <i>The Outside</i> read by: John Steigerwald, mb, Bart de Leeuw, Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw, David Lawrence<br />\n<li> <i>The Parlor-Car</i> read by: Barry Eads, Betsie Bush<br />\n<li> <i>Riders to the Sea</i> read by: Poilin Hynes, Algy Pug, Arielle Lipshaw, Elizabeth Klett, Barty Begley, Diana Majlinger, David Lawrence, Kalynda</ul></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-002-by-various/ |
collection eight one act dramas features plays eugene o neill george bernard shaw john galsworthy susan glaspell william dean howells john millington synge also includes dramatic reading short story frank richard stockton summary elizabeth klett br br ul li i before breakfast i read by elizabeth klett pat redstone br li i the buller podington compact i read by algy pug lars rolander david lawrence mb elizabeth klett levi throckmorton br li i the dark lady sonnets i read by max korlinge bob gonzalez elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw mb br li i the first last i read by algy pug mb diana majlinger elizabeth klett br li i how lied husband i read by diana majlinger bob gonzalez mb arielle lipshaw br li i the outside i read by john steigerwald mb bart de leeuw elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw david lawrence br li i the parlor car i read by barry eads betsie bush br li i riders sea i read by poilin hynes algy pug arielle lipshaw elizabeth klett barty begley diana majlinger david lawrence kalynda ul p |
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5225 |
5750 |
Recollections of Rifleman Harris |
Henry Curling |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
<br />The recollections of a British infantryman who served in the British army during the Napoleonic Wars. ( Summary by Graham Keeling)<br /><br />\n |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-recollections-of-rifleman-harris-by-benjamin-harris/ |
br the recollections british infantryman served british army napoleonic wars summary graham keeling br br |
| 5265 |
5226 |
5751 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 19) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 4 chapter 19 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-iivol-4-ch-19-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 19 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
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5227 |
5752 |
Todteninsel |
Richard Voß |
Historical Fiction |
Historischer Roman aus der Zeit der Christenverfolgung im alten Rom des Kaisers Nero. <br>Tullus und Acca wachsen mit dem Priester Atinas wohlbehütet und abgeschieden von der Welt auf einer Beerdigungs-/Tempel-Insel auf. Als Atinas nach Rom aufbricht, um sich dort an der Christenverfolgung zu beteiligen, beschließt der neugierige Tullus mit Acca zusammen, seinem Vater nachzureisen. Dabei geraten die naiven Jugendlichen zwischen die Fronten der alten und der neuen Religion. (Zusammenfassung von Ramona Deininger-Schnabel)</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/die-todteninsel-by-richard-vos/ |
historischer roman aus der zeit der christenverfolgung im alten rom des kaisers nero br tullus und acca wachsen mit dem priester atinas wohlbehütet und abgeschieden von der welt auf einer beerdigungs tempel insel auf als atinas nach rom aufbricht um sich dort der christenverfolgung zu beteiligen beschließt der neugierige tullus mit acca zusammen seinem vater nachzureisen dabei geraten die naiven jugendlichen zwischen die fronten der alten und der neuen religion zusammenfassung von ramona deininger schnabel p |
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5228 |
5753 |
Story of Love |
Francis Cassilly |
Christianity - Other |
This is not a love story, but the story of love, a love which every man and woman was created to experience, a love so intense and fulfilling that it scarcely seems possible to grasp, yet one that is offered to every human person who opens his heart and mind to its beauty and wonder. This is a love that so many of our forefathers have found and even now enjoy, but which so many of us still seek. The American Jesuit Father Cassilly opens our eyes to this love, the unifying and personal love between the human person and his Creator. He shows how this ultimate love is the basis of all true love that we experience and how this love, which introduces itself at the beginning of our lives and faithfully endures throughout our lives, awaits us in its fullness at the end of our earthly pilgrimage. (Summary by dave7)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-story-of-love-by-francis-cassilly/ |
love story story love love every man woman created experience love intense fulfilling scarcely seems possible grasp yet one offered every human person opens heart mind beauty wonder love many forefathers found even enjoy many us still seek american jesuit father cassilly opens eyes love unifying personal love human person creator shows ultimate love basis true love experience love introduces beginning lives faithfully endures throughout lives awaits us fullness end earthly pilgrimage summary dave7 p |
| 5268 |
5231 |
5756 |
Abenteuer Tom Sawyers |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Die Abenteuer des Tom Sawyer (Originaltitel: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer) ist ein Roman des US-amerikanischen Schriftstellers Mark Twain. Das Buch erschien 1876 zugleich auch als deutsche Übersetzung.<br>\n\n"Die Abenteuer des Tom Sawyer" ist eine typische Lausbubengeschichte und spielt in der Mitte des 19. Jahrhunderts im kleinen Ort St. Petersburg am Mississippi. Der Waisenjunge Tom lebt bei seiner Tante Polly, zusammen mit seinem Halbbruder Sid, seiner Cousine Mary und dem schwarzen Sklaven Jim. Sid ist brav und verpetzt Tom bei jeder Gelegenheit. Tom hingegen schwänzt gern die Schule, prügelt sich und treibt sich mit seinem besten Freund Huckleberry Finn herum. Dieser hat keinen festen Wohnsitz; seine Mutter ist tot, sein Vater ist ein stadtbekannter Trinker. (Auszug Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/die-abenteuer-tom-sawyers-by-mark-twain/ |
die abenteuer des tom sawyer originaltitel adventures tom sawyer ist ein roman des us amerikanischen schriftstellers mark twain das buch erschien 1876 zugleich auch als deutsche übersetzung br die abenteuer des tom sawyer ist eine typische lausbubengeschichte und spielt der mitte des 19 jahrhunderts im kleinen ort st petersburg mississippi der waisenjunge tom lebt bei seiner tante polly zusammen mit seinem halbbruder sid seiner cousine mary und dem schwarzen sklaven jim sid ist brav und verpetzt tom bei jeder gelegenheit tom hingegen schwänzt gern die schule prügelt sich und treibt sich mit seinem besten freund huckleberry finn herum dieser hat keinen festen wohnsitz seine mutter ist tot sein vater ist ein stadtbekannter trinker auszug wikipedia p |
| 5269 |
5232 |
5757 |
Semi-Detached House |
Emily Eden |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
If you're a Jane Austen fan, you'll enjoy Emily Eden's comic novels of manners, The Semi-Detached House (1859) and The Semi-Attached Couple (1860). At the opening of The Semi-Detached House, the beautiful (but rather petulant) Lady Blanche Chester, newly married and pregnant, is being installed in a suburban house while her husband is away. Her encounters with her neighbors, and the intrigues of the neighborhood, soon come to absorb and annoy her. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-semi-detached-house-by-emily-eden/ |
jane austen fan enjoy emily eden s comic novels manners semi detached house 1859 semi attached couple 1860 opening semi detached house beautiful but rather petulant lady blanche chester newly married pregnant installed suburban house husband away encounters neighbors intrigues neighborhood soon come absorb annoy her summary elizabeth klett p |
| 5270 |
5233 |
5758 |
Through Glacier Park, Seeing America First with Howard Eaton |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
This is about a three-hundred mile trip across the Rocky Mountains on horseback with Howard Eaton. It is about fishing, and cool nights around a camp-fire, and long days on the trail. It is about a party of all sorts, from everywhere, of men and women, old and young, experienced folk and novices, who had yielded to a desire to belong to the sportsmen of the road. And it is by way of being advice also. Your true convert must always preach. (Introduction by Mary Roberts Rinehart quoted from the text.)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/through-glacier-park-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
three hundred mile trip across rocky mountains horseback howard eaton fishing cool nights around camp fire long days trail party sorts everywhere men women old young experienced folk novices yielded desire belong sportsmen road way advice also true convert must always preach introduction mary roberts rinehart quoted text p |
| 5271 |
5234 |
5760 |
Something Childish, but very Natural |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Something Childish, but very Natural by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 7, 2011.<br><br>Samuel Taylor Coleridge was an English poet, Romantic, literary critic and philosopher who, with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. He is probably best known for his poems The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan, as well as for his major prose work Biographia Literaria. His critical work, especially on Shakespeare, was highly influential, and he helped introduce German idealist philosophy to English-speaking culture. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1799 |
https://librivox.org/something-childish-but-very-natural-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings something childish natural samuel taylor coleridge weekly poetry project august 7 2011 br br samuel taylor coleridge english poet romantic literary critic philosopher who friend william wordsworth founder romantic movement england member lake poets probably best known poems rime ancient mariner kubla khan well major prose work biographia literaria critical work especially shakespeare highly influential helped introduce german idealist philosophy english speaking culture summary wikipedia p |
| 5272 |
5235 |
5761 |
Grace Harlowe's Return to Overton Campus |
Jessie Graham Flower |
General |
The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. In The High School Girls Series, Grace attends Oakdale High School with friends Anne Pierson, Nora O'Malley, and Jessica Bright. The four promote fair play and virtue while winning over troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell, playing basketball, and founding sorority Phi Sigma Tau. The group becomes friends with boys in their acquaintance: David Nesbit, Tom Gray, Hippy Wingate, and Reddy Brooks, forming "The Eight Originals." In 'Grace Harlowe's Return to Overton Campus' Grace returns to Overton after her graduation in order to manage Harlowe House - A new house 'to be dedicated to the use of those girls who were making a struggle to acquire a college education' ( Summary by Wikipedia/ashleighjane )</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-return-to-overton-campus-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america high school girls series grace attends oakdale high school friends anne pierson nora o malley jessica bright four promote fair play virtue winning troubled girls like miriam nesbit eleanor savell playing basketball founding sorority phi sigma tau group becomes friends boys acquaintance david nesbit tom gray hippy wingate reddy brooks forming the eight originals grace harlowe s return overton campus grace returns overton graduation order manage harlowe house new house to dedicated use girls making struggle acquire college education summary wikipedia ashleighjane p |
| 5273 |
5236 |
5762 |
Eliza |
Barry Pain |
Humorous Fiction |
A gentle, yet deliciously humourous series of anecdotes following the life of the main character and his wife, Eliza. Full summary to follow. (Summary by Nigel Boydell)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/eliza-by-barry-pain/ |
gentle yet deliciously humourous series anecdotes following life main character wife eliza full summary follow summary nigel boydell p |
| 5274 |
5237 |
5763 |
Life in the Grey Nunnery at Montreal |
Sarah J. Richardson |
General Fiction |
Life in the Grey Nunnery was first published in Boston, in 1857 by Edward P. Hood, who was credited as the book's editor. It is likely that this account is by Sarah J. Richardson "as told to" Edward Hood, though it may in fact be completely fictional. It is clearly an anti-Catholic book, an example of the genre of fiction referred to as "the convent horror story." <br /><br />As this summary shows, it is not known if this book is fictional or a true account.(Summary by project Gutenberg and Elaine Webb)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-the-grey-nunnery-at-montreal-by-sarah-j-richardson/ |
life grey nunnery first published boston 1857 edward p hood credited book s editor likely account sarah j richardson as told to edward hood though may fact completely fictional clearly anti catholic book example genre fiction referred the convent horror story br br as summary shows known book fictional true account summary project gutenberg elaine webb p |
| 5275 |
5238 |
5764 |
Pericles, Prince of Tyre |
William Shakespeare |
Drama |
Pericles, Prince of Tyre is a Jacobean play written at least in part by William Shakespeare and included in modern editions of his collected works despite questions over its authorship, as it was not included in the First Folio. Modern editors generally agree that Shakespeare is responsible for almost exactly half the play—827 lines—the main portion after scene 9 that follows the story of Pericles and Marina. Modern textual studies indicate that the first two acts of 835 lines detailing the many voyages of Pericles were written by a mediocre collaborator, which strong evidence suggests to have been the victualler, pander, dramatist and pamphleteer George Wilkins. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Antiochus, king of Antioch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Bawd; Dionyza, wife to Cleon; Marshal; Third Fisherman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Boult, Pandar's servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Cerimon, a lord of Ephesus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Cleon, governor of Tarsus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Daughter of Antiochus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Diana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6345">Jean Bascom</a><br>Escanes, a lord of Tyre; First Knight; First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>First Fisherman; Lysimachus, governor of Mytilene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>First Gentleman; First Pirate; Lord; Pandar; Simonides, king of Pentapolis; Tyrian Sailor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>First Sailor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>First Servant; Servant; Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Gower, as chorus; Knight; Philemon, servant to Cerimon; Second Pirate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Helicanus, a lord of Tyre: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Leonine, servant to Dionyza: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Lychorida, nurse to Marina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4815">Psudonae Vox</a><br>Marina, daughter to Pericles and Thaisa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Pericles, Prince of Tyre: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Second Fisherman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Second Gentleman; Second Sailor; Third Knight; Third Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fout</a><br>Second Knight; Second Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Thaisa, daughter to Simonides: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Thaliard, a lord of Antioch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Third Pirate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: </strong>Arielle Lipshaw<p> |
English |
1608 |
https://librivox.org/pericles-prince-of-tyre-by-william-shakespeare/ |
pericles prince tyre jacobean play written least part william shakespeare included modern editions collected works despite questions authorship included first folio modern editors generally agree shakespeare responsible almost exactly half play 827 lines the main portion scene 9 follows story pericles marina modern textual studies indicate first two acts 835 lines detailing many voyages pericles written mediocre collaborator strong evidence suggests victualler pander dramatist pamphleteer george wilkins summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br antiochus king antioch a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br bawd dionyza wife cleon marshal third fisherman a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br boult pandar s servant a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br cerimon lord ephesus a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br cleon governor tarsus a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br daughter antiochus a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br diana a href http librivox org reader 6345 jean bascom a br escanes lord tyre first knight first lord a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br first fisherman lysimachus governor mytilene a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br first gentleman first pirate lord pandar simonides king pentapolis tyrian sailor a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br first sailor a href http librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br first servant servant messenger a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br gower chorus knight philemon servant cerimon second pirate a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br helicanus lord tyre a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br leonine servant dionyza a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br lychorida nurse marina a href http librivox org reader 4815 psudonae vox a br marina daughter pericles thaisa a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br pericles prince tyre a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br second fisherman a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br second gentleman second sailor third knight third lord a href http librivox org reader 6930 nolan fout a br second knight second lord a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br thaisa daughter simonides a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br thaliard lord antioch a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br third pirate a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
| 5276 |
5239 |
5765 |
Sixteenth-century Bristol |
John Latimer |
*Non-fiction, History |
Plague, piracy and payments to members of Parliament! The town of Bristol, England in the Sixteenth Century was a fascinating place, and John Latimer's book is a comprehensive guide to this period, describing royal visits from both Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, as well as detailing contemporary pastimes such as wrestling competitions, bear-baiting and traveling players. He explains the sanitary arrangements, dreadful postal service and the difficulty of moving from the status of town to "City" among many other interesting topics.\nIt is made up of papers originally published in the Bristol Mercury in 1902-3 and is read by Bristolian, Elaine Webb.\nSummary by Cori Samuel and Elaine Webb</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/sixteenth-century-bristol-by-john-latimer/ |
plague piracy payments members parliament town bristol england sixteenth century fascinating place john latimer s book comprehensive guide period describing royal visits henry viii elizabeth i well detailing contemporary pastimes wrestling competitions bear baiting traveling players explains sanitary arrangements dreadful postal service difficulty moving status town city among many interesting topics made papers originally published bristol mercury 1902 3 read bristolian elaine webb summary cori samuel elaine webb p |
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5240 |
5766 |
News From Nowhere |
William Morris |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
News from Nowhere (1890) is a classic work combining utopian socialism and soft science fiction written by the artist, designer and socialist pioneer William Morris. In the book, the narrator, William Guest, falls asleep after returning from a meeting of the Socialist League and awakes to find himself in a future society based on common ownership and democratic control of the means of production. In this society there is no private property, no big cities, no authority, no monetary system, no divorce, no courts, no prisons, and no class systems. This agrarian society functions simply because the people find pleasure in nature, and therefore they find pleasure in their work. In the novel, Morris tackles one of the most common criticisms of socialism; the supposed lack of incentive to work in a communistic society. Morris' response is that all work should be creative and pleasurable. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/news-from-nowhere-by-william-morris/ |
news nowhere 1890 classic work combining utopian socialism soft science fiction written artist designer socialist pioneer william morris book narrator william guest falls asleep returning meeting socialist league awakes find future society based common ownership democratic control means production society private property big cities authority monetary system divorce courts prisons class systems agrarian society functions simply people find pleasure nature therefore find pleasure work novel morris tackles one common criticisms socialism supposed lack incentive work communistic society morris response work creative pleasurable summary wikipedia p |
| 5278 |
5241 |
5767 |
Woe from Wit [Горе от ума] |
Alexander Sergeyevich Griboedov |
Satire |
<br /><em>Woe from Wit</em> (Russian: Горе от ума, also translated as "The Woes of Wit", "Wit Works Woe" and so forth) is Alexander Griboedov's comedy in verse, satirizing the society of post-Napoleonic Moscow, or, as a high official in the play styled it, "a pasquinade on Moscow."<br /><br />The play, written in 1823 in the countryside and in Tiflis, was not passed by the censorship for the stage, and only portions of it were allowed to appear in an almanac for 1825. But it was read out by the author to "all Moscow" and to "all Petersburg" and circulated in innumerable copies, so it was as good as published in 1825; it was not, however, actually published until 1833, after the author's death, with significant cuts, and was not published in full until 1861.<br /><br />The play was a compulsory work in Russian literature lessons in Soviet schools, and is still considered a golden classic in modern Russia and other Russian-speaking countries.<br /><br />The play gave rise to numerous catch phrases in the Russian language, including the title itself. Many of them sound rather comic today because of their somewhat archaic language. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
Russian |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/woe-from-wit-by-alexander-sergeyevich-griboedov/ |
br em woe wit em russian горе от ума also translated the woes wit wit works woe forth alexander griboedov s comedy verse satirizing society post napoleonic moscow or high official play styled it a pasquinade moscow br br the play written 1823 countryside tiflis passed censorship stage portions allowed appear almanac 1825 read author all moscow all petersburg circulated innumerable copies good published 1825 not however actually published 1833 author s death significant cuts published full 1861 br br the play compulsory work russian literature lessons soviet schools still considered golden classic modern russia russian speaking countries br br the play gave rise numerous catch phrases russian language including title itself many sound rather comic today somewhat archaic language introduction wikipedia br br |
| 5279 |
5242 |
5768 |
Coffee Break Collection 007 - Travel |
Various |
Travel Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
This is the seventh collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for Collection 007 is "Travel and Transportation"! This may include adventures of land, sea, air, and space, and anything associated with the means of getting there. [Summary by Rosie]</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-007-by-various/ |
seventh collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection 007 travel transportation may include adventures land sea air space anything associated means getting there summary rosie p |
| 5280 |
5243 |
5769 |
Flowers from the Garden of Saint Francis for Every Day of the Year |
Saint Francis of Assisi |
Christianity - Other |
This is a collection of 365 moral admonitions of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182-1226) and other notable Franciscans. The compiler of this anthology suggests that Francis "was inspired by God, six hundred years ago, to rekindle in His Church the spirit of humility, simplicity, poverty, detachment from the world, and ardent love of our crucified Redeemer." Indeed, these admonitions manifest a great concern for the cultivation of personal humility, meekness, chastity, and sorrow for sin. The admonitions you find here are directed primarily to Franciscan friars and cloistered nuns, as seen, for example, in the exhortations to friars and nuns to obey the religious superiors who oversee their friaries and convents. Yet, this lofty spiritual wisdom and rigorous discipline has been adapted in numerous ways over the centuries to meet the spiritual needs of secular clergy and laypersons, to guide them safely through this life to the next, to enable them to enjoy a deeper personal relationship with our Creator, and to cultivate in them a greater respect for His beloved creatures. Consequently, Franciscanism has found a home not only within the cloister but without its towering walls, and not only among Christians of all denominations but also among non-Christians and even non-believers. Its universal appeal is epitomized, perhaps, in that benevolent old Franciscan greeting "Pax et bonum!"—"Peace and all good be with you!"—which is still used in our time in a world broadly diverse in creed and culture. (Summary by dave7)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/flowers-from-the-garden-of-saint-francis-for-every-day-of-the-year-by-anonymous/ |
collection 365 moral admonitions saint francis assisi 1182 1226 notable franciscans compiler anthology suggests francis was inspired god six hundred years ago rekindle church spirit humility simplicity poverty detachment world ardent love crucified redeemer indeed admonitions manifest great concern cultivation personal humility meekness chastity sorrow sin admonitions find directed primarily franciscan friars cloistered nuns seen example exhortations friars nuns obey religious superiors oversee friaries convents yet lofty spiritual wisdom rigorous discipline adapted numerous ways centuries meet spiritual needs secular clergy laypersons guide safely life next enable enjoy deeper personal relationship creator cultivate greater respect beloved creatures consequently franciscanism found home within cloister without towering walls among christians denominations also among non christians even non believers universal appeal epitomized perhaps benevolent old franciscan greeting pax et bonum peace good you which still used time world broadly diverse creed culture summary dave7 p |
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5244 |
5770 |
Claverings |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
"I consider the story as a whole to he good, though I am not aware that the public ever corroborated that verdict." - the author<br>\n The Claverings is the best wrought of the novels designed for The Cornhill, and as surely conceived as any book he ever wrote." - Sadleir. <br>\n"It is a novel of atmosphere, and the atmosphere is of that sort very dangerous for the English novelist, the atmosphere captured so supremely well by Thackeray the green-lighted, close-scented gambling rooms, the shabby adventures of half-deserted spas, the shelving beaches of foreign watering-places, concealed accents, stolen passports, impoverished counts and impertinent ladies' maids.... Trollope's most serious attempt to escape from his own personality." - Walpole (Summary by )</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-claverings-by-anthony-trollope/ |
i consider story whole good though aware public ever corroborated verdict author br claverings best wrought novels designed cornhill surely conceived book ever wrote sadleir br it novel atmosphere atmosphere sort dangerous english novelist atmosphere captured supremely well thackeray green lighted close scented gambling rooms shabby adventures half deserted spas shelving beaches foreign watering places concealed accents stolen passports impoverished counts impertinent ladies maids trollope s serious attempt escape personality walpole summary p |
| 5282 |
5245 |
5771 |
God, the Invisible King |
H. G. Wells |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Wells wrote in his book God the Invisible King that his idea of God did not draw upon the traditional religions of the world: "This book sets out as forcibly and exactly as possible the religious belief of the writer. [Which] is a profound belief in a personal and intimate God." Later in the work he aligns himself with a "renascent or modern religion ... neither atheist nor Buddhist nor Mohammedan nor Christian ... [that] he has found growing up in himself." (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/god-the-invisible-king-by-h-g-wells/ |
wells wrote book god invisible king idea god draw upon traditional religions world this book sets forcibly exactly possible religious belief writer which profound belief personal intimate god later work aligns renascent modern religion neither atheist buddhist mohammedan christian that found growing himself summary wikipedia p |
| 5283 |
5246 |
5772 |
Wreck of the Golden Mary |
Charles Dickens |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
A short story of a ship wreck in 1851 trying to round Cape Horn on its way to the California gold fields. Poignant and well written. ( Summary by JCarson )</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-wreck-of-the-golden-mary-by-charles-dickens/ |
short story ship wreck 1851 trying round cape horn way california gold fields poignant well written summary jcarson p |
| 5284 |
5247 |
5773 |
Doom Castle |
Neil Munro |
Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
Doom Castle is the story of young Count Victor's journey to Scotland after the Jacobite Rebellion, searching for a traitor to the Jacobite cause as well as a mysterious man under the name of "Drimdarroch", whom he swore revenge. After a perilous journey, Count Victor arrives at Doom Castle as a guest of the enigmatic Baron of Doom, his two strange servitors and his beautiful daughter... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/doom-castle-by-neil-munro/ |
doom castle story young count victor s journey scotland jacobite rebellion searching traitor jacobite cause well mysterious man name drimdarroch swore revenge perilous journey count victor arrives doom castle guest enigmatic baron doom two strange servitors beautiful daughter summary carolin p |
| 5285 |
5248 |
5774 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 050 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 050: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-050-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 050 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 5286 |
5249 |
5775 |
Life of God in the Soul of Man |
Henry Scougal |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Christianity - Other |
Henry Scougal was born in Scotland in 1650. The son of the Bishop of Aberdeen, he flourished under rigorous teaching to become Professor of Philosophy at King's College, Aberdeen. In 1672, Scougal was ordained minister in Auchterless and, after a year, returned to King's College as Professor of Divinity. He continued in this office until his death in 1678.<br/><br/>\n\n<i>The Life of God in the Soul of Man</i> is, in reality, a letter of doctrine and encouragement to a friend wavering in the faith, and was never intended for publication. Scougal dwells on three points in his epistle: the nature of true religion, the excellency and advantage of true religion, and the basic elements of true religion. As a whole, this writing reflects his peculiar marriage of scholarship to faith, learning to love. His was what one would call a practical piety, and he would assert it can only come from the life of God in the soul of man. (Introduction by Jenn Raimundo)</p> |
English |
1677 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-god-in-the-soul-of-man-by-henry-scougal/ |
henry scougal born scotland 1650 son bishop aberdeen flourished rigorous teaching become professor philosophy king s college aberdeen 1672 scougal ordained minister auchterless and year returned king s college professor divinity continued office death 1678 br br i the life god soul man i is reality letter doctrine encouragement friend wavering faith never intended publication scougal dwells three points epistle nature true religion excellency advantage true religion basic elements true religion whole writing reflects peculiar marriage scholarship faith learning love one would call practical piety would assert come life god soul man introduction jenn raimundo p |
| 5287 |
5251 |
5777 |
Gargantua and Pantagruel, Book II |
François Rabelais |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<i>The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel</i> (in French, La vie de Gargantua et de Pantagruel) is a connected series of five novels written in the 16th century by François Rabelais. It is the story of two giants, a father (Gargantua) and his son (Pantagruel) and their adventures, written in an amusing, extravagant, satirical vein. There is much crudity and scatological humor as well as a large amount of violence. Long lists of vulgar insults fill several chapters. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/gargantua-and-pantagruel-book-ii-by-francois-rabelais/ |
i the life gargantua pantagruel i in french la vie de gargantua et de pantagruel connected series five novels written 16th century françois rabelais story two giants father gargantua son pantagruel adventures written amusing extravagant satirical vein much crudity scatological humor well large amount violence long lists vulgar insults fill several chapters summary wikipedia p |
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5252 |
5778 |
Personality Plus |
Edna Ferber |
General Fiction |
Personality Plus is an early novel by American author Edna Ferber. Originally published in 1914, Personality Plus is the second of three volumes chronicling the travels and events in the life of Emma McChesney. Ferber achieved her first successes with a series of stories centering around this character, a stylish and intelligent divorced mother who rises rapidly in business. ( Summary by wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/personality-plus-by-edna-ferber/ |
personality plus early novel american author edna ferber originally published 1914 personality plus second three volumes chronicling travels events life emma mcchesney ferber achieved first successes series stories centering around character stylish intelligent divorced mother rises rapidly business summary wikipedia p |
| 5289 |
5253 |
5779 |
Catholic and Anti-Catholic History |
Various |
Modern, Christianity - Other |
G.K. Chesterton and James Walsh join Hilaire Belloc in an energetic rollout of the means by which history becomes propaganda, to the damage, not only to truth, but to the human soul. (Summary by Jan Baker)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/catholic-and-anti-catholic-history-by-various/ |
g k chesterton james walsh join hilaire belloc energetic rollout means history becomes propaganda damage truth human soul summary jan baker p |
| 5290 |
5254 |
5780 |
Branding Iron |
Katharine Newlin Burt |
General Fiction |
From the cold and mountainous regions of Wyoming to the bright lights of the big city, The Branding Iron is the story of a remarkable woman, Joan Carver. Born of poor means, at a fairly young age Joan decides to leave her father and strike out on her own, but she is to face more difficulties and hardships than she had reckoned for, and the men she encounters on her way share different means of dealing with her; and she of them. She becomes her own individual, with a strong will and a determination to lead her life as she sees fit. As with many of Ms. Burt's stories, The Branding Iron is filled with unexpected surprises at each turn. (Summary by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-branding-iron-by-katharine-newlin-burt/ |
cold mountainous regions wyoming bright lights big city branding iron story remarkable woman joan carver born poor means fairly young age joan decides leave father strike own face difficulties hardships reckoned for men encounters way share different means dealing her them becomes individual strong determination lead life sees fit many ms burt s stories branding iron filled unexpected surprises turn summary roger melin p |
| 5291 |
5255 |
5781 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 3 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The <i>Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern</i>, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.<br></br>The result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."</br></br>This third volume contains chapters from "Augier" to "Bancroft". (Summary by Leni)<br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-3-by-various/ |
i library world s best literature ancient modern i work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br the result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br this third volume contains chapters augier bancroft summary leni br br |
| 5292 |
5256 |
5782 |
Father Sergius |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Prince Stepan Kasatsky experiences a disappointment with his fiancé and decides to become a monk! There is a story line, but beneath it, Father Sergius struggles to find peace and, if not happiness, then at least contentment. But he is always disillusioned and ultimately unsatisfied. Only in the end does he find his way by letting go of what he struggled to attain all his life, i.e. to be better than everyone else in whatever he did, and settle for the mundane. (Summary by JCarson)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/father-sergius-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
prince stepan kasatsky experiences disappointment fiancé decides become monk story line beneath it father sergius struggles find peace and happiness least contentment always disillusioned ultimately unsatisfied end find way letting go struggled attain life i e better everyone else whatever did settle mundane summary jcarson p |
| 5293 |
5257 |
5783 |
Silver Swan |
Orlando Gibbons |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of The Silver Swan by Orlando Gibbons. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 14, 2011.<br><br>Orlando Gibbons was an English composer, virginalist and organist of the late Tudor and early Jacobean periods. He was a leading composer in the England of his day. In the 20th century, the Canadian pianist Glenn Gould championed Gibbons's music, and named him as his favorite composer. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-swan-by-orlando-gibbons/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings silver swan orlando gibbons weekly poetry project august 14 2011 br br orlando gibbons english composer virginalist organist late tudor early jacobean periods leading composer england day 20th century canadian pianist glenn gould championed gibbons s music named favorite composer summary wikipedia p |
| 5294 |
5292 |
5818 |
Land of Little Rain |
Mary Hunter Austin |
Nature, Travel & Geography |
The Land of Little Rain is a book of sketches which portray the high desert country of southern California, where the Sierras descend into the Mojave Desert. Mary Austin finds beauty in the harsh landscape: "This is the sense of the desert hills--that there is room enough and time enough. . . The treeless spaces uncramp the soul." Her story begins with the water trails that lead toward the few life giving springs--the way marked for men by ancient Indian pictographs. Life and death play out at these springs. Rabbits fall prey to the coyote; buzzards hang heavily in the sky above. She then writes of individuals who eke out their living in this land of scarce resources--an itinerant gold prospector, a sheepherder, a blind Indian basket maker. Austin's spare prose creates unforgettable vignettes: "Choose a hill country for storms. . . I remember one night of thunderous rain made unendurably mournful by the houseless cry of a cougar whose lair, and perhaps his family, had been buried under a slide of broken boulders . . ." Anyone who sees beauty in the Southwestern deserts, or who just enjoys good nature writing, will savor The Land of Little Rain. ( Summary by Sue Anderson )</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-land-of-little-rain-by-mary-hunter-austin/ |
land little rain book sketches portray high desert country southern california sierras descend mojave desert mary austin finds beauty harsh landscape this sense desert hills that room enough time enough treeless spaces uncramp soul story begins water trails lead toward life giving springs the way marked men ancient indian pictographs life death play springs rabbits fall prey coyote buzzards hang heavily sky above writes individuals eke living land scarce resources an itinerant gold prospector sheepherder blind indian basket maker austin s spare prose creates unforgettable vignettes choose hill country storms remember one night thunderous rain made unendurably mournful houseless cry cougar whose lair perhaps family buried slide broken boulders anyone sees beauty southwestern deserts enjoys good nature writing savor land little rain summary sue anderson p |
| 5295 |
5258 |
5784 |
In a North Country Village |
M. E. Francis |
Single Author Collections |
<br />M. E. Francis was born Mary E. Sweetman in Dublin and moved to Lancashire on her marriage to Francis Nicholas Blundell, of the Blundell family, who remain squires of Little Crosby, the last Catholic recusant village in England, which lies a few miles north of Liverpool. Blundell died young and Mary went on to write more than 50 books, using her husband's Christian name as pen name, including this collection of 12 stories set in Little Crosby (‘Thornleigh’). <br /><br /> A romantic portrait of mid-19th century village life written from an aristocratic point of view, <em>In a North Country Village</em> (1896) is built around striking portraits of strong Lancashire women surviving in the face of Hardyesque tragedy and the weaknesses of their men folk. M. E. Francis set many of her books in Ireland and Dorset, but several were set in Lancashire, including <em>A Daughter of the Soil</em> (1895), <em>Yeoman Fleetwood</em> (1900) and <em>Marjory o'th' Mill</em> (1907). (Summary by Phil Benson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-north-country-village-by-m-e-francis/ |
br m e francis born mary e sweetman dublin moved lancashire marriage francis nicholas blundell blundell family remain squires little crosby last catholic recusant village england lies miles north liverpool blundell died young mary went write 50 books using husband s christian name pen name including collection 12 stories set little crosby thornleigh br br romantic portrait mid 19th century village life written aristocratic point view em in north country village em 1896 built around striking portraits strong lancashire women surviving face hardyesque tragedy weaknesses men folk m e francis set many books ireland dorset several set lancashire including em a daughter soil em 1895 em yeoman fleetwood em 1900 em marjory o th mill em 1907 summary phil benson br br |
| 5296 |
5259 |
5785 |
Emperor of Portugallia |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Published 1900 onward |
<br />Selma Lagerlöf was born in Vaermland, Sweden, in 1858 and enjoyed a long and very successful career as a writer, receiving the Nobel-Prize in Literature in 1909. She died in Vaermland in 1940. The Emperor of Portugallia was first Published 1914 in Sweden, and 1916 in English, translated by Velma Swanston Howard. The Story i set in Vaermland around 1860 or 1870. In the centre is Jan of Ruffluck Croft. He loves his daughter more than anything, but when she moves to Stockholm and never sends a word home about her doings, he sinks into a dream-world where she is a noble Empress of Portugallia. And he believes himself to be Emperor too. His whole world and all his thoughts are dominated by the thoughts of her return and what will happen then. In the role of Emperor in the poor forest country where he lives he can question the social hierarchies around him, and dressed in his Royal regalia he sits in the frontbench in the Church, and he takes the place of honour at Parties etc. After 15 years his daughter returns home and is shocked to see what a mad clown her father has become and .... (Summary by Lars Rolander)<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-emperor-of-portugallia-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
br selma lagerlöf born vaermland sweden 1858 enjoyed long successful career writer receiving nobel prize literature 1909 died vaermland 1940 emperor portugallia first published 1914 sweden 1916 english translated velma swanston howard story set vaermland around 1860 1870 centre jan ruffluck croft loves daughter anything moves stockholm never sends word home doings sinks dream world noble empress portugallia believes emperor too whole world thoughts dominated thoughts return happen then role emperor poor forest country lives question social hierarchies around him dressed royal regalia sits frontbench church takes place honour parties etc 15 years daughter returns home shocked see mad clown father become summary lars rolander br br |
| 5297 |
5260 |
5786 |
Pauls Ontwaken |
Frederik van Eeden |
Biography & Autobiography, Family & Relationships, Modern |
In dit aangrijpende korte werk beschrijft de schrijver en psychiater Frederik van Eeden het leven en met name de dood van Paul, de jongste zoon uit zijn eerste huwelijk. Paul stierf op 24-jarige leeftijd aan tuberculose. Frederik van Eeden schreef dit werk in de 3 maanden na Pauls overlijden in 1913. (Samenvatting geschreven door Anna Simon)</p> |
Dutch |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pauls-ontwaken-door-frederik-van-eeden/ |
dit aangrijpende korte werk beschrijft de schrijver en psychiater frederik van eeden het leven en met name de dood van paul de jongste zoon uit zijn eerste huwelijk paul stierf op 24 jarige leeftijd aan tuberculose frederik van eeden schreef dit werk de 3 maanden na pauls overlijden 1913 samenvatting geschreven door anna simon p |
| 5298 |
5261 |
5787 |
Fabiola or The Church of the Catacombs |
Cardinal Nicholas Patrick Wiseman |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
This historical novel is set in Rome in the early 4th century AD, during the time of the cruel persecution of Christians under the Emperor Diocletian.<br><br>The heroine of the book is Fabiola, a young pagan beauty from a noble Roman family. Fabiola seems to have everything, including a superior education in the philosophers, yet under the surface, she is not content with her life. One day, in a fit of rage, she attacks and wounds her slave girl Syra, who is a secret Christian. The proud, spoiled Roman girl is humbled by Syra's humility, maturity and devotion to her in this situation, and a slow transformation begins.<br><br>Woven into this fictitious story are a number of martyrdom accounts of real-life Christian saints, including Saint Agnes, Saint Tarcisius and Saint Sebastian.<br><br>Cardinal Wiseman wrote Fabiola in part as an answer to the vigorously anti-Catholic book Hypatia by Charles Kingsley. \nThe novel was mainly aimed at the embattled Catholic minority in England, who had recently emerged from a half-illegal status. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/fabiola-or-the-church-of-the-catacombs-by-cardinal-nicholas-patrick-wiseman/ |
historical novel set rome early 4th century ad time cruel persecution christians emperor diocletian br br the heroine book fabiola young pagan beauty noble roman family fabiola seems everything including superior education philosophers yet surface content life one day fit rage attacks wounds slave girl syra secret christian proud spoiled roman girl humbled syra s humility maturity devotion situation slow transformation begins br br woven fictitious story number martyrdom accounts real life christian saints including saint agnes saint tarcisius saint sebastian br br cardinal wiseman wrote fabiola part answer vigorously anti catholic book hypatia charles kingsley novel mainly aimed embattled catholic minority england recently emerged half illegal status summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 5299 |
5262 |
5788 |
Bible (Wycliffe) 21: Ecclesiastes |
Wycliffe Bible |
Bibles |
“... an alemaunde tre schal floure, a locuste schal be maad fat, and capparis schal be distried; for a man schal go in to the hous of his euerlastyngnesse...” - Eccl. xii, 5 (see Note below).\n\nTraditionally composed by Solomon sometime around 950-970 BCE but dated on linguistic evidence somewhere in the third century, this meditation on the futility of mankind’s striving can bring comfort to those of firm or fragile faith, or of no faith at all. The text used here is a revision of Wycliffe's original translation, made by his follower John Purvey in the mid-1390s. Wycliffe's chapter divisions in some cases differ from those of later versions (the King James, for example). \n\nThe Preacher, in his musings on the human condition, enlivens his melancholy observations with flashes of angry despair, resentment and even grim humour, all powerfully conveyed by Wycliffe’s translation. \n\nNote: The King James Version avoids a direct reference to the aphrodisiac qualities of capparis (caper-berries) in its rendering: “the Almond tree shall flourish, and the grashopper shall be a burden, and desire shall faile...” (Introduction by Martin Geeson)<p> |
English |
1395 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiastes-1395-by-john-wycliffe/ |
alemaunde tre schal floure locuste schal maad fat capparis schal distried man schal go hous euerlastyngnesse eccl xii 5 see note below traditionally composed solomon sometime around 950 970 bce dated linguistic evidence somewhere third century meditation futility mankind s striving bring comfort firm fragile faith faith all text used revision wycliffe s original translation made follower john purvey mid 1390s wycliffe s chapter divisions cases differ later versions the king james example preacher musings human condition enlivens melancholy observations flashes angry despair resentment even grim humour powerfully conveyed wycliffe s translation note king james version avoids direct reference aphrodisiac qualities capparis caper berries rendering the almond tree shall flourish grashopper shall burden desire shall faile introduction martin geeson p |
| 5300 |
5263 |
5789 |
Gunman's Reckoning |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
A typical early 20th century western. It's a tale of a tough guy who gets involved with an evil man with an angel daughter for whom the tough guy falls. His efforts to recover hers and her father's gold mine claims is the story. Not a lot of shoot em up but enough story to make one want to finish the book to see how things work out. (Introduction by Charles Montgomery)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/gunmans-reckoning-by-max-brand/ |
typical early 20th century western tale tough guy gets involved evil man angel daughter tough guy falls efforts recover father s gold mine claims story lot shoot em enough story make one want finish book see things work out introduction charles montgomery p |
| 5301 |
5264 |
5790 |
His Family |
Ernest Poole |
General Fiction |
The 1910s is historically considered the decade of greatest social change in history. It saw the advent and proliferation of the automobile, electricity, lighting, radio, telephone and cinema. Our present time of change is actually quite tame in comparison, though also breathless. <i>His Family</i> is a tale of a widowed father, working to manage this decade of change as it affects his family in New York City. <i>His Family</i> was the first winner of the Pulitzer Prize for literature in 1919. (Summary by JCarson)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/his-family-by-ernest-poole/ |
1910s historically considered decade greatest social change history saw advent proliferation automobile electricity lighting radio telephone cinema present time change actually quite tame comparison though also breathless i his family i tale widowed father working manage decade change affects family new york city i his family i first winner pulitzer prize literature 1919 summary jcarson p |
| 5302 |
5265 |
5791 |
Love of Jesus to Penitents |
Henry Edward Manning |
Christianity - Other |
Henry Edward Manning (1808-1892) was an Oxford-educated Anglican clergyman who converted to Roman Catholicism after the Privy Council ordered the Church of England in 1850 to reinstate an heretical vicar. Manning was ordained a priest in the Roman Catholic Church in 1851, appointed archbishop of Westminster in 1865, and made a cardinal in 1875 by Pope Pius IX.<br><br>In The Love of Jesus to Penitents, Manning enumerates the many benefits that the Sacrament of Penance affords the penitent: it reveals to the prodigal the tender compassion of Jesus Christ; it bestows the grace of spiritual regeneration upon the spiritually dead soul; it is the means of self-knowledge; it inclines the penitent to have perfect contrition and to make reparation to God and to those neighbors whom he has offended by his sins; and it bestows upon the spiritually reborn the gift of perseverance, enabling him to remain in a state of grace throughout his earthly life unto life everlasting. Manning tells us that Catholics in his day loved the Sacrament of Penance but did not avail themselves to its graces and benefits as often as they ought. In this respect, his day was much like our own. Catholics, therefore, should find this short book quite relevant, and both Catholics and non-Catholics should find it interesting and informative, as it outlines the practical usefulness and efficacy of this ancient sacrament. (Summary by dave7)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-of-Jesus-to-penitents-by-henry-edward-manning/ |
henry edward manning 1808 1892 oxford educated anglican clergyman converted roman catholicism privy council ordered church england 1850 reinstate heretical vicar manning ordained priest roman catholic church 1851 appointed archbishop westminster 1865 made cardinal 1875 pope pius ix br br in love jesus penitents manning enumerates many benefits sacrament penance affords penitent reveals prodigal tender compassion jesus christ bestows grace spiritual regeneration upon spiritually dead soul means self knowledge inclines penitent perfect contrition make reparation god neighbors offended sins bestows upon spiritually reborn gift perseverance enabling remain state grace throughout earthly life unto life everlasting manning tells us catholics day loved sacrament penance avail graces benefits often ought respect day much like own catholics therefore find short book quite relevant catholics non catholics find interesting informative outlines practical usefulness efficacy ancient sacrament summary dave7 p |
| 5303 |
5266 |
5792 |
Green Rust (Version 2) |
Edgar Wallace |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Edgar Wallace, perhaps best known for creating King Kong, wrote dozens of novels. The Green Rust, his twelfth crime novel, is one of three books he published in 1919. It begins at the English home of the severely ill American millionaire, John Millinborn. With him are his best friend, Kitson, and a local doctor, the Dutch (or is he?) van Heerden. He is murdered in the first chapter, having just left his fortune to his niece, Oliva, whom he has never met. Before he dies, he asks Kitson to find and watch over Oliva. (Introduction by Kirsten Wever)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-rust-version-2-by-edgar-wallace/ |
edgar wallace perhaps best known creating king kong wrote dozens novels green rust twelfth crime novel one three books published 1919 begins english home severely ill american millionaire john millinborn best friend kitson local doctor dutch or he van heerden murdered first chapter left fortune niece oliva never met dies asks kitson find watch oliva introduction kirsten wever p |
| 5304 |
5267 |
5793 |
Memoirs of a Revolutionist, Vol. 1 |
Peter Kropotkin |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Peter Kropotkin was a Russian anarcho-communist and scientist. This is his autobiography, and he writes not only about his own life, but also about 19th century Russian society and politics. He was born into the nobility and had a military education, but he gradually abandoned the values of his social class and became an anti-authoritarian socialist, opposed to both the rule of the Tsars and to the seizing of power by the authoritarian Bolsheviks. He was also interested in literature, biology, economics and geographical exploration. This first volume of his memoirs covers his childhood, his education, and the time he spent in Siberia.(Introduction by Elin)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-a-revolutionist-volume-1-by-peter-kropotkin/ |
peter kropotkin russian anarcho communist scientist autobiography writes life also 19th century russian society politics born nobility military education gradually abandoned values social class became anti authoritarian socialist opposed rule tsars seizing power authoritarian bolsheviks also interested literature biology economics geographical exploration first volume memoirs covers childhood education time spent siberia introduction elin p |
| 5305 |
5268 |
5794 |
Henrietta Temple |
Benjamin Disraeli |
General Fiction, Romance |
The Armine family, in particular the young Ferdinand Armine, is in great financial difficulties. Ferdinand's grandfather has burdened the family estate with large debts, which his father did not manage to diminish. Ferdinand himself is not disposed to live with his small income alone, and during his time in Malta with his regiment, he incurs debts of his own. \n\nThe only thing that can easily pay for his debts and restore the house of Armine now is for Ferdinand to marry well, and the chosen wife for him is his cousin Katherine, the heiress to their grandfather's wealth. Katharine, who has idolized her cousin like their grandfather did, immediately consents to the marriage. But for Ferdinand, the match is a matter of necessity, not of love. \n\nJust as Ferdinand is beginning to realize that this planned marriage will be a loveless one for him, a chance meeting with the beautiful Henrietta Temple changes everything. "There is no love but love at first sight", and this young lady proceeds to turn Ferdinand's world upside down.\n\nHenrietta Temple is a semi-autobiographical novel and the author's first true success. Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield and later British Prime Minister, based this novel on his affair with the married Henrietta Sykes.</p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/henrietta-temple-by-benjamin-disraeli/ |
armine family particular young ferdinand armine great financial difficulties ferdinand s grandfather burdened family estate large debts father manage diminish ferdinand disposed live small income alone time malta regiment incurs debts own thing easily pay debts restore house armine ferdinand marry well chosen wife cousin katherine heiress grandfather s wealth katharine idolized cousin like grandfather did immediately consents marriage ferdinand match matter necessity love ferdinand beginning realize planned marriage loveless one him chance meeting beautiful henrietta temple changes everything there love love first sight young lady proceeds turn ferdinand s world upside down henrietta temple semi autobiographical novel author s first true success benjamin disraeli earl beaconsfield later british prime minister based novel affair married henrietta sykes p |
| 5306 |
5269 |
5795 |
Sin and Its Consequences |
Henry Edward Manning |
Christianity - Other |
Henry Edward Manning (1808-1892) was an Anglican priest who, in 1851, converted to Roman Catholicism. In 1865, he was appointed archbishop of Westminster, which is the mother diocese of Roman Catholics in England and Wales, and in 1875, was made a cardinal by Pope Pius IX.<br><br>Sin and Its Consequences is based on a series of eight Lenten lectures. The first four chapters deal with the problem of sin. After explaining the nature sin, Manning explains the distinction between mortal and venial sins. He further discusses sins of omission which, if left unchecked, can all too easily lead to more serious sins. In the fifth chapter, Manning shows how the Sacrament of Penance is a most effective remedy for actual sins committed after Baptism. He gives practical advice for avoiding the occasions that lead to sin and illustrates how Jesus Himself overcame temptations during His earthly life. Finally, he describes the joys that await those who sincerely repent and conform their wills to the divine will, for those who live and die in solidarity with Jesus Christ, shall rise with Him to everlasting life and glory. (Summary by dave7)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/sin-and-its-consequences-by-henry-edward-manning/ |
henry edward manning 1808 1892 anglican priest who 1851 converted roman catholicism 1865 appointed archbishop westminster mother diocese roman catholics england wales 1875 made cardinal pope pius ix br br sin consequences based series eight lenten lectures first four chapters deal problem sin explaining nature sin manning explains distinction mortal venial sins discusses sins omission which left unchecked easily lead serious sins fifth chapter manning shows sacrament penance effective remedy actual sins committed baptism gives practical advice avoiding occasions lead sin illustrates jesus overcame temptations earthly life finally describes joys await sincerely repent conform wills divine will live die solidarity jesus christ shall rise everlasting life glory summary dave7 p |
| 5307 |
5270 |
5796 |
Return (de la Mare version) |
Walter De la Mare |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A story of psychological horror, The Return explores ideas of identity, love, and alienation. Arthur grapples with the reactions of his family and community, and his own sanity, when he experiences a sudden and mysterious "transformation". ( Summary by Corinna Schultz )</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
story psychological horror return explores ideas identity love alienation arthur grapples reactions family community sanity experiences sudden mysterious transformation summary corinna schultz p |
| 5308 |
5271 |
5797 |
In the Fog |
Richard Harding Davis |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The story is set in London, at an elite gentleman’s club called "The Grill," where an American gentleman arrests the attention of four other men by relating how one night he got lost in a thick London fog. He stumbled upon a house where a double murder was just committed. The victims of the murder were a young nobleman and a Russian princess. He escaped from the house and reported the killings to Scotland Yard. But they were unable to find the location of the dwelling. All very strange, as three of the other gentlemen all offer more information and perspectives on various details of the incident as they endeavor to solve the mystery. (Introduction by Bob Gonzalez)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-fog-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
story set london elite gentleman s club called the grill american gentleman arrests attention four men relating one night got lost thick london fog stumbled upon house double murder committed victims murder young nobleman russian princess escaped house reported killings scotland yard unable find location dwelling strange three gentlemen offer information perspectives various details incident endeavor solve mystery introduction bob gonzalez p |
| 5309 |
5272 |
5798 |
Morals (Moralia), Book 1 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Self-Help, Essays, Ancient |
The Moralia (or The morals or Matters relating to customs and mores) is a work by the 1st-century Greek scholar Plutarch of Chaeronea. It is a collection of 78 essays and transcribed speeches that give an insight into Roman and Greek life. Extremely popular for centuries, Plutarch's Morals have been read and imitated by many generations of Europeans, including Montaigne and the Renaissance Humanists and Enlightenment philosophers. Some of the most famous chapters on history are "On the Fortune or the Virtue of Alexander the Great" — an adjunct to his Life of the great general — "On the Worship of Isis and Osiris" - a crucial source of information on Egyptian religious rites - and "On the Malice of Herodotus", in which Plutarch criticizes what he sees as systematic bias in the Father of History's work; some important philosophical treatises are "On the Decline of the Oracles", "On the Delays of the Divine Vengeance" and "On Peace of Mind'. But the Morals also bring in some lighter fare, such as "Odysseus and Gryllus", a humorous dialog between Homer's Odysseus and one of Circe's enchanted pigs. The Moralia were composed first, while the Lives occupied much of the last two decades of Plutarch's own life. Some editions of the Moralia include several works now known to be pseudepigrapha: among these are the "Lives of the Ten Orators" (biographies of the Ten Orators of ancient Athens, based on Caecilius of Calacte), "The Doctrines of the Philosophers", and "On Music". One "pseudo-Plutarch" is held responsible for all of these works, though their authorship is of course unknown. This book is also famously the first reference to the problem of the chicken and the egg. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-morals-moralia-book-1-by-plutarch/ |
moralia or morals matters relating customs mores work 1st century greek scholar plutarch chaeronea collection 78 essays transcribed speeches give insight roman greek life extremely popular centuries plutarch s morals read imitated many generations europeans including montaigne renaissance humanists enlightenment philosophers famous chapters history on fortune virtue alexander great adjunct life great general on worship isis osiris crucial source information egyptian religious rites on malice herodotus plutarch criticizes sees systematic bias father history s work important philosophical treatises on decline oracles on delays divine vengeance on peace mind morals also bring lighter fare odysseus gryllus humorous dialog homer s odysseus one circe s enchanted pigs moralia composed first lives occupied much last two decades plutarch s life editions moralia include several works known pseudepigrapha among lives ten orators biographies ten orators ancient athens based caecilius calacte the doctrines philosophers on music one pseudo plutarch held responsible works though authorship course unknown book also famously first reference problem chicken egg summary leni p |
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5273 |
5799 |
Master Hand |
Richard Dallas |
Detective Fiction |
This murder mystery, written in 1903 by Richard Dallas (pseudonym), describes a fictional crime that took place in the New York City of 1883. A fine period piece as well as a clever detective story. (Introduction by Delmar H. Dolbier)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-master-hand-by-richard-dallas/ |
murder mystery written 1903 richard dallas pseudonym describes fictional crime took place new york city 1883 fine period piece well clever detective story introduction delmar h dolbier p |
| 5311 |
5274 |
5800 |
Wood and Garden: Notes and Thoughts, Practical and Critical, of a Working Amateur |
Gertrude Jekyll |
Gardening |
Wood and Garden reads like a walk through the garden with reknowned garden designer Gertrude Jekyll as she discusses her plant choices and placement, how she integrates nature into her design, and how she maintains and enjoys the garden. (Summary by A. Gramour)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/wood-and-garden-by-gertrude-jekyll/ |
wood garden reads like walk garden reknowned garden designer gertrude jekyll discusses plant choices placement integrates nature design maintains enjoys garden summary a gramour p |
| 5312 |
5275 |
5801 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907-1908 |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
</br>Lucy Maud Montgomery was born at Clifton (now New London), Prince Edward Island, Canada, on November 30, 1874. She achieved international fame in her lifetime, putting Prince Edward Island and Canada on the world literary map. Best known for her "Anne of Green Gables" books, she was also a prolific writer of short stories and poetry. She published some 500 short stories and poems and twenty novels before her death in 1942. The Project Gutenberg collection of her short stories was gathered from numerous sources and is presented in chronological publishing order:\n\n<br /><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1896-to-1901-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1896 to 1901</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1902-to-1903-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1902 to 1903</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1904-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1904</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1905-1906-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1905 to 1906</a><br>Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1907 to 1908<br><a href="http://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1909-1922-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/">Lucy Maud Montgomery Short Stories, 1909 to 1922</a><br></br>\n\n(Summary by Project Gutenberg)<br></br> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/lucy-maud-montgomery-short-stories-1907-1908-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br lucy maud montgomery born clifton now new london prince edward island canada november 30 1874 achieved international fame lifetime putting prince edward island canada world literary map best known anne green gables books also prolific writer short stories poetry published 500 short stories poems twenty novels death 1942 project gutenberg collection short stories gathered numerous sources presented chronological publishing order br br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 to 1901 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1896 1901 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 to 1903 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1902 1903 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1904 a br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1905 1906 a br lucy maud montgomery short stories 1907 1908 br a href http librivox org lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 by lucy maud montgomery lucy maud montgomery short stories 1909 1922 a br br summary project gutenberg br br |
| 5313 |
5276 |
5802 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 07 |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Anthologies, Anthologies |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the seventh volume, 43 short stories and poems have been gathered from 35 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-07-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this seventh volume 43 short stories poems gathered 35 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 5314 |
5277 |
5803 |
Uncle Josh's Punkin Centre Stories |
Cal Stewart |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A collection of comedic short stories from the perspective of an old country man. (Summary by Philip Martin)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-joshs-punkin-centre-stories-by-cal-stewart/ |
collection comedic short stories perspective old country man summary philip martin p |
| 5315 |
5278 |
5804 |
Fifty Cents |
Billy Mortimer |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), Music |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Fifty Cents by Billy Mortimer. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 21, 2011.<br>Originally published in 1881 as a song, with music by Dan Lewis. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-cents-by-billy-mortimer/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings fifty cents billy mortimer fortnightly poetry project august 21 2011 br originally published 1881 song music dan lewis summary triciag p |
| 5316 |
5279 |
5805 |
Dryden vs Shadwell - a Poetic Duel |
John Dryden |
Poetry, Satire |
Throughout history there have been many creative artists whose fame depends largely on their association with a much greater artist. Such the case of Thomas Shadwell, poet and prolific writer of low brow comedies, who is today most famous as the butt of satire by one of greatest and most influential English poets, John Dryden. Shadwell and Dryden were at first colleagues and collaborators, but later fell out over some sharp divergences of opinion. In particular, Dryden disagreed with Shadwell's high estimation of Ben Jonson, and even more of the latter's claim to be be Jonson's artistic heir. The most celebrated product of this controversy was Dryden's satirical poem, Mac Flecknoe, in which he presents Shadwell as the apostle of dullness. This elegant satire was first circulated unpublished in pamphlet form and then published in 1682. Shadwell responded with "The Medal of John Bayes" which has as a preface a mocking "Epistle to the Tories." Dryden's reply was a further poem "The Medal" which likewise had a preface: "Epistle to the Whigs." Shadwell is also the subject of harsh reference in Dryden's Absolom and Achitophel (1681). In his lifetime, Shadwell emerged the victor from this dispute. In 1688, James II was deposed, and Dryden, as a Tory and a staunch Catholic, lost both favour at court and the position of Poet Laureate. His successor was Shadwell, a Whig and a convenient rather than a devout Protestant. Forced into retirement, Dryden concentrated on the translations of Latin classics, most notably the Aeneid, which have added further to his stature as poet and dramatist. Shadwell died in 1692, leaving a large body of comedies, which are today considered his best work, but which are rarely performed today. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1682 |
https://librivox.org/dryden-vs-shadwell-a-poetic-duel/ |
throughout history many creative artists whose fame depends largely association much greater artist case thomas shadwell poet prolific writer low brow comedies today famous butt satire one greatest influential english poets john dryden shadwell dryden first colleagues collaborators later fell sharp divergences opinion particular dryden disagreed shadwell s high estimation ben jonson even latter s claim jonson s artistic heir celebrated product controversy dryden s satirical poem mac flecknoe presents shadwell apostle dullness elegant satire first circulated unpublished pamphlet form published 1682 shadwell responded the medal john bayes preface mocking epistle tories dryden s reply poem the medal likewise preface epistle whigs shadwell also subject harsh reference dryden s absolom achitophel 1681 lifetime shadwell emerged victor dispute 1688 james ii deposed dryden tory staunch catholic lost favour court position poet laureate successor shadwell whig convenient rather devout protestant forced retirement dryden concentrated translations latin classics notably aeneid added stature poet dramatist shadwell died 1692 leaving large body comedies today considered best work rarely performed today summary algy pug p |
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5300 |
5826 |
Crystal Age |
William Henry Hudson |
Science Fiction |
A Crystal Age is a utopian novel written by W. H. Hudson, first published in 1887. The book has been called a "significant S-F milestone" and has been noted for its anticipation of the "modern ecological mysticism" that would evolve a century later. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-crystal-age-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
crystal age utopian novel written w h hudson first published 1887 book called significant s f milestone noted anticipation modern ecological mysticism would evolve century later summary wikipedia p |
| 5318 |
5280 |
5806 |
Stones of Venice, Volume 1 |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture, Travel & Geography |
The Stones of Venice is a three-volume treatise on Venetian art and architecture by English art historian John Ruskin, first published from 1851 to 1853. Intending to prove how the architecture in Venice exemplified the principles he discussed in his earlier work, The Seven Lamps of Architecture, Ruskin examined the city in detail, describing for example over eighty churches. He discusses architecture of Venice's Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance periods, and provides a general history of the city as well. The book aroused considerable interest in Victorian Britain and beyond. The chapter "The Nature of Gothic" (from volume 2) was admired by William Morris, who published it separately in an edition which is in itself an example of Gothic revival. It inspired Marcel Proust; the narrator of the Recherche visits Venice with his mother in a state of enthusiasm for Ruskin. The Stones of Venice is considered one of the most influential books of the 19th century. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-stones-of-venice-volume-1-by-john-ruskin/ |
stones venice three volume treatise venetian art architecture english art historian john ruskin first published 1851 1853 intending prove architecture venice exemplified principles discussed earlier work seven lamps architecture ruskin examined city detail describing example eighty churches discusses architecture venice s byzantine gothic renaissance periods provides general history city well book aroused considerable interest victorian britain beyond chapter the nature gothic from volume 2 admired william morris published separately edition example gothic revival inspired marcel proust narrator recherche visits venice mother state enthusiasm ruskin stones venice considered one influential books 19th century summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
| 5319 |
5281 |
5807 |
I Stepped from Plank to Plank |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of I Stepped from Plank to Plank by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 21, 2011.<br><br>Emily Elizabeth Dickinson was an American poet. Born in Amherst, Massachusetts, to a successful family with strong community ties, she lived a mostly introverted and reclusive life. Thought of as an eccentric by the locals, she became known for her penchant for white clothing and her reluctance to greet guests or, later in life, even leave her room. Most of her friendships were therefore carried out by correspondence.( Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/i-stepped-from-plank-to-plank-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings stepped plank plank emily dickinson weekly poetry project august 21 2011 br br emily elizabeth dickinson american poet born amherst massachusetts successful family strong community ties lived mostly introverted reclusive life thought eccentric locals became known penchant white clothing reluctance greet guests or later life even leave room friendships therefore carried correspondence summary wikipedia p |
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5282 |
5808 |
Dragon of Wantley |
Owen Wister |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<br />The "true" story of the Wantley Dragon. Set at Christmas time, it is a tale of a Baron, his daughter, a brave knight, True Love, and the terrible Dragon of Wantley. Oh, and don't forget the wine. (Summary by D. A. Frank )<br /><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-dragon-of-wantley-by-owen-wister/ |
br the true story wantley dragon set christmas time tale baron daughter brave knight true love terrible dragon wantley oh forget wine summary d a frank br br |
| 5321 |
5283 |
5809 |
Just For Juniors: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion, Religion |
This fourth addition to Father Brennan's delightful series of "Angel Food" story books brings twenty-eight more tales which, while they excite youthful imaginations, at the same time teach the important lessons of knowing, loving and serving God, and point the way - the children's own little way to heaven. (Summary from an original jacket.)</p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/just-for-juniors-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
fourth addition father brennan s delightful series angel food story books brings twenty eight tales which excite youthful imaginations time teach important lessons knowing loving serving god point way children s little way heaven summary original jacket p |
| 5322 |
5284 |
5810 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 034 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />Der Halskragen übersetzt von Julius Reuscher<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a> </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-034-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br der halskragen übersetzt von julius reuscher br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 5323 |
5285 |
5811 |
Indiana |
George Sand |
General Fiction, Romance |
This is George Sand's first novel. Her real name was Amantine (or Amandine) Lucile Dupin, and she later became baroness Dudevant. As an aristocratic woman living in 19th century France, she chose her first novel to be, above all, a realistic work. Indiana is trapped since the age of 16 in a loveless marriage with a rich, much older, man. Her only real friend is her cousin, sir Ralph, who, sometimes, just does things which are- logically- the best for her but- mentally- the worst he could do. She tries to find means of escape. But would she be able to recreate her own reality? Can a woman find true love while trying to maintain her identity and independence in a man's world?" \nSummary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/indiana-by-george-sand/ |
george sand s first novel real name amantine or amandine lucile dupin later became baroness dudevant aristocratic woman living 19th century france chose first novel be all realistic work indiana trapped since age 16 loveless marriage rich much older man real friend cousin sir ralph who sometimes things are logically best but mentally worst could do tries find means escape would able recreate reality woman find true love trying maintain identity independence man s world summary stav nisser p |
| 5324 |
5301 |
5827 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
The story chronicles the adventures of a girl named Dorothy Gale in the Land of Oz. As Baum says in the introduction "It aspires to being a modernized fairy tale, in which the wonderment and joy are retained and the heartaches and nightmares are left out." And it succeeds wonderfully. It is one of the best-known stories in American popular culture and has been widely translated. This is the first of thirteen more Oz books. (Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert )</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-solo-version-2-by-l-frank-baum/ |
story chronicles adventures girl named dorothy gale land oz baum says introduction it aspires modernized fairy tale wonderment joy retained heartaches nightmares left out succeeds wonderfully one best known stories american popular culture widely translated first thirteen oz books summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 5325 |
5286 |
5812 |
Langs een omweg |
A. L. G. Bosboom-Toussaint |
General Fiction, Romance |
Regina van Berchem is een steenrijke jonge vrouw, die na het overlijden van haar vader intrekt bij haar oom in de stad X. Ze raakt verbitterd door de houding van de mensen in haar omgeving, nieuwe kennissen en jonge mannen die haar het hof maken, wie het allen vooral om haar geld te doen lijkt te zijn. Dan ontmoet ze een oude bekende uit haar jeugd, Eckbert Witgensteyn. Door een samenloop van omstandigheden verloopt die hernieuwde kennismaking niet gladjes. Als hij haar een huwelijksaanzoek doet wijst ze hem hardvochtig van de hand. Eckbert is gekrenkt en bezweert haar dat hij revanche zal nemen. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon) |
Dutch |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/langs-een-omweg-by-a-l-g-bosboom-toussaint/ |
regina van berchem een steenrijke jonge vrouw die na het overlijden van haar vader intrekt bij haar oom de stad x ze raakt verbitterd door de houding van de mensen haar omgeving nieuwe kennissen en jonge mannen die haar het hof maken wie het allen vooral om haar geld te doen lijkt te zijn dan ontmoet ze een oude bekende uit haar jeugd eckbert witgensteyn door een samenloop van omstandigheden verloopt die hernieuwde kennismaking niet gladjes als hij haar een huwelijksaanzoek doet wijst ze hem hardvochtig van de hand eckbert gekrenkt en bezweert haar dat hij revanche zal nemen samenvatting door anna simon |
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5287 |
5813 |
Spanish Tragedy |
Thomas Kyd |
Plays, Tragedy |
The Spanish Tragedy, or Hieronimo is Mad Again is an Elizabethan tragedy written by Thomas Kyd between 1582 and 1592. Highly popular and influential in its time, The Spanish Tragedy established a new genre in English theatre, the revenge play or revenge tragedy. Its plot contains several violent murders and includes as one of its characters a personification of Revenge. The Spanish Tragedy was often referred to (or parodied) in works written by other Elizabethan playwrights, including William Shakespeare, Ben Jonson, and Christopher Marlowe.<br><br>Many elements of The Spanish Tragedy, such as the play-within-a-play used to trap a murderer and a ghost intent on vengeance, appear in Shakespeare's Hamlet. (Thomas Kyd is frequently proposed as the author of the hypothetical Ur-Hamlet that may have been one of Shakespeare's primary sources for Hamlet.) (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nGhost of Andrea, a Spanish nobleman; Hangman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">MARTIN GEESON</a><br>\nRevenge: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nKING OF SPAIN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander </a><br>\nCYPRIAN DUKE OF CASTILE, his brother; ALEXANDRO, Portuguese Nobleman; BAZARDO, a Painter; Watchman 1; Citizen 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nLORENZO, the Duke's son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>\nBELLIMPERIA, Lorenzo's sister; Isabella's Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6672">JustineWalmsley</a><br>\nVICEROY OF PORTUGAL: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6459">Nigel Boydell</a><br>\nBALTHAZAR, his son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4166">Jeff Schwab</a><br>\nHIERONIMO, Marshal of Spain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nISABELLA, his wife; Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>\nHORATIO, their son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nSpanish General; Deputy; Don Bazulto; Watchman 2; Citizen 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br> \nPortuguese Ambassador: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>\nVlLLUPPO, Portuguese Nobleman; Don Pedro; JACQUES, Hieronimo's servant; Watchman 3; Citizen 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPEDRINGANO, Bellimperia's servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>\nCHRISTOPHIL, Bellimperia's custodian; Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>\nLorenzo's Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>\nSERBERINE, Balthazar's servant; Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nPEDRO, Hieronimo's servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6817">Peter Makus</a><br>\nNobleman 1; Portingal 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nNobleman 2; Portingal 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">JohnFricker</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n |
English |
1592 |
https://librivox.org/the-spanish-tragedy-by-thomas-kyd/ |
spanish tragedy hieronimo mad elizabethan tragedy written thomas kyd 1582 1592 highly popular influential time spanish tragedy established new genre english theatre revenge play revenge tragedy plot contains several violent murders includes one characters personification revenge spanish tragedy often referred or parodied works written elizabethan playwrights including william shakespeare ben jonson christopher marlowe br br many elements spanish tragedy play within a play used trap murderer ghost intent vengeance appear shakespeare s hamlet thomas kyd frequently proposed author hypothetical ur hamlet may one shakespeare s primary sources hamlet summary wikipedia br br b cast b br ghost andrea spanish nobleman hangman a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br revenge a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br king spain a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br cyprian duke castile brother alexandro portuguese nobleman bazardo painter watchman 1 citizen 1 a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lorenzo duke s son a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br bellimperia lorenzo s sister isabella s maid a href http librivox org reader 6672 justinewalmsley a br viceroy portugal a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a a href http librivox org reader 6459 nigel boydell a br balthazar son a href http librivox org reader 4166 jeff schwab a br hieronimo marshal spain a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br isabella wife boy a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br horatio son a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br spanish general deputy bazulto watchman 2 citizen 2 a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br portuguese ambassador a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br vllluppo portuguese nobleman pedro jacques hieronimo s servant watchman 3 citizen 3 a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br pedringano bellimperia s servant a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br christophil bellimperia s custodian messenger a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br lorenzo s page a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br serberine balthazar s servant servant a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br pedro hieronimo s servant a href http librivox org reader 6817 peter makus a br nobleman 1 portingal 1 a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br nobleman 2 portingal 2 a href http librivox org reader 5719 johnfricker a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br |
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5288 |
5814 |
Roderick Hudson |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
Published as a serial in 1875, Roderick Hudson is James's first important novel. The theme of Americans in Europe, so important in much of James's work, is already central to the story. Hudson is a young law student in Northampton, Massachusetts, who shows such surprising ability as a sculptor that the rich Rowland Mallett, visiting a cousin in Northampton, decides to stake him to several years of study in Rome, then a center of expatriate American society. The story has to do not only with Roderick's growth as an artist and the problems it brings, but also as a man susceptible to his new environment, and indeed his occasional rivalries with his American friend and patron.<br>Interestingly enough, at least two of the book's characters made sufficient impression on James that he brought them back in other books: the French-Italian-Yankee sculptor, Gloriani, who appears later in The American, and Christina Light, the American who becomes the subject of Princess Casamassima, one of James's later (and much longer) novels.<br>(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/roderick-hudson-by-henry-james/ |
published serial 1875 roderick hudson james s first important novel theme americans europe important much james s work already central story hudson young law student northampton massachusetts shows surprising ability sculptor rich rowland mallett visiting cousin northampton decides stake several years study rome center expatriate american society story roderick s growth artist problems brings also man susceptible new environment indeed occasional rivalries american friend patron br interestingly enough least two book s characters made sufficient impression james brought back books french italian yankee sculptor gloriani appears later american christina light american becomes subject princess casamassima one james s later and much longer novels br introduction nicholas clifford p |
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5289 |
5815 |
Sermons of Leo the Great |
Pope Leo I (Leo the Great) |
Christianity - Other |
Leo the Great was unanimously elected Bishop of Rome on September 29, 440 AD. At the Council of Chalcedon, his famous "Tome" was a decisive contribution to the Christological controversies of the fifth century. But the Tome did not stand alone. It was written in the context of over two decades of pastoral sensitivity. This collection of sermons is the best way to let Leo himself unpack the nuances and power of Chalcedonian Christology according to one of its most influential proponents. (Introduction by Jonathan Lange)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/sermons-of-leo-the-great-bishop-of-rome-by-leo-the-great/ |
leo great unanimously elected bishop rome september 29 440 ad council chalcedon famous tome decisive contribution christological controversies fifth century tome stand alone written context two decades pastoral sensitivity collection sermons best way let leo unpack nuances power chalcedonian christology according one influential proponents introduction jonathan lange p |
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5290 |
5816 |
Not Quite Eighteen |
Susan Coolidge |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
Not Quite Eighteen is a delightful collection of children’s stories that range from moral to whimsical. From unfinished fairy tales and daydreams about a pony who kept shop to a lesson on presence of mind, these anecdotes will entertain as well as improve the mind. (Summary by Bridget Gaige)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/not-quite-eighteen-by-susan-coolidge/ |
quite eighteen delightful collection children s stories range moral whimsical unfinished fairy tales daydreams pony kept shop lesson presence mind anecdotes entertain well improve mind summary bridget gaige p |
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5291 |
5817 |
Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy |
Pádraic Colum |
General |
Also known as "The Children's Homer," this is Irish writer Padraic Colum's retelling of the events of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey for young people. Colum's rich, evocative prose narrates the travails of Odysseus, King of Ithaca: his experiences fighting the Trojan War, and his ten years' journey home to his faithful wife Penelope and his son Telemachus. ( Summary by Elizabeth Klett ) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-odysseus-and-the-tale-of-troy-by-padraic-colum/ |
also known the children s homer irish writer padraic colum s retelling events homer s iliad odyssey young people colum s rich evocative prose narrates travails odysseus king ithaca experiences fighting trojan war ten years journey home faithful wife penelope son telemachus summary elizabeth klett |
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5293 |
5819 |
Doctor Wortle's School |
Anthony Trollope |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Anthony Trollope’s fortieth novel, published in 1881, concerns a respectable Christian boys’ school whose proprietor unknowingly hires a woman who apparently has two husbands: A devoted English scholar and an abusive drunkard from the American south. The book interweaves a sensitive and realistic exploration of Dr. Wortle’s moral dilemma with a humorous look at small-town gossip and--of course--a romance involving the doctor’s beautiful young daughter. ( Summary by Angela Rowland )</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-wortles-school-by-anthony-trollope/ |
anthony trollope s fortieth novel published 1881 concerns respectable christian boys school whose proprietor unknowingly hires woman apparently two husbands devoted english scholar abusive drunkard american south book interweaves sensitive realistic exploration dr wortle s moral dilemma humorous look small town gossip and of course a romance involving doctor s beautiful young daughter summary angela rowland p |
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5294 |
5820 |
Opticks |
Sir Isaac Newton |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
The famous physicist Sir Isaac Newton lectured on optics from 1670 - 1672. He worked on refraction of light into colored beams using prisms and discovered chromatic aberration. He also postulated the corpuscular form of light and an ether to transmit forces between the corpuscles. His "Opticks", first published 1704 contains his postulates about the topic. This is the fourth edition in English, from 1730, which Newton himself had corrected from the third edition before his death. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1730 |
https://librivox.org/opticks-by-isaac-newton/ |
famous physicist sir isaac newton lectured optics 1670 1672 worked refraction light colored beams using prisms discovered chromatic aberration also postulated corpuscular form light ether transmit forces corpuscles opticks first published 1704 contains postulates topic fourth edition english 1730 newton corrected third edition death summary availle p |
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5295 |
5821 |
Frauen und ihr Beruf |
Luise Büchner |
Family & Relationships |
Luise Büchner war eine deutsche Schriftstellerin und Frauenrechtlerin. In ihrem Buch "Die Frauen und ihr Beruf", erstmals erschienen 1855, vertritt sie vehement die Meinung, daß Mädchen und Knaben die gleiche Bildung erlangen sollen. Darüber hinaus legt sie ihre Vorstellungen zur Verbesserung der sozialen und wirtschaftlichen Stellung der Frauen dar, und schreibt beispielsweise über den Segen der Arbeit für Frauen aus allen gesellschaftlichen Schichten. <br><br>\n\nIm Vorwort zur 1. Auflage schreibt Luise Büchner: <em>Die nachfolgenden Blätter erheben keinerlei Anspruch darauf, für eine pädagogische Schrift zu gelten: ihr einziger Zweck ist der, anzuregen und ein ungefähres Ideal dessen aufzustellen, was die Frau der heutigen Zeit für sich erstreben sollte. Wenn wir uns erst klar über die Endpunkte einer Frage sind, die man heute so lebhaft hin und her erörtert, dann wird es der eigentlichen Erziehung ein Leichtes sein, die Wege aufzufinden, welche dahin führen. </em> <br>\nDiese Aufnahme ist von der 4. Auflage 1872. <br> |
German |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/die-frauen-und-ihr-beruf-by-luise-buechner/ |
luise büchner war eine deutsche schriftstellerin und frauenrechtlerin ihrem buch die frauen und ihr beruf erstmals erschienen 1855 vertritt sie vehement die meinung daß mädchen und knaben die gleiche bildung erlangen sollen darüber hinaus legt sie ihre vorstellungen zur verbesserung der sozialen und wirtschaftlichen stellung der frauen dar und schreibt beispielsweise über den segen der arbeit für frauen aus allen gesellschaftlichen schichten br br im vorwort zur 1 auflage schreibt luise büchner em die nachfolgenden blätter erheben keinerlei anspruch darauf für eine pädagogische schrift zu gelten ihr einziger zweck ist der anzuregen und ein ungefähres ideal dessen aufzustellen die frau der heutigen zeit für sich erstreben sollte wenn wir uns erst klar über die endpunkte einer frage sind die man heute lebhaft hin und erörtert dann wird es der eigentlichen erziehung ein leichtes sein die wege aufzufinden welche dahin führen em br diese aufnahme ist von der 4 auflage 1872 br |
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5296 |
5822 |
Ultimate Weapon |
John Wood Campbell. Jr. |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
The star Mira was unpredictably variable. Sometimes it was blazing, brilliant and hot. Other times it was oddly dim, cool, shedding little warmth on its many planets. Gresth Gkae, leader of the Mirans, was seeking a better star, one to which his "people" could migrate. That star had to be steady, reliable, with a good planetary system. And in his astronomical searching, he found Sol.\n\nWith hundreds of ships, each larger than whole Terrestrial spaceports, and traveling faster than the speed of light, the Mirans set out to move in to Solar regions and take over.\n\nAnd on Earth there was nothing which would be capable of beating off this incredible armada—until Buck Kendall stumbled upon THE ULTIMATE WEAPON.\n\n(Introduction by John W. Campbell)</p> |
English |
1966 |
https://librivox.org/ultimate-weapon-the-by-john-w-campbell/ |
star mira unpredictably variable sometimes blazing brilliant hot times oddly dim cool shedding little warmth many planets gresth gkae leader mirans seeking better star one people could migrate star steady reliable good planetary system astronomical searching found sol hundreds ships larger whole terrestrial spaceports traveling faster speed light mirans set move solar regions take over earth nothing would capable beating incredible armada until buck kendall stumbled upon ultimate weapon introduction john w campbell p |
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5297 |
5823 |
Yankee at Molokai |
Eva K. Betz |
General, Religion |
As a daring soldier in the Union Army, Ira Dutton earned the respect and affection of the men around him. Handsome and affable, he could have had a full social life when the war was over. But he felt that his "wild years" demanded atonement - and where could that better be found than in Molokai, where the ailing Father Damien Needed help?<br><br>So he made a free gift of himself, his strength and his capacity for love. Deeply patriotic, he cultivated in his charges devotion to America. A vivid exciting story. (Summary from an original jacket.)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/yankee-at-molokai-by-eva-k-betz/ |
daring soldier union army ira dutton earned respect affection men around him handsome affable could full social life war over felt wild years demanded atonement could better found molokai ailing father damien needed help br br so made free gift himself strength capacity love deeply patriotic cultivated charges devotion america vivid exciting story summary original jacket p |
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5824 |
Comédie Humaine: 05 - Scènes de la vie de province tome 1 (15-4-43) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de mœurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… (Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac) </p> |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-de-province-tome-i-by-honore-de-balzac-1110/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de mœurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
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5299 |
5825 |
Golden Silence |
Charles Norris Williamson |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
Trying to get away from an engagement he had got himself into more or less against his will, Stephen Knight travels to Algiers to visit his old friend Nevill. On the Journey there he meets the charming and beautiful Victoria. She is on her way to Algiers to search for her sister, who had disappeared years ago after marrying an Arab nobleman. With the support of his friend, Stephen Knight decides to help the girl - but when she also disappears, the adventure begins... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-silence-by-cn-and-am-williamson/ |
trying get away engagement got less will stephen knight travels algiers visit old friend nevill journey meets charming beautiful victoria way algiers search sister disappeared years ago marrying arab nobleman support friend stephen knight decides help girl also disappears adventure begins summary carolin p |
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5828 |
Lady Anna |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
When it appeared in 1874, Lady Anna met with little success, and positively outraged the conservative - `This is the sort of thing the reading public will never stand...a man must be embittered by some violent present exasperation who can like such disruptions of social order as this.' (Saturday Review) - although Trollope himself considered it `the best novel I ever wrote! Very much! Quite far away above all others!!!'<br><br>This tightly constructed and passionate study of enforced marriage in the world of Radical politics and social inequality, records the lifelong attempt of Countess Lovel to justify her claim to her title, and her daughter Anna's legitimacy, after her husband announces that he already has a wife. However, mother and daughter are driven apart when Anna defies her mother's wish that she marry her cousin, heir to her father's title, and falls in love with journeyman tailor and young Radical Daniel Thwaite. The outcome is never in doubt, but Trollope's ambivalence on the question is profound, and the novel both intense and powerful.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/lady-anna-by-anthony-trollope/ |
appeared 1874 lady anna met little success positively outraged conservative this sort thing reading public never stand a man must embittered violent present exasperation like disruptions social order this saturday review although trollope considered the best novel ever wrote much quite far away others br br this tightly constructed passionate study enforced marriage world radical politics social inequality records lifelong attempt countess lovel justify claim title daughter anna s legitimacy husband announces already wife however mother daughter driven apart anna defies mother s wish marry cousin heir father s title falls love journeyman tailor young radical daniel thwaite outcome never doubt trollope s ambivalence question profound novel intense powerful p |
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5303 |
5829 |
My Lady Ludlow |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
This novella by the acclaimed Elizabeth Gaskell follows the reminiscences and life of aristocratic Lady Ludlow, told through the eyes of one of her charges, the young Margaret Dawson. Lady Ludlow epitomizes the unwillingness of the old English gentry to accept the progression of social reform and technology, such as education for the poor and religious leniency. She reminisces about her friends in the French revolution and tries to protect and guide the numerous young ladies she has taken under her care. [Summary by Rosie]<p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/my-lady-ludlow-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
novella acclaimed elizabeth gaskell follows reminiscences life aristocratic lady ludlow told eyes one charges young margaret dawson lady ludlow epitomizes unwillingness old english gentry accept progression social reform technology education poor religious leniency reminisces friends french revolution tries protect guide numerous young ladies taken care summary rosie p |
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5304 |
5830 |
Algonquin Legends of New England or Myths and Folk Lore of the Micmac, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot Tribes |
Charles Godfrey Leland |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction |
This work, then, contains a collection of the myths, legends, and folk-lore of the principal Wabanaki, or Northeastern Algonquin, Indians; that is to say, of the Passamaquoddies and Penobscots of Maine, and of the Micmacs of New Brunswick. All of this material was gathered directly from Indian narrators, the greater part by myself, the rest by a few friends; in fact, I can give the name of the aboriginal authority for every tale except one. (Summary by Charles Godfrey Leland)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-algonquin-legends-of-new-england-or-myths-and-folk-lore-of-the-micmac-passamaquoddy-and-penobscot-tribes-by-charles-godfrey-le |
work then contains collection myths legends folk lore principal wabanaki northeastern algonquin indians say passamaquoddies penobscots maine micmacs new brunswick material gathered directly indian narrators greater part myself rest friends fact give name aboriginal authority every tale except one summary charles godfrey leland p |
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5305 |
5831 |
Tono-Bungay |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction |
<i>Tono-Bungay</i> is a realist semi-autobiographical novel. It is narrated by George Ponderevo, a science student who is drafted in to help with the promotion of Tono-Bungay, a harmful stimulant disguised as a miraculous cure-all, the creation of his uncle Edward. The quack remedy Tono-Bungay seems to have been based upon the patent medicines Carter's Little Liver Pills and Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People.... As the tonic prospers, George experiences a swift rise in social status, elevating him to riches and opportunities that he had never imagined, nor indeed desired. The novel displays Edward's social climbing satirically, and also George's discomfort at rising in social class. The hero's personal life is narrated with unusual frankness for an Edwardian novel.... The empire eventually overextends itself and then collapses. George tries unsuccessfully to save his uncle and eventually ends up designing battleships for the highest bidder. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/tono-bungay-by-h-g-wells/ |
i tono bungay i realist semi autobiographical novel narrated george ponderevo science student drafted help promotion tono bungay harmful stimulant disguised miraculous cure all creation uncle edward quack remedy tono bungay seems based upon patent medicines carter s little liver pills dr williams pink pills pale people tonic prospers george experiences swift rise social status elevating riches opportunities never imagined indeed desired novel displays edward s social climbing satirically also george s discomfort rising social class hero s personal life narrated unusual frankness edwardian novel empire eventually overextends collapses george tries unsuccessfully save uncle eventually ends designing battleships highest bidder summary wikipedia p |
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5306 |
5832 |
Kermis der IJdelheid |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Literary Fiction |
"Vanity Fair: A Novel without a Hero" is een in de jaren 1847-1848 gepubliceerde roman van William Makepeace Thackeray, een satire over de vroege 19e-eeuwse Engelse samenleving. Zoals in die tijd gebruikelijk was, verscheen de roman eerst in een (20-delige) serie als feuilleton in een tijdschrift.<BR><BR>\nVanitas Vanitatum. Wie van ons is gelukkig in deze wereld? Wie van ons heeft wat hij verlangt?, of zoo hij het heeft wie is voldaan?<BR>\n(Samenvatting geschreven door nl.Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/de-kermis-der-ijdelheid-door-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
vanity fair novel without hero een de jaren 1847 1848 gepubliceerde roman van william makepeace thackeray een satire de vroege 19e eeuwse engelse samenleving zoals die tijd gebruikelijk was verscheen de roman eerst een 20 delige serie als feuilleton een tijdschrift br br vanitas vanitatum wie van ons gelukkig deze wereld wie van ons heeft wat hij verlangt zoo hij het heeft wie voldaan br samenvatting geschreven door nl wikipedia p |
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5337 |
5867 |
Makers of Canada: Champlain |
Narcisse-Eutropee Dionne |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>A biography of Samuel de Champlain, French explorer, founder of Quebec, and father of New France. ( Summary by Cathy Barratt )</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-makers-of-canada-champlain-by-n-e-dionne/ |
p a biography samuel de champlain french explorer founder quebec father new france summary cathy barratt p |
| 5344 |
5307 |
5833 |
Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir, volume 1 |
Camilo Castelo Branco |
Satire |
Camilo Castelo Branco foi o primeiro escritor português a conseguir viver dos seus trabalhos literários. Apesar desta situação poder condicionar a sua escrita, Camilo conseguiu manter o seu estilo muito próprio que o levou a ser considerado um dos mais importantes escritores da literatura portuguesa. Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir, trata-se de uma colecção de doze volumes, de publicação mensal, em que Camilo Castelo Branco apresenta pequenos textos sobre variadas temáticas e que, segundo o próprio, foram inspirados nas suas muitas noites de insónia. ( Resumo por sailormoon )</p> |
Portuguese |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/noites-de-insomnia-offerecidas-a-quem-nao-pode-dormir-volume-1-by-camilo-castelo-branco/ |
camilo castelo branco foi primeiro escritor português conseguir viver dos seus trabalhos literários apesar desta situação poder condicionar sua escrita camilo conseguiu manter seu estilo muito próprio que levou ser considerado um dos mais importantes escritores da literatura portuguesa noites de insomnia offerecidas quem não póde dormir trata se de uma colecção de doze volumes de publicação mensal em que camilo castelo branco apresenta pequenos textos sobre variadas temáticas e que segundo próprio foram inspirados nas suas muitas noites de insónia resumo por sailormoon p |
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5308 |
5834 |
Jewish State |
Theodor Herzl |
Political Science |
Read in English, this is a pivotal document in the history of Zionism and the State of Israel. Herzl designed this work to elevate the discussion of "the Jewish Question" so it would "no longer take the form of violent abuse or sentimental vindication but of a debate, practical, large, earnest, and political." While few of Herzl's proposals were actually carried out, the importance of A JEWISH STATE was in the groundswell of support for a Jewish homeland engendered by its solutions to the practical problems of establishing a new state. In the words of a contemporary, "[Herzl] made it seem possible." Benjamin Ze’ev Herzl (1860-1904) was a Hungarian writer, political economist, and Jewish activist. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-jewish-state-by-theodor-herzl/ |
read english pivotal document history zionism state israel herzl designed work elevate discussion the jewish question would no longer take form violent abuse sentimental vindication debate practical large earnest political herzl s proposals actually carried out importance jewish state groundswell support jewish homeland engendered solutions practical problems establishing new state words contemporary herzl made seem possible benjamin ze ev herzl 1860 1904 hungarian writer political economist jewish activist summary adrian praetzellis p |
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5309 |
5835 |
White Devil |
John Webster |
Tragedy |
John Webster's <i>The White Devil</i> (1612) is a Jacobean revenge tragedy, replete with adultery, murder, ghosts, and violence. The Duke of Brachiano and Vittoria Corombona decide to kill their spouses, Isabella and Camillo, in order to be together, aided by the crafty and ambitious Flamineo, Vittoria's brother. Their actions prompt vows of revenge from Isabella's brother Francisco, the Duke of Florence, and Count Lodovico, who was secretly in love with her. The title refers to the early modern proverb that "the white devil is worse than the black," indicating the hypocrisy practiced by many of the characters in the play. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Lodovico: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Antonelli/Conjurer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Gasparo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>Brachiano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Vittoria Corombona: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Flamineo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Camillo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>Cornelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>Zanche: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Francisco De Medici: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Isabella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Giovanni: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Marcello: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Monticelso: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Doctor/English Ambassador: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lawyer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>French Ambassador/Hortensio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Servant/Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Matron/Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1612 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-devil-by-john-webster/ |
john webster s i the white devil i 1612 jacobean revenge tragedy replete adultery murder ghosts violence duke brachiano vittoria corombona decide kill spouses isabella camillo order together aided crafty ambitious flamineo vittoria s brother actions prompt vows revenge isabella s brother francisco duke florence count lodovico secretly love her title refers early modern proverb the white devil worse black indicating hypocrisy practiced many characters play summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br lodovico a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br antonelli conjurer a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br gasparo a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br brachiano a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br vittoria corombona a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br flamineo a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br camillo a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br cornelia a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br zanche a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br francisco de medici a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br isabella a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br giovanni a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br marcello a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br monticelso a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br doctor english ambassador a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lawyer a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br french ambassador hortensio a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br servant page a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br matron woman a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5310 |
5836 |
Tip Lewis and His Lamp |
Pansy |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
Tip Lewis is a mischievous, unpromising scamp. One Sunday, a visiting Sunday school teacher tells his mission class how her minister had grown up in similarly bad circumstances, but had decided to follow God and had never regretted it. Tip decides to try to BE somebody, like that minister did. He is given a Bible - his lamp - to use as a guide, and from there, his life begins to change. (Introduction by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/tip-lewis-and-his-lamp-by-pansy/ |
tip lewis mischievous unpromising scamp one sunday visiting sunday school teacher tells mission class minister grown similarly bad circumstances decided follow god never regretted it tip decides try somebody like minister did given bible lamp use guide there life begins change introduction triciag p |
| 5348 |
5311 |
5837 |
Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar |
George Bethune English |
War & Military, Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
As a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps during the War of 1812 assigned to Marine Corps headquarters, English sailed to the Mediterranean, and was among the first citizens of the United States known to have visited Egypt. Shortly after arriving in Egypt he resigned his commission, converted to Islam and joined Isma'il Pasha in an expedition up the Nile River against Sennar in 1820, winning distinction as an officer of artillery. He published his Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar (London 1822) regarding his exploits. (Introduction adapted by obform from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/an-narrative-of-the-expedition-to-dongola-and-sennaar-by-george-bethune-english/ |
second lieutenant united states marine corps war 1812 assigned marine corps headquarters english sailed mediterranean among first citizens united states known visited egypt shortly arriving egypt resigned commission converted islam joined isma il pasha expedition nile river sennar 1820 winning distinction officer artillery published narrative expedition dongola sennaar london 1822 regarding exploits introduction adapted obform wikipedia p |
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5312 |
5838 |
Zip, the Adventures of a Frisky Fox Terrier |
Frances Trego Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Zip, a little fox terrier, lives in the town of Maplewood in the house of his owner, Dr. Elsworth. Each day when Dr. Elsworth drives his carriage to visit his patients, Zip goes along with him so that he can keep the doctor company and, most importantly, visit with the other animals in the town. Zip likes to find out all the latest news so that he can tell it to his best friend, Tabby the cat, who also lives with Dr. Elsworth. However, he also finds himself getting into mischief, whether it's trying to solve a burglary, sneaking fried chicken from a picnic, getting stuck in a stovepipe or fighting with Peter-Kins the monkey. Zip is one dog who never has a dull day. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/zip-the-adventures-of-a-frisky-fox-terrier-by-frances-trego-montgomery/ |
zip little fox terrier lives town maplewood house owner dr elsworth day dr elsworth drives carriage visit patients zip goes along keep doctor company and importantly visit animals town zip likes find latest news tell best friend tabby cat also lives dr elsworth however also finds getting mischief whether trying solve burglary sneaking fried chicken picnic getting stuck stovepipe fighting peter kins monkey zip one dog never dull day summary lee ann howlett p |
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5313 |
5839 |
Mardi Vol. 1 |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
"Not long ago, having published two narratives of voyages in the Pacific, which, in many quarters, were received with incredulity, the thought occurred to me, of indeed writing a romance of Polynesian adventure, and publishing it as such; to see whether, the fiction might not, possibly, be received for a verity: in some degree the reverse of my previous experience...This thought was the germ of others, which have resulted in Mardi" (Herman Melville, Preface). |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/mardi-vol-1-by-herman-melville/ |
not long ago published two narratives voyages pacific which many quarters received incredulity thought occurred me indeed writing romance polynesian adventure publishing such see whether fiction might not possibly received verity degree reverse previous experience this thought germ others resulted mardi herman melville preface |
| 5351 |
5314 |
5840 |
Marge Askinforit |
Barry Pain |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A rollicking parody of the Margot Asquith memoirs, in which Pain's character, Marge, beguiles us with the most personal details of her dysfunctional family, and delights in relating every cringing, if not wholly accurate, minutiae of her exciting private life. (Summary by Nigel Boydell) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/marge-askinforit-by-barry-pain/ |
rollicking parody margot asquith memoirs pain s character marge beguiles us personal details dysfunctional family delights relating every cringing wholly accurate minutiae exciting private life summary nigel boydell p |
| 5352 |
5315 |
5841 |
Prairie Sunset |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of A Prairie Sunset by Walt Whitman. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 28, 2011.<br><br>Walt Whitman has been claimed as America's first "poet of democracy", a title meant to reflect his ability to write in a singularly American character. A British friend of Walt Whitman, Mary Smith Whitall Costelloe, wrote: "You cannot really understand America without Walt Whitman, without Leaves of Grass... He has expressed that civilization, 'up to date,' as he would say, and no student of the philosophy of history can do without him." (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/a-prairie-sunset-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings prairie sunset walt whitman weekly poetry project august 28 2011 br br walt whitman claimed america s first poet democracy title meant reflect ability write singularly american character british friend walt whitman mary smith whitall costelloe wrote you cannot really understand america without walt whitman without leaves grass expressed civilization up date would say student philosophy history without him summary wikipedia p |
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5316 |
5842 |
Notre Dame |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Auch bekannt als 'Der Glöckner von Notre-Dame'. Der Roman beinhaltet mehrere Handlungsstränge, die nach und nach ineinanderfließen und ein buntes und vielseitiges Bild des französischen Spätmittelalters mit all seinen Bevölkerungsschichten zeichnen. Die Geschichte vom missgestalteten Glöckner Quasimodo, der sich in die schöne Zigeunerin Esmeralda verliebt, ist nur einer dieser Stränge.<br>\nDer Poet und Philosoph Peter Gringoire bildet den ständigen Begleiter in den einzelnen Teilen und verleiht beim Lesen der Handlung durch seine eigenen Ansichten, seine Überlebensstrategien und sein Auftreten als Antiheld einen ironischen, ihr eigenen Humor. (Zusammenfassung aus Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/notre-dame-by-victor-hugo/ |
auch bekannt als der glöckner von notre dame der roman beinhaltet mehrere handlungsstränge die nach und nach ineinanderfließen und ein buntes und vielseitiges bild des französischen spätmittelalters mit seinen bevölkerungsschichten zeichnen die geschichte vom missgestalteten glöckner quasimodo der sich die schöne zigeunerin esmeralda verliebt ist nur einer dieser stränge br der poet und philosoph peter gringoire bildet den ständigen begleiter den einzelnen teilen und verleiht beim lesen der handlung durch seine eigenen ansichten seine überlebensstrategien und sein auftreten als antiheld einen ironischen ihr eigenen humor zusammenfassung aus wikipedia p |
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5317 |
5843 |
Life of Reason volume 2 |
George Santayana |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Life of Reason, subtitled "the Phases of Human Progress", is a book published in five volumes from 1905 to 1906, by Spanish-born American philosopher George Santayana (1863-1952). It consists of Reason in Common Sense, Reason in Society, Reason in Religion, Reason in Art, and Reason in Science. The work is considered to be the most complete expression of Santayana's moral philosophy [...]. Santayana's philosophy is strongly influenced by the materialism of Democritus and the refined ethics of Aristotle, with a special emphasis on the natural development of ideal ends. The Life of Reason is sometimes considered to be one of the most poetic and well-written works of philosophy in Western history. To supply but a single example, the oft-quoted aphorism of Santayana's, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it," may be found on p. 284 of Reason in Common Sense. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-reason-volume-2-by-george-santayana/ |
life reason subtitled the phases human progress book published five volumes 1905 1906 spanish born american philosopher george santayana 1863 1952 consists reason common sense reason society reason religion reason art reason science work considered complete expression santayana s moral philosophy santayana s philosophy strongly influenced materialism democritus refined ethics aristotle special emphasis natural development ideal ends life reason sometimes considered one poetic well written works philosophy western history supply single example oft quoted aphorism santayana s those cannot remember past condemned repeat it may found p 284 reason common sense introduction wikipedia p |
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5318 |
5848 |
That Affair at Elizabeth |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />A detective novel set in turn-of-the-century New York City, in which a young lawyer plays the sleuth. Packed with plot twists (and the ubiquitous romantic complication, of course). (Summary by Cathy Barratt)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/that-affair-at-elizabeth-by-burton-e-stevenson/ |
br a detective novel set turn of the century new york city young lawyer plays sleuth packed plot twists and ubiquitous romantic complication course summary cathy barratt br br |
| 5356 |
5363 |
5894 |
If Winter Comes |
A. S. M. Hutchinson |
General Fiction, Romance |
If Winter Comes, was in many aspects ahead of its time, dealing with an unhappy marriage, eventual divorce, and an unwed mother who commits suicide. According to the New York Times, "If Winter Comes" was the best-selling book in the United States for all of 1922. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/if-winter-comes-by-a-s-m-hutchinson/ |
winter comes many aspects ahead time dealing unhappy marriage eventual divorce unwed mother commits suicide according new york times if winter comes best selling book united states 1922 summary wikipedia p |
| 5357 |
5319 |
5849 |
Black Star Passes |
John Wood Campbell. Jr. |
Science Fiction |
A sky pirate armed with superior weapons of his own invention... First contact with an alien race dangerous enough to threaten the safety of two planets... The arrival of an unseen dark sun whose attendant marauders aimed at the very end of civilization in this Solar System. These were the three challenges that tested the skill and minds of the brilliant team of scientist-astronauts Arcot, Wade, and Morey. Their initial adventures are a classic of science-fiction which first brought the name of their author, John W. Campbell, into prominence as a master of the inventive imagination. (Summary from book)<p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-star-passes-by-john-wood-campbell-jr/ |
sky pirate armed superior weapons invention first contact alien race dangerous enough threaten safety two planets arrival unseen dark sun whose attendant marauders aimed end civilization solar system three challenges tested skill minds brilliant team scientist astronauts arcot wade morey initial adventures classic science fiction first brought name author john w campbell prominence master inventive imagination summary book p |
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5320 |
5850 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 20) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 4 chapter 20 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-4-chapter-20-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 20 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
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5321 |
5851 |
Short Poetry Collection 100 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2011.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-100/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers september 2011 br br |
| 5360 |
5322 |
5852 |
Of the Love of God |
Saint Francis de Sales |
Christianity - Other |
Francis de Sales (1567-1622), Bishop of Geneva from 1602, was a renowned spiritual director who produced two classic guidebooks for earthly wayfarers on their spiritual journey to God: Introduction a la vie devote (Introduction to the Devout Life, 1609) and Traite' de l'amour de Dieu (Treatise on the Love of God, or Of the Love of God, 1616). In the Introduction to the Devout Life, Francis shows how anyone, whatever his or her calling or station in life, can strive for and achieve a life a piety and devotion to God. It is filled with commonsense spiritual wisdom. Of the Love of God is a more detailed manual for those who are already somewhat advanced on their spiritual journey and are under the care of a personal spiritual director. In this work, he describes the nature of divine love (Bk. II), the manner in which love is perfected in the lover (Bk. III), and the ways in which love can be diminished or lost (Bk. IV). He explains that divine love operates in the soul by acts of complacency and benevolence (Bk. V) and shows how this love is practiced through prayer and meditation (Bk. VI). Divine love, perfected by prayer, leads to union with God (Bk. VII), conformity of the soul's will with the divine will (Bk. VIII), submission to the will of God (Bk. IX), and love of God above all created things (Bk. X). He illustrates how the virtues operate in a soul that has reached this spiritual plateau (Bk. XI) and concludes by offering practical counsels on how best to journey on the road to eternal union with God (Bk. XII). Because of Saint Francis's keen spiritual insights and theological rectitude, Pope Pius IX in 1877 declared him a doctor of the Catholic Church. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/of-the-love-of-God-by-saint-francis-de-sales/ |
francis de sales 1567 1622 bishop geneva 1602 renowned spiritual director produced two classic guidebooks earthly wayfarers spiritual journey god introduction la vie devote introduction devout life 1609 traite de l amour de dieu treatise love god love god 1616 introduction devout life francis shows anyone whatever calling station life strive achieve life piety devotion god filled commonsense spiritual wisdom love god detailed manual already somewhat advanced spiritual journey care personal spiritual director work describes nature divine love bk ii manner love perfected lover bk iii ways love diminished lost bk iv explains divine love operates soul acts complacency benevolence bk v shows love practiced prayer meditation bk vi divine love perfected prayer leads union god bk vii conformity soul s divine bk viii submission god bk ix love god created things bk x illustrates virtues operate soul reached spiritual plateau bk xi concludes offering practical counsels best journey road eternal union god bk xii saint francis s keen spiritual insights theological rectitude pope pius ix 1877 declared doctor catholic church introduction dave7 p |
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5323 |
5853 |
With Frederick The Great: A Story of the Seven Years' War |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Among the great wars of history there are few, if any, instances of so long and successfully sustained a struggle, against enormous odds, as that of the Seven Years' War, maintained by Prussia--then a small and comparatively insignificant kingdom--against Russia, Austria, and France simultaneously, who were aided also by the forces of most of the minor principalities of Germany. The population of Prussia was not more than five millions, while that of the Allies considerably exceeded a hundred millions. Prussia could put, with the greatest efforts, but a hundred and fifty thousand men into the field, and as these were exhausted she had but small reserves to draw upon; while the Allies could, with comparatively little difficulty, put five hundred thousand men into the field, and replenish them as there was occasion. That the struggle was successfully carried on, for seven years, was due chiefly to the military genius of the king; to his indomitable perseverance; and to a resolution that no disaster could shake, no situation, although apparently hopeless, appall. Something was due also, at the commencement of the war, to the splendid discipline of the Prussian army at that time; but as comparatively few of those who fought at Lobositz could have stood in the ranks at Torgau, the quickness of the Prussian people to acquire military discipline must have been great; and this was aided by the perfect confidence they felt in their king, and the enthusiasm with which he inspired them. ( Summary by G .A .Henty )<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/with-frederick-the-great-a-story-of-the-seven-years-war-by-g-a-henty/ |
among great wars history few any instances long successfully sustained struggle enormous odds seven years war maintained prussia then small comparatively insignificant kingdom against russia austria france simultaneously aided also forces minor principalities germany population prussia five millions allies considerably exceeded hundred millions prussia could put greatest efforts hundred fifty thousand men field exhausted small reserves draw upon allies could comparatively little difficulty put five hundred thousand men field replenish occasion struggle successfully carried on seven years due chiefly military genius king indomitable perseverance resolution disaster could shake situation although apparently hopeless appall something due also commencement war splendid discipline prussian army time comparatively fought lobositz could stood ranks torgau quickness prussian people acquire military discipline must great aided perfect confidence felt king enthusiasm inspired them summary g a henty p |
| 5362 |
5324 |
5854 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 015 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-015-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 5363 |
5325 |
5855 |
Lure of the Labrador Wild |
Dillon Wallace |
Exploration |
The Lure Of The Labrador Wild is a account of a expedition by Leonidas Hubbard, an adventurer and journalist to canoe the system Naskaupi River - Lake Michikamau in Labrador and George River in Quebec. His companions on this journey were his friend, New York lawyer Dillon Wallace and an Indian guide from Missannabie, George Elson. From the start, the expedition was beset with mistakes and problems. Instead of ascending the Naskaupi River, by mistake they followed the shallow Susan Brook. After hard long portaging and almost reaching Lake Michikamau, with food supplies running out, on September 15 at Windbound lake, they decided to turn back. On October 18, Wallace and Elson went in a search of cached store of flour, leaving Hubbard behind in a tent. Hubbard died of exhaustion and starvation on either same or next day. Wallace got lost in the snowstorm, while Elson, after a week of bushwhacking, building raft to cross swollen rivers (with no ax), reached the nearest occupied cabin. A search party found Wallace alive on October 30, 1903.( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-lure-of-the-labrador-wild-by-dillon-wallace/ |
lure labrador wild account expedition leonidas hubbard adventurer journalist canoe system naskaupi river lake michikamau labrador george river quebec companions journey friend new york lawyer dillon wallace indian guide missannabie george elson start expedition beset mistakes problems instead ascending naskaupi river mistake followed shallow susan brook hard long portaging almost reaching lake michikamau food supplies running out september 15 windbound lake decided turn back october 18 wallace elson went search cached store flour leaving hubbard behind tent hubbard died exhaustion starvation either next day wallace got lost snowstorm elson week bushwhacking building raft cross swollen rivers with ax reached nearest occupied cabin search party found wallace alive october 30 1903 summary wikipedia p |
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5370 |
5901 |
Road to Understanding |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Family Life, Romance |
"If Burke Denby had not been given all the frosted cakes and toy shotguns he wanted at the age of ten, it might not have been so difficult to convince him at the age of twenty that he did not want to marry Helen Barnet."<br/><br/>"Of course the inevitable happened. However near two roads may be at the start, if they diverge ever so slightly and keep straight ahead, there is bound to be in time all the world between them. In the case of Burke and Helen, their roads never started together at all: they merely crossed; and at the crossing came the wedding. They were miles apart at the start—miles apart in tastes, traditions, and environment. In one respect only were they alike: undisciplined self-indulgence—a likeness that meant only added differences when it came to the crossing; and that made it all the more nearly impossible to merge those two diverging roads into one wide way leading straight on to wedded happiness." (From the book)<br/><br/>This all sounds complicated. This complicated situation is conveyed to us by the couple and some of their friends. However, more complications rise when a daughter is caught in the middle - a clever and wonderful girl who had to endure a sad and bitter life: live with her abnormal mother and be employed by her father, without knowing it's him. Her parents know what's best for her, but does Betty know what's best for herself? Will Betty be able to forgive her parents? (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-to-understanding-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
if burke denby given frosted cakes toy shotguns wanted age ten might difficult convince age twenty want marry helen barnet br br of course inevitable happened however near two roads may start diverge ever slightly keep straight ahead bound time world them case burke helen roads never started together all merely crossed crossing came wedding miles apart start miles apart tastes traditions environment one respect alike undisciplined self indulgence a likeness meant added differences came crossing made nearly impossible merge two diverging roads one wide way leading straight wedded happiness from book br br this sounds complicated complicated situation conveyed us couple friends however complications rise daughter caught middle clever wonderful girl endure sad bitter life live abnormal mother employed father without knowing him parents know what s best her betty know what s best herself betty able forgive parents summary stav nisser p |
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5326 |
5856 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. Matthew |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
“Expository Thoughts” divides the Gospels into sections of about twelve verses each, from which J. C. Ryle selects two or three prominent points to dwell on and bring to the reader’s attention. In Ryle’s day, there were many detailed commentaries and expositions on scripture. In writing these “Expository Thoughts”, Ryle aimed to offer a resource to the laity for use in family prayers, as an aid to those who visit the sick and desire a proper book to read on such occasions, and for private devotions for those whose callings and engagements make it impossible for them to read large commentaries. Rev. Ryle offered this first volume on the Gospel of St. Matthew “with an earnest prayer, that it may tend to the promotion of pure and undefiled religion, help to extend the knowledge of Christ, and be a humble instrument in aid of the glorious work of converting and edifying immortal souls.” (Introduction by MaryAnn)\n<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1<br/><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/ |
expository thoughts divides gospels sections twelve verses each j c ryle selects two three prominent points dwell bring reader s attention ryle s day many detailed commentaries expositions scripture writing expository thoughts ryle aimed offer resource laity use family prayers aid visit sick desire proper book read occasions private devotions whose callings engagements make impossible read large commentaries rev ryle offered first volume gospel st matthew with earnest prayer may tend promotion pure undefiled religion help extend knowledge christ humble instrument aid glorious work converting edifying immortal souls introduction maryann br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 br br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
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5327 |
5857 |
Magician |
W. Somerset Maugham |
General Fiction |
The Magician is a novel by British author W. Somerset Maugham, originally published in 1908. In this tale, the magician Oliver Haddo, a caricature of Aleister Crowley, attempts to create life. Crowley wrote a critique of this book under the pen name Oliver Haddo, where he accused Maugham of plagiarism. Maugham wrote The Magician in London, after he had spent some time living in Paris, where he met Aleister Crowley. The novel was later republished with a foreword by Maugham entitled A Fragment of Autobiography. (Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-magician-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
magician novel british author w somerset maugham originally published 1908 tale magician oliver haddo caricature aleister crowley attempts create life crowley wrote critique book pen name oliver haddo accused maugham plagiarism maugham wrote magician london spent time living paris met aleister crowley novel later republished foreword maugham entitled fragment autobiography wikipedia p |
| 5367 |
5328 |
5858 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 06 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the sixth of sixteen volumes translated by Richard Francis Burton. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-arabian-nights-volume-06-by-richard-francis-burton/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes sixth sixteen volumes translated richard francis burton summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 5368 |
5329 |
5859 |
Ballad of the Canal |
Phoebe Cary |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Ballad of the Canal by Phoebe Cary. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 4, 2011.<br><br>Phoebe Cary was an American poet, and the younger sister of poet Alice Cary (1820–1871). The sisters co-published poems in 1849, and then each went on to publish volumes of her own. After their deaths in 1871, joint anthologies of the sisters' unpublished poems were also compiled.(Summary by Wikipedia)<br>This poem is a parody of "Ballad of the Tempest" by James T. Field </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ballad-of-the-canal-by-phoebe-cary/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings ballad canal phoebe cary fortnightly poetry project september 4 2011 br br phoebe cary american poet younger sister poet alice cary 1820 1871 sisters co published poems 1849 went publish volumes own deaths 1871 joint anthologies sisters unpublished poems also compiled summary wikipedia br this poem parody ballad tempest james t field p |
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5330 |
5860 |
בגנים In the Gardens |
אורי ניסן גנסין Uri Nissan Gnessin |
Short Stories |
Uri Nissan Gnessin was born in Starodub, where his father was a rabbi. He left home at an early age, and moving from one yeshiva to the another, he developed a life-long friendship with a fellow Hebrew modernist author, Yosef Haim Brenner. His first published text was in 1904. In 1906 he co-founded the Hebrew language publishing house "Nisyonot" (Attempts), and after moving to London in 1907, he co-edited (with Brenner) Ha'Meorer, a Hebrew periodical. Following that he moved to Palestine but returned to Russia in 1908. Later he settled in Warsaw, where he died in 1913 of a heart attack. Gnessin wrote in a unique style of prose that was notable for its expressionistic language. Several Israeli literary scholars, such as Dan Miron and Gershon Shaked, wrote about his work, especially about the short story "BaGanim" (In the Gardens) which is about incest between a father and his intellectually disabled daughter. (Summary following Wikipedia)</p> |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-gardens-by-uri-nissan-gnessin/ |
uri nissan gnessin born starodub father rabbi left home early age moving one yeshiva another developed life long friendship fellow hebrew modernist author yosef haim brenner first published text 1904 1906 co founded hebrew language publishing house nisyonot attempts moving london 1907 co edited with brenner ha meorer hebrew periodical following moved palestine returned russia 1908 later settled warsaw died 1913 heart attack gnessin wrote unique style prose notable expressionistic language several israeli literary scholars dan miron gershon shaked wrote work especially short story baganim in gardens incest father intellectually disabled daughter summary following wikipedia p |
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5331 |
5861 |
Grandma's Prayer |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Grandma's Prayer by Eugene Field . This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 4, 2011.<br><br>Eugene Field, Sr. was an American writer, best known for his children's poetry and humorous essays. He first started publishing poetry in 1879, when his poem "Christmas Treasures" appeared in A Little Book of Western Verse. Over a dozen volumes of poetry followed and he became well known for his light-hearted poems for children, perhaps the most famous of which is "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod." (Summary from Wikipedia)<br>*This poem taken from the Yale Book of American Verse. (1912). Thomas R. Lounsbury, ed. (1838–1915)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/grandmas-prayer-by-eugene-field/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings grandma s prayer eugene field weekly poetry project september 4 2011 br br eugene field sr american writer best known children s poetry humorous essays first started publishing poetry 1879 poem christmas treasures appeared little book western verse dozen volumes poetry followed became well known light hearted poems children perhaps famous wynken blynken nod summary wikipedia br this poem taken yale book american verse 1912 thomas r lounsbury ed 1838 1915 p |
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5332 |
5862 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 05: La Mosca |
Luigi Pirandello |
Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. La quinta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1923. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo [a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/"]Volontari del Libro[/a] di aNobii.</p> |
Italian |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-5-la-mosca-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 la quinta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1923 riassunto di filippo gioachin questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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5333 |
5863 |
Ten Years Later |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
After <i>The Three Muskateers</i> and <i>Twenty Years After</i> the adventurous story of Athos, Porthos, Aramis and D'Artagnan continues!<br><br><i>The Vicomte of Bragelonne: Ten Years Later</i> (French: <i>Le Vicomte de Bragelonne ou Dix ans plus tard</i>) is the last of the Musketeer novels. It is usually divided into four volumes and this second volume contains chapters 76-140. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/ten-years-later-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
i the three muskateers i i twenty years after i adventurous story athos porthos aramis d artagnan continues br br i the vicomte bragelonne ten years later i french i le vicomte de bragelonne ou dix ans plus tard i last musketeer novels usually divided four volumes second volume contains chapters 76 140 summary diana majlinger p |
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5334 |
5864 |
Secret Places of the Heart |
H. G. Wells |
Published 1900 onward |
<br />Richard Hardy, a member of the British gentry, tries to resolve problems in his marriage as he travels with a psychiatrist. The book is to a great extent autobiographical. H. G. had read some brillliantly composed articles by a writer who wrote under the name Rebecca West. In one piece she called H. G. "pseudo-scientific." He contacted her and asked what she meant. When they met for lunch, it was the beginning of a very intense and volatile relationship. Soon she was pregnant, so he divided his time between her and his wife Jane with their two sons. After World War I, Rebecca became more demanding. She wanted him to divorce Jane. Finally, in 1923 Wells told Rebecca she should either get serious about her writing or break off their relationship. The criticism stung her. After a speaking tour in the U.S., she returned newly independent, and the two went their separate ways. In this novel H. G. based the character Martin on Rebecca, who both mesmerized and repelled him. (Summary by Bill Boerst)<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/secret-places-of-the-heart-by-h-g-wells/ |
br richard hardy member british gentry tries resolve problems marriage travels psychiatrist book great extent autobiographical h g read brillliantly composed articles writer wrote name rebecca west one piece called h g pseudo scientific contacted asked meant met lunch beginning intense volatile relationship soon pregnant divided time wife jane two sons world war i rebecca became demanding wanted divorce jane finally 1923 wells told rebecca either get serious writing break relationship criticism stung her speaking tour u s returned newly independent two went separate ways novel h g based character martin rebecca mesmerized repelled him summary bill boerst br br |
| 5374 |
5335 |
5865 |
Nobel Prize in 1908 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Science |
The Nobel Prizes are international awards bestowed once a year by Scandinavian committees for cultural and scientific advances. They were established in 1895 by the Swedish chemist Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite. The prizes in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, and Peace were first awarded in 1901.<br><br>The Laureats of 1908 were:<br><b>in Physics:</b> <i>Gabriel Lippmann (1845 - 1921)</i> for "his method of reproducing colours photographically based on the phenomenon of interference";<br><b>in Chemistry:</b> <i>Ernest Rutherford (1871 - 1937)</i> for "his investigations into the disintegration of the elements, and the chemistry of radioactive substances";<br><b>in Physiology or Medicine:</b> <i>Ilya Ilyich Mechnikoff (1845 - 1916)</i> and <i>Paul Ehrlich (1854-1915)</i> "in recognition of their work on immunity";<br><b>in Literature:</b> <i>Rudolf Christoph Eucken (1846 - 1926)</i> "in recognition of his earnest search for truth, his penetrating power of thought, his wide range of vision, and the warmth and strength in presentation with which in his numerous works he has vindicated and developed an idealistic philosophy of life";<br><b>in Peace:</b> <i>Klas Pontus Arnoldson (1844 - 1916)</i> and <i>Fredrik Bajer (1837 - 1922)</i>.<br><br> This multilingual collection (in Danish, English, French, German, and Swedish) contains the presentation speeches for the Laureats, their biographies, as well as the "Nobel lectures" by the Laureats. (Summary by Availle and Wikipedia)</p> |
Multilingual |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-nobel-prize-in-1908-by-various/ |
nobel prizes international awards bestowed year scandinavian committees cultural scientific advances established 1895 swedish chemist alfred nobel inventor dynamite prizes physics chemistry physiology medicine literature peace first awarded 1901 br br the laureats 1908 were br b in physics b i gabriel lippmann 1845 1921 i his method reproducing colours photographically based phenomenon interference br b in chemistry b i ernest rutherford 1871 1937 i his investigations disintegration elements chemistry radioactive substances br b in physiology medicine b i ilya ilyich mechnikoff 1845 1916 i i paul ehrlich 1854 1915 i in recognition work immunity br b in literature b i rudolf christoph eucken 1846 1926 i in recognition earnest search truth penetrating power thought wide range vision warmth strength presentation numerous works vindicated developed idealistic philosophy life br b in peace b i klas pontus arnoldson 1844 1916 i i fredrik bajer 1837 1922 i br br multilingual collection in danish english french german swedish contains presentation speeches laureats biographies well nobel lectures laureats summary availle wikipedia p |
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5336 |
5866 |
Montezuma's Castle and Other Weird Tales |
Charles B. Cory |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction |
This is a collection of weird tales inspired from the natural history expeditions of the author, an independently wealthy bird collector, Olympic golfer, writer of many books on birds of the world, and, as evidenced in these pages, a fine storyteller to boot. (Summary by A. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/montezumas-castle-and-other-weird-tales-by-charles-b-cory/ |
collection weird tales inspired natural history expeditions author independently wealthy bird collector olympic golfer writer many books birds world and evidenced pages fine storyteller boot summary a gramour p |
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5338 |
5868 |
Lord of Death and the Queen of Life |
Homer Eon Flint |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
A doctor, an architect, an engineer, and a geologist step into a space car. In their new invention, they set off on an expediton to Mercury, planning to visit Venus on the return voyage. On Mercury they find a strange city eerily abandoned. Sculptures of giant figures alarm them. In a building they discover a machine. The engineer gets it running, and blaring out of the machine a thundering voice speaking Mercurian begins to sound in a way that conveys to them that it is telling a story. After an enormous effort the men translate the audio book. Here is the story translated from the Mercurian’s recording explaining what happened to him, and the story of the space travelers of what happened next. (Summary by A. Gramour)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-lord-of-death-and-the-queen-of-life-by-homer-eon-flint/ |
doctor architect engineer geologist step space car new invention set expediton mercury planning visit venus return voyage mercury find strange city eerily abandoned sculptures giant figures alarm them building discover machine engineer gets running blaring machine thundering voice speaking mercurian begins sound way conveys telling story enormous effort men translate audio book story translated mercurian s recording explaining happened him story space travelers happened next summary a gramour p |
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5339 |
5869 |
Book of Nonsense |
Edward Lear |
General |
In 1846 Lear published A Book of Nonsense, a volume of limericks that went through three editions and helped popularize the form. This book contains 112 of these funny, imaginative verses that have been well loved by many generations of children (and adults). ( Summary by Phil Chenevert )<p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-nonsense-by-edward-lear/ |
1846 lear published book nonsense volume limericks went three editions helped popularize form book contains 112 funny imaginative verses well loved many generations children and adults summary phil chenevert p |
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5340 |
5870 |
Sturdy Oak |
Various |
General Fiction |
At a certain committee meeting held in the spring of 1916, it was agreed that fourteen leading American authors, known to be extremely generous as well as gifted, should be asked to write a composite novel.\n\n...\n\nThird, to have the novel finished and published serially during the autumn Campaign of 1917.\n\nThe carrying out of these requirements has not been the childish diversion it may have seemed. Splendid team work, however, has made success possible.\n\nEvery author represented, every worker on the team, has gratuitously contributed his or her services; and every dollar realized by the serial and book publication of "The Sturdy Oak" will be devoted to the Suffrage Cause. But the novel itself is first of all a very human story of American life today. It neither unduly nor unfairly emphasizes the question of equal suffrage, and it should appeal to all lovers of good fiction. (Summary from the preface)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sturdy-oak-by-various/ |
certain committee meeting held spring 1916 agreed fourteen leading american authors known extremely generous well gifted asked write composite novel third novel finished published serially autumn campaign 1917 carrying requirements childish diversion may seemed splendid team work however made success possible every author represented every worker team gratuitously contributed services every dollar realized serial book publication the sturdy oak devoted suffrage cause novel first human story american life today neither unduly unfairly emphasizes question equal suffrage appeal lovers good fiction summary preface p |
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5341 |
5871 |
Triplanetary, First in the Lensman Series |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
Triplanetary was first serialized in Amazing Stories in 1934. After the Lensman series became popular, Smith took his Triplanetary story and turned it into the first of the Lensman series, using it as a prequel to give the back story for the protaganists in the Lensmen series. He added 6 new chapters, doubling it in size and it's really a different book from the serialized novel, being published 14 years after the first. It was put into Gutenberg just last year.</p><p>The novel covers several episodes in an eons-long eugenics project of the super-intelligences of the Arisia. This alien race is breeding two genetic lines to become the ultimate weapon in Arisia's cosmic war with their arch enemy, the Eddore. The initial chapters cover the Kinnison genetic line during the fall of Atlantis and Nero's (Gharlane of Eddore) reign in Rome. These tales were inserted into the novel following the serialized release, along with chapters covering members of the Kinnison line in World Wars One, Two and Three. The final chapter of Triplanetary tells of the discovery of the inertialess drive that allows faster than light travel. Patrolman Conway Costigan and his friends engage in a space battle with Gray Roger the pirate gangster. This conflict is complicated by the arrival of the technologically superior, extra-Solar, amphibian-like Nevians, resulting in the first interstellar war involving humans. In this story Virgil Samms and Roderick Kinnison, two very important members of the eugenics project, are introduced. They will play the leading roles in the next story, First Lensman. (Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/triplanetary-first-in-the-lensman-series-by-e-e-doc-smith/ |
triplanetary first serialized amazing stories 1934 lensman series became popular smith took triplanetary story turned first lensman series using prequel give back story protaganists lensmen series added 6 new chapters doubling size really different book serialized novel published 14 years first put gutenberg last year p p the novel covers several episodes eons long eugenics project super intelligences arisia alien race breeding two genetic lines become ultimate weapon arisia s cosmic war arch enemy eddore initial chapters cover kinnison genetic line fall atlantis nero s gharlane eddore reign rome tales inserted novel following serialized release along chapters covering members kinnison line world wars one two three final chapter triplanetary tells discovery inertialess drive allows faster light travel patrolman conway costigan friends engage space battle gray roger pirate gangster conflict complicated arrival technologically superior extra solar amphibian like nevians resulting first interstellar war involving humans story virgil samms roderick kinnison two important members eugenics project introduced play leading roles next story first lensman summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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5342 |
5872 |
Bible (KJV) 27: Daniel |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Daniel is a book in the Hebrew Bible. The book tells of how Daniel, a Judean exile at the court of Nebuchadnezzar II (605 to 562 BC), the ruler of Babylon, becomes a high government official and delivers various visions.<br/><br/>\nThe earliest manuscripts discovered, like the traditional Jewish version, are written partly in Hebrew and partly in Aramaic, and consist of a series of six third-person narratives (chapters one to six) followed by four apocalyptic visions in the first person (chapters seven to twelve). The narratives take the form of court tales which focus on tests of religious fidelity involving Daniel and his friends (chapters one, three and six), and Daniel's interpretation of royal dreams and visions (chapters two, four and five). In the second part of the book, Daniel recounts his own reception of dreams, visions and angelic interpretations. (Introduction from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/daniel-king-james-version/ |
book daniel book hebrew bible book tells daniel judean exile court nebuchadnezzar ii 605 562 bc ruler babylon becomes high government official delivers various visions br br earliest manuscripts discovered like traditional jewish version written partly hebrew partly aramaic consist series six third person narratives chapters one six followed four apocalyptic visions first person chapters seven twelve narratives take form court tales focus tests religious fidelity involving daniel friends chapters one three six daniel s interpretation royal dreams visions chapters two four five second part book daniel recounts reception dreams visions angelic interpretations introduction wikipedia p |
| 5381 |
5391 |
5924 |
Mystery Of Cloomber |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
<br />This novel is written by the author of, among other novels, the Stories of Sherlock Holmes. It is narrated by John Fothergill West, who tries to discover why the tenant of Cloomber Hall, General Heatherstone, is nervous to the point of being paranoid. Why are his fears becoming stronger every year at the fifth of October? And why doesn't he let his children leave home? This is a great mystery novel with a sharp twist at the end. (Summary by Wikipedia and Stav Nisser) <br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-cloomber-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
br this novel written author of among novels stories sherlock holmes narrated john fothergill west tries discover tenant cloomber hall general heatherstone nervous point paranoid fears becoming stronger every year fifth october let children leave home great mystery novel sharp twist end summary wikipedia stav nisser br br |
| 5382 |
5343 |
5873 |
How to Care for the Insane |
William D. Granger |
*Non-fiction, Medical, Psychology |
"The writer believes that all attendants should be regularly instructed in their duties, and the highest standard of care can be reached only when this is done. He also believes that every person who is allowed to care for the insane will be greatly benefited by such instruction, and will be able to learn every thing taught, if the teacher uses simple methods and is patient to instruct."<br/><br/>\n\nAs this manual was originally written in 1886, the basic medical instruction IS out-of-date and should not be used to diagnose any medical problem, nor should be used in the case of an emergency. It has been recorded for entertainment purposes only!<br/>\n\n(Summary from the Introduction and by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-care-for-the-insane-by-william-d-granger/ |
the writer believes attendants regularly instructed duties highest standard care reached done also believes every person allowed care insane greatly benefited instruction able learn every thing taught teacher uses simple methods patient instruct br br manual originally written 1886 basic medical instruction out of date used diagnose medical problem used case emergency recorded entertainment purposes only br summary introduction ann boulais p |
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5344 |
5874 |
Red Room |
August Strindberg |
General Fiction, Satire |
A young idealistic civil servant, Arvid Falk, leaves the drudgery of bureaucracy to become a journalist and author. As he explores various social activities — politics, publishing, theatre, philanthropy, and business — he finds more hypocrisy and corruption than he thought possible. He takes refuge with a group of "bohemians", who meet in a red dining room in Berns Salonger to discuss these matters. (Introduction adopted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-room-by-august-strindberg/ |
young idealistic civil servant arvid falk leaves drudgery bureaucracy become journalist author explores various social activities politics publishing theatre philanthropy business finds hypocrisy corruption thought possible takes refuge group bohemians meet red dining room berns salonger discuss matters introduction adopted wikipedia p |
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5345 |
5875 |
David Crockett: His Life and Adventures |
John Stevens Cabot Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
David "Davy" Crockett (August 17, 1786 – March 6, 1836) was a celebrated 19th century American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier and politician. He is commonly referred to in popular culture by the epithet “King of the Wild Frontier.” He represented Tennessee in the U.S. House of Representatives, served in the Texas Revolution, and died at the Battle of the Alamo. This narrative attempts faithfully to record the influences under which David Crockett was reared and the incidents of his wild and wondrous life. It begins with his ancestors' immigration to the American wilderness, his adventures among the Indians, his political career in Tennessee and beyond, and ending with his heroic stand at the Alamo. (Summary by Brett W. Downey)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/david-crockett-his-life-and-adventures-by-john-s-c-abbott/ |
david davy crockett august 17 1786 march 6 1836 celebrated 19th century american folk hero frontiersman soldier politician commonly referred popular culture epithet king wild frontier represented tennessee u s house representatives served texas revolution died battle alamo narrative attempts faithfully record influences david crockett reared incidents wild wondrous life begins ancestors immigration american wilderness adventures among indians political career tennessee beyond ending heroic stand alamo summary brett w downey p |
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5346 |
5876 |
Parva Naturalia |
Aristotle |
Philosophy, Ancient |
<p?Parva Naturalia [the "short treatises on nature" (a conventional Latin title first used by Giles of Rome)] is a collection of books by Aristotle, which discuss natural phenomena involving the body and the soul. The books are as follows: </p>\nI - On Sensation and the Sensible<br>\nII - On Memory and Recollection <br>\nIII - On Sleeping and Waking <br>\nIV - On Dreams <br>\nV - On Prophecy in Sleep <br>\nVI - On Longevity and Shortness of Life<br>\nVII - On Youth and Old Age, Life and Death <br>\nVIII - On Respiration ( Summary Adapted from Wikipedia )<br><br> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/parva-naturalia-by-aristotle/ |
p parva naturalia the short treatises nature a conventional latin title first used giles rome collection books aristotle discuss natural phenomena involving body soul books follows p sensation sensible br ii memory recollection br iii sleeping waking br iv dreams br v prophecy sleep br vi longevity shortness life br vii youth old age life death br viii respiration summary adapted wikipedia br br |
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5347 |
5877 |
James Watt |
Andrew Carnegie |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This biography of the inventor James Watt covers his early years, successes and failures, and legacy. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/james-watt-by-andrew-carnegie/ |
biography inventor james watt covers early years successes failures legacy summary bill boerst p |
| 5387 |
5348 |
5878 |
Boarded Up House |
Augusta Huiell Seaman |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
What is the secret of the old boarded up house? And what is the answer to the mystery of the long lost letter that is found in it? Best friends Joyce and Cynthia - along with their dog "Goliath", are determined to find out in this pre-Nancy Drew juvenile mystery for girls.<br><br>Augusta Huiell Seaman was the author of over 40 historical fiction and mystery novels for older children. (Summary by Maria Therese)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-boarded-up-house-by-augusta-huiell-seaman/ |
secret old boarded house answer mystery long lost letter found it best friends joyce cynthia along dog goliath determined find pre nancy drew juvenile mystery girls br br augusta huiell seaman author 40 historical fiction mystery novels older children summary maria therese p |
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5349 |
5879 |
Divine Cordial (All Things for Good) |
Thomas Watson |
Christianity - Other |
This book is an exposition of Romans 8:28: "We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." It was written in 1663, one year after Thomas Watson and many other Puritan ministers were forced out of their pulpits by the Act of Uniformity. Watson's book radiates comfort in the midst of suffering. Its content is equally applicable to Christians facing trials today. (Introduction by rosea)</p> |
English |
1663 |
https://librivox.org/a-divine-cordial-by-thomas-watson/ |
book exposition romans 8 28 we know things work together good love god called according purpose written 1663 one year thomas watson many puritan ministers forced pulpits act uniformity watson s book radiates comfort midst suffering content equally applicable christians facing trials today introduction rosea p |
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5405 |
5942 |
Bible (KJV) NT 02: Mark |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
Second Gospel or account of the ministry of Jesus of Nazareth in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. Commonly regarded as the first recorded gospel of Christ. (Summary by Simon)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/gospel-of-mark-king-james-version/ |
second gospel account ministry jesus nazareth new testament christian bible commonly regarded first recorded gospel christ summary simon p |
| 5390 |
5350 |
5880 |
Niels Holgersens wunderbare Reise mit den Wildgänsen – Zweiter Teil |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Action & Adventure |
Dies ist die Geschichte des 14-jährigen Niels Holgersen, der von einem Kobold, den er ärgert, selbst auf Koboldgröße geschrumpft wird. Mit der Hausgans Martin, die sich einem Schwarm Wildgänsen anschließt, fliegt er durch ganz Schweden bis zu den Brutgebieten der Gänse im nördlichen Lappland und wieder zurück. Unterwegs erlebt er viele Abenteuer, wird erwachsener und lernt im Umgang mit den Tieren, ein besserer Mensch zu sein. Dieses Buch ist ein Abenteuerroman und ein Entwicklungsroman, gleichermaßen ein Buch für Kinder und Erwachsene. Selma Lagerlöf erhielt wohl auch für den Niels Holgersen 1909 als erste Frau den Literaturnobelpreis.<br/>Dies ist der zweite von zwei Teilen. (Zusammenfassung von Sonja)</p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/niels-holgersens-wunderbare-reise-mit-den-wildgaensen-zweiter-teil-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
dies ist die geschichte des 14 jährigen niels holgersen der von einem kobold den er ärgert selbst auf koboldgröße geschrumpft wird mit der hausgans martin die sich einem schwarm wildgänsen anschließt fliegt er durch ganz schweden bis zu den brutgebieten der gänse im nördlichen lappland und wieder zurück unterwegs erlebt er viele abenteuer wird erwachsener und lernt im umgang mit den tieren ein besserer mensch zu sein dieses buch ist ein abenteuerroman und ein entwicklungsroman gleichermaßen ein buch für kinder und erwachsene selma lagerlöf erhielt wohl auch für den niels holgersen 1909 als erste frau den literaturnobelpreis br dies ist der zweite von zwei teilen zusammenfassung von sonja p |
| 5391 |
5351 |
5881 |
Old-Fashioned Fairy Book |
Constance Cary Harrison |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />"And now, mamma, until your tea is ready, we know what you must do," said the children, in a breath. "Tell us a story—a 'real, truly' fairy tale, about a giant and a dwarf, lots and lots of fairies, a prince and a beautiful princess with hair to her very feet, a champion with a magic sword, a dragon-chariot, a witch dressed in snake-skin—and, if you can, an ogre. Don't punish anybody but the witch and the ogre; and please don't have any moral, only let everybody 'live in peace and die in a pot of grease,' at the end of it." "To be sure, we know most of mamma's stories by heart," said the sage elder of nine. "If she could only make up some new ones that aren't in any of our books! Or else, mamma, tell us something you heard a little bit of, long, long ago, from your nurse, and then make up the rest. But whatever one you tell, we'll be sure to like it anyhow." The stories told, the mother fell to musing, and the result is the little book here presented to the judgment of children other than her own—a few new fairy tales, on the old, old pattern! (Summary by Constance Cary Harrison (in her Introduction)).<br /><br /> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-fashioned-fairy-book-by-constance-cary-harrison/ |
br and now mamma tea ready know must do said children breath tell us story a real truly fairy tale giant dwarf lots lots fairies prince beautiful princess hair feet champion magic sword dragon chariot witch dressed snake skin and can ogre punish anybody witch ogre please moral let everybody live peace die pot grease end it to sure know mamma s stories heart said sage elder nine if could make new ones books else mamma tell us something heard little bit of long long ago nurse make rest whatever one tell we ll sure like anyhow stories told mother fell musing result little book presented judgment children own a new fairy tales old old pattern summary constance cary harrison in introduction br br |
| 5392 |
5352 |
5882 |
Emma McChesney and Company |
Edna Ferber |
General Fiction |
This is the final volume in the trilogy following the smart, stylish, divorced and independent businesswoman Emma McChesney in her career from stenographer, then drummer (traveling salesman) to owner of her own company. (The first was Roast Beef, Medium and the second Personality Plus both in the Librivox catalog). Edna Ferber first gained success with these stories and later went on to write Show Boat, Giant and other well known books. First published in 1915, Emma's son, Jock, has moved to Chicago with his new wife. Emma decides to sell in South America and proves she has not lost her magic touch. Emma gets involved in romance, saving a business and many other things. Emma symbolizes the ideal woman at the dawn of the twentieth century: sharp, capable, charming, and progressive. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/emma-mcchesney-and-company-by-edna-ferber/ |
final volume trilogy following smart stylish divorced independent businesswoman emma mcchesney career stenographer drummer traveling salesman owner company the first roast beef medium second personality plus librivox catalog edna ferber first gained success stories later went write show boat giant well known books first published 1915 emma s son jock moved chicago new wife emma decides sell south america proves lost magic touch emma gets involved romance saving business many things emma symbolizes ideal woman dawn twentieth century sharp capable charming progressive summary phil chenevert p |
| 5393 |
5353 |
5883 |
Candle For Our Lady |
Regina Victoria Hunt |
Children's Fiction, Historical |
Dark times for British Catholics hung over England in the days of King Henry VIII. Henry, influenced by the hated Thomas Cromwell, fell into opposition with them, suppressing them, and closing religious houses. In that period a famous shrine, erected centuries earlier at Walsingham and dedicated to our Lady, drew people from far and near for it was a favorite place of pilgrimage and the site of many miracles.<br><br>On their grandmother's and uncle's farm, far removed from this scene of persecution, were Jemmy Reynolds and his sister Joan. For a long time they had been promised the chance to make the pilgrimage to Walsingham, and now at last they were going. Their biggest problem was to find a suitable offering to our Lady, and Joan came upon the idea of presenting a great, fine candle. And so they set out upon a thrilling journey which eventually brings Jem face to face with the crafty Cromwell and King Henry himself.<br><br>What happens when they meet a cunning stranger on the way to the shrine and later when Jem attempts to rescue a friend from Cromwell's power are some of the exciting developments that make A Candle For Our Lady interesting and fast moving. True history and authentic background are woven into this story which provides a taste of the struggles English Catholics knew in a time when cruelty and greed ruled the land. (Summary from original jacket.)</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/a-candle-for-our-lady-by-regina-victoria-hunt/ |
dark times british catholics hung england days king henry viii henry influenced hated thomas cromwell fell opposition them suppressing them closing religious houses period famous shrine erected centuries earlier walsingham dedicated lady drew people far near favorite place pilgrimage site many miracles br br on grandmother s uncle s farm far removed scene persecution jemmy reynolds sister joan long time promised chance make pilgrimage walsingham last going biggest problem find suitable offering lady joan came upon idea presenting great fine candle set upon thrilling journey eventually brings jem face face crafty cromwell king henry himself br br what happens meet cunning stranger way shrine later jem attempts rescue friend cromwell s power exciting developments make candle lady interesting fast moving true history authentic background woven story provides taste struggles english catholics knew time cruelty greed ruled land summary original jacket p |
| 5394 |
5354 |
5884 |
Bird Raptures |
Christina Rossetti |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Bird Raptures by Christina Georgina Rossetti. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 11, 2011.<br><br>Christina Georgina Rossetti was an English poet who wrote a variety of romantic, devotional, and children's poems. She is best known for her long poem Goblin Market, her love poem Remember, and for the words of the Christmas carol In the Bleak Midwinter. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/bird-raptures-by-christina-georgina-rossetti/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings bird raptures christina georgina rossetti weekly poetry project september 11 2011 br br christina georgina rossetti english poet wrote variety romantic devotional children s poems best known long poem goblin market love poem remember words christmas carol bleak midwinter summary wikipedia p |
| 5395 |
5355 |
5885 |
Ethan Frome (version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction |
Ethan Frome is a novel published in 1911 by the Pulitzer Prize-winning American author Edith Wharton. It is set in the fictitious town of Starkfield, Massachusetts, New England, where an unnamed narrator tells the story of his encounter with Ethan Frome, a man with dreams and desires that end in an ironic turn of events. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/ethan-frome-version-2-by-edith-wharton/ |
ethan frome novel published 1911 pulitzer prize winning american author edith wharton set fictitious town starkfield massachusetts new england unnamed narrator tells story encounter ethan frome man dreams desires end ironic turn events summary wikipedia p |
| 5396 |
5406 |
5943 |
Annie Kilburn |
William Dean Howells |
Romance |
After 11 years in Rome, Annie Kilburn returns home to the US after the death of her father. But the home she knew is dramatically changed in many ways. She starts to work with sick children, and finds herself attached to them, and to the minister who helps her, Mr. Peck. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/annie-kilburn-by-william-dean-howells/ |
11 years rome annie kilburn returns home us death father home knew dramatically changed many ways starts work sick children finds attached them minister helps her mr peck summary stav nisser p |
| 5397 |
5356 |
5886 |
Yellow Journalist |
Miriam Michelson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Rhoda Massey is a young, sharp reporter for a daily newspaper in San Francisco. After proving herself an astute and fearless investigator on her first big story, she spends most of her waking hours running down leads and doing (almost) anything it takes to produce headline grabbing tales and to be the first one to do so. She must compete with her male colleagues where she works but also with those from other newspapers. Rhoda discovers it useful to be pretty and small in stature (great for eavesdropping from tight and unusual locations) but it's her shrewd mind and her nose for news that propel her to pursue stories in dangerous places and, sometimes, from dangerous characters. Just how far is she prepared to go as a ‘yellow’ journalist who wants the truth and at what price to her integrity? Then there’s the respected and handsome reporter, Ted Thompson, from a rival newspaper. Will he have a place in Rhoda’s life? (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-yellow-journalist-by-miriam-michelson/ |
rhoda massey young sharp reporter daily newspaper san francisco proving astute fearless investigator first big story spends waking hours running leads almost anything takes produce headline grabbing tales first one so must compete male colleagues works also newspapers rhoda discovers useful pretty small stature great eavesdropping tight unusual locations shrewd mind nose news propel pursue stories dangerous places and sometimes dangerous characters far prepared go yellow journalist wants truth price integrity there s respected handsome reporter ted thompson rival newspaper place rhoda s life summary lee ann howlett p |
| 5398 |
5357 |
5887 |
Around the World on a Bicycle, Vol. 1 |
Thomas Stevens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Thomas Stevens was the first person to circle the globe by bicycle, a large-wheeled Ordinary. His journey started in April 1884 in San Francisco from where he cycled to Boston to take a steamer to England. Crossing England, France, Central Europe and Asia Minor before he was turned back at the borders of Afghanistan. He returned part of the way to take a ship to Karachi, from where he crossed India. Another steam ship brought him from Calcutta to Hong Kong, and from Shanghai he set over to Japan, finally ending his journey after actually cycling 13.500 miles in Yokohama, December 1886.<br><br>\n\nThis is the first volume of his travel experiences, detailing the part of the journey from San Francisco to Teheran, where he spent the winter. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-on-a-bicycle-vol-1-by-thomas-stevens/ |
thomas stevens first person circle globe bicycle large wheeled ordinary journey started april 1884 san francisco cycled boston take steamer england crossing england france central europe asia minor turned back borders afghanistan returned part way take ship karachi crossed india another steam ship brought calcutta hong kong shanghai set japan finally ending journey actually cycling 13 500 miles yokohama december 1886 br br first volume travel experiences detailing part journey san francisco teheran spent winter summary availle |
| 5399 |
5358 |
5888 |
Bartleby, the Scrivener (version 2) |
Herman Melville |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Bartleby, the Scrivener: A Story of Wall Street is a novella by the American novelist Herman Melville (1819–1891). It first appeared anonymously in two parts in the November and December 1853 editions of Putnam's Magazine, and was reprinted with minor textual alterations in his The Piazza Tales in 1856. ( Summary by Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/bartleby-the-scrivener-by-herman-melville-2/ |
bartleby scrivener story wall street novella american novelist herman melville 1819 1891 first appeared anonymously two parts november december 1853 editions putnam s magazine reprinted minor textual alterations piazza tales 1856 summary wikipedia p |
| 5400 |
5359 |
5889 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 014 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 014: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-014-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 014 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 5401 |
5360 |
5891 |
If Winter Don't |
Barry Pain |
Humorous Fiction |
Barry Pain's parody takes a sharp knife to ASM Hutchinson's best selling novel 'If Winter Comes'.<br/>We follow the professional and marital decline of long suffering (and loving it), Luke Sharper, as his marriage to Mabel flounders while his love for Jona flourishes. <br/>It could only end in tears.....Or could it? ( Summary by Nigel Boydell )<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/if-winter-dont-by-barry-pain/ |
barry pain s parody takes sharp knife asm hutchinson s best selling novel if winter comes br we follow professional marital decline long suffering and loving it luke sharper marriage mabel flounders love jona flourishes br it could end tears or could it summary nigel boydell p |
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5361 |
5892 |
East by West, Vol. 2 |
Sir Henry W. Lucy |
Travel & Geography, Modern (19th C) |
<br /><i>East by West: a Journey in the Recess</i> is an account of British journalist Henry Lucy's travels across America and on to the Far East in 1883, within two or three decades of the American Civil War, the Indian Mutiny and the end of Japan's isolation from the western world. Lucy was one of the most influential journalists of his day and, as "Toby M.P.", a noted humorist in Punch magazine. His acute powers of observation and light touch make this a most engaging book. <br /><br /> This is the second of two volumes and covers his experiences in Japan, India and other parts of south-east Asia, returning home via Aden and the Suez Canal. The <a href="http://librivox.org/east-by-west-vol-i-by-henry-w-lucy/">first volume</a> included his travels in America and in Japan, including the Atlantic and Pacific crossings by steamer.<br /><br />Note: In Chapter 6, Lucy understandably, to a readership wholly unfamiliar with Japan, includes lengthy statistics about Japan's systems and economy. While the reader of the <em>text</em> can glance at such tables and move swiftly on, this is not possible in an audiobook. Accordingly, I have made two versions of Chapter 6. The first version is completely unabridged. In the alternative file, 6alt, I have excised the longest statistical tables. (Summary by Ruth Golding )<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/east-by-west-a-journey-in-the-recess-vol-ii-by-henry-w-lucy/ |
br i east west journey recess i account british journalist henry lucy s travels across america far east 1883 within two three decades american civil war indian mutiny end japan s isolation western world lucy one influential journalists day and toby m p noted humorist punch magazine acute powers observation light touch make engaging book br br second two volumes covers experiences japan india parts south east asia returning home via aden suez canal a href http librivox org east by west vol i by henry w lucy first volume a included travels america japan including atlantic pacific crossings steamer br br note chapter 6 lucy understandably readership wholly unfamiliar japan includes lengthy statistics japan s systems economy reader em text em glance tables move swiftly on possible audiobook accordingly made two versions chapter 6 first version completely unabridged alternative file 6alt excised longest statistical tables summary ruth golding br br |
| 5403 |
5362 |
5893 |
Uncommercial Traveller |
Charles Dickens |
Essays & Short Works |
The Uncommercial Traveller is a collection of literary sketches and reminiscences written by Charles Dickens. In 1859 Dickens founded a new journal called All the Year Round and the Uncommercial Traveller articles would be among his main contributions. He seems to have chosen the title and persona of the Uncommercial Traveller as a result of a speech he gave on the 22 December 1859 to the Commercial Travellers' School London in his role as honorary chairman and treasurer. The persona sits well with a writer who liked to travel, not only as a tourist, but also to research and report what he found; visiting Europe, America and giving book readings throughout Britain. He does not seem content to rest late in his career when he had attained wealth and comfort and continued travelling locally, walking the streets of London in the mould of the flâneur, a 'gentleman stroller of city streets'. He often suffered from insomnia and his night-time wanderings gave him an insight into some of the hidden aspects of Victorian London, details of which he also incorporated into his novels. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-uncommercial-traveller-by-charles-dickens/ |
uncommercial traveller collection literary sketches reminiscences written charles dickens 1859 dickens founded new journal called year round uncommercial traveller articles would among main contributions seems chosen title persona uncommercial traveller result speech gave 22 december 1859 commercial travellers school london role honorary chairman treasurer persona sits well writer liked travel tourist also research report found visiting europe america giving book readings throughout britain seem content rest late career attained wealth comfort continued travelling locally walking streets london mould flâneur gentleman stroller city streets often suffered insomnia night time wanderings gave insight hidden aspects victorian london details also incorporated novels summary wikipedia p |
| 5404 |
5364 |
5895 |
Anne's House of Dreams (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Romance |
Anne's story continues with her marriage to Gilbert and their years in the House of Dreams. ( Summary by Karen Savage)<p>\n\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/" target="_blank">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of Avonlea</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of the Island</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rainbow Valley</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rilla of Ingleside</a><p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/ |
anne s story continues marriage gilbert years house dreams summary karen savage p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of green gables by lucy maud montgomery 3 target _blank anne green gables a br a href http librivox org anne of avonlea by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne avonlea a br a href http librivox org anne of the island by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne island a br a href http librivox org rainbow valley version 2 by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rainbow valley a br a href http librivox org rilla of ingleside by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rilla ingleside a p |
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5365 |
5896 |
Titan |
Theodore Dreiser |
General Fiction |
Cowperwood moves to Chicago with his new wife Aileen. He decides to take over the street-railway system. He bankrupts several opponents with the help of John J. McKenty and other political allies. Meanwhile, Chicago society finds out about his past in Philadelphia and the couple are no longer invited to dinner parties; after a while, the press turns on him too. Cowperwood is unfaithful many times. Aileen finds out about a certain Rita and beats her up. She gives up on him and has an affair with Polk Lynde, a man of privilege; she eventually loses faith in him. Meanwhile, Cowperwood meets young Berenice Fleming; by the end of the novel, he tells her he loves her and she accepts to live with him. However, the ending is bittersweet as Cowperwood has not managed to obtain the fifty-year franchise for his railway schemes that he wanted. This is Book 2 of Trilogy Of Desire. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-titan-by-theodore-dreiser/ |
cowperwood moves chicago new wife aileen decides take street railway system bankrupts several opponents help john j mckenty political allies meanwhile chicago society finds past philadelphia couple longer invited dinner parties while press turns too cowperwood unfaithful many times aileen finds certain rita beats up gives affair polk lynde man privilege eventually loses faith him meanwhile cowperwood meets young berenice fleming end novel tells loves accepts live him however ending bittersweet cowperwood managed obtain fifty year franchise railway schemes wanted book 2 trilogy desire introduction wikipedia p |
| 5406 |
5366 |
5897 |
Sense and Sensibility (version 5 dramatic reading) |
Jane Austen |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
The story is about Elinor and Marianne, two daughters of Mr Dashwood by his second wife. They have a younger sister, Margaret, and an older half-brother named John. When their father dies, the family estate passes to John, and the Dashwood women are left in reduced circumstances. The novel follows the Dashwood sisters to their new home, a cottage on a distant relative's property, where they experience both romance and heartbreak. The contrast between the sisters' characters is eventually resolved as they each find love and lasting happiness. Through the events in the novel, Elinor and Marianne encounter the sense and sensibility of life and love. In this dramatic reading, Librivox volunteers lend their voices to bring Jane Austen's classic story to life. (Summary by Wikipedia and wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Fanny Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>John Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Elinor Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Marianne Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Edward Ferrars: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Sir John Middleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Mr. Willoughby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Colonel Brandon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Margaret Dashwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Mrs. Jennings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br>Lady Middleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>Mrs. Palmer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Mr. Palmer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lucy Steele: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Anne Steele: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Servant/Thomas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Ferrars: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6339">Michelle Remington</a><br>Robert Ferrars: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/sense-and-sensibility-dramatic-reading-by-jane-austen/ |
story elinor marianne two daughters mr dashwood second wife younger sister margaret older half brother named john father dies family estate passes john dashwood women left reduced circumstances novel follows dashwood sisters new home cottage distant relative s property experience romance heartbreak contrast sisters characters eventually resolved find love lasting happiness events novel elinor marianne encounter sense sensibility life love dramatic reading librivox volunteers lend voices bring jane austen s classic story life summary wikipedia wildemoose br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br fanny dashwood a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br john dashwood a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br elinor dashwood a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br marianne dashwood a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs dashwood a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br edward ferrars a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br sir john middleton a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br mr willoughby a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br colonel brandon a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br margaret dashwood a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br mrs jennings a href http librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br lady middleton a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br mrs palmer a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br mr palmer a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lucy steele a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br anne steele a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br servant thomas a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs ferrars a href http librivox org reader 6339 michelle remington a br robert ferrars a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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5367 |
5898 |
Pony Rider Boys in Texas |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Yee-hawww! The Pony Rider Boys are on the trail again! In the second book of this series, Professor Zepplin has taken the young men to San Diego, Texas, to experience the life of a cowboy. The cattle drive will take them across the great state of Texas, where they will meet many dangers and adventures. (Summary by Ann Boulais) <br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a >The Pony Rider Boys in the Rockies</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-montana-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Montana</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-texas-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee hawww pony rider boys trail again second book series professor zepplin taken young men san diego texas experience life cowboy cattle drive take across great state texas meet many dangers adventures summary ann boulais br br previous book series a the pony rider boys rockies a br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in montana by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys montana a br br |
| 5408 |
5368 |
5899 |
Loudwater Mystery |
Edgar Jepson |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Lord Loudwater is found murdered in his house one evening. Unfortunately for Detective Flexen, who is to investigate the case, Lord Loudwater was not a very agreeable sort of fellow and almost every person in his vicinity had a motive for the crime. Was it his young wife or her lover, his former fiance or even one of the servants? (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-loudwater-mystery-by-edgar-jepson/ |
lord loudwater found murdered house one evening unfortunately detective flexen investigate case lord loudwater agreeable sort fellow almost every person vicinity motive crime young wife lover former fiance even one servants summary carolin p |
| 5409 |
5369 |
5900 |
Two Years and Four Months in a Lunatic Asylum |
Hiram Chase |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
Hiram Chase is a well liked Reverend in a small ministry in Utica. When his mental and physical health deteriorates, he is taken to Utica lunatic asylum. After his stay in the asylum, Hiram documents his experiences and those of other patients in the asylum. He describes his daily routine and the negative experiences he had, along with praising certain individuals whom he met during his "Two Years and Four Months in a Lunatic Asylum". (Summary by Elaine Webb)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/two-years-and-four-months-in-a-lunatic-asylum-by-hiram-chase/ |
hiram chase well liked reverend small ministry utica mental physical health deteriorates taken utica lunatic asylum stay asylum hiram documents experiences patients asylum describes daily routine negative experiences had along praising certain individuals met two years four months lunatic asylum summary elaine webb p |
| 5410 |
5371 |
5902 |
Red and the Black, Volume I |
Stendhal |
General Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Stendhal - a German pen-name for a French writer who hated the English. Contemporary to some of the great names of French literature like Balzac and Flaubert, Stendhal is quite often considered a writer that doesn't seem to fit a defined genre. Some say he's a Romantic, others that he's a Modernist and that Le Rouge et Le Noir is the first modern novel. On one point they are all agreed: the novel is a masterpiece that shows a young theology student - Julien Sorel - intelligent, handsome and who is determined to rise above his humble peasant origins. Stendhal presents the reader with a satirical plot that will involve you in passions, intrigues, last-minute reversals and, mostly, the hypocrisy by which society operates. (Summary by sailormoon)</p> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-and-the-black-volume-i-by-stendhal/ |
stendhal german pen name french writer hated english contemporary great names french literature like balzac flaubert stendhal quite often considered writer seem fit defined genre say he s romantic others he s modernist le rouge et le noir first modern novel one point agreed novel masterpiece shows young theology student julien sorel intelligent handsome determined rise humble peasant origins stendhal presents reader satirical plot involve passions intrigues last minute reversals and mostly hypocrisy society operates summary sailormoon p |
| 5411 |
5372 |
5903 |
Wild Duck |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
<i>The Wild Duck</i> (1884) (original Norwegian title: <i>Vildanden</i>) is by many considered Ibsen's finest work, and it is certainly the most complex. It tells the story of Gregers Werle, a young man who returns to his hometown after an extended exile and is reunited with his boyhood friend Hjalmar Ekdal. Over the course of the play, the many secrets that lie behind the Ekdals' apparently happy home are revealed to Gregers, who insists on pursuing the absolute truth, or the "Summons of the Ideal". Among these truths: Gregers' father impregnated his servant Gina, then married her off to Hjalmar to legitimize the child. Another man has been disgraced and imprisoned for a crime the elder Werle committed. Furthermore, while Hjalmar spends his days working on a wholly imaginary "invention", his wife is earning the household income.<br/><br/>Ibsen displays masterful use of irony: despite his dogmatic insistence on truth, Gregers never says what he thinks but only insinuates, and is never understood until the play reaches its climax. Gregers hammers away at Hjalmar through innuendo and coded phrases until he realizes the truth; Gina's daughter, Hedvig, is not his child. Blinded by Gregers' insistence on absolute truth, he disavows the child. Seeing the damage he has wrought, Gregers determines to repair things, and suggests to Hedvig that she sacrifice the wild duck, her wounded pet, to prove her love for Hjalmar. Hedvig, alone among the characters, recognizes that Gregers always speaks in code, and looking for the deeper meaning in the first important statement Gregers makes which does not contain one, kills herself rather than the duck in order to prove her love for him in the ultimate act of self-sacrifice. Only too late do Hjalmar and Gregers realize that the absolute truth of the "ideal" is sometimes too much for the human heart to bear. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong> <br><p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>WERLE, a merchant, manufacturer, etc.: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>GREGERS WERLE, his son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>OLD EKDAL: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6707">Lewis</a><br>HIALMAR EKDAL, his son, a photographer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>GINA EKDAL, Hjalmar's wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6534">Helen Falconer</a><br>HEDVIG, their daughter, a girl of fourteen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>MRS. SORBY, Werle's housekeeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>RELLING, a doctor & A SHORT-SIGHTED GENTLEMAN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>MOLVIK, student of theology & ANOTHER WAITER: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>GRABERG, Werle's bookkeeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>PETTERSEN, Werle's servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>JENSEN, a hired waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>A FLABBY GENTLEMAN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>A THIN-HAIRED GENTLEMAN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Algy Pug\n</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-duck-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
i the wild duck i 1884 original norwegian title i vildanden i many considered ibsen s finest work certainly complex tells story gregers werle young man returns hometown extended exile reunited boyhood friend hjalmar ekdal course play many secrets lie behind ekdals apparently happy home revealed gregers insists pursuing absolute truth summons ideal among truths gregers father impregnated servant gina married hjalmar legitimize child another man disgraced imprisoned crime elder werle committed furthermore hjalmar spends days working wholly imaginary invention wife earning household income br br ibsen displays masterful use irony despite dogmatic insistence truth gregers never says thinks insinuates never understood play reaches climax gregers hammers away hjalmar innuendo coded phrases realizes truth gina s daughter hedvig child blinded gregers insistence absolute truth disavows child seeing damage wrought gregers determines repair things suggests hedvig sacrifice wild duck wounded pet prove love hjalmar hedvig alone among characters recognizes gregers always speaks code looking deeper meaning first important statement gregers makes contain one kills rather duck order prove love ultimate act self sacrifice late hjalmar gregers realize absolute truth ideal sometimes much human heart bear summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p narrator a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br werle merchant manufacturer etc a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br gregers werle son a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br old ekdal a href http librivox org reader 6707 lewis a br hialmar ekdal son photographer a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br gina ekdal hjalmar s wife a href http librivox org reader 6534 helen falconer a br hedvig daughter girl fourteen a href http librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br mrs sorby werle s housekeeper a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br relling doctor short sighted gentleman a href http librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br molvik student theology another waiter a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br graberg werle s bookkeeper a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br pettersen werle s servant a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br jensen hired waiter a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br a flabby gentleman a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br a thin haired gentleman a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br br strong audio edited by strong algy pug p |
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5373 |
5904 |
Irish Wit and Humor |
Various |
Humorous Fiction |
Excerpted anecdotes from the biographies of Swift, Curran, O'Leary and O'Connell, relating humorous snippets of politics in 18th and 19th century Ireland. For some these may be poignant in addition to being humorous and for others they may be humorous in addition to being poignant. ( Summary by JCarson )</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/irish-wit-and-humor-by-anonymous/ |
excerpted anecdotes biographies swift curran o leary o connell relating humorous snippets politics 18th 19th century ireland may poignant addition humorous others may humorous addition poignant summary jcarson p |
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5374 |
5905 |
Angel Food For Jack and Jill: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Children's Fiction, Religion |
This is book five of the “Angel Food” series by the author. It consists of a series of 28 short sermons for children, in the form of a charming story. The author was a Catholic parish priest in New York for many years during the mid 1900’s. He was the author of several books for children, the most well known being the books in what is considered the “Angel Food” series. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/angel-food-for-jack-and-jill-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
book five angel food series author consists series 28 short sermons children form charming story author catholic parish priest new york many years mid 1900 s author several books children well known books considered angel food series summary maria therese p |
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5375 |
5906 |
Princess Galva |
David Whitelaw |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
Edward Povey had been a correspondence clerk for twenty-two years when he was summarily dismissed. So how did he find himself mixed up with an orphan girl, who was really a princess, as she sought to reclaim her throne from the man who had killed her parents? Well, however it had happened, it was romantic. And after two decades in the basement office of a shipping company, he was ready for a bit of romance. (Introduction by MaryAnn) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-galva-by-david-whitelaw/ |
edward povey correspondence clerk twenty two years summarily dismissed find mixed orphan girl really princess sought reclaim throne man killed parents well however happened romantic two decades basement office shipping company ready bit romance introduction maryann p |
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5376 |
5907 |
Mosses From An Old Manse |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Single Author Collections |
"Mosses from an Old Manse" is a short story collection by Nathaniel Hawthorne, first published in 1846. The collection includes several previously-published short stories and is named in honor of The Old Manse where Hawthorne and his wife lived for the first three years of their marriage. A second edition was published in 1854, which added "Feathertop," "Passages from a Relinquished Work, and "Sketches from Memory."\n\nMany of the tales collected in "Mosses from an Old Manse" are allegories and, typical of Hawthorne, focus on the negative side of human nature. Hawthorne's friend Herman Melville noted this aspect in his review "Hawthorne and His Mosses": "This black conceit pervades him through and through. You may be witched by his sunlight, transported by the bright gildings in the skies he builds over you; but there is the blackness of darkness beyond; and even his bright gildings but fringe and play upon the edges of thunder-clouds." William Henry Channing reviewed the collection in The Harbinger and noted that its author "had been baptized in the deep waters of Tragedy" and his work was dark with only brief moments of "serene brightness" which was never brighter than "dusky twilight". (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/mosses-from-an-old-manse-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
mosses old manse short story collection nathaniel hawthorne first published 1846 collection includes several previously published short stories named honor old manse hawthorne wife lived first three years marriage second edition published 1854 added feathertop passages relinquished work sketches memory many tales collected mosses old manse allegories and typical hawthorne focus negative side human nature hawthorne s friend herman melville noted aspect review hawthorne mosses this black conceit pervades through may witched sunlight transported bright gildings skies builds you blackness darkness beyond even bright gildings fringe play upon edges thunder clouds william henry channing reviewed collection harbinger noted author had baptized deep waters tragedy work dark brief moments serene brightness never brighter dusky twilight summary wikipedia p |
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5915 |
Aladdin und die Wunderlampe |
Ludwig Fulda |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Aladin ist ein junger Mann, der von einem Zauberer beauftragt wird, eine Öllampe in einer magischen Höhle zu finden. Nachdem der Zauberer ihn zu betrügen versucht, behält Aladin die Lampe für sich. Er entdeckt, dass in der Lampe ein Geist steckt, der die Wünsche des Lampenbesitzers erfüllen muss. Mit Unterstützung des hilfreichen Geistes wird Aladin reich und mächtig und heiratet die schöne Tochter des Sultans. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aladdin-und-die-wunderlampe-by-ludwig-fulda/ |
aladin ist ein junger mann der von einem zauberer beauftragt wird eine öllampe einer magischen höhle zu finden nachdem der zauberer ihn zu betrügen versucht behält aladin die lampe für sich er entdeckt dass der lampe ein geist steckt der die wünsche des lampenbesitzers erfüllen muss mit unterstützung des hilfreichen geistes wird aladin reich und mächtig und heiratet die schöne tochter des sultans zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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5377 |
5908 |
Helen |
Maria Edgeworth |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Maria Edgeworth was a prolific Anglo-Irish writer of adults' and children's literature. She was one of the first realist writers in children's literature and was a significant figure in the evolution of the novel in Europe. She held advanced views, for a woman of her time, on estate management, politics and education.</p>\n\nHere is what one biographer of Maria Edgeworth has to say about Helen.\n"It was in 1830–when already past sixty years of age–that Miss Edgeworth set to work upon the last, and what, at the time it was written, was possibly the most successful of all her novels–namely, Helen. Any reader who will take it down from its shelf, and glance over it, will quickly perceive that it is a novel of a very much more modern type than any other by the same hand. In reading it we are aware that the eighteenth century has at last dropped out of sight, and that we are well out upon the nineteenth, not indeed as yet 'Victorian', but in a sort of midway region, on the road to that superior epoch." (Summary from Wikipedia)\n<br><b>Additional Proof Listening:</b> David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/helen-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
maria edgeworth prolific anglo irish writer adults children s literature one first realist writers children s literature significant figure evolution novel europe held advanced views woman time estate management politics education p one biographer maria edgeworth say helen it 1830 when already past sixty years age that miss edgeworth set work upon last what time written possibly successful novels namely helen reader take shelf glance it quickly perceive novel much modern type hand reading aware eighteenth century last dropped sight well upon nineteenth indeed yet victorian sort midway region road superior epoch summary wikipedia br b additional proof listening b david lawrence p |
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5378 |
5910 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 024 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass gardening, military history, humor, climate change, travel and religion. (summary by J. M. Smallheer) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-024-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass gardening military history humor climate change travel religion summary j m smallheer p |
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5379 |
5911 |
Higher Pantheism in a Nutshell |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Higher Pantheism in a Nutshell by Algernon Charles Swinburne. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 18, 2011.<br><br>Algernon Charles Swinburne was an English poet, playwright, novelist, and critic. He invented the roundel form, wrote several novels, and contributed to the famous Eleventh Edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in every year from 1903 to 1907 and again in 1909. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-higher-pantheism-in-a-nutshell-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings higher pantheism nutshell algernon charles swinburne fortnightly poetry project september 18 2011 br br algernon charles swinburne english poet playwright novelist critic invented roundel form wrote several novels contributed famous eleventh edition encyclopaedia britannica nominated nobel prize literature every year 1903 1907 1909 summary wikipedia p |
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5380 |
5912 |
Higher Pantheism |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Higher Pantheism by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 18, 2011.<br><br>Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, FRS was Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom during much of Queen Victoria's reign and remains one of the most popular poets in the English language. ( Summary by Wikipedia ) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-higher-pantheism-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings higher pantheism alfred lord tennyson weekly poetry project september 18 2011 br br alfred tennyson 1st baron tennyson frs poet laureate united kingdom much queen victoria s reign remains one popular poets english language summary wikipedia p |
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5381 |
5913 |
King of Ireland's Son |
Pádraic Colum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The King of Ireland's Son is a children's novel published in Ireland in 1916 written by Padraic Colum, and illustrated by Willy Pogany. It is the story of the eldest of the King of Ireland's sons, and his adventures winning and then finding Fedelma, the Enchanter's Daughter, who after being won is kidnapped from him by the King of the Land of Mist. It is solidly based in Irish folklore, itself being originally a folktale. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-irelands-son-by-padraic-colum/ |
king ireland s son children s novel published ireland 1916 written padraic colum illustrated willy pogany story eldest king ireland s sons adventures winning finding fedelma enchanter s daughter kidnapped king land mist solidly based irish folklore originally folktale introduction wikipedia p |
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5382 |
5914 |
Juan Martín el Empecinado |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
"Juan Martín El Empecinado" -continuación de "Cádiz"- es la novena novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Narra las peripecias de Gabriel de Araceli, huérfano gaditano, ambientadas en la época de la Guerra de Independencia entre España y Francia. Esta entrega se centra en las aventuras de Gabriel entre las filas de los guerrilleros comandados por Juan Martín el Empecinado, describiendo de modo exhaustivo la forma de vida en la guerrilla y los diferentes tipos humanos que en ella participaron. Al salir de Cádiz, Gabriel, que ya es oficial en el ejército regular, es destinado a apoyar a una partida de guerrilleros comandados por Vicente Sardina. Deja a Inés y Amaranta en Cifuentes, donde ésta posee una casa familiar. En las filas de la guerrilla conoce a pintorescos y recios soldados, como el terrible Antón Trijueque, antiguo sacerdote que se echó al monte para luchar contra los franceses. Después de unos comienzos amables, se narra con toda crudeza la durísima vida en la guerrilla y las terribles condiciones de miseria en las que vivían los combatientes y la población civil tras años de guerra, con los pueblos saqueados una y otra vez por los desmanes de los franceses y de las partidas españolas. Tras algunas escaramuzas, el grupo de Sardina, donde lucha Gabriel, cae bajo el mando directo de Juan Martín el Empecinado, célebre héroe nacional, de quien el autor traza un vivo retrato, a ratos heroico, a ratos divertido. Con el tiempo, algunos guerrilleros, encabezados por mosén Antón Trijueque, se sublevan y se pasan a los franceses. Trijueque odia a los franceses, pero se considera el mejor estratega de la historia y lucha contra una invencible búsqueda de notoriedad personal, de modo que comete su defección con la sola idea de poder destacar en el ejército francés, algo que le resulta imposible a la sombra de El Empecinado. En una emboscada, las tropas de Juan Martín son sorprendidas y diezmadas por las de Trijueque. El Empecinado se despeña por un barranco en el fragor de la batalla, y Gabriel es hecho prisionero y condenado a muerte... (Resumen de Wikipedia)<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br> |
Spanish |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
juan martín el empecinado continuación de cádiz es la novena novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós narra las peripecias de gabriel de araceli huérfano gaditano ambientadas en la época de la guerra de independencia entre españa francia esta entrega se centra en las aventuras de gabriel entre las filas de los guerrilleros comandados por juan martín el empecinado describiendo de modo exhaustivo la forma de vida en la guerrilla los diferentes tipos humanos que en ella participaron al salir de cádiz gabriel que ya es oficial en el ejército regular es destinado apoyar una partida de guerrilleros comandados por vicente sardina deja inés amaranta en cifuentes donde ésta posee una casa familiar en las filas de la guerrilla conoce pintorescos recios soldados como el terrible antón trijueque antiguo sacerdote que se echó al monte para luchar contra los franceses después de unos comienzos amables se narra con toda crudeza la durísima vida en la guerrilla las terribles condiciones de miseria en las que vivían los combatientes la población civil tras años de guerra con los pueblos saqueados una otra vez por los desmanes de los franceses de las partidas españolas tras algunas escaramuzas el grupo de sardina donde lucha gabriel cae bajo el mando directo de juan martín el empecinado célebre héroe nacional de quien el autor traza un vivo retrato ratos heroico ratos divertido con el tiempo algunos guerrilleros encabezados por mosén antón trijueque se sublevan se pasan los franceses trijueque odia los franceses pero se considera el mejor estratega de la historia lucha contra una invencible búsqueda de notoriedad personal de modo que comete su defección con la sola idea de poder destacar en el ejército francés algo que le resulta imposible la sombra de el empecinado en una emboscada las tropas de juan martín son sorprendidas diezmadas por las de trijueque el empecinado se despeña por un barranco en el fragor de la batalla gabriel es hecho prisionero condenado muerte resumen de wikipedia p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br |
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5916 |
Friendship of Christ |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Christianity - Other |
Robert Hugh Benson, who was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge, was ordained an Anglican priest in 1895 by his father, the Archbishop of Canterbury. Eight years later, after weighty consideration, Robert Benson converted to Roman Catholicism. In 1904 he was ordained a Roman Catholic priest and took up residence in Cambridge, where he ministered to Roman Catholic students as their unofficial chaplain. In 1911, he was made a monsignor. Despite the brevity of his earthly life, Benson was a prolific writer whose literary productions span the gamut from devotional works, such as The Friendship of Christ, to sacred drama, children's books, apologetic works, historical fiction, and even science fiction.<br><br>The Friendship of Christ, which bears an imprimatur, is based on sermons Benson preached in London and Rome in 1910 and 1911. In the first part of this book, he shows how one enters into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through the purgative and illuminative ways. In the second part, he discusses several modes in which Christ offers us His friendship here and now, such as in the Eucharist, in the Church, in the priest, in the saint, in the sinner, in the average person, and in the sufferer. In Part III, Benson recalls how Jesus Christ proved the depth of His friendship with us by willingly accepting death on the cross for our sake, and how He raises His friends to everlasting life with Him. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-friendship-of-christ-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
robert hugh benson educated eton college trinity college cambridge ordained anglican priest 1895 father archbishop canterbury eight years later weighty consideration robert benson converted roman catholicism 1904 ordained roman catholic priest took residence cambridge ministered roman catholic students unofficial chaplain 1911 made monsignor despite brevity earthly life benson prolific writer whose literary productions span gamut devotional works friendship christ sacred drama children s books apologetic works historical fiction even science fiction br br the friendship christ bears imprimatur based sermons benson preached london rome 1910 1911 first part book shows one enters personal relationship jesus christ purgative illuminative ways second part discusses several modes christ offers us friendship now eucharist church priest saint sinner average person sufferer part iii benson recalls jesus christ proved depth friendship us willingly accepting death cross sake raises friends everlasting life him introduction dave7 p |
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5385 |
5917 |
Clouds Cover the Campus |
Daniel A. Lord |
General Fiction, Religious Fiction |
On an American college campus, in the early years of World War II, a professor from Germany is murdered and the plans for a new bomb sight he had invented are missing. Who murdered the professor and stole the plans? And are the accidents happening with alarming frequency to young student aviators from the campus really accidents -- or is some unknown conspiracy afoot?<br><br>This mystery novel was written by Daniel A Lord, S.J., a priest and popular American Catholic writer. The subjects of the works in his bibliography range from religion, humor, plays, songs, mysteries and even politics. His most influential work was possibly in drafting the 1930 Production Code for motion pictures. (Introduction by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/clouds-cover-the-campus-by-daniel-a-lord/ |
american college campus early years world war ii professor germany murdered plans new bomb sight invented missing murdered professor stole plans accidents happening alarming frequency young student aviators campus really accidents unknown conspiracy afoot br br this mystery novel written daniel lord s j priest popular american catholic writer subjects works bibliography range religion humor plays songs mysteries even politics influential work possibly drafting 1930 production code motion pictures introduction maria therese p |
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5386 |
5918 |
In the Days of the Comet |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
William ("Willie") is a student living in the British town of Clayton. As a Socialist, he tries to move power from the upper class to the working class. Interestingly, in a fictitious confrontation Britain declares war on Germany. Willie falls in love with Nettie, but when she elopes with an upper-class man, Willie resolves to kill them both. Throughout the novel there is present in the sky a large comet which gives off a green glow. As Willie prepares to shoot the lovers, two battleships appear and begin shelling the coast, causing Willie to nearly lose his targets. As the comet enters the atmosphere, it gives off a green gas which envelopes everyone including Willie, who falls asleep. Willie wakes up a changed man. He is able to reason so clearly that he realizes the foolishness of his plan for revenge. Other people have changed too. Our hero marvels at how humankind has risen to new levels of vision and understanding. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-days-of-the-comet-by-h-g-wells/ |
william willie student living british town clayton socialist tries move power upper class working class interestingly fictitious confrontation britain declares war germany willie falls love nettie elopes upper class man willie resolves kill both throughout novel present sky large comet gives green glow willie prepares shoot lovers two battleships appear begin shelling coast causing willie nearly lose targets comet enters atmosphere gives green gas envelopes everyone including willie falls asleep willie wakes changed man able reason clearly realizes foolishness plan revenge people changed too hero marvels humankind risen new levels vision understanding summary wikipedia p |
| 5426 |
5387 |
5920 |
Unleavened Bread |
Robert Grant |
General Fiction |
A businessman's selfish wife forces her way into upper society. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/unleavened-bread-by-sir-robert-grant/ |
businessman s selfish wife forces way upper society summary wikipedia p |
| 5427 |
5388 |
5921 |
Poems |
Wilfred Owen |
Single author |
A collection of poems by the English war poet and soldier of the First World War, Wilfred Owen. Owen is regarded by historians as the leading poet of the First World War, known for his war poetry on the horrors of trench and gas warfare. It stood in stark contrast to both the public perception of war at the time, and to the confidently patriotic verse written earlier by war poets such as Rupert Brooke. Only five of Owen's poems had been published before his death, one of which was in fragmentary form. Only one week before the end of the war, whilst attempting to traverse a canal, he was shot in the head and killed. (Summary modified from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-wilfred-owen/ |
collection poems english war poet soldier first world war wilfred owen owen regarded historians leading poet first world war known war poetry horrors trench gas warfare stood stark contrast public perception war time confidently patriotic verse written earlier war poets rupert brooke five owen s poems published death one fragmentary form one week end war whilst attempting traverse canal shot head killed summary modified wikipedia p |
| 5428 |
5389 |
5922 |
Flint Heart |
Eden Phillpotts |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The flint heart is a stone of heart shape, forged in prehistoric times, that changes whoever owns it into a wicked person. The story of the flint heart's ultimate defeat involves multiple trips into fairyland by Charles and Unity, children of one of the heart's victims. Along the way the reader meets lots of fun characters such as the king of fairyland, a talking (and wounded) hot water bottle, and the mysterious Zagabog. Occasional references to British words and concepts may require some explanation for American readers, but the story is perfectly understandable without such explications. The droll narration makes the story as much fun for adults as for children. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-flint-heart-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
flint heart stone heart shape forged prehistoric times changes whoever owns wicked person story flint heart s ultimate defeat involves multiple trips fairyland charles unity children one heart s victims along way reader meets lots fun characters king fairyland talking and wounded hot water bottle mysterious zagabog occasional references british words concepts may require explanation american readers story perfectly understandable without explications droll narration makes story much fun adults children summary david wales p |
| 5429 |
5390 |
5923 |
Gray Plague |
Lloyd Eshbach |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction |
End of the world sci-fi tale borrows heavily from H.G. Wells' WOTW and In The Days of the Comet -- looks like fun ! ( Summary by BellonaTimes )</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/the-gray-plague-by-lloyd-eshbach/ |
end world sci fi tale borrows heavily h g wells wotw days comet looks like fun summary bellonatimes p |
| 5430 |
5392 |
5925 |
Orlando Furioso |
Ludovico Ariosto |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Charlemagne's nephew Orlando (AKA Roland) is driven insane by the infidelity of his beloved Angelica. Angelica's relationship with him and others loosely unifies multiple story lines to produce a rich tapestry of romance, fictionalized history, and pure fantasy. This romance-epic is a sequel to the less distinguished and unfinished romance Orlando Innamorato, by Mattteo Maria Boiardo. (Summary by Thomas A. Copeland)</p> |
English |
1516 |
https://librivox.org/orlando-furioso-by-ludovico-ariosto/ |
charlemagne s nephew orlando aka roland driven insane infidelity beloved angelica angelica s relationship others loosely unifies multiple story lines produce rich tapestry romance fictionalized history pure fantasy romance epic sequel less distinguished unfinished romance orlando innamorato mattteo maria boiardo summary thomas a copeland p |
| 5431 |
5393 |
5926 |
Twice Told Tales |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Twice-Told Tales is a short story collection in two volumes by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The first was published in the spring of 1837, and the second in 1842. The stories had all been previously published in magazines and annuals, hence the name. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/twice-told-tales-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
twice told tales short story collection two volumes nathaniel hawthorne first published spring 1837 second 1842 stories previously published magazines annuals hence name introduction wikipedia p |
| 5432 |
5394 |
5927 |
What is Man? and Other Essays |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Satire |
"What Is Man?", published by Mark Twain in 1906, is a dialogue between a young man and an older man jaded to the world. It involves ideas of destiny and free will, as well as of psychological egoism. The Old Man asserted that the human being is merely a machine, and nothing more. The Young Man objects, and asks him to go into particulars and furnish his reasons for his position. This collection of short stories covers a wide range of Twain's interests: the serious, the political and the ironically humorous. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/what-is-man-and-other-essays-by-mark-twain/ |
what man published mark twain 1906 dialogue young man older man jaded world involves ideas destiny free will well psychological egoism old man asserted human merely machine nothing more young man objects asks go particulars furnish reasons position collection short stories covers wide range twain s interests serious political ironically humorous summary wikipedia john greenman p |
| 5433 |
5395 |
5928 |
Dr. Montessori's Own Handbook |
Maria Montessori |
Education, Psychology |
This is the authoritative book written by Montessori to describe her methods. It gives an overview of the Montessori Method as developed for 3 to 6 year olds. It is a short work, intended as a manual for teachers and parents, detailing the materials used as well as her philosophy in developing them. "As a result of the widespread interest that has been taken in my method of child education, certain books have been issued, which may appear to the general reader to be authoritative expositions of the Montessori system. I wish to state definitely that the present work, the English translation of which has been authorized and approved by me, is the only authentic manual of the Montessori method ..." M. Montessori in the Preface ( Summary by Phil Chenevert )</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dr-montessoris-own-handbook-by-maria-montessori/ |
authoritative book written montessori describe methods gives overview montessori method developed 3 6 year olds short work intended manual teachers parents detailing materials used well philosophy developing them as result widespread interest taken method child education certain books issued may appear general reader authoritative expositions montessori system wish state definitely present work english translation authorized approved me authentic manual montessori method m montessori preface summary phil chenevert p |
| 5434 |
5396 |
5933 |
Machine Stops (version 3) |
E. M. Forster |
Science Fiction |
"The Machine Stops" is a science fiction short story by E. M. Forster. After initial publication in The Oxford and Cambridge Review (November 1909), the story was republished in Forster's The Eternal Moment and Other Stories in 1928. After being voted one of the best novellas up to 1965, it was included that same year in the populist anthology Modern Short Stories. The story describes a world in which most of the human population has lost the ability to live on the surface of the Earth. Each individual now lives in isolation below ground in a standard 'cell', with all bodily and spiritual needs met by the omnipotent, global Machine. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-stops-version-3-by-e-m-forster/ |
the machine stops science fiction short story e m forster initial publication oxford cambridge review november 1909 story republished forster s eternal moment stories 1928 voted one best novellas 1965 included year populist anthology modern short stories story describes world human population lost ability live surface earth individual lives isolation ground standard cell bodily spiritual needs met omnipotent global machine summary wikipedia p |
| 5435 |
5397 |
5934 |
Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral |
Phillis Wheatley |
Poetry |
Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American to publish a book of poetry in 1773. Born in West Africa, she was sold into slavery at age seven, and bought by a wealthy Massachusetts family who taught her to read and write. Her extraordinary literary gifts led to the publication of her "Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral," and to her eventual emancipation by her owners. Although some of the poems demonstrate an apparent acceptance of the racist values of the white slave-owning classes (which viewed Africans as savage), Wheatley's considerable talents simultaneously contradicted these stereotypes. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1773 |
https://librivox.org/poems-on-various-subjects-religious-and-moral-by-phillis-wheatley/ |
phillis wheatley first african american publish book poetry 1773 born west africa sold slavery age seven bought wealthy massachusetts family taught read write extraordinary literary gifts led publication poems various subjects religious moral eventual emancipation owners although poems demonstrate apparent acceptance racist values white slave owning classes which viewed africans savage wheatley s considerable talents simultaneously contradicted stereotypes summary elizabeth klett p |
| 5436 |
5415 |
5953 |
Bible (KJV) 15: Ezra |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Ezra was originally attached as one volume with the Book of Nehemiah. It was first separated from Nehemiah in the Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible. The Book tells the story of the Hebrew exiles who returned to Israel from Babylon. It recounts the story of faith and leadership in rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem. (Summary by Simon)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/ezra-king-james-version/ |
book ezra originally attached one volume book nehemiah first separated nehemiah latin vulgate translation bible book tells story hebrew exiles returned israel babylon recounts story faith leadership rebuilding temple jerusalem summary simon p |
| 5437 |
5398 |
5935 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 21) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction |
This is volume 4 chapter 21 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 19th century English and world politics.<br>(Jim Mowatt)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-4-chapter-21-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 21 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 19th century english world politics br jim mowatt p |
| 5438 |
5399 |
5936 |
With the Turks in Palestine |
Alexander Aaronsohn |
*Non-fiction, History |
While Belgium is bleeding and hoping, while Poland suffers and dreams of liberation, while Serbia is waiting for redemption, there is a little country the soul of which is torn to pieces—a little country that is so remote, so remote that her ardent sighs cannot be heard.<br /><br />It is the country of perpetual sacrifice, the country that saw Abraham build the altar upon which he was ready to immolate his only son, the country that Moses saw from a distance, stretching in beauty and loveliness,—a land of promise never to be attained,—the country that gave the world its symbols of soul and spirit. Palestine!<br /><br />No war correspondents, no Red Cross or relief committees have gone to Palestine, because no actual fighting has taken place there, and yet hundreds of thousands are suffering there that worst of agonies, the agony of the spirit.<br /><br />Those who have devoted their lives to show the world that Palestine can be made again a country flowing with milk and honey, those who have dreamed of reviving the spirit of the prophets and the great teachers, are hanged and persecuted and exiled, their dreams shattered, their holy places profaned, their work ruined. Cut off from the world, with no bread to sustain the starving body, the heavy boot of a barbarian soldiery trampling their very soul, the dreamers of Palestine refuse to surrender, and amidst the clash of guns and swords they are battling for the spirit with the weapons of the spirit.<br /><br />The time has not yet come to write the record of these battles, nor even to attempt to render justice to the sublime heroes of Palestine. This book is merely the story of some of the personal experiences of one who has done less and suffered less than thousands of his comrades.(Summary from the Introduction) <p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/with-the-turks-in-palestine-by-alexander-aaronsohn/ |
belgium bleeding hoping poland suffers dreams liberation serbia waiting redemption little country soul torn pieces a little country remote remote ardent sighs cannot heard br br it country perpetual sacrifice country saw abraham build altar upon ready immolate son country moses saw distance stretching beauty loveliness a land promise never attained the country gave world symbols soul spirit palestine br br no war correspondents red cross relief committees gone palestine actual fighting taken place there yet hundreds thousands suffering worst agonies agony spirit br br those devoted lives show world palestine made country flowing milk honey dreamed reviving spirit prophets great teachers hanged persecuted exiled dreams shattered holy places profaned work ruined cut world bread sustain starving body heavy boot barbarian soldiery trampling soul dreamers palestine refuse surrender amidst clash guns swords battling spirit weapons spirit br br the time yet come write record battles even attempt render justice sublime heroes palestine book merely story personal experiences one done less suffered less thousands comrades summary introduction p |
| 5439 |
5400 |
5937 |
Navidad en las Montañas |
Ignacio Manuel Altamirano |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, House & Home |
Altamirano nos da a creer que este cuento es una historia verídica, que le fue contada por el narrador. Es, simplemente, la historia de un soldado que se encuentra con un cura en las montañas el día de Nochebuena, y pasa con él y con su pueblo la noche de fiestas. (Resumen de Karen Savage)<p> |
Spanish |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/la-navidad-en-las-montanas-by-ignacio-manuel-altamirano/ |
altamirano nos da creer que este cuento es una historia verídica que le fue contada por el narrador es simplemente la historia de un soldado que se encuentra con un cura en las montañas el día de nochebuena pasa con él con su pueblo la noche de fiestas resumen de karen savage p |
| 5440 |
5401 |
5938 |
Genial Idiot |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction |
John Kendrick Bangs once again takes us on a journey with the loveable, but somewhat self-opinionated and irritating Mr Idiot. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-genial-idiot-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
john kendrick bangs takes us journey loveable somewhat self opinionated irritating mr idiot summary michele eaton p |
| 5441 |
5402 |
5939 |
Jerusalem - The Emanation of the Giant Albion |
William Blake |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
The epic poem Jerusalem was in Blake's own opinion his masterpiece. It is the last of the great prophetic books. Originally produced as an engraved book of 100 pages (only one copy of which was every fully finished in the colouring), the poem develops and unifies many of the themes Blake had been exploring in earlier works. It is a complex and powerful work, full of dramatic imagery and sublime poetry. You might think of it like a poetic version of a Wagner opera. The edition read here is the first printed version of the poem - which was impossibly hard to read in the original. This then was the first opportunity to really explore it. However in his introduction Blake implies that the way to experience this work is to read it aloud rather than in your head. I can only agree, and I can also understand why few will do it. Although, somewhat inevitably, it is hard to do justice to the original, I hope this will give a flavour of this neglected gem. (Introduction by Nick Duncan)</p> |
English |
1804 |
https://librivox.org/jerusalem-the-emanation-of-the-giant-albion-by-william-blake/ |
epic poem jerusalem blake s opinion masterpiece last great prophetic books originally produced engraved book 100 pages only one copy every fully finished colouring poem develops unifies many themes blake exploring earlier works complex powerful work full dramatic imagery sublime poetry might think like poetic version wagner opera edition read first printed version poem impossibly hard read original first opportunity really explore it however introduction blake implies way experience work read aloud rather head agree also understand it although somewhat inevitably hard justice original hope give flavour neglected gem introduction nick duncan p |
| 5442 |
5403 |
5940 |
Short Poetry Collection 101 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2011.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-101-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers october 2011 br br |
| 5443 |
5404 |
5941 |
אצל Etsel |
אורי ניסן גנסין Uri Nissan Gnessin |
General Fiction |
Uri Nissan Gnessin was a Russian Jewish writer, generally considered a pioneer of modern Hebrew literature. His first book was published in 1904. In 1906 he co-founded the Hebrew-language publishing house Nisyonot (Attempts), and after moving to London in 1907, he co-edited (with Hayim Yosef Brenner) <i>Ha'Meorer</i>, a Hebrew periodical. Later he emigrated to Palestine but returned to Russia, then moved to Warsaw, where he died in 1913 of a heart attack. Gnessin wrote in a unique style of prose notable for its expressionistic language form. The story "Etsel" is about a young man suffering severe heart disease, unable to love or accept the love of several women around him. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/etsel-by-gnessin-uri-nissan/ |
uri nissan gnessin russian jewish writer generally considered pioneer modern hebrew literature first book published 1904 1906 co founded hebrew language publishing house nisyonot attempts moving london 1907 co edited with hayim yosef brenner i ha meorer i hebrew periodical later emigrated palestine returned russia moved warsaw died 1913 heart attack gnessin wrote unique style prose notable expressionistic language form story etsel young man suffering severe heart disease unable love accept love several women around him summary wikipedia omri lernau p |
| 5444 |
5407 |
5944 |
Defense of the Augsburg Confession |
Philipp Melanchthon |
Christianity - Other |
The Apology of the Augsburg Confession was written by Philip Melanchthon during and after the 1530 Diet of Augsburg as a response to the Pontifical Confutation of the Augsburg Confession, Charles V's commissioned official Roman Catholic response to the Lutheran Augsburg Confession of June 25, 1530. It was intended to be a defense of the Augsburg Confession and a refutation of the Confutation. It was signed as a confession of faith by leading Lutheran magnates and clergy at the meeting of the Smalcald League in February, 1537, and subsequently included in the German [1580] and Latin [1584] Book of Concord. As the longest document in the Book of Concord, it offers the most detailed Lutheran response to the Roman Catholicism of that day as well as an extensive Lutheran exposition of the doctrine of Justification. (By Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\nProof-listened by both Jeanie & Dawn Larsen<br/><br/> |
English |
1531 |
https://librivox.org/the-defense-of-the-augsburg-confession-by-philip-melanchthon/ |
apology augsburg confession written philip melanchthon 1530 diet augsburg response pontifical confutation augsburg confession charles v s commissioned official roman catholic response lutheran augsburg confession june 25 1530 intended defense augsburg confession refutation confutation signed confession faith leading lutheran magnates clergy meeting smalcald league february 1537 subsequently included german 1580 latin 1584 book concord longest document book concord offers detailed lutheran response roman catholicism day well extensive lutheran exposition doctrine justification by wikipedia br br proof listened jeanie dawn larsen br br |
| 5445 |
5408 |
5945 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 3 |
Agnes Strickland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elizabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br></br>Volume three includes the biographies of Isabella of Valois, Joanna of Navarre, Katherine of Valois, Margaret of Anjou, Elizabeth Woodville and Anne of Warwick. (Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-3-by-agnes-strickland-elisabeth-strickland/ |
lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elizabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume three includes biographies isabella valois joanna navarre katherine valois margaret anjou elizabeth woodville anne warwick introduction ann boulais p |
| 5446 |
5409 |
5946 |
Adventskalender 2011 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. - 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme. (Zusammenfassung von Elli)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2011-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 24 dezember eine aufnahme zusammenfassung von elli p |
| 5447 |
5410 |
5948 |
Bird in a Gilded Cage |
Arthur J. Lamb |
Poetry, Ballads, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of A Bird in a Gilded Cage by Arthur J. Lamb. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 2, 2011.<br><br>"A Bird in a Gilded Cage" is a song composed by Arthur J. Lamb (lyrics) and Harry Von Tilzer (music). It was a sentimental ballad (or tear-jerker) that became one of the most popular songs of 1900, reportedly selling more than two million copies in sheet music. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/a-bird-in-a-gilded-cage-by-arthur-j-lamb/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings bird gilded cage arthur j lamb weekly poetry project october 2 2011 br br a bird gilded cage song composed arthur j lamb lyrics harry von tilzer music sentimental ballad or tear jerker became one popular songs 1900 reportedly selling two million copies sheet music summary wikipedia p |
| 5448 |
5411 |
5949 |
Little Tales of the Desert |
Ethel Twycross Foster |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Animals & Nature |
A six year-old girl named Mary spends Christmas vacation with her parents in the Arizona desert of 1901 or thereabouts. ( Summary by BellonaTimes )</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/little-tales-of-the-desert-by-ethel-twycross-foster/ |
six year old girl named mary spends christmas vacation parents arizona desert 1901 thereabouts summary bellonatimes p |
| 5449 |
5412 |
5950 |
Old Man Travelling; Animal Tranquillity and Decay |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Old Man Travelling; Animal Tranquillity and Decay, a Sketch by William Wordsworth. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 2, 2011.<br><br>In 1842 the government awarded Wordsworth a civil list pension amounting to £300 a year. With the death in 1843 of Robert Southey, Wordsworth became the Poet Laureate. He initially refused the honour, saying he was too old, but accepted when Prime Minister Robert Peel assured him "you shall have nothing required of you" (he became the only laureate to write no official poetry). When his daughter, Dora, died in 1847, his production of poetry came to a standstill. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/old-man-travelling-animal-tranquillity-and-decay-a-sketch-by-william-wordsworth/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings old man travelling animal tranquillity decay sketch william wordsworth fortnightly poetry project october 2 2011 br br in 1842 government awarded wordsworth civil list pension amounting 300 year death 1843 robert southey wordsworth became poet laureate initially refused honour saying old accepted prime minister robert peel assured you shall nothing required you he became laureate write official poetry daughter dora died 1847 production poetry came standstill summary wikipedia p |
| 5450 |
5413 |
5951 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2011 |
Various |
Music, Christianity - Other |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you this year's selection of 25 sacred and secular carols and Christmas songs, in English, German and Latin. <br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2011-by-various/ |
br librivox volunteers bring year s selection 25 sacred secular carols christmas songs english german latin br br |
| 5451 |
5414 |
5952 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2011 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Christianity - Other |
<br />This year's Christmas feast of short stories, essays and poetry is mostly English cuisine, with a little dash of French and Middle English seasoning. Here you will find many old favourites, and some festive treats which may be new to you.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-2011-by-various/ |
br this year s christmas feast short stories essays poetry mostly english cuisine little dash french middle english seasoning find many old favourites festive treats may new you br br |
| 5452 |
5451 |
5990 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 019 |
Various |
Anthologies |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-019-by-various/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 5453 |
5416 |
5954 |
Headlong Hall (dramatic reading) |
Thomas Love Peacock |
Dramatic Readings, Satire |
Headlong Hall is the first novel by Thomas Love Peacock, published in 1815 (dated 1816). As in his later novel Crotchet Castle, Peacock assembles a group of eccentrics, each with a single monomaniacal obsession, and derives humor and social satire from their various interactions and conversations. The setting is the country estate of Squire Harry Headlong Ap-Rhaiader, Esq. in Wales. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong> \n<br><p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>\nMr. Escot: <a href="http://frickerjohn.wordpress.com/about">John Fricker</a><br>\nMr. Foster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6670">Mike Pelton</a><br>\nMr. Jenkison: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nReverend Doctor Gaster & Mr. Chromatic: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. Milestone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nHarry Headlong, Esquire & Old Squire: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nMr. MacLaurel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>\nMr. Cranium, Mr. Panscope, Graziosa Chromatic, Mr. Nightshade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nThe Sexton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>\nMiss Brindle-mew: <a href="http://golding.wordpress.com/">Ruth Golding</a><br>\nCephalis & Tenorina Chromatic: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>\nMr. Gall & Mr. Treacle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6959">hoardac</a><br>\nSir Patrick O'Prism: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>\nMiss Philomela Poppyseed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>\nCaprioletta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Amy Gramour\n</p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/headlong-hall-by-thomas-love-peacock/ |
headlong hall first novel thomas love peacock published 1815 dated 1816 later novel crotchet castle peacock assembles group eccentrics single monomaniacal obsession derives humor social satire various interactions conversations setting country estate squire harry headlong ap rhaiader esq wales summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p narrator a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br mr escot a href http frickerjohn wordpress com about john fricker a br mr foster a href http librivox org reader 6670 mike pelton a br mr jenkison a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br reverend doctor gaster mr chromatic a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr milestone a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br harry headlong esquire old squire a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mr maclaurel a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br mr cranium mr panscope graziosa chromatic mr nightshade a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br sexton a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br miss brindle mew a href http golding wordpress com ruth golding a br cephalis tenorina chromatic a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br mr gall mr treacle a href http librivox org reader 6959 hoardac a br sir patrick o prism a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br miss philomela poppyseed a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br caprioletta a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br br strong audio edited by strong amy gramour p |
| 5454 |
5417 |
5955 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 08 |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the eighth volume, 40 short stories and poems have been gathered from 35 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-08-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this eighth volume 40 short stories poems gathered 35 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 5455 |
5418 |
5956 |
Diversions in Sicily |
Henry Festing Jones |
Sports & Recreation, Travel & Geography |
Samuel Butler's biographer dedicates his urbane account of the culture and entertainments of rural Sicily to the unborn son of his guide to them. (Summary by R. S. Steinberg)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/diversions-in-sicily-by-henry-festing-jones/ |
samuel butler s biographer dedicates urbane account culture entertainments rural sicily unborn son guide them summary r s steinberg p |
| 5456 |
5419 |
5957 |
Black Poodle and Other Tales |
F. Anstey |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />This is a collection of ten humorous short stories (Summary by Carolin)<br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-poodle-and-other-tales-by-anstey-f/ |
br this collection ten humorous short stories summary carolin br br |
| 5457 |
5420 |
5958 |
Feast of St. Friend |
Arnold Bennett |
*Non-fiction, House & Home, Self-Help |
<br />In <i>The Feast of St. Friend, a Christmas book</i>, Arnold Bennett shares his views on Christmas as the season of goodwill. As always, Bennett's writing includes some thought-provoking ideas liberally spiced with his wry sense of humour, and as always too, you can barely believe it was written so long ago. This was published exactly 100 years ago, in 1911. (Introduction by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-feast-of-st-friend-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br in i the feast st friend christmas book i arnold bennett shares views christmas season goodwill always bennett s writing includes thought provoking ideas liberally spiced wry sense humour always too barely believe written long ago published exactly 100 years ago 1911 introduction ruth golding br br |
| 5458 |
5421 |
5959 |
Torah (JPSA) 01: Genesis |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles, Religion |
The first book of the Pentateuch - Genesis. Presented according to weekly parshah.<br><br>Praised are You, Adonai, Our G-d, ruler of the Universe, who has made us holy with commandments and commanded us to engage in the study of Torah.<br>(Summary by Linette Geisel and traditional prayer) Parshat descriptions provided by Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/genesis-jpsa-by-jewish-publication-society-of-america/ |
first book pentateuch genesis presented according weekly parshah br br praised you adonai g d ruler universe made us holy commandments commanded us engage study torah br summary linette geisel traditional prayer parshat descriptions provided wikipedia p |
| 5459 |
5422 |
5960 |
Zanoni |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Zanoni, a timeless Rosicrucian brother, cannot fall in love without losing his power of immortality; but he does fall in love with Viola Pisani, a promising young opera singer from Naples, the daughter of Pisani, a misunderstood Italian violinist. An English gentleman named Glyndon loves Viola as well, but is indecisive about proposing marriage, and then renounces his love in order to pursue occult study. The story develops in the days of the French Revolution in 1789. Zanoni has lived since the Chaldean civilization. His master Mejnor warns him against a love affair but Zanoni does not heed. He finally marries Viola and they have a child. As Zanoni experiences an increase in humanity, he begins to lose his gift of immortality.( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/zanoni-by-edward-bulwer-lytton/ |
zanoni timeless rosicrucian brother cannot fall love without losing power immortality fall love viola pisani promising young opera singer naples daughter pisani misunderstood italian violinist english gentleman named glyndon loves viola well indecisive proposing marriage renounces love order pursue occult study story develops days french revolution 1789 zanoni lived since chaldean civilization master mejnor warns love affair zanoni heed finally marries viola child zanoni experiences increase humanity begins lose gift immortality summary wikipedia p |
| 5460 |
5423 |
5961 |
Eminent Victorians |
Giles Lytton Strachey |
Biography & Autobiography |
On Modern Library's list of 100 Best Non-Fiction books, "Eminent Victorians" marked an epoch in the art of biography; it also helped to crack the old myths of high Victorianism and to usher in a new spirit by which chauvinism, hypocrisy and the stiff upper lip were debunked. In it, Strachey cleverly exposes the self-seeking ambitions of Cardinal Manning and the manipulative, neurotic Florence Nightingale; and in his essays on Dr Arnold and General Gordon, his quarries are not only his subjects but also the public-school system and the whole structure of nineteenth-century liberal values.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/eminent-victorians-by-giles-lytton-strachey/ |
modern library s list 100 best non fiction books eminent victorians marked epoch art biography also helped crack old myths high victorianism usher new spirit chauvinism hypocrisy stiff upper lip debunked it strachey cleverly exposes self seeking ambitions cardinal manning manipulative neurotic florence nightingale essays dr arnold general gordon quarries subjects also public school system whole structure nineteenth century liberal values p |
| 5461 |
5452 |
5992 |
Bible (KJV) 24: Jeremiah |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Jeremiah is the second of the Latter Prophets in the Hebrew Bible, following the book of Isaiah and preceding Ezekiel and the Book of the Twelve. (The order is somewhat different in the Christian Old Testament). It derives its name from, and records the visions of, Jeremiah, who lived in Jerusalem in the late 7th and early 6th centuries BCE during the time of king Josiah and the fall of the Kingdom of Judah to the Babylonians. <br/><br/>The book can be divided into roughly 6 sections and uses poetic, narrative, and biographical genres that are interspersed throughout the book. The breakdown of sections is as follows:<br/>Chapters 1-25 (The earliest and main core of Jeremiah's message)<br/>Chapters 26-29 (Biographic material and interaction with other prophets)<br/>Chapters 30-33 (God's promise of restoration)<br/>Chapters 34-45 (Mostly interaction with Zedekiah and the fall of Jerusalem)<br/>Chapters 46-51 (Divine punishment to the nations surrounding Israel)<br/>Chapter 52 (Appendix that retells 2 Kings 24:18-25:30)<br/>(Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/jeremiah-king-james-version/ |
book jeremiah second latter prophets hebrew bible following book isaiah preceding ezekiel book twelve the order somewhat different christian old testament derives name from records visions of jeremiah lived jerusalem late 7th early 6th centuries bce time king josiah fall kingdom judah babylonians br br the book divided roughly 6 sections uses poetic narrative biographical genres interspersed throughout book breakdown sections follows br chapters 1 25 the earliest main core jeremiah s message br chapters 26 29 biographic material interaction prophets br chapters 30 33 god s promise restoration br chapters 34 45 mostly interaction zedekiah fall jerusalem br chapters 46 51 divine punishment nations surrounding israel br chapter 52 appendix retells 2 kings 24 18 25 30 br summary wikipedia br br |
| 5462 |
5424 |
5962 |
Tarzan the Terrible |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<p>In the previous novel, during the early days of World War I, Tarzan discovered that his wife Jane was not killed in a fire set by German troops, but was in fact alive. In this novel two months have gone by and Tarzan is continuing to search for Jane. He has tracked her to a hidden valley called Pal-ul-don, which means "Land of Men." In Pal-ul-don Tarzan finds a real Jurassic Park filled with dinosaurs, notably the savageTriceratops-like Gryfs, which unlike their prehistoric counterparts are carnivorous. The lost valley is also home to two different races of tailed human-looking creatures, the Ho-don (hairless and white skinned) and the Waz-don (hairy and black-skinned). Tarzan befriends Ta-den, a Ho-don warrior, and Om-at, the Waz-don chief of the tribe of Kor-ul-ja. In this new world he becomes a captive but so impresses his captors with his accomplishments and skills that they name him Tarzan-Jad-Guru (Tarzan the Terrible), which is the name of the novel (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-the-terrible-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
p in previous novel early days world war i tarzan discovered wife jane killed fire set german troops fact alive novel two months gone tarzan continuing search jane tracked hidden valley called pal ul don means land men pal ul don tarzan finds real jurassic park filled dinosaurs notably savagetriceratops like gryfs unlike prehistoric counterparts carnivorous lost valley also home two different races tailed human looking creatures ho don hairless white skinned waz don hairy black skinned tarzan befriends ta den ho don warrior om at waz don chief tribe kor ul ja new world becomes captive impresses captors accomplishments skills name tarzan jad guru tarzan terrible name novel introduction wikipedia p |
| 5463 |
5425 |
5963 |
Phantom Lover |
Vernon Lee |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<i>A Phantom Lover</i> is a supernatural novella by Vernon Lee (pseudonym of Violet Paget) first published in 1886. Set in a Kentish manor house, the story concerns a portrait painter commissioned by a squire, William Oke, to produce portraits of him and his wife, the eccentric Mrs. Alice Oke, who bears a striking resemblance to a woman in a mysterious, seventeenth century painting. (Summary by Anthony Leslie)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-phantom-lover-by-vernon-lee/ |
i a phantom lover i supernatural novella vernon lee pseudonym violet paget first published 1886 set kentish manor house story concerns portrait painter commissioned squire william oke produce portraits wife eccentric mrs alice oke bears striking resemblance woman mysterious seventeenth century painting summary anthony leslie p |
| 5464 |
5426 |
5964 |
Bible (KJV) 16: Nehemiah |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Nehemiah is a book of the Hebrew Bible. Told largely in the form of a first-person memoir, it concerns the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem by Nehemiah, a Jew who is a high official at the Persian court, and the dedication of the city and its people to God's laws (torah). The events take place in the second half of the 5th century BCE, and together with the Book of Ezra, it represents the final chapter in the historical narrative of the Hebrew Bible.<br/><br/>\n\nThe book tells how Nehemiah, at the court of the king in Susa, is informed that Jerusalem is without walls and resolves to restore them. The king appoints him as governor of Judah and he travels to Jerusalem. There he rebuilds the walls, despite the opposition of Israel's enemies, and reforms the community in conformity with the law of Moses. After an absence in Susa he returns to find that the Israelites have been backsliding, taking non-Jewish wives, and stays to enforce the Law. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/nehemiah-king-james-version-2/ |
book nehemiah book hebrew bible told largely form first person memoir concerns rebuilding walls jerusalem nehemiah jew high official persian court dedication city people god s laws torah events take place second half 5th century bce together book ezra represents final chapter historical narrative hebrew bible br br book tells nehemiah court king susa informed jerusalem without walls resolves restore them king appoints governor judah travels jerusalem rebuilds walls despite opposition israel s enemies reforms community conformity law moses absence susa returns find israelites backsliding taking non jewish wives stays enforce law summary wikipedia br br |
| 5465 |
5427 |
5965 |
New Atlantis |
Francis Bacon |
General Fiction |
In 1623, Francis Bacon expressed his aspirations and ideas in New Atlantis. Released in 1627, this was his creation of an ideal land where people were kind, knowledgeable, and civic-minded. Part of this new land was his perfect college, a vision for our modern research universities. Islands he had visited may have served as models for his ideas. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1627 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-atlantis-by-francis-bacon/ |
1623 francis bacon expressed aspirations ideas new atlantis released 1627 creation ideal land people kind knowledgeable civic minded part new land perfect college vision modern research universities islands visited may served models ideas summary wikipedia p |
| 5466 |
5428 |
5966 |
Bacon |
Richard William Church |
General Fiction |
This investigation of Bacon the scholar and man of letters begins with a look at the early days ang progresses to his relationships with Queen Elizabeth and James I. It includes accounts of his positions as solicitor general, attorney-general, and chancellor. The book concludes with Bacon's failure, his overall philosophy, and summaries of his writings. ( Summary by Bill Boerst )<p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/bacon-by-richard-william-church/ |
investigation bacon scholar man letters begins look early days ang progresses relationships queen elizabeth james i includes accounts positions solicitor general attorney general chancellor book concludes bacon s failure overall philosophy summaries writings summary bill boerst p |
| 5467 |
5429 |
5967 |
Grace Harlowe's Problem |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, School |
The four series follow Grace Harlowe and her friends through high school, college, abroad during World War I, and on adventures around America. The College Girls Series sees the friends part ways: Grace, Anne, and Miriam depart for Overton College, while Jessica and Nora attend a conservatory. The Eight Originals gather on holidays, but the seven College books focus on the three at Overton, along with new friends like J. Elfreda Briggs. They form Semper Fidelis, a society devoted to aiding less fortunate students at Overton. Following graduation, Grace rebuffs offers of marriage for "what she had firmly believed to be her destined work," managing Harlowe House at Overton. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-problem-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
four series follow grace harlowe friends high school college abroad world war i adventures around america college girls series sees friends part ways grace anne miriam depart overton college jessica nora attend conservatory eight originals gather holidays seven college books focus three overton along new friends like j elfreda briggs form semper fidelis society devoted aiding less fortunate students overton following graduation grace rebuffs offers marriage what firmly believed destined work managing harlowe house overton summary wikipedia p |
| 5468 |
5430 |
5968 |
Stretton Street Affair |
William Le Queux |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Hugh Gabriel has recently been repatriated from the war and has rejoined his old firm as an electrical engineer. On the way to visit his uncle one night, he is asked by a servant if he would be willing to meet with his wealthy master who is in some distress. Hugh becomes witness to, and directly involved with, a dastardly murder. Or has he? Who is this mysterious millionaire Oswald De Gex he has been asked to meet with? Is Doctor Moroni an honest physician or a diabolical monster? And what about the fair Gabrielle - but then, is there more than one Gabrielle? Le Queux, the Master of Mystery once again weaves an intricate plot which takes Hugh Gabriel to locations throughout Europe as he tries to unravel a scheme that he does not understand, nor why he is involved. ( Summary by Tom Weiss )</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-stretton-street-affair-by-william-le-queux/ |
p hugh gabriel recently repatriated war rejoined old firm electrical engineer way visit uncle one night asked servant would willing meet wealthy master distress hugh becomes witness to directly involved with dastardly murder he mysterious millionaire oswald de gex asked meet with doctor moroni honest physician diabolical monster fair gabrielle then one gabrielle le queux master mystery weaves intricate plot takes hugh gabriel locations throughout europe tries unravel scheme understand involved summary tom weiss p |
| 5469 |
5431 |
5969 |
Cousin Henry |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
Indefer Jones struggles to name an heir to his estate. Will he choose his favorite niece, Isabel, or a male heir? The story turns on the trouble that arises when Indefer fails to tell anyone his final decision before passing away. ( Summary by Jean Bascom )</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/cousin-henry-by-anthony-trollope/ |
indefer jones struggles name heir estate choose favorite niece isabel male heir story turns trouble arises indefer fails tell anyone final decision passing away summary jean bascom p |
| 5470 |
5432 |
5970 |
Fairies and the Christmas Child |
Lilian Gask |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The worst of being a Christmas Child is that you don’t get birthday presents, but only Christmas ones. Old Naylor, who was Father’s coachman, and had a great gruff voice that came from his boots and was rather frightening, used to ask how I expected to grow up without proper birthdays, and I thought I might have to stay little always. When I told Father this he laughed, but a moment later he grew quite grave.<br>“Listen, Chris,” he said. And then he took me on his knee - I was a small chap then - and told me things that made me forget old Naylor, and wish and wish that Mother could have stayed with us. The angels had wanted her, Father explained; well, we wanted her too, and there were plenty of angels in heaven, anyway. When I said this Father gave me a great squeeze and put me down, and I tried to be glad that I was a Christmas child. But I wasn’t really until a long time afterwards, when I had found the Fairy Ring, and met the Queen of the Fairies... (Summary by PG)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairies-and-the-christmas-child-by-lilian-gask/ |
worst christmas child don t get birthday presents christmas ones old naylor father s coachman great gruff voice came boots rather frightening used ask expected grow without proper birthdays thought might stay little always told father laughed moment later grew quite grave br listen chris said took knee small chap told things made forget old naylor wish wish mother could stayed us angels wanted her father explained well wanted too plenty angels heaven anyway said father gave great squeeze put down tried glad christmas child wasn t really long time afterwards found fairy ring met queen fairies summary pg p |
| 5471 |
5433 |
5971 |
Ice Palace (version 3) |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Romance |
The story is about Sally Carrol Happer, a young southern woman from the fictional city of Tarleton, Georgia, who becomes engaged one summer to Harry Bellamy, a man from an unspecified northern town. The following winter, on a visit to Harry's home town to meet Harry's family, Sally Carrol begins to have second thoughts... ( Summary by BellonaTimes, with help from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-ice-palace-version-3-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
story sally carrol happer young southern woman fictional city tarleton georgia becomes engaged one summer harry bellamy man unspecified northern town following winter visit harry s home town meet harry s family sally carrol begins second thoughts summary bellonatimes help wikipedia p |
| 5472 |
5434 |
5972 |
Anything Once |
Isabel Ostrander |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
<br />An unlikely pair of wanderers they were; the orphan girl Lou and her travelling partner Jim Botts. Jim appeared in need of following some apparent 'rules' during the journey, while Lou seemed in need of better clothing, and perhaps some refinement. But who was most benefitting whom on the week-long journey from rural village to big city? And which of the two was willing to try anything once? (Introduction by Roger Melin)<br /><br /><em>Written by Isabel Ostrander under the pseudonym Douglas Grant.</em><br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/anything-once-by-douglas-grant-aka-isabel-ostrander/ |
br an unlikely pair wanderers were orphan girl lou travelling partner jim botts jim appeared need following apparent rules journey lou seemed need better clothing perhaps refinement benefitting week long journey rural village big city two willing try anything once introduction roger melin br br em written isabel ostrander pseudonym douglas grant em br br |
| 5473 |
5435 |
5973 |
October (Coates version) |
Florence Earle Coates |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of October by Florence Earle Coates. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 9, 2011.<br><br>Mrs. Coates gained notoriety both at home and abroad for her works of poetry—nearly three-hundred of which were published in literary magazines such as the Atlantic Monthly, Scribner's Magazine, The Literary Digest, Lippincott's, The Century Magazine, and Harper's. Many of her poems were set to music by composers such as Mrs. H. H. A. Beach (Amy Cheney Beach), Clayton Johns, and Charles Gilbert Spross. In 1915, Florence was unanimously elected poet laureate of Pennsylvania by the state's Federation of Women's Clubs. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/october-by-florence-earle-coates/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings october florence earle coates weekly poetry project october 9 2011 br br mrs coates gained notoriety home abroad works poetry nearly three hundred published literary magazines atlantic monthly scribner s magazine literary digest lippincott s century magazine harper s many poems set music composers mrs h h a beach amy cheney beach clayton johns charles gilbert spross 1915 florence unanimously elected poet laureate pennsylvania state s federation women s clubs summary wikipedia p |
| 5474 |
5996 |
6562 |
Epimenides Erwachen |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Drama |
Doch was dem Abgrund kühn entstiegen,<br>\nKann durch ein ehernes Geschick<br>\nDen halben Weltkreis übersiegen,<br>\nZum Abgrund muß es doch zurück.<br>\n(aus dem Text)<br><br>\n\n<a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=redaer german&sort=-publicdate">Internet Archive: weitere gemeinfreie redaer Aufnahmen</a> |
German |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/des-epimenides-erwachen-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
doch dem abgrund kühn entstiegen br kann durch ein ehernes geschick br den halben weltkreis übersiegen br zum abgrund muß es doch zurück br aus dem text br br a href http www archive org search php query redaer german sort publicdate internet archive weitere gemeinfreie redaer aufnahmen a |
| 5475 |
5436 |
5974 |
Endowments of Man Considered in Their Relations with His Final End |
William Bernard Ullathorne |
*Non-fiction |
William Bernard Ullathorne was a Benedictine monk and Roman Catholic priest who ministered in Australia from 1833 until 1840 and then returned to his native England, where he was ordained a bishop in 1847 and served as Roman Catholic Bishop of Birmingham from 1850 until 1888. He is best known for his catechetical trilogy: The Endowments of Man, The Groundwork of the Christian Virtues, and Christian Patience, published in the 1880s. The Endowments of Man is presented in fourteen lectures, adapted from lectures originally delivered to clerics in Olton, England, at St. Bernard's Seminary, which Bishop Ullathorne founded in 1873. In these lectures, Ullathorne lays a foundation for the practice of the Christian virtues. Copiously citing Sacred Scripture and the writings of Fathers and Doctors of the Church, he presents sound theological doctrines and philosophical principles precisely and thoroughly as he traces the history of man from his creation and origin in God, to his tragic fall, to his restoration and regeneration in Jesus Christ, and finally to his glorious end in beatific union with God. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-endowments-of-man-considered-in-their-relations-with-his-final-end-by-william-bernard-ullathorne/ |
william bernard ullathorne benedictine monk roman catholic priest ministered australia 1833 1840 returned native england ordained bishop 1847 served roman catholic bishop birmingham 1850 1888 best known catechetical trilogy endowments man groundwork christian virtues christian patience published 1880s endowments man presented fourteen lectures adapted lectures originally delivered clerics olton england st bernard s seminary bishop ullathorne founded 1873 lectures ullathorne lays foundation practice christian virtues copiously citing sacred scripture writings fathers doctors church presents sound theological doctrines philosophical principles precisely thoroughly traces history man creation origin god tragic fall restoration regeneration jesus christ finally glorious end beatific union god introduction dave7 p |
| 5476 |
5437 |
5975 |
Lovels of Arden |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction, Romance |
The novel traces the return of a young Englishwoman from several years of schooling abroad, to find that her life will not take up where she thought it would. Clarissa Lovel faced not only an emotionally and financially bereft father, but her first glimpse at love - and that not from the best vantage point. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-lovels-of-arden-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
novel traces return young englishwoman several years schooling abroad find life take thought would clarissa lovel faced emotionally financially bereft father first glimpse love best vantage point summary cathy barratt p |
| 5477 |
5438 |
5976 |
Journal of a Voyage to Lisbon |
Henry Fielding |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Sailing voyage from England to Portugal in the mid Eighteenth Century, by one of the premier humorists, satirists, novelists and playwrights of his age. It was to be his last work, as his failing health proved unable to persevere much longer after the voyage. ( Summary by JCarson )</p> |
English |
1755 |
https://librivox.org/journal-of-a-voyage-to-lisbon-by-henry-fielding/ |
sailing voyage england portugal mid eighteenth century one premier humorists satirists novelists playwrights age last work failing health proved unable persevere much longer voyage summary jcarson p |
| 5478 |
5439 |
5977 |
Peer Gynt |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays, Poetry |
Peer is a dreamer, liar, excellent storyteller and an irresponsible person who avoids all problems. He uses and discards women and looks towards the grandiose, the unattainable. Despite of this, one can't help but like and feel sorry for Peer, as it is easy to recognize something of yourself in him. <p></p>\nPeer Gynt is the most well known Norwegian play throughout history and is based loosely on the folklore about Per Gynt. It is a dramatic poem in five acts, and has been aptly described as the story of a life based on procrastination and avoidance. The play is said to be a confrontation with the flock mentality Ibsen meant to recognize the typical Norwegian. ( Summary by Kristingj)\n</p>\n<b>Cast:</b><p>\nNarrator: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7515">Cynthia Moyer</a><br>\nYoung Peer Gynt: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nMiddleaged Peer Gynt: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nOld Peer Gynt: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>\nÅse: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nSolveig: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nThe Button Moulder: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>\nAnitra: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>\nHelga, Solveigs little sister: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>\nKari, the cottars wife: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>\nAslak the smith/ A Man Dressed in Mourning: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>\nSolveig's Father: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>\nSolveig's Mother: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nIngrid: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>\nThe Green Clad One / The Old Woman: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6942">PitFace</a><br>\nBegriffenfeldt/ Voice: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nThe Strange Passanger/ The Lean One: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nThe Cook: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a><br>\nThe Man of the Dovre/ An Old Man: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>\nA Voice in the Darkness: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/5911">Paul C. Newman</a><br>\nTrumpeterstrale/ The Thread Balls: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>\nMr. Cotton / Broken Straws: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>\nThe Priest: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nMemnon's statue / Withered Leaves: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nSchafmann / The Boy / Ninth Lad: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7306">Blake Curran</a><br>\nHuhu / Seventh Lad: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nFirst Woman / Bird Cries / A sighing in the air: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>\nSecond Woman / First Troll Witch: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>\nThird Woman / Second Troll Witch / Voices: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nFirst Man / An Officer / The New-Comer / A Man in Grey: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nSecond Man, elderly/ The Troll-Courtiers / The Oldest Troll-Courtier / First Keeper / The Bailiff: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nThird Man / First Slave / Second Keeper / The Keepers / Tenth Lad: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>\nFourth Man / Second Slave / A Fellah / An Elderly Man: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7500">Cliff Thompson</a><br>\nFirst Lad / Several Others / The Brat / First Young Man: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nSecond Lad / The Crowd / The Boatswain / Second Young Man: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nThird Lad / Several Voices / The Lookout / Third Young Man: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>\nFourth Lad / First Troll-Imp / The Mate / Sixth Lad: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>\nFifth Lad / Second Troll-Imp / Troll-Imps / Eight Lad: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>\nFirst Girl / Three Seater Girls / First Seater Girl: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>\nSecond Girl / Three Seater Girls / Second Seater Girl / Church-Goers: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6534">Helen Falconer</a><br>\nThird Girl / Three Seater Girls / Third Seater Girl: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/5968">Cathy Barratt</a><br>\nFourth Girl / Other Girls / A Troll-Maiden / Troll-Maidens: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>\nFifth Girl / Others: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>\nThe Thief / The Reciever: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>\nChorus of Girls: <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a>, <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a>, <a href="http://dev.librivox.org/reader/7525">Jeannie Tirado</a><p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/peer-gynt-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
peer dreamer liar excellent storyteller irresponsible person avoids problems uses discards women looks towards grandiose unattainable despite this one can t help like feel sorry peer easy recognize something him p p peer gynt well known norwegian play throughout history based loosely folklore per gynt dramatic poem five acts aptly described story life based procrastination avoidance play said confrontation flock mentality ibsen meant recognize typical norwegian summary kristingj p b cast b p narrator a href http dev librivox org reader 7515 cynthia moyer a br young peer gynt a href http dev librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br middleaged peer gynt a href http dev librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br old peer gynt a href http dev librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br åse a href http dev librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br solveig a href http dev librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br button moulder a href http dev librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br anitra a href http dev librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br helga solveigs little sister a href http dev librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br kari cottars wife a href http dev librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br aslak smith man dressed mourning a href http dev librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br solveig s father a href http dev librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br solveig s mother a href http dev librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br ingrid a href http dev librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br green clad one old woman a href http dev librivox org reader 6942 pitface a br begriffenfeldt voice a href http dev librivox org reader 4174 availle a br strange passanger lean one a href http dev librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br cook a href http dev librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br man dovre old man a href http dev librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br voice darkness a href http dev librivox org reader 5911 paul c newman a br trumpeterstrale thread balls a href http dev librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br mr cotton broken straws a href http dev librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br priest a href http dev librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br memnon s statue withered leaves a href http dev librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br schafmann boy ninth lad a href http dev librivox org reader 7306 blake curran a br huhu seventh lad a href http dev librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br first woman bird cries sighing air a href http dev librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br second woman first troll witch a href http dev librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br third woman second troll witch voices a href http dev librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first man officer new comer man grey a href http dev librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br second man elderly troll courtiers oldest troll courtier first keeper bailiff a href http dev librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br third man first slave second keeper keepers tenth lad a href http dev librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br fourth man second slave fellah elderly man a href http dev librivox org reader 7500 cliff thompson a br first lad several others brat first young man a href http dev librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br second lad crowd boatswain second young man a href http dev librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br third lad several voices lookout third young man a href http dev librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br fourth lad first troll imp mate sixth lad a href http dev librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br fifth lad second troll imp troll imps eight lad a href http dev librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br first girl three seater girls first seater girl a href http dev librivox org reader 6130 chyanne donnell a br second girl three seater girls second seater girl church goers a href http dev librivox org reader 6534 helen falconer a br third girl three seater girls third seater girl a href http dev librivox org reader 5968 cathy barratt a br fourth girl girls troll maiden troll maidens a href http dev librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br fifth girl others a href http dev librivox org reader 6947 grace a br thief reciever a href http dev librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br chorus girls a href http dev librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a a href http dev librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a a href http dev librivox org reader 7525 jeannie tirado a p |
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5440 |
5979 |
Fall of the Nibelungs |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"The Fall of the Nibelungs" is Margaret Armour's plain prose translation from the middle high German of the "Nibelungenlied", a poetic saga of uncertain authorship written about the year 1200. The story is believed by many to be based on the destruction of the Burgundians, a Germanic tribe, in 436 by mercenary Huns recruited for the task by the Roman general Flavius Aëtius. The introduction to the 1908 edition summarizes the story, "And so 'the discord of two women,' to quote Carlyle, 'is as a little spark of evil passion, which ere long enlarges itself into a crime; foul murder is done; and now the sin rolls on like a devouring fire, till the guilty and the innocent are alike encircled with it, and a whole land is ashes, and a whole race is swept away.'", a story not for the faint of heart. Summary by Phil Schempf.<br/><br/>Dedicated proof-listeners: Carolin Ksr & DaveC</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-fall-of-the-nibelungs-by-unknown/ |
the fall nibelungs margaret armour s plain prose translation middle high german nibelungenlied poetic saga uncertain authorship written year 1200 story believed many based destruction burgundians germanic tribe 436 mercenary huns recruited task roman general flavius aëtius introduction 1908 edition summarizes story and the discord two women quote carlyle is little spark evil passion ere long enlarges crime foul murder done sin rolls like devouring fire till guilty innocent alike encircled it whole land ashes whole race swept away story faint heart summary phil schempf br br dedicated proof listeners carolin ksr davec p |
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5441 |
5980 |
Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, Volumes I & II |
Lucy Aikin |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Memoirs of Queen Elizabeth from a variety of sources within the monarch's court, compiled and interpreted by Lucy Aikin. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-the-court-of-queen-elizabeth-by-lucy-aikin/ |
memoirs queen elizabeth variety sources within monarch s court compiled interpreted lucy aikin summary cathy barratt p |
| 5481 |
5442 |
5981 |
Bible (KJV) 14: 2 Chronicles |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
2 Chronicles was purportedly written by Ezra the scribe. It expounds the history of King Solomon and the kings came after him. It is very similar to 1 and 2 Kings, but centers primarily on the Temple as the Presence of God among the people. It is a history of the Kings of Israel. (Summary by Sundiata)<p>\n |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-chronicles-by-king-james-version/ |
2 chronicles purportedly written ezra scribe expounds history king solomon kings came him similar 1 2 kings centers primarily temple presence god among people history kings israel summary sundiata p |
| 5482 |
5443 |
5982 |
Princesse de Clèves |
Madame de La Fayette |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
La Princesse de Clèves, de Marie-Madeleine de La Fayette, fut publié anonymement en 1678 et connut un grand succès dès sa parution. \nSur la fastueuse toile de fond de la cour d’Henri II, la très jeune Mademoiselle de Chartres, parangon de beauté et de vertu, devient la Princesse de Clèves en épousant un homme exemplaire qu’elle estime sans pouvoir aimer. Ce n’est que trop tard que madame de Clèves rencontre son double masculin, le duc de Nemours, dont elle se découvre progressivement, et bien malgré elle, amoureuse. Au hasard de confessions, de portraits dérobés, de lettres égarées et de rencontres fortuites, c’est alors une lutte entre passion et devoir que le récit s’attache à dépeindre. \nLe contexte historique du milieu du XVIe siècle, dont les principaux événements politiques charpentent la narration, vient renforcer la grandeur du récit et la noblesse exceptionnelle des personnages, en qui tout – beauté, sagesse, grâce, ou passion – est superlatif. Par-delà son caractère de roman historique, le récit a également valeur de témoin littéraire du XVIIe siècle, par ses conversations précieuses, l’influence du jansénisme ou encore celle du théâtre classique. Les pauses introspectives qui ponctuent les événements et la complexité des sentiments que la narration retranscrit avec subtilité contribuent à faire de ce roman un texte fondateur dans l’histoire du roman moderne. (résumé par Isabelle)<p> |
French |
1678 |
https://librivox.org/la-princesse-de-cleves-by-madame-de-la-fayette/ |
la princesse de clèves de marie madeleine de la fayette fut publié anonymement en 1678 et connut un grand succès dès sa parution sur la fastueuse toile de fond de la cour d henri ii la très jeune mademoiselle de chartres parangon de beauté et de vertu devient la princesse de clèves en épousant un homme exemplaire qu elle estime sans pouvoir aimer ce n est que trop tard que madame de clèves rencontre son double masculin le duc de nemours dont elle se découvre progressivement et bien malgré elle amoureuse au hasard de confessions de portraits dérobés de lettres égarées et de rencontres fortuites c est alors une lutte entre passion et devoir que le récit s attache à dépeindre le contexte historique du milieu du xvie siècle dont les principaux événements politiques charpentent la narration vient renforcer la grandeur du récit et la noblesse exceptionnelle des personnages en qui tout beauté sagesse grâce ou passion est superlatif par delà son caractère de roman historique le récit également valeur de témoin littéraire du xviie siècle par ses conversations précieuses l influence du jansénisme ou encore celle du théâtre classique les pauses introspectives qui ponctuent les événements et la complexité des sentiments que la narration retranscrit avec subtilité contribuent à faire de ce roman un texte fondateur dans l histoire du roman moderne résumé par isabelle p |
| 5483 |
5997 |
6563 |
Great K. & A. Train-Robbery |
Paul Leicester Ford |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
In this short novel the narrator is a superintendent on the K. & A. railroad, sometime in the late nineteenth century. The train is robbed somewhere in the Arizona desert. Various adventures involve this young superintendent. Romance is provided by a comely passenger. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-k-and-a-train-robbery-by-paul-leicester-ford/ |
short novel narrator superintendent k a railroad sometime late nineteenth century train robbed somewhere arizona desert various adventures involve young superintendent romance provided comely passenger summary david wales p |
| 5484 |
5444 |
5983 |
Wanderer |
Fanny Burney |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
This is the fourth and final novel by Fanny Burney, the author of Evelina, Cecilia, and Camilla. "Who is "Miss Ellis?" Why did she board a ship from France to England at the beginning of the French revolution? Anyway, the loss of her purse made this strange "wanderer" dependent upon the charity of some good people and, of course, bad ones. But she always comforts herself by reminding herself that it's better than "what might have been..." This is not only a mystery, not at all. It's also a romance which reminds readers of novels by Jane Austen. Published in 1814, the same year as Mansfield Park, it shares some themes with it. It is also very modern, speaking freely of independent women (like Elinor), weak male characters, and unrequited love. Yes, a love triangle is lurking behind the scenes, and, in this case, it is not clear if the happy ending is suitable. At the time when it was published, critics did not like this political novel, and said that the difficulties which "Ellis" faced while trying to support herself were clearly fictional. However, don't let this deter you. It's a wonderful and mature novel, ahead of it's time by about 100 years. Happy reading! (Summary by Stav Nisser)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Elaine Webb and TriciaG.<br><br> |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/the-wanderer-by-frances-burney/ |
fourth final novel fanny burney author evelina cecilia camilla who miss ellis board ship france england beginning french revolution anyway loss purse made strange wanderer dependent upon charity good people and course bad ones always comforts reminding better what might been mystery all also romance reminds readers novels jane austen published 1814 year mansfield park shares themes it also modern speaking freely independent women like elinor weak male characters unrequited love yes love triangle lurking behind scenes and case clear happy ending suitable time published critics like political novel said difficulties ellis faced trying support clearly fictional however let deter you wonderful mature novel ahead time 100 years happy reading summary stav nisser br br this project proof listened elaine webb triciag br br |
| 5485 |
5445 |
5984 |
Little Colonel's Hero |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Animals & Nature, Family, General |
In this sixth volume of “The Little Colonel Series” for girls, Lloyd is surprised with a gift for her twelfth birthday, of a summer trip to Europe. In Geneva she becomes friends with an old Prussian major and his Red Cross dog, a St. Bernard named Hero. Through many adventures, in the end the Little Colonel learns the true meaning of selfless duty.<br><br>Chapter 13 includes a full-cast play with singing!(Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-hero-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
sixth volume the little colonel series girls lloyd surprised gift twelfth birthday summer trip europe geneva becomes friends old prussian major red cross dog st bernard named hero many adventures end little colonel learns true meaning selfless duty br br chapter 13 includes full cast play singing summary maria therese p |
| 5486 |
5446 |
5985 |
Machine |
Upton Sinclair |
Plays, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Upton Sinclair is best known for his novel The Jungle, an expose of the meatpacking industry. He was also a playwright whose works for the stage reflected the same progressive viewpoints found in his other writing. In The Machine, published as part of Sinclair's 1912 collection Plays of Protest, Socialist activists show a rich man's daughter the truth about the society in which she has been raised. (Summary by wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Julia Patterson, a magazine writer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Jack Bullen, a parlor Socialist: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5659">Dale Burgess</a><br>Laura Hegan, Hegan's daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Allan Montague, a lawyer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>Jim Hegan, the traction king: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Annie Roberts, a girl of the slums: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Robert Grimes, the boss: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Andrews, Hegan's secretary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Parker, a clerk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-by-upton-sinclair/ |
upton sinclair best known novel jungle expose meatpacking industry also playwright whose works stage reflected progressive viewpoints found writing machine published part sinclair s 1912 collection plays protest socialist activists show rich man s daughter truth society raised summary wildemoose br br strong cast strong br p julia patterson magazine writer a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jack bullen parlor socialist a href http librivox org reader 5659 dale burgess a br laura hegan hegan s daughter a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br allan montague lawyer a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br jim hegan traction king a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br annie roberts girl slums a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br robert grimes boss a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br andrews hegan s secretary a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br parker clerk a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
| 5487 |
5447 |
5986 |
His First and Last Appearance |
Francis J. Finn |
Family, Religion |
The scene of the story is laid partly in Milwaukee, partly in New York. It describes the trials of the orphaned Lachance children. The boy hero is of a loving and lovable disposition and wins the hearts of all. The author has combined pathetic incidents with religious consolations, and gives zest to the whole by diffusing his genial humor throughout.<br><br>From the author of Tom Playfair, Percy Wynn, But Thy Love and thy Grace, and many more. (Summary from Dominicana Magazine, 1900) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/his-first-and-last-appearance-by-francis-j-finn/ |
scene story laid partly milwaukee partly new york describes trials orphaned lachance children boy hero loving lovable disposition wins hearts all author combined pathetic incidents religious consolations gives zest whole diffusing genial humor throughout br br from author tom playfair percy wynn thy love thy grace many more summary dominicana magazine 1900 p |
| 5488 |
5448 |
5987 |
Angel Food Time: Little Talks to Little Folks |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Children's Fiction, Religion |
This is the sixth and final volume of the "Angel Food" Series by Father Brennan. This volume consists of 28 charming selections with titles such as "Six Red Roses", "The Three Little Angels", "A Surprise From Santa Claus" and "The Boy Who Dusted the Devil's Tail". (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/angel-food-time-little-talks-to-little-folks-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
sixth final volume angel food series father brennan volume consists 28 charming selections titles six red roses the three little angels a surprise santa claus the boy dusted devil s tail summary maria therese p |
| 5489 |
5449 |
5988 |
Desert, Further Studies in Natural Appearances |
John Charles van Dyke |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Travel & Geography |
<em>The Desert </em>by John Charles Van Dyke, published in 1901, is a lush, poetic description of the natural beauty of the American Southwest. <em>"What land can equal the desert with its wide plains, its grim mountains, and its expanding canopy of sky!" </em>Van Dyke, a cultivated art historian, saw "sublimity" in the desert's "lonely desolation," which previous generations had perceived only as a wasteland, and his book has a conservationist flavor which seems distinctly modern. <em>"The deserts should never be reclaimed," </em>he writes.<em> "They are the breathing spaces of the west and should be preserved for ever."</em> The changing colors of the sky, hills, and sand impress Van Dyke, as do the mirages. He celebrates the "long overlooked commonplace things of nature"-- cactus and grease wood, desert animals, and "winged life," the birds and insects. His writing has a philosophical undertone.<em> "Not in vain these wastes of sand ... simply because they are beautiful in themselves and good to look upon whether they be life or death." </em>Anyone who views with equal awe fiery sunrises and weeds growing out of pavement cracks will enjoy this reading of Van Dyke's <em>The Desert.</em>(Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-desert-by-john-charles-van-dyke/ |
em the desert em by john charles van dyke published 1901 lush poetic description natural beauty american southwest em what land equal desert wide plains grim mountains expanding canopy sky em van dyke cultivated art historian saw sublimity desert s lonely desolation previous generations perceived wasteland book conservationist flavor seems distinctly modern em the deserts never reclaimed em he writes em they breathing spaces west preserved ever em changing colors sky hills sand impress van dyke mirages celebrates long overlooked commonplace things nature cactus grease wood desert animals winged life birds insects writing philosophical undertone em not vain wastes sand simply beautiful good look upon whether life death em anyone views equal awe fiery sunrises weeds growing pavement cracks enjoy reading van dyke s em the desert em summary sue anderson p |
| 5490 |
5450 |
5989 |
Steel Hammer |
Louis Ulbach |
Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A large inheritance greatly transforms the lives of three people: a good man, who would have inherited at least a part of the fortune if his uncle hadn't passed away before altering the will, his cousin, who inherits all but is prevented from enjoying it, and a gambler, who is in desperate need of such a sum of money. The connection of the three ends fatal for at least one of them. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-steel-hammer-by-louis-ulbach/ |
large inheritance greatly transforms lives three people good man would inherited least part fortune uncle passed away altering will cousin inherits prevented enjoying it gambler desperate need sum money connection three ends fatal least one them summary carolin p |
| 5491 |
5453 |
5993 |
Song Against Songs |
G. K. Chesterton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Song Against Songs by G. K. Chesterton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 16, 2011.<br><br>Chesterton was a large man, standing 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) and weighing around 21 stone (130 kg; 290 lb). His girth gave rise to a famous anecdote. During World War I a lady in London asked why he was not 'out at the Front'; he replied, 'If you go round to the side, you will see that I am.' On another occasion he remarked to his friend George Bernard Shaw: "To look at you, anyone would think a famine had struck England". Shaw retorted, "To look at you, anyone would think you have caused it". P. G. Wodehouse once described a very loud crash as "a sound like Chesterton falling onto a sheet of tin."( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-against-songs-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings song songs g k chesterton fortnightly poetry project october 16 2011 br br chesterton large man standing 6 feet 4 inches 1 93 m weighing around 21 stone 130 kg 290 lb girth gave rise famous anecdote world war lady london asked out front replied if go round side see am another occasion remarked friend george bernard shaw to look you anyone would think famine struck england shaw retorted to look you anyone would think caused it p g wodehouse described loud crash a sound like chesterton falling onto sheet tin summary wikipedia p |
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5454 |
5994 |
Song..While with fond rapture |
Tobias Smollett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Song by Tobias Smollett. This is the weekly poem starting from October 16th, 2011. It's a lovely love song. ( Summary by Stav Nisser )<br>Taken from the Poetical Works of Johnson, Parnell, Gray, and Smollett by Thomas Gray et al.<br><br>Smollett, for variety of powers, and indefatigable industry, has seldom been surpassed. He was a politician, a poet, a physician, a historian, a translator, a writer of travels, a dramatist, a novelist, a writer on medical subjects, and a miscellaneous author. It is only, however, as a novelist and a poet that he has any claims to the admiration of posterity.(Summary from the Explanatory Notes by The Rev. George Gilfillan, Edinburgh)</p>\n\n |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/song-while-with-fond-rapture-by-tobias-smollett/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings song tobias smollett weekly poem starting october 16th 2011 lovely love song summary stav nisser br taken poetical works johnson parnell gray smollett thomas gray et al br br smollett variety powers indefatigable industry seldom surpassed politician poet physician historian translator writer travels dramatist novelist writer medical subjects miscellaneous author only however novelist poet claims admiration posterity summary explanatory notes rev george gilfillan edinburgh p |
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5995 |
Gray Phantom |
Herman Landon |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A woman is apparently murdered in a New York auditorium under very suspicious circumstances one evening during a performance. Helen Hardwick happened to be in attendance that evening, as she had written the play that was being performed, and she was the only person to have caught a glimpse of something peculiar just before the murder. She also heard an ominous laughter which would haunt her for a long time. Was the Gray Phantom involved, or could he assist with the investigation that Helen was to become involved with? (Introduction by Roger Melin)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-gray-phantom-by-herman-landon/ |
woman apparently murdered new york auditorium suspicious circumstances one evening performance helen hardwick happened attendance evening written play performed person caught glimpse something peculiar murder also heard ominous laughter would haunt long time gray phantom involved could assist investigation helen become involved with introduction roger melin p |
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5456 |
5996 |
Liber Amoris |
William Hazlitt |
Poetry, Romance |
Liber Amoris is unlike anything Hazlitt wrote and probably like nothing you've come across before. On the face of it it tells the story of Hazlitt's infatuation with his landlords daughter. Hazlitt was middle aged and she young and pretty, a bit of a coquette from the sound of it. It turned out badly for Hazlitt and the book tells the story of this doomed love. Critics have always been divided about the merit of the piece. Even those who see its merit often feel more comfortable with his polished literary works, and perhaps rightly so. This is not a work to make you feel comfortable.\nI'd like to propose though that there is more to this as a work of art. It was the beginning of the era of the auto-biography that was arguably started by Rousseau in his Confessions. Going beyond Rousseau's mild self criticism, Hazlitt gives a ruthless self portrait (as well as an unsparing portrait of the object of his affections) of the weakness and mental turmoil that he experienced during the love affair. In this it is much closer to the theatre of cruelty of Antonin Artaud in which a pure artisitc truth is revealed through 'shattering a false reality that lies like a shroud over our perceptions'. Hazlitt had this in spades.</p>\nSo if you are looking for a polished stroll through the romantic sensibility this is not for you. This is about a close as you'll get to participating in a romantic car crash. A work of great art.\nNotes: Nick Duncan</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/liber-amoris-by-william-hazlitt/ |
liber amoris unlike anything hazlitt wrote probably like nothing come across before face tells story hazlitt s infatuation landlords daughter hazlitt middle aged young pretty bit coquette sound it turned badly hazlitt book tells story doomed love critics always divided merit piece even see merit often feel comfortable polished literary works perhaps rightly so work make feel comfortable i d like propose though work art beginning era auto biography arguably started rousseau confessions going beyond rousseau s mild self criticism hazlitt gives ruthless self portrait as well unsparing portrait object affections weakness mental turmoil experienced love affair much closer theatre cruelty antonin artaud pure artisitc truth revealed shattering false reality lies like shroud perceptions hazlitt spades p looking polished stroll romantic sensibility you close get participating romantic car crash work great art notes nick duncan p |
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5457 |
5999 |
Memoirs of a Revolutionist, Vol. 2 |
Peter Kropotkin |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Peter Kropotkin was a Russian anarcho-communist and scientist. This is his autobiography, and he writes not only about his own life, but also about 19th century Russian society and politics. He was born into the nobility and had a military education, but he gradually abandoned the values of his social class and became an anti-authoritarian socialist, opposed to both the rule of the Tsars and to the seizing of power by the authoritarian Bolsheviks. He was also interested in literature, biology, economics and geographical exploration. This second and last volume of his memoirs covers his time in St Petersburg, his time in prison, and his journeys in Western Europe. ( Summary by Elin )</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-a-revolutionist-vol-2-by-peter-kropotkin-2/ |
peter kropotkin russian anarcho communist scientist autobiography writes life also 19th century russian society politics born nobility military education gradually abandoned values social class became anti authoritarian socialist opposed rule tsars seizing power authoritarian bolsheviks also interested literature biology economics geographical exploration second last volume memoirs covers time st petersburg time prison journeys western europe summary elin p |
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5465 |
6007 |
Roaring Girl |
Thomas Dekker |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, *Non-fiction |
The Roaring Girl is a rip-roaring Jacobean comedy co-written by Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker and first published in 1611. The play is a fictionalized dramatization of the life of Mary Frith, known as "Moll Cutpurse", a woman who had gained a reputation as a virago in the early 17th century. (The term "roaring girl" was adapted from the slang term "roaring boy", which was applied to a young man who caroused publicly, brawled, and committed petty crimes.) The play combines the exploits of the cross-dressed Moll with the amorous adventures of a trio of merchants' wives, and the forbidden romance between Sebastian Wengrave and Mary Fitzallard. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett and Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nSir Alexander Wengrave: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nSebastian Wengrave: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6930">Nolan Fout</a><br />\nMary Fitzallard: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nSir Davy Dapper/Sir Beauteous Ganymede/Fellow/Tailor/Coachman: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4267">Ric F</a><br />\nSir Adam Appleton/Sir Thomas Long: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nGoshawk: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6882">David Isenhower</a><br />\nLaxton/Second Cutpurse: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nGreenwit/Sergeant Curtilax: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3242">peac</a><br />\nRalph Trapdoor: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nMistress Openwork: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6548">Kristingj</a><br />\nMistress Gallipot: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nJack Dapper: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7165">LucentBirch</a><br />\nGull/First Cutpurse: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br />\nMistress Tiltyard: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nMaster Openwork: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1492">mb</a><br />\nMoll/Neatfoot/Yeoman Hanger: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1295">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMaster Tiltyard/Lord Noland: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">Tricia G</a><br />\nMaster Gallipot/Sir Guy Fitzallard: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br />\nNarrator/Tearcat: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">Todd</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-roaring-girl-by-thomas-middleton-and-thomas-dekker/ |
roaring girl rip roaring jacobean comedy co written thomas middleton thomas dekker first published 1611 play fictionalized dramatization life mary frith known moll cutpurse woman gained reputation virago early 17th century the term roaring girl adapted slang term roaring boy applied young man caroused publicly brawled committed petty crimes play combines exploits cross dressed moll amorous adventures trio merchants wives forbidden romance sebastian wengrave mary fitzallard summary elizabeth klett wikipedia br br strong cast strong br sir alexander wengrave a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br sebastian wengrave a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6930 nolan fout a br mary fitzallard a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6544 amanda friday a br sir davy dapper sir beauteous ganymede fellow tailor coachman a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4267 ric f a br sir adam appleton sir thomas long a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2911 david lawrence a br goshawk a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6882 david isenhower a br laxton second cutpurse a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7079 chuck williamson a br greenwit sergeant curtilax a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3242 peac a br ralph trapdoor a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2624 david nicol a br mistress openwork a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6548 kristingj a br mistress gallipot a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3536 arielle lipshaw a br jack dapper a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7165 lucentbirch a br gull first cutpurse a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br mistress tiltyard a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3615 lucy perry a br master openwork a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1492 mb a br moll neatfoot yeoman hanger a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1295 elizabeth klett a br master tiltyard lord noland a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3157 tricia g a br master gallipot sir guy fitzallard a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4738 leonard wilson a br narrator tearcat a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6754 todd a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett p |
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6000 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 4, Chapter 22) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
War & Military, History , Christianity - Other |
This is volume 4 chapter 22 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) in the 19th century. It starts with a brief resume of the history of England up until the Stuart kings and then starts to delve into a little more detail. Macaulay is primarily fascinated by ending of any claim to divine right of kings and the growing role of Parliament in the governing of the country. He sees the accession of William and Mary (Dutch, Protestant royalty) to the British throne as a key moment in the history of the British Isles. This is a book delightful for the literary gifts of the author and intriguing for his view of 18th century English and world politics.\n(Jim Mowatt)</p>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-4-chapter-22-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 4 chapter 22 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 19th century starts brief resume history england stuart kings starts delve little detail macaulay primarily fascinated ending claim divine right kings growing role parliament governing country sees accession william mary dutch protestant royalty british throne key moment history british isles book delightful literary gifts author intriguing view 18th century english world politics jim mowatt p |
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5459 |
6001 |
River Duddon: A Series of Sonnets |
William Wordsworth |
Sonnets, Nature |
<br />Located in a part of Cumbria that was once part of Lancashire, the River Duddon rises in the high fells of the Lake District and flows for 25 miles through varied scenery before disappearing into the sands between Millom and Barrow-in-Furness. Wordsworth’s series of sonnets, inspired by his walks along the river, were written over a period of years, but are arranged so as to follow its downward course from the fells to the sea. <br /><br />Part One of this reading consists of the 33 sonnets and postscript that were first published as a series in 1820. Later editions of Wordsworth’s works included a 34th sonnet, which is appended to Part One. <br /><br />Part Two contains Wordsworth’s rather eccentric notes on the sonnets, which are largely taken up by an account of the remarkable career of the Reverend ‘Wonderful’ Walker, who lived to the age of 94 after serving as curate of Seathwaite chapel for 67 years from 1735 to 1802. I have read the sonnets using a northern English accent as I believe Wordsworth may have read them himself. (Summary by Phil Benson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-river-duddon-a-series-of-sonnets-by-william-wordsworth/ |
br located part cumbria part lancashire river duddon rises high fells lake district flows 25 miles varied scenery disappearing sands millom barrow in furness wordsworth s series sonnets inspired walks along river written period years arranged follow downward course fells sea br br part one reading consists 33 sonnets postscript first published series 1820 later editions wordsworth s works included 34th sonnet appended part one br br part two contains wordsworth s rather eccentric notes sonnets largely taken account remarkable career reverend wonderful walker lived age 94 serving curate seathwaite chapel 67 years 1735 1802 read sonnets using northern english accent believe wordsworth may read himself summary phil benson br br |
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5460 |
6002 |
Idylls of the King |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry, Romance |
Idylls of the King, published between 1856 and 1885, is a cycle of twelve narrative poems by the English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson which retells the legend of King Arthur, his knights, his love for Guinevere and her tragic betrayal of him, and the rise and fall of Arthur's kingdom. The whole work recounts Arthur's attempt and failure to lift up mankind and create a perfect kingdom, from his coming to power to his death at the hands of the traitor Mordred. Individual poems detail the deeds of various knights, including Lancelot, Geraint, Galahad, and Balin and Balan, and also Merlin and the Lady of the Lake. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/idylls-of-the-king-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
idylls king published 1856 1885 cycle twelve narrative poems english poet alfred lord tennyson retells legend king arthur knights love guinevere tragic betrayal him rise fall arthur s kingdom whole work recounts arthur s attempt failure lift mankind create perfect kingdom coming power death hands traitor mordred individual poems detail deeds various knights including lancelot geraint galahad balin balan also merlin lady lake summary wikipedia p |
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5461 |
6003 |
Baltimore Catechism, No. 2 |
Anonymous |
Christianity - Other |
A catechism is a summary of the principles of Christian religion and articles of the faith. The Baltimore Catechism specifically was the de facto standard Catholic school text in the United States from 1885 to the late 1960s. It was the first such catechism written for Catholics in North America, replacing a translation of Bellarmine's Small Catechism. The Baltimore Catechism remained in use in nearly all Catholic schools until many moved away from catechism-based education, though it is still used up to this day in some. (Summary by Wikipedia [annotated by mknightretke])<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/baltimore-catechism-no-2-by-anonymous/ |
catechism summary principles christian religion articles faith baltimore catechism specifically de facto standard catholic school text united states 1885 late 1960s first catechism written catholics north america replacing translation bellarmine s small catechism baltimore catechism remained use nearly catholic schools many moved away catechism based education though still used day some summary wikipedia annotated mknightretke p |
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5462 |
6004 |
Young Trailers: A Story of Early Kentucky |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Historical |
This is the story of Henry Ware, a young boy living in the wilds of the Kentucky frontier of the 1700's. The story follows Henry as he helps to establish a frontier outpost, is captured by an Indian tribe, and ultimately ensures the safety and security of a band of settlers against the warring Shawnee Indians. The Young Trailers is action packed and brings to life the adventures that awaited the early settlers as they traversed into the endless forests of the American frontier. (Summary by Adam E. Maroney)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-trailers-a-story-of-early-kentucky-by-joseph-altsheler/ |
story henry ware young boy living wilds kentucky frontier 1700 s story follows henry helps establish frontier outpost captured indian tribe ultimately ensures safety security band settlers warring shawnee indians young trailers action packed brings life adventures awaited early settlers traversed endless forests american frontier summary adam e maroney p |
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5463 |
6005 |
One-Act Play Collection 003 |
Various |
Plays |
This collection of ten one-act dramas features plays by Edward Goodman, Alice Gerstenberg, Arnold Bennett, John Galsworthy, Anton Chekhov, Frank Wedekind, Moliere, Theresa Helburn, John Kendrick Bangs, and Harold Brighouse. (Summary by wildemoose)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-003-by-various/ |
collection ten one act dramas features plays edward goodman alice gerstenberg arnold bennett john galsworthy anton chekhov frank wedekind moliere theresa helburn john kendrick bangs harold brighouse summary wildemoose p |
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5464 |
6006 |
England, Canada and the Great War |
Louis-Georges Desjardins |
History , Modern (20th C) |
Mr. Desjardins was driven to write this work to refute statements uttered by the nationalist Henri Bourassa, which the former feared painted all Quebecers with the same unpatriotic brush in respect to their contribution to the Great War. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/england-canada-and-the-great-war-by-louis-georges-desjardins/ |
mr desjardins driven write work refute statements uttered nationalist henri bourassa former feared painted quebecers unpatriotic brush respect contribution great war summary cathy barratt p |
| 5504 |
5503 |
6048 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 09 |
Various |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the ninth volume, 37 short stories and poems have been gathered from 31 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-09-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this ninth volume 37 short stories poems gathered 31 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
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5466 |
6008 |
In Our Convent Days |
Agnes Repplier |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
With her usual wit and charm, Ms. Repplier recalls her days at Eden Hall, the Convent of the Sacred Heart in Torresdale, north of Philadelphia. She shares the highlights (and some of the low lights) of her time there. Perhaps this sharp eye, nurtured by her willfulness and independent spirit, was the reason she was not invited to return to Eden after her second year. Not only Catholics or boarding school alumnae will find this book entertaining; anyone who went to school or who looks back on their childhood will see their own experience somewhere in this memoir. ( Summary by Mary Schneider )</p>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/in-our-convent-days-by-agnes-repplier/ |
usual wit charm ms repplier recalls days eden hall convent sacred heart torresdale north philadelphia shares highlights and low lights time there perhaps sharp eye nurtured willfulness independent spirit reason invited return eden second year catholics boarding school alumnae find book entertaining anyone went school looks back childhood see experience somewhere memoir summary mary schneider p |
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5467 |
6009 |
Heart's Kingdom |
Maria Thompson Daviess |
General Fiction |
Nickols Powers is in love with the beautiful Charlotte and desperate to marry her. Charlotte however, is independent and reluctant to accept his religious views as a good wife should. However, she may still be convinced by the charismatic preacher building a new church in her own backyard. Summary by Michele Eaton.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-hearts-kingdom-by-maria-thompson-daviess/ |
nickols powers love beautiful charlotte desperate marry her charlotte however independent reluctant accept religious views good wife should however may still convinced charismatic preacher building new church backyard summary michele eaton p |
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5468 |
6010 |
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (version 3) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is the original title of a novel written by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson that was first published in 1886. It is about a London lawyer named Gabriel John Utterson who investigates strange occurrences between his old friend, Dr Henry Jekyll and the misanthropic Edward Hyde. The novella's impact is such that it has become a part of the language, with the phrase "Jekyll and Hyde" coming to mean a person who is vastly different in moral character from one situation to the next. Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde was an immediate success and is one of Stevenson's best-selling works. Stage adaptations began in Boston and London within a year of its publication and it has gone on to inspire scores of major film and stage performances. ( Summary by Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
strange case dr jekyll mr hyde original title novel written scottish author robert louis stevenson first published 1886 london lawyer named gabriel john utterson investigates strange occurrences old friend dr henry jekyll misanthropic edward hyde novella s impact become part language phrase jekyll hyde coming mean person vastly different moral character one situation next strange case dr jekyll mr hyde immediate success one stevenson s best selling works stage adaptations began boston london within year publication gone inspire scores major film stage performances summary wikipedia p |
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5469 |
6013 |
Monsieur Beaucaire |
Booth Tarkington |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
A madcap Frenchman posing as an ambassador's barber blackmails a dishonest duke to introduce him as a nobleman to a wealthy belle of Bath. Since the duke himself hopes to mend his fortunes by wedding this very woman, he attempts to murder Beaucaire, and failing that to discredit him. To test the lady's mettle, Beaucaire allows his deception to be exposed--up to a point--and there we must draw the curtain to preserve the surprise ending. ( Summary by Thomas A. Copeland )</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/monsieur-beaucaire-by-booth-tarkington/ |
madcap frenchman posing ambassador s barber blackmails dishonest duke introduce nobleman wealthy belle bath since duke hopes mend fortunes wedding woman attempts murder beaucaire failing discredit him test lady s mettle beaucaire allows deception exposed up point and must draw curtain preserve surprise ending summary thomas a copeland p |
| 5509 |
5470 |
6014 |
Christmas Carol (version 04) |
Charles Dickens |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
A Christmas Carol is a novella by English author Charles Dickens first published by Chapman & Hall on 17 December 1843. The story tells of sour and stingy Ebenezer Scrooge's ideological, ethical, and emotional transformation after the supernatural visits of Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The novella met with instant success and critical acclaim. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-dickens-charles/ |
christmas carol novella english author charles dickens first published chapman hall 17 december 1843 story tells sour stingy ebenezer scrooge s ideological ethical emotional transformation supernatural visits jacob marley ghosts christmas past present yet come novella met instant success critical acclaim summary wikipedia p |
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5471 |
6015 |
Adam and Eve |
John Milton |
Poetry, Epics, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Adam and Eve (From “Paradise Lost,” Fourth Book) by John Milton. This was the Weekly Poetry project for <br><br>Paradise Lost is an epic poem in blank verse by the 17th-century English poet John Milton. It was originally published in 1667 (though written nearly ten years earlier) in ten books, with a total of over ten thousand individual lines of verse. A second edition followed in 1674, redivided into twelve books (in the manner of the division of Virgil's Aeneid) with minor revisions throughout and a note on the versification; most of the poem was written while Milton was blind, and was transcribed for him.<br><br>Milton first presents Adam and Eve in Book IV with impartiality. The relationship between Adam and Eve is one of "mutual dependence, not a relation of domination or hierarchy." While the author does place Adam above Eve in regard to his intellectual knowledge, and in turn his relation to God, he also grants Eve the benefit of knowledge through experience. ( Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1667 |
https://librivox.org/adam-and-eve-by-john-milton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings adam eve from paradise lost fourth book john milton weekly poetry project br br paradise lost epic poem blank verse 17th century english poet john milton originally published 1667 though written nearly ten years earlier ten books total ten thousand individual lines verse second edition followed 1674 redivided twelve books in manner division virgil s aeneid minor revisions throughout note versification poem written milton blind transcribed him br br milton first presents adam eve book iv impartiality relationship adam eve one mutual dependence relation domination hierarchy author place adam eve regard intellectual knowledge turn relation god also grants eve benefit knowledge experience summary wikipedia p |
| 5511 |
5472 |
6016 |
Indian Summer |
William Dean Howells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
In his novel Indian Summer, William Dean Howells presents a mellow but realistic story that has the complete feel of that delightful time of the year, although the plot actually spans several seasons. The Indian summer aspect applies to a sophisticated gentleman, Theodore Colville, who has just entered his middle years as he returns to a scene, Florence, Italy, that played an important part in his early manhood. It was here twenty years earlier that he first fell in love, seemingly successfully until a sudden and harsh rejection. Now, after a once profitable career as a newspaper editor has ended, he is barely ensconced in the Italian city when he meets a lady from his past, a close friend of his lost love. Lina Bowen, now a widow with a young daughter, is an attractive and charming socialite among the American and English residents of Florence. Also living with her at this time as a temporary ward is a beautiful young girl just blossoming into womanhood, Imogene Graham.<br><br>Colville, although he still hides a shy nature, has become an exceedingly witty and entertaining conversationalist. He quickly becomes a favorite with young Effie Bowen and Imogene Graham. Miss Graham indicates a disdain for the shallow young men that she has met and is highly attracted to the urbane, intelligent Mr. Colville. Mrs. Bowen invites Colville to become a regular guest in her home, and for a time the little coterie is delightfully congenial, but then an emotional triangle begins to develop. Imogene seems to be too devoted to this older gentleman, and Colville does not discourage her. Mrs. Bowen, who apparently is captivated by his charm as well, begins to feel overshadowed by her lovely young ward. This is the core of the intriguing plot.<br><br>Howells’ characters are totally believable in their thoughts, their motivations, their words, and their actions. The dialogue is delightful, both in the lighter conversations and in the more passionate speeches. Aided by the social milieu of expatriates in a historic city of art and culture, the story moves at first slowly and pleasantly, but begins to build inexorably toward an emotional crisis. As the whole plot unwinds before us, we can eventually see that there is really no other way that the events could realistically move. This novel is a very engrossing and satisfying tale of people that we become truly interested in. ( Summary by Leonard Wilson )</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/indian-summer-by-william-dean-howells/ |
novel indian summer william dean howells presents mellow realistic story complete feel delightful time year although plot actually spans several seasons indian summer aspect applies sophisticated gentleman theodore colville entered middle years returns scene florence italy played important part early manhood twenty years earlier first fell love seemingly successfully sudden harsh rejection now profitable career newspaper editor ended barely ensconced italian city meets lady past close friend lost love lina bowen widow young daughter attractive charming socialite among american english residents florence also living time temporary ward beautiful young girl blossoming womanhood imogene graham br br colville although still hides shy nature become exceedingly witty entertaining conversationalist quickly becomes favorite young effie bowen imogene graham miss graham indicates disdain shallow young men met highly attracted urbane intelligent mr colville mrs bowen invites colville become regular guest home time little coterie delightfully congenial emotional triangle begins develop imogene seems devoted older gentleman colville discourage her mrs bowen apparently captivated charm well begins feel overshadowed lovely young ward core intriguing plot br br howells characters totally believable thoughts motivations words actions dialogue delightful lighter conversations passionate speeches aided social milieu expatriates historic city art culture story moves first slowly pleasantly begins build inexorably toward emotional crisis whole plot unwinds us eventually see really way events could realistically move novel engrossing satisfying tale people become truly interested in summary leonard wilson p |
| 5512 |
5473 |
6017 |
Wine, Water and Song |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry |
A collection of 16 poems by G.K. Chesterton. All of the poems in this book, except for "The Strange Ascetic" are taken from "The Flying Inn", a book by the same author. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/wine-water-and-song-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
collection 16 poems g k chesterton poems book except the strange ascetic taken the flying inn book author summary maria therese p |
| 5513 |
5474 |
6018 |
Monk: A Romance |
Matthew Lewis |
Gothic Fiction |
Matthew Gregory Lewis's The Monk: A Romance is a story of frustrated and unrequited desire between mentor and pupil mixed with elements of the supernatural. It includes several subplots: rape, torture and incest. It is the old story of the forces of good versus the forces of evil, except that in this one evil comes out ahead.\n\nWhen The Monk was first published in 1795, it was received well by readers and reviewers causing a second edition to be printed the following year. But by the third year, there began a growing criticism of the book and of Lewis mostly on the basis of immorality. In fact, the book caused such a scandal that Lewis published another version complete with redactions and entire rewrites so as to remove the shame it had brought upon his family and the political institution of which he was a part.\n\nThe Monk finds itself straddling the genres of Gothicism and Decadence, and includes elements of Romanticism. Lewis also chose to blend the roles of gender in this work--particularly in the character of Rosario/Matilda. The sexual tension between Ambrosio and this character--along with the eventual revelation of true identity--are an exposé on the topic of same-sex love and makes this work an early contribution to LGBT literature.\n\nIn spite of the mountains of criticism against the book, it remained a best seller well into the 19th century. The version I will read for you is the unexpurgated version including all of the “scandal and immorality” of the original. (Introduction by James K. White)<p> |
English |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/the-monk-a-romance-by-matthew-lewis/ |
matthew gregory lewis s monk romance story frustrated unrequited desire mentor pupil mixed elements supernatural includes several subplots rape torture incest old story forces good versus forces evil except one evil comes ahead monk first published 1795 received well readers reviewers causing second edition printed following year third year began growing criticism book lewis mostly basis immorality fact book caused scandal lewis published another version complete redactions entire rewrites remove shame brought upon family political institution part monk finds straddling genres gothicism decadence includes elements romanticism lewis also chose blend roles gender work particularly character rosario matilda sexual tension ambrosio character along eventual revelation true identity are exposé topic same sex love makes work early contribution lgbt literature spite mountains criticism book remained best seller well 19th century version read unexpurgated version including scandal immorality original introduction james k white p |
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5475 |
6019 |
Gray Mills of Farley |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
Historical Fiction, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
As contemporary today as it was over a century ago, this relatively unsentimental tale of labor relations still packs a punch. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-gray-mills-of-farley-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
contemporary today century ago relatively unsentimental tale labor relations still packs punch summary bellonatimes p |
| 5515 |
5476 |
6020 |
Midsummer Night's Dream (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Shakespeare's festive comedy combines classical Athenian characters (Duke Theseus and his conquered Amazonian bride Hippolyta) with four contentious lovers, a forest full of quarreling and mischievous fairies and adds a dose of amateur theatre for good measure. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nTheseus/Oberon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nHippolyta/Titania: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1295">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nPhilostrate/Puck: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br />\nEgeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nHermia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br />\nLysander: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6849">Dan Raynham</a><br />\nDemetrius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6877">Bear Schacht</a><br />\nHelena: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br />\nPeter Quince/Prologue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nFrancis Flute/Thisby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4166">Jeff Schwab</a><br />\nNick Bottom/Pyramus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br />\nTom Snout/Wall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br />\nSnug/Lion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br />\nRobin Starveling/Moonshine/Cobweb: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fount</a><br />\nFairy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br />\nPeaseblossom: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br />\nMoth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4815">Psudonae Vox</a><br />\nMustardseed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/a-midsummer-nights-dream-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
shakespeare s festive comedy combines classical athenian characters duke theseus conquered amazonian bride hippolyta four contentious lovers forest full quarreling mischievous fairies adds dose amateur theatre good measure summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br theseus oberon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br hippolyta titania a href http librivox org reader 1295 elizabeth klett a br philostrate puck a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br egeus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br hermia a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br lysander a href http librivox org reader 6849 dan raynham a br demetrius a href http librivox org reader 6877 bear schacht a br helena a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br peter quince prologue a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br francis flute thisby a href http librivox org reader 4166 jeff schwab a br nick bottom pyramus a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br tom snout wall a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br snug lion a href http librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br robin starveling moonshine cobweb a href http librivox org reader 6930 nolan fount a br fairy a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br peaseblossom a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br moth a href http librivox org reader 4815 psudonae vox a br mustardseed a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br br strong audio editing strong elizabeth klett p |
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5477 |
6021 |
Maoriland Fairy Tales |
Edith Howes |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Most of the tales have some basis in history. It is an oral language so all histories have to be remembered and retold. To help with this memory retelling the carvings all have relative information and prompts, stories of Atua (sort of gods) and other people (pakeha) that have been encountered are all blended into the stories.</p>\nOne of the amazing things to listen to is a person's whakapapa (family line). My son's father can tell his whakapapa right back to first landing in the canoe Aotea. It takes hours with the stories of battles, moving and resettling and then the invasion of British soldiers and settlers. Those pale fairies in one of the recent stories would most probably have been Malaysian or Portugese fishermen/explorers.\nThe Tikanga (way to behave/live) is quite strict and the stories support keeping people in line. This strictness is a kind of policing I think because it doesn't matter what time in history or what country, human nature doesn't change. There are greedy, silly, great and strong leaders and followers throughout time.</p>\n\nA Taniwha is often found in a tapu (sacred or restricted place) That might be a dangerous bend in a river, a place where currents catch people and drag the out to sea or a place in the forest that is sacred so the elders don't want people wandering around in there. There taniwha could be from a spirit of someone or put there by the Atua as a guardian. A taniwha can also be friendly it depends on the place and it's history.</p>\n\nIt is interesting to think about the origins and reasons behind these stories. Some like Hatupatu are based on fact but also retold to tell people about abuse of power and underestimating people. Maori are great strategists. If you can find the DVDs 'The Maori Wars' you will see the difficulty the British had when trying to beat these mighty warriors. Tha'ts why they finally had to sign the Waitangi Treaty (as ambiguous as it is) because they just couldn't beat them.\n(Summary by mareab) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/maoriland-fairy-tales-by-edith-howes/ |
tales basis history oral language histories remembered retold help memory retelling carvings relative information prompts stories atua sort gods people pakeha encountered blended stories p one amazing things listen person s whakapapa family line son s father tell whakapapa right back first landing canoe aotea takes hours stories battles moving resettling invasion british soldiers settlers pale fairies one recent stories would probably malaysian portugese fishermen explorers tikanga way behave live quite strict stories support keeping people line strictness kind policing think matter time history country human nature change greedy silly great strong leaders followers throughout time p taniwha often found tapu sacred restricted place might dangerous bend river place currents catch people drag sea place forest sacred elders want people wandering around there taniwha could spirit someone put atua guardian taniwha also friendly depends place history p interesting think origins reasons behind stories like hatupatu based fact also retold tell people abuse power underestimating people maori great strategists find dvds the maori wars see difficulty british trying beat mighty warriors tha ts finally sign waitangi treaty as ambiguous is beat them summary mareab p |
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5478 |
6022 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 19 - Pathfinders of the Great Plains |
Lawrence J. Burpee |
Early Modern, Exploration |
This is volume 19 of <a href="http://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-series-menu/">The Chronicles of Canada series</a>. \nThis is the account of La Verendryes' quest for an overland route to the Pacific Ocean. (Summary by Esther)<br/><br/> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/pathfinders-of-the-great-plains-by-lawrence-j-burpee/ |
volume 19 a href http librivox org chronicles of canada series menu the chronicles canada series a account la verendryes quest overland route pacific ocean summary esther br br |
| 5518 |
5479 |
6023 |
Moonbeams from the Larger Lunacy |
Stephen Leacock |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works, Humor |
Humorous, ironic, and sometimes cynical observations of life in 1915 from Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/moonbeams-from-the-larger-lunacy-by-stephen-leacock/ |
humorous ironic sometimes cynical observations life 1915 canadian humourist stephen leacock summary triciag p |
| 5519 |
5480 |
6024 |
Gentle Measures in the Management and Training of the Young |
Jacob Abbott |
*Non-fiction, Family & Relationships, Self-Help |
Subtitled, "The principles on which a firm parental authority may be established and maintained, without violence or anger, and the right development of the moral and mental capacities be promoted by methods in harmony with the structure and the characteristics of the juvenile mind." This book gives practical advice on how to raise children using "gentle measures" that do not damage the children's emotions or self esteem. Most of the information is as relevant and practical today as it was when published in 1871. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/gentle-measures-by-jacob-abbott/ |
subtitled the principles firm parental authority may established maintained without violence anger right development moral mental capacities promoted methods harmony structure characteristics juvenile mind book gives practical advice raise children using gentle measures damage children s emotions self esteem information relevant practical today published 1871 summary triciag p |
| 5520 |
5481 |
6025 |
Children's Six Minutes |
Bruce S. Wright |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
This is a nice collection of 52 kid-aimed sermons by missionary Wright while he served in the Philippines in the World War I era. Each offers a slice-of-life reference point, an appropriate Bible verse, and hymn. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-six-minutes-by-bruce-s-wright/ |
nice collection 52 kid aimed sermons missionary wright served philippines world war era offers slice of life reference point appropriate bible verse hymn summary bellonatimes p |
| 5521 |
5482 |
6026 |
朝花夕拾 (Chao Hua Si She) |
Xun Lu |
Essays & Short Works |
这个集子收录了鲁迅早年“从记忆中抄出来的“记录自己童年往事的散文。这些文章于1926年陆续发表在《莽原》杂志,1927年经鲁迅重新编订,加上小引和后记,于1928年在广州以《朝花夕拾》为名结集出版。这十篇散文长短不一,秉承鲁迅一贯隽永辛辣的文风,于生动刻画民俗众生的同时针砭时事,嘲骂文敌,是鲁迅早期的重要作品。<br><br>\n\nChao Hua Si She (Dawn Blossoms Plucked at Dusk) is a collection of essays on Chinese culture and society by Lu Xun, the most influential writer in 20th century China. (Summary by Jing Li)</p> |
Chinese |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/chao-hua-si-she-by-lu-xun/ |
这个集子收录了鲁迅早年 从记忆中抄出来的 记录自己童年往事的散文 这些文章于1926年陆续发表在 莽原 杂志 1927年经鲁迅重新编订 加上小引和后记 于1928年在广州以 朝花夕拾 为名结集出版 这十篇散文长短不一 秉承鲁迅一贯隽永辛辣的文风 于生动刻画民俗众生的同时针砭时事 嘲骂文敌 是鲁迅早期的重要作品 br br chao hua si dawn blossoms plucked dusk collection essays chinese culture society lu xun influential writer 20th century china summary jing li p |
| 5522 |
5483 |
6027 |
Odd Women |
George Gissing |
General Fiction |
George Gissing's 1893 novel takes on the 19th century "Woman Question" by looking at themes of feminism, marriage, and love. The novel raises these issues through the lives of several contrasting women: Mary Barfoot, a feminist philanthropist who helps train women for careers; her close friend Rhoda Nunn, who believes marriage is a disastrous choice for women; and Monica Madden, who starts out as one of their protegees but chooses to marry a seemingly kind older man. As Monica experiences the challenges of married life, Rhoda finds herself drawn to Mary's cousin, the charming but apparently profligate Everard. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-odd-women-by-george-gissing/ |
george gissing s 1893 novel takes 19th century woman question looking themes feminism marriage love novel raises issues lives several contrasting women mary barfoot feminist philanthropist helps train women careers close friend rhoda nunn believes marriage disastrous choice women monica madden starts one protegees chooses marry seemingly kind older man monica experiences challenges married life rhoda finds drawn mary s cousin charming apparently profligate everard summary elizabeth klett p |
| 5523 |
5484 |
6028 |
Short Poetry Collection 102 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2011.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-102-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers november 2011 br br |
| 5524 |
5485 |
6029 |
Mad King |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<br />Shades of The Prisoner of Zenda! All our old friends are here—the young king, the usurping uncle and his evil henchman, the beautiful princess, the loyal retainer and the unwilling imposter. What more could you Hope for? This fast-paced story stays far away from Tarzan’s jungle or the inner world of Pellucidar. (Summary by Delmar H Dolbier)<br /><br /> |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/the-mad-king-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
br shades prisoner zenda old friends here the young king usurping uncle evil henchman beautiful princess loyal retainer unwilling imposter could hope for fast paced story stays far away tarzan s jungle inner world pellucidar summary delmar h dolbier br br |
| 5525 |
5486 |
6030 |
But Thy Love and Thy Grace |
Francis J. Finn |
General Fiction |
Father Finn's beautiful little tale can be read in an hour or so, but it conveys a lesson which ought to be of longer duration. The interest of the story is chiefly theological, turning, as it does, on the refining and ennobling effects of frequent confession and communion on the soul; yet it is so simply put that any child can understand it.<br><br>Regina O'Connell is a poor factory girl whose earnings support herself and her bedridden sister. She is simplicity itself—one of those rare beings whom unselfishness and genuine humility make heroines in the true sense of the word. She is a weekly communicant, and is trying her best to keep to the narrow path, but she cannot yet say from her heart the beautiful prayer of St. Ignatius:—" Take, O Lord, all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, my whole will." She is tried, sorely tried. At times the pathos is almost unendurable, but she learns her lesson at last. "Give me but Thy love and Thy grace," she whispered, "for these are sufficient for me." "And she received His love and His grace, and in the receiving her heart throbbed with a bliss seldom known upon earth, for His love and His grace were indeed sufficient."<br><br>The book is not devoid of humourous touches. Father McNichols' catalogue of his penitents and Regina's poor attempts at grandeur are amusing, while the description of the bazaar and of the raffle for the diamond ring are bright and vivid. (Summary from the New Ireland Review, Vol 17. 1902)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/but-thy-love-and-thy-grace-by-francis-j-finn/ |
father finn s beautiful little tale read hour so conveys lesson ought longer duration interest story chiefly theological turning does refining ennobling effects frequent confession communion soul yet simply put child understand it br br regina o connell poor factory girl whose earnings support bedridden sister simplicity itself one rare beings unselfishness genuine humility make heroines true sense word weekly communicant trying best keep narrow path cannot yet say heart beautiful prayer st ignatius take lord liberty memory understanding whole will tried sorely tried times pathos almost unendurable learns lesson last give thy love thy grace whispered for sufficient me and received love grace receiving heart throbbed bliss seldom known upon earth love grace indeed sufficient br br the book devoid humourous touches father mcnichols catalogue penitents regina s poor attempts grandeur amusing description bazaar raffle diamond ring bright vivid summary new ireland review vol 17 1902 p |
| 5526 |
5487 |
6031 |
Snowdrop and Other Tales |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Many of these tales were published in English in 1909, the Brothers Grimm tales in this book were published separately in 1920 with illustrations by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939). (Summary by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/snowdrop-and-other-tales-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
many tales published english 1909 brothers grimm tales book published separately 1920 illustrations arthur rackham 1867 1939 summary ann boulais p |
| 5527 |
5564 |
6113 |
Kayray's Storytime |
Various |
Short works |
A collection of my favorite short children's stories and rhymes. Each book can be found online at <a href="http://gutenberg.org/">http://gutenberg.org</a> if you wish to look at the wonderful pictures while you listen! ( Summary by Kara )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kayrays-storytime-by-various/ |
collection favorite short children s stories rhymes book found online a href http gutenberg org http gutenberg org a wish look wonderful pictures listen summary kara p |
| 5528 |
5488 |
6032 |
Is He Popenjoy ? |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Trollope returns in Is He Popenjoy to two of his favorite subjects: property and inheritance. As in "Doctor Thorne," the issues are complicated by the specter of possible illegitimacy. Lord George Germain, a thoroughly respectable, upstanding, if not particularly bright younger son with new wife, rather expects to inherit a title, since his vicious and dissolute elder brother, the Marquis of Brotherton, who lives in Italy, shows no signs of settling down and producing heirs. Then comes a thunderbolt in the form of a letter from the Marquis suddenly claiming that he has, late in life, married an Italian widow and sired a son. This little boy, if he is indeed legitimate, is Lord Popenjoy and the heir to the marquisate.</p>\n\nBut is he legitimate? Are his parents in fact properly united in holy wedlock? And were they so at the time of his birth on alien soil? How on earth to find out? The book, which starts almost as a comedy of manners (and perhaps also a comedy of manors), takes on a darker and more sardonic tone with this mystery, and with some other suspected and actual romantic entanglements which are not entirely in the aristocratic Victorian rule-book. Among the large cast of characters are two memorable foreigners: the repellent German feminist Baroness Bannmann, and the rather more attractive American version, Amelia Q. Fleabody (not, of course, to be confused in any way with the real Elizabeth Peabody, who under another name, lies at the heart of Henry James's The Bostonians).(Summary by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/is-he-popenjoy-by-anthony-trollope/ |
trollope returns popenjoy two favorite subjects property inheritance doctor thorne issues complicated specter possible illegitimacy lord george germain thoroughly respectable upstanding particularly bright younger son new wife rather expects inherit title since vicious dissolute elder brother marquis brotherton lives italy shows signs settling producing heirs comes thunderbolt form letter marquis suddenly claiming has late life married italian widow sired son little boy indeed legitimate lord popenjoy heir marquisate p legitimate parents fact properly united holy wedlock time birth alien soil earth find out book starts almost comedy manners and perhaps also comedy manors takes darker sardonic tone mystery suspected actual romantic entanglements entirely aristocratic victorian rule book among large cast characters two memorable foreigners repellent german feminist baroness bannmann rather attractive american version amelia q fleabody not course confused way real elizabeth peabody another name lies heart henry james s bostonians summary nicholas clifford p |
| 5529 |
5489 |
6033 |
Tar Baby and Other Rhymes of Uncle Remus |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
26 of Uncle Remus's stories put into verse and song. With the exception of the Tar Baby story, they were all new to this publication of 1904 and cover a variety of humorous subjects from Adan and Eve (De Appile Tree) to Brer Rabbit's Gigglin' Place. There are also genuine Camp Meeting Songs and a Corn Shuckin' Song. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-tar-baby-and-other-rhymes-of-uncle-remus-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
26 uncle remus s stories put verse song exception tar baby story new publication 1904 cover variety humorous subjects adan eve de appile tree brer rabbit s gigglin place also genuine camp meeting songs corn shuckin song summary phil chenevert p |
| 5530 |
5490 |
6034 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 015 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 015: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-015-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 015 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 5531 |
5491 |
6035 |
Trenches |
Frederic Manning |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of <i>The Trenches</i> by Frederic Manning. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 30, 2011 to mark this year's festivals of remembrance.<br /><br />Manning was an Australian poet living in England at the outbreak of the First World War. He enlisted in the King's Shropshire Light Infantry, and was in action at the Battle of the Somme. This poem paints a vivid picture of the horror of night in the trenches. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-trenches-by-frederic-manning/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings i the trenches i frederic manning fortnightly poetry project october 30 2011 mark year s festivals remembrance br br manning australian poet living england outbreak first world war enlisted king s shropshire light infantry action battle somme poem paints vivid picture horror night trenches introduction ruth golding br br |
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5492 |
6036 |
Lords of the Housetops: Thirteen Cat Tales |
Carl Van Vechten |
Short Stories |
The Lords of the Housetops reveals the cat through the creative lenses of 13 authors. Consequently, this carefully chosen collection of stories is as complex, charismatic and clever as a cat. (Summary by Amy Larch Gramour) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/lords-of-the-housetops-thirteen-cat-tales-by-various/ |
lords housetops reveals cat creative lenses 13 authors consequently carefully chosen collection stories complex charismatic clever cat summary amy larch gramour p |
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5493 |
6037 |
Red Seal |
Natalie Sumner Lincoln |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Nothing is what it seems to be as events unfold in this entertaining mystery by Natalie Sumner Lincoln. Red seals and red herrings abound and will keep you guessing all the way through the final chapter! (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-seal-by-natalie-sumner-lincoln/ |
p nothing seems events unfold entertaining mystery natalie sumner lincoln red seals red herrings abound keep guessing way final chapter summary j m smallheer p |
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5494 |
6038 |
Girl in the Golden Atom |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
While examining a golden ring under a microscope, a chemist discovers a sub-atomic world. During his examination of this world he sees a beautiful young girl. After developing chemicals that will allow him to either shrink or grow larger in size, he and three friends journey to this small world. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-in-the-golden-atom-by-ray-cummings/ |
examining golden ring microscope chemist discovers sub atomic world examination world sees beautiful young girl developing chemicals allow either shrink grow larger size three friends journey small world summary richard kilmer p |
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5495 |
6039 |
Colors of Space (version 2) |
Marion Zimmer Bradley |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Young Bart Steele’s father is dead. A mysterious stranger tells him his life is in danger, and hands him a ticket aboard a Lhari star cruiser to an unknown destination. He gets on, not knowing where he is going, or why... A fantastic kid’s adventure from sci-fi master Marion Zimmer Bradley. ( Summary by Mark Nelson )</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-colors-of-space-by-marion-zimmer-bradley-2/ |
young bart steele s father dead mysterious stranger tells life danger hands ticket aboard lhari star cruiser unknown destination gets on knowing going why fantastic kid s adventure sci fi master marion zimmer bradley summary mark nelson p |
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5496 |
6041 |
Japanese Prints |
John Gould Fletcher |
Single author |
<i><b>Japan</b><br>\nAn old courtyard<br> Hidden away<br>In the afternoon.<br>Grey walks,<br>Mossy stones,<br>Copper carp swimming lazily,<br>And beyond,<br>A faint toneless hissing echo of rain <br>That tears at my heart.</i><br><br>\nJohn Gould Fletcher offers a brief history of Japanese poetry, as well as a short, yet vivid, compilation of his own Japanese-inspired poems. (summary by John N. Daily) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/japanese-prints-by-john-gould-fletcher/ |
i b japan b br old courtyard br hidden away br in afternoon br grey walks br mossy stones br copper carp swimming lazily br and beyond br a faint toneless hissing echo rain br that tears heart i br br john gould fletcher offers brief history japanese poetry well short yet vivid compilation japanese inspired poems summary john n daily |
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5565 |
6114 |
Echoes of the War |
J. M. Barrie |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Short stories with dramatic parts about civilian life in London during the First World War. Some humorous moments. By the author of "Peter Pan". ( Summary by JCarson )</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/echoes-of-the-war-by-j-m-barrie/ |
short stories dramatic parts civilian life london first world war humorous moments author peter pan summary jcarson p |
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5497 |
6042 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 5, Chapter 23) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 5 chapter 23 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) and published after his death. To quote from the preface - 'I HAVE thought it right to publish that portion of the continuation of the "History of England" which was fairly transcribed and revised by Lord Macaulay. It is given to the world precisely as it was left: no connecting link has been added; no reference verified; no authority sought for or examined. It would indeed have been possible, with the help I might have obtained from his friends, to have supplied much that is wanting; but I preferred, and I believe the public will prefer, that the last thoughts of the great mind passed away from among us should be preserved sacred from any touch but his own. Besides the revised manuscript, a few pages containing the first rough sketch of the last two months of William's reign are all that is left. From this I have with some difficulty deciphered the account of the death of William. No attempt has been made to join it on to the preceding part, or to supply the corrections which would have been given by the improving hand of the author. But, imperfect as it must be, I believe it will be received with pleasure and interest as a fit conclusion to the life of his great hero.' </p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-5-chapter-23-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 5 chapter 23 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 published death quote preface i thought right publish portion continuation history england fairly transcribed revised lord macaulay given world precisely left connecting link added reference verified authority sought examined would indeed possible help might obtained friends supplied much wanting preferred believe public prefer last thoughts great mind passed away among us preserved sacred touch own besides revised manuscript pages containing first rough sketch last two months william s reign left difficulty deciphered account death william attempt made join preceding part supply corrections would given improving hand author but imperfect must be believe received pleasure interest fit conclusion life great hero p |
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5498 |
6043 |
On the Heavens |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Nature |
On the Heavens (Greek: Περί ουρανού, Latin: De Caelo or De Caelo et Mundo) is Aristotle's chief cosmological treatise. In it Aristotle argues that the Earth is a sphere by pointing to the evidence of lunar eclipses. Aristotle also provides a detailed explanation of his theory of 'gravity' arguing that things which contain 'earth' fall towards the centre of the Universe because 'earth' is naturally attracted to the centre of the Universe. Aristotle argues that if the planet Earth was moved to the location of the Moon then objects which contain 'earth' would not fall towards the centre of the Earth but rather towards the centre of the Universe. Aristotle believed that the more 'earth' an object contained the faster it would fall. Aristotle argues that there is another type of matter called 'fire' which is naturally repelled from the centre of the Universe. In addition to his own theories Aristotle expounds the theories of the Pythagoreans (that the Earth is one of the stars and that numbers are the literal building blocks of our world) and Democritus (that matter is made of atoms and objects float because of the motions of these atoms). (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-heavens-by-aristotle/ |
heavens greek περί ουρανού latin de caelo de caelo et mundo aristotle s chief cosmological treatise aristotle argues earth sphere pointing evidence lunar eclipses aristotle also provides detailed explanation theory gravity arguing things contain earth fall towards centre universe earth naturally attracted centre universe aristotle argues planet earth moved location moon objects contain earth would fall towards centre earth rather towards centre universe aristotle believed earth object contained faster would fall aristotle argues another type matter called fire naturally repelled centre universe addition theories aristotle expounds theories pythagoreans that earth one stars numbers literal building blocks world democritus that matter made atoms objects float motions atoms summary geoffrey edwards p |
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5499 |
6044 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約:使徒行傳 (Acts) |
Chinese Union Version |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhé běn; literally "harmonized/united version") is the predominant Chinese language translation of the Bible used by Chinese Protestants. It is considered by many to be the Chinese Protestant’s Bible.<br />The CUV was translated by a panel with members from many different Protestant denominations, using the English Revised Version as a basis and original manuscripts for crosschecking. Work on the CUV began in 1890 and originally three versions of the CUV were planned: two classical Chinese versions and a vernacular Mandarin version. The CUV was completed in 1919, with one amalgamated classical Chinese translation and one vernacular Mandarin translation. With the onset of May Fourth Movement, and the associated New Culture Movement, the CUV is the first translated work to be published in Vernacular Chinese.<br />The CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin version, published in two slightly different editions: the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版), differing in the way the word "God" is translated.<br /><br />《聖經和合本》(簡稱和合本;今指國語和合本,舊稱官話和合本),是今日華語人士最普遍使用的《聖經》譯本。此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯官話、淺文理及深文理(文言文)譯本。<br />於1904年,《淺文理和合譯本》出版《新約》。《深文理和合譯本》於1906年出版《新約》。1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本,於1919年出版《文理和合譯本》。1906年,官話的翻譯工作完成了《新約》;1919年,《舊約》的翻譯工作完成。在1919年正式出版時,《聖經》譯本名為《官話和合譯本》,從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本《聖經》。<br />(Summaries from Wikipedia)<p> |
Chinese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/acts-by-chinese-union-version/ |
chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhé běn literally harmonized united version predominant chinese language translation bible used chinese protestants considered many chinese protestant s bible br the cuv translated panel members many different protestant denominations using english revised version basis original manuscripts crosschecking work cuv began 1890 originally three versions cuv planned two classical chinese versions vernacular mandarin version cuv completed 1919 one amalgamated classical chinese translation one vernacular mandarin translation onset may fourth movement associated new culture movement cuv first translated work published vernacular chinese br the cuv use today vernacular mandarin version published two slightly different editions shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated br br 聖經和合本 簡稱和合本 今指國語和合本 舊稱官話和合本 是今日華語人士最普遍使用的 聖經 譯本 此譯本的出版起源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯官話 淺文理及深文理 文言文 譯本 br 於1904年 淺文理和合譯本 出版 新約 深文理和合譯本 於1906年出版 新約 1907年大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本 於1919年出版 文理和合譯本 1906年 官話的翻譯工作完成了 新約 1919年 舊約 的翻譯工作完成 在1919年正式出版時 聖經 譯本名為 官話和合譯本 從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本 聖經 br summaries wikipedia p |
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5500 |
6045 |
Miracles of Our Lord |
George MacDonald |
Christianity - Other |
Actions, it is often said, speak louder than words. But in the life of Christ - as George MacDonald shows - both spoke with an equal volume. Much attention is often devoted to what Jesus said while He was on earth, but many in our modern age are puzzled by the miracles. What are we to make of them? MacDonald - wise and gentle as ever - invites us into the miracles as a doorway into the inner life of Christ that we may intimately know Him and His Father. (Summary by Jordan)<br/><br/>Proof-Listeners: lomond and Sarah Parshall</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-miracles-of-our-lord-by-george-macdonald/ |
actions often said speak louder words life christ george macdonald shows spoke equal volume much attention often devoted jesus said earth many modern age puzzled miracles make them macdonald wise gentle ever invites us miracles doorway inner life christ may intimately know father summary jordan br br proof listeners lomond sarah parshall p |
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5501 |
6046 |
Just Stories: The Kind That Never Grow Old |
Winfrid Herbst |
Religion |
Good Books are wise counselors. They point out the right way in the devious paths of life. Have we not often stood at the juncture of two roads, the one of righteousness and the other of unfaithfulness, and was it not then that some golden little book acted the part of an opportune adviser and directed us down the highway of truth? Is there one of us who can truthfully say that good books have not been his loyal and trustworthy helpers, his vigilant guardians in life's intricate ways? This unpretentious little book of goodness stories, a companion volume to "Tell Us Another," must speak for itself.<br><br>This is a charming volume of short stories for Catholic children. In it are 48 stories designed to teach morals and the truths of the faith. (Summary from the introduction to the book and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/just-stories-the-kind-that-never-grow-old-by-winfrid-herbst/ |
good books wise counselors point right way devious paths life often stood juncture two roads one righteousness unfaithfulness golden little book acted part opportune adviser directed us highway truth one us truthfully say good books loyal trustworthy helpers vigilant guardians life s intricate ways unpretentious little book goodness stories companion volume tell us another must speak itself br br this charming volume short stories catholic children 48 stories designed teach morals truths faith summary introduction book maria therese p |
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5502 |
6047 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 035 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />Der selbstsüchtige Riese übersetzt von Wilhelm Cremer (1874-1932)<br>\nDer unartige Knabe übersetzt von Julius Reuscher<br>\nMagnetismus? übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a> .</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-035-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br der selbstsüchtige riese übersetzt von wilhelm cremer 1874 1932 br der unartige knabe übersetzt von julius reuscher br magnetismus übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
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5504 |
6049 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 03 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 3, articles published in 1891 and 1892.</b></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>South America: Annual Address by the President, Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n<li>Geography of the Land: Annual Report by Vice-President Herbert G. Ogden</li>\n<li>Geography of the Air: Annual Report by Vice-President A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>An Expedition to Mount St. Elias, Alaska</li>\n<ul>\n<li>Introduction. The Southern Coast of Alaska</li>\n<li>Part I. Previous Explorations in the St. Elias Region</li>\n<li>Part II. Narrative of the St. Elias Expedition of 1890</li>\n<li>Part III. Sketch of the Geology of the St. Elias Region</li>\n<li>Part IV. Glaciers of the St. Elias Region</li>\n<li>Part V. Height and Position of Mount St. Elias</li>\n<li>Appendix A. Official Instructions governing the Expedition</li>\n<li>Appendix B. Report on topographic Work</li>\n<li>Appendix C. Report on auriferous Sands from Yakutat bay</li>\n<li>Appendix D. Report on fossil Plants</li></ul>\n<li>The Cartography and Observations of Bering's First Voyage</li>\n<li>Height and Position of Mount St. Elias</li>\n<li>The Heart of Africa</li>\n<li>Report of Committee on Exploration in Alaska</li>\n<li>Notes:</li>\n<ul>\n<li> La Carte de France, dite de l'Etat Major</li>\n<li>Polar Regions</li>\n<li>The crossing of Tibet</li>\n<li>Statistics of Railways in United States</li></ul>\n</ul></p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-03-by-various/ |
p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 3 articles published 1891 1892 b h3 ul li south america annual address president gardiner g hubbard li li geography land annual report vice president herbert g ogden li li geography air annual report vice president a w greely li li an expedition mount st elias alaska li ul li introduction southern coast alaska li li part i previous explorations st elias region li li part ii narrative st elias expedition 1890 li li part iii sketch geology st elias region li li part iv glaciers st elias region li li part v height position mount st elias li li appendix a official instructions governing expedition li li appendix b report topographic work li li appendix c report auriferous sands yakutat bay li li appendix d report fossil plants li ul li the cartography observations bering s first voyage li li height position mount st elias li li the heart africa li li report committee exploration alaska li li notes li ul li la carte de france dite de l etat major li li polar regions li li the crossing tibet li li statistics railways united states li ul ul p |
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5505 |
6050 |
Nether World |
George Gissing |
General Fiction, Romance |
<br />This sad social novel revolves around the problematic issue of money. Michael returns from Australia to London a rich man. However, he hides this fact from everybody and spends money only on the things he really needs. He contemplates leaving his money to his granddaughter Jane, under the condition that she donate at least most of it to charity. However, Jane is not sure she can do it. This novel tells much about working class life in 19th century London.(Summary by Stav Nisser)<br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-nether-world-by-george-gissing/ |
br this sad social novel revolves around problematic issue money michael returns australia london rich man however hides fact everybody spends money things really needs contemplates leaving money granddaughter jane condition donate least charity however jane sure it novel tells much working class life 19th century london summary stav nisser br br |
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5506 |
6051 |
Bronze Hand |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A political society secretly operates in Baltimore. When he tries to help his beautiful neighbor Miss Calhoun recover a stolen ring which might cause great unknown danger, Mr. Abbott is drawn into the midst of the conspiracy. (Introduction by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-bronze-hand-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
political society secretly operates baltimore tries help beautiful neighbor miss calhoun recover stolen ring might cause great unknown danger mr abbott drawn midst conspiracy introduction carolin p |
| 5547 |
5507 |
6052 |
South African Memories |
Lady Sarah Wilson |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Lady Sarah Isabella Augusta Wilson was the aunt of Winston Spencer Churchill. In 1899 she became the first woman war correspondent when she was recruited to cover the Siege of Mafeking for the Daily Mail during the Boer War. She moved to Mafeking with her husband at the start of the war, where he was aide-de-camp to Colonel Robert Baden-Powell. Baden-Powell asked her to leave Mafeking for her own safety after the Boers threatened to storm the British garrison. This she duly did, and set off on a madcap adventure in the company of her maid, travelling through the South African countryside until she was finally captured by the enemy and returned to the town in exchange for a horse thief being held there. Dwindling food supplies became a constant theme in the stories she sent back to the Mail and the situation seemed hopeless when the garrison was hit by an outbreak of malarial typhoid. In this weakened state the Boers managed to penetrate the outskirts of the town but the British stood firm and repelled the assault. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/south-african-memories-by-lady-sarah-wilson/ |
lady sarah isabella augusta wilson aunt winston spencer churchill 1899 became first woman war correspondent recruited cover siege mafeking daily mail boer war moved mafeking husband start war aide de camp colonel robert baden powell baden powell asked leave mafeking safety boers threatened storm british garrison duly did set madcap adventure company maid travelling south african countryside finally captured enemy returned town exchange horse thief held there dwindling food supplies became constant theme stories sent back mail situation seemed hopeless garrison hit outbreak malarial typhoid weakened state boers managed penetrate outskirts town british stood firm repelled assault summary wikipedia p |
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5508 |
6053 |
Gulliver’s Reizen |
Jonathan Swift |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Gulliver's reizen is een satirisch boek uit 1726 van de Ierse schrijver Jonathan Swift. \nHet oorspronkelijke boek bevatte vier reisbeschrijvingen, waarvan alleen de eerste, over het land Lilliput, nu nog grote bekendheid geniet. In deze uitgave zijn alleen de eerste twee delen van het oorspronkelijke werk opgenomen. Het tweede deel heet ‘Een reis naar Brobdingnag’. (Samenvatting door Wikipedia en Bart de Leeuw)<br /><br />Tijdens de productie schreef Marcel Coenders, die de tekstcontrole van dit boek verzorgde: "Een mooi boek. Uiteraard kennen we allemaal de een-regel-samenvatting van dit boek: Gulliver gaat op reis in Liliputterland en in Reuzenland. Goed om het verhaal nu eens in een vollere omvang te beluisteren. Zeker geen kinderboekje."<br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/gullivers-reizen-by-jonathan-swift/ |
gulliver s reizen een satirisch boek uit 1726 van de ierse schrijver jonathan swift het oorspronkelijke boek bevatte vier reisbeschrijvingen waarvan alleen de eerste het land lilliput nu nog grote bekendheid geniet deze uitgave zijn alleen de eerste twee delen van het oorspronkelijke werk opgenomen het tweede deel heet een reis naar brobdingnag samenvatting door wikipedia en bart de leeuw br br tijdens de productie schreef marcel coenders die de tekstcontrole van dit boek verzorgde een mooi boek uiteraard kennen allemaal de een regel samenvatting van dit boek gulliver gaat op reis liliputterland en reuzenland goed om het verhaal nu eens een vollere omvang te beluisteren zeker geen kinderboekje br br |
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5509 |
6054 |
Nan Sherwood at Pine Camp |
Annie Roe Carr |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Action & Adventure |
A school girl story about two Illinois teens and the adventures they have with family,friends and the chance to go to a boarding school in Michigan in the early 1920's. (Summary by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/nan-sherwood-at-pine-camp-by-annie-roe-carr/ |
school girl story two illinois teens adventures family friends chance go boarding school michigan early 1920 s summary linda andrus p |
| 5550 |
5510 |
6055 |
Apology |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient, Other religions |
The Apology of Socrates is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he unsuccessfully defended himself in 399 BC against the charges of "corrupting the young, and by not believing in the gods in whom the city believes, but in other daimonia that are novel" (24b). "Apology" here has its earlier meaning (now usually expressed by the word "apologia") of speaking in defense of a cause or of one's beliefs or actions (from the Ancient Greek ἀπολογία). (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/apology-by-plato/ |
apology socrates plato s version speech given socrates unsuccessfully defended 399 bc charges corrupting young believing gods city believes daimonia novel 24b apology earlier meaning now usually expressed word apologia speaking defense cause one s beliefs actions from ancient greek ἀπολογία summary wikipedia p |
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5511 |
6056 |
Olive Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Andrew Lang’s Olive Fairy Book (1907) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang’s Fairy Books. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-olive-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
andrew lang s olive fairy book 1907 beautifully produced illustrated edition fairy tales become classic followed many collections fairy tales collectively known andrew lang s fairy books summary wikipedia p |
| 5552 |
5512 |
6057 |
Mag and Margaret: A Story for Girls |
Pansy |
Children's Fiction, Religion, Christian Fiction |
Little Mag Jessup is an orphan girl who works hard as a servant in Mrs. Perkins' boarding house to earn her keep. She has no education, except what she has picked up on her own. Her future looks unchanging until she is given, on a whim, a devotional book called "Little Pillows," in which she learns that she is valuable to God as His child. She endures trials from many fronts and the prejudice of haughty, rich Margaret, with whom she has more in common than she thinks, on her journey with God. (Introduction by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/mag-and-margaret-by-pansy/ |
little mag jessup orphan girl works hard servant mrs perkins boarding house earn keep education except picked own future looks unchanging given whim devotional book called little pillows learns valuable god child endures trials many fronts prejudice haughty rich margaret common thinks journey god introduction triciag p |
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5513 |
6058 |
Gedenkschriften van Jozef Grimaldi de Clown |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
De door Charles Dickens bewerkte autobiografie van Joseph Grimaldi (1778-1837). De eerste clown die zijn gezicht wit schminkte.</p> |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/de-gedenkschriften-van-jozef-grimaldi-de-clown-by-charles-dickens/ |
de door charles dickens bewerkte autobiografie van joseph grimaldi 1778 1837 de eerste clown die zijn gezicht wit schminkte p |
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5514 |
6059 |
To a Dog |
John Jay Chapman |
Poetry, Elegies & Odes, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of <i>To a Dog</i> by John Jay Chapman, published in 1917. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 6th, 2011 to mark this year's festivals of remembrance.<br /><br />Chapman's son Victor was the first American pilot to lose his life in aerial combat, while serving with the Escadrille Américaine in the First World War. This poem tells of the heartbreak of a bereaved father; the sentiment, though attributed to the son's dog, is familiar to all who have lost someone they loved, in peace or war. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-dog-by-john-jay-chapman/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings i to dog i john jay chapman published 1917 weekly poetry project november 6th 2011 mark year s festivals remembrance br br chapman s son victor first american pilot lose life aerial combat serving escadrille américaine first world war poem tells heartbreak bereaved father sentiment though attributed son s dog familiar lost someone loved peace war introduction ruth golding br br |
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5515 |
6060 |
Dangerous Connections (Les liaisons dangereuses) |
Pierre Choderlos de Laclos |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction |
A translation of 'Les Liaisons dangereuses' alternative title 'Dangerous Liasons'\n\nEveryone probably has Glenn Close and John Malkovich in mind, but for those who have not seen the movie, this epistolary fiction describes how a young girl, Cécile de Voanges, walks on the road to perdition, and is just a toy in the Vicomte de Valmont's and the Comtesse de Merteuil's hands. (Summary by Nadine)<p><p></p>Readers:<p><b>Narrator, Mme de Volanges:</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698"> Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br/><b>Cécile de Volanges:</b><a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6070"> Saab</a><br/><b>Marquise de Merteuil:</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br/><b>Vicomte de Valmont</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br/><b>Présidente de Tourvel</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br/><b>Chevalier de Danceny</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br/><b>Maréchale de **</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br/><b>Madame de Rosemonde</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br/><b>Azolan, Monsieur Bertrand</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br/><b>Comte de Gercourt</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fout</a><br/><b>Père Anselme</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6923">Szindbad</a><br/><b>Anonymous</b>: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br/>Editors: Phil Chenevert and Nadine Eckert-Boulet<p>\n |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/dangerous-connections-by-pierre-choderlos-de-laclos/ |
translation les liaisons dangereuses alternative title dangerous liasons everyone probably glenn close john malkovich mind seen movie epistolary fiction describes young girl cécile de voanges walks road perdition toy vicomte de valmont s comtesse de merteuil s hands summary nadine p p p readers p b narrator mme de volanges b a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br b cécile de volanges b a href http librivox org reader 6070 saab a br b marquise de merteuil b a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br b vicomte de valmont b a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br b présidente de tourvel b a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br b chevalier de danceny b a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br b maréchale de b a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br b madame de rosemonde b a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br b azolan monsieur bertrand b a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br b comte de gercourt b a href http librivox org reader 6930 nolan fout a br b père anselme b a href http librivox org reader 6923 szindbad a br b anonymous b a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br editors phil chenevert nadine eckert boulet p |
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5516 |
6061 |
Anna Karenina (Dole translation) |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Two love stories are set against the backdrop of high society in Tsarist Russia. Anna awakes from a loveless marriage to find herself drawn irresistibly to the dashing cavalry officer, Count Vronsky. Levin struggles with self-esteem, and even flees to the country, before gaining courage to return and offer himself to the beautiful and pure Kitty. Through troubled courtships, reconciliations, marriage and the birth of each one’s first child, Anna and Levin experience joy and despair as they each struggle to find their place in the world and meaning for their lives. (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-by-leo-tolstoy-2/ |
two love stories set backdrop high society tsarist russia anna awakes loveless marriage find drawn irresistibly dashing cavalry officer count vronsky levin struggles self esteem even flees country gaining courage return offer beautiful pure kitty troubled courtships reconciliations marriage birth one s first child anna levin experience joy despair struggle find place world meaning lives introduction maryann p |
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5517 |
6062 |
Bhagavadgita - des Erhabenen Sang |
Unknown |
Poetry, Ancient, Other religions |
Die Bhagavadgita ist eine der zentralen Schriften des Hinduismus. Sie hat die Form eines spirituellen Gedichts. Der vermutlich zwischen dem fünften und dem zweiten vorchristlichen Jahrhundert entstandene Text ist eine Zusammenführung mehrerer verschiedener Denkschulen des damaligen Indien auf Grundlage der Veden, der Upanishaden, des orthodoxen Brahmanismus, des Yoga u.a. (Zusammenfassung nach Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bhagavadgita-des-erhabenen-sang-by-schroeder-leopold-von/ |
die bhagavadgita ist eine der zentralen schriften des hinduismus sie hat die form eines spirituellen gedichts der vermutlich zwischen dem fünften und dem zweiten vorchristlichen jahrhundert entstandene text ist eine zusammenführung mehrerer verschiedener denkschulen des damaligen indien auf grundlage der veden der upanishaden des orthodoxen brahmanismus des yoga u a zusammenfassung nach wikipedia p |
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5518 |
6063 |
Cricket on the Hearth (Version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Family Life, Romance |
<br />The tale of John Peerybingle, the good-hearted carrier, and his young wife Mary ('Dot'), interwoven with the story of poor toymaker Caleb Plummer, his beloved blind daughter Bertha, and the harsh old toy merchant Tackleton, who is due to marry May Fielding, a childhood friend of Dot. Comic relief is provided by Tilly Slowboy, the disaster-prone nursemaid of John and Dot's baby, and Boxer, the family dog.\n<br /><br />The cricket who chirps on the family hearth assumes fairy form to save the day when disaster looms in the form of a mysterious stranger. Sentimental? Certainly - but this, the third (1845) of Dickens' short Christmas books, is as charming and irresistible as its predecessors <i>A Christmas Carol</i> (1843) and <i>The Chimes</i> (1844).<br /><br />The novella is subdivided into chapters called 'Chirps', similar to the 'Quarters' of <i>The Chimes</i> or the 'Staves' of <i>A Christmas Carol</i>. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-cricket-on-the-hearth-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
br the tale john peerybingle good hearted carrier young wife mary dot interwoven story poor toymaker caleb plummer beloved blind daughter bertha harsh old toy merchant tackleton due marry may fielding childhood friend dot comic relief provided tilly slowboy disaster prone nursemaid john dot s baby boxer family dog br br the cricket chirps family hearth assumes fairy form save day disaster looms form mysterious stranger sentimental certainly this third 1845 dickens short christmas books charming irresistible predecessors i a christmas carol i 1843 i the chimes i 1844 br br the novella subdivided chapters called chirps similar quarters i the chimes i staves i a christmas carol i introduction ruth golding br br |
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5519 |
6064 |
At the Villa Rose |
A. E. W. Mason |
Detective Fiction |
Harry Wethermill, the brilliant young scientist, a graduate of Oxford and Munich, has made a fortune from his inventions, and is taking a vacation at Aix-les-Bains. There he meets, and immediately falls in love with, the young and beautiful Celia Harland, who serves as companion to the aging but warm-hearted Madam Dauvray of Paris. All this is observed by Julius Ricardo, a retired financier from the City of London, who spends every August at Aix, expecting there to find a pleasant and peaceful life. Imagine his consternation when he learns that Mme. Dauvray has been brutally murdered, and imagine Harry Wethermill's consternation when he learns that every finger of suspicion is pointed at the now vanished Celia Harland.<br>Implored to do so by Wethermill, Ricardo asks his friend Inspector Hanaud, the great detective of the Paris Sûreté (who is also vacationing in Aix) to involve himself in the case so that the truth may come out. Hanaud agrees to do so (with the permission of the Aix police, of course), and goes to work. Will he be up to the job? And will Harry Wethermill ultimately be glad that he called in the great man? We can only wait to find out. But surely Hanaud will exercise his powerful little grey cells – one of several characteristics he shares with a famous Belgian detective of later decades, and indeed some scholars of mystery stories suggest that Agatha Christie, in her invention of Hercule Poirot, owes a debt to Mason and his invention of Inspector Hanaud. And indeed Julius Ricardo has than a passing resemblance to Arthur Hastings, Poirot's sidekick, who is invariably a few confused steps behind the detective.<br>(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-villa-rose-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
harry wethermill brilliant young scientist graduate oxford munich made fortune inventions taking vacation aix les bains meets immediately falls love with young beautiful celia harland serves companion aging warm hearted madam dauvray paris observed julius ricardo retired financier city london spends every august aix expecting find pleasant peaceful life imagine consternation learns mme dauvray brutally murdered imagine harry wethermill s consternation learns every finger suspicion pointed vanished celia harland br implored wethermill ricardo asks friend inspector hanaud great detective paris sûreté who also vacationing aix involve case truth may come out hanaud agrees with permission aix police course goes work job harry wethermill ultimately glad called great man wait find out surely hanaud exercise powerful little grey cells one several characteristics shares famous belgian detective later decades indeed scholars mystery stories suggest agatha christie invention hercule poirot owes debt mason invention inspector hanaud indeed julius ricardo passing resemblance arthur hastings poirot s sidekick invariably confused steps behind detective br introduction nicholas clifford |
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5520 |
6065 |
Molly Make-Believe (version 2) |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Carl Stanton is an invalid suffering from an unusual bout of rheumatism. His fiancée is gone for the winter and though he begs her to write to help ease his boredom and pain she is stingy with her letters. She sends him what she calls a "ridiculous circular" which she states is very apropos of his sentimental passion for letters. In a sudden fit of mischief, malice and rheumatism, Carl decides to respond to the circular which results in bringing about the necessary distraction in a flurry of letters that do ease Carl’s boredom and pain but also bring him something else that he never quite expected. ( Summary by wikisource )<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/molly-make-believe-version-2-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
carl stanton invalid suffering unusual bout rheumatism fiancée gone winter though begs write help ease boredom pain stingy letters sends calls ridiculous circular states apropos sentimental passion letters sudden fit mischief malice rheumatism carl decides respond circular results bringing necessary distraction flurry letters ease carl s boredom pain also bring something else never quite expected summary wikisource p |
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5521 |
6066 |
Fairy Tales of Science |
John Cargill Brough |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction |
This book, written in the mid 19th century and illustrated by Charles H. Bennett, provides an entertaining introduction to topics in science for children. In each chapter, the author uses a popular myth or fairy tale to lay the groundwork for an equally fascinating "fairy tale of science" full of interesting facts and real life examples. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-tales-of-science-by-john-cargill-brough/ |
book written mid 19th century illustrated charles h bennett provides entertaining introduction topics science children chapter author uses popular myth fairy tale lay groundwork equally fascinating fairy tale science full interesting facts real life examples summary j m smallheer p |
| 5562 |
5522 |
6067 |
Rape of the Lock |
Alexander Pope |
Poetry, Satire, Narratives |
The Rape of the Lock is a mock-heroic narrative poem written by Alexander Pope, first published anonymously in Lintot's Miscellany in May 1712 in two cantos (334 lines), but then revised, expanded and reissued under Pope's name on March 2, 1714, in a much-expanded 5-canto version (794 lines). The final form was available in 1717 with the addition of Clarissa's speech on good humour. The poem satirizes a petty squabble by comparing it to the epic world of the gods. It was based on an incident recounted by Pope's friend, John Caryll. Arabella Fermor and her suitor, Lord Petre, were both from aristocratic recusant Catholic families at a period in England when under such laws as the Test Act, all denominations except Anglicanism suffered legal restrictions and penalties (for example Petre could not take up his place in the House of Lords as a Catholic). Petre, lusting after Arabella, had cut off a lock of her hair without permission, and the consequent argument had created a breach between the two families. Pope, also a Catholic, wrote the poem at the request of friends in an attempt to "comically merge the two." He utilized the character Belinda to represent Arabella and introduced an entire system of "sylphs," or guardian spirits of virgins, a parodied version of the gods and goddesses of conventional epic. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1717 |
https://librivox.org/the-rape-of-the-lock-by-alexander-pope/ |
rape lock mock heroic narrative poem written alexander pope first published anonymously lintot s miscellany may 1712 two cantos 334 lines revised expanded reissued pope s name march 2 1714 much expanded 5 canto version 794 lines final form available 1717 addition clarissa s speech good humour poem satirizes petty squabble comparing epic world gods based incident recounted pope s friend john caryll arabella fermor suitor lord petre aristocratic recusant catholic families period england laws test act denominations except anglicanism suffered legal restrictions penalties for example petre could take place house lords catholic petre lusting arabella cut lock hair without permission consequent argument created breach two families pope also catholic wrote poem request friends attempt comically merge two utilized character belinda represent arabella introduced entire system sylphs guardian spirits virgins parodied version gods goddesses conventional epic summary wikipedia p |
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5523 |
6068 |
Hound of the Baskervilles (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<i>The Hound of the Baskervilles</i> is the third of four crime novels by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-version-2-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
i the hound baskervilles i third four crime novels sir arthur conan doyle featuring detective sherlock holmes originally serialised strand magazine august 1901 april 1902 set largely dartmoor devon england s west country tells story attempted murder inspired legend fearsome diabolical hound summary wikipedia p |
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5524 |
6069 |
Broken Rosary |
Grace Johnson |
Detective Fiction |
County Prosecutor Wally Brighton was found shot to death one evening, a broken rosary in one hand and a .32 automatic inches away from the other. Was it murder or suicide? It takes two sharp-eyed reporters, who combine romance with amateur sleuthing, to find the surprising solution to this baffling and thrilling murder mystery. (Summary from an original jacket)<p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-broken-rosary-by-grace-and-harold-johnson/ |
county prosecutor wally brighton found shot death one evening broken rosary one hand 32 automatic inches away other murder suicide takes two sharp eyed reporters combine romance amateur sleuthing find surprising solution baffling thrilling murder mystery summary original jacket p |
| 5565 |
5525 |
6070 |
Groundwork of the Christian Virtues |
William Bernard Ullathorne |
Christianity - Other |
William Bernard Ullathorne was a Benedictine monk and Roman Catholic priest who ministered in Australia from 1833 until 1840 and then returned to his native England, where he was ordained a bishop in 1847 and served as Bishop of Birmingham from 1850 until 1888. He is best known for his catechetical trilogy: The Endowments of Man, The Groundwork of the Christian Virtues, and Christian Patience, published in the 1880s. The Groundwork of the Christian Virtues is presented in sixteen lectures, wherein Bishop Ullathorne makes the case that the virtue of humility is the foundation of all virtues, especially of the three theological virtues and the four cardinal moral virtues. The theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity have God Himself as their object, and the four cardinal virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance show one how to cultivate the theological virtues in one's daily life. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-groundwork-of-the-christian-virtues-by-william-bernard-ullathorne/ |
william bernard ullathorne benedictine monk roman catholic priest ministered australia 1833 1840 returned native england ordained bishop 1847 served bishop birmingham 1850 1888 best known catechetical trilogy endowments man groundwork christian virtues christian patience published 1880s groundwork christian virtues presented sixteen lectures wherein bishop ullathorne makes case virtue humility foundation virtues especially three theological virtues four cardinal moral virtues theological virtues faith hope charity god object four cardinal virtues prudence justice fortitude temperance show one cultivate theological virtues one s daily life introduction dave7 p |
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5526 |
6071 |
Confessions of a Poacher |
John Watson |
Biography & Autobiography, Nature |
The poacher of these "Confessions" was no imaginary being. Following in his father's and forefather's footsteps, he learnt from an early age the practical skills of poaching and woodcraft. It was, however, Mother Nature that made old "Phil" a Poacher but she also made him a Sportsman and a Naturalist at the same time. Never did any man appear in closer sympathy with the wild creatures about him. <br>\n\nEven when about eighty years of age, there was still some of the old erectness in his carriage; some of the old fire in his eyes. As a young man he was handsome, though in later years his features were battered out of all original conception. His silvery hair still covered a lion-like head, and his tanned cheeks were hard and firm. <br>\n\nIf his life had been a lawless one he had undoubtedly paid a heavy price for his wrong doings. Great as a poacher, he must have been great whatever he had been. (Confessions of a Poacher / TND) </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-of-a-poacher-by-john-watson/ |
poacher confessions imaginary being following father s forefather s footsteps learnt early age practical skills poaching woodcraft was however mother nature made old phil poacher also made sportsman naturalist time never man appear closer sympathy wild creatures him br even eighty years age still old erectness carriage old fire eyes young man handsome though later years features battered original conception silvery hair still covered lion like head tanned cheeks hard firm br life lawless one undoubtedly paid heavy price wrong doings great poacher must great whatever been confessions poacher tnd p |
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5527 |
6072 |
Curiosities of Olden Times |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Essays & Short Works |
This book is a collection of 17 gems of random knowledge, such as what women are made of and the philosopher's stone, written in Baring-Gould's own style. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-olden-times-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
book collection 17 gems random knowledge women made philosopher s stone written baring gould s style summary carolin p |
| 5568 |
5528 |
6073 |
Bible (KJV) NT 05: Acts |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
Acts tells the story of the Apostolic Age of the Early Christian church, with particular emphasis on the ministry of the Twelve Apostles and of Paul of Tarsus. The early chapters, set in Jerusalem, discuss Jesus' Resurrection and Great Commission, his Ascension with a prophecy to return, the start of the Twelve Apostles' ministry, and the Day of Pentecost. The later chapters discuss Paul's conversion, his ministry, and finally his arrest and imprisonment and trip to Rome. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/acts-king-james-version/ |
acts tells story apostolic age early christian church particular emphasis ministry twelve apostles paul tarsus early chapters set jerusalem discuss jesus resurrection great commission ascension prophecy return start twelve apostles ministry day pentecost later chapters discuss paul s conversion ministry finally arrest imprisonment trip rome introduction wikipedia p |
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5529 |
6074 |
Man in the Moone |
Francis Godwin |
Fantasy Fiction |
A self-serving Spaniard discovers a means of traveling to the moon, describing his sensations in transit in terms remarkably consistent with modern astronauts' experiences. He finds on the moon a utopia, which he describes in detail, but being a fallen creature, he takes the first opportunity of coming home. ( Summary by Thomas A. Copeland )</p> |
English |
1638 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-in-the-moone-by-francis-godwin/ |
self serving spaniard discovers means traveling moon describing sensations transit terms remarkably consistent modern astronauts experiences finds moon utopia describes detail fallen creature takes first opportunity coming home summary thomas a copeland p |
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5530 |
6075 |
Weapons of Mystery |
Joseph Hocking |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Justin Blake receives an invitation from his old school-fellow Tom Temple to join him and his family for the Christmas holidays in Yorkshire. Having no other plans, he decides to go. Though he is normally much the opposite of what would be called a lady's man, he falls instantly in love with Miss Forrest, one of the guests, who had already shared his train compartment on the way. When he meets the mysterious Herod Voltaire and finds that he must protect the girl from him and his weapons of mystery, the aventure begins. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/weapons-of-mystery-by-joseph-hocking/ |
justin blake receives invitation old school fellow tom temple join family christmas holidays yorkshire plans decides go though normally much opposite would called lady s man falls instantly love miss forrest one guests already shared train compartment way meets mysterious herod voltaire finds must protect girl weapons mystery aventure begins summary carolin p |
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5531 |
6076 |
History of Standard Oil: Volume 1 |
Ida M. Tarbell |
*Non-fiction, Business & Economics, History |
The History of the Standard Oil Company is a book written by journalist Ida Tarbell in 1904. It was an exposé of the Standard Oil Company, run at that time by oil tycoon <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_D._Rockefeller" rel="nofollow">John D. Rockefeller</a> the richest figure in America's history. Originally serialized in 19 parts in McClure's magazine, the book was a seminal example of muckraking, and inspired many other journalists to write about trusts, large businesses that (in the absence of strong antitrust law in the 19th century) attempted to gain monopolies in various industries. The History of the Standard Oil Company was credited with hastening the breakup of Standard Oil, which came about in 1911. ( Summary by Wikipedia )<br><br>Note: This reading does not include any of the 36 Appendices.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-standard-oil-volume-1-by-ida-tarbell/ |
history standard oil company book written journalist ida tarbell 1904 exposé standard oil company run time oil tycoon a href http en wikipedia org wiki john_d _rockefeller rel nofollow john d rockefeller a richest figure america s history originally serialized 19 parts mcclure s magazine book seminal example muckraking inspired many journalists write trusts large businesses in absence strong antitrust law 19th century attempted gain monopolies various industries history standard oil company credited hastening breakup standard oil came 1911 summary wikipedia br br note reading include 36 appendices p |
| 5572 |
5532 |
6077 |
Catalog of Testimonies |
Jakob Andreae |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
This appendix to the 1580 edition of the Book of Concord is a compilation of Scripture passages together with citations from the fathers of the ancient Christian Church. They are intended to show that the Christology of the Formula of Concord differs neither in substance nor in terminology from Christian Orthodoxy. (Introduction by Jonathan Lange)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-catalog-of-testimonies-by-jakob-andreae/ |
appendix 1580 edition book concord compilation scripture passages together citations fathers ancient christian church intended show christology formula concord differs neither substance terminology christian orthodoxy introduction jonathan lange p |
| 5573 |
5533 |
6078 |
Dama Duende |
Pedro Calderón de la Barca |
Comedy, Romance |
Entre las comedias del fecundo y elegante Calderón merecía, sin duda, uno de los lugares mas distinguidos la que se conoce con el título de La dama duende. Con efecto la novedad original del argumento, la verdad de los caracteres, una multitud de escenas y de situaciones cómicas, y las gracias y sales derramadas con profusión en toda ella la hacían sumamente apreciable. Por otra parte el fin de esta obra era el de atacar una preocupación tan general como ridícula, que había llegado a apoderarse del pueblo español, y de la que aun está muy lejos de hallarse totalmente curado: La existencia de los duendes, fantasmas, trasgos, etc. estaba recibida entre nosotros en aquel siglo como un hecho seguro y constante; y, aunque esta errónea opinión no mereciese más que la risa y el desprecio, eran de tal trascendencia los males que ocasionaba que fue preciso hacer uso de cuantos medios pudieron emplearse a fin de procurar destruirla. (De la introducción de Antonio de Miguel a la edición de José Fernández Guerra de 1826.)\n\n<br><br><strong>Elenco:</strong><br>\nNarradora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6447">DreamVoz</a><br>\nDon Manuel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3946">Tux</a><br>\nCosme: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8585">Ditirambo</a><br>\nDoña Angela: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6447">DreamVoz</a><br>\nIsabel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>\nRodrigo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>\nDon Luis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo</a><br>\nDon Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8688">Paolo Paez</a><br>\nDoña Beatriz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a><br>\nClara, criada: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\n<strong>Audio editado por Tux y Karen Savage</strong><p> |
Spanish |
1636 |
https://librivox.org/la-dama-duende-by-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca/ |
entre las comedias del fecundo elegante calderón merecía sin duda uno de los lugares mas distinguidos la que se conoce con el título de la dama duende con efecto la novedad original del argumento la verdad de los caracteres una multitud de escenas de situaciones cómicas las gracias sales derramadas con profusión en toda ella la hacían sumamente apreciable por otra parte el fin de esta obra era el de atacar una preocupación tan general como ridícula que había llegado apoderarse del pueblo español de la que aun está muy lejos de hallarse totalmente curado la existencia de los duendes fantasmas trasgos etc estaba recibida entre nosotros en aquel siglo como un hecho seguro constante y aunque esta errónea opinión mereciese más que la risa el desprecio eran de tal trascendencia los males que ocasionaba que fue preciso hacer uso de cuantos medios pudieron emplearse fin de procurar destruirla de la introducción de antonio de miguel la edición de josé fernández guerra de 1826 br br strong elenco strong br narradora a href https librivox org reader 6447 dreamvoz a br manuel a href https librivox org reader 3946 tux a br cosme a href https librivox org reader 8585 ditirambo a br doña angela a href https librivox org reader 6447 dreamvoz a br isabel a href https librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br rodrigo a href https librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br luis a href https librivox org reader 8630 eduardo a br juan a href https librivox org reader 8688 paolo paez a br doña beatriz a href https librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br clara criada a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br strong audio editado por tux karen savage strong p |
| 5574 |
5534 |
6079 |
Camp-Fire Girls in the Country or The Secret Aunt Hannah Forgot |
Stella M. Francis |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Teen-ager Hazel Edwards and the other twelve members of the Flamingo Camp-Fire Girls experience some real adventure when they are invited to spend part of their summer as guests of Hazel’s elderly aunt on her large country farm. Mrs. Hannah Hutchins is a widow living alone with a few servants and farming assistants in her home in the midwestern town of Fairberry. The girls set up camp on a section of Aunt Hannah’s farm but, before too long, an incident occurs during the annual Fourth of July celebration in Fairberry. What happens will have far-reaching consequences for Hazel’s Aunt Hannah and the girls of Flamingo Camp Fire as they must use the skills they’ve gained to fend off desperate characters and help Aunt Hannah to ‘remember’ what she forgot. This book, Camp-Fire Girls in the Country or The Secret Aunt Hannah Forgot, is one of numerous books written about the Camp-Fire Girls and their experiences. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/camp-fire-girls-in-the-country-or-the-secret-aunt-hannah-forgot-by-stella-m-francis/ |
teen ager hazel edwards twelve members flamingo camp fire girls experience real adventure invited spend part summer guests hazel s elderly aunt large country farm mrs hannah hutchins widow living alone servants farming assistants home midwestern town fairberry girls set camp section aunt hannah s farm but long incident occurs annual fourth july celebration fairberry happens far reaching consequences hazel s aunt hannah girls flamingo camp fire must use skills they ve gained fend desperate characters help aunt hannah remember forgot book camp fire girls country secret aunt hannah forgot one numerous books written camp fire girls experiences summary lee ann howlett p |
| 5575 |
5535 |
6080 |
Essentials of Prayer |
Edward M. Bounds |
Religion, Christianity - Other |
The Sunday School Times says of the author, "he was a specialist in prayer and his books are for the quiet hour, for careful meditation and for all who wish to seek and find the treasures of God." This book is a ready helper for those who want to follow his path, with more and better communication with the Lord. (Summary by Editor & Reader)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-essentials-of-prayer-by-edward-m-bounds/ |
sunday school times says author he specialist prayer books quiet hour careful meditation wish seek find treasures god book ready helper want follow path better communication lord summary editor reader p |
| 5576 |
5536 |
6081 |
Appreciations, with an Essay on Style |
Walter Pater |
Literary Criticism |
Appreciations, with an Essay on Style, is a collection of Walter Pater's previously-published essays on literature. The collection was well received by public and critic since its first edition, in 1889. The volume includes an appraisal of the poems of Dante Gabriel Rossetti, first printed in 1883, a few months after Rossetti's death; an essay on Thomas Browne, whose Baroque style Pater admired; and a discussion of Measure for Measure, one of Pater's most often reprinted pieces. The second edition, published in 1890, had a few modifications, and is the basis for all other editions of the book. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/appreciations-with-an-essay-on-style-by-walter-pater/ |
appreciations essay style collection walter pater s previously published essays literature collection well received public critic since first edition 1889 volume includes appraisal poems dante gabriel rossetti first printed 1883 months rossetti s death essay thomas browne whose baroque style pater admired discussion measure measure one pater s often reprinted pieces second edition published 1890 modifications basis editions book summary leni p |
| 5577 |
5537 |
6082 |
Bleak House (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
The Chancery Court had jurisdiction over all matters of equity, including administration of estates, the guardianship of orphans, and disputed property disbursement. In Dickens’ time, some cases could take years to be settled, changing the lives of those involved.</p>\n\nEsther Summerson, a young woman raised in a tough and unloving atmosphere, is unexpectedly requested to be a companion to two teenage orphans, Richard Carstone and Ada Clare, for whom the court has appointed as guardian, John Jarndyce. They take up residence at Mr. Jarndyce’s home, Bleak House. The story of their lives and fortunes is the main thrust of the novel, and is related at times through the eyes of Esther, whose gentle point of view gives the reader a different and more intimate perspective.</p>\n\nRichard is sure his fortune is ‘just around the corner’ when the case of Jarndyce-v-Jarndyce, of which he and Ada will be beneficiaries, is settled. He tries his hand at a career or two, but he becomes obsessed with hastening the probate of the willed fortune he feels must soon be theirs. Further difficulties arise when he and Ada fall in love, while he, penniless, continues the quest to bring his case to justice.</p>\n\nA scriber of legal documents dies, and from his death, questions arise which unearth secrets that the Jarndyce’s neighbour, Lady Dedlock, has kept hidden for years. Inspector Bucket enters the case, and begins investigating the disappearance of Lady Dedlock. In the dirt poor part of London comes a young boy called Joe who claims to ‘know noffink’ but who has witnessed something very important.</p>\n\nSeveral other colorful characters are wound into the story. Nearly insane Miss Flite, who for years has attended court every day, with her little folder of documents, is ever hopeful of a settlement. Mr. Boythorn is a boisterous friend of Jarndyce who has a vendetta with Sir Leicester Dedlock. The Jellyby Family, invariably on the verge of a disaster, is neglected by their Mother who is obsessed with an overseas project. The Smallweed family is mean and avaricious – squeezing money from poor clients. Mr. Skimpole is the childlike captivating friend of Mr. Jarndyce who sees no harm in living off everybody else. Mr. Guppy fawns after Esther, and plots to steal documents with his friend Weevle. Mr. Woodcourt is a gentle surgeon and family friend, who becomes a hero.</p>\n\nSince the writing of Bleak House, the property laws of England were changed, and disbursements were thenceforth conducted in court with the object of swiftly coming to a settlement for the benefit of inheritors.</p>\n\n(Summary by Mil Nicholson)<p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/bleak-house-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
chancery court jurisdiction matters equity including administration estates guardianship orphans disputed property disbursement dickens time cases could take years settled changing lives involved p esther summerson young woman raised tough unloving atmosphere unexpectedly requested companion two teenage orphans richard carstone ada clare court appointed guardian john jarndyce take residence mr jarndyce s home bleak house story lives fortunes main thrust novel related times eyes esther whose gentle point view gives reader different intimate perspective p richard sure fortune just around corner case jarndyce v jarndyce ada beneficiaries settled tries hand career two becomes obsessed hastening probate willed fortune feels must soon theirs difficulties arise ada fall love he penniless continues quest bring case justice p scriber legal documents dies death questions arise unearth secrets jarndyce s neighbour lady dedlock kept hidden years inspector bucket enters case begins investigating disappearance lady dedlock dirt poor part london comes young boy called joe claims know noffink witnessed something important p several colorful characters wound story nearly insane miss flite years attended court every day little folder documents ever hopeful settlement mr boythorn boisterous friend jarndyce vendetta sir leicester dedlock jellyby family invariably verge disaster neglected mother obsessed overseas project smallweed family mean avaricious squeezing money poor clients mr skimpole childlike captivating friend mr jarndyce sees harm living everybody else mr guppy fawns esther plots steal documents friend weevle mr woodcourt gentle surgeon family friend becomes hero p since writing bleak house property laws england changed disbursements thenceforth conducted court object swiftly coming settlement benefit inheritors p summary mil nicholson p |
| 5578 |
5538 |
6086 |
Wit and Humor of America, Vol 10 |
Various |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The Wit and Humor of America is a 10 volume series. In this, the tenth volume, 62 short stories and poems have been gathered from 42 authors. This volume is sure to delight listeners. (Summary by Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-10-by-various/ |
wit humor america 10 volume series this tenth volume 62 short stories poems gathered 42 authors volume sure delight listeners summary linette geisel p |
| 5579 |
5539 |
6087 |
Uncle Remus Returns |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Uncle Remus tells these 11 stories but to the son of the original "little boy" who is visiting his grandmother on the plantation. As always Uncle Remus can be relied upon to provide funny and pointed insight into human personalities through his story telling. These were all published in the Uncle Remus magazine from 1905 and 1906 and gathered together in this book by the author. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-remus-returns-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
uncle remus tells 11 stories son original little boy visiting grandmother plantation always uncle remus relied upon provide funny pointed insight human personalities story telling published uncle remus magazine 1905 1906 gathered together book author summary phil chenevert p |
| 5580 |
5540 |
6088 |
Batalla de los Arapiles |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
"La batalla de los Arapiles" -continuación de "Juan Martín El Empecinado"- es la décima y última novela de la primera serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Culmina la narración de las aventuras del gaditano Gabriel Araceli durante la Guerra de Independencia entre España y Francia. En esta ocasión, Gabriel participa en la decisiva batalla de los Arapiles, que marcó el fin de la dominación francesa. El ejército aliado, formado por españoles, portugueses y británicos al mando de Lord Wellington, se encuentra en las proximidades de Salamanca, que todavía está en poder de los franceses. Una noble intelectual inglesa, miss Fly, se pasea libremente entre las tropas respetada por sus compatriotas y ante el estupor de los españoles, poco acostumbrados a que las mujeres dispongan de este tipo de libertades. Miss Fly es una romántica enferma de literatura, y enseguida cree ver en Gabriel la reencarnación de los viejos ideales medievales del honor, la virtud y el sacrificio, de modo que se encapricha de él. Gabriel se entera de que Inés y Santorcaz están viviendo en Salamanca, de modo que se presenta voluntario para una suicida misión de espionaje al lugar, ya que Wellington quiere conocer las defensas que los franceses han preparado antes de proceder al asalto. Miss Fly se empeña en acompañar a Gabriel, pero éste la despista al poco de partir y llega solo a Salamanca, disfrazado de campesino. El resto de tramas secundarias de la primera serie se resuelven al final de esta novela. (Resumen adaptado de Wikipedia)<p><p>\n\nLa Primera Serie<br>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/trafalgar-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Trafalgar</a><br>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-corte-de-carlos-iv-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La corte de Carlos IV</a><br>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/el-19-de-marzo-y-el-2-de-mayo-by-benito-perez-galdos/">El 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo</a><br>\n4 - <a href="http://librivox.org/bailen-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Bailén</a><br>\n5 - <a href="http://librivox.org/napoleon-en-chamartin-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Napoleón en Chamartín</a><br>\n6 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zaragoza-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zaragoza</a><br>\n7 - <a href="http://librivox.org/gerona-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Gerona</a><br>\n8 - <a href="http://librivox.org/cadiz-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Cádiz</a><br>\n9 - <a href="http://librivox.org/juan-martin-el-empecinado-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Juan Martín el Empecinado</a><br>\n10 - <a href="http://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/">La batalla de los Arapiles</a><br> |
Spanish |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/la-batalla-de-los-arapiles-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
la batalla de los arapiles continuación de juan martín el empecinado es la décima última novela de la primera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós culmina la narración de las aventuras del gaditano gabriel araceli durante la guerra de independencia entre españa francia en esta ocasión gabriel participa en la decisiva batalla de los arapiles que marcó el fin de la dominación francesa el ejército aliado formado por españoles portugueses británicos al mando de lord wellington se encuentra en las proximidades de salamanca que todavía está en poder de los franceses una noble intelectual inglesa miss fly se pasea libremente entre las tropas respetada por sus compatriotas ante el estupor de los españoles poco acostumbrados que las mujeres dispongan de este tipo de libertades miss fly es una romántica enferma de literatura enseguida cree ver en gabriel la reencarnación de los viejos ideales medievales del honor la virtud el sacrificio de modo que se encapricha de él gabriel se entera de que inés santorcaz están viviendo en salamanca de modo que se presenta voluntario para una suicida misión de espionaje al lugar ya que wellington quiere conocer las defensas que los franceses han preparado antes de proceder al asalto miss fly se empeña en acompañar gabriel pero éste la despista al poco de partir llega solo salamanca disfrazado de campesino el resto de tramas secundarias de la primera serie se resuelven al final de esta novela resumen adaptado de wikipedia p p la primera serie br 1 a href http librivox org trafalgar by benito perez galdos trafalgar a br 2 a href http librivox org la corte de carlos iv by benito perez galdos la corte de carlos iv a br 3 a href http librivox org el 19 de marzo y el 2 de mayo by benito perez galdos el 19 de marzo el 2 de mayo a br 4 a href http librivox org bailen by benito perez galdos bailén a br 5 a href http librivox org napoleon en chamartin by benito perez galdos napoleón en chamartín a br 6 a href http librivox org zaragoza by benito perez galdos zaragoza a br 7 a href http librivox org gerona by benito perez galdos gerona a br 8 a href http librivox org cadiz by benito perez galdos cádiz a br 9 a href http librivox org juan martin el empecinado by benito perez galdos juan martín el empecinado a br 10 a href http librivox org la batalla de los arapiles by benito perez galdos la batalla de los arapiles a br |
| 5581 |
5541 |
6089 |
Home Sweet Home |
John Howard Payne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Originally from the Opera 'Clari, Maid of Milan,' 'Home! Sweet Home!' is John Howard Payne's most famous work. Written in 1823 it has been widely quoted and referenced in other works ever since.\nThis is the LibriVox Weekly Poetry project for the week beginning November 13th 2011. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/home-sweet-home-by-john-howard-payne/ |
originally opera clari maid milan home sweet home john howard payne s famous work written 1823 widely quoted referenced works ever since librivox weekly poetry project week beginning november 13th 2011 summary lucy perry p |
| 5582 |
5542 |
6090 |
Brushwood Boy |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The experiences in public school, Sandhurst and military life in India of Major George Cotter together with his adventures in the dream world he discovers and frequents. (Summary by Liam Neely)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-brushwood-boy-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
experiences public school sandhurst military life india major george cotter together adventures dream world discovers frequents summary liam neely p |
| 5583 |
5543 |
6091 |
Guns of Shiloh |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The Northern Army has just be handed a great defeat at Bull Run and is headed back to Washington, DC. How will the North answer this defeat? Follow our hero, Dick Mason, into the Western campaign to find out.<br><br>This is the second book in the Civil War Series by Joseph A. Altsheler. (Summary by Ann Boulais )</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-guns-of-shiloh-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
northern army handed great defeat bull run headed back washington dc north answer defeat follow hero dick mason western campaign find out br br this second book civil war series joseph a altsheler summary ann boulais p |
| 5584 |
5544 |
6092 |
Fortunate Youth |
William John Locke |
General Fiction, Romance |
Paul is a poor boy who grew up in London, in the household of his mother and stepfather. His journey to greatness is the subject of our story. But his desired success comes at a very high price. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortunate-youth-by-william-john-locke/ |
paul poor boy grew london household mother stepfather journey greatness subject story desired success comes high price summary stav nisser p |
| 5585 |
5545 |
6093 |
Just William |
Richmal Crompton |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
William is a mischievous eleven year old who is puzzled by the adult world, which is no less puzzled by him. The humor is gentle and pleasing. The series of books is better known in the United Kingdom than in the U.S. ( Summary by David Wales )</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/just-william-by-richmal-crompton/ |
william mischievous eleven year old puzzled adult world less puzzled him humor gentle pleasing series books better known united kingdom u s summary david wales p |
| 5586 |
5546 |
6094 |
Bent Twig |
Dorothy Canfield Fisher |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Semi-autobiographical series of incidents in the life of an intellectual American family in the late 19th - early 20th Century as seen by favored daughter, Sylvia Marshall. Her father is an economics professor in a Midwestern state university and she is following in his inquisitive footsteps. Canfield writes this in a matter-of-fact manner with Tarkingtonesque good humor. ( Summary by BellonaTimes )<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-bent-twig-by-dorothy-canfield-fisher/ |
semi autobiographical series incidents life intellectual american family late 19th early 20th century seen favored daughter sylvia marshall father economics professor midwestern state university following inquisitive footsteps canfield writes matter of fact manner tarkingtonesque good humor summary bellonatimes p |
| 5587 |
5547 |
6095 |
Snowdrift |
James B. Hendryx |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The story revolves around Carter Brent, an alcoholic and gambler who had struck gold many times in the Yukon, but gambled and drank it away in Dawson; and Snowdrift, the half-breed who had spent her life with a wandering band of Indians in the frozen north country. Snowdrift had been raised by Wananebish, yet never knew who her father was, and yet Wananebish had somehow been able to send her to be schooled at a nearby mission.</p>\n\nThe paths of this unlikely pair would cross in the barren lands of the Yukon where Brent had hopes of finding more gold, but it was well known that there was no gold in the region between Dawson and the MacKenzie. But Brent had that certain knack for striking gold, and due to his way of life, also had a certain knack for gambling and drinking it away. Plenty of action follows, while Brent performs his search with little or no money, runs across Snowdrift, and while a band of fellow gamblers who know of his luck follows closely on his trail, he must get his prize back to Dawson. (Introduction by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/snowdrift-by-james-b-hendryx/ |
story revolves around carter brent alcoholic gambler struck gold many times yukon gambled drank away dawson snowdrift half breed spent life wandering band indians frozen north country snowdrift raised wananebish yet never knew father was yet wananebish somehow able send schooled nearby mission p paths unlikely pair would cross barren lands yukon brent hopes finding gold well known gold region dawson mackenzie brent certain knack striking gold due way life also certain knack gambling drinking away plenty action follows brent performs search little money runs across snowdrift band fellow gamblers know luck follows closely trail must get prize back dawson introduction roger melin p |
| 5588 |
5548 |
6096 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 025 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, science, humor, travel, philosophy, nature, slavery, the U. S. Civil War, and politics. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-025-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history science humor travel philosophy nature slavery u s civil war politics summary j m smallheer p |
| 5589 |
5549 |
6097 |
Cruel Painter |
George MacDonald |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Short Stories |
This is the story of a daring college student's quest to win the icy heart of a beautiful girl. Unfortunately, the girl is the daughter of a cunning and sadistic master artist, who takes the student as an apprentice with the express intent of torturing the youth with his own hopeless love. The story is set in late 16 century Prague, amid mysterious happenings and the terrifying rumors of a vampire on the loose. ( Summary by Ned Troxel )</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-cruel-painter-by-george-macdonald/ |
story daring college student s quest win icy heart beautiful girl unfortunately girl daughter cunning sadistic master artist takes student apprentice express intent torturing youth hopeless love story set late 16 century prague amid mysterious happenings terrifying rumors vampire loose summary ned troxel p |
| 5590 |
5550 |
6098 |
David Copperfield (NL vertaling) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
David Copperfield is een roman van Charles Dickens uit 1850. Zoals in vroeger eeuwen tamelijk gebruikelijk was, had het boek in werkelijkheid een lange titel: "The Personal History, Adventures, Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery (which he never meant to be published on any account)."<BR><BR> Zoals de meeste van de boeken van Dickens verscheen het eerst als feuilleton; in dit geval in de periode 1848-1850. In dit boek komen nogal wat elementen voor uit Dickens' eigen leven, en daarmee is David Copperfield waarschijnlijk de meest autobiografische roman van Dickens. Zowel voor als na David Copperfield schreef Dickens zeven romans. David Copperfield is dus letterlijk het middelpunt van zijn werk en het werd door Dickens gezien als zijn favoriete boek. (Samenvatting geschreven door Wikipedia.nl )</p> |
Dutch |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-nl-by-charles-dickens/ |
david copperfield een roman van charles dickens uit 1850 zoals vroeger eeuwen tamelijk gebruikelijk was het boek werkelijkheid een lange titel the personal history adventures experience observation david copperfield younger blunderstone rookery which never meant published account br br zoals de meeste van de boeken van dickens verscheen het eerst als feuilleton dit geval de periode 1848 1850 dit boek komen nogal wat elementen voor uit dickens eigen leven en daarmee david copperfield waarschijnlijk de meest autobiografische roman van dickens zowel voor als na david copperfield schreef dickens zeven romans david copperfield dus letterlijk het middelpunt van zijn werk en het werd door dickens gezien als zijn favoriete boek samenvatting geschreven door wikipedia nl p |
| 5591 |
5551 |
6099 |
Consequences |
E. M. Delafield |
Family Life, General Fiction |
Set in late Victorian England, “Consequences” follows the life of Alexandra Clare, a girl born into an upper class Catholic London family. Raised from birth for the privileged life of a wife and mother, Alexandra never quite fits in with her or her family’s expectations and fails at seemingly everything she tries – school, the marriage market, family life.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/consequences-by-e-m-delafield/ |
set late victorian england consequences follows life alexandra clare girl born upper class catholic london family raised birth privileged life wife mother alexandra never quite fits family s expectations fails seemingly everything tries school marriage market family life p |
| 5592 |
5597 |
6147 |
Little Mud-Sparrows |
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Little Mud-Sparrows by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December, 4, 2011.<br><br> This poem is taken from CHRISTMAS IN LEGEND AND STORY; A Book for Boys and Girls, complied by Elva S. Smith, Carnegie Library Pittsburgh and Alice I. Hazeltine, Public Library St. Louis 1915. (from the book's frontispiece) </p>\n \n\n\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-mud-sparrows-by-elizabeth-stuart-phelps-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings little mud sparrows elizabeth stuart phelps fortnightly poetry project december 4 2011 br br poem taken christmas legend story book boys girls complied elva s smith carnegie library pittsburgh alice i hazeltine public library st louis 1915 from book s frontispiece p |
| 5593 |
5552 |
6100 |
Clog Shop Chronicles |
John Ackworth |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
John Ackworth was the pen name of the Rev. Frederick R. Smith, a Methodist minister who was born in Snaith, Yorkshire, but spent much of his career as a circuit preacher in Lancashire. Clog Shop Chronicles was the first and most successful of his works. Set in the fictional 19th-century village of Beckside (said to be somewhere between Manchester and Bolton), the book consists of 12 tales of everyday life in a close-knit Methodist community, which continue into Beckside Lights (1897) and Doxy Dent (1899). Based on an entertaining group of characters who gather round the clog shop fire, the stories are sentimental at times, but Ackworth has a nice sense of irony and refrains from Methodist proselytizing. Ackworth was also a student of the Lancashire dialect and the spoken passages in his books are mostly written in a phonetic version of late 19th-century Bolton speech, which I have done my best to reproduce. (Summary by Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/clog-shop-chronicles-by-john-ackworth/ |
john ackworth pen name rev frederick r smith methodist minister born snaith yorkshire spent much career circuit preacher lancashire clog shop chronicles first successful works set fictional 19th century village beckside said somewhere manchester bolton book consists 12 tales everyday life close knit methodist community continue beckside lights 1897 doxy dent 1899 based entertaining group characters gather round clog shop fire stories sentimental times ackworth nice sense irony refrains methodist proselytizing ackworth also student lancashire dialect spoken passages books mostly written phonetic version late 19th century bolton speech done best reproduce summary phil benson p |
| 5594 |
5553 |
6101 |
Poet's Forge |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Poet's Forge by Helen Hunt Jackson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 20, 2011.<br><br>Helen Maria Hunt Jackson, born Helen Fiske was a United States writer who became an activist on behalf of improved treatment of Native Americans by the U.S. government. She detailed the adverse effects of government actions in her history A Century of Dishonor (1881). Her novel Ramona dramatized the federal government's mistreatment of Native Americans in Southern California and attracted considerable attention to her cause.<br><br>Fiske attended Ipswich Female Seminary and the Abbott Institute, a boarding school run by Reverend J.S.C. Abbott in New York City. She was a classmate of the poet Emily Dickinson, also from Amherst. The two corresponded for the rest of their lives, but few of their letters have survived. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-poets-forge-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings poet s forge helen hunt jackson fortnightly poetry project november 20 2011 br br helen maria hunt jackson born helen fiske united states writer became activist behalf improved treatment native americans u s government detailed adverse effects government actions history century dishonor 1881 novel ramona dramatized federal government s mistreatment native americans southern california attracted considerable attention cause br br fiske attended ipswich female seminary abbott institute boarding school run reverend j s c abbott new york city classmate poet emily dickinson also amherst two corresponded rest lives letters survived summary wikipedia p |
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5554 |
6102 |
Chemical Phenomena in Life |
Frederick Czapek |
*Non-fiction, Chemistry, Life Sciences |
Published in 1911 as part of the "Harper's Library of Living Thought," this volume presents an introduction to the chemistry of cells in the context of plant physiology and gives an interesting overview of the field of biochemistry and related sciences at the time. The author, Frederick Czapek, was a Czech botanist and professor of Plant Physiology at the University of Prague. He is perhaps best known for his two-volume work on Plant Physiology, "Biochemie der Pflanzen" and for Czapek solution agar or Czapek-Dox medium, a culture medium for cultivation of fungus species such as <i>Aspergillus</i> and <i>Penicillium molds</i>. ( Summary by J. M. Smallheer )</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/chemical-phenomena-in-life-by-frederick-czapek/ |
published 1911 part harper s library living thought volume presents introduction chemistry cells context plant physiology gives interesting overview field biochemistry related sciences time author frederick czapek czech botanist professor plant physiology university prague perhaps best known two volume work plant physiology biochemie der pflanzen czapek solution agar czapek dox medium culture medium cultivation fungus species i aspergillus i i penicillium molds i summary j m smallheer p |
| 5596 |
5555 |
6103 |
Grimms' Fairy Tales (version 2) |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Children's and Household Tales (German: Kinder- und Hausmärchen) is a collection of German origin fairy tales first published in 1812 by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, the Brothers Grimm. The collection is commonly known today as Grimms' Fairy Tales (German: Grimms Märchen). ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/grimms-fairy-tales-version-2-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
children s household tales german kinder und hausmärchen collection german origin fairy tales first published 1812 jacob wilhelm grimm brothers grimm collection commonly known today grimms fairy tales german grimms märchen summary wikipedia p |
| 5597 |
5556 |
6104 |
Australian Miscellany |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, History |
A collection in celebration of 2012 Year of Reading Australia. Readers chose fiction, non fiction and poetry - we only asked that the readings should have some sort of Australian hook. So they can be by an Australian author, or about Australia, or just have a prominent bit of Australianess in the plot. Failing that: even being performed by Australians will do! <br>And that the works should be PD in Australia and the U.S.A. <br> Introduction by Annise |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/australian-miscellany-by-various/ |
collection celebration 2012 year reading australia readers chose fiction non fiction poetry asked readings sort australian hook australian author australia prominent bit australianess plot failing that even performed australians do br and works pd australia u s a br introduction annise |
| 5598 |
5566 |
6115 |
Five Stories by Alan Nourse |
Alan Edward Nourse |
Science Fiction |
These Five Stories were written by Alan Edward Nourse, an American science fiction (SF) author and physician. He wrote both juvenile and adult science fiction, as well as nonfiction works about medicine and science. His SF works generally focused on medicine and/or psionics. Psionics refers to the practice, study, or psychic ability of using the mind to induce paranormal phenomena. Examples of this include telepathy, telekinesis, and other workings of the outside world through the psyche. ( Summary compiled from Wikipedia.org )</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/five-stories-by-alan-nourse-by-alan-nourse/ |
five stories written alan edward nourse american science fiction sf author physician wrote juvenile adult science fiction well nonfiction works medicine science sf works generally focused medicine and or psionics psionics refers practice study psychic ability using mind induce paranormal phenomena examples include telepathy telekinesis workings outside world psyche summary compiled wikipedia org p |
| 5599 |
5567 |
6116 |
Prelude |
William Wordsworth |
Poetry, Biography & Autobiography |
Among monuments of narrative poetry, The Prelude; or, Growth of a Poet's Mind, by William Wordsworth, occupies a unique place. Wordsworth published the first version of the poem in 1798, but continued to work on it for the rest of his life. The final version, which is the subject of this recording, was published posthumously in 1850, by Wordworth’s widow, Mary.<br><br>\n\nThe Prelude is the first major narrative poem in European literature which deals solely with the spiritual journey of the author. In this respect the only predecessor to which it can be compared in Dante’s Divine Comedy, which is similarly a journey from personal confusion to certitude, from ignorance to realization. However, Dante starts his journey at the age of 35, and, through a lengthy rite of passage, involving both moral and intellectual purification, arrives at a state of illumination that he is not really able to describe. In The Prelude, on the other hand, illumination appears as the background on which the story is inscribed. Wordsworth is really no wiser at the end of his journey than he was at the start, but appears more accepting of the inexorable and sometimes bewildering fluctuations in the flow of human life. Despite Wordsworth’s occasional graceful genuflection to Providence, the poem has a secularity which would have been anathema to a writer like Dante, ensconced in the theocratic fastness of the Middle Ages.<br><br>\n\nThe tone of the Prelude is gentle and reflective. Almost completely absent are the crashing cadences of narrative poems like the Aeneid and Paradise Lost, and there is nothing to match the terrible and multifarious griefs endured by so many characters in Dante’s Inferno. Wordsworth led an unheroic life, made remarkable by intensity of observation rather than incident. This is not to suggest that Wordsworth was unfamiliar with either grief or difficulty, but rather that he could accommodate such troubles in his view of life, which seems never to have quite lost its lustre.<br><br>\n\nThe Prelude may be considered as Wordsworth’s crowning achievement, and one not really matched by any other poet. Despite the poem’s intractably self-referential nature, Wordsworth does not come across as either vain or tedious. The avoidance of tedium is largely due to his incomparable versification, which is a shining example of “the art which conceals art.” Nor are we tempted to see Wordsworth as unduly self-centred, because he communicates the potential glory of everyday events in a way that the reader (or listener) is drawn to share them. A hundred years before T.S.Eliot Wordsworth had arrived “'where we started “ and had “known that place for the first time.” (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-prelude-by-william-wordsworth/ |
among monuments narrative poetry prelude or growth poet s mind william wordsworth occupies unique place wordsworth published first version poem 1798 continued work rest life final version subject recording published posthumously 1850 wordworth s widow mary br br prelude first major narrative poem european literature deals solely spiritual journey author respect predecessor compared dante s divine comedy similarly journey personal confusion certitude ignorance realization however dante starts journey age 35 and lengthy rite passage involving moral intellectual purification arrives state illumination really able describe prelude hand illumination appears background story inscribed wordsworth really wiser end journey start appears accepting inexorable sometimes bewildering fluctuations flow human life despite wordsworth s occasional graceful genuflection providence poem secularity would anathema writer like dante ensconced theocratic fastness middle ages br br tone prelude gentle reflective almost completely absent crashing cadences narrative poems like aeneid paradise lost nothing match terrible multifarious griefs endured many characters dante s inferno wordsworth led unheroic life made remarkable intensity observation rather incident suggest wordsworth unfamiliar either grief difficulty rather could accommodate troubles view life seems never quite lost lustre br br prelude may considered wordsworth s crowning achievement one really matched poet despite poem s intractably self referential nature wordsworth come across either vain tedious avoidance tedium largely due incomparable versification shining example the art conceals art tempted see wordsworth unduly self centred communicates potential glory everyday events way reader or listener drawn share them hundred years t s eliot wordsworth arrived where started known place first time summary algy pug p |
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5557 |
6105 |
Ten From Infinity |
Paul W. Fairman |
Science Fiction |
It began when a pedestrian got hit by a cab in New York City. No doubt it was the only motor mishap in the history of creation that reached out among the stars—for far out in space a signal was registered: Something has gone wrong....<p>And something had gone wrong, for the doctors discovered their accident patient had two hearts. It was the beginning of the discovery that the Earth had been invaded by 10 such creatures from Outer Space.<p>Every effort was made to learn their purpose. An orbital flight was launched to spot alien bodies—only to be destroyed in space. One of the alien men was captured—but no threat of pain or death could unlock the secret in his brain.<p>Something had gone wrong. And somehow, some way had to be found to make it right—before the threat of danger overwhelmed all mankind. </p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/ten-from-infinity-by-paul-w-fairman/ |
began pedestrian got hit cab new york city doubt motor mishap history creation reached among stars for far space signal registered something gone wrong p and something gone wrong doctors discovered accident patient two hearts beginning discovery earth invaded 10 creatures outer space p every effort made learn purpose orbital flight launched spot alien bodies only destroyed space one alien men captured but threat pain death could unlock secret brain p something gone wrong somehow way found make right before threat danger overwhelmed mankind p |
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5558 |
6106 |
Diary of a Pilgrimage |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Travel Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A possibly fictionalised account by the comic novelist Jerome K. Jerome of a trip to Germany that he undertook with a friend in order to see the famous Passion Play at Oberammergau. The journey takes in London, Dover, Ostend, Cologne, Munich, Oberau, Oberammergau and then back to London via Heidelberg. As one might expect from the author of 'Three Men in a Boat', much goes wrong along the way, including seasickness, strange food, stranger beds, misleading guidebooks, bewildering train timetables, and numerous cultural and linguistic misunderstandings. (Summary by Szindbad)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/diary-of-a-pilgrimage-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
possibly fictionalised account comic novelist jerome k jerome trip germany undertook friend order see famous passion play oberammergau journey takes london dover ostend cologne munich oberau oberammergau back london via heidelberg one might expect author three men boat much goes wrong along way including seasickness strange food stranger beds misleading guidebooks bewildering train timetables numerous cultural linguistic misunderstandings summary szindbad p |
| 5602 |
5559 |
6107 |
Favorite Fairy Tales |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />This book of favorite fairy tales was compiled and illustrated by Peter Newell. it includes Jack The Giant Killer; Cinderella; Sleeping Beauty; Little Red Riding Hood; Aladin and the Wonderful Lamp, The Ugly Duckling, Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and Rose Red, The Wild Swans, Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves, and 4 others that are not so famous. The stories included were based upon the those that various famous men remembered as their favorites when children(Summary by Phil Chenevert)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/favorite-fairy-tales-by-various |
br this book favorite fairy tales compiled illustrated peter newell includes jack giant killer cinderella sleeping beauty little red riding hood aladin wonderful lamp ugly duckling beauty beast snow white rose red wild swans ali baba 40 thieves 4 others famous stories included based upon various famous men remembered favorites children summary phil chenevert br br |
| 5603 |
5560 |
6109 |
Peter Piper's Practical Principles of Plain and Perfect Pronunciation |
Anonymous |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of A Selection from Peter Piper's Practical Principles of Plain and Perfect Pronunciation by Anonymous. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 20, 2011.<br><br>'Peter Piper's Practical Principles of Plain and Perfect Pronunciation' contains the famous 'Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled pepper's' tongue twister, although this twister was tripping tongues for many years before it first appeared in print. The book also contains a tongue twister of a similar style for every letter of the alphabet. This selection contains the verses for C, F and K. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/a-selection-from-peter-pipers-practical-principles-of-plain-and-perfect-pronunciation-by-amonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings selection peter piper s practical principles plain perfect pronunciation anonymous weekly poetry project november 20 2011 br br peter piper s practical principles plain perfect pronunciation contains famous peter piper picked peck pickled pepper s tongue twister although twister tripping tongues many years first appeared print book also contains tongue twister similar style every letter alphabet selection contains verses c f k summary lucy perry p |
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5561 |
6110 |
Oliver Twist (version 4) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Oliver Twist; or, The Parish Boy's Progress is the second novel by Charles Dickens. The story is about an orphan Oliver Twist, who endures a miserable existence in a workhouse and then is placed with an undertaker. He escapes and travels to London where he meets the Artful Dodger, leader of a gang of juvenile pickpockets. Oliver is led to the lair of their elderly criminal trainer Fagin, naively unaware of their unlawful activities. Packed with a host of unforgettable characters this story will have you laughing and crying in turn(but mostly laughing).A must for any booklover. ( Summary by Wiki and T.Hynes )<p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-version-4-by-charles-dickens/ |
oliver twist or parish boy s progress second novel charles dickens story orphan oliver twist endures miserable existence workhouse placed undertaker escapes travels london meets artful dodger leader gang juvenile pickpockets oliver led lair elderly criminal trainer fagin naively unaware unlawful activities packed host unforgettable characters story laughing crying turn but mostly laughing a must booklover summary wiki t hynes p |
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5562 |
6111 |
Billy the Kid |
Charles A. Siringo |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
A cowboy outlaw whose youthful daring has never been equalled in the annals of criminal history.<br />When a bullet pierced his heart he was less than twenty-two years of age, and had killed twenty-one men, Indians not included.<br /><br />The author feels that he is capable of writing a true and unvarnished history of "Billy the Kid," as he was personally acquainted with him, and assisted in his capture, by furnishing Sheriff Pat Garrett with three of his fighting cowboys--Jas. H. East, Lee Hall and Lon Chambers.<br /><br />The facts set down in this narrative were gotten from the lips of "Billy the Kid," himself, and from such men as Pat Garrett, John W. Poe, Kip McKinnie, Charlie Wall, the Coe Brothers, Tom O'Phalliard, Henry Brown, John Middleton, Martin Chavez, and Ash Upson. All these men took an active part, for or against, the "Kid." Ash Upson had known him from childhood, and was considered one of the family, for several years, in his mother's home.<br /><br />Other facts were gained from the lips of Mrs. Charlie Bowdre, who kept "Billy the Kid," hid out at her home in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, after he had killed his two guards and escaped. (Introduction by the author)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-billy-the-kid-by-charles-a-siringo/ |
cowboy outlaw whose youthful daring never equalled annals criminal history br when bullet pierced heart less twenty two years age killed twenty one men indians included br br the author feels capable writing true unvarnished history billy kid personally acquainted him assisted capture furnishing sheriff pat garrett three fighting cowboys jas h east lee hall lon chambers br br the facts set narrative gotten lips billy kid himself men pat garrett john w poe kip mckinnie charlie wall coe brothers tom o phalliard henry brown john middleton martin chavez ash upson men took active part against kid ash upson known childhood considered one family several years mother s home br br other facts gained lips mrs charlie bowdre kept billy kid hid home fort sumner new mexico killed two guards escaped introduction author p |
| 5606 |
5563 |
6112 |
How I Filmed the War |
Geoffrey H. Malins |
Technology & Engineering, Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
An account of World War I and the experience of filming it by an early cinematographer (and, after the war, successful director) who was there. (Summary by R. S. Steinberg)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/how-i-filmed-the-war-by-geoffrey-h-malins/ |
account world war experience filming early cinematographer and war successful director there summary r s steinberg p |
| 5607 |
5568 |
6117 |
John Caldigate |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
After a rather dissolute youth and having been disowned by his father, John Caldigate sets sail for Australia with his friend Dick Shand hoping to make his fortune in the goldfields in New South Wales. On the voyage, he meets Euphemia Smith and they conduct an indiscreet affair aboard.\nAfter various problems, Caldigate literally strikes gold and returns to England. On his return, Caldigate meets and marries a previous acquaintance, Hester Bolton, and they have a son. He sets himself up as his father’s heir and life seems perfect. However, Euphemia suddenly reappears and claims they were married in Australia, making Caldigate a bigamist and his son illegitimate. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/john-caldigate-by-anthony-trollope/ |
rather dissolute youth disowned father john caldigate sets sail australia friend dick shand hoping make fortune goldfields new south wales voyage meets euphemia smith conduct indiscreet affair aboard various problems caldigate literally strikes gold returns england return caldigate meets marries previous acquaintance hester bolton son sets father s heir life seems perfect however euphemia suddenly reappears claims married australia making caldigate bigamist son illegitimate summary simon evers p |
| 5608 |
5569 |
6118 |
Dulcibel |
Henry Peterson |
Historical Fiction |
Dulcibel is a young, pretty and kind-hearted fictional character charged with Witchcraft during the infamous Salem Witch trials. During this time there is a group of "afflicted girls" who accuse Dulcibel and many others of Witchcraft, and during their trials show "undoubtable" proof that these people really are Witches. Will Master Raymond, Dulcibel's lover, be able to to secure Dulcibel's release from jail? Or will Dulcibel's fate be the gallows like so many other accused Witches of her time? (Summary by Elaine Webb)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/dulcibel-by-henry-peterson/ |
dulcibel young pretty kind hearted fictional character charged witchcraft infamous salem witch trials time group afflicted girls accuse dulcibel many others witchcraft trials show undoubtable proof people really witches master raymond dulcibel s lover able secure dulcibel s release jail dulcibel s fate gallows like many accused witches time summary elaine webb p |
| 5609 |
5570 |
6119 |
Nyckfull kvinna del 2 - Fästmön |
Emilie Flygare-Carlén |
General Fiction |
I Fästmön, andra delen av En Nyckfull kvinna, lämnar bruksförvalteren Helmer Dagby under en tid för att kunna vara hos sin döende mor. Under hans frånvaro dyker en ny person upp på Dagby, ryttmästaren Abbe Linden, kallad kusin Abbe, en levnadsglad man beredd till allt slags upptåg, och med en egen agenda. Han blir en rival till såväl greve Herman som herr Helmer. Den nyckfulla Edith Sternfelt kämpar med sina känslor för bruksförvaltaren. När han väl återkommit till Dagby efter modern död anar de båda vilka känslor de innerst inne har för varandra, men ändå söker dölja. Till slut fattar Edith i hastigt mod och desperation, efter ett meningsutbyte med modern, beslutet att till slut ge sitt jag till greven, och Edit är plötsligt förlovad och fästmö, till moderns stora glädje. Men det blir inte så enkelt. (Sammanfattning: Lars Rolander)<p>\n |
Swedish |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-2-fastmon-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/ |
fästmön andra delen av en nyckfull kvinna lämnar bruksförvalteren helmer dagby en tid för att kunna vara hos sin döende mor hans frånvaro dyker en ny person upp på dagby ryttmästaren abbe linden kallad kusin abbe en levnadsglad man beredd till allt slags upptåg och med en egen agenda han blir en rival till såväl greve herman som herr helmer den nyckfulla edith sternfelt kämpar med sina känslor för bruksförvaltaren när han väl återkommit till dagby efter modern död anar de båda vilka känslor de innerst inne har för varandra men ändå söker dölja till slut fattar edith hastigt mod och desperation efter ett meningsutbyte med modern beslutet att till slut ge sitt jag till greven och edit är plötsligt förlovad och fästmö till moderns stora glädje men det blir inte så enkelt sammanfattning lars rolander p |
| 5610 |
5571 |
6120 |
Metamorphosis (version 2) |
Franz Kafka |
General Fiction |
"The Metamorphosis" is a novella by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915 and one of his best known works. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking to find himself transformed into a horrible verminous creature. Terrifying in its banal simplicity, it became one of the seminal works of the twentieth century. This Translation is by Ian Johnston. (Summary by David Richardson)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-metamorphosis-by-franz-kafka-2/ |
the metamorphosis novella franz kafka first published 1915 one best known works story begins traveling salesman gregor samsa waking find transformed horrible verminous creature terrifying banal simplicity became one seminal works twentieth century translation ian johnston summary david richardson p |
| 5611 |
5572 |
6121 |
City at World's End |
Edmond Hamilton |
Science Fiction |
A surprise nuclear war may cause the End of the World, but not the way anyone could have imagined. A classic science fiction tale from Galaxy Magazine. (Summary by Mark Nelson)</p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/the-city-at-worlds-end-by-edmond-hamilton/ |
surprise nuclear war may cause end world way anyone could imagined classic science fiction tale galaxy magazine summary mark nelson p |
| 5612 |
5573 |
6122 |
Mother Goose in Prose (Version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General |
Before he wrote the Oz books, L. Frank Baum wrote this book which was the best selling book of 1897. Taking 22 beloved nursery rhymes, he explains their meaning and fascinating history. What is the true story of Little Boy Blue? Why was Mary contrary?<br><br>As he says in the introduction, "Many of these nursery rhymes are complete tales in themselves, telling their story tersely but completely; there are others which are but bare suggestions, leaving the imagination to weave in the details of the story. Perhaps therein may lie part of their charm, but however that may be I have thought the children might like the stories told at greater length, that they may dwell the longer upon their favorite heroes and heroines. For that reason I have written this book." L. Frank Baum ( Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/mother-goose-in-prose-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
wrote oz books l frank baum wrote book best selling book 1897 taking 22 beloved nursery rhymes explains meaning fascinating history true story little boy blue mary contrary br br as says introduction many nursery rhymes complete tales themselves telling story tersely completely others bare suggestions leaving imagination weave details story perhaps therein may lie part charm however may thought children might like stories told greater length may dwell longer upon favorite heroes heroines reason written book l frank baum summary phil chenevert p |
| 5613 |
5634 |
6188 |
Journey in Search of Christmas |
Owen Wister |
Westerns |
Cowboy Lin McLean rides into frontier Cheyenne, Wyoming, at Christmastime and learns a powerful meaning of Christmas. Author Owen Wister is well known for his western writings, famously the novel The Virginian. Illustrations are by the western artist Frederic Remington. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-journey-in-search-of-christmas-by-owen-wister/ |
cowboy lin mclean rides frontier cheyenne wyoming christmastime learns powerful meaning christmas author owen wister well known western writings famously novel virginian illustrations western artist frederic remington summary david wales p |
| 5614 |
5574 |
6123 |
呐喊 (Call to Arms) |
Xun Lu |
Short Stories |
《呐喊》收录了鲁迅1918年至1922年所作短篇小说十四篇,其中包括中国文学史上第一篇白话文小说《狂人日记》,以及《孔乙己》、《阿Q正传》等鲁迅的代表作品。<br><br>\n\n"Call to Arms" is a collection of short stories Lu Xun published during 1918-1922. It includes "A Madman's Diary," the first novel written in vernacular Chinese, and other representative fictional works by Lu Xun, such as "Kong Yiji" and "The True Story of Ah-Q". (Summary by Jing Li)</p> |
Chinese |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/call-to-arms-by-xun-lu/ |
呐喊 收录了鲁迅1918年至1922年所作短篇小说十四篇 其中包括中国文学史上第一篇白话文小说 狂人日记 以及 孔乙己 阿q正传 等鲁迅的代表作品 br br call arms collection short stories lu xun published 1918 1922 includes a madman s diary first novel written vernacular chinese representative fictional works lu xun kong yiji the true story ah q summary jing li p |
| 5615 |
5575 |
6124 |
Picture Of Dorian Gray (1891 Version) |
Oscar Wilde |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
The Picture of Dorian Gray is the only published novel by Oscar Wilde, appearing as the lead story in Lippincott's Monthly Magazine on 20 June 1890, printed as the July 1890 issue of this magazine. Wilde later revised this edition, making several alterations, and adding new chapters; the amended version was published by Ward, Lock, and Company in April 1891. The novel tells of a young man named Dorian Gray, the subject of a painting by artist Basil Hallward. Basil is impressed by Dorian's beauty and becomes infatuated with him, believing his beauty is responsible for a new mode in his art. Dorian meets Lord Henry Wotton, a friend of Basil's, and becomes enthralled by Lord Henry's world view. Espousing a new hedonism, Lord Henry suggests the only things worth pursuing in life are beauty and fulfillment of the senses. Realizing that one day his beauty will fade, Dorian (whimsically) expresses a desire to sell his soul to ensure the portrait Basil has painted would age rather than himself. Dorian's wish is fulfilled, plunging him into debauched acts. The portrait serves as a reminder of the effect each act has upon his soul, with each sin displayed as a disfigurement of his form, or through a sign of aging. The Picture of Dorian Gray is considered a work of classic gothic fiction with a strong Faustian theme. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-picture-of-dorian-gray-1891-version-by-oscar-wilde/ |
picture dorian gray published novel oscar wilde appearing lead story lippincott s monthly magazine 20 june 1890 printed july 1890 issue magazine wilde later revised edition making several alterations adding new chapters amended version published ward lock company april 1891 novel tells young man named dorian gray subject painting artist basil hallward basil impressed dorian s beauty becomes infatuated him believing beauty responsible new mode art dorian meets lord henry wotton friend basil s becomes enthralled lord henry s world view espousing new hedonism lord henry suggests things worth pursuing life beauty fulfillment senses realizing one day beauty fade dorian whimsically expresses desire sell soul ensure portrait basil painted would age rather himself dorian s wish fulfilled plunging debauched acts portrait serves reminder effect act upon soul sin displayed disfigurement form sign aging picture dorian gray considered work classic gothic fiction strong faustian theme summary wikipedia p |
| 5616 |
5576 |
6126 |
Petals |
Amy Lowell |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Petals by Amy Lowell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 27, 2011.<br><br>Amy Lawrence Lowell (February 9, 1874 – May 12, 1925) was an American poet of the imagist school from Brookline, Massachusetts who posthumously won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1926. Lowell was born into Brookline's prominent Lowell family, sister to astronomer Percival Lowell and Harvard president Abbott Lawrence Lowell.<br><br>She never attended college because her family did not consider that proper for a woman, but she compensated with avid reading and near-obsessive book collecting. She lived as a socialite and travelled widely, turning to poetry in 1902 after being inspired by a performance of Eleonora Duse in Europe. In the post-World War II years, Lowell, like other women writers, was largely forgotten, but with the renaissance of the women's movement in the 1970s, women's studies brought her back to light. According to Heywood Broun, however, Lowell personally argued against feminism. Her poem, “Petals” is published in her collection A Dome of Many-Colored Glass (1912). (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Bob Gonzalez)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/petals-by-amy-lowell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings petals amy lowell weekly poetry project november 27 2011 br br amy lawrence lowell february 9 1874 may 12 1925 american poet imagist school brookline massachusetts posthumously pulitzer prize poetry 1926 lowell born brookline s prominent lowell family sister astronomer percival lowell harvard president abbott lawrence lowell br br she never attended college family consider proper woman compensated avid reading near obsessive book collecting lived socialite travelled widely turning poetry 1902 inspired performance eleonora duse europe post world war ii years lowell like women writers largely forgotten renaissance women s movement 1970s women s studies brought back light according heywood broun however lowell personally argued feminism poem petals published collection dome many colored glass 1912 summary adapted wikipedia bob gonzalez p |
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5577 |
6127 |
White Heart of Mojave |
Edna Brush Perkins |
Travel & Geography |
</p>"The White Heart of the Mojave" recounts a 1920's adventure "in the wind and sun and big spaces" of Death Valley by two independent minded women, Edna Brush Perkins and Charlotte Hannahs Jordan. Both women were early feminists, Edna as chairwoman of the greater Cleveland Woman's Suffrage Party (1916-18). At the end of the Great War, the two friends wanted nothing more than to escape "to the solitariness of some wild and lonely place far from city halls, smokestacks, national organizations, and streets of little houses all alike." Their vacation started as a long motor drive through the backwoods of California (Charlotte's husband, Ned, owned the Jordan Motor Car Company). It ended with a month long trek through Death Valley in an old milk wagon drawn by a horse and a mule. Edna's descriptions of the desert are superb and from the heart--the dunes "were very beautiful, with knife-edged tops ridged in pure, clean lines from which fringes of fine sand blew up like the wind tossed manes of white horses." This is a great listen for anyone who likes first-hand accounts of adventure in the Great Outdoors. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-heart-of-mojave-by-edna-brush-perkins/ |
p the white heart mojave recounts 1920 s adventure in wind sun big spaces death valley two independent minded women edna brush perkins charlotte hannahs jordan women early feminists edna chairwoman greater cleveland woman s suffrage party 1916 18 end great war two friends wanted nothing escape to solitariness wild lonely place far city halls smokestacks national organizations streets little houses alike vacation started long motor drive backwoods california charlotte s husband ned owned jordan motor car company ended month long trek death valley old milk wagon drawn horse mule edna s descriptions desert superb heart the dunes were beautiful knife edged tops ridged pure clean lines fringes fine sand blew like wind tossed manes white horses great listen anyone likes first hand accounts adventure great outdoors summary sue anderson p |
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5578 |
6128 |
Christmas, A Story |
Zona Gale |
Religious Fiction |
This is a gentle Christmas story, whose message is that if we didn't already have Christmas, we'd find a way to invent it. It's hard times in Old Trail Town as the Season of Giving approaches. The factory that employs most of the town is closed and not likely to re-open, and town merchants fear that people will try to shop on credit. Unwilling to carry the debt, the merchants work out a scheme to get everybody in town to agree not to have Christmas that year. What happens next proves that Christmas can't be banned from the hearts of those who truly believe in it. (Summary by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-a-story-by-zona-gale/ |
gentle christmas story whose message already christmas we d find way invent it hard times old trail town season giving approaches factory employs town closed likely re open town merchants fear people try shop credit unwilling carry debt merchants work scheme get everybody town agree christmas year happens next proves christmas can t banned hearts truly believe it summary christine dufour p |
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5579 |
6129 |
Chip, of the Flying U |
B. M. Bower |
Westerns |
<br />Cattleman J.G. Whittemore, owner of the Flying U ranch in Montana, trusts the task of meeting his sister at the train to only one man, Chip. Chip’s not too keen on women. In his experience they come in only a few types: prissy “sweet young thing”, annoying cowgirl, or old maid that wants to drag him to church. He isn’t prepared for Miss Della Whittemore, the “Little Doctor.” She turns the ranch upside down, but can she turn Chip head over heels? (Summary by A. Gramour) <br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/chip-of-the-flying-u-by-b-m-bower/ |
br cattleman j g whittemore owner flying u ranch montana trusts task meeting sister train one man chip chip s keen women experience come types prissy sweet young thing annoying cowgirl old maid wants drag church isn t prepared miss della whittemore little doctor turns ranch upside down turn chip head heels summary a gramour br br |
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5580 |
6130 |
Three Mulla-mulgars |
Walter De la Mare |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Three monkey brothers, Thumb, Thimble, and Nod, are Mulla-mulgars or royal monkeys. As she dies, their mother gives them the enchanted Wonderstone for protection, and tells them to follow their father. They embark on a journey of fantastical adventure to find their father, who left years earlier in search of the kingdom of his brother, the Prince of the Valleys of Tishnar, promising to return for them after he had found the way. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-mulla-mulgars-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
three monkey brothers thumb thimble nod mulla mulgars royal monkeys dies mother gives enchanted wonderstone protection tells follow father embark journey fantastical adventure find father left years earlier search kingdom brother prince valleys tishnar promising return found way summary a gramour p |
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5581 |
6131 |
Short Poetry Collection 103 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2011.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-103-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers december 2011 br br |
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5582 |
6132 |
Windsor Castle, Book 1 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Book 1 - Anne Boleyn. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) <br /><br />\n\n\n<strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/">Book 2</a> <br />\n <a href=" http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ ">Book 3</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 4</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 5</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 6</a><br />\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
br book 1 anne boleyn focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary adapted wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 2 by william h ainsworth book 2 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 3 by william harrison ainsworth book 3 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 4 by william harrison ainsworth book 4 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 5 by william harrison ainsworth book 5 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 6 by william harrison ainsworth book 6 a br br br |
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5583 |
6133 |
Black Bag |
Louis Joseph Vance |
Detective Fiction |
Mr. Philip Kirkwood, a not so successful painter, receives a visitor from his home town in America, who wants him to do him an unspecified favor, but Kirkwood doesn''t trust him and sends him away. That night, he sees the stranger dine with his beautiful daughter. In order to protect the girl, the stranger confesses to Kirkwood, that he will be arrested upon leaving the restaurant. Kirkwood agrees to take care of the girl, but when he brings her home, he knows that she is in danger and that there is a mystery attached. He decides to protect the girl? (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-bag-by-louis-joseph-vance/ |
mr philip kirkwood successful painter receives visitor home town america wants unspecified favor kirkwood doesn t trust sends away night sees stranger dine beautiful daughter order protect girl stranger confesses kirkwood arrested upon leaving restaurant kirkwood agrees take care girl brings home knows danger mystery attached decides protect girl summary carolin p |
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5584 |
6134 |
Highwayman |
H. C. Bailey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<br />A romance and adventure novel, set in England during the reign of Queen Anne. The book is much unlike the author's later detective short stories. The actual book is difficult to locate and appears to have been forgotten. It is not even listed by Wiki as part of the author's work, nevermind have any information on the book itself. (Summary by JCarson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-highwayman-by-h-c-bailey/ |
br a romance adventure novel set england reign queen anne book much unlike author s later detective short stories actual book difficult locate appears forgotten even listed wiki part author s work nevermind information book itself summary jcarson br br |
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5585 |
6135 |
True Stories of Wonderful Deeds |
Anonymous |
Historical, General |
37 short pieces perfect for newer recorders. These one page Stories of (mostly) Wonderful Deeds were written for Little Folk to teach them about famous incidents in their history. Bonnie Prince Charlie, Nelson and Hardy, Bruce and the Spider, David Livingston, Canute, Sir Philip Sydney, and Elizabeth and Raleigh are just some of the well known people and incidents covered in short stories. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/true-stories-of-wonderful-deeds-by-anonymous/ |
37 short pieces perfect newer recorders one page stories mostly wonderful deeds written little folk teach famous incidents history bonnie prince charlie nelson hardy bruce spider david livingston canute sir philip sydney elizabeth raleigh well known people incidents covered short stories summary phil chenevert p |
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5586 |
6136 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 016 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-016-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 5627 |
5587 |
6137 |
Faust II |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Plays |
Faust is the protagonist of a classic German legend; a highly successful scholar, but also dissatisfied with his life, and so makes a deal with the devil, exchanging his soul for unlimited knowledge and worldly pleasures.<br/><br/>\n\nJohann Wolfgang von Goethe's <i>Faust</i> is a tragic play in two parts. It is Goethe's most famous work and considered by many to be one of the greatest works of German literature. <br/><br/>\n\nRich in classical allusion, in Part Two the romantic story of the first <i>Faust</i> is forgotten, and Faust wakes in a field of fairies to initiate a new cycle of adventures and purpose. The piece consists of five acts (relatively isolated episodes) each representing a different theme. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n<b>Cast List</b><br/>\nNarrator / Stage Directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mephistopheles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Faust / Plutus / Doctor Marianus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6849">Dan Raynham</a><br>Ariel, Herald, Peneus, Guardsmen / First Guardsman, Heavenly Host, Pater Ecstaticus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Emperor, Gardeners, The Griffins / Second Griffin, Pater Seraphicus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7045">Beirdo</a><br>Squire, Page, Boy Charioteer, Homunculus, Euphorion, Chorus of Blessed Boys: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>2nd Squire, 2nd Page, Wood-cutters, Fauns, Courtier, Pygmies, Pygmy-Elders, The Youths, Arch Cup-Bearer, Heavenly Host, Chorus of Blessed Boys: <a href="http://elizabethklettaudio.com">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Chancellor, Wood-Cutters, Atropos, Knight Banneret 1, Knight, Archbishop-Arch-Chancellor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8179">Michael Bennett</a><br>General-In-Chief. Gardeners, Learned Man, Chiron: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Pulcinelli, Clotho, Fool, Wagner, Generalissimo, Lynceus the Warden of the Tower, Arch-Marshall, Heavenly Host: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>Murmurs of Crowd, Treasurer, Satirist, Poet, Griffins, The Youths, Bully / 3 Mighty Men: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Lord High Steward, Gardeners, Savage Song, Diplomatist, Dactyls, 1st Spy, Guardsmen / 2nd Guardsmen, Pater Profundis: <a href="http://www.blogordie.com/">Kevin W. Davidson</a><br>Murmurs of Crowd, Astrologer, Lachesis, Tumult & Song, Erichtho, Dactyls, Nereids & Tritons, 3rd Guardsman, Wanderer, Chorus of Blessed Boys: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Olive-Branch / Fancy Nosegay / Garden-Girls, Aglaia, Crowd of Women, A Blonde, Lady 5 / Younger Lady, Sirens, Maiden, Younger Angels: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8071">Vanessa Garcia</a><br>Wreath of Ears / Challenge / Garden-Girls, Euphrosyne, Crowd of Women, Lady, Sphinxes, Dorides, Choretid 2, Want, Younger Angels, Magna Peccatrix: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Fancy Wreath / Rosebuds / Garden-Girls, Hegemone, A Brunette, Lady 2 / Young Lady, Ants, Dorides: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Mother, Alucto, Crowd of Women, Lady 3 / Older Lady, Chorus of Insects, Sirens, Sphynx, The Phorkyads, Choretid 6, Phorkyas, Necessity, Chorus of Angels / Chorus Mysticus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Parasites, Fear, Lady 6 / Duenna, Chorus of Insects, Lamiae, Dorides, Speedbooty, Una Poenitentium / The Penitent: <a href="http://lucy-k-p.dreamwidth.org/">Lucy Perry</a><br>Helena, Parasites, Crowd of Women, Sphinxes, The Phorkyads, Maria Aegyptiaca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Drunken Man, Tumult & Song, Chamberlain, Baccalaureus, Cranes of Ibycus, Oread, Psylli and Marsi, Holdfast / 3 Mighty Men, Lemures, Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7941">Kris Gannon, Braden River, Florida</a><br>Megaera, Nymphs, Ants, Lamiae, Psylli and Marsi, Panthalis / Leader of the Chorus, Guilt, Mater Gloriosa: <a href="http://charlotteduckett.wordpress.com/">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Tisiphone, Nymphs, Chorus of Insects, The Arimaspeans, The Phorkyads, Choretid 5, Care, Angels / Chorus Mysticus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8126">Kim Moses</a><br>Prudence, Lady 4 / Oldest Lady, Nymphs, Pygmies / Pygmy-Elders, Choretid 3, Mulier Samaritana: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7799">Lani Small</a><br>Hope,The Arimaspeans, Lamiae / Empusa, Choretid 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Zoilo-Thersites, Sphinxes, Dryad, Galatea, Choretid 4, Baucis, More Perfect Angels: <a href="http://www.amysmind2yourmind.com/">Amy Gramour</a><br>The Starveling / Avarice, Giants, Knight Banneret 2 / Knight 2, Famulus, Griffins, Manto, Nereids and Tritons, Telchines, 2nd Spy, Philemon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br>Savage Song / Satyr, Second Chamberlain, Seismos, Proteus, Guardsmen/Fourth Guardsman, Lemur: <a href="http://www.vitalspot.f9.co.uk/">Jason Mills</a><br>Fauns, Gnomes / Deputation of Gnomes, Architect, Emmets, Thales, Arch-Chamberlain, Chorus of Angels / Angels / Chorus Mysticus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8417">Andy Cotterly</a><br>Gnomes / Deputation of Gnomes, Anaxagoras, The Youths, Havequick / 3 Mighty Men, More Perfect Angels: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Savage Song, Giants, Emmets, Nereus, Arch-High-Steward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Sirens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Cranes of Ibycus: <a href="http://mybrainonthis.blogspot.com/">Lucas Rhonemus</a><br>Chorus, Psylli and Marsi: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8025">Hunter</a><br><br/><b>Edited by TriciaG</b><br/><br/> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/faust-2-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
faust protagonist classic german legend highly successful scholar also dissatisfied life makes deal devil exchanging soul unlimited knowledge worldly pleasures br br johann wolfgang von goethe s i faust i tragic play two parts goethe s famous work considered many one greatest works german literature br br rich classical allusion part two romantic story first i faust i forgotten faust wakes field fairies initiate new cycle adventures purpose piece consists five acts relatively isolated episodes representing different theme summary modified wikipedia br br b cast list b br narrator stage directions a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mephistopheles a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br faust plutus doctor marianus a href http librivox org reader 6849 dan raynham a br ariel herald peneus guardsmen first guardsman heavenly host pater ecstaticus a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br emperor gardeners griffins second griffin pater seraphicus a href http librivox org reader 7045 beirdo a br squire page boy charioteer homunculus euphorion chorus blessed boys a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br 2nd squire 2nd page wood cutters fauns courtier pygmies pygmy elders youths arch cup bearer heavenly host chorus blessed boys a href http elizabethklettaudio com elizabeth klett a br chancellor wood cutters atropos knight banneret 1 knight archbishop arch chancellor a href http librivox org reader 8179 michael bennett a br general in chief gardeners learned man chiron a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br pulcinelli clotho fool wagner generalissimo lynceus warden tower arch marshall heavenly host a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br murmurs crowd treasurer satirist poet griffins youths bully 3 mighty men a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br lord high steward gardeners savage song diplomatist dactyls 1st spy guardsmen 2nd guardsmen pater profundis a href http www blogordie com kevin w davidson a br murmurs crowd astrologer lachesis tumult song erichtho dactyls nereids tritons 3rd guardsman wanderer chorus blessed boys a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br olive branch fancy nosegay garden girls aglaia crowd women blonde lady 5 younger lady sirens maiden younger angels a href http librivox org reader 8071 vanessa garcia a br wreath ears challenge garden girls euphrosyne crowd women lady sphinxes dorides choretid 2 want younger angels magna peccatrix a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br fancy wreath rosebuds garden girls hegemone brunette lady 2 young lady ants dorides a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br mother alucto crowd women lady 3 older lady chorus insects sirens sphynx phorkyads choretid 6 phorkyas necessity chorus angels chorus mysticus a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br parasites fear lady 6 duenna chorus insects lamiae dorides speedbooty una poenitentium penitent a href http lucy k p dreamwidth org lucy perry a br helena parasites crowd women sphinxes phorkyads maria aegyptiaca a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br drunken man tumult song chamberlain baccalaureus cranes ibycus oread psylli marsi holdfast 3 mighty men lemures chorus a href http librivox org reader 7941 kris gannon braden river florida a br megaera nymphs ants lamiae psylli marsi panthalis leader chorus guilt mater gloriosa a href http charlotteduckett wordpress com charlotte duckett a br tisiphone nymphs chorus insects arimaspeans phorkyads choretid 5 care angels chorus mysticus a href http librivox org reader 8126 kim moses a br prudence lady 4 oldest lady nymphs pygmies pygmy elders choretid 3 mulier samaritana a href http librivox org reader 7799 lani small a br hope the arimaspeans lamiae empusa choretid 1 a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br zoilo thersites sphinxes dryad galatea choretid 4 baucis perfect angels a href http www amysmind2yourmind com amy gramour a br the starveling avarice giants knight banneret 2 knight 2 famulus griffins manto nereids tritons telchines 2nd spy philemon a href http librivox org reader 5764 herman roskams a br savage song satyr second chamberlain seismos proteus guardsmen fourth guardsman lemur a href http www vitalspot f9 co uk jason mills a br fauns gnomes deputation gnomes architect emmets thales arch chamberlain chorus angels angels chorus mysticus a href http librivox org reader 8417 andy cotterly a br gnomes deputation gnomes anaxagoras youths havequick 3 mighty men perfect angels a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br savage song giants emmets nereus arch high steward a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br sirens a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br cranes ibycus a href http mybrainonthis blogspot com lucas rhonemus a br chorus psylli marsi a href http librivox org reader 8025 hunter a br br b edited triciag b br br |
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5588 |
6138 |
Inca Lands |
Hiram Bingham |
Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
<b>Prof. Hiram Bingham of Yale Makes the Greatest Archaeological Discovery of the Age by Locating and Excavating Ruins of Machu Picchu on a Peak in the Andes of Peru.</b>\n\nThere is nothing new under the sun, they say. That is only relatively true. Just now, when we thought there was practically no portion of the earth's surface still unknown, when the discovery of a single lake or mountain, or the charting of a remote strip of coast line was enough to give a man fame as an explorer, one member of the daredevil explorers' craft has "struck it rich." Struck it so dazzlingly rich, indeed, that all his confrères may be pardoned if they gnash their teeth in chagrin and turn green with envy. The lucky man is Prof. Hiram Bingham of Yale, he whose hobby is South America. He has just announced that he has had the superb good fortune to discover an entire city, two thousand years old, a place of splendid palaces and temples and grim encircling walls, hidden away so thoroughly on the top of a well-nigh inaccessible mountain peak of the Peruvian Andes that the Spanish invaders of four hundred years ago never set eyes upon it. He calls it Machu Picchu. (From New York Times, June 15, 1913)\n\nOne hundred years ago in the summer of 1911, Bingham discovered Machu Picchu, returning in the summer of 1912 to excavate under the auspices of Yale and The National Geographic Society, and coming home to great acclaim and a spate of published articles and photos. He fully described the 1911 expedition and original find in his 1922 book INCA LANDS: Explorations in the Highlands of Peru. \n\n(Summary by New York Times and ToddHW) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/inca-lands-by-hiram-bingham/ |
b prof hiram bingham yale makes greatest archaeological discovery age locating excavating ruins machu picchu peak andes peru b nothing new sun say relatively true now thought practically portion earth s surface still unknown discovery single lake mountain charting remote strip coast line enough give man fame explorer one member daredevil explorers craft struck rich struck dazzlingly rich indeed confrères may pardoned gnash teeth chagrin turn green envy lucky man prof hiram bingham yale whose hobby south america announced superb good fortune discover entire city two thousand years old place splendid palaces temples grim encircling walls hidden away thoroughly top well nigh inaccessible mountain peak peruvian andes spanish invaders four hundred years ago never set eyes upon it calls machu picchu from new york times june 15 1913 one hundred years ago summer 1911 bingham discovered machu picchu returning summer 1912 excavate auspices yale national geographic society coming home great acclaim spate published articles photos fully described 1911 expedition original find 1922 book inca lands explorations highlands peru summary new york times toddhw p |
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5595 |
6145 |
Secret House |
Edgar Wallace |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A stranger and foreigner arrives at the offices of a small publication in London only to be faced by the “editor” whose face is completely swathed in a veil. Nothing is as it seems, and it quickly becomes evident that both are bent on more than lively gossip about the elite. Blackmail and opportunism is the order of the day. When two men are found shot to death outside the door of Mr. Farrington the millionaire who just happens to live a few doors from T. B. Smith, the head of the secret police, the connections to blackmail are not long in coming. Were these men shot by the blackmailer? Who is actually what he seems to be? (Summary by Don W. Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-house-by-edgar-wallace/ |
stranger foreigner arrives offices small publication london faced editor whose face completely swathed veil nothing seems quickly becomes evident bent lively gossip elite blackmail opportunism order day two men found shot death outside door mr farrington millionaire happens live doors t b smith head secret police connections blackmail long coming men shot blackmailer actually seems be summary w jenkins p |
| 5630 |
5589 |
6139 |
History of Standard Oil: Volume 2 |
Ida M. Tarbell |
*Non-fiction, Business & Economics, History |
The History of the Standard Oil Company is a book written by journalist Ida Tarbell in 1904. It was an exposé of the Standard Oil Company, run at that time by oil tycoon John D. Rockefeller, the richest figure in America's history. Originally serialized in 19 parts in McClure's magazine, the book was a seminal example of muckraking, and inspired many other journalists to write about trusts, large businesses that (in the absence of strong antitrust law in the 19th century) attempted to gain monopolies in various industries. The History of the Standard Oil Company was credited with hastening the breakup of Standard Oil, which came about in 1911. ( Summary by Wikipedia )<br><br>Note: This reading does not include any of the Appendices. |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-standard-oil-volume-2-by-ida-m-tarbell/ |
history standard oil company book written journalist ida tarbell 1904 exposé standard oil company run time oil tycoon john d rockefeller richest figure america s history originally serialized 19 parts mcclure s magazine book seminal example muckraking inspired many journalists write trusts large businesses in absence strong antitrust law 19th century attempted gain monopolies various industries history standard oil company credited hastening breakup standard oil came 1911 summary wikipedia br br note reading include appendices |
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5590 |
6140 |
Ghost Breaker (Dramatic Reading) |
Paul Dickey |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Ghost Breaker is a drama and haunted house horror complete with heroes, villains, and a Princess. The Ghost Breaker was originally a screenplay and would later be made a drama film directed by Cecil B. DeMille. (Summary by Linette Geisel)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>\n<br>Warren; Ghost Breaker and Kentuckian hero: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a>\n<br>Maria Theresa, Princess of Aragon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>\n<br>Rusty Snow; Warren's servant man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a>\n<br>Carlos, Duke of Alva, cousin of Maria Theresa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a>\n<br>Colonel Jarvis of Meadow Green (older voice): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a>\n<br>Mandy; Colonel Jarvis's servant woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2895">Jenny Lundak</a>\n<br>Doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>\n<br>Major Selby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>\n<br>Hotel Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a>\n<br>Colonel Jim Marcum, wealthy and prominent Kentucky sportsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7114">Jerry James</a>\n<br>Brazilian coffee merchant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744"> Amy Gramour</a>\n<br>Detective 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>\n<br>Detective 2 <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>Nita; Chic young Spanish servant to Maria Theresa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4063">Abigail Bartels</a>\n<br>Ship's Porter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a>\n<br>Ship's Steward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>\n<br>Ship's Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a>\n<br>Ship's Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7013">Kevin Soini</a>\n<br>Scotland Yard Detective: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a>\n<br>Senorita Deloris, daughter of Senor Vardos: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6568">Heather Hamtil</a>\n<br>Senor Pedro, tavern keeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>Don Robledo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>\n<br>Human Battleship: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a>\n<br>Vardos, Prince's Retainer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>\n<br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Linette Geisel<br/><br/> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-breaker-by-charles-goddard-and-paul-dicky/ |
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5591 |
6141 |
Amor de Perdição |
Camilo Castelo Branco |
Romance |
Amor de Perdição é uma das obras mais marcantes de Camilo, um dos mais importantes e proliferos romancistas portugueses. Inspirado nos amores de Romeu e Julieta, Camilo conta-nos a história do amor proibido de seu tio Simão, de intrigas, crimes e desespero. Mas a história relata-nos também o seu próprio sofrimento, já que Camilo a escreve na Cadeia da Relação do Porto, onde está preso por um amor proibido. (Resumo por sailormoon)</p> |
Portuguese |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/amor-de-perdicao-by-camilo-castelo-branco/ |
amor de perdição é uma das obras mais marcantes de camilo um dos mais importantes e proliferos romancistas portugueses inspirado nos amores de romeu e julieta camilo conta nos história amor proibido de seu tio simão de intrigas crimes e desespero mas história relata nos também seu próprio sofrimento já que camilo escreve na cadeia da relação porto onde está preso por um amor proibido resumo por sailormoon p |
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5592 |
6142 |
Saint Charles Borromeo: A Sketch of the Reforming Cardinal |
Louise M. Stacpoole-Kenny |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Charles Borromeo was the cardinal archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Milan from 1564 to 1584. He was a leading figure during the Counter-Reformation and was responsible for significant reforms in the Catholic Church, including the founding of seminaries for the education of priests. He is honoured as a saint in the Catholic Church and his feast day is November 4. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/saint-charles-borromeo-a-sketch-of-the-reforming-cardinal-by-louise-m-stacpoole-kenny/ |
charles borromeo cardinal archbishop catholic archdiocese milan 1564 1584 leading figure counter reformation responsible significant reforms catholic church including founding seminaries education priests honoured saint catholic church feast day november 4 summary wikipedia p |
| 5634 |
5593 |
6143 |
Romance of Two Worlds |
Marie Corelli |
Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction, Religious Fiction |
The book starts with a young heroine telling her story of coping with a debilitating illness that includes depression and thoughts of suicide. Her doctor is unable to help her and sends her off on a holiday where she meets a mystical character by the name of Raffaello Cellini, an Italian artist. Cellini offers her a strange potion which immediately puts her into a tranquil slumber, in which she experiences divine visions. This is the beginning of her journey to health, both spiritual and physical. \n. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-romance-of-two-worlds-by-marie-corelli/ |
book starts young heroine telling story coping debilitating illness includes depression thoughts suicide doctor unable help sends holiday meets mystical character name raffaello cellini italian artist cellini offers strange potion immediately puts tranquil slumber experiences divine visions beginning journey health spiritual physical summary wikipedia p |
| 5635 |
5594 |
6144 |
Dramatic Reader for Lower Grades |
Florence Holbrook |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Plays |
Despite the title's bland sounding name, this book is a charming collection of 16 plays for children. These little plays—well-known stories done into dialogue—were written for children who like to imagine themselves living with their favorite characters in forest, in palace, or in fairyland. Included are Cinderella, Robin Hood, William Tell, Hansel and Gretel and many more. (Summary by Maria Therese and the introduction) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/dramatic-reader-for-lower-grades-by-florence-holbrook/ |
despite title s bland sounding name book charming collection 16 plays children little plays well known stories done dialogue were written children like imagine living favorite characters forest palace fairyland included cinderella robin hood william tell hansel gretel many more summary maria therese introduction p |
| 5636 |
5596 |
6146 |
Dried-up Fountain |
Robert Leighton |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Dried-up Fountain by Robert Leighton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 18, 2011.<br><br>This poem is taken from A Victorian Anthology, 1837–1895, Edmund Clarence Stedman, ed. (1833–1908). (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-dried-up-fountain-by-robert-leighton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings dried up fountain robert leighton fortnightly poetry project december 18 2011 br br this poem taken victorian anthology 1837 1895 edmund clarence stedman ed 1833 1908 summary david lawrence p |
| 5637 |
5598 |
6148 |
Fiddler of Dooney |
William Butler Yeats |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Fiddler of Dooney by William Butler Yeats. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 4th 2011<br><br>William Butler Yeats was a notable Irish poet and playwright. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1923.<br>The Fiddler of Dooney first appeared in Yeats' 1899 book of poetry 'The Wind Among the Reeds`. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-fiddler-of-dooney-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings fiddler dooney william butler yeats weekly poetry project december 4th 2011 br br william butler yeats notable irish poet playwright awarded nobel prize literature 1923 br the fiddler dooney first appeared yeats 1899 book poetry the wind among reeds summary lucy perry p |
| 5638 |
5599 |
6149 |
Sun's Babies |
Edith Howes |
Animals & Nature |
Charming stories and poems for young children about nature and the changes that occur with the seasons, weaving in life lessons throughout the stories. (Summary by Laura Victoria)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-suns-babies-by-edith-howes/ |
charming stories poems young children nature changes occur seasons weaving life lessons throughout stories summary laura victoria p |
| 5639 |
5600 |
6150 |
Sonnets from the Crimea |
Adam Mickiewicz |
Poetry |
Adam Mickiewicz is considered one of the greatest of Polish poets. Sonnets from the Crimea was composed during a trip to that region in 1825 and rapidly became one of the poet's most popular works. The sonnets are read in Polish and English. (Introduction by Algy Pug) <br /><br />The poems in Polish were read by Piotr Nater, the poems in English by Algy Pug.</p> |
Multilingual |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-from-the-crimea-by-adam-mickiewicz/ |
adam mickiewicz considered one greatest polish poets sonnets crimea composed trip region 1825 rapidly became one poet s popular works sonnets read polish english introduction algy pug br br the poems polish read piotr nater poems english algy pug p |
| 5640 |
5601 |
6151 |
Myths of the New World |
Daniel Garrison Brinton |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Myths of the New World's full title describes it as.. " a treatise on the Symbolism and Mythology of the Red Race of America", an attempt to analyse and correlate scientifically, the mythology of the American Indians. Note: Brinton advocated theories of scientific racism that were pervasive at that time. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-myths-of-the-new-world-by-daniel-g-brinton/ |
myths new world s full title describes as treatise symbolism mythology red race america attempt analyse correlate scientifically mythology american indians note brinton advocated theories scientific racism pervasive time summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 5641 |
5602 |
6153 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 5, Chapter 24) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 5 chapter 24 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859). Volume 5 was published after his death.\n\n.<br><br>Chapter 24 begins with the change in parliament with the 1698 elections. The death of the Electoral Prince of Bavaria obviates the first partition treaty and William and Lewis must try again. A good telling to the Darien bubble.</p>\n\n |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-5-chapter-24-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 5 chapter 24 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 volume 5 published death br br chapter 24 begins change parliament 1698 elections death electoral prince bavaria obviates first partition treaty william lewis must try again good telling darien bubble p |
| 5642 |
5603 |
6155 |
Lifted Masks |
Susan Glaspell |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
In this collection of short stories, Susan Glaspell examines the unique character of America and its people. (Summary by wildemoose) <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lifted-masks-by-susan-glaspell/ |
collection short stories susan glaspell examines unique character america people summary wildemoose p |
| 5643 |
5604 |
6156 |
Thinking as a Science |
Henry Hazlitt |
Psychology |
Written in a conversational style that will appeal to the younger person as well as seasoned professional, "Thinking as a Science" is timeless classic. Through eleven chapters, the last being a descriptive, annotated bibliography, Henry Hazlitt systematically takes the step-by-step on the process of introducing logic and context into the thinking process. The rather long chapter on "Reading and Thinking" clarifies several notions on where one needs to understand where mere knowledge acquisition ends and using reading the stimulate thinking begins.\n\nFor an individual who was largely self taught, Hazlitt's contribution to the process of thinking is a must-read.(Summary by Chiquito Crasto)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/thinking-as-a-science-by-henry-hazlitt/ |
written conversational style appeal younger person well seasoned professional thinking science timeless classic eleven chapters last descriptive annotated bibliography henry hazlitt systematically takes step by step process introducing logic context thinking process rather long chapter reading thinking clarifies several notions one needs understand mere knowledge acquisition ends using reading stimulate thinking begins individual largely self taught hazlitt s contribution process thinking must read summary chiquito crasto p |
| 5644 |
5605 |
6157 |
Amusement Only |
Richard Marsh |
Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
This is a collection of 12 short stories of mystery and humor, which are, as the title says, for amusement only. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/amusement-only-by-richard-marsh/ |
collection 12 short stories mystery humor are title says amusement only summary carolin p |
| 5645 |
5606 |
6158 |
Diary Written in the Provincial Lunatic Asylum |
Mary Huestis Pengilly |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
Mary Pengilly was taken to a Lunatic Asylum by her sons where she kept a diary, which this book is taken from. Mary records the harsh conditions and treatments received at the hands of the nurses during her stay. Once Mary is released she takes it upon herself to make the authorities aware of the situation at the Provincial Lunatic Asylum. (Summary by Elaine Webb) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/diary-written-in-the-provincial-lunatic-asylum-by-mary-huestis-pengilly/ |
mary pengilly taken lunatic asylum sons kept diary book taken from mary records harsh conditions treatments received hands nurses stay mary released takes upon make authorities aware situation provincial lunatic asylum summary elaine webb p |
| 5646 |
5607 |
6159 |
Nikolaas Nickleby |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Romance |
Dit is het verhaal van Nikolaas Nickleby en zijn zuster Kate die na het sterven van hun vader steun zoeken bij de broer van hun vader. In dit verhaal worden de misstanden van kostscholen aan de kaak gesteld. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)</p>\n |
Dutch |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/nikolaas-nickleby-by-dickens-charles/ |
dit het verhaal van nikolaas nickleby en zijn zuster kate die na het sterven van hun vader steun zoeken bij de broer van hun vader dit verhaal worden de misstanden van kostscholen aan de kaak gesteld samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
| 5647 |
5608 |
6160 |
Romancero Viejo |
Anonymous |
Poetry, Romance |
El Romancero español es un grupo de cortos poemas de origen medieval desgajados de los cantares de gesta castellanos a partir del siglo XIV y transmitidos de forma oral hasta el XIX, en que, merced al interés que el Romanticismo sintió por la literatura medieval, Agustín Durán (1789-1862) empezó a recogerlos en sus famosas Colecciones de romances antiguos o Romanceros, Valladolid, 1821, ampliado luego con el título más célebre de Romancero General. Ya en el siglo XX, Ramón Menéndez Pidal y su escuela emprendieron su compilación exhaustiva y empezaron a ordenarlos y estudiarlos. Muchos romances provienen especialmente del XV y se conservan gracias a coleccionistas contemporáneos de estas composiciones, que compraban en las ferias en forma de pliegos sueltos y que elaboraban con ellos los llamados cancioneros de romances. Este es el llamado Romancero viejo. (Introducción de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/el-romancero-viejo-by-anonimo/ |
el romancero español es un grupo de cortos poemas de origen medieval desgajados de los cantares de gesta castellanos partir del siglo xiv transmitidos de forma oral hasta el xix en que merced al interés que el romanticismo sintió por la literatura medieval agustín durán 1789 1862 empezó recogerlos en sus famosas colecciones de romances antiguos romanceros valladolid 1821 ampliado luego con el título más célebre de romancero general ya en el siglo xx ramón menéndez pidal su escuela emprendieron su compilación exhaustiva empezaron ordenarlos estudiarlos muchos romances provienen especialmente del xv se conservan gracias coleccionistas contemporáneos de estas composiciones que compraban en las ferias en forma de pliegos sueltos que elaboraban con ellos los llamados cancioneros de romances este es el llamado romancero viejo introducción de wikipedia p |
| 5648 |
5609 |
6161 |
Na wzgórzu róż |
Stefan Grabiński |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
Drugi zbiór opowiadań przedwojennego pisarza specjalizującego się w opowieściach niesamowitych.\nTym razem czytelnik otrzymuje 6 historii, które udzielą zaskakujących odpowiedzi na takie pytania jak: co to za dziwny zapach unosi się w miejscu pełnym róż? czy miejsce może przesiąknąć szaleństwem? co oznacza niezwykła scena widziana w oknie pewnego domu? a także kilka innych. (Summary by Piotr Nater) </p> |
Polish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/na-wzgorzu-roz-by-stefan-grabinski/ |
drugi zbiór opowiadań przedwojennego pisarza specjalizującego się w opowieściach niesamowitych tym razem czytelnik otrzymuje 6 historii które udzielą zaskakujących odpowiedzi na takie pytania jak co za dziwny zapach unosi się w miejscu pełnym róż czy miejsce może przesiąknąć szaleństwem co oznacza niezwykła scena widziana w oknie pewnego domu także kilka innych summary piotr nater p |
| 5649 |
5610 |
6163 |
Historic Girls |
Elbridge Streeter Brooks |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Short Stories |
Twelve short stories of real girls who have influenced the history of their times. (Summary by Carmen H) </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/historic-girls-by-elbridge-streeter-brooks/ |
twelve short stories real girls influenced history times summary carmen h p |
| 5650 |
5611 |
6164 |
Christian Patience: The Strength and Discipline of the Soul |
William Bernard Ullathorne |
Christianity - Other |
William Bernard Ullathorne was a Benedictine monk and Roman Catholic priest who ministered in Australia from 1833 until 1840 and then returned to his native England, where he was ordained a bishop in 1847 and served as Bishop of Birmingham from 1850 until 1888. He is best known for his catechetical trilogy: The Endowments of Man, The Groundwork of the Christian Virtues, and Christian Patience, published in the 1880s. Christian Patience is presented in twelve lectures. Bishop Ullathorne teaches that Christian patience is both a special virtue and a universal virtue. As a special virtue, it is opposed to two opposite vices: a vice of excess, and a vice of defect. Patience is the virtuous mean between the excess vice of obstinacy and the defect vice of impatience. As a universal virtue, patience in found in all the Christian virtues, as it strengthens and perfects them. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/christian-patience-the-strength-and-discipline-of-the-soul-by-william-bernard-ullathorne/ |
william bernard ullathorne benedictine monk roman catholic priest ministered australia 1833 1840 returned native england ordained bishop 1847 served bishop birmingham 1850 1888 best known catechetical trilogy endowments man groundwork christian virtues christian patience published 1880s christian patience presented twelve lectures bishop ullathorne teaches christian patience special virtue universal virtue special virtue opposed two opposite vices vice excess vice defect patience virtuous mean excess vice obstinacy defect vice impatience universal virtue patience found christian virtues strengthens perfects them introduction dave7 p |
| 5651 |
5612 |
6165 |
Empire |
Clifford D. Simak |
Science Fiction |
<br />In a future time, the solar system is powered by one energy source, controlled by one huge organisation, which has plans to use this control to dominate the planets. Unknown to them, a couple of maverick scientists accidentally develop a completely new form of energy supply and threaten the corporation's monopoly. Naturally, the corporation can't allow this to happen... A stunning story about the manipulation of pure energy, climaxing in interstellar conflict.(Summary by Boojumuk)<br /><br /> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/empire-by-clifford-d-simak/ |
br in future time solar system powered one energy source controlled one huge organisation plans use control dominate planets unknown them couple maverick scientists accidentally develop completely new form energy supply threaten corporation s monopoly naturally corporation can t allow happen stunning story manipulation pure energy climaxing interstellar conflict summary boojumuk br br |
| 5652 |
5613 |
6166 |
John Dene of Toronto; a Comedy of Whitehall |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
John Dene comes to England with a great invention, and the intention of gingering-up the Admiralty. His directness and unconventional methods bewilder and embarrass the officials at Whitehall, where, according to him, most of the jobs are held by those "whose great-grandfathers had a pleasant way of saying how-do-you-do to a prince."<br/><br/>\n\nSuddenly John Dene disappears, and the whole civilised world is amazed at an offer of £20,000 for news of him. Scotland Yard is disorganised by tons of letters and thousands of callers. Questions are asked in the House, the Government becomes anxious, only Department Z. retains its equanimity.<br/><br/>\n\nBy the way, what did happen to John Dene of Toronto?<br/>\n(Introduction by Author)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/john-dene-of-toronto-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
john dene comes england great invention intention gingering up admiralty directness unconventional methods bewilder embarrass officials whitehall where according him jobs held whose great grandfathers pleasant way saying how do you do prince br br suddenly john dene disappears whole civilised world amazed offer 20 000 news him scotland yard disorganised tons letters thousands callers questions asked house government becomes anxious department z retains equanimity br br way happen john dene toronto br introduction author p |
| 5653 |
5614 |
6167 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 1 |
National Geographic Society |
Nature, Travel & Geography, Earth Sciences |
<br />National Geographic Magazine Volume 1 Number 1 published in 1889. Topics of articles are:\n\n<br /><br />Announcement by the National Geographic Society\n<br />Introductory Address by the President\n<br />Geographic Methods in Geologic Investigation\n<br />Classification of Geographic Forms by Genesis\n<br />The Great Storm of March 11 to 14, 1888\n<br />The Great Storm off the Atlantic Coast of the United States, March 11th to 14th, 1888\n<br />The Survey of the Coast\n<br />The Survey and Map of Massachusetts\n\n<br /><br />(Summary by Guero)<br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-01-no-1-by-various/ |
br national geographic magazine volume 1 number 1 published 1889 topics articles are br br announcement national geographic society br introductory address president br geographic methods geologic investigation br classification geographic forms genesis br the great storm march 11 14 1888 br the great storm atlantic coast united states march 11th 14th 1888 br the survey coast br the survey map massachusetts br br summary guero br br |
| 5654 |
5615 |
6168 |
Peril Finders |
George Manville Fenn |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />In California settlers are trying to make a living working as fruit-growers. Problems with blights and insects mean that the crops are failing. A prospector arrives and tells stories of ancient cities where there is a lot of gold. He then dies. Some of the settlers decide to go and search for the gold. They have long distances to travel and meet many challenges along the way. They eventually reach one of these cities and find evidence that it has been abandoned by invaders hundreds or thousands of years ago. They then get attacked by Apaches but manage to beat them off and carry on. After spending several years travelling they decide to go back to California where they find that all the other settlers have left, but the fruit farms are blossoming. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-peril-finders-by-george-manville-fenn/ |
br in california settlers trying make living working fruit growers problems blights insects mean crops failing prospector arrives tells stories ancient cities lot gold dies settlers decide go search gold long distances travel meet many challenges along way eventually reach one cities find evidence abandoned invaders hundreds thousands years ago get attacked apaches manage beat carry on spending several years travelling decide go back california find settlers left fruit farms blossoming summary michele eaton br br |
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5616 |
6169 |
Thrice Welcome |
Harrison S. Morris |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Thrice Welcome from Poor Robin's Almanac. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 11, 2011.<br><br>Poor Robin's Almanac first appeared in England in the 17th century. It ran until sometime in the 18th century.<br>It was originally a satirical publication, although over the years it became less humorous and more of a source for traditional homilies.<br>Poor Robin is a pseudonym whose original user is unknown. William Winstanley and Robert Herrick are both possible candidates. More works were published under this pseudonym in America in the 1800s.(Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/thrice-welcome-by-poor-robin/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings thrice welcome poor robin s almanac weekly poetry project december 11 2011 br br poor robin s almanac first appeared england 17th century ran sometime 18th century br it originally satirical publication although years became less humorous source traditional homilies br poor robin pseudonym whose original user unknown william winstanley robert herrick possible candidates works published pseudonym america 1800s summary lucy perry p |
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5617 |
6170 |
Sir Edmund Orme |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Henry James wrote a number of ghost stories -- The Turn of the Screw being the most famous. Did he believe in ghosts himself, as did many of his contemporaries? It's generally possible to find earthly interpretations, Freudian and other, for his ghosts. Sir Edmund Orme, though, is unquestionably a real ghost -- except of course that James's unnamed narrator tells the story in the voice of yet a third man, and the narrator himself passes no judgments on the factual nature of what he is reporting (there's a resemblance here to The Turn of the Screw). The story has to do with two love affairs in two generations, and Sir Edmund, real or imagined, plays a role in each. In the end, then, it's still up to the reader to decide on the nature of the ghost, whether he's real or imagined. James gives you no clear answer.<br>(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/sir-edmund-orme-by-henry-james/ |
henry james wrote number ghost stories turn screw famous believe ghosts himself many contemporaries generally possible find earthly interpretations freudian other ghosts sir edmund orme though unquestionably real ghost except course james s unnamed narrator tells story voice yet third man narrator passes judgments factual nature reporting there s resemblance turn screw story two love affairs two generations sir edmund real imagined plays role each end then still reader decide nature ghost whether he s real imagined james gives clear answer br introduction nicholas clifford |
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5618 |
6171 |
Last of the Valerii |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An unnamed American painter resident in Rome serves as narrator in this story, watching as his god-daughter Martha, becomes the wife of Prince Marco Valerio. The young bride is eager to use some of her American fortune in the service of archeology at the Villa Valerio, her husband's somewhat run down Roman house. Archeology can be, her god-father suggests, a rather expensive hobby, but to his (and her) surprise, the dig brings to light a lovely marble statue of Juno. Martha is overjoyed, but it is soon clear that her husband is overcome by the discovery, and overcome in ways that are to be disquieting. In this, as in several of James's stories, there are elements of the supernatural -- or so the reader might invited to believe. To what, in any case, will the discovery lead? (Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-of-the-valerii-by-henry-james/ |
unnamed american painter resident rome serves narrator story watching god daughter martha becomes wife prince marco valerio young bride eager use american fortune service archeology villa valerio husband s somewhat run roman house archeology be god father suggests rather expensive hobby and her surprise dig brings light lovely marble statue juno martha overjoyed soon clear husband overcome discovery overcome ways disquieting this several james s stories elements supernatural reader might invited believe what case discovery lead introduction nicholas clifford p |
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6224 |
6796 |
Welsh Fairy Tales and Other Stories |
P. H. Emerson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of Welsh Fairy tales. These tales were collected by me whilst living in Anglesea during the winter 1891-2. With the exception of the French story, they were told me and I took them down at the time. In most cases I have done but little "editing", preferring to give the stories as told. P. H. Emerson, April 1894. (Summary from Author's Note)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/welsh-fairy-tales-and-other-stories-by-p-h-emerson/ |
collection welsh fairy tales tales collected whilst living anglesea winter 1891 2 exception french story told took time cases done little editing preferring give stories told p h emerson april 1894 summary author s note p |
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5619 |
6172 |
Passionate Friends |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction, Romance |
H. G. Wells is best known for his science fiction, but some of his greatest works were in other genres. The Passionate Friends is a love story. It also is a story about dreams, despair, jealousy, sex, the struggle against social convention, the future of civilization, and much much more. It is written by a father to his son, "not indeed to the child you are now, but to the man you are going to be." He writes it so that one day, perhaps when he is dead, his grown son can read it and rediscover him as a friend and equal. In the process, he tries to make sense of a lifetime's experiences and distill some kind of wisdom from them. It is quite simply a beautiful book, both inspiring and heartbreaking. (Summary by Peter Eastman)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-passionate-friends-by-h-g-wells/ |
h g wells best known science fiction greatest works genres passionate friends love story also story dreams despair jealousy sex struggle social convention future civilization much much more written father son not indeed child now man going be writes one day perhaps dead grown son read rediscover friend equal process tries make sense lifetime s experiences distill kind wisdom them quite simply beautiful book inspiring heartbreaking summary peter eastman p |
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5620 |
6173 |
With Clive in India |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
With Clive in India gives a vivid picture of the wonderful events of the ten years, which at their commencement saw Madras in the hands of the French--Calcutta at the mercy of the Nabob of Bengal--and English influence apparently at the point of extinction in India--and which ended in the final triumph of the English, both in Bengal and Madras. There were yet great battles to be fought, great efforts to be made, before the vast Empire of India fell altogether into British hands; but these were but the sequel of the events described. (Summary by G. A. Henty)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/with-clive-in-india-by-g-a-henty/ |
clive india gives vivid picture wonderful events ten years commencement saw madras hands french calcutta mercy nabob bengal and english influence apparently point extinction india and ended final triumph english bengal madras yet great battles fought great efforts made vast empire india fell altogether british hands sequel events described summary g a henty p |
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5621 |
6175 |
Claimants to Royalty |
John Henry Ingram |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
A compilation of chronicles of the numerous impostors and impostures of kings, queens, and rulers. (Summary by Carmen H) </p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/claimants-to-royalty-by-john-henry-ingram/ |
compilation chronicles numerous impostors impostures kings queens rulers summary carmen h p |
| 5662 |
5622 |
6176 |
Colored Cadet at West Point |
Henry Ossian Flipper |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Henry Ossian Flipper--born into slavery in Thomasville, Georgia on March 21, 1856--did not learn to read and write until just before the end of the Civil War. Once the war had ended, Flipper attended several schools showing a great aptitude for knowledge. During his freshman year at Atlanta University he applied for admittance to the United States National Military Academy at West Point. He was appointed to the academy in 1873 along with a fellow African American, John W. Williams. Cadet Williams was later dismissed for academic deficiencies.<br><br>Flipper and Williams were not the first African Americans to attend West Point, however. Two others came before them: James Webster Smith in July of 1870, and Henry Alonzo Napier in 1871. Cadets Napier and Smith were eventually dismissed for academic deficiencies.<br><br>In 1876, Johnson Chestnut Whittaker another African American, was admitted to the academy. But one day he was discovered beaten, bound and unconscious in his room. An investigation was conducted by a lengthy courts martial; however, this proceeding--tainted by racism--determined that Whittaker’s injuries were "self-inflicted" and that he had tied himself up. Secretary of War, Robert Todd Lincoln, later declared the court martial invalid, but this did nothing to save Cadet Whittaker's career as he was preemptively dismissed from the academy because of academic deficiencies.<br><br>Henry Ossian Flipper graduated from West Point as a Second Lieutenant in June of 1877 earning his place in history as the first African American to do so. No other men of color would accomplish the same for another decade. His first permanent duty assignment was to the famed 10th Calvalry Regiment.<br><br>Since the academy’s founding on March 16, 1802, it had been known for the “rigorous hazing” which all cadets had to endure. But certainly no cadet ever had to endure the open hostility and brutality experienced by those first African Americans to join the Corp of Cadets. The pain, humiliation and sacrifices that Flipper and others suffered then made the burden just a little easier for subsequent generations. (Introduction by James K. White)</p>\n\n*Reader's Note: The text, found at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2448, is divided into a preface and Chapters I through XVII with Chapter XVI omitted. As much as can be determined, this is a typographical error only and no text is missing from the document.\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-colored-cadet-at-west-point-by-henry-ossian-flipper/ |
henry ossian flipper born slavery thomasville georgia march 21 1856 did learn read write end civil war war ended flipper attended several schools showing great aptitude knowledge freshman year atlanta university applied admittance united states national military academy west point appointed academy 1873 along fellow african american john w williams cadet williams later dismissed academic deficiencies br br flipper williams first african americans attend west point however two others came them james webster smith july 1870 henry alonzo napier 1871 cadets napier smith eventually dismissed academic deficiencies br br in 1876 johnson chestnut whittaker another african american admitted academy one day discovered beaten bound unconscious room investigation conducted lengthy courts martial however proceeding tainted racism determined whittaker s injuries self inflicted tied up secretary war robert todd lincoln later declared court martial invalid nothing save cadet whittaker s career preemptively dismissed academy academic deficiencies br br henry ossian flipper graduated west point second lieutenant june 1877 earning place history first african american so men color would accomplish another decade first permanent duty assignment famed 10th calvalry regiment br br since academy s founding march 16 1802 known rigorous hazing cadets endure certainly cadet ever endure open hostility brutality experienced first african americans join corp cadets pain humiliation sacrifices flipper others suffered made burden little easier subsequent generations introduction james k white p reader s note text found http www gutenberg org ebooks 2448 divided preface chapters xvii chapter xvi omitted much determined typographical error text missing document |
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5623 |
6177 |
Mornings at Bow Street |
John Wight |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
<br />This is a collection of various articles found in Morning Herald columns. Some are found interesting, some may be hilarious! The 84 pieces of this book are actual reports throughout the 1870s newspaper written by the reporter, John Wight and Illustrated by George Cruikshank (Summary by Chris Caron) <br /><br /> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/mornings-at-bow-street-by-john-wight/ |
br this collection various articles found morning herald columns found interesting may hilarious 84 pieces book actual reports throughout 1870s newspaper written reporter john wight illustrated george cruikshank summary chris caron br br |
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5624 |
6178 |
Christmas Carol (version 05) |
Charles Dickens |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is a cold-hearted man of business and has little time for the good humor and charity of the Christmas season. But that's about to change. A visit from his deceased business partner sets in motion a night in which Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. Will his listen to their messages? Will he heed their warnings? Ebenezer Scrooge is about to take a Christmas journey that he won't soon forget. (Summary by Kyle Munley)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-4/ |
miserly ebenezer scrooge cold hearted man business little time good humor charity christmas season that s change visit deceased business partner sets motion night scrooge visited ghosts christmas past present future listen messages heed warnings ebenezer scrooge take christmas journey soon forget summary kyle munley p |
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5625 |
6179 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 1, 1835 to 1842 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. (Summary by Kristingj) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-1-1835-to-1842-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
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5626 |
6180 |
Verteidigung des Unsinns, der Demut, des Schundromans und anderer mißachteter Dinge |
G. K. Chesterton |
Satire, Essays & Short Works |
Verschiedene Essays, in denen Dinge wie Schundromane, Planeten, Posse, Demut und unüberlegte Gelübde verteidigt werden. Ein hochvergnügliches Augenzwinkern ist unüberseh- bzw. unüberhörbar. ( Zusammenfassung von Bernd Ungerer) </p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/verteidigung-des-unsinns-der-demut-des-schundromans-und-anderer-missachteter-dinge-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
verschiedene essays denen dinge wie schundromane planeten posse demut und unüberlegte gelübde verteidigt werden ein hochvergnügliches augenzwinkern ist unüberseh bzw unüberhörbar zusammenfassung von bernd ungerer p |
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5627 |
6181 |
Large Catechism (Version 2) |
Martin Luther |
Religion, Christianity - Other |
After the parishes of Saxony were visited in 1528 and found to be in a terribly dismal state, Martin Luther penned the Large Catechism as an aid to the clergy in teaching Christian doctrine. It consists of sermons on each of the Ten Commandments, each article of the Apostles' Creed and each petition of the Lord's Prayer, together with a treatment of Baptism and of the Sacrament of the Altar. This recording also includes the "Brief Exhortation to Confession" which Luther appended early on. This last piece was translated by Ambrose and Socrates Henkel in 1851 while all the rest follows the translation of F. Bente and W. H. T. Dau from the Concordia Triglotta of 1921. (Introduction by Jonathan Lange)</p> |
English |
1529 |
https://librivox.org/the-large-catechism-version-2-by-martin-luther/ |
parishes saxony visited 1528 found terribly dismal state martin luther penned large catechism aid clergy teaching christian doctrine consists sermons ten commandments article apostles creed petition lord s prayer together treatment baptism sacrament altar recording also includes brief exhortation confession luther appended early on last piece translated ambrose socrates henkel 1851 rest follows translation f bente w h t dau concordia triglotta 1921 introduction jonathan lange p |
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5628 |
6182 |
Naval War of 1812 |
Theodore Roosevelt |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
Somewhat detailed history of naval engagements between the United States and England during the War of 1812, from a decidely American perspective. Completed by the author as a young man at age 24. After 120 years, it remains a standard study of the war. (Summary by JCarson) </p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-naval-war-of-1812-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
somewhat detailed history naval engagements united states england war 1812 decidely american perspective completed author young man age 24 120 years remains standard study war summary jcarson p |
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5629 |
6183 |
Guns of Bull Run |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The first volume in the Civil War series, following the adventures of Harry Kenton, who leaves his home in Kentucky. He travels through dangerous territory to South Carolina on a secret mission on the eve of the Civil War. \n(From Chapter 4) "They will not fire! They dare not!" cried Shepard in a tense, strained whisper. \nAs the last word left his lips there was a heavy crash. A tongue of fire leaped from one of the batteries, followed by a gush of smoke, and a round shot whistled over the Star of the West. A tremendous shout came from the crowd, then it was silent, while that tongue of flame leaped a second time from the mouth of a cannon. Harry saw the water spring up, a spire of white foam, near the steamer, and a moment later a third shot clipped the water close by. He did not know whether the gunners were firing directly at the vessel or merely meant to warn her that she came nearer at her peril, but in any event, the effect was the same. South Carolina with her cannon was warning a foreign ship, the ship of an enemy, to keep away. The Star of the West slowed down and stopped. Then another shout, more tremendous than ever, a shout of triumph, came from the crowd, but Harry felt a chill strike to his heart. \nYoung St. Clair, too, was silent and Harry saw a shadow on his face. He looked for Shepard, but he was gone and the boy had not heard him go. \n"It is all over," said St. Clair, with the certainty of prophecy. "The cannon have spoken and it is war. (Summary by Sarah Parshall, Michael Packard, and Author)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-guns-of-bull-run-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
first volume civil war series following adventures harry kenton leaves home kentucky travels dangerous territory south carolina secret mission eve civil war from chapter 4 they fire dare not cried shepard tense strained whisper last word left lips heavy crash tongue fire leaped one batteries followed gush smoke round shot whistled star west tremendous shout came crowd silent tongue flame leaped second time mouth cannon harry saw water spring up spire white foam near steamer moment later third shot clipped water close by know whether gunners firing directly vessel merely meant warn came nearer peril event effect same south carolina cannon warning foreign ship ship enemy keep away star west slowed stopped another shout tremendous ever shout triumph came crowd harry felt chill strike heart young st clair too silent harry saw shadow face looked shepard gone boy heard go it over said st clair certainty prophecy the cannon spoken war summary sarah parshall michael packard author p |
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5630 |
6184 |
Richard II, Makers of History |
Jacob Abbott |
*Non-fiction, History |
Chronicles the life of Richard II, born in 1367 in Bordeaux, France, who later wore the crown of King of England. (Summary by Cathy Barratt) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/richard-ii-makers-of-history-by-jacob-abbott/ |
chronicles life richard ii born 1367 bordeaux france later wore crown king england summary cathy barratt p |
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5631 |
6185 |
Toussaint L’Ouverture: A Biography and Autobiography |
John Relly Beard |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
François-Dominique Toussaint L’Ouverture (1743-1803) rose to fame in 1791 during the Haitian struggle for independence. In this revolt, he led thousands of slaves on the island of Hispañola to fight against the colonial European powers of France, Spain and England. The former slaves ultimately established the independent state of Haiti and expelled the Europeans. L’Ouverture eventually became the governor and Commander-In-Chief of Haiti before recognizing and submitting to French rule in 1801. In June of 1802, L’Ouverture was arrested by French forces and taken to France where he was imprisoned at Joux. There he penned his autobiography “. . . to render to the French government an exact account of my conduct.” L’Ouverture died in prison on April 7, 1803 from pneumonia.\n\nAlthough L’Ouverture died a captive of the French, the revolution he led was historically perhaps the most significant world event opposing slavery. It precipitated a re-examination--among the major European powers as well as those in the new world--of the right of all mankind to be free and self-governing.\n\nJohn Relly Beard, an English minister, wrote The Life of Toussaint L’Ouverture and published it in London in 1853. Ten years later, the biography was re-published and augmented to include L’Ouverture’s 35-page translated autobiography--along with other documents and contributions by public officials--and was re-published in Boston. This reconstituted edition was titled, Toussaint L’Ouverture: A Biography and Autobiography. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/toussaint-louverture-a-biography-and-autobiography-by-john-relly-beard/ |
françois dominique toussaint l ouverture 1743 1803 rose fame 1791 haitian struggle independence revolt led thousands slaves island hispañola fight colonial european powers france spain england former slaves ultimately established independent state haiti expelled europeans l ouverture eventually became governor commander in chief haiti recognizing submitting french rule 1801 june 1802 l ouverture arrested french forces taken france imprisoned joux penned autobiography render french government exact account conduct l ouverture died prison april 7 1803 pneumonia although l ouverture died captive french revolution led historically perhaps significant world event opposing slavery precipitated re examination among major european powers well new world of right mankind free self governing john relly beard english minister wrote life toussaint l ouverture published london 1853 ten years later biography re published augmented include l ouverture s 35 page translated autobiography along documents contributions public officials and re published boston reconstituted edition titled toussaint l ouverture biography autobiography introduction james k white p |
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5632 |
6186 |
Passing of the Year |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Passing of the Year by by Robert W. Service. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 18, 2011.<br><br>Robert William Service was a poet and writer who has often been called "the Bard of the Yukon". This poem taken from Rhymes of a Rolling Stone, published in 1912.(Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>I have no doubt at all the Devil grins<br>As seas of ink I spatter.<br>Ye gods, forgive my "literary" sins —<br>The other kind don't matter.(frontispiece)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-passing-of-the-year-by-robert-w-service/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings passing year robert w service fortnightly poetry project december 18 2011 br br robert william service poet writer often called the bard yukon poem taken rhymes rolling stone published 1912 summary wikipedia br br i doubt devil grins br as seas ink spatter br ye gods forgive literary sins br the kind matter frontispiece p |
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5633 |
6187 |
Viuvinha |
José de Alencar |
General Fiction, Romance |
A Viuvinha é um romance de autoria de José de Alencar, escritor brasileiro, publicado em 1857. A obra inclui-se entre os chamados romances urbanos, que retratam os costumes da sociedade carioca do Segundo Reinado. Jorge, um jovem que herdara uma boa fortuna do pai, planeja casar-se com Carolina, uma bela moça que conhecera na igreja. Um dia antes do casamento, porém, ele descobre que a empresa do pai estava falida, em função dos gastos demedidos do rapaz. O suicídio lhe parece a única solução, e a graciosa Carolina é deixada viúva no dia seguinte ao seu próprio casamento.(Resumo escrito por Leni)</p> |
Portuguese |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/a-viuvinha-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
viuvinha é um romance de autoria de josé de alencar escritor brasileiro publicado em 1857 obra inclui se entre os chamados romances urbanos que retratam os costumes da sociedade carioca segundo reinado jorge um jovem que herdara uma boa fortuna pai planeja casar se com carolina uma bela moça que conhecera na igreja um dia antes casamento porém ele descobre que empresa pai estava falida em função dos gastos demedidos rapaz suicídio lhe parece única solução e graciosa carolina é deixada viúva dia seguinte ao seu próprio casamento resumo escrito por leni p |
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5635 |
6189 |
Natural History Volume 3 |
Pliny the Elder |
Animals, Nature, Reference |
<p><i>Naturalis Historia</i> (Latin for "Natural History") is an encyclopedia published circa AD 77-79 by Pliny the Elder. It is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman empire to the modern day and purports to cover the entire field of ancient knowledge, based on the best authorities available to Pliny. The work became a model for all later encyclopedias in terms of the breadth of subject matter examined, the need to reference original authors, and a comprehensive index list of the contents. The scheme of his great work is vast and comprehensive, being nothing short of an encyclopedia of learning and of art so far as they are connected with nature or draw their materials from nature. The work divides neatly into the organic world of plants and animals, and the realm of inorganic matter, although there are frequent digressions in each section. He is especially interested in not just describing the occurrence of plants, animals and insects, but also their exploitation (or abuse) by man, especially Romans. The description of metals and minerals is particularly detailed, and valuable for the history of science as being the most extensive compilation still available from the ancient world. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>This third volume includes books eleven to fifteen, covering the following subjects:<br>Book 11 - The various kinds of insects<br>Book 12 - The natural history of trees<br>Book 13 - The natural history of exotic trees and an account of unguents<br>Book 14 - The natural history of the fruit trees<br>Book 15 - The natural history of the fruit trees<br></br> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-3-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
p i naturalis historia i latin natural history encyclopedia published circa ad 77 79 pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire modern day purports cover entire field ancient knowledge based best authorities available pliny work became model later encyclopedias terms breadth subject matter examined need reference original authors comprehensive index list contents scheme great work vast comprehensive nothing short encyclopedia learning art far connected nature draw materials nature work divides neatly organic world plants animals realm inorganic matter although frequent digressions section especially interested describing occurrence plants animals insects also exploitation or abuse man especially romans description metals minerals particularly detailed valuable history science extensive compilation still available ancient world summary wikipedia br br this third volume includes books eleven fifteen covering following subjects br book 11 various kinds insects br book 12 natural history trees br book 13 natural history exotic trees account unguents br book 14 natural history fruit trees br book 15 natural history fruit trees br br |
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5636 |
6190 |
Feast of Lights |
Emma Lazarus |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), House & Home, Other religions |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Feast of Lights by Emma Lazarus. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 18, 2011.<br><br>Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, is the Jewish festival commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem during the 2nd century BCE.<br>This poem celebrating Hanukkah was written by Emma Lazarus, a Jewish American poet. Emma Lazarus also wrote 'The New Colossus,' a sonnet which is inscribed on a plaque on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-feast-of-lights-by-emma-lazarus/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings feast lights emma lazarus weekly poetry project december 18 2011 br br hanukkah festival lights jewish festival commemorating rededication holy temple jerusalem 2nd century bce br this poem celebrating hanukkah written emma lazarus jewish american poet emma lazarus also wrote the new colossus sonnet inscribed plaque pedestal statue liberty p |
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5637 |
6191 |
Protector |
Harold Bindloss |
General Fiction |
<br />Harold Bindloss, while born in England, based most of his novels in western Canada, and The Protector is based primarily in and around Vancouver and Victoria.\n<br /><br />There is often danger involved in the mining and timber industries north of Vancouver, and there is also danger in the trust given to people who own and operate these mines and timber lands. And finding one's way in locating them can be equally as difficult as well. Wallace Vane and his trusted friend Carroll seemed to encounter these dangers in a seemingly endless journey both for business purposes and for adventure in their search for adequate timber land which they had inadvertently heard of.\n<br /><br />What is the driving force behind Wallace Vane? Did he regret leaving his home country and the people he knew when he left England, therefore had something to prove, but didn't even realize it himself? Was it simply a secret joy that he received whenever he observed the beauty of his adopted country with its mountains, forests, and crystal clear water? Perhaps it was his reasonable success in the lumber industry? Or was it something deeper within him? Something, perhaps, that he didn't even recognize himself? (Introduction by Roger Melin)<br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-protector-by-harold-blindloss/ |
br harold bindloss born england based novels western canada protector based primarily around vancouver victoria br br there often danger involved mining timber industries north vancouver also danger trust given people operate mines timber lands finding one s way locating equally difficult well wallace vane trusted friend carroll seemed encounter dangers seemingly endless journey business purposes adventure search adequate timber land inadvertently heard of br br what driving force behind wallace vane regret leaving home country people knew left england therefore something prove even realize himself simply secret joy received whenever observed beauty adopted country mountains forests crystal clear water perhaps reasonable success lumber industry something deeper within him something perhaps even recognize himself introduction roger melin br br |
| 5677 |
5638 |
6192 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 051 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 051: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-051-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 051 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 5678 |
5639 |
6193 |
Comédie Humaine: 06 - Scènes de la vie de province tome 2 (25-6-42) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de mœurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… (Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-de-province-tome-ii-by-honore-de-balzac-1203/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de mœurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
| 5679 |
5640 |
6194 |
Bible (KJV) 19: Psalms |
King James Version (KJV) |
Poetry, Bibles, King James Version |
The Book of Psalms, commonly referred to simply as Psalms, is a book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Bible. Taken together, its 150 poems "express virtually the full range of Israel's religious faith." They each have a poetic character with frequent use of parallelism. In addition to the title of the collection, which translates as "song" or "hymns" from both Hebrew and Greek, superscriptions (or headings) in many of the Psalms provide musical references and some direction, in some cases even references to melodies that would have been well known by early congregations. Songs that can be identified as such in the Psalms include songs of thanksgiving (e.g., Ps 30), hymns of praise (e.g., Ps 117) and royal psalms, which may have been used in coronations and weddings. Identification of some psalms as prayers is also seen within the text, for example in the conclusion to Psalm 72, "The prayers of David son of Jesse are ended." The largest category of Psalms, though not grouped as such in the text, is that of lament (expressions of complaint and pleas for help from God). There appears to also have been an instructional function of the psalms as seen in their references to the law (e.g., Ps 1 and 119). (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-psalms-king-james-version/ |
book psalms commonly referred simply psalms book hebrew bible christian bible taken together 150 poems express virtually full range israel s religious faith poetic character frequent use parallelism addition title collection translates song hymns hebrew greek superscriptions or headings many psalms provide musical references direction cases even references melodies would well known early congregations songs identified psalms include songs thanksgiving e g ps 30 hymns praise e g ps 117 royal psalms may used coronations weddings identification psalms prayers also seen within text example conclusion psalm 72 the prayers david son jesse ended largest category psalms though grouped text lament expressions complaint pleas help god appears also instructional function psalms seen references law e g ps 1 119 summary wikipedia p |
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5641 |
6195 |
Pit-tah, de Grijze Wolf |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
'Pit-tah, de Grijze Wolf' (White Fang), de opvolger van 'Als de Natuur Roept' (The Call of the Wild), onderzoekt de gewelddadige wereld van de wilde dieren en de al even gewelddadige wereld van de mens. <br />\nLondon volgt het leven van Pit-tah, een wolfshond, vanaf zijn geboorte. Het verhaal is geschreven vanuit de beleving van de hond.</p> |
Dutch |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/pit-tah-de-grijze-wolf-by-jack-london/ |
pit tah de grijze wolf white fang de opvolger van als de natuur roept the call wild onderzoekt de gewelddadige wereld van de wilde dieren en de al even gewelddadige wereld van de mens br london volgt het leven van pit tah een wolfshond vanaf zijn geboorte het verhaal geschreven vanuit de beleving van de hond p |
| 5681 |
5642 |
6196 |
Days with the Great Composers |
May Gillington Byron |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Music |
An imagined day in the life of each composer gives the anonymous author scope to describe each one's work and life, sketchily, of course, but interestingly. (Summary by David Wales) <br><br>\n\n<i>Note: This is a compilation of three books, each describing three composers. The second book - middle three chapters - has no online version as of yet. </i></p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/days-with-the-great-composers-by-may-gillington-byron/ |
imagined day life composer gives anonymous author scope describe one s work life sketchily course interestingly summary david wales br br i note compilation three books describing three composers second book middle three chapters online version yet i p |
| 5682 |
5643 |
6197 |
Seven Who Were Hanged |
Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev |
General Fiction |
"I am very glad that "The Story of the Seven Who Were Hanged" will be read in English. The misfortune of us all is that we know so little, even nothing, about one another—neither about the soul, nor the life, the sufferings, the habits, the inclinations, the aspirations of one another. Literature, which I have the honor to serve, is dear to me just because the noblest task it sets before itself is that of wiping out boundaries and distances."\n-- Leonid Andreyev, in a letter to Herman Bernstein</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-who-were-hanged-by-leonid-nikolayevich-andreyev/ |
i glad the story seven hanged read english misfortune us know little even nothing one another neither soul life sufferings habits inclinations aspirations one another literature honor serve dear noblest task sets wiping boundaries distances leonid andreyev letter herman bernstein p |
| 5683 |
5644 |
6198 |
Padre Ignacio, Or The Song Of Temptation |
Owen Wister |
Historical Fiction, Westerns, *Non-fiction |
Padre Ignacio has been the pastor of California mission Santa Ysabel del Mar for twenty years. In 1855 a stranger rides into the mission bringing news and a spiritual crisis. It's really more of a novella than a novel. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/padre-ignacio-or-the-song-of-temptation-by-owen-wister/ |
padre ignacio pastor california mission santa ysabel del mar twenty years 1855 stranger rides mission bringing news spiritual crisis really novella novel summary david wales p |
| 5684 |
5645 |
6199 |
Mr. Justice Raffles |
E. W. Hornung |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A. J. Raffles is a British gentleman thief of some renown who, in this, the hero's final adventure, ironically demonstrates a sense of morality by teaching a London East End loan shark a lesson. The book was later made into a movie, as well as a British television series. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/mr-justice-raffles-by-e-w-hornung-2/ |
a j raffles british gentleman thief renown who this hero s final adventure ironically demonstrates sense morality teaching london east end loan shark lesson book later made movie well british television series summary cathy barratt p |
| 5685 |
5646 |
6200 |
Cloud of Unknowing |
Anonymous |
Christianity - Other |
The Cloud of Unknowing (Middle English: The Cloude of Unknowyng) is an anonymous work of Christian mysticism written in Middle English in the latter half of the 14th century. The text is a spiritual guide on contemplative prayer in the late Middle Ages. The book counsels a young student to seek God, not through knowledge and intellection (faculty of the human mind), but through intense contemplation, motivated by love, and stripped of all thought. This is brought about by putting all thoughts and desires under a "cloud of forgetting", and thereby piercing God's cloud of unknowing with a "dart of longing love" from the heart. This form of contemplation is not directed by the intellect, but involves spiritual union with God through the heart. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-cloud-of-unknowing-by-anonymous/ |
cloud unknowing middle english cloude unknowyng anonymous work christian mysticism written middle english latter half 14th century text spiritual guide contemplative prayer late middle ages book counsels young student seek god knowledge intellection faculty human mind intense contemplation motivated love stripped thought brought putting thoughts desires cloud forgetting thereby piercing god s cloud unknowing dart longing love heart form contemplation directed intellect involves spiritual union god heart summary wikipedia p |
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5647 |
6201 |
Miss Ashton's New Pupil |
Sarah Stuart Robbins |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, School |
Marion Park, the daughter of missionaries, is sent to Miss Ashton's boarding school. There she meets with many young girls and together they learn not just lessons in German, Logic, Arithmetic, Latin and Rhetoric, but also life lessons of study habits, lady like manners, self control, thoughtfulness of others, truthfulness, and many other character traits. Join these girls of Montrose Academy as they plunge into the adventures of a secret society, fall into a scrape with the boys of Atherton Academy, and plan many Holiday festivities. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/miss-ashtons-new-pupil-by-sarah-stuart-robbins/ |
marion park daughter missionaries sent miss ashton s boarding school meets many young girls together learn lessons german logic arithmetic latin rhetoric also life lessons study habits lady like manners self control thoughtfulness others truthfulness many character traits join girls montrose academy plunge adventures secret society fall scrape boys atherton academy plan many holiday festivities summary abigail rasmussen p |
| 5687 |
5648 |
6202 |
Doctor's Wife |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
This is one of the Victorian “Sensationist” Mary Elizabeth Braddon's many novels (best known among them: “Lady Audley’s Secret”). It is extremely well written, fluid, humorous and, in places, self-mocking: one of the main characters is a Sensation Author. The motifs of the-woman-with-a-secret, adultery, and death are classic “sensationist” material. Yet this is also a self-consciously serious work of literature, taking on various social themes of the day. Specifically, Braddon presents the psychological struggle and cognitive dissonance which are the inevitable plight of the married middle-class woman with a strong sense of self, who is essentially constrained to live the life of her husband. In this, it echoes Flaubert’s “Madame Bovary.”<br /><br />The heroine, Isabel Sleaford, was driven early in her childhood to bury herself in, and develop her sense of self through, romantic novels and poetry. She is thus ill-adapted to the conventional, provincial structures and strictures laid upon her when she marries the very good and adoring, but also boring and unimaginative, Dr. George Gilbert. Isabel forms friendships with men (including her husband's best friend) who are more amenable to her romantic inclinations, and inevitably encounters social condemnation as a result. The book shows how life’s tragedies and the world’s cruel judgments shape Isabel, as she grows more mature, somewhat embittered, but also – true to her nature – beautifully resilient. (Summary by Kirsten Wever) </p> |
English |
1964 |
https://librivox.org/the-doctors-wife-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
one victorian sensationist mary elizabeth braddon s many novels best known among them lady audley s secret extremely well written fluid humorous and places self mocking one main characters sensation author motifs the woman with a secret adultery death classic sensationist material yet also self consciously serious work literature taking various social themes day specifically braddon presents psychological struggle cognitive dissonance inevitable plight married middle class woman strong sense self essentially constrained live life husband this echoes flaubert s madame bovary br br the heroine isabel sleaford driven early childhood bury in develop sense self through romantic novels poetry thus ill adapted conventional provincial structures strictures laid upon marries good adoring also boring unimaginative dr george gilbert isabel forms friendships men including husband s best friend amenable romantic inclinations inevitably encounters social condemnation result book shows life s tragedies world s cruel judgments shape isabel grows mature somewhat embittered also true nature beautifully resilient summary kirsten wever p |
| 5688 |
5660 |
6214 |
Vicar of Wrexhill |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction, Romance |
<br />A villainous vicar insinuates himself into the life of a wealthy but foolish widow, ruining the fortunes and happiness of her three children, until they begin to fight back. Published in 1837 by the mother of the better-known Anthony Trollope, this highly readable romance portrays the evangelical movement of the Anglican church in a shocking light that may remind readers of some of the religious abuses of the present day. (Summary by Angela Rowland) <br /><br /> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicar-of-wrexhill-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
br a villainous vicar insinuates life wealthy foolish widow ruining fortunes happiness three children begin fight back published 1837 mother better known anthony trollope highly readable romance portrays evangelical movement anglican church shocking light may remind readers religious abuses present day summary angela rowland br br |
| 5689 |
8533 |
9154 |
On the Ends of Good and Evil |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Ancient |
On the Ends of Good and Evil (Latin: DE FINIBUS BONORUM ET MALORUM) discusses Skeptic, Epicurean, Stoic, Peripatetic and Academic views on the good life. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero. Translated by Harris Rackham. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
ends good evil latin de finibus bonorum et malorum discusses skeptic epicurean stoic peripatetic academic views good life written marcus tullius cicero translated harris rackham summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 5690 |
5649 |
6203 |
Barbadoes Girl |
Barbara Hofland |
Children's Fiction |
Matilda Sophia Hanson, whose father has recently died in their country of Barbadoes in the West Indies, must live for a time with family friends in England. The Harewood family is astonished at how spoiled, rude, and uneducated the child is. However, with seemingly endless patience and love, they help Matilda work to conquer her bad temper, and become a sensible, good, and well-informed young lady. This story reminds children and adults alike, though you have many battles with yourself, you must never relinquish hope and be assured you will find every victory easier than the last. When you find pride rising in your heart, think on your ignorance and it will make you humble. When you are inclined to be angry, remember the kindness of those around you and it will make you bear with the present vexation. If at any time you are frustrated in any pursuit, remember, although you have many faults, you have some merit also, and may therefore reasonably hope to attain more. (Summary by Chieko Steely)<p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-barbadoes-girl-by-barbara-hofland/ |
matilda sophia hanson whose father recently died country barbadoes west indies must live time family friends england harewood family astonished spoiled rude uneducated child is however seemingly endless patience love help matilda work conquer bad temper become sensible good well informed young lady story reminds children adults alike though many battles yourself must never relinquish hope assured find every victory easier last find pride rising heart think ignorance make humble inclined angry remember kindness around make bear present vexation time frustrated pursuit remember although many faults merit also may therefore reasonably hope attain more summary chieko steely p |
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5650 |
6204 |
Jennie Gerhardt |
Theodore Dreiser |
Published 1900 onward |
This is a story of an innocent, caring, beautiful young girl from and extremely poor family who throughout her life is drawn into affairs with two different men from a much higher social class. How members of her family, the family of one of the wealthy men, and society in general react to her situation is the basis of this story. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/jennie-gerhardt-by-theodore-dreiser/ |
story innocent caring beautiful young girl extremely poor family throughout life drawn affairs two different men much higher social class members family family one wealthy men society general react situation basis story summary richard kilmer p |
| 5692 |
5651 |
6205 |
Wampir |
Wladyslaw Reymont |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Główny bohater, poeta Zenon, jest emigrantem z Polski, który osiedlił się w Londynie. Tam znajduje stabilizację życiową oraz piękną narzeczoną Betsy. Jego życie komplikuje się w chwili, gdy pod wpływem przyjaciela ulega tajemnicom spirytyzmu. Poznaje hinduskiego guru oraz piękną i tajemniczą Daisy. Zafascynowany nią, coraz bardziej ulega jej urokowi. Za jej pośrednictwem kontaktuje się z duchami oraz staje się świadkiem satanistycznych rytuałów. Jego sytuacja jeszcze bardziej się komplikuje, gdy do Londynu przybywa dawna jego ukochana Ada. (Wikipedia)</p> |
Polish |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/wampir-by-wladyslaw-reymont/ |
główny bohater poeta zenon jest emigrantem z polski który osiedlił się w londynie tam znajduje stabilizację życiową oraz piękną narzeczoną betsy jego życie komplikuje się w chwili gdy pod wpływem przyjaciela ulega tajemnicom spirytyzmu poznaje hinduskiego guru oraz piękną tajemniczą daisy zafascynowany nią coraz bardziej ulega jej urokowi za jej pośrednictwem kontaktuje się z duchami oraz staje się świadkiem satanistycznych rytuałów jego sytuacja jeszcze bardziej się komplikuje gdy londynu przybywa dawna jego ukochana ada wikipedia p |
| 5693 |
5652 |
6206 |
At the End of the Feast |
Anonymous |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of At the End of the Feast by Anonymous.<br>A traditional English Christmas Carol, first published in New Christmas Carols in 1642.<br>This poem was the Weekly Poetry Project for the week beginning December 25th 2011. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p>\n |
English |
1642 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-end-of-the-feast-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings end feast anonymous br a traditional english christmas carol first published new christmas carols 1642 br this poem weekly poetry project week beginning december 25th 2011 summary lucy perry p |
| 5694 |
5653 |
6207 |
Sign of Silence |
William Le Queux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<br />Edward Royle is the head of a well-known chemical manufacturer in England, which he has inherited. He is engaged to the daughter of his father’s former partner, Phrida Shand, who lives with her mother. One night he is asked by his friend, Sir Digby Kemsley – a very famous railroad engineer, to come to his flat to discuss something although Kemsley is quite mysterious on the telephone. Royle visits, then returns home only to be summoned again by Kemsley, this time imploring him to return at once. Royle finds a gentleman in Kemsley’s place who is clearly not Kemsley, or is he? Kemsley asks Royle to trust him but that night, a young woman is murdered at Kemsley’s flat. Kemsley has disappeared. Royle discovers that his fiancé was in Kemsley’s flat at the time of the murder and is obviously hiding something. Once again, Le Queux takes us through a maze of intrigue and locations in Europe. (Summary by Tom Weiss) <br /><br /> |
English |
195 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-silence-by-william-le-queux/ |
br edward royle head well known chemical manufacturer england inherited engaged daughter father s former partner phrida shand lives mother one night asked friend sir digby kemsley famous railroad engineer come flat discuss something although kemsley quite mysterious telephone royle visits returns home summoned kemsley time imploring return once royle finds gentleman kemsley s place clearly kemsley he kemsley asks royle trust night young woman murdered kemsley s flat kemsley disappeared royle discovers fiancé kemsley s flat time murder obviously hiding something again le queux takes us maze intrigue locations europe summary tom weiss br br |
| 5695 |
5654 |
6208 |
Short Poetry Collection 104 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-104-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers january 2012 br br |
| 5696 |
5661 |
6215 |
Ozma of Oz (version 3) |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure, General |
Ozma of Oz: A Record of Her Adventures with Dorothy Gale of Kansas, the Yellow Hen, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, Tiktok, the Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger; Besides Other Good People too Numerous to Mention Faithfully Recorded Herein published on July 30, 1907, was the third book of L. Frank Baum's Oz series. It was the first in which Baum was clearly intending a series of Oz books. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ozma-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
ozma oz record adventures dorothy gale kansas yellow hen scarecrow tin woodman tiktok cowardly lion hungry tiger besides good people numerous mention faithfully recorded herein published july 30 1907 third book l frank baum s oz series first baum clearly intending series oz books summary wikipedia p |
| 5697 |
5655 |
6209 |
Adventures of Jerry Muskrat (dramatic reading) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Dramatic Readings, Animals & Nature |
Join us as we follow Jerry Muskrat and his friends on an adventure to discover what is threatening their homeland, Laughing Brook and Smiling Pool. (Summary by Linette Geisel) <br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narration: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Jerry Muskrat: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Peter Rabbit: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Billy Mink: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>Mother Muskrat: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>Bobby Coon: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Mr. Coon: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6320">Glenn Previtera</a><br>Grandfather Frog: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br>Little Joe Otter: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6911">Nicky Rivera</a><br>Farmer Brown's boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>Mr. Redwing: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Spotty the Turtle: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Ol' Mistah Buzzard: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6032">Beverly Scott</a><br>Paddy the Beaver: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5796">Linette Geisel</a><br></p>This project was proof listened by Linette Geisel and Marty Kris.<br><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-jerry-muskrat-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
join us follow jerry muskrat friends adventure discover threatening homeland laughing brook smiling pool summary linette geisel br br strong cast strong br p narration a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6035 marty kris a br jerry muskrat a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5717 phil chenevert a br peter rabbit a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3615 lucy perry a br billy mink a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6130 chyanne donnell a br mother muskrat a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5796 linette geisel a br bobby coon a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4744 amy gramour a br mr coon a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6320 glenn previtera a br grandfather frog a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br little joe otter a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6911 nicky rivera a br farmer brown s boy a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6130 chyanne donnell a br mr redwing a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7040 chris marcellus a br spotty turtle a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br ol mistah buzzard a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6032 beverly scott a br paddy beaver a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4738 leonard wilson a br br strong audio edited by strong a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5796 linette geisel a br p this project proof listened linette geisel marty kris br br |
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5656 |
6210 |
Orange-Yellow Diamond |
J. S. Fletcher |
Dramatic Readings, Detective Fiction |
A novelist finds himself struggling to make ends meet. In his effort to raise a bit of money to get him by, he finds himself in the middle of a mystery. Murder, theft, and love, all the ingredients for a wonderful reading. Please note: There is some stereotyping of ethnic groups however it is presented without malice but rather a sign of the times. (Summary by Linette Geisel)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNarrator (chapter 1-5): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>Narrator (chapter 6 onwards): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Andrew Lauriston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Mrs. Flitwick (landlady); Grayson, Mr. Levendales butler and Scotland Yard Official: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mr. Melchior (Melky) Rubinstein; Martin James Gardiner, turf commission agent and Man from tea room: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Zillah Wildrose: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Mrs. Goldmark and Chinese man 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7218">MJ Franck</a><br>Detective Ayscough: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Doctor and Coroner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Inspector, Superior Official and Chief Official: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>John Purdie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Coffee shop girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mr. Spencer Levendale: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Second police officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Third police officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Benjamin Hollinshaw (Shop owner): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Mr. Parminter, lawyer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7188">Marty</a><br>Mr. Goodyer, landlord to Parslett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Miss Elsie Bennett, Governess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Mr. Penniket, sollicitor and Chang Li: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6035">Marty Kris</a><br>Stuyvesant Guyler, a New York man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>Dr. Mirandolet; Stephen Purvis and Elder Pilmansey: <a href="7150">asterix</a><br>Dr. John Sperling-Lawson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7270">Seepferdchen</a><br>Mr. Killick, retired solicitor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Mr. John Purvis, brother of Stephen Purvis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Dr. Pittery - Young surgeon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7434">Emily Feuka</a><br>Mr. Mori Yada: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>George, mortuary night watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Cab driver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>Hotel servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7111">MichaelH-S</a><br>Younger Pilmansey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Chinese Man 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br><br>\nEdited by: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><BR>\nCoordinated by: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a> and\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><BR><BR> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-orange-yellow-diamond-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
novelist finds struggling make ends meet effort raise bit money get by finds middle mystery murder theft love ingredients wonderful reading please note stereotyping ethnic groups however presented without malice rather sign times summary linette geisel br br cast list br narrator chapter 1 5 a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br narrator chapter 6 onwards a href http librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br andrew lauriston a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br mrs flitwick landlady grayson mr levendales butler scotland yard official a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr melchior melky rubinstein martin james gardiner turf commission agent man tea room a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br zillah wildrose a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mrs goldmark chinese man 2 a href http librivox org reader 7218 mj franck a br detective ayscough a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br doctor coroner a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br inspector superior official chief official a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br john purdie a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br coffee shop girl a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mr spencer levendale a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br second police officer a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br third police officer a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br benjamin hollinshaw shop owner a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br mr parminter lawyer a href http librivox org reader 7188 marty a br mr goodyer landlord parslett a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br miss elsie bennett governess a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br mr penniket sollicitor chang li a href http librivox org reader 6035 marty kris a br stuyvesant guyler new york man a href http librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br dr mirandolet stephen purvis elder pilmansey a href 7150 asterix a br dr john sperling lawson a href http librivox org reader 7270 seepferdchen a br mr killick retired solicitor a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br mr john purvis brother stephen purvis a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br dr pittery young surgeon a href http librivox org reader 7434 emily feuka a br mr mori yada a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br george mortuary night watchman a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br waiter a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br cab driver a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br hotel servant a href http librivox org reader 7111 michaelh s a br younger pilmansey a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br chinese man 1 a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br br edited by a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href http librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br coordinated by a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href http librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br br |
| 5699 |
5657 |
6211 |
Speaking Voice |
Katherine Jewell Everts |
Poetry, Literary Collections, Self-Help |
<br />From the Preface of <i>The Speaking Voice: principles of training simplified and condensed</i>: "This book offers a method of voice training which is the result of a deliberate effort to simplify and condense, for general use, the principles which are fundamental to all recognized systems of vocal instruction. It contains practical directions accompanied by simple and fundamental exercises, first for the freeing of the voice and then for developing it when free."<br /><br />Parts I and II of the book comprise advice on vocal production and techniques, while some chapters in Part III provide detailed guidance on the vocal interpretation of various literary genres, including the essay, various types of poetry, short stories, dramatic monologues and plays. Some chapters comprise mainly examples for practice, and include complete poems and stories.<br /><br />The reader has endeavoured to follow the author's instructions, but makes no guarantee as to her success, especially in the poetic realm.<br /><br /> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-speaking-voice-by-katherine-jewell-everts/ |
br from preface i the speaking voice principles training simplified condensed i this book offers method voice training result deliberate effort simplify condense general use principles fundamental recognized systems vocal instruction contains practical directions accompanied simple fundamental exercises first freeing voice developing free br br parts ii book comprise advice vocal production techniques chapters part iii provide detailed guidance vocal interpretation various literary genres including essay various types poetry short stories dramatic monologues plays chapters comprise mainly examples practice include complete poems stories br br the reader endeavoured follow author s instructions makes guarantee success especially poetic realm br br |
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5658 |
6212 |
Selected Public Domain Poems |
John Masefield |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Poetry, Philosophy |
<br />Maritime and metaphysical verse by John Masefield, English poet and author, Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1930 until his death. (Summary by Liam Neely) <br /><br /> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/selected-public-domain-poems-by-john-masefield/ |
br maritime metaphysical verse john masefield english poet author poet laureate united kingdom 1930 death summary liam neely br br |
| 5701 |
5659 |
6213 |
Confucian Analects |
Confucius 孔子 |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Analects, or Lunyu (simplified Chinese: 论语; traditional Chinese: 論語; pinyin: Lún Yǔ; literally "Classified/Ordered Sayings"), also known as the Analects of Confucius, are considered a record of the words and acts of the central Chinese thinker and philosopher Confucius and his disciples, as well as the discussions they held. Written during the Spring and Autumn Period through the Warring States Period (ca. 475 BC - 221 BC), the Analects is the representative work of Confucianism and continues to have a substantial influence on Chinese and East Asian thought and values today. <br /><br />James Legge (Chinese: 理雅各; December 20, 1815 – November 29, 1897) was a noted Scottish sinologist, a Scottish Congregationalist, representative of the London Missionary Society in Malacca and Hong Kong (1840–1873), and first professor of Chinese at Oxford University (1876–1897). In association with Max Müller he prepared the monumental Sacred Books of the East series, published in 50 volumes between 1879 and 1891. (Summary by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/confucian-analects-by-confucius/ |
analects lunyu simplified chinese 论语 traditional chinese 論語 pinyin lún yǔ literally classified ordered sayings also known analects confucius considered record words acts central chinese thinker philosopher confucius disciples well discussions held written spring autumn period warring states period ca 475 bc 221 bc analects representative work confucianism continues substantial influence chinese east asian thought values today br br james legge chinese 理雅各 december 20 1815 november 29 1897 noted scottish sinologist scottish congregationalist representative london missionary society malacca hong kong 1840 1873 first professor chinese oxford university 1876 1897 association max müller prepared monumental sacred books east series published 50 volumes 1879 1891 summary wikipedia p |
| 5702 |
5677 |
6231 |
Kepler |
Walter W. Bryant |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This biography of Johannes Kepler begins with an account of what the world of astronomy was like before his time, then proceeds to a look at his early years. Two chapters deal with his working relationship with Tycho Brahe. These are followed by a look at Kepler's laws and his last years. (Summary by Bill Boerst) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/kepler-by-walter-w-bryant/ |
biography johannes kepler begins account world astronomy like time proceeds look early years two chapters deal working relationship tycho brahe followed look kepler s laws last years summary bill boerst p |
| 5703 |
5662 |
6216 |
Visionary |
Emily Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of "The Visionary" by Ellis Bell (Emily Brontë). This was the weekly poem for January 1, 2012.<br/><br/>\n\nThe first 12 lines originally appeared in one of a large group of Gondal poems, the word coming from the name of a fictitious island kingdom in a fantasy created by Emily and her sister Anne. When Emily finally consented to have some of her poems published in 1846, along with those of sisters Charlotte and Anne, she selected parts of the Gondal poems and removed all reference to the fantasy land. However, this poem first appeared in a new, expanded edition of the sisters' poetry (in 1850, after both Emily and Anne had died) and was apparently derived as follows:<br/><br/>\n\n"The Visionary (October 9, 1845)\nThis poem is part of the same Gondal poem from which Emily carved "The Prisoner. A Fragment." Charlotte Brontë took lines 1-12 of Emily's original poem, "Julian M. and A.G Rochelle," and added 8 lines of her own. Thus, the positive ending in which the watcher has a spiritual experience is Charlotte's and the watcher may be seen as Emily rather than a Gondal character. In Charlotte's version, it is hard to explain the guiding light in the window of stanze 2."\n<a >(Source)</a><br/><br/>\n\nThis account is fully supported by other sources. So the poem, as it was published in 1850, is a combination of work by Emily and Charlotte. Charlotte is accused by critics of using a heavy hand in editing some of Emily's formerly unpublished poems for the 1850 volume. (Introduction by Leonard Wilson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-visionary-by-ellis-bell-emily-bronte/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings the visionary ellis bell emily brontë weekly poem january 1 2012 br br first 12 lines originally appeared one large group gondal poems word coming name fictitious island kingdom fantasy created emily sister anne emily finally consented poems published 1846 along sisters charlotte anne selected parts gondal poems removed reference fantasy land however poem first appeared new expanded edition sisters poetry in 1850 emily anne died apparently derived follows br br the visionary october 9 1845 poem part gondal poem emily carved the prisoner fragment charlotte brontë took lines 1 12 emily s original poem julian m a g rochelle added 8 lines own thus positive ending watcher spiritual experience charlotte s watcher may seen emily rather gondal character charlotte s version hard explain guiding light window stanze 2 a source a br br account fully supported sources poem published 1850 combination work emily charlotte charlotte accused critics using heavy hand editing emily s formerly unpublished poems 1850 volume introduction leonard wilson br br |
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5663 |
6217 |
Orthodoxy (Version 2) |
G. K. Chesterton |
Christianity - Other |
Orthodoxy is a book that has become a classic of Christian apologetics. In the book's preface Chesterton states the purpose is to "attempt an explanation, not of whether the Christian faith can be believed, but of how he personally has come to believe it." In it, Chesterton presents an original view of the Christian religion. He sees it as the answer to natural human needs, the "answer to a riddle" in his own words, and not simply as an arbitrary truth received from somewhere outside the boundaries of human experience. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/orthodoxy-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
orthodoxy book become classic christian apologetics book s preface chesterton states purpose attempt explanation whether christian faith believed personally come believe it it chesterton presents original view christian religion sees answer natural human needs answer riddle words simply arbitrary truth received somewhere outside boundaries human experience summary wikipedia p |
| 5705 |
5664 |
6218 |
Book of Stories for the Storyteller |
Fanny Coe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This group project is a collection of 43 fairy tales (both old and new), folk lore, myths and real life stories by a variety of authors, brought together by writer Fanny E Coe. They are mostly short and are fun to read and tell to children and most teach valuable lessons about life. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) <p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-stories-for-the-storyteller-by-various/ |
group project collection 43 fairy tales both old new folk lore myths real life stories variety authors brought together writer fanny e coe mostly short fun read tell children teach valuable lessons life summary phil chenevert p |
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5665 |
6219 |
Anticipations |
H. G. Wells |
Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology |
Wells considered this book one of his most important, a natural follow-up to such works as his Man of the Year Million and The Time Machine. His goal was to get people to think and act in new ways. The book starts with a look at how humans get along socially and how they carry out their business ventures. It then discusses how these elements influence others, such as politics, the world of work, and education. H. G. tried to make clear how the current social order was disintegrating without preparing another to take its place. He then traced the roots of democracy, which in its present state he saw as unworkable. Instead, he proposed a new republic. He also critiqued modern warfare. (Summary by Bill Boerst) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/anticipations-by-h-g-wells/ |
wells considered book one important natural follow up works man year million time machine goal get people think act new ways book starts look humans get along socially carry business ventures discusses elements influence others politics world work education h g tried make clear current social order disintegrating without preparing another take place traced roots democracy present state saw unworkable instead proposed new republic also critiqued modern warfare summary bill boerst |
| 5707 |
5666 |
6220 |
Fenton's Quest |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
This story revolves around Gilbert Fenton, a very talented middle class businessman from London, who falls in love with a beautiful country woman far below his station. He decides to marry her anyway. But is she all that she seems? <BR>(Summary by Stav Nisser.)<p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/fentons-quest-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
story revolves around gilbert fenton talented middle class businessman london falls love beautiful country woman far station decides marry anyway seems br summary stav nisser p |
| 5708 |
5667 |
6221 |
Dream of the Red Chamber Book I |
Xueqin Cao |
Literary Fiction |
<em>The Dream of the Red Chamber</em> (also known as <em>The Story of the Stone</em>) is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of China, and considered the greatest of them all. Almost 40 main characters and some 500 minor characters tell the fortunes of the Chia family; the book details mainly the life of Chia Pao-yü, the heir apparent, who is described as very intelligent, but also as carefree and self-indulging. The already wealthy Chia family rises to new heights when Pao-yü's elder sister becomes an imperial consort. On her first visit home, a lush garden is built, where much of the rest of the story takes place. The intrigues surrounding Pao-yü and his cousins, especially Lin Tai-yü who he loves, and Hsüeh Pao-ch'ai who he is finally tricked into marrying, make up a large part of the story. The decline of the Chia family begins with the death of the imperial consort, and when they fall into disfavour with the emperor, their mansions and the garden are eventually destroyed. <br><br>\nThe whole book has 120 chapters, only 80 of which were written by Cao Xueqin before his death in 1764. Cheng Weiyuan and Gao E claimed to have access to Cao's papers, and published what is now known as the Cheng-Gao version in 1791. Henry Bencraft Joly translated only part of the book written by Cao. Book I contains the first 24 chapters, Book II ends abruptly with chapter 56; a Book III was never published.</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-of-the-red-chamber-book-i-by-xueqin-cao/ |
em the dream red chamber em also known em the story stone em one four great classical novels china considered greatest all almost 40 main characters 500 minor characters tell fortunes chia family book details mainly life chia pao yü heir apparent described intelligent also carefree self indulging already wealthy chia family rises new heights pao yü s elder sister becomes imperial consort first visit home lush garden built much rest story takes place intrigues surrounding pao yü cousins especially lin tai yü loves hsüeh pao ch ai finally tricked marrying make large part story decline chia family begins death imperial consort fall disfavour emperor mansions garden eventually destroyed br br whole book 120 chapters 80 written cao xueqin death 1764 cheng weiyuan gao e claimed access cao s papers published known cheng gao version 1791 henry bencraft joly translated part book written cao book contains first 24 chapters book ii ends abruptly chapter 56 book iii never published p |
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5668 |
6222 |
History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 5, Chapter 25) |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is volume 5, chapter 25 of a series of books written by the Baron Macaulay (1800-1859) and published after his death.\n\nTo quote from the preface - 'I HAVE thought it right to publish that portion of the continuation of the "History of England" which was fairly transcribed and revised by Lord Macaulay. It is given to the world precisely as it was left: no connecting link has been added; no reference verified; no authority sought for or examined. It would indeed have been possible, with the help I might have obtained from his friends, to have supplied much that is wanting; but I preferred, and I believe the public will prefer, that the last thoughts of the great mind passed away from among us should be preserved sacred from any touch but his own. Besides the revised manuscript, a few pages containing the first rough sketch of the last two months of William's reign are all that is left. From this I have with some difficulty deciphered the account of the death of William. No attempt has been made to join it on to the preceding part, or to supply the corrections which would have been given by the improving hand of the author. But, imperfect as it must be, I believe it will be received with pleasure and interest as a fit conclusion to the life of his great hero.'</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-accession-of-james-ii-volume-5-chapter-25-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
volume 5 chapter 25 series books written baron macaulay 1800 1859 published death quote preface i thought right publish portion continuation history england fairly transcribed revised lord macaulay given world precisely left connecting link added reference verified authority sought examined would indeed possible help might obtained friends supplied much wanting preferred believe public prefer last thoughts great mind passed away among us preserved sacred touch own besides revised manuscript pages containing first rough sketch last two months william s reign left difficulty deciphered account death william attempt made join preceding part supply corrections would given improving hand author but imperfect must be believe received pleasure interest fit conclusion life great hero p |
| 5710 |
11799 |
12483 |
Suppressed Poems |
Friedrich Schiller |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by German classical poet Friedrich Schiller. These poems have all been suppressed in the past for different reasons. Some of these reasons are evident, others less so. All of the poems are very interesting to read and to listen to. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/suppressed-poems-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
collection poems german classical poet friedrich schiller poems suppressed past different reasons reasons evident others less so poems interesting read listen to summary carolin |
| 5711 |
5669 |
6223 |
Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East, volume 1 |
Rustichello da Pisa |
Exploration |
<br></br>"Books of the Marvels of the World" or "Description of the World" (Divisament dou monde), also nicknamed "Il Milione" ("The Million") or "Oriente Poliano", but commonly called "The Travels of Marco Polo", is a 13th-century travelogue written down by Rustichello da Pisa from stories told by Marco Polo, describing the travels of the latter through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291.It's been a very famous and popular book since the 14th century, creating the image of Marco Polo as the icon of the bold traveller. Presenting Marco Polo as an important figure at the court of the Mongol leader Kublai Khan, the book was written in Old French by Rustichello da Pisa, a romance author of the time, who was reportedly working from accounts which he had heard from Marco Polo when they were imprisoned in Genoa, having been captured while on a ship.<br><br>This audiobook in two volumes uses the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yule's translation, revised by Henri Cordier. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leni)<br></br> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of--marco-polo-1-by-rustichello-da-pisa/ |
br br books marvels world description world divisament dou monde also nicknamed il milione the million oriente poliano commonly called the travels marco polo 13th century travelogue written rustichello da pisa stories told marco polo describing travels latter asia persia china indonesia 1271 1291 it s famous popular book since 14th century creating image marco polo icon bold traveller presenting marco polo important figure court mongol leader kublai khan book written old french rustichello da pisa romance author time reportedly working accounts heard marco polo imprisoned genoa captured ship br br this audiobook two volumes uses 1903 third edition sir henry yule s translation revised henri cordier summary adapted wikipedia leni br br |
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5670 |
6224 |
热风 (Hot Wind) |
Xun Lu |
Essays & Short Works |
《热风》是鲁迅的第一本杂文集,收录了41篇他于1918-1924年间发表的短文。这些文章长短不一,题材广泛,灵活多变,风格辛辣尖锐,大大发展重塑了杂文这一文学体裁,在新文化运动中起了重要作用。<BR><BR>\nThis is the first collection of short essays/commentaries by Lu Xun. It contains 41 articles he published between 1918-1924. Sharp, poignant, varying vastly on their topic, length, and style, these articles redefined the genre of "essay" in Chinese literature, as well as played an important part in the new cultural movement. (Summary by Jing Li)</p> |
Chinese |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/hot-wind-by-lu-xun/ |
热风 是鲁迅的第一本杂文集 收录了41篇他于1918 1924年间发表的短文 这些文章长短不一 题材广泛 灵活多变 风格辛辣尖锐 大大发展重塑了杂文这一文学体裁 在新文化运动中起了重要作用 br br first collection short essays commentaries lu xun contains 41 articles published 1918 1924 sharp poignant varying vastly topic length style articles redefined genre essay chinese literature well played important part new cultural movement summary jing li p |
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5671 |
6225 |
Tell Us Another! Stories That Never Grow Old |
Winfrid Herbst |
Religion, Short works |
A collection of 65 little stories for the Catholic child (and adult), designed to captivatingly teach the truths and morals of the faith. This is the companion volume to "Just Stories" by the same author. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/tell-us-another-stories-that-never-grow-old-by-winfrid-herbst/ |
collection 65 little stories catholic child and adult designed captivatingly teach truths morals faith companion volume just stories author summary maria therese p |
| 5714 |
5672 |
6226 |
Beatrice |
H. Rider Haggard |
Romance |
Beatrice is a lonely twenty-two year old woman. After saving Geoffrey's life, they fall in love. However, Geoffrey is married. In addition, a local rich land owner wants to marry the beautiful Beatrice. This is a romance by the author of King Solomon's Mines, Allen Quatermain, and She." (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/beatrice-by-henry-rider-haggard/ |
beatrice lonely twenty two year old woman saving geoffrey s life fall love however geoffrey married addition local rich land owner wants marry beautiful beatrice romance author king solomon s mines allen quatermain she summary stav nisser p |
| 5715 |
5673 |
6227 |
On Generation and Corruption |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Nature |
On Generation and Corruption (Ancient Greek: Περὶ γενέσεως καὶ φθορᾶς, Latin: De Generatione et Corruptione, also known as On Coming to Be and Passing Away) is a treatise by Aristotle. Like many of his texts, it is both scientific and philosophic (although not necessarily scientific in the modern sense). The philosophy, though, is essentially empirical; as in all Aristotle's works, the deductions made about the unexperienced and unobservable are based on observations and real experiences. The question raised at the beginning of the text builds on an idea from Aristotle's earlier work The Physics. Namely, whether things come into being through causes, through some prime material, or whether everything is generated purely through "alteration." From this important work Aristotle gives us two of his most remembered contributions. First, the Four Causes and also the Four Elements (earth, wind, fire and water). (Summary Adapted from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/on-generation-and-corruption-by-aristotle/ |
generation corruption ancient greek περὶ γενέσεως καὶ φθορᾶς latin de generatione et corruptione also known coming passing away treatise aristotle like many texts scientific philosophic although necessarily scientific modern sense philosophy though essentially empirical aristotle s works deductions made unexperienced unobservable based observations real experiences question raised beginning text builds idea aristotle s earlier work physics namely whether things come causes prime material whether everything generated purely alteration important work aristotle gives us two remembered contributions first four causes also four elements earth wind fire water summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 5716 |
5674 |
6228 |
Brown Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Animals & Nature |
Andrew Lang’s Brown Fairy Book (1904) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was one of many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang’s Fairy Books. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-brown-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
andrew lang s brown fairy book 1904 beautifully produced illustrated edition fairy tales become classic one many collections fairy tales collectively known andrew lang s fairy books summary wikipedia p |
| 5717 |
5675 |
6229 |
Torah (JPSA) 02: Exodus |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles, Other religions |
The second book of the Pentateuch - Exodus. Presented according to weekly parshah.<br/>Praised are You, Adonai, Our G-d, ruler of the Universe, who has made us holy with commandments and commanded us to engage in the study of Torah. (Introduction by Linette Geisel & traditional prayer. Parshat descriptions provided by Wikipedia) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/exodus-jpsa/ |
second book pentateuch exodus presented according weekly parshah br praised you adonai g d ruler universe made us holy commandments commanded us engage study torah introduction linette geisel traditional prayer parshat descriptions provided wikipedia |
| 5718 |
5676 |
6230 |
Giaour |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Poetry, Romance |
"The Giaour" is a poem by Lord Byron first published in 1813 and the first in the series of his Oriental romances. "The Giaour" proved to be a great success when published, consolidating Byron's reputation critically and commercially. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1813 |
https://librivox.org/the-giaour-by-lord-byron/ |
the giaour poem lord byron first published 1813 first series oriental romances the giaour proved great success published consolidating byron s reputation critically commercially summary wikipedia p |
| 5719 |
5678 |
6232 |
Summa Theologica - 04 Pars Prima, On Man |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<br>The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>This is part five of six parts of the Pars Prima, consisting of the Treatise on Man.<br><br> |
English |
1300 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-04-pars-prima-on-man-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
br the summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br this part five six parts pars prima consisting treatise man br br |
| 5720 |
5679 |
6233 |
Schmied seines Glückes |
Gottfried Keller |
General Fiction |
"Der Schmied seines Glückes" ist eine weitere amüsante Novelle aus Seldwyla. Johannes Kabis, der sich selbst John Kabys nennt, weil dies fremdartiger und glückhafter klingt, ist der Meinung, dass der rechte Mann ruhig, mit nur wenigen Meisterschlägen sein Glück zu schmieden habe. Das scheint ihm selbst auch nach anfänglichen Schwierigkeiten und Rückschlägen recht gut zu gelingen. Doch wie weit man sein Glück tatsächlich planen und schmieden kann, und was am Ende wirklich das Glück bedeutet, muss er erst noch erfahren.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/der-schmied-seines-gluckes-by-gottfried-keller/ |
der schmied seines glückes ist eine weitere amüsante novelle aus seldwyla johannes kabis der sich selbst john kabys nennt weil dies fremdartiger und glückhafter klingt ist der meinung dass der rechte mann ruhig mit nur wenigen meisterschlägen sein glück zu schmieden habe das scheint ihm selbst auch nach anfänglichen schwierigkeiten und rückschlägen recht gut zu gelingen doch wie weit man sein glück tatsächlich planen und schmieden kann und ende wirklich das glück bedeutet muss er erst noch erfahren zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 5721 |
5680 |
6235 |
Lady from Nowhere |
Fergus Hume |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A mysterious woman is found murdered in a yellow boudoir. Who is she and where does she come from? Detective Absalom Gebb is on the case. (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-from-nowhere-by-fergus-hume/ |
mysterious woman found murdered yellow boudoir come from detective absalom gebb case introduction maryann p |
| 5722 |
5681 |
6236 |
O Hollow Hollow Hollow |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of O Hollow Hollow Hollow by W.S. Gilbert. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 8, 2012.<br><br>Here is a poem by the "fleshly" poet, Bunthorne, from the opera Patience, by Gilbert and Sullivan. Who better to introduce it than the poet himself:<br><br>BUNTHORNE. It is a wild, weird, fleshy thing; yet very tender, very\nyearning, very precious. It is called, "Oh, Hollow! Hollow! \nHollow!"<br>PATIENCE Is it a hunting song?<br>BUNTHORNE. A hunting song? No, it is not a hunting song. It is the\nwail of the poet's heart on discovering that everything is\ncommonplace. To understand it, cling passionately to one another\nand think of faint lilies.<br><br>Bunthorne was considered to have been modelled on Oscar Wilde, but more recent reseach has suggested that this claim is not correct. ( Summary by Algy Pug )</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/o-hollow-hollow-hollow-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings hollow hollow hollow w s gilbert weekly poetry project january 8 2012 br br here poem fleshly poet bunthorne opera patience gilbert sullivan better introduce poet himself br br bunthorne wild weird fleshy thing yet tender yearning precious called oh hollow hollow hollow br patience hunting song br bunthorne hunting song no hunting song wail poet s heart discovering everything commonplace understand it cling passionately one another think faint lilies br br bunthorne considered modelled oscar wilde recent reseach suggested claim correct summary algy pug p |
| 5723 |
5682 |
6237 |
Señor de Bembibre |
Enrique Gil y Carrasco |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Don Álvaro, señor de Bembibre, se ve correspondido en su amor por doña Beatriz, hija de don Alonso señor de Arganza. Pero éste ha decidido dar en matrimonio a su hija única y heredera al conde de Lemus. Doña Beatriz promete a don Álvaro que, antes que casarse con el conde de Lemus, hará todo lo posible por ingresar en el convento. Don Álvaro acude a su tío, su tutor y maestre de los templarios, en un momento en que se aproxima la completa ruina de la orden del Temple y a la que se añaden los rumores que circulan sobre ellos: el Papa los ha excomulgado en Francia y los templarios están presos a la espera del castigo. El tío de don Álvaro le aconseja hablar con el abad de Carracedo, confesor de los señores de Arganza. El abad se muestra disponible a ayudar a don Álvaro a condición que se aparte de la alianza de los templarios. El abad le lleva a una ventana desde la que se divisan las ruinas de la ciudad romana de Berdigum y le aconseja que vaya allí, en medio del silencio de la noche, y pregunte a las ruinas por la grandeza de sus señores, que no dejarán de darle respuesta los silbidos del viento y el aullido del lobo... (Resumen por Tux) <br/><br/>Enrique Gil y Carrasco (Villafranca del Bierzo (León), 15 de julio de 1816 - Berlín (Alemania), 22 de febrero de 1845) fue un escritor romántico español. Es recordado fundamentalmente por la novela romántica historicista El Señor de Bembibre (1843), obra maestra de la prosa romántica de ficción española, que sigue el modelo de la novelística de Walter Scott. (Introducción de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/el-senor-de-bembibre-by-enrique-gil-y-carrasco/ |
álvaro señor de bembibre se correspondido en su amor por doña beatriz hija de alonso señor de arganza pero éste ha decidido dar en matrimonio su hija única heredera al conde de lemus doña beatriz promete álvaro que antes que casarse con el conde de lemus hará todo lo posible por ingresar en el convento álvaro acude su tío su tutor maestre de los templarios en un momento en que se aproxima la completa ruina de la orden del temple la que se añaden los rumores que circulan sobre ellos el papa los ha excomulgado en francia los templarios están presos la espera del castigo el tío de álvaro le aconseja hablar con el abad de carracedo confesor de los señores de arganza el abad se muestra disponible ayudar álvaro condición que se aparte de la alianza de los templarios el abad le lleva una ventana desde la que se divisan las ruinas de la ciudad romana de berdigum le aconseja que vaya allí en medio del silencio de la noche pregunte las ruinas por la grandeza de sus señores que dejarán de darle respuesta los silbidos del viento el aullido del lobo resumen por tux br br enrique gil carrasco villafranca del bierzo león 15 de julio de 1816 berlín alemania 22 de febrero de 1845 fue un escritor romántico español es recordado fundamentalmente por la novela romántica historicista el señor de bembibre 1843 obra maestra de la prosa romántica de ficción española que sigue el modelo de la novelística de walter scott introducción de wikipedia p |
| 5724 |
5683 |
6238 |
Broken Vase and Other Stories |
Anonymous |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The Broken Vase and Other Stories; for Children and Youth,<br>Compiled by a Teacher<br>FITCHBURG: PUBLISHED BY S. & C. SHEPLEY. 1847.<br>WM. J. MERRIAM, PRINTER, FITCHBURG.<br>(Summary from the Frontspiece)<p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-broken-vase-and-other-stories-by-anonymous/ |
broken vase stories children youth br compiled teacher br fitchburg published s c shepley 1847 br wm j merriam printer fitchburg br summary frontspiece p |
| 5725 |
5684 |
6239 |
Pearl Maiden |
H. Rider Haggard |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
This is the story of Miriam, an orphan Christian woman living in Rome in the first century. She falls in love with a Roman officer, but knows that her Jewish childhood playmate loves her too- and will do anything in order to get her love in return. (Summary by Stav Nisser) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/pearl-maiden-by-henry-rider-haggard/ |
story miriam orphan christian woman living rome first century falls love roman officer knows jewish childhood playmate loves too anything order get love return summary stav nisser p |
| 5726 |
12435 |
13145 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - November |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of November. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-november-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month november summary carolin |
| 5727 |
5686 |
6241 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 06: In Silenzio |
Luigi Pirandello |
Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. La sesta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1923. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<br><br>Questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.</p> |
Italian |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-6-in-silenzio-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 la sesta raccolta è stata pubblicata nel 1923 riassunto di filippo gioachin br br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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5687 |
6242 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 036 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a> .</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-036-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 5729 |
5688 |
6243 |
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 1 |
Charles Dickens |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
\n<br />The Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection comprises short works previously unrecorded for LibriVox - fiction, essays, poetry, letters, magazine articles and speeches - and each volume will be a pot pourri of all genres and periods of his writing. This first volume was released on Dickens' 200th birthday, February 7th 2012 and further volumes followed during the anniversary year.<br /><br />Volume 1 includes short stories including, amongst others, <i>The Holly Tree</i>, the first part of <i>Holiday Romance</i> and three pieces from <i>Mugby Junction</i>.<br /><br />Some items requiring a little further explanation are <i>Prince Bull</i>, written as a fairy tale, but in reality a scathing attack on the Government's handling of supplies to the troops in the Crimean War; <i>Old Lamps for New Ones</i> in which Dickens makes clear his low opinion of the ethos of the Pre-Raphaelite school of painting; and <i>Frauds on the Fairies</i>, a polemic against George Cruikshank's bowdlerisation of fairy tales for moralistic purposes, and the interesting revelation that 'product placement' is by no means a new phenomenon. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-200th-anniversary-collection-vol-1-by-charles-dickens/ |
br the charles dickens 200th anniversary collection comprises short works previously unrecorded librivox fiction essays poetry letters magazine articles speeches volume pot pourri genres periods writing first volume released dickens 200th birthday february 7th 2012 volumes followed anniversary year br br volume 1 includes short stories including amongst others i the holly tree i first part i holiday romance i three pieces i mugby junction i br br some items requiring little explanation i prince bull i written fairy tale reality scathing attack government s handling supplies troops crimean war i old lamps new ones i dickens makes clear low opinion ethos pre raphaelite school painting i frauds fairies i polemic george cruikshank s bowdlerisation fairy tales moralistic purposes interesting revelation product placement means new phenomenon introduction ruth golding br br |
| 5730 |
5689 |
6244 |
Social Statics |
Herbert Spencer |
Business & Economics |
Social Statics, or The Conditions essential to Happiness specified, and the First of them Developed is an 1851 book by the British polymath Herbert Spencer. In it, he uses the term "fitness" in applying his ideas of Lamarckian evolution to society, saying for example that "It is clear that any being whose constitution is to be moulded into fitness for new conditions of existence must be placed under those conditions. Or, putting the proposition specifically — it is clear that man can become adapted to the social state, only by being retained in the social state. This granted, it follows that as man has been, and is still, deficient in those feelings which, by dictating just conduct, prevent the perpetual antagonism of individuals and their consequent disunion, some artificial agency is required by which their union may be maintained. Only by the process of adaptation itself can be produced that character which makes social equilibrium spontaneous."\nDespite its commonly being attributed to this book, it was not until his Principles of Biology of 1864 that Spencer coined the phrase "survival of the fittest", which he would later apply to economics and biology. This was a key tenet of so-called Social Darwinism.\nEconomist Murray Rothbard called Social Statics "the greatest single work of libertarian political philosophy ever written. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/social-statics-by-herbert-spencer/ |
social statics conditions essential happiness specified first developed 1851 book british polymath herbert spencer it uses term fitness applying ideas lamarckian evolution society saying example it clear whose constitution moulded fitness new conditions existence must placed conditions or putting proposition specifically clear man become adapted social state retained social state granted follows man been still deficient feelings which dictating conduct prevent perpetual antagonism individuals consequent disunion artificial agency required union may maintained process adaptation produced character makes social equilibrium spontaneous despite commonly attributed book principles biology 1864 spencer coined phrase survival fittest would later apply economics biology key tenet so called social darwinism economist murray rothbard called social statics the greatest single work libertarian political philosophy ever written wikipedia |
| 5731 |
5690 |
6245 |
Multilingual Poetry Collection 020 |
Various |
Anthologies |
In LibriVox’s Multilingual Poetry Collection, LibriVox volunteers read their favourite public-domain poems in languages other than English. (Summary by David Barnes).</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-poetry-collection-020-by-various/ |
librivox s multilingual poetry collection librivox volunteers read favourite public domain poems languages english summary david barnes p |
| 5732 |
5691 |
6246 |
Princess |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Romance |
The Princess is a serio-comic blank verse narrative poem, written by Alfred Tennyson, published in 1847. The poem tells the story of an heroic princess who forswears the world of men and founds a women's university where men are forbidden to enter. The prince to whom she was betrothed in infancy enters the university with two friends, disguised as women students. They are discovered and flee, but eventually they fight a battle for the princess's hand. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
princess serio comic blank verse narrative poem written alfred tennyson published 1847 poem tells story heroic princess forswears world men founds women s university men forbidden enter prince betrothed infancy enters university two friends disguised women students discovered flee eventually fight battle princess s hand summary wikipedia p |
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5692 |
6247 |
Mudfog and Other Sketches |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
The Mudfog Papers was written by Victorian era novelist Charles Dickens and published from 1837–38 in the monthly literary serial Bentley's Miscellany, which he then edited. They were first published as a book as 'The Mudfog Papers and Other Sketches. The Mudfog Papers relates the proceedings of the fictional 'The Mudfog Society for the Advancement of Everything', a Pickwickian parody of the British Association for the Advancement of Science founded in York in 1831, one of the numerous Victorian learned societies dedicated to the advancement of Science. Like The Pickwick Papers, The Mudfog Papers claim affinity with Parliamentary reports, memoirs, and posthumous papers. The serial was illustrated by George Cruikshank. The fictional town of Mudfog was based on Chatham in Kent, where Dickens spent part of his youth. Mudfog was described by Dickens as being the town where Oliver Twist was born and spent his early years when the story first appeared in 'Bentley's Miscellany' in February 1837, making it a continuation of The Mudfog Papers, but this allusion was removed when the story was printed in book form. At the conclusion of his first contribution, about the mayor of the provincial town of Mudfog, Dickens explains that "this is the first time we have published any of our gleanings from this particular source," referring to 'The Mudfog Papers'. He also suggests that "at some future period, we may venture to open the chronicles of Mudfog." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/mudfog-and-other-sketches-by-charles-dickens/ |
mudfog papers written victorian era novelist charles dickens published 1837 38 monthly literary serial bentley s miscellany edited first published book the mudfog papers sketches mudfog papers relates proceedings fictional the mudfog society advancement everything pickwickian parody british association advancement science founded york 1831 one numerous victorian learned societies dedicated advancement science like pickwick papers mudfog papers claim affinity parliamentary reports memoirs posthumous papers serial illustrated george cruikshank fictional town mudfog based chatham kent dickens spent part youth mudfog described dickens town oliver twist born spent early years story first appeared bentley s miscellany february 1837 making continuation mudfog papers allusion removed story printed book form conclusion first contribution mayor provincial town mudfog dickens explains this first time published gleanings particular source referring the mudfog papers also suggests at future period may venture open chronicles mudfog summary wikipedia p |
| 5734 |
6565 |
7146 |
Gold Hunters (Borthwick) |
John David Borthwick |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
This is a robust, rough and tumble, first-hand account of the early California gold rush years 1851-1854 by a Scottish adventurer and artist J. D. Borthwick. The first edition, published in 1857 was called Three Years in California. Reprints have used the more descriptive title The Gold Hunters. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-gold-hunters-by-j-d-borthwick/ |
robust rough tumble first hand account early california gold rush years 1851 1854 scottish adventurer artist j d borthwick first edition published 1857 called three years california reprints used descriptive title gold hunters summary sue anderson p |
| 5735 |
5693 |
6249 |
Mr. Standfast |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
This is the third of Buchan's Richard Hannay novels, following The Thirty-nine Steps and Greenmantle. Set, like Greenmantle, durinig World War I, it deals Brigadier-General Hannay's recall from the Western Front, to engage in espionage, and forced (much to his chagrin) to pose as a pacifist. He becomes a South African conscientious objector, using the name Cornelius Brand. Under the orders of his spymaster, Sir Walter Bullivant, he travels in the book through England to Scotland, back to the Western Front, and ultimately, for the book's denouement, into the Alps. Those who know Greenmantle will meet some old friends again here, including Bullivant, the American John Blenkiron, the South African Peter Pienaar and others.\nTo quote Hannay's contemporary, Sherlock Holmes, “The game's afoot!” How will it come out? And though Hannay is no James Bond, might he perhaps be a literary ancestor of Ian Fleming's Agent Double-O Seven? Judge for yourself.</p>\nThere are also a fair number of unpronounceable Gaelic names. A further warning: this book was published in 1919 and it reflects a certain number of standards and mores of the day. It is by no means free of racist remarks and attitudes, and it is quite clear that Hannay has no use for pacifists, socialists, feminists, overly intellectual professors, and so forth. How far Hannay's fictional views mirror those of Buchan himself, I could not possibly say. Buchan of course went on to become first Baron Tweedsmuir, and Governor-General of Canada from 1935 until his death in 1940 (if you go to his Wikpedia site, you can see him very unhappily attired in a Native American headdress. President Calvin Coolidge, photographed the same way in 1927, looked equally unhappy).<br>(Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/mr-standfast-by-john-buchan/ |
third buchan s richard hannay novels following thirty nine steps greenmantle set like greenmantle durinig world war i deals brigadier general hannay s recall western front engage espionage forced much chagrin pose pacifist becomes south african conscientious objector using name cornelius brand orders spymaster sir walter bullivant travels book england scotland back western front ultimately book s denouement alps know greenmantle meet old friends here including bullivant american john blenkiron south african peter pienaar others quote hannay s contemporary sherlock holmes the game s afoot come out though hannay james bond might perhaps literary ancestor ian fleming s agent double o seven judge yourself p also fair number unpronounceable gaelic names warning book published 1919 reflects certain number standards mores day means free racist remarks attitudes quite clear hannay use pacifists socialists feminists overly intellectual professors forth far hannay s fictional views mirror buchan himself could possibly say buchan course went become first baron tweedsmuir governor general canada 1935 death 1940 if go wikpedia site see unhappily attired native american headdress president calvin coolidge photographed way 1927 looked equally unhappy br introduction nicholas clifford p |
| 5736 |
5694 |
6250 |
Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz |
Anonymous |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz was edited in 1616 in Strasbourg (annexed by France in 1681). It is the third of the original manifestos of the mysterious "Fraternity of the Rose Cross" (Rosicrucians).<p><strong>NOTE: It was translated into English for the first time in 1690 by E. Foxcroft. This translation became the source for many of the modern attempts to improve the original. The translation presented here is that of E. Foxcroft.</strong><p>Although the book first appeared in 1616, the story takes place over 150 years earlier. It is an allegoric romance (story) divided into Seven Days, or Seven Journeys, like Genesis, and tells us about the way Christian Rosenkreuz was invited to go to a wonderful castle full of miracles, in order to assist the Chymical Wedding of the king and the queen, that is, the husband and the bride. The story begins on an evening near Easter. In the final chapter—the seventh day—CRC is knighted; the year is 1459. It was on Easter-day 1459 that the Constitutions of the Freemasons of Strasburg was first signed in Regensburg, with a second signed shortly afterwards in Strasburg. The Gutenberg Bible began printing in Mainz, Germany in 1455, and the first Bible in German, the Mentel Bible, was printed in Strasburg in 1466. The invitation to the royal wedding includes the Monas Hieroglyphica associated with John Dee. (Summary by Wikipedia.org) </p> |
English |
1690 |
https://librivox.org/the-chymical-wedding-of-christian-rosenkreutz-by-anonymous/ |
chymical wedding christian rosenkreutz edited 1616 strasbourg annexed france 1681 third original manifestos mysterious fraternity rose cross rosicrucians p strong note translated english first time 1690 e foxcroft translation became source many modern attempts improve original translation presented e foxcroft strong p although book first appeared 1616 story takes place 150 years earlier allegoric romance story divided seven days seven journeys like genesis tells us way christian rosenkreuz invited go wonderful castle full miracles order assist chymical wedding king queen is husband bride story begins evening near easter final chapter the seventh day crc knighted year 1459 easter day 1459 constitutions freemasons strasburg first signed regensburg second signed shortly afterwards strasburg gutenberg bible began printing mainz germany 1455 first bible german mentel bible printed strasburg 1466 invitation royal wedding includes monas hieroglyphica associated john dee summary wikipedia org p |
| 5737 |
5695 |
6251 |
One Commonplace Day |
Pansy |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
A temperance lecturer misses his train and ends up attending a town picnic. It was a common enough picnic on a commonplace day. But the discussions, actions, and attitudes from that picnic reverberate through the lives of many people. What are the far-reaching consequences of one commonplace day in OUR lives? (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/one-commonplace-day-by-pansy/ |
temperance lecturer misses train ends attending town picnic common enough picnic commonplace day discussions actions attitudes picnic reverberate lives many people far reaching consequences one commonplace day lives summary triciag p |
| 5738 |
5696 |
6252 |
House by the Side of the Road |
Sam Walter Foss |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of The House by the Side of the Road by Sam Walter Foss. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 15, 2012.<br><br>Sam Walter Foss was an American librarian and poet whose works included The House by the Side of the Road and The Coming American.<br>Foss used to write a poem a day for the newspapers, and his five volumes of collected poetry are of the frank and homely “common man” variety.<br>Longtime baseball announcer Ernie Harwell alluded to one of Foss's poems whenever he described a batter taking a called third strike: "He stood there like the house by the side of the road and watched it go by."<br>( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-by-the-side-of-the-road-by-sam-walter-foss/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings house side road sam walter foss fortnightly poetry project january 15 2012 br br sam walter foss american librarian poet whose works included house side road coming american br foss used write poem day newspapers five volumes collected poetry frank homely common man variety br longtime baseball announcer ernie harwell alluded one foss s poems whenever described batter taking called third strike he stood like house side road watched go by br summary wikipedia p |
| 5739 |
5697 |
6253 |
Her Benny |
Silas Hocking |
Family Life, General Fiction |
A very heart touching story about two homeless children, a brother and sister, living on the streets of Liverpool, England during Victorian times. (Summary by Larraine Paquette)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/her-benny-by-silas-hocking/ |
heart touching story two homeless children brother sister living streets liverpool england victorian times summary larraine paquette p |
| 5740 |
5698 |
6254 |
Wigilja Bożego Narodzenia |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
"Wigilja Bożego Narodzenia” jest wydanym w roku 1909 polskim przekładem opowiadania Karola Dickensa “A Christmas Carol” napisanym przez niego w roku 1843. Opowiada historiȩ nocy wigilijnej, w której wielkiego skąpca i samotnika, Ebenezera Scrooge, odwiedza pokutujący duch jego zmarłego wspólnika, ostrzegając go, że jeżeli nie zmieni sposobu życia, bȩdzie tak jak i on błąkał siȩ po śmierci okuty łańcuchami swoich win. Zapowiada wizyty trzech innych widm które ukazują Scrooge’owi wizje nocy wigilijnych z przeszłości, teraźniejszości i przyszłości. Jest to noc wielkich objawień, które na zawsze przemienią życie Scrooge’a." (Summary by Nina Brown)</p> |
Polish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/wigilja-bozego-narodzenia-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
wigilja bożego narodzenia jest wydanym w roku 1909 polskim przekładem opowiadania karola dickensa a christmas carol napisanym przez niego w roku 1843 opowiada historiȩ nocy wigilijnej w której wielkiego skąpca samotnika ebenezera scrooge odwiedza pokutujący duch jego zmarłego wspólnika ostrzegając go że jeżeli nie zmieni sposobu życia bȩdzie tak jak błąkał siȩ po śmierci okuty łańcuchami swoich win zapowiada wizyty trzech innych widm które ukazują scrooge owi wizje nocy wigilijnych z przeszłości teraźniejszości przyszłości jest noc wielkich objawień które na zawsze przemienią życie scrooge a summary nina brown p |
| 5741 |
5699 |
6256 |
Mystic Will |
Charles Godfrey Leland |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-Help |
This book presents a method of developing and strengthening the faculties of the mind, through the awakened will, by a simple, scientific process possible to any person of ordinary intelligence (Summary by Charles Godfrey Leland) Note: This book was first entitled Have You a Strong Will? In essence, it describes "the secret", the power of positive thinking, and the method of changing your thinking. <p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystic-will-by-charles-godfrey-leland/ |
book presents method developing strengthening faculties mind awakened will simple scientific process possible person ordinary intelligence summary charles godfrey leland note book first entitled strong will essence describes the secret power positive thinking method changing thinking p |
| 5742 |
5701 |
6258 |
Old Debauchees |
Henry Fielding |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
Young Laroon plans to marry Isabel, but Father Martin manipulates Isabel's father, Jourdain, in order to seduce Isabel. However, other characters, including both of the Laroons, try to manipulate Jourdain for their own ends; they accomplish it through disguising themselves as priests and using his guilt to convince him of what they say. As Father Martin pursues Isabel, she is clever enough to realize what is happening and plans her own trap. After catching him and exposing his lust, Father Martin is set to be punished. (Summary by Wikipedia) (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Old Laroon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Young Laroon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Father Martin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Old Jourdain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6248">Kevin Green</a><br>Isabel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Beatrice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Servant/Priest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator/Prologue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<br></p>\n |
English |
1732 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-debauchees-by-henry-fielding/ |
young laroon plans marry isabel father martin manipulates isabel s father jourdain order seduce isabel however characters including laroons try manipulate jourdain ends accomplish disguising priests using guilt convince say father martin pursues isabel clever enough realize happening plans trap catching exposing lust father martin set punished summary wikipedia summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br p old laroon a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br young laroon a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br father martin a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br old jourdain a href http librivox org reader 6248 kevin green a br isabel a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br beatrice a href http librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br servant priest a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator prologue a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw br p |
| 5743 |
5702 |
6259 |
Upon His Mistress Dancing |
James Shirley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of Upon His Mistress Dancing by James Shirley. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January, 15, 2012.<br><br>James Shirley (sometimes spelt Sherley) was a prolific English playwright and poet who was active in the first half of the seventeenth century. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/upon-his-mistress-dancing-by-shirley-james/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings upon mistress dancing james shirley weekly poetry project january 15 2012 br br james shirley sometimes spelt sherley prolific english playwright poet active first half seventeenth century summary lucy perry p |
| 5744 |
5703 |
6260 |
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 2 |
Charles Dickens |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />This year is the 200th anniversary of Dickens' birth. This is the second volume; the first volume of short works - fiction, essays, poetry and speeches, previously unrecorded for LibriVox, was catalogued on Dickens' birthday, February 7th 2012, and further volumes followed during the anniversary year. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-200th-anniversary-collection-vol-2-by-charles-dickens/ |
br this year 200th anniversary dickens birth second volume first volume short works fiction essays poetry speeches previously unrecorded librivox catalogued dickens birthday february 7th 2012 volumes followed anniversary year summary ruth golding br br |
| 5745 |
5704 |
6261 |
Pussy and Doggy Tales |
E. Nesbit |
Animals & Nature |
Charming Tales about cats and dogs. (Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/pussy-and-doggy-tales-by-edith-nesbit/ |
charming tales cats dogs summary elli p |
| 5746 |
5705 |
6262 |
Celtic Folk and Fairy Tales |
Joseph Jacobs |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of folk and fairy tales from the Emerald Isle. There is an earlier version of this book - <a >Celtic Fairy Tales</a>, but this recording was done from a different book in Project Gutenberg. Same book, new readers! (Summary by Ann Boulais) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/celtic-folk-and-fairy-tales-by-joseph-jacobs/ |
collection folk fairy tales emerald isle earlier version book a celtic fairy tales a recording done different book project gutenberg book new readers summary ann boulais p |
| 5747 |
5706 |
6263 |
Count of Monte Cristo (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The story takes place in France, Italy, islands in the Mediterranean and the Levant during the historical events of 1815–1838 (from just before the Hundred Days through the reign of Louis-Philippe of France). The historical setting is a fundamental element of the book. It is primarily concerned with themes of justice, vengeance, mercy, and forgiveness, and is told in the style of an adventure story. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-count-of-monte-cristo-by-alexandre-dumas-2/ |
story takes place france italy islands mediterranean levant historical events 1815 1838 from hundred days reign louis philippe france historical setting fundamental element book primarily concerned themes justice vengeance mercy forgiveness told style adventure story summary wikipedia p |
| 5748 |
5707 |
6264 |
Gottesfreundin |
Karl Gjellerup |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
In seinem historischen Roman <i>Die Gottesfreundin</i> erzählt der Literaturnobelpreisträger Karl Gjellerup die Geschichte einer Liebe zwischen Häresie und Inquisition. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) </p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/die-gottesfreundin-by-karl-gjellerup/ |
seinem historischen roman i die gottesfreundin i erzählt der literaturnobelpreisträger karl gjellerup die geschichte einer liebe zwischen häresie und inquisition zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 5749 |
5708 |
6265 |
Incidents of Travel in Central America, Chiapas, and Yucatan, Vol. 1 |
John Lloyd Stephens |
Travel & Geography |
The year is 1838. The scene is the dense Honduran forest along the Copán River. Two men, John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood, are about to rediscover Mayan civilization. Their guide, slashing through the rampant growth with his machete, leads them to a structure with steps up the side, shaped like a pyramid. Next they see a stone column, fourteen feet high, sculptured on the front with a portrait of a man, “solemn, stern and well fitted to excite terror,” covered on the sides with hieroglyphics, and with workmanship “equal to the finest monuments of the Egyptians.” Stephens records these discoveries and also his travels in Central America, where he had been sent by President Van Buren as special ambassador to the ill-fated Republic of Central America. The republic being engulfed in civil war when Stephens arrives in Guatemala, he finds himself dodging revolutionary armies while he hunts for a “legitimate government” to which to present his credentials. Catherwood, meanwhile, directs his immense artistic talent to illustrating views of Mayan architecture. Incidents of Travel in Central America, Chiapas and Yucatan was a best seller in its day and has been called an “Indiana Jones” saga by modern reviewers. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/incidents-of-travel-in-central-america-chiapas-and-yucatan-vol-1-by-john-lloyd-stephens/ |
year 1838 scene dense honduran forest along copán river two men john lloyd stephens frederick catherwood rediscover mayan civilization guide slashing rampant growth machete leads structure steps side shaped like pyramid next see stone column fourteen feet high sculptured front portrait man solemn stern well fitted excite terror covered sides hieroglyphics workmanship equal finest monuments egyptians stephens records discoveries also travels central america sent president van buren special ambassador ill fated republic central america republic engulfed civil war stephens arrives guatemala finds dodging revolutionary armies hunts legitimate government present credentials catherwood meanwhile directs immense artistic talent illustrating views mayan architecture incidents travel central america chiapas yucatan best seller day called indiana jones saga modern reviewers summary sue anderson p |
| 5750 |
5716 |
6273 |
Cleek of Scotland Yard |
Thomas W. Hanshew |
General Fiction |
<br />Hamilton Cleek is back - or is he?<br /><br />Margot, Queen of the Apaches (the notorious French criminal gang) has been released on bail and vanished, Mr. Narkom has a series of inexplicable murders to solve, there is talk of revolution in Mauravania. And Cleek is missing.<br /><br />Hold on to your hats for another thrilling ride as spying, murder, horse-napping, bombs and political intrigue rear their ugly heads. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/cleek-of-scotland-yard-by-thomas-w-hanshew/ |
br hamilton cleek back he br br margot queen apaches the notorious french criminal gang released bail vanished mr narkom series inexplicable murders solve talk revolution mauravania cleek missing br br hold hats another thrilling ride spying murder horse napping bombs political intrigue rear ugly heads introduction ruth golding br br |
| 5751 |
5709 |
6266 |
Gargoyles |
Ben Hecht |
General Fiction |
The author, Ben Hecht, was a prolific writer as well as a renowned screenwriter, producer, and director of films. His screenwriting skills include some of the most popular films of Hollywood's golden era, including "Gone With the Wind", "Wuthering Heights", "Spellbound", and "Scarface", to name but a few.</p>\n\nHecht had already established himself as a novelist and an author of short stories when "Gargoyles" was published. "Gargoyles" delves deep into the psyches of individuals and of their relationships within social classes, revealing both the darker sides and the sentimental sides. Sometimes the characteristics, values and ethics of his characters are altered over time, as they (sometimes unwittingly) look within themselves and acknowledge what they valued most, how their egos affect their decisions and ethics, yet not always understanding the reasons those values are so crucial to them. What we learn is the results of these changes, as we center on the lives of George Basine, his friends, and his family, and most importantly, the masks that each wore. (Summary by Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/gargoyles-by-ben-hecht/ |
author ben hecht prolific writer well renowned screenwriter producer director films screenwriting skills include popular films hollywood s golden era including gone wind wuthering heights spellbound scarface name few p hecht already established novelist author short stories gargoyles published gargoyles delves deep psyches individuals relationships within social classes revealing darker sides sentimental sides sometimes characteristics values ethics characters altered time sometimes unwittingly look within acknowledge valued most egos affect decisions ethics yet always understanding reasons values crucial them learn results changes center lives george basine friends family importantly masks wore summary roger melin p |
| 5752 |
5710 |
6267 |
Marvels of Divine Grace |
Alice Lady Lovat |
Christianity - Other |
These are Alice Lady Lovat's meditations on the treatise "Del Aprecio y Estima de la Divina Gracia," written by the prolific Roman Catholic theologian and mystic Juan Eusebio Nieremberg, S.J. (1595-1658). Nieremberg's treatise was published in 1638 in Madrid, where he taught Sacred Scripture at the Jesuit Colegio Imperial. Abbot Oswald Hunter-Blair, O.S.B. wrote the preface for Lovat's book, which bears an imprimatur. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-marvels-of-divine-grace-by-alice-lady-lovat/ |
alice lady lovat s meditations treatise del aprecio estima de la divina gracia written prolific roman catholic theologian mystic juan eusebio nieremberg s j 1595 1658 nieremberg s treatise published 1638 madrid taught sacred scripture jesuit colegio imperial abbot oswald hunter blair o s b wrote preface lovat s book bears imprimatur introduction dave7 p |
| 5753 |
5711 |
6268 |
And So They Were Married |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
General Fiction, Romance |
This is the story of Elizabeth North, a young woman who becomes engaged and with the aid of a social climbing friend begins to plan her wedding beyond what she can afford. Her friend Evelyn Tripp convinces Elizabeth that she “simply can’t afford” not to live a fashionable and expensive lifestyle. However, her husband and her grandma help her to see sense and pull herself out of the debt she has got herself into. (Summary by Michele Eaton) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/and-so-they-were-married-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
story elizabeth north young woman becomes engaged aid social climbing friend begins plan wedding beyond afford friend evelyn tripp convinces elizabeth simply can t afford live fashionable expensive lifestyle however husband grandma help see sense pull debt got into summary michele eaton |
| 5754 |
5712 |
6269 |
Historic Waterways |
Reuben Gold Thwaites |
Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction, History |
Historic Waterways, Six Hundred Miles of Canoeing down the Rock, Fox and Wisconsin Rivers.<br>This volume is the record of six hundred miles of canoeing experiences on historic waterways in Wisconsin and Illinois during the summer of 1887. There has been no attempt at exaggeration, to color its homely incidents, or to picture charms where none exist. It is intended to be a simple, truthful narrative of what was seen and done upon a series of novel outings through the heart of the Northwest. If it may induce others to undertake similar excursions, and thus increase the little navy of healthy and self-satisfied canoeists, the object of the publication will have been attained. (Summary from Frontspiece)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/historic-waterways-by-reuben-gold-thwaites/ |
historic waterways six hundred miles canoeing rock fox wisconsin rivers br this volume record six hundred miles canoeing experiences historic waterways wisconsin illinois summer 1887 attempt exaggeration color homely incidents picture charms none exist intended simple truthful narrative seen done upon series novel outings heart northwest may induce others undertake similar excursions thus increase little navy healthy self satisfied canoeists object publication attained summary frontspiece p |
| 5755 |
5713 |
6270 |
France in the Nineteenth Century |
Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer |
*Non-fiction, History |
Author Elizabeth Latimer synthesizes notes from a variety of sources to produce this summary of the nation of France in the 19th century. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/france-in-the-nineteenth-century-by-elizabeth-wormeley-latimer/ |
author elizabeth latimer synthesizes notes variety sources produce summary nation france 19th century summary cathy barratt p |
| 5756 |
5714 |
6271 |
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 3 |
Charles Dickens |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />2012 is the 200th anniversary of Dickens' birth. This is the third volume of this collection, which aimed to catalogue as many as possible of Dickens' short works which had not previously been recorded for LibriVox. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-200th-anniversary-collection-vol-3/ |
br 2012 200th anniversary dickens birth third volume collection aimed catalogue many possible dickens short works previously recorded librivox summary ruth golding br br |
| 5757 |
5715 |
6272 |
Night Side of New York |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Short non-fiction |
This nonfiction collection of sketches, by "members of the New York press," takes the reader on a tour of 1866 New York City after dark, with stops along the way to vividly depict scenes ranging from the splendid to the squalid - but focusing largely on the latter! (Summary by Grant Hurlock) </p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-side-of-new-york-by-various/ |
nonfiction collection sketches members new york press takes reader tour 1866 new york city dark stops along way vividly depict scenes ranging splendid squalid focusing largely latter summary grant hurlock p |
| 5758 |
6290 |
6862 |
Black Beauty - Young Folks' Edition |
Anna Sewell |
Children's Fiction |
The same beloved story of the adventures of a young horse that we all know and love, but rewritten by the author for young people. All of the pathos, tenderness and fun are still there, just written for a younger audience. While forthrightly teaching animal welfare, it also teaches how to treat people with kindness, sympathy, and respect. (Summary by phil chenvert and wiki) <p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/black-beauty-young-folks-edition-by-anna-sewell/ |
beloved story adventures young horse know love rewritten author young people pathos tenderness fun still there written younger audience forthrightly teaching animal welfare also teaches treat people kindness sympathy respect summary phil chenvert wiki p |
| 5759 |
5717 |
6274 |
Pioneers |
Katharine S. Prichard |
Historical Fiction |
The Pioneers is set against the background of pioneering life in the Gippsland region of Victoria in pre-Federation Australia. Mary and Donald Cameron are free-settlers who make a home in the wilderness and grow a prosperous cattle operation that establishes their position as prominent members of the new settlement.\n\nAt first, the novel privileges Mary’s perspective as she encounters escaped convicts, bush fires, and raising a son in a remote community. Later, it follows her son, Davey, as he struggles for independence against his father’s harsh authority. Davey encounters further obstacles in the figure of local hotel owner, Thad McNab, who is determined that Davey’s childhood sweetheart, Deirdre, should be his own bride. (Summary by kirstyl)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-pioneers-by-katharine-s-prichard/ |
pioneers set background pioneering life gippsland region victoria pre federation australia mary donald cameron free settlers make home wilderness grow prosperous cattle operation establishes position prominent members new settlement first novel privileges mary s perspective encounters escaped convicts bush fires raising son remote community later follows son davey struggles independence father s harsh authority davey encounters obstacles figure local hotel owner thad mcnab determined davey s childhood sweetheart deirdre bride summary kirstyl p |
| 5760 |
5718 |
6275 |
Lady From the Sea |
Henrik Ibsen |
Drama |
The title character in Ibsen's drama, Ellida Wangel, is married to a prosperous doctor, but feels stifled by her roles as wife and stepmother to her husband's two daughters by a previous marriage, Hilde and Bolette. Ten years earlier she had promised to marry another man - and on a sultry summer day, he comes back to her. Ellida must decide whether to choose the safety of her life with Wangel, or to yield to the siren song of the sea. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Dr. Wangel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Ellida Wangel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Bolette Wangel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Hilde Wangel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>Arnholm: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lyngstrand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Ballested: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7046">Pascal Ramseier</a><br>The Stranger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-from-the-sea-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
title character ibsen s drama ellida wangel married prosperous doctor feels stifled roles wife stepmother husband s two daughters previous marriage hilde bolette ten years earlier promised marry another man sultry summer day comes back her ellida must decide whether choose safety life wangel yield siren song sea summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br dr wangel a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br ellida wangel a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br bolette wangel a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br hilde wangel a href http librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br arnholm a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lyngstrand a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br ballested a href http librivox org reader 7046 pascal ramseier a br the stranger a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5719 |
6276 |
More New Arabian Nights: The Dynamiter by Robert Louis and Fanny van de Grift Stevenson |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
General Fiction |
More New Arabian Nights: The Dynamiter (1885) is a collection of linked short stories by Robert Louis Stevenson and Fanny Vandegrift. Three gentlemen of little means and no occupation meet in the Bohemian Cigar Divan, a tobacco shop with couches to sit and smoke. They read of a reward offered for information as to the whereabouts of a man with big moustaches and a sealskin coat. They agree among themselves that they will separate and search for the man so as to claim the reward. The stories that follow concern their adventures. They meet again in the cigar divan in an epilogue to their travels. (Summary by Don W. Jenkins) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/more-new-arabian-nights-the-dynamiter-by-robert-louis-and-fanny-van-de-grift-stevenson/ |
new arabian nights dynamiter 1885 collection linked short stories robert louis stevenson fanny vandegrift three gentlemen little means occupation meet bohemian cigar divan tobacco shop couches sit smoke read reward offered information whereabouts man big moustaches sealskin coat agree among separate search man claim reward stories follow concern adventures meet cigar divan epilogue travels summary w jenkins p |
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5720 |
6277 |
Nonsense Songs, Stories, Botany and Alphabets |
Edward Lear |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A selection of nonsense poems, songs (not sung!), stories, and miscellaneous strangeness. The work includes the "Owl and the Pussycat" and a recipe for Amblongus Pie, which begins "Take 4 pounds (say 4½ pounds) of fresh ablongusses and put them in a small pipkin."<br><br>Edward Lear was an English writer, poet, cat-lover, and illustrator (his watercolours are beautiful). This recording celebrates the 200th anniversary of Lear's birth. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/nonsense-songs-stories-botany-and-alphabets-by-edward-lear/ |
selection nonsense poems songs not sung stories miscellaneous strangeness work includes owl pussycat recipe amblongus pie begins take 4 pounds say 4½ pounds fresh ablongusses put small pipkin br br edward lear english writer poet cat lover illustrator his watercolours beautiful recording celebrates 200th anniversary lear s birth summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 5763 |
5721 |
6278 |
Ghosts (version 2) |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays, Tragedy |
A Family-drama in three acts. Like many of Ibsen's better-known plays, Ghosts is a scathing commentary on 19th century morality. (Summary by Kristingj)<br/><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Mrs. Helen Alving, widow of Captain Alving: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br>Oswald Alving, her son, a painter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Pastor Manders: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Jacob Engstrand, a carpenter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Regine Engstrand, Mrs. Alving's maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/ghosts-by-henrik-ibsen-version-2/ |
family drama three acts like many ibsen s better known plays ghosts scathing commentary 19th century morality summary kristingj br br strong cast strong br mrs helen alving widow captain alving a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br oswald alving son painter a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br pastor manders a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br jacob engstrand carpenter a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br regine engstrand mrs alving s maid a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br br |
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7940 |
8558 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 049 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-by-various-3/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a |
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5722 |
6279 |
When Knighthood Was in Flower |
Charles Major |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Set during the Tudor period of English history, When Knighthood Was in Flower tells the tribulations of Mary Tudor, a younger sister of Henry VIII of England who has fallen in love with a commoner. However, for political reasons, King Henry has arranged for her to wed King Louis XII of France and demands his sister put the House of Tudor first, threatening, "You will marry France and I will give you a wedding present – Charles Brandon's head!" (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/when-knighthood-was-in-flower-by-charles-major/ |
set tudor period english history knighthood flower tells tribulations mary tudor younger sister henry viii england fallen love commoner however political reasons king henry arranged wed king louis xii france demands sister put house tudor first threatening you marry france give wedding present charles brandon s head summary adapted wikipedia p |
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5723 |
6280 |
Philosophy 4: A Story of Harvard University |
Owen Wister |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Owen Wister's wry humor enlivens this comedic story of three sophomores during exam week at Harvard. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/philosophy-4-a-story-of-harvard-university-by-owen-wister/ |
owen wister s wry humor enlivens comedic story three sophomores exam week harvard summary david wales p |
| 5767 |
5724 |
6281 |
813 |
Maurice Leblanc |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
As usual, gentleman thief Arsène Lupin finds himself wrongfully accused of murder, and must find the real killer to clear his coloured name. (Summary by Cathy Barratt) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/813-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
usual gentleman thief arsène lupin finds wrongfully accused murder must find real killer clear coloured name summary cathy barratt |
| 5768 |
5725 |
6282 |
Vagabond |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of The Vagabond by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 22, 2012.<br><br>The Vagabond appeared in Stevenson's Songs of Travel and Other Verses, which was published after his death. It expresses the love of travel and adventure he always nurtured. Near the end of his life Stevenson emigrated to Samoa and became very involved in local politics, severely criticising the European officials he encountered. He was buried close to his new home, in the land he had come to love. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-vagabond-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings vagabond robert louis stevenson weekly poetry project january 22 2012 br br the vagabond appeared stevenson s songs travel verses published death expresses love travel adventure always nurtured near end life stevenson emigrated samoa became involved local politics severely criticising european officials encountered buried close new home land come love summary lucy perry p |
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5726 |
6283 |
Rosicrucian Mysteries |
Max Heindel |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Religion |
A primer for those interested in the basic philosophy, beliefs & secrets of the Rosicrucians. (Summary by Kirk Ziegler)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-rosicrucian-mysteries-by-max-heindel/ |
primer interested basic philosophy beliefs secrets rosicrucians summary kirk ziegler p |
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5727 |
6284 |
Kathleen |
Christopher Morley |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
A group called the Scorpions, eight Oxford undergraduates, find a letter Kathleen wrote a letter to Joe at Oxford. They build up an image of Kathleen and Joe from the letter and set out to find and meet Kathleen. The competition between them leads to many entertainingly funny scenarios. (Summary by Kirk Ziegler) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/kathleen-by-christopher-morley/ |
group called scorpions eight oxford undergraduates find letter kathleen wrote letter joe oxford build image kathleen joe letter set find meet kathleen competition leads many entertainingly funny scenarios summary kirk ziegler p |
| 5771 |
5728 |
6285 |
Little Colonel at Boarding-School |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Family |
Because of the illness of her grandfahter, Lloyd Sherman, the Little Colonel, finds herself being sent off to boarding school from her home in Lloydsboro Valley, Kentucky. Jolly times are mixed with lessons in this 7th book in the "Little Colonel" series for girls. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonel-at-boarding-school-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
illness grandfahter lloyd sherman little colonel finds sent boarding school home lloydsboro valley kentucky jolly times mixed lessons 7th book little colonel series girls summary maria therese p |
| 5772 |
5729 |
6286 |
Thomas Wingfold, Curate |
George MacDonald |
Christian Fiction |
Republished in modern times as "The Curate's Awakening". A young man (Thomas Wingfold) "enters the church" through no real faith and only for want of something to do. After an encounter with a brash young atheist, he is thrown into an emotional, spiritual, and vocational crisis. Through his own doubts and through developing clarity gained from the counsel of a singular friend, he begins a slow journey toward faith, or - as he would put it - "a lovely hope." (Summary by John Schuurman & TriciaG)<br/><br/><b>Note that there are two versions of chapter 67. Enjoy one or both of the renderings.</b><br/><br/> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/thomas-wingfold-curate-by-george-macdonald/ |
republished modern times the curate s awakening young man thomas wingfold enters church real faith want something do encounter brash young atheist thrown emotional spiritual vocational crisis doubts developing clarity gained counsel singular friend begins slow journey toward faith would put a lovely hope summary john schuurman triciag br br b note two versions chapter 67 enjoy one renderings b br br |
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5730 |
6287 |
Study in Scarlet (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
A Study in Scarlet is a detective mystery novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, introducing his new character of Sherlock Holmes, who later became one of the most famous literary detective characters. He wrote the story in 1886, and it was published the next year. The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes to his sidekick Doctor Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There’s the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it." Although Conan Doyle wrote 56 short stories featuring Holmes, A Study in Scarlet is one of only four full-length novels in the original canon. The novel was followed by The Sign of Four, published in 1890. A Study in Scarlet was the first work of fiction to incorporate the magnifying glass as an investigative tool. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-version-3-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
study scarlet detective mystery novel written sir arthur conan doyle introducing new character sherlock holmes later became one famous literary detective characters wrote story 1886 published next year book s title derives speech given holmes sidekick doctor watson nature work describes story s murder investigation study scarlet there s scarlet thread murder running colourless skein life duty unravel it isolate it expose every inch it although conan doyle wrote 56 short stories featuring holmes study scarlet one four full length novels original canon novel followed sign four published 1890 study scarlet first work fiction incorporate magnifying glass investigative tool summary wikipedia p |
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5731 |
6288 |
Siedem wybranych opowiadań |
Władysław Orkan |
Single Author Collections |
"Ukochałem lud biedny ponad miarę,<br />Bom się jego pieśnią wykołysał.<br />Ukochałem zwyczaje i gwarę,<br />którem jako dziecko z piersi matki wyssał."<br />- fragment wiersza "Przygrywka" Władysława Orkana (1875-1930).<p>Julian Krzyżanowski nazwał go "pieśniarzem krainy kęp i wiecznej nędzy". Rzeczywiście, całe życie Orkana, tak jego pisarstwo jak działalność społeczna, poświęcona jest biednym, prostym ludziom z rodzinnej ziemi gorczańskiej.<br />Ale nawet w tej "wiecznej nędzy" potrafił Orkan znaleźć uśmiech. Ta kolekcja wybranych opowiadań przedstawia Orkana humorystę. Od obrazka Włoch, widzianych oczami prostego górala, Jędrka (Jak Jędrek śklarz po Włochach jeździł), do rozmowy dwóch przyjaciółek od serca - Błażkowej i jej krowy łysiny (Błażkowa łysina) każdy znajdzie w tej kolekcji coś dla siebie. (Summary by Nina Brown)</p> |
Polish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/siedem-wybranych-opowiadan-by-wladyslaw-orkan/ |
ukochałem lud biedny ponad miarę br bom się jego pieśnią wykołysał br ukochałem zwyczaje gwarę br którem jako dziecko z piersi matki wyssał br fragment wiersza przygrywka władysława orkana 1875 1930 p julian krzyżanowski nazwał go pieśniarzem krainy kęp wiecznej nędzy rzeczywiście całe życie orkana tak jego pisarstwo jak działalność społeczna poświęcona jest biednym prostym ludziom z rodzinnej ziemi gorczańskiej br ale nawet w tej wiecznej nędzy potrafił orkan znaleźć uśmiech ta kolekcja wybranych opowiadań przedstawia orkana humorystę od obrazka włoch widzianych oczami prostego górala jędrka jak jędrek śklarz po włochach jeździł rozmowy dwóch przyjaciółek od serca błażkowej jej krowy łysiny błażkowa łysina każdy znajdzie w tej kolekcji coś dla siebie summary nina brown p |
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5732 |
6289 |
Black Jack |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
The son of a notorious outlaw is adopted into a wealthy, law-abiding family as an infant after his father is killed in an attempted robbery. Will he follow in the footsteps of his outlaw father or will his life be guided by the respectable woman who nurtured him to manhood? Another exciting tale by the master of the pulp western, Max Brand. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/black-jack-by-max-brand/ |
son notorious outlaw adopted wealthy law abiding family infant father killed attempted robbery follow footsteps outlaw father life guided respectable woman nurtured manhood another exciting tale master pulp western max brand summary richard kilmer p |
| 5776 |
5733 |
6290 |
Fraternal Charity |
Father Benoit Valuy |
Christianity - Other |
This short treatise comes from a work by the Roman Catholic priest Father Valuy, S.J., and bears an imprimatur. It was written for members of religious orders; yet, as the translator notes, it may be of interest to others, for "love, the sunshine of existence, is wanted everywhere." The first five chapters cover the fundamentals of fraternal charity. Chapters 6 through 17 discuss twelve characteristics of fraternal charity. Chapters 18 and 19 show how God manifests the virtue of charity to us most perfectly. Chapters 20 through 30 list eleven ways to preserve charity in a community. Chapters 31 and 32 give advice on how to persevere in charity under difficult circumstances. The appendix includes a few points from the pen of Father Faber on the practice of fraternal charity and a list of the exemplary characteristics of religious members who manifest this important virtue. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/fraternal-charity-by-father-benoit-valuy/ |
short treatise comes work roman catholic priest father valuy s j bears imprimatur written members religious orders yet translator notes may interest others love sunshine existence wanted everywhere first five chapters cover fundamentals fraternal charity chapters 6 17 discuss twelve characteristics fraternal charity chapters 18 19 show god manifests virtue charity us perfectly chapters 20 30 list eleven ways preserve charity community chapters 31 32 give advice persevere charity difficult circumstances appendix includes points pen father faber practice fraternal charity list exemplary characteristics religious members manifest important virtue introduction dave7 p |
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5734 |
6291 |
Letters of Travel |
Rudyard Kipling |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Three books of travel writing (between them covering the USA, Canada, Japan and Egypt) by the Nobel Prize winning author of the Just So Stories and the Jungle Book. Rudyard Kipling (an Englishman born and raised in India) offers an interesting outsider's view of the places he visits, candid and sharp witted, yet with a deep humanity.<br><br>Letters of Travel comprises three books: From Tideway to Tideway 1892-95 contains pieces first published in the Times covering voyages across north America (USA and Canada) and in Japan; his Letters to the Family first appeared in the Morning Post, while Nash's Magazine was the first publisher of the articles (on Egypt and Sudan) in Egypt of the Magicians.<br><br>Kipling's observations are cast in a wry style that permits, as his work often does, different readings. The unsympathetic reader can hear a banal repetition of the patriarchal, racist and imperialist ideas of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century trotted out. (Or even in his characterisation of the Jewish power behind the pedlar in "The Face of the Desert" a suggestion of something worse.) A more nuanced reading will perceive an amused or wry smile in Kipling's remembering and the human sympathy that infuses all his writing. (US listeners should be warned that in Kipling's day "the N word" was in common use, and he therefore uses it naturally to describe people of Sub-Saharan African ancestry.)<br><br>A paragraph in the "letter" written on Kipling's arrival in Japan might serve as example. It closes: "The father-fisher has it by the pink hind leg, and this time it is tucked away, all but the top-knot, out of sight among umber nets and sepia cordage. Being an Oriental it makes no protest, and the boat scuds out to join the little fleet in the offing." With its flippant tone ("all but the top-knot"), impersonal reference ("it" rather than he or she) and use of racial terms ("Oriental") and stereotypes ("makes no protest") this can be presented as an example of the worst of Victorian Imperialist prejudice.<br><br>And yet... as the fisher family are introduced, not only was "the perfect order and propriety of the housekeeping" noted but mention was made of "a largish Japanese doll, price two shillings and threepence in Bayswater", which turns out to be a baby. At first glance this is merely another example of Western bigotry. Note however the words Kipling uses to show us that this is not in fact a doll: "The doll wakes, turns into a Japanese baby something more valuable than money could buy". The "Japanese doll" is a priceless human child and not a commodity to be bought in Bayswater.<br><br>Perhaps the prejudice is not so much on the surface of Kipling's writing as under the surface of the reader's presuppositions? Time and again wry observation turns the familiar world into something fresh, and reminds the reader of shared humanity with the strange and foreign people being observed. Kipling as a tourist is no mere gawker whether in strange yet familiar Yokohama or in foreign Vermont. (Summary by Tim Bulkeley)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-travel-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
three books travel writing between covering usa canada japan egypt nobel prize winning author stories jungle book rudyard kipling an englishman born raised india offers interesting outsider s view places visits candid sharp witted yet deep humanity br br letters travel comprises three books tideway tideway 1892 95 contains pieces first published times covering voyages across north america usa canada japan letters family first appeared morning post nash s magazine first publisher articles on egypt sudan egypt magicians br br kipling s observations cast wry style permits work often does different readings unsympathetic reader hear banal repetition patriarchal racist imperialist ideas late nineteenth early twentieth century trotted out or even characterisation jewish power behind pedlar the face desert suggestion something worse nuanced reading perceive amused wry smile kipling s remembering human sympathy infuses writing us listeners warned kipling s day the n word common use therefore uses naturally describe people sub saharan african ancestry br br a paragraph letter written kipling s arrival japan might serve example closes the father fisher pink hind leg time tucked away top knot sight among umber nets sepia cordage oriental makes protest boat scuds join little fleet offing flippant tone all top knot impersonal reference it rather she use racial terms oriental stereotypes makes protest presented example worst victorian imperialist prejudice br br and yet fisher family introduced the perfect order propriety housekeeping noted mention made a largish japanese doll price two shillings threepence bayswater turns baby first glance merely another example western bigotry note however words kipling uses show us fact doll the doll wakes turns japanese baby something valuable money could buy japanese doll priceless human child commodity bought bayswater br br perhaps prejudice much surface kipling s writing surface reader s presuppositions time wry observation turns familiar world something fresh reminds reader shared humanity strange foreign people observed kipling tourist mere gawker whether strange yet familiar yokohama foreign vermont summary tim bulkeley p |
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5735 |
6292 |
Monk and the Hangman's Daughter |
Ambrose Bierce |
Historical Fiction |
A tragic but very captivating tale of a monk in the 17th century.</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-monk-and-the-hangmans-daughter-by-ambrose-bierce-and-adolph-de-castro/ |
tragic captivating tale monk 17th century p |
| 5779 |
5736 |
6293 |
Malay Archipelago, Vol. 2 |
Alfred Russel Wallace |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
A fascinating and classic Victorian ethnology of SE Asia, first published in 1869. The author was co-discoverer of evolution, together with Darwin. (Summary by Nicholas Longhurst) |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-malay-archipelago-vol-2-by-alfred-russel-wallace/ |
fascinating classic victorian ethnology se asia first published 1869 author co discoverer evolution together darwin summary nicholas longhurst |
| 5780 |
5737 |
6294 |
Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air |
Joseph Priestley |
*Non-fiction, Chemistry |
Joseph Priestley, FRS (13 March 1733 (O.S.) – 6 February 1804) was an 18th-century English theologian, Dissenting clergyman, natural philosopher, chemist, educator, and political theorist who published over 150 works. In “Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air,” he reviews experiments with gases. A common theme in this work is measuring the volumes of gases held in glass tubes, and their increase or decrease when exposed to other substances. He also tests the effects of gases on mice, plants and insects. <p></p>Priestley demonstrated that fixed air (now known as CO2) can be produced from several reactions including alcoholic fermentation, combustion and a mixture of oil of vitriol and chalk (sulfuric acid and calcium oxide). He also showed that it is soluble in water, and that its toxic effects can be reduced when agitated in water. In other experiments, he showed that combinations of gases can mix to form a smaller volume than the sum of both separate gases, as when he combined common air (atmospheric air) with nitrous air (nitric oxide, NO). <p></p>For some experiments, Priestley tests whether the properties of gases change when stored. He finds that inflammable air (hydrogen, H2 or a mixture of hydrocarbons) becomes less flammable but retains its toxic properties.<p></p>Also interested in electricity, Priestley tests the effects of gases on sparks. While he finds that gases are generally good insulators, he also finds that some gases change the colors of electric sparks. He also discovers that some mixtures of air explode in their entirety, while others must be combined with common air in order to burn. <p></p>Priestley uses several terms common to the study of natural philosophy, or chemical experiments as known today. Some of the terms are parts of obsolete theories or are old names for chemicals now given standard names. To better understand Priestley's observations, the following terms are defined according to their present names. <a href="http://www.archive.org/details/LexiconForExperimentsAndObservationsOnDifferentKindsOfAirByJoseph">here</a></p> |
English |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/experiments-and-observations-on-different-kinds-of-air-by-joseph-priestley/ |
joseph priestley frs 13 march 1733 o s 6 february 1804 18th century english theologian dissenting clergyman natural philosopher chemist educator political theorist published 150 works experiments observations different kinds air reviews experiments gases common theme work measuring volumes gases held glass tubes increase decrease exposed substances also tests effects gases mice plants insects p p priestley demonstrated fixed air now known co2 produced several reactions including alcoholic fermentation combustion mixture oil vitriol chalk sulfuric acid calcium oxide also showed soluble water toxic effects reduced agitated water experiments showed combinations gases mix form smaller volume sum separate gases combined common air atmospheric air nitrous air nitric oxide no p p for experiments priestley tests whether properties gases change stored finds inflammable air hydrogen h2 mixture hydrocarbons becomes less flammable retains toxic properties p p also interested electricity priestley tests effects gases sparks finds gases generally good insulators also finds gases change colors electric sparks also discovers mixtures air explode entirety others must combined common air order burn p p priestley uses several terms common study natural philosophy chemical experiments known today terms parts obsolete theories old names chemicals given standard names better understand priestley s observations following terms defined according present names a href http www archive org details lexiconforexperimentsandobservationsondifferentkindsofairbyjoseph here a p |
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5744 |
6302 |
Old Times on the Mississippi |
Mark Twain |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Old Times on the Mississippi is a non-fiction work by Mark Twain. It was published in 1876. Originally published in serial form in the Atlantic Monthly, in 1875, this same work was published as chapters 4 through 17 in Twain's later work, Life on the Mississippi (1883). Old Times on the the Mississippi has one last chapter that has nothing to do with the rest of the book. A Literary Nightmare describes the funny/sad/maddening effect that a catchy jingle can have on those unlucky enough to be captured by one. (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/old-times-on-the-mississippi-by-mark-twain/ |
old times mississippi non fiction work mark twain published 1876 originally published serial form atlantic monthly 1875 work published chapters 4 17 twain s later work life mississippi 1883 old times mississippi one last chapter nothing rest book literary nightmare describes funny sad maddening effect catchy jingle unlucky enough captured one summary john greenman p |
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5738 |
6295 |
Iconoclastic Memories of the Civil War |
Ambrose Bierce |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
At the outset of the American Civil War, [the writer Ambrose] Bierce enlisted in the Union Army's 9th Indiana Infantry Regiment....In February 1862 he was commissioned First Lieutenant, and served on the staff of General William Babcock Hazen as a topographical engineer, making maps of likely battlefields. Bierce fought at the Battle of Shiloh (April 1862), a terrifying experience that became a source for several later short stories and the memoir, "What I Saw of Shiloh". In June 1864, he sustained a serious head wound at the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, and spent the rest of the summer on furlough, returning to active duty in September. He was discharged from the army in January 1865. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/iconoclastic-memories-of-the-civil-war-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
outset american civil war the writer ambrose bierce enlisted union army s 9th indiana infantry regiment in february 1862 commissioned first lieutenant served staff general william babcock hazen topographical engineer making maps likely battlefields bierce fought battle shiloh april 1862 terrifying experience became source several later short stories memoir what saw shiloh june 1864 sustained serious head wound battle kennesaw mountain spent rest summer furlough returning active duty september discharged army january 1865 summary wikipedia p |
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5739 |
6296 |
Around the World on a Bicycle, Vol. 2 |
Thomas Stevens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Thomas Stevens was the first person to circle the globe by bicycle, a large-wheeled Ordinary. His journey started in April 1884 in San Francisco from where he cycled to Boston to take a steamer to England. Crossing England, France, Central Europe and Asia Minor before he was turned back at the borders of Afghanistan. He returned part of the way to take a ship to Karachi, from where he crossed India. Another steam ship brought him from Calcutta to Hong Kong, and from Shanghai he set over to Japan, finally ending his journey after actually cycling 13.500 miles in Yokohama, December 1886. <br><br>\n\nThis is the second volume (of two) relating his travel experiences, detailing the part of the journey from Teheran to Yokohama. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-on-a-bicycle-vol-2-by-thomas-stevens/ |
thomas stevens first person circle globe bicycle large wheeled ordinary journey started april 1884 san francisco cycled boston take steamer england crossing england france central europe asia minor turned back borders afghanistan returned part way take ship karachi crossed india another steam ship brought calcutta hong kong shanghai set japan finally ending journey actually cycling 13 500 miles yokohama december 1886 br br second volume of two relating travel experiences detailing part journey teheran yokohama summary availle |
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5740 |
6297 |
Pentecost of Calamity |
Owen Wister |
Political Science, Modern (20th C) |
Nonfiction. Appalled by the savagery of World War I, Owen Wister in 1915 published an attempt to move the United States out of neutrality into joining the Allies against Germany. His aim was the quicker defeat of that nation. (Wister: “the new Trinity of German worship – the Super-man, the Super-race, and the Super-state.”) He was but one of many literary personages who joined in this effort. A moving quote: “Perhaps nothing save calamity will teach us what Europe is thankful to have learned again – that some things are worse than war, and that you can pay too high a price for peace; but that you cannot pay too high for the finding and keeping of your own soul.” (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-pentecost-of-calamity-by-owen-wister/ |
nonfiction appalled savagery world war i owen wister 1915 published attempt move united states neutrality joining allies germany aim quicker defeat nation wister the new trinity german worship super man super race super state one many literary personages joined effort moving quote perhaps nothing save calamity teach us europe thankful learned things worse war pay high price peace cannot pay high finding keeping soul summary david wales p |
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5741 |
6298 |
Blazed Trail |
Stewart Edward White |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
Stewart Edward White wrote fiction and non-fiction about adventure and travel, with an emphasis on natural history and outdoor living. White's books were popular at a time when America was losing its vanishing wilderness and many are based on his experiences in mining and lumber camps. The Blazed Trail is the story of early lumbermen in the northern woods of Michigan. The novel portrays the challenges faced by the workers focusing on one, Harry Thorpe, as he endeavors to be successful though completely unskilled when he enters the woods. The author mixes the splendor of nature with suspense, danger, and romance and provides glimpses into corrupt practices in the lumber industry at the time. (Summary by Tom Weiss)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-blazed-trail-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
stewart edward white wrote fiction non fiction adventure travel emphasis natural history outdoor living white s books popular time america losing vanishing wilderness many based experiences mining lumber camps blazed trail story early lumbermen northern woods michigan novel portrays challenges faced workers focusing one harry thorpe endeavors successful though completely unskilled enters woods author mixes splendor nature suspense danger romance provides glimpses corrupt practices lumber industry time summary tom weiss p |
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5742 |
6300 |
Christina |
L. G. Moberly |
General Fiction, Romance |
"Christina is a story of two people: Christina, a strong young and poor woman who searches for work and finds more than she bargained for, and Rupert, a middle class man who is pressured to marry and settle down. These 2 people meet frequently and start to confide in each other. But can they really help one another put their wounds from the past to rest and start a new life? And will their new life include one another? Lucy Gertrude Moberly was an English popular novelist whose wonderful writing style deserves attention." (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/christina-by-l-g-moberly/ |
christina story two people christina strong young poor woman searches work finds bargained for rupert middle class man pressured marry settle down 2 people meet frequently start confide other really help one another put wounds past rest start new life new life include one another lucy gertrude moberly english popular novelist whose wonderful writing style deserves attention summary stav nisser p |
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5743 |
6301 |
Short Poetry Collection 128 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2014. <br/><br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-128/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers january 2014 br br |
| 5788 |
5753 |
6311 |
Crossways |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry |
The first collection by Irish-born poet William Butler Yeats. Many decades before his mysterious and austere Modernist verse earned him a nobel prize, Yeats achieved renown as one of the last major poets in the High Romantic tradition. These poems showcase his Celtic imagination, his love for Irish folk-tales, and his commitment to the Romantic ideal of love. (Summary by Kasper Nijsen) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/crossways-by-w-b-yeats/ |
first collection irish born poet william butler yeats many decades mysterious austere modernist verse earned nobel prize yeats achieved renown one last major poets high romantic tradition poems showcase celtic imagination love irish folk tales commitment romantic ideal love summary kasper nijsen p |
| 5789 |
5745 |
6303 |
Peggy's Trial |
Mary Knight Potter |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Ten-year old Peggy Clayton and her two younger brothers, Teddy and Harry, live with their father, Dr. Clayton, and Nurse, a woman who has taken care of them since the death of their mother when Peggy was five. Peggy is a sweet and kind little girl with a big imagination and a great sense of fun. Peggy's Trial follows her adventures with her friends at school, the mischief she and her brothers cause poor old Nurse, and even Peggy’s being chased by a bull. But nothing can prepare Peggy, Teddy and Harry when they fear they may lose their beloved father to a stepmother. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/peggys-trial-by-mary-knight-potter/ |
ten year old peggy clayton two younger brothers teddy harry live father dr clayton nurse woman taken care since death mother peggy five peggy sweet kind little girl big imagination great sense fun peggy s trial follows adventures friends school mischief brothers cause poor old nurse even peggy s chased bull nothing prepare peggy teddy harry fear may lose beloved father stepmother summary lee ann howlett p |
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5746 |
6304 |
Jill's Red Bag |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Children's Fiction |
Jack and Jill, along with their little sister "Bumps", are two pickles. Their curious, wild ways are too much for their guardians. But when their older sister reluctantly employs a governess for them, their feet are turned toward the "Golden City." (Summary by GabrielleC)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/jills-red-bag-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
jack jill along little sister bumps two pickles curious wild ways much guardians older sister reluctantly employs governess them feet turned toward golden city summary gabriellec p |
| 5791 |
5747 |
6305 |
Book of Concord Preface |
Unknown |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The Christian Book of Concord was published in 1580 as a collection of eleven documents: Three Ecumenical Creeds and eight documents from the Reformation Era. Here is the Preface to the entire work together with the Saxon Visitation Articles from 1592. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-concord-preface-by/ |
christian book concord published 1580 collection eleven documents three ecumenical creeds eight documents reformation era preface entire work together saxon visitation articles 1592 summary jonathan lange p |
| 5792 |
5748 |
6306 |
Irene Iddesleigh |
Amanda McKittrick Ros |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />Amanda McKittrick Ros, a Northern Irish writer, did for the novel what William McGonagall did for poetry and Florence Foster Jenkins for the coloratura voice. She published a number of novels (all at her own expense) and in addition to being a novelist was a poet, her best known being <em>Visiting Westminster Abbey</em> which begins:<br /><br />\nHoly Moses!<br />\nTake a look!<br />\nFlesh decayed in every nook!<br />\nSome rare bits of brain lie here,<br />\nMortal loads of beef and beer.<br /><br />\nThe best account of her life available on the web is probably <a href="http://oddbooks.co.uk/amanda/life.html" target="_blank">http://oddbooks.co.uk/amanda/life.html</a>. C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien and The Inklings were admirers and held competitions to see who could read her work for the longest time whist keeping a straight face. Sadly, all her books are now out of print but command high prices on the rare books market.<br /><br />\n<em>Irene Iddesleigh</em>, her first book, is a romantic novel, telling the common story of an unhappy, doomed marriage. The prose style however is unique. (Summary by AJM) <br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/irene-iddesleigh-by-amanda-mckittrick-ros/ |
br amanda mckittrick ros northern irish writer novel william mcgonagall poetry florence foster jenkins coloratura voice published number novels all expense addition novelist poet best known em visiting westminster abbey em begins br br holy moses br take look br flesh decayed every nook br rare bits brain lie here br mortal loads beef beer br br best account life available web probably a href http oddbooks co uk amanda life html target _blank http oddbooks co uk amanda life html a c s lewis j r r tolkien inklings admirers held competitions see could read work longest time whist keeping straight face sadly books print command high prices rare books market br br em irene iddesleigh em first book romantic novel telling common story unhappy doomed marriage prose style however unique summary ajm br br |
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5749 |
6307 |
One Basket |
Edna Ferber |
Single Author Collections |
This sparkling collection of 7 short stories by Ferber includes some that are considered her all time best like The Woman Who Tried To be Good and The Maternal Feminine. Writing for and about women, Edna Ferber touches the very heart and soul of what it means to be human; to make good choices and bad; to be weak and strong. This was a very popular book when published in 1913 (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/one-basket-by-edna-ferber/ |
sparkling collection 7 short stories ferber includes considered time best like woman tried good maternal feminine writing women edna ferber touches heart soul means human make good choices bad weak strong popular book published 1913 summary phil chenevert p |
| 5794 |
5750 |
6308 |
Book of Life |
Upton Sinclair |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
<br />Faith and reason, love and virtue, morality and mortality! In these two short volumes the famous novelist, essayist, and playwright, Upton Sinclair, confided his most prized worldly wisdom for generations to come. His kind and witty personal advice both provokes and enlightens page by page. (Summary by Rom Maczka) <br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-life-by-upton-sinclair/ |
br faith reason love virtue morality mortality two short volumes famous novelist essayist playwright upton sinclair confided prized worldly wisdom generations come kind witty personal advice provokes enlightens page page summary rom maczka br br |
| 5795 |
5751 |
6309 |
Königsgaukler |
Manfred Kyber |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In diesem "indischen Märchen" erzählt Manfred Kyber die Geschichte von Mantao, der als Sohn armer, einfacher Leute geboren wird, aber in Wahrheit ein Königssohn ist. Wir begleiten Mantao auf seinem Lebensweg, auf dem uns Wiedergeburt und Bestimmung, Versuchung und die Erfüllung einer göttlichen Aufgabe, die ewige Verkettung der Dinge und die Verantwortung für die Schöpfung begegnen. Mit einer poetischen Sprache schafft Kyber eine schöne, leicht mystische Atmosphäre.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/der-konigsgaukler-by-manfred-kyber/ |
diesem indischen märchen erzählt manfred kyber die geschichte von mantao der als sohn armer einfacher leute geboren wird aber wahrheit ein königssohn ist wir begleiten mantao auf seinem lebensweg auf dem uns wiedergeburt und bestimmung versuchung und die erfüllung einer göttlichen aufgabe die ewige verkettung der dinge und die verantwortung für die schöpfung begegnen mit einer poetischen sprache schafft kyber eine schöne leicht mystische atmosphäre zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 5796 |
5752 |
6310 |
Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyám (Whinfield Translation) |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
Omar Khayyám (1048–1131) was a Persian poet, mathematician and astronomer. In the Western world he is most famous for his many rubáiyát (quatrains), a four line rhyming stanza, which were popularized in an extensively reworked collection in English by Edward Fitzgerald, the first edition of which appeared in 1859.<p>However, Fitzgerald was neither the first nor the most scholarly of the translators of Omar Khayyam’s rubáiyát. As well as translating the poems of Hafez and Rumi, Edward Henry Whinfield (1836-1922) also produced a much more extensive English version of the rubáiyát. In 1883 he published a bilingual edition of 500 quatrains, in which the Persian original is presented side by side with the English translation.<p>This is a bilingual recording. Each quatrain will be read first in Persian and then in English translation. While listeners unfamiliar with the Persian language will not able to appreciate the meaning of the quatrains in their original form, everyone can at least enjoy the musicality of Omar’s verse, which Whinfield often succeeds in capturing. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
Multilingual |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-version-2-by-omar-khayyam/ |
omar khayyám 1048 1131 persian poet mathematician astronomer western world famous many rubáiyát quatrains four line rhyming stanza popularized extensively reworked collection english edward fitzgerald first edition appeared 1859 p however fitzgerald neither first scholarly translators omar khayyam s rubáiyát well translating poems hafez rumi edward henry whinfield 1836 1922 also produced much extensive english version rubáiyát 1883 published bilingual edition 500 quatrains persian original presented side side english translation p this bilingual recording quatrain read first persian english translation listeners unfamiliar persian language able appreciate meaning quatrains original form everyone least enjoy musicality omar s verse whinfield often succeeds capturing summary algy pug p |
| 5797 |
5754 |
6312 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. (Summary by Kristingj) </p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-2-1844-to-1847-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
| 5798 |
5755 |
6313 |
Moni the Goat-Boy |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Moni is the goat boy who takes care of all the goats belonging to the people of Fideris, Switzerland. He loves to sing, yodel, and whistle while he romps with the goats all day long on the mountains. His favorite is a young kid named Mäggerli. One day Moni comes across a serious situation where he must keep a deceitful secret in order to protect Mäggerli from being killed. Will Moni risk the life of Mäggerli and tell the truth? This delightful short story teaches children that to trust God and do right is always better than being deceitful. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/moni-the-goat-boy-by-johanna-spyri/ |
moni goat boy takes care goats belonging people fideris switzerland loves sing yodel whistle romps goats day long mountains favorite young kid named mäggerli one day moni comes across serious situation must keep deceitful secret order protect mäggerli killed moni risk life mäggerli tell truth delightful short story teaches children trust god right always better deceitful summary abigail rasmussen p |
| 5799 |
5756 |
6314 |
Silas Marner (version 2) |
George Eliot |
Literary Fiction |
Reputed as Eliot’s favourite novel Silas Marner is set in the early years of the 19th century. Marner, a weaver, is a member of a small congregation in Lantern Yard. Falsely accused of a crime he didn’t commit, he leaves his home and lives a solitary life near the village of Raveloe. Dedicating his life to weaving and hoarding gold for the next fifteen years, circumstances beyond his control shape his destiny and help to restore his faith in humanity.(Summary by T.Hynes)</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/silas-marner-by-george-eliot-2/ |
reputed eliot s favourite novel silas marner set early years 19th century marner weaver member small congregation lantern yard falsely accused crime didn t commit leaves home lives solitary life near village raveloe dedicating life weaving hoarding gold next fifteen years circumstances beyond control shape destiny help restore faith humanity summary t hynes p |
| 5800 |
5757 |
6315 |
Cry From An Indian Wife |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of A Cry From an Indian Wife by E. Pauline Johnson,. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 29, 2012.<br><br>In 1892 the opportunity of a lifetime came to this young versifier, when Frank Yeigh, the president of the Young Liberals' Club, of Toronto, conceived the idea of having an evening of Canadian literature, at which all available Canadian authors should be guests and read from their own works.<br><br>Among the authors present on this occasion was Pauline Johnson, who contributed to the programme one of her compositions, entitled "A Cry from an Indian Wife"; and when she recited without text this much-discussed poem, which shows the Indian's side of the North-West Rebellion, she was greeted with tremendous applause from an audience which represented the best of Toronto's art, literature and culture. She was the only one on the programme who received an encore, and to this she replied with one of her favourite canoeing poems.<br><br>The following morning the entire press of Toronto asked why this young writer was not on the platform as a professional reader; while two of the dailies even contained editorials on the subject, inquiring why she had never published a volume of her poems, and insisted so strongly that the public should hear more of her, that Mr. Frank Yeigh arranged for her to give an entire evening in Association Hall within two weeks from the date of her first appearance. It was for this first recital that she wrote the poem by which she is best known, "The Song my Paddle Sings."<br>( Summary from the Biographical Sketch included in Flint And Feather, collected verse by E. Pauline Johnson )</p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-cry-from-an-indian-wife-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings cry indian wife e pauline johnson fortnightly poetry project january 29 2012 br br in 1892 opportunity lifetime came young versifier frank yeigh president young liberals club toronto conceived idea evening canadian literature available canadian authors guests read works br br among authors present occasion pauline johnson contributed programme one compositions entitled a cry indian wife recited without text much discussed poem shows indian s side north west rebellion greeted tremendous applause audience represented best toronto s art literature culture one programme received encore replied one favourite canoeing poems br br the following morning entire press toronto asked young writer platform professional reader two dailies even contained editorials subject inquiring never published volume poems insisted strongly public hear her mr frank yeigh arranged give entire evening association hall within two weeks date first appearance first recital wrote poem best known the song paddle sings br summary biographical sketch included flint feather collected verse e pauline johnson p |
| 5801 |
5758 |
6316 |
Quatrain |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Quatrain by Omar Khayyám. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 29, 2012.<br/><br/>This is the first known English translation of a quatrain by Omar Khayyám. It appeared in Sir William Jones's "A Grammar of the Persian Language" (1771). (Introduction by Algy Pug)<br/><br/> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/quatrain-by-omar-khayyam/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings quatrain omar khayyám weekly poetry project january 29 2012 br br this first known english translation quatrain omar khayyám appeared sir william jones s a grammar persian language 1771 introduction algy pug br br |
| 5802 |
5759 |
6318 |
Inheritors |
Susan Glaspell |
Plays, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
Inheritors, (1921) by American dramatist Susan Glaspell concerns the legacy of an idealistic farmer who wills his highly coveted midwest farmland to the establishment of a college (Act I.) Forty years later, when his granddaughter stands up for the rights of Hindu nationals to protest at the college her grandfather founded, she jeopardizes funding for the college itself and sets herself against her own uncle, president of the institution's trustees (Acts II & III.) Ultimately, she defies her family's wishes, and as a consequence is bound for prison herself (Act IV.) The play was a stirring defense of free speech and an individual's ability to stand for his or her own ideal during a time of aggressive anti-Communist politics in the US. Inheritors was first performed at Provincetown Playhouse in 1922, the last of Glaspell's plays presented there. It has been revived in New York City by Mirror Repertory in 1983 and Metropolitan Playhouse in 2005. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Grandmother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>Silas Morton, Emil Johnson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Felix Fejevary the First: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Felix Fejevary the Second: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7314">Rick Cahill</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Senator Lewis, Ira Morton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Horace Fejevary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Doris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Fussie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6489">Liz Bennington</a><br>Madeline Fejevary Morton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Isabel Fejevary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>Harry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7111">MichaelH-S</a><br>Holden: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Audio edited by Chuck Williamson<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/inheritors-by-susan-glaspell/ |
inheritors 1921 american dramatist susan glaspell concerns legacy idealistic farmer wills highly coveted midwest farmland establishment college act i forty years later granddaughter stands rights hindu nationals protest college grandfather founded jeopardizes funding college sets uncle president institution s trustees acts ii iii ultimately defies family s wishes consequence bound prison act iv play stirring defense free speech individual s ability stand ideal time aggressive anti communist politics us inheritors first performed provincetown playhouse 1922 last glaspell s plays presented there revived new york city mirror repertory 1983 metropolitan playhouse 2005 summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br smith a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br grandmother a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br silas morton emil johnson a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br felix fejevary first a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br felix fejevary second a href http librivox org reader 7314 rick cahill a a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br senator lewis ira morton a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br horace fejevary a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br doris a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br fussie a href http librivox org reader 6489 liz bennington a br madeline fejevary morton a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br isabel fejevary a href http librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br harry a href http librivox org reader 7111 michaelh s a br holden a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br audio edited chuck williamson p |
| 5803 |
5760 |
6319 |
One of My Sons |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
A young girl frantically summons a gentleman walking by on the street to come in and help her grandfather. Arthur Outhwaite answers her cry for help only to find himself as the last person to see her grandfather alive and left with the admonishment from the dying man to deliver a letter to someone, and to that person only. Unfortunately, he dies before he can inform Outhwaite who that particular person is. Being in a house of strangers, Outhwaite is thrust into the mystery of not only finding this unknown person, but is also faced with the mysterious circumstances under which the child's grandfather died. (Summary by Laura Victoria) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/one-of-my-sons-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
young girl frantically summons gentleman walking street come help grandfather arthur outhwaite answers cry help find last person see grandfather alive left admonishment dying man deliver letter someone person only unfortunately dies inform outhwaite particular person is house strangers outhwaite thrust mystery finding unknown person also faced mysterious circumstances child s grandfather died summary laura victoria p |
| 5804 |
5769 |
6328 |
Arizona Nights |
Stewart Edward White |
Westerns, Single Author Collections |
Arizona Nights is a collection of tales from the American West as told by those who took part in them. (Summary by Adam E. Maroney) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/arizona-nights-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
arizona nights collection tales american west told took part them summary adam e maroney |
| 5805 |
7941 |
8559 |
Story of the Romans |
H. A. Guerber |
Children's Non-fiction, Historical Fiction |
A collection of short stories and histories of Rome, from its beginning to its end. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-romans-by-h-a-guerber/ |
collection short stories histories rome beginning end ann boulais p |
| 5806 |
5761 |
6320 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1A |
David Hume |
*Non-fiction, History |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off. (Summary by Richard Carpenter) </p> |
English |
1754 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1a-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off summary richard carpenter p |
| 5807 |
5762 |
6321 |
Biographien der Selbstmörder, 1. Teil |
Christian Heinrich Spieß |
Single Author Collections |
Die "Biographien der Selbstmörder" sind keine wirklichen Biographien, sondern eine Sammlung von kurzen Geschichten, die meist tragisch enden. Das verbindende Element ist ein Selbstmord, der in jeder Geschichte vorkommt. \n(Zusammenfassung von Rainer)</p> |
German |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/biographien-der-selbstmoerder-1-teil-by-christian-heinrich-spies/ |
die biographien der selbstmörder sind keine wirklichen biographien sondern eine sammlung von kurzen geschichten die meist tragisch enden das verbindende element ist ein selbstmord der jeder geschichte vorkommt zusammenfassung von rainer p |
| 5808 |
5763 |
6322 |
Hoof and Claw |
Sir Charles G. D. Roberts |
Single Author Collections |
These 14 short stories about animals are superb examples of Roberts smooth storytelling style. Knows as the Father of Canadian Poetry, he loved to also write in prose about the wilderness and the personalities of the animals to be found there as well as the exciting things they are capable of. Bears, White Wolves, Lynxs, hawks and yes, cattle are just a few of the animals written about. (Summary by philchenevert)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/hoof-and-claw-by-charles-g-d-roberts/ |
14 short stories animals superb examples roberts smooth storytelling style knows father canadian poetry loved also write prose wilderness personalities animals found well exciting things capable of bears white wolves lynxs hawks yes cattle animals written about summary philchenevert p |
| 5809 |
5764 |
6323 |
Peep Behind the Scenes |
Mrs. O. F. Walton |
Family, Religion, Christian Fiction |
Rosalie is the daughter of a traveling theater master and is envied by many young girls as she appears to live a life full of glamour, glitz, and glory. But beneath the happy smiling face is a hurting heart, a deep sorrow for her dying mother, and a wretched life. Follow Rosalie as she learns of the Good Shepherd who loves and cares for her, and begins to trust Him for daily strength. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/a-peep-behind-the-scenes-by-mrs-o-f-walton/ |
rosalie daughter traveling theater master envied many young girls appears live life full glamour glitz glory beneath happy smiling face hurting heart deep sorrow dying mother wretched life follow rosalie learns good shepherd loves cares her begins trust daily strength summary abigail rasmussen p |
| 5810 |
5765 |
6324 |
Short Poetry Collection 105 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-105-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers february 2012 br br |
| 5811 |
5766 |
6325 |
Kindness |
Frederick William Faber |
*Non-fiction, Christianity - Other |
Father Frederick William Faber was a beloved spiritual writer, preacher, and superior of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in London. An Oxford scholar and Anglican priest since 1839, Faber converted to Roman Catholicism in 1845 following his mentor John Henry (later Cardinal) Newman. During the 1850s, Father Faber published several popular spiritual books, which have been treasured by Catholics ever since: All for Jesus, Growth in Holiness, The Blessed Sacrament, The Creator and the Creature, The Foot of the Cross, Spiritual Conferences, The Precious Blood, and Bethlehem. The present work, Kindness, which bears an imprimatur, is taken in part from Spiritual Conferences, which was published in 1859. (Introduction by dave7)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/kindness-by-frederick-william-faber/ |
father frederick william faber beloved spiritual writer preacher superior oratory st philip neri london oxford scholar anglican priest since 1839 faber converted roman catholicism 1845 following mentor john henry later cardinal newman 1850s father faber published several popular spiritual books treasured catholics ever since jesus growth holiness blessed sacrament creator creature foot cross spiritual conferences precious blood bethlehem present work kindness bears imprimatur taken part spiritual conferences published 1859 introduction dave7 p |
| 5812 |
5767 |
6326 |
Trail of the Axe |
Ridgwell Cullum |
Westerns |
Dave ran a lumber mill in western Canada. There are some workers within his organization who he trusts implicitly, some who he doesn't trust at all, and some who he is unsure about. But Dave is basically a trusting soul. Most of the folks in Malkern liked him, as he had been a major factor in shaping the village and in providing employment for a lot of the folks who lived in the area. Dave was not a pleasant site to look at; ungainly, not very attractive, yet he had a heart that was the antithesis of his lack of physical attractiveness. \n\nDave was a good friend to Betty, who had promised her hand in marriage to Jim Truscott, who was on leave from Malkern searching for gold in the Yukon territory to secure a future for himself and his bride-to-be. Truscott had asked Dave to watch over Betty during his absence, but when he returned from his fortune seeking expedition in the Yukon, Truscott was a changed man. He didn't seem the same personable Jim Truscott that Betty had promised herself to, and Dave was a bit suspicious of his personality alterations as well. Now, Betty had to decide whether to hold herself to her promise, and Dave had to determine whether or not he should also keep himself to the promise he had made to his friend.\n\nThere is plenty of action, suspense, and personal introspection combined with a love story in The Trail of the Axe, and many a surprise awaits every turn. (Summary by Roger Melin).<p>\n\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-trail-of-the-axe-by-ridgwell-cullum/ |
dave ran lumber mill western canada workers within organization trusts implicitly trust all unsure about dave basically trusting soul folks malkern liked him major factor shaping village providing employment lot folks lived area dave pleasant site look at ungainly attractive yet heart antithesis lack physical attractiveness dave good friend betty promised hand marriage jim truscott leave malkern searching gold yukon territory secure future bride to be truscott asked dave watch betty absence returned fortune seeking expedition yukon truscott changed man seem personable jim truscott betty promised to dave bit suspicious personality alterations well now betty decide whether hold promise dave determine whether also keep promise made friend plenty action suspense personal introspection combined love story trail axe many surprise awaits every turn summary roger melin p |
| 5813 |
5768 |
6327 |
Fifth Queen |
Ford Madox Ford |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The Fifth Queen trilogy is a series of connected historical novels by English novelist Ford Madox Ford. It consists of three novels, The Fifth Queen; And How She Came to Court (1906), Privy Seal (1907) and The Fifth Queen Crowned (1908), which present a highly fictionalized account of Katharine Howard's marriage to King Henry VIII. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-fifth-queen-by-ford-madox-ford/ |
fifth queen trilogy series connected historical novels english novelist ford madox ford consists three novels fifth queen came court 1906 privy seal 1907 fifth queen crowned 1908 present highly fictionalized account katharine howard s marriage king henry viii summary wikipedia p |
| 5814 |
5770 |
6329 |
Art of the Moving Picture |
Vachel Lindsay |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
<br />"This 1922 book by poet and sometime cultural critic Vachel Lindsay might have been the first to treat the then-new medium of moving pictures as an art form, one that was potentially as rich, complex, mysterious as far older ones, and whose physical and aesthetic properties were only starting to be understood. The highlight of the book might be “The Motion Picture of Fairy Splendor,” which examines the relationship between film storytelling, magic, myths, legends and bedtime stories. It’s discombobulating, in a good way, to read Lindsay’s attempts to grapple with what, precisely, cinema is. Being supposedly sophisticated 21st century people, we all feel as though we know what cinema is, and don’t need to have the basics explained to us, but this is really just vanity and ignorance talking. Bottom line: You haven’t really, seriously thought about movies — what they are, and what they can and cannot do, and become — until you’ve read this book." (Salon.com)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-the-moving-picture-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
br this 1922 book poet sometime cultural critic vachel lindsay might first treat then new medium moving pictures art form one potentially rich complex mysterious far older ones whose physical aesthetic properties starting understood highlight book might the motion picture fairy splendor examines relationship film storytelling magic myths legends bedtime stories it s discombobulating good way read lindsay s attempts grapple what precisely cinema is supposedly sophisticated 21st century people feel though know cinema is don t need basics explained us really vanity ignorance talking bottom line haven t really seriously thought movies are cannot do become you ve read book salon com br br |
| 5815 |
5771 |
6330 |
Ivanhoe NL |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Ivanhoe is een historische roman uit 1819 van Sir Walter Scott. Het verhaal speelt ten tijde van het bewind van koning Richard Leeuwenhart en handelt over de smeulende tegenstellingen tussen de Normandiërs en de Saksen in de eeuwen na de Normandische verovering. De historische juistheid van het verhaal werd al meteen na verschijning van het boek in twijfel getrokken en Scott gaf ook toe dat het zeer waarschijnlijk was "dat ik de gebruiken van twee of drie eeuwen heb verward", maar hij troostte zich ermee dat "de fouten van deze aard aan de meeste lezers voorbij zou gaan". </p> |
Dutch |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/ivanhoe-nl-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
ivanhoe een historische roman uit 1819 van sir walter scott het verhaal speelt ten tijde van het bewind van koning richard leeuwenhart en handelt de smeulende tegenstellingen tussen de normandiërs en de saksen de eeuwen na de normandische verovering de historische juistheid van het verhaal werd al meteen na verschijning van het boek twijfel getrokken en scott gaf ook toe dat het zeer waarschijnlijk dat ik de gebruiken van twee drie eeuwen heb verward maar hij troostte zich ermee dat de fouten van deze aard aan de meeste lezers voorbij zou gaan p |
| 5816 |
5772 |
6331 |
Jimmyjohn Boss and Other Stories |
Owen Wister |
General Fiction, Short Stories, Westerns |
This is the fifth published book of Owen Wister, author of the archetypical Western novel, The Virginian. Published in 1900, it comprises eight Western short stories. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-jimmyjohn-boss-and-other-stories-by-owen-wister/ |
fifth published book owen wister author archetypical western novel virginian published 1900 comprises eight western short stories summary david wales p |
| 5817 |
5773 |
6332 |
On Piety |
Jean Guibert |
Christianity - Other |
Father Jean Guibert of the Society of St. Sulpice served as superior of the Catholic Institute of Paris. He wrote this short book, which bears an imprimatur, for both those who practice piety and those who disdain it. As noted in the preface to this book, the practice of piety has many advantages. The pious person is drawn into closer contact with God, his heart is purified and made glad, his mind is enlightened, his will is strengthened, and his zeal to love God and neighbor is enkindled. In Part I (Chapters 1-11), Father Guibert discusses the nature of piety, and in Part II (Chapters 12-18), he enumerates its fruits. The sequel to On Piety is Guibert's On the Exercises of Piety, which illustrates how piety is practiced in various ways. (Summary by dave7) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/on-piety-by-jean-guibert/ |
father jean guibert society st sulpice served superior catholic institute paris wrote short book bears imprimatur practice piety disdain it noted preface book practice piety many advantages pious person drawn closer contact god heart purified made glad mind enlightened strengthened zeal love god neighbor enkindled part chapters 1 11 father guibert discusses nature piety part ii chapters 12 18 enumerates fruits sequel piety guibert s exercises piety illustrates piety practiced various ways summary dave7 p |
| 5818 |
5774 |
6333 |
Three Accounts of Peterloo |
Francis Archibald Bruton |
Modern (19th C) |
A companion volume to F.A. Bruton's 'The Story of Peterloo', the full title of this short collection is 'Three Accounts of Peterloo by Eyewitnesses, Bishop Stanley, Lord Hylton, John Benjamin Smith with Bishop Stanley's Evidence at the Trial'. The three contemporary accounts, each with a short introduction by the editor, give different perspectives on the events of 16 August 1819, when a troop of Hussars accompanied by the local Yeomanry rode into a peaceful reform rally at St. Peter's Fields, Manchester, leaving 18 dead and more than 700 injured. (Summary by Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/three-accounts-of-peterloo-by-francis-archibald-bruton/ |
companion volume f a bruton s the story peterloo full title short collection three accounts peterloo eyewitnesses bishop stanley lord hylton john benjamin smith bishop stanley s evidence trial three contemporary accounts short introduction editor give different perspectives events 16 august 1819 troop hussars accompanied local yeomanry rode peaceful reform rally st peter s fields manchester leaving 18 dead 700 injured summary phil benson p |
| 5819 |
5775 |
6334 |
Necessity of Atheism |
David Marshall Brooks |
Religion, Atheism & Agnosticism |
Plain speaking is necessary in any discussion of religion, for if the freethinker attacks the religious dogmas with hesitation, the orthodox believer assumes that it is with regret that the freethinker would remove the crutch that supports the orthodox. And all religious beliefs are "crutches" hindering the free locomotive efforts of an advancing humanity. There are no problems related to human progress and happiness in this age which any theology can solve, and which the teachings of freethought cannot do better and without the aid of encumbrances. (Summary from the preface)</p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/the-necessity-of-atheism-by-david-marshall-brooks/ |
plain speaking necessary discussion religion freethinker attacks religious dogmas hesitation orthodox believer assumes regret freethinker would remove crutch supports orthodox religious beliefs crutches hindering free locomotive efforts advancing humanity problems related human progress happiness age theology solve teachings freethought cannot better without aid encumbrances summary preface p |
| 5820 |
7961 |
8579 |
Twilight Voices |
William Allingham |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Allingham was an Irish poet, diarist and editor, who wrote several volumes of lyric verse. (Summary by David Lawrence) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/twilight-voices-by-william-allingham/ |
william allingham irish poet diarist editor wrote several volumes lyric verse summary david lawrence |
| 5821 |
5776 |
6335 |
My Discovery of England |
Stephen Leacock |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
"In the course of time a very considerable public feeling was aroused in the United States and Canada over this state of affairs. The lack of reciprocity in it seemed unfair. It was felt (or at least I felt) that the time had come when some one ought to go over and take some impressions off England. The choice of such a person (my choice) fell upon myself. By an arrangement with the Geographical Society of America, acting in conjunction with the Royal Geographical Society of England (to both of whom I communicated my proposal), I went at my own expense."<br/><br/>\n\nAnd from thence follow the impressions of Canadian political economist and humourist, Stephen Leacock, after a lecturing visit to England. (Summary by the author & TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/my-discovery-of-england-by-stephen-leacock/ |
in course time considerable public feeling aroused united states canada state affairs lack reciprocity seemed unfair felt or least felt time come one ought go take impressions england choice person my choice fell upon myself arrangement geographical society america acting conjunction royal geographical society england to communicated proposal went expense br br thence follow impressions canadian political economist humourist stephen leacock lecturing visit england summary author triciag p |
| 5822 |
5777 |
6336 |
Heart of Darkness (version 2) |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<br />Heart of Darkness is a novella written by Joseph Conrad. Before its 1903 publication, it appeared as a three-part series (1899) in Blackwood's Magazine. It was classified by the Modern Library website editors as one of the "100 best novels" and part of the Western canon. The story centres on Charles Marlow, who narrates most of the book. He is an Englishman who takes a foreign assignment from a Belgian trading company as a river-boat captain in Africa. Heart of Darkness exposes the dark side of European colonization while exploring the three levels of darkness that the protagonist, Marlow, encounters: the darkness of the Congo wilderness, the darkness of the Europeans' cruel treatment of the African natives, and the unfathomable darkness within every human being for committing heinous acts of evil. Although Conrad does not give the name of the river, at the time of writing the Congo Free State, the location of the large and important Congo River, was a private colony of Belgium's King Leopold II. In the story, Marlow is employed to transport ivory downriver. However, his more pressing assignment is to return Kurtz, another ivory trader, to civilization, in a cover-up. Kurtz has a reputation throughout the region. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/heart-of-darkness-version-2-by-joseph-conrad/ |
br heart darkness novella written joseph conrad 1903 publication appeared three part series 1899 blackwood s magazine classified modern library website editors one 100 best novels part western canon story centres charles marlow narrates book englishman takes foreign assignment belgian trading company river boat captain africa heart darkness exposes dark side european colonization exploring three levels darkness protagonist marlow encounters darkness congo wilderness darkness europeans cruel treatment african natives unfathomable darkness within every human committing heinous acts evil although conrad give name river time writing congo free state location large important congo river private colony belgium s king leopold ii story marlow employed transport ivory downriver however pressing assignment return kurtz another ivory trader civilization cover up kurtz reputation throughout region summary wikipedia br br |
| 5823 |
5778 |
6337 |
Girl from Montana |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
Young Elizabeth, left orphaned by an evildoer who murders her last brother, flees Montana on horseback to find her remaining relatives in the East. Her social and spiritual journey leads her through harrowing encounters, struggles between good and evil, romance and, ultimately, love and fortune. Classic Grace Livingston Hill. (Introduction by Gail Mattern)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-from-montana-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
young elizabeth left orphaned evildoer murders last brother flees montana horseback find remaining relatives east social spiritual journey leads harrowing encounters struggles good evil romance and ultimately love fortune classic grace livingston hill introduction gail mattern p |
| 5824 |
5779 |
6338 |
Angels of Mons |
Arthur Machen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Angels of Mons is a popular legend about a group of angels who supposedly protected members of the British army in the Battle of Mons at the outset of World War I. The story is fictitious, developed through a combination of a patriotic short story by Arthur Machen, rumours, mass hysteria and urban legend, claimed visions after the battle and also possibly deliberately seeded propaganda. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-angels-of-mons-by-arthur-machen/ |
angels mons popular legend group angels supposedly protected members british army battle mons outset world war i story fictitious developed combination patriotic short story arthur machen rumours mass hysteria urban legend claimed visions battle also possibly deliberately seeded propaganda summary wikipedia |
| 5825 |
5780 |
6339 |
Story of Manhattan |
Charles Hemstreet |
*Non-fiction, History |
<br />The history of New York City is told as a story, in few words. It begins with Henry Hudson's discovery of Manhattan in 1609. And it finishes in 1898 when the island of Manhattan becomes the Borough of Manhattan of Greater New York. (Summary by Guero.) <br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-manhattan-by-charles-hemstreet/ |
br the history new york city told story words begins henry hudson s discovery manhattan 1609 finishes 1898 island manhattan becomes borough manhattan greater new york summary guero br br |
| 5826 |
5781 |
6340 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 11. November 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the November Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The Witwatersrand and the Revolt of the Uitlanders, by George F. Becker</li>\n<li>The Economic Aspects of Soil Erosion (Part 2) by Dr N. S. Shaler</li>\n<li>A Critical Period in South African History, by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Geographical Notes - Asia</li></ul>\n<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-11-november-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly november number br includes following articles br ul li the witwatersrand revolt uitlanders george f becker li li the economic aspects soil erosion part 2 dr n s shaler li li a critical period south african history john hyde li li geographical notes asia li ul br |
| 5827 |
5782 |
6341 |
On the Duty of Civil Disobedience (Version 2) |
Henry David Thoreau |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
ivil Disobedience (Resistance to Civil Government) is an essay by American transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau that was first published in 1849. In it, Thoreau argues that individuals should not permit governments to overrule or atrophy their consciences, and that they have a duty to avoid allowing such acquiescence to enable the government to make them the agents of injustice. Thoreau was motivated in part by his disgust with slavery and the Mexican–American War. (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/civil-disobedience-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
ivil disobedience resistance civil government essay american transcendentalist henry david thoreau first published 1849 it thoreau argues individuals permit governments overrule atrophy consciences duty avoid allowing acquiescence enable government make agents injustice thoreau motivated part disgust slavery mexican american war summary wikipedia p |
| 5828 |
5783 |
6342 |
Racketty-Packetty House and other stories |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Short works |
This is a collection of short stories and fairy tales by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the author of The Secret Garden and A little Princess. (Summary by Elli)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/racketty-packetty-house-and-other-stories-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
collection short stories fairy tales frances hodgson burnett author secret garden little princess summary elli p |
| 5829 |
12733 |
13458 |
Story of a Nodding Donkey |
Laura Lee Hope |
General |
One of the twelve Make Believe Stories by Laura Lee Hope, The Nodding Donkey is one of the toys made with care in Santa's workshop. He then comes to earth, where he belongs to some fortunate boy or girl, and the adventures begin! - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-nodding-donkey-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
one twelve make believe stories laura lee hope nodding donkey one toys made care santa s workshop comes earth belongs fortunate boy girl adventures begin summary nan dodge |
| 5830 |
5784 |
6343 |
Appeal |
Anne Brontë |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 recordings of Appeal by Anne Brontë. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 5, 2012.<br><br>Appeal appears in 'Poems by Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell,' the first book ever published by the Bronte sisters. This book, a collection of poems by all the sisters, was first published in 1846 but did not sell at that time. After the sisters had made their names as novelists (and, sadly, after the deaths of Anne and Emily) a second edition was published in 1850 and became a commercial success.\nIn order to be taken seriously as poets and authors all three sisters adopted male pen names. Anne's particular pseudonym was Acton Bell.<br>(Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/appeal-by-anne-bronte/ |
librivox volunteers bring 24 recordings appeal anne brontë weekly poetry project february 5 2012 br br appeal appears poems currer ellis acton bell first book ever published bronte sisters book collection poems sisters first published 1846 sell time sisters made names novelists and sadly deaths anne emily second edition published 1850 became commercial success order taken seriously poets authors three sisters adopted male pen names anne s particular pseudonym acton bell br summary lucy perry p |
| 5831 |
5785 |
6344 |
Chance |
Joseph Conrad |
General Fiction |
Apparently a two part story about a Damsel and a Knight, perhaps a damsel who depends upon the kindness of strangers. It was originally entitled "Dynamite" and first published by installments in the New York Herald. The book itself was the biggest commercial success for Conrad up until that time, 1913. It allowed Conrad for the first time to settle his financial affairs. The author's disdain for people who live on the land is apparent. A new understanding of the word "enthusiastic" is promulgated. And it is a love story. Let us see how the tale goes. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/chance-by-joseph-conrad/ |
apparently two part story damsel knight perhaps damsel depends upon kindness strangers originally entitled dynamite first published installments new york herald book biggest commercial success conrad time 1913 allowed conrad first time settle financial affairs author s disdain people live land apparent new understanding word enthusiastic promulgated love story let us see tale goes summary jcarson p |
| 5832 |
5786 |
6345 |
Formation of Vegetable Moulds through the Action of Worms with Observations on their Habits |
Charles Darwin |
*Non-fiction, Science |
Charles Darwin LL.B F.R.S was the discoverer of evolution and argued the role of "natural selection" in directing the evolution of species. Darwin also had an interest in the formation of soils (moulds) that began relatively early in his life, with a paper "On the Formation of Vegetable Moulds" delivered to the Geological Society of London in 1937. Darwin's last book, The Formation of Vegetable Moulds through the Action of Worms with Observations on their Habits, was completed in 1881. (Summary by gailtv)<p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-formation-of-vegetable-moulds-through-the-action-of-worms-with-observations-on-their-habits-by-charles-darwin/ |
charles darwin ll b f r s discoverer evolution argued role natural selection directing evolution species darwin also interest formation soils moulds began relatively early life paper on formation vegetable moulds delivered geological society london 1937 darwin s last book formation vegetable moulds action worms observations habits completed 1881 summary gailtv p |
| 5833 |
5787 |
6346 |
Importance of Being Earnest (version 3) |
Oscar Wilde |
Comedy |
Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest is subtitled "A Trivial Comedy for Serious People," and has proved immensely popular since its first performance in 1895. The play certainly has its farcical and comic elements, such as the witty banter exchanged by the characters and the flippant attitude towards love and marriage that characterizes the action. However, the play also explores more serious themes through the central story of Jack Worthing's search for his identity. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>John Worthing: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">Dublin Gothic</a><br>Algernon Moncrieff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5719">John Fricker</a><br>Rev. Chasuble: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Merriman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Lane: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lady Bracknell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Gwendolyn Fairfax: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1295">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Cecily Cardew: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Miss Prism: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6173">Carol Box</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-importance-of-being-earnest-version-3-by-oscar-wilde/ |
oscar wilde s importance earnest subtitled a trivial comedy serious people proved immensely popular since first performance 1895 play certainly farcical comic elements witty banter exchanged characters flippant attitude towards love marriage characterizes action however play also explores serious themes central story jack worthing s search identity summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br john worthing a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublin gothic a br algernon moncrieff a href http librivox org reader 5719 john fricker a br rev chasuble a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br merriman a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br lane a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lady bracknell a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br gwendolyn fairfax a href http librivox org reader 1295 elizabeth klett a br cecily cardew a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br miss prism a href http librivox org reader 6173 carol box a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5788 |
6347 |
Young Robin Hood |
George Manville Fenn |
General Fiction |
Ever wonder how Robin Hood became Robin Hood? Well, now you can read how a young boy was molded into the famous hero who "robbed from the rich and gave to the poor". This imaginative story gives zesty details into the development and growth of the famous Robin Hood Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/young-robin-hood-by-george-fenn/ |
ever wonder robin hood became robin hood well read young boy molded famous hero robbed rich gave poor imaginative story gives zesty details development growth famous robin hood summary phil chenevert p |
| 5835 |
5789 |
6348 |
Major Barbara |
George Bernard Shaw |
Comedy |
George Bernard Shaw's Major Barbara focuses on the family of aristocratic Lady Britomart Undershaft and her estranged husband Andrew, a millionaire armaments manufacturer. Their daughters Sarah and Barbara are both engaged to be married, and Lady Britomart decides to ask Andrew for monetary support. Barbara is a Major in the Salvation Army, and agrees to let her father visit the mission in the East End of London where she works. In exchange, she agrees to visit his munitions factory. The conflict between Barbara's philanthropic idealism and her father's hard-headed capitalism clash when he decides he wants to fund the Salvation Army. Shaw's comedy, as always, delves into political and social issues of the period, and provides a roster of finely- and humorously-drawn characters. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Stephen Undershaft: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Lady Britomart Undershaft: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Sarah Undershaft: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Barbara Undershaft/Rummy Mitchens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Charles Lomax: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Adolphus Cusins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Morrison/Bilton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Andrew Undershaft: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Snobby Price: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7162">Joshua Tesch</a><br>Jenny Hill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Peter Shirley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Bill Walker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mrs. Baines: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/major-barbara-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
george bernard shaw s major barbara focuses family aristocratic lady britomart undershaft estranged husband andrew millionaire armaments manufacturer daughters sarah barbara engaged married lady britomart decides ask andrew monetary support barbara major salvation army agrees let father visit mission east end london works exchange agrees visit munitions factory conflict barbara s philanthropic idealism father s hard headed capitalism clash decides wants fund salvation army shaw s comedy always delves political social issues period provides roster finely humorously drawn characters summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br stephen undershaft a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br lady britomart undershaft a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy l gramour a br sarah undershaft a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br barbara undershaft rummy mitchens a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br charles lomax a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br adolphus cusins a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br morrison bilton a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br andrew undershaft a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br snobby price a href http librivox org reader 7162 joshua tesch a br jenny hill a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br peter shirley a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br bill walker a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mrs baines a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 5836 |
5792 |
6351 |
Lyrical Ballads (1798) |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Poetry |
<br /><em>Lyrical Ballads, with a Few Other Poems</em> is a collection of poems by William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, first published in 1798 and generally considered to have marked the beginning of the English Romantic movement in literature. The immediate effect on critics was modest, but it became and remains a landmark, changing the course of English literature and poetry. Most of the poems in the 1798 edition were written by Wordsworth, with Coleridge contributing only four poems to the collection, including one of his most famous works, <em>The Rime of the Ancient Mariner</em>. (Additionally, though only the two writers are credited for the works, William's sister Dorothy Wordsworth's diary which held powerful descriptions of everyday surroundings influenced William's poetry immensely.) (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/lyrical-ballads-1798-by-william-wordsworth-and-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
br em lyrical ballads poems em collection poems william wordsworth samuel taylor coleridge first published 1798 generally considered marked beginning english romantic movement literature immediate effect critics modest became remains landmark changing course english literature poetry poems 1798 edition written wordsworth coleridge contributing four poems collection including one famous works em the rime ancient mariner em additionally though two writers credited works william s sister dorothy wordsworth s diary held powerful descriptions everyday surroundings influenced william s poetry immensely summary wikipedia br br |
| 5837 |
5793 |
6352 |
Liliecrona's Home |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
<br />Liliecrona's Home was published in Sweden 1911, translated into English by Anna Harwell and published in London in 1913. The story is set in the same surroundings in the district of Värmland which Lagerlöf knew so well and used in many of her books.<br /><br />At the bottom of the dried out Svartsjö lake (Black Lake) there lies the Lövdala Parsonage with its stables and outhouses. There resides the goodhearted, widowed, Pastor Lyselius and his beautiful daughter. Here one day, arrives his new wife, who turns out to be a wicked stepmother. She tempts with her cooking and other allurements, but soon shows her real self. She torments her servants and especially the parson's daughter, mamsell Maia Lisa. We follow mamsell Maia Lisa through torments and sufferings where she gets ever new and harder burdens to carry on her weak shoulders. But by her side in all weathers stands the cleareyed Little Maid, never afraid to say what she thinks or to defend justice. It is hard times when the stepmother is allowed to rule at Lövdala. Even the Parson abandons his nice personality and becomes a marionette who turns against those who he most loves. But changes will come in the end. (Summary by Lars Rolander adapted from Wikipedia-Sweden)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/liliecronas-home-by-selma-lagerlof/ |
br liliecrona s home published sweden 1911 translated english anna harwell published london 1913 story set surroundings district värmland lagerlöf knew well used many books br br at bottom dried svartsjö lake black lake lies lövdala parsonage stables outhouses resides goodhearted widowed pastor lyselius beautiful daughter one day arrives new wife turns wicked stepmother tempts cooking allurements soon shows real self torments servants especially parson s daughter mamsell maia lisa follow mamsell maia lisa torments sufferings gets ever new harder burdens carry weak shoulders side weathers stands cleareyed little maid never afraid say thinks defend justice hard times stepmother allowed rule lövdala even parson abandons nice personality becomes marionette turns loves changes come end summary lars rolander adapted wikipedia sweden br br |
| 5838 |
5794 |
6353 |
Nyckfull kvinna del 3 - Hustrun |
Emilie Flygare-Carlén |
General Fiction |
I denna den tredje delen av En nyckfull kvinna - Hustrun - har Edith Sternfelt till sist erkänt sina känslor för gårdens bruksförvaltare, Ernst Helmer, inför sig själv - och för Ernst. Hon har mot sin mors vilja slutligen också drivit igenom giftermål, men därmed även tvingats lämna sitt hem och sitt gamla liv bakom sig, för att tillsammans med Ernst bygga upp ett helt nytt liv som arrendatorshustru, långt från det gamla hemmet. Detta blir, efter den första lyckan, inte så lätt, och när såväl motgångar som svartsjuka och frestelser möter växer svårigheterna. (Sammanfattning/summary: Lars Rolander)<p> |
Swedish |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-3-hustrun-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/ |
denna den tredje delen av en nyckfull kvinna hustrun har edith sternfelt till sist erkänt sina känslor för gårdens bruksförvaltare ernst helmer inför sig själv och för ernst hon har mot sin mors vilja slutligen också drivit igenom giftermål men därmed även tvingats lämna sitt hem och sitt gamla liv bakom sig för att tillsammans med ernst bygga upp ett helt nytt liv som arrendatorshustru långt från det gamla hemmet detta blir efter den första lyckan inte så lätt och när såväl motgångar som svartsjuka och frestelser möter växer svårigheterna sammanfattning summary lars rolander p |
| 5839 |
5795 |
6354 |
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World |
Edgar James Banks |
Art, Design & Architecture, Antiquity |
<em>The 7 Wonders of the Ancient World</em> is a list of masterpieces of architecture and art of classical antiquity. First compiled in the second century BC, it served as a guidebook for the interested Hellenic traveller. This small book gives an introduction to all the entries on the list: The Pyramid of Khufu, the Walls of Babylon, the Satue of the Olympian Zeus, the Temple of Diana (or Artemis), the Tomb of King Mausolus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Pharos of Alexandria. Sadly for the modern tourist, all but the Pyramid of Giza have been destroyed centuries ago. (Summary by Availle.) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/seven-wonders-ancient-world-by-edgar-james-banks/ |
em the 7 wonders ancient world em list masterpieces architecture art classical antiquity first compiled second century bc served guidebook interested hellenic traveller small book gives introduction entries list pyramid khufu walls babylon satue olympian zeus temple diana or artemis tomb king mausolus colossus rhodes pharos alexandria sadly modern tourist pyramid giza destroyed centuries ago summary availle |
| 5840 |
5796 |
6356 |
On the Exercises of Piety |
Jean Guibert |
Christianity - Other |
In this book, Father Jean Guibert of the Society of St. Sulpice shows how piety permeates the spiritual life in mental and vocal prayer, in the sacraments, in various devotions, in spiritual reading, in the examination of one's conscience, and in spiritual retreats. This book is the sequel to Father Guibert's On Piety, wherein he explains the nature of piety and its effects. Both books bear an imprimatur. (Summary by dave7) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-exercises-of-piety-by-jean-guibert/ |
book father jean guibert society st sulpice shows piety permeates spiritual life mental vocal prayer sacraments various devotions spiritual reading examination one s conscience spiritual retreats book sequel father guibert s piety wherein explains nature piety effects books bear imprimatur summary dave7 p |
| 5841 |
5797 |
6357 |
Jerusalem Delivered |
Torquato Tasso |
Poetry, Epics |
The First Crusade provides the backdrop for a rich tapestry of political machinations, military conflicts, martial rivalries, and love stories, some of which are complicated by differences in religion. The supernatural plays a major role in the action. Partly on this account, and partly because of the multilayered, intertwined plots, the poem met with considerable contemporary criticism, so Tasso revised it radically and published the revision under a new name, La Gerusalemme Conquistata, or "Jerusalem Conquered," which has remained virtually unread, a warning to authors who pay attention to the critics.</p>\n\nThe original poem influenced Edmund Spenser, whose unfinished epic, The Faerie Queene, is still more complicated in plot than Tasso's poem and, being an allegory, affords the supernatural an even greater share in the action. In Milton's Paradise Lost, the council in hell (first half of Book II) owes much to Tasso's similar scene in Book IV. (Someone with sufficient background in Old English might profitably compare the tirade of Satan in Book IV to the remarkably similar speech of Satan in the Anglo-Saxon Genesis.) Moreover, Milton's decision to write in English rather than in Latin, then the language of international discourse, was due in part to his visit to Tasso's patron, Giovanni Battista Manso, who advised him as he had advised Torquato Tasso before him, to dignify his native language by employing his talents in bold defiance of custom and precedent. Had Petrarch had the benefit of Manso's advice, his great epic, The Africa, might now eclipse his off-hour doodlings, the sonnets about Laura.</p>\n\nThe text is the Gutenberg Project's version, corrected in certain places by consulting editions, also in the public domain, published in 1749, 1844, 1845, and 1901; A Dictionary of the Italian and English Languages, by Joseph Baretti (Venice, 1795); The Oxford English Dictionary; and an edition of La Gerusaleme liberata itself (Paris: Victor Masson, 1836).\n(Summary by Thomas A. Copeland)</p> |
English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/jerusalem-delivered-by-torquato-tasso/ |
first crusade provides backdrop rich tapestry political machinations military conflicts martial rivalries love stories complicated differences religion supernatural plays major role action partly account partly multilayered intertwined plots poem met considerable contemporary criticism tasso revised radically published revision new name la gerusalemme conquistata jerusalem conquered remained virtually unread warning authors pay attention critics p original poem influenced edmund spenser whose unfinished epic faerie queene still complicated plot tasso s poem and allegory affords supernatural even greater share action milton s paradise lost council hell first half book ii owes much tasso s similar scene book iv someone sufficient background old english might profitably compare tirade satan book iv remarkably similar speech satan anglo saxon genesis moreover milton s decision write english rather latin language international discourse due part visit tasso s patron giovanni battista manso advised advised torquato tasso him dignify native language employing talents bold defiance custom precedent petrarch benefit manso s advice great epic africa might eclipse off hour doodlings sonnets laura p text gutenberg project s version corrected certain places consulting editions also public domain published 1749 1844 1845 1901 dictionary italian english languages joseph baretti venice 1795 oxford english dictionary edition la gerusaleme liberata paris victor masson 1836 summary thomas a copeland p |
| 5842 |
5798 |
6358 |
Heritage Of The Desert |
Zane Grey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Westerns |
Jack Hare is a young cowboy who was rescued from sure death by an old settler by the name of August Naab. Hare learns that Naab's ranch is a dangerous place and is challenged by cattle thieves and a corrupt rancher who is after Naab's water rights. The greatest danger Hare faces though, is over Mescal, a half-Navajo shepherdess who is already promised in marriage to Naab's first-born son. Hare must stop the marriage, but can't kill the son of his benefactor, August Naab...until a gun battle with rustlers brings the two face-to-face over drawn pistols. (Summary by Jerry James)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-heritage-of-the-desert-by-zane-grey/ |
jack hare young cowboy rescued sure death old settler name august naab hare learns naab s ranch dangerous place challenged cattle thieves corrupt rancher naab s water rights greatest danger hare faces though mescal half navajo shepherdess already promised marriage naab s first born son hare must stop marriage can t kill son benefactor august naab until gun battle rustlers brings two face to face drawn pistols summary jerry james p |
| 5843 |
5799 |
6359 |
Chimneysmoke |
Christopher Morley |
Poetry, Single author |
A collection of short poems on various themes by the author. (Summary by Carmen H)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/chimneysmoke-by-christopher-morley/ |
collection short poems various themes author summary carmen h p |
| 5844 |
5800 |
6360 |
Little Princess (version 4 dramatic reading) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
Sara Crewe is a very intelligent, polite, and creative young girl. Born to a wealthy soldier in India, Sara was brought all the way to London in Victorian-era England for a formal education. At the upscale boarding school, Sara is forced to tolerate the haughty, disdainful headmistress, Miss Minchin. Unfortunately, things only get worse for Sara when her father's bankruptcy and death leave her impoverished and at the mercy of the jealous Miss Minchin. Sara undergoes numerous trials as she humbly allows herself to be subjected to servitude, but with the help of several dear friends (both seen and unseen), she remains as proud and unwavering and imaginative as ever, proving to all that she is, as the title says, "a little princess." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Sara Crewe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Captain Crewe/Ram Dass: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Miss Minchin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>Miss Amelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Jessie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Lavinia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mariette: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Mr. Dufarge/Mr. Carrisford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Ermengarde St. John: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7130">Verity Kendall</a><br>Mr. St. John/The Secretary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Lottie Legh/Rosalind Gladys (Nora): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Becky: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a><br>Mr. Barrow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Guy Clarence (Donald): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7207">Xavier Avirex</a><br>Veronica Eustacia (Janet): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6907">Carmen H</a><br>The Cook: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7120">L D Hamilton</a><br>Mr. Carmichael: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Beggar Child (Anne): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7214">Amy Wack</a><br>The Baker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br>Mrs. Carmichael: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett and Arielle Lipshaw</strong><p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-princess-dramatic-reading-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
sara crewe intelligent polite creative young girl born wealthy soldier india sara brought way london victorian era england formal education upscale boarding school sara forced tolerate haughty disdainful headmistress miss minchin unfortunately things get worse sara father s bankruptcy death leave impoverished mercy jealous miss minchin sara undergoes numerous trials humbly allows subjected servitude help several dear friends both seen unseen remains proud unwavering imaginative ever proving is title says a little princess summary wikipedia p br br strong cast strong br sara crewe a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br captain crewe ram dass a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br miss minchin a href http librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br miss amelia a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jessie a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br lavinia a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mariette a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br mr dufarge mr carrisford a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br ermengarde st john a href http librivox org reader 7130 verity kendall a br mr st john the secretary a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br lottie legh rosalind gladys nora a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br becky a href http librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a br mr barrow a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br guy clarence donald a href http librivox org reader 7207 xavier avirex a br veronica eustacia janet a href http librivox org reader 6907 carmen h a br the cook a href http librivox org reader 7120 l hamilton a br mr carmichael a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br beggar child anne a href http librivox org reader 7214 amy wack a br the baker a href http librivox org reader 6171 sarah holtz a br mrs carmichael a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw strong p |
| 5845 |
5801 |
6361 |
Antologia de Discursos em Português |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Coleção de discursos famosos, traduzidos para o português ou escritos em português. <p> |
Portuguese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/antologia-de-discursos-em-portugues-by-various/ |
coleção de discursos famosos traduzidos para português ou escritos em português p |
| 5846 |
5802 |
6362 |
1601: Conversation, as it was by the Social Fireside, in the Time of the Tudors (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Erotica, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<br /><strong>Please note: this recording contains strong language.</strong> <br /><br />Also known simply as "1601", this is a humorously risque work by Mark Twain, first published anonymously in 1880, and finally acknowledged by the author in 1906. (Summary by John Greenman & Wikipedia)<br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/1601-conversation-as-it-was-by-the-social-fireside-in-the-time-of-the-tudors-version-2-by-mark-twain/ |
br strong please note recording contains strong language strong br br also known simply 1601 humorously risque work mark twain first published anonymously 1880 finally acknowledged author 1906 summary john greenman wikipedia br |
| 5847 |
5803 |
6363 |
Alice's Adventures Underground |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
This is the handwritten book that Carroll wrote for private use before being urged to develop it later into Alice in Wonderland. It was generously illustrated by Carrol and meant to entertain his family and friends. When a sick child in a hospital enjoyed it so much, the mother wrote him saying it had distracted her for a bit from her pain and led eventually to Carroll expanding the story. The Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson and the Reverend Robinson Duckworth rowed in a boat, on 4 July 1862,[12] up the Isis with the three young daughters of Henry Liddell, (the Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University and Dean of Christ Church) : Lorina Charlotte Liddell (aged 13, born 1849); Alice Pleasance Liddell (aged 10, born 1852); Edith Mary Liddell (aged 8, born 1853). The journey began at Folly Bridge near Oxford and ended five miles away in the village of Godstow. During the trip the Reverend Dodgson told the girls a story that featured a bored little girl named Alice who goes looking for an adventure. The girls loved it, and Alice Liddell asked Dodgson to write it down for her. He began writing the manuscript of the story the next day, although that earliest version no longer exists. The girls and Dodgson took another boat trip a month later when he elaborated the plot to the story of Alice, and in November he began working on the manuscript in earnest.[14] To add the finishing touches he researched natural history for the animals presented in the book, and then had the book examined by other children—particularly the MacDonald children. He added his own illustrations but approached John Tenniel to illustrate the book for publication, telling him that the story had been well liked by children.[14] On 26 November 1864 he gave Alice the handwritten manuscript of Alice's Adventures Under Ground, with illustrations by Dodgson himself, dedicating it as "A Christmas Gift to a Dear Child in Memory of a Summer's Day".[15] Some, including Martin Gardner, speculate there was an earlier version that was destroyed later by Dodgson when he printed a more elaborate copy by hand.[16] (Summary by wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-underground-by-lewis-carroll/ |
handwritten book carroll wrote private use urged develop later alice wonderland generously illustrated carrol meant entertain family friends sick child hospital enjoyed much mother wrote saying distracted bit pain led eventually carroll expanding story reverend charles lutwidge dodgson reverend robinson duckworth rowed boat 4 july 1862 12 isis three young daughters henry liddell the vice chancellor oxford university dean christ church lorina charlotte liddell aged 13 born 1849 alice pleasance liddell aged 10 born 1852 edith mary liddell aged 8 born 1853 journey began folly bridge near oxford ended five miles away village godstow trip reverend dodgson told girls story featured bored little girl named alice goes looking adventure girls loved it alice liddell asked dodgson write her began writing manuscript story next day although earliest version longer exists girls dodgson took another boat trip month later elaborated plot story alice november began working manuscript earnest 14 add finishing touches researched natural history animals presented book book examined children particularly macdonald children added illustrations approached john tenniel illustrate book publication telling story well liked children 14 26 november 1864 gave alice handwritten manuscript alice s adventures ground illustrations dodgson himself dedicating a christmas gift dear child memory summer s day 15 some including martin gardner speculate earlier version destroyed later dodgson printed elaborate copy hand 16 summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 5848 |
5804 |
6364 |
Sikh Religion: Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 1 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Other religions |
Michael MacAuliffe (also known as Max Arthur Macauliffe) was a senior British administrator, prolific scholar and author. Macauliffe is renowned for his translation of Sikh scripture and history into English.<br /><br />This is one of the first (and still one of the few) comprehensive books about the Sikh religion in the English language. MacAuliffe had extensive access to manuscripts of the Sikh sacred writings (the Granth), as well as support from Sikh scholars and leaders of the time. This volume, volume one of six, covers Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.<br /><br />Coordinated by JoeD & Sachin.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-sikh-religion-volume-1-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
michael macauliffe also known max arthur macauliffe senior british administrator prolific scholar author macauliffe renowned translation sikh scripture history english br br this one first and still one few comprehensive books sikh religion english language macauliffe extensive access manuscripts sikh sacred writings the granth well support sikh scholars leaders time volume volume one six covers guru nanak founder sikhism br br coordinated joed sachin p |
| 5849 |
10575 |
11227 |
God's Way of Peace: A Book for the Anxious |
Horatius Bonar |
Christianity - Other |
Both a work of theology and psychology, Calvinist revivalist Horatius Bonar guides readers from the universal human need for repentance and faith to the "peace that passes all understanding" that comes from communion with Christ. - Summary by Loren Eaton</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/gods-way-of-peace-a-book-for-the-anxious-by-horatius-bonar/ |
work theology psychology calvinist revivalist horatius bonar guides readers universal human need repentance faith peace passes understanding comes communion christ summary loren eaton p |
| 5850 |
5805 |
6365 |
Amiable Charlatan |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
An Englishman is enjoying his dinner at Stephano's, at which he is a regular diner. A man enters quickly, sits at his table, starts eating his food, and hands him a packet underneath the table! So begins Paul Walmsley's acquaintance - and adventures - with American adventurer Joseph H. Parker and his lovely daughter, Eve. (Intro by TriciaG)\n\nNote that there is an alternate reading of section 8. Both are excellent renditions, so enjoy either or both of them.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/an-amiable-charlatan-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
englishman enjoying dinner stephano s regular diner man enters quickly sits table starts eating food hands packet underneath table begins paul walmsley s acquaintance adventures american adventurer joseph h parker lovely daughter eve intro triciag note alternate reading section 8 excellent renditions enjoy either them p |
| 5851 |
5806 |
6366 |
Spiritual Dialogue Between the Soul, the Body, Self-Love, the Spirit, Humanity, and the Lord God |
Saint Catherine of Genoa |
Christianity - Other |
Saint Catherine of Genoa (Caterina Fieschi Adorno, born Genoa 1447 – 15 September 1510) is an Italian Roman Catholic saint and mystic, admired for her work among the sick and the poor. She was a member of the noble Fieschi family, and spent most of her life and her means serving the sick, especially during the plague which ravaged Genoa in 1497 and 1501. She died in that city in 1510.<br><br>In 1551, 41 years after her death, a book about her life and teaching was published, entitled Libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la Beata Caterinetta de Genoa. This is the source of her "Dialogues on the Soul and the Body" and her "Treatise on Purgatory", which are often printed separately. Her authorship of these has been denied, and it used to be thought that another mystic, the Augustinian canoness Battistina Vernazza, who lived in a monastery in Genoa from 1510 till her death in 1587 had edited the two works, a suggestion discredited by recent scholarship, which attributes a large part of both works to St Catherine, though they received their final literary form only after her death.<br><br>In the first part of the Spiritual Dialogue, St. Catherine relates in what manner she was captivated by worldly allurements, and how, from this state, she was entirely converted to God, and devoted herself to austere works of penance. In the second, she describes the sublime perfection of the spiritual life in which she is engaged. In the third, she discourses of the divine love and of its wonderful effects, and how she has experienced them all in herself. (Summary by wikipedia and Introduction) </p> |
English |
1551 |
https://librivox.org/spiritual-dialogue-by-saint-catherine-of-genoa/ |
saint catherine genoa caterina fieschi adorno born genoa 1447 15 september 1510 italian roman catholic saint mystic admired work among sick poor member noble fieschi family spent life means serving sick especially plague ravaged genoa 1497 1501 died city 1510 br br in 1551 41 years death book life teaching published entitled libro de la vita mirabile et dottrina santa de la beata caterinetta de genoa source dialogues soul body treatise purgatory often printed separately authorship denied used thought another mystic augustinian canoness battistina vernazza lived monastery genoa 1510 till death 1587 edited two works suggestion discredited recent scholarship attributes large part works st catherine though received final literary form death br br in first part spiritual dialogue st catherine relates manner captivated worldly allurements how state entirely converted god devoted austere works penance second describes sublime perfection spiritual life engaged third discourses divine love wonderful effects experienced herself summary wikipedia introduction p |
| 5852 |
5807 |
6367 |
Old Man's Thought of School |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of An Old Man's Thought of School by Walt Whitman. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 12, 2012.<br><br>Whitman claimed that after years of competing for "the usual rewards", he determined to become a poet. He first experimented with a variety of popular literary genres which appealed to the cultural tastes of the period. As early as 1850, he began writing what would become Leaves of Grass, a collection of poetry which he would continue editing and revising until his death. ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-mans-thought-of-school-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings old man s thought school walt whitman fortnightly poetry project february 12 2012 br br whitman claimed years competing the usual rewards determined become poet first experimented variety popular literary genres appealed cultural tastes period early 1850 began writing would become leaves grass collection poetry would continue editing revising death summary wikipedia p |
| 5853 |
5808 |
6368 |
Cupid's Darts |
Anonymous |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of Cupid's Darts by Anonymous. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 12, 2012.<br><br>To celebrate the somewhat silly holiday of Valentine's Day, I've selected this somewhat silly poem, which first appeared in Such Nonsense! an anthology by Carolyn Wells. Published in 1918.(Summary by Liberty Stump)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/cupids-darts-which-are-a-growing-menace-to-the-public-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings cupid s darts anonymous weekly poetry project february 12 2012 br br to celebrate somewhat silly holiday valentine s day i ve selected somewhat silly poem first appeared nonsense anthology carolyn wells published 1918 summary liberty stump p |
| 5854 |
5809 |
6369 |
Adventures of Reddy Fox (version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
<br />This timeless story tells of an overconfident little fox who steals a plump pet hen and is hotly pursued by Farmer Brown's boy and Bowser the Hound. Children will delight in Reddy's risky antics and the commotion his behavior causes among the other woodland creatures. Grandma Fox tries her best to teach him and Reddy tries very hard to be good but his curiosity is always finding ways to get him into even more trouble. \n\n<br /><br />Thornton Burgess was a conservationist who loved the beauty of nature and its living creatures so much that he wrote about them for 50 years in books and his newspaper column, Bedtime Stories. (Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert)<br /><br />\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-reddy-fox-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
br this timeless story tells overconfident little fox steals plump pet hen hotly pursued farmer brown s boy bowser hound children delight reddy s risky antics commotion behavior causes among woodland creatures grandma fox tries best teach reddy tries hard good curiosity always finding ways get even trouble br br thornton burgess conservationist loved beauty nature living creatures much wrote 50 years books newspaper column bedtime stories summary wikipedia phil chenevert br br |
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5810 |
6370 |
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 4 |
Charles Dickens |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />2012 was the 200th anniversary of Dickens' birth. This is the fourth volume; the first volume of short works - fiction, essays, poetry and speeches, previously unrecorded for LibriVox, was catalogued by Dickens' birthday on February 7th 2012. Further volumes were added during the anniversary year. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-200th-anniversary-collection-vol-4/ |
br 2012 200th anniversary dickens birth fourth volume first volume short works fiction essays poetry speeches previously unrecorded librivox catalogued dickens birthday february 7th 2012 volumes added anniversary year summary ruth golding br br |
| 5856 |
5811 |
6371 |
Old Coast Road From Boston to Plymouth |
Agnes Edwards |
Travel & Geography |
A delightful trip from Boston through a dozen South Shore towns to Plymouth, stopping in each to explore a bit of the local history and 'modern' highlights. Written in 1920, it's a great journey through the past. (Summary by Steve Mattern) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-coast-road-from-boston-to-plymouth-by-agnes-edwards/ |
delightful trip boston dozen south shore towns plymouth stopping explore bit local history modern highlights written 1920 great journey past summary steve mattern p |
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5812 |
6372 |
World Beyond |
Ray Cummings |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Lee Anthony finds himself and two of his friends kidnapped and taken on a strange voyage. (Summary by Richard Kilmer )</p> |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-beyond-by-ray-cummings/ |
lee anthony finds two friends kidnapped taken strange voyage summary richard kilmer p |
| 5858 |
5813 |
6373 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 4) |
L. Frank Baum |
Children's Fiction |
When Dorothy is swept away from her home in Kansas by a cyclone, she finds herself in a mysterious land inhabited by equally mysterious people. She is told that only Oz, the great Wizard, can help her get back home, so Dorothy sets off along the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City. Along the way she meets characters such as the brainless Scarecrow, the heartless Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion. (Summary by Rachel)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-version-4-by-l-frank-baum/ |
dorothy swept away home kansas cyclone finds mysterious land inhabited equally mysterious people told oz great wizard help get back home dorothy sets along yellow brick road emerald city along way meets characters brainless scarecrow heartless tin woodman cowardly lion summary rachel p |
| 5859 |
5814 |
6374 |
Wit and Wisdom of Chesterton |
G. K. Chesterton |
Humorous Fiction, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
This little volume, issued as a gift book for lovers of Mr. Chesterton's writings in 1911, is made up from essays to be found in "The Defandant", "Varied Types" and "Tremendous Trifles". These 12 pieces were chosen to giving a peek into the margins of Chesterton's work and give a sense of the distinctive flavor of his mind. They were also chosen with an eye to showing what a complex and fascinating character he was. (Summary by Phil chenevert)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/wit-and-wisdom-of-chesterton-by-gilbert-k-chesterton/ |
little volume issued gift book lovers mr chesterton s writings 1911 made essays found the defandant varied types tremendous trifles 12 pieces chosen giving peek margins chesterton s work give sense distinctive flavor mind also chosen eye showing complex fascinating character was summary phil chenevert p |
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5815 |
6375 |
Sheik |
E. M. Hull |
Romance |
The novel on which the famous silent movie starring Rudolf Valentino was based. The plot is set in motion as Lady Conway disapproves of Diana's planning a desert trip with just her Arab guides to accompany her. Diana gets kidnapped by the Sheik, Ahmed Ben Hassan. Finally allowed to ride in the desert alone, she plans an escape. However, the Sheik recaptures her. And so the story unfolds. (Summary by Bill Boerst based on Wikipedia) </p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-sheik-by-e-m-hull/ |
novel famous silent movie starring rudolf valentino based plot set motion lady conway disapproves diana s planning desert trip arab guides accompany her diana gets kidnapped sheik ahmed ben hassan finally allowed ride desert alone plans escape however sheik recaptures her story unfolds summary bill boerst based wikipedia p |
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5816 |
6376 |
Wives and Daughters (version 2) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life |
Elizabeth Gaskell's last novel was serialized in Cornhill Magazine from 1864 to 1866, and completed by her editor posthumously. It looks at English life in the 1830s through the experiences of Molly Gibson, the daughter of a widowed doctor growing up in the provincial town of Hollingford. When Mr. Gibson decides to marry again, Molly is forced to contend with a pretentious stepmother, but consoled by a close friendship with Cynthia, her new stepsister. The girls' relations with the local residents, particularly the Squire of Hamley Hall and his family, make for incidents comic, romantic, and tragic, by turns. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/wives-and-daughters-solo-version-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
elizabeth gaskell s last novel serialized cornhill magazine 1864 1866 completed editor posthumously looks english life 1830s experiences molly gibson daughter widowed doctor growing provincial town hollingford mr gibson decides marry again molly forced contend pretentious stepmother consoled close friendship cynthia new stepsister girls relations local residents particularly squire hamley hall family make incidents comic romantic tragic turns summary elizabeth klett p |
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5817 |
6377 |
Boule de Suif (Ball of Fat - version 2) |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Boule de Suif (1880) is a short story by the late-19th century French writer Guy de Maupassant. It is arguably his most famous short story, and is the title story for his collection on the Franco-Prussian War, entitled "Boule de Suif et Autres Contes de la Guerre" ("Boule de Suif and Other Stories of the War"). John Ford said that his film Stagecoach was in many ways a western rewrite of Boule de Suif. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/boule-de-suif-version-2-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
boule de suif 1880 short story late 19th century french writer guy de maupassant arguably famous short story title story collection franco prussian war entitled boule de suif et autres contes de la guerre boule de suif stories war john ford said film stagecoach many ways western rewrite boule de suif summary wikipedia p |
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5818 |
6378 |
Sign of the Cross in the Nineteenth Century |
Jean-Joseph Gaume |
History , Christianity - Other |
A book that examines the sign of the Cross made by Christians since the primitive church up until the 19th century. It looks at stories of miracles and the writings of the father to impress upon the reader the need to make the sign of the cross reverently and frequently. (Summary by dom. Noah Moerbeek CPMO) <p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-cross-in-the-nineteenth-century-by-jean-joseph-gaume/ |
book examines sign cross made christians since primitive church 19th century looks stories miracles writings father impress upon reader need make sign cross reverently frequently summary dom noah moerbeek cpmo p |
| 5864 |
5819 |
6379 |
Robert Browning 200th Anniversary Collection |
Robert Browning |
Poetry, Single author, Letters |
<br />For this collection, LibriVox volunteers made their own selections from Robert Browning's poetry and prose to celebrate the 200th anniversary of his birth on 7th May 1812. <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/robert-browning-200th-anniversary-collection-by-robert-browning/ |
br for collection librivox volunteers made selections robert browning s poetry prose celebrate 200th anniversary birth 7th may 1812 br br |
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5820 |
6380 |
Ethics of Belief |
William Kingdon Clifford |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
This is an essay on decision biases and a critique on prejudices, neatly written and thought provoking. (Summary by sidhu177) <p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-ethics-of-belief-by-william-kingdon-clifford/ |
essay decision biases critique prejudices neatly written thought provoking summary sidhu177 p |
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5827 |
6388 |
Lone Wolf |
Louis Joseph Vance |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
The Lone Wolf is the first of eight books in a series featuring the jewel thief turned private detective Michael Lanyard. With his identity betrayed and the police on his heels, he must fly from Paris, which is made much more difficult by his self-imposed duty to take care of the beautiful Lucia, who has a dark secret of her own...\n\nA large number of movies have been based on the books. (Summary by Carolin and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-lone-wolf-by-louis-joseph-vance/ |
lone wolf first eight books series featuring jewel thief turned private detective michael lanyard identity betrayed police heels must fly paris made much difficult self imposed duty take care beautiful lucia dark secret own large number movies based books summary carolin wikipedia p |
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5821 |
6382 |
Boy Scout And Other Stories For Boys |
Richard Harding Davis |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure, Short works |
RICHARD HARDING DAVIS, as a friend and fellow author has written of him, was “youth incarnate,” and there is probably nothing that he wrote of which a boy would not some day come to feel the appeal. But there are certain of his stories that go with especial directness to a boy’s heart and sympathies and make for him quite unforgettable literature. A few of these were made some years ago into a volume, “Stories for Boys,” and found a large and enthusiastic special public in addition to Davis’s general readers; and the present collection from stories more recently published is issued with the same motive. This book takes its title from “The Boy Scout,” the first of its tales; and it includes “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” “Blood Will Tell,” the immortal “Gallegher,” and “The Bar Sinister,” Davis’s famous dog story. It is a fresh volume added to what Augustus Thomas calls “safe stuff to give to a young fellow who likes to take off his hat and dilate his nostrils and feel the wind in his face.” (Summary by Publisher's Note in book)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scout-and-other-stories-for-boys-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
richard harding davis friend fellow author written him youth incarnate probably nothing wrote boy would day come feel appeal certain stories go especial directness boy s heart sympathies make quite unforgettable literature made years ago volume stories boys found large enthusiastic special public addition davis s general readers present collection stories recently published issued motive book takes title the boy scout first tales includes the boy cried wolf blood tell immortal gallegher the bar sinister davis s famous dog story fresh volume added augustus thomas calls safe stuff give young fellow likes take hat dilate nostrils feel wind face summary publisher s note book p |
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5822 |
6383 |
Cats by the Way |
Sarah E. Trueblood |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Animals |
Between these pages you will find only the good, old-fashioned, every-day cat. No Angora or thoroughbred has been entered here, unless it be "Hansie," who is little more than mentioned. These are true incidents and true lives, with the exception of the one chapter, "The Mission of the Cat." The reader will pardon the intrusion of Victor, the dog. I have added him as the cook adds her trace of spice, but feeling also that he is entirely in place, being an ardent cat-lover himself. (Summary by Sarah E. Trueblood)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/cats-by-the-way-by-sarah-e-trueblood/ |
pages find good old fashioned every day cat angora thoroughbred entered here unless hansie little mentioned true incidents true lives exception one chapter the mission cat reader pardon intrusion victor dog added cook adds trace spice feeling also entirely place ardent cat lover himself summary sarah e trueblood p |
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5823 |
6384 |
Freedmen's Book |
Lydia Maria Child |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, History |
Lydia Maria Child, an American abolitionist, compiled this collection of short stories and poems by former slaves and noted activists as an inspiration to freed slaves. In her dedication to the freedmen, she urges those who can read, to read these stories aloud to others to share the strength and courage of and accomplishments of colored men and women. In that spirit, this recording aims to gives that voice a permanent record. (Summary by Rhonda Federman)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-freedmens-book-by-lydia-maria-child/ |
lydia maria child american abolitionist compiled collection short stories poems former slaves noted activists inspiration freed slaves dedication freedmen urges read read stories aloud others share strength courage accomplishments colored men women spirit recording aims gives voice permanent record summary rhonda federman p |
| 5870 |
5824 |
6385 |
American Claimant |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The American Claimant is an 1892 novel by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. The story focuses on the class differences and expectations of monarchic, hierarchical Britain and the upstart, "all men are created equal" America. Twain wrote the novel with the help of phonographic dictation, the first author (according to Twain himself) to do so. This was also (according to Twain) an attempt to write a book without mention of the weather, the first of its kind in fictitious literature. Indeed, all the weather is contained in an appendix, at the back of the book, which the reader is encouraged to turn to from time to time. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-claimant-by-mark-twain/ |
american claimant 1892 novel american humorist writer mark twain story focuses class differences expectations monarchic hierarchical britain upstart all men created equal america twain wrote novel help phonographic dictation first author according twain himself so also according twain attempt write book without mention weather first kind fictitious literature indeed weather contained appendix back book reader encouraged turn time time summary wikipedia john greenman |
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5825 |
6386 |
Born Again |
Alfred Lawson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
<br />"I doubt that anyone who reads [Born Again] will ever forget it: it is quite singularly bad, with long undigestible rants against the evils of the world, an impossibly idealistic Utopian prescription for the said evils, and - as you will have gathered - a very silly plot." - oddbooks.co.uk\n\n<br /><br />Alfred Lawson was a veritable Renaissance man: a professional baseball player, a luminary in the field of aviation, an outspoken advocate of vegetarianism and economic reform, and the founder of a pseudo-scientific crackpot philosophy called Lawsonomy. Born Again, his only novel, is a bizarre, delirious, and delightfully silly utopian science-fiction novel that lays the groundwork for the philosophy that would later dominate Lawson's life. It tells the story of John Convert, a wayward, seafaring soul (based loosely on Lawson, minus the conveniently symbolic initials) who is tossed overboard by his crewmen after a physical altercation. Convert awakens on an island inhabited by a race of superhuman giants -- called the Sagemen -- who slumber in their subterranean city. He then meets Arletta, a giantess who takes Convert on a journey that will change his life in ways too fantastically strange to imagine. (Introduction by ChuckW)<br /><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/born-again-by-alfred-lawson/ |
br i doubt anyone reads born again ever forget it quite singularly bad long undigestible rants evils world impossibly idealistic utopian prescription said evils gathered silly plot oddbooks co uk br br alfred lawson veritable renaissance man professional baseball player luminary field aviation outspoken advocate vegetarianism economic reform founder pseudo scientific crackpot philosophy called lawsonomy born again novel bizarre delirious delightfully silly utopian science fiction novel lays groundwork philosophy would later dominate lawson s life tells story john convert wayward seafaring soul based loosely lawson minus conveniently symbolic initials tossed overboard crewmen physical altercation convert awakens island inhabited race superhuman giants called sagemen slumber subterranean city meets arletta giantess takes convert journey change life ways fantastically strange imagine introduction chuckw br br |
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5826 |
6387 |
Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 5 |
Charles Dickens |
Poetry, Short Stories, Short non-fiction |
<br />2012 was the 200th anniversary of Dickens' birth. This is the fifth and last volume; the first volume of short works - fiction, essays, poetry and speeches, previously unrecorded for LibriVox, was catalogued by Dickens' birthday on February 7th 2012, and further volumes followed throughout the anniversary year. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-200th-anniversary-collection-vol-5/ |
br 2012 200th anniversary dickens birth fifth last volume first volume short works fiction essays poetry speeches previously unrecorded librivox catalogued dickens birthday february 7th 2012 volumes followed throughout anniversary year summary ruth golding br br |
| 5873 |
5828 |
6389 |
Queen Elizabeth |
Edward Spencer Beesly |
Biography & Autobiography |
A biography of Queen Elizabeth the First, the last monarch of the Tudors. (Summary by Brendan Stallard)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/queen-elizabeth-by-edward-spencer-beesly/ |
biography queen elizabeth first last monarch tudors summary brendan stallard p |
| 5874 |
5829 |
6390 |
Antologia Brasileira, Coletânea em Prosa e Verso de Escritores Nacionais, Volume 1 |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
A Antologia Brasileira de Eugenio Werneck, cuja primeira edição foi publicada em 1900, como parte da comemoração pelo quarto centenário do Brasil, foi um dos livros didáticos para ensino de literatura brasileira mais populares de sua época, tendo atingido a 17a edição em 1935 e a 22a em 1942. Composta de duas partes, a primeira dedicada à prosa e a segunda à poesia, o livro pretendia introduzir à juventude brasileira trechos notáveis das obras dos mais importantes autores brasileiros, dos tempos coloniais ao fim do século XIX, sobre os mais diversos assuntos e sob as mais diversas formas literárias. Cada excerto vem precedido de uma nota biobibliográfica sobre o autor. <br><br> O audiolivro será dividido em dois volumes correspondentes às duas partes da obra. Esta primeira parte, "Prosa", é subdividida em "Narrações e descrições", "Teatro", "Questões Sociais e Caracteres", "Eloquência Sagrada e Política" e "História e Tradição". (Resumo escrito por Leni) |
Portuguese |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/antologia-brasileira-coletanea-em-prosa-e-verso-de-escritores-nacionais-volume-1-by-various/ |
antologia brasileira de eugenio werneck cuja primeira edição foi publicada em 1900 como parte da comemoração pelo quarto centenário brasil foi um dos livros didáticos para ensino de literatura brasileira mais populares de sua época tendo atingido 17a edição em 1935 e 22a em 1942 composta de duas partes primeira dedicada à prosa e segunda à poesia livro pretendia introduzir à juventude brasileira trechos notáveis das obras dos mais importantes autores brasileiros dos tempos coloniais ao fim século xix sobre os mais diversos assuntos e sob mais diversas formas literárias cada excerto vem precedido de uma nota biobibliográfica sobre autor br br audiolivro será dividido em dois volumes correspondentes às duas partes da obra esta primeira parte prosa é subdividida em narrações e descrições teatro questões sociais e caracteres eloquência sagrada e política e história e tradição resumo escrito por leni |
| 5875 |
5830 |
6391 |
Health |
Edward Coote Pinkney |
Poetry, Lyric, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of A Health by Edward Coote Pinkney. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 19, 2012.<br><br>Edward Coote Pinkney was an American poet, lawyer, sailor, professor, and editor. Born in London in 1802, Pinkney made his way to Maryland. After attending college, he joined the United States Navy and traveled throughout the Mediterranean and elsewhere. He then attempted a law career but was unsuccessful and attempted to join the Mexican army, though he never did. He died at the age of 26 in 1828.<br><br>\nPinkney published several lyric poems inspired primarily by the work of British poets. Critic and poet Edgar Allan Poe supported Pinkney's work after his death, quoting from his poetry in a lecture series. Poe also suggested Pinkney would have been more successful if he was a New Englander rather than a Southern writer.<br><br>This poem is taken from the Yale Book of American Verse. 1912, Thomas R. Lounsbury, ed. (1838–1915)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-health-by-edward-coate-pinkney/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings health edward coote pinkney fortnightly poetry project february 19 2012 br br edward coote pinkney american poet lawyer sailor professor editor born london 1802 pinkney made way maryland attending college joined united states navy traveled throughout mediterranean elsewhere attempted law career unsuccessful attempted join mexican army though never did died age 26 1828 br br pinkney published several lyric poems inspired primarily work british poets critic poet edgar allan poe supported pinkney s work death quoting poetry lecture series poe also suggested pinkney would successful new englander rather southern writer br br this poem taken yale book american verse 1912 thomas r lounsbury ed 1838 1915 p |
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5831 |
6392 |
Queen Victoria |
E. Gordon Browne |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This book is about the life of Queen Victoria (1819 to 1901). All nine of her children married into the royal houses of Europe. She became the longest reigning monarch and more. This book is a fascinating read about the woman behind the British Empire. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/queen-victoria-by-e-gordon-browne/ |
book life queen victoria 1819 1901 nine children married royal houses europe became longest reigning monarch more book fascinating read woman behind british empire summary michele eaton p |
| 5877 |
5832 |
6393 |
My Flower |
Ira Titus |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of title by My Flower by Ira Titus. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 19, 2012<br><br>A short and sweet poem about being happy with yourself.<br>There is no information available about the author, Ira Titus.(Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-flower-by-ira-titus/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings title flower ira titus weekly poetry project february 19 2012 br br a short sweet poem happy yourself br there information available author ira titus summary lucy perry p |
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5833 |
6394 |
Mathematical Problems |
David Hilbert |
*Non-fiction, Science |
Lecture delivered before the International Congress of Mathematicians at Paris in 1900 and subsequently published in the Bulletin of the American Mathematical Society Vol. 8 (1902), 479-481. </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/mathematical-problems-by-david-hilbert/ |
lecture delivered international congress mathematicians paris 1900 subsequently published bulletin american mathematical society vol 8 1902 479 481 p |
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5834 |
6395 |
Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England |
The Venerable Bede |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
Bede's <i>Ecclesiastical History of England</i> is a work in Latin by Bede on the history of the Christian Churches in England, and of England generally; its main focus is on the conflict between Roman and Celtic Christianity. It is considered to be one of the most important original references on Anglo-Saxon history. It is believed to have been completed in 731, when Bede was approximately 59 years old. Divided into five books, it covers the history of England, ecclesiastical and political, from the time of Julius Caesar to the date of its completion (731). <br/><br/>\n\n<i>The History of the English Church and People</i> has a clear polemical and didactic purpose. Bede sets out, not just to tell the story of the English, but to advance his views on politics and religion. In political terms he is a partisan of his native Northumbria, amplifying its role in English history over and above that of Mercia, its great southern rival. While Bede is loyal to Northumbria, he shows an even greater attachment to the Irish and the Irish Celtic missionaries, whom he considers to be far more effective and dedicated than their rather complacent English counterparts. His final preoccupation is over the precise date of Easter, which he writes about at length. It is here, and only here, that he ventures some criticism of St Cuthbert and the Irish missionaries, who celebrated the event, according to Bede, at the wrong time. In the end he is pleased to note that the Irish Church was saved from error by accepting the correct date for Easter. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiastical-history-of-england-by-the-venerable-bede/ |
bede s i ecclesiastical history england i work latin bede history christian churches england england generally main focus conflict roman celtic christianity considered one important original references anglo saxon history believed completed 731 bede approximately 59 years old divided five books covers history england ecclesiastical political time julius caesar date completion 731 br br i the history english church people i clear polemical didactic purpose bede sets out tell story english advance views politics religion political terms partisan native northumbria amplifying role english history mercia great southern rival bede loyal northumbria shows even greater attachment irish irish celtic missionaries considers far effective dedicated rather complacent english counterparts final preoccupation precise date easter writes length here here ventures criticism st cuthbert irish missionaries celebrated event according bede wrong time end pleased note irish church saved error accepting correct date easter summary modified wikipedia p |
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5842 |
6403 |
Year With the Saints |
Anonymous |
Christianity - Other |
Go through the year in the footsteps of the saints. This book emphasizes one virtue for each month with quotes and stories from the lives of the saints to help teach and inspire that particular virtue in us.<br><br>For January, Perfection; February, Humility; March, Mortification; April, Patience; May, Meekness; June, Obedience; July, Simplicity; August, Diligence; September, Prayer; October, Confidence; November, Charity; and December, Union. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-year-with-the-saints-by-anonymous/ |
go year footsteps saints book emphasizes one virtue month quotes stories lives saints help teach inspire particular virtue us br br for january perfection february humility march mortification april patience may meekness june obedience july simplicity august diligence september prayer october confidence november charity december union summary maria therese p |
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10583 |
11235 |
Sandhya, Songs of Twilight |
Dhan Gopal Mukerji |
Poetry |
Dhan Gopal Mukerji wrote Sandhya, Songs of Twilight while in San Francisco, as a way to support himself and pay for his college education. This collection of poems has several references to his homeland, India. In 1928, Mukerji was awarded the John Newbery Medal. - Summary by Wikipedia and Anusha |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/sandhya-songs-of-twilight-by-dhan-gopal-mukerji/ |
dhan gopal mukerji wrote sandhya songs twilight san francisco way support pay college education collection poems several references homeland india 1928 mukerji awarded john newbery medal summary wikipedia anusha |
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5835 |
6396 |
Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship |
Margaret Burnham |
Children's Fiction |
Teenagers Peggy Prescott and her brother Roy share a love of aviation that they inherited from their late father. Mr. Prescott had always dreamed of building an aeroplane that would be free of the defects of planes already invented. Peggy and Roy manage to build a plane starting with the framework their father had begun. Peggy christens it ‘The Golden Buttefly’ and she and Roy are determined to enter it in a young aviator’s contest for a prize of $5000. The Prescotts need the money desperately to save the home they share with their aunt which is about to be taken from them by the rather nasty banker, Mr. Harding. Peggy and Roy along with their best friends, Jess and Jimsy Bancroft – also sister and brother, experience many adventures – many of them while flying the Golden Butterfly. A kidnapping, missing jewels and contact with some desperate characters are just some of what the Prescotts encounter in their Long Island village of Sandy Bay. There’s never a dull moment for these two as they pursue their dream of flying. (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett.)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-aviators-and-the-phantom-airship-by-margaret-burnham/ |
teenagers peggy prescott brother roy share love aviation inherited late father mr prescott always dreamed building aeroplane would free defects planes already invented peggy roy manage build plane starting framework father begun peggy christens the golden buttefly roy determined enter young aviator s contest prize 5000 prescotts need money desperately save home share aunt taken rather nasty banker mr harding peggy roy along best friends jess jimsy bancroft also sister brother experience many adventures many flying golden butterfly kidnapping missing jewels contact desperate characters prescotts encounter long island village sandy bay there s never dull moment two pursue dream flying summary lee ann howlett p |
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5836 |
6397 |
Basket of Flowers |
Christoph von Schmid |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
James is the king's gardener and he deeply enjoys caring for and cultivating flowers. He teaches his daughter Mary many principles of godliness through the flowers. One day Mary is falsely accused of stealing, and the penalty is death. Through many trials and hardships, Mary learns of the goodness of God, the blessing of praying for her enemies, how to consider her trials as a joy, and true forgiveness. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen) <p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/basket-of-flowers-the-by-christoph-von-schmid/ |
james king s gardener deeply enjoys caring cultivating flowers teaches daughter mary many principles godliness flowers one day mary falsely accused stealing penalty death many trials hardships mary learns goodness god blessing praying enemies consider trials joy true forgiveness summary abigail rasmussen p |
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5837 |
6398 |
Alchemist |
Ben Jonson |
Satire |
An outbreak of plague in London forces a gentleman, Lovewit, to flee temporarily to the country, leaving his house under the sole charge of his butler, Jeremy. Jeremy uses the opportunity given to him to use the house as the headquarters for fraudulent acts. He transforms himself into 'Captain Face', and enlists the aid of Subtle, a fellow conman and Dol Common, a prostitute. In The Alchemist, Jonson unashamedly satirizes the follies, vanities and vices of mankind, most notably greed-induced credulity. People of all social classes are subject to Jonson's ruthless, satirical wit. He mocks human weakness and gullibility to advertising and to "miracle cures" with the character of Sir Epicure Mammon, who dreams of drinking the elixir of youth and enjoying fantastic sexual conquests. The Alchemist focuses on what happens when one human being seeks advantage over another. In a big city like London, this process of advantage-seeking is rife. The trio of con-artists - Subtle, Face and Dol - are self-deluding small-timers, ultimately undone by the same human weaknesses they exploit in their victims. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p><p><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Subtle, First Neighbor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Face: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Dol Common: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Dapper, Second Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Drugger, Third Neighbor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7399">Thomas Leigh Moore</a><br>Lovewit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7448">Kevin Johnson</a><br>Sir Epicure Mammon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Pertinax Surly, Fifth Neighbor, First Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Tribulation Wholesome: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Ananias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Kastril: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Dame Pliant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Fourth Neighbor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><p>\n |
English |
1610 |
https://librivox.org/the-alchemist-by-ben-jonson/ |
outbreak plague london forces gentleman lovewit flee temporarily country leaving house sole charge butler jeremy jeremy uses opportunity given use house headquarters fraudulent acts transforms captain face enlists aid subtle fellow conman dol common prostitute alchemist jonson unashamedly satirizes follies vanities vices mankind notably greed induced credulity people social classes subject jonson s ruthless satirical wit mocks human weakness gullibility advertising miracle cures character sir epicure mammon dreams drinking elixir youth enjoying fantastic sexual conquests alchemist focuses happens one human seeks advantage another big city like london process advantage seeking rife trio con artists subtle face dol self deluding small timers ultimately undone human weaknesses exploit victims summary wikipedia p p strong cast strong br subtle first neighbor a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br face a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br dol common a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br dapper second officer a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br drugger third neighbor a href http librivox org reader 7399 thomas leigh moore a br lovewit a href http librivox org reader 7448 kevin johnson a br sir epicure mammon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pertinax surly fifth neighbor first officer a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br tribulation wholesome a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br ananias a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br kastril a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br dame pliant a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br fourth neighbor a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a p |
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5838 |
6399 |
Science of Being Great |
Wallace D. Wattles |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
<i>The Science of Being Great</i> is the second book of Wattles' triology. In this volume he argues that the power of thought and positive self-esteem is the only true measure of a person's greatness. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)<br><br><a href="http://librivox.org/the-science-of-getting-rich-by-wallace-d-wattles/">The Science of Getting Rich</a> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-of-being-great-by-wallace-d-wattles/ |
i the science great i second book wattles triology volume argues power thought positive self esteem true measure person s greatness summary diana majlinger br br a href http librivox org the science of getting rich by wallace d wattles the science getting rich a |
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5839 |
6400 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 016 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 016: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-016-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 016 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
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5840 |
6401 |
Octopus |
Frank Norris |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
Frank Norris based his 1901 novel The Octopus (A Story of California) on the Mussel Slough Tragedy of 1880, a bloody conflict between ranchers and agents of the Southern Pacific Railroad. The central issue was over the ownership of the ranches, which the farmers had leased from the railroad nearly ten years earlier with intentions of eventually purchasing the land. Although originally priced at $2.50 to $5 per acre, the railroad eventually opened the land for sale at prices adjusted for land improvements; the railroad’s attempts to take possession of the land led the ranchers to defend themselves as depicted in the book. (Summary by Wikipedia and Delmar H. Dolbier)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-octopus-by-frank-norris/ |
frank norris based 1901 novel octopus a story california mussel slough tragedy 1880 bloody conflict ranchers agents southern pacific railroad central issue ownership ranches farmers leased railroad nearly ten years earlier intentions eventually purchasing land although originally priced 2 50 5 per acre railroad eventually opened land sale prices adjusted land improvements railroad s attempts take possession land led ranchers defend depicted book summary wikipedia delmar h dolbier p |
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5841 |
6402 |
Meteorology; or Weather Explained |
J. G. M'Pherson |
Earth Sciences |
Weather Explained: Fog, clouds, rain, haze, thunder, cyclones, dew point and how to count dust motes are just a few of the 35 topics covered in short, easy to read and understand chapters in this book published in 1905. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/meteorology-or-weather-explained-by-j-g-mpherson/ |
weather explained fog clouds rain haze thunder cyclones dew point count dust motes 35 topics covered short easy read understand chapters book published 1905 summary phil chenevert p |
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5843 |
6404 |
Medea |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Euripides' tragedy focuses on the disintegration of the relationship between Jason, the hero who captured the Golden Fleece, and Medea, the sorceress who returned with him to Corinth and had two sons with him. As the play opens, Jason plans to marry the daughter of King Creon, and the lovesick Medea plots how to take her revenge. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator/Second Child: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br />\nMedea: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nJason: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nCreon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nAegeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7199">T. K. Kirven</a><br />\nNurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7249">Valerie Tan</a><br />\nAttendant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br />\nChorus Leader/First Child: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nChorus 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br />\nChorus 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br />\nChorus 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/medea-by-euripides/ |
euripides tragedy focuses disintegration relationship jason hero captured golden fleece medea sorceress returned corinth two sons him play opens jason plans marry daughter king creon lovesick medea plots take revenge summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator second child a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br medea a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jason a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br creon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br aegeus a href http librivox org reader 7199 t k kirven a br nurse a href http librivox org reader 7249 valerie tan a br attendant a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br chorus leader first child a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br chorus 1 a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br chorus 2 a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br chorus 3 a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio editing strong elizabeth klett p |
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5844 |
6405 |
Siege of Corinth |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
General Fiction, Poetry |
In this moving poem, Byron recounts the final, desperate resistance of the Venetians on the day the Ottoman army stormed Acrocorinth: revealing the closing scenes of the conflict through the eyes of Lanciotto - a Venetian renegade fighting for the Ottomans - and Francesca - the beautiful maiden daughter of the governor of the Venetian garrison: Minotti.\n\nLanciotto - whose impasioned suit for Francesca's hand had been previously refused by Minotti: had later fled the Venetian empire after being falsely denounced by anonymous accusers via the infamous "Lion's Mouth" at the Doge's palace. Enlisting under the Turkish flag, Lanciotto repudiates both his nationality and his religion: only to be challenged by Fransesca herself the night before the final assault to repent his apostasy, to forgive his accusers, and to save the Venetian garrison from certain slaughter. \n\n- Can Lanciotto - after years of unjust persecution and betrayal - bring himself to relent and save the Venetian garrison now on the verge of wholesale slaughter? \n- Will Francesca's years of constant, faithful devotion succeed in winning the renegade back from his suicidal slide to perdition? (Summary by Godsend) <p>\n |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/the-siege-of-corinth-by-lord-george-gordon-byron/ |
moving poem byron recounts final desperate resistance venetians day ottoman army stormed acrocorinth revealing closing scenes conflict eyes lanciotto venetian renegade fighting ottomans francesca beautiful maiden daughter governor venetian garrison minotti lanciotto whose impasioned suit francesca s hand previously refused minotti later fled venetian empire falsely denounced anonymous accusers via infamous lion s mouth doge s palace enlisting turkish flag lanciotto repudiates nationality religion challenged fransesca night final assault repent apostasy forgive accusers save venetian garrison certain slaughter lanciotto years unjust persecution betrayal bring relent save venetian garrison verge wholesale slaughter francesca s years constant faithful devotion succeed winning renegade back suicidal slide perdition summary godsend p |
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5845 |
6406 |
Round the Sofa |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Round the Sofa (1859), is a book of stories by the lady that Charles Dickens called his “dear Scheherazade” due to her skill as a story teller. That Lady was Mrs. Elizabeth Gaskell (North and South, Wives and Daughters, Cranford etc.). Mrs. Gaskell begins with Round the Sofa, a short story which she uses as a device to stitch together six previously published stories into a single work. It introduces us to a set of characters who take turns to recount stories to one another during their weekly soirée. My Lady Ludlow tells the story of the widowed, aristocratic Lady Ludlow and her fierce resistance to change. It is told through the eyes of one of her young charges. Incidentally, it was one of the books used to create the TV series Cranford. An Accursed Race is actually an essay about a persecuted minority group, the Cagots in Western France. The Doom of the Griffiths. A Gothic short story about a cursed family and set in Wales. Half a Life-Time Ago. A novella set in the Wiltshire Dales. The Poor Clare. A Ghostly short story! The Half Brothers. A sad short story about brotherly love and a sheep-dog dog named Lassie! (Summary by Noel Badrian)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/round-the-sofa-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
round sofa 1859 book stories lady charles dickens called dear scheherazade due skill story teller lady mrs elizabeth gaskell north south wives daughters cranford etc mrs gaskell begins round sofa short story uses device stitch together six previously published stories single work introduces us set characters take turns recount stories one another weekly soirée lady ludlow tells story widowed aristocratic lady ludlow fierce resistance change told eyes one young charges incidentally one books used create tv series cranford accursed race actually essay persecuted minority group cagots western france doom griffiths gothic short story cursed family set wales half life time ago novella set wiltshire dales poor clare ghostly short story half brothers sad short story brotherly love sheep dog dog named lassie summary noel badrian p |
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5846 |
6407 |
Immortality and the Unseen World |
W. O. E. Oesterley |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Antiquity, Other religions |
The full title of this book is <i>Immortality and the Unseen World - A Study in Old Testament Religion</i>. Oesterley describes the beliefs that pre-Christian Hebrews and Semites held regarding the afterlife and the immortal nature of humans. The nature, form and evolution of these beliefs are derived from the Tanakh (Old Testament), comparisons with the beliefs and mythologies of neighboring cultures, and archeological finds. To develop a full study, additional beliefs of these people are also considered, including the beliefs of the constituent parts of humans; demonology, angelology, shades and the Satan; the home of the dead, ancestor worship, necromancy, and burial customs. Oesterley also hypothesizes on how primitive beliefs in immortality may have developed in pre-Christian times. (Summary by JoeD) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/immortality-and-the-unseen-world-by-w-o-e-oesterley/ |
full title book i immortality unseen world study old testament religion i oesterley describes beliefs pre christian hebrews semites held regarding afterlife immortal nature humans nature form evolution beliefs derived tanakh old testament comparisons beliefs mythologies neighboring cultures archeological finds develop full study additional beliefs people also considered including beliefs constituent parts humans demonology angelology shades satan home dead ancestor worship necromancy burial customs oesterley also hypothesizes primitive beliefs immortality may developed pre christian times summary joed p |
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5847 |
6408 |
Maarten Chuzzlewit |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
De familie Chuzzlewit is op jacht naar de erfenis van de oude Maarten Chuzzlewit. De kleinzoon, Martin Chuzzlewit, heeft daarnaast ook zijn oog laten vallen op de jonge en aantrekkelijke verzorgster van zijn opa. Een roman over zelfzucht. Speelt zich voor een deel af in de Verenigde Staten van Amerika. (Samenvatting Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/maarten-chuzzlewit-by-charles-dickens/ |
de familie chuzzlewit op jacht naar de erfenis van de oude maarten chuzzlewit de kleinzoon martin chuzzlewit heeft daarnaast ook zijn oog laten vallen op de jonge en aantrekkelijke verzorgster van zijn opa een roman zelfzucht speelt zich voor een deel af de verenigde staten van amerika samenvatting marcel coenders p |
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5848 |
6409 |
Well-Beloved |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
'The Well-Beloved' tells the story of Jocelyn Pierston and his love for three generations of women - the grandmother, her daughter and grand-daughter over a period of forty years. Pierston is seeking for perfection in his choice of lover and in doing so lets opportunities for happiness pass him by. However, at the end of his life, he finds some kind of contentment in compromise. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-well-beloved-by-thomas-hardy/ |
the well beloved tells story jocelyn pierston love three generations women grandmother daughter grand daughter period forty years pierston seeking perfection choice lover lets opportunities happiness pass by however end life finds kind contentment compromise summary simon evers p |
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5862 |
6423 |
Laws |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, History |
Laws (Greek: Νόμοι) is Plato's last and longest dialogue. It is generally agreed that Plato wrote this dialogue as an older man, having failed in his effort in Syracuse on the island of Sicily to guide a tyrant's rule, instead having been thrown in prison. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/laws-by-plato/ |
laws greek νόμοι plato s last longest dialogue generally agreed plato wrote dialogue older man failed effort syracuse island sicily guide tyrant s rule instead thrown prison summary wikipedia p |
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5849 |
6410 |
Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse (dramatic reading) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Dramatic Readings, Animals & Nature |
Danny begins his tale regretting the length of his tail until he is corrected by Mr. Toad. Then he has a series of stalkings by Reddy and Granny Fox. He is captured by Hooty the Owl and escapes mid-flight to Peter Rabbit's briar patch. Peter goes to Farmer Brown's peach orchard and gets caught in a snare and barely escapes himself. Finally Danny gets trapped in a tin can and must use his wits to escape Reddy Fox again. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br><b><strong>Cast:</strong></b><br>\n<br>\nNarrator..............................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5796">Linette Geisel</a><br> \nDanny Meadow Mouse.......<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6035">Marty Kris</a><br> \nStriped Chipmunk...............<a href="http://elizabethklettaudio.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br> \nJohnny Chuck.....................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br> \nOld Mr. Toad.......................<a href="http://globalutists.blogspot.com/">Scott A. Jackson</a><br> \nReddy Fox..........................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br> \nGranny Fox.........................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br> \nHooty the Owl......................<a href="http://elizabethklettaudio.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br> \nTommy Tit the Chickadee....<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4744">Amy Gramour</a><br> \nPeter Rabbit........................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br> \nFarmer Brown.....................<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3664">Barry Eads</a><br> \nFarmer Brown's Boy............<a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6130">ChyAnne Donnell</a><br>\n<br>\n<strong>Audio Edited By:</strong> <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5796">Linette Geisel</a><br><br>This project was proof listened by Linette Geisel and ToddHW.<br><br> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-danny-meadow-mouse-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
danny begins tale regretting length tail corrected mr toad series stalkings reddy granny fox captured hooty owl escapes mid flight peter rabbit s briar patch peter goes farmer brown s peach orchard gets caught snare barely escapes himself finally danny gets trapped tin must use wits escape reddy fox again summary wikipedia br br b strong cast strong b br br narrator a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5796 linette geisel a br danny meadow mouse a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6035 marty kris a br striped chipmunk a href http elizabethklettaudio com elizabeth klett a br johnny chuck a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br old mr toad a href http globalutists blogspot com scott a jackson a br reddy fox a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7040 chris marcellus a br granny fox a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4145 patti cunningham a br hooty owl a href http elizabethklettaudio com elizabeth klett a br tommy tit chickadee a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4744 amy gramour a br peter rabbit a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br farmer brown a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3664 barry eads a br farmer brown s boy a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6130 chyanne donnell a br br strong audio edited by strong a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5796 linette geisel a br br this project proof listened linette geisel toddhw br br |
| 5897 |
5850 |
6411 |
One-Act Play Collection 004 |
Various |
Plays |
This collection of twelve one-act dramas features plays by James Allen, John Kendrick Bangs, Gordon Bottomley, Charles Dickens, Lord Dunsany, Susan Glaspell, George Bernard Shaw, August Strindberg, Marion Craig Wentworth, and William Butler Yeats. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<ul><li> <i>The Bicyclers</i> read by: Chuck Williamson, David Lawrence, Robert Hoffman, Todd, Elizabeth Klett, Amanda Friday, Kristingj, and Tricia G \n<li> <i>The Dark Lady of the Sonnets</i> read by: Chris Marcellus, Elizabeth Klett, Algy Pug, Christine Nendza, CaprishaPage \n<li> <i>Eolaus, a Dramatic Poem</i> read by: Noel Badrian, om123, Kristingj, Carol Box, Rhonda Federman, Algy Pug, Elizabeth Klett, Cathy Barratt \n<li> <i>Fame and the Poet</i> read by: Max Korlinge, Delmar H. Dolbier, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>Is She His Wife?</i> read by: Algy Pug, Noel Badrian, Tricia G, Elizabeth Klett, Christine Nendza, Kristingj \n<li> <i>King Lear's Wife</i> read by: Algy Pug, Bev. J. Stevens, Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw, Christine Nendza, Rhonda Federman, Nathaniel W. C. Higgins, April Gonzales \n<li> <i>The Land of Heart's Desire</i> read by: Noel Badrian, Liberty Stump, Chris Marcellus, Amanda Friday, Algy Pug, Kristingj, Chuck Williamson \n<li> <i>Mr. Nightingale's Diary</i> read by: AllenJohns, Todd, Kristingj, Elizabeth Klett, Algy Pug, Duan, Amanda Friday, Chuck Williamson \n<li> <i>The Stronger</i> read by: Kristingj and Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>Trifles</i> read by: Chuck Williamson, Delmar H. Dolbier, Robert Hoffman, Margaret Espaillat, Kristingj, Amy Wack \n<li> <i>War Brides</i> read by: Amanda Friday, Christine Nendza, Margaret Espaillat, Chuck Williamson, Duan, Chris Marcellus, Robert Hoffman, Tricia G, Ernst Pattynama \n<li> <i>Woman's Honor</i> read by: Chuck Williamson, Todd, Tricia G, Margaret Espaillat, Liberty Stump, Kristingj, Elizabeth Klett, Amanda Friday, Arielle Lipshaw, CaprishaPage \n</ul></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-004-by-various/ |
collection twelve one act dramas features plays james allen john kendrick bangs gordon bottomley charles dickens lord dunsany susan glaspell george bernard shaw august strindberg marion craig wentworth william butler yeats summary elizabeth klett br br ul li i the bicyclers i read by chuck williamson david lawrence robert hoffman todd elizabeth klett amanda friday kristingj tricia g li i the dark lady sonnets i read by chris marcellus elizabeth klett algy pug christine nendza caprishapage li i eolaus dramatic poem i read by noel badrian om123 kristingj carol box rhonda federman algy pug elizabeth klett cathy barratt li i fame poet i read by max korlinge delmar h dolbier elizabeth klett li i is wife i read by algy pug noel badrian tricia g elizabeth klett christine nendza kristingj li i king lear s wife i read by algy pug bev j stevens elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw christine nendza rhonda federman nathaniel w c higgins april gonzales li i the land heart s desire i read by noel badrian liberty stump chris marcellus amanda friday algy pug kristingj chuck williamson li i mr nightingale s diary i read by allenjohns todd kristingj elizabeth klett algy pug duan amanda friday chuck williamson li i the stronger i read by kristingj elizabeth klett li i trifles i read by chuck williamson delmar h dolbier robert hoffman margaret espaillat kristingj amy wack li i war brides i read by amanda friday christine nendza margaret espaillat chuck williamson duan chris marcellus robert hoffman tricia g ernst pattynama li i woman s honor i read by chuck williamson todd tricia g margaret espaillat liberty stump kristingj elizabeth klett amanda friday arielle lipshaw caprishapage ul p |
| 5898 |
5851 |
6412 |
Ebb-Tide |
Lloyd Osbourne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Three men down on their luck in Tahiti agree to ship out on a vessel whose officers have died of smallpox. Their desperate venture inspires them to a further idea: they will steal the schooner and its cargo of champagne, sell them, and live a plentiful life. The thought is intoxicating... and so is the cargo, which they sample. Inattention nearly brings them to grief in a sudden storm. This sobering experience is followed by another - apparently the dead officers had a similar ambition! - and their dreams of riches vanish.<br><br>Then, nearly out of provisions and deep in the heart of the Pacific where the chart shows no land - they happen on a small isle only hinted at in the records and never mapped. Saved! But what is this? The island hides a pearl fishery?<br><br>In the ebb-tide of fortune, what new villainy will the three attempt? (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-ebb-tide-by-robert-louis-stevenson-and-lloyd-osbourne/ |
three men luck tahiti agree ship vessel whose officers died smallpox desperate venture inspires idea steal schooner cargo champagne sell them live plentiful life thought intoxicating cargo sample inattention nearly brings grief sudden storm sobering experience followed another apparently dead officers similar ambition dreams riches vanish br br then nearly provisions deep heart pacific chart shows land happen small isle hinted records never mapped saved this island hides pearl fishery br br in ebb tide fortune new villainy three attempt summary mark f smith p |
| 5899 |
5852 |
6413 |
Bondage of the Will |
Martin Luther |
Christianity - Other |
<i>On the Bondage of the Will</i> (Latin: 'De Servo Arbitrio', literally, "On Un-free Will", or "Concerning Bound Choice"), by Martin Luther, was published in December 1525. It was his reply to Desiderius Erasmus's <i>De libero arbitrio diatribe sive collatio</i> or <i>On Free Will</i>, which had appeared in September 1524 as Erasmus's first public attack on Luther, after being wary about the methods of the reformer for many years. At issue was whether human beings, after the Fall of Man, are free to choose good or evil. The debate between Luther and Erasmus is one of the earliest of the Reformation over the issue of free will and predestination. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1525 |
https://librivox.org/the-bondage-of-the-will-by-martin-luther/ |
i on bondage will i latin de servo arbitrio literally on un free will concerning bound choice martin luther published december 1525 reply desiderius erasmus s i de libero arbitrio diatribe sive collatio i i on free will i appeared september 1524 erasmus s first public attack luther wary methods reformer many years issue whether human beings fall man free choose good evil debate luther erasmus one earliest reformation issue free predestination summary wikipedia p |
| 5900 |
5853 |
6414 |
Snowman in the Yard |
Joyce Kilmer |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Snowman in the Yard by Joyce Kilmer. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 26, 2012.<br><br>Alfred Joyce Kilmer was an American journalist, poet, literary critic, lecturer, and editor. Though a prolific poet whose works celebrated the common beauty of the natural world as well as his religious faith, Kilmer is remembered most for a short poem titled "Trees" (1913), which was published in the collection Trees and Other Poems in 1914.<br><br>At the time of his deployment to Europe during World War I (1914–1918), Kilmer was considered the leading American Catholic poet and lecturer of his generation, whom critics often compared to British contemporaries G. K. Chesterton (1874–1936) and Hilaire Belloc (1870–1953). A sergeant in the 165th U.S. Infantry Regiment (better known as 'The Fighting 69th), Kilmer was killed at the Second Battle of the Marne in 1918 at the age of 31. ( Summary from Wikipedia ) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-snowman-in-the-yard-by-joyce-kilmer/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings snowman yard joyce kilmer fortnightly poetry project february 26 2012 br br alfred joyce kilmer american journalist poet literary critic lecturer editor though prolific poet whose works celebrated common beauty natural world well religious faith kilmer remembered short poem titled trees 1913 published collection trees poems 1914 br br at time deployment europe world war 1914 1918 kilmer considered leading american catholic poet lecturer generation critics often compared british contemporaries g k chesterton 1874 1936 hilaire belloc 1870 1953 sergeant 165th u s infantry regiment better known the fighting 69th kilmer killed second battle marne 1918 age 31 summary wikipedia p |
| 5901 |
5917 |
6481 |
Self and Self-management: Essays about Existing |
Arnold Bennett |
Satire, Essays & Short Works, Philosophy |
<br />Bennett's essays always provide food for thought and bring a wry smile to the lips. Human nature, it appears, changes little over the ages, and Bennett, as always, stands the test of time, though in the case of some of the essays in this eclectic collection, it is well to remember that they were written at the time of the First World War and the fight for women's suffrage. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/self-and-self-management-essays-about-existing-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br bennett s essays always provide food thought bring wry smile lips human nature appears changes little ages bennett always stands test time though case essays eclectic collection well remember written time first world war fight women s suffrage summary ruth golding br br |
| 5902 |
5854 |
6415 |
Pride and Prejudice: A Play |
Jane Austen |
Comedy, Romance |
Pride and Prejudice, a comedy of manners and marriage, is the most famous of Jane Austen's novels. In this dramatic adaption by Mary Keith Medbery Macakaye some liberties are taken with the storyline and characters, but it is still a fun listen or read. Perhaps a good introduction for someone not ready to tackle the complete novel ~ and for the reader familiar with the work, a laugh can be had at the changes that were made in order to adapt it to the stage (Summary by Maria Therese)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Mr. Darcy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mr. Bingley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Colonel Fitzwilliam/Harris/Martin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mr. Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7786">Kevin W. Davidson</a><br>Mr. Collins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Sir William Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fout</a><br>Colonel Forster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Mr. Wickham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Mr. Denny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7010">VikingJames</a><br>Mrs. Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Jane Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Elizabeth Bennet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lydia Bennet/Lady Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br>Charlotte Lucas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Miss Bingley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Lady Catherine De Bourg: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Hill (The Housekeeper at Longbourn): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7396">KerrieRae Clarke</a><br>Martha (The Maid at Mr. Collins's Parsonage): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7410">Lauren Burwell</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Maria Therese</strong> ,/p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/pride-and-prejudice-a-play-by-mary-keith-medbery-mackaye/ |
pride prejudice comedy manners marriage famous jane austen s novels dramatic adaption mary keith medbery macakaye liberties taken storyline characters still fun listen read perhaps good introduction someone ready tackle complete novel reader familiar work laugh changes made order adapt stage summary maria therese br br strong cast strong br mr darcy a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mr bingley a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br colonel fitzwilliam harris martin a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr bennet a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a a href http librivox org reader 7786 kevin w davidson a br mr collins a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br sir william lucas a href http librivox org reader 6930 nolan fout a br colonel forster a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br mr wickham a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br mr denny a href http librivox org reader 7010 vikingjames a br mrs bennet a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br jane bennet a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br elizabeth bennet a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lydia bennet lady lucas a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br charlotte lucas a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br miss bingley a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br lady catherine de bourg a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br hill the housekeeper longbourn a href http librivox org reader 7396 kerrierae clarke a br martha the maid mr collins s parsonage a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7410 lauren burwell a br br strong audio edited maria therese strong p |
| 5903 |
5855 |
6416 |
Four Weird Tales |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
Four stories: The Insanity of Jones, The Man Who Found Out, The Glamour of the Snow, and Sand. Tales by one the greatest practitioners of supernatural literature. Reincarnation, the Occult, and mystery. (Summary by Stephen Harris) <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/four-weird-tales-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
four stories insanity jones man found out glamour snow sand tales one greatest practitioners supernatural literature reincarnation occult mystery summary stephen harris p |
| 5904 |
5856 |
6417 |
New Arabian Nights |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />New Arabian Nights is a collection of short stories which include Robert Louis Stevenson's earliest fiction as well as those considered his best work in the genre. The first and longest story stars Prince Florizel of Bohemia who appears in the later collection of stories "More New Arabian Nights: The Dynamiter." (Summary by Don W. Jenkins)<br /><br /> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/new-arabian-nights-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
br new arabian nights collection short stories include robert louis stevenson s earliest fiction well considered best work genre first longest story stars prince florizel bohemia appears later collection stories more new arabian nights dynamiter summary w jenkins br br |
| 5905 |
5857 |
6418 |
Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela Andrews (Dramatic Reading) |
Henry Fielding |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
An Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela Andrews, or simply Shamela, as it is more commonly known, is a satirical novel written by Henry Fielding and first published in April 1741 under the name of Mr. Conny Keyber. Fielding never owned to writing the work, but it is widely considered to be his. It is a direct attack on the then-popular novel Pamela (November 1740) by Fielding's contemporary and rival Samuel Richardson and is composed, like Pamela, in epistolary form. Shamela is written as a shocking revelation of the true events which took place in the life of Pamela Andrews, the main heroine of Pamela. From Shamela we learn that, instead of being a kind, humble, and chaste servant-girl, Pamela (whose true name turns out to be Shamela) is in fact a wicked and lascivious creature, scheming to entrap her master, Squire Booby, into marriage. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><b>Cast</b><br />Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br />Shamela: <a href="">Kristingj</a><br />Williams: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />Tickletext: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />Lucretia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br />Henrietta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br />Oliver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Booby: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br />Puff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br />Conny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">NoelBadrian</a><br /><br />Editor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1741 |
https://librivox.org/an-apology-for-the-life-of-mrs-shamela-andrews-by-henry-fielding/ |
apology life mrs shamela andrews simply shamela commonly known satirical novel written henry fielding first published april 1741 name mr conny keyber fielding never owned writing work widely considered his direct attack then popular novel pamela november 1740 fielding s contemporary rival samuel richardson composed like pamela epistolary form shamela written shocking revelation true events took place life pamela andrews main heroine pamela shamela learn that instead kind humble chaste servant girl pamela whose true name turns shamela fact wicked lascivious creature scheming entrap master squire booby marriage summary wikipedia br br b cast b br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br shamela a href kristingj a br williams a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br tickletext a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br lucretia a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br henrietta a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br oliver a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br booby a href http librivox org reader 5764 herman roskams a br puff a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br conny a href http librivox org reader 6965 noelbadrian a br br editor a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br br |
| 5906 |
5858 |
6419 |
Christopher Quarles: College Professor and Master Detective |
Percy James Brebner |
Detective Fiction |
Christopher Quarles is a professor of philosophy and a private consulting detective. Quarles, along with his granddaughter Zena, assists Police Detective Murray Wigan in solving various crimes and mysteries in Victorian England. Whereas the police look for facts and then form a theory of a case, Quarles first forms a theory, often seemingly absurd and based on little more than intuition, then seeks facts in support of it. Of course, to the astonishment of all concerned, Quarles' theories usually prove to be quite right! Christopher Quarles: College Professor and Master Detective was written by Percy James Brebner (1864-1922) and first published in 1914, a time when motor cars and electric lights were new marvels of the industrial age. (Summary by Tony Posante)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/christopher-quarles-college-professor-and-master-detective-by-percy-james-brebner/ |
christopher quarles professor philosophy private consulting detective quarles along granddaughter zena assists police detective murray wigan solving various crimes mysteries victorian england whereas police look facts form theory case quarles first forms theory often seemingly absurd based little intuition seeks facts support it course astonishment concerned quarles theories usually prove quite right christopher quarles college professor master detective written percy james brebner 1864 1922 first published 1914 time motor cars electric lights new marvels industrial age summary tony posante p |
| 5907 |
5859 |
6420 |
Geography and Plays |
Gertrude Stein |
General Fiction, Plays, Poetry |
Geography and Plays is a 1922 collection of Gertrude Stein's "word portraits," or stream-of-consciousness writings. These stream-of-consciousness experiments, rhythmical essays or "portraits", were designed to evoke "the excitingness of pure being" and can be seen as literature's answer to Cubism, plasticity, and collage. Although the book has been described as "a marvellous and painstaking achievement in setting down approximately 80,000 words which mean nothing at all," it is considered to be one of Stein's seminal works. (summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/geography-and-plays-by-gertrude-stein/ |
geography plays 1922 collection gertrude stein s word portraits stream of consciousness writings stream of consciousness experiments rhythmical essays portraits designed evoke the excitingness pure being seen literature s answer cubism plasticity collage although book described a marvellous painstaking achievement setting approximately 80 000 words mean nothing all considered one stein s seminal works summary wildemoose wikipedia p |
| 5908 |
5860 |
6421 |
Naval Officer, or Scenes in the Life and Adventures of Frank Mildmay |
Frederick Marryat |
War & Military Fiction |
Marryat was a midshipman under Captain Cochrane and this, his first naval adventure, is considered to be a highly autobiographical telling of his adventures with one of Britain's most famous and daring naval captains. (Summary by Paul Klipp) </p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/the-naval-officer-or-scenes-in-the-life-and-adventures-of-frank-mildmay-by-frederick-marryat/ |
marryat midshipman captain cochrane this first naval adventure considered highly autobiographical telling adventures one britain s famous daring naval captains summary paul klipp p |
| 5909 |
5861 |
6422 |
In the Midst of Life; Tales of Soldiers and Civilians |
Ambrose Bierce |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
These stories detail the lives of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. This is the 1909 edition. The 1909 edition omits six stories from the original 1891 edition; these six stories are added to this LibriVox recording (from an undated English edition). The 1891 edition is entitled <i>In The Midst Of Life; Tales Of Soldiers And Civilians</i>. The Wikipedia entry for the book uses the title <i>Tales of Soldiers and Civilians</i>. <br/><br/>\n\nAmbrose Gwinnett Bierce (June 24, 1842 – after December 26, 1913) was an American editorialist, journalist, short story writer, fabulist and satirist. Today, he is best known for his short story, "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and his satirical lexicon, <i>The Devil's Dictionary</i>. The sardonic view of human nature that informed his work – along with his vehemence as a critic, with his motto "nothing matters" – earned him the nickname "Bitter Bierce." Despite his reputation as a searing critic, however, Bierce was known to encourage younger writers, including poet George Sterling and fiction writer W. C. Morrow. Bierce employed a distinctive style of writing, especially in his stories. This style often embraces an abrupt beginning, dark imagery, vague references to time, limited descriptions, the theme of war, and impossible events. In 1913, Bierce traveled to Mexico to gain a first-hand perspective on that country's ongoing revolution. While traveling with rebel troops, the elderly writer disappeared without a trace. Since the book is a compilation of short stories, there is not an overarching plot. However, there are literary elements, or plot devices, that are shared throughout. Bierce's stories often begin mid-plot, with relevant details withheld until the end, where the dramatic resolution unfolds differently than expected, to a degree where most are considered twist endings. His characters were described by George Sterling as: "His heroes, or rather victims, are lonely men, passing to unpredictable dooms, and hearing, from inaccessible crypts of space, the voices of unseen malevolencies."... Bierce served as a union soldier during the Civil War and his experiences as a soldier served as an inspiration for his writing, particularly for the Soldiers section. In this way, Bierce's war treatments anticipate and parallel Ernest Hemingway's later arrival, whereas the civilian tales later influence horror writers. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-midst-of-life-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
stories detail lives soldiers civilians american civil war 1909 edition 1909 edition omits six stories original 1891 edition six stories added librivox recording from undated english edition 1891 edition entitled i in midst life tales soldiers civilians i wikipedia entry book uses title i tales soldiers civilians i br br ambrose gwinnett bierce june 24 1842 december 26 1913 american editorialist journalist short story writer fabulist satirist today best known short story an occurrence owl creek bridge satirical lexicon i the devil s dictionary i sardonic view human nature informed work along vehemence critic motto nothing matters earned nickname bitter bierce despite reputation searing critic however bierce known encourage younger writers including poet george sterling fiction writer w c morrow bierce employed distinctive style writing especially stories style often embraces abrupt beginning dark imagery vague references time limited descriptions theme war impossible events 1913 bierce traveled mexico gain first hand perspective country s ongoing revolution traveling rebel troops elderly writer disappeared without trace since book compilation short stories overarching plot however literary elements plot devices shared throughout bierce s stories often begin mid plot relevant details withheld end dramatic resolution unfolds differently expected degree considered twist endings characters described george sterling as his heroes rather victims lonely men passing unpredictable dooms hearing inaccessible crypts space voices unseen malevolencies bierce served union soldier civil war experiences soldier served inspiration writing particularly soldiers section way bierce s war treatments anticipate parallel ernest hemingway s later arrival whereas civilian tales later influence horror writers summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 5910 |
5863 |
6424 |
Simplex Munditiis |
Ben Jonson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Simplex Munditiis by Ben Jonson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 26, 2012.<br><br>Ben Jonson was an English poet and playwright. He had a huge influence on both the theatre of his day and that which came after.<br>Much of his poetry was inspired by the classical world of Ancient Greece and Rome. He also wrote a lot of satirical poetry on everyday topics, of which this poem is one such example. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/simplex-munditiis-by-ben-jonson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings simplex munditiis ben jonson weekly poetry project february 26 2012 br br ben jonson english poet playwright huge influence theatre day came after br much poetry inspired classical world ancient greece rome also wrote lot satirical poetry everyday topics poem one example summary lucy perry p |
| 5911 |
5864 |
6425 |
Two Sides To Every Question: From A South Australian Standpoint |
Maud Jean Franc |
General Fiction |
'Two Sides to Every Question’: From a South Australian Standpoint is a meditation on poverty, wealth, and social aspiration set in the free settlement of Adelaide in pre-Federation Australia. The novel follows the lives of a cast of characters from different social classes as they negotiate the twists and turns in their respective fortunes. The newly-bereaved Alton family—an invalid widow and her two grown children, Tom and Nettie—sell their rural property and move to the slovenly back streets of the inner-city; they are determined to hold onto their dignity and values as they turn to earning a living for the first time. The wealthy Clinton family runs the stock supply business where Tom finds employment as a clerk. Tom’s boss, Robert Clinton, supplements his business income through trading mining shares. His financial success ensures his wife and daughters, Elsie and Lily, have access to the higher echelons of colonial society. Meanwhile, the Clintons' cousin, Arthur Delta, arrives from England to take a position in his uncle’s business. Arthur's mother has called on her brother's charity to help her family in their time of need. When Arthur and Elsie fall in love, the scene is set as he attempts to build his fortune to secure her father’s favour and, so, her hand in marriage. (Summary by kirstyl) </p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/two-sides-to-every-question-from-a-south-australian-standpoint-by-maud-jean-franc/ |
two sides every question south australian standpoint meditation poverty wealth social aspiration set free settlement adelaide pre federation australia novel follows lives cast characters different social classes negotiate twists turns respective fortunes newly bereaved alton family an invalid widow two grown children tom nettie sell rural property move slovenly back streets inner city determined hold onto dignity values turn earning living first time wealthy clinton family runs stock supply business tom finds employment clerk tom s boss robert clinton supplements business income trading mining shares financial success ensures wife daughters elsie lily access higher echelons colonial society meanwhile clintons cousin arthur delta arrives england take position uncle s business arthur s mother called brother s charity help family time need arthur elsie fall love scene set attempts build fortune secure father s favour and so hand marriage summary kirstyl p |
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5865 |
6426 |
Short Poetry Collection 106 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-106-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers march 2012 br br |
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5866 |
6427 |
Wachsfigurenkabinett |
Oskar Panizza |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, *Non-fiction |
Auf einem Nürnberger Jahrmarkt wird in einem Wachsfigurenkabinett mit beweglichen mechanischen Figuren das »Leiden und Sterben unseres Heilandes Jesu Christi« aufgeführt. Die Figuren und die Inszenierung sowie die Reaktionen des Publikums lassen den heiligen Stoff jedoch zu einer grotesken Komödie ausarten.<br></br>\nNeben der satirischen Auseinandersetzung mit der Darstellung eines religiösen Stoffes in einer Jahrmarkt-Schaubude gibt die Geschichte auch einen lebhaften Einblick in die Welt des Figurentheaters im 19. Jahrhundert.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)<br></br>\nAnmerkung: Das französische Zitat von Renan am Anfang des Textes heißt ins Deutsche übersetzt:\n"Um die göttlichen Dinge einer Religion gut zu kennen, muss man sie sich in einer ganz und gar menschlichen Gestalt vorstellen."</p> |
German |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/das-wachsfigurenkabinett-by-oskar-panizza/ |
auf einem nürnberger jahrmarkt wird einem wachsfigurenkabinett mit beweglichen mechanischen figuren das leiden und sterben unseres heilandes jesu christi aufgeführt die figuren und die inszenierung sowie die reaktionen des publikums lassen den heiligen stoff jedoch zu einer grotesken komödie ausarten br br neben der satirischen auseinandersetzung mit der darstellung eines religiösen stoffes einer jahrmarkt schaubude gibt die geschichte auch einen lebhaften einblick die welt des figurentheaters im 19 jahrhundert zusammenfassung von karlsson br br anmerkung das französische zitat von renan anfang des textes heißt ins deutsche übersetzt um die göttlichen dinge einer religion gut zu kennen muss man sie sich einer ganz und gar menschlichen gestalt vorstellen p |
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5867 |
6428 |
Masque of Anarchy |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Political Science |
The Masque of Anarchy was Shelley's response to the Peterloo massacre at St Peter's Fields, Manchester, where 18 died and hundreds were injured, after Hussars charged into a rally for parliamentary reform. Written in Italy in 1819, the poem was not published until 1832, ten years after Shelley's death. This reading is from the first published edition with the addition of three words that were inserted in full only in later additions ('Eldon' in Stanza IV and 'Bible' and 'Sidmouth' in Stanza VI). The poem is preceded by Leigh Hunt's preface to the 1932 edition and followed by Harry Buxton Forman's 1887 lecture on the poem to the Shelley Society. (Summary by Phil Benson) <p> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/the-masque-of-anarchy-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
masque anarchy shelley s response peterloo massacre st peter s fields manchester 18 died hundreds injured hussars charged rally parliamentary reform written italy 1819 poem published 1832 ten years shelley s death reading first published edition addition three words inserted full later additions eldon stanza iv bible sidmouth stanza vi poem preceded leigh hunt s preface 1932 edition followed harry buxton forman s 1887 lecture poem shelley society summary phil benson p |
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5868 |
6429 |
History of King Lear |
Nahum Tate |
Plays |
The History of King Lear is an adaptation by Nahum Tate of William Shakespeare's King Lear. It first appeared in 1681, some seventy-five years after Shakespeare's version, and is believed to have replaced Shakespeare's version on the English stage in whole or in part until 1838. Unlike Shakespeare's tragedy, Tate's play has a happy ending, with Lear regaining his throne, Cordelia marrying Edgar, and Edgar joyfully declaring that "truth and virtue shall at last succeed." Regarded as a tragicomedy, the play has five acts, as does Shakespeare's, although the number of scenes is different, and the text is about eight hundred lines shorter than Shakespeare's. Many of Shakespeare's original lines are retained, or modified only slightly, but a significant portion of the text is entirely new, and much is omitted. The character of the Fool, for example, is absent. Although many critics — including Joseph Addison, August Wilhelm Schlegel, Charles Lamb, William Hazlitt, and Anna Jameson — condemned Tate's adaptation for what they saw as its cheap sentimentality, it was popular with theatregoers, and was approved by Samuel Johnson, who regarded Cordelia's death in Shakespeare's play as unbearable. Shakespeare's version continued to appear in printed editions of his works, but, according to numerous scholars, including A.C. Bradley and Stanley Wells, did not appear on the English stage for over a hundred and fifty years from the date of the first performance of Tate's play Actors such as Thomas Betterton, David Garrick, and John Philip Kemble, who were famous for the role of Lear, were portraying Tate's Lear, not Shakespeare's. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>King Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Gloster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Kent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Edgar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">Dublin Gothic</a><br>Edmund, the Bastard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Cornwall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Cornwall's Servant/Old Man/Gentleman/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Albany: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Burgundy/Physician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7010">VikingJames</a><br>Goneril's gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Attendant/Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7233">CJacobA</a><br>Arante/Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>First Ruffian/Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathaniel W. C. Higgins</a><br>Second Ruffian/Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Gonerill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Regan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Cordelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Introduction/Prologue/Dramatis Personae: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Phil Chenevert</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1681 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-king-lear-by-nahum-tate/ |
history king lear adaptation nahum tate william shakespeare s king lear first appeared 1681 seventy five years shakespeare s version believed replaced shakespeare s version english stage whole part 1838 unlike shakespeare s tragedy tate s play happy ending lear regaining throne cordelia marrying edgar edgar joyfully declaring truth virtue shall last succeed regarded tragicomedy play five acts shakespeare s although number scenes different text eight hundred lines shorter shakespeare s many shakespeare s original lines retained modified slightly significant portion text entirely new much omitted character fool example absent although many critics including joseph addison august wilhelm schlegel charles lamb william hazlitt anna jameson condemned tate s adaptation saw cheap sentimentality popular theatregoers approved samuel johnson regarded cordelia s death shakespeare s play unbearable shakespeare s version continued appear printed editions works but according numerous scholars including a c bradley stanley wells appear english stage hundred fifty years date first performance tate s play actors thomas betterton david garrick john philip kemble famous role lear portraying tate s lear shakespeare s summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br king lear a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br gloster a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br kent a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br edgar a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublin gothic a br edmund bastard a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br cornwall a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br cornwall s servant old man gentleman servant a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br albany a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br burgundy physician a href http librivox org reader 7010 vikingjames a br goneril s gentleman a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br attendant messenger a href http librivox org reader 7233 cjacoba a br arante herald a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br first ruffian officer a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathaniel w c higgins a br second ruffian captain a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br gonerill a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br regan a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br cordelia a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br introduction prologue dramatis personae a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br br strong audio edited phil chenevert strong br br |
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5869 |
6430 |
King Lear (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Tragedy |
The Tragedy of King Lear is a tragedy by William Shakespeare. The title character descends into madness after foolishly disposing of his estate between two of his three daughters based on their flattery, bringing tragic consequences for all. The play is based on the legend of Leir of Britain, a mythological pre-Roman Celtic king. It has been widely adapted for the stage and motion pictures, and the role of Lear has been coveted and played by many of the world's most accomplished actors. The play was written between 1603 and 1606 and later revised. Shakespeare's earlier version, The True Chronicle of the History of the Life and Death of King Lear and His Three Daughters, was published in quarto in 1608. The Tragedy of King Lear, a more theatrical version, was included in the 1623 First Folio. Modern editors usually conflate the two, though some insist that each version has its individual integrity that should be preserved. After the Restoration, the play was often revised with a happy ending for audiences who disliked its dark and depressing tone, but since the 19th century Shakespeare's original version has been regarded as one of his supreme achievements. The tragedy is particularly noted for its probing observations on the nature of human suffering and kinship. George Bernard Shaw wrote, "No man will ever write a better tragedy than Lear". (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>King Lear: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Edmund/King of France/Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Duke of Burgundy/Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7010">VikingJames</a><br>Duke of Cornwall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Duke of Albany: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Earl of Kent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Earl of Gloucester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Edgar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Curan/Third Servant/Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathaniel W.C. Higgins</a><br>Knight/Old Man/Physician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Fool/Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Oswald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>First Servant/Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6849">Dan Raynham</a><br>Goneril: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Regan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Cordelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/king-lear-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
tragedy king lear tragedy william shakespeare title character descends madness foolishly disposing estate two three daughters based flattery bringing tragic consequences all play based legend leir britain mythological pre roman celtic king widely adapted stage motion pictures role lear coveted played many world s accomplished actors play written 1603 1606 later revised shakespeare s earlier version true chronicle history life death king lear three daughters published quarto 1608 tragedy king lear theatrical version included 1623 first folio modern editors usually conflate two though insist version individual integrity preserved restoration play often revised happy ending audiences disliked dark depressing tone since 19th century shakespeare s original version regarded one supreme achievements tragedy particularly noted probing observations nature human suffering kinship george bernard shaw wrote no man ever write better tragedy lear summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br king lear a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br edmund king france second servant a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br duke burgundy messenger a href http librivox org reader 7010 vikingjames a br duke cornwall a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br duke albany a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br earl kent a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br earl gloucester a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br edgar a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br curan third servant captain a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathaniel w c higgins a br knight old man physician a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br fool herald a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy l gramour a br oswald a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br first servant officer a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br gentleman a href http librivox org reader 6849 dan raynham a br goneril a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br regan a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br cordelia a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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5870 |
6431 |
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz (Version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
Dorothy is swallowed by an earthquake! And that is just the start of Dorothy's adventures in this exciting and fun book. She and her kitten, Eureka are on their way home and stop to visit a relative in California. But the earthquake opens the ground under their feet and everyone, including the horse and buggy and her cousin Zeb fall deep, deep into the earth. Down there they find they can walk on air, but are attacked by the strange and dangerous vegetable creatures. But who should drop in but Dorothy's old friend the Wizard of Oz with 9 tiny piglets! And all the animals can talk! From there the adventure really begins to get strange but in the end all is well when Ozma rescues them but I won't tell you how. Whew! what an exciting book! (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-and-the-wizard-in-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
dorothy swallowed earthquake start dorothy s adventures exciting fun book kitten eureka way home stop visit relative california earthquake opens ground feet everyone including horse buggy cousin zeb fall deep deep earth find walk air attacked strange dangerous vegetable creatures drop dorothy s old friend wizard oz 9 tiny piglets animals talk adventure really begins get strange end well ozma rescues tell how whew exciting book summary phil chenevert p |
| 5918 |
5871 |
6433 |
Firelight Fairy Book |
Henry Beston |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
One pleasant summer day, as the fairy-tale lover sat reading a book beneath the low spreading branches of an oak tree, he heard a hum of wings, and looking up startled from his book, he discovered the Fairy Goldenwand standing close by. "Are you still seeking new fairy tales?" said the Fairy Goldenwand. "Yes," said the reader. "Will you write them down if I tell you some really new ones?" said the Fairy. "Oh yes, indeed," said the reader. "And I'll put them into a book;..." "Oh, that will be fine!" said the Fairy Goldenwand. "I knew you wouldn't mind my appearing so suddenly. Ever so many things have happened in Fairyland since the last books were written, and we all think it's a dreadful shame that children have n't heard about them. Just imagine boys and girls not knowing about the adventures of the Prince in Lantern Land! Shall I tell you the story?" And that's the way the author heard about the Shepherd of Clouds, Florian, Marianna, Giles, Bobo, and all the other new friends. That you may long enjoy their adventures is the wish of the author. And so we have it on good authority that these new fairy tales come directly from the ever truthful lips of the Fairy Goldenwand. What more could anyone want? (Summary by the introduction)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-firelight-fairy-book-by-henry-beston/ |
one pleasant summer day fairy tale lover sat reading book beneath low spreading branches oak tree heard hum wings looking startled book discovered fairy goldenwand standing close by are still seeking new fairy tales said fairy goldenwand yes said reader will write tell really new ones said fairy oh yes indeed said reader and i ll put book oh fine said fairy goldenwand i knew mind appearing suddenly ever many things happened fairyland since last books written think dreadful shame children n t heard them imagine boys girls knowing adventures prince lantern land shall tell story that s way author heard shepherd clouds florian marianna giles bobo new friends may long enjoy adventures wish author good authority new fairy tales come directly ever truthful lips fairy goldenwand could anyone want summary introduction p |
| 5919 |
5872 |
6434 |
Doings of Raffles Haw |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The people of the small town of Tamfield are not used to exciting things happening. When millionaire Raffles Haw moves to town, rumors spread like wildfire about him. The advent of Mr. Haw, however, changes the town, and particularly the lives of the McIntyre family, in ways no one could ever have guessed. (summary by Patrick Wells)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-doings-of-raffles-haw-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
people small town tamfield used exciting things happening millionaire raffles haw moves town rumors spread like wildfire him advent mr haw however changes town particularly lives mcintyre family ways one could ever guessed summary patrick wells p |
| 5920 |
5873 |
6435 |
Madame Bovary (French) |
Gustave Flaubert |
General Fiction, Romance |
Charles Bovary, médecin de campagne, veuf d'une mégère, fait lors d'une tournée la rencontre du père Rouault et de sa fille, Emma. Après leur mariage, Emma reste insatisfaite et rêve d'une nouvelle vie. Son premier amant lui donne le goût du luxe et fait miroiter un avenir à deux avant de l'abandonner. Une fois remise, Emma continue à faire de folles dépenses, qui peu à peu la mènent à la ruine et au déshonneur. (Résumé par Nadine)</p> |
French |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/madame-bovary-french-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
charles bovary médecin de campagne veuf d une mégère fait lors d une tournée la rencontre du père rouault et de sa fille emma après leur mariage emma reste insatisfaite et rêve d une nouvelle vie son premier amant lui donne le goût du luxe et fait miroiter un avenir à deux avant de l abandonner une fois remise emma continue à faire de folles dépenses qui peu à peu la mènent à la ruine et au déshonneur résumé par nadine p |
| 5921 |
5874 |
6436 |
Vóór Adam's tijd |
Jack London |
Historical Fiction, *Non-fiction, Nature |
"Vóór Adam's tijd" is het verhaal van een jongen die droomt dat hij het leven leidt van een vroege mensachtige, Australopithecus. Het verhaal geeft een vroege visie op de menselijke evolutie weer. Het grootste deel van het verhaal wordt verteld door het prehistorische alter-ego van de jongen, één van de holenmensen. Naast de holenmensen waren er de geavanceerdere vuurmensen, en de primitievere bomenmensen. Ook wilde dieren, zoals een sabeltandtijger, spelen een rol. Samenvatting van Wikipedia</p> |
Dutch |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/voor-adams-tijd-by-jack-london/ |
vóór adam s tijd het verhaal van een jongen die droomt dat hij het leven leidt van een vroege mensachtige australopithecus het verhaal geeft een vroege visie op de menselijke evolutie weer het grootste deel van het verhaal wordt verteld door het prehistorische alter ego van de jongen één van de holenmensen naast de holenmensen waren er de geavanceerdere vuurmensen en de primitievere bomenmensen ook wilde dieren zoals een sabeltandtijger spelen een rol samenvatting van wikipedia p |
| 5922 |
6155 |
6727 |
Reflections on the Revolution in France |
Edmund Burke |
Political Science, Early Modern |
Reflections on the Revolution in France is a 1790 book by Edmund Burke, one of the best-known intellectual attacks against the (then-infant) French Revolution. In the twentieth century, it much influenced conservative and classical liberal intellectuals, who recast Burke's Whig arguments as a critique of Communism and Socialist revolutionary programmes. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/reflections-on-the-revolution-in-france-by-edmund-burke/ |
reflections revolution france 1790 book edmund burke one best known intellectual attacks then infant french revolution twentieth century much influenced conservative classical liberal intellectuals recast burke s whig arguments critique communism socialist revolutionary programmes summary wikipedia p |
| 5923 |
5875 |
6437 |
Coming of the Fairies |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
After a number of deaths in his close family, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle turned to spiritualism in hope of finding proof of the afterlife. Being open in this way, he wanted to believe that spirits and other supernatural being including fairies were real. Because of this he believed the photographs of fairies taken by the Cottingley girls were proof of the existence of such beings. In this book he presents his stance on the issue. Eventually it was proven that the photographs were indeed a hoax. (Summary by Amy Gramour) <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-of-the-fairies-by-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
number deaths close family sir arthur conan doyle turned spiritualism hope finding proof afterlife open way wanted believe spirits supernatural including fairies real believed photographs fairies taken cottingley girls proof existence beings book presents stance issue eventually proven photographs indeed hoax summary amy gramour p |
| 5924 |
5876 |
6439 |
Crystal Stopper |
Maurice Leblanc |
Detective Fiction |
During a burglary at the home of Deputy Daubrecq a crime is committed, and two accomplices of Arsène Lupin are arrested by the police. One is guilty of the crime, the other innocent, but both will be sentenced to death. Lupin seeks to deliver the victim of a miscarriage of justice, but struggles against Deputy Daubrecq's ruthless blackmailer, who has an incriminating document hidden in a crystal stopper. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-crystal-stopper-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
burglary home deputy daubrecq crime committed two accomplices arsène lupin arrested police one guilty crime innocent sentenced death lupin seeks deliver victim miscarriage justice struggles deputy daubrecq s ruthless blackmailer incriminating document hidden crystal stopper summary wikipedia p |
| 5925 |
5877 |
6440 |
Famous American Statesmen |
Sarah Knowles Bolton |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
A sketch of the lives of some of America's early Statesmen: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Andrew Jackson, Daniel Webster, Henry Clay, Charles Sumner, Ulysses S. Grant, and James A. Garfield. (Summary by Barry Eads)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/famous-american-statesmen-by-sarah-knowles-bolton/ |
sketch lives america s early statesmen george washington benjamin franklin thomas jefferson alexander hamilton andrew jackson daniel webster henry clay charles sumner ulysses s grant james a garfield summary barry eads p |
| 5926 |
5878 |
6441 |
Mystères de Paris - Tome 2 |
Eugène Sue |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Après avoir été recueillie par Mme Georges à la campagne, Fleur-de-Marie est assaillie par des remords quant à sa vie passée. La Chouette et le Maître d'École organisent son enlèvement, tandis que Rodolphe apprend les détails de l'histoire de la famille Morel, les voisins de la Goualeuse. Ceux-ci vivent dans une misère absolue, tandis que leur fille aînée travaille comme domestique chez Jacques Ferrand, où se trouve un jeune clerc que Rodolphe cherche à retrouver depuis longtemps...<br/>Intrigues, romance, mystère, machination... (Résumé par Nadine)<p> |
French |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/les-mysteres-de-paris-tome-2-by-eugene-sue/ |
après avoir été recueillie par mme georges à la campagne fleur de marie est assaillie par des remords quant à sa vie passée la chouette et le maître d école organisent son enlèvement tandis que rodolphe apprend les détails de l histoire de la famille morel les voisins de la goualeuse ceux ci vivent dans une misère absolue tandis que leur fille aînée travaille comme domestique chez jacques ferrand où se trouve un jeune clerc que rodolphe cherche à retrouver depuis longtemps br intrigues romance mystère machination résumé par nadine p |
| 5927 |
5879 |
6442 |
Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous |
Sarah Knowles Bolton |
Biography & Autobiography |
These characters have been chosen from various countries and from varied professions, that the youth who read this book may see that poverty is no barrier to success. It usually develops ambition, and nerves people to action. Life at best has much of struggle, and we need to be cheered and stimulated by the careers of those who have overcome obstacles.<br><br>If Lincoln and Garfield, both farmer-boys, could come to the Presidency, then there is a chance for other farmer-boys. If Ezra Cornell, a mechanic, could become the president of great telegraph companies, and leave millions to a university, then other mechanics can come to fame. If Sir Titus Salt, working and sorting wool in a factory at nineteen, could build one of the model towns of the world for his thousands of workingmen, then there is encouragement and inspiration for other toilers in factories. These lives show that without WORK and WILL no great things are achieved.<br><br>I have selected several characters because they were the centres of important historical epochs. With Garibaldi is necessarily told the story of Italian unity; with Garrison and Greeley, the fall of slavery; and with Lincoln and Sheridan, the battles of our Civil War. (Summary by Sarah K. Bolton)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-poor-boys-who-became-famous-by-sarah-knowles-bolton/ |
characters chosen various countries varied professions youth read book may see poverty barrier success usually develops ambition nerves people action life best much struggle need cheered stimulated careers overcome obstacles br br if lincoln garfield farmer boys could come presidency chance farmer boys ezra cornell mechanic could become president great telegraph companies leave millions university mechanics come fame sir titus salt working sorting wool factory nineteen could build one model towns world thousands workingmen encouragement inspiration toilers factories lives show without work great things achieved br br i selected several characters centres important historical epochs garibaldi necessarily told story italian unity garrison greeley fall slavery lincoln sheridan battles civil war summary sarah k bolton p |
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5880 |
6443 |
Light and Peace: Instructions for Devout Souls to Dispel Their Doubts and Allay Their Fears |
Carlo Giuseppe Quadrupani |
Christianity - Other |
Padre Quadrupani was an Italian priest and member of the Clerics Regular of St. Paul, also known as the Barnabites, from their association with St. Barnabas Catholic Church in Milan, Italy. Quadrupani's spirituality is based on that of the illustrious Doctor of the Church, St. Francis de Sales (1567-1622). Like St. Francis, the Padre offers spiritual advice that is practical and balanced. Perhaps it is owing to this that Quadrupani's treatise has been so well received by Catholic laypersons and has been recommended by numerous bishops over the years. This English edition, Light and Peace, is introduced by The Most Rev. Patrick John Ryan, Archbishop of Philadelphia, and bears an imprimatur. It is generously augmented with excerpts from the writings of St. Francis de Sales, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Bernard, Pope St. Gregory the Great, St. Philip Neri, Archbishop Francois Fenelon, Father Lorenzo Scupoli, and other spiritual authorities. (Summary by dave7) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/light-and-peace-instructions-for-devout-souls-to-dispel-their-doubts-and-allay-their-fears-by-carlo-giuseppe-quadrupani/ |
padre quadrupani italian priest member clerics regular st paul also known barnabites association st barnabas catholic church milan italy quadrupani s spirituality based illustrious doctor church st francis de sales 1567 1622 like st francis padre offers spiritual advice practical balanced perhaps owing quadrupani s treatise well received catholic laypersons recommended numerous bishops years english edition light peace introduced rev patrick john ryan archbishop philadelphia bears imprimatur generously augmented excerpts writings st francis de sales st augustine st thomas aquinas st bernard pope st gregory great st philip neri archbishop francois fenelon father lorenzo scupoli spiritual authorities summary dave7 p |
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5881 |
6444 |
Hungry Stones And Other Stories |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories written by the nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. The stories contained in this volume were translated by several hands. The version of The Victory is the author's own work. The seven stories which follow were translated by Mr. C. F. Andrews, with the help of the author's help. Assistance has also been given by the Rev. E. J. Thompson, Panna Lal Basu, Prabhat Kumar Mukerjii, and the Sister Nivedita.(Summary by sidhu177) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-hungry-stones-and-other-stories-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
collection short stories written nobel laureate rabindranath tagore stories contained volume translated several hands version victory author s work seven stories follow translated mr c f andrews help author s help assistance also given rev e j thompson panna lal basu prabhat kumar mukerjii sister nivedita summary sidhu177 p |
| 5930 |
6163 |
6735 |
Organic Evolution |
Richard Swann Lull |
Life Sciences |
Organic Evolution is a college textbook that describes the mechanism of biological evolution by natural selection. It then explores the evidences for evolution in various animals, including insects, reptiles, birds and humans, mainly from the science of paleontology. (Summary by JoeD) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/organic-evolution-by-richard-swann-lull/ |
organic evolution college textbook describes mechanism biological evolution natural selection explores evidences evolution various animals including insects reptiles birds humans mainly science paleontology summary joed p |
| 5931 |
5882 |
6445 |
Jürg Jenatsch |
Conrad Ferdinand Meyer |
War & Military Fiction |
Jürg Jenatsch ist der Titel eines 1876 erschienenen historischen Romans von Conrad Ferdinand Meyer über den Bündner Pfarrer und Militärführer Georg Jenatsch. Der Roman spielt in der Zeit des Dreißigjährigen Krieges. Zu Beginn des Krieges streben die Spanier danach, Graubünden unter ihre Gewalt zu bringen um damit die strategisch wichtigen Bergpässe unter Kontrolle zu bekommen. Den Spaniern tritt der junge protestantische Pastor Jürg Jenatsch entgegen. Er ist Anführer der protestantischen Bündnern, die angetreten sind, ihre Heimat zu verteidigen. Sein Gegenspieler auf der katholischen Seite ist der Freiherr Pompejus Planta. Provisorische Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia </p> |
German |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/jurg-jenatsch-by-conrad-ferdinand-meyer/ |
jürg jenatsch ist der titel eines 1876 erschienenen historischen romans von conrad ferdinand meyer über den bündner pfarrer und militärführer georg jenatsch der roman spielt der zeit des dreißigjährigen krieges zu beginn des krieges streben die spanier danach graubünden unter ihre gewalt zu bringen um damit die strategisch wichtigen bergpässe unter kontrolle zu bekommen den spaniern tritt der junge protestantische pastor jürg jenatsch entgegen er ist anführer der protestantischen bündnern die angetreten sind ihre heimat zu verteidigen sein gegenspieler auf der katholischen seite ist der freiherr pompejus planta provisorische zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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5883 |
6446 |
Right of Way |
Gilbert Parker |
General Fiction |
Charley Steele is a successful and brilliant Canadian lawyer. He has a nagging wife, Kathleen, and a lazy brother-in- law, Billy. In spite of his success, he is disillusioned with his life, drinks too much, and is deeply troubled by his agnosticism which leads to trouble and confusion. When Billy embezzles money, Charley discovers the theft and sets out to make things right. Charley however, ends up in a waterfront saloon where he encounters a barroom brawl and becomes unconscious. Charley loses his memory and ends up in the Canadian Northwoods where he falls in love with a pretty postmistress, Rosalie. He finds he is perfectly content with his "new" life but when his memory returns, he is deeply disturbed by his past and ponders whether to return to his old life to make amends. Mystery, romance, and intrigue are interwoven throughout the novel. The Right of Way was made into movies in 1915, 1920, and 1931. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-right-of-way-by-gilbert-parker/ |
charley steele successful brilliant canadian lawyer nagging wife kathleen lazy brother in law billy spite success disillusioned life drinks much deeply troubled agnosticism leads trouble confusion billy embezzles money charley discovers theft sets make things right charley however ends waterfront saloon encounters barroom brawl becomes unconscious charley loses memory ends canadian northwoods falls love pretty postmistress rosalie finds perfectly content new life memory returns deeply disturbed past ponders whether return old life make amends mystery romance intrigue interwoven throughout novel right way made movies 1915 1920 1931 summary tom weiss p |
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5884 |
6447 |
Deeper Christian Life |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
If you were put on trial for being a Christian, would you be convicted? Christians have asked themselves this question, or ones like it, for millennia. In his book, The Deeper Christian Life, Andrew Murray helps us come to grips with those nagging insecurities in our Christian walk. A shallow relationship with God leads us down a road of doubt and insecurities. Can I be forgiven? How can I forgive? Murray tells us that we can go deeper in our relationship with God, and with that deeper relationship comes growing confidence and joy in the gospel. That joy springs from the knowledge of God's grace in forgiving us, and enables us to extend that grace to others in our lives. (Summary from the introduction) </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-deeper-christian-life-by-andrew-murray/ |
put trial christian would convicted christians asked question ones like it millennia book deeper christian life andrew murray helps us come grips nagging insecurities christian walk shallow relationship god leads us road doubt insecurities forgiven forgive murray tells us go deeper relationship god deeper relationship comes growing confidence joy gospel joy springs knowledge god s grace forgiving us enables us extend grace others lives summary introduction p |
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5885 |
6448 |
For Every Music Lover |
Aubertine Woodward Moore |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works, Music |
A series of essays for music lovers, covering many topics. From music appreciation, to violin and symphony, music education, to piano and, in fact, the very origins of music, there is sure to be something for everyone. (Summary by prwells32) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/for-every-music-lover-by-aubertine-woodward-moore/ |
series essays music lovers covering many topics music appreciation violin symphony music education piano and fact origins music sure something everyone summary prwells32 p |
| 5935 |
5886 |
6449 |
Children's Life of the Bee |
Maurice Maeterlinck |
Science |
Buzz, buzz, buzz. A fascinating and beautifully written explanation of the life of the honey bee. Maeterlinck, who won the Noble Prize for Literature, wrote a more scholarly work called The Life of the Bee but then rewrote it in simpler terms so that children could appreciate what goes in a hive. The book describes in simple language the inner workings of a hive from its beginning with a swarm to the fully functional hive with thousands of workers, drones and a queen busily building, repairing and gathering. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-life-of-the-bee-by-maurice-maeterlinck/ |
buzz buzz buzz fascinating beautifully written explanation life honey bee maeterlinck noble prize literature wrote scholarly work called life bee rewrote simpler terms children could appreciate goes hive book describes simple language inner workings hive beginning swarm fully functional hive thousands workers drones queen busily building repairing gathering summary phil chenevert p |
| 5936 |
5887 |
6450 |
John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This biography is actually a series of essays by prominent personalities of the time that shed light on John Stuart Mill's life and areas of endeavor. Those areas include his experiences in India House, his moral character, certain botanical explorations, how effective he was as a critic, studies in morals and the law, and discoveries concerning political economy. They also explore ideas concerning his influence on institutions of higher learning, accomplishments as a politician, and fame as a philosopher. (Summary by Bill Boerst)<p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/john-stuart-mill-his-life-and-works-by-various/ |
biography actually series essays prominent personalities time shed light john stuart mill s life areas endeavor areas include experiences india house moral character certain botanical explorations effective critic studies morals law discoveries concerning political economy also explore ideas concerning influence institutions higher learning accomplishments politician fame philosopher summary bill boerst p |
| 5937 |
5888 |
6451 |
Three Hundred Aesop's Fables |
Aesop |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Single Author Collections |
Aesop's Fables or the Aesopica are a collection of fables credited to Aesop, a slave and story-teller believed to have lived in ancient Greece between 620 and 560 BCE. The fables remain a popular choice for moral education of children today. Many of the stories, such as The Fox and the Grapes (from which the idiom "sour grapes" derives), The Tortoise and the Hare, The North Wind and the Sun, The Boy Who Cried Wolf and The Ant and the Grasshopper are well-known throughout the world. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/300-aesops-fables-by-george-fyler-townsend/ |
aesop s fables aesopica collection fables credited aesop slave story teller believed lived ancient greece 620 560 bce fables remain popular choice moral education children today many stories fox grapes from idiom sour grapes derives tortoise hare north wind sun boy cried wolf ant grasshopper well known throughout world summary wikipedia p |
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5889 |
6452 |
Shrieking Pit |
Arthur J. Rees |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Shrieking Pit is one of Arthur Rees's earlier works, and is a good old fashioned murder mystery story. Grant Colwyn, a private detective, is holidaying in East Anglia when he notices a young man at a nearby table behaving peculiarly. The young man later leaves the hotel without paying his bill, and turns up in a nearby hamlet in the Norfolk marshes where he takes lodgings at the village inn. The next day, another guest at the inn is found dead, and the young man is missing. Can Colwyn sort out the mystery and prove the young man's innocence one way or the the other? (Summary by Kevin Green) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-shrieking-pit-by-arthur-rees/ |
shrieking pit one arthur rees s earlier works good old fashioned murder mystery story grant colwyn private detective holidaying east anglia notices young man nearby table behaving peculiarly young man later leaves hotel without paying bill turns nearby hamlet norfolk marshes takes lodgings village inn next day another guest inn found dead young man missing colwyn sort mystery prove young man s innocence one way other summary kevin green p |
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5890 |
6453 |
Valley of Vision |
Henry van Dyke |
Christianity - Other |
”Why do you choose such a title as The Valley of Vision for your book” said my friend; “do you mean that one can see farther from the valley than from the mountain-top?” This question set me thinking, as every honest question ought to do. Here is the result of my thoughts, which you will take for what it is worth, if you care to read the book. The mountain-top is the place of outlook over the earth and the sea. But it is in the valley of suffering, endurance, and self-sacrifice that the deepest visions of the meaning of life come to us.<br />\nI take the outcome of this Twentieth Century War as a victory over the mad illusion of world-domination which the Germans saw from the peak of their military power in 1914. The united force of the Allies has grown, through valley-visions of right and justice and human kindness, into an irresistible might before which the German “will to power” has gone down in ruin. (From the Preface) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-vision-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
why choose title valley vision book said friend do mean one see farther valley mountain top question set thinking every honest question ought do result thoughts take worth care read book mountain top place outlook earth sea valley suffering endurance self sacrifice deepest visions meaning life come us br take outcome twentieth century war victory mad illusion world domination germans saw peak military power 1914 united force allies grown valley visions right justice human kindness irresistible might german will power gone ruin from preface p |
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5891 |
6454 |
Wet Sheet and a Flowing Sea |
Allan Cunningham |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of A Wet Sheet and a Flowing Sea by Allan Cunningham. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 4, 2012.<br><br>Allan Cunningham was a Scottish poet and author. Cunningham was apprenticed to a stonemason, but gave his leisure to reading and writing imitations of old Scottish ballads. His prose is often spoiled by its misplaced and too ambitious rhetoric; his verse also is ornate, and both are full of mannerisms. Some of his songs, however, hold a high place among British lyrics. "A Wet Sheet and a Flowing Sea" is one of the best British sea-songs, although written by a landsman.(Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-wet-sheet-and-a-flowing-sea-by-allan-cunningham/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings wet sheet flowing sea allan cunningham weekly poetry project march 4 2012 br br allan cunningham scottish poet author cunningham apprenticed stonemason gave leisure reading writing imitations old scottish ballads prose often spoiled misplaced ambitious rhetoric verse also ornate full mannerisms songs however hold high place among british lyrics a wet sheet flowing sea one best british sea songs although written landsman summary wikipedia p |
| 5941 |
5892 |
6455 |
Atrocities of the Pirates |
Aaron Smith |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
In 1822, Aaron Smith, a young English seaman, was taken captive by Cuban pirates when his ship was boarded en route from Jamaica to England. Forced to work as a navigator and as a member of pirate boarding parties, he witnessed unspeakable acts of murder and torture. Befriended by a young Cuban woman, he managed to escape with his life, but was arrested as a pirate in Havana and sent back to England in chains. There, he found himself on trial for his life at the Old Bailey courthouse—with the attorney general himself leading the prosecution. Smith's dramatic account of his personal experience is a brutally honest, unromanticized [sic] look at piracy in the 19th century. (Summary by Google Books) |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/the-atrocities-of-the-pirates-by-aaron-smith/ |
1822 aaron smith young english seaman taken captive cuban pirates ship boarded en route jamaica england forced work navigator member pirate boarding parties witnessed unspeakable acts murder torture befriended young cuban woman managed escape life arrested pirate havana sent back england chains there found trial life old bailey courthouse with attorney general leading prosecution smith s dramatic account personal experience brutally honest unromanticized sic look piracy 19th century summary google books |
| 5942 |
5900 |
6463 |
Despairing Lover |
William Walsh |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 24 recordings of The Despairing Lover by William Walsh. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 11, 2012.<br><br>William Walsh was an English poet and critic. It is not as a poet, however, but as the friend and correspondent of Alexander Pope that Walsh is remembered.<br>"Mr Walsh used to tell me," Pope says, "that there was one way left of excelling; for though we had several great poets, we never had any one great poet that was correct, and he desired me to make that my study and my aim." (Summary from Wikipedia )</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-despairing-lover-by-william-walsh/ |
librivox volunteers bring 24 recordings despairing lover william walsh fortnightly poetry project march 11 2012 br br william walsh english poet critic poet however friend correspondent alexander pope walsh remembered br mr walsh used tell me pope says that one way left excelling though several great poets never one great poet correct desired make study aim summary wikipedia p |
| 5943 |
5893 |
6456 |
Prayer: Its Necessity, Its Power, Its Conditions |
Ferreol Girardey |
Christianity - Other |
Redemptorist Father Ferreol Girardey's book, which bears an imprimatur, is a broad introductory treatise on the subject of prayer. He discusses the power and necessity of prayer, explains why some prayers do not seem to be answered, and tells us how to make our prayers more acceptable to God. In particular, he instructs the reader on what to pray for and for whom to pray. He also details the conditions necessary for efficacious prayer and explains the times when it is most suitable to pray. Father Girardey includes numerous lessons from the gospel on prayer and offers selections from Meditations for Every Day of the Year by Redemptorist Father Louis Bronchain. (Summary by dave7) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/prayer-its-necessity-its-power-its-conditions-by-ferreol-girardey/ |
redemptorist father ferreol girardey s book bears imprimatur broad introductory treatise subject prayer discusses power necessity prayer explains prayers seem answered tells us make prayers acceptable god particular instructs reader pray pray also details conditions necessary efficacious prayer explains times suitable pray father girardey includes numerous lessons gospel prayer offers selections meditations every day year redemptorist father louis bronchain summary dave7 p |
| 5944 |
5894 |
6457 |
Spinner in the Sun (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Myrtle Reed |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Myrtle Reed may always be depended upon to write a story in which poetry, charm, tenderness and humor are combined into a clever and entertaining book. Her characters are delightful and she always displays a quaint humor of expression and a quiet feeling of pathos which give a touch of active realism to all her writings. In "A Spinner in the Sun" she tells an old-fashioned love story, of a veiled lady who lives in solitude and whose features her neighbors have never seen. There is a mystery at the heart of the book that throws over it the glamour of romance (Summary by Summary by Grosset & Dunlap publishers, 1913)<br/><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Miss Evelina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Miss Mehitable: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Doctor Dexter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Doctor Ralph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Piper Tom: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Araminta: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mr. Thorpe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>A Woman / Doctor Dexter’s maid / A Neighbor/ The Walls: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br><br><b>Edited by:</b> Kristingj<br/><br/> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/spinner-in-the-sun-dramatic-reading-by-myrtle-reed/ |
myrtle reed may always depended upon write story poetry charm tenderness humor combined clever entertaining book characters delightful always displays quaint humor expression quiet feeling pathos give touch active realism writings a spinner sun tells old fashioned love story veiled lady lives solitude whose features neighbors never seen mystery heart book throws glamour romance summary summary grosset dunlap publishers 1913 br br strong cast strong br miss evelina a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br miss mehitable a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br doctor dexter a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br doctor ralph a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br piper tom a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br araminta a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br mr thorpe a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br a woman doctor dexter s maid neighbor walls a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br br b edited by b kristingj br br |
| 5945 |
5895 |
6458 |
Machine that Saved the World |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
They were broadcasts from nowhere--sinister emanations flooding in from space--smashing any receiver that picked them up. What defense could Earth devise against science such as this? In the far future of 1972, on a secret military installation, Staff Sergeant Bellews is an expert on the latest scientific discovery: a way for ordinary machines like vacuums and lawnmowers to gather experience in their jobs, becoming error free over time. Then the strange broadcasts began to blow up transmitters everywhere. Were they from space? Enemies? the future? He didn't care until they started messin' with his machines. Then he took it personally. (summary from the first chapter and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-that-saved-the-world-by-murray-leinster/ |
broadcasts nowhere sinister emanations flooding space smashing receiver picked up defense could earth devise science this far future 1972 secret military installation staff sergeant bellews expert latest scientific discovery way ordinary machines like vacuums lawnmowers gather experience jobs becoming error free time strange broadcasts began blow transmitters everywhere space enemies future care started messin machines took personally summary first chapter phil chenevert p |
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5896 |
6459 |
Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others |
John Kendrick Bangs |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
New York-born John Kendrick Bangs was associate editor and then editor of Life and Harper magazines, eventually finding his way into the Humour department. Here he began to write his own satire and humour. Ghosts I Have Met and Some Others is a delightfully humourous collection of short tales relating encounters with ghosts. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/ghosts-i-have-met-and-some-others-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
new york born john kendrick bangs associate editor editor life harper magazines eventually finding way humour department began write satire humour ghosts met others delightfully humourous collection short tales relating encounters ghosts summary cathy barratt p |
| 5947 |
5897 |
6460 |
Manfred |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Plays |
Manfred is a dramatic poem in three acts by Lord Byron, and possibly a self confessional work. A noble, Manfred, is haunted by the memory of some unspeakable crime. In seeking for forgetfulness and oblivion, he wanders between his castle and the mountains. He has several encounters with the people who try to assist him, as well as spirits that rule nature and human destiny. The poem explores themes of morality, religion, guilt and the human condition. (Summary by TimSC)</p><p><strong>Cast</strong><br>Manfred: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2574">TimSC</a><br>First Spirit/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Second Spirit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6733">Snapdragon</a><br>Third Spirit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7130">Verity Kendall</a><br>Fourth Spirit/Second Destiny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Fifth Spirit/Third Destiny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Sixth Spirit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Another spirit/Second voice without: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>First Destiny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br>Nemesis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Arimanes/A voice/Manuel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Chamois Hunter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Witch of the Alps: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Abbot of St. Maurice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Herman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2136">Great Plains</a><br>Phantom of Astarte: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett<p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/manfred-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
manfred dramatic poem three acts lord byron possibly self confessional work noble manfred haunted memory unspeakable crime seeking forgetfulness oblivion wanders castle mountains several encounters people try assist him well spirits rule nature human destiny poem explores themes morality religion guilt human condition summary timsc p p strong cast strong br manfred a href http librivox org reader 2574 timsc a br first spirit narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br second spirit a href http librivox org reader 6733 snapdragon a br third spirit a href http librivox org reader 7130 verity kendall a br fourth spirit second destiny a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br fifth spirit third destiny a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br sixth spirit a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br another spirit second voice without a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br first destiny a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br nemesis a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy l gramour a br arimanes a voice manuel a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br chamois hunter a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br witch alps a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br abbot st maurice a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br herman a href http librivox org reader 2136 great plains a br phantom astarte a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br audio edited elizabeth klett p |
| 5948 |
5898 |
6461 |
Amethyst Box |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
On the evening before his marriage, Sinclair loses a precious curiosity from his collection: an amethyst box, containing a tiny flask of deadly poison. He suspects that this poison is in the possession of either his betrothed or her cousin, the girl his best friend Worthington loves. Turning to Worthington for help, they try to recover the box before the poison can be administered... (Summary by Carolin) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-amethyst-box-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
evening marriage sinclair loses precious curiosity collection amethyst box containing tiny flask deadly poison suspects poison possession either betrothed cousin girl best friend worthington loves turning worthington help try recover box poison administered summary carolin |
| 5949 |
5899 |
6462 |
Pearl of Orr's Island |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Go on a journey to the coast of Maine and immerse yourself in the picturesque community on Orr’s Island. See the raindrops glistening on the pine needles and hear the waves crashing on the rocks. This is a tale of romance, tragedy, crusty sea captains, an impetuous boy, a loving girl, complete with village gossips and twists in the plot. (Summary by Bridget Gaige)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-pearl-of-orrs-island-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
go journey coast maine immerse picturesque community orr s island see raindrops glistening pine needles hear waves crashing rocks tale romance tragedy crusty sea captains impetuous boy loving girl complete village gossips twists plot summary bridget gaige p |
| 5950 |
5909 |
6472 |
Colored Patriots of the American Revolution |
William Cooper Nell |
War & Military |
A study of the black patriots of the American Revolution, with introductions by Harriet Beecher Stowe and Wendell Phillips.</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-colored-patriots-of-the-american-revolution-by-william-cooper-nell/ |
study black patriots american revolution introductions harriet beecher stowe wendell phillips p |
| 5951 |
5901 |
6464 |
Old Rose And Silver |
Myrtle Reed |
Published 1900 onward |
The novel follows the lives of Rose and her widowed Aunt, Madame Francesca Bernard, along with young visitor and cousin Isabel, whose lives are changed by the return of an old friend and neighbour Colonel Kent, and his grown son, Allison. Other characters that help shape their lives in significant ways are the Crosby twins, unconventional and uninhibited youths that set society at naught, and an unconventional doctor who specializes in the impossible. Through the limited "wide-scope" descriptions the reader is not sure of the historical setting or even in which decade it's set, but it helps to understand the focus of the story; after all it's about their own little world, and how their own hearts and lives fit together in the tight confines of their town, their garden, their friendships and lives. (Summary by wikipedia.org) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/old-rose-and-silver-by-myrtle-reed/ |
novel follows lives rose widowed aunt madame francesca bernard along young visitor cousin isabel whose lives changed return old friend neighbour colonel kent grown son allison characters help shape lives significant ways crosby twins unconventional uninhibited youths set society naught unconventional doctor specializes impossible limited wide scope descriptions reader sure historical setting even decade set helps understand focus story little world hearts lives fit together tight confines town garden friendships lives summary wikipedia org p |
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5902 |
6465 |
萱草に寄す (Wasuregusaniyosu) |
Michizou Tachihara |
Poetry |
The author's first collection of poetries. It includes 10 sonnets.\n立原道造の処女詩集です。10本のソネット(14行詩)を含みます。</p> |
Japanese |
1937 |
https://librivox.org/wasuregusaniyosu-by-michizou-tachihara/ |
author s first collection poetries includes 10 sonnets 立原道造の処女詩集です 10本のソネット 14行詩 を含みます p |
| 5953 |
5903 |
6466 |
Reign of King Edward the Third |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
The Reign of King Edward the Third is an Elizabethan play printed anonymously in 1596. It has frequently been claimed that it was at least partly written by William Shakespeare, a view that Shakespeare scholars have increasingly endorsed. The rest of the play was probably written by Thomas Kyd. The play contains many gibes at Scotland and the Scottish people, which has led some critics to think that it is the work that incited George Nicolson, Queen Elizabeth's agent in Edinburgh, to protest against the portrayal of Scots on the London stage in a 1598 letter to William Cecil, Lord Burghley. This would explain why the play was not included in the First Folio of Shakespeare's works, which was published after the Scottish King James had succeeded to the English throne in 1603.\n\nThe plot of the play consists of two distinct parts. The first is centred on the Countess of Salisbury (the wife of the Earl of Salisbury), who, beset by rampaging Scots, is rescued by King Edward III, who then proceeds to woo her himself. In an attempted bluff, the Countess vows to take the life of her husband if Edward will take the life of his wife. However, when she sees that Edward finds the plan morally acceptable, she ultimately threatens to take her own life if he does not stop his pursuit. Finally, Edward expresses great shame, admits his fault and acquiesces.\n\nIn the second part of the play, in several scenes reminiscent of Henry V, Edward joins his army in France, fighting a war to claim the French throne. The play switches between the French and English camps, where the apparent hopelessness of the English campaign is contrasted with the arrogance of the French. Much of the action is focused on young Edward, the Black Prince, who broods on the morality of war before achieving victory against seemingly insurmountable odds.\n(Summary by Wikipedia)<p><strong>Cast</strong></p>EDWARD THE THIRD, King of England: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>EDWARD, Prince of Wales, his Son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>1) Earl of WARWICK; 2) Earl of MONTFORT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Earl of DERBY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>1) Earl DOUGLAS; 2) Earl of SALISBURY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Lord AUDLEY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>1) DAVID, King of Scotland; 2) Lord PERCY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>1) LODOWICK, Edward's Confident; 2) VILLIERS, a French Lord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br>1) Sir WILLIAM MOUNTAGUE; 2) King of BOHEMIA, Aid to King John; 3)Sir JOHN COPLAND: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>1) English ESQUIRE; 2) English HERALD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>ROBERT, styling himself Earl, of Artois: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>1) GOBIN DE GREY; 2) Another CAPTAIN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>JOHN, King of France: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>CHARLES, son of JOHN, King of France: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>PHILIP, son of JOHN, King of France: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Duke of LORRAIN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>1) First Poor FRENCHMAN; 2) First CITIZEN of Calais: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7371">MarcyT</a><br>1) Second Poor FRENCHMAN; 2) Second CITIZEN of Calais: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>1) A CAPTAIN, of Calais; 2) A MARINER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7622">David Evans</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">Dave Nicol</a><br>1) Third Poor FRENCHMAN; 2) First FRENCH HERALD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>1) Fourth Poor FRENCHMAN; 2) Second FRENCH HERALD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>1) Third FRENCH HERALD; 2) A FRENCH WOMAN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>1) First Scottish MESSENGER; 2) A POLISH CAPTAIN, Aid to King John; 1) Second Scottish MESSENGER; 2) A POOR INHABITANT of Calais: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>PHILIPPA, Edward's Queen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5968">Cathy Barratt</a><br>Countess of SALISBURY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br></p> |
English |
1596 |
https://librivox.org/the-reign-of-king-edward-the-third-by-william-shakespeare/ |
reign king edward third elizabethan play printed anonymously 1596 frequently claimed least partly written william shakespeare view shakespeare scholars increasingly endorsed rest play probably written thomas kyd play contains many gibes scotland scottish people led critics think work incited george nicolson queen elizabeth s agent edinburgh protest portrayal scots london stage 1598 letter william cecil lord burghley would explain play included first folio shakespeare s works published scottish king james succeeded english throne 1603 plot play consists two distinct parts first centred countess salisbury the wife earl salisbury who beset rampaging scots rescued king edward iii proceeds woo himself attempted bluff countess vows take life husband edward take life wife however sees edward finds plan morally acceptable ultimately threatens take life stop pursuit finally edward expresses great shame admits fault acquiesces second part play several scenes reminiscent henry v edward joins army france fighting war claim french throne play switches french english camps apparent hopelessness english campaign contrasted arrogance french much action focused young edward black prince broods morality war achieving victory seemingly insurmountable odds summary wikipedia p strong cast strong p edward third king england a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br edward prince wales son a href https librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br 1 earl warwick 2 earl montfort a href https librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br earl derby a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br 1 earl douglas 2 earl salisbury a href https librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br lord audley a href https librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br 1 david king scotland 2 lord percy a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br 1 lodowick edward s confident 2 villiers french lord a href https librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br 1 sir william mountague 2 king bohemia aid king john 3 sir john copland a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br 1 english esquire 2 english herald a href https librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br robert styling earl artois a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br 1 gobin de grey 2 another captain a href https librivox org reader 6947 grace a br john king france a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br charles son john king france a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br philip son john king france a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br duke lorrain a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br 1 first poor frenchman 2 first citizen calais a href https librivox org reader 7371 marcyt a br 1 second poor frenchman 2 second citizen calais a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br 1 captain calais 2 mariner a href https librivox org reader 7622 david evans a a href https librivox org reader 2624 dave nicol a br 1 third poor frenchman 2 first french herald a href https librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br 1 fourth poor frenchman 2 second french herald a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br 1 third french herald 2 french woman a href https librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br 1 first scottish messenger 2 polish captain aid king john 1 second scottish messenger 2 poor inhabitant calais a href https librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br philippa edward s queen a href https librivox org reader 5968 cathy barratt a br countess salisbury a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br p |
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5904 |
6467 |
Учение Христа, изложенное для детей |
Leo Tolstoy |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
In 1908 Leo Tolstoy organized a school for peasant children, age 10-13, in his house. During lessons he expounded them the most clear and important passages from Gospels. From those conversations Tolstoy composed that book. (Summary by Vladimir Anyanov)</p> |
Russian |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/teachings-of-christ-rus-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
1908 leo tolstoy organized school peasant children age 10 13 house lessons expounded clear important passages gospels conversations tolstoy composed book summary vladimir anyanov p |
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5905 |
6468 |
Red Flower |
Henry van Dyke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 27 recordings of The Red Flower by Henry van Dyke. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 11, 2012.<br><br>Dr. Henry van Dyke was an American author, lecturer, ambassador and pastor. He was in charge of the committee which wrote The Book of Common Worship of 1906, the first printed Presbyterian liturgy.<br>He wrote many poems, short stories, hymns and essays, often with religious themes.<br>This particular poem, written after the outbreak of World War I but set beforehand, contrasts the natural beauty of the summer before the war with the horror and destruction that is to follow. (Summary by Lucy Perry)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-flower-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 27 recordings red flower henry van dyke weekly poetry project march 11 2012 br br dr henry van dyke american author lecturer ambassador pastor charge committee wrote book common worship 1906 first printed presbyterian liturgy br he wrote many poems short stories hymns essays often religious themes br this particular poem written outbreak world war set beforehand contrasts natural beauty summer war horror destruction follow summary lucy perry p |
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5906 |
6469 |
Rameau's Nephew |
Denis Diderot |
Satire, Published 1800 -1900 |
Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire (French: Le Neveu de Rameau ou La Satire seconde) is an imaginary philosophical conversation written by Denis Diderot, probably between 1761 and 1772. It was first published in 1805 in German translation by Goethe, but the French manuscript used has subsequently disappeared. The German version was translated back into French by de Saur and Saint-Geniès and published in 1821. The first published version based on French manuscript appeared in 1823 in the Brière edition of Diderot's works. Modern editions are based on the complete manuscript in Diderot’s own hand found by Georges Monval, the librarian at the Comédie-Française, in 1890 while buying music scores from a second-hand bookshop in Paris.[1] Monval published his edition of the manuscript in 1891. Subsequently, the manuscript was bought by the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. It is unclear why Diderot never had it published in his time. Given the satirical tone of the work, it has been suggested that the author prudently refrained from giving offence. (Summary by wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1805 |
https://librivox.org/rameaus-nephew-by-denis-diderot/ |
rameau s nephew second satire french le neveu de rameau ou la satire seconde imaginary philosophical conversation written denis diderot probably 1761 1772 first published 1805 german translation goethe french manuscript used subsequently disappeared german version translated back french de saur saint geniès published 1821 first published version based french manuscript appeared 1823 brière edition diderot s works modern editions based complete manuscript diderot s hand found georges monval librarian comédie française 1890 buying music scores second hand bookshop paris 1 monval published edition manuscript 1891 subsequently manuscript bought pierpont morgan library new york unclear diderot never published time given satirical tone work suggested author prudently refrained giving offence summary wikipedia p |
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5907 |
6470 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 037 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 14 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n"Warum das Meerwaßer salzig ist" und "Osten, Westen, Norden und Süden" von Theodor Colshorn (1821–1896) & Carl Colshorn (1812–1855)<br>\n"Die Prinzessin auf der Erbse" und "Die Glocke" übersetzt von Julius Reuscher<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen \n\n<a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-037-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 14 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br warum das meerwaßer salzig ist und osten westen norden und süden von theodor colshorn 1821 1896 carl colshorn 1812 1855 br die prinzessin auf der erbse und die glocke übersetzt von julius reuscher br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
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5908 |
6471 |
True Vine |
Andrew Murray |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Andrew Murray's True Vine is a thirty-one day devotional focusing on Christ's Parable of the Vine and the Branches in John 15. The devotional for each day, though short, elaborates and expounds upon John 15, providing spiritual insight along the way. Murray repeats important themes--like abiding in Christ--throughout the different days. Noticing how they develop and grow with each successive read, countless small groups and individuals have found Murray's keen spiritual teachings fruitful. An excellent devotional, True Vine is recommended for daily spiritual nourishment. (Summary by Tim Perrine)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-true-vine-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray s true vine thirty one day devotional focusing christ s parable vine branches john 15 devotional day though short elaborates expounds upon john 15 providing spiritual insight along way murray repeats important themes like abiding christ throughout different days noticing develop grow successive read countless small groups individuals found murray s keen spiritual teachings fruitful excellent devotional true vine recommended daily spiritual nourishment summary tim perrine p |
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5910 |
6473 |
Na srebrnym globie |
Jerzy Żuławski |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Czy ciemna strona Księżyca jest martwa, czy też nadaje się do zasiedlenia? Na to pytanie, nurtujące ludzkość od wieków, postanawia znaleźć odpowiedź grupa śmiałków. Organizują więc wyprawę na Srebrny Glob. Wśród jej uczestników znajduje się także kobieta, co okaże się brzemienne w skutkach. O zmaganiach członków ekspedycji z niewyobrażalnymi przeciwnościami oraz własnymi słabościami dowiadujemy się z dziennika, prowadzonego przez jednego z nich. Mimo oczywistych naiwności w warstwie naukowej (powieść napisana w 1903 roku), historia wyprawy jest znakomitym pretekstem do stawiania wciąż aktualnych pytań o ludzką kondycję. Jak radzimy sobie z własnymi demonami, jak kształtuje się nowe społeczeństwo i z czego wynika jego nieodparta potrzeba religijności.<br></br>\nNa srebrnym globie. Rękopis z Księżyca – jest pierwszą częścią Trylogii księżycowej Jerzego Żuławskiego. (Summary by Jarek Celuch) |
Polish |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/na-srebrnym-globie-by-jerzy-zulawski/ |
czy ciemna strona księżyca jest martwa czy też nadaje się zasiedlenia na pytanie nurtujące ludzkość od wieków postanawia znaleźć odpowiedź grupa śmiałków organizują więc wyprawę na srebrny glob wśród jej uczestników znajduje się także kobieta co okaże się brzemienne w skutkach zmaganiach członków ekspedycji z niewyobrażalnymi przeciwnościami oraz własnymi słabościami dowiadujemy się z dziennika prowadzonego przez jednego z nich mimo oczywistych naiwności w warstwie naukowej powieść napisana w 1903 roku historia wyprawy jest znakomitym pretekstem stawiania wciąż aktualnych pytań ludzką kondycję jak radzimy sobie z własnymi demonami jak kształtuje się nowe społeczeństwo z czego wynika jego nieodparta potrzeba religijności br br na srebrnym globie rękopis z księżyca jest pierwszą częścią trylogii księżycowej jerzego żuławskiego summary jarek celuch |
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5911 |
6474 |
Pastor's Wife |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
General Fiction |
Written by an author born in Australia, grew up in England, married in Germany, and then flew to the United States. A tale about a young woman, freed up from the bonds of her family life, to wonder all around in search of all things feminist. The story seems somewhat autobiographical, surrounded in disillusionment and humor. Written on the eve of World War I and just back from married life in Germany. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-pastors-wife-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
written author born australia grew england married germany flew united states tale young woman freed bonds family life wonder around search things feminist story seems somewhat autobiographical surrounded disillusionment humor written eve world war back married life germany summary jcarson p |
| 5961 |
5912 |
6475 |
Historia de la Sagrada Pasión sacada de los cuatro evangelios, Parte I |
Padre Luis de la Palma |
Christianity - Biographies |
Luis de la Palma (Toledo 1560 - Madrid 1641) fue un jesuita español y uno de los grandes maestros espirituales del Siglo de oro a la altura de S. Ignacio de Loyola, S. Juan de ávila, Fray Luis de Granada, S. Juan de la Cruz y Santa Teresa de Jesús. Fue provincial de Toledo y predicador en el Colegio Imperial de Madrid, donde escribió la Historia de la Sagrada Pasión, publicada por indicación del prepósito general de la Compañía en 1624. Esta obra, no superada en su género, se basa en las narraciones evangélicas y tiene forma de meditaciones. Al poco tiempo de su publicación fue traducida a diferentes idiomas. Su censor, Cristóbal de Zamora, afirmó sobre él: «Si como compuso sola la Pasión de Cristo, hubiere compuesto toda su vida, nos quitara el trabajo de estudiar en otros libros, porque el suyo sólo bastaría para tener la noticia entera y puntual de todo lo que Cristo obró y dijo, con tanta propiedad y tan elegante estilo que ninguno le hace ventaja y él la hace a muchos de los más aplaudidos que han escrito». (Introducción por Tux)<p> |
Spanish |
1624 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-la-sagrada-pasion-sacada-de-los-cuatro-evangelios-parte-i-by-padre-luis-de-la-palma/ |
luis de la palma toledo 1560 madrid 1641 fue un jesuita español uno de los grandes maestros espirituales del siglo de oro la altura de s ignacio de loyola s juan de ávila fray luis de granada s juan de la cruz santa teresa de jesús fue provincial de toledo predicador en el colegio imperial de madrid donde escribió la historia de la sagrada pasión publicada por indicación del prepósito general de la compañía en 1624 esta obra superada en su género se basa en las narraciones evangélicas tiene forma de meditaciones al poco tiempo de su publicación fue traducida diferentes idiomas su censor cristóbal de zamora afirmó sobre él si como compuso sola la pasión de cristo hubiere compuesto toda su vida nos quitara el trabajo de estudiar en otros libros porque el suyo sólo bastaría para tener la noticia entera puntual de todo lo que cristo obró dijo con tanta propiedad tan elegante estilo que ninguno le hace ventaja él la hace muchos de los más aplaudidos que han escrito introducción por tux p |
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5913 |
6476 |
Don Juan In Hell |
George Bernard Shaw |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Plays |
Don Juan in Hell is an excerpt (Act 3, Scene 2) from George Bernard Shaw’s <i>Man and Superman</i>. It is often performed as a stand-alone play. In it, three characters from Mozart’s Don Giovanni (Don Juan, Dona Ana, and the statue of the Commendatore, Dona Ana’s father) meet in Hell and, joined by the Devil, have a philosophical debate on a variety of subjects, including Heaven and Hell, men, women and marriage. In the end, they all decide where they will spend eternity. (Summary by Bob Neufeld)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-in-hell-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
juan hell excerpt act 3 scene 2 george bernard shaw s i man superman i often performed stand alone play it three characters mozart s giovanni don juan dona ana statue commendatore dona ana s father meet hell and joined devil philosophical debate variety subjects including heaven hell men women marriage end decide spend eternity summary bob neufeld p |
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5914 |
6478 |
Lancashire Characters and Places |
Thomas Newbigging |
Essays & Short Works |
<br />An eclectic collection of essays on late 19th-century Lancashire culture and life, including essays on the poets John Critchley Prince and Edwin Waugh. Thomas Newbigging was born in Glasgow and died in Knutsford, Chesshire, living in between in Rossendale, Pernambuco, and Manchester. A gas manager by profession and writer-historian by inclination, his two major works were the Handbook for Gas Engineers and Managers (1889) and the History of the Forest of Rossendale (1893). (Summary by Phil Benson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/lancashire-characters-and-places-by-thomas-newbigging/ |
br an eclectic collection essays late 19th century lancashire culture life including essays poets john critchley prince edwin waugh thomas newbigging born glasgow died knutsford chesshire living rossendale pernambuco manchester gas manager profession writer historian inclination two major works handbook gas engineers managers 1889 history forest rossendale 1893 summary phil benson br br |
| 5964 |
5915 |
6479 |
Shropshire Lad (version 2) |
A. E. Housman |
Poetry, Single author |
This is a lovely collection of melodic poems, many melancholy in tone, many featuring Housman's constant theme of living this short life to the fullest. (Summary by Jon Sindell)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-shropshire-lad-by-a-e-housman/ |
lovely collection melodic poems many melancholy tone many featuring housman s constant theme living short life fullest summary jon sindell p |
| 5965 |
5916 |
6480 |
Omar Resung |
Charles G. Blanden |
General Fiction, Poetry |
Most of the translations of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam have been in verse. However, there have been three notable exceptions to this convention; the French translation by J. B. Nicolas (1867), the English version by Justin Huntly McCarthy (1889) and another English version by Frederick Rolfe (better known as Baron Corvo, the author of Hadrian VII), published in 1903.</p>\n\nCharles Blanden (1857 - 1933) belonged to the group known as the Chicago poets, the most famous of which was Carl Sandburg. Unlike his celebrated contemporary. Blanden was no innovator, and most of his verse is sweet and melodious, composed with craftsmanlike skill, but often lacking in imaginative fervour. Most of his collections of verse, bearing such titles as The Battle of Love, A Chorus of Leaves, A Drift of Song, and A Valley Muse, were published in limited editions, which have not since been reprinted, and today his poetry is considered of little more than historical interest.</p>\n\nOne of Blanden’s most engaging enterprises was his verse reworking of Justin McCarthy’s prose translation of the Rubaiyat, which was published in 1901. Blanden uses an eight line verse structure with a rhyming scheme of ABABCDCD. As he was working with images and arguments supplied by a poet far more eloquent than himself, Blanden was free to focus on the elegance and flow of the lines, and as a result, the work predominantly reflects his skill in versification, whch was considerable, rather than his own conceptions, which were often commonplace. </p>\n\nIt cannot be pretended that Blanden’s work compares in force and depth with the more celebrated versions of the Rubaiyat, such as those by Edward Fitzgerald and Edward Whinfield. However, listeners who surrender themselves to the elegant euphony of Blanden’s verses may still find themselves transported to the alluring world of the ancient Middle East. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/omar-resung-by-charles-blanden/ |
translations rubaiyat omar khayyam verse however three notable exceptions convention french translation j b nicolas 1867 english version justin huntly mccarthy 1889 another english version frederick rolfe better known baron corvo author hadrian vii published 1903 p charles blanden 1857 1933 belonged group known chicago poets famous carl sandburg unlike celebrated contemporary blanden innovator verse sweet melodious composed craftsmanlike skill often lacking imaginative fervour collections verse bearing titles battle love chorus leaves drift song valley muse published limited editions since reprinted today poetry considered little historical interest p one blanden s engaging enterprises verse reworking justin mccarthy s prose translation rubaiyat published 1901 blanden uses eight line verse structure rhyming scheme ababcdcd working images arguments supplied poet far eloquent himself blanden free focus elegance flow lines result work predominantly reflects skill versification whch considerable rather conceptions often commonplace p cannot pretended blanden s work compares force depth celebrated versions rubaiyat edward fitzgerald edward whinfield however listeners surrender elegant euphony blanden s verses may still find transported alluring world ancient middle east summary algy pug p |
| 5966 |
6177 |
6749 |
Apis Mellifica |
C. W. Wolf |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Science |
Wolf's essay considers the homeopathic medicine Apis Mellifica, or the poison of the honey bee, as a therapeutic agent based on his experience as a practicing physician. (Summary by Marie Daum)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/apis-mellifica-by-c-w-wolf/ |
wolf s essay considers homeopathic medicine apis mellifica poison honey bee therapeutic agent based experience practicing physician summary marie daum p |
| 5967 |
5918 |
6482 |
Insurgent Mexico |
John Reed |
History , Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
In the autumn of 1913 John Reed was sent to Mexico by the Metropolitan Magazine to report the Mexican Revolution. He shared the perils of Pancho Villa's army for four months, present with Villa's Constitutional Army when it defeated Federal forces at Torreón, opening the way for its advance on Mexico City. Reed's time with the Villistas resulted in a series of outstanding magazine articles that brought Jack a national reputation as a war correspondent. Reed deeply sympathized with the plight of the peons and vehemently opposed American intervention, which came shortly after he left. Jack adored Villa, while Carranza left him cold. Jack's Mexican reports were later republished in book form as <i>Insurgent Mexico</i>, which appeared in 1914. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/insurgent-mexico-by-john-reed/ |
autumn 1913 john reed sent mexico metropolitan magazine report mexican revolution shared perils pancho villa s army four months present villa s constitutional army defeated federal forces torreón opening way advance mexico city reed s time villistas resulted series outstanding magazine articles brought jack national reputation war correspondent reed deeply sympathized plight peons vehemently opposed american intervention came shortly left jack adored villa carranza left cold jack s mexican reports later republished book form i insurgent mexico i appeared 1914 summary wikipedia p |
| 5968 |
5919 |
6483 |
Will and the Way Stories |
Jessie Benton Frémont |
General Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
Simply put, this is a book of 9 short vignettes each of which describes a different scenario which demonstrates the age old adage: 'where there's a will, there's a way'. (Summary by Roger Melin) <p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-will-and-the-way-stories-by-jessie-benton-fremont/ |
simply put book 9 short vignettes describes different scenario demonstrates age old adage where there s will there s way summary roger melin p |
| 5969 |
5920 |
6484 |
Satires and Profanities |
George William Foote |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Short Stories |
"Believing as I do that James Thomson is, since Shelley, the most brilliant genius who has wielded a pen in the service of Freethought, I take a natural pride and pleasure in rescuing the following articles from burial in the great mausoleum of the periodical press. There will doubtless be a diversity of opinion as to their value. One critic, for instance, has called “The Story of a Famous Old Jewish Firm” a witless squib; but, on the other hand, the late Professor Clifford considered it a piece of exquisite mordant satire worthy of Swift. Such differences are inevitable from the very nature of the subject. Satire, more than any other form of composition, rouses antipathy where it does not command applause; and the greater the satire, the more intense are the feelings it excites." (G. W. Foote in his Preface)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/satires-and-profanities-by-james-thomson/ |
believing james thomson is since shelley brilliant genius wielded pen service freethought take natural pride pleasure rescuing following articles burial great mausoleum periodical press doubtless diversity opinion value one critic instance called the story famous old jewish firm witless squib but hand late professor clifford considered piece exquisite mordant satire worthy swift differences inevitable nature subject satire form composition rouses antipathy command applause greater satire intense feelings excites g w foote preface p |
| 5970 |
5921 |
6485 |
מרים Miriam |
מיכה יוסף ברדיצ'בסקי Micha Josef Berdyczewski |
General Fiction |
Micha Josef Berdyczewski (surname also written Berdichevsky) was a Ukrainian-born writer of Hebrew, a journalist, and a scholar. He appealed for the Jews to change their way of thinking, freeing themselves from dogmas ruling the Jewish religion, tradition and history, but is also known for his work with pre-modern Jewish myths and legends. He wrote in Hebrew, Yiddish and German and has been described as "the first Hebrew writer living in Berlin to be revered in the world of German letters."<br /><br />The book is supposed to be about Miriam, a young Jewish girl living in Eastern Europe toward the end of the 19th century. She tries to find her way between the old, frozen religious society and the new confusing winds of enlightenment. But in fact, the author draws a wide sketch of Jewish life in that period, by shortly focusing on a large array of characters and events populating the world of Miriam, and thus the real hero of the book is the Shtetl, the small Jewish town of Eastern Europe until the Holocaust. Berdichevski inadvertently created in this work a memorial to a lost rich civilization. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/miriam-by-micha-josef-berdichevsky/ |
micha josef berdyczewski surname also written berdichevsky ukrainian born writer hebrew journalist scholar appealed jews change way thinking freeing dogmas ruling jewish religion tradition history also known work pre modern jewish myths legends wrote hebrew yiddish german described the first hebrew writer living berlin revered world german letters br br the book supposed miriam young jewish girl living eastern europe toward end 19th century tries find way old frozen religious society new confusing winds enlightenment fact author draws wide sketch jewish life period shortly focusing large array characters events populating world miriam thus real hero book shtetl small jewish town eastern europe holocaust berdichevski inadvertently created work memorial lost rich civilization summary wikipedia omri lernau p |
| 5971 |
5922 |
6486 |
Symphony in Yellow |
Oscar Wilde |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Symphony in Yellow by Oscar Wilde. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 18, 2012.<br><br>Oscar Wilde, an Irish author who lived for much of his life in London, is most famous for his witty, satirical plays. He also worked for some time as a journalist.<br><br>Much of his poetry was written early in his career, with a notable exception being The Ballad of Reading Gaol. This poem, Symphony in Yellow, is probably one of his earlier works; in it he describes London in a flattering manner something he was disinclined to do after his trial and imprisonment.<br>(Summary by Lucy Perry)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/symphony-in-yellow-by-oscar-wilde/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings symphony yellow oscar wilde weekly poetry project march 18 2012 br br oscar wilde irish author lived much life london famous witty satirical plays also worked time journalist br br much poetry written early career notable exception ballad reading gaol poem symphony yellow probably one earlier works describes london flattering manner something disinclined trial imprisonment br summary lucy perry p |
| 5972 |
5923 |
6487 |
Golden Lion of Granpere |
Anthony Trollope |
Romance |
Time to do a short Continental trip with Trollope and see if we agree with Walpole. "...not only Trollope's very best shorter book, but one of the most charming idylls in English literature. - . . It has all the colour and richness and cohesion of something done irresistibly." -Walpole .\n\nThe storyline is simple - boy meets girl - parents object - trials and tribulations follow - and then the story reaches it's conclusion - but you will need to find what that is for yourself !!\n(Summary by Walpole & Annise) </p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-lion-of-granpere-by-anthony-trollope/ |
time short continental trip trollope see agree walpole not trollope s best shorter book one charming idylls english literature colour richness cohesion something done irresistibly walpole storyline simple boy meets girl parents object trials tribulations follow story reaches conclusion need find summary walpole annise p |
| 5973 |
6147 |
6719 |
Jordens Inre |
Otto Witt |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
This is a short Swedish science fiction story from 1912 about science in Russia.</p><p>I Jordens inre får vi ta del av en av Otto Witts framtidsvisioner, utarbetad innan Första Världskriget -- det hela utspelar sig i ett Ryssland där Tsaren inte tvingas abdikera. Genom sina vetenskapliga upptäckter lyckas den egensinnige huvudpersonen stärka nationen samtidigt som han får anledning att förolämpa övriga vetenskapsmän och vetenskapen själv. (Summary by Petra)<p> |
Swedish |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/jordens-inre-by-otto-witt/ |
short swedish science fiction story 1912 science russia p p i jordens inre får vi ta del av en av otto witts framtidsvisioner utarbetad innan första världskriget det hela utspelar sig ett ryssland där tsaren inte tvingas abdikera genom sina vetenskapliga upptäckter lyckas den egensinnige huvudpersonen stärka nationen samtidigt som han får anledning att förolämpa övriga vetenskapsmän och vetenskapen själv summary petra p |
| 5974 |
5924 |
6488 |
Conjure Woman |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
Published in 1899 by Houghton Mifflin, Chesnutt's first book, The Conjure Woman, was a collection of seven short stories, all set in "Patesville" (Fayetteville), North Carolina. While drawing from local color traditions and relying on dialect, Chesnutt's tales of conjuring, a form of magic rooted in African hoodoo, refused to romanticize slave life or the "Old South." Though necessarily informed by Joel Chandler Harris's popular Uncle Remus stories and Thomas Nelson Page's plantation fiction, The Conjure Woman consciously moved away from these models, instead offering an almost biting examination of pre- and post-Civil War race relations.<br><br>These seven short stories use a frame narrator, John, a white carpetbagger who has moved south to protect his wife Annie's failing health and to begin cultivating a grape vineyard. Enamored by remnants of the plantation world, John portrays the South in largely idealistic terms. Yet Uncle Julius McAdoo, the ex-slave and "trickster" figure extraordinaire who narrates the internal story lines, presents a remarkably different view of Southern life. His accounts include Aun' Peggy's conjure spells in "Mars Jeems's Nightmare," "Po' Sandy," "Sis' Becky's Pickaninny," and "Hot Foot Hannibal" as well as those of free black conjure men in "The Conjurer's Revenge" and "The Gray Wolf's Ha'nt." These conjure tales reveal moments of active black resistance to white oppression in addition to calculated (and even self-motivated) plots of revenge. (Introduction provided by Documenting the American South)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-conjure-woman-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
published 1899 houghton mifflin chesnutt s first book conjure woman collection seven short stories set patesville fayetteville north carolina drawing local color traditions relying dialect chesnutt s tales conjuring form magic rooted african hoodoo refused romanticize slave life old south though necessarily informed joel chandler harris s popular uncle remus stories thomas nelson page s plantation fiction conjure woman consciously moved away models instead offering almost biting examination pre post civil war race relations br br these seven short stories use frame narrator john white carpetbagger moved south protect wife annie s failing health begin cultivating grape vineyard enamored remnants plantation world john portrays south largely idealistic terms yet uncle julius mcadoo ex slave trickster figure extraordinaire narrates internal story lines presents remarkably different view southern life accounts include aun peggy s conjure spells mars jeems s nightmare po sandy sis becky s pickaninny hot foot hannibal well free black conjure men the conjurer s revenge the gray wolf s ha nt conjure tales reveal moments active black resistance white oppression addition calculated and even self motivated plots revenge introduction provided documenting american south p |
| 5975 |
5925 |
6489 |
Cherry Ames, Island Nurse |
Helen Wells |
General |
A private duty nursing case takes Cherry Ames to a remote Canadian island, where a mystery surrounds a mining operation.<br><br>\n\nThe Cherry Ames series stars a mystery-solving nurse, in the lines of Nancy Drew. The 27 books in the series (1943-1968) were written by Helen Wells and Julie Tatham. (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/cherry-ames-island-nurse-by-helen-wells/ |
private duty nursing case takes cherry ames remote canadian island mystery surrounds mining operation br br cherry ames series stars mystery solving nurse lines nancy drew 27 books series 1943 1968 written helen wells julie tatham summary maria therese |
| 5976 |
5926 |
6490 |
Red Men And White |
Owen Wister |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
These eight stories are made from our Western Frontier as it was in a past as near as yesterday and almost as by-gone as the Revolution; so swiftly do we proceed. They belong to each other in a kinship of life and manners, and a little through the nearer tie of having here and there a character in common. Thus they resemble faintly the separate parts of a whole, and gain, perhaps, something of the invaluable weight of length; and they have been received by my closest friends with suspicion. ...When our national life, our own soil, is so rich in adventures to record, what need is there for one to call upon his invention save to draw, if he can, characters who shall fit these strange and dramatic scenes? One cannot improve upon such realities. If this fiction is at all faithful to the truth from which it springs, let the thanks be given to the patience and boundless hospitality of the Army friends and other friends across the Missouri who have housed my body and instructed my mind. And if the stories entertain the ignorant without grieving the judicious I am content. (Summary from Author's Preface)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/red-men-and-white-by-owen-wister/ |
eight stories made western frontier past near yesterday almost by gone revolution swiftly proceed belong kinship life manners little nearer tie character common thus resemble faintly separate parts whole gain perhaps something invaluable weight length received closest friends suspicion when national life soil rich adventures record need one call upon invention save draw can characters shall fit strange dramatic scenes one cannot improve upon realities fiction faithful truth springs let thanks given patience boundless hospitality army friends friends across missouri housed body instructed mind stories entertain ignorant without grieving judicious content summary author s preface p |
| 5977 |
5927 |
6491 |
Mayor of Casterbridge (version 2) |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
Irritated and drunken, an itinerant farm-worker sells his wife and child to a stranger. Thus begins The Mayor of Casterbridge, set in rural and small-town England in the mid-1800s. In the original subtitle, Hardy called this the story of "a man of character," and the central character, Michael Henchard, is one of English fiction's greatest creations. Henchard is deeply developed as a realistic character, but also larger-than-life in the manner of a Greek or Shakespearean tragic hero — huge in his determination and huge in his failings. The novel deals with the struggles between individual will, the hold of the past, and the relentless control of circumstances in a changing society. (Summary by Bruce Pirie) <p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mayor-of-casterbridge-version-2-by-thomas-hardy/ |
irritated drunken itinerant farm worker sells wife child stranger thus begins mayor casterbridge set rural small town england mid 1800s original subtitle hardy called story a man character central character michael henchard one english fiction s greatest creations henchard deeply developed realistic character also larger than life manner greek shakespearean tragic hero huge determination huge failings novel deals struggles individual will hold past relentless control circumstances changing society summary bruce pirie p |
| 5978 |
5928 |
6492 |
Lady of Quality |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Set in late 1600's England, the story follows the life of a woman living an unconventional life. The loves of her life and all of its ups and downs are included. (Summary by Linda Andrus)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-lady-of-quality-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
set late 1600 s england story follows life woman living unconventional life loves life ups downs included summary linda andrus p |
| 5979 |
5929 |
6493 |
Sunny Side |
A. A. Milne |
Humorous Fiction |
The Sunny Side is a collection of short stories and essays by A. A. Milne. Though Milne is best known for his classic children's books, especially Winnie The Pooh, he also wrote extensively for adults, most notably in Punch, to which he was a contributor and later Assistant Editor. The Sunny Side collects his columns for Punch, which include poems, essays and short stories, from 1912 to 1920. Wry, often satirical and always amusingly written, these pieces poke fun at topics from writing plays to lying about birdwatching. They vary greatly in length so there is something for everyone. (Summary by wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-sunny-side-by-a-a-milne/ |
sunny side collection short stories essays a a milne though milne best known classic children s books especially winnie pooh also wrote extensively adults notably punch contributor later assistant editor sunny side collects columns punch include poems essays short stories 1912 1920 wry often satirical always amusingly written pieces poke fun topics writing plays lying birdwatching vary greatly length something everyone summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 5980 |
6178 |
6750 |
LibriVox 7th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
To celebrate the 7 years of LibriVox , readers from all around the world have recorded 77 works they have selected, all of which have 7 in their title.\nWe hope you enjoy the amazing mixture they have come up with.\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-7th-anniversary-collection-by-various/ |
celebrate 7 years librivox readers around world recorded 77 works selected 7 title hope enjoy amazing mixture come with |
| 5981 |
5930 |
6494 |
Indian Child Life |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
Historical |
The author was raised as an American Indian and describes what it was like to be an Indian boy (the first 7 chapters) and an Indian Girl (the last 7 chapters). This is very different from the slanted way the white man tried to picture them as 'savages' and 'brutes.'Quote: Dear Children:—You will like to know that the man who wrote these true stories is himself one of the people he describes so pleasantly and so lovingly for you. He hopes that when you have finished this book, the Indians will seem to you very real and very friendly. He is not willing that all your knowledge of the race that formerly possessed this continent should come from the lips of strangers and enemies, or that you should think of them as blood-thirsty and treacherous, as savage and unclean. (Summary by author's preface) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/indian-child-life-by-charles-alexander-eastman-ohiyesa/ |
author raised american indian describes like indian boy the first 7 chapters indian girl the last 7 chapters different slanted way white man tried picture savages brutes quote dear children you like know man wrote true stories one people describes pleasantly lovingly you hopes finished book indians seem real friendly willing knowledge race formerly possessed continent come lips strangers enemies think blood thirsty treacherous savage unclean summary author s preface p |
| 5982 |
5931 |
6495 |
Penelope's English Experiences |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Epistolary Fiction, Travel Fiction, General Fiction |
Penelope's English Experiences is a fictional travelogue, which documents the experiences of three American ladies on a visit to England. Included are scenes in London and the village of Belvern, containing fanciful sketches of a West-end ball, portraits of domestic originals, etc., characterized by humorous trifling and droll exaggeration of English traits. By the author Mother Carey's Chickens, A Cathedral Courtship, etc. (Summary adapted from an original review)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/penelopes-english-experiences-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
penelope s english experiences fictional travelogue documents experiences three american ladies visit england included scenes london village belvern containing fanciful sketches west end ball portraits domestic originals etc characterized humorous trifling droll exaggeration english traits author mother carey s chickens cathedral courtship etc summary adapted original review p |
| 5983 |
5932 |
6496 |
Epistle to Mrs. Tyler |
Christopher Smart |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Epistle to Mrs. Tyler by Christopher Smart. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 25, 2012.<br><br>Christopher Smart (11 April 1722 – 21 May 1771), also known as "Kit Smart", "Kitty Smart", and "Jack Smart", was an English poet. He was a major contributor to two popular magazines and a friend to influential cultural icons like Samuel Johnson and Henry Fielding. Smart, a high church Anglican, was widely known throughout London. Although he is primarily recognized as a religious poet, his poetry includes various other themes, such as his theories on nature and his promotion of English nationalism. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/epistle-to-mrs-tyler-by-christopher-smart/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings epistle mrs tyler christopher smart weekly poetry project march 25 2012 br br christopher smart 11 april 1722 21 may 1771 also known kit smart kitty smart jack smart english poet major contributor two popular magazines friend influential cultural icons like samuel johnson henry fielding smart high church anglican widely known throughout london although primarily recognized religious poet poetry includes various themes theories nature promotion english nationalism summary wikipedia p |
| 5984 |
5933 |
6497 |
Spring (Rossetti) |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Spring by Christina Georgina Rossetti. This was the Fortnightly Poetry Poetry project for March 25, 2012.<br><br>Christina Georgina Rossetti was an English poet who wrote a variety of romantic, devotional, and children's poems. She is best known for her long poem Goblin Market, her love poem Remember, and for the words of the Christmas carol In the Bleak Midwinter. (Summary by Wikiperdia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/spring-by-christina-georgina-rossetti/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings spring christina georgina rossetti fortnightly poetry poetry project march 25 2012 br br christina georgina rossetti english poet wrote variety romantic devotional children s poems best known long poem goblin market love poem remember words christmas carol bleak midwinter summary wikiperdia p |
| 5985 |
5934 |
6498 |
Lord's Table |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Murray suggests that his devotional, The Lord's Table, is not meant to replace scripture, but rather to strengthen believers' appreciation of God's word. Murray's meditations provide a thoughtful guide for believers who desire to develop a deeper understanding of the Lord's Holy Supper. The devotional covers the week before, during, and after the Supper, and each entry is labeled with the day of the week so that readers can manage devotions with ease. Murray first explains how believers can prepare to receive God's blessing during the weeks before the Supper. Murray further encourages believers to be filled with God's love, repent of sinful deeds, and meditate on his grace. During the day of Holy Communion, we are called to pour out our hearts to Christ as he strengthens us through his body and blood, which quenches our thirst and feeds our souls. In the days after communion, Murray tenderly urges us to dwell on the redeeming power of sanctification. Murray's text is an excellent resource for those who desire to grow in their faith through Communion. (Summary by Emmalon Davis) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-lords-table-by-andrew-murray/ |
murray suggests devotional lord s table meant replace scripture rather strengthen believers appreciation god s word murray s meditations provide thoughtful guide believers desire develop deeper understanding lord s holy supper devotional covers week before during supper entry labeled day week readers manage devotions ease murray first explains believers prepare receive god s blessing weeks supper murray encourages believers filled god s love repent sinful deeds meditate grace day holy communion called pour hearts christ strengthens us body blood quenches thirst feeds souls days communion murray tenderly urges us dwell redeeming power sanctification murray s text excellent resource desire grow faith communion summary emmalon davis p |
| 5986 |
5935 |
6499 |
Free Press |
Hilaire Belloc |
Political Science |
I propose to discuss in what follows the evil of the great modern Capitalist Press, its function in vitiating and misinforming opinion and in putting power into ignoble hands; its correction by the formation of small independent organs, and the probably increasing effect of these last. (Introduction by Hilaire Belloc)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-free-press-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
propose discuss follows evil great modern capitalist press function vitiating misinforming opinion putting power ignoble hands correction formation small independent organs probably increasing effect last introduction hilaire belloc p |
| 5987 |
5936 |
6500 |
Grace Harlowe's Golden Summer |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The College Girls Series sees the friends part ways: Grace, Anne, and Miriam depart for Overton College, while Jessica and Nora attend a conservatory. The Eight Originals gather on holidays, but the seven College books focus on the three at Overton, along with new friends like J. Elfreda Briggs. They form Semper Fidelis, a society devoted to aiding less fortunate students at Overton. Following graduation, Grace rebuffs offers of marriage for "what she had firmly believed to be her destined work," managing Harlowe House at Overton. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowes-golden-summer-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
college girls series sees friends part ways grace anne miriam depart overton college jessica nora attend conservatory eight originals gather holidays seven college books focus three overton along new friends like j elfreda briggs form semper fidelis society devoted aiding less fortunate students overton following graduation grace rebuffs offers marriage what firmly believed destined work managing harlowe house overton summary wikipedia p |
| 5988 |
5937 |
6501 |
Uncle Remus & Friends |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Humorous Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Uncle Remus, that genial old storyteller, knows how to spin these wonderful tales about the 'criteers' that the little 6 year old boy (and many of us adults!) love to listen to. Yet the 'Brer Rabbit and 'Brer Fox and the others sound a lot like the people all around us. They tell stories about personalities and faults and virtues in a way that is unique to Uncle Remus. As the shadows grow longer outside, draw up a rocking chair next to the little boy, settle back and listen to the wise old man tell these stories. These 17 stories were specially chosen from Uncle Remus: His Songs and Sayings and include The Wonderful Tar-Baby Story, Miss Cow falls a Victim to Mr. Rabbit; Mr. Fox and the Deceitful Frogs; Mr. Rabbit grossly deceives Mr. Fox and lots of others. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-remus-friends-17-great-stories-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
uncle remus genial old storyteller knows spin wonderful tales criteers little 6 year old boy and many us adults love listen to yet brer rabbit brer fox others sound lot like people around us tell stories personalities faults virtues way unique uncle remus shadows grow longer outside draw rocking chair next little boy settle back listen wise old man tell stories 17 stories specially chosen uncle remus songs sayings include wonderful tar baby story miss cow falls victim mr rabbit mr fox deceitful frogs mr rabbit grossly deceives mr fox lots others summary phil chenevert p |
| 5989 |
5938 |
6502 |
Woman in the Nineteenth Century |
Margaret Fuller |
Literary Collections, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Margaret Fuller was an American feminist, writer, and intellectual associated with the Transcendentalist movement. Her book Woman in the Nineteenth Century (1845) is considered the first major feminist work in the United States. Her life was short but full. She became the first editor of the transcendentalist journal The Dial in 1840, before joining the staff of the New York Tribune under Horace Greeley in 1844. By the time she was in her 30s, Fuller had earned a reputation as the best-read person in New England, male or female, and became the first woman allowed to use the library at Harvard College. Her seminal work, Woman in the Nineteenth Century, was published in 1845. A year later, she was sent to Europe for the Tribune as its first female correspondent. She soon became involved with the revolutions in Italy and allied herself with Giuseppe Mazzini. She had a relationship with Giovanni Ossoli, with whom she had a child. All three members of the family died in a shipwreck off Fire Island, New York, as they were traveling to the United States in 1850. Fuller's body was never recovered. This project collects her most famous work along with shorter pieces and extracts from her journals and letters. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/woman-in-the-nineteenth-century-and-kindred-papers-relating-to-the-sphere-condition-and-duties-of-women-by-margaret-fuller/ |
margaret fuller american feminist writer intellectual associated transcendentalist movement book woman nineteenth century 1845 considered first major feminist work united states life short full became first editor transcendentalist journal dial 1840 joining staff new york tribune horace greeley 1844 time 30s fuller earned reputation best read person new england male female became first woman allowed use library harvard college seminal work woman nineteenth century published 1845 year later sent europe tribune first female correspondent soon became involved revolutions italy allied giuseppe mazzini relationship giovanni ossoli child three members family died shipwreck fire island new york traveling united states 1850 fuller s body never recovered project collects famous work along shorter pieces extracts journals letters summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p |
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5939 |
6503 |
George Washington |
Calista McCabe Courtenay |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
In this biography for young people, Calista McCabe Courtenay takes the reader from George Washington the surveyor to his early military career, first as a colonel in the Virgina militia and then as a member of General Braddock'a staff during the French and Indian War. He later commanded the Virginia forces before joining the First Continental Congress. Much of the book is devoted to his campaigns during the American Revolution. At the end, we see him as President for two terms. (Summary by Bill Boerst) </p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/george-washington-by-calista-mccabe-courtenay/ |
biography young people calista mccabe courtenay takes reader george washington surveyor early military career first colonel virgina militia member general braddock a staff french indian war later commanded virginia forces joining first continental congress much book devoted campaigns american revolution end see president two terms summary bill boerst p |
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5940 |
6504 |
Can Such Things Be? |
Ambrose Bierce |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
24 short stories in fairly typical Bierce fashion - ghostly, spooky, to be read (or listened to) in the dark, perhaps with a light crackling fire burning dimly in the background. Stories of ghosts, apparitions, and strange, inexplicable occurrences are prevalent in these tales, some of which occur on or near Civil War fields of battle, some in country cottages, and some within urban areas. Can Such Things Be? implies and relates that anything is possible, at any time. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/can-such-things-be-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
24 short stories fairly typical bierce fashion ghostly spooky read or listened to dark perhaps light crackling fire burning dimly background stories ghosts apparitions strange inexplicable occurrences prevalent tales occur near civil war fields battle country cottages within urban areas things be implies relates anything possible time summary roger melin p |
| 5992 |
5941 |
6505 |
純情小曲集 (Junjyoshokyokusyu) |
Sakutarō Hagiwara |
Poetry, Free Verse |
The author's fourth collection of poetry. It includes 28 poems. (Summary by ekzemplaro)<br/><br/>\n萩原朔太郎の第4詩集です。文語調自由詩28編が収録されています。愛憐詩篇の18編は、作者が自由詩を始めた初期の作品です。郷土望景詩の10編は作者30代の時の作品で、前橋の風物を詠じています。口語自由詩を確立した作者の文語自由詩をお楽しみ下さい。</p> |
Japanese |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/junjyoshokyokusyu-by-sakutaro-hagiwara/ |
author s fourth collection poetry includes 28 poems summary ekzemplaro br br 萩原朔太郎の第4詩集です 文語調自由詩28編が収録されています 愛憐詩篇の18編は 作者が自由詩を始めた初期の作品です 郷土望景詩の10編は作者30代の時の作品で 前橋の風物を詠じています 口語自由詩を確立した作者の文語自由詩をお楽しみ下さい p |
| 5993 |
6480 |
7057 |
Elsje |
A.C. Kuiper |
Children's Fiction |
Elsje, een 14 jaar oud weesmeisje, woont gelukkig bij haar grootmoeder op het platteland. Omdat de gezondheid van de grootmoeder achteruitgaat moet ze gaan wonen in de stad bij haar deftige tante en egoïstische nichtje. Het simpele boerenmeisje moet een deftig dametje worden en dat gaat niet zonder slag of stoot. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders.</p> |
Dutch |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/elsje-by-ac-kuiper/ |
elsje een 14 jaar oud weesmeisje woont gelukkig bij haar grootmoeder op het platteland omdat de gezondheid van de grootmoeder achteruitgaat moet ze gaan wonen de stad bij haar deftige tante en egoïstische nichtje het simpele boerenmeisje moet een deftig dametje worden en dat gaat niet zonder slag stoot samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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5942 |
6506 |
Religio Medici and Hydriotaphia |
Thomas Browne |
Religion, Early Modern |
Religio Medici (The Religion of a Doctor) sets out Sir Thomas Browne's spiritual testament as well as being an early psychological self-portrait. In its day, the book was a European best-seller. It was published in 1643 by the newly-qualified physician, and its unorthodox views placed it swiftly upon the Papal Index Librorum Prohibitorum in 1645. Although predominantly concerned with Christian faith, the Religio also meanders into digressions upon alchemy, hermetic philosophy, astrology, and physiognomy.<br/><br/>\nHydriotaphia, Urn Burial, or a Discourse of the Sepulchral Urns lately found in Norfolk, was published in 1658. Its nominal subject was the discovery of a Roman urn burial in Norfolk. The discovery of these remains prompts Browne to deliver, first, a careful description of the antiquities found, and then a careful survey of most of the burial and funerary customs, ancient and current, of which his era was aware. The most famous part of the work, though, is the fifth chapter, where Browne quite explicitly turns to discuss man's struggles with mortality, and the uncertainty of his fate and fame in this world and the next, to produce an extended funerary meditation tinged with melancholia. The changes wrought by time and eternity, the fleetingness of mortal fame, and our feeble attempts to cope with the certainty of death are Browne's subjects. Yet, at the same time, Browne can be tersely witty, mocking human vainglory. A piece of exquisite baroque prose that George Saintsbury called "the longest piece, perhaps, of absolutely sublime rhetoric to be found in the prose literature of the world," Hydriotaphia displays an astonishing command of English prose rhythm and diction. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1643 |
https://librivox.org/religio-medici-and-hydriotaphia-by-thomas-browne/ |
religio medici the religion doctor sets sir thomas browne s spiritual testament well early psychological self portrait day book european best seller published 1643 newly qualified physician unorthodox views placed swiftly upon papal index librorum prohibitorum 1645 although predominantly concerned christian faith religio also meanders digressions upon alchemy hermetic philosophy astrology physiognomy br br hydriotaphia urn burial discourse sepulchral urns lately found norfolk published 1658 nominal subject discovery roman urn burial norfolk discovery remains prompts browne deliver first careful description antiquities found careful survey burial funerary customs ancient current era aware famous part work though fifth chapter browne quite explicitly turns discuss man s struggles mortality uncertainty fate fame world next produce extended funerary meditation tinged melancholia changes wrought time eternity fleetingness mortal fame feeble attempts cope certainty death browne s subjects yet time browne tersely witty mocking human vainglory piece exquisite baroque prose george saintsbury called the longest piece perhaps absolutely sublime rhetoric found prose literature world hydriotaphia displays astonishing command english prose rhythm diction summary wikipedia p |
| 5995 |
5943 |
6507 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 052 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 052: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-052-by-various/ |
librivox s short story collection 052 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members p |
| 5996 |
5944 |
6508 |
Mille et une nuits, tome 3 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Afin de ne plus être déçu par les femmes, le sultan Schahriar décide d'épouser une jeune fille chaque jour et de la faire mourir dès le lendemain. </p>\n\nScheherazade se fait donner à lui en mariage par le grand vizir, son père, afin de mettre un terme à cette barbarie, si cela est possible.</p>\n\nPar ses contes surprenants, Scheherazade tiendra le sultan en haleine, renouvellant son sursis dès les premières lueurs du jour. Jusques à quand ?</p>\n\nJoignons-nous à Dinarzade et Schahriar. Écoutons ses récits passionants, nuit après nuit, après nuit, ...</p>\n\nDeceived once by a woman, Shahryar, the sultan, marries a maid every evening and has her killed on the very next day.</p>\n\nScheherazade convinces the grand vizier, her father, to give him her hand to attempt to put an end to this nightmare.</p>\n\nEvery night, she will tell him a different tale.</p>\n\nDay by day, her life will be saved by Shahryar's curiosity, as he is intrigued by what he hears. \nNight after night, let's listen to Scheherazade's wonderful stories, in French.</p>\n\n(Summary by Ezwa)</p> |
French |
1704 |
https://librivox.org/les-mille-et-une-nuits-by-anonymous/ |
afin de ne plus être déçu par les femmes le sultan schahriar décide d épouser une jeune fille chaque jour et de la faire mourir dès le lendemain p scheherazade se fait donner à lui en mariage par le grand vizir son père afin de mettre un terme à cette barbarie si cela est possible p par ses contes surprenants scheherazade tiendra le sultan en haleine renouvellant son sursis dès les premières lueurs du jour jusques à quand p joignons nous à dinarzade et schahriar écoutons ses récits passionants nuit après nuit après nuit p deceived woman shahryar sultan marries maid every evening killed next day p scheherazade convinces grand vizier father give hand attempt put end nightmare p every night tell different tale p day day life saved shahryar s curiosity intrigued hears night night let s listen scheherazade s wonderful stories french p summary ezwa p |
| 5997 |
5945 |
6509 |
Short Poetry Collection 107 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-107-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers april 2012 br br |
| 5998 |
5946 |
6510 |
Matador of the Five Towns and Other Stories |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Twenty-two short stories by Arnold Bennett, mainly set in the 'Five Towns', Bennett's name for the pottery manufacturing towns of the English midlands (Summary by Andy Minter).<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-matador-of-the-five-towns-and-other-stories-by-arnold-bennett/ |
twenty two short stories arnold bennett mainly set five towns bennett s name pottery manufacturing towns english midlands summary andy minter p |
| 5999 |
5947 |
6511 |
Domestic Manners of the Americans |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Next to de Alexis de Tocquville's almost contemporary Democracy in America, Frances Trollope's work may be the most famous (or at least notorious) dissection of manners and morals of the United States. The work was a sensation on both sides of the Atlantic, and particularly in America, where Trollope was reviled as representing the worst of old world prejudices the new republic (though the criticism did nothing to hurt sales).</p>\n\nAccompanied by a son and two daughters, Trollope lived in the United States from 1827 to 1831, spending most of her time in Cincinnati, where she had hoped, when joined by her husband, to open a large department store, which was also to be a place of entertainment and culture. She was, unfortunately, almost entirely ignorant of business practices, and habitually short of money, which her husband was in no position to make up. After leaving Cincinnati she traveled briefly in the eastern states, before returning to England. There is something of a happy ending; Domestic Manners was her first book, and such a success that she turned to writing, producing in her lifetime over a hundred books, which, though they never made her very rich, were more than sufficient to keep the wolf from the door. She passed on her highly disciplined writing habits to her son Anthony (who had not accompanied her to the new world), who produced forty-seven novels as well as several other works. His views of the United States, thanks in part to its attractive young women, were, of course, more benign; indeed in The Duke's Children, the lovely New Yorker Isabel Boncassen is to become the Duchess of Omnium.</p>It's worth remembering that Frances Trollope's introduction to America was made through what was still something of frontier territory in Ohio, and few historians would argue that refinement and high culture were outstanding features of the Jacksonian era, which she saw first hand. Though some at the time feared that Domestic Manners would lead to a new Anglo-American war, fortunately the critical disputes took place on paper. Eventually passions cooled, and some Americans even came to admit that some of her judgements were just. Mark Twain, for instance, while chiding Trollope for falling for American tall tales (see the story of the crocodile's -- or alligator's -- destruction of a family in Chapter III), also remarked that the reason Domestic Manners was so hated by patriotic Americans was because it was so true.</p>In any case, it is offered by the reader as a contribution to the American political campaign of 2012.<br>Introduction by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/domestic-manners-of-the-americans-by-frances-trollope/ |
next de alexis de tocquville s almost contemporary democracy america frances trollope s work may famous or least notorious dissection manners morals united states work sensation sides atlantic particularly america trollope reviled representing worst old world prejudices new republic though criticism nothing hurt sales p accompanied son two daughters trollope lived united states 1827 1831 spending time cincinnati hoped joined husband open large department store also place entertainment culture was unfortunately almost entirely ignorant business practices habitually short money husband position make up leaving cincinnati traveled briefly eastern states returning england something happy ending domestic manners first book success turned writing producing lifetime hundred books which though never made rich sufficient keep wolf door passed highly disciplined writing habits son anthony who accompanied new world produced forty seven novels well several works views united states thanks part attractive young women were course benign indeed duke s children lovely new yorker isabel boncassen become duchess omnium p it s worth remembering frances trollope s introduction america made still something frontier territory ohio historians would argue refinement high culture outstanding features jacksonian era saw first hand though time feared domestic manners would lead new anglo american war fortunately critical disputes took place paper eventually passions cooled americans even came admit judgements just mark twain instance chiding trollope falling american tall tales see story crocodile s alligator s destruction family chapter iii also remarked reason domestic manners hated patriotic americans true p in case offered reader contribution american political campaign 2012 br introduction nicholas clifford p |
| 6000 |
5948 |
6512 |
Every-day Life of Abraham Lincoln |
Francis Fisher Browne |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
This detailed biography covers the places in Lincoln's life: Indiana, Illinois, Washington. It also traces his various roles as storekeeper, serviceman, state legislator, lawyer, politician, Republican Party leader, and of course President. Along the way we learn about his days of hardship as a beginning lawyer, his love for Anne Rutledge, such myths as "Honest Abe," and his deep concerns over the issue of slavery. The author uses Lincoln's correspondence with others to show his personality traits and opinions about topics of his world. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-every-day-life-of-abraham-lincoln-by-francis-fisher-browne/ |
detailed biography covers places lincoln s life indiana illinois washington also traces various roles storekeeper serviceman state legislator lawyer politician republican party leader course president along way learn days hardship beginning lawyer love anne rutledge myths honest abe deep concerns issue slavery author uses lincoln s correspondence others show personality traits opinions topics world summary bill boerst p |
| 6001 |
5949 |
6513 |
Song (Seward version) |
Anna Seward |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of Song by Anna Seward. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 1, 2012.<br/><br/>Anna Seward was an English Romantic poet, often called the Swan of Lichfield. Her verses include elegies and sonnets, and she also wrote a poetical novel, Louisa, of which five editions were published. In an era when women had to tread carefully in society's orbit, Seward struck a middle ground. (from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-anna-seward/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings song anna seward weekly poetry project april 1 2012 br br anna seward english romantic poet often called swan lichfield verses include elegies sonnets also wrote poetical novel louisa five editions published era women tread carefully society s orbit seward struck middle ground from wikipedia p |
| 6002 |
5950 |
6514 |
Four Million (Version 2) |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
The man with the surprise endings: that was O. Henry's trademark. This is the second published collection of short stories by O. Henry originally released in 1906. There are twenty five stories of various lengths including several of his best known works such as "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Cop and the Anthem". The book's title refers to the then population of New York City where many of the stories are set. Some society snobs has the opinion that there were only 'Four Hundred' people in New York City who were really worth noticing. But O. Henry felt that every person in New York was worth noticing and had their own story which is explains the title of this collection little stories of the 'Four Million.'" To O. Henry, everyone in New York counted. And everyone had a story.</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-million-by-ohenry/ |
man surprise endings o henry s trademark second published collection short stories o henry originally released 1906 twenty five stories various lengths including several best known works the gift magi the cop anthem book s title refers population new york city many stories set society snobs opinion four hundred people new york city really worth noticing o henry felt every person new york worth noticing story explains title collection little stories four million o henry everyone new york counted everyone story p |
| 6003 |
5951 |
6515 |
Ramayan, Book 3 |
Valmiki |
Poetry, Other religions |
The Ramayan is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It is the story of Rama, who emabrks on an epic journey followed by the fight with Ravana, the demon king who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The epic depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. (Introduction by Om123, with much wikipedia help.)<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayan-book-3-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata story rama emabrks epic journey followed fight ravana demon king abducted rama s wife sita epic depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king introduction om123 much wikipedia help p |
| 6004 |
5952 |
6516 |
Miss Lulu Bett |
Zona Gale |
General Fiction |
Lulu Bett is a spinster, living at the turn of the 20th century essentially as a servant with her sister Ina and brother-in-law Dwight. She is, uncomplainingly, "the family beast of burden," living in the background and tending to the family's needs. It therefore surprises everyone, Lulu included, when Dwight's visiting brother Ninian proposes to her, and she accepts. The surprise is even greater when Lulu returns home alone from their homeymoon trip, with the news that Ninian was already legally married before he married her. What follows brings Lulu into conflict with the self-satisfied Dwight, forcing her to choose how she defines herself, with unexpected results. This novel is the basis of the 1921 play for which Zona Gale became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for drama. The original ending of the play, in which Lulu gains freedom by walking away from the security of the family, was considered so controversial that a new ending was written. In this, the book, we see the author's original intent. (Summary by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/miss-lulu-bett-by-zona-gale/ |
lulu bett spinster living turn 20th century essentially servant sister ina brother in law dwight is uncomplainingly the family beast burden living background tending family s needs therefore surprises everyone lulu included dwight s visiting brother ninian proposes her accepts surprise even greater lulu returns home alone homeymoon trip news ninian already legally married married her follows brings lulu conflict self satisfied dwight forcing choose defines herself unexpected results novel basis 1921 play zona gale became first woman win pulitzer prize drama original ending play lulu gains freedom walking away security family considered controversial new ending written this book see author s original intent summary christine dufour p |
| 6005 |
5953 |
6517 |
Silent Barrier |
Louis Tracy |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
Charles K. Spencer is a well-to-do young American mining engineer. Drinking his water in a hotel in London one day, he overhears a conversation between two young women, one of whom is to go to Switzerland. He decides to play "fairy godfather" and send the other girl there as well, also to further her career as a writer for a scientific journal. However, the girl is shadowed on her journey by the mysterious Mr. Bower. Convinced that Bower is a rogue, Mr. Spencer decides to follow them to protect the girl... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-silent-barrier-by-louis-tracy/ |
charles k spencer well to do young american mining engineer drinking water hotel london one day overhears conversation two young women one go switzerland decides play fairy godfather send girl well also career writer scientific journal however girl shadowed journey mysterious mr bower convinced bower rogue mr spencer decides follow protect girl summary carolin p |
| 6006 |
5954 |
6518 |
Treasury of Heroes and Heroines |
Clayton Edwards |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, *Non-fiction |
It would be pleasant indeed to gather the characters of this book together and listen to the conversation of wholly different but interested couples—for this is a book of contrasts and has been written as such. Lives of the most dramatic and adventurous quality have been gathered from all corners of the earth, and from every age in history, in such a way that they may cover the widest possible variety of human experience. <br><br>\n\nThe publishers believe that such a book would not be complete without some characters that are no less real because they have lived only in the minds of men. No explanation is needed for semi-historical characters like King Arthur, Robin Hood and William Tell, while Don Quixote, the Prince of Madness, and Rip Van Winkle, the Prince of Laziness, have been included, not because they were essentially heroic in themselves (although Don Quixote might well have claimed the laurel) but because they became heroes in the opinion of others through the very qualities that brought about their downfall. As involuntary heroes, they furnish a pleasant contrast to the more serious, actual and transcendental figures of saints, martyrs, warriors, discoverers and statesmen with which these pages are filled; they enrich the "Treasury," widen its range of colors and perform the necessary function of court jesters in the Hall of Fame. (Summary From the Preface)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-treasury-of-heroes-and-heroines-by-clayton-edwards/ |
would pleasant indeed gather characters book together listen conversation wholly different interested couples for book contrasts written such lives dramatic adventurous quality gathered corners earth every age history way may cover widest possible variety human experience br br publishers believe book would complete without characters less real lived minds men explanation needed semi historical characters like king arthur robin hood william tell quixote prince madness rip van winkle prince laziness included essentially heroic although quixote might well claimed laurel became heroes opinion others qualities brought downfall involuntary heroes furnish pleasant contrast serious actual transcendental figures saints martyrs warriors discoverers statesmen pages filled enrich treasury widen range colors perform necessary function court jesters hall fame summary preface p |
| 6007 |
5955 |
6519 |
Belton Estate |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction |
Clara Amedroz is the virtuous, intelligent, and quick-witted heroine of this novel. Like all women of her time, she has few options other than to marry. She is lucky enough to have two eligible suitors, and chooses the more urbane and worldly of the two. Alas, however, she realizes fairly quickly that Captain Aylmer is not a nice person. Throughout much of the novel we find her trying hard not to recognize that Will Belton - the suitor she rejected, and who still loves and wants to marry her - is.<br><br>\n\nAs in all of Trollope's novels, the sub-plots are at least as engaging as the main story: here, we find Clara associated with, and ultimately for some time dependent on, Mr. and Mrs. Askerton, who - having perforce lived together for some time before they were married - are social outcasts. Clara is courageous enough to remain loyal to these friends, knowing that thus she, too, risks social condemnation and reduces her value on the marital market-place.<br><br>\n\nShe becomes wiser, more generous, and more forgiving as her outlook on the world matures in various trials-by fire: the experiences she endures as a result of her mistaken allegiance to Captain Aylmer; her friendship with the Askertons; and the malicious gossip and social ostracization attendant on her loyalty to them. The question that will decide her ultimate happiness is whether she can be as generous and forgiving of herself. (Summary by Kirsten Wever) </p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/belton-estate-the-by-trollope-anthony/ |
clara amedroz virtuous intelligent quick witted heroine novel like women time options marry lucky enough two eligible suitors chooses urbane worldly two alas however realizes fairly quickly captain aylmer nice person throughout much novel find trying hard recognize belton suitor rejected still loves wants marry is br br trollope s novels sub plots least engaging main story here find clara associated with ultimately time dependent on mr mrs askerton perforce lived together time married social outcasts clara courageous enough remain loyal friends knowing thus she too risks social condemnation reduces value marital market place br br becomes wiser generous forgiving outlook world matures various trials by fire experiences endures result mistaken allegiance captain aylmer friendship askertons malicious gossip social ostracization attendant loyalty them question decide ultimate happiness whether generous forgiving herself summary kirsten wever p |
| 6008 |
5956 |
6520 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. Mark |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
“Expository Thoughts” divides the Gospels into sections of about twelve verses each, from which J. C. Ryle selects two or three prominent points to dwell on and bring to the reader’s attention. In Ryle’s day, there were many detailed commentaries and expositions on scripture. In writing these “Expository Thoughts”, Ryle aimed to offer a resource to the laity for use in family prayers, as an aid to those who visit the sick and desire a proper book to read on such occasions, and for private devotions for those whose callings and engagements make it impossible for them to read large commentaries. This second volume of the work presents Rev. Ryle's meditations on St. Mark. As with the first volume on the Gospel of St. Matthew, Rev. Ryle offered this book “with an earnest prayer, that it may tend to the promotion of pure and undefiled religion, help to extend the knowledge of Christ, and be a humble instrument in aid of the glorious work of converting and edifying immortal souls.” (Introduction by MaryAnn)\n<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1<br/><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/ |
expository thoughts divides gospels sections twelve verses each j c ryle selects two three prominent points dwell bring reader s attention ryle s day many detailed commentaries expositions scripture writing expository thoughts ryle aimed offer resource laity use family prayers aid visit sick desire proper book read occasions private devotions whose callings engagements make impossible read large commentaries second volume work presents rev ryle s meditations st mark first volume gospel st matthew rev ryle offered book with earnest prayer may tend promotion pure undefiled religion help extend knowledge christ humble instrument aid glorious work converting edifying immortal souls introduction maryann br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
| 6009 |
10835 |
11490 |
Book of Fairy Tales |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of fairy tales, retold by Sabine Baring-Gould. The collection contains such well-known stories as Cinderella and the Beauty and the Beast, but also tales which are now not as widely known, such as the Yellow Dwarf and the White Cat. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-fairy-tales-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
collection fairy tales retold sabine baring gould collection contains well known stories cinderella beauty beast also tales widely known yellow dwarf white cat summary carolin |
| 6010 |
5957 |
6521 |
drei gerechten Kammmacher |
Gottfried Keller |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Gottfried Kellers Novelle "Die drei gerechten Kammmacher" (diese Schreibweise wurde in der Erstausgabe 1856 verwendet und gilt nach der neuen deutschen Rechtschreibung, viele Ausgaben verwenden "Kammacher") gehört zur Sammlung "Die Leute von Seldwyla" und gilt als Beispiel einer realistischen Groteske. Die Geschichte handelt von drei deutschen Handwerksgesellen, die bei einem Seldwyler Meister arbeiten, alle drei fleißig, sparsam, genügsam, berechnend und konfliktscheu. Da sie alle drei die Kammmacherei kaufen möchten, und dazu alle die selbe vermögende Jungfer heiraten wollen, werden sie zu erbitterten Rivalen. Es kommt zu einem entscheidenden Wettlauf, der für zwei der Gesellen schlimm ausgeht - aber auch für den Sieger kommt es anders, als er gedacht hatte.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/die-drei-gerechten-kammmacher-by-gottfried-keller/ |
gottfried kellers novelle die drei gerechten kammmacher diese schreibweise wurde der erstausgabe 1856 verwendet und gilt nach der neuen deutschen rechtschreibung viele ausgaben verwenden kammacher gehört zur sammlung die leute von seldwyla und gilt als beispiel einer realistischen groteske die geschichte handelt von drei deutschen handwerksgesellen die bei einem seldwyler meister arbeiten alle drei fleißig sparsam genügsam berechnend und konfliktscheu da sie alle drei die kammmacherei kaufen möchten und dazu alle die selbe vermögende jungfer heiraten wollen werden sie zu erbitterten rivalen es kommt zu einem entscheidenden wettlauf der für zwei der gesellen schlimm ausgeht aber auch für den sieger kommt es anders als er gedacht hatte zusammenfassung von wikipedia und karlsson p |
| 6011 |
5958 |
6522 |
Hollywood: Its Morals and Manners |
Theodore Dreiser |
Performing Arts |
Serialized in Shadowland from November 1921 to February 1922, Hollywood: Its Morals and Manners is Theodore Dreiser's shocking four part expose on the motion picture industry. In it, he shares his observations from his extended stay in Los Angeles, and gives us an intimate look at the seedier underside of Hollywood. (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/hollywood-its-morals-and-manners-by-dreiser-theodore/ |
serialized shadowland november 1921 february 1922 hollywood morals manners theodore dreiser s shocking four part expose motion picture industry it shares observations extended stay los angeles gives us intimate look seedier underside hollywood summary chuckw p |
| 6012 |
5959 |
6524 |
Signs of Change |
William Morris |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
In the 1880s William Morris, the artist and poet famously associated with the Arts and Crafts movement, left the Liberal Party and threw himself into the Socialist cause. He spoke all over the country, on street corners as well as in working men's clubs and lecture halls, and edited and wrote for the Socialist League's monthly newspaper. Signs of Change is a short collection of his talks and writings in this period, first published in 1888, covering such topics as what socialism and work should be, and how capitalism and waste developed. (Summary by Deborah Brabyn)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/signs-of-change-by-william-morris/ |
1880s william morris artist poet famously associated arts crafts movement left liberal party threw socialist cause spoke country street corners well working men s clubs lecture halls edited wrote socialist league s monthly newspaper signs change short collection talks writings period first published 1888 covering topics socialism work be capitalism waste developed summary deborah brabyn p |
| 6013 |
5960 |
6525 |
Some Rambling Notes of an Idle Excursion |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
Written for the Atlantic magazine in 1877, this is a collection of stories about a trip Mark Twain made with some friends to Bermuda. (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/some-rambling-notes-of-an-idle-excursion-by-mark-twain/ |
written atlantic magazine 1877 collection stories trip mark twain made friends bermuda summary john greenman p |
| 6014 |
5961 |
6526 |
Mormonism and Masonry |
Samuel H. Goodwin |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The edition of the book published in 1921 explored extensively the reasons why Mormons were not accepted ("are" at the time of publication) into the Masonic Lodges. (Summary by Chiquito J. Crasto)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mormonism-and-masonry-by-samuel-h-goodwin/ |
edition book published 1921 explored extensively reasons mormons accepted are time publication masonic lodges summary chiquito j crasto p |
| 6015 |
5962 |
6527 |
Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life |
William Law |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
This is one of the greatest devotional books of the Christian faith, inspiring thousands to a closer walk with their Lord. John Wesley was a close associate of Mr. Law and was influenced by this very book to some of his great work in England, and America too.<br><br>William Law uses fictional characters to illustrate what true devotion is, and what it is not. This makes for a very interesting reading experience. Every Christian will find themselves challenged to a closer scrutiny of their lives after reading this book, and will, I believe, be inspired to a personal revival of their consecration and dedication to God. (Summary by Robert Hoffman)</p> |
English |
1729 |
https://librivox.org/a-serious-call-to-a-devout-and-holy-life-by-william-law/ |
one greatest devotional books christian faith inspiring thousands closer walk lord john wesley close associate mr law influenced book great work england america too br br william law uses fictional characters illustrate true devotion is not makes interesting reading experience every christian find challenged closer scrutiny lives reading book will believe inspired personal revival consecration dedication god summary robert hoffman p |
| 6016 |
5963 |
6528 |
Tom Swift and his Airship |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
In Tom Swift and His Airship, Tom Swift has finished his latest invention- the Red Cloud, a fast and innovative airship. Tom is anxious for a cross-country trial, but just before he and his friends take off, the Shopton bank is robbed. No sooner is Tom in the air than he is blamed for the robbery. Suddenly, he's a wanted fugitive but doesn't know why until he's half-way across the country. With no safe harbor or friend on the land below, Tom must race back to Shopton to clear his name before he's shot out of the sky. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-airship-by-victor-appleton/ |
tom swift airship tom swift finished latest invention red cloud fast innovative airship tom anxious cross country trial friends take off shopton bank robbed sooner tom air blamed robbery suddenly he s wanted fugitive know he s half way across country safe harbor friend land below tom must race back shopton clear name he s shot sky summary wikipedia p |
| 6017 |
6718 |
7306 |
Critias |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
This is an incomplete dialogue from the late period of Plato's life. Plato most likely created it after Republic and it contains the famous story of Atlantis, that Plato tells with such skill that many have believed the story to be true. Critias, a friend of Socrates, and uncle of Plato was infamous as one of the bloody thirty tyrants. (Summary by Kevin Johnson)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/critias-by-plato/ |
incomplete dialogue late period plato s life plato likely created republic contains famous story atlantis plato tells skill many believed story true critias friend socrates uncle plato infamous one bloody thirty tyrants summary kevin johnson p |
| 6018 |
5964 |
6529 |
Bible (KJV) NT 23: 1 John |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The First Epistle of John, often referred to as First John and written 1 John, is a book of the New Testament. This fourth catholic or "general" epistle is attributed to John the Evangelist, traditionally thought to be the author of the Gospel of John and the other two Epistles of John. This Epistle was written in Ephesus between the years 95–110. The work was written to counter docetism, the heresy that Jesus did not come "in the flesh," but only as a spirit. It also defined how Christians are to discern true teachers: by their ethics, their proclamation of Jesus in the flesh, and by their love. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-nt-23-john1-by-king-james-version/ |
first epistle john often referred first john written 1 john book new testament fourth catholic general epistle attributed john evangelist traditionally thought author gospel john two epistles john epistle written ephesus years 95 110 work written counter docetism heresy jesus come in flesh spirit also defined christians discern true teachers ethics proclamation jesus flesh love summary wikipedia p |
| 6019 |
5965 |
6530 |
Literary Sense |
E. Nesbit |
Single Author Collections |
A collection of short stories written by the author of other literary greats such as The Railway Children, Five Children and It and The Phoenix and the Carpet. Many of her books have been made into television series or films. She wrote for both adults and children and also wrote non-fiction and poetry. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-literary-sense-by-edith-nesbit/ |
collection short stories written author literary greats railway children five children phoenix carpet many books made television series films wrote adults children also wrote non fiction poetry summary michele eaton p |
| 6020 |
5966 |
6531 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 038 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 14 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\nDie Legende vom Vogelnest übersetzt von Marie Franzos (1870-1941)<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-038-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 14 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br die legende vom vogelnest übersetzt von marie franzos 1870 1941 br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 6021 |
5967 |
6532 |
Windsor Castle, Book 2 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Book 2 - Herne the Hunter. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) <br /><br />\n<strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 1</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 3</a> <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 4</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 5</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 6</a><br />\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/ |
br book 2 herne hunter focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary adapted wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 1 by william harrison ainsworth book 1 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 3 by william harrison ainsworth book 3 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 4 by william harrison ainsworth book 4 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 5 by william harrison ainsworth book 5 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 6 by william harrison ainsworth book 6 a br br br |
| 6022 |
5968 |
6533 |
Seven Keys to Baldpate |
Earl Derr Biggers |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Dime-store novelist William Magee has gone to Baldpate Inn to do a little soul-searching in an attempt to write a serious work. Thinking he will be alone and uninterrupted, Magee arrives at the inn in the dead of winter. But he discovers that there are six other keys to Baldpate Inn, and the holders of those keys enliven his stay with bribery, shootings and plenty of mystery. (Summary by Susan Umpleby & TriciaG) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/seven-keys-to-baldpate-by-earl-derr-biggers/ |
p dime store novelist william magee gone baldpate inn little soul searching attempt write serious work thinking alone uninterrupted magee arrives inn dead winter discovers six keys baldpate inn holders keys enliven stay bribery shootings plenty mystery summary susan umpleby triciag p |
| 6023 |
5969 |
6534 |
Soaked In Seaweed and 7 other nonsense novels |
Stephen Leacock |
Humorous Fiction |
8 great spoofs of 'types' of fiction by the premier Canadian humorist Leacock, taken from his book Nonsense Novels. The title of each parody gives away it's genre: \nSoaked in Seaweed or, Upset in the Ocean; Maddened by Mystery: or, The Defective Detective; "Q." A Psychic Pstory of the Psupernatural; Guido the Gimlet of Ghent: A Romance of Chivalry; The Man in Asbestos: an Allegory of the Future; Sorrows of a Super Soul: or, The Memoirs of Marie Mushenough; A Hero in Homespun: or, The Life Struggle of Hezekiah Hayloft and Caroline's Christmas: or, The Inexplicable Infant. If you enjoy take offs and parodies, the stories in this collection are for you. See how many types you recognize as you listen and laugh. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/soaked-in-seaweed-and-7-other-nonsense-novels-by-stephen-leacock/ |
8 great spoofs types fiction premier canadian humorist leacock taken book nonsense novels title parody gives away genre soaked seaweed or upset ocean maddened mystery or defective detective q psychic pstory psupernatural guido gimlet ghent romance chivalry man asbestos allegory future sorrows super soul or memoirs marie mushenough hero homespun or life struggle hezekiah hayloft caroline s christmas or inexplicable infant enjoy take offs parodies stories collection you see many types recognize listen laugh summary phil chenevert p |
| 6024 |
6148 |
6720 |
Golden Calf |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
A late 19th Century sensation novel following the young life of Ida Palliser as she searches for fortune and love within England's Gentry Class. Victorian sensation books were often set in ordinary, familiar setting, undermining the perceived adherence to social convention. They exposed the true lives of Victorian England's upper class - lives they tried to keep hidden. (summary by James Dow)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-calf-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
late 19th century sensation novel following young life ida palliser searches fortune love within england s gentry class victorian sensation books often set ordinary familiar setting undermining perceived adherence social convention exposed true lives victorian england s upper class lives tried keep hidden summary james dow p |
| 6025 |
5970 |
6535 |
Arme Spielmann |
Franz Grillparzer |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Auf dem Weg zur Brigittenauer Kirchweihe fällt dem Erzähler ein alter Geigenspieler auf. Durch ein kurzes Gespräch neugierig geworden, besucht er ihn einige Tage später in seiner Wohnung. Dort erzählt ihm der Spielmann seine tragische Lebensgeschichte.<br>\nFranz Grillparzer zählt zu den wichtigsten österreichischen Dramatikern. Er wird auch gerne als der österreichische Nationaldichter bezeichnet. Der arme Spielmann, erschienen 1848, ist eine von nur zwei Novellen Grillparzers. (Zusammenfassung von Availle.) \n<br><br>\nThis is one of only two novellas by Austrian playwright Franz Grillparzer. |
German |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/der-arme-spielmann-by-franz-grillparzer/ |
auf dem weg zur brigittenauer kirchweihe fällt dem erzähler ein alter geigenspieler auf durch ein kurzes gespräch neugierig geworden besucht er ihn einige tage später seiner wohnung dort erzählt ihm der spielmann seine tragische lebensgeschichte br franz grillparzer zählt zu den wichtigsten österreichischen dramatikern er wird auch gerne als der österreichische nationaldichter bezeichnet der arme spielmann erschienen 1848 ist eine von nur zwei novellen grillparzers zusammenfassung von availle br br one two novellas austrian playwright franz grillparzer |
| 6026 |
5971 |
6536 |
Reaper And The Flowers |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry, Lyric, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 25 recordings of The Reaper And The Flowers by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 8, 2012.<br><br>Longfellow predominantly wrote lyric poems which are known for their musicality and which often presented stories of mythology and legend. He became the most popular American poet of his day and also had success overseas. He has been criticized, however, for imitating European styles and writing specifically for the masses. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-reaper-and-the-flowers-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 25 recordings reaper flowers henry wadsworth longfellow fortnightly poetry project april 8 2012 br br longfellow predominantly wrote lyric poems known musicality often presented stories mythology legend became popular american poet day also success overseas criticized however imitating european styles writing specifically masses summary wikipedia p |
| 6027 |
5972 |
6537 |
House in the Mist |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
It was a night to drive any man indoors. Not only was the darkness impenetrable, but the raw mist enveloping hill and valley made the open road anything but desirable to a belated wayfarer like myself.\n\nBeing young, untrammeled, and naturally indifferent to danger, I was not averse to adventure; and having my fortune to make, was always on the lookout for El Dorado, which, to ardent souls, lies ever beyond the next turning. Consequently, when I saw a light shimmering through the mist at my right, I resolved to make for it and the shelter it so opportunely offered.\n\nBut I did not realize then, as I do now, that shelter does not necessarily imply refuge, or I might not have undertaken this adventure with so light a heart. Yet, who knows? The impulses of an unfettered spirit lean toward daring, and youth, as I have said, seeks the strange, the unknown and, sometimes, the terrible. (Exerpt from Chapter I)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-in-the-mist-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
night drive man indoors darkness impenetrable raw mist enveloping hill valley made open road anything desirable belated wayfarer like myself young untrammeled naturally indifferent danger averse adventure fortune make always lookout el dorado which ardent souls lies ever beyond next turning consequently saw light shimmering mist right resolved make shelter opportunely offered realize then now shelter necessarily imply refuge might undertaken adventure light heart yet knows impulses unfettered spirit lean toward daring youth said seeks strange unknown and sometimes terrible exerpt chapter i p |
| 6028 |
5973 |
6539 |
Huntingtower |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Dickson McCunn, a respectable, newly retired grocer, plans a walking holiday in the hills of south-west Scotland. He meets a young English poet and finds himself in the thick of a plot involving the kidnapping of a Russian princess, who is held prisoner in the rambling mansion, Huntingtower. This modern fairy-tale is also a gripping adventure story. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/huntingtower-by-john-buchan/ |
dickson mccunn respectable newly retired grocer plans walking holiday hills south west scotland meets young english poet finds thick plot involving kidnapping russian princess held prisoner rambling mansion huntingtower modern fairy tale also gripping adventure story summary simon evers p |
| 6029 |
5974 |
6540 |
Curse of Carne's Hold |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
When Ronald Mervyn from Devonshire is falsely accused of murder he emigrates to South Africa. He takes part in the Kaffir war and during this time he rescues a family from death. The family then return to England and try to establish Ronald's innocence. (Summary by Michele Eaton ) <p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-curse-of-carnes-hold-by-g-a-henty/ |
ronald mervyn devonshire falsely accused murder emigrates south africa takes part kaffir war time rescues family death family return england try establish ronald s innocence summary michele eaton p |
| 6030 |
5975 |
6541 |
To the Last Man |
Zane Grey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
The story follows an ancient feud between two frontier families that is inflamed when one of the families takes up cattle rustling. The ranchers are led by Jean Isbel and, on the other side, Lee Jorth and his band of cattle rustlers. In the grip of a relentless code of loyalty to their own people, they fight the war of the Tonto Basin, desperately, doggedly, to the last man, neither side seeing the futility of it until it is too late. And in this volatile environment, young Jean finds himself hopelessly in love with a girl from whom he is separated by an impassable barrier. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-last-man-by-zane-grey/ |
story follows ancient feud two frontier families inflamed one families takes cattle rustling ranchers led jean isbel and side lee jorth band cattle rustlers grip relentless code loyalty people fight war tonto basin desperately doggedly last man neither side seeing futility late volatile environment young jean finds hopelessly love girl separated impassable barrier summary wikipedia p |
| 6031 |
5982 |
6548 |
Duchess of Padua |
Oscar Wilde |
Plays, Romance, Drama |
Guido Ferranti, a young man, travels to Padua with his friend Ascanio after receiving a mysterious letter from a stranger, claiming to know the true secret of Guido's birth. His plan of revenge goes awry, however, when he falls in love with his enemy's beautiful wife, the Duchess of Padua. (Summary by Wikipedia and wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Simone Gesso, Duke of Padua; Hugo the Headsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Beatrice, Duchess of Padua: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Andreas Pollajuolo, Cardinal of Padua: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Maffio Petrucci; Servant; First Soldier; Usher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Jeppo Vitellozzo; Count Moranzone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Taddeo Bardi; Bernardo Cavalcanti, Lord Justice of Padua; Third Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Guido Ferranti: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Ascanio Cristofano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Lucy, a Tirewoman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>First Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Third Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Tipstaff; Second Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-duchess-of-padua-by-oscar-wilde/ |
guido ferranti young man travels padua friend ascanio receiving mysterious letter stranger claiming know true secret guido s birth plan revenge goes awry however falls love enemy s beautiful wife duchess padua summary wikipedia wildemoose br br strong cast strong br simone gesso duke padua hugo headsman a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br beatrice duchess padua a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br andreas pollajuolo cardinal padua a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br maffio petrucci servant first soldier usher a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br jeppo vitellozzo count moranzone a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br taddeo bardi bernardo cavalcanti lord justice padua third soldier a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br guido ferranti a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br ascanio cristofano a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br lucy tirewoman a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br first citizen a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br second citizen a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br third citizen a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br tipstaff second soldier a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br audio edited arielle lipshaw p |
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5976 |
6542 |
Sockerpullor och Pepparkorn: Små bilder ur skånska folklifvet förr och nu |
Henrik Wranér |
Humorous Fiction, Romance, Short Stories |
This is a collection of amusing anecdotes about quirky couples from a rural part of Scania, in the south of Sweden. Written by a man from that same region and read in the local accent, these stories may offer insights on love as well as a few laughs to those who comprehend it.<p></p>Henrik Wranér är känd för sina humoristiska skildringar av skånskt allmogeliv. I Sockerpullor och Pepparkorn möter vi ett antal bybor i alla åldrar som har ett eller annat att säga om kärleken. Historierna handlar om alla möjliga situationer, från ungdomar som behöver en nätt knuff för att komma till skott, via hiskeliga berättelser, till komiska slutledningar. (Summary by Petra, partly adapted from Wikipedia)<p> |
Swedish |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/sockerpullor-och-pepparkorn-sma-bilder-ur-skanska-folklifvet-forr-och-nu-by-henrik-wraner/ |
collection amusing anecdotes quirky couples rural part scania south sweden written man region read local accent stories may offer insights love well laughs comprehend it p p henrik wranér är känd för sina humoristiska skildringar av skånskt allmogeliv sockerpullor och pepparkorn möter vi ett antal bybor alla åldrar som har ett eller annat att säga om kärleken historierna handlar om alla möjliga situationer från ungdomar som behöver en nätt knuff för att komma till skott via hiskeliga berättelser till komiska slutledningar summary petra partly adapted wikipedia p |
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5977 |
6543 |
Where the Bee Sucks |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Where the Bee Sucks by William Shakespeare. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 8, 2012.<br><br>Where the Bee Sucks is a song performed by Ariel, an airy spirit, in Shakespeare's The Tempest. The Tempest has proved more popular as a subject for composers than most of Shakespeare's plays. Scholar Julie Sanders ascribes this to the "perceived 'musicality' or lyricism" of the play. Thomas Arne, best known for the patriotic song Rule, Britannia!, set this piece to music. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/where-the-bee-sucks-by-william-shakespeare/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings bee sucks william shakespeare weekly poetry project april 8 2012 br br where bee sucks song performed ariel airy spirit shakespeare s tempest tempest proved popular subject composers shakespeare s plays scholar julie sanders ascribes perceived musicality lyricism play thomas arne best known patriotic song rule britannia set piece music summary wikipedia p |
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5978 |
6544 |
Brethren |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical Fiction |
Set in the days of the Crusaders, this books tells of a young maiden named Rosamund, and her twin cousins. Godwin is the grey eyed thoughtful man, and Wulf is the blue eyed warrior. They are both knights of England and they are both in love with their fair cousin. But the riddle of the story is which does Rosamund love?<br><br>The adventure begins when Rosamund is taken from England and carried to the East. The plot thickens as the two young knights follow her in hopes of rescuing her from the Muslim leader, Saladin. As the Cross and the Crescent face each other at the Battle of Hattin, the story of Rosamund is unfolded and the riddle is solved.<br><br>With dangerous lions, a moon light duel on a bridge, and beautiful Arabian horses, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-brethren-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
set days crusaders books tells young maiden named rosamund twin cousins godwin grey eyed thoughtful man wulf blue eyed warrior knights england love fair cousin riddle story rosamund love br br the adventure begins rosamund taken england carried east plot thickens two young knights follow hopes rescuing muslim leader saladin cross crescent face battle hattin story rosamund unfolded riddle solved br br with dangerous lions moon light duel bridge beautiful arabian horses book keep edge seat last page summary abigail rasmussen p |
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5979 |
6545 |
Fortunes of Glencore |
Charles James Lever |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Viscount Glencore has retreated to live alone with his son in Glencore castle after his wife deserted him claiming she did not love him. He wishes to exact revenge on her by denouncing the marriage and therefore proclaiming his son to be illegitimate. This consequently robs the child of his birthright and upon his father telling him his intentions, the boy runs away and refuses to return home. Glencore asks his old friend Upton to become the boys guardian to which he agrees after much protestation against it. The boy and his companion Billy move abroad to pursue their schooling and try to live a life of anonymity but all does not go according to plan. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortunes-of-glencore-by-charles-james-lever/ |
viscount glencore retreated live alone son glencore castle wife deserted claiming love him wishes exact revenge denouncing marriage therefore proclaiming son illegitimate consequently robs child birthright upon father telling intentions boy runs away refuses return home glencore asks old friend upton become boys guardian agrees much protestation it boy companion billy move abroad pursue schooling try live life anonymity go according plan summary michele eaton p |
| 6036 |
5980 |
6546 |
Our Own Set |
Ossip Schubin |
General Fiction, Romance |
The Austrian nobility in Rome forms a very close circle, into which only those of high rank and wealth are admitted. They managed to get along with Cecil Sterzl, who, although not one of their own, is regarded as quite an amiable man. However, when he brings his younger sister Zinka into that circle, she is received very coldly at first, if at all. And when, with her fresh and unaffected manners, she wins one heart after another, especially that of the handsome Count Sempaly, she also excites jealousy and contempt in many members of that "set". They are not willing to give up the old notions of social rank and status without a fight... </p>\n\nOssip Schubin [Aloisia Kirschner] is a now half-forgotten Austrian novelist of Bohemian descent, who has herself spent several years of her youth in Rome.</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/our-own-set-by-ossip-schubin/ |
austrian nobility rome forms close circle high rank wealth admitted managed get along cecil sterzl who although one own regarded quite amiable man however brings younger sister zinka circle received coldly first all when fresh unaffected manners wins one heart another especially handsome count sempaly also excites jealousy contempt many members set willing give old notions social rank status without fight p ossip schubin aloisia kirschner half forgotten austrian novelist bohemian descent spent several years youth rome p |
| 6037 |
5981 |
6547 |
12 Creepy Tales |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of 12 creepy stories by that master of creepiness, Poe. The Black Cat; The Fall of the House of Usher, The Raven; The Tell Tale Heart, The Masque of the Red Death, the Premature Burial and six others that are a shuddering delight to read and listen to. Turn off the lights, settle down and hear these stories read to you as only LibriVox readers can perform them. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/12-creepy-tales-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
collection 12 creepy stories master creepiness poe black cat fall house usher raven tell tale heart masque red death premature burial six others shuddering delight read listen to turn lights settle hear stories read librivox readers perform them summary phil chenevert p |
| 6038 |
5984 |
6550 |
Shakespearean Dialogues Collection 001 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is a collection of scenes from Shakespeare's plays, mainly comprising dialogues between two characters. The theme for this collection is "Wooing, Wedding, and Repenting" (inspired by a line from Much Ado About Nothing). (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<ul><li> <i>The Taming of the Shrew, Act 2 Scene 1</i> read by: Algy Pug, Verity Kendall \n<li> <i> Richard III, Act 1 Scene 3</i> read by: Winston Tharp, Elizabeth Barr\n<li> <i> A Midsummer Night's Dream, Act 2 Scene 1</i> read by: Martin Geeson, Grace Garrett \n<li> <i> Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 Scene 2</i> read by: Charlotte Duckett, Verity Kendall \n<li> <i> Much Ado About Nothing, Act 4 Scene 1</i> read by: Arielle Lipshaw, Valerie Tan\n<li> <i> Henry V, Act 5 Scene 2</i> read by: Tiffany Halla Colonna, Winston Tharp, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i> As You Like It, Act 3 Scene 2</i> read by: Arielle Lipshaw, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i> Hamlet, Act 3 Scene 1</i> read by: Martin Geeson, Grace Garrett \n<li> <i> Twelfth Night, Act 1 Scene 5</i> read by: Elizabeth Barr, Grace Garrett \n<li> <i> Measure For Measure, Act 2 Scene 4</i> read by: Algy Pug, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i> All's Well That Ends Well, Act 4 Scene 2</i> read by: Martin Geeson, Elizabeth Barr \n<li> <i> Antony and Cleopatra, Act 1 Scene 3</i> read by: Amanda Friday, Algy Pug \n<li> <i> Cymbeline, Act 1 Scene 6</i> read by: David Richardson, Carol Box \n<li> <i> The Winter's Tale, Act 4 Scene 4</i> read by: Amanda Friday, Martin Geeson \n<li> <i> The Tempest, Act 3 Scene 1</i> read by: Algy Pug, Arielle Lipshaw, Elizabeth Klett \n</ul></p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/shakespearean-dialogues-collection-001-by-wiliam-shakespeare/ |
collection scenes shakespeare s plays mainly comprising dialogues two characters theme collection wooing wedding repenting inspired line much ado nothing summary elizabeth klett br br ul li i the taming shrew act 2 scene 1 i read by algy pug verity kendall li i richard iii act 1 scene 3 i read by winston tharp elizabeth barr li i midsummer night s dream act 2 scene 1 i read by martin geeson grace garrett li i romeo juliet act 2 scene 2 i read by charlotte duckett verity kendall li i much ado nothing act 4 scene 1 i read by arielle lipshaw valerie tan li i henry v act 5 scene 2 i read by tiffany halla colonna winston tharp elizabeth klett li i like it act 3 scene 2 i read by arielle lipshaw elizabeth klett li i hamlet act 3 scene 1 i read by martin geeson grace garrett li i twelfth night act 1 scene 5 i read by elizabeth barr grace garrett li i measure measure act 2 scene 4 i read by algy pug elizabeth klett li i all s well ends well act 4 scene 2 i read by martin geeson elizabeth barr li i antony cleopatra act 1 scene 3 i read by amanda friday algy pug li i cymbeline act 1 scene 6 i read by david richardson carol box li i winter s tale act 4 scene 4 i read by amanda friday martin geeson li i tempest act 3 scene 1 i read by algy pug arielle lipshaw elizabeth klett ul p |
| 6039 |
5985 |
6551 |
True Stories for First Communicants |
A Sister of Notre Dame |
Religion |
A charming collection of 12 true, simple stories of real life little boys and girls, written for little ones preparing for their First Holy Communion. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/true-stories-for-first-communicants-by-a-sister-of-notre-dame/ |
charming collection 12 true simple stories real life little boys girls written little ones preparing first holy communion summary maria therese p |
| 6040 |
5986 |
6552 |
Miss Frances Baird, detective |
Reginald Wright Kauffman |
Detective Fiction |
<p>Frances Baird is a detective with the Watkins Agency of New York City. She and a colleague are sent undercover to "The Maples" to guard a valuable set of diamonds during the festivities leading up to the marriage of Mr. Deneen's eldest son, James Jr. Within a few hours of their arrival, however, this seemingly simple task turns into something much more sinister, and it is ultimately left to Frances to unravel the truth of the matter. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/miss-frances-baird-detective-by-reginald-wright-kauffman/ |
p frances baird detective watkins agency new york city colleague sent undercover the maples guard valuable set diamonds festivities leading marriage mr deneen s eldest son james jr within hours arrival however seemingly simple task turns something much sinister ultimately left frances unravel truth matter summary j m smallheer p |
| 6041 |
5987 |
6553 |
ごん狐 (Gon gitsune) |
Nankichi Niimi |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
「ごん狐」は、新美南吉(1913-1943)が18歳の時に「赤い鳥」に発表しました。\n度々、小学校の国語教科書に採用され、多くの日本人が知る童話です。\n一人ぼっちの「ごん」は、やはり、一人ぼっちになった「兵十」との交流を願います。\nしかし、「ごん」の期待に反して、悲劇的な結末を迎えます。<br/><br/>\nGon, the Little Fox (in Japanese: ごんぎつね: Gongitsune) is a famous Japanese children's story about the life of a little fox called Gon. The story is considered the masterpiece of Niimi Nankichi, also sometimes known as the Hans Christian Andersen of Japan. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Japanese |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/gongitsune-by-nankichi-niimi/ |
ごん狐 は 新美南吉 1913 1943 が18歳の時に 赤い鳥 に発表しました 度々 小学校の国語教科書に採用され 多くの日本人が知る童話です 一人ぼっちの ごん は やはり 一人ぼっちになった 兵十 との交流を願います しかし ごん の期待に反して 悲劇的な結末を迎えます br br gon little fox in japanese ごんぎつね gongitsune famous japanese children s story life little fox called gon story considered masterpiece niimi nankichi also sometimes known hans christian andersen japan summary wikipedia p |
| 6042 |
5988 |
6554 |
Doncel de Don Enrique el Doliente |
Mariano José de Larra |
General Fiction, Romance |
<br />Novela romántica, cuya trama caballeresca se sitúa en el siglo XV, durante el reinado de Enrique III de Castilla, conocido como «el doliente» por sus constantes enfermedades. Macías, un trovador, se enamora de Elvira, dama de alta alcurnia castellana que ha casado con Fernán Pérez de Vadillo, hidalgo y prominente miembro de la corte de Enrique III. Enrique de Villena, tío del rey, desea deshacerse de su esposa María Albornoz para convertirse en maestre de la Orden de Calatrava. Elvira, camarera de doña María, pretende frustrar las intrigas de Villena y Macías pretende recuperarla e impedir que Enrique de Villena la sacrifique para ser maestre de Santiago, formando un laberinto de lances, disfraces, duelos y peripecias. (Introducción elaborada a partir de Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
Spanish |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/el-doncel-de-don-enrique-el-doliente-by-mariano-jose-de-larra/ |
br novela romántica cuya trama caballeresca se sitúa en el siglo xv durante el reinado de enrique iii de castilla conocido como el doliente por sus constantes enfermedades macías un trovador se enamora de elvira dama de alta alcurnia castellana que ha casado con fernán pérez de vadillo hidalgo prominente miembro de la corte de enrique iii enrique de villena tío del rey desea deshacerse de su esposa maría albornoz para convertirse en maestre de la orden de calatrava elvira camarera de doña maría pretende frustrar las intrigas de villena macías pretende recuperarla e impedir que enrique de villena la sacrifique para ser maestre de santiago formando un laberinto de lances disfraces duelos peripecias introducción elaborada partir de wikipedia br br |
| 6043 |
5989 |
6555 |
Thief in the Night |
E. W. Hornung |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Gentleman thief A.J. Raffles burgles his way through a series of homes in late Victorian England. A Thief in the Night is a short story collection and Hornung's third book in the Raffles series. (Summary by Cathy Barratt) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-thief-in-the-night-version-2-by-e-w-hornung/ |
gentleman thief a j raffles burgles way series homes late victorian england thief night short story collection hornung s third book raffles series summary cathy barratt p |
| 6044 |
6154 |
6726 |
Alphabet of History |
Wilbur D. Nesbit |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, History |
An alphabet of historical characters presented in poetical form! In their original form, the contents of this\nbook appeared in the Chicago Sunday Tribune, which newspaper is hereby thanked for the privilege of reproducing this Alphabet\n(Summary from the Acknowledgment and Ann Boulais) <br><br> \n\nWho frets about the mystery<br>\nEnshrouding all of history<br>\nOn reading this will, maybe, see<br>\nWe've made it plain as A, B, C.<br> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/an-alphabet-of-history-by-wilbur-d-nesbit/ |
alphabet historical characters presented poetical form original form contents book appeared chicago sunday tribune newspaper hereby thanked privilege reproducing alphabet summary acknowledgment ann boulais br br frets mystery br enshrouding history br reading will maybe see br we ve made plain a b c br |
| 6045 |
5990 |
6556 |
Großstadt |
Dora Duncker |
Romance |
Nach dem Tod der Mutter entschließen sich die beiden Schwestern Lotte und Lena nun nach Berlin zu ziehen, um dort ihren Weg zu machen. Aus überschaubareren Verhältnissen kommend, stellt der Wechsel in die Großstadt sie vor einige Herausforderungen, sowohl unerwartete wie erwartete. Werden sie es schaffen sich trotz aller Schwierigkeiten zu behaupten oder werden sie letztendlich doch den Gefahren zum Opfer fallen vor denen im Vorfeld schon ein besorgter Familienfreund gewarnt hatte? (Zusammenfassung von Jessi)</p> |
German |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/grosstadt-by-dora-dunker/ |
nach dem tod der mutter entschließen sich die beiden schwestern lotte und lena nun nach berlin zu ziehen um dort ihren weg zu machen aus überschaubareren verhältnissen kommend stellt der wechsel die großstadt sie vor einige herausforderungen sowohl unerwartete wie erwartete werden sie es schaffen sich trotz aller schwierigkeiten zu behaupten oder werden sie letztendlich doch den gefahren zum opfer fallen vor denen im vorfeld schon ein besorgter familienfreund gewarnt hatte zusammenfassung von jessi p |
| 6046 |
5991 |
6557 |
Hound of the Baskervilles (version 5 dramatic reading) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Dramatic Readings, Detective Fiction |
The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of four crime novels by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound. (summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Dr. Watson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br>Sherlock Holmes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Dr. Mortimer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Sir Henry Baskerville: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Barrymore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Cartwright: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Stapleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Beryl Stapleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Laura Lyons: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Inspector Lestrade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Wilson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Clerk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>Cabman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Perkins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Postmaster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>James: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Mrs. Barrymore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Frankland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-dramatic-reading-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
hound baskervilles third four crime novels sir arthur conan doyle featuring detective sherlock holmes originally serialised strand magazine august 1901 april 1902 set largely dartmoor devon england s west country tells story attempted murder inspired legend fearsome diabolical hound summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br dr watson a href http librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a br sherlock holmes a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br dr mortimer a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br sir henry baskerville a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br barrymore a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br cartwright a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br stapleton a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br beryl stapleton a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br laura lyons a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br inspector lestrade a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br wilson a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br clerk a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br waiter a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br cabman a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br perkins a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br postmaster a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br james a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br mrs barrymore a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br frankland a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br audio edited arielle lipshaw p |
| 6047 |
5992 |
6558 |
Misplaced Battleship |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
"It might seem a little careless to lose track of something as big as a battleship ... but interstellar space is on a different scale of magnitude. But a misplaced battleship—in the wrong hands!—can be most dangerous." The world class con man and thief known as the Stainless Steel Rat (diGriz) has another very big problem to solve and this science fiction novella by the great Harry Harrison will see if he can solve it and perhaps four or five more like it before this fascinating and funny tale is finished. 'Use a thief to catch a thief' sounds great but it sometimes has unexpected results. (Summary from the book and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-misplaced-battleship-by-harry-harrison/ |
it might seem little careless lose track something big battleship interstellar space different scale magnitude misplaced battleship in wrong hands can dangerous world class con man thief known stainless steel rat digriz another big problem solve science fiction novella great harry harrison see solve perhaps four five like fascinating funny tale finished use thief catch thief sounds great sometimes unexpected results summary book phil chenevert p |
| 6048 |
5993 |
6559 |
Albert Gate Mystery |
Louis Tracy |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A new case for barrister and hobby detective Reginald Brett: The imperial diamonds were sent by the Sultan to London, to be cut in Albert Gate mansion by experts, all the while under the especial protection of the British government. One morning, however, the Turkish officials are found dead in the house, and the diamonds have vanished - despite the strict measures taken to protect them. The first suspicion falls on Jack Talbot, a young secretary at the Foreign Office, in whose charge this mission was, because he also disappeared without a trace on the same evening. Convinced that Talbot is innocent, his friend Lord Fairholme turns to Reginald Brett for help... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-albert-gate-mystery-by-louis-tracy/ |
new case barrister hobby detective reginald brett imperial diamonds sent sultan london cut albert gate mansion experts especial protection british government one morning however turkish officials found dead house diamonds vanished despite strict measures taken protect them first suspicion falls jack talbot young secretary foreign office whose charge mission was also disappeared without trace evening convinced talbot innocent friend lord fairholme turns reginald brett help summary carolin p |
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5994 |
6560 |
Tess of the d'Urbervilles (version 2) |
Thomas Hardy |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Tess of the d'Urbervilles subtitled, "A Pure Woman," is the story of a young working woman named Tess Durbeyfield who is sent by her father to visit wealthy relatives. Her encounter with Alec d'Urberville changes her life forever, and brings about a doom that no one could have foreseen. (Summary by Alisson Veldhuis)<br/><br/>Files edited by TriciaG & Cody Russell <br/><br/> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tess-of-the-durbervilles-version-2-by-thomas-hardy/ |
tess d urbervilles subtitled a pure woman story young working woman named tess durbeyfield sent father visit wealthy relatives encounter alec d urberville changes life forever brings doom one could foreseen summary alisson veldhuis br br files edited triciag cody russell br br |
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5995 |
6561 |
Prince (Version 3) |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Philosophy, Political Science |
The Prince (Italian: Il Principe) is a political treatise by the Italian diplomat, historian and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli. From correspondence a version appears to have been distributed in 1513, using a Latin title, De Principatibus (About Principalities). But the printed version was not published until 1532, five years after Machiavelli's death. This was done with the permission of the Medici pope Clement VII, but "long before then, in fact since the first appearance of the Prince in manuscript, controversy had swirled about his writings". <br/><br/>Although it was written as if it were a traditional work in the Mirror of Princes style, it is generally agreed that it was especially innovative. This is only partly because it was written in the Vernacular (Italian) rather than Latin, a practice which had become increasingly popular since the publication of Dante's Divine Comedy and other works of Renaissance literature. <br/><br/>The Prince is sometimes claimed to be one of the first works of modern philosophy, especially modern political philosophy, in which the effective truth is taken to be more important than any abstract ideal. It was also in direct conflict with the dominant Catholic and scholastic doctrines of the time concerning how to consider politics and ethics.<br/><br/>Although it is relatively short, the treatise is the most remembered of his works and the one most responsible for bringing the word "Machiavellian" into wide usage as a pejorative term. It also helped make "Old Nick" an English term for the devil, and even contributed to the modern negative connotations of the words "politics" and "politician" in western countries. In terms of subject matter it overlaps with the much longer Discourses on Livy, which was written a few years later. In its use of near contemporary Italians as examples of people who perpetrated criminal deeds for politics, another lesser-known work by Machiavelli which The Prince has been compared to is the Life of Castruccio Castracani. <br/><br/>The descriptions within The Prince has the general theme of accepting the aims of princes; such as glory, and indeed survival, can justify the use of immoral means to achieve those ends. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1532 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-by-niccolo-machiavelli-3/ |
prince italian il principe political treatise italian diplomat historian political theorist niccolò machiavelli correspondence version appears distributed 1513 using latin title de principatibus about principalities printed version published 1532 five years machiavelli s death done permission medici pope clement vii long then fact since first appearance prince manuscript controversy swirled writings br br although written traditional work mirror princes style generally agreed especially innovative partly written vernacular italian rather latin practice become increasingly popular since publication dante s divine comedy works renaissance literature br br the prince sometimes claimed one first works modern philosophy especially modern political philosophy effective truth taken important abstract ideal also direct conflict dominant catholic scholastic doctrines time concerning consider politics ethics br br although relatively short treatise remembered works one responsible bringing word machiavellian wide usage pejorative term also helped make old nick english term devil even contributed modern negative connotations words politics politician western countries terms subject matter overlaps much longer discourses livy written years later use near contemporary italians examples people perpetrated criminal deeds politics another lesser known work machiavelli prince compared life castruccio castracani br br the descriptions within prince general theme accepting aims princes glory indeed survival justify use immoral means achieve ends summary wikipedia p |
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5998 |
6564 |
Favor of Kings |
Mary Hastings Bradley |
Historical Fiction |
"Never have bright romance and black scandal been more attached to the name of lovely woman," writes a quaint and susceptible chronicler, " than to that of fair Anne Boleyn." Certainly no girl ever flashed so meteor-like above the satellites of an English court, and no woman ever went to her doom under more awful accusations. Since fiction could not be half so amazing as the facts of Anne Boleyn's story, I have kept this novel of her fortunes true to those facts, and have gone, for their knowledge, not only to the histories written of this period, but in many cases to the sources of those histories. My endeavor has been to reveal the actual characters and the actual situations, and to use as much of the real incident and dialogue as possible." (Summary from the Foreword)) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-favor-of-kings-by-mary-hastings-bradley/ |
never bright romance black scandal attached name lovely woman writes quaint susceptible chronicler fair anne boleyn certainly girl ever flashed meteor like satellites english court woman ever went doom awful accusations since fiction could half amazing facts anne boleyn s story kept novel fortunes true facts gone knowledge histories written period many cases sources histories endeavor reveal actual characters actual situations use much real incident dialogue possible summary foreword |
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5999 |
6565 |
Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80, Part 1 |
Archibald Forbes |
*Non-fiction, History |
The First Anglo–Afghan War was fought between British India and Afghanistan from 1839 to 1842. It was one of the first major conflicts during the Great Game, the 19th century competition for power and influence in Central Asia between the United Kingdom and Russia, and also marked one of the worst setbacks inflicted on British power in the region after the consolidation of British Raj by the East India Company. (Summary by Phil) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-afghan-wars-1839-42-and-1878-80-part-1-by-archibald-forbes/ |
first anglo afghan war fought british india afghanistan 1839 1842 one first major conflicts great game 19th century competition power influence central asia united kingdom russia also marked one worst setbacks inflicted british power region consolidation british raj east india company summary phil |
| 6053 |
6000 |
6566 |
Youth's Spring-Tribute |
Dante Gabriel Rossetti |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Youth's Spring-Tribute by Dante Gabriel Rossetti. This was the Weekly Poetry Poetry project for April 15, 2012.<br><br>Dante Gabriel Rossetti was an English poet, illustrator, painter and translator. His early poetry was influenced by John Keats. His later poetry was characterised by the complex interlinking of thought and feeling, especially in his sonnet sequence <i>The House of Life</i>. Poetry and image are closely entwined in Rossetti's work. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/youths-spring-tribute-by-dante-gabriel-rossetti/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings youth s spring tribute dante gabriel rossetti weekly poetry poetry project april 15 2012 br br dante gabriel rossetti english poet illustrator painter translator early poetry influenced john keats later poetry characterised complex interlinking thought feeling especially sonnet sequence i the house life i poetry image closely entwined rossetti s work summary wikipedia p |
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6001 |
6568 |
Stolen White Elephant (Version 2) |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
"The Stolen White Elephant" was written by Mark Twain and published in 1882. In it, an Indian elephant, en route from India to Britain as a gift to the Queen, disappears in New Jersey. The local police department goes into high gear to solve the mystery but it all comes to a tragic end. (PLUS more TBD) (Summary by Wikipedia & John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-stolen-white-elephant-version-2-by-mark-twain/ |
the stolen white elephant written mark twain published 1882 it indian elephant en route india britain gift queen disappears new jersey local police department goes high gear solve mystery comes tragic end plus tbd summary wikipedia john greenman p |
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6002 |
6569 |
Your Invisible Power |
Genevieve Behrend |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
Genevieve Behrend was a teacher of Mental Science, a New Thought discipline created by Thomas Troward (1847- 1916). Your Invisible Power, published in 1921, is her first and most famous book. It is a guide to the use of visualization and other mental processes in life enhancement and the achievement of personal goals. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/your-invisible-power-by-genevieve-behrend/ |
genevieve behrend teacher mental science new thought discipline created thomas troward 1847 1916 invisible power published 1921 first famous book guide use visualization mental processes life enhancement achievement personal goals summary algy pug p |
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6003 |
6570 |
First Communion Days |
A Sister of Notre Dame |
Religion |
A collection of 12 true stories of young children during the time leading up to their First Holy Communion. Written by a Sister of Notre Dame, this is the companion volume to "True Stories For First Communicants" (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/first-communion-days-by-a-sister-of-notre-dame/ |
collection 12 true stories young children time leading first holy communion written sister notre dame companion volume true stories first communicants summary maria therese p |
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6004 |
6571 |
Sister Simon's Murder Case |
Margaret Ann Hubbard |
Detective Fiction |
Set in the picturesque wilds of a Midwestern resort town at the height of the tourist season, Sister Simon’s Murder case begins with the murder of a terrified elderly lady, Dannie Grear. But what was she so afraid of? And who is the killer who keeps attacking anyone he thinks may know too much? <br><br> The opinionated local police ran into one obstacle after another in their attempts to find the elusive killer. But the menace was effectively removed by the independent investigation of Sister Simon, a very proper nun who had learned from her policeman father never to take anything for granted in a murder case and how to fire a gun with deadly accuracy. (Summary adapted from the original jacket by Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/sister-simons-murder-case-by-margaret-ann-hubbard/ |
set picturesque wilds midwestern resort town height tourist season sister simon s murder case begins murder terrified elderly lady dannie grear afraid of killer keeps attacking anyone thinks may know much br br opinionated local police ran one obstacle another attempts find elusive killer menace effectively removed independent investigation sister simon proper nun learned policeman father never take anything granted murder case fire gun deadly accuracy summary adapted original jacket maria therese p |
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6861 |
7450 |
Lion and the Unicorn |
Richard Harding Davis |
General Fiction, Romance |
What if figures of animals had lives of their own? If the figures of a lion and a unicorn at the shop across the street could talk, what would they say about the little things in life that they see every day on the streets of London? This short story describes the love story of Philip Caroll and Helen Cabot, as witnessed by these two figures.. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-lion-and-the-unicorn-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
figures animals lives own figures lion unicorn shop across street could talk would say little things life see every day streets london short story describes love story philip caroll helen cabot witnessed two figures summary carolin p |
| 6059 |
6005 |
6572 |
Paying Guest (version 2 dramatic reading) |
George Gissing |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Clarence and Emmeline Mumford are in for a real treat when they take in the young, outspoken Miss Louise Derrick as their guest. Shedding a light on class struggles in the Victorian era, The Paying Guest offers a look at just what "proper society" expects. (Summary by Amanda Friday)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Clarence Mumford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Emmeline Mumford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Louise Derrick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mrs. Higgins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Mr. Bilton/Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Mr. Cobb: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Dr. Billings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Mrs. Grove: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Amanda Friday<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-paying-guest-by-george-gissing-2/ |
clarence emmeline mumford real treat take young outspoken miss louise derrick guest shedding light class struggles victorian era paying guest offers look proper society expects summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br clarence mumford a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br emmeline mumford a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br louise derrick a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mrs higgins a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br mr bilton man a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br mr cobb a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br servant a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br dr billings a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br mrs grove a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br br strong audio edited by strong amanda friday p |
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6006 |
6573 |
Mga Piling Tula mula sa Buntong Hininga |
Pascual de Leon |
Poetry |
Koleksyon ng mga Piling tulang Tagalog ni Pascual de Leon (Summary by April Gonzales) </p> |
Tagalog |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/mga-piling-tula-mula-sa-buntong-hininga-by-pascual-de-leon/ |
koleksyon ng mga piling tulang tagalog ni pascual de leon summary april gonzales p |
| 6061 |
6007 |
6574 |
Women Beware Women |
Thomas Middleton |
Tragedy |
Thomas Middleton's masterful 17th century tragedy is packed with adultery, incest, intrigue, revenge, and inventive methods for murder. Leantio elopes with Bianca against her family's wishes and tries to hide her in the house he shares with his widowed mother. Yet the Duke sees Bianca at the window and is powerfully attracted to her, threatening Leantio's security. Livia, a wealthy widow, delights in intrigue, aiding the Duke to satisfy his desires with Bianca, and bringing together her brother Hippolito with her niece Isabella, despite their familial relationship. Yet even Livia is not immune to love. The final play-within-a-play in Act 5, one of the goriest and most sensational conclusions to a Jacobean tragedy, is also (like the play as a whole) laced with dark humor. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Mother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Leantio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Bianca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Guardiano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Fabritio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Livia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Hippolito: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Isabella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>The Ward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathaniel W. C. Higgins</a><br>Sordido: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>First Boy/First Lady/Hebe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Second Boy/Second Lady/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Third Boy/Gentleman/Page/Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Citizen/Servant/Hymen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Apprentice/Messenger/Ganymede: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Duke: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lord Cardinal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1657 |
https://librivox.org/women-beware-women-by-thomas-middleton/ |
thomas middleton s masterful 17th century tragedy packed adultery incest intrigue revenge inventive methods murder leantio elopes bianca family s wishes tries hide house shares widowed mother yet duke sees bianca window powerfully attracted her threatening leantio s security livia wealthy widow delights intrigue aiding duke satisfy desires bianca bringing together brother hippolito niece isabella despite familial relationship yet even livia immune love final play within a play act 5 one goriest sensational conclusions jacobean tragedy also like play whole laced dark humor summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br mother a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br leantio a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br bianca a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br guardiano a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br fabritio a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br livia a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br hippolito a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br isabella a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br the ward a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathaniel w c higgins a br sordido a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br first boy first lady hebe a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br second boy second lady narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br third boy gentleman page lord a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br citizen servant hymen a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br apprentice messenger ganymede a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br duke a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lord cardinal a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6008 |
6575 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 2 |
National Geographic Society |
Nature, Science, Travel & Geography |
<br />National Geographic Magazine Volume 1 Number 2 published in 1889. Topics of articles are:\n\n<br /><br />Africa, its Past and Future\n<br />Reports on:\n<br />Geography of the Land\n<br />Geography of the Sea\n<br />Geography of the Air\n<br />Geography of Life\n<br /><br />(Summary by Guero) <br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-01-no-2-by-various/ |
br national geographic magazine volume 1 number 2 published 1889 topics articles are br br africa past future br reports on br geography land br geography sea br geography air br geography life br br summary guero br br |
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6009 |
6576 |
Afloat on the Ohio |
Reuben Gold Thwaites |
Travel & Geography, Modern (19th C) |
Afloat on the Ohio, An Historical Pilgrimage, of a Thousand Miles in a Skiff, From Redstone to Cairo.<br><br>There were four of us pilgrims—my Wife, our Boy of ten and a half years, the Doctor, and I. My object in going—the others went for the outing—was to gather "local color" for work in Western history. The Ohio River was an important factor in the development of the West. I wished to know the great waterway intimately in its various phases,—to see with my own eyes what the borderers saw; in imagination, to redress the pioneer stage, and repeople it. ( From the Preface ) \n\n |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/afloat-on-the-ohio-by-reuben-gold-thwaites/ |
afloat ohio historical pilgrimage thousand miles skiff redstone cairo br br there four us pilgrims my wife boy ten half years doctor i object going the others went outing was gather local color work western history ohio river important factor development west wished know great waterway intimately various phases to see eyes borderers saw imagination redress pioneer stage repeople it preface |
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6010 |
6577 |
K-Factor |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
The human race has reached the stars, colonized many planets and done amazing things in all areas of scientific progress. But humans are still humans and remain both honorable and not so honorable; some with high ideals and others with very low ones indeed. So why hasn't war occurred in several centuries among the hundreds of planets? Has man really changed? Not on your life it hasn't! Read how science has given man peace but at what cost? </p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-k-factor-by-harry-harrison/ |
human race reached stars colonized many planets done amazing things areas scientific progress humans still humans remain honorable honorable high ideals others low ones indeed war occurred several centuries among hundreds planets man really changed life hasn t read science given man peace cost p |
| 6065 |
6011 |
6578 |
Marrow of Tradition |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
In <i>The Marrow of Tradition</i>, Charles W. Chesnutt--using the 1898 Wilmington, North Carolina massacre as a backdrop--probes and exposes the raw nerves and internal machinery of racism in the post-Reconstruction-era South; explores how miscegenation, caste, gender and the idea of white supremacy informed Jim Crow laws; and unflinchingly revisits the most brutal of terror tactics, mob lynchings. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-marrow-of-tradition-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
i the marrow tradition i charles w chesnutt using 1898 wilmington north carolina massacre backdrop probes exposes raw nerves internal machinery racism post reconstruction era south explores miscegenation caste gender idea white supremacy informed jim crow laws unflinchingly revisits brutal terror tactics mob lynchings introduction james k white p |
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12436 |
13146 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - December |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of December. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-december-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month december summary carolin |
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6012 |
6579 |
赤いろうそくと人魚 (Akai Rosoku to Ningyo) |
Mimei Ogawa |
Children's Fiction |
Red Candles and a Mermaid, the masterpiece of OGAWA Mimei (1882-1961) appeared on The Newspaper Tokyo-Asahi in 1921. A mermaid was raised by an elderly couple. She painted on candles and made their business prosper. But the couple became greedy and sold their daughter to a circus. (Summary by Uchida Masatomo)<br/>\n<br/>\n小川未明(1882-1961)の代表作、「赤いろうそくと人魚」は1921年に東京朝日新聞に 掲載されました。老夫婦に育てられた女の子の人魚は、ろうそくに絵を描いて、商売を 繁盛させました。しかし、金に心を奪われた老夫婦は、娘を香具師に売り渡してしまいます。<br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/akai-rosoku-to-ningyo-by-mimei-ogawa/ |
red candles mermaid masterpiece ogawa mimei 1882 1961 appeared newspaper tokyo asahi 1921 mermaid raised elderly couple painted candles made business prosper couple became greedy sold daughter circus summary uchida masatomo br br 小川未明 1882 1961 の代表作 赤いろうそくと人魚 は1921年に東京朝日新聞に 掲載されました 老夫婦に育てられた女の子の人魚は ろうそくに絵を描いて 商売を 繁盛させました しかし 金に心を奪われた老夫婦は 娘を香具師に売り渡してしまいます br br |
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6013 |
6580 |
Great White Queen |
William Le Queux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
How to describe this book? In a word – savage. For those regular Librivox Le Queux mystery listeners, this book is a step in a different direction by the author. The book starts out like most Le Queux. Our hero, Richard Scarsmere, befriends an individual (Omar) at an English boarding school who turns out to be an African prince from a kingdom called Mo. Omar receives a visit from one of his mother’s trusted advisers. His mother, the Great White Queen, seeks him to return home immediately. Omar convinces Scarsmere to return to Africa with him since there is little opportunity awaiting him in London. What follows is a tale of deceit, treachery, barbarity, and mystery. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-white-queen-by-william-le-queux/ |
describe book word savage regular librivox le queux mystery listeners book step different direction author book starts like le queux hero richard scarsmere befriends individual omar english boarding school turns african prince kingdom called mo omar receives visit one mother s trusted advisers mother great white queen seeks return home immediately omar convinces scarsmere return africa since little opportunity awaiting london follows tale deceit treachery barbarity mystery summary tom weiss p |
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6014 |
6581 |
Mysterious Stranger and Other Stories (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Published 1900 onward |
The Mysterious Stranger-A Romance- is the final novel attempted by Mark Twain. It was worked on periodically from roughly 1890 up until 1910. The body of work is a serious social commentary by Twain addressing his ideas of the Moral Sense and the "damned human race". (Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-stranger-by-mark-twain/ |
mysterious stranger a romance final novel attempted mark twain worked periodically roughly 1890 1910 body work serious social commentary twain addressing ideas moral sense damned human race wikipedia john greenman p |
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6015 |
6582 |
Dragon Of Wantley (version 2) |
Owen Wister |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A novel, The Dragon of Wantley, was written by Owen Wister (best known as the author of The Virginian) in 1892. Published by Lipincott Press, the story is a comic "burlesque" (in the author's words), concerning the "true" story of the Dragon. It is a romantic story set at Christmastime in the early 13th century. The book was a surprise success, going through four editions over the next ten years. This is the 1895 edition. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-dragon-of-wantley-version-2-by-owen-wister/ |
novel dragon wantley written owen wister best known author virginian 1892 published lipincott press story comic burlesque in author s words concerning true story dragon romantic story set christmastime early 13th century book surprise success going four editions next ten years 1895 edition summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6016 |
6583 |
Unang Sugilanon gikan sa Librong 'Larawan': Si Amboy, ang Palahubog |
Vicente Rama |
General Fiction |
Sugilanon nga gisuwat ni Senador Vicente Rama bahin kang Amboy nga palahubog, ug ang iyang pamahala nga kinabuhi tungod sa iyang pagkapalahubog. Kini ay una nga istorya sa daghan nga nahabutang na istorya sa librong 'Larawan'. (Summary by April Gonzales) </p> |
Bisaya/Cebuano |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/unang-sugilanon-gikan-sa-librong-by-vicente-rama/ |
sugilanon nga gisuwat ni senador vicente rama bahin kang amboy nga palahubog ug ang iyang pamahala nga kinabuhi tungod sa iyang pagkapalahubog kini ay una nga istorya sa daghan nga nahabutang na istorya sa librong larawan summary april gonzales p |
| 6072 |
6017 |
6584 |
Middlemarch (version 2) |
George Eliot |
General Fiction |
Middlemarch: A Study of Provincial Life is a novel by George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Anne Evans, later Marian Evans. It is her seventh novel, begun in 1869 and then put aside during the final illness of Thornton Lewes, the son of her companion George Henry Lewes. During the following year Eliot resumed work, fusing together several stories into a coherent whole, and during 1871–72 the novel appeared in serial form. The first one-volume edition was published in 1874, and attracted large sales. Subtitled "A Study of Provincial Life," the novel is set in the fictitious Midlands town of Middlemarch during the period 1830–32. It has multiple plots with a large cast of characters, and in addition to its distinct though interlocking narratives it pursues a number of underlying themes, including the status of women, the nature of marriage, idealism and self-interest, religion and hypocrisy, political reform, and education. The pace is leisurely, the tone is mildly didactic (with an authorial voice that occasionally bursts through the narrative), and the canvas is very broad. (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/middlemarch-version-2-by-george-eliot/ |
middlemarch study provincial life novel george eliot pen name mary anne evans later marian evans seventh novel begun 1869 put aside final illness thornton lewes son companion george henry lewes following year eliot resumed work fusing together several stories coherent whole 1871 72 novel appeared serial form first one volume edition published 1874 attracted large sales subtitled a study provincial life novel set fictitious midlands town middlemarch period 1830 32 multiple plots large cast characters addition distinct though interlocking narratives pursues number underlying themes including status women nature marriage idealism self interest religion hypocrisy political reform education pace leisurely tone mildly didactic with authorial voice occasionally bursts narrative canvas broad summary wikipedia p |
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6018 |
6585 |
Children of the Ghetto |
Israel Zangwill |
Historical Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
<p>In this 1892 novel of London's Jewish East End, Israel Zangwill sets the apparently irrational and decidedly indecorous religious practices of transplanted eastern European Jews against the forces of assimilation. Zangwill's knowledge of Yiddishkeit and skill in melodrama created a series of unforgettable vignettes that had a significant effect on the public perception of this much stigmatized immigrant group.<br><br>\nIsrael Zangwill (1864-1926) was born in London of Russian and Polish parents. He coined the term cultural "melting pot". (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/children-of-the-ghetto-by-israel-zangwill/ |
p in 1892 novel london s jewish east end israel zangwill sets apparently irrational decidedly indecorous religious practices transplanted eastern european jews forces assimilation zangwill s knowledge yiddishkeit skill melodrama created series unforgettable vignettes significant effect public perception much stigmatized immigrant group br br israel zangwill 1864 1926 born london russian polish parents coined term cultural melting pot summary adrian praetzellis p |
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6019 |
6586 |
Gladstone Colony: An Unwritten Chapter of Australian History |
James Francis Hogan |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is an early history of the failed attempt to found the colony of North Australia at Gladstone, in what is now Central Queensland. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson) <p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-gladstone-colony-an-unwritten-chapter-of-australian-history-by-james-francis-hogan/ |
early history failed attempt found colony north australia gladstone central queensland summary timothy ferguson p |
| 6075 |
6020 |
6587 |
Tact |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Tact by Ralph Waldo Emerson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 22, 2012.<br><br>Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, lecturer, and poet, who led the Transcendentalist movement of the mid-19th century. He was seen as a champion of individualism and a prescient critic of the countervailing pressures of society, and he disseminated his thoughts through dozens of published essays and more than 1,500 public lectures across the United States. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tact-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings tact ralph waldo emerson fortnightly poetry project april 22 2012 br br ralph waldo emerson american essayist lecturer poet led transcendentalist movement mid 19th century seen champion individualism prescient critic countervailing pressures society disseminated thoughts dozens published essays 1 500 public lectures across united states summary wikipedia p |
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6021 |
6589 |
Novelle per un anno, vol. 07: Tutt'E Tre |
Luigi Pirandello |
Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. La settima raccolta, edita nel 1924, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1897 ed il 1923. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<p></p><b>Nota:</b> Per motivi di diritti d'autore negli Stati Uniti, alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta. Gli abitanti di nazioni ove i diritti d'autore su quest'opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su Legamus.eu<br/>Questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro di aNobii.</a><p> |
Italian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-7-tutte-tre-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 la settima raccolta edita nel 1924 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1897 ed il 1923 riassunto di filippo gioachin p p b nota b per motivi di diritti d autore negli stati uniti alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta gli abitanti di nazioni ove diritti d autore su quest opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su legamus eu br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro di anobii a p |
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6022 |
6590 |
Vortex Blaster |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
Uncontrolled, terribly violent Atomic Vortices are slowly destroying civilization on every human planet throughout the galaxy. Nothing can contain or stop them despite the lensmen's best efforts until one destroys the home and family of "Storm" Cloud, brilliant atomic physicist. The tragedy triggers actions on his part that pit him one-on-one against the horrible vortices. Introducing "storm" Cloud as THE Vortex Blaster (Summary by book cover and Phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-vortex-blaster-by-e-e-smith/ |
uncontrolled terribly violent atomic vortices slowly destroying civilization every human planet throughout galaxy nothing contain stop despite lensmen s best efforts one destroys home family storm cloud brilliant atomic physicist tragedy triggers actions part pit one on one horrible vortices introducing storm cloud vortex blaster summary book cover phil chenevert p |
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6023 |
6591 |
Window on the Hill |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The Window on the Hill by Madison Julius Cawein. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 22, 2012.<br><br>Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, Kentucky, the fifth child of William and Christiana (Stelsly) Cawein. His father made patent medicines from herbs. Cawein thus became acquainted with and developed a love for local nature as a child. After graduating from high school, Cawein worked in a pool hall in Louisville as a cashier in Waddill's New-market, which also served as a gambling house. He worked there for six years, saving his pay so he could return home to write. His output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing presented Kentucky scenes in a language echoing Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats. He soon earned the nickname the "Keats of Kentucky". He was popular enough that, by 1900, he told the Louisville Courier-Journal that his income from publishing poetry in magazines amounted to about $100 a month (Summary by Wikipedia) </p>\n |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-window-on-the-hill-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings window hill madison julius cawein weekly poetry project april 22 2012 br br madison julius cawein born louisville kentucky fifth child william christiana stelsly cawein father made patent medicines herbs cawein thus became acquainted developed love local nature child graduating high school cawein worked pool hall louisville cashier waddill s new market also served gambling house worked six years saving pay could return home write output thirty six books 1 500 poems writing presented kentucky scenes language echoing percy bysshe shelley john keats soon earned nickname keats kentucky popular enough that 1900 told louisville courier journal income publishing poetry magazines amounted 100 month summary wikipedia p |
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6024 |
6592 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 046 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically “think” rather than “shoot” their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author’s imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-046-by/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
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7002 |
7597 |
Mother Nature (MacDonald) |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Mother Nature by George MacDonald. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 3, 2013.<br><br>George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet and Christian minister. \nHe inspired J. R. R. Tolkien and other authors with his fairy tales and fantasy novels. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mother-nature-by-george-macdonald/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings mother nature george macdonald weekly poetry project march 3 2013 br br george macdonald scottish author poet christian minister inspired j r r tolkien authors fairy tales fantasy novels summary david lawrence p |
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6025 |
6593 |
He Fell in Love with His Wife |
Edward P. Roe |
Romance |
James desperately needs someone to help him keep his farm going, but has failure after colossal failure finding a good housekeeper. Alida marries a man only to find out he's already married. She's so undone when she finds out that she just wants to go somewhere where no one will judge her for her misfortune, where she can work and keep herself fed and clothed. James and Alida meet and arrange for a strictly business marriage, leaving loving and honoring out of the vows. The title of the book tells the rest of the story, but the way it gets there is worth the journey. (Introduction by TriciaG)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/he-fell-in-love-with-his-wife-by-edward-p-roe/ |
james desperately needs someone help keep farm going failure colossal failure finding good housekeeper alida marries man find he s already married undone finds wants go somewhere one judge misfortune work keep fed clothed james alida meet arrange strictly business marriage leaving loving honoring vows title book tells rest story way gets worth journey introduction triciag p |
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6026 |
6594 |
Salammbô |
Gustave Flaubert |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
After completing the famous <i>Mme Bovary</i>, Flaubert put all his efforts into researching the Punic Wars and completed the lesser known <i>Salammbô</i>. In this volume, Flaubert describes in detail the Mercenary Revolt and the fight of the Mercenaries against the all-powerful Carthage, the theft of the magical Zaimph and the love and hate between the Carthaginian princess Salammbô and the fiercest leader of the Mercenaries, Matho. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/salammbo-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
completing famous i mme bovary i flaubert put efforts researching punic wars completed lesser known i salammbô i volume flaubert describes detail mercenary revolt fight mercenaries all powerful carthage theft magical zaimph love hate carthaginian princess salammbô fiercest leader mercenaries matho summary carolin p |
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6027 |
6595 |
Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science |
Thomas Troward |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Psychology |
Thomas Troward was a divisional Judge in British-administered India. His avocation was the study of comparative religion. Influences on his thinking, as well as his later writing, included the teachings of Christ, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. After his retirement from the judiciary in 1896, Troward set out to apply logic and a judicial weighing of evidence in the study of matters of cause and effect. \n\nThe philosopher William James characterized Troward’s Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science as "far and away the ablest statement of philosophy I have met, beautiful in its sustained clearness of thought and style, a really classic statement." \n\nAccording to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) archivist Nell Wing, early AA members were strongly encouraged to read Thomas Troward's Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science. In the opening of the 2006 film The Secret , introductory remarks credit Troward's philosophy with inspiring the movie and its production. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-edinburgh-lectures-on-mental-science-by-thomas-troward/ |
thomas troward divisional judge british administered india avocation study comparative religion influences thinking well later writing included teachings christ islam hinduism buddhism retirement judiciary 1896 troward set apply logic judicial weighing evidence study matters cause effect philosopher william james characterized troward s edinburgh lectures mental science far away ablest statement philosophy met beautiful sustained clearness thought style really classic statement according alcoholics anonymous aa archivist nell wing early aa members strongly encouraged read thomas troward s edinburgh lectures mental science opening 2006 film secret introductory remarks credit troward s philosophy inspiring movie production summary wikipedia p |
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6028 |
6596 |
Autobiography Memories and Experiences, Volume 2 |
Moncure Daniel Conway |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Moncure Daniel Conway was an American abolitionist, Unitarian, clergyman and author. This second volume of his autobiography covers the years from the US Civil War to roughly 1904. (Summary by JoeD)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-memories-and-experiences-volume-2-by-moncure-daniel-conway/ |
moncure daniel conway american abolitionist unitarian clergyman author second volume autobiography covers years us civil war roughly 1904 summary joed p |
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6029 |
6598 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1B |
David Hume |
*Non-fiction, History |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off. \n\nThis is Volume 1B which covers the reigns of Henry III to Richard III. (Summary by Richard Carpenter)</p> |
English |
1754 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1b-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off volume 1b covers reigns henry iii richard iii summary richard carpenter p |
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6036 |
6605 |
Legends of Genesis |
Hermann Gunkel |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
<i>The Legends of Genesis</i> is the English translation of the introduction to Gunkel’s massive commentary, <i>Genesis</i>. Gunkel uses form critical analysis on the text of Genesis to determine the various genres of the biblical legends and their significance to the authors. Gunkel also uses form criticism to uncover buried clues as to the constituent sources of the text. Gunkel offers his hypothesis to explain how the various sources came to be combined and redacted, and how the text later came to be attributed to Moses. (Summary by JoeD) <p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-of-genesis-by-hermann-gunkel/ |
i the legends genesis i english translation introduction gunkel s massive commentary i genesis i gunkel uses form critical analysis text genesis determine various genres biblical legends significance authors gunkel also uses form criticism uncover buried clues constituent sources text gunkel offers hypothesis explain various sources came combined redacted text later came attributed moses summary joed p |
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6030 |
6599 |
Kinder- und Hausmärchen (1812/15) Teil 1 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Anlässlich des 200. Jubiläums der Kinder- und Hausmärchen präsentiert LibriVox eine Auswahl aus der ersten Auflage der Kinder- und Hausmärchen von 1812/15.\nDie erste Auflage der berühmten Märchensammlung unterscheidet sich in einigen Punkten von den bekannteren späteren Auflagen. Sie enthält Geschichten, die in den späteren Auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden, um dem Geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen Publikums entgegenzukommen. So wird Rapunzel hier noch schwanger und Hänsel und Gretel werden von ihrer Mutter im Wald verlassen, nicht von der Stiefmutter. Auch sind viele Märchen mit hugenottischem Hintergrund enthalten, z.B. Der gestiefelte Kater, der auf Charles Perrault zurückgeht und in späteren Auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist.<br><br>\nDie durch die Brüder Grimm kommentierten Erstausgabe ist Teil des Weltdokumentenerbes der UNESCO. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/kinder-und-hausmarchen-181215-teil-1-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
anlässlich des 200 jubiläums der kinder und hausmärchen präsentiert librivox eine auswahl aus der ersten auflage der kinder und hausmärchen von 1812 15 die erste auflage der berühmten märchensammlung unterscheidet sich einigen punkten von den bekannteren späteren auflagen sie enthält geschichten die den späteren auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden um dem geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen publikums entgegenzukommen wird rapunzel hier noch schwanger und hänsel und gretel werden von ihrer mutter im wald verlassen nicht von der stiefmutter auch sind viele märchen mit hugenottischem hintergrund enthalten z b der gestiefelte kater der auf charles perrault zurückgeht und späteren auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist br br die durch die brüder grimm kommentierten erstausgabe ist teil des weltdokumentenerbes der unesco zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6031 |
6600 |
Human Machine |
Arnold Bennett |
Philosophy, Psychology, Self-Help |
<br />Bennett asks us to consider our brains as the most wonderful machine, a machine which is the only thing in this world that we can control. As he writes: "I am simply bent on calling your attention to a fact which has perhaps wholly or partially escaped you -- namely, that you are the most fascinating bit of machinery that ever was."<br /><br />As ever, his prose is honeyed, his thoughts inspired, and his advice as relevant today as when it was written.<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-human-machine-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br bennett asks us consider brains wonderful machine machine thing world control writes i simply bent calling attention fact perhaps wholly partially escaped namely fascinating bit machinery ever was br br as ever prose honeyed thoughts inspired advice relevant today written br br |
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6032 |
6601 |
Untroubled Mind |
Herbert J. Hall |
Religion, Self-Help |
A very wise physician has said that “every illness has two parts—what it is, and what the patient thinks about it.” What the patient thinks about it is often more important and more troublesome than the real disease. What the patient thinks of life, what life means to him is also of great importance and may be the bar that shuts out all real health and happiness. The following pages are devoted to certain ideals of life which I would like to give to my patients, the long-time patients who have especially fallen to my lot. (Summary by Herbert J Hall - from the Preface) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-untroubled-mind-by-herbert-j-hall/ |
wise physician said every illness two parts what is patient thinks it patient thinks often important troublesome real disease patient thinks life life means also great importance may bar shuts real health happiness following pages devoted certain ideals life would like give patients long time patients especially fallen lot summary herbert j hall preface p |
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6033 |
6602 |
Eugene Onéguine |
Alexander Pushkin |
General Fiction, Poetry, Romance |
Eugene Oneguine is a classic of Russian literature, and its eponymous protagonist has served as the model for a number of Russian literary heroes (so-called superfluous men). It was published in serial form between 1825 and 1832. The first complete edition was published in 1833, and the currently accepted version is based on the 1837 publication.<br><br>\n\nAlmost the entire work is made up of 389 stanzas of iambic tetrameter with the unusual rhyme scheme "AbAbCCddEffEgg", where the uppercase letters represent feminine rhymes while the lowercase letters represent masculine rhymes. This form has come to be known as the "Onegin stanza" or the "Pushkin sonnet." The rhythm, innovative rhyme scheme, the natural tone and diction, and the economical transparency of presentation all demonstrate the virtuosity which has been instrumental in proclaiming Pushkin as the undisputed master of Russian poetry.<br><br>\n\nThe story is told by a narrator (a lightly fictionalized version of Pushkin's public image), whose tone is educated, worldly, and intimate. The narrator digresses at times, usually to expand on aspects of this social and intellectual world. This allows for a development of the characters and emphasizes the drama of the plot despite its relative simplicity. The book is admired for the artfulness of its verse narrative as well as for its exploration of life, death, love, ennui, convention and passion. (Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/eugene-oneguine-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
eugene oneguine classic russian literature eponymous protagonist served model number russian literary heroes so called superfluous men published serial form 1825 1832 first complete edition published 1833 currently accepted version based 1837 publication br br almost entire work made 389 stanzas iambic tetrameter unusual rhyme scheme ababccddeffegg uppercase letters represent feminine rhymes lowercase letters represent masculine rhymes form come known onegin stanza pushkin sonnet rhythm innovative rhyme scheme natural tone diction economical transparency presentation demonstrate virtuosity instrumental proclaiming pushkin undisputed master russian poetry br br story told narrator a lightly fictionalized version pushkin s public image whose tone educated worldly intimate narrator digresses times usually expand aspects social intellectual world allows development characters emphasizes drama plot despite relative simplicity book admired artfulness verse narrative well exploration life death love ennui convention passion introduction wikipedia p |
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6034 |
6603 |
Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
War & Military Fiction |
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, by Vicente Blasco Ibañez and translated into English by Charlotte Brewster Jordan, depicts two branches of a family with its roots in the pampas of Argentina. The wealthy Argentinian, Julio Madariaga, comes from Spain and raises himself from poverty, becoming a self-made, wealthy cattleman. He is a man of extremes; an honest man with a rascally knack for taking advantage of others; a self-made man with overweening pride, prejudices, and a sharp, flinty temper that can spark into violence, he is at the same time given to great generosity toward those who are under him. This almost feudal lord has two daughters who marry expatriates, a Frenchman and a German.<p></p>Julio Madariaga leaves his stamp on these two families who, after his death, return to the native countries of his two sons in law. At that time, the mood of Europe is in many ways similar to that of the old gaucho, a mixture of generosity, explosive anger, romanticism, strong prejudices, and wounded pride, a mood composed of extremes painted on an oversized canvas. World War I is waiting in the wings and will leave its own stamp on the old gaucho's lineage, pitting them against each other on opposite sides in the violent first year that many think will last only a few months but will, in fact, result in improbable destruction and loss of lives. An old Russian visionary given to drink, looks out on red skies one day and experiences its coming in a vision: hoofbeats; and riders. --Summary by Tony Oliva and released to public domain.<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-horsemen-of-the-apocalypse-by-vincent-blasco-ibanez/ |
four horsemen apocalypse vicente blasco ibañez translated english charlotte brewster jordan depicts two branches family roots pampas argentina wealthy argentinian julio madariaga comes spain raises poverty becoming self made wealthy cattleman man extremes honest man rascally knack taking advantage others self made man overweening pride prejudices sharp flinty temper spark violence time given great generosity toward him almost feudal lord two daughters marry expatriates frenchman german p p julio madariaga leaves stamp two families who death return native countries two sons law time mood europe many ways similar old gaucho mixture generosity explosive anger romanticism strong prejudices wounded pride mood composed extremes painted oversized canvas world war waiting wings leave stamp old gaucho s lineage pitting opposite sides violent first year many think last months will fact result improbable destruction loss lives old russian visionary given drink looks red skies one day experiences coming vision hoofbeats riders summary tony oliva released public domain p |
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6035 |
6604 |
Rover Boys on the Ocean |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The hearty, all-American Rover Boys sail by yacht to Africa in search of their kidnapped father. (Summary by BellonaTimes) <p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-on-the-ocean-by-edward-stratemeyer/ |
hearty all american rover boys sail yacht africa search kidnapped father summary bellonatimes p |
| 6093 |
6054 |
6623 |
Tartuffe |
Molière |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière, was a French playwright and actor who is considered to be one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. Among Molière's best-known works is <i>Tartuffe or The Hypocrite</i>, written in 1664. Though <i>Tartuffe</i> was received well by the public and even by Louis XIV, its popularity was lessened when the Archbishop of Paris issued an edict threatening excommunication for anyone who watched, performed in, or read the play.<br /><br />Tartuffe, a pious fraud who pretends to speak with divine authority, has insinuated himself into the household of Orgon. When Orgon announces that his daughter Mariane is to marry Tartuffe instead of her fiance Valère, the rest of the family realizes the extent of Tartuffe's influence over Orgon. Tartuffe tries to seduce Orgon's wife Elmire, who traps him into revealing to Orgon his intentions toward her. Orgon throws Tartuffe out of the house, Tartuffe returns with an order of eviction for the family, and at the final moment the tables are turned and the play ends happily. (Summary by Wikipedia and Laurie Anne Walden)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/tartuffe-by-moliere/ |
jean baptiste poquelin known stage name molière french playwright actor considered one greatest masters comedy western literature among molière s best known works i tartuffe hypocrite i written 1664 though i tartuffe i received well public even louis xiv popularity lessened archbishop paris issued edict threatening excommunication anyone watched performed in read play br br tartuffe pious fraud pretends speak divine authority insinuated household orgon orgon announces daughter mariane marry tartuffe instead fiance valère rest family realizes extent tartuffe s influence orgon tartuffe tries seduce orgon s wife elmire traps revealing orgon intentions toward her orgon throws tartuffe house tartuffe returns order eviction family final moment tables turned play ends happily summary wikipedia laurie anne walden p |
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6037 |
6606 |
Road to Oz (Version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure, Fantasy Fiction |
Dorothy and Toto set out to help the Shaggy Man (who really is quite shaggy) and end up lost, following a strange road. Along the way they meet Button Bright, a little boy who is not really very bright at all, The Rainbow's Daughter, the Fox King and many other curious creatures including the deadly Scoodlers who want to make soup of them and the Musicker who can't stop making music. But the adventurers make their way to the Deadly Desert and cross it in a novel way to reach the Land of Oz. Santa Clause is a surprise guest at Ozma's Birthday Party along with many Queens, kings and and a wonderful time is had by all. Including Toto! [description by Phil Chenevert]</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-to-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
dorothy toto set help shaggy man who really quite shaggy end lost following strange road along way meet button bright little boy really bright all rainbow s daughter fox king many curious creatures including deadly scoodlers want make soup musicker can t stop making music adventurers make way deadly desert cross novel way reach land oz santa clause surprise guest ozma s birthday party along many queens kings wonderful time all including toto description phil chenevert p |
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6038 |
6607 |
History of Rome from the Earliest times down to 476 AD |
Robert F. Pennell |
History |
History of Rome from the Earliest times down to 476 AD. This compilation is designed to be a companion to the author's History of Greece. It is hoped that it may fill a want, now felt in many high schools and academies, of a short and clear statement of the rise and fall of Rome, with a biography of her chief men, and an outline of her institutions, manners, and religion. (Summary by Tony_Ritcherson) </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-rome-from-the-earliest-times-down-to-476-ad-by-robert-f-pennell/ |
history rome earliest times 476 ad compilation designed companion author s history greece hoped may fill want felt many high schools academies short clear statement rise fall rome biography chief men outline institutions manners religion summary tony_ritcherson p |
| 6096 |
6039 |
6608 |
Considerations on Representative Government |
John Stuart Mill |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
Mill's volume was published in 1861 as an argument favoring this form of governance. Mill covers what forms of government work best, including when representative government is applicable and when not. He details appropriate functions of representative bodies and warns of problems to avoid. He distinguishes between true and false democracy. Other areas covered include how voting is carried out, the role of a second chamber in Parliament, and how an executive branch might function. (Summary by Bill Boerst) </p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/considerations-on-representative-government-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
mill s volume published 1861 argument favoring form governance mill covers forms government work best including representative government applicable not details appropriate functions representative bodies warns problems avoid distinguishes true false democracy areas covered include voting carried out role second chamber parliament executive branch might function summary bill boerst p |
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6040 |
6609 |
Singsing nang Dalagang Marmol |
Isabelo de los Reyes |
Historical Fiction |
Ang nobeletang Ang Singsing nang Dalagang Marmol ni Isabelo de los Reyes ay hinggil sa kawal ng himagsikang Pilipino na napaibig sa isang dalaga, at sa digmaang inilapat ang pananagisag sa imahen ng pagmamahal sa kasintahan. Unang nalathala sa Ang Kapatid ng Bayan ang naturang nobeleta noong 1903, bago isinalin sa Espanyol ni Reyes sa El Grito del Pueblo noong 1905. Naglaho ang orihinal na sipi, kaya isinalin ni Carlos B. Raimundo ang teksto mulang Espanyol tungong Tagalog noong 1912. Ipinakilala sa nobela ang isang tauhang mula sa pakikihamok laban sa mga Amerikano noong 23 Abril 1899. Nakilala ng tagapagsalaysay si Koronel Puso na nagkuwento naman hinggil sa naging karanasan sa dalagang may pangalang "Liwayway." Ang kuwento ng nobela, kung gayon, ay hindi tungkol sa tagapagsalaysay, kundi sa nabatid niyang karanasan nang makilala si Koronel Puso. (Summary by WikiFilipino) </p> |
Tagalog |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/ang-singsing-nang-dalagang-marmol-by-isabelo-de-los-reyes/ |
ang nobeletang ang singsing nang dalagang marmol ni isabelo de los reyes ay hinggil sa kawal ng himagsikang pilipino na napaibig sa isang dalaga sa digmaang inilapat ang pananagisag sa imahen ng pagmamahal sa kasintahan unang nalathala sa ang kapatid ng bayan ang naturang nobeleta noong 1903 bago isinalin sa espanyol ni reyes sa el grito del pueblo noong 1905 naglaho ang orihinal na sipi kaya isinalin ni carlos b raimundo ang teksto mulang espanyol tungong tagalog noong 1912 ipinakilala sa nobela ang isang tauhang mula sa pakikihamok laban sa mga amerikano noong 23 abril 1899 nakilala ng tagapagsalaysay si koronel puso na nagkuwento naman hinggil sa naging karanasan sa dalagang may pangalang liwayway ang kuwento ng nobela kung gayon ay hindi tungkol sa tagapagsalaysay kundi sa nabatid niyang karanasan nang makilala si koronel puso summary wikifilipino p |
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6041 |
6610 |
Comédie Humaine: 07 - Scènes de la vie de province tome 3 (8-9-44) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Psychology |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de mœurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… \n(Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-de-province-tome-iii-by-honore-de-balzac-1211/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de mœurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
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6042 |
6611 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίοv 1 (Book 1) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), War & Military, Antiquity |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 1 από τα 8.<br><br>\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 1 of 8. (Summary by olorou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-book-1-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 1 από τα 8 br br thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 1 8 summary olorou p |
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6043 |
6612 |
コーカサスの禿鷹 (Caucasus no Hagetaka) |
Yoshio Toyoshima |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
豊島与志雄 (1890-1955) は、『レ・ミゼラブル』や、『ジャン・クリストフ』の翻訳で知られている。しかし、多数の児童文学の作品を書いている。多作で、青空文庫には、300タイトル以上が登録されている。『コーカサスの禿鷹』は、禿鷹が一番高い山を探し求める話である。最後に、高い山がどれか分かった時、禿鷹は、雷に打たれ死んでしまうという結末を迎える。<br><br>\n\nTOYOSHIMA Yoshio is known as the translator for 'Les Misérables' and 'Jean Christophe', but he also wrote numerous books for children. There are more than 300 of his works registered at Aozora Bunko. 'The Vulture in the Caucasus' is a story where the vulture tries to locate the tallest mountain. When he finally finds the tallest mountain, he is hit by a thunderbolt. (Summary by Uchida Masatomo)</p> |
Japanese |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/caucasus-no-hagetaka-by-yoshio-toyoshima/ |
豊島与志雄 1890 1955 は レ ミゼラブル や ジャン クリストフ の翻訳で知られている しかし 多数の児童文学の作品を書いている 多作で 青空文庫には 300タイトル以上が登録されている コーカサスの禿鷹 は 禿鷹が一番高い山を探し求める話である 最後に 高い山がどれか分かった時 禿鷹は 雷に打たれ死んでしまうという結末を迎える br br toyoshima yoshio known translator les misérables jean christophe also wrote numerous books children 300 works registered aozora bunko the vulture caucasus story vulture tries locate tallest mountain finally finds tallest mountain hit thunderbolt summary uchida masatomo p |
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6044 |
6613 |
Geheim van Edwin Drood |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Het laatste maar onvoltooide werk van Charles Dickens. Een thriller waar de lezer dus zelf mag bedenken of verzinnen wie de dader is. En omdat het een echt Dickens verhaal is kan de lezer ook de happy ending bedenken. Zo kan iedere lezer een echte 'Droodian' worden en in de voetsporen van Sherlock Holmes treden want ook hij heeft zijn tanden stukgebeten op deze onopgeloste misdaad. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/het-geheim-van-edwin-drood-by-charles-dickens/ |
het laatste maar onvoltooide werk van charles dickens een thriller waar de lezer dus zelf mag bedenken verzinnen wie de dader is en omdat het een echt dickens verhaal kan de lezer ook de happy ending bedenken zo kan iedere lezer een echte droodian worden en de voetsporen van sherlock holmes treden want ook hij heeft zijn tanden stukgebeten op deze onopgeloste misdaad samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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6045 |
6614 |
Hall in the Grove |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Fearing that her son, Robert, will grow too intellectual to relate to his parents, Mrs. Fenton starts a "Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle" in the town of Centreville. The C.L.S.C. draws in members from all strata of society - from the maid of a well-to-do family and 3 lazy, wild youths to society girls and the eminent Professor Monteith. We follow various members of the Circle as the studies at home and the social interactions and programs at the actual Chautauqua in New York shape and challenge their previous ideas and beliefs.<br/><br/>\n\nIncluded are accounts of actual lectures and events at Chautauqua during the summer of 1880, providing a unique historical look at the Chautauqua phenomenon of that era. <br/><br/>\n\nThe tunes for the songs in chapter 23 are found <a href="http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/o/softlyno.htm">HERE</a> and <a href="http://www.hymnary.org/hymn/CC1878/156">HERE</a>. The tune for the song in chapter 42 is <a href="http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/g/b/gbttfath.htm">HERE</a>. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-hall-in-the-grove-by-pansy/ |
fearing son robert grow intellectual relate parents mrs fenton starts chautauqua literary scientific circle town centreville c l s c draws members strata society maid well to do family 3 lazy wild youths society girls eminent professor monteith follow various members circle studies home social interactions programs actual chautauqua new york shape challenge previous ideas beliefs br br included accounts actual lectures events chautauqua summer 1880 providing unique historical look chautauqua phenomenon era br br tunes songs chapter 23 found a href http www cyberhymnal org htm s o softlyno htm here a a href http www hymnary org hymn cc1878 156 here a tune song chapter 42 a href http www cyberhymnal org htm g b gbttfath htm here a summary triciag p |
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6046 |
6615 |
Tenant of Wildfell Hall (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Anne Brontë |
Dramatic Readings |
A mysterious young widow arrives at Wildfell Hall, an Elizabethan mansion which has been empty for many years, with her young son. She lives there under an assumed name, Helen Graham, and very soon finds herself the victim of local slander. Refusing to believe anything scandalous about her, Gilbert Markham discovers her dark secrets. In her diary Helen writes about her husband's physical and moral decline through alcohol and the world of debauchery and cruelty from which she has fled. This passionate novel of betrayal is set within a moral framework tempered by Anne's optimistic belief in universal salvation. The Tenant of Wildfell Hall is mainly considered to be one of the first sustained feminist novels. May Sinclair, in 1913, said that the slamming of Helen's bedroom door against her husband reverberated throughout Victorian England. In escaping from her husband, she violates not only social conventions, but also English law. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Gilbert Markham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Mrs. Markham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7318">Anise</a><br>Rose Markham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Fergus Markham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Helen Graham: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Master Arthur Huntingdon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Frederick Lawrence: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Reverend Millward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Eliza Millward/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mary Millward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Jane Wilson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Mrs. Maxwell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mr. Boarham/Elderly Traveler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Mr. Arthur Huntingdon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Annabella Wilmot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mr. Maxwell/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Millicent Hargrave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Lord Lowborough/Benson/Coachman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mr. Grimsby/John/Traveler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Ralph Hattersley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Rachel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Walter Hargrave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Esther Hargrave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mrs. Hargrave/Old Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Amanda Friday<p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-tenant-of-wildfell-hall-dramatic-reading-by-anne-bronte/ |
mysterious young widow arrives wildfell hall elizabethan mansion empty many years young son lives assumed name helen graham soon finds victim local slander refusing believe anything scandalous her gilbert markham discovers dark secrets diary helen writes husband s physical moral decline alcohol world debauchery cruelty fled passionate novel betrayal set within moral framework tempered anne s optimistic belief universal salvation tenant wildfell hall mainly considered one first sustained feminist novels may sinclair 1913 said slamming helen s bedroom door husband reverberated throughout victorian england escaping husband violates social conventions also english law summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br gilbert markham a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br mrs markham a href http librivox org reader 7318 anise a br rose markham a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br fergus markham a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br helen graham a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br master arthur huntingdon a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br frederick lawrence a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br reverend millward a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br eliza millward narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mary millward a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br jane wilson a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br mrs maxwell a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr boarham elderly traveler a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br mr arthur huntingdon a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br annabella wilmot a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr maxwell servant a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br millicent hargrave a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br lord lowborough benson coachman a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br mr grimsby john traveler a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br ralph hattersley a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br rachel a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br walter hargrave a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br esther hargrave a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs hargrave old woman a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br br strong audio edited by strong amanda friday p |
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6047 |
6616 |
Little Book of Christmas |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
Summary: Four short Christmas stories, a bit sentimental, but still affecting and worthwhile. Plus Four Christmas verses. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-book-of-christmas-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
summary four short christmas stories bit sentimental still affecting worthwhile plus four christmas verses summary david wales p |
| 6105 |
6055 |
6624 |
Crystal Crypt, the & Beyond the Door |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
Two early science fiction stories by the wonderful craftsman, Philip K. Dick. In the Crystal Crypt, taken from the 1954 Planet Stories, the war between Mars and Terra is about to erupt and earth has only merchants and salesmen to fight; can they carry out their mission? Beyond the Door is a story that asks and answers the question: what lives beyond the door? And is it dangerous? (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/the-crystal-crypt-beyond-the-door-by-philip-k-dick/ |
two early science fiction stories wonderful craftsman philip k dick crystal crypt taken 1954 planet stories war mars terra erupt earth merchants salesmen fight carry mission beyond door story asks answers question lives beyond door dangerous summary phil chenevert p |
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6048 |
6617 |
Philoctetes |
Sophocles |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
Sophocles' play recounts an episode from the Trojan War, in which the wily Odysseus and Achilles' son Neoptolemus travel to a remote island to persuade Philoctetes to come with them to Troy. A prophet has foreseen that the Greeks will need Philoctetes and his bow (given to him by Heracles before his death) in order to defeat the Trojans. The problem is that years before Odysseus had engineered Philoctetes' abandonment on the island, due to a festering, stinking wound he had received from a snakebite. Will Philoctetes forgive and forget, or will he take his revenge? (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nOdysseus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nNeoptolemus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nChorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br />\nPhiloctetes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nMessenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nHeracles/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/philoctetes-by-sophocles/ |
sophocles play recounts episode trojan war wily odysseus achilles son neoptolemus travel remote island persuade philoctetes come troy prophet foreseen greeks need philoctetes bow given heracles death order defeat trojans problem years odysseus engineered philoctetes abandonment island due festering stinking wound received snakebite philoctetes forgive forget take revenge summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br odysseus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br neoptolemus a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br chorus a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br philoctetes a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br heracles narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio editing strong elizabeth klett strong p |
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6049 |
6618 |
Nibelungenlied |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
The Nibelungenlied, translated as The Song of the Nibelungs, is an epic poem in Middle High German. The story tells of dragon-slayer Siegfried at the court of the Burgundians, how he was murdered, and of his wife Kriemhild's revenge.<br><br>\n\nThe Nibelungenlied is based on pre-Christian Germanic heroic motifs (the "Nibelungensaga"), which include oral traditions and reports based on historic events and individuals of the 5th and 6th centuries. Old Norse parallels of the legend survive in the Völsunga saga, the Prose Edda, the Poetic Edda, the Legend of Norna-Gest, and the Þiðrekssaga.<br><br>\n\nThe present translator has endeavored to translate literally and accurately, and to reproduce the spirit of the original, as far as a prose translation will permit. To this end the language has been made as simple and as Saxon in character as possible. An exception has been made, however, in the case of such Romance words as were in use in England during the age of the romances of chivalry, and which would help to land a Romance coloring; these have been frequently employed. Very few obsolete words have been used, and these are explained in the notes, but the language has been made to some extent archaic, especially in dialogue, in order to give the impression of age. </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-nibelungenlied-by-anonymous/ |
nibelungenlied translated song nibelungs epic poem middle high german story tells dragon slayer siegfried court burgundians murdered wife kriemhild s revenge br br nibelungenlied based pre christian germanic heroic motifs the nibelungensaga include oral traditions reports based historic events individuals 5th 6th centuries old norse parallels legend survive völsunga saga prose edda poetic edda legend norna gest þiðrekssaga br br present translator endeavored translate literally accurately reproduce spirit original far prose translation permit end language made simple saxon character possible exception made however case romance words use england age romances chivalry would help land romance coloring frequently employed obsolete words used explained notes language made extent archaic especially dialogue order give impression age p |
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6050 |
6619 |
World's Lumber Room |
Selina Gaye |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
<br />If this book were written today, it would be called "The Story of the World's Rubbish".<br /><br />That may not sound a promising subject for a book, but we are taken on a journey all over the world (and beyond) to explain the many varieties of dust and refuse - animal, vegetable and mineral - how it is made both by man and by nature, what happens to it, and why we need it. We find that recycling is nothing new: man has been doing it for centuries, and nature has been doing it for billions of years. As every schoolboy knows, 'matter is neither created nor destroyed', so it stands to reason that every particle of it must be somewhere.<br /><br />This study of our knowledge of the earth was written for the layman before most of the -ologies were even a twinkle in a professor's eye. Geology, meteorology, hydrology, biology, glaciology and even sociology and anthropology all have their place in this readable and enjoyable tour of the earth's 'lumber room'.<br /><br />Though some of the science is out of date - it was written, for instance, 80 years before the theory of plate tectonics was understood - the author admits candidly when the science of the day does not yet provide answers to some questions. The almost contemporary description of the eruption of Krakatoa still resonates with us - compare the effect on our modern world of Mount St. Helens and Eyjafjallajökull in recent decades.<br /><br />Miss Gaye shows that far from everything in nature's lumber room being rubbish, every speck of dust has a purpose. The dust-cart (garbage truck) will never look the same to you again. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-lumber-room-by-selina-gaye/ |
br if book written today would called the story world s rubbish br br that may sound promising subject book taken journey world and beyond explain many varieties dust refuse animal vegetable mineral made man nature happens it need it find recycling nothing new man centuries nature billions years every schoolboy knows matter neither created destroyed stands reason every particle must somewhere br br this study knowledge earth written layman ologies even twinkle professor s eye geology meteorology hydrology biology glaciology even sociology anthropology place readable enjoyable tour earth s lumber room br br though science date written instance 80 years theory plate tectonics understood author admits candidly science day yet provide answers questions almost contemporary description eruption krakatoa still resonates us compare effect modern world mount st helens eyjafjallajökull recent decades br br miss gaye shows far everything nature s lumber room rubbish every speck dust purpose dust cart garbage truck never look again summary ruth golding br br |
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6051 |
6620 |
Miss Mackenzie |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
The thirty-five year-old (hence utterly over-the-hill) Miss Margaret Mackenzie, having devoted her life to others, suddenly finds herself with no one to care for, and in possession of a moderate fortune. Having money, she is now much sought-after and no longer universally deemed too old to marry. Partly because she has spent her life taking care of the brother whose money she has now inherited, she has no experience of wealth or popularity. Miss Mackenzie is the definition of “other-oriented. (Indeed, Trollope originally considered naming the novel, and his heroine, “Griselda”, presumably to invoke the folkloric character’s qualities of stolid obedience and endless patience.) These circumstances are the perfect set-up for classic Trollopian swipes and snipes at various fortune-hunters and other obsequies, and more broadly at society’s sexism, classism, and Mammonism. She comes into her own and begins to try to enjoy life, at first juggling, but ultimately rejecting, three serious suitors. As the story unfolds, the particulars of her deceased brother’s life and death reveal themselves, Miss Mackenzie becomes increasingly able to know who she is and what she wants, and both she and the reader are better able to discern the true colors of those around her. The question is: Will her self-knowledge overcome both her personal history and various social prejudices, so as to allow her to fall in love with – and say “yes” to – a really good man? (Summary by Kirsten Wever)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/miss-mackenzie-by-anthony-trollope/ |
thirty five year old hence utterly over the hill miss margaret mackenzie devoted life others suddenly finds one care for possession moderate fortune money much sought after longer universally deemed old marry partly spent life taking care brother whose money inherited experience wealth popularity miss mackenzie definition other oriented indeed trollope originally considered naming novel heroine griselda presumably invoke folkloric character s qualities stolid obedience endless patience circumstances perfect set up classic trollopian swipes snipes various fortune hunters obsequies broadly society s sexism classism mammonism comes begins try enjoy life first juggling ultimately rejecting three serious suitors story unfolds particulars deceased brother s life death reveal themselves miss mackenzie becomes increasingly able know wants reader better able discern true colors around her question is self knowledge overcome personal history various social prejudices allow fall love say yes really good man summary kirsten wever p |
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6052 |
6621 |
Schwert und die Schlangen |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa war ein schlesischer Dichter der Romantik. Er war einer der "Serapionsbrüder" um E. T. A. Hoffmann. Seine Stoffe nahm er oft aus den Sagen des Vorlands des Riesengebirges.<br></br>\nDer junge Raimund lebt abgeschieden auf einer Burg im Gebirge. Als eines Tages ein Wanderer in der Burg übernachtet und von dem furchtbaren Schicksal des Königs berichtet, dessen Herz jede Nach von Schlangen benagt wird, sich jeden Tag wieder regeneriert um nachts erneut benagt zu werden, beschließt er, dem König Hilfe und Rettung zu bringen, was keinem Ritter bisher gelungen ist. Auf seiner Fahrt kommt er an seltsame Orte und trifft merkwürdige Wesen. Als er schließlich am Schloss des Königs ankommt, steht ihm ein schwerer Kampf bevor. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p>\n |
German |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/das-schwert-und-die-schlangen-by-karl-wilhelm-salice-contessa/ |
karl wilhelm salice contessa war ein schlesischer dichter der romantik er war einer der serapionsbrüder um e t a hoffmann seine stoffe nahm er oft aus den sagen des vorlands des riesengebirges br br der junge raimund lebt abgeschieden auf einer burg im gebirge als eines tages ein wanderer der burg übernachtet und von dem furchtbaren schicksal des königs berichtet dessen herz jede nach von schlangen benagt wird sich jeden tag wieder regeneriert um nachts erneut benagt zu werden beschließt er dem könig hilfe und rettung zu bringen keinem ritter bisher gelungen ist auf seiner fahrt kommt er seltsame orte und trifft merkwürdige wesen als er schließlich schloss des königs ankommt steht ihm ein schwerer kampf bevor zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6053 |
6622 |
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali |
Patanjali |
Philosophy |
<i>Yoga sutras by Patanjali</i> is a seminal work in yoga, this book is more about control of mind and the true goal of yoga. The sutras are extremely brief, and the translation in neat English makes it very easy for people to understand the ancient Sanskrit text. It starts with the birth and growth of spiritual man through the control of mind. In all, this is a "all in one" book for yoga philosophy written by the master himself. (Summary by sidhu177) <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali/ |
i yoga sutras patanjali i seminal work yoga book control mind true goal yoga sutras extremely brief translation neat english makes easy people understand ancient sanskrit text starts birth growth spiritual man control mind all all one book yoga philosophy written master himself summary sidhu177 p |
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6056 |
6625 |
Isobel |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Action, intrigue, and a touch of romance in the farthest reaches of northern Canada. Sergeant Billy MacVeigh of the Canadian Northwest Mounted, with his only partner Pelliter are the only official representatives in the lonely and desolate reaches of Point Fullerton, hundreds of miles from the next nearest outpost, and from any civilization. Both are nearing the end of their service in those regions, and their main function has been to try to find the elusive murderer Scottie Deane, and if they happen upon anybody trading in Eskimo women to haul them in also. Then one day, one of those traders happens to show up at their cabin, and what follows is some close calls and long trips across the barrens of northern Canada that uncovers clues to the whereabouts of the notorious Scottie Deane and his wife, and all deal with near death experiences primarily due to loneliness, bitter cold, and fatigue, not to mention the red death. Will they find Deane and his wife? If so, what affect will he have on them and their respective conditions? (Summary by Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/isobel-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
action intrigue touch romance farthest reaches northern canada sergeant billy macveigh canadian northwest mounted partner pelliter official representatives lonely desolate reaches point fullerton hundreds miles next nearest outpost civilization nearing end service regions main function try find elusive murderer scottie deane happen upon anybody trading eskimo women haul also one day one traders happens show cabin follows close calls long trips across barrens northern canada uncovers clues whereabouts notorious scottie deane wife deal near death experiences primarily due loneliness bitter cold fatigue mention red death find deane wife so affect respective conditions summary roger melin p |
| 6113 |
6057 |
6626 |
Indian Corn Planter |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Indian Corn Planter by E. Pauline Johnson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 29, 2012.<br><br><i>"But in the writings of one poet alone I came upon a new note—the note of the Red Man's Canada. This was the poet that most interested me—Pauline Johnson. I quoted her lovely canoe song "In the Shadows," which will be found in this volume. I at once sat down and wrote a long article, which could have been ten times as long, upon a subject so suggestive as that of Canadian poetry."</i> (From the Introduction to Flint and Feather, Collected Verse BY E. Pauline Johnson; written by Theodore Watts-Dunton, The Pines, Putney Hill. 20th August, 1913. </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-indian-corn-planter-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings indian corn planter e pauline johnson weekly poetry project april 29 2012 br br i but writings one poet alone came upon new note the note red man s canada poet interested me pauline johnson quoted lovely canoe song in shadows found volume sat wrote long article could ten times long upon subject suggestive canadian poetry i from introduction flint feather collected verse e pauline johnson written theodore watts dunton pines putney hill 20th august 1913 p |
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6058 |
6627 |
False Faces |
Louis Joseph Vance |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
This is the second book in the Lone Wolf series. Michael Lanyard had turned his back on his career as gentleman-thief and started a respectable life, when World War I wrecks his life. With his family dead and the spy Ekstrom alive after all, his special skills as the Lone Wolf are needed once more, this time in the war behind enemy lines. But again, there is a mysterious woman involved... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-false-faces-by-louis-joseph-vance/ |
second book lone wolf series michael lanyard turned back career gentleman thief started respectable life world war wrecks life family dead spy ekstrom alive all special skills lone wolf needed more time war behind enemy lines again mysterious woman involved summary carolin p |
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6059 |
6628 |
London Plane-Tree and Other Verse |
Amy Levy |
Poetry |
Amy Levy was a British poet and novelist who is celebrated for her feminist positions and her engagement with homosexual romance during the Victorian era. Levy wrote stories, essays, and poems for periodicals, some popular and others literary. Her writing career began early; her poem "Ida Grey" appearing in the journal, The Pelican, when she was only fourteen. Her final book of poems, A London Plane-Tree And Other Verse (1889), contains lyrics that are among the first to show the influence of French symbolism. (Introduction excerpted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/a-london-plane-tree-and-other-verse-by-amy-levy/ |
amy levy british poet novelist celebrated feminist positions engagement homosexual romance victorian era levy wrote stories essays poems periodicals popular others literary writing career began early poem ida grey appearing journal pelican fourteen final book poems london plane tree verse 1889 contains lyrics among first show influence french symbolism introduction excerpted wikipedia p |
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6060 |
6629 |
Short Poetry Collection 108 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-108-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers may 2012 br br |
| 6117 |
6061 |
6630 |
Luck Of Roaring Camp And Other Sketches |
Bret Harte |
Westerns, Single Author Collections |
Bret Harte (1836 – 1902) was an American author and poet, best remembered for his accounts of pioneering life in California.... He moved to California in 1853, later working there in a number of capacities, including miner, teacher, messenger, and journalist. He spent part of his life in the northern California coastal town of Union (now known as Arcata), a settlement on Humboldt Bay that was established as a provisioning center for mining camps in the interior.... In 1868 he became editor of The Overland Monthly, another new literary magazine, but this one more in tune with the pioneering spirit of excitement in California. His story, "The Luck of Roaring Camp", appeared in the magazine's second issue, propelling Harte to nationwide fame. “Luck...” appeared in this first book along with other stories and sketches, especially “The Outcasts of Poker Flats,” of which several movies were made. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-luck-of-roaring-camp-and-other-sketches-by-bret-harte/ |
bret harte 1836 1902 american author poet best remembered accounts pioneering life california moved california 1853 later working number capacities including miner teacher messenger journalist spent part life northern california coastal town union now known arcata settlement humboldt bay established provisioning center mining camps interior 1868 became editor overland monthly another new literary magazine one tune pioneering spirit excitement california story the luck roaring camp appeared magazine s second issue propelling harte nationwide fame luck appeared first book along stories sketches especially the outcasts poker flats several movies made summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6062 |
6631 |
Twenty Two Goblins |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<br />These 22 stories are told by the Goblin to the King Vikram. King Vikram faces many difficulties in bringing the vetala to the tantric. Each time Vikram tries to capture the vetala, it tells a story that ends with a riddle. If Vikram cannot answer the question correctly, the vampire consents to remain in captivity. If the king answers the question correctly, the vampire would escape and return to his tree. In some variations, the king is required to speak if he knows the answer, else his head will burst. <br /><br />\n\nThis work is taken from baital pachisi and one of its oldest recensions is found incorporated in the Kathā-Sarit-Sāgara ("Ocean of the Streams of Story"), a work in Sanskrit compiled in the 11th century by Somadeva. (Wikipedia) <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-two-goblins-by-dandin/ |
br these 22 stories told goblin king vikram king vikram faces many difficulties bringing vetala tantric time vikram tries capture vetala tells story ends riddle vikram cannot answer question correctly vampire consents remain captivity king answers question correctly vampire would escape return tree variations king required speak knows answer else head burst br br work taken baital pachisi one oldest recensions found incorporated kathā sarit sāgara ocean streams story work sanskrit compiled 11th century somadeva wikipedia br br |
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6063 |
6632 |
Once a Week |
A. A. Milne |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A collection of short stories by famed Winnie the Pooh author, A.A. Milne. This charmingly humorous work from Milne's earlier writing period was first published in Punch magazine. (Summary by Cathy Barratt) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/once-a-week-by-a-a-milne/ |
collection short stories famed winnie pooh author a a milne charmingly humorous work milne s earlier writing period first published punch magazine summary cathy barratt p |
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6064 |
6633 |
30 American Poems |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is a sequel of sorts to 37 American Poems, one of my first solos. Concentration here is on late 19th to early 20th Century works by US poets. (Summary by BellonaTimes) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/30-american-poems-by-various/ |
sequel sorts 37 american poems one first solos concentration late 19th early 20th century works us poets summary bellonatimes p |
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6065 |
6634 |
Späte Rache |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
"Späte Rache" (engl. A Study in Scarlet, deutsch auch unter dem Titel Eine Studie in Scharlachrot erschienen), von Arthur Conan Doyle im Alter von 27 Jahren verfasst, beschreibt zunächst, wie Sherlock Holmes und Dr. Watson sich kennenlernen und ist damit der Beginn der Reihe von Geschichten um den berühmten fiktiven Detektiv.<br>\nDer Roman besteht aus zwei Teilen: Er beginnt mit Dr. Watsons Aufzeichnungen über sein Zusammentreffen mit Sherlock Holmes und der Schilderung eines merkwürdigen Mordfalls und dessen Aufklärung. Im zweiten Teil wird die Vorgeschichte des Mordes erzählt, die sich in einer Mormonengemeinde in Utah zutrug. Zum Schluss werden die beiden Teile noch einmal in Watsons Aufzeichnungen zusammengeführt.\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Karlsson.) </p> |
German |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/spate-rache-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
späte rache engl study scarlet deutsch auch unter dem titel eine studie scharlachrot erschienen von arthur conan doyle im alter von 27 jahren verfasst beschreibt zunächst wie sherlock holmes und dr watson sich kennenlernen und ist damit der beginn der reihe von geschichten um den berühmten fiktiven detektiv br der roman besteht aus zwei teilen er beginnt mit dr watsons aufzeichnungen über sein zusammentreffen mit sherlock holmes und der schilderung eines merkwürdigen mordfalls und dessen aufklärung im zweiten teil wird die vorgeschichte des mordes erzählt die sich einer mormonengemeinde utah zutrug zum schluss werden die beiden teile noch einmal watsons aufzeichnungen zusammengeführt zusammenfassung von wikipedia und karlsson p |
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6066 |
6635 |
Entstehung der Kontinente und Ozeane |
Alfred Wegener |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
Dies ist das erste Buch, in dem Alfred Wegener seine Theorie der Kontinentalverschiebung darlegt. Zeit seines Lebens wurde diese Theorie größtenteils abgelehnt und geriet nach seinem Tod in Vergessenheit. Erst Jahrzehnte später wurden seine Ideen als wahr erkannt und auf verschiedene Arten nachgewiesen. Alfred Wegener war ein deutscher Meteorologe, Geo- und Polarwissenschaftler. Er starb auf seiner dritten Expedition nach Grönland. (Zusammenfassung von Availle) <br><br>\n\nThe first book - it was read from the first edition 1915 - that describes the idea and basic evidence for continental drift. </p> |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/entstehung-kontinente-ozeane-by-alfred-wegener/ |
dies ist das erste buch dem alfred wegener seine theorie der kontinentalverschiebung darlegt zeit seines lebens wurde diese theorie größtenteils abgelehnt und geriet nach seinem tod vergessenheit erst jahrzehnte später wurden seine ideen als wahr erkannt und auf verschiedene arten nachgewiesen alfred wegener war ein deutscher meteorologe geo und polarwissenschaftler er starb auf seiner dritten expedition nach grönland zusammenfassung von availle br br first book read first edition 1915 describes idea basic evidence continental drift p |
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6067 |
6637 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίοv 2 (Book 2) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), War & Military, Antiquity |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 2 από τα 8.\n\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 2 of 8. (Summary by olorou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-book-2-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 2 από τα 8 thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 2 8 summary olorou p |
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6086 |
6657 |
Red Diamonds |
Justin McCarthy |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
In the South African wilderness, six men got together to mine for diamonds and become very rich. They agree that the wealth is to be split equally between them or their heirs after a few years and that the share of any one who died without leaving an heir or whose heir died before the time would be split between the remaining partners. \nSoon, all heirs are notified and wait expectantly for the first of January, on which the diamonds are to be divided between the partners. However, the diamonds are becoming increasingly blood stained, and January the first is still some time off... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/red-diamonds-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
south african wilderness six men got together mine diamonds become rich agree wealth split equally heirs years share one died without leaving heir whose heir died time would split remaining partners soon heirs notified wait expectantly first january diamonds divided partners however diamonds becoming increasingly blood stained january first still time off summary carolin p |
| 6125 |
6068 |
6638 |
Heidi (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
"Heidi" takes us on a journey to the eventful childhood of a good-hearted girl from the Swiss Alps. A warm and loving story, full of touching moments, it reaches children and adults alike. It was written in 1880 and published in two parts:\n1. Heidi's years of learning and travel.\n2. Heidi makes use of what she has learned.\nThis English translation from 1915 has "an especial flavor, that very quality of delight in mountain scenes, in mountain people and in child life generally, which is one of the chief merits of the German original. The phrasing has also been carefully adapted to the purpose of reading aloud" (from the book's introduction). And thus, in this dramatic reading, Librivox volunteers bring this classic story to life with their voices. (summary by Rapunzelina)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrator (part 1): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Narrator (part 2): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Heidi: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7356">Sweet Pea</a><br>Deta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Barbara: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Peter, Street Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a><br>Heidi's Grandfather, Old Man in Church Tower: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adam</a><br>Peter's Grandmother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Brigida: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Pastor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Clara: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>John, the Coachman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6511">csjesi1</a><br>Sebastian, the Butler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6248">Kevin Green</a><br>Tinette, the Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br>Miss Rottenmeier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mr. Candidate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mr. Sesemann (Clara's Father): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Mrs. Sesemann (Clara's Grandmama): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Dr. Classen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Town's Baker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Town's Teacher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7158">Sarah Di Fede</a><br>Audio edited by: Rapunzelina<br></p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/heidi-dramatic-reading-by-johanna-spyri/ |
heidi takes us journey eventful childhood good hearted girl swiss alps warm loving story full touching moments reaches children adults alike written 1880 published two parts 1 heidi s years learning travel 2 heidi makes use learned english translation 1915 an especial flavor quality delight mountain scenes mountain people child life generally one chief merits german original phrasing also carefully adapted purpose reading aloud from book s introduction thus dramatic reading librivox volunteers bring classic story life voices summary rapunzelina br br strong cast strong br p narrator part 1 a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br narrator part 2 a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br heidi a href http librivox org reader 7356 sweet pea a br deta a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br barbara a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br peter street boy a href http librivox org reader 7359 willy a br heidi s grandfather old man church tower a href http librivox org reader 7326 adam a br peter s grandmother a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br brigida a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br pastor a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br clara a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br john coachman a href http librivox org reader 6511 csjesi1 a br sebastian butler a href http librivox org reader 6248 kevin green a br tinette maid a href http librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a br miss rottenmeier a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr candidate a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mr sesemann clara s father a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br mrs sesemann clara s grandmama a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br dr classen a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br town s baker a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br town s teacher a href http librivox org reader 7158 sarah di fede a br audio edited by rapunzelina br p |
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6069 |
6639 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 017 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-017-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 6127 |
6070 |
6640 |
My Bible History: Old Testament |
Louis Laravoire Morrow |
Religion, Christianity - Other |
A short, simple Old Testament Bible History for children, but which can also be enjoyed by adults alike. Starting with Creation, the sections cover Adam and Eve, Abraham, Moses, etc. up to the promise of a Redeemer. The same format continues in the volume that follows - My Bible History: New Testament - by the same author. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/my-bible-history-old-testament-by-louis-laravoire-morrow/ |
short simple old testament bible history children also enjoyed adults alike starting creation sections cover adam eve abraham moses etc promise redeemer format continues volume follows bible history new testament author summary maria therese p |
| 6128 |
6071 |
6641 |
Mystery of the 'Ocean Star' - A Collection of Maritime Sketches |
William Clark Russell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of short stories of mystery and romance, set at sea, in the times of the great sea voyages. </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-ocean-star-a-collection-of-maritime-sketches-by-w-clark-russell/ |
collection short stories mystery romance set sea times great sea voyages p |
| 6129 |
6072 |
6642 |
Woman and the New Race |
Margaret Sanger |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Margaret Sanger was an American sex educator and nurse who became one of the leading birth control activists of her time, having at one point, even served jail time for importing birth control pills, then illegal, into the United States. Woman and the New Race is her treatise on how the control of population size would not only free women from the bondage of forced motherhood, but would elevate all of society. The original fight for birth control was closely tied to the labor movement as well as the Eugenics movement, and her book provides fascinating insight to a mostly-forgotten turbulent battle recently fought in American history. (Summary by Becky)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/woman-and-the-new-race-by-margaret-sanger/ |
margaret sanger american sex educator nurse became one leading birth control activists time one point even served jail time importing birth control pills illegal united states woman new race treatise control population size would free women bondage forced motherhood would elevate society original fight birth control closely tied labor movement well eugenics movement book provides fascinating insight mostly forgotten turbulent battle recently fought american history summary becky p |
| 6130 |
6073 |
6643 |
Safe in their Alabaster Chambers |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Safe in their Alabaster Chambers by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 6, 2012.<br><br>Although Dickinson was a prolific private poet, fewer than a dozen of her nearly eighteen hundred poems were published during her lifetime. The work that was published during her lifetime was usually altered significantly by the publishers to fit the conventional poetic rules of the time. Dickinson's poems are unique for the era in which she wrote; they contain short lines, typically lack titles, and often use slant rhyme as well as unconventional capitalization and punctuation.[3] Many of her poems deal with themes of death and immortality, two recurring topics in letters to her friends. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/safe-in-their-alabaster-chambers-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings safe alabaster chambers emily dickinson weekly poetry project may 6 2012 br br although dickinson prolific private poet fewer dozen nearly eighteen hundred poems published lifetime work published lifetime usually altered significantly publishers fit conventional poetic rules time dickinson s poems unique era wrote contain short lines typically lack titles often use slant rhyme well unconventional capitalization punctuation 3 many poems deal themes death immortality two recurring topics letters friends summary wikipedia p |
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6074 |
6644 |
Travels by the Fireside |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of Travels by the Fireside by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 6, 2012.<br><br>Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator. He predominantly wrote lyric poems which are known for their musicality and which often presented stories of mythology and legend. He became the most popular American poet of his day and also had success overseas. He has been criticized, however, for imitating European styles and writing specifically for the masses. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/travels-by-the-fireside-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings travels fireside henry wadsworth longfellow fortnightly poetry project may 6 2012 br br henry wadsworth longfellow american poet educator predominantly wrote lyric poems known musicality often presented stories mythology legend became popular american poet day also success overseas criticized however imitating european styles writing specifically masses summary adapted wikipedia p |
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6075 |
6646 |
Strange Gentleman |
Charles Dickens |
Comedy |
Before he became a novelist, Dickens wrote several successful plays. This one from 1836, his first, he called, “A Comic Burletta in Two Acts”. Characters arrive at a village inn called “The St. James Arms” and much confusion ensues. (Summary by ToddHW)<br/><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br>MR. OWEN OVERTON: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">NoelBadrian</a><br>JOHN JOHNSON: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>THE STRANGE GENTLEMAN: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>CHARLES TOMKINS: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>TOM SPARKS: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>JOHN, TOM, WILL - Waiters 1, 2, 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>JULIA DOBBS: <a href="http://www.tiffanyhallacolonna.com/">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>FANNY WILSON: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>MARY WILSON: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br>MRS. NOAKES: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6637">Christine Nendza</a><br>CHAMBERMAID: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-gentleman-by-charles-dickens/ |
became novelist dickens wrote several successful plays one 1836 first called a comic burletta two acts characters arrive village inn called the st james arms much confusion ensues summary toddhw br br strong cast strong br mr owen overton a href http librivox org reader 6965 noelbadrian a br john johnson a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br the strange gentleman a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br charles tomkins a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br tom sparks a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br john tom waiters 1 2 3 a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br julia dobbs a href http www tiffanyhallacolonna com tiffany halla colonna a br fanny wilson a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mary wilson a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br mrs noakes a href http librivox org reader 6637 christine nendza a br chambermaid a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br br |
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6076 |
6647 |
Analects of Confucius |
Confucius 孔子 |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Analects, or Lunyu, also known as the Analects of Confucius, are considered a record of the words and acts of the central Chinese thinker and philosopher Confucius and his disciples, as well as the discussions they held. Written during the Spring and Autumn Period through the Warring States Period (ca. 475 BC - 221 BC), the Analects is the representative work of Confucianism and continues to have a substantial influence on Chinese and East Asian thought and values today. William Jennings was a rector of Grasmere, and late colonial chaplain. He served at St. John's Cathedral in Hong Kong. (Summary by Wikipedia and Jing Li)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-analects-of-confucius/ |
analects lunyu also known analects confucius considered record words acts central chinese thinker philosopher confucius disciples well discussions held written spring autumn period warring states period ca 475 bc 221 bc analects representative work confucianism continues substantial influence chinese east asian thought values today william jennings rector grasmere late colonial chaplain served st john s cathedral hong kong summary wikipedia jing li p |
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6077 |
6648 |
For Fifteen Years |
Louis Ulbach |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
For Fifteen Years by Louis Ulbach is the sequel to <a href="http://librivox.org/the-steel-hammer-by-louis-ulbach/">The Steel Hammer</a> which tells the story of a poor upholsterer, Jean Mortier who is falsely accused of murder and the tragic chain of events that follow. For Fifteen Years begins in the aftermath of the conviction when the destitute wife and daughter of Jean Mortier are taken in by the family of a character witness from the trial, Gaston de Monterey. Circumstances and deceptions lead to distrust and tension among the two families for fifteen years but the daughter of Jean Mortier and the son of Gaston de Monterey have fallen in love. The two decide they must clear the air and set out to discover the truth about Jean Mortier's guilt so that they may marry with the blessing of their parents. </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/for-fifteen-years-by-louis-ulbach/ |
fifteen years louis ulbach sequel a href http librivox org the steel hammer by louis ulbach the steel hammer a tells story poor upholsterer jean mortier falsely accused murder tragic chain events follow fifteen years begins aftermath conviction destitute wife daughter jean mortier taken family character witness trial gaston de monterey circumstances deceptions lead distrust tension among two families fifteen years daughter jean mortier son gaston de monterey fallen love two decide must clear air set discover truth jean mortier s guilt may marry blessing parents p |
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6078 |
6649 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίοv 3 (Book 3) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), War & Military, Antiquity |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 3 από τα 8.\n\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 3 of 8. (Summary by olorou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-book-3-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 3 από τα 8 thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 3 8 summary olorou p |
| 6136 |
6079 |
6650 |
Mohawk Valley |
W. Max Reid |
*Non-fiction, History |
An in-depth view and early history of the Mohawk Valley in upper New York state, covering the time period of 1609-1780. This historical piece covers that part of the Mohawk Valley between Schenectady and Rome, NY.<br><br>The narrator hopes that the listener understands that a best effort has been made in pronunciation of many names within this work; particularly those of the Mohawks, Iriquois, Huron, and Mohicans; as well as the French and Dutch. (Summary by Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-mohawk-valley-by-w-max-reid/ |
in depth view early history mohawk valley upper new york state covering time period 1609 1780 historical piece covers part mohawk valley schenectady rome ny br br the narrator hopes listener understands best effort made pronunciation many names within work particularly mohawks iriquois huron mohicans well french dutch summary roger melin p |
| 6137 |
6087 |
6658 |
Essays, First Series (version 2) |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
<br />Essays: First Series is a series of 12 essays written by Ralph Waldo Emerson concerning transcendentalism, including Self-Reliance. It was published in 1841. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/essays-first-series-version-2-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
br essays first series series 12 essays written ralph waldo emerson concerning transcendentalism including self reliance published 1841 summary wikipedia br br |
| 6138 |
11921 |
12611 |
Friendship of Anne: A Story |
Ellen Douglas Deland |
Family Life, School |
This is the story of Sydney Stuart who is sent to a girls' boarding school (to her disgust) with all its difficulties and adventures. Sydney Stuart and her school roomate/rival Bertha Macy vie for the friendship of schoolmate Anne Talbot. Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-friendship-of-anne-by-ellen-douglas-deland/ |
story sydney stuart sent girls boarding school to disgust difficulties adventures sydney stuart school roomate rival bertha macy vie friendship schoolmate anne talbot summary lynda marie neilson |
| 6139 |
6080 |
6651 |
Incidents of Travel in Central America, Chiapas, and Yucatán, Vol. 2 |
John Lloyd Stephens |
Travel & Geography |
The year is 1838. The scene is the dense Honduran forest along the Copán River. Two men, John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick Catherwood, are about to rediscover Mayan civilization. Their guide, slashing through the rampant growth with his machete, leads them to a stone column, fourteen feet high, sculptured on the front with a portrait of a man, “solemn, stern and well fitted to excite terror,” covered on the sides with hieroglyphics, and with workmanship “equal to the finest monuments of the Egyptians.” Stephens records their discoveries and also his travels in Central America, while Catherwood directs his immense artistic talent to illustrating views of Mayan architecture. Incidents of Travel in Central America, Chiapas and Yucatán was a best seller in its day and has been called an “Indiana Jones” saga by modern reviewers. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/incidents-of-travel-in-central-america-chiapas-and-yucatan-vol-2-by-john-lloyd-stephens/ |
year 1838 scene dense honduran forest along copán river two men john lloyd stephens frederick catherwood rediscover mayan civilization guide slashing rampant growth machete leads stone column fourteen feet high sculptured front portrait man solemn stern well fitted excite terror covered sides hieroglyphics workmanship equal finest monuments egyptians stephens records discoveries also travels central america catherwood directs immense artistic talent illustrating views mayan architecture incidents travel central america chiapas yucatán best seller day called indiana jones saga modern reviewers summary sue anderson p |
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6081 |
6652 |
Rome Express |
Arthur Griffiths |
Detective Fiction, *Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
The passengers in the sleeping car of the Rome Express were just woken and informed that they will reach Paris soon, and a bustle ensues. Only one passenger cannot be awoken by the porter, no matter how loudly he knocks. At last, when the door is forced open, the occupant of the compartment is found dead - stabbed to the heart. The murderer must be found among the passengers... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-rome-express-by-arthur-griffiths/ |
passengers sleeping car rome express woken informed reach paris soon bustle ensues one passenger cannot awoken porter matter loudly knocks last door forced open occupant compartment found dead stabbed heart murderer must found among passengers summary carolin p |
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6082 |
6653 |
幼年童話 (Yonen Dowa) Part 1 |
Nankichi Niimi |
Children's Fiction |
新見南吉は、1935年の5月頃、約30本の幼年童話を書きました。しかしそれらは、編集者に受け入れられませんでした。彼は、50本程の幼年童話を書きました。ほとんどは、死後に発行されました。この幼年童話集は、そにうち、25本を含みます。<br><br>\n\nNIIMI Nankichi wrote around 30 short stories for small children around May in 1935 to publish a book. However, they were not accepted by the publisher. In total he wrote around 50 stories for small children, most of them were published after his death. This collection includes 25 of those stories. (Summary by Uchida Masatomo)</p> |
Japanese |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/yonen-dowa-by-nankichi-niimi/ |
新見南吉は 1935年の5月頃 約30本の幼年童話を書きました しかしそれらは 編集者に受け入れられませんでした 彼は 50本程の幼年童話を書きました ほとんどは 死後に発行されました この幼年童話集は そにうち 25本を含みます br br niimi nankichi wrote around 30 short stories small children around may 1935 publish book however accepted publisher total wrote around 50 stories small children published death collection includes 25 stories summary uchida masatomo p |
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6083 |
6654 |
Purple Cloud |
Matthew Phipps Shiel |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The story, a recording of a medium's meditation over the future writing of the text, details the narrator's (Adam Jeffson's) expedition to the North Pole during the 20th century on board the Boreal. Jeffson's fiancée, the Countess Clodagh, poisons her own cousin in order to secure a place on the ship for Jeffson, because the expedition was known to be one of the best ever planned. A millionaire, who died some years previously, had ordered in his will that he would pay 175,000,000 dollars to the first person standing at the North Pole. Before Jeffson leaves, he hears a sermon by a Scottish priest named Mackay, speaking against Polar research, calling the failure of all previous expeditions the will of God, and prophesying a terrible fate for those who attempt to go against God's will in this. The narrator at the same time remembers his meeting with a man who claimed that the universe is a place of strife between vague "powers", "The White" and "The Black", for dominance. Throughout the events of the polar journey, the narrator gradually discovers that his course has been, for many years, guided by these forces, all the way up to the point where he reaches the pole first. He finds a huge, clear lake of spinning water with a rock island inlaid with inscriptions. Upon seeing this, Jeffson falls into a faint. When he returns to his camp he, along with his dogs, feels nauseous after having smelled a peculiar peach-like odor. He also notices a moving purple cloud, spreading in the far heavens. During the progress of his journey, he discovers dead animals, all without the slightest sign of injury, and he gradually learns of the death of his entire crew on board the Boreal. The ship being fairly easy to operate, he sets out by himself. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-purple-cloud-by-matthew-phipps-shiel/ |
story recording medium s meditation future writing text details narrator s adam jeffson s expedition north pole 20th century board boreal jeffson s fiancée countess clodagh poisons cousin order secure place ship jeffson expedition known one best ever planned millionaire died years previously ordered would pay 175 000 000 dollars first person standing north pole jeffson leaves hears sermon scottish priest named mackay speaking polar research calling failure previous expeditions god prophesying terrible fate attempt go god s this narrator time remembers meeting man claimed universe place strife vague powers the white the black dominance throughout events polar journey narrator gradually discovers course been many years guided forces way point reaches pole first finds huge clear lake spinning water rock island inlaid inscriptions upon seeing this jeffson falls faint returns camp he along dogs feels nauseous smelled peculiar peach like odor also notices moving purple cloud spreading far heavens progress journey discovers dead animals without slightest sign injury gradually learns death entire crew board boreal ship fairly easy operate sets himself summary wikipedia p |
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6084 |
6655 |
World as Will and Idea Volume 1 |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
Schopenhauer used the word "will" as a human's most familiar designation for the concept that can also be signified by other words such as "desire," "striving," "wanting," "effort," and "urging." Schopenhauer's philosophy holds that all nature, including man, is the expression of an insatiable will to life. It is through the will that mankind finds all their suffering. Desire for more is what causes this suffering. He used the word representation (Vorstellung) to signify the mental idea or image of any object that is experienced as being external to the mind. It is sometimes translated as idea or presentation. This concept includes the representation of the observing subject's own body. Schopenhauer called the subject's own body the immediate object because it is in the closest proximity to the mind, which is located in the brain. (Summary by wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-as-will-and-idea-volume-1-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
schopenhauer used word will human s familiar designation concept also signified words desire striving wanting effort urging schopenhauer s philosophy holds nature including man expression insatiable life mankind finds suffering desire causes suffering used word representation vorstellung signify mental idea image object experienced external mind sometimes translated idea presentation concept includes representation observing subject s body schopenhauer called subject s body immediate object closest proximity mind located brain summary wikipedia p |
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6085 |
6656 |
No Great Magic |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
They were a traveling group of Shakespearean players; perfectly harmless, right? wrong. For one thing, why did they have spacemen costumes in their wardrobes,next to caveman ones? Why was the girl in charge of backstage suffering from amnesia and agoraphobia? No Great Magic is needed to perform the plays they put on, but sometimes great science. No matter where, or when. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/no-great-magic-by-fritz-leiber/ |
traveling group shakespearean players perfectly harmless right wrong one thing spacemen costumes wardrobes next caveman ones girl charge backstage suffering amnesia agoraphobia great magic needed perform plays put on sometimes great science matter where when summary phil chenevert p |
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6088 |
6659 |
Ghost Sonata |
August Strindberg |
Fantastic Fiction, Drama |
The Ghost Sonata (Spöksonaten) is a play in three acts by Swedish playwright August Strindberg. Written in 1907, it was first produced at Strindberg's Intimate Theatre in Stockholm on 21 January 1908... The Ghost Sonata is a key text in the development of modernist drama and a vivid example of a chamber play. In it, Strindberg creates a world in which ghosts walk in bright daylight, a beautiful woman is transformed into a mummy and lives in the closet, and the household cook sucks all the nourishment out of the food before she serves it to her masters. The play relates the adventures of a young student, who idealizes the lives of the inhabitants of a stylish apartment building in Stockholm. He makes the acquaintance of the mysterious Jacob Hummel, who helps him to find his way into the apartment, only to find that it is a nest of betrayal and sickness. The world, the student learns, is hell and human beings must suffer to achieve salvation. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Old Hummel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Antony</a><br>The Student: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>The Dark Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6733">Snapdragon</a><br>The Colonel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7500">Cliff Thompson</a><br>The Mummy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>The Dandy/The Young Lady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Johannson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Bengtsson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>The Cook: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7218">MJ Franck</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Chuck Williamson</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-sonata-by-august-strindberg/ |
ghost sonata spöksonaten play three acts swedish playwright august strindberg written 1907 first produced strindberg s intimate theatre stockholm 21 january 1908 ghost sonata key text development modernist drama vivid example chamber play it strindberg creates world ghosts walk bright daylight beautiful woman transformed mummy lives closet household cook sucks nourishment food serves masters play relates adventures young student idealizes lives inhabitants stylish apartment building stockholm makes acquaintance mysterious jacob hummel helps find way apartment find nest betrayal sickness world student learns hell human beings must suffer achieve salvation summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br old hummel a href http librivox org reader 5637 antony a br the student a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br the dark lady a href http librivox org reader 6733 snapdragon a br the colonel a href http librivox org reader 7500 cliff thompson a br the mummy a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br the dandy the young lady a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br johannson a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br bengtsson a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br the cook a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7218 mj franck a br br strong audio edited chuck williamson strong br br |
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6089 |
6660 |
Jane Eyre, die Waise von Lowood |
Charlotte Brontë |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
Jane Eyre. Eine Autobiographie (Originaltitel: Jane Eyre. An Autobiography), erstmals erschienen im Jahr 1847 unter dem Pseudonym Currer Bell, ist der erste veröffentlichte Roman der britischen Autorin Charlotte Brontë und ein Klassiker der viktorianischen Romanliteratur des 19. Jahrhunderts. Der Roman erzählt die Lebensgeschichte von Jane Eyre, die nach einer schweren Kindheit eine Stelle als Gouvernante annimmt und sich in ihren Arbeitgeber verliebt, jedoch immer wieder um ihre Freiheit und Selbstbestimmung kämpfen muss. Der Stoff des Romanes wurde häufig für Theater, Film und Fernsehen bearbeitet. Provisorische Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia <p> |
German |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/jane-eyre-die-waise-von-lowood-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
jane eyre eine autobiographie originaltitel jane eyre autobiography erstmals erschienen im jahr 1847 unter dem pseudonym currer bell ist der erste veröffentlichte roman der britischen autorin charlotte brontë und ein klassiker der viktorianischen romanliteratur des 19 jahrhunderts der roman erzählt die lebensgeschichte von jane eyre die nach einer schweren kindheit eine stelle als gouvernante annimmt und sich ihren arbeitgeber verliebt jedoch immer wieder um ihre freiheit und selbstbestimmung kämpfen muss der stoff des romanes wurde häufig für theater film und fernsehen bearbeitet provisorische zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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6090 |
6661 |
Girl at Central |
Geraldine Bonner |
Detective Fiction |
Molly Morganthau, day operator in the telephone exchange, helps to solve a murder. (Summary by D. A. Frank) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-at-central-by-geraldine-bonner/ |
molly morganthau day operator telephone exchange helps solve murder summary d a frank p |
| 6148 |
6091 |
6662 |
There Was a Cherry-Tree |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of There Was a Cherry-Tree by James Whitcomb Riley. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 13, 2012.<br><br>Riley began his career writing verses as a sign maker and submitting poetry to newspapers. Thanks in part to an endorsement from poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, he eventually earned successive jobs at Indiana newspaper publishers during the latter 1870s. Riley gradually rose in prominence during the 1880s through his poetry reading tours. He traveled a touring circuit first in the Midwest, and then nationally, holding shows and making joint appearances on stage with other famous talents. Regularly struggling with his alcohol addiction, Riley never married or had children, and was involved in a scandal in 1888 when he became too drunk to perform. He became more popular in spite of the bad press he received, and as a result extricated himself from poorly negotiated contracts that limited his earnings; he quickly became very wealthy. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/there-was-a-cherry-tree-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings cherry tree james whitcomb riley weekly poetry project may 13 2012 br br riley began career writing verses sign maker submitting poetry newspapers thanks part endorsement poet henry wadsworth longfellow eventually earned successive jobs indiana newspaper publishers latter 1870s riley gradually rose prominence 1880s poetry reading tours traveled touring circuit first midwest nationally holding shows making joint appearances stage famous talents regularly struggling alcohol addiction riley never married children involved scandal 1888 became drunk perform became popular spite bad press received result extricated poorly negotiated contracts limited earnings quickly became wealthy summary wikipedia p |
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6092 |
6663 |
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, vol. 1 |
Jules Verne |
Exploration |
The famous writer of great adventure stories Jules Verne wrote also several lesser known, but good non-fiction works. "Celebrated travels and travellers" tells the story of geographical discovery in the same well written and precise manner we are used to finding in Verne’s fiction books. This book is divided into 3 volumes. This is the first volume, named the "Exploration of the World" and it covers the period in the World's history of exploration from B.C. 505 to the close of the 17th century. The second and third volumes are respectively entitled "The great navigators of the 18th century" and "The great navigators of the 19th century".<br/><br/>Coordinated by Kristine Bekere and Kajo.<br/><br/> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-travels-and-travellers-vol1-by-jules-verne/ |
famous writer great adventure stories jules verne wrote also several lesser known good non fiction works celebrated travels travellers tells story geographical discovery well written precise manner used finding verne s fiction books book divided 3 volumes first volume named exploration world covers period world s history exploration b c 505 close 17th century second third volumes respectively entitled the great navigators 18th century the great navigators 19th century br br coordinated kristine bekere kajo br br |
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6107 |
6678 |
Hand of Ethelberta |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
Ethelberta was raised in humble circumstances but became a governess and consequently, at the age of 18, married well. However, her husband died two weeks after the wedding. Her father-in-law, Lord Petherwin, died shortly afterwards. Ethelberta (now 21) lives with her mother-in-law, Lady Petherwin. In the three years that have elapsed since her marriage, Ethelberta has been treated to foreign travel and further privileges by Lady Petherwin but restricted from seeing her own family. The story follows Ethelberta's career as a famous poetess and storyteller. Meanwhile, she struggles to support her family and conceal the fact that her father is a butler. Ethelberta easily attracts four very persistent suitors but is reluctant to give her much-coveted hand. The book is written in serial form. (Summary by Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-hand-of-ethelberta-by-thomas-hardy/ |
ethelberta raised humble circumstances became governess consequently age 18 married well however husband died two weeks wedding father in law lord petherwin died shortly afterwards ethelberta now 21 lives mother in law lady petherwin three years elapsed since marriage ethelberta treated foreign travel privileges lady petherwin restricted seeing family story follows ethelberta s career famous poetess storyteller meanwhile struggles support family conceal fact father butler ethelberta easily attracts four persistent suitors reluctant give much coveted hand book written serial form summary simon evers p |
| 6151 |
6093 |
6664 |
Story of the Mikado |
W. S. Gilbert |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The Mikado is the ninth of the 14 Gilbert and Sullivan musical collaborations. It opened in 1885, had the second longest run for any work of musical theatre of the time, and remains the most frequently performed Gilbert and Sullivan. It was adapted as a children's book by W. S. Gilbert entitled The Story of The Mikado, which was Gilbert's last literary work (and published posthumously). It is a retelling of The Mikado, with various changes to simplify language or make it more suitable for children.<br><br>This is that children's book. No singing or any of Sullivan's music, just Gilbert's witty words laid out - by him - in prose and poetry with amusing asides.<br><br>The Forward mentions some illustrations by Alice B. Woodward in the hardcopy, and they are lovely. They can be seen by following the e-text link to the actual scanned book if you wish.<br><br>(Summary by Wikipedia and ToddHW)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-mikado-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
mikado ninth 14 gilbert sullivan musical collaborations opened 1885 second longest run work musical theatre time remains frequently performed gilbert sullivan adapted children s book w s gilbert entitled story mikado gilbert s last literary work and published posthumously retelling mikado various changes simplify language make suitable children br br this children s book singing sullivan s music gilbert s witty words laid prose poetry amusing asides br br the forward mentions illustrations alice b woodward hardcopy lovely seen following e text link actual scanned book wish br br summary wikipedia toddhw p |
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6094 |
6665 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 4 |
Agnes Strickland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elizabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br><br>Volume 4 includes the biographies of Elizabeth of York, Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymore, Anne of Cleves, and Katherine Howard. (Summary by Ann Boulais) </p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-4-by-agnes-and-elizabeth-strickland/ |
lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elizabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume 4 includes biographies elizabeth york katherine aragon anne boleyn jane seymore anne cleves katherine howard summary ann boulais p |
| 6153 |
6095 |
6666 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. III |
James Boswell |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This is the third volume of the Biography of Samuel Johnson. </p>\n\nSamuel Johnson's Life has been documented in great detail by his friends, this biography being originally published by James Boswell, and then edited several times by other persons, such as John Croker, who have been friends of both Samuel Johnson as well as James Boswell.</p>\n\nAlready famous during his life time, Samuel Johnson's biography attracted considerable attention when it was published after Johnson's death, and continues to be read until today.</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-3-by-james-boswell/ |
third volume biography samuel johnson p samuel johnson s life documented great detail friends biography originally published james boswell edited several times persons john croker friends samuel johnson well james boswell p already famous life time samuel johnson s biography attracted considerable attention published johnson s death continues read today p |
| 6154 |
6096 |
6667 |
Shakespearean Dialogues Collection 002 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is the second LibriVox collection of scenes from Shakespeare's plays, mainly comprising dialogues between two characters. The theme for this collection is "Women's Worlds," as the excerpts are all scenes between female characters. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<ul><li> <i>All's Well That Ends Well, Act 1 Scene 3</i> read by: Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw \n<li> <i>As You Like It, Act 3 Scene 2</i> read by: Eden Rea-Hedrick, Caprisha Page \n<li> <i>Coriolanus, Act 1 Scene 3</i> read by: Duan, Martin Geeson, Caprisha Page \n<li> <i>Henry V, Act 3 Scene 4</i> read by: Tiffany Halla Colonna, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>Love's Labor's Lost, Act 5 Scene 2</i> read by: Duan, Amanda Friday, Elizabeth Klett, Caprisha Page \n<li> <i>The Merchant of Venice, Act 1 Scene 2</i> read by: Duan, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>The Merry Wives of Windsor, Act 2 Scene 1</i> read by: CaprishaPage, Arielle Lipshaw \n<li> <i>Much Ado About Nothing, Act 3 Scene 1</i> read by: Verity Kendall, Amanda Friday, Caprisha Page \n<li> <i>Much Ado About Nothing, Act 3 Scene 4</i> read by: Grace Garrett, Caprisha Page, April Gonzales, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>Othello, Act 4 Scene 3</i> read by: Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw \n<li> <i>Richard III, Act 4 Scene 4</i> read by: CaprishaPage, Arielle Lipshaw, Elizabeth Klett \n<li> <i>Romeo and Juliet, Act 1 Scene 3</i> read by: Duan, Arielle Lipshaw, Eden Rea-Hedrick \n<li> <i>Romeo and Juliet, Act 3 Scene 2</i> read by: Verity Kendall, Amanda Friday \n<li> <i>Twelfth Night, Act 3 Scene 1</i> read by: Eden Rea-Hedrick, Amanda Friday \n<li> <i>The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Act 1 Scene 2</i> read by: April Gonzales, Tiffany Halla Colonna \n</ul></p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/shakespearean-dialogues-collection-002-by-william-shakespeare/ |
second librivox collection scenes shakespeare s plays mainly comprising dialogues two characters theme collection women s worlds excerpts scenes female characters summary elizabeth klett br br ul li i all s well ends well act 1 scene 3 i read by elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw li i as like it act 3 scene 2 i read by eden rea hedrick caprisha page li i coriolanus act 1 scene 3 i read by duan martin geeson caprisha page li i henry v act 3 scene 4 i read by tiffany halla colonna elizabeth klett li i love s labor s lost act 5 scene 2 i read by duan amanda friday elizabeth klett caprisha page li i the merchant venice act 1 scene 2 i read by duan elizabeth klett li i the merry wives windsor act 2 scene 1 i read by caprishapage arielle lipshaw li i much ado nothing act 3 scene 1 i read by verity kendall amanda friday caprisha page li i much ado nothing act 3 scene 4 i read by grace garrett caprisha page april gonzales elizabeth klett li i othello act 4 scene 3 i read by elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw li i richard iii act 4 scene 4 i read by caprishapage arielle lipshaw elizabeth klett li i romeo juliet act 1 scene 3 i read by duan arielle lipshaw eden rea hedrick li i romeo juliet act 3 scene 2 i read by verity kendall amanda friday li i twelfth night act 3 scene 1 i read by eden rea hedrick amanda friday li i the two gentlemen verona act 1 scene 2 i read by april gonzales tiffany halla colonna ul p |
| 6155 |
6097 |
6668 |
Devolutionist and the Emancipatrix |
Homer Eon Flint |
Science Fiction |
In the Devolutionist, space travelers experiment with Venusian methods of telepathic space travel. They leave our solar system to discover and explore the earthlike planet Capellette of the star Capella. In the Emancipatrix, they go to the planet Sanus of the star Arcturus. In both unique worlds, they become embroiled in the struggles and challenges of the inhabitants, and much more. This is Book Two of the Dr. Kinney adventures. (Summary by A.Gramour)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-devolutionist-and-the-emancipatrix-by-homer-eon-flint/ |
devolutionist space travelers experiment venusian methods telepathic space travel leave solar system discover explore earthlike planet capellette star capella emancipatrix go planet sanus star arcturus unique worlds become embroiled struggles challenges inhabitants much more book two dr kinney adventures summary a gramour p |
| 6156 |
6108 |
6679 |
Arm of the Law |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
A quiet backwater outpost on Mars gets a surprise in the form of a new police recruit - in a box! Yep, it's a prototype robot cop sent to the backwater station for testing. And Harrison tells the strange, funny and scary things that begin to happen after that, as only he can.</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/arm-of-the-law-by/ |
quiet backwater outpost mars gets surprise form new police recruit box yep prototype robot cop sent backwater station testing harrison tells strange funny scary things begin happen that can p |
| 6157 |
8139 |
8760 |
Menexenus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Menexenus (ΜΕΝΕΞΕΝΟΣ) is thought to have been written by Plato (ΠΛΑΤΩΝ). The dialogue consists of Socrates (ΣΩΚΡΑΤΗΣ) recounting a funeral oration he claims to have learned from the female philosopher Aspasia (ΑΣΠΑΣΙΑ) who may have been wealthy, a courtesan or both. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/menexenus-by-plato/ |
menexenus μενεξενος thought written plato πλατων dialogue consists socrates σωκρατης recounting funeral oration claims learned female philosopher aspasia ασπασια may wealthy courtesan both summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 6158 |
6098 |
6669 |
Love Affairs of a Bibliomaniac |
Eugene Field |
Biography & Autobiography |
Do you love books? No, I mean REALLY love books? These series of sketches on the delights, adventures, and misadventures connected with bibliomania (bibliomania is characterized by the collecting of books which have no use to the collector nor any great intrinsic value to a genuine book collector. The purchase of multiple copies of the same book and edition and the accumulation of books beyond possible capacity of use or enjoyment are frequent symptoms of bibliomania.). The author wholeheartedly enjoyed this pursuit all his life and his descriptions are delightful to read. Anyone who has lovingly held a book, smelled it, and enjoyed it for being just what it is, will understand what the author puts so well. According to the author, collectors may be grouped in three classes: Those who collect from vanity, those who collect for the benefits of learning and those who collect out of veneration and love for books. Mr. Field fell squarly in the latter category.\n\nSummary from the preface and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-affairs-of-a-bibliomaniac-by-eugene-field/ |
love books no mean really love books series sketches delights adventures misadventures connected bibliomania bibliomania characterized collecting books use collector great intrinsic value genuine book collector purchase multiple copies book edition accumulation books beyond possible capacity use enjoyment frequent symptoms bibliomania author wholeheartedly enjoyed pursuit life descriptions delightful read anyone lovingly held book smelled it enjoyed is understand author puts well according author collectors may grouped three classes collect vanity collect benefits learning collect veneration love books mr field fell squarly latter category summary preface phil chenevert p |
| 6159 |
6099 |
6670 |
Cutlass and Cudgel |
George Manville Fenn |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Based around the crew of cutter HMS White Hawk, this is a tale of smuggling in the early 19th century off the coast of Wessex. The midshipman of the cutter is taken hostage by the smugglers and is befriended by a farm-boy, son of one of the smugglers. His friendship is rudely rebuffed, the midshipman eventually escapes and the farm-boy gets his long-held dream of becoming a seaman on an Excise vessel. (Summary by RebeccaD)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/cutlass-and-cudgel-by-george-manville-fenn/ |
based around crew cutter hms white hawk tale smuggling early 19th century coast wessex midshipman cutter taken hostage smugglers befriended farm boy son one smugglers friendship rudely rebuffed midshipman eventually escapes farm boy gets long held dream becoming seaman excise vessel summary rebeccad p |
| 6160 |
6100 |
6671 |
New Swiss Family Robinson |
Owen Wister |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
A parody of its famous predecessor, this short piece was written by Owen Wister for the Harvard Lampoon (Summary by David Wales) <p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-swiss-family-robinson-by-owen-wister/ |
parody famous predecessor short piece written owen wister harvard lampoon summary david wales p |
| 6161 |
6101 |
6672 |
Nan Sherwood at Lakeview Hall |
Annie Roe Carr |
Children's Fiction |
The story of a young girl heading off to boarding school and the adventures that she has there. (Summary by Linda Ciano) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/nan-sherwood-at-lakeview-hall-by-annie-roe-carr/ |
story young girl heading boarding school adventures there summary linda ciano |
| 6162 |
6102 |
6673 |
Carved Lions |
Mary Louisa Molesworth |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
When two life sized carved lions from the east are given as a gift to an English household, the children of the house are enchanted, especially when the lions come to life and help take care of them. This is a delightful book for young girls but retains some adult appeal. The author Mrs Molesworth has been called "the Jane Austen of the nursery. (Summary by Ilianthe) </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-carved-lions-by-mary-louisa-molesworth/ |
two life sized carved lions east given gift english household children house enchanted especially lions come life help take care them delightful book young girls retains adult appeal author mrs molesworth called the jane austen nursery summary ilianthe p |
| 6163 |
6103 |
6674 |
Conduct of Life |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Modern |
This is the best of Emerson's later works, qualifying his earlier popular essays, series one and two, with the heavier hand of experience. The Conduct of Life ostensibly is a set of essays about how to live life, but also is an amalgam of what life taught Emerson. (Summary by Daniel Christopher June) |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-conduct-of-life-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
best emerson s later works qualifying earlier popular essays series one two heavier hand experience conduct life ostensibly set essays live life also amalgam life taught emerson summary daniel christopher june |
| 6164 |
6104 |
6675 |
Golden Fleece and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles |
Pádraic Colum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
<p>This is Irish folklorist Padraic Colum's masterful retelling of many Greek myths, focusing on Jason and the Argonauts' quest to find the Golden Fleece. He also includes the stories of Atalanta, Heracles, Perseus, Theseus, and others. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\nNote: Section 25 was replaced on June 2, 2020. The original file was missing the second portion of the text. The new file has the section in its entirety with a different reader for the second portion.<br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-fleece-and-the-heroes-who-lived-before-achilles-by-padraic-colum/ |
p this irish folklorist padraic colum s masterful retelling many greek myths focusing jason argonauts quest find golden fleece also includes stories atalanta heracles perseus theseus others summary elizabeth klett p note section 25 replaced june 2 2020 original file missing second portion text new file section entirety different reader second portion br |
| 6165 |
6105 |
6676 |
Lin McLean |
Owen Wister |
Westerns |
Lin McLean is an unaffected, attractive young cowboy in the Wyoming territory before statehood. This book is various stories in his life. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/lin-mclean-by-owen-wister/ |
lin mclean unaffected attractive young cowboy wyoming territory statehood book various stories life summary david wales p |
| 6166 |
6106 |
6677 |
In the Nursery of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
Full of delightful nursery rhymes, charming poems and engaging stories, folk and fairy tales, this is the first volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for little ones. Originally published in the 1920's as a six volume set, these books, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, contained the best in children's literature, stories, poems and nursery rhymes. They progressed in difficulty through the different volumes - this first being intended for the youngest audience. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-nursery-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
full delightful nursery rhymes charming poems engaging stories folk fairy tales first volume my bookhouse series little ones originally published 1920 s six volume set books edited olive beaupre miller contained best children s literature stories poems nursery rhymes progressed difficulty different volumes first intended youngest audience summary maria therese p |
| 6167 |
6109 |
6680 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίοv 4 (Book 4) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Antiquity |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 4 από τα 8.\n\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 4 of 8. (Summary by olorou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-4-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 4 από τα 8 thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 4 8 summary olorou p |
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6110 |
6681 |
Hindoo Tales or the Adventures of Ten Princes |
Daṇḍin |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This book describes the adventures of ten Kumaras, i.e., young men, (all of whom are either princes or sons of royal ministers), as narrated by the men themselves. These narratives are replete with accounts of demigods, ghosts, gamblers, intrigues with voluptious women, astonishing coincidences, cockfights, anthropophagy, sorcery, robberies, murders and wars. (Summary by wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/hindoo-tales-or-the-adventures-of-ten-princes-by-dandin/ |
book describes adventures ten kumaras i e young men all either princes sons royal ministers narrated men themselves narratives replete accounts demigods ghosts gamblers intrigues voluptious women astonishing coincidences cockfights anthropophagy sorcery robberies murders wars summary wikipedia p |
| 6169 |
6111 |
6682 |
Wild Swans at Coole |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry |
The Wild Swans at Coole is a collection of poems by William Butler Yeats, first published in 1917. It is also the name of a poem in that collection. The Wild Swans at Coole is in the "middle stage" of Yeats' writing and is concerned with, amongst other themes, Irish nationalism and the creation of an Irish aesthetic. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-swans-at-coole-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
wild swans coole collection poems william butler yeats first published 1917 also name poem collection wild swans coole middle stage yeats writing concerned with amongst themes irish nationalism creation irish aesthetic summary wikipedia p |
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6683 |
Little Prudy |
Rebecca Sophia Clarke |
Children's Fiction |
I am going to tell you something about a little girl who was always saying and doing funny things, and very often getting into trouble. Her name was Prudy Parlin, and she and her sister Susy, three years older, lived in Portland, in the State of Maine, though every summer they went to Willowbrook, to visit their grandmother. (From chapter 1 ) </p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/little-prudy-by-rebecca-sophia-clarke/ |
going tell something little girl always saying funny things often getting trouble name prudy parlin sister susy three years older lived portland state maine though every summer went willowbrook visit grandmother from chapter 1 p |
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6113 |
6684 |
Ballade of Suicide |
G. K. Chesterton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of A Ballade of Suicide by G. K. Chesterton. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 20, 2012.<br><br>Gilbert Keith Chesterton was an English writer. He published works on philosophy, ontology, poetry, plays, journalism, public lectures and debates, literary and art criticism, biography, Christian apologetics, and fiction, including fantasy and detective fiction. Chesterton has been called the "prince of paradox". Time magazine, in a review of a biography of Chesterton, observed of his writing style: "Whenever possible Chesterton made his points with popular sayings, proverbs, allegories—first carefully turning them inside out." For example, Chesterton wrote "Thieves respect property. They merely wish the property to become their property that they may more perfectly respect it." (Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-ballade-of-suicide-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings ballade suicide g k chesterton fortnightly poetry project may 20 2012 br br gilbert keith chesterton english writer published works philosophy ontology poetry plays journalism public lectures debates literary art criticism biography christian apologetics fiction including fantasy detective fiction chesterton called prince paradox time magazine review biography chesterton observed writing style whenever possible chesterton made points popular sayings proverbs allegories first carefully turning inside out example chesterton wrote thieves respect property merely wish property become property may perfectly respect it summary wikipedia p |
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6114 |
6685 |
Pool |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Pool by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 20, 2012.<br><br>Paul Laurence Dunbar (June 27, 1872 – February 9, 1906) was an African American poet, novelist, and playwright of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Much of his popular work in his lifetime used a Negro dialect, which helped him become one of the first nationally-accepted African American writers. Much of his writing, however, does not use dialect; these more traditional poems have become of greater interest to scholars.(Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-pool-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings pool paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project may 20 2012 br br paul laurence dunbar june 27 1872 february 9 1906 african american poet novelist playwright late 19th early 20th centuries much popular work lifetime used negro dialect helped become one first nationally accepted african american writers much writing however use dialect traditional poems become greater interest scholars summary wikipedia p |
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6698 |
Adventures of a Grain of Dust |
Hallam Hawksworth |
Children's Non-fiction, Science |
<p>This charming book for children is full of interesting facts about all sorts of plants, insects, birds and animals and how they all help to enrich the soil for farmers - each in its own special way. Join our narrator, The Grain of Dust on a fascinating journey around the planet to meet them. <br /><br /> <size=10>"I don't want you to think that I'm boasting, but I do believe I'm one of the greatest travellers that ever was; and if anybody, living or dead, has ever gone through with more than I have I'd like to hear about it. Not that I've personally been in all the places or taken part in all the things I tell in this book—I don't mean to say that—but I do ask you to remember how long it is possible for a grain of dust to last, and how many other far-travelled and much-adventured dust grains it must meet and mix with in the course of its life. ...Finally, if what we call flesh and blood can think and talk, why not a grain of dust? In fact, what is flesh and blood but dust come back to life? Says the poet—and the poets know:\n<br /><br />\n'The very dust that blows along the street Once whispered to its love that life is sweet.'\n<br /><br />\nYou see it's as likely a thing as could happen—this whole story." </size> </p><p>Summary by J. M. Smallheer with quotes from the Preface of the book</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-a-grain-of-dust-by-hallam-hawksworth/ |
p this charming book children full interesting facts sorts plants insects birds animals help enrich soil farmers special way join narrator grain dust fascinating journey around planet meet them br br size 10 i want think i m boasting believe i m one greatest travellers ever was anybody living dead ever gone i d like hear it i ve personally places taken part things tell book i mean say that but ask remember long possible grain dust last many far travelled much adventured dust grains must meet mix course life finally call flesh blood think talk grain dust fact flesh blood dust come back life says poet and poets know br br the dust blows along street whispered love life sweet br br see likely thing could happen this whole story size p p summary j m smallheer quotes preface book p |
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6115 |
6686 |
Historietas Nacionales |
Pedro Antonio de Alarcón y Ariza |
Short Stories |
Cuentos españoles relacionados con la Guerra de Independencia. Introducción por Eduardo Mendez.<BR><BR>\n"Historietas Nacionales" (Short National Stories) is a collection of short novels written by Pedro Antonio de Alarcon (Guadix 1833 – Madrid 1891) and published in 19881. These stories cover the XIX century of Spain from the Independence War, which started the end of Napoleon empire, to the Carlistas civil wars, the political changes and how the people lived thorugh them. Although the more entertaining pieces are at the first half of the book, you will find a great picture of the tumultuous XIX century in Spain.<BR>Other books of the same author at Librivox are <a href="http://librivox.org/el-sombrero-de-tres-picos-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon-y-ariza/">"El Sombrero de Tres Picos"</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/el-capitan-veneno-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon/">"El Capitan Veneno"</a>. (Summary by Eduardo Mendez)</p> |
Spanish |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/historietas-nacionales-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon-y-ariza/ |
cuentos españoles relacionados con la guerra de independencia introducción por eduardo mendez br br historietas nacionales short national stories collection short novels written pedro antonio de alarcon guadix 1833 madrid 1891 published 19881 stories cover xix century spain independence war started end napoleon empire carlistas civil wars political changes people lived thorugh them although entertaining pieces first half book find great picture tumultuous xix century spain br other books author librivox a href http librivox org el sombrero de tres picos by pedro antonio de alarcon y ariza el sombrero de tres picos a a href http librivox org el capitan veneno by pedro antonio de alarcon el capitan veneno a summary eduardo mendez p |
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6687 |
In Brief Authority |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Fantasy Fiction |
Satiric comedy from 1915 about a nouveau riche British family and their nanny who get whisked off to Maerchenland ('the land of Fairy Tales') one evening in a car drawn by storks. The matron of the family, a thorough snob, is crowned Queen of the country by mistake. She is quick to accept her new position and is determined to introduce British social niceties in her realm. And this really is the land of Fairy Tales, with gnomes, giants, a dragon, magic, a fairy godmother and more. Trouble quickly starts to brew as the royal couple and their son introduce things like capitalism and golf. When gradually a few people find out who should actually have been the new ruler, things get more and more complicated. A bit of romance is thrown into this mixture as well. You'll have to listen to find out whether everyone lives happily ever after.<BR>In the preface and epilogue, the author won't let his audience forget the troubled times in the real world, in the heat of World War I. (Summary by Anna Simon) <BR><BR>Proof-listeners were Rapunzelina and April Gonzales.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/in-brief-authority-by-f-anstey/ |
satiric comedy 1915 nouveau riche british family nanny get whisked maerchenland the land fairy tales one evening car drawn storks matron family thorough snob crowned queen country mistake quick accept new position determined introduce british social niceties realm really land fairy tales gnomes giants dragon magic fairy godmother more trouble quickly starts brew royal couple son introduce things like capitalism golf gradually people find actually new ruler things get complicated bit romance thrown mixture well listen find whether everyone lives happily ever after br in preface epilogue author let audience forget troubled times real world heat world war i summary anna simon br br proof listeners rapunzelina april gonzales p |
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6688 |
Mopsa The Fairy |
Jean Ingelow |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
Jean Ingelow (1820 – 1897) was one of the more famous poets of the period, indeed many people suggested that she should succeed Alfred, Lord Tennyson as the first female Poet Laureate when he died in 1892. Mopsa the Fairy, written in 1869 is one of her more enduring stories. It is a delightful fantasy about a young boy who discovers a nest of young fairies and tells of their adventures together. (Summary by Noel Badrian)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/mopsa-the-fairy-by-jean-ingelow/ |
jean ingelow 1820 1897 one famous poets period indeed many people suggested succeed alfred lord tennyson first female poet laureate died 1892 mopsa fairy written 1869 one enduring stories delightful fantasy young boy discovers nest young fairies tells adventures together summary noel badrian p |
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6689 |
Origins of Christianity |
Thomas Whittaker |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Religion, Antiquity |
The full title of this book is The Origins of Christianity with an Outline of Van Manen’s Analysis of The Pauline Literature. Willem Christiaan van Manen (1842-1905) was a Dutch theologian. The vast majority of van Manen’s radical criticism of the New Testament and Christian origins has never been translated into English. </p>\n\nIn this book, Thomas Whittaker outlines the arguments of van Manen for an English-speaking audience. Van Manen’s work is not now generally known, but his views obtained notoriety by the articles and books that he wrote, in which he maintained that none of the Epistles that bear the Apostle Paul’s name were in fact written by him. From van Manen’s conclusions, Whittaker goes further and relegates the whole body of the New Testament to the second century, and even places the beginning of the Christian movement until after the destruction of Jerusalem in the year 70. Of Paul himself very little is certain, though Whittaker maintains that there may have been an itinerant preacher of that name. Whittaker comes to the conclusion that Jesus of Nazareth is entirely a mythical personage, but holds that what afterwards became Christianity or Paulinism had its origin in a Jewish-Messianic movement. (Summary by JoeD)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-origins-of-christianity-by-thomas-whittaker/ |
full title book origins christianity outline van manen s analysis pauline literature willem christiaan van manen 1842 1905 dutch theologian vast majority van manen s radical criticism new testament christian origins never translated english p book thomas whittaker outlines arguments van manen english speaking audience van manen s work generally known views obtained notoriety articles books wrote maintained none epistles bear apostle paul s name fact written him van manen s conclusions whittaker goes relegates whole body new testament second century even places beginning christian movement destruction jerusalem year 70 paul little certain though whittaker maintains may itinerant preacher name whittaker comes conclusion jesus nazareth entirely mythical personage holds afterwards became christianity paulinism origin jewish messianic movement summary joed p |
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6690 |
Байки Леонiда Глiбова (Fables by Glibov) |
Leonid Hlibov |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
Леонід Глібов набув слави за свої оригінальні байки на української мові. Вiн відомий як один із засновників української літератури для дітей. Усього він написав понад сотню творів цього жанру. Його перша збірка українськіх творів «Байки Леоніда Глібова», що містила 36 творів, вийшла у Києві у 1863 р.</p> |
Ukrainian |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/fables-by-glibov/ |
леонід глібов набув слави за свої оригінальні байки на української мові вiн відомий як один із засновників української літератури для дітей усього він написав понад сотню творів цього жанру його перша збірка українськіх творів байки леоніда глібова що містила 36 творів вийшла у києві у 1863 р p |
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7400 |
8007 |
Tom Swift Among the Diamond Makers |
Victor Appleton |
Science Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Tom Swift flies his airship to the mountain tops of Colorado to seek for the secret of the Diamond Makers: criminal scientists who have figured out the formula of manufacturing a limitless fortune in diamonds. But these rogues will stop at nothing to keep their secret. Tom & friends are soon captured and left to die in a collapsing mountain. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-among-the-diamond-makers-by-victor-appleton/ |
tom swift flies airship mountain tops colorado seek secret diamond makers criminal scientists figured formula manufacturing limitless fortune diamonds rogues stop nothing keep secret tom friends soon captured left die collapsing mountain summary wikipedia p |
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6691 |
Tragical History of Doctor Faustus (1616 version) |
Christopher Marlowe |
Tragedy |
The Tragicall History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus, commonly referred to simply as Doctor Faustus, is a play by Christopher Marlowe, based on the Faust story, in which a man sells his soul to the devil for power and knowledge. Doctor Faustus was first published in 1604, eleven years after Marlowe's death and at least twelve years after the first performance of the play. "No Elizabethan play outside the Shakespeare canon has raised more controversy than Doctor Faustus. There is no agreement concerning the nature of the text and the date of composition... and the centrality of the Faust legend in the history of the Western world precludes any definitive agreement on the interpretation of the play. This recording uses the 1616 quarto, published by John Wright, which contains significant alterations from and additions to the quarto of 1604. The text of the first quarto was used for a <a href="http://librivox.org/the-tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-by-christopher-marlowe/">previous Librivox recording</a>. (Summary by Wikidpedia and Algy Pug)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Faustus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Mephistophilis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5321">Adam Whybray</a><br>Wagner/Lucifer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Valdes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7448">Kevin Johnson</a><br>Cornelius/Bruno/Vintner/Martino: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>Good Angel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Evil Angel/Sloth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Clown/Covetousness/Robin/Emperor Charles V: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>First Scholar/Lechery/Hostess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7410">Lauren Burwell</a><br>Second Scholar/First Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Third Scholar/Dick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Beelzebub: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Pride/Archbishop of Rheims/Second Soldier/Servant/Old Man/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Envy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Wrath: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2269">Rhonda Federman</a><br>Gluttony/Raymond/Duke of Saxony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Pope: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Cardinal of France: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5625">Readalot</a><br>Friar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6147">Liberty Stump</a><br>Frederick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Benvolio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7500">Cliff Thompson</a><br>Horse courser/Carter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>Duke of Vanholt/Cardinal of Padua: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Duchess of Vanholt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1328">Duan</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Algy Pug</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-1616-version-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
tragicall history life death doctor faustus commonly referred simply doctor faustus play christopher marlowe based faust story man sells soul devil power knowledge doctor faustus first published 1604 eleven years marlowe s death least twelve years first performance play no elizabethan play outside shakespeare canon raised controversy doctor faustus agreement concerning nature text date composition centrality faust legend history western world precludes definitive agreement interpretation play recording uses 1616 quarto published john wright contains significant alterations additions quarto 1604 text first quarto used a href http librivox org the tragical history of doctor faustus by christopher marlowe previous librivox recording a summary wikidpedia algy pug br br strong cast strong br chorus a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br faustus a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br mephistophilis a href http librivox org reader 5321 adam whybray a br wagner lucifer a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br valdes a href http librivox org reader 7448 kevin johnson a br cornelius bruno vintner martino a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br good angel a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br evil angel sloth a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br clown covetousness robin emperor charles v a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br first scholar lechery hostess a href http librivox org reader 7410 lauren burwell a br second scholar first soldier a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br third scholar dick a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br beelzebub a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br pride archbishop rheims second soldier servant old man narrator a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br envy a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br wrath a href http librivox org reader 2269 rhonda federman a br gluttony raymond duke saxony a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br pope a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br cardinal france a href http librivox org reader 5625 readalot a br friar a href http librivox org reader 6147 liberty stump a br frederick a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br benvolio a href http librivox org reader 7500 cliff thompson a br horse courser carter a href http librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br duke vanholt cardinal padua a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br duchess vanholt a href http librivox org reader 1328 duan a br br strong audio edited algy pug strong br br |
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6692 |
Black Prophet: A Tale of Irish Famine |
William Carleton |
Historical Fiction |
A story about the Irish, just before the onset of the famine of 1847, with all the color and dialogue of a man who lived it. (Summary by JCarson)<p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-prophet-a-tale-of-irish-famine-by-william-carleton/ |
story irish onset famine 1847 color dialogue man lived it summary jcarson p |
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6122 |
6693 |
Story of Peter Pan |
J. M. Barrie |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
THE STORY OF PETER PAN RETOLD FROM THE FAIRY PLAY BY SIR J.M. BARRIE BY DANIEL O'CONNOR. Basically, Daniel O'Connor took the story from the original play, with the approval of Barrie, and shortened it into a book with music and beautiful illustrations. This shorter book was published before Barrie wrote the longer novel Peter and Wendy using the same plot and characters. (Summary from the fly leaf and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-peter-pan-by-j-m-barrie/ |
story peter pan retold fairy play sir j m barrie daniel o connor basically daniel o connor took story original play approval barrie shortened book music beautiful illustrations shorter book published barrie wrote longer novel peter wendy using plot characters summary fly leaf phil chenevert p |
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6123 |
6694 |
Philo Gubb, Correspondence-School Detective |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
Philo Gubb, not being content with his job as wallpaper-hanger, has higher aspirations: to become a detective, just like Sherlock Holmes. To that end, he enrolls in a correspondence course, where he gets lessons through the mail as well as the necessary disguises for a detective. Philo Gubb, not being really clever or intuitive, or even looking good in those disguises, gets involved in one case after the other - and sooner or later happens to stumble on and solve the crime..Each of these stories is a complete mystery unto itself so if you read just one, you will know it's beginning and the unorthodox methods by which Philo Gubb, Correspondence-School Detective solves it using his woeful 'deteckative' (as he puts it) skills (Summary by Availle and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/philo-gubb-correspondence-school-detective-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
philo gubb content job wallpaper hanger higher aspirations become detective like sherlock holmes end enrolls correspondence course gets lessons mail well necessary disguises detective philo gubb really clever intuitive even looking good disguises gets involved one case sooner later happens stumble solve crime each stories complete mystery unto read one know beginning unorthodox methods philo gubb correspondence school detective solves using woeful deteckative as puts it skills summary availle phil chenevert p |
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6124 |
6695 |
Seats of The Mighty |
Gilbert Parker |
Plays |
For the time of his story Mr. Parker has chosen the most absorbing period of the romantic eighteenth-century history of Quebec. The curtain rises soon after General Braddock's defeat in Virginia, and the hero, a prisoner in Quebec, curiously entangled in the intrigues of La Pompadour, becomes a part of a strange history, full of adventure and the stress of peril, which culminates only after Wolfe's victory over Montcalm. The material offered by the life and history of old Quebec has never been utilized for the purposes of fiction with the command of plot and incident, the mastery of local color, and the splendid realization of dramatic situations shown in this distinguished and moving romance. The illustrations preserve the atmosphere of the text, for they present the famous buildings, gates, and battle grounds as they appeared at the time of the hero's imprisonment in Quebec. (Summary by D. Appleton and Company, 1896)\n<br><br>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrator, Captain Lancy, Sir John Godric, Scarat, Mr. Stevens, Officer Kingdon, Sailor, Midshipman: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5009">Michael Reuss</a><br>Captain Robert Moray: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Madamoiselle Alixe Duvarney: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Monsieur Doltaire: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6965">NoelBadrian</a><br>Gabord: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br>General Wolfe, The Surgeon, Bishop: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Intendant Francois Bigot, Chevalier de la Darante, The Voice: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6535">Ron Altman</a><br>Intendant Francois Bigot, Servant, Commandant Ramesay, The Intendant's Valet, Bamboir, Sentinal, General Murray: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br>Governor Marquis de Vaudreuil, John Mitchell, Grandfather: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Voban: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Seigneur Duvarney: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Madame Duvarney, Mathilde, Singers, Mother Superior: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7218">MJ Franck</a><br>Marquis de Montcalm: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Babette: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Mr. Wainfleet, Women Singers, Farmer's Son: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=3157">TriciaG</a><br>Madame Cournal, Madame Jamond: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Madame Cournal: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=5888">Tisha Bordon</a><br>Juste Duvarney, Sailor Jack, Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Jeanie: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=4174">Availle</a><br>Prophet Man, Officer Legrand: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6511">csjesi1</a><br>Guard, Jean Labrouk, Sentinal at Gate 1, Sentinal at Gate 2, Sentinal at Chateau St. Louis, Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/newcatalog/people_public.php?peopleid=6548">Kristingj</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> ToddHW<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-seats-of-the-mighty-by-gilbert-parker/ |
time story mr parker chosen absorbing period romantic eighteenth century history quebec curtain rises soon general braddock s defeat virginia hero prisoner quebec curiously entangled intrigues la pompadour becomes part strange history full adventure stress peril culminates wolfe s victory montcalm material offered life history old quebec never utilized purposes fiction command plot incident mastery local color splendid realization dramatic situations shown distinguished moving romance illustrations preserve atmosphere text present famous buildings gates battle grounds appeared time hero s imprisonment quebec summary d appleton company 1896 br br strong cast strong br p narrator captain lancy sir john godric scarat mr stevens officer kingdon sailor midshipman a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5009 michael reuss a br captain robert moray a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7247 robert hoffman a br madamoiselle alixe duvarney a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6544 amanda friday a br monsieur doltaire a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6965 noelbadrian a br gabord a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br general wolfe surgeon bishop a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3595 martin geeson a br intendant francois bigot chevalier de la darante voice a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6535 ron altman a br intendant francois bigot servant commandant ramesay intendant s valet bamboir sentinal general murray a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br governor marquis de vaudreuil john mitchell grandfather a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7061 allenjohns a br voban a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6553 dublingothic a br seigneur duvarney a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7079 chuck williamson a br madame duvarney mathilde singers mother superior a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7218 mj franck a br marquis de montcalm a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 2825 ernst pattynama a br babette a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7138 caprishapage a br mr wainfleet women singers farmer s son a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 3157 triciag a br madame cournal madame jamond a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 7171 april gonzales a br madame cournal a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 5888 tisha bordon a br juste duvarney sailor jack officer a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br jeanie a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 4174 availle a br prophet man officer legrand a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6511 csjesi1 a br guard jean labrouk sentinal gate 1 sentinal gate 2 sentinal chateau st louis soldier a href http librivox org newcatalog people_public php peopleid 6548 kristingj a br br strong audio edited by strong toddhw br |
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6125 |
6697 |
Count of Monte Cristo (version 3) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Le Comte de Monte-Cristo is an adventure novel and one of the author's most popular works. He completed the work in 1844. The story takes place in France, Italy, islands in the Mediterranean and in the Levant during the historical events of 1815-1838 (from just before the Hundred Days to the reign of Louis-Philippe of France). It deals with themes of hope, justice, vengeance, mercy and forgiveness. The book is considered a literary classic today. (Summary by David Clarke, ref. Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-count-of-monte-cristo-version-3-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
le comte de monte cristo adventure novel one author s popular works completed work 1844 story takes place france italy islands mediterranean levant historical events 1815 1838 from hundred days reign louis philippe france deals themes hope justice vengeance mercy forgiveness book considered literary classic today summary david clarke ref wikipedia p |
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6127 |
6699 |
Red and the Black, Volume II |
Stendhal |
General Fiction |
Stendhal - a German pen-name for a French writer who hated the English. Contemporary to some of the great names of French literature like Balzac and Flaubert, Stendhal is quite often considered a writer that doesn't seem to fit a defined genre. Some say he's a Romantic, others that he's a Modernist and that Le Rouge et Le Noir is the first modern novel. On one point they are all agreed: the novel is a masterpiece that shows a young theology student - Julien Sorel - intelligent, handsome and who is determined to rise above his humble peasant origins. Stendhal presents the reader with a satirical plot that will involve you in passions, intrigues, last-minute reversals and, mostly, the hypocrisy by which society operates. (Summary by sailormoon) </p> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-and-the-black-volume-ii-by-stendhal/ |
stendhal german pen name french writer hated english contemporary great names french literature like balzac flaubert stendhal quite often considered writer seem fit defined genre say he s romantic others he s modernist le rouge et le noir first modern novel one point agreed novel masterpiece shows young theology student julien sorel intelligent handsome determined rise humble peasant origins stendhal presents reader satirical plot involve passions intrigues last minute reversals and mostly hypocrisy society operates summary sailormoon p |
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6128 |
6700 |
Swiss Family Robinson in Words of One Syllable |
Lucy Aikin |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Action & Adventure |
All the excitement, danger, heartbreaks and triumphs of this well known story, but without the big words. Lucy Aikin, an accomplished writer and writing as Mary Godolphin, accomplishes this with apparent ease in this little book. The story of a plucky family ship wrecked on a desolate island, saving what they can from the ship, is well known. The entire family, under the leadership of an intrepid father and mother works together to not only survive in this island, but actually prosper. This work would seem an excellent one for non-English native readers to try their skill at. (Summary by Phil Chenevert )</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/swiss-family-robinson-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-lucy-aikin/ |
excitement danger heartbreaks triumphs well known story without big words lucy aikin accomplished writer writing mary godolphin accomplishes apparent ease little book story plucky family ship wrecked desolate island saving ship well known entire family leadership intrepid father mother works together survive island actually prosper work would seem excellent one non english native readers try skill at summary phil chenevert p |
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6129 |
6701 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 002 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. <BR><BR>\n\nBrief description of the contributions:<br />\n01 - Bisaya - Ang mga Mahadlokon [1921]: prose, scaredy cats, talawan nga ulitawo, simbang gabi<br />\n02 - Japanese - Trokko [1922]: prose, fiction, young adult<br />\n03 - Spanish - Día de bronca [1912]: poetry, lunfardo, slang, argot, love affair, anger, betrayal, unfaithfulness<BR />\n04 - Japanese - Matsu [1942]: prose, fiction, monologue, I wait, young lady<br />\n05 - Polish - Moja pierwsza bitwa. Opowiadanie sierżanta: prose; short story; proza; opowiadanie; powstanie listopadowe<br />\n06 - Portuguese - A Aia [1902]: prose, fiction, war, death, tragedy<br />\n07 - Tagalog - Pahimakas [1898] (translated from the Spanish by Hermenegildo Cruz): poetry, Mi Ultimo Adios, oil lamp, Huling Paalam<br />\n08 - German - Die berühmte Frau [1788]: poetry<br />\n09 - Japanese - Oka no ie [1921]: prose, fiction , children, hill, house<br />\n10 - Japanese - Sakurano kino shitaniwa [1928]: prose, fiction, monologue, cherry tree<br />\n11 - Japanese - Ichyono mi: prose, fiction, children, ginkgo tree<br />\n12 - German - Wahrhaftig: poetry, spring, nature<br />\n13 - Japanese - Hitofusano budou [1920]: prose, fiction, young adult, school<br />\n14 - Swedish - Önskenatt [1922]: poetry<br />\n15 - Japanese - Sakazuki [1910]: prose, fiction, winecup, spring<br />\n16 - Japanese - Okashino daibutoukai [1923]: prose, fiction, children, sweets<br />\n17 - Polish - Dziad i Baba: short story, fable, moral, devil, greed<br />\n18 - German - Auch ein Gedicht? [1864]: humorous nonsense impromtu poem as outcome of a lost bet<br />\n19 - Japanese - Yabuno naka [1922]: prose, fiction, mystery<br />\n20 - Dutch - Doodgaan [1888]: poetry, death</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-002/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br brief description contributions br 01 bisaya ang mga mahadlokon 1921 prose scaredy cats talawan nga ulitawo simbang gabi br 02 japanese trokko 1922 prose fiction young adult br 03 spanish día de bronca 1912 poetry lunfardo slang argot love affair anger betrayal unfaithfulness br 04 japanese matsu 1942 prose fiction monologue wait young lady br 05 polish moja pierwsza bitwa opowiadanie sierżanta prose short story proza opowiadanie powstanie listopadowe br 06 portuguese aia 1902 prose fiction war death tragedy br 07 tagalog pahimakas 1898 translated spanish hermenegildo cruz poetry mi ultimo adios oil lamp huling paalam br 08 german die berühmte frau 1788 poetry br 09 japanese oka ie 1921 prose fiction children hill house br 10 japanese sakurano kino shitaniwa 1928 prose fiction monologue cherry tree br 11 japanese ichyono mi prose fiction children ginkgo tree br 12 german wahrhaftig poetry spring nature br 13 japanese hitofusano budou 1920 prose fiction young adult school br 14 swedish önskenatt 1922 poetry br 15 japanese sakazuki 1910 prose fiction winecup spring br 16 japanese okashino daibutoukai 1923 prose fiction children sweets br 17 polish dziad baba short story fable moral devil greed br 18 german auch ein gedicht 1864 humorous nonsense impromtu poem outcome lost bet br 19 japanese yabuno naka 1922 prose fiction mystery br 20 dutch doodgaan 1888 poetry death p |
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6130 |
6702 |
Hagar's Daughter. A Story of Southern Caste Prejudice |
Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins |
Historical Fiction |
Hagar's Daughter was first published serially in "The Colored American Magazine" in 1901-1902 by Pauline E. Hopkins, a prominent African-American novelist, journalist, historian, and playwright. The book was described as "a powerful narrative of love and intrigue, founded on events which happened in the exciting times immediately following the assassination of President Lincoln: a story of the Republic in the power of Southern caste prejudice toward the Negro." (From the January, 1901, issue of "The Colored American Magazine")</p>\n\nIn another of her works, the author explained the nature and purpose of her literary efforts: "But, after all, it is the simple, homely tale, unassumingly told, which cements the bond of brotherhood among all classes and all complexions. Fiction is of great value to any people as a preserver of manners and customs—religious, political and social. It is a record of growth and development from generation to generation. No one will do this for us; we must ourselves develop the men and women who will faithfully portray the inmost thoughts and feelings of the Negro with all the fire and romance which lie dormant in our history, and, as yet, unrecognized by writers of the Anglo-Saxon race." (From the Preface, Contending Forces, 1900) (Summary by lubee930) <p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/hagars-daughter-by-pauline-elizabeth-hopkins/ |
hagar s daughter first published serially the colored american magazine 1901 1902 pauline e hopkins prominent african american novelist journalist historian playwright book described a powerful narrative love intrigue founded events happened exciting times immediately following assassination president lincoln story republic power southern caste prejudice toward negro from january 1901 issue the colored american magazine p another works author explained nature purpose literary efforts but all simple homely tale unassumingly told cements bond brotherhood among classes complexions fiction great value people preserver manners customs religious political social record growth development generation generation one us must develop men women faithfully portray inmost thoughts feelings negro fire romance lie dormant history and yet unrecognized writers anglo saxon race from preface contending forces 1900 summary lubee930 p |
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6131 |
6703 |
Mr. Spaceship |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
The war with the Yucks from Proxima Centauri was claimed to be a stalemate but they were really winning. The mine belts they laid seemed to propagate themselves and were slowly strangling Terran planets. How did they do that? What was their secret? The answer was baffling and the best human minds could only conclude that their ships and mines were somehow alive. So, the next desperate step was to ask "If they are using organic ships, why can't we do the same?". Thus Mr. Spaceship was conceived and carried out. But will a conscious warship do what the generals wish? Perhaps and perhaps something entirely surprising!</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/mr-spaceship-by-philip-k-dick/ |
war yucks proxima centauri claimed stalemate really winning mine belts laid seemed propagate slowly strangling terran planets that secret answer baffling best human minds could conclude ships mines somehow alive so next desperate step ask if using organic ships can t same thus mr spaceship conceived carried out conscious warship generals wish perhaps perhaps something entirely surprising p |
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6132 |
6704 |
Quiet Flame |
Eva K. Betz |
*Non-fiction |
“You will never be a leper nor will any Sister of our Order.”<br><br>The amazing promise was made by Mother Marianne of Molokai, the “Quiet Flame” of the this title who, as a Sister of St. Francis , spent 30 years on that island helping lepers during and after the time of Father Damien.<br><br>Mother was speaking to a young nun, and she spoke the truth. Not one of the Sisters ever did contract the disease, a notable fact considering the tender care they fostered on the lepers.<br><br>This story of this good nun, was written by the author of a number of Catholic biographies and fiction books for children. (Summary from original jacket and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-quiet-flame-by-eva-k-betz/ |
you never leper sister order br br the amazing promise made mother marianne molokai quiet flame title who sister st francis spent 30 years island helping lepers time father damien br br mother speaking young nun spoke truth one sisters ever contract disease notable fact considering tender care fostered lepers br br this story good nun written author number catholic biographies fiction books children summary original jacket maria therese p |
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6133 |
6705 |
Lovers |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 27 recordings of The Lovers by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 27, 2012.<br><br>The verses of Emily Dickinson belong emphatically to what Emerson long since called "the Poetry of the Portfolio,"—something produced absolutely without the thought of publication, and solely by way of expression of the writer's own mind. Such verse must inevitably forfeit whatever advantage lies in the discipline of public criticism and the enforced conformity to accepted ways. On the other hand, it may often gain something through the habit of freedom and the unconventional utterance of daring thoughts. In the case of the present author, there was absolutely no choice in the matter; she must write thus, or not at all. A recluse by temperament and habit, literally spending years without setting her foot beyond the doorstep, and many more years during which her walks were strictly limited to her father's grounds, she habitually concealed her mind, like her person, from all but a very few friends; and it was with great difficulty that she was persuaded to print, during her lifetime, three or four poems. Yet she wrote verses in great abundance; and though brought curiously indifferent to all conventional rules, had yet a rigorous literary standard of her own, and often altered a word many times to suit an ear which had its own tenacious fastidiousness. (Summary from the Preface of Poems by Emily Dickinson ) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-lovers-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 27 recordings lovers emily dickinson weekly poetry project may 27 2012 br br the verses emily dickinson belong emphatically emerson long since called the poetry portfolio something produced absolutely without thought publication solely way expression writer s mind verse must inevitably forfeit whatever advantage lies discipline public criticism enforced conformity accepted ways hand may often gain something habit freedom unconventional utterance daring thoughts case present author absolutely choice matter must write thus all recluse temperament habit literally spending years without setting foot beyond doorstep many years walks strictly limited father s grounds habitually concealed mind like person friends great difficulty persuaded print lifetime three four poems yet wrote verses great abundance though brought curiously indifferent conventional rules yet rigorous literary standard own often altered word many times suit ear tenacious fastidiousness summary preface poems emily dickinson p |
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6134 |
6706 |
Cuentos de la selva para los niños |
Horacio Quiroga |
Short Stories |
Horacio Quiroga ha sido uno de los cuentistas más célebres del Río de la Plata. Sus Cuentos de la Selva exploran con humor, con drama, a veces cínicamente, un mundo imaginario de animales, y sus relaciones con los humanos. Los conflictos, las amistades, lo extraño y lo simbólico reconstruyen este paisaje de la selva misionera con una voz que atrae a niños y adultos por igual. (Introducción por AnabelleCas)</p> |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-la-selva-para-los-ninos-by-horacio-quiroga/ |
horacio quiroga ha sido uno de los cuentistas más célebres del río de la plata sus cuentos de la selva exploran con humor con drama veces cínicamente un mundo imaginario de animales sus relaciones con los humanos los conflictos las amistades lo extraño lo simbólico reconstruyen este paisaje de la selva misionera con una voz que atrae niños adultos por igual introducción por anabellecas p |
| 6194 |
6135 |
6707 |
Pharaoh and the Priest |
Bolesław Prus |
Historical Fiction |
The Pharaoh and the Priest (Polish: Faraon) is the fourth and last major novel by the Polish writer Bolesław Prus. It was the sole historical novel by an author who had earlier disapproved of historical novels on the ground that they inevitably distort history. Pharaoh has been described by Czesław Miłosz as a "novel on mechanisms of state power and, as such, probably unique in world literature of the nineteenth century.... Prus, in selecting the reign of 'Pharaoh Ramses XIII' in the eleventh century BCE, sought a perspective that was detached from pressures of topicality and censorship. Pharaoh is set in the Egypt of 1087–85 BCE as that country experiences internal stresses and external threats that will culminate in the fall of its Twentieth Dynasty and New Kingdom. The young protagonist Ramses learns that those who would challenge the powers that be are vulnerable to co-option, seduction, subornation, defamation, intimidation and assassination. Perhaps the chief lesson, belatedly absorbed by Ramses as pharaoh, is the importance, to power, of knowledge. Prus' vision of the fall of an ancient civilization derives some of its power from the author's intimate awareness of the final demise of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1795, a century before the completion of the novel. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-pharaoh-and-the-priest-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
pharaoh priest polish faraon fourth last major novel polish writer bolesław prus sole historical novel author earlier disapproved historical novels ground inevitably distort history pharaoh described czesław miłosz novel mechanisms state power and such probably unique world literature nineteenth century prus selecting reign pharaoh ramses xiii eleventh century bce sought perspective detached pressures topicality censorship pharaoh set egypt 1087 85 bce country experiences internal stresses external threats culminate fall twentieth dynasty new kingdom young protagonist ramses learns would challenge powers vulnerable co option seduction subornation defamation intimidation assassination perhaps chief lesson belatedly absorbed ramses pharaoh importance power knowledge prus vision fall ancient civilization derives power author s intimate awareness final demise polish lithuanian commonwealth 1795 century completion novel summary wikipedia p |
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6136 |
6708 |
Elizabeth and her German Garden |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Elizabeth and Her German Garden is a novel by Elizabeth von Arnim, first published in 1898; it was very popular and frequently reprinted during the early years of the 20th century. The story is a year's diary written by the protagonist Elizabeth about her experiences learning gardening and interacting with her friends. It includes commentary on the beauty of nature and on society, but is primarily humorous due to Elizabeth's frequent mistakes and her idiosyncratic outlook on life. She looked down upon the frivolous fashions of her time writing "I believe all needlework and dressmaking is of the devil, designed to keep women from study.' The book is the first in a series about the same character. It is noteworthy for being published without a named author. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
elizabeth german garden novel elizabeth von arnim first published 1898 popular frequently reprinted early years 20th century story year s diary written protagonist elizabeth experiences learning gardening interacting friends includes commentary beauty nature society primarily humorous due elizabeth s frequent mistakes idiosyncratic outlook life looked upon frivolous fashions time writing i believe needlework dressmaking devil designed keep women study book first series character noteworthy published without named author summary wikipedia p |
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6137 |
6709 |
Children's Book of Christmas Stories |
Various |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
Many librarians have felt the need and expressed the desire for a select collection of children's Christmas stories in one volume. This book claims to be just that and nothing more. Each of the stories has already won the approval of thousands of children, and each is fraught with the true Christmas spirit. It is hoped that the collection will prove equally acceptable to parents, teachers, and librarians. (Summary from Book Preface)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-book-of-christmas-stories-by-various/ |
many librarians felt need expressed desire select collection children s christmas stories one volume book claims nothing more stories already approval thousands children fraught true christmas spirit hoped collection prove equally acceptable parents teachers librarians summary book preface p |
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6138 |
6710 |
Compleat Angler |
Izaak Walton |
*Non-fiction, Sports & Recreation |
The Compleat Angler is a celebration of the art and spirit of fishing in prose and verse. Walton did not profess to be an expert with the fly, but in the use of the live worm, the grasshopper and the frog "Piscator" could speak as a master. There were originally only two interlocutors in the opening scene, "Piscator" and "Viator"; but in the second edition, as if in answer to an objection that "Piscator" had it too much in his own way in praise of angling, he introduced the falconer, "Auceps," changed "Viator" into "Venator" and made the new companions each dilate on the joys of his favourite sport. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1653 |
https://librivox.org/the-compleat-angler-by-izaak-walton/ |
compleat angler celebration art spirit fishing prose verse walton profess expert fly use live worm grasshopper frog piscator could speak master originally two interlocutors opening scene piscator viator second edition answer objection piscator much way praise angling introduced falconer auceps changed viator venator made new companions dilate joys favourite sport summary wikipedia p |
| 6198 |
6139 |
6711 |
Secret of the Ninth Planet |
Donald Wollheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
An alien race has put a station on Earth and other planets in order to steal the rays of the sun, possible causing the sun to nova within two years. Burl Denning, a high school student, is the only person who has the power to stop the alien project. Can he and the crew of the experimental space ship Magellan act in time to save the earth? (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-ninth-planet-by-donald-wollheim/ |
alien race put station earth planets order steal rays sun possible causing sun nova within two years burl denning high school student person power stop alien project crew experimental space ship magellan act time save earth summary richard kilmer p |
| 6199 |
6140 |
6712 |
Jungle Book (Version 2) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Action & Adventure |
This is the classic story of Mowgli, the young boy raised by wolves in India: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over his avowed enemy the tiger Shere Khan. Included in the book is the story of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious young mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi who battled through the night to protect his human family from a pair of sly and viscous cobras. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has pervaded popular culture as the basis of many film and stage adaptations, including the popular Disney movie.</p>\n\nSummary by Meredith Hughes and Phil Chenevert </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-book-by-rudyard-kipling-2/ |
classic story mowgli young boy raised wolves india escapades adventures dear friends bagheera panther baloo bear capture monkey people attempt reintegration human society ultimate triumph avowed enemy tiger shere khan included book story brave white seal kotick tenacious young mongoose rikki tikki tavi battled night protect human family pair sly viscous cobras packed adventure jungle law wisdom book pervaded popular culture basis many film stage adaptations including popular disney movie p summary meredith hughes phil chenevert p |
| 6200 |
6141 |
6713 |
Scouts of Stonewall |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
In this third book of Joseph Altsheler's Civil War series, Harry Kenton, a lieutenant in the Southern Army, is on scout patrol in the Shenandoah Valley. He has attracted the notice of the great General Stonewall Jackson after his regiment, the Invincibles of South Carolina, suffered great losses at the Battle of Bull Run. As the war continues, Harry meets each challenge that he faces with his close friends and fellow warriors. (Summary by Ann Boulais )</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-scouts-of-stonewall-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
third book joseph altsheler s civil war series harry kenton lieutenant southern army scout patrol shenandoah valley attracted notice great general stonewall jackson regiment invincibles south carolina suffered great losses battle bull run war continues harry meets challenge faces close friends fellow warriors summary ann boulais p |
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6142 |
6714 |
Little Maid of Province Town |
Alice Turner Curtis |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Plucky eight year old Anne Nelson, living in Provincetown on the tip of Cape Cod, is determined to bring the Revolutionary War to an end so that she can be reunited with her soldier father. Will she succeed in carrying an important message from Boston to Newburyport, warning the American troops to be prepared, or will she be caught by the English ships patrolling the harbor? (summary by wildemoose)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-maid-of-province-town-by-alice-turner-curtis/ |
plucky eight year old anne nelson living provincetown tip cape cod determined bring revolutionary war end reunited soldier father succeed carrying important message boston newburyport warning american troops prepared caught english ships patrolling harbor summary wildemoose p |
| 6202 |
6143 |
6715 |
Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Dramatic Readings, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Mary Shelley's 1818 novel presents the Faustian story of a man who aspires to create life out of death, with disastrous results. The novel is constructed as a series of first-person narratives, delivered by Captain Robert Walton, Victor Frankenstein, and his Creature, which makes it perfect for a dramatic reading. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Robert Walton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Victor Frankenstein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Lieutenant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7396">KerrieRae Clarke</a><br>Caroline Frankenstein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Alphonse Frankenstein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>M. Krempe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>M. Waldman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Henry Clerval: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Elizabeth Lavenza/Master/Irishman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Ernest Frankenstein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Justine Moritz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>The Creature: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Felix: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>De Lacey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7484">Steve W. Thompson</a><br>Landlord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>William Frankenstein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Old Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Mr. Kirwan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7508">EMStach</a><br>Magistrate: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-dramatic-reading-by-mary-shelley/ |
mary shelley s 1818 novel presents faustian story man aspires create life death disastrous results novel constructed series first person narratives delivered captain robert walton victor frankenstein creature makes perfect dramatic reading summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br robert walton a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br victor frankenstein a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br lieutenant a href http librivox org reader 7396 kerrierae clarke a br caroline frankenstein a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br alphonse frankenstein a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br m krempe a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br m waldman a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br henry clerval a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br elizabeth lavenza master irishman a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br ernest frankenstein a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br justine moritz a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br officer a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br the creature a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br felix a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br de lacey a href http librivox org reader 7484 steve w thompson a br landlord a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br william frankenstein a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br old woman a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br mr kirwan a href http librivox org reader 7508 emstach a br magistrate a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6716 |
グッド・バイ (Good-Bye) |
Osamu Dazai |
Romance |
『朝日新聞』に連載予定だったユーモア小説「グッド・バイ」が未完の遺作となった。奇しくもこの作品の13話が絶筆になったのは、キリスト教のジンクスを暗示した太宰の最後の洒落だったとする説(檀一雄)もある。(ウィキペディア)<br/><br/>\n\nIn the spring of 1948, he was working on a novelette scheduled to be serialized in the Asahi Shimbun newspaper, titled Guddo bai (Goodbye). On 13 June 1948, Dazai and Tomie finally succeeded in killing themselves, drowning in the rain-swollen Tamagawa Canal near his house. Their bodies were not discovered until June 19, which by eerie coincidence was his 39th birthday. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nProof listened by BubbleReader & Ana Margarida Pinho</p>\n\n |
Japanese |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/good-bye-by-osamu-dazai/ |
朝日新聞 に連載予定だったユーモア小説 グッド バイ が未完の遺作となった 奇しくもこの作品の13話が絶筆になったのは キリスト教のジンクスを暗示した太宰の最後の洒落だったとする説 檀一雄 もある ウィキペディア br br spring 1948 working novelette scheduled serialized asahi shimbun newspaper titled guddo bai goodbye 13 june 1948 dazai tomie finally succeeded killing themselves drowning rain swollen tamagawa canal near house bodies discovered june 19 eerie coincidence 39th birthday summary wikipedia br br proof listened bubblereader ana margarida pinho p |
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6145 |
6717 |
Short Poetry Collection 109 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-109-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers june 2012 br br |
| 6205 |
6146 |
6718 |
Hamlet (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark is a tragedy by William Shakespeare. Set in the Kingdom of Denmark, the play dramatizes the revenge Prince Hamlet exacts on his uncle Claudius for murdering King Hamlet, Claudius's brother and Prince Hamlet's father, and then succeeding to the throne and taking as his wife Gertrude, the old king's widow and Prince Hamlet's mother. The play vividly portrays both true and feigned madness – from overwhelming grief to seething rage – and explores themes of treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1608 |
https://librivox.org/hamlet-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
tragedy hamlet prince denmark tragedy william shakespeare set kingdom denmark play dramatizes revenge prince hamlet exacts uncle claudius murdering king hamlet claudius s brother prince hamlet s father succeeding throne taking wife gertrude old king s widow prince hamlet s mother play vividly portrays true feigned madness overwhelming grief seething rage explores themes treachery revenge incest moral corruption summary wikipedia p |
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6149 |
6721 |
Just Me |
Pearl White |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
<br />Perhaps the first memoir written by a film celebrity, Pearl White's <em>Just Me</em> gives a first-person account of the actress' rise to stardom. White guides us through her early childhood, her development as a performer, and finally to her breakout role in The Perils of Pauline--a role that made her the most popular "serial queen" of early cinema. Although romanticized and somewhat embellished, this book gives us a fascinating glimpse into the film industry's earliest years and the various myths of film stardom. (Summary by ChuckW) <br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/just-me-by-pearl-white/ |
br perhaps first memoir written film celebrity pearl white s em just me em gives first person account actress rise stardom white guides us early childhood development performer finally breakout role perils pauline a role made popular serial queen early cinema although romanticized somewhat embellished book gives us fascinating glimpse film industry s earliest years various myths film stardom summary chuckw br br |
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6150 |
6722 |
Pawns Count |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>"I am for England and England only," John Lutchester, the Englishman, asserted.<br>\n"I am for Japan and Japan only," Nikasti, the Jap, insisted.<br>\n"I am for Germany first and America afterwards," Oscar Fischer, the German-American pronounced.<br>\n"I am for America first, America only, America always," Pamela Van Tale, the American girl, declared.<br><br>They were all right except the German-American.<br><br>\nIt is during World War I. A chemist, Sandy Graham, has discovered a new powerful explosive, but he let's it slip in a London restaurant that he has made the discovery. Graham is ready to join some friends for luncheon at the restaurant but chooses to clean up before joining them. He never comes out of the restroom. Several spies from different governments set out to find him and the formula. What was particularly interesting to me about this espionage novel is that it was written in 1918, but it could just as easily have been from today. (Summary by Tom Weiss) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-pawns-count-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
p i england england only john lutchester englishman asserted br i japan japan only nikasti jap insisted br i germany first america afterwards oscar fischer german american pronounced br i america first america only america always pamela van tale american girl declared br br they right except german american br br world war i chemist sandy graham discovered new powerful explosive let s slip london restaurant made discovery graham ready join friends luncheon restaurant chooses clean joining them never comes restroom several spies different governments set find formula particularly interesting espionage novel written 1918 could easily today summary tom weiss p |
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6151 |
6723 |
Explorer in the Air Service |
Hiram Bingham |
Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
Explorer Hiram Bingham discovered Machu Picchu in 1911, as recounted in his book Inca Lands, now released on Librivox at http://librivox.org/inca-lands-by-hiram-bingham/. In 1917, he became an aviator and organized the United States Schools of Military Aeronautics at eight universities to provide ground school training for aviation cadets, and then in Issoudun, France, Bingham commanded the primary Air Service flying school. He became a supporter of the Air Service in their post-war quest for independence from the Army and supported that effort, in part, with the publication of this book of his wartime experiences published in 1920 by Yale University Press. (Summary by Wikipedia and ToddHW)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/an-explorer-in-the-air-service-by-hiram-bingham/ |
explorer hiram bingham discovered machu picchu 1911 recounted book inca lands released librivox http librivox org inca lands by hiram bingham 1917 became aviator organized united states schools military aeronautics eight universities provide ground school training aviation cadets issoudun france bingham commanded primary air service flying school became supporter air service post war quest independence army supported effort part publication book wartime experiences published 1920 yale university press summary wikipedia toddhw p |
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6724 |
Hindle Wakes |
Stanley Houghton |
Plays |
Alan Jeffcote, son of Nat Hawthorn, Hindle's richest factory owner, meets Fanny Hawthorn, daughter of Nat's 'slasher' and oldest friend, in Blackpool and the two go off for what they believe to be secret fling in Llandudno. But after the death of Fanny's friend, Mary, in a pleasure boat accident at Blackpool the secret is revealed and the the two families are thrown into disarray.<br/><br/>The leading light of the so-called Manchester School of realist dramatists, Stanley Houghton wrote Hindle Wakes in 1911 and it was a hit both in Mrs. Horniman's Gaiety Theatre in Manchester and the Aldwych Theatre, London in the following year. Houghton's best known play, Hindle Wakes has been filmed five times, most recently in 1976 as a TV film starring Donald Pleasance. The play's title refers to the wakes week holiday in the fictional town of Hindle and is also a pun on the name of a traditional Lancashire chicken dish. (Summary by Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/hindle-wakes-by-stanley-houghton/ |
alan jeffcote son nat hawthorn hindle s richest factory owner meets fanny hawthorn daughter nat s slasher oldest friend blackpool two go believe secret fling llandudno death fanny s friend mary pleasure boat accident blackpool secret revealed two families thrown disarray br br the leading light so called manchester school realist dramatists stanley houghton wrote hindle wakes 1911 hit mrs horniman s gaiety theatre manchester aldwych theatre london following year houghton s best known play hindle wakes filmed five times recently 1976 tv film starring donald pleasance play s title refers wakes week holiday fictional town hindle also pun name traditional lancashire chicken dish summary phil benson p |
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6153 |
6725 |
Mask |
Florence Irwin |
Romance |
The mask is the one which we all wear, even though unconsciously, to hide our thoughts and feelings. Alison Terry wore one, though she had never realized it until she faced a crisis in her life. Alison, a girl of sympathetic mood and action whose keen intelligence is overbalanced by the inexperience of innocence and a sheltered upbringing, goes to New York with her erratic husband, Phil Howland. She passes through various stages of disillusionment inevitably resulting from cheap boarding-house life, association with the undesirable friends of her husband, and the discovery that Phil himself is selfish and lacking in ambition, a man whose chief interests seem to lie in restaurant-life and gambling. Then comes tragedy in the loss of their little child in a horrible accident for which Phil is responsible. The splendid strength with which Alison forces him to forgive himself and the subsequent loneliness and suffering, lead to the establishment of a mutual bond of sympathy, understanding and encouragement which starts them on the road to their ultimate happiness. Miss Irwin has written a story that rings true, and its publishers recommend "The Mask" with unusual confidence. (Summary from 1917 dust-jacket blurb)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-mask-by-florence-irwin/ |
mask one wear even though unconsciously hide thoughts feelings alison terry wore one though never realized faced crisis life alison girl sympathetic mood action whose keen intelligence overbalanced inexperience innocence sheltered upbringing goes new york erratic husband phil howland passes various stages disillusionment inevitably resulting cheap boarding house life association undesirable friends husband discovery phil selfish lacking ambition man whose chief interests seem lie restaurant life gambling comes tragedy loss little child horrible accident phil responsible splendid strength alison forces forgive subsequent loneliness suffering lead establishment mutual bond sympathy understanding encouragement starts road ultimate happiness miss irwin written story rings true publishers recommend the mask unusual confidence summary 1917 dust jacket blurb p |
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8244 |
8865 |
Welsh And Their Literature |
George Borrow |
Literary Criticism |
Originally an article in the US Edition of the London Quarterly Review, George Borrow offers a sweeping history of Welsh literature, beginning with the legendary origin of the Welsh people, then their major bards and poets, and then their works of prose. Many examples are offered. - Summary by Eric W. Metzler</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-welsh-and-their-literature-by-george-borrow/ |
originally article us edition london quarterly review george borrow offers sweeping history welsh literature beginning legendary origin welsh people major bards poets works prose many examples offered summary eric w metzler p |
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6156 |
6728 |
Bible Defence of Slavery |
Josiah Priest |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
The full title of this book is Bible Defense of Slavery; and Origin, Fortunes, and History of the Negro Race, by Rev. Josiah Priest, A. M. 5th edition. \n\nThis is a compilation of pro-slavery literature and propaganda that went through numerous editions in the Southern United States before the Civil War. It contains the highly influential book, Slavery, as it Relates to the Negro, or African Race, by Rev Josiah Priest, which was originally published in 1843. This compilation also includes many essays and favorable reviews of Rev Priest’s book from contemporary magazines and newspapers, and written endorsements from national politicians. \n\nFrom the preface: ‘The question, “Is slavery, as it exists in the United States, justifiable?” is one which, at least, admits of discussion. If it be in harmony with the immutable principles of truth and justice, and not a “crime against humanity,” and a libel upon our holy religion, let it be so understood and practiced by our honest citizens, whose highest ambition consists in faithfully serving God, and living in obedience to the laws of the country.’ (Summary by JoeD)<p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/bible-defence-of-slavery-by-josiah-priest/ |
full title book bible defense slavery origin fortunes history negro race rev josiah priest a m 5th edition compilation pro slavery literature propaganda went numerous editions southern united states civil war contains highly influential book slavery relates negro african race rev josiah priest originally published 1843 compilation also includes many essays favorable reviews rev priest s book contemporary magazines newspapers written endorsements national politicians preface the question is slavery exists united states justifiable one which least admits discussion harmony immutable principles truth justice crime humanity libel upon holy religion let understood practiced honest citizens whose highest ambition consists faithfully serving god living obedience laws country summary joed p |
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6157 |
6729 |
Great Expectations (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Great Expectations is written in the first person and is virtually a fictional autobiography of “Pip” from his childhood, through often painful experiences, to adulthood. It charts his progress as he moves from the Kent marshes - his social status radically changed having gained an unknown benefactor - to busy commercial London. The book is richly populated with a variety of extraordinary characters many of whom, unbeknownst to them, have lives that are inextricably linked to the others. It is all there, love, hate, passion, humour, rejection, duplicity, betrayal, a whole gamut of emotions and human strengths and weaknesses . This is one of Dickens most fascinating, and disturbing novels. (Summary by Peter Keeble)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/great-expectations-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
great expectations written first person virtually fictional autobiography pip childhood often painful experiences adulthood charts progress moves kent marshes social status radically changed gained unknown benefactor busy commercial london book richly populated variety extraordinary characters many whom unbeknownst them lives inextricably linked others there love hate passion humour rejection duplicity betrayal whole gamut emotions human strengths weaknesses one dickens fascinating disturbing novels summary peter keeble p |
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6158 |
6730 |
Essays on Paul Bourget |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
Collection of short essays concerning French novelist and critic Paul Bourget. Included: "What Paul Bourget Thinks of Us" and "A Little Note to M. Paul Bourget". (Summary by John Greenman)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-paul-bourget-by-mark-twain/ |
collection short essays concerning french novelist critic paul bourget included what paul bourget thinks us a little note m paul bourget summary john greenman p |
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6159 |
6731 |
My Bible History: New Testament |
Louis Laravoire Morrow |
Children's Fiction |
A short, simple New Testament Bible History for children, but which can also be enjoyed by adults alike. Starting with St. John the Baptist, and running through the beginning years of the Church, the sections cover Our Lord's birth, public life, miracles, death, resurrection and more. This is the companion volume to My Bible History: New Testament - by the same author. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/my-bible-history-new-testament-by-louis-laravoire-morrow/ |
short simple new testament bible history children also enjoyed adults alike starting st john baptist running beginning years church sections cover lord s birth public life miracles death resurrection more companion volume bible history new testament author summary maria therese p |
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6160 |
6732 |
Tales of the Jazz Age |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
General Fiction |
Tales of the Jazz Age (1922) is a collection of eleven short stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Divided into three separate parts, according to subject matter, it includes one of his better-known short stories, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". Several of the stories had also been published earlier, independently, in either The Metropolitan, Saturday Evening Post, Smart Set, Collier's, Chicago Tribune, or Vanity Fair. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-jazz-age-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
tales jazz age 1922 collection eleven short stories f scott fitzgerald divided three separate parts according subject matter includes one better known short stories the curious case benjamin button several stories also published earlier independently either metropolitan saturday evening post smart set collier s chicago tribune vanity fair summary wikipedia p |
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6161 |
6733 |
Emma (version 7 Dramatic Reading) |
Jane Austen |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Emma is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance....As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian-Regency England; she also creates a lively comedy of manners among her characters. Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like." In the very first sentence she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich." Emma, however, is also rather spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own matchmaking abilities; she is blind to the dangers of meddling in other people's lives, and her imagination and perceptions often lead her astray. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator, Volume 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Narrator, Volumes 2 and 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Mr. Henry Woodhouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Emma Woodhouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mr. George Knightley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Harriet Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Mrs. Anne Weston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Mr. Philip Elton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Mr. John Knightley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6965">Noel Badrian</a><br>Mrs. Isabella Knightley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Mr. Weston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Miss Bates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Bates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7396">KerrieRae Clarke</a><br>Jane Fairfax: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Frank Churchill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Mrs. Augusta Elton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Mrs. Cole: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6907">Carmen H</a><br>Mrs. Isabella Knightley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Mrs. Ford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br>Audio edited by Amanda Friday, Phil Chenevert, David Lawrence, Chuck Williamson, bala, CaprishaPage, Charlotte Duckett<p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/emma-dramatic-reading-by-jane-austen/ |
emma novel youthful hubris perils misconstrued romance as novels austen explores concerns difficulties genteel women living georgian regency england also creates lively comedy manners among characters began novel austen wrote i going take heroine one much like first sentence introduces title character emma woodhouse handsome clever rich emma however also rather spoiled headstrong self satisfied greatly overestimates matchmaking abilities blind dangers meddling people s lives imagination perceptions often lead astray summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br narrator volume 1 a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br narrator volumes 2 3 a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br mr henry woodhouse a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br emma woodhouse a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mr george knightley a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br harriet smith a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br mrs anne weston a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br mr philip elton a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br mr john knightley a href http librivox org reader 6965 noel badrian a br mrs isabella knightley a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br mr weston a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br miss bates a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs bates a href http librivox org reader 7396 kerrierae clarke a br jane fairfax a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br frank churchill a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br mrs augusta elton a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br mrs cole a href http librivox org reader 6907 carmen h a br mrs isabella knightley a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br mrs ford a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br audio edited amanda friday phil chenevert david lawrence chuck williamson bala caprishapage charlotte duckett p |
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6734 |
Mary: A Fiction |
Mary Wollstonecraft |
Published before 1800 |
Eliza, Mary's mother, is obsessed with novels, rarely considers anyone but herself, and favours Mary's brother. She neglects her daughter, who educates herself using only books and the natural world. Ignored by her family, Mary devotes much of her time to charity. When her brother suddenly dies, leaving Mary heir to the family's fortune, her mother finally takes an interest in her; she is taught "accomplishments", such as dancing, that will attract suitors. However, Mary's mother soon sickens and requests on her deathbed that Mary wed Charles, a wealthy man she has never met. Stunned and unable to refuse, Mary agrees. Immediately after the ceremony, Charles departs for the Continent. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1788 |
https://librivox.org/mary-by-mary-wollstonecraft/ |
eliza mary s mother obsessed novels rarely considers anyone herself favours mary s brother neglects daughter educates using books natural world ignored family mary devotes much time charity brother suddenly dies leaving mary heir family s fortune mother finally takes interest her taught accomplishments dancing attract suitors however mary s mother soon sickens requests deathbed mary wed charles wealthy man never met stunned unable refuse mary agrees immediately ceremony charles departs continent summary wikipedia p |
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6164 |
6736 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Le Gallienne) |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry, Philosophy |
Richard le Gallienne was an English poet and critic, who, although unfamiliar with the Persian language, had a profound interest in the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. In 1897 he published a collection of 211 quatrains, which was based on earlier English translations, in particular the prose version by Justin Huntly McCarthy. A expanded edition, containing fifty additional quatrains was published in 1901, and this has been used for the present recording. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-le-gallienne-version/ |
richard le gallienne english poet critic who although unfamiliar persian language profound interest rubaiyat omar khayyam 1897 published collection 211 quatrains based earlier english translations particular prose version justin huntly mccarthy expanded edition containing fifty additional quatrains published 1901 used present recording summary algy pug p |
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6165 |
6737 |
Pickwick-Club |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Dickens picareske verhaal over Samuel Pickwick en zijn vrienden (de ‘vurige’ Tracy Tupman, de ‘dichterlijke’ Augustus Snodgrass en de ‘sportieve’ Nathaniël Winkle) is eigenlijk nauwelijks een roman te noemen. Het lijkt vooral in het begin een losse bundeling schetsen van komische gebeurtenissen en ontmoetingen met merkwaardige figuren (zoals de verlopen acteur en oplichter Alfred Jingle), aaneengeregen door postkoetsen en herbergen. Het zien van de werkelijkheid kan het centrale thema worden genoemd van de roman. De aanvankelijk zowel letterlijk als figuurlijk bijziende Pickwick leert geleidelijk beter zien, maar tegelijkertijd weet hij zijn onschuld te behouden en leert de scepticus Sam Weller van zijn kant uit geleidelijk de idealiserende goedertierenheid van Pickwick zien als van grote waarde. (Samenvatting van Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/de-pickwick-club-by-charles-dickens/ |
dickens picareske verhaal samuel pickwick en zijn vrienden de vurige tracy tupman de dichterlijke augustus snodgrass en de sportieve nathaniël winkle eigenlijk nauwelijks een roman te noemen het lijkt vooral het begin een losse bundeling schetsen van komische gebeurtenissen en ontmoetingen met merkwaardige figuren zoals de verlopen acteur en oplichter alfred jingle aaneengeregen door postkoetsen en herbergen het zien van de werkelijkheid kan het centrale thema worden genoemd van de roman de aanvankelijk zowel letterlijk als figuurlijk bijziende pickwick leert geleidelijk beter zien maar tegelijkertijd weet hij zijn onschuld te behouden en leert de scepticus sam weller van zijn kant uit geleidelijk de idealiserende goedertierenheid van pickwick zien als van grote waarde samenvatting van wikipedia p |
| 6221 |
6166 |
6738 |
Night of the Long Knives |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
"I was one hundred miles from Nowhere—and I mean that literally—when I spotted this girl out of the corner of my eye. I'd been keeping an extra lookout because I still expected the other undead bugger left over from the murder party at Nowhere to be stalking me." In a Post apocalyptic world, the few people left must be strong. And must not hesitate to kill. Of course, killing another Deathlander was one of the chief pleasures and urges of all the solitary wanders in this vast wasteland. Kill and kill again. But this other was a girl and that brought up the second great urge: sex. Which was it to be today? Perhaps both? And who would walk away afterward?(Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-of-the-long-knives-by-fritz-leiber/ |
i one hundred miles nowhere and mean literally when spotted girl corner eye i d keeping extra lookout still expected undead bugger left murder party nowhere stalking me post apocalyptic world people left must strong must hesitate kill course killing another deathlander one chief pleasures urges solitary wanders vast wasteland kill kill again girl brought second great urge sex today perhaps both would walk away afterward summary phil chenevert p |
| 6222 |
6167 |
6739 |
His Grace of Osmonde |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
His Grace of Osmonde, being the portions of that nobleman's life omitted in the relation of his Lady's story presented to the world of fashion under the title of 'A Lady of Quality'(Summary by Frances Hodgson Burnett)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/his-grace-of-osmonde-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
grace osmonde portions nobleman s life omitted relation lady s story presented world fashion title a lady quality summary frances hodgson burnett p |
| 6223 |
6168 |
6740 |
Notes on the Book of Genesis |
Charles Henry Mackintosh |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
This chapter by chapter commentary on the first book of the Bible is full of spiritual insights. C H Mackintosh wrote in the late 19th century on a wide range of Biblical topics. He was well known as a speaker in Brethren circles, and his written work continues to inspire Bible students all over the world. (Summary by Christopher Smith) <p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/notes-on-the-book-of-genesis-by-charles-h-mackintosh/ |
chapter chapter commentary first book bible full spiritual insights c h mackintosh wrote late 19th century wide range biblical topics well known speaker brethren circles written work continues inspire bible students world summary christopher smith p |
| 6224 |
6169 |
6741 |
Japanese Girls and Women |
Alice Bacon |
Family & Relationships, Travel & Geography |
A clear and delightful peek into the world of Japanese girls and women of the late 1800s: their childhood, education, marriage and intimate family life. And it is done by someone who admires the immense resources, abilities and strength shown by all of these girls and women. The intricate customs that bind the society together and must be learned by every girl, such as the annual Doll ceremony are explained as well as the difficult life of a Japanese wife of this period. Life among the nobles and upper class in the courts and castles, something long hidden away, is explored. Did you know there were Samauri Women? The entire spectrum of Japanese life in the late 1800s is explored from the feminine point of view. The writer is a Christian but respects the cultural and religious differences of Japan society and presents what she has observed from many years in the country and what was shared with her by her Japanese women friends. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/japanese-girls-and-women-by-alice-bacon/ |
clear delightful peek world japanese girls women late 1800s childhood education marriage intimate family life done someone admires immense resources abilities strength shown girls women intricate customs bind society together must learned every girl annual doll ceremony explained well difficult life japanese wife period life among nobles upper class courts castles something long hidden away explored know samauri women entire spectrum japanese life late 1800s explored feminine point view writer christian respects cultural religious differences japan society presents observed many years country shared japanese women friends summary phil chenevert p |
| 6225 |
12305 |
13004 |
Tale of Old Mr. Crow |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Old Mr. Crow is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-old-mr-crow-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale old mr crow one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
| 6226 |
6170 |
6742 |
Chansons De Bilitis |
Pierre Louÿs |
Erotica, General Fiction, Poetry |
Les Chansons de Bilitis furent publiées en 1894 : il s'agit d'une collection de poèmes sulfureux et passionnés par une déesse fictive, Bilitis, inventée par le véritable auteur Pierre Louÿs, et dont la vie est retracée dans la préface. Elle aurait vécu sur l'île de Lesbos où elle aurait été rivale de Sappho, puis à Chypre.<p></p>Pierre Louÿs a poussé le jeu jusqu'à ponctuer ces poèmes érotiques de références pour perturber le lecteur (exemple: "non traduit"). (résumé par Nadine)<p> |
French |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/les-chansons-de-bilitis-by-pierre-louys/ |
les chansons de bilitis furent publiées en 1894 il s agit d une collection de poèmes sulfureux et passionnés par une déesse fictive bilitis inventée par le véritable auteur pierre louÿs et dont la vie est retracée dans la préface elle aurait vécu sur l île de lesbos où elle aurait été rivale de sappho puis à chypre p p pierre louÿs poussé le jeu jusqu à ponctuer ces poèmes érotiques de références pour perturber le lecteur exemple non traduit résumé par nadine p |
| 6227 |
6171 |
6743 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 039 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br></br>\nDer Luftballon übersetzt von Marie Franzos (1870 - 1941)<br>\nDie Sphinx ohne Geheimnis übersetzt von Frieda Uhl, Rudolph Lothar</p>\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-039-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br der luftballon übersetzt von marie franzos 1870 1941 br die sphinx ohne geheimnis übersetzt von frieda uhl rudolph lothar p |
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6172 |
6744 |
Lady Bridget in the Never-Never Land |
Rosa Campbell Praed |
Published 1900 onward |
Following a failed love affair in England, Lady Bridget O'Hara accepts an invitation to travel to colonial Australia as companion to Lady Rosamund Tallant, the wife of the newly-appointed governor of Leichardt's Land. In Leichardt's Town, Lady Bridget, also known as Biddy, is reunited with her old friend and collaborator, Joan Gildea, special correspondent for The Imperialist newspaper. While visiting Joan, Biddy meets Colin McKeith, a roughly-hewn, Scottish-born pioneer, drover, miner, sometime-politician, and magistrate in the north-eastern colony. Biddy and Colin fall in love: she with the adventure a life with him promises, he with an ideal of her noble heritage. In spite of Joan Gildea's misgivings, Biddy and Colin are soon married and leave Leichardt's Town to travel several days north to Colin's cattle property in a region known as the Leura. As Biddy and Colin embark on their life together, the contemporary issues of colonial Australia are revealed: the extreme environment, labour shortages and organisation, police brutality, immigration policy, and the plight of Australia's First Peoples. The couple discover fundamental differences in their perspectives on many topics. When Bridget's former love, Willoughby Maule, newly-widowed and affluent, visits her in the Leura, the couple's strained relationship is further tested. (Summary by Kirsty Leishman) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/lady-bridget-in-the-never-never-land-by-rosa-campbell-praed/ |
following failed love affair england lady bridget o hara accepts invitation travel colonial australia companion lady rosamund tallant wife newly appointed governor leichardt s land leichardt s town lady bridget also known biddy reunited old friend collaborator joan gildea special correspondent imperialist newspaper visiting joan biddy meets colin mckeith roughly hewn scottish born pioneer drover miner sometime politician magistrate north eastern colony biddy colin fall love adventure life promises ideal noble heritage spite joan gildea s misgivings biddy colin soon married leave leichardt s town travel several days north colin s cattle property region known leura biddy colin embark life together contemporary issues colonial australia revealed extreme environment labour shortages organisation police brutality immigration policy plight australia s first peoples couple discover fundamental differences perspectives many topics bridget s former love willoughby maule newly widowed affluent visits leura couple s strained relationship tested summary kirsty leishman p |
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6173 |
6745 |
Monachomachia czyli wojna mnichów |
Ignacy Krasicki |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Satire |
Monachomachia, czyli Wojna mnichów to poemat heroikomiczny autorstwa Ignacego Krasickiego wydany po raz pierwszy anonimowo w 1778. Jego tematem jest walka pomiędzy mnichami, a przedstawienie sporu mnichów w utworze naznaczone jest groteskowym humorem. Jednocześnie Monachomachia jest ostrą satyrą, krytyką ukrytą pod kostiumem zabawnych postaci. (Źródło: Wikipedia)</p><p>\nMonachomachia, the War of the monks (from Gr. Monachos - monk, Machia - the fight) is a mock-heroic poem by Ignatius Krasicki first published anonymously in 1778.<p> |
Polish |
1778 |
https://librivox.org/monachomachia-czyli-wojna-mnichow-by-ignacy-krasicki/ |
monachomachia czyli wojna mnichów poemat heroikomiczny autorstwa ignacego krasickiego wydany po raz pierwszy anonimowo w 1778 jego tematem jest walka pomiędzy mnichami przedstawienie sporu mnichów w utworze naznaczone jest groteskowym humorem jednocześnie monachomachia jest ostrą satyrą krytyką ukrytą pod kostiumem zabawnych postaci źródło wikipedia p p monachomachia war monks from gr monachos monk machia fight mock heroic poem ignatius krasicki first published anonymously 1778 p |
| 6230 |
6174 |
6746 |
Disagreeable Man |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of The Disagreeable Man by Sir W. S. Gilbert. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 10, 2012.<br><br>The Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert developed his unique "topsy-turvy" style, where the humour was derived by setting up a ridiculous premise and working out its logical consequences, however absurd. The Ballads also reveal Gilbert's cynical and satirical approach to humour. They became famous on their own, as well as being a source for plot elements, characters and songs that Gilbert would recycle in the Gilbert and Sullivan operas. The Bab Ballads take their name from Gilbert's childhood nickname, and he later began to sign his illustrations "Bab".<br><br>Nothing else quite like the Ballads has ever been produced in the English language. They contain both satire and nonsense, as well as a great deal of utter absurdity. The Ballads were read aloud at private dinner-parties, public banquets and even in the House of Lords. The ballads have been much published, and there are even recordings of readings of some of them. ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-disagreeable-man-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings disagreeable man sir w s gilbert fortnightly poetry project june 10 2012 br br the bab ballads collection light verse w s gilbert illustrated comic drawings gilbert wrote ballads became famous comic opera librettos arthur sullivan writing bab ballads gilbert developed unique topsy turvy style humour derived setting ridiculous premise working logical consequences however absurd ballads also reveal gilbert s cynical satirical approach humour became famous own well source plot elements characters songs gilbert would recycle gilbert sullivan operas bab ballads take name gilbert s childhood nickname later began sign illustrations bab br br nothing else quite like ballads ever produced english language contain satire nonsense well great deal utter absurdity ballads read aloud private dinner parties public banquets even house lords ballads much published even recordings readings them summary wikipedia p |
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6175 |
6747 |
Jude the Obscure (Version 2) |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
Eleven-year-old Jude Fawley, inspired by his teacher Mr. Phillotson, who leaves Marygreen for Christminster to take a university degree, decides to adopt the same course for himself. Raised by his great-aunt, he studies hard with the aid of some old Latin and Greek books sent to him by Phillotson.He trains as a stonemason in order to enable him to support himself when at the university. However when he finally arrives in Christminster he soon finds that a university education is not easily come by for one of his social standing.Meeting and falling in love with his cousin Sue Bridehead his future becomes a series of challenges to his moral, religious and social beliefs.<br><br>\nThe novel caused quite a stir in late Victorian England due in part to it’s depiction of marriage and the role religion played in it. Savagely criticised on publication it led to Hardy turning from novel writing and concentrating for the rest of his career on poetry alone. It’s now considered one of Hardy’s finest works and is held up as an example of English novel writing at it’s best.<br><br>\nSummary by T.Hynes. </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/jude-the-obscure-by-thomas-hardy-2/ |
eleven year old jude fawley inspired teacher mr phillotson leaves marygreen christminster take university degree decides adopt course himself raised great aunt studies hard aid old latin greek books sent phillotson he trains stonemason order enable support university however finally arrives christminster soon finds university education easily come one social standing meeting falling love cousin sue bridehead future becomes series challenges moral religious social beliefs br br novel caused quite stir late victorian england due part it s depiction marriage role religion played it savagely criticised publication led hardy turning novel writing concentrating rest career poetry alone it s considered one hardy s finest works held example english novel writing it s best br br summary t hynes p |
| 6232 |
6176 |
6748 |
Efficiency Expert |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
General Fiction |
Our hero, Jimmy Torrance, Jr., has a hard time finding suitable employment after a brilliant (athletically, at least) college career, despite all kinds of assistance from his friends in the underworld and the wealthy and sophisticated young woman with whom he falls in love. Set in contemporary America, mostly Chicago, this 1921 short novel is one of a handful of Burrough’s works that does not take us to a fantasy or an exotic setting. (Delmar H. Dolbier)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-efficiency-expert-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
hero jimmy torrance jr hard time finding suitable employment brilliant athletically least college career despite kinds assistance friends underworld wealthy sophisticated young woman falls love set contemporary america mostly chicago 1921 short novel one handful burrough s works take us fantasy exotic setting delmar h dolbier p |
| 6233 |
6179 |
6751 |
Movies and Hollywood Short Story Collection, Volume 1 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Fiction about (or involving) motion pictures started appearing in the late nineteenth-century, when writers first became aware of early kinetoscope technologies. These stories grew more and more popular as the public became increasingly fascinated with the movies, the film industry, and the odd inhabitants of Hollywood. These stories reflect and often respond to the public's fascination with the movies; at the same time, they also reveal their fears and anxieties about the new medium. The first volume of this anthology collects 16 short stories and a monologue about motion picture technology and the film industry published between 1895 and 1922. (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/movies-and-hollywood-short-stories-001/ |
fiction or involving motion pictures started appearing late nineteenth century writers first became aware early kinetoscope technologies stories grew popular public became increasingly fascinated movies film industry odd inhabitants hollywood stories reflect often respond public s fascination movies time also reveal fears anxieties new medium first volume anthology collects 16 short stories monologue motion picture technology film industry published 1895 1922 summary chuckw p |
| 6234 |
6180 |
6752 |
Days |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Days by Ralph Waldo Emerson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 10, 2012.<br><br>As a lecturer and orator, Emerson—nicknamed the Concord Sage—became the leading voice of intellectual culture in the United States. Herman Melville, who had met Emerson in 1849, originally thought he had "a defect in the region of the heart" and a "self-conceit so intensely intellectual that at first one hesitates to call it by its right name", though he later admitted Emerson was "a great man". Theodore Parker, a minister and Transcendentalist, noted Emerson's ability to influence and inspire others: "the brilliant genius of Emerson rose in the winter nights, and hung over Boston, drawing the eyes of ingenuous young people to look up to that great new start, a beauty and a mystery, which charmed for the moment, while it gave also perennial inspiration, as it led them forward along new paths, and towards new hopes". ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/days-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings days ralph waldo emerson weekly poetry project june 10 2012 br br as lecturer orator emerson nicknamed concord sage became leading voice intellectual culture united states herman melville met emerson 1849 originally thought a defect region heart self conceit intensely intellectual first one hesitates call right name though later admitted emerson a great man theodore parker minister transcendentalist noted emerson s ability influence inspire others the brilliant genius emerson rose winter nights hung boston drawing eyes ingenuous young people look great new start beauty mystery charmed moment gave also perennial inspiration led forward along new paths towards new hopes summary wikipedia p |
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6181 |
6753 |
Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
Published in 1899, The Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line is a collection of narratives that addresses the impact of Jim Crow laws on African Americans and white Americans of the South. Many of Chesnutt's characters are of mixed-race ancestry which sets them apart for a specific yet degrading kind of treatment from blacks and whites. These stories examine particularly how life in the South was informed through a legacy of slavery and Reconstruction—how members of the “old dominion” desperately struggled to breathe life into the corpse of an antebellum caste system that no longer defined the path and direction in which this country was headed. (Introduction by James K. White).</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-wife-of-his-youth-and-other-stories-of-the-color-line-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
published 1899 wife youth stories color line collection narratives addresses impact jim crow laws african americans white americans south many chesnutt s characters mixed race ancestry sets apart specific yet degrading kind treatment blacks whites stories examine particularly life south informed legacy slavery reconstruction how members old dominion desperately struggled breathe life corpse antebellum caste system longer defined path direction country headed introduction james k white p |
| 6236 |
6182 |
6754 |
Women of History |
Anonymous |
Biography & Autobiography |
An intriguing look at well known women in history from BC 500 to the mid 1800's. Each chapter is a brief overview of one woman's life. An interesting read. (Summary by Michele Eaton) </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/women-of-history-by-anonymous/ |
intriguing look well known women history bc 500 mid 1800 s chapter brief overview one woman s life interesting read summary michele eaton p |
| 6237 |
6183 |
6755 |
Trial of Callista Blake |
Edgar Pangborn |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
In 1959, in the state of New Essex, a witch was on trial. Or so she seemed to many of the jurors who would ultimately decide her fate, and to the people who thronged the crowded courtroom, many of them friends of the murdered woman. On trial for poisoning her former lover's wife, she would--if found guilty--be executed.</p>\n\nCallista Blake is nineteen years old at the time of her trial. She has a very slight physical deformity, and the much greater mental ones of apparent aloofness, fierce independence of mind, a laconic and sometimes sarcastic wit, marked but unconventional artistic talent, avowed atheism, and a complete inability to compromise. Added to all this, although she is not beautiful by any of the usual criteria, men find her overwhelmingly attractive. No wonder the good people of Winchester and Shanesville dislike her, fear her, and, subconsciously, at least, think she is a witch. No wonder they do not believe Callista's story that she had mixed the deadly potion of Monkshood and brandy for herself at a moment of suicidal depression, and had been prevented by a miscarriage from saving Nancy Doherty, who had drunk the stuff accidentally. The circumstantial evidence against Callista could not be more damning, yet there are one or two people unshakeably convinced of her innocence.</p>\n\nThis is the story of their struggle in the courtroom to save her. On her side are one witness--Edith Nolan, her friend and former employer--her defending counsel--Cecil Warner, a sick, aging man who loves her--and Terence Mann, who in his role as judge is obliged to attempt impartiality but, trying his first case carrying the death penalty, is appalled that the fate of a human being can be at the mercy of anything so haphazard as the adversary system and the whim of a jury. We see Callista's ordeal and the events that brought her to it from the viewpoints of all these people, as well as that of Callista herself. We see T. J. Hunter, the formidable District Attorney (they call him hunter Hunter), Jim Doherty, only too willing to accept his confessor's view that he was an innocent ensnared by a temptress of whom he is now happily free, Callista's well-meaning stepfather, hopelessly dominated by her overbearing, histrionic mother, the perfect Gertrude to Callista's Hamlet, and many others who indirectly hold Callista's life in their hands. We gradually learn the history of Callista's passionate affair with Jim, told with a compassion and insight which contrast poignantly with the chilling ritual of the courtroom. Edgar Pangborn knows and understands the people he writes about. And with irresistible force he shows that no one is good enough or wise enough to hold the power of life and death. (Summary from book dust jacket)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/the-trial-of-callista-blake-by-edgar-pangborn/ |
1959 state new essex witch trial seemed many jurors would ultimately decide fate people thronged crowded courtroom many friends murdered woman trial poisoning former lover s wife would if found guilty be executed p callista blake nineteen years old time trial slight physical deformity much greater mental ones apparent aloofness fierce independence mind laconic sometimes sarcastic wit marked unconventional artistic talent avowed atheism complete inability compromise added this although beautiful usual criteria men find overwhelmingly attractive wonder good people winchester shanesville dislike her fear her and subconsciously least think witch wonder believe callista s story mixed deadly potion monkshood brandy moment suicidal depression prevented miscarriage saving nancy doherty drunk stuff accidentally circumstantial evidence callista could damning yet one two people unshakeably convinced innocence p story struggle courtroom save her side one witness edith nolan friend former employer her defending counsel cecil warner sick aging man loves her and terence mann role judge obliged attempt impartiality but trying first case carrying death penalty appalled fate human mercy anything haphazard adversary system whim jury see callista s ordeal events brought viewpoints people well callista herself see t j hunter formidable district attorney they call hunter hunter jim doherty willing accept confessor s view innocent ensnared temptress happily free callista s well meaning stepfather hopelessly dominated overbearing histrionic mother perfect gertrude callista s hamlet many others indirectly hold callista s life hands gradually learn history callista s passionate affair jim told compassion insight contrast poignantly chilling ritual courtroom edgar pangborn knows understands people writes about irresistible force shows one good enough wise enough hold power life death summary book dust jacket p |
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6184 |
6756 |
Bonaparte in Egypt and the Egyptians of To-day |
Haji A. Browne |
*Non-fiction, History , Travel & Geography |
Knowing the Egyptian as I know him, I cannot but think that he is greatly misunderstood, even by those who are sincerely anxious to befriend him. His faults and his failings are to be found at large in almost any of the scores of books that have of late years been written about him and his country; but, though not a few have given him credit for some of his more salient good points, yet none that I have seen have shown any just appreciation of him as he really is. (From the Preface)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/bonaparte-in-egypt-and-the-egyptians-of-to-day-by-haji-a-browne/ |
knowing egyptian know him cannot think greatly misunderstood even sincerely anxious befriend him faults failings found large almost scores books late years written country but though given credit salient good points yet none seen shown appreciation really is from preface p |
| 6239 |
6185 |
6757 |
Reverberator |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
Another Jamesian look at Americans in Paris. What happens when a reporter for an American scandal sheet (The Reverberator) is looking for a good story, though one which might interfere with the marriage plans of a young American woman in the City of Light? This book has been described as "a delicious Parisian bonbon," and its generally good humor stands in contrast with some of the writer's other work. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-reverberator-by-henry-james/ |
another jamesian look americans paris happens reporter american scandal sheet the reverberator looking good story though one might interfere marriage plans young american woman city light book described a delicious parisian bonbon generally good humor stands contrast writer s work summary nicholas clifford p |
| 6240 |
12549 |
13265 |
Compassion |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her works include Poems of Passion and Solitude, which contains the lines "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone". This poem is taken for the collection 'Poems of Purpose'. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/compassion-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet works include poems passion solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone poem taken collection poems purpose summary wikipedia |
| 6241 |
6186 |
6758 |
Twelfth Night (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Shakespeare's great festive comedy, probably written and first performed around 1601, follows the adventures of twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated from each other by a shipwreck. Viola, believing her brother dead, disguises herself as a page in order to serve the lovesick Duke Orsino, who has been rejected by the Countess Olivia. The ensemble cast includes a roster of wonderfully comic characters: Olivia's drunken uncle Sir Toby Belch, his foolish friend Sir Andrew Aguecheek, the witty serving woman Maria, the social-climbing steward Malvolio, and the clever, riddling clown Feste. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Duke Orsino: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Curio/First Officer: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Valentine/Second Officer: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathaniel W. C. Higgins</a><br>Viola: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Captain: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Sir Toby Belch: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Maria: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Sir Andrew Aguecheek: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Clown: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Olivia: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Malvolio: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>Antonio: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Sebastian: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Fabian: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/7543">Allison Walker Elders</a><br>Servant/Priest: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http:/librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/twelfth-night-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
shakespeare s great festive comedy probably written first performed around 1601 follows adventures twins viola sebastian separated shipwreck viola believing brother dead disguises page order serve lovesick duke orsino rejected countess olivia ensemble cast includes roster wonderfully comic characters olivia s drunken uncle sir toby belch foolish friend sir andrew aguecheek witty serving woman maria social climbing steward malvolio clever riddling clown feste summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br duke orsino a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br curio first officer a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br valentine second officer a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathaniel w c higgins a br viola a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br captain a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br sir toby belch a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br maria a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br sir andrew aguecheek a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br clown a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br olivia a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br malvolio a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br sebastian a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br fabian a href http librivox org reader 7543 allison walker elders a br servant priest a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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6759 |
Agnes Grey (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Anne Brontë |
Dramatic Readings |
Agnes Grey is the daughter of a minister, whose family comes to financial ruin. Desperate to earn money to care for herself, she takes one of the few jobs allowed to respectable women in the early Victorian era, as a governess to the children of the wealthy. In working with two different families, the Bloomfields and the Murrays, she comes to learn about the troubles that face a young woman who must try to rein in unruly, spoiled children for a living, and about the ability of wealth and status to destroy social values. After her father's death, Agnes opens a small school with her mother and finds happiness with a man who loves her for herself. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator/Mary Grey/Grandmama Bloomfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Agnes Grey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Edward Weston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Alice Grey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Richard Grey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Mr. Murray/Uncle Robson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Mrs. Murray/Jem's Wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Rosalie Murray: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Matilda Murray: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Mr. Hatfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Jem/Mr. Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Nancy Brown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mrs. Bloomfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria Martin</a><br>Tom Bloomfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Mary Ann Bloomfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Mr. Bloomfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Betty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Audio edited by Amanda Friday<p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/agnes-grey-dramatic-reading-by-anne-bronte/ |
agnes grey daughter minister whose family comes financial ruin desperate earn money care herself takes one jobs allowed respectable women early victorian era governess children wealthy working two different families bloomfields murrays comes learn troubles face young woman must try rein unruly spoiled children living ability wealth status destroy social values father s death agnes opens small school mother finds happiness man loves herself summary wikipedia p br strong cast strong br narrator mary grey grandmama bloomfield a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br agnes grey a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br edward weston a href http librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br alice grey a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br richard grey a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br mr murray uncle robson a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br mrs murray jem s wife a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br rosalie murray a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br matilda murray a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br mr hatfield a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br jem mr smith a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br servant a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br nancy brown a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs bloomfield a href http librivox org reader 7464 victoria martin a br tom bloomfield a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br mary ann bloomfield a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br mr bloomfield a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br betty a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br audio edited amanda friday p |
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6188 |
6760 |
Schat in het Zilvermeer |
Karl May |
General Fiction, Westerns |
In deze roman die in het wilde westen van circa 1870 speelt, portretteert Karl May de reis van een groep jagers (door Karl May West-mannen genoemd) naar het nabijgelegen Silver Lake in de Rocky Mountains. Hoofdpersonen zijn onder andere Old Shatterhand, Old Firehand en Winnetou en de schurk Cornel Brinkley, die om zijn rode haar bekend staat als "Rode Cornel". Deze is de leider van een grote bende zwervers die er niet voor terugschrikt om boerderijen en treinen aan te vallen en te beroven. (Samenvatting van Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/de-schat-in-het-zilvermeer-by-karl-may/ |
deze roman die het wilde westen van circa 1870 speelt portretteert karl may de reis van een groep jagers door karl may west mannen genoemd naar het nabijgelegen silver lake de rocky mountains hoofdpersonen zijn onder andere old shatterhand old firehand en winnetou en de schurk cornel brinkley die om zijn rode haar bekend staat als rode cornel deze de leider van een grote bende zwervers die er niet voor terugschrikt om boerderijen en treinen aan te vallen en te beroven samenvatting van wikipedia p |
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6189 |
6761 |
Robinson Crusoe in Words of One Syllable (Version 2) |
Lucy Aikin |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This book is a fictional autobiography of the title character — a castaway who spends 28 years on a remote tropical island near Trinidad, encountering cannibals, captives, and mutineers before being rescued. You know the story; but do you know the story told in words of one syllable? Here Lucy Aikin under the pen name of Mary Godolphin retells Daniel Defoe's famous tale of danger and solitude and resourcefulness. Because of the simpler words, this might be a good book for listeners where English is not their first language. By Lucy Aikin and Daniel Defoe. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/robinson-crusoe-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-lucy-aikin/ |
book fictional autobiography title character castaway spends 28 years remote tropical island near trinidad encountering cannibals captives mutineers rescued know story know story told words one syllable lucy aikin pen name mary godolphin retells daniel defoe s famous tale danger solitude resourcefulness simpler words might good book listeners english first language lucy aikin daniel defoe summary phil chenevert p |
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6190 |
6762 |
Legend of Sleepy Hollow (Version 2) |
Washington Irving |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<p>"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is a short story by Washington Irving contained in his collection The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent., written while he was living in Birmingham, England, and first published in 1820. It was based on a German folktale set in the Dutch culture of Post-Revolutionary War in New York State. With Irving's companion piece "Rip Van Winkle", it is among the earliest examples of American fiction still read today. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow-by-washington-irving-2/ |
p the legend sleepy hollow short story washington irving contained collection sketch book geoffrey crayon gent written living birmingham england first published 1820 based german folktale set dutch culture post revolutionary war new york state irving s companion piece rip van winkle among earliest examples american fiction still read today summary wikipedia p |
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6191 |
6763 |
Poetry: A Magazine of Verse, Vol 18, April-September 1921 |
Harriet Monroe |
Poetry, Anthologies |
Spring through Fall 1921 in <i>Poetry</i>, edited by Harriet Monroe. 2012 is the 100th Anniversary of <i>Poetry</i> magazine. (Summary by BellonaTimes)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-a-magazine-of-verse-vol-18-by-various/ |
spring fall 1921 i poetry i edited harriet monroe 2012 100th anniversary i poetry i magazine summary bellonatimes p |
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6192 |
6764 |
Divine Companion |
James Allen |
Poetry, Romance, *Non-fiction |
James Allen was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. \n\nIn the introduction Lily Allen writes: "It cannot be said of this book that James Allen wrote it at any particular time or in any one year, for he was engaged in it over many years and those who have eyes to see and hearts to understand will find in its pages the spiritual history of his life. It was his own wish that The Divine Companion should be the last manuscript of his to be published. 'It is the story of my soul,' he said, 'and should be read last of all my books, so that the student may understand and find my message in its pages.'" (Summary by Wikipedia and Lily Allen)<p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-divine-companion-by-james-allen/ |
james allen british philosophical writer known inspirational books poetry pioneer self help movement introduction lily allen writes it cannot said book james allen wrote particular time one year engaged many years eyes see hearts understand find pages spiritual history life wish divine companion last manuscript published it story soul said and read last books student may understand find message pages summary wikipedia lily allen p |
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6193 |
6765 |
Kinder- und Hausmärchen (1812/15) Teil 2 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Anlässlich des 200. Jubiläums der Kinder- und Hausmärchen präsentiert LibriVox eine Auswahl aus der ersten Auflage der Kinder- und Hausmärchen von 1812/15.</p>\nDie erste Auflage der berühmten Märchensammlung unterscheidet sich in einigen Punkten von den bekannteren späteren Auflagen. Sie enthält Geschichten, die in den späteren Auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden, um dem Geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen Publikums entgegenzukommen. So wird Rapunzel hier noch schwanger und Hänsel und Gretel werden von ihrer Mutter im Wald verlassen, nicht von der Stiefmutter. Auch sind viele Märchen mit hugenottischem Hintergrund enthalten, z.B. Der gestiefelte Kater, der auf Charles Perrault zurückgeht und in späteren Auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist.</p>\nDie durch die Brüder Grimm kommentierten Erstausgabe ist Teil des Weltdokumentenerbes der UNESCO. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/kinder-und-hausmaerchen-181215-teil-2-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
anlässlich des 200 jubiläums der kinder und hausmärchen präsentiert librivox eine auswahl aus der ersten auflage der kinder und hausmärchen von 1812 15 p die erste auflage der berühmten märchensammlung unterscheidet sich einigen punkten von den bekannteren späteren auflagen sie enthält geschichten die den späteren auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden um dem geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen publikums entgegenzukommen wird rapunzel hier noch schwanger und hänsel und gretel werden von ihrer mutter im wald verlassen nicht von der stiefmutter auch sind viele märchen mit hugenottischem hintergrund enthalten z b der gestiefelte kater der auf charles perrault zurückgeht und späteren auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist p die durch die brüder grimm kommentierten erstausgabe ist teil des weltdokumentenerbes der unesco zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6194 |
6766 |
Reise nach Tilsit |
Hermann Sudermann |
Literary Fiction |
Ansas Balczus, Fischer und Hofbesitzer in Litauen, hat mit seiner Frau Indre eine eine gute und feine Frau, auf die er stolz sein kann. Aber die hübsche und forsche Magd Busze verdreht ihm völlig den Kopf, und blind vor Leidenschaft ist Ansus schließlich bereit, seine Frau während einer Bootsfahrt nach Tilsit umzubringen. Indre ahnt, was er vorhat, doch obwohl sie sicher ist, die Reise nicht zu überleben, fahren sie zusammen ab...\n<br><br>\n\n"Die Reise nach Tilsit" ist eine der vier "Litauischen Geschichten", in denen Hermann Sudermann Leben und Schicksale der Menschen seiner Heimat im Memelland ergreifend und spannend erzählt. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/die-reise-nach-tilsit-by-hermann-sudermann/ |
ansas balczus fischer und hofbesitzer litauen hat mit seiner frau indre eine eine gute und feine frau auf die er stolz sein kann aber die hübsche und forsche magd busze verdreht ihm völlig den kopf und blind vor leidenschaft ist ansus schließlich bereit seine frau während einer bootsfahrt nach tilsit umzubringen indre ahnt er vorhat doch obwohl sie sicher ist die reise nicht zu überleben fahren sie zusammen ab br br die reise nach tilsit ist eine der vier litauischen geschichten denen hermann sudermann leben und schicksale der menschen seiner heimat im memelland ergreifend und spannend erzählt zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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6195 |
6767 |
Misérables - tome 5 |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction |
Le tome 5 des <i>Misérables</i>, dédié à Jean Valjean, clôt ce roman historique, social et philosophique dans lequel on retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de Victor Hugo concernant la nature humaine. (résumé par Nadine)<p> |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/les-miserables-tome-5-jean-valjean-by-victor-hugo/ |
le tome 5 des i misérables i dédié à jean valjean clôt ce roman historique social et philosophique dans lequel retrouve les idéaux du romantisme et ceux de victor hugo concernant la nature humaine résumé par nadine p |
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6196 |
6768 |
Little Colonel in Arizona |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Family |
In The Little Colonel in Arizona the story is centered around the Ware family, who, after their husband and father has died, and due to the mother's illness, have to move from Kentucky to Arizona. Joyce now has to take most of the responsibility for holding the family together. She is having difficulties in coming to terms with the family's new existence, feeling lonely and that her dreams for the future will never come true. But when she learns to know an invalid at Lee's Ranch who tells her the “Legend of Camelback Mountain”, and she learns the “Lesson of the Bees”, she begins to see a new hope growing<br><br>A letter to Lloyd, “the Little Colonel”, has the effect that she comes to visit the Ware's at their Wigwam for a month. Here she meets the handsome and likeable Phil Tremont who stirs something in her heart, and she wonders if he might be the one written in the stars for her. But Phil, kind and likeable as he is, has his own problems and has to learn to handle them and to learn the “Legend of Alaka and the lost turquoises”.<br><br>Another important person who we get to know more of in this story is the talkative and entertaining little Mary Ware, who has an important role in other, later stories. (Summary by Lars Rolander) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonel-in-arizona-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
little colonel arizona story centered around ware family who husband father died due mother s illness move kentucky arizona joyce take responsibility holding family together difficulties coming terms family s new existence feeling lonely dreams future never come true learns know invalid lee s ranch tells legend camelback mountain learns lesson bees begins see new hope growing br br a letter lloyd the little colonel effect comes visit ware s wigwam month meets handsome likeable phil tremont stirs something heart wonders might one written stars her phil kind likeable is problems learn handle learn legend alaka lost turquoises br br another important person get know story talkative entertaining little mary ware important role other later stories summary lars rolander p |
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6197 |
6769 |
Tosa Diary |
no Tsurayuki Ki |
Memoirs, Middle Ages/Middle History |
Ki no Tsurayuki was a Japanese waka poet of the Heian period. In 905, he was one of the poets ordered to compile the "Kokinshu - Collected Japanese Poems of Ancient and Modern Times". He is also one of the Thirty-six Poetry Immortals of Japan. <p> \nThe Tosa Diary, written in 935, is considered the major work of Ki. It is an account of his return to the capital Kyoto from Tosa province, where he had served as governor since 930. The journey is by boat, and Ki no Tsurayuki tells about his sea sickness and fear of pirates, his impressions of the coast, and the various offerings to placate the gods of the sea. The Tosa Diary is written entirely in kana (the women's alphabet) and contains many poems composed by Ki during the journey. </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-tosa-diary-by-ki-no-tsurayuki/ |
ki tsurayuki japanese waka poet heian period 905 one poets ordered compile kokinshu collected japanese poems ancient modern times also one thirty six poetry immortals japan p tosa diary written 935 considered major work ki account return capital kyoto tosa province served governor since 930 journey boat ki tsurayuki tells sea sickness fear pirates impressions coast various offerings placate gods sea tosa diary written entirely kana the women s alphabet contains many poems composed ki journey p |
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6198 |
6770 |
杜子春 (Toshisyun) |
Ryūnosuke Akutagawa |
Children's Fiction |
『杜子春』(とししゅん)は、芥川龍之介の短編小説。1920年(大正9年)に雑誌『赤い鳥』にて発表された。中国の古典、鄭還古の『杜子春伝』を童話化したもの。\n(ウィキペディア)<br/><br/>\nToshisyun was published on Akaitori (a magazine for children) in 1920. It's based on a story in China. (Summary by ekzemplaro)\n<br/><br/>Proof listened by April Gonzales & BubbleReader</p> |
Japanese |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/toshisyun-by-ryunosuke-akutagawa/ |
杜子春 とししゅん は 芥川龍之介の短編小説 1920年 大正9年 に雑誌 赤い鳥 にて発表された 中国の古典 鄭還古の 杜子春伝 を童話化したもの ウィキペディア br br toshisyun published akaitori a magazine children 1920 based story china summary ekzemplaro br br proof listened april gonzales bubblereader p |
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6199 |
6771 |
Little Dorrit (Version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
<p>Little Dorrit, one of the three great novels of Charles Dickens’ last period, was produced in monthly installments from 1855 to 1857, and is considered one of his most profound. Dickens’ father spent three months in Marshalsea Prison for debt, which made a lasting impact on his life. This story centers around life in Marshalsea Prison and, as always, society in general.<br><br>Book One begins in the infamous Marseilles Prison in France, where two prisoners, Rigaud the French rogue and the ever cheerful Italian Cavaletto, share a cell. We meet them again later, but the scene shifts quickly to the English debtor’s prison, The Marshalsea, where Mr. Dorrit is confined. His daughter Amy is born there, the only baby ever born in that prison. Tiny as a baby, she grows into a sweet-natured tiny adult, better known as “Little Dorrit.” The other inmates love and respect the child and the caring woman she becomes. Mr. Dorrit is also revered by them, and as the inmate with the longest term of imprisonment, he becomes “Father of the Marshalsea.”<br><br>Enter Arthur Clennam, who meets Mr. Dorrit and Amy. He notes that she takes care of her father’s every need, and also cooks, cleans, and mends the clothes of her older siblings. Arthur suspects that Dorrit was wrongly imprisoned, and begins investigating the case, which may involve his own family as well.<br><br>In Book Two, Mr. Dorrit has been freed, and his family begins a new life. Arthur Clennam, now a dear friend of Little Dorrit, becomes partner with an engineer and inventor named Daniel Doyce, but a surprising event occurs which puts Arthur into prison. The twists and turns of fortune for himself, the Dorrit family and many others are changed forever. (Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/little-dorrit-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
p little dorrit one three great novels charles dickens last period produced monthly installments 1855 1857 considered one profound dickens father spent three months marshalsea prison debt made lasting impact life story centers around life marshalsea prison and always society general br br book one begins infamous marseilles prison france two prisoners rigaud french rogue ever cheerful italian cavaletto share cell meet later scene shifts quickly english debtor s prison marshalsea mr dorrit confined daughter amy born there baby ever born prison tiny baby grows sweet natured tiny adult better known little dorrit inmates love respect child caring woman becomes mr dorrit also revered them inmate longest term imprisonment becomes father marshalsea br br enter arthur clennam meets mr dorrit amy notes takes care father s every need also cooks cleans mends clothes older siblings arthur suspects dorrit wrongly imprisoned begins investigating case may involve family well br br in book two mr dorrit freed family begins new life arthur clennam dear friend little dorrit becomes partner engineer inventor named daniel doyce surprising event occurs puts arthur prison twists turns fortune himself dorrit family many others changed forever summary mil nicholson p |
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6200 |
6772 |
Jane Eyre (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Charlotte Brontë |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Primarily of the bildungsroman genre, Jane Eyre follows the emotions and experiences of eponymous Jane Eyre, her growth to adulthood, and her love for Mr. Rochester, the byronic master of Thornfield Hall. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator/Charlotte Bronte/Louisa Eshton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Jane Eyre: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Young Jane/Mrs. Dent/Bread Shop Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Reed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>John Reed/Mr. Lloyd/Robert/John/Mr. Mason: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7475">Jared Hess</a><br>Eliza Reed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7488">Thisbe</a><br>Georgiana Reed: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>Bessie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7130">Verity Kendall</a><br>Abbot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Sarah/Helen Burns: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>First Class Lowood Girl/Hannah: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Cumberland Girl/Sam/Dr. Carter/Footman/Housekeeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7607">C F de Rosset</a><br>Mr. Brocklehurst: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Miss Temple/Lowton Postmistress/Charwoman/Mrs. Eshton/Diana Rivers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Miss Miller: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7525">Jeannie Tirado</a><br>Miss Scatcherd/Lowood Nurse/Barbara/Lady Ingram/Cottage Girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Miss Smith/Lady Lynn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Lowood Servant/House Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7552">KateC</a><br>Miss Brocklehurst/Amy Eshton/Porter's Wife: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria Martin</a><br>Mr. Rochester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Mrs. Fairfax/Coach Guard/Host: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Leah/Rosamund Oliver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5265">Susanna</a><br>Mary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6385">Novella Serena</a><br>Grace Poole: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Adele: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Sophie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>Blanche Ingram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Lord Ingram: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7659">andrelt</a><br>Mary Ingram/Mary Rivers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Colonel Dent/Mr. Wood/Coachman/Waiter/Ostler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Frederick Lynn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7903">Ethan Hardman</a><br>Henry Lynn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Mr. Eshton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>Mr. Briggs: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>St. John Rivers: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Cottage Mother: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally Mc</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Barr and Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/jane-eyre-dramatic-reading-by-charlotte-bronte |
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6201 |
6773 |
Book of A Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights), Volume 07 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the seventh of sixteen volumes translated by Richard Francis Burton. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-a-thousand-nights-and-a-night-arabian-nights-volume-07-by-anonymous/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes seventh sixteen volumes translated richard francis burton summary adapted wikipedia p |
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6202 |
6774 |
Sorrows of a Show Girl |
Kenneth McGaffey |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Plays |
Originally printed in The Morning Telegraph in New York, this is the story of Miss Sabrina, the show girl, and her ups and downs with the unpredictable theatrical industry and the Great White Way, the lights and glamour of Broadway. "In order to set myself right with both the public and the vast army of Sabrinas that add youth and beauty to our stage, and brilliancy and gaiety to our well known cafes, I wish to say that she is all that she should be...”- Kenneth McGaffey (Summary by Amanda Friday)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Sabrina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mr. Jenkins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Amanda Friday<p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-sorrows-of-a-show-girl-by-kenneth-mcgaffrey/ |
originally printed morning telegraph new york story miss sabrina show girl ups downs unpredictable theatrical industry great white way lights glamour broadway in order set right public vast army sabrinas add youth beauty stage brilliancy gaiety well known cafes wish say be kenneth mcgaffey summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br sabrina a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mr jenkins a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br br strong audio edited by strong amanda friday p |
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6203 |
6775 |
Ashton-Kirk, Investigator |
John Thomas McIntyre |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Ashton-Kirk, who has solved so many mysteries, is himself something of a problem even to those who know him best. Although young, wealthy, and of high social position, he is nevertheless an indefatigable worker in his chosen field. He smiles when men call him a detective. "No; only an investigator," he says.\nHe has never courted notoriety; indeed, his life has been more or less secluded. However, let a man do remarkable work in any line and, as Emerson has observed, "the world will make a beaten path to his door."\nThose who have found their way to Ashton-Kirk's door have been of many races and interests. Men of science have often been surprised to find him in touch with the latest discoveries, scholars searching among strange tongues and dialects, and others deep in tattered scrolls, ancient tablets and forgotten books have been his frequent visitors. But among them come many who seek his help in solving problems in crime.\n"I'm more curious than some other fellows, that's all," is the way he accounts for himself. "If a puzzle is put in front of me I can't rest till I know the answer." At any rate his natural bent has always been to make plain the mysterious; each well hidden step in the perpetration of a crime has always been for him an exciting lure; and to follow a thread, snarled by circumstances or by another intelligence has been, he admits, his chief delight.\nThere are many strange things to be written of this remarkable man--but this, the case of the numismatist Hume, has been selected as the first because it is one of the simplest, and yet clearly illustrates Ashton-Kirk's peculiar talents. It will also throw some light on the question, often asked, as to how his cases come to him. (Summary by John T. McIntyre) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/ashton-kirk-investigator-by-john-thomas-mcintyre/ |
ashton kirk solved many mysteries something problem even know best although young wealthy high social position nevertheless indefatigable worker chosen field smiles men call detective no investigator says never courted notoriety indeed life less secluded however let man remarkable work line and emerson observed the world make beaten path door found way ashton kirk s door many races interests men science often surprised find touch latest discoveries scholars searching among strange tongues dialects others deep tattered scrolls ancient tablets forgotten books frequent visitors among come many seek help solving problems crime i m curious fellows that s all way accounts himself if puzzle put front can t rest till know answer rate natural bent always make plain mysterious well hidden step perpetration crime always exciting lure follow thread snarled circumstances another intelligence been admits chief delight many strange things written remarkable man but this case numismatist hume selected first one simplest yet clearly illustrates ashton kirk s peculiar talents also throw light question often asked cases come him summary john t mcintyre p |
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6776 |
Avenger |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Detective Fiction |
Herbert Wrayson, a bachelor returns to his flat one night to find a young lady rifling his desk. He questions her and finds she thought she was in the apartment of his neighbor, Morris Barnes, who lives above him. While he is on the telephone, she quietly slips out of his flat and heads to Barnes’ abode. A few hours later, she is once again at his door – this time looking scared and faint. She asks Wrayson to escort her downstairs as the hallway is unlit. As they emerge, a hansom sits at the doorway with Morris Barnes in it. But, they discover that Barnes has been strangled. Wrayson soon learns that the young lady is the estranged older daughter of a club acquaintance, retired Colonel Fitzmaurice. He also discovers that he has fallen in love with her. The big question however, has he fallen for a murderess? How can he discover the truth? In typical Oppenheim style, this “whodunit” weaves a tangled web and one must wait until the end to discover the surprising truth. (Summary by Tom Weiss)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-avenger-by-oppenheim-e-phillips/ |
herbert wrayson bachelor returns flat one night find young lady rifling desk questions finds thought apartment neighbor morris barnes lives him telephone quietly slips flat heads barnes abode hours later door time looking scared faint asks wrayson escort downstairs hallway unlit emerge hansom sits doorway morris barnes it but discover barnes strangled wrayson soon learns young lady estranged older daughter club acquaintance retired colonel fitzmaurice also discovers fallen love her big question however fallen murderess discover truth typical oppenheim style whodunit weaves tangled web one must wait end discover surprising truth summary tom weiss p |
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6205 |
6777 |
Erotica Romana |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Erotica, General Fiction |
Also known as the "Roman Elegies," Erotica Romana is von Goethe's literary tribute to human sexuality and eroticism. Written in 24 elegies to emulate classical Roman elegy writers such as Tibullus, Propertius, and Catullus, von Goethe creates a lyrical work of art that has often been subject to censorship. (Summary by Adam E. Maroney) </p> |
English |
1795 |
https://librivox.org/erotica-romana-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
also known roman elegies erotica romana von goethe s literary tribute human sexuality eroticism written 24 elegies emulate classical roman elegy writers tibullus propertius catullus von goethe creates lyrical work art often subject censorship summary adam e maroney p |
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6206 |
6778 |
Victorian Literature |
Clement Shorter |
Literary Collections |
Victorian Literature by Clement Shorter is a brief work that gives a good introduction to many of the important writers, historians, and critics of the Victorian era. Presented as a "gathering up (of) a few impressions of pleasant reading hours", this little book is sure to delight any one with an interest in this most fascinating of literary periods. (Summary by Mudlark) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/victorian-literature-by-clement-shorter/ |
victorian literature clement shorter brief work gives good introduction many important writers historians critics victorian era presented gathering of impressions pleasant reading hours little book sure delight one interest fascinating literary periods summary mudlark p |
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6207 |
6779 |
Antymonachomachia |
Ignacy Krasicki |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Satire |
Poemat opowiada o reakcjach mnichów do których klasztoru Niezgoda podrzuciła Monachomachię. Pozornie odwołując zarzuty wypowiedziane w Monachomachii, autor ponownie dokonuje krytyki sposobu życia zakonników, którzy w obliczu ataku przybierają różne postawy począwszy od otwarcie wojowniczej do ugodowej. (Summary by Piotr Nater)</p> |
Polish |
1780 |
https://librivox.org/antymonachomachia-by-ignacy-krasicki/ |
poemat opowiada reakcjach mnichów których klasztoru niezgoda podrzuciła monachomachię pozornie odwołując zarzuty wypowiedziane w monachomachii autor ponownie dokonuje krytyki sposobu życia zakonników którzy w obliczu ataku przybierają różne postawy począwszy od otwarcie wojowniczej ugodowej summary piotr nater p |
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6780 |
Make-Believe Man |
Richard Harding Davis |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Adventure was what our protagonist was looking for, when he boarded the steamer "Patience" for his holiday, and when one has a man with such a vivid imagination like Joseph Forbes Kinney as a travel companion, who seems to find adventures at every turn of the road (and if not, he manufactures them), the two travellers are sure to stumble into trouble... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-make-believe-man-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
adventure protagonist looking for boarded steamer patience holiday one man vivid imagination like joseph forbes kinney travel companion seems find adventures every turn road and not manufactures them two travellers sure stumble trouble summary carolin p |
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6209 |
6781 |
Study In Scarlet (Version 4) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A Study in Scarlet is a detective mystery novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, introducing his new character of Sherlock Holmes, who later became one of the most famous literary detective characters. He wrote the story in 1886, and it was published the next year. The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes to his sidekick Doctor Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There’s the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it." (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-version-4-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
study scarlet detective mystery novel written sir arthur conan doyle introducing new character sherlock holmes later became one famous literary detective characters wrote story 1886 published next year book s title derives speech given holmes sidekick doctor watson nature work describes story s murder investigation study scarlet there s scarlet thread murder running colourless skein life duty unravel it isolate it expose every inch it summary wikipedia p |
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6210 |
6782 |
Iliad of Homer, Rendered into English Blank Verse |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
"It must equally be considered a splendid performance; and for the present we have no hesitation in saying that it is by far the best representation of Homer's Iliad in the English language." - London Times, 1865<br />"The merits of Lord Derby's translation may be summed up in one word, it is eminently attractive; it is instinct with life; it may be read with fervent interest; it is immeasurably nearer than Pope to the text of the original. Lord Derby has given a version far more closely allied to the original, and superior to any that has yet been attempted in the blank verse of our language." - Edinburgh Review, January 1865. <p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-iliad-of-homer-rendered-into-english-blank-verse-by-homer/ |
it must equally considered splendid performance present hesitation saying far best representation homer s iliad english language london times 1865 br the merits lord derby s translation may summed one word eminently attractive instinct life may read fervent interest immeasurably nearer pope text original lord derby given version far closely allied original superior yet attempted blank verse language edinburgh review january 1865 p |
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6211 |
6783 |
Troilus and Criseyde |
Geoffrey Chaucer |
Poetry |
Troilus and Criseyde is a poem by Geoffrey Chaucer which re-tells in Middle English the tragic story of the lovers Troilus and Criseyde set against a backdrop of war in the Siege of Troy. It was composed using rime royale and probably completed during the mid 1380s. Many Chaucer scholars regard it as the poet's finest work. As a finished long poem it is certainly more self-contained than the better known but ultimately uncompleted Canterbury Tales. Criseyde, the daughter of the seer Calchas, lives alone in Troy after her father abandons the Trojans to help the Greeks. Eventually she catches the eye of Troilus, a man who had previously scoffed at love, and becomes the object of his overwhelming desire. With the help of Criseyde’s uncle Pandarus he wins her love but soon loses it when the Greeks and the Trojans conduct an exchange of prisoners. Calchas, who knows of Troy’s imminent destruction, persuades the Greeks to exchange Antenor for his daughter and thus saves her from the doomed city. Criseyde promises Troilus that she’ll return to him after ten days but once she’s back in the care of her father she realizes the impossibility of her promise. Resigned to her fate, Criseyde yields to the flirtations of Diomedes, and her love for Troilus fades. When Deiphobus wins the armor of Diomedes, Troilus discovers a brooch he gave Criseyde upon her departure pinned to it. Heartbroken, he tries to find Diomedes and take his revenge during battle but after slaying many is in his turn killed by Achilles. As his spirit goes to heaven he reflects on the absurdity of all life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
Middle English |
1385 |
https://librivox.org/troilus-and-criseyde-by-geoffrey-chaucer/ |
troilus criseyde poem geoffrey chaucer re tells middle english tragic story lovers troilus criseyde set backdrop war siege troy composed using rime royale probably completed mid 1380s many chaucer scholars regard poet s finest work finished long poem certainly self contained better known ultimately uncompleted canterbury tales criseyde daughter seer calchas lives alone troy father abandons trojans help greeks eventually catches eye troilus man previously scoffed love becomes object overwhelming desire help criseyde s uncle pandarus wins love soon loses greeks trojans conduct exchange prisoners calchas knows troy s imminent destruction persuades greeks exchange antenor daughter thus saves doomed city criseyde promises troilus she ll return ten days she s back care father realizes impossibility promise resigned fate criseyde yields flirtations diomedes love troilus fades deiphobus wins armor diomedes troilus discovers brooch gave criseyde upon departure pinned it heartbroken tries find diomedes take revenge battle slaying many turn killed achilles spirit goes heaven reflects absurdity life itself summary wikipedia p |
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6784 |
Tom Swift and His Sky Racer |
Victor Appleton |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
A $10,000 prize lures Tom into competing at a local aviation meet at Eagle Park. Tom is determined to build the fastest plane around, but his plans mysteriously disappear, which means Tom must redesign his new airplane from the beginning. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-sky-racer-by-victor-appleton/ |
10 000 prize lures tom competing local aviation meet eagle park tom determined build fastest plane around plans mysteriously disappear means tom must redesign new airplane beginning summary wikipedia p |
| 6268 |
6213 |
6785 |
Ulysses S. Grant |
Owen Wister |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Ulysses S. Grant was the great hero (for the North) in the Civil War and the 18th President of the United States. This short biography is only 145 pages in a little pamphlet size. The author is famous for his stories of the Old West, but he also wrote a substantial body of nonfiction literature. (Summary by David Wales)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ulysses-s-grant-by-owen-wister/ |
ulysses s grant great hero for north civil war 18th president united states short biography 145 pages little pamphlet size author famous stories old west also wrote substantial body nonfiction literature summary david wales p |
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6214 |
6786 |
Gemeindekind |
Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach |
General Fiction |
Eine Geschichte über zwei Kinder, die nach der Exekution des Vaters und der Inhaftierung der Mutter an die Gemeinde zur Obhut übergeben werden. Das Mädchen hat Glück und findet eine reiche Gönnerin, der Junge jedoch landet bei einer schlechten Familie, die ihn schamlos ausnutzt. Seine Schwester darf er jahrelang nicht sehen, weil man seinen angeblichen schlechten Einfluss auf sie unterbinden will. Auch das Dorf lässt ihn immer wieder spüren, dass er bei ihnen nicht willkommen ist - denn sie sind davon überzeugt, dass er eines Tages wie sein Vater enden wird. Pavel setzt sich zur Wehr, wodurch seine Situation noch schlimmer wird. Doch dann tritt jemand in sein Leben, der an ihn glaubt. Wird er doch noch den richtigen Weg einschlagen und den widrigen Umständen zum Trotze sein Glück finden? (Zusammengefasst von Julia Niedermaier) <p> |
German |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/gemeindekind-by-marie-von-ebner-eschenbach/ |
eine geschichte über zwei kinder die nach der exekution des vaters und der inhaftierung der mutter die gemeinde zur obhut übergeben werden das mädchen hat glück und findet eine reiche gönnerin der junge jedoch landet bei einer schlechten familie die ihn schamlos ausnutzt seine schwester darf er jahrelang nicht sehen weil man seinen angeblichen schlechten einfluss auf sie unterbinden will auch das dorf lässt ihn immer wieder spüren dass er bei ihnen nicht willkommen ist denn sie sind davon überzeugt dass er eines tages wie sein vater enden wird pavel setzt sich zur wehr wodurch seine situation noch schlimmer wird doch dann tritt jemand sein leben der ihn glaubt wird er doch noch den richtigen weg einschlagen und den widrigen umständen zum trotze sein glück finden zusammengefasst von julia niedermaier p |
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6215 |
6787 |
Adventures of Pinocchio (version 2) |
Carlo Collodi |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Do today's children still learn what a "marionette" is? The beloved story of Pinocchio may represent a last lingering picture of a world not dominated by plastic or electronic toys.\n\nPinocchio is a puppet made from a piece of wood that curiously could talk even before being carved. A wooden-head he starts and a wooden-head he stays - until after years of misadventures caused by his laziness and failure to keep promises he finally learns to care about his family - and then he becomes a real boy.\n\nFor those who have seen the Disney movie the cast of characters will be familiar, from the Talking Cricket (who acts as his conscience) to Lamp-Wick, his partner in truancy and having heedless fun.\n\nThough the toys of today are far from the puppet shows in Carlo Collodi's book, his themes of being truthful, thoughtful, and dependable will always be timely.\n\n(Summary by Mark)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-pinocchio-by-carlo-collodi/ |
today s children still learn marionette is beloved story pinocchio may represent last lingering picture world dominated plastic electronic toys pinocchio puppet made piece wood curiously could talk even carved wooden head starts wooden head stays years misadventures caused laziness failure keep promises finally learns care family becomes real boy seen disney movie cast characters familiar talking cricket who acts conscience lamp wick partner truancy heedless fun though toys today far puppet shows carlo collodi s book themes truthful thoughtful dependable always timely summary mark p |
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6788 |
Amateur |
Richard Harding Davis |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
On the steamer on his way to London, Austin Ford meets a young woman, who is going to London to find her missing husband. Being a specialist in finding people, Mr. Ford agrees to help her in her quest. However, something appears to be not quite right about the lady and her story... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-amateur-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
steamer way london austin ford meets young woman going london find missing husband specialist finding people mr ford agrees help quest however something appears quite right lady story summary carolin p |
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6223 |
6795 |
Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson |
Sæmund Sigfusson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
The most complete set of the epic Norse eddas, or poems. It contains in beautiful verse the pagan beliefs of the Old Norse. Luckily in this work both the Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson are presented, and you may find a version of the Nibelunglied that you aren't as familiar with. Numerous authors including Tolkien and Martin have acknowledge their debt to and appreciation for these traditional works. (Summary by Becky Cook) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/elder-eddas-younger-eddas-by-saemund-sigfusson/ |
complete set epic norse eddas poems contains beautiful verse pagan beliefs old norse luckily work elder eddas saemund sigfusson younger eddas snorre sturleson presented may find version nibelunglied familiar with numerous authors including tolkien martin acknowledge debt appreciation traditional works summary becky cook |
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6217 |
6789 |
Notes From The Underground (version 2) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Literary Fiction |
Notes from Underground is an 1864 novella by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. Notes is considered by many to be the first existentialist novel. It presents itself as an excerpt from the rambling memoirs of a bitter, isolated, unnamed narrator (generally referred to by critics as the Underground Man) who is a retired civil servant living in St. Petersburg. The first part of the story is told in monologue form, or the underground man's diary, and attacks emerging Western philosophy, especially Nikolay Chernyshevsky's What Is to Be Done?. The second part of the book is called "Àpropos of the Wet Snow," and describes certain events that, it seems, are destroying and sometimes renewing the underground man, who acts as a first person, unreliable narrator. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/notes-from-the-underground-version-2-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
notes underground 1864 novella fyodor dostoyevsky notes considered many first existentialist novel presents excerpt rambling memoirs bitter isolated unnamed narrator generally referred critics underground man retired civil servant living st petersburg first part story told monologue form underground man s diary attacks emerging western philosophy especially nikolay chernyshevsky s done second part book called àpropos wet snow describes certain events that seems destroying sometimes renewing underground man acts first person unreliable narrator summary wikipedia p |
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6218 |
6790 |
Slave Is a Slave |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
The Galactic Empire is slowly 'welcoming' into the family of civilized worlds those systems so far off in the backwater of the galaxy that they have been overlooked and ignored for the past 500 years or so. This is purely routine work because every planet offered the chance has eagerly accepted the invitation. Mainly because the enlightened Empire lets the planetary government continue to rule and do whatever it wants...with a few minor restrictions of course; and because the they are shown what happens to planets who decide not to accept the invitation.<br><br>Aditya is the system in question here. Forgotten for almost a millennium but surviving, thank you very much, with an economy based entirely on slavery. Everyone is a slave except for the few thousand Lords Master. What happens when the this type of society meets the Constitution of the Galactic Empire which forbids any type of slavery? What happens when the poor, oppressed slaves are given their freedom? Funny you should ask ....</p>\n |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/a-slave-is-a-slave-by-h-beam-piper/ |
galactic empire slowly welcoming family civilized worlds systems far backwater galaxy overlooked ignored past 500 years so purely routine work every planet offered chance eagerly accepted invitation mainly enlightened empire lets planetary government continue rule whatever wants with minor restrictions course shown happens planets decide accept invitation br br aditya system question here forgotten almost millennium surviving thank much economy based entirely slavery everyone slave except thousand lords master happens type society meets constitution galactic empire forbids type slavery happens poor oppressed slaves given freedom funny ask p |
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6219 |
6791 |
Sandman's Goodnight Stories |
Abbie Phillips Walker |
Children's Fiction |
Have you every read a bed time story to a child? Or had one read to you? Fun, isn't it? These 28 delightful, short, well written and whimsical stores by the famous storyteller Abby Phillips just beg to be read aloud by adults or children. With titles like THE REVENGE OF THE FIREFLIES and SALLIE HICKS'S FOREFINGER how can you go wrong? Turn on the nightlight, tuck 'em in, settle down in the rocking chair and ... enjoy. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/sandmans-goodnight-stories-by-abbie-walker/ |
every read bed time story child one read you fun it 28 delightful short well written whimsical stores famous storyteller abby phillips beg read aloud adults children titles like revenge fireflies sallie hicks s forefinger go wrong turn nightlight tuck em in settle rocking chair enjoy summary phil chenevert p |
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6220 |
6792 |
Ordeal of Mark Twain |
Van Wyck Brooks |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This book, published in 1920, analyzes the literary progression of Samuel Clemens and his shortcomings (which are debatable). Brooks attributes Clemens' increasing sense of pessimism to the repression of his creative spirit due largely to his mother and his wife. (Summary by Wikipedia and Lucretia B)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-ordeal-of-mark-twain-by-van-wyck-brooks/ |
book published 1920 analyzes literary progression samuel clemens shortcomings which debatable brooks attributes clemens increasing sense pessimism repression creative spirit due largely mother wife summary wikipedia lucretia b p |
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6221 |
6793 |
Anne of the Island (version 3) (dramatic reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Romance |
Anne of the Island is the third book in the Anne of Green Gables series, written by Lucy Maud Montgomery about Anne Shirley. Anne of the Island was published in 1915, seven years after the bestselling Anne of Green Gables. In the continuing story of Anne Shirley, Anne attends Redmond College in Kingsport, where she is studying for her BA. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Anne Shirley/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Diana Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Gilbert Blythe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Davy Keith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Josie Pye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7511">Sherri Vance</a><br>Marilla Cuthbert/Mrs. Irving/Mrs. Gardner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Rachel Lynde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Priscilla Grant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Philippa Gordon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Ruby Gillis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Jane Andrews/Woman/Miss Lavendar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria B. Martin</a><br>Stella Maynard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Miss Patty Spofford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Miss Maria Spofford/Charlotta the Fourth/Aline Gardner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6724">Kristin Young</a><br>Aunt Atossa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mr. Harrison/Sam/Pacifique Buote: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Mrs. Gillis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Aunt Jamesina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7218">MJ Franck</a><br>Paul Irving/Alec Ward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6511">csjesi1</a><br>Royal Gardner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Skinner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>Janet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br>Mr. Douglas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7587">jtmartinsen</a><br>Mrs. Douglas: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Dorothy Gardner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mrs. Andrews: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7552">KateC</a><br>Mrs. Allan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw</strong><p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-dramatic-reading-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
anne island third book anne green gables series written lucy maud montgomery anne shirley anne island published 1915 seven years bestselling anne green gables continuing story anne shirley anne attends redmond college kingsport studying ba summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br anne shirley narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br diana barry a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br gilbert blythe a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br davy keith a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br josie pye a href http librivox org reader 7511 sherri vance a br marilla cuthbert mrs irving mrs gardner a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs rachel lynde a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br priscilla grant a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br philippa gordon a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ruby gillis a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br jane andrews woman miss lavendar a href http librivox org reader 7464 victoria b martin a br stella maynard a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br miss patty spofford a href http librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br miss maria spofford charlotta fourth aline gardner a href http librivox org reader 6724 kristin young a br aunt atossa a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr harrison sam pacifique buote a href http librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br mrs gillis a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br aunt jamesina a href http librivox org reader 7218 mj franck a br paul irving alec ward a href http librivox org reader 6511 csjesi1 a br royal gardner a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs skinner a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br janet a href http librivox org reader 6171 sarah holtz a br mr douglas a href http librivox org reader 7587 jtmartinsen a br mrs douglas a href http librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br dorothy gardner a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mrs andrews a href http librivox org reader 7552 katec a br mrs allan a href http librivox org reader 1472 sarah jennings a br br strong audio edited arielle lipshaw strong p |
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6222 |
6794 |
Indian To-day |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Based in part upon the author's own observations and personal knowledge, it was the aim of the book to set forth the status and outlook of the North American Indian. He addressed issues such as Indian schools, health, government policy and agencies, and citizenship in this book. In connection with his writings, Eastman was in steady demand as a lecturer and public speaker with the purpose of interpreting his race to the present age. (Summary in part from "The Indian To-day" by Charles A. Eastman) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-indian-to-day-by-charles-a-eastman/ |
based part upon author s observations personal knowledge aim book set forth status outlook north american indian addressed issues indian schools health government policy agencies citizenship book connection writings eastman steady demand lecturer public speaker purpose interpreting race present age summary part the indian to day charles a eastman p |
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6225 |
6797 |
Emperor's Candlesticks |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
When a group of Russian anarchists kidnap a Russian prince in Vienna there are repercussions. On learning that the Cardinal d'Orsay has agreed to convey some hollow candlesticks from the Emperor to the Princess Marionoff in St Petersburg, two spies both see the possibility of using them to convey messages safely into Russia. One is an eager young idealist involved in the plot against the prince, the other is Madame Demidoff, a beautiful agent of the Tsar. When the candlesticks go missing at the border, the two engage in a race to get them back, both realizing that their very lives could depend on the retrieval. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-emperors-candlesticks-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
group russian anarchists kidnap russian prince vienna repercussions learning cardinal d orsay agreed convey hollow candlesticks emperor princess marionoff st petersburg two spies see possibility using convey messages safely russia one eager young idealist involved plot prince madame demidoff beautiful agent tsar candlesticks go missing border two engage race get back realizing lives could depend retrieval summary wikipedia p |
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6226 |
6798 |
Voice in the Wilderness |
Grace Livingston Hill |
General Fiction |
Margaret leaves her family home and security to become a school teacher in the wilds of early Arizona. Accidentally getting off her safe and warm train at the wrong place, she encounters first hand the wildness and beauty of the vast West and its interesting inhabitants. (Summary by JaneAusten7) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-voice-in-the-wilderness-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
margaret leaves family home security become school teacher wilds early arizona accidentally getting safe warm train wrong place encounters first hand wildness beauty vast west interesting inhabitants summary janeausten7 |
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6227 |
6799 |
Juggernaut: A Veiled Record |
George Eggleston |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Edgar Braine was consistently successful at all he set out to accomplish. He went through life with goals and worked diligently and with ethical purity in reaching those goals, from becoming editor of the local newspaper on up to his political aspirations. That was how his mother, in her waning years, had advised him to reach his goals, and Edgar was determined to honor her advice. There was one caveat in his mothers advice however, and it is for Edgar to determine exactly what she meant by it. Is success measured by the interactions between business, politics, and marriage? (Summary by Roger)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/juggernaut-a-veiled-record-by-george-eggleston-and-dolores-marbourg/ |
edgar braine consistently successful set accomplish went life goals worked diligently ethical purity reaching goals becoming editor local newspaper political aspirations mother waning years advised reach goals edgar determined honor advice one caveat mothers advice however edgar determine exactly meant it success measured interactions business politics marriage summary roger p |
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6228 |
6800 |
Not That It Matters |
A. A. Milne |
Short Stories |
More of the witty, wry, and deliciously wicked essays and articles written by Milne. Most people know him as the creator of Winnie The Pooh, but he worked for many years as editor of Punch Magazine and these are some of his best. Not That It Matters is a collection of over 40 of these short stories and articles. Not That It Matters collects his columns for Punch, which include poems, essays and short stories, from 1912 to 1920. Most of his writing pokes fun, both gentle and not so gentle at a variety of topics. They vary greatly in length so there should be something for everyone. Milne wrote in a thoroughly British atmosphere and for a thoroughly British audience so some of his references may need a bit of research for those 'not of the Empire' (like me) to understand. (Summary by wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/not-that-it-matters-by-a-a-milne/ |
witty wry deliciously wicked essays articles written milne people know creator winnie pooh worked many years editor punch magazine best matters collection 40 short stories articles matters collects columns punch include poems essays short stories 1912 1920 writing pokes fun gentle gentle variety topics vary greatly length something everyone milne wrote thoroughly british atmosphere thoroughly british audience references may need bit research not empire like me understand summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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6229 |
6801 |
Principles of Economics with Applications to Practical Problems |
Frank Albert Fetter |
Business & Economics |
<br />Frank Albert Fetter was an American economist of the Austrian school, but referred to himself as a member of the “American Psychological School” instead. Fetter contested the position that land is theoretically distinct from capital, arguing that such a distinction was impractical. His stand on this issue led him to oppose ideas like the land value tax. <br /><br />Fetter also asserted that just as the price of each consumer good is determined solely by subjective value, so the rate of interest is determined solely by time preference. He maintained that time valuation was prerequisite to the determination of the market rate of interest, and he emphasized the time valuation element in all consumption and production choices. Fetter taught at Cornell University, Indiana University, and Stanford University. He was the first chairman of Princeton University's Department of Economics and Social Institutions, an interdisciplinary department that incorporated history, politics, and economics. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br /><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-principles-of-economics-by-frank-albert-fetter/ |
br frank albert fetter american economist austrian school referred member american psychological school instead fetter contested position land theoretically distinct capital arguing distinction impractical stand issue led oppose ideas like land value tax br br fetter also asserted price consumer good determined solely subjective value rate interest determined solely time preference maintained time valuation prerequisite determination market rate interest emphasized time valuation element consumption production choices fetter taught cornell university indiana university stanford university first chairman princeton university s department economics social institutions interdisciplinary department incorporated history politics economics summary wikipedia br br |
| 6284 |
6230 |
6802 |
New Colossus |
Emma Lazarus |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 24, 2012.<br><br>Lazarus wrote her own important poems and edited many adaptations of German poems, notably those of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Heinrich Heine. She also wrote a novel and two plays. Her most famous work is "The New Colossus", which is inscribed on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. Lazarus' close friend Rose Hawthorne Lathrop was inspired by "The New Colossus" to found the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-colossus-by-emma-lazarus/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings new colossus emma lazarus fortnightly poetry project june 24 2012 br br lazarus wrote important poems edited many adaptations german poems notably johann wolfgang von goethe heinrich heine also wrote novel two plays famous work the new colossus inscribed pedestal statue liberty lazarus close friend rose hawthorne lathrop inspired the new colossus found dominican sisters hawthorne summary wikipedia p |
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6231 |
6803 |
Hoosier Schoolmaster |
Edward Eggleston |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
"Want to be a school-master, do you? You? Well, what would you do in Flat Crick deestrick, I'd like to know? Why, the boys have driv off the last two, and licked the one afore them like blazes. You might teach a summer school, when nothin' but children come. But I 'low it takes a right smart man to be school-master in Flat Crick in the winter. They'd pitch you out of doors, sonny, neck and heels, afore Christmas." (Summary from Chapter 1)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-hoosier-schoolmaster-by-edward-eggleston/ |
want school master you you well would flat crick deestrick i d like know why boys driv last two licked one afore like blazes might teach summer school nothin children come low takes right smart man school master flat crick winter they d pitch doors sonny neck heels afore christmas summary chapter 1 p |
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6232 |
6804 |
Phillips Brooks |
Mark Antony De Wolfe Howe |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
Phillips Brooks (1835 - 1893) was one of the finest and most famous clergyman in the nineteenth century; he was acknowledged as a masterful preacher. His teachings were filled with understanding, compassion, and encouragement. He spent most of his life as rector of Trinity Church, Boston, and served briefly as Episcopal bishop of Massachusetts at the end of it (1891 - 1893). His life was a course of gaining an increasing name as preacher and patriot. In addition to his moral stature, he was a man of great physical bearing as well, standing six feet four inches tall. During the American Civil War he upheld the cause of the North and opposed slavery, and his sermon on the death of Abraham Lincoln was an eloquent expression of the character of both men. He was asked to be the full-time chaplain at Harvard University (with whose faculty and students he maintained a close relationship to the end of his life), but he later wrote, "{My only ambition} is to be a parish priest ...” He died unmarried in 1893, after an episcopate of only 15 months. His death was a major event in the history of Boston. One observer reported: "They buried him like a king. Harvard students carried his body on their shoulders. All barriers of denomination were down. Roman Catholics and Unitarians felt that a great man had fallen in Israel." Brooks's understanding of individuals of other ways and thought, and of other religious traditions, gained a following across a broad segment of society,... His influence as a religious leader was unique. The degree of STD had been conferred upon him by Harvard (1877) and Columbia (1887), and the Doctor of Divinity degree by the University of Oxford, England (1885). He is known for being the lyricist of "O Little Town of Bethlehem". (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/phillips-brooks-by-mark-antony-de-wolfe-howe/ |
phillips brooks 1835 1893 one finest famous clergyman nineteenth century acknowledged masterful preacher teachings filled understanding compassion encouragement spent life rector trinity church boston served briefly episcopal bishop massachusetts end 1891 1893 life course gaining increasing name preacher patriot addition moral stature man great physical bearing well standing six feet four inches tall american civil war upheld cause north opposed slavery sermon death abraham lincoln eloquent expression character men asked full time chaplain harvard university with whose faculty students maintained close relationship end life later wrote my ambition parish priest died unmarried 1893 episcopate 15 months death major event history boston one observer reported they buried like king harvard students carried body shoulders barriers denomination down roman catholics unitarians felt great man fallen israel brooks s understanding individuals ways thought religious traditions gained following across broad segment society influence religious leader unique degree std conferred upon harvard 1877 columbia 1887 doctor divinity degree university oxford england 1885 known lyricist o little town bethlehem summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6233 |
6805 |
Omega: The Last Days of the World |
Camille Flammarion |
Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Omega: The Last Days of the World is a science fiction novel published in 1894 by Camille Flammarion. On 25th century Earth, a comet made mostly of Carbonic-Oxide (CO) could possibly collide with the Earth. It is concerned with the philosophy and political consequences of the end of the world. (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/omega-the-last-days-of-the-world-by-camille-flammarion/ |
omega last days world science fiction novel published 1894 camille flammarion 25th century earth comet made mostly carbonic oxide co could possibly collide earth concerned philosophy political consequences end world summary wikipedia p |
| 6288 |
6234 |
6806 |
Riddle of the Universe |
Ernst Haeckel |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Riddle of the Universe is the philosophical work of Ernst Haeckel, eminent biologist, in which he explores the meaning of life, the nature of reality, and the connection between physiology and thought. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-riddle-of-the-universe-by-ernst-haeckel/ |
riddle universe philosophical work ernst haeckel eminent biologist explores meaning life nature reality connection physiology thought summary a gramour p |
| 6289 |
6235 |
6807 |
Report of the President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Island |
President's Commission on the Accident at Three Mile Is |
Science, Modern (20th C) |
At 4:00 a.m. on March 28, 1979, a serious accident occurred at the Three Mile Island 2 nuclear power plant near Middletown, Pennsylvania. The accident was initiated by mechanical malfunctions in the plant and made much worse by a combination of human errors in responding to it. During the next 4 days, the extent and gravity of the accident was unclear to the managers of the plant, to federal and state officials, and to the general public. What is quite clear is that its impact, nationally and internationally, has raised serious concerns about the safety of nuclear power. This Commission was established in response to those concerns. (Summary from the preface) |
English |
1979 |
https://librivox.org/report-of-the-presidents-commission-on-the-accident-at-three-mile-island/ |
4 00 a m march 28 1979 serious accident occurred three mile island 2 nuclear power plant near middletown pennsylvania accident initiated mechanical malfunctions plant made much worse combination human errors responding it next 4 days extent gravity accident unclear managers plant federal state officials general public quite clear impact nationally internationally raised serious concerns safety nuclear power commission established response concerns summary preface |
| 6290 |
6236 |
6808 |
When Patty Went to College |
Jean Webster |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
When Patty Went to College is Jean Webster's first novel, published in 1903. It is a humorous look at life in an all-girls college at the turn of the 20th century. Patty Wyatt, the protagonist of this story is a bright, fun loving, imperturbable girl who does not like to conform. The book describes her many escapades on campus during her senior year at college. Patty enjoys life on campus and uses her energies in playing pranks and for the entertainment of herself and her friends. An intelligent girl, she uses creative methods to study only as much as she feels necessary. Patty is, however, a believer in causes and a champion of the weak. She goes out of her way to help a homesick freshman Olivia Copeland who believes she will be sent home when she fails four subjects in the examination. (Summary by wikipedia.org)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/when-patty-went-to-college-by-jean-webster/ |
patty went college jean webster s first novel published 1903 humorous look life all girls college turn 20th century patty wyatt protagonist story bright fun loving imperturbable girl like conform book describes many escapades campus senior year college patty enjoys life campus uses energies playing pranks entertainment friends intelligent girl uses creative methods study much feels necessary patty is however believer causes champion weak goes way help homesick freshman olivia copeland believes sent home fails four subjects examination summary wikipedia org p |
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6237 |
6809 |
Elements of Ornithology |
William Ruschenberger |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Science |
The Elements of Ornithology is one of seven in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. This succinct little textbook from 1845 presents an introduction to ornithology. The information, albeit not current, is still interesting and of use as a general overview of bird biology and classification. The author was a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-ornithology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements ornithology one seven series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook 1845 presents introduction ornithology information albeit current still interesting use general overview bird biology classification author surgeon u s navy president academy natural sciences summary a gramour p |
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6244 |
6816 |
Hunter Patrol |
John J. McGuire |
Science Fiction |
World War IV has dragged on for 12 years and the whole world is drained and tired of the killing and destruction. One man, a high school chemistry teacher from St. Louis in the USA, is serving his latest forced stint in the UN forces when something strange happens to him. He dies but yet he doesn't. What if you had the power to bring peace to the entire world? What would you do? This story explores a frightening and strange journey into the murky depths of human needs and desires and how they can twist and turn back upon us. </p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/hunter-patrol-by-h-beam-piper-and-john-mcguire/ |
world war iv dragged 12 years whole world drained tired killing destruction one man high school chemistry teacher st louis usa serving latest forced stint un forces something strange happens him dies yet doesn t power bring peace entire world would do story explores frightening strange journey murky depths human needs desires twist turn back upon us p |
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6238 |
6810 |
Kaleri-orja |
Heinrich Zschokke |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Kaleri-orja on saksalais-sveitsiläinen kirjailijaijan ja pedagogin Heinrich Zschokken lyhyt ja koskettava kertomus, joka sijoittuu 1600 - 1700-luvun Ranskaan. Välimeren rannalla, vuorien ja kauniiden metsien ympäröimänä, on eräs paratiisinkaltainen Hyéres-niminen kaupunki. Luulisi siellä vain onnellisia ihmisiä elävän. Mutta ihmisillä siellä voi olla murheita. Tämä tarina kertoo erään Hyéresiläisen perheen surullisen tarinan. Hyväsydäminen isä-Leonardo nuhtelee samannimistä poika-Leonardoansa ja sillä on kohtalokkaat seuraukset.<br><br>This short story by German-Swiss author Heinrich Zschokke, locates at 17th-18th century France. It tells touching story of a man named Leonardo and his family. (summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi)</p>\n |
Finnish |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/kaleri-orja-by-heinrich-zschokke/ |
kaleri orja saksalais sveitsiläinen kirjailijaijan ja pedagogin heinrich zschokken lyhyt ja koskettava kertomus joka sijoittuu 1600 1700 luvun ranskaan välimeren rannalla vuorien ja kauniiden metsien ympäröimänä eräs paratiisinkaltainen hyéres niminen kaupunki luulisi siellä vain onnellisia ihmisiä elävän mutta ihmisillä siellä voi olla murheita tämä tarina kertoo erään hyéresiläisen perheen surullisen tarinan hyväsydäminen isä leonardo nuhtelee samannimistä poika leonardoansa ja sillä kohtalokkaat seuraukset br br this short story german swiss author heinrich zschokke locates 17th 18th century france tells touching story man named leonardo family summary harri tapani ylilammi p |
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6239 |
6811 |
Sonnet on a Wet Summer |
John Codrington Bampfield |
Poetry, Sonnets, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of "Sonnet on a Wet Summer" by John Codrington Bampfield. This was the weekly poem for the week of July 1, 2012.</p> |
English |
1778 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-on-a-wet-summer-by-john-codrington-bampfield/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings sonnet wet summer john codrington bampfield weekly poem week july 1 2012 p |
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6240 |
6812 |
Film of Fear (Dramatic Reading) |
Frederick Arnold Kummer |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
(Written under the pseudonym, Arnold Fredericks.)<br/><br/>\n\nRuth Morton is a world-renowned film actress who seems to have it all: youth, beauty, wealth, and a viable career. But she soon becomes the target of a malicious stalker who begins sending her a series of cryptic threats. Dismissed at first, the stalker soon emerges as a legitimate -- and mysterious -- threat. She soon must call for the services of Richard and Grace Duvall, a husband and wife detective team who soon find themselves ensnared in a mystery where everyone soon becomes a target. (Summary by ChuckW)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Richard Duvall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Grace Duvall/Cabman #2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Ruth Morton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Harriet Morton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Miss Norman/Dr. Benson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Miss Ford/Film Fan #3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Mr. Baker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Martin Leary/Hotel Physician/Cabman #1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7641">Moromis</a><br>Nora/Servant/Boss at Telegraph Office: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>John Stapleton/Mr. Edwards: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">AllenJohns</a><br>Mr. Curry/Scully/Janitor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Jim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Mr. Emmett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Man at Telegraph Office: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Mary Wickes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7387">Tara Dow</a><br>Film Fan #1/Clerk #1/Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7531">Katherine Edman</a><br>Film Fan #2/Tenant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria Martin</a><br>Clerk #2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Chuck Williamson and Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-film-of-fear-by-arnold-fredericks/ |
written pseudonym arnold fredericks br br ruth morton world renowned film actress seems all youth beauty wealth viable career soon becomes target malicious stalker begins sending series cryptic threats dismissed first stalker soon emerges legitimate mysterious threat soon must call services richard grace duvall husband wife detective team soon find ensnared mystery everyone soon becomes target summary chuckw br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br richard duvall a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br grace duvall cabman 2 a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ruth morton a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br harriet morton a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br miss norman dr benson a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br miss ford film fan 3 a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br mr baker a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br martin leary hotel physician cabman 1 a href http librivox org reader 7641 moromis a br nora servant boss telegraph office a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br john stapleton mr edwards a href http librivox org reader 7061 allenjohns a br mr curry scully janitor a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br jim a href http librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br mr emmett a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br man telegraph office a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br mary wickes a href http librivox org reader 7387 tara dow a br film fan 1 clerk 1 page a href http librivox org reader 7531 katherine edman a br film fan 2 tenant a href http librivox org reader 7464 victoria martin a br clerk 2 a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br br strong audio edited chuck williamson elizabeth klett strong p |
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6241 |
6813 |
R. Holmes and Co. |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Raffles Holmes is introduced in these stories as the son of the great Sherlock Holmes. He is also revealed to be the grandson of A.J. Raffles, a gentleman thief pursued by Sherlock Holmes many years earlier. This apparently contradictory family background sets the stage for his colorful and amusing adventures. (Summary by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/r-holmes-co-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
raffles holmes introduced stories son great sherlock holmes also revealed grandson a j raffles gentleman thief pursued sherlock holmes many years earlier apparently contradictory family background sets stage colorful amusing adventures summary lubee930 p |
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6242 |
6814 |
Gedichtsammlung 1 |
Friederike Kempner |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
Eine Auswahl der fast 400 (meist sehr kurzen) Gedichte von Friederike Kempner.\n\nDie Verfasserin: "Das waren Tage des Glückes, als ich diese Gedichte einzeln schrieb, und jedes derselben, noch kaum entstanden, ihr vorlas. Ist's möglich, daß solch reine Wonne gleich einem Schatten vorüberziehen, oder gleich dem Untergange der Sonne nichs als ein in Glut getauchtes Rot – die Spur ihres leuchtenden Weges – zurücklassen kann? – Doch auch die Sonne geht nicht wirklich unter, und auch ihr reines Bild lebt hinter dem Vorhange unserer Zeitlichkeit und lächelt am Ufer dem noch auf den Wellen Spielenden. ..." - Vorwort zur 1. Auflage</p> |
German |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/gedichtsammlung-teil-1-by-friederike-kempner/ |
eine auswahl der fast 400 meist sehr kurzen gedichte von friederike kempner die verfasserin das waren tage des glückes als ich diese gedichte einzeln schrieb und jedes derselben noch kaum entstanden ihr vorlas ist s möglich daß solch reine wonne gleich einem schatten vorüberziehen oder gleich dem untergange der sonne nichs als ein glut getauchtes rot die spur ihres leuchtenden weges zurücklassen kann doch auch die sonne geht nicht wirklich unter und auch ihr reines bild lebt hinter dem vorhange unserer zeitlichkeit und lächelt ufer dem noch auf den wellen spielenden vorwort zur 1 auflage p |
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6243 |
6815 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 08: Dal Naso Al Cielo |
Luigi Pirandello |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938. L'ottava raccolta, edita nel 1925, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1902 ed il 1923. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<br/><br/>\n<b>Nota</b>: Per motivi di diritti d'autore negli Stati Uniti, alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta. Gli abitanti di nazioni ove i diritti d'autore su quest'opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su Legamus.eu<br/>\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.<br/><br/> |
Italian |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-8-dal-naso-al-cielo-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1922 e il 1938 l ottava raccolta edita nel 1925 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1902 ed il 1923 riassunto di filippo gioachin br br b nota b per motivi di diritti d autore negli stati uniti alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta gli abitanti di nazioni ove diritti d autore su quest opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su legamus eu br questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii br br |
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6245 |
6817 |
Sandman's Hour |
Abbie Phillips Walker |
Short works |
Reading bedtime stories to children can be a wonderful way to relax and at the same time act out the exciting things happening in the story for them. If you've done it, you know the feeling and if you haven't I can only hope that you were the rapt audience for such stories when a child. We can let ourselves go and perform all the parts with abandon because the only audience are those who unreservedly appreciate our thespian talents. These 25 stories are all original and all sparkling examples of Abby Walker's ability to spin a witty story that is fun to read and listen to. Don't you really want to know about The Good Sea Monster? The Shoemaker Rat or most of all, The Disorderly Girl? If not, you may go back to reading Kant with my blessing. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sandmans-hour-by-abbie-phillips-walker/ |
reading bedtime stories children wonderful way relax time act exciting things happening story them done it know feeling hope rapt audience stories child let go perform parts abandon audience unreservedly appreciate thespian talents 25 stories original sparkling examples abby walker s ability spin witty story fun read listen to really want know good sea monster shoemaker rat all disorderly girl not may go back reading kant blessing summary phil chenevert p |
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6246 |
6818 |
Flowers and Ferns in their Haunts |
Mabel Osgood Wright |
*Non-fiction, Nature |
Pleasant non-fiction journey into the backwoods of the New England coastal countryside by the first president of the Connecticut Audubon Society, circa 1900. (Summary by BellonaTimes) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/flowers-and-ferns-in-their-haunts-by-mabel-osgood-wright/ |
pleasant non fiction journey backwoods new england coastal countryside first president connecticut audubon society circa 1900 summary bellonatimes p |
| 6301 |
6247 |
6819 |
Short Poetry Collection 110 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-110-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers july 2012 br br |
| 6302 |
6248 |
6820 |
Members of the Family |
Owen Wister |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
Members of the Family is a collection of eight short stories about people in the Wyoming Territory in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/members-of-the-family-by-owen-wister/ |
members family collection eight short stories people wyoming territory late 19th early 20th centuries summary david wales p |
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6249 |
6821 |
Treatise on Christ and Antichrist |
Hippolytus of Rome |
Christianity - Other |
In this late second century treatise, Hippolytus gives an excellent summary of Early Christian thinking on the subject of the antichrist. Familiar texts from Daniel and Revelation are treated together with his own current events to give a unique perspective. (Summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/treatise-on-christ-and-antichrist-by-hippolytus-of-rome/ |
late second century treatise hippolytus gives excellent summary early christian thinking subject antichrist familiar texts daniel revelation treated together current events give unique perspective summary jonathan lange p |
| 6304 |
6250 |
6822 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίοv 5 (Book 5) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
History |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 5 από τα 8.\n\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 5 of 8. (Summary by olorou) </p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-book-5-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 5 από τα 8 thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 5 8 summary olorou p |
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6251 |
6823 |
Contra Gentes |
Athanasius of Alexandria |
Christianity - Other |
Contra Gentes is the first of a two volume work published by Athanasius of Alexandria prior to the outbreak of the Arian controversy (ca. 319). It focuses especially on pagan beliefs and worship concluding with a defense of the Christian view of God and creation -- especially creation by the eternal Word. In this way, the ground is prepared for the second volume of his work, now published separately under the title De Incarnatione Verbi. (Summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/contra-gentes-by-athanasius-of-alexandria/ |
contra gentes first two volume work published athanasius alexandria prior outbreak arian controversy ca 319 focuses especially pagan beliefs worship concluding defense christian view god creation especially creation eternal word way ground prepared second volume work published separately title de incarnatione verbi summary jonathan lange p |
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6252 |
6824 |
Skin Game |
John Galsworthy |
Comedy, Tragedy |
A small play in three acts. A kind of comic tragedy. The plot tells the story of the interaction between two very different families in rural England just after the end of the First World War. Squire Hillcrist lives in the manor house where his family has lived for generations. He has a daughter, Jill, who is in her late teens; and a wife, Amy, as well as servants and retainers. He is "old money", although his finances are at a bit of low ebb. The other family is the "nouveau riche" Hornblowers, headed by the single-minded and rich industrialist Hornblower, who throws old retainers the Jackmans out of their home (much to the Squire's disgust), and who plans to surround the Hillcrist's rural estate with factories. (Summary by catrose and Wikipedia) <br/><br/><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Hillcrist: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Amy, or Mrs H.: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Jill: <a href="http://letterstoannafromjohan.tumblr.com/">April Gonzales</a><br>Dawker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Hornblower: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Charles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Chloe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Rolf: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Fellows: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Anna; Auctioneer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7218">MJ Franck</a><br>Mr. Jackman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mrs. Jackman: <a href="http://www.jeannietirado.weebly.com/">Jeannie Tirado</a><br>First Stranger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Second Stranger: <a href="http://amingledyarn.wordpress.com/">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">SallyMc</a><br><br><strong>Editors:</strong> Charlotte Duckett & CaprishaPage<br/><br/> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-skin-game-by-john-galsworthy/ |
small play three acts kind comic tragedy plot tells story interaction two different families rural england end first world war squire hillcrist lives manor house family lived generations daughter jill late teens wife amy well servants retainers old money although finances bit low ebb family nouveau riche hornblowers headed single minded rich industrialist hornblower throws old retainers jackmans home much squire s disgust plans surround hillcrist s rural estate factories summary catrose wikipedia br br strong cast strong br hillcrist a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br amy mrs h a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br jill a href http letterstoannafromjohan tumblr com april gonzales a br dawker a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br hornblower a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br charles a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br chloe a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br rolf a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br fellows a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br anna auctioneer a href http librivox org reader 7218 mj franck a br mr jackman a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mrs jackman a href http www jeannietirado weebly com jeannie tirado a br first stranger a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br second stranger a href http amingledyarn wordpress com elizabeth klett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4706 sallymc a br br strong editors strong charlotte duckett caprishapage br br |
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6253 |
6825 |
Short Poetry Collection 187 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 32 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for December 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-187-by-various/ |
collection 32 poems read english librivox volunteers december 2018 |
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8261 |
8882 |
Star Song |
Gladys Cromwell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of <em>Star Song</em> by Gladys Cromwell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 4th, 2014.<br /><br />Gladys Cromwell was a fine young poet who, with her twin sister, sadly ended her own life after experiencing the horrors of the First World War while serving with the Red Cross in France. <br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/star-song-by-gladys-cromwell/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings em star song em gladys cromwell weekly poetry project may 4th 2014 br br gladys cromwell fine young poet who twin sister sadly ended life experiencing horrors first world war serving red cross france br br |
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6254 |
6826 |
Gabriel and the Hour Book |
Evaleen Stein |
Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Brother Stephen has the heart of an artist and wishes to leave the abbey to travel and see the world. However, King Louis has decreed that an "hour book" be made for his bride, Lady Anne, which in turn causes the Abbott to refuse Brother Stephen's request to leave the brotherhood as his illuminations are the most beautiful, and as such, he desires that Brother Stephen should be the one to make the hour book. This decision angers Brother Stephen. Will Brother Stephen stay at the abbey and carry out his task or will he refuse and bring about a ban against him, a serious matter indeed. Or will he choose to stay? And how does Gabriel, the little colour grinder with such a beautiful disposition help him to decide? (Summary by Laura Victoria) <p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/gabriel-and-the-hour-book-by-evaleen-stein/ |
brother stephen heart artist wishes leave abbey travel see world however king louis decreed hour book made bride lady anne turn causes abbott refuse brother stephen s request leave brotherhood illuminations beautiful such desires brother stephen one make hour book decision angers brother stephen brother stephen stay abbey carry task refuse bring ban him serious matter indeed choose stay gabriel little colour grinder beautiful disposition help decide summary laura victoria p |
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6255 |
6827 |
Dialogues (Διάλογοι ) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Philosophy |
Στους διαλόγους του ο Πλάτωνας (427 π.Χ. – 347 π.Χ.) παρουσιάζει τις φιλοσοφικές του θεωρίες με τη μορφή συζήτησης, που με κάποια υπαρκτή ή όχι αφορμή οδηγούν τους συνομιλητές στην εξέταση βαθιών φιλοσοφικών εννοιών και πολιτικών θεμάτων. Το πρόσωπο που κατέχει την κύρια θέση σ' αυτούς είναι ο Σωκράτης που με χαριτωμένο και εύστροφο τρόπο εκμαιεύει από τους συνομιλητές του την άγνοια ή τις απάτες που τρέφουν για ζητήματα που κατά το φιλόσοφο είναι στο κέντρο της ανθρώπινης ζωής.\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά.\n\nIn his dialogues Plato (427 b.C. – 347 b.C.) presents his philosophical theories in the form of conversations, started off from real or fictitious pretexts and leading the participants to examine deep philosophical and political matters. The key figure in most of them is Socrates, who in his humorous and intelligent manner brings out of his companions their ignorance or illusions about matters which to the philosopher's mind are at the center of human life.\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. (Summary by olorou)</p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dialogues-by-plato/ |
στους διαλόγους του ο πλάτωνας 427 π χ 347 π χ παρουσιάζει τις φιλοσοφικές του θεωρίες με τη μορφή συζήτησης που με κάποια υπαρκτή ή όχι αφορμή οδηγούν τους συνομιλητές στην εξέταση βαθιών φιλοσοφικών εννοιών και πολιτικών θεμάτων το πρόσωπο που κατέχει την κύρια θέση σ αυτούς είναι ο σωκράτης που με χαριτωμένο και εύστροφο τρόπο εκμαιεύει από τους συνομιλητές του την άγνοια ή τις απάτες που τρέφουν για ζητήματα που κατά το φιλόσοφο είναι στο κέντρο της ανθρώπινης ζωής το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά dialogues plato 427 b c 347 b c presents philosophical theories form conversations started real fictitious pretexts leading participants examine deep philosophical political matters key figure socrates humorous intelligent manner brings companions ignorance illusions matters philosopher s mind center human life ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation summary olorou p |
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6256 |
6828 |
Hamlet (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark is a tragedy by William Shakespeare. Set in the Kingdom of Denmark, the play dramatizes the revenge Prince Hamlet exacts on his uncle Claudius for murdering King Hamlet, Claudius's brother and Prince Hamlet's father, and then succeeding to the throne and taking as his wife Gertrude, the old king's widow and Prince Hamlet's mother. The play vividly portrays both true and feigned madness – from overwhelming grief to seething rage – and explores themes of treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Bernardo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Francisco, Cornelius, Gentleman, Danes, Osric: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Horatio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>Marcellus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Claudius, Second Clown: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Voltimand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Laertes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Polonius, Fortinbras, Servant, Danes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Hamlet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Gertrude: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Ophelia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Ghost, First Player, Player King: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Reynaldo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Rosencrantz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Guildenstern: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Player Queen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Prologue, Lucianus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7434">Emily Feuka</a><br>Captain, Danes, First Priest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>First Sailor, Danes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>First Clown, First Ambassador: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7515">Cynthia Moyer</a><br>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw<p> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/hamlet-version-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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6829 |
Pollyanna (version 2) |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Family |
In a small town far out West, 11 year old Pollyanna loses her mother then her dad to disease. This book describes how the orphan is sent to be raised by her aunt who lives far away in the East of the country. Unfortunately her aunt does not want her but accepts her very reluctantly only out of 'duty' and sticks her into a tiny hot attic room so she will be 'out of the way'. What Aunt Polly does not know is that Pollyanna is bringing the game of being 'glad' that her father taught her and that her irrepressible happy attitude will transform not only that dull and miserable house, but an entire village before she is through. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-by-eleanor-h-porter-2/ |
small town far west 11 year old pollyanna loses mother dad disease book describes orphan sent raised aunt lives far away east country unfortunately aunt want accepts reluctantly duty sticks tiny hot attic room out way aunt polly know pollyanna bringing game glad father taught irrepressible happy attitude transform dull miserable house entire village through summary phil chenevert p |
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6258 |
6830 |
Douglas Duane |
Edgar Fawcett |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction |
An introverted, kind-hearted book collector befriends a mad scientist, who isn’t exactly a good friend. When the scientist falls in love with the book collector’s fiancée, he concocts an evil plot to have her for his own. Edgar Fawcett was a prolific author of standard fiction. With Douglas Duane he stepped out of his genre and created an unusual weird fiction work. (Summary by Amy Gramour.)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/douglas-duane-by-edgar-fawcett/ |
introverted kind hearted book collector befriends mad scientist isn t exactly good friend scientist falls love book collector s fiancée concocts evil plot own edgar fawcett prolific author standard fiction douglas duane stepped genre created unusual weird fiction work summary amy gramour p |
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6259 |
6831 |
Day With Great Poets |
May Gillington Byron |
Biography & Autobiography |
Who was John Milton? The author of Paradise Lost you say? Well, certainly, but he was also a man, going about his daily life like any of us in 17th century England, (except that he was a genius of course). Take time to read about a day in his life and learn more about him and his likes, dislikes, background and proclivities. Also, the same with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Walt Witman, Lord Byron, Keats and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Each of them a man or woman of their times, living each day like us, but seeing shades and hues of life that we can only experience through their exquisite poetry. These are meant by the author to be brief biographies with examples of their works and some insights into their common foibles as humans in addition to human geniuses. If you love to read poetry, you will enjoy reading these short bios which contain much of their best poetry in them. The selections are from a number of stand alone sources but Browning is part of another book and the link below is to that directly. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-day-with-great-poets-by-may-gillington-byron/ |
john milton author paradise lost say well certainly also man going daily life like us 17th century england except genius course take time read day life learn likes dislikes background proclivities also samuel taylor coleridge walt witman lord byron keats elizabeth barrett browning man woman times living day like us seeing shades hues life experience exquisite poetry meant author brief biographies examples works insights common foibles humans addition human geniuses love read poetry enjoy reading short bios contain much best poetry them selections number stand alone sources browning part another book link directly summary phil chenevert p |
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6260 |
6832 |
Holiest of All |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Commentary |
"The Holiest of All" is a devotional exposition of the Epistle to the Hebrews. It was written towards the end of the nineteenth century and has since become a classic. Its pages lead the reader into a practical understanding of who Christ is, the power of his finished work on the Cross and his present intercession for believers. The author demonstrates how it is only a full understanding of who Jesus is and what he does for us that can bring us into a full and complete Christian life. (Summary by Christopher Smith) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-holiest-of-all-by-andrew-murray/ |
the holiest all devotional exposition epistle hebrews written towards end nineteenth century since become classic pages lead reader practical understanding christ is power finished work cross present intercession believers author demonstrates full understanding jesus us bring us full complete christian life summary christopher smith p |
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6261 |
6833 |
Girl Who Had Nothing |
Alice Muriel Williamson |
General Fiction |
The Girl Who Had Nothing is about a young orphan girl in desperate circumstances, who throws herself on the mercy of an elderly stranger. By her own intelligence and wit, she manages to survive, and very nicely at that! (Summary by LynnAlison) <p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-who-had-nothing-by-charles-norris-williamson/ |
girl nothing young orphan girl desperate circumstances throws mercy elderly stranger intelligence wit manages survive nicely that summary lynnalison p |
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6262 |
6834 |
Rękopis znaleziony w Saragossie |
Jan Potocki |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Czegóż tu nie ma! Intrygi, romanse, pojedynki, skarby w głębokich jaskiniach, cyganie i piękne księżniczki, tajne stowarzyszenia, przygody zwariowane i niesamowite, opowiedziane ze swadą, humorem, zadumą; tuziny wątków wyrastających jedne z drugich, przeplecione w niemożliwym, wspaniałym bałaganie.</p>\n\nHistoria tej książki jest niemniej fascynująca niż jej treść. Potocki zaczął ja pisać w roku 1804. W rok później opublikował część tekstu, jednak nadal nad nim pracując, aż do swojej samobójczej śmierci w 1815 roku. Dwie skrócone wersje i jedna kompletna, na której jest oparte to nagranie, zostały opublikowane pośmiertnie. Części francuskiego oryginału zaginęły, zachowało się jedynie polskie tłumaczenie Edmunda Chojeckiego wydane w 1847 roku, które jest uznane za kanoniczna wersje i podstawę do przekładów na inne języki. (Summary by Nina Brown)</p> |
Polish |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/rekopis-znaleziony-w-saragossie-by-jan-potocki/ |
czegóż tu nie ma intrygi romanse pojedynki skarby w głębokich jaskiniach cyganie piękne księżniczki tajne stowarzyszenia przygody zwariowane niesamowite opowiedziane ze swadą humorem zadumą tuziny wątków wyrastających jedne z drugich przeplecione w niemożliwym wspaniałym bałaganie p historia tej książki jest niemniej fascynująca niż jej treść potocki zaczął ja pisać w roku 1804 w rok później opublikował część tekstu jednak nadal nad nim pracując aż swojej samobójczej śmierci w 1815 roku dwie skrócone wersje jedna kompletna na której jest oparte nagranie zostały opublikowane pośmiertnie części francuskiego oryginału zaginęły zachowało się jedynie polskie tłumaczenie edmunda chojeckiego wydane w 1847 roku które jest uznane za kanoniczna wersje podstawę przekładów na inne języki summary nina brown p |
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6263 |
6835 |
Violet Fairy Book |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Andrew Lang’s Violet Fairy Book (1901) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was one of many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang’s Fairy Books. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-violet-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang/ |
andrew lang s violet fairy book 1901 beautifully produced illustrated edition fairy tales become classic one many collections fairy tales collectively known andrew lang s fairy books summary wikipedia p |
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6264 |
6836 |
Good Morning, Boys and Girls! |
Rev. Thomas J. Hosty |
Religion, Religion |
Forty simple, delightful sermons for children. The stories cover a full school year, all Sundays and a few holydays in between. Under such engaging chapter titles, as Chasing Rainbows, Caterpillars, The Best Christmas Gift, and Breakfast of Champions, the book entertains while it instructs. Here Heaven takes on a new closeness as “God’s Home”; the Bible is a collection of “Letters from God”; while the devil is called “a Real Bogeyman.” Such important subjects as beauty of soul, gratitude, Sunday Mass, the foolishness of sin, the Rosary, and temptation are dealt with in a refreshing manner guaranteed to capture the interest of every child. (Summary from the original dust jacket.)</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/good-morning-boys-and-girls-by-rev-thomas-j-hosty/ |
forty simple delightful sermons children stories cover full school year sundays holydays between engaging chapter titles chasing rainbows caterpillars best christmas gift breakfast champions book entertains instructs heaven takes new closeness god s home bible collection letters god devil called a real bogeyman important subjects beauty soul gratitude sunday mass foolishness sin rosary temptation dealt refreshing manner guaranteed capture interest every child summary original dust jacket p |
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6265 |
6837 |
Stones of Venice, Volume 2 |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture, Travel & Geography |
The Stones of Venice is a three-volume treatise on Venetian art and architecture by English art historian John Ruskin, first published from 1851 to 1853. Intending to prove how the architecture in Venice exemplified the principles he discussed in his earlier work, The Seven Lamps of Architecture, Ruskin examined the city in detail, describing for example over eighty churches. He discusses architecture of Venice's Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance periods, and provides a general history of the city as well. The book aroused considerable interest in Victorian Britain and beyond. The chapter "The Nature of Gothic" (from volume 2) was admired by William Morris, who published it separately in an edition which is in itself an example of Gothic revival. It inspired Marcel Proust; the narrator of the Recherche visits Venice with his mother in a state of enthusiasm for Ruskin. The Stones of Venice is considered one of the most influential books of the 19th century. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia by Leni)</br> <br/>Proof-Listeners: Becky Cook & Rapunzelina</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-stones-of-venice-volume-2-by-john-ruskin/ |
stones venice three volume treatise venetian art architecture english art historian john ruskin first published 1851 1853 intending prove architecture venice exemplified principles discussed earlier work seven lamps architecture ruskin examined city detail describing example eighty churches discusses architecture venice s byzantine gothic renaissance periods provides general history city well book aroused considerable interest victorian britain beyond chapter the nature gothic from volume 2 admired william morris published separately edition example gothic revival inspired marcel proust narrator recherche visits venice mother state enthusiasm ruskin stones venice considered one influential books 19th century summary adapted wikipedia leni br br proof listeners becky cook rapunzelina p |
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6266 |
6838 |
Felix Holt, The Radical |
George Eliot |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
"Harold Transome is a landowner who goes against his family's political tradition (much to his mother's distress), while Felix Holt is a sincere radical. The setting of the book, the 1832 parliament election, is used to discuss the social problems of that time. A secondary plot involves Esther Lyon, the stepdaughter of a minister who is the real heiress to the Transome estate, with whom both Harold Transome and Felix Holt fall in love. Esther loves poor Felix Holt, but would she choose a comfortable life with Harold Transome?" (Summary by Stav Nisser) <p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/felix-holt-the-radical-by-george-eliot-2/ |
harold transome landowner goes family s political tradition much mother s distress felix holt sincere radical setting book 1832 parliament election used discuss social problems time secondary plot involves esther lyon stepdaughter minister real heiress transome estate harold transome felix holt fall love esther loves poor felix holt would choose comfortable life harold transome summary stav nisser p |
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6267 |
6839 |
Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound |
William Robert Spencer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound by William Robert Spencer. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 8, 2012.<br><br>William Robert Spencer, English poet and wit, was the younger son of Lord Charles Spencer and his wife Mary Beauclerk. Spencer's wit made him a popular member of society. He belonged to the Whig set of Charles James Fox and Richard Brinsley Sheridan and was frequently a guest of the prince of Wales. He did not desire a public life, being content as a writer of "occasional" verse and vers de société.<br>His writings were greatly appreciated by his contemporaries, being warmly praised by such figures as Sir Walter Scott, John Wilson, and Lord Byron. ( Summary from Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beth-gelert-or-the-grave-of-the-greyhound-by-william-robert-spencer/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings beth gêlert grave greyhound william robert spencer fortnightly poetry project july 8 2012 br br william robert spencer english poet wit younger son lord charles spencer wife mary beauclerk spencer s wit made popular member society belonged whig set charles james fox richard brinsley sheridan frequently guest prince wales desire public life content writer occasional verse vers de société br his writings greatly appreciated contemporaries warmly praised figures sir walter scott john wilson lord byron summary wikipedia p |
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6268 |
6840 |
In Harmony with Nature |
Matthew Arnold |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of In Harmony with Nature. by Matthew Arnold. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 8, 2012.<br><br>Matthew Arnold was a British poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. He was the son of Thomas Arnold, the famed headmaster of Rugby School, and brother to both Tom Arnold, literary professor, and William Delafield Arnold, novelist and colonial administrator. Matthew Arnold has been characterized as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues.<br>Arnold is sometimes called the third great Victorian poet, along with Alfred, Lord Tennyson and Robert Browning. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-harmony-with-nature-by-matthew-arnold/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings harmony nature matthew arnold weekly poetry project july 8 2012 br br matthew arnold british poet cultural critic worked inspector schools son thomas arnold famed headmaster rugby school brother tom arnold literary professor william delafield arnold novelist colonial administrator matthew arnold characterized sage writer type writer chastises instructs reader contemporary social issues br arnold sometimes called third great victorian poet along alfred lord tennyson robert browning summary wikipedia p |
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6269 |
6841 |
Narrative of the Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb, an American Slave |
Henry Bibb |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Henry Walton Bibb was born a slave. His father was white although his identity was not positively known. Bibb was separated from his mother at a very young age and hired out to other slave owners for most of his childhood. Always yearning for his freedom, he made his first escape from slavery in 1842. He was recaptured and escaped, recaptured and escaped over and over; but he never gave up on his desire to be a man in control of his own destiny.</p>\n\nBibb eventually escaped the bondage of servitude for good and dedicated his life to speaking out against the institution of slavery. In the process he helped others obtain their freedom. He published Narrative of the Life and Adventures of Henry Bibb, and American Slave in 1849 telling the story of his daily life as a slave, as a runaway and as a free man. He also illustrated the depravity of that “man-destroying system” and the “idea of utter helplessness in perpetual bondage.”</p>\n\nBibb stated in his Author's Preface that there were other very popular slave narratives published before his own; nevertheless, the uniqueness of his story is in the details of his experiences which, like the others, shine a glaringly truthful beam of light on the sins of this nation. Ultimately Bibb made his way to Canada where in 1851 he published the first black newspaper of that Country, Voice of the Fugitive. He died in 1854 at the age of 39. (Introduction by James K. White)<p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-life-and-adventures-of-henry-bibb-an-american-slave-by-henry-bibb/ |
henry walton bibb born slave father white although identity positively known bibb separated mother young age hired slave owners childhood always yearning freedom made first escape slavery 1842 recaptured escaped recaptured escaped over never gave desire man control destiny p bibb eventually escaped bondage servitude good dedicated life speaking institution slavery process helped others obtain freedom published narrative life adventures henry bibb american slave 1849 telling story daily life slave runaway free man also illustrated depravity man destroying system idea utter helplessness perpetual bondage p bibb stated author s preface popular slave narratives published own nevertheless uniqueness story details experiences which like others shine glaringly truthful beam light sins nation ultimately bibb made way canada 1851 published first black newspaper country voice fugitive died 1854 age 39 introduction james k white p |
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6270 |
6842 |
Lure of the Dim Trails |
B. M. Bower |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
Phil Thurston was born on the range where the trails are dim and silent under the big sky. It was the place his father loved, the place he had to be. After the death of his father when he was five, his mother brought him back to the city, where he grew up and became a writer. To revive his stale writing, he returns to the West, and may just find what he is really missing. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-lure-of-the-dim-trail-by-b-m-bower/ |
phil thurston born range trails dim silent big sky place father loved place be death father five mother brought back city grew became writer revive stale writing returns west may find really missing summary a gramour p |
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6271 |
6843 |
Maezli |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction |
"Mäzli" may be pronounced the most natural and one of the most entertaining of Madame Spyri's creations. The atmosphere is created by an old Swiss castle and by the romantic associations of the noble family who lived there. Plot interest is supplied in abundance by the children of the Bergmann family with varying characters and interests. A more charming group of young people and a more wise and affectionate mother would be hard to find. Every figure is individual and true to life, with his or her special virtues and foibles, so that any grown person who picks up the volume will find it a world in miniature and will watch eagerly for the special characteristics of each child to reappear. Naturalness, generosity, and forbearance are shown throughout not by precept but by example. The story is at once entertaining, healthy, and, in the best sense of a word often misused, sweet. Insipid books do no one any good, but few readers of whatever age they may be will fail to enjoy and be the better for Mäzli. (Summary from the Foreword, written by Charles Wharton Stork)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/maezli-by-johanna-spyri/ |
mäzli may pronounced natural one entertaining madame spyri s creations atmosphere created old swiss castle romantic associations noble family lived there plot interest supplied abundance children bergmann family varying characters interests charming group young people wise affectionate mother would hard find every figure individual true life special virtues foibles grown person picks volume find world miniature watch eagerly special characteristics child reappear naturalness generosity forbearance shown throughout precept example story entertaining healthy and best sense word often misused sweet insipid books one good readers whatever age may fail enjoy better mäzli summary foreword written charles wharton stork p |
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6297 |
6869 |
What Is Love? |
Ernest Dowson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of What Is Love? by Ernest Dowson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 15, 2012.<br><br>Ernest Christopher Dowson, born in Lee, London, was an English poet, novelist and writer of short stories, associated with the Decadent movement.<br>Dowson is best remembered for some vivid phrases, such as "days of wine and roses" from his poem "Vitae Summa Brevis". (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/what-is-love-by-ernest-dowson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings love ernest dowson weekly poetry project july 15 2012 br br ernest christopher dowson born lee london english poet novelist writer short stories associated decadent movement br dowson best remembered vivid phrases days wine roses poem vitae summa brevis summary wikipedia p |
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6272 |
6844 |
Essays book 2 |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne |
Essays, Early Modern |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne is one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance, known for popularising the essay as a literary genre. He is also known as the father of Modern Skepticism. His pieces became famous for his apparent effortless ability to merge serious intellectual speculation with casual anecdotes and autobiography. His main work, Essais (translated literally as "Attempts" but traditionally as "Essays"), contains some of the still most widely influential essays ever written. This is the second volume of that important work. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/essays-book-2-by-michel-eyquem-de-montaigne/ |
michel eyquem de montaigne one influential writers french renaissance known popularising essay literary genre also known father modern skepticism pieces became famous apparent effortless ability merge serious intellectual speculation casual anecdotes autobiography main work essais translated literally attempts traditionally essays contains still widely influential essays ever written second volume important work summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
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6273 |
6845 |
Coffee and Repartee |
John Kendrick Bangs |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
First released in 1893, Coffee And Repartee is a collection of breakfast chats at a gentlemans boarding house run by a Mrs. Smithers. Here these fellows repeatedly face questions and proclaimations of an inhabitant they call The Idiot. The discussions sound friendly under pretense, but are really sly battles of ribald wit and cunning charm, as well as rather offensive remarks during a time period considered by many to favour a height of refined etiquette. The Idiot spars well, but will the other residents get the better of him? (Summary by Morlock)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-and-repartee-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
first released 1893 coffee repartee collection breakfast chats gentlemans boarding house run mrs smithers fellows repeatedly face questions proclaimations inhabitant call idiot discussions sound friendly pretense really sly battles ribald wit cunning charm well rather offensive remarks time period considered many favour height refined etiquette idiot spars well residents get better him summary morlock p |
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6274 |
6846 |
Story of H.M.S. Pinafore |
W. S. Gilbert |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
H.M.S. Pinafore; or, The Lass That Loved a Sailor, is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and a libretto by W. S. Gilbert. It opened in London, England, on 25 May 1878 and ran for 571 performances, which was the second-longest run of any musical theatre piece up to that time. H.M.S. Pinafore was Gilbert and Sullivan's fourth operatic collaboration and their first international sensation. This is not that opera.<br><br>It was adapted as a children's book by W. S. Gilbert entitled The Story of HMS Pinafore, or The Pinafore Picture Book, and includes some lovely illustrations by Alice B. Woodward that can be seen by following the archive.org link to the actual scanned book if you wish. No singing or any of Sullivan's music, just Gilbert's witty words laid out - by him - in prose and poetry with amusing asides.<br><br>(Summary by Wikipedia and ToddHW)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-h-m-s-pinafore-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
h m s pinafore or lass loved sailor comic opera two acts music arthur sullivan libretto w s gilbert opened london england 25 may 1878 ran 571 performances second longest run musical theatre piece time h m s pinafore gilbert sullivan s fourth operatic collaboration first international sensation opera br br it adapted children s book w s gilbert entitled story hms pinafore pinafore picture book includes lovely illustrations alice b woodward seen following archive org link actual scanned book wish singing sullivan s music gilbert s witty words laid prose poetry amusing asides br br summary wikipedia toddhw p |
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6275 |
6847 |
Walpurgisnacht |
Heinrich Zschokke |
Fantastic Fiction |
Robert *** ist in Geschäften in Prag, als ihm in einem Kaffeehaus ein Mann auffällt, dessen Physiognomie in allem sehr an den Teufel erinnert. Wenig später verliert er seine Brieftasche und der Finder ist kein anderer als der Teufel aus dem Kaffeehaus.\nKaum zu Hause angekommen, macht der Teufel ihm einen Besuch, in der Walpurgisnacht, "wo die Hexen und Kobolde ihr Wesen treiben" und von da an überschlagen sich die Ereignisse.\n\nHeinrich Zschokke war in der ersten Hälfte des 19ten Jahrhunderts ein beliebter und viel gelesener Autor, der heute zu Unrecht fast vergessen ist. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/die-walpurgisnacht-by-heinrich-zschokke/ |
robert ist geschäften prag als ihm einem kaffeehaus ein mann auffällt dessen physiognomie allem sehr den teufel erinnert wenig später verliert er seine brieftasche und der finder ist kein anderer als der teufel aus dem kaffeehaus kaum zu hause angekommen macht der teufel ihm einen besuch der walpurgisnacht wo die hexen und kobolde ihr wesen treiben und von da überschlagen sich die ereignisse heinrich zschokke war der ersten hälfte des 19ten jahrhunderts ein beliebter und viel gelesener autor der heute zu unrecht fast vergessen ist zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6276 |
6848 |
American Rivals of Sherlock Holmes |
Various |
Detective Fiction |
To follow up on the heels of volumes 1 and 2 of "The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes" released on Librivox, here is a collection of stories starring his contemporary American rivals. Brought together and re-published in a single volume by Hugh Greene in 1979, this set of readings goes back to and uses the original source material. (Summary by ToddHW) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-rivals-of-sherlock-holmes-by-various/ |
follow heels volumes 1 2 the rivals sherlock holmes released librivox collection stories starring contemporary american rivals brought together re published single volume hugh greene 1979 set readings goes back uses original source material summary toddhw p |
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6277 |
6849 |
Kasperle auf Reisen |
Josephine Siebe |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Ein Holzschnitzermeister entdeckt in einem alten Schrank ein echtes, lebendiges Kasperle, das fortan bei ihm und seiner Familie lebt, alle zum Lachen bringt und immer wieder Unfug und dumme Streiche anstellt - doch niemand kann ihm ernstlich böse sein. Aber ach, immer wieder zieht es Kasperle in die grosse weite Welt - dann reisst es aus und erlebt haarsträubende Abenteuer und Gefahren, trifft aber immer auch auf liebe Menschen, die es gern haben und ihm helfen auf seiner Reise durch Stadt und Land. (Zusammenfassung von bettine) </p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/kasperle-auf-reisen-by-josephine-siebe/ |
ein holzschnitzermeister entdeckt einem alten schrank ein echtes lebendiges kasperle das fortan bei ihm und seiner familie lebt alle zum lachen bringt und immer wieder unfug und dumme streiche anstellt doch niemand kann ihm ernstlich böse sein aber ach immer wieder zieht es kasperle die grosse weite welt dann reisst es aus und erlebt haarsträubende abenteuer und gefahren trifft aber immer auch auf liebe menschen die es gern haben und ihm helfen auf seiner reise durch stadt und land zusammenfassung von bettine p |
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12570 |
13286 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 032 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-032/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder |
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6278 |
6850 |
Maid of Maiden Lane (dramatic reading) |
Amelia E. Barr |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life, Historical Fiction |
The Maid of Maiden lane is a wonderful love story in which Mrs. Barr intertwines the hot political and social issues that were occurring in America during the last decade of the 18th century with an excellent love story plot. Some of those issues include: the moral dilemma and debate over the French Revolution, and how that event touched the lives of the immigrants in America; the prejudices between the immigrants from England, and those from France or Holland, and how those animosities affected the ordinary lives of the people; and the political debate over titles, foreign policy, and such things(for example)as where the capital of the nation was to reside, New York or Philadelphia. The author gives us a picture of New York City that is vastly different from today, with it's residential areas and tree lined roads as the backdrop for this very interesting drama. Cornelia, the Maiden of Maiden lane, is loved by two young men. Who she chooses, and the obstacles that the two face because of the opposition of their fathers, friends, and a huge mistake that turns everything upside down, propels the story towards its climax, where a surprise character, spiritual in nature, comes to the rescue, while sacrificing her own desire for love to help the two lovers. Good character, love, and the family ties and relationships that existed during those times are very well portrayed by the author, and the book is as interesting from a historical point of view as it is from a truly interesting and sweet old fashioned love story. (Summary by Robert Hoffman)<br><br>\n\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>Narrators: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>Cornelia Moran: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6974">Grace</a>\n<br>George Hyde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>\n<br>Arenta Van Ariens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>\n<br>Ava Moran: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a>\n<br>Annie Hyde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria Martin</a>\n<br>Aunt Angelica: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>\n<br>Richard Hyde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a>\n<br>Kate Hyde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7218">MJ Franck</a>\n<br>Joris Van Heemskirk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>\n<br>Lysbet Van Heemskirk: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>\n<br>John Moran: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247"> Robert Hoffman</a>\n<br>Rem Van Ariens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5009">Michael Reuss</a>\n<br>Peter Van Ariens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>\n<br>Jacobus Van Ariens: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>an Englishman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>John Adams: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>Mrs. Adams: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a>\n<br>Mrs. Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7552">KateC</a>\n<br>Thomas Jefferson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a>\n<br>Mrs. Wiley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7552">KateC</a>\n<br>Mary Damer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>\n<br>Anthony Clymer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>\n<br>Doctor Roslyn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>\n<br>Captain Jacobus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a>\n<br><br>\n<strong>Prooflisteners:</strong> <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5888">Tisha Bordon</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>\n<br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Robert Hoffman, ToddHW and David Lawrence<br/><br/> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-maid-of-maiden-lane-by-amelia-e-barr/ |
maid maiden lane wonderful love story mrs barr intertwines hot political social issues occurring america last decade 18th century excellent love story plot issues include moral dilemma debate french revolution event touched lives immigrants america prejudices immigrants england france holland animosities affected ordinary lives people political debate titles foreign policy things for example as capital nation reside new york philadelphia author gives us picture new york city vastly different today residential areas tree lined roads backdrop interesting drama cornelia maiden maiden lane loved two young men chooses obstacles two face opposition fathers friends huge mistake turns everything upside down propels story towards climax surprise character spiritual nature comes rescue sacrificing desire love help two lovers good character love family ties relationships existed times well portrayed author book interesting historical point view truly interesting sweet old fashioned love story summary robert hoffman br br strong cast strong br p narrators a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br cornelia moran a href http librivox org reader 6974 grace a br george hyde a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br arenta van ariens a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ava moran a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br annie hyde a href http librivox org reader 7464 victoria martin a br aunt angelica a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br richard hyde a href http librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br kate hyde a href http librivox org reader 7218 mj franck a br joris van heemskirk a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lysbet van heemskirk a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br john moran a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br rem van ariens a href http librivox org reader 5009 michael reuss a br peter van ariens a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br jacobus van ariens a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br an englishman a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br john adams a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs adams a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br mrs smith a href http librivox org reader 7552 katec a br thomas jefferson a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br mrs wiley a href http librivox org reader 7552 katec a br mary damer a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br anthony clymer a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br doctor roslyn a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br captain jacobus a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br br strong prooflisteners strong a href http librivox org reader 5888 tisha bordon a a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br strong audio edited by strong robert hoffman toddhw david lawrence br br |
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6279 |
6851 |
Empire of Russia from the Remotest Periods to the Present Time |
John Stevens Cabot Abbott |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
A history of Russia from 500 B.C. to 1855 A.D., written by John Stevens Cabot Abbott, the brother of Jacob Abbott. (Summary by Jean Bascom)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-empire-of-russia-from-the-remotest-periods-to-the-present-time-by-john-s-c-abbott/ |
history russia 500 b c 1855 a d written john stevens cabot abbott brother jacob abbott summary jean bascom p |
| 6337 |
6280 |
6852 |
Cruise of the Esmeralda |
Harry Collingwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
After his father died, Captain Saint Leger and his family are left destitute. However, the Saint Legers have a family secret: an ancestor is said to have buried a vast fortune in gold and jewels somewhere in the Eastern Seas. The catch: all directions are encrypted. Nevertheless, Captain Saint Leger decides to take a chance and sails east. A journey full of adventure begins, including pirates, storms and mutiny... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-cruise-of-the-esmeralda-by-harry-collingwood/ |
father died captain saint leger family left destitute however saint legers family secret ancestor said buried vast fortune gold jewels somewhere eastern seas catch directions encrypted nevertheless captain saint leger decides take chance sails east journey full adventure begins including pirates storms mutiny summary carolin p |
| 6338 |
6281 |
6853 |
Zanzibar Tales |
George W. Bateman |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
If you have read any accounts of adventure in Africa, you will know that travelers never mention animals of any kind that are gifted with the faculty of speech, or gazelles that are overseers for native princes, or hares that eat flesh. No, indeed; only the native-born know of these; and, judging by the immense and rapid strides civilization is making in those parts, it will not be long before such wonderful specimens of zoölogy will be as extinct as the ichthyosaurus, dinornis, and other poor creatures who never dreamed of the awful names that would be applied to them when they were too long dead to show their resentment. As to the truth of these tales, I can only say that they were told to me, in Zanzibar, by negroes whose ancestors told them to them, who had received them from their ancestors, and so back; so that the praise for their accuracy, or the blame for their falsity, lies with the first ancestor who set them going. <br>\n\nYou may think uncivilized negroes are pretty ignorant people, but the white man who is supposed to have first told the story of “The House that Jack Built” was a mighty poor genius compared with the unknown originator of “Goso, the Teacher,” who found even inanimate things that were endowed with speech, which the pupils readily understood and were not astonished to hear; while “Puss in Boots” was not one-half so clever as the gazelle that ran things for Haamdaanee. It would be a severe task to rattle off “Goso” as you do “The House that Jack Built.” (Summary by the author) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/zanzibar-tales-by-george-w-bateman/ |
read accounts adventure africa know travelers never mention animals kind gifted faculty speech gazelles overseers native princes hares eat flesh no indeed native born know these and judging immense rapid strides civilization making parts long wonderful specimens zoölogy extinct ichthyosaurus dinornis poor creatures never dreamed awful names would applied long dead show resentment truth tales say told me zanzibar negroes whose ancestors told them received ancestors back praise accuracy blame falsity lies first ancestor set going br may think uncivilized negroes pretty ignorant people white man supposed first told story the house jack built mighty poor genius compared unknown originator goso teacher found even inanimate things endowed speech pupils readily understood astonished hear puss boots one half clever gazelle ran things haamdaanee would severe task rattle goso the house jack built summary author p |
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6282 |
6854 |
Bär |
Anton Chekhov |
Comedy |
Der Bär ist ein Theaterstück in einem Akt von Anton Tschechow, von ihm selbst als "Scherz" bezeichnet. Jeléna Iwánowna Popówa ist eine verwitwete Gutsbesitzerin, die noch immer um ihren Mann trauert. Als Grigóri Stepánowitsch Smirnóff in ihrem Hause auftaucht und eine alte Schuld ihres Mannes eintreiben möchte, ergeben sich Spannungen zwischen den beiden, die in einem unerwarteten Finale gipfeln. (Zusammenfassung von Availle)<br><br>\n\nDie Rollen: <br>\nErzähler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">aravis</a><br>\nHelene Iwánowna Pópow, eine junge Witwe, Gutsbesitzerin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nGrigórji Stepánowitsch Smírnow, Gutsbesitzer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a><br>\nLuká, Diener bei Frau Popow: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6719">CurlyM</a><br><br>\n\n<b>Audioschnitt: Karlsson</b> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-baer-by-anton-tschechow/ |
der bär ist ein theaterstück einem akt von anton tschechow von ihm selbst als scherz bezeichnet jeléna iwánowna popówa ist eine verwitwete gutsbesitzerin die noch immer um ihren mann trauert als grigóri stepánowitsch smirnóff ihrem hause auftaucht und eine alte schuld ihres mannes eintreiben möchte ergeben sich spannungen zwischen den beiden die einem unerwarteten finale gipfeln zusammenfassung von availle br br die rollen br erzähler a href http librivox org reader 3885 aravis a br helene iwánowna pópow eine junge witwe gutsbesitzerin a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br grigórji stepánowitsch smírnow gutsbesitzer a href http librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br luká diener bei frau popow a href http librivox org reader 6719 curlym a br br b audioschnitt karlsson b |
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6283 |
6855 |
Bible (KJV) NT 11: Phillippians |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
Bible scholars believe that this letter was written by the Apostle Paul (A.D. 5-A.D. 67) to the church at Philippi. It is a wonderful letter of encouragement to strengthen believers. (Summary by Victoria Martin)</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/philippians-king-james-version/ |
bible scholars believe letter written apostle paul a d 5 a d 67 church philippi wonderful letter encouragement strengthen believers summary victoria martin p |
| 6341 |
6289 |
6861 |
One-Act Play Collection 005 |
Various |
Plays |
This collection of ten one-act dramas features plays by James M. Barrie, Hereward Carrington, Marjorie Benton Cooke, Alice Gerstenberg, Susan Glaspell and George Cram Cook, St. John Hankin, George Middleton, David Pinski, Frederik Pohl, and an unknown Japanese author. The plays were coordinated by Arielle Lipshaw, Availle, Chuck Williamson, Todd, Peter Yearsley, Caprisha Page, Charlotte Duckett, and Amanda Friday. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-005-by-various/ |
collection ten one act dramas features plays james m barrie hereward carrington marjorie benton cooke alice gerstenberg susan glaspell george cram cook st john hankin george middleton david pinski frederik pohl unknown japanese author plays coordinated arielle lipshaw availle chuck williamson todd peter yearsley caprisha page charlotte duckett amanda friday summary arielle lipshaw p |
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6284 |
6856 |
Turn Of The Tide |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General |
"What a joy! How exciting! Margret Kendall returned home, to her loving and equally beloved mother's arms after 4 years in the slums of New York City- where she endured unimaginable hardships. This hardship made the naturally brilliant nine-years-old strong, resourceful, and full of questions which her mother finds it hard to answer. But this is not the end of the problems she would have to face. Those will include her mother's intended marriage, her need to get along with her stepfather's people, and her ever present worry about her poor friends from New York who were there for her in her darkest moments. This book is ful of twists and turns, but you can hang on to the sub-title "How Margaret Solved Her Problems", and feel more of it's magic. You may think this is a dark book. Yes, it has it's dark parts. But it is also humorous, beautifully written and uplifting.Note that the prequel to this book, Cross Currents, is also available as an audiobook from the LibriVox catalog (Summary by Stav Nisser) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-turn-of-the-tide-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
what joy exciting margret kendall returned home loving equally beloved mother s arms 4 years slums new york city endured unimaginable hardships hardship made naturally brilliant nine years old strong resourceful full questions mother finds hard answer end problems would face include mother s intended marriage need get along stepfather s people ever present worry poor friends new york darkest moments book ful twists turns hang sub title how margaret solved problems feel magic may think dark book yes dark parts also humorous beautifully written uplifting note prequel book cross currents also available audiobook librivox catalog summary stav nisser p |
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6285 |
6857 |
Life and Ventures of the Original John Jacob Astor |
Elizabeth Louisa Gebhard |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<br />John Jacob Astor was pre-eminently the opener of new paths, a breaker of trails. From his first tramp alone through the Black Forest of Baden, at sixteen, his life never lost this typical touch. In America, both shores of the Hudson, and the wilderness to the Northwest knew his trail. The trees of the forests west of the Mississippi were blazed by his hunters and trappers; and his partners and agents planted through this vast region the flag of the American Fur Company. The Atlantic and Pacific Oceans were invisibly lined by the path of his vessels. His were the first American ships to habitually circle the globe, trading around the earth. With his far-sighted vision withdrawn from distant scenes, and centered on Manhattan Island, he led the way toward the upbuilding of the largest, and most important city in the new world. (Summary from book's Foreword)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-ventures-of-astor-by-gebhard/ |
br john jacob astor pre eminently opener new paths breaker trails first tramp alone black forest baden sixteen life never lost typical touch america shores hudson wilderness northwest knew trail trees forests west mississippi blazed hunters trappers partners agents planted vast region flag american fur company atlantic pacific oceans invisibly lined path vessels first american ships habitually circle globe trading around earth far sighted vision withdrawn distant scenes centered manhattan island led way toward upbuilding largest important city new world summary book s foreword br br |
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6858 |
Random Reminiscences of Men and Events |
John D. Rockefeller |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Self-Help |
<br />A good book by the oil revolutionist of the 20th century. As they say "Men should listen to experience" and this book is all about the experience of the second highest taxpayer of the US during the 20's. Though it is not in the book, this is a small poem he wrote:\n<br /><br />I was early taught to work as well as play, <br />\nMy life has been one long, happy holiday; <br />\nFull of work and full of play- <br />\nI dropped the worry on the way- <br />\nAnd God was good to me everyday. <br /><br />(Summary by sidhu177) <br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/random-reminiscences-of-men-and-events-by-john-d-rockefeller/ |
br a good book oil revolutionist 20th century say men listen experience book experience second highest taxpayer us 20 s though book small poem wrote br br i early taught work well play br life one long happy holiday br full work full play br dropped worry way br god good everyday br br summary sidhu177 br br |
| 6345 |
6287 |
6859 |
Gruach |
Gordon Bottomley |
Plays |
Gordon Bottomley's verse drama in two scenes is a prequel to Shakespeare's Macbeth. He provides Lady Macbeth with a name - Gruach - and imagines her family life and how she meets Macbeth. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Domhnal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Morag: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Fern/Girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Conan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Gruach/First Young Woman/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>The King's Envoy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Second Young Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Marget: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>First Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Second Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/gruach-by-gordon-bottomley/ |
gordon bottomley s verse drama two scenes prequel shakespeare s macbeth provides lady macbeth name gruach imagines family life meets macbeth summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br domhnal a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br morag a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br fern girl a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br conan a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br gruach first young woman narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br the king s envoy a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br second young woman a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br marget a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br first man a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br second man a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6288 |
6860 |
Alhambra: A Series Of Tales And Sketches Of The Moors And Spaniards |
Washington Irving |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
This is a collection of essays, verbal sketches, and stories by Washington Irving. Irving lived at the Alhambra Palace while writing some of the material for his book. In 1828, Washington Irving traveled from Madrid, where he had been staying, to Granada, Spain. At first sight, he described it as "a most picturesque and beautiful city, situated in one of the loveliest landscapes that I have ever seen." He immediately asked the then-governor of the historic Alhambra Palace as well as the archbishop of Granada for access to the palace, which was granted because of Irving's celebrity status. Aided by a 35-year old guide named Mateo Ximenes, Irving was inspired by his experience to write Tales of the Alhambra. Throughout his trip, he filled his notebooks and journals with descriptions and observations though he did not believe his writing would ever do it justice. He wrote, "How unworthy is my scribbling of the place." A commemorative plaque in Spanish at the Alhambra reads, "Washington Irving wrote his Tales of Alhambra in these rooms in 1829". The book was instrumental in reintroducing the Alhambra to Western audiences. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/the-alhambra-by-washington-irving/ |
collection essays verbal sketches stories washington irving irving lived alhambra palace writing material book 1828 washington irving traveled madrid staying granada spain first sight described a picturesque beautiful city situated one loveliest landscapes ever seen immediately asked then governor historic alhambra palace well archbishop granada access palace granted irving s celebrity status aided 35 year old guide named mateo ximenes irving inspired experience write tales alhambra throughout trip filled notebooks journals descriptions observations though believe writing would ever justice wrote how unworthy scribbling place commemorative plaque spanish alhambra reads washington irving wrote tales alhambra rooms 1829 book instrumental reintroducing alhambra western audiences summary wikipedia david wales p |
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12319 |
13019 |
Señal de los Cuatro |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
La petición de una mujer a Sherlock Holmes para acompañarla a visitar a un hombre, y la muerte del hermano del mismo, lo lleva descubrir, junto al Dr. Watson, el secreto que hay tras un tesoro encontrado en la India. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/la-senal-de-los-cuatro-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
la petición de una mujer sherlock holmes para acompañarla visitar un hombre la muerte del hermano del mismo lo lleva descubrir junto al dr watson el secreto que hay tras un tesoro encontrado en la india summary phileas fogg |
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6291 |
6863 |
Gold Sickle |
Eugène Sue |
Historical Fiction |
The Gold Sickle; or, Hena the Virgin of the Isle of Sen. A Tale of Druid Gaul is the first part of Eugène Sue's The Mysteries of the People; or, History of a Proletarian Family Across the Ages, in which he intended to produce a comprehensive "universal history," dating from the beginning of the present era down to his own days. Sue's own socialist leanings made this history that of the "successive struggles of the successively ruled with the successively ruling classes".<br><br>\n\nIn the first volume we meet the Gallic chief Joel, whose descendants will typify the oppressed throughout the suite of novels. Joel and his son invite a traveller to share their supper one evening, curious as they are to hear his stories. When he refuses, they capture him; the exchange of stories around the hearth turns into a debate about freedom and what freedom is worth.\n(Summary by Petra, partly adapted from the Translator's Preface) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-gold-sickle-by-eugene-sue/ |
gold sickle or hena virgin isle sen tale druid gaul first part eugène sue s mysteries people or history proletarian family across ages intended produce comprehensive universal history dating beginning present era days sue s socialist leanings made history successive struggles successively ruled successively ruling classes br br first volume meet gallic chief joel whose descendants typify oppressed throughout suite novels joel son invite traveller share supper one evening curious hear stories refuses capture him exchange stories around hearth turns debate freedom freedom worth summary petra partly adapted translator s preface p |
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6292 |
6864 |
Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness! |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Published 1900 onward |
“Thy Soul shall bear Witness” (Körkarlen) by the Swedish Nobel Laureate Selma Lagerlöf is a kind of spooky Novel. It was first published in 1912 and in English in 1922, the same year as the international release of the Silent Movie “The Phantom Carriage”, today considered a classic movie, and one that strongly influenced the Swedish Director Ingmar Bergman. A second Movie based on the Novel was made again in 1958. In English the Novel is today very rare, very few copies are said to exist.\n- It is New Years Eve. David Holm who has become a depraved drunkard is sitting with some comrades in a Church-Yard, drinking, and telling a story he has heard some years earlier from a friend, George, about the Death-Cart, and how a person who dies on New-Years eve when the clock strikes Midnight will have to take over the Death-Cart as driver. The Death-Cart is a beaten-down horse-drawn carriage, drawn by a very old, one eyed horse, which travels the earth to pick up the souls of the dead and take them to heaven or hell. And as it happens, after a brawl, David is dying in the Church-Yard just as the clock strikes midnight, and a cart, moving closer and closer, is heard creaking. And at the reins sits David's old friend, George.\nIn another part of the town a little slum sister, Edit, is dying. She has tried to help both David Holm and his family, in vain. Her only wish is to see David before she dies. She can not help it, but she loves him.\nGeorge has come to introduce David into the job of becoming driver of the Death-Cart, as David is now going to relieve him from the task, and to show David what his life has been, and visiting his past, and also Edith, in her last moments.\nThis story may be quite a bit different from most of Selma Lagerlöf's other Novels. But at the same time it is, as many of her stories, a story about love, forgiveness and redemption, and most captivating. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/thy-soul-shall-bear-witness-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
thy soul shall bear witness körkarlen swedish nobel laureate selma lagerlöf kind spooky novel first published 1912 english 1922 year international release silent movie the phantom carriage today considered classic movie one strongly influenced swedish director ingmar bergman second movie based novel made 1958 english novel today rare copies said exist new years eve david holm become depraved drunkard sitting comrades church yard drinking telling story heard years earlier friend george death cart person dies new years eve clock strikes midnight take death cart driver death cart beaten down horse drawn carriage drawn old one eyed horse travels earth pick souls dead take heaven hell happens brawl david dying church yard clock strikes midnight cart moving closer closer heard creaking reins sits david s old friend george another part town little slum sister edit dying tried help david holm family vain wish see david dies help it loves him george come introduce david job becoming driver death cart david going relieve task show david life been visiting past also edith last moments story may quite bit different selma lagerlöf s novels time is many stories story love forgiveness redemption captivating summary lars rolander p |
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6293 |
6865 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 003 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>Brief description of the contributions:<BR>\n\n01 - Japanese - Sennin [1922]: prose, fiction, Oosaka, wizard<BR>\n02 - Japanese - Mangan [1938]: prose, fiction, Mishima, doctor<BR>\n03 - Latin - Pange lingua (gloriosi proelium certaminis) [6th Century]: poetry, medieval Latin<BR>\n04 - Japanese - Matsurino ban: prose, fiction, children, festival<BR>\n05 - Bulgarian - Баланиади (Balaniadi) [1917]: poetry, satire<BR>\n06 - Bisaya - ¡“Fuera” kapyot! [1921]: prose, itoy-itoy<BR>\n07 - Tagalog - Ang Aral ni Ina [1915]: poetry, mother's wisdom, pantas na salita<BR>\n08 - Latin - Pange Lingua (Gloriosi Proelium Certaminis): poetry, chant, Lent, Christianity<BR>\n09 - Tagalog - ¡Bulalakaw...! [1915]: poetry, shooting star<BR>\n10 - French - La Main: Short fiction, supernatural<BR>\n11 - Japanese - Kako: prose,fiction,memory,matchstick<BR>\n12 - Bisaya - Si Inday, Lider na sa Piniliay [1921]: prose, women equal with men in politics<BR>\n13 - Tagalog - Tag-ulan [1915]: poetry, rainy season<BR>\n14 - Japanese - Nyusyano ji [1907]: prose,non-fiction,university,newspaper<BR>\n15 - Welsh - Sion a Sian (poem IX) [1911]: poetry, children, nursery rhyme, plant, gerdd<BR>\n16 - Japanese - Piano: prose, fiction, Yokohama, piano<BR>\n17 - Japanese - Aosuisen Akasuisen [1922]: prose,fiction,children,narcissus<BR>\n18 - Chinese - 水调歌头 (Shuidiaogetou): prose, Chinese, Song Dynasty<BR>\n19 - Polish - O doktorze Hiszpanie [1883]: poetry, poezja, fraszka, alkohol<BR>\n20 - Polish - Czlowiek Boże igrzysko [1883]: poetry, poezja, pycha, człowiek, Bóg<BR>\n21 - French - Misère [1832]: poetry, hunger, misery<BR>\n22 - Tagalog - Sa Aking Mga Kabatà [1906]: poetry, all languages are alike, "ang hindi magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit sa hayop at malansang isda"<BR>\n23 - Danish - Flugten til Amerika [1900]: Poetry, children<BR>\n24 - French - Le chapeau de Sans-Âme [1887]: prose, fiction, short story, Provence, hat<BR>\n25 - Japanese - Hatsukoi [1897]: poetry, first love, apple<BR>\n26 - Polish - Żona modna [1882-3]: poetry, poezja, satyra, moda<BR>\n27 - Japanese - Umi: prose, non-fiction, sea<BR>\n28 - Japanese - Nobara [1922]: prose, fiction, war, wild rose<BR><BR> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-003/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br brief description contributions br 01 japanese sennin 1922 prose fiction oosaka wizard br 02 japanese mangan 1938 prose fiction mishima doctor br 03 latin pange lingua gloriosi proelium certaminis 6th century poetry medieval latin br 04 japanese matsurino ban prose fiction children festival br 05 bulgarian баланиади balaniadi 1917 poetry satire br 06 bisaya fuera kapyot 1921 prose itoy itoy br 07 tagalog ang aral ni ina 1915 poetry mother s wisdom pantas na salita br 08 latin pange lingua gloriosi proelium certaminis poetry chant lent christianity br 09 tagalog bulalakaw 1915 poetry shooting star br 10 french la main short fiction supernatural br 11 japanese kako prose fiction memory matchstick br 12 bisaya si inday lider na sa piniliay 1921 prose women equal men politics br 13 tagalog tag ulan 1915 poetry rainy season br 14 japanese nyusyano ji 1907 prose non fiction university newspaper br 15 welsh sion sian poem ix 1911 poetry children nursery rhyme plant gerdd br 16 japanese piano prose fiction yokohama piano br 17 japanese aosuisen akasuisen 1922 prose fiction children narcissus br 18 chinese 水调歌头 shuidiaogetou prose chinese song dynasty br 19 polish doktorze hiszpanie 1883 poetry poezja fraszka alkohol br 20 polish czlowiek boże igrzysko 1883 poetry poezja pycha człowiek bóg br 21 french misère 1832 poetry hunger misery br 22 tagalog sa aking mga kabatà 1906 poetry languages alike ang hindi magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit sa hayop malansang isda br 23 danish flugten til amerika 1900 poetry children br 24 french le chapeau de sans âme 1887 prose fiction short story provence hat br 25 japanese hatsukoi 1897 poetry first love apple br 26 polish żona modna 1882 3 poetry poezja satyra moda br 27 japanese umi prose non fiction sea br 28 japanese nobara 1922 prose fiction war wild rose br br |
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6294 |
6866 |
Emma (Version 6) |
Jane Austen |
Literary Fiction |
Emma, by Jane Austen, is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance. As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian-Regency England; she also creates a lively comedy of manners among her characters.<br><br>Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like." In the very first sentence she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich." Emma, however, is also rather spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own matchmaking abilities; she is blind to the dangers of meddling in other people's lives, and her imagination and perceptions often lead her astray. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/emma-version-6-by-jane-austen/ |
emma jane austen novel youthful hubris perils misconstrued romance novels austen explores concerns difficulties genteel women living georgian regency england also creates lively comedy manners among characters br br before began novel austen wrote i going take heroine one much like first sentence introduces title character emma woodhouse handsome clever rich emma however also rather spoiled headstrong self satisfied greatly overestimates matchmaking abilities blind dangers meddling people s lives imagination perceptions often lead astray adapted wikipedia p |
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6295 |
6867 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 1) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
This is the biography of Abraham Lincoln, written by two of his private secretaries. (Summary by ashleighjane) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-1-by-john-hay-and-john-george-nicolay/ |
biography abraham lincoln written two private secretaries summary ashleighjane |
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6296 |
6868 |
Prairie - A Tale |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The story opens with Ishmael, his family, Ellen and Abiram slowly making their way across the virgin prairies of the Midwest looking for a homestead, just two years after the Louisiana Purchase, and during the time of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. They meet the trapper (Natty Bumppo), who has left his home in New York state to find a place where he cannot hear the sound of people cutting down the forests. In the years between his other adventures and this novel, he tells us only that he has walked all the way to the Pacific Ocean and seen all the land between the coasts (a heroic feat, considering Lewis and Clark hadn’t yet completed the same trek). (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/the-prairie-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
story opens ishmael family ellen abiram slowly making way across virgin prairies midwest looking homestead two years louisiana purchase time lewis clark expedition meet trapper natty bumppo left home new york state find place cannot hear sound people cutting forests years adventures novel tells us walked way pacific ocean seen land coasts a heroic feat considering lewis clark hadn t yet completed trek summary wikipedia p |
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6298 |
6870 |
Епопея на Забравените (Epopeya na zabravenite) |
Ivan Vazov |
Epics |
Epic of the Forgotten (Bulgarian: Епопея на забравените; Epopeya na zabravenite) is a Bulgarian poetic saga written by Ivan Vazov to commemorate the Bulgarian fight for freedom against the Ottoman Empire and to criticize the moral decline of the Bulgarian nation after the Liberation, in comparison to the heroic figures and events of the then recent past. (Excerpt from Wikipedia) |
Bulgarian |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/epopeya-na-zabravenite-by-ivan-vazov/ |
epic forgotten bulgarian епопея на забравените epopeya na zabravenite bulgarian poetic saga written ivan vazov commemorate bulgarian fight freedom ottoman empire criticize moral decline bulgarian nation liberation comparison heroic figures events recent past excerpt wikipedia |
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6299 |
6871 |
Imaginary Invalid |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
The Imaginary Invalid (French: Le Malade imaginaire) is a three-act comédie-ballet by the French playwright Molière. It was first performed in 1673 and was the last work he wrote. In an ironic twist of fate, Molière collapsed during his fourth performance as Argan on 17 February and died soon after. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p><br><br>\n\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nArgan, an imaginary invalid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7061">Allen Johns</a><br>\nBeline, second wife to Argan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3698">Nadine Eckert-Boulet</a><br>\nAngelique, daughter to Argan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nLouison, Argan's young daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nBeralde, brother to Argan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>\nCleante, lover to Angelique: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nMr. Diafoirus, a physician: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>\nThomas Diafoirus, his son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>\nMr. Purgon, physician to Argan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br>\nMr. Fleurant, an apothecary/Mr. De Bonnefoi, a notary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nToinette, maidservant to Argan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a></p> |
English |
1673 |
https://librivox.org/the-imaginary-invalid-by-moliere/ |
imaginary invalid french le malade imaginaire three act comédie ballet french playwright molière first performed 1673 last work wrote ironic twist fate molière collapsed fourth performance argan 17 february died soon after summary wikipedia p br br b cast b br argan imaginary invalid a href http librivox org reader 7061 allen johns a br beline second wife argan a href http librivox org reader 3698 nadine eckert boulet a br angelique daughter argan a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br louison argan s young daughter a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br beralde brother argan a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br cleante lover angelique a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mr diafoirus physician a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br thomas diafoirus son a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br mr purgon physician argan a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br mr fleurant apothecary mr de bonnefoi notary a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br toinette maidservant argan a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br audio edited a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a p |
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6300 |
6872 |
On the Laws |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
On the Laws (Latin: De Legibus) was written shortly after Cicero's "On the Commonwealth" during the last years of the Roman Republic. The three surviving books (out of an original six), in order, expound on Cicero's beliefs in Natural Law, recast the religious laws of Rome (in reality a rollback to the religious laws under the king Numa Pompilius) and finally talk of his proposed reforms to the Roman Constitution. (Summary Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-laws-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
laws latin de legibus written shortly cicero s on commonwealth last years roman republic three surviving books out original six order expound cicero s beliefs natural law recast religious laws rome in reality rollback religious laws king numa pompilius finally talk proposed reforms roman constitution summary adapted wikipedia p |
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6301 |
6873 |
Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Volume 1a |
Jefferson Davis |
Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
<i>The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government</i> (1881) is written by Jefferson Davis, former President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. Davis wrote the book as a straightforward history of the Confederate States of America and as an apologia for the causes that he believed led to and justified the American Civil War.<br/><br/>\n\nDavis spared little detail in describing every aspect of the Confederate constitution and government, in addition to which he retold in detail numerous military campaigns. Far more compelling in the views of Davis' contemporaries and to modern scholars were Davis' thoughtfully constructed arguments as to the constitutional and moral justification of the formation of the Confederacy and of the Civil War. Davis cited numerous constitutional passages, constitutional scholars, and American political leaders to prove his thesis that secession was justified.<br/><br/>\n\nThis project contains the first half of Volume 1 (of 2). (Intro modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-confederate-government-volume-1a-by-jefferson-davis/ |
i the rise fall confederate government i 1881 written jefferson davis former president confederate states america american civil war davis wrote book straightforward history confederate states america apologia causes believed led justified american civil war br br davis spared little detail describing every aspect confederate constitution government addition retold detail numerous military campaigns far compelling views davis contemporaries modern scholars davis thoughtfully constructed arguments constitutional moral justification formation confederacy civil war davis cited numerous constitutional passages constitutional scholars american political leaders prove thesis secession justified br br project contains first half volume 1 of 2 intro modified wikipedia br br |
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6302 |
6874 |
Letters on an Elk Hunt |
Elinore Pruitt Stewart |
Letters |
This is a sequel to Letters of a Woman Homesteader in which Elinore Rupert (Pruitt) Stewart describes her arrival and early years on a Burntfork Wyoming ranch in 1909-1913. The letters are written to her elderly friend, Mrs. Coney, in Denver. In the present collection of letters, Elinore describes a lively excursion on horseback and wagon into the Wyoming wilderness during July-October 1914. Her traveling companions are her husband “Mr. Stewart,” their three oldest children, and kind-hearted, opinionated neighbor Mrs. O’Shaughnessy. Mr. Haynes (organizer of the hunt) and his friend, Mr. Struble (the cheerful big man of the party) lead the group, and are also joined by physician Dr. Teschall, “a moving-picture man” Mr. Harkrudder, Professor Glenholdt seeking “the tip-end bone of the tail of a brontosaurus” and his students (“two geological fellows” who “talk of nothing but strata and formation”). Also joining the group is Mr. Murry with his tiresome accordion.<br><br>Although some hunting is accomplished on the trip, the overarching focus of Elinore’s letters is on descriptions of awe-inspiring Wyoming scenery and the interesting people she encounters. With her familiar wit and wisdom, Elinore also writes of tragedies and romances she observes during her trip -- that is, whenever Elinore’s effort to observe is not thwarted by “the good mon” Mr. Stewart. In one letter Elinore complains to Mrs. Coney that “Mr. Stewart is the queerest man: instead of letting me enjoy the tableau [the reunion of two long-lost lovers], he solemnly drove on, saying he would not want any one gawking at him if he were the happy man. Anyway, he couldn’t urge Chub [the horse] fast enough to prevent my seeing and hearing what I’ve told you.”<br><br>By the time the adventurers are homeward bound with their supply of elk meat, Elinore is homesick for her youngest child, Junior, at home with his grandmother; Mrs. O’Shaughnessy has taken in two young orphans; and quiet, young Mr. Haynes complains good-naturedly about having to travel along with a rolling nursery.<br><br>Elinore’s letters capture an interesting transition point in history. People traveled by horse and wagon, there were cowboys and cattle stampedes, and medical care was rustic. At the same time, automobiles and modern medicine, archeology and motion picture making were entering the scene and war was commencing in Europe. (Note to more sensitive readers: Elk hunting is described in Chapters 7 and 8.) (Summary by Lynne Carroll)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/letters-on-an-elk-hunt-by-elinore-pruitt-stewart/ |
sequel letters woman homesteader elinore rupert pruitt stewart describes arrival early years burntfork wyoming ranch 1909 1913 letters written elderly friend mrs coney denver present collection letters elinore describes lively excursion horseback wagon wyoming wilderness july october 1914 traveling companions husband mr stewart three oldest children kind hearted opinionated neighbor mrs o shaughnessy mr haynes organizer hunt friend mr struble the cheerful big man party lead group also joined physician dr teschall a moving picture man mr harkrudder professor glenholdt seeking the tip end bone tail brontosaurus students two geological fellows talk nothing strata formation also joining group mr murry tiresome accordion br br although hunting accomplished trip overarching focus elinore s letters descriptions awe inspiring wyoming scenery interesting people encounters familiar wit wisdom elinore also writes tragedies romances observes trip is whenever elinore s effort observe thwarted the good mon mr stewart one letter elinore complains mrs coney mr stewart queerest man instead letting enjoy tableau the reunion two long lost lovers solemnly drove on saying would want one gawking happy man anyway couldn t urge chub the horse fast enough prevent seeing hearing i ve told you br br by time adventurers homeward bound supply elk meat elinore homesick youngest child junior home grandmother mrs o shaughnessy taken two young orphans quiet young mr haynes complains good naturedly travel along rolling nursery br br elinore s letters capture interesting transition point history people traveled horse wagon cowboys cattle stampedes medical care rustic time automobiles modern medicine archeology motion picture making entering scene war commencing europe note sensitive readers elk hunting described chapters 7 8 summary lynne carroll p |
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6303 |
6875 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 4 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The <i>Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern</i>, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.<br></br>The result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."</br></br>This fourth volume contains chapters from "Banim" to "Birrell". (Summary by Leni)<br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-4-by-charles-dudely-warner-ed/ |
i library world s best literature ancient modern i work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br the result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br this fourth volume contains chapters banim birrell summary leni br br |
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6304 |
6876 |
Byzantine Empire |
Charles William Chadwick Oman |
*Non-fiction, History |
Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia)<br><br>\nOman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends\n"So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis". <p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-byzantine-empire-by-charles-william-chadwick-oman/ |
fifty years ago word byzantine used synonym corrupt decadent tale east roman empire dismissed modern historians depressing monotonous great gibbon branded successors justinian heraclius series vicious weaklings several generations one dared contradict him two books served undeceive english reader monumental work finlay published 1856 modern volumes mr bury appeared 1889 since written byzantines longer need apologist great work east roman empire holding back saracen keeping alive throughout dark ages lamp learning beginning realized wikipedia br br oman starts arrival greek traders establish colony ends so cry god great mohammed prophet rang dome thirty generations patriarchs celebrated holy mysteries europe asia knew end come longest tale empire christendom yet seen finis p |
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6305 |
6877 |
Orthodox Faith |
Saint John of Damascus |
Christianity - Other |
The Orthodox Faith is the classic epitome of the Early Greek Fathers. Writing just before the last of the truly Ecumenical Councils (787), he remains to this day, the last of the Eastern theologians whole-heartedly received by the West. This work, then, is an ecumenical touchstone that remains authoritative in Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism (through Peter Lombard's Sentances) and in all Reformation Churches interested in purging late medieval accretions and returning to the developed orthodoxy of Creedal Christianity. (Summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
700 |
https://librivox.org/the-orthodox-faith-by-saint-john-of-damascus/ |
orthodox faith classic epitome early greek fathers writing last truly ecumenical councils 787 remains day last eastern theologians whole heartedly received west work then ecumenical touchstone remains authoritative eastern orthodoxy roman catholicism through peter lombard s sentances reformation churches interested purging late medieval accretions returning developed orthodoxy creedal christianity summary jonathan lange p |
| 6362 |
6306 |
6878 |
In the Seven Woods |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry |
In the Seven Woods (1904) is Yeats's first twentieth-century poetry collection. Its fourteen poems show him moving steadily away from the decisively Romantic diction of his earlier work. Here we hear a poetic voice that is at once more individual, colloquial and dramatic than previously. In addition, several poems sound a note of bitter lamentation over the marriage in 1903 of Maud Gonne, Yeats's great love and muse, to John MacBride. (Summary by Kasper Nijsen)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-seven-woods-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
seven woods 1904 yeats s first twentieth century poetry collection fourteen poems show moving steadily away decisively romantic diction earlier work hear poetic voice individual colloquial dramatic previously addition several poems sound note bitter lamentation marriage 1903 maud gonne yeats s great love muse john macbride summary kasper nijsen p |
| 6363 |
6307 |
6879 |
Red Masquerade |
Louis Joseph Vance |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
In the beginning of his career, Michael Lanyard alias The Lone Wolf, the most talented thief of his day, made the acquaintance of the beautiful Princess Sofia, but he also made an enemy of her husband, Prince Victor. Years later, Lanyard's daughter gets into the crossfiere...\nRed Masquerade is the third book in the Lone Wolf Series. (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/red-masquerade-by-louis-joseph-vance/ |
beginning career michael lanyard alias lone wolf talented thief day made acquaintance beautiful princess sofia also made enemy husband prince victor years later lanyard s daughter gets crossfiere red masquerade third book lone wolf series summary carolin p |
| 6364 |
6308 |
6880 |
Queechy |
Susan Warner |
General Fiction |
Fleda Ringan is an 11 year old orphan who lives with her grandfather in Queechy, Vermont. After a tragic incident, Fleda has to live with her aunt in Paris, Mrs. Rossiter. She travels to Paris under the care of young Mr. Carleton and his mother, a rich Englishwomen. Every young man who meets Fleda loves her, but she adores only Mr. Carleton. Once Fleda's aunt Mrs. Rossiter looses all her money, they return to America where Fleda learns to farm and cook to support her family. Mr. Carleton is always around to help out but never utters a word about love to Fleda.\n(Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/queechy-by-susan-warner/ |
fleda ringan 11 year old orphan lives grandfather queechy vermont tragic incident fleda live aunt paris mrs rossiter travels paris care young mr carleton mother rich englishwomen every young man meets fleda loves her adores mr carleton fleda s aunt mrs rossiter looses money return america fleda learns farm cook support family mr carleton always around help never utters word love fleda summary abigail rasmussen p |
| 6365 |
6309 |
6881 |
On Passing Deadman’s Island |
Thomas Moore |
Fantastic Fiction, Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of On Passing Deadman’s Island by Thomas Moore. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 22, 2012.<br><br>Thomas Moore was an Irish poet, singer, songwriter, and entertainer. In 1803 he was appointed registrar to the Admiralty in Bermuda, he found his work very light and uninspiring, so only spent around three months on the island. Because of his brief stay there he has sometimes been treated as an unofficial poet laureate of Bermuda.<br>After leaving Bermuda he travelled across the United States and Canada in a Grand Tour. His stay in Nova Scotia was possibly the inspiration for this poem. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-passing-deadmans-island-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings passing deadman s island thomas moore fortnightly poetry project july 22 2012 br br thomas moore irish poet singer songwriter entertainer 1803 appointed registrar admiralty bermuda found work light uninspiring spent around three months island brief stay sometimes treated unofficial poet laureate bermuda br after leaving bermuda travelled across united states canada grand tour stay nova scotia possibly inspiration poem summary wikipedia p |
| 6366 |
6310 |
6882 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 1 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Political Science |
Carl von Ossietzky (1889-1938), Journalist, Pazifist und Friedensnobelpreisträger [1935], zählte zu den herausragenden Persönlichkeiten in Deutschland zwischen den Weltkriegen. Durch seinen investigativen Journalismus machte er in der Zeitschrift "Die Weltbühne" erstmals auf die Aufrüstung Deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen Spionage verurteilt. \n\nDieser erste Teil seiner gesammelten Schriften umfasst in verschiedenen Zeitschriften und Zeitungen erschienene Artikel über Politik, Geschichte und Kunst. (Zusammenfassung von Carolin)</p> |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-1-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky 1889 1938 journalist pazifist und friedensnobelpreisträger 1935 zählte zu den herausragenden persönlichkeiten deutschland zwischen den weltkriegen durch seinen investigativen journalismus machte er der zeitschrift die weltbühne erstmals auf die aufrüstung deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen spionage verurteilt dieser erste teil seiner gesammelten schriften umfasst verschiedenen zeitschriften und zeitungen erschienene artikel über politik geschichte und kunst zusammenfassung von carolin p |
| 6367 |
6325 |
6897 |
Adventures of Master F.J. |
George Gascoigne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Poetry |
This story presents through letters, poems and third-person commentary the love affair between a young man named Freeman Jones and a married woman named Elinor, lady of the castle he is visiting in Scotland. Events in the affair are traced from initial attraction through seduction to (somewhat) graphic sexual encounters and their aftermath. (Allegedly based on a real-life scandal, the author, in re-issuing his story two years later, transplanted the action to Italy, renaming the principals Fernando Jeronimi and Leonora.) (Summary by Grant Hurlock) <p> |
English |
1573 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-master-f-j-by-george-gascoigne/ |
story presents letters poems third person commentary love affair young man named freeman jones married woman named elinor lady castle visiting scotland events affair traced initial attraction seduction somewhat graphic sexual encounters aftermath allegedly based real life scandal author re issuing story two years later transplanted action italy renaming principals fernando jeronimi leonora summary grant hurlock p |
| 6368 |
6311 |
6883 |
Sex Life of the Gods |
Michael Knerr |
Erotica, Science Fiction |
Beth Danson was about twenty-five and, besides her deep auburn-brown hair and lovely face, she boasted an equally attractive body. He found himself captivated by the warm thrust of her breasts beneath the silk blouse. The clear milk of her flesh, at the “V” of her throat excited him in a strange way. When he thought of her as his wife, it was frightening. It was as though someone had tossed him a woman and expected him to just fall into the routine of marriage. It wouldn’t be hard to come to love this woman, but it would take awhile. Hell, he didn’t know her. She was a complete stranger who had suddenly told him they were married. There was nothing familiar about her; even the fingers that were softly working over his face were alien. (Summary by Blurb from the Front Flap!) <p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/sex-life-of-the-gods-by-michael-knerr/ |
beth danson twenty five and besides deep auburn brown hair lovely face boasted equally attractive body found captivated warm thrust breasts beneath silk blouse clear milk flesh v throat excited strange way thought wife frightening though someone tossed woman expected fall routine marriage wouldn t hard come love woman would take awhile hell didn t know her complete stranger suddenly told married nothing familiar her even fingers softly working face alien summary blurb front flap p |
| 6369 |
6312 |
6884 |
After Long Grief |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of After Long Grief by Madison Cawein. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 22, 2012.<br><br>Madison Cawein was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. His father made patent medicines from herbs. Cawein thus became acquainted with and developed a love for local nature as a child. His output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing presented Kentucky scenes in a language echoing Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats. He soon earned the nickname the "Keats of Kentucky". (Summary from Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/after-long-grief-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings long grief madison cawein weekly poetry project july 22 2012 br br madison cawein poet louisville kentucky father made patent medicines herbs cawein thus became acquainted developed love local nature child output thirty six books 1 500 poems writing presented kentucky scenes language echoing percy bysshe shelley john keats soon earned nickname keats kentucky summary wikipedia p |
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6313 |
6885 |
Agatha Webb |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A universally beloved woman has been murdered. But who would have the heart to kill Agatha Webb? Would her husband do it for money matters? Or would it be the cook, who died at about the same time? Or would it be the rich and well-connected Mr. Fredrick, who ran away into the woods? This work is also for feminist fiction lovers. As the story starts right after the murder, we see how Miss Page, a servant at a rich house who is the sweetheart of the same Mr. Fredrick, wants to join the investigation- and is constantly prevented from doing so by conservative men. (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/agatha-webb-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
universally beloved woman murdered would heart kill agatha webb would husband money matters would cook died time would rich well connected mr fredrick ran away woods work also feminist fiction lovers story starts right murder see miss page servant rich house sweetheart mr fredrick wants join investigation constantly prevented conservative men summary stav nisser p |
| 6371 |
6314 |
6886 |
唐诗三百首 卷五 Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 5 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
Compiled around 1763, ‘Three Hundred Tang Poems’ is the standard collection of the poetic art of the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907). Poems in Volume Five are of the style 五 言 絕 句 'Five-character-quatrain' (poems 224 to 260) and 七 言 絕 句 Seven-character-quatrain (poems 261 to 320). (Summary by David Barnes) <br /><br />\nAll poems recorded in Mandarin. <br /><br /> |
Chinese |
1763 |
https://librivox.org/three-hundred-tang-poems-volume-5-by-various/ |
compiled around 1763 three hundred tang poems standard collection poetic art tang dynasty 618 907 poems volume five style 五 言 絕 句 five character quatrain poems 224 260 七 言 絕 句 seven character quatrain poems 261 320 summary david barnes br br poems recorded mandarin br br |
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6315 |
6887 |
That Christ Is One |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Cyril of Alexandria was the leading voice of Nicene orthodoxy in the Christological controversies between Constantinople (381) and Chalcedon (451). Assuming the mantle of the Cappadotian fathers, he answered the auguments of Nestorius who had changed the liturgy of Constantinople by altering the prayer which referred to Mary as the Mother of God. Although he died seven years before the Council of Chalcedon, his writings and formulations heavily influenced not only Chalcedon, but the entire trajectory of orthodox christological thought. (Summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/that-christ-is-one-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
cyril alexandria leading voice nicene orthodoxy christological controversies constantinople 381 chalcedon 451 assuming mantle cappadotian fathers answered auguments nestorius changed liturgy constantinople altering prayer referred mary mother god although died seven years council chalcedon writings formulations heavily influenced chalcedon entire trajectory orthodox christological thought summary jonathan lange p |
| 6373 |
6316 |
6888 |
Schwüle Tage |
Eduard von Keyserling |
General Fiction |
Graf Bill von Fernow ist durch das Abitur gefallen. Anstatt also den Sommerurlaub mit dem Rest der Familie am Strand zu verbringen, fährt er mit seinem Vater auf den Landsitz der Familie. Dort lernt er nicht nur die Verwandten des Nachbargutes kennen, sondern auch ein großes Geheimnis seines unglücklichen Vaters. (Zusammenfassung von Availle). |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/schwuele-tage-by-eduard-von-keyserling/ |
graf bill von fernow ist durch das abitur gefallen anstatt also den sommerurlaub mit dem rest der familie strand zu verbringen fährt er mit seinem vater auf den landsitz der familie dort lernt er nicht nur die verwandten des nachbargutes kennen sondern auch ein großes geheimnis seines unglücklichen vaters zusammenfassung von availle |
| 6374 |
6332 |
6904 |
硝子戸の中 (Garasudono uchi) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Essays & Short Works |
『硝子戸の中』(がらすどのうち)は、『こゝろ』と『道草』の間に書かれた夏目漱石最後の随筆である。<p>\n'Garasudono uchi' is Natsume Sōseki's last essay, which was written between 'Kokoro' & 'Michikusa'. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
Japanese |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/garasudono-uchi-by-natsume-soseki/ |
硝子戸の中 がらすどのうち は こゝろ と 道草 の間に書かれた夏目漱石最後の随筆である p garasudono uchi natsume sōseki s last essay written kokoro michikusa summary wikipedia p |
| 6375 |
6333 |
6905 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 027 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers and include speeches and essays on history, science, politics, nature, travel, psychology and love. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-027-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers include speeches essays history science politics nature travel psychology love summary j m smallheer p |
| 6376 |
6317 |
6889 |
Treasure Island (version 3, dramatic reading) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
When a rough old seaman calling himself "the Captain" appears at the inn owned by Jim Hawkins' father, young Jim little dreams what adventures will follow in the man's wake. Soon, the once-peaceful inn is threatened by pirates, Jim's father is laid in his grave, and Jim finds himself in possession of a map showing the location of treasure buried by the legendary and notorious Captain Flint. Along with a group of brave men: the sensible Dr. Livesey, the fearless and unflagging Captain Smollett, and the blustering but well-meaning Squire Trelawney, Jim sets out in quest of the treasure. Many perils, from wild animals to murderous villains to stormy seas will beset him on the way. And ever in the background, smiling and enigmatic, lurks the one-legged ship's cook, Long John Silver. One of the best-loved adventure stories of all time, Treasure Island is a pirate classic that delights readers today as much as when Stevenson first wrote it. (Summary by Eden Rea-Hedrick)<BR><BR>\nCast listing:<BR>Jim Hawkins, Dedication and Introductory Poem: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Billy Bones, "the Captain", Dr. Livesey, Long John Silver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>Black Dog: <a href="http://www.BritTexVoice.com">Phillip J Mather</a><br>Mrs. Hawkins, Dick: <a href="http://elizabethklettaudio.com">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Pew, George Merry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Mr. Dance: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Pirate 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Pirate 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7592">justinschw</a><br>Pirate 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Squire Trelawney: <a href="http://timberdine.co.uk/">Andy Minter</a><br>Tom Redruth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7371">MarcyT</a><br>Tom Morgan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br>Captain Smollett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Israel Hands: <a href="http://www.techsmiths.blogspot.com/">Mark F. Smith</a><br>Captain Flint (a parrot): <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Job Anderson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7644">Raphael Platt</a><br>Tom, Joyce: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Ben Gunn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6511">csjesi1</a><br>Abraham Gray: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Hunter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><BR><BR>\nEdited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>. |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-dramatic-reading-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
rough old seaman calling the captain appears inn owned jim hawkins father young jim little dreams adventures follow man s wake soon once peaceful inn threatened pirates jim s father laid grave jim finds possession map showing location treasure buried legendary notorious captain flint along group brave men sensible dr livesey fearless unflagging captain smollett blustering well meaning squire trelawney jim sets quest treasure many perils wild animals murderous villains stormy seas beset way ever background smiling enigmatic lurks one legged ship s cook long john silver one best loved adventure stories time treasure island pirate classic delights readers today much stevenson first wrote it summary eden rea hedrick br br cast listing br jim hawkins dedication introductory poem a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br billy bones the captain dr livesey long john silver a href http librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br black dog a href http www brittexvoice com phillip j mather a br mrs hawkins dick a href http elizabethklettaudio com elizabeth klett a br pew george merry a href http librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mr dance a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pirate 1 a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br pirate 2 a href http librivox org reader 7592 justinschw a br pirate 3 a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br squire trelawney a href http timberdine co uk andy minter a br tom redruth a href http librivox org reader 7371 marcyt a br tom morgan a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br captain smollett a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br israel hands a href http www techsmiths blogspot com mark f smith a br captain flint a parrot a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br job anderson a href http librivox org reader 7644 raphael platt a br tom joyce a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br ben gunn a href http librivox org reader 6511 csjesi1 a br abraham gray a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br hunter a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br br edited a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a |
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6318 |
6890 |
Finding of Haldgren |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Science Fiction |
Chet Ballard answers the pinpoint of light that from the craggy desolation of the moon stabs out man's old call for help. (Summary by Charles Diffin)</p> |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/the-finding-of-haldgren-by-charles-w-diffin/ |
chet ballard answers pinpoint light craggy desolation moon stabs man s old call help summary charles diffin p |
| 6378 |
6319 |
6891 |
Princess of Mars (Version 3) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Romance |
John Carter is mysteriously conveyed to Mars, where he discovers two intelligent species continually embroiled in warfare. Although he is a prisoner of four-armed green men, his Civil War experience and Earth-trained musculature give him superior martial abilities, and he is treated with deference by this fierce race. Falling in love with a princess of red humanoids (two-armed but egg-bearing), he contrives a daring escape and later rescues the red men from the hostility of another nation of their own race. In this struggle he enlists the aid of his former captors, whom he gradually civilizes, teaching them first the practical advantages of kindness to their beasts of burden and then of casting aside centuries of communal living in favor of the nuclear family. At last he even starts them on the path to mastering the arts of friedship and diplomacy. When the failure of the atmosphere-generator threatens the planet's inhabitants with extinction, Carter's luck, memory, and sheer determination make possible the salvation of the planet, but Carter himself falls unconscious before he knows the success of his efforts. The novel ends with his sudden involuntary return to Earth.\n (Summary by Thomas Copeland)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-princess-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs-3/ |
john carter mysteriously conveyed mars discovers two intelligent species continually embroiled warfare although prisoner four armed green men civil war experience earth trained musculature give superior martial abilities treated deference fierce race falling love princess red humanoids two armed egg bearing contrives daring escape later rescues red men hostility another nation race struggle enlists aid former captors gradually civilizes teaching first practical advantages kindness beasts burden casting aside centuries communal living favor nuclear family last even starts path mastering arts friedship diplomacy failure atmosphere generator threatens planet s inhabitants extinction carter s luck memory sheer determination make possible salvation planet carter falls unconscious knows success efforts novel ends sudden involuntary return earth summary thomas copeland p |
| 6379 |
6320 |
6892 |
Island |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Narratives |
Written late in his career, Byron's narrative poem The Island tells the famous story of the mutiny on board the Bounty, and follows the mutineers as they flee to a South Sea island, "their guilt-won Paradise." (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/the-island-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
written late career byron s narrative poem island tells famous story mutiny board bounty follows mutineers flee south sea island their guilt won paradise summary elizabeth klett p |
| 6380 |
6321 |
6893 |
They Call Me Carpenter |
Upton Sinclair |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
The story takes place in the fictional city of Western City circa 1920. It begins with a man named Billy who is attacked by a mob of ex-servicemen outside a theater after watching a German film. Billy stumbles into a church to escape the mob and is visited by Carpenter, that is Jesus, who walks out of the stained glass window of the church. Carpenter is shocked and appalled by his observations of greed, selfishness, lust, sorrow, and the ultimate division between rich and poor. The story then roughly follows the ministry of Jesus. (Summary from Wikipedia and modified by the Reader)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/they-call-me-carpenter-by-upton-sinclair/ |
story takes place fictional city western city circa 1920 begins man named billy attacked mob ex servicemen outside theater watching german film billy stumbles church escape mob visited carpenter jesus walks stained glass window church carpenter shocked appalled observations greed selfishness lust sorrow ultimate division rich poor story roughly follows ministry jesus summary wikipedia modified reader p |
| 6381 |
6322 |
6894 |
Creative Unity |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Memoirs, Modern |
<br />Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore talks of the many things he feels is necessary for creativity through joy of unity, he covers many topics like the creative ideal, makes comparisons of creativity between the east and the west, the spirit of freedom and about his idea of an University. (Summary by sidhu177) <br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/creative-unity-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
br gurudev rabindranath tagore talks many things feels necessary creativity joy unity covers many topics like creative ideal makes comparisons creativity east west spirit freedom idea university summary sidhu177 br br |
| 6382 |
6323 |
6895 |
Defenders |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
The terrible destruction of total nuclear war between the Western and Eastern Blocks has succeeded in sterilizing the surface of the earth. No living creature can now exist there and all humans on both sides, have fled to the hives built miles below the surface where they constantly work to produce the war materials necessary to carry on the battle. For 8 years now, the actual fighting between these super powers has been conducted by robots known as Ledeys since only they can sustain the terrible levels of radiation caused by the constant bombardment. They are the Defenders, standing between the combatants far below and ultimate victory or defeat. Life is hard in the tunnels, but liveable, while it is lethal on the surface. The ledeys keep the generals informed on everything through vids and pictures; but how can this continue? what will happen? Who will win? (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/the-defenders-by-philip_k-_dick-2/ |
terrible destruction total nuclear war western eastern blocks succeeded sterilizing surface earth living creature exist humans sides fled hives built miles surface constantly work produce war materials necessary carry battle 8 years now actual fighting super powers conducted robots known ledeys since sustain terrible levels radiation caused constant bombardment defenders standing combatants far ultimate victory defeat life hard tunnels liveable lethal surface ledeys keep generals informed everything vids pictures continue happen win summary phil chenevert p |
| 6383 |
6324 |
6896 |
Essays and Literary Studies |
Stephen Leacock |
Essays & Short Works, Humor, Literary Criticism |
A collection of wry looks at literature, education, and other social phenomena by Canadian humourist and economics professor, Stephen Leacock. (Summary by TriciaG) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/essays-and-literary-studies-by-stephen-leacock/ |
collection wry looks literature education social phenomena canadian humourist economics professor stephen leacock summary triciag p |
| 6384 |
6326 |
6898 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (abridged, version 2) |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice who falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world (Wonderland) populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre, and its narrative course and structure, characters and imagery have been enormously influential in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\n<br /><br />NOTE: This version of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is heavily abridged.<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-by-lewis-carroll-6/ |
alice s adventures wonderland commonly shortened alice wonderland 1865 novel written english author charles lutwidge dodgson pseudonym lewis carroll tells girl named alice falls rabbit hole fantasy world wonderland populated peculiar anthropomorphic creatures tale plays logic giving story lasting popularity adults well children considered one best examples literary nonsense genre narrative course structure characters imagery enormously influential popular culture literature especially fantasy genre summary wikipedia p br br note version alice s adventures wonderland heavily abridged p |
| 6385 |
6327 |
6899 |
Vera; or the Nihilists |
Oscar Wilde |
Plays |
Vera; or, The Nihilists is a play by Oscar Wilde. It is a melodramatic tragedy set in Russia and is loosely based on the story of Vera Zasulich. It was the first play that Wilde wrote. It was produced in the United Kingdom in 1880, and in New York in 1882, but it was not a success and folded in both cities. It is nowadays rarely revived. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Peter Sabouroff/Baron Raff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Vera Sabouroff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Michael: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br>General Kotemkin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Sergeant/Professor Marfa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Soldier/Aide-de-Camp: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Prisoner/Colonel of the Guard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Dmitri/Page/President of the Nihilists: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Alexis Ivanacievitch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7556">Alex Lau</a><br>Conspirator/Marquis de Poivrard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Conspirator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Ivan the Czar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Prince Paul Maraloffski: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Prince Petrovitch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/vera-or-the-nihilists-by-oscar-wilde/ |
vera or nihilists play oscar wilde melodramatic tragedy set russia loosely based story vera zasulich first play wilde wrote produced united kingdom 1880 new york 1882 success folded cities nowadays rarely revived summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br peter sabouroff baron raff a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br vera sabouroff a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br michael a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br general kotemkin a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br sergeant professor marfa a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br soldier aide de camp a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br prisoner colonel guard a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br dmitri page president nihilists a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br alexis ivanacievitch a href http librivox org reader 7556 alex lau a br conspirator marquis de poivrard a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br conspirator a href http librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br ivan czar a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br prince paul maraloffski a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br prince petrovitch a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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House Of Pomegranates |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A House of Pomegranates is a collection of fairy tales, written by Oscar Wilde, that was published as a second collection for The Happy Prince and Other Tales (1888). Wilde once said that this collection was "intended neither for the British child nor the British public."\n<br><br>\nThe stories included in this collection are as follows:<br><br>\nThe Young King<br><br>\nThe Birthday of the Infanta<br><br>\nThe Fisherman and his Soul<br><br>\nThe Star-Child (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-house-of-pomegranates/ |
house pomegranates collection fairy tales written oscar wilde published second collection happy prince tales 1888 wilde said collection intended neither british child british public br br stories included collection follows br br young king br br birthday infanta br br fisherman soul br br star child summary wikipedia br br |
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6329 |
6901 |
Autobiography of George Dewey |
George Dewey |
Memoirs |
Admiral George Dewey, United States Navy, is best remembered for his victory over the Spanish fleet at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War (1898). Written when Dewey was seventy-five years old and had served fifty-nine years in the navy, this book offers not only an excellent account of the famous naval battle in the Philippines, but also stories of the author’s many adventures during his long sea-going career, including some hair-raising experiences during the Civil War. (Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-george-dewey-by-george-dewey/ |
admiral george dewey united states navy best remembered victory spanish fleet battle manila bay spanish american war 1898 written dewey seventy five years old served fifty nine years navy book offers excellent account famous naval battle philippines also stories author s many adventures long sea going career including hair raising experiences civil war summary delmar h dolbier p |
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6902 |
Frau mit den Karfunkelsteinen |
Eugenie Marlitt |
Romance |
Eugenie Marlitt wird als erste Bestsellerautorin der Welt angesehen. Hauptsächlich durch ihre Romane steigerte sich die Abonnentenzahl der Zeitschrift Die Gartenlaube ab 1866 bis zur Mitte der 1880er Jahre von 100.000 auf etwa 400.000. <br><br>\n\nIn Haus der Fabrikantenfamilie Lamprecht geht der Geist einer lang verstorbenen Ahnin um, davon ist die Dienerschaft überzeugt. Doch noch ganz andere Geheimnisse verbergen sich hinter der großbürgerlichen Fassade. Zwischen Familienrücksichten und Standesdünkeln der Großmama findet die junge Heldin Margarete - die wilde Hummel - ihren Weg. Eine Perle der Unterhaltungsliteratur aus dem vorletzten Jahrhundert.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) </p> |
German |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/die-frau-mit-den-karfunkelsteinen-by-eugenie-marlitt/ |
eugenie marlitt wird als erste bestsellerautorin der welt angesehen hauptsächlich durch ihre romane steigerte sich die abonnentenzahl der zeitschrift die gartenlaube ab 1866 bis zur mitte der 1880er jahre von 100 000 auf etwa 400 000 br br haus der fabrikantenfamilie lamprecht geht der geist einer lang verstorbenen ahnin um davon ist die dienerschaft überzeugt doch noch ganz andere geheimnisse verbergen sich hinter der großbürgerlichen fassade zwischen familienrücksichten und standesdünkeln der großmama findet die junge heldin margarete die wilde hummel ihren weg eine perle der unterhaltungsliteratur aus dem vorletzten jahrhundert zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6903 |
Itinerary of John Leland in or About the Years 1535-1543 |
John Leland |
History , Travel & Geography, Exploration |
John Leland's 'Itinerary' was the product of several journeys around England and Wales undertaken between 1538 and 1543. The manuscript is made up of Leland's notebooks, which were first published in the 18th century, and later in a ten-part, five-volume edition published by Lucy Toulmin (1906-10). Part IX of the manuscript begins in the south of England and gradually meanders its way, county by county, through central and northern England up to the borders of Scotland. Leland did not prepare the manuscript for publication and it is sometimes difficult to follow, with occasional geographically-misplaced sections, lists of headings with content yet to be added, and the odd lapse into Latin. Part IX of the Itinerary will be of interest, nevertheless, to anyone with an interest in English history as an early form of the 'gazetteer', compiled at a time when the shape of the country as a whole was still a mystery to most of its inhabitants. Leland's spellings tend to be inconsistent and for the most part I have used modern pronunciations unless a consistent spelling clearly indicates a different pronunciation. I have also omitted or modified a few short passages that would be otherwise incomprehensible. (Summary by Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-itinerary-of-john-leland-by-john-leland/ |
john leland s itinerary product several journeys around england wales undertaken 1538 1543 manuscript made leland s notebooks first published 18th century later ten part five volume edition published lucy toulmin 1906 10 part ix manuscript begins south england gradually meanders way county county central northern england borders scotland leland prepare manuscript publication sometimes difficult follow occasional geographically misplaced sections lists headings content yet added odd lapse latin part ix itinerary interest nevertheless anyone interest english history early form gazetteer compiled time shape country whole still mystery inhabitants leland s spellings tend inconsistent part used modern pronunciations unless consistent spelling clearly indicates different pronunciation also omitted modified short passages would otherwise incomprehensible summary phil benson p |
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6906 |
Spinning-Wheel Stories |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction |
A group of stories-within-a-story, told in the classic Louisa May Alcott style.<br/><br/>\n\n<i>"I've a little cold," said the old lady, "and am too hoarse for talking, my dears; but Aunt Elinor has looked up a parcel of old tales that I've told her at different times and which she has written down. You will like to hear her reading better than my dull way of telling them, and I can help Minnie and Lotty with their work, for I see they are bent on learning to spin."<br/><br/>\n\nThe young folk were well pleased with grandma's proposal; for Aunt Nell was a favorite with all, being lively and kind and fond of children, and the only maiden aunt in the family. Now, she smilingly produced a faded old portfolio, and, turning over a little pile of manuscripts, said in her pleasant way:<br/><br/>\n\n"Here are all sorts, picked up in my travels at home and abroad; and in order to suit all of you, I have put the names on slips of paper into this basket, and each can draw one in turn. Does that please my distinguished audience?"</i><br/><br/>\n\n(Summary by TriciaG and from the book)<br/><br/> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/spinning-wheel-stories-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
group stories within a story told classic louisa may alcott style br br i i ve little cold said old lady and hoarse talking dears aunt elinor looked parcel old tales i ve told different times written down like hear reading better dull way telling them help minnie lotty work see bent learning spin br br young folk well pleased grandma s proposal aunt nell favorite all lively kind fond children maiden aunt family now smilingly produced faded old portfolio and turning little pile manuscripts said pleasant way br br here sorts picked travels home abroad order suit you put names slips paper basket draw one turn please distinguished audience i br br summary triciag book br br |
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Vida del escudero Marcos de Obregón |
Vicente Espinel |
General Fiction |
Las «Relaciones de la vida del escudero Marcos de Obregón» (1618) son una novela picaresca, provista de muchos elementos autobiográficos, narración más ágil que la de Mateo Alemán y, si bien no prescinde de moralizar, lo hace de forma que no enfada ni empalaga como la del sevillano. El mismo año de su publicación se imprimieron dos ediciones piratas en Barcelona y se hizo una traducción al francés que más tarde inspirará el Gil Blas de Santillana de Alain René Lesage. La versión inglesa fue realizada por Algernon Langton (Londres, 1816), la alemana la hizo Ludwig von Tieck (Breslau, 1827).</p><p>Vicente Gómez Martínez Espinel fue un escritor y músico español del Siglo de Oro. A partir de sus rimas de 1591, transformó la estructura de la décima, estrofa conocida también como espinela en su homenaje. En la música se hizo famoso por dar a la guitarra su quinta cuerda, añadiendo una cuerda más aguda - llamada Mi agudo o prima - a las cuatro existentes en aquel momento. Fue estudiante en Salamanca, soldado y escudero del Conde de Lemos. En Sevilla llevó una vida disipada y al margen de la ley. Se trasladó a Italia, fue apresado por los corsarios berberiscos y estuvo esclavizado en Argel hasta que le liberaron los genoveses. Marchó a Flandes de donde regresó a Milán y durante tres años recorrió toda la Lombardía, ya como soldado, ya como músico. Murieron sus padres y volvió a España desembarcando en Málaga, donde se arrepentió de su vida revuelta y se hizo sacerdote en 1589. Espinel tuvo entre sus discípulos a Lope de Vega, fue amigo de Cervantes, Góngora y Quevedo. (Resumen adaptado de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1618 |
https://librivox.org/vida-del-escudero-marcos-de-obregon-by-vicente-espinel/ |
las relaciones de la vida del escudero marcos de obregón 1618 son una novela picaresca provista de muchos elementos autobiográficos narración más ágil que la de mateo alemán y si bien prescinde de moralizar lo hace de forma que enfada ni empalaga como la del sevillano el mismo año de su publicación se imprimieron dos ediciones piratas en barcelona se hizo una traducción al francés que más tarde inspirará el gil blas de santillana de alain rené lesage la versión inglesa fue realizada por algernon langton londres 1816 la alemana la hizo ludwig von tieck breslau 1827 p p vicente gómez martínez espinel fue un escritor músico español del siglo de oro partir de sus rimas de 1591 transformó la estructura de la décima estrofa conocida también como espinela en su homenaje en la música se hizo famoso por dar la guitarra su quinta cuerda añadiendo una cuerda más aguda llamada mi agudo prima las cuatro existentes en aquel momento fue estudiante en salamanca soldado escudero del conde de lemos en sevilla llevó una vida disipada al margen de la ley se trasladó italia fue apresado por los corsarios berberiscos estuvo esclavizado en argel hasta que le liberaron los genoveses marchó flandes de donde regresó milán durante tres años recorrió toda la lombardía ya como soldado ya como músico murieron sus padres volvió españa desembarcando en málaga donde se arrepentió de su vida revuelta se hizo sacerdote en 1589 espinel tuvo entre sus discípulos lope de vega fue amigo de cervantes góngora quevedo resumen adaptado de wikipedia p |
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6908 |
Here, Take My Heart |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of Here, Take My Heart by Thomas Moore. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 29, 2012.<br><br> This weekly poem is one of the many love poems by the 19th-century Irish poet Thomas Moore. Some of his poems were composed. One of his best known poems is The Last Rose Of Summer. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/here-take-my-heart-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings here take heart thomas moore weekly poetry project july 29 2012 br br weekly poem one many love poems 19th century irish poet thomas moore poems composed one best known poems last rose summer summary stav nisser p |
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6909 |
Circular Study |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
In this well-plotted, character-driven mystery, Detective Gryce receives a cryptic message calling him to the scene of a “strange” crime. He soon finds that the adjective is correct, for in a quiet brownstone house in a respectable New York City neighborhood, he finds the body of a man brutally stabbed to death, yet lovingly laid out on the floor of his study. The only apparent witnesses are a deaf and dumb butler driven mad by the event, and a caged bird that sings out a vital but puzzling clue. Before he solves the crime, with the help of the redoubtable Miss Amelia Butterworth, Gryce must uncover a motive that spans generations and the passions that have kept it alive. Anna Katharine Green was a pioneering writer of detective fiction in the United States. Her first such novel, The Leavenworth Case, was published in 1878. She is credited with changing the genre by making her stories legally accurate. She invented the "girl detective." But her works remained popular because of their lively, twisting plots and the strong characters she developed. (Summary by Christine Dufour)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-circular-study-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
well plotted character driven mystery detective gryce receives cryptic message calling scene strange crime soon finds adjective correct quiet brownstone house respectable new york city neighborhood finds body man brutally stabbed death yet lovingly laid floor study apparent witnesses deaf dumb butler driven mad event caged bird sings vital puzzling clue solves crime help redoubtable miss amelia butterworth gryce must uncover motive spans generations passions kept alive anna katharine green pioneering writer detective fiction united states first novel leavenworth case published 1878 credited changing genre making stories legally accurate invented girl detective works remained popular lively twisting plots strong characters developed summary christine dufour p |
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6910 |
Treatise of Religion |
Fulke Greville |
Poetry, Religion |
Part diatribe, part discourse, part sermon and part stand-up comedy, this is Fulke Greville's 114 stanza, verse-poem about religious hypocrisy. (Summary by Michael Armenta) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-of-religion-by-fulke-greville/ |
part diatribe part discourse part sermon part stand up comedy fulke greville s 114 stanza verse poem religious hypocrisy summary michael armenta p |
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6911 |
Mystery of the Hasty Arrow |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
It is the noon hour at a museum in New York City. The date: May 23, 1913. The weekday, attendance is light; the attendees are scattered between two floors. Suddenly a cry rings out from the second floor. Scrambling to Section II, the museum director discovers a teenage girl dead with an arrow through her heart. An older woman hovers over her whispering incoherent phrases in the girl's ear and offering incomprehensible answers to the director's questions. She is the only witness to the crime, or accident, as the case may be. How will the feeble, 83 year-old Mr. Gryce unravel this mystery when this witness is apparently insane?<br><br>Anna Katharine Green was noted for her scientific approach to the murder mystery. In The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow she breaks more ground with her in-depth study of the psychological interplay between the murderer, the victim and the witnesses. Although more quietly paced, this mystery presents many elements of a current psychological thriller: blind ambition, narcissism, obsession and betrayal. Green adds a peculiar twist with the fact that two heartbroken relatives of the victim sacrifice virtually everything to protect the murderer.(Summary girlbooks/blog.com )</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-hasty-arrow-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
noon hour museum new york city date may 23 1913 weekday attendance light attendees scattered two floors suddenly cry rings second floor scrambling section ii museum director discovers teenage girl dead arrow heart older woman hovers whispering incoherent phrases girl s ear offering incomprehensible answers director s questions witness crime accident case may be feeble 83 year old mr gryce unravel mystery witness apparently insane br br anna katharine green noted scientific approach murder mystery mystery hasty arrow breaks ground in depth study psychological interplay murderer victim witnesses although quietly paced mystery presents many elements current psychological thriller blind ambition narcissism obsession betrayal green adds peculiar twist fact two heartbroken relatives victim sacrifice virtually everything protect murderer summary girlbooks blog com p |
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6934 |
Up One Pair of Stairs of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry, Short works |
Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems and engaging stories, this is the second volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for little ones. Originally published in the 1920's as a six volume set, these books, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, contained the best in children's literature, stories, poems and nursery rhymes. They progressed in difficulty through the different volumes. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/up-one-pair-of-stairs-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
full delightful fairy tales charming poems engaging stories second volume my bookhouse series little ones originally published 1920 s six volume set books edited olive beaupre miller contained best children s literature stories poems nursery rhymes progressed difficulty different volumes summary maria therese p |
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6340 |
6912 |
Half-Past Bedtime |
H. H. Bashford |
Children's Fiction |
Ah, the wonderful adventures of Marian after she meets the strange Mr. Jugg. "And who are you, Mr Jugg?" she inquired. "I'm the King of the Bumpies," he replied. When Marian was puzzled there came a little straight line, exactly in the middle, between her two eyebrows. "What are bumpies?" she said. "My hat!" he gasped. "Haven't you ever heard of bumpies?" Marian shook her head. "Oh dear, oh dear!" he sighed. "Have you ever heard of angels?" "Well, of course," said Marian. "Everybody's heard of angels." "Well then, bumpies," said Mr Jugg, "are baby angels. They're called bumpies till they've learned to fly." "I see," said Marian, "but why are they called bumpies?" "Because they bump," said Mr Jugg, "not knowing how." (Summary by Phil Chenevert and from the first chapter) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/half-past-bedtime-by-h-h-bashford/ |
ah wonderful adventures marian meets strange mr jugg and you mr jugg inquired i m king bumpies replied marian puzzled came little straight line exactly middle two eyebrows what bumpies said my hat gasped haven t ever heard bumpies marian shook head oh dear oh dear sighed have ever heard angels well course said marian everybody s heard angels well then bumpies said mr jugg are baby angels they re called bumpies till they ve learned fly i see said marian but called bumpies because bump said mr jugg not knowing how summary phil chenevert first chapter p |
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6913 |
Earth Spirit |
Frank Wedekind |
Plays |
Earth Spirit (1895) (Erdgeist) is a play by the German dramatist Frank Wedekind. It forms the first part of his pairing of 'Lulu' plays (the second is Pandora's Box [1904]), both of which depict a society "riven by the demands of lust and greed". Together with Pandora's Box, Wedekind's play formed the basis for the silent film Pandora's Box (1929) starring Louise Brooks and the opera Lulu by Alban Berg in 1935 (premiered posthumously in 1937). The eponymous "earth spirit" of this play is Lulu, who Wedekind described as a woman "created to stir up great disaster." Indeed, she is a purely sexual creature who scandalizes the community and drives men to ruin. The play has attracted a wide range of interpretations, from those who see it as misogynistic to those who claim Wedekind as a harbinger of women’s liberation. (Summary by Wikipedia and ChuckW)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Lulu: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Dr. Schon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Alva Schon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Dr. Goll/Schigolch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Schwartz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Prince Escerny/Ferdinand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Escherich/Narrator/Prologue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Rodrigo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>Hugenberg: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Countess Geschwitz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Henriette: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7656">Naomi Park</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Chuck Williamson and Elizabeth Klett<br>Pronunciation guide by Karlsson</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/earth-spirit-by-frank-wedekind/ |
earth spirit 1895 erdgeist play german dramatist frank wedekind forms first part pairing lulu plays the second pandora s box 1904 depict society riven demands lust greed together pandora s box wedekind s play formed basis silent film pandora s box 1929 starring louise brooks opera lulu alban berg 1935 premiered posthumously 1937 eponymous earth spirit play lulu wedekind described woman created stir great disaster indeed purely sexual creature scandalizes community drives men ruin play attracted wide range interpretations see misogynistic claim wedekind harbinger women s liberation summary wikipedia chuckw br br strong cast strong br lulu a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br dr schon a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br alva schon a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br dr goll schigolch a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br schwartz a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br prince escerny ferdinand a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br escherich narrator prologue a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br rodrigo a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br hugenberg a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br countess geschwitz a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br henriette a href http librivox org reader 7656 naomi park a br br strong audio edited chuck williamson elizabeth klett br pronunciation guide karlsson strong br br |
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6914 |
Pandora's Box |
Frank Wedekind |
Plays |
Pandora's Box (1904) (Die Büchse der Pandora) is a play by the German dramatist Frank Wedekind. It forms the second part of his pairing of 'Lulu' plays (the first is Earth Spirit [1895]), both of which depict a society "riven by the demands of lust and greed". G. W. Pabst directed a silent film version (Pandora's Box), which was loosely based on the play, in 1929. Both plays together also formed the basis for the opera Lulu by Alban Berg in 1935 (premiered posthumously in 1937). In the original manuscript, dating from 1894, the 'Lulu' drama was in five acts and subtitled 'A Monster Tragedy'. Wedekind subsequently divided the work into two plays: Earth Spirit (German: Erdgeist, first printed in 1895) and Pandora's Box (German: Die Büchse der Pandora). It is now customary in theatre performances to run the two plays together, in abridged form, under the title Lulu. Wedekind is known to have taken his inspiration from at least two sources: the pantomime Lulu by Félicien Champsaur, which he saw in Paris in the early 1890s, and the sex murders of Jack the Ripper in London in 1888. The premiere of Pandora's Box, a restricted performance due to difficulties with the censor, took place in Nuremberg on 1 February 1904. The 1905 Viennese premiere, again restricted, was instigated by the satirist Karl Kraus. In Vienna Lulu was played by Tilly Newes, later to become Wedekind's wife, with the part of Jack the Ripper played by Wedekind himself. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nLulu: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nAlva Schon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nSchigolch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />\nRodrigo Quast/Kungu Poti: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br />\nAlfred Hugenberg: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nCountess Geschwitz: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br />\nBianetta/Kadidia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally Mc</a><br />\nLudmilla Steinherz/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMagelone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br />\nCount Casti Piani: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nPuntschu: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br />\nHeilmann/Dr. Hilti: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />\nBob: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a><br />\nDetective: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7696">Grendel B. Lightyear</a><br />\nJack: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Chuck Williamson</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/pandoras-box-by-frank-wedekind/ |
pandora s box 1904 die büchse der pandora play german dramatist frank wedekind forms second part pairing lulu plays the first earth spirit 1895 depict society riven demands lust greed g w pabst directed silent film version pandora s box loosely based play 1929 plays together also formed basis opera lulu alban berg 1935 premiered posthumously 1937 original manuscript dating 1894 lulu drama five acts subtitled a monster tragedy wedekind subsequently divided work two plays earth spirit german erdgeist first printed 1895 pandora s box german die büchse der pandora customary theatre performances run two plays together abridged form title lulu wedekind known taken inspiration least two sources pantomime lulu félicien champsaur saw paris early 1890s sex murders jack ripper london 1888 premiere pandora s box restricted performance due difficulties censor took place nuremberg 1 february 1904 1905 viennese premiere restricted instigated satirist karl kraus vienna lulu played tilly newes later become wedekind s wife part jack ripper played wedekind himself summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br lulu a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br alva schon a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br schigolch a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br rodrigo quast kungu poti a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br alfred hugenberg a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br countess geschwitz a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br bianetta kadidia a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mc a br ludmilla steinherz narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br magelone a href http librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br count casti piani a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br puntschu a href http librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br heilmann dr hilti a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br bob a href http librivox org reader 7608 rookieblue a br detective a href http librivox org reader 7696 grendel b lightyear a br jack a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br br strong audio editing strong chuck williamson p |
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6343 |
6915 |
Short Poetry Collection 133 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-133/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers june 2014 p |
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6344 |
6916 |
Dangerous Days |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Detective Fiction |
Dangerous Days opens in a still neutral America, though within a year the country will have joined the European alliance against the Central Powers in the first world war. Clayton Spencer, a successful industrialist and owner of a munitions plant, finds himself facing several problems: not only anarchism and German sabotage, but also the prospect of a deteriorating marriage, and of a son who all too often shares his mother's frivolous and essentially self-concerned point of view. How far will America's entry into the war change such views? What will it mean for Spencer, for his family, and for his business?\n(Summary by Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/dangerous-days-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
dangerous days opens still neutral america though within year country joined european alliance central powers first world war clayton spencer successful industrialist owner munitions plant finds facing several problems anarchism german sabotage also prospect deteriorating marriage son often shares mother s frivolous essentially self concerned point view far america s entry war change views mean spencer family business summary nicholas clifford p |
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6345 |
6917 |
Carolina Chansons: Legends of the Low Country |
Hervey Allen |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems about Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry. DuBose Heyward was a Charleston native best known for his novel <i>Porgy</i>, which was the basis for the Gershwin opera <i>Porgy and Bess</i>. Hervey Allen, who later wrote <i>Anthony Adverse</i>, met Heyward after moving to Charleston to teach. Together they founded the Poetry Society of South Carolina, which is still active today. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/carolina-chansons-legends-of-the-low-country-by-dubose-heyward-and-hervey-allen/ |
collection poems charleston south carolina lowcountry dubose heyward charleston native best known novel i porgy i basis gershwin opera i porgy bess i hervey allen later wrote i anthony adverse i met heyward moving charleston teach together founded poetry society south carolina still active today summary laurie anne walden p |
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6353 |
6925 |
What Sami Sings With The Birds |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Old Mary Ann has done her best to bring up her son on her own. Like other relatives, her son has a longing to travel off over the mountains. Mary Ann goes with him. Later on her son marries, but loses his wife after she gives birth to their son. Mary Ann assumes responsibility of her grandson, while her son moves away in the agony of his grief. This is the story of what happens to her grandson and where his Grandmother, the songs of the birds, and his faith leads him. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/what-sami-sings-with-the-birds-by-johanna-spyri/ |
old mary ann done best bring son own like relatives son longing travel mountains mary ann goes him later son marries loses wife gives birth son mary ann assumes responsibility grandson son moves away agony grief story happens grandson grandmother songs birds faith leads him summary daryl wor p |
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6346 |
6918 |
Hippolytus |
Euripides |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Tragedy |
Eurpides' tragedy tells of Theseus' chaste son Hippolytus, who refuses to worship Aphrodite in favor of Artemis. Aphrodite gets revenge by causing Hippolytus' stepmother Phaedra to fall in love with him, unleashing a chain of tragic events. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Aphrodite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Theseus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Phaedra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Hippolytus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Nurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Henchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6446">Bob Gonzalez</a><br>Artemis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Chorus leader: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7656">Naomi Park</a><br>Chorus 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Chorus 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1295">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Chorus 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Old Huntsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2961">Leni</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/hippolytus-by-euripides/ |
eurpides tragedy tells theseus chaste son hippolytus refuses worship aphrodite favor artemis aphrodite gets revenge causing hippolytus stepmother phaedra fall love him unleashing chain tragic events summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br aphrodite a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br theseus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br phaedra a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br hippolytus a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br nurse a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br henchman a href http librivox org reader 6446 bob gonzalez a br artemis a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br chorus leader a href http librivox org reader 7656 naomi park a br chorus 1 a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br chorus 2 a href http librivox org reader 1295 elizabeth klett a br chorus 3 a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br old huntsman a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2961 leni a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6347 |
6919 |
Short Poetry Collection 111 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-111-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers august 2012 br br |
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6348 |
6920 |
Across The Years |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
These 18 wonderful short stories by Eleanor H. Porter, the author of Pollyanna, deal with those marvelous and maddeningly frustrating creatures: human beings. As always, Porter describes real people with sensitivity and an insight into all of their variety that makes you say "I knew someone just like that". She is able to capture the faded, but not quite extinguished, dreams of the elderly and the bright hopes of youth. The theme of this collection is how we humans deal with life and love throughout our lives, "Across the Years", no matter where we are or what era we live in. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/across-the-years-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
18 wonderful short stories eleanor h porter author pollyanna deal marvelous maddeningly frustrating creatures human beings always porter describes real people sensitivity insight variety makes say i knew someone like that able capture faded quite extinguished dreams elderly bright hopes youth theme collection humans deal life love throughout lives across years matter era live in summary phil chenevert p |
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6349 |
6921 |
Kipps |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction |
Arthur Kipps, an orphaned draper’s assistant of humble means, unexpectedly inherits a large sum of money and that is when all his troubles begin. Wanting to marry above his social class, he has to learn how to lead a genteel life, but that is too much for him. You would think that his decision to revert to Ann, his boyhood love, would solve his problems and bring him back to earth and contentment. But even now the consequences of being wealthy are not easy to live with.</p>\n\nA poignant tale about ambition and social class in England in the early 20th century by H.G. Wells, a master of this genre, who drew on features of his own life to provide some of the material (Summary by Anthony) <p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/kipps-by-h-g-wells/ |
arthur kipps orphaned draper s assistant humble means unexpectedly inherits large sum money troubles begin wanting marry social class learn lead genteel life much him would think decision revert ann boyhood love would solve problems bring back earth contentment even consequences wealthy easy live with p poignant tale ambition social class england early 20th century h g wells master genre drew features life provide material summary anthony p |
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6350 |
6922 |
Quatrains of Omar Khayyam of Nishapur |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry, Philosophy, Other religions |
In 1906, Eben Francis Thompson,scholar and poet, published a limited edition of his translation of the Quatrains of Omar Khayyam. This edition contains 878 quatrains, and represents the most extensive translation of Omar's rubai in any language.<br><br>In the Introduction, Nathan Haskell Dole writes: Mr Thompson has put into English verse this whole body of Persian poetry. It is a marvel of close translation, accurate and satisfactory. He has succeeded in doing exactly what he set out to do - to add nothing and to take nothing away, but to put into the typical quatrain, as determined by Fitzgerald and others, exactly what Omar and his unknown imitators said. (Summary by Algy Pug)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Algy Pug and Bev J. Stevens.<br><br> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/quatrains-of-omar-khayyam-of-nishapur-by-omar-khayyam/ |
1906 eben francis thompson scholar poet published limited edition translation quatrains omar khayyam edition contains 878 quatrains represents extensive translation omar s rubai language br br in introduction nathan haskell dole writes mr thompson put english verse whole body persian poetry marvel close translation accurate satisfactory succeeded exactly set add nothing take nothing away put typical quatrain determined fitzgerald others exactly omar unknown imitators said summary algy pug br br this project proof listened algy pug bev j stevens br br |
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6351 |
6923 |
Channings |
Mrs. Henry Wood |
General Fiction, Romance |
This is a saga about life in a small town in England during the Victorian era. The "stars" of this saga are the Channings. Mr. Channing was ill and, because of his poverty, his six children have to work. Many things happen during this saga: a man confesses to a theft which he thinks his brother did, a lady is engaged to a gentleman much above her station, and so much more. But in the middle of all this you can find plenty of family love. (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-channings-by-ellen-wood/ |
saga life small town england victorian era stars saga channings mr channing ill and poverty six children work many things happen saga man confesses theft thinks brother did lady engaged gentleman much station much more middle find plenty family love summary stav nisser p |
| 6410 |
6352 |
6924 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 2 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Clarissa, or, the History of a Young Lady is an epistolary novel by Samuel Richardson, published in 1748. It tells the tragic story of a heroine whose quest for virtue is continually thwarted by her family, and is the longest real novel in the English language. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-vol-2-by-samuel-richardson/ |
clarissa or history young lady epistolary novel samuel richardson published 1748 tells tragic story heroine whose quest virtue continually thwarted family longest real novel english language summary wikipedia p |
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6354 |
6926 |
Betty Wales, Freshman |
Margaret Warde |
General Fiction |
First published in 1904, Betty Wales Freshman is the first book in an 8 volume series that follows Betty and her classmates throughout college and beyond. It takes place at Harding in New England (NOT to be confused with the Arkansas university) based on the author's time at Smith College in Massachusetts. Some humour and frivolity ensue as well as interpersonal drama among Betty and her many peers. And of course, the usual fascination with basketball that tends to run the gamut in the bountiful supply of books about most boarding school girls. (The popularity of this series inspired product placement by a dressmakers company.) (Summary by Daryl Wor)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/betty-wales-freshman-by-margaret-warde/ |
first published 1904 betty wales freshman first book 8 volume series follows betty classmates throughout college beyond takes place harding new england not confused arkansas university based author s time smith college massachusetts humour frivolity ensue well interpersonal drama among betty many peers course usual fascination basketball tends run gamut bountiful supply books boarding school girls the popularity series inspired product placement dressmakers company summary daryl wor p |
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6355 |
6928 |
Thorstein of the Mere: A Saga of the Northmen in Lakeland |
William Gershom Collingwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />A fine adventure set in 10th-century England at a time when everyday life in north was made hazardous by wars and shifting alliances among Saxon, British and Norse rulers. Thorstein, like his father Swein before him, is a peaceful Norse settler but brave and ready for battle when the time comes. His adventures as child and man will appeal to younger listeners, while older listeners can enjoy a history lesson into the bargain. W. G. Collingwood, artist and antiquarian, set the story in his adopted home of the Lake District, placing Thorstein's settlement at Greenodd on the southern shores of Cumbria and much of the action among the densely forested valleys and open moorland heights to the north - a much wilder region then than it is today. (Summary by Phil Benson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/thorstein-of-the-mere-a-saga-of-the-northmen-in-lakeland-by-william-gershom-collingwood/ |
br a fine adventure set 10th century england time everyday life north made hazardous wars shifting alliances among saxon british norse rulers thorstein like father swein him peaceful norse settler brave ready battle time comes adventures child man appeal younger listeners older listeners enjoy history lesson bargain w g collingwood artist antiquarian set story adopted home lake district placing thorstein s settlement greenodd southern shores cumbria much action among densely forested valleys open moorland heights north much wilder region today summary phil benson br br |
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6356 |
6929 |
Confessions of Arsene Lupin |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A collection of nine stories - or confessions - of the celebrated gentleman thief Arsene Lupin. (Summary by Cathy Barratt) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-confessions-of-arsene-lupin-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
collection nine stories confessions celebrated gentleman thief arsene lupin summary cathy barratt p |
| 6414 |
6357 |
6930 |
Vixen |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction, Romance |
<br />This is an exquisite and heartbreaking love story. Violet Tempest and Roderick Vawdrey, otherwise known to each other as Vixen and Rorie, are childhood sweethearts. However, Rorie's family wants him to marry elsewhere. You may think it is the old story all over again, but nothing in this novel is what it seems. It is far too realistic for that. Many books talk about falling in love. This book starts after that stage, and speaks about the harder stage of a relationship: loving earnestly but understanding that love - even in the truest and purest sense - is not everything in life. There are duties to fulfil, and they might have nothing to do with love. Family life plays a large role in this novel, and it is not always warm and good. Many of the characters are strong and complicated. The novel has some feminist ideas, but they have boundaries, and are presented side by side with the conventional ideas of the times. But the signs of change are there... loud and clear. (Summary by Stav Nisser) <br /><br /> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/vixen-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
br this exquisite heartbreaking love story violet tempest roderick vawdrey otherwise known vixen rorie childhood sweethearts however rorie s family wants marry elsewhere may think old story again nothing novel seems far realistic that many books talk falling love book starts stage speaks harder stage relationship loving earnestly understanding love even truest purest sense everything life duties fulfil might nothing love family life plays large role novel always warm good many characters strong complicated novel feminist ideas boundaries presented side side conventional ideas times signs change there loud clear summary stav nisser br br |
| 6415 |
6358 |
6931 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 3, 1848 to 1853 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short works |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. (Summary by Kristingj)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-3-1848-to-1853-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
| 6416 |
6359 |
6932 |
Caspar Hauser oder die Trägheit des Herzens |
Jakob Wassermann |
Published 1900 onward |
Ein Roman über den berühmten Findling Kaspar Hauser (angeblich: 30.4.1812 - 17. 12. 1833 in Ansbach) wurde in der Biedermeierzeit als rätselhafter Findling bekannt. Hauser taucht am 26. Mai 1828 in Nürnberg als etwa 16-jähriger, geistig anscheinend zurückgebliebener und wenig redender Jugendlicher auf. Durch seine Aussagen, dass er, solange er denken könne, bei Wasser und Brot immer ganz allein in einem dunklen Raum gefangen gehalten worden sei, erregt er großes Aufsehen. Ein Gerücht kolportierte, Hauser sei der 1812 geborene Erbprinz von Baden, den man gegen einen sterbenden Säugling getauscht und beiseite geschafft habe, um einer Nebenlinie des badischen Fürstenhauses die Thronfolge zu ermöglichen... Die Honoratioren der Stadt reichen ihn als Kuriosum herum. Bis schließlich mehrere Anschläge auf sein Leben verübt werden ... (Zusammenfassung von wikipedia und crowwings)</p> |
German |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/caspar-hauser-oder-die-traegheit-des-herzens-by-jakob-wassermann/ |
ein roman über den berühmten findling kaspar hauser angeblich 30 4 1812 17 12 1833 ansbach wurde der biedermeierzeit als rätselhafter findling bekannt hauser taucht 26 mai 1828 nürnberg als etwa 16 jähriger geistig anscheinend zurückgebliebener und wenig redender jugendlicher auf durch seine aussagen dass er solange er denken könne bei wasser und brot immer ganz allein einem dunklen raum gefangen gehalten worden sei erregt er großes aufsehen ein gerücht kolportierte hauser sei der 1812 geborene erbprinz von baden den man gegen einen sterbenden säugling getauscht und beiseite geschafft habe um einer nebenlinie des badischen fürstenhauses die thronfolge zu ermöglichen die honoratioren der stadt reichen ihn als kuriosum herum bis schließlich mehrere anschläge auf sein leben verübt werden zusammenfassung von wikipedia und crowwings p |
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6362 |
6935 |
Are The Children at Home? |
Margaret Elizabeth Sangster |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Are The Children at Home? by Margaret Elizabeth Sangster. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 5, 2012.<br><br>Margaret Elizabeth Sangster was an American poet, author, and editor. She was popular in the late 19th and early 20th century. Among Sangster's prose works are several volumes of stories for children, and of these, Little Jamie was written when she was seventeen years old. Hours with Girls and Winsome Womanhood were her most popular works. Her volumes of poetry include, Poems of the Household, Home Fairies and Heart Flowers, On the Road Home and Easter Bells (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/are-the-children-at-home-by-margaret-sangster/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings children home margaret elizabeth sangster fortnightly poetry project august 5 2012 br br margaret elizabeth sangster american poet author editor popular late 19th early 20th century among sangster s prose works several volumes stories children these little jamie written seventeen years old hours girls winsome womanhood popular works volumes poetry include poems household home fairies heart flowers road home easter bells summary wikipedia p |
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6363 |
6936 |
Hound of the Baskervilles (version 4) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Literary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Hound of the Baskervilles is the third of the four crime novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring the detective Sherlock Holmes. Originally serialised in The Strand Magazine from August 1901 to April 1902, it is set largely on Dartmoor in Devon in England's West Country and tells the story of an attempted murder inspired by the legend of a fearsome, diabolical hound of supernatural origin. Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson investigate the case. This was the first appearance of Holmes since his intended death in "The Final Problem", and the success of The Hound of the Baskervilles led to the character's eventual revival. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-version-4-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
hound baskervilles third four crime novels written sir arthur conan doyle featuring detective sherlock holmes originally serialised strand magazine august 1901 april 1902 set largely dartmoor devon england s west country tells story attempted murder inspired legend fearsome diabolical hound supernatural origin sherlock holmes companion dr watson investigate case first appearance holmes since intended death the final problem success hound baskervilles led character s eventual revival summary wikipedia p |
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6364 |
6937 |
Woman's Prize, or the Tamer Tamed |
John Fletcher |
Comedy |
John Fletcher's comedy (probably written and performed around 1611) is a sequel to Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, in which, as the title suggests, the tamer will be tamed. Petruchio, the shrew-tamer, has been widowed, and marries a second wife, Maria, a "chaste witty lady." At the instigation of her cousin Bianca, and with the fellowship of her sister Livia, Maria decides to go on strike for equal rights, refusing to behave as a proper 17th century wife. Fletcher's play addresses the issue of men and women's roles within marriage, a controversial issue for his day. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator/Bianca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Moroso: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>Tranio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Sophocles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Jaques: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7500">Cliff Thompson</a><br>Rowland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Livia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Maria: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Petruchio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6248">Kevin Green</a><br>Petronius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Pedro: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>First Maid/Country Wife/Doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Second Maid/City Wife/Second Watch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Third Maid/First Watch/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1647 |
https://librivox.org/the-womans-prize-or-the-tamer-tamed-by-john-fletcher/ |
john fletcher s comedy probably written performed around 1611 sequel shakespeare s taming shrew which title suggests tamer tamed petruchio shrew tamer widowed marries second wife maria chaste witty lady instigation cousin bianca fellowship sister livia maria decides go strike equal rights refusing behave proper 17th century wife fletcher s play addresses issue men women s roles within marriage controversial issue day summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator bianca a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br moroso a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br tranio a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br sophocles a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br jaques a href http librivox org reader 7500 cliff thompson a br rowland a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br livia a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br maria a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br petruchio a href http librivox org reader 6248 kevin green a br petronius a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pedro a href http librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br first maid country wife doctor a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br second maid city wife second watch a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br third maid first watch servant a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6365 |
6938 |
Sterben |
Arthur Schnitzler |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Felix, Hypochonder und Patient bei seinem Freund, dem Arzt Alfred, hält sich für todsterbenskrank. Also will er Gewissheit und holt eine zweite Meinung ein. Ergebnis: er habe noch ein Jahr zu leben. Seine Geliebte Marie verzweifelt; will sich sogleich zusammen mit Felix das Leben nehmen. Der Kranke winkt ab - ändert dann aber seine Meinung, ebenso wie Marie ...? Zusammenfassung von crowwings </p> |
German |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/sterben-by-arthur-schnitzler/ |
felix hypochonder und patient bei seinem freund dem arzt alfred hält sich für todsterbenskrank also er gewissheit und holt eine zweite meinung ein ergebnis er habe noch ein jahr zu leben seine geliebte marie verzweifelt sich sogleich zusammen mit felix das leben nehmen der kranke winkt ab ändert dann aber seine meinung ebenso wie marie zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
| 6421 |
6366 |
6939 |
Encantadas or Enchanted Isles |
Herman Melville |
General Fiction |
The Encantadas or Enchanted Isles is a novella by American author Herman Melville. First published in Putnam's Magazine in 1854, it consists of ten philosophical "Sketches" on the Encantadas, or Galápagos Islands. It was collected in The Piazza Tales in 1856. The Encantadas was to become the most critically successful of that collection. All of the stories are replete with symbolism reinforcing the cruelty of life on the Encantadas. (Introduction excerpted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-encantadas-or-enchanted-isles-by-herman-melville/ |
encantadas enchanted isles novella american author herman melville first published putnam s magazine 1854 consists ten philosophical sketches encantadas galápagos islands collected piazza tales 1856 encantadas become critically successful collection stories replete symbolism reinforcing cruelty life encantadas introduction excerpted wikipedia p |
| 6422 |
6367 |
6940 |
孫子兵法 (The Art of War) |
Sun Tzu 孙武 |
War & Military, Philosophy, Ancient |
《孙子兵法》是从战国时期成书以来,就一直风靡流传的军事著作。古今中外的军事家们都使用其中论述的军事理论来指导战争,而且,其中论述的基本理论和思想还被运用到了现代经营决策和社会管理方面。总结《孙子兵法》全书,我们可以看到其中有四个主要思想贯穿于始终,即整体思维的战争论、唯物主义的战争观、对立统一的辩证法和知己知彼的认识论。《孙子兵法》是现存的中国古代的第一部理论体系完整的兵书,被尊称为“世界第一兵书”、“兵学圣典”,被定为武学的教范,而兵法家苏武,则被尊为“百世兵家之师”、“东方兵学的鼻祖”。自先秦以来,历代帝王将相、文臣武士、学者隐士都从中汲取思想养料和谋略智慧。(来源:中华诵读网 Source: http://www.songdu.net)<br><br>\nCompiled approximately during the late Spring and Autumn period of Ancient Chines (722-481 BC). The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise attributed to Sun Wu, comprised of 13 chapters, each of which is devoted to one aspect of warfare. It has been the most famous and influential of China's Seven Military Classics, and it has had an influence on Eastern and Western military thinking, business tactics, legal strategy, and beyond. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-war-chinese-by-sun-tzu/ |
孙子兵法 是从战国时期成书以来 就一直风靡流传的军事著作 古今中外的军事家们都使用其中论述的军事理论来指导战争 而且 其中论述的基本理论和思想还被运用到了现代经营决策和社会管理方面 总结 孙子兵法 全书 我们可以看到其中有四个主要思想贯穿于始终 即整体思维的战争论 唯物主义的战争观 对立统一的辩证法和知己知彼的认识论 孙子兵法 是现存的中国古代的第一部理论体系完整的兵书 被尊称为 世界第一兵书 兵学圣典 被定为武学的教范 而兵法家苏武 则被尊为 百世兵家之师 东方兵学的鼻祖 自先秦以来 历代帝王将相 文臣武士 学者隐士都从中汲取思想养料和谋略智慧 来源 中华诵读网 source http www songdu net br br compiled approximately late spring autumn period ancient chines 722 481 bc art war ancient chinese military treatise attributed sun wu comprised 13 chapters devoted one aspect warfare famous influential china s seven military classics influence eastern western military thinking business tactics legal strategy beyond summary wikipedia p |
| 6423 |
7422 |
8029 |
Murder Madness |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Murder Madness! Seven Secret Service men had completely disappeared. Another had been found a screaming, homicidal maniac, whose fingers writhed like snakes. So Bell, of the secret "Trade," plunges into South America after The Master--the mighty, unknown octopus of power whose diabolical poison threatens a continent! (Summary by Murray Leinster)<p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/murder-madness-by-murray-leinster/ |
murder madness seven secret service men completely disappeared another found screaming homicidal maniac whose fingers writhed like snakes bell secret trade plunges south america master the mighty unknown octopus power whose diabolical poison threatens continent summary murray leinster p |
| 6424 |
6368 |
6941 |
Dombey en Zoon |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Romance |
De trotse Dombey, eigenaar van het handelskantoor 'Dombey en zoon', heeft zich als doel in zijn leven gesteld zich in zijn bedrijf te laten opvolgen door zijn zoon. Pas nadat hij zijn zoon, zijn geld, zijn vrouw, zijn tweede vrouw en zijn bedrijf is kwijtgeraakt ontdekt hij wat belangrijk in het leven is. Een roman over trots en vrouwenemancipatie. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/dombey-en-zoon-by-charles-dickens/ |
de trotse dombey eigenaar van het handelskantoor dombey en zoon heeft zich als doel zijn leven gesteld zich zijn bedrijf te laten opvolgen door zijn zoon pas nadat hij zijn zoon zijn geld zijn vrouw zijn tweede vrouw en zijn bedrijf kwijtgeraakt ontdekt hij wat belangrijk het leven is een roman trots en vrouwenemancipatie samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
| 6425 |
6369 |
6942 |
Mädchen vom Moorhof |
Selma Lagerlöf |
General Fiction |
Dies ist eine der schönsten Erzählungen der schwedischen Dichterin und Nobelpreisträgerin. Mit Demut und opferbereiter Liebe überwindet die junge Magd Helga die stolze und hartherzige Ablehnung und die Vorurteile ihrer Mitmenschen.\nHelga stammt aus einfachsten Verhältnissen und ist von ihrem Dienstherrn, einem verheirateten Bauern, schwanger geworden. Dann hat dieser sie fortgeschickt, und er leugnet hartnäckig, sich mit ihr eingelassen zu haben. Von den Bewohnern des Dorfes verachtet und ohne Anstellung weiß sie nicht, wie sie sich und ihr uneheliches Kind durchbringen soll, und will ihrem Leben ein Ende setzen. Doch in diesem Moment kommt Gudmund, der gutaussehende Sohn des besser gestellten Nachbarn, um ihr im Auftrag seiner Mutter, die Mitleid mit dem Mädchen hat, eine Stellung auf ihrem Hof anzubieten. \nAllerdings ist Gudmund verlobt mit Hildur, der Tochter des Amtmanns, und diese will nicht mit "so einer" unter einem Dache wohnen, so dass Helga bald wieder fort muss. \nWie sich die Dinge entwickeln und wie Helga handelt, als schließlich die geplante Hochzeit von Hildur und Gudmund wegen eines auf Gudmund lastenden Mordverdachtes zu platzen droht, ist überaus fein gesponnen und ebenso empfindsam wie spannend erzählt. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/das-madchen-vom-moorhof-by-selma-lagerlof/ |
dies ist eine der schönsten erzählungen der schwedischen dichterin und nobelpreisträgerin mit demut und opferbereiter liebe überwindet die junge magd helga die stolze und hartherzige ablehnung und die vorurteile ihrer mitmenschen helga stammt aus einfachsten verhältnissen und ist von ihrem dienstherrn einem verheirateten bauern schwanger geworden dann hat dieser sie fortgeschickt und er leugnet hartnäckig sich mit ihr eingelassen zu haben von den bewohnern des dorfes verachtet und ohne anstellung weiß sie nicht wie sie sich und ihr uneheliches kind durchbringen soll und ihrem leben ein ende setzen doch diesem moment kommt gudmund der gutaussehende sohn des besser gestellten nachbarn um ihr im auftrag seiner mutter die mitleid mit dem mädchen hat eine stellung auf ihrem hof anzubieten allerdings ist gudmund verlobt mit hildur der tochter des amtmanns und diese nicht mit so einer unter einem dache wohnen dass helga bald wieder fort muss wie sich die dinge entwickeln und wie helga handelt als schließlich die geplante hochzeit von hildur und gudmund wegen eines auf gudmund lastenden mordverdachtes zu platzen droht ist überaus fein gesponnen und ebenso empfindsam wie spannend erzählt zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 6426 |
6370 |
6943 |
Wuthering Heights (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Emily Brontë |
Dramatic Readings |
The story centers on the all-encompassing, passionate, but ultimately doomed love between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, and how this unresolved passion eventually destroys them and the people around them. There are differing opinions on whether this is the ultimate love story or the ultimate story of revenge. (Summary by Wikipedia and Amanda Friday)<br/><br/>\n<strong>Cast</strong><br>Mr. Lockwood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Heathcliff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Catherine Earnshaw/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Ellen Dean: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6689">Tiffany Halla Colonna</a><br>Joseph: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Edgar Linton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Isabella Linton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Hindley Earnshaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Hareton Earnshaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Cathy Linton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Linton Heathcliff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Frances: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mr. Kenneth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Zillah: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Jabez Branderham/Ostler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Mr. Earnshaw: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br>Robert: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Mr. Linton/Laborer/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7641">Moromis</a><br>Mrs. Linton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Mary: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Housekeeper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Herd Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Donna Winters</a><br>Old Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally Mc</a><br>Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Todd</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/wuthering-heights-dramatic-reading-by-emily-bronte/ |
story centers all encompassing passionate ultimately doomed love catherine earnshaw heathcliff unresolved passion eventually destroys people around them differing opinions whether ultimate love story ultimate story revenge summary wikipedia amanda friday br br strong cast strong br mr lockwood a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br heathcliff a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br catherine earnshaw narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ellen dean a href http librivox org reader 6689 tiffany halla colonna a br joseph a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br edgar linton a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br isabella linton a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br hindley earnshaw a href http librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br hareton earnshaw a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br cathy linton a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br linton heathcliff a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br frances a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mr kenneth a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br zillah a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br jabez branderham ostler a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br mr earnshaw a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br robert a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br mr linton laborer servant a href http librivox org reader 7641 moromis a br mrs linton a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br mary a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br housekeeper a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br herd boy a href http librivox org reader 6548 donna winters a br old woman a href http librivox org reader 4706 sally mc a br boy a href http librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br br strong audio edited todd strong br br |
| 6427 |
6371 |
6944 |
Børnene i Nyskoven |
Frederick Marryat |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Handlingen foregår i 1600-tallet under den Engelske borgerkrig. Fire forældreløse adelsbørn må flygte fra deres brændende gods, og skjule sig i en nærtliggende skov. Her må de fire lære at jage og at dyrke jorden for at overleve. Edward, den ældste, har dog svært ved at acceptere deres tilværelse, og higer efter at deltage i krigen for at hjælpe kongen. (Summary by Lulularsen) |
Danish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/bornene-i-nyskoven-by-frederick-marryat/ |
handlingen foregår 1600 tallet den engelske borgerkrig fire forældreløse adelsbørn må flygte fra deres brændende gods og skjule sig en nærtliggende skov må de fire lære jage og dyrke jorden overleve edward den ældste har dog svært ved acceptere deres tilværelse og higer efter deltage krigen hjælpe kongen summary lulularsen |
| 6428 |
6372 |
6945 |
Perfumed Garden |
Sheikh Nefzaoui |
Erotica, Romance, *Non-fiction |
A fifteenth-century Arabic sex manual and work of erotic literature. The book presents opinions on what qualities men and women should have to be attractive, gives advice on sexual technique, warnings about sexual health, and recipes to remedy sexual maladies. It gives lists of names for the penis and vagina, has a section on the interpretation of dreams, and briefly describes sex among animals. Interspersed with these there are a number of stories which are intended to give context and amusement. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1420 |
https://librivox.org/the-perfumed-garden-by-sheikh-nefzaoui/ |
fifteenth century arabic sex manual work erotic literature book presents opinions qualities men women attractive gives advice sexual technique warnings sexual health recipes remedy sexual maladies gives lists names penis vagina section interpretation dreams briefly describes sex among animals interspersed number stories intended give context amusement summary wikipedia p |
| 6429 |
6373 |
6946 |
Little House in the Fairy Wood |
Ethel Cook Eliot |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
A lonely boy is taken in by the friendly inhabitants of a little house in the woods. Through this adventure, he finds the fairy folk, nature, and happiness. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-house-in-the-fairy-wood-by-ethel-cook-eliot/ |
lonely boy taken friendly inhabitants little house woods adventure finds fairy folk nature happiness summary a gramour p |
| 6430 |
6374 |
6947 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 018 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-018-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 6431 |
6375 |
6948 |
Dark Moon |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Science Fiction |
Mysterious, dark, out of the unknown deep comes a new satellite to lure three courageous Earthlings on to strange adventures. (Summary by Charles Diffin) </p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/dark-moon-by-charles-w-diffin/ |
mysterious dark unknown deep comes new satellite lure three courageous earthlings strange adventures summary charles diffin p |
| 6432 |
7889 |
8506 |
Mother West Wind "How" Stories |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Peter Rabbit has many questions. How did Howler the Wolf get his name? How did Lightfoot the Deer learn to jump? How did Drummer the Woodpecker come by his red cap? When Peter asks Grandfather Frog, Grandfather Frog tells him a story of long ago. This book is a collection of those stories told by Grandfather Frog and many others. - Summary by EstherbenSimonides</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-wind-how-stories-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
peter rabbit many questions howler wolf get name lightfoot deer learn jump drummer woodpecker come red cap peter asks grandfather frog grandfather frog tells story long ago book collection stories told grandfather frog many others summary estherbensimonides p |
| 6433 |
6376 |
6949 |
Life and Adventures of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The novel begins with the arrival of a family staking a claim in the black delta of the Deep South. Whitlaw is a brutish sort who bullies his cowering wife into working herself to death. Shortly after giving birth to a strapping man-child, the wife, Portia, dutifully dies. Her sister-in-law, Clio, takes over the responsibilities of raising the young Whitlaw and tending to every need and whim of her brother. Jonathan Jefferson grows up to be shrewd, conniving, and sly, driven – as Trollope thought most Americans were – by a compulsion for financial success. He and his father build up a prosperous store, selling to boats coming down the Mississippi. Jonathan meets Colonel Dart on one of his river trips, who decides to mentor him into becoming his personal confidential clerk. Translated, this means that Jonathan will be expected to spy on the slaves to make sure that they are not slacking, stealing, or conspiring to murder the Dart family. Once the Whitlaws are resituated in an area called Mount Etna, near Natchez, they meet the Steinmark family. These are immigrants from Bavaria who are in Trollope’s story as exemplars of farmers who can run a large, successful operation without slaves. The Whitlaws look down on them because according to their code, having slaves is a status symbol. To the Steinmarks, having slaves is an abomination against God, and at risk to their own lives, they give sanctuary to slave refugees.Jonathan’s philosophy is that in America, every man should be free to do whatever he pleases. Accordingly, he is quite the hedonist. Of course, slaves are not considered men, and white women are not considered a part of mankind. He is rather astounded then when Steinmark’s only daughter, Lotte, refuses to marry him. Piqued, he intends to take by force Phebe, an attractive, light-skinned, devoutly religious young slave. His efforts are thwarted by Old Juno, the ancient slave matriarch of the plantation. She is able to control Whitlaw through his terror of her supernatural powers. (Summary by Michele Eaton) </p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-jonathan-jefferson-whitlaw-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
novel begins arrival family staking claim black delta deep south whitlaw brutish sort bullies cowering wife working death shortly giving birth strapping man child wife portia dutifully dies sister in law clio takes responsibilities raising young whitlaw tending every need whim brother jonathan jefferson grows shrewd conniving sly driven trollope thought americans compulsion financial success father build prosperous store selling boats coming mississippi jonathan meets colonel dart one river trips decides mentor becoming personal confidential clerk translated means jonathan expected spy slaves make sure slacking stealing conspiring murder dart family whitlaws resituated area called mount etna near natchez meet steinmark family immigrants bavaria trollope s story exemplars farmers run large successful operation without slaves whitlaws look according code slaves status symbol steinmarks slaves abomination god risk lives give sanctuary slave refugees jonathan s philosophy america every man free whatever pleases accordingly quite hedonist course slaves considered men white women considered part mankind rather astounded steinmark s daughter lotte refuses marry him piqued intends take force phebe attractive light skinned devoutly religious young slave efforts thwarted old juno ancient slave matriarch plantation able control whitlaw terror supernatural powers summary michele eaton p |
| 6434 |
6377 |
6950 |
Ehestandstragödie |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Eine reiche Witwe heiratet einen Gentleman ohne Vermögen. Bald schon kommt es zum Streit zwischen den Eheleuten und der Mann verschwindet spurlos. Die Aussage der Kammerzofe ruft die Ermittlungsbehörden auf den Plan. <br><br>\nDie Erzählung ist im Original unter dem Titel "A Plot in Private Live" in "The Queen of Hearts" erschienen. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/eine-ehestandstragodie-by-wilkie-collins/ |
eine reiche witwe heiratet einen gentleman ohne vermögen bald schon kommt es zum streit zwischen den eheleuten und der mann verschwindet spurlos die aussage der kammerzofe ruft die ermittlungsbehörden auf den plan br br die erzählung ist im original unter dem titel a plot private live the queen hearts erschienen zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 6435 |
6378 |
6951 |
Mr Scarborough's Family |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
MR SCARBOROUGH, wealthy owner of Tretton Park in Staffordshire, is dying. His eldest son and heir Mountjoy has gambled away his inheritance to avaricious money-lenders who hold post-obits to the entire value of the estate.Then Mr. Scarborough declares Mountjoy illegitimate. He claims that he only married his wife shortly before the birth of his second son Augustus, thus making him the real heir. Is this the truth ? - or a ploy to save the estate falling into the hands of some rather shady money lenders ? ....... (Summary by Annise ) </p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/mr-scarboroughs-family-by-anthony-trollope/ |
mr scarborough wealthy owner tretton park staffordshire dying eldest son heir mountjoy gambled away inheritance avaricious money lenders hold post obits entire value estate then mr scarborough declares mountjoy illegitimate claims married wife shortly birth second son augustus thus making real heir truth ploy save estate falling hands rather shady money lenders summary annise p |
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6379 |
6952 |
Tom Ossington's Ghost |
Richard Marsh |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Madge and Ella have lived at Clover Cottage for six weeks when a series of strange events begin to occur. A gentleman who arrives asking for a piano lesson from Madge, suddenly bolts out the back door and over the hedge when he sees a rough-looking character watching him from the street in front of the cottage. This man in turn, runs away when he sees a shabbily dressed woman come around the corner. The woman, marches into the cottage, declaring that the cottage is haunted, and she is the wife of the ghost! An attempted burglary, and a cryptic note left at the scene, just add to the mystery. (Summary by ppcunnigham) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/tom-ossingtons-ghost-by-richard-marsh/ |
madge ella lived clover cottage six weeks series strange events begin occur gentleman arrives asking piano lesson madge suddenly bolts back door hedge sees rough looking character watching street front cottage man turn runs away sees shabbily dressed woman come around corner woman marches cottage declaring cottage haunted wife ghost attempted burglary cryptic note left scene add mystery summary ppcunnigham p |
| 6437 |
6380 |
6953 |
Pony Rider Boys in Montana |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Children's Fiction, Westerns, Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haaw! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again! In this book, the 3rd of the series, the boys have decided that they want to explore the north country. They also want to make their own arrangements for the adventure, with the approval of Professor Zepplin, of course! So they have arrived in Forsythe, Montana, to try their luck in the mountains. (Summary by Ann Boulais)<br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-texas-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys Texas</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-ozarks-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in the Ozarks</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-montana-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haaw pony rider boys move again book 3rd series boys decided want explore north country also want make arrangements adventure approval professor zepplin course arrived forsythe montana try luck mountains summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in texas by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys texas a br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in the ozarks by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys ozarks a br br |
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6381 |
6954 |
Temple Trouble |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
Did you know that our little earth is not limited to the single time line on which we happen to live? There are actually thousands, no millions of parallel times, each existing alongside all the rest. Some extremely primitive, some very advanced, bot all unaware of the others. Of course this does not affect us at all, unless ... unless one of these time lines discovers the existence of the others and then a way to move easily back and forth from one to the other. Then a few problems might happen. Well, it has happened and the ParaPolice are kept busy sorting out things like what happened here ... </p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/temple-trouble-by-h-beam-piper-2/ |
know little earth limited single time line happen live actually thousands millions parallel times existing alongside rest extremely primitive advanced bot unaware others course affect us all unless unless one time lines discovers existence others way move easily back forth one other problems might happen well happened parapolice kept busy sorting things like happened p |
| 6439 |
7890 |
8507 |
Kari the Elephant |
Dhan Gopal Mukerji |
Children's Non-fiction |
The adventures of an Indian boy and his beloved elephant. Born near Calcutta, Mukerji won the Newbury Medal for children's fiction. (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/kari-the-elephant-by-dhan-gopal-mukerji/ |
adventures indian boy beloved elephant born near calcutta mukerji newbury medal children s fiction summary adrian praetzellis p |
| 6440 |
6382 |
6955 |
Auguste Comte and Positivism |
John Stuart Mill |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Part 1 lays out the framework for Positivism as originated in France by Auguste Comte in his Cours de Philosophie Positive. Mill examines the tenets of Comte's movement and alerts us to defects. Part 2 concerns all Comte's writings except the Cours de Philosophie Positive. During Comte's later years he gave up reading newspapers and periodicals to keep his mind pure for higher study. He also became enamored of a certain woman who changed his view of life. Comte turned his philosophy into a religion, with morality the supreme guide. Mill finds that Comte learned to despise science and the intellect, instead substituting his frantic need for the regulation of change. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/auguste-comte-and-positivism-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
part 1 lays framework positivism originated france auguste comte cours de philosophie positive mill examines tenets comte s movement alerts us defects part 2 concerns comte s writings except cours de philosophie positive comte s later years gave reading newspapers periodicals keep mind pure higher study also became enamored certain woman changed view life comte turned philosophy religion morality supreme guide mill finds comte learned despise science intellect instead substituting frantic need regulation change summary bill boerst p |
| 6441 |
6383 |
6956 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace: Vol. I |
Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás |
Contemporary, Other religions |
“Two years before the crash of world war shook the continents and upheaved oceans,” Howard MacNutt relates. “‘Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás visited the United States of America proclaiming the Glad-Tidings of Universal Peace and the oneness of the world of humanity. In his message he reviewed social, religious and political conditions of the nations, foretold clearly the impending clash and conflict of militarism, summoning mankind to the standard of divine guidance upraised in this cycle of the cycles by the manifestation and teachings of Bahá’u’lláh. His visit extending from April to December 1912 covered an itinerary across the continent and return, involving an extraordinary and incredible expenditure of energy on the part of one who at the threshold of three score years and ten had spent practically his whole lifetime in exile and imprisonment for the cause of God. This treasury of his words is a compilation of informal talks and extempore discourses delivered in Persian and Arabic, interpreted by proficient linguists who accompanied him, and taken stenographically in both Oriental and Occidental tongue. Upon the day of his arrival in New York City he said ‘It is my purpose to set forth in America the fundamental principles of the revelation and teachings of Bahá’u’lláh. It will then become the duty of the Bahá’ís of this country to give these principles unfoldment and application in the minds, hearts and lives of the people.’” (Summary by Howard MacNutt)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-promulgation-of-universal-peace-vol-i-by-abdul-baha-abbas/ |
two years crash world war shook continents upheaved oceans howard macnutt relates abdu l bahá abbás visited united states america proclaiming glad tidings universal peace oneness world humanity message reviewed social religious political conditions nations foretold clearly impending clash conflict militarism summoning mankind standard divine guidance upraised cycle cycles manifestation teachings bahá u lláh visit extending april december 1912 covered itinerary across continent return involving extraordinary incredible expenditure energy part one threshold three score years ten spent practically whole lifetime exile imprisonment cause god treasury words compilation informal talks extempore discourses delivered persian arabic interpreted proficient linguists accompanied him taken stenographically oriental occidental tongue upon day arrival new york city said it purpose set forth america fundamental principles revelation teachings bahá u lláh become duty bahá ís country give principles unfoldment application minds hearts lives people summary howard macnutt p |
| 6442 |
6384 |
6957 |
Mystery |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of The Mystery by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 12, 2012,<br><br>Paul Laurence Dunbar was an African-American poet, novelist, and playwright of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Much of his popular work in his lifetime used a Negro dialect, which helped him become one of the first nationally-accepted African-American writers. Much of his writing, however, does not use dialect; these more traditional poems have become of greater interest to scholars. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings mystery paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project august 12 2012 br br paul laurence dunbar african american poet novelist playwright late 19th early 20th centuries much popular work lifetime used negro dialect helped become one first nationally accepted african american writers much writing however use dialect traditional poems become greater interest scholars summary wikipedia p |
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6385 |
6958 |
John Quincy Adams |
John T. Morse |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This biography contains three main sections. the first covers Adams's early years and his time as a diplomat--both in America and overseas. The second tells of his two careers as Secretary of State and President. The last involves his years in the House of Representatives. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/john-quincy-adams-by-john-t-morse/ |
biography contains three main sections first covers adams s early years time diplomat both america overseas second tells two careers secretary state president last involves years house representatives summary bill boerst p |
| 6444 |
6386 |
6959 |
Dancing Girls |
Edna Ferber |
Short Stories |
The Dancing Girls is just one of the 4 excellent short stories in this recording. All written by the master, Edna Ferber for magazines between 1910 and 1919 they naturally contain her unique mix of real people, sadness, joy and always humor. The lead Story, The Dancing Girls, is my favorite for the way she paints a picture of mid America small town society and how good people somehow (and sometimes) can find their way to each other. Other stories in this collection are Old Lady Mandel; Long Distance; and One Hundred Percent (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-dancing-girls-by-edna-ferber/ |
dancing girls one 4 excellent short stories recording written master edna ferber magazines 1910 1919 naturally contain unique mix real people sadness joy always humor lead story dancing girls favorite way paints picture mid america small town society good people somehow and sometimes find way other stories collection old lady mandel long distance one hundred percent summary phil chenevert p |
| 6445 |
6387 |
6960 |
Oxford Book of American Essays |
Various |
Essays |
Collection of 32 essays by American authors ranging from Benjamin Frannklin to Emerson to Whitman to Henry James to Theodore Roosevelt. On subjects from the gout to insects with a 24 hour life span to old bachelors to leaves of grass to the odes of Horace. It seems to be an attempt to show off the Americans as writers. (Summary by JCarson)<br /> This collection was compiled by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brander_Matthews">Brander Matthews</a>.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/oxford-book-of-american-essays/ |
collection 32 essays american authors ranging benjamin frannklin emerson whitman henry james theodore roosevelt subjects gout insects 24 hour life span old bachelors leaves grass odes horace seems attempt show americans writers summary jcarson br collection compiled a href http en wikipedia org wiki brander_matthews brander matthews a p |
| 6446 |
6388 |
6961 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 053 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />A collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members, including short stories by Melville, Blackwood, Hawthorne, Dostoyevsky, Wilde and Thomas Hood. <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-053/ |
br a collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members including short stories melville blackwood hawthorne dostoyevsky wilde thomas hood br br |
| 6447 |
8319 |
8940 |
Idle Days in Patagonia |
William Henry Hudson |
Travel & Geography |
Hudson traveled to Patagonia to study the birds, but shortly upon arrival accidentally shot himself in the knee, requiring a lengthy period of idleness to recover, hence the title of the book. It's not just a work of ornithology, but a personal memoir of the people and natural history of Patagonia. - Summary by Kevin Davidson</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/idle-days-in-patagonia-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
hudson traveled patagonia study birds shortly upon arrival accidentally shot knee requiring lengthy period idleness recover hence title book work ornithology personal memoir people natural history patagonia summary kevin davidson p |
| 6448 |
6389 |
6962 |
Onkel Toms Hütte |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Der Roman schildert das Schicksal einer Reihe afroamerikanischer Sklaven und ihrer jeweiligen Besitzer in den vierziger Jahren des 19. Jahrhunderts in den Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika.<br>\n\nDie Titelfigur Onkel Tom ist ein Sklave in Kentucky. Sein Besitzer Mr. Shelby behandelt ihn gut, ist aber stark verschuldet. Tom ist Verwalter der Farm, bekennender Christ und leitet regelmäßig die Gottesdienste der Sklaven. Aber als Tom aus Finanznot verkauft werden muss, wird er von seiner Frau und seinen Kindern getrennt.<br>\nSein zweiter Herr, St. Claire, ist ein gutmütiger, nachsichtiger Lebemann, der Tom die Freilassung verspricht. Seine Tochter Eva entwickelt ein inniges Freundschaftsverhältnis zu Tom, wird aber todkrank. Wieder landet Tom beim Sklavenmarkt und hat diesmal weniger Glück. So gelangt er an Mr. Legree, der mit äußerster Brutalität eine Baumwollplantage betreibt ... <br>\n\nParallel wird die Geschichte von Eliza erzählt, deren kleiner Sohn Harry verkauft werden soll ... sie fliehen und liefern sich ein Katz und Maus-Spiel mit den Häschern. Das Ziel: Kanada, in dem angeblich die Freiheit winkt ...\n\n(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und crowwings)</p> |
German |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/onkel-toms-hutte-by-harriett-beecher-stowe/ |
der roman schildert das schicksal einer reihe afroamerikanischer sklaven und ihrer jeweiligen besitzer den vierziger jahren des 19 jahrhunderts den vereinigten staaten von amerika br die titelfigur onkel tom ist ein sklave kentucky sein besitzer mr shelby behandelt ihn gut ist aber stark verschuldet tom ist verwalter der farm bekennender christ und leitet regelmäßig die gottesdienste der sklaven aber als tom aus finanznot verkauft werden muss wird er von seiner frau und seinen kindern getrennt br sein zweiter herr st claire ist ein gutmütiger nachsichtiger lebemann der tom die freilassung verspricht seine tochter eva entwickelt ein inniges freundschaftsverhältnis zu tom wird aber todkrank wieder landet tom beim sklavenmarkt und hat diesmal weniger glück gelangt er mr legree der mit äußerster brutalität eine baumwollplantage betreibt br parallel wird die geschichte von eliza erzählt deren kleiner sohn harry verkauft werden soll sie fliehen und liefern sich ein katz und maus spiel mit den häschern das ziel kanada dem angeblich die freiheit winkt zusammenfassung von wikipedia und crowwings p |
| 6449 |
6390 |
6963 |
There Are Realistic Alternatives |
Gene Sharp |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Violence in society and politics, whether in the form of war, terrorism, dictatorship, oppression, usurpation, or genocide, is widely recognized as a grave problem. The objective of this essay is to explore a different perspective on the nature of the problem of widespread violence in society and politics that suggests what will be required for its resolution. We need to analyze the conditions under which it will be possible to reduce drastically the reliance on military and other violent means of conflict. We need to examine why violence is so widely regarded as necessary for good causes as well as for bad ones, and how fundamental change away from that syndrome might be achieved. (Summary by Author) </p> |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/there-are-realistic-alternatives-by-gene-sharp/ |
violence society politics whether form war terrorism dictatorship oppression usurpation genocide widely recognized grave problem objective essay explore different perspective nature problem widespread violence society politics suggests required resolution need analyze conditions possible reduce drastically reliance military violent means conflict need examine violence widely regarded necessary good causes well bad ones fundamental change away syndrome might achieved summary author p |
| 6450 |
6391 |
6964 |
Poems: Series Two |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Single author |
"The eagerness with which the first volume of Emily Dickinson's poems has been read shows very clearly that all our alleged modern artificiality does not prevent a prompt appreciation of the qualities of directness and simplicity in approaching the greatest themes,—life and love and death. That "irresistible needle-touch," as one of her best critics has called it, piercing at once the very core of a thought, has found a response as wide and sympathetic as it has been unexpected even to those who knew best her compelling power. This second volume, while open to the same criticism as to form with its predecessor, shows also the same shining beauties." (Summary by Mabel Loomis Todd, from Preface)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/poems-series-two-by-emily-dickinson/ |
the eagerness first volume emily dickinson s poems read shows clearly alleged modern artificiality prevent prompt appreciation qualities directness simplicity approaching greatest themes life love death irresistible needle touch one best critics called it piercing core thought found response wide sympathetic unexpected even knew best compelling power second volume open criticism form predecessor shows also shining beauties summary mabel loomis todd preface p |
| 6451 |
6392 |
6965 |
Ivanov |
Anton Chekhov |
Plays, Comedy, Tragedy |
Nicolai (anglicised Nicholas in this translation) Ivanov, a middle-aged public servant, is unhappy. His wife Anna, disinherited by her family after converting from Judaism, is dying of tuberculosis. He is deeply in debt. And his best friend’s daughter is infatuated with him. Comedy and tragedy ensue in truly Chekhovian fashion. An example of the young Chekhov’s maturing style, Ivanov is an early harbinger of themes that would recur throughout his work. (Summary by mb)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Nicholas Ivanov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Anna: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Matthew Shabelski: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Paul Lebediev: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7500">Cliff Thompson</a><br>Zinaida: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Sasha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lvov: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Martha Babakina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Kosich: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Michael Borkin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Avdotia Nazarovna: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>George: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>First Guest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5017">Miss Avarice</a><br>Second Guest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Third Guest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by mb and Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/ivanov-by-anton-chekhov/ |
nicolai anglicised nicholas translation ivanov middle aged public servant unhappy wife anna disinherited family converting judaism dying tuberculosis deeply debt best friend s daughter infatuated him comedy tragedy ensue truly chekhovian fashion example young chekhov s maturing style ivanov early harbinger themes would recur throughout work summary mb br br strong cast strong br nicholas ivanov a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br anna a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br matthew shabelski a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br paul lebediev a href http librivox org reader 7500 cliff thompson a br zinaida a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br sasha a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br lvov a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br martha babakina a href http librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br kosich a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br michael borkin a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br avdotia nazarovna a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br george a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first guest a href http librivox org reader 5017 miss avarice a br second guest a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br third guest a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br br strong audio edited mb elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6393 |
6966 |
Burning Daylight |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Burning Daylight, Jack London's fictional novel published in 1910, was one of the best selling books of that year and it was his best selling book in his lifetime. The novel takes place in the Yukon Territory in 1893. The main character, nicknamed Burning Daylight was the most successful entrepreneur of the Alaskan Gold Rush. The story of the main character was partially based upon the life of Oakland entrepreneur "Borax" Smith. (Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/burning-daylight-by-jack-london/ |
burning daylight jack london s fictional novel published 1910 one best selling books year best selling book lifetime novel takes place yukon territory 1893 main character nicknamed burning daylight successful entrepreneur alaskan gold rush story main character partially based upon life oakland entrepreneur borax smith wikipedia p |
| 6453 |
6394 |
6967 |
Letters of Jonathan Oldstyle, Gent. |
Washington Irving |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The Letters of Jonathan Oldstyle, Gent. (1824) is a compilation of eight humorous and observational letters written by American writer, Washington Irving, under the pseudonym, Jonathan Oldstyle. These eight letters and one additional were first published as a series of "Letters to the Editor" of the New York paper, The Morning Chronicle, between 1802 and 1803. In them Oldstyle skewered the local New York social scene on the topics of etiquette, marriage, fashion, and other particulars of human interaction.</p>\n\nMost of Oldstyle's observations took place in the theatre, but really had less to do with that venue and more to do with an analysis of men and women acting out their own particular roles in life. At times this letter-writing Oldstyle had a bit of help from his good friend, the inimitable Andrew Quoz (another of Irving's personae). Together they subverted the status quo of theatre criticism in New York, and placed social behavior in the limelight, figuratively speaking. These letters were Irving's first foray into published writing; he was 19 at the time. He would later pen Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. (Summary by James K. White, Gent.)</p> |
English |
1803 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-jonathan-oldstyle-gent-by-washington-irving/ |
letters jonathan oldstyle gent 1824 compilation eight humorous observational letters written american writer washington irving pseudonym jonathan oldstyle eight letters one additional first published series letters editor new york paper morning chronicle 1802 1803 oldstyle skewered local new york social scene topics etiquette marriage fashion particulars human interaction p oldstyle s observations took place theatre really less venue analysis men women acting particular roles life times letter writing oldstyle bit help good friend inimitable andrew quoz another irving s personae together subverted status quo theatre criticism new york placed social behavior limelight figuratively speaking letters irving s first foray published writing 19 time would later pen rip van winkle legend sleepy hollow summary james k white gent p |
| 6454 |
6395 |
6968 |
Mayor's Wife |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
Miss Saunders is out for an adventure. One, which is full of secrets, hints, and half-lies. One, which will require all of her wits. She is to be the companion to the Mayor's wife. The Lady is unhappy, and the reason for her grave unhappiness is more serious than you think. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-mayors-wife-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
miss saunders adventure one full secrets hints half lies one require wits companion mayor s wife lady unhappy reason grave unhappiness serious think summary stav nisser p |
| 6455 |
6396 |
6969 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 004 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.\n<BR><BR>\nBrief description of the contributions:<BR>\n01 Japanese - Natto Gassen by Kikuchi Kan (1888-1948) [1919] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, fermented soybeans<BR>\n02 Japanese - Shikino e by Natsume Soseki (1867-1916) [1911] - Key words: prose, non-fiction, painting<BR>\n03 Japanese - Carmen by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1926] - Key words: prose, fiction, Tokyo, theater<BR>\n04 Japanese - Sanbikino Kogumasan by Murayama Kazuko (1903-1946) [1931] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, bears<BR>\n05 Japanese - Nakunatta Ningyo by Ogawa Mimei (1882-1961) [1918] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, doll<BR>\n06 Polish - Latarnik by Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) [1881] - Key words: prose, opowiadanie, tęsknota, emigracja<BR>\n07 French - Suicides by Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) [1883] - Key words: prose, fiction, suicide, suicides, letter, lettre<BR>\n08 Polish - Świtezianka by Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855) [1899] - Key words: ballad, legend, love, betrayal, water nymph, temptation<BR>\n09 Japanese - Abuno Orei by Yumeno Kyusaku (1889-1936) [1925] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, horsefly<BR>\n10 Japanese - Amedama by Niimi Nankichi (1913-1943) [1933] - Key words: prose, candy, children, mother, samurai<BR>\n11 Japanese - Shoshuno ichinichi by Natsume Soseki (1867-1916) [1912] - Key words: prose, non-fiction, early autumn<BR>\n12 Polish - Tchórz na wyborach by Jean de la Fontaine(1621-1695) translated by Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855) [1893] - Key words: fable, bajka, zwierzęta, wybory<BR>\n13 Japanese - Yuubinkyoku by Hagiwara Sakutaro (1886-1942) [1929] - Key words: prose, non-fiction, post office<BR>\n14 Japanese - Shiawase by Shimazaki Touson (1872-1943) [1921] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, happiness<BR>\n15 Tagalog - Sa Mga Laro by Aurelio Tolentino (1867-1915) [1907] - Key words: poetry, on games<BR>\n16 Tagalog - Sarisaring Bagay na Dapat Sundin by Aurelio Tolentino (1867-1915) [1907] - Key words: poetry, good manners to observe<BR>\n17 Tagalog - Ang Pag-alis ni Dalmacia by José Morante (??-??) [1918] - Key words: poetry, Dalmacia's departure<BR>\n18 Japanese - Suisendukino yokka by Miyazawa Kenji (1896-1933) [1924] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, snowstorm<BR>\n19 Japanese - Yuki by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1925] - Key words: prose, fiction, snow<BR>\n20 Polish - Żaby i ich króle by Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695) translated by Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855) [1893] - Key words: fable, bajka, zwierzęta, król</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-004/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br brief description contributions br 01 japanese natto gassen kikuchi kan 1888 1948 1919 key words prose fiction children fermented soybeans br 02 japanese shikino e natsume soseki 1867 1916 1911 key words prose non fiction painting br 03 japanese carmen akutagawa ryunosuke 1892 1927 1926 key words prose fiction tokyo theater br 04 japanese sanbikino kogumasan murayama kazuko 1903 1946 1931 key words prose fiction children bears br 05 japanese nakunatta ningyo ogawa mimei 1882 1961 1918 key words prose fiction children doll br 06 polish latarnik henryk sienkiewicz 1846 1916 1881 key words prose opowiadanie tęsknota emigracja br 07 french suicides guy de maupassant 1850 1893 1883 key words prose fiction suicide suicides letter lettre br 08 polish świtezianka adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 1899 key words ballad legend love betrayal water nymph temptation br 09 japanese abuno orei yumeno kyusaku 1889 1936 1925 key words prose fiction children horsefly br 10 japanese amedama niimi nankichi 1913 1943 1933 key words prose candy children mother samurai br 11 japanese shoshuno ichinichi natsume soseki 1867 1916 1912 key words prose non fiction early autumn br 12 polish tchórz na wyborach jean de la fontaine 1621 1695 translated adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 1893 key words fable bajka zwierzęta wybory br 13 japanese yuubinkyoku hagiwara sakutaro 1886 1942 1929 key words prose non fiction post office br 14 japanese shiawase shimazaki touson 1872 1943 1921 key words prose fiction children happiness br 15 tagalog sa mga laro aurelio tolentino 1867 1915 1907 key words poetry games br 16 tagalog sarisaring bagay na dapat sundin aurelio tolentino 1867 1915 1907 key words poetry good manners observe br 17 tagalog ang pag alis ni dalmacia josé morante 1918 key words poetry dalmacia s departure br 18 japanese suisendukino yokka miyazawa kenji 1896 1933 1924 key words prose fiction children snowstorm br 19 japanese yuki akutagawa ryunosuke 1892 1927 1925 key words prose fiction snow br 20 polish żaby ich króle jean de la fontaine 1621 1695 translated adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 1893 key words fable bajka zwierzęta król p |
| 6456 |
6397 |
6970 |
Rebel Rose |
Justin McCarthy |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction, Romance |
The Rebel Rose is the story of Mary Stuart Beaton, a descendant of Mary Queen of Scots who has come to London in the hope of having her family claims legitimized. \n\nThe Pretendress -- as she is called, finds herself caught up in the devices of her own personal guardians as well as a scheming London society woman scorned by a powerful member of Parliament who has become an admirer of the Princess. Apart from the claims of royalty, Mary Beaton knows where her worth is found and she proves to be a formidable opponent for all those scheming for and against her.</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-rebel-rose-by-justin-mccarthy-and-rosa-campbell-praed/ |
rebel rose story mary stuart beaton descendant mary queen scots come london hope family claims legitimized pretendress called finds caught devices personal guardians well scheming london society woman scorned powerful member parliament become admirer princess apart claims royalty mary beaton knows worth found proves formidable opponent scheming her p |
| 6457 |
6398 |
6971 |
Lost House |
Richard Harding Davis |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Austin Ford, the London correspondent of the New York Republic, is spending some idle time in the American Embassy chatting with the Second Secretary, when suddenly a note is brought in. This note is an appeal for help, found in the gutter in a dark alley. The writer claims to be a young girl, who is kept against her will locked up in a lunatic asylum by her uncle. Although the Second Secretary tries to convince him that there is nothing to it, the journalist is determined to follow the lead... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-house-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
austin ford london correspondent new york republic spending idle time american embassy chatting second secretary suddenly note brought in note appeal help found gutter dark alley writer claims young girl kept locked lunatic asylum uncle although second secretary tries convince nothing it journalist determined follow lead summary carolin p |
| 6458 |
6399 |
6972 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 047 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
This is a collection of science fiction short stories.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-047-by-various/ |
collection science fiction short stories p |
| 6459 |
6400 |
6973 |
Living Alone |
Stella Benson |
Fantastic Fiction |
This is not a real book. It does not deal with real people, nor should it be read by real people. But there are in the world so many real books already written for the benefit of real people, and there are still so many to be written, that I cannot believe that a little alien book such as this, written for the magically-inclined minority, can be considered too assertive a trespasser. -- Stella Benson (author)<br /> <br />Published in 1919, and set in London during the First World War, <i>Living Alone</i> tells of the meeting of a recluse and a witch, then rambles through magic, morality and aerial dogfights on broomsticks. There isn't too much in the way of a plot, but with its curious blend of fantasy and practical detail of a country in war-time, it's a charmingly weird novel that I hope will entertain witches, wizards and muggles alike. -- Cori Samuel (narrator)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/living-alone-by-stella-benson/ |
real book deal real people read real people world many real books already written benefit real people still many written cannot believe little alien book this written magically inclined minority considered assertive trespasser stella benson author br br published 1919 set london first world war i living alone i tells meeting recluse witch rambles magic morality aerial dogfights broomsticks much way plot curious blend fantasy practical detail country war time charmingly weird novel hope entertain witches wizards muggles alike cori samuel narrator p |
| 6460 |
6401 |
6974 |
Tarzan the Untamed |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This book follows Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar chronologically. The action is set during World War I. While away from his plantation home in East Africa, invading German troops destroy it and kill his wife Jane and the Waziri warrior Wasimbu who is left crucified. Tarzan's search for vengeance is filled with much danger, many fierce fights and tons of action as he becomes active in the war on the British side. This is really just the start of the exciting adventures portrayed in this book. (Summary by Wikipedea and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-the-untamed-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
book follows tarzan jewels opar chronologically action set world war i away plantation home east africa invading german troops destroy kill wife jane waziri warrior wasimbu left crucified tarzan s search vengeance filled much danger many fierce fights tons action becomes active war british side really start exciting adventures portrayed book summary wikipedea phil chenevert p |
| 6461 |
6414 |
6989 |
Hilda Lessways |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
This book is the second in Bennett’s four books about life in the Five Towns (the real life Potteries in Staffordshire). It tells the story of Hilda before her marriage to Edwin Clayhanger (from the first book). Bennett explores Hilda's ambition to make a career for herself, her coming of age and her working experiences as a shorthand clerk and keeper of a lodging house in London and Brighton. He also shows her intensifying relationship with the enigmatic George Cannon that ends in her disastrous bigamous marriage and pregnancy, and finally her reconciliation with Edwin Clayhanger (Summary by Simon Evers) <p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/hilda-lessways-by-arnold-bennett/ |
book second bennett s four books life five towns the real life potteries staffordshire tells story hilda marriage edwin clayhanger from first book bennett explores hilda s ambition make career herself coming age working experiences shorthand clerk keeper lodging house london brighton also shows intensifying relationship enigmatic george cannon ends disastrous bigamous marriage pregnancy finally reconciliation edwin clayhanger summary simon evers p |
| 6462 |
6402 |
6975 |
Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty |
Imbert de Saint-Amand |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
<br />Paris in 1792 is no longer what it was in 1789. In 1789, the old French society was still brilliant. The past endured beside the present. Neither names nor escutcheons, neither liveries nor places at court, had been suppressed. The aristocracy and the Revolution lived face to face. In 1792, the scene has changed."<br /><br />France was now on the verge of the Reign of Terror (la Terreur), the violent years following the Revolution, and this book chronicles the terrible period of French history which culminated in the proclamation: "Royalty is abolished in France. All public acts will be dated from the first year of the Republic. The seal of State will be inscribed with this motto: Republique française." (Summary by Ruth Golding, with quotations from the book itself)<br /><br /> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/marie-antoinette-and-the-downfall-of-royalty-by-imbert-de-saint-amand/ |
br paris 1792 longer 1789 1789 old french society still brilliant past endured beside present neither names escutcheons neither liveries places court suppressed aristocracy revolution lived face face 1792 scene changed br br france verge reign terror la terreur violent years following revolution book chronicles terrible period french history culminated proclamation royalty abolished france public acts dated first year republic seal state inscribed motto republique française summary ruth golding quotations book itself br br |
| 6463 |
6403 |
6976 |
Mind Amongst the Spindles |
Charles Knight |
General Fiction, Poetry, Short Stories |
Lowell Massachusetts was founded in the 1820s as a planned manufacturing center for textiles and is located along the rapids of the Merrimack River, 25 miles northwest of Boston. By the 1850s Lowell had the largest industrial complex in the United States. The textile industry wove cotton produced in the South. In 1860, there were more cotton spindles in Lowell than in all eleven states combined that would form the Confederacy. Mind Amongst the Spindles is a selection of works from the Lowell Offering, a monthly periodical collecting contributed works of poetry and fiction by the female workers of the textile mills. The Lowell Mill Girls, as the workers were known, were young women aged 15-35. The Offering began in 1840 and lasted until 1845. As its popularity grew, workers contributed poems, ballads, essays and fiction. The authors often used their characters to report on conditions and situations in their lives and their works alternated between serious and farcical. (Introduction adapted from Wikipedia by MaryAnn) <p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/mind-amongst-the-spindles-by-charles-knight/ |
lowell massachusetts founded 1820s planned manufacturing center textiles located along rapids merrimack river 25 miles northwest boston 1850s lowell largest industrial complex united states textile industry wove cotton produced south 1860 cotton spindles lowell eleven states combined would form confederacy mind amongst spindles selection works lowell offering monthly periodical collecting contributed works poetry fiction female workers textile mills lowell mill girls workers known young women aged 15 35 offering began 1840 lasted 1845 popularity grew workers contributed poems ballads essays fiction authors often used characters report conditions situations lives works alternated serious farcical introduction adapted wikipedia maryann p |
| 6464 |
6404 |
6978 |
Address to Certain Goldfishes |
Hartley Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Address to Certain Goldfishes by Hartley Coleridge. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 19, 2012.<br><br>David Hartley Coleridge was an English poet, biographer, essayist, and teacher. He was the eldest son of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Hartley Coleridge's literary reputation chiefly rests on his works of criticism, on his Prometheus, an unfinished lyric drama, and on his sonnets (a form which suited his particular skills). (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/address-to-certain-goldfishes-by-hartley-coleridge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings address certain goldfishes hartley coleridge fortnightly poetry project august 19 2012 br br david hartley coleridge english poet biographer essayist teacher eldest son poet samuel taylor coleridge hartley coleridge s literary reputation chiefly rests works criticism prometheus unfinished lyric drama sonnets a form suited particular skills summary wikipedia p |
| 6465 |
6405 |
6979 |
Seaside |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Sonnets, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Seaside by Rupert Brooke. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 19, 2012.<br><br>Rupert Chawner Brooke (middle name sometimes given as "Chaucer" was an English poet known for his idealistic war sonnets written during the First World War, especially "The Soldier". He was also known for his boyish good looks, which were said to have prompted the Irish poet W. B. Yeats to describe him as "the handsomest young man in England" ( Summary from Wikipedia ) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/seaside-by-rupert-brooke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings seaside rupert brooke weekly poetry project august 19 2012 br br rupert chawner brooke middle name sometimes given chaucer english poet known idealistic war sonnets written first world war especially the soldier also known boyish good looks said prompted irish poet w b yeats describe the handsomest young man england summary wikipedia p |
| 6466 |
6406 |
6980 |
Vairagya Shatakam |
Bhartṛhari |
Poetry, Philosophy, Ancient |
Vairagya Shatakam is one of the best books that gives the true picture of Renunciation. The book talks on how a common man gets lured by the endless desires which when satisfied fetches him nothing but the desires again. It concludes saying how these unsatiable desires mislead the man from knowing his real nature-omnipotence, omnipresence and omniscience! (Summary by Uday Sagar)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/vairagya-shatakam-by-bhartrhari/ |
vairagya shatakam one best books gives true picture renunciation book talks common man gets lured endless desires satisfied fetches nothing desires again concludes saying unsatiable desires mislead man knowing real nature omnipotence omnipresence omniscience summary uday sagar p |
| 6467 |
6407 |
6981 |
From Dictatorship to Democracy |
Gene Sharp |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
From Dictatorship to Democracy, A Conceptual Framework for Liberation is a book-length essay on the generic problem of how to destroy a dictatorship and to prevent the rise of a new one. The book was written in 1993 by Gene Sharp (b. 1928), a professor of political science at the University of Massachusetts. The book has been published in many countries worldwide and translated into more than 30 languages. Editions in many languages are also published by the Albert Einstein Institution of Boston, Massachusetts. This is the Fourth United States Edition, published in May 2010. The book has been circulated worldwide and cited repeatedly as influencing movements such as the Arab Spring of 2010–2012. </p> |
English |
2010 |
https://librivox.org/from-dictatorship-to-democracy-by-gene-sharp/ |
dictatorship democracy conceptual framework liberation book length essay generic problem destroy dictatorship prevent rise new one book written 1993 gene sharp b 1928 professor political science university massachusetts book published many countries worldwide translated 30 languages editions many languages also published albert einstein institution boston massachusetts fourth united states edition published may 2010 book circulated worldwide cited repeatedly influencing movements arab spring 2010 2012 p |
| 6468 |
6408 |
6982 |
Treny - Laments |
Jan Kochanowski |
Poetry |
Jan Kochanowski (1530-84) was the greatest Polish poet of his time and probably the most famous name in Polish literature before Adam Mickiewicz (1798 - 1855). His masterpiece is considered to be his Laments, a series of nineteen poems commemorating his daughter Ursula, who died in 1579 at the age of two and a half . In simple but eloquent language, Kochanowski describes his journey from savage grief to reconciliation, and even in translation his verse retains much of its power and conviction.<br/>In this bilingual presentation each poem will be read first in the original Polish and then in English translation. (Summary by Algy Pug)<p></p>W swoim słynnym cyklu dziewiętnastu trenów Jan Kochanowski opisuje swój ból po stracie córeczki Urszuli a także zastanawia się nad naturą cierpienia przywołując przykłady z historii i mitologii. <br/>Każdy z wierszy czytany jest najpierw po polsku, a później w tłumaczeniu angielskim. (Podsumowanie: Piotr Nater)</p> |
Multilingual |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/trenylaments-by-jan-kochanowski/ |
jan kochanowski 1530 84 greatest polish poet time probably famous name polish literature adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 masterpiece considered laments series nineteen poems commemorating daughter ursula died 1579 age two half simple eloquent language kochanowski describes journey savage grief reconciliation even translation verse retains much power conviction br in bilingual presentation poem read first original polish english translation summary algy pug p p w swoim słynnym cyklu dziewiętnastu trenów jan kochanowski opisuje swój ból po stracie córeczki urszuli także zastanawia się nad naturą cierpienia przywołując przykłady z historii mitologii br każdy z wierszy czytany jest najpierw po polsku później w tłumaczeniu angielskim podsumowanie piotr nater p |
| 6469 |
6409 |
6983 |
Just William (version 2) |
Richmal Crompton |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Just William is the first book of hilarious short stories about 11-year-old William Brown -- eternally scruffy and frowning. William's family, his elder sister Ethel and brother Robert, placid mother and stern father, and never-ending supply of elderly aunts, cannot understand him. William just likes DOING things, that's all! It's not his fault he likes DOING things, is it? (Summary by Kara and Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/just-william-version-2-by-richmal-crompton/ |
william first book hilarious short stories 11 year old william brown eternally scruffy frowning william s family elder sister ethel brother robert placid mother stern father never ending supply elderly aunts cannot understand him william likes things that s all fault likes things it summary kara wikipedia p |
| 6470 |
6410 |
6984 |
Scarlet Pimpernel (Version 2) |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Detective Fiction |
In the year 1792, the French Revolution is in the midst of its bloodiest stage. Aristocrats are being executed left and right by the Republic when the guillotine begins to be repeatedly cheated of aristocratic victims due to a series of daring rescues carried out by a mysterious hero known only as “The Scarlet Pimpernel.” Nothing is known about this person, save that he is a master of disguise, has saved dozens of lives, and has never been caught. He is the hero of the aristocrats, the bane of the Republic, and the talk of high society across the channel in England. As the inane and foppish Sir Percy Blakeney, the leader of English fashion, puts it, “They seek him here, they seek him there, those Frenchies seek him everywhere! Is he in Heaven or is he in Hell, that demmed elusive Pimpernel?” And no one is more interested in uncovering the mystery surrounding this hero than Sir Percy’s wife, the young French actress Marguerite St. Just, to whom the fate of the Scarlet Pimpernel may mean everything. (Summary by Eden Rea-Hedrick)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-pimpernel-version-2-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
year 1792 french revolution midst bloodiest stage aristocrats executed left right republic guillotine begins repeatedly cheated aristocratic victims due series daring rescues carried mysterious hero known the scarlet pimpernel nothing known person save master disguise saved dozens lives never caught hero aristocrats bane republic talk high society across channel england inane foppish sir percy blakeney leader english fashion puts it they seek here seek there frenchies seek everywhere heaven hell demmed elusive pimpernel one interested uncovering mystery surrounding hero sir percy s wife young french actress marguerite st just fate scarlet pimpernel may mean everything summary eden rea hedrick p |
| 6471 |
6411 |
6985 |
Helena |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Twee korte verhalen van Charles Dickens verschenen in Household Words. 'Helena' is een stichtend verhaal over zuinigheid en verkwisting. Het tweede verhaal 'De Dief van de Koh-I-Noor' gaat over de succesvolle roof van de diamant die tegenwoordig in de Engelse kroon zit. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/helena-by-charles-dickens/ |
twee korte verhalen van charles dickens verschenen household words helena een stichtend verhaal zuinigheid en verkwisting het tweede verhaal de dief van de koh i noor gaat de succesvolle roof van de diamant die tegenwoordig de engelse kroon zit samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
| 6472 |
6412 |
6986 |
Project Mastodon |
Clifford D. Simak |
Science Fiction |
Clifford Simak deals with the implications of time travel in his own unique way in this story. What if a group of guys did it on their own, without any help from government or industry? On a shoestring,so to speak? Would anyone believe them? What would you do if you could go back 150,000 years to a time when mastodons and saber toothed tigers roamed North America? And what happens when they run out of money? All these questions are explored in the usual humorous, wry Simak way in this story.</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/project-mastodon-by-clifford-simak/ |
clifford simak deals implications time travel unique way story group guys own without help government industry shoestring so speak would anyone believe them would could go back 150 000 years time mastodons saber toothed tigers roamed north america happens run money questions explored usual humorous wry simak way story p |
| 6473 |
6413 |
6987 |
Invisible Man (Version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Terrifically popular science fiction novel by renowned writer HG Wells, about a scientist discovering how to achieve invisibility. But, in his case, being out of sight evidently does NOT mean out of mind. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-invisible-man-solo-by-h-g-wells/ |
terrifically popular science fiction novel renowned writer hg wells scientist discovering achieve invisibility but case sight evidently mean mind summary cathy barratt p |
| 6474 |
7448 |
8056 |
Tale of Freddie Firefly |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
He was able to draw a deep breath again as they reached the field of red clover, where Peppery Polly Bumblebee settled quickly upon a clover-top and began sucking up the sweet nectar with her long tongue. For some time she worked busily without saying a word. And indeed, how could she have spoken with her tongue buried deep in the heart of a clover blossom? (From <i>The Tale of Freddy Firefly</i>)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-freddie-firefly-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
able draw deep breath reached field red clover peppery polly bumblebee settled quickly upon clover top began sucking sweet nectar long tongue time worked busily without saying word indeed could spoken tongue buried deep heart clover blossom from i the tale freddy firefly i p |
| 6475 |
6415 |
6990 |
Unknown Life of Jesus Christ |
Nicolas Notovitch |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
The New Testament describes the life of Jesus, but nothing is said of his life between the ages of 14 and 29. Notovitch, like so many historians, tries to find evidence of what happened to Jesus during those years. He claims to have found the answer in an old document describing the life of Saint Issa. "The Unknown Life of Jesus Christ" is a copy of the manuscript along with Notovitch's reflections on his findings. It will take you on a journey to an unexpected land, linking people, cultures and religions you wouldn't dream of linking. (Summary by sailormoon)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-unknown-life-of-jesus-christ-by-nicolas-notovitch/ |
new testament describes life jesus nothing said life ages 14 29 notovitch like many historians tries find evidence happened jesus years claims found answer old document describing life saint issa the unknown life jesus christ copy manuscript along notovitch s reflections findings take journey unexpected land linking people cultures religions dream linking summary sailormoon p |
| 6476 |
6416 |
6991 |
Gorgias |
Benjamin Jowett |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Satire, *Non-fiction |
This dialogue brings Socrates face to face with the famous sophist Gorgias and his followers. It is a work likely completed around the time of "Republic" and illuminates many of the spiritual ideas of Plato. The spirituality, as Jowett points out in his wonderful introduction, has many ideas akin to Christianity, but is more generous as it reserves damnation only for the tyrants of the world. Some of the truths of Socrates, as presented by Plato, shine forth in this wonderful work on sophistry and other forms of persuasion or cookery. (Summary by Kevin Johnson) </p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/gorgias-by-plato-platon/ |
dialogue brings socrates face face famous sophist gorgias followers work likely completed around time republic illuminates many spiritual ideas plato spirituality jowett points wonderful introduction many ideas akin christianity generous reserves damnation tyrants world truths socrates presented plato shine forth wonderful work sophistry forms persuasion cookery summary kevin johnson p |
| 6477 |
6417 |
6992 |
Tale of Two Cities (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
A Tale of Two Cities is a novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. With well over 200 million copies sold, it ranks among the most famous works in the history of fictional literature. The novel depicts the plight of the French peasantry demoralized by the French aristocracy in the years leading up to the revolution, the corresponding brutality demonstrated by the revolutionaries toward the former aristocrats in the early years of the revolution, and many unflattering social parallels with life in London during the same time period. It follows the lives of several protagonists through these events. The 45-chapter novel was published in 31 weekly instalments in Dickens' new literary periodical titled All the Year Round. From April 1859 to November 1859, Dickens also republished the chapters as eight monthly sections in green covers. Dickens' previous novels had appeared only as monthly instalments. The first weekly instalment of A Tale of Two Cities ran in the first issue of All the Year Round on 30 April 1859. The last ran thirty weeks later, on 26 November. (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/tale-of-two-cities-by-charles-dickens-3/ |
tale two cities novel charles dickens set london paris french revolution well 200 million copies sold ranks among famous works history fictional literature novel depicts plight french peasantry demoralized french aristocracy years leading revolution corresponding brutality demonstrated revolutionaries toward former aristocrats early years revolution many unflattering social parallels life london time period follows lives several protagonists events 45 chapter novel published 31 weekly instalments dickens new literary periodical titled year round april 1859 november 1859 dickens also republished chapters eight monthly sections green covers dickens previous novels appeared monthly instalments first weekly instalment tale two cities ran first issue year round 30 april 1859 last ran thirty weeks later 26 november summary wikipedia p |
| 6478 |
6418 |
6993 |
O Pioneers! (version 2) |
Willa Sibert Cather |
General Fiction, Romance |
O Pioneers! tells the story of the Bergsons, a family of Swedish immigrants in the farm country near the fictional town of Hanover, Nebraska, at the turn of the 20th century. The main character, Alexandra Bergson, inherits the family farmland when her father dies, and she devotes her life to making the farm a viable enterprise at a time when other immigrant families are giving up and leaving the prairie. The novel is also concerned with two romantic relationships, one between Alexandra and family friend Carl Linstrum and another between Alexandra's brother Emil and the married Marie Shabata. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/o-pioneers-version-2-by-willa-cather/ |
pioneers tells story bergsons family swedish immigrants farm country near fictional town hanover nebraska turn 20th century main character alexandra bergson inherits family farmland father dies devotes life making farm viable enterprise time immigrant families giving leaving prairie novel also concerned two romantic relationships one alexandra family friend carl linstrum another alexandra s brother emil married marie shabata summary wikipedia p |
| 6479 |
6419 |
6994 |
With Fire and Sword (Byers) |
Samuel H. M. Byers |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Samuel H. M. Byers was an American poet, diplomat, and soldier in the Civil War. "In war some persons seek adventures; others have them in spite of themselves. It happened that the writer of this book belonged to a regiment that seemed to be always in the midst of great experiences. It was, in fact, one of the few regiments that absolutely fought themselves out of existence. It was mustered in a thousand strong; it lost seven hundred and seventy-seven men by death, wounds, and disease. The fragment that was left over was transferred to a cavalry command. When the writer finally escaped from prison, after many months of confinement and many thrilling adventures both in prison and in the army of the enemy, he was mustered out as a "supernumerary officer." His command had ceased to exist. He was literally the last man of the regiment. \n\nHe kept a diary every day in the four years of war and adventure. The substance of the facts related here is from its pages; occasionally they are copied just as they are there set down. The book is not a history of great army movements, it is simply a true tale of the thrilling experiences of a subordinate soldier in the midst of great events." (Summary from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/with-fire-and-sword-by-samuel-h-m-byers/ |
samuel h m byers american poet diplomat soldier civil war in war persons seek adventures others spite themselves happened writer book belonged regiment seemed always midst great experiences was fact one regiments absolutely fought existence mustered thousand strong lost seven hundred seventy seven men death wounds disease fragment left transferred cavalry command writer finally escaped prison many months confinement many thrilling adventures prison army enemy mustered supernumerary officer command ceased exist literally last man regiment kept diary every day four years war adventure substance facts related pages occasionally copied set down book history great army movements simply true tale thrilling experiences subordinate soldier midst great events summary preface p |
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6420 |
6995 |
Calico Cat (version 2) |
Charles Miner Thompson |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The consequences of letting your irritation get the better of you are humorously portrayed in this story of a self-important man who fires a shotgun at an annoying cat on his fence.. and hits a man skulking in the bushes. What did the cat do to enrage him? Why was the man in the bushes? And how can the whole matter be covered up and done away with before the neighbors start gossiping? (Summary by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-calico-cat-version-2-by-charles-miner-thompson/ |
consequences letting irritation get better humorously portrayed story self important man fires shotgun annoying cat fence hits man skulking bushes cat enrage him man bushes whole matter covered done away neighbors start gossiping summary mark f smith p |
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6421 |
6996 |
Rosalynde or, Euphues' Golden Legacie |
Thomas Lodge |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
This novel, which Shakespeare adapted in his pastoral comedy As You Like It, is the archetypal pastoral adventure. Two young persons of high birth, who have recently lost their fathers (one to death, one to banishment), fall in love but are separated almost at once and forced to flee to the Forest of Arden. There they meet again, but as Rosalynde is disguised for safety as a boy, named Ganymede, her lover Rosader does not recognize her. Once Rosader has confided his love to Ganymede, they play a game in which the "boy" poses as Rosalynde to give Rosader practice in wooing. As the comic episodes, replete with dramatic irony, accumulate, minor characters with complementary romantic relationships fill in the spectrum of the sublime ludicrousness of sexual love until the shadow of death (which is not excluded from Arcadia!) brings matters to a happy conclusion. The various sets of lovers are appropriately joined, and once the corrupt seats of authority back home have been either purged or reformed, Rosalynde's banished father the Duke and the high-born lovers return to civilization, bringing with them a better understanding of what really matters in life.</p>\n |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/rosalynde-by-thomas-lodge/ |
novel shakespeare adapted pastoral comedy like it archetypal pastoral adventure two young persons high birth recently lost fathers one death one banishment fall love separated almost forced flee forest arden meet again rosalynde disguised safety boy named ganymede lover rosader recognize her rosader confided love ganymede play game boy poses rosalynde give rosader practice wooing comic episodes replete dramatic irony accumulate minor characters complementary romantic relationships fill spectrum sublime ludicrousness sexual love shadow death which excluded arcadia brings matters happy conclusion various sets lovers appropriately joined corrupt seats authority back home either purged reformed rosalynde s banished father duke high born lovers return civilization bringing better understanding really matters life p |
| 6482 |
6422 |
6997 |
U-boat Hunters |
James Brendan Connolly |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
The author takes the listener on a tour of various ships used in WW1. He discusses the boats and the seamen who occupy them and their encounters with the German U-boats. It is a collection of short stories, each one complete, about them all. The author was also an Olympic athlete; winning a bronze, silver and gold medal in the Athens Olympics of 1896 and a silver in the Paris games of 1900.(Summary by wtomcho ) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-u-boat-hunters-by-james-brendan-connolly/ |
author takes listener tour various ships used ww1 discusses boats seamen occupy encounters german u boats collection short stories one complete all author also olympic athlete winning bronze silver gold medal athens olympics 1896 silver paris games 1900 summary wtomcho p |
| 6483 |
6423 |
6998 |
Commentary on the Epistles of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians, Volume 1 |
John Calvin |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
John Calvin was an influential French theologian and pastor during the Protestant Reformation. Calvin's writing and preachings provided the seeds for the branch of theology that bears his name. Originally trained as a humanist lawyer, he broke from the Roman Catholic Church around 1530. After religious tensions provoked a violent uprising against Protestants in France, Calvin fled to Switzerland. Calvin developed his theology in his biblical commentaries as well as in his sermons and treatises. Calvin produced commentaries on most of the books of the Bible. His first commentary on Romans was published in 1540, and he planned to write commentaries on the entire New Testament. However, it took six years before he wrote his second, a commentary on I Corinthians. He did not lose any more time in reaching his goal. By 1555 he had completed his work on the New Testament, and he also continued with commentaries on many of the books of the Old Testament as well. These commentaries have proved to be of lasting value to students of the Bible, and they are still in print after over 400 years. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1546 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-epistles-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-corinthians-volume-1-by-john-calvin/ |
john calvin influential french theologian pastor protestant reformation calvin s writing preachings provided seeds branch theology bears name originally trained humanist lawyer broke roman catholic church around 1530 religious tensions provoked violent uprising protestants france calvin fled switzerland calvin developed theology biblical commentaries well sermons treatises calvin produced commentaries books bible first commentary romans published 1540 planned write commentaries entire new testament however took six years wrote second commentary corinthians lose time reaching goal 1555 completed work new testament also continued commentaries many books old testament well commentaries proved lasting value students bible still print 400 years summary wikipedia p |
| 6484 |
6424 |
6999 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1C |
David Hume |
*Non-fiction, History |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off.\n\nThis is Volume 1C which covers the reigns of Henry VII to Mary I. (Summary by Richard Carpenter) </p> |
English |
1750 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1c-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off volume 1c covers reigns henry vii mary i summary richard carpenter p |
| 6485 |
6425 |
7000 |
Longings for Home |
Walt Whitman |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Longings for Home by Walt Whitman. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 26, 2012.<br><br>Born on Long Island, Whitman worked as a journalist, a teacher, a government clerk, and – in addition to publishing his poetry – was a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War. Early in his career, he also produced a temperance novel, Franklin Evans (1842). Whitman's major work, Leaves of Grass, was first published in 1855 with his own money. The work was an attempt at reaching out to the common person with an American epic. He continued expanding and revising it until his death in 1892. After a stroke towards the end of his life, he moved to Camden, New Jersey, where his health further declined. He died at age 72 and his funeral became a public spectacle. ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/longings-for-home-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings longings home walt whitman weekly poetry project august 26 2012 br br born long island whitman worked journalist teacher government clerk addition publishing poetry volunteer nurse american civil war early career also produced temperance novel franklin evans 1842 whitman s major work leaves grass first published 1855 money work attempt reaching common person american epic continued expanding revising death 1892 stroke towards end life moved camden new jersey health declined died age 72 funeral became public spectacle summary wikipedia p |
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6426 |
7001 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίον 6 (Book 6) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.<br>\nΤο αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 6 από τα 8.<br>\n<br>\nThucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.<br>\nAncient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 6 of 8. (Summary by olorou) </p> |
Ancient Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/histories-v-6-book-6-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση br το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 6 από τα 8 br br thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature br ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 6 8 summary olorou p |
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6448 |
7023 |
Faded Pictures |
William Vaughn Moody |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Faded Pictures by William Vaughn Moody. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 2, 2012.<br>"I really liked this one. It reminded me of Browning's monologues. Absolutely lovely...and dark at the same time." (Caprisha Page)<br><br>William Vaughn Moody was a United States dramatist and poet. Author of The Great Divide, first presented under the title of The Sabine Woman at the Garrick Theatre in Chicago on April 12, 1906. Moody's poetic dramas included The Masque of Judgment (1900), The Fire Bringer (1904), and The Death of Eve (left undone at his death). (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/faded-pictures-by-william-vaughn-moody/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings faded pictures william vaughn moody weekly poetry project september 2 2012 br i really liked one reminded browning s monologues absolutely lovely and dark time caprisha page br br william vaughn moody united states dramatist poet author great divide first presented title sabine woman garrick theatre chicago april 12 1906 moody s poetic dramas included masque judgment 1900 fire bringer 1904 death eve left undone death summary wikipedia p |
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6427 |
7002 |
As You Like It (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Shakespeare's pastoral comedy was written and first performed around 1599, and presents some of his familiar motifs: a cross-dressing heroine, a wise-cracking fool, brothers usurping their brothers' power, a journey from the court to the country, and various romantic entanglements. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Orlando: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Adam/Hymen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6248">Kevin Green</a><br>Oliver/Le Beau/First Lord/First Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Touchstone/Dennis/First Lord/Forester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Charles/Second Lord/Jaques de Boys: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Celia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Rosalind/Sir Oliver Martext/Second Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Duke Frederick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7251">Ken Garrett</a><br>Duke Senior: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Amiens/William: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Corin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Silvius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Jaques: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Audrey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy L. Gramour</a><br>Phebe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/as-you-like-it-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
shakespeare s pastoral comedy written first performed around 1599 presents familiar motifs cross dressing heroine wise cracking fool brothers usurping brothers power journey court country various romantic entanglements summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br orlando a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br adam hymen a href http librivox org reader 6248 kevin green a br oliver le beau first lord first page a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br touchstone dennis first lord forester a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br charles second lord jaques de boys a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br celia a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br rosalind sir oliver martext second page a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br duke frederick a href http librivox org reader 7251 ken garrett a br duke senior a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br amiens william a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br corin a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br silvius a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br jaques a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br audrey a href http librivox org reader 4744 amy l gramour a br phebe a href http librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 6489 |
6428 |
7003 |
Izaak Walton's Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Richard Hooker and George Herbert |
Izaak Walton |
Biography & Autobiography |
The full title of Walton's book of short biographies is, Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Rich'd Hooker, George Herbert, &C. Sir Henry Wotton (1568 – 1639) was an English author, diplomat and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1614 and 1625. He is often quoted as saying, "An ambassador is an honest gentleman sent to lie abroad for the good of his country.” Richard Hooker (1554 – 1600) was an Anglican priest and an influential theologian. Hooker's emphases on reason, tolerance and the value of tradition came to exert a lasting influence on the development of the Church of England. In retrospect he has been taken (with Thomas Cranmer and Matthew Parker) as a founder of Anglican theological thought. George Herbert (1593 – 1633) was a Welsh-born English poet, orator and Anglican priest. John Donne (1572 – 1631) was an English poet, satirist, lawyer and a cleric in the Church of England. He is considered the pre-eminent representative of the metaphysical poets.\n\nWalton’s leisurely labours as a biographer seem to have grown out of his devotion to angling. It was probably as an angler that he made the acquaintance of Sir Henry Wotton, but it is clear that Walton had more than a love of fishing and a humorous temper to recommend him to the friendship of the accomplished ambassador. Walton completed and published the life of Donne, much to the satisfaction of the most learned critics, in 1640. Sir Henry Wotton dying in 1639, Walton undertook his life also; it was finished in 1642 and published in 1651. His life of Hooker was published in 1662, that of George Herbert in 1670. All these subjects were endeared to the biographer by a certain gentleness of disposition and cheerful piety; three of them at least—Donne, Wotton and Herbert—were anglers. Their lives were evidently written with loving pains, in the same leisurely fashion as his Angler, and like it are of value less as exact knowledge than as harmonious and complete pictures of character. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/izaak-waltons-lives-of-john-donne-henry-wotton-richard-hooker-and-george-herbert-by-izaak-walton/ |
full title walton s book short biographies is lives john donne henry wotton rich d hooker george herbert c sir henry wotton 1568 1639 english author diplomat politician sat house commons 1614 1625 often quoted saying an ambassador honest gentleman sent lie abroad good country richard hooker 1554 1600 anglican priest influential theologian hooker s emphases reason tolerance value tradition came exert lasting influence development church england retrospect taken with thomas cranmer matthew parker founder anglican theological thought george herbert 1593 1633 welsh born english poet orator anglican priest john donne 1572 1631 english poet satirist lawyer cleric church england considered pre eminent representative metaphysical poets walton s leisurely labours biographer seem grown devotion angling probably angler made acquaintance sir henry wotton clear walton love fishing humorous temper recommend friendship accomplished ambassador walton completed published life donne much satisfaction learned critics 1640 sir henry wotton dying 1639 walton undertook life also finished 1642 published 1651 life hooker published 1662 george herbert 1670 subjects endeared biographer certain gentleness disposition cheerful piety three least donne wotton herbert were anglers lives evidently written loving pains leisurely fashion angler like value less exact knowledge harmonious complete pictures character summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6429 |
7004 |
Semi-Attached Couple |
Emily Eden |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Young and beautiful Helen Eskdale and fabulously wealthy Lord Teviot seem to be the perfect match. But when they marry, they find that misunderstandings and jealousies continually drive them apart. The machinations and intrigues of a large supporting cast surround the central question of whether their marriage will survive. Emily Eden's comedy of manners is reminiscient of Jane Austen's witty and ironic novels. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-semi-attached-couple-by-emily-eden/ |
young beautiful helen eskdale fabulously wealthy lord teviot seem perfect match marry find misunderstandings jealousies continually drive apart machinations intrigues large supporting cast surround central question whether marriage survive emily eden s comedy manners reminiscient jane austen s witty ironic novels summary elizabeth klett p |
| 6491 |
6430 |
7005 |
Pilgrim's Progress in Words of One Syllable |
Lucy Aikin |
Religion |
The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come is a Christian allegory written by John Bunyan and published in February, 1678. It is regarded as one of the most significant works of religious English literature, has been translated into more than 200 languages, and has never been out of print. The author says in the preface " I have endeavored as far as possible to avoid hard and technical expressions, and I cannot but think that the mere fact of the brevity of the words must be a great attraction to beginners of all ages. (Summary by Wikipedia and the preface) </p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/pilgrims-progress-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-aikin-lucy/ |
pilgrim s progress world come christian allegory written john bunyan published february 1678 regarded one significant works religious english literature translated 200 languages never print author says preface endeavored far possible avoid hard technical expressions cannot think mere fact brevity words must great attraction beginners ages summary wikipedia preface p |
| 6492 |
6431 |
7006 |
Trial of the Major War Criminals Before the International Military Tribunal, Nuremberg, 14 November 1945-1 October 1946: Vol. I |
International Military Tribunal |
War & Military, Law, True Crime |
Recognizing the importance of establishing for history an authentic text of the Trial of major German WWII war criminals, the International Military Tribunal, consisting of members from Great Britain, the USA, Russia, and France, directed the publication of the Record of the Trial. This volume contains basic, official, pre-trial documents together with the Tribunal’s judgment and sentence of the defendants. (Summary based on the trial preface) |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/nuremberg-trial-vol-i-by-international-military-tribunal/ |
recognizing importance establishing history authentic text trial major german wwii war criminals international military tribunal consisting members great britain usa russia france directed publication record trial volume contains basic official pre trial documents together tribunal s judgment sentence defendants summary based trial preface |
| 6493 |
6470 |
7047 |
Mystery at Geneva: An Improbable Tale of Singular Happenings |
Rose Macaulay |
Detective Fiction |
Henry Beechtree, a newspaper correspondent for the British Bolshevist, is covering the latest otherwise sleepy session of the League of Nations in Geneva, when the newly elected President – a member of the Norwegian delegation – disappears mysteriously, adding some badly needed ‘spice’ to Henry's assignment. (Introduction by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-at-geneva-an-improbable-tale-of-singular-happenings-by-dame-rose-macaulay/ |
henry beechtree newspaper correspondent british bolshevist covering latest otherwise sleepy session league nations geneva newly elected president member norwegian delegation disappears mysteriously adding badly needed spice henry s assignment introduction cathy barratt p |
| 6494 |
6432 |
7007 |
Outcast Of The Islands |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
An Outcast of the Islands is the second novel by Joseph Conrad, published in 1896, inspired by Conrad's experience as mate of a steamer, the Vigar. The novel details the undoing of Peter Willems, a disreputable, immoral man who, on the run from a scandal in Makassar, finds refuge in a hidden native village, only to betray his benefactors over lust for the tribal chief's daughter. The story features Conrad's recurring character Tom Lingard, who also appears in Almayer's Folly (1895) and The Rescue (1920), in addition to sharing other characters with those novels. This novel was adapted for the screen in 1952 by director Carol Reed, featuring Trevor Howard as Willems, Ralph Richardson as Lingard, Robert Morley, and Wendy Hiller. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/an-outcast-of-the-islands-by-joseph-conrad/ |
outcast islands second novel joseph conrad published 1896 inspired conrad s experience mate steamer vigar novel details undoing peter willems disreputable immoral man who run scandal makassar finds refuge hidden native village betray benefactors lust tribal chief s daughter story features conrad s recurring character tom lingard also appears almayer s folly 1895 rescue 1920 addition sharing characters novels novel adapted screen 1952 director carol reed featuring trevor howard willems ralph richardson lingard robert morley wendy hiller summary wikipedia p |
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6433 |
7008 |
Judas Valley |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Why did everybody step off the ship in this strange valley and promptly drop dead? How could a well-equipped corps of tough spacemen become a field of rotting skeletons in this quiet world of peace and contentment? It was a mystery Peter and Sherri had to solve. If they could live long enough! [from the Judas Valley] Originally published in Amazing Stories October 1956.</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/the-judas-valley-by-robert-silverberg-and-randall-garrett/ |
everybody step ship strange valley promptly drop dead could well equipped corps tough spacemen become field rotting skeletons quiet world peace contentment mystery peter sherri solve could live long enough from judas valley originally published amazing stories october 1956 p |
| 6496 |
6434 |
7009 |
Bits About Home Matters |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
This book is a collection of short observations by Helen Hunt Jackson, several with children and parenting as the subject matter. (Summary by ashleighjane)<p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/bits-about-home-matters-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
book collection short observations helen hunt jackson several children parenting subject matter summary ashleighjane p |
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6435 |
7010 |
Short Poetry Collection 112 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-112-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers september 2012 br br |
| 6498 |
6436 |
7011 |
Homely Heroine |
Edna Ferber |
Short Stories |
Who ever heard of a plain and downright homely heroine? Isn't a heroine by definition beautiful? Well, Edna Ferber, in her well known style that later produced Show Boat and Giant, tells us about just such a heroine in the first of these four special short stories. They are special to me because of their insight into the deep courage and faith of 'ordinary' people, people like most of us. And of course our failings and frailties and sometimes, the prince does not marry the right person. The other stories are A Bush League Hero, What she Wore and The Man Who Came Back. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-homely-heroine-by-edna-ferber/ |
ever heard plain downright homely heroine heroine definition beautiful well edna ferber well known style later produced show boat giant tells us heroine first four special short stories special insight deep courage faith ordinary people people like us course failings frailties sometimes prince marry right person stories bush league hero wore man came back summary phil chenevert p |
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6437 |
7012 |
永日小品 (Eijitsu Syohin) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Essays & Short Works |
これは、夏目漱石の随筆集です。1909年に朝日新聞に連載されました。東京での日常生活、ロンドンでの経験などが含まれています。<br><br>\n\nThis is a collection of essays by Natsume Soseki. They were published in the Asahi Newspaper in 1909. Included are essays about daily life in Tokyo and his experiences in London. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/eijitsu-syohin-by-soseki-natsume/ |
これは 夏目漱石の随筆集です 1909年に朝日新聞に連載されました 東京での日常生活 ロンドンでの経験などが含まれています br br collection essays natsume soseki published asahi newspaper 1909 included essays daily life tokyo experiences london summary ekzemplaro p |
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6438 |
7013 |
Ueber Buergers Gedichte |
Friedrich Schiller |
General Fiction |
Alles, was der Dichter uns geben kann, ist seine Individualität. Diese muss es also wert sein, vor Welt und Nachwelt ausgestellt zu werden. (aus dem Text) </p> |
German |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/ueber-buergers-gedichte-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
alles der dichter uns geben kann ist seine individualität diese muss es also wert sein vor welt und nachwelt ausgestellt zu werden aus dem text p |
| 6501 |
6439 |
7014 |
History Plays for the Grammar Grades |
Mary Ella Lyng |
Historical, General, Drama |
A charming collection of 14 short American history plays for the very young - ranging from Christopher Columbus to George Washington to Susan B Anthony. (Summary by Maria Therese)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><p>Narrator; First Maid of Honor; Second Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Narrator; Queen Isabella; Pocohantus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Columbus; First Merchant; Blount; Squanto; Robert E. Lee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7746">Tom Causby</a><br>Wise Man; Captain Newport; King; Court; People; Richard Henry Lee; Californians; Auctioneer; Union Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Luis; John Smith; William Penn; Noble; First Woman; First Boy; British General; Men; Secretary to the President; Mr. President; Abraham Lincoln; Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Second Merchant: Courtier; Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5664">Aidan Brack</a><br>Powhatan; William Penn, Sr; Second Maid of Honor; Samoset; Third Boy; Father Gibault; Senator Benton; Ezekiel Webster; Wise Man of Spain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Walter Raleigh; Bradford; Young George Washington; Second Man of the House; Mr. Sherman; Elizabeth Cady Stanton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Queen Elizabeth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7130">Verity Kendall</a><br>Indian Chief; Second Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a><br>Francis Drake; Governor Carter; Benjamin Franklin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Man; First Man; Second Boy; Robert Livingston; Father; Mr. Seward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Narrator; Susan B. Anthony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7464">Victoria Martin</a><br>People; Third Man of the House; General Scott; Mr. Haynes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Standish: Thomas Jefferson; George Rogers Clark; Andrew Jackson; President Van Buren; Henry Clay; John Hanks; Ulysses S. Grant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Brewster; Mr. Hancock; General Flores; Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Narrator; One of the Girls: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6788">Pamela Krantz</a><br>Mrs. Washington: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7614">Brittania</a><br>Fourth Boy; Speaker; Member of the House: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Patrick Henry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Men of the House; Other Man; Member of Congress: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>John Adams; John Fremont; John Calhoun: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Older George Washington: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Daniel Webster: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Maria Therese; Hugh Gillis; Elizabeth Klett and Arielle Lipshaw<br></p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/history-plays-for-the-grammar-grades-by-mary-ella-lyng/ |
charming collection 14 short american history plays young ranging christopher columbus george washington susan b anthony summary maria therese br br strong cast strong p narrator first maid honor second woman a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br narrator queen isabella pocohantus a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br columbus first merchant blount squanto robert e lee a href http librivox org reader 7746 tom causby a br wise man captain newport king court people richard henry lee californians auctioneer union soldier a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br luis john smith william penn noble first woman first boy british general men secretary president mr president abraham lincoln soldier a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br second merchant courtier officer a href http librivox org reader 5664 aidan brack a br powhatan william penn sr second maid honor samoset third boy father gibault senator benton ezekiel webster wise man spain a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br walter raleigh bradford young george washington second man house mr sherman elizabeth cady stanton a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br queen elizabeth a href http librivox org reader 7130 verity kendall a br indian chief second man a href http librivox org reader 7608 rookieblue a br francis drake governor carter benjamin franklin a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br man first man second boy robert livingston father mr seward a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br narrator susan b anthony a href http librivox org reader 7464 victoria martin a br people third man house general scott mr haynes a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br standish thomas jefferson george rogers clark andrew jackson president van buren henry clay john hanks ulysses s grant a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br brewster mr hancock general flores officer a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br narrator one girls a href http librivox org reader 6788 pamela krantz a br mrs washington a href http librivox org reader 7614 brittania a br fourth boy speaker member house a href http librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br patrick henry a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br men house man member congress a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br john adams john fremont john calhoun a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br older george washington a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br daniel webster a href http librivox org reader 7867 nomorejeffs a br br strong audio edited by strong maria therese hugh gillis elizabeth klett arielle lipshaw br p |
| 6502 |
6440 |
7015 |
Snowflakes |
Esther Nelson Karn |
Poetry |
A collection of poems with varying subjects. (Summary by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/snowflakes-by-esther-nelson-karn/ |
collection poems varying subjects summary ann boulais p |
| 6503 |
6441 |
7016 |
Infernaliana |
Charles Nodier |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
De toutes les erreurs populaires, la croyance au vampirisme est à coup sûr la plus absurde; je ne sais même si elle ne l'est pas plus que les contes de revenans.<p></p>Les vampires ne furent guère connus que vers le dix-huitième siècle. La Valachie, la Hongrie, la Pologne, la Russie, furent leurs berceaux. Voltaire, dans son Dictionnaire philosophique, nous dit: «On n'entendit parler que de vampires depuis 1730 jusqu'en 1735; on les guetta, on leur arracha le coeur, on les brûla: ils ressemblaient aux anciens martyrs; plus on en brûlait, plus il s'en trouvait.»<p></p>Il est étonnant que des être raisonnables aient pu croire si longtems que des morts sortaient la nuit des cimetières pour aller sucer le sang des vivans, et que ces mêmes morts retournaient ensuite dans leurs cercueils. Nous pouvons certifier cependant que des gens de mérite y ont cru, et que l'autorité elle-même a servi à propager de semblables absurdités. Nous engageons nos lecteurs à se défier de ces récits ainsi que des prétendues histoires de revenans, de sorciers, de diables, etc. Tout ce qu'on peut dire et écrire sur ce sujet, n'a aucune authenticité et ne mérite aucune croyance. Nous avons tiré plusieurs contes de différens auteurs: Langlet-Dufresnois, les Mille et un Jour, dom Calmet, etc., nous en ont fourni.<p></p>Un grand nombre sont de notre imagination, et si nous n'en citons pas les auteurs en particulier, c'est que cela aurait entraîné à trop de longueurs. Au surplus, si le vampirisme ne date que d'un siècle à-peu-près, la croyance aux revenans, aux sorciers, etc., date, je crois, depuis la création du monde, sans que personne de bon sens, puisse assurer en avoir vu ou connu. (Avertissement au lecteur, par Charles Nodier)<p> |
French |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/infernaliana-by-charles-nodier/ |
de toutes les erreurs populaires la croyance au vampirisme est à coup sûr la plus absurde je ne sais même si elle ne l est pas plus que les contes de revenans p p les vampires ne furent guère connus que vers le dix huitième siècle la valachie la hongrie la pologne la russie furent leurs berceaux voltaire dans son dictionnaire philosophique nous dit on n entendit parler que de vampires depuis 1730 jusqu en 1735 les guetta leur arracha le coeur les brûla ils ressemblaient aux anciens martyrs plus en brûlait plus il s en trouvait p p il est étonnant que des être raisonnables aient pu croire si longtems que des morts sortaient la nuit des cimetières pour aller sucer le sang des vivans et que ces mêmes morts retournaient ensuite dans leurs cercueils nous pouvons certifier cependant que des gens de mérite ont cru et que l autorité elle même servi à propager de semblables absurdités nous engageons nos lecteurs à se défier de ces récits ainsi que des prétendues histoires de revenans de sorciers de diables etc tout ce qu on peut dire et écrire sur ce sujet n a aucune authenticité et ne mérite aucune croyance nous avons tiré plusieurs contes de différens auteurs langlet dufresnois les mille et un jour dom calmet etc nous en ont fourni p p un grand nombre sont de notre imagination et si nous n en citons pas les auteurs en particulier c est que cela aurait entraîné à trop de longueurs au surplus si le vampirisme ne date que d un siècle à peu près la croyance aux revenans aux sorciers etc date je crois depuis la création du monde sans que personne de bon sens puisse assurer en avoir vu ou connu avertissement au lecteur par charles nodier p |
| 6504 |
6442 |
7017 |
Mince Pie |
Christopher Morley |
Humorous Fiction |
Mince Pie is a compilation of humorous sketches, poetry, and essays written by Christopher Morley. Morley sets the tone in the preface: "If one asks what excuse there can be for prolonging the existence of these trifles, my answer is that there is no excuse. But a copy on the bedside shelf may possibly pave the way to easy slumber. Only a mind "debauched by learning" (in Doctor Johnson's phrase) will scrutinize them too anxiously." (Summary from preface and by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/mince-pie-by-christopher-morley/ |
mince pie compilation humorous sketches poetry essays written christopher morley morley sets tone preface if one asks excuse prolonging existence trifles answer excuse copy bedside shelf may possibly pave way easy slumber mind debauched learning in doctor johnson s phrase scrutinize anxiously summary preface lubee930 p |
| 6505 |
6443 |
7018 |
Vandover and the Brute |
Frank Norris |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Vandover is a student who succumbs to a gambling addiction. This addiction causes him to divest himself of his cherished possessions and to lose his status in life, whilst his friends prosper. Eventually he is transformed by a strange degenerative lycanthropy, reduced to running back and forth across his apartment, naked, on all-fours. The novel was Norris' first, though published posthumously. Characteristically, it explores the themes of habit and addiction in a heightened "naturalistic" style. (Summary by Sprocket)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/vandover-and-the-brute-by-frank-norris/ |
vandover student succumbs gambling addiction addiction causes divest cherished possessions lose status life whilst friends prosper eventually transformed strange degenerative lycanthropy reduced running back forth across apartment naked all fours novel norris first though published posthumously characteristically explores themes habit addiction heightened naturalistic style summary sprocket p |
| 6506 |
6444 |
7019 |
Rose O' The River |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
General Fiction |
Rose Wiley is a pretty country girl. She's engaged to Stephen Waterman, a country boy. She is quite content, until Claude Merril, a man from Boston, tells her that her love is ruining Stephen's life. A cute coming-of-age novel. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator/Mrs. Wiley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nStephen Waterman/Ike Billings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nRose Wiley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />\nMr. Wiley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br />\nUnder-Boss/Jed Towle/Long Abe/Bystanders/River Driver: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br />\nIvory Dunn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nAlcestis Crambry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nMrs. Crambry/Mrs. Brooks/Teacher: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br />\nClaude Merrill/Lije Dennett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nMiss Dix: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Kathryn Tipton</a><br />\nMite Shapley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br />\nRufus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Charlotte Duckett, Elizabeth Klett, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick, and Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/rose-o-the-river-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
rose wiley pretty country girl engaged stephen waterman country boy quite content claude merril man boston tells love ruining stephen s life cute coming of age novel summary charlotte duckett br br strong cast strong br narrator mrs wiley a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br stephen waterman ike billings a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br rose wiley a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br mr wiley a href http librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br under boss jed towle long abe bystanders river driver a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br ivory dunn a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br alcestis crambry a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mrs crambry mrs brooks teacher a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br claude merrill lije dennett a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br miss dix a href http librivox org reader 6544 kathryn tipton a br mite shapley a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br rufus a href http librivox org reader 7608 rookieblue a br br strong audio edited by strong charlotte duckett elizabeth klett piotr nater eden rea hedrick beth thomas p |
| 6507 |
6445 |
7020 |
Mary Broome |
Allan Monkhouse |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
Before Downton Abbey, there was Mary Broome. In Allan Monkhouse's 1911 satire, when the son of a middle-class household gets their housemaid pregnant, the two families must try to combine their very different values. (Summary by wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Sheila Ray: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Ada Timbrell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Edgar Timbrell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Mary Broome: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Leonard Timbrell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Mrs. Timbrell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Edward Timbrell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Pendleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2733">CalmDragon</a><br>Mrs. Pendleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7387">Tara Dow</a><br>Mrs. Greaves: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>John Broome: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4547">John Steigerwald</a><br>Mrs. Broome: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mary-broome-by-allan-monkhouse/ |
downton abbey mary broome allan monkhouse s 1911 satire son middle class household gets housemaid pregnant two families must try combine different values summary wildemoose br br strong cast strong br sheila ray a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br ada timbrell a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br edgar timbrell a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mary broome a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br leonard timbrell a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br mrs timbrell a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br edward timbrell a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br maid a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr pendleton a href http librivox org reader 2733 calmdragon a br mrs pendleton a href http librivox org reader 7387 tara dow a br mrs greaves a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br john broome a href http librivox org reader 4547 john steigerwald a br mrs broome a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3645 maryann spiegel a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
| 6508 |
6446 |
7021 |
Lady of the Lake |
Sir Walter Scott |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
The scene of the following Poem is laid chiefly in the vicinity of Loch Katrine, in the Western Highlands of Perthshire. The time of Action includes Six Days, and the transactions of each Day occupy a Canto. (Summary by William J. Rolfe, ed.) </p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-of-the-lake-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
scene following poem laid chiefly vicinity loch katrine western highlands perthshire time action includes six days transactions day occupy canto summary william j rolfe ed p |
| 6509 |
6447 |
7022 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 017 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 017: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-017-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 017 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 6510 |
6449 |
7024 |
Siberia |
James Clarence Mangan |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Siberia by James Clarence Mangan. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 2, 2012.<br><br>James Clarence Mangan wad born in Dublin. He was educated at a Jesuit school where he learned the rudiments of Latin, Spanish, French, and Italian. He attended three different schools until the age of fifteen. Obliged to find a job in order to support his family, he became a lawyer's clerk, and was later an employee of the Ordnance Survey and an assistant in the Library of Trinity College, Dublin. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/siberia-by-james-clarence-mangan/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings siberia james clarence mangan fortnightly poetry project september 2 2012 br br james clarence mangan wad born dublin educated jesuit school learned rudiments latin spanish french italian attended three different schools age fifteen obliged find job order support family became lawyer s clerk later employee ordnance survey assistant library trinity college dublin summary wikipedia p |
| 6511 |
6450 |
7025 |
Your Psychic Powers and How to Develop Them |
Hereward Carrington |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Self-Help |
Instructions in how to develop your psychic powers including telepathy, clairvoyance, self-projection, reincarnation, and other topics. Seriously. "It must be distinctly understood … that I believe the vast bulk of the material presented in this book to be sound and helpful; the practical instructions are good, and the reader cannot go far wrong in following them. May he develop his own psychic powers, and gain light and understanding thereby!" (From Author’s Preface) (Summary by Todd)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/your-psychic-powers-and-how-to-develop-them-by-hereward-carrington/ |
instructions develop psychic powers including telepathy clairvoyance self projection reincarnation topics seriously it must distinctly understood believe vast bulk material presented book sound helpful practical instructions good reader cannot go far wrong following them may develop psychic powers gain light understanding thereby from author s preface summary todd p |
| 6512 |
6451 |
7026 |
Nyckfull kvinna del 4 - Modern |
Emilie Flygare-Carlén |
General Fiction |
Fjärde delen av Emilie Flygare-Carléns ”En Nyckfull kvinna” med titeln ”Modern” börjar med att Ediths och Ernsts äktenskap är i kris. Svartsjuka krafter i bakgrunden har drivit sitt fula spel vilket nästan lett till att Edith varit beredd att lämna Ernst. Ernst har nu fört henne till farbror Jannes ”patriarkat” i Grandalen, betänkt på att upplösa äktenskapet. Det kommer dock till försoning, och det visar sig att Edith väntar barn. Men många problem möter även i den här sista delen. Ett misslyckat arrende, och mer intriger, tvingar dem att bryta upp ytterligare en gång, och de hamnar i en fattig gränd i Stockholm. Men fattigdom och problem för dem samtidigt närmare varandra, och i Stockholm kommer de att så småningom på nytt sammanträffa med den stolta hovrättsrådinnan, Ediths mor, och Ediths syster Olga, vars äktenskap med den intrigerande baron Abbe är ett stort misslyckande.<p></p>Trådarna knyts samman, hemligheter avslöjas. och ett nytt, bättre liv väntar nog för mer än Ediths och Ernsts lilla familj. (Sammanfattning: Lars Rolander)<p> |
Swedish |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/en-nyckfull-kvinna-del-4-modern-by-emilie-flygare-carlen/ |
fjärde delen av emilie flygare carléns en nyckfull kvinna med titeln modern börjar med att ediths och ernsts äktenskap är kris svartsjuka krafter bakgrunden har drivit sitt fula spel vilket nästan lett till att edith varit beredd att lämna ernst ernst har nu fört henne till farbror jannes patriarkat grandalen betänkt på att upplösa äktenskapet det kommer dock till försoning och det visar sig att edith väntar barn men många problem möter även den här sista delen ett misslyckat arrende och mer intriger tvingar dem att bryta upp ytterligare en gång och de hamnar en fattig gränd stockholm men fattigdom och problem för dem samtidigt närmare varandra och stockholm kommer de att så småningom på nytt sammanträffa med den stolta hovrättsrådinnan ediths mor och ediths syster olga vars äktenskap med den intrigerande baron abbe är ett stort misslyckande p p trådarna knyts samman hemligheter avslöjas och ett nytt bättre liv väntar nog för mer än ediths och ernsts lilla familj sammanfattning lars rolander p |
| 6513 |
6452 |
7027 |
Pearl (Jewett translation) |
The Gawain Poet |
Elegies & Odes |
Written in the 14th century by the Gawain poet, 'Pearl' is an elegiac poem reflecting on the death of a young daughter, pictured as a pearl lost in a garden. It is considered a masterpiece of Middle English verse, incorporating both the older tradition of alliterative poetry as well as rhyme, centered around the development of an intricately structured image. Sophie Jewett's translation from the Northern dialect of the original renders much of the poem's liveliness and beauty accessible to modern readers, whilst encouraging them to pursue their reading further, to read the original itself.<br/><br/>\n\nThis recording is dedicated to the memory of Pearl Jean Shearman, 1914-2012. (Summary by Jordan) <br/><br/> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/pearl-by-the-gawain-poet/ |
written 14th century gawain poet pearl elegiac poem reflecting death young daughter pictured pearl lost garden considered masterpiece middle english verse incorporating older tradition alliterative poetry well rhyme centered around development intricately structured image sophie jewett s translation northern dialect original renders much poem s liveliness beauty accessible modern readers whilst encouraging pursue reading further read original itself br br recording dedicated memory pearl jean shearman 1914 2012 summary jordan br br |
| 6514 |
6453 |
7028 |
Argonautica |
Apollonius Rhodius |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry |
The story of how Jason and a group of famous heroes of Greece took to sea in the Argos has been told many times, before and after Apollonius of Rhodes, wrote his Argonautica, in the 3rd century b.C.. It is not only the oldest full version of the tale to arrive to our days, but also the only extant example of Hellenistic epic. This was already a popular myth by the times of Apollonius, who makes the story of how Jason and the Argonauts sail to Colchis in search of the Golden Fleece, and have to go through a lot of adventures to fulfill their task, a mix of simple narrative and scholarly catalog. The Argonautica had a deep impact on European literature as a whole. (Summary by Leni) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-argonautica-by-apollonius-rhodius/ |
story jason group famous heroes greece took sea argos told many times apollonius rhodes wrote argonautica 3rd century b c oldest full version tale arrive days also extant example hellenistic epic already popular myth times apollonius makes story jason argonauts sail colchis search golden fleece go lot adventures fulfill task mix simple narrative scholarly catalog argonautica deep impact european literature whole summary leni p |
| 6515 |
6454 |
7029 |
Fasti |
Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
The Fasti is a Latin poem in six books, written by Ovid and believed to have been published in 8 AD. The Fasti is organized according to the Roman calendar and explains the origins of Roman holidays and associated customs, often through the mouths of deities and with multiple aetiologies. The poem was left unfinished when the poet was exiled to Tomis, so only the first six months of the year appear in the poem. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-fasti-by-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso/ |
fasti latin poem six books written ovid believed published 8 ad fasti organized according roman calendar explains origins roman holidays associated customs often mouths deities multiple aetiologies poem left unfinished poet exiled tomis first six months year appear poem summary leni p |
| 6516 |
6455 |
7030 |
Parasite (version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
In this short novel of 1894, Conan Doyle describes a character with seemingly extraordinary powers. Are these powers occult or are they only in the minds of other people? There is no Sherlock Holmes to solve this mystery. (Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-parasite-version-2-by-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
short novel 1894 conan doyle describes character seemingly extraordinary powers powers occult minds people sherlock holmes solve mystery summary delmar h dolbier p |
| 6517 |
6456 |
7033 |
Harrington |
Maria Edgeworth |
General Fiction, Romance |
<i>Harrington</i> follows the protagonist of the same name who tries to explore his memories in order to understand his views on Jews. It begins with Harrington's early images of Jews, which are formed by a collection stories told by his maid, of Simon the Jew. His parents further strengthen this image by rewarding Harrington's antisemitism. Only after going to public school and coming face to face with the bully Mowbray are Harrington's views on Jews changed. Mowbray's tormenting of a Jewish peddler Jacob causes this sudden shift in thinking. Then with the introduction of Berenice Montenero, an American Jew who moved to England with her wealthy father, all does not run smoothly. (Summary by Michele Eaton ) </p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/harrington-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
i harrington i follows protagonist name tries explore memories order understand views jews begins harrington s early images jews formed collection stories told maid simon jew parents strengthen image rewarding harrington s antisemitism going public school coming face face bully mowbray harrington s views jews changed mowbray s tormenting jewish peddler jacob causes sudden shift thinking introduction berenice montenero american jew moved england wealthy father run smoothly summary michele eaton p |
| 6518 |
6457 |
7034 |
Insect Stories |
Vernon Kellogg |
Science |
These 13 essays explore the fascinating world of insects all around us. Vernon Kellogg, an eminent entomologist and natural story teller, and his little friend Mary, start by collecting Tarantula Holes and proceed to observe spiders, ant lions, ants, wasps and many other tiny creatures in their daily life. Each creature has a wonderful story and it is told most entertainingly. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/insect-stories-by-vernon-kellog/ |
13 essays explore fascinating world insects around us vernon kellogg eminent entomologist natural story teller little friend mary start collecting tarantula holes proceed observe spiders ant lions ants wasps many tiny creatures daily life creature wonderful story told entertainingly summary phil chenevert p |
| 6519 |
6458 |
7035 |
On the Nature of the Gods |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
De Natura Deorum (On the Nature of the Gods) outlines Stoic, Epicurean and Academic (Skeptical) views on religious questions. Problems discussed include: evil, the origin of the world, divination, and characteristics of God(s). (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
de natura deorum on nature gods outlines stoic epicurean academic skeptical views religious questions problems discussed include evil origin world divination characteristics god s summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 6520 |
6459 |
7036 |
Rilla of Ingleside (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General Fiction, Plays, War & Military Fiction |
Rilla of Ingleside (1921) is the final book in the Anne of Green Gables series by Lucy Maud Montgomery, but was the sixth of the eight "Anne" novels she wrote. This book draws the focus back onto a single character, Anne and Gilbert's youngest daughter Bertha Marilla "Rilla" Blythe. It has a more serious tone, as it takes place during World War I and the three Blythe boys -- Jem, Walter, and Shirley -- along with Rilla's sweetheart Ken Ford, and playmates Jerry Meredith and Carl Meredith -- end up fighting in Europe with the Canadian Expeditionary Force. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
rilla ingleside 1921 final book anne green gables series lucy maud montgomery sixth eight anne novels wrote book draws focus back onto single character anne gilbert s youngest daughter bertha marilla rilla blythe serious tone takes place world war three blythe boys jem walter shirley along rilla s sweetheart ken ford playmates jerry meredith carl meredith end fighting europe canadian expeditionary force summary wikipedia p |
| 6521 |
6460 |
7037 |
Cross Currents |
Eleanor H. Porter |
General Fiction |
Cross Currents: The Story of Margaret, to give it its full title, is delightful story about a little girl’s resilience and a mother’s unwavering love, from the beloved author of Pollyanna. Margaret Kendall (the Margaret of the story) has known nothing but love, wealth and privilege for the first five years of her life. An accident during a visit with her mother to New York City leaves little Margaret alone and fending for herself. While her mother searches desperately for her, Margaret has to do the best she can by herself. The book also also provides a glimpse into the everyday life of working children at the turn of the last century. Not always a pretty picture. Cross Currents is followed by The Turn of the Tide, which follows Margaret as she leaves New York and grows older. [this is a temporary summary to be updated later as I read more of the book](Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/cross-currents-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
cross currents story margaret give full title delightful story little girl s resilience mother s unwavering love beloved author pollyanna margaret kendall the margaret story known nothing love wealth privilege first five years life accident visit mother new york city leaves little margaret alone fending herself mother searches desperately her margaret best herself book also also provides glimpse everyday life working children turn last century always pretty picture cross currents followed turn tide follows margaret leaves new york grows older this temporary summary updated later read book summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 6522 |
6461 |
7038 |
Cocoa Break Collection, Vol. 02 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of international fairy tales clocking in at 5-15 minutes apiece, suitable for childrens' winter cocoa breaks, or other times when quality entertainment is needed. (Summary by BellonaTimes) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cocoa-break-collection-vol-02-by-various/ |
collection international fairy tales clocking 5 15 minutes apiece suitable childrens winter cocoa breaks times quality entertainment needed summary bellonatimes p |
| 6523 |
6462 |
7039 |
Basil, or, Honesty and Industry |
Charlotte Grace O'Brien |
General Fiction |
A poor boy discovers the value of honesty and industry. More than that, he discovers the value of his relationship with God (Introduction by Robert Harder)<p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/basil-or-honesty-and-industry-by-charlotte-grace-obrien/ |
poor boy discovers value honesty industry that discovers value relationship god introduction robert harder p |
| 6524 |
6471 |
7048 |
Black-Bearded Barbarian |
Mary Esther Miller MacGregor |
Historical Fiction |
A fictionalized biography of George Mackay (1844-1901), an influential Presbyterian missionary in northern Taiwan. (Summary by Edmund Bloxam) <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-bearded-barbarian-by-mary-esther-miller-macgregor/ |
fictionalized biography george mackay 1844 1901 influential presbyterian missionary northern taiwan summary edmund bloxam p |
| 6525 |
13654 |
14509 |
Nest of the Sparrowhawk: A Romance of the XVIIth Century |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Historical Fiction |
This historical novel takes place in Kent in 1657, and focuses on a local nobleman who stops at nothing to gain wealth, and his ward who is a victim of his crimes. The puritan influence and social cultural mores of the time provide interesting parts of the setting. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/nest-of-the-sparrowhawk-by-emma-orczy/ |
historical novel takes place kent 1657 focuses local nobleman stops nothing gain wealth ward victim crimes puritan influence social cultural mores time provide interesting parts setting |
| 6526 |
6463 |
7040 |
Repairman |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
This is a collection of 3 of Harry Harrison marvelous early stories that were published in Galaxy, Analog and Fantastic Universe. The Repairman (1958) is a straight fun SF story of a man getting a job done. It is most typical of his later style in series like the Stainless Steel Rat; Toy Shop (1962), a short piece exploring bureaucratic blindness and one ingenious way around it and The Velvet Glove (1956), my favorite for its writing style, fun perspective, sly social commentary on the scene in 1956 and just plain delightful imagination. And he manages to pack excitement and mystery in at the same time.</p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/the-repairman-by-harry-harrison/ |
collection 3 harry harrison marvelous early stories published galaxy analog fantastic universe repairman 1958 straight fun sf story man getting job done typical later style series like stainless steel rat toy shop 1962 short piece exploring bureaucratic blindness one ingenious way around velvet glove 1956 favorite writing style fun perspective sly social commentary scene 1956 plain delightful imagination manages pack excitement mystery time p |
| 6527 |
6464 |
7041 |
Aeneidis Libri XII |
Virgil |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epics |
Aeneas flees the destruction of Troy, abandons Dido, queen of the Carthaginians, and wends his way to Latium in Italy, where slaying Turnus, leader of native resistance, he founds the future Rome. (Summary by Malone) |
Latin |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/aeneidis-libri-xii-by-publius-vergilius-maro/ |
aeneas flees destruction troy abandons dido queen carthaginians wends way latium italy slaying turnus leader native resistance founds future rome summary malone |
| 6528 |
6465 |
7042 |
Letters of Mark Twain, Complete |
Mark Twain |
Letters |
These letters were arranged in two volumes by Albert Bigelow Paine, Samuel L. Clemens's literary executor, as a supplement to <i>Mark Twain, A Biography</i>, which Paine wrote. They are, for the most part, every letter written by Clemens known to exist at the time of their publication in 1917. They begin with a fragment of a letter from teenaged Sam Clemens to his sister, Pamela, and conclude with a letter to his attorney two weeks before his death.<br/><br/>\n\nThese letters give us some degree of insight into the evolution of Twain's style of speech and prose over the period of his lifetime; they are a small window into the psyche that created the various characters of his stories.\n<br/><br/>\nBut they also reveal the tragedies of his life: the lack of success in his business ventures, the passing of family. And as I read each one in this collection, I can almost detect the faint odor of one of his “devilish” cigars wafting across the room. (Introduction by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-mark-twain-complete-by-mark-twain/ |
letters arranged two volumes albert bigelow paine samuel l clemens s literary executor supplement i mark twain biography i paine wrote are part every letter written clemens known exist time publication 1917 begin fragment letter teenaged sam clemens sister pamela conclude letter attorney two weeks death br br letters give us degree insight evolution twain s style speech prose period lifetime small window psyche created various characters stories br br also reveal tragedies life lack success business ventures passing family read one collection almost detect faint odor one devilish cigars wafting across room introduction james k white p |
| 6529 |
6466 |
7043 |
Tess of the d'Urbervilles (version 3) |
Thomas Hardy |
General Fiction |
"Tess of the d'Urbervilles: A Pure Woman Faithfully Presented" is a novel by Thomas Hardy, first published in 1891. It initially appeared in a censored and serialised version, published by the British illustrated newspaper, The Graphic. Though now considered an important work of English literature, the book received mixed reviews when it first appeared, in part because it challenged the sexual mores of Hardy's day. The original manuscript is on display at the British Library, showing that it was originally titled "Daughter of the d'Urbervilles." (Summary by Wikipedia) <br>\n\nThis project was DPLed by Bead Krazy Dawn and pwaugh68<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/tessdurbervilles-3-by-thomas-hardy/ |
tess d urbervilles pure woman faithfully presented novel thomas hardy first published 1891 initially appeared censored serialised version published british illustrated newspaper graphic though considered important work english literature book received mixed reviews first appeared part challenged sexual mores hardy s day original manuscript display british library showing originally titled daughter d urbervilles summary wikipedia br project dpled bead krazy dawn pwaugh68 p |
| 6530 |
6467 |
7044 |
Concerning Christian Liberty |
Martin Luther |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Early in the course of the Reformation (1520) Martin Luther penned a trilogy of foundational documents addressing the Church, the Nobility and the Christian life. This document concerning the Christian life expounds the famous paradox: "A Christian man is the most free lord of all, and subject to none; a Christian man is the most dutiful servant of all, and subject to every one." (Summary by Jonathan Lange)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-christian-liberty-by-martin-luther/ |
early course reformation 1520 martin luther penned trilogy foundational documents addressing church nobility christian life document concerning christian life expounds famous paradox a christian man free lord all subject none christian man dutiful servant all subject every one summary jonathan lange p |
| 6531 |
6468 |
7045 |
In the Sweet Dry and Dry |
Bart Haley |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Written just before Prohibition to entail the possible troubles that might happen en route. Both sides of the argument, or battle as the case may be, strike out with various over-top methods like legislating most fruits and vegetables as unsafe or intoxicating large groups with breathable alcohol. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-sweet-dry-and-dry-by-christopher-morley-bart-haley/ |
written prohibition entail possible troubles might happen en route sides argument battle case may be strike various over top methods like legislating fruits vegetables unsafe intoxicating large groups breathable alcohol summary daryl wor p |
| 6532 |
6469 |
7046 |
Autobiography of St. Ignatius |
St. Ignatius Loyola |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This account of the life of St. Ignatius, dictated by himself to Father Gonzalez, is a most valuable record of the great Founder of the Society of Jesus. It, more than any other work, gives an insight into the spiritual life of St. Ignatius. Few works in ascetical literature, except the writings of St. Teresa and St. Augustine, impart such a knowledge of the soul.The saint in his narrative always refers to himself in the third person, and this mode of speech has here been retained. Many persons who have neither the time, nor, perhaps, the inclination, to read larger works, will read, we trust, with pleasure and profit this autobiography. Ignatius, as he lay wounded in his brother's house, read the lives of the saints to while away the time. Touched by grace, he cried, "What St. Francis and St. Dominic have done, that, by God's grace, I will do." May this little book, in like manner, inspire its readers with the desire of imitating St. Ignatius. This autobiography is a valuable key for the understanding of his Spiritual Exercises. It was kept in the archives for about 150 years (Summary from the preface)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-st-ignatius-by-st-ignatius-loyola/ |
account life st ignatius dictated father gonzalez valuable record great founder society jesus it work gives insight spiritual life st ignatius works ascetical literature except writings st teresa st augustine impart knowledge soul the saint narrative always refers third person mode speech retained many persons neither time nor perhaps inclination read larger works read trust pleasure profit autobiography ignatius lay wounded brother s house read lives saints away time touched grace cried what st francis st dominic done that god s grace do may little book like manner inspire readers desire imitating st ignatius autobiography valuable key understanding spiritual exercises kept archives 150 years summary preface p |
| 6533 |
6472 |
7049 |
Reminiscences of a Southern Hospital, by Its Matron |
Phoebe Yates Pember |
Memoirs |
<p>Phoebe Yates Pember served as a matron in the Confederate Chimborazo military hospital in Richmond, Virginia, during the Civil War, overseeing a dietary kitchen serving meals to 300 or more wounded soldiers daily. Reminiscences of a Southern Hospital is her vivid recounting of hospital life and of her tribulations (and personal growth) as a female administrator. To follow her from day one, when she is greeted with “ill-repressed disgust” that “one of them had come,” and she, herself, “could only understand that the position was one which dove-tailed the offices of housekeeper and cook” to the day when she as exerts control over the hospital’s “medicinal whiskey barrel” is to watch a woman find herself. Besides describing “daily scenes of pathos,” Pember gives a horrifying account of the prisoner exchange of November 1864 (“living and dead . . . not distinguishable”), and also of the evacuation and burning of Richmond in 1865. Her memoirs were serialized in Cosmopolite magazine in 1866, then reprinted in book form in 1879 under the title A Southern Woman’s Story. Pember was honored by the US Postal Service with a stamp in 1995. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-of-a-southern-hospital-by-its-matron-by-phoebe-yates-pember/ |
p phoebe yates pember served matron confederate chimborazo military hospital richmond virginia civil war overseeing dietary kitchen serving meals 300 wounded soldiers daily reminiscences southern hospital vivid recounting hospital life tribulations and personal growth female administrator follow day one greeted ill repressed disgust one come she herself could understand position one dove tailed offices housekeeper cook day exerts control hospital s medicinal whiskey barrel watch woman find herself besides describing daily scenes pathos pember gives horrifying account prisoner exchange november 1864 living dead distinguishable also evacuation burning richmond 1865 memoirs serialized cosmopolite magazine 1866 reprinted book form 1879 title southern woman s story pember honored us postal service stamp 1995 summary sue anderson p |
| 6534 |
6473 |
7050 |
Malavoglia |
Giovanni Verga |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life |
I Malavoglia è il titolo del romanzo più conosciuto dello scrittore siciliano Giovanni Verga, pubblicato a Milano dall'editore Treves nel 1881. Il romanzo narra la storia di una famiglia di pescatori che vive e lavora ad Aci Trezza, un piccolo paese siciliano nei pressi di Catania. Il romanzo ha un'impostazione corale, e rappresenta personaggi uniti dalla stessa cultura ma divisi dalle loro diverse scelte di vita, soverchiate comunque da un destino ineluttabile. Lo scrittore adotta la tecnica dell'impersonalità, riproducendo alcune caratteristiche del dialetto e adattandosi quanto più possibile al punto di vista dei differenti personaggi, rinunciando così all'abituale mediazione del narratore. L'opera va inserita nel Ciclo dei vinti, insieme a Mastro-don Gesualdo e a La Duchessa de Leyra, opere che affrontano il tema del progresso, visto dal punto di vista degli "sconfitti" di ogni strato sociale. La Duchessa de Leyra rimase solo abbozzato, mentre altri due romanzi previsti nel Ciclo (L'Onorevole Scipioni e L'uomo di lusso) non vennero neppure iniziati. (Riassunto di wikipedia)<p> |
Italian |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/i-malavoglia-by-giovanni-verga |
malavoglia è il titolo del romanzo più conosciuto dello scrittore siciliano giovanni verga pubblicato milano dall editore treves nel 1881 il romanzo narra la storia di una famiglia di pescatori che vive e lavora ad aci trezza un piccolo paese siciliano nei pressi di catania il romanzo ha un impostazione corale e rappresenta personaggi uniti dalla stessa cultura divisi dalle loro diverse scelte di vita soverchiate comunque da un destino ineluttabile lo scrittore adotta la tecnica dell impersonalità riproducendo alcune caratteristiche del dialetto e adattandosi quanto più possibile al punto di vista dei differenti personaggi rinunciando così all abituale mediazione del narratore l opera va inserita nel ciclo dei vinti insieme mastro don gesualdo e la duchessa de leyra opere che affrontano il tema del progresso visto dal punto di vista degli sconfitti di ogni strato sociale la duchessa de leyra rimase solo abbozzato mentre altri due romanzi previsti nel ciclo l onorevole scipioni e l uomo di lusso non vennero neppure iniziati riassunto di wikipedia p |
| 6535 |
6474 |
7051 |
Reflections on the Formation and Distribution of Wealth |
Anne Robert Jacques Turgot |
Business & Economics |
"This Essay May be Considered as the Germ of the Treatise on The Wealth of Nations, Written by the Celebrated Smith"\n—Condorcet's Life of Turgot.</p> |
English |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/reflections-on-the-formation-and-distribution-of-wealth-by-anne-robert-jacques-turgot/ |
this essay may considered germ treatise wealth nations written celebrated smith condorcet s life turgot p |
| 6536 |
6475 |
7052 |
Indian Why Stories: Sparks From War Eagle's Lodge-Fire |
Frank Bird Linderman |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Delightful fables, collected by a devotee of Indian lore, recounts many of the legends told to him by tribal members, among them intriguing explanations of "Why the Chipmunk's Back is Striped," "How the Otter Skin Became Great Medicine," "How the Man Found His Mate," and "Why Blackfeet Never Kill Mice." (Summary by Dover Children's Classics)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/indian-why-stories-sparks-from-war-eagles-lodge-fire-by-frank-linderman/ |
delightful fables collected devotee indian lore recounts many legends told tribal members among intriguing explanations why chipmunk s back striped how otter skin became great medicine how man found mate why blackfeet never kill mice summary dover children s classics p |
| 6537 |
6476 |
7053 |
De Rerum Natura |
Titus Lucretius Carus |
Poetry, Science, Ancient |
An exposition of Epicurus atomic theory and the ethical tenets based upon it. Drawing upon this materialist philosophy, Lucretius cites the fear of death as the cause of man's ills, and shows the way to freedom from that fear. (Summary by bropops4) </p> |
Latin |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/de-rerum-natura-by-titus-lucretius-carus/ |
exposition epicurus atomic theory ethical tenets based upon it drawing upon materialist philosophy lucretius cites fear death cause man s ills shows way freedom fear summary bropops4 p |
| 6538 |
6477 |
7054 |
Oh, Call It by Some Better Name |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of "Oh, Call It by Some Better Name" by Thomas Moore.<br/><br/> Thomas Moore was an Irish poet, singer, songwriter, and entertainer, now best remembered for the lyrics of The Minstrel Boy and The Last Rose of Summer. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oh-call-it-by-some-better-name-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings oh call better name thomas moore br br thomas moore irish poet singer songwriter entertainer best remembered lyrics minstrel boy last rose summer summary wikipedia p |
| 6539 |
6478 |
7055 |
Adventures of Buffalo Bill |
Col. William F. Cody |
Biography & Autobiography |
Buffalo Bill was arguably, the most recognized man in the world when he penned this book. The first four stories are of some of his adventures and the remaining 6 are autobiographical. All of them have been proved to be historically accurate in all important aspects. From his service as chief scout for the 3rd Cavalry during the plains wars, to his pony express service and finally the story of how he got his nickname "Buffalo Bill", everything is larger than life. Killing 4,280 buffalo in 18 months for the railroad workers was an amazing feat. Follow along as he tells of his Indian campaigns and then his world famous "Wild West Show" later in life. The foreword gives a brief summary of this man's amazing life. He respected the Indians and urged equal rights for women, something amazing in itself for his time. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-buffalo-bill-by-william-f-cody-col/ |
buffalo bill arguably recognized man world penned book first four stories adventures remaining 6 autobiographical proved historically accurate important aspects service chief scout 3rd cavalry plains wars pony express service finally story got nickname buffalo bill everything larger life killing 4 280 buffalo 18 months railroad workers amazing feat follow along tells indian campaigns world famous wild west show later life foreword gives brief summary man s amazing life respected indians urged equal rights women something amazing time summary phil chenevert p |
| 6540 |
6479 |
7056 |
Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories |
Oscar Wilde |
General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Lord Arthur Savile's Crime and Other Stories is a collection of short semi-comic mystery stories. This collection exemplifies Wilde's sharp wit and dark humour. Stories in this collection include\nLord Arthur Savile's Crime,\nThe Canterville Ghost,\nThe Sphinx Without a Secret, \nThe Model Millionaire, and \nThe Portrait Of Mr W H. (Summary by Wikipedia and Alex Lau)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/lord-arthur-saviles-crime-and-other-stories-by-oscar-wilde/ |
lord arthur savile s crime stories collection short semi comic mystery stories collection exemplifies wilde s sharp wit dark humour stories collection include lord arthur savile s crime canterville ghost sphinx without secret model millionaire portrait mr w h summary wikipedia alex lau p |
| 6541 |
6481 |
7058 |
Princess Aline |
Richard Harding Davis |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Morton Carlton, an easy-going, rich young artist, has never taken the concepts of love and marriage all that seriously -- until by accident a copy of an English illustrated paper falls into his hands, which contains a photograph of the young Princess Aline of Hohenwald. Instantly, Carlton is captivated by the princess, and decides that he must meet her. But how to get close to a princess, who lives in a small German duchy well protected by guards and etiquette? \nCarlton decides to travel to Europe and try his luck... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-aline-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
morton carlton easy going rich young artist never taken concepts love marriage seriously accident copy english illustrated paper falls hands contains photograph young princess aline hohenwald instantly carlton captivated princess decides must meet her get close princess lives small german duchy well protected guards etiquette carlton decides travel europe try luck summary carolin p |
| 6542 |
6482 |
7059 |
Secret Garden (version 4 dramatic reading) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic children's novel is about orphaned Mary Lennox, who is sent to live with her uncle at Misslethwaite Manor in Yorkshire. Initially a sour, bad-tempered child, Mary begins to bloom under the influence of nature when she discovers a long-abandoned garden on the grounds of her uncle's estate. Burnett's novel is brought to life by LibriVox volunteers who lend their voices to her characters. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator/Martha: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMary Lennox: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMrs. Lennox: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7138">Caprisha Page</a><br />\nColonel McGrew/Dr. Craven: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7714">Tyler Harms</a><br />\nBasil/Mrs. Sowerby: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7464">Victoria Martin</a><br />\nMrs. Crawford: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4174">Availle</a><br />\nOfficer's Wife: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6788">Pamela Krantz</a><br />\nArchibald Craven: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7556">Alex Lau</a><br />\nMrs. Medlock: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6947">Grace Garrett</a><br />\nStation Master: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3595">Martin Geeson</a><br />\nBen Weatherstaff: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=152">Andy Minter</a><br />\nDickon: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nColin Craven: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nNurse: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br />\nMr. Roach: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7008">John Trevithick</a><br />\nLilias Craven: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-garden-dramatic-reading-by-burnett-frances-hodgson/ |
frances hodgson burnett s classic children s novel orphaned mary lennox sent live uncle misslethwaite manor yorkshire initially sour bad tempered child mary begins bloom influence nature discovers long abandoned garden grounds uncle s estate burnett s novel brought life librivox volunteers lend voices characters summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator martha a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1259 elizabeth klett a br mary lennox a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs lennox a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7138 caprisha page a br colonel mcgrew dr craven a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7714 tyler harms a br basil mrs sowerby a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7464 victoria martin a br mrs crawford a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4174 availle a br officer s wife a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6788 pamela krantz a br archibald craven a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7556 alex lau a br mrs medlock a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6947 grace garrett a br station master a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3595 martin geeson a br ben weatherstaff a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 152 andy minter a br dickon a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7315 charlotte duckett a br colin craven a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6544 amanda friday a br nurse a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 19 kara shallenberg a br mr roach a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7008 john trevithick a br lilias craven a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7131 eden rea hedrick a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett p |
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6483 |
7060 |
Emerald City of Oz (Version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
Oh My Goodness! What a lot of incredible adventures are packed into this epic. The evil gnome king plots to destroy Oz and enslave it's people; evil creatures from many places are enlisted in this dastardly plan that has every chance of success. Dorothy brings her Aunt and Uncle from Kansas where they have been evicted from the farm, to live in Oz and they are given a tour of parts of Oz that have never been visited before. A city of paper dolls, a city of jig saw people, a city of bunnies and many many more odd and wonderful people are visited and enjoyed. But will the evil creatures succeed in invading and destroying OZ and enslaving all it's unique and marvelous people? Will this be the last OZ book? I invite you to listen to this exciting tale and find out!! (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-emerald-city-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
oh goodness lot incredible adventures packed epic evil gnome king plots destroy oz enslave people evil creatures many places enlisted dastardly plan every chance success dorothy brings aunt uncle kansas evicted farm live oz given tour parts oz never visited before city paper dolls city jig saw people city bunnies many many odd wonderful people visited enjoyed evil creatures succeed invading destroying oz enslaving unique marvelous people last oz book invite listen exciting tale find out summary phil chenevert p |
| 6544 |
6484 |
7061 |
Max Carrados |
Ernest Bramah |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Max Carrados is a blind detective who has developed his own remaining senses to a superior level and who has enlisted the superior observations skills of his butler to fill in for any deficiency of his own. His visual deficiency is no obstacle to solving the most difficult cases. As with some better known sleuths, Mr. Carrados' feats amaze, entertain and satisfy. (Summary by Don Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/max-carrados-by-ernest-bramah/ |
max carrados blind detective developed remaining senses superior level enlisted superior observations skills butler fill deficiency own visual deficiency obstacle solving difficult cases better known sleuths mr carrados feats amaze entertain satisfy summary jenkins p |
| 6545 |
6485 |
7062 |
Hellhounds of the Cosmos |
Clifford D. Simak |
Science Fiction |
From Astounding Stories of 1932. Earth is being attacked by horrible black monsters that appear from nowhere and destroy and kill everything and everyone in their paths. Nothing affects them, nothing stops them; they are impervious to all weapons. Earth is doomed. But there is one hope and it rests on the shoulders of 98 brave men. Can they do it? can they find a way of retaliating? Listen and find out. </p> |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/hellhounds-of-the-cosmos-by-clifford-simak/ |
astounding stories 1932 earth attacked horrible black monsters appear nowhere destroy kill everything everyone paths nothing affects them nothing stops them impervious weapons earth doomed one hope rests shoulders 98 brave men it find way retaliating listen find out p |
| 6546 |
6486 |
7063 |
Told Under a White Oak Tree |
William S. Hart |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
An inside look into the wild world of silent movie cowboy William S. Hart... as narrated by his horse! This is a fascinating (if fictionalized) behind-the-scenes look into the wild, action-packed world of a Hollywood cowboy and stuntman. TOLD UNDER A WHITE OAK TREE is a charming children's book that not only gives us a fanciful account of Hart's career as Hollywood's premier western hero, but also tells a rousing adventure story of his exceptional (if somewhat smart-alecky) equine companion, who strives to become as renowned a screen legend as his master.\n\nCaution: This book contains a couple of racial epithets that may be offensive to some readers. Turns out horses aren't very progressive or PC. (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/told-under-a-white-oak-tree-by-bill-harts-pinto-pony/ |
inside look wild world silent movie cowboy william s hart narrated horse fascinating if fictionalized behind the scenes look wild action packed world hollywood cowboy stuntman told white oak tree charming children s book gives us fanciful account hart s career hollywood s premier western hero also tells rousing adventure story exceptional if somewhat smart alecky equine companion strives become renowned screen legend master caution book contains couple racial epithets may offensive readers turns horses progressive pc summary chuckw p |
| 6547 |
6503 |
7080 |
Lady With the Dog and Other Stories |
Anton Chekhov |
Single Author Collections |
Anton Chekhov was a Russian physician, dramatist and author who is considered to be among the greatest writers of short stories in history. His career as a dramatist produced four classics and his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Chekhov practiced as a doctor throughout most of his literary career: "Medicine is my lawful wife", he once said, "and literature is my mistress." Chekhov had at first written stories only for financial gain, but as his artistic ambition grew, he made formal innovations which have influenced the evolution of the modern short story. His originality consists in an early use of the stream-of-consciousness technique, later adopted by James Joyce and other modernists, combined with a disavowal of the moral finality of traditional story structure. He made no apologies for the difficulties this posed to readers, insisting that the role of an artist was to ask questions, not to answer them. This is a collection of 7 of his insightful short stories about the human condition and include, beside the title story, A Doctor's Visit; An Upheaval; Ionitch; and The Husband which are best known. (Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-with-the-dog-by-anton-chekhov/ |
anton chekhov russian physician dramatist author considered among greatest writers short stories history career dramatist produced four classics best short stories held high esteem writers critics chekhov practiced doctor throughout literary career medicine lawful wife said and literature mistress chekhov first written stories financial gain artistic ambition grew made formal innovations influenced evolution modern short story originality consists early use stream of consciousness technique later adopted james joyce modernists combined disavowal moral finality traditional story structure made apologies difficulties posed readers insisting role artist ask questions answer them collection 7 insightful short stories human condition include beside title story doctor s visit upheaval ionitch husband best known summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 6548 |
6487 |
7064 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 005 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>\nBrief description of the contributions:<BR>\n01 Japanese - Shisyuu by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1925] - Key words: prose, fiction, poetries<BR>\n02 Japanese - Utsukushii Inu by Hayashi Fumiko (1904-1951) [1947] - Key words: prose, fiction, dog<BR>\n03 Japanese - Konoteni kagiruyo by Hagiwara Sakutaro (1886-1942) [1937] - Key words: prose, fiction, dream<BR>\n04 Japanese - Ookina Komorigasa by Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934) [1926] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, umbrella<BR>\n05 Polish - O kaznodziei by Jan Kochanowski (1530-1584) [1883] - Key words: poetry, fraszka, ksiądz, pieniądze<BR>\n06 Japanese - Niwa by Dazai Osamu (1909-1948) [1946] - Key words: prose, essay, garden<BR>\n07 Japanese - Kakehino Hanashi by Kajii Motojiro (1901-1932) [1928] - Key words: prose, fiction, water<BR>\n08 Japanese - Iseini taisuru kankakuwo senrenseyo by Okamoto Kanoko (1889-1939) [1935] - Key words: prose, women<BR>\n09 Polish - Król chory i lisy by Jean de la Fontaine (1621-1695) translated by Adam Mickiewicz (1798-1855) [1893] - Key words: fable, bajka, lisy, lew, król<BR>\n10 Japanese - Kinno Kubikazari by Ono Hiroshi (1894-1933) [1928] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, golden necklace<BR>\n11 Japanese - Kusuriyubino magari by Tanaka Koutarou (1880-1941) [1934] - Key words: prose, doctor, ring finger<BR>\n12 Japanese - Sorano bi by Miyamoto Yuriko (1899-1951) [1926] - Key words: prose, sky<BR>\n13 German - Der Sturm auf dem Tyrrhener Meer by Vergil (70 BC - 19 BC) translated by Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805) [1780] - Key words: poetry; Juno versucht, die fluechtenden Trojaner zu verderben; aus dem ersten Buche der Aeneide; uebertragen von Friedrich von Schiller<BR>\n14 German - Briefwechsel zwischen Schiller und Goethe - 8. An Schiller by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) [1881] - Key words: prose; Goethe laedt Schiller auf zwei Wochen in sein Haus nach Weimar ein<BR>\n15 German - Briefwechsel zwischen Schiller und Goethe - 9. An Goethe by Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805) [1881] - Key words: prose; Schiller aeussert Bedenken wegen seiner Gesundheit bei der Annahme der Einladung in Goethes Haus<BR>\n16 German - Briefwechsel zwischen Friedrich von Schiller und Wilhelm von Humboldt - 12.09.1803 by Friedrich Schiller (1759-1805) [1830] - Key words: prose; Schiller schreibt Humboldt zum Tode von dessen Sohn<BR>\n17 Tagalog - Ilang-Ilang by Jose N. Sevilla (1880-1946) [1908] - Key words: prose, poetry, legend of ilang-ilang<BR>\n18 Tagalog - Ang Dapat Mabatid ng mga Tagalog by Andres Bonifacio (1863-1897) [1886] - Key words: prose, speech, history<BR>\n19 Japanese - Tsukiyo to Megane by Ogawa Mimei (1882-1961) [1922] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, moonlight night, glasses</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-005/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br brief description contributions br 01 japanese shisyuu akutagawa ryunosuke 1892 1927 1925 key words prose fiction poetries br 02 japanese utsukushii inu hayashi fumiko 1904 1951 1947 key words prose fiction dog br 03 japanese konoteni kagiruyo hagiwara sakutaro 1886 1942 1937 key words prose fiction dream br 04 japanese ookina komorigasa takehisa yumeji 1884 1934 1926 key words prose fiction children umbrella br 05 polish kaznodziei jan kochanowski 1530 1584 1883 key words poetry fraszka ksiądz pieniądze br 06 japanese niwa dazai osamu 1909 1948 1946 key words prose essay garden br 07 japanese kakehino hanashi kajii motojiro 1901 1932 1928 key words prose fiction water br 08 japanese iseini taisuru kankakuwo senrenseyo okamoto kanoko 1889 1939 1935 key words prose women br 09 polish król chory lisy jean de la fontaine 1621 1695 translated adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 1893 key words fable bajka lisy lew król br 10 japanese kinno kubikazari ono hiroshi 1894 1933 1928 key words prose fiction children golden necklace br 11 japanese kusuriyubino magari tanaka koutarou 1880 1941 1934 key words prose doctor ring finger br 12 japanese sorano bi miyamoto yuriko 1899 1951 1926 key words prose sky br 13 german der sturm auf dem tyrrhener meer vergil 70 bc 19 bc translated friedrich schiller 1759 1805 1780 key words poetry juno versucht die fluechtenden trojaner zu verderben aus dem ersten buche der aeneide uebertragen von friedrich von schiller br 14 german briefwechsel zwischen schiller und goethe 8 schiller johann wolfgang von goethe 1749 1832 1881 key words prose goethe laedt schiller auf zwei wochen sein haus nach weimar ein br 15 german briefwechsel zwischen schiller und goethe 9 goethe friedrich schiller 1759 1805 1881 key words prose schiller aeussert bedenken wegen seiner gesundheit bei der annahme der einladung goethes haus br 16 german briefwechsel zwischen friedrich von schiller und wilhelm von humboldt 12 09 1803 friedrich schiller 1759 1805 1830 key words prose schiller schreibt humboldt zum tode von dessen sohn br 17 tagalog ilang ilang jose n sevilla 1880 1946 1908 key words prose poetry legend ilang ilang br 18 tagalog ang dapat mabatid ng mga tagalog andres bonifacio 1863 1897 1886 key words prose speech history br 19 japanese tsukiyo megane ogawa mimei 1882 1961 1922 key words prose fiction children moonlight night glasses p |
| 6549 |
6488 |
7065 |
On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church |
Martin Luther |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Christianity - Other |
Early in the course of the Reformation (1520) Martin Luther penned a trilogy of foundational documents addressing the German Nobility, the Church and the Christian. "On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church" appeared second. In it, Luther sifts the wheat from the chaff as regards the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. (Summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
1520 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-babylonian-captivity-of-the-church-by-martin-luther/ |
early course reformation 1520 martin luther penned trilogy foundational documents addressing german nobility church christian on babylonian captivity church appeared second it luther sifts wheat chaff regards seven sacraments roman church summary jonathan lange p |
| 6550 |
6489 |
7066 |
Teddy's Button (Version 2) |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Children's Fiction, Christian Fiction |
<p>Teddy loves to tell the story of how his father heroically died on the battlefield and guards his button jealously. But this brings contention and strife when a new girl comes to town. Teddy begins to learn what it means to be a soldier under Christ, his Captain. (Summary by GabrielleC) </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/teddys-button-by-amy-lefeuvre-2/ |
p teddy loves tell story father heroically died battlefield guards button jealously brings contention strife new girl comes town teddy begins learn means soldier christ captain summary gabriellec p |
| 6551 |
6490 |
7067 |
Northwest! |
Harold Bindloss |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
<br /><em>Northwest!</em> takes place in western Canada, primarily western Alberta and British Columbia. The story revolves around Jimmy not being sure whether or not he shot and killed a Northwest Mounted while he and some friends were out hunting one day. Not exactly a bushman, he needs to head northwest to avoid capture by the officials who are out to find him and bring him to trial. At least that's what he suspects. Survival in the wilderness for one who was raised in British class proves to be a daunting experience, and we learn of the trials he is to be put through while he is on the lam. (Summary by Roger Melin) <br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/northwest-by-harold-bindloss/ |
br em northwest em takes place western canada primarily western alberta british columbia story revolves around jimmy sure whether shot killed northwest mounted friends hunting one day exactly bushman needs head northwest avoid capture officials find bring trial least that s suspects survival wilderness one raised british class proves daunting experience learn trials put lam summary roger melin br br |
| 6552 |
6491 |
7068 |
Dress Design: An Account of Costume for Artists and Dressmakers |
Talbot Hughes |
Art, Design & Architecture, History |
Explanations of Western European trends in men and women's fashion from prehistoric times to the Victorian Era. (Summary by Libby Gohn)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dress-design-an-account-of-costume-for-artists-and-dressmakers-by-talbot-hughes/ |
explanations western european trends men women s fashion prehistoric times victorian era summary libby gohn p |
| 6553 |
6492 |
7069 |
Age of Innocence (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Edith Wharton |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The Age of Innocence centers on an upper-class couple's impending marriage, and the introduction of a woman plagued by scandal whose presence threatens their happiness. Though the novel questions the assumptions and morals of 1870s' New York society, it never devolves into an outright condemnation of the institution. In fact, Wharton considered this novel an "apology" for her earlier, more brutal and critical novel, The House of Mirth. Not to be overlooked is Wharton's attention to detailing the charms and customs of the upper caste. The novel is lauded for its accurate portrayal of how the 19th-century East Coast American upper class lived, and this, combined with the social tragedy, earned Wharton a Pulitzer Prize — the first Pulitzer awarded to a woman. Edith Wharton was 58 years old at publication; she lived in that world, and saw it change dramatically by the end of World War I. The title is an ironic comment on the polished outward manners of New York society, when compared to its inward machinations. (Summary by Wikipedia) \n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNewland Archer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5694">Winston Tharp</a><br>\nLawrence Lefferts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nChristine Nillson : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nSillerton Jackson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>\nYoung Man/Thorley/Waiter/Mr. Merry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>\nMrs. Manson Mingott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nMay Welland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\nMrs. Welland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nEllen Olenska: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMrs. Archer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nJulius Beaufort: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>\nJaney Archer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nHenry van der Lyden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>\nLouisa van der Lyden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>\nGertrude Lefferts/Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nNastasia : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a><br>\nDuke of St. Austrey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nMrs. Struthers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7816">Stefanie Heinrichs</a><br>\nButler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>\nMr. Letterblair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nNed Winsett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. Welland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nMarchioness Medora Manson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nDr. Carver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\n and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>\nReggie Chivers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7740">Drpage</a><br>\nThe Rector/Gov. of New York: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nM. Riviere: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMiss Blenker/Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7656">Naomi Park</a><br>\nMiss Sophy Jackson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nRegina Beaufort: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nMrs. Lovell Mingott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7717">Astrid Fingerhut</a><br>\nDallas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nNarration: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14337">ambsweet13</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14461">Pari</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-innocence-dramatic-reading-by-edith-wharton/ |
age innocence centers upper class couple s impending marriage introduction woman plagued scandal whose presence threatens happiness though novel questions assumptions morals 1870s new york society never devolves outright condemnation institution fact wharton considered novel apology earlier brutal critical novel house mirth overlooked wharton s attention detailing charms customs upper caste novel lauded accurate portrayal 19th century east coast american upper class lived this combined social tragedy earned wharton pulitzer prize first pulitzer awarded woman edith wharton 58 years old publication lived world saw change dramatically end world war i title ironic comment polished outward manners new york society compared inward machinations summary wikipedia br br cast list br newland archer a href https librivox org reader 5694 winston tharp a br lawrence lefferts a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br and a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br christine nillson a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br and a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br sillerton jackson a href https librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br young man thorley waiter mr merry a href https librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br mrs manson mingott a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br may welland a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br mrs welland a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br and a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br ellen olenska a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br and a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mrs archer a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br julius beaufort a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br janey archer a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br henry van der lyden a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br louisa van der lyden a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br gertrude lefferts maid a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br nastasia a href https librivox org reader 4009 diana majlinger a br duke st austrey a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br mrs struthers a href https librivox org reader 7816 stefanie heinrichs a br butler a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br mr letterblair a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br ned winsett a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr welland a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br marchioness medora manson a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br dr carver a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br reggie chivers a href https librivox org reader 7740 drpage a br rector gov new york a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br m riviere a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br miss blenker young lady a href https librivox org reader 7656 naomi park a br miss sophy jackson a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br regina beaufort a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mrs lovell mingott a href https librivox org reader 7717 astrid fingerhut a br dallas a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br narration a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br and a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br and a href https librivox org reader 14337 ambsweet13 a br and a href https librivox org reader 14461 pari a br editing a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br and a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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6493 |
7070 |
Short Poetry Collection 183 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 35 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for August 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-183-by-various/ |
collection 35 poems read english librivox volunteers august 2018 |
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6494 |
7071 |
Heartbreak House |
George Bernard Shaw |
Comedy |
On the eve of World War I, Ellie Dunn, her father, and her fiancé are invited to one of Hesione Hushabye’s infamous dinner parties. Unfortunately, her fiancé is a scoundrel, her father’s a bumbling prig, and she’s actually in love with Hector, Hesione’s husband. This bold mix of farce and tragedy lampoons British society as it blithely sinks towards disaster. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Nurse Guinness: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Ellie Dunn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Captain Shotover: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Lady Ariadne Utterword: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Hesione Hushabye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mazzini Dunn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>Hector Hushabye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Boss Mangan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br>Randall Utterword: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>The Burglar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/heartbreak-house-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
eve world war i ellie dunn father fiancé invited one hesione hushabye s infamous dinner parties unfortunately fiancé scoundrel father s bumbling prig she s actually love hector hesione s husband bold mix farce tragedy lampoons british society blithely sinks towards disaster summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br nurse guinness a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br ellie dunn a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br captain shotover a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br lady ariadne utterword a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br hesione hushabye a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mazzini dunn a href http librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br hector hushabye a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br boss mangan a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br randall utterword a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br the burglar a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6495 |
7072 |
Kinder- und Hausmärchen (1812/15) Teil 3 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Anlässlich des 200. Jubiläums der Kinder- und Hausmärchen präsentiert LibriVox eine Auswahl aus der ersten Auflage der Kinder- und Hausmärchen von 1812/15. Die erste Auflage der berühmten Märchensammlung unterscheidet sich in einigen Punkten von den bekannteren späteren Auflagen. Sie enthält Geschichten, die in den späteren Auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden, um dem Geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen Publikums entgegenzukommen. So wird Rapunzel hier noch schwanger und Hänsel und Gretel werden von ihrer Mutter im Wald verlassen, nicht von der Stiefmutter. Auch sind viele Märchen mit hugenottischem Hintergrund enthalten, z.B. Der gestiefelte Kater, der auf Charles Perrault zurückgeht und in späteren Auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist. Die durch die Brüder Grimm kommentierten Erstausgabe ist Teil des Weltdokumentenerbes der UNESCO. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) </p> |
German |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/kinder-und-hausmaerchen-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
anlässlich des 200 jubiläums der kinder und hausmärchen präsentiert librivox eine auswahl aus der ersten auflage der kinder und hausmärchen von 1812 15 die erste auflage der berühmten märchensammlung unterscheidet sich einigen punkten von den bekannteren späteren auflagen sie enthält geschichten die den späteren auflagen entschärft und verniedlicht wurden um dem geschmack des vorwiegend bürgerlichen publikums entgegenzukommen wird rapunzel hier noch schwanger und hänsel und gretel werden von ihrer mutter im wald verlassen nicht von der stiefmutter auch sind viele märchen mit hugenottischem hintergrund enthalten z b der gestiefelte kater der auf charles perrault zurückgeht und späteren auflagen nicht mehr enthalten ist die durch die brüder grimm kommentierten erstausgabe ist teil des weltdokumentenerbes der unesco zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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6496 |
7073 |
Anti-imperialist Writings |
Mark Twain |
Satire, Literary Collections |
This audiobook is a collection of Mark Twain's anti-imperialist writings (newspaper articles, interviews, speeches, letters, essays and pamphlets). (Summary by Vineshen Pillay) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/anti-imperialist-writings-by-mark-twain/ |
audiobook collection mark twain s anti imperialist writings newspaper articles interviews speeches letters essays pamphlets summary vineshen pillay |
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6497 |
7074 |
Men of Harlech |
Talhaiarn |
Poetry, Narratives, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers present 7 versions of "Men of Harlech" by Talhaiarn. This was the weekly poem for the week of September 23, 2012.<br/><br/>\n\n"Men of Harlech" or "The March of the Men of Harlech" is a song and military march which is traditionally said to describe events during the seven year long siege of Harlech Castle between 1461 and 1468. The music was first published without words in 1794, but it is said to be a much earlier folk air. The song was published in Volume II of the 1862 collection Welsh Melodies with the Welsh lyrics by the Welsh poet John Jones (Talhaiarn). A version translated by John Oxenford was published in "The Songs of Wales" in 1873 with music edited by Brinley Richards. This is the version recorded in this week's poetry project. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/men-of-harlech-by-talhaiarn/ |
librivox readers present 7 versions men harlech talhaiarn weekly poem week september 23 2012 br br men harlech the march men harlech song military march traditionally said describe events seven year long siege harlech castle 1461 1468 music first published without words 1794 said much earlier folk air song published volume ii 1862 collection welsh melodies welsh lyrics welsh poet john jones talhaiarn version translated john oxenford published the songs wales 1873 music edited brinley richards version recorded week s poetry project summary wikipedia br br |
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6498 |
7075 |
Lie (version 2) |
Sir Walter Raleigh |
Poetry, Satire, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of "The Lie" by Sir Walter Raleigh. This was the fortnightly poem for the period beginning September 16, 2012.<br><br>The Lie is a political and social criticism poem probably written by Sir Walter Raleigh. Speaking in the imperative mood throughout, he commands his soul to go "upon a thankless errand" and tell various people and organizations of their misdeeds and wrongdoings. And if they object, Raleigh commands, publicly accuse them to be lying, or "give them the lie." To "give the lie" was a common phrase in Raleigh's time of writing. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-lie-by-sir-walter-raleigh-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings the lie sir walter raleigh fortnightly poem period beginning september 16 2012 br br the lie political social criticism poem probably written sir walter raleigh speaking imperative mood throughout commands soul go upon thankless errand tell various people organizations misdeeds wrongdoings object raleigh commands publicly accuse lying give lie give lie common phrase raleigh s time writing summary wikipedia p |
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6499 |
7076 |
Almayer's Folly |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
A European businessman and his Malayan wife have a daughter, Nina. A Malayan prince comes to do trade with the businessman and falls in love with the daughter. Conflict arises when other influences cause distrust in the business partnership and the daughter runs off to be with the prince. (Summary by Kristel Tretter)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/almayers-folly-by-joseph-conrad-2/ |
european businessman malayan wife daughter nina malayan prince comes trade businessman falls love daughter conflict arises influences cause distrust business partnership daughter runs prince summary kristel tretter p |
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6500 |
7077 |
Brood of the Dark Moon |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Science Fiction |
Once more Chet, Walt and Diane are united in a wild ride to the Dark Moon—but this time they go as prisoners of their deadly enemy Schwartzmann.(Summary by Charles Diffin)</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/brood-of-the-dark-moon-by-charles-w-diffin/ |
chet walt diane united wild ride dark moon but time go prisoners deadly enemy schwartzmann summary charles diffin p |
| 6562 |
6501 |
7078 |
Curious Myths of the Middle Ages |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, *Non-fiction, History |
<p>This volume is an example of Sabine Baring-Gould's extensive research into the middle ages. This volume of 12 curiosities was one of Baring-Gould's most successful publications. (Summary by Carolin)</p>\n |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/curious-myths-of-the-middle-ages-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
p this volume example sabine baring gould s extensive research middle ages volume 12 curiosities one baring gould s successful publications summary carolin p |
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6502 |
7079 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 3 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography, Earth Sciences |
<br />National Geographic Magazine Volume 1 Number 3 published in 1889. Topics of articles are:\n\n<br /><br />The Rivers and Valleys of Pennsylvania\n<br />Topographic Models\n<br />International Literary Contest\n<br /><br />(Summary by Guero) <br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-01-no-3/ |
br national geographic magazine volume 1 number 3 published 1889 topics articles are br br the rivers valleys pennsylvania br topographic models br international literary contest br br summary guero br br |
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6504 |
7081 |
Pariah Planet |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
When the blue plague appeared on the planet of Dara, fear struck nearby worlds. The fear led to a hate that threatened the lives of millions and endangered the Galactic peace. But the Med Service ship Aesculapius 20 with Calhoun and Murgatroyd the Tormal aboard are on the job and have stumbled into the horrible mess caused by unreasoning hatred, quarantine, mass starvation and worse. Calhoun must use all his medical knowledge and significant skills to even understand the situation here in neglected Sector 12. Can he and Murgatroyd untangle this Gordian's knot and live to tell the tale? Maybe and maybe not. Listen and find out. (Summary by Phil Chenevert ) </p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/pariah-planet-by-murray-leinster/ |
blue plague appeared planet dara fear struck nearby worlds fear led hate threatened lives millions endangered galactic peace med service ship aesculapius 20 calhoun murgatroyd tormal aboard job stumbled horrible mess caused unreasoning hatred quarantine mass starvation worse calhoun must use medical knowledge significant skills even understand situation neglected sector 12 murgatroyd untangle gordian s knot live tell tale maybe maybe not listen find out summary phil chenevert p |
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6505 |
7082 |
New Adventures of Alice |
John Rae |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
After reading and re-reading the book many time as a boy and wishing that Lewis Carroll would have written another Alice In Wonderland Book, John Rae began imagining what that girl would have gotten up to if he had done so. Telling these stories to his children over the years, where they were enthusiastically received, he finally decided to share them with the world. And here they are! The New Adventures of Alice(Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/new-adventures-of-alice-by-john-rae/ |
reading re reading book many time boy wishing lewis carroll would written another alice wonderland book john rae began imagining girl would gotten done so telling stories children years enthusiastically received finally decided share world are new adventures alice summary phil chenevert p |
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6506 |
7083 |
Seven Against Thebes |
Aeschylus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Plays |
In this, the only extant tragedy from Aeschylus' trilogy about the House of Oedipus, Thebes is under siege from Polynices, a former prince of Thebes. After King Oedipus left his city and cursed the princes, Polynices and his brother, Eteocles, decided to rule alternately, switching at the end of every year. However, at the end of his year as king, Eteocles refused to turn power over to his brother and exiled him, fulfilling his father's curse that the two brothers could not rule peacefully. In the action of the play, Polynices and a group of Argive soldiers are attacking Thebes so that he can take his place as ruler. Eteocles must combat both the foreign forces outside the walls and the crazed, frightened women within. Note: The ending of this play is suspect. The lines Antigone and Ismene's entrance to the end may have been added later, either after Sophocles' Theban plays became popular or in the Middle Ages. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<br><br>\n Narrator: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>\nEteocles: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7732">Daniel Vimont</a>\nChorus 1: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>\nChorus 2: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7679">Libby Gohn</a>\n Spy: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7515">Cynthia Moyer</a>\n Anigone: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6544">Amanda Friday</a>\n Ismene: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7138">Caprisha Page</a>\n Herald: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7170">Alan Mapstone</a></p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/seven-against-thebes-by-aeschylus/ |
this extant tragedy aeschylus trilogy house oedipus thebes siege polynices former prince thebes king oedipus left city cursed princes polynices brother eteocles decided rule alternately switching end every year however end year king eteocles refused turn power brother exiled him fulfilling father s curse two brothers could rule peacefully action play polynices group argive soldiers attacking thebes take place ruler eteocles must combat foreign forces outside walls crazed frightened women within note ending play suspect lines antigone ismene s entrance end may added later either sophocles theban plays became popular middle ages summary libby gohn br br narrator a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7315 charlotte duckett a eteocles a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7732 daniel vimont a chorus 1 a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1259 elizabeth klett a chorus 2 a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7679 libby gohn a spy a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7515 cynthia moyer a anigone a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6544 amanda friday a ismene a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7138 caprisha page a herald a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7170 alan mapstone a p |
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6507 |
7084 |
Sybil, or the Two Nations |
Benjamin Disraeli |
Romance |
Sybil is one of the most prominent political novels of the mid-nineteenth century, taking as its subject the "condition of England" question. That phrase was first used by Thomas Carlyle in an essay of 1839 on Chartism, a working-class protest movement that plays a prominent role in this novel. The two nations are the rich and the poor, and the increasing gulf between them, and their condition also inspired such writers as Charles Dickens and Mrs. Gaskell, among others (one of whom, Friederich Engels, was the disciple of Karl Marx, and in his The Condition of the Working Class in England in 1844 described the appalling effects of the industrial revolution a year before Sybil appeared).</p>\n\nDisraeli, of course, was far from being a Marxist though, like Engels, his sympathies are with the poor, exemplified in this book particularly by the Chartists, who were active between roughly 1839 and 1848. In his view, the villains are the aristocratic Whigs and Whig-Liberals, who, ever since the despoliation of the monasteries by Henry VIII in the sixteenth century, had made sure that the moneys which had been used for the alleviation of social distress and poverty, now flowed into their own pockets, leaving the poor with little recourse to help. His solution, which he sought to put into effect when he later became Prime Minister, was to push for measures of what he called "Tory democracy," or a kind of "compassionate conservatism," though quite different from the sort recently seen in the United States.\n\nWhatever one thinks of his politics, Disraeli tells a good story, in this case about the love of the aristocratic Charles Egremont for the lovely Chartist Sybil Gerard. In 2003, the Guardian ranked Sybil as No. 15 on its list of Hundred Greatest novels, and some consider it the best political novel of the nineteenth century. There is also general agreement that Disraeli (Lord Beaconsfield, as he became) and Winston Churchill are probably the only two prime ministers who can be seen as successes in the world of literature as well as that of politics. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/sybil-or-the-two-nations-by-benjamin-disraeli/ |
sybil one prominent political novels mid nineteenth century taking subject condition england question phrase first used thomas carlyle essay 1839 chartism working class protest movement plays prominent role novel two nations rich poor increasing gulf them condition also inspired writers charles dickens mrs gaskell among others one whom friederich engels disciple karl marx condition working class england 1844 described appalling effects industrial revolution year sybil appeared p disraeli course far marxist though like engels sympathies poor exemplified book particularly chartists active roughly 1839 1848 view villains aristocratic whigs whig liberals who ever since despoliation monasteries henry viii sixteenth century made sure moneys used alleviation social distress poverty flowed pockets leaving poor little recourse help solution sought put effect later became prime minister push measures called tory democracy kind compassionate conservatism though quite different sort recently seen united states whatever one thinks politics disraeli tells good story case love aristocratic charles egremont lovely chartist sybil gerard 2003 guardian ranked sybil no 15 list hundred greatest novels consider best political novel nineteenth century also general agreement disraeli lord beaconsfield became winston churchill probably two prime ministers seen successes world literature well politics summary nicholas clifford |
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6508 |
7085 |
Religion of Ancient Egypt |
William Matthew Flinders Petrie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
William Matthew Flinders Petrie – the father of Egyptian Archaeology – developed and applied statistical analysis to pottery from prehistoric sites and by this established seriation as a relative dating method as a major contribution to Egyptian Archaeology. In this scientific paper he describes special varieties of the conception of the supernatural in ancient Egypt. The source text also includes a list of "principal works on Egyptian religion" and a list of works "on religions ancient and modern". (Summary by Kajo and Piotrek81) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-religion-of-ancient-egypt-by-william-matthew-flinders-petrie/ |
william matthew flinders petrie father egyptian archaeology developed applied statistical analysis pottery prehistoric sites established seriation relative dating method major contribution egyptian archaeology scientific paper describes special varieties conception supernatural ancient egypt source text also includes list principal works egyptian religion list works on religions ancient modern summary kajo piotrek81 p |
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6509 |
7086 |
Tales of Folk and Fairies |
Katharine Pyle |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
In "Tales of Folk and Fairies" Ms. Pyle tells 15 different children's stories from around the world; each more delightful than the last. Each story stands completely on it's own and although they were probably meant for children, adults will certainly enjoy them as well. (Summary by wtomcho)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-folk-and-fairies-by-katharine-pyle/ |
tales folk fairies ms pyle tells 15 different children s stories around world delightful last story stands completely although probably meant children adults certainly enjoy well summary wtomcho p |
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6522 |
7100 |
Weihnachtsmärchen für Kinder |
Luise Büchner |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
»Liebe Tante,« sagte eines Abends, grade acht Tage vor Weihnachten, die kleine Mathilde, »du erzählst mir immer von dem Christkindchen, aber gar nichts von seiner Mama. Sage mir doch, wer sie gewesen ist und wo sie gewohnt hat.« »Nun, wenn du hübsch ruhig sitzen und zuhören willst und der Georg auch, dann will ich euch alles erzählen, was ich von dem Christkindchen, von seiner Mama, dem Knecht Nikolaus und dem Eselchen weiß.« (Zusammenfassung von zeno.org)</p> |
German |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/weihnachtsmaerchen-fuer-kinder-by-luise-buechner/ |
liebe tante sagte eines abends grade acht tage vor weihnachten die kleine mathilde du erzählst mir immer von dem christkindchen aber gar nichts von seiner mama sage mir doch wer sie gewesen ist und wo sie gewohnt hat nun wenn du hübsch ruhig sitzen und zuhören willst und der georg auch dann ich euch alles erzählen ich von dem christkindchen von seiner mama dem knecht nikolaus und dem eselchen weiß zusammenfassung von zeno org p |
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6510 |
7087 |
Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir, volume 2 |
Camilo Castelo Branco |
Satire, Single Author Collections |
Camilo Castelo Branco foi o primeiro escritor português a conseguir viver dos seus trabalhos literários. Apesar desta situação poder condicionar a sua escrita, Camilo conseguiu manter o seu estilo muito próprio que o levou a ser considerado um dos mais importantes escritores da literatura portuguesa. Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir, é uma colecção de doze volumes, de publicação mensal, em que Camilo Castelo Branco apresenta pequenos textos sobre variadas temáticas e que, segundo o próprio, foram inspirados nas suas muitas noites de insónia. ( Resumo por sailormoon )</p> |
Portuguese |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/noites-de-insomnia-2-by-camilo-castelo-branco/ |
camilo castelo branco foi primeiro escritor português conseguir viver dos seus trabalhos literários apesar desta situação poder condicionar sua escrita camilo conseguiu manter seu estilo muito próprio que levou ser considerado um dos mais importantes escritores da literatura portuguesa noites de insomnia offerecidas quem não póde dormir é uma colecção de doze volumes de publicação mensal em que camilo castelo branco apresenta pequenos textos sobre variadas temáticas e que segundo próprio foram inspirados nas suas muitas noites de insónia resumo por sailormoon p |
| 6572 |
6511 |
7088 |
Address to Free Colored Americans |
An Anti-Slavery Convention of American Women |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The first Anti-Slavery Convention of American Women met in New York City in May, 1837. Members at the Convention came from all walks of life and included such prominent women as Mary Parker, Lucretia Mott, the Grimke sisters, and Lydia Maria Child. One outcome of this important event was a statement of the organization’s role in the abolitionist movement as expressed in AN ADDRESS TO FREE COLORED AMERICANS, which begins: “The sympathy we feel for our oppressed fellow-citizens who are enslaved in these United States, has called us together, to devise by mutual conference the best means for bringing our guilty country to a sense of her transgressions; and to implore the God of the oppressed to guide and bless our labors on behalf of our "countrymen in chains." This significant event was a precursor to the growing women’s rights movement of the time and to greater female involvement in other political reform movements. (Summary by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/an-address-to-free-colored-americans/ |
first anti slavery convention american women met new york city may 1837 members convention came walks life included prominent women mary parker lucretia mott grimke sisters lydia maria child one outcome important event statement organization s role abolitionist movement expressed address free colored americans begins the sympathy feel oppressed fellow citizens enslaved united states called us together devise mutual conference best means bringing guilty country sense transgressions implore god oppressed guide bless labors behalf countrymen chains significant event precursor growing women s rights movement time greater female involvement political reform movements summary lubee930 p |
| 6573 |
6512 |
7089 |
Best British Short Stories of 1922 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Twenty-four short stories by famous and not-so-famous British authors. (Summary by David Wales) </p>\n<i>Note: A shortened section 21 was replaced on Dec 30, 2014 with the full text.</i> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-british-short-stories-of-1922-by-various/ |
twenty four short stories famous not so famous british authors summary david wales p i note shortened section 21 replaced dec 30 2014 full text i |
| 6574 |
6513 |
7090 |
Mrs. Raffles |
John Kendrick Bangs |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Mrs. Raffles, widow of the now deceased A. J. Raffles (who was the gentleman thief pursued at one time by Sherlock Holmes), continues the family legacy of crime—but this time in America. These stories are narrated by her cohort, Harry “Bunny” Manders, previously the devoted friend and sidekick of A.J. Raffles before his death. (Summary by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-raffles-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
mrs raffles widow deceased a j raffles who gentleman thief pursued one time sherlock holmes continues family legacy crime but time america stories narrated cohort harry bunny manders previously devoted friend sidekick a j raffles death summary lubee930 p |
| 6575 |
6514 |
7091 |
Sergeant York and His People |
Sam K. Cowan |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (20th C) |
From a cabin back in the mountains of Tennessee, forty-eight miles from the railroad, a young man went to the World War. He was untutored in the ways of the world. Caught by the enemy in the cove of a hill in the Forest of Argonne, he did not run; but sank into the bushes and single-handed fought a battalion of German machine gunners until he made them come down that hill to him with their hands in air. There were one hundred and thirty-two of them left, and he marched them, prisoners, into the American line. Marshal Foch, in decorating him, said, "What you did was the greatest thing accomplished by any private soldier of all of the armies of Europe." His ancestors were cane-cutters and Indian fighters. Their lives were rich in the romance of adventure. They were men of strong hate and gentle love. His people have lived in the simplicity of the pioneer. This is not a war-story, but the tale of the making of a man. His ancestors were able to leave him but one legacy—an idea of American manhood. In the period that has elapsed since he came down from the mountains he has done three things—and any one of them would have marked him for distinction. (Summary by Sam Cowan) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/sergeant-york-and-his-people-by-sam-k-cowan/ |
cabin back mountains tennessee forty eight miles railroad young man went world war untutored ways world caught enemy cove hill forest argonne run sank bushes single handed fought battalion german machine gunners made come hill hands air one hundred thirty two left marched them prisoners american line marshal foch decorating him said what greatest thing accomplished private soldier armies europe ancestors cane cutters indian fighters lives rich romance adventure men strong hate gentle love people lived simplicity pioneer war story tale making man ancestors able leave one legacy an idea american manhood period elapsed since came mountains done three things and one would marked distinction summary sam cowan p |
| 6576 |
6515 |
7092 |
Cheese Curd for Bait |
James McIntyre |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Cheese Curd for Bait by James McIntyre. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 23, 2012.<br><br>James McIntyre, born in Scotland, came to Canada in 1841. He finally settled in Ingersoll (a town in central Ontario on the banks of the Thames River), the then-heart of Canadian dairy country.<br>He was well loved in the community, from which he often received aid in hard times, due in part to his poesy and oratorical skills — he was called on to speak at every kind of social gathering in Ingersoll. The region seems to have inspired him, and it was in celebration of the proud history of Canada, the natural beauty and industry of the region, and especially its cheese, that the majority of his oeuvre was written. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/cheese-curd-for-bait-by-james-mcintyre/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings cheese curd bait james mcintyre weekly poetry project september 23 2012 br br james mcintyre born scotland came canada 1841 finally settled ingersoll a town central ontario banks thames river then heart canadian dairy country br he well loved community often received aid hard times due part poesy oratorical skills called speak every kind social gathering ingersoll region seems inspired him celebration proud history canada natural beauty industry region especially cheese majority oeuvre written summary wikipedia p |
| 6577 |
6580 |
7161 |
Marne: a tale of the war |
Edith Wharton |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
American writer Edith Wharton is known for her novels of manners set in old New York; yet much of her adult life was spent in France. She lived in Paris throughout World War I and was heavily involved in refugee work. Her 1918 novella The Marne dramatizes the events of the war as seen through the eyes of 15-year-old Troy Belknap, an American boy who longs to join up and save his beloved France. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-marne-a-tale-of-the-war-by-edith-wharton/ |
american writer edith wharton known novels manners set old new york yet much adult life spent france lived paris throughout world war heavily involved refugee work 1918 novella marne dramatizes events war seen eyes 15 year old troy belknap american boy longs join save beloved france summary elizabeth klett p |
| 6578 |
6516 |
7093 |
Alexander Hamilton |
Charles A. Conant |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
<br />Alexander Hamilton was a significant figure in the political and economic development of the early United States. He served in the American Revolutionary War and became an aide to General George Washington. He was one of the authors (along with John Jay and James Madison) of a series of essays know as The Federalist Papers, which were written in support of the ratification of the proposed Constitution. Scholars and others still refer to these essays to this day for interpretation of the Constitution. As the first Secretary of the Treasury in George Washington’s Cabinet, Hamilton was a proponent of a strong centralized government. Hamilton pursued many actions (some controversial) in an attempt to provide financial stability for the new government, including the establishment of the U.S. Mint and a National Bank. Ironically, he may most often be remembered for the infamous pistol duel with Aaron Burr that resulted in Hamilton’s death. (Summary by lubee930) <br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/alexander-hamilton-by-charles-a-conant/ |
br alexander hamilton significant figure political economic development early united states served american revolutionary war became aide general george washington one authors along john jay james madison series essays know federalist papers written support ratification proposed constitution scholars others still refer essays day interpretation constitution first secretary treasury george washington s cabinet hamilton proponent strong centralized government hamilton pursued many actions some controversial attempt provide financial stability new government including establishment u s mint national bank ironically may often remembered infamous pistol duel aaron burr resulted hamilton s death summary lubee930 br br |
| 6579 |
6517 |
7095 |
Simultan Krippenspiel (Concert bruitiste) |
Hugo Ball |
Plays |
Dies ist ein ungewöhnliches dadaistisches Krippenspiel, wobei die Weihnachtsgeschichte fast nur mit Hilfe von Lauten und Geräuschen erzählt wird. Hugo Ball, ein deutscher Autor, gilt as einer der Begründer der Dada-Bewegung und Pionier der Lautgedichte. (Zusammenfassung von Availle)<br><br>\n\nThis is a dadaistic Christmas play by Hugo Ball, where mainly sounds are used to convey the story. <br><br>\n\n<b>Die Rollen:</b><br>\nErzaehler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a><br>\nDer Wind: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\nTon der heiligen Nacht, Lichtapparat und Glöckchen der Elefanten/Glöckchen/Glocken: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3885">Elli</a><br>\nDie Hirten, Schaf/Lamm und Flöte: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>\nEsel und Geräusch der Litanei: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5409">Christa</a><br>\nÖchslein: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>\nJosef und Nageln: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nMaria, Stilisiertes Lachen und Ankunft: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nDer Stern: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nDer Engel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nDie Karawane der drei Könige, die drei Könige, Schnauben und Wiehern der Pferde und Kacken der Kamele: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>\nTrompete: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nJesus und Zurufen der Knechte: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\n\n<b>Andere Nebengeräusche und Schnitt: Karlsson</b></p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/simultan-krippenspiel-by-hugo-ball/ |
dies ist ein ungewöhnliches dadaistisches krippenspiel wobei die weihnachtsgeschichte fast nur mit hilfe von lauten und geräuschen erzählt wird hugo ball ein deutscher autor gilt einer der begründer der dada bewegung und pionier der lautgedichte zusammenfassung von availle br br dadaistic christmas play hugo ball mainly sounds used convey story br br b die rollen b br erzaehler a href http librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br der wind a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br ton der heiligen nacht lichtapparat und glöckchen der elefanten glöckchen glocken a href http librivox org reader 3885 elli a br die hirten schaf lamm und flöte a href http librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br esel und geräusch der litanei a href http librivox org reader 5409 christa a br öchslein a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br josef und nageln a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br maria stilisiertes lachen und ankunft a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br der stern a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br der engel a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br die karawane der drei könige die drei könige schnauben und wiehern der pferde und kacken der kamele a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br trompete a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br jesus und zurufen der knechte a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br b andere nebengeräusche und schnitt karlsson b p |
| 6580 |
6518 |
7096 |
Spaceship Named McGuire |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Can a spaceship go crazy? Well, yes it can if it has a brain. And the new MG (magnetogravitic drive) experimental robot space ship does indeed have a 'brain'. Completely bewildered as to why the first six models of their supposedly perfect new ship model, the MG-YR, nicknamed the McGuire, have gone totally bonkers after activation and before they could ever be used, the company has called in the services of Daniel Oak. They suspect sabotage of course. Daniel Oak is the hard boiled private investigator with nerves of steel and a mind of the same substance. He is extremely expensive to hire but gets results; and he knows his way around crime, space ships and especially women. What he finds out is surprising! (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/a-spaceship-named-mcguire-by-randall-garrett/ |
spaceship go crazy well yes brain new mg magnetogravitic drive experimental robot space ship indeed brain completely bewildered first six models supposedly perfect new ship model mg yr nicknamed mcguire gone totally bonkers activation could ever used company called services daniel oak suspect sabotage course daniel oak hard boiled private investigator nerves steel mind substance extremely expensive hire gets results knows way around crime space ships especially women finds surprising summary phil chenevert p |
| 6581 |
6519 |
7097 |
Marriage of Heaven and Hell |
William Blake |
General Fiction, Poetry, Satire |
The work was composed between 1790 and 1793, in the period of radical foment and political conflict immediately after the French Revolution. The title is an ironic reference to Emanuel Swedenborg's theological work Heaven and Hell published in Latin 33 years earlier. Swedenborg is directly cited and criticized by Blake several places in the Marriage. Though Blake was influenced by his grand and mystical cosmic conception, Swedenborg's conventional moral structures and his Manichean view of good and evil led Blake to express a deliberately depolarized and unified vision of the cosmos in which the material world and physical desire are equally part of the divine order, hence, a marriage of heaven and hell. The book is written in prose, except for the opening "Argument" and the "Song of Liberty". The book describes the poet's visit to Hell, a device adopted by Blake from Dante's Inferno and Milton's Paradise Lost. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1793 |
https://librivox.org/the-marriage-of-heaven-and-hell-by-william-blake/ |
work composed 1790 1793 period radical foment political conflict immediately french revolution title ironic reference emanuel swedenborg s theological work heaven hell published latin 33 years earlier swedenborg directly cited criticized blake several places marriage though blake influenced grand mystical cosmic conception swedenborg s conventional moral structures manichean view good evil led blake express deliberately depolarized unified vision cosmos material world physical desire equally part divine order hence marriage heaven hell book written prose except opening argument song liberty book describes poet s visit hell device adopted blake dante s inferno milton s paradise lost summary wikipedia p |
| 6582 |
6520 |
7098 |
Adventskalender 2012 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. - 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme. (Zusammenfassung von Elli)<br><br />"Die kleine Seejungfrau" Übersetzt von Julius Reuscher <br>"Das Mädchen mit den Schwefelhölzern" übersetzt von Paul Arndt<br>"Die Legende von der Christrose" und "Gottesfriede" übersetzt von Marie Franzos (1870-1941)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2012-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 24 dezember eine aufnahme zusammenfassung von elli br br die kleine seejungfrau übersetzt von julius reuscher br das mädchen mit den schwefelhölzern übersetzt von paul arndt br die legende von der christrose und gottesfriede übersetzt von marie franzos 1870 1941 p |
| 6583 |
6521 |
7099 |
Klok van Meester Humphrey |
Charles Dickens |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
Enkele korte verhalen uit het weekblad 'De klok van meester Humphrey'. In dit blad zijn 'Nelly' en 'Barnaby Rudge' gepubliceerd. 'Schetsen van Boz' wordt aangekondigd. Samuel Pickwick en Sam Weller uit de 'Pickwick Papers' zijn personages in enkele van de verhalen. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/de-klok-van-meester-humphrey-by-charles-dickens/ |
enkele korte verhalen uit het weekblad de klok van meester humphrey dit blad zijn nelly en barnaby rudge gepubliceerd schetsen van boz wordt aangekondigd samuel pickwick en sam weller uit de pickwick papers zijn personages enkele van de verhalen samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
| 6584 |
6523 |
7101 |
Pony Rider Boys in the Ozarks |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Yee-Haw!! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again! This time the boys are in the Ozark Mountains in Missouri. With Joe Hawk, or Eagle-eye, guiding them, Professor Zepplin and the Pony Rider Boys are sure to find many adventures in this action-packed, fourth book of this series by Frank Gee Patchin. (Summary by Ann Boulais) <br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-montana-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Montana</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-alkali-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-ozarks-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys move again time boys ozark mountains missouri joe hawk eagle eye guiding them professor zepplin pony rider boys sure find many adventures action packed fourth book series frank gee patchin summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in montana by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys montana a br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in the alkali by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys alkali a br br |
| 6585 |
6524 |
7102 |
Pariah Planet (version 2) |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
When the blue plague appeared on the planet of Dara, fear struck nearby worlds. The fear led to a hate that threatened the lives of millions and endangered the Galactic peace. (Summary by Gutenberg text) <p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/pariah-planet-version-2-by-murray-leinster/ |
blue plague appeared planet dara fear struck nearby worlds fear led hate threatened lives millions endangered galactic peace summary gutenberg text p |
| 6586 |
6525 |
7103 |
Remarks |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
"The range of subjects treated in this book is wonderful, even to me. It is a library of universal knowledge, and the facts contained in it are different from any other facts now in use. I have carefully guarded, all the way through, against using hackneyed and moth-eaten facts. As a result, I am able to come before the people with a set of new and attractive statements, so fresh and so crisp that an unkind word would wither them in a moment." - Summary by The Author |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/remarks-by-bill-nye/ |
the range subjects treated book wonderful even me library universal knowledge facts contained different facts use carefully guarded way through using hackneyed moth eaten facts result able come people set new attractive statements fresh crisp unkind word would wither moment summary author |
| 6587 |
6526 |
7104 |
Indian Fairy Tales |
Joseph Jacobs |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Humorous Fiction |
This book is a fine collection of Indian fairy tales, some are folklore, some are from the Jataka tales, and some from panchatantra. (Summary by sidhu177)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/indian-fairy-tales-by-joseph-jacobs/ |
book fine collection indian fairy tales folklore jataka tales panchatantra summary sidhu177 p |
| 6588 |
6527 |
7105 |
Elsie's Motherhood |
Martha Finley |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
After the Civil War, Elsie and her family return to their home in the South, dealing with the upheaval that the Reconstruction Era brought during the years after the war. (Summary by Gabrielle C)<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-motherhood-by-martha-finley/ |
civil war elsie family return home south dealing upheaval reconstruction era brought years war summary gabrielle c p |
| 6589 |
6528 |
7106 |
Sins of Hollywood |
Ed Roberts |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
Exacerbated by several high-profile Hollywood scandals, a wave of anti-Hollywood rhetoric tried to paint the movie capital as a veritable hotbed of crime, licentiousness, and moral transgression. THE SINS OF HOLLYWOOD, published in May 1922, is perhaps the most prominent anti-Hollywood polemic published during this turbulent time in film history. This anonymously-written booklet recounts in sensational, lurid detail the various high-profile scandals that precipitated the firestorm surrounding Hollywood's supposed moral turpitude. The author (later identified as former PHOTOPLAY editor Ed Roberts) pulls no punches in his condemnation of "movie vice." He even takes aim at some of Hollywood's biggest stars, directors, and producers: Rudolph Valentino, Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, Wallace Reid, Thomas Ince, Mabel Normand, Mae Busch, and more. Although real names are only sparingly used, most subjects are easily identified.\n\nIn a nutshell, the author takes us on a guided tour through the seedy, disreputable, thoroughly indecent underworld that lurks beneath Hollywood's glistening, glamorous facade. It is a sensational work of moral alarmism that gives us a wild, untamed, unapologetically lurid account of Hollywood's dark side. \n\nNOTE: This book is an entertaining, propulsively readable book regardless of one's prior knowledge of early Hollywood history. However, some listeners may want to know the identities of these scandalized stars. Their identities can be found in the annotations provided by TAYLOROLOGY: http://www.taylorology.com/issues/Taylor30.txt (Summary by ChuckW) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-sins-of-hollywood-by-ed-roberts/ |
exacerbated several high profile hollywood scandals wave anti hollywood rhetoric tried paint movie capital veritable hotbed crime licentiousness moral transgression sins hollywood published may 1922 perhaps prominent anti hollywood polemic published turbulent time film history anonymously written booklet recounts sensational lurid detail various high profile scandals precipitated firestorm surrounding hollywood s supposed moral turpitude author later identified former photoplay editor ed roberts pulls punches condemnation movie vice even takes aim hollywood s biggest stars directors producers rudolph valentino roscoe fatty arbuckle wallace reid thomas ince mabel normand mae busch more although real names sparingly used subjects easily identified nutshell author takes us guided tour seedy disreputable thoroughly indecent underworld lurks beneath hollywood s glistening glamorous facade sensational work moral alarmism gives us wild untamed unapologetically lurid account hollywood s dark side note book entertaining propulsively readable book regardless one s prior knowledge early hollywood history however listeners may want know identities scandalized stars identities found annotations provided taylorology http www taylorology com issues taylor30 txt summary chuckw p |
| 6590 |
6529 |
7107 |
Village Coquettes |
Charles Dickens |
Comedy |
Before he started writing novels, Charles Dickens tried his hand at theater. The Village Coquettes is a two act musical. Sadly the music was lost long ago so this will be a spoken version. This play completes the recording of the relatively unknown plays of Dickens in celebration of his 200th birthday! (Summary by ToddHW)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Squire Norton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>The Honorable Sparkins Flam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Old Benson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Mr. Martin Stokes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>George Edmunds: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>Young Benson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>John Maddox: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Lucy Benson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Rose: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7846">Marmalade Hanna</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by ToddHW</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-village-coquettes-by-charles-dickens/ |
started writing novels charles dickens tried hand theater village coquettes two act musical sadly music lost long ago spoken version play completes recording relatively unknown plays dickens celebration 200th birthday summary toddhw br br strong cast strong br squire norton a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br the honorable sparkins flam a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br old benson a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br mr martin stokes a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br george edmunds a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br young benson a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br john maddox a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br lucy benson a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br rose a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br servant a href http librivox org reader 7846 marmalade hanna a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br br strong audio edited toddhw strong br br |
| 6591 |
6543 |
7123 |
Native Races and the War |
Josephine Butler |
*Non-fiction, History |
Josephine Elizabeth Butler was a Victorian era British feminist who was strongly committed to liberal reforms. As a result of her efforts, international organisations including the International Abolitionist Federation were set up to campaign against state regulation of prostitution and the trafficking in women and children. This book reflects her abhorrence of slavery in all its forms and is particularly pertinent in our world of today. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/native-races-and-the-war-by-josephine-butler/ |
josephine elizabeth butler victorian era british feminist strongly committed liberal reforms result efforts international organisations including international abolitionist federation set campaign state regulation prostitution trafficking women children book reflects abhorrence slavery forms particularly pertinent world today summary wikipedia p |
| 6592 |
6530 |
7108 |
Changeling |
Thomas Middleton |
Comedy, Tragedy |
The Changeling is a sensational 1622 tragicomedy by Thomas Middleton and William Rowley that comprises two intertwining plots. The first involves Beatrice-Joanna, daughter of the governor of Alicante, and her unruly passion for Alsemero, despite the fact that she is engaged to Alonzo de Piracquo. She enlists the aid of her father's servant De Flores to kill Alonzo so that she can marry Alsemero. However, she does not anticipate that De Flores, who is in love with her, will demand payment for the deed. The second plot is set in a madhouse, where the jealous old doctor Alibius is keeping his beautiful young wife Isabella confined so that she will not be unfaithful to him. Despite his best efforts, she is assailed by illicit suitors on all sides: Franciscus, who disguises himself as a madman, Antonio, who disguises himself as a fool, and Lollio, his lustful servant. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Alsemero: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Jasperino: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>First Servant/Servant/First Madman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Pedro/Franciscus/Vermandero: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Beatrice-Joanna/Lollio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>DeFlores: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Diaphanta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7788">Meredith Clement</a><br>Alibius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Alonzo de Piracquo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Antonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7448">Kevin Johnson</a><br>Isabella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Tomazo de Piracquo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1653 |
https://librivox.org/the-changeling-by-thomas-middleton-and-william-rowley/ |
changeling sensational 1622 tragicomedy thomas middleton william rowley comprises two intertwining plots first involves beatrice joanna daughter governor alicante unruly passion alsemero despite fact engaged alonzo de piracquo enlists aid father s servant de flores kill alonzo marry alsemero however anticipate de flores love her demand payment deed second plot set madhouse jealous old doctor alibius keeping beautiful young wife isabella confined unfaithful him despite best efforts assailed illicit suitors sides franciscus disguises madman antonio disguises fool lollio lustful servant summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br alsemero a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br jasperino a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first servant servant first madman a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br pedro franciscus vermandero a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br beatrice joanna lollio a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br deflores a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br diaphanta a href http librivox org reader 7788 meredith clement a br alibius a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br alonzo de piracquo a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 7448 kevin johnson a br isabella a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br tomazo de piracquo a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 6593 |
6531 |
7110 |
Geldkomplex |
Franziska Gräfin zu Reventlow |
General Fiction |
In Briefform wird hier, in einer Parodie auf die Psychoanalyse, die Geschichte einer Frau erzählt, die in eine psychiatrische Anstalt eingewiesen wird, um ihren Geldkomplex behandeln zu lassen. Alles steht oder fällt mit einer Erbschaft, die auf sich warten lässt und die nötig ist um den Aufenthalt überhaupt bezahlen zu können. Wird der Schwindel auffliegen, oder kann das erhoffte Erbe noch die Rettung bringen? (Zusammenfassung von Jessi)</p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/der-geldkomplex-by-franziska-grafin-zu-reventlow/ |
briefform wird hier einer parodie auf die psychoanalyse die geschichte einer frau erzählt die eine psychiatrische anstalt eingewiesen wird um ihren geldkomplex behandeln zu lassen alles steht oder fällt mit einer erbschaft die auf sich warten lässt und die nötig ist um den aufenthalt überhaupt bezahlen zu können wird der schwindel auffliegen oder kann das erhoffte erbe noch die rettung bringen zusammenfassung von jessi p |
| 6594 |
6532 |
7112 |
Passionate Shepherd to His Love (version 2) |
Christopher Marlowe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Passionate Shepherd to His Love by Christopher Marlowe. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 30, 2012.<br><br>Christopher Marlowe was an English dramatist, poet and translator of the Elizabethan era. Marlowe was the foremost Elizabethan tragedian of his day.[2] He greatly influenced William Shakespeare, who was born in the same year as Marlowe and who rose to become the pre-eminent Elizabethan playwright after Marlowe's mysterious early death. (Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-passionate-shepherd-to-his-love-by-christopher-marlowe-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings passionate shepherd love christopher marlowe fortnightly poetry project september 30 2012 br br christopher marlowe english dramatist poet translator elizabethan era marlowe foremost elizabethan tragedian day 2 greatly influenced william shakespeare born year marlowe rose become pre eminent elizabethan playwright marlowe s mysterious early death summary wikipedia p |
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6533 |
7113 |
Love not me for comely grace |
John Wilbye |
Poetry, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Love not me for comely grace by John Wilbye. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 30, 2012<br><br>John Wilbye was an English madrigal composer, and is probably the most famous of all the English madrigalists; his pieces have long been favourites and are often included in modern collections. His style is characterized by delicate writing for the voice, acute sensitivity to the text and the use of "false relations" between the major and minor modes. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-not-me-for-comely-grace-by-john-wilbye/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings love comely grace john wilbye fortnightly poetry project september 30 2012 br br john wilbye english madrigal composer probably famous english madrigalists pieces long favourites often included modern collections style characterized delicate writing voice acute sensitivity text use false relations major minor modes summary wikipedia p |
| 6596 |
6534 |
7114 |
Wings and the Child |
E. Nesbit |
Education |
"When this book first came to my mind it came as a history and theory of the building of Magic Cities on tables, with bricks and toys and little things such as a child may find and use. But as I kept the thought by me it grew and changed, as thoughts will do, until at last it took shape as an attempt to contribute something, however small and unworthy, to the science of building a magic city in the soul of a child, a city built of all things pure and fine and beautiful." -- E. Nesbit<br><br>"This lovely book describes the practicalities of building cities (or forts, secret bases and fairytale palaces) out of household odds-and-ends. It also goes much further to speak of the importance of developing a child's imagination and other aspects of Education beyond simple instruction. Nesbit may not have realised how multicultural her own Britain was, let alone ours now, or that the wider world might be interested in this book, so please forgive some rather dated phrasing in places." -- Cori Samuel</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/wings-and-the-child-by-e-edith-nesbit/ |
when book first came mind came history theory building magic cities tables bricks toys little things child may find use kept thought grew changed thoughts do last took shape attempt contribute something however small unworthy science building magic city soul child city built things pure fine beautiful e nesbit br br this lovely book describes practicalities building cities or forts secret bases fairytale palaces household odds and ends also goes much speak importance developing child s imagination aspects education beyond simple instruction nesbit may realised multicultural britain was let alone now wider world might interested book please forgive rather dated phrasing places cori samuel p |
| 6597 |
6535 |
7115 |
Wopsy: The Adventures of a Guardian Angel |
Gerard F. Scriven |
Religion |
Wopsy is the story of a very young Guardian Angel, sent to watch over a pagan baby in Africa. Wopsy desperately wants his baby's soul to become white and clean in baptism, but what is a small guardian angel to do when there is no missionary priest in the village?<br><br>The author was a member of the missionary order of priests known as the White Fathers (So named because of the white habits they wore). He wrote the "Wopsy" series of books in order to encourage missionary vocations in young children. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/wopsy-the-adventures-of-a-guardian-angel-by-gerard-f-scriven/ |
wopsy story young guardian angel sent watch pagan baby africa wopsy desperately wants baby s soul become white clean baptism small guardian angel missionary priest village br br the author member missionary order priests known white fathers so named white habits wore wrote wopsy series books order encourage missionary vocations young children summary maria therese p |
| 6598 |
6536 |
7116 |
Morals (Moralia), Book 2 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Self-Help |
The Moralia (loosely translatable as "Matters relating to customs") of the 1st-century Greek scholar Plutarch of Chaeronea is an eclectic collection of 78 essays and transcribed speeches. They give an insight into Roman and Greek life, but often are also fascinating timeless observations in their own right. Many generations of Europeans have read or imitated them, including Montaigne and the Renaissance Humanists and Enlightenment philosophers. The Moralia include "On the Fortune or the Virtue of Alexander the Great" — an important adjunct to his Life of the great general — "On the Worship of Isis and Osiris" (a crucial source of information on Egyptian religious rites), and "On the Malice of Herodotus" (which may, like the orations on Alexander's accomplishments, have been a rhetorical exercise), in which Plutarch criticizes what he sees as systematic bias in the Father of History's work; along with more philosophical treatises, such as "On the Decline of the Oracles", "On the Delays of the Divine Vengeance", "On Peace of Mind" and lighter fare, such as "Odysseus and Gryllus", a humorous dialog between Homer's Odysseus and one of Circe's enchanted pigs. The Moralia were composed first, while writing the Lives occupied much of the last two decades of Plutarch's own life. Some editions of the Moralia include several works now known to be pseudepigrapha: among these are the "Lives of the Ten Orators" (biographies of the Ten Orators of ancient Athens, based on Caecilius of Calacte), "The Doctrines of the Philosophers", and "On Music". One "pseudo-Plutarch" is held responsible for all of these works, though their authorship is of course unknown. Though the thoughts and opinions recorded are not Plutarch's and come from a slightly later era, they are all classical in origin and have value to the historian. The book is also famously the first reference to the problem of the chicken and the egg. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-morals-moralia-book-2-by-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus/ |
moralia loosely translatable matters relating customs 1st century greek scholar plutarch chaeronea eclectic collection 78 essays transcribed speeches give insight roman greek life often also fascinating timeless observations right many generations europeans read imitated them including montaigne renaissance humanists enlightenment philosophers moralia include on fortune virtue alexander great important adjunct life great general on worship isis osiris a crucial source information egyptian religious rites on malice herodotus which may like orations alexander s accomplishments rhetorical exercise plutarch criticizes sees systematic bias father history s work along philosophical treatises on decline oracles on delays divine vengeance on peace mind lighter fare odysseus gryllus humorous dialog homer s odysseus one circe s enchanted pigs moralia composed first writing lives occupied much last two decades plutarch s life editions moralia include several works known pseudepigrapha among lives ten orators biographies ten orators ancient athens based caecilius calacte the doctrines philosophers on music one pseudo plutarch held responsible works though authorship course unknown though thoughts opinions recorded plutarch s come slightly later era classical origin value historian book also famously first reference problem chicken egg summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 6599 |
6537 |
7117 |
Stories from Virgil |
Alfred John Church |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Alfred J. Church created 26 stories from the original Greek version of Virgil's Aeneid. He included well-known ones, such as "The Horse of Wood" and "The Love and Death of Dido," as well as many others perhaps less well-known, such as "King Evander" and "The Funeral Games of Anchises." (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-virgil-by-alfred-john-church/ |
alfred j church created 26 stories original greek version virgil s aeneid included well known ones the horse wood the love death dido well many others perhaps less well known king evander the funeral games anchises summary bill boerst p |
| 6600 |
6538 |
7118 |
My Buried Treasure |
Richard Harding Davis |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
"This is a true story of a search for buried treasure. The only part that is not true is the name of the man with whom I searched for the treasure. Unless I keep his name out of it he will not let me write the story, and, as it was his expedition and as my share of the treasure is only what I can make by writing the story, I must write as he dictates. I think the story should be told, because our experience was unique, and might be of benefit to others. And, besides, I need the money." (From the text)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/my-buried-treasure-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
this true story search buried treasure part true name man searched treasure unless keep name let write story and expedition share treasure make writing story must write dictates think story told experience unique might benefit others and besides need money from text p |
| 6601 |
6539 |
7119 |
Short Poetry Collection 113 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-113-by-various/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers october 2012 br br |
| 6602 |
6540 |
7120 |
Sign of the Four (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
The Sign of the Four, the second of four novels featuring Sherlock Holmes, has a complex plot involving India, a stolen treasure, and a secret pact among four convicts and two corrupt prison guards. Some of Holmes's less savory habits are revealed, and Dr. Watson finds romance. In this dramatic reading, LibriVox volunteers bring Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic characters to life. (Summary by Wikipedia and wildemoose)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Dr. John Watson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br>Sherlock Holmes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Hudson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mary Morstan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Thaddeus Sholto: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Coachman/Athelney Jones: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lal Rao/Wiggins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>McMurdo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7809">D.T. McGregor</a><br>Mrs. Bernstone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br>Inspector: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mr. Sherman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br>Mrs. Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Jack Smith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Mrs. Forrester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Jonathan Small: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-four-dramatic-reading-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
sign four second four novels featuring sherlock holmes complex plot involving india stolen treasure secret pact among four convicts two corrupt prison guards holmes s less savory habits revealed dr watson finds romance dramatic reading librivox volunteers bring sir arthur conan doyle s classic characters life summary wikipedia wildemoose br br strong cast strong br dr john watson a href http librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a br sherlock holmes a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs hudson a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mary morstan a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br thaddeus sholto a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br coachman athelney jones a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lal rao wiggins a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br mcmurdo a href http librivox org reader 7809 d t mcgregor a br mrs bernstone a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br inspector a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mr sherman a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br mrs smith a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br jack smith a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br mrs forrester a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br jonathan small a href http librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
| 6603 |
6541 |
7121 |
Myths and Legends of Alaska |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Editor Katharine Berry Judson collates and presents a narrative history of Alaskan Myths. Originally gathered and recorded by government ethnologists, she paints an overall picture of Alaskan history as told by its many tribes. From the Eskimo to the Tlingit, from the Tsetsaut to the Haida, the origin of the still-wild state begins with the great Bird (often called "Raven") and branches out, through its legends, in wonderful and amazing directions. (Summary by John N. Daily) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-alaska-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
editor katharine berry judson collates presents narrative history alaskan myths originally gathered recorded government ethnologists paints overall picture alaskan history told many tribes eskimo tlingit tsetsaut haida origin still wild state begins great bird often called raven branches out legends wonderful amazing directions summary john n daily p |
| 6604 |
6542 |
7122 |
Dash for a Throne |
Arthur W. Marchmont |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The young Count von Rudloff got himself into so much trouble with the Imperial Family in Berlin, that he sees no other way out of it than to fake his own death. Stumbling through different identities, he finally assumes - quite against his will - the identity of the Prince von Gramberg. At Gramberg Castle, he finds a web of intrigue, which threatens the safety of the young and beautiful Countess Minna. The Count von Rudloff decides to save the girl, but the intrigue is more complicated than it first appeared, and there are old enemies who are still waiting for their revenge... (Summary by Carolin) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/a-dash-for-a-throne-by-arthur-w-marchmont/ |
young count von rudloff got much trouble imperial family berlin sees way fake death stumbling different identities finally assumes quite identity prince von gramberg gramberg castle finds web intrigue threatens safety young beautiful countess minna count von rudloff decides save girl intrigue complicated first appeared old enemies still waiting revenge summary carolin p |
| 6605 |
6563 |
7144 |
Bunch of Everlastings |
Frank W. Boreham |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Commentary |
A collection of brief biographies and the text from scripture that was significant in the life of each. It is biography and devotional Bible study expertly woven together to produce interesting and inspirational stories. (Summary by Tim Bower)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-bunch-of-everlastings-or-texts-that-made-history-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
collection brief biographies text scripture significant life each biography devotional bible study expertly woven together produce interesting inspirational stories summary tim bower p |
| 6606 |
6544 |
7124 |
Treatise on Light |
Christiaan Huygens |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Science |
Treatise on Light was published in 1690 and is probably the largest scientific volume on light published before Newton's Opticks. The book explains how light travels (i.e., that it has a certain velocity), and what happens when it hits a surface (refraction and reflection). A large portion of the book is devoted to the double refraction occurring in Iceland chrystal, and all drawn conclusions are proved geometrically. <br><br>\n\nChristiaan Huygens (1629 - 1695) was a prominent physicist and astronomer. His main discoveries are the centrifugal force, collision laws for bodies and the argument that light consists of waves. He was a contemporary of Galilei and Descartes, and a member of the French Royal Society since 1663. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/treatise-on-light-by-christiaan-huygens/ |
treatise light published 1690 probably largest scientific volume light published newton s opticks book explains light travels i e certain velocity happens hits surface refraction reflection large portion book devoted double refraction occurring iceland chrystal drawn conclusions proved geometrically br br christiaan huygens 1629 1695 prominent physicist astronomer main discoveries centrifugal force collision laws bodies argument light consists waves contemporary galilei descartes member french royal society since 1663 summary availle p |
| 6607 |
6545 |
7125 |
School For Scandal |
Richard Brinsley Sheridan |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
Richard Brinsley Sheridan's comedy was first performed in 1777 and focuses on the intrigues and scandals of the British upper classes. Lady Sneerwell wants to marry Charles Surface, while Joseph Surface wants to marry Maria, an heiress and ward of Sir Peter Teazle. Maria, however, prefers Charles over Joseph. In order to detach her from Charles, Lady Sneerwell and Joseph spread rumors about an affair between Charles and Lady Teazle, Sir Peter's new young wife. Meanwhile, Sir Oliver Surface, newly returned from the East Indies, assumes various disguises to test his nephews' characters. Misunderstandings, mistaken identities, gossip, and bad behavior abound in this uproarious comedy. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator/Lady Teazle/Mr. Careless: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nLady Sneerwell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMr. Snake/First Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nServant/Second Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br />\nJoseph Surface: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nMaria/Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nMrs. Candour: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />\nMr. Crabtree/Sir Harry Bumper: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />\nSir Benjamin Backbite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br />\nSir Peter Teazle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nRowley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nSir Oliver Surface: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />\nMr. Moses: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nTrip: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nCharles Surface: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6553">DublinGothic</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/the-school-for-scandal-by-richard-brinsley-sheridan/ |
richard brinsley sheridan s comedy first performed 1777 focuses intrigues scandals british upper classes lady sneerwell wants marry charles surface joseph surface wants marry maria heiress ward sir peter teazle maria however prefers charles joseph order detach charles lady sneerwell joseph spread rumors affair charles lady teazle sir peter s new young wife meanwhile sir oliver surface newly returned east indies assumes various disguises test nephews characters misunderstandings mistaken identities gossip bad behavior abound uproarious comedy summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator lady teazle mr careless a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lady sneerwell a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr snake first gentleman a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br servant second gentleman a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br joseph surface a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br maria maid a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mrs candour a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br mr crabtree sir harry bumper a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br sir benjamin backbite a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br sir peter teazle a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br rowley a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br sir oliver surface a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br mr moses a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br trip a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br charles surface a href http librivox org reader 6553 dublingothic a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett p |
| 6608 |
6546 |
7127 |
Fifty-One Tales |
Lord Dunsany |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Very brief, well-crafted stories, many having surprise endings, all steeped in the dye of myth and calling to every reader's neglected imagination. (Summary by Thomas Copeland) <p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-one-tales-by-lord-dunsany-edward-j-m-d-plunkett/ |
brief well crafted stories many surprise endings steeped dye myth calling every reader s neglected imagination summary thomas copeland p |
| 6609 |
6547 |
7128 |
Ashton-Kirk, Secret Agent |
John Thomas McIntyre |
Detective Fiction |
Those who have read "Ashton-Kirk, Investigator" will recall references to several affairs in which the United States government found the investigator's unusual powers of inestimable service. In such matters, tremendous interests often stand dangerously balanced, and the most delicate touch is required if they are not to be sent toppling. As Ashton-Kirk has said: "When a crisis arises between two of the giant modern nations, with their vast armies, their swift fleets, their dreadful engines of war, the hands which control their affairs must be steady, secret, and sure. Otherwise an unthinkable horror might be brought about." It frequently happens that such a crisis arises, the issue is joined and fought out to the bitter end, and the watchful public press never gets even a hint of it. Indeed, if the secret archives of the nations were thrown open for inspection, a long series of appalling dangers would be shown to have been passed by each—dangers arising from small and apparently remote things, but capable of swift and deadly growth. Experience, steady courage, and sure talent are required in dealing with such things; and these qualities Ashton-Kirk possesses in abundance. To be sure, the departments of the government have the "Secret Service" at their hand; but the specialist is called in when the general practitioner is at a loss, and he is as much a part of the structure as his regularly employed colleague. The adventure of the present story is only one of many to be told of Ashton-Kirk. (Summary by John Thomas McIntyre) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/ashton-kirk-secret-agent-by-john-thomas-mcintyre/ |
read ashton kirk investigator recall references several affairs united states government found investigator s unusual powers inestimable service matters tremendous interests often stand dangerously balanced delicate touch required sent toppling ashton kirk said when crisis arises two giant modern nations vast armies swift fleets dreadful engines war hands control affairs must steady secret sure otherwise unthinkable horror might brought about frequently happens crisis arises issue joined fought bitter end watchful public press never gets even hint it indeed secret archives nations thrown open inspection long series appalling dangers would shown passed each dangers arising small apparently remote things capable swift deadly growth experience steady courage sure talent required dealing things qualities ashton kirk possesses abundance sure departments government secret service hand specialist called general practitioner loss much part structure regularly employed colleague adventure present story one many told ashton kirk summary john thomas mcintyre |
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6548 |
7129 |
Essays book 3 |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne |
Essays, Early Modern |
Michel Eyquem de Montaigne is one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance, known for popularising the essay as a literary genre. He is also known as the father of Modern Skepticism. His pieces became famous for his apparent effortless ability to merge serious intellectual speculation with casual anecdotes and autobiography. His main work, Essais (translated literally as "Attempts" but traditionally as "Essays"), contains some of the still most widely influential essays ever written. This is the third volume of that important work. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/essays-book-3-by-michel-eyquem-de-montaigne/ |
michel eyquem de montaigne one influential writers french renaissance known popularising essay literary genre also known father modern skepticism pieces became famous apparent effortless ability merge serious intellectual speculation casual anecdotes autobiography main work essais translated literally attempts traditionally essays contains still widely influential essays ever written third volume important work summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
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6549 |
7130 |
二百十日 (Nihyakutouka) |
Sōseki Natsume |
General Fiction |
『二百十日』は夏目漱石の小説である。明治39年10月、雑誌『中央公論』に発表され、その年12月、『鶉籠』に収録されて出版された。阿蘇山に登る、2人の青年、圭さんと碌さんの2人の会話体で終始する小説である。語られるのはビールや半熟卵を知らない宿の女とのやり取りや、道すがらの鍛冶屋の様子などの瑣末な話題の中に、チャールズ・ディケンズの『二都物語』などに唐突に言及しながら華族や金持ちに対する圭さんの慷慨が語られる。漱石の小説としてはあまり論じられることのない小品である。熊本の教師時代に夏目漱石は友人の山川信次郎と阿蘇に登山した経験があり、圭さんは漱石自身がモデルであるとされる。<br/><br/> Nihyakutouka (210 Days) is a novel by Natsume Soseki. It was published in Chyuoukouron Magazine on Oct/1906. It was included in Uzurakago and published on Dec/1906. This is a novel consisted by conversation between two young men, Kei san & Rokusan, who climb Mt. Aso. (Summary by Wikipedia, translated by ekzemplaro)<br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/nihyakutouka-by-natsume-soseki/ |
二百十日 は夏目漱石の小説である 明治39年10月 雑誌 中央公論 に発表され その年12月 鶉籠 に収録されて出版された 阿蘇山に登る 2人の青年 圭さんと碌さんの2人の会話体で終始する小説である 語られるのはビールや半熟卵を知らない宿の女とのやり取りや 道すがらの鍛冶屋の様子などの瑣末な話題の中に チャールズ ディケンズの 二都物語 などに唐突に言及しながら華族や金持ちに対する圭さんの慷慨が語られる 漱石の小説としてはあまり論じられることのない小品である 熊本の教師時代に夏目漱石は友人の山川信次郎と阿蘇に登山した経験があり 圭さんは漱石自身がモデルであるとされる br br nihyakutouka 210 days novel natsume soseki published chyuoukouron magazine oct 1906 included uzurakago published dec 1906 novel consisted conversation two young men kei san rokusan climb mt aso summary wikipedia translated ekzemplaro br br |
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6581 |
7162 |
Edward II |
Christopher Marlowe |
Historical Fiction, Tragedy |
Christopher Marlowe's Elizabethan tragedy focuses on the downfall of King Edward II, whose love for his favorite courtier, Piers Gaveston, leads to rebellion. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Gaveston: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>King Edward II: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Lancaster/Berkeley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Mortimer Senior/Monks/Matrevis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Mortimer Junior: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Earl of Kent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Earl of Warwick/Sir John of Hainault/Lightborn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Bishops of Coventry, Winchester, and Canterbury/Spencer Senior: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Queen Isabella/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Pembroke/Mower/Gurney: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7999">Thomas Cardwell</a><br>Prince Edward: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Spencer Junior: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br>Baldock: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>Leicester: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8067">Joseph Abell</a><br>First Poor Man/Earl of Arundel/First Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Third Poor Man/Rice Ap Howell/Trussel/Second Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>King's Niece: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Messenger/Herald: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1594 |
https://librivox.org/edward-ii-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
christopher marlowe s elizabethan tragedy focuses downfall king edward ii whose love favorite courtier piers gaveston leads rebellion summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br gaveston a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br king edward ii a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br lancaster berkeley a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br mortimer senior monks matrevis a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br mortimer junior a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br earl kent a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br earl warwick sir john hainault lightborn a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br bishops coventry winchester canterbury spencer senior a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br queen isabella narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br pembroke mower gurney a href http librivox org reader 7999 thomas cardwell a br prince edward a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br spencer junior a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br baldock a href http librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br leicester a href http librivox org reader 8067 joseph abell a br first poor man earl arundel first lord a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br third poor man rice ap howell trussel second lord a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br king s niece a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br messenger herald a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6550 |
7131 |
Beyond Lies the Wub & The Skull |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
Two stories in the inimitable Philip Dick style. What is a Wub? A 400 pound slovenly, fat, ungainly, drooling animal that looks like a cross between a walrus and an enormous hog? Well, yes that is pretty much what he looks like and for 50 cents, a good bargain no matter how he tastes. The hungry spaceship crew expect to find out. Of course the Wub may not entirely agree but it doesn't have much to say about it. The second story, The Skull, is a skilful mesh of time travel, unscrupulous governments, prisoners, and religion. With an assassin thrown in for good measure. Enjoy! (summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-lies-the-wub-the-skull-by-philip-k-dick/ |
two stories inimitable philip dick style wub 400 pound slovenly fat ungainly drooling animal looks like cross walrus enormous hog well yes pretty much looks like 50 cents good bargain matter tastes hungry spaceship crew expect find out course wub may entirely agree much say it second story skull skilful mesh time travel unscrupulous governments prisoners religion assassin thrown good measure enjoy summary phil chenevert p |
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6551 |
7132 |
Mintage |
Elbert Hubbard |
Single Author Collections |
Elbert Hubbard is best known as the author of the "Little Journeys To The Homes of Famous People". These 11 short stores show the side of him that celebrated caring, friendship love among humans. The first describes how 5 frightened orphan children from a foreign country were cared for on a railroad journey of a thousand miles; all by strangers without any planning and without a word of English being spoken or needed. He observed caring human men and women of all ages doing whatever was necessary to see they reached their destination in whatever comfort could be provided. His famous motto was "The mintage of wisdom is to know that rest is rust and that real life lies in love, laughter and work". Hubbard (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-mintage-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard best known author little journeys homes famous people 11 short stores show side celebrated caring friendship love among humans first describes 5 frightened orphan children foreign country cared railroad journey thousand miles strangers without planning without word english spoken needed observed caring human men women ages whatever necessary see reached destination whatever comfort could provided famous motto the mintage wisdom know rest rust real life lies love laughter work hubbard summary phil chenevert p |
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6552 |
7133 |
Garcia Moreno, President of Ecuador 1821-1875 |
Augustine Berthe |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Gabriel Gregorio Fernando José María García y Moreno y Morán de Buitrón (1821–1875) was an Ecuadorian politician who twice served as President of Ecuador (1859-1865 and 1869-1875) and was assassinated during his second term, after being elected to a third term. He is noted for his conservatism, Catholic religious perspective and rivalry with liberal strongman Eloy Alfaro. Under his administration, Ecuador became a leader in science and higher education within Latin America. In addition to the advances in education and science, he was noted for economically and agriculturally advancing the country, as well as for his staunch opposition to corruption, even giving his own salary to charity.<br><br>His life and death was prophesied by the Blessed Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Quito) in the 1500's to a holy nun, Venerable Mother Mariana as follows: "In the 19th Century there will be a truly Catholic president, a man of character whom God Our Lord will give the palm of martyrdom on the square adjoining this Convent. He will consecrate the Republic to the Sacred Heart of My Most Holy Son, and this consecration will sustain the Catholic Religion in the years that will follow, which will be ill-fated ones for the Church. These years, during which the evil sect of Masonry will take control of the civil government – will see a cruel persecution of all religious communities, and they will also strike out violently against this one of mine." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/garcia-moreno-by-augustine-berthe/ |
gabriel gregorio fernando josé maría garcía moreno morán de buitrón 1821 1875 ecuadorian politician twice served president ecuador 1859 1865 1869 1875 assassinated second term elected third term noted conservatism catholic religious perspective rivalry liberal strongman eloy alfaro administration ecuador became leader science higher education within latin america addition advances education science noted economically agriculturally advancing country well staunch opposition corruption even giving salary charity br br his life death prophesied blessed virgin mary our lady quito 1500 s holy nun venerable mother mariana follows in 19th century truly catholic president man character god lord give palm martyrdom square adjoining convent consecrate republic sacred heart holy son consecration sustain catholic religion years follow ill fated ones church years evil sect masonry take control civil government see cruel persecution religious communities also strike violently one mine summary adapted wikipedia maria therese p |
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6553 |
7134 |
Wrack |
Friedrich Gerstäcker |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Nördlich von Australien, um 1840. Während einer Reise von Sidney nach Singapur sichtet die Mannschaft des Segelschiffes Betsy Ann auf den Klippen des Great Barrier Reef ein Wrack. Die Bark scheint menschenleer zu sein, doch als einige Männer der Betsy Ann zu dem Wrack hinüberrudern, finden sie dort einen rätselhaften Einsiedler vor. Blutspuren deuten auf einen Kampf an Bord hin, und den Seeleuten wird bald klar, dass hier ein Verbrechen geschehen ist. Aber was genau ist passiert, und welche Rolle spielte dabei dieser schweigsame Mann? Da geschieht plötzlich ein weiteres Unglück... <br><br>\n\nFriedrich Gerstäcker, Sohn eines Opernsängers und einer Schauspielerin in Hamburg, wanderte nach einer landwirtschaftlichen Ausbildung in jungen Jahren nach Amerika aus. Zurück in Deutschland gründete er eine Familie, doch es zog ihn wieder in die Ferne: in Südamerika, als Goldgräber in Kalifornien, auf einem Walfangschiff, in Australien, Java und als Kriegsberichterstatter im Deutsch-Französischen Krieg erlebte er manches Abenteuer, und anders als Karl May konnte er in seinen spannenden Erzählungen seine eigenen Erlebnisse verarbeiten. Er gehört zu den bedeutendsten Vertretern der deutschen Abenteuerliteratur. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) |
German |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/das-wrack-by-friedrich-gerstaecker/ |
nördlich von australien um 1840 während einer reise von sidney nach singapur sichtet die mannschaft des segelschiffes betsy ann auf den klippen des great barrier reef ein wrack die bark scheint menschenleer zu sein doch als einige männer der betsy ann zu dem wrack hinüberrudern finden sie dort einen rätselhaften einsiedler vor blutspuren deuten auf einen kampf bord hin und den seeleuten wird bald klar dass hier ein verbrechen geschehen ist aber genau ist passiert und welche rolle spielte dabei dieser schweigsame mann da geschieht plötzlich ein weiteres unglück br br friedrich gerstäcker sohn eines opernsängers und einer schauspielerin hamburg wanderte nach einer landwirtschaftlichen ausbildung jungen jahren nach amerika aus zurück deutschland gründete er eine familie doch es zog ihn wieder die ferne südamerika als goldgräber kalifornien auf einem walfangschiff australien java und als kriegsberichterstatter im deutsch französischen krieg erlebte er manches abenteuer und anders als karl may konnte er seinen spannenden erzählungen seine eigenen erlebnisse verarbeiten er gehört zu den bedeutendsten vertretern der deutschen abenteuerliteratur zusammenfassung von karlsson |
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6554 |
7135 |
Toppleton's Client |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A pre-eminent legal firm gets far more than it bargained for when it hires the son of its late senior partner, Hopkins Toppleton, Sr., simply to retain the illustrious family name on the company masthead. Knowing Jr. is a loose cannon, their strategy is to pack him off to the UK to head up a European branch of the firm - a branch they have no intention of sending work. The unwitting Hopkins Toppleton, Jr. is, however, determined to make his mark. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/toppletons-client-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
pre eminent legal firm gets far bargained hires son late senior partner hopkins toppleton sr simply retain illustrious family name company masthead knowing jr loose cannon strategy pack uk head european branch firm branch intention sending work unwitting hopkins toppleton jr is however determined make mark summary cathy barratt p |
| 6618 |
6564 |
7145 |
Red Cross Spirit Speaks |
John Huston Finley |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox readers bring you 19 recordings of <em>The Red Cross Spirit Speaks</em> by John H. Finley.<br /><br />At this time of year, all around the world, we remember the fallen and those who served their countries in time of war and other calamity. This poem reminds us of the dedication of the Red Cross, and the comfort they brought and, together with the Red Crescent, still bring, to the wounded, dying and distressed. John Huston Finley headed the Red Cross Commission in Palestine during the First World War.<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-cross-spirit-speaks-by-john-huston-finley/ |
br librivox readers bring 19 recordings em the red cross spirit speaks em john h finley br br at time year around world remember fallen served countries time war calamity poem reminds us dedication red cross comfort brought and together red crescent still bring wounded dying distressed john huston finley headed red cross commission palestine first world war br br |
| 6619 |
6555 |
7136 |
Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving (Dramatic Reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life, Family |
When a neighbor brings word that Grandma is sick, Mr. and Mrs. Bassett hurry off to tend to her, leaving their seven children to prepare for Thanksgiving on their own. The story of the adventures of Eph, Tilly, Prue, Seth, Sol, Roxy, and Rhody Bassett as they go sledding, face bears, tell old stories, and wrestle with plum puddings is a holiday treat fit to make anyone stop and count their own blessings. (Summary by Eden Rea-Hedrick)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br>Mrs. Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Seth Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7816">Stefanie Heinrichs</a><br>Sol Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Tilly Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Roxy Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a><br>Rhody Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Prue Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mr. Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Eph Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7802">Samantha J Gubitz</a><br>Gad Hopkins: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Aunt Cinthy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Eden Rea-Hedrick</strong></p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-fashioned-thanksgiving-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
neighbor brings word grandma sick mr mrs bassett hurry tend her leaving seven children prepare thanksgiving own story adventures eph tilly prue seth sol roxy rhody bassett go sledding face bears tell old stories wrestle plum puddings holiday treat fit make anyone stop count blessings summary eden rea hedrick br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br mrs bassett a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br seth bassett a href http librivox org reader 7816 stefanie heinrichs a br sol bassett a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br tilly bassett a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br roxy bassett a href http librivox org reader 7246 lyn silva a br rhody bassett a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br prue bassett a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr bassett a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br eph bassett a href http librivox org reader 7802 samantha j gubitz a br gad hopkins a href http librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br aunt cinthy a href http librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br br strong audio edited eden rea hedrick strong p |
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6556 |
7137 |
Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd |
Sir Walter Raleigh |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd by Sir Walter Raleigh. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 14, 2012.<br><br>The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd, sometimes called 'Her Reply' was written in response to Christopher Marlowe's "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love". (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-nymphs-reply-to-the-shepherd-by-sir-walter-raleigh/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings nymph s reply shepherd sir walter raleigh fortnightly poetry project october 14 2012 br br the nymph s reply shepherd sometimes called her reply written response christopher marlowe s the passionate shepherd love summary david lawrence p |
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6557 |
7138 |
Freshness of Poetic Perception |
Paul Hamilton Hayne |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Freshness of Poetic Perception by Paul Hamilton Hayne. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 7, 2012.<br><br>Paul Hamilton Hayne was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He left his law practice to persue his literary interests. He became a literaey critic and magazine editor in Grovetown, Georgia, where he lived until his death. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/freshness-of-poetic-perception-by-paul-hamilton-hayne/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings freshness poetic perception paul hamilton hayne weekly poetry project october 7 2012 br br paul hamilton hayne born charleston south carolina left law practice persue literary interests became literaey critic magazine editor grovetown georgia lived death summary david lawrence p |
| 6622 |
6558 |
7139 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2012 |
Various |
Music, Christianity - Other |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you this year's selection of 23 sacred and secular carols, hymns and Christmas songs, in English, French, German, Japanese and Latin.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2012/ |
br librivox volunteers bring year s selection 23 sacred secular carols hymns christmas songs english french german japanese latin br br |
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6559 |
7140 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2012 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />The worldwide LibriVox community brings you 26 Dutch, English, French, German and Japanese recordings of short stories, poems, non-fiction articles and even a short play - all with a Christmas theme.<br /><br />\nCast of <i>What Makes Christmas Christmas</i>:<br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6788">Pamela Krantz</a><br />\nChristmas Gifts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nMoney: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nChristmas Tree: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nChristmas Stocking: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6733">Snapdragon</a><br />\nPlum Pudding: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br />\nAn Old Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nA Child: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/10175">Evie Marie</a><br />\nThe King's Son: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nA Spirit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a><br />\nAudio edited by David Lawrence<br />\nPlay co-ordinated by Annise<br /><br />\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-2012/ |
br the worldwide librivox community brings 26 dutch english french german japanese recordings short stories poems non fiction articles even short play christmas theme br br cast i what makes christmas christmas i br narrator a href http librivox org reader 6788 pamela krantz a br christmas gifts a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br money a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br christmas tree a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br christmas stocking a href http librivox org reader 6733 snapdragon a br plum pudding a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br old man a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br child a href http librivox org reader 10175 evie marie a br king s son a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br spirit a href http librivox org reader 7246 lyn silva a br audio edited david lawrence br play co ordinated annise br br |
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6560 |
7141 |
Christmas Roses |
Lizzie Lawson |
Poetry |
A beautiful collection of pretty little poems. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-roses-by-lizzie-lawson-and-robert-ellice-mack/ |
beautiful collection pretty little poems summary charlotte duckett p |
| 6625 |
6561 |
7142 |
Nor Iron Bars A Cage ... |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Iron bars do not confine a Man—only his body. There are more subtle, and more confining bindings, however....Police methods of the future will naturally use complex new technology but police will still need to deal with the same old sad human nature, forever doing horrible deeds. The night stick may be replaced by the hypo-gun but is prison the only solution? Listen to this neat story by Randall Garrett and see.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/nor-iron-bars-a-cage-by-randall-garrett/ |
iron bars confine man only body subtle confining bindings however police methods future naturally use complex new technology police still need deal old sad human nature forever horrible deeds night stick may replaced hypo gun prison solution listen neat story randall garrett see p |
| 6626 |
6562 |
7143 |
Little Women (version 2) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
This story follows the lives of four sisters Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. Set in the tumultuous days of the American Civil war, readers grow to love the four sisters as they grow and mature into young women. This book has characters any girl can relate to because each of the four March sisters has a unique and different personality. A story that the young and old have enjoyed for years, this book truly is a classic. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/little-women-by-louisa-may-alcott-version-2/ |
story follows lives four sisters meg jo beth amy set tumultuous days american civil war readers grow love four sisters grow mature young women book characters girl relate four march sisters unique different personality story young old enjoyed years book truly classic summary abigail rasmussen p |
| 6627 |
6566 |
7147 |
These Twain |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
Hilda is saved from destitution by Edwin Clayhanger who marries her. The two, with Hilda's son by her disastrous 'marriage' to George Cannon, are living in Bursley. Edwin does not enjoy an entirely happy marriage with Hilda because of her outspokenness. Hilda has strong opinions on matters which at the time were considered to be a male preserve – for example, on Edwin’s business. She also does things without telling him. As a consequence, Edwin has his doubts about their marriage and is angered by his wife just as he had been by his father. The book shows how Hilda and Edwin attempt to compromise, its title being a play on words: does it mean "these two" or "these separate"? It is suggested that they had both become perhaps too set in their ways before their marriage, even though each was in some way 'saved' by their union. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/these-twain-by-arnold-bennett/ |
hilda saved destitution edwin clayhanger marries her two hilda s son disastrous marriage george cannon living bursley edwin enjoy entirely happy marriage hilda outspokenness hilda strong opinions matters time considered male preserve example edwin s business also things without telling him consequence edwin doubts marriage angered wife father book shows hilda edwin attempt compromise title play words mean these two these separate suggested become perhaps set ways marriage even though way saved union summary simon evers p |
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6567 |
7148 |
Short Poetry Collection 130 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 17 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2014. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-130/ |
collection 17 poems read librivox volunteers march 2014 p |
| 6629 |
6568 |
7149 |
Interpretation of Dreams |
Sigmund Freud |
*Non-fiction, Psychology |
A neat book on dream analysis by the founding father of psychoanalysis. This book is about the inner theater and the workings of the mind in the dreaming state. Covering lots of topics, the Austrian psychoanalyst's work on dreams is worth reading for anyone who would get up with a question mark face, trying to remember the dream they had just moments before and trying to understand what message their dream was conveying, if at all it was. (Summary by sidhu177)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-interpretation-of-dreams-by-sigmund-freud/ |
neat book dream analysis founding father psychoanalysis book inner theater workings mind dreaming state covering lots topics austrian psychoanalyst s work dreams worth reading anyone would get question mark face trying remember dream moments trying understand message dream conveying was summary sidhu177 p |
| 6630 |
6569 |
7150 |
סיפורים קצרים Short Stories |
שלום עליכם Sholem Aleichem |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
This recording is in Hebrew.<br /><br />Stories included:<br />רבי דב (Rabbi Dov)<br />שני תרנגולים (Two Cocks)<br />פסח שנשבת (Pesach Celebration Spoiled)<br />יוסל הגנן (Yosel the Gardener)<br />ספר הכפרות (Book of Atonement)<br />חברבר החצרוני (The Dog Havarbar)<br />שימלה (Shimele)<br />פסח מוקדם (Early Pesach)<br />הפילוסוף (The Philosopher)<br />האשכנזי (The German Jew)<br />האוצר (The Treasure)<br />בשביל צנון אחד (For One Radish)<br />עלילת דם (Blood Libel)<br /><br />Sholem Aleichem was the pen name of Solomon Naumovich Rabinovich, a leading Yiddish author and playwright. Sholem Aleichem was born into a Hasidic family in Pereyaslav and grew up in the nearby shtetl of Voronko, in the Poltava Governorate of the Russian Empire. His father was a rich merchant at that time. However, a failed business affair plunged the family into poverty and Solomon subsequently grew up in reduced circumstances. When he was 13 years old, the family moved back to Pereiaslav, where his mother, Chaye-Esther, died in a cholera epidemic. At first, Sholem Aleichem wrote in Russian and Hebrew. From 1883 on, he produced over forty volumes in Yiddish, thereby becoming a central figure in Jewish literature by 1890. The short stories included in this recording were originally written in Hebrew. (Summary following Wikipedia)</p> |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-sholem-aleichem/ |
recording hebrew br br stories included br רבי דב rabbi dov br שני תרנגולים two cocks br פסח שנשבת pesach celebration spoiled br יוסל הגנן yosel gardener br ספר הכפרות book atonement br חברבר החצרוני the dog havarbar br שימלה shimele br פסח מוקדם early pesach br הפילוסוף the philosopher br האשכנזי the german jew br האוצר the treasure br בשביל צנון אחד for one radish br עלילת דם blood libel br br sholem aleichem pen name solomon naumovich rabinovich leading yiddish author playwright sholem aleichem born hasidic family pereyaslav grew nearby shtetl voronko poltava governorate russian empire father rich merchant time however failed business affair plunged family poverty solomon subsequently grew reduced circumstances 13 years old family moved back pereiaslav mother chaye esther died cholera epidemic first sholem aleichem wrote russian hebrew 1883 on produced forty volumes yiddish thereby becoming central figure jewish literature 1890 short stories included recording originally written hebrew summary following wikipedia p |
| 6631 |
6570 |
7151 |
Divine Healing |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Andrew Murray’s practical and devotional writings on the Bible have been a help and blessing to Christian believers for more than a century. In this powerfully written book, Murray takes up the subject of healing as revealed in Scripture, showing how the work of Jesus Christ embraces not only pardon for sin but also healing from sickness. (Summary by Christopher Smith)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/divine-healing-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray s practical devotional writings bible help blessing christian believers century powerfully written book murray takes subject healing revealed scripture showing work jesus christ embraces pardon sin also healing sickness summary christopher smith p |
| 6632 |
6571 |
7152 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume 3 |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Short Stories |
This, the third of 5 volumes containing Poe's works, contains 6 of his short stories as well as Poe's only complete novel, <i>The Narrative of A. Gordon Pym</i>. In it, Arthur Gordon Pym stows away on a whaling vessel and experiences shipwreck, mutiny, and other adventures in typical Poe fashion. (Introduction by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-3/ |
this third 5 volumes containing poe s works contains 6 short stories well poe s complete novel i the narrative a gordon pym i it arthur gordon pym stows away whaling vessel experiences shipwreck mutiny adventures typical poe fashion introduction triciag p |
| 6633 |
6572 |
7153 |
Phantom of the Opera (version 3 dramatic reading) |
Gaston Leroux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
Over the years, strange things have been happening at the Paris Opéra House. The new owners, M. Moncharmin and M. Richard don't know what to do about the mysterious "Opera Ghost" demanding money, nor the tragic death of the chief scene-shifter. Now the young Soprano, Christine Daae, has been kidnapped and her lover, the Vicomte de Chagny, is going mad. The opera house is falling to pieces. Could this all be the work of the mysterious Phantom of the Opera? (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator/Jammes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>General D--: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Sorelli: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Meg Giry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>A little ballerina: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a><br>Joseph Buquet/Erik, the Phantom of the Opera/Gabriel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Jammes/Mme. Maniera/Young Christine/A friend of Carlotta's: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7492">Scheherazade</a><br>M. Moncharmin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Philippe, the Comte de Chagny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7799">Lani Small</a><br>Mercier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Raoul, the Vicomte de Chagny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>The doctor/Daddy Daae/The valet/Remy/Darius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>Christine Daae: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>A workman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>M. Debienne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>M. Poligny/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>M. Richard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>M. Mifroid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>M. Maniera/Doorkeeper/Young Raoul/Lachenel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathanial W.C. Higgins</a><br>Mme. Giry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Fonta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Carlotta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Landlady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a><br>Stage Manager: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mme. Valerius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>The Persian: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Charlotte Duckett<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-of-the-opera-dramatic-reading-by-gaston-leroux/ |
years strange things happening paris opéra house new owners m moncharmin m richard know mysterious opera ghost demanding money tragic death chief scene shifter young soprano christine daae kidnapped lover vicomte de chagny going mad opera house falling pieces could work mysterious phantom opera summary charlotte duckett br br strong cast strong br narrator jammes a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br general d a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br sorelli a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br meg giry a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br a little ballerina a href http librivox org reader 7246 lyn silva a br joseph buquet erik phantom opera gabriel a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs jammes mme maniera young christine a friend carlotta s a href http librivox org reader 7492 scheherazade a br m moncharmin a href http librivox org reader 7040 chris marcellus a br philippe comte de chagny a href http librivox org reader 7799 lani small a br mercier a href http librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br raoul vicomte de chagny a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br the doctor daddy daae the valet remy darius a href http librivox org reader 7603 wupperhippo a br christine daae a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br a workman a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br m debienne a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br m poligny servant a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br m richard a href http librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br m mifroid a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br m maniera doorkeeper young raoul lachenel a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathanial w c higgins a br mme giry a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br fonta a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br carlotta a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br landlady a href http librivox org reader 7171 april gonzales a br stage manager a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br mme valerius a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br the persian a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br strong audio edited by strong charlotte duckett p |
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9469 |
10104 |
God Help Our Men at Sea |
Henry Kendall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Kendall was born in a settler's hut by Yackungarrah Creek near Ulladulla, New South Wales, Australia. He was registered as Thomas Henry Kendall, but never appears to have used his first name. His three volumes of verse were all published under the name of "Henry Kendall". ( Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/god-help-our-men-at-sea-by-henry-kendall/ |
kendall born settler s hut yackungarrah creek near ulladulla new south wales australia registered thomas henry kendall never appears used first name three volumes verse published name henry kendall wikipedia p |
| 6635 |
6573 |
7154 |
Shakespeare Identified |
J. Thomas Looney |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism |
That one who is not a recognized authority or an expert in literature should attempt the solution of a problem which has so far baffled specialists must doubtless appear to many as a glaring act of over- boldness; whilst to pretend to have actually solved this most momentous of literary puzzles will seem to some like sheer hallucination.</p>\n\nWhat I have to propose, however, is not an accidental discovery, but one resulting from a systematic search. And it is to the nature of the method, combined with a happy inspiration and a fortunate chance, that the results here described were reached.</p>\n\nThese convinced me that the opponents of the orthodox view had made good their case to this extent, that there was no sufficient evidence that the man William Shakspere had written the works with which he was credited, whilst there was a very strong prima facie presumption that he had not. Everything seemed to point to his being but a mask, behind which some great genius, for inscrutable reasons, had elected to work out his own destiny.\n\n(Summary by ToddHW, from Introduction) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-identified-by-j-thomas-looney/ |
one recognized authority expert literature attempt solution problem far baffled specialists must doubtless appear many glaring act over boldness whilst pretend actually solved momentous literary puzzles seem like sheer hallucination p propose however accidental discovery one resulting systematic search nature method combined happy inspiration fortunate chance results described reached p convinced opponents orthodox view made good case extent sufficient evidence man william shakspere written works credited whilst strong prima facie presumption not everything seemed point mask behind great genius inscrutable reasons elected work destiny summary toddhw introduction p |
| 6636 |
6574 |
7155 |
Through Fairy Halls of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems and engaging stories, this is the third volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for little ones. Originally published in the 1920's as a six volume set, these books, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, contained the best in children's literature, stories, poems and nursery rhymes. They progressed in difficulty through the different volumes. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/through-fairy-halls-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
full delightful fairy tales charming poems engaging stories third volume my bookhouse series little ones originally published 1920 s six volume set books edited olive beaupre miller contained best children s literature stories poems nursery rhymes progressed difficulty different volumes summary maria therese p |
| 6637 |
6575 |
7156 |
In the Old Church Tower |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of In the Old Church Tower by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 14, 2012.<br><br>"Very lovely poem." - Caprisha Page<br>"This seems like a nice nostalgic poem of a small town landmark." - Leonard Wilson</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-old-church-tower-by-thomas-bailey-aldrich/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings old church tower thomas bailey aldrich weekly poetry project october 14 2012 br br very lovely poem caprisha page br this seems like nice nostalgic poem small town landmark leonard wilson p |
| 6638 |
6576 |
7157 |
Eyes Have It & Tony and the Beetles |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
Aliens have invaded the earth! Horrible one celled creatures disguised as normal human beings ! Well, at least that is what it seems to the author. Yes, The Eyes Have It is a whimsical story, making gentle fun of certain writing styles, but only a topflight science-fictionist like Philip Dick , we thought, could have written this story, in just this way. Tony and the Beetles takes place far in the future when Earth's enormous colonial empire is well established but the question is, how long can it last? 10 year old Tony grows up fast when history catches up with the human race. A sobering look at human history .. and our probable future. Two very different stories but both entertaining. (Summary by the magazine editor and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/the-eyes-have-it-tony-and-the-beetles-by-philip-k-dick/ |
aliens invaded earth horrible one celled creatures disguised normal human beings well least seems author yes eyes whimsical story making gentle fun certain writing styles topflight science fictionist like philip dick thought could written story way tony beetles takes place far future earth s enormous colonial empire well established question is long last 10 year old tony grows fast history catches human race sobering look human history probable future two different stories entertaining summary magazine editor phil chenevert p |
| 6639 |
6577 |
7158 |
Countdown |
Kurt Becker. S. J. |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, General |
The first flight to outer space became an actual fact – Mars would be the first stop. But before the spaceship took off, two insane enemies almost succeeded in preventing the departure. This science fiction story for teens was written by a Catholic priest. (Summary from the original jacket and Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/countdown-by-kurt-becker-s-j/ |
first flight outer space became actual fact mars would first stop spaceship took off two insane enemies almost succeeded preventing departure science fiction story teens written catholic priest summary original jacket maria therese p |
| 6640 |
6578 |
7159 |
野分 (Nowaki) |
Sōseki Natsume |
General Fiction |
「野分」は、明治末、路面電車と人力車が走っていた東京が舞台です。3人の作家を巡る物語です。白井道也は、地方の中学を3つやめてから、文筆で、世を覚醒することを志します。高柳周作と中野輝一は、大学を卒業したばかりの同級生です。高柳君は、貧しく、中野君は裕福です。白井道也が、中野君を取材したことから、3人に接点が出来ます。高柳君は、だんだんと白井道也の考えに傾倒していきます。<br><br>\n\nThe scene is Tokyo around 1900, where tramways and 'cars pulled by men' were running. This a story about 3 writers. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/nowaki-by-soseki-natsume/ |
野分 は 明治末 路面電車と人力車が走っていた東京が舞台です 3人の作家を巡る物語です 白井道也は 地方の中学を3つやめてから 文筆で 世を覚醒することを志します 高柳周作と中野輝一は 大学を卒業したばかりの同級生です 高柳君は 貧しく 中野君は裕福です 白井道也が 中野君を取材したことから 3人に接点が出来ます 高柳君は だんだんと白井道也の考えに傾倒していきます br br scene tokyo around 1900 tramways cars pulled men running story 3 writers summary ekzemplaro p |
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6579 |
7160 |
Een reiziger, die geen handel drijft |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Een serie journalistieke artikelen uit het tijdschrift 'All the Year round' geschreven in de periode 1860 - 1869. In deze artikelen worden veel sociale misstanden van het 19de-eeuwse Engeland beschreven. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders. |
Dutch |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/een-reiziger-die-geen-handel-drijft-by-charles-dickens/ |
een serie journalistieke artikelen uit het tijdschrift all year round geschreven de periode 1860 1869 deze artikelen worden veel sociale misstanden van het 19de eeuwse engeland beschreven samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders |
| 6642 |
6582 |
7164 |
From a Swedish Homestead |
Selma Lagerlöf |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
”From a Swedish Homestead” by the Swedish author Selma Lagerloef (translated by Jessie Brochner) is a varied collection of stories, mostly set in Dalarne or Vaermland in Sweden, but also some stories or legends from Kungahalla on the west-coast at the time between Heathendom and early Christianity plus some Legends from Italy and Belgium. The first nine sections, “The Story of a Country House”, is a short Novel, originally published on its own, but here part of the collection.\nIt is the story of how a young orphan girl, Ingrid, is the instrument of saving the student Gunnar Hede, who has lost his wits and memory by a terrible experience, trying to save his home, his Couyntry House, and who wanders the roads as a Pedlar, but at the same time afraid of most everything, especially animals. As told by Lagerloef it is a both fascinating and sweet story, as are all the others. (Summary by Lars Rolander)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/from-a-swedish-homestead-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
from swedish homestead swedish author selma lagerloef translated jessie brochner varied collection stories mostly set dalarne vaermland sweden also stories legends kungahalla west coast time heathendom early christianity plus legends italy belgium first nine sections the story country house short novel originally published own part collection story young orphan girl ingrid instrument saving student gunnar hede lost wits memory terrible experience trying save home couyntry house wanders roads pedlar time afraid everything especially animals told lagerloef fascinating sweet story others summary lars rolander p |
| 6643 |
6583 |
7165 |
Time Traders, (Version 2) |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
If it is possible to conquer space, then perhaps it is also possible to conquer time. At least that was the theory American scientists were exploring in an effort to explain the new sources of knowledge the Russians possessed. Perhaps Russian scientists had discovered how to transport themselves back in time in order to learn long-forgotten secrets of the past. That was why young Ross Murdock, above average in intelligence but a belligerently independent nonconformist, found himself on a "hush-hush" government project at a secret base in the Arctic. The very qualities that made him a menace in civilized society were valuable traits in a man who must successfully act the part of a merchant trader of the Beaker people during the Bronze Age. For once they were transferred by time machine to the remote Baltic region where the Russian post was located, Ross and his partner Ashe were swept into a fantastic action-filled adventure involving Russians, superstitious prehistoric men, and the aliens of a lost galactic civilization that demanded every ounce of courage the Americans possessed. (Summary by Gutenberg text) </p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-traders-version-2-by-andre-norton/ |
possible conquer space perhaps also possible conquer time least theory american scientists exploring effort explain new sources knowledge russians possessed perhaps russian scientists discovered transport back time order learn long forgotten secrets past young ross murdock average intelligence belligerently independent nonconformist found hush hush government project secret base arctic qualities made menace civilized society valuable traits man must successfully act part merchant trader beaker people bronze age transferred time machine remote baltic region russian post located ross partner ashe swept fantastic action filled adventure involving russians superstitious prehistoric men aliens lost galactic civilization demanded every ounce courage americans possessed summary gutenberg text p |
| 6644 |
6584 |
7166 |
Republic (version 2) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
The Republic is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato around 380 BC concerning the definition of justice and the order and character of the just city-state and the just man. It is Plato's best-known work and has proven to be one of the most intellectually and historically influential works of philosophy and political theory. In it, Socrates along with various Athenians and foreigners discuss the meaning of justice and examine whether or not the just man is happier than the unjust man by considering a series of different cities coming into existence "in speech", culminating in a city (Kallipolis) ruled by philosopher-kings; and by examining the nature of existing regimes. The participants also discuss the theory of forms, the immortality of the soul, and the roles of the philosopher and of poetry in society (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
380 |
https://librivox.org/the-republic-version-2-by-plato/ |
republic socratic dialogue written plato around 380 bc concerning definition justice order character city state man plato s best known work proven one intellectually historically influential works philosophy political theory it socrates along various athenians foreigners discuss meaning justice examine whether man happier unjust man considering series different cities coming existence in speech culminating city kallipolis ruled philosopher kings examining nature existing regimes participants also discuss theory forms immortality soul roles philosopher poetry society summary wikipedia p |
| 6645 |
6585 |
7167 |
Remodeled Farmhouses |
Mary H. Northend |
Art, Design & Architecture |
"There is a certain fascination connected with the remodeling of a farmhouse. Its low, raftered interior, its weather-beaten exterior, never fail to appeal. Types vary with the period in which they were built, but all are of interest. In this collection, which has been pictured with great care, pains have been taken to show as many different types as possible, so that the student will be able to find numerous interesting details that can be incorporated into his contemplated remodeling." [opening lines of Preface] (Summary by Mary H. Northend, 1915)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/remodeled-farmhouses-by-mary-h-northend/ |
there certain fascination connected remodeling farmhouse low raftered interior weather beaten exterior never fail appeal types vary period built interest collection pictured great care pains taken show many different types possible student able find numerous interesting details incorporated contemplated remodeling opening lines preface summary mary h northend 1915 p |
| 6646 |
6586 |
7168 |
Chapter Ends |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
Far, far in the future the Earth is still spinning around the Sun, on the edge of the galaxy, dozing in obscurity, forgotten by it's trillions of progeny and completely irrelevant. But this doesn't matter to the few millions who still live there in simplicity and quiet happiness. But then interstellar politics dictates that they must all leave Earth because ... well, listen to the story as told by the great Poul Anderson as he explores what the Earth means to humans and to one man in particular. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-chapter-ends-by-poul-anderson/ |
far far future earth still spinning around sun edge galaxy dozing obscurity forgotten trillions progeny completely irrelevant matter millions still live simplicity quiet happiness interstellar politics dictates must leave earth well listen story told great poul anderson explores earth means humans one man particular summary phil chenevert p |
| 6647 |
6587 |
7169 |
Book of Nature Myths |
Florence Holbrook |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
This is a book of myths told by the Indians of North America to their children. They could be compared to present day Fairy Tales. (Summary by Kenneth Coon) <p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-nature-myths-by-florence-holbrook/ |
book myths told indians north america children could compared present day fairy tales summary kenneth coon p |
| 6648 |
6606 |
7188 |
Gloved Hand |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Mr. Lester, a private investigator, and his friend Godfrey are caught up in a strange case that takes them to a large estate in the country where at midnight they witness a mysterious "falling star" that appears to burst into a shower of sparks over two white robed figures standing in the air. There is a young lady in a flowing white dress and many more twists and complications before the mystery is solved. (Summary by Don W. Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-gloved-hand-by-burton-e-stevenson/ |
mr lester private investigator friend godfrey caught strange case takes large estate country midnight witness mysterious falling star appears burst shower sparks two white robed figures standing air young lady flowing white dress many twists complications mystery solved summary w jenkins p |
| 6649 |
6588 |
7170 |
Almayer's Folly (version 2) |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Almayer’s Folly is about a poor businessman who dreams of finding a hidden gold mine and becoming very wealthy. Kaspar Almayer is a white European. He agrees to marry a native Malayan captured by Captain Tom Lingard, his employer, believing the marriage will bring him riches even though he has no love for the woman. They have one daughter named Nina. Almayer relocates with his wife to Malaysian where he hopes to build a trading company and find gold mines. His hopeless daydreams of riches and splendor cause his native wife to loath him.</p>\n\nAlmayer, desperate, hopes to find his salvation in Dain Maroola, a Malayan prince, who arrives on the island one day. Maroola agrees to work with Almayer and Lakamba, the Rajah, to send an expedition in search of the gold mines. In fact, Maroola is interested only in Nina with whom he has fallen in love. They plan to secretly leave the island. I can’t tell you more, or I would spoil the story. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/almayers-folly-by-joseph-conrad/ |
almayer s folly poor businessman dreams finding hidden gold mine becoming wealthy kaspar almayer white european agrees marry native malayan captured captain tom lingard employer believing marriage bring riches even though love woman one daughter named nina almayer relocates wife malaysian hopes build trading company find gold mines hopeless daydreams riches splendor cause native wife loath him p almayer desperate hopes find salvation dain maroola malayan prince arrives island one day maroola agrees work almayer lakamba rajah send expedition search gold mines fact maroola interested nina fallen love plan secretly leave island can t tell more would spoil story summary tom weiss p |
| 6650 |
6589 |
7171 |
On the Nature of Things (Leonard translation) |
Titus Lucretius Carus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry, Ancient |
<br />On the Nature of Things, written in the first century BCE by Titus Lucretius Carus, is one of the principle expositions on Epicurean philosophy and science to have survived from antiquity. Far from being a dry treatise on the many topics it covers, the original Latin version (entitled <em>De Rerum Natura</em>) was written in the form of an extended poem in hexameter, with a beauty of style that was admired and emulated by his successors, including Ovid and Cicero. The version read here is an English verse translation written by William Ellery Leonard. Although Leonard penned his version in the early twentieth century, he chose to adhere to both the vocabulary and meter (alternating between pentameter and hexameter) of Elizabethan-era poetry.<br /><br />While the six untitled books that comprise <em>On the Nature of Things</em> delve into a broad range of subjects, including the physical nature of the universe, the workings of the human mind and body, and the natural history of the Earth, Lucretius repeatedly asserts throughout the work that his chief purpose is to provide the reader with a means to escape the "darkness of the mind" imposed by superstition and ignorance. To this end he offers us his enlightening verses, that through them might be revealed to us "nature's aspect, and her laws". (Summary by Daniel Vimont)<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-nature-of-things-by-lucretius-2/ |
br on nature things written first century bce titus lucretius carus one principle expositions epicurean philosophy science survived antiquity far dry treatise many topics covers original latin version entitled em de rerum natura em written form extended poem hexameter beauty style admired emulated successors including ovid cicero version read english verse translation written william ellery leonard although leonard penned version early twentieth century chose adhere vocabulary meter alternating pentameter hexameter elizabethan era poetry br br while six untitled books comprise em on nature things em delve broad range subjects including physical nature universe workings human mind body natural history earth lucretius repeatedly asserts throughout work chief purpose provide reader means escape darkness mind imposed superstition ignorance end offers us enlightening verses might revealed us nature s aspect laws summary daniel vimont br br |
| 6651 |
6590 |
7172 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces In Society |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
Written under pseudonym of Edith Van Dyne. The story continues the adventures of three cousins, Louise, Patsy and Beth,with their debuts in society and the appearance of suitors, one of whom is rejected and kidnaps Louise. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-in-society-by-l-frank-baum/ |
written pseudonym edith van dyne story continues adventures three cousins louise patsy beth with debuts society appearance suitors one rejected kidnaps louise summary lynne thompson p |
| 6652 |
6591 |
7173 |
Behavior of the Honey Bee in Pollen Collecting |
D. B. Casteel |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
The value of the honey bee in cross pollinating the flowers of fruit trees makes it desirable that exact information be available concerning the actions of the bee when gathering and manipulating the pollen. The results recorded in this manuscript are also of value as studies in the behavior of the bee and will prove interesting and valuable to the bee keeper. The work here recorded was done by Dr. Casteel during the summers of 1911 and 1912. (Summary from introduction of manuscript) <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-behavior-of-the-honey-bee-in-pollen-collecting-by-d-b-casteel/ |
value honey bee cross pollinating flowers fruit trees makes desirable exact information available concerning actions bee gathering manipulating pollen results recorded manuscript also value studies behavior bee prove interesting valuable bee keeper work recorded done dr casteel summers 1911 1912 summary introduction manuscript p |
| 6653 |
6592 |
7174 |
Grim: The Story of a Pike |
Svend Fleuron |
Animals & Nature |
"To devour others and to avoid being devoured oneself,that is life’s end and aim." This is the fascinating and exciting story of a girl pike named Grimm from her early life as an innocent fish to the wily and wise Pike she ultimately becomes. But many are the perils and dangers she must avoid to get there. Translated by John Muir. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/grim-the-story-of-a-pike-by-svend-fleuron/ |
to devour others avoid devoured oneself that life s end aim fascinating exciting story girl pike named grimm early life innocent fish wily wise pike ultimately becomes many perils dangers must avoid get there translated john muir summary phil chenevert p |
| 6654 |
6593 |
7175 |
Ambulance Made Two Trips |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Big Jake Connors is taking over his town through violence, inimidation and bribery but Detective Sergeant Fitzgerald can only grind his teeth in frustration. The gangsters seem to have everything going their way until the day that a little dry cleaning establishment declines their offer of 'protection' and strange things start to happen. Murray Leinster gives us another wonderful product of 'what if' from his limitless imagination to enjoy in this gem of a story. Listen and smile. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-ambulance-made-two-trips-by-murray-leinster/ |
big jake connors taking town violence inimidation bribery detective sergeant fitzgerald grind teeth frustration gangsters seem everything going way day little dry cleaning establishment declines offer protection strange things start happen murray leinster gives us another wonderful product what if limitless imagination enjoy gem story listen smile summary phil chenevert |
| 6655 |
6594 |
7176 |
Christmas Every Day and Other Stories Told for Children |
William Dean Howells |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Short works |
Five short delightful stories for children, told in the voice of "the papa" to "the girl" and "the boy" William Dean Howells (March 1, 1837 – May 11, 1920) was an American realist author and literary critic. Nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters", he was particularly known for his tenure as editor of the Atlantic Monthly as well as his own prolific writings, including the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day" and the novel The Rise of Silas Lapham. (Reader’s Note for story 3: A pony engine is a small locomotive for switching cars from one track to another.) (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-every-day-and-other-stories-told-for-children-by-william-dean-howells/ |
five short delightful stories children told voice the papa the girl the boy william dean howells march 1 1837 may 11 1920 american realist author literary critic nicknamed the dean american letters particularly known tenure editor atlantic monthly well prolific writings including christmas story christmas every day novel rise silas lapham reader s note story 3 pony engine small locomotive switching cars one track another summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 6656 |
6595 |
7177 |
Frankenstein oder der moderne Prometheus |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Frankenstein oder Der moderne Prometheus ...\nerzählt die Geschichte des jungen Schweizers Viktor Frankenstein, der an der damals berühmten Universität Ingolstadt einen künstlichen Menschen erschafft, und später von seiner Kreatur verfolgt wird, welche aus Rache nach und nach seine Familienmitglieder ermorden möchte.\nViktor Frankenstein erzählt dem Leiter einer Forschungsexpedition, zugleich Eigner des Schiffes, das ihn in der Arktis rettet, seine Geschichte während das Monster in der Nähe lautert ... \n\nDie Handlung wird durch eine Mischung aus Briefroman und klassischer Ich-Erzählsituation vermittelt. \nDie Figur des Viktor Frankenstein ähnelt damit sowohl dem 'literarischen' Faust als auch dem Prometheus aus der griechischen Mythologie. \nDer Roman wird so zu einem Lehrstück, gibt Frankenstein doch deutlich zu verstehen, dass seine Erzählung auch eine Warnung an den Zuhörer und damit auch die Leser sein soll: Er warnt vor einer entgrenzten menschlichen Vernunft, die sich selbst zu Gott macht und sich anmaßt, lebendige Materie zu schaffen. \n\n(Original: Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus) ist ein Roman von Mary W. Shelley, der 1818 erstmals anonym veröffentlicht wurde. \n\n(Zusammenfassung von wiki und crowwings)</p> |
German |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-oder-der-moderne-prometheus-by-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley/ |
frankenstein oder der moderne prometheus erzählt die geschichte des jungen schweizers viktor frankenstein der der damals berühmten universität ingolstadt einen künstlichen menschen erschafft und später von seiner kreatur verfolgt wird welche aus rache nach und nach seine familienmitglieder ermorden möchte viktor frankenstein erzählt dem leiter einer forschungsexpedition zugleich eigner des schiffes das ihn der arktis rettet seine geschichte während das monster der nähe lautert die handlung wird durch eine mischung aus briefroman und klassischer ich erzählsituation vermittelt die figur des viktor frankenstein ähnelt damit sowohl dem literarischen faust als auch dem prometheus aus der griechischen mythologie der roman wird zu einem lehrstück gibt frankenstein doch deutlich zu verstehen dass seine erzählung auch eine warnung den zuhörer und damit auch die leser sein soll er warnt vor einer entgrenzten menschlichen vernunft die sich selbst zu gott macht und sich anmaßt lebendige materie zu schaffen original frankenstein modern prometheus ist ein roman von mary w shelley der 1818 erstmals anonym veröffentlicht wurde zusammenfassung von wiki und crowwings p |
| 6657 |
6596 |
7178 |
War and Peace Vol. 1 (Dole Translation) |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
”War and Peace” is a panoramic novel: It is its own justification, and perhaps needs no introduction. It always reminds the translator of a broad and mighty river flowing onward with all the majesty of Fate. On its surface, float swiftly by logs and stumps, cakes of ice, perhaps drowned cattle or men from regions far above. These floating straws, insignificant in themselves, tell the current. Once embark upon it, and it is impossible to escape the onward force that moves you so relentlessly. What landscapes you pass through, what populous towns, what gruesome defiles, what rapids, what cataracts! The water may be turbid, or it may flow translucent and pure, – but still it rushes on. Such to me is “War and Peace.”<br><br>“War and Peace,” like all of Count Tolstoi’s works, is a mighty protest against war. There is no arguing in it about the waste, and the demoralization, and the cruelty, and the unmanliness of it, but, like all Russian argument, it is by vivid pictures such as no one can resist.\n<br><br>\nThe present translation has been made from the original Russian. Tolstoi has been felicitously called “the Russian Rembrandt.” It is not fair to reproduce Rembrandt as a Teniers. One may be sometimes tempted to substitute the curved line of beauty for the straight line of duty, or soften a harsh silhouette, but beyond certain unavoidable issues of the sort necessary for reproducing the impression given by the original, the translator ought to be as faithful as possible. Here the old law of an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth, repudiated by Count Tolstoi, ought to have a new application. (from the Preface by N.H. Dole)<br><br><a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-1-1805-1806-by-leo-tolstoy/">Volume 1</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-2-by-leo-tolstoy/">Volume 2</a><br>Volume 3<i> (to be recorded)</i><br>Volume 4<i> (to be recorded)</i><br><br> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-1-1805-1806-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
war peace panoramic novel justification perhaps needs introduction always reminds translator broad mighty river flowing onward majesty fate surface float swiftly logs stumps cakes ice perhaps drowned cattle men regions far above floating straws insignificant themselves tell current embark upon it impossible escape onward force moves relentlessly landscapes pass through populous towns gruesome defiles rapids cataracts water may turbid may flow translucent pure still rushes on war peace br br war peace like count tolstoi s works mighty protest war arguing waste demoralization cruelty unmanliness it but like russian argument vivid pictures one resist br br present translation made original russian tolstoi felicitously called the russian rembrandt fair reproduce rembrandt teniers one may sometimes tempted substitute curved line beauty straight line duty soften harsh silhouette beyond certain unavoidable issues sort necessary reproducing impression given original translator ought faithful possible old law eye eye tooth tooth repudiated count tolstoi ought new application from preface n h dole br br a href http librivox org war and peace vol 1 1805 1806 by leo tolstoy volume 1 a br a href http librivox org war and peace vol 2 by leo tolstoy volume 2 a br volume 3 i to recorded i br volume 4 i to recorded i br br |
| 6658 |
6597 |
7179 |
Chorus of Women |
Aristophanes |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Chorus of Women by Aristophanes. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 21, 2012.<br><br>Aristophanes was a comic playwright of ancient Athens. This poem is from the Thesmophoriazusae; meaning Women Celebrating the Festival of the Thesmophoria, sometimes also called The Poet and the Women) (Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/chorus-of-women-by-aristophanes/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings chorus women aristophanes weekly poetry project october 21 2012 br br aristophanes comic playwright ancient athens poem thesmophoriazusae meaning women celebrating festival thesmophoria sometimes also called poet women summary wikipedia p |
| 6659 |
6598 |
7180 |
Recollections of Old Liverpool by a Nonagenarian |
James Stonehouse |
*Non-fiction |
These reflections of a 93 year old Liverpudlian provide a unique view of life in late 19th to mid19th century Liverpool. They were transcribed as they were related by him and, as a result this narrative has the ring of authenticity to it and is enlivened by many colorful anecdotes. Published first in a local magazine in Liverpool, they drew sufficient interest to by expanded and collected and published in this volume.<br></br>\nThe nonagenarian refers to himself in the following manner:<br>\n"My friends say I am a wonderful old man. I believe I am. . . . My memory is surprising. . . . I can recollect every occurrence that has fallen under my cognizance sine I was six years old. I do not remember so well events that have taken place during the last twenty or thirty years, as they seem confused to me; but whatever happened of which I had some knowledge during my boyish days and early manhood, is most vividly impressed upon my memory." - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-old-liverpool-by-a-nonagenarian-by-james-stonehouse/ |
reflections 93 year old liverpudlian provide unique view life late 19th mid19th century liverpool transcribed related and result narrative ring authenticity enlivened many colorful anecdotes published first local magazine liverpool drew sufficient interest expanded collected published volume br br nonagenarian refers following manner br my friends say wonderful old man believe am memory surprising recollect every occurrence fallen cognizance sine six years old remember well events taken place last twenty thirty years seem confused me whatever happened knowledge boyish days early manhood vividly impressed upon memory summary drpgould |
| 6660 |
6599 |
7181 |
Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie |
Andrew Carnegie |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This autobiography of Andrew Carnegie is a very well written and interesting history of one of the most wealthy men in the United states. He was born in Scotland in 1835 and emigrated to America in 1848. Among his many accomplishments and philanthropic works, he was an author, having written, besides this autobiography, Triumphant Democracy (1886; rev. ed. 1893), The Gospel of Wealth, a collection of essays (1900), The Empire of Business (1902), and Problems of To-day (1908)]. Although this autobiography was written in 1919, it was published posthumously in 1920. (Summary by William Tomcho)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-andrew-carnegie-by-andrew-carnegie/ |
autobiography andrew carnegie well written interesting history one wealthy men united states born scotland 1835 emigrated america 1848 among many accomplishments philanthropic works author written besides autobiography triumphant democracy 1886 rev ed 1893 gospel wealth collection essays 1900 empire business 1902 problems to day 1908 although autobiography written 1919 published posthumously 1920 summary william tomcho p |
| 6661 |
6607 |
7189 |
Black Experience in America, 18th-20th Century, Vol. 1 |
Various |
History |
<br />This is not the copyrighted work by Norman Coombs currently on Project Gutenberg but a collection of non-fiction, fiction, poetry, drama, and speeches found on Project Gutenberg that are by or about African Americans. Subjects range from late 18th Century epistolary conversations between black Baptist preachers to 1930s testimony by ex-slaves. (Summary by BellonaTimes) <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/black-experience-in-america-vol-1/ |
br this copyrighted work norman coombs currently project gutenberg collection non fiction fiction poetry drama speeches found project gutenberg african americans subjects range late 18th century epistolary conversations black baptist preachers 1930s testimony ex slaves summary bellonatimes br br |
| 6662 |
6600 |
7182 |
Life and Adventures of James P. Beckwourth |
T. D. Bonner |
*Non-fiction, History |
Buried amid the sublime passes of the Sierra Nevada are old men, who, when children, strayed away from our crowded settlements, and, gradually moving farther and farther from civilization, have in time become domiciliated among the wild beasts and wilder savages — have lived scores of years whetting their intellects in the constant struggle for self-preservation; whose only pleasurable excitement was found in facing danger; whose only repose was to recuperate, preparatory to participating in new and thrilling adventures. Such men, whose simple tale would pale the imaginative creations of our most popular fictionists, sink into their obscure graves unnoticed and unknown. Indian warriors, whose bravery and self devotion find no parallels in the preserved traditions of all history, end their career on the "war-path," sing in triumph their death-song, and become silent, leaving no impression on the intellectual world. (Summary by Thomas D. Bonner) <p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-james-p-beckwourth-by-t-d-bonner/ |
buried amid sublime passes sierra nevada old men who children strayed away crowded settlements and gradually moving farther farther civilization time become domiciliated among wild beasts wilder savages lived scores years whetting intellects constant struggle self preservation whose pleasurable excitement found facing danger whose repose recuperate preparatory participating new thrilling adventures men whose simple tale would pale imaginative creations popular fictionists sink obscure graves unnoticed unknown indian warriors whose bravery self devotion find parallels preserved traditions history end career war path sing triumph death song become silent leaving impression intellectual world summary thomas d bonner p |
| 6663 |
6601 |
7183 |
Gambler's World & The Yillian Way |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
Here are two stores starring the always unconventional Terrestrial Diplomat, Retief. As a diplomat, Retief does not always follow procedure. Well the truth is that he almost never follows procedure but somehow his wit and strength manage to salvage most situations from the bumbling of the other diplomats. His sardonic approach to inter galactic negotiations in these two stories is a delight to hear. </p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/gamblers-world-the-yillian-way-by-keith-laumer/ |
two stores starring always unconventional terrestrial diplomat retief diplomat retief always follow procedure well truth almost never follows procedure somehow wit strength manage salvage situations bumbling diplomats sardonic approach inter galactic negotiations two stories delight hear p |
| 6664 |
6602 |
7184 |
Return of the Native (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Thomas Hardy |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction |
<p><br />Clym Yeobright returns home to Egdon Heath, a scattered collection of houses on the isolated Wessex moors, and is caught up in a "love pentagon" which includes: his cousin, Thomasin Yeobright; the shadowy inn-keeper, Damon Wildeve; the controversial and romantic Eustacia Vye; and the mysterious reddleman, Diggory Venn, whose skin is stained completely red from his work. This work has all the well-known marks of Thomas Hardy: the Wessex landscape, a choice of lovers, a wedding gone wrong, a particularly shy 30-something man, and a woman with an independent spirit. But, The Return of the Native is unique in its pagan undertones - the first five books take place over a year and a day, starting on All Hallow's Eve, and hints of magic and witchcraft. (Summary by Libby Gohn)</p>\n\n<strong>Characters:</strong><br />\n\n<p>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld </a><br />\nClym Yeobright: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4344">Tadhg </a><br />\nEustacia Vye: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday </a><br />\nDamon Wildeve: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright </a><br />\nThomasin Yeobright: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina </a><br />\nDiggory Venn: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson </a><br />\nMrs. Yeobright: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton </a><br />\nGrandfer Cantle and "Saint George": <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone </a><br />\nTimothy Fairway: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch </a><br />\nHumphrey, Bonfire Boy, Party Guest, Raffle Woman, Inn Girl and Rachel: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett </a><br />\nOlly Dowden and Charley: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett </a><br />\nSusan Nunsuch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas </a><br />\nChristian Cantle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG </a><br />\nSam: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW </a><br />\nCaptain Vye,"Doctor", Driver, and Pedlar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham </a><br />\nJohnny Nunsuch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage </a><br />\nVye Servant and"Saracen": <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn </a><br />\n"Father Christmas": <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson </a><br />\n"Valiant Soldier": <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj </a><br />\nChapman and Surgeon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage </a><br />\nNurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle </a></p>\n\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-the-native-dramatic-reading-by-thomas-hardy/ |
p br clym yeobright returns home egdon heath scattered collection houses isolated wessex moors caught love pentagon includes cousin thomasin yeobright shadowy inn keeper damon wildeve controversial romantic eustacia vye mysterious reddleman diggory venn whose skin stained completely red work work well known marks thomas hardy wessex landscape choice lovers wedding gone wrong particularly shy 30 something man woman independent spirit but return native unique pagan undertones first five books take place year day starting hallow s eve hints magic witchcraft summary libby gohn p strong characters strong br p narrator a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br clym yeobright a href http librivox org reader 4344 tadhg a br eustacia vye a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br damon wildeve a href http librivox org reader 8466 chris cartwright a br thomasin yeobright a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br diggory venn a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br mrs yeobright a href http librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br grandfer cantle saint george a href http librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br timothy fairway a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br humphrey bonfire boy party guest raffle woman inn girl rachel a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br olly dowden charley a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br susan nunsuch a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br christian cantle a href http librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br sam a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br captain vye doctor driver pedlar a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br johnny nunsuch a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br vye servant and saracen a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br father christmas a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br valiant soldier a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br chapman surgeon a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a br nurse a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a p |
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6603 |
7185 |
Enchanted Typewriter |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The Enchanted Typewriter is a collection of short stories by the American author John Kendrick Bangs, written in 1899 in the style that has become known as Bangsian fantasy. Bangs attributes many of the stories to the late (and invisible) James Boswell, who has become an editor for a newspaper in Hades, and who communicates with the author by means of an old typewriter. The fantasy stories in this book are part of the author's Hades series, named for the stories' setting. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-typewriter-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
enchanted typewriter collection short stories american author john kendrick bangs written 1899 style become known bangsian fantasy bangs attributes many stories late and invisible james boswell become editor newspaper hades communicates author means old typewriter fantasy stories book part author s hades series named stories setting summary wikipedia p |
| 6666 |
6604 |
7186 |
Spirit of American Literature |
John Albert Macy |
Essays & Short Works |
THE SPIRIT OF AMERICAN LITERATURE is a collection of essays reviewing contemporary authors on the literary scene at the turn of the century and assessing the uniquely American characteristics of their growing body of work. Excerpted from the author’s preface: “In this book something is said about most, if not quite all, of the emergent figures in American literature; an attempt is made to survey the four corners of the national library and to give an impression of its shape and size. If its purpose is approximately realized, this volume will be found to be a little nearer to a collection of appreciative essays than to a formal history or bibliographic manual. …To be sure, the historian avowedly and properly puts emphasis on writers who are dead in the flesh, and finishes off his contemporaries briefly because they are not yet established and are too numerous to mention. But it seems well, in books about literature, not to discuss writers admittedly dead in the spirit, whose names persist by the inertia of reputation...All that I wish to plead is that a living lion is better than a dead mouse...If, as I believe, accepted handbooks and histories of American literature pay too much attention to doubly dead worthies, whose books are not interesting, and miss or but timidly acknowledge contemporary excellence, there is a way of accounting for it.” (Summary by lubee930) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-american-literature-by-john-albert-macy/ |
spirit american literature collection essays reviewing contemporary authors literary scene turn century assessing uniquely american characteristics growing body work excerpted author s preface in book something said most quite all emergent figures american literature attempt made survey four corners national library give impression shape size purpose approximately realized volume found little nearer collection appreciative essays formal history bibliographic manual to sure historian avowedly properly puts emphasis writers dead flesh finishes contemporaries briefly yet established numerous mention seems well books literature discuss writers admittedly dead spirit whose names persist inertia reputation all wish plead living lion better dead mouse if believe accepted handbooks histories american literature pay much attention doubly dead worthies whose books interesting miss timidly acknowledge contemporary excellence way accounting it summary lubee930 p |
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6605 |
7187 |
Bowser the Hound |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
Old Man Coyote craftily leads Bowser the hound away from home, and Bowser gets lost. Will Bowser find his way back to Farmer Brown's? Will Reddy Fox finally catch himself a chicken, now that Bowser is no longer guarding the henhouse? This is one of many delightful books by the naturalist Thornton W. Burgess, who wrote children's stories featuring the animals of the Green Forest and the Green Meadows. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bowser-the-hound-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
old man coyote craftily leads bowser hound away home bowser gets lost bowser find way back farmer brown s reddy fox finally catch chicken bowser longer guarding henhouse one many delightful books naturalist thornton w burgess wrote children s stories featuring animals green forest green meadows summary laurie anne walden p |
| 6668 |
6608 |
7190 |
Clara Vaughan, Vol I. |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
CLARA VAUGHAN, the young heroine, narrator, and namesake for R. D. Blackmore’s early detective novel, is determined to solve the mystery of her father’s murder—a crime that occurred when she was only 10 years of age. The book gives an account of Clara’s adventures, romances, and encounters with many eccentric characters, when, years later, she devotes herself to unraveling the mystery. As Clara states at the beginning of Chapter II, “How that deed was done, I learned at once, and will tell. By whom and why it was done, I have given my life to learn.” R. D. Blackmore, undoubtedly better known for his later novel LORNA DOONE, published this book anonymously in 1864. (Summary by lubee930)<p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/clara-vaughan-vol-i-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
clara vaughan young heroine narrator namesake r d blackmore s early detective novel determined solve mystery father s murder a crime occurred 10 years age book gives account clara s adventures romances encounters many eccentric characters when years later devotes unraveling mystery clara states beginning chapter ii how deed done learned once tell done given life learn r d blackmore undoubtedly better known later novel lorna doone published book anonymously 1864 summary lubee930 p |
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6609 |
7191 |
Dietegen |
Gottfried Keller |
General Fiction |
Die lebenslustigen Seldwyler leben seit alter Tradition in einem ständigen Streit mit ihren Nachbarn in Ruechenstein, einem finsteren und mürrischen Volk, das es liebt, Ge- und Verbote zu erlassen und jegliche Übertretung strengstens zu ahnden. Dort wächst der Knabe Dietegen als rechtloses und von seinen Zieheltern wie ein Leibeigener gehaltenes Waisenkind auf. Im Alter von elf Jahren wird Dietegen zu Unrecht des Diebstahls einer Armbrust bezichtigt und zum Tode verurteilt. Er wird aber von Küngolt, der siebenjährigen Tochter des Seldwyler Forstmeisters, gerettet und in dessen Haus aufgenommen. Die beiden Menschenkinder mögen sich und scheinen füreinander bestimmt zu sein, aber Missverständnisse und Intrigen legen ihnen immer wieder Steine in den Weg ...\nTreffend und immer wieder mit einer Prise Humor schildert Gottfried Keller die allzu menschlichen Eigenschaften wie Stolz und Eitelkeit, Besitzstreben und Eifersucht, Engstirnigkeit und Hexenglauben, aber auch Treue, Liebe und Herzensgüte.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/dietegen-by-gottfried-keller/ |
die lebenslustigen seldwyler leben seit alter tradition einem ständigen streit mit ihren nachbarn ruechenstein einem finsteren und mürrischen volk das es liebt ge und verbote zu erlassen und jegliche übertretung strengstens zu ahnden dort wächst der knabe dietegen als rechtloses und von seinen zieheltern wie ein leibeigener gehaltenes waisenkind auf im alter von elf jahren wird dietegen zu unrecht des diebstahls einer armbrust bezichtigt und zum tode verurteilt er wird aber von küngolt der siebenjährigen tochter des seldwyler forstmeisters gerettet und dessen haus aufgenommen die beiden menschenkinder mögen sich und scheinen füreinander bestimmt zu sein aber missverständnisse und intrigen legen ihnen immer wieder steine den weg treffend und immer wieder mit einer prise humor schildert gottfried keller die allzu menschlichen eigenschaften wie stolz und eitelkeit besitzstreben und eifersucht engstirnigkeit und hexenglauben aber auch treue liebe und herzensgüte zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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6610 |
7192 |
Op Walcheren |
Jacobus Craandijk |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Op Walcheren is een reisverslag uit de reeks 'Wandelingen door Nederland met pen en potlood'. Er worden 3 wandelingen beschreven. Een stadswandeling door Middelburg. Een korte wandeling van Middelburg over Oost- en West Souburg weer terug naar Middelburg. En een lange wandeling van Middelburg naar Domburg en weer terug. De wandelingen worden voorafgegaan met een verslag van de treinreis van Rotterdam naar Middelburg. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coeders)</p> |
Dutch |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/op-walcheren-by-jacobus-craandijk/ |
op walcheren een reisverslag uit de reeks wandelingen door nederland met pen en potlood er worden 3 wandelingen beschreven een stadswandeling door middelburg een korte wandeling van middelburg oost en west souburg weer terug naar middelburg en een lange wandeling van middelburg naar domburg en weer terug de wandelingen worden voorafgegaan met een verslag van de treinreis van rotterdam naar middelburg samenvatting geschreven door marcel coeders p |
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6611 |
7193 |
Unbearable Bassington |
Saki |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The Unbearable Bassington was the first novel written by Saki (H. H. Munro). It also contains much of the elegant wit found in his short stories. Comus (The Unbearable) Bassington, is a charming young man about town. His perversity however thwarts all his mother’s efforts to advance his prospects and lands him in hot water. Like many a “black sheep” he ends up being sent off to one of the colonies to fend for himself. This book showcases Saki’s wonderful writing and that ability to be so very funny and terribly sad at the same time. (Summary by Noel Badrian)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-unbearable-bassington-by-saki/ |
unbearable bassington first novel written saki h h munro also contains much elegant wit found short stories comus the unbearable bassington charming young man town perversity however thwarts mother s efforts advance prospects lands hot water like many black sheep ends sent one colonies fend himself book showcases saki s wonderful writing ability funny terribly sad time summary noel badrian p |
| 6672 |
6612 |
7194 |
Ordeal of Elizabeth |
Anonymous |
General Fiction |
An unforgettable family saga which revolves around the beautiful young Elizabeth. Elizabeth is orphaned and raised by her spinster aunts. As an adult, she finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage and ultimately falls in love with another man. After telling her lover the truth about her marriage - her husband is found murdered the very next day! This is a story of destiny, temptation, and courage of the heart. (Summary by Lani Small) </p>\n\nThis book is sometimes attributed to Elizabeth von Arnim, but her authorship cannot be confirmed. \nThere is no chapter four in this book, it seems to have been intentionally left out by the author.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-ordeal-of-elizabeth-by-anonymous/ |
unforgettable family saga revolves around beautiful young elizabeth elizabeth orphaned raised spinster aunts adult finds trapped loveless marriage ultimately falls love another man telling lover truth marriage husband found murdered next day story destiny temptation courage heart summary lani small p book sometimes attributed elizabeth von arnim authorship cannot confirmed chapter four book seems intentionally left author p |
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6613 |
7195 |
Mr. Punch's Dramatic Sequels |
St. John Emile Clavering Hankin |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<br />A collection of short and humorous one-act "sequels" to 14 major plays (many already in the Librivox catalog).<br /><br />\nPlays end too soon. They never show the whole of what I want to know.<br />\nThe curtain falls and I'm perplexed with doubts about what happened next.<br />\nDid HAMLET'S father haunt no more the battlements of Elsinore?<br />\nDoes LADY TEAZLE never call at LADY SNEERWELL'S now at all?<br />\nWas BENEDICK'S a happy marriage? And will the MELNOTTES keep a carriage?<br />\nWill AUBREY take to wife one day another MRS. TANQUERAY?<br />\nDo ECCLES and his stepson wrangle? Has anything been heard of DANGLE?<br />\nWhat has become of MRS. WANGEL?<br />\nI've asked again and yet again these questions hitherto in vain!<br />\nI sought the answers near and far. At length they came, and here they are:-<br /><br />\n\n(Summary is Prefatory to the book) -<br /><br />\n\n\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7662">Emily Jones</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/103">Karen Savage</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7839">Loveday</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a>;\n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2295">Sarah Oh!</a>; \n<a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br /><br />\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/mr-punchs-dramatic-sequels-by-st-john-hankin/ |
br a collection short humorous one act sequels 14 major plays many already librivox catalog br br plays end soon never show whole want know br curtain falls i m perplexed doubts happened next br hamlet s father haunt battlements elsinore br lady teazle never call lady sneerwell s all br benedick s happy marriage melnottes keep carriage br aubrey take wife one day another mrs tanqueray br eccles stepson wrangle anything heard dangle br become mrs wangel br i ve asked yet questions hitherto vain br sought answers near far length came are br br summary prefatory book br br strong cast strong br a href http librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a a href http librivox org reader 7662 emily jones a a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a a href http librivox org reader 103 karen savage a a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a a href http librivox org reader 7839 loveday a a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a a href http librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a a href http librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a a href http librivox org reader 2295 sarah oh a a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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6614 |
7196 |
Fifty Years in Chains; or The Life of an American Slave |
Charles Ball |
Memoirs |
This is the story of Charles Ball, an American slave who was born in 1780 and remained a slave for fifty years thereafter. Ball told his story to a lawyer who turned it into this written work. (Summary by Tom Causby) </p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-years-in-chains-or-the-life-of-an-american-slave-by-charles-ball/ |
story charles ball american slave born 1780 remained slave fifty years thereafter ball told story lawyer turned written work summary tom causby p |
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6615 |
7197 |
Mystery of the Pinckney Draught |
Charles C. Nott |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
Charles Pinckney, member of the South Carolina legislature, Confederation Congress, U.S. Congress, and notably the Constitutional Convention of 1787, may have been regarded by some as perhaps the true author of the U.S. Constitution, although most likely James Madison would vehemently argue the point. This book investigates what may, or may not have happened to the draft of the Constitution which was drawn up by Charles Pinckney and submitted to the Constitutional Convention in May of 1787, and how (or if) it differed from the Constitution which was adopted. The questions which are delved into most deeply revolve around the following mystery: why, if, and by whom Pinckney's version of this important document was overlooked, or was it possibly destroyed intentionally (or for other reasons).<br/><br/>Author Charles C. Nott was formerly Chief Justice of the United States Court of Claims, appointed by president Lincoln. (Summary by Roger Melin)<br/><br/> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-pinckney-draught-by-charles-c-nott/ |
charles pinckney member south carolina legislature confederation congress u s congress notably constitutional convention 1787 may regarded perhaps true author u s constitution although likely james madison would vehemently argue point book investigates may may happened draft constitution drawn charles pinckney submitted constitutional convention may 1787 or if differed constitution adopted questions delved deeply revolve around following mystery why if pinckney s version important document overlooked possibly destroyed intentionally or reasons br br author charles c nott formerly chief justice united states court claims appointed president lincoln summary roger melin br br |
| 6676 |
6616 |
7198 |
Frost Spirit |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Frost Spirit by John Greenleaf Whittier. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 28, 2012.<br><br>John Greenleaf Whittier was an influential American Quaker poet. He is considered one of the Fireside Poets and was influenced by Robert Burns. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-frost-spirit-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings frost spirit john greenleaf whittier fortnightly poetry project october 28 2012 br br john greenleaf whittier influential american quaker poet considered one fireside poets influenced robert burns summary david lawrence p |
| 6677 |
6617 |
7199 |
Waifs and Strays |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
These 12 O. Henry stories all deal with waifs and strays in one way or another; people who have somehow become adrift in the current of life. Will they find their way on their own or be helped by kind hearted folk or perhaps, stay a waif and stray, somehow outside the normal life of society? All naturally have the wonderful O. Henry beautiful way with words and people. So if you are in the mood to enjoy some sensuous sounds and convoluted flowing phrases unique to William Sydney Porter, give these a listen. And of course the endings cannot ever be predicted. Ever! (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/waifs-and-strays-by-o-henry/ |
12 o henry stories deal waifs strays one way another people somehow become adrift current life find way helped kind hearted folk perhaps stay waif stray somehow outside normal life society naturally wonderful o henry beautiful way words people mood enjoy sensuous sounds convoluted flowing phrases unique william sydney porter give listen course endings cannot ever predicted ever summary phil chenevert p |
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6618 |
7200 |
Ruined Reversolet |
C. J. Dennis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of A Ruined Reversolet by C. J. Dennis. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 28, 2012.<br><br>Clarence James Dennis was an Australian poet and journalist. In his varied career, he worked as a barman, shearer, solicitor's clerk, newspaper proprietor and (as do many Australians) a civil servant, before settling down in a rural retreat at Toolangi, in the Dandenong Ranges, east of Melbourne.<br><br>His most famous work is "The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke", a verse novel written in an Australian vernacular and first published in 1915. Despite its artless presentation, Dennis' verse is constructed with great skill, and attracted enthusiastic reviews from such august critics as H.G. Wells. E.V. Lucas and Sir John Betjeman.<br><br>Dennis' significance as a literary figure has been recognized by the establishment of C. J. Dennis Prize for Poetry, which is awarded annually as part of the Premier's Literary Awards for the state of Victoria.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-ruined-reversolet-by-c-j-dennis/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings ruined reversolet c j dennis weekly poetry project october 28 2012 br br clarence james dennis australian poet journalist varied career worked barman shearer solicitor s clerk newspaper proprietor as many australians civil servant settling rural retreat toolangi dandenong ranges east melbourne br br his famous work the songs sentimental bloke verse novel written australian vernacular first published 1915 despite artless presentation dennis verse constructed great skill attracted enthusiastic reviews august critics h g wells e v lucas sir john betjeman br br dennis significance literary figure recognized establishment c j dennis prize poetry awarded annually part premier s literary awards state victoria p |
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6619 |
7201 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 019 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-019-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
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6620 |
7202 |
Group of Noble Dames |
Thomas Hardy |
Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
The pedigrees of our county families, arranged in diagrams on the pages of county histories, mostly appear at first sight to be as barren of any touch of nature as a table of logarithms. But given a clue—the faintest tradition of what went on behind the scenes, and this dryness as of dust may be transformed into a palpitating drama. Out of such pedigrees and supplementary material most of the following stories have arisen and taken shape. (Summary adapted from the preface) </p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-group-of-noble-dames-by-thomas-hardy/ |
pedigrees county families arranged diagrams pages county histories mostly appear first sight barren touch nature table logarithms given clue the faintest tradition went behind scenes dryness dust may transformed palpitating drama pedigrees supplementary material following stories arisen taken shape summary adapted preface p |
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6621 |
7203 |
Zumalacárregui |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
General Fiction |
El primer episodio de la tercera serie presenta la España desgarrada por la Primera Guerra Carlista y la Regencia de María Cristina. La Primera Guerra Carlista se desarrolló entre 1833 y 1840 entre los partidarios del infante Carlos María Isidro de Borbón, conocidos como carlistas y de un régimen absolutista, y los de Isabel II, denominados cristinos por apoyar a la regente María Cristina de Borbón, cuyo gobierno fue originalmente absolutista moderado, y acabó convirtiéndose en liberal para obtener el apoyo popular. La guerra la planteó Carlos María Isidro, hermano de Fernando VII, por la cuestión sucesoria, ya que había sido el heredero al trono durante el reinado de su hermano, debido a que éste, tras tres matrimonios, carecía de descendencia. Sin embargo, el nuevo matrimonio del rey y el embarazo de la reina abren una nueva posibilidad de sucesión. En marzo de 1830, seis meses antes de su nacimiento, el rey publica la Pragmática Sanción. Se restablecía así el derecho sucesorio tradicional castellano, recogido en Las Partidas, según el cual podían acceder al trono las hijas del rey difunto en caso de morir el monarca sin hijos varones. Carlos María Isidro, no reconoció a Isabel como princesa de Asturias y cuando Fernando murió el 29 de septiembre de 1833, Isabel fue proclamada reina bajo la regencia de su madre, María Cristina de Borbón-Dos Sicilias, y Carlos en el Manifiesto de Abrantes mantuvo sus derechos dinásticos, llevando al país a la Primera Guerra Carlista. El campo y las pequeñas ciudades del País Vasco y Navarra apoyaron mayoritariamente al pretendiente Carlos debido a su tradicionalismo foral, gracias al apoyo que le dio el bajo clero local. Las fuerzas carlistas del norte quedaron centradas en la figura de Tomás de Zumalacárregui, que organizó en poco tiempo un ejército carlista en Navarra. Zumalacárregui equipó a sus hombres con armas tomadas a los ejércitos cristinos en el campo de batalla o en ataques contra fábricas o convoyes, y consciente de su inferioridad numérica y armamentística reprodujo la táctica guerrillera que conocía desde la Guerra de Independencia, amparándose en lo accidentado del relieve y en el apoyo de gran parte de la población civil. El 7 de diciembre de 1833, las diputaciones de Vizcaya y de Álava le nombraron jefe de las tropas de estas provincias. Muy popular entre sus soldados (le llamaban "Tío Tomás"), no dudó en mostrarse cruel en la represión de los liberales ni en emplear el terror para mantener controlado el territorio. Durante el año 1834 se sucedieron las victorias carlistas en importantes acciones, como el asalto a un convoy de armas entre Logroño y Cenicero, las acciones de Alegría de Álava y Venta de Echavarri.<br><br>En este ambiente se desarrolla la acción de José Fago, protagonista del episodio. (Resumen adaptado de Wikipedia) <br/><br/>\nLa tercera serie:<br/>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zumalacarregui-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zumalacárregui</a><br/>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/mendizabal-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Mendizábal</a><br/>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/de-onate-a-la-granja-by-benito-perez-galdos/">De Oñate a la Granja</a><br/><br/> |
Spanish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/zumalacarregui-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
el primer episodio de la tercera serie presenta la españa desgarrada por la primera guerra carlista la regencia de maría cristina la primera guerra carlista se desarrolló entre 1833 1840 entre los partidarios del infante carlos maría isidro de borbón conocidos como carlistas de un régimen absolutista los de isabel ii denominados cristinos por apoyar la regente maría cristina de borbón cuyo gobierno fue originalmente absolutista moderado acabó convirtiéndose en liberal para obtener el apoyo popular la guerra la planteó carlos maría isidro hermano de fernando vii por la cuestión sucesoria ya que había sido el heredero al trono durante el reinado de su hermano debido que éste tras tres matrimonios carecía de descendencia sin embargo el nuevo matrimonio del rey el embarazo de la reina abren una nueva posibilidad de sucesión en marzo de 1830 seis meses antes de su nacimiento el rey publica la pragmática sanción se restablecía así el derecho sucesorio tradicional castellano recogido en las partidas según el cual podían acceder al trono las hijas del rey difunto en caso de morir el monarca sin hijos varones carlos maría isidro reconoció isabel como princesa de asturias cuando fernando murió el 29 de septiembre de 1833 isabel fue proclamada reina bajo la regencia de su madre maría cristina de borbón dos sicilias carlos en el manifiesto de abrantes mantuvo sus derechos dinásticos llevando al país la primera guerra carlista el campo las pequeñas ciudades del país vasco navarra apoyaron mayoritariamente al pretendiente carlos debido su tradicionalismo foral gracias al apoyo que le dio el bajo clero local las fuerzas carlistas del norte quedaron centradas en la figura de tomás de zumalacárregui que organizó en poco tiempo un ejército carlista en navarra zumalacárregui equipó sus hombres con armas tomadas los ejércitos cristinos en el campo de batalla en ataques contra fábricas convoyes consciente de su inferioridad numérica armamentística reprodujo la táctica guerrillera que conocía desde la guerra de independencia amparándose en lo accidentado del relieve en el apoyo de gran parte de la población civil el 7 de diciembre de 1833 las diputaciones de vizcaya de álava le nombraron jefe de las tropas de estas provincias muy popular entre sus soldados le llamaban tío tomás dudó en mostrarse cruel en la represión de los liberales ni en emplear el terror para mantener controlado el territorio durante el año 1834 se sucedieron las victorias carlistas en importantes acciones como el asalto un convoy de armas entre logroño cenicero las acciones de alegría de álava venta de echavarri br br en este ambiente se desarrolla la acción de josé fago protagonista del episodio resumen adaptado de wikipedia br br la tercera serie br 1 a href http librivox org zumalacarregui by benito perez galdos zumalacárregui a br 2 a href http librivox org mendizabal by benito perez galdos mendizábal a br 3 a href http librivox org de onate a la granja by benito perez galdos de oñate la granja a br br |
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6623 |
7205 |
Ruth Fielding of the Red Mill |
Alice B. Emerson |
Family |
Brave, adventurous and loyal, recently-orphaned Ruth Fielding is sent to live with her estranged Uncle Jabez at the Red Mill in Cheslow, New York. A new town means making new friends, and the teenage Ruth quickly befriends the children of a wealthy merchant. But as the relationship between her and her uncle becomes strained and she attempts to become friends with a very disagreeable girl, will Ruth's cheery disposition be enough to get her through?<br><br>This is the first of the Ruth Fielding series, with follows Ruth and her friends from adolescence into early adulthood. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-fielding-of-the-red-mill-by-alice-b-emerson/ |
brave adventurous loyal recently orphaned ruth fielding sent live estranged uncle jabez red mill cheslow new york new town means making new friends teenage ruth quickly befriends children wealthy merchant relationship uncle becomes strained attempts become friends disagreeable girl ruth s cheery disposition enough get through br br this first ruth fielding series follows ruth friends adolescence early adulthood summary charlotte duckett p |
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6624 |
7206 |
Story-teller |
Maud Lindsay |
Short works |
Are you a story teller? Almost all of us are, you know. Well, these 12 stories were written by Maud Lindsay to be told by someone who can weave the magic thread of speech into a performance that will hold the children spellbound. And we don't need to be perfect, just willing to tell a story; that is really all children ask, someone willing to tell a story. 8 of Librivox's Story tellers have volunteered to tell these enchanting tales (and sometimes sing the sweet little melodies that are included.) "It was a glad day in the olden time when the Story Teller came to cottage or hall. At Christmas, or New Year; when the May pole stood on the village green; or the chestnuts were roasting in the coals on All hallows eve; come when he would, he was always welcome; and if, when he was least expected, he knocked at the door, what joy there was!Perhaps the story brought with it laughter, or perhaps a tear, but Life, said the Story Teller, is made up of smiles and tears; and the little ones, listening to him, learned to rejoice with those whose joy was great, and to mourn with the sorrowful; and were the better and not the worse for it. And so in due time grew into noble men and good women.Open the door and let him come in, give him a seat by the fire and gather close about him. And then you shall hear!" (Summary by Phil Chenevert and the author's foreword) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-teller-by-maud-lindsay/ |
story teller almost us are know well 12 stories written maud lindsay told someone weave magic thread speech performance hold children spellbound need perfect willing tell story really children ask someone willing tell story 8 librivox s story tellers volunteered tell enchanting tales and sometimes sing sweet little melodies included it glad day olden time story teller came cottage hall christmas new year may pole stood village green chestnuts roasting coals hallows eve come would always welcome if least expected knocked door joy was perhaps story brought laughter perhaps tear life said story teller made smiles tears little ones listening him learned rejoice whose joy great mourn sorrowful better worse it due time grew noble men good women open door let come in give seat fire gather close him shall hear summary phil chenevert author s foreword p |
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6625 |
7207 |
Watchbird |
Robert Sheckley |
Science Fiction |
3 Robert Sheckley short stories that demonstrate the breathof his fantastic imagination. In Watchbird, the question "can machines solve human problems?" is answered with a resounding YES! But there may be a few unforeseen glitches. Just a few. Warrior Race drops us into an alien race of warriors who fight in a way you will never be able to imagine until you listen. And Beside Still Waters is a gentle story that shows us a man who really wants to get away from it all ... sitting on a rock in the asteroid belt with only a robot for a friend. No girls allowed! A poignant and unsettling story to say the least.</p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/watchbird-by-robert-sheckley/ |
3 robert sheckley short stories demonstrate breathof fantastic imagination watchbird question can machines solve human problems answered resounding yes may unforeseen glitches few warrior race drops us alien race warriors fight way never able imagine listen beside still waters gentle story shows us man really wants get away sitting rock asteroid belt robot friend girls allowed poignant unsettling story say least p |
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6626 |
7208 |
Παραμύθι χωρίς όνομα (Tale Without Name) |
Penelope Delta |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Το Βασίλειο των Μοιρολατρών πέφτει σε παρακμή καθώς ο Βασιλιάς Αστόχαστος ζητάει μόνο την καλοπέραση και δεν φροντίζει για την ευημερία της χώρας του. Πολύς κόσμος φεύγει και το βασίλειο ερημώνει και φτωχαίνει. Το βασιλόπουλο αηδιασμένο από την κατάσταση κινεί να φύγει και αυτό αλλά μια σειρά από γεγονότα ξυπνούν μέσα του την ελπίδα και την αποφασιστικότητα. Με την βοήθεια της αδελφής του και μερικών πιστών συντρόφων καταφέρνει να σώσει το βασίλειό του από την καταστροφή και να το ξαναφέρει σε ανάπτυξη!<br><br>\n\nThe Kingdom of Moirolatres (Fatalists) falls into decay as the King Astochastos (Thoughtless) cares only for his own comfort and neglects the welfare of his country. Many people leave and the kingdom gets ravaged and poor. The prince, disgusted by the situation, wants to leave too, but a series of events awakens hope and determination in him. With the help of his sister and a few loyal companions, he manages to save his kingdom from destruction and bring it back in development! (Summary by Rapunzelina) </p>\n |
Greek |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/paramythi-horis-onoma-by-penelope-delta/ |
το βασίλειο των μοιρολατρών πέφτει σε παρακμή καθώς ο βασιλιάς αστόχαστος ζητάει μόνο την καλοπέραση και δεν φροντίζει για την ευημερία της χώρας του πολύς κόσμος φεύγει και το βασίλειο ερημώνει και φτωχαίνει το βασιλόπουλο αηδιασμένο από την κατάσταση κινεί να φύγει και αυτό αλλά μια σειρά από γεγονότα ξυπνούν μέσα του την ελπίδα και την αποφασιστικότητα με την βοήθεια της αδελφής του και μερικών πιστών συντρόφων καταφέρνει να σώσει το βασίλειό του από την καταστροφή και να το ξαναφέρει σε ανάπτυξη br br kingdom moirolatres fatalists falls decay king astochastos thoughtless cares comfort neglects welfare country many people leave kingdom gets ravaged poor prince disgusted situation wants leave too series events awakens hope determination him help sister loyal companions manages save kingdom destruction bring back development summary rapunzelina p |
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6627 |
7209 |
Islands of Space |
John Wood Campbell. Jr. |
Science Fiction |
As Earth's faster-than-light spaceship hung in the void between galaxies, Arcot, Wade, Morey and Fuller could see below them, like a vast shining horizon, the mass of stars that formed their own island universe. Morey worked a moment with his slide rule, then said, "We made good time! Twenty-nine light years in ten seconds! Yet you had it on at only half power...." Arcot pushed the control lever all the way to full power. The ship filled with the strain of flowing energy, and sparks snapped in the air of the control room as they raced at an inconceivable speed through the darkness of intergalactic space. But suddenly, far off to their left and far to their right, they saw two shining ships paralleling their course! They held grimly to the course of the Earth ship, bracketing it like an official guard. The Earth scientists stared at them in wonder. "Lord," muttered Morey, "where can they have come from?" (Summary by from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/islands-of-space-by-john-w-campbell/ |
earth s faster than light spaceship hung void galaxies arcot wade morey fuller could see them like vast shining horizon mass stars formed island universe morey worked moment slide rule said we made good time twenty nine light years ten seconds yet half power arcot pushed control lever way full power ship filled strain flowing energy sparks snapped air control room raced inconceivable speed darkness intergalactic space suddenly far left far right saw two shining ships paralleling course held grimly course earth ship bracketing like official guard earth scientists stared wonder lord muttered morey where come from summary gutenberg text p |
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6628 |
7210 |
Short Poetry Collection 114 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-114/ |
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6629 |
7211 |
Anne's House of Dreams (version 3) (dramatic reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, General Fiction, Romance |
In the next installment of the Anne series, newlyweds Anne and Gilbert move to the harbor town of Four Winds. There they meet new friends and experience joy as well as heartbreak. (Summary by wildemoose) <br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Anne/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Diana Barry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Marilla Cuthbert/Marshall Elliott: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Rachel Lynde: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Mrs. Harmon Andrews/Davy Keith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mrs. Jasper Bell/Miss Cornelia Bryant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Gilbert Blythe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Paul Irving: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7903">Ethan Hardman</a><br>Charlotta the Fourth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>Philippa Gordon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Miss Patty Spofford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Doctor Dave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Mrs. Doctor Dave: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a><br>Captain Jim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Leslie Moore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Susan Baker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Owen Ford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Audio edited by Arielle Lipshaw</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-dramatic-reading-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
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6630 |
7212 |
Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War |
Herman Melville |
Single author, War & Military |
Published in 1866, Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War is a collection of poems about the Civil War by Herman Melville. Many of the poems are inspired by second- and third-hand accounts from print news sources (especially the Rebellion Record) and from family and friends. A handful of trips Melville took before, during, and after the war provide additional angles of vision into the battles, the personalities, and the moods of war. In an opening note, Melville describes his project not so much as a systematic chronicle (though many of the individual poems refer to specific events) but as a kind of memory piece of national experience. The “aspects” to which he refers in the title are as diverse as “the moods of involuntary meditation—moods variable, and at times widely at variance.” Much of the verse is stylistically conventional (more so than modern readers perhaps expect from the author of Moby-Dick), but the shifting subjectivities and unresolved traumas that unfold in the collection merit repeated contemplation. Melville’s Battle-Pieces do not offer a neatly versified narrative of the Civil War but rather kaleidescopic glimpses of shifting emotions and ambivalent reflections of post-war America.(Professor Meredith Neuman)</p>\n\n |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-battle-pieces-and-aspects-of-the-war-by-herman-melville/ |
published 1866 battle pieces aspects war collection poems civil war herman melville many poems inspired second third hand accounts print news sources especially rebellion record family friends handful trips melville took before during war provide additional angles vision battles personalities moods war opening note melville describes project much systematic chronicle though many individual poems refer specific events kind memory piece national experience aspects refers title diverse the moods involuntary meditation moods variable times widely variance much verse stylistically conventional more modern readers perhaps expect author moby dick shifting subjectivities unresolved traumas unfold collection merit repeated contemplation melville s battle pieces offer neatly versified narrative civil war rather kaleidescopic glimpses shifting emotions ambivalent reflections post war america professor meredith neuman p |
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6631 |
7213 |
Gentleman and Lady's Book of Politeness and Propriety of Deportment |
Élisabeth Celnart |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
A mid-nineteenth century book of etiquette. (Summary by Libby Gohn) </p> |
English |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/the-gentleman-and-ladys-book-of-politeness-and-propriety-of-deportment-by-elizabeth-celnart/ |
mid nineteenth century book etiquette summary libby gohn p |
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6632 |
7214 |
Story of Doctor Dolittle (version 2) |
Hugh Lofting |
Animals & Nature |
This is the original book about the amazing Dr. Dolittle who "Besides the gold-fish in the pond at the bottom of his garden, he had rabbits in the pantry, white mice in his piano, a squirrel in the linen closet and a hedgehog in the cellar." In it, the kind hearted dreamer learns he likes animals better than humans; is introduced to animal speech by his parrot, Polynesea; becomes very poor; travels to Africa and has many adventures with his animal friends. And they are indeed friends. </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-doctor-dolittle-by-hugh-lofting-2/ |
original book amazing dr dolittle besides gold fish pond bottom garden rabbits pantry white mice piano squirrel linen closet hedgehog cellar it kind hearted dreamer learns likes animals better humans introduced animal speech parrot polynesea becomes poor travels africa many adventures animal friends indeed friends p |
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6633 |
7215 |
Islands of Magic |
Elsie Spicer Eells |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
LEGENDS, FOLK AND FAIRY TALES FROM THE AZORES. Some three-fourths of the distance between America and Europe there is a group of nine beautiful islands called the Azores which belong to Portugal. Their names are Flores, Corvo, Fayal, Pico, S. Jorge, Graciosa, Terceira, S. Miguel, and Santa Maria. Many people think them to be the mountain peaks of the submerged continent, Atlantis, which long ago was covered by the ocean.However, when I spent December 1920 and January 1921 in the Azores, I found that there were not only pleasant folktales there but even real fairies. They inhabit the wooded slopes of Monte Brasil on the island of Terceira. The fisher folk who visit the barren Ilheos de Cabras on the Bay of Angra know that there are fairies living in those rocky isles even yet when the boys and girls of the Azores are sailing away from them to seek their fortunes in America. Have they not often seen the fairy garments spread out upon the rocks in the bright sunshine? (Summary by book preface) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-islands-of-magic-by-elsie-spicer-eells/ |
legends folk fairy tales azores three fourths distance america europe group nine beautiful islands called azores belong portugal names flores corvo fayal pico s jorge graciosa terceira s miguel santa maria many people think mountain peaks submerged continent atlantis long ago covered ocean however spent december 1920 january 1921 azores found pleasant folktales even real fairies inhabit wooded slopes monte brasil island terceira fisher folk visit barren ilheos de cabras bay angra know fairies living rocky isles even yet boys girls azores sailing away seek fortunes america often seen fairy garments spread upon rocks bright sunshine summary book preface p |
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6634 |
7216 |
Charming Fellow |
Frances Eleanor Trollope |
General Fiction |
A scathing criticism of social climbing underlies this unsettling story by Frances Eleanor Trollope, sister-in-law to Anthony and daughter-in-law to Frances Milton Trollope. Published in 1876, A Charming Fellow is a serious exploration of a bitterly unhappy marriage and its consequences, as seen through the eyes of diverse, well-drawn characters. (Summary by Angela Rowland)<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/a-charming-fellow-by-frances-eleanor-trollope/ |
scathing criticism social climbing underlies unsettling story frances eleanor trollope sister in law anthony daughter in law frances milton trollope published 1876 charming fellow serious exploration bitterly unhappy marriage consequences seen eyes diverse well drawn characters summary angela rowland p |
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6635 |
7217 |
Twenthe |
Jacobus Craandijk |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Wandeling door het moderniserende Twenthe van 1870. De fabrieken van Hengelo en Enschede, de mooie landerijen van Kasteel Twickel, het Volkspark in Enschede en een wandeling van Almelo via Borne naar Hengelo worden beschreven. Het verslag eindigt met de verzuchting dat slechts een zeer klein deel van al het fraais dat Twenthe te bieden heeft bezocht is kunnen worden. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/twenthe-by-jacobus-craandijk/ |
wandeling door het moderniserende twenthe van 1870 de fabrieken van hengelo en enschede de mooie landerijen van kasteel twickel het volkspark enschede en een wandeling van almelo via borne naar hengelo worden beschreven het verslag eindigt met de verzuchting dat slechts een zeer klein deel van al het fraais dat twenthe te bieden heeft bezocht kunnen worden samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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6636 |
7218 |
Short Account of the History of Mathematics |
W. W. Rouse Ball |
Mathematics |
This is a history of mathematics from antiquity to the turn of the 20th century. (Summary by Paul King) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/short-account-of-the-history-of-mathematics-by-w-w-rouse-ball/ |
history mathematics antiquity turn 20th century summary paul king p |
| 6696 |
6637 |
7219 |
Stories from The Detective's Album |
Mary Fortune |
Detective Fiction |
Mary Fortune is best known for The Detective's Album, the longest-running early detective serial anywhere in the world. Written under the name Waif Wander and narrated by detective Mark Sinclair, The Detective's Album was serialized for forty years in the Australian Journal from 1868 to 1908. (Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThese stories were read from scans from the University of Queensland library - there is no online Etext</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-detective-album-by-mary-fortune/ |
mary fortune best known detective s album longest running early detective serial anywhere world written name waif wander narrated detective mark sinclair detective s album serialized forty years australian journal 1868 1908 wikipedia br br stories read scans university queensland library online etext p |
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6638 |
7220 |
Romeo and Juliet (version 4) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Two households, both alike in dignity,<br />In fair Verona, where we lay our scene,<br />From ancient grudge break to new mutiny,<br />Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean.<br />From forth the fatal loins of these two foes<br />A pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life;<br />Whose misadventured piteous overthrows<br />Do with their death bury their parents' strife.<br />(Summary from the Prologue)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Romeo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Juliet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Friar Laurence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Mercutio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Tybalt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Benvolio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7371">MarcyT</a><br>Lady Capulet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Capulet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Montague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Paris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Prince: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Additional voices: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7171">April Gonzales</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7903">Ethan Hardman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7876">J.J. Wazman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7899">James Silverstein</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7839">Loveday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4706">Sally Mc</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7603">Wupperhippo</a><br>Edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
1597 |
https://librivox.org/romeo-and-juliet-version-4-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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6639 |
7221 |
Georgica |
Virgil |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Historical Fiction, Poetry |
Vergil's <i>Georgica</i> is the culmination of a long tradition in antiquity of poems about agriculture, beginning with Hesiod in the eighth c. BC. His poem is a rich admixture of allusion to that tradition: didactic poem, eulogium of Augustus, the neoteric epyllion about Orpheus, Epicurean philosophy as presented by his predecessor and model, Lucretius. Thomas Jefferson imagined his gentleman farmer tilling his fields with a copy of the Georgics between the handles of the plowshare. (Summary by Malone) </p> |
Latin |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/georgica-by-publius-vergilius-maro/ |
vergil s i georgica i culmination long tradition antiquity poems agriculture beginning hesiod eighth c bc poem rich admixture allusion tradition didactic poem eulogium augustus neoteric epyllion orpheus epicurean philosophy presented predecessor model lucretius thomas jefferson imagined gentleman farmer tilling fields copy georgics handles plowshare summary malone p |
| 6699 |
6640 |
7222 |
Master's Indwelling |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
In all the writings of the late nineteenth century minister and writer Andrew Murray, we see his passion for reality in the lives of Christian believers. In this series of addresses he explains how, in various areas of the spiritual life, one may grow in God and experience more of his power. In particular he shows the importance of Christ truly being given his rightful place in the believer’s life. There are chapters on: carnal Christians, the self life, waiting on God, entrance into rest, the kingdom first, Christ our life, Christ's humility our salvation, complete surrender, being dead with Christ, joy in the Holy Ghost, the triumph of faith, the source of power in prayer, and God being all in all. Although written well over a century ago, this book is still relevant and amazingly up to date! (Summary by Christopher Smith) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-masters-indwelling-by-andrew-murray/ |
writings late nineteenth century minister writer andrew murray see passion reality lives christian believers series addresses explains how various areas spiritual life one may grow god experience power particular shows importance christ truly given rightful place believer s life chapters on carnal christians self life waiting god entrance rest kingdom first christ life christ s humility salvation complete surrender dead christ joy holy ghost triumph faith source power prayer god all although written well century ago book still relevant amazingly date summary christopher smith p |
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6641 |
7225 |
Hound of the Baskervilles (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The desolate, treacherous Devon moors. A bloodcurdling legend of a ghastly hound from hell, haunting the Baskerville family for generations. Such is the setting for the most horrific Sherlock Holmes story ever written, where the celebrated sleuth's brains are pitted against those of a most diabolically cunning and elusive villain. (Summary by LadyMaria)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-of-the-baskervilles-version-3-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
desolate treacherous devon moors bloodcurdling legend ghastly hound hell haunting baskerville family generations setting horrific sherlock holmes story ever written celebrated sleuth s brains pitted diabolically cunning elusive villain summary ladymaria p |
| 6701 |
6642 |
7226 |
Culprit Fay and Other Poems |
Joseph Rodman Drake |
Poetry |
A collection, The Culprit Fay and Other Poems, was published posthumously by his daughter in 1835. His best-known poems are the long title-poem of that collection and the patriotic "The American Flag" which was set as a cantata for two soloists, choir and orchestra by the Czech composer Antonin Dvořák in 1892-93, as his Op. 102. In the early part of the 19th Century both Drake and his friend Halleck were widely hailed by Americans as among the leading literary personalities and talents produced by this country. That they had been leading lights in the New York area was true, but the glimmer for both could not really hold. It was finally diminished by Edgar Allan Poe when he wrote a serious study of the two poets called The Halleck - Rodman Review. Looking at The Culprit Fay by Drake, Poe showed that the imagery many marveled at was quite second-rate and ordinary. In fact, he briefly invented new lines to show how easily it could be done. The reputations of both Drake and Halleck never recovered. (Summary excerpted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-culprit-fay-and-other-poems-by-joseph-rodman-drake/ |
collection culprit fay poems published posthumously daughter 1835 best known poems long title poem collection patriotic the american flag set cantata two soloists choir orchestra czech composer antonin dvořák 1892 93 op 102 early part 19th century drake friend halleck widely hailed americans among leading literary personalities talents produced country leading lights new york area true glimmer could really hold finally diminished edgar allan poe wrote serious study two poets called halleck rodman review looking culprit fay drake poe showed imagery many marveled quite second rate ordinary fact briefly invented new lines show easily could done reputations drake halleck never recovered summary excerpted wikipedia p |
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6669 |
7253 |
Famous Stories Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
The group of stories brought together in this volume differ from legends because they have, with one exception,no core fact at the centre, from myths because they make no attempt to personify or explain the forces or processes of nature, from fairy stories because they do not often bring to the stage actors from a different nature from ours.... The stories which make up this volume are closer to experience and come, from the most part, nearer to the every-day happenings of life. (Summary by Hamilton Wright Mabie, from the Introduction) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/famous-stories-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
group stories brought together volume differ legends have one exception no core fact centre myths make attempt personify explain forces processes nature fairy stories often bring stage actors different nature ours stories make volume closer experience come part nearer every day happenings life summary hamilton wright mabie introduction p |
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6670 |
7254 |
Children's Bible |
Henry A. Sherman |
Religion |
This is a Book of Children's Bible Stories. (Summary by Kenneth Coon)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-bible-by-henry-a-sherman/ |
book children s bible stories summary kenneth coon p |
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6643 |
7227 |
Alcestis |
Euripides |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Tragedy |
Alcestis is the earliest surviving play by Euripides. Alcestis, the devoted wife of King Admetus, has agreed to die in his place, and at the beginning of the play she is close to death. In the first scene, Apollo argues with Thanatos (Death), asking to prolong Alcestis' life, but Thanatos refuses. Apollo leaves, but suggests that a man will come to Pherae who will save Alcestis. Euripides' play is perhaps the most unusual Greek drama ever written: a tragedy that is not a tragedy. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Admetus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Alcestis/Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Pheres: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Little Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a><br>Manservant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Handmaid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Heracles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Apollo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Thanatos: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>Chorus Leader: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/alcestis-by-euripides/ |
alcestis earliest surviving play euripides alcestis devoted wife king admetus agreed die place beginning play close death first scene apollo argues thanatos death asking prolong alcestis life thanatos refuses apollo leaves suggests man come pherae save alcestis euripides play perhaps unusual greek drama ever written tragedy tragedy summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br admetus a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br alcestis chorus a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br pheres a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br little boy a href http librivox org reader 7246 lyn silva a br manservant a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br handmaid a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br heracles a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br apollo a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br thanatos a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br chorus leader a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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6644 |
7228 |
Legend of Heinz von Stein |
Charles Godfrey Leland |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Legend of Heinz von Stein by Charles Godfrey Leland. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 11, 2012.<br><br>Charles Godfrey Leland was an American humorist who traveled extensively throughout Europe and the US. Leland worked in journalism, and became interested in folklore and folk linguistics, publishing books and articles on American and European languages and folk traditions. He worked in a wide variety of trades, achieved recognition as the author of the comic Hans Breitmann’s Ballads, fought in two conflicts, and wrote what was to become a primary source text for Neopaganism half a century later, Aradia, or the Gospel of the Witches. ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-legend-of-heinz-von-stein-by-charles-godfrey-leland/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings legend heinz von stein charles godfrey leland weekly poetry project november 11 2012 br br charles godfrey leland american humorist traveled extensively throughout europe us leland worked journalism became interested folklore folk linguistics publishing books articles american european languages folk traditions worked wide variety trades achieved recognition author comic hans breitmann s ballads fought two conflicts wrote become primary source text neopaganism half century later aradia gospel witches summary wikipedia p |
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6645 |
7229 |
Widow's House |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Widows' House by Sarah Orne Jewett. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 11, 2012.<br><br>Sarah Orne Jewett was an American novelist and short story writer, best known for her local color works set along or near the southern seacoast of Maine. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-widows-house-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings widows house sarah orne jewett fortnightly poetry project november 11 2012 br br sarah orne jewett american novelist short story writer best known local color works set along near southern seacoast maine summary wikipedia p |
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6646 |
7230 |
Epistulae Morales Selectae |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Ancient |
Seneca is an important repository of Stoic doctrine. His reputation, based on the ancient testimony, has remained ambiguous down to the present day: he was a Stoic hero who attempted to advise Nero, he was a dissolute hypocrite, he was a Christian saint. That said, his letters provided a format for philosophical discourse that long remained valid for Western Europe. His musings always sprang from concrete situations: the games in the Coliseum, the noise from a public bath below his apartment. Montaigne admired the style of his Latin, which he called "nerveux": taut and full of energy. (Summary by Malone) </p> |
Latin |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/epistulae-morales-selectae-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
seneca important repository stoic doctrine reputation based ancient testimony remained ambiguous present day stoic hero attempted advise nero dissolute hypocrite christian saint said letters provided format philosophical discourse long remained valid western europe musings always sprang concrete situations games coliseum noise public bath apartment montaigne admired style latin called nerveux taut full energy summary malone p |
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6647 |
7231 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 006 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.\n<BR><BR>\nBrief description of the contributions:<BR>\n01 Tagalog - ¡Ang Reyna Elena.....! by Pascual de Leon (1893-1958) [1915] - Key words: poetry, The Queen Elena<BR>\n02 Polish - Pieśń o mowie naszej by Tadeusz Boy-Żeleński (1874-1941) [1913] - Key words: poetry, poezja, język, pruderia<BR>\n03 Japanese - Tebukuro wo kaini by Niimi Nankichi (1913-1943) [1943] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, fox, mitten<BR>\n04 Japanese - Sangetsuki by Nakajima Atsushi (1909-1942) [1942] - Key words: prose, fiction, China, tiger<BR>\n05 Japanese - Butoukai by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) [1920] - Key words: prose, fiction, ball, dance<BR>\n06 Japanese - Manaduru to Daria by Miyazawa Kenji (1896-1933) [1948] - Key words: prose, fiction, crane, dahlia<BR>\n07 Japanese - Lemon by Kajii Motojiro (1901-1932) [1928] - Key words: prose, fiction, lemon, Kyoto<BR>\n08 Japanese - Mimizuku Tsushin by Dazai Osamu (1909-1948) [1941] - Key words: prose, fiction, Niigata, speech<BR>\n09 Japanese - Bremen no Machigakutai by Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (1785-1863) & Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786-1859) translated by Kusuyama Masao(1884-1950) [1949] - Key words: prose, fiction, children, Grimm<BR>\n10 Japanese - Shisakusya no Nikki by Miki Kiyoshi (1897-1945) [1939]<BR>\n11 Japanese - Asahan by Shimazaki Touson (1872-1943) [1906] - Key words: prose, fiction, breakfast<BR>\n12 Japanese - Sannin no Hyakusyou by Akita Ujyaku (1883-1962) [1920] - Key words: prose, fiction, peasant, baby<BR>\n13 Japanese - Oborekaketa Kyodai by Arishima Takeo (1878-1923) [1921] <BR>\n14 Tagalog - Ang Tubo by Jose N. Sevilla (1880-1946) [1908] - Key words: prose, poetry, legend of the tubo or "sugar cane"<BR>\n15 Latin - Carmina I - Dedication to Cornelius Nepos by Caius Valerius Catullus (84 BC-54 BC) - Key words: Poetry<BR>\n16 Spanish - Eldorado from Poemas by Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) translated by Alberto Lasplaces (1887-1950) - Key words: Poem<BR>\n17 Russian - Dobbles's Missing Overshoe by Arkady Averchenko (1881-1925) [1908] - Key words: prose (feuilleton)<BR>\n18 Latin - Ode 1: To Maecenas (from Odes and Epodes) by Quintus Horatius Flaccus (aka Horace) (65 BC-8 BC) [1922] - Key words: Poem, Ode<BR>\n19 Latin - Cynthia Monobiblos, Elegy 4 by Sextus Propertius (50 BC-15 BC) - Key words: Poem, Elegy</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-006/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br brief description contributions br 01 tagalog ang reyna elena pascual de leon 1893 1958 1915 key words poetry queen elena br 02 polish pieśń mowie naszej tadeusz boy żeleński 1874 1941 1913 key words poetry poezja język pruderia br 03 japanese tebukuro wo kaini niimi nankichi 1913 1943 1943 key words prose fiction children fox mitten br 04 japanese sangetsuki nakajima atsushi 1909 1942 1942 key words prose fiction china tiger br 05 japanese butoukai akutagawa ryunosuke 1892 1927 1920 key words prose fiction ball dance br 06 japanese manaduru daria miyazawa kenji 1896 1933 1948 key words prose fiction crane dahlia br 07 japanese lemon kajii motojiro 1901 1932 1928 key words prose fiction lemon kyoto br 08 japanese mimizuku tsushin dazai osamu 1909 1948 1941 key words prose fiction niigata speech br 09 japanese bremen machigakutai jacob ludwig carl grimm 1785 1863 wilhelm carl grimm 1786 1859 translated kusuyama masao 1884 1950 1949 key words prose fiction children grimm br 10 japanese shisakusya nikki miki kiyoshi 1897 1945 1939 br 11 japanese asahan shimazaki touson 1872 1943 1906 key words prose fiction breakfast br 12 japanese sannin hyakusyou akita ujyaku 1883 1962 1920 key words prose fiction peasant baby br 13 japanese oborekaketa kyodai arishima takeo 1878 1923 1921 br 14 tagalog ang tubo jose n sevilla 1880 1946 1908 key words prose poetry legend tubo sugar cane br 15 latin carmina dedication cornelius nepos caius valerius catullus 84 bc 54 bc key words poetry br 16 spanish eldorado poemas edgar allan poe 1809 1849 translated alberto lasplaces 1887 1950 key words poem br 17 russian dobbles s missing overshoe arkady averchenko 1881 1925 1908 key words prose feuilleton br 18 latin ode 1 maecenas from odes epodes quintus horatius flaccus aka horace 65 bc 8 bc 1922 key words poem ode br 19 latin cynthia monobiblos elegy 4 sextus propertius 50 bc 15 bc key words poem elegy p |
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6671 |
7255 |
Leben und Schicksale des Katers Rosaurus |
Amalie Winter |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Der Kater Rosaurus muss von Geburt an viele kleine Abenteuer überstehen, bis hin zur Begegnung mit gefrässigen Zoolöwen.\nAmalie Winter ist das Pseudonym der Schriftstellerin Amalie Freifrau v. Groß, deren Mädchenname Amalie v. Seebach war. (Zusammenfassung von crowwings) </p> |
German |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/leben-und-schicksale-des-katers-rosaurus-by-amalie-winter/ |
der kater rosaurus muss von geburt viele kleine abenteuer überstehen bis hin zur begegnung mit gefrässigen zoolöwen amalie winter ist das pseudonym der schriftstellerin amalie freifrau v groß deren mädchenname amalie v seebach war zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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6648 |
7232 |
Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Vol. 1 |
Marguerite of Navarre |
Short Stories |
<p>THE HEPTAMERON, first published posthumously in 1558, is divided into seven complete days containing 10 stories each, and an eighth day containing only 2 stories. The stories, many of which deal with love and infidelity, resulted in "accusations of looseness" by critics of the day. The author, Margaret of Navarre (also known as Margaret of Angoulême) became an influential woman in the intellectual and cultural circles of the French Renaissance.<br><br>\nFrom an 1892 essay by the translator George Saintsbury: "In so large a number of stories with so great a variety of subjects, it naturally cannot but be the case that there is a considerable diversity of tone. But that peculiarity at which we have glanced more than once, the combination of voluptuous passion with passionate regret and a mystical devotion, is seldom absent for long together...The question, What is the special virtue of the Heptameron? I have myself little hesitation in answering. There is no book, in prose and of so early a date, which shows to me the characteristic of the time as it influenced the two great literary nations of Europe so distinctly as this book of Margaret of Angoulême…<br><br>\n\nIt combines a profound and certainly sincere—almost severe—religiosity with a very vigorous practice of some things which the religion it professes does not at all countenance. It has an almost morbidly pronounced simultaneous sense of the joys and the sorrows of human life, the enjoyment of the joys being perfectly frank, and the feeling of the sorrows not in the least sentimental. It unites a great general refinement of thought, manners, opinion, with an almost astonishing occasional coarseness of opinion, manners, thought…There, in a few words, is the secret of THE HEPTAMERON: the fear of God, the sense of death, the voluptuous longing and voluptuous regret for the good things of life and love that pass away." (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and excerpted from the text by lubee930) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/heptameron-vol-1-by-margaret-of-navarre/ |
p the heptameron first published posthumously 1558 divided seven complete days containing 10 stories each eighth day containing 2 stories stories many deal love infidelity resulted accusations looseness critics day author margaret navarre also known margaret angoulême became influential woman intellectual cultural circles french renaissance br br 1892 essay translator george saintsbury in large number stories great variety subjects naturally cannot case considerable diversity tone peculiarity glanced once combination voluptuous passion passionate regret mystical devotion seldom absent long together the question special virtue heptameron little hesitation answering book prose early date shows characteristic time influenced two great literary nations europe distinctly book margaret angoulême br br combines profound certainly sincere almost severe religiosity vigorous practice things religion professes countenance almost morbidly pronounced simultaneous sense joys sorrows human life enjoyment joys perfectly frank feeling sorrows least sentimental unites great general refinement thought manners opinion almost astonishing occasional coarseness opinion manners thought there words secret heptameron fear god sense death voluptuous longing voluptuous regret good things life love pass away summary adapted wikipedia excerpted text lubee930 p |
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6649 |
7233 |
Girls of St. Wode's |
L. T. Meade |
General Fiction |
This is a story about the life of a school girl. The story centres around the girls' college of St. Wode's, Wingfield. This is the place in all England where women who wish to distinguish themselves should go to receive training. The girls come from all classes of society, but the tale centres chiefly around the doings of the Gilroy girls and their benefactor, Mr. Parker. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-girls-of-st-wodes-by-l-t-meade/ |
story life school girl story centres around girls college st wode s wingfield place england women wish distinguish go receive training girls come classes society tale centres chiefly around doings gilroy girls benefactor mr parker summary michele eaton p |
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6650 |
7234 |
Book of Divine Consolation of the Blessed Angela of Foligno |
Blessed Angela of Foligno |
*Non-fiction |
The Blessed Angela of Foligno, T.O.S.F., (c. 1248 – 4 January 1309) was a Christian author, Franciscan tertiary and mystic. She was noted not only for her spiritual writings, but also for founding a religious community which refused to accept becoming an enclosed religious order that it might continue her vision of caring for those in need. </p>\n\nThe Divine Consolation is divided into three treatises. In the first, Blessed Angela talks about her conversion. The second is her teachings. And in the third treatise, she shares her visions of Consolation, the Passion of Christ, the Sacrament of the Altar, and of the Blessed Virgin Mary.\n\n(Summary by Wikipedia and Ann Boulais) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-divine-consolation-of-the-blessed-angela-of-foligno/ |
blessed angela foligno t o s f c 1248 4 january 1309 christian author franciscan tertiary mystic noted spiritual writings also founding religious community refused accept becoming enclosed religious order might continue vision caring need p divine consolation divided three treatises first blessed angela talks conversion second teachings third treatise shares visions consolation passion christ sacrament altar blessed virgin mary summary wikipedia ann boulais p |
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6651 |
7235 |
Naudsonce |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
Naudsonce? What does THAT mean? Well, to find out you will need to listen to this story where Piper's unique mind explores what we mean by 'communication' and how it happens. The joint Space Navy-Colonial Office expedition was looking for new planets suitable for colonization; they had been out, now, for four years, which was close to maximum for an exploring expedition. They had entered eleven systems, and made landings on eight planets. Three had been reasonably close to Terra-type but were all disqualified by terrible animals or warlike inhabitants. Now, finally here was an ideal world; their last chance before returning in disgrace. Now the only thing was to get an agreement from the local king or whatever to the colonization. Easy, right? Well first, you've got to talk to them ...... and there the trouble starts. Listen to this captivating story by H. Beam Piper published in Analog Science Fact—Science Fiction, January 1962. </p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/naudsonce-by-h-beam-piper/ |
naudsonce mean well find need listen story piper s unique mind explores mean communication happens joint space navy colonial office expedition looking new planets suitable colonization out now four years close maximum exploring expedition entered eleven systems made landings eight planets three reasonably close terra type disqualified terrible animals warlike inhabitants now finally ideal world last chance returning disgrace thing get agreement local king whatever colonization easy right well first got talk trouble starts listen captivating story h beam piper published analog science fact science fiction january 1962 p |
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6652 |
7236 |
Laughable Lyrics |
Edward Lear |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
Hillarious, fantastic poems that I enjoyed reading to my two sons when they were little. Now I'd like to read them for anyone's children to enjoy listening to. (Summary by Roeg11)</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/laughable-lyrics-by-edward-lear/ |
hillarious fantastic poems enjoyed reading two sons little i d like read anyone s children enjoy listening to summary roeg11 p |
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6653 |
7237 |
Alcibiades I |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Philosophy |
As Jowett relates in his brilliant introduction, 95% of Plato's writing is certain and his reputation rests soundly on this foundation. The Alcibiades 1 appears to be a short work by Plato with only two characters: Socrates and Alcibiades. This dialogue has little dramatic verisimilitude but centres on the question of what knowledge one needs for political life. Like the early dialogues, the question is on whether the virtues needed by a statesman can be taught, on the importance of self-knowledge as a starting point for any leader. While this may be only partially the work of Plato, or even not his at all, Jowett favoured the work with his magisterial translation and appears to favour its inclusion in the canon of true works. (Summary by Kevin Johnson)</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/alcibiades-i-by-plato/ |
jowett relates brilliant introduction 95 plato s writing certain reputation rests soundly foundation alcibiades 1 appears short work plato two characters socrates alcibiades dialogue little dramatic verisimilitude centres question knowledge one needs political life like early dialogues question whether virtues needed statesman taught importance self knowledge starting point leader may partially work plato even all jowett favoured work magisterial translation appears favour inclusion canon true works summary kevin johnson p |
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6654 |
7238 |
Pictures from Italy |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
e:\nDickens takes time off his novels to give an account of travels which he and his family undertook in France and Italy. There are vivid descriptions of the places, but also of the people and their lives. (Summary by Anthony Ogus) <p> |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/pictures-from-italy-by-charles-dickens/ |
e dickens takes time novels give account travels family undertook france italy vivid descriptions places also people lives summary anthony ogus p |
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6656 |
7240 |
Canti |
Giacomo Leopardi |
Poetry |
La prima edizione dei Canti fu pubblicata a Napoli, curata dall'autore, nel 1835. Superficialmente sarebbe potuta apparire un'ennesima raccolta della tradizione classicista italiana. Nulla di nuovo infatti nel contenuto e nel linguaggio. Il pessimismo e la noia sono temi che dall'Ecclesiaste erano apparsi regolarmente nella letteratura occidentale, da quella classica fino al Werther. Le sferzate poetiche contro la decadenza politica e civile della “patria”, le cui prime attestazioni nella tradizione culturale occidentale risalgono ai profeti veterotestamentari, già in Dante e Petrarca avevano raggiunto vette altissime. Nulla di sostanzialmente nuovo neanche nella lingua poetica, la stessa oramai canonica dal Petrarca in poi: “sembiante” per viso, “luci”, “lumi” o “rai” per occhi,“garzone” per giovane, “beltà”, “augelli”, “alma”, “cor”, ecc. Ma si legga a caso un passo dei Canti, ed ecco che, come nella musica di Mozart, siamo colpiti da un tono nuovo, unico, difficilmente analizzabile. Si provi ad invertire un qualunque sintagma e la magia scompare! Mai titolo fu più pertinente. Ma non è musica fine a sé stessa. Dispiegata sulle “ali del canto”, la voce, così profondamente sincera ed umana di Giacomo Leopardi, grazie all'ineffabilità che nasce dal suo sforzo poetico, continua a toccarci l'animo e il cuore come poche altre, nella poesia italiana. (Riassunto di Sergio Baldelli)</p> |
Italian |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/canti-by-giacomo-leopardi/ |
la prima edizione dei canti fu pubblicata napoli curata dall autore nel 1835 superficialmente sarebbe potuta apparire un ennesima raccolta della tradizione classicista italiana nulla di nuovo infatti nel contenuto e nel linguaggio il pessimismo e la noia sono temi che dall ecclesiaste erano apparsi regolarmente nella letteratura occidentale da quella classica fino al werther le sferzate poetiche contro la decadenza politica e civile della patria le cui prime attestazioni nella tradizione culturale occidentale risalgono ai profeti veterotestamentari già dante e petrarca avevano raggiunto vette altissime nulla di sostanzialmente nuovo neanche nella lingua poetica la stessa oramai canonica dal petrarca poi sembiante per viso luci lumi rai per occhi garzone per giovane beltà augelli alma cor ecc si legga caso un passo dei canti ed ecco che come nella musica di mozart siamo colpiti da un tono nuovo unico difficilmente analizzabile si provi ad invertire un qualunque sintagma e la magia scompare mai titolo fu più pertinente non è musica fine sé stessa dispiegata sulle ali del canto la voce così profondamente sincera ed umana di giacomo leopardi grazie all ineffabilità che nasce dal suo sforzo poetico continua toccarci l animo e il cuore come poche altre nella poesia italiana riassunto di sergio baldelli p |
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7241 |
Rainbow Trail |
Zane Grey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
The Rainbow Trail is a sequel to The Riders of the Purple Sage. Both novels are notable for their protagonists' mild opposition to Mormon polygamy, but in The Rainbow Trail this theme is treated more explicitly. The plots of both books revolve around the victimization of women in the Mormon culture: events in Riders of the Purple Sage are centered on the struggle of a Mormon woman who sacrifices her wealth and social status to avoid becoming a junior wife of the head of a local church, while The Rainbow Trail contrasts the older Mormons with the rising generation of Mormon women who will not tolerate polygamy and Mormon men who do not seek it. (Summary Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-trail-by-zane-grey/ |
rainbow trail sequel riders purple sage novels notable protagonists mild opposition mormon polygamy rainbow trail theme treated explicitly plots books revolve around victimization women mormon culture events riders purple sage centered struggle mormon woman sacrifices wealth social status avoid becoming junior wife head local church rainbow trail contrasts older mormons rising generation mormon women tolerate polygamy mormon men seek it summary wikipedia p |
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6658 |
7242 |
Alles Zingt |
Pieter Louwerse |
Poetry |
Het eerste deel van Liedjes en rijmpjes voor het kleine volkje. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders) |
Dutch |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/alles-zingt-by-pieter-louwerse/ |
het eerste deel van liedjes en rijmpjes voor het kleine volkje samenvatting door marcel coenders |
| 6720 |
6659 |
7243 |
Drake |
Alfred Noyes |
Poetry, Epics, Free Verse |
Alfred Noyes, in the blank-verse epic "Drake", fictionalizes the historical Francis Drake, who, during the reign of Elizabeth I of England, sailed (and plundered) on the Spanish Main and beyond. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/drake-by-alfred-noyes/ |
alfred noyes blank verse epic drake fictionalizes historical francis drake who reign elizabeth england sailed and plundered spanish main beyond summary cynthia moyer p |
| 6721 |
6660 |
7244 |
Vassar Studies |
Julia Augusta Schwartz |
General Fiction |
Published in 1899, Vassar Studies is a collection of twelve realistic glimpses into the character of attending students at Vassar College. It delves more with the inner workings of people rather than with dramatic incidents or what was studied in college. The glimpses themselves are both wordy and enlightening. The dialogue within each tends to have a background of various people, some with names and some who remain nameless as part of the scenery. The manner in which they speak may be surprisingly academic for those used to college girl stories of the adventurous or mysterious nature. <p>Julia Augusta Schwartz graduated from Vassar in 1896 and earned an MA in English literature the following year. (Summary by Daryl Wor)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/vassar-studies-by-julia-augusta-schwartz/ |
published 1899 vassar studies collection twelve realistic glimpses character attending students vassar college delves inner workings people rather dramatic incidents studied college glimpses wordy enlightening dialogue within tends background various people names remain nameless part scenery manner speak may surprisingly academic used college girl stories adventurous mysterious nature p julia augusta schwartz graduated vassar 1896 earned english literature following year summary daryl wor p |
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6661 |
7245 |
ろまん燈籠 (Roman Dourou) |
Osamu Dazai |
Humorous Fiction |
グリム童話のラプンツェルに設定が似た物語を、5人の兄弟姉妹が、正月に連作するという話。<br/><br/>On new year's day 5 brothers & sisters write a story similar to Grimm Brothers' Rapunzel. (Summary by ekzemplaro)<br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/roman-dourou-by-osamu-dazai/ |
グリム童話のラプンツェルに設定が似た物語を 5人の兄弟姉妹が 正月に連作するという話 br br on new year s day 5 brothers sisters write story similar grimm brothers rapunzel summary ekzemplaro br br |
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6662 |
7246 |
Schwarzwaldau |
Karl von Holtei |
General Fiction |
Das Buch Schwarzwaldau (1856) ist einer der frühesten Vertreter des Genres "Thriller" in der deutschen Sprache. \n\nDie Handlung öffnet mit den unglücklichen Beziehungen zwischen Emil von und zu Schwarzwaldau, seiner Frau Agnes und dem Jäger Franz. Emil und Franz sehen sich beide in ausweglosen Situationen und entscheiden sich unabhängig voneinander gleichzeitig zum Selbstmord, begegnen sich jedoch zufällig kurz vor ihren Taten und verhindern dadurch den Freitod des jeweils anderen. \nDie Dreiecksbeziehung der beiden mit Emils Frau Agnes, die der Grund für die Verzweiflung beider Männer ist, wird dadurch jedoch nicht entschärft, sondern entwickelt sich durch den Besuch von Agnes' Jugendfreundin Caroline und die Freundschaft mit dem Nachbarn Gustav zu einer komplizierten Fünfecksbeziehung. Es dauert nicht lang, bis das kleine Dorf Schwarzwaldau durch den ersten Todesfall erschüttert wird... \n(Zusammenfassung von Carolin)<p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/schwarzwaldau-by-karl-von-holtei/ |
das buch schwarzwaldau 1856 ist einer der frühesten vertreter des genres thriller der deutschen sprache die handlung öffnet mit den unglücklichen beziehungen zwischen emil von und zu schwarzwaldau seiner frau agnes und dem jäger franz emil und franz sehen sich beide ausweglosen situationen und entscheiden sich unabhängig voneinander gleichzeitig zum selbstmord begegnen sich jedoch zufällig kurz vor ihren taten und verhindern dadurch den freitod des jeweils anderen die dreiecksbeziehung der beiden mit emils frau agnes die der grund für die verzweiflung beider männer ist wird dadurch jedoch nicht entschärft sondern entwickelt sich durch den besuch von agnes jugendfreundin caroline und die freundschaft mit dem nachbarn gustav zu einer komplizierten fünfecksbeziehung es dauert nicht lang bis das kleine dorf schwarzwaldau durch den ersten todesfall erschüttert wird zusammenfassung von carolin p |
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6663 |
7247 |
£1,000,000 Bank-Note & other new Stories |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction |
collection contains:<br><br>\n-The £1,000,000 Bank-Note<br>\n-Mental Telegraphy<br>\n-A Cure for the Blues<br>\n-The Enemy Conquered; or, Love Triumphant<br>\n-About all Kinds of Ships<br>\n-Playing Courier<br>\n-The German Chicago<br>\n-A Petition to the Queen of England<br>\n-A Majestic Literary Fossil<br><br>\nThis Mark Twain short story collection was published in 1893, in a disastrous decade for the United States, a time marked by doubt and waning optimism, rapid immigration, labor problems, and the rise of political violence and social protest.<br><br>\nIt was also a difficult time for Twain personally, as he was forced into bankruptcy and devastated by the death of his favorite daughter, Suzy. Yet the title story still brims with confidence and optimism, marking the moment of hope just before Twain turned to the grim stories of his later years. (Introduction by Wikipedia)<br> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-1000000-bank-note-other-new-stories-by-mark-twain/ |
collection contains br br the 1 000 000 bank note br mental telegraphy br a cure blues br the enemy conquered or love triumphant br about kinds ships br playing courier br the german chicago br a petition queen england br a majestic literary fossil br br mark twain short story collection published 1893 disastrous decade united states time marked doubt waning optimism rapid immigration labor problems rise political violence social protest br br also difficult time twain personally forced bankruptcy devastated death favorite daughter suzy yet title story still brims confidence optimism marking moment hope twain turned grim stories later years introduction wikipedia br |
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6664 |
7248 |
Nonsense Verses |
Edward Lear |
General |
This is a collection of some of the delightful nonsense verses and stories by Edward Lear. A lot of them are also my favorites. The Jumblies, The Owl and the Pussy-cat; the Broom, the Shovel, The Poker and the Tongs; The Duck and the Kangaroo; The Cummerbund; The Dong with the Luminous Nose; The New Vestments; Calico Pie; The courtship of the Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo and Incidents in the Life of My Uncle Arly. Also included at no extra cost are two sections with my favorite Lear limericks. Only about 30 of them but they are all funny and full of delectable silliness. I hope you enjoy listening to these as much as I enjoyed recording them. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/nonsense-verses-by-edward-lear/ |
collection delightful nonsense verses stories edward lear lot also favorites jumblies owl pussy cat broom shovel poker tongs duck kangaroo cummerbund dong luminous nose new vestments calico pie courtship yonghy bonghy bo incidents life uncle arly also included extra cost two sections favorite lear limericks 30 funny full delectable silliness hope enjoy listening much enjoyed recording them summary phil chenevert p |
| 6726 |
6665 |
7249 |
Pollyanna (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
The story begins when Pollyanna arrives in Beldingsville to live with her Aunt Polly, a strict and dutiful middle aged woman. Pollyanna immediately begins to brighten up everyone's life by the "Glad Game." Trying to find something to be glad about in every situation, Pollyanna is happy, joyful, lively, and soon transforms the whole town. One day something so terrible happens, even Pollyanna doesn't know how to be glad about it. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)\n\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nPollyanna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7866">Lydia Rasmussen</a><br>Miss Polly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Nancy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7892">Alexis Castro</a><br>John Pendleton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Dr. Chilton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7704">Robert Harder</a><br>Old Tom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>Jimmy Bean: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7894">Jacob Rasmussen</a><br>Milly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4899">Theresa L. Downey</a><br>Mrs. Snow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7799">Lani Small</a><br>Housemaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7246">Lyn Silva</a><br>Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mr. Ford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Dr. Mead: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Mrs. Payson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Timothy/Young Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7896">Zack Rasmussen</a><br>Mrs. Ford/Mrs. Benton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>Murmuring Lady/Mrs. Tarbell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8712">Susie Rasmussen</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a><br><br>\n<b>Audio edited by:</b> Abigail Rasmussen<br><br>\n<b>Prooflistened by:</b> Abigail Rasmussen and Piotr Nater<br><br> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-dramatic-version-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
story begins pollyanna arrives beldingsville live aunt polly strict dutiful middle aged woman pollyanna immediately begins brighten everyone s life glad game trying find something glad every situation pollyanna happy joyful lively soon transforms whole town one day something terrible happens even pollyanna know glad it summary abigail rasmussen br br strong cast strong br pollyanna a href https librivox org reader 7866 lydia rasmussen a br miss polly a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br nancy a href https librivox org reader 7892 alexis castro a br john pendleton a href https librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br dr chilton a href https librivox org reader 7704 robert harder a br old tom a href https librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br jimmy bean a href https librivox org reader 7894 jacob rasmussen a br milly a href https librivox org reader 4899 theresa l downey a br mrs snow a href https librivox org reader 7799 lani small a br housemaid a href https librivox org reader 7246 lyn silva a br nurse a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mr ford a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br dr mead a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br mrs payson a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br timothy young man a href https librivox org reader 7896 zack rasmussen a br mrs ford mrs benton a href https librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br murmuring lady mrs tarbell a href https librivox org reader 8712 susie rasmussen a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a br br b audio edited by b abigail rasmussen br br b prooflistened by b abigail rasmussen piotr nater br br |
| 6727 |
6666 |
7250 |
Staircase at the Heart's Delight |
Anna Katharine Green |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Detective Ebenezer Gryce tells the story of the case with which he begun his career in 1840. Several wealthy men were drowned and washed ashore in New York City, and the first clue leads to a dubious money lender... (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-staircase-at-the-hearts-delight-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
detective ebenezer gryce tells story case begun career 1840 several wealthy men drowned washed ashore new york city first clue leads dubious money lender summary carolin p |
| 6728 |
6667 |
7251 |
November |
John Clare |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of November by John Clare. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 18, 2012<br><br>John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countryside and his lamentation of its disruption. His poetry underwent a major re-evaluation in the late 20th century and he is often now considered to be among the most important 19th-century poets. His biographer Jonathan Bate states that Clare was "the greatest labouring-class poet that England has ever produced. No one has ever written more powerfully of nature, of a rural childhood, and of the alienated and unstable self". ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/november-by-john-clare/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings november john clare weekly poetry project november 18 2012 br br john clare english poet son farm labourer came known celebratory representations english countryside lamentation disruption poetry underwent major re evaluation late 20th century often considered among important 19th century poets biographer jonathan bate states clare the greatest labouring class poet england ever produced one ever written powerfully nature rural childhood alienated unstable self summary wikipedia p |
| 6729 |
6668 |
7252 |
Enemy of the People |
Henrik Ibsen |
Plays |
A small coastal town in Norway is experiencing an economic boom from its newly found hot springs. When Dr. Thomas Stockmann finds that the waters are contaminated and dangerous, the people refuse to accept his statement, and Dr. Stockmann's friends turn against him. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<br/><br/><b>Cast:</b><br/>Dr. Thomas Stockmann: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Mrs. Stockmann/First Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Petra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Ejlif/Fourth Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Morten: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7410">laurenburwell</a><br>Peter Stockmann: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Morten Kiil: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7122">Nathaniel W.C. Higgins</a><br>Hovstad/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Billings: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7786">Kevin W. Davidson</a><br>Captain Horster/A Drunken Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Aslaksen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Second Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>Third Citizen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Libby Gohn</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/an-enemy-of-the-people-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
small coastal town norway experiencing economic boom newly found hot springs dr thomas stockmann finds waters contaminated dangerous people refuse accept statement dr stockmann s friends turn him summary libby gohn br br b cast b br dr thomas stockmann a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br mrs stockmann first citizen a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br petra a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ejlif fourth citizen a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br morten a href http librivox org reader 7410 laurenburwell a br peter stockmann a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br morten kiil a href http librivox org reader 7122 nathaniel w c higgins a br hovstad narrator a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br billings a href http librivox org reader 7786 kevin w davidson a br captain horster a drunken man a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br aslaksen a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br second citizen a href http librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br third citizen a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br br strong audio edited libby gohn strong br br |
| 6730 |
6672 |
7256 |
Abide in Christ |
Andrew Murray |
Self-Help, Christianity - Other |
Towards the close of his ministry on earth, Jesus taught his disciples of the need for them to abide in Him. This word "abide" speaks of the intimacy of fellowship with the Master to which his followers are still invited. Andrew Murray wrote this series of meditations, which he subtitled "Thoughts on the Blessed Life of Fellowship with the Son of God", out of a conviction that many believers are missing out on something that is really at the heart of a healthy Christian life. The author explains that many, although they trust the Lord for forgiveness and help, have yet to experience the blessing of a day by day and hour by hour walk with the Lord, and therefore are not enjoying the power, the joy and the fruitfulness that is available to each one. He shows how, by taking the time to live closer to Jesus, we may move into a deeper and stronger Christian experience. (Summary by Christopher Smith) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/abide-in-christ-by-andrew-murray/ |
towards close ministry earth jesus taught disciples need abide him word abide speaks intimacy fellowship master followers still invited andrew murray wrote series meditations subtitled thoughts blessed life fellowship son god conviction many believers missing something really heart healthy christian life author explains many although trust lord forgiveness help yet experience blessing day day hour hour walk lord therefore enjoying power joy fruitfulness available one shows how taking time live closer jesus may move deeper stronger christian experience summary christopher smith |
| 6731 |
6673 |
7257 |
2 B R 0 2 B (version 2) & The Big Trip Up Yonder (version 5) |
Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
These two stories by Kurt Vonnegut were written over a decade apart but they are definitely connected. The Big Trip Up Yonder, published in Galaxy Science Fiction January 1954 is a comical yet scary description of what over population was going to do to society after aging was conquered and a simple daily dose of "anti-gerosone" would keep you forever the same age. Would Gramps EVER take 'That Big Trip Up Yonder', or would his hordes of descendants be stuck with him forever in a tiny apartment!? 2 B R 0 2 B, published in Worlds of If, January 1962 takes this basic situation many years into the future and a solution has been found. The population of the US has dropped from 80 billion to 40 million. Not what everyone would call a pretty solution, or the best solution, but nevertheless a solution to the population problem. I believe this is the type of story it is best to listen to, not describe, so enjoy. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/2-b-r-0-2-b-the-big-trip-up-yonder-by-kurt-vonnegut-jr/ |
two stories kurt vonnegut written decade apart definitely connected big trip yonder published galaxy science fiction january 1954 comical yet scary description population going society aging conquered simple daily dose anti gerosone would keep forever age would gramps ever take that big trip yonder would hordes descendants stuck forever tiny apartment 2 b r 0 2 b published worlds if january 1962 takes basic situation many years future solution found population us dropped 80 billion 40 million everyone would call pretty solution best solution nevertheless solution population problem believe type story best listen to describe enjoy summary phil chenevert |
| 6732 |
6674 |
7258 |
In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories |
Robert Barr |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Thirteen short stories by one of the most famous writers in his day. Robert Barr was a British Canadian short story writer and novelist, born in Glasgow, Scotland. In London of the 1890s Barr became a more prolific author - publishing a book a year - and was familiar with many of the best selling authors of his day, including Bret Harte and Stephen Crane. Most of his literary output was of the crime genre, then quite in vogue. When Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories were becoming well known, Barr published in the Idler the first Holmes parody, "The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs" (1892), a spoof that was continued a decade later in another Barr story, "The Adventure of the Second Swag" (1904)(For these two stories, see in LibriVox Barr's <i>The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont</i>). Despite the jibe at the growing Holmes phenomenon Barr and Doyle remained on very good terms. Doyle describes him in his memoirs <i>Memories and Adventures</i> as, "a volcanic Anglo - or rather Scot American, with a violent manner, a wealth of strong adjectives, and one of the kindest natures underneath it all." (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-steamer-chair-and-other-stories-by-robert-barr/ |
thirteen short stories one famous writers day robert barr british canadian short story writer novelist born glasgow scotland london 1890s barr became prolific author publishing book year familiar many best selling authors day including bret harte stephen crane literary output crime genre quite vogue arthur conan doyle s sherlock holmes stories becoming well known barr published idler first holmes parody the adventures sherlaw kombs 1892 spoof continued decade later another barr story the adventure second swag 1904 for two stories see librivox barr s i the triumphs eugène valmont i despite jibe growing holmes phenomenon barr doyle remained good terms doyle describes memoirs i memories adventures i as a volcanic anglo rather scot american violent manner wealth strong adjectives one kindest natures underneath all summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 6733 |
6675 |
7259 |
Uncle Wiggily's Adventures |
Howard R. Garis |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
Due to Uncle Wiggily's rheumatism being so very bad, Dr. Possum prescribes a journey to help him move around, have a change of air, and a good long bout of traveling to get more exercise. So Uncle Wiggily packs his valise and sets forth! (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-adventures-by-howard-r-garis/ |
due uncle wiggily s rheumatism bad dr possum prescribes journey help move around change air good long bout traveling get exercise uncle wiggily packs valise sets forth summary daryl wor p |
| 6734 |
6676 |
7260 |
Bible (DRV) New Testament |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
The Douay Rheims New Testament, published in 1582, is a translation of St Jerome's Latin Vulgate which dates from the fourth century. It influenced production of the King James version of the Bible to come some years afterward, while being the only Roman Catholic authorized vernacular scriptures up until the middle twentieth century. Although updated linguistically in the 18th and 19th centuries to provide easier understanding by the laity and reduce its use of Latinized words, it strove to be faithful to the original translation. The work's importance is that it remains the scriptural texts still relied upon and recognized by more conservative Catholics, following the Second Vatican Council. Its original intent was to respond to the emerging Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century in England. In a phrase, it seems to strive to be "the salt of the earth". (Summary by JCarson)<p> |
English |
1582 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-douay-rheims-new-testament-by-douay-rheims-version/ |
douay rheims new testament published 1582 translation st jerome s latin vulgate dates fourth century influenced production king james version bible come years afterward roman catholic authorized vernacular scriptures middle twentieth century although updated linguistically 18th 19th centuries provide easier understanding laity reduce use latinized words strove faithful original translation work s importance remains scriptural texts still relied upon recognized conservative catholics following second vatican council original intent respond emerging protestant reformation sixteenth century england phrase seems strive the salt earth summary jcarson p |
| 6735 |
6677 |
7261 |
Anarchy |
Errico Malatesta |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
Anarchy explained by the anarchist Errico Malatesta. (Summary by Vineshen Pillay) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/anarchy-by-errico-malatesta/ |
anarchy explained anarchist errico malatesta summary vineshen pillay p |
| 6736 |
6716 |
7304 |
Wind in the Willows (version 5) |
Kenneth Grahame |
Animals & Nature |
A children's classic, this is the story of Rat and Mole, who have many adventures both on and off their beloved river, with their friends Toad and Badger. This version has been read in a whisper and is perfect for night-time listening in a quiet room. The low volume is intentional! (Summary by Cori Samuel)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-willows-by-kenneth-grahame-3/ |
children s classic story rat mole many adventures beloved river friends toad badger version read whisper perfect night time listening quiet room low volume intentional summary cori samuel p |
| 6737 |
6678 |
7262 |
Thais |
Anatole France |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The fourth century ascetic Paphnuce, journeys from his remote desert hermitage to urban Alexandria determined to locate the stunningly beautiful and libertine actress, Thais. He earnestly desires that she convert to Christianity. Gaining an audience by deception, the hermit passionately speaks to the actress of eternity. Remarkably, Thais repents and retires to a convent for the rest of her days. The hermit however, cannot rid his mind of her charms, not even with the help of the most severe austerities. After years of anguish the monk learns of Thais' immanent demise and hastens to her side. There he confesses the unspeakable. (Summary by Rom Maczka) </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/thais-by-anatole-france/ |
fourth century ascetic paphnuce journeys remote desert hermitage urban alexandria determined locate stunningly beautiful libertine actress thais earnestly desires convert christianity gaining audience deception hermit passionately speaks actress eternity remarkably thais repents retires convent rest days hermit however cannot rid mind charms even help severe austerities years anguish monk learns thais immanent demise hastens side confesses unspeakable summary rom maczka p |
| 6738 |
6679 |
7263 |
Lone Ranger Rides |
Fran Striker |
Westerns |
<br />Fans of the old radio shows and the TV series The Lone Ranger will recognize the characters in this book - the Lone Ranger, his faithful Indian sidekick Tonto and his trusty horse, Silver. The Lone Ranger Rides, a wonderful western story in itself, also details the origins of why a Texas Ranger would strike out on his own, wearing a mask at all times, and how he met his companions Tonto and his ever dependable equine friend Silver. (Summary by Roger Melin)<br /><br /> |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/the-lone-ranger-rides-by-fran-striker/ |
br fans old radio shows tv series lone ranger recognize characters book lone ranger faithful indian sidekick tonto trusty horse silver lone ranger rides wonderful western story itself also details origins texas ranger would strike own wearing mask times met companions tonto ever dependable equine friend silver summary roger melin br br |
| 6739 |
6680 |
7264 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 054 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 054: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-054/ |
br librivox s short story collection 054 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 6740 |
6681 |
7265 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 055 |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 055: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members, including stories by J. M. Barrie, O. Henry, Jerome, Joyce, London, Saki, R. L. Stevenson, Trollope, Wilde and Wodehouse.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-055-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 055 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members including stories j m barrie o henry jerome joyce london saki r l stevenson trollope wilde wodehouse br br |
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6682 |
7266 |
Ten-foot Chain |
Achmed Abdullah |
Short Stories |
True love can survive anything. Or can it? Four popular authors were lunching with an editor and the question came up: "What mental and emotional reaction would a man and a woman undergo, linked together by a ten-foot chain, for three days and nights?" The 4 very popular authors each had strong but divergent opinions of what would happen to such a couple chained together for 3 days and nights. The result was these fascinating stories. Does true love scoff at the small difficulty of constant proximity? Does being 'too close' become an acid that eats away even the bonds of love? What do YOU think would happen if you were to write such a story? Read and find out what these popular and creative authors think. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/ten-foot-chain-or-can-love-survive-the-shackles-by-achmed-abdullah-max-brand-e-k-means-p-p-sheehan/ |
true love survive anything it four popular authors lunching editor question came up what mental emotional reaction would man woman undergo linked together ten foot chain three days nights 4 popular authors strong divergent opinions would happen couple chained together 3 days nights result fascinating stories true love scoff small difficulty constant proximity too close become acid eats away even bonds love think would happen write story read find popular creative authors think summary phil chenevert p |
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6683 |
7267 |
Double Traitor |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
The setting is the years prior to the outbreak of World War I. It is a time when Germany is outwardly preparing for war but Britain continues to believe it is invincible and that no one would challenge her. A vast German spy network flourishes in England, often in plain view. The main character is Francis Norgate, an aspiring British diplomat who falls in disfavor with his superiors for defending a woman while stationed in Berlin. The resulting scandal causes Norgate to be recalled. On the way home, he meets a German gentleman, Selingman, who claims to be a crockery salesman. But, Selingman is not what he appears to be. Disillusioned by the English government, Norgate allows himself to be recruited by Selingman. (Summary to be completed at the end of the project – by Tom Weiss) (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-double-traitor-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
setting years prior outbreak world war i time germany outwardly preparing war britain continues believe invincible one would challenge her vast german spy network flourishes england often plain view main character francis norgate aspiring british diplomat falls disfavor superiors defending woman stationed berlin resulting scandal causes norgate recalled way home meets german gentleman selingman claims crockery salesman but selingman appears be disillusioned english government norgate allows recruited selingman summary completed end project tom weiss summary tom weiss p |
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6684 |
7268 |
Five Beloved Stories by O. Henry |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
O. Henry wrote over 600 short stories. Naturally I have my personal top 20 stories that just seem to stand out because of their form, writing style and ability to convey real personalities in a very few words. From these 20 I've chosen five that seem outstanding examples of the short story art form. Stories like The Gift of the Magi; The Cop and the Anthem; Man about Town; A Cosmopolite in a Cafe and Mammon and the Archer. So this is a collection of just five O.Henry stories that many people, including me, have loved and remembered over the years. And this time, thanks to LibriVox, I have the enormous pleasure of not just reading them to myself, but also the joy of reading them aloud! What fun, eh? (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/five-beloved-stories-by-o-henry-by-o-henry/ |
o henry wrote 600 short stories naturally personal top 20 stories seem stand form writing style ability convey real personalities words 20 i ve chosen five seem outstanding examples short story art form stories like gift magi cop anthem man town cosmopolite cafe mammon archer collection five o henry stories many people including me loved remembered years time thanks librivox enormous pleasure reading myself also joy reading aloud fun eh summary phil chenevert p |
| 6744 |
6685 |
7269 |
Vingtième siècle |
Albert Robida |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Cette oeuvre d'anticipation sociale nous décrit un vingtième siècle dans lequel les grands criminels sont défendus par des femmes, celles-ci étant plus aptes à faire pleurer les jurés. Les systèmes politiques, les droits de la femme, le capitalisme, le tourisme, beaucoup de sujets sont abordés de manière drôle et intelligente. L'auteur anticipe le téléphone et la télévision, la synchronisation, le battage médiatique.<br/>L'histoire se concentre autour de la jeune Hélène Colobry, qui sort du lycée où elle a peu appris, et qui se cherche une carrière sur les conseils de son tuteur, le riche banquier Raphaël Ponto. Après avoir fait quelques pas comme apprentie avocate, Hélène s'essaie à une carrière politique, avant de se lancer dans la littérature et le journalisme.<br/>À noter: les illustrations du livre original sont absolument fantastiques. (résumé par Nadine) <p> |
French |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/le-vingtieme-siecle-by-albert-robida/ |
cette oeuvre d anticipation sociale nous décrit un vingtième siècle dans lequel les grands criminels sont défendus par des femmes celles ci étant plus aptes à faire pleurer les jurés les systèmes politiques les droits de la femme le capitalisme le tourisme beaucoup de sujets sont abordés de manière drôle et intelligente l auteur anticipe le téléphone et la télévision la synchronisation le battage médiatique br l histoire se concentre autour de la jeune hélène colobry qui sort du lycée où elle peu appris et qui se cherche une carrière sur les conseils de son tuteur le riche banquier raphaël ponto après avoir fait quelques pas comme apprentie avocate hélène s essaie à une carrière politique avant de se lancer dans la littérature et le journalisme br à noter les illustrations du livre original sont absolument fantastiques résumé par nadine p |
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6686 |
7270 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 09: Donna Mimma |
Luigi Pirandello |
General Fiction |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924. La nona raccolta, edita nel 1925, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1902 ed il 1923. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)<p><b>Nota:</b> Per motivi di diritti d'autore negli Stati Uniti, alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta. Gli abitanti di nazioni ove i diritti d'autore su quest'opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su Legamus.eu<p>Questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii.<p> |
Italian |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-9-donna-mimma-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924 la nona raccolta edita nel 1925 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1902 ed il 1923 riassunto di filippo gioachin p b nota b per motivi di diritti d autore negli stati uniti alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta gli abitanti di nazioni ove diritti d autore su quest opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su legamus eu p questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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6687 |
7271 |
Mystères de Paris - Tome 3 |
Eugène Sue |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
Livres 5 et 6 des Mystères de Paris, où l’on retrouve Rodolphe, faisant de son mieux pour aider les gens pauvres en détresse, et la Goualeuse, toujours répandant le bonheur, même à la prison. L’avocat Ferrand, déjà coupable de la ruine d’un bon nombre de personnages, met tout en œuvre pour la sortir de la prison, non pour l’aider, mais pour l’éliminer. Pour arriver à ses fins il se procure l’aide d’une famille de voleurs sans scrupules… (Summary by Sonia) |
French |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/les-mysteres-de-paris-tome-3-by-eugene-sue/ |
livres 5 et 6 des mystères de paris où l on retrouve rodolphe faisant de son mieux pour aider les gens pauvres en détresse et la goualeuse toujours répandant le bonheur même à la prison l avocat ferrand déjà coupable de la ruine d un bon nombre de personnages met tout en œuvre pour la sortir de la prison non pour l aider mais pour l éliminer pour arriver à ses fins il se procure l aide d une famille de voleurs sans scrupules summary sonia |
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6688 |
7272 |
Arcadia in Avernus |
Will Lillibridge |
Romance, Short Stories |
Unhappy wife leaves marriage of convenience for another man, the couple running away to the Dakota prairie to set up housekeeping. All seems romantically well... until the ex shows up. Surprisingly modern (if a little theatrical) novella from the early 1900's. From the posthumous collection of Lillibridge short stories, A Breath of Prairie, 1911.<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/arcadia-in-avernus-by-will-lillibridge/ |
unhappy wife leaves marriage convenience another man couple running away dakota prairie set housekeeping seems romantically well ex shows up surprisingly modern if little theatrical novella early 1900 s posthumous collection lillibridge short stories breath prairie 1911 p |
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6689 |
7273 |
Station Life in New Zealand |
Mary Anne Barker |
*Non-fiction, History , Memoirs |
<p>Station Life in New Zealand is a collection of cheerful and interesting letters written by Lady Mary Anne Barker (nee Mary Anne Stewart) that is a New Zealand "classic". These letters are described in the Preface as "the exact account of a lady's experience of the brighter and less practical side of colonisation". The letters were written between 1865 and 1868 and cover the time of her travel with her husband (Frederick Broomie) to New Zealand and life on a colonial sheep-station at their homestead "Broomielaw", located in the Province of Canterbury, South Island of New Zealand. Although these letters are written with great humour and fine story telling, her life was marred by tragedy while in Canterbury through the illness and eventual death of her baby son.<br><br>The first four ships of settlers that colonised the Canterbury region had only arrived in 1850. Consequently, little was known about, for example, the irregular Canterbury weather patterns that would dominate the lives of Lady Barker and her husband for those three short years. She describes the regular predations of the Canterbury nor'wester (a type of Fohn wind), including its role in completely blowing away her attempts at establishing a croquet lawn, the devastating effects of snow storm that killed over half of their sheep, and of a great flood that not only flooded Christchurch but demolished her poultry and nearly drowned her husband.<br><br>Lady Mary Anne Barker was a strong horse woman and very keen for all sorts of "adventures". She describes instigating a bitterly cold late autumn overnight camping trip to the top of their nearest hill, Flagpole, followed the next morning by a serene sunrise over the Canterbury plains. In other letters, she describes her pride and enjoyment at joining and keeping up with nine men, who doubted her abilities, for long hours of walking in untracked, untamed bush with the aim of hunting wild cattle; and her joy at setting ablaze the tussock grasslands on their sheep station in spite of the risk to her eyelashes. As one of the few women in her part of Canterbury at the time, she also helped provide the neighbourhood with books to read, and baptism and schools for children. Lady Mary Anne Barker and her husband returned to England at the end of 1868. (Summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/station-life-in-new-zealand-by-lady-mary-anne-barker/ |
p station life new zealand collection cheerful interesting letters written lady mary anne barker nee mary anne stewart new zealand classic letters described preface the exact account lady s experience brighter less practical side colonisation letters written 1865 1868 cover time travel husband frederick broomie new zealand life colonial sheep station homestead broomielaw located province canterbury south island new zealand although letters written great humour fine story telling life marred tragedy canterbury illness eventual death baby son br br the first four ships settlers colonised canterbury region arrived 1850 consequently little known about example irregular canterbury weather patterns would dominate lives lady barker husband three short years describes regular predations canterbury nor wester a type fohn wind including role completely blowing away attempts establishing croquet lawn devastating effects snow storm killed half sheep great flood flooded christchurch demolished poultry nearly drowned husband br br lady mary anne barker strong horse woman keen sorts adventures describes instigating bitterly cold late autumn overnight camping trip top nearest hill flagpole followed next morning serene sunrise canterbury plains letters describes pride enjoyment joining keeping nine men doubted abilities long hours walking untracked untamed bush aim hunting wild cattle joy setting ablaze tussock grasslands sheep station spite risk eyelashes one women part canterbury time also helped provide neighbourhood books read baptism schools children lady mary anne barker husband returned england end 1868 summary gail timmerman vaughan p |
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6690 |
7274 |
Prairie Traveler |
Randolph B. Marcy |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help, Travel & Geography |
Commissioned by the US War Department and written in 1859 by a decorated US Army captain, The Prairie Traveler is a complete how-to travel guide for the westward-bound pioneer. Covering topics from first aid for rattlesnake bites to how to travel 70 miles across the desert without water for one's livestock, the guide includes 28 travel itineraries with mileage and firewood availability. (Summary by Angela Rowland) </p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-prairie-traveler-by-randolph-barnes-marcy/ |
commissioned us war department written 1859 decorated us army captain prairie traveler complete how to travel guide westward bound pioneer covering topics first aid rattlesnake bites travel 70 miles across desert without water one s livestock guide includes 28 travel itineraries mileage firewood availability summary angela rowland p |
| 6750 |
6691 |
7275 |
Meeting of the Waters |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Meeting of the Waters by Thomas Moore. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 25, 2102.<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-meeting-of-the-waters-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings meeting waters thomas moore fortnightly poetry project november 25 2102 br br |
| 6751 |
6692 |
7276 |
My Comforter |
Anonymous |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of My Comforter by anonymous. This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 25, 2012.</p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/my-comforter-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings comforter anonymous weekly poetry project november 25 2012 p |
| 6752 |
6693 |
7277 |
Rangy Pete |
Guy Morton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
Canadian novelist Guy Morton's Rangy Pete is one of a trio of westerns he wrote in the 1920s (the other two being Black Gold and Wards of the Azure Hills). In this one, the Gary Cooper-esque title character, Rangy Pete, goes up against the Dervishers, and outlaw clan that's been stirring up trouble for the peaceable folks of Triple Butte. In so doing, he encounters a beautiful blue-eyed girl-bandit who promptly throws a lasso around his heart. As the action heats up, the grandeur of magnificent western landscape does battle with the picturesqueness of Rangy's colorful cowboy argot, and the reader comes out the winner.<p>\n\nGuy Morton wrote a score of novels in the 1920s and 1930s that found popularity especially in Britain and Australia. Besides westerns, he wrote spy-thrillers, such as The Black Robe (filmed in Canada as Secrets of Chinatown in 1935), featuring secret agent Donegal Dawn, as well as a dozen or so murder mysteries, often told with a comic touch. He was a Toronto-based journalist and worked as an editor of The Globe and Mail. (Summary by Grant Hurlock) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rangy-pete-by-guy-morton/ |
canadian novelist guy morton s rangy pete one trio westerns wrote 1920s the two black gold wards azure hills one gary cooper esque title character rangy pete goes dervishers outlaw clan that s stirring trouble peaceable folks triple butte doing encounters beautiful blue eyed girl bandit promptly throws lasso around heart action heats up grandeur magnificent western landscape battle picturesqueness rangy s colorful cowboy argot reader comes winner p guy morton wrote score novels 1920s 1930s found popularity especially britain australia besides westerns wrote spy thrillers black robe filmed canada secrets chinatown 1935 featuring secret agent donegal dawn well dozen murder mysteries often told comic touch toronto based journalist worked editor globe mail summary grant hurlock p |
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6694 |
7278 |
Cranford (version 2) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
<p>Cranford is set in a small market town populated largely by a number of respectable ladies. It tells of their secrets and foibles, their gossip and their romances as they face the challenges of dealing with new inhabitants to their society and innovations to their settled existence. It was first published between 1851 and 1853 as episodes in Charles Dickens’ Journal Household Words. Appended to this recording is a short sequel, The Cage at Cranford, written ten years later and published in the journal All the Year Round. In a letter to Mrs. Gaskell, Charlotte Bronte wrote: “Thank you for your letter, it was as pleasant as a quiet chat, as welcome as spring showers, as reviving as a friend’s visit; in short, it was very like a page of Cranford.”... Cranford is a genteel and humorous look at Victorian society by Elizabeth Gaskell, and is quite a change from her more gritty novels like Mary Barton or North and South. (Summary by Noel Badrian)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/cranford-version-2-by-elizabeth-gaskell/ |
p cranford set small market town populated largely number respectable ladies tells secrets foibles gossip romances face challenges dealing new inhabitants society innovations settled existence first published 1851 1853 episodes charles dickens journal household words appended recording short sequel cage cranford written ten years later published journal year round letter mrs gaskell charlotte bronte wrote thank letter pleasant quiet chat welcome spring showers reviving friend s visit short like page cranford cranford genteel humorous look victorian society elizabeth gaskell quite change gritty novels like mary barton north south summary noel badrian p |
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6695 |
7279 |
Two Bears, and Other Sermons for Children |
J. C. Ryle |
Children's Fiction, *Non-fiction, Religion |
”Let no one make you think that you are too young to serve God. That is not true. As soon as you know right from wrong, you are old enough to begin taking the right way. As soon as you are old enough to be punished for doing wrong, you are old enough to give your heart to God, and to follow Christ.” So Rev. Ryle speaks to children of all ages. He does not speak down to children, for even the littlest ones can understand great spiritual truths. Instead, he teaches them in simple language what it means to be a true follower of Jesus and challenges them to live a better life whatever their age by following Jesus’ example – messages we adults could profit from as well. (Introduction by MaryAnn) </p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-bears-and-other-sermons-for-children-by-j-c-ryle/ |
let one make think young serve god true soon know right wrong old enough begin taking right way soon old enough punished wrong old enough give heart god follow christ rev ryle speaks children ages speak children even littlest ones understand great spiritual truths instead teaches simple language means true follower jesus challenges live better life whatever age following jesus example messages adults could profit well introduction maryann p |
| 6755 |
6696 |
7280 |
Wulf the Saxon |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Wulf the Saxon is a classic George Henty tale of nobility, loyalty and courage set in 11th century Britain. It relates the adventures of Wulf, a young, but extremely capable Saxon Thane. Wulf with his friends and servitors devote their lives to the service of Harold Godwinson, both before and after he becomes king of England. They are directly involved in capturing castles, rescuing shipwreck survivors, foiling assassination attempts and entering the terrible battles at Stamford Bridge and Senlac field by Hastings.\n\nThe background of the novel is set in the stormy period prior to the Norman conquest of Britain and the story centers around real people and events, even offering a historically correct and lucid insight to the intrigues surrounding the religious and political alliances which led to the events of 1066; an absolute turning point in England's history.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/wulf-the-saxon-by-g-a-henty/ |
wulf saxon classic george henty tale nobility loyalty courage set 11th century britain relates adventures wulf young extremely capable saxon thane wulf friends servitors devote lives service harold godwinson becomes king england directly involved capturing castles rescuing shipwreck survivors foiling assassination attempts entering terrible battles stamford bridge senlac field hastings background novel set stormy period prior norman conquest britain story centers around real people events even offering historically correct lucid insight intrigues surrounding religious political alliances led events 1066 absolute turning point england s history p |
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6697 |
7282 |
Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
A classic of travel writing, this book recounts Stevenson's adventures on an extended walk through uplands and mountains in south-western France. Humorous on his own failings as a traveller, and on his travails with Modestine the self-willed donkey, it is also an exploration of peasant life in an area marked by the violence of the wars of religion. This version includes the fragment "A mountain town in France", originally intended as the opening chapter, but often omitted and published as a separate essay. (Summary by Patrick Wallace)<p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/travels-with-a-donkey-in-the-cevennes-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
classic travel writing book recounts stevenson s adventures extended walk uplands mountains south western france humorous failings traveller travails modestine self willed donkey also exploration peasant life area marked violence wars religion version includes fragment a mountain town france originally intended opening chapter often omitted published separate essay summary patrick wallace p |
| 6757 |
6698 |
7283 |
Golden Scarecrow |
Hugh Walpole |
General Fiction |
Toying with the distinctions between reader and narrator, author and character, imagination and perception, Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole's The Golden Scarecrow, in nine chapters, presents nine stories of nine children, united by location, more or less. A tenth story of a tenth life, divided into Prologue and Epilogue, provides a different sort of unity. These gentle and horrible tales of the weird may seem suitable for young readers, then again, they may not. (Summary by Cynthia Moyer)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-scarecrow-by-hugh-walpole/ |
toying distinctions reader narrator author character imagination perception sir hugh seymour walpole s golden scarecrow nine chapters presents nine stories nine children united location less tenth story tenth life divided prologue epilogue provides different sort unity gentle horrible tales weird may seem suitable young readers again may not summary cynthia moyer p |
| 6758 |
6699 |
7284 |
Dixie Book of Days |
Page Andrews |
General Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
The author used a yearly calendar to focus on pieces written by Southern authors. Many of these writers are little known, having created for their own enjoyment or peace of mind, not necessarily for publication. (Summary by Bill Boerst)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-dixie-book-of-days-by-page-andrews/ |
author used yearly calendar focus pieces written southern authors many writers little known created enjoyment peace mind necessarily publication summary bill boerst p |
| 6759 |
6700 |
7285 |
Phantoms of Reality |
Ray Cummings |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Red Sensua's knife came up dripping—and the two adventurers knew that chaos and bloody revolution had been unleashed in that shadowy kingdom of the fourth dimension. (Summary by Ray Cummings)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/phantoms-of-reality-by-ray-cummings/ |
red sensua s knife came dripping and two adventurers knew chaos bloody revolution unleashed shadowy kingdom fourth dimension summary ray cummings p |
| 6760 |
6701 |
7288 |
Bacteria in Daily Life |
Grace Coleridge Frankland |
Life Sciences |
The author provides a fascinating look at the emerging science of bacteriology at the start of the twentieth century including early progress in understanding and preventing diseases such as tuberculosis and diphtheria. The book also includes chapters on the spread of disease through close contact with infected persons as well as from contaminated drinking water and milk. Water purification methods as well as the stability of various disease-causing organisms to extremes of heat and cold is discussed. The final chapter includes a very interesting discussion of the development of anti-venoms for the treatment of snake bite and related poisons. (summary by J. M. Smallheer) </p>\n<p><i>NY Times Book Review April 4, 1903:<br>\nMrs. Frankland's book is a popular presentation in lively style of what the ordinary unscientific person should know of bacteria as they immediately affect daily life. She has managed to invest her subject with astonishing interest and to produce a work that any sane man or woman can read without weariness. Beginning with Latour's discovery of the fact that yeasty fermentation is due to minute vegetable growths, she traces rapidly the development of bacteriological knowledge through the age of Victoria. As a matter of fact the announcement of Latour's discovery and the accession of Victoria to the throne came very close together in the same year.<br><br>\nFollowing this historical disquisition is a presentation in successive chapters of these subjects: "What We Breathe," "Sunshine and Life," "Bacteriology and Water," "Milk Dangers and Remedies," "Bacteria and Ice," and "Poisons and Their Prevention." The most practical chapter for the householder is that on milk. The most novel and interesting is perhaps that on poisons and their prevention. This chapter deals largely with snake venom, and its revelations are marvelous. Next in practical value to the chapter on milk is that on water. It is satisfactory to find the author assuming that boiled water may be regarded as sterile. Interesting and important also is the fact that an analysis of many natural mineral springs shows them to be nearly free from bacteria. The resistence of bacteria to cold is one of the most striking things set forth in the book, and the destructive power of sunshine is another.</i></p>\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/bacteria-in-daily-life-by-grace-coleridge-frankland/ |
author provides fascinating look emerging science bacteriology start twentieth century including early progress understanding preventing diseases tuberculosis diphtheria book also includes chapters spread disease close contact infected persons well contaminated drinking water milk water purification methods well stability various disease causing organisms extremes heat cold discussed final chapter includes interesting discussion development anti venoms treatment snake bite related poisons summary j m smallheer p p i ny times book review april 4 1903 br mrs frankland s book popular presentation lively style ordinary unscientific person know bacteria immediately affect daily life managed invest subject astonishing interest produce work sane man woman read without weariness beginning latour s discovery fact yeasty fermentation due minute vegetable growths traces rapidly development bacteriological knowledge age victoria matter fact announcement latour s discovery accession victoria throne came close together year br br following historical disquisition presentation successive chapters subjects what breathe sunshine life bacteriology water milk dangers remedies bacteria ice poisons prevention practical chapter householder milk novel interesting perhaps poisons prevention chapter deals largely snake venom revelations marvelous next practical value chapter milk water satisfactory find author assuming boiled water may regarded sterile interesting important also fact analysis many natural mineral springs shows nearly free bacteria resistence bacteria cold one striking things set forth book destructive power sunshine another i p |
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6702 |
7289 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 028 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the readers, and the topics encompass history, slavery, science, education, humor, philosophy, nature and baseball. (summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-028-by-various/ |
p a collection short nonfiction works public domain selections included collection independently chosen readers topics encompass history slavery science education humor philosophy nature baseball summary j m smallheer p |
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6703 |
7291 |
Food Preparedness |
Dr. Albert Philip Sy |
Self-Help, Cooking |
A short pamphlet from WWI, first describing basic nutrition, then discussing what foods may be substituted during food shortages without loss of nutrition. "The last few months have more and more impressed upon Americans the need of preparedness in every department of life. Perhaps some of the alarm created is unnecessary; but with regard to the production, conservation, and prudent use of food, our concern should be timely. In presenting the bulletin upon "Food Preparedness" the University of Buffalo feels sure that it can render the people of this vicinity valuable advice and assistance. The paper has been prepared by Albert P. Sy, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry, who has given the subject of food and diet especial attention for many years." (Summary by TriciaG & from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/food-preparedness-by-dr-albert-philip-sy/ |
short pamphlet wwi first describing basic nutrition discussing foods may substituted food shortages without loss nutrition the last months impressed upon americans need preparedness every department life perhaps alarm created unnecessary regard production conservation prudent use food concern timely presenting bulletin upon food preparedness university buffalo feels sure render people vicinity valuable advice assistance paper prepared albert p sy ph d professor chemistry given subject food diet especial attention many years summary triciag introduction p |
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9476 |
10111 |
Three Bears of Porcupine Ridge |
Jean M. Thompson |
Children's Fiction |
Twenty-four delightful tales for children. Meet Timothy Mouse, Little Red Doe, Dame Woodchuck, King Moose and Unk-Wunk the Porcupine with their friends. Adventure and humor are skillfully wrapped around these lovable characters. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-bears-of-porcupine-ridge-by-jean-m-thompson/ |
twenty four delightful tales children meet timothy mouse little red doe dame woodchuck king moose unk wunk porcupine friends adventure humor skillfully wrapped around lovable characters summary larry wilson p |
| 6764 |
6704 |
7292 |
Tanks |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Tanks and the future of war is what Murray Leinster speculates about in this story. Written in the 1920's he observed the terrible new inventions that were used in World War I to kill people, armored tanks and poisoned gas and then tells us how war will be fought in the future. In this case the war will occur in 1932 and be between the US and the 'Yellow enemy'. It was published in the very first issue of Astounding Stories of Super Science, January 1930. It is science fiction in the sense that it guesses what the future will hold for man based on developing the technology that was coming into being at the time, the 1920's. He leads off with a 'quote' from a future historian "</p>\n\n ... The deciding battle of the War of 1932 was the first in which the use of infantry was practically discontinued ...\n —History of the U.S., 1920-1945 (Gregg-Harley). |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/tanks-by-murray-leinster/ |
tanks future war murray leinster speculates story written 1920 s observed terrible new inventions used world war kill people armored tanks poisoned gas tells us war fought future case war occur 1932 us yellow enemy published first issue astounding stories super science january 1930 science fiction sense guesses future hold man based developing technology coming time 1920 s leads quote future historian p deciding battle war 1932 first use infantry practically discontinued history u s 1920 1945 gregg harley |
| 6765 |
6705 |
7293 |
Mettray - Bathmen |
Jacobus Craandijk |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Wandeling van Zutphen via het Nederlandse Mettray (een jeugdinrichting die tegenwoordig Rentray heet) naar Joppe en huize Dorth. In Bathmen wordt de dorpskerk bezocht met haar muurschilderingen. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/mettray-bathmen-by-jacobus-craandijk/ |
wandeling van zutphen via het nederlandse mettray een jeugdinrichting die tegenwoordig rentray heet naar joppe en huize dorth bathmen wordt de dorpskerk bezocht met haar muurschilderingen samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
| 6766 |
6706 |
7294 |
Stories for God's Little Ones |
Father John Koenig |
Children's Fiction, Short works |
A charming collection of nine short stories for children with a moral weaved in each. These were originally published as separate booklets, under the series title "Stories for God's Little Ones". (Summary by Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/stories-for-gods-little-ones-by-father-john-koenig/ |
charming collection nine short stories children moral weaved each originally published separate booklets series title stories god s little ones summary maria therese p |
| 6767 |
6707 |
7295 |
Goblin Market and Other Poems |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry, Single author |
Goblin Market and Other Poems (1862) is British writer Christina Rossetti's first book of poetry. The title poem is her most famous work: a creepy and sensual tale of two sisters' temptation to eat forbidden fruits. The poems explore themes of death, faith, isolation, and love, with a section of devotional pieces at the end. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett) </p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/goblin-market-and-other-poems-by-christina-rossetti/ |
goblin market poems 1862 british writer christina rossetti s first book poetry title poem famous work creepy sensual tale two sisters temptation eat forbidden fruits poems explore themes death faith isolation love section devotional pieces end summary elizabeth klett p |
| 6768 |
6708 |
7296 |
General Introduction to Psychoanalysis |
Sigmund Freud |
Psychology |
These twenty-eight lectures to laymen are elementary and almost conversational. Freud sets forth with a frankness almost startling the difficulties and limitations of psychoanalysis, and also describes its main methods and results as only a master and originator of a new school of thought can do. A text like this is the most opportune and will naturally more or less supersede all other introductions to the general subject of psychoanalysis. It presents the author in a new light, as an effective and successful popularizer, and is certain to be welcomed not only by the large and growing number of students of psychoanalysis in this country but by the yet larger number of those who wish to begin its study here and elsewhere. (From the Preface) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/general-introduction-psychoanalysis-by-sigmund-freud/ |
twenty eight lectures laymen elementary almost conversational freud sets forth frankness almost startling difficulties limitations psychoanalysis also describes main methods results master originator new school thought do text like opportune naturally less supersede introductions general subject psychoanalysis presents author new light effective successful popularizer certain welcomed large growing number students psychoanalysis country yet larger number wish begin study elsewhere from preface p |
| 6769 |
6709 |
7297 |
Korte Werken van Justus van Maurik |
Justus van Maurik |
Short Stories |
Justus van Maurik had twee beroepen. Naast schrijver van korte verhalen en toneelstukken, was hij ook fabrikant van sigaren. In zijn werk wist hij het leven van de Amsterdamse gewone man op onnavolgbare wijze vast te leggen. Deze verzameling van korte verhalen is samengesteld uit de bundels: Verspreide Novellen (1885), Uit één Pen (1886), Amsterdam bij Dag en Nacht (1896), Burgerluidjes (1901), Toen Ik Nog Jong Was (1901), Van Allerlei Slag (1907), Oude Kennissen (1909), Stille Menschen (1909), Op Reis en Thuis (1912), Uit het Volk (ca. 1915), Papieren Kinderen (ca. 1910) en Met z'n Achten (1883).<br /><br />Het hoorspel Een Kleine Surprise werd ingesproken door: Ernst Patinama, Marcel Coenders, Anna Simon, Availle en Pauline Coenders.<br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/korte-werken-van-justus-van-maurik-by-justus-van-maurik/ |
justus van maurik twee beroepen naast schrijver van korte verhalen en toneelstukken hij ook fabrikant van sigaren zijn werk wist hij het leven van de amsterdamse gewone man op onnavolgbare wijze vast te leggen deze verzameling van korte verhalen samengesteld uit de bundels verspreide novellen 1885 uit één pen 1886 amsterdam bij dag en nacht 1896 burgerluidjes 1901 toen ik nog jong 1901 van allerlei slag 1907 oude kennissen 1909 stille menschen 1909 op reis en thuis 1912 uit het volk ca 1915 papieren kinderen ca 1910 en met z n achten 1883 br br het hoorspel een kleine surprise werd ingesproken door ernst patinama marcel coenders anna simon availle en pauline coenders br br |
| 6770 |
6717 |
7305 |
Spy Proof America! |
J. Francis Logan |
Self-Help, Modern (20th C) |
A very impassioned piece from the first World War, introducing a volunteer civilian anti-spy organization to root out enemy spies from the USA. It appears that this organization never reached the level the author urges; however, other organizations such as the American Protective League did.<br/><br/>\n\n"Greatest Publication Since the Civil War!<br/><br/>\n\nSpy Proof America means only one thing - a short, quick, decisive victory - and with honor, too!<br/><br/>\n\nEvery City Is Mobilizing - Join Now<br/>\nThe Voluntary Secret Service - V. S. S."\n<br/><br/>\n(Introduction by TriciaG & from publication)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/spy-proof-america-by-j-francis-logan/ |
impassioned piece first world war introducing volunteer civilian anti spy organization root enemy spies usa appears organization never reached level author urges however organizations american protective league did br br greatest publication since civil war br br spy proof america means one thing short quick decisive victory honor too br br every city mobilizing join now br voluntary secret service v s s br br introduction triciag publication p |
| 6771 |
6710 |
7298 |
In Exile and Other Stories |
Mary Hallock Foote |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
Six short stories by Mary Hallock Foote (1847–1938), an American author and illustrator. She is best known for her illustrated short stories and novels portraying life in the mining communities of the turn-of-the-century American West. She is famous for her stories of place, in which she portrayed the rough, picturesque life she experienced and observed in the old West, especially that in the early mining towns. She wrote several novels, and illustrated stories and novels by other authors for various publishers. She died at age 90. Her legacy in American history is as a stalwart of the American Old West and a teller of its stories. Her work—the numerous stories for books and periodicals, with her drawings and woodcut illustrations; the correspondence from western outposts; her novels and nonfiction—gained her notice as a skilled observer of the frontier and an accomplished writer. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/in-exile-and-other-stories-by-mary-hallock-foote/ |
six short stories mary hallock foote 1847 1938 american author illustrator best known illustrated short stories novels portraying life mining communities turn of the century american west famous stories place portrayed rough picturesque life experienced observed old west especially early mining towns wrote several novels illustrated stories novels authors various publishers died age 90 legacy american history stalwart american old west teller stories work the numerous stories books periodicals drawings woodcut illustrations correspondence western outposts novels nonfiction gained notice skilled observer frontier accomplished writer summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6711 |
7299 |
風立ちぬ (Kaze Tachinu) |
Tatsuo Hori |
Romance |
信州の高原で、作家を志す青年と、絵を描く少女が出会った。やがて、二人は婚約する。しかし、少は、肺の病に落ちる。療養の為に、少女と青年は、信州のサナトリウムに行く。しかし、少女は帰らぬ人となってしまう。そして、一年後、青年は少女と出会った村で、冬を過ごす。<br/><br/>\nA love story between a young man and a young lady. They are engaged but the heroine becomes sick. They go to a sanatorium, but she passes away. After a year he goes to the small village where they met, and he lives there during the winter. (Summary by ekzemplaro) <br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/kaze-tachinu-by-hori-tatsuo/ |
信州の高原で 作家を志す青年と 絵を描く少女が出会った やがて 二人は婚約する しかし 少は 肺の病に落ちる 療養の為に 少女と青年は 信州のサナトリウムに行く しかし 少女は帰らぬ人となってしまう そして 一年後 青年は少女と出会った村で 冬を過ごす br br love story young man young lady engaged heroine becomes sick go sanatorium passes away year goes small village met lives winter summary ekzemplaro br br |
| 6773 |
6712 |
7300 |
On The Seashore |
R. Cadwallader Smith |
Animals |
This gifted nature writer who is so good at describing animals and their habitat and habits here gives us a look at many of the fascinating creatures that can be found on the seashore. Starfish, the many types of crabs, shrimp, sea weed and finally something called the Precious Wentletrap which I will allow your imagination to think about for a while. His writing is clear and, as always, easy to read. Note that these are presented as educational 'lessons' on the various animals found near the sea and each lesson or chapter ends with a few questions called 'Exercises' which the student is asked to see if the main points of the chapter are retained. These questions have been include in the audiobook at the end of each chapter (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-seashore-by-r-cadwallader-smith/ |
gifted nature writer good describing animals habitat habits gives us look many fascinating creatures found seashore starfish many types crabs shrimp sea weed finally something called precious wentletrap allow imagination think while writing clear and always easy read note presented educational lessons various animals found near sea lesson chapter ends questions called exercises student asked see main points chapter retained questions include audiobook end chapter summary phil chenevert p |
| 6774 |
6713 |
7301 |
Short Poetry Collection 115 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
<br />This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2012.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-115/ |
br this collection poems read librivox volunteers december 2012 br br |
| 6775 |
6714 |
7302 |
Pipefuls |
Christopher Morley |
Single Author Collections |
A delightful collection of 48 essays on various topics of the human condition that caught his fancy. Witty, insightful and funny of course and on occasion thought provoking and even disturbing. From the preface "These sketches gave me pain to write; they will give the judicious patron pain to read; therefore we are quits. I think, as I look over their slattern paragraphs, of that most tragic hour—it falls about 4 p. m. in the office of an evening newspaper—when the unhappy compiler tries to round up the broodings of the day and still get home in time for supper. And yet perhaps the will-to-live is in them, for are they not a naked exhibit of the antics a man will commit in order to earn a living? In extenuation it may be pleaded that none of them are so long that they may not be mitigated by an accompanying pipe of tobacco." (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/pipefuls-by-christopher-morley/ |
delightful collection 48 essays various topics human condition caught fancy witty insightful funny course occasion thought provoking even disturbing preface these sketches gave pain write give judicious patron pain read therefore quits think look slattern paragraphs tragic hour it falls 4 p m office evening newspaper when unhappy compiler tries round broodings day still get home time supper yet perhaps will to live them naked exhibit antics man commit order earn living extenuation may pleaded none long may mitigated accompanying pipe tobacco summary phil chenevert p |
| 6776 |
6715 |
7303 |
Little Colonel's Christmas Vacation |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Family, School |
In this delightful story ”The Little Colonel's Christmas Vacation” by Annie Fellows Johnston the Little Colonel, Lloyd Sherman. together with her friends Betty, Kitty and Allison are starting the schoolyear at a new school, Warwick Hall, a Boardingschool for girls in Washington. They find it a wonderful and stimulating place, make many new friends and have many experiences and also adventures there. But Lloyd comes down with high fever shortly before Christmas, and while home on Christmas Vacation she almost breaks down, and the doctor says she must not go back to school but stay at home to regain her health.<br><br>Lloyd is very, very disapointed at first but by and by finds that Lloydsboro Valley holds so much of interst and interesting people which she really didn't know or had noted before. During her forced Vacation she learns to see herself and people in a new light. She sets out to to help and to cheer people up, with some strange results to herself sometimes, but she is also the instrument of changing the life for some. When Spring comes her health is fully restored and she is turning sixteen, and at her Birthday a very astonishing letter arrives, and there it ends with the scene set for another story. (Summary by Lars Rolander)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-christmas-vacation-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
delightful story the little colonel s christmas vacation annie fellows johnston little colonel lloyd sherman together friends betty kitty allison starting schoolyear new school warwick hall boardingschool girls washington find wonderful stimulating place make many new friends many experiences also adventures there lloyd comes high fever shortly christmas home christmas vacation almost breaks down doctor says must go back school stay home regain health br br lloyd very disapointed first finds lloydsboro valley holds much interst interesting people really know noted before forced vacation learns see people new light sets help cheer people up strange results sometimes also instrument changing life some spring comes health fully restored turning sixteen birthday astonishing letter arrives ends scene set another story summary lars rolander p |
| 6777 |
6719 |
7307 |
Trees and Other Poems |
Joyce Kilmer |
Poetry |
"I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree;\nA tree whose hungry mouth is presd against the sweet earth's flowing breast ...".\n\nAlmost all of us, including myself of course, have heard and enjoyed those famous words which begin Kilmer's poem, Trees. There is even a National Forest in the United States named in honor of this poem. Here is a recording of the entire book of poems in which it was first published in 1914. Joyce Kilmer was an American writer and poet mainly remembered for this short poem but he was a prolific poet whose works celebrated the common beauty of the natural world as well as his Roman Catholic religious faith, Kilmer was also a journalist, literary critic, lecturer, and editor. While most of his works are largely unknown, a select few of his poems remain popular and are published frequently in anthologies.\n\nAt the time of his deployment to Europe during World War I (1914–1918), Kilmer was considered the leading American Roman Catholic poet and lecturer of his generation, whom critics often compared to British contemporaries G. K. Chesterton and Hilaire Belloc . He enlisted in the New York National Guard and was deployed to France with the 69th Infantry Regiment (the famous "Fighting 69th") in 1917. He was killed by a sniper's bullet at the Second Battle of the Marne in 1918 at the age of 31. He was married to Aline Murray, who later became a poet and author in her own right, with whom he had five children.(Summary Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/trees-and-other-poems-by-joyce-kilmer/ |
i think shall never see poem lovely tree tree whose hungry mouth presd sweet earth s flowing breast almost us including course heard enjoyed famous words begin kilmer s poem trees even national forest united states named honor poem recording entire book poems first published 1914 joyce kilmer american writer poet mainly remembered short poem prolific poet whose works celebrated common beauty natural world well roman catholic religious faith kilmer also journalist literary critic lecturer editor works largely unknown select poems remain popular published frequently anthologies time deployment europe world war 1914 1918 kilmer considered leading american roman catholic poet lecturer generation critics often compared british contemporaries g k chesterton hilaire belloc enlisted new york national guard deployed france 69th infantry regiment the famous fighting 69th 1917 killed sniper s bullet second battle marne 1918 age 31 married aline murray later became poet author right five children summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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6720 |
7308 |
Hidden Treasures |
Harry A. Lewis |
Biography & Autobiography |
"Some succeed while others fail. This is a recognized fact; yet history tells us that seven-tenths of our most successful men began life poor." A selection of mini-biographies teaches us how some successful men have overcome odds to make their mark on history. (Summary by Lynne Thompson (quote from Introduction)) </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/hidden-treasures-by-harry-a-lewis/ |
some succeed others fail recognized fact yet history tells us seven tenths successful men began life poor selection mini biographies teaches us successful men overcome odds make mark history summary lynne thompson quote introduction p |
| 6779 |
6721 |
7309 |
Dorothy Dale's Great Secret |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure |
This is the third book in the Dorothy Dale series, written under the house pseudonym of Margaret Penrose. "Girls have to have secrets, or they wouldn't be girls, and we have now got ours." In this, the third book in the Dorothy Dale series, written under the house pseudonym of Margaret Penrose, Dorothy proves herself to be a good friend to Tavia. Amid suspicion and worry for her chum, she undertakes the perilous task of 'rescuing' her and saving her reputation with minimal help from her cousins Nat and Ned White and without spreading her concerns, in the hope they be unfounded. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) <br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale: A Girl of Today (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale at Glenwood School (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale's Great Secret (1909)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale and Her Chums (1909)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Queer Holidays (1910)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Camping Days (1911)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s School Rivals (1912)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale in the City (1913)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Promise (1914)<br/>\nDorothy Dale in the West (1915)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Strange Discovery (1916)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Engagement (1917)<br/>\nDorothy Dale to the Rescue (1924)<br/><br/>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/ |
third book dorothy dale series written house pseudonym margaret penrose girls secrets girls got ours this third book dorothy dale series written house pseudonym margaret penrose dorothy proves good friend tavia amid suspicion worry chum undertakes perilous task rescuing saving reputation minimal help cousins nat ned white without spreading concerns hope unfounded summary lynne thompson br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org dorothy dale a girl of today by margaret penrose dorothy dale girl today 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dale at glenwood school by margaret penrose dorothy dale glenwood school 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales great secret by margaret penrose dorothy dale s great secret 1909 a br dorothy dale chums 1909 br a href http librivox org dorothy dales queer holidays by margaret penrose dorothy dale s queer holidays 1910 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales camping days by margaret penrose dorothy dale s camping days 1911 a br dorothy dale s school rivals 1912 br a href http librivox org dorothy dale in the city by margaret penrose dorothy dale city 1913 a br dorothy dale s promise 1914 br dorothy dale west 1915 br dorothy dale s strange discovery 1916 br dorothy dale s engagement 1917 br dorothy dale rescue 1924 br br |
| 6780 |
6722 |
7310 |
Coffee Break Collection 008 - Animals |
Various |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Short Stories, Animals |
This is the eighth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. This collection about animals includes tales and essays about the many creatures of land, sea, and air! [Summary by Rosie]</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-008-animals/ |
eighth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening collection animals includes tales essays many creatures land sea air summary rosie p |
| 6781 |
6723 |
7311 |
Wonders of the Jungle |
Sarath Kumar Ghosh |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
How do elephants drink? What is the Law of the Jungle at the water hole? How does an elephant baby learn to feed and learn to swim? How do they walk under water? In what order do buffaloes drink? How do buffaloes fight the tiger? These and other wild inhabitants of the Indian jungle such as pigs, wild dogs, deer, camels, bears and birds are discussed in lively stories to entertain but mainly educate children of school age. "One of the great thinkers of the world has said that all the sciences are embodied in natural history. Hence natural history should be taught to a child from an early age. Perhaps the best method of teaching it is to set forth the characteristics of animals in the form of a narrative. Then the child reads the narrative with pleasure and almost as a story, not as a tedious "lesson." In this book the animals are described in their daily life, and the main scientific facts and principles concerning each animal are woven into the narrative as a part of that daily life." (Summary by Phil Chenevert and from the Preface) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonders-of-the-jungle-by-sarath-kumar-ghosh/ |
elephants drink law jungle water hole elephant baby learn feed learn swim walk water order buffaloes drink buffaloes fight tiger wild inhabitants indian jungle pigs wild dogs deer camels bears birds discussed lively stories entertain mainly educate children school age one great thinkers world said sciences embodied natural history hence natural history taught child early age perhaps best method teaching set forth characteristics animals form narrative child reads narrative pleasure almost story tedious lesson book animals described daily life main scientific facts principles concerning animal woven narrative part daily life summary phil chenevert preface p |
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6724 |
7312 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 040 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>\nAlle Novellen von Maupassant übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br>\nDer glückliche Prinz übersetzt von Wilhelm Cremer (1874-1932)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-040-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br alle novellen von maupassant übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br der glückliche prinz übersetzt von wilhelm cremer 1874 1932 p |
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6725 |
7313 |
Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Yee-Haww! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again! This time the boys are in the desert of Nevada, discovering the beauty and perils in 100 degree heat. It should be another thrilling ride that Professor Zepplin has taken them on! (Summary by Ann Boulais ) <br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-ozarks-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in the Ozarks</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-mexico-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-alkali-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haww pony rider boys move again time boys desert nevada discovering beauty perils 100 degree heat another thrilling ride professor zepplin taken on summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in the ozarks by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys ozarks a br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in new mexico by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys new mexico a br br |
| 6784 |
6726 |
7314 |
Christmas Carol (version 06) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The tale begins on a Christmas Eve exactly seven years after the death of Ebenezer Scrooge's business partner. Scrooge has no place in his life for kindness, compassion, charity or benevolence. He hates Christmas, calling it "humbug", refuses his nephew Fred's dinner invitation, and rudely turns away two gentlemen who seek a donation from him to provide a Christmas dinner for the Poor... (Summary by Wikipedia and Kara)</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-version-6-by-charles-dickens/ |
tale begins christmas eve exactly seven years death ebenezer scrooge s business partner scrooge place life kindness compassion charity benevolence hates christmas calling humbug refuses nephew fred s dinner invitation rudely turns away two gentlemen seek donation provide christmas dinner poor summary wikipedia kara p |
| 6785 |
6727 |
7315 |
Long Ago |
Christina Rossetti |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Long Ago by Christina G. Rossetti. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 9, 2012.<br><br>Christina Georgina Rossetti (5 December 1830 – 29 December 1894) was an English poet who wrote a variety of romantic, devotional, and children's poems. She is perhaps best known for her long poem Goblin Market, her love poem Remember, and for the words of the Christmas carol In the Bleak Midwinter. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/long-ago-by-christina-g-rossetti/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings long ago christina g rossetti weekly poetry project december 9 2012 br br christina georgina rossetti 5 december 1830 29 december 1894 english poet wrote variety romantic devotional children s poems perhaps best known long poem goblin market love poem remember words christmas carol bleak midwinter summary wikipedia p |
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6728 |
7316 |
Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />The last of Dickens' Christmas novellas (1848), <i>The Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain</i> centres around Professor Redlaw, a teacher of chemistry, whose personal life has been marred by sorrow and, he feels, by wrongs done to him in his past. He is haunted by his ghostly twin, who offers him the opportunity to forget completely all 'sorrow, wrong and trouble', claiming that this will make him happier. Redlaw wavers, but finally accepts this offer, discovering too late that there are conditions attached to it which cause him to infect with this unwanted 'gift' nearly everyone with whom he comes in contact.<br /><br />The story is populated by Dickens' archetypal comic figures - the Swidgers, who are servants of the college, and the hard-working but poor Tetterby family who run a nearby shop.<br /><br />As tends to be the case with these Christmas books, this one is awash with sentimentality, so suspend your 21st century cynicism for a few hours if you listen. (Introduction by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-man-and-the-ghosts-bargain-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
br the last dickens christmas novellas 1848 i the haunted man ghost s bargain i centres around professor redlaw teacher chemistry whose personal life marred sorrow and feels wrongs done past haunted ghostly twin offers opportunity forget completely sorrow wrong trouble claiming make happier redlaw wavers finally accepts offer discovering late conditions attached cause infect unwanted gift nearly everyone comes contact br br the story populated dickens archetypal comic figures swidgers servants college hard working poor tetterby family run nearby shop br br as tends case christmas books one awash sentimentality suspend 21st century cynicism hours listen introduction ruth golding br br |
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6729 |
7317 |
Jerry |
Jean Webster |
General Fiction, Romance |
Jerry is the humorous story of a young man's attempt to win his lady. Jerry is waiting for his friends at a hotel in Italy, and is bored and lonely. When he hears that a beautiful American lady, Constance Wilder, is staying nearby, he tries to visit her. After an awkward first meeting, he tries to catch her attention by pretending to be a peasant tour guide. She recognizes him for what he is, but pretends not to, and a lively charade is carried on as they tease and fall in love. A clean, sweet, funny historical fiction/romance. (Summary by chaya)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/jerry-by-jean-webster/ |
jerry humorous story young man s attempt win lady jerry waiting friends hotel italy bored lonely hears beautiful american lady constance wilder staying nearby tries visit her awkward first meeting tries catch attention pretending peasant tour guide recognizes is pretends to lively charade carried tease fall love clean sweet funny historical fiction romance summary chaya p |
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6730 |
7318 |
Art of War (version 3) |
Sun Tzu 孙武 |
War & Military |
First compiled in the 6th century BC, The Art of War presents a philosophy of war for managing conflicts and winning battles. It is accepted as a masterpiece on strategy and is frequently cited and referred to by generals and theorists since it was first published, translated, and distributed internationally. The book is not only popular among military theorists, but has also become increasingly popular among political leaders and those in business management. Despite its title, The Art of War addresses strategy in a broad fashion, touching upon public administration and planning. The text outlines theories of battle but also advocates diplomacy and cultivating relationships with other nations as essential to the health of a state. (Summary by wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-war-by-sun-tzu-3/ |
first compiled 6th century bc art war presents philosophy war managing conflicts winning battles accepted masterpiece strategy frequently cited referred generals theorists since first published translated distributed internationally book popular among military theorists also become increasingly popular among political leaders business management despite title art war addresses strategy broad fashion touching upon public administration planning text outlines theories battle also advocates diplomacy cultivating relationships nations essential health state summary wikipedia p |
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6731 |
7319 |
Life of St. Vincent de Paul |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Other |
Vincent De Paul [c. 1581 - 1660] was a man renowned during his own century for his compassion, humility and generosity. During the days when galleys were part of any countries' war machine and these galleys were rowed by convicts who were in reality slaves, Vincent's special call was to provide what spiritual comfort he could to these wretched men. When a young man he himself had been captured by Turkish pirates, who brought him to Tunis and sold him into slavery, so he had a special understanding of their lot. He escaped in 1607 and went on to become a priest with a ministry to the poor. In 1625 de Paul founded the Congregation of the Mission, a society of missionary priests commonly known as the Vincentians or Lazarists and with the assistance of Louise de Marillac he later founded the Daughters of Charity whose selfless nursing work in hospitals throughout the world and during many plagues is well known. (They were the nuns with the large and easily recognized 'flying nun' wimples.) (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-st-vincent-de-paul-by-francis-alice-forbes/ |
vincent de paul c 1581 1660 man renowned century compassion humility generosity days galleys part countries war machine galleys rowed convicts reality slaves vincent s special call provide spiritual comfort could wretched men young man captured turkish pirates brought tunis sold slavery special understanding lot escaped 1607 went become priest ministry poor 1625 de paul founded congregation mission society missionary priests commonly known vincentians lazarists assistance louise de marillac later founded daughters charity whose selfless nursing work hospitals throughout world many plagues well known they nuns large easily recognized flying nun wimples summary phil chenevert p |
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6732 |
7320 |
Spiritual Life |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
In this book, Andrew Murray explores the dynamics of the Christian life as Jesus means it to be lived. He explains how the Holy Spirit is essential to living effectively as a believer. Christians are often all too well aware of the feebleness of their life and testimony. This most encouraging book, consisting of a series of lectures given to students at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago in 1895, shows how the working of the Holy Spirit in the Christian’s life makes all the difference. It shows how God’s power is made perfect in weakness, and how His Holy Spirit may animate and renew every area of the believer’s life. (Summary by Christopher Smith)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-spiritual-life-by-andrew-murray/ |
book andrew murray explores dynamics christian life jesus means lived explains holy spirit essential living effectively believer christians often well aware feebleness life testimony encouraging book consisting series lectures given students moody bible institute chicago 1895 shows working holy spirit christian s life makes difference shows god s power made perfect weakness holy spirit may animate renew every area believer s life summary christopher smith p |
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6733 |
7321 |
Treasure Chest of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction |
Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems and engaging stories, this is the fourth volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for little ones. Originally published in the 1920's as a six volume set, these books, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, contained the best in children's literature, stories, poems and nursery rhymes. They progressed in difficulty through the different volumes. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasure-chest-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
full delightful fairy tales charming poems engaging stories fourth volume my bookhouse series little ones originally published 1920 s six volume set books edited olive beaupre miller contained best children s literature stories poems nursery rhymes progressed difficulty different volumes summary maria therese p |
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6734 |
7322 |
Physics |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction, Nature |
Physics (Greek: Φυσικὴ ἀκρόασις; Latin: Physica, or Physicae Auscultationes) discusses concepts including: substance, accident, the infinite, causation, motion, time and the Prime Mover. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p> |
English |
1806 |
https://librivox.org/physics-by-aristotle/ |
physics greek φυσικὴ ἀκρόασις latin physica physicae auscultationes discusses concepts including substance accident infinite causation motion time prime mover summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 6793 |
6735 |
7323 |
Dodo Wonders |
E. F. Benson |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
"Dodo Wonders" is the third and last of the "Dodo" novels by E.F. Benson, author of the "Mapp and Lucia" series as well as numerous stand-alone novels and short stories. Dodo was rumored to be based on Lady Margot Asquith; when questioned about it, Lady Asquith reportedly replied that Benson had taken nothing from her for the character of Dodo "except her drawing-room." </p>\n\n"Dodo Wonders" takes Benson's characters, the glittering socialite Lady Dodo Chesterford, her husband, and friends into World War I-era England. The story follows Dodo and her peers through the build-up, outbreak, and catastrophic years of the war. Benson is clever as always in putting his characters in situations where they must either adapt or break and never loses his sense of humor while doing it. "Dodo Wonders" manages to be as cheerful and bubbly as the other novels in the series while retaining a basic sense of sobriety about its subject matter.</p>\n\nDodo is a charming, vivid heroine with whom it becomes almost a pleasure to move through wartime.</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/dodo-wonders-by-e-f-benson/ |
dodo wonders third last dodo novels e f benson author mapp lucia series well numerous stand alone novels short stories dodo rumored based lady margot asquith questioned it lady asquith reportedly replied benson taken nothing character dodo except drawing room p dodo wonders takes benson s characters glittering socialite lady dodo chesterford husband friends world war i era england story follows dodo peers build up outbreak catastrophic years war benson clever always putting characters situations must either adapt break never loses sense humor it dodo wonders manages cheerful bubbly novels series retaining basic sense sobriety subject matter p dodo charming vivid heroine becomes almost pleasure move wartime p |
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6742 |
7330 |
True Culture |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of True Culture by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 16, 2012. <br><br>Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines: "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death. ( Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/true-culture-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings true culture ella wheeler wilcox weekly poetry project december 16 2012 br br ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death summary wikipedia p |
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6736 |
7324 |
Hero and Leander (version 2) |
Christopher Marlowe |
Erotica, Poetry |
Two young people, the epitome of young masculine and feminine beauty, fall in love at first sight, but their union is forbidden by the tyranny of their guardians and of geography itself, for they live on opposite sides of the Hellespont. To enjoy one night of love, Leander dares to swim this formidable strait, unluckily meeting the god Neptune along the way. Unaware of the resentment he has aroused by rejecting the advances of this old queen of the sea, the lad gains the shore and, once past the shock of appearing naked on his lover's doorstep, finds his way into her bed. There the young couple, although ignorant of the facts of life (Hero is a "nun" in the temple of Venus!), discover "all that elder lovers know" by (awkward) trial and (hilarious) error. The unfinished poem ends with one lover having fallen out of bed, the long return journey across the Hellespont still to come and an angry Neptune lying in wait. Although George Chapman continued the poem after Marlowe's death, this reading is of Marlowe's original only. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)</p> |
English |
1598 |
https://librivox.org/hero-and-leander-by-christopher-marlowe/ |
two young people epitome young masculine feminine beauty fall love first sight union forbidden tyranny guardians geography itself live opposite sides hellespont enjoy one night love leander dares swim formidable strait unluckily meeting god neptune along way unaware resentment aroused rejecting advances old queen sea lad gains shore and past shock appearing naked lover s doorstep finds way bed young couple although ignorant facts life hero nun temple venus discover all elder lovers know awkward trial hilarious error unfinished poem ends one lover fallen bed long return journey across hellespont still come angry neptune lying wait although george chapman continued poem marlowe s death reading marlowe s original only summary thomas copeland p |
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6737 |
7325 |
Experienced English Housekeeper |
Elizabeth Raffald |
Early Modern, Cooking |
<br />'Cut a large old hare in small pieces, and put it in a mug with three blades of mace, a little salt, two large onions, one red herring, six morels, half a pint of red wine, three quarts of water, bake it in a quick oven three hours...'. English cooking at its best from eighteenth-century celebrity chef, Elizabeth Raffald. Born in Doncaster, Raffald worked for 15 years as housekeeper in great houses, including that of Lady Elisabeth Warburton at Arley Hall, Cheshire, before setting up as a confectioner and innkeeper in Manchester. The Experienced English Housekeeper was published in 1769 and ran to 13 editions. This reading is from the 10th edition (1786) and includes 900 recipes (or as listeners will discover, receipts). Vegetarians take note, some sections of this book contain large quantities of meat! (Summary by Phil Benson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/the-experienced-english-housekeeper-by-elizabeth-raffald/ |
br cut large old hare small pieces put mug three blades mace little salt two large onions one red herring six morels half pint red wine three quarts water bake quick oven three hours english cooking best eighteenth century celebrity chef elizabeth raffald born doncaster raffald worked 15 years housekeeper great houses including lady elisabeth warburton arley hall cheshire setting confectioner innkeeper manchester experienced english housekeeper published 1769 ran 13 editions reading 10th edition 1786 includes 900 recipes or listeners discover receipts vegetarians take note sections book contain large quantities meat summary phil benson br br |
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6738 |
7326 |
Gentle Grafter |
O. Henry |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
If Jefferson "Parleyvoo" Pickens had appeared in print just a few years later, he might have been the "Gentle Grifter" instead of the "Gentle Grafter", the name O. Henry picked for him. His situation as an ethical graft artist gives Jeff an extra impediment in pursuing his craft, but he never wanted it to be too easy. The result is fourteen delightful tales for us and a number of new partners for him. With those partners (he always has at least one) he works his way through a number of confidence games. Some they win, some they lose, some go into extra innings. They seem never to end just the way you figure they will. In the end he conquers almost all, except for the English language, which often seems to defeat him. (Intro by Leslie Walden)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-gentle-grafter-by-o-henry/ |
jefferson parleyvoo pickens appeared print years later might gentle grifter instead gentle grafter name o henry picked him situation ethical graft artist gives jeff extra impediment pursuing craft never wanted easy result fourteen delightful tales us number new partners him partners he always least one works way number confidence games win lose go extra innings seem never end way figure will end conquers almost all except english language often seems defeat him intro leslie walden p |
| 6798 |
6739 |
7327 |
Skandinaviska äventyr - Skandinaviske eventyr |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dette er en samling skandinaviske eventyr, lest på dansk, svensk eller norsk. This is a collection Scandinavian fairy tales read in Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian. Summary by kathrinee. |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/skandinaviska-aeventyr-skandinaviske-eventyr-by-various/ |
dette er en samling skandinaviske eventyr lest på dansk svensk eller norsk collection scandinavian fairy tales read danish swedish norwegian summary kathrinee |
| 6799 |
6740 |
7328 |
Uncle Wiggily and Old Mother Hubbard |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Uncle Wiggily Longears, an old bunny gentleman now stricken with rheumatism and getting around with a cane, still is quite active. In these stories, he encounters a string of characters from Mother Goose's tales and has adventures that are not quite in keeping with her books!<br/><br/>These gentle tales are 7 - 8 minutes each and quite suited to a nightly reading to a small child. (Intro by Mark F. Smith)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggily-and-old-mother-hubbard-by-howard-r-garis/ |
uncle wiggily longears old bunny gentleman stricken rheumatism getting around cane still quite active stories encounters string characters mother goose s tales adventures quite keeping books br br these gentle tales 7 8 minutes quite suited nightly reading small child intro mark f smith p |
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6741 |
7329 |
Casey at the Bat |
Ernest Lawrence Thayer |
Poetry, Narratives, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Casey at the Bat by Ernst Lawrence Thayer. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 16, 2012. <br><br>Ernst Thayer was an American writer and poet who wrote "Casey at the Bat", the "single most famous baseball poem ever written" according to the Baseball Almanac. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/casey-at-the-bat-by-ernest-lawrence-thayer/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings casey bat ernst lawrence thayer fortnightly poetry project december 16 2012 br br ernst thayer american writer poet wrote casey bat single famous baseball poem ever written according baseball almanac summary wikipedia p |
| 6801 |
6743 |
7331 |
Just So Stories (version 5) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction |
The stories, first published in 1902, are fantastic accounts of how various natural phenomena came about. The original editions of Just So Stories were illustrated with woodcuts by Kipling himself. Each story is accompanied by a poem, in a somewhat ballad style. Many of the stories are addressed to “Best Beloved” (they were first written for Kipling’s eldest daughter, Josephine, who had died during an outbreak of influenza in 1899), and throughout they use a comically elevated style inspired by the formal speech of India, full of long and improbable-sounding words, some of them made up. As a result, it is a delight to read them aloud, and easy to memorize passages from them. they have been recorded several times before but I wanted to enjoy rolling those wonderful words around myself. What fun!(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-stories-by-rudyard-kilping/ |
stories first published 1902 fantastic accounts various natural phenomena came about original editions stories illustrated woodcuts kipling himself story accompanied poem somewhat ballad style many stories addressed best beloved they first written kipling s eldest daughter josephine died outbreak influenza 1899 throughout use comically elevated style inspired formal speech india full long improbable sounding words made up result delight read aloud easy memorize passages them recorded several times wanted enjoy rolling wonderful words around myself fun summary wikipedia p |
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6744 |
7332 |
Riders of the Silences |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Westerns |
The Great West, prior to the century's turn, abounded in legend. Stories were told of fabled gunmen whose bullets always magically found their mark, of mighty stallions whose tireless gallop rivaled the speed of the wind, of glorious women whose beauty stunned mind and heart. But nowhere in the vast spread of the mountain-desert country was there a greater legend told than the story of Red Pierre and the phantom gunfighter, McGurk.<br><br>\nThese two men of the wilderness, so unalike, of widely-differing backgrounds, had in common a single trait: each was unbeatable. Fate brought them clashing together, thunder to thunder, lightning to lightning. They were destined to meet at the crossroads of a long, long trail ... a trail which began in the northern wastes of Canada and led, finally, to a deadly confrontation in the mountains of the Far West. (Summary by Max Brand)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-riders-of-the-silences-by-max-brand/ |
great west prior century s turn abounded legend stories told fabled gunmen whose bullets always magically found mark mighty stallions whose tireless gallop rivaled speed wind glorious women whose beauty stunned mind heart nowhere vast spread mountain desert country greater legend told story red pierre phantom gunfighter mcgurk br br two men wilderness unalike widely differing backgrounds common single trait unbeatable fate brought clashing together thunder thunder lightning lightning destined meet crossroads long long trail trail began northern wastes canada led finally deadly confrontation mountains far west summary max brand p |
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6745 |
7333 |
Stories of Ships and the Sea |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
5 Exciting short stories by one of Americas best story tellers (Summary by William Tomcho)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-ships-and-the-sea-by-jack-london/ |
5 exciting short stories one americas best story tellers summary william tomcho p |
| 6804 |
6746 |
7334 |
Red Dust |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
You who have read "The Mad Planet" by Murray Leinster, will welcome the sequel to that story. The world, in a far distant future, is peopled with huge insects and titanic fungus growths. Life has been greatly altered, and tiny Man is now in the process of becoming acclimated to the change. We again meet our hero Burl, but this time a far greater danger menaces the human race. The huge insects are still in evidence, but the terror they inspire is as nothing compared to the deadly Red Dust. You will follow this remarkable story with breathless interest. "Burl raised his spear, and plunged down on the back of the moving thing, thrusting his spear with all the force he could command. He had fallen upon the shining back of one of the huge, meat-eating beetles, and his spear had slid across the horny armor and then stuck fast, having pierced only the leathery tissue between the insect's head and thorax." (Summary from the magazine blurb) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-dust-by-murray-leinster/ |
read the mad planet murray leinster welcome sequel story world far distant future peopled huge insects titanic fungus growths life greatly altered tiny man process becoming acclimated change meet hero burl time far greater danger menaces human race huge insects still evidence terror inspire nothing compared deadly red dust follow remarkable story breathless interest burl raised spear plunged back moving thing thrusting spear force could command fallen upon shining back one huge meat eating beetles spear slid across horny armor stuck fast pierced leathery tissue insect s head thorax summary magazine blurb p |
| 6805 |
6747 |
7335 |
Touch of the Sun and Other Stories |
Mary Hallock Foote |
General Fiction, Short Stories, Westerns |
Four short stories by Mary Hallock Foote (1847–1938), an American author and illustrator. She is best known for her illustrated short stories and novels portraying life in the mining communities of the turn-of-the-century American West. She is famous for her stories of place, in which she portrayed the rough, picturesque life she experienced and observed in the old West, especially that in the early mining towns. She wrote several novels, and illustrated stories and novels by other authors for various publishers. She died at age 90. Her legacy in American history is as a stalwart of the American Old West and a teller of its stories. Her work—the numerous stories for books and periodicals, with her drawings and woodcut illustrations; the correspondence from western outposts; her novels and nonfiction—gained her notice as a skilled observer of the frontier (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-touch-of-sun-and-other-stories-by-mary-hallock-foote/ |
four short stories mary hallock foote 1847 1938 american author illustrator best known illustrated short stories novels portraying life mining communities turn of the century american west famous stories place portrayed rough picturesque life experienced observed old west especially early mining towns wrote several novels illustrated stories novels authors various publishers died age 90 legacy american history stalwart american old west teller stories work the numerous stories books periodicals drawings woodcut illustrations correspondence western outposts novels nonfiction gained notice skilled observer frontier summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 6806 |
6777 |
7365 |
Song For New Year's Eve |
William Cullen Bryant |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of A Song For New Year's Eve by William Cullen Bryant. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 30, 2012.<br><br>William Cullen Bran was an American Romantic poet. He wrote this poem in 1859. We are recording it to celebrate the end of 2012 and the beginning of 2013. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-for-new-years-eve-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings song new year s eve william cullen bryant weekly poetry project december 30 2012 br br william cullen bran american romantic poet wrote poem 1859 recording celebrate end 2012 beginning 2013 summary charlotte duckett p |
| 6807 |
6748 |
7336 |
Ramayan, Book 4 |
Valmiki |
Poetry, Other religions |
The Ramayan is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It is the story of Rama, who embarks on an epic journey followed by the fight with Ravana, the demon king who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The epic depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. (Summary by om123)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayan-book-4-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata story rama embarks epic journey followed fight ravana demon king abducted rama s wife sita epic depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king summary om123 p |
| 6808 |
6749 |
7337 |
When We Dead Awaken |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
When We Dead Awaken (1899) is the last play by Norwegian dramatist Henrik Ibsen. Dreamlike and highly symbolic, the play charts the dissolution of sculptor Arnold Rubek's marriage to Maia, her flirtation with Ulfheim, and his involvement with the mysterious Irene, his former model. The tensions rise between the characters as they climb higher and higher into the Norwegian mountains. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Professor Arnold Rubek: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Maia Rubek: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>The Inspector: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Ulfheim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7983">Nicholas Anema</a><br>Irene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sister of Mercy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/when-we-dead-awaken-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
dead awaken 1899 last play norwegian dramatist henrik ibsen dreamlike highly symbolic play charts dissolution sculptor arnold rubek s marriage maia flirtation ulfheim involvement mysterious irene former model tensions rise characters climb higher higher norwegian mountains summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br professor arnold rubek a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br maia rubek a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br the inspector a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br ulfheim a href http librivox org reader 7983 nicholas anema a br irene a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sister mercy a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 6809 |
6750 |
7338 |
Tale of Buster Bumblebee |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Buster Bumblebee and his family move into a new home. Excitement and buzzing abound. Buster meet a strange fellow called a carpenter bee, way too many chirpy crickets, and even finds his own long lost sister. Later in his adventurous life, Buster learns of another kind of Bee, a Raising Bee and how much food is available for everyone there. All in all, this tale will bring smiles and grins to listeners young and old as it tells of Buster Bumblebee, a young bee with a lot to learn but a heart of gold. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-buster-bumblee-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
buster bumblebee family move new home excitement buzzing abound buster meet strange fellow called carpenter bee way many chirpy crickets even finds long lost sister later adventurous life buster learns another kind bee raising bee much food available everyone there all tale bring smiles grins listeners young old tells buster bumblebee young bee lot learn heart gold summary phil chenevert p |
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6751 |
7339 |
Idiot (Part 03 and 04) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Literary Fiction |
The extraordinary child-adult Prince Myshkin, confined for several years in a Swiss sanatorium suffering from severe epilepsy, returns to Russia to claim his inheritance and to find a place in healthy human society. The teeming St Petersburg community he enters is far from receptive to an innocent like himself, despite some early successes and relentless pursuit by grotesque fortune-hunters. His naive gaucheries give rise to extreme reactions among his new acquaintance, ranging from anguished protectiveness to mockery and contempt. But even before reaching the city, during the memorable train journey that opens the novel, he has encountered the demonic Rogozhin, the son of a wealthy merchant – who is in thrall to the equally doomed Nastasia Filippovna: beautiful, capricious and destructively neurotic, she joins with the two weirdly contrasted men in a spiraling dance of death… (Summary by Martin Geeson)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-idiot-part-03-and-04-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
extraordinary child adult prince myshkin confined several years swiss sanatorium suffering severe epilepsy returns russia claim inheritance find place healthy human society teeming st petersburg community enters far receptive innocent like himself despite early successes relentless pursuit grotesque fortune hunters naive gaucheries give rise extreme reactions among new acquaintance ranging anguished protectiveness mockery contempt even reaching city memorable train journey opens novel encountered demonic rogozhin son wealthy merchant thrall equally doomed nastasia filippovna beautiful capricious destructively neurotic joins two weirdly contrasted men spiraling dance death summary martin geeson p |
| 6811 |
6752 |
7340 |
Comédie Humaine: 08 - Scènes de la vie de province tome 4 (29-07-43) - Illusions perdues |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction, Psychology |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Études de mœurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… (Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac)</p> |
French |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-de-la-vie-de-province-tome-iv-by-honore-de-balzac-1303/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les études de mœurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scènes de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les mœurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac p |
| 6812 |
6778 |
7366 |
Murder at St. Dennis |
Margaret Ann Hubbard |
Detective Fiction |
A cunning killer prowls the winding corridors of an old hospital in this thriller by the author of "Murder Takes the Veil". (From original jacket)</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/murder-at-st-dennis-by-margaret-ann-hubbard/ |
cunning killer prowls winding corridors old hospital thriller author murder takes veil from original jacket p |
| 6813 |
6779 |
7367 |
Stories From God's Holy Book |
Josephine Looney |
Religion |
A collection of simple Bible history stories for children in the younger grades. Beginning with Creation and ending with Pentecost, this book is written in a style that is easy for little ones to understand. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-Gods-holy-book-by-josephine-looney/ |
collection simple bible history stories children younger grades beginning creation ending pentecost book written style easy little ones understand summary maria therese p |
| 6814 |
6753 |
7341 |
Widowers' Houses |
George Bernard Shaw |
Plays, Romance, Satire |
This is one of three plays Shaw published as Plays Unpleasant in 1898; they were termed "unpleasant" because they were intended, not to entertain their audiences—as traditional Victorian theatre was expected to—but to raise awareness of social problems and to censure exploitation of the laboring class by the unproductive rich. In this play, Dr. Harry Trench becomes disillusioned when he discovers how his fiancee's father, Mr. Sartorius, makes his money. However, it is soon revealed that Trench's own income is far from untainted. (Summary by wildemoose and Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Dr. Harry Trench: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>Mr. William de Burgh Cokane: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5141">David Goldfarb</a><br>Mr. Sartorius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8108">Drakaunus</a><br>Blanche Sartorius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mr. Lickcheese: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Waiter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Porter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Parlour Maid/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/widowers-houses-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
one three plays shaw published plays unpleasant 1898 termed unpleasant intended entertain audiences as traditional victorian theatre expected to but raise awareness social problems censure exploitation laboring class unproductive rich play dr harry trench becomes disillusioned discovers fiancee s father mr sartorius makes money however soon revealed trench s income far untainted summary wildemoose wikipedia br br strong cast strong br dr harry trench a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br mr william de burgh cokane a href http librivox org reader 5141 david goldfarb a br mr sartorius a href http librivox org reader 8108 drakaunus a br blanche sartorius a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mr lickcheese a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br waiter a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br porter a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br parlour maid narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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6754 |
7342 |
Mark Twain's Journal Writings, Volume 1 |
Mark Twain |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
Volume 1 contains these 12 essays: 1.) "Americans on a Visit to the Emperor of Russia." 2.) "The Austrian Edison keeping school again" 3.) "The Canvasser's tale." 4.) "The Czar's Soliloquy." 5.) "English as She is Taught." 6.) "Grasses in the South." 7.) "Hawaii." 8.) "A Helpless Situation." 9.) "How I Escaped being Killed in a Duel." 10.) "Important to Whom it may Concern." 11.) "The Austrian Edison Keeping School Again" 12.) "Jim's Investments, and King Sollermun." (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-journal-writings-volume-1-by-mark-twain/ |
volume 1 contains 12 essays 1 americans visit emperor russia 2 the austrian edison keeping school again 3 the canvasser s tale 4 the czar s soliloquy 5 english taught 6 grasses south 7 hawaii 8 a helpless situation 9 how escaped killed duel 10 important may concern 11 the austrian edison keeping school again 12 jim s investments king sollermun summary john greenman p |
| 6816 |
6755 |
7343 |
Forgotten Planet |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
The "forgotten" planet had been seeded for life, first with microbes and later with plants and insects. A third expedition, intended to complete the seeding with animals, never occurred. Over the millennia the insects and plants grew to gigantic sizes. The action of the novel describes the fight for survival by descendants of a crashed spaceship as they battle wolf-sized ants, flies the size of chickens, and gigantic flying wasps. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/the-forgotten-planet-by-murray-leinster/ |
forgotten planet seeded life first microbes later plants insects third expedition intended complete seeding animals never occurred millennia insects plants grew gigantic sizes action novel describes fight survival descendants crashed spaceship battle wolf sized ants flies size chickens gigantic flying wasps summary wikipedia p |
| 6817 |
6756 |
7344 |
Inquiry into the Human Mind on the Principles of Common Sense |
Thomas Reid |
Modern |
<p>"That excellent book by Thomas Reid, the <i>Inquiry into the Human Mind</i> (first edition, 1764; 6th edition, 1810), as a negative proof of the Kantian truths, affords us a very thorough conviction of the inadequacy of the senses to produce the objective perception of things, and also of the non-empirical origin of the perception of space and time. Reid refutes Locke's doctrine that perception is a product of the senses, by a thorough and acute demonstration that the collective sensations of the senses do not bear the least resemblance to the world as known in perception, and especially that the five primary qualities of Locke (extension, form, solidity, movement, and number) absolutely could not be afforded us by any sensation of the senses. Accordingly he gives up the question as to the mode of origination and the source of perception as completely insoluble; and although altogether unacquainted with Kant, he gives us, as it were, according to the <i>regula falsi</i>, a thorough proof of the intellectual nature of perception (really first explained by me as a consequence of the Kantian doctrine), and also of the <i>a priori</i> source, discovered by Kant, of its constituent elements, space, time, and causality, from which those primary qualities of Locke first proceed, but by means of which they are easily constructed. Thomas Reid's book is very instructive and well worth reading—ten times more so than all the philosophy together that has been written since Kant." (Arthur Schopenhauer. <i>The World as Will and Representation</i>. Trans. R. B. Haldane, M.A. and J. Kemp, M.A. London: Kegan Paul, Trench, Trübner & Co. 1909 Vol II, Ch. 2. pg. 187)</p>\n<p>Prooflisteners for this book were <a href="/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a> and <a href="/reader/9436">denisedee</a>. <br> Metacoordination and cataloging done by <a href="/reader/3157">TriciaG</a> and <a href="/reader/688">J. M. Smallheer</a></p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/an-inquiry-into-the-human-mind-on-the-principles-of-common-sense-by-thomas-reid/ |
p that excellent book thomas reid i inquiry human mind i first edition 1764 6th edition 1810 negative proof kantian truths affords us thorough conviction inadequacy senses produce objective perception things also non empirical origin perception space time reid refutes locke s doctrine perception product senses thorough acute demonstration collective sensations senses bear least resemblance world known perception especially five primary qualities locke extension form solidity movement number absolutely could afforded us sensation senses accordingly gives question mode origination source perception completely insoluble although altogether unacquainted kant gives us were according i regula falsi i thorough proof intellectual nature perception really first explained consequence kantian doctrine also i a priori i source discovered kant constituent elements space time causality primary qualities locke first proceed means easily constructed thomas reid s book instructive well worth reading ten times philosophy together written since kant arthur schopenhauer i the world representation i trans r b haldane m a j kemp m a london kegan paul trench trübner co 1909 vol ii ch 2 pg 187 p p prooflisteners book a href reader 3645 maryann spiegel a a href reader 9436 denisedee a br metacoordination cataloging done a href reader 3157 triciag a a href reader 688 j m smallheer a p |
| 6818 |
6757 |
7345 |
Condition of the Working-Class in England in 1844 |
Friedrich Engels |
*Non-fiction, History , Political Science |
This is Engels' first book (since considered a classic account of England's working class in the industrial age), which argues that workers paid a heavy price for the industrial revolution that swept the country. Engels wrote the piece while staying in Manchester from 1842 to 1844, based on th bohis observations and several contemporary reports conducted over the period. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-condition-of-the-working-class-in-england-in-1844-by-friedrich-engels/ |
engels first book since considered classic account england s working class industrial age argues workers paid heavy price industrial revolution swept country engels wrote piece staying manchester 1842 1844 based th bohis observations several contemporary reports conducted period summary cathy barratt p |
| 6819 |
6780 |
7368 |
Law Against Lovers |
William Davenant |
Comedy |
The Law Against Lovers was a dramatic adaptation of Shakespeare, arranged by Sir William Davenant and staged by the Duke's Company in 1662. It was the first of the many Shakespearean adaptations staged during the Restoration era. Davenant was not shy about changing the Bard's work; he based his text on Measure for Measure, but also added Beatrice and Benedick from Much Ado About Nothing — "resulting in a bizarre and fascinating combination." He made Angelo from the former play, and Benedick from the latter, into brothers. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>The Duke: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Angelo: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Eschalus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Beatrice/Friar Thomas/Bernardine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Balthazar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7853">David Warner</a><br>Julietta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Viola: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Servant/Hangman/Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>Benedick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Lucio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Claudio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Provost: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Isabella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Francisca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Fool: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Maid/Second Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Jailer/Second Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1673 |
https://librivox.org/the-law-against-lovers-by-william-davenant/ |
law lovers dramatic adaptation shakespeare arranged sir william davenant staged duke s company 1662 first many shakespearean adaptations staged restoration era davenant shy changing bard s work based text measure measure also added beatrice benedick much ado nothing resulting bizarre fascinating combination made angelo former play benedick latter brothers summary wikipedia br br br strong cast strong br the duke a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br angelo a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br eschalus a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br beatrice friar thomas bernardine a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br balthazar a href http librivox org reader 7853 david warner a br julietta a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br viola a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br servant hangman page a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br benedick a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br lucio a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br claudio a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br provost a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br isabella a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br francisca a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br fool a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br maid second servant a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br jailer second page a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 6820 |
6758 |
7346 |
Eye For An Eye |
William Le Queux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Frank Urwin and Richard Cleugh are two bachelor journalists sharing a flat in London. One evening while chatting, Urwin receives a telegram from a police acquaintance to come to the local police station at once. Urwin visits Inspector Patterson who is greatly agitated. Patterson invites Urwin for a drink and tells him of a strange occurrence at a local house. The two visit the house where they discover a dead young male and attractive young female. For some reason, Patterson is reluctant to report the apparent murders. While at the house, the telephone rings and Urwin answers it. A strange voice asks if the deed has been done? Urwin indicates it has and agrees to meet the caller at St. James’s Park. Urwin finally convinces Patterson to report the crime and a second visit occurs with additional police. This time however, the dead female is not the same person. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/an-eye-for-an-eye-by-william-le-queux/ |
frank urwin richard cleugh two bachelor journalists sharing flat london one evening chatting urwin receives telegram police acquaintance come local police station once urwin visits inspector patterson greatly agitated patterson invites urwin drink tells strange occurrence local house two visit house discover dead young male attractive young female reason patterson reluctant report apparent murders house telephone rings urwin answers it strange voice asks deed done urwin indicates agrees meet caller st james s park urwin finally convinces patterson report crime second visit occurs additional police time however dead female person summary tom weiss p |
| 6821 |
6759 |
7347 |
Story of Ancient Irish Civilisation |
Patrick Weston Joyce |
*Non-fiction, History |
This little book has been written and published with the main object of spreading as widely as possible among our people, young and old, a knowledge of the civilisation and general social condition of Ireland from the fifth or sixth to the twelfth century, when it was wholly governed by native rulers. The publication comes at an appropriate time, when there is an awakening of interest in the Irish language, and in Irish lore of every kind, unparalleled in our history. (Summary from the Preface)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-ancient-irish-civilisation-by-p-w-joyce/ |
little book written published main object spreading widely possible among people young old knowledge civilisation general social condition ireland fifth sixth twelfth century wholly governed native rulers publication comes appropriate time awakening interest irish language irish lore every kind unparalleled history summary preface p |
| 6822 |
6760 |
7348 |
Dot and Tot of Merryland |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dot and Tot of Merryland is a 1901 novel by L. Frank Baum. After Baum wrote The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, he wrote this story about the adventures of a little girl named Dot and a little boy named Tot in a land reached by floating on a river that flowed through a tunnel. The land was called Merryland and was split into seven valleys. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/dot-and-tot-of-merryland-by-l-frank-baum/ |
dot tot merryland 1901 novel l frank baum baum wrote wonderful wizard oz wrote story adventures little girl named dot little boy named tot land reached floating river flowed tunnel land called merryland split seven valleys summary wikipedia p |
| 6823 |
6761 |
7349 |
Kitty Alone |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Kate Quarm is a bright and sensitive girl. She lives with her aunt and uncle at Coombe Cellers, a farmhouse, eating house and store occupying a promontory in the estuary of the Teign, in the south of Devon. Kate's father is a dreamer, always off on the next get-rich-quick scheme, wandering across the countryside with his donkey cart. It seems that no one has the time or the inclination to try to understand Kitty and she is left very much "alone." But when she ferries the son of the richest farmer in the neighborhood across the Teign and he falls head over heals for the pretty girl, it seems that the fortunes of Kitty Alone are about to change. Or maybe not - for Rose Ash has marked John out as her own and is keen on defending her claim while Kitty's thoughts center more on the stars and the tides (and the new schoolmaster) than on the ardent boy next door.\n<br /><br />\nThe Rev'd Sabine Bearing Gould was a keen observer of people who filled his books with a broad cast of characters, humorously drawn from the 19th Century English countryside. (Summary by MaryAnn)<br /><br /> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/kitty-alone-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
kate quarm bright sensitive girl lives aunt uncle coombe cellers farmhouse eating house store occupying promontory estuary teign south devon kate s father dreamer always next get rich quick scheme wandering across countryside donkey cart seems one time inclination try understand kitty left much alone ferries son richest farmer neighborhood across teign falls head heals pretty girl seems fortunes kitty alone change maybe rose ash marked john keen defending claim kitty s thoughts center stars tides and new schoolmaster ardent boy next door br br rev d sabine bearing gould keen observer people filled books broad cast characters humorously drawn 19th century english countryside summary maryann br br |
| 6824 |
6762 |
7350 |
Stolen Souls |
William Le Queux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
This is a collection of 14 of William le Queux' best mystery stories. (Summary by Carolin)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/stolen-souls-by-william-le-queux/ |
collection 14 william le queux best mystery stories summary carolin p |
| 6825 |
6763 |
7351 |
Journey of Life |
William Cullen Bryant |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Journey of Life by William Cullen Bryant. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 23, 2012.<br><br>William Cullen Bryant was an American romantic poet, journalist, and long-time editor of the New York Evening Post. His poetry has been described as being "of a thoughtful, meditative character, and makes but slight appeal to the mass of readers." ( Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-journey-of-life-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings journey life william cullen bryant weekly poetry project december 23 2012 br br william cullen bryant american romantic poet journalist long time editor new york evening post poetry described of thoughtful meditative character makes slight appeal mass readers summary wikipedia p |
| 6826 |
6764 |
7352 |
Journal of John Woolman |
John Woolman |
*Non-fiction, History , Philosophy |
John Woolman was born at Northampton, N. J., in 1720, and died at York, England, in 1772. He was the child of Quaker parents, and from his youth was a zealous member of the Society of Friends. His “Journal,” published in 1774, describes his way of life and the spirit in which he did his work; but his humility prevents him from making clear the importance of the part he played in the movement against slaveholding among the Quakers. In 1742, Woolman, then a young clerk in the employment of a storekeeper in New Jersey, was asked to make out a bill of sale for a negro woman; and the scruples which then occurred to him were the beginning of a life-long activity against the traffic. Shortly afterward he began his laborious foot-journeys, pleading everywhere with his co-religionists, and inspiring others to take up the crusade. The result of the agitation was that the various Yearly Meetings one by one decided that emancipation was a religious duty; and within twenty years after Woolman’s death the practise of slavery had ceased in the Society of Friends. His own words in this “Journal,” of an extraordinary simplicity and charm, are the best expression of his personality. (Summary by The Harvard Classics) |
English |
1774 |
https://librivox.org/the-journal-of-john-woolman-by-john-woolman/ |
john woolman born northampton n j 1720 died york england 1772 child quaker parents youth zealous member society friends journal published 1774 describes way life spirit work humility prevents making clear importance part played movement slaveholding among quakers 1742 woolman young clerk employment storekeeper new jersey asked make bill sale negro woman scruples occurred beginning life long activity traffic shortly afterward began laborious foot journeys pleading everywhere co religionists inspiring others take crusade result agitation various yearly meetings one one decided emancipation religious duty within twenty years woolman s death practise slavery ceased society friends words journal extraordinary simplicity charm best expression personality summary harvard classics |
| 6827 |
6765 |
7353 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1D |
David Hume |
History , Early Modern |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off. <br><br>\nThis is Volume 1D which covers the reigns of Elizabeth I to James I. (Summary by Richard Carpenter) </p> |
English |
1750 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1d-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off br br volume 1d covers reigns elizabeth james i summary richard carpenter p |
| 6828 |
6766 |
7354 |
Everlasting Righteousness |
Horatius Bonar |
*Non-fiction, Christianity - Other |
... or How Shall Man Be Just with God?<br /><br />How does salvation work? How does a righteous God declare an unrighteous person to be righteous in His sight? In this comprehensive and devotional study of justification by faith alone in the Person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ, Horatius Bonar answers these questions in a clear and wonderful way. Bonar has been called the prince of Scottish hymn writers. Quoting one of the 600 hymns he wrote, here is "righteous peace securely made" (Summary by Jay Reader) <br /><br />\nAdditional proof-listening by Kimberly Krause. <br /><br /> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/everlasting-righteousness-by-horatius-bonar/ |
shall man god br br how salvation work righteous god declare unrighteous person righteous sight comprehensive devotional study justification faith alone person work lord jesus christ horatius bonar answers questions clear wonderful way bonar called prince scottish hymn writers quoting one 600 hymns wrote righteous peace securely made summary jay reader br br additional proof listening kimberly krause br br |
| 6829 |
6767 |
7355 |
Polish Fairy Tales |
A. J. Glinski |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
These are selections from a large collection made by A. J. Glinski, printed at Wilna in 1862. These fairy tales come from a far past and may even date from primitive times. They represent the folklore current among the peasantry of the Eastern provinces of Poland, and also in those provinces usually known as White Russia. They were set down by Glinski just as they were related to him by the peasants. In the translation it was of course necessary to shorten them considerably; the continual repetition—however quaint and fascinating in the original—cannot easily be reproduced. Portions, too, are often told in rhyme, or in a species of rhyming prose that we associate with the ancient ballad. The obvious likenesses between these and the folklore of Germany, the Celtic nations, or to the Indian fairy-tales, will strike every reader. The stories are longer than usual but very rewarding and fun to listen to. (Summary by preface and phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/polish-fairy-tales-by-a-j-glinski/ |
selections large collection made a j glinski printed wilna 1862 fairy tales come far past may even date primitive times represent folklore current among peasantry eastern provinces poland also provinces usually known white russia set glinski related peasants translation course necessary shorten considerably continual repetition however quaint fascinating original cannot easily reproduced portions too often told rhyme species rhyming prose associate ancient ballad obvious likenesses folklore germany celtic nations indian fairy tales strike every reader stories longer usual rewarding fun listen to summary preface phil chenevert p |
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6768 |
7356 |
Spell of the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines |
Isabel Anderson |
*Non-fiction, History , Travel & Geography |
Isabel Anderson has written a most interesting travelogue of Hawaii and The Philippines. Actually it is more of a history lesson. Anyone with any interest whatsoever in the South Pacific will find this book very interesting indeed, to note all that has changed since Mrs. Anderson had traveled there.(Summary by William Tomcho) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-spell-of-the-hawaiian-islands-and-the-philippines-by-isabel-anderson/ |
isabel anderson written interesting travelogue hawaii philippines actually history lesson anyone interest whatsoever south pacific find book interesting indeed note changed since mrs anderson traveled there summary william tomcho p |
| 6831 |
6769 |
7357 |
Thirteenth: Greatest of Centuries |
James Joseph Walsh |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
It cannot but seem a paradox to say that the Thirteenth was the greatest of centuries. To most people the idea will appear at once so preposterous that they may not even care to consider it. A certain number, of course, will have their curiosity piqued by the thought that anyone should evolve so curious a notion. Either of these attitudes of mind will yield at once to a more properly receptive mood if it is recalled that the Thirteenth is the century of the Gothic cathedrals, of the foundation of the university, of the signing of Magna Charta, and of the origin of representative government with something like constitutional guarantees throughout the west of Europe. The cathedrals represent a development in the arts that has probably never been equaled either before or since. The university was a definite creation of these generations that has lived and maintained its usefulness practically in the same form in which it was then cast for the seven centuries ever since. The foundation stones of modern liberties are to be found in the documents which for the first time declared the rights of man during this precious period. (Summary from Preface) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-thirteenth-greatest-of-centuries-by-james-joseph-walsh/ |
cannot seem paradox say thirteenth greatest centuries people idea appear preposterous may even care consider it certain number course curiosity piqued thought anyone evolve curious notion either attitudes mind yield properly receptive mood recalled thirteenth century gothic cathedrals foundation university signing magna charta origin representative government something like constitutional guarantees throughout west europe cathedrals represent development arts probably never equaled either since university definite creation generations lived maintained usefulness practically form cast seven centuries ever since foundation stones modern liberties found documents first time declared rights man precious period summary preface p |
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6770 |
7358 |
Kings and Queens of England with Other Poems |
Mary Ann H. T. Bigelow |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Mary Ann Bigelow, who turned her historical research into a poem in "the Kings and Queens of England". This volume also contains a number of her other poems, especially acrostics, many of which are dedicated to friends and family members. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-kings-and-queens-of-england-with-other-poems-by-mary-ann-bigelow/ |
volume poems mary ann bigelow turned historical research poem the kings queens england volume also contains number poems especially acrostics many dedicated friends family members summary carolin |
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6787 |
7375 |
Miss or Mrs.? |
Wilkie Collins |
Romance |
Natalie Graybrooke is in love with her cousin Launcelot Linzie, but engaged to Mr. Turlington, an older man who covets her fortune and whom she detests. Turlington is the executor of Natalie's father's estate. When Natalie secretly marries her cousin, Turlington arranges to have Natalie's father murdered, to gain control of his fortune. (Summary by Christine Dufour) </p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/miss-or-mrs-by-wilkie-collins/ |
natalie graybrooke love cousin launcelot linzie engaged mr turlington older man covets fortune detests turlington executor natalie s father s estate natalie secretly marries cousin turlington arranges natalie s father murdered gain control fortune summary christine dufour p |
| 6834 |
6771 |
7359 |
Character Building |
Booker T. Washington |
Essays & Short Works, Self-Help, Contemporary |
<i>Character Building</i> is a compilation of speeches, given by Mr. Booker T. Washington, to the students and staff of the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute (now known as Tuskegee University).<br />Booker T. Washington was one of the most prominent leaders in advancing African-American civil rights. Born into slavery and freed as a young boy, he rose through the ranks of education to eventually earn his position as principal of Tuskegee. Under his guidance, the school was built, by students and for students, to give them a deeply meaningful education. Mr. Washington stressed the importance of developing oneself for life-long success. He strived to imbue in his students the highest personal standards, and these speeches represent the core messages he gave.<br />(Originally published by Doubleday, Page & Co., NY, in 1902. Summary by Luke Sartor)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/character-building-by-booker-t-washington/ |
i character building i compilation speeches given mr booker t washington students staff tuskegee normal industrial institute now known tuskegee university br booker t washington one prominent leaders advancing african american civil rights born slavery freed young boy rose ranks education eventually earn position principal tuskegee guidance school built students students give deeply meaningful education mr washington stressed importance developing oneself life long success strived imbue students highest personal standards speeches represent core messages gave br originally published doubleday page co ny 1902 summary luke sartor p |
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6772 |
7360 |
Short Poetry Collection 116 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 25 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-116/ |
collection 25 poems read librivox volunteers january 2013 p |
| 6836 |
6773 |
7361 |
Histoire d'un casse-noisette |
Alexandre Dumas |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<p>Un soir de 24 décembre, Marie et Fritz découvrent, au pied de l'arbre de Noël, un charmant petit bonhomme difforme casseur de noisette.<br/>\nForcé par de jeunes auditeurs à raconter un conte, Monsieur Dumas nous rapporte ici l'histoire de ce héros improbable, empruntée à Hoffmann.</p>\n\n<p>On December's Eve, Marie and Fritz find a charming, though deformed, nut-cracker by the Christmas tree. <br/>\nForced by a young audience to share a tale, Alexandre Dumas tells the one of this unlikely hero, taking his inspiration from Hoffman. <br/>\nSummary by Ezwa</p> |
French |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/histoire-dun-casse-noisette-by-dumas-alexandre/ |
p un soir de 24 décembre marie et fritz découvrent au pied de l arbre de noël un charmant petit bonhomme difforme casseur de noisette br forcé par de jeunes auditeurs à raconter un conte monsieur dumas nous rapporte ici l histoire de ce héros improbable empruntée à hoffmann p p on december s eve marie fritz find charming though deformed nut cracker christmas tree br forced young audience share tale alexandre dumas tells one unlikely hero taking inspiration hoffman br summary ezwa p |
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6774 |
7362 |
Cape Cod Stories |
Joseph Crosby Lincoln |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories, Single Author Collections |
This book (eleven short stories) was also published under the title of “The Old Home House”. Joseph Crosby Lincoln (1870 – 1944) was an American author of novels, poems, and short stories, many set in a fictionalized Cape Cod. Lincoln's work frequently appeared in popular magazines such as the Saturday Evening Post and The Delineator.... Lincoln claimed that he was satisfied "spinning yarns" that made readers feel good about themselves and their neighbors. Two of his stories have been adapted to film. Lincoln's literary career celebrating "old Cape Cod" can partly be seen as an attempt to return to an Eden from which he had been driven by family tragedy. His literary portrayal of Cape Cod can also be understood as a pre-modern haven occupied by individuals of old Yankee stock which was offered to readers as an antidote to an America that was undergoing rapid modernization, urbanization, immigration, and industrialization.... Lincoln died in 1944, at the age of 73, in Winter Park, Florida. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/cape-cod-stories-by-joseph-c-lincoln/ |
book eleven short stories also published title the old home house joseph crosby lincoln 1870 1944 american author novels poems short stories many set fictionalized cape cod lincoln s work frequently appeared popular magazines saturday evening post delineator lincoln claimed satisfied spinning yarns made readers feel good neighbors two stories adapted film lincoln s literary career celebrating old cape cod partly seen attempt return eden driven family tragedy literary portrayal cape cod also understood pre modern occupied individuals old yankee stock offered readers antidote america undergoing rapid modernization urbanization immigration industrialization lincoln died 1944 age 73 winter park florida summary wikipedia david wales p |
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6775 |
7363 |
Popular History of France from the Earliest Times vol 6 |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot |
*Non-fiction, History |
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot was a French historian, orator, and statesman. He played a significant role in French politics before the Revolution of 1848, actively opposing as a liberal the reactionary King Charles X before his overthrow in the July Revolution of 1830, then in government service to the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as the Minister of Education, 1832-1837, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840-1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from September 19, 1847 to February 23, 1848. His six-volume series "A Popular History of France" is an attractive and engrossing narrative, and easily readable in English, thanks to the translation by Robert Black. <br><br><a href="https://librivox.org/group/463\n"> Other volumes available</a> Other volumes in this series: Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 Volume 4 Volume 5 (Karen Merline's summary edited by Cate Barratt)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-france-from-the-earliest-times-vol-6-by-francois-pierre-guillaume-guizot/ |
françois pierre guillaume guizot french historian orator statesman played significant role french politics revolution 1848 actively opposing liberal reactionary king charles x overthrow july revolution 1830 government service citizen king louis philippe minister education 1832 1837 ambassador london foreign minister 1840 1847 finally prime minister france september 19 1847 february 23 1848 six volume series a popular history france attractive engrossing narrative easily readable english thanks translation robert black br br a href https librivox org group 463 volumes available a volumes series volume 1 volume 2 volume 3 volume 4 volume 5 karen merline s summary edited cate barratt p |
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6776 |
7364 |
Dibdin’s Ghost |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Dibdin’s Ghost by Eugene Field. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 30, 2012.<br><br>This Fortnightly Poem is taken from An American Anthology, 1787–1900, edited by Edmund Clarence Stedman,(1833–1908). (Summary by David Lawrence) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dibdins-ghost-by-eugene-field/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings dibdin s ghost eugene field fortnightly poetry project december 30 2012 br br this fortnightly poem taken american anthology 1787 1900 edited edmund clarence stedman 1833 1908 summary david lawrence p |
| 6840 |
6781 |
7369 |
Age of Reason (version 2) |
Thomas Paine |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
The Age of Reason; Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology is a pamphlet, written by a British and American revolutionary Thomas Paine. The Age of Reason challenges institutionalized religion and challenges the legitimacy of the Bible, the central sacred text of Christianity. Published in three parts in 1794, 1795, and 1807, it was a bestseller in the United States, where it caused a short-lived deistic revival.</p>\n\nPart 1 was written sometime in 1793, and attacks the concepts of divine revelation and inspiration. He urged his readers to employ reason over revelation. Part 2 was written either during or shortly after his confinement in a French prison in 1794. In Part 2, Paine attacks the reliability of the Bible and points out numerous absurdities and contradictions. Part 3 was written in the United States sometime around 1800 but he delayed publication until 1807 for fears of violent backlash. Part 3 is an examination and rejection of the claims of prophecies concerning Jesus Christ. Although these arguments were commonly known amongst the educated elite, Paine wrote in simple and irreverent prose that was easily accessible to a mass audience. Paine argued against religion as it is revealed in the Bible, but he argued just as strongly for a Deistic religion and a Creator of Reason.</p>\n\nThis Librivox recording of The Age of Reason is taken from Richard Carlile’s anthology of Paine’s writings, published in 1818. Carlile charged one shilling and sixpence for the work, and the first run of 1,000 copies sold out in a month. He immediately published a second edition of 3,000 copies. In 1819, Carlile was found guilty of blasphemy and seditious libel and sentenced to three years in Dorchester Gaol with a fine of £1,500. The prosecutions surrounding the printing of The Age of Reason in Britain continued for thirty years after its initial release and encompassed numerous publishers as well as over a hundred booksellers. (Summary by JoeD and wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-reason-complete-by-thomas-paine/ |
age reason investigation true fabulous theology pamphlet written british american revolutionary thomas paine age reason challenges institutionalized religion challenges legitimacy bible central sacred text christianity published three parts 1794 1795 1807 bestseller united states caused short lived deistic revival p part 1 written sometime 1793 attacks concepts divine revelation inspiration urged readers employ reason revelation part 2 written either shortly confinement french prison 1794 part 2 paine attacks reliability bible points numerous absurdities contradictions part 3 written united states sometime around 1800 delayed publication 1807 fears violent backlash part 3 examination rejection claims prophecies concerning jesus christ although arguments commonly known amongst educated elite paine wrote simple irreverent prose easily accessible mass audience paine argued religion revealed bible argued strongly deistic religion creator reason p librivox recording age reason taken richard carlile s anthology paine s writings published 1818 carlile charged one shilling sixpence work first run 1 000 copies sold month immediately published second edition 3 000 copies 1819 carlile found guilty blasphemy seditious libel sentenced three years dorchester gaol fine 1 500 prosecutions surrounding printing age reason britain continued thirty years initial release encompassed numerous publishers well hundred booksellers summary joed wikipedia p |
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6782 |
7370 |
Van Aardappel-mes tot Officiersdegen |
Melis Stoke |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Tijdens de Eerste Wereldoorlog was Nederland neutraal, maar het dreigende oorlogsgeweld in de ons omringende landen kwam heel dichtbij. In maart 1916 werd ook Herman Salomons opgeroepen voor militaire dienst. Onder zijn pseudoniem Melis Stoke publiceerde hij later zijn militaire memoires 'Van Aardappel-mes tot Officiersdegen, uit het Dagboek van een Landstormplichtige'. Hierin biedt hij ons een humoristische en soms cynische kijk op het militaire leven van die tijd. (Samenvatting door Bart de Leeuw)</p> |
Dutch |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/van-aardappel-mes-tot-officiersdegen-by-melis-stoke/ |
tijdens de eerste wereldoorlog nederland neutraal maar het dreigende oorlogsgeweld de ons omringende landen kwam heel dichtbij maart 1916 werd ook herman salomons opgeroepen voor militaire dienst onder zijn pseudoniem melis stoke publiceerde hij later zijn militaire memoires van aardappel mes tot officiersdegen uit het dagboek van een landstormplichtige hierin biedt hij ons een humoristische en soms cynische kijk op het militaire leven van die tijd samenvatting door bart de leeuw p |
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6783 |
7371 |
Onze Wederzijdsche Vriend |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
De laatste door Charles Dickens voltooide roman (geschreven in 1864 - 1865). John Harmon, de zoon van een rijke vuilnisman, krijgt de erfenis van zijn overleden vader als hij met de op geld beluste Bella Wilfer trouwt. Een roman over geld, wat geld met mensen kan doen en wat mensen met geld kunnen bewerkstelligen. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/onze-wederzijdsche-vriend-by-charles-dickens/ |
de laatste door charles dickens voltooide roman geschreven 1864 1865 john harmon de zoon van een rijke vuilnisman krijgt de erfenis van zijn overleden vader als hij met de op geld beluste bella wilfer trouwt een roman geld wat geld met mensen kan doen en wat mensen met geld kunnen bewerkstelligen samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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6784 |
7372 |
Hero of Our Time |
Mikhail Yurevich Lermontov |
General Fiction |
A Hero of Our Time is indeed a portrait, but not of one man. It is a portrait built up of all our generation's vices in full bloom. You will again tell me that a human being cannot be so wicked, and I will reply that if you can believe in the existence of all the villains of tragedy and romance, why wouldn't believe that there was a Pechorin? If you could admire far more terrifying and repulsive types, why aren't you more merciful to this character, even if it is fictitious? Isn't it because there's more truth in it than you might wish? (Summary by the author) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-hero-of-our-time-by-mikhail-yurevich-lermontov/ |
hero time indeed portrait one man portrait built generation s vices full bloom tell human cannot wicked reply believe existence villains tragedy romance believe pechorin could admire far terrifying repulsive types merciful character even fictitious there s truth might wish summary author p |
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6785 |
7373 |
'Tis Pity She's a Whore |
John Ford |
Plays, Drama, Tragedy |
One of the most shocking plays produced in England during the reign of Charles I, 'Tis Pity She's A Whore chronicles the disastrous results of an incestuous affair between fatalistic Italian siblings, Giovanni and Annabella. As suitors vie for Annabella's hand, various webs of deception and revenge intertwine, culminating in a bloody finale. (Summary by Elizabeth Barr)<br>\n<b>CAST LIST<br></b>Bonaventura, a Friar/ Bergetto, Nephew to Donado: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>A Cardinal, Nuncio to the Pope AND Banditti: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Soranzo, a Nobleman: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Florio, Citizen of Parma: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld </a><br>Donado, Citizen of Parma: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/8087">Arnie Horton</a><br>Grimaldi, a Roman Gentleman: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Giovanni, Son to Florio: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Richardetto, a supposed Physician: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Vasques, Servant to Soranzo: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7040">Chris Marcellus</a><br>Poggio, Servant to Bergetto: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7410">laurenburwell</a><br>Annabella, Daughter to Florio: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Hippolita, Wife to Richardetto: <a href="http://elizabethklettaudio.com">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Philotis, his Niece: <a href="http://charlotteduckett.wordpress.com/">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Putana, Tutoress to Annabella: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/AmandaFridayVoiceoverArtist">Amanda Friday</a><br>Officer(s): <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.ord/reader/6548">Kristingj</a></p>\n\n\n\n |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/tis-pity-shes-a-whore-by-john-ford/ |
one shocking plays produced england reign charles i tis pity whore chronicles disastrous results incestuous affair fatalistic italian siblings giovanni annabella suitors vie annabella s hand various webs deception revenge intertwine culminating bloody finale summary elizabeth barr br b cast list br b bonaventura friar bergetto nephew donado a href http librivox ord reader 7170 alanmapstone a br a cardinal nuncio pope banditti a href http librivox ord reader 4705 algy pug a br soranzo nobleman a href http librivox ord reader 8169 tovarisch a br florio citizen parma a href http librivox ord reader 3912 bob neufeld a br donado citizen parma a href http librivox ord reader 8087 arnie horton a br grimaldi roman gentleman a href http librivox ord reader 4267 ric f a br giovanni son florio a href http librivox ord reader 7079 chuck williamson a br richardetto supposed physician a href http librivox ord reader 26 denny sayers a br vasques servant soranzo a href http librivox ord reader 7040 chris marcellus a br poggio servant bergetto a href http librivox ord reader 7410 laurenburwell a br annabella daughter florio a href http librivox ord reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br hippolita wife richardetto a href http elizabethklettaudio com elizabeth klett a br philotis niece a href http charlotteduckett wordpress com charlotte duckett a br putana tutoress annabella a href http www facebook com amandafridayvoiceoverartist amanda friday a br officer s a href http librivox ord reader 7679 libby gohn a br servant a href http librivox ord reader 7138 caprishapage a br narrator a href http librivox ord reader 6548 kristingj a p |
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6786 |
7374 |
Dorothy Dale At Glenwood School |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure, School |
The second book in the Dorothy Dale series, in which Dorothy and her friends have an unfortunate encounter, which has long-lasting implications. Major Dale inherits some money, which enables him to send his daughter to Glenwood School, where she makes new friends - and enemies. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-a-girl-of-today-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale: A Girl of Today (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale at Glenwood School (1908)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-great-secret-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale's Great Secret (1909)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale and Her Chums (1909)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-queer-holidays-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Queer Holidays (1910)</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dales-camping-days-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale’s Camping Days (1911)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s School Rivals (1912)<br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/">Dorothy Dale in the City (1913)</a><br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Promise (1914)<br/>\nDorothy Dale in the West (1915)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Strange Discovery (1916)<br/>\nDorothy Dale’s Engagement (1917)<br/>\nDorothy Dale to the Rescue (1924)<br/><br/>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-at-glenwood-school-by-margaret-penrose/ |
second book dorothy dale series dorothy friends unfortunate encounter long lasting implications major dale inherits money enables send daughter glenwood school makes new friends enemies summary lynne thompson br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org dorothy dale a girl of today by margaret penrose dorothy dale girl today 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dale at glenwood school by margaret penrose dorothy dale glenwood school 1908 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales great secret by margaret penrose dorothy dale s great secret 1909 a br dorothy dale chums 1909 br a href http librivox org dorothy dales queer holidays by margaret penrose dorothy dale s queer holidays 1910 a br a href http librivox org dorothy dales camping days by margaret penrose dorothy dale s camping days 1911 a br dorothy dale s school rivals 1912 br a href http librivox org dorothy dale in the city by margaret penrose dorothy dale city 1913 a br dorothy dale s promise 1914 br dorothy dale west 1915 br dorothy dale s strange discovery 1916 br dorothy dale s engagement 1917 br dorothy dale rescue 1924 br br |
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6788 |
7376 |
Tales From Dickens |
Hallie Erminie Rives |
Literary Fiction |
The Old Curiosity Shop; Hard Times; A Tale of Two Cities; Oliver Twist; The Pickwick Papers. Have you read any or all of these famous Dickens stories? The author of this marvelous book, Rives Ermine, a highly successful author in her own right, simply wanted to retell the basic elements of some of Dickens best beloved novels and story lines. Now is your chance to revisit these stories and revive the memories of great reads. Of it you haven't gotten around to some of these classics, this would be a marvelous chance to listen to what they are about so you can enjoy them even more in the original later. The synopsis of each book by Dickens, broken into 3 or 4 sections, is read by a single LibriVox reader for a more consistent and understandable flow. As an added treat, the author's essay on Charles Dickens has been added as the last section of this audiobook. (summary by Phil Chenevert) </p>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/tales-from-dickens-by-hallie-erminie-rives/ |
old curiosity shop hard times tale two cities oliver twist pickwick papers read famous dickens stories author marvelous book rives ermine highly successful author right simply wanted retell basic elements dickens best beloved novels story lines chance revisit stories revive memories great reads gotten around classics would marvelous chance listen enjoy even original later synopsis book dickens broken 3 4 sections read single librivox reader consistent understandable flow added treat author s essay charles dickens added last section audiobook summary phil chenevert p |
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6789 |
7377 |
This Is the End |
Stella Benson |
General Fiction, Romance |
Some books have plots that drive relentlessly toward a conclusion. Others, like "This Is The End", just meander. It is the story of a Family halfheartedly searching for a missing relation who does not want to be found, while just off-stage, World War I is raging on the continent. It is a story about ordinary people trying to live ordinary lives in extraordinary times. The things they do are less important than the ways in which they do them: often comic, occasionally tragic, but always touching and true to life. It reminds us that Poetry and Romance can be found anywhere, hidden beneath the surface of the most commonplace things. (Summary by Peter Eastman)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-is-the-end-by-stella-benson/ |
books plots drive relentlessly toward conclusion others like this end meander story family halfheartedly searching missing relation want found off stage world war raging continent story ordinary people trying live ordinary lives extraordinary times things less important ways them often comic occasionally tragic always touching true life reminds us poetry romance found anywhere hidden beneath surface commonplace things summary peter eastman p |
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6790 |
7378 |
Late Leven |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
'Het late leven' is het tweede boek in de romancyclus 'De boeken der kleine zielen', en gaat verder direct na het einde van het vorige boek, 'De kleine zielen'. Hoewel het draait om dezelfde personen is de inhoud en aard van dit boek heel anders dan het vorige.<BR>Zowel Henri van der Welcke als zijn vrouw Constance, gevangen in een liefdeloos huwelijk, worden verliefd - hij op zijn jonge nichtje Marianne van Naghel, zij op Brauws, een oude schoolvriend van Henri. Constance's ziel lijkt te ontwaken in haar opkomende liefde voor Brauws, ook al vindt ze zichzelf eerst veel te oud voor zoiets, met haar 42 jaar. Om deze hoofdpersonen heen groepeert de schrijver weer de hele grote Haagse familie van 'kleine zielen' uit het eerste deel, wiens nietige leventjes krioelen door het boek. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)</p> |
Dutch |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/het-late-leven-van-louis-couperus/ |
het late leven het tweede boek de romancyclus de boeken der kleine zielen en gaat verder direct na het einde van het vorige boek de kleine zielen hoewel het draait om dezelfde personen de inhoud en aard van dit boek heel anders dan het vorige br zowel henri van der welcke als zijn vrouw constance gevangen een liefdeloos huwelijk worden verliefd hij op zijn jonge nichtje marianne van naghel zij op brauws een oude schoolvriend van henri constance s ziel lijkt te ontwaken haar opkomende liefde voor brauws ook al vindt ze zichzelf eerst veel te oud voor zoiets met haar 42 jaar om deze hoofdpersonen heen groepeert de schrijver weer de hele grote haagse familie van kleine zielen uit het eerste deel wiens nietige leventjes krioelen door het boek samenvatting door anna simon p |
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6791 |
7379 |
Zeichen der Vier |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
"Das Zeichen der Vier" ist der zweite Sherlock-Holmes-Roman von Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.<br>\nSherlock Holmes und Dr. Watson werden von Miss Mary Morstan beauftragt, bei der Suche nach ihrem verschollenen Vater zu helfen. Dieser war Offizier in Indien und verschwand vor zehn Jahren spurlos bei seiner Rückkehr nach England.<br>\nEin anonymer Brief bringt die drei auf die Spur von Thaddäus Scholto, dessen Vater mit dem Gesuchten befreundet war und zusammen mit ihm in Indien in derselben Kompanie gedient hat. Scholto berichtet, dass die beiden Männer einen Schatz aus Indien mitgebracht hätten, und dass er und sein Bruder den Schatz einst entdeckt hätten.<br>\nKurz darauf wird der Bruder unter mysteriösen Umständen ermordet und der Schatz gestohlen. Thaddäus Scholto wird der Tat verdächtigt und festgenommen. Da Sherlock Holmes an dessen Unschuld glaubt und von den rätselhaften Umständen der Sache fasziniert ist, nimmt er sich des Falles an. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia und Karlsson.) </p> |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/das-zeichen-der-vier-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
das zeichen der vier ist der zweite sherlock holmes roman von sir arthur conan doyle br sherlock holmes und dr watson werden von miss mary morstan beauftragt bei der suche nach ihrem verschollenen vater zu helfen dieser war offizier indien und verschwand vor zehn jahren spurlos bei seiner rückkehr nach england br ein anonymer brief bringt die drei auf die spur von thaddäus scholto dessen vater mit dem gesuchten befreundet war und zusammen mit ihm indien derselben kompanie gedient hat scholto berichtet dass die beiden männer einen schatz aus indien mitgebracht hätten und dass er und sein bruder den schatz einst entdeckt hätten br kurz darauf wird der bruder unter mysteriösen umständen ermordet und der schatz gestohlen thaddäus scholto wird der tat verdächtigt und festgenommen da sherlock holmes dessen unschuld glaubt und von den rätselhaften umständen der sache fasziniert ist nimmt er sich des falles an zusammenfassung von wikipedia und karlsson p |
| 6850 |
6792 |
7381 |
Sappho: A New Rendering |
Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry |
Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/sappho-a-new-rendering-by-sappho/ |
sappho lived greek speaking aeolian islands coast turkey one female poets antiquity although work popular ancient greece rome small fragments survive today book includes translations fragments well poem ovid s heroides sappho phaon fictional letter sappho assumed lover summary libby gohn p |
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6817 |
7406 |
Anne of Green Gables (version 6) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General |
Matthew and Marilla make plans to adopt a boy to help with farm chores but because of a mistake, Matthew finds a girl waiting at the train station to come home with him. Anne Shirley is a bold, tempered, imaginative and talkative young girl, yet the reader still manages to fall in love with her blunt personality. Marilla has her doubts, but Matthew convinces her to keep Anne. This book will let you watch characters grow and blossom like butterflies and magical changes take place. (Summary by Sarah Parshall) <p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-version-6-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
matthew marilla make plans adopt boy help farm chores mistake matthew finds girl waiting train station come home him anne shirley bold tempered imaginative talkative young girl yet reader still manages fall love blunt personality marilla doubts matthew convinces keep anne book let watch characters grow blossom like butterflies magical changes take place summary sarah parshall p |
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6793 |
7382 |
Cyrano de Bergerac |
Edmond Rostand |
Romance |
One of the most beloved French plays of all time, Cyrano de Bergerac is a clever and tragic tale of truth concealed and love denied. Its titular character is a proud, daring swordsman and genius poet who has one terrible flaw: an abnormally large nose. Too afraid of rejection to confess his love for the beautiful Roxane, Cyrano helps her brainless but handsome suitor Christian to woo her, providing him with love letters while resolutely keeping his own passion a secret. (Summary by Elizabeth Barr)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNARRATOR: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">balaonspace</a><br>\nCYRANO DE BERGERAC: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adamski</a><br>\nCHRISTIAN DE NEUVILLETTE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">catrose</a><br>\nCOMTE DE GUICHE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nRAGUENEAU: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">LibbyG</a><br>\nLE BRET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nCARBON DE CASTEL-JALOUX: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nFIRST CADET/D'ARTAGNAN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26">DSayers</a><br>\nSECOND CADET/LIGNIERE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">gloriana</a><br>\nTHIRD CADET/DE VALVERT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8463">msfry</a><br>\nFIRST GASCON/JODELET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>\nSECOND GASCON/BELLEROSE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">wib66</a><br>\nFIRST MARQUIS/THE APPRENTICE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">MrsHand</a><br>\nMONTFLEURY/FIRST PASTRY- COOK: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a><br>\nCUIGY/A SPANISH OFFICER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">arnaldo4455</a><br>\nBRISSAILLE/THE SENTINEL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nTHE DOORKEEPER/FIRST POET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8000">calebkuester</a><br>\nFIRST LACKEY/SECOND POET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nSECOND LACKEY/THIRD POET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nTHE BORE/FOURTH POET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6817">readbyme</a><br>\nTHE PORTER/SECOND PASTRY-COOK: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8565">patrickjeaton</a><br>\nTHE BURGHER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4267">rf</a><br>\nTHE YOUNG MAN [BURGHER'S SON]/THE MUSKETEER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9116">dotandtittle</a><br>\nTHE PICKPOCKET/FIFTH POET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">dlolso21</a><br>\nA SPECTATOR: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nA GUARDSMAN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9439">takenote61</a><br>\nTHE FRIAR/GAZETTEER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008">Trevedhek</a><br>\nTHIRD PASTRY-COOK/FIRST PAGE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Tortilla</a><br>\nFOURTH PASTRY-COOK/SECOND PAGE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">LydiaCW</a><br>\nFIFTH PASTRY-COOK/THIRD PAGE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">lezer</a><br>\nROXANE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">musicalheart1</a><br>\nSISTER MARTHA/FIRST ACTRESS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6947">hggarrett</a><br>\nLISE/SISTER CLAIRE/SECOND ACTRESS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">JoFriday21</a><br>\nTHE BUFFET-GIRL/FIRST CHILD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>\nTHE DUENNA/MOTHER MARGUERITE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">gloriana</a><br>\nTHIRD ACTRESS/FIRST SISTER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">SweetPea</a><br>\nTHE SHOP-GIRL/SECOND CHILD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">ShiNeko</a><br>\nA MAN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9337">Bassaga</a><br>\nFIRST TROOPER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman</a><br>\nSECOND TROOPER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nA LADY/SECOND SISTER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\nTHE COOK/FIRST VIOLIN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">musicalheart1</a><br>\n |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/cyrano-de-bergerac-by-edmond-rostand/ |
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| 6853 |
6794 |
7383 |
Anne of the Island (version 4) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
The third book in the Anne of Green Gables series accompanies beloved redhead Anne Shirley to Redmond College. Here Anne receives numerous proposals, befriends a mangled but determined pussy cat, and sets up housekeeping with her chums in the dearest little cottage imaginable. Gilbert Blythe persists in courting her, but Anne soon sends him packing. Poor Gilbert doesn't seem to stand a chance when the dashing man of Anne's dreams appears out of nowhere....(Summary by Sweet Pea) <p></p>\nProof-listeners: Eden Rea-Hedrick and Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-version-4-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
third book anne green gables series accompanies beloved redhead anne shirley redmond college anne receives numerous proposals befriends mangled determined pussy cat sets housekeeping chums dearest little cottage imaginable gilbert blythe persists courting her anne soon sends packing poor gilbert seem stand chance dashing man anne s dreams appears nowhere summary sweet pea p p proof listeners eden rea hedrick beth thomas p |
| 6854 |
6795 |
7384 |
Handbook of Nature-Study, Part 1 |
Anna Botsford Comstock |
Science, Nature |
Handbook of Nature-Study was written by Anna Botsford Comstock during an era of growing societal concern for man's treatment of the natural world. Out of this concern grew the nature study movement which sought to teach science to school children (and others) through direct observation of nature by the students themselves instead of by the study of nature books. The book is written as a guide for teachers instructing their classes in nature study and includes a wealth of information about plants, animals, the earth, and the sky along with suggestions for guiding students in their observations. Today, both students and teachers will find the clear, uncomplicated but detailed descriptions of the natural world fascinating and educationally inspiring.<br><br>This recording includes Part I, The Teaching of Nature-Study and Part II, Animal Life, Chapter I, Bird Study. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/handbook-of-nature-study-part-1-by-anna-botsford-comstock/ |
handbook nature study written anna botsford comstock era growing societal concern man s treatment natural world concern grew nature study movement sought teach science school children and others direct observation nature students instead study nature books book written guide teachers instructing classes nature study includes wealth information plants animals earth sky along suggestions guiding students observations today students teachers find clear uncomplicated detailed descriptions natural world fascinating educationally inspiring br br this recording includes part i teaching nature study part ii animal life chapter i bird study summary jill engle p |
| 6855 |
6796 |
7385 |
Annie Besant |
Annie Besant |
*Non-fiction, Atheism & Agnosticism |
In her autobiography, Annie Besant poignantly writes of her search for the truth of what she believed in, leaving Christianity behind to embrace Atheism, and ultimately finding her peace in Theosophy, which she became interested in after meeting Helena Blavatsky. She moved to India to better study Theosophical ideas and this is where she made her home until her death. She was a gifted orator and writer, often speaking and writing on her religious beliefs, as well as women's rights and social reform. Along with Charles Bradlaugh, she published a paper in support of birth control. It proved to be so controversial for the times that it led to a court trial.</p>\n\nAnnie Besant was a remarkable woman, suffering much for her beliefs but steadfastly continuing on in her pursuit in spite of it. [summary by Laura Victoria]</p>\n |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/annie-besant-by-annie-besant/ |
autobiography annie besant poignantly writes search truth believed in leaving christianity behind embrace atheism ultimately finding peace theosophy became interested meeting helena blavatsky moved india better study theosophical ideas made home death gifted orator writer often speaking writing religious beliefs well women s rights social reform along charles bradlaugh published paper support birth control proved controversial times led court trial p annie besant remarkable woman suffering much beliefs steadfastly continuing pursuit spite it summary laura victoria p |
| 6856 |
6797 |
7386 |
Smoke Upon Your Altar Dies |
Rudyard Kipling |
Fantastic Fiction, Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Smoke Upon Your Altar Dies by Rudyard Kipling. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 6, 2013.<br><br>Joseph Rudyard Kipling was an English short-story writer, poet, and novelist chiefly remembered for his tales and poems of British soldiers in India, and his tales for children. Kilping was one of the most popular writers in England, in both prose and verse, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1907 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, making him the first English-language writer to receive the prize, and to date he remains its youngest recipient. Among other honours, he was sounded out for the British Poet Laureateship and on several occasions for a knighthood, all of which he declined. (Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-smoke-upon-your-altar-dies-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings smoke upon altar dies rudyard kipling weekly poetry project january 6 2013 br br joseph rudyard kipling english short story writer poet novelist chiefly remembered tales poems british soldiers india tales children kilping one popular writers england prose verse late 19th early 20th centuries 1907 awarded nobel prize literature making first english language writer receive prize date remains youngest recipient among honours sounded british poet laureateship several occasions knighthood declined summary wikipedia p |
| 6857 |
6798 |
7387 |
Gods of Mars - (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
In this second volume of the Barsoom series, John Carter returns to Mars to learn that his heroic effort to salvage the atmosphere plant saved the planet's inhabitants, but he finds himself in the land of the dead. Luck restores his friends and even his son to him, and with them he escapes his imprisonment after unmasking (but not deposing) the cruel "goddess" Issus. He finds the Martians unready, however, to fling off their ancient religion and face the frightful truth of what "eternal peace" awaits those who make the voluntary pilgrimage to the Valley Dor. Worse, his wife's father and grandfather have failed to return from searching for him, and his wife in despair has taken the fatal pilgrimage down the River Iss. In their absence his worst enemy has seized power, and since John Carter has committed the unforgivable crime of returning from the land of the dead, all agree—for different reasons and with different intentions—that he must return to it. (Summary by T. A. Copeland) <p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-gods-of-mars-version-2-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
second volume barsoom series john carter returns mars learn heroic effort salvage atmosphere plant saved planet s inhabitants finds land dead luck restores friends even son him escapes imprisonment unmasking but deposing cruel goddess issus finds martians unready however fling ancient religion face frightful truth eternal peace awaits make voluntary pilgrimage valley dor worse wife s father grandfather failed return searching him wife despair taken fatal pilgrimage river iss absence worst enemy seized power since john carter committed unforgivable crime returning land dead agree for different reasons different intentions that must return it summary t a copeland p |
| 6858 |
6799 |
7388 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 018 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 018: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-018-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 018 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 6859 |
6800 |
7389 |
Tim Bobbin: A View of the Lancashire Dialect |
Various |
Humorous Fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs |
<br />A comic dialogue written in John Collier's idiosyncratic version of the 18th century South Lancashire dialect together with a collection of 19th century texts on Collier and his work. Egged on by Meary (Mary), Tummus (Thomas) recounts the series of misadventures that ensue when he makes a trip to Rochdale on an errand for his master. First published in 1746, the text grew over subsequent editions as Collier expanded the story, added a preface in which he berates publishers who had pirated his work, and inflated and amended his glossary. The text read here is the final version of the preface, dialogue and glossary, which appeared in an 1862 edition of Collier's works. <br /><br />Collier's texts are followed by several accounts of Collier's life and commentaries on his work, Elijah Riding's 1860 'plain English' translation of the Tummus and Meary text, and three poems set at Collier's graveside in Rochdale. (Summary by Phil Benson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/tim-bobbin-a-view-of-the-lancashire-dialect/ |
br a comic dialogue written john collier s idiosyncratic version 18th century south lancashire dialect together collection 19th century texts collier work egged meary mary tummus thomas recounts series misadventures ensue makes trip rochdale errand master first published 1746 text grew subsequent editions collier expanded story added preface berates publishers pirated work inflated amended glossary text read final version preface dialogue glossary appeared 1862 edition collier s works br br collier s texts followed several accounts collier s life commentaries work elijah riding s 1860 plain english translation tummus meary text three poems set collier s graveside rochdale summary phil benson br br |
| 6860 |
6801 |
7390 |
Memory: How to Develop, Train and Use It |
William Walker Atkinson |
*Non-fiction, Psychology, Science |
An in-depth series of chapters devoted to the use of our memory system; as the title suggests, how to develop our memory system, how to train it to improve it, and how to make the best use of it in our everyday lives, and to improve our positions in life. This is not intended to be a series of chapters to impress friends and colleagues, nor to play 'tricks' on others, rather it is for the betterment of individuals in whatever walk of life in which they may be involved by training and using their memory toward that end. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/memory-how-to-develop-train-and-use-it-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
in depth series chapters devoted use memory system title suggests develop memory system train improve it make best use everyday lives improve positions life intended series chapters impress friends colleagues play tricks others rather betterment individuals whatever walk life may involved training using memory toward end summary roger melin p |
| 6861 |
6802 |
7391 |
Lady Baltimore |
Owen Wister |
General Fiction, Romance |
Augustus visits King's Port, South Carolina, at the request of his Aunt Carola, and at her expense. She wants him to research geneaologies and records to find proof that he is descended from royalty so that he can join her exclusive club, the Colonial Society. While there, he becomes involved in a love affair between John Mayrant and Eliza La Heu. (Summary by Lois Hill)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/lady-baltimore-by-owen-wister/ |
augustus visits king s port south carolina request aunt carola expense wants research geneaologies records find proof descended royalty join exclusive club colonial society there becomes involved love affair john mayrant eliza la heu summary lois hill p |
| 6862 |
6803 |
7392 |
Descent of Man and Other Stories |
Edith Wharton |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Short Stories |
This collection of ten stories, first published in 1904, shows Edith Wharton dissecting some of the customs, habits and vagaries of courtship and marriage, particularly as practiced in the upper reaches of New York society at the turn of the twentieth century (two stories, however, are set in Italy). Fidelity is only one problem; others may arise from the machinations and emotions of the protagonists or outsiders. Wharton handles the questions with her usual gentle (and sometimes not so gentle) irony and curiosity about human behavior. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-descent-of-man-and-other-stories-by-edith-wharton/ |
collection ten stories first published 1904 shows edith wharton dissecting customs habits vagaries courtship marriage particularly practiced upper reaches new york society turn twentieth century two stories however set italy fidelity one problem others may arise machinations emotions protagonists outsiders wharton handles questions usual gentle and sometimes gentle irony curiosity human behavior summary nicholas clifford p |
| 6863 |
6804 |
7393 |
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Le Gallienne) - Version 2 |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry, Ancient |
One of the greatest works of poetry in history, this lyric poem presents the deep feelings and emotions of the poet on subjects such as life, death, love, God and destiny. (Summary by Michael Armenta)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-by-omar-khayyam/ |
one greatest works poetry history lyric poem presents deep feelings emotions poet subjects life death love god destiny summary michael armenta p |
| 6864 |
6805 |
7394 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 2 Maccabees |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
The Book of 2 Machabees (more commonly rendered 2 Maccabees) is an abridgement of another work, now lost, which describes the events surrounding the defeat of Antiochus IV Epiphanes and the rededication of the Jewish temple in the 2nd Century BCE. It's canonicity (status as Holy Writ) was established later in the Christian era, and hence forms part of the deuterocanon (2nd canon). It is excluded from the Jewish bibles as well as modern Protestant bibles. The Church of England, in 1571, affirmed that 2 Machabees, as well as several other books excluded from the Protestant canon, "the Church doth read for example of life and instruction of manners; but yet doth it not apply them to establish any doctrine" (The Thirty-Nine Articles of Religion, Article VI).<br/><br/>The defeat of Antiochus IV Epiphanes is celebrated annually during the Festival of Hannukah, which is referred to prophetically in the Jewish Scriptures (Daniel 8, 11) and explicitly in the Christian Scriptures (John 10:22). (Summary by Adamski) </p> |
English |
1610 |
https://librivox.org/2-maccabees-by-douay-rheims-version-drv/ |
book 2 machabees more commonly rendered 2 maccabees abridgement another work lost describes events surrounding defeat antiochus iv epiphanes rededication jewish temple 2nd century bce canonicity status holy writ established later christian era hence forms part deuterocanon 2nd canon excluded jewish bibles well modern protestant bibles church england 1571 affirmed 2 machabees well several books excluded protestant canon the church doth read example life instruction manners yet doth apply establish doctrine the thirty nine articles religion article vi br br the defeat antiochus iv epiphanes celebrated annually festival hannukah referred prophetically jewish scriptures daniel 8 11 explicitly christian scriptures john 10 22 summary adamski p |
| 6865 |
6806 |
7395 |
Gullivers Rejser |
Jonathan Swift |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Satire |
Denne udgivelse af Gullivers Rejser indeholder 1. bog - Rejse til Lilliput og 2. bog - Rejse til Brobdingnag kæmpernes land. Oprindeligt tæller Gullivers Rejser flere bøger, men det er kun de to første, der er udgivet på dansk. <br>\nJonathan Swift beskriver i nøje detaljer sine rejser, dette som en parodi på rejsebeskrivelsen som genre. Skønt Gullivers Rejser i Danmark er udgivet som børnebog, er den ikke kun en fantasifuld fortælling, men også et samfundssatirisk spejlbillede af datidens England. (Summary by Lulularsen)</p> |
Danish |
1726 |
https://librivox.org/gullivers-rejser-by-jonathan-swift/ |
denne udgivelse af gullivers rejser indeholder 1 bog rejse til lilliput og 2 bog rejse til brobdingnag kæmpernes land oprindeligt tæller gullivers rejser flere bøger men det er kun de første der er udgivet på dansk br jonathan swift beskriver nøje detaljer sine rejser dette som en parodi på rejsebeskrivelsen som genre skønt gullivers rejser danmark er udgivet som børnebog er den ikke kun en fantasifuld fortælling men også et samfundssatirisk spejlbillede af datidens england summary lulularsen p |
| 6866 |
6807 |
7396 |
Lesser Hippias |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
This work may not be by Plato, or his entirely, but Jowett has offered his sublime translation, and seems to lean towards including it in the canon. Socrates tempted by irony to deflate the pretentious know-it-all Hippias, an arrogant polymath, appears to follow humour more than honour in this short dialogue. (Summary by Kevin Johnson) </p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/lesser-hippias-by-plato/ |
work may plato entirely jowett offered sublime translation seems lean towards including canon socrates tempted irony deflate pretentious know it all hippias arrogant polymath appears follow humour honour short dialogue summary kevin johnson p |
| 6867 |
6808 |
7397 |
Tunnel Under The World |
Frederik Pohl |
Science Fiction |
This famous Pohl story explores cybernetic robots and implanted personalities in a way that certainly expanded my way of looking at reality. Is that wall really real? or is it just kinda, sorta real? And who am I? The protagonist, Guy Burckhardt, wakes up screaming from a horrible dream of explosions, searing fire, choking gas and other terrible ways to die. But he wakes up so it must have been just a bad nightmare, right? To find out that piece of information you will need to listen to this inventive and scary story. (summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-tunnel-under-the-world-by-frederik-pohl/ |
famous pohl story explores cybernetic robots implanted personalities way certainly expanded way looking reality wall really real kinda sorta real i protagonist guy burckhardt wakes screaming horrible dream explosions searing fire choking gas terrible ways die wakes must bad nightmare right find piece information need listen inventive scary story summary phil chenevert p |
| 6868 |
6809 |
7398 |
Culture and Anarchy |
Matthew Arnold |
Essays & Short Works, Modern |
Culture and Anarchy is a series of periodical essays by Matthew Arnold, first published in Cornhill Magazine 1867-68 and collected as a book in 1869. The preface was added in 1875. Arnold's famous piece of writing on culture established his High Victorian cultural agenda which remained dominant in debate from the 1860s until the 1950s. According to his view advanced in the book, "Culture [...] is a study of perfection". He further wrote that: "[Culture] seeks to do away with classes; to make the best that has been thought and known in the world current everywhere; to make all men live in an atmosphere of sweetness and light [...]". His often quoted phrase "[culture is] the best which has been thought and said" comes from the Preface to Culture and Anarchy: The whole scope of the essay is to recommend culture as the great help out of our present difficulties; culture being a pursuit of our total perfection by means of getting to know, on all the matters which most concern us, the best which has been thought and said in the world, and, through this knowledge, turning a stream of fresh and free thought upon our stock notions and habits, which we now follow staunchly but mechanically, vainly imagining that there is a virtue in following them staunchly which makes up for the mischief of following them mechanically. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/culture-and-anarchy-by-matthew-arnold/ |
culture anarchy series periodical essays matthew arnold first published cornhill magazine 1867 68 collected book 1869 preface added 1875 arnold s famous piece writing culture established high victorian cultural agenda remained dominant debate 1860s 1950s according view advanced book culture study perfection wrote that culture seeks away classes make best thought known world current everywhere make men live atmosphere sweetness light often quoted phrase culture is best thought said comes preface culture anarchy whole scope essay recommend culture great help present difficulties culture pursuit total perfection means getting know matters concern us best thought said world and knowledge turning stream fresh free thought upon stock notions habits follow staunchly mechanically vainly imagining virtue following staunchly makes mischief following mechanically summary wikipedia p |
| 6869 |
6810 |
7399 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 048 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science Fiction is speculative literature that generally explores the consequences of ideas which are roughly consistent with nature and scientific method, but are not facts of the author’s contemporary world. The stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented in entertaining ways. Protagonists typically "think" rather than "shoot" their way out of problems, but the definition is flexible because there are no limits on an author's imagination. The reader-selected stories presented here were written prior to 1962 and became US public domain texts when their copyrights expired. (Summary by Gregg Margarite) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-048-by-various/ |
science fiction speculative literature generally explores consequences ideas roughly consistent nature scientific method facts author s contemporary world stories often represent philosophical thought experiments presented entertaining ways protagonists typically think rather shoot way problems definition flexible limits author s imagination reader selected stories presented written prior 1962 became us public domain texts copyrights expired summary gregg margarite p |
| 6870 |
6818 |
7407 |
Long Poems Collection 008 |
Various |
Poetry |
LibriVox’s Long Poems Collection 008: a collection of 14 public-domain poems longer than 10 minutes in length.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-poems-collection-008-by-various/ |
librivox s long poems collection 008 collection 14 public domain poems longer 10 minutes length p |
| 6871 |
6811 |
7400 |
Ruth Fielding at Briarwood Hall |
Alice B. Emerson |
Action & Adventure, School |
In this, the second book of the Ruth Fielding series, Ruth goes to boarding school with her best friend Helen. When they get there, Ruth starts her own sorority called the SweetBriars for the new girls. Her sweet group of girls conflicts with the two other sororities the Upedes and the Fussy Curls. In the midst of settling in to the new place, there is a campus rumor about a legend of the marble harp playing ominously at night. But when the French teacher is in a fright, will Ruth be able to solve this mystery?<br><br>The Ruth Fielding series has influenced several other major series that came later, including Nancy Drew, the Dana Girls, and Beverly Gray. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett and Kimberly Krause)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/ruth-fielding-at-briarwood-hall-by-alice-b-emerson/ |
this second book ruth fielding series ruth goes boarding school best friend helen get there ruth starts sorority called sweetbriars new girls sweet group girls conflicts two sororities upedes fussy curls midst settling new place campus rumor legend marble harp playing ominously night french teacher fright ruth able solve mystery br br the ruth fielding series influenced several major series came later including nancy drew dana girls beverly gray summary charlotte duckett kimberly krause p |
| 6872 |
6812 |
7401 |
Abominations of Modern Society |
Thomas De Witt Talmage |
Christianity - Commentary |
The title gives an accurate description of the book! It is full of old and forgotten words and phrases, Amusing at times, but addressing the problems mentioned in the chapter titles in detail. The troubles of his times are the same as today's, and Rev. Talmage does a marvelous job going through each one individually.\nSummary by fiddlesticks |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-abominations-of-modern-society-by-thomas-dewitt-talmage/ |
title gives accurate description book full old forgotten words phrases amusing times addressing problems mentioned chapter titles detail troubles times today s rev talmage marvelous job going one individually summary fiddlesticks |
| 6873 |
6813 |
7402 |
Raven and Other Poems |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
"Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, As of some one gently rapping — rapping at my chamber door. "Tis some visitor," I muttered, "tapping at my chamber door — Only this and nothing more."". Those sonorous and somber words of Edgar Allan Poe that begin The Raven are part of most everyone's fond educational memories. Beautiful and haunting to hear and even more fun to read aloud. In this recording I have just attempted to express my enjoyment of the beauty in some favorite Poe poems. Beside The Raven, there are Alone; A Dream Within A Dream; Annabel Lee; City In the Sea; The Bells; A Dream Within a Dream; Annabel Lee; Dreamland; Evening Star; Lenore; Eldorado; A Valentine and "The Happiest Day". Hopefully listeners will enjoy hearing them half as much as I enjoyed the selfish pleasure of recording them. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-raven-and-other-poems-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
once upon midnight dreary pondered weak weary many quaint curious volume forgotten lore while nodded nearly napping suddenly came tapping one gently rapping rapping chamber door tis visitor muttered tapping chamber door nothing more sonorous somber words edgar allan poe begin raven part everyone s fond educational memories beautiful haunting hear even fun read aloud recording attempted express enjoyment beauty favorite poe poems beside raven alone dream within dream annabel lee city sea bells dream within dream annabel lee dreamland evening star lenore eldorado valentine the happiest day hopefully listeners enjoy hearing half much enjoyed selfish pleasure recording them summary phil chenevert p |
| 6874 |
6814 |
7403 |
alte Haus |
Friedrich Gerstäcker |
Fantastic Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Es ist nicht geheuer in dem alten Haus nebenan, davon sind die Dienstboten im Hause Hechner fest überzeugt und auch im Städtchen gehen wunderliche Geschichten um von Lichtern in der Nacht und dem alten Herrn Quetzlinberger, der dort schon seit wohl 100 Jahren seine einsame Wacht halten soll. Manch einer möchte wohl gerne einmal einen Blick riskieren hinter die gelben Seidengardinen, doch das Haus ist verschlossen und versiegelt, denn schon lange streiten die Erben um das Haus und das hinterlassene Vermögen.\nEinzig die kleine Marie Hechner ist einmal durch die Verbindungstür im Treppenhaus des Hechnerschen Hauses nach nebenan geschlüpft und hat wunderliche Dinge dort gesehen. Oder war das alles nur ein Äthertraum?\nJahre später, als das Erlebnis fast vergessen ist, nähert sich der Prozess um das Quetzlinbergersche Erbe seinem Höhepunkt. Der junge Herr Schierling soll sich als Haupterbe legitimieren. Gastfreundlich wird er von Familie Hechner aufgenommen, doch Marie kann es kaum fassen, als sie in ihm Gundelrebe aus ihrem Traum, einen der geisterhaften Bewohner des alten Hauses erkennt.\nSein Hauptgegner in dem Prozess ist Doktor Hetzelhofer, der mit seiner Schwester, einer Freundin Maries, und seinem Famulus Schwiebus gegenüber dem verschlossenen Haus wohnt. Schwiebus' freundliches Wesen bildet einen krassen Gegensatz zu den grausigen fantastischen Geschichten, die er manchmal erzählt. Auch er scheint eine Verbindung zu dem alten Haus zu haben.\n\nAls hätte E.T.A. Hoffmann eine Fortsetzung zu Bulemanns Haus geschrieben.\n(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/das-alte-haus-by-friedrich-gerstacker/ |
es ist nicht geheuer dem alten haus nebenan davon sind die dienstboten im hause hechner fest überzeugt und auch im städtchen gehen wunderliche geschichten um von lichtern der nacht und dem alten herrn quetzlinberger der dort schon seit wohl 100 jahren seine einsame wacht halten soll manch einer möchte wohl gerne einmal einen blick riskieren hinter die gelben seidengardinen doch das haus ist verschlossen und versiegelt denn schon lange streiten die erben um das haus und das hinterlassene vermögen einzig die kleine marie hechner ist einmal durch die verbindungstür im treppenhaus des hechnerschen hauses nach nebenan geschlüpft und hat wunderliche dinge dort gesehen oder war das alles nur ein äthertraum jahre später als das erlebnis fast vergessen ist nähert sich der prozess um das quetzlinbergersche erbe seinem höhepunkt der junge herr schierling soll sich als haupterbe legitimieren gastfreundlich wird er von familie hechner aufgenommen doch marie kann es kaum fassen als sie ihm gundelrebe aus ihrem traum einen der geisterhaften bewohner des alten hauses erkennt sein hauptgegner dem prozess ist doktor hetzelhofer der mit seiner schwester einer freundin maries und seinem famulus schwiebus gegenüber dem verschlossenen haus wohnt schwiebus freundliches wesen bildet einen krassen gegensatz zu den grausigen fantastischen geschichten die er manchmal erzählt auch er scheint eine verbindung zu dem alten haus zu haben als hätte e t a hoffmann eine fortsetzung zu bulemanns haus geschrieben zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 6875 |
6815 |
7404 |
生まれいずる悩み (Umareizuru Nayami) |
Takeo Arishima |
General Fiction |
北海道の岩内に住む漁師、木本は、画家になることを望み、札幌に住む語り手を尋ねて、自分の画を見せた。そして10年後、再び吹雪の中を語り手を尋ねる。木本は、実在の画家、木田金次郎をモデルとしています。漁船の遭難シーンは、すごい迫力です。<br><br>\nA fisherman, who lives in Iwanai, Hokkaido, wishes to be a painter. He sends his works to a writer who then writes about his life. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/umareizuru-nayami-by-takeo-arishima/ |
北海道の岩内に住む漁師 木本は 画家になることを望み 札幌に住む語り手を尋ねて 自分の画を見せた そして10年後 再び吹雪の中を語り手を尋ねる 木本は 実在の画家 木田金次郎をモデルとしています 漁船の遭難シーンは すごい迫力です br br fisherman lives iwanai hokkaido wishes painter sends works writer writes life summary ekzemplaro p |
| 6876 |
6816 |
7405 |
Novelas Cortas de Asensi |
Julia de Asensi |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Julia de Asensi y Laiglesia (Madrid, 4 de mayo de 1859 - 1921) fue una escritora, periodista y traductora española. En esta obra se contienen trece breves novelas. (Introducción por Tux)<p> |
Spanish |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/novelas-cortas-de-asensi-by-julia-de-asensi/ |
julia de asensi laiglesia madrid 4 de mayo de 1859 1921 fue una escritora periodista traductora española en esta obra se contienen trece breves novelas introducción por tux p |
| 6877 |
6819 |
7408 |
January |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of January by Helen Hunt Jackson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 13, 2013.<br><br>Helen Maria Hunt Jackson, born Helen Fiske was an Amewrican writer and activist for the improvement of treatment of the Native Americans by the U.S. government. Her books A Century of Dishonor and Ramona both attracted considerable attention to her cause. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/january-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings january helen hunt jackson weekly poetry project january 13 2013 br br helen maria hunt jackson born helen fiske amewrican writer activist improvement treatment native americans u s government books century dishonor ramona attracted considerable attention cause summary david lawrence p |
| 6878 |
6820 |
7409 |
Mark Twain’s Journal Writings, Volume 2 |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Short Stories |
This second collection of essays by Mark Twain is a good example of the diversity of subject matter about which he wrote. As with the essays in Volume 1, many first appeared alone, in magazines or newspapers, before being printed as chapters of his larger works, while others were taken from larger works and reprinted in collections of essays. On top of being prolific, Mark Twain was a very successful marketer of his works. Volume 2 contains the following works: 1.) "A Curious Experience" - 1892 2.) "The Heart of a Humorist" - 1900 3.) “How Tom Sawyer Got His Fence Whitewashed”- 1876 4.) "Jim Smiley's Frog" - 1870 5.) "Luck" - 1891 6.) “A Dog’s Tale” - 1904 7.) "Lost in the Snow" - 1888 8.) "Mark Twain on Overspeeding" - 1908 9.) "A Medieval Romance" 1907 (Summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-journal-writings-volume-2-by-mark-twain/ |
second collection essays mark twain good example diversity subject matter wrote essays volume 1 many first appeared alone magazines newspapers printed chapters larger works others taken larger works reprinted collections essays top prolific mark twain successful marketer works volume 2 contains following works 1 a curious experience 1892 2 the heart humorist 1900 3 how tom sawyer got fence whitewashed 1876 4 jim smiley s frog 1870 5 luck 1891 6 a dog s tale 1904 7 lost snow 1888 8 mark twain overspeeding 1908 9 a medieval romance 1907 summary john greenman p |
| 6879 |
6821 |
7410 |
Chronicles of Count Antonio |
Anthony Hope |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
How it fell out that Count Antonio, a man of high lineage, forsook the service of his Prince, disdained the obligation of his rank, set law at naught, and did what seemed indeed in his own eyes to be good but was held by many to be nothing other than the work of a rebel and a brigand. Yet, although it is by these names that men often speak of him, they love his memory; and I also, Ambrose the Franciscan, having gathered diligently all that I could come by in the archives of the city or from the lips of aged folk, have learned to love it in some sort. A tale that lovers must read in pride and sorrow, and, if this be not too high a hope, that princes may study for profit and for warning. (Summary by Anthony Hope)<br><br>This project was proof listened by Eden Rea-Hedrick and Theresa L. Downey<br><br> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-count-antonio-by-anthony-hope/ |
fell count antonio man high lineage forsook service prince disdained obligation rank set law naught seemed indeed eyes good held many nothing work rebel brigand yet although names men often speak him love memory also ambrose franciscan gathered diligently could come archives city lips aged folk learned love sort tale lovers must read pride sorrow and high hope princes may study profit warning summary anthony hope br br this project proof listened eden rea hedrick theresa l downey br br |
| 6880 |
6822 |
7411 |
Australaise |
C. J. Dennis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 recordings of The Austra--laise by C.J.Dennis. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 13, 2013.<br><br>THE AUSTRALAISE is a poem composed by C.J. Dennis, widely considered to the poet laureate of vernacular verse in Australia. It first appeared in his collection, Backblock Ballads and Other Verses, the first edition of which was published in 1913. A source from which Dennis drew inspiration was W.T. Goodge's poem The Great Australian Adjective, which first appeared in the Bulletin in 1898.<br><br>Designed to be sung to the tune of Onward Christian Soldiers, this poem features two prominent aspects of Australian literature - profanity and patriotism. While the profanity is extremely mild today's standards, the poem is still extremely appealing because of Dennis' mocking subversion of the grandiloquence that characterizes most national anthems.(Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-austra-laise-by-c-j-dennis/ |
librivox volunteers bring 6 recordings austra laise c j dennis fortnightly poetry project january 13 2013 br br the australaise poem composed c j dennis widely considered poet laureate vernacular verse australia first appeared collection backblock ballads verses first edition published 1913 source dennis drew inspiration w t goodge s poem great australian adjective first appeared bulletin 1898 br br designed sung tune onward christian soldiers poem features two prominent aspects australian literature profanity patriotism profanity extremely mild today s standards poem still extremely appealing dennis mocking subversion grandiloquence characterizes national anthems summary algy pug p |
| 6881 |
6823 |
7412 |
Eyes Of The World |
Harold Bell Wright |
Published 1900 onward |
The Eyes of the World was the Best Selling Book for 1914 according to Publisher's Weekly. The novel explores what Harold Bell Wright views as the false world of artists, writers, critics, and their wealthy patrons. Two of the main characters are the famous author, Conrad LaGrange and Aaron King, an aspiring artist. LaGrange regretfully describes his writings as “filthy stories in good English” and feels he has sold his soul to become successful. While in California, recovering from a physical breakdown, he befriends Aaron King whose mother he knew when he was a boy. Lagrange serves as counselor to the young man, for he knows the pitfalls of success from his own experience. (Summary by Tom Weiss) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-eyes-of-the-world-by-harold-bell-wright/ |
eyes world best selling book 1914 according publisher s weekly novel explores harold bell wright views false world artists writers critics wealthy patrons two main characters famous author conrad lagrange aaron king aspiring artist lagrange regretfully describes writings filthy stories good english feels sold soul become successful california recovering physical breakdown befriends aaron king whose mother knew boy lagrange serves counselor young man knows pitfalls success experience summary tom weiss p |
| 6882 |
6824 |
7413 |
Coquette, Or The History of Eliza Wharton |
Hannah Webster Foster |
Epistolary Fiction, Published before 1800 |
The classic early American epistolary novel about the seduction and ruin of a passionate young woman. Based on the true story of Elizabeth Whitman, whose lonesome death in childbirth in a Connecticut inn sparked widespread discussion and outrage, the novel went through many editions and innumerable printings in the century after its initial publication in 1797. (Summary by Jon Miller)</p> |
English |
1797 |
https://librivox.org/the-coquette-or-the-history-of-eliza-wharton-by-hannah-webster-foster/ |
classic early american epistolary novel seduction ruin passionate young woman based true story elizabeth whitman whose lonesome death childbirth connecticut inn sparked widespread discussion outrage novel went many editions innumerable printings century initial publication 1797 summary jon miller p |
| 6883 |
7460 |
8068 |
Our Knowledge Box |
George Blackie |
*Non-fiction |
This practical guide to solving all sorts of problems includes secrets and discoveries covering the Liquor Trade, Druggists' Aids, Manufacturing Hints, Toiletries and Perfumeries, Hunting and Trapping, the Fine Arts and Sciences, Farming Techniques, Confectioners' Hints, and Valuable Miscellaneous Recipes for the Household and Every Day Requirements. (Introduction by Bill Boerst)<p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/our-knowledge-box-by-george-blackie/ |
practical guide solving sorts problems includes secrets discoveries covering liquor trade druggists aids manufacturing hints toiletries perfumeries hunting trapping fine arts sciences farming techniques confectioners hints valuable miscellaneous recipes household every day requirements introduction bill boerst p |
| 6884 |
6825 |
7414 |
Sermons on Several Occasions, First Series |
John Wesley |
Literary Collections, Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
John Wesley, along with his brother Charles, are credited with founding the Methodist denomination. "The following Sermons contain the substance of what I have been preaching for between eight and nine years last past. Every serious man who peruses these, will therefore see, in the clearest manner, what these doctrines are which I embrace and teach as the essentials of true religion." This first series contains sermons concerning the way to heaven. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1747 |
https://librivox.org/sermons-on-several-occasions-first-series-by-john-wesley/ |
john wesley along brother charles credited founding methodist denomination the following sermons contain substance preaching eight nine years last past every serious man peruses these therefore see clearest manner doctrines embrace teach essentials true religion first series contains sermons concerning way heaven summary triciag p |
| 6885 |
6826 |
7415 |
Letters of a Post-Impressionist |
Vincent Van Gogh |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture, Letters |
“Being the Familiar Correspondence of Vincent Van Gogh ... [Van Gogh's] art was appreciated during his life only by a very few and it is but within recent years that it has found admirers who in many cases have been most ardently enthusiastic. Of the following letters, some were addressed to his brother and the remainder to his friend E. Bernard. (Summary from Preface) <p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-a-post-impressionist-by-vincent-van-gogh/ |
being familiar correspondence vincent van gogh van gogh s art appreciated life within recent years found admirers many cases ardently enthusiastic following letters addressed brother remainder friend e bernard summary preface p |
| 6886 |
6827 |
7416 |
Protagoras |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Jowett, in his always informative introduction, sees this dialogue as transitional between the early and middle dialogues. Socrates meets with Protagoras and other sophists and pursues his inquiry into virtue. The dialectic brings the thinkers to a surprising ending. Socrates narrates this dialogue. (Summary by Kevin Johnson )</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/protagoras-by-plato/ |
jowett always informative introduction sees dialogue transitional early middle dialogues socrates meets protagoras sophists pursues inquiry virtue dialectic brings thinkers surprising ending socrates narrates dialogue summary kevin johnson p |
| 6887 |
6828 |
7417 |
Smoky God or a Voyage to the Inner World |
Willis George Emerson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction |
The Smoky God, or A Voyage Journey to the Inner Earth is the narrative of an aged Norwegian sailor compelled before he dies to tell the story of how he found a passageway to the center of the earth and discovered a world peopled with giants. (Summary by A. Gramour).</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-smoky-god-or-a-voyage-journey-to-the-inner-earth-by-willis-george-emerson/ |
smoky god voyage journey inner earth narrative aged norwegian sailor compelled dies tell story found passageway center earth discovered world peopled giants summary a gramour p |
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6829 |
7418 |
Food Values |
Dr. Albert Philip Sy |
Science, Self-Help |
A short pamphlet from WWI, a sequel of sorts to "Food Preparedness." It first describes basic nutrition and things to consider when choosing what foods to eat, then lists various foods and their amount of calories, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, water, and "ash". This was written before much was known about fat soluble vitamins or saturated vs. unsaturated fats. (Summary by TriciaG)</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/food-values-by-dr-albert-philip-sy/ |
short pamphlet wwi sequel sorts food preparedness first describes basic nutrition things consider choosing foods eat lists various foods amount calories carbohydrates fats proteins water ash written much known fat soluble vitamins saturated vs unsaturated fats summary triciag p |
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6830 |
7419 |
Turn of the Screw (version 2) |
Henry James |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Henry James' classic ghost story comprises the written testimony of a young governess, charged with looking after two small children at an isolated country estate, who believes they are being haunted. As the story progresses, the governess' increasingly frenetic narration provokes the question: is she insane, or are the ghosts real? (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-turn-of-the-screw-version-2-by-henry-james/ |
henry james classic ghost story comprises written testimony young governess charged looking two small children isolated country estate believes haunted story progresses governess increasingly frenetic narration provokes question insane ghosts real summary elizabeth klett p |
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7420 |
Lent van vaerzen |
Louis Couperus |
Single author |
In 1884 wordt dit eerste werk van Louis Couperus gepubliceerd. In deze verzen krijgen we een voorproefje van de dromerige en poëtische stijl die we in zijn latere prozawerken tegenkomen. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders.</p> |
Dutch |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/een-lent-van-vaerzen-van-louis-couperus/ |
1884 wordt dit eerste werk van louis couperus gepubliceerd deze verzen krijgen een voorproefje van de dromerige en poëtische stijl die zijn latere prozawerken tegenkomen samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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6832 |
7421 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 20 - Adventurers of the Far North |
Stephen Leacock |
Modern (19th C), Exploration |
This is volume 20 of <a href="http://librivox.org/chronicles-of-canada-series-menu/">The Chronicles of Canada series</a>. This volume describes the explorers who braved the Canadian Arctic in search of the Northwest Passage, focusing on Samuel Hearne, Sir Alexander Mackenzie, and Sir John Franklin. (Summary by TriciaG)<br/><br/> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/adventurers-of-the-far-north-by-stephen-leacock/ |
volume 20 a href http librivox org chronicles of canada series menu the chronicles canada series a volume describes explorers braved canadian arctic search northwest passage focusing samuel hearne sir alexander mackenzie sir john franklin summary triciag br br |
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6833 |
7422 |
Anything You Can Do... |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
An alien crash lands on Earth, and for ten years terrorizes the planet, hiding, periodically killing and eating people and stealing materials for some unknown purpose. The only hope is Bart Stanton, a medically-engineered superman, designed for the sole purpose of confronting the “Nipe”. (Summary by Mark Nelson) <p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/anything-you-can-do-by-randall-garrett/ |
alien crash lands earth ten years terrorizes planet hiding periodically killing eating people stealing materials unknown purpose hope bart stanton medically engineered superman designed sole purpose confronting nipe summary mark nelson p |
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9584 |
10219 |
Mentor: Famous English Poets |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is Vol. 1, No. 44, Serial No. 44 of The Mentor, published in 1913.\n\nThis edition of the Mentor Magazine focuses on six of England's most well-known poets - Lord Byron, John Keats, Percy Shelley, William Wordsworth, Alfred Tennyson and Robert Browning. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-mentor-famous-english-poets-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
vol 1 no 44 serial no 44 mentor published 1913 edition mentor magazine focuses six england s well known poets lord byron john keats percy shelley william wordsworth alfred tennyson robert browning summary larry wilson p |
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6834 |
7423 |
Zielenschemering |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
Zielenschemering, het derde boek uit de romancyclus De Boeken der Kleine Zielen van Louis Couperus, beschrijft een volgende periode uit het leven van de familie van Lowe. Een van de hoofdpersonen is Constance's broer Gerrit, uiterlijk een blonde sterke bruut van een man, ritmeester bij de huzaren, maar hij voelt zichzelf van binnen vaak ziek en zwak. Broer Ernst, altijd al zonderling en op zichzelf, wordt nu gekweld door angstaanjagende hallucinaties. De familie overkomt de ene ellende na de andere. De familieleden reageren ieder op hun eigen manier. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)</p> |
Dutch |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/zielenschemering-van-louis-couperus/ |
zielenschemering het derde boek uit de romancyclus de boeken der kleine zielen van louis couperus beschrijft een volgende periode uit het leven van de familie van lowe een van de hoofdpersonen constance s broer gerrit uiterlijk een blonde sterke bruut van een man ritmeester bij de huzaren maar hij voelt zichzelf van binnen vaak ziek en zwak broer ernst altijd al zonderling en op zichzelf wordt nu gekweld door angstaanjagende hallucinaties de familie overkomt de ene ellende na de andere de familieleden reageren ieder op hun eigen manier samenvatting door anna simon p |
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6835 |
7424 |
Case Of The Registered Letter |
Augusta Groner |
Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
A man is found shot dead and the man to whom all evidence points insists he is innocent. (Summary by David Wales) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-the-registered-letter-by-augusta-groner/ |
man found shot dead man evidence points insists innocent summary david wales p |
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6836 |
7425 |
Komische Lyrik von Busch und Morgenstern |
Wilhelm Busch |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Satire |
Dies ist eine Auswahl von deutschen Gedichten komischer Lyrik von Wilhelm Busch und Christian Morgenstern. <br></br>This is a selection of German comical and nonsense poems. (Zusammenfassung von bettine)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/komische-lyrik-von-busch-und-morgenstern-by-various/ |
dies ist eine auswahl von deutschen gedichten komischer lyrik von wilhelm busch und christian morgenstern br br this selection german comical nonsense poems zusammenfassung von bettine p |
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6837 |
7426 |
Theologico-Political Treatise |
Benedict de Spinoza |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy, Political Science |
Written by the Dutch philosopher Baruch Spinoza, the Tractatus Theologico-Politicus or Theologico-Political Treatise was one of the most controversial texts of the early modern period. It was a preemptive defense of Spinoza's later work, Ethics, published posthumously in 1677, for which he anticipated harsh criticism. In the treatise, Spinoza put forth his most systematic critique of Judaism, and all organized religion in general. Spinoza argued that theology and philosophy must be kept separate, particularly in the reading of scripture. Whereas the goal of theology is obedience, philosophy aims at understanding rational truth. Scripture does not teach philosophy and thus cannot be made to conform with it, otherwise the meaning of scripture will be distorted. Conversely, if reason is made subservient to scripture, then, Spinoza argues, "the prejudices of a common people of long ago... will gain a hold on his understanding and darken it." He reinterpreted the belief that there were such things as prophecy, miracles, or supernatural occurrences. He argued that God acts solely by the laws of "his own nature". He rejected the view that God had a particular end game or purpose to advance in the course of events; to Spinoza, those who believed so were only creating a delusion for themselves out of fear. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-theologico-political-treatise-by-benedict-de-spinoza/ |
written dutch philosopher baruch spinoza tractatus theologico politicus theologico political treatise one controversial texts early modern period preemptive defense spinoza s later work ethics published posthumously 1677 anticipated harsh criticism treatise spinoza put forth systematic critique judaism organized religion general spinoza argued theology philosophy must kept separate particularly reading scripture whereas goal theology obedience philosophy aims understanding rational truth scripture teach philosophy thus cannot made conform it otherwise meaning scripture distorted conversely reason made subservient scripture then spinoza argues the prejudices common people long ago gain hold understanding darken it reinterpreted belief things prophecy miracles supernatural occurrences argued god acts solely laws his nature rejected view god particular end game purpose advance course events spinoza believed creating delusion fear summary wikipedia p |
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6838 |
7427 |
Covered Wagon |
Emerson Hough |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
"Look at 'em come, Jesse! More and more! Must be forty or fifty families." This is an old-fashioned adventure tale set on the Oregon Trail, just before the California Gold Rush. It is the story of a wagon train bound for the west, and the conflict which arises due to of a love triangle. Indian fights, buffalo hunts, dangerous river crossings and other dangers of the trail add to a gripping and entertaining yarn. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-covered-wagon-by-emerson-hough/ |
look em come jesse more must forty fifty families old fashioned adventure tale set oregon trail california gold rush story wagon train bound west conflict arises due love triangle indian fights buffalo hunts dangerous river crossings dangers trail add gripping entertaining yarn summary lynne thompson p |
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6839 |
7428 |
Tale of Mrs. LadyBug |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Have you ever seen a LadyBug and wondered what the cute little bug with the dots on her back was thinking? And why she seemed in such a rush? Well here is your chance to peek into her thoughts and enjoy some of her daily triumphs and disasters. "Little Mrs. Ladybug was a worker. Nobody could deny that. To be sure, she had to stop now and then to talk to her neighbors, because Mrs. Ladybug dearly loved a bit of gossip. At the same time there wasn't anyone in Pleasant Valley that helped Farmer Green more than she did. She tried her hardest to keep the trees in the orchard free from insects. Some of her less worthy neighbors were known sometimes to say with a sniff, "If Mrs. Ladybug didn't enjoy her work she wouldn't care about helping Farmer Green. If she hadn't such a big appetite she'd stop to chat even more than she does now." (Summary by the book and phil chenevert)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-mrs-ladybug-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
ever seen ladybug wondered cute little bug dots back thinking seemed rush well chance peek thoughts enjoy daily triumphs disasters little mrs ladybug worker nobody could deny that sure stop talk neighbors mrs ladybug dearly loved bit gossip time anyone pleasant valley helped farmer green did tried hardest keep trees orchard free insects less worthy neighbors known sometimes say sniff if mrs ladybug enjoy work care helping farmer green big appetite she d stop chat even now summary book phil chenevert p |
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6840 |
7429 |
Flag and the Faithful |
William J. Lampton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Flag and the Faithful by William J. Lampton. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 20, 2013.<br><br>William J. Lampton was the second cousin of Jane Clemens (the youngest of the three daughters of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain.)<br>He launched his jounalist carreer in 1877 by starting the Ashland (Kentucky) Weekly Review, with his father’s money. Lampton wrote several book, as well as humorous poems he called 'yawps'. These were printed in the New York Sun and published in Yawps and Other Things ca. 1900. (Summary taken from Wikipedia and the Mark Twain Project)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-flag-and-the-faithful-by-william-j-lampton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings flag faithful william j lampton weekly poetry project january 20 2013 br br william j lampton second cousin jane clemens the youngest three daughters samuel langhorne clemens better known pen name mark twain br he launched jounalist carreer 1877 starting ashland kentucky weekly review father s money lampton wrote several book well humorous poems called yawps printed new york sun published yawps things ca 1900 summary taken wikipedia mark twain project p |
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9585 |
10220 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2015 |
Various |
Music |
<br />This year's selection includes traditional favourites and lesser-known Christmas carols in English and French. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n<em>Bergers, qui êtes ici bas</em>, author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>A Christmas Lullaby</em>, words by John Addington Symonds (1840 - 1893); music by BookAngel7.<br />\n<em>Go Tell it on the Mountain</em>, words by John Wesley Work, Jr.(1873-1925); music African-American spiritual.<br />\n<em>Notre divin Maître</em>, author unknown, music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Saw You Never, In the Twilight?</em> words by Cecil F. Alexander (1818 - 1895); music Chartres, 15th century French melody.<br />\n<em>This Endris Night</em>, 15th century English carol; author and composer unknown; music from the 1905 English Hymnal.<br />\n<em>Quittez, pasteurs</em>, author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Yule Returns</em>, words by Rev. R. Watham; music by Vernon Bryan Crowther-Beynon (1866 - 1941).<br />\n<em>Christmas Carol No. 3</em>, words by Christina Rossetti; music by Susan Hawthorne.<br />\n<em>Cradle Hymn: Hush, My Dear, Lie Still and Slumber</em>, words by Isaac Watts (1674-1748); music traditional Welsh, arranged by Robert Bryan (1858-1920).<br />\n<em>Bergers, allons voir dans l'étable</em>, author unknown, music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>What Child is This?</em>, words by William Chatterton Dix (1837 - 1898); Music: Greensleeves 16th century English traditional, setting from <em>The Sunday School Hymnal and Service Book</em>, 1871.<br />\n<em>O Come, O Come, Emmanuel</em>, words translated from the Latin by John Mason Neale (1818 - 1866); music 15th century French.<br />\n<em>A Christmas Carol: Dry Your Tears, Ye Silent Mourners</em>, words by Lady Catherine Petre (1831 - 1882); music by Robert Lucas Pearsall (1795 - 1856).<br />\n<em>The Twelve Days of Christmas</em>, words and music traditional altered and arranged by Frederic Austin (1872 - 1952).<br />\n<em>Noël sur la circoncision</em>, author unknown, music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Unto Us Is Born a Son</em>, author unknown, from the 15th century Latin; music arranged by Geoffrey Shaw (1879-1943).<br />\n<em>In Dulci Jubilo</em>, words 14th century German, translated by Robert Lucas Pearsall (1795 - 1856).<br />\n<em>I Sing the Birth Was Born Tonight</em>, words by Ben Jonson (1573-1637); music by Dmitri S. Bortniansky (1751-1825).<br />\n<em>Deck the Hall</em>, words traditional, possibly alt. Mrs. L. A. Bradbury; music Nos Galan, traditional Welsh melody, arranged by Sir Charles Villiers Stanford (1852 – 1924).<br />\n<em>Infant Holy, Infant Lowly</em>, words from a traditional Polish carol translated by Edith M. Reed (1885-1933); music Polish carol W Zlobie Lezy, arranged by Edith M. Reed.<br />\n<em>Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day</em>, words and music traditional English, author and composer unknown.<br />\n<em>I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day</em>, words: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807 - 1882); music Waltham by John Baptiste Calkin (1827 – 1905).<br />\n<em>Silence Ciel, silence Terre</em>, author unknown, music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Once in Royal David's City</em>, words by Cecil F. Alexander (1818-1895) from Hymns for Little Children 1848; music Irby by Henry John Gauntlett (1805-1875).<br />\n<em>Christmas Carol (Nowell, Nowell)</em>, traditional carol from about 1460, author and composer unknown. Words of a traditional wassail song added by William Chappell (1809 - 1888).<br />\n<em>Coventry Carol</em>, words by Robert Croo from the 15th Century Pageant of the Shearmen and Tailors. (15th Century); music 15th century found by Thomas Sharp (1770-1841) and published in <em>Dissertations</em> in 1825.<br />\n<em>Dans le calme de la nuit</em>, author unknown, music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Brightest and Best of the Sons of the Morning</em>, words by Reginald Heber (1783-1826); music Morning Star by James Proctor Harding (1850-1911).<br />\n<em>O Come All Ye Faithful</em>, words and music by John Francis Wade (1711–1786).<br /><br />\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2015/ |
br this year s selection includes traditional favourites lesser known christmas carols english french summary ruth golding br br em bergers qui êtes ici bas em author unknown music ezwa br em a christmas lullaby em words john addington symonds 1840 1893 music bookangel7 br em go tell mountain em words john wesley work jr 1873 1925 music african american spiritual br em notre divin maître em author unknown music ezwa br em saw never twilight em words cecil f alexander 1818 1895 music chartres 15th century french melody br em this endris night em 15th century english carol author composer unknown music 1905 english hymnal br em quittez pasteurs em author unknown music ezwa br em yule returns em words rev r watham music vernon bryan crowther beynon 1866 1941 br em christmas carol no 3 em words christina rossetti music susan hawthorne br em cradle hymn hush dear lie still slumber em words isaac watts 1674 1748 music traditional welsh arranged robert bryan 1858 1920 br em bergers allons voir dans l étable em author unknown music ezwa br em what child this em words william chatterton dix 1837 1898 music greensleeves 16th century english traditional setting em the sunday school hymnal service book em 1871 br em o come come emmanuel em words translated latin john mason neale 1818 1866 music 15th century french br em a christmas carol dry tears ye silent mourners em words lady catherine petre 1831 1882 music robert lucas pearsall 1795 1856 br em the twelve days christmas em words music traditional altered arranged frederic austin 1872 1952 br em noël sur la circoncision em author unknown music ezwa br em unto us born son em author unknown 15th century latin music arranged geoffrey shaw 1879 1943 br em in dulci jubilo em words 14th century german translated robert lucas pearsall 1795 1856 br em i sing birth born tonight em words ben jonson 1573 1637 music dmitri s bortniansky 1751 1825 br em deck hall em words traditional possibly alt mrs l a bradbury music nos galan traditional welsh melody arranged sir charles villiers stanford 1852 1924 br em infant holy infant lowly em words traditional polish carol translated edith m reed 1885 1933 music polish carol w zlobie lezy arranged edith m reed br em tomorrow shall dancing day em words music traditional english author composer unknown br em i heard bells christmas day em words henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 music waltham john baptiste calkin 1827 1905 br em silence ciel silence terre em author unknown music ezwa br em once royal david s city em words cecil f alexander 1818 1895 hymns little children 1848 music irby henry john gauntlett 1805 1875 br em christmas carol nowell nowell em traditional carol 1460 author composer unknown words traditional wassail song added william chappell 1809 1888 br em coventry carol em words robert croo 15th century pageant shearmen tailors 15th century music 15th century found thomas sharp 1770 1841 published em dissertations em 1825 br em dans le calme de la nuit em author unknown music ezwa br em brightest best sons morning em words reginald heber 1783 1826 music morning star james proctor harding 1850 1911 br em o come ye faithful em words music john francis wade 1711 1786 br br |
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6841 |
7430 |
History of Prostitution |
William Sanger |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<p>Common sense asks for a full investigation of all the evils attending prostitution. In the every-day affairs of life, any man who feels the pressure of a particular evil looks at once for its cause. He may be neither a philosopher nor a logician, and may never have heard of or read any of the luminous treatises which professedly simplify science, yet he knows very well that for every effect there must be some adequate cause, and for this he generally searches diligently till he can find and remove it. But here, in the city of New York, is a population who claim to be as intelligent as any on the Western continent, who have been for years suffering from the effects of a vice in purse and person; who have paid and are paying every year large sums of money on account of it; who witness every day some broken constitution or ruined character resulting from it, and who yet have never thought of seeking out the cause! Is it now too late to enlist your sympathies in the undertaking? Hence we conclude that propriety, expediency, public safety, private interest, and common sense demand an investigation like this now submitted to the reader. (from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-prostitution-by-william-sanger/ |
p common sense asks full investigation evils attending prostitution every day affairs life man feels pressure particular evil looks cause may neither philosopher logician may never heard read luminous treatises professedly simplify science yet knows well every effect must adequate cause generally searches diligently till find remove it here city new york population claim intelligent western continent years suffering effects vice purse person paid paying every year large sums money account it witness every day broken constitution ruined character resulting it yet never thought seeking cause late enlist sympathies undertaking hence conclude propriety expediency public safety private interest common sense demand investigation like submitted reader from introduction p |
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6842 |
7431 |
People of the Mist |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Penniless Leonard Outram attempts to redress the undeserved loss of his family estates and fiancee by seeking his fortune in Africa. In the course of his adventures he and his Zulu companion Otter save a young Portuguese woman, Juanna Rodd, together with her nursemaid Soa, from slavery. Leonard and Juanna are plainly attracted to each other, but prone to bickering, and their romance is impeded by the watchful and jealous Soa. The protagonists seek the legendary People of the Mist, said to possess a fabulous hoard of jewels. Finding them, they immediately become embroiled in the turbulent political affairs of the lost race, which is riven by a power-struggle between the monarch and the priesthood of its giant crocodile god. The heroic Leonard can do little more than react to events. The action climaxes in a hair-raising escape by toboggan (it was a flat stone) down a steep glacier. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/people-of-the-mist-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
penniless leonard outram attempts redress undeserved loss family estates fiancee seeking fortune africa course adventures zulu companion otter save young portuguese woman juanna rodd together nursemaid soa slavery leonard juanna plainly attracted other prone bickering romance impeded watchful jealous soa protagonists seek legendary people mist said possess fabulous hoard jewels finding them immediately become embroiled turbulent political affairs lost race riven power struggle monarch priesthood giant crocodile god heroic leonard little react events action climaxes hair raising escape toboggan it flat stone steep glacier summary wikipedia p |
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6843 |
7432 |
Mystery of the Hidden Room |
Marion Harvey |
Detective Fiction |
A classic mystery/detective story in the Sherlock Holmes tradition, the hidden room suggested by the title of this book does not remain a mystery for very long as the book progresses. Written in the first person, the husband of his (Carlton Davies) former lover is found dead one night at the stroke of midnight, and Davies finds his ex-lover standing over the dead body immediately after the shot was fired, with a gun in her hand. It was no secret that she never truly loved her husband, who had blackmailed her into marrying him. The jury ships Ruth to prison, and the stage is set for Davies to locate the right detective for the case, and for a series of events with twists and turns and surprises that will keep the reader guessing who was responsible for this murder. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-the-hidden-room-by-marion-harvey/ |
classic mystery detective story sherlock holmes tradition hidden room suggested title book remain mystery long book progresses written first person husband carlton davies former lover found dead one night stroke midnight davies finds ex lover standing dead body immediately shot fired gun hand secret never truly loved husband blackmailed marrying him jury ships ruth prison stage set davies locate right detective case series events twists turns surprises keep reader guessing responsible murder summary roger melin p |
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6844 |
7433 |
City of the Sun |
Tommaso Campanella |
Travel Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
A dialogue between a Grandmaster of the Knights Hospitallers and a Genoese Sea-captain, about the latter's voyage to a utopian city. (Summary by Rapunzelina)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-city-of-the-sun-by-tommaso-campanella/ |
dialogue grandmaster knights hospitallers genoese sea captain latter s voyage utopian city summary rapunzelina p |
| 6906 |
6845 |
7434 |
Second Variety (Version 2) |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
First published in Space Science Fiction May 1953. "The claws were bad enough in the first place—nasty, crawling little death-robots. But when they began to imitate their creators, it was time for the human race to make peace—if it could!" When future war becomes so horrific that humans turn to machines and computers to design ways to kill each other strange things may happen. And DO in this classic Philip K. Dick story! (summary from the story blurb and Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/second-variety-by-philip-k-dick-2/ |
first published space science fiction may 1953 the claws bad enough first place nasty crawling little death robots began imitate creators time human race make peace if could future war becomes horrific humans turn machines computers design ways kill strange things may happen classic philip k dick story summary story blurb phil chenevert p |
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6846 |
7435 |
Natural History Volume 4 |
Pliny the Elder |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), *Non-fiction |
<p><i>Naturalis Historia</i> (Latin for "Natural History") is an encyclopedia published circa AD 77-79 by Pliny the Elder. It is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman empire to the modern day and purports to cover the entire field of ancient knowledge, based on the best authorities available to Pliny. The work became a model for all later encyclopedias in terms of the breadth of subject matter examined, the need to reference original authors, and a comprehensive index list of the contents. The scheme of his great work is vast and comprehensive, being nothing short of an encyclopedia of learning and of art so far as they are connected with nature or draw their materials from nature. The work divides neatly into the organic world of plants and animals, and the realm of inorganic matter, although there are frequent digressions in each section. He is especially interested in not just describing the occurrence of plants, animals and insects, but also their exploitation (or abuse) by man, especially Romans. The description of metals and minerals is particularly detailed, and valuable for the history of science as being the most extensive compilation still available from the ancient world. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leni)<br><br>This fourth volume includes books sixteen to twenty, covering the following subjects:<br><br>Book 16 - The natural history of the forest trees<br>Book 17 - The natural history of the cultivated trees<br>Book 18 - The natural history of grain<br>Book 19 - The nature and cultivation of flax and an account of various garden plants<br>Book 20 - Remedies derived from the garden plants<br></br>Volume 1 of this work can be found <a href='http://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-1-by-pliny-the-elder/'>here</a><br>Volume 2 of this work can be found <a href='http://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-2-by-pliny-the-elder/'>here</a><br>Volume 3 of this work can be found <a href='http://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-3-by-pliny-the-elder/'>here</a></p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-volume-4-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
p i naturalis historia i latin natural history encyclopedia published circa ad 77 79 pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire modern day purports cover entire field ancient knowledge based best authorities available pliny work became model later encyclopedias terms breadth subject matter examined need reference original authors comprehensive index list contents scheme great work vast comprehensive nothing short encyclopedia learning art far connected nature draw materials nature work divides neatly organic world plants animals realm inorganic matter although frequent digressions section especially interested describing occurrence plants animals insects also exploitation or abuse man especially romans description metals minerals particularly detailed valuable history science extensive compilation still available ancient world summary adapted wikipedia leni br br this fourth volume includes books sixteen twenty covering following subjects br br book 16 natural history forest trees br book 17 natural history cultivated trees br book 18 natural history grain br book 19 nature cultivation flax account various garden plants br book 20 remedies derived garden plants br br volume 1 work found a href http librivox org the natural history volume 1 by pliny the elder here a br volume 2 work found a href http librivox org the natural history volume 2 by pliny the elder here a br volume 3 work found a href http librivox org the natural history volume 3 by pliny the elder here a p |
| 6908 |
6847 |
7436 |
Sword of Antietam |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
"The Sword of Antietam" tells a complete story, but it is one in the chain of Civil War romances, begun in "The Guns of Bull Run" and continued through "The Guns of Shiloh" and "The Scouts of Stonewall." The young Northern hero, Dick Mason, and his friends are in the forefront of the tale. (Summary from the Foreword)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-sword-of-antietam-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the sword antietam tells complete story one chain civil war romances begun the guns bull run continued the guns shiloh the scouts stonewall young northern hero dick mason friends forefront tale summary foreword p |
| 6909 |
6848 |
7437 |
Mendizábal |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Segunda Novela de la tercera serie de los Episodios Nacionales, describe la España desgarrada por la Primera Guerra Carlista y la Regencia de María Cristina. Su eje es el romántico Fernando Calpena, que aparece por primera vez en esta novela. (Introducción por Tux) <br/><br/>\nLa tercera serie:<br/>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zumalacarregui-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zumalacárregui</a><br/>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/mendizabal-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Mendizábal</a><br/>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/de-onate-a-la-granja-by-benito-perez-galdos/">De Oñate a la Granja</a><br/><br/> |
Spanish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/mendizabal-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
segunda novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales describe la españa desgarrada por la primera guerra carlista la regencia de maría cristina su eje es el romántico fernando calpena que aparece por primera vez en esta novela introducción por tux br br la tercera serie br 1 a href http librivox org zumalacarregui by benito perez galdos zumalacárregui a br 2 a href http librivox org mendizabal by benito perez galdos mendizábal a br 3 a href http librivox org de onate a la granja by benito perez galdos de oñate la granja a br br |
| 6910 |
6849 |
7438 |
Aan den Weg der Vreugde |
Louis Couperus |
Romance |
Een knappe Italiaanse chirurg en een blonde Hollandse weduwe beleven een heftige vakantieliefde. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)<br /><br />Aan den Weg der Vreugde, waarvan men ook nog dit goede kan getuigen, dat het nergens vuil is, of goor, of opgevuld met dubbelzinnige détails. (Anna de Savornin Lohman) <br /><br />Zijn boek is dus goed geschreven als het werk van een technisch-knap man, die zijn vak verstaat. (Onze Eeuw 1908) <br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/aan-den-weg-der-vreugde-by-louis-couperus/ |
een knappe italiaanse chirurg en een blonde hollandse weduwe beleven een heftige vakantieliefde samenvatting door marcel coenders br br aan den weg der vreugde waarvan men ook nog dit goede kan getuigen dat het nergens vuil is goor opgevuld met dubbelzinnige détails anna de savornin lohman br br zijn boek dus goed geschreven als het werk van een technisch knap man die zijn vak verstaat onze eeuw 1908 br br |
| 6911 |
6850 |
7439 |
Lord Tony's Wife |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Another adventure of the Scarlet pimpernel! As the title suggests, it follows the story of Lord Tony and his wife, Yvonne. It is full of suspense adventure and romance. Lord Tony and Yvonne elope after some disturbing happenings including an angry mob and an assault on Yvonne by her own father. Later a man set on revenge and with the help of Chauvelin steal Yvonne away, and Lord Tony must go to the Scarlet Pimpernel for assistance. Will they be able to save her and her father from the clutches of Pierre Adet and Chauvelin? Will Lord Tony ever even see his wife again? (Summary by fiddlesticks) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/lord-tonys-wife-by-baroness-emmuska-orczy/ |
another adventure scarlet pimpernel title suggests follows story lord tony wife yvonne full suspense adventure romance lord tony yvonne elope disturbing happenings including angry mob assault yvonne father later man set revenge help chauvelin steal yvonne away lord tony must go scarlet pimpernel assistance able save father clutches pierre adet chauvelin lord tony ever even see wife again summary fiddlesticks p |
| 6912 |
6851 |
7440 |
Starlight Ranch And Other Stories Of Army Life On The Frontier |
Charles King |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Stories |
Five stories of Army life in the mid to late 19th century. Charles King (1844 – 1933) was a United States soldier and a distinguished writer. He wrote and edited over 60 books and novels. Among his list of titles are Campaigning with Crook, Fort Frayne, Under Fire and Daughter of the Sioux. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/starlight-ranch-and-other-stories-of-army-life-on-the-frontier-by-charles-king/ |
five stories army life mid late 19th century charles king 1844 1933 united states soldier distinguished writer wrote edited 60 books novels among list titles campaigning crook fort frayne fire daughter sioux summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 6913 |
6852 |
7441 |
Exploits of Juve (version 2) |
Marcel Allain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The second book in the Fantômas series by the prolific authors Marcel Allain and Pierre Souvestre (they published 32 Fantômas novels between 1911 and 1913.) Fantômas broke the mold of the Gentlemen burglars like Raffles and Arsene Lupin. He killed without compunction. His anarchic ruthlessness, especially as portrayed by silent film pioneer Louis Feuillade, made Fantômas the darling of the French avante garde, such as the artist René Magritte and novelist Robert Desnos. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd) <p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-exploits-of-juve-version-2-by-marcel-allain-and-pierre-souvestre/ |
second book fantômas series prolific authors marcel allain pierre souvestre they published 32 fantômas novels 1911 1913 fantômas broke mold gentlemen burglars like raffles arsene lupin killed without compunction anarchic ruthlessness especially portrayed silent film pioneer louis feuillade made fantômas darling french avante garde artist rené magritte novelist robert desnos summary alan winterrowd p |
| 6914 |
6853 |
7442 |
Dorothy Dale In The City |
Margaret Penrose |
Action & Adventure, General |
The series continues. Dorothy Dale and the girls of Glenwood enjoy a break from school, with adventures over the Christmas holidays.(Summary by Lynne Thompson ) <p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-by-margaret-penrose/ |
series continues dorothy dale girls glenwood enjoy break school adventures christmas holidays summary lynne thompson p |
| 6915 |
6854 |
7443 |
Scarhaven Keep |
J. S. Fletcher |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The northern English sea coast provides a compelling backdrop for this genre of writing; a mysterious disappearance, a love interest, and plot twists 'se mijotent' to produce an intriguing read. (Summary by Cate Barratt)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/scarhaven-keep-by-j-s-fletcher-2/ |
northern english sea coast provides compelling backdrop genre writing mysterious disappearance love interest plot twists se mijotent produce intriguing read summary cate barratt p |
| 6916 |
6859 |
7448 |
Memoirs of Napoleon, Vol. 1 |
Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
The author and Napoleon become boyhood friends when they are eight years old in Corsica. They separate when Napoleon is transferred from the Military College of Brienne to another college in Paris in 1784. Napoleon has a stern or disdainful personality. He looks down on the French, who have taken over Corsica. At age 16 Napoleon finds fault with the military education, sending his recommendations to the Minister of War. Because of this speaking out, he is speedily graduated and sent to a regiment of artillery. After diplomatic travel, the author again meets Napoleon in Paris at a time when both are in dire financial straits. After witnessing an angry-mob scene, the author goes to Stuttgart as Secretary of Legation while Napoleon returns to Corsica. In 1799 the two return to Paris. The French government wants to send Napoleon to a new location as brigadier-general of infantry. he rejects the offer and is thus struck off the list of general officers. Eventually Napoleon gets command of Paris. In 1796 Napoleon marries Josephine. His attentions to her alternate between violent outrages resulting in infidelity and the other other extreme of repentant gentleness. During the Napoleonic wars Napoleon's troops progress through Europe--first Italy, then Austria. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-napoleon-vol-1-by-louis-antoine-fauvelet-de-bourrienne/ |
author napoleon become boyhood friends eight years old corsica separate napoleon transferred military college brienne another college paris 1784 napoleon stern disdainful personality looks french taken corsica age 16 napoleon finds fault military education sending recommendations minister war speaking out speedily graduated sent regiment artillery diplomatic travel author meets napoleon paris time dire financial straits witnessing angry mob scene author goes stuttgart secretary legation napoleon returns corsica 1799 two return paris french government wants send napoleon new location brigadier general infantry rejects offer thus struck list general officers eventually napoleon gets command paris 1796 napoleon marries josephine attentions alternate violent outrages resulting infidelity extreme repentant gentleness napoleonic wars napoleon s troops progress europe first italy austria summary bill boerst p |
| 6917 |
6855 |
7444 |
Prometheus Bound (Buckley Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Plays |
"Prometheus Bound" is the only complete tragedy of the Prometheia trilogy, traditionally assumed to be the work of Aeschylus. Jupiter has turned against Prometheus for protecting mankind and has ordered him to be chained to a rock. But Prometheus is comforted by his knowledge of a way to bring about the downfall of Jupiter. (Summary by Libby Gohn) <br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Prometheus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Chorus of Nymphs, daughters of Ocean: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Strength: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Vulcan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Ocean: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Io: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mercury: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by: </strong>Libby Gohn<p>\n |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/prometheus-bound-by-aeschylus/ |
prometheus bound complete tragedy prometheia trilogy traditionally assumed work aeschylus jupiter turned prometheus protecting mankind ordered chained rock prometheus comforted knowledge way bring downfall jupiter summary libby gohn br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br prometheus a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br chorus nymphs daughters ocean a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br strength a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br vulcan a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br ocean a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br io a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mercury a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br br strong audio edited by strong libby gohn p |
| 6918 |
6856 |
7445 |
First Century Message to Twentieth Century Christians |
G. Campbell Morgan |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
G. Campbell Morgan was one of the leading evangelical preachers of his day. He began preaching at age 13 and by age 26 was teaching at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Illinois. He returned to England in 1904 to become pastor at Westminster Chapel in London. He was a contemporary and friend Martyn Lloyd-Jones, F. B. Meyer and Charles Spurgeon.<br><br>\n\nIn this book, Morgan examines the letters to the seven churches of Asia which begin the book of Revelation in the New Testament. Over 1900 years have passed, and yet our churches today face many of the same temptations, struggles and challenges as those faced by these first century believers. Morgan brings home how the messages of Jesus to these early churches are equally applicable to our churches today. Would our own church receive Jesus’ praise? Or does our church need to answer Jesus’ call to repent and return to true worship? (Introduction by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-first-century-message-to-twentieth-century-christians-by-g-campbell-morgan/ |
g campbell morgan one leading evangelical preachers day began preaching age 13 age 26 teaching moody bible institute chicago illinois returned england 1904 become pastor westminster chapel london contemporary friend martyn lloyd jones f b meyer charles spurgeon br br book morgan examines letters seven churches asia begin book revelation new testament 1900 years passed yet churches today face many temptations struggles challenges faced first century believers morgan brings home messages jesus early churches equally applicable churches today would church receive jesus praise church need answer jesus call repent return true worship introduction maryann p |
| 6919 |
6857 |
7446 |
Captives of the Flame |
Samuel R. Delany |
General Fiction, Science Fiction |
Chip Delany's 2nd novel -- the first is The Jewels of Aptor (1962) -- published by Ace Books in 1963. Set in the 35th Century, the survivors of a nuclear war live on the coastline and an island in a kingdom ruled by a royal family in disrepair. A young victim -- the son of a wealthy merchant -- of their wrath becomes a working-class hero as he fights to get back his good name, aided by a disaffected member of the royal family. This was later rewritten as Out of The Dead City by Delany as part of the Towers Trilogy, an early masterpiece, imo. (Introduction by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/captives-of-the-flame-by-samuel-r-delany/ |
chip delany s 2nd novel first jewels aptor 1962 published ace books 1963 set 35th century survivors nuclear war live coastline island kingdom ruled royal family disrepair young victim son wealthy merchant wrath becomes working class hero fights get back good name aided disaffected member royal family later rewritten dead city delany part towers trilogy early masterpiece imo introduction bellonatimes p |
| 6920 |
6858 |
7447 |
John Gabriel Borkman |
Henrik Ibsen |
Drama |
John Gabriel Borkman is the penultimate play of the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, written in 1896. The Borkman family fortunes have been brought low by the imprisonment of John Gabriel who used his position as a bank manager to illegally speculate with his investors' money. The action of the play takes place eight years after Borkman's release when John Gabriel Borkman, Mrs. Borkman, and her twin sister Ella Rentheim battle over the future of young Erhart Borkman. Though John Gabriel Borkman continues the line of naturalism and social commentary that marks Ibsen's middle period, the final act suggests a new phase for the playwright, a phase brought to fruition in his final more symbolic work When We Dead Awaken. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>John Gabriel Borkman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Mrs. Gunhild Borkman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Erhart Borkman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Ella Rentheim: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Fanny Wilton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Vilhelm Foldal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Frida Foldal: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Mrs. Borkman's Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/john-gabriel-borkman-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
john gabriel borkman penultimate play norwegian playwright henrik ibsen written 1896 borkman family fortunes brought low imprisonment john gabriel used position bank manager illegally speculate investors money action play takes place eight years borkman s release john gabriel borkman mrs borkman twin sister ella rentheim battle future young erhart borkman though john gabriel borkman continues line naturalism social commentary marks ibsen s middle period final act suggests new phase playwright phase brought fruition final symbolic work dead awaken summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br john gabriel borkman a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br mrs gunhild borkman a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br erhart borkman a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br ella rentheim a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs fanny wilton a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br vilhelm foldal a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br frida foldal a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br mrs borkman s maid a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 6921 |
6860 |
7449 |
How to Succeed |
Orison Swett Marden |
*Non-fiction, Science, Self-Help |
In this volume, Orison Swett Marden explains the road to success in simple terms for the benefit of anyone, who wishes to follow in his footsteps. Over 100 years after publication, most of these lessons are still valid today.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-succeed-by-orison-swett-marden/ |
volume orison swett marden explains road success simple terms benefit anyone wishes follow footsteps 100 years publication lessons still valid today p |
| 6922 |
9586 |
10221 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2015 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This year's Christmas collection of short stories, poems and non-fiction features readings in English, French, German and Romanian - Summary by Ruth Golding.</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2015/ |
year s christmas collection short stories poems non fiction features readings english french german romanian summary ruth golding p |
| 6923 |
6862 |
7451 |
Louise de la Valliere |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
After <i>The Three Muskateers</i> and <i>Twenty Years After</i> the adventurous story of Athos, Porthos, Aramis and D'Artagnan continues!<br><br>\n<i>The Vicomte of Bragelonne: Ten Years Later</i> (French: <i>Le Vicomte de Bragelonne ou Dix ans plus tard</i>) is the last of the Musketeer novels. It is usually divided into four volumes and this third volume contains chapters 141-208. <br><br>(Summary by Diana Majlinger)</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/louise-de-la-valliere-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
i the three muskateers i i twenty years after i adventurous story athos porthos aramis d artagnan continues br br i the vicomte bragelonne ten years later i french i le vicomte de bragelonne ou dix ans plus tard i last musketeer novels usually divided four volumes third volume contains chapters 141 208 br br summary diana majlinger p |
| 6924 |
6863 |
7452 |
Women Who Make Our Novels |
Grant M. Overton |
Biography & Autobiography |
”This book, the rather unpremeditated production of several months’ work, is by a man who is not a novelist and who is therefore entirely unfitted to write about women who are novelists.” The author is a literary reporter and from that perspective he offers a short biographical sketch “of all the living American women novelists whose writing, by the customary standards, is artistically fine . . . [or] whose writing has attained a wide popularity.” This book was published in 1918. (Summary taken from the Introduction by MaryAnn)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-women-who-make-our-novels-by-grant-m-overton/ |
this book rather unpremeditated production several months work man novelist therefore entirely unfitted write women novelists author literary reporter perspective offers short biographical sketch of living american women novelists whose writing customary standards artistically fine or whose writing attained wide popularity book published 1918 summary taken introduction maryann p |
| 6925 |
6864 |
7453 |
Cuentos de Hadas, Vol. 3 |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Traducción de Kinder- und Hausmärchen ("Cuentos para la infancia y el hogar") de Jacob y Wilhelm Grimm. (Introducción por Karen Savage)<p> |
Spanish |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-hadas-vol-3-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
traducción de kinder und hausmärchen cuentos para la infancia el hogar de jacob wilhelm grimm introducción por karen savage p |
| 6926 |
6865 |
7454 |
Zwevende Schaakbord |
Louis Couperus |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Het groote Avontuur, de tocht van Gawein, ridder van Koning Artur's Ronde-Tafel, om voor zijn Koning te vinden het Zwevende Schaakbord, gelijk hij dit tien jaren geleden deed. Het is ditmaal listiglijk voorbereid door den toovenaar Merlijn, Merlijn, die eigenlijk heelemaal geen toovenaar is, maar de moderne mechanicus, die werkt met vliegmachine en auto, met bioscoop en telefoon en electrisch licht... wonderen voor deze dappere Ridderen der Ronde-Tafel die... toch eigenlijk, in zeer modernen weifelmoed, in geen wonder meer gelooven. Behalve Gawein, die het oude geloof ongerept heeft bewaard en als de ‘valiante wigant’ van het grootsche Destijds de wereld van Avontuur intrekt. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marie Schmitz, in het tijdschrift Den Gulden Winckel, jaargang 22)</p> |
Dutch |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/het-zwevende-schaakbord-by-louis-couperus/ |
het groote avontuur de tocht van gawein ridder van koning artur s ronde tafel om voor zijn koning te vinden het zwevende schaakbord gelijk hij dit tien jaren geleden deed het ditmaal listiglijk voorbereid door den toovenaar merlijn merlijn die eigenlijk heelemaal geen toovenaar is maar de moderne mechanicus die werkt met vliegmachine en auto met bioscoop en telefoon en electrisch licht wonderen voor deze dappere ridderen der ronde tafel die toch eigenlijk zeer modernen weifelmoed geen wonder meer gelooven behalve gawein die het oude geloof ongerept heeft bewaard en als de valiante wigant van het grootsche destijds de wereld van avontuur intrekt samenvatting geschreven door marie schmitz het tijdschrift den gulden winckel jaargang 22 p |
| 6927 |
6866 |
7456 |
Herein is Love |
Reuel Howe |
*Non-fiction |
Prescient look at the church, its message and role in society, both perceived and true, focused through the lens of the biblical doctrine of love, and demonstrated in relationships between parent and child, parishioners and public, and pastor and people. (Summary by Bill Mosley)<p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/herein-is-love-by-reuel-howe/ |
prescient look church message role society perceived true focused lens biblical doctrine love demonstrated relationships parent child parishioners public pastor people summary bill mosley p |
| 6928 |
6867 |
7457 |
Opportunity |
Walter Malone |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Opportunity by Walter Malone. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 27, 2013.<br><br>Walter Malone was born in DeSoto Count, Mississippi. He wrote 2 volumes of poetry before he was 20 years old. He joined his brother in law practice, but continued to publish several collections of his poems over the years. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/opportunity-by-walter-malone/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings opportunity walter malone fortnightly poetry project january 27 2013 br br walter malone born desoto count mississippi wrote 2 volumes poetry 20 years old joined brother law practice continued publish several collections poems years summary david lawrence p |
| 6929 |
6868 |
7458 |
Lines Addressed to an Old Bachelor |
James McIntyre |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Lines Addressed to an Old Bachelor by James McIntyre. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 27, 2013.<br><br>Another poem from Canada's cheese poet, James McIntyre.(Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lines-addressed-to-an-old-bachelor-by-james-mcintyre/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings lines addressed old bachelor james mcintyre weekly poetry project january 27 2013 br br another poem canada s cheese poet james mcintyre summary david lawrence p |
| 6930 |
6869 |
7459 |
John Silence |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<p>Six stories about Dr. John Silence if you want the shivers to run up your back, this is the right place to be (Summary by Fiddlesticks)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/john-silence-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
p six stories dr john silence want shivers run back right place summary fiddlesticks p |
| 6931 |
6877 |
7467 |
Sarrasine (de) |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
Auf den Festen der märchenhaften reichen Familie Lauty taucht immer wieder ein rätselhafter uralter Mann auf, bei dessen Anblick es den Gästen kalt über den Rücken läuft. Niemand weiß, in welcher Verbindung der Greis zu der geheimnisumwittereten Familie steht.<br>\nDie Wurzeln des Geheimnisses liegen in der tragischen Lebensgeschichte des genialen Bildhauers Sarrasine, einer Geschichte voller Kunst und Musik, Liebe und Leidenschaft. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/sarrasine-by-honore-de-balzac-2/ |
auf den festen der märchenhaften reichen familie lauty taucht immer wieder ein rätselhafter uralter mann auf bei dessen anblick es den gästen kalt über den rücken läuft niemand weiß welcher verbindung der greis zu der geheimnisumwittereten familie steht br die wurzeln des geheimnisses liegen der tragischen lebensgeschichte des genialen bildhauers sarrasine einer geschichte voller kunst und musik liebe und leidenschaft zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 6932 |
6870 |
7460 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1E |
David Hume |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off.<br><br>This is Volume 1E which covers the reign of Charles I and the Commonwealth. (Summary by Richard Carpenter) <p> |
English |
1756 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1e-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off br br this volume 1e covers reign charles commonwealth summary richard carpenter p |
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6871 |
7461 |
Satan's Diary |
Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
"Satan's Diary", Andreyev's last work, was completed by the great Russian a few days before he died in Finland, in September, 1919. But a few years ago the most popular and successful of Russian writers, Andreyev died almost penniless, a sad, tragic figure, disillusioned, broken-hearted over the tragedy of Russia. <br></br>In "Satan's Diary", Andreyev summoned up his boundless disillusionment in an absorbing satire on human life. Fearlessly and mercilessly he hurled the falsehoods and hypocrisies in the face of life. He portrayed Satan coming to this earth to amuse himself and play. Having assumed the form of an American multi-millionaire, Satan set out on a tour through Europe in quest of amusement and adventure. Before him passed various forms of spurious virtues, hypocrisies, the ruthless cruelty of man and the often deceptive innocence of woman. Within a short time, Satan finds himself outwitted, deceived, relieved of his millions, mocked, humiliated, beaten by man in his own devilish devices. (Summary by Herman Bernstein, in the Preface)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/satans-diary-by-leonid-nikolayevich-andreyev/ |
satan s diary andreyev s last work completed great russian days died finland september 1919 years ago popular successful russian writers andreyev died almost penniless sad tragic figure disillusioned broken hearted tragedy russia br br in satan s diary andreyev summoned boundless disillusionment absorbing satire human life fearlessly mercilessly hurled falsehoods hypocrisies face life portrayed satan coming earth amuse play assumed form american multi millionaire satan set tour europe quest amusement adventure passed various forms spurious virtues hypocrisies ruthless cruelty man often deceptive innocence woman within short time satan finds outwitted deceived relieved millions mocked humiliated beaten man devilish devices summary herman bernstein preface p |
| 6934 |
6872 |
7462 |
History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless, Vol. 2 |
Eliza Haywood |
Romance |
This has been said to be the first female development novel in English. Betsy leaves her emotionally and financially abusive husband Munden and experiences independence before she decides to marry again. The novel has marital advice told via quips from Lady Trusty. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-miss-betsy-thoughtless-vol-2-by-eliza-haywood/ |
said first female development novel english betsy leaves emotionally financially abusive husband munden experiences independence decides marry again novel marital advice told via quips lady trusty summary michele eaton p |
| 6935 |
6873 |
7463 |
Maker of Rainbows |
Richard le Gallienne |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of Fairy Tales from Richard Le Gallienne.</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-maker-of-rainbows-by-richard-le-gallienne/ |
collection fairy tales richard le gallienne p |
| 6936 |
6874 |
7464 |
EDWY: A Poem, in Three Parts |
Ann Radcliffe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantastic Fiction, Poetry |
In Edwy, Ann Radcliffe gives us a delightful piece of poetic moonshine, whose eponymous hero seeks assistance from the world of faerie in order to spy on his girlfriend, Aura, and see if she really loves him. He does this by venturing unseen into Windsor Forest at night to trap the love-fay, Eda, who, once spellbound, must reveal all and let him remotely view Aura's activities by means of a magic mirror cut from crystal. \n\nIn addition to this early form of cyberstalking, Edwy, on his night-journey into the forest gets to witness a royal procession of the Fairie Queen, followed by midnight revels of elves and spirits. What seems like a mid-summer night's dream turns into a comedy of errors, though, as Edwy suffers memory loss, makes a false start, and unintentionally looses a mischievous wood sprite in the course of his romantic quest. \n\nPuckishly playful, Mrs. Radcliffe imbues her tale with a remarkable sense of the glimmering feyness of the nighttime forest, making a principal appeal of the poem's dreamlike world the inscrutability and ultimate indeterminacy of events glimpsed by moonlight. (Summary by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/edwy-a-poem-in-three-parts-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
edwy ann radcliffe gives us delightful piece poetic moonshine whose eponymous hero seeks assistance world faerie order spy girlfriend aura see really loves him venturing unseen windsor forest night trap love fay eda who spellbound must reveal let remotely view aura s activities means magic mirror cut crystal addition early form cyberstalking edwy night journey forest gets witness royal procession fairie queen followed midnight revels elves spirits seems like mid summer night s dream turns comedy errors though edwy suffers memory loss makes false start unintentionally looses mischievous wood sprite course romantic quest puckishly playful mrs radcliffe imbues tale remarkable sense glimmering feyness nighttime forest making principal appeal poem s dreamlike world inscrutability ultimate indeterminacy events glimpsed moonlight summary grant hurlock p |
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6875 |
7465 |
Six Creepy Stories by Edgar Allan Poe |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Edgar Allan Poe has the ability to manipulate language so well that he could engage my imagination and get me terrified even though little was 'done' in the sense of horrible actions described. My imagination, under the power of his creepy words, conjured the atmosphere and did the rest by itself. In this recording I've chosen some of his stories that succeed so well in leaving lingering hair raising memories with me: The Telltale Heart; The Masque of the Red Death; The Black Cat; The Raven, the Casque of Amontillado and Berenice. I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as I did reading them. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/six-creepy-tales-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe ability manipulate language well could engage imagination get terrified even though little done sense horrible actions described imagination power creepy words conjured atmosphere rest itself recording i ve chosen stories succeed well leaving lingering hair raising memories me telltale heart masque red death black cat raven casque amontillado berenice hope enjoy listening much reading them summary phil chenevert p |
| 6938 |
6876 |
7466 |
Worst Journey in the World, Vol 1 |
Apsley Cherry-Garrard |
Exploration |
The Worst Journey in the World is a memoir of the 1910–1913 British Antarctic Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott. It was written and published in 1922 by a survivor of the expedition, Apsley Cherry-Garrard, and has earned wide praise for its frank treatment of the difficulties of the expedition, the causes of its disastrous outcome, and the meaning (if any) of human suffering under extreme conditions. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br/><br/> <a href="https://librivox.org/the-worst-journey-in-the-world-vol-2-by-apsley-cherry-garrard/">Volume 2 HERE</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-worst-journey-in-the-world-by-apsley-cherry-garrard/ |
worst journey world memoir 1910 1913 british antarctic expedition led robert falcon scott written published 1922 survivor expedition apsley cherry garrard earned wide praise frank treatment difficulties expedition causes disastrous outcome meaning if any human suffering extreme conditions summary wikipedia br br a href https librivox org the worst journey in the world vol 2 by apsley cherry garrard volume 2 here a br br |
| 6939 |
6893 |
7484 |
Three Years in the Federal Cavalry |
Willard Glazier |
Memoirs |
Captain Glazier narrates his experiences as a cavalryman in the Federal Army during the Civil War, from his enlistment in New York State to his capture at the battle of Brandy Station. (Summary by Jonathan Limebrook)</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/three-years-in-the-federal-calvary-by-willard-glazier/ |
captain glazier narrates experiences cavalryman federal army civil war enlistment new york state capture battle brandy station summary jonathan limebrook p |
| 6940 |
6878 |
7468 |
Tom Swift and His Wireless Message |
Victor Appleton |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Tom Swift & friends decide to trial an experimental airship near the New Jersey coast, and are unexpectedly swept out to sea by hurricane winds. Unable to steer or navigate without tearing the airship apart, the hapless crew must simply let the storm take them wherever it will. Unfortunately, the storm proves too much for the craft and Tom makes a crash landing on the uninhabited and crumbling Earthquake Island. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-wireless-message-by-victor-appleton/ |
tom swift friends decide trial experimental airship near new jersey coast unexpectedly swept sea hurricane winds unable steer navigate without tearing airship apart hapless crew must simply let storm take wherever will unfortunately storm proves much craft tom makes crash landing uninhabited crumbling earthquake island summary wikipedia p |
| 6941 |
6879 |
7469 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume 4 |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Single Author Collections |
<p><br />This, the fourth of 5 volumes containing Poe's works, contains 22 of his short stories. <br/><br/>\n\nWarning: Section 7, "A Predicament," contains some racial stereotypes and a word describing the race of one of the characters that is unacceptable in today's society. (Summary by TriciaG)</p><br />\n\n\n |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-4-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
p br this fourth 5 volumes containing poe s works contains 22 short stories br br warning section 7 a predicament contains racial stereotypes word describing race one characters unacceptable today s society summary triciag p br |
| 6942 |
6880 |
7470 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 020 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-020-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 6943 |
6881 |
7471 |
History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1F |
David Hume |
Early Modern |
David Hume is one of the great philosophers of the Western intellectual tradition. His philosophical writings earned him lasting fame and renown; his historical writing earned his bread and butter. His "The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688", published between 1754 and 1764, was immensely popular and Hume wrote that "the copy-money given me by the booksellers much exceeded any thing formerly known in England; I was become not only independent, but opulent." The six volume work has had numerous editions and is still in print today. David Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay have frequently been compared as the premier English historians but we don't have to choose because Macaulay begins where Hume leaves off.\n\nThis is Volume 1F which covers the reign of Charles II and James II. (Summary by Richard Carpenter) <p> |
English |
1758 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-from-the-invasion-of-julius-caesar-to-the-revolution-of-1688-volume-1f-by-david-hume/ |
david hume one great philosophers western intellectual tradition philosophical writings earned lasting fame renown historical writing earned bread butter the history england invasion julius caesar revolution 1688 published 1754 1764 immensely popular hume wrote the copy money given booksellers much exceeded thing formerly known england become independent opulent six volume work numerous editions still print today david hume thomas babington macaulay frequently compared premier english historians choose macaulay begins hume leaves off volume 1f covers reign charles ii james ii summary richard carpenter p |
| 6944 |
6882 |
7472 |
Majesteit |
Louis Couperus |
Historical Fiction |
Eerste van de drie koningsromans van Louis Couperus. Het is een van de populairste romans van Louis Couperus, getuige het aantal herdrukken en vertalingen dat het boek te beurt viel. Kroonprins Othomar van het imaginaire land Liparië. Othomar wordt gekweld door angsten en twijfels in verband met zijn hoge positie. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/majesteit-by-louis-couperus/ |
eerste van de drie koningsromans van louis couperus het een van de populairste romans van louis couperus getuige het aantal herdrukken en vertalingen dat het boek te beurt viel kroonprins othomar van het imaginaire land liparië othomar wordt gekweld door angsten en twijfels verband met zijn hoge positie samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
| 6945 |
6883 |
7474 |
Short Poetry Collection 117 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 21 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-117/ |
collection 21 poems read librivox volunteers february 2013 p |
| 6946 |
6884 |
7475 |
G.K. Chesterton's Newspaper Columns: The New Witness - November 1919 to April 1920 |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of the newspaper columns/essays written by G.K. Chesterton for "The New Witness", under the heading "At the Sign of the World's End". This project compiles the articles included in the issues between November 21, 1919 to April 30, 1920. (Summary by Maria Therese)\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/chesterton-new-witness-1919-1920-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
collection newspaper columns essays written g k chesterton the new witness heading at sign world s end project compiles articles included issues november 21 1919 april 30 1920 summary maria therese |
| 6947 |
6885 |
7476 |
Fair Mystery |
Charlotte M. Brame |
Detective Fiction |
(Written by Charlotte M. Brame under the pen name Bertha M. Clay.)\n\nHonest Mark Brace is about to lose his farm, land of his ancestors, home to his wife, Patty, and small daughter, Mattie, when out of a dark and stormy night comes the answer to his prayers. A tiny babe, tender and fair, left on their doorstep with a note asking Mark and Patty to bring the child up as their own, to raise it to be good, like themselves, and to accept for their troubles a hundred pounds a year.</p>\n\nThe farm is saved, and all is peaceful for a while as the beautiful baby, Doris, grows into an even more beautiful child. But as she grows, so too grows her awareness of her own loveliness, of her difference from the humble farmers who raise her. Doris hungers for luxury, jewels and velvet, bright fetes and ardent admirers. Confident that her ethereal beauty and native wit will bring her everything she deserves, she focuses her energies on obtaining these things and sets in motion a chain of events that will break hearts, rip at the mystery surrounding her birth, and culminate in the greatest tragedy of them all.</p>\n\nA story of love in many forms, A Fair Mystery is part romance, part tragedy, and part social commentary, one which asks us to pause a moment and reflect on what it is that is truly worth having in this life. (Summary by Elanor Sakamoto)</p> |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/a-fair-mystery-by-bertha-m-clay/ |
written charlotte m brame pen name bertha m clay honest mark brace lose farm land ancestors home wife patty small daughter mattie dark stormy night comes answer prayers tiny babe tender fair left doorstep note asking mark patty bring child own raise good like themselves accept troubles hundred pounds year p farm saved peaceful beautiful baby doris grows even beautiful child grows grows awareness loveliness difference humble farmers raise her doris hungers luxury jewels velvet bright fetes ardent admirers confident ethereal beauty native wit bring everything deserves focuses energies obtaining things sets motion chain events break hearts rip mystery surrounding birth culminate greatest tragedy all p story love many forms fair mystery part romance part tragedy part social commentary one asks us pause moment reflect truly worth life summary elanor sakamoto p |
| 6948 |
7003 |
7598 |
Music Talks With Children |
Thomas Tapper |
Arts |
<i>"A book of this kind, though addressed to children, must necessarily reach them through an older person. The purpose is to suggest a few of the many aspects which music may have even to the mind of a child. If these chapters, or whatever may be logically suggested by them, be actually used as the basis of simple Talks with children, music may become to them more than drill and study. They should know it as an art, full of beauty and of dignity; full of pure thought and abounding in joy. Music with these characteristics is the true music of the heart. Unless music gives true pleasure to the young it may be doubted if it is wisely studied.\n<br><br>\nOur failure to present music to the young in a manner that interests and holds them is due not so much to the fact that music is too difficult for children, but because the children themselves are too difficult for us. In our ignorance we often withhold the rightful inheritance. We must not forget that the slower adult mind often meets a class of difficulties which are not recognized by the unprejudiced child. It is not infrequent that with the old fears in us we persist in recreating difficulties."</i> (From the Preface) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/music-talks-with-children-by-thomas-tapper/ |
i a book kind though addressed children must necessarily reach older person purpose suggest many aspects music may even mind child chapters whatever may logically suggested them actually used basis simple talks children music may become drill study know art full beauty dignity full pure thought abounding joy music characteristics true music heart unless music gives true pleasure young may doubted wisely studied br br failure present music young manner interests holds due much fact music difficult children children difficult us ignorance often withhold rightful inheritance must forget slower adult mind often meets class difficulties recognized unprejudiced child infrequent old fears us persist recreating difficulties i from preface p |
| 6949 |
6886 |
7477 |
Story of Joan of Arc |
Andrew Lang |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Joan of Arc is a folk heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. Claiming divine guidance, she led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War, which paved the way for the coronation of Charles VII of France. Captured by her enemies, she was sold to the English and put on trial for charges of "insubordination and heterodoxy". She was burned at the stake for heresy when she was 19 years old. Twenty-five years after her execution, an inquisitorial court examined the trial, pronounced her innocent, and declared her a martyr. Joan of Arc was beatified in 1909 and canonized in 1920. She is one of the patron saints of France. Most of what is known today of her story comes from the detailed court records of her trials. (Summary by timothyFR)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-joan-of-arc-by-andrew-lang/ |
joan arc folk heroine france roman catholic saint claiming divine guidance led french army several important victories hundred years war paved way coronation charles vii france captured enemies sold english put trial charges insubordination heterodoxy burned stake heresy 19 years old twenty five years execution inquisitorial court examined trial pronounced innocent declared martyr joan arc beatified 1909 canonized 1920 one patron saints france known today story comes detailed court records trials summary timothyfr p |
| 6950 |
6887 |
7478 |
Failure of Initiative: Final Report of the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina |
United States House of Representatives |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (20th C) |
In September 2005, the House of Representatives created the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina. The Committee was charged with conducting "a full and complete investigation and study and to report its findings to the House not later than February 15, 2006, regarding-- (1) the development, coordination, and execution by local, State, and Federal authorities of emergency response plans and other activities in preparation for Hurricane Katrina; and (2) the local, State, and Federal government response to Hurricane Katrina."<br /><br />The Committee presents the report narrative and the findings that stem from it to the U.S. House of Representatives and the American people for their consideration. Members of the Select Committee agree unanimously with the report and its findings. Other Members of Congress who participated in the Select Committee’s hearings and investigation but were not official members of the Select Committee, while concurring with a majority of the report’s findings, have presented additional views as well, which we offer herein on their behalf.<br /><br />First and foremost, this report is issued with our continued thoughts and prayers for Katrina’s victims. Their families. Their friends. The loss of life, of property, of livelihoods and dreams has been enormous. And we salute all Americans who have stepped up to the plate to help in any way they can. (Summary modified from the Preface.)</p> |
English |
2006 |
https://librivox.org/a-failure-of-initiative-by-united-states-house-of-representatives/ |
september 2005 house representatives created select bipartisan committee investigate preparation response hurricane katrina committee charged conducting a full complete investigation study report findings house later february 15 2006 regarding 1 development coordination execution local state federal authorities emergency response plans activities preparation hurricane katrina 2 local state federal government response hurricane katrina br br the committee presents report narrative findings stem u s house representatives american people consideration members select committee agree unanimously report findings members congress participated select committee s hearings investigation official members select committee concurring majority report s findings presented additional views well offer herein behalf br br first foremost report issued continued thoughts prayers katrina s victims families friends loss life property livelihoods dreams enormous salute americans stepped plate help way can summary modified preface p |
| 6951 |
6888 |
7479 |
Emily Dickinson on Death |
Emily Dickinson |
Poetry, Single author, Letters |
Emily Dickinson is one of the most intriguing of American poets. Since she grew increasingly reclusive, very few of her poems were published until after her death. This collection includes two letters Dickinson wrote to her friends on the occasion of the deaths of her friend, Mr. Humphrey, and her brother, Austin. The rest of collection consists of her poetry on the subject of death. (Summary by Libby Gohn)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/emily-dickinson-on-death-by-emily-dickinson/ |
emily dickinson one intriguing american poets since grew increasingly reclusive poems published death collection includes two letters dickinson wrote friends occasion deaths friend mr humphrey brother austin rest collection consists poetry subject death summary libby gohn p |
| 6952 |
6889 |
7480 |
Do You Fear the Wind? |
Hamlin Garland |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Do You Fear the Wind? by Hamlin Garland. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 3, 2013.<br><br>Taken from An American Anthology, 1787–1900, Edmund Clarence Stedman, ed. (1833–1908).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/do-you-fear-the-wind-by-hamlin-garland/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings fear wind hamlin garland weekly poetry project february 3 2013 br br taken american anthology 1787 1900 edmund clarence stedman ed 1833 1908 p |
| 6953 |
6890 |
7481 |
Rayner-Slade Amalgamation |
J. S. Fletcher |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Marshall Allerdyke is driving through the night from London to Hull in response to an urgent telegram from his cousin. As he nears Hull, a beautiful woman stops his car to ask for directions to Scotland. Odd time to be traveling so far and in such a hurry, but Allerdyke's mind is elsewhere. When he finally arrives in Hull, he finds his \ncousin dead in his hotel room and a valuable consignment of jewels missing. Allerdyke's only clue rests with that woman hurrying off to Scotland.(Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-rayner-slade-amalgamation-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
marshall allerdyke driving night london hull response urgent telegram cousin nears hull beautiful woman stops car ask directions scotland odd time traveling far hurry allerdyke s mind elsewhere finally arrives hull finds cousin dead hotel room valuable consignment jewels missing allerdyke s clue rests woman hurrying scotland summary maryann p |
| 6954 |
6891 |
7482 |
Helping Himself, or Grant Thornton's Ambition |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
Helping Himself, or Grant Thornton's Ambition deals with the grit and determination of Grant, a 15 year old farmer's boy whose father is dead and in order to pay his minister father's debts, and to help his mother deal with their abject poverty young Grant postpones his college education to take a job as a Wall Street broker's clerk. The first step is to deal with the avaricious and greedy man who is keeping them from obtaining the meager amount due them and which will at least allow them to eat. Grant's wits, pluck and sheer determination are tested time and time again and each time he rises to the occasion. Read of his struggle to feed his mother and himself and then to rise in the world despite great odds. I can say with great confidence that in the end, he might succeed! (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/helping-himself-or-grant-thorntons-ambition-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
helping himself grant thornton s ambition deals grit determination grant 15 year old farmer s boy whose father dead order pay minister father s debts help mother deal abject poverty young grant postpones college education take job wall street broker s clerk first step deal avaricious greedy man keeping obtaining meager amount due least allow eat grant s wits pluck sheer determination tested time time time rises occasion read struggle feed mother rise world despite great odds say great confidence end might succeed summary phil chenevert p |
| 6955 |
6892 |
7483 |
Paradise Regain'd (version 2) |
John Milton |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Religion |
Having been publicly acknowledged as God's "beloved Son," Jesus retires to the desert to meditate upon what it means to be the Messiah, about whose coming many conflicting opinions have been circulating among the Jews. Although a learned rabbi, Jesus possesses no knowledge beyond what is available to all human beings. Satan also takes a new interest in this favored "son of God" and seeks to learn what threat he constitutes. The poem consists of a debate between these two adversaries, each seeking the same understanding of precisely what mankind's Savior will do in a world where the way to success typically lies through "wealth . . . honour . . . arms . . . arts . . . Kingdom . . . Empire . . . life contemplative, / Or active, tended on by glory, or fame." By withstanding Satan's temptation to all such worldly paths, Jesus proves himself to be a perfect, unfallen man and consequently worthy to win back paradise for mankind. Repeatedly invited to take action—either to secure his kingdom or to prove himself deserving of the divine favor that has been shown him or simply to save his life—he resists, patiently suffering, withstanding, waiting. Yet he learns from his temptation, clarifying in his own mind what his mission on earth must be and the means to achieve it. For although Satan knows no more of his mission than he does himself, Satan points the way by offering the wrong goals or the wrong motives or the wrong means. Thus the Father of Lies against his will opens the way to salvation for human kind. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)</p> |
English |
1671 |
https://librivox.org/paradise-regaind-by-john-milton/ |
publicly acknowledged god s beloved son jesus retires desert meditate upon means messiah whose coming many conflicting opinions circulating among jews although learned rabbi jesus possesses knowledge beyond available human beings satan also takes new interest favored son god seeks learn threat constitutes poem consists debate two adversaries seeking understanding precisely mankind s savior world way success typically lies wealth honour arms arts kingdom empire life contemplative active tended glory fame withstanding satan s temptation worldly paths jesus proves perfect unfallen man consequently worthy win back paradise mankind repeatedly invited take action either secure kingdom prove deserving divine favor shown simply save life he resists patiently suffering withstanding waiting yet learns temptation clarifying mind mission earth must means achieve it although satan knows mission himself satan points way offering wrong goals wrong motives wrong means thus father lies opens way salvation human kind summary thomas copeland p |
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6894 |
7485 |
Saint Athanasius: The Father of Orthodoxy |
Frances Alice Forbes |
*Non-fiction, Christianity - Biographies |
A short and rather old fashioned biography a great saint. Don't expect subtlety; it's unapologetic hagiography. The saint is presented as a figure of pristine brilliance, courage and integrity and his persecutors as conniving villains. But to those who appreciate what was at stake in the controversy, Athanasius is indeed a God-sent hero. This is an informative, if quaint, introduction to a fascinating figure in history. (Summary by Pattymarie)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/saint-athanasius-the-father-of-orthodoxy-by-francis-a-forbes/ |
short rather old fashioned biography great saint expect subtlety unapologetic hagiography saint presented figure pristine brilliance courage integrity persecutors conniving villains appreciate stake controversy athanasius indeed god sent hero informative quaint introduction fascinating figure history summary pattymarie p |
| 6957 |
6895 |
7486 |
Irishman's difficulties with the Dutch language |
Cuey-na-Gael |
Humorous Fiction, Language learning |
Jack O'Neill, an Irishman, has just returned from a month's holiday in The Netherlands. Before he left, he had boasted to his friends that he would learn the Dutch language within a fortnight. On his return, he has to admit that it wasn't quite that easy... He tells his friends stories about his clumsy attempts to speak Dutch, leading to many funny scenes.<BR>This audiobook contains both "An Irishman's difficulties with the Dutch language" and its sequel "Jack O'Neill's further adventures in Holland".<BR><BR>N.B. Audiobook read by native Dutch woman, so there is no Irish accent of the English language bits, and the Dutch is done in native Dutch pronunciation (except where the text asks for mispronunciation). (Summary by Anna Simon)</p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/an-irishmans-difficulties-with-the-dutch-language-by-cuey-na-gael/ |
jack o neill irishman returned month s holiday netherlands left boasted friends would learn dutch language within fortnight return admit quite easy tells friends stories clumsy attempts speak dutch leading many funny scenes br this audiobook contains an irishman s difficulties dutch language sequel jack o neill s adventures holland br br n b audiobook read native dutch woman irish accent english language bits dutch done native dutch pronunciation except text asks mispronunciation summary anna simon p |
| 6958 |
6896 |
7487 |
Daughter of the Commandant |
Alexander Pushkin |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
"The Daughter of the Commandant" (better known as "The Captain's Daughter") is a historical novel by the Russian writer Alexander Pushkin, and is considered to be his finest prose work. The novel is a romanticized account of Pugachev's Rebellion in 1773-1774. </p>\nThe 17-year-old Pyotr Andreyich is sent by his father to military service in a remote Russian outpost, where he leans honor and love while being caught up in a violent uprising of tribal groups against the imperial government. (Summary by Wikipedia (alt.) and Kevin Davidson)</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-daughter-of-the-commandant-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
the daughter commandant better known the captain s daughter historical novel russian writer alexander pushkin considered finest prose work novel romanticized account pugachev s rebellion 1773 1774 p 17 year old pyotr andreyich sent father military service remote russian outpost leans honor love caught violent uprising tribal groups imperial government summary wikipedia alt kevin davidson p |
| 6959 |
6897 |
7488 |
Tragedy of Macbeth (Version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br><br><b>CAST LIST</b><br>First Witch: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Second Witch; Servant: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6947">Grace</a><br>Third Witch Gentlewoman: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Duncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Malcolm, Son of Duncan: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=5968">Cathy Barratt</a><br>Sergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br>Lennox, Nobleman of Scotland: <a href="https://forum.librivox.org/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=44270">Robin King</a><br>Ross, Nobleman of Scotland: <a href="http://www.ariellelipshaw.com/">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Macbeth, General of the King's army: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6097">Phill Benson</a><br>Banquo, General of the King's army: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Angus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Lady Macbeth: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3816">Bev. J. Stevens</a><br>Messenger; Attendant: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Fleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7410">laurenburwell</a><br>Porter: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Donalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Macduff, Nobleman of Scotland: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>First Murderer: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Hecate: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Doctor: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Apparititions: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lady Macduff: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4189">Meagon Argo</a><br>Macduff's Son: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7662">Emily Jones</a><br>Menteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on Macbeth<a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=6754">ToddHW</a><br>Siward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://catalog.librivox.org/people_public.php?peopleid=4705">Algy Pug</a><br><br><b>Audio Edited by Algy Pug</b></p>\n |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-macbeth-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
macbeth play written william shakespeare considered one darkest powerful tragedies set scotland play dramatizes corroding psychological political effects produced protagonist scottish lord macbeth chooses evil way fulfill ambition power commits regicide become king furthers moral descent reign murderous terror stay power eventually plunging country civil war end loses everything gives meaning purpose life losing life itself summary wikipedia br br b cast list b br first witch a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7315 charlotte duckett a br second witch servant a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6947 grace a br third witch gentlewoman a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7679 libby gohn a br duncan king scotland old man lords a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br malcolm son duncan a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 5968 cathy barratt a br sergeant third murderer soldier s a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br lennox nobleman scotland a href https forum librivox org viewtopic php f 27 t 44270 robin king a br ross nobleman scotland a href http www ariellelipshaw com arielle lipshaw a br macbeth general king s army a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6097 phill benson a br banquo general king s army a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7170 alanmapstone a br angus nobleman scotland second murderer a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 2825 ernst pattynama a br lady macbeth a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3816 bev j stevens a br messenger attendant a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7138 caprishapage a br fleance son banquo young siward siward s son a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7410 laurenburwell a br porter a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3470 jason mills a br donalbain son duncan caithness nobleman scotland a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 8009 frances brown a br macduff nobleman scotland a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 8172 alan weyman a br first murderer a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 3595 martin geeson a br hecate a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7131 eden rea hedrick a br doctor a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6281 beth thomas a br apparititions a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 1259 elizabeth klett a br lady macduff a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4189 meagon argo a br macduff s son a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7662 emily jones a br menteith nobleman scotland seyton officer attending macbeth a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 6754 toddhw a br siward earl northumberland general english forces a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 7170 alanmapstone a br narrator a href https catalog librivox org people_public php peopleid 4705 algy pug a br br b audio edited algy pug b p |
| 6960 |
6898 |
7489 |
蒲団 (Futon) |
Katai Tayama |
Romance |
竹中時雄は、東京に住む作家。三年前、岡山県の新見出身で、神戸に学んだ芳子が弟子にしてくれと言って来て、彼女を弟子にした。2人の間には、プラトニックな恋愛感情があった。\nしかし、芳子に、京都に住む田中という恋人が出来て、状況は一変する。ついに田中は上京して来る。そして最後は、芳子が父と共に、帰郷することになる。<br/><br/>\n\nThis is a love story between writer (teacher) & a young female student. The scene is Tokyo. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/futon-by-katai-tayama/ |
竹中時雄は 東京に住む作家 三年前 岡山県の新見出身で 神戸に学んだ芳子が弟子にしてくれと言って来て 彼女を弟子にした 2人の間には プラトニックな恋愛感情があった しかし 芳子に 京都に住む田中という恋人が出来て 状況は一変する ついに田中は上京して来る そして最後は 芳子が父と共に 帰郷することになる br br love story writer teacher young female student scene tokyo summary ekzemplaro p |
| 6961 |
6899 |
7490 |
Rose Child |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction |
The story of a little girl in the village of Wildbach, who loved the roses, and how spreading both her roses and her love touched the hearts of the villagers. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-rose-child-by-johanna-spyri/ |
story little girl village wildbach loved roses spreading roses love touched hearts villagers summary daryl wor p |
| 6962 |
6911 |
7504 |
Inner Chamber and the Inner Life |
Andrew Murray |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Self-Help |
Here is a book of devotions that will bring joy and strength. Its chapters provide vital keys to living and enjoying the Christian life. It covers important disciplines such as prayer, study, meditation and feeding on the Scriptures as a means of maintaining intimacy with God - without which our spiritual lives can all too easily become impoverished. Andrew Murray shows in this book a number of steps by which we can be wonderfully renewed in our inner life day by day. (Summary by Christopher Smith) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-inner-chamber-and-the-inner-life-by-andrew-murray/ |
book devotions bring joy strength chapters provide vital keys living enjoying christian life covers important disciplines prayer study meditation feeding scriptures means maintaining intimacy god without spiritual lives easily become impoverished andrew murray shows book number steps wonderfully renewed inner life day day summary christopher smith p |
| 6963 |
6900 |
7491 |
That Sweet Little Old Lady |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Randall Garrett had this story first published in Astounding Science Fiction September and October of 1959. His twisted sense of humor and gift for the bizarre situation with believable characters shines here. In the not too distant future, Ken Malone, young but promising FBI agent , is given the most important and difficult assignment of his career: find a spy who is stealing information from the Ultra Top Absolute Secret project to develop a non-rocket space ship at Yucca Flats Labs in Nevada. But this is not a normal spy, this spy laughs at the FBI and all attempts to find him or her because they use an unknown new method to steal the information directly from the minds of the scientists. And then of course, there is the Sweet Little Old Lady who is immortal and the stunning nurse and the Las Vegas gangsters and ... well, you had better listen to the story to find out the details. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/that-sweet-little-old-lady-by-randall-garrett/ |
randall garrett story first published astounding science fiction september october 1959 twisted sense humor gift bizarre situation believable characters shines here distant future ken malone young promising fbi agent given important difficult assignment career find spy stealing information ultra top absolute secret project develop non rocket space ship yucca flats labs nevada normal spy spy laughs fbi attempts find use unknown new method steal information directly minds scientists course sweet little old lady immortal stunning nurse las vegas gangsters well better listen story find details summary phil chenevert p |
| 6964 |
6901 |
7492 |
Happy Unfortunate |
Robert Silverberg |
Science Fiction |
Here are two early stories by the well known SF Author Robert Silverberg. The Happy Unfortunate was published first in Amazing Stories in 1957 and explores the angst caused when the human race reaches into space but at the cost of needing to breed a new species; specialized 'spacers' who can withstand the tremendous rigors of acceleration. \nThe Hunted Heroes was published in Amazing stories a year earlier, in 1956. It is a futuristic story that holds great hope for the resilience of the human race after the war destroys most of the world. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-unfortunate-and-the-hunted-heroes-by-robert-silverberg/ |
two early stories well known sf author robert silverberg happy unfortunate published first amazing stories 1957 explores angst caused human race reaches space cost needing breed new species specialized spacers withstand tremendous rigors acceleration hunted heroes published amazing stories year earlier 1956 futuristic story holds great hope resilience human race war destroys world p |
| 6965 |
6902 |
7493 |
Evil Genius |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction, Romance |
The Evil Genius, one of Wilkie Collins' last works, is subtitled "A Domestic Scene". It is the intriguing tale of family Linley, including the "evil genius", and their governess Sydney Westerfield. In colorful pictures, Collins presents the story of this family, which becomes entangled in the often hyprocritical Victorian perceptions of morality and decency. (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-evil-genius-by-wilkie-collins/ |
evil genius one wilkie collins last works subtitled a domestic scene intriguing tale family linley including evil genius governess sydney westerfield colorful pictures collins presents story family becomes entangled often hyprocritical victorian perceptions morality decency summary carolin p |
| 6966 |
6903 |
7495 |
My Hunt After 'The Captain' |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Holmes describes his frantic search through Civil War torn landscapes for his wounded son, the future Supreme Court Justice. Originally published in The Atlantic Magazine, 1862. Holmes, Sr. (1809 -1894) was an American physician, poet, professor, lecturer, and author. He was regarded by his peers as one of the best writers of the 19th century. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table (1858). He is also recognized as an important medical reformer. (Summary by Atlantic Magazine, Wikipedia, David Wales)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/my-hunt-after-the-captain-by-oliver-wendell-holmes-sr/ |
holmes describes frantic search civil war torn landscapes wounded son future supreme court justice originally published atlantic magazine 1862 holmes sr 1809 1894 american physician poet professor lecturer author regarded peers one best writers 19th century famous prose works breakfast table series began autocrat breakfast table 1858 also recognized important medical reformer summary atlantic magazine wikipedia david wales p |
| 6967 |
6904 |
7496 |
Junior Classics Volume 8: Animal and Nature Stories |
William Patten |
Animals & Nature |
The eighth book in the Junior Classics Series is an anthology of collected animal and nature tales designed to appeal to the young and young at heart. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-8-animal-and-nature-stories-by-william-patten/ |
eighth book junior classics series anthology collected animal nature tales designed appeal young young heart summary lynne thompson p |
| 6968 |
6905 |
7498 |
Treatise on the True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin |
Louis-Marie Grignon de Montfort |
Christianity - Other |
True Devotion to Mary is a treatise of what it means to have devotion to Our Lady. Montfort goes through the various aspects of this devotion explaining what is true devotion and outlining what is false devotion. The book also includes a series of meditations and prayers that assist in making a consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Montfort explains that devotion to Mary is not an optional devotion like any other devotion to the Saints. He boldly claims that devotion to Mary is necessary in becoming a living image of Christ in this world. He makes no distinction between devotion to Mary and devotion to Jesus. He invites those that are capable of understanding this devotion to embark on a journey of entering more deeply into the inner life of Jesus and Mary and by so doing to grow in holiness. (Summary by Michael Portelli) <p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-on-the-true-devotion-to-the-blessed-virgin-by-louis-marie-grignon-de-montfort/ |
true devotion mary treatise means devotion lady montfort goes various aspects devotion explaining true devotion outlining false devotion book also includes series meditations prayers assist making consecration blessed virgin mary montfort explains devotion mary optional devotion like devotion saints boldly claims devotion mary necessary becoming living image christ world makes distinction devotion mary devotion jesus invites capable understanding devotion embark journey entering deeply inner life jesus mary grow holiness summary michael portelli p |
| 6969 |
7052 |
7650 |
Poe-em of Passion |
Charles F. Lummis |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <em>A Poe-em of Passion</em> by C. F. Lummis. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 17, 2013, and is an amusing parody of Poe's <em>Annabel Lee</em>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-poe-em-of-passion-by-c-f-lummis/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings em a poe em passion em c f lummis weekly poetry project march 17 2013 amusing parody poe s em annabel lee em br br |
| 6970 |
6906 |
7499 |
Nobody |
Susan Warner |
Romance |
There are many romantic tales about a handsome and rich man falling in love with a beautiful lower class woman over the objections of his family. Remember Elizabeth Bennett and Fitzwilliam Darcy? however, it takes more than a good woman to secure a man's happiness. He has to have mental strength. It is not certain that our hero, Tom, has that. Lois is a great woman. However, according to his sister, she is a "nobody." Does money and position control everything? Certainly not. Good people deserve to be happy. But only those who have enough strength to secure their happiness, on their own terms. A secondary plot involves Philip, another man who loves Lois, who discovers the love of God and becomes a better man. Not for the woman he loves, but for himself. Want to know if Tom overcomes his family's objections and married the love of his life? Want to read a lively book with an unforgettable and enchanting writing style? If you do, read the book. (Summary by Stav Nisser)<p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/nobody-by-susan-warner/ |
many romantic tales handsome rich man falling love beautiful lower class woman objections family remember elizabeth bennett fitzwilliam darcy however takes good woman secure man s happiness mental strength certain hero tom that lois great woman however according sister nobody money position control everything certainly not good people deserve happy enough strength secure happiness terms secondary plot involves philip another man loves lois discovers love god becomes better man woman loves himself want know tom overcomes family s objections married love life want read lively book unforgettable enchanting writing style do read book summary stav nisser p |
| 6971 |
6907 |
7500 |
Dubliners (Version 2) |
James Joyce |
General Fiction, Satire, Short Stories |
<i>Dubliners</i> is a collection of 15 short stories by James Joyce, first published in 1914. They form a naturalistic depiction of Irish middle class life in and around Dublin in the early years of the 20th century. The stories were written when Irish nationalism was at its peak and a search for a national identity and purpose was raging; at a crossroads of history and culture, Ireland was jolted by various converging ideas and influences. They centre on Joyce's idea of an epiphany: a moment where a character experiences self-understanding or illumination. Many of the characters in <i>Dubliners</i> later appear in minor roles in Joyce's novel <i>Ulysses</i>. The initial stories in the collection are narrated by child protagonists, and as the stories continue, they deal with the lives and concerns of progressively older people. This is in line with Joyce's tripartite division of the collection into childhood, adolescence, and maturity. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dubliners-by-james-joyce-2/ |
i dubliners i collection 15 short stories james joyce first published 1914 form naturalistic depiction irish middle class life around dublin early years 20th century stories written irish nationalism peak search national identity purpose raging crossroads history culture ireland jolted various converging ideas influences centre joyce s idea epiphany moment character experiences self understanding illumination many characters i dubliners i later appear minor roles joyce s novel i ulysses i initial stories collection narrated child protagonists stories continue deal lives concerns progressively older people line joyce s tripartite division collection childhood adolescence maturity summary wikipedia p |
| 6972 |
6908 |
7501 |
Buttercup Gold And Other Stories |
Ellen Robena Field |
Short works |
A charming collection of short stories and verses for young children. First published by the Bangor, Maine Kindergarten Association. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/buttercup-gold-and-other-stories-by-ellen-robena-field/ |
charming collection short stories verses young children first published bangor maine kindergarten association summary lynne thompson p |
| 6973 |
6909 |
7502 |
King Arthur |
Joseph Comyns Carr |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Tragedy |
A retelling of the classic legend of King Arthur, Guinevere & Sir Lancelot. (Summary by Amanda Friday)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>King Arthur: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Sir Lancelot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br>Sir Mordred: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Sir Kay: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8108">Drakaunus</a><br>Sir Gawaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Sir Bedevere: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace Garrett</a><br>Sir Agravaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Sir Percival: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Sir Lavaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7853">David Warner</a><br>Sir Dagonet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6817">Peter Makus</a><br>Merlin: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Guinevere: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Elaine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Morgan Le Fay: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Clarissant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a><br>Spirit of the Lake: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Lake Spirits, Maidens, Knights, and Chorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7923">amaskill</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Libby Gohn</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/king-arthur-a-drama-by-joseph-comyns-carr/ |
retelling classic legend king arthur guinevere sir lancelot summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br king arthur a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br sir lancelot a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br sir mordred a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br sir kay a href http librivox org reader 8108 drakaunus a br sir gawaine a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br sir bedevere a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace garrett a br sir agravaine a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br sir percival a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br sir lavaine a href http librivox org reader 7853 david warner a br sir dagonet a href http librivox org reader 6817 peter makus a br merlin a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br gaoler a href http librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br guinevere a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br elaine a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br morgan le fay a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br clarissant a href http librivox org reader 3776 bethany baldwin a br spirit lake a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br lake spirits maidens knights chorus a href http librivox org reader 3776 bethany baldwin a a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7923 amaskill a br br strong audio edited libby gohn strong br br |
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6910 |
7503 |
Our Little Hindu Cousin |
Blanche McManus |
General |
This book is one of a series that aims at describing other cultures to children in an entertaining way that honors the culture, educates the child and keeps their minds open to the possibility of other people living wonderful lives in far off places. "Our little cousins of Hindustan are charming little people, even though their manners and customs and their religion are so very different from our own. India is a big country, and there are many different races of people living within its borders, the two principal ones being the Mohammedans and the Hindus. The Mohammedans number about sixty millions and there are about a hundred and eighty millions of Hindus, who are by far the superior race. The intelligence of the Hindus is of a very high order, but, like all Eastern races, they have many superstitions. Their attention to their food and drink and personal cleanliness is remarkable, and, though their customs in this respect are peculiar, they follow a healthful and sanitary manner of living which might well be practised by Western folk." (Summary by from the preface) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-hindu-cousin-by-blanche-mcmanus/ |
book one series aims describing cultures children entertaining way honors culture educates child keeps minds open possibility people living wonderful lives far places our little cousins hindustan charming little people even though manners customs religion different own india big country many different races people living within borders two principal ones mohammedans hindus mohammedans number sixty millions hundred eighty millions hindus far superior race intelligence hindus high order but like eastern races many superstitions attention food drink personal cleanliness remarkable and though customs respect peculiar follow healthful sanitary manner living might well practised western folk summary preface p |
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6912 |
7505 |
Progress and Poverty |
Henry George |
Business & Economics, Political Science, Contemporary |
What I have done in this book, if I have correctly solved the great problem I have sought to investigate, is, to unite the truth perceived by the school of Smith and Ricardo to the truth perceived by the schools of Proudhon and Lasalle; to show that <i>laissez faire</i> (in its full true meaning) opens the way to a realization of the noble dreams of socialism; to identify social law with moral law, and to disprove ideas which in the minds of many cloud grand and elevating perceptions. (Summary by Henry George) <br/><br/>Audio edited by TriciaG; Proof-listened by Kimberly Krause & Larry Wilson.</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/progress-and-poverty-by-henry-george/ |
done book correctly solved great problem sought investigate is unite truth perceived school smith ricardo truth perceived schools proudhon lasalle show i laissez faire i in full true meaning opens way realization noble dreams socialism identify social law moral law disprove ideas minds many cloud grand elevating perceptions summary henry george br br audio edited triciag proof listened kimberly krause larry wilson p |
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6913 |
7506 |
Life's Morning |
George Gissing |
Romance |
This is the story of a poor young lady Emily Hood who while working as a governess falls in love with Wilfrid Athel the son of her employer. They become engaged, however things do not run smoothly after a visit home to her parents and Emily has to make a heartbreaking choice. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-lifes-morning-by-george-gissing/ |
story poor young lady emily hood working governess falls love wilfrid athel son employer become engaged however things run smoothly visit home parents emily make heartbreaking choice summary michele eaton p |
| 6977 |
6914 |
7507 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. IV |
James Boswell |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This is the fourth volume of the Biography of Samuel Johnson. \n\nSamuel Johnson's Life has been documented in great detail by his friends, this biography being originally published by James Boswell, and then edited several times by other persons, such as John Croker, who have been friends of both Samuel Johnson as well as James Boswell.\n\nAlready famous during his life time, Samuel Johnson's biography attracted considerable attention when it was published after Johnson's death, and continues to be read until today.</p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-iv-by-james-boswell/ |
fourth volume biography samuel johnson samuel johnson s life documented great detail friends biography originally published james boswell edited several times persons john croker friends samuel johnson well james boswell already famous life time samuel johnson s biography attracted considerable attention published johnson s death continues read today p |
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6915 |
7508 |
Bill Nye's Funniest Thoughts |
Bill Nye |
Humor |
Bill Nye was a famous American humor columnist in the middle 1800's. He said "We can never be a nation of snobs so long as we are willing to poke fun at ourselves." And he did exactly that in hundreds of newspaper columns that were later collected into books. This is a selection of just 35 of the most humorous, wry and downright funny cogitations of his, written of course in the somewhat convoluted style common in the 19th century which just adds to their flavor in my opinion. The selection process was rigorous: only those that made me laugh, giggle or snort are included. (Summary by phil Chenevert) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bill-nyes-funniest-thoughts-by-bill-nye/ |
bill nye famous american humor columnist middle 1800 s said we never nation snobs long willing poke fun ourselves exactly hundreds newspaper columns later collected books selection 35 humorous wry downright funny cogitations his written course somewhat convoluted style common 19th century adds flavor opinion selection process rigorous made laugh giggle snort included summary phil chenevert p |
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6916 |
7509 |
Armageddon- 2419 A.D. |
Philip Francis Nowlan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Elsewhere I have set down, for whatever interest they have in this, the 25th Century, my personal recollections of the 20th Century. Now it occurs to me that my memoirs of the 25th Century may have an equal interest 500 years from now—particularly in view of that unique perspective from which I have seen the 25th Century, entering it as I did, in one leap across a gap of 492 years. \n\nThis statement requires elucidation. There are still many in the world who are not familiar with my unique experience. Five centuries from now there may be many more, especially if civilization is fated to endure any worse convulsions than those which have occurred between 1975 A.D. and the present time. \n\nI should state therefore, that I, Anthony Rogers, am, so far as I know, the only man alive whose normal span of eighty-one years of life has been spread over a period of 573 years. To be precise, I lived the first twenty-nine years of my life between 1898 and 1927; the other fifty-two since 2419. The gap between these two, a period of nearly five hundred years, I spent in a state of suspended animation, free from the ravages of katabolic processes, and without any apparent effect on my physical or mental faculties. (Summary from the Foreword)</p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/armageddon-2419-a-d-by-philip-francis-nowlan/ |
elsewhere set down whatever interest this 25th century personal recollections 20th century occurs memoirs 25th century may equal interest 500 years now particularly view unique perspective seen 25th century entering did one leap across gap 492 years statement requires elucidation still many world familiar unique experience five centuries may many more especially civilization fated endure worse convulsions occurred 1975 a d present time state therefore i anthony rogers am far know man alive whose normal span eighty one years life spread period 573 years precise lived first twenty nine years life 1898 1927 fifty two since 2419 gap two period nearly five hundred years spent state suspended animation free ravages katabolic processes without apparent effect physical mental faculties summary foreword p |
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6917 |
7510 |
Narrative of My Captivity Among the Sioux Indians |
Fanny Kelly |
True Crime, Memoirs |
"Narrative of my captivity among the Sioux Indians: with a brief account of General Sully's Indian expedition in 1864, bearing upon events occurring in my captivity"<br/><br/>\n\n"I was a member of a small company of emigrants, who were attacked by an overwhelming force of hostile Sioux, which resulted in the death of a large proportion of the party, in my own capture, and a horrible captivity of five months' duration. Of my thrilling adventures and experience during this season of terror and privation, I propose to give a plain, unvarnished narrative, hoping the reader will be more interested in facts concerning the habits, manners, and customs of the Indians, and their treatment of prisoners, than in theoretical speculations and fine-wrought sentences." (Summary from Introduction) </p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-my-captivity-by-fanny-kelly/ |
narrative captivity among sioux indians brief account general sully s indian expedition 1864 bearing upon events occurring captivity br br i member small company emigrants attacked overwhelming force hostile sioux resulted death large proportion party capture horrible captivity five months duration thrilling adventures experience season terror privation propose give plain unvarnished narrative hoping reader interested facts concerning habits manners customs indians treatment prisoners theoretical speculations fine wrought sentences summary introduction p |
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6924 |
7517 |
Demon of the Gibbet |
Fitz-James O'Brien |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Demon of the Gibbet by Fitz-James O'Brien. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 10, 2013.<br><br>Fitz James O'Brien was an Irish-born American writer, some of whose work is often considered a forerunner of today's science fiction. After emigrating to the United States in 1852 he contibuted numerous articles in prose and verse to Harpers Magazine, Vanity Fair and Atlantic Monthly. He died IN April 1862 from severe wounds suffered in the American Civil War. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-demon-of-the-gibbet-by-fitz-james-obrien/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings demon gibbet fitz james o brien fortnightly poetry project february 10 2013 br br fitz james o brien irish born american writer whose work often considered forerunner today s science fiction emigrating united states 1852 contibuted numerous articles prose verse harpers magazine vanity fair atlantic monthly died april 1862 severe wounds suffered american civil war summary wikipedia p |
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6918 |
7511 |
Ausgewählte Novellen |
Guy de Maupassant |
Erotica, Single Author Collections |
Die Liebe und das Leben - in aller Leichtigkeit und Leidenschaft, mit ihren Abgründen und ihren Vergänglichkeit - das sind die Hauptthemen dieser Novellen. Von der Erotik des Augenblicks über die Düsternis des Wahnsinns bis zur bitteren Erkenntnis der Endlichkeit aller Dinge spannt sich der Bogen, in dem der meisterhafte Beobachter und Erzähler Maupassant die Tiefen des menschlichen Herzens auslotet. <br>Maupassant hat etwa 300 Novellen geschrieben. Er gilt als einer der großen französischen Erzähler des 19. Jahrhunderts. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) <br> </br>Eine erweitere Fassung dieses Projekts gibt es <a href="https://archive.org/details/MaupassantNovellen">hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ausgewaehlte-novellen-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
die liebe und das leben aller leichtigkeit und leidenschaft mit ihren abgründen und ihren vergänglichkeit das sind die hauptthemen dieser novellen von der erotik des augenblicks über die düsternis des wahnsinns bis zur bitteren erkenntnis der endlichkeit aller dinge spannt sich der bogen dem der meisterhafte beobachter und erzähler maupassant die tiefen des menschlichen herzens auslotet br maupassant hat etwa 300 novellen geschrieben er gilt als einer der großen französischen erzähler des 19 jahrhunderts zusammenfassung von hokuspokus br br eine erweitere fassung dieses projekts gibt es a href https archive org details maupassantnovellen hier a p |
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6919 |
7512 |
Best American Humorous Short Stories |
Alexander Jessup |
Short Stories |
Eighteen short stories by famous and little known authors compassing the period 1839 - 1914. The editor's very extensive introduction is omitted from this Librivox audio book. (Summary by David Wales) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-american-humorous-short-stories-by-alexander-jessup-editor/ |
eighteen short stories famous little known authors compassing period 1839 1914 editor s extensive introduction omitted librivox audio book summary david wales p |
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6920 |
7513 |
History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution: Volume 1 |
Rev. James MacCaffrey |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
This first volume of a two volume set traces the trials and triumphs of the Catholic Church during the period before the reformation up to the 19th century. The origins, causes and developments of the various protestant sects that were the fruit of the reformation are studied in depth, as well as the men, schools of thought and movements within and without the Church that influenced this important time period in Church history. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-catholic-church-from-the-renaissance-to-the-french-revolution-volume-1-by-rev-james-maccaffrey/ |
first volume two volume set traces trials triumphs catholic church period reformation 19th century origins causes developments various protestant sects fruit reformation studied depth well men schools thought movements within without church influenced important time period church history summary maria therese p |
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6921 |
7514 |
Century of Roundels |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry |
A roundel (not to be confused with the rondel) is a form of verse used in English language poetry devised by Algernon Charles Swinburne (1837–1909). It is a variation of the French rondeau form. It makes use of refrains, repeated according to a certain stylized pattern. A roundel consists of nine lines each having the same number of syllables, plus a refrain after the third line and after the last line. The refrain must be identical with the beginning of the first line: it may be a half-line, and rhymes with the second line. It has three stanzas and its rhyme scheme is as follows: A B A R ; B A B ; A B A R ; where R is the refrain. Swinburne had published a book A Century of Roundels. He dedicated these poems to his friend Christina Rossetti, who then started writing roundels herself, as evidenced by the following examples from her anthology of poetry: Wife to Husband; A Better Resurrection; A Life's Parallels; Today for me; It is finished; From Metastasio. (Summary by wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/a-century-of-roundels-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
roundel not confused rondel form verse used english language poetry devised algernon charles swinburne 1837 1909 variation french rondeau form makes use refrains repeated according certain stylized pattern roundel consists nine lines number syllables plus refrain third line last line refrain must identical beginning first line may half line rhymes second line three stanzas rhyme scheme follows b r b b b r r refrain swinburne published book century roundels dedicated poems friend christina rossetti started writing roundels herself evidenced following examples anthology poetry wife husband better resurrection life s parallels today me finished metastasio summary wikipedia p |
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6922 |
7515 |
Girls of Friendly Terrace (or Peggy Raymond's Success) |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
Peggy Raymond and her friends, Amy, Priscilla and Ruth, encounter a new neighbour, Elaine, and her family. While Peggy, in her usual cheerful and practical manner, welcomes them into the neighbourhood of Friendly Terrace, a variety of mysteries slowly unfold about them and why they ended up moving there. (Harriet Lummis Smith later went on to write four sequels to Eleanor H. Porter's "Pollyanna" books.) (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-girls-of-friendly-terrace-or-peggy-raymonds-success-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
peggy raymond friends amy priscilla ruth encounter new neighbour elaine family peggy usual cheerful practical manner welcomes neighbourhood friendly terrace variety mysteries slowly unfold ended moving there harriet lummis smith later went write four sequels eleanor h porter s pollyanna books summary daryl wor p |
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6923 |
7516 |
Thrice Toss Those Oaken Ashes in the Air |
Thomas Campion |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Thrice Toss Those Oaken Ashes in the Air by Thomas Campion. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 10, 2013.<br><br>Thomas Campion was an English composer, poet, and physician. He wrote over a hundred lute songs; masques for dancing, and an authoritative technical treatise on music. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/thrice-toss-those-oaken-ashes-in-the-air-by-thomas-campion/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings thrice toss oaken ashes air thomas campion weekly poetry project february 10 2013 br br thomas campion english composer poet physician wrote hundred lute songs masques dancing authoritative technical treatise music summary wikipedia p |
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6925 |
7518 |
Oblomov |
Ivan Goncharov |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction, Satire |
Oblomov is the best known novel by Russian writer Ivan Goncharov, first published in 1859. Oblomov is also the central character of the novel, often seen as the ultimate incarnation of the superfluous man, a symbolic character in 19th-century Russian literature. Oblomov is a young, generous nobleman who seems incapable of making important decisions or undertaking any significant actions. Spoiled as a child to the point of not even being able to put on his own socks, Oblomov is unprepared to deal with the smallest difficulty of adult life. In his fevered dreams he sees the words "Oblomovstchina" ("Oblomovism" or in this translation "the disease of Oblomovka") in flaming letters on the ceiling putting a name to the disability of which he is all too aware.<br/><br/>This romantic novel was considered a satire of Russian nobility whose social and economic function was increasingly in question in mid-nineteenth century Russia, and from it the word "Oblomovstchina" entered the Russian vocabulary. (Summary by Wikipedia and Kevin Davidson)<br/><br/>Note: This 1915 edition was abridged by the translator.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/oblomov-by-ivan-goncharov/ |
oblomov best known novel russian writer ivan goncharov first published 1859 oblomov also central character novel often seen ultimate incarnation superfluous man symbolic character 19th century russian literature oblomov young generous nobleman seems incapable making important decisions undertaking significant actions spoiled child point even able put socks oblomov unprepared deal smallest difficulty adult life fevered dreams sees words oblomovstchina oblomovism translation the disease oblomovka flaming letters ceiling putting name disability aware br br this romantic novel considered satire russian nobility whose social economic function increasingly question mid nineteenth century russia word oblomovstchina entered russian vocabulary summary wikipedia kevin davidson br br note 1915 edition abridged translator p |
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6926 |
7519 |
At the Foot of the Rainbow |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
This story is about three people, two men and a woman. Jimmy, selfish and deceitful, who has shamelessly lied to, cheated, and used his dear friend Dannie for years. His wife Mary, who loves another. And finally Dannie himself, the patient, kind, loving and thoughtful friend of both Jimmie and Mary. He would do anything for them, but what will he do when he find out Jimmy's terrible secret? <br><br>This wonderful book is full of feeling, love, sadness, and friendship. It will will make you smile, cry, and, at times, laugh. Don't miss this delightful story. Summary by fiddlesticks.<br><br> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-foot-of-the-rainbow-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
story three people two men woman jimmy selfish deceitful shamelessly lied to cheated used dear friend dannie years wife mary loves another finally dannie himself patient kind loving thoughtful friend jimmie mary would anything them find jimmy s terrible secret br br this wonderful book full feeling love sadness friendship make smile cry and times laugh miss delightful story summary fiddlesticks br br |
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6927 |
7520 |
Irish Idylls |
Jane Barlow |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Irish Idylls is a collection of short stories about Irish peasantry during the 19th Century. Ms Jane Barlow, an Irish lass, having, unbelievably, an uncertain date of birth, has a turn of phrase that delights and simultaneously enmeshes the reader/listener with compassion for her tableau. She captures the tune and lilt of dialogue so delightfully. A tiny sample: "So, by hook or by crook, Lisconnel holds together from year to year, with no particular prospect of changes; though it would be safe enough to prophesy that should any occur, they will tend towards the falling in of derelict roofs, and the growth of weeds round deserted hearthstones and crumbling walls." Although of high social standing, I suspect she might have been a “left-footer” but maybe not, her sympathies lying so dramatically with local Irish peasants of her acquaintance. She portrays a decided antipathy toward English rule/subjection of these peasants along with a rather stark anti-clerical and anti-religious leaning, which I find somewhat unusual for the time. But there it is at the end of the day. This book, Irish Idylls, published in 1893, was perhaps her greatest success and was followed by a sequel Strangers at Lisconnel in 1895, which, God willing, we may also get to in due course. I do hope I get a chance to sing an Irish ballad somewhere herein. (Summary by JCarson) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/irish-idylls-by-barlow-jane/ |
irish idylls collection short stories irish peasantry 19th century ms jane barlow irish lass having unbelievably uncertain date birth turn phrase delights simultaneously enmeshes reader listener compassion tableau captures tune lilt dialogue delightfully tiny sample so hook crook lisconnel holds together year year particular prospect changes though would safe enough prophesy occur tend towards falling derelict roofs growth weeds round deserted hearthstones crumbling walls although high social standing suspect might left footer maybe not sympathies lying dramatically local irish peasants acquaintance portrays decided antipathy toward english rule subjection peasants along rather stark anti clerical anti religious leaning find somewhat unusual time end day book irish idylls published 1893 perhaps greatest success followed sequel strangers lisconnel 1895 which god willing may also get due course hope get chance sing irish ballad somewhere herein summary jcarson p |
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6928 |
7521 |
De Agricultura |
Marcus Porcius Cato |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
<br />Noted for being the most extensive piece of early Latin prose, it abounds in archaic imperatives and shows an almost total lack of subordinate clauses. Its subject matter is the pedestrian business of managing a Roman farm in the second century BC. The simplicity, however, may be only partially genuine. For Cato had a strong political and social agenda, based on the rejection of foreign, i.e., Greek, influences and the fostering of traditional Roman values, for which the persona of the plain rustic speaker may have proved useful. (Summary by malone) </p> |
Latin |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/de-agricultura-by-marcus-porcius-cato/ |
br noted extensive piece early latin prose abounds archaic imperatives shows almost total lack subordinate clauses subject matter pedestrian business managing roman farm second century bc simplicity however may partially genuine cato strong political social agenda based rejection foreign i e greek influences fostering traditional roman values persona plain rustic speaker may proved useful summary malone p |
| 6992 |
6929 |
7523 |
Decoration of Houses |
Ogden Codman, Jr. |
Education, Reference |
The Decoration of Houses, a manual of interior design written by Edith Wharton with architect Ogden Codman, was first published in 1897. In the book, the authors denounced Victorian-style interior decoration and interior design, especially those rooms that were decorated with heavy window curtains, Victorian bric-a-brac and overstuffed furniture. They argued that such rooms emphasized upholstery at the expense of proper space planning and architectural design and were, therefore, uncomfortable and rarely used. Wharton and Codman advocated the creation of houses with rooms decorated with strong architectural wall and ceiling treatments, accentuated by well-suited furniture, rooms based on simple, classical design principles such as symmetry and proportion and a sense of architectural balance. The Decoration of Houses is considered a seminal work and its success led to the emergence of professional decorators working in the manner advocated by its authors. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-decoration-of-houses-by-edith-wharton/ |
decoration houses manual interior design written edith wharton architect ogden codman first published 1897 book authors denounced victorian style interior decoration interior design especially rooms decorated heavy window curtains victorian bric a brac overstuffed furniture argued rooms emphasized upholstery expense proper space planning architectural design were therefore uncomfortable rarely used wharton codman advocated creation houses rooms decorated strong architectural wall ceiling treatments accentuated well suited furniture rooms based simple classical design principles symmetry proportion sense architectural balance decoration houses considered seminal work success led emergence professional decorators working manner advocated authors summary wikipedia p |
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6930 |
7524 |
Underground Railroad, Part 1 |
William Still |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
”It was my good fortune to lend a helping hand to the weary travelers flying from the land of bondage.” William Still.<br><br>\n"Dear Sir:—For most of the years I have lived, the escape of fugitives from slavery, and their efforts to baffle the human and other bloodhounds who tracked them, formed the romance of American History. That romance is now ended, and our grandchildren will hardly believe its leading incidents except on irresistible testimony. I rejoice that you are collecting and presenting that testimony, and heartily wish you a great success." Horace Greeley.<br><br>\nWilliam Still is often called the Father of the Underground Railroad. Over 14 years, he helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada. Still was committed to preserving the stories of the bondmen and he kept careful records of the many escaped slaves who passed through the Philadelphia “station”. The Underground Railroad was published in 1871 from Still’s records and diaries. In bringing you these stories, Librivox volunteers are reading from the 1878 edition. (Summary by MaryAnn)\n<br /><br />Complete list of recordings comprising this book:\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 1</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 2</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 3</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 4</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 5</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/ |
it good fortune lend helping hand weary travelers flying land bondage william still br br dear sir for years lived escape fugitives slavery efforts baffle human bloodhounds tracked them formed romance american history romance ended grandchildren hardly believe leading incidents except irresistible testimony rejoice collecting presenting testimony heartily wish great success horace greeley br br william still often called father underground railroad 14 years helped hundreds slaves escape freedom canada still committed preserving stories bondmen kept careful records many escaped slaves passed philadelphia station underground railroad published 1871 still s records diaries bringing stories librivox volunteers reading 1878 edition summary maryann br br complete list recordings comprising book a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 1 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 1 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 2 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 2 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 3 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 3 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 4 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 4 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 5 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 5 a br br |
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6943 |
7537 |
Warlord of Mars (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
In this third installment of the adventures of John Carter on Mars, our hero labors under sentence of death (for having returned from the land of the dead) in a heroic struggle to recover the beautiful Dejah Thoris, Princess of Helium. He scours the planet from pole to pole, enduring imprisonment and torture, outwitting antagonists, reveling in carnage, accepting aid from unlikely sources, and dealing tactfully with women who love him despite his devotion to his wife. Having deprived an entire planet of its false religion, he offers in its place worldwide alliances and the promise of lasting peace. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-warlord-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs-2/ |
third installment adventures john carter mars hero labors sentence death for returned land dead heroic struggle recover beautiful dejah thoris princess helium scours planet pole pole enduring imprisonment torture outwitting antagonists reveling carnage accepting aid unlikely sources dealing tactfully women love despite devotion wife deprived entire planet false religion offers place worldwide alliances promise lasting peace summary thomas copeland p |
| 6995 |
6931 |
7525 |
Father |
August Strindberg |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900, Drama |
<i>The Father</i> is a naturalistic drama by Swedish playwright August Strindberg. The central conflict is between the Captain and his wife Laura about their daughter Bertha's future. In order to gain sole custody of her daughter, Laura tries to convince the Captain that he has gone mad. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>A Captain of Cavalry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Laura: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Bertha: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Dr. Ostermark: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>The Pastor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>The Nurse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Nojd: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>An Orderly: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7853">David Warner</a><br>Mother-in-Law: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-father-by-august-strindberg/ |
i the father i naturalistic drama swedish playwright august strindberg central conflict captain wife laura daughter bertha s future order gain sole custody daughter laura tries convince captain gone mad summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br a captain cavalry a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br laura a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br bertha a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br dr ostermark a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br the pastor a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br the nurse a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br nojd a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br an orderly a href http librivox org reader 7853 david warner a br mother in law a href http librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
| 6996 |
6932 |
7526 |
Jetta of the Lowlands |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
Fantastic and Sinister Are the Lowlands into Which Philip Grant Descends on His Dangerous Assignment. (Summary by Ray Cummings)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/jetta-of-the-lowlands-by-ray-cummings/ |
fantastic sinister lowlands philip grant descends dangerous assignment summary ray cummings p |
| 6997 |
6933 |
7527 |
Armageddon- 2419 A.D. (Version 2) |
Philip Francis Nowlan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Armageddon—2419 A.D. is the first appearance of the character that would become Buck Rogers. First published in the August 1928 issue of Amazing Stories, followed by a sequel in March 1929. These two novellas would spawn a comic strip that would run for over 40 years, a radio series, a movie serial, and a bevy of imitators. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd) <p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/armageddon-2419-a-d-solo-by-philip-francis-nowlan/ |
armageddon 2419 a d first appearance character would become buck rogers first published august 1928 issue amazing stories followed sequel march 1929 two novellas would spawn comic strip would run 40 years radio series movie serial bevy imitators summary alan winterrowd p |
| 6998 |
6934 |
7528 |
Confessionum Libri Tredecim |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Biography & Autobiography |
Confessions (Latin: Confessiones) is the name of an autobiographical work, consisting of 13 books, by St. Augustine of Hippo, written between AD 397 and AD 398. Modern English translations of it are sometimes published under the title The Confessions of St. Augustine in order to distinguish the book from other books with similar titles. Its original title was "Confessions in Thirteen Books", and it was composed to be read out loud with each book being a complete unit. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
Latin |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/confessionum-libri-tredecim-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
confessions latin confessiones name autobiographical work consisting 13 books st augustine hippo written ad 397 ad 398 modern english translations sometimes published title confessions st augustine order distinguish book books similar titles original title confessions thirteen books composed read loud book complete unit summary wikipedia p |
| 6999 |
6935 |
7529 |
Valley of the Moon |
Jack London |
Essays & Short Works |
The novel Valley of the Moon is a story of a working-class couple, Billy and Saxon Roberts, struggling laborers in Oakland at the Turn-of-the-Century, who left the city life behind and searched Central and Northern California for a suitable farmland to own. The book is notable for the scenes in which the proletarian hero enjoys fellowship with the artists' colony in Carmel, and he settles in the Valley of the Moon. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-vally-of-the-moon-by-jack-london/ |
novel valley moon story working class couple billy saxon roberts struggling laborers oakland turn of the century left city life behind searched central northern california suitable farmland own book notable scenes proletarian hero enjoys fellowship artists colony carmel settles valley moon summary wikipedia p |
| 7000 |
6936 |
7530 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 007 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>\n01 Japanese - Fushinchuu by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mori_Ōgai">Mori Ogai</a> (1862-1922) [1910] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000129/files/45255_19786.html">Text</a>. Key words: prose, fiction, constructing, Ginza\n02 Russian - Монго by <a href="Mikhail Lermontov">Mikhail Lermontov</a> (1814-1841) [] - <a href="http://ru.wikisource.org/wiki/Монго_(Лермонтов)">Text</a>. Key words: poem<br />\n03 Spanish - Annabel Lee by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Allan_Poe">Edgar Allan Poe</a> (1809-1849) [] translated by Alberto Lasplaces (1887-1950) - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/25807/25807-h/25807-h.htm#ANNABEL_LEE">Text</a>. Key words: Poem<br />\n04 Polish - Odsiecz Wiednia by <a href="http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tadeusz_Boy-Żeleński">Tadeusz Boy-Żeleński</a> (1874-1941) [1913] - <a href="http://wolnelektury.pl/katalog/lektura/slowka-zbior-odsiecz-wiednia.html">Text</a>. Key words: opowiadanie, humor, bitwa pod Wiedniem, historia<br />\n05 French - L'éloge de rien, dédié à personne by <a href="http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_Coquelet">Louis Coquelet</a> (1674-1754) [1730] - <a href="http://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k6308420j.r=eloge+de+rien.langFR">Text</a>. Key words: Philosophy Satire<br />\n06 Portuguese - Língua Portuguesa by <a href="http://www.antoniomiranda.com.br/poesia_ingles/olavo_bilac.html">Olavo Bilac</a> (1865-1918) [] - <a href="http://www.antoniomiranda.com.br/poesia_ingles/olavo_bilac.html">Text</a>. Key words: Poetry, Fiction, celebrating the Portuguese Language<br />\n07 Portuguese - Velhas Árvores by <a href="http://www.antoniomiranda.com.br/poesia_ingles/olavo_bilac.html">Olavo Bilac</a> (1865-1918) [] - <a href="http://www.antoniomiranda.com.br/poesia_ingles/olavo_bilac.html">Text</a>. Key words: Poetry, fiction, nature<br />\n08 Spanish - La Confesión de un Crimen, from Spanish Tales for Beginners by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armando_Palacio_Valdés">Armando Palacio Valdés</a> (1853-1938) [1919] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/36805/36805-h/36805-h.htm#LA_CONFESION_DE_UN_CRIMEN">Text</a>. Key words: Short story<br />\n09 Russian - Pervyi Sneg by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyotr_Vyazemsky">Pyotr Andreevich Vyazemsky</a> (1792-1878) [1819] - <a href="http://www.world-art.ru/lyric/lyric.php?id=11886">Text</a>. Key words: Poetry<br />\n10 Russian - Rossiya (Россия) by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aleksandr_Blok">Aleksandr Blok (Александр Блок)</a> (1880-1921) [] - <a href="http://ilibrary.ru/text/1744/p.1/index.html">Text</a>. Key words: poem<br />\n11-15 Dutch - Sonnets by <a href="zoon_Hoof">Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft</a> (1581-1647) [1610] - <a href="http://cf.hum.uva.nl/dsp/ljc/hooft/sonn.html">Text</a><br />\nKey words: poetry, fiction, love sonnet, Dutch Golden Age<br />\n16 Latin - Horace Ode 2: To Augustus (from Odes and Epodes) by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace">Quintus Horatius Flaccus</a> (65 BC-8 BC) [] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/9646/pg9646.html">Text</a>. Key words: Poem, Ode</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-007/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 japanese fushinchuu a href http en wikipedia org wiki mori_ōgai mori ogai a 1862 1922 1910 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000129 files 45255_19786 html text a key words prose fiction constructing ginza 02 russian монго a href mikhail lermontov mikhail lermontov a 1814 1841 a href http ru wikisource org wiki монго_ лермонтов text a key words poem br 03 spanish annabel lee a href http en wikipedia org wiki edgar_allan_poe edgar allan poe a 1809 1849 translated alberto lasplaces 1887 1950 a href http www gutenberg org files 25807 25807 h 25807 h htm annabel_lee text a key words poem br 04 polish odsiecz wiednia a href http pl wikipedia org wiki tadeusz_boy żeleński tadeusz boy żeleński a 1874 1941 1913 a href http wolnelektury pl katalog lektura slowka zbior odsiecz wiednia html text a key words opowiadanie humor bitwa pod wiedniem historia br 05 french l éloge de rien dédié à personne a href http fr wikipedia org wiki louis_coquelet louis coquelet a 1674 1754 1730 a href http gallica bnf fr ark 12148 bpt6k6308420j r eloge de rien langfr text a key words philosophy satire br 06 portuguese língua portuguesa a href http www antoniomiranda com br poesia_ingles olavo_bilac html olavo bilac a 1865 1918 a href http www antoniomiranda com br poesia_ingles olavo_bilac html text a key words poetry fiction celebrating portuguese language br 07 portuguese velhas árvores a href http www antoniomiranda com br poesia_ingles olavo_bilac html olavo bilac a 1865 1918 a href http www antoniomiranda com br poesia_ingles olavo_bilac html text a key words poetry fiction nature br 08 spanish la confesión de un crimen spanish tales beginners a href http en wikipedia org wiki armando_palacio_valdés armando palacio valdés a 1853 1938 1919 a href http www gutenberg org files 36805 36805 h 36805 h htm la_confesion_de_un_crimen text a key words short story br 09 russian pervyi sneg a href http en wikipedia org wiki pyotr_vyazemsky pyotr andreevich vyazemsky a 1792 1878 1819 a href http www world art ru lyric lyric php id 11886 text a key words poetry br 10 russian rossiya россия a href http en wikipedia org wiki aleksandr_blok aleksandr blok александр блок a 1880 1921 a href http ilibrary ru text 1744 p 1 index html text a key words poem br 11 15 dutch sonnets a href zoon_hoof pieter corneliszoon hooft a 1581 1647 1610 a href http cf hum uva nl dsp ljc hooft sonn html text a br key words poetry fiction love sonnet dutch golden age br 16 latin horace ode 2 augustus from odes epodes a href http en wikipedia org wiki horace quintus horatius flaccus a 65 bc 8 bc a href http www gutenberg org cache epub 9646 pg9646 html text a key words poem ode p |
| 7001 |
6944 |
7538 |
Within the Deep |
R. Cadwallader Smith |
Science |
Presented in the form of lessons, R. Cadwallader Smith vividly portrays life in the ocean. Learn about the common and not so common that swim about in the deep, how they hunt for food and hide from enemies, visit a nursery and find out about the babies that live there, or take a stroll in an underwater garden. (Summary by Laura Victoria)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/within-the-deep-by-r-cadwallader-smith/ |
presented form lessons r cadwallader smith vividly portrays life ocean learn common common swim deep hunt food hide enemies visit nursery find babies live there take stroll underwater garden summary laura victoria p |
| 7002 |
6937 |
7531 |
Евреи и Россия (Jews and Russia) |
Ze'ev Jabotinsky |
Essays |
Collection of articles 1903-1912 that became seminal to the organized Zionist movement in Russian Empire and the world. In Russian.<BR>2014 marks the 50th anniversary of the restoration of historic justice—transfer of the remains of Vladimir Jabotinsky to the land of Israel by the decision of the Israeli Government, as Jabotinsky demanded in his will. Vladimir (Ze'ev) Jabotinsky (1880-1940), founder and inspirational leader of Russian Zionism, founder of the Jewish Legion, "Irgun", and "Beitar", writer, poet, essayist, journalist, translator, and perhaps the most underrated writer of the 20-th century. For 16 years (1948-1964), the Government of Israel did not take the initiative in acting upon his last will. The controversy is still boiling: in 2008, the Israeli Minister of Education announced plans for withdrawal of the Jabotinsky name from the school programs (plans not implemented).<BR><BR>Собрание статей 1903-1912 гг., которые заложили идейную основу сионистскому движению в Российской Империи и во всем мире.<BR>В 2014 году исполняется 50 лет восстановлению исторической справедливости — перенесению останков Владимира Жаботинского в землю Израиля по решению правительства Государства Израиль — как это требовал сам Жаботинский в своём завещании. Владимир (Зеэв) Жаботинский (1880-1940) — основатель и идеолог Российского сионизма, создатель Еврейского легиона и организаций «Иргун» и «Бейтар»; писатель, поэт, публицист, журналист, переводчик и, возможно, самый недооцененный литератор 20-го века. Правительство Израиля в течение 16 лет (1948-1964) не проявляло инициативы в исполнении его последней воли. Страсти не утихают до сих пор — в 2008 г. израильской министр образования объявил о планах изъятия имени Жаботинского из школьных программ (планы не осуществлены).<BR>(Summary by Mark Chulsky)</p> |
Russian |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/jews-and-russia-by-vladimir-jabotinsky/ |
collection articles 1903 1912 became seminal organized zionist movement russian empire world russian br 2014 marks 50th anniversary restoration historic justice transfer remains vladimir jabotinsky land israel decision israeli government jabotinsky demanded will vladimir ze ev jabotinsky 1880 1940 founder inspirational leader russian zionism founder jewish legion irgun beitar writer poet essayist journalist translator perhaps underrated writer 20 th century 16 years 1948 1964 government israel take initiative acting upon last will controversy still boiling 2008 israeli minister education announced plans withdrawal jabotinsky name school programs plans implemented br br собрание статей 1903 1912 гг которые заложили идейную основу сионистскому движению в российской империи и во всем мире br в 2014 году исполняется 50 лет восстановлению исторической справедливости перенесению останков владимира жаботинского в землю израиля по решению правительства государства израиль как это требовал сам жаботинский в своём завещании владимир зеэв жаботинский 1880 1940 основатель и идеолог российского сионизма создатель еврейского легиона и организаций иргун и бейтар писатель поэт публицист журналист переводчик и возможно самый недооцененный литератор 20 го века правительство израиля в течение 16 лет 1948 1964 не проявляло инициативы в исполнении его последней воли страсти не утихают до сих пор в 2008 г израильской министр образования объявил о планах изъятия имени жаботинского из школьных программ планы не осуществлены br summary mark chulsky p |
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6938 |
7532 |
Jewels of Aptor |
Samuel R. Delany |
Science Fiction |
Delany's first novel, from 1962, serves as a sort of prologue to the subsequent Captives of the Flame, 1963. Set several centuries after the Great Fire -- a nuclear holocaust -- a young woman seeks her destiny with the help of a four-armed youth. (Summary by BellonaTimes)<p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/the-jewels-of-aptor-by-samuel-r-delany/ |
delany s first novel 1962 serves sort prologue subsequent captives flame 1963 set several centuries great fire nuclear holocaust young woman seeks destiny help four armed youth summary bellonatimes p |
| 7004 |
6939 |
7533 |
Three Clerks (version 2) |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Romance and crime in the mid-19th century British Civil Service. In this early novel,Trollope draws on his own experiences as a junior clerk in the General Post Office to provide an entertaining and moving account of how ambition within the service can affect friendship and love. (Summary by Anthony Ogus) <p>\n\n |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-clerks-version-2-by-anthony-trollope/ |
romance crime mid 19th century british civil service early novel trollope draws experiences junior clerk general post office provide entertaining moving account ambition within service affect friendship love summary anthony ogus p |
| 7005 |
6940 |
7534 |
Westminster Alice |
Saki |
Satire, History , Political Science |
<br />Published five years before John Kendrick Bangs had the same idea with <a href="http://librivox.org/alice-in-blunderland-an-iridescent-dream-by-john-kendrick-bangs/"><i>Alice in Blunderland</i></a>, Saki, in his 1902 series of satirical articles, takes an Alice in Wonderland view of British politics, which Alice finds even stranger than events in Wonderland.<br /><br />In all honesty, owing to its extremely topical nature this political satire hasn't worn well, which explains why it has virtually sunk without trace. To appreciate it at all, it's really rather necessary to understand the topical references. I am no historian, least of all a political historian, but I have researched it as well as I can, and made some notes in an attempt to put the events and characters into their political context for the listener. My notes may be found on the Internet Archive in <a href="https://archive.org/details/westminsteralice_notes" rel="nofollow">audio form</a> or in <a href="https://archive.org/details/westminsteralice_notes_text" rel="nofollow">text form</a>.<br /><br />I hope that this may still appeal to the political sceptic of today. With some basic understanding of the situation, I found the satire bitingly keen at points, and was left with the feeling that some aspects of British politics have changed little in more than a century, although current political satire sadly lacks Saki's wit. As the Red Queen says: "I don't know what business you have here, if you don't belong to the Cabinet; of course... there are so many of them, and they're mostly so unimportant that one can't be expected to remember all their faces." (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-westminster-alice-by-saki/ |
br published five years john kendrick bangs idea a href http librivox org alice in blunderland an iridescent dream by john kendrick bangs i alice blunderland i a saki 1902 series satirical articles takes alice wonderland view british politics alice finds even stranger events wonderland br br in honesty owing extremely topical nature political satire worn well explains virtually sunk without trace appreciate all really rather necessary understand topical references historian least political historian researched well can made notes attempt put events characters political context listener notes may found internet archive a href https archive org details westminsteralice_notes rel nofollow audio form a a href https archive org details westminsteralice_notes_text rel nofollow text form a br br i hope may still appeal political sceptic today basic understanding situation found satire bitingly keen points left feeling aspects british politics changed little century although current political satire sadly lacks saki s wit red queen says i know business here belong cabinet course many them they re mostly unimportant one can t expected remember faces introduction ruth golding br br |
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6941 |
7535 |
Tale of Pony Twinkleheels |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
"When Johnnie Green sent him along the road at a trot, Twinkleheels' tiny feet moved so fast that you could scarcely have told one from another. Being a pony, and only half as big as a horse, he had to move his legs twice as quickly as a horse did in order to travel at a horse's speed. Twinkleheels' friends knew that he didn't care to be beaten by any horse, no matter how long-legged. "It's spirit, not size, that counts," Farmer Green often remarked as he watched Twinkleheels tripping out of the yard, sometimes with Johnnie on his back, sometimes drawing Johnnie in a little, red-wheeled buggy. Old dog Spot agreed with Farmer Green. When Twinkleheels first came to live on the farm Spot had thought him something of a joke." (Summary by author) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-pony-twinkleheels-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
when johnnie green sent along road trot twinkleheels tiny feet moved fast could scarcely told one another pony half big horse move legs twice quickly horse order travel horse s speed twinkleheels friends knew care beaten horse matter long legged it s spirit size counts farmer green often remarked watched twinkleheels tripping yard sometimes johnnie back sometimes drawing johnnie little red wheeled buggy old dog spot agreed farmer green twinkleheels first came live farm spot thought something joke summary author p |
| 7007 |
6942 |
7536 |
King Leir and His Three Daughters |
Anonymous |
Tragedy |
King Leir is an anonymous Elizabethan play about the life of the ancient Celtic king Leir of Britain. It was published in 1605 but was entered into the Stationers' Register on 15 May 1594. The play has attracted critical attention principally for its relationship with King Lear, Shakespeare's version of the same story. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>King Leir/Second Watchman/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Skalliger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Perillus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>The Gallian King/First Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>Mumford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7853">David Warner</a><br>King of Cornwall: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8570">Greg Przywara</a><br>Morgan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Servant/First Mariner: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Servant/Second Mariner/Second British Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3595">Martin Geeson</a><br>Ambassador: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Captain of the Watch/First British Captain: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>Gonorill: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6947">Grace</a><br>Ragan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Cordella: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Nobleman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Algy Pug</strong></p> |
English |
1605 |
https://librivox.org/king-leir-and-his-three-daughters-by-anonymous/ |
king leir anonymous elizabethan play life ancient celtic king leir britain published 1605 entered stationers register 15 may 1594 play attracted critical attention principally relationship king lear shakespeare s version story summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br king leir second watchman narrator a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br skalliger a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br perillus a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br the gallian king first watchman a href http librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br mumford a href http librivox org reader 7853 david warner a br king cornwall a href http librivox org reader 8570 greg przywara a br morgan a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br servant first mariner a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br servant second mariner second british captain a href http librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br ambassador a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br captain watch first british captain a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br gonorill a href http librivox org reader 6947 grace a br ragan a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br cordella a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br nobleman a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br br strong audio edited algy pug strong p |
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6945 |
7539 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 041 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.\n<br></br>\nFacino Cane übersetzt von Hedwig Lachmann (1869-1918)<br>\nDas schwatzende Herz übersetzt von Theodor Etzel<br>\nPierrot übersetzt von Georg von Ompteda (1863-1931)<br>\nTölpelhans übersetzt von Paul Arndt</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-041-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br facino cane übersetzt von hedwig lachmann 1869 1918 br das schwatzende herz übersetzt von theodor etzel br pierrot übersetzt von georg von ompteda 1863 1931 br tölpelhans übersetzt von paul arndt p |
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6946 |
7540 |
On War (Volumes 2 and 3) |
Carl von Clausewitz |
War & Military |
Perhaps the most famous work on the philosophy of war, and the effective use of military force, by a European author. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)<p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/on-war-volumes-two-and-three-by-carl-von-clausewitz/ |
perhaps famous work philosophy war effective use military force european author summary timothy ferguson p |
| 7010 |
6947 |
7541 |
Regulations for the order and discipline of the troops of the United States : part I |
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin, Baron von Steuben |
*Non-fiction, War & Military |
More commonly know as "The Blue Book" written by "Baron von Steuben" this publication was key to organizing the young American military in the Revolutionary War with England. This book served both as a regulation and a how-to manual. Each officer was required to: purchase a copy upon being commissioned, carry it at all times, read it, and use it. (Summary by David Olson)</p> |
English |
1794 |
https://librivox.org/regulations-for-the-order-and-discipline-of-the-troops-of-the-united-states-part-i-by-friedrich-wilhelm-ludolf-gerhard-augustin-baron-von-steuben/ |
commonly know the blue book written baron von steuben publication key organizing young american military revolutionary war england book served regulation how to manual officer required to purchase copy upon commissioned carry times read it use it summary david olson p |
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6948 |
7542 |
Pretty Lady |
Arnold Bennett |
Published 1900 onward |
‘The Pretty Lady’ is considered to be one of Bennett's most revealing and under-rated works. It is the story of a French prostitute, Christine, who has escaped from wartime Ostend, and set herself up in business in London. Though a refugee, she demands no pity; she is self-sufficient, practical and realistic. Christine is not a harpy preying on innocent soldiers, but a canny businesswoman, doing the best she can with the opportunities life has given her. Her main relationship is with G.J. Hoape, a wealthy man above the military age. Bennett in this novel presents a disturbing image of wartime society, fragmented, uneasy and divided. There are references to industrial unrest and to social injustices, and hints that the British press is less than frank about the war. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-pretty-lady-by-arnold-bennett/ |
the pretty lady considered one bennett s revealing under rated works story french prostitute christine escaped wartime ostend set business london though refugee demands pity self sufficient practical realistic christine harpy preying innocent soldiers canny businesswoman best opportunities life given her main relationship g j hoape wealthy man military age bennett novel presents disturbing image wartime society fragmented uneasy divided references industrial unrest social injustices hints british press less frank war summary simon evers p |
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6949 |
7543 |
Soldier's Letters to Charming Nellie |
Joseph Benjamin Polley |
Memoirs |
Whether written in camp, in hospital, or in hospitable home, the letters tell a plain, unvarnished, and true story of the observations and experiences, the impressions and feelings, of a soldier whose only personal regret is that he could not be one of those whose paroles at Appomattox are patents incontestable that they fought for the right as they saw it, as long as there was a hope to encourage them. Though not intended as history, they are historical in the respect that they narrate actual occurrences in camp, on the march, and in the battle. The lady to whom all but the last were addressed was no more a myth from 1861 to 1865 than now, when, a gray-haired wife, mother, and grandmother, she presides with the grace and dignity of the truest womanhood over the home made for her by the gallant officer of the Tennessee Army, her first and only beloved, whom she wedded shortly after the close of the war. To her soldier correspondent she was the friend of one more than a friend. It was not until March of 1865 that they ever met. Her letters kept him so well-advised of all that was transpiring in Texas, and were so friendly, entertaining, and altogether "charming," that, without leave or license, he substituted that adjective for the conventional "Miss" to which she was entitled. (Summary by J. B. Polley)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-soldiers-letters-to-charming-nellie-by-joseph-benjamin-polley/ |
whether written camp hospital hospitable home letters tell plain unvarnished true story observations experiences impressions feelings soldier whose personal regret could one whose paroles appomattox patents incontestable fought right saw it long hope encourage them though intended history historical respect narrate actual occurrences camp march battle lady last addressed myth 1861 1865 now when gray haired wife mother grandmother presides grace dignity truest womanhood home made gallant officer tennessee army first beloved wedded shortly close war soldier correspondent friend one friend march 1865 ever met letters kept well advised transpiring texas friendly entertaining altogether charming that without leave license substituted adjective conventional miss entitled summary j b polley p |
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6950 |
7544 |
Quintus Oakes: A Detective Story |
Charles Ross Jackson |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
There have been a series of assaults at the manor house, one sending the mistress of the house insane with fear, another escalating to murder. There are reports of a tread on the stairs and shady figures disappearing from view. The servants blame the supernatural, but Quintus Oakes gets to the bottom of the mystery. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/quintus-oakes-a-detective-story-by-charles-ross-jackson/ |
series assaults manor house one sending mistress house insane fear another escalating murder reports tread stairs shady figures disappearing view servants blame supernatural quintus oakes gets bottom mystery summary lynne thompson p |
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6951 |
7545 |
Adventures of Tom Sawyer (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Mark Twain |
Dramatic Readings |
Growing up on the banks of the Mississippi river, a mischievous boy named Tom Sawyer spends his days getting into one scrape after another. Tom's constant cleverness, superstition, trickery, and daring make him a handful to raise, and his Aunt Polly declares that she has "never seen the beat of that boy!" Tom is essentially good-hearted, however, but when he is witness to a horrible crime, his courage and integrity are tested beyond anything he ever expected. A note to parents: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is considered a children's classic, but contains racial slurs which, although "acceptable" in the time and place of the story's setting, will likely offend modern listeners. (Summary by Eden Rea-Hedrick)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br />Aunt Polly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Tom Sawyer/First Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br />Cousin Sid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8234">Tim Nelson</a><br />Alfred Temple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br />Jim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7786">Kevin W. Davidson</a><br />Ben Rogers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br />Cousin Mary/Mrs. Harper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />Billy/Grace Miller/Little Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br />Mr. Walters: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Joe Harper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a><br />Judge Thatcher/Reverend Sprague/Mr. Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br />Mrs. Thatcher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />Huckleberry Finn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br />Mr. Dobbins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br />Becky Thatcher/Dr. Robinson/The Sheriff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Muff Potter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8682">Todd Jenken</a><br />Injun Joe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7671">weirdone30</a><br />Mary Austin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a><br />Sally Rogers/Susy Harper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br />Little Girl/Third Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br />Second Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br />Prosecutor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4667">Maria Therese</a><br />Muff Potter's Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />Injun Joe's Comrade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />Widow Douglas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Michele Fry, Grace, Kimberly Krause, Piotr Nater, Eden Rea-Hedrick</strong><p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-dramatic-reading-by-mark-twain/ |
growing banks mississippi river mischievous boy named tom sawyer spends days getting one scrape another tom s constant cleverness superstition trickery daring make handful raise aunt polly declares never seen beat boy tom essentially good hearted however witness horrible crime courage integrity tested beyond anything ever expected note parents adventures tom sawyer considered children s classic contains racial slurs which although acceptable time place story s setting likely offend modern listeners summary eden rea hedrick br br strong cast strong br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br aunt polly a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br tom sawyer first young lady a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br cousin sid a href https librivox org reader 8234 tim nelson a br alfred temple a href https librivox org reader 8291 elliot gage a br jim a href https librivox org reader 7786 kevin w davidson a br ben rogers a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br cousin mary mrs harper a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br billy grace miller little boy a href https librivox org reader 8272 haili a br mr walters a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br joe harper a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br judge thatcher reverend sprague mr jones a href https librivox org reader 7867 nomorejeffs a br mrs thatcher a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br huckleberry finn a href https librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br mr dobbins a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br becky thatcher dr robinson the sheriff a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br muff potter a href https librivox org reader 8682 todd jenken a br injun joe a href https librivox org reader 7671 weirdone30 a br mary austin a href https librivox org reader 3776 bethany baldwin a br sally rogers susy harper a href https librivox org reader 8197 victoria p a br little girl third young lady a href https librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br second young lady a href https librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br prosecutor a href https librivox org reader 4667 maria therese a br muff potter s lawyer a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br injun joe s comrade a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br widow douglas a href https librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a br br strong audio edited michele fry grace kimberly krause piotr nater eden rea hedrick strong p |
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6952 |
7546 |
Joshua |
Georg Ebers |
Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
Hosea is a commander in Pharaoh's army... and a Hebrew. As he returns home from war, he finds that there has been a great pestilence in Egypt and his people are being blamed for it. Hosea receives a message from his father to follow his people to Succoth, but he is hesitant to give up his position in the army. Someone else also sends a message, containing a new name for him from God. There is much intrigue in this retelling of the Exodus, both among the Hebrews and in the court of Pharaoh. (Summary by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/joshua-by-georg-ebers/ |
hosea commander pharaoh s army hebrew returns home war finds great pestilence egypt people blamed it hosea receives message father follow people succoth hesitant give position army someone else also sends message containing new name god much intrigue retelling exodus among hebrews court pharaoh summary ann boulais p |
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6953 |
7547 |
Sunbeams |
George Wilbur Peck |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
George W. Peck was at times a writer, newspaper publisher and politician. Many of the Sunbeam essays had been published in Peck's paper, "The Sun", as amusing and often critical comments on social and political subjects, typically current in the beginning of the 1900's. Topics are often 'small town' United States, and Peck's gentle sarcasm or portrayals much resembles that of Twain.<br><br>\nListeners must be aware that the Spanish American War was a recent event, leading to the "Yankee" involvement in the Philippines. Admiral Dewey, who figures in several of the writings, had the Olympia as his flagship. The Dwight, mentioned in 'A Bear with a Jag', may have been Charles Dwight Sigsbee, Captain of the Maine in 1898. At this time the British Empire was in conflict with the Boers under Kruger, all topics of or mentioned in the early essays.\n<br><br>\nIn the slang of that time a "drummer" was a traveling salesman, while a trust was a financial combine with monopolistic powers. The essay title term "bimeatallic" likely is a take-off on the "bimetallic question", which referred to arguments over having gold and silver both as legal tender. Peck suggested, tongue in cheek, that there could be a 'standard' under which horsemeat should be disclosed as an ingredient of sausage. Indeed, many of the essays deal with questionable ingredients for foods, and were probably of high relevance to consumers who were without the regulatory protections and labelling requirements of today. In the same vein, the 'embalmed beef' served as rations to U.S. soldiers became notorious. (Summary by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/sunbeams-by-george-wilbur-peck/ |
george w peck times writer newspaper publisher politician many sunbeam essays published peck s paper the sun amusing often critical comments social political subjects typically current beginning 1900 s topics often small town united states peck s gentle sarcasm portrayals much resembles twain br br listeners must aware spanish american war recent event leading yankee involvement philippines admiral dewey figures several writings olympia flagship dwight mentioned a bear jag may charles dwight sigsbee captain maine 1898 time british empire conflict boers kruger topics mentioned early essays br br slang time drummer traveling salesman trust financial combine monopolistic powers essay title term bimeatallic likely take off bimetallic question referred arguments gold silver legal tender peck suggested tongue cheek could standard horsemeat disclosed ingredient sausage indeed many essays deal questionable ingredients foods probably high relevance consumers without regulatory protections labelling requirements today vein embalmed beef served rations u s soldiers became notorious summary arnold banner p |
| 7017 |
6954 |
7548 |
Letters of Jane Austen |
Jane Austen |
Letters |
This recording includes a selection of Jane Austen's letters, edited by Susan Coolidge and chosen from the collection of Austen's great-nephew, Edward, Lord Brabourne. The letters are mostly addressed to Austen's sister Cassandra, with whom she was very close. There are also some letters written to two of her nieces, Anna Austen Lefroy and Fanny Knight. They include some references to her published work, including Sense and Sensibility (abbreviated "S and S"), Pride and Prejudice (also called First Impressions, or P and P), Mansfield Park ("MP") and Emma. They are also replete with details about her family life, including the extended families and careers of her brothers, James, Edward, Frank, Henry, and Charles. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-jane-austen-by-jane-austen/ |
recording includes selection jane austen s letters edited susan coolidge chosen collection austen s great nephew edward lord brabourne letters mostly addressed austen s sister cassandra close also letters written two nieces anna austen lefroy fanny knight include references published work including sense sensibility abbreviated s s pride prejudice also called first impressions p p mansfield park mp emma also replete details family life including extended families careers brothers james edward frank henry charles summary elizabeth klett p |
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6955 |
7549 |
Why Crime Does Not Pay |
Sophie Lyons |
Memoirs |
The publishers believe that a picture of a life sketched by a master hand-somebody who stands in the world of crime as Edison does in his field or Morgan and Rockefeller do in theirs-could not fail to be impressive and valuable and prove the oft repeated statement that crime does not pay.\n<br><br>\nSuch a person is Sophie Lyons, the most remarkable and the greatest criminal of modern times. This extraordinary woman is herself a striking evidence that crime does not pay and that the same energy and brains exerted in honest endeavor win enduring wealth and respectability. (From the Introduction) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/why-crime-does-not-pay-by-sophie-lyons/ |
publishers believe picture life sketched master hand somebody stands world crime edison field morgan rockefeller theirs could fail impressive valuable prove oft repeated statement crime pay br br person sophie lyons remarkable greatest criminal modern times extraordinary woman striking evidence crime pay energy brains exerted honest endeavor win enduring wealth respectability from introduction |
| 7019 |
6956 |
7550 |
Love is enough |
William Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Love is enough by William Morris. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 17, 2013.<br><br>William Morris was an English textile designer, artist, writer, and libertarian socialist associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and English Arts and Crafts Movement. He was instumental in establishing the modern fanasty genre, and thus influenced writers such as J. R. R. Tolkien. Morris also wrote and published poetry, fiction, and translations of ancient and medieval texts.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-is-enough-by-william-morris/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings love enough william morris weekly poetry project february 17 2013 br br william morris english textile designer artist writer libertarian socialist associated pre raphaelite brotherhood english arts crafts movement instumental establishing modern fanasty genre thus influenced writers j r r tolkien morris also wrote published poetry fiction translations ancient medieval texts p |
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6957 |
7551 |
She Stoops to Conquer |
Oliver Goldsmith |
Plays |
In <i>She Stoops to Conquer, or The Mistakes of a Night</i>, a young lady pretends to be a servant in order to win the notice of a young man who is painfully shy around women of his own class. Hilarious misadventures and mayhem ensue before matters are neatly wrapped up at the end. This play, one of the great English comedies, was first performed in 1773 and continues to be very popular with audiences today. (Summary by LA Walden)<br /><br /><strong>Cast:</strong><br />Mr. Hardcastle - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Sir Charles Marlow - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Young Marlow - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Hastings - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Tony Lumpkin - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Hardcastle - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Miss Hardcastle -<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Miss Neville - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>First Fellow and First Servant - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8108">Drakaunus</a><br>Second Fellow, Second Servant, and Jeremy - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a><br>Third Fellow, Third Servant, and Roger - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8067">Joseph Abell</a><br>Fourth Fellow and Diggory - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Landlord and Mr. Woodward - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8208">zaanta</a><br>Maid - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Servant - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Stage directions - <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br /><br />Audio edited by Laurie Anne Walden</p> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/she-stoops-to-conquer-by-oliver-goldsmith/ |
i she stoops conquer mistakes night i young lady pretends servant order win notice young man painfully shy around women class hilarious misadventures mayhem ensue matters neatly wrapped end play one great english comedies first performed 1773 continues popular audiences today summary la walden br br strong cast strong br mr hardcastle a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br sir charles marlow a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br young marlow a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br hastings a href https librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br tony lumpkin a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs hardcastle a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br miss hardcastle a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br miss neville a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first fellow first servant a href https librivox org reader 8108 drakaunus a br second fellow second servant jeremy a href https librivox org reader 7608 rookieblue a br third fellow third servant roger a href https librivox org reader 8067 joseph abell a br fourth fellow diggory a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br landlord mr woodward a href https librivox org reader 8208 zaanta a br maid a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br servant a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br br audio edited laurie anne walden p |
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6958 |
7552 |
恩讐の彼方に (Onsyuu no kanatani) |
Kan Kikuchi |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A samurai story of revenge. Ichikurou killed his master. He got away from Edo (Tokyo) with his lover. They became burglars. Then he became a Buddist priest (bonze). He started to dig a tunnel near the riverside. Then his master's son appeared seeking refenge. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/onsyuu-no-kanatani-by-kikuchi-kan/ |
samurai story revenge ichikurou killed master got away edo tokyo lover became burglars became buddist priest bonze started dig tunnel near riverside master s son appeared seeking refenge summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7022 |
6959 |
7553 |
Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (Volume II) |
Tobias Smollett |
Published before 1800 |
Volume II continues the story of the fortunes and misfortunes of the egotistical dandy Peregrine Pickle. The novel is written as a series of adventures, with every chapter typically describing a new adventure. There is also a very long independent story, "The Memoirs of a Lady of Quality", written by Frances Vane, Viscountess Vane, inside the novel. Frances Vane, Viscountess Vane (1715 - 1788), known as Lady Fanny, was a British memoirist known for her highly public adulterous relationships. (Wikipedia ) |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-peregrine-pickle-volume-ii-by-tobias-smollett/ |
volume ii continues story fortunes misfortunes egotistical dandy peregrine pickle novel written series adventures every chapter typically describing new adventure also long independent story the memoirs lady quality written frances vane viscountess vane inside novel frances vane viscountess vane 1715 1788 known lady fanny british memoirist known highly public adulterous relationships wikipedia |
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6960 |
7554 |
Three Impostors |
Arthur Machen |
General Fiction |
Three friends in a large old dilapidated house are laughing. They seem as giddy as an acting troupe at closing night. But their laughter is callous, cruel; you might say, evil. One of them, a young woman described as piquant rather than beautiful with eyes of a shining hazel, carries a neatly wrapped parcel. She says it is for the doctor's museum. It is dripping. Do you want to know why? Then, listen! There's more than one tale told, but what is the truth? My dears, are you sure you want to know?\n\nSummary by Tony Oliva and put in the public domain.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-impostors-by-arthur-machen/ |
three friends large old dilapidated house laughing seem giddy acting troupe closing night laughter callous cruel might say evil one them young woman described piquant rather beautiful eyes shining hazel carries neatly wrapped parcel says doctor s museum dripping want know why then listen there s one tale told truth dears sure want know summary tony oliva put public domain p |
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6961 |
7555 |
Peggy Raymond's Vacation (or Friendly Terrace Transplanted) |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
General |
Sequel to The Girls of Friendly Terrace (or Peggy Raymond's Success). As the summer opens the girls fan themselves on the porch, wishing for a get away. As it happens, opportunity knocks, leading them into a country vacation along with a few more members to the party. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/peggy-raymonds-vacation-or-friendly-terrace-transplanted-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
sequel girls friendly terrace or peggy raymond s success summer opens girls fan porch wishing get away happens opportunity knocks leading country vacation along members party summary daryl wor p |
| 7025 |
6962 |
7556 |
Counterpane Fairy (version 2) |
Katharine Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Teddy has been ill. Now, he is feeling better and is bored; and his exhausted mother needs to rest. He is befriended by the Counterpane Fairy, who entertains him with stories of which he is the hero. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-counterpane-fairy-by-katharine-pyle/ |
teddy ill now feeling better bored exhausted mother needs rest befriended counterpane fairy entertains stories hero summary lynne thompson p |
| 7026 |
6963 |
7557 |
Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Volume 1b |
Jefferson Davis |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
<i>The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government</i> (1881) is written by Jefferson Davis, former President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. Davis wrote the book as a straightforward history of the Confederate States of America and as an apologia for the causes that he believed led to and justified the American Civil War.<br/><br/>\n\nDavis spared little detail in describing every aspect of the Confederate constitution and government, in addition to which he retold in detail numerous military campaigns. Far more compelling in the views of Davis' contemporaries and to modern scholars were Davis' thoughtfully constructed arguments as to the constitutional and moral justification of the formation of the Confederacy and of the Civil War. Davis cited numerous constitutional passages, constitutional scholars, and American political leaders to prove his thesis that secession was justified.<br/><br/>\n\nThis project contains the second half of Volume 1 (of 2). (Intro modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\nProof-listening done by Nadya Gaganova and Lucretia B.<br/><br/> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-confederate-government-volume-1b-by-jefferson-davis/ |
i the rise fall confederate government i 1881 written jefferson davis former president confederate states america american civil war davis wrote book straightforward history confederate states america apologia causes believed led justified american civil war br br davis spared little detail describing every aspect confederate constitution government addition retold detail numerous military campaigns far compelling views davis contemporaries modern scholars davis thoughtfully constructed arguments constitutional moral justification formation confederacy civil war davis cited numerous constitutional passages constitutional scholars american political leaders prove thesis secession justified br br project contains second half volume 1 of 2 intro modified wikipedia br br proof listening done nadya gaganova lucretia b br br |
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6964 |
7558 |
Gods of Pegāna |
Lord Dunsany |
Short Stories, Fantasy Fiction |
"The Gods of Pegāna" is the first book by Anglo-Irish fantasy writer Lord Dunsany, published on a commission basis in 1905... The book is a series of short stories linked by Dunsany's invented pantheon of deities who dwell in Pegāna. It was followed by a further collection "Time and the Gods" and by some stories in "The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories". (Summary by Jason Mills) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-gods-of-pegana-by-lord-dunsany/ |
the gods pegāna first book anglo irish fantasy writer lord dunsany published commission basis 1905 book series short stories linked dunsany s invented pantheon deities dwell pegāna followed collection time gods stories the sword welleran stories summary jason mills p |
| 7028 |
6965 |
7559 |
Poems by Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell (version 2) |
Anne Brontë |
Anthologies |
The Bronte sisters, most famous for their novels, began their career with a slim volume of poetry, published under pseudonyms. It only sold two volumes, but inspired much interest in the identities of the unknown poets. This is a recording of the more successful 1850 edition, which includes additional poems by Emily and Anne which Charlotte collected after their deaths. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-currer-ellis-and-acton-bell-version-2-by-anne-bronte/ |
bronte sisters famous novels began career slim volume poetry published pseudonyms sold two volumes inspired much interest identities unknown poets recording successful 1850 edition includes additional poems emily anne charlotte collected deaths summary libby gohn p |
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6978 |
7572 |
Schoolmaster and Other Stories |
Anton Chekhov |
Single Author Collections |
Anton Chekhov, perhaps better known as a world famous classical playwright for works such as "Uncle Vanya" and "The Cherry Orchard" was also a prolific short story writer. "The Schoolmaster and Other Stories" is one of several of his collections. It's a compilation of 30 short stories. Some bizarre, some comical but all very interesting. (Summary by William Tomcho)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-schoolmaster-and-other-stories-by-anton-chekhov/ |
anton chekhov perhaps better known world famous classical playwright works uncle vanya the cherry orchard also prolific short story writer the schoolmaster stories one several collections compilation 30 short stories bizarre comical interesting summary william tomcho p |
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6966 |
7560 |
Rover (Part One) |
Aphra Behn |
Plays |
The Rover, or The Banish'd Cavaliers, is a play in two parts written by the English author Aphra Behn. The first part features multiple plot lines, dealing with the amorous adventures of a group of Englishmen in Naples at Carnival time. The "rover" of the play's title is Willmore, a rakish naval captain, who falls in love with a young woman named Hellena, who has set out to experience love before her brother sends her to a convent. Complications arise when Angellica Bianca, a famous courtesan, falls in love with Willmore and swears revenge on him for his betrayal. Meanwhile, Hellena's sister Florinda attempts to marry her true love, Colonel Belvile, rather than the man her brother has selected. The third major plot of the play deals with the provincial Blunt, who becomes convinced that a girl has fallen in love with him but is humiliated when she turns out to be a prostitute and a thief. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nFlorinda: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nHellena: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nDon Pedro: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />\nCallis/Boy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br />\nStephano: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br />\nFrederick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />\nBelvile: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nBlunt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nWillmore: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7791">Robin King</a><br />\nValeria/Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nLucetta/Masquerader/Hellena's Page: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br />\nSancho/Officer/Blunt's Man: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br />\nAngellica Bianca: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMoretta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nSebastian/Bravo/Philippo/Soldier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nDon Antonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />\nDiego/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nNarrator/Prologue/Epilogue: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1677 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-part-one-by-aphra-behn/ |
rover banish d cavaliers play two parts written english author aphra behn first part features multiple plot lines dealing amorous adventures group englishmen naples carnival time rover play s title willmore rakish naval captain falls love young woman named hellena set experience love brother sends convent complications arise angellica bianca famous courtesan falls love willmore swears revenge betrayal meanwhile hellena s sister florinda attempts marry true love colonel belvile rather man brother selected third major plot play deals provincial blunt becomes convinced girl fallen love humiliated turns prostitute thief summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br florinda a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br hellena a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br pedro a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br callis boy a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br stephano a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br frederick a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br belvile a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br blunt a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br willmore a href http librivox org reader 7791 robin king a br valeria woman a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br lucetta masquerader hellena s page a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br sancho officer blunt s man a href http librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br angellica bianca a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br moretta a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br sebastian bravo philippo soldier a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br diego servant a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br narrator prologue epilogue a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br br strong audio edited by strong elizabeth klett strong p |
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6967 |
7561 |
Invaders from the Infinite |
John Wood Campbell. Jr. |
Science Fiction |
The famous scientific trio of Arcot, Wade and Morey, challenged by the most ruthless aliens in all the universes, blasted off on an intergalactic search for defenses against the invaders of Earth and all her allies. World after world was visited, secret after secret unleashed, and turned to mighty weapons of intense force--and still the Thessian enemy seemed to grow in power and ferocity. Mighty battles between huge space armadas were but skirmishes in the galactic war, as the invincible aliens savagely advanced and the Earth team hurled bolt after bolt of pure ravening energy--until it appeared that the universe itself might end in one final flare of furious torrential power.... (Summary by From the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/invaders-from-the-infinite-by-john-wood-campbell-jr/ |
famous scientific trio arcot wade morey challenged ruthless aliens universes blasted intergalactic search defenses invaders earth allies world world visited secret secret unleashed turned mighty weapons intense force and still thessian enemy seemed grow power ferocity mighty battles huge space armadas skirmishes galactic war invincible aliens savagely advanced earth team hurled bolt bolt pure ravening energy until appeared universe might end one final flare furious torrential power summary gutenberg text p |
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6968 |
7562 |
Amelia (Vol. 1) |
Henry Fielding |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
This is the first volume of a three volume novel. In this novel, Amelia marries William Booth against her mother's desires, and the two must move to London. Fielding explores the issues of married life such as infidelity and whether women's intelligence is equal to men's. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/amelia-by-henry-fielding/ |
first volume three volume novel novel amelia marries william booth mother s desires two must move london fielding explores issues married life infidelity whether women s intelligence equal men s summary libby gohn p |
| 7033 |
6969 |
7563 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 31 - All Afloat: A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways |
William Wood |
History , Transportation |
No exhaustive Canadian 'water history' can possibly be attempted here. That would require a series of its own. But at least a first attempt will be made to give some general idea of what such a history would contain in fuller detail: of the kayaks and canoes the Eskimos and Indians used before the white man came, and use today; of the small craft moved by oar and sail that slowly displaced those moved only by the paddle; of the sailing vessels proper, and how they plied along Canadian waterways, and on all the Seven Seas; of the steamers, which shed so much forgotten lustre on Canadian enterprise; of the teeming fisheries which the far-seeing Lord Bacon rightly thought 'richer treasures than the mines of Mexico and of Peru'; of the Dominion's trade and government relations with nations that 'have their business in great waters'; and, finally, of that guardian Navy, without whose freely given care the 'water history' of Canada could never have been made at all. (Summary modified from the text)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/all-afloat-a-chronicle-of-craft-and-waterways-by-william-wood/ |
exhaustive canadian water history possibly attempted here would require series own least first attempt made give general idea history would contain fuller detail kayaks canoes eskimos indians used white man came use today small craft moved oar sail slowly displaced moved paddle sailing vessels proper plied along canadian waterways seven seas steamers shed much forgotten lustre canadian enterprise teeming fisheries far seeing lord bacon rightly thought richer treasures mines mexico peru dominion s trade government relations nations have business great waters and finally guardian navy without whose freely given care water history canada could never made all summary modified text p |
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6970 |
7564 |
Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Westerns, Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haw!! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again! This time they are on their way to Bluewater, New Mexico, ready for whatever adventure they can find. But this time, trouble spots them on the train. Will the Pony Rider Boys be able to handle whatever comes their way? (Summary by Ann Boulais)<br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-alkali-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: The Pony Rider Boys in the Grand Canyon<br/><br/> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-mexico-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys move again time way bluewater new mexico ready whatever adventure find time trouble spots train pony rider boys able handle whatever comes way summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in the alkali by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys alkali a br next book series pony rider boys grand canyon br br |
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6971 |
7565 |
Veronica |
Johanna Spyri |
Family Life |
Published in 1886, this novel encompasses a small community wherein Veronica, having lost her own mother, is “adopted” by a neighbour, Gertrude, who has a son of her own. The son, Dietrich, is learning how to become a saddler as his father before him. Their life is filled with hard work, but also some contentment. From the mother they now share, and two other matronly neighbours, Dietrich and Veronica learn valuable lessons about life. As the years pass, Dietrich and Veronica encounter trouble due to the mischief of two peers, and Dietrich more so as he is often tempted to frequent, along with others, the new tavern nearby. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/veronica-by-johanna-spyri/ |
published 1886 novel encompasses small community wherein veronica lost mother adopted neighbour gertrude son own son dietrich learning become saddler father him life filled hard work also contentment mother share two matronly neighbours dietrich veronica learn valuable lessons life years pass dietrich veronica encounter trouble due mischief two peers dietrich often tempted frequent along others new tavern nearby summary daryl wor p |
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6999 |
7594 |
Short Poetry Collection 118 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-118/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers march 2013 p |
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6972 |
7566 |
Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit (version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Martin Chuzzlewit was Dickens 6th novel, serially published in 1843 - 44. Irrespective of the fact that Dickens considered - "Chuzzlewit is in 100 points immeasurably the best of my stories"- it failed to resonate with, or capture the public's imagination as many of its predecessors had done. However by the1850s its popularity had risen and it eventually found recognition as the great novel that it is.<br></br>The beginning is somewhat protracted but the prose is magnificent throughout. The theme of the story is about selfishness and obstinacy. The callow eponymous hero Martin Chuzzlewit is estranged from his grandfather (Martin Chuzzlewit the elder) for having the temerity to fall in love with his grandfather's ward — Mary Graham. The Chuzzlewit family are all placed under the microscope as Martin journeys on a voyage of what can only be termed as "self-discovery". His journeying takes him to America, where his experiences change him forever and he returns a far better man. <br></br>Woven around the theme of the book are some of Dickens most finely drawn characters, ranging from the comic: Seth Pecksniff, an oily unctuous hypocrite, Mrs Gamp a nurse with a propensity for strong liquor and a delightful way of mangling the English language: to the macabre Jonas Chuzzlewit a dark brooding murderer. There are plots within plots, deception and artifice abound, confidence tricksters on both sides of the Atlantic, and a vicious murder.<br></br>This is a satirical novel, particularly when Martin is in America and Dickens, who never shirked from social criticism, utilized that portion of the book to express his feelings on his experiences during his visit to America in1842. It is a comical novel, humour being prevalent throughout, witness Mrs Gamp "Rich folk may ride on camels, but it ain't so easy for em to see out of the needles eye". The irrepressible and precocious young Bailey strutting and posing in his Footman's livery. The deeply melancholic Augustus Moddle, desperate to be run over but finding no takers! and doomed to marry the wrong sister.<p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/martin-chuzzlewit-by-charles-dickens/ |
martin chuzzlewit dickens 6th novel serially published 1843 44 irrespective fact dickens considered chuzzlewit 100 points immeasurably best stories failed resonate with capture public s imagination many predecessors done however the1850s popularity risen eventually found recognition great novel is br br the beginning somewhat protracted prose magnificent throughout theme story selfishness obstinacy callow eponymous hero martin chuzzlewit estranged grandfather martin chuzzlewit elder temerity fall love grandfather s ward mary graham chuzzlewit family placed microscope martin journeys voyage termed self discovery journeying takes america experiences change forever returns far better man br br woven around theme book dickens finely drawn characters ranging comic seth pecksniff oily unctuous hypocrite mrs gamp nurse propensity strong liquor delightful way mangling english language macabre jonas chuzzlewit dark brooding murderer plots within plots deception artifice abound confidence tricksters sides atlantic vicious murder br br this satirical novel particularly martin america dickens never shirked social criticism utilized portion book express feelings experiences visit america in1842 comical novel humour prevalent throughout witness mrs gamp rich folk may ride camels ain t easy em see needles eye irrepressible precocious young bailey strutting posing footman s livery deeply melancholic augustus moddle desperate run finding takers doomed marry wrong sister p |
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6973 |
7567 |
God Died at Three O'Clock |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion |
From the writer of "Angel Food" comes a simple children's book on the passion and death of Our Lord Jesus Christ. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/God-died-at-three-oclock-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
writer angel food comes simple children s book passion death lord jesus christ summary maria therese p |
| 7039 |
6974 |
7568 |
My Trip Abroad |
Charlie Chaplin |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
"A steak and kidney pie, influenza and a cablegram. There is the triple alliance that is responsible for the whole thing."\n\nSo begins Charlie Chaplin's <i>My Trip Abroad</i>, a travel memoir charting the actor-director's semi-spontaneous visit to Europe. Fresh off the success of 1921's <i>The Kid</i>, Chaplin decides to "play hookey" after his seven year stay in Hollywood. He return to his native Europe as an international superstar, beloved by fans and hounded by reporters. The "triple alliance" of the book's opening line sends Chaplin on an whirlwind tour through Great Britain, Germany, and France -- and the results are both funny and insightful. <i>My Trip Abroad</i> gives us an intimate and moving portrait of a Hollywood legend.\n\nPublished in the UK as My Wonderful Visit. <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/my-trip-abroad/ |
a steak kidney pie influenza cablegram triple alliance responsible whole thing begins charlie chaplin s i my trip abroad i travel memoir charting actor director s semi spontaneous visit europe fresh success 1921 s i the kid i chaplin decides play hookey seven year stay hollywood return native europe international superstar beloved fans hounded reporters triple alliance book s opening line sends chaplin whirlwind tour great britain germany france results funny insightful i my trip abroad i gives us intimate moving portrait hollywood legend published uk wonderful visit p |
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6975 |
7569 |
Wereldvrede |
Louis Couperus |
Historical Fiction |
Wereldvrede is het vervolg van Majesteit. Nadat zijn vader Oscar is overleden regeert Kroonprins Othomar nu als Keizer Othomar de XII. In dit boek wordt gepleit voor internationale gerechtshoven, maar is men bang voor een grote oorlog voordat deze gerechtshoven daadwerkelijk worden opgericht. Het is nu meer dan 100 jaar na de uitgave van dit boek allemaal uitgekomen en ook nog wel in Den-Haag de geboorteplaats van Louis Couperus. Voorgelezen ter gelegenheid van de kroning van Koning Willem-Alexander en Koningin Maxima op 30 april 2013. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/wereldvrede-by-louis-couperus/ |
wereldvrede het vervolg van majesteit nadat zijn vader oscar overleden regeert kroonprins othomar nu als keizer othomar de xii dit boek wordt gepleit voor internationale gerechtshoven maar men bang voor een grote oorlog voordat deze gerechtshoven daadwerkelijk worden opgericht het nu meer dan 100 jaar na de uitgave van dit boek allemaal uitgekomen en ook nog wel den haag de geboorteplaats van louis couperus voorgelezen ter gelegenheid van de kroning van koning willem alexander en koningin maxima op 30 april 2013 samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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6976 |
7570 |
Areopagitica (Version 2) |
John Milton |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
The noblest and most extensive defense of freedom of the press in English. Although Milton was sufficiently practical to serve as a censor of books himself when his opposition to this practice was ignored by the government, he never lost his conviction that the best way to battle falsehood was to let it have its say and be defeated by the superior power of truth. Strangling infants in the cradle was simply not his style. In this long essay, in the form of a five-part Classical oration addressed to Parliament (the counterpart of the Areopagus or council of elders in ancient Athens), he brings to bear on this subject a wide variety of arguments, including antique precedents, philosophical and religious considerations, and his own experience as a published author. The document presents the portrait of the idealistic core of the British republic struggling against the political expediency that upholds the government. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)</p> |
English |
1644 |
https://librivox.org/areopagitica-by-john-milton-2/ |
noblest extensive defense freedom press english although milton sufficiently practical serve censor books opposition practice ignored government never lost conviction best way battle falsehood let say defeated superior power truth strangling infants cradle simply style long essay form five part classical oration addressed parliament the counterpart areopagus council elders ancient athens brings bear subject wide variety arguments including antique precedents philosophical religious considerations experience published author document presents portrait idealistic core british republic struggling political expediency upholds government summary thomas copeland p |
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6977 |
7571 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces And Uncle John |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction |
Aunt Jane's Nieces and Uncle John picks up the continuing story of the three cousins Patsy Doyle, Beth De Graf, and Louise Merrick, and their family; the plot of the book begins three days after the wedding of Louise and her fiancé Arthur Weldon, the event that concluded the sixth book in the series, Aunt Jane's Nieces in Society. Uncle John hires a touring car and the party makes a tour of the South West, visiting New Mexico and Arizona. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-and-uncle-john-by-l-frank-baum/ |
aunt jane s nieces uncle john picks continuing story three cousins patsy doyle beth de graf louise merrick family plot book begins three days wedding louise fiancé arthur weldon event concluded sixth book series aunt jane s nieces society uncle john hires touring car party makes tour south west visiting new mexico arizona summary lynne thompson p |
| 7043 |
6979 |
7573 |
She sweeps with many-colored Brooms |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of She sweeps with many-colored Brooms by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 24, 2013.<br>Dickinson was a prolific private poet, but fewer than a dozen of her nearly eighteen hundred poems were published during her lifetime. The work that was published during her lifetime was usually altered significantly by the publishers to fit the conventional poetic rules of the time. Dickinson’s poems are unique for the era in which she wrote; they contain short lines, typically lack titles, and often use slant rhyme as well as unconventional capitalization and punctuation.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/she-sweeps-with-many-colored-brooms-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings sweeps many colored brooms emily dickinson weekly poetry project february 24 2013 br dickinson prolific private poet fewer dozen nearly eighteen hundred poems published lifetime work published lifetime usually altered significantly publishers fit conventional poetic rules time dickinson s poems unique era wrote contain short lines typically lack titles often use slant rhyme well unconventional capitalization punctuation summary wikipedia p |
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6980 |
7574 |
Wish |
Abraham Cowley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Wish by Abraham Cowley. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 24, 2013.<br><br> Abraham Cowley (/ˈkuːli/) was a leading English poet in the 16th century. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wish-by-abraham-cowley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings wish abraham cowley fortnightly poetry project february 24 2013 br br abraham cowley ˈkuːli leading english poet 16th century summary david lawrence p |
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6981 |
7575 |
Geschiedenis van Woutertje Pieterse |
Multatuli |
Family Life, General Fiction |
Het verhaal gaat over een dromerige en poëtische Amsterdamse jongen, Wouter Pieterse, die opgroeit in een kleinburgerlijk milieu in de Franse tijd. De kleinburgerlijkheid van zijn omgeving en nieuwsgierigheid van Wouter komen vaak met elkaar in botsing, en vormen het hoofdthema van het boek. (Samenvatting geschreven door Wikipedia)</p> |
Dutch |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/de-geschiedenis-van-woutertje-pieterse-by-multatuli/ |
het verhaal gaat een dromerige en poëtische amsterdamse jongen wouter pieterse die opgroeit een kleinburgerlijk milieu de franse tijd de kleinburgerlijkheid van zijn omgeving en nieuwsgierigheid van wouter komen vaak met elkaar botsing en vormen het hoofdthema van het boek samenvatting geschreven door wikipedia p |
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6982 |
7577 |
Myths That Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General |
A selection of famous and timeless myths, adapted for a junior audience. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/myths-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
selection famous timeless myths adapted junior audience summary lynne thompson p |
| 7047 |
6983 |
7578 |
He and She |
Rachel Crothers |
Drama |
<p>A feminist drama that gained considerable critical and commercial success when it originally ran on Broadway. The play is about a husband and wife who also happen to be artists. A socially conscious battle of the sexes ensues over professional jealousy and whether the woman's place in the home should be thrown over for occupational dreams. (Summary by ChuckW & Amanda Friday)<br><br>\n<strong>Cast:</strong><br>Tom Herford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7247">Robert Hoffman</a><br>\nAnn Herford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>\nDaisy Herford: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nMillicent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nDr. Remington: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>\nKeith McKenzie: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nRuth Creel/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nEllen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Michele Eaton<br></p>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/he-and-she-by-rachel-crothers/ |
p a feminist drama gained considerable critical commercial success originally ran broadway play husband wife also happen artists socially conscious battle sexes ensues professional jealousy whether woman s place home thrown occupational dreams summary chuckw amanda friday br br strong cast strong br tom herford a href http librivox org reader 7247 robert hoffman a br ann herford a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br daisy herford a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br millicent a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br dr remington a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br keith mckenzie a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br ruth creel narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ellen a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br strong audio edited by strong michele eaton br p |
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6984 |
7579 |
Spiritual Maxims |
Brother Lawrence |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<br />Those who have an experiential predisposition in their faith would do well to read <i>The Conversations and Letters of Brother Lawrence</i>… if they have not done so already. This is a lesser-known work, often overlooked. These Spiritual Maxims were manuscripts found amongst the aforementioned Letters and also written by Brother Lawrence himself. The Maxims are different from the letters — the careful arrangement adopted suggests matured thought and the inference is not unreasonable that he intended them to sum up his teachings.<br /><br />The reader apologises for the unworthiness of his delivery… the English itself was difficult enough to read and the ancient punctuation had more commas than full stops. My sometimes stilted delivery is caused by me being partially-sighted and having to read everything in short sections. (Introduction by the reader)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/spiritual-maxims-of-brother-lawrence/ |
br those experiential predisposition faith would well read i the conversations letters brother lawrence i done already lesser known work often overlooked spiritual maxims manuscripts found amongst aforementioned letters also written brother lawrence himself maxims different letters careful arrangement adopted suggests matured thought inference unreasonable intended sum teachings br br the reader apologises unworthiness delivery english difficult enough read ancient punctuation commas full stops sometimes stilted delivery caused partially sighted read everything short sections introduction reader br br |
| 7049 |
6985 |
7580 |
Jumble Book |
David Cory |
Short Stories |
This is a lovely collection of short stories and poems some well known others not so well known. Something to appeal to everyone. (Summary by Michele Eaton ) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-jumble-book-by-david-cory/ |
lovely collection short stories poems well known others well known something appeal everyone summary michele eaton p |
| 7050 |
7000 |
7595 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 029 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include architecture, education, philosophy, religion, health, humor, history, and literature. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-029/ |
p twenty short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include architecture education philosophy religion health humor history literature summary sue anderson p |
| 7051 |
6986 |
7581 |
Uncle Tom's Cabin (version 2) |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This is a deeply moving novel centered around the lives of Uncle Tom and others and which very effectively portrays the suffering caused by the practice of slavery in the American South, prior to and during the time of the Civil War. <br><br>It also provides a fascinating character study of a wide variety of people, including various slave owners, families of slave owners, traders, bystanders, the slaves themselves, and participants in the underground railroad. On one hand there is the ignorance, false mindsets, indifference and even blatant cruelty and abuse on the part of some, and on the other hand there is great love and compassion and sacrifice on the part of others. This was the best-selling novel of the 19th Century and is said to have helped fuel the cause of the abolitionists. (Summary by Larraine Paquette and Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-toms-cabin-by-harriet-beecher-stowe-2/ |
deeply moving novel centered around lives uncle tom others effectively portrays suffering caused practice slavery american south prior time civil war br br it also provides fascinating character study wide variety people including various slave owners families slave owners traders bystanders slaves themselves participants underground railroad one hand ignorance false mindsets indifference even blatant cruelty abuse part some hand great love compassion sacrifice part others best selling novel 19th century said helped fuel cause abolitionists summary larraine paquette wikipedia p |
| 7052 |
6987 |
7582 |
Room with a View (version 3 dramatic reading) |
E. M. Forster |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
A Room with a View is a 1908 novel by English writer E. M. Forster, about a young woman in the repressed culture of Edwardian era England. Set in Italy and England, the story is both a romance and a critique of English society at the beginning of the 20th century. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Lucy Honeychurch/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Charlotte Bartlett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mr. Emerson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7150">asterix</a><br>George Emerson: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br>Mr. Beebe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Miss Eleanor Lavish: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Miss Theresa Alan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Miss Catharine Alan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>Italian Lady/Persephone/Maid: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Mr. Eager/Powell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Vicar/Sir Harry Otway/Phaethon/Freddy Honeychurch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Mrs. Honeychurch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Cecil Vyse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Mrs. Vyse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Minnie Beebe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-room-with-a-view-dramatic-reading-by-e-m-forster/ |
room view 1908 novel english writer e m forster young woman repressed culture edwardian era england set italy england story romance critique english society beginning 20th century summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br lucy honeychurch narrator a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br charlotte bartlett a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mr emerson a href http librivox org reader 7150 asterix a br george emerson a href http librivox org reader 7867 nomorejeffs a br mr beebe a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br miss eleanor lavish a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br miss theresa alan a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br miss catharine alan a href http librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br italian lady persephone maid a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br mr eager powell a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br vicar sir harry otway phaethon freddy honeychurch a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br mrs honeychurch a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br cecil vyse a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br mrs vyse a href http librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br minnie beebe a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
| 7053 |
6988 |
7583 |
Mummy! A Tale of the Twenty-Second Century |
Jane C. Loudon |
Science Fiction |
The Mummy!: Or a Tale of the Twenty-Second Century is about a wise Egyptian mummy who is reanimated far in the future. With a different take on what lies ahead for civilization inspired from the exciting developments of the era, it is a strange, entertaining story and an early science fiction work by a woman novelist. (Summary by A. Gramour) <p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/the-mummy-a-tale-of-the-twenty-second-century-by-jane-c-loudon/ |
mummy tale twenty second century wise egyptian mummy reanimated far future different take lies ahead civilization inspired exciting developments era strange entertaining story early science fiction work woman novelist summary a gramour p |
| 7054 |
6989 |
7584 |
Tale of Cuffy Bear |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
A whimsical tale about the life of Cuffy bear on Blue Mountain. Cuffy is a very mischevious, disobedient bear who gets into all kinds of scrapes because he refuses to listen to his parents. He most always ends up in trouble or pain as a result of his mishaps. (Summary by Kerry Darden) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-cuffy-bear-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
whimsical tale life cuffy bear blue mountain cuffy mischevious disobedient bear gets kinds scrapes refuses listen parents always ends trouble pain result mishaps summary kerry darden p |
| 7055 |
6990 |
7585 |
Police Your Planet |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
Bruce Gordon looked at his ticket, grimaced at the ONE WAY stamped on it, then tore it into bits and let the pieces scatter over the floor. He counted them as they fell; thirty pieces in all, one for each year of his life. Little ones for the two years he'd wasted as a cop. Shreds for the four years as a kid in the ring before that--he'd never made the top. Bigger bits for two years also wasted in trying his hand at professional gambling; and the six final pieces that spelled his rise from special reporter helping out with a police shake-up coverage, through a regular leg-man turning up rackets, and on up like a meteor until.... He'd made his big scoop, all right. He'd dug up enough about the Mercury scandals to double circulation. And the government had explained what a fool he'd been for printing half of a story that was never supposed to be printed until all could be revealed. They'd given Bruce Gordon his final assignment... (Summary by Christian Alexander and Excerpt of Chapter 1) </p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/police-your-planet-by-lester-del-rey/ |
bruce gordon looked ticket grimaced one way stamped it tore bits let pieces scatter floor counted fell thirty pieces all one year life little ones two years he d wasted cop shreds four years kid ring that he d never made top bigger bits two years also wasted trying hand professional gambling six final pieces spelled rise special reporter helping police shake up coverage regular leg man turning rackets like meteor until he d made big scoop right he d dug enough mercury scandals double circulation government explained fool he d printing half story never supposed printed could revealed they d given bruce gordon final assignment summary christian alexander excerpt chapter 1 p |
| 7056 |
7001 |
7596 |
Dreams and Realities |
Rosa Mulholland |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Rosa Muholland. The poetry in this volume is varied, some read like fairy tales, some have a slightly sinister aspect. All poems share the very skillful execution of the verses, and the beauty of the images they evoke. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/dreams-and-realities-by-rosa-mulholland/ |
volume poetry rosa muholland poetry volume varied read like fairy tales slightly sinister aspect poems share skillful execution verses beauty images evoke summary carolin |
| 7057 |
6991 |
7586 |
Silver Horde |
Rex Beach |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The Silver Horde , is set in Kalvik, a fictionalized community in Bristol Bay, Alaska, and tells the story of a down on his luck gold miner who discovers a greater wealth in Alaska's run of salmon (silver horde) and decides to open a cannery. To accomplish this he must overcome the relentless opposition of the "salmon trust," a fictionalized Alaska Packers' Association, which undercuts his financing, sabotages his equipment, incites a longshoremen's riot and bribes his fishermen to quit. The story line includes a love interest as the protagonist is forced to choose between his fiance, a spoiled banker's daughter, and an earnest roadhouse operator, a woman of "questionable virtue." (Summary by Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-horde-by-rex-beach/ |
silver horde set kalvik fictionalized community bristol bay alaska tells story luck gold miner discovers greater wealth alaska s run salmon silver horde decides open cannery accomplish must overcome relentless opposition salmon trust fictionalized alaska packers association undercuts financing sabotages equipment incites longshoremen s riot bribes fishermen quit story line includes love interest protagonist forced choose fiance spoiled banker s daughter earnest roadhouse operator woman questionable virtue summary wikipedia p |
| 7058 |
6992 |
7587 |
Cantos de Vida y Esperanza, los Cisnes y Otros Poemas |
Rubén Darío |
Single author |
Cantos de Vida y Esperanza es una recopilacion de poemas escritos por Rubén Darío y cuya primera edición fue publicada en la ciudad de Madrid el año de 1905, en esta recopilación podremos encontrar al tan conocido poema "Juventud divino tesoro, ya te vas para no volver" entre otros. |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cantos-de-vida-y-esperanza-los-cisnes-y-otros-poemas-by-ruben-dario/ |
cantos de vida esperanza es una recopilacion de poemas escritos por rubén darío cuya primera edición fue publicada en la ciudad de madrid el año de 1905 en esta recopilación podremos encontrar al tan conocido poema juventud divino tesoro ya te vas para volver entre otros |
| 7059 |
6993 |
7588 |
Baboo Jabberjee, B.A. |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
<br>Another delightful example of an English writer poking fun at his countrymen, or maybe all races' reactions to someone from a diferent background.\nA series of adventures of a well educated foreigner in London which originally appeared weekly in Punch, sometimes with illustrations, dealing with the difficulties of fully understanding a different culture.<br><br>\nThe hero's perfect English reminds one of a quote from "My Fair Lady" ..."His English is too good, he said, "that clearly indicates that he is Foreign. \nWhereas other people are instructed in their native language English people aren't." \n(Summary by Annise)<br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/baboo-jabberjee-ba-by-f-anstey/ |
br another delightful example english writer poking fun countrymen maybe races reactions someone diferent background series adventures well educated foreigner london originally appeared weekly punch sometimes illustrations dealing difficulties fully understanding different culture br br hero s perfect english reminds one quote my fair lady his english good said that clearly indicates foreign whereas people instructed native language english people aren t summary annise br br |
| 7060 |
6994 |
7589 |
From the Tower Window of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Family |
Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems and engaging stories, this is the fifth volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for little ones. Originally published in the 1920's as a six volume set, these books, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, contained the best in children's literature, stories, poems and nursery rhymes. They progressed in difficulty through the different volumes. (Summary by Maria Therese) <br><br>\n\n\nNote: Due to a numbering error, the audio introductions do not say "Section 6" but jump from 5 to 7. There is no text missing. <br><br>\n\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-tower-window-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
full delightful fairy tales charming poems engaging stories fifth volume my bookhouse series little ones originally published 1920 s six volume set books edited olive beaupre miller contained best children s literature stories poems nursery rhymes progressed difficulty different volumes summary maria therese br br note due numbering error audio introductions say section 6 jump 5 7 text missing br br |
| 7061 |
6995 |
7590 |
Twelve Years a Slave |
Solomon Northup |
Memoirs |
Twelve Years a Slave is the memoir of a freeborn African American from New York who is kidnapped and sold into slavery. After being held for twelve years on a Louisiana plantation, he is eventually freed and reunited with his family. (Summary by RobBoard)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/twelve-years-a-slave-by-solomon-northup/ |
twelve years slave memoir freeborn african american new york kidnapped sold slavery held twelve years louisiana plantation eventually freed reunited family summary robboard p |
| 7062 |
6996 |
7591 |
Slovenly Betsy |
Heinrich Hoffmann |
General, Short works |
Hienrich Hoffmann was a German psychiatrist and doctor. He had written poetry and sketches for his son, and was persuaded to have a collection of these printed.<br>The stories were not perceived as cruel or overly moral by Hoffmann's contemporaries.<br>This American version contains a few of the stories from the original German "Struwwelpeter" publication. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/slovenly-betsy-by-heinrich-hoffmann/ |
hienrich hoffmann german psychiatrist doctor written poetry sketches son persuaded collection printed br the stories perceived cruel overly moral hoffmann s contemporaries br this american version contains stories original german struwwelpeter publication summary david lawrence p |
| 7063 |
6997 |
7592 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 5 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.<br></br>The result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."</br></br>This fifth volume contains chapters from "Bismarck" to "Brandt". (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-5-by-charles-dudely-ed/ |
library world s best literature ancient modern work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br the result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br this fifth volume contains chapters bismarck brandt summary leni p |
| 7064 |
6998 |
7593 |
Futuria Fantasia, Spring 1940 |
Ray Bradbury |
Science Fiction |
A collection of short science fiction stories, edited by Ray Bradbury. Authors include Lyle Monroe, J. E. Kelleam, Hank Kuttner, J. H. Haggard, Ron Reynolds, Damon Knight, and Hannes V. Bok. (Summary by Lois Hill)</p> |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/futuria-fantasia-spring-1940-by-ray-bradbury/ |
collection short science fiction stories edited ray bradbury authors include lyle monroe j e kelleam hank kuttner j h haggard ron reynolds damon knight hannes v bok summary lois hill p |
| 7065 |
7004 |
7599 |
Reginald in Russia and Other Sketches |
Saki |
Single Author Collections |
Reginald in Russia is the title story in a collection of fifteen witty and satirical stories, sketches and one "playlet" by that master of the short story H. H. Munro, better Known as Saki. The stories are: Reginald in Russia -- The Reticence of Lady Anne -- The Lost Sanjak -- The Sex That Doesn't Shop -- The Blood-feud of Toad-Water -- A Young Turkish Catastrophe -- Judkin of the Parcels -- Gabriel-Ernest -- The Saint and the Goblin -- The Soul of Laploshka -- The Bag -- The Strategist -- Cross Currents -- The Baker's Dozen (A Playlet) -- The Mouse. (Summary by Noel Badrian) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/reginald-in-russia-and-other-sketches-by-saki/ |
reginald russia title story collection fifteen witty satirical stories sketches one playlet master short story h h munro better known saki stories are reginald russia reticence lady anne lost sanjak sex shop blood feud toad water young turkish catastrophe judkin parcels gabriel ernest saint goblin soul laploshka bag strategist cross currents baker s dozen a playlet mouse summary noel badrian p |
| 7066 |
7005 |
7600 |
高野聖 (Kouyahijiri) |
Kyōka Izumi |
Published 1800 -1900 |
高野山に籍を置く旅僧が、敦賀の宿で、道連れに語る物語。飛騨から信州へ抜ける峠道であった不思議な体験。本道をはずれて、旧道を行くと、沢山の蛇のいる所、蛭の降る森と散々な目に会う、そしてようやく、一軒の家があった。そこに、美しい、声も良く、ものやさしい婦人がいた。そして、更に不思議な事が続く。\n<br><br>\nA bonze walks from Hida to Matsumoto. On a mountain pass he encounters strange things. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/kouyahijiri-by-kyoka-izumi/ |
高野山に籍を置く旅僧が 敦賀の宿で 道連れに語る物語 飛騨から信州へ抜ける峠道であった不思議な体験 本道をはずれて 旧道を行くと 沢山の蛇のいる所 蛭の降る森と散々な目に会う そしてようやく 一軒の家があった そこに 美しい 声も良く ものやさしい婦人がいた そして 更に不思議な事が続く br br bonze walks hida matsumoto mountain pass encounters strange things summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7067 |
7006 |
7601 |
Sunday Morning Storyland |
Rev. Wilfrid J. Diamond |
Religion, Religion |
A collection of short sermons for children written by a Catholic priest. Each with a story woven in teaches a moral or virtue for that week. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1946 |
https://librivox.org/sunday-morning-storyland-by-rev-wilfrid-j-diamond/ |
collection short sermons children written catholic priest story woven teaches moral virtue week summary maria therese p |
| 7068 |
7007 |
7602 |
Deluge Volume 1 |
Henryk Sienkiewicz |
Historical Fiction |
The Deluge (Polish: Potop) is a historical novel by the Polish author Henryk Sienkiewicz, published in 1886. It is the second volume of a three-volume series known to Poles as "the Trilogy," having been preceded by With Fire and Sword (Ogniem i mieczem, 1884) and followed by Fire in the Steppe (Pan Wołodyjowski, 1886). The novel tells a story of a fictional Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth soldier and noble Andrzej Kmicic and shows a panorama of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth during the Swedish invasion of Poland known in the Polish tradtion as „Potop” (hence the title).<br /><br />\n\nKmita is a patriot who, nevertheless, unexpectedly and unwittingly finds himself on the wrong side of the conflict as a new war starts to ravage the already weakened Commonwealth. This decision costs him dearly as his beloved Olenka now sees him as a traitor.<br />\nThis is an epic panorama of a country that is torn not only by a war with the external enemy, but also by a struggle with unscrupulous nobles who use their country's plight as an opportunity to magnify their power and zone of influence even if that means siding with the enemy. On the other hand we also see valiant soldiers, who, both with their swords and their wits, fight to expel the invading army. (Summary by Wikipedia and Piotr Nater) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-deluge-by-henryk-sienkiewicz/ |
deluge polish potop historical novel polish author henryk sienkiewicz published 1886 second volume three volume series known poles the trilogy preceded fire sword ogniem mieczem 1884 followed fire steppe pan wołodyjowski 1886 novel tells story fictional polish lithuanian commonwealth soldier noble andrzej kmicic shows panorama polish lithuanian commonwealth swedish invasion poland known polish tradtion potop hence title br br kmita patriot who nevertheless unexpectedly unwittingly finds wrong side conflict new war starts ravage already weakened commonwealth decision costs dearly beloved olenka sees traitor br epic panorama country torn war external enemy also struggle unscrupulous nobles use country s plight opportunity magnify power zone influence even means siding enemy hand also see valiant soldiers who swords wits fight expel invading army summary wikipedia piotr nater |
| 7069 |
7008 |
7605 |
There are Crimes and Crimes |
August Strindberg |
Drama |
Maurice, a playwright on the brink of success, feels so confident in his professional future he proposes to Jeanne, his mistress. However, upon meeting Henriette, his friend's mistress, he gets swept away by his overwhelming passion for her. The feelings are reciprocated by Henriette and their relationship quickly spins out of control. Tragedy strikes and both are swept up in accusations of murder with the potential to destroy them both. This is a story of passion, tragedy, redemption, and repentance. (Summary by Amanda Friday)<br/><br/>\n<strong>Cast</strong><br>Maurice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Jeanne/Servant Girl: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Marion: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7662">Emily Jones</a><br>Adolphe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">BellonaTimes</a><br>Henriette/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Emile: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Madame Catherine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>The Abbe: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Watchman/Waiter/Guard: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Commissaire/Detective: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Caprisha Page and Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/there-are-crimes-and-crimes-by-august-strindberg/ |
maurice playwright brink success feels confident professional future proposes jeanne mistress however upon meeting henriette friend s mistress gets swept away overwhelming passion her feelings reciprocated henriette relationship quickly spins control tragedy strikes swept accusations murder potential destroy both story passion tragedy redemption repentance summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br maurice a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br jeanne servant girl a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br marion a href http librivox org reader 7662 emily jones a br adolphe a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellonatimes a br henriette narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br emile a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br madame catherine a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br the abbe a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br watchman waiter guard a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br commissaire detective a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br br strong audio edited caprisha page elizabeth klett strong br br |
| 7070 |
7009 |
7606 |
Devil in Iron |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction |
Conan's lustful desires again get him into a whole pile of trouble. This time the beautiful, golden haired, noble born Octavia, lures him into a fiendish trap set by his most powerful enemies and from which there seems to be no escape. But on the long deserted island of Xapur where he goes to capture this crafty beauty, it is not just mortal enemies that await him; Khosatral Khel a demon that crawled up from the abyss many eons ago and is of a substance as hard as iron has been awakened and is intent on crushing Conan and the woman like bugs for it's amusement. Conan is up against a being immensely stronger than he is and which he cannot kill with normal weapons. Will his mighty thews and muscles finally be crushed beneath the iron fists of this devil? Will Conan finally meet his match in this fierce but scantily clad woman or will she finally yield to his powerful kisses? Listen and discover the answer to these questions. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/the-devil-in-iron-by-robert-e-howard/ |
conan s lustful desires get whole pile trouble time beautiful golden haired noble born octavia lures fiendish trap set powerful enemies seems escape long deserted island xapur goes capture crafty beauty mortal enemies await him khosatral khel demon crawled abyss many eons ago substance hard iron awakened intent crushing conan woman like bugs amusement conan immensely stronger cannot kill normal weapons mighty thews muscles finally crushed beneath iron fists devil conan finally meet match fierce scantily clad woman finally yield powerful kisses listen discover answer questions summary phil chenevert p |
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7010 |
7607 |
Peggy Raymond's School Days (or Old Girls And New) |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
Published 1900 onward |
Published in 1916, this third installment with The Friendly Terrace girls places them in The Girl’s High School, with an array of new characters, and a few peripherally known from the first book. A heavier edge of drama comes through via a new student with a superiority complex, another student whose diligent scholastic achievements mar her socially, and an odd tradition of affectionate favouritism between Freshman and Seniors which proves to be awkward and disruptive to more than just the students. Peggy, Amy, Priscilla and Ruth are again faced with new challenges, and complicated scenarios to help resolve. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/peggy-raymonds-school-days-or-old-girls-and-new-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
published 1916 third installment friendly terrace girls places girl s high school array new characters peripherally known first book heavier edge drama comes via new student superiority complex another student whose diligent scholastic achievements mar socially odd tradition affectionate favouritism freshman seniors proves awkward disruptive students peggy amy priscilla ruth faced new challenges complicated scenarios help resolve summary daryl wor p |
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7011 |
7609 |
Hooge Troeven |
Louis Couperus |
Historical Fiction |
Het derde en laatste deel van de koningsromans van Louis Couperus voorgelezen ter gelegenheid van de kroning van Koning Willem-Alexander en Koningin Maxima 30 april 2013. Een verhaal over hofintriges waarin moeder en zoon elkaar willen aftroeven, maar waarin ze geen rekening houden met Othomar XII (de listige). (Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders)</p> |
Dutch |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/hooge-troeven-by-louis-couperus/ |
het derde en laatste deel van de koningsromans van louis couperus voorgelezen ter gelegenheid van de kroning van koning willem alexander en koningin maxima 30 april 2013 een verhaal hofintriges waarin moeder en zoon elkaar willen aftroeven maar waarin ze geen rekening houden met othomar xii de listige samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
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7012 |
7610 |
Mark Twain’s Journal Writings, Volume 3 |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Short Stories |
This third volume of Mark Twain's journal writings continues on eclectic and varied path established by the first two volumes. Included in this collection are works that appeared by themselves in magazines during Twain's lifetime, as well as essays taken by editors and Twain himself from Twain's larger works, and re-published in collections of his stories. This volume includes the following works: "Buying Gloves in Gibraltar", "The great revolution in Pitcairn", "A Gift from India" [including editor's notes about Twain’s need to go on the lecture circuit, his authorship of Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc and other items], "From India to South Africa", "The Esquimau Maiden's Romance", "At the Appetitecure", "Edward Mills and George Benton: A Tale", "Does the Race of Man Love a Lord?" (Introduction by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-journal-writings-volume-3-by-mark-twain/ |
third volume mark twain s journal writings continues eclectic varied path established first two volumes included collection works appeared magazines twain s lifetime well essays taken editors twain twain s larger works re published collections stories volume includes following works buying gloves gibraltar the great revolution pitcairn a gift india including editor s notes twain s need go lecture circuit authorship personal recollections joan arc items from india south africa the esquimau maiden s romance at appetitecure edward mills george benton tale does race man love lord introduction john greenman p |
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7013 |
7611 |
Henry Dunbar |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
In this novel by Victorian sensationalist Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Henry Dunbar returns to England after a 30-year exile to India for committing forgery. What follows is an adventure involving murder, deception, the ethical quandaries of guilt and responsibility, and the struggle against the gender and social barriers of the Victorian era. (Summary by Rosie)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/henry-dunbar-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
novel victorian sensationalist mary elizabeth braddon henry dunbar returns england 30 year exile india committing forgery follows adventure involving murder deception ethical quandaries guilt responsibility struggle gender social barriers victorian era summary rosie p |
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7014 |
7612 |
On A Donkey's Hurricane Deck |
Robert Pitcher Woodward |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
" A Tempestous Voyage of Four Thousand and Ninety-Six Miles Across the American Continent on a Burro, in 340 Days and 2 Hours - starting without a dollar and earning my way." The journey could be accomplished in 5 days by train, but the author took close to a year to work his way across the country. This is a witty and amusing account of one man (and his donkey)'s adventures crossing the American continent from New York to San Francisco. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/on-a-donkeys-hurricane-deck-by-robert-pitcher-woodward/ |
tempestous voyage four thousand ninety six miles across american continent burro 340 days 2 hours starting without dollar earning way journey could accomplished 5 days train author took close year work way across country witty amusing account one man and donkey s adventures crossing american continent new york san francisco summary lynne thompson p |
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7015 |
7613 |
Cuentos de Amor de Locura y de Muerte |
Horacio Quiroga |
Single Author Collections |
Colección de cuentos de Horacio Quiroga.<p> |
Spanish |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-amor-de-locura-y-de-muerte-by-horacio-quiroga/ |
colección de cuentos de horacio quiroga p |
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7016 |
7614 |
Two Noble Kinsmen |
John Fletcher |
Comedy, Tragedy |
The Two Noble Kinsmen is a Jacobean tragicomedy co-written by William Shakespeare and John Fletcher, first published in 1634. Set in ancient Greece during a war between Athens and Thebes, the narrative follows the title characters, Palamon and Arcite, noble youths whose friendship is destroyed by their mutual love for the beautiful Emilia. The subplot deals with the love and eventual madness of the Gaoler's Daughter, who falls hopelessly in love with Palamon. The play is based on "The Knight's Tale" by Chaucer, but also has echoes of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, as two of the major characters are Theseus and Hippolyta, who also appear in the earlier play. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Narrator/Gaoler's Daughter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>First Queen/Nell: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Second Queen/Waiting-woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Third Queen/Taborer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Theseus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Hippolyta: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Emilia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Pirithous: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Palamon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Arcite: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Valerius/Bavian/First Friend: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Herald/Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Gaoler: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Wooer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>First Countryman/Gentleman/Doctor: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Third Countryman/Gaoler's Brother/Servant/Third Knight: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Fourth Countryman/First Knight: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Gerrold/Second Knight: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1634 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-noble-kinsmen-by-william-shakespeare-and-john-fletcher/ |
two noble kinsmen jacobean tragicomedy co written william shakespeare john fletcher first published 1634 set ancient greece war athens thebes narrative follows title characters palamon arcite noble youths whose friendship destroyed mutual love beautiful emilia subplot deals love eventual madness gaoler s daughter falls hopelessly love palamon play based the knight s tale chaucer also echoes shakespeare s midsummer night s dream two major characters theseus hippolyta also appear earlier play summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator gaoler s daughter a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br first queen nell a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br second queen waiting woman a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br third queen taborer a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br theseus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br hippolyta a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br emilia a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br pirithous a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br palamon a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br arcite a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br valerius bavian first friend a href http librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br herald messenger a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br gaoler a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br wooer a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br first countryman gentleman doctor a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br third countryman gaoler s brother servant third knight a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br fourth countryman first knight a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br gerrold second knight a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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13379 |
14177 |
Anne of Geierstein, Volume 1 |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
Anne of Geierstein, or The Maiden of the Mist (1829) is a novel by Sir Walter Scott. It is set in Central Europe, mainly in Switzerland, shortly after the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury (1471). It covers the period of Swiss involvement in the Burgundian Wars. (Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-geierstein-volume-1-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
anne geierstein maiden mist 1829 novel sir walter scott set central europe mainly switzerland shortly yorkist victory battle tewkesbury 1471 covers period swiss involvement burgundian wars wikipedia p |
| 7079 |
7017 |
7615 |
Faerie Queene (version 2) |
Edmund Spenser |
Epics |
Spenser planned a 24-book romance-epic consisting of two parts, of which he completed half of the first. The first twelve books were to illustrate the development of virtues within the individual soul, and the second twelve were to depict the application of these moral virtues to remedying evils that afflict the world. Each of the first set of quests was to begin at the court of the Fairy Queen, Gloriana, and the knights were to return thither after having defeated some foe representing a personal weakness. Having thus proved themselves, they were qualified to undertake the second quests, in the world. The neat plan becomes somewhat muddled by Book 3, which nevertheless contains the philosophical core of the poem's allegorical structure: the Platonic notion that love (grace) unifies the cosmos and draws the will, through the pursuit of beauty, into virtuous action, returning to God at last in worship. The plot structure of the poem is rich and complex, with many strands interlinked and overlapping, each replete with allegorical significance. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)<p> |
English |
1596 |
https://librivox.org/the-faerie-queene-by-edmund-spenser/ |
spenser planned 24 book romance epic consisting two parts completed half first first twelve books illustrate development virtues within individual soul second twelve depict application moral virtues remedying evils afflict world first set quests begin court fairy queen gloriana knights return thither defeated foe representing personal weakness thus proved themselves qualified undertake second quests world neat plan becomes somewhat muddled book 3 nevertheless contains philosophical core poem s allegorical structure platonic notion love grace unifies cosmos draws will pursuit beauty virtuous action returning god last worship plot structure poem rich complex many strands interlinked overlapping replete allegorical significance summary thomas copeland p |
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7018 |
7616 |
Hour of the Dragon |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
The Hour of the Dragon, also known as Conan the Conqueror, is a fantasy novel by American writer Robert E. Howard featuring his sword and sorcery hero Conan the Cimmerian. It was one of the last Conan stories published before Howard's suicide although not the last to be written. The novel was first published in serial form in the pulp magazine Weird Tales in 1935 through 1936. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1937 |
https://librivox.org/the-hour-of-the-dragon-by-robert-e-howard/ |
hour dragon also known conan conqueror fantasy novel american writer robert e howard featuring sword sorcery hero conan cimmerian one last conan stories published howard s suicide although last written novel first published serial form pulp magazine weird tales 1935 1936 summary wikipedia p |
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7019 |
7617 |
Song of the Cardinal |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Animals & Nature |
The Song of the Cardinal is about a big male Cardinal who lives in a tree near a farmer and his wife. The Cardinal immediately starts to sing to find himself a mate. Meanwhile the farmer and his wife enjoy watching this boisterous bird and seeing what he does. He does find a mate and through his singing the farmer and his wife's marriage is rejuvenated. It's a happy little parallel love story that will sweep you off your feet! (Summary by peppersnoodles93) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-the-cardinal-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
song cardinal big male cardinal lives tree near farmer wife cardinal immediately starts sing find mate meanwhile farmer wife enjoy watching boisterous bird seeing does find mate singing farmer wife s marriage rejuvenated happy little parallel love story sweep feet summary peppersnoodles93 p |
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7020 |
7618 |
Thoughts are Things (Version 2) |
Prentice Mulford |
Philosophy |
Prentice Mulford was also instrumental in the founding of the popular philosophy, New Thought, along with other notable writers including Ralph Waldo Emerson. Mulford's book, Thoughts are Things, served as a guide to this new belief system and is still popular today. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/thoughts-are-things-version-2-by-prentice-mulford/ |
prentice mulford also instrumental founding popular philosophy new thought along notable writers including ralph waldo emerson mulford s book thoughts things served guide new belief system still popular today summary wikipedia p |
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7021 |
7619 |
Adventures of Bindle |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Humorous Fiction |
Jenkins' most popular fictional creation was Mr. Joseph Bindle, who first appeared in a humorous novel in 1916 and in a number of sequels. In the preface to the books, T. P. O'Connor said that "Bindle is the greatest Cockney that has come into being through the medium of literature since Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers". The stories are based on the comedic drama of life at work, at home and all the adventures that take place along the way. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-bindle-by-herbert-jenkins/ |
jenkins popular fictional creation mr joseph bindle first appeared humorous novel 1916 number sequels preface books t p o connor said bindle greatest cockney come medium literature since dickens wrote pickwick papers stories based comedic drama life work home adventures take place along way summary wikipedia |
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7022 |
7620 |
He’d Nothing but His Violin |
Mary Kyle Dallas |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of He'd Nothing but His Violin by Mary Kyle Dallas. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 10, 2013.<br><br>According to an article in the New York Times, Mary Kyle Dallas was born in Philadelphia, PA and married Jacob A. Dallis when she was twenty. She wrote for the New York Ledger for over fifteen years.<br>A few comments from our readers.<br>"What a lovely delicate little piece." (AlanW)<br>"Here is my version of this sweet melodious poem. This one definitely rings a bell with me, as my wife and I were entertainers also (and even still do it occasionally) but not quite under such meager circumstances as this couple." (LenXZ1) (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hed-nothing-but-his-violin-by-mary-kyle-dallas/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings he d nothing violin mary kyle dallas weekly poetry project march 10 2013 br br according article new york times mary kyle dallas born philadelphia pa married jacob a dallis twenty wrote new york ledger fifteen years br a comments readers br what lovely delicate little piece alanw br here version sweet melodious poem one definitely rings bell me wife entertainers also and even still occasionally quite meager circumstances couple lenxz1 summary david lawrence p |
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7090 |
7690 |
Timothy Crump's Ward |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A poor family is surprised with an infant on their doorstep on New Year’s Eve with a note and monetary support requesting them to raise the child. Eight years later, the child is stolen and the family is put into more trouble trying to find her. This is a story of how love and good morals are reward with a fairy tale “happily ever after” ending. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/timothy-crumps-ward-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
poor family surprised infant doorstep new year s eve note monetary support requesting raise child eight years later child stolen family put trouble trying find her story love good morals reward fairy tale happily ever after ending summary sharon kilmer p |
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7023 |
7621 |
Voyage to Vinland |
James Russell Lowell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Voyage to Vinland by James Russell Lowell. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 10, 2013.<br><br>Although this version of the poem is sometimes printed separately, it is really only part of a longer poem (approximately one fifth of the whole). The complete work has 3 parts and this is only part of the last section. Only about one fourth of Gudrida's song of prophecy is included here. If anyone is interested in reading the complete version, here is a link: <a href="http://www.readbookonline.net/readOnLine/7262/">http://www.readbookonline.net/readOnLine/7262/</a></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyage-to-vinland-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings voyage vinland james russell lowell fortnightly poetry project march 10 2013 br br although version poem sometimes printed separately really part longer poem approximately one fifth whole complete work 3 parts part last section one fourth gudrida s song prophecy included here anyone interested reading complete version link a href http www readbookonline net readonline 7262 http www readbookonline net readonline 7262 a p |
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7024 |
7622 |
Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel |
John Donne |
Essays & Short Works, Christianity - Other |
Devotions upon Emergent Occasions is a 1624 prose work by the English theologian and writer John Donne, Dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. It is a series of reflections that were written as Donne recovered from a serious illness. The work consists of twenty-three parts ('devotions') describing each stage of the sickness. Each part is further divided into a Meditation, an Expostulation (or objection) , and a Prayer. The work is an excellent example of seventeenth century English spirituality and sometimes feels a bit dated. Yet much solid nourishment can be found. “Death’s Duel” is Donne’s last sermon prepared for presentation before the King during Lent; it is commonly seen as Donne’s own funeral oration. The biographical material is from Izaak Walton’s Lives. The most famous part of the Devotions is number XVII (17), containing these lines: No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of thy friend's or of thine own were: any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bells tolls; it tolls for thee. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)>/p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/devotions-upon-emergent-occasions-together-with-deaths-duel-by-john-donne/ |
devotions upon emergent occasions 1624 prose work english theologian writer john donne dean st paul s cathedral london series reflections written donne recovered serious illness work consists twenty three parts devotions describing stage sickness part divided meditation expostulation or objection prayer work excellent example seventeenth century english spirituality sometimes feels bit dated yet much solid nourishment found death s duel donne s last sermon prepared presentation king lent commonly seen donne s funeral oration biographical material izaak walton s lives famous part devotions number xvii 17 containing lines man island entire itself every man piece continent part main clod washed away sea europe less well promontory were well manor thy friend s thine were man s death diminishes me involved mankind therefore never send know bells tolls tolls thee summary wikipedia david wales p |
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7025 |
7623 |
First Successful Ascent of Mt. Rainier, 1870 |
Hazard Stevens |
Memoirs |
Hazard Stevens and P.B. Van Trump, aided by the Indian guide Sluiskin, made the first documented successful ascent of Mt. Rainier on August 17, 1870. Hazard's account of the climb was first published in the Atlantic Monthly in 1876 and later reprinted with an introduction by Edmond S. Meany in 1916. Sluiskin tried to dissuade the climbers. "Takhoma” (the Indian name for Mt. Rainier) "was an enchanted mountain, inhabited by an evil spirit, who dwelt in a fiery lake on its summit. No human being could ascend it or even attempt its ascent and survive." This prophecy almost proved true. Thinking they could reach the summit and return on the same day, Stevens and Van Trump left behind coats and blankets, only to find themselves trapped overnight in bitter cold. They survived huddled around a volcanic steam vent in an ice cave. "The heat at the orifice was too great to bear for more than an instant, but the steam wet us, the smell of sulfur was nauseating, and the cold was so severe that our clothes, saturated with the steam, froze stiff when turned away from the heated jet." (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/first-successful-ascent-of-mt-rainier-1870-by-hazard-stevens/ |
hazard stevens p b van trump aided indian guide sluiskin made first documented successful ascent mt rainier august 17 1870 hazard s account climb first published atlantic monthly 1876 later reprinted introduction edmond s meany 1916 sluiskin tried dissuade climbers takhoma the indian name mt rainier was enchanted mountain inhabited evil spirit dwelt fiery lake summit human could ascend even attempt ascent survive prophecy almost proved true thinking could reach summit return day stevens van trump left behind coats blankets find trapped overnight bitter cold survived huddled around volcanic steam vent ice cave the heat orifice great bear instant steam wet us smell sulfur nauseating cold severe clothes saturated steam froze stiff turned away heated jet summary sue anderson p |
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7026 |
7624 |
Henrietta Volume 1 (dramatic reading) |
Charlotte Lennox |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Henrietta is a strong willed young lady who will not give in to her aunt and marry the suitors she proposes. She runs away and adventure ensues. However she meets one young man who she is quite taken with but he does not share all about himself and Henrietta finds herself in some tricky situations. (Summary by Michele Eaton)<BR>This Librivox audiobook is a dramatic reading of volume 1 of this book.<BR>\nCast list:<BR>\nHenrietta Courteney (Clelia): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Miss Woodby (Celinda): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mrs Eccles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br>Lady Manning: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Coachman, Chaplain and Earl Courtney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Tall Lean Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Fat Jolly Woman, Mrs Willis and Servant Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Grave Man and First Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7786">Kevin W. Davidson</a><br>Young Man on the Coach, Mr Damer, Young Lord and Young Mr Courteney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Old Gentlewoman, Old Woman Nurse and Miss Carlton (Henrietta's Mother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Second Officer and Isaac Darby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br>Mrs Carlton (Henrietta's Grandmother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>Lady Meadows: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Mrs White and Mrs Damer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Young Mr Damer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Narrator Book 1 (except chapter 6) and Chapter 1 of Book 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7839">Loveday</a><br>Narrator Book 2 (except chapter 1) and Chapter 6 of Book 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br> |
English |
1758 |
https://librivox.org/henrietta-volume-1-by-charlotte-lennox/ |
henrietta strong willed young lady give aunt marry suitors proposes runs away adventure ensues however meets one young man quite taken share henrietta finds tricky situations summary michele eaton br this librivox audiobook dramatic reading volume 1 book br cast list br henrietta courteney clelia a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br miss woodby celinda a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mrs eccles a href https librivox org reader 8197 victoria p a br lady manning a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br coachman chaplain earl courtney a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br tall lean woman a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br fat jolly woman mrs willis servant girl a href https librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br grave man first officer a href https librivox org reader 7786 kevin w davidson a br young man coach mr damer young lord young mr courteney a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br old gentlewoman old woman nurse miss carlton henrietta s mother a href https librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br second officer isaac darby a href https librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br mrs carlton henrietta s grandmother a href https librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br lady meadows a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br mrs white mrs damer a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br young mr damer a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br narrator book 1 except chapter 6 chapter 1 book 2 a href https librivox org reader 7839 loveday a br narrator book 2 except chapter 1 chapter 6 book 1 a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br |
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7027 |
7625 |
Four American Indians: King Philip, Pontiac, Tecumseh, Osceola |
Frances M. Perry |
General, Modern (19th C) |
Four American Indians by Edson L. Whitney and Frances M. Perry, gives a short history of King Philip, Sachem of the Wampanoags; Pontiac, an Ottawan chief; Tecumseh, a Shawnee chief; and Osceola, a Seminole chief. Along with the history of each leader, insights on daily living among these different tribes is given. (Summary by Laura Victoria)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/four-american-indians-by-edson-l-whitney/ |
four american indians edson l whitney frances m perry gives short history king philip sachem wampanoags pontiac ottawan chief tecumseh shawnee chief osceola seminole chief along history leader insights daily living among different tribes given summary laura victoria p |
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7028 |
7626 |
Among the Tibetans |
Isabella L. Bird |
Nature, Memoirs, Exploration |
Isabella L. Bird was an English traveller, writer and natural historian. She was travelling in the Far East alone at a time when such endeavours were risky and dangerous even for men and large, better equipped parties. <br><br>\n\nIn "Among the Tibetans", Bird describes her tour through Tibet with her usual keen eye: From descriptions of the landscape and flora to the manners, customs and religion of the local people we get a fascinating account of a world long past.</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-tibetans-by-isabella-l-bird/ |
isabella l bird english traveller writer natural historian travelling far east alone time endeavours risky dangerous even men large better equipped parties br br among tibetans bird describes tour tibet usual keen eye descriptions landscape flora manners customs religion local people get fascinating account world long past p |
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7627 |
Bobs, a Girl Detective |
Grace May North |
Detective Fiction, Action & Adventure |
This is a great short chapter mystery book for girls. It is similar to Nancy Drew. Bobs is one of the four sisters whose parents die, leaving them with the responsibility of caring for themselves. They have to work together to be cheerful through the hard time and a long the way have many adventures! Let's start decoding the clues! (Summary by peppersnoodles93) <p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/bobs-a-girl-detective-by-grace-may-north/ |
great short chapter mystery book girls similar nancy drew bobs one four sisters whose parents die leaving responsibility caring themselves work together cheerful hard time long way many adventures let s start decoding clues summary peppersnoodles93 p |
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7030 |
7628 |
Constitution of Athens |
Aristotle |
Law, Antiquity |
The Constitution of Athens (Greek: Ἀθηναίων πολιτεία) was written by Aristotle or his student. The text was lost until discovered in the late 19th century in Egypt. Topics discussed include Solon's legislative reforms abolishing debt slavery and the rise and decline of democracy and tyranny in Athens. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-constitution-of-athens-by-aristotle/ |
constitution athens greek ἀθηναίων πολιτεία written aristotle student text lost discovered late 19th century egypt topics discussed include solon s legislative reforms abolishing debt slavery rise decline democracy tyranny athens summary geoffrey edwards p |
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7031 |
7629 |
Colonel Thorndyke's Secret |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Intrigue, murder, highwaymen... A British soldier serving in India has stolen a diamond bracelet from a Hindu idol. The bracelet comes into the possession of Colonel Thorndyke, who is subsequently sent home to England, where he dies of wounds received and bequeaths the bracelet to his relatives, having told his brother about it, but not its location. Meanwhile, the theft has caused a stir in India, and the Hindu faithful regard it as their religious duty to reclaim the jewel at any cost. Also published under the title: "The Brahmin's Treasure". (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/colonel-thorndykes-secret-by-g-a-henty/ |
intrigue murder highwaymen british soldier serving india stolen diamond bracelet hindu idol bracelet comes possession colonel thorndyke subsequently sent home england dies wounds received bequeaths bracelet relatives told brother it location meanwhile theft caused stir india hindu faithful regard religious duty reclaim jewel cost also published title the brahmin s treasure summary lynne thompson p |
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7630 |
Mary Tudor |
Victor Hugo |
Drama |
If Queen Mary I of England wants something, you'd better not try and stop her, or else you might soon find yourself without a head! When this hot-headed young Royal's new favourite courtier, an Italian gentleman named Fabiano Fabiani who has already made himself very unpopular with the court, is caught sneaking around with another girl - a commoner no less! - the Queen begins to plan her revenge in the only way suitable for a Queen. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) <br><br>\n\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Mary I of England: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Jane Talbot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lord Clinton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Joshua Farnaby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>Gilbert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Fabiano Fabiani: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Simon Renard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Lord Chandos: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Lord Montague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8570">Greg Przywara</a><br>Man/ The Jew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Lord Gardiner/Lord Chancellor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>Master Eneas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>A jailer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>The People/voices 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8463">Michele Fry</a><br>The People/Voices 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>The People/Voices 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Standard-bearer 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>Standard-bearer 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br> |
English |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/mary-tudor-by-victor-hugo/ |
queen mary england wants something better try stop her else might soon find without head hot headed young royal s new favourite courtier italian gentleman named fabiano fabiani already made unpopular court caught sneaking around another girl commoner less queen begins plan revenge way suitable queen summary charlotte duckett br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br mary england a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br jane talbot a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lord clinton a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br joshua farnaby a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br gilbert a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br fabiano fabiani a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br simon renard a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br lord chandos a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br lord montague a href https librivox org reader 8570 greg przywara a br man jew a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br lord gardiner lord chancellor a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br master eneas a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br a jailer a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br the people voices 1 a href https librivox org reader 8463 michele fry a br the people voices 2 a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br the people voices 3 a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br standard bearer 1 a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br standard bearer 2 a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br |
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7631 |
Religion and Science from Galileo to Bergson |
John Charlton Hardwick |
Philosophy |
This history of Western philosophy, published in 1920, explores the ways mankind has explained the natural world during the last few centuries, whether by spiritual interpretation or through advances in science. From the Preface: "The chapters which follow are not intended as even a slight sketch of the history of Thought since the Renaissance. Their object is more modest, i.e. to illustrate the thesis that mankind, being 'incurably religious,' insists (however hopeless the enterprise may sometimes seem) upon interpreting the universe spiritually." (Summary by LA Walden and the Preface)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/religion-and-science-by-john-charlton-hardwick/ |
history western philosophy published 1920 explores ways mankind explained natural world last centuries whether spiritual interpretation advances science preface the chapters follow intended even slight sketch history thought since renaissance object modest i e illustrate thesis mankind incurably religious insists however hopeless enterprise may sometimes seem upon interpreting universe spiritually summary la walden preface p |
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7034 |
7632 |
Robert's Rules of Order |
Henry M. Robert |
Education |
Originally written in 1876 by Major Henry M. Robert of the US Army Corps of Engineers, <i>Robert's Rules of Order</i> is the most widely used authority in the United States today for "parliamentary law, based...upon the rules and practice of Congress" for "organizing and conducting the business of societies, conventions, and other deliberative assemblies." (Summary by TriciaG and from Preface)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/roberts-rules-of-order-by-henry-m-robert/ |
originally written 1876 major henry m robert us army corps engineers i robert s rules order i widely used authority united states today parliamentary law based upon rules practice congress organizing conducting business societies conventions deliberative assemblies summary triciag preface p |
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7035 |
7633 |
Kriloff's Fables |
Ivan Krylov |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Herein is a collection of 86 fables translated into English from the 201 written by Kriloff. Some of Kriloff's fables are translations from La Fontaine, but most are original. In some, the foibles of the Russian nobility can be seen. (Summary by Kevin Davidson) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/kriloffs-fables-by-ivan-krylov/ |
herein collection 86 fables translated english 201 written kriloff kriloff s fables translations la fontaine original some foibles russian nobility seen summary kevin davidson p |
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7036 |
7634 |
Man Without A Country And Other Tales |
Edward Everett Hale |
Single Author Collections |
Edward Everett Hale (1822 – 1909) was an American author, historian and Unitarian clergyman. Hale first came to notice as a writer in 1859, when he contributed the short story "My Double and How He Undid Me" to the Atlantic Monthly. He soon published other stories in the same periodical. His best known work was "The Man Without a Country", published in the Atlantic in 1863 and intended to strengthen support in the Civil War for the Union cause in the North. Though the story is set in the early 19th century, it is an allegory about the upheaval of the American Civil War. As in some of his other non-romantic tales, he employed a minute realism which led his readers to suppose the narrative a record of fact. These two stories and such others as "The Skeleton in the Closet", gave him a prominent position among short-story writers of 19th century America. Each story in this collection has an introduction. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-without-a-country-and-other-tales-by-edward-everett-hale/ |
edward everett hale 1822 1909 american author historian unitarian clergyman hale first came notice writer 1859 contributed short story my double undid me atlantic monthly soon published stories periodical best known work the man without country published atlantic 1863 intended strengthen support civil war union cause north though story set early 19th century allegory upheaval american civil war non romantic tales employed minute realism led readers suppose narrative record fact two stories others the skeleton closet gave prominent position among short story writers 19th century america story collection introduction summary wikipedia david wales p |
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7635 |
Valiant Runaways |
Gertrude Atherton |
Action & Adventure |
Savage bears, a river rescue, capture by Indians, escape on wild mustangs and a revolutionary battle await the protagonists of this suspenseful adventure novel, set in California. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-valiant-runaways-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
savage bears river rescue capture indians escape wild mustangs revolutionary battle await protagonists suspenseful adventure novel set california summary lynne thompson p |
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8570 |
9191 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 045 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-045-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br |
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7636 |
Tale of Miss Kitty Cat |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
The rats and the mice thought that Miss Kitty Cat was a terrible person. She was altogether too fond of hunting them. They agreed, however, that in one way it was pleasant to have her about the farmhouse. When she washed her face, while sitting on the doorsteps, they knew—so they said!—that it was going to rain. And then Mrs. Rat never would let her husband leave home without taking his umbrella. As a rule Miss Kitty Cat didn't look at all frightful. Almost always she appeared quite unruffled, going about her business in a quiet way and making no fuss over anything. Of course when old dog Spot chased—and cornered—her, she was quite a different sort of creature. Then she arched her back, puffed her tail out to twice its usual size, and spat fiercely at Spot. He learned not to get within reach of her sharp claws, when she behaved in that fashion. For old Spot had a tender nose. And no one knew it better than Miss Kitty Cat. (Summary by Arthur Scott Bailey)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-miss-kitty-cat-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
rats mice thought miss kitty cat terrible person altogether fond hunting them agreed however one way pleasant farmhouse washed face sitting doorsteps knew so said that going rain mrs rat never would let husband leave home without taking umbrella rule miss kitty cat look frightful almost always appeared quite unruffled going business quiet way making fuss anything course old dog spot chased and cornered her quite different sort creature arched back puffed tail twice usual size spat fiercely spot learned get within reach sharp claws behaved fashion old spot tender nose one knew better miss kitty cat summary arthur scott bailey p |
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7039 |
7637 |
Caesar and Cleopatra |
George Bernard Shaw |
Drama |
Caesar and Cleopatra, a play written in 1898 by George Bernard Shaw, was first staged in 1901 and first published with Captain Brassbound's Conversion and The Devil's Disciple in his 1901 collection, Three Plays for Puritans. It was first performed at Newcastle upon Tyne on March 15, 1899. London production was at the Savoy Theatre in 1907. Shaw wants to prove that it was not love but politics that drew Cleopatra to Julius Caesar. He sees the Roman occupation of ancient Egypt as similar to the British occupation that was occurring during his time. Caesar understands the importance of good government, and values these things above art and love. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nBelzanor/First Auxilliary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8274"> ScottMolson</a><br>\nThe Persian/Second Auxilliary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">ChuckW</a><br>\nThe Sentinel/Soldier/Roman Soldiers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425"> silverquill</a><br>\nVoice/The Newcomer - Bel Affris/First Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3032"> Rick Rodstrom</a><br>\nThe Guardsmen/Second Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br>\nThe Women/A Woman/Charmian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259"> gloriana</a><br>\nFtatateeta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138"> CaprishaPage</a><br>\nThe Nubian Sentinel/Third Porter/Musician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679"> LibbyG</a><br>\nThe Man - Caesar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912"> neustar</a><br>\nThe Girl - Cleopatra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544"> JoFriday21</a><br>\nPothinus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7500"> professorrct</a><br>\nTheodotus/The Official: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3994"> AmateurOzmologist</a><br>\nAchillas/Fourth Porter/The Second Official: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699"> beeber</a><br>\nRufio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535"> jondalar1988</a><br>\nBritannus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8570"> gmprzywara</a><br>\nThe Bolder Courtiers/All the courtiers/Major-domo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br>\nLucius/Boatman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7691"> engineerdst</a><br>\nA Centurion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8504"> Gman</a><br>\nNubian/Nubian Sentinel/Apollodorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\nPtolemy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197"> Vper</a><br>\nIras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8535"> DrDawnDuncan</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26"> DSayers</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\nCoordinated By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/caesar-and-cleopatra-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
caesar cleopatra play written 1898 george bernard shaw first staged 1901 first published captain brassbound s conversion devil s disciple 1901 collection three plays puritans first performed newcastle upon tyne march 15 1899 london production savoy theatre 1907 shaw wants prove love politics drew cleopatra julius caesar sees roman occupation ancient egypt similar british occupation occurring time caesar understands importance good government values things art love summary wikipedia br br cast list br belzanor first auxilliary a href https librivox org reader 8274 scottmolson a br persian second auxilliary a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuckw a br sentinel soldier roman soldiers a href https librivox org reader 8425 silverquill a br voice the newcomer bel affris first porter a href https librivox org reader 3032 rick rodstrom a br guardsmen second porter a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br women a woman charmian a href https librivox org reader 1259 gloriana a br ftatateeta a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br nubian sentinel third porter musician a href https librivox org reader 7679 libbyg a br man caesar a href https librivox org reader 3912 neustar a br girl cleopatra a href https librivox org reader 6544 jofriday21 a br pothinus a href https librivox org reader 7500 professorrct a br theodotus the official a href https librivox org reader 3994 amateurozmologist a br achillas fourth porter the second official a href https librivox org reader 3699 beeber a br rufio a href https librivox org reader 6535 jondalar1988 a br britannus a href https librivox org reader 8570 gmprzywara a br bolder courtiers all courtiers major domo a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lucius boatman a href https librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br centurion a href https librivox org reader 8504 gman a br nubian nubian sentinel apollodorus a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br ptolemy a href https librivox org reader 8197 vper a br iras a href https librivox org reader 8535 drdawnduncan a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 26 dsayers a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br coordinated by a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br |
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7040 |
7638 |
He Can Who Thinks He Can |
Orison Swett Marden |
Self-Help |
Do you have what it takes to be the person you want to be? This is a neat self help book in plain English by the New Thought Movement author Orison Swett Marden. He has included various essays on the principles he believes will lead to success in life. This book is a nice reading for any one who believes in "The golden opportunity you are seeking is in yourself. It is not in your environment; it is not in luck or chance, or the help of others; it is in yourself alone," which was one of Orison Swett Marden's famous dialogues. (Summary by sidhu177)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/he-can-who-thinks-he-can-by-orison-swett-marden/ |
takes person want be neat self help book plain english new thought movement author orison swett marden included various essays principles believes lead success life book nice reading one believes the golden opportunity seeking yourself environment luck chance help others alone one orison swett marden s famous dialogues summary sidhu177 p |
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7041 |
7639 |
Tale of a Tub |
Jonathan Swift |
Satire |
A Tale of a Tub was the first major work written by Jonathan Swift, composed between 1694 and 1697, that was eventually published in 1704. It is arguably his most difficult satire, and perhaps his most masterly. The Tale is a prose parody which is divided into sections of "digression" and a "tale" of three brothers, each representing one of the main branches of western Christianity. A Tale was long regarded as a satire on religion itself, and has famously been attacked for that, starting with William Wotton. The "tale" presents a consistent satire of religious excess, while the digressions are a series of parodies of contemporary writing in literature, politics, theology, Biblical exegesis, and medicine. The overarching parody is of enthusiasm, pride, and credulity. At the time it was written, politics and religion were still linked very closely in England, and the religious and political aspects of the satire can often hardly be separated. "The work made Swift notorious, and was widely misunderstood, especially by Queen Anne herself who mistook its purpose for profanity." "It effectively disbarred its author from proper preferment within the church," but is considered one of Swift's best allegories, even by himself. It was enormously popular, but Swift believed it damaged his prospect of advancement in the Church of England. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1704 |
https://librivox.org/a-tale-of-a-tub-by-jonathan-swift/ |
tale tub first major work written jonathan swift composed 1694 1697 eventually published 1704 arguably difficult satire perhaps masterly tale prose parody divided sections digression tale three brothers representing one main branches western christianity tale long regarded satire religion itself famously attacked that starting william wotton tale presents consistent satire religious excess digressions series parodies contemporary writing literature politics theology biblical exegesis medicine overarching parody enthusiasm pride credulity time written politics religion still linked closely england religious political aspects satire often hardly separated the work made swift notorious widely misunderstood especially queen anne mistook purpose profanity it effectively disbarred author proper preferment within church considered one swift s best allegories even himself enormously popular swift believed damaged prospect advancement church england summary wikipedia p |
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7042 |
7640 |
To the Christian Nobility of the German Nation |
Martin Luther |
*Non-fiction, Early Modern |
Early in the course of the Reformation (1520) Martin Luther penned a trilogy of foundational documents addressing the German Nobility, the Church and the Christian. "To the Christian Nobility" appeared first. In it, Luther identifies and attacks the three walls with which the papacy insulates itself from reformation. Next, he discusses three areas that need to be addressed by a council. Finally, he offers 27 articles respecting reforms needed in Christendom. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)</p> |
English |
1520 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-christian-nobility-of-the-german-nation-by-martin-luther/ |
early course reformation 1520 martin luther penned trilogy foundational documents addressing german nobility church christian to christian nobility appeared first it luther identifies attacks three walls papacy insulates reformation next discusses three areas need addressed council finally offers 27 articles respecting reforms needed christendom summary jonathan lange p |
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7043 |
7641 |
Shadow of a Sin (Dramatic reading) |
Charlotte M. Brame |
Dramatic Readings |
A story of a young woman in love and the sacrifices she makes in order to save a man's life when he is accused of murder. Has she gone too far and risked too much? Will she ever find happiness again, or is she destined to live a life of secrecy? (Summary by Michele Eaton)\n\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Randall Vaughan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Hyacinth Vaughan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Millicent Holte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Lady Vaughan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>Clare Brandon (Vaughan): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>Claude Lennox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8270">Hans-Christian Eick</a><br>Sir Arthur Vaughan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Anna Barratt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Mary Pincott (Lady Vaughan's Maid): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5622">Roseanne Schmidt</a><br>Colonel Lennox (Uncle of Claude): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Adrian Darcy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Lord Chandon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Housemaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Boy at Station: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4788">Bill Boerst</a><br>Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4788">Bill Boerst</a><br>Train Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Fellow Traveller: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Mr Landon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Sergeant Burton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Judge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7389">Steve C</a><br>Usher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7389">Steve C</a><br>Prosecution: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Woman in Court: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Man in Court: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Mother of Claude: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7846">Marmalade Hanna</a><br>Hairdresser: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7846">Marmalade Hanna</a><br>Court Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Dr Robert Chalmers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Maid to Dr Chalmers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs Chalmers (Dr Chalmers Mother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>Lady Dartelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br>Mary King (Maid): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sir Aubrey Dartelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7389">Steve C</a><br>Veronica Dartelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mildred Dartelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Clara Dartelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>Footman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Gustave (Valet to Lord Chandon): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Kate Mansfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8320">Elizabeth Ramsey</a><br>Dr Ewald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by Michele Eaton<br><br>\nProof Listening by Michele Eaton and Kathrine Engan</strong><br><br>\n |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-of-a-sin-by-charlotte-m-brame/ |
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7044 |
7642 |
Relíquia |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Travel Fiction |
A Relíquia é um romance do escritor português Eça de Queirós, publicado em 1887. Uma de suas obras mais irreverentes e mais fantasiosas, "A Relíquia"pode ser lida como uma sátira ao catolicismo em Portugal, ou, mais amplamente, ao conservadorismo, através das memórias do narrador Teodorico Raposo, que, para herdar a fortuna da tia velha e solteirona, vive uma vida dupla: extremamente católico e devoto para a família, mas um ébrio galanteador junto aos amigos. Como prova cabal de sua devoção, Teodorico empreende a longa viagem de Portugal à Terra Santa como representante da tia, num esforço de manutenção das aparências que resulta, segundo o narrador, em aventuras que viriam a modificá-lo para o resto da vida. O livro tem como epígrafe a frase "Sobre a nudez forte da verdade, o manto diáfano da fantasia". (Resumo escrito por Leni)<p> |
Portuguese |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-reliquia-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
relíquia é um romance escritor português eça de queirós publicado em 1887 uma de suas obras mais irreverentes e mais fantasiosas a relíquia pode ser lida como uma sátira ao catolicismo em portugal ou mais amplamente ao conservadorismo através das memórias narrador teodorico raposo que para herdar fortuna da tia velha e solteirona vive uma vida dupla extremamente católico e devoto para família mas um ébrio galanteador junto aos amigos como prova cabal de sua devoção teodorico empreende longa viagem de portugal à terra santa como representante da tia num esforço de manutenção das aparências que resulta segundo narrador em aventuras que viriam modificá lo para resto da vida livro tem como epígrafe frase sobre nudez forte da verdade manto diáfano da fantasia resumo escrito por leni p |
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7045 |
7643 |
Woman's Journey Round the World |
Ida Laura Pfeiffer |
Exploration |
Ida Laura Pfeiffer was an Austrian traveler and travel book author, one of the first female explorers, whose popular books were translated into several languages. "The Woman's Journey Around the World, from Vienna to Brazil, Chili, Tahiti, China, Hindostan, Persia, and Asia Minor" is the travel diary of the first of her two trips "around the world", following her successful trips to the Holy Land and to Iceland. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/a-womans-journey-round-the-world-by-ida-laura-pfeiffer/ |
ida laura pfeiffer austrian traveler travel book author one first female explorers whose popular books translated several languages the woman s journey around world vienna brazil chili tahiti china hindostan persia asia minor travel diary first two trips around world following successful trips holy land iceland summary leni p |
| 7110 |
7046 |
7644 |
Herrmann's Book of Magic |
Alexander Herrmann |
Crafts & Hobbies, Performing Arts |
Black Art Fully Exposed.\nA complete and practical guide to drawing-room and stage magic for professionals and amateurs, including a complete exposure of the black art. (Summary by Prof. Herrmann)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/herrmanns-book-of-magic-by-alexander-herrmann/ |
black art fully exposed complete practical guide drawing room stage magic professionals amateurs including complete exposure black art summary prof herrmann p |
| 7111 |
7047 |
7645 |
Librivox Multilingual Short Works Collection 008 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>01 Japanese - Chichi by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akutagawa_Ryunosuke">Akutagawa Ryunosuke</a> (1892-1927) [1916] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000879/files/30_15215.html">Text</a> - key words: prose, fiction, father<br />\n02 Japanese - Hoshi by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kunikida_Doppo">Kunikida Doppo</a> (1871-1908) [1896] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000038/files/42207_34797.html">Text</a> - key words: prose, fiction, star<br />\n03 Latin - Horace Ode 3: Virgil: Off to Greece from Horace Odes and Epodes by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace">Quintus Horatius Flaccus</a> (65BC-8BC) - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9646">Text</a> - Key words: poem, ode<br />\n04 Latin - Catullus 3: On the Death of Lesbia's Sparrow from The Carmina of Gaius Valerius Catullus by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catullus">Gaius Valerius Catullus</a> (84BC-54BC) [1893] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20732">Text</a> - Key words: poem<br />\n05 German - Das Sinngedicht des persischen Zeltmachers; neue Vierzeiler nach Omar Khayyâm by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Klabund">Klabund (Alfred Henschke)</a> (1890-1928) [1917] - <a href="http://gedichte.xbib.de/Klabund_gedicht_Das+Sinngedicht+des+persischen+Zeltmachers.htm">Text</a> - Key words: poetry, translation of quatrains from Omar Khayyam<br />\n06 Russian - The Raven (Voron) by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Allan_Poe">Edgar Allan Poe</a> (1809-1849) [1903] translated by V.Jabotinsky (1880-1940) - <a href="http://ru.m.wikisource.org/wiki/Ворон_(По/Жаботинский,_1897)">Text</a> - Key words: poetry<br />\n07 German - Sieh nicht, was andre tun by <a href="http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_Morgenstern">Christian Morgenstern</a> (1871-1914) [1914] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9623">Text</a> - Key words: poem, Gedicht<br />\n08 Russian - Chto v imeni tebe moyom by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pushkin">Aleksandr Pushkin</a> (1799-1837) [1830] - <a href="http://rvb.ru/pushkin/01text/01versus/0423_36/1830/0526.htm">Text</a> - Key words: poem<br />\n09 Russian - Pharaon i choral (The Cop and the Anthem) by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O._Henry">O. Henry</a> (1862-1910) [1906] translated by <a href="http://ru.wikisource.org/wiki/Александр_Николаевич_Горлин">A.N. Gorlin</a> (1878-1939) - <a href="http://ru.wikisource.org/wiki/Фараон_и_хорал_(О._Генри/Горлин)">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, short stories<br />\n10 Japanese - Caramel to Amedama by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yumeno_Kyūsaku">Yumeno Kyusaku</a> (1889-1927) [1936] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000096/files/46709_27683.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, children, caramel, candy<br />\n11 Yiddish - Alte Soken by <a href="http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immanuel_Olsvanger">Immanuel Oslvanger</a> (1881-1961) [1920] - <a href="http://archive.org/details/ausdervolksliter00oslvuoft">Text</a> - Key words: Comic prose<br />\n12 Low German - Matten Has' by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Klaus_Groth">Klaus Groth</a> (1819-1899) [1853] - <a href="http://gutenberg.spiegel.de/buch/4805/34">Text</a> - Key words: poetry<br />\n13 Polish - Chory Kotek by <a href="http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanisław_Jachowicz">Stanisław Jachowicz</a> (1796-1857) [1916] - <a href="http://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Bajki_i_powiastki/Chory_kotek">Text</a> - Key words: Children's poetry, Polish, English accent<br />\n14 Hindi - Kucchh padd by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharatendu_Harishchandra">Bharatendu Harishchandra</a> (1850-1885) [] - <a href="http://www.manaskriti.com/kaavyaalaya/bhrtendu.stm">Text</a> - Key words: hindi poem<br />\n15 German - Fink und Frosch by <a href="http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilhelm_Busch">Wilhelm Busch</a> (1832-1908) [1851-1907] - <a href="http://www.textlog.de/busch-gedichte-fink-frosch.html">Text</a> - Key words: comic poetry<br />\n16 German - Du bist wie eine Blume by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Heine">Heinrich Heine</a> (1797-1856) [1827] - <a href="http://www.heinrich-heine.net/haupt.htm">Text</a> - Key words: poetry, lyric<br />\n17 German - Ballade in U-Dur by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detlev_von_Liliencron">Detlev von Liliencron</a> (1844-1909) [1903] - <a href="http://gutenberg.spiegel.de/buch/2054/18">Text</a> - Key words: ballad, poetry<br />\n18 Japanese - Shirotsubaki by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yumeno_Kyūsaku">Yumeno Kyusaku</a> (1889-1927) [1936] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000096/files/2301_13524.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, children, camellia<br />\n19 Latin - Lugete, o Veneres Cupidinesque by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catullus">Gaius Valerius Catullus</a> (84–54 BC) [1893] - <a href="https://archive.org/stream/catulluswithper00owengoog#page/n30/mode/2up">Text</a> - Key words: poetry<br />\n20 Latin - Vivamus, mea Lesbia, atque amemus by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catullus">Gaius Valerius Catullus</a> (84–54 BC) [1893] - <a href="https://archive.org/stream/catulluswithper00owengoog#page/n34/mode/2up">Text</a> - Key words: poetry<br />\n21 Latin - Miser Catulle, desinas ineptire by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catullus">Gaius Valerius Catullus</a> (84–54 BC) [1893] - <a href="https://archive.org/stream/catulluswithper00owengoog#page/n36/mode/2up">Text</a> - Key words: poetry<br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-multilingual-short-works-collection-008/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 japanese chichi a href http en wikipedia org wiki akutagawa_ryunosuke akutagawa ryunosuke a 1892 1927 1916 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000879 files 30_15215 html text a key words prose fiction father br 02 japanese hoshi a href http en wikipedia org wiki kunikida_doppo kunikida doppo a 1871 1908 1896 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000038 files 42207_34797 html text a key words prose fiction star br 03 latin horace ode 3 virgil greece horace odes epodes a href http en wikipedia org wiki horace quintus horatius flaccus a 65bc 8bc a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 9646 text a key words poem ode br 04 latin catullus 3 death lesbia s sparrow carmina gaius valerius catullus a href http en wikipedia org wiki catullus gaius valerius catullus a 84bc 54bc 1893 a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 20732 text a key words poem br 05 german das sinngedicht des persischen zeltmachers neue vierzeiler nach omar khayyâm a href http en wikipedia org wiki klabund klabund alfred henschke a 1890 1928 1917 a href http gedichte xbib de klabund_gedicht_das sinngedicht des persischen zeltmachers htm text a key words poetry translation quatrains omar khayyam br 06 russian raven voron a href http en wikipedia org wiki edgar_allan_poe edgar allan poe a 1809 1849 1903 translated v jabotinsky 1880 1940 a href http ru m wikisource org wiki ворон_ по жаботинский _1897 text a key words poetry br 07 german sieh nicht andre tun a href http de wikipedia org wiki christian_morgenstern christian morgenstern a 1871 1914 1914 a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 9623 text a key words poem gedicht br 08 russian chto v imeni tebe moyom a href http en wikipedia org wiki pushkin aleksandr pushkin a 1799 1837 1830 a href http rvb ru pushkin 01text 01versus 0423_36 1830 0526 htm text a key words poem br 09 russian pharaon choral the cop anthem a href http en wikipedia org wiki o _henry o henry a 1862 1910 1906 translated a href http ru wikisource org wiki александр_николаевич_горлин a n gorlin a 1878 1939 a href http ru wikisource org wiki фараон_и_хорал_ о _генри горлин text a key words prose fiction short stories br 10 japanese caramel amedama a href http en wikipedia org wiki yumeno_kyūsaku yumeno kyusaku a 1889 1927 1936 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000096 files 46709_27683 html text a key words prose fiction children caramel candy br 11 yiddish alte soken a href http de wikipedia org wiki immanuel_olsvanger immanuel oslvanger a 1881 1961 1920 a href http archive org details ausdervolksliter00oslvuoft text a key words comic prose br 12 low german matten has a href http en wikipedia org wiki klaus_groth klaus groth a 1819 1899 1853 a href http gutenberg spiegel de buch 4805 34 text a key words poetry br 13 polish chory kotek a href http pl wikipedia org wiki stanisław_jachowicz stanisław jachowicz a 1796 1857 1916 a href http pl wikisource org wiki bajki_i_powiastki chory_kotek text a key words children s poetry polish english accent br 14 hindi kucchh padd a href http en wikipedia org wiki bharatendu_harishchandra bharatendu harishchandra a 1850 1885 a href http www manaskriti com kaavyaalaya bhrtendu stm text a key words hindi poem br 15 german fink und frosch a href http de wikipedia org wiki wilhelm_busch wilhelm busch a 1832 1908 1851 1907 a href http www textlog de busch gedichte fink frosch html text a key words comic poetry br 16 german du bist wie eine blume a href https en wikipedia org wiki heinrich_heine heinrich heine a 1797 1856 1827 a href http www heinrich heine net haupt htm text a key words poetry lyric br 17 german ballade u dur a href http en wikipedia org wiki detlev_von_liliencron detlev von liliencron a 1844 1909 1903 a href http gutenberg spiegel de buch 2054 18 text a key words ballad poetry br 18 japanese shirotsubaki a href http en wikipedia org wiki yumeno_kyūsaku yumeno kyusaku a 1889 1927 1936 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000096 files 2301_13524 html text a key words prose fiction children camellia br 19 latin lugete veneres cupidinesque a href https en wikipedia org wiki catullus gaius valerius catullus a 84 54 bc 1893 a href https archive org stream catulluswithper00owengoog page n30 mode 2up text a key words poetry br 20 latin vivamus mea lesbia atque amemus a href https en wikipedia org wiki catullus gaius valerius catullus a 84 54 bc 1893 a href https archive org stream catulluswithper00owengoog page n34 mode 2up text a key words poetry br 21 latin miser catulle desinas ineptire a href https en wikipedia org wiki catullus gaius valerius catullus a 84 54 bc 1893 a href https archive org stream catulluswithper00owengoog page n36 mode 2up text a key words poetry br |
| 7112 |
7048 |
7646 |
Jewels of Gwahlur |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction |
Conan The Barbarian is after fabulous treasure in this exciting story. But he finds himself in more difficulties than he had counted on. Crafty and powerful human opponents seek to skin him alive, bestial mutations seek to rip his arms off, denizens of the deep want to devour him whole and scantily clad dusky beauties try to waylay him at every step. And all of this to find the Jewels of Gwahlur, the most fabulous treasure every hidden in a secret temple. Has Conan finally met his match? Will his evil enemies or the seductive women finally succeed in making him beg for mercy? Listen and find out. Caution: there is some sex, lots of (justified) violence and the women are all equally voluptuous, independent, yielding and very dangerous. </p> |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/jewels-of-gwahlur-by-robert-e-howard/ |
conan barbarian fabulous treasure exciting story finds difficulties counted on crafty powerful human opponents seek skin alive bestial mutations seek rip arms off denizens deep want devour whole scantily clad dusky beauties try waylay every step find jewels gwahlur fabulous treasure every hidden secret temple conan finally met match evil enemies seductive women finally succeed making beg mercy listen find out caution sex lots justified violence women equally voluptuous independent yielding dangerous p |
| 7113 |
7049 |
7647 |
Boston Blackie |
Jack Boyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Boston Blackie is the novelization of a group of pulp short stories by Jack Boyle (1881-1928). Blackie, an ex-con with a college education, is a jewel thief based in San Francisco, who outwits the cops with the help of his wife Mary. The character was altered for a later series of popular films and radio shows to become a “reformed” jewel thief turned private eye. (Summary by Winston Tharp) <p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/boston-blackie-by-jack-boyle/ |
boston blackie novelization group pulp short stories jack boyle 1881 1928 blackie ex con college education jewel thief based san francisco outwits cops help wife mary character altered later series popular films radio shows become reformed jewel thief turned private eye summary winston tharp p |
| 7114 |
7050 |
7648 |
1891 Collection |
Various |
Literary Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
A look at the year 1891 through literature and non-fiction essays first published that year, including works by Mary E Wilkins, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sara Orne Jewett, and Oscar Wilde. (Summary by BellonaTimes) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/1891-collection-by-various/ |
look year 1891 literature non fiction essays first published year including works mary e wilkins sir arthur conan doyle sara orne jewett oscar wilde summary bellonatimes |
| 7115 |
7051 |
7649 |
Our Little Irish Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
General |
This little book is intended to help American children (and adults) learn more about the children of Ireland, their culture and how they live their daily lives. It is one of a series attempting to do this with countries and peoples around the world hoping to not just educate but enlighten and bring tolerance for differences in the way we live. From the preface "You have often heard people speak of the Emerald Isle. When you have asked where it is and why it is so called, you have been told it is only another name for that small island to the northwest of the continent of Europe called Ireland. The rains there fall so often, and the sun shines so warmly afterward, that Mother Nature is able to dress herself in the brightest and loveliest of colours. The people there are cheerful and good-natured. They are always ready to smile through their tears and see the funny side of every hardship. And, alas! many things have happened to cause their tears to flow. They have suffered from poverty and hunger. Thousands of them have been forced to leave parents and friends, and seek a living within the kindly shores of America. America is great, America is kind, they may think, but oh! for one look at the beautiful lakes of Killarney; oh! for a walk over the green fields and hills of the Emerald Isle. And oh! for the chance to gather a cluster of shamrock, the emblem of dear old Erin.<br><br>\nThe little Irish cousin, who has never left her native land, may be poor, and sometimes ragged, but her heart is warm and tender, and she loves her country and her people with a love that will never change, no matter where she may travel or what fortune may befall her.(Summary by Phil Chenevert and the author) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-irish-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
little book intended help american children and adults learn children ireland culture live daily lives one series attempting countries peoples around world hoping educate enlighten bring tolerance differences way live preface you often heard people speak emerald isle asked called told another name small island northwest continent europe called ireland rains fall often sun shines warmly afterward mother nature able dress brightest loveliest colours people cheerful good natured always ready smile tears see funny side every hardship and alas many things happened cause tears flow suffered poverty hunger thousands forced leave parents friends seek living within kindly shores america america great america kind may think oh one look beautiful lakes killarney oh walk green fields hills emerald isle oh chance gather cluster shamrock emblem dear old erin br br little irish cousin never left native land may poor sometimes ragged heart warm tender loves country people love never change matter may travel fortune may befall her summary phil chenevert author p |
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7651 |
Flying Saucers are Real |
Donald Keyhoe |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
The Flying Saucers are Real is a book that investigates numerous encounters between USAF fighters, personnel, and other aircraft, and UFOs between 1947 and 1950. Keyhoe contended that the Air Force was actively investigating these cases of close encounter, with a policy of concealing their existence from the public until 1949. He stated that this policy was then replaced by one of cautious, progressive revelation. Keyhoe further stated that Earth had been visited by extraterrestrials for two centuries, with the frequency of these visits increasing sharply after the first atomic weapon test in 1945. Citing anecdotal evidence, he intimated the Air Force may have attained and adapted some aspect of the alien technology: its method of propulsion and perhaps its source of power. He believed the Air Force or the US Government would eventually reveal these technologies to the public when the Soviet Union was no longer a threat.\n\nDonald E. Keyhoe, who relates here his investigation of the flying saucers, writes with twenty-five years of experience in observing aeronautical developments. He is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. He flew in active service with the Marine Corps, managed the tour of the historic plane in which Bennett and Byrd made their North Pole flight, was aide to Charles Lindbergh after the famous Paris flight, and was chief of information for the Aeronautics Branch, Department of Commerce. (Summary by Wikipedia and book preface)</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/the-flying-saucers-are-real-by-donald-keyhoe/ |
flying saucers real book investigates numerous encounters usaf fighters personnel aircraft ufos 1947 1950 keyhoe contended air force actively investigating cases close encounter policy concealing existence public 1949 stated policy replaced one cautious progressive revelation keyhoe stated earth visited extraterrestrials two centuries frequency visits increasing sharply first atomic weapon test 1945 citing anecdotal evidence intimated air force may attained adapted aspect alien technology method propulsion perhaps source power believed air force us government would eventually reveal technologies public soviet union longer threat donald e keyhoe relates investigation flying saucers writes twenty five years experience observing aeronautical developments graduate u s naval academy annapolis flew active service marine corps managed tour historic plane bennett byrd made north pole flight aide charles lindbergh famous paris flight chief information aeronautics branch department commerce summary wikipedia book preface p |
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7054 |
7652 |
Analysis of Mind |
Bertrand Russell |
Modern |
A neat work on philosophy of mind by the 20th century analytic philosopher Bertrand Russell. (Summary by sidhu177) <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-analysis-of-mind-by-bertrand-russell/ |
neat work philosophy mind 20th century analytic philosopher bertrand russell summary sidhu177 p |
| 7118 |
7055 |
7653 |
Strangers at Lisconnel |
Jane Barlow |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Strangers at Lisconnel is a sequel to Jane Barlow’s Irish Idylls. The locations and most of the characters are common to both. There is great humor and concomitantly a certain melancholy in most of these stories of the most rural of rural places in Ireland. Although of a higher social class than her characters, Our Jane seems to have a touch of softness in her heart for their utter simplicity, abject poverty and naiveté. From the following brief example of dialogue, can be seen that Ms Barlow could only have come to write these words after having heard them countless times in person: Mrs. Kilfoyle: "I declare, now, you'd whiles think things knew what you was manin' in your mind, and riz themselves up agin it a' purpose to prevint you, they happen that conthráry." Although Jane Barlow did not consider her poetry worthwhile, the rythmn and music of her prose is magical to the ear. (Summary by JCarson) </p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/strangers-at-lisconnel-by-jane-barlow/ |
strangers lisconnel sequel jane barlow s irish idylls locations characters common both great humor concomitantly certain melancholy stories rural rural places ireland although higher social class characters jane seems touch softness heart utter simplicity abject poverty naiveté following brief example dialogue seen ms barlow could come write words heard countless times person mrs kilfoyle i declare now whiles think things knew manin mind riz agin a purpose prevint you happen conthráry although jane barlow consider poetry worthwhile rythmn music prose magical ear summary jcarson p |
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7056 |
7654 |
Mother Stories |
Maud Lindsay |
Short works |
"I have endeavored to write, for mothers and dear little children, a few simple stories, embodying some of the truths of Froebel's Mother Play...Most of these stories have been told and retold to little children, and are surrounded, in my eyes, by a halo of listening faces" from the Preface to Mother Stories by Maud Lindsay (Summary by Greg Giordano) </p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/mother-stories-by-maud-lindsay/ |
i endeavored write mothers dear little children simple stories embodying truths froebel s mother play most stories told retold little children surrounded eyes halo listening faces preface mother stories maud lindsay summary greg giordano p |
| 7120 |
7057 |
7655 |
Baron Olson och andra historier |
Sigge Strömberg |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Sigge Strömberg, född som Sigfrid Strömberg 22 december 1885 i Göteborg, död 3 mars 1920, svensk författare och journalist.<br><br />Strömberg praktiserade på en tidning i Minneapolis 1904-1905. Han återkom till Sverige och var verksam inom landsortspressen. Han arbetade 1910-1913 på den nystartade Vecko-Journalen, och 1914-1920 var han chefredaktör för Allt för Alla. Kort före sin död åtog sig han chefskapet för skämttidningen Kasper. Som författare skrev Strömberg huvudsakligen äventyrsberättelser samt pojkböcker. ”Baron Olsson och andra historier” är en samling korta, blandade kåserier om klurigheter, dårskaper, fåfänga, girighet mm. (Summary: Lars Rolander) <p> |
Swedish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/baron-olson-och-andra-historier-by-sigge-stroemberg/ |
sigge strömberg född som sigfrid strömberg 22 december 1885 göteborg död 3 mars 1920 svensk författare och journalist br br strömberg praktiserade på en tidning minneapolis 1904 1905 han återkom till sverige och var verksam inom landsortspressen han arbetade 1910 1913 på den nystartade vecko journalen och 1914 1920 var han chefredaktör för allt för alla kort före sin död åtog sig han chefskapet för skämttidningen kasper som författare skrev strömberg huvudsakligen äventyrsberättelser samt pojkböcker baron olsson och andra historier är en samling korta blandade kåserier om klurigheter dårskaper fåfänga girighet mm summary lars rolander p |
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7656 |
Phaedra |
Jean Racine |
Tragedy |
In the court of Louis XIV, adaptations of Greek tragedies were very popular. This play, heavily influenced by Euripides' Hippolytus, deals with love that violates social taboos. Note: In Racine's work, a new "scene" begins whenever a character enters or exits. Therefore, there are no stage directions, only a list of the characters on stage for each scene. The action is continuous for the entire act. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />\nTheseus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nPhaedra: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nHippolytus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />\nAricia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nOenone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />\nTheramenes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />\nIsmene: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br />\nPanope: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Libby Gohn</p> |
English |
1677 |
https://librivox.org/phaedra-by-jean-racine/ |
court louis xiv adaptations greek tragedies popular play heavily influenced euripides hippolytus deals love violates social taboos note racine s work new scene begins whenever character enters exits therefore stage directions list characters stage scene action continuous entire act summary libby gohn br br strong cast strong br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br theseus a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br phaedra a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br hippolytus a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br aricia a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br oenone a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br theramenes a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br ismene a href http librivox org reader 8272 haili a br panope a href http librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br br strong audio editing strong libby gohn p |
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8589 |
9210 |
Wind and the Moon |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 15 readings of The Wind and the Moon by George Macdonald. This is the fortnightly poetry project for September 28, 2014.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-and-the-moon-by-george-macdonald/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 readings wind moon george macdonald fortnightly poetry project september 28 2014 p |
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7059 |
7657 |
Lesson of the Master |
Henry James |
General Fiction |
A promising young writer meets an older man whose works have inspired him, as well as a highly intelligent and attractive young woman, at a gathering in a country house. Anxious to learn all he can from the older writer, the young man seeks his views not only about art, but also the way in which a serious artist should live. By the end of the work, he has indeed learned his lessons, albeit not quite those that he was expecting. It's not giving anything away to say that this work bears some resemblance to James's later novel, The Ambassadors, which in many ways engages the same questions. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-lesson-of-the-master-by-henry-james/ |
promising young writer meets older man whose works inspired him well highly intelligent attractive young woman gathering country house anxious learn older writer young man seeks views art also way serious artist live end work indeed learned lessons albeit quite expecting giving anything away say work bears resemblance james s later novel ambassadors many ways engages questions summary nicholas clifford p |
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7060 |
7658 |
Of All Things |
Robert C. Benchley |
Humor |
A collection of amusing essays satirizing serious consideration of topics including natural history, social etiquette, or indeed, civilized behavior (especially of the upper classes). (Summary by Arnold Banner)<br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/of-all-things-by-robert-c-benchley/ |
collection amusing essays satirizing serious consideration topics including natural history social etiquette indeed civilized behavior especially upper classes summary arnold banner br br |
| 7125 |
7061 |
7659 |
Economic Consequences of the Peace |
John Maynard Keynes |
Political Science |
The Economic Consequences of the Peace (1919) was a best seller throughout the world, published by John Maynard Keynes. Keynes attended the Versailles Conference as a delegate of the British Treasury and argued for a much more generous peace with Germany. The book was critical in establishing a general worldwide opinion that the Versailles Treaty was a brutal and unfair peace towards Germany. It helped to consolidate American public opinion against the treaty and involvement in the League of Nations. The perception by much of the British public that Germany had been treated unfairly in turn was a crucial factor in public support for appeasement. The success of the book established Keynes' reputation as a leading economist especially on the left. (Summary by Graham McMillan)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-economic-consequences-of-the-peace-by-john-maynard-keynes/ |
economic consequences peace 1919 best seller throughout world published john maynard keynes keynes attended versailles conference delegate british treasury argued much generous peace germany book critical establishing general worldwide opinion versailles treaty brutal unfair peace towards germany helped consolidate american public opinion treaty involvement league nations perception much british public germany treated unfairly turn crucial factor public support appeasement success book established keynes reputation leading economist especially left summary graham mcmillan p |
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7062 |
7660 |
Under the Lilacs (version 2) |
Louisa May Alcott |
General |
Under the Lilacs is a tale of friendship and adventure from celebrated author Louisa May Alcott.\nWhen sisters Bab and Betty Moss decide to have a tea party one spring morning, little did they know a strange and talented dog and a bedraggled circus run-away would come into their lives. Ben Brown is believed to be orphaned. With no family to return to, the girl's kind neighbour, Miss Celia, takes Ben under her care, where he learns the true meaning of friendship, home and family. (Summary by Tara Dow) <p> |
English |
1187 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-lilacs-version-2-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
lilacs tale friendship adventure celebrated author louisa may alcott sisters bab betty moss decide tea party one spring morning little know strange talented dog bedraggled circus run away would come lives ben brown believed orphaned family return to girl s kind neighbour miss celia takes ben care learns true meaning friendship home family summary tara dow p |
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7063 |
7661 |
Intimate Talks with Movie Stars |
Edward Weitzel |
Biography & Autobiography, Performing Arts |
A collection of interviews originally published in Moving Picture World that aims to give the movie-mad public "intimate pen pictures of the stars of the screen." Weitzel interviews some of the most renowned film stars of the 1920s: Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, Lillian and Dorothy Gish, Gloria Swanson, Pearl White, and more! (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/intimate-talks-with-movie-stars-by-edward-weitzel/ |
collection interviews originally published moving picture world aims give movie mad public intimate pen pictures stars screen weitzel interviews renowned film stars 1920s mary pickford douglas fairbanks lillian dorothy gish gloria swanson pearl white more summary chuckw p |
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7064 |
7662 |
Cuentos, Adivinanzas y Refranes Populares |
Fernan Caballero |
Single Author Collections |
Cecilia Böhl de Faber (1796 Morges, Suiza - 1877 Sevilla), que firmaba con el pseudónimo de Fernán Caballero, comenzó a publicar sus obras, a causa de su precaria situación económica, por entregas en los diarios. El papel de Cecilia Böhl de Faber en la narrativa hispánica es clave. Ha sido considerada como la impulsora de la renovación de la novela española, que había perdido el brillo que tuvo en la Edad de Oro. La resonancia de sus novelas y su influencia fue considerable, especialmente entre escritores como Antonio Trueba o Luis Coloma. Galdós reconoció las aportaciones de Caballero al renacimiento del arte de novelar.\n(Resumen por Tux)<p> |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-adivinanzas-y-refranes-populares-by-fernan-caballero/ |
cecilia böhl de faber 1796 morges suiza 1877 sevilla que firmaba con el pseudónimo de fernán caballero comenzó publicar sus obras causa de su precaria situación económica por entregas en los diarios el papel de cecilia böhl de faber en la narrativa hispánica es clave ha sido considerada como la impulsora de la renovación de la novela española que había perdido el brillo que tuvo en la edad de oro la resonancia de sus novelas su influencia fue considerable especialmente entre escritores como antonio trueba luis coloma galdós reconoció las aportaciones de caballero al renacimiento del arte de novelar resumen por tux p |
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7664 |
Rock of Chickamauga |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
War & Military Fiction, Action & Adventure |
"The Rock of Chickamauga," presenting a critical phase of the great struggle in the west, is the sixth volume in the series, dealing with the Civil War, of which its predecessors have been "The Guns of Bull Run," "The Guns of Shiloh," "The Scouts of Stonewall," "The Sword of Antietam" and "The Star of Gettysburg." Dick Mason who fights on the Northern side, is the hero of this romance, and his friends reappear also. (Summary from the Foreword)</p>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-rock-of-chickamauga-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the rock chickamauga presenting critical phase great struggle west sixth volume series dealing civil war predecessors the guns bull run the guns shiloh the scouts stonewall the sword antietam the star gettysburg dick mason fights northern side hero romance friends reappear also summary foreword p |
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7066 |
7665 |
Defiant Agents (Version 2) |
Andre Norton |
Science Fiction |
Operation Cochise: a carefully planned Western move to colonize a planet ahead of the Reds. Travis Fox had been an eager volunteer, but the morning he dragged himself half-conscious from the wrecked spaceship on the planet Topaz, he sensed the terror which would threaten the project. Travis never learned why the ship had crashed, nor why he and the other Apache agents had been shot into space without warning and under Redax control, a machine which had returned them to ancestral mentality. But the dangers on Topaz demanded free minds, for Travis soon realized that if the Reds already encamped beyond the mountains--a horde of barbaric Mongols completely dominated by their masters--discovered the secret of the eerie underground chamber in the towers hidden in a valley of mists, not only Topaz but Terra itself would be destroyed. (Summary from the Gutenberg text)</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/the-defiant-agents-by-andre-norton-2/ |
operation cochise carefully planned western move colonize planet ahead reds travis fox eager volunteer morning dragged half conscious wrecked spaceship planet topaz sensed terror would threaten project travis never learned ship crashed apache agents shot space without warning redax control machine returned ancestral mentality dangers topaz demanded free minds travis soon realized reds already encamped beyond mountains a horde barbaric mongols completely dominated masters discovered secret eerie underground chamber towers hidden valley mists topaz terra would destroyed summary gutenberg text p |
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7067 |
7666 |
Journey of Coronado |
Pedro de Castañeda |
Early Modern, Exploration |
In 1540, Francisco Vásquez de Coronado led an army from Mexico is search of the fabled golden cities of Cíbola. The Spaniards found no riches—instead, the Grand Canyon, the vast buffalo plains, and the pueblos of Zuni and Pecos. The narratives in this volume are all first-hand accounts of the Coronado expedition--raw, gripping, spirit-stirring--translated from the Spanish by George Parker Winship. The primary account was written by Pedro de Castañeda, a soldier in Coronado’s army. Letters from Coronado to the viceroy of Mexico and the Spanish king are also included. (Summary by Sue Anderson) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-journey-of-coronado-by-pedro-de-castaneda/ |
1540 francisco vásquez de coronado led army mexico search fabled golden cities cíbola spaniards found riches instead grand canyon vast buffalo plains pueblos zuni pecos narratives volume first hand accounts coronado expedition raw gripping spirit stirring translated spanish george parker winship primary account written pedro de castañeda soldier coronado s army letters coronado viceroy mexico spanish king also included summary sue anderson p |
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7068 |
7667 |
Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Short-stories/fairy tales by H. C. Anderson, includes The Ice-maiden -- The Butterfly -- The Psyche -- The Snail and the Rose-tree<br><br>The Ice-Maiden: Written toward the end of Hans Christian Andersen's career, "The Ice-Maiden" is the story of Rudy, a boy who's mother died in the ice of the mountains while he survives, saved by the kiss of the Ice-Maiden. The Ice-Maiden, jealous that the boy she claimed has escaped her embrace, pursues him through the rest of his life.<br><br>The Butterfly: A butterfly searches for the perfect flower to be his bride.<br><br>The Psyche: An artist creates a sculpture of a beautiful woman, to whom he confesses his love and is scorned.<br><br>The Snail and the Rose-Tree: A Snail and a Rose-Tree have a discussion about the meaning of their lives, and play them out.\n(Summary by ElleyKat) </p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-ice-maiden-and-other-tales-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
short stories fairy tales h c anderson includes ice maiden butterfly psyche snail rose tree br br the ice maiden written toward end hans christian andersen s career the ice maiden story rudy boy who s mother died ice mountains survives saved kiss ice maiden ice maiden jealous boy claimed escaped embrace pursues rest life br br the butterfly butterfly searches perfect flower bride br br the psyche artist creates sculpture beautiful woman confesses love scorned br br the snail rose tree snail rose tree discussion meaning lives play out summary elleykat p |
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7069 |
7668 |
Friendly Terrace Quartette (or Peggy Raymond At The Poplars) |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The Friendly Terrace Quartette (or Peggy Raymond At The Poplars) published in 1920, finds Peggy and her friends preparing for The Great War. Young men they had known as boys are signing up to train and fight as soldiers, while the girls find themselves looking for what they can do to help. Priscilla, and Amy join Peggy in The Land Army to assist in agricultural labour usually left to men of the period. Ruth, of weaker health, must remain on Friendly Terrace but manages to find her own way to be useful. In the station of The Land Army, known as The Poplars, Peggy, Priscilla and Amy meet many other young women who have come to lend aid, discovering their strengths and weaknesses, secrets and triumphs. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-friendly-terrace-quartette-or-peggy-raymond-at-the-poplars-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
friendly terrace quartette or peggy raymond poplars published 1920 finds peggy friends preparing great war young men known boys signing train fight soldiers girls find looking help priscilla amy join peggy land army assist agricultural labour usually left men period ruth weaker health must remain friendly terrace manages find way useful station land army known poplars peggy priscilla amy meet many young women come lend aid discovering strengths weaknesses secrets triumphs summary daryl wor p |
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7070 |
7669 |
Yukon Trail |
William MacLeod Raine |
Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
The Yukon Trail: A Tale of the North (filmed as The Grip of the Yukon in 1928) is an adventure yarn from the prodigious output of William MacLeod Raine, who averaged nearly two western novels a year for some 46 years. Twenty of his novels have been filmed. Though Raine was prolific, he was a slow, careful, conscientious worker, intent on accurate detail, and considered himself a craftsman rather than an artist. (Adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-yukon-trail-by-william-macleod-raine/ |
yukon trail tale north filmed grip yukon 1928 adventure yarn prodigious output william macleod raine averaged nearly two western novels year 46 years twenty novels filmed though raine prolific slow careful conscientious worker intent accurate detail considered craftsman rather artist adapted wikipedia p |
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7091 |
7691 |
In the School Room |
John S. Hart |
Education |
In the first place, teaching is not simply telling. A class may be told a thing twenty times over, and yet not know it. Talking to a class is not necessarily teaching. I have known many teachers who were brimful of information, and were good talkers, and who discoursed to their classes with ready utterance a large part of the time allotted to instruction; yet an examination of their classes showed little advancement in knowledge. (Summary by John S. Hart)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-school-room-by-john-s-hart/ |
first place teaching simply telling class may told thing twenty times over yet know it talking class necessarily teaching known many teachers brimful information good talkers discoursed classes ready utterance large part time allotted instruction yet examination classes showed little advancement knowledge summary john s hart p |
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7071 |
7670 |
Underground Railroad, Part 2 |
William Still |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
"This is one of the most remarkable volumes of the century. Its publication has only been made possible by a combination of circumstances which seldom attend the birth of a book. Before emancipation, and while the bane of slavery was on the country, the thrilling facts of this volume could not have been made public. Peace and the blessing of freedom permit their publication, free circulation and unmolested reading.<br><br>Of all the thousands who favored freedom for the slaves, who gloried in the odium attached to anti-slaveryism, who witnessed the frequent efforts of the bondsmen to escape, who aided them in their quest for liberty, few dared to take notes of what they witnessed, and fewer still dared to preserve them, lest they should be turned into witnesses against them.<br><br>But one man, and that the author of this book, is known to have succeeded in preserving anything like a full account of the workings of the UNDERGROUND RAILROAD, as it was called before emancipation. These records grew on his hands during the years he acted as Chairman of the Philadelphia Branch of that celebrated corporation, until they reached the extent of the present volume. They are made up of letters received, of interviews held, of narratives taken down at the time, of real reminiscence and authentic biography. Nothing imaginative enters into the composition of the volume. It is simply succinct history, always startling, sometimes bloody. The annals of no time since the Inquisition are so full of daring ventures for life and liberty or heroic endurance under most trying circumstances." (from the Publisher)<br><br>William Still is often called the Father of the Underground Railroad. Over 14 years, he helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada. Still was committed to preserving the stories of the bondmen and he kept careful records of the many escaped slaves who passed through the Philadelphia “station”. The Underground Railroad was published in 1871 from Still’s records and diaries. In bringing you these stories, Librivox volunteers are reading from the 1878 edition. (Summary by MaryAnn)\n<br /><br />Complete list of recordings comprising this book:\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 1</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 2</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 3</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 4</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 5</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/ |
this one remarkable volumes century publication made possible combination circumstances seldom attend birth book emancipation bane slavery country thrilling facts volume could made public peace blessing freedom permit publication free circulation unmolested reading br br of thousands favored freedom slaves gloried odium attached anti slaveryism witnessed frequent efforts bondsmen escape aided quest liberty dared take notes witnessed fewer still dared preserve them lest turned witnesses them br br but one man author book known succeeded preserving anything like full account workings underground railroad called emancipation records grew hands years acted chairman philadelphia branch celebrated corporation reached extent present volume made letters received interviews held narratives taken time real reminiscence authentic biography nothing imaginative enters composition volume simply succinct history always startling sometimes bloody annals time since inquisition full daring ventures life liberty heroic endurance trying circumstances from publisher br br william still often called father underground railroad 14 years helped hundreds slaves escape freedom canada still committed preserving stories bondmen kept careful records many escaped slaves passed philadelphia station underground railroad published 1871 still s records diaries bringing stories librivox volunteers reading 1878 edition summary maryann br br complete list recordings comprising book a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 1 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 1 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 2 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 2 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 3 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 3 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 4 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 4 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 5 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 5 a br br |
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7072 |
7671 |
Brief Account of the Destruction of the Indies |
Bartolomé de las Casas |
Early Modern |
A Short Account of the Destruction of the Indies (Spanish: Brevísima relación de la destrucción de las Indias) is an account written by the Spanish Dominican friar Bartolomé de las Casas in 1542 (published in 1552) about the mistreatment of the indigenous peoples of the Americas in colonial times and sent to then Prince Philip II of Spain. One of the stated purposes for writing the account is his fear of Spain coming under divine punishment and his concern for the souls of the Native Peoples. The account is one of the first attempts by a Spanish writer of the colonial era to depict examples of unfair treatment that indigenous people endured in the early stages of the Spanish conquest of the Greater Antilles, particularly the island of Hispaniola. Las Casas's point of view can be described as being heavily against some of the Spanish methods of colonization, which, as he describes, have inflicted a great loss on the indigenous occupants of the islands. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1552 |
https://librivox.org/a-brief-account-of-the-destruction-of-the-indies-by-bartolome-de-las-casas/ |
short account destruction indies spanish brevísima relación de la destrucción de las indias account written spanish dominican friar bartolomé de las casas 1542 published 1552 mistreatment indigenous peoples americas colonial times sent prince philip ii spain one stated purposes writing account fear spain coming divine punishment concern souls native peoples account one first attempts spanish writer colonial era depict examples unfair treatment indigenous people endured early stages spanish conquest greater antilles particularly island hispaniola las casas s point view described heavily spanish methods colonization which describes inflicted great loss indigenous occupants islands summary wikipedia p |
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7073 |
7672 |
Story of Scraggles |
George Wharton James |
Animals & Nature |
"I was only a little baby song-sparrow, and from the moment I came out of my shell everybody knew there was something the matter with me." So starts the short story of Scraggles, a young sparrow who came to be rescued and nurtured by a human family, as told in Scraggles "own words". Listeners are forewarned the ending chapters of Scraggles may be disturbing to some of our younger listeners. A special note from the Reader - if you would like to see the pictures of Scraggles that are mentioned in the book, please visit the Project Gutenberg link for the text. (Summary by Tom Weiss)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-scraggles-by-george-wharton-james/ |
i little baby song sparrow moment came shell everybody knew something matter me starts short story scraggles young sparrow came rescued nurtured human family told scraggles own words listeners forewarned ending chapters scraggles may disturbing younger listeners special note reader would like see pictures scraggles mentioned book please visit project gutenberg link text summary tom weiss p |
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7074 |
7674 |
Prisoner for Blasphemy |
George William Foote |
Memoirs, Atheism & Agnosticism |
George William Foote, a British secularist, was convicted and imprisoned on the charge of blasphemy after founding "The Freethinker", a magazine that, despite the best efforts of the 19th Century British judicial system, is still going strong. "Prisoner for Blasphemy" is a memoir of his several trials and final imprisonment in Holloway Gaol. Although Foote's was the last prominent blasphemy case in England, his hope that the blasphemy law would soon be abolished was not to be realised until almost a century after his death, in 2008. (Summary by RobBoard)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/prisoner-for-blasphemy-by-george-william-foote/ |
george william foote british secularist convicted imprisoned charge blasphemy founding the freethinker magazine that despite best efforts 19th century british judicial system still going strong prisoner blasphemy memoir several trials final imprisonment holloway gaol although foote s last prominent blasphemy case england hope blasphemy law would soon abolished realised almost century death 2008 summary robboard p |
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7075 |
7675 |
What Men Live By and Other Tales (Version 2) |
Leo Tolstoy |
Religious Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of 4 stories by Leo Tolstoy, all dealing with the question asked in the title of the first story: What Does Man Live By. What is the purpose of life? How are we expected to live with others? What is all of this about anyway? And the answer to that question by the way is answered in a style that is uniquely and perfectly Tolstoy's. But these are not essays, but well written stories that tell about real people as they live real lives. The first story is broken into two parts and but is is read by the same person. Also the last story, How Much Land Does A Man Need has been broken into two sections for easier reading and it is also read by the same person for continuity and ease of understanding. The two stories in the middle, are much shorter but just as fascinating. Tolstoy was a deeply spiritual man and he always brought out the spiritual side of all the myriad questions he dealt with. (Summary by phil chenevert)</p>\n |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/what-men-live-by-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
collection 4 stories leo tolstoy dealing question asked title first story man live by purpose life expected live others anyway answer question way answered style uniquely perfectly tolstoy s essays well written stories tell real people live real lives first story broken two parts read person also last story much land man need broken two sections easier reading also read person continuity ease understanding two stories middle much shorter fascinating tolstoy deeply spiritual man always brought spiritual side myriad questions dealt with summary phil chenevert p |
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13695 |
14562 |
Jungle Flower |
Laurence Hope |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Jungle Flower by Laurence Hope.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 24, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nLaurence Hope is the pseudonym of English poet Adela Florence Nicolson. - Summary by David Lawrence\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-flower-by-laurence-hope/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings jungle flower laurence hope br weekly poetry project november 24 2019 br br laurence hope pseudonym english poet adela florence nicolson summary david lawrence |
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7076 |
7676 |
Christian's Secret of a Happy Life |
Hannah Whitall Smith |
Self-Help, Christianity - Other |
This Christian book is written in a easy and understandable way, where the strong biblical points are clear and and applicable. The richness of the truths explained, will make one want to listen to it over and over again. The book writes about our part and God's part in the Christian life. It also reveal many secrets to the Christian life. "Today it is your happy privilege to prove, as never before, your loyal confidence in the Lord by starting out with Him on a life and walk of faith, lived moment by moment in absolute and childlike trust in Him." quote from the book. It is a must listen to Christian classic. (Summary by peppersnoodles93)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-christians-secret-of-a-happy-life-by-hannah-whitall-smith/ |
christian book written easy understandable way strong biblical points clear applicable richness truths explained make one want listen again book writes part god s part christian life also reveal many secrets christian life today happy privilege prove never before loyal confidence lord starting life walk faith lived moment moment absolute childlike trust him quote book must listen christian classic summary peppersnoodles93 p |
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7077 |
7677 |
Compilation de poèmes - 005 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. <p> (Ezwa)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-005-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p ezwa p |
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7078 |
7678 |
fille aux yeux d'or |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Au cours d’une promenade, le comte Henri de Marsay, un dandy féroce investi d’un pouvoir qui lui permet de plier toute personne à sa volonté rencontre Paquita, une jeune femme d’une exceptionnelle beauté. A partir de cet instant, le comte n’aura de cesse de tenter de se l’approprier et lance une expédition pour l'enlever. Mais Paquita est jalousement gardée par la Marquise de San-Réal qui est follement amoureuse d’elle. Celle-ci finira par tuer sa maîtresse... La Fille aux yeux d’or est le troisième volet de l’Histoire des Treize qui regroupe Ferragus, La Duchesse de Langeais et La Fille aux yeux d’or. (Résumé par Graigolin)</p>\n\n |
French |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/la-fille-aux-yeux-dor-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
au cours d une promenade le comte henri de marsay un dandy féroce investi d un pouvoir qui lui permet de plier toute personne à sa volonté rencontre paquita une jeune femme d une exceptionnelle beauté partir de cet instant le comte n aura de cesse de tenter de se l approprier et lance une expédition pour l enlever mais paquita est jalousement gardée par la marquise de san réal qui est follement amoureuse d elle celle ci finira par tuer sa maîtresse la fille aux yeux d or est le troisième volet de l histoire des treize qui regroupe ferragus la duchesse de langeais et la fille aux yeux d or résumé par graigolin p |
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7079 |
7679 |
Lancelot, or The Knight of the Cart |
Chrétien de Troyes |
Romance |
This medieval French romance is the oldest surviving work about Lancelot. When Queen Guinevere is abducted by Meleagrant, Lancelot must face many trials, physical, emotional, and social, to rescue her. (Summary by Libby Gohn) <p> |
English |
1170 |
https://librivox.org/lancelot-or-the-knight-of-the-cart-by-chretien-de-troyes/ |
medieval french romance oldest surviving work lancelot queen guinevere abducted meleagrant lancelot must face many trials physical emotional social rescue her summary libby gohn p |
| 7146 |
7080 |
7680 |
Patchwork Girl of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
Yes, this is another wonderful OZ book with all the old familiar characters and some new delightful ones. The Patchwork Girl, a free spirit if ever there was one, is brought to life in this story and then sets out into the wonderful world of OZ to help her friend Ojo find the ingredients for a magic potion to save his Uncle. The five things they need are strange and the places and people they meet along their journey are sometimes dangerous and sometimes funny but the Patchwork Girl always finds humor and fun in all of them. They are accompanied by the Glass Cat who is stuck up and arrogant because of her good looks and 'pink brains'. Another fun book well written by Baum and worth listening to by fans of OZ from 7 to 107. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-patchwork-girl-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
yes another wonderful oz book old familiar characters new delightful ones patchwork girl free spirit ever one brought life story sets wonderful world oz help friend ojo find ingredients magic potion save uncle five things need strange places people meet along journey sometimes dangerous sometimes funny patchwork girl always finds humor fun them accompanied glass cat stuck arrogant good looks pink brains another fun book well written baum worth listening fans oz 7 107 summary phil chenevert p |
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7081 |
7681 |
Star |
Jane Taylor |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />To take you back to your childhood, LibriVox volunteers bring you 28 recordings of <i>The Star</i> by Jane Taylor. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 24, 2013.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-star-by-jane-taylor/ |
br to take back childhood librivox volunteers bring 28 recordings i the star i jane taylor weekly poetry project march 24 2013 br br |
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7082 |
7682 |
Summer in a Garden and Calvin, A Study of Character |
Charles Dudley Warner |
Animals, Gardening |
This is Warner's contemplative and humorous account of the wondrous and mysterious workings of a garden he tended for 19 weeks. After this is a essay of remembrance for Warner's beloved cat, Calvin. (Summary by Mark Penfold) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/summer-in-a-garden-and-calvin-a-study-of-character-by-charles-dudley-warner/ |
warner s contemplative humorous account wondrous mysterious workings garden tended 19 weeks essay remembrance warner s beloved cat calvin summary mark penfold p |
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7092 |
7692 |
People of the Black Circle |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantastic Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
"The People of the Black Circle" is one of the original novellas about Conan the Cimmerian, written by American author Robert E. Howard and first published in Weird Tales magazine in three parts over the September, October and November 1934 issues. It is set in the pseudo-historical Hyborian Age and concerns Conan kidnapping a regal princess of Vendhya (pre-historical India) and foiling a nefarious plot of world domination by the Black Seers of Yimsha. Due to its epic scope and atypical Hindustan flavor, the story is considered an undisputed classic of Conan lore and is often cited by Howard scholars as one of his best tales. It is also one of the few Howard stories where the reader is treated a deeper insight on magic and magicians beyond the stereotypical Hyborian depiction as demon conjurer-illusionist-priests. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/the-people-of-the-black-circle-by-robert-e-howard/ |
the people black circle one original novellas conan cimmerian written american author robert e howard first published weird tales magazine three parts september october november 1934 issues set pseudo historical hyborian age concerns conan kidnapping regal princess vendhya pre historical india foiling nefarious plot world domination black seers yimsha due epic scope atypical hindustan flavor story considered undisputed classic conan lore often cited howard scholars one best tales also one howard stories reader treated deeper insight magic magicians beyond stereotypical hyborian depiction demon conjurer illusionist priests summary wikipedia p |
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7083 |
7683 |
Fairy Book |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />\nThe sleeping beauty in the wood -- Hop-O'-My-Thumb -- Cinderella; or, the little glass slipper -- Adventures of John Dietrich -- Beauty and the Beast -- Little One Eye, Little Two Eyes, and Little Three Eyes -- Jack the giant-killer -- Tom Thumb -- Rumpelstilzchen -- Fortunatus -- The Bremen Town Musicians -- Riquet with the tuft -- House Island -- Snow-White and Rose-Red -- Jack and the bean-stalk -- Graciosa and Percinet -- The iron stove -- The invisible prince -- The woodcutter's daughter -- Brother and sister -- Little Red-Riding-Hood -- Puss in Boots -- The wolf and the seven young goslings -- The fair one with golden looks -- The butterfly -- The frog-prince -- The white cat -- Prince Cherry -- Little Snowdrop -- The blue bird -- The yellow dwarf -- The six swans -- The prince with the nose -- The hind of the forest -- The juniper tree -- Clever Alice. All classic stories for children. (Summary by Project Gutenberg and WoollyBee) <br /><br /> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-book-by-dinah-maria-mulock-craik/ |
br sleeping beauty wood hop o my thumb cinderella or little glass slipper adventures john dietrich beauty beast little one eye little two eyes little three eyes jack giant killer tom thumb rumpelstilzchen fortunatus bremen town musicians riquet tuft house island snow white rose red jack bean stalk graciosa percinet iron stove invisible prince woodcutter s daughter brother sister little red riding hood puss boots wolf seven young goslings fair one golden looks butterfly frog prince white cat prince cherry little snowdrop blue bird yellow dwarf six swans prince nose hind forest juniper tree clever alice classic stories children summary project gutenberg woollybee br br |
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7084 |
7684 |
Heilige Weten |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction |
Het Heilige Weten is het vierde en laatste deel van de romancyclus "De boeken der kleine zielen".<BR>Het is 10 jaar na het derde deel, "Zielenschemering". Addy is inmiddels dokter, getrouwd met Mathilde en heeft twee kleine kinderen. Zij wonen in de grote, sombere villa in Driebergen die hij ge-erfd heeft van zijn grootouders. Bij hem in (en in de buurt) wonen een groot aantal familieleden die we kennen uit de vorige delen, onder andere zijn ouders en de kinderen van Constance's overleden broer. Addy is de spil van de familie geworden. Hij weet altijd wat het beste is voor iedereen om hem heen, behalve voor zichzelf. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)</p> |
Dutch |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/het-heilige-weten-van-louis-couperus/ |
het heilige weten het vierde en laatste deel van de romancyclus de boeken der kleine zielen br het 10 jaar na het derde deel zielenschemering addy inmiddels dokter getrouwd met mathilde en heeft twee kleine kinderen zij wonen de grote sombere villa driebergen die hij ge erfd heeft van zijn grootouders bij hem en de buurt wonen een groot aantal familieleden die kennen uit de vorige delen onder andere zijn ouders en de kinderen van constance s overleden broer addy de spil van de familie geworden hij weet altijd wat het beste voor iedereen om hem heen behalve voor zichzelf samenvatting door anna simon p |
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7085 |
7685 |
Ballad of Another Ophelia |
D. H. Lawrence |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of the haunting <i>Ballad of Another Ophelia</i> by D. H. Lawrence. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 24, 2013.<br><br> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ballad-of-another-ophelia-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings haunting i ballad another ophelia i d h lawrence fortnightly poetry project march 24 2013 br br |
| 7153 |
7086 |
7686 |
Tom of the Raiders |
William Henry Bishop |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Young Adult historical fiction of a young man joining the Union Army and taking part in the Great Locomotive Chase. (Summary by Brett Downey)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/tom-of-the-raiders-by-austin-bishop/ |
young adult historical fiction young man joining union army taking part great locomotive chase summary brett downey p |
| 7154 |
7087 |
7687 |
隣の嫁 (Tonari no Yome) |
Sachio Itō |
Romance |
農家の次男である省作は、最近、家で農作業をするようになった。その為、稲刈りなども、他の者と較べて遅い。隣家と共同で稲刈りをした時、隣家の嫁である「おとよ」さんが、助けてくれた。「おとよ」さんは、仲人に欺かれた形で、嫁に着たが、隣りの、省作に段々と引かれていく。 省作も「おとよ」さんのやさしさに、引かれ、 2人の間には、恋愛感情が芽生えてくる。<BR>This is a love story between a farmer's son & his neighbor's wife. The scene starts at a rice reaping day. They reap rice side by side. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/tonari-no-yome-by-ito-sachio/ |
農家の次男である省作は 最近 家で農作業をするようになった その為 稲刈りなども 他の者と較べて遅い 隣家と共同で稲刈りをした時 隣家の嫁である おとよ さんが 助けてくれた おとよ さんは 仲人に欺かれた形で 嫁に着たが 隣りの 省作に段々と引かれていく 省作も おとよ さんのやさしさに 引かれ 2人の間には 恋愛感情が芽生えてくる br this love story farmer s son neighbor s wife scene starts rice reaping day reap rice side side summary ekzemplaro p |
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7088 |
7688 |
Historic Adventures: Tales from American History |
Rupert S. Holland |
General |
This is a collection of early American stories, interesting read. (Summary by sidhu177) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/historic-adventures-tales-from-american-history-by-rupert-s-holland/ |
collection early american stories interesting read summary sidhu177 p |
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7089 |
7689 |
Miser |
Molière |
Comedy |
The Miser is a comedy of manners about a rich moneylender named Harpagon. His feisty children long to escape from his penny-pinching household and marry their respective lovers. Although the 17th-century French upper classes presumably objected to the play's message, it is less savage and somewhat less realistic than Molière's earlier play, Tartuffe, which attracted a storm of criticism on its first performance. (Summary by wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br>Harpagon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Cleante: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Valere: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6318">Cebes</a><br>Anselme: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br>Master Simon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Master Jacques: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>La Fleche: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Brindavoine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>La Merluche: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Elise: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Marianne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8320">Elizabeth Ramsey</a><br>Frosine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4781">Simon Pride</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1668 |
https://librivox.org/the-miser-by-moliere/ |
miser comedy manners rich moneylender named harpagon feisty children long escape penny pinching household marry respective lovers although 17th century french upper classes presumably objected play s message less savage somewhat less realistic molière s earlier play tartuffe attracted storm criticism first performance summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br harpagon a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br cleante a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br valere a href http librivox org reader 6318 cebes a br anselme a href http librivox org reader 8291 elliot gage a br master simon a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br master jacques a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br la fleche a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br brindavoine a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br la merluche a href http librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br elise a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br marianne a href http librivox org reader 8320 elizabeth ramsey a br frosine a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br officer a href http librivox org reader 4781 simon pride a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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7093 |
7693 |
LibriVox 8th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<br />For the past few years we have celebrated the anniversary of LibriVox with a collection loosely themed on the number of the anniversary year. This year is no exception.<br /><br />Readers have contributed 88 recordings in Dutch, English, French, German, Japanese, Polish and Yiddish, and this feast of fiction, poetry, essays, articles and musical items ranges from lectures to love letters, science to songs, travel to taxes, and politics to pirates, spiced with a dash of humour.<br /><br />It has, as always, been enormous fun for the readers and singers, and we hope that you, the listener, will gain just as much enjoyment as we have had producing it. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\n<strong>Some additional notes:</strong><br />\nSection 5, <em>Extract from The Eight-oared Victors</em>, Chapter 35, was written by Howard Garis under his pseudonym Lester Chadwick.<br />\nSection 37, <em>Love Letters of Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn</em> by Henry VIII also includes letters to Henry from Anne Boleyn (1501-1536).<br />\nSection 53, <em>Letters I to VIII of Political and Social Letters of a Lady of the 18th Century</em> was edited by Emily Fanny Dorothy Osborn McDonnell (1851-1925).<br />\nSection 54 <em>Eight Little Letters Make Three Little Words</em>: Words by Bert Kalmar (1884-1947); Music by Ted Snyder (1881-1965).<br />\nSection 55, <em>Koenig Heinrich der Achte – Prologue</em> was translated into the German by Wolf Graf Baudissin (1789-1878).<br />\nSection 65, <em>The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup</em> was translated into English by Shigeyoshi Obata.<br />\nSection 77, <em>In The Year 2889</em> was jointly written by Jules Verne (1828-1905) and Michel Verne (1861-1925).<br />\nSection 79, <em>Eight-day Clocks</em> was written by Mary Mapes Dodge under her pseudonym Joel Stacy.<br />\nSection 82, <em>Que ne suis je la fougère</em> Bergerette du 18ième siècle. Words: Riboutté (1770-1834); Music: Pergolesi (1710-1736).<br /><br />\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-8th-anniversary-collection/ |
br for past years celebrated anniversary librivox collection loosely themed number anniversary year year exception br br readers contributed 88 recordings dutch english french german japanese polish yiddish feast fiction poetry essays articles musical items ranges lectures love letters science songs travel taxes politics pirates spiced dash humour br br it has always enormous fun readers singers hope you listener gain much enjoyment producing it introduction ruth golding br br strong some additional notes strong br section 5 em extract eight oared victors em chapter 35 written howard garis pseudonym lester chadwick br section 37 em love letters henry viii anne boleyn em henry viii also includes letters henry anne boleyn 1501 1536 br section 53 em letters viii political social letters lady 18th century em edited emily fanny dorothy osborn mcdonnell 1851 1925 br section 54 em eight little letters make three little words em words bert kalmar 1884 1947 music ted snyder 1881 1965 br section 55 em koenig heinrich der achte prologue em translated german wolf graf baudissin 1789 1878 br section 65 em the eight immortals wine cup em translated english shigeyoshi obata br section 77 em in year 2889 em jointly written jules verne 1828 1905 michel verne 1861 1925 br section 79 em eight day clocks em written mary mapes dodge pseudonym joel stacy br section 82 em que ne suis je la fougère em bergerette du 18ième siècle words riboutté 1770 1834 music pergolesi 1710 1736 br br |
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7094 |
7694 |
Story of Cole Younger, by Himself |
Cole Younger |
Memoirs |
Autobiography of Cole Younger, American Civil War veteran and member of the Jesse James gang. Cole Younger was a member of Quantrill's Raiders during the Civil War and along with his brother, Jim Younger and the James brothers, robbed banks and trains during the 1870's. (Summary by William A Crenshaw) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-cole-younger-by-himself/ |
autobiography cole younger american civil war veteran member jesse james gang cole younger member quantrill s raiders civil war along brother jim younger james brothers robbed banks trains 1870 s summary william crenshaw p |
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7095 |
7695 |
Libro II de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Historical Fiction |
Las Historias (en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai 'aproximaciones, investigaciones') de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–después del 430 a. C.) es una obra escrita en dialecto jonio que tiene como objetivo narrar los enfrentamientos que tuvieron lugar entre griegos y bárbaros (asiáticos, especialmente persas) y, en concreto, las Guerras Médicas. Se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra y está dividida en nueve libros, cada uno de ellos dedicado a una musa. El libro segundo, dedicado a la musa Euterpe, contiene una descripción de la historia y costumbres del Antiguo Egipto. (Resumen de Wikipedia)</p> |
Spanish |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/libro-ii-de-la-historia-de-herodoto/ |
las historias en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai aproximaciones investigaciones de heródoto de halicarnaso 484 después del 430 a c es una obra escrita en dialecto jonio que tiene como objetivo narrar los enfrentamientos que tuvieron lugar entre griegos bárbaros asiáticos especialmente persas y en concreto las guerras médicas se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra está dividida en nueve libros cada uno de ellos dedicado una musa el libro segundo dedicado la musa euterpe contiene una descripción de la historia costumbres del antiguo egipto resumen de wikipedia p |
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7096 |
7696 |
Tale of Henrietta Hen |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
The Tale of Henrietta Hen is a cute children's book filled with the adventures of a hen named Henrietta. (Summary by SarahParshall)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-henrietta-hen-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
tale henrietta hen cute children s book filled adventures hen named henrietta summary sarahparshall p |
| 7161 |
7097 |
7697 |
Aeneid, prose translation |
Virgil |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epics |
The Aeneid is the most famous Latin epic poem, written by Virgil in the 1st century BC. The story revolves around the legendary hero Aeneas, a Trojan prince who left behind the ruins of his city and led his fellow citizens to Italy, where he became the ancestor of the Romans. The first six of the poem’s twelve books tell the story of Aeneas’ wanderings from Troy to Italy, while the poem’s second half treats the Trojans’ victorious war upon the Latins. This is the recording of J.W.MacKail's prose translation. (Summary by Leni)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-aeneid-by-virgil/ |
aeneid famous latin epic poem written virgil 1st century bc story revolves around legendary hero aeneas trojan prince left behind ruins city led fellow citizens italy became ancestor romans first six poem s twelve books tell story aeneas wanderings troy italy poem s second half treats trojans victorious war upon latins recording j w mackail s prose translation summary leni p |
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7098 |
7698 |
In Tune with the Infinite |
Ralph Waldo Trine |
Contemporary, Other religions |
Trine tells us that by connecting and harmonizing with the Universe we attract love, health, peace and success. Trines' writings may have been the most important to the "New Thought" movement of the late 1800's and early 1900's which was the forerunner to the "New Age" movement. (Summary by kirk202)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/in-tune-with-the-infinite-by-ralph-waldo-trine/ |
trine tells us connecting harmonizing universe attract love health peace success trines writings may important new thought movement late 1800 s early 1900 s forerunner new age movement summary kirk202 p |
| 7163 |
7099 |
7699 |
Popular History of the Art of Music |
W. S. B. Mathews |
History , Music |
Preface by W.S.B. Mathews: I have here endeavored to provide a readable account of the entire history of the art of music, within the compass of a single small volume, and to treat the luxuriant and many-sided later development with the particularity proportionate to its importance, and the greater interest appertaining to it from its proximity to the times of the reader.<br><br>The range of the work can be most easily estimated from the Table of Contents (pages 5-10). It will be seen that I have attempted to cover the same extent of history, in treating of which the standard musical histories of Naumann, Ambros, Fétis and others have employed from three times to ten times as much space. In the nature of the case there will be differences of opinion among competent judges concerning my success in this difficult undertaking. Upon this point I can only plead absolute sincerity of purpose, and a certain familiarity with the ground to be covered, due to having treated it in my lectures in the Chicago Musical College for five years, to the extent of about thirty-five lectures yearly. I have made free use of all the standard histories—those of Fétis, Ambros, Naumann, Brendel, Gevaert, Hawkins, Burney, the writings of Dr. Hugo Riemann, Dr. Ritter, Prof. Fillmore, and the dictionaries of Grove and Mendel, as well as many monographs in all the leading modern languages.</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-the-art-of-music-by-w-s-b-mathews/ |
preface w s b mathews endeavored provide readable account entire history art music within compass single small volume treat luxuriant many sided later development particularity proportionate importance greater interest appertaining proximity times reader br br the range work easily estimated table contents pages 5 10 seen attempted cover extent history treating standard musical histories naumann ambros fétis others employed three times ten times much space nature case differences opinion among competent judges concerning success difficult undertaking upon point plead absolute sincerity purpose certain familiarity ground covered due treated lectures chicago musical college five years extent thirty five lectures yearly made free use standard histories those fétis ambros naumann brendel gevaert hawkins burney writings dr hugo riemann dr ritter prof fillmore dictionaries grove mendel well many monographs leading modern languages p |
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7115 |
7715 |
Christmas at Thompson Hall |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction |
"A Mid-Victorian Christmas Tale"; tells of a night time encounter between relatives who had never before met, resulting in minor injuries, embarassment, and Trollope's usual 'nice' social interactions. (Summary by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-at-thompson-hall-by-anthony-trollope/ |
a mid victorian christmas tale tells night time encounter relatives never met resulting minor injuries embarassment trollope s usual nice social interactions summary arnold banner p |
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7100 |
7700 |
Queen of the Black Coast |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction |
Conan finally meets his match in Belit, the fierce, bloodthirsty and scantily clad pirate Queen. She also is unable to resist the huge, blue eyed, iron thewed barbarian who literally sweeps her off her feet. Together they become pirates of legend and are the scourge of the Black Coast. They venture up the river of death where no one has gone in centuries and lived, in search of plunder, battle and adventure. And get get more of all three than they could wish for.</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/conan-and-the-queen-of-the-black-coast-by-robert-e-howard/ |
conan finally meets match belit fierce bloodthirsty scantily clad pirate queen also unable resist huge blue eyed iron thewed barbarian literally sweeps feet together become pirates legend scourge black coast venture river death one gone centuries lived search plunder battle adventure get get three could wish for p |
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7101 |
7701 |
Short Poetry Collection 119 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-119/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers april 2013 p |
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7102 |
7702 |
Blue Flower |
Henry van Dyke |
Single Author Collections |
"Sometimes short stories are brought together like parcels in a basket. Sometimes they grow together like blossoms on a bush. Then, of course, they really belong to one another, because they have the same life in them. ...There is such a thought in this book. It is the idea of the search for inward happiness, which all men who are really alive are following, along what various paths, and with what different fortunes! Glimpses of this idea, traces of this search, I thought that I could see in certain tales that were in my mind,—tales of times old and new, of lands near and far away. So I tried to tell them, as best as I could, hoping that other men, being also seekers, might find some meaning in them" (Summary by from the preface) <p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-flower-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
sometimes short stories brought together like parcels basket sometimes grow together like blossoms bush then course really belong one another life them there thought book idea search inward happiness men really alive following along various paths different fortunes glimpses idea traces search thought could see certain tales mind tales times old new lands near far away tried tell them best could hoping men also seekers might find meaning them summary preface p |
| 7168 |
7103 |
7703 |
Little Star |
Unknown |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of <i>The Little Star</i>, author unknown, which parodies the previous week's children's favourite <a href="http://librivox.org/the-star-by-jane-taylor/" target="_blank"><i>The Star</i></a>. This was the Weekly Poetry project for March 31st, 2013.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-star-by-unknown/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings i the little star i author unknown parodies previous week s children s favourite a href http librivox org the star by jane taylor target _blank i the star i a weekly poetry project march 31st 2013 br br |
| 7169 |
7104 |
7704 |
French Revolution Volume 1 the Bastille |
Thomas Carlyle |
History |
The French Revolution: A History was written by the Scottish essayist, philosopher, and historian Thomas Carlyle. The three-volume work, first published in 1837 (with a revised edition in print by 1857), charts the course of the French Revolution from 1789 to the height of the Reign of Terror (1793–94) and culminates in 1795. A massive undertaking which draws together a wide variety of sources, Carlyle's history—despite the unusual style in which it is written—is considered to be an authoritative account of the early course of the Revolution.\nVolume 1 is titled 'The Bastille' </p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/the-french-revolution-volume-1-the-bastille-by-thomas-carlyle/ |
french revolution history written scottish essayist philosopher historian thomas carlyle three volume work first published 1837 with revised edition print 1857 charts course french revolution 1789 height reign terror 1793 94 culminates 1795 massive undertaking draws together wide variety sources carlyle s history despite unusual style written is considered authoritative account early course revolution volume 1 titled the bastille p |
| 7170 |
7105 |
7705 |
Arsène Lupin contre Herlock Sholmès |
Maurice Leblanc |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Arsène Lupin contre Herlock Sholmès » est un recueil de deux histoires paru en 1908, dans lequel Maurice Leblanc introduit le personnage, sorte de Sherlock Holmes un peu moins doué qui représente l’esprit britannique, calculateur, froid, un peu coincé face au caractère français, exubérant, chevaleresque, généreux, expansif, tel qu’exemplifié par Arsène Lupin. Dans le premier épisode, "La dame blonde", Arsène Lupin dérobe un secrétaire contenant un billet de loterie gagnant d’une valeur d’un million de francs. À la fin de cette aventure, le propriétaire et Lupin arrivent à une entente. Plus tard le Baron d'Hautrec est assasiné et un diamant bleu disparait. C'est alors qu'on fait appel à Herlock Sholmès. Les deux adversaires se font de nouveau face à face dans le deuxième épisode, dans lequel une lampe juive qui contient un bijou précieux est dérobée au baron d’Imblevalle (Résumé par Gilles) <p> |
French |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/arsene-lupin-contre-herlock-sholmes-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
arsène lupin contre herlock sholmès est un recueil de deux histoires paru en 1908 dans lequel maurice leblanc introduit le personnage sorte de sherlock holmes un peu moins doué qui représente l esprit britannique calculateur froid un peu coincé face au caractère français exubérant chevaleresque généreux expansif tel qu exemplifié par arsène lupin dans le premier épisode la dame blonde arsène lupin dérobe un secrétaire contenant un billet de loterie gagnant d une valeur d un million de francs à la fin de cette aventure le propriétaire et lupin arrivent à une entente plus tard le baron d hautrec est assasiné et un diamant bleu disparait c est alors qu on fait appel à herlock sholmès les deux adversaires se font de nouveau face à face dans le deuxième épisode dans lequel une lampe juive qui contient un bijou précieux est dérobée au baron d imblevalle résumé par gilles p |
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7106 |
7706 |
Young Folks' Treasury, Volume 2 |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the second book in a twelve volume series, and highlights myths and legendary heroes from around the world, from Ancient Greece to Scandinavia and the Far East. They are aimed at the junior audience. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-treasury-volume-2-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
second book twelve volume series highlights myths legendary heroes around world ancient greece scandinavia far east aimed junior audience summary lynne thompson p |
| 7172 |
7107 |
7707 |
My Own Story |
Emmeline Pankhurst |
Biography & Autobiography |
Emmeline Pankhurst was a British political activist and leader of the British suffragette movement. She was widely criticized for her militant tactics, but her work is recognised as a crucial element in achieving women's suffrage in Britain. In her autobiography, written and published just as the Great War was breaking out, Pankhurst tells of her experiences in fighting for women's rights. (Summary by Petra)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/my-own-story-by-emmeline-pankhurst/ |
emmeline pankhurst british political activist leader british suffragette movement widely criticized militant tactics work recognised crucial element achieving women s suffrage britain autobiography written published great war breaking out pankhurst tells experiences fighting women s rights summary petra p |
| 7173 |
8836 |
9461 |
Christmas Carol - Condensed by the Author for his Dramatic Readings |
Charles Dickens |
Children's Fiction |
This very special abridged version was written and performed by Dickens himself during his American Tour of 1862. Without the more terrifying and dark elements of the full length novel, its hour and a half length, and its lighter, comedic style makes this a family listening experience suited for all ages. ( Michael Armenta) </p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-condensed-by-charles-dickens/ |
special abridged version written performed dickens american tour 1862 without terrifying dark elements full length novel hour half length lighter comedic style makes family listening experience suited ages michael armenta p |
| 7174 |
7108 |
7708 |
One-Act Play Collection 006 |
Various |
Plays |
This collection includes ten one-act plays by David Belasco, Arnold Bennett, Hereward Carrington, Lewis Carroll, Lord Dunsany, John Galsworthy, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Maurice Maeterlinck, Anna Bird Stewart, and Alfred, Lord Tennyson. The Book Coordinators for this collection were Charlotte Duckett, Michele Eaton, Elizabeth Klett, Loveday, Piotr Nater, Algy Pug, Eden Rea-Hedrick, Todd, and Chuck Williamson. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-006-by-various/ |
collection includes ten one act plays david belasco arnold bennett hereward carrington lewis carroll lord dunsany john galsworthy charlotte perkins gilman maurice maeterlinck anna bird stewart alfred lord tennyson book coordinators collection charlotte duckett michele eaton elizabeth klett loveday piotr nater algy pug eden rea hedrick todd chuck williamson summary elizabeth klett p |
| 7175 |
7109 |
7709 |
Short Poetry Collection 155 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 31 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-155-by-various/ |
collection 31 poems read librivox volunteers april 2016 |
| 7176 |
7110 |
7710 |
Adventures of Grandfather Frog |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Longlegs the Blue Heron felt decidedly out of sorts. It was a beautiful morning, too beautiful for any one to be feeling that way. Indeed, it was the same beautiful morning in which Grandfather Frog had caught so many foolish green flies. Jolly, round, bright Mr. Sun was smiling his broadest. The Merry Little Breezes of Old Mother West Wind were dancing happily here and there over the Green Meadows, looking for some good turn to do for others. The little feathered people to whom Old Mother Nature has given the great blessing of music in their throats were pouring out their sweetest songs. So it seemed as if there was no good reason why Longlegs should feel out of sorts. The fact is the trouble with Longlegs was an empty stomach. Yes, Sir, that is what ailed Longlegs the Blue Heron that sunshiny morning. You know it is hard work to be hungry and happy at the same time. (Summary by Thornton W. Burgess in Chapter 2) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-grandfather-frog-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
longlegs blue heron felt decidedly sorts beautiful morning beautiful one feeling way indeed beautiful morning grandfather frog caught many foolish green flies jolly round bright mr sun smiling broadest merry little breezes old mother west wind dancing happily green meadows looking good turn others little feathered people old mother nature given great blessing music throats pouring sweetest songs seemed good reason longlegs feel sorts fact trouble longlegs empty stomach yes sir ailed longlegs blue heron sunshiny morning know hard work hungry happy time summary thornton w burgess chapter 2 p |
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7111 |
7711 |
Getting of Wisdom (Version 2) |
Henry Handel Richardson |
Published 1900 onward |
Henry Handel Richardson was the pseudonym of Ethel Florence Lindesay Richardson, a writer who was born in 1870 to a reasonably well-off family which later fell on hard times. The author's family lived in various Victorian towns and from the age of 13 to 17 Richardson attended boarding school at the Presbyterian Ladies' College in Melbourne, Victoria. It's this experience that feeds directly into The Getting of Wisdom. Laura Tweedle Rambotham, the main character, is the eldest child of a country family. She is a clever and highly imaginative child, given to inventing romantic stories for the entertainment of her younger siblings, and an avid reader. She is also both proud and sensitive and her mother finds her difficult to handle. Her mother is the widow of a barrister who supports her family in genteel poverty on her earnings from embroidery. At the age of twelve Laura is sent off to boarding school in Melbourne. Her experiences at school shock and humiliate the unworldly Laura. The girls at the school are generally from rather wealthy families and those, like Laura, who come from less fortunate backgrounds learn very early not to divulge their circumstances for fear of ridicule. From time to time Laura lets little snippets of information about her family slip out, and she suffers for it. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/getting-of-wisdom-the-version-2-by-henry-handel-richardson/ |
henry handel richardson pseudonym ethel florence lindesay richardson writer born 1870 reasonably well off family later fell hard times author s family lived various victorian towns age 13 17 richardson attended boarding school presbyterian ladies college melbourne victoria experience feeds directly getting wisdom laura tweedle rambotham main character eldest child country family clever highly imaginative child given inventing romantic stories entertainment younger siblings avid reader also proud sensitive mother finds difficult handle mother widow barrister supports family genteel poverty earnings embroidery age twelve laura sent boarding school melbourne experiences school shock humiliate unworldly laura girls school generally rather wealthy families those like laura come less fortunate backgrounds learn early divulge circumstances fear ridicule time time laura lets little snippets information family slip out suffers it summary wikipedia p |
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7112 |
7712 |
שכול וכשלון Breakdown and Bereavement |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
Literary Fiction |
<i>Breakdown and Bereavement,</i> first published in 1920, is the story of a young Jewish immigrant in Palestine in the early 20th century. Like many of Yosef Haim Brenner's protagonists, Hefetz finds that pioneer life under Ottoman rule is a difficult and depressing path to a Zionist homeland. Brenner, himself a Russian-born immigrant to Palestine, was one of the first and most important authors of modern Hebrew literature. He was killed during the Jaffa riots of 1921. (Summary by LA Walden) </p> |
Hebrew |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/breakdown-and-bereavement-by-yosef-haim-brenner/ |
i breakdown bereavement i first published 1920 story young jewish immigrant palestine early 20th century like many yosef haim brenner s protagonists hefetz finds pioneer life ottoman rule difficult depressing path zionist homeland brenner russian born immigrant palestine one first important authors modern hebrew literature killed jaffa riots 1921 summary la walden p |
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7113 |
7713 |
Tagebuch einer Verlorenen |
Margarete Böhme |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Die junge Thymian schreibt episodenhaft über ihr Schicksal in Tagebuchform: Gesellschaftskritisch prangert sie darin das schwere Los jener Frauen an, die durch das Fehlverhalten der Männer an den Rand der Gesellschaft gedrückt werden, so dass den meisten nur noch der Ausweg auf die schiefe Bahn der Prostitution bleibt.<br></br>Obwohl Thymian den Weg in ein geregelteres Leben zurückfindet, bleibt in den Augen der „anständigen Gesellschaft“ der Makel immer an ihr haften.<br></br>Margarete Böhme (1867-1937) veröffentlichte das Tagebuch 1905 in Berlin. Zusammenfassung von Sonia |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/tagebuch-einer-verlorenen-by-margarete-boehme/ |
die junge thymian schreibt episodenhaft über ihr schicksal tagebuchform gesellschaftskritisch prangert sie darin das schwere los jener frauen an die durch das fehlverhalten der männer den rand der gesellschaft gedrückt werden dass den meisten nur noch der ausweg auf die schiefe bahn der prostitution bleibt br br obwohl thymian den weg ein geregelteres leben zurückfindet bleibt den augen der anständigen gesellschaft der makel immer ihr haften br br margarete böhme 1867 1937 veröffentlichte das tagebuch 1905 berlin zusammenfassung von sonia |
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7114 |
7714 |
Peasant Tales of Russia |
Vasily Nemirovich-Danchenko |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Single Author Collections |
Collection of Russian peasant tales:<br/>\n\n<b>"The Deserted Mine"</b> - The key to saving the trapped miners is held by a man who hasn't spoken a word in 10 years.<br/>\n\n<b>"Mahmoud's Family"</b> - Escaping prisoners of war should be shot, but Mahmoud has a family.<br/>\n\n<b>"A Misunderstanding"</b> - A young woman seeks escape from her past, in a convent.<br/>\n\n<b>"The Luck of Ivan the Forgetful"</b> - An incorrigible criminal escapes from a sentence of hard labor to find freedom and perhaps a kind of redemption in the forest.<br/>\n\n(Summary by Kevin Davidson)<br/><br/> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/peasant-tales-of-russia-by-vasily-nemirovich-danchenko/ |
collection russian peasant tales br b the deserted mine b key saving trapped miners held man spoken word 10 years br b mahmoud s family b escaping prisoners war shot mahmoud family br b a misunderstanding b young woman seeks escape past convent br b the luck ivan forgetful b incorrigible criminal escapes sentence hard labor find freedom perhaps kind redemption forest br summary kevin davidson br br |
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7116 |
7716 |
Mermaid |
Lily Dougall |
Fantasy Fiction |
"'What a fool I was not to go where she beckoned!' mused Caius. 'Where? Anywhere into the heart of the ocean, out of this dull, sordid life into the land of dreams.'\nFor it must all have been a dream—a sweet, fantastic dream, imposed upon his senses by some influence, outward or inward; but it seemed to him that at the hour when he seemed to see the maid it might have been given him to enter the world of dreams, and go on in some existence which was a truer reality than the one in which he now was. In a deliberate way he thought that perhaps, if the truth were known, he, Dr. Caius Simpson, was going a little mad; but as he sat by the softly lapping sea he did not regret this madness: what he did regret was that he must go home… " (Summary by L. Dougall, excerpt from the text)<br /><br /><b>Book Coordinators for this project:</b> ElleyKat and Lucretia B.<br /><br /><b>Proof Listeners for this project:</b> ElleyKat and Lucretia B.<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-mermaid-by-lily-dougall/ |
what fool go beckoned mused caius where anywhere heart ocean dull sordid life land dreams must dream a sweet fantastic dream imposed upon senses influence outward inward seemed hour seemed see maid might given enter world dreams go existence truer reality one was deliberate way thought perhaps truth known he dr caius simpson going little mad sat softly lapping sea regret madness regret must go home summary l dougall excerpt text br br b book coordinators project b elleykat lucretia b br br b proof listeners project b elleykat lucretia b br br |
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7117 |
7717 |
Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic |
Thomas Wentworth Higginson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical Fiction |
The sea has always been, by the mystery of its horizon, the fury of its storms, and the variableness of the atmosphere above it, the foreordained land of romance. In all ages and with all sea-going races there has always been something especially fascinating about an island amid the ocean. It's very existence has for all explorers an air of magic. The order of the tales in the present work follows roughly the order of development, giving first the legends which kept near the European shore, and then those which, like St. Brandan's or Antillia, were assigned to the open sea or, like Norumbega or the Isle of Demons, to the very coast of America. Every tale in this book bears reference to some actual legend, followed more or less closely, and the authorities for each will be found carefully given in the appendix for such readers as may care to follow the subject further. (Summary by Arnieh)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-enchanted-islands-of-the-atlantic-by-thomas-wentworth-higginson/ |
sea always been mystery horizon fury storms variableness atmosphere it foreordained land romance ages sea going races always something especially fascinating island amid ocean existence explorers air magic order tales present work follows roughly order development giving first legends kept near european shore which like st brandan s antillia assigned open sea or like norumbega isle demons coast america every tale book bears reference actual legend followed less closely authorities found carefully given appendix readers may care follow subject further summary arnieh p |
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7718 |
Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel (Dramatic Reading) |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
The last of the famous "Scarlet Pimpernel" books, the "Triumph" tells the story of the final confrontation between the Scarlet Pimpernel and his nemesis, Chauvelin. Set at the end of the Reign of Terror, the fortunes of all rise and fall along with the French Revolutionary government. (Summary by Beth Thomas)\n\n<BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>\nScarlet Pimpernel/Sir Percy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>\nTheresia Cabarrus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nChauvelin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>\nMarguerite Blakeney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nSoothsayer (an old woman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8324">Kathy Wright</a><br>\nRobespierre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>\nRegine de Serval: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nHenri Langlois: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nBertrand Moncrief: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCitizen Tallien: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>\nLord Hastings: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nSir Andrew Ffoulkes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nGuard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>\nCitizen 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8364">GenesisMyers</a><br>\nCitizen 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nCitizen 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8728">Cheryl Michele</a><br>\nCitizen 4 : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7866">Lydia Rasmussen</a><br>\nCitizen 5: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nCitizen 6/Soothsayer's Assistant 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nCitizen 7: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4511">Jeanie</a><br>\nCitizen 8: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nGirl/Soothsayer's Assistant 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nMatron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart</a><br>\nJosephine de Serval: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8324">Kathy Wright</a><br>\nLouis St Just: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCouthon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMadame de Serval: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nCitizen Hottot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8728">Cheryl Michele</a><br>\nCitizen Sical: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPepita: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>\nMr Jellyband: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSally Waite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7866">Lydia Rasmussen</a><br>\nMr Hempseed: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8978">James Callaghan</a><br>\nLord Antony Dewhurst: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nGentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMan 1/Barras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMan 2/Henriot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>\nRateau and Beggar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>\nSergeant Chazot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCaptain Boyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\n<BR> \nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-triumph-of-the-scarlet-pimpernel-dramatic-reading-by-baroness-orczy/ |
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7119 |
7719 |
Little Nugget |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
Mrs Nesta Ford, in her London hotel room, reveals to her new friend Lord Mountry that she hopes to take her son Ogden on a yachting trip proposed by Mountry, despite her ex-husband having won custody of the boy. As Mountry leaves, Cynthia Drassilis arrives with Ogden, whom she has led away from his father's country house. Mrs Ford rewards Cynthia, but soon Mr Ford's secretary, a Mr Minnick, arrives to recover the stolen child. Cynthia tries to bribe his colleague, Mrs Sheridan, but to no avail, as she believes Nesta's influence has spoiled the boy. After they have gone, Nesta reveals to Cynthia Ogden's past as the 'Little Nugget', and the repeated attempts to kidnap him made by US gangsters. Nesta wishes to call in professional help, but Cynthia persuades her she can still do it, with the help of her new fiancé, a wealthy man called Peter Burns, who she suggests can take up a post at Ogden's new school, posing as a trainee schoolmaster. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-nugget-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
mrs nesta ford london hotel room reveals new friend lord mountry hopes take son ogden yachting trip proposed mountry despite ex husband custody boy mountry leaves cynthia drassilis arrives ogden led away father s country house mrs ford rewards cynthia soon mr ford s secretary mr minnick arrives recover stolen child cynthia tries bribe colleague mrs sheridan avail believes nesta s influence spoiled boy gone nesta reveals cynthia ogden s past little nugget repeated attempts kidnap made us gangsters nesta wishes call professional help cynthia persuades still it help new fiancé wealthy man called peter burns suggests take post ogden s new school posing trainee schoolmaster summary wikipedia p |
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7127 |
7728 |
Bonaventure, A Prose Pastoral of Acadian Louisiana |
George Washington Cable |
Historical Fiction |
This is a gentle, delightful story of life and love on the bayoux of Acadian Louisiana during the latter half of the 19th century. Bonaventure is a Creole raised among the Acadians. He loves learning, and through his calling as a teacher, and his own unique force of character, comes to have a lasting effect on the people around him. <br></br>A word of warning: This story has occasional references to Jews and African Americans that the modern mind finds offensive. They are retained here in the interest of preserving the original text. (Summary by Christine Dufour)<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/bonaventure-by-george-w-cable/ |
gentle delightful story life love bayoux acadian louisiana latter half 19th century bonaventure creole raised among acadians loves learning calling teacher unique force character comes lasting effect people around him br br a word warning story occasional references jews african americans modern mind finds offensive retained interest preserving original text summary christine dufour p |
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7120 |
7720 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 10: Il Vecchio Dio |
Luigi Pirandello |
Single Author Collections |
<BR>Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924. La decima raccolta, edita nel 1926, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1894 ed il 1915. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo Volontari del Libro di aNobii.<BR><BR> |
Italian |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-10-il-vecchio-dio-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
br novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924 la decima raccolta edita nel 1926 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1894 ed il 1915 riassunto di filippo gioachin questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo volontari del libro di anobii br br |
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7121 |
7721 |
Desert Drama: Being the Tragedy Of The Korosko |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Also published under the title The Tragedy of the Korosko (1898). A group of European tourists are enjoying their trip to Egypt in the year 1895. They are sailing up the River Nile in a "a turtle-bottomed, round-bowed stern-wheeler", the Korosko. They intend to travel to Abousir at the southern frontier of Egypt, after which the Dervish country starts. They are attacked and abducted by a marauding band of Dervish warriors. The novel contains a strong defence of British Imperialism and in particular the Imperial project in North Africa. It also reveals the very great suspicion of Islam felt by many Europeans at the time. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-desert-drama-being-the-tragedy-of-the-korosko-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
also published title tragedy korosko 1898 group european tourists enjoying trip egypt year 1895 sailing river nile a turtle bottomed round bowed stern wheeler korosko intend travel abousir southern frontier egypt dervish country starts attacked abducted marauding band dervish warriors novel contains strong defence british imperialism particular imperial project north africa also reveals great suspicion islam felt many europeans time summary wikipedia p |
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7722 |
Melting Pot |
Israel Zangwill |
Drama |
Russian-Jew David Quixano has come to America after surviving a pogrom which has killed his family. He has written a symphony which embodies his vision of America as a melting pot, into which people from all the nations of the earth come, and "the great Alchemist melts and fuses them with his purging flame! Here shall they all unite to build the Republic of Man and the Kingdom of God." But old hatreds and old sins die hard.... \n<br><i>Note: There are attitudes and terms in the play and the afterword that may be offensive to some listeners.</i>\n(Summary by TriciaG)<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />David Quixano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Vera Revendal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>Mendel Quixano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>Kathleen O'Reilly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Herr Pappelmeister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Frau Quixano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Quincy Davenport, Jr.: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>Baron Revendal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Baroness Revendal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Settlement Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br><br />Edited by TriciaG<br />Proof-listened by TriciaG and David Lawrence<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-melting-pot-by-israel-zangwill/ |
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7123 |
7723 |
Moon Master |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Science Fiction |
Through Infinite Deeps of Space Jerry Foster Hurtles to the Moon—Only to be Trapped by a Barbaric Race and Offered as a Living Sacrifice to Oong, their Loathsome, Hypnotic God. (Summary by Charles W. Diffin)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-master-by-charles-w-diffin/ |
infinite deeps space jerry foster hurtles moon only trapped barbaric race offered living sacrifice oong loathsome hypnotic god summary charles w diffin p |
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7724 |
Short Stories |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of short stories by Fyodor Dostoevsky, the Russian novelist and short story writer. (Summary by sidhu177)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
collection short stories fyodor dostoevsky russian novelist short story writer summary sidhu177 p |
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7125 |
7725 |
Tinker's Wedding |
John Millington Synge |
Plays |
The Tinker's Wedding is a two-act play written by Irish playwright J. M. Synge. The author's only comedy, it is set on a roadside near a chapel in rural Ireland. (summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>Michael Byrne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Mary Byrne: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sarah Casey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>A Priest: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by:</strong> Arielle Lipshaw<p>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-tinkers-wedding-by-john-millington-synge/ |
tinker s wedding two act play written irish playwright j m synge author s comedy set roadside near chapel rural ireland summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br michael byrne a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mary byrne a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sarah casey a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br a priest a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br br strong audio edited by strong arielle lipshaw p |
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7126 |
7727 |
Alcools |
Guillaume Apollinaire |
Poetry |
Apollinaire is a pivotal figure in the history of French poetry. Friend of Picasso, albeit a sometimes volatile one, inventor of the term 'surrealism' and the poem without punctuation, he advocated a poetry that was direct and intuitive, free of any refined intellectualism. Alcools, published in 1913, represents his most significant collection of poems. (Résumé par Malone) |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/alcools-by-guillaume-apollinaire/ |
apollinaire pivotal figure history french poetry friend picasso albeit sometimes volatile one inventor term surrealism poem without punctuation advocated poetry direct intuitive free refined intellectualism alcools published 1913 represents significant collection poems résumé par malone |
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7130 |
7731 |
Kabumpo in Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dear children: Do you like Elephants? Do you believe in Giants? And do you love all the jolly people of the Wonderful Land of Oz? Well then you'll want to hear about the latest happenings in that delightful Kingdom. All are set forth in true Oz fashion in "Kabumpo in Oz," the sixteenth Oz book. Kabumpo is an Elegant Elephant. He is very old and wise, and has a kindly heart, as have all the Oz folks. In the new book you'll meet Prince Pompa, and Peg Amy, a charming Wooden Doll. There are new countries, strange adventures and the most surprising Box of Magic you have ever heard of. Ruggedo , the wicked old Gnome King, does a lot of mischief with this before Princess Ozma can stop him. Of course Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Scraps, Glinda the Good, Tik-Tok, and other old friends all are alive and busy in the new book. I am just back from the Emerald City with the best of Oz wishes for everybody, but especially you. Philadelphia Spring of 1922 Ruth Plumly Thompson (Summary by Ruth Plumly Thompson)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/kabumpo-in-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
dear children like elephants believe giants love jolly people wonderful land oz well want hear latest happenings delightful kingdom set forth true oz fashion kabumpo oz sixteenth oz book kabumpo elegant elephant old wise kindly heart oz folks new book meet prince pompa peg amy charming wooden doll new countries strange adventures surprising box magic ever heard of ruggedo wicked old gnome king lot mischief princess ozma stop him course dorothy scarecrow scraps glinda good tik tok old friends alive busy new book back emerald city best oz wishes everybody especially you philadelphia spring 1922 ruth plumly thompson summary ruth plumly thompson p |
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7131 |
7732 |
Mutiny of the Bounty and Other Narratives |
William Bligh |
Memoirs |
In Bligh's own words, we hear about the lead-up to the famous mutiny and what happened afterwards with the mutineers and the castaways. This work contains two additional narratives by Bligh: <i>Life of a Sailor Boy</i> and <i>The Sunken Treasure</i>. (Summary by John Greenman)<p>\n |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-mutiny-of-the-bounty-and-other-narratives-by-william-bligh/ |
bligh s words hear lead up famous mutiny happened afterwards mutineers castaways work contains two additional narratives bligh i life sailor boy i i the sunken treasure i summary john greenman p |
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7132 |
7733 |
Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga |
William Walker Atkinson |
Philosophy |
The Book talks on the internal world of the self. The real nature of the subconscious mind, the way to control it, how ego comes into play and most frequently asked questions like "Who am I" are attempted to answer. (Summary by Uday Sagar)<br />Note: William Walker Atkinson wrote this book using the pseudonym Yogi Ramacharaka.</p>\n |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-series-of-lessons-in-raja-yoga-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
book talks internal world self real nature subconscious mind way control it ego comes play frequently asked questions like who i attempted answer summary uday sagar br note william walker atkinson wrote book using pseudonym yogi ramacharaka p |
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7133 |
7734 |
Little Country Girl |
Susan Coolidge |
General Fiction |
Candace makes the first long trip of her young life alone. Everything is new, from the ocean views, to the fashionable people she encounters; from the museum-like home, to the unfamiliar cousins. How will she adapt to the new experiences and will she overcome the homesickness she feels? Will she adapt her country ways and enter society, or be an embarrassment to her fine relations? Etiquette and style can be learned; but kindness, common sense and a loving heart are inbred. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-country-girl-by-susan-coolidge/ |
candace makes first long trip young life alone everything new ocean views fashionable people encounters museum like home unfamiliar cousins adapt new experiences overcome homesickness feels adapt country ways enter society embarrassment fine relations etiquette style learned kindness common sense loving heart inbred summary lynne thompson p |
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7735 |
Verge |
Susan Glaspell |
Drama |
This play is Glaspell’s recognition of the way in which Victorian society left some women feeling trapped in roles for which they were unsuited. Because of the play’s non-realistic speech patterns and expressionistic elements, it was dismissed by most critics as being muddled and confusing. It has recently been ‘‘rediscovered’’ by feminist theorists, however, who see the work as an important contribution to theatre history. In 1921 when this play was first produced, women were still expected to stay at home and be dutiful wives and mothers. Many women began to voice dissatisfaction with their lack of opportunities and tried to change the situation. Thus, the feminist movement began to take hold. Other women rebelled by retreating into despondency, depression and, sometimes, madness. The Verge also reflects the fascination with Freudian theory that was sweeping the United States at the time. Freud had delivered his first U.S. lectures in 1909, and his theories of psychoanalysis and dream interpretation were widely discussed in many popular publications of the day. (Summary by by Michele Eaton)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Anthony: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Harry Archer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br />Hattie: <a href="a href=">Victoria P</a><br />Claire: <a href="a href=">Michele Eaton</a><br />Richard Demming: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Tom Edgeworthy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />Elizabeth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Adelaide: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Dr. Emmons: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br />Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Michele Eaton</strong><p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-verge-by-susan-glaspell/ |
play glaspell s recognition way victorian society left women feeling trapped roles unsuited play s non realistic speech patterns expressionistic elements dismissed critics muddled confusing recently rediscovered feminist theorists however see work important contribution theatre history 1921 play first produced women still expected stay home dutiful wives mothers many women began voice dissatisfaction lack opportunities tried change situation thus feminist movement began take hold women rebelled retreating despondency depression and sometimes madness verge also reflects fascination freudian theory sweeping united states time freud delivered first u s lectures 1909 theories psychoanalysis dream interpretation widely discussed many popular publications day summary michele eaton br br strong cast strong br anthony a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br harry archer a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br hattie a href a href victoria p a br claire a href a href michele eaton a br richard demming a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br tom edgeworthy a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br elizabeth a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br adelaide a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br dr emmons a href http librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br br strong audio edited michele eaton strong p |
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7736 |
Life and Adventures of Kit Carson |
DeWitt C. Peters |
Biography & Autobiography |
Kit Carson was a famous hunter, trapper, mountain man, guide - an American icon. Stories about him abounded in popular contemporary literature, but most was pure fiction. This work is the authorized biography, much of it in his own words. It was first published right around the time of his death. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) <p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-kit-carson-by-dewitt-c-peters/ |
kit carson famous hunter trapper mountain man guide american icon stories abounded popular contemporary literature pure fiction work authorized biography much words first published right around time death summary lynne thompson p |
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7742 |
Curious Book of Birds |
Abbie Farwell Brown |
Animals & Nature |
Now the interesting facts about birds we have always with us. We can find them out for ourselves, which is a very pleasant thing to do, or we can take the word of others, of which there is no lack. But it is the quaint fancies about birds which are in danger of being lost. The long-time fancies which the world's children in all lands have been taught are quite as important as the every-day facts. They show what the little feathered brothers have been to the children of men; how we have come to like some and to dislike others as we do; why the poets have called them by certain nicknames which we ought to know; and why a great many strange things are so, in the minds of childlike people. (Summary from the book's introduction) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-curious-book-of-birds-by-abbie-farwell-brown/ |
interesting facts birds always us find ourselves pleasant thing do take word others lack quaint fancies birds danger lost long time fancies world s children lands taught quite important every day facts show little feathered brothers children men come like dislike others do poets called certain nicknames ought know great many strange things so minds childlike people summary book s introduction p |
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7737 |
Mari, Our Little Norwegian Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
General |
"Long before Columbus discovered America, there were brave men in the north of Europe who dared to sail farther out upon the unknown waters of the Atlantic than any other people in the world. These daring seamen were called Vikings. Their home was the peninsula of Scandinavia, now ruled over by one king, although divided into two distinct countries, Norway and Sweden. <br><br>\n\nMany of our Norwegian cousins have come to America to make a new home for themselves where the sun shines more warmly and the winds blow less keenly. Their fair-haired children are growing up amongst us, showing us the qualities their parents most admire. Be brave, be honest, be kind to all creatures, be faithful to every little duty,—these are the lessons they have been taught from babyhood, as well as their brothers and sisters who have not as yet ventured far from the land they love so well,—the land of rapid-flowing rivers, deep, dark bays, and narrow valleys.... Come with me to-day to the home of one of these blue-eyed cousins and join her for a while in her work and play."(Summary by preface of the author)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/mari-our-little-norwegian-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
long columbus discovered america brave men north europe dared sail farther upon unknown waters atlantic people world daring seamen called vikings home peninsula scandinavia ruled one king although divided two distinct countries norway sweden br br many norwegian cousins come america make new home sun shines warmly winds blow less keenly fair haired children growing amongst us showing us qualities parents admire brave honest kind creatures faithful every little duty these lessons taught babyhood well brothers sisters yet ventured far land love well the land rapid flowing rivers deep dark bays narrow valleys come to day home one blue eyed cousins join work play summary preface author p |
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7738 |
Bill of Divorcement |
Clemence Dane |
Tragedy |
A Bill of Divorcement describes a day in the lives of a middle-aged British woman named Margaret "Meg" Fairfield, her daughter Sydney, Sydney's fiancé Kit Humphreys, Meg's fiancé Gray Meredith, and Meg's husband Hilary, who escapes after spending almost twenty years in a mental hospital. A 1932 film of the same name was directed by George Cukor and starred Katharine Hepburn and John Barrymore. (Summary by Wikipedia & Amanda Friday)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong><br>Margaret Fairfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Miss Hester Fairfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Sydney Fairfield/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Bassett: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>Gray Merideth: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3657">BellonaTimes</a><br>Kit Pumphrey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett Downey</a><br>Hillary Fairfield: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7923">amaskill</a><br>Dr. Alliot: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Rev. Christopher Pumphrey: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4267">Ric F</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/a-bill-of-divorcement-by-clemence-dane |
bill divorcement describes day lives middle aged british woman named margaret meg fairfield daughter sydney sydney s fiancé kit humphreys meg s fiancé gray meredith meg s husband hilary escapes spending almost twenty years mental hospital 1932 film name directed george cukor starred katharine hepburn john barrymore summary wikipedia amanda friday br br strong cast strong br margaret fairfield a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br miss hester fairfield a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sydney fairfield narrator a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br bassett a href http librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br gray merideth a href http librivox org reader 3657 bellonatimes a br kit pumphrey a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett downey a br hillary fairfield a href http librivox org reader 7923 amaskill a br dr alliot a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br rev christopher pumphrey a href http librivox org reader 4267 ric f a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong br br |
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7739 |
Junior Classics Volume 5: Stories That Never Grow Old |
William Patten |
General |
A selection of famous tales selected and re-worked for a junior audience. Stories are taken from Arabian Nights, Robinson Crusoe, Gulliver's Travels, Shakespearean plays, Pilgrim's Progress, Ivanhoe, and The Startling Adventures Of Baron Munchausen (Summary by Lynne Thompson ) <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/junior-classics-volume-5-stories-that-never-grow-old-by-william-patten/ |
selection famous tales selected re worked junior audience stories taken arabian nights robinson crusoe gulliver s travels shakespearean plays pilgrim s progress ivanhoe startling adventures baron munchausen summary lynne thompson p |
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7740 |
Herrn Arnes Schatz |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Der alte Pfarrer von Solberga, ein reicher Mann, wird eines Nachts mit seiner gesamten Familie und seinem Hof das Opfer einer grausamen Bluttat. Die Mörder bleiben unerkannt, aber es lässt die Toten keine Ruhe finden, dass die schreckliche Tat ungesühnt bleiben sollte. Den schwächsten im Dorfe, einem alten Fischer und einem jungen Waisenmädchen, fällt schließlich die viel zu große Aufgabe zu, das zu tun, was getan werden muss: die Verbrecher ihrer Bestrafung zuzuführen, bevor sie endgültig entkommen können.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/herrn-arnes-schatz-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
der alte pfarrer von solberga ein reicher mann wird eines nachts mit seiner gesamten familie und seinem hof das opfer einer grausamen bluttat die mörder bleiben unerkannt aber es lässt die toten keine ruhe finden dass die schreckliche tat ungesühnt bleiben sollte den schwächsten im dorfe einem alten fischer und einem jungen waisenmädchen fällt schließlich die viel zu große aufgabe zu das zu tun getan werden muss die verbrecher ihrer bestrafung zuzuführen bevor sie endgültig entkommen können zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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7741 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 3 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction, Romance |
Clarissa Harlowe, is the tragic heroine of this story, she is a beautiful and virtuous young lady whose family has become wealthy only recently and now desires to become part of the aristocracy. Originally they planned to concentrate the wealth and lands of the Harlowe's into the possession of James Harlowe, Clarissa's brother whose wealth and political power will lead to his being given a title. Clarissa's grandfather has left her a substantial piece of property upon his death, and a new route to the nobility opens through Clarissa marrying Robert Lovelace, heir to an earldom. James's response is to provoke a duel with Lovelace, who is seen thereafter as the family's enemy. James also proposes that Clarissa marry Roger Solmes, who is willing to trade properties with James to concentrate James's holdings and speed his becoming Lord Harlowe. The family agrees and attempts to force Clarissa to marry Solmes, whom she finds physically disgusting as well as boorish. The story continues to twist and turn through a series of letters written between two women, two men and a variety of other characters which continues throughout the 9 volumes of the book. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-volume-3-by-samuel-richardson/ |
clarissa harlowe tragic heroine story beautiful virtuous young lady whose family become wealthy recently desires become part aristocracy originally planned concentrate wealth lands harlowe s possession james harlowe clarissa s brother whose wealth political power lead given title clarissa s grandfather left substantial piece property upon death new route nobility opens clarissa marrying robert lovelace heir earldom james s response provoke duel lovelace seen thereafter family s enemy james also proposes clarissa marry roger solmes willing trade properties james concentrate james s holdings speed becoming lord harlowe family agrees attempts force clarissa marry solmes finds physically disgusting well boorish story continues twist turn series letters written two women two men variety characters continues throughout 9 volumes book summary michele eaton p |
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7743 |
Young Folks' History of the American Revolution |
Everett T. Tomlinson |
War & Military, Early Modern |
This work has grown out of the desire frequently expressed to the writer when he has been lecturing on the American Revolution, that in some way the experiences of the people as well as the deeds of the armies in that trying period might be presented to the present generation. The author has given to the public this narrative, in which the course of the armies in the various campaigns is followed and, at the same time, many of the forgotten or ignored experiences and deeds of the common people are also incorporated. (Summary by the author) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-history-american-revolution-by-everett-t-tomlinson/ |
work grown desire frequently expressed writer lecturing american revolution way experiences people well deeds armies trying period might presented present generation author given public narrative course armies various campaigns followed and time many forgotten ignored experiences deeds common people also incorporated summary author p |
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7744 |
Shadows in Zamboula |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
Despite a warning received in the Suq by an elderly desert nomad, Conan stays the night in a cheap tavern in Zamboula, run by Aram Baksh. As night falls, a black Darfarian cannibal enters to drag him away to be eaten. All of the Darfar slaves in the city are cannibals who roam the streets at night. As they only prey on travellers, the people of the city tolerate this and stay locked securely in their homes, while nomads and beggars make sure to spend the night at a comfortable distance from its walls. This night, however, Conan finds a naked woman chasing through the streets after her deranged lover; Conan rescues them from an attack by the cannibals. She tells him that she tried to secure her lover's unending affection via a love potion which instead made a raving lunatic of him. Promising Conan "a reward" in return for his assistance, they attempt to kill the high priest responsible for the man's madness. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/shadows-in-zamboula-by-robert-e-howard/ |
despite warning received suq elderly desert nomad conan stays night cheap tavern zamboula run aram baksh night falls black darfarian cannibal enters drag away eaten darfar slaves city cannibals roam streets night prey travellers people city tolerate stay locked securely homes nomads beggars make sure spend night comfortable distance walls night however conan finds naked woman chasing streets deranged lover conan rescues attack cannibals tells tried secure lover s unending affection via love potion instead made raving lunatic him promising conan a reward return assistance attempt kill high priest responsible man s madness summary wikipedia p |
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7745 |
Jean Valjean; or, The Shadow of the Law |
Harry Clifford Fulton |
Drama, Romance |
A late 19th-century stage adaptation of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables in English, The Shadow of the Law dramatizes the struggles of Hugo's legendary characters: Jean Valjean, the former convict; his relentless pursuer, Javert; Fantine, the tragic mother; her daughter Cosette; the greedy Thenardiers; the doomed revolutionaries. (Summary by Elizabeth Barr)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Narrator/Prouvaire: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Jean Valjean: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Korlinge</a><br />Javert: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8108">drakaunus</a><br />Thenardier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Father Fauchelevent/Grandfather Gillenormand: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Monseigneur Bienvenu: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3032">Rick Rodstrom</a><br />Marius Pontmercy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br />Enjolras: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />Petit Gervais: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br />Gavroche: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />Babit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br />Doctor/Madame Magloire: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />Fantine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Cosette: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a> and <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7662">Emily Jones</a><br />Eponine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br />Madame Thenardier: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />Mlle. Gillenormande/Gendarme: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />Mlle. Baptistine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br />Simplice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br />Nun: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br />Boy/Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />Guardsman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />Insurgent: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Barr</strong><p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/jean-valjean-or-the-shadow-of-the-law-by-harry-clifford-fulton/ |
late 19th century stage adaptation victor hugo s les miserables english shadow law dramatizes struggles hugo s legendary characters jean valjean former convict relentless pursuer javert fantine tragic mother daughter cosette greedy thenardiers doomed revolutionaries summary elizabeth barr br br strong cast strong br narrator prouvaire a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br jean valjean a href http librivox org reader 6333 max korlinge a br javert a href http librivox org reader 8108 drakaunus a br thenardier a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br father fauchelevent grandfather gillenormand a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br monseigneur bienvenu a href http librivox org reader 3032 rick rodstrom a br marius pontmercy a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br enjolras a href http librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br petit gervais a href http librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br gavroche a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br babit a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br doctor madame magloire a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br fantine a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br cosette a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href http librivox org reader 7662 emily jones a br eponine a href http librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br madame thenardier a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mlle gillenormande gendarme a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mlle baptistine a href http librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br simplice a href http librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br nun a href http librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br boy servant a href http librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br guardsman a href http librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br insurgent a href http librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br br strong audio edited elizabeth barr strong p |
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7746 |
Struggles of Brown, Jones, and Robinson |
Anthony Trollope |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction, Satire |
Billed as a satire concerning the dishonest advertising and business practices of the day, it tells the tale of an upstart clothing business doomed from the get-go to utter failure. Its \nsenior partner (the elderly Brown, who provides the investment) is far too timid for business. His son-in-law (Jones, who runs the store) is stealing from the till, and the junior partner, \nRobinson (who writes advertisements for the store) is so obsessed with the idea that advertising alone will drive the business, he uses up every last penny of the capital investment \nin a series of increasingly ludicrous ad campaigns and publicity stunts.\n\nThrown into this mix are the two daughters of Brown, who are equally cold and calculating. The elder (married to Jones) is constantly trying to wring money out of the old man, and \nthe younger, Maryanne, spends the entire novel playing off of two potential suitors, Robinson, or Brisket the butcher (one of Trollope's wonderful examples of ironic character \nnaming). (above summary by Steve Forsyth, Texas) </p>\n\nNevertheless, Trollope shows considerable sympathy for the risks faced by small businessmen (and also notes the vulnerability of writers to over-ready critics); Robinson is to publish his experiences in the Cornhill Magazine, a prominent journal for over 100 years, in which many Victorians serialized novels (including this one). In the final chapter there is a surprising ennoblement of Robinson, and a very positive ending (final comments by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-struggles-of-brown-jones-and-robinson-by-anthony-trollope/ |
billed satire concerning dishonest advertising business practices day tells tale upstart clothing business doomed get go utter failure senior partner the elderly brown provides investment far timid business son in law jones runs store stealing till junior partner robinson who writes advertisements store obsessed idea advertising alone drive business uses every last penny capital investment series increasingly ludicrous ad campaigns publicity stunts thrown mix two daughters brown equally cold calculating elder married jones constantly trying wring money old man younger maryanne spends entire novel playing two potential suitors robinson brisket butcher one trollope s wonderful examples ironic character naming above summary steve forsyth texas p nevertheless trollope shows considerable sympathy risks faced small businessmen and also notes vulnerability writers over ready critics robinson publish experiences cornhill magazine prominent journal 100 years many victorians serialized novels including one final chapter surprising ennoblement robinson positive ending final comments arnold banner p |
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7146 |
7747 |
Happy Prince and Other Tales (version 4 dramatic reading) |
Oscar Wilde |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Wilde's collection of fairytales has delighted both children and adults since it was first published in 1888. It contains five stories, "The Happy Prince", "The Nightingale and the Rose", "The Selfish Giant", "The Devoted Friend", and "The Remarkable Rocket". The volunteers who lent their voices to this dramatic reading are <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a>. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett) <p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-prince-and-other-tales-dramatic-reading-by-oscar-wilde/ |
wilde s collection fairytales delighted children adults since first published 1888 contains five stories the happy prince the nightingale rose the selfish giant the devoted friend the remarkable rocket volunteers lent voices dramatic reading a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a a href https librivox org reader 8470 rebecca braunert plunkett a a href https librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href https librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a summary charlotte duckett p |
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7147 |
7748 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 4 |
National Geographic Society |
Earth Sciences |
National Geographic Magazine Volume 1 Number 4 published in 1889. Topics of articles are:\n<ul>\n<li>Irrigation in California</li>\n<li>Round about Asheville</li>\n<li>A Trip to Panama and Darien</li>\n<li>Across Nicaragua with Transit and Machéte</li>\n</ul>\n(Summary by Rapunzelina) </p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-01-no-4/ |
national geographic magazine volume 1 number 4 published 1889 topics articles are ul li irrigation california li li round asheville li li a trip panama darien li li across nicaragua transit machéte li ul summary rapunzelina p |
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7749 |
Rival Pitchers of Oakdale |
Morgan Scott |
Sports Fiction |
Play Ball!!! It's the start of another baseball season at Oakdale Academy. But there is a rivalry brewing between the pitchers. One wants to be a starting pitcher, but he is inconsistent. Another, a new kid from Texas, has been mentored by last year's starter, and is proving to have talent. And don't forget that starting pitcher from last season, he wants to continue to take the rubber for the team. This should prove to be an exciting season for the boys! (Summary by Ann Boulais)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/rival-pitchers-of-oakdale-by-morgan-scott/ |
play ball start another baseball season oakdale academy rivalry brewing pitchers one wants starting pitcher inconsistent another new kid texas mentored last year s starter proving talent forget starting pitcher last season wants continue take rubber team prove exciting season boys summary ann boulais p |
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7149 |
7750 |
Peggy Raymond's Way (or Blossom Time At Friendly Terrace) |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Family |
In this fifth and (as far as is known) final volume of Peggy Raymond and her Friendly Terrace entourage, we find the Girls winding down from the Great War, and pursuing more domestic and mischievous pursuits. Finishing up college and preparing for Peggy and Grahame's wedding, Ruth, Amy and Priscilla look toward their own opportunities of future relationships and potential marriages. As Harriet Lummis Smith is so good at, it is a neat blend of continuity toward the known characters and charming introductions of the new. (Summary by Daryl Wor)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/peggy-raymonds-way-or-blossom-time-at-friendly-terrace-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
fifth as far known final volume peggy raymond friendly terrace entourage find girls winding great war pursuing domestic mischievous pursuits finishing college preparing peggy grahame s wedding ruth amy priscilla look toward opportunities future relationships potential marriages harriet lummis smith good at neat blend continuity toward known characters charming introductions new summary daryl wor p |
| 7213 |
7150 |
7751 |
Childe Harold's Pilgrimage: Canto IV |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Narratives |
Childe Harold's Pilgrimage is a lengthy narrative poem in four parts written by Lord Byron. It was published between 1812 and 1818 and is dedicated to "Ianthe". The poem describes the travels and reflections of a world-weary young man who, disillusioned with a life of pleasure and revelry, looks for distraction in foreign lands. In a wider sense, it is an expression of the melancholy and disillusionment felt by a generation weary of the wars of the post-Revolutionary and Napoleonic eras. The title comes from the term childe, a medieval title for a young man who was a candidate for knighthood. Canto IV describes Harold's travels in Italy. (Summary by Wikipedia and alan mapstone) </p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/childe-harolds-pilgrimage-canto-iv-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
childe harold s pilgrimage lengthy narrative poem four parts written lord byron published 1812 1818 dedicated ianthe poem describes travels reflections world weary young man who disillusioned life pleasure revelry looks distraction foreign lands wider sense expression melancholy disillusionment felt generation weary wars post revolutionary napoleonic eras title comes term childe medieval title young man candidate knighthood canto iv describes harold s travels italy summary wikipedia alan mapstone p |
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7151 |
7752 |
Outwitting The Hun; My Escape From A German Prison Camp |
Pat O'Brien |
War & Military, Memoirs |
A true war narrative, published in 1918 while WWI was still going on. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/outwitting-the-hun-my-escape-from-a-german-prison-camp-by-pat-obrien/ |
true war narrative published 1918 wwi still going on summary david wales p |
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7152 |
7753 |
Narrative of the Suffering and Defeat of the North-Western Army, Under General Winchester |
William Atherton |
Memoirs |
This memoir dating from 1812ff, but only published in 1840s is a strikingly profound contrast with our modern materialism and comfort. It is personal and at the same time very formal and reserved. As a foot soldier traipsing about the wild countryside of the Midwest, hardly after the Louisiana Purchase, against British/Canadian/Native mercenaries, the story is one of looking through the wrong end of a telescope, as one not understanding the forces/motivations at play with the writer's life and his terrible hardships; as in a nightmare where a country sends its young sons to battle hardened, prepared, ruthless adults and then abandons them to their own devices when success does not immediately ensue and the true costs of the struggle and what they should have done, gradually begins to dawn on them, too late of course. In the absence of any kind of numbers and field organization it is difficult to understand all that might be going on. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-suffering-and-defeat-by-william-atherton/ |
memoir dating 1812ff published 1840s strikingly profound contrast modern materialism comfort personal time formal reserved foot soldier traipsing wild countryside midwest hardly louisiana purchase british canadian native mercenaries story one looking wrong end telescope one understanding forces motivations play writer s life terrible hardships nightmare country sends young sons battle hardened prepared ruthless adults abandons devices success immediately ensue true costs struggle done gradually begins dawn them late course absence kind numbers field organization difficult understand might going on summary jcarson p |
| 7216 |
7153 |
7754 |
Sermons of a Buddhist Abbot |
Soyen Shaku |
Other religions |
Look! it's the science of sitting, No! it's the science of meditating, No! it's Zen. If you wanted to know anything regarding Zen Buddhism and you did not have the opportunity then here is your chance to listen to the wisdom of a Zen Buddhist Abbot who toured the United States in 1905-6 and most of the sections in this book were lectures that were given to the American Audience, which is why this work is nicknamed as "Zen for Americans."<br /><br />"The Zen that can be explained is not the Zen" said the second patriarch to Bodhi Dharma but this book tries to explain the basic principles that can help you get started on the journey of experiencing Zen. Some of the essays in this book were used as a reference by Leo Tolstoy in one of his works. (Summary by sidhu177) <p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/sermons-of-a-buddhist-abbot-by-soyen-shaku/ |
look science sitting no science meditating no zen wanted know anything regarding zen buddhism opportunity chance listen wisdom zen buddhist abbot toured united states 1905 6 sections book lectures given american audience work nicknamed zen americans br br the zen explained zen said second patriarch bodhi dharma book tries explain basic principles help get started journey experiencing zen essays book used reference leo tolstoy one works summary sidhu177 p |
| 7217 |
7154 |
7755 |
Shadows in the Moonlight |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
For a genuine Conan tale, full of barbarian craftiness, magic, fierce fighting and his berserker strength, this meets every criteria and is one of the best. Conan was raiding with the Free Companions when they were trapped and slaughtered by the merciless Shah Amurath the great Lord of Akif. Conan is one of the very few who escape by hiding in the mud of the marshes like a beast living on raw snake and muskrat. Luck, which seems to have deserted him, smiles again and allows him the chance for revenge and he eagerly seizes it, destroying his enemy with fierce strokes. Barely escaping his soldiers with the slave girl Olivia, once a princess of Koth, they reach a deserted island that holds many enchantments and strange dangers. Then the pirates arrive and things become even bloodier. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/conan-and-shadows-in-the-moonlight-by-robert-e-howard/ |
genuine conan tale full barbarian craftiness magic fierce fighting berserker strength meets every criteria one best conan raiding free companions trapped slaughtered merciless shah amurath great lord akif conan one escape hiding mud marshes like beast living raw snake muskrat luck seems deserted him smiles allows chance revenge eagerly seizes it destroying enemy fierce strokes barely escaping soldiers slave girl olivia princess koth reach deserted island holds many enchantments strange dangers pirates arrive things become even bloodier summary phil chenevert p |
| 7218 |
7155 |
7756 |
Waiting on God |
Andrew Murray |
Religion, Christianity - Commentary |
Andrew Murray wrote in the introduction to this daily devotional book of one month’s readings, of the need that many Christians feel of being helped to a deeper and clearer insight into all that Christ could be to them. In this volume he shows both the need and the benefit of waiting upon God, and of giving God time and place to show us what He can do and what He will do. The author encourages us to enlarge our hearts and not limit God; to understand that God can do new things, unheard of things, and hidden things. “When Thou camest down, Thou didst terrible things we looked not for; the mountains flowed down at Thy presence.” (Summary by Christopher Smith) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/waiting-on-god-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray wrote introduction daily devotional book one month s readings need many christians feel helped deeper clearer insight christ could them volume shows need benefit waiting upon god giving god time place show us do author encourages us enlarge hearts limit god understand god new things unheard things hidden things when thou camest down thou didst terrible things looked for mountains flowed thy presence summary christopher smith p |
| 7219 |
7156 |
7757 |
我等の一團と彼 (Warerano ichidan to kare) |
Takuboku Ishikawa |
Published 1900 onward |
歌人、石川啄木が書いた小説。新聞記者だった自身の体験も反映しているように思われる東京の新聞社の社会部の一団が登場する。主人公は、亀山、肺病になって結局、退社してしまう画工の松永、その松永の面倒をよく見た高橋などが登場する。<br><br>The author is famous with Tanka (31-character poetry). But he also wrote several novels. He worked as a reporter at several newspapers. His experience reflects on this story. <br><br>This is a story among reporters at a newspaper company in Tokyo. (Summary by ekzemplaro)</p> |
Japanese |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/warerano-ichidan-to-kare-by-takuboku-ishikawa/ |
歌人 石川啄木が書いた小説 新聞記者だった自身の体験も反映しているように思われる東京の新聞社の社会部の一団が登場する 主人公は 亀山 肺病になって結局 退社してしまう画工の松永 その松永の面倒をよく見た高橋などが登場する br br the author famous tanka 31 character poetry also wrote several novels worked reporter several newspapers experience reflects story br br this story among reporters newspaper company tokyo summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7220 |
7157 |
7758 |
단편 소설 (Short Stories) |
Jin-geon Hyun |
Single Author Collections |
한국 소설가 현진건이 쓴 소설들 중 3개를 뽑은 모음집. (요약: 윤지수) <br><br>\n\n3 short stories by Hyun Jin-geon.</p>\n\n |
Korean |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-jin-geon-hyun/ |
한국 소설가 현진건이 쓴 소설들 중 3개를 뽑은 모음집 요약 윤지수 br br 3 short stories hyun jin geon p |
| 7221 |
7158 |
7759 |
Verlaten Huis |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Verhaal over een zeer langdurig en vooral kostbaar juridisch proces, dat uiteindelijk toch tot een einde komt. In schril contrast met de nobele arts en sobere huishoudster worden de advocaten stevig bekritiseerd. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders) </p> |
Dutch |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/het-verlaten-huis-by-charles-dickens/ |
verhaal een zeer langdurig en vooral kostbaar juridisch proces dat uiteindelijk toch tot een einde komt schril contrast met de nobele arts en sobere huishoudster worden de advocaten stevig bekritiseerd samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
| 7222 |
7159 |
7760 |
Russian Fairy Tales |
William Ralston Shedden-Ralston |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Russian Fairy Tales is an anthology of stories by a noted Russian scholar and translator. The 51 stories are thematically organized with introductory material to put them both in the context of Russian folklore and in their relation to the myths of other cultures. This text has something for the intellectual reader as well as for someone who just likes a good fairy tale. (Summary by Kevin Davidson)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/russian-fairy-tales-by-william-ralston-shedden-ralston/ |
russian fairy tales anthology stories noted russian scholar translator 51 stories thematically organized introductory material put context russian folklore relation myths cultures text something intellectual reader well someone likes good fairy tale summary kevin davidson p |
| 7223 |
7160 |
7761 |
Our Little Canadian Cousin |
Elizabeth Roberts MacDonald |
Children's Fiction, General |
In " Our Little Canadian Cousin," the author's intention is to tell, in a general way and in one defined local setting, the story of Canadian home life in the late 19th century. To Canadians, home life means not merely sitting at a huge fire-place, or brewing and baking in a wide country kitchen, or dancing of an evening, or teaching, or sewing ; but it means the great outdoor life \n— sleighing, skating, snow-shoeing, hunting, canoeing, and, above all, " camping out " — the joys that belong to a vast, uncrowded country, where there is " room to play." (Summary from the Author's foreword) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-canadian-cousin-by-elizabeth-roberts-macdonald/ |
little canadian cousin author s intention tell general way one defined local setting story canadian home life late 19th century canadians home life means merely sitting huge fire place brewing baking wide country kitchen dancing evening teaching sewing means great outdoor life sleighing skating snow shoeing hunting canoeing and all camping joys belong vast uncrowded country room play summary author s foreword p |
| 7224 |
7161 |
7762 |
Buried Alive |
Arnold Bennett |
Published 1900 onward |
The hero is Mr Priam Farll, a painter of considerable ability. He is, however, extremely shy – so shy that when his valet, Henry Leek, dies suddenly, the doctor believes the dead man to be Priam Farll and the live man the valet. The artist does not try to disabuse him. After the funeral (in Westminster Abbey), Priam Farll marries a widow and lives a happy life until the loss of his wife’s money means he has to take up painting again. A connoisseur of art recognises his style but thinks the paintings are by an imposter. He makes a fortune by buying his works through a small dealer and selling them in America as genuine. Meanwhile Priam Farll refuses through his obstinate shyness to prove his own identity. (Summary by Simon Evers) <br /><br /> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/buried-alive-by-arnold-benett/ |
hero mr priam farll painter considerable ability is however extremely shy shy valet henry leek dies suddenly doctor believes dead man priam farll live man valet artist try disabuse him funeral in westminster abbey priam farll marries widow lives happy life loss wife s money means take painting again connoisseur art recognises style thinks paintings imposter makes fortune buying works small dealer selling america genuine meanwhile priam farll refuses obstinate shyness prove identity summary simon evers br br |
| 7225 |
7162 |
7763 |
College Freshman's Don't Book |
George Fullerton Evans |
Humorous Fiction |
A short, humorous guide of what not to do in your first year of college. (Summary by Jill Engle)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-college-freshmans-dont-book-by-george-fullerton-evans/ |
short humorous guide first year college summary jill engle p |
| 7226 |
7163 |
7764 |
In Time Of Emergency: A Citizen's Handbook On Nuclear Attack, Natural Disasters |
US Office of Civil Defense |
Education, Self-Help |
A major emergency affecting a large number of people may occur anytime and anywhere. It may be a peacetime disaster such as a flood, tornado, fire, hurricane, blizzard or earthquake. It could be an enemy nuclear attack on the United States. In any type of general disaster, lives can be saved if people are prepared for the emergency, and know what actions to take when it occurs. <br/><br/>\n\nThis handbook, "In Time of Emergency" (1968), contains basic general information on both nuclear attack and major natural disasters. This general guidance supplements the specific instructions issued by local governments. Since special conditions may exist in some communities, the local instructions may be slightly different from this general guidance. In those cases, the local instructions should be followed. (Summary from Introduction)</p> |
English |
1968 |
https://librivox.org/in-time-of-emergency-by-us-office-of-civil-defense/ |
major emergency affecting large number people may occur anytime anywhere may peacetime disaster flood tornado fire hurricane blizzard earthquake could enemy nuclear attack united states type general disaster lives saved people prepared emergency know actions take occurs br br handbook in time emergency 1968 contains basic general information nuclear attack major natural disasters general guidance supplements specific instructions issued local governments since special conditions may exist communities local instructions may slightly different general guidance cases local instructions followed summary introduction p |
| 7227 |
7164 |
7765 |
Daniel Boone (Thwaites) |
Reuben Gold Thwaites |
Biography & Autobiography |
Daniel Boone was a great hunter, explorer, surveyor, and excellent rifleman; he knew Indians and fought them skillfully. His life was filled with adventures and, with this biography, Reuben Gold Thwaites takes us along on some of those adventures. An exciting read of one of America’s true historical heroes.(Summary by William Tomcho from the preface to Daniel Boone)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/daniel-boone-by-reuben-gold-thwaites/ |
daniel boone great hunter explorer surveyor excellent rifleman knew indians fought skillfully life filled adventures and biography reuben gold thwaites takes us along adventures exciting read one america s true historical heroes summary william tomcho preface daniel boone p |
| 7228 |
7165 |
7766 |
Time Crime |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
The Paratime Police had a real headache this time! Tracing one man in a population of millions is easy--compared to finding one gang hiding out on one of billions of probability lines! (Summary by Gutenberg text) </p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/time-crime-by-h-beam-piper/ |
paratime police real headache time tracing one man population millions easy compared finding one gang hiding one billions probability lines summary gutenberg text p |
| 7229 |
7166 |
7767 |
Beyond the Black River |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction |
Conan the Barbarian is employed by one of the civilized countries to help in it's push to claim lands from the primitive Picts. The Picts are not excited about the idea however. Old gods and mythical creatures are called up by the Pict witches to contest the invading army and Conan finds himself battling for his life amid the blood thirsty hordes that include saber-toothed tigers, 40 foot long venomous snakes and a demon from another dimension who is intent on crushing him. The huge dog Slasher makes an appearance here and distinguishes himself so well in a doomed battle to delay their forces that Conan openly praises his courage and pledges that 7 Pict heads will roll in his honor. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) <p> |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-the-black-river-by-robert-e-howard/ |
conan barbarian employed one civilized countries help push claim lands primitive picts picts excited idea however old gods mythical creatures called pict witches contest invading army conan finds battling life amid blood thirsty hordes include saber toothed tigers 40 foot long venomous snakes demon another dimension intent crushing him huge dog slasher makes appearance distinguishes well doomed battle delay forces conan openly praises courage pledges 7 pict heads roll honor summary phil chenevert p |
| 7230 |
7167 |
7768 |
At Ease on Lethe Wharf |
Helen Coale Crew |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of <em>At Ease on Lethe Wharf</em>, by Helen Coale Crew. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 14th, 2013.<br /><br />Helen Coale Crew was an American poet and novelist. Her touching evocation of forgetfulness comes from the Chicago Anthology, published in 1916. Lethe refers to the first river that souls bound for the Elysian Fields, the Heaven of the ancient Greeks, had to cross. Drinking from the river was said to have the effect of expunging all memories.<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/at-ease-on-lethe-wharf-by-helen-coale-crew/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings em at ease lethe wharf em helen coale crew weekly poetry project april 14th 2013 br br helen coale crew american poet novelist touching evocation forgetfulness comes chicago anthology published 1916 lethe refers first river souls bound elysian fields heaven ancient greeks cross drinking river said effect expunging memories br br |
| 7231 |
7168 |
7769 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 056 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 056: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members, including stories by Tolstoy, Gelett Burgess, Oscar Wilde, O. Henry and a number of American women writers.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-056-by-various/ |
br librivox s short story collection 056 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members including stories tolstoy gelett burgess oscar wilde o henry number american women writers br br |
| 7232 |
7169 |
7770 |
Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness |
Florence Hartley |
*Non-fiction |
A guide for ladies, written in 1860, on what is accepted as correct behavior in polite society. The advice covers dress, travelling, staying in hotels, attending and giving parties and balls, making and receiving morning calls, letter writing, how to deal with servants, what accomplishments every well bred lady should be expected to acquire and how to choose a suitable husband. (Summary by Christine Lamberton) <p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-ladies-book-of-etiquette-and-manual-of-politeness-by-florence-hartley/ |
guide ladies written 1860 accepted correct behavior polite society advice covers dress travelling staying hotels attending giving parties balls making receiving morning calls letter writing deal servants accomplishments every well bred lady expected acquire choose suitable husband summary christine lamberton p |
| 7233 |
7177 |
7778 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 021 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-021-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 7234 |
7170 |
7771 |
Early Short Stories |
Ze'ev Jabotinsky |
Single Author Collections |
Ранние рассказы Жаботинского (1898-1916) демонстрируют эволюцию от юношеского романтизма к зрелой прозе, позднее проявившейся в его романах.<BR><BR>\nThe early short stories (1898-1916) illustrate Jabotinsky's transition from juvenile romanticism to the mature prose that would culminate in his novels. (Introduction by Mark Chulsky)<BR>\nRead in Russian</p> |
Russian |
0 |
https://librivox.org/early-short-stories-by-zeev-jabotinsky/ |
ранние рассказы жаботинского 1898 1916 демонстрируют эволюцию от юношеского романтизма к зрелой прозе позднее проявившейся в его романах br br early short stories 1898 1916 illustrate jabotinsky s transition juvenile romanticism mature prose would culminate novels introduction mark chulsky br read russian p |
| 7235 |
7171 |
7772 |
Fritz to the Front |
Edward L. Wheeler |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Fritz to the Front is the story of an Irish tramp who wants to be a detective, and is an expert at ventriloquism. The story opens with a mysterious elopement, which Fritz is asked to be a witness to at the wedding. The next day, Fritz meets the father of the bride and he claimed that his daughter is, at times, in a sense, mad. She falls into trances that can last for days. And while in this state met a young man who convinced her to steal 20,000 pounds and meet him in a small town and marry him. Is this story true? Or is it a fabulous falsehood created by the father for some reason of his own? Join Fritz on his quest to solve this mystery with many adventures along the way. (Summary by fiddlesticks) </p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/fritz-to-the-front-by-edward-l-wheeler/ |
fritz front story irish tramp wants detective expert ventriloquism story opens mysterious elopement fritz asked witness wedding next day fritz meets father bride claimed daughter is times sense mad falls trances last days state met young man convinced steal 20 000 pounds meet small town marry him story true fabulous falsehood created father reason own join fritz quest solve mystery many adventures along way summary fiddlesticks p |
| 7236 |
7172 |
7773 |
Astounding Stories 01, January 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction, Short Stories |
In January of 1930 a new magazine with a flashy color cover appeared on newsstands, Astounding Stories of Super-Science. Filled with stories of adventure, sometimes with only a tinge of science, this magazine was to host and nurture many science fiction giants like Murray Leinster and Ray Cummings and would help inspire many of the writers of the "Golden Age of Science Fiction". This inaugural issue includes stories by Murray Leinster, Ray Cummings, S. P. Meek, Victor Rousseau and others. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd) </p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-01-january-1930-by/ |
january 1930 new magazine flashy color cover appeared newsstands astounding stories super science filled stories adventure sometimes tinge science magazine host nurture many science fiction giants like murray leinster ray cummings would help inspire many writers golden age science fiction inaugural issue includes stories murray leinster ray cummings s p meek victor rousseau others summary alan winterrowd p |
| 7237 |
7173 |
7774 |
Kashtanka |
Anton Chekhov |
Humorous Fiction, Animals & Nature |
"Kashtanka," a shaggy-dog story penned by Anton Chekhov in seven parts and first published in 1887, relates the experiences of its eponymous heroine, a fox-faced, reddish dachshund-mix, whose name means 'little chestnut.' After her detestation of music causes her to become separated from the carpenter with whose family she had been living, Kashtanka finds herself taken up by an unusual vaudevillian and goes to live among an assortment of other intelligent animals, each of whom is observed with the characteristic empathy and humor that stamp Chekhov's work. (Summary by Grant Hurlock)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/kashtanka-by-anton-chekhov/ |
kashtanka shaggy dog story penned anton chekhov seven parts first published 1887 relates experiences eponymous heroine fox faced reddish dachshund mix whose name means little chestnut detestation music causes become separated carpenter whose family living kashtanka finds taken unusual vaudevillian goes live among assortment intelligent animals observed characteristic empathy humor stamp chekhov s work summary grant hurlock p |
| 7238 |
7174 |
7775 |
Moving the Mountain |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Moving the Mountain is a feminist utopian novel written by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It was published serially in Perkins Gilman's periodical The Forerunner and then in book form, both in 1911. The book was one element in the major wave of utopian and dystopian literature that marked the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The novel was also the first volume in Gilman's utopian trilogy; it was followed by the famous Herland (1915) and its sequel, With Her in Ourland (1916). John Robertson, lost in Tibet for thirty years, is finally brought back to America by his sister Nellie, only to find his society completely transformed. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/moving-the-mountain-by-charlotte-perkins-gilman/ |
moving mountain feminist utopian novel written charlotte perkins gilman published serially perkins gilman s periodical forerunner book form 1911 book one element major wave utopian dystopian literature marked later nineteenth early twentieth centuries novel also first volume gilman s utopian trilogy followed famous herland 1915 sequel ourland 1916 john robertson lost tibet thirty years finally brought back america sister nellie find society completely transformed summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p |
| 7239 |
7175 |
7776 |
Rangeland Avenger |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
If you enjoy a fast moving western dealing with vengeance and well-deserved payback, you'll like The Rangeland Avenger by Max Brand. A soft spoken but ruthless gunman cuts a path of deadly payback across the Wild West in this exciting adventure. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-rangeland-avenger-by-max-brand/ |
enjoy fast moving western dealing vengeance well deserved payback like rangeland avenger max brand soft spoken ruthless gunman cuts path deadly payback across wild west exciting adventure summary richard kilmer p |
| 7240 |
7176 |
7777 |
Aristopia: A Romance-History of the New World |
Castello Newton Holford |
Fantastic Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br /><em>Aristopia</em> (published 1895) is truly an alternative history. It is an imagination of how the continent of North America might have developed if one man with the vision, altruism and determination to build a state for the benefit of all its people had been in the happy position of having wealth enough to make his dream a reality.\n\n<br /><br />It is an interesting book which deserves its place in literary history largely for being the first novel-length example of its genre. It is written, not as a novel, but as unvarnished history. Only a few passages seem really to catch alight with the idealistic passion of the country's founder, Ralph Morton. Those that do, however, are powerful.\n\n<br /><br />Borrowing heavily from actual documents of the period such as Captain John Smith's Journal, and also from More's Utopia, Newton appears to use his book to show how the vast natural resources of the new continent could, with the vision and wealth of a man like Morton, have improved the lives of huge numbers of the poor, disenfranchised and disaffected of Europe, instead of making relatively few men very rich indeed. In keeping with the thinking of his own time, he seems not to have considered to any great extent how this would still have displaced the native inhabitants of Morton's new 'Commonwealth'. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/aristopia-by-castello-newton-holford/ |
br em aristopia em published 1895 truly alternative history imagination continent north america might developed one man vision altruism determination build state benefit people happy position wealth enough make dream reality br br it interesting book deserves place literary history largely first novel length example genre written novel unvarnished history passages seem really catch alight idealistic passion country s founder ralph morton do however powerful br br borrowing heavily actual documents period captain john smith s journal also more s utopia newton appears use book show vast natural resources new continent could vision wealth man like morton improved lives huge numbers poor disenfranchised disaffected europe instead making relatively men rich indeed keeping thinking time seems considered great extent would still displaced native inhabitants morton s new commonwealth summary ruth golding br br |
| 7241 |
7178 |
7779 |
De Oñate a La Granja |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Tercera Novela de la tercera serie de los Episodios Nacionales. Fernando Calpena y don Pedro Hillo se encuentran prisioneros en la misma cárcel. Al poco de llegar, comienzan a recibir cartas de la mujer incógnita. En ellas explica a don Pedro la necesidad de tenerlos prisioneros, pero en breve tiempo ambos serán liberados, si le prometen... Introducción por Tux<br/><br/>\nLa tercera serie:<br/>\n1 - <a href="http://librivox.org/zumalacarregui-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Zumalacárregui</a><br/>\n2 - <a href="http://librivox.org/mendizabal-by-benito-perez-galdos/">Mendizábal</a><br/>\n3 - <a href="http://librivox.org/de-onate-a-la-granja-by-benito-perez-galdos/">De Oñate a la Granja</a><br/><br/> |
Spanish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/de-onate-a-la-granja-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
tercera novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales fernando calpena pedro hillo se encuentran prisioneros en la misma cárcel al poco de llegar comienzan recibir cartas de la mujer incógnita en ellas explica pedro la necesidad de tenerlos prisioneros pero en breve tiempo ambos serán liberados si le prometen introducción por tux br br la tercera serie br 1 a href http librivox org zumalacarregui by benito perez galdos zumalacárregui a br 2 a href http librivox org mendizabal by benito perez galdos mendizábal a br 3 a href http librivox org de onate a la granja by benito perez galdos de oñate la granja a br br |
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7179 |
7780 |
Short Poetry Collection 120 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-120/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers may 2013 p |
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7180 |
7781 |
Selections from The Army and Navy Hymnal, Volume 1 |
Various |
Music, Religion |
This collection was a joint effort by the chaplains of the US Army and the Navy to meet the needs of divine services conducted in the Army and Navy, and for, in the compilers' words, "the upbuilding up patriotic citizenship."<br/><br/>\n\nThese 20 hymns from the book were selected by the singers. (Summary by Kevin Davidson)<br/><br/>\n\n"Fairest Lord Jesus" sung by Kimberly Krause and TriciaG<br/>\n"Safe in the Arms of Jesus" sung by by Dulcimergirl and Kimberly Krause<br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-the-army-and-navy-hymnal-volume-1/ |
collection joint effort chaplains us army navy meet needs divine services conducted army navy for compilers words the upbuilding patriotic citizenship br br 20 hymns book selected singers summary kevin davidson br br fairest lord jesus sung kimberly krause triciag br safe arms jesus sung dulcimergirl kimberly krause br br |
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7181 |
7782 |
Senator North |
Gertrude Atherton |
Published 1900 onward |
"When, Mr. President, a man, however eminent in other pursuits and whatever claims he may have to public confidence, becomes a member of this body, he has much to learn and much to endure. Little does he know of what he will have to encounter. He may be well read in public affairs, but he is unaware of the difficulties which must attend and embarrass every effort to render what he may know available and useful. He may be upright in purpose and strong in the belief of his own integrity, but he cannot even dream of the ordeal to which he cannot fail to be exposed; of how much courage he must possess to resist the temptations which must daily beset him; of that sensitive shrinking from undeserved censure which he must learn to control; of the ever recurring contest between a natural desire for public approbation and a sense of public duty; of the load of injustice he must be content to bear even from those who should be his friends; the imputations on his motives; the sneers and sarcasms of ignorance and malice; all the manifold injuries which partisan or private malignity, disappointed of its object, may shower upon his unprotected head. All this, if he would retain his integrity, he must learn to ear unmoved and walk steadily onward in the path of public duty, sustained only by the reflection that time may do him justice; or if not, that his individual hopes and aspirations and even his name among men should be of little account to him when weighed in the balance of a people of whose destiny he is a constituted guardian and defender." —WILLIAM PITT FESSENDEN <br /><br />Miss Betty Madison embarks on an adventure in Washington and has much to learn before she can enjoy the triumph of success. (Summary from Foreward ) <br /><br /> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/senator-north-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
when mr president man however eminent pursuits whatever claims may public confidence becomes member body much learn much endure little know encounter may well read public affairs unaware difficulties must attend embarrass every effort render may know available useful may upright purpose strong belief integrity cannot even dream ordeal cannot fail exposed much courage must possess resist temptations must daily beset him sensitive shrinking undeserved censure must learn control ever recurring contest natural desire public approbation sense public duty load injustice must content bear even friends imputations motives sneers sarcasms ignorance malice manifold injuries partisan private malignity disappointed object may shower upon unprotected head this would retain integrity must learn ear unmoved walk steadily onward path public duty sustained reflection time may justice not individual hopes aspirations even name among men little account weighed balance people whose destiny constituted guardian defender william pitt fessenden br br miss betty madison embarks adventure washington much learn enjoy triumph success summary foreward br br |
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7182 |
7783 |
Between the Lines |
Boyd Cable |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
This book, all of which has been written at the Front within sound of the German guns and for the most part within shell and rifle range, is an attempt to tell something of the manner of struggle that has gone on for months between the lines along the Western Front, and more especially of what lies behind and goes to the making of those curt and vague terms in the war communiqués. I think that our people at Home will be glad to know more, and ought to know more, of what these bald phrases may actually signify, when, in the other sense, we read 'between the lines.' (Summary by Boyd Cable) <p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/between-the-lines-by-boyd-cable/ |
book written front within sound german guns part within shell rifle range attempt tell something manner struggle gone months lines along western front especially lies behind goes making curt vague terms war communiqués think people home glad know more ought know more bald phrases may actually signify when sense read between lines summary boyd cable p |
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7183 |
7784 |
Jataka Tales |
Ellen C. Babbitt |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Jataka Tales form a part of the collective Indian Fairy tales with the only distinction that most of Jataka Tales have a moral. These are famous children stories and some of the stories like the "the turtle who couldn't stop talking" and "the King's White Elephant" are so famous that they are enacted as short plays in schools and are cited as an example in daily conversations. All the stories in this collective work have a moral, most likely being narrated by an animal.(Summary by sidhu177)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/jataka-tales-by-ellen-c-babbitt/ |
jataka tales form part collective indian fairy tales distinction jataka tales moral famous children stories stories like the turtle stop talking the king s white elephant famous enacted short plays schools cited example daily conversations stories collective work moral likely narrated animal summary sidhu177 p |
| 7247 |
7184 |
7785 |
Autobiography of Goethe Volume 1 |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Biography & Autobiography |
This Autobiography of Goethe has a lengthy introduction and short biography of Goethe's life by Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) and was translated by John Oxenford (1812-1877) in 1848, which was a year of revolutions in Europe. Johann Goethe was a literary celebrity by the age of 25 and was ennobled by the Duke of Saxe-Weimar, Carl August in 1782 after first taking up residence there in November of 1775 following the success of his first novel, <i>The Sorrows of Young Werther</i> (available on Librivox). He lived in Germany from 1749-1832. This period corresponds to the same time as the Seven Years' War, and the French and American Revolutions (1754-1815). Goethe was a member of the Sturm und Drang literary movement. This group of writers believed that literature should shock the audience in order to produce extreme emotions as a counterbalance to the rationalist movement which promoted detachment in the sciences. This is the first part of his autobiography, which he called <i>Truth and Fiction</i> or <i>Truth and Poetry</i> depending on the translator. Goethe wrote poems, such as, <i>The Sorcerer's Apprentice</i>, as well as plays, novels and some scientific works. He wrote the play <i>Faust</i> which is also available on Librivox. He was an Anti-Enlightenment writer. Margaret Fuller (1810-1850) assisted with the 1839 English translation of Johann Peter Eckermann's <i>Conversations with Goethe in the Last Years of his Life</i>.<br /><br />One reader, Barbara, submitted the following after reading a little of the book. "The publisher, J. H. Moore, seems to have cobbled his book together from sources which are not properly acknowledged if at all. For instance, the "Introduction" merely pinches an essay by Thomas Carlyle which was published in 1828. Google gives the publication date of "The Autobiography of Goethe" as "1901?" (Summary by Wikipedia and Craig Campbell)\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-goethe-volume-1-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
autobiography goethe lengthy introduction short biography goethe s life thomas carlyle 1795 1881 translated john oxenford 1812 1877 1848 year revolutions europe johann goethe literary celebrity age 25 ennobled duke saxe weimar carl august 1782 first taking residence november 1775 following success first novel i the sorrows young werther i available librivox lived germany 1749 1832 period corresponds time seven years war french american revolutions 1754 1815 goethe member sturm und drang literary movement group writers believed literature shock audience order produce extreme emotions counterbalance rationalist movement promoted detachment sciences first part autobiography called i truth fiction i i truth poetry i depending translator goethe wrote poems as i the sorcerer s apprentice i well plays novels scientific works wrote play i faust i also available librivox anti enlightenment writer margaret fuller 1810 1850 assisted 1839 english translation johann peter eckermann s i conversations goethe last years life i br br one reader barbara submitted following reading little book the publisher j h moore seems cobbled book together sources properly acknowledged all instance introduction merely pinches essay thomas carlyle published 1828 google gives publication date the autobiography goethe 1901 summary wikipedia craig campbell br br |
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7186 |
7787 |
Our Little Spanish Cousin |
Mary F. Nixon-Roulet |
General |
Another book written for American children in the early 1900's to help educate them about the customs and lives of their 'cousins' in many parts of the world. Naturally the cultures described are as they might have been at the end of the 1800's.\n "Washed by the Mediterranean and kissed by the warm Southern sun, the Iberian peninsula lies at the southwestern corner of Europe. To this sunny land of Spain we owe much for, from it's hospitable shores, aided by her generous queen, Columbus saided to discover that new world which is today our home. We should be very friendly to the country which helped him and American boys and girls should welcome the coming of Our Little Spanish cousin." (Summary by the author's Preface) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-spanish-cousin-by-mary-f-nixon-roulet/ |
another book written american children early 1900 s help educate customs lives cousins many parts world naturally cultures described might end 1800 s washed mediterranean kissed warm southern sun iberian peninsula lies southwestern corner europe sunny land spain owe much for hospitable shores aided generous queen columbus saided discover new world today home friendly country helped american boys girls welcome coming little spanish cousin summary author s preface p |
| 7249 |
7187 |
7788 |
For Dolly, who does not Learn her Lessons |
E. Nesbit |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of <i>For Dolly, who does not Learn her Lessons</i> by E. Nesbit. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 21st, 2013.<br /><br />\nEdith Nesbit reminds us of the magic - and brevity - of childhood.<br /><br /> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/for-dolly-who-does-not-learn-her-lessons-by-e-nesbit/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings i for dolly learn lessons i e nesbit weekly poetry project april 21st 2013 br br edith nesbit reminds us magic brevity childhood br br |
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7188 |
7789 |
Call |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of <i>The Call</i> by Rupert Brooke. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 21st, 2013.<br><br> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-by-rupert-brooke/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings i the call i rupert brooke fortnightly poetry project april 21st 2013 br br |
| 7251 |
7189 |
7790 |
Stones of Venice, Volume 3 |
John Ruskin |
Art, Design & Architecture, Travel & Geography |
The Stones of Venice is a three-volume treatise on Venetian art and architecture by English art historian John Ruskin, first published from 1851 to 1853. Intending to prove how the architecture in Venice exemplified the principles he discussed in his earlier work, The Seven Lamps of Architecture, Ruskin examined the city in detail, describing for example over eighty churches. He discusses architecture of Venice's Byzantine, Gothic and Renaissance periods, and provides a general history of the city as well. The book aroused considerable interest in Victorian Britain and beyond. The chapter "The Nature of Gothic" (from volume 2) was admired by William Morris, who published it separately in an edition which is in itself an example of Gothic revival. It inspired Marcel Proust; the narrator of the Recherche visits Venice with his mother in a state of enthusiasm for Ruskin. The Stones of Venice is considered one of the most influential books of the 19th century. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia by Leni)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-stones-of-venice-volume-3-by-john-ruskin/ |
stones venice three volume treatise venetian art architecture english art historian john ruskin first published 1851 1853 intending prove architecture venice exemplified principles discussed earlier work seven lamps architecture ruskin examined city detail describing example eighty churches discusses architecture venice s byzantine gothic renaissance periods provides general history city well book aroused considerable interest victorian britain beyond chapter the nature gothic from volume 2 admired william morris published separately edition example gothic revival inspired marcel proust narrator recherche visits venice mother state enthusiasm ruskin stones venice considered one influential books 19th century summary adapted wikipedia leni p |
| 7252 |
7190 |
7791 |
Water Ghost and Others |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Eight ghost stories by a master story teller and humorist of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-water-ghost-and-others-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
eight ghost stories master story teller humorist late nineteenth early twentieth centuries summary david wales p |
| 7253 |
7191 |
7792 |
Tales of Men and Ghosts |
Edith Wharton |
Single Author Collections |
Tales of Men and Ghosts was published as a collection in 1910, though the first eight of the stories had earlier appeared in Scribner's and the last two in the Century Magazine. Despite the title, the men outnumber the ghosts, since only "The Eyes" and "Afterward" actually call on the supernatural. In only two of the stories are women the central characters, though elsewhere they play important roles. Wharton enjoys subjecting her subjects -- all of them American gentlemen and gentlewomen, in the conventional senses of the word -- to various moral tests and sometimes ironic tests. Some of the stories deal with the intellectual fashions of the day -- "The Blond Beast" basing itself, to some degree, on Nietzsche, and "The Debt" on variants of Darwinism. Though "Afterward" is set in England, and "The Letters" in France, the rest of the stories are squarely in Wharton's own New York city, rather than (say) in what she calls "the soul-deadening ugliness of the Middle West," thus avoiding the need to come to terms with what fashion-conscious New Yorkers still today call "fly-over country" for everything that lies between the west bank of the Hudson River and San Francisco Bay. (Summary by Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-men-and-ghosts-by-edith-wharton/ |
tales men ghosts published collection 1910 though first eight stories earlier appeared scribner s last two century magazine despite title men outnumber ghosts since the eyes afterward actually call supernatural two stories women central characters though elsewhere play important roles wharton enjoys subjecting subjects american gentlemen gentlewomen conventional senses word various moral tests sometimes ironic tests stories deal intellectual fashions day the blond beast basing itself degree nietzsche the debt variants darwinism though afterward set england the letters france rest stories squarely wharton s new york city rather say calls the soul deadening ugliness middle west thus avoiding need come terms fashion conscious new yorkers still today call fly over country everything lies west bank hudson river san francisco bay summary nicholas clifford p |
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7192 |
7793 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 23 - The Cariboo Trail: A Chronicle of the Gold-fields of British Columbia |
Agnes C. Laut |
Modern (19th C) |
Between the California and Yukon/Klondike gold rushes was the Cariboo Gold Rush in what would become northern British Columbia. The first discovery was made in 1859, but the rush didn't get underway in earnest until 1861. This short work documents the story of this lesser-known era and how it directly affected the development of British Columbia. (Summary by TriciaG)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-cariboo-trail-by-agnes-c-laut/ |
california yukon klondike gold rushes cariboo gold rush would become northern british columbia first discovery made 1859 rush get underway earnest 1861 short work documents story lesser known era directly affected development british columbia summary triciag p |
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7193 |
7794 |
Aesop for Children |
Aesop |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short works |
A collection of Aesop's fables for children from the classic American book illustrated by Milo Winter. Read along and see the illustrations at: http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19994. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-aesop-for-children-by-aesop/ |
collection aesop s fables children classic american book illustrated milo winter read along see illustrations at http www gutenberg org ebooks 19994 summary jill engle p |
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7194 |
7795 |
Dave Dawson on Guadalcanal |
Robert Sidney Bowen |
Action & Adventure Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
One of a series of youth-oriented adventure books set in contemporary WWII era, featuring fictional American flying ace, Dave Dawson. (Summary by BellonaTimes) </p> |
English |
1943 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dawson-on-guadalcanal-by-robert-sidney-bowen/ |
one series youth oriented adventure books set contemporary wwii era featuring fictional american flying ace dave dawson summary bellonatimes p |
| 7257 |
7195 |
7796 |
Chartreuse of Parma (The Charterhouse of Parma) |
Stendhal |
Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
This book is more often called <i>The Charterhouse of Parma</i> in English, because "Charterhouse" is the English word for a Carthusian monastery, whereas "Chartreuse" is the French word.<br/><br/>\n\nThe book tells the life of a Lombard nobleman, born soon after the appearance of Napoleon's army in Italy. He has many adventures in love, war, politics, and the Church. The politics and the Church part of his life result from his doting aunt's becoming the Prime Minister's mistress, and the power behind the throne, in the Duchy of Parma.<br/><br/>\n\nThe Prime Minister is a wish-fulfillment depiction of the author. Although nobody lives happily ever after, it is a happy book to read, quite unlike "The Red and the Black". (Summary by Antony Brown)<br/><br/>\n\nProof-listened by abigayl & Kimberly Krause</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-chartreuse-of-parma-by-stendhal/ |
book often called i the charterhouse parma i english charterhouse english word carthusian monastery whereas chartreuse french word br br book tells life lombard nobleman born soon appearance napoleon s army italy many adventures love war politics church politics church part life result doting aunt s becoming prime minister s mistress power behind throne duchy parma br br prime minister wish fulfillment depiction author although nobody lives happily ever after happy book read quite unlike the red black summary antony brown br br proof listened abigayl kimberly krause p |
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7196 |
7797 |
Collected Poems 1901-1918 |
Walter De la Mare |
Single author |
Early poems written by Walter de la Mare. de la Mare is best remembered for his works for children. This collection includes:<br>\nPoems: 1906<br>The Listeners: 1914<br>Motley: 1918<br>Songs of Childhood: 1901<br>\n(Summary by MaryAnn)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/collected-poems-1901-1918-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
early poems written walter de la mare de la mare best remembered works children collection includes br poems 1906 br the listeners 1914 br motley 1918 br songs childhood 1901 br summary maryann p |
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7197 |
7798 |
Our Little Australian Cousin |
Mary F. Nixon-Roulet |
General |
Another delightful look back at how people and children lived in the late 1800s in this part of the British Empire. This book introduces us to Fergus and Jean Hume and their family who are sailing to Australia from Scotland to make it their new home. The immigrants must pass through Melbourne then Sydney by rail before the father goes on to set up his new homestead. Many strange sights await these Scottish children and their parents. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-australian-cousin-by-mary-f-nixon-roulet/ |
another delightful look back people children lived late 1800s part british empire book introduces us fergus jean hume family sailing australia scotland make new home immigrants must pass melbourne sydney rail father goes set new homestead many strange sights await scottish children parents summary phil chenevert p |
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7198 |
7799 |
Uncle Wiggily in Wonderland |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
Howard Garis, one of the most prolific children's writers of the 20th century, is credited with writing over 1500 Uncle Wiggily stories. In this collection, the loveable old rabbit visits other childhood friends from the "Alice In Wonderland" stories, once he discovers his rheumatism is not bothering him so much one day and he feels the need for adventure. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggily-in-wonderland-by-howard-r-garis/ |
howard garis one prolific children s writers 20th century credited writing 1500 uncle wiggily stories collection loveable old rabbit visits childhood friends alice wonderland stories discovers rheumatism bothering much one day feels need adventure summary lynne thompson p |
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7199 |
7800 |
Education |
Ellen G. White |
Education, Reference |
Ellen White said that one of the most delicate tasks in life was working with youthful minds. Teaching should be varied which can make it possible for the 'high and noble powers of the mind' to have a chance to progress. Educators of youth should be gentle and loving and have self control. Her idea of creating a Christian educational system is detailed in this book. - Summary by Michele Eaton</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/education-by-ellen-g-white/ |
ellen white said one delicate tasks life working youthful minds teaching varied make possible high noble powers mind chance progress educators youth gentle loving self control idea creating christian educational system detailed book summary michele eaton p |
| 7262 |
7200 |
7801 |
Insomnia Collection Vol. 004 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Soporific dullness is in the ear of the listener, and what's tedium incarnate to one person will be another person's passion and delight. However, it is hoped that at least one from the range of topics here presented will lull the busy mind to a state of sweet sleep.<br /><br />Introduction by Cori Samuel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/insomnia-collection-vol-004-by-various/ |
soporific dullness ear listener what s tedium incarnate one person another person s passion delight however hoped least one range topics presented lull busy mind state sweet sleep br br introduction cori samuel |
| 7263 |
7201 |
7802 |
Story Book of Science |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
Nature |
The famed French naturalist Fabre covers a large variety of subjects in these 70 short but fascinating essays about insects, animals and nature in general. The translator explains in her foreword, "The young in heart and the pure in heart of whatever age will find themselves drawn to this incomparable story-teller, this reverent reveler of the awe-inspiring secrets of nature. The identity of the "Uncle Paul," who in this book and others of the series plays the story-teller's part, is not hard to guess; and the young people who gather about him to listen to his true stories from wood and field, from brook and hilltop, from distant ocean and adjacent millpond, are, without doubt, the author's own children, in whose companionship he delighted and whose education he conducted with wise solicitude." (Summary by Phil Chenevert)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-book-of-science-by-jean-henri-fabre/ |
famed french naturalist fabre covers large variety subjects 70 short fascinating essays insects animals nature general translator explains foreword the young heart pure heart whatever age find drawn incomparable story teller reverent reveler awe inspiring secrets nature identity uncle paul book others series plays story teller s part hard guess young people gather listen true stories wood field brook hilltop distant ocean adjacent millpond are without doubt author s children whose companionship delighted whose education conducted wise solicitude summary phil chenevert p |
| 7264 |
7202 |
7803 |
Calendar of Sonnets (Version 2) |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Sonnets |
Helen Hunt Jackson is probably most famous for her work on behalf of Native Americans’ rights. However, this short volume presents a sonnet for each month of the year, devoted simply and beautifully to the shifting wonder of nature through the seasons. (Summary by Laura Fox)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-calendar-of-sonnets-version-2-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
helen hunt jackson probably famous work behalf native americans rights however short volume presents sonnet month year devoted simply beautifully shifting wonder nature seasons summary laura fox p |
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7205 |
7807 |
Pauline's Passion and Punishment |
Louisa May Alcott |
Romance |
Before she wrote Little Women and Little Men, Louisa, writing under the pseudonym A.M. Barnard, had this `blood and thunder' thriller (as she called them) published in 1863 by a weekly pulp magazine. This was during the period when Louisa worked a nurse during the American Civil war. The rigid and unfair roles of men and women of this period, their expectations and desires, plays a large in this story of betrayed love, anger, petulance, and ultimately, vengeance. The story is well written and plotted of course, being an Alcott story, so listeners can expect to enjoy a captivating and satisfying story read to them by one of the best and most highly polished readers around. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/paulines-passion-and-punishment-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
wrote little women little men louisa writing pseudonym a m barnard blood thunder thriller as called them published 1863 weekly pulp magazine period louisa worked nurse american civil war rigid unfair roles men women period expectations desires plays large story betrayed love anger petulance ultimately vengeance story well written plotted course alcott story listeners expect enjoy captivating satisfying story read one best highly polished readers around summary phil chenevert p |
| 7266 |
7206 |
7808 |
Mastery |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of <em>Mastery</em> by Sara Teasdale. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 28th, 2013.<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mastery-by-sara-teasdale/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings em mastery em sara teasdale weekly poetry project april 28th 2013 br br |
| 7267 |
7207 |
7809 |
Effi Briest (Version 2) |
Theodor Fontane |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Effi Briest ist ein Roman von Theodor Fontane, der von 1894 bis 1895 zunächst als Fortsetzungsroman in der Deutschen Rundschau abgedruckt wurde, bevor er 1896 als Buch erschien. Das Werk gilt als ein Höhe- und Wendepunkt des poetischen Realismus der deutschen Literatur: Höhepunkt, weil der Autor kritische Distanz mit einer schriftstellerischen Eleganz verbindet, die bisher ihresgleichen suchte; Wendepunkt, weil Fontane zum bedeutendsten Geburtshelfer des deutschen Gesellschaftsromans wurde.\nBeschrieben wird das Schicksal Effi Briests, die als siebzehnjähriges Mädchen auf Zureden ihrer Mutter den mehr als doppelt so alten Baron von Innstetten heiratet.</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/effi-briest-version-2-by-theodor-fontane/ |
effi briest ist ein roman von theodor fontane der von 1894 bis 1895 zunächst als fortsetzungsroman der deutschen rundschau abgedruckt wurde bevor er 1896 als buch erschien das werk gilt als ein höhe und wendepunkt des poetischen realismus der deutschen literatur höhepunkt weil der autor kritische distanz mit einer schriftstellerischen eleganz verbindet die bisher ihresgleichen suchte wendepunkt weil fontane zum bedeutendsten geburtshelfer des deutschen gesellschaftsromans wurde beschrieben wird das schicksal effi briests die als siebzehnjähriges mädchen auf zureden ihrer mutter den mehr als doppelt alten baron von innstetten heiratet p |
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7208 |
7810 |
David Copperfield (deutsch) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
David Copperfield, Originaltitel 'David Copperfield or The Personal History Experience and Observation of David Copperfield the Younger of Blunderstone Rookery' ist ein Bildungsroman des englischen Schriftstellers Charles Dickens aus dem Jahr 1849. <br>Der Roman erzählt die Lebensgeschichte von David Copperfield, hinter dem sich der Autor selbst in verfremdeter Form verbirgt. Man erfährt von David Copperfields Werdegang und langsamem Erwachsenwerden. Die Erzählung lebt von den zahlreichen (berühmt gewordenen) Figuren, die seinen Weg kreuzen, ihn einen Teil seines Lebens begleiten, verschwinden und wieder auftauchen. (Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)<p> |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-deutsch-by-charles-dickens/ |
david copperfield originaltitel david copperfield personal history experience observation david copperfield younger blunderstone rookery ist ein bildungsroman des englischen schriftstellers charles dickens aus dem jahr 1849 br der roman erzählt die lebensgeschichte von david copperfield hinter dem sich der autor selbst verfremdeter form verbirgt man erfährt von david copperfields werdegang und langsamem erwachsenwerden die erzählung lebt von den zahlreichen berühmt gewordenen figuren die seinen weg kreuzen ihn einen teil seines lebens begleiten verschwinden und wieder auftauchen zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
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7811 |
Worst Journey in the World, Vol 2 |
Apsley Cherry-Garrard |
Exploration |
The Worst Journey in the World is a memoir of the 1910–1913 British Antarctic Expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott. It was written and published in 1922 by a survivor of the expedition, Apsley Cherry-Garrard, and has earned wide praise for its frank treatment of the difficulties of the expedition, the causes of its disastrous outcome, and the meaning (if any) of human suffering under extreme conditions. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br/><br/>Volume 1 <a href="https://librivox.org/the-worst-journey-in-the-world-by-apsley-cherry-garrard/">HERE</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-worst-journey-in-the-world-vol-2-by-apsley-cherry-garrard/ |
worst journey world memoir 1910 1913 british antarctic expedition led robert falcon scott written published 1922 survivor expedition apsley cherry garrard earned wide praise frank treatment difficulties expedition causes disastrous outcome meaning if any human suffering extreme conditions summary wikipedia br br volume 1 a href https librivox org the worst journey in the world by apsley cherry garrard here a br br |
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7812 |
Food Guide for War Service at Home |
Katherine Blunt |
Business & Economics, House & Home |
"The long war has brought hunger to Europe; some of her peoples stand constantly face to face with starvation. To meet all this great food need in Europe—and meeting it is an imperative military necessity—we must be very careful and economical in our food use here at home. We must eat less; we must waste nothing; we must equalize the distribution of what food we may retain for ourselves; we must prevent extortion and profiteering which make prices so high that the poor cannot buy the food they actually need; and we must try to produce more food. For all this there is needed a "food education" of all our people. For the purpose of diffusing this information this little book has been prepared under the direction of the Food Administration. By following the suggestions for food conservation herein contained every one can render his country an important war service." (Summary excerpted from the Preface by Herbert Hoover) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/food-guide-for-war-service-at-home-by-katherine-blunt-frances-swain-and-florence-powdermaker/ |
the long war brought hunger europe peoples stand constantly face face starvation meet great food need europe and meeting imperative military necessity we must careful economical food use home must eat less must waste nothing must equalize distribution food may retain ourselves must prevent extortion profiteering make prices high poor cannot buy food actually need must try produce food needed food education people purpose diffusing information little book prepared direction food administration following suggestions food conservation herein contained every one render country important war service summary excerpted preface herbert hoover p |
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7813 |
Martyrs of Science, or, the Lives of Galileo, Tycho Brahe, and Kepler |
David Brewster |
Biography & Autobiography, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
“The martyrs of Science” gives a brief biography of Galileo, Brahe and Kepler. These three men played a pivotal role in the scientific revolution during the early modern period. This book throws light upon their lives, their scientific achievements, adversities which they faced for their work and how they transformed the lives of the future generations forever. It also provides evidence which establishes that the work carried out by them are original irrespective of the claims by other men who tried in vain to rob them of their honor. The author highlights some of their fallacies which hindered their progress. (Summary by Λ)</p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-martyrs-of-science-or-the-lives-of-galileo-tycho-brahe-and-kepler-by-david-brewster/ |
the martyrs science gives brief biography galileo brahe kepler three men played pivotal role scientific revolution early modern period book throws light upon lives scientific achievements adversities faced work transformed lives future generations forever also provides evidence establishes work carried original irrespective claims men tried vain rob honor author highlights fallacies hindered progress summary λ p |
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7814 |
And Then the Town Took Off |
Richard Wilson |
General Fiction |
The town of Superior, Ohio, certainly was living up to its name! In what was undoubtedly the most spectacular feat of the century, it simply picked itself up one night and rose two full miles above Earth! Radio messages stated simply that Superior had seceded from Earth. But Don Cort, stranded on that rising town, was beginning to suspect that nothing was simple about Superior except its citizens. Calmly they accepted their rise in the world as being due to one of their local townspeople, a crackpot professor. But after a couple of weeks of floating around, it began to be obvious that the professor had no idea how to get them down. So then it was up to Cort: either find a way to anchor Superior, or spend the rest of his days on the smallest—and the nuttiest—planet in the galaxy! (Summary From The Book)</p> |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/and-then-the-town-took-off-by-richard-wilson/ |
town superior ohio certainly living name undoubtedly spectacular feat century simply picked one night rose two full miles earth radio messages stated simply superior seceded earth cort stranded rising town beginning suspect nothing simple superior except citizens calmly accepted rise world due one local townspeople crackpot professor couple weeks floating around began obvious professor idea get down cort either find way anchor superior spend rest days smallest and nuttiest planet galaxy summary book p |
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7815 |
Heart of the West |
O. Henry |
Short Stories, Westerns |
A collection of short stories by the legendary O. Henry. (Summary by sidhu177) <p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/heart-of-the-west-by-o-henry/ |
collection short stories legendary o henry summary sidhu177 p |
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7214 |
7816 |
mißbrauchten Liebesbriefe |
Gottfried Keller |
Humorous Fiction |
Victor (Viggi) Störteler betreibt ein einträgliches Speditions- und Warengeschäft und hat ein "hübsches, gesundes und gutmütiges Weibchen". Er könnte zufrieden sein, doch fühlt er sich zu höherem berufen und widmet sich ohne Talent aber mit desto größerer Hingabe und Selbstüberschätzung der Schriftstellerei. Die gutmütige Gritli kann für die überdrehte Schreiberei ihres Mannes kein Verständnis aufbringen, dennoch bestimmt er sie zu "seiner Muse" und verfällt auf die Idee, ihr von einer Geschäftsreise salbungsvoll leidenschaftliche Liebesbriefe zu schreiben; diese soll sie in gleichem Sinne beantworten, auf dass er diesen Briefwechsel einmal in Buchform veröffentlichen könne. Gritli, die sich dieser Aufgabe nicht gewachsen sieht, findet in ihrer Not eine listige Lösung: sie schreibt die Briefe ihres Mannes säuberlich ab und lässt sie ihrem Nachbarn, dem schüchternen und schwärmerischen armen Unterlehrer Wilhelm zukommen. Dieser, von der heimlichen Liebe der Gritli ganz betört, schreibt ihr leidenschaftlich zurück, so dass Gritli diese Briefe nur wiederum abzuschreiben braucht, um ganz die von ihrem Manne gewünschten Antworten bereit zu haben. So meinen die beiden Männer, ihre Briefe jeweils an Gritli zu richten, schreiben sich jedoch letztlich gegenseitig die herzlichsten Liebesbeteuerungen. Doch kann das natürlich nicht lange gut gehen - während Wilhelm, durch "Gritlis" Briefe ermuntert, sich Hoffnungen macht, entdeckt Viggi bald Gritlis schändlichen Betrug... \nEine Humoreske aus dem Zyklus "Die Leute von Seldwyla"; spannend und mit spitzer Feder erzählt. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson)</p> |
German |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/die-misbrauchten-liebesbriefe-by-gottfried-keller/ |
victor viggi störteler betreibt ein einträgliches speditions und warengeschäft und hat ein hübsches gesundes und gutmütiges weibchen er könnte zufrieden sein doch fühlt er sich zu höherem berufen und widmet sich ohne talent aber mit desto größerer hingabe und selbstüberschätzung der schriftstellerei die gutmütige gritli kann für die überdrehte schreiberei ihres mannes kein verständnis aufbringen dennoch bestimmt er sie zu seiner muse und verfällt auf die idee ihr von einer geschäftsreise salbungsvoll leidenschaftliche liebesbriefe zu schreiben diese soll sie gleichem sinne beantworten auf dass er diesen briefwechsel einmal buchform veröffentlichen könne gritli die sich dieser aufgabe nicht gewachsen sieht findet ihrer eine listige lösung sie schreibt die briefe ihres mannes säuberlich ab und lässt sie ihrem nachbarn dem schüchternen und schwärmerischen armen unterlehrer wilhelm zukommen dieser von der heimlichen liebe der gritli ganz betört schreibt ihr leidenschaftlich zurück dass gritli diese briefe nur wiederum abzuschreiben braucht um ganz die von ihrem manne gewünschten antworten bereit zu haben meinen die beiden männer ihre briefe jeweils gritli zu richten schreiben sich jedoch letztlich gegenseitig die herzlichsten liebesbeteuerungen doch kann das natürlich nicht lange gut gehen während wilhelm durch gritlis briefe ermuntert sich hoffnungen macht entdeckt viggi bald gritlis schändlichen betrug eine humoreske aus dem zyklus die leute von seldwyla spannend und mit spitzer feder erzählt zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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7817 |
Underground Railroad, Part 3 |
William Still |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
"Never before has the working of the Underground Railroad been so thoroughly explained. Here we have in complete detail the various methods adopted for circumventing the enemies of freedom, and told, as it is, with great simplicity and natural feeling, the narrative is one which cannot but make a deep impression. Thrilling incidents, heroic adventures and noble deeds of self-sacrifice light up every page, and will enlist the heartiest sympathies of all generous souls. It was eminently just that such a record of one of the most remarkable phases of the struggle against slavery should be prepared, that the memory of the noble originators and supporters of the railroad might be kept green, and posterity enabled to form a true conception of the necessity that called it into existence, and of the difficulties under which its work was performed. The labor of compiling could not have fallen into more appropriate or better qualified hands." The Philadelphia Inquirer <br><br>William Still is often called the Father of the Underground Railroad. Over 14 years, he helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada. Still was committed to preserving the stories of the bondmen and he kept careful records of the many escaped slaves who passed through the Philadelphia “station”. The Underground Railroad was published in 1871 from Still’s records and diaries. In bringing you these stories, Librivox volunteers are reading from the 1878 edition. (Summary by MaryAnn)\n<br /><br />Complete list of recordings comprising this book:\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 1</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 2</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 3</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 4</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 5</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/ |
never working underground railroad thoroughly explained complete detail various methods adopted circumventing enemies freedom told is great simplicity natural feeling narrative one cannot make deep impression thrilling incidents heroic adventures noble deeds self sacrifice light every page enlist heartiest sympathies generous souls eminently record one remarkable phases struggle slavery prepared memory noble originators supporters railroad might kept green posterity enabled form true conception necessity called existence difficulties work performed labor compiling could fallen appropriate better qualified hands philadelphia inquirer br br william still often called father underground railroad 14 years helped hundreds slaves escape freedom canada still committed preserving stories bondmen kept careful records many escaped slaves passed philadelphia station underground railroad published 1871 still s records diaries bringing stories librivox volunteers reading 1878 edition summary maryann br br complete list recordings comprising book a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 1 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 1 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 2 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 2 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 3 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 3 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 4 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 4 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 5 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 5 a br br |
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7818 |
Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer is another set of children’s stories by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess. More serious than some of Burgess' other children's books, much of this book chronicles the tense predator-prey relationship of a human hunter and Lightfoot the Deer during the autumn hunting season. Later, Lightfoot discovers a hunt of a different kind. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-lightfoot-the-deer-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures lightfoot deer another set children s stories conservationist thornton w burgess serious burgess children s books much book chronicles tense predator prey relationship human hunter lightfoot deer autumn hunting season later lightfoot discovers hunt different kind summary jill engle p |
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7228 |
7830 |
History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 2 |
Friedrich Schiller |
Early Modern |
<i>The History of the Thirty Years War</i> is a five volume work, which followed his very successful <i>History of the Revolt of the Netherlands</i>. Written for a wider audience than Revolt, it is a vivid history, colored by Schiller’s own interest in the question of human freedom and his rationalist optimism. Volume 2 covers late 1620 through the aftermath of the Battle of Leipzig (now known as the First Battle of Breitenfeld), in 1631. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-thirty-years-war-volume-2-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
i the history thirty years war i five volume work followed successful i history revolt netherlands i written wider audience revolt vivid history colored schiller s interest question human freedom rationalist optimism volume 2 covers late 1620 aftermath battle leipzig now known first battle breitenfeld 1631 summary alan winterrowd p |
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7217 |
7819 |
Philosophy of the Plan of Salvation |
James Barr Walker |
Philosophy, Christianity - Other |
The book is a series of independent demonstrations, the results of which accumulate to the final conclusion, that the Christian religion is necessarily the only religion possible to meet the spiritual wants of mankind. In arriving at this conclusion, the different arts and processes of revealed religion are examined, and their adaptedness to perform their several functions in elevating, purifying, and actuating the human soul to benevolent effort, is determined, and, finally, the practical operation of the system is shown, as a matter of undeniable experience, to produce the complete and necessary result required. . . . As four is contained in twelve three times, and as twelve is the only number in which four is three times contained; so the capacities and susceptibilities of the human soul being given, and the power and adaptations of revelation being ascertained, the result is obtained (may it not be said with mathematical certainty?) that Christianity, as taught by the interpretation and experience of evangelical Christians, is the true religion and the only religion possible for human nature. (Introduction from Preface to 2nd Edition.)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-philosophy-of-the-plan-of-salvation-by-james-barr-walker/ |
book series independent demonstrations results accumulate final conclusion christian religion necessarily religion possible meet spiritual wants mankind arriving conclusion different arts processes revealed religion examined adaptedness perform several functions elevating purifying actuating human soul benevolent effort determined and finally practical operation system shown matter undeniable experience produce complete necessary result required four contained twelve three times twelve number four three times contained capacities susceptibilities human soul given power adaptations revelation ascertained result obtained may said mathematical certainty christianity taught interpretation experience evangelical christians true religion religion possible human nature introduction preface 2nd edition p |
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7218 |
7820 |
Redburn: His First Voyage |
Herman Melville |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Melville wrote of some of his earliest experiences at sea in the story of Wellingborough Redburn, a wet-behind-the-ears youngster whose head was filled with dreams of foreign travel and adventure. In Redburn, the protagonist enlists for a stint as a seaman aboard Highlander, a merchant ship running between New York and London. As with many of Melville's works, this one is as much about class and race as it is about the sea. (Summary by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/redburn-his-first-voyage-by-herman-melville/ |
melville wrote earliest experiences sea story wellingborough redburn wet behind the ears youngster whose head filled dreams foreign travel adventure redburn protagonist enlists stint seaman aboard highlander merchant ship running new york london many melville s works one much class race sea summary james k white p |
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7219 |
7821 |
Purple Flame |
Roy J. Snell |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Two years after the conclusion of "The Blue Envelope", Marian is crossing the frozen Alaskan tundra alone with three reindeer in order to greet her unknown cousin in Nome. Patsy has traveled from Kentucky. Kentucky! How will she adapt to a frigid winter in Alaska? Will the girls get along? Will the two girls manage the reindeer herd in Marian's father's absence? Who is following them? And just what is that purple flame in the old abandoned scow? (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-purple-flame-by-roy-j-snell/ |
two years conclusion the blue envelope marian crossing frozen alaskan tundra alone three reindeer order greet unknown cousin nome patsy traveled kentucky kentucky adapt frigid winter alaska girls get along two girls manage reindeer herd marian s father s absence following them purple flame old abandoned scow summary lynne thompson p |
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7220 |
7822 |
Father Goriot |
Honoré de Balzac |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
One of Balzac's most popular works, set around 1815 during the re-ascendancy of the Bourbon kings following the defeat of Napoleon. Said to have been an inspiration to Charles Dickens and Henry James as well as others, the novel seeks to portray the realism of scenes and people. It is also a commentary upon the changing social strata and mores of the day. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/father-goriot-by-honore-balzac/ |
one balzac s popular works set around 1815 re ascendancy bourbon kings following defeat napoleon said inspiration charles dickens henry james well others novel seeks portray realism scenes people also commentary upon changing social strata mores day summary jcarson p |
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7221 |
7823 |
Books Fatal to Their Authors |
Peter Hempson Ditchfield |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a collection of stories of authors who have lost their fortunes and sometimes their lives after writing a book. The liberty of a person's conscience was unknown in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries; Why should a man be drawn and quartered for writing what we know is the truth? What must it have been like to have lived in that era. At the time it was dangerous to say that the earth went around the sun and many other theories were treated in the same way. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/books-fatal-to-their-authors-by-peter-hempson-ditchfield/ |
collection stories authors lost fortunes sometimes lives writing book liberty person s conscience unknown sixteenth seventeenth centuries man drawn quartered writing know truth must like lived era time dangerous say earth went around sun many theories treated way summary michele eaton p |
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7222 |
7824 |
Seven H.P. Lovecraft Stories |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Science Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Howard Phillips Lovecraft, better known as H.P. Lovecraft, was an American author of horror, fantasy, poetry and science fiction, especially the subgenre known as weird fiction and many feel he is the acknowledged master of creepy, weird and unsettling stories. These are seven stories by Lovecraft that literally span his career; some being written when he was barely a teenager and one (The Shunned House) only published after he had died. Each story is unique and strange in it's own way but all of them come from the same mind that gave us the Cult of Cthulhu and other wonderful tales that generations now have enjoyed for their strangeness that resonates with our own inner fears. Some of these stories explore the depths of the human mind others the depths of human degradation and creepiness. I won't ruin the suspense by telling you which is which. Enjoy. Note that each story has a source E-link to the text for that story. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/seven-h-p-lovecraft-stories-by-h-p-lovecraft/ |
howard phillips lovecraft better known h p lovecraft american author horror fantasy poetry science fiction especially subgenre known weird fiction many feel acknowledged master creepy weird unsettling stories seven stories lovecraft literally span career written barely teenager one the shunned house published died story unique strange way come mind gave us cult cthulhu wonderful tales generations enjoyed strangeness resonates inner fears stories explore depths human mind others depths human degradation creepiness ruin suspense telling which enjoy note story source e link text story summary phil chenevert p |
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7223 |
7825 |
Enquiry Concerning the Principles of Morals |
David Hume |
Philosophy |
<br />David Hume, an eminent Scottish philosopher, historian, and essayist, explores the nature and foundation of Morals in this book, which was written as a popular summary of Book III in A Treatise of Human Nature. Hume states: “There has been a controversy started of late, much better worth examination, concerning the general foundation of Morals; whether they be derived from Reason, or from Sentiment; whether we attain the knowledge of them by a chain of argument and induction, or by an immediate feeling and finer internal sense; whether, like all sound judgement of truth and falsehood, they should be the same to every rational intelligent being; or whether, like the perception of beauty and deformity, they be founded entirely on the particular fabric and constitution of the human species.” (Excerpted from Section I – Of the General Principles of Morals) (Summary from the text and adapted from Wikipedia by lubee930) <br /><br /> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/enquiry-principles-morals-by-david-hume/ |
br david hume eminent scottish philosopher historian essayist explores nature foundation morals book written popular summary book iii treatise human nature hume states there controversy started late much better worth examination concerning general foundation morals whether derived reason sentiment whether attain knowledge chain argument induction immediate feeling finer internal sense whether like sound judgement truth falsehood every rational intelligent being whether like perception beauty deformity founded entirely particular fabric constitution human species excerpted section general principles morals summary text adapted wikipedia lubee930 br br |
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7224 |
7826 |
Windsor Castle, Book 3 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Historical Fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
<br />Book 3 - The History of the Castle. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) <br /><br />\n\n<strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 1</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/">Book 2</a> <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 4</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 5</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 6</a><br />\n<br /> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
br book 3 history castle focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary adapted wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 1 by william harrison ainsworth book 1 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 2 by william h ainsworth book 2 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 4 by william harrison ainsworth book 4 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 5 by william harrison ainsworth book 5 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 6 by william harrison ainsworth book 6 a br br |
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7827 |
Hand and Ring |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Widow Clemmens is struck down in her parlor while the town's legal professionals chat outside the courthouse down the street. An investigation is made and two equally plausible suspects are quickly unearthed. But is either guilty? And what role does the mysterious Miss Imogene Dare play in this drama? A classic Green mystery notable particularly for the extended courtroom scenes in the second half of the book. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/hand-and-ring-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
widow clemmens struck parlor town s legal professionals chat outside courthouse street investigation made two equally plausible suspects quickly unearthed either guilty role mysterious miss imogene dare play drama classic green mystery notable particularly extended courtroom scenes second half book summary richard kilmer p |
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7226 |
7828 |
Windsor Castle, Book 4 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Book 4 - Cardinal Wolsey. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) <br /><br />\n<strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 1</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/">Book 2</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 3</a> <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 5</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 6</a>\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
br book 4 cardinal wolsey focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary adapted wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 1 by william harrison ainsworth book 1 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 2 by william h ainsworth book 2 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 3 by william harrison ainsworth book 3 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 5 by william harrison ainsworth book 5 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 6 by william harrison ainsworth book 6 a br br |
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7227 |
7829 |
Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood |
George MacDonald |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
This delightful story begins in a little town called Marshmallows, where a young man, the new vicar, Harry Walton, has just arrived. As he begins his work Harry realizes that everything is not quite 'right' in his little parish and it all seems to center around Oldcastle Hall. As he wins the affection of the people secrets begin to unfold, and Harry Walton attempts to free them from guilt of the past, help them overcome pride and while he is at it, he falls in love with a woman whose past is the most mysterious yet, and whose tyrannical mother is the mistress of Oldcastle Hall.<br /><br /> This Is a wonderful, heartwarming romance and a unique mystery, told from the viewpoint of the young vicar. (Summary by Fiddlesticks ) <br /><br />The trilogy:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/annals-of-a-quiet-neighbourhood-by-george-macdonald/">Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/the-seaboard-parish-by-george-macdonald/">The Seaboard Parish</a><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/the-vicars-daughter-by-george-macdonald/">The Vicar's Daughter</a> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/annals-of-a-quiet-neighbourhood-by-george-macdonald/ |
delightful story begins little town called marshmallows young man new vicar harry walton arrived begins work harry realizes everything quite right little parish seems center around oldcastle hall wins affection people secrets begin unfold harry walton attempts free guilt past help overcome pride it falls love woman whose past mysterious yet whose tyrannical mother mistress oldcastle hall br br wonderful heartwarming romance unique mystery told viewpoint young vicar summary fiddlesticks br br the trilogy br a href https librivox org annals of a quiet neighbourhood by george macdonald annals quiet neighbourhood a br a href https librivox org the seaboard parish by george macdonald the seaboard parish a br a href http librivox org the vicars daughter by george macdonald the vicar s daughter a |
| 7289 |
8837 |
9462 |
Dave Dashaway and His Hydroplane |
Weldon Cobb |
Action & Adventure |
Never was there a more clever young aviator than Dave Dashaway. All up-to-date lads will surely wish to read about him. This second volume of the series shows how Dave continued his career as a birdman and had many adventures over the Great Lakes, and how he foiled the plans of some Canadian smugglers. (From the 1913 edition)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dashaway-and-his-hydroplane-by-roy-rockwood/ |
never clever young aviator dave dashaway up to date lads surely wish read him second volume series shows dave continued career birdman many adventures great lakes foiled plans canadian smugglers from 1913 edition p |
| 7290 |
7229 |
7831 |
Land of Frozen Suns |
Bertrand W. Sinclair |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Bertrand W. Sinclair was known for his novels which centered in and around the rugged and frozen terrain of Montana and later, British Columbia. The Land of Frozen Suns is primarily an action and adventure novel which takes place near the northern most reaches of British Columbia at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.</p>\nBob Sumner, after having been shanghaied onto a boat heading north up the Mississippi from his comfortable home town of St. Louis, is put to work on the "New Moon" and finds himself in the much less comfortable territory mentioned earlier, where he is forced to learn all about treachery, double-crossing, and finds his trust in fellow man questioned more often than he was accustomed to. At the same time, he finds himself needing to learn how to survive in an environment which seemed the antithesis to his old style of life. (Summary by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-land-of-the-frozen-suns-by-bertrand-w-sinclair/ |
bertrand w sinclair known novels centered around rugged frozen terrain montana later british columbia land frozen suns primarily action adventure novel takes place near northern reaches british columbia foothills rocky mountains p bob sumner shanghaied onto boat heading north mississippi comfortable home town st louis put work new moon finds much less comfortable territory mentioned earlier forced learn treachery double crossing finds trust fellow man questioned often accustomed to time finds needing learn survive environment seemed antithesis old style life summary roger melin p |
| 7291 |
7230 |
7832 |
Youth and the Bright Medusa, and The Troll Garden |
Willa Sibert Cather |
Westerns, Single Author Collections |
Youth And The Bright Medusa comprises eight short stories published in 1920. Four of them (The Sculptor’s Funeral; A Death In The Desert; A Wagner Matinee; Paul’s Case) are re-worked from an earlier collection, The Troll Garden, published in 1905. This Librivox recording contains in addition the three stories (Flavia And Her Artists; The Garden Lodge; The Marriage Of Phaedra) from that earlier work omitted in the later book. In other words, all the stories in both books are recorded here. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/youth-the-medusa-and-the-troll-garden-by-willa-cather/ |
youth bright medusa comprises eight short stories published 1920 four the sculptor s funeral death desert wagner matinee paul s case re worked earlier collection troll garden published 1905 librivox recording contains addition three stories flavia artists garden lodge marriage phaedra earlier work omitted later book words stories books recorded here summary david wales p |
| 7292 |
7231 |
7833 |
春の潮 (Haru no Ushio) |
Sachio Itō |
Romance |
「隣の嫁」の続編。千葉県北部の九十九里近くの農村が舞台。省作が養子に行ってから、隣の嫁のおとよは、実家に帰る。省作も、戻ってしまい、二人の間には、恋心が燃え上がる。しかし、またおとよに、縁談話が持ち上がる。おとよは、それを断るが、実家の父が大変怒りおとよは、苦しい毎日を送る。最後に二人の結婚は許され、省作は東京へ出て、おとよは2年待つことになる。<br><br>\n This is a succeeding story to 'Tonari no Yome' (The neighbor's wife). Otoyo (the neighbor's wife) left the neighbor and returned to her parents' home. Syosaku (the hero) also returns from the family he married into. They can't give up each other. Finally they are allowed to marry. Syosaku goes to Tokyo to get a job. Otoyo will wait for 2 years. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/haru-no-ushio-by-sachio-ito/ |
隣の嫁 の続編 千葉県北部の九十九里近くの農村が舞台 省作が養子に行ってから 隣の嫁のおとよは 実家に帰る 省作も 戻ってしまい 二人の間には 恋心が燃え上がる しかし またおとよに 縁談話が持ち上がる おとよは それを断るが 実家の父が大変怒りおとよは 苦しい毎日を送る 最後に二人の結婚は許され 省作は東京へ出て おとよは2年待つことになる br br succeeding story tonari yome the neighbor s wife otoyo the neighbor s wife left neighbor returned parents home syosaku the hero also returns family married into can t give other finally allowed marry syosaku goes tokyo get job otoyo wait 2 years summary ekzemplaro p |
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7232 |
7834 |
Our Little Korean Cousin |
Henry Lee Mitchell Pike |
Children's Fiction |
This book is one of a series that aims at describing other cultures to children in an entertaining way that honors the culture, educates the child and keeps their minds open to the possibility of other people living wonderful lives in far off places. "Until very recently little has been known of the strange land in which the subject of this tale lives. Recent events have done much to introduce Korea and its people to the world at large. For this reason the story of Yung Pak's youthful days may be the more interesting to his Western cousins. These are stirring times in Korea, and it may safely be prophesied that the little Koreans of the present day will occupy a larger place in the world's history than have their fathers and grandfathers. Their bright eyes are now turned toward the light, and, under the uplifting influences of education and civilization, the old superstitions and antique customs are bound to give way. ...This little volume gives just a glimpse into the mode of life, the habits and customs, the traditions and superstitions, of the Koreans. If it awakens an interest in the minds of its young readers, and inspires them with a desire for further knowledge of their cousins in this far Eastern land, its purpose will be well served."\n(Summary by Phil Chenevert; quote from the Preface) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-korean-cousin-by-henry-lee-mitchell-pike/ |
book one series aims describing cultures children entertaining way honors culture educates child keeps minds open possibility people living wonderful lives far places until recently little known strange land subject tale lives recent events done much introduce korea people world large reason story yung pak s youthful days may interesting western cousins stirring times korea may safely prophesied little koreans present day occupy larger place world s history fathers grandfathers bright eyes turned toward light and uplifting influences education civilization old superstitions antique customs bound give way this little volume gives glimpse mode life habits customs traditions superstitions koreans awakens interest minds young readers inspires desire knowledge cousins far eastern land purpose well served summary phil chenevert quote preface p |
| 7294 |
7233 |
7835 |
Mary Frances Knitting and Crocheting Book |
Jane Eayre Fryer |
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies |
Mary Frances is a little girl whose Aunt Maria intends to teach her to knit and crochet, but she's very strict and demanding. It's a good thing the Knitting People are around to help Mary Frances out! This book includes real patterns which can be knit and crocheted for dolls and children. (Summary by wildemoose) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-mary-frances-knitting-and-crocheting-book-by-jane-eayre-fryer/ |
mary frances little girl whose aunt maria intends teach knit crochet strict demanding good thing knitting people around help mary frances out book includes real patterns knit crocheted dolls children summary wildemoose |
| 7295 |
7234 |
7836 |
Ghost Pirates |
William Hope Hodgson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Ghost Pirates is a powerful account of a doomed and haunted ship on its last voyage, and of the terrible sea-devils (of quasi-human aspect, and perhaps the spirits of bygone buccaneers) that besiege it and finally drag it down to an unknown fate. With its command of maritime knowledge, and its clever selection of hints and incidents suggestive of latent horrors in nature, this book at times reaches enviable peaks of power. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-pirates-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
ghost pirates powerful account doomed haunted ship last voyage terrible sea devils of quasi human aspect perhaps spirits bygone buccaneers besiege finally drag unknown fate command maritime knowledge clever selection hints incidents suggestive latent horrors nature book times reaches enviable peaks power summary wikipedia p |
| 7296 |
8838 |
9463 |
My Doves |
Louisa May Alcott |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you eleven readings of My Doves, by Louisa May Alcott. This was the fortnightly poem for December 21, 2014 - January 4, 2015 - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-doves-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
librivox volunteers bring eleven readings doves louisa may alcott fortnightly poem december 21 2014 january 4 2015 summary rachel p |
| 7297 |
7235 |
7837 |
Pushing to the Front |
Orison Swett Marden |
Psychology, Self-Help, Modern |
<br />Published in 1894, this is the first book by the renowned inspirational author, Dr. Orison Swett Marden. <em>Pushing to the Front</em> is the product of many years of hard work, and marks a turning point in the life of Dr. Marden. He rewrote it following an accidental fire that brought the five-thousand-plus page manuscript to flames. It went on to become the most popular personal-development book of its time, and is a timeless classic in its genre. Filled with stories of success, triumph and the surmounting of difficulties, it is especially well-targeted at the adolescent or young adult. It is a book to inspire the reader towards a noble sense of integrity, a strong moral foundation, and solid, enduring self-discipline to let the reader put each foot forward as the leader they are meant to be. (Summary by Luke Sartor) <br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/pushing-to-the-front-by-orison-swett-marden/ |
br published 1894 first book renowned inspirational author dr orison swett marden em pushing front em product many years hard work marks turning point life dr marden rewrote following accidental fire brought five thousand plus page manuscript flames went become popular personal development book time timeless classic genre filled stories success triumph surmounting difficulties especially well targeted adolescent young adult book inspire reader towards noble sense integrity strong moral foundation solid enduring self discipline let reader put foot forward leader meant be summary luke sartor br br |
| 7298 |
7236 |
7838 |
Comet and Other Verses |
Irving Sydney Dix |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Poetry |
A few years ago, while recovering from an illness, I conceived the idea of writing some reminiscent lines on country life in the Wayne Highlands. And during the interval of a few days I produced some five hundred couplets,—a few good, some bad and many indifferent—and such speed would of necessity invite the indifferent. A portion of these lines were published in 1907. However, I had hoped to revise and republish them, with additions of the same type, at a later date as a souvenir volume of verses for those who spend the summer months among these hills—as well as for the home-fast inhabitants. But in substituting the following collection of verses I hope my judgment will be confirmed by those who chance to read these simple stanzas of one, who— \n\n"Loves not man the less, but Nature more \nFrom those our interviews, in which I steal \nFrom all I may be or have been before, \nTo mingle with the Universe and feel \nWhat I can ne'er express, yet cannot all conceal." \n\n(Summary by Irving Sydney Dix)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-comet-and-other-verses-by-irving-sydney-dix/ |
years ago recovering illness conceived idea writing reminiscent lines country life wayne highlands interval days produced five hundred couplets a good bad many indifferent and speed would necessity invite indifferent portion lines published 1907 however hoped revise republish them additions type later date souvenir volume verses spend summer months among hills as well home fast inhabitants substituting following collection verses hope judgment confirmed chance read simple stanzas one who loves man less nature interviews steal may before mingle universe feel ne er express yet cannot conceal summary irving sydney dix p |
| 7299 |
7237 |
7839 |
Humorous Ghost Stories |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Includes: An introduction by Dorothy Scarborough -- The Canterville ghost / by Oscar Wilde -- The ghost-extinguisher / by Gelett Burgess -- "Dey ain't no ghosts" / by Ellis Parker Butler -- The transferred ghost / by Frank R. Stockton -- The mummy's foot / Théophile Gautier -- The rival ghosts / Brander Matthews -- The water ghost of Harrowby Hall / by John Kendrick Bangs -- Back from that bourne / Anonymous -- The ghost-ship / by Richard Middleton -- The transplanted ghost / by Wallace Irwin -- The last ghost in Harmony / by Nelson LLoyd -- The ghost of Miser Brimpson / by Eden Phillpotts -- The haunted photograph / by Ruth McEnery Stuart -- The ghost that got the button / by Will Adams -- The specter bridegroom / by Washington Irving -- The specter of Tappington / compiled by Richard Barham -- In the barn / by Burges Johnson -- A shady plot / by Elsie Brown -- The lady and the ghost / by Rose Cecil O'Neill. (Summary by Sarah Engracia Parshall)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/humorous-ghost-stories-by-dorothy-scarborough/ |
includes introduction dorothy scarborough canterville ghost oscar wilde ghost extinguisher gelett burgess dey ain t ghosts ellis parker butler transferred ghost frank r stockton mummy s foot théophile gautier rival ghosts brander matthews water ghost harrowby hall john kendrick bangs back bourne anonymous ghost ship richard middleton transplanted ghost wallace irwin last ghost harmony nelson lloyd ghost miser brimpson eden phillpotts haunted photograph ruth mcenery stuart ghost got button adams specter bridegroom washington irving specter tappington compiled richard barham barn burges johnson shady plot elsie brown lady ghost rose cecil o neill summary sarah engracia parshall p |
| 7300 |
7238 |
7840 |
Outdoor Chums in the Big Woods |
Captain Quincy Allen |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
“That looks like a challenge, Frank.” “It was well fired, at any rate, Bluff!” “I should say yes, because it knocked my hat clear off my head. Do we stand for that sort of thing, or shall we accept the dare?” “There are half a dozen and more of the enemy against four Outdoor Chums, but what of that? This is the first snow of the fall, with a real tang in the air. Say yes, Frank, and let’s get busy!” “Here are Bluff and Jerry ready to eat up that crowd in a snowball fight. What do you say, Will?” “Oh, count me in, because I can see they’re just spoiling for it!” exclaimed the fourth boy in the party, who did not look quite so hardy as his comrades, although no weakling. “Well, I should think it’d be a shame to miss it, when the snow is just soft enough to handle easily,” and Jerry Wellington held up a big round ball he had quickly manipulated in his practiced hands. “That settles it. Everybody get busy making a supply of ammunition. Then we’ll charge their line, and give them as good as they send!” (Summary by Author in Chapter 1 - The Snowball Battle) <p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-outdoor-chums-in-the-big-woods-by-edward-stratemeyer/ |
that looks like challenge frank it well fired rate bluff i say yes knocked hat clear head stand sort thing shall accept dare there half dozen enemy four outdoor chums that first snow fall real tang air say yes frank let s get busy here bluff jerry ready eat crowd snowball fight say will oh count in see they re spoiling it exclaimed fourth boy party look quite hardy comrades although weakling well think it d shame miss it snow soft enough handle easily jerry wellington held big round ball quickly manipulated practiced hands that settles it everybody get busy making supply ammunition we ll charge line give good send summary author chapter 1 snowball battle p |
| 7301 |
9657 |
10293 |
Christmas Books |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
From 1843 to 1848, Charles Dickens wrote a series of five novellas to be published at Christmas. Most people are familiar with the first, "A Christmas Carol." The others are "The Chimes," "The Cricket on the Hearth," "The Battle of Life," and "The Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain." - Summary by Brad Filippone</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-books-by-charles-dickens/ |
1843 1848 charles dickens wrote series five novellas published christmas people familiar first a christmas carol others the chimes the cricket hearth the battle life the haunted man ghost s bargain summary brad filippone p |
| 7302 |
7239 |
7841 |
Conscientious Deacon |
Vachel Lindsay |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of <i>The Conscientious Deacon</i> by Vachel Lindsay. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 5th, 2013.<br /><br />Vachel Lindsay described this poem as "a song to be syncopated as you please". According to Wikipedia he is considered the father of modern singing poetry (as he referred to it) in which verses are meant to be sung or chanted. His extensive correspondence with the poet Yeats details his intentions to revive the musical qualities in poetry as had been practised by the ancient Greeks. (Introduction by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-conscientious-deacon-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings i the conscientious deacon i vachel lindsay weekly poetry project may 5th 2013 br br vachel lindsay described poem a song syncopated please according wikipedia considered father modern singing poetry as referred it verses meant sung chanted extensive correspondence poet yeats details intentions revive musical qualities poetry practised ancient greeks introduction ruth golding br br |
| 7303 |
7240 |
7842 |
Hillside Thaw |
Robert Frost |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of <i>The Hillside Thaw</i> by Robert Frost. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 5th, 2013.<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-hillside-thaw-by-robert-frost/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings i the hillside thaw i robert frost fortnightly poetry project may 5th 2013 br br |
| 7304 |
7241 |
7843 |
Astounding Stories 02, February 1930 |
Hugh B. Cave |
Science Fiction |
This is the second issue of the classic science fiction Astounding Magazine. It contains the finale of The Beetle Horde by Victor Rousseau, as well as stories by Harl Vincent, Charles Willard Diffin, Hugh B. Cave, Sophie Wenzel Ellis, Sterner St. Paul, Anthony Pelcher and Captain S. P. Meek. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd ) </p>\n |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-02-february-1930-by-various/ |
second issue classic science fiction astounding magazine contains finale beetle horde victor rousseau well stories harl vincent charles willard diffin hugh b cave sophie wenzel ellis sterner st paul anthony pelcher captain s p meek summary alan winterrowd p |
| 7305 |
7242 |
7844 |
Rural Rides |
William Cobbett |
Essays & Short Works |
William Cobbett: 1763-1835 English farmer, journalist and politician. His book Rural Rides collects together the articles published in his Political Register between 1822 and 1826, reflecting conditions of farmers and labourers in the English countryside, together with his views on the necessary actions for remedy and the shortcomings of government in this regard. Although this sounds amazingly dry, his forthright personality, original views and conversational tone, as well as the startling relevance of many of his topics to current political and social issues, give Rural Rides the immediacy and liveliness of a 19th century blog. (Summary by fbtoast)</p> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/rural-rides-by-william-cobbett/ |
william cobbett 1763 1835 english farmer journalist politician book rural rides collects together articles published political register 1822 1826 reflecting conditions farmers labourers english countryside together views necessary actions remedy shortcomings government regard although sounds amazingly dry forthright personality original views conversational tone well startling relevance many topics current political social issues give rural rides immediacy liveliness 19th century blog summary fbtoast p |
| 7306 |
7243 |
7845 |
Davy and the Goblin |
Charles Edward Carryl |
Action & Adventure |
Eight-year-old Davy reads Lewis Carroll's novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and begins to get very sleepy. Suddenly a goblin appears in the fire and takes Davy on a "believing voyage" much like Alice's own adventures in Wonderland, where he meets many characters from fantasy and literature. (Summary by ElleyKat)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/davy-and-the-goblin-by-charles-edward-carryl/ |
eight year old davy reads lewis carroll s novel alice s adventures wonderland begins get sleepy suddenly goblin appears fire takes davy believing voyage much like alice s adventures wonderland meets many characters fantasy literature summary elleykat p |
| 7307 |
7244 |
7846 |
English Governess at the Siamese Court |
Anna Harriette Leonowens |
History , Memoirs |
In 1862 Anna Leonowens accepted an offer made by the Siamese consul in Singapore, Tan Kim Ching, to teach the wives and children of Mongkut, king of Siam. The king wished to give his 39 wives and concubines and 82 children a modern Western education on scientific secular lines, which earlier missionaries’ wives had not provided. Leonowens sent her daughter Avis to school in England, and took her son Louis with her to Bangkok. She succeeded Dan Beach Bradley, an American missionary, as teacher to the Siamese court. <br /><br />Leonowens served at court until 1867, a period of nearly six years, first as a teacher and later as language secretary for the king. Although her position carried great respect and even a degree of political influence, she did not find the terms and conditions of her employment to her satisfaction, and came to be regarded by the king himself as a rather difficult woman. <br /><br />In 1868 Leonowens was on leave for her health in England and had been negotiating a return to the court on better terms when Mongkut fell ill and died. The king mentioned Leonowens and her son in his will, though they did not receive the legacy. The new monarch, fifteen-year-old Chulalongkorn, who succeeded his father, wrote Leonowens a warm letter of thanks for her services. <br /><br />By 1869 Leonowens was in New York, and began contributing travel articles to a Boston journal, Atlantic Monthly, including ‘The Favorite of the Harem’, reviewed by the New York Times as ‘an Eastern love story, having apparently a strong basis of truth’. She expanded her articles into two volumes of memoirs, beginning with The English Governess at the Siamese Court (1870), which earned her immediate fame but also brought charges of sensationalism. In her writing she casts a critical eye over court life; the account is not always a flattering one, and has become the subject of controversy in Thailand; she has also been accused of exaggerating her influence with the king. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-english-governess-at-the-siamese-court-by-anna-h-leonowens/ |
1862 anna leonowens accepted offer made siamese consul singapore tan kim ching teach wives children mongkut king siam king wished give 39 wives concubines 82 children modern western education scientific secular lines earlier missionaries wives provided leonowens sent daughter avis school england took son louis bangkok succeeded dan beach bradley american missionary teacher siamese court br br leonowens served court 1867 period nearly six years first teacher later language secretary king although position carried great respect even degree political influence find terms conditions employment satisfaction came regarded king rather difficult woman br br in 1868 leonowens leave health england negotiating return court better terms mongkut fell ill died king mentioned leonowens son will though receive legacy new monarch fifteen year old chulalongkorn succeeded father wrote leonowens warm letter thanks services br br by 1869 leonowens new york began contributing travel articles boston journal atlantic monthly including the favorite harem reviewed new york times an eastern love story apparently strong basis truth expanded articles two volumes memoirs beginning english governess siamese court 1870 earned immediate fame also brought charges sensationalism writing casts critical eye court life account always flattering one become subject controversy thailand also accused exaggerating influence king summary wikipedia p |
| 7308 |
7245 |
7847 |
Misalliance |
George Bernard Shaw |
Plays |
Misalliance, a 1910 play by George Bernard Shaw, is an ironic examination of the romantic entanglements of a varied group of people gathered at a wealthy man's country home on a summer weekend. Most of the romantic interest centers on the host's daughter, Hypatia Tarleton, a typical Shaw heroine who exemplifies his lifelong theory that in courtship, women are the relentless pursuers and men the apprehensively pursued. Hypatia is the daughter of newly-wealthy John Tarleton who made his fortune in the unglamorous but lucrative underwear business. She is fed up with the stuffy conventions that surround her and with the hyperactive talk of the men in her life. Hypatia is engaged to Bentley Summerhays, an intellectually bright but emotionally underdeveloped aristocrat. Hypatia is restless with her engagement as the play starts, even as it is revealed she has also had a proposal of engagement from her betrothed's father, Lord Summerhays. She longs for some adventure to drop out of the sky, and it does: an aircraft crashes through the roof of the conservatory. The plane's passengers, a handsome young pilot and a Polish acrobat, shake up the house party considerably. (Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett)<br /><br />\n<strong>Cast</strong><br />\nJohnny Tarleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8459">Sean Daley</a><br />\nBentley Summerhays: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />\nHypatia Tarleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br />\nMrs. Tarleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br />\nLord Summerhays: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nTarleton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br />\nJoey Percival: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />\nLina Szczepanowska/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMr. Gunner/Julius Baker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H. Dolbier</a><br /><br />\n<strong>Audio editing:</strong> Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/misalliance-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
misalliance 1910 play george bernard shaw ironic examination romantic entanglements varied group people gathered wealthy man s country home summer weekend romantic interest centers host s daughter hypatia tarleton typical shaw heroine exemplifies lifelong theory courtship women relentless pursuers men apprehensively pursued hypatia daughter newly wealthy john tarleton made fortune unglamorous lucrative underwear business fed stuffy conventions surround hyperactive talk men life hypatia engaged bentley summerhays intellectually bright emotionally underdeveloped aristocrat hypatia restless engagement play starts even revealed also proposal engagement betrothed s father lord summerhays longs adventure drop sky does aircraft crashes roof conservatory plane s passengers handsome young pilot polish acrobat shake house party considerably summary wikipedia elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br johnny tarleton a href http librivox org reader 8459 sean daley a br bentley summerhays a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br hypatia tarleton a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs tarleton a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br lord summerhays a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br tarleton a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br joey percival a href http librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br lina szczepanowska narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mr gunner julius baker a href http librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br br strong audio editing strong elizabeth klett p |
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7246 |
7848 |
Whither Thou Goest |
William Le Queux |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
The Earl of Saxham was vastly annoyed when his son, Guy, fell in love with a “penniless nobody,” and announced that he would marry her against all opposition. He determined to separate the lovers; to which end he persuaded an influential friend in the Foreign Office to secure an appointment for Guy in the Embassy at Madrid. He little knew that he was sending his son into the centre of a hotbed of anarchism, that Guy’s footsteps were to be dogged by a vindictive and revengeful woman, that his life was to hold many a thrilling moment and not a few narrow escapes. (Summary from the Prologue of the book)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/whither-thou-goest-by-william-le-queux/ |
earl saxham vastly annoyed son guy fell love penniless nobody announced would marry opposition determined separate lovers end persuaded influential friend foreign office secure appointment guy embassy madrid little knew sending son centre hotbed anarchism guy s footsteps dogged vindictive revengeful woman life hold many thrilling moment narrow escapes summary prologue book p |
| 7310 |
7247 |
7849 |
Jeanne D'Arc, de Maagd van Orléans |
Henri Emile Koopmans van Boekeren |
Biography & Autobiography |
Een historisch overzicht van het leven van Jeanne D'Arc: haar wapenfeiten, haar proces dat leidde tot de brandstapel en haar latere rehabilitatie en zaligverklaring. Dit boek werd uitgegeven in 1916. In 1920 werd Jeanne D'Arc heilig verklaard. (Samenvatting door Bart de Leeuw)</p> |
Dutch |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/jeanne-darc-de-maagd-van-orleans-by-henri-emile-koopmans-van-boekeren/ |
een historisch overzicht van het leven van jeanne d arc haar wapenfeiten haar proces dat leidde tot de brandstapel en haar latere rehabilitatie en zaligverklaring dit boek werd uitgegeven 1916 1920 werd jeanne d arc heilig verklaard samenvatting door bart de leeuw p |
| 7311 |
7248 |
7850 |
Uncle Wiggily in the Woods |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
Howard Garis, one of the most prolific children's writers of the 20th century, is credited with writing over 1500 Uncle Wiggily stories. In this collection, the loveable old rabbit stays close to home and visits woodland friends. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggily-in-the-woods-by-howard-r-garis/ |
howard garis one prolific children s writers 20th century credited writing 1500 uncle wiggily stories collection loveable old rabbit stays close home visits woodland friends summary lynne thompson p |
| 7312 |
7249 |
7851 |
Iron Horse |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Children's Fiction |
“Is that your bundle, sir?” repeated Mr Blunt a little louder. “Eh? yes, yes—all right,” replied Edwin, annoyed at the interruption, and thinking only of Emma Lee, to whom he turned, and went on—“Well, when Colonel Jones had scaled the first wall—” “Come, sir,” said Blunt, entering the carriage, and laying his hand on Edwin’s shoulder, “it’s not all right. This is another man’s property.” The youth turned round indignantly, and, with a flushed countenance, said, “What do you mean?” “I mean that you are travelling with another man’s property,” said Blunt, quietly pointing to the strapped rug. “That is not my property,” said Edwin, looking at it with a perplexed air, “I never said it was.” “Didn’t you though?” exclaimed Blunt, with an appealing look to the captain. “Didn’t you say, when I asked you, ‘Yes, it’s all right.’ Moreover, young man, if it’s not yours, why did you bring it into the carriage with you?” “I did not bring it into the carriage,” said Edwin, firmly, and with increasing indignation. “I came down to this train with a lady, who is now in it, and who can vouch for it that I brought no luggage of any kind with me. I—” (Summary by Author)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-iron-horse-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
is bundle sir repeated mr blunt little louder eh yes yes all right replied edwin annoyed interruption thinking emma lee turned went on well colonel jones scaled first wall come sir said blunt entering carriage laying hand edwin s shoulder it s right another man s property youth turned round indignantly and flushed countenance said what mean i mean travelling another man s property said blunt quietly pointing strapped rug that property said edwin looking perplexed air i never said was didn t though exclaimed blunt appealing look captain didn t say asked you yes it s right moreover young man it s yours bring carriage you i bring carriage said edwin firmly increasing indignation i came train lady it vouch brought luggage kind me i summary author p |
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7250 |
7852 |
Half-Past Bedtime - Version 2 |
H. H. Bashford |
Literary Fiction |
The wonderful adventures of Marian after she meets the strange Mr. Jugg. "And who are you, Mr Jugg?" she inquired. "I'm the King of the Bumpies," he replied. When Marian was puzzled there came a little straight line, exactly in the middle, between her two eyebrows. "What are bumpies?" she said. "My hat!" he gasped. "Haven't you ever heard of bumpies?" Marian shook her head. "Oh dear, oh dear!" he sighed. "Have you ever heard of angels?" "Well, of course," said Marian. "Everybody's heard of angels." "Well then, bumpies," said Mr Jugg, "are baby angels. They're called bumpies till they've learned to fly." "I see," said Marian, "but why are they called bumpies?" "Because they bump," said Mr Jugg, "not knowing how." (Summary by Phil Chenevert )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/half-past-bedtime-1-by-h-h-bashford/ |
wonderful adventures marian meets strange mr jugg and you mr jugg inquired i m king bumpies replied marian puzzled came little straight line exactly middle two eyebrows what bumpies said my hat gasped haven t ever heard bumpies marian shook head oh dear oh dear sighed have ever heard angels well course said marian everybody s heard angels well then bumpies said mr jugg are baby angels they re called bumpies till they ve learned fly i see said marian but called bumpies because bump said mr jugg not knowing how summary phil chenevert p |
| 7314 |
7251 |
7853 |
Double: A Petersburg Poem |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1900 onward |
This is the story of a mild-mannered civil servant, Mr. Golyadkin, who begins to see his "doppelganger" appearing in his life (at work, in society, etc). This "double" has all the qualities that the protagonist lacks. His "double" bullies and persecutes him, slowly taking his place in the world. As the story progresses what could have been a true "double" is revealed to the reader as being Mr. Golyadkin's own mind splitting from reality. It is a haunting and tragic tale. (Summary by Greg Giordano) <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-double-a-petersburg-poem-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
story mild mannered civil servant mr golyadkin begins see doppelganger appearing life at work society etc double qualities protagonist lacks double bullies persecutes him slowly taking place world story progresses could true double revealed reader mr golyadkin s mind splitting reality haunting tragic tale summary greg giordano p |
| 7315 |
7252 |
7854 |
Eudemian Ethics |
Aristotle |
Ancient |
Eudemian Ethics (Greek: ΗΘΙΚΩΝ ΕΥΔΗΜΙΩΝ Latin: ETHICA EUDEMIA) discusses topics including virtue, friendship, happiness and God. It is believed to have been written before Nicomachean Ethics and to be named after Eudemus of Rhodes. Books IV, V, and VI of Eudemian Ethics are identical to books V, VI, and VII of Nicomachean Ethics and are excluded from this translation. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/eudemian-ethics-by-aristotle/ |
eudemian ethics greek ηθικων ευδημιων latin ethica eudemia discusses topics including virtue friendship happiness god believed written nicomachean ethics named eudemus rhodes books iv v vi eudemian ethics identical books v vi vii nicomachean ethics excluded translation summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 7316 |
7253 |
7855 |
Pony Rider Boys in the Grand Canyon |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haaww! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again. The boys are back home, but as they are chopping wood, it is decided that they need a new adventure out west. Mr. Perkin's, Walter's dad, has suggested the Grand Canyon. So, meeting Professor Zepplin on the way, they set out on the train for Arizona. (Summary by Ann Boulais)<br/><br/>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-mexico-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in New Mexico</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-with-the-texas-rangers-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers</a></br>\n<br/><br/> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-grand-canyon-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haaww pony rider boys move again boys back home chopping wood decided need new adventure west mr perkin s walter s dad suggested grand canyon so meeting professor zepplin way set train arizona summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys in new mexico by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys new mexico a br next book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys with the texas rangers by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys texas rangers a br br br |
| 7317 |
7254 |
7856 |
Because I Could Not Stop For Death |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Because I Could Not Stop For Death by Emily Dickinson. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 12, 2013.<br><br>Despite Dickinson's prolific writing, fewer than a dozen of her poems were published during her lifetime. After her younger sister Lavinia discovered the collection of nearly eighteen hundred poems, Dickinson's first volume was published four years after her death. Until the 1955 publication of Dickinson's Complete Poems by Thomas H. Johnson, her poems were considerably edited and altered from their manuscript versions. Since 1890 Dickinson has remained continuously in print. (Summary by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/because-i-could-not-stop-for-death-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings could stop death emily dickinson weekly poetry project may 12 2013 br br despite dickinson s prolific writing fewer dozen poems published lifetime younger sister lavinia discovered collection nearly eighteen hundred poems dickinson s first volume published four years death 1955 publication dickinson s complete poems thomas h johnson poems considerably edited altered manuscript versions since 1890 dickinson remained continuously print summary wikipedia p |
| 7318 |
7255 |
7857 |
Ontario Public School Geography |
Unknown |
General, Reference |
This Ontario Public School textbook, published in 1922, contains some fascinating facts of a world which no longer exists. It seems politically incorrect in some of its descriptions by modern day standards. (Summary by David Lawrence)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ontario-public-school-geography-2/ |
ontario public school textbook published 1922 contains fascinating facts world longer exists seems politically incorrect descriptions modern day standards summary david lawrence p |
| 7319 |
7256 |
7858 |
Mystery of the Sea |
Bram Stoker |
|
Mystery of the Sea is a novel with elements of adventure, supernatural and romance. Archie Hunter goes on a holiday to relax but finds he sees unusual things like spirits and ghosts. An old woman claims she sees them too and that they are both seers. She convinces Archie to help her solve the mystery of the sea. (Summary by Kristel Tretter) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-sea-by-bram-stoker/ |
mystery sea novel elements adventure supernatural romance archie hunter goes holiday relax finds sees unusual things like spirits ghosts old woman claims sees seers convinces archie help solve mystery sea summary kristel tretter p |
| 7320 |
7257 |
7859 |
Samuel the Seeker |
Upton Sinclair |
General Fiction |
What would happen to you if you tried to make your way in the world believing all the clear, simple things you had ever been taught growing up? Here we have one response to that question, a commentary by the great novelist, journalist and political activist Upton Sinclair, on what we are to encounter as we make our way in this world we live in. It is set against the backdrop of its time (about a hundred years ago) and place (a capitalist microcosm called "Lockmanville" in upstate New York) and the viewpoint of its author. Young Samuel Prescott, having been robbed penniless, encounters the expected cast of characters, from the fiendish and jaded Capitalists to the sainted Socialists, with the righteous religious and the purchased politicians and police along the way, all perched upon the backs and shoulders of the poor and the powerless. But we can all find ourselves in here somewhere, and seek for the truth and the way forward. (Summary by D Pranitis) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/samuel-the-seeker-by-upton-sinclair/ |
would happen tried make way world believing clear simple things ever taught growing up one response question commentary great novelist journalist political activist upton sinclair encounter make way world live in set backdrop time about hundred years ago place a capitalist microcosm called lockmanville upstate new york viewpoint author young samuel prescott robbed penniless encounters expected cast characters fiendish jaded capitalists sainted socialists righteous religious purchased politicians police along way perched upon backs shoulders poor powerless find somewhere seek truth way forward summary pranitis p |
| 7321 |
7258 |
7860 |
Manchester Man |
Isabella Varley Banks |
Historical Fiction |
<br />Jabez Clegg, the Manchester man, floats into this historical novel in 1799, carried downstream by the River Irk in flood. Jabez's rise to commercial success mirrors the rise of the city at the heart of the industrial revolution. Mrs George Linnaeus Banks (nee Isabella Varley) weaves a web of historical fact and fiction in a fast-paced story built around the rivalry between the Jabez and his nemesis Laurence Aspinall, and the fate of Augusta Ashton, who is loved by both but loves only one. An entertaining fictional journey through the early 19th century history of the city of Manchester, the book also has serious points to make about women's choices and domestic violence. (Summary by Phil Benson) <br /><br /> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/manchester-man-by-isabella-varley-banks/ |
br jabez clegg manchester man floats historical novel 1799 carried downstream river irk flood jabez s rise commercial success mirrors rise city heart industrial revolution mrs george linnaeus banks nee isabella varley weaves web historical fact fiction fast paced story built around rivalry jabez nemesis laurence aspinall fate augusta ashton loved loves one entertaining fictional journey early 19th century history city manchester book also serious points make women s choices domestic violence summary phil benson br br |
| 7322 |
9548 |
10183 |
War Surgery - From Firing Line to Base |
Henry Stanley Banks |
War & Military, Medical |
<p>One of the first volumes dedicated to systematized medical treatment of soldiers in modern warfare, including a chapter on specific care for airmen, by British doctors who served on the front lines of WWI. Graphic descriptions (and images in the source book) of war wounds are not for the weak of heart. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p>\n\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/war-surgery-by-basil-hughes/ |
p one first volumes dedicated systematized medical treatment soldiers modern warfare including chapter specific care airmen british doctors served front lines wwi graphic descriptions and images source book war wounds weak heart summary bellonatimes p |
| 7323 |
7259 |
7861 |
Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Chatterer the Red Squirrel finds himself in trouble again and is forced to abandon his old home. As the search for a new home begins, Chatterer's curiosity gets the better of him and a moment of carelessness causes him to stumble into a far different home than he ever imagined. This book is Thornton W. Burgess at his best as he captures the personalities and behaviors of the animals in the Green Forest delightfully well and tells a story of mischievousness and unexpected friendship. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-chatterer-the-red-squirel-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
chatterer red squirrel finds trouble forced abandon old home search new home begins chatterer s curiosity gets better moment carelessness causes stumble far different home ever imagined book thornton w burgess best captures personalities behaviors animals green forest delightfully well tells story mischievousness unexpected friendship summary jill engle p |
| 7324 |
7260 |
7862 |
Life of Benjamin Franklin |
Samuel G Goodrich |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>This little book was intended for the education of school children and includes tales, sketches and anecdotes of his life written for the children of the mid 1800's and written in the English languge of that period. Each chapter has numerous questions intended for the the reader or the teacher to quiz themselves to see if they gathered the pertinent information. The quiz questions will not be recorded. Also part of this book are numerous short essays written by Franklin on various topics. These entertaining and insightful samples occupy sections 17 through 27. (Summary by phil chenevert) </p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-benjamin-franklin-by-samuel-g-goodrich/ |
p this little book intended education school children includes tales sketches anecdotes life written children mid 1800 s written english languge period chapter numerous questions intended reader teacher quiz see gathered pertinent information quiz questions recorded also part book numerous short essays written franklin various topics entertaining insightful samples occupy sections 17 27 summary phil chenevert p |
| 7325 |
7261 |
7863 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 030 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p><br />Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include botany, dreams, farming, history, literature, nature, and religion. (summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-030-by-various/ |
p br twenty short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include botany dreams farming history literature nature religion summary sue anderson p |
| 7326 |
7262 |
7864 |
Macdermots of Ballycloran |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This is the story of the Macdermots of Ballycloran the story is about the tragic demise of a landowning family. Larry Macdermot lives in a dilapidated mansion in Co. Leitrim, whose mortgage to Joe Flannelly he cannot keep up. Enmity between the Macdermot and Flannelly families is sharpened by son Thady's having declined to marry Joe Flannelly's daughter, Sally. Macdermot's daughter, Feemy, is herself seduced by the locally hated English police officer, Captain Myles Ussher. This was Trollope's first published novel, which he began in September 1843 and completed by June 1845. However, it was not published until 1847. (Summary by Michele Eaton)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-macdermots-of-ballycloran-by-anthony-trollope/ |
story macdermots ballycloran story tragic demise landowning family larry macdermot lives dilapidated mansion co leitrim whose mortgage joe flannelly cannot keep up enmity macdermot flannelly families sharpened son thady s declined marry joe flannelly s daughter sally macdermot s daughter feemy seduced locally hated english police officer captain myles ussher trollope s first published novel began september 1843 completed june 1845 however published 1847 summary michele eaton p |
| 7327 |
7263 |
7865 |
I Was a Teen-Age Secret Weapon |
Richard Sabia |
Science Fiction |
Poor Dolliver Wims is a terribly misunderstood teen age boy from the backwoods. Is he mean or evil? Quite the opposite: He does nothing wrong, hurts no one and wants only to be liked and to help, yet he seems to be blamed for every accident that ever happens to anyone in the University research facility where he 'works' as a porter. Why does disaster seem to swirl around him like a tornado whips around it's eye. He never is hurt in the slightest way while others slash themselves with previously innocent knives, are smashed by falling bookcases that had no cause to fall, and are shot by guns that are safely tucked away. And of course when he enters the army, with it's concentrated availability of destructive equipment, the situation only seems to get worse. Why? Listen to this delightful tale of future wars and a secret weapon named Dolliver Wims and how he may be the key to world peace. Or perhaps it's the other way around .... (Summary by Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/i-was-a-teen-age-secret-weapon-by-richard-sabia/ |
poor dolliver wims terribly misunderstood teen age boy backwoods mean evil quite opposite nothing wrong hurts one wants liked help yet seems blamed every accident ever happens anyone university research facility works porter disaster seem swirl around like tornado whips around eye never hurt slightest way others slash previously innocent knives smashed falling bookcases cause fall shot guns safely tucked away course enters army concentrated availability destructive equipment situation seems get worse why listen delightful tale future wars secret weapon named dolliver wims may key world peace perhaps way around summary phil chenevert p |
| 7328 |
7264 |
7866 |
Dodo's Daughter |
E. F. Benson |
General Fiction |
The second in the "Dodo" sequence of novels. (Summary by Crowgirl) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dodos-daughter-by-e-f-benson/ |
second dodo sequence novels summary crowgirl |
| 7329 |
7272 |
7874 |
Fate of Fenella |
Various |
Published 1800 -1900 |
One book, twenty-four authors ... Fenella is the beautiful, girlish and headstrong heroine of a sensational Victorian novel which continually passes from one writer's cliffhanger to another's resolution. Fenella, with her young son Ronny, is recuperating in a Harrogate hotel, where her flirtatious behaviour has already broken the heart of a fellow guest, a rising barrister. Her feelings at her estrangement from her young husband, who appears to be flaunting his manipulative French mistress to the world, are still running high. Impulsively, she strikes back with an invitation to the French count whose flirtation had fired her husband's jealousy. The stage is set for a crime in mysterious circumstances, bringing Fenella into a sorrowful womanhood, and changing the lives of those around her forever. Violence, misunderstanding, love, intrigue, kidnapping, disaster ... mystery, sensation, social commentary, wit and romance combine across continents as each writer takes up the story.<br/><br/>"The publishers claim with no little satisfaction that in this book they offer the reading public a genuine novelty. The idea of a novel written by twenty-four popular writers is certainly an original one. The ladies and gentlemen who have written <i>The Fate of Fenella</i> have done their work quite independently of each other. There has been collaboration but not consultation. As each one wrote a chapter it was passed on to the next, and so on until it reached the hands of Mr. F. Anstey, whose peculiar and delightful humor made him a fitting choice for bringing the story to a satisfactory close." (Summary by Loveday and the Publishers' note) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-fate-of-fenella-by-various/ |
one book twenty four authors fenella beautiful girlish headstrong heroine sensational victorian novel continually passes one writer s cliffhanger another s resolution fenella young son ronny recuperating harrogate hotel flirtatious behaviour already broken heart fellow guest rising barrister feelings estrangement young husband appears flaunting manipulative french mistress world still running high impulsively strikes back invitation french count whose flirtation fired husband s jealousy stage set crime mysterious circumstances bringing fenella sorrowful womanhood changing lives around forever violence misunderstanding love intrigue kidnapping disaster mystery sensation social commentary wit romance combine across continents writer takes story br br the publishers claim little satisfaction book offer reading public genuine novelty idea novel written twenty four popular writers certainly original one ladies gentlemen written i the fate fenella i done work quite independently other collaboration consultation one wrote chapter passed next reached hands mr f anstey whose peculiar delightful humor made fitting choice bringing story satisfactory close summary loveday publishers note |
| 7330 |
7265 |
7867 |
Sir Thomas More |
Anthony Munday |
Historical Fiction, Plays |
Sir Thomas More is a collaborative Elizabethan play by Anthony Munday and others depicting the life and death of Thomas More. It survives only in a single manuscript, now owned by the British Library. The manuscript is notable because three pages of it are considered to be in the hand of William Shakespeare and for the light it sheds on the collaborative nature of Elizabethan drama and the theatrical censorship of the era. The play dramatizes events in More's life, both real and legendary, in an episodic manner in 17 scenes, unified only by the rise and fall of More's fortunes. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDoll Williamson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nFrancis de Barde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>\nCaveler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8801">Steve Weir</a><br>\nWilliamson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nSherwin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8570">Greg Przywara</a><br>\nGeorge Betts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nJohn Lincoln: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8445">Brett G. Hirsch</a><br>\nLord Mayor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>\nSir Thomas More: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nSuresby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6311">TRUEBRIT</a><br>\nLifter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nRecorder: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nAnother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nEarl of Shrewsbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nEarl of Surrey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nSir Thomas Palmer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8011">Greg Giordano</a><br>\nSir Roger Chomley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>\nMessenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nHarry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>\nRobin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nKit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nClown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>\nSir John Munday: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8693">russellhughes</a><br>\nSergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nCrofts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSheriff (Shrieve)/First Sheriff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nOfficer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nRandall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nFaulkner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nErasmus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>\nMorris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nRoper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nLady More: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nPlayer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nLady Mayoress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nServant/Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nInclination: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>\nPrologue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1658">Dr Speedbump</a><br>\nWit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nVanity: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nLuggins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBishop of Rochester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nClerk of the Council: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6408">Elise C. Boucher</a><br>\nRoper's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nDaughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nCatesby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nDownes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9398">Jake K. Friedman</a><br>\nFirst Warder: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nSecond Warder: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nThird Warder: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a><br>\nPoor Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nGentleman Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>\nLieutenant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br>\nButler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br>\nBrewer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6408">Elise C. 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English |
1600 |
https://librivox.org/sir-thomas-more-by-anthony-munday/ |
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Christmas Eve and Christmas Day |
Edward Everett Hale |
Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of ten Christmas Stories, some of which have been published before. I have added a little essay, written on the occasion of the first Christmas celebrated by the King of Italy in Rome. (Summary by Book Preface)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-eve-and-christmas-day-by-edward-everett-hale/ |
collection ten christmas stories published before added little essay written occasion first christmas celebrated king italy rome summary book preface p |
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7869 |
Meg of Mystery Mountain |
Grace May North |
Action & Adventure |
Jane Abbott, tall, graceful and languidly beautiful, passed through the bevy of girls on the wharf below Highacres Seminary with scarcely a nod for any of them. Closely following her came three other girls, each carrying a satchel and wearing a tailored gown of the latest cut. Although Esther Ballard and Barbara Morris called gaily to many of their friends, it was around Marion Starr that all of the girls crowded until her passage way to the small boat, even then getting up steam, was completely blocked. Jane, when she had crossed the gang plank, turned to find only Esther and Barbara at her side. A slight sneer curled her lips as she watched the adulation which Merry was receiving. Then, with a shrug of her slender shoulders that was more eloquent than words, the proud girl seated herself in one of the reclining deck chairs and imperiously motioned her friends to do likewise. “It’s so silly of Merry to make such a fuss over all those girls. She’ll miss the boat if she doesn’t hurry.” Marion had evidently thought of the same thing, for she laughingly ran up the gang plank, her arms filled with candy boxes, boquets and magazines, gifts of her admiring friends. Depositing these on a chair, she leaned over the rail to call: “Good-bye, girls! Of course I’ll write to you, Sally, reams and reams; a sort of a round-robin letter to be sent to the whole crowd.” (Summary by Grace May North) </p> |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/meg-of-mystery-mountain-by-grace-may-north/ |
jane abbott tall graceful languidly beautiful passed bevy girls wharf highacres seminary scarcely nod them closely following came three girls carrying satchel wearing tailored gown latest cut although esther ballard barbara morris called gaily many friends around marion starr girls crowded passage way small boat even getting steam completely blocked jane crossed gang plank turned find esther barbara side slight sneer curled lips watched adulation merry receiving then shrug slender shoulders eloquent words proud girl seated one reclining deck chairs imperiously motioned friends likewise it s silly merry make fuss girls she ll miss boat doesn t hurry marion evidently thought thing laughingly ran gang plank arms filled candy boxes boquets magazines gifts admiring friends depositing chair leaned rail call good bye girls course i ll write you sally reams reams sort round robin letter sent whole crowd summary grace may north p |
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7870 |
Seven Sleuths' Club |
Grace May North |
Action & Adventure |
Some girls from a day school started a club called Spread Sunshine Club, but change the name when they decide to find some mysteries to solve. They add another girl to their club and before they realize a mystery has began! This is a book by the same author of Bobs, a Girl Detective. She had another writing name. (Summary by peppersnoodles93) </p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-sleuths-club-by-carol-norton/ |
girls day school started club called spread sunshine club change name decide find mysteries solve add another girl club realize mystery began book author bobs girl detective another writing name summary peppersnoodles93 p |
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7871 |
Story of Geronimo |
Jim Kjelgaard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Geronimo (1829 – 1909) was a prominent leader of the Bedonkohe Apache who fought against Mexico and the United States for their expansion into Apache tribal lands for several decades during the Apache Wars. "Geronimo" was the name given to him during a battle with Mexican soldiers.\n<br><br>\nAfter an attack by a company of Mexican soldiers killed his mother, wife and three children in 1858, Geronimo joined revenge attacks on the Mexicans. During his career as a war chief, he was notorious for consistently urging raids upon Mexican Provinces and their towns, and later against American locations across Arizona, New Mexico and western Texas. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/story-of-geronimo-by-jim-kjelgaard/ |
geronimo 1829 1909 prominent leader bedonkohe apache fought mexico united states expansion apache tribal lands several decades apache wars geronimo name given battle mexican soldiers br br attack company mexican soldiers killed mother wife three children 1858 geronimo joined revenge attacks mexicans career war chief notorious consistently urging raids upon mexican provinces towns later american locations across arizona new mexico western texas summary wikipedia p |
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7872 |
Gods of Mars - (version 3) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Fantasy Fiction |
After John Carter's arrival, a boat of Green Martians on the River Iss are ambushed by the previously unknown Plant Men. The lone survivor is his friend Tars Tarkas, the Jeddak of Thark, who has taken the pilgrimage to the Valley Dor to find Carter. Having saved their own lives, Carter and Tars Tarkas discover that the Therns, a white-skinned race of self-proclaimed gods, have for eons deceived the Barsoomians elsewhere by disseminating that the pilgrimage to the Valley Dor is a journey to paradise. Most arrivals are killed by the beasts of Valley, and the survivors enslaved by Therns. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-gods-of-mars-version-3-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
john carter s arrival boat green martians river iss ambushed previously unknown plant men lone survivor friend tars tarkas jeddak thark taken pilgrimage valley dor find carter saved lives carter tars tarkas discover therns white skinned race self proclaimed gods eons deceived barsoomians elsewhere disseminating pilgrimage valley dor journey paradise arrivals killed beasts valley survivors enslaved therns summary wikipedia p |
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7873 |
Not Yet my Soul |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Not Yet my Soul by Robert Louis Stevenson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 19, 2013.<br><br>Robert Louis Balfour Stevenson (13 November 1850 – 3 December 1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. His most famous works are Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.<br>The following poem comes from his collection entitled Underwoods, first published in 1887.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/not-yet-my-soul-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings yet soul robert louis stevenson fortnightly poetry project may 19 2013 br br robert louis balfour stevenson 13 november 1850 3 december 1894 scottish novelist poet essayist travel writer famous works treasure island kidnapped strange case dr jekyll mr hyde br the following poem comes collection entitled underwoods first published 1887 p |
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7875 |
Lausiac History |
Palladius |
Religion |
The Lausiac History (Historia Lausiaca) is a seminal work archiving the Desert Fathers (early Christian monks who lived in the Egyptian desert) written in 419-420 by Palladius of Galatia, at the request of Lausus, chamberlain at the court of the Byzantine Emperor Theodosius II. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p>\n\nCertainly not all of the Christian monks mentioned in the Lausiac History are recognized as Saints. The influence of Origen on the author, as well as on many of the desert dwellers, is clearly seen in this collection of stories. However, Origen's teachings were condemned as heretical in the 6th century. The recognized Saints mentioned include Anthony the Great, Paul the Simple, Macarius of Alexandria, Macarius of Egypt, Pachomius, Isidora the Fool for Christ, Melania the Younger, Pambo, and Serapion. (Comments by the reader.)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-lausiac-history-by-palladius/ |
lausiac history historia lausiaca seminal work archiving desert fathers early christian monks lived egyptian desert written 419 420 palladius galatia request lausus chamberlain court byzantine emperor theodosius ii summary wikipedia p certainly christian monks mentioned lausiac history recognized saints influence origen author well many desert dwellers clearly seen collection stories however origen s teachings condemned heretical 6th century recognized saints mentioned include anthony great paul simple macarius alexandria macarius egypt pachomius isidora fool christ melania younger pambo serapion comments reader p |
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7876 |
To the Gnat |
Samuel Rogers |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of To The Gnat by Samuel Rogers. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 19, 2013.<br><br>Some comments from our readers.. "It might seem a tad mellow dramatic, but if you live in the country as I do, this might just resonate. Here it is the mosquito that presents as my mortal enemy, and if it infiltrates my room at night, there is no sleeping until it has been vanquished. (Arielph)<br>"Coming from Scotland as I do where we have the dreaded Midgie, which feels like it has the teeth of a Doberman, I can sympathize with the poet on his anticipation of a sleepless night." (RMac01)<br>"with midgies to the left of me, midgies to the right of me, I feel for Samuel Rogers!" (jannie)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-gnat-by-samuel-rogers/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings gnat samuel rogers weekly poetry project may 19 2013 br br some comments readers it might seem tad mellow dramatic live country do might resonate mosquito presents mortal enemy infiltrates room night sleeping vanquished arielph br coming scotland dreaded midgie feels like teeth doberman sympathize poet anticipation sleepless night rmac01 br with midgies left me midgies right me feel samuel rogers jannie p |
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7877 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 11: La Giara |
Luigi Pirandello |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924. L'undicesima raccolta, edita nel 1928, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1900 ed il 1918. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro </a>di aNobii.<p> |
Italian |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-11-la-giara-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924 l undicesima raccolta edita nel 1928 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1900 ed il 1918 riassunto di filippo gioachin questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii p |
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7878 |
Bizarre |
Lawton Mackall |
Humorous Fiction |
A series of essays offering a humorous look at commonplace items and occurrences. (Summary by Nick Bulka)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bizarre-by-lawton-mackall/ |
series essays offering humorous look commonplace items occurrences summary nick bulka p |
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7879 |
Sky Island (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
General |
A little girl (Trot) and her friend (Cap'n Bill) team up with a young boy named Button-Bright. Button-Bright had found a magical umbrella in his attic. He meets the kind girl and sailor and they are transported to a different world in the sky where he and his friends face many dangers. (Summary by francesb)<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sky-island-version-2-by-l-frank-baum/ |
little girl trot friend cap n bill team young boy named button bright button bright found magical umbrella attic meets kind girl sailor transported different world sky friends face many dangers summary francesb p |
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7880 |
Nomad of the Nine Lives |
Abby Frances Friebe |
General Fiction |
Tales of a cat's life told by the cat in hopes of saving cats from death by animal shelters or abandonment. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-nomad-of-the-nine-lives-by-abby-frances-friebe/ |
tales cat s life told cat hopes saving cats death animal shelters abandonment summary sharon kilmer p |
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7279 |
7881 |
Mardi Vol. 2 |
Herman Melville |
Literary Fiction |
Mardi is Melville's first purely fictional work. In it he contemplates man's beliefs, and questions whether or not one faith has value over another--or is it all simply a sham? Mardi is a poetically existential analysis of religious truths as told through the protagonist's allegorical wanderings across the South Pacific. But is this all that Mardi is? (Summary by James K. White) </p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/mardi-vol-2-by-herman-melville/ |
mardi melville s first purely fictional work contemplates man s beliefs questions whether one faith value another or simply sham mardi poetically existential analysis religious truths told protagonist s allegorical wanderings across south pacific mardi is summary james k white p |
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7882 |
Blackthorn Farm |
Arthur Applin |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
But he was afraid. He had failed twice already. He could not afford to fail a third time. If he failed ruin faced him, and disgrace. His father had warned him that the money he had saved for his education had come to an end. Ruin for his father and his little sister!\nHe had no idea how deeply Rupert was in debt. Rupert himself had only just realised it. And in desperation he had gambled to save himself. (Excerpt from 1st chapter by Arthur Applin)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/blackthorn-farm-by-arthur-applin/ |
afraid failed twice already could afford fail third time failed ruin faced him disgrace father warned money saved education come end ruin father little sister idea deeply rupert debt rupert realised it desperation gambled save himself excerpt 1st chapter arthur applin p |
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7885 |
Exotics and Retrospectives |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Essays & Short Works, Philosophy |
Lafcadio Hearn, born 1850 in Greece, went to Japan when he was 40 years old and became a Japanese citizen only 6 years later. His writings about Japan from the beginning of the Meiji era, when the country was just opening to the West, remain among the most important explanations of Japanese culture. <br>\n\nThis book contains in the first part, "Exotics", his observations of and personal insights into Japan. For example, <em>Fuji no Yama</em> tells about him climbing the highest mountain in Japan; and <em>A Question in the Zen Texts, Literature of the Dead</em>, and <em>Of Moon Desire</em> try to explain Buddhist teachings. In the second part, "Retrospectives", Hearn leaves both Japan and his vantage point as impartial observer behind and delves into personal experiences and musings that occurred to him in the numerous countries he visited. The main topic of these very personal pieces is beauty in all its forms. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/exotics-and-retrospectives-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
lafcadio hearn born 1850 greece went japan 40 years old became japanese citizen 6 years later writings japan beginning meiji era country opening west remain among important explanations japanese culture br book contains first part exotics observations personal insights japan example em fuji yama em tells climbing highest mountain japan em a question zen texts literature dead em em of moon desire em try explain buddhist teachings second part retrospectives hearn leaves japan vantage point impartial observer behind delves personal experiences musings occurred numerous countries visited main topic personal pieces beauty forms summary availle p |
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7886 |
Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
"Hello, Jerry Muskrat! We'd forgotten all about you," said Mrs. Quack. "What was that you said?" Jerry good-naturedly repeated what he had said. Mrs. Quack's face brightened. "Do you really mean it?" she asked eagerly. "Do you really mean that you know of a pond where we could live and not be likely to be seen by these two-legged creatures called men?" "That's what I said," replied Jerry briefly. "Oh, Jerry, you're not joking, are you? Tell me you're not joking," begged Mrs. Quack. "Of course I'm not joking," returned Jerry just a little bit indignantly, "I am not the kind of a fellow to joke people who are in such trouble as you and Mr. Quack seem to be in." (Summary by Burgess) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-poor-mrs-quack-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
hello jerry muskrat we d forgotten you said mrs quack what said jerry good naturedly repeated said mrs quack s face brightened do really mean it asked eagerly do really mean know pond could live likely seen two legged creatures called men that s said replied jerry briefly oh jerry joking you tell joking begged mrs quack of course i m joking returned jerry little bit indignantly i kind fellow joke people trouble mr quack seem in summary burgess |
| 7347 |
7285 |
7887 |
Creatures of the Abyss |
Murray Leinster |
General Fiction |
Orejas de ellos, "the things that listen", whispered the superstitious fishermen when the strange occurrences began off the Philippine coast. How else explain the sudden disappearance of a vessel beneath a mysterious curtain of foam? The writhings of thousands of maddened fish trapped in a coffin-like area of ocean? What monsters gorged at the bottom of the Luzon Deep and what were their plans? Radar expert Terry Holt and the crew of the Esperance had to devise a weapon against the horrifying creatures which threatened mankind with extinction. Here are terror, excitement, and the clutch of cold death as combined by a master hand in the field of science fiction. (Summary by from original book jacket)</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/creatures-of-the-abyss-by-murray-leinster/ |
orejas de ellos the things listen whispered superstitious fishermen strange occurrences began philippine coast else explain sudden disappearance vessel beneath mysterious curtain foam writhings thousands maddened fish trapped coffin like area ocean monsters gorged bottom luzon deep plans radar expert terry holt crew esperance devise weapon horrifying creatures threatened mankind extinction terror excitement clutch cold death combined master hand field science fiction summary original book jacket p |
| 7348 |
7286 |
7888 |
Trail's End |
George W. Ogden |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Westerns |
When an agriculture professor wanders into a wicked Kansas cowtown in order to experiment raising wheat, both the professor and the town get more than they bargain for. A wild and wooly Western. (Summary by Jeff Chesnut) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/trails-end-by-george-w-ogden/ |
agriculture professor wanders wicked kansas cowtown order experiment raising wheat professor town get bargain for wild wooly western summary jeff chesnut p |
| 7349 |
7287 |
7889 |
Valley of Fear (Version 2) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
John Douglas has been murdered at Birlstone manner, but Sherlock Holmes' main concern is the missing dumbell in the murder room. This fourth and final novel of Sherlock Holmes is based on the real-life adventures of the mob in Pennsylvania and the consequences of betrayal many years later. (Summary by Alisson Veldhuis) </p> |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-fear-version-2-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
john douglas murdered birlstone manner sherlock holmes main concern missing dumbell murder room fourth final novel sherlock holmes based real life adventures mob pennsylvania consequences betrayal many years later summary alisson veldhuis p |
| 7350 |
7288 |
7890 |
Four Science Fiction Stories by G.L.Vandenburg |
G. L. Vandenburg |
Science Fiction |
G.L.Vandenburg wrote quirky and funny Science Fiction stories for Amazing Science Fiction Stories, and similar magazines in the 1950's. These four are a selection that give a good taste of his offbeat approach, strange sense of humor and relaxed narrative style that brought joy and excitement to those of us who bought these magazines and saw his name on the cover. In the first, Martian V.F.W., some strange visitors join a parade; in the second, Jubilation, U.S.A, our first visitors from outer space encounter a One-Armed Bandit and don't exactly hit the jackpot; in the third, Moon Glow, the first Americans on the Moon receive an unwelcomed surprise; and in the last, The Observers, a sinister plot involving bald men is thwarted by a dumb secretary ... well kinda. Enjoy! </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/four-science-fiction-stories-by-g-l-vandenburg-by-g-l-vandenburg/ |
g l vandenburg wrote quirky funny science fiction stories amazing science fiction stories similar magazines 1950 s four selection give good taste offbeat approach strange sense humor relaxed narrative style brought joy excitement us bought magazines saw name cover first martian v f w strange visitors join parade second jubilation u s a first visitors outer space encounter one armed bandit exactly hit jackpot third moon glow first americans moon receive unwelcomed surprise last observers sinister plot involving bald men thwarted dumb secretary well kinda enjoy p |
| 7351 |
9706 |
10342 |
Autumn Fires |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 readings of <i>Autumn Fires</i>, from Robert Louis Stevenson's classic <i>A Child's Garden of Verses</i>. This was the weekly poetry project for October 18-24, 2015.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/autumn-fires-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 readings i autumn fires i robert louis stevenson s classic i a child s garden verses i weekly poetry project october 18 24 2015 p |
| 7352 |
7289 |
7891 |
Anthem (version 2) |
Ayn Rand |
Fantasy Fiction |
Anthem is a dystopian fiction novella by Ayn Rand, written in 1937 and first published in 1938 in England. It takes place at some unspecified future date when mankind has entered another dark age characterized by irrationality, collectivism, and socialistic thinking and economics. Technological advancement is now carefully planned (when it is allowed to occur at all) and the concept of individuality has been eliminated (for example, the use of the word "I" is punishable by death). (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-version-2-by-ayn-rand/ |
anthem dystopian fiction novella ayn rand written 1937 first published 1938 england takes place unspecified future date mankind entered another dark age characterized irrationality collectivism socialistic thinking economics technological advancement carefully planned when allowed occur all concept individuality eliminated for example use word i punishable death summary wikipedia |
| 7353 |
7290 |
7892 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 019 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 019: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-019-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 019 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 7354 |
7291 |
7893 |
Box-Car Children |
Gertrude Chandler Warner |
Action & Adventure, Family |
Four children: Henry, Jess Violet and Bennie. They are living alone in a stranded boxcar. They find items they need from the dump and a stray dog whom they name Watch. Henry earns money by working for a man named Dr. McAllister and his mother, Mrs. McAllister. But, while they are living their daily lives, little do they know that the McAllisters are watching their every move. (Summary by francesb) <p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-box-car-children-by-gertrude-chandler-warner/ |
four children henry jess violet bennie living alone stranded boxcar find items need dump stray dog name watch henry earns money working man named dr mcallister mother mrs mcallister but living daily lives little know mcallisters watching every move summary francesb p |
| 7355 |
7292 |
7894 |
Modern Scottish Minstrel |
Charles Rogers |
Poetry, Music |
Subtitled "Songs of Scotland of the Past Half-Century, with Memoirs of the Poets, and Sketches and Specimens in English Verse of the Most Celebrated Modern Gaelic Bards." (Summary by Chairlie)</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-modern-scottish-minstrel-by-charles-rogers/ |
subtitled songs scotland past half century memoirs poets sketches specimens english verse celebrated modern gaelic bards summary chairlie p |
| 7356 |
7293 |
7895 |
Bindle |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Herbert Jenkins' most popular fictional creation was Mr. Joseph Bindle, who first appeared in a humorous novel in 1916 and in a number of sequels. In the preface to the books, T. P. O'Connor said that "Bindle is the greatest Cockney that has come into being through the medium of literature since Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers". The stories are based on the comedic drama of life at work, at home and all the adventures that take place along the way. Bindle leaves a path of good-natured destruction behind him and walks away unscathed every time. He is not above embellishing and loves the joke. He refers to jokes as the anesthetic that allows him to endure the operation of life. When he sets about fixing things, they had better well stay fixed or they'll have him to deal with. Indeed, he is a sort of superhero of the Everyman. Let the hilarity begin! (Summary by Don Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bindle-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
herbert jenkins popular fictional creation mr joseph bindle first appeared humorous novel 1916 number sequels preface books t p o connor said bindle greatest cockney come medium literature since dickens wrote pickwick papers stories based comedic drama life work home adventures take place along way bindle leaves path good natured destruction behind walks away unscathed every time embellishing loves joke refers jokes anesthetic allows endure operation life sets fixing things better well stay fixed they ll deal with indeed sort superhero everyman let hilarity begin summary jenkins p |
| 7357 |
7294 |
7896 |
Eight Girls and a Dog |
Carolyn Wells |
Action & Adventure |
A book about eight girls who are members of the Blue Ribbon Cooking Club. Timmy Loo is their dog, who's always looking for a little scrap of food. He's cute and energetic. The girls decide it's time for a vacation and they all pack up and go to a summer house near Uncle and Aunt. They have many adventures there as they cook and take care of themselves. Delightful book! (Summary by peppersnoodles93) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/eight-girls-and-a-dog-by-wells/ |
book eight girls members blue ribbon cooking club timmy loo dog who s always looking little scrap food he s cute energetic girls decide time vacation pack go summer house near uncle aunt many adventures cook take care themselves delightful book summary peppersnoodles93 p |
| 7358 |
7295 |
7897 |
Astounding Stories 03, March 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
This is the third issue of the classic science fiction Astounding Magazine. It contains the opening chapters of a 4 part serialized novel by Ray Cummings, and stories by the prolific Capt. S. P. Meek, Will Smith and R. J. Robbins, Sewell Peaslee Wright and A. T. Locke. (Summary by Alan Winterrowd ) </p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-03-march-1930/ |
third issue classic science fiction astounding magazine contains opening chapters 4 part serialized novel ray cummings stories prolific capt s p meek smith r j robbins sewell peaslee wright a t locke summary alan winterrowd p |
| 7359 |
7296 |
7898 |
I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing by Walt Whitman. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 26, 2013.<br><br>This poem is taken from Book 4 of Leaves of Grass, a collection of poetry which Whitman would continue editing and revising until his death. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/i-saw-in-louisiana-a-live-oak-growing-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings saw louisiana live oak growing walt whitman weekly poetry project may 26 2013 br br this poem taken book 4 leaves grass collection poetry whitman would continue editing revising death summary wikipedia p |
| 7360 |
7297 |
7899 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 009 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>\n01 - Japanese - Numachi by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akutagawa_Ryunosuke">Akutagawa Ryunosuke</a> (1892-1927) [1916] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000879/files/113_15225.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, painting<br>\n02 - Japanese - Hamano Fuyu by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takashi_Nagatsuka">Nagatsuka Takashi</a> (1879-1915) [1907] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000118/files/4516_15638.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, seashore, winter<br>\n03 - Russian - Демон. Часть 1 / Demon. Part 1 by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikhail_Lermontov">Mikhail Lermontov</a> (1814-1841) [1841] - <a href="http://feb-web.ru/feben/lermont/texts/lerm06/vol04/le4-183-.htm">Text</a> - Key words: romantic poetry<br>\n04 - Russian - Демон. Часть 2 / Demon. Part 2 by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikhail_Lermontov">Mikhail Lermontov</a> (1814-1841) [1841] - <a href="http://feb-web.ru/feben/lermont/texts/lerm06/vol04/le4-183-.htm">Text</a> - Key words: romantic poetry<br>\n05 - German - Waldeinsamkeit by <a href="http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Heine">Heinrich Heine</a> (1797-1856) [1851] - <a href="http://www.zeno.org/nid/20005025915">Text</a> - Key words: Poem<br>\n06 - Polish - Przestroga młodemu by <a href="http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignacy_Krasicki">Ignacy Krasicki</a> (1735-1801) [1882-1883] - <a href="http://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?num=111&u=1&seq=123&view=image&size=100&id=nnc1.0037118447&q1=Przestroga+młodemu">Text</a> - Key words: poezja, satyra, przestroga, młodość<br>\n07 - Japanese - Tsushima Izuharakou nite by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takashi_Nagatsuka">Nagatsuka Takashi</a> (1879-1915) [1912] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000118/files/4608_15630.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, Tsushima<br>\n08 - Ukrainian - Твої очі, як те море by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_Franko">Ivan Franko</a> (1856-1916) [1883] - <a href="http://poetyka.uazone.net/default/pages.phtml?place=franko&page=lystia04">Text</a> - Key words: verse, lyrical <br>\n09 - Japanese - Aoi Tokeidai by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mimei_Ogawa">Ogawa Mimei</a> (1882-1961) [1914] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/001475/files/50982_46237.html">Text</a> - Key words: children, moonlight, star, night, music, prose<br>\n10 - Japanese - Ikinokuni Katsumoto nite by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Takashi_Nagatsuka">Nagatsuka Takashi</a> (1879-1915) [1912] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000118/files/4609_15629.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, Iki<br>\n11 - Japanese - Safuran by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mori_Ōgai">Mori Ogai</a> (1862-1922) [1914] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000129/files/685_20311.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose,essay,saffron<br>\n12 - Danish - Guldhornene by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Oehlenschläger">Adam Oehlenschläger</a> (1779-1850) [1803] - <a href="http://da.wikisource.org/wiki/Guldhornene">Text</a> - Key words: poetry, great importance for the Danish Romantic period<br>\n13 - Danish - Flugten til Amerika by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_Winther">Christian Winther</a> (1796-1876) [1835] - <a href="http://www.rimogremser.dk/digte/index.php">Text</a> - Key words: poetry, children's classic<br>\n14 - Polish - Trup w obłokach by <a href="http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Twain">Mark Twain</a> (1835-1910) translated by anonymous [1912] - <a href="http://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Trup_w_obłokach,_czyli_historya_maszyny_latającej_w_powietrzu">Text</a> - Key words: wynalazek, śmierć, opowiadanie<br>\n15 - Japanese - Syobugoto by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kan_Kikuchi">Kikuchi Kan</a> (1888-1948) [1920] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000083/files/499_19858.html">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, gamble<br>\n16 - Japanese - Kumade to Chyochin by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaoka_Shiki">Masaoka Shiki</a> (1867-1902) [1899] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000305/files/50385_40117.html">Text</a> - Key words: non-fiction, bamboo rake, lantern<br>\n17 - Japanese - Nyusya no Ji by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akutagawa_Ryunosuke">Akutagawa Ryunosuke</a> (1892-1927) [1916] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000879/files/3753_27325.html">Text</a> - Key words: non-fiction, greeting<br>\n18 - Japanese - Sake by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaoka_Shiki">Masaoka Shiki</a> (1867-1902) [1899] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000305/files/50402_39081.html">Text</a> - Key words: non-fiction, alcohol<br><br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-009-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 japanese numachi a href http en wikipedia org wiki akutagawa_ryunosuke akutagawa ryunosuke a 1892 1927 1916 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000879 files 113_15225 html text a key words prose fiction painting br 02 japanese hamano fuyu a href http en wikipedia org wiki takashi_nagatsuka nagatsuka takashi a 1879 1915 1907 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000118 files 4516_15638 html text a key words prose fiction seashore winter br 03 russian демон часть 1 demon part 1 a href http en wikipedia org wiki mikhail_lermontov mikhail lermontov a 1814 1841 1841 a href http feb web ru feben lermont texts lerm06 vol04 le4 183 htm text a key words romantic poetry br 04 russian демон часть 2 demon part 2 a href http en wikipedia org wiki mikhail_lermontov mikhail lermontov a 1814 1841 1841 a href http feb web ru feben lermont texts lerm06 vol04 le4 183 htm text a key words romantic poetry br 05 german waldeinsamkeit a href http de wikipedia org wiki heinrich_heine heinrich heine a 1797 1856 1851 a href http www zeno org nid 20005025915 text a key words poem br 06 polish przestroga młodemu a href http pl wikipedia org wiki ignacy_krasicki ignacy krasicki a 1735 1801 1882 1883 a href http babel hathitrust org cgi pt num 111 u 1 seq 123 view image size 100 id nnc1 0037118447 q1 przestroga młodemu text a key words poezja satyra przestroga młodość br 07 japanese tsushima izuharakou nite a href http en wikipedia org wiki takashi_nagatsuka nagatsuka takashi a 1879 1915 1912 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000118 files 4608_15630 html text a key words prose fiction tsushima br 08 ukrainian твої очі як те море a href https en wikipedia org wiki ivan_franko ivan franko a 1856 1916 1883 a href http poetyka uazone net default pages phtml place franko page lystia04 text a key words verse lyrical br 09 japanese aoi tokeidai a href http en wikipedia org wiki mimei_ogawa ogawa mimei a 1882 1961 1914 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 001475 files 50982_46237 html text a key words children moonlight star night music prose br 10 japanese ikinokuni katsumoto nite a href http en wikipedia org wiki takashi_nagatsuka nagatsuka takashi a 1879 1915 1912 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000118 files 4609_15629 html text a key words prose fiction iki br 11 japanese safuran a href http en wikipedia org wiki mori_ōgai mori ogai a 1862 1922 1914 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000129 files 685_20311 html text a key words prose essay saffron br 12 danish guldhornene a href http en wikipedia org wiki adam_oehlenschläger adam oehlenschläger a 1779 1850 1803 a href http da wikisource org wiki guldhornene text a key words poetry great importance danish romantic period br 13 danish flugten til amerika a href http en wikipedia org wiki christian_winther christian winther a 1796 1876 1835 a href http www rimogremser dk digte index php text a key words poetry children s classic br 14 polish trup w obłokach a href http pl wikipedia org wiki mark_twain mark twain a 1835 1910 translated anonymous 1912 a href http pl wikisource org wiki trup_w_obłokach _czyli_historya_maszyny_latającej_w_powietrzu text a key words wynalazek śmierć opowiadanie br 15 japanese syobugoto a href http en wikipedia org wiki kan_kikuchi kikuchi kan a 1888 1948 1920 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000083 files 499_19858 html text a key words prose fiction gamble br 16 japanese kumade chyochin a href http en wikipedia org wiki masaoka_shiki masaoka shiki a 1867 1902 1899 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000305 files 50385_40117 html text a key words non fiction bamboo rake lantern br 17 japanese nyusya ji a href http en wikipedia org wiki akutagawa_ryunosuke akutagawa ryunosuke a 1892 1927 1916 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000879 files 3753_27325 html text a key words non fiction greeting br 18 japanese sake a href http en wikipedia org wiki masaoka_shiki masaoka shiki a 1867 1902 1899 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000305 files 50402_39081 html text a key words non fiction alcohol br br |
| 7361 |
7552 |
8163 |
Wallet of Kai Lung |
Ernest Bramah |
Fantasy Fiction |
The Wallet of Kai Lung is a collection of fantasy stories by Ernest Bramah, all but the last of which feature Kai Lung, an itinerant story-teller of ancient China. The collection's importance in the history of fantasy literature was recognized by the anthologization of two of its tales in the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy Series. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd (from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wallet-of-kai-lung-by-ernest-bramah/ |
wallet kai lung collection fantasy stories ernest bramah last feature kai lung itinerant story teller ancient china collection s importance history fantasy literature recognized anthologization two tales celebrated ballantine adult fantasy series summary alan winterrowd from wikipedia p |
| 7362 |
7298 |
7900 |
Mark Twain's Speeches, Part 1 |
Mark Twain |
Essays & Short Works |
Spanning the time between 1872 and the year before he died, this collection of after-dinner speeches, random thoughts to "the press", etc. clearly documents, once again, the truly eclectic mind of Samuel Clemens. It also demonstrates how he dealt with adulation, compliments and notoriety...head on! This collection is a treasure-trove of Twain sayings, witticisms and pronouncements on a huge galaxy of issues and concerns in his life. (Summary by John Greenman) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-speeches-by-mark-twain/ |
spanning time 1872 year died collection after dinner speeches random thoughts the press etc clearly documents again truly eclectic mind samuel clemens also demonstrates dealt adulation compliments notoriety head on collection treasure trove twain sayings witticisms pronouncements huge galaxy issues concerns life summary john greenman p |
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7299 |
7901 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 042 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br><br />\n"Eine Bagatelle" und "Die letzte Mohikanerin" von Anton Chekhov übersetzt von Alexander Eliasberg (1878 - 1924)<br><br />\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-042-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine bagatelle und die letzte mohikanerin von anton chekhov übersetzt von alexander eliasberg 1878 1924 br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
| 7364 |
7300 |
7902 |
Excuse Me! (Dramatic Reading) |
Rupert Hughes |
Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction |
What happens when a mix of lovers get stuck together on a coast-to-coast train? Mainly hilarity. There is every kind of couple imaginable. One serviceman and his bride-to-be are trying desperately to get married but can't find a clergyman to perform the rites. They don't know that right in their midst is a preacher disguised as a man of the world so he and his wife can enjoy a carefree vacation. Then there is a drunk mourning his separation from the wife who just happens to be on the same train. There is even a confirmed bachelor who discovers that a confirmed spinster is his long-lost love from years ago. How these lives intertwine makes up the plot of this rollicking comedy. The piece contains racial slurs, which, although acceptable in the time and place of the story's setting, may offend modern listeners. (Summary by Bill Boerst)<br /><br /><em>Cast List:</em><br />\nNarrator, Portland Porter, Hudson, Shaw, Man, Voice One, Supposed Preacher, Fireman, Baumann, Waiter, Robber 2:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4788"> Bill Boerst </a><br>\nMarjorie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544"> Amanda Friday </a><br>\nMallory:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425"> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nCab Driver, Stranger:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9653"> tiwo007 </a><br>\nClergyman, Charlie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065"> David Olson </a><br>\nPorter, Gambler:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10073"> cobbdb </a><br>\nWedgewood:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9787"> Greenman66 </a><br>\nIra:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307"> Nick Bulka </a><br>\nConductor:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7188"> Marty </a><br>\nTransfer Agent, Mrs Temple, Voice Two, Train Boy:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157"> TriciaG </a><br>\nAnne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174"> Availle </a><br>\nMrs Wellington:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8410"> Shauna Kennett </a><br>\nJimmie:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026"> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nDr Temple:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535"> Brett W Downey </a><br>\nMrs Fosdick:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9082"> Micky </a><br>\nFosdick. Robber 1:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929"> Zames Curran </a><br>\nMrs Whitcomb:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281"> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nMan in Overalls:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449"> Arnaldo Machado </a><br>\nAshton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW </a><br>\nMrs Deacon:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197"> Victoria P </a><br>\nKitty:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012"> Woolly Bee </a><br>\n<br />Editor:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026"> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nProof-Listeners: Bill Boerst & Michele Eaton<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/excuse-me-by-rupert-hughes/ |
happens mix lovers get stuck together coast to coast train mainly hilarity every kind couple imaginable one serviceman bride to be trying desperately get married can t find clergyman perform rites know right midst preacher disguised man world wife enjoy carefree vacation drunk mourning separation wife happens train even confirmed bachelor discovers confirmed spinster long lost love years ago lives intertwine makes plot rollicking comedy piece contains racial slurs which although acceptable time place story s setting may offend modern listeners summary bill boerst br br em cast list em br narrator portland porter hudson shaw man voice one supposed preacher fireman baumann waiter robber 2 a href https librivox org reader 4788 bill boerst a br marjorie a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mallory a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br cab driver stranger a href https librivox org reader 9653 tiwo007 a br clergyman charlie a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br porter gambler a href https librivox org reader 10073 cobbdb a br wedgewood a href https librivox org reader 9787 greenman66 a br ira a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br conductor a href https librivox org reader 7188 marty a br transfer agent mrs temple voice two train boy a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br anne a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mrs wellington a href https librivox org reader 8410 shauna kennett a br jimmie a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br dr temple a href https librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br mrs fosdick a href https librivox org reader 9082 micky a br fosdick robber 1 a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br mrs whitcomb a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br man overalls a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br ashton a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs deacon a href https librivox org reader 8197 victoria p a br kitty a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br br editor a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br proof listeners bill boerst michele eaton br br |
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7301 |
7903 |
Short Poetry Collection 017 |
Various |
Poetry |
Librivox's Short Poetry Collection 017: a collection of 20 public-domain poems.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-017/ |
librivox s short poetry collection 017 collection 20 public domain poems p |
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7302 |
7904 |
Alice in Wonderland (Drama) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Comedy |
A dramatization of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass for the stage. In this version, Alice goes through the looking glass and encounters a variety of strange and wonderful creatures from favorite scenes of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland the Through the Looking Glass. Including a conversation with the Red and White Queens, encounters with Humpty Dumpty, the Mock Turtle, the Cheshire Cat, and the Caterpillar, and of course everyone's favorite Mad Tea Party. (Summary by ElleyKat)<br><br>Stage Directions: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br>Lewis Carroll: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>Alice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Red Queen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8410">Shauna Kennett</a><br>White Queen: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>White Rabbit: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Humpty Dumpty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br>Gryphon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8445">Brett G. Hirsch</a><br>Mock Turtle: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8420">GlassMask</a><br>Mad Hatter: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br>March Hare: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Dormouse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>Frog Footman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Duchess: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Cheshire Cat: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Tweedle Dee: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>Tweedle Dum: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>King of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8420">GlassMask</a><br>Queen of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Knave of Hearts: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>Caterpillar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Two of Spades: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a><br>Five of Spades: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a><br>Seven of Spades: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by ElleyKat and Kimberly Krause.</strong><br><br>\n\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/alice-in-wonderland-by-alice-gerstenberg/ |
dramatization lewis carroll s alice s adventures wonderland looking glass stage version alice goes looking glass encounters variety strange wonderful creatures favorite scenes alice s adventures wonderland looking glass including conversation red white queens encounters humpty dumpty mock turtle cheshire cat caterpillar course everyone s favorite mad tea party summary elleykat br br stage directions a href http librivox org reader 8272 haili a br lewis carroll a href http librivox org reader 8514 charlotte brown a br alice a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br red queen a href http librivox org reader 8410 shauna kennett a br white queen a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br white rabbit a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br humpty dumpty a href http librivox org reader 7867 nomorejeffs a br gryphon a href http librivox org reader 8445 brett g hirsch a br mock turtle a href http librivox org reader 8420 glassmask a br mad hatter a href http librivox org reader 8291 elliot gage a br march hare a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br dormouse a href http librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br frog footman a href http librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br duchess a href http librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br cheshire cat a href http librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br tweedle dee a href http librivox org reader 8514 charlotte brown a br tweedle dum a href http librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br king hearts a href http librivox org reader 8420 glassmask a br queen hearts a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br knave hearts a href http librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br caterpillar a href http librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br two spades a href http librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a br five spades a href http librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a br seven spades a href http librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a br br strong audio edited elleykat kimberly krause strong br br |
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7303 |
7905 |
Ramayan, Book 5 |
Valmiki |
Poetry, Religion, Other religions |
The Ramayan is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It is the story of Rama, who embarks on an epic journey followed by the fight with Ravana, the demon king who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The epic depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. Book 5 of Rmayan, also known as Sundara Kanda is the heart of Valmiki's Ramayana and consists of a detailed, vivid account of Hanuman's adventures as he moves to Lanka in search of Sita. (Summary by om123) </p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayan-book-5-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata story rama embarks epic journey followed fight ravana demon king abducted rama s wife sita epic depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king book 5 rmayan also known sundara kanda heart valmiki s ramayana consists detailed vivid account hanuman s adventures moves lanka search sita summary om123 p |
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7304 |
7906 |
Herbert West: Reanimator |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Science Fiction |
"Herbert West—Reanimator" is a story by American horror fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft that was first serialized in February through July 1922 in the amateur publication Home Brew. The story was the basis of the 1985 horror film Re-Animator and its sequels, in addition to numerous other adaptations in various media. You want zombies? Listen to this because Lovecraft was one of the very first and he got zombies right: scary, evil, implacable and out to get you. (Summary by Phil Chenevert ) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/herbert-west-re-animator-by-h-p-lovecraft/ |
herbert west reanimator story american horror fiction writer h p lovecraft first serialized february july 1922 amateur publication home brew story basis 1985 horror film re animator sequels addition numerous adaptations various media want zombies listen lovecraft one first got zombies right scary evil implacable get you summary phil chenevert p |
| 7369 |
7553 |
8164 |
Compliment |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Compliment by Eugene Field. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 1, 2013.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-compliment-by-eugene-field/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings compliment eugene field weekly poetry project september 1 2013 p |
| 7370 |
7305 |
7907 |
Revenger's Tragedy |
Thomas Middleton |
Tragedy |
"When the bad bleeds, then is the tragedy good." The Revenger's Tragedy is a bloody Jacobean drama centering on Vindici, whose beloved has been murdered by the Duke. Aided by his brother Hippolito, Vindici plans to take revenge not only on the Duke, but on his lecherous Duchess (who is having an affair with her stepson, Spurio) and his sons Lussurioso (Lust), Ambitioso (Ambition), and Supervacuo (Excess). The play was published anonymously in 1606 and for several centuries was attributed to Cyril Tourneur; more recent scholarship has pointed to Thomas Middleton as the likely author. The play was part of the vogue for revenge tragedy in late 16th and early 17th century England, and has often been compared to Hamlet. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Vindici/Second Servant/Nencio/First Officer: <a href="librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Hippolito: <a href="librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Gratiana: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Castiza: <a href="librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Duke: <a href="librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neustar</a><br>First Judge/First Gentleman: <a href="librivox.org/reader/8459">Sean Daeley</a><br>Duchess: <a href="librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lussurioso: <a href="librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br>Ambitioso: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Spurio/Antonio: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Junior/Sordido/Piero/Dondolo/Fourth Man: <a href="librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Supervacuo: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>First Servant/Keeper: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7608">rookieblue</a><br>First Noble/Second Officer/First Lord: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7654">Todd</a><br>Second Judge/Second Noble: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Narrator: <a href="librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1606 |
https://librivox.org/the-revengers-tragedy-by-thomas-middleton/ |
when bad bleeds tragedy good revenger s tragedy bloody jacobean drama centering vindici whose beloved murdered duke aided brother hippolito vindici plans take revenge duke lecherous duchess who affair stepson spurio sons lussurioso lust ambitioso ambition supervacuo excess play published anonymously 1606 several centuries attributed cyril tourneur recent scholarship pointed thomas middleton likely author play part vogue revenge tragedy late 16th early 17th century england often compared hamlet summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br vindici second servant nencio first officer a href librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br hippolito a href librivox org reader 1492 mb a br gratiana a href librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br castiza a href librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br duke a href librivox org reader 3912 bob neustar a br first judge first gentleman a href librivox org reader 8459 sean daeley a br duchess a href librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br lussurioso a href librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br ambitioso a href librivox org reader 7848 bala a br spurio antonio a href librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br junior sordido piero dondolo fourth man a href librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br supervacuo a href librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first servant keeper a href librivox org reader 7608 rookieblue a br first noble second officer first lord a href librivox org reader 7654 todd a br second judge second noble a href librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br narrator a href librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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7306 |
7908 |
Buff: A Collie and Other Dog-Stories |
Albert Payson Terhune |
Short Stories |
<p><i>Buff: A Collie and Other Dog-Stories</i> is one of many popular books written by Albert Payson Terhune that have delighted dog lovers for decades. Terhune loved dogs, and he bred and raised collies at his Sunnybank Kennels. Terhune sometimes included difficult passages in his stories, and he did not always conclude with the typical "happy ending"--but his passion for dogs was always clearly evident in his novels. An excerpt from the Foreword to this book in which Terhune describes the nature of a dog:<br/>\n"Service that asks no price; forgiveness free<br/>\nFor injury or for injustice hard.<br/>\nStanch friendship, wanting neither thanks nor fee<br/>\nSave privilege to worship and to guard:--That is their creed."<br/>\n(Summary by lubee930) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/buff-a-collie-and-other-dog-stories-by-albert-payson-terhune/ |
p i buff collie dog stories i one many popular books written albert payson terhune delighted dog lovers decades terhune loved dogs bred raised collies sunnybank kennels terhune sometimes included difficult passages stories always conclude typical happy ending but passion dogs always clearly evident novels excerpt foreword book terhune describes nature dog br service asks price forgiveness free br injury injustice hard br stanch friendship wanting neither thanks fee br save privilege worship guard that creed br summary lubee930 p |
| 7372 |
7307 |
7909 |
Midsummer Night's Dream (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy, Romance |
The play features three interlocking plots, connected by a celebration of the wedding of Theseus of Athens and the Amazon queen, Hippolyta, which is set simultaneously in the woodland and in the realm of Fairyland, under the light of the moon. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br><br>\nTheseus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">Dave Nicol</a><br>Egeus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7899">James Silverstein</a><br>Lysander: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8488">Peter Parshall</a><br>Demetrius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7556">Alex Lau</a><br>Philostrate/Puck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>Peter Quince/Prologue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">Libby Gohn</a><br>Snug/Lion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a><br>Nick Bottom/Pyramus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1295">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Francis Flute/Thisby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Tom Snout/ Wall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>Narrator/Stage Directions/Robin Starling/Moonshine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Hippolyta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>Oberon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Helena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br>Titania: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>PeasBlossom/First Fairy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Cobweb/Second Fairy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8436">Annika Vera</a><br>Moth/Third Fairy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8437">Rebecca</a><br>Mustard Seed/Fourth Fairy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nEditors Sarah Parshall, Kimberly Krause<p> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/a-midsummer-nights-dream-version-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
play features three interlocking plots connected celebration wedding theseus athens amazon queen hippolyta set simultaneously woodland realm fairyland light moon summary wikipedia br br theseus a href https librivox org reader 2624 dave nicol a br egeus a href https librivox org reader 7899 james silverstein a br lysander a href https librivox org reader 8488 peter parshall a br demetrius a href https librivox org reader 7556 alex lau a br philostrate puck a href https librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br peter quince prologue a href https librivox org reader 5471 libby gohn a br snug lion a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br nick bottom pyramus a href https librivox org reader 1295 alan mapstone a br francis flute thisby a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br tom snout wall a href https librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br narrator stage directions robin starling moonshine a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br hippolyta a href https librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br oberon a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br helena a href https librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br titania a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br peasblossom first fairy a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br cobweb second fairy a href https librivox org reader 8436 annika vera a br moth third fairy a href https librivox org reader 8437 rebecca a br mustard seed fourth fairy a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br editors sarah parshall kimberly krause p |
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7308 |
7910 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume 5 |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Single author, Single Author Collections |
This, the last of 5 volumes containing Poe's works, contains a collection of both prose and poetry. (Summary by TriciaG) <br/><br/><b>Cast List for Section 42:</b><br/>Narrator / Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8625">Ellen Preckel</a><br>Alessandra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Castiglione: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>DiBroglio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lalage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8664">Pam Castille</a><br>Jacinta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Monk, Benito: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Baldazzar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Politian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8690">Alan Rose</a><br>Voice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br><br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-5-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
this last 5 volumes containing poe s works contains collection prose poetry summary triciag br br b cast list section 42 b br narrator stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8625 ellen preckel a br alessandra a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br castiglione a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br dibroglio a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lalage a href https librivox org reader 8664 pam castille a br jacinta a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br monk benito a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br baldazzar a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br politian a href https librivox org reader 8690 alan rose a br voice a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br br |
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7309 |
7911 |
Posthumous Essays of John Churton Collins |
John Churton Collins |
Philosophy, Religion |
John Churton Collins was a literary critic who lived from 1848-1908. In 1904 John Collins became professor of English literature at Birmingham University (United Kingdom). He writes about the lives of English and German authors beginning with William Shakespeare (1564-1616) and ending with Alfred, Lord Tennyson(1809-1892). He wrote the book in response to On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History, by Thomas Carlyle (1840). His son, L.C. Collins, collected these essays from various sources after his father's death. (Summary by Craig Campbell) <br/><br/>\nAdditional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-posthumous-essays-of-john-churton-collins-by-john-churton-collins/ |
john churton collins literary critic lived 1848 1908 1904 john collins became professor english literature birmingham university united kingdom writes lives english german authors beginning william shakespeare 1564 1616 ending alfred lord tennyson 1809 1892 wrote book response heroes hero worship heroic history thomas carlyle 1840 son l c collins collected essays various sources father s death summary craig campbell br br additional proof listening larry wilson p |
| 7375 |
7554 |
8165 |
Custom of the Country (version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
Literary Fiction |
Edith Wharton's 1913 novel is a devastating critique of American upward mobility, told through the journey of Undine Spragg from fictional Midwestern Apex City to New York to Paris. Undine is determined to acquire money and position through marriage, even if it means multiple divorces. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-custom-of-the-country-solo-version-by-edith-wharton/ |
edith wharton s 1913 novel devastating critique american upward mobility told journey undine spragg fictional midwestern apex city new york paris undine determined acquire money position marriage even means multiple divorces summary elizabeth klett p |
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7310 |
7912 |
Exploits and Triumphs, in Europe, of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion |
Frederick Milnes Edge |
Crafts & Hobbies |
Paul Morphy, born in New Orleans in 1837, was considered the greatest chess player of his era. He was a child prodigy who learned playing chess simply by watching family members play, and when he was only 9 years old, he was hailed as the best chess player in New Orleans. <br>\nThis book describes Morphy's trip to Europe, i.e., England and France, where he wanted to play the European Champion Staunton, a match that never came about as the correspondence included in this book shows. He did play - and beat - virtually every other strong player in Europe though, and tales of these matches and people make up a large part of this book. After his triumphs in Europe, Paul Morphy was considerd the unofficial World Chess Champion, as official championship tournaments were only held from 1886. \n<br>\nMorphy retired from chess in 1859 in order to devote himself to his law practice. He died from a stroke in 1884. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/paul-morphy-the-chess-champion-by-frederick-milnes-edge/ |
paul morphy born new orleans 1837 considered greatest chess player era child prodigy learned playing chess simply watching family members play 9 years old hailed best chess player new orleans br book describes morphy s trip europe i e england france wanted play european champion staunton match never came correspondence included book shows play beat virtually every strong player europe though tales matches people make large part book triumphs europe paul morphy considerd unofficial world chess champion official championship tournaments held 1886 br morphy retired chess 1859 order devote law practice died stroke 1884 summary availle p |
| 7377 |
7311 |
7913 |
Just Sixteen |
Susan Coolidge |
Single Author Collections |
A collection of short stories from the author of the What Katy Did series, for an audience ranging from younger to older children - and enjoyable for adults too! They vary in style - fairy tales, humorous sketches, stories of everyday life, romances, children's scrapes and practical advice - and include the Christmas story "The Pink Sweetmeat". (Summary by Loveday)<p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/just-sixteen-by-susan-coolidge/ |
collection short stories author katy series audience ranging younger older children enjoyable adults too vary style fairy tales humorous sketches stories everyday life romances children s scrapes practical advice include christmas story the pink sweetmeat summary loveday p |
| 7378 |
7312 |
7914 |
Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 1 |
Charles F. Horne |
Biography & Autobiography |
Great Men and Famous Women is an 8-volume work by various authors containing “A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History.” The set is edited by Charles F. Horne, a prolific American author who wrote mainly history. The focus of Volume 1 is “Soldiers and Sailors”. (Summary by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/great-men-and-famous-women-vol-1-by-charles-f-horne/ |
great men famous women 8 volume work various authors containing a series pen pencil sketches lives 200 prominent personages history set edited charles f horne prolific american author wrote mainly history focus volume 1 soldiers sailors summary lubee930 p |
| 7379 |
7313 |
7915 |
Motor Boat Boys' River Chase |
Louis Arundel |
Action & Adventure |
The Motor Boat Boys, by Louis Arundel, is a series of adventure books for boys The series featured six teen-aged boys of the Motor Boat Club, and their adventures on various waterways. This is the sixth book in the series. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/motor-boat-boys-river-chase-by-louis-arundel/ |
motor boat boys louis arundel series adventure books boys series featured six teen aged boys motor boat club adventures various waterways sixth book series summary lynne thompson p |
| 7380 |
7314 |
7916 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces on Vacation |
L. Frank Baum |
General Fiction |
Aunt Jane's Nieces on Vacation is a juvenile novel for girls, written by L. Frank Baum. It is the seventh in the ten volumes in the Aunt Jane's Nieces series, and carries forward the continuing story of the three cousins Lousie Merrick Weldon, Patsy Doyle, and Elizabeth De Graf. Like all the books in the series, it was issued under Baum's "Edith Van Dyne" pseudonym. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-on-vacation-by-l-frank-baum/ |
aunt jane s nieces vacation juvenile novel girls written l frank baum seventh ten volumes aunt jane s nieces series carries forward continuing story three cousins lousie merrick weldon patsy doyle elizabeth de graf like books series issued baum s edith van dyne pseudonym summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 7381 |
7315 |
7917 |
Visits To The Dead In The Catacombs Of Rome |
George Washington Greene |
Essays & Short Works, Travel & Geography |
This essay of a cultured observer, for many years United States consul in Rome, appeared in Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 10, issue 59, April, 1855, pp 577 - 600. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/visits-to-the-dead-in-the-catacombs-of-rome-by-george-washington-greene/ |
essay cultured observer many years united states consul rome appeared harper s new monthly magazine vol 10 issue 59 april 1855 pp 577 600 summary david wales p |
| 7382 |
7316 |
7918 |
Chocolate and Cocoa Recipes and Home Made Candy Recipes |
Janet McKenzie Hill |
Cooking |
A selection of chocolate recipes which were produced for Walter Baker & Co, the oldest producer of chocolate in the United States. Advertisements used by Walter Baker & Co can be found in Section 7. They are read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5468">ashleighjane</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8545">Joanne Rochon</a>. (Summary by ashleighjane)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/chocolate-and-cocoa-recipes-and-home-made-candy-recipes-by-maria-parloa/ |
selection chocolate recipes produced walter baker co oldest producer chocolate united states advertisements used walter baker co found section 7 read by a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a a href https librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a a href https librivox org reader 5468 ashleighjane a a href https librivox org reader 8545 joanne rochon a summary ashleighjane p |
| 7383 |
7317 |
7919 |
Short Poetry Collection 139 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 24 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-139-by-various/ |
collection 24 poems read librivox volunteers december 2014 p |
| 7384 |
7318 |
7920 |
Aeroplanes and Dirigibles of War |
Frederick A. Talbot |
War & Military |
"Aeroplanes and Dirigibles of War" is an interesting read of the beginnings of air warfare in World War I. Anyone interested in early aviation and armament will find this a fascinating work. By William Tomcho.</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/aeroplanes-and-dirigibles-of-war-by-frederick-a-talbot/ |
aeroplanes dirigibles war interesting read beginnings air warfare world war i anyone interested early aviation armament find fascinating work william tomcho p |
| 7385 |
7555 |
8166 |
Short Poetry Collection 124 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-124/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers september 2013 p |
| 7386 |
7319 |
7921 |
Recollections of Bush Life in Australia |
Henry William Haygarth |
Memoirs |
This was written in the mid 1800’s at time when Australia saw an influx of immigration from Europe and when England was sending some prisoners to Australia rather than to prisons. Haygarth shows us what it is like, and what it takes, to live in the Australian Bush. He shows us about the different life on a cattle/sheep station, living miles from the nearest neighbor, getting to town just a few times a year and that it may be several hundred miles away. From his own experiences relates dealings with BushRangers (thieves), building and running a station, breaking wild horses, helping neighbors in times of need. We learn about how disputes are settled, the wildlife and fauna of the bush, aboriginal customs, festivals and weapons. (Summary Kirk202 )</p> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-bush-life-in-australia-by-henry-william-haygarth/ |
written mid 1800 s time australia saw influx immigration europe england sending prisoners australia rather prisons haygarth shows us like takes live australian bush shows us different life cattle sheep station living miles nearest neighbor getting town times year may several hundred miles away experiences relates dealings bushrangers thieves building running station breaking wild horses helping neighbors times need learn disputes settled wildlife fauna bush aboriginal customs festivals weapons summary kirk202 p |
| 7387 |
7320 |
7922 |
Christmas Hirelings |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, General Fiction |
It is the Christmas season once again and things are, well, boring for the adults at Penlyon Castle. "...if somehow or other I had a pack of children belonging to me, I would keep Christmas with the best — keep it as it ought to be kept." says Sir John. His good friend Mr. Danby has the perfect solution - to hire some children to spend Christmas! Thus, the arrival of Lassie, Laddie, and little Moppet - Christmas and Sir John may never be the same again. (Summary by ppcunningham)<br/>Proof Listener - hallejk |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-christmas-hirelings-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
christmas season things are well boring adults penlyon castle if somehow pack children belonging me would keep christmas best keep ought kept says sir john good friend mr danby perfect solution hire children spend christmas thus arrival lassie laddie little moppet christmas sir john may never again summary ppcunningham br proof listener hallejk |
| 7388 |
7321 |
7923 |
Forgiveness (Whittier) |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Forgiveness by John Greenleaf Whittier. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 2, 2013.<br><br>What some of our readers thought..."The whole poem consists of just a single sentence, but a very complex one, loaded with both independent and subordinate clauses and participial phrases... Following his admirable example of gentle tolerance, I forgive his dangling participles." (Leonard Wilson); "Kudos to the poet for writing about forgiveness and mortality in a graveyard without letting any gods elbow in!" (Jason Mills) (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/forgiveness-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings forgiveness john greenleaf whittier weekly poetry project june 2 2013 br br what readers thought the whole poem consists single sentence complex one loaded independent subordinate clauses participial phrases following admirable example gentle tolerance forgive dangling participles leonard wilson kudos poet writing forgiveness mortality graveyard without letting gods elbow in jason mills summary david lawrence p |
| 7389 |
7322 |
7924 |
LibriVox Language Learning Collection Vol. 005 |
Various |
Language learning |
This collection is part of an initiative to create a language learning resource at LibriVox. The LibriVox Language Learning Collections contain readings from various language learning books, grammars, primers, phrasebooks, dictionaries, readers and even other works which contain information on various languages, recount experiences of language learning and encountering new languages or provide guides for correct pronunciation, writing or discourse in a language. These works could describe English or any other language whatsoever, from Latin to Sumerian, Chinese to Wampanoag, Esperanto to Swahili (etc.). (Summary by Nicholas J. Bridgewater) |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-language-learning-collection-vol-005 |
collection part initiative create language learning resource librivox librivox language learning collections contain readings various language learning books grammars primers phrasebooks dictionaries readers even works contain information various languages recount experiences language learning encountering new languages provide guides correct pronunciation writing discourse language works could describe english language whatsoever latin sumerian chinese wampanoag esperanto swahili etc summary nicholas j bridgewater |
| 7390 |
7323 |
7925 |
Boots and Saddles |
Elizabeth Bacon Custer |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Elizabeth Custer has penned an engaging portrait of 1870’s life on a U.S. cavalry post in the Dakotas, just before her husband and his troops met their tragic deaths in the Battle of the Little Big Horn. “Our life,” she writes, “was often as separate from the rest of the world as if we had been living on an island in the ocean.” Her portrait of her husband, General George Armstrong Custer is laudatory—his intellect, his love of dogs (he kept a hunting pack of 40 at the post); but, Boots and Saddles is more than just a memorial. She observes with keen insight, the varied persons, from Indian scouts, to enlisted men, to officer’s wives, who make up the army “family,” on the post. Her sympathetic story about the regimental laundress and midwife, with its sad ending, should take a place in the army’s history of “don’t ask, don’t tell.” (Summary by Sue Anderson) <p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/boots-and-saddles-by-elizabeth-bacon-custer/ |
elizabeth custer penned engaging portrait 1870 s life u s cavalry post dakotas husband troops met tragic deaths battle little big horn our life writes was often separate rest world living island ocean portrait husband general george armstrong custer laudatory his intellect love dogs he kept hunting pack 40 post but boots saddles memorial observes keen insight varied persons indian scouts enlisted men officer s wives make army family post sympathetic story regimental laundress midwife sad ending take place army s history don t ask don t tell summary sue anderson p |
| 7391 |
7324 |
7926 |
1903 Collection |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
This is what people were reading in 1903, short stories, poetry, and non-fiction articles. (Summary by BellonaTimes) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/1903-collection-by-various/ |
people reading 1903 short stories poetry non fiction articles summary bellonatimes |
| 7392 |
7325 |
7927 |
Short Poetry Collection 121 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-121/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers june 2013 p |
| 7393 |
7326 |
7928 |
Daisy Miller: A Study in Two Parts (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Henry James |
Dramatic Readings, Literary Fiction |
Daisy Miller is an 1878 novella by Henry James first appearing in Cornhill Magazine in June–July 1879, and in book form the following year. It portrays the courtship of the beautiful American girl Daisy Miller by Frederick Winterbourne, a sophisticated compatriot of hers. His pursuit of her is hampered by her own flirtatiousness, which is frowned upon by the other expatriates when they meet in Switzerland and Italy. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br><br>Frederick Winterbourne: <a href="librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>Daisy Miller: <a href="librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Randolph Miller: <a href="librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Mrs. Miller: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Mrs. Costello: <a href="librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Walker: <a href="librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>Eugenio: <a >tovarisch</a><br>Giovanelli: <a href="librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Servant: <a href="librivox.org/reader/8308">Halle Kill</a><br>Winterbourne's Friend: <a href="librivox.org/reader/8435">Richard Friday</a><br>Narrator: <a href="librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Michele Eaton</strong></p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/daisy-miller-dramatic-reading-by-henry-james/ |
daisy miller 1878 novella henry james first appearing cornhill magazine june july 1879 book form following year portrays courtship beautiful american girl daisy miller frederick winterbourne sophisticated compatriot hers pursuit hampered flirtatiousness frowned upon expatriates meet switzerland italy summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br br frederick winterbourne a href librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br daisy miller a href librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br randolph miller a href librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br mrs miller a href librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br mrs costello a href librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs walker a href librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br eugenio a tovarisch a br giovanelli a href librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br servant a href librivox org reader 8308 halle kill a br winterbourne s friend a href librivox org reader 8435 richard friday a br narrator a href librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br br strong audio edited michele eaton strong p |
| 7394 |
7327 |
7929 |
Souls for Sale |
Rupert Hughes |
Published 1900 onward |
Perhaps the most commercially successful Hollywood novel of the 1920s, Rupert Hughes' Souls for Sale is a direct response to contemporaneous charges of the film industry's moral laxities and predilections toward vice. Remember "Mem" Steddon, the pious and steadfast daughter of a religious firebrand who preaches about the sins of Hollywood, is forced to migrate to the west coast after discovering that she's become pregnant out of wedlock. On her journey, Mem runs into the inhabitants of a movie colony and soon befriends many of these delightful (if somewhat peculiar) "film folk." She finds temporary employment as a film extra and soon develops aspirations to become a star herself. But Mem soon discovers that Hollywood is a far different place than she had originally imagined and that the road to film stardom is not straightforward or easy to navigate. This novel was the basis for the popular 1923 film adaptation, which starred an up-and-coming Eleanor Boardman and was directed by Rupert Hughes himself. (Summary by ChuckW )<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/souls-for-sale-by-rupert-hughes/ |
perhaps commercially successful hollywood novel 1920s rupert hughes souls sale direct response contemporaneous charges film industry s moral laxities predilections toward vice remember mem steddon pious steadfast daughter religious firebrand preaches sins hollywood forced migrate west coast discovering become pregnant wedlock journey mem runs inhabitants movie colony soon befriends many delightful if somewhat peculiar film folk finds temporary employment film extra soon develops aspirations become star herself mem soon discovers hollywood far different place originally imagined road film stardom straightforward easy navigate novel basis popular 1923 film adaptation starred up and coming eleanor boardman directed rupert hughes himself summary chuckw p |
| 7395 |
7328 |
7930 |
Gobseck |
Honoré de Balzac |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Part of the La Comedie Humane and something of a sequence to Balzac's Father Goriot, the short book's title is the name of the pawn broker/money lender the father Goriot utilized to maintain his spoiled daughters in the luxury he had accustomed them to. This is a continuation of the tale of one of those daughters, Mme Restaud. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/gobseck-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
part la comedie humane something sequence balzac s father goriot short book s title name pawn broker money lender father goriot utilized maintain spoiled daughters luxury accustomed to continuation tale one daughters mme restaud summary jcarson p |
| 7396 |
7329 |
7931 |
Old Wells Dug Out |
Thomas De Witt Talmage |
Christianity - Commentary |
Thomas DeWitt Talmage was born in Bound Brook, New Jersey. He earned an undergraduates degree at the University of the city of New York, now known as New York University. After his graduation he studied law, but ultimately decided on the ministry. He pastored a church in Philadelphia and spoke in many other places including England and New York. This book contains 33 of his sermons all of them well worth a read or listen! They are full of encouragement and thought provoking comments. (Summary by Fiddlesticks) <p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/old-wells-dug-out-by-thomas-de-witt-talmage/ |
thomas dewitt talmage born bound brook new jersey earned undergraduates degree university city new york known new york university graduation studied law ultimately decided ministry pastored church philadelphia spoke many places including england new york book contains 33 sermons well worth read listen full encouragement thought provoking comments summary fiddlesticks p |
| 7397 |
7330 |
7933 |
路上 (Rojyoo) |
Ryūnosuke Akutagawa |
Romance |
英文科の学生、俊介は、小雨の中に、若い女を見かける。一週間後、同人誌「城」の音楽会で、その女性と再会する。俊介の友人、野村のフィアンセ、初子のいとこで辰子と紹介される。そして、また数日後、電車の中で再会する。更に、野村の代役として、初子、辰子と3人で、精神病棟を見に行く。<br><br>This is a romance between Syunnsuke (a university student) & Tatsuko. He saw her in the rain for the first time. In a week he met her again at a concert. They were introduced there.(Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/rojyoo-by-ryunosuke-akutagawa/ |
英文科の学生 俊介は 小雨の中に 若い女を見かける 一週間後 同人誌 城 の音楽会で その女性と再会する 俊介の友人 野村のフィアンセ 初子のいとこで辰子と紹介される そして また数日後 電車の中で再会する 更に 野村の代役として 初子 辰子と3人で 精神病棟を見に行く br br this romance syunnsuke a university student tatsuko saw rain first time week met concert introduced there summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7398 |
7331 |
7934 |
Roll-Call |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
"The Roll-Call" is the sequel to the Clayhanger trilogy. This book concerns the young life of Clayhanger's stepson, George. George Edwin Cannon (he quickly dropped the surname Clayhanger), is an architect, in many ways representing the ambitions held by his stepfather, Edwin. However, he possesses an arrogance endowed by family wealth and Bennett examines with some aplomb the difficulty of bringing up children without spoiling them. George eventually joins the army and this is a fitting finale to this fine series. (Summary by Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-roll-call-by-arnold-bennett/ |
the roll call sequel clayhanger trilogy book concerns young life clayhanger s stepson george george edwin cannon he quickly dropped surname clayhanger architect many ways representing ambitions held stepfather edwin however possesses arrogance endowed family wealth bennett examines aplomb difficulty bringing children without spoiling them george eventually joins army fitting finale fine series summary simon evers p |
| 7399 |
7332 |
7935 |
Comedy of Errors (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins that were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities lead to wrongful beatings, a near-seduction, the arrest of Antipholus of Ephesus, and false accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, and demonic possession.. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br><br>\n<b>CAST LIST<br></b>Antipholus of Ephesus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Antipholus of Syracuse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>Dromio of Ephesus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br>Dromio of Syracuse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8758">Krzys</a><br>Adriana, Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>Luciana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Ægeon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Æmilia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Solinus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Angelo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Balthazar, Gaoler, Officers, and other Attendants: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Pinch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8308">Halle Kill</a><br>First and Second Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright</a><br>Luce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>A Courtezan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>Narrator / Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br><br> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-comedy-of-errors-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
comedy errors tells story two sets identical twins accidentally separated birth antipholus syracuse servant dromio syracuse arrive ephesus turns home twin brothers antipholus ephesus servant dromio ephesus syracusans encounter friends families twins series wild mishaps based mistaken identities lead wrongful beatings near seduction arrest antipholus ephesus false accusations infidelity theft madness demonic possession summary wikipedia br br b cast list br b antipholus ephesus a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br antipholus syracuse a href https librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br dromio ephesus a href https librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br dromio syracuse a href https librivox org reader 8758 krzys a br adriana servant a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br luciana a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br ægeon a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br æmilia a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br solinus a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br angelo a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br balthazar gaoler officers attendants a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br pinch a href https librivox org reader 8308 halle kill a br first second merchant a href https librivox org reader 8466 chris cartwright a br luce a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br a courtezan a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br narrator stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br editor a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br br |
| 7400 |
7333 |
7936 |
Dance of Death |
August Strindberg |
Plays |
<p><i>The Dance of Death</i> is a play in two parts by the Swedish dramatist August Strindberg, written in 1900. It depicts the dissolution of a marriage between Edgar, an artillery captain, and Alice, a former actress. Increasingly isolated in their fort-like house, they manipulate and bait each other, until the unexpected arrival of Curt, Alice's cousin. His presence creates a tense triangular relationship that escalates throughout Part One, and is complicated with the introduction of two of the trio's children, Allan and Judith, in Part Two. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)</p>\n<p><strong>Cast</strong><br>Edgar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Alice: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Curt: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Jenny: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Old Woman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>Allan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Judith: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>Lieutenant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria</a><br>Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8459">Sean Daley</a><br><br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-dance-of-death-by-august-strindberg/ |
p i the dance death i play two parts swedish dramatist august strindberg written 1900 depicts dissolution marriage edgar artillery captain alice former actress increasingly isolated fort like house manipulate bait other unexpected arrival curt alice s cousin presence creates tense triangular relationship escalates throughout part one complicated introduction two trio s children allan judith part two summary elizabeth klett p p strong cast strong br edgar a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br alice a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br curt a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br jenny a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br old woman a href http librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br allan a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br judith a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br lieutenant a href http librivox org reader 8197 victoria a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 8459 sean daley a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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7334 |
7937 |
King in Babylon |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A film company shooting a movie in Egypt becomes embroiled in events that happened in ancient Egypt. A supernatural adventure story about a pharaoh's curse and reincarnation... but with film directors and movie stars as our protagonists. (Written 5 years before King Tut was found!) (Summary by ChuckW )<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-king-in-babylon-by-burton-e-stevenson/ |
film company shooting movie egypt becomes embroiled events happened ancient egypt supernatural adventure story pharaoh s curse reincarnation film directors movie stars protagonists written 5 years king tut found summary chuckw p |
| 7402 |
7335 |
7938 |
As We Forgive Them |
William Le Queux |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Gilbert Greenwood and Reginald Seton are bachelors who share a flat on Great Russell Street. Neither are especially prosperous but through economies, they manage to live well. One of their hobbies is fox hunting. One night, Greenwood, on returning from a fox hunt finds a man and a young girl alongside the road. The girl appears to be exhausted and Gilbert offers assistance to the couple . Greenwood learns the man's name is Burton Blair and the girl is Mabel, his young daughter. After some food and rest, Blair relates to Greenwood that he is in search of a secret which will make him wealthy beyond his dreams and that he and his daughter have been searching for that secret for years. As the story unfolds, Burton Blair has, evidently, found his secret and become wealthy although he will share the secret with no one, not even Mabel. One day, returning from a trip, Blair is found dead on a train. The doctors believe it to be a natural death but Greenwood and Mabel suspect foul play meant to obtain the secret of his wealth. An unknown individual has been named to execute Blair's will but no one knows why. A mysterious code is discovered, one which may truly be undecipherable. Could this code hide the secret to his riches? Is Mabel completely innocent as she appeared? And Greenwood is warned that Seton may also not be reputable. Once again Le Queux weaves a tangled web of intrigue and mystery. (Summary by Tom Weiss) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/as-we-forgive-them-by-william-le-queux/ |
gilbert greenwood reginald seton bachelors share flat great russell street neither especially prosperous economies manage live well one hobbies fox hunting one night greenwood returning fox hunt finds man young girl alongside road girl appears exhausted gilbert offers assistance couple greenwood learns man s name burton blair girl mabel young daughter food rest blair relates greenwood search secret make wealthy beyond dreams daughter searching secret years story unfolds burton blair has evidently found secret become wealthy although share secret one even mabel one day returning trip blair found dead train doctors believe natural death greenwood mabel suspect foul play meant obtain secret wealth unknown individual named execute blair s one knows why mysterious code discovered one may truly undecipherable could code hide secret riches mabel completely innocent appeared greenwood warned seton may also reputable le queux weaves tangled web intrigue mystery summary tom weiss |
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7336 |
7939 |
Sweethearts |
W. S. Gilbert |
Plays |
Sweethearts is a comic play billed as a "dramatic contrast" in two acts by W. S. Gilbert. The play tells a sentimental and ironic story of the differing recollections of a man and a woman about their last meeting together before being separated and reunited after 30 years. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Harry Spreadbrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Jenny Northcott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Wilcox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3657">Bellona Times</a><br />Ruth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/sweethearts-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
sweethearts comic play billed dramatic contrast two acts w s gilbert play tells sentimental ironic story differing recollections man woman last meeting together separated reunited 30 years summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br harry spreadbrow a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br jenny northcott a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br wilcox a href https librivox org reader 3657 bellona times a br ruth a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8466 chris cartwright a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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7337 |
7940 |
Hotel D'Angleterre And Other Stories |
Mary Elizabeth Hawker |
Single Author Collections |
Five short stories by Lanoe Falconer which is the pseudonym of the English writer, Marie Elizabeth Hawker (1848 - 1908). Her works, though few, were well received. Never married, her health was precarious, preventing her from writing more, though she wished to. She died of tuberculosis, as did her brother. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-hotel-dangleterre-and-other-stories-by-mary-elizabeth-hawker/ |
five short stories lanoe falconer pseudonym english writer marie elizabeth hawker 1848 1908 works though few well received never married health precarious preventing writing more though wished to died tuberculosis brother summary david wales p |
| 7405 |
7338 |
7941 |
Key to the Riddle |
Margaret S. Comrie |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Young Azerole Montoux and her brother Leon find themselves separated from their family by the religious persecutions of 1686. Threatened by the authorities and forced to depend on strangers, they must decide whether they can trust God to make sense out of the riddle of their lives. (Summary by bookAngel7)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-key-to-the-riddle-by-margaret-s-comrie/ |
young azerole montoux brother leon find separated family religious persecutions 1686 threatened authorities forced depend strangers must decide whether trust god make sense riddle lives summary bookangel7 p |
| 7406 |
7339 |
7942 |
Whitefoot the Wood Mouse |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
This is the story of Whitefoot the wood mouse, the most timid and shy creature in all the Green Forest. You see, Whitefoot has many enemies who would love nothing more than to make him their dinner. Despite the many perils Whitefoot often faces, he "is one of those wise little people who never allow unpleasant things of the past to spoil their present happiness, and who never borrow trouble from the future." Read about Whitefoot's adventures as he searches for safe places to live, tries to avoid the keen eyes and noses of his enemies, and makes new friends along the way. (Summary by Jill Engle & Thornton W. Burgess) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/whitefoot-the-wood-mouse-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
story whitefoot wood mouse timid shy creature green forest see whitefoot many enemies would love nothing make dinner despite many perils whitefoot often faces is one wise little people never allow unpleasant things past spoil present happiness never borrow trouble future read whitefoot s adventures searches safe places live tries avoid keen eyes noses enemies makes new friends along way summary jill engle thornton w burgess |
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7340 |
7943 |
More Jataka Tales |
Ellen C. Babbitt |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
The continued success of the "Jataka Tales," as retold and published ten years ago, has led to this second and companion volume. Who that has read or told stories to children has not been lured on by the subtle flattery of their cry for "more"? The Jataka tales, regarded as historic in the Third Century B. C., are the oldest collection of folk-lore extant. They come down to us from that dim far-off time when our forebears told tales around the same hearth fire on the roof of the world. (Summary by Ellen C. Babbitt) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/more-jataka-tales-by-ellen-c-babbitt/ |
continued success jataka tales retold published ten years ago led second companion volume read told stories children lured subtle flattery cry more jataka tales regarded historic third century b c oldest collection folk lore extant come us dim far off time forebears told tales around hearth fire roof world summary ellen c babbitt p |
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7341 |
7944 |
Firm of Nucingen |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
Part of the Comedie Humane and a "supplementary" tale to go with Father Goriot and Gobseck. Nucingen is the married family name of one of Father Goriot's daughters. "James Waring" is a pseudonym of Ellen Marriage (Balzac was considered sometimes too racy by the Victorian Age). (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/firm-of-nucingen-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
part comedie humane supplementary tale go father goriot gobseck nucingen married family name one father goriot s daughters james waring pseudonym ellen marriage balzac considered sometimes racy victorian age summary jcarson p |
| 7409 |
7342 |
7945 |
Mother Nature (Dickinson) |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Mother Nature by Emily Dickinson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 3, 2013<br><br>While Emily Dickinson was a prolific private poet, fewer than a dozen of her nearly eighteen hundred poems were published during her lifetime. The work that was published during her lifetime was usually altered significantly by the publishers to fit the conventional poetic rules of the time. Dickinson's poems are unique for the era in which she wrote; they contain short lines, typically lack titles, and often use slant rhyme as well as unconventional capitalization and punctuation. Many of her poems deal with themes of death and immortality, two recurring topics in letters to her friends.<br>Mother Nature is a wonderful poem by Dickinson about nature. (Summary by SarahParshall and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mother-nature-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings mother nature emily dickinson fortnightly poetry project june 3 2013 br br while emily dickinson prolific private poet fewer dozen nearly eighteen hundred poems published lifetime work published lifetime usually altered significantly publishers fit conventional poetic rules time dickinson s poems unique era wrote contain short lines typically lack titles often use slant rhyme well unconventional capitalization punctuation many poems deal themes death immortality two recurring topics letters friends br mother nature wonderful poem dickinson nature summary sarahparshall wikipedia p |
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7343 |
7946 |
Witch Shall Be Born |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction |
The kingdom of Khauran is admittedly a small one, nestled between the vast desert and the plains, but it is blessed with an abundance of rich soil, hard working devoted inhabitants and much gold but most of all by a sweet young queen who is as wise and beneficent as she is beautiful. But then from out of nowhere, disaster strikes. A horrible witch (her evil twin sister) secretly replaces her and introduces devil worship, human sacrifice and other things too repulsive to mention. Conan, who was the captain of her guard is captured and crucified in the desert. From there the incomparable story telling skill of Robert E. Howard takes us on a spiral of exciting intrigue, battle, blood, demons, and final retribution. (summary by phil chenevert)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-witch-shall-be-born-by-robert-e-howard/ |
kingdom khauran admittedly small one nestled vast desert plains blessed abundance rich soil hard working devoted inhabitants much gold sweet young queen wise beneficent beautiful nowhere disaster strikes horrible witch her evil twin sister secretly replaces introduces devil worship human sacrifice things repulsive mention conan captain guard captured crucified desert incomparable story telling skill robert e howard takes us spiral exciting intrigue battle blood demons final retribution summary phil chenevert p |
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7344 |
7947 |
Yellow House |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Vicar and his two daughters move to a small, quiet country village and soon learn that their neighbor in the yellow house holds secrets that will change\neverything they thought to be real in their lives. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer)<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-yellow-house-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
vicar two daughters move small quiet country village soon learn neighbor yellow house holds secrets change everything thought real lives summary sharon kilmer p |
| 7412 |
7345 |
7950 |
Modern Russian Poetry: An Anthology |
Various |
Anthologies |
This volume...aims to present the lyrical poetry of Russian for the last hundred years by a selection of poems translated by the editors...The principle of selection was, so far as might be, aesthetic. Poems were chosen less for their representative quality than for their immediate worth, and of course, their ability to stand the test of translation. Represented authors are: Alexander Pushkin, Yevgeny Baratynsky, Alexey Koltzov, Mikhail Lermontov, Fyodor Tyuchev, Nikolai Nerasov, Alexy K. Tolstoy, Apollon Maikov, Afanasy Shenshin-Foeth, Yakov Polonsky, Vladimir Solovyov, N. Minsky, Dmitry Merezhanovsky, Fyodor Sologub, Zinaida Hippius, Konstantin Balmont, Valery Brusov, Ivan Bunin, Vyacheslav Ivanov, Yuris Balthrushaitis, Maximillian Voloshin, Mikhail Kuzmin, Georgy Chulkov, Alexander Blok, Andrey Bely, Vasily Bashkin, Sergey Gorodetzky, Anna Akhmatova, Igor Severyanin, Nikolai Kluyev, Lubov Stolitza, Sergei Yesenin, Z. Shishova, Piotr Oreshin, and Anatoly Marienhov. (Summary by Kevin Davidson, and the editors) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/modern-russian-poetry-an-anthology-by-various/ |
volume aims present lyrical poetry russian last hundred years selection poems translated editors the principle selection was far might be aesthetic poems chosen less representative quality immediate worth course ability stand test translation represented authors are alexander pushkin yevgeny baratynsky alexey koltzov mikhail lermontov fyodor tyuchev nikolai nerasov alexy k tolstoy apollon maikov afanasy shenshin foeth yakov polonsky vladimir solovyov n minsky dmitry merezhanovsky fyodor sologub zinaida hippius konstantin balmont valery brusov ivan bunin vyacheslav ivanov yuris balthrushaitis maximillian voloshin mikhail kuzmin georgy chulkov alexander blok andrey bely vasily bashkin sergey gorodetzky anna akhmatova igor severyanin nikolai kluyev lubov stolitza sergei yesenin z shishova piotr oreshin anatoly marienhov summary kevin davidson editors p |
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7346 |
7951 |
Much Ado About Nothing (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy, Romance |
Much Ado About Nothing is generally considered one of Shakespeare’s best comedies, because it combines elements of robust hilarity with more serious meditations on honor, shame, and court politics. Much Ado About Nothing chronicles two pairs of lovers: Benedick and Beatrice (the main couple), and Claudio and Hero (the secondary couple). Benedick and Beatrice are engaged in a very "merry war"; they are both very witty and proclaim their disdain of love. In contrast, Claudio and Hero are sweet young people who are rendered practically speechless by their love for one another. Although the young lovers Hero and Claudio provide the main impetus for the plot, the courtship between the wittier, wiser lovers Benedick and Beatrice is what makes Much Ado About Nothing so memorable. Benedick and Beatrice argue with delightful wit, and Shakespeare develops their journey from antagonism to sincere love and affection with a rich sense of humor and compassion. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Leonato: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br />Messenger: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br />Beatrice/Boy/Second Watch: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Hero: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Don Pedro: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />Benedick: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Don John: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br />Claudio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />Antonio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />Conrade: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett Downey</a><br />Borachio: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright</a><br />Balthazar: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7899">James Silverstein</a><br />Margaret: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br >Ursula: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br />Dogberry: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />Verges: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />First Watchman: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7602">rookieblue</a><br />Friar Francis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Sexton/Lord: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by mb and gloriana</strong><p> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/much-ado-about-nothing-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
much ado nothing generally considered one shakespeare s best comedies combines elements robust hilarity serious meditations honor shame court politics much ado nothing chronicles two pairs lovers benedick beatrice the main couple claudio hero the secondary couple benedick beatrice engaged merry war witty proclaim disdain love contrast claudio hero sweet young people rendered practically speechless love one another although young lovers hero claudio provide main impetus plot courtship wittier wiser lovers benedick beatrice makes much ado nothing memorable benedick beatrice argue delightful wit shakespeare develops journey antagonism sincere love affection rich sense humor compassion summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br leonato a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br messenger a href http librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br beatrice boy second watch a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br hero a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br don pedro a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br benedick a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br don john a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br claudio a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br antonio a href http librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br conrade a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett downey a br borachio a href http librivox org reader 8466 chris cartwright a br balthazar a href http librivox org reader 7899 james silverstein a br margaret a href http librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br ursula a href http librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br dogberry a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br verges a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br first watchman a href http librivox org reader 7602 rookieblue a br friar francis a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br sexton lord a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br br strong audio edited mb gloriana strong p |
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7347 |
7952 |
Songs Without Words |
Robert Jones Burdette |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Songs Without Words by Robert J. Burdette. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 9, 2013.<br><br>Robert Jones Burdette was an American humorist and clergyman who became noted through his paragraphs in the Burlington (Iowa) Hawkeye. A collection of his writings, edited by Clara, his second wife, was published in 1922 under the title Robert J. Burdette: His Message.<br>This poem is taken from The Wit and Humor of America, Volume 7. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/songs-without-words-by-robert-j-burdette/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings songs without words robert j burdette weekly poetry project june 9 2013 br br robert jones burdette american humorist clergyman became noted paragraphs burlington iowa hawkeye collection writings edited clara second wife published 1922 title robert j burdette message br this poem taken wit humor america volume 7 summary wikipedia p |
| 7415 |
7348 |
7953 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 012 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox. <br><br />"Tam O'Shanter" übersetzt von Edmund Ruete (1859-1910)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-012-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox br br tam o shanter übersetzt von edmund ruete 1859 1910 p |
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7349 |
7954 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 5 |
Agnes Strickland |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.</p>\n\nVolume 5 includes the biographies of Katharine Parr and Mary I. (Summary by Ann Boulais)<p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-5-by-agnes-strickland/ |
lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elisabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before p volume 5 includes biographies katharine parr mary i summary ann boulais p |
| 7417 |
7350 |
7955 |
Journal from Japan |
Marie Stopes |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Marie Stopes was a highly controversial scientist and activist in her era, campaigning for radical new views of love-based marriage, birth control, and women’s rights. As a scientist, she was a renowned palaeobotanist, specializing in issues concerning coal; these scientific pursuits led her to spend several years in Japan, where she went into some of the country's remotest coal mines to study fossils. While there, she pursued a notorious relationship with Japanese botanist Fujii Kenjiro as well as several romantic dalliances with European women in the lively Tokyo diplomatic community. She established the first birth-control clinic in England in 1921, committed to an abortion-free philosophy of family planning. Stopes continues to be an ambiguous figure in historical consideration, her family-planning philosophies verging throughout her life on less-savory views such as eugenics and race purification, though the terminology employed at the time makes it unclear whether or not she was merely advocating more careful, consciously-planned, and responsible parenthood. That she rejected fascist views of eugenics is plain by her anti-Nazi passions in later life. These journal entries from Japan cover the period of August 6, 1907 through January 24, 1909, and show both her incisively scientific observational powers and a profound appreciation of the poignant beauty of Japanese culture and sensibilities, which she saw to be under threat during that era of modernization and industrialization. (Summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-journal-from-japan-by-marie-stopes/ |
marie stopes highly controversial scientist activist era campaigning radical new views love based marriage birth control women s rights scientist renowned palaeobotanist specializing issues concerning coal scientific pursuits led spend several years japan went country s remotest coal mines study fossils there pursued notorious relationship japanese botanist fujii kenjiro well several romantic dalliances european women lively tokyo diplomatic community established first birth control clinic england 1921 committed abortion free philosophy family planning stopes continues ambiguous figure historical consideration family planning philosophies verging throughout life less savory views eugenics race purification though terminology employed time makes unclear whether merely advocating careful consciously planned responsible parenthood rejected fascist views eugenics plain anti nazi passions later life journal entries japan cover period august 6 1907 january 24 1909 show incisively scientific observational powers profound appreciation poignant beauty japanese culture sensibilities saw threat era modernization industrialization summary expatriate p |
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7351 |
7956 |
Boss |
Edward Sheldon |
Plays, Drama |
The Boss centers on the relationship between Michael Regan, an Irish-American businessman, and Emily Griswold, an outspoken American girl bent on saving her father's business. Set during a time when unions fought for wages and bosses fought for more stake in their company, the play's relevance strikes at the heart of economic issues and hardships in modern day America. (Summary by Amanda Friday)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />James D. Griswold <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br />Donald Griswold: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />Emily Griswold/Fourth Crowd Member: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Mitchell/Second Crowd Member: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Michael R. Regan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />Lawrence Duncan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7278">Jon Smith</a><br />Davis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8435">Richard Friday</a><br />Mrs. Cuyler/Second Police Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br />Gates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br />"Porky" McCoy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett Downey</a><br />Maid/First Crowd Member: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />French Maid/First Police Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Fifth Crowd Member: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Archbishop Sullivan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br >Third Police Officer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8012">Sarah Parshall</a><br />Third Crowd Member: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Michele Eaton</a><br />Police Inspector: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />Scanlan: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7602">rookieblue</a><br />Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7146">nbvoices</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Michele Eaton</strong><p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-boss-by-edward-sheldon/ |
boss centers relationship michael regan irish american businessman emily griswold outspoken american girl bent saving father s business set time unions fought wages bosses fought stake company play s relevance strikes heart economic issues hardships modern day america summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br james d griswold a href http librivox org reader 8291 elliot gage a br donald griswold a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br emily griswold fourth crowd member a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mitchell second crowd member a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br michael r regan a href http librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br lawrence duncan a href http librivox org reader 7278 jon smith a br davis a href http librivox org reader 8435 richard friday a br mrs cuyler second police officer a href http librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br gates a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br porky mccoy a href http librivox org reader 4535 brett downey a br maid first crowd member a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br french maid first police officer a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br fifth crowd member a href http librivox org reader 1492 mb a br archbishop sullivan a href http librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br third police officer a href http librivox org reader 8012 sarah parshall a br third crowd member a href http librivox org reader 7170 michele eaton a br police inspector a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br scanlan a href http librivox org reader 7602 rookieblue a br narrator a href http librivox org reader 7146 nbvoices a br br strong audio edited michele eaton strong p |
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7352 |
7957 |
Anthony Trent, Master Criminal |
Wyndham Martyn |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
In 1918, Anthony Trent, a well-educated young man in his late twenties, lives an unsatisfactory life in a New York boarding house. He writes successful crime fiction stories, but this doesn't pay enough for him to do the things he wants. Things change when he starts to put his knowledge of crime to a practical use... It gets him into serious trouble before long. (Summary by Anna Simon)<BR>\n(This work was first published in the USA in 1918, and falls under the Rule of the Shorter Term). \n<BR><BR>The sequel to this book, <a href="https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-silver-car-by-wyndham-martyn/">The Secret of the Silver Car</a>, is also available on Librivox.<BR> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/anthony-trent-master-criminal-by-wyndham-martyn/ |
1918 anthony trent well educated young man late twenties lives unsatisfactory life new york boarding house writes successful crime fiction stories pay enough things wants things change starts put knowledge crime practical use gets serious trouble long summary anna simon br this work first published usa 1918 falls rule shorter term br br the sequel book a href https librivox org the secret of the silver car by wyndham martyn the secret silver car a also available librivox br |
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7353 |
7958 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 2 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
Political Science |
Carl von Ossietzky (1889-1938), Journalist, Pazifist und Friedensnobelpreisträger [1935], zählte zu den herausragenden Persönlichkeiten in Deutschland zwischen den Weltkriegen. Durch seinen investigativen Journalismus machte er in der Zeitschrift "Die Weltbühne" erstmals auf die Aufrüstung Deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen Spionage verurteilt. \n\nDieser zweite Teil seiner gesammelten Schriften umfasst in verschiedenen Zeitschriften und Zeitungen erschienene Artikel über Politik, Geschichte und Kunst. Provisorische Zusammenfassung von Carolin<p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-2-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky 1889 1938 journalist pazifist und friedensnobelpreisträger 1935 zählte zu den herausragenden persönlichkeiten deutschland zwischen den weltkriegen durch seinen investigativen journalismus machte er der zeitschrift die weltbühne erstmals auf die aufrüstung deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen spionage verurteilt dieser zweite teil seiner gesammelten schriften umfasst verschiedenen zeitschriften und zeitungen erschienene artikel über politik geschichte und kunst provisorische zusammenfassung von carolin p |
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7354 |
7959 |
Old Hampshire Vignettes |
Mary Elizabeth Hawker |
Anthologies |
Lanoe Falconer is the pseudonym of the English writer, Marie Elizabeth Hawker (1848 - 1908). Her works, though few, were well received. She lived most of her life in the Hampshire Valley, the source of these verbal sketches. Never married, her health was precarious, preventing her from writing more, though she wished to. She died of tuberculosis, as did her brother. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/old-hampshire-vignettes-by-lanoe-falconer/ |
lanoe falconer pseudonym english writer marie elizabeth hawker 1848 1908 works though few well received lived life hampshire valley source verbal sketches never married health precarious preventing writing more though wished to died tuberculosis brother summary david wales p |
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7355 |
7960 |
Sermon on the Mount - Commentary |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Saint John Chrysostom's Homilies 15-25, on the Gospel of Saint Matthew, expound upon Matthew Chapters 5-7, known as The Sermon on the Mount, containing perhaps the most well-known teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. (Summary by the reader)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-sermon-on-the-mount-commentary-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
saint john chrysostom s homilies 15 25 gospel saint matthew expound upon matthew chapters 5 7 known sermon mount containing perhaps well known teachings lord jesus christ summary reader p |
| 7423 |
7356 |
7961 |
Happy Days |
A. A. Milne |
Humorous Fiction |
Although best known for his Winnie the Pooh stories, A.A. Milne spent years as an editor at the English humor magazine Punch. These sprightly essays were chosen from the hundreds he wrote during that period. As usual, they are funny, wry, and poke fun at almost all of our human foibles. There are 6 short one act plays that he wrote to demonstrate the 6 allowable plots for amateur playwrights and they are absolutely hilarious. The other topics run the gamut from dogs to dates. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/happy-days-by-a-a-milne/ |
although best known winnie pooh stories a a milne spent years editor english humor magazine punch sprightly essays chosen hundreds wrote period usual funny wry poke fun almost human foibles 6 short one act plays wrote demonstrate 6 allowable plots amateur playwrights absolutely hilarious topics run gamut dogs dates summary phil chenevert p |
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7357 |
7962 |
Grüne Gesicht |
Gustav Meyrink |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Der Roman dreht sich um ein etwas unfreiwilliges Liebespaar, das in Kontakt mit immer abstruser werdenden Gestalten, Diebstählen, Morden ... mehr und mehr in ein Reich der Mystik und Fantasie abgedrängt und schliesslich getrennt zu werden droht. Dabei tauchen immer wieder Visionen des Ewigen Juden auf, den Meyrink unter dem Namen Cidher Grün auch in anderen Werken thematisiert.<br><br>\nAls schliesslich das Unfassbare geschieht, bleibt dem Helden Hauberrisser am Ende nur, zu versuchen, den Tod zu überwinden, um zu einem inneren und äußeren unendlichen Leben zu finden, die geistige Blindheit abzuschütteln und die Erleuchtung zu erlangen, - während um ihn herum die Welt in einer Apokalypse unterzugehen droht... \n(Zusammenfassung von crowwings)</p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/das-gruene-gesicht-by-gustav-meyrink/ |
der roman dreht sich um ein etwas unfreiwilliges liebespaar das kontakt mit immer abstruser werdenden gestalten diebstählen morden mehr und mehr ein reich der mystik und fantasie abgedrängt und schliesslich getrennt zu werden droht dabei tauchen immer wieder visionen des ewigen juden auf den meyrink unter dem namen cidher grün auch anderen werken thematisiert br br als schliesslich das unfassbare geschieht bleibt dem helden hauberrisser ende nur zu versuchen den tod zu überwinden um zu einem inneren und äußeren unendlichen leben zu finden die geistige blindheit abzuschütteln und die erleuchtung zu erlangen während um ihn herum die welt einer apokalypse unterzugehen droht zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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7358 |
7963 |
Young Carthaginian |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
Typically, Henty's heroes are boys of pluck in troubled times, and this is no different. Detailed research is embellished with a vivid imagination, especially in this novel set in the Punic wars, about which knowledge is limited: "...certainly we had but a hazy idea as to the merits of the struggle and knew but little of its events, for the Latin and Greek authors, which serve as the ordinary textbooks in schools, do not treat of the Punic wars. That it was a struggle for empire at first, and latterly one for existence on the part of Carthage, that Hannibal was a great and skilful general, that he defeated the Romans at Trebia, Lake Trasimenus, and Cannae, and all but took Rome, and that the Romans behaved with bad faith and great cruelty at the capture of Carthage, represents, I think, pretty nearly the sum total of our knowledge. " (from the preface)<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-carthaginian-by-g-a-henty/ |
typically henty s heroes boys pluck troubled times different detailed research embellished vivid imagination especially novel set punic wars knowledge limited certainly hazy idea merits struggle knew little events latin greek authors serve ordinary textbooks schools treat punic wars struggle empire first latterly one existence part carthage hannibal great skilful general defeated romans trebia lake trasimenus cannae took rome romans behaved bad faith great cruelty capture carthage represents think pretty nearly sum total knowledge from preface p |
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7359 |
7964 |
To a Faded Rose |
Maurice Switzer |
Satire, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 16 recordings of "To a Faded Rose" by Maurice Switzer. This was the Weekly Poetry selection for June 16, 2013.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-faded-rose-by-maurice-switzer |
librivox readers bring 16 recordings to faded rose maurice switzer weekly poetry selection june 16 2013 p |
| 7427 |
7360 |
7965 |
Persuasion (version 6 dramatic reading) |
Jane Austen |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
More than eight years before the novel opens, Anne Elliot, then a lovely, thoughtful, warm-hearted 19 year old, accepted a proposal of marriage from the handsome young naval officer Frederick Wentworth. He was clever, confident, and ambitious, but poor and with no particular family connections to recommend him. Sir Walter, Anne's fatuous, snobbish father and her equally self-involved older sister Elizabeth were dissatisfied with her choice, maintaining that he was no match for an Elliot of Kellynch Hall, the family estate. Her older friend and mentor, Lady Russell, acting in place of Anne's late mother, persuaded her to break the engagement. Now 27 and still unmarried, Anne re-encounters her former love when his sister and brother-in-law, the Crofts, take out a lease on Kellynch. Wentworth is now a captain and wealthy from maritime victories in the Napoleonic wars. However, he has not forgiven Anne for rejecting him. While publicly declaring that he is ready to marry any suitable young woman who catches his fancy, he privately resolves that he is ready to become attached to any appealing young woman except for Anne Elliot. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br/><br/><b>Cast List</b><br/>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Sir Walter Elliot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Lady Russell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Mr. Shepherd / Mr. Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Clay: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Sir Basil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8435">Richard Friday</a><br>Anne Elliot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br>Mary Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Elizabeth Elliot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Mrs. Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Charles Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Henrietta Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Louisa Musgrove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Captain Frederick Wentworth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>Mrs. Croft: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Admiral Croft: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Charles Hayter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Innkeeper / Sir William Elliot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Waiter / First Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Captain Harville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Mrs. Harville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Lady Dalrymple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br>Mrs. Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7839">Loveday</a><br>Second Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Third Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br><br>Edited by Michele Eaton<br/><br/> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-dramatic-reading-by-jane-austen/ |
eight years novel opens anne elliot lovely thoughtful warm hearted 19 year old accepted proposal marriage handsome young naval officer frederick wentworth clever confident ambitious poor particular family connections recommend him sir walter anne s fatuous snobbish father equally self involved older sister elizabeth dissatisfied choice maintaining match elliot kellynch hall family estate older friend mentor lady russell acting place anne s late mother persuaded break engagement 27 still unmarried anne re encounters former love sister brother in law crofts take lease kellynch wentworth captain wealthy maritime victories napoleonic wars however forgiven anne rejecting him publicly declaring ready marry suitable young woman catches fancy privately resolves ready become attached appealing young woman except anne elliot summary wikipedia br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br sir walter elliot a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lady russell a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br mr shepherd mr musgrove a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs clay a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br sir basil a href https librivox org reader 8435 richard friday a br anne elliot a href https librivox org reader 5269 elizabeth barr a br mary musgrove a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br elizabeth elliot a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br mrs musgrove a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br charles musgrove a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br henrietta musgrove a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br louisa musgrove a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br captain frederick wentworth a href https librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br mrs croft a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br admiral croft a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br charles hayter a href https librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br innkeeper sir william elliot a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br waiter first lady a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br captain harville a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br mrs harville a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br lady dalrymple a href https librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br mrs smith a href https librivox org reader 7839 loveday a br second lady a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br third lady a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br br edited michele eaton br br |
| 7428 |
7361 |
7966 |
Rosa Bonheur |
François Crastre |
Art, Design & Architecture |
A Masterpieces in Colour series book. Very informative with a biography and critique of the artist's work and how well she was beloved. (Summary by Susan Morin)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/rosa-bonheur-by-francois-crastre/ |
masterpieces colour series book informative biography critique artist s work well beloved summary susan morin p |
| 7429 |
7362 |
7967 |
Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands |
Mary Seacole |
Biography & Autobiography |
I should have thought that no preface would have been required to introduce Mrs. Seacole to the British public, or to recommend a book which must, from the circumstances in which the subject of it was placed, be unique in literature. If singleness of heart, true charity, and Christian works; if trials and sufferings, dangers and perils, encountered boldly by a helpless woman on her errand of mercy in the camp and in the battle-field, can excite sympathy or move curiosity, Mary Seacole will have many friends and many readers. She is no Anna Comnena, who presents us with a verbose history, but a plain truth-speaking woman, who has lived an adventurous life amid scenes which have never yet found a historian among the actors on the stage where they passed. I have witnessed her devotion and her courage; I have already borne testimony to her services to all who needed them. She is the first who has redeemed the name of “sutler” from the suspicion of worthlessness, mercenary baseness, and plunder; and I trust that England will not forget one who nursed her sick, who sought out her wounded to aid and succour them, and who performed the last offices for some of her illustrious dead. (Summary from the Preface by W. H. Russell)</p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/wonderful-adventures-of-mrs-seacole-in-many-lands-by-mary-seacole/ |
thought preface would required introduce mrs seacole british public recommend book must circumstances subject placed unique literature singleness heart true charity christian works trials sufferings dangers perils encountered boldly helpless woman errand mercy camp battle field excite sympathy move curiosity mary seacole many friends many readers anna comnena presents us verbose history plain truth speaking woman lived adventurous life amid scenes never yet found historian among actors stage passed witnessed devotion courage already borne testimony services needed them first redeemed name sutler suspicion worthlessness mercenary baseness plunder trust england forget one nursed sick sought wounded aid succour them performed last offices illustrious dead summary preface w h russell p |
| 7430 |
7363 |
7968 |
Magic Skin |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
Something along the lines of Dorian Gray as part of the Comedies Humane Philosophique, this is Balzac's first successful novel. He even wrote "criticisms" of the writing himself in promotion of the book, in addition to hyping the work before it even came out. It is a criticism of materialism and French bourgeoisie as so many of his compiled works seek to be. Some same characters reappear. (Summary by JCarson)</p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-skin-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
something along lines dorian gray part comedies humane philosophique balzac s first successful novel even wrote criticisms writing promotion book addition hyping work even came out criticism materialism french bourgeoisie many compiled works seek be characters reappear summary jcarson p |
| 7431 |
7364 |
7969 |
Lad: A Dog |
Albert Payson Terhune |
Animals & Nature |
Lad: A Dog is a 1919 American novel written by Albert Payson Terhune and published by E. P. Dutton. Composed of twelve short stories first published in magazines, the novel is based on the life of Terhune's real-life rough collie, Lad. Born in 1902, the real-life Lad was an unregistered collie of unknown lineage originally owned by Terhune's father. Lad's death in 1918 was mourned by many of the story's fans, particularly children. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/lad-a-dog-by-albert-payson-terhune/ |
lad dog 1919 american novel written albert payson terhune published e p dutton composed twelve short stories first published magazines novel based life terhune s real life rough collie lad born 1902 real life lad unregistered collie unknown lineage originally owned terhune s father lad s death 1918 mourned many story s fans particularly children summary wikipedia p |
| 7432 |
7365 |
7970 |
Titus: a comrade of the cross |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Christian Fiction |
Titus: A Comrade of the cross is a book full of suspense and drama, but more importantly truth. It is about Titus, a young man living in the time of Christ. He is a part of the lowest class of society, his father is a thief, and Titus' brother, whom He is very attached to, is a cripple. Titus and his brother, Stephen, abhor the life of their father, yet Titus has no choice but to join him and the rest of the group of law breakers and thieves occasionally. He yearns for somthing better. One day he hears of Jesus. Titus and Stephen learn more about him, as they hear and see more of Jesus and his disciples, they have some very difficult choices to make. Along the way Titus meets Barabbas, Jesus Mother, Mary, and has some incredible experiences. This story takes you not only to the very foot of the cross, but to the three crosses themselves. The ending is very unexpected, and may seem rather sad, but it does not leave you depressed, rather, full of joy and hope! (Summary by Tiffany ) <p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/titus-a-comrade-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
titus comrade cross book full suspense drama importantly truth titus young man living time christ part lowest class society father thief titus brother attached to cripple titus brother stephen abhor life father yet titus choice join rest group law breakers thieves occasionally yearns somthing better one day hears jesus titus stephen learn him hear see jesus disciples difficult choices make along way titus meets barabbas jesus mother mary incredible experiences story takes foot cross three crosses themselves ending unexpected may seem rather sad leave depressed rather full joy hope summary tiffany p |
| 7433 |
7372 |
7978 |
Recollections of the Civil War |
Charles Anderson Dana |
Memoirs |
Recollections of the Civil War records the events that took place during the American Civil war. It forms one of the most remarkable volumes of historical, political, and personal reminiscences which have been given to the public. Mr. Dana wrote these Recollections of the civil war according to a purpose which he had entertained for several years. They were completed only a few months before his death on October 17, 1897. Go to the e-book on this book's catalog page for some great illustrations and an index. (Summary by Preface and WoollyBee)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-the-civil-war-by-charles-anderson-dana/ |
recollections civil war records events took place american civil war forms one remarkable volumes historical political personal reminiscences given public mr dana wrote recollections civil war according purpose entertained several years completed months death october 17 1897 go e book book s catalog page great illustrations index summary preface woollybee p |
| 7434 |
7366 |
7971 |
Anti-Coup |
Bruce Jenkins |
Political Science |
Supporters of political democracy, human rights, and social justice have good reasons to be alarmed about coups d'état. These abrupt seizures of the state apparatus have occurred with great frequency in recent decades. Coups have overthrown established constitutional democratic systems of government, halted movements toward greater democracy, and have imposed brutal and oppressive regimes. Coups d'état are one of the main ways in which new dictatorships are established. Coups may also precipitate civil wars and international crises. Coups remain a major unsolved defense problem. This book describes an anti-coup policy focused on defense of the society by the society itself, using non-violent methods. The two basic principles of anti-coup defense promoted in this book are to: 1) deny legitimacy to the putschists, and 2) to resist the putschists with noncooperation and defiance. (Summary by Benjamin Gittins) |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/the-anti-coup-by-gene-sharp/ |
supporters political democracy human rights social justice good reasons alarmed coups d état abrupt seizures state apparatus occurred great frequency recent decades coups overthrown established constitutional democratic systems government halted movements toward greater democracy imposed brutal oppressive regimes coups d état one main ways new dictatorships established coups may also precipitate civil wars international crises coups remain major unsolved defense problem book describes anti coup policy focused defense society society itself using non violent methods two basic principles anti coup defense promoted book to 1 deny legitimacy putschists 2 resist putschists noncooperation defiance summary benjamin gittins |
| 7435 |
7367 |
7972 |
Ancient and Modern Celebrated Freethinkers |
Charles Bradlaugh |
Biography & Autobiography, Atheism & Agnosticism |
This book presents a brief bio and a summary of important ideas & events in the lives of 23 great philosophers from ancient times through the 19th century. The book focuses on freethinkers, who are known to say things which upset those in power, Several of these men paid for their beliefs with their lives; many others were persecuted and imprisoned for saying what they believed. (Summary by Ted Delorme) <br>\nProoflisteners: silverquill and lubee930</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/ancient-modern-celebrated-freethinkers-by-charles-bradlaugh/ |
book presents brief bio summary important ideas events lives 23 great philosophers ancient times 19th century book focuses freethinkers known say things upset power several men paid beliefs lives many others persecuted imprisoned saying believed summary ted delorme br prooflisteners silverquill lubee930 p |
| 7436 |
7368 |
7973 |
Gladiator |
Philip Wylie |
Science Fiction |
Gladiator by Philip Wylie is the story of a man who although normal in all other ways, through the genius of his Father a biologist attains the strength and impregnability of a superman. The problems he encounters in trying to fit into a society of normal human beings who show fear and hatred whenever they view his abnormal strength and physical ability pains him to the point of having to leave civilization. (Summary by the reader)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/gladiator-by-philip-wylie/ |
gladiator philip wylie story man although normal ways genius father biologist attains strength impregnability superman problems encounters trying fit society normal human beings show fear hatred whenever view abnormal strength physical ability pains point leave civilization summary reader p |
| 7437 |
7369 |
7974 |
Pitching in a Pinch |
Christy Mathewson |
*Non-fiction, Memoirs |
In this book Mathewson is telling the reader of the game as it is played in the Big Leagues.... It’s as good as his pitching and some exciting things have happened in the Big Leagues, stories that never found their way into the newspapers. Matty has told them. This is a true tale of Big Leaguers, their habits and their methods of playing the game, written by one of them. (Summary by John N. Wheeler -- from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/pitching-in-a-pinch-by-christy-mathewson/ |
book mathewson telling reader game played big leagues it s good pitching exciting things happened big leagues stories never found way newspapers matty told them true tale big leaguers habits methods playing game written one them summary john n wheeler introduction p |
| 7438 |
7370 |
7976 |
Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831) |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Literary Fiction |
A mentally unstable genius, Victor Frankenstein, inspired by the dreams of ancient alchemists and empowered by modern science, creates a humanoid but fails to nurture and educate it after it comes to life. It wanders alone into a hostile world, where fear of its size and ugliness subjects it to violence and ostracism, which in time it learns to blame upon its maker. As compensation for its suffering, it demands that he create a companion with whom to share its outcast life. Moved by the creature's account of its sufferings, the scientist agrees, but a long period of procrastination awakens doubts that ultimately cause him to break his promise. In retaliation, the creature begins a campaign of vengeance. Although its serious crimes are limited to those which will wound his maker's heart, Victor imagines much more widespread harm, supposing the human race itself to be the creature's intended victim. There then follows a chase into the frozen north, which the creature prolongs so as to destroy his pursuer by exposure and exhaustion.\n\nThis story, narrated by Victor, forms a frame surrounding the creature's tale of its wanderings, education, and unhappy encounters with human beings. Victor's narrative is itself framed within a series of letters written by the young mariner who rescues him from an iceberg while engaged in his own ambitious scientific endeavor, searching for the North Pole.\n\nThis novel was begun while the author and her lover, Percy Shelley, were in hiding from her father and Percy's wife on the shores of Lake Geneva, where they were the frequent house guests of Lord Byron. The young people all began to write "ghost" stories, but only Mary's was destined to enjoy success. The novel was published in 1818. Percy contributed a preface and later made extensive emendations. After his death Mary herself thoroughly revised the text and published it again in 1831. This is the text read in this project. (Summary by Thomas Copeland) <p> |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-edition-1831-by-mary-shelley-wollstonecraft/ |
mentally unstable genius victor frankenstein inspired dreams ancient alchemists empowered modern science creates humanoid fails nurture educate comes life wanders alone hostile world fear size ugliness subjects violence ostracism time learns blame upon maker compensation suffering demands create companion share outcast life moved creature s account sufferings scientist agrees long period procrastination awakens doubts ultimately cause break promise retaliation creature begins campaign vengeance although serious crimes limited wound maker s heart victor imagines much widespread harm supposing human race creature s intended victim follows chase frozen north creature prolongs destroy pursuer exposure exhaustion story narrated victor forms frame surrounding creature s tale wanderings education unhappy encounters human beings victor s narrative framed within series letters written young mariner rescues iceberg engaged ambitious scientific endeavor searching north pole novel begun author lover percy shelley hiding father percy s wife shores lake geneva frequent house guests lord byron young people began write ghost stories mary s destined enjoy success novel published 1818 percy contributed preface later made extensive emendations death mary thoroughly revised text published 1831 text read project summary thomas copeland p |
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7371 |
7977 |
Secret Mark |
Roy J. Snell |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Student Lucile Tucker works part-time at the library of the large university she attends in Chicago to help pay her tuition. One night, while closing the library for the evening, she glimpses a small child – a girl – in the stacks. Carefully following her, Lucile can’t believe her eyes when the child, unaware that she has been seen, manages to steal a valuable book from the collection and practically disappear from the library right before Lucile’s eyes. This is only the beginning of her search for why this child took this book (and others). Lucile enlists the assistance of her good friend and roommate Florence, a fellow student, to attempt to solve this mystery on her own. She can’t bear the thought of this sweet-faced child being turned over to the police despite her apparent thefts. Enter the world of these college women as they brave the city streets at night in unsavory sections of Chicago on their quest. Who is the elderly man in the crumbling cottage? What is the significance of the ‘mark’ inside the front covers of the books? Has someone been shadowing the women on their search… (Summary by Lee Ann Howlett) </p><p>\nListeners outside the USA: Roy J. Snell died in 1959. The author's work is still protected by copyright in places, like Europe, where copyright is author's death plus 70 years, and Australia (author's death plus 70 years for authors who died after 1955).<p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-mark-by-roy-j-snell/ |
student lucile tucker works part time library large university attends chicago help pay tuition one night closing library evening glimpses small child girl stacks carefully following her lucile can t believe eyes child unaware seen manages steal valuable book collection practically disappear library right lucile s eyes beginning search child took book and others lucile enlists assistance good friend roommate florence fellow student attempt solve mystery own can t bear thought sweet faced child turned police despite apparent thefts enter world college women brave city streets night unsavory sections chicago quest elderly man crumbling cottage significance mark inside front covers books someone shadowing women search summary lee ann howlett p p listeners outside usa roy j snell died 1959 author s work still protected copyright places like europe copyright author s death plus 70 years australia author s death plus 70 years authors died 1955 p |
| 7440 |
9561 |
10196 |
Works and Days, The Theogony, and The Shield of Heracles |
Hesiod |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
<br />Works and Days provides advice on agrarian matters and personal conduct. The Theogony explains the ancestry of the gods. The Shield of Heracles is the adventure of Heracles accepting an enemy's challenge to fight. - Summary by Arthur Krolman<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/works-and-days-the-theogony-and-the-shield-of-heracles-by-hesiod/ |
br works days provides advice agrarian matters personal conduct theogony explains ancestry gods shield heracles adventure heracles accepting enemy s challenge fight summary arthur krolman p |
| 7441 |
7373 |
7979 |
Just Sweethearts; A Christmas Love Story |
Harry Stillwell Edwards |
Romance |
“Clearly he was one of those rare beings who can radiate energy standing still and convey the impression of impetuous force without motion, a trick of the eyes, a refusal to sag…. King saw her first as she started across Cherry Street from the far corner, a slender figure moving with grace and assurance through the dangerous procession of motor cars, still handled in the South as new toys,…” What is the secret that may keep these two, meant for each other, apart?\n\nBook quote and David Wales</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/just-sweethearts-a-christmas-love-story-by-harry-stillwell-edwards/ |
clearly one rare beings radiate energy standing still convey impression impetuous force without motion trick eyes refusal sag king saw first started across cherry street far corner slender figure moving grace assurance dangerous procession motor cars still handled south new toys secret may keep two meant other apart book quote david wales p |
| 7442 |
7374 |
7980 |
Shadow of Victory |
Myrtle Reed |
Romance |
This is another work by the author Myrtle Reed who is also the author of "The Spinster Book" and "Old Rose and Silver" and was a best-seller during 1903. (Summary by sidhu177)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-of-victory-by-myrtle-reed/ |
another work author myrtle reed also author the spinster book old rose silver best seller 1903 summary sidhu177 p |
| 7443 |
7375 |
7981 |
Among the Pond People |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature, Short works |
Lovely book for children written by teacher and naturalist Clara Dillingham Pierson. This book in the "Among the People" series explores the animal inhabitants of a pond. The beautiful writing brings the pond creatures into being in the reader's imagination and allows them a glimpse of the mysterious lives being carried out above and below the water's surface. (Summary by Jill Engle)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-pond-people-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
lovely book children written teacher naturalist clara dillingham pierson book among people series explores animal inhabitants pond beautiful writing brings pond creatures reader s imagination allows glimpse mysterious lives carried water s surface summary jill engle p |
| 7444 |
7376 |
7982 |
Schetsen van Boz |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Het eerste literaire werk van Charles Dickens gepubliceerd onder zijn pseudoniem BOZ. Korte verhalen over alledaagse mensen in alledaagse situaties. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)<br /><br /> |
Dutch |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/schetsen-van-boz-by-charles-dickens/ |
het eerste literaire werk van charles dickens gepubliceerd onder zijn pseudoniem boz korte verhalen alledaagse mensen alledaagse situaties samenvatting door marcel coenders br br |
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7377 |
7983 |
Abaft The Funnel |
Rudyard Kipling |
Single Author Collections |
"Men in pajamas sitting abaft the funnel and swapping lies of the purple seas." Thirty one early short stories by the master story teller Kipling. (Summary by David Wales and title page) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/abaft-the-funnel-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
men pajamas sitting abaft funnel swapping lies purple seas thirty one early short stories master story teller kipling summary david wales title page |
| 7446 |
7378 |
7984 |
Guide to Modern Cookery (Le Guide Culinaire) Part I: Fundamental Elements |
Auguste Escoffier |
*Non-fiction, Cooking |
<br /><em>Le Guide Culinaire</em> can be regarded as the ‘Bible’ of modern cooking. It was Escoffier's attempt to codify and streamline the French restaurant food of the day. The original text was printed for the use of professional chefs and kitchen staff; Escoffier's introduction to the first edition explains his intention that the book be used toward the education of the younger generation of cooks. This usage of the book still holds today; many culinary schools still use it as their core textbook. The book overall is 900 pages long and contains over 2500 recipes. Part 1 is 120 pages long and describes the basic principles and techniques required for the chef, including descriptions of more than 250 recipes and preparations. (Summary by Chris Cartwright adapted from Wikipedia) <br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/guide-to-modern-cookery-1-by-auguste-escoffier/ |
br em le guide culinaire em regarded bible modern cooking escoffier s attempt codify streamline french restaurant food day original text printed use professional chefs kitchen staff escoffier s introduction first edition explains intention book used toward education younger generation cooks usage book still holds today many culinary schools still use core textbook book overall 900 pages long contains 2500 recipes part 1 120 pages long describes basic principles techniques required chef including descriptions 250 recipes preparations summary chris cartwright adapted wikipedia br br |
| 7447 |
7379 |
7985 |
Iphigenia in Aulis |
Euripides |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Plays |
Iphigenia in Aulis is the last extant work of the playwright Euripides. The Greek fleet is waiting at Aulis, Boeotia, with its ships ready to sail for Troy, but it is unable to depart due to a strange lack of wind. After consulting the seer Calchas, the Greek leaders learn that this is no mere meteorological abnormality but rather the will of the goddess Artemis, who is withholding the winds because Agamemnon has caused her offense. Calchas informs the general that in order to appease the goddess, he must sacrifice his eldest daughter, Iphigenia. Agamemnon, in spite of his horror, must consider this seriously because his assembled troops, who have been waiting on the beach and are increasingly restless, may rebel if their bloodlust is not satisfied. He sends a message to his wife, Clytemnestra, telling her to send Iphigenia to Aulis on the pretext that the girl is to be married to the Greek warrior Achilles before he sets off to fight. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br><strong>Cast</strong><br>Agamemnon: Bob Neufeld<br>Old Man: Todd<br>Menelaus: Algy Pug<br>Chorus/Messenger: Elizabeth Klett<br>Clytemnestra: Libby Gohn<br>Iphigenia: Amanda Friday<br>Achilles: Denny Sayers<br>Narrator: Charlotte Duckett<br><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong></p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenia-in-aulis-by-euripides/ |
iphigenia aulis last extant work playwright euripides greek fleet waiting aulis boeotia ships ready sail troy unable depart due strange lack wind consulting seer calchas greek leaders learn mere meteorological abnormality rather goddess artemis withholding winds agamemnon caused offense calchas informs general order appease goddess must sacrifice eldest daughter iphigenia agamemnon spite horror must consider seriously assembled troops waiting beach increasingly restless may rebel bloodlust satisfied sends message wife clytemnestra telling send iphigenia aulis pretext girl married greek warrior achilles sets fight summary wikipedia br br strong cast strong br agamemnon bob neufeld br old man todd br menelaus algy pug br chorus messenger elizabeth klett br clytemnestra libby gohn br iphigenia amanda friday br achilles denny sayers br narrator charlotte duckett br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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7380 |
7986 |
House of the White Shadows |
B. L. Farjeon |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Is a defense attorney bound to defend his client, or with his conscience, when he knows that the man he is defending is guilty of the charges against him after the trial has already commenced? And if friends hold a belief that he may have been aware of it before the trial commenced, yet they are endeared to the man and his family as upstanding and of the highest grade? Might it not become cause for blackmail, and therefore potential retribution? "The House of White Shadows" brings these issues to the forefront, while the reader learns of the background of the advocate, his family history, and the house in question. The characters in the story, the history of the house, the truth behind the white shadows are all woven together in a fascinating manner to be brought to fruition as the books progress with dramatic insight and understanding.<br><br>Mr. Farjeon's style is remarkable for its vivid realism. The London "Athenæum" in a long and appreciative review styles him "a master of realistic fiction." On account of his sentiment and minute characterization he is regarded as a follower of the method of Dickens. No writer since that master can picture like Farjeon the touching and pathetic type of innocent childhood, pure in spite of miserable and squalid surroundings. He can paint, too, a scene of sombre horror so vividly that even Dickens himself could scarcely emulate its realism. (Summary from preface and by Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-white-shadows-by-b-j-farjeon/ |
defense attorney bound defend client conscience knows man defending guilty charges trial already commenced friends hold belief may aware trial commenced yet endeared man family upstanding highest grade might become cause blackmail therefore potential retribution the house white shadows brings issues forefront reader learns background advocate family history house question characters story history house truth behind white shadows woven together fascinating manner brought fruition books progress dramatic insight understanding br br mr farjeon s style remarkable vivid realism london athenæum long appreciative review styles a master realistic fiction account sentiment minute characterization regarded follower method dickens writer since master picture like farjeon touching pathetic type innocent childhood pure spite miserable squalid surroundings paint too scene sombre horror vividly even dickens could scarcely emulate realism summary preface roger melin p |
| 7449 |
9562 |
10197 |
Rainer Maria Rilke: Poems |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Single author |
A selection of poems by this renowned German poet. - Summary by Peter Tucker</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/rainer-maria-rilke-poems/ |
selection poems renowned german poet summary peter tucker p |
| 7450 |
7381 |
7987 |
Life of Anthony |
Athanasius of Alexandria |
Biography & Autobiography |
Anthony (251-356CE) lived in Egypt, and became one of the fathers of Christian desert monasticism. When he was about 18 years old, and having inherited a large fortune, he heard a sermon about Jesus challenging the rich young ruler to "go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasures in heaven; and come, follow Me." (Matt 19:21) Antony immediately sold all he had, and went out into the desert to life a life of poverty, chastity and obedience. For the rest of his life, he fought demons, performed miracles, becoming a legend in his own long lifetime. (Summary by Matthew James Gray) </p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-anthony-by-athanasius-of-alexandria/ |
anthony 251 356ce lived egypt became one fathers christian desert monasticism 18 years old inherited large fortune heard sermon jesus challenging rich young ruler go sell give poor treasures heaven come follow me matt 19 21 antony immediately sold had went desert life life poverty chastity obedience rest life fought demons performed miracles becoming legend long lifetime summary matthew james gray p |
| 7451 |
7382 |
7988 |
Ramayan, Book 6 |
Valmiki |
Poetry, Religion, Other religions |
The Ramayan is an ancient Sanskrit epic. It is attributed to the Hindu sage Valmiki and forms an important part of the Hindu canon (smṛti). The Ramayana is one of the two great epics of India, the other being Mahabharata. It is the story of Rama, who embarks on an epic journey followed by the fight with Ravana, the demon king who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The epic depicts the duties of relationships, portraying ideal characters like the ideal servant, the ideal brother, the ideal wife and the ideal king. Book 6 of Rmayan, also known as Lanka Kanda is the climax of the book where the big fight between Rama and Ravan is described. In the end the good destroys the evil and peace is restored. (Summary by om123)<p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-ramayan-book-6-by-valmiki/ |
ramayan ancient sanskrit epic attributed hindu sage valmiki forms important part hindu canon smṛti ramayana one two great epics india mahabharata story rama embarks epic journey followed fight ravana demon king abducted rama s wife sita epic depicts duties relationships portraying ideal characters like ideal servant ideal brother ideal wife ideal king book 6 rmayan also known lanka kanda climax book big fight rama ravan described end good destroys evil peace restored summary om123 p |
| 7452 |
7383 |
7989 |
Good-Natured Man |
Oliver Goldsmith |
Romance |
By the playwright of the more popular She Stoops to Conquer, The Good-Natured Man is the comedic story of misguided philanthropy, mistaken identity, and secret romance. Will Honeywell, The Good-Natured Man, see through the lies and trickery surrounding his generosity? Will Leontine and Olivia's true relationship be found out? And just what is that Lofty guy up to...? (Summary by Amanda Friday) \n<br><br><strong>Cast:</strong><br><p>\nNarrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8581">Katy Fossil</a><br>Sir William Honeywood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Jarvis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Mr. Honeywood: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8396">Gloriousjob</a><br>Butler, Bailiff: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Croaker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Mrs. Croaker: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Miss Richland: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Leontine: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8459">sdaeley17</a><br>Olivia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Garnet: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristen Gjerløw</a><br>French Servant, Follower, Postboy: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Lofty: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8435">Richard Friday</a><br>Landlady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n\n<br/>\nEditor: ToddHW <br/>\n |
English |
1768 |
https://librivox.org/the-good-natured-man-by-oliver-goldsmith/ |
playwright popular stoops conquer good natured man comedic story misguided philanthropy mistaken identity secret romance honeywell good natured man see lies trickery surrounding generosity leontine olivia s true relationship found out lofty guy to summary amanda friday br br strong cast strong br p narrator a href http librivox org reader 8581 katy fossil a br sir william honeywood a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br jarvis a href http librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br mr honeywood a href http librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br butler bailiff a href http librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br croaker a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br mrs croaker a href http librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br miss richland a href http librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br leontine a href http librivox org reader 8459 sdaeley17 a br olivia a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br garnet a href http librivox org reader 6548 kristen gjerløw a br french servant follower postboy a href http librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lofty a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br servant a href http librivox org reader 8435 richard friday a br landlady a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br editor toddhw br |
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7384 |
7990 |
Mrs. Skagg's Husbands and Other Stories |
Bret Harte |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Short Stories, Westerns |
A collection of short stories set in the American West at the end of the 19th century. (Summary by Nick Bulka)</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-skaggs-husbands-and-other-stories-by-bret-harte/ |
collection short stories set american west end 19th century summary nick bulka p |
| 7454 |
7385 |
7991 |
ふるさと (Furusato) |
Tōson Shimazaki |
Short works |
<p><br />著者の2冊目の童話集、自分の子供に語りかける形で記述している。その為、著者の父は、お祖父さん、母は、お祖母さんになっている。著者が9歳まで暮らした馬籠の様子が描かれている。馬、鳥、木などが擬人化され、著者と話をする。最後は、9歳の時に、中山道を東京に向かったことが書かれている。</p>\n<p>The author's second collection of children's stories. Fiction & Non fiction are included. He tells about his childhood at Magome in Nagano province. At the age of nine he left Magome and moved to Tokyo to study there. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/furusato-by-toson-shimazaki/ |
p br 著者の2冊目の童話集 自分の子供に語りかける形で記述している その為 著者の父は お祖父さん 母は お祖母さんになっている 著者が9歳まで暮らした馬籠の様子が描かれている 馬 鳥 木などが擬人化され 著者と話をする 最後は 9歳の時に 中山道を東京に向かったことが書かれている p p the author s second collection children s stories fiction non fiction included tells childhood magome nagano province age nine left magome moved tokyo study there summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7455 |
7386 |
7992 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. Luke Vol. 1 |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
“Expository Thoughts” divides the Gospels into sections of about twelve verses each, from which J. C. Ryle selects two or three prominent points to dwell on and bring to the reader’s attention. In Ryle’s day, there were many detailed commentaries and expositions on scripture. In writing these “Expository Thoughts”, Ryle aimed to offer a resource to the laity for use in family prayers, as an aid to those who visit the sick and desire a proper book to read on such occasions, and for private devotions for those whose callings and engagements make it impossible for them to read large commentaries. This is the first of two volumes on St. Luke. As with the previous volumes on the Gospels of St. Matthew and St. Mark, Rev. Ryle offered this book “with an earnest prayer, that it may tend to the promotion of pure and undefiled religion, help to extend the knowledge of Christ, and be a humble instrument in aid of the glorious work of converting and edifying immortal souls.” (Introduction by MaryAnn)<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1<br/><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/ |
expository thoughts divides gospels sections twelve verses each j c ryle selects two three prominent points dwell bring reader s attention ryle s day many detailed commentaries expositions scripture writing expository thoughts ryle aimed offer resource laity use family prayers aid visit sick desire proper book read occasions private devotions whose callings engagements make impossible read large commentaries first two volumes st luke previous volumes gospels st matthew st mark rev ryle offered book with earnest prayer may tend promotion pure undefiled religion help extend knowledge christ humble instrument aid glorious work converting edifying immortal souls introduction maryann br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
| 7456 |
9719 |
10355 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 020 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-020-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 7457 |
7387 |
7994 |
Legend of Sleepy Hollow (version 3) |
Washington Irving |
Short Stories |
Everyone knows the story of the Headless Horseman but perhaps you, like me, did not remember what a marvelous story teller Washington Irving was. He observed human nature closely and like any good humorist, lets us laugh at our own silly and superstitious sides through the joy of having strangers be the ones to display them. If you, like me, have only vague and muddy memories of this story, you owe it to yourself to listen and laugh along with the rest of the world. My High School English teacher who could never interest me in 'literature', would be proud. </p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow-by-washington-irving-3/ |
everyone knows story headless horseman perhaps you like me remember marvelous story teller washington irving was observed human nature closely like good humorist lets us laugh silly superstitious sides joy strangers ones display them you like me vague muddy memories story owe listen laugh along rest world high school english teacher could never interest literature would proud p |
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7388 |
7995 |
Utopia (Robinson translation) |
Thomas More |
Fantastic Fiction, Literary Fiction, Political Science |
<br />Originally entitled <em>A frutefull pleasaunt, and wittie worke of the beste state of publique weale, & of the newe yle, called Utopia: written in Latine</em>, by ... Syr Thomas More knyght, and translated into Englishe by Raphe Robynson ...<br /><br />The first book tells of the traveller Raphael Hythloday, to whom More is introduced in Antwerp. The second book consists of Hythloday's description of the island and people of Utopia, their customs, laws, religions, economy, language and relations with other nations. Hythloday portrays Utopia as an idealised state, where all property is common to all the people and money does not exist within its bounds, thus, he argues, removing all poverty, hunger and fear, and most criminal acts. More himself appears unconvinced by some of his narrator's arguments.<br /><br />This is recorded from a reprint of the 1556 Robinson translation, with a foreword by William Morris. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/utopia-by-thomas-more-tr-robinson/ |
br originally entitled em a frutefull pleasaunt wittie worke beste state publique weale newe yle called utopia written latine em syr thomas knyght translated englishe raphe robynson br br the first book tells traveller raphael hythloday introduced antwerp second book consists hythloday s description island people utopia customs laws religions economy language relations nations hythloday portrays utopia idealised state property common people money exist within bounds thus argues removing poverty hunger fear criminal acts appears unconvinced narrator s arguments br br this recorded reprint 1556 robinson translation foreword william morris summary ruth golding br br |
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7389 |
7996 |
Treasure Island (Version 4) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This is the extraordinary tale of a boy, Jim Hawkins, who comes into possession of Captain Flint's treasure map, after a buccaneer takes a room at his inn and later dies. The map spreads its ill luck to all who know of it.\n\nA local squire outfits a ship to voyage to the Treasure Island, unearth the treasure, and bring it home. Little does he suspect that the man he has hired aboard as cook was formerly Flint's quartermaster, who then connives to hire many of his old mates.\n\nOnce ashore, pirates being pirates, what follows is a mutiny. Jim and a handful of honest men find themselves harried and hunted by the rest of the crew.\n\nThe pirate treasure, amassed by so much blood and death, is about to reach out and claim more victims! (Summary by Mark Smith) </p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-version-4-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
extraordinary tale boy jim hawkins comes possession captain flint s treasure map buccaneer takes room inn later dies map spreads ill luck know it local squire outfits ship voyage treasure island unearth treasure bring home little suspect man hired aboard cook formerly flint s quartermaster connives hire many old mates ashore pirates pirates follows mutiny jim handful honest men find harried hunted rest crew pirate treasure amassed much blood death reach claim victims summary mark smith p |
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7390 |
7997 |
Mollie of the Movies |
Kenneth McGaffey |
Published 1900 onward |
This is a story of a girl who tries to make it big in the world of show business. McGaffey gives us the heroine's first-person account. He writes in an epistolary style and gives us a comic, slice-of-life look at a girl's attempts to become a film star. This was serialized in Photoplay Magazine, the premier fan magazine of the 1910s and 20s. Photoplay would go on to publish a wide array of fiction about the film industry. This was one of their first concerted efforts to create a long-form narrative about Hollywood. (Summary by ChuckW)<br><br>\nText sources : <a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineJune1915/Photoplay0615#page/n101/mode/2up">First Reel</a> \n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineJuly1915/Photoplay0715#page/n105/mode/2up">Second Reel</a> \n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineAugust1915/Photoplay0815#page/n69/mode/2up">Third Reel</a> \n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineSept.1915/Photoplay0915#page/n143/mode/2up">Fourth Reel</a>\n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineOct.1915/Photoplay1015#page/n133/mode/2up">Fifth Reel</a> \n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineNov.1915/Photoplay1115#page/n121/mode/2up">Sixth Reel</a>.\n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineDec.1915/Photoplay1215#page/n71/mode/2up">Seventh Reel</a>.\n<a href="http://archive.org/stream/PhotoplayMagazineJan.1916/Photoplay0116#page/n61/mode/2up">Eighth Reel</a></p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/mollie-of-the-movies-by-kenneth-mcgaffey/ |
story girl tries make big world show business mcgaffey gives us heroine s first person account writes epistolary style gives us comic slice of life look girl s attempts become film star serialized photoplay magazine premier fan magazine 1910s 20s photoplay would go publish wide array fiction film industry one first concerted efforts create long form narrative hollywood summary chuckw br br text sources a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinejune1915 photoplay0615 page n101 mode 2up first reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinejuly1915 photoplay0715 page n105 mode 2up second reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazineaugust1915 photoplay0815 page n69 mode 2up third reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinesept 1915 photoplay0915 page n143 mode 2up fourth reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazineoct 1915 photoplay1015 page n133 mode 2up fifth reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinenov 1915 photoplay1115 page n121 mode 2up sixth reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinedec 1915 photoplay1215 page n71 mode 2up seventh reel a a href http archive org stream photoplaymagazinejan 1916 photoplay0116 page n61 mode 2up eighth reel a p |
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7998 |
Midsummer |
William Cullen Bryant |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Midsummer by William Cullen Bryant. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 23, 2013.<br><br>This poem taken from the Poetical Works of William Cullen Bryant, Household Edition. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/midsummer-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings midsummer william cullen bryant weekly poetry project june 23 2013 br br this poem taken poetical works william cullen bryant household edition summary david lawrence p |
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7392 |
7999 |
Aesop's Fables: A New Revised Edition |
Aesop |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Remember the story of the Ant and the Grasshopper? the Fox and the Sour Grapes? The Boy who Cried Wolf? These wonderful tales and hundreds more have been passed down to us over the centuries. The man credited with writing them, Aesop, was an Ancient Greek slave born about 620 B.C. Aesop is known as a fabulist or story teller credited with a number of fables shining glaringly true light on our human foibles now collectively known as Aesop's Fables. Although no writings by him survive, numerous tales credited to him were gathered across the centuries and in many languages in a storytelling tradition that continues to this day. Many of the tales are characterized by animals and inanimate objects that speak, solve problems, and generally have human characteristics. Scattered details of Aesop's life can be found in ancient sources, including Aristotle, Herodotus, and Plutarch. An ancient literary work called The Aesop Romance tells an episodic, probably highly fictional version of his life, including the traditional description of him as a strikingly ugly slave who by his cleverness acquires freedom and becomes an adviser to kings and city-states. A later tradition depicts Aesop as a black Ethiopian. But whatever his history, the fables depict truths about human behavior, our strengths and weakness that have remained true for 2500 years. (Summary from Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert) <p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-a-new-revised-edition-by-aesop/ |
remember story ant grasshopper fox sour grapes boy cried wolf wonderful tales hundreds passed us centuries man credited writing them aesop ancient greek slave born 620 b c aesop known fabulist story teller credited number fables shining glaringly true light human foibles collectively known aesop s fables although writings survive numerous tales credited gathered across centuries many languages storytelling tradition continues day many tales characterized animals inanimate objects speak solve problems generally human characteristics scattered details aesop s life found ancient sources including aristotle herodotus plutarch ancient literary work called aesop romance tells episodic probably highly fictional version life including traditional description strikingly ugly slave cleverness acquires freedom becomes adviser kings city states later tradition depicts aesop black ethiopian whatever history fables depict truths human behavior strengths weakness remained true 2500 years summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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7393 |
8000 |
Frogs |
Aristophanes |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Comedy |
Athens is in a sorry state of affairs. The great tragedian, Euripides, is dead, and Dionysus, the god of the theater, has to listen to third-rate poetry. So, he determines to pack his belongings onto his trusty slave, Xanthias, and journey to the underworld to bring back Euripides! Hi-jinks ensue. (Summary by Libby Gohn)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Dionysus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Xanthias/Narrator: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Aeschylus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8487">Abe Nemon</a><br />Euripides: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />Heracles: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Pluto: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />Charon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8291">Eliot Gage</a><br />Aeacus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />Corpse: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Maidservant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Landlady: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />Plathane: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7846">Marmalade Hanna</a><br />Chorus of Frogs: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br />Chorus of Initiates: <a href="">mb</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Libby Gohn</strong><p> |
English |
405 |
https://librivox.org/the-frogs-by-aristophanes/ |
athens sorry state affairs great tragedian euripides dead dionysus god theater listen third rate poetry so determines pack belongings onto trusty slave xanthias journey underworld bring back euripides hi jinks ensue summary libby gohn br br strong cast strong br dionysus a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br xanthias narrator a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br aeschylus a href http librivox org reader 8487 abe nemon a br euripides a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br heracles a href http librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pluto a href http librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br charon a href http librivox org reader 8291 eliot gage a br aeacus a href http librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br corpse a href http librivox org reader 6754 todd a br maidservant a href http librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br landlady a href http librivox org reader 4174 availle a br plathane a href http librivox org reader 7846 marmalade hanna a br chorus frogs a href http librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br chorus initiates a href mb a br br strong audio edited libby gohn strong p |
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7394 |
8001 |
Al Adjrumiieh (The Arabic Text with the Vowels; and An English Translation) |
Abdillah Muhammad Ibn Ajurrum Al-Sinhaji |
Language learning |
The Ájurrúmiyyah, by ‘Abdu’lláh ibn Muḥammad ibn Dáwud, as-Sanhájí, known as Ibn Ájurrúm (1273 - 1323), is a famous grammatical text that has been in constant use throughout the Arab world for 700 years. The original Arabic text is often memorised by pupils before moving on to more advanced works of Arabic grammar. Arabic grammarians have divided the grammar of the language into two main fields, syntax (nahw) and morphology (sarf). This book deals is a concise summary of Arabic syntax. The Ájurrúmiyyah was first translated into Latin in 1613. John James Stewart Perowne (1823-1904) was an English bishop who was born in Burdwan, Bengal. He was a respected Hebrew scholar and author and served as Bishop of Worcester from 1891-1902. In 1852, he published this translation of the Ájurrúmiyyah into English. In the Preface to his translation, he writes: “The “Adjrumiieh” is a well-known and useful compendium of Arabic Syntax. It is regarded by the Arabs themselves as a standard educational work; and various editions of it have appeared in Boulak, Algiers, and other places. But it is not always easy to meet with these in this country… The accompanying translation is as literal as the peculiar nature of the treatise would allow. No one can be more sensible than myself how inadequately this part of my task has been accomplished. But I have done my best with somewhat intractable materials. My object will be obtained if this attempt to explain a native grammarian be sufficient to guide and assist the student, and if it only serve as an introduction to larger and more elaborate treatises on the same subject. In studying the grammar of any language, it is always of the utmost importance to consult native authorities.” (Summary by Nicholas James Bridgewater)</p> |
Multilingual |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/al-adjrumiieh-by-abdillah-muhammad-ibn-ajurrum-al-sinhaji/ |
ájurrúmiyyah abdu lláh ibn muḥammad ibn dáwud as sanhájí known ibn ájurrúm 1273 1323 famous grammatical text constant use throughout arab world 700 years original arabic text often memorised pupils moving advanced works arabic grammar arabic grammarians divided grammar language two main fields syntax nahw morphology sarf book deals concise summary arabic syntax ájurrúmiyyah first translated latin 1613 john james stewart perowne 1823 1904 english bishop born burdwan bengal respected hebrew scholar author served bishop worcester 1891 1902 1852 published translation ájurrúmiyyah english preface translation writes the adjrumiieh well known useful compendium arabic syntax regarded arabs standard educational work various editions appeared boulak algiers places always easy meet country accompanying translation literal peculiar nature treatise would allow one sensible inadequately part task accomplished done best somewhat intractable materials object obtained attempt explain native grammarian sufficient guide assist student serve introduction larger elaborate treatises subject studying grammar language always utmost importance consult native authorities summary nicholas james bridgewater p |
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7395 |
8002 |
Seasons |
James Thomson |
Poetry |
The Seasons is a series of four long poems in blank verse by the Scottish poet James Thomson, each poem describing one of the four seasons. The poems are replete with various scenes of nature described with loving detail, as well as Thomson's view of the proper relationship between humans and nature, which anticipates the attitudes of the Romantics. "Spring," which was published in 1728, first brought Thomson to mainstream attention. He followed it up with "Summer," "Winter," and "Autumn," publishing all four as The Seasons in 1730. It is in large part because of the reputation he garnered from the publication of The Seasons that the critic William Hazlitt called Thomson "the best and most original of our descriptive poets." (Summary by Abe Nemon)</p> |
English |
1730 |
https://librivox.org/the-seasons-by-james-thomson/ |
seasons series four long poems blank verse scottish poet james thomson poem describing one four seasons poems replete various scenes nature described loving detail well thomson s view proper relationship humans nature anticipates attitudes romantics spring published 1728 first brought thomson mainstream attention followed summer winter autumn publishing four seasons 1730 large part reputation garnered publication seasons critic william hazlitt called thomson the best original descriptive poets summary abe nemon p |
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7396 |
8003 |
Little Gray Lady |
Francis Hopkinson Smith |
Romance, Short Stories |
As every Christmas for the last 20 years, the Little Gray Lady lights a candle in her room and spends the evening alone, thinking of a great mistake she has made so long ago. This year, however, things are to play out differently..\n (Summary by Carolin)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-gray-lady-by-francis-hopkinson-smith/ |
every christmas last 20 years little gray lady lights candle room spends evening alone thinking great mistake made long ago year however things play differently summary carolin p |
| 7467 |
7397 |
8004 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 4, 1854 to 1859 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. (Summary by Kristingj)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-4-1854-to-1859-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
| 7468 |
7398 |
8005 |
Shadow of the North |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure |
"The Shadow of the North," while an independent story, in itself, is also the second volume of the Great French and Indian War series which began with "The Hunters of the Hills." All the important characters of the first romance reappear in the second. --The Preface</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-of-the-north-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the shadow north independent story itself also second volume great french indian war series began the hunters hills important characters first romance reappear second the preface p |
| 7469 |
7399 |
8006 |
New Adventures of Alice (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
John Rae |
Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
After reading and re-reading the book many time as a boy and wishing that Lewis Carroll would have written another Alice In Wonderland Book, John Rae began imagining what that girl would have gotten up to if he had done so. Telling these stories to his children over the years, where they were enthusiastically received, he finally decided to share them with the world. And here they are! The New Adventures of Alice (Summary by Phil Chenevert)\n<br /><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nBetsy, Alice's Sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nAlice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br>\nSnipe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nMan in the Moon, Snowman, Snail Doorman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>\nBlackbird, Cook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a><br>\nTown Crier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>\nThe Peevish Printer, Johnny Stout: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3664">Barry Eads</a><br>\nBarber, Kitten, Baker, Joiner, Doctor Foster, Artist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nArchers, Grenadier, Old-Man-All-Dressed-in-Leather, King Cole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nPoet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nCaptain Tee Wee, Candlestick-Maker, Captain Swordfish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett</a><br>\nMilkman, Postman, Fireman, Footman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nButcher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nQueen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br><br />\n<strong>Audio Edited By:</strong> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br><br>This project was proof listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4445">Patrick Wells</a><br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/new-adventures-of-alice-dramatic-reading-by-john-rae-2/ |
reading re reading book many time boy wishing lewis carroll would written another alice wonderland book john rae began imagining girl would gotten done so telling stories children years enthusiastically received finally decided share world are new adventures alice summary phil chenevert br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mother a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br betsy alice s sister a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br alice a href https librivox org reader 8272 haili a br snipe a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br man moon snowman snail doorman a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br blackbird cook a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a br town crier a href https librivox org reader 8514 charlotte brown a br peevish printer johnny stout a href https librivox org reader 3664 barry eads a br barber kitten baker joiner doctor foster artist a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br archers grenadier old man all dressed in leather king cole a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br poet a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br captain tee wee candlestick maker captain swordfish a href https librivox org reader 8470 rebecca braunert plunkett a br milkman postman fireman footman a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br butcher a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br queen a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br br strong audio edited by strong a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br this project proof listened a href https librivox org reader 4445 patrick wells a br br |
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8008 |
Inevitable |
Louis Couperus |
Romance |
23 year old Cornélie de Retz is a Dutch Divorcee who goes to Italy to start a new life and most part of the novel is filled with the details of romantic conversations, emotions and finally the Inevitable follows. Find out what the Inevitable is and immerse yourself in the explicit and delicate details of the author as he takes you round the world of Cornélie de Retz. (Summary by sidhu177)<br /><br />This project was proof listened by Rapunzelina, Larry Wilson, and Barry Eads<br /><br /> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-inevitable-by-louis-couperus/ |
23 year old cornélie de retz dutch divorcee goes italy start new life part novel filled details romantic conversations emotions finally inevitable follows find inevitable immerse explicit delicate details author takes round world cornélie de retz summary sidhu177 br br this project proof listened rapunzelina larry wilson barry eads br br |
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7402 |
8009 |
Van Dyck |
Percy M. Turner |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
A biography and critique of Van Dyck in The Masterpieces in Colour series. The Plates of the paintings are fully described and the artistic periods in his life's work are given as well as his place in history. (Summary by Susan Morin)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/van-dyck-by-percy-m-turner/ |
biography critique van dyck masterpieces colour series plates paintings fully described artistic periods life s work given well place history summary susan morin p |
| 7472 |
7403 |
8010 |
Quatrains of Omar Khayyám in English Prose |
Omar Khayyám |
Literary Collections |
Justin Huntly McCarthy (1859 - 1936) was an Irish scholar, author and nationalist politician. In 1889 his prose translations of 466 quatrains of the Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám was published by David Nutt. An abbreviated edition, containing a shorter introduction and translations of 373 quatrains, was published by David Nutt in 1898, and this has been used for the present recording. (Summary by Algy Pug)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/quatrains-of-omar-khayyam-by-justin-huntly-mccarthy/ |
justin huntly mccarthy 1859 1936 irish scholar author nationalist politician 1889 prose translations 466 quatrains rubáiyát omar khayyám published david nutt abbreviated edition containing shorter introduction translations 373 quatrains published david nutt 1898 used present recording summary algy pug p |
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7404 |
8011 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 013 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung 20 deutscher Gedichte für LibriVox.<br></br>"Gesang zu zweien in der Nacht" gelesen von Karlsson und Hokuspokus.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier.</a></p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-013-by-various/ |
eine sammlung 20 deutscher gedichte für librivox br br gesang zu zweien der nacht gelesen von karlsson und hokuspokus br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a p |
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7405 |
8012 |
Wild Wales |
George Borrow |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
<br />Wild Wales: Its People, Language and Scenery is a travel book by the English Victorian gentleman writer George Borrow (1803–1881), first published in 1862 and now a classic travel text on Wales and the Welsh. The book recounts Borrow's experiences, insights and personal encounters whilst touring Wales alone on foot after a family holiday in Llangollen in 1854. Although contemporary critics dismissed its whimsical tone, it quickly became popular with readers as a travel book and more importantly as a very lively account of the literary, social and geographical history of Wales. Borrow’s engaging character comes across especially in his meetings with various itinerants – mostly native and peasant – along the muddy Welsh path. Borrow’s keen ear for dialogue may remind us of a Dickens or Trollope, and like the latter his wit and wisdom are rarely absent. Indeed the author has been described as an "eccentric, larger-than-life, jovial man whose laughter rings all through the book". Borrow makes much of his self-taught Welsh and how surprised the natives are by his linguistic abilities – and also by his idiosyncratic pronunciation of their language. He loves to air his knowledge of Welsh culture, especially the Bardic tradition. And like his contemporary, William Wordsworth, he has a habit of quoting verses to the heavens as he walks. As the author finally reaches South Wales towards the end of his account, we meet for the first time evidences of modern industrialism, introduced to the reader in the form of a Dante’s Inferno of coal mines and iron foundries. Today, most will remember and value the book for these and other vivid nineteenth-century landscapes – along with Borrow’s gallery of fascinating, human characters. (SUMMARY BY STEVE GOUGH BASED ON WIKIPEDIA) <br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/wild-wales-by-george-borrow/ |
br wild wales people language scenery travel book english victorian gentleman writer george borrow 1803 1881 first published 1862 classic travel text wales welsh book recounts borrow s experiences insights personal encounters whilst touring wales alone foot family holiday llangollen 1854 although contemporary critics dismissed whimsical tone quickly became popular readers travel book importantly lively account literary social geographical history wales borrow s engaging character comes across especially meetings various itinerants mostly native peasant along muddy welsh path borrow s keen ear dialogue may remind us dickens trollope like latter wit wisdom rarely absent indeed author described eccentric larger than life jovial man whose laughter rings book borrow makes much self taught welsh surprised natives linguistic abilities also idiosyncratic pronunciation language loves air knowledge welsh culture especially bardic tradition like contemporary william wordsworth habit quoting verses heavens walks author finally reaches south wales towards end account meet first time evidences modern industrialism introduced reader form dante s inferno coal mines iron foundries today remember value book vivid nineteenth century landscapes along borrow s gallery fascinating human characters summary steve gough based wikipedia br br |
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7406 |
8013 |
Short Poetry Collection 122 |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2013. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-122/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers july 2013 p |
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7407 |
8014 |
In Time Of The Breaking Of Nations |
Thomas Hardy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of "In Time Of The Breaking Of Nations" by Thomas Hardy. This was the Weekly Poetry project for June 30, 2013.<br><br>Written during the First World War, this is a poem about love, war and their timelessness by one of the best Victorian novelists. (Summary by Stav Nisser)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-time-of-the-breaking-of-nations-by-thomas-hardy/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings in time breaking nations thomas hardy weekly poetry project june 30 2013 br br written first world war poem love war timelessness one best victorian novelists summary stav nisser p |
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7408 |
8015 |
Bernard Treves's Boots; A Novel Of The Secret Service |
Laurence Clarke |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
What has Manton gotten himself into? His impersonation has broader implications -- and more dangerous ones -- than he had imagined. (Summary by David Wales) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bernard-treves-boots-a-novel-of-the-secret-service-by-laurence-clarke/ |
manton gotten into impersonation broader implications dangerous ones imagined summary david wales p |
| 7478 |
7409 |
8016 |
Underground Railroad, Part 4 |
William Still |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
"The work is intensely interesting. Many of the narratives thrill the reader through and through. Some of them awaken an indignation, a horror, or a sense of humiliation and shame that makes the blood curdle or the cheek flush, or the breathing difficult. The best and the worst sides of human nature are successfully exhibited. Here heroism and patience stand out transfigured; there selfishness and brutality hold carnival till it seems as though justice had been exiled and God had forgotten his own. The number of cases reported is very large, and the method in which the author has done his work is commendable. There is no rhetorical ambition. The narratives are embodied in plain language. The facts are left to make their own impression, without an attempt to embellish them by the aid of imagination." From the "Morning Star," Dover, New Hampshire.\n<br><br>\nWilliam Still is often called the Father of the Underground Railroad. Over 14 years, he helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada. Still was committed to preserving the stories of the bondmen and he kept careful records of the many escaped slaves who passed through the Philadelphia “station”. The Underground Railroad was published in 1871 from Still’s records and diaries. In bringing you these stories, Librivox volunteers are reading from the 1878 edition. (Summary by MaryAnn)\n<br /><br />Complete list of recordings comprising this book:\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 1</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 2</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 3</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 4</a>, \n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 5</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/ |
the work intensely interesting many narratives thrill reader through awaken indignation horror sense humiliation shame makes blood curdle cheek flush breathing difficult best worst sides human nature successfully exhibited heroism patience stand transfigured selfishness brutality hold carnival till seems though justice exiled god forgotten own number cases reported large method author done work commendable rhetorical ambition narratives embodied plain language facts left make impression without attempt embellish aid imagination morning star dover new hampshire br br william still often called father underground railroad 14 years helped hundreds slaves escape freedom canada still committed preserving stories bondmen kept careful records many escaped slaves passed philadelphia station underground railroad published 1871 still s records diaries bringing stories librivox volunteers reading 1878 edition summary maryann br br complete list recordings comprising book a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 1 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 1 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 2 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 2 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 3 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 3 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 4 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 4 a a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 5 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 5 a br br |
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7410 |
8017 |
On the Eve |
Ivan Turgenev |
Historical Fiction |
On the Eve appeared in 1860, two years before Fathers and Sons, Turgenev's most famous novel. It is set in the prior decade (by the end of the novel, the Crimean War (1853-56) has already broken out. It centers on the young Elena Nikolaevna Stakhov, daughter of Nikolai Arteyemvitch and Anna Vassilyevna Stahov. Misunderstood by both her parents (Nikolai Artemyevitch is at least as interested in his German mistress as in members of her family) she is on friendly terms with both the would-be professor Andrei Petrovitch Bersenyev and the rising young sculptor Pavel Yakovitch Shubin, both of whom might be -- or might not be -- in love with her. The appearance of Dmitri Nikanorovitch Insarov, a young Bulgarian revolutionary who seeks independence for his nation,, alters the balance of her relationships however. The book is praised, among other things, for the way in which Turgenev manages to describe the varying emotions of a girl on the verge of womanhood. But it is also a portrayal of a kind of youthful Russian society striving towards a modern cosmopolitanism, that will shake off the parochialism and narrowness of its elders. <br><br>\n\nA geopolitical note: Bulgaria was, at the time, still part of the decaying Ottoman empire in the Balkans, but already the vultures were circling -- Russia, Britain, and France -- hoping to get what they could when the collapse came. Hence, in large part, the coming of the Crimean War, hence the Balkan conflicts of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, hence in part World War I, and ultimately the Balkan wars of the late twentieth century (Kosovo, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia, etc. etc.). (Summary by Nicholas Clifford) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-eve-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
eve appeared 1860 two years fathers sons turgenev s famous novel set prior decade by end novel crimean war 1853 56 already broken out centers young elena nikolaevna stakhov daughter nikolai arteyemvitch anna vassilyevna stahov misunderstood parents nikolai artemyevitch least interested german mistress members family friendly terms would be professor andrei petrovitch bersenyev rising young sculptor pavel yakovitch shubin might might love her appearance dmitri nikanorovitch insarov young bulgarian revolutionary seeks independence nation alters balance relationships however book praised among things way turgenev manages describe varying emotions girl verge womanhood also portrayal kind youthful russian society striving towards modern cosmopolitanism shake parochialism narrowness elders br br geopolitical note bulgaria was time still part decaying ottoman empire balkans already vultures circling russia britain france hoping get could collapse came hence large part coming crimean war hence balkan conflicts late nineteenth early twentieth centuries hence part world war i ultimately balkan wars late twentieth century kosovo serbia croatia bosnia etc etc summary nicholas clifford p |
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7411 |
8018 |
Planet of Dread |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Humans have expanded to myriads of worlds throughout the galaxies but they have found that the only way for colonies to be self sustaining, was to reproduce the total ecology of their home world; the original Earth. This meant bringing the entire ecosystem, the good, the bad and the ugly. Viruses as well as grass, goats as well as stink bugs and allowing the whole mixture to ultimately produce an inhabitable world for humans. But what happens when this system is not properly supervised? Moran and the others in the space yacht Nadine find a world where strange things have been brewing for over a hundred years and may or may not survive an environment gone mad. (Summary by the reader, Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/planet-of-dread-by-murray-leinster/ |
humans expanded myriads worlds throughout galaxies found way colonies self sustaining reproduce total ecology home world original earth meant bringing entire ecosystem good bad ugly viruses well grass goats well stink bugs allowing whole mixture ultimately produce inhabitable world humans happens system properly supervised moran others space yacht nadine find world strange things brewing hundred years may may survive environment gone mad summary reader phil chenevert p |
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7412 |
8019 |
Eyes of the Movie |
Harry Alan Potamkin |
Art, Design & Architecture |
"The movie was born in the laboratory and reared in the counting-house. It is a benevolent monster of four I's: Inventor, Investor, Impresario, Imperialist." \n\nSo begins Harry Alan Potamkin's The Eyes of the Movie, a posthumously published indictment of Hollywood. It is a savage socialist critique of the film industry, its practices, and products. Potamkin takes aim at the "conservative element" infiltrating Hollywood's dream factory, investigating mainstream cinema's double function as propaganda and "passing amusement." (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/the-eyes-of-the-movie-by-harry-alan-potamkin/ |
the movie born laboratory reared counting house benevolent monster four i s inventor investor impresario imperialist begins harry alan potamkin s eyes movie posthumously published indictment hollywood savage socialist critique film industry practices products potamkin takes aim conservative element infiltrating hollywood s dream factory investigating mainstream cinema s double function propaganda passing amusement summary chuckw p |
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7413 |
8020 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 049 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought, and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. Many people chose to become scientists because science fiction sparked their interest. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind.-(Summary by Amy Gramour)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-049-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science many people chose become scientists science fiction sparked interest playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
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7414 |
8021 |
Story of a Soul (Version 2) |
Saint Therese of Lisieux |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
She is also known as St.Thérèse of Child Jesus. She was born at Alençon, France, 2 January 1873; died at Lisieux 30 September 1897. When she was fifteen she applied for permission to enter the Carmelite Convent, and being refused by the superior, went to Rome with her father, as eager to give her to God as she was to give herself, to seek the consent of Pope Leo XIII, then celebrating his jubilee. He preferred to leave the decision in the hands of the superior, who finally consented and on 9 April 1888, at the unusual age of fifteen, Thérèse Martin entered the convent of Lisieux where two of her sisters had preceded her. The account of the eleven years of her religious life, marked by signal graces and constant growth in holiness, is given by Soeur Thérèse in her autobiography, written in obedience to her superior and published two years after her death. In 1901 it was translated into English, and in 1912 another translation, the first complete edition of the life of the Servant of God, containing the autobiography, "Letters and Spiritual Counsels", was published. Its success was immediate and it has passed into many editions, spreading far and wide the devotion to this "little" saint of simplicity, and abandonment in God's service, of the perfect accomplishment of small duties. The fame of her sanctity and the many miracles performed through her intercession caused the introduction of her cause of canonization only seventeen years after her death, 10 June 1914. Thérèse was beatified on 29 April 1923 and canonized on 17 May 1925, by Pope Pius XI, only 28 years after her death. (Summary by Wikipidia) <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-soul-version-2-by-saint-therese-of-lisieux/ |
also known st thérèse child jesus born alençon france 2 january 1873 died lisieux 30 september 1897 fifteen applied permission enter carmelite convent refused superior went rome father eager give god give herself seek consent pope leo xiii celebrating jubilee preferred leave decision hands superior finally consented 9 april 1888 unusual age fifteen thérèse martin entered convent lisieux two sisters preceded her account eleven years religious life marked signal graces constant growth holiness given soeur thérèse autobiography written obedience superior published two years death 1901 translated english 1912 another translation first complete edition life servant god containing autobiography letters spiritual counsels published success immediate passed many editions spreading far wide devotion little saint simplicity abandonment god s service perfect accomplishment small duties fame sanctity many miracles performed intercession caused introduction cause canonization seventeen years death 10 june 1914 thérèse beatified 29 april 1923 canonized 17 may 1925 pope pius xi 28 years death summary wikipidia p |
| 7484 |
7415 |
8022 |
Return of Peter Grimm |
David Belasco |
Drama |
"Mr. Belasco has written the following account of "Peter's" evolution: [ ] The play, "The Return of Peter Grimm," is an expression in dramatic form of my ideas on a subject which I have pondered over since boyhood: "Can the dead come back?" Peter Grimm did come back. At the same time, I inserted a note in my program to say that I advanced no positive opinion; that the treatment of the play allowed the audience to believe that it had actually seen Peter, or that he had not been seen but existed merely in the minds of the characters on the stage. Spiritualists from all over the country flocked to see "The Return of Peter Grimm," and I have heard that it gave comfort to many. It was a difficult theme, and more than once I was tempted to give it up. But since it has given relief to those who have loved and lost, it was not written in vain." (Summary from Introduction)<BR><BR>\nCoordinated and edited by ToddHW.<BR><BR>\nCast:<BR>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Peter Grimm: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8692">rafe</a><br>Frederik, his nephew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>James Hartman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>Andrew MacPherson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Rev. Henry Batholommey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Colonel Tom Lawton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>William: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Catherine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mrs. Batholommey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>Marta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Clown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>Hawker and Barker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8625">Ellen Preckel</a><br>Voice (bringing telegram): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Girls (4, little, singing): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br><br> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-peter-grimm-by-david-belasco/ |
mr belasco written following account peter s evolution play the return peter grimm expression dramatic form ideas subject pondered since boyhood can dead come back peter grimm come back time inserted note program say advanced positive opinion treatment play allowed audience believe actually seen peter seen existed merely minds characters stage spiritualists country flocked see the return peter grimm heard gave comfort many difficult theme tempted give up since given relief loved lost written vain summary introduction br br coordinated edited toddhw br br cast br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br peter grimm a href https librivox org reader 8692 rafe a br frederik nephew a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br james hartman a href https librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br andrew macpherson a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br rev henry batholommey a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br colonel tom lawton a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br william a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br catherine a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mrs batholommey a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br marta a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br clown a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br hawker barker a href https librivox org reader 8625 ellen preckel a br voice bringing telegram a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br girls 4 little singing a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br br |
| 7485 |
7416 |
8023 |
Old Man and the Ass |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Old Man and the Ass by Jean de La Fontaine. (There was no translator acknowledged in the text.) This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 7, 2013.<br><br>Jean de La Fontaine was the most famous French fabulist and one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. He is known above all for his Fables, which provided a model for subsequent fabulists across Europe and numerous alternative versions in France, and in French regional languages.<br>According to Flaubert, he was the only French poet to understand and master the texture of the French language before Hugo. A set of postage stamps celebrating La Fontaine and the Fables was issued by France in 1995. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-man-and-the-ass-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings old man ass jean de la fontaine there translator acknowledged text weekly poetry project july 7 2013 br br jean de la fontaine famous french fabulist one widely read french poets 17th century known fables provided model subsequent fabulists across europe numerous alternative versions france french regional languages br according flaubert french poet understand master texture french language hugo set postage stamps celebrating la fontaine fables issued france 1995 summary wikipedia p |
| 7486 |
7417 |
8024 |
Afternoon in July |
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<p>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of An Afternoon in July by Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 7, 2013.</p><p>Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon, born Rosanna Eleanor Mullins, was a Canadian writer and poet. She was "one of the first English-Canadian writers to depict French Canada in a way that earned the praise of, and resulted in her novels being read by, both anglophone and francophone Canadians."<br><br>Leprohon's novels were popular in both English and French Canada in the late 19th-century, and were still being reprinted in French in the mid-1920s. They gradually went out of fashion in the early 20th-century, as literary styles changed.<br>"Since 1970, however,"says the Dictionary of Literary Biography, "the life and works of Rosanna Eleanor Mullins Leprohon have been frequently noted and increasingly praised by critics and scholars of both English-and French-Canadian literature, and new editions of her works have been published." (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/an-afternoon-in-july-by-rosanna-eleanor-leprohon/ |
p librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings afternoon july rosanna eleanor leprohon fortnightly poetry project july 7 2013 p p rosanna eleanor leprohon born rosanna eleanor mullins canadian writer poet one first english canadian writers depict french canada way earned praise of resulted novels read by anglophone francophone canadians br br leprohon s novels popular english french canada late 19th century still reprinted french mid 1920s gradually went fashion early 20th century literary styles changed br since 1970 however says dictionary literary biography the life works rosanna eleanor mullins leprohon frequently noted increasingly praised critics scholars english and french canadian literature new editions works published summary wikipedia p |
| 7487 |
7418 |
8025 |
Pony Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Westerns, Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haw!! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again. This time the boys at Delaware Creek, dead in their saddles. They had been riding long and hard into Texas, looking forward to their next adventure. But, trouble finds them once again, this time Stacy Brown may have been shot! What will happen next is anyone's guess. (Summary by Ann Boulais) <br><br>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-the-grand-canyon-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Grand Canyon</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-on-the-blue-ridge-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys on the Blue Ridge</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-with-the-texas-rangers-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys move again time boys delaware creek dead saddles riding long hard texas looking forward next adventure but trouble finds again time stacy brown may shot happen next anyone s guess summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in the grand canyon by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys grand canyon a br next book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys on the blue ridge by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys blue ridge a br br |
| 7488 |
7419 |
8026 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces In The Red Cross |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The 10th and final book in the series for adolescent girls sees two of the three cousins react to atrocities in World War I by volunteering in the Red Cross. Written under the pseudonym of Edith Van Dyne, this is the 1915 version, which reflects United States' neutrality. A later version, published in 1918, differed significantly to reflect changes in the position of the United States. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-in-the-red-cross-by-l-frank-baum/ |
10th final book series adolescent girls sees two three cousins react atrocities world war volunteering red cross written pseudonym edith van dyne 1915 version reflects united states neutrality later version published 1918 differed significantly reflect changes position united states summary lynne thompson p |
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7420 |
8027 |
Beaux Stratagem |
George Farquhar |
Plays, Comedy |
<br />Two gentlemen of broken fortune, disguised as master and servant, and thinking that a good dowry split both ways would solve their problems; some cludgy highwaymen and their confederates; foxy inn-keeper and saucy daughter; a country home with a drunken squire and his long suffering wife, medicine-practicing Lady, and beautiful daughter. What could possibly go wrong? (Summary by ToddHW)<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Thomas Aimwell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright</a><br />Francis Archer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7691">engineerdst</a><br />Count Bellair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br />Squire Sullen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />Sir Charles Freeman/Countryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br />Foigard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8693">russellhughes</a><br />Gibbet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Hounslow/Bagshot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Boniface: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br />Scrub: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br />Lady Bountiful: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br />Mrs. Sullen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Dorinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br />Gipsy/Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br />Cherry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />Countrywoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8581">Katy Fossil</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Todd</strong><br /><br /> |
English |
1707 |
https://librivox.org/beaux-stratagem-by-george-farquhar/ |
br two gentlemen broken fortune disguised master servant thinking good dowry split ways would solve problems cludgy highwaymen confederates foxy inn keeper saucy daughter country home drunken squire long suffering wife medicine practicing lady beautiful daughter could possibly go wrong summary toddhw br br strong cast strong br thomas aimwell a href https librivox org reader 8466 chris cartwright a br francis archer a href https librivox org reader 7691 engineerdst a br count bellair a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br squire sullen a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br sir charles freeman countryman a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br foigard a href https librivox org reader 8693 russellhughes a br gibbet a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br hounslow bagshot a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br boniface a href https librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br scrub a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br lady bountiful a href https librivox org reader 8197 victoria p a br mrs sullen a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br dorinda a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br gipsy servant a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br cherry a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br countrywoman a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8581 katy fossil a br br strong audio edited todd strong br br |
| 7490 |
7421 |
8028 |
Uncle Wiggily's Travels |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
This is the second of 79 Uncle Wiggily books published and contains another selection of bedtime stories from those originally published in the Newark Evening News every day except Saturday for over 40 years. Uncle Wiggily Longears is a loveable rabbit who suffers from rheumatism and has many woodland friends and innocent adventures. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-travels-by-howard-r-garis/ |
second 79 uncle wiggily books published contains another selection bedtime stories originally published newark evening news every day except saturday 40 years uncle wiggily longears loveable rabbit suffers rheumatism many woodland friends innocent adventures summary lynne thompson p |
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7423 |
8031 |
Aviation Instructor's Handbook FAA-H-8083-9A |
Federal Aviation Administration |
*Non-fiction, Education |
The handbook does an outstanding job of explaining the application of management and learning psychology for the general educator/manager with detailed guidance for those studying to become Certificated Flight Instructors. Study of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which has excellent graphics. There are several excellent Handbooks at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/ For those who wish to view the source online in a format other than .pdf Internet Archive has some choices like Kindle and Epub available at https://archive.org/details/Aviation_Instructors_Handbook (Summary by Norman Elfer)<br/><br/>\nfrom the preface: Designed for ground instructors, flight instructors, and aviation maintenance instructors, the Aviation Instructor’s Handbook was developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with aviation educators and industry to help beginning instructors understand and apply the fundamentals of instruction. This handbook provides aviation instructors with up-to-date information on learning and teaching, and how to relate this information to the task of teaching aeronautical knowledge and skills to students. Experienced aviation instructors will also find the updated information useful for improving their effectiveness in training activities. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/aviation-instructors-handbook-faa-h-8083-9a-by-federal-aviation-administration/ |
handbook outstanding job explaining application management learning psychology general educator manager detailed guidance studying become certificated flight instructors study handbook include pdf faa excellent graphics several excellent handbooks http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals wish view source online format pdf internet archive choices like kindle epub available https archive org details aviation_instructors_handbook summary norman elfer br br preface designed ground instructors flight instructors aviation maintenance instructors aviation instructor s handbook developed flight standards service airman testing standards branch cooperation aviation educators industry help beginning instructors understand apply fundamentals instruction handbook provides aviation instructors up to date information learning teaching relate information task teaching aeronautical knowledge skills students experienced aviation instructors also find updated information useful improving effectiveness training activities p |
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7424 |
8032 |
Secret of the Silver Car |
Wyndham Martyn |
Detective Fiction |
Before he went to join the Armed Forces in World War I France, Anthony Trent had a successfull secret 'career' as a master criminal in the USA, never caught by the police (see <a href="https://librivox.org/anthony-trent-master-criminal-by-wyndham-martyn/">'Anthony Trent, Master Criminal'</a>). The war has just ended - but now Anthony Trent seriously fears exposure. While in the trenches, an explosion buried him alive, along with an English soldier. Thinking they would never get out alive, Anthony revealed his identity to the other soldier - just before they were rescued and separated. After recovering from his injuries, all Anthony can think about is finding the English soldier - to thank him for saving his life, but also to know whether the man will betray his big secret. His search is full of adventures, including espionage, blackmail and love. (Summary by Anna Simon)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-silver-car-by-wyndham-martyn/ |
went join armed forces world war france anthony trent successfull secret career master criminal usa never caught police see a href https librivox org anthony trent master criminal by wyndham martyn anthony trent master criminal a war ended anthony trent seriously fears exposure trenches explosion buried alive along english soldier thinking would never get alive anthony revealed identity soldier rescued separated recovering injuries anthony think finding english soldier thank saving life also know whether man betray big secret search full adventures including espionage blackmail love summary anna simon p |
| 7493 |
7425 |
8033 |
Selections from The Army and Navy Hymnal, Volume 2 |
Various |
Music, Religion |
This collection was a joint effort by the chaplains of the US Army and the Navy to meet the needs of divine services conducted in the Army and Navy, and for, in the compilers' words, "the upbuilding of patriotic citizenship." These 20 hymns from the book were selected by the singers. (Summary by Kevin Davidson)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-the-army-and-navy-hymnal-volume-2/ |
collection joint effort chaplains us army navy meet needs divine services conducted army navy for compilers words the upbuilding patriotic citizenship 20 hymns book selected singers summary kevin davidson p |
| 7494 |
7426 |
8034 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02 No. 1-2 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 2 Number 1 <i>April 1890.</i>:</b> </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>On the Telegraphic Determinations of Longitude by the Bureau of Navigation</li>\n<li>Report: Geography of the Land</li>\n<li>Report: Geography of the Air</li></ul></p>\n<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 2 Number 2 <i>May 1890.</i>:</b></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Rivers of Northern New Jersey, with notes on the classification of rivers in general.</li>\n<li>A Critical Review of Bering's First Expedition, 1725-30, together with a translation of his original Report upon it.</li>\n<li>Supplementary note on the alleged observation of a Lunar Eclipse by Bering in 1728-9.</li></ul></p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-02-no-1-2-by-various/ |
p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 2 number 1 i april 1890 i b h3 ul li on telegraphic determinations longitude bureau navigation li li report geography land li li report geography air li ul p p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 2 number 2 i may 1890 i b h3 ul li the rivers northern new jersey notes classification rivers general li li a critical review bering s first expedition 1725 30 together translation original report upon it li li supplementary note alleged observation lunar eclipse bering 1728 9 li ul p |
| 7495 |
7427 |
8035 |
幼年時代 (Yonenjidai) |
Murō Saisei |
General |
著者の少年時代をモデルにした小説。金沢の犀川のほとりに住んだ、7歳から13歳までの様子が描かれています。実父母がいるにも関わらず、養家にだされた主人公は、しばしば、実家に行っていました。一日に2回もいくこともありました。しかし、実父が亡くなると、実母は、追い出されてしまい、2度と会えなくなってしまいます。そんな主人公の救いは、、養家の姉でした。血のつながりがなくても、実に仲が良い二人でした。しかし、その姉もまた、望まぬ所へ、嫁に行ってしまいます。<br/><br/>\nA story based on the author's childhood. He was born in Kanazawa City. He soon became a step child. (Summary by ekzemplaro) <br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/yonenjidai-by-murou-saisei |
著者の少年時代をモデルにした小説 金沢の犀川のほとりに住んだ 7歳から13歳までの様子が描かれています 実父母がいるにも関わらず 養家にだされた主人公は しばしば 実家に行っていました 一日に2回もいくこともありました しかし 実父が亡くなると 実母は 追い出されてしまい 2度と会えなくなってしまいます そんな主人公の救いは 養家の姉でした 血のつながりがなくても 実に仲が良い二人でした しかし その姉もまた 望まぬ所へ 嫁に行ってしまいます br br story based author s childhood born kanazawa city soon became step child summary ekzemplaro br br |
| 7496 |
7428 |
8036 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 022 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of nineteen stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-022-by-various/ |
collection nineteen stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 7497 |
7562 |
8173 |
Little Colonel: Maid of Honor |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Family, General |
The Little Kentucky "Colonel," so much of a favorite with young readers, has reached the age for interest in other people's love affairs. The main action of this new page of happenings in the life of Lloyd Sherman centers about a southern wedding, so perfectly arranged as to give the impression that everything "bloomed into place." (Book Review Digest, Vol. 2 - 1906) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonel-maid-of-honor-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
little kentucky colonel much favorite young readers reached age interest people s love affairs main action new page happenings life lloyd sherman centers southern wedding perfectly arranged give impression everything bloomed place book review digest vol 2 1906 |
| 7498 |
7429 |
8037 |
Arabic Language Learning Collection, Vol. 001 |
Various |
Language learning, Other religions |
This is a collection of chapters and sections from materials designed to teach the Arabic language, as well as reference materials related to Arabic, materials about the Arabic language and a selection of materials in Arabic to allow the student to practise his or her listening comprehension skills and pronunciation. The materials include course books, modern grammars and traditional Arabic grammatical works, including the Ajurrumiyyah of Ibn Ajurrum and the Mi'at Amil of Jurjani. They each focus on different aspects of the two core science of Arabic grammar, viz. nahw (syntax) and sarf (morphology). Some of the Arabic-language materials come from religious books, such as the Holy Qur’án, which has been studied by new students of Arabic for more than a thousand years, as well as al-Kitábu’l-’Aqdas (the Most Holy Book) of Bahá’u’lláh, which comes from the most recent of the Abrahamic religions. I hope that this collection will provide the student with the tools he or she needs to begin studying the Arabic language. Listening to audio materials, however useful, must be combined with study of the writing system, reading written texts and practical exercise of the language. (Summary by Nicholas J. Bridgewater)</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/arabic-language-learning-collection-vol-001-by-various/ |
collection chapters sections materials designed teach arabic language well reference materials related arabic materials arabic language selection materials arabic allow student practise listening comprehension skills pronunciation materials include course books modern grammars traditional arabic grammatical works including ajurrumiyyah ibn ajurrum mi at amil jurjani focus different aspects two core science arabic grammar viz nahw syntax sarf morphology arabic language materials come religious books holy qur án studied new students arabic thousand years well al kitábu l aqdas the holy book bahá u lláh comes recent abrahamic religions hope collection provide student tools needs begin studying arabic language listening audio materials however useful must combined study writing system reading written texts practical exercise language summary nicholas j bridgewater p |
| 7499 |
7430 |
8038 |
He Had His Dream |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of He Had His Dream by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 14, 2013.<br><br>Paul Laurence Dunbar was the first African-American to gain national eminence as a poet. Born in 1872 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of ex-slaves.... Although he lived to be only 33 years old, Dunbar was prolific, writing short stories, novels, librettos, plays, songs and essays as well as the poetry for which he became well known. He was popular with black and white readers of his day, and his works are celebrated today by scholars and school children alike. (Summary by Florence Short)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/he-had-his-dream-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings dream paul laurence dunbar weekly poetry project july 14 2013 br br paul laurence dunbar first african american gain national eminence poet born 1872 dayton ohio son ex slaves although lived 33 years old dunbar prolific writing short stories novels librettos plays songs essays well poetry became well known popular black white readers day works celebrated today scholars school children alike summary florence short br br |
| 7500 |
7431 |
8039 |
There's Laughter in the Air! Radio's Top Comedians and Their Best Shows |
Jack Gaver |
Performing Arts |
There's Laughter in the Air takes readers on a sidesplitting romp through the world of old-time radio comedy. It gives a brief history of the medium and brief but intimate accounts of some of the biggest acts from the 1930s and 1940s. Gaver and Stanley give insight on several luminaries from the days of vintage radio: Jack Benny, Fred Allen, Fibber McGee and Molly, Burns and Allen, Amos 'n Andy, and more! (Summary by ChuckW)</p> |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/theres-laughter-in-the-air-radios-top-comedians-and-their-best-shows-by-jack-gaver/ |
there s laughter air takes readers sidesplitting romp world old time radio comedy gives brief history medium brief intimate accounts biggest acts 1930s 1940s gaver stanley give insight several luminaries days vintage radio jack benny fred allen fibber mcgee molly burns allen amos n andy more summary chuckw p |
| 7501 |
7432 |
8040 |
Life and Adventures of Venture |
Venture Smith |
Memoirs |
Venture Smith (1729–1805) was an African captured as a child and transported to the American colonies to be sold as a slave. As an adult, he purchased his freedom and that of his family. His history was documented when he gave a narrative of his life to a schoolteacher, who wrote it down and published it under the title A Narrative of the Life and Adventures of Venture, a Native of Africa: But Resident above Sixty Years in the United States of America, Related by Himself. (Introduction by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-venture-by-venture-smith/ |
venture smith 1729 1805 african captured child transported american colonies sold slave adult purchased freedom family history documented gave narrative life schoolteacher wrote published title narrative life adventures venture native africa resident sixty years united states america related himself introduction wikipedia p |
| 7502 |
7433 |
8041 |
Bush Debate |
Edward Dyson |
Poetry |
<p>In 1892, two of Australia's best poets came up with a scheme to make some money. They arranged to have an argument in the Weekly Bulletin, and since they were being paid by the word, this let them fire back and forth, being sent beer money with each salvo. A couple of other poets also joined in, and their work is seminal to the development of the Bush ethos in Australia.<br />\n\nThe first eight files are the original form of the poems, and the second eight are later republications by the authors, in their own collections. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-bush-debate-by-various/ |
p in 1892 two australia s best poets came scheme make money arranged argument weekly bulletin since paid word let fire back forth sent beer money salvo couple poets also joined in work seminal development bush ethos australia br first eight files original form poems second eight later republications authors collections summary timothy ferguson p |
| 7503 |
7434 |
8042 |
Rada; A Belgian Christmas Eve |
Alfred Noyes |
Drama |
This is not heart warming holiday fare. It is a short (one-act) unsubtle antiwar play by the English poet Alfred Noyes (1880-1958), published in 1915 while World War I is in progress. Part of the work is in verse. Music sung by Duane Steadman. (Summary by David Wales)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/rada-a-belgian-christmas-eve-by-alfred-noyes/ |
heart warming holiday fare short one act unsubtle antiwar play english poet alfred noyes 1880 1958 published 1915 world war progress part work verse music sung duane steadman summary david wales p |
| 7504 |
7556 |
8167 |
Untilled Field |
George Moore |
Single Author Collections |
George Moore, an Irish writer involved with the Celtic Revival was influenced by the French Realists and particularly by the work of Émile Zola. Often considered as the first modern Irish novelist he became involved with Lady Gregory and William Butler Yeats in the establishment of the Irish Literary Theatre. As part of his involvement with the Literary Revival, he wrote a set of short stories set in Ireland, drawn from his experiences growing up on his family’s estates in Co. Mayo. The stories were intended to be translated into Irish as a part of a new tradition of Gaelic Literature. <br>\nThe stories were later published in English as The Untilled Field, in 1903. Moore was initially influenced by Ivan Turgenyev’s collection of short stories, Tales of a Sportsman and in turn they are thought to have been an influence on James Joyce’s Dubliners collection. Moore’s stories look at Irish rural life at the end of the 19th Century and examines the role that the clergy played in the lives of those who remained after mass emigration denuded the Irish countryside.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-untilled-field-by-george-moore/ |
george moore irish writer involved celtic revival influenced french realists particularly work émile zola often considered first modern irish novelist became involved lady gregory william butler yeats establishment irish literary theatre part involvement literary revival wrote set short stories set ireland drawn experiences growing family s estates co mayo stories intended translated irish part new tradition gaelic literature br stories later published english untilled field 1903 moore initially influenced ivan turgenyev s collection short stories tales sportsman turn thought influence james joyce s dubliners collection moore s stories look irish rural life end 19th century examines role clergy played lives remained mass emigration denuded irish countryside summary noel badrian p |
| 7505 |
7435 |
8043 |
Red Battle Flyer |
Manfred von Richthofen |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (20th C) |
Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen (2 May 1892 – 21 April 1918), also widely known as the Red Baron, was a German fighter pilot with the Imperial German Army Air Service (Luftstreitkräfte) during World War I. He is considered the top ace of that war, being officially credited with 80 air combat victories.<br /><br />Originally a cavalryman, Richthofen transferred to the Air Service in 1915, becoming one of the first members of Jasta 2 in 1916. He quickly distinguished himself as a fighter pilot, and during 1917 became leader of Jasta 11 and then the larger unit Jagdgeschwader 1 (better known as the "Flying Circus"). By 1918, he was regarded as a national hero in Germany, and was very well known by the other side.<br /><br />Richthofen was shot down and killed near Amiens on 21 April 1918. There has been considerable discussion and debate regarding aspects of his career, especially the circumstances of his death. He remains perhaps the most widely known fighter pilot of all time. This recording is a short autobiography of Manfred von Richthofen. For information, the Ordre Pour le Mérite, was also known by the flyers as The Blue Max. (Summary by Wikipedia and Tom Weiss) <br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-battle-flyer-by-manfred-von-richthofen/ |
manfred albrecht freiherr von richthofen 2 may 1892 21 april 1918 also widely known red baron german fighter pilot imperial german army air service luftstreitkräfte world war i considered top ace war officially credited 80 air combat victories br br originally cavalryman richthofen transferred air service 1915 becoming one first members jasta 2 1916 quickly distinguished fighter pilot 1917 became leader jasta 11 larger unit jagdgeschwader 1 better known flying circus 1918 regarded national hero germany well known side br br richthofen shot killed near amiens 21 april 1918 considerable discussion debate regarding aspects career especially circumstances death remains perhaps widely known fighter pilot time recording short autobiography manfred von richthofen information ordre pour le mérite also known flyers blue max summary wikipedia tom weiss br br |
| 7506 |
7436 |
8044 |
Magna Moralia |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Philosophy |
Magna Moralia (Ancient Greek: ΗΟΙΚΩΝ ΜΕΓΑΛΩΝ, English: Great Ethics) discusses topics including friendship, virtue, happiness and God. It is disputed whether Aristotle wrote Magna Moralia. This author concludes that it is absurd to suggest that God contemplates only God but does not propose an alternative activity for God. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/magna-moralia-by-aristotle/ |
magna moralia ancient greek ηοικων μεγαλων english great ethics discusses topics including friendship virtue happiness god disputed whether aristotle wrote magna moralia author concludes absurd suggest god contemplates god propose alternative activity god summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 7507 |
7437 |
8045 |
Camp of Wallenstein |
Friedrich Schiller |
Drama |
This is the first play of Friedrich Schiller's Wallenstein Trilogy. Set in a Bohemian camp during the Thirty Years War, it introduces the major characters of the rest of the trilogy, like Albrecht von Wallenstein and Max Piccolomini, from their subordinates' point of view. (Summary by Libby Gohn) <br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Peasant, Dragoon, Second Cuirassier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Peasant Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Sergeant-Major: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Trumpeter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>A Hulan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>A Sharpshooter, Schoolmaster, Recruit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>A Croat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a><br>An Artilleryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>First Yager: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Second Yager: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Soldier-Boy, First Arquebusier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Sutler-Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Servant Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>Citizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Capuchin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>First Cuirassier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Second Arquebusier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>Second Sharpshooter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br><b>Edited by Libby Gohn</b></p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-camp-of-wallenstein-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
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| 7508 |
7438 |
8046 |
田舎教師 (Inaka Kyoshi) |
Katai Tayama |
General Fiction |
熊谷の中学を卒業した林清三は、住んでいる行田から、4里離れた、弥勒の小学校の先生になった。一緒に卒業した友達のように、上の学校に行きたかったが、家庭の事情で、それも適わなかった。まずは、羽生の寺に部屋を借りて、1里半の道を通ったが、次第に宿直室に泊まるようになる。文学、音楽、植物と彼の関心は変わっていく。その内に、病魔に襲われる。そして、肺の病の為に、両親を残して亡くなる。<br><br>\n\nSeizou graduated from high school and becomes an elementary school teacher. He got tuberculosis and died young. (Summary by ekzemplaro)<p> |
Japanese |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/inakakyoshi-by-katai-tayama/ |
熊谷の中学を卒業した林清三は 住んでいる行田から 4里離れた 弥勒の小学校の先生になった 一緒に卒業した友達のように 上の学校に行きたかったが 家庭の事情で それも適わなかった まずは 羽生の寺に部屋を借りて 1里半の道を通ったが 次第に宿直室に泊まるようになる 文学 音楽 植物と彼の関心は変わっていく その内に 病魔に襲われる そして 肺の病の為に 両親を残して亡くなる br br seizou graduated high school becomes elementary school teacher got tuberculosis died young summary ekzemplaro p |
| 7509 |
7439 |
8047 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (abridged, version 3) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
A delightful version of Alice's Adventures following that scurrying Rabbit with the watch that is shortened for the enjoyment of younger children. She meets all of the strange talking animals (and they are just as rude or silly as usual) and eats and drinks from all of the bottles and grows and shrinks alarmingly just like in the longer version. Enjoy. (Summary by the reader, Phil Chenevert) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-abridged-version-3-by-lewis-carroll/ |
delightful version alice s adventures following scurrying rabbit watch shortened enjoyment younger children meets strange talking animals and rude silly usual eats drinks bottles grows shrinks alarmingly like longer version enjoy summary reader phil chenevert p |
| 7510 |
7440 |
8048 |
First on the Moon |
Jeff Sutton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
The four men had been scrutinized, watched, investigated, and intensively trained for more than a year. They were the best men to be found for that first, all-important flight to the Moon--the pioneer manned rocket that would give either the East or the West control over the Earth.<br><br>Yet when the race started, Adam Crag found that he had a saboteur among his crew ... a traitor! Such a man could give the Reds possession of Luna, and thereby dominate the world it circled.<br><br>Any one of the other three could be the hidden enemy, and if he didn't discover the agent soon--even while they were roaring on rocket jets through outer space--then Adam Crag, his expedition, and his country would be destroyed!\n(Summary by Jeff Sutton) <p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/first-on-the-moon-by-jeff-sutton/ |
four men scrutinized watched investigated intensively trained year best men found first all important flight moon the pioneer manned rocket would give either east west control earth br br yet race started adam crag found saboteur among crew traitor man could give reds possession luna thereby dominate world circled br br any one three could hidden enemy discover agent soon even roaring rocket jets outer space then adam crag expedition country would destroyed summary jeff sutton p |
| 7511 |
7441 |
8049 |
John Sherman and Dhoya |
William Butler Yeats |
Single Author Collections |
In 1891, Yeats published "John Sherman", a novella, and "Dhoya", a Celtic mythologic story. Ganconagh, Yeats’s <i>nom de plume</i> for this work is the name of a male faerie in Irish mythology that is known for seducing human women. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/john-sherman-and-dhoya-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
1891 yeats published john sherman novella dhoya celtic mythologic story ganconagh yeats s i nom de plume i work name male faerie irish mythology known seducing human women summary wikipedia p |
| 7512 |
7579 |
8190 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2013 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<br />A selection of poems, short stories and other prose for the Christmas season in English, Finnish and German.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2013/ |
br a selection poems short stories prose christmas season english finnish german br br |
| 7513 |
7442 |
8050 |
Southern Horrors: Lynch Law In All Its Phases |
Ida B. Wells-Barnett |
Essays & Short Works, Modern (19th C) |
<br />Thoroughly appalled and sickened by the rising numbers of white-on-black murders in the South since the beginning of Reconstruction, and by the unwillingness of local, state and federal governments to prosecute those who were responsible, Ida Bell Wells-Barnett wrote Southern Horrors, a pamphlet in which she exposed the horrible reality of lynchings to the rest of the nation and to the world. Wells explained, through case study, how the federal government's failure to intervene allowed Southern states the latitude to slowly but effectively disenfranchise blacks from participating as free men and women in a post-Civil War America with the rights and opportunities guaranteed to all Americans by the Constitution. (Summary by James K. White )<br /><br />Read by James K. White and Laura Victoria<br /><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/southern-horrors-by-ida-b-wells/ |
br thoroughly appalled sickened rising numbers white on black murders south since beginning reconstruction unwillingness local state federal governments prosecute responsible ida bell wells barnett wrote southern horrors pamphlet exposed horrible reality lynchings rest nation world wells explained case study federal government s failure intervene allowed southern states latitude slowly effectively disenfranchise blacks participating free men women post civil war america rights opportunities guaranteed americans constitution summary james k white br br read james k white laura victoria br br |
| 7514 |
7443 |
8051 |
Secret of the Ninth Planet (Version 2) |
Donald Wollheim |
Science Fiction |
<br />An alien race has put a station on Earth and other planets in order to steal the rays of the sun, possible causing the sun to nova within two years. Burl Denning, a high school student, is the only person who has the power to stop the alien project. Can he and the crew of the experimental space ship Magellan act in time to save the earth? (Summary by Tom Weiss) <br /><br /> |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-ninth-planet-by-donald-wollheim-2/ |
br an alien race put station earth planets order steal rays sun possible causing sun nova within two years burl denning high school student person power stop alien project crew experimental space ship magellan act time save earth summary tom weiss br br |
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7444 |
8052 |
Frog Prince and Other Stories (version 2) |
Walter Crane |
General |
These three stories,The Frog Prince, Princess Belle-Etoile and Alladin, beloved by generations of children, are here retold in a format and style close to their earliest beginnings. Many of the embellishments that have been added to them over the centuries and which we now automatically associate with them have been omitted and the stores are presented in a simplicity and clarity that is refreshing to hear. They are full of beautiful princesses, noble, brave and handsome princes, dangerous quests, evil plotters and magic birds. In all, the righteous win out in the end and the wicked are properly punished. (Summary by the reader, Phil Chenevert ) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-frog-prince-and-other-stories-by-walter-crane/ |
three stories the frog prince princess belle etoile alladin beloved generations children retold format style close earliest beginnings many embellishments added centuries automatically associate omitted stores presented simplicity clarity refreshing hear full beautiful princesses noble brave handsome princes dangerous quests evil plotters magic birds all righteous win end wicked properly punished summary reader phil chenevert p |
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7445 |
8053 |
Iola Leroy |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Historical Fiction |
This is the story of Iola Leroy, a free-born, mixed-race woman who passed as white. Her true racial identity eventually discovered, she was kidnapped and sold into slavery. Later freed by the Union Army, she journeyed to find others of her family who had been disunited from each other and strewn across the south by the forces of slavery. In the process she also struggled to improve the economic and social station of African Americans. Iola Leroy is a story about race and gender roles during the antebellum and post-Civil War eras, "passing" and the associated socio-political consequences. (Summary by James K. White)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/iola-leroy-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
story iola leroy free born mixed race woman passed white true racial identity eventually discovered kidnapped sold slavery later freed union army journeyed find others family disunited strewn across south forces slavery process also struggled improve economic social station african americans iola leroy story race gender roles antebellum post civil war eras passing associated socio political consequences summary james k white p |
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7446 |
8054 |
Blue Cat of Castle Town |
Catherine Cate Coblentz |
Animals & Nature |
"The mother cat had been quite upset when she first saw the blue kitten. She had looked fearfully then toward the river. For, like all cats, she had heard that a blue kitten could learn the river's song. Any kitten has a hard enough time to find a home for himself. For every kitten must find a hearth to fit his song. But a kitten who listens to the river and learns the river's song has the hardest time of all. Not only must the kitten who sings the river's song find a hearth to fit that song, but he must teach the keeper of that hearth to sing the same song. The river's song is very old. And mortals who have ears to hear and hearts to sing are fewer than few." (From The Blue Cat of Castle Town)<br /><br />This project was proof listened by Catharine Eastman, ElleyCat, and Park Chohwa.<br /><br /> |
English |
1949 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-cat-of-castle-town-by-catherine-cate-coblentz/ |
the mother cat quite upset first saw blue kitten looked fearfully toward river for like cats heard blue kitten could learn river s song kitten hard enough time find home himself every kitten must find hearth fit song kitten listens river learns river s song hardest time all must kitten sings river s song find hearth fit song must teach keeper hearth sing song river s song old mortals ears hear hearts sing fewer few from blue cat castle town br br this project proof listened catharine eastman elleycat park chohwa br br |
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7447 |
8055 |
Memories of Childhood's Slavery Days |
Annie L. Burton |
Memoirs |
This is a short and simple, yet poignant autobiography of Annie Burton, who recounts her early carefree childhood as a slave on a southern plantation while the Civil War raged around her, and after the Emancipation Proclamation, how her life changed as she struggled to maintain herself and family, manage her finances, and develop as a free person of color. The last half of the narrative relies heavily upon speeches, poems, and hymns written by others that stirred Annie's religious passions and increased her pride in her heritage, including a very powerful speech by Dr. P. Thomas Stanford, "The Race Question in America", which no doubt gave Annie some historical perspective, boosted her pride, and offered much food for thought to her readers upon that important subject. (Summary by Michele Fry)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/memories-of-childhoods-slavery-days-by-annie-l-burton/ |
short simple yet poignant autobiography annie burton recounts early carefree childhood slave southern plantation civil war raged around her emancipation proclamation life changed struggled maintain family manage finances develop free person color last half narrative relies heavily upon speeches poems hymns written others stirred annie s religious passions increased pride heritage including powerful speech dr p thomas stanford the race question america doubt gave annie historical perspective boosted pride offered much food thought readers upon important subject summary michele fry p |
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7449 |
8057 |
At the Club |
Richard Hovey |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br>LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of At the Club by Richard Hovey. This was the Weekly Poetry project for August 3, 2013.<br><br>Richard Hovey was an American poet. Graduating from Dartmouth College in 1885, he is known in part for penning the school Alma Mater, Men of Dartmouth.\nHe collaborated with Canadian poet Bliss Carman on three volumes of "tramp" verse: Songs from Vagabondia (1894), More Songs from Vagabondia (1896), and Last Songs from Vagabondia (1900), the last being published after Hovey's death. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-club-by-richard-hovey/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings club richard hovey weekly poetry project august 3 2013 br br richard hovey american poet graduating dartmouth college 1885 known part penning school alma mater men dartmouth collaborated canadian poet bliss carman three volumes tramp verse songs vagabondia 1894 songs vagabondia 1896 last songs vagabondia 1900 last published hovey s death summary wikipedia br br |
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7450 |
8058 |
Cabbages and Kings |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
This work is O. Henry's first published volume and is considered to be his only novel. The plot is composed of several short stories, which were inspired by the author's six-month stay in Honduras in the late 1890s.\n<br><br>\n"The incidents embracing as they do, a variety of subjects, hang loosely together, so loosely in fact, that at times one finds no apparent connection between them at all, and yet in the end one sees how each is intimately related to the other. ...Written by a less able hand than O. Henry's the book might have been a sad jumble, perhaps comprehensible to none but the Walrus--but as it is, one finds a joy in its every obscurity." -- The New York Times Book Review, Dec. 17, 1904)\n<br><br>\nGreat mysteries are ofen meta-mysteries. For over a century this novel has masqueraded as a collection of loosely connected short stories. Looking backwards through a prism (now a commonplace critical contortion) Cabbages and Kings foreshadows many shadings: "At Swim-Two-Birds", "Pierre Menard, Author of the Quixote", "Tyrants Destroyed", "The Continuity of Parks". -- Elliot Gage\n<br><br>\nO. Henry spent his first years as a writer in Austin, Texas, and the University of Texas maintains a 219-item collection of his works at the <a href="http://texashistory.unt.edu/explore/collections/OHENRY/">Portal to Texas History</a> (reference to publicly-available items which may not be in public domain offered to enthusiasts). — Eric W. Metzler\n<br><br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/cabbages-and-kings-by-o-henry/ |
work o henry s first published volume considered novel plot composed several short stories inspired author s six month stay honduras late 1890s br br the incidents embracing do variety subjects hang loosely together loosely fact times one finds apparent connection all yet end one sees intimately related other written less able hand o henry s book might sad jumble perhaps comprehensible none walrus but is one finds joy every obscurity new york times book review dec 17 1904 br br great mysteries ofen meta mysteries century novel masqueraded collection loosely connected short stories looking backwards prism now commonplace critical contortion cabbages kings foreshadows many shadings at swim two birds pierre menard author quixote tyrants destroyed the continuity parks elliot gage br br o henry spent first years writer austin texas university texas maintains 219 item collection works a href http texashistory unt edu explore collections ohenry portal texas history a reference publicly available items may public domain offered enthusiasts eric w metzler br br |
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7451 |
8059 |
Children's Edition of Touching Incidents and Remarkable Answers to Prayer |
Solomon Benjamin Shaw |
Religion |
Solomon Benjamin Shaw was a Methodist Episcopal minister, historian, essayist and editor. Solomon and Etta Ellen were married in McBride, Montcalm County, Michigan. Solomon resided in Chicago, Illinois for a time before taking up his principal residence in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Rev. Shaw labored on what he referred to as the "undenominational line". This stand constituted a middle ground between the association plan favored by the denomination-oriented members of the National and the independent congregationalists of the movement. "Our work is not to build up or tear down churches, but to save souls and to lead God's people into the glorious experience of entire sanctification regardless of denominational lines," he said. - Summary by Tim Cote<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-edition-of-touching-incidents-and-remarkable-answers-to-prayer-by-solomon-benjamin-shaw/ |
solomon benjamin shaw methodist episcopal minister historian essayist editor solomon etta ellen married mcbride montcalm county michigan solomon resided chicago illinois time taking principal residence grand rapids michigan rev shaw labored referred undenominational line stand constituted middle ground association plan favored denomination oriented members national independent congregationalists movement our work build tear churches save souls lead god s people glorious experience entire sanctification regardless denominational lines said summary tim cote p |
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7452 |
8060 |
Peter Pan (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
J. M. Barrie |
Dramatic Readings, Action & Adventure |
"All children, except one, grow up,” begins J. M. Barrie's most famous novel. Barrie then proceeds to tell the story of that one extraordinary exception, Peter Pan, who lives in the Neverland with pirates and fairies and is always having adventures. One night he appears in the nursery of the Darling children and the most marvelous adventure of all begins. Light-hearted though it seems in premise, Peter Pan is a sweet but melancholy tribute to the fleeting innocence of childhood that has endured as a beloved favorite of children and adults alike ever since its first publication. (Summary by Eden Rea-Hedrick) <br><br>\n\nNarrator/ Peter Pan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Mrs. Darling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Mr. Darling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>Wendy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Nana/ The Never Bird: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>Michael/ Tinker Bell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5471">ElleyKat</a><br>John/ The Twins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>The Smallest Star/ Liza: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett</a><br>Captain Hook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Tootles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>Slightly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6914">Katalina Watt</a><br>Nibs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8728">Cheryl Michele</a><br>Starkey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Smee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7867">nomorejeffs</a><br>Curly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8514">Charlotte Brown</a><br>Tiger Lily: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>The Voice of Hook's School: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>Bill Jukes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Cecco/ Mullins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8784">Kingof192</a><br>Noodler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8682">Todd Jenken</a><br>Cookson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8794">LaMar Hawkins</a><br>Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\n<br>\n\n<p><b>Audio edited by:</b>Eden Rea-Hedrick, Kimberley Krause, and TimoleonWash</p>\n\n<b>This project was proof listened by:</b> Eden Rea-Hedrick, Kimberly Krause, and Matt Bohnhoff\n<br><br> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/peter-pan-dramatic-reading-by-j-m-barrie/ |
all children except one grow up begins j m barrie s famous novel barrie proceeds tell story one extraordinary exception peter pan lives neverland pirates fairies always adventures one night appears nursery darling children marvelous adventure begins light hearted though seems premise peter pan sweet melancholy tribute fleeting innocence childhood endured beloved favorite children adults alike ever since first publication summary eden rea hedrick br br narrator peter pan a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br mrs darling a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br mr darling a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br wendy a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br nana never bird a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br michael tinker bell a href https librivox org reader 5471 elleykat a br john twins a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br the smallest star liza a href https librivox org reader 8470 rebecca braunert plunkett a br captain hook a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br tootles a href https librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br slightly a href https librivox org reader 6914 katalina watt a br nibs a href https librivox org reader 8728 cheryl michele a br starkey a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br smee a href https librivox org reader 7867 nomorejeffs a br curly a href https librivox org reader 8514 charlotte brown a br tiger lily a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br the voice hook s school a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br bill jukes a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br cecco mullins a href https librivox org reader 8784 kingof192 a br noodler a href https librivox org reader 8682 todd jenken a br cookson a href https librivox org reader 8794 lamar hawkins a br jane a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br br p b audio edited by b eden rea hedrick kimberley krause timoleonwash p b this project proof listened by b eden rea hedrick kimberly krause matt bohnhoff br br |
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7453 |
8061 |
Children's Classics in Dramatic Form |
Augusta Stevenson |
Plays, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of short stories by the Brothers Grimm, Aesop, Anderson, and more authors, turned into short children's plays by Augusta Stevenson. This collection has seventeen plays in which characters come together and form a classic children's story. (Summary by francesb) \n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8625">mepreckel</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8721">Onlam</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">silverquill</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">GardenerOfStars</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">LydiaCW</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8790">possum2364</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8308">hallejk</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6492">HughGil</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">abendlied</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9423">jerrica</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4742">Little_Tee</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4667">m8b1</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">aradlaw</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">arnaldo4455</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">MrsHand</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6167">Janet99</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9228">kcotter13</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">JoFriday21</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">jessieyun0404</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savvy0712</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">RosslynCarlyle</a><br>\n<br> <b>Edited by: Michele Eaton, Maria Therese and David Olson</b></p>\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-classics-in-dramatic-form-by-augusta-stevenson/ |
collection short stories brothers grimm aesop anderson authors turned short children s plays augusta stevenson collection seventeen plays characters come together form classic children s story summary francesb br br cast list br a href https librivox org reader 8625 mepreckel a a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira a a href https librivox org reader 8721 onlam a a href https librivox org reader 8425 silverquill a a href https librivox org reader 8470 gardenerofstars a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydiacw a a href https librivox org reader 8790 possum2364 a a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a a href https librivox org reader 4064 margaret a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 8308 hallejk a a href https librivox org reader 6492 hughgil a a href https librivox org reader 8923 abendlied a a href https librivox org reader 9423 jerrica a a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a a href https librivox org reader 4742 little_tee a a href https librivox org reader 4667 m8b1 a a href https librivox org reader 2911 aradlaw a a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo4455 a a href https librivox org reader 8677 mrshand a a href https librivox org reader 6167 janet99 a a href https librivox org reader 9228 kcotter13 a a href https librivox org reader 6544 jofriday21 a a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessieyun0404 a a href https librivox org reader 7708 savvy0712 a a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyncarlyle a br br b edited by michele eaton maria therese david olson b p |
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9889 |
10527 |
Confidences d'Arsène Lupin |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Short Stories |
Recueil de neuf nouvelles d'Arsène Lupin (Les Jeux du soleil, L'anneau nuptial, Le signe de l'ombre, Le piège infernal, L'écharpe de soie rouge, La mort qui rôde, Edith au cou de Cygne, Le fétu de paille, Le mariage d'Arsène Lupin)\n - Summary by Fao10rk |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/les-confidences-darsene-lupin-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
recueil de neuf nouvelles d arsène lupin les jeux du soleil l anneau nuptial le signe de l ombre le piège infernal l écharpe de soie rouge la mort qui rôde edith au cou de cygne le fétu de paille le mariage d arsène lupin summary fao10rk |
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7454 |
8062 |
Essay Concerning Humane Understanding Book I |
John Locke |
Philosophy |
<p>John Locke's essays on human understanding answers the question “What gives rise to ideas in our minds?”. In the first book Locke refutes the notion of innate ideas and argues against a number of propositions that rationalists offer as universally accepted truth. In the second book Locke elaborates the role played by sensation, reflection, perception and retention in giving rise to simple ideas. Then he elaborates on how different modes, substances and relations of simple ideas (of the same kind) give rise to complex ideas v.g. space, time, infinity etc. Finally he discusses complex ideas of mixed modes which arise from a combination of simple ideas of different kinds v.g. identity and diversity, cause and effect, etc. (Summary by bala) </p> Prooflistening for this project was done by <a href="librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a> and <a href="librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1689 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-concerning-humane-understanding-by-john-locke/ |
p john locke s essays human understanding answers question what gives rise ideas minds first book locke refutes notion innate ideas argues number propositions rationalists offer universally accepted truth second book locke elaborates role played sensation reflection perception retention giving rise simple ideas elaborates different modes substances relations simple ideas of kind give rise complex ideas v g space time infinity etc finally discusses complex ideas mixed modes arise combination simple ideas different kinds v g identity diversity cause effect etc summary bala p prooflistening project done a href librivox org reader 7848 bala a a href librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br br |
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7455 |
8063 |
Blackfeet Tales of Glacier National Park |
James W. Schultz |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Westerns |
<p><br />James Willard Schultz, or Apikuni, (1859 – 1947) was a noted author, explorer, Glacier National Park guide, fur trader and historian of the Blackfoot Indians. Schultz is most noted for his prolific stories about Blackfoot life and his contributions to the naming of prominent features in Glacier National Park. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/blackfeet-tales-of-glacier-national-park-by-james-w-schultz/ |
p br james willard schultz apikuni 1859 1947 noted author explorer glacier national park guide fur trader historian blackfoot indians schultz noted prolific stories blackfoot life contributions naming prominent features glacier national park summary wikipedia p |
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7456 |
8064 |
In the Arctic Seas |
Francis McClintock |
Exploration |
In 1857, Lady Jane Franklin, the wife of Sir John Franklin, who went missing with his entire crew during his 1845 expedition to discover the Northwest Passage, commissioned Captain Francis McClintock to investigate what had happened to the expedition, and purchased for him the small steam yacht known as the 'Fox'. This is McClintock's own account of the two year voyage of the 'Fox'. Following an initially unsuccessful attempt to cross the Davis Strait, the 'Fox' was forced to spend the first winter trapped in the sea-ice off the coast of Greenland. After the next year's thaw, McClintock eventually reached the islands of the Canadian Arctic, where an extensive search finally revealed the grisly truth of the fate of Franklin. (Summary by Patrick Eaton)<p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-arctic-seas-by-francis-mcclintock/ |
1857 lady jane franklin wife sir john franklin went missing entire crew 1845 expedition discover northwest passage commissioned captain francis mcclintock investigate happened expedition purchased small steam yacht known fox mcclintock s account two year voyage fox following initially unsuccessful attempt cross davis strait fox forced spend first winter trapped sea ice coast greenland next year s thaw mcclintock eventually reached islands canadian arctic extensive search finally revealed grisly truth fate franklin summary patrick eaton p |
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7457 |
8065 |
Virginians |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
It tells the story of Henry Esmond's twin grandsons, George and Henry Warrington. Henry's romantic entanglements with an older woman lead up to his taking a commission in the British army and fighting under the command of General Wolfe at the capture of Quebec. On the outbreak of the American War of Independence he takes the revolutionary side. George, who is also a British officer, thereupon resigns his commission rather than take up arms against his brother. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/the-virginians-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
tells story henry esmond s twin grandsons george henry warrington henry s romantic entanglements older woman lead taking commission british army fighting command general wolfe capture quebec outbreak american war independence takes revolutionary side george also british officer thereupon resigns commission rather take arms brother summary wikipedia p |
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7458 |
8066 |
Green Carnation |
Robert Smythe Hichens |
Satire |
The Green Carnation, first published anonymously in 1894, was a scandalous novel by Robert Hichens whose lead characters are closely based on Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas - also known as 'Bosie', whom the author personally knew. It was an instant succès de scandale on both sides of the Atlantic. The book features the characters of 'Esmé Amarinth' (Wilde), and 'Lord Reginald (Reggie) Hastings' (Douglas). The words put in the mouths of the hero and his young friend in the story are mostly gathered from the sayings of their originals. Robert Hichens spent nearly a year "in the company of the men" and was able to accurately recreate the atmosphere and relationship between Oscar and Bosie. The book was withdrawn from circulation in 1895, but by that time the damage had been done. Wilde soon stood three consecutive trials for Gross Indecency and was sentenced to two years at hard labor. The Green Carnation was one of the works used against him by the prosecution. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-carnation-by-robert-smythe-hichens/ |
green carnation first published anonymously 1894 scandalous novel robert hichens whose lead characters closely based oscar wilde lord alfred douglas also known bosie author personally knew instant succès de scandale sides atlantic book features characters esmé amarinth wilde lord reginald reggie hastings douglas words put mouths hero young friend story mostly gathered sayings originals robert hichens spent nearly year in company men able accurately recreate atmosphere relationship oscar bosie book withdrawn circulation 1895 time damage done wilde soon stood three consecutive trials gross indecency sentenced two years hard labor green carnation one works used prosecution summary wikipedia p |
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7459 |
8067 |
Sea Lady |
H. G. Wells |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Sea Lady is a novel written by H. G. Wells. It was serialized from July to December 1901 in Pearson's Magazine before being published by D. Appleton and Co. in 1902. The story involves a mermaid who comes ashore in Edwardian England. Based on past knowledge gleaned from literature cast into the sea, and with the help of newly made human friends, she attempts to become part of well mannered society. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-lady-by-h-g-wells/ |
sea lady novel written h g wells serialized july december 1901 pearson s magazine published d appleton co 1902 story involves mermaid comes ashore edwardian england based past knowledge gleaned literature cast sea help newly made human friends attempts become part well mannered society summary wikipedia p |
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7461 |
8069 |
Moorland Cottage |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
"Maggie Brown is torn between her mother who constantly tells her to live for her selfish brother (to whom she gives all her love) to her wish to marry Frank and live for herself. Maggie's plight for independence shows the change in women's role, which started to take place during that time. But it also keeps to the tradition of an almost Cinderella story: the pure woman does the best for everyone but herself and is rewarded for that. In addition, this is a very interesting story, written in Gaskell's remarkable style. When you read it, you are transported to another time, and place". (Summary by Stav Nisser.) <p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-moorland-cottage-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
maggie brown torn mother constantly tells live selfish brother to gives love wish marry frank live herself maggie s plight independence shows change women s role started take place time also keeps tradition almost cinderella story pure woman best everyone rewarded that addition interesting story written gaskell s remarkable style read it transported another time place summary stav nisser p |
| 7532 |
7462 |
8070 |
Shades of the Wilderness |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction, Action & Adventure |
"The Shades of the Wilderness" is the seventh book of the Civil War Series by Joseph A. Altsheler. Picking up where "The Star of Gettysburg" left off, this story continues the Civil War experiences of Harry Kenton and his friends in the Southern army, from the retreat after Gettygurg, to Richmond, and then through the battles of the Wilderness and Spottsylvania, to Robert E. Lee's heroic stand during the siege of Petersburg.</p>\n\nOther books in the Civil War series are: "The Guns of Bull Run," "The Guns of Shiloh," "The Scouts of Stonewall," "The Sword of Antietam", "The Star of Gettysburg","The Rock of Chickamauga", and "The Tree of Appomattox." (Summary by Michael Packard)</p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-shades-of-the-wilderness-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the shades wilderness seventh book civil war series joseph a altsheler picking the star gettysburg left off story continues civil war experiences harry kenton friends southern army retreat gettygurg richmond battles wilderness spottsylvania robert e lee s heroic stand siege petersburg p books civil war series are the guns bull run the guns shiloh the scouts stonewall the sword antietam the star gettysburg the rock chickamauga the tree appomattox summary michael packard p |
| 7533 |
7463 |
8071 |
Sex: Avoided Subjects Discussed in Plain English (version 2) |
Henry Stanton |
Family & Relationships |
Henry Stanton was appalled at the shocking lack of information given to young people about sex and reproduction in his time. He felt this was a crime that needed to be fixed and so he wrote this book explaining sex for young and old. Ignorance of basic reproductive processes he felt led to experimentation that then led to sin, crime and prostitution. While this book is definitely not written in what I would call Plain English, contains some very questionable 'facts' about masturbation and menstruation and might seem very moralistic and dogmatic to our current society, he does hold out high ideas for all in affairs of self respect, love and marriage. If nothing else, this is a delightful peek into the thoughts of almost all people our very recent country's past(Summary by the reader, Phil Chenevert )</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/sex-avoided-subjects-discussed-in-plain-english-by-henry-stanton/ |
henry stanton appalled shocking lack information given young people sex reproduction time felt crime needed fixed wrote book explaining sex young old ignorance basic reproductive processes felt led experimentation led sin crime prostitution book definitely written would call plain english contains questionable facts masturbation menstruation might seem moralistic dogmatic current society hold high ideas affairs self respect love marriage nothing else delightful peek thoughts almost people recent country s past summary reader phil chenevert p |
| 7534 |
7464 |
8073 |
Thuvia, Maid of Mars (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
John Carter's son, Carthoris, falls in love with his father's true friend, Thuvia of Ptarth, but she has been promised to another and is kidnapped by a third! Carthoris, suspected of the crime, spends the entire novel in efforts to rescue her and restore her to her fiancé. The adventures introduce to us a philosophical system or fringe science that challenges our conception of the nature of reality itself. (Summary by Thomas Copeland) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/thuvia-maid-of-mars-by-edgar-rice-burroughs-2/ |
john carter s son carthoris falls love father s true friend thuvia ptarth promised another kidnapped third carthoris suspected crime spends entire novel efforts rescue restore fiancé adventures introduce us philosophical system fringe science challenges conception nature reality itself summary thomas copeland p |
| 7535 |
7465 |
8074 |
George Müller of Bristol |
Arthur T. Pierson |
Biography & Autobiography |
George Muller was a great hero of faith. His greatest aim was to demonstrate that God answers prayer and can be trusted for every minute detail of life. Spending countless hours asking God to provide his needs, he only relied upon God. God called him to care for orphans and he conducted his orphanage in the same way, on faith alone. When a certain need was apparent, they would immediately go to God in prayer. In this dynamic dependance on God, He always proved faithful. He also established over a hundred schools, educating over a hundred thousand people! His example of absolute dependence on God stands in the gap of history to declare that God is enough, and He is faithful! (Summary by Kimberly Krause)<br /><br />Dedicated proof-listeners: Larry Wilson, Fiddlesticks, & Kimberly Krause</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/george-mueller-of-bristol-by-arthur-t-pierson/ |
george muller great hero faith greatest aim demonstrate god answers prayer trusted every minute detail life spending countless hours asking god provide needs relied upon god god called care orphans conducted orphanage way faith alone certain need apparent would immediately go god prayer dynamic dependance god always proved faithful also established hundred schools educating hundred thousand people example absolute dependence god stands gap history declare god enough faithful summary kimberly krause br br dedicated proof listeners larry wilson fiddlesticks kimberly krause p |
| 7536 |
7474 |
8083 |
Dawn of All |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Religious Fiction, Science Fiction |
In a former book, called "Lord of the World," I attempted to sketch the kind of developments a hundred years hence which, I thought, might reasonably be expected if the present lines of what is called "modern thought" were only prolonged far enough; and I was informed repeatedly that the effect of the book was exceedingly depressing and discouraging to optimistic Christians. In the present book I am attempting -- also in parable form -- not in the least to withdraw anything that I said in the former, but to follow up the other lines instead, and to sketch -- again in parable -- the kind of developments, about sixty years hence which, I think, may reasonably be expected should the opposite process begin, and ancient thought (which has stood the test of centuries, and is, in a very remarkable manner, being "rediscovered" by persons even more modern than modernists) be prolonged instead.<br><br>We are told occasionally by moralists that we live in very critical times, by which they mean that they are not sure whether their own side will win or not. In that sense no times can ever be critical to Catholics, since Catholics are never in any kind of doubt as to whether or no their side will win. But from another point of view every period is a critical period, since every period has within itself the conflict of two irreconcilable forces. It has been for the sake of tracing out the kind of effects that, it seemed to me, each side would experience in turn, should the other, at any rate for a while, become dominant, that I have written these two books. (From the preface of The Dawn of All)<p>\n\n\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-of-all-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
former book called lord world attempted sketch kind developments hundred years hence which thought might reasonably expected present lines called modern thought prolonged far enough informed repeatedly effect book exceedingly depressing discouraging optimistic christians present book attempting also parable form least withdraw anything said former follow lines instead sketch parable kind developments sixty years hence which think may reasonably expected opposite process begin ancient thought which stood test centuries is remarkable manner rediscovered persons even modern modernists prolonged instead br br we told occasionally moralists live critical times mean sure whether side win not sense times ever critical catholics since catholics never kind doubt whether side win another point view every period critical period since every period within conflict two irreconcilable forces sake tracing kind effects that seemed me side would experience turn other rate while become dominant written two books from preface dawn all p |
| 7537 |
7466 |
8075 |
Naufragios |
Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca |
Early Modern |
"...de cuantas armadas a aquellas tierras han ido ninguna se viese en tan grandes peligros ni tuviese tan miserable y desastrado fin, no me quedó lugar para hacer más servicio de éste, que es traer a Vuestra Majestad relación de lo que en diez años que por muchas y muy extrañas tierras que anduve perdido y en cueros, pudiese saber y ver, así en el sitio de las tierras y provincias de ellas, como en los mantenimientos y animales que en ella se crían, y las diversas costumbres de muchas y muy bárbaras naciones con quien conversé y viví, y todas las otras particularidades que pude alcanzar y conocer..." - De la introducción de Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca a sus "Naufragios"</p> |
Spanish |
1555 |
https://librivox.org/naufragios-by-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca/ |
de cuantas armadas aquellas tierras han ido ninguna se viese en tan grandes peligros ni tuviese tan miserable desastrado fin quedó lugar para hacer más servicio de éste que es traer vuestra majestad relación de lo que en diez años que por muchas muy extrañas tierras que anduve perdido en cueros pudiese saber ver así en el sitio de las tierras provincias de ellas como en los mantenimientos animales que en ella se crían las diversas costumbres de muchas muy bárbaras naciones con quien conversé viví todas las otras particularidades que pude alcanzar conocer de la introducción de álvar núñez cabeza de vaca sus naufragios p |
| 7538 |
7467 |
8076 |
Groote Verwachtingen |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
De arme wees Pip komt in goede doen, wordt een vreselijke snob, maar na financiële tegenslagen komt hij toch weer op het rechte pad. Samenvatting geschreven door Marcel Coenders </p> |
Dutch |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/groote-verwachtingen-by-charles-dickens/ |
de arme wees pip komt goede doen wordt een vreselijke snob maar na financiële tegenslagen komt hij toch weer op het rechte pad samenvatting geschreven door marcel coenders p |
| 7539 |
7468 |
8077 |
Short Poetry Collection 123 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2013. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-123-by-various/ |
collection poems read librivox volunteers august 2013 p |
| 7540 |
7469 |
8078 |
Wilderness; A Journal Of Quiet Adventure In Alaska |
Rockwell Kent |
Travel & Geography |
The illustrator and author Rockwell Kent (1882-1971)wrote and illustrated this description of a trip to Alaska with his eldest son. Though an audiobook listener cannot, of course, see Kent's illustrations, the artist's eye is evident throughout the text. Wilderness: A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska — Memoir of the fall and winter of 1918/19 painting and exploring with his eldest son – also Rockwell – on Fox Island in Resurrection Bay, Alaska (1920). (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/wilderness-a-journal-of-quiet-adventure-in-alaska-by-rockwell-kent/ |
illustrator author rockwell kent 1882 1971 wrote illustrated description trip alaska eldest son though audiobook listener cannot course see kent s illustrations artist s eye evident throughout text wilderness journal quiet adventure alaska memoir fall winter 1918 19 painting exploring eldest son also rockwell fox island resurrection bay alaska 1920 summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 7541 |
7470 |
8079 |
Bruce |
Albert Payson Terhune |
Animals & Nature |
Albert Payson Terhune was a journalist but is probably best known as a breeder of dogs, in particular collies at his Sunnybank Kennels. Bruce charts the story of an unwanted puppy who becomes loved by the mistress of the family. He then becomes enlisted as a carrier dog in World War 1, completing heroic tasks and coming home a war hero (Summary by SamR) <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/bruce-by-albert-payson-terhune/ |
albert payson terhune journalist probably best known breeder dogs particular collies sunnybank kennels bruce charts story unwanted puppy becomes loved mistress family becomes enlisted carrier dog world war 1 completing heroic tasks coming home war hero summary samr p |
| 7542 |
7471 |
8080 |
We of the Never-Never |
Jeannie Gunn |
Published 1900 onward |
We of the Never Never is the second book written by Jeannie Gunn under the name of “Mrs Aeneas Gunn”. It is considered by many as a classic of Australian writing. The book was published as a novel but draws on the author’s own experience in settling on the Elsey Station way out in the "back blocks" of the Katherine region of the Northern Territories of Australia early in the 20th century. The primary concession to fiction was that she fictionalised the names of many of the real-life characters that featured in her life at the time, giving them names like "the Sanguine Scott", "the Fizzer", "the Quiet Stockman" and "the Dandy". Shortly after their marriage, Jeannie Gunn (to be dubbed "the Missus") and her husand, Aeneas Gunn "the Maluka", travelled to Darwin then into the Katherine to take up the management of the Elsey Cattle Station. The idea of introducing a white woman into the outback of the Northern Territory of the time met with opposition from all directions, and with flurries of telegrams from the men of the Elsey, but on she travelled, proving to be resilient and energetic. What follows is a rural romance, punctuated with occasional lyrical descriptions of the surrounds of the Elsey. We of the Never Never covers the time that Jeannie and Aeneas Gunn lived at the Elsey in 1902 and 1903.<br><br>NOTE: The book is a product of its time and the descriptions of aboriginal people and their treatment reflect the attitudes of early 20th century whites. However, Chapters 19 and 20 go beyond this and describe preparation for and execution of a hunt down the rivers for aboriginal people -- described repeatedly with a racist epithet that was commonly used in that time but is completely unacceptable now. (Introduction by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/we-of-the-never-never-by-jeannie-gunn/ |
never never second book written jeannie gunn name mrs aeneas gunn considered many classic australian writing book published novel draws author s experience settling elsey station way back blocks katherine region northern territories australia early 20th century primary concession fiction fictionalised names many real life characters featured life time giving names like the sanguine scott the fizzer the quiet stockman the dandy shortly marriage jeannie gunn to dubbed the missus husand aeneas gunn the maluka travelled darwin katherine take management elsey cattle station idea introducing white woman outback northern territory time met opposition directions flurries telegrams men elsey travelled proving resilient energetic follows rural romance punctuated occasional lyrical descriptions surrounds elsey never never covers time jeannie aeneas gunn lived elsey 1902 1903 br br note book product time descriptions aboriginal people treatment reflect attitudes early 20th century whites however chapters 19 20 go beyond describe preparation execution hunt rivers aboriginal people described repeatedly racist epithet commonly used time completely unacceptable now introduction gail timmerman vaughan p |
| 7543 |
7472 |
8081 |
Handful of Stars |
Frank W. Boreham |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is the second of a five volume series called "Texts That Made History". As with the first volume, "A Bunch of Everlastings", each chapter tell a brief biography with emphasis on the text from scripture that was significant in the life of each. It is biography and Bible study expertly woven together to produce interesting and inspirational stories. (Summary by Tim Bower) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-handful-of-stars-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
second five volume series called texts made history first volume a bunch everlastings chapter tell brief biography emphasis text scripture significant life each biography bible study expertly woven together produce interesting inspirational stories summary tim bower p |
| 7544 |
7473 |
8082 |
Anthem (version 3) |
Ayn Rand |
Fantasy Fiction |
This Novella by Ayn Rand was first published in England in 1938. It takes place at some unspecified future date when mankind has entered another dark age characterized by irrationality, collectivism, and socialistic thinking and economics. Technological advancement is now carefully planned (when it is allowed to occur at all) and the concept of individuality has been eliminated (for example, the use of the word "I" is punishable by death).\nRand, as a teenager living in Soviet Russia, initially conceived Anthem as a play. This is a novel upholding Rand's central principles of her philosophy and of her heroes: reason, values, volition, individualism. (Summary by Wikipedia and the Reader)</p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-by-ayn-rand-3/ |
novella ayn rand first published england 1938 takes place unspecified future date mankind entered another dark age characterized irrationality collectivism socialistic thinking economics technological advancement carefully planned when allowed occur all concept individuality eliminated for example use word i punishable death rand teenager living soviet russia initially conceived anthem play novel upholding rand s central principles philosophy heroes reason values volition individualism summary wikipedia reader p |
| 7545 |
7475 |
8084 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 057 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 057: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members.\n\nA few notes: Section 12 <em>The Cossack</em> was translated by Constance Garnett (1861 - 1946). Section 17 <em>Michael, a Pastoral Poem</em> is narrative verse. Section 18 <em>Memoirs of a Madman</em>, translated by Claud Field (1863-1941), is better known by the title of a later translation, <em>Diary of a Madman</em>. Section 20 <em>A Carnival Jangle</em> was written under the author's maiden name, Alice Nelson.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-057/ |
br librivox s short story collection 057 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members notes section 12 em the cossack em translated constance garnett 1861 1946 section 17 em michael pastoral poem em narrative verse section 18 em memoirs madman em translated claud field 1863 1941 better known title later translation em diary madman em section 20 em a carnival jangle em written author s maiden name alice nelson br br |
| 7546 |
7476 |
8085 |
Treatise on Staff Making and Pivoting |
Eugene Edward Hall |
Technology & Engineering |
This instruction manual contains complete directions for making and fitting new staffs for watches from raw material. The author refers to several illustrations throughout the text. These can be seen at the Online text in the Links section on this page. (Bev J. Stevens) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-on-staff-making-and-pivoting-by-eugene-edward-hall/ |
instruction manual contains complete directions making fitting new staffs watches raw material author refers several illustrations throughout text seen online text links section page bev j stevens p |
| 7547 |
7477 |
8086 |
Golden Goose Book (version 2) |
L. Leslie Brooke |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Here are four delightful fairy tales that have fascinated children and adults for centuries. Several, such as The Three Bears and The Three Little Pigs are well known and can be listened to with delight as each remembered and beloved part is come to. Others, such as The Golden Goose and Tom Thumb are not so well known and listening to them can be exciting because we do not know exactly what is to come as the story unfolds. (summary by the reader )</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-goose-book-by-l-leslie-brooke-2/ |
four delightful fairy tales fascinated children adults centuries several three bears three little pigs well known listened delight remembered beloved part come to others golden goose tom thumb well known listening exciting know exactly come story unfolds summary reader p |
| 7548 |
7478 |
8087 |
grüne Nachtigall und andere Novellen |
Mikhail Kuzmin |
Published 1900 onward |
Die Sammlung dieser Novellen soll den Dichter Kusmin - der eigentlich Komponist war - dem Zuhörer bekannt machen.<br></br>\nKusmins Helden sind (fast) ganz normale, sympathische und liebenswerte Menschen. Aber durch kleine Missverständnisse, die meist auf Mangel an Kommunikation zurückzuführen sind oder durch winzige persönliche „Macken“ geraten sie meist selbstverschuldet in nicht alltägliche Situationen, und der Leser ist geneigt, mit ihnen Mitleid zu haben.</p>\nDer Autor erzählt mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen und ein wenig Ironie kurzweilige Geschichten, wie wir sie täglich erleben könnten. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich)</p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/die-gruene-nachtigall-und-andere-novellen-by-mikhail-kuzmin/ |
die sammlung dieser novellen soll den dichter kusmin der eigentlich komponist war dem zuhörer bekannt machen br br kusmins helden sind fast ganz normale sympathische und liebenswerte menschen aber durch kleine missverständnisse die meist auf mangel kommunikation zurückzuführen sind oder durch winzige persönliche macken geraten sie meist selbstverschuldet nicht alltägliche situationen und der leser ist geneigt mit ihnen mitleid zu haben p der autor erzählt mit viel einfühlungsvermögen und ein wenig ironie kurzweilige geschichten wie wir sie täglich erleben könnten zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
| 7549 |
7479 |
8088 |
Life in a Tank |
Richard Haigh |
War & Military |
Richard Haigh was an Infantry lieutenant in the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment serving in the Somme area in 1916. Shortly after Tanks were first used in battle in September of 1916 the British Army asked for volunteers, Lieutenant Haigh signed up and was accepted in December of 1916. He describes the training and actions he participated in until the war ended in 1918. He was awarded MC in 1916 as Lt. (acting Capt.) Richard Haigh, Royal Berkshire Regiment. He was commissioned from the RMC (Sandhurst) to the Berkshires 16th Feb 1915; on resigning his commission in 1919, he joined the General Reserve of Officers. (Summary by William A. Crenshaw) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-a-tank-by-richard-haigh/ |
richard haigh infantry lieutenant 2nd royal berkshire infantry regiment serving somme area 1916 shortly tanks first used battle september 1916 british army asked volunteers lieutenant haigh signed accepted december 1916 describes training actions participated war ended 1918 awarded mc 1916 lt acting capt richard haigh royal berkshire regiment commissioned rmc sandhurst berkshires 16th feb 1915 resigning commission 1919 joined general reserve officers summary william a crenshaw p |
| 7550 |
7480 |
8089 |
English Literature: Its History and Its Significance for the Life of the English Speaking World |
William J. Long |
Education, Literary Criticism |
This book, which presents the whole splendid history of English literature from Anglo-Saxon times to the close of the Victorian Era, has three specific aims. The first is to create or to encourage in every student the desire to read the best books, and to know literature itself rather than what has been written about literature. The second is to interpret literature both personally and historically, that is, to show how a great book generally reflects not only the author's life and thought but also the spirit of the age and the ideals of the nation's history. The third aim is to show, by a study of each successive period, how our literature has steadily developed from its first simple songs and stories to its present complexity in prose and poetry. (From the Preface by William J. Long)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/english-literature-by-william-j-long/ |
book presents whole splendid history english literature anglo saxon times close victorian era three specific aims first create encourage every student desire read best books know literature rather written literature second interpret literature personally historically is show great book generally reflects author s life thought also spirit age ideals nation s history third aim show study successive period literature steadily developed first simple songs stories present complexity prose poetry from preface william j long p |
| 7551 |
7500 |
8111 |
Story of Doctor Dolittle (version 3) |
Hugh Lofting |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
After his parrot Polynesia teaches him to speak animal languages, Doctor Dolittle decides to abandon his human practice, and become an animal doctor. - Summary by Karen Savage</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-doctor-dolittle-version-3-by-hugh-lofting/ |
parrot polynesia teaches speak animal languages doctor dolittle decides abandon human practice become animal doctor summary karen savage p |
| 7552 |
7481 |
8091 |
Atlantic Narratives: Modern Short Stories |
Various |
Anthologies |
This book, published in 1918 by the Atlantic Monthly Press, is a collection of 23 "modern short stories", written by various authors as follows: Cornelia A. P. Comer, Amy Wentworth Stone, Elizabeth Ashe, Dallas Lore Sharp, H. G. Dwight, Mary Lerner, Charles Caldwell Dobie, Henry Seidel Canby, Zephine Humphrey, Katharine Fullerton Gerould, Katharine Butler, Madeleine Z. Doty, F. J. Louriet, Ernest Starr, C. A. Mercer, Margaret Sherwood, E. Nesbit, E. V. Lucas, Margaret Lynn, Margaret Prescott Montague, and Arthur Russell Taylor. This audio compilation begins with the stories themselves, each Section followed by the editor's Biographical and Interpretative Notes, and at the end of the collection, the book's lengthy Introduction is included for the benefit of scholars who may be interested in editor Charles Swain Thomas' detailed opinions on what makes a short story compelling and why women excel in this genre. (Summary by Michele Fry) <p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/atlantic-narratives-modern-short-stories/ |
book published 1918 atlantic monthly press collection 23 modern short stories written various authors follows cornelia a p comer amy wentworth stone elizabeth ashe dallas lore sharp h g dwight mary lerner charles caldwell dobie henry seidel canby zephine humphrey katharine fullerton gerould katharine butler madeleine z doty f j louriet ernest starr c a mercer margaret sherwood e nesbit e v lucas margaret lynn margaret prescott montague arthur russell taylor audio compilation begins stories themselves section followed editor s biographical interpretative notes end collection book s lengthy introduction included benefit scholars may interested editor charles swain thomas detailed opinions makes short story compelling women excel genre summary michele fry p |
| 7553 |
7482 |
8092 |
Mrs. Balfame |
Gertrude Atherton |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Enid Belfame: 42 years old, 22 of them as a married woman; eminently respectable; founder of The Friday Club; small town dignitary; a paragon of virtue. But does she have what it takes to commit murder? And will the young and handsome Dwight Rush benefit if she does? - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-balfame-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
enid belfame 42 years old 22 married woman eminently respectable founder friday club small town dignitary paragon virtue takes commit murder young handsome dwight rush benefit does summary lynne thompson p |
| 7554 |
7483 |
8093 |
Cats: Their Points and Characteristics, with Curiosities of Cat Life, and a Chapter on Feline Ailments |
W. Gordon Stables |
Animals |
How true is the old saw: "Dogs have families, but cats have staff"? Cats have been favorite domestic pets for thousands of years. This is a study of their history, characteristics and suitability as pets, together with some charming cat tales. A must-read for cat lovers of all ages. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/cats-their-points-and-characteristics-with-curiosities-of-cat-life-and-a-chapter-on-feline-ailments-by-w-gordon-stables/ |
true old saw dogs families cats staff cats favorite domestic pets thousands years study history characteristics suitability pets together charming cat tales must read cat lovers ages summary lynne thompson p |
| 7555 |
7484 |
8094 |
Wee Ones' Bible Stories |
Anonymous |
Religion |
This is a short book of Bible Stories for Children. - Summary by Kenneth Coon</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/wee-ones-bible-stories-by-anonymous/ |
short book bible stories children summary kenneth coon p |
| 7556 |
7485 |
8095 |
Strophes of Omar Khayyám |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
One of the earliest versions of Omar Khayyám's quatrains by an American translator is John Leslie Garner's collection, published in 1888. It contains 152 quatrains, which the translator calls "Strophes." The collection is divided into eleven books, introduced by quotations from Bourne's "Anacreon," Leconte de Lisle, Giordano Bruno, Goethe, Alfred de Musset, Paul Bourget, Marcus Antoninus, St. James, Sully-Prudhomme, Edmund Waller, and Escriva.<br /><br />In his preface Garner says : "The collection might have been made much larger, but it was deemed inadvisable, as Omar's themes are not many, and the ever-recurring Wine, Rose, and Nightingale are somewhat cloying to Occidental senses." Garner further states: "The great questions of human life are of all times and of all ages, and although Omar never tired of struggling with them, he discovered nothing new, and at last, feeling that Death alone was certain, he resigned the task in despair...." Hence, Garner's version is pervaded by a gentle melancholy, and provides a striking contrast with the rubric splendour of Fitzgerald's famous rendering, and is therefore more consonant with current thinking about Persia's most celebrated classic poet. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/strophes-of-omar-khayyam-by-omar-khayyam/ |
one earliest versions omar khayyám s quatrains american translator john leslie garner s collection published 1888 contains 152 quatrains translator calls strophes collection divided eleven books introduced quotations bourne s anacreon leconte de lisle giordano bruno goethe alfred de musset paul bourget marcus antoninus st james sully prudhomme edmund waller escriva br br in preface garner says the collection might made much larger deemed inadvisable omar s themes many ever recurring wine rose nightingale somewhat cloying occidental senses garner states the great questions human life times ages although omar never tired struggling them discovered nothing new last feeling death alone certain resigned task despair hence garner s version pervaded gentle melancholy provides striking contrast rubric splendour fitzgerald s famous rendering therefore consonant current thinking persia s celebrated classic poet summary algy pug p |
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7486 |
8097 |
Sportsman's Sketches |
Ivan Turgenev |
Single Author Collections |
<BR>A Sportsman's Sketches (Russian: Записки охотника; also known as The Hunting Sketches and Sketches from a Hunter's Album) was an 1852 collection of short stories by Ivan Turgenev. It was the first major writing that gained him recognition. He wrote this collection of short stories based on his own observations while hunting at his mother’s estate at Spasskoye, where he learned of the abuse of the peasants and the injustices of the Russian system that constrained them. The frequent abuse of Turgenev by his mother certainly had an effect on this work. The stories were first published in The Contemporary with each story separate before appearing in 1852 in book form. He was about to give up writing when the first story, "Khor and Kalinich," was well received. This work is part of the Russian realist tradition in that the narrator is usually an uncommitted observer of the people he meets. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/a-sportsmans-sketches-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
br a sportsman s sketches russian записки охотника also known hunting sketches sketches hunter s album 1852 collection short stories ivan turgenev first major writing gained recognition wrote collection short stories based observations hunting mother s estate spasskoye learned abuse peasants injustices russian system constrained them frequent abuse turgenev mother certainly effect work stories first published contemporary story separate appearing 1852 book form give writing first story khor kalinich well received work part russian realist tradition narrator usually uncommitted observer people meets summary wikipedia p |
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7487 |
8098 |
Astounding Stories 04, April 1930 |
Arthur J. Burks |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
The fourth issue of <i>Astounding Stories</i> continues Ray Cummings serial "Brigands of the Moon", along with pulp sci-fi stories by Capt. S. P. Meek, Anthony Pelcher and other authors. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd<p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-04-april-1930-by-ray-cummings/ |
fourth issue i astounding stories i continues ray cummings serial brigands moon along pulp sci fi stories capt s p meek anthony pelcher authors summary alan winterrowd p |
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7501 |
8112 |
What the Mother of a Deaf Child Ought to Know |
John Dutton Wright |
Family & Relationships, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Wright, a pioneer in the education of the deaf, was a strong advocate for acoustic and auricular training. In this little book, he tries to advise the parents of deaf children and reassure them that there can be a successful and happy life for them. (Summary by Rapunzelina)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-mother-of-a-deaf-child-ought-to-know-by-john-dutton-wright/ |
wright pioneer education deaf strong advocate acoustic auricular training little book tries advise parents deaf children reassure successful happy life them summary rapunzelina p |
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7488 |
8099 |
Flying for France - With the American Escadrille at Verdun |
James McConnell |
War & Military |
The experiences of American James R. McConnell, while flying with the French Flying Corp at Verdun during World War One. Sgt McConnell was a member of the Layfette Escadrille also called the American Escadrille from 1915 to 1917. McConnell volunteered for Ambulance service in France in 1915. While serving with the Ambulance service he was cited for courage in retrieving wounded soldiers under fire and was awarded the French Croix de Gurre for bravery. He decided to volunteer for service in the French Flying Corps and became a member of the American Escadrelle. A unit formed in the years before the United States became involved in the war made up of American Volunteer pilots. - Summary by William A Crenshaw |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/flying-for-france-by-james-mcconnell/ |
experiences american james r mcconnell flying french flying corp verdun world war one sgt mcconnell member layfette escadrille also called american escadrille 1915 1917 mcconnell volunteered ambulance service france 1915 serving ambulance service cited courage retrieving wounded soldiers fire awarded french croix de gurre bravery decided volunteer service french flying corps became member american escadrelle unit formed years united states became involved war made american volunteer pilots summary william crenshaw |
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7489 |
8100 |
Young Woman's Guide to Excellence |
William A Alcott |
Self-Help |
Much of this guide for young women is still valuable today. Despite mentions of tight lacing and other out of date matters, it contains many timeless principles. (Bria Snow) </p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-womans-guide-to-excellence-by-william-a-alcott/ |
much guide young women still valuable today despite mentions tight lacing date matters contains many timeless principles bria snow p |
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7490 |
8101 |
Through Glacier Park; Seeing America First With Howard Eaton (version 2) |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Travel & Geography |
This is the first of two travelogues published by Mary Roberts Rinehart (1876-1958). Both deal with Glacier National Park. (The other is entitled Tenting To-night, which also deals with the Cascade Mountains.). Rinehart wrote hundreds of short stories, poems, travelogues and articles, though she is most famous for her mystery stories. The region that became Glacier National Park was first inhabited by Native Americans and upon the arrival of European explorers, was dominated by the Blackfeet in the east and the Flathead in the western regions. Summary by wikipedia and david wales.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/through-glacier-park-seeing-america-first-with-howard-eaton-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
first two travelogues published mary roberts rinehart 1876 1958 deal glacier national park the entitled tenting to night also deals cascade mountains rinehart wrote hundreds short stories poems travelogues articles though famous mystery stories region became glacier national park first inhabited native americans upon arrival european explorers dominated blackfeet east flathead western regions summary wikipedia david wales p |
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7491 |
8102 |
German Deserter's War Experience |
Anonymous |
War & Military |
The author of this 1917 narrative, who escaped from Germany and military service after 14 months of fighting in France, did not wish to have his name made public, fearing reprisals against his relatives. The vivid description of the life of a common German soldier during “The Great War” aroused much interest when it was published in the United States in serial form. Here was a warrior against his will, a hater of militarism for whom there was no romance in war, but only butchery and brutality, grime and vermin, inhuman toil and degradation. His story also contains the first German description of the retreat of the Teutonic armies after the battle of the Marne. – From the Translator’s Preface\n - Summary by Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-german-deserters-war-experience-by-anonymous/ |
author 1917 narrative escaped germany military service 14 months fighting france wish name made public fearing reprisals relatives vivid description life common german soldier the great war aroused much interest published united states serial form warrior will hater militarism romance war butchery brutality grime vermin inhuman toil degradation story also contains first german description retreat teutonic armies battle marne translator s preface summary lee smalley p |
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7492 |
8103 |
Beowulf (version 2) |
Unknown |
Epics |
<br />Beowulf was composed by an anonymous Anglo-Saxon poet. Francis Barton Gummere translates this beautiful poem. Beowulf is an epic poem. The main character, Beowulf, proves himself a hero as he battles against supernatural demons and beasts. (Summary by Tad E.)<br /><br /> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/beowulf-by-unknown/ |
br beowulf composed anonymous anglo saxon poet francis barton gummere translates beautiful poem beowulf epic poem main character beowulf proves hero battles supernatural demons beasts summary tad e br br |
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7493 |
8104 |
Treasury of David, Vol. 3 (Abridged) |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Commentary |
Charles Spurgeon was a British Particular Baptist preacher who remains highly influential among Christians of different denominations, among whom he is still known as the "Prince of Preachers". In his lifetime, Spurgeon preached to around 10,000,000 people, often up to 10 times each week at different places. He was the pastor of the congregation of the New Park Street Chapel (later the Metropolitan Tabernacle) in London for 38 years.<br><br>\n\nSpurgeon was a prolific author of many types of works. His accessible commentaries on the Psalms are a combination of meditation and teaching and are appropriate for anyone wanting to understand these familiar poems on a deeper level. In this third volume, LibriVox volunteers bring you reflections on Psalms 53 to Psalm 78. (Summary modified from Wikipedia by MaryAnn) |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasury-of-david-vol-3-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
charles spurgeon british particular baptist preacher remains highly influential among christians different denominations among still known prince preachers lifetime spurgeon preached around 10 000 000 people often 10 times week different places pastor congregation new park street chapel later metropolitan tabernacle london 38 years br br spurgeon prolific author many types works accessible commentaries psalms combination meditation teaching appropriate anyone wanting understand familiar poems deeper level third volume librivox volunteers bring reflections psalms 53 psalm 78 summary modified wikipedia maryann |
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7502 |
8113 |
Bull Hunter |
Max Brand |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Bull Hunter was a man who could rip a tree trunk from the ground with his bare hands or tame the wildest stallion with his kind manner. But Pete Reeve didn't have the reputation of a dead shot because he relied on his common sense. Then Bull and Pete crossed paths, and townsfolk braced for the battle. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/bull-hunter-by-max-brand/ |
bull hunter man could rip tree trunk ground bare hands tame wildest stallion kind manner pete reeve reputation dead shot relied common sense bull pete crossed paths townsfolk braced battle summary richard kilmer p |
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7494 |
8105 |
Pinocchio |
Carlo Collodi |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the wonderful story of Pinocchio, the puppet who must learn many lessons before he can become a real boy. Carved by a woodcarver named Geppetto in a small Italian village, he dreamed of becoming a real boy but strays from the path of goodness many times and is very willing to listen to temptation. He has also been used as a character who is prone to telling lies and fabricating stories for various reasons. The story has appeared in many adaptations in other mediums. Pinocchio has been called an icon of modern culture, and one of most reimagined characters in the pantheon of children's literature. Listen to his many adventures, scrapes, misdeeds and pranks followed by bouts of sincere repentance and remorse. But these last only until the next enticing adventure or misdeed presents itself. Of course he does finally learn his lesson and does become a real boy when finally understanding that love and duty come first before pleasure and play. (summary from wikipedia and the reader)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pinocchio-by-carlo-collodi/ |
wonderful story pinocchio puppet must learn many lessons become real boy carved woodcarver named geppetto small italian village dreamed becoming real boy strays path goodness many times willing listen temptation also used character prone telling lies fabricating stories various reasons story appeared many adaptations mediums pinocchio called icon modern culture one reimagined characters pantheon children s literature listen many adventures scrapes misdeeds pranks followed bouts sincere repentance remorse last next enticing adventure misdeed presents itself course finally learn lesson become real boy finally understanding love duty come first pleasure play summary wikipedia reader p |
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7495 |
8106 |
Knickerbocker's History of New York, Vol. 1 |
Washington Irving |
Satire, Early Modern |
<p>Washington Irving, an author, biographer, historian, and diplomat, completed his first major work, a satire of contemporary local history and politics entitled A History of New-York from the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty, by Diedrich Knickerbocker in 1809. Prior to its publication, Irving started a promotional hoax (not unlike some modern-day publicity stunts?) by placing fake missing persons advertisements in local newspapers asking for help in locating Diedrich Knickerbocker. As a continuation of the hoax, Irving also published a notice purported to be written by the proprietor of the hotel where Knickbocker was staying, in which he threatened to publish a manuscript “left behind” by Knickerbocker if the hotel bill was not paid. From “The Author’s Apology”: “The main object of my work, in fact, had a bearing wide from the sober aim of history, but one which, I trust, will meet with some indulgence from poetic minds. It was to embody the traditions of our city in an amusing form; to illustrate its local humors, customs and peculiarities; to clothe home scenes and places and familiar names with those imaginative and whimsical associations so seldom met with in our new country, but which live like charms and spells about the cities of the old world, binding the heart of the native inhabitant to his home.” - (Summary by lubee930 from the text and adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1809 |
https://librivox.org/knickerbockers-history-of-new-york-vol-1-by-washington-irving/ |
p washington irving author biographer historian diplomat completed first major work satire contemporary local history politics entitled history new york beginning world end dutch dynasty diedrich knickerbocker 1809 prior publication irving started promotional hoax not unlike modern day publicity stunts placing fake missing persons advertisements local newspapers asking help locating diedrich knickerbocker continuation hoax irving also published notice purported written proprietor hotel knickbocker staying threatened publish manuscript left behind knickerbocker hotel bill paid the author s apology the main object work fact bearing wide sober aim history one which trust meet indulgence poetic minds embody traditions city amusing form illustrate local humors customs peculiarities clothe home scenes places familiar names imaginative whimsical associations seldom met new country live like charms spells cities old world binding heart native inhabitant home summary lubee930 text adapted wikipedia p |
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8107 |
Dallam's Travels with an Organ to the Grand Signieur, 1599-1600 |
Thomas Dallam |
Memoirs |
Queen Elizabeth the First of England, the Grand Turk at Constantinople, and an organ builder named Thomas Dallam—quite a trio. In 1599, Elizabeth commanded master organ builder Dallam to construct and deliver to the Grand Signieur , as a present intended to garner trade and political advantages for England, a fantastic mechanical organ. Dallam’s wonder stood 16 feet high and was topped by a silver holly bush filled with blackbirds and thrushes that sung and shook their wings. Dallam kept a diary during his visit to Turkey, which included a sneak look through a grate at the Grand Turk’s concubines in the harem. “I stood so long looking upon them that (the guide) stamped with his foot to make me give over looking; the which I was very loath to do, for that sight did please me wondrous well.” Dallam’s ingenuous style and numerous adventures make for a highly enjoyable listen. - Summary by Sue Anderson<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/dallams-travels-with-an-organ-to-the-grand-signieur-1599-1600-by-thomas-dallam/ |
queen elizabeth first england grand turk constantinople organ builder named thomas dallam quite trio 1599 elizabeth commanded master organ builder dallam construct deliver grand signieur present intended garner trade political advantages england fantastic mechanical organ dallam s wonder stood 16 feet high topped silver holly bush filled blackbirds thrushes sung shook wings dallam kept diary visit turkey included sneak look grate grand turk s concubines harem i stood long looking upon the guide stamped foot make give looking loath do sight please wondrous well dallam s ingenuous style numerous adventures make highly enjoyable listen summary sue anderson p |
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8108 |
Ways of Wood Folk |
William J. Long |
Science, Animals |
Late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long invites us in to the secret worlds of the woodland animals. Containing Long's own animal observations along with stories related to him by other humans who inhabit the woods, these stories give us an insight into the behavior of wild animals as they go about their lives in their own secret places deep in the forests of eastern North America. Although Long was accused in his day of anthropomorphizing the animals he wrote about, readers who are familiar with any of the animals he writes of will have glimpses of recognition at behaviors they have seen for themselves and explore the deeper meanings these actions have in that animal's life. The stories will paint pictures in your imagination that will stay with you long after the book has ended. (Summary by Jill Engle.) <p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/ways-of-wood-folk-by-william-j-long/ |
late nineteenth century naturalist william j long invites us secret worlds woodland animals containing long s animal observations along stories related humans inhabit woods stories give us insight behavior wild animals go lives secret places deep forests eastern north america although long accused day anthropomorphizing animals wrote about readers familiar animals writes glimpses recognition behaviors seen explore deeper meanings actions animal s life stories paint pictures imagination stay long book ended summary jill engle p |
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7498 |
8109 |
Mayor of Casterbridge (version 3) |
Thomas Hardy |
Literary Fiction |
In a fit of drunkenness, Michael Henchard sells his wife and baby daughter to the highest bidder at a country fair. He lives with regret and swears off drink, until his wife and daughter return eighteen years later, when he is now well-off and the Mayor of Casterbridge. - Summary by Alisson Veldhuis</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mayor-of-casterbridge-version-3-by-thomas-hardy/ |
fit drunkenness michael henchard sells wife baby daughter highest bidder country fair lives regret swears drink wife daughter return eighteen years later well off mayor casterbridge summary alisson veldhuis p |
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7499 |
8110 |
Fire - Flowers |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Fire - Flowers by E. Pauline Johnson. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 18, 2013.<br><br>Fire-Flowers is taken from the book, Flint and Feather: Collected Verse by E. Pauline Johnson. (Summary by David Lawrence )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fire-flowers-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings fire flowers e pauline johnson fortnightly poetry project august 18 2013 br br fire flowers taken book flint feather collected verse e pauline johnson summary david lawrence p |
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7503 |
8114 |
Märchen |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br / >Oscar Wildes Kunstmärchen bieten dem Leser (und Hörer) Zugang zu zauberhaften, filigran gestalteten Welten. Liebe, Leidenschaft, Aufopferung und Läuterung sind einige der vom Erzähler prachtvoll in Szene gesetzten Motive. Wildes Erzählungen spannen eine Bogen von augenzwinkernd-satirischer Gesellschaftkritik über philosophische Einsichten zu einem alles unterliegenden tiefgehenden Appell an die Menschlichkeit. (Zusammenfassung von GardenerOfStars) <br / > |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen_by_oscar_wilde |
br oscar wildes kunstmärchen bieten dem leser und hörer zugang zu zauberhaften filigran gestalteten welten liebe leidenschaft aufopferung und läuterung sind einige der vom erzähler prachtvoll szene gesetzten motive wildes erzählungen spannen eine bogen von augenzwinkernd satirischer gesellschaftkritik über philosophische einsichten zu einem alles unterliegenden tiefgehenden appell die menschlichkeit zusammenfassung von gardenerofstars br |
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7504 |
8115 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 010 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<BR><BR>\n\n01 - Hungarian - A gizehi pergamen-lapok by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Géza_Gárdonyi">Gárdonyi Géza</a> (1863-1922) [1890] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41683">Text</a> - Key words: prose, fiction, humour, paradise<br>\n02 - Italian - Il bove by <a href="http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ida_Baccini">Ida Baccini</a> (1850-1911) [1882] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/17805/17805-h/17805-h.htm#Page_16">Text</a> - Key words: Short story for children<br>\n03 - Italian - Nel carrozzone dei profughi by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giovanni_Verga">Giovanni Verga</a> (1840-1922) [1884] - <a href="http://www.acitrezzaonline.it/novelleverga/framm003.htm">Text</a> - Key words: short story, novel, verismo<br>\n04 - Latin - Passer by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catullus">Catullus</a> (84-54 BC) [1893] - <a href="http://archive.org/details/catullus00catugoog">Text</a> - Key words: Latin poetry<br>\n05 - Japanese - Imado Gitsune by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaoru_Osanai">Osanai Kaoru</a> (1881-1928) [1909] - <a href="http://www.aozora.gr.jp/cards/000479/files/49198_33026.html">Text</a> - Key words: fiction, fox<br>\n06 - Latin - Carmina, liber primus, carmen novem by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace">Quintus Horatius Flaccus</a> (65-8 BC) [23 BC] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/9646/pg9646.html">Text</a> - Key words: Latin Poetry, Short Latin poems<br>\n07 - French - Les trois arbres d"Hudimesnil, extrait d"A l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcel_Proust">Marcel Proust</a> (1871-1922) [1918] - <a href="http://archive.org/stream/alombredesjeunes02999gut/2lomb10.txt">Text</a> - Key words: French fiction autobiography<br>\n08 - Russian - Истина (Istina) by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Pushkin">Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin</a> (1799-1837) [1816] - <a href="http://archive.org/details/sochinenia03genngoog">Text</a> (p.112) - Key words: poetry<br>\n09 - French - Le Baron de Charlus, extrait de Sodome et Gomorrhe by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcel_Proust">Marcel Proust</a> (1871-1918) [1921/22] - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/15288/15288-h/15288-h.htm">Text</a> - Key words: fiction/autobiography<br>\n10 - Polish - Z cmentarzy y <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Konopnicka">Maria Konopnicka</a> (1842-1910) [1890] - <a href="http://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Z_cmentarzy">Text</a> - Key words: short story, konopnicka, cemetery, prose<br>\n11 - French - Le crime au père Boniface by <a href="http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_de_Maupassant">Guy de Maupassant</a> (1850-1893) [1884] - <a href="http://textes.libres.free.fr/francais/guy-de-maupassant_contes-du-jour-et-de-la-nuit.htm#1">Text</a> - Key words: Short story<br>\n12 - French - La question du latin by <a href="http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_de_Maupassant">Guy de Maupassant</a> (1850-1893) [1886] - <a href="http://maupassant.free.fr/textes/latin.html">Text</a> - Key words: Nouvelle, réalisme<br>\n13 - Polish - Koncert Wojskiego (fragment księgi IV "Pana Tadeusza" by <a href="http://pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Mickiewicz">Adam Mickiewicz</a> (1798-1855) [1834] - <a href="http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PL_Adam_Mickiewicz-Pan_Tadeusz_169.jpg">Text</a> - Key words: poezja, muzyka, łowy, Pan Tadeusz<br>\n14 - French - L'épagneul maitre d'école by <a href="http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jules_Janin">Jules Janin</a> (1804-1874) - <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12566">Text</a> - Key words: stories and novels<br>\n15 - Portuguese - Prosopopéia by <a href="http://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bento_Teixeira">Bento Teixeira</a> (1561-1618) [1601] - <a href="http://www.dominiopublico.gov.br/download/texto/bn000105.pdf">Text</a> - Key words: epic poem; historic poetry; panegyric; baroque<br><br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-010-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 hungarian gizehi pergamen lapok a href http en wikipedia org wiki géza_gárdonyi gárdonyi géza a 1863 1922 1890 a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 41683 text a key words prose fiction humour paradise br 02 italian il bove a href http it wikipedia org wiki ida_baccini ida baccini a 1850 1911 1882 a href http www gutenberg org files 17805 17805 h 17805 h htm page_16 text a key words short story children br 03 italian nel carrozzone dei profughi a href http en wikipedia org wiki giovanni_verga giovanni verga a 1840 1922 1884 a href http www acitrezzaonline it novelleverga framm003 htm text a key words short story novel verismo br 04 latin passer a href http en wikipedia org wiki catullus catullus a 84 54 bc 1893 a href http archive org details catullus00catugoog text a key words latin poetry br 05 japanese imado gitsune a href http en wikipedia org wiki kaoru_osanai osanai kaoru a 1881 1928 1909 a href http www aozora gr jp cards 000479 files 49198_33026 html text a key words fiction fox br 06 latin carmina liber primus carmen novem a href http en wikipedia org wiki horace quintus horatius flaccus a 65 8 bc 23 bc a href http www gutenberg org cache epub 9646 pg9646 html text a key words latin poetry short latin poems br 07 french les trois arbres d hudimesnil extrait d a l ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs a href http en wikipedia org wiki marcel_proust marcel proust a 1871 1922 1918 a href http archive org stream alombredesjeunes02999gut 2lomb10 txt text a key words french fiction autobiography br 08 russian истина istina a href http en wikipedia org wiki alexander_pushkin aleksandr sergeevich pushkin a 1799 1837 1816 a href http archive org details sochinenia03genngoog text a p 112 key words poetry br 09 french le baron de charlus extrait de sodome et gomorrhe a href http en wikipedia org wiki marcel_proust marcel proust a 1871 1918 1921 22 a href http www gutenberg org files 15288 15288 h 15288 h htm text a key words fiction autobiography br 10 polish z cmentarzy a href http en wikipedia org wiki maria_konopnicka maria konopnicka a 1842 1910 1890 a href http pl wikisource org wiki z_cmentarzy text a key words short story konopnicka cemetery prose br 11 french le crime au père boniface a href http fr wikipedia org wiki guy_de_maupassant guy de maupassant a 1850 1893 1884 a href http textes libres free fr francais guy de maupassant_contes du jour et de la nuit htm 1 text a key words short story br 12 french la question du latin a href http fr wikipedia org wiki guy_de_maupassant guy de maupassant a 1850 1893 1886 a href http maupassant free fr textes latin html text a key words nouvelle réalisme br 13 polish koncert wojskiego fragment księgi iv pana tadeusza a href http pl wikipedia org wiki adam_mickiewicz adam mickiewicz a 1798 1855 1834 a href http commons wikimedia org wiki file pl_adam_mickiewicz pan_tadeusz_169 jpg text a key words poezja muzyka łowy pan tadeusz br 14 french l épagneul maitre d école a href http fr wikipedia org wiki jules_janin jules janin a 1804 1874 a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 12566 text a key words stories novels br 15 portuguese prosopopéia a href http pt wikipedia org wiki bento_teixeira bento teixeira a 1561 1618 1601 a href http www dominiopublico gov br download texto bn000105 pdf text a key words epic poem historic poetry panegyric baroque br br |
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7505 |
8116 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 031 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p><br />Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the Faust Legend, Stephen Crane, Sundials and the Statue of Liberty. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-031-by-various/ |
p br fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include faust legend stephen crane sundials statue liberty summary sue anderson p |
| 7576 |
7506 |
8117 |
Sanctuary (version 2) |
Edith Wharton |
Literary Fiction |
Edith Wharton's early novella focuses on Kate Orme, who begins the story happily in love with her fiance, only to discover that he hides a terrible secret. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/sanctuary-version-2-by-edith-wharton/ |
edith wharton s early novella focuses kate orme begins story happily love fiance discover hides terrible secret summary elizabeth klett p |
| 7577 |
7507 |
8118 |
Captain of the Polestar, and other tales |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is a collection of early Sir Arthur Conan Doyle short stories. It includes stories of mystery, comedy, shipwrecks and fantasy. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-captain-of-the-polestar-and-other-tales-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
collection early sir arthur conan doyle short stories includes stories mystery comedy shipwrecks fantasy summary richard kilmer p |
| 7578 |
7508 |
8119 |
Letters from a Cat |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
<p><i>Letters from a Cat: published by her mistress for the benefit of all cats and the amusement of little children</i> is a collection of letters that a little girl receives from her pet while she is away from home. They tell of her pet’s adventures and misadventures. The book includes a preface which gives a little biography of the cat including its sad demise.</p>\nH.H. was the alias of Helen Maria Hunt Jackson (1830 –1885) who is better known for her novel <a href="https://librivox.org/search?q=Ramona&search_form=advanced" rel="nofollow">Ramona</a> in which she dramatized the mistreatment of Native Americans and which formed part of her campaign for improved treatment of Native Americans by the U.S. Government.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-a-cat-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
p i letters cat published mistress benefit cats amusement little children i collection letters little girl receives pet away home tell pet s adventures misadventures book includes preface gives little biography cat including sad demise p h h alias helen maria hunt jackson 1830 1885 better known novel a href https librivox org search q ramona search_form advanced rel nofollow ramona a dramatized mistreatment native americans formed part campaign improved treatment native americans u s government summary noel badrian p |
| 7579 |
7509 |
8120 |
Adventures of Prickly Porky |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
A stranger from the North Woods has just arrived in the Green Forest causing a great stir among the woodland creatures who live there. They quickly discover that this odd fellow with the barbed spikes in his fur is the loyal and brave Prickly Porky the Porcupine. Not long after Prickly Porky arrives, a bit of early morning fun leads to a forest mystery that draws friends and foes alike into the investigation of an unknown headless, tailless, whirling creature seen only at sunrise on the hill by Prickly Porky's home. The Adventures of Prickly Porky includes popular characters from children's author Thornton W. Burgess' other "Bedtime Story-Books" including Unc' Billy Possum, Peter & Mrs. Peter Rabbit, Buster Bear, Granny & Reddy Fox, Sammy Jay and many more. (Summary by Jill Engle)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-prickly-porky-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
stranger north woods arrived green forest causing great stir among woodland creatures live there quickly discover odd fellow barbed spikes fur loyal brave prickly porky porcupine long prickly porky arrives bit early morning fun leads forest mystery draws friends foes alike investigation unknown headless tailless whirling creature seen sunrise hill prickly porky s home adventures prickly porky includes popular characters children s author thornton w burgess bedtime story books including unc billy possum peter mrs peter rabbit buster bear granny reddy fox sammy jay many more summary jill engle p |
| 7580 |
7510 |
8121 |
My Path to Atheism |
Annie Besant |
Religion, Atheism & Agnosticism |
My Path to Atheism is a remarkable document in many ways, not least that it was written by a woman in Victorian England, not the most open free-thinking of societies, especially for women at that time. It needed a remarkable woman to write such a revolutionary and to 19th century minds, heretical document in a society where the Church had such a stronghold. Besant herself was originally married to a clergyman, but her increasingly anti-religious views and writings led to a legal separation. She went on to become a member of the National Secular Society and thence to co-edit the National Reformer, which put forth ideas on revolutionary ideas at the time such as trades unions, national education, birth control and so on. In 1877 Besant published this book 'My Path to Atheism' which was compiled from a series of lectures in which she surgically dissects the basic tenets of Christianity. As one reads the chapters, one can follow the evolution of her ideas from Theism to Atheism, ending up with a stunning refutation of the Church of England Catechism. (Summary by Kevin Green)<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/path-atheism-by-annie-besant/ |
path atheism remarkable document many ways least written woman victorian england open free thinking societies especially women time needed remarkable woman write revolutionary 19th century minds heretical document society church stronghold besant originally married clergyman increasingly anti religious views writings led legal separation went become member national secular society thence co edit national reformer put forth ideas revolutionary ideas time trades unions national education birth control on 1877 besant published book my path atheism compiled series lectures surgically dissects basic tenets christianity one reads chapters one follow evolution ideas theism atheism ending stunning refutation church england catechism summary kevin green p |
| 7581 |
7511 |
8122 |
Tenting To-Night; A Chronicle Of Sport And Adventure In Glacier Park And The Cascade Mountains |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Travel & Geography |
This is the second of two travelogues published by Mary Roberts Rinehart (1876-1958). Both deal with Glacier National Park, and this book also deals with the Cascade Mountains (The other is entitled Through Glacier Park). Rinehart wrote hundreds of short stories, poems, travelogues and articles, though she is most famous for her mystery stories. The region that became Glacier National Park was first inhabited by Native Americans and upon the arrival of European explorers, was dominated by the Blackfeet in the east and the Flathead in the western regions. - Summary by wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/tenting-to-night-a-chronicle-of-sport-and-adventure-in-glacier-park-and-the-cascade-mountains-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
second two travelogues published mary roberts rinehart 1876 1958 deal glacier national park book also deals cascade mountains the entitled glacier park rinehart wrote hundreds short stories poems travelogues articles though famous mystery stories region became glacier national park first inhabited native americans upon arrival european explorers dominated blackfeet east flathead western regions summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 7582 |
7512 |
8123 |
Luchana |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Cuarta novela de la tercera serie de los Episodios Nacionales. Fernando Calpena continúa sus aventuras por la España carlista en pos de su amada. - Summary by Tux<p> |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/luchana-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
cuarta novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales fernando calpena continúa sus aventuras por la españa carlista en pos de su amada summary tux p |
| 7583 |
7513 |
8124 |
Coffee Break Collection 009 - Autumn |
Various |
Short Stories |
This is the ninth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. This collection is "Autumn"! - Summary by Rosie and WoollyBee<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-009-autumn-by-various/ |
ninth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening collection autumn summary rosie woollybee p |
| 7584 |
7514 |
8125 |
Half Century of Conflict |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
Early Modern |
Francis Parkman (1823-1893) is one of the great nineteenth century United States historians along with William Prescott, John Lothrop Motley, George Bancroft, and Henry Adams. Parkman has been hailed as one of America's great historians and as a master of narrative history. He is most known for his The Oregon Trail and his seven volume work on the history of the French and English in North America. A Half Century of Conflict is the sixth volume of the series but was the last to be published in 1892. It covers the period from 1700 to 1748. - Summary by Richard Carpenter<p>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/ |
francis parkman 1823 1893 one great nineteenth century united states historians along william prescott john lothrop motley george bancroft henry adams parkman hailed one america s great historians master narrative history known oregon trail seven volume work history french english north america half century conflict sixth volume series last published 1892 covers period 1700 1748 summary richard carpenter p a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
| 7585 |
7515 |
8126 |
My Life in Christ: Extracts from the Diary of Saint John of Kronstadt |
Saint John of Kronstadt |
Christianity - Other |
Moments of Spiritual Serenity and Contemplation,<br>\nof Reverent Feeling, of Earnest Self-Amendment,<br>\nand of Peace in God.<br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/my-life-in-christ-extracts-from-the-diary-of-saint-john-of-kronstadt-by-saint-john-of-kronstadt/ |
moments spiritual serenity contemplation br reverent feeling earnest self amendment br peace god br |
| 7586 |
7516 |
8127 |
Golden Treasury of the Best Songs and Lyrical Pieces In the English Language |
Francis T. Palgrave |
Anthologies |
Palgrave's principal contribution to the development of literary taste was contained in his Golden Treasury of English Songs and Lyrics (1861), an anthology of the best poetry in the language constructed upon a plan sound and spacious, and followed out with a delicacy of feeling which could scarcely be surpassed. This book is a delightful one to listen to with family or friends. You're sure to find something to relate to in these wonderful poems. Summary by WoollyBee / Wikipedia.<p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-treasury-of-the-best-songs-and-lyrical-pieces-in-the-english-language-by-francis-t-palgrave/ |
palgrave s principal contribution development literary taste contained golden treasury english songs lyrics 1861 anthology best poetry language constructed upon plan sound spacious followed delicacy feeling could scarcely surpassed book delightful one listen family friends sure find something relate wonderful poems summary woollybee wikipedia p |
| 7587 |
7517 |
8128 |
Bishop's Secret |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Bishop Pendle is the Church of England bishop in a small fictitious English cathedral town. Several years into his work, he receives a visit from a disreputable-looking visitor. The bishop is much upset. What transpired between them that has so upset the good churchman? And then there is the murder. Fergus Hume was one of the most prolific and most popular of 19th century novelists. "Mr. Hume won a reputation second to none for plot of the stirring, ingenious, misleading, and finally surprising kind, and for working out his plot in vigorous and picturesque English. In "The Bishop's Secret," while there is no falling off in plot and style, there is a welcome and marvelous broadening out as to the cast of characters, representing an unusually wide range of typical men and women. These are not laboriously described by the author, but are made to reveal themselves in action and speech in a way that has, for the reader, all the charm of personal intercourse with living people...."\n(Book Preface and david wales)<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-bishops-secret-by-fergus-hume/ |
bishop pendle church england bishop small fictitious english cathedral town several years work receives visit disreputable looking visitor bishop much upset transpired upset good churchman murder fergus hume one prolific popular 19th century novelists mr hume reputation second none plot stirring ingenious misleading finally surprising kind working plot vigorous picturesque english the bishop s secret falling plot style welcome marvelous broadening cast characters representing unusually wide range typical men women laboriously described author made reveal action speech way has reader charm personal intercourse living people book preface david wales p |
| 7588 |
7518 |
8129 |
Story of Garfield |
William Gunion Rutherford |
Biography & Autobiography |
A short biography of the 20th U.S. President. Garfield was raised in humble circumstances on an Ohio farm by his widowed mother and elder brother. Before he was elected president in the Republican party he was first elected to Congress in 1862 as Representative of the 19th District of Ohio. Then to the Senate in 1880. His presidency lasted just 200 days—from March 4, 1881, until his death on September 19, 1881, as a result of being shot by assassin Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-garfield-by-william-gunion-rutherford/ |
short biography 20th u s president garfield raised humble circumstances ohio farm widowed mother elder brother elected president republican party first elected congress 1862 representative 19th district ohio senate 1880 presidency lasted 200 days from march 4 1881 death september 19 1881 result shot assassin charles j guiteau july 2 1881 summary wikipedia wtomcho p |
| 7589 |
7519 |
8130 |
Dream Play |
August Strindberg |
Drama |
A Dream Play (Swedish: Ett drömspel) was written in 1901 by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg. It was first performed in Stockholm on 17 April 1907. It remains one of Strindberg's most admired and influential dramas, seen as an important precursor to both dramatic Expressionism and Surrealism. The primary character in the play is Agnes, a daughter of the Vedic god Indra. She descends to Earth to bear witness to problems of human beings. She meets about 40 characters, some of them having a clearly symbolical value (such as four deans representing theology, philosophy, medicine, and law). After experiencing all sorts of human suffering (for example poverty, cruelty, and the routine of family life), the daughter of gods realizes that human beings are to be pitied. \n - Summary by Wikipedia<BR><BR>\nCast List:<BR>\nThe Daughter of Indra (Agnes); Voice of the Women (+ All); The Crew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>The Officer (+All in III): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>The Lawyer; All Right-Minded: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>The Poet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>The Voice of Indra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>The Glazier; Voice of the Men, Tenor and Bass (+All); The Crew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>The Father; He (+All); The Second Coalheaver; Dean of Philosophy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>The Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4064">Margaret Espaillat</a><br>Lena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett</a><br>The Portress; The Wife; The Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>The Billposter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8687">EccentricOwl</a><br>Victoria (also "A Woman's Voice from Above"); She (+All): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>The Ballet Girl; Voice of the Children (+All); The Crew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>The Male Chorus Singer; The Boy (+All the Boys): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>The Prompter; The Blind Man (+All): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br>The Policeman; The Husband; Dean of Jurisprudence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>Christine; The First Coalheaver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>The Master of Quarantine (+All in Act II): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/474">Zachary Brewster-Geisz</a><br>The Pensioner (+ All); The Naval Officer; Dean of Theology: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5927">Prachi Pendse</a><br>The Maids; The Lady; Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Edith; Dean of Medicine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>The Teacher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>Lord Chancellor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8937">Josh Kirsh</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br><BR>Edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><BR><BR> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-dream-play-by-august-strindberg/ |
dream play swedish ett drömspel written 1901 swedish playwright august strindberg first performed stockholm 17 april 1907 remains one strindberg s admired influential dramas seen important precursor dramatic expressionism surrealism primary character play agnes daughter vedic god indra descends earth bear witness problems human beings meets 40 characters clearly symbolical value such four deans representing theology philosophy medicine law experiencing sorts human suffering for example poverty cruelty routine family life daughter gods realizes human beings pitied summary wikipedia br br cast list br daughter indra agnes voice women all crew a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br the officer all iii a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br the lawyer right minded a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br the poet a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br the voice indra a href https librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br the glazier voice men tenor bass all crew a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br the father all second coalheaver dean philosophy a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br the mother a href https librivox org reader 4064 margaret espaillat a br lena a href https librivox org reader 8470 rebecca braunert plunkett a br the portress wife gentleman a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br the billposter a href https librivox org reader 8687 eccentricowl a br victoria also a woman s voice above all a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br the ballet girl voice children all crew a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br the male chorus singer boy all boys a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br the prompter blind man all a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br the policeman husband dean jurisprudence a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br christine first coalheaver a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br the master quarantine all act ii a href https librivox org reader 474 zachary brewster geisz a br the pensioner all naval officer dean theology a href https librivox org reader 5927 prachi pendse a br the maids lady juan a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br edith dean medicine a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br the teacher a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br lord chancellor a href https librivox org reader 8937 josh kirsh a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br br edited a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br |
| 7590 |
7520 |
8131 |
Maccabe's Art of Ventriloquism and Vocal Illusions |
Frederic Maccabe |
Crafts & Hobbies, Performing Arts |
This manual offers instructions on how to become a ventriloquist. Starting out from a general introduction of ventriloquism, it explains how sounds are formed in the human body and how the voice is used. It then provides exercises for the budding artist, and a number of dialogues for performances.</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/ventriloquism-vocal-illusions-by-frederic-maccabe/ |
manual offers instructions become ventriloquist starting general introduction ventriloquism explains sounds formed human body voice used provides exercises budding artist number dialogues performances p |
| 7591 |
7521 |
8132 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 014 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://wiki.librivox.org/index.php/Index_of_short_works_in_German_-_Index_kurzer_deutscher_Aufnahmen"> gibt es hier</a>.<br></br>Die Sinnsprüche Omars des Zeltmachers übersetzt von Friedrich Rosen (1856 - 1935)<p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-014-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http wiki librivox org index php index_of_short_works_in_german_ _index_kurzer_deutscher_aufnahmen gibt es hier a br br die sinnsprüche omars des zeltmachers übersetzt von friedrich rosen 1856 1935 p |
| 7592 |
7522 |
8133 |
Greenmantle (Version 2) |
John Buchan |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
Greenmantle is the second of five Richard Hannay novels by John Buchan, first published in 1916 by Hodder & Stoughton, London. It is one of two Hannay novels set during the First World War, the other being Mr Standfast (1919); Hannay’s first and best-known adventure, The Thirty-Nine Steps (1915), is set in the period immediately before the war started. – Hannay is called in to investigate rumours of an uprising in the Muslim world, and undertakes a perilous journey through enemy territory to meet up with his friend Sandy in Constantinople. Once there, he and his friends must thwart the Germans’ plans to use religion to help them win the war, climaxing at the battle of Erzurum. - Summary by Wikipedia</p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/greenmantle-version-2-by-john-buchan/ |
greenmantle second five richard hannay novels john buchan first published 1916 hodder stoughton london one two hannay novels set first world war mr standfast 1919 hannay s first best known adventure thirty nine steps 1915 set period immediately war started hannay called investigate rumours uprising muslim world undertakes perilous journey enemy territory meet friend sandy constantinople there friends must thwart germans plans use religion help win war climaxing battle erzurum summary wikipedia p |
| 7593 |
7523 |
8134 |
Our Little English Cousin |
Blanche McManus |
Family |
This delightful little book is another in the "Our Little Cousin" series that offered American children insight into what their young counterparts in other lands were like; the games they played and the life they lived. - Summary by Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-english-cousin-by-blanche-mcmanus/ |
delightful little book another our little cousin series offered american children insight young counterparts lands like games played life lived summary phil chenevert p |
| 7594 |
7524 |
8135 |
Doctor's Christmas Eve |
James Lane Allen |
Published 1900 onward |
A gentle reminiscence of a fictional country doctor as the year is drawing to a close. Unlike city doctors, the personal and professional life of a country doctor are closely intertwined. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-doctors-christmas-eve-by-james-lane-allen/ |
gentle reminiscence fictional country doctor year drawing close unlike city doctors personal professional life country doctor closely intertwined summary lynne thompson p |
| 7595 |
7525 |
8136 |
Wind Among the Reeds |
William Butler Yeats |
Lyric |
William Butler Yeats was an Irish poet and one of the foremost figures of 20th century literature. He studied poetry in his youth and from an early age was fascinated by both Irish legends and the occult. One of his works, 'The wind among the reeds', published in 1899, by critics' opinion is the main achievement of his early works. Imagery of Yeats' poetry at this time is filled with characters of Celtic mythology and folklore. (ShiNeko, Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-among-the-reeds-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
william butler yeats irish poet one foremost figures 20th century literature studied poetry youth early age fascinated irish legends occult one works the wind among reeds published 1899 critics opinion main achievement early works imagery yeats poetry time filled characters celtic mythology folklore shineko wikipedia p |
| 7596 |
7526 |
8137 |
Wanted |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Twenty-seven year old Rebecca Meredith feels out of place and unwanted. She has lost her mother, brother, and idolized little sister to the grave. Her beau suddenly and without warning marries someone else. And her father has brought home a new wife. The new Mrs. Meredith tries to befriend Rebecca, but Rebecca feels pushed out. She moves to another city and tries to earn her own way, finding her way into the McKenzie house as the nurse-girl to the baby of the family, who reminds her so much of her own late sister. However, she hates how Mr. McKenzie is cold and unfeeling toward his invalid wife. But there is a secret family tragedy that, when revealed, shows Rebecca how wrong she has been about herself, her family, the McKenzies, and Jesus Christ ... and shows her just how much she is wanted, after all. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/wanted-by-pansy/ |
twenty seven year old rebecca meredith feels place unwanted lost mother brother idolized little sister grave beau suddenly without warning marries someone else father brought home new wife new mrs meredith tries befriend rebecca rebecca feels pushed out moves another city tries earn way finding way mckenzie house nurse girl baby family reminds much late sister however hates mr mckenzie cold unfeeling toward invalid wife secret family tragedy that revealed shows rebecca wrong herself family mckenzies jesus christ shows much wanted all summary triciag |
| 7597 |
7527 |
8138 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of Good Men and Great |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Elbert Hubbard visits the homes of authors, politicians, poets, philosophers and other prestigious people. If they are still living he speaks with them about their work. If they are dead he reflects on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography, part interview and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre. <p>In this volume he reflects on his own life, as well as on those of George Eliot, Thomas Carlyle, John Ruskin, William E. Gladstone, J.M.W. Turner, Jonathan Swift, Walt Whitman, Victor Hugo, William Wordsworth, William M. Thackeray, Charles Dickens, Oliver Goldsmith, William Shakespeare and Thomas A. Edison.<br/> - Summary by Lucy Perry</p> <p>This is Volume 1 in a series of 14 books.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-the-great-vol-1-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
p elbert hubbard visits homes authors politicians poets philosophers prestigious people still living speaks work dead reflects surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part interview part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre p in volume reflects life well george eliot thomas carlyle john ruskin william e gladstone j m w turner jonathan swift walt whitman victor hugo william wordsworth william m thackeray charles dickens oliver goldsmith william shakespeare thomas a edison br summary lucy perry p p this volume 1 series 14 books p |
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7528 |
8139 |
Baseball Joe of the Silver Stars |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Sports Fiction |
"Baseball Joe" Matson has recently moved to Riverside with his family, in this opening volume of Baseball Joe series. Joe is a wide-awake country boy who enjoys playing baseball. We follow his career in the series, and his adventures, as he joins Riverside's local nine and makes good, playing the position he most enjoys - that of pitcher, are recounted here. When not on the diamond, Joe is assisting his father against foes who are trying to steal Mr. Matson's machinery patents.<br /><br />Lester Chadwick is one of dozens of house pseudonyms created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate in the early to mid 1900's, to "author" children's series. Contract writers (whose identities were to remain unknown under tight secrecy) were hired to write the books in the series under the various names, usually multiple writers contributing volumes to a particular series. Howard R. Garis (1873-1962) is thought to have solely ghost-written the 14-volume Baseball Joe series. (Summary by Donald Cummings) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/baseball-joe-of-the-silver-stars-by-howard-r-garis/ |
baseball joe matson recently moved riverside family opening volume baseball joe series joe wide awake country boy enjoys playing baseball follow career series adventures joins riverside s local nine makes good playing position enjoys pitcher recounted here diamond joe assisting father foes trying steal mr matson s machinery patents br br lester chadwick one dozens house pseudonyms created stratemeyer syndicate early mid 1900 s author children s series contract writers whose identities remain unknown tight secrecy hired write books series various names usually multiple writers contributing volumes particular series howard r garis 1873 1962 thought solely ghost written 14 volume baseball joe series summary donald cummings p |
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8140 |
Voyages of Doctor Dolittle (version 2) |
Hugh Lofting |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
Doctor Dolittle and his friends travel to South America to meet the greatest naturalist in the New World. \n\nA note to listeners: This book was written in a different time, and as such, contains language and sentiments that are offensive to modern sensibilities.\n\n- Summary by Karen Savage<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyages-of-doctor-dolittle-by-hugh-lofting-2/ |
doctor dolittle friends travel south america meet greatest naturalist new world note listeners book written different time such contains language sentiments offensive modern sensibilities summary karen savage p |
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8141 |
Fireside Christmas Short Stories |
Various |
Family Life, Short Stories |
<br />A collection of Christmas-themed short stories, intended to warm the heart and share with the family. Each story or poem in this collection is unique: some make us pause to consider the meaning of Christmas, others entertain and make us smile. So curl up in front of a blazing fire and be transported back to Christmases past. (Summary by Lynne Thompson)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fireside-christmas-short-stories/ |
br a collection christmas themed short stories intended warm heart share family story poem collection unique make us pause consider meaning christmas others entertain make us smile curl front blazing fire transported back christmases past summary lynne thompson br br |
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7531 |
8142 |
Mysterious Island - Shipwrecked in the Air |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
In the final months of the American Civil War five Northerners find themselves trapped in the Southern capital of Richmond. They conceive of a plan to escape with a baloon kept nearby.\nHowever, not all goes as planned and as a powerful gale surprises them, their balloon veers off course by some thousands of miles and the five find themselves fighting desperately for their survival... (plot summary by Piotr Nater)\n\nThe present translation is by the American Stephen W. White. It first appeared in the Evening Telegraph of Philadelphia, PA and was later published as an Evening Telegraph Reprint Book (1876). According to Taves and Michaluk “Although more faithful than any other translation, this one has never been reprinted”. Still, there is still condensation and omission of some sections such as Verne's description of how a sawmill works. (taken from the Redactor's Note available at Project Gutenberg. ( Norman M. Wolcott) and Wikipedia)<br>\n"Shipwrecked in the Air", together with 2 subsequent volumes, "The Abandoned" and "The Secret of the Island", form "The Mysterious Island".</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/mysterious-island-book-1-by-jules-verne/ |
final months american civil war five northerners find trapped southern capital richmond conceive plan escape baloon kept nearby however goes planned powerful gale surprises them balloon veers course thousands miles five find fighting desperately survival plot summary piotr nater present translation american stephen w white first appeared evening telegraph philadelphia pa later published evening telegraph reprint book 1876 according taves michaluk although faithful translation one never reprinted still still condensation omission sections verne s description sawmill works taken redactor s note available project gutenberg norman m wolcott wikipedia br shipwrecked air together 2 subsequent volumes the abandoned the secret island form the mysterious island p |
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7532 |
8143 |
Sandmann |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br>Der Student Nathanael glaubt in einem Wetterglashändler namens Coppola einen Mann wieder zu erkennen, der in seiner Kindheit als Advokat Coppelius regelmäßig abends seinen Vater besuchte und mit diesem offenbar alchimistische Experimente machte, bei denen der Vater schließlich bei einer Explosion starb. Dieser Coppelius war für den kleinen Nathanael nur "Der Sandmann" - die Personifizierung einer schaurig-schrecklichen Figur aus einem Ammenmärchen, der den Kindern die Augen ausreißt. Er hat mit diesem Manne Furchtbares erlebt und leidet nun erneut unter dem Kindheitstrauma. Seine Verlobte Clara und deren Bruder Lothar versuchen, ihm aus seinen düsteren Stimmungen herauszuhelfen, doch verfällt Nathanael immer wieder in wirre Fantasien, und er fühlt sich von Clara missverstanden. So kommt es, dass er sich in Olimpia verliebt, die ziemlich merkwürdige Tochter seines Professors Spalanzani. Als sich schließlich auf dramatische Weise herausstellt, welche ganz besondere Bewandtnis es mit dieser Olimpia hat, verfällt er abermals in den Wahnsinn - doch noch einmal scheint es so, als könne die Liebe Claras ihn heilen...\n<br></br>\nDer Schauerroman "Der Sandmann" ist eines der bedeutendsten und "dank" der Arbeit von Generationen von Deutschlehrern eines der bekanntesten Werke E.T.A. Hoffmanns. Es bietet so viele Deutungsansätze und somit auch verschiedene Interpretationen, dass Hoffmann selbst sich gewundert haben soll, was er da alles in der Erzählung verarbeitet habe.<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) <br/><br/> |
German |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/der-sandmann-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
br der student nathanael glaubt einem wetterglashändler namens coppola einen mann wieder zu erkennen der seiner kindheit als advokat coppelius regelmäßig abends seinen vater besuchte und mit diesem offenbar alchimistische experimente machte bei denen der vater schließlich bei einer explosion starb dieser coppelius war für den kleinen nathanael nur der sandmann die personifizierung einer schaurig schrecklichen figur aus einem ammenmärchen der den kindern die augen ausreißt er hat mit diesem manne furchtbares erlebt und leidet nun erneut unter dem kindheitstrauma seine verlobte clara und deren bruder lothar versuchen ihm aus seinen düsteren stimmungen herauszuhelfen doch verfällt nathanael immer wieder wirre fantasien und er fühlt sich von clara missverstanden kommt es dass er sich olimpia verliebt die ziemlich merkwürdige tochter seines professors spalanzani als sich schließlich auf dramatische weise herausstellt welche ganz besondere bewandtnis es mit dieser olimpia hat verfällt er abermals den wahnsinn doch noch einmal scheint es so als könne die liebe claras ihn heilen br br der schauerroman der sandmann ist eines der bedeutendsten und dank der arbeit von generationen von deutschlehrern eines der bekanntesten werke e t a hoffmanns es bietet viele deutungsansätze und somit auch verschiedene interpretationen dass hoffmann selbst sich gewundert haben soll er da alles der erzählung verarbeitet habe br zusammenfassung von karlsson br br |
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7533 |
8144 |
Villette (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Charlotte Brontë |
Dramatic Readings |
After an unspecified family disaster, protagonist Lucy Snowe travels to the fictional city of Villette to teach at an all-girls school where she is unwillingly pulled into both adventure and romance. Summary by Wikipedia \n<BR><BR><b>Cast list:</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J </a><br>\nLucy Snowe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr </a><br>\nGraham/Dr. John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8902">Robert Dixon </a><br>\nMonsieur Paul: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br>\nMadame Beck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett </a><br>\nPolly/Paulina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday </a><br>\nMrs. Bretton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton </a><br>\nGinevra Fanshawe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn </a><br>\nMr. Home/Bassompierre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nRosine [the portress]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8774">Leanne</a><br>\nMademoiselle St. Pierre [a teacher]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nIsabelle [a student]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7800">Arie </a><br>\nPere Silas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7601">Malone </a><br>\nYoung Lucy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>\nThomas [a servant]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nGeorgette [Madame Beck's daughter]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart</a><br>\nGoton [Female Servant]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">P. J. Morgan</a><br>\nMadame Walravens: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8774">Leanne</a><br>\nHarriet [Polly's nurse]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P </a><br>\nMiss Marchmont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry </a><br>\nFifine [Madame Beck's daughter]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nMonsieur Rochemorte [a professor]: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nJosef Emmanuel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a><br>\nWarren/London Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nFrank/de Hamal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala </a><br>\nMrs. Barrett/Mrs. Sweeney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger </a><br>\nLondon Waterman/Custom House Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado </a><br>\nSteward/Miret (a bookseller): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br>\nStewardess/Penitent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier </a><br>\nDressmaker/Justine Marie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart </a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5269">Elizabeth Barr</a><br><br> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/villette-by-charlotte-bronte-2/ |
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7534 |
8145 |
Eight Harvard Poets |
E. E. Cummings |
Anthologies |
<I>"I will wade out<BR>\ntill my thighs are steeped in burn-<BR>\ning flowers<BR>\nI will take the sun in my mouth<BR>\nand leap into the ripe air<BR>\nAlive<BR>\nwith closed eyes<BR>\nto dash against darkness<BR>\nin the sleeping curves of my<BR>\nbody<BR>\nShall enter fingers of smooth mastery<BR>\nwith chasteness of sea-girls<BR>\nWill I complete the mystery<BR>\nof my flesh<BR>\nI will rise<BR>\nAfter a thousand years<BR>\nlipping<BR>\nflowers<BR>\nAnd set my teeth in the silver of the moon."<BR></I>\n\n-- E. Estlin Cummings in Crepuscule<BR><BR>\n\nEight Harvard Poets is a anthology of poetry by E. Estlin Cummings, S. Foster Damon, J. R. Dos Passos, Robert Hillyer, R. S. Mitchell, William A. Norris, Dudley Poole, and Cuthbert Wright. These older poems remain inspiring and timeless. (Summary by Woolly Bee and Wikipedia) <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/eight-harvard-poets-by-various/ |
i i wade out br till thighs steeped burn br ing flowers br take sun mouth br leap ripe air br alive br closed eyes br dash darkness br sleeping curves my br body br shall enter fingers smooth mastery br chasteness sea girls br complete mystery br flesh br rise br thousand years br lipping br flowers br set teeth silver moon br i e estlin cummings crepuscule br br eight harvard poets anthology poetry e estlin cummings s foster damon j r dos passos robert hillyer r s mitchell william a norris dudley poole cuthbert wright older poems remain inspiring timeless summary woolly bee wikipedia p |
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7535 |
8146 |
Prayers of St Paul |
William H. Griffith Thomas |
Christianity - Commentary |
William Griffith Thomas was a pastor, teacher and co-founder of the Dallas Theological Seminary. This book contains nine devotional commentaries on prayers from Paul's letters to the churches at Thessalonica, Colossi and Ephesus. Thomas is theologically conservative. His commentaries both look at the meaning of the text and apply it to the heart. Summary by MaryAnn.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-prayers-of-st-paul-by-william-h-griffith-thomas/ |
william griffith thomas pastor teacher co founder dallas theological seminary book contains nine devotional commentaries prayers paul s letters churches thessalonica colossi ephesus thomas theologically conservative commentaries look meaning text apply heart summary maryann p |
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7536 |
8147 |
Dwellers in the Hills |
Melville Davisson Post |
Westerns |
Ward was laid up after a mysterious accident when Woodford, a rival cattleman, demanded 600 head be delivered within 3 days under a contract that the two had entered into. The price had since dropped and Woodford was counting on Ward's inability to deliver to escape a loss on the contract. Woodford had chosen his time well. The cattle were far to the south across the Valley River and Ward had no choice but to send his brother, Quiller, to fetch the stock. A lot could happen on such a long trip as Quiller leaves childhood behind and learns lessons he will never forget about the world of men. <br><br>\nMelville Davisson Post was a West Virginian and he set much of his work in the mountains and valleys of that state. His love of nature and horses, and his keen observations of people, show through in his over 200 novels and short stories. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/dwellers-in-the-hills-by-melville-davisson-post/ |
ward laid mysterious accident woodford rival cattleman demanded 600 head delivered within 3 days contract two entered into price since dropped woodford counting ward s inability deliver escape loss contract woodford chosen time well cattle far south across valley river ward choice send brother quiller fetch stock lot could happen long trip quiller leaves childhood behind learns lessons never forget world men br br melville davisson post west virginian set much work mountains valleys state love nature horses keen observations people show 200 novels short stories summary maryann p |
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7544 |
8155 |
Prairie-Schooner Princess |
Mary Katherine Maule |
Action & Adventure, Christian Fiction |
The story of a Quaker family's journey from Ohio to Nebraska beginning in 1856. They encounter a mystery which leaves them an orphan girl who will forever change their lives. Blizzard, the Civil War, and Indians and more Indians fill this great adventure which tests their faith and ingenuity while shaping their loves and futures. Summary by Sharon Kilmer.<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-prairie-schooner-princess-by-mary-katherine-maule/ |
story quaker family s journey ohio nebraska beginning 1856 encounter mystery leaves orphan girl forever change lives blizzard civil war indians indians fill great adventure tests faith ingenuity shaping loves futures summary sharon kilmer p |
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7537 |
8148 |
Princess Mary's Gift Book |
Various |
Anthologies |
In 1914, Princess Mary, then 17 years of age, gave her name to this collection of short stories and essays from the most prominent authors of the time for the purpose of raising funds for the "Work For Women Fund". A few of the outstanding authors represented in this sparkling collection are J.M. Barrie with is essay on A Holiday in Bed; A. Conan Doyle; J.H. Fabre the naturalist with his well know description of The Ant-Lion; H. Ryder Haggard; Rudyard Kipling; Alfred Noyes ("A Spell for a Fairy"); Baroness Orczy (yes, that one); and Kate Douglas Wiggin . - Summary by Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/princess-marys-gift-book-by-various/ |
1914 princess mary 17 years age gave name collection short stories essays prominent authors time purpose raising funds work women fund outstanding authors represented sparkling collection j m barrie essay holiday bed a conan doyle j h fabre naturalist well know description ant lion h ryder haggard rudyard kipling alfred noyes a spell fairy baroness orczy yes one kate douglas wiggin summary phil chenevert p |
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7538 |
8149 |
Celebration of Dialects and Accents, Vol 2. |
Aesop |
Language learning |
A celebration of all the wonderful dialects and accents found within the Librivox community!\nThe goal being to record a 'phonetically relevant' text by as many volunteers as possible, and make this dialect/accent 'database' available to the world, by releasing the recordings into the public domain. - Summary by Délibáb<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/celebration-of-dialects-and-accents-vol-2-by-aesop/ |
celebration wonderful dialects accents found within librivox community goal record phonetically relevant text many volunteers possible make dialect accent database available world releasing recordings public domain summary délibáb p |
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7539 |
8150 |
Watchers |
A. E. W. Mason |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction |
A dark tale of adventure, piracy, murder, and revenge set on a rugged Cornish island in the mid-1700s. Told with the literary excellence to be expected from the author of The Four Feathers, the tale begins with a dangerous youth who sat in the stocks, and a girl named Helen, and a gang of men watching a granite house at the edge of the sea. NOTE: Contains some language that would be considered offensive to the modern ear. (Christine Dufour) <p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-watchers-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
dark tale adventure piracy murder revenge set rugged cornish island mid 1700s told literary excellence expected author four feathers tale begins dangerous youth sat stocks girl named helen gang men watching granite house edge sea note contains language would considered offensive modern ear christine dufour p |
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7540 |
8151 |
Parmenides |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Ancient |
Parmenides (Ancient Greek: ΠΑΡΜΕΝΙΔΗΣ) recounts a meeting between Socrates, Zeno and Parmenides. Topics discussed include universals, plurality and the One. - Summary by Geoffrey Edwards<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/parmenides-by-plato/ |
parmenides ancient greek παρμενιδης recounts meeting socrates zeno parmenides topics discussed include universals plurality one summary geoffrey edwards p |
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8152 |
Working for God |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Andrew Murray wrote “Working for God”, a book of daily meditations for a month, as a sequel to “Waiting on God”. The object of the book is, in Murray’s own words, to remind all Christian workers of the greatness and the glory of the work in which God gives a share. It is the work of bringing people back to God – but it must be done in God’s way and in God’s power. It is spiritual work, to be done by spiritual people. In this book we find valuable insights into the calling that all Christians have, to work for the Lord in some capacity or other. We also find how God’s grace is sufficient, and that He can and will enable us to have fruitful lives; we really can trust God to show us how we can work effectively in His kingdom, perhaps in ways and with resources that we have not yet imagined! - Summary by Christopher Smith</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/working-for-god-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray wrote working god book daily meditations month sequel waiting god object book is murray s words remind christian workers greatness glory work god gives share work bringing people back god must done god s way god s power spiritual work done spiritual people book find valuable insights calling christians have work lord capacity other also find god s grace sufficient enable us fruitful lives really trust god show us work effectively kingdom perhaps ways resources yet imagined summary christopher smith p |
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8153 |
Revolt of the Angels |
Anatole France |
Religious Fiction |
Anatole France, in his satirical and allegorical fashion, weaves a tale of fantasy which finds a mischievous guardian angel stealing books from his earthly charge, who happens to be an archbishop in possession of a plethora of literature, mostly theological in nature. After voracious reading and then becoming a "fallen" angel, he decides to search for and recruit other "fallen" angels who devise a plan to attempt an overthrow of the rule which had set their fate, realizing that revolt is necessary and inevitable. What follows is preparation for a battle to revenge what has befallen them (and mankind itself). But surprises find their way into the plans, as well as the question that if they win the war, what will change? - Summary by Roger Melin<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-revolt-of-the-angels-by-anatole-france/ |
anatole france satirical allegorical fashion weaves tale fantasy finds mischievous guardian angel stealing books earthly charge happens archbishop possession plethora literature mostly theological nature voracious reading becoming fallen angel decides search recruit fallen angels devise plan attempt overthrow rule set fate realizing revolt necessary inevitable follows preparation battle revenge befallen and mankind itself surprises find way plans well question win war change summary roger melin p |
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7543 |
8154 |
Mrs. Bindle |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Humorous Fiction |
Herbert Jenkins' most popular fictional creation was Mr. Joseph Bindle, who first appeared in a humorous novel in 1916 and in a number of sequels. In the preface to the books, T. P. O'Connor said that "Bindle is the greatest Cockney that has come into being through the medium of literature since Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers". The stories are based on the comedic drama of life at work, at home and all the adventures that take place along the way. It becomes clear as the stories progress that Bindle would not be who he is without Mrs. Bindle, and this book seeks to tell the stories of the Bindles from the distaff point of view. (Summary by Wikipedia and Don W. Jenkins)<p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-bindle-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
herbert jenkins popular fictional creation mr joseph bindle first appeared humorous novel 1916 number sequels preface books t p o connor said bindle greatest cockney come medium literature since dickens wrote pickwick papers stories based comedic drama life work home adventures take place along way becomes clear stories progress bindle would without mrs bindle book seeks tell stories bindles distaff point view summary wikipedia w jenkins p |
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7545 |
8156 |
House With The Mezzanine And Other Stories |
Anton Chekhov |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
Six short stories and a novella by the Russian master. (david wales) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-with-the-mezzanine-and-other-stories-by-anton-chekhov/ |
six short stories novella russian master david wales p |
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7546 |
8157 |
坊っちゃん (Botchan) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Published 1900 onward |
物理学校を卒業した坊ちゃんは、松山の中学へ、数学の教師として赴任する。さっそく、同僚にあだ名をつけた、校長は、狸。教頭は、赤シャツ。数学の主任は、山嵐。赤シャツの子分の画学の教師は、野だ。赤シャツに許嫁を奪われかかっている英語の教師は、うらなり。うらなり先生は、九州の延岡へ転勤させられ、それに抗議した、山嵐は、辞表をかかせられてしまった。最後に、山嵐と坊ちゃんは、赤シャツと野だをこてんぱんに殴って、船で、松山を後にする。坊ちゃんは、一ヶ月で、東京に帰り、昔からの下女である「清」と暮らし始める。\n\n<br /><br />Botchan becomes a teacher in Matsuyama after he graduated from a school. He meets lots of trouble. After a month he quits the job and returns to Tokyo. (ekzemplaro) <p> |
Japanese |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/botchan-by-soseki-natsume-2/ |
物理学校を卒業した坊ちゃんは 松山の中学へ 数学の教師として赴任する さっそく 同僚にあだ名をつけた 校長は 狸 教頭は 赤シャツ 数学の主任は 山嵐 赤シャツの子分の画学の教師は 野だ 赤シャツに許嫁を奪われかかっている英語の教師は うらなり うらなり先生は 九州の延岡へ転勤させられ それに抗議した 山嵐は 辞表をかかせられてしまった 最後に 山嵐と坊ちゃんは 赤シャツと野だをこてんぱんに殴って 船で 松山を後にする 坊ちゃんは 一ヶ月で 東京に帰り 昔からの下女である 清 と暮らし始める br br botchan becomes teacher matsuyama graduated school meets lots trouble month quits job returns tokyo ekzemplaro p |
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7547 |
8158 |
Old Rail Fence Corners |
Lucy Leavenworth Wilder Morris |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Old Rail Fence Corners is an historical treasure trove containing the stories of the first significant waves of European-American settlers in the now state of Minnesota (United States of America). This book has direct accounts of mid-19th century lives and experiences on the frontier, recounted by the frontiersmen and women when many of them were in their mid-90s. A group of volunteer women -- the Book Committee -- sought to record these recollections before they were lost with the passing of these remarkable adventurers. Experience a wild, dangerous Minnesota full of mosquitoes, threatening wildlife, difficult roads, dirt floors, food scarcity, and Native American neighbors. Interactions with Native Americans are a major theme throughout the book; settlers relate their experiences in the 1862 U.S.-Dakota War, their outsider accounts of interactions between Minnesota's Native American tribes, and the settlers' impressions of the Native American inhabitants with whom they share the land, which range from outright fear to acceptance to friendship and respect. Listen to the amazing stories of the Minnesota settlers as they come back to life through the voices of our talented readers! These are the stories of Minnesota's adventurous, resourceful, and brave pioneers that you won't soon forget. - Summary by Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/old-rail-fence-corners-by-lucy-leavenworth-wilder-morris/ |
old rail fence corners historical treasure trove containing stories first significant waves european american settlers state minnesota united states america book direct accounts mid 19th century lives experiences frontier recounted frontiersmen women many mid 90s group volunteer women book committee sought record recollections lost passing remarkable adventurers experience wild dangerous minnesota full mosquitoes threatening wildlife difficult roads dirt floors food scarcity native american neighbors interactions native americans major theme throughout book settlers relate experiences 1862 u s dakota war outsider accounts interactions minnesota s native american tribes settlers impressions native american inhabitants share land range outright fear acceptance friendship respect listen amazing stories minnesota settlers come back life voices talented readers stories minnesota s adventurous resourceful brave pioneers soon forget summary jill engle p |
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7548 |
8159 |
Tempest |
William Davenant |
Comedy, Romance |
John Dryden and William D'Avenant's Restoration adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest preserves the main plot and characters of the original. Prospero, the former Duke of Milan, lives on an isolated island with his daughter Miranda, and plans to take revenge on his brother Antonio, who usurped his throne. He is aided by his servant, the airy sprite Ariel, and is hated by his other servant, the monster Caliban. Dryden and D'Avenant added in a number of characters: Dorinda, Prospero's other daughter, Hippolito, a young man who has never seen a woman, Sycorax, Caliban's sister, and more spirits and comic mariners. They also added more song, dance, and spectacle. Their version was considered the definitive Tempest until the 19th century. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Narrator/Miranda/Stephano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Mustacho/Third Devil/Neptune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />Ventoso/Pride: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br />Trincalo/Fraud: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Hippolito/Cabin-boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Alonzo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Antonio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br />Gonzalo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br />Ferdinand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br />Prospero: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />Ariel/Aeolus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />Milcha/First Devil/Amphitrite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />Caliban/Second Devil/Tethys: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />Dorinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br />Sycorax/Murder/Oceanus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><p> |
English |
1670 |
https://librivox.org/the-tempest-by-john-dryden/ |
john dryden william d avenant s restoration adaptation shakespeare s tempest preserves main plot characters original prospero former duke milan lives isolated island daughter miranda plans take revenge brother antonio usurped throne aided servant airy sprite ariel hated servant monster caliban dryden d avenant added number characters dorinda prospero s daughter hippolito young man never seen woman sycorax caliban s sister spirits comic mariners also added song dance spectacle version considered definitive tempest 19th century summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br narrator miranda stephano a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mustacho third devil neptune a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br ventoso pride a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br trincalo fraud a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br hippolito cabin boy a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br alonzo a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br antonio a href https librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br gonzalo a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br ferdinand a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br prospero a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br ariel aeolus a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br milcha first devil amphitrite a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br caliban second devil tethys a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br dorinda a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br sycorax murder oceanus a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy perry a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
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7549 |
8160 |
Ghost: A Modern Fantasy |
Arnold Bennett |
Historical Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
The novel opens with Carl Foster, a recently qualified doctor, coming to London to try and make his fortune. He meets a famous tenor, Signor Alresca, who suffers a dreadful injury backstage and Foster tends to him. He thus meets the lead soprano, Rosetta Rosa, and falls hopelessly in love with her.<br><br>Alresca takes Foster under his wing and they travel to Alresca's home in Bruges. It is clear to Foster that Alresca has some strange obsession. Foster also notices a stranger who seems to be dogging his footsteps.<br><br>Things take an even more sinister turn when Alresca inexplicably dies. . .<br><br>(Summary by Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-a-modern-fantasy-by-arnold-bennett/ |
novel opens carl foster recently qualified doctor coming london try make fortune meets famous tenor signor alresca suffers dreadful injury backstage foster tends him thus meets lead soprano rosetta rosa falls hopelessly love her br br alresca takes foster wing travel alresca s home bruges clear foster alresca strange obsession foster also notices stranger seems dogging footsteps br br things take even sinister turn alresca inexplicably dies br br summary simon evers p |
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7550 |
8161 |
Discourses: Biological and Geological |
Thomas Henry Huxley |
Earth Sciences, Life Sciences |
Thomas Henry Huxley was an English biologist (comparative anatomist). He was the most effective supporter of Darwin's Theory of Evolution and had a strong interest in scientific education - in schools, universities, and for the general public . He has been described as "the premier advocate of science in the nineteenth century [for] the whole English-speaking world". This volume consists of popular lectures he gave on biology and geology and addresses he delivered on the same subjects to scientific bodies.\n(Summary by barbara2) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/discourses-biological-geological-by-thomas-henry-huxley/ |
thomas henry hux ley english biologist comparative anatomist effective supporter darwin s theory evolution strong interest scientific education schools universities general public described the pre mier ad vo cate sci ence nine teenth cen tury for whole eng lish speak ing world volume consists popular lectures gave biology geology addresses delivered subjects scientific bodies summary barbara2 p |
| 7621 |
7551 |
8162 |
Our Little Jewish Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
General |
In whatever direction you may travel,—north, south, east, or west,—you will doubtless meet some of your little black-eyed Jewish cousins. They live among us here in America. They also dwell in the countries far away across the wide ocean.\n\nWhy are they so scattered, you may ask. Is there no country which is really theirs, and which is ruled over by some one they have chosen? Is there not some place where they can gather together happily whenever they please? The answer is always no.\n\nThey cannot say of this land or of that, "It is ours," for they are homeless. Palestine, which was once theirs, is now in the hands of the Turks. Jerusalem, the city they love best in the whole world, is in the power of those who look with scorn upon the Jewish people.\n\nFor many centuries they have been scattered far and wide. Their children learn to speak the language of the country where they happen to be born. They play the games and dress in the fashion of that country.\n\nWhat is it that keeps them Jews? It is their religion, and their religion alone. It binds them as closely together now as it did in the days when they worshipped in the great temple at Jerusalem, two thousand years ago.\n\nThese Jewish cousins would say to us, "Our people have suffered greatly. Yet they do not lose courage. Our parents tell us stories of the glorious past, over and over again. They will not let us forget it, and they teach us to hope for the time when Jerusalem will again be ours, and a new temple, in which we shall be free to worship, will stand upon the spot where the old one was destroyed."\n - Summary by book preface<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-jewish-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
whatever direction may travel north south east west you doubtless meet little black eyed jewish cousins live among us america also dwell countries far away across wide ocean scattered may ask country really theirs ruled one chosen place gather together happily whenever please answer always no cannot say land that it ours homeless palestine theirs hands turks jerusalem city love best whole world power look scorn upon jewish people many centuries scattered far wide children learn speak language country happen born play games dress fashion country keeps jews religion religion alone binds closely together days worshipped great temple jerusalem two thousand years ago jewish cousins would say us our people suffered greatly yet lose courage parents tell us stories glorious past again let us forget it teach us hope time jerusalem ours new temple shall free worship stand upon spot old one destroyed summary book preface p |
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7557 |
8168 |
Learned Women |
Molière |
Satire |
Two young people, Henriette and Clitandre, are in love, but in order to marry, they must overcome an obstacle: the attitude of Henriette's family. Her sensible father and uncle are in favour of the marriage; but unfortunately her father is under the thumb of his wife, Philaminte, Henriette's mother. And Philaminte, supported by Henriette's aunt and sister, wishes her to marry Trissotin, a "scholar" and mediocre poet with lofty aspirations, who has these three women completely in his thrall. For these three ladies are "learned"; their obsession in life is learning and culture of the most pretentious kind, and Trissotin is their special protégé and the fixture of their literary salon. - Summary by Wikipedia\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nArmande: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Henriette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Clitandre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7601">Malone</a><br>Belise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Ariste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8784">Kingof192</a><br>Chrysale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Martine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Philaminte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8337">Claudia Salto</a><br>Trissotin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/474">Zachary Brewster-Geisz</a><br>Lepine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Vadius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8291">Elliot Gage</a><br>Julian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8693">russellhughes</a><br>A Notary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8435">Richard Friday</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>Edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br><br> |
English |
1672 |
https://librivox.org/the-learned-women-by-moliere/ |
two young people henriette clitandre love order marry must overcome obstacle attitude henriette s family sensible father uncle favour marriage unfortunately father thumb wife philaminte henriette s mother philaminte supported henriette s aunt sister wishes marry trissotin scholar mediocre poet lofty aspirations three women completely thrall three ladies learned obsession life learning culture pretentious kind trissotin special protégé fixture literary salon summary wikipedia br br cast list br armande a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br henriette a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br clitandre a href https librivox org reader 7601 malone a br belise a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br ariste a href https librivox org reader 8784 kingof192 a br chrysale a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br martine a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br philaminte a href https librivox org reader 8337 claudia salto a br trissotin a href https librivox org reader 474 zachary brewster geisz a br lepine a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br vadius a href https librivox org reader 8291 elliot gage a br julian a href https librivox org reader 8693 russellhughes a br a notary a href https librivox org reader 8435 richard friday a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br edited a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br |
| 7623 |
7558 |
8169 |
Blue Bird: A Fairy Play in Six Acts |
Maurice Maeterlinck |
Plays, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Blue Bird is a 1908 play by Belgian author Maurice Maeterlinck. On the night of Christmas a boy and a girl, Tyltil and Mytil, are visited by Fairy Berilyuna. Fairy's granddaughter is sick and can only be saved by the Blue Bird. Thanks to the Fairy's magic gift children have the opportunity to see the soul of things. Inanimate objects Clocks, Fire, Water, Bread, Sugar, Milk transformed into beings with their own character. Together, they set off on a dangerous journey for the fabulous Blue Bird. The play is inspired with the deep idea of the author "be brave enough to see the hidden." - Summary by ShiNeko, Wikipedia\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Tyltyl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Mytyl/ The Child One: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>The Fairy/ The Neighbour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8324">Kathy Wright</a><br>The Dog/ Granny Tyl/ Gaffer Tyl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>The Cat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Light / the little Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Bread/ The Loaf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Fire: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Water: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart</a><br>Sugar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Milk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Daddy Tyl/ The Oak/ The Luxury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>Mummy Tyl/ Maternal Love: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8470">Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett</a><br>The Brothers and Sisters Tyl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9341">Megan Clavie-Parker</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Night/ The Child Thirteen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>The Poplar/ The Sheep: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>The Lime-Tree/ The Child Ten: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>The Willow/ The Joy of Understanding: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>The Fir-Tree: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>The Chestnut-Tree/ The Ass: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>The Beech/ The Elm/ The Child Seven/ The Child Twelve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>The Cypress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>The Ivy/ The Child Eleven: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>The Rabbit / The First Child of Lovers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart</a><br>The Cock: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>The Horse/ The Child Three: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>The Bull: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>The Ox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>The Cow/ The Child Fifteen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>The Pig: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3994">Miriam Esther Goldman</a><br>The Wolf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>The Happiness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>The Joy of Being Just: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9194">Valerie Becker</a><br>The Joy of seeing what is Beautiful: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4742">Little Tee</a><br>The Child Two /The Second Child of Lovers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>The Child Four: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a><br>The Child Five/ The Child with the Melons: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>The Child Six: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10245">Abby</a><br>The Child Eight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>The Child Fourteen: <a href="ttps://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>The Child Sixteen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10717">Saffie</a><br>Time: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>\nEditors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG </a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a> <br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-bird-by-maurice-maeterlinck/ |
blue bird 1908 play belgian author maurice maeterlinck night christmas boy girl tyltil mytil visited fairy berilyuna fairy s granddaughter sick saved blue bird thanks fairy s magic gift children opportunity see soul things inanimate objects clocks fire water bread sugar milk transformed beings character together set dangerous journey fabulous blue bird play inspired deep idea author be brave enough see hidden summary shineko wikipedia br br b cast list b br br tyltyl a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br mytyl child one a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br the fairy neighbour a href https librivox org reader 8324 kathy wright a br the dog granny tyl gaffer tyl a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br the cat a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br light little girl a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br bread loaf a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br fire a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br water a href https librivox org reader 8595 sarah alaine swart a br sugar a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br milk a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br daddy tyl oak luxury a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br mummy tyl maternal love a href https librivox org reader 8470 rebecca braunert plunkett a br the brothers sisters tyl a href https librivox org reader 9341 megan clavie parker a a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br night child thirteen a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br the poplar sheep a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br the lime tree child ten a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br the willow joy understanding a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br the fir tree a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br the chestnut tree ass a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br the beech elm child seven child twelve a href https librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br the cypress a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br the ivy child eleven a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br the rabbit first child lovers a href https librivox org reader 8595 sarah alaine swart a br the cock a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br the horse child three a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a br the bull a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br the ox a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br the cow child fifteen a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br the pig a href https librivox org reader 3994 miriam esther goldman a br the wolf a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br the happiness a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br the joy just a href https librivox org reader 9194 valerie becker a br the joy seeing beautiful a href https librivox org reader 4742 little tee a br the child two the second child lovers a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyn carlyle a br the child four a href https librivox org reader 1472 sarah jennings a br the child five child melons a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br the child six a href https librivox org reader 10245 abby a br the child eight a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br the child fourteen a href ttps librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br the child sixteen a href https librivox org reader 10717 saffie a br time a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br editors a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br |
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7559 |
8170 |
Little Sister Snow (version 2) |
Frances Little |
General |
This is a story of a little Japanese girl, her life in Japan and her loves. The story opens just before the festival of Hinamatsuri on the third day of the third month, which was set apart as the big birthday of all little girls born in the lovely island, and was celebrated by the Festival of Dolls, which is celebrated on March 3rd throughout Japan for the well being of young girls, praying for their prosperous health. Isn’t it touching? Here is this country (Japan) who graciously honors a girl child through an ancient festival for their safety expunging the bad spirits from the dolls. <br>\n\nYuki San is the young daughter of an old Japanese couple. She's spoiled, sassy, and (in my opinion) quite naughty. The couple tried for many, many years to have a baby and finally Yuki was born. In their eyes she can do no wrong. She is their blessing and will care for them in their final years of life. One day Yuki decides to drown her kitten by throwing it into a gutter that leads to the ocean. Her plan is interrupted by an American teen, Richard Merrit but that's all I'm going to say. You will need to listen to this wonderful tale to find out the surprising stuff that happens to them both. Oh, there is a pre arranged marriage involved here. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-sister-snow-by-frances-little-2/ |
story little japanese girl life japan loves story opens festival hinamatsuri third day third month set apart big birthday little girls born lovely island celebrated festival dolls celebrated march 3rd throughout japan well young girls praying prosperous health isn t touching country japan graciously honors girl child ancient festival safety expunging bad spirits dolls br yuki san young daughter old japanese couple spoiled sassy in opinion quite naughty couple tried many many years baby finally yuki born eyes wrong blessing care final years life one day yuki decides drown kitten throwing gutter leads ocean plan interrupted american teen richard merrit that s i m going say need listen wonderful tale find surprising stuff happens both oh pre arranged marriage involved here summary phil chenevert p |
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7560 |
8171 |
Lady Barbarina |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
Rich and beautiful American girls heading to England to find themselves noble titles through marriage, and using their New World wealth to prop up the waning strength of the aristocracy, was almost a staple of late Victorian literature. "The Buccaneers," Edith Wharton called them, and their day is not over yet (think of Downton Abbey's Earl of Grantham, and his American heiress countess). In Lady Barbarina, however, Henry James explores the obverse of this old tale: what if the wealth is in the hands of an American man, in love with the beautiful daughter of an old and titled (but no longer so very rich) family? Legal marital settlements, common in England, less so in America, can be a problem. Think of them as the Victorian equivalent of modern pre-nuptial contracts, introducing a note, not of suspicion perhaps, but of cautious prudence in what otherwise might be seen as a match of pure love. For all their similarities, Britain and the United States remain divided by three thousand miles of open water. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lady-barbarina-by-henry-james/ |
rich beautiful american girls heading england find noble titles marriage using new world wealth prop waning strength aristocracy almost staple late victorian literature the buccaneers edith wharton called them day yet think downton abbey s earl grantham american heiress countess lady barbarina however henry james explores obverse old tale wealth hands american man love beautiful daughter old titled but longer rich family legal marital settlements common england less america problem think victorian equivalent modern pre nuptial contracts introducing note suspicion perhaps cautious prudence otherwise might seen match pure love similarities britain united states remain divided three thousand miles open water summary nicholas clifford p |
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7561 |
8172 |
Among the Meadow People |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Animals & Nature |
Lovely book of nature written for children by teacher and naturalist Clara Dillingham Pierson. This book in the "Among the People" series explores the animal inhabitants of the meadow and garden. The charming prose shrinks us down and puts us in the fascinating world of the tiny insects, amphibians, and birds who call the field their home. From the author's Introduction: "In selecting the tiny creatures of field and garden for the characters in this book, I have remembered with pleasure the way in which my six loyal pupils befriended stray crickets and grasshoppers, their intense appreciation of the new realm of fancy and observation, and the eagerness and attention with which they sought Mother Nature, the most wonderful and tireless of all story-tellers." - Summary by Clara Dillingham Pierson & Jill Engle<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-meadow-people-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
lovely book nature written children teacher naturalist clara dillingham pierson book among people series explores animal inhabitants meadow garden charming prose shrinks us puts us fascinating world tiny insects amphibians birds call field home author s introduction in selecting tiny creatures field garden characters book remembered pleasure way six loyal pupils befriended stray crickets grasshoppers intense appreciation new realm fancy observation eagerness attention sought mother nature wonderful tireless story tellers summary clara dillingham pierson jill engle p |
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7563 |
8174 |
Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Satire, Fantasy Fiction |
Der hässliche und dumme Wechselbalg Klein Zaches wird aus Mitleid von der Fee Rosabelverde mit einem Zauber belegt, so dass alle ihn für außergewöhnlich schön und begabt halten und die guten Leistungen anderer stets ihm zugeschrieben werden, die anderen jedoch für seine Frechheiten bestraft werden. Als er in die Universitätsstadt Kerepes kommt, nennt er sich stolz "Zinnober". Obwohl der dort regierende Fürst Paphnutius erst kürzlich per Dekret die Aufklärung eingeführt hat, erliegen alle dem Zauber und der Herr Zinnober macht eine schnelle Karriere bis hin zum Minister am fürstlichen Hofe. Einer der wenigen, die die Blendung durchschauen, ist der romantische Schwärmer und Dichter Balthasar, der sich gerade Hoffnungen macht, das Herz der schönen Candida zu gewinnen, nun aber zusehen muss, wie auch diese völlig dem falschen Zauber des Zinnober verfällt und diesen sogar küsst. Verzweifelt sucht Balthasar Hilfe bei dem versteckt lebenden Magier Prosper Alpanus. Doch es ist eine schwierige Aufgabe, den Feenzauber zu brechen...\n<br></br>\nDas humoristische Kunstmärchen "Klein Zaches, genannt Zinnober" ist nach Hoffmanns eigenem Bekunden "die lose, lockere Ausführung einer scherzhaften Idee". Es lag dem Autor fern, sich über missgebildete Menschen lustig zu machen (der einzige, der dies in der Geschichte tut, der Student Fabian, wird vom Magier Prosper Alpanus abgestraft). Die Bezeichnung des Zaches als "Missgeburt" soll vielmehr von vorn herein die charakterliche und fachliche Inkompetenz des späteren Ministers deutlich machen. "Klein Zaches" ist eine humorvolle, ironische und skurrile Geschichte und eine teilweise groteske Satire auf blinden Wissenschaftsglauben, höfisches Leben, Politiker und das Obrigkeitsdenken. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/klein-zaches-genannt-zinnober-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
der hässliche und dumme wechselbalg klein zaches wird aus mitleid von der fee rosabelverde mit einem zauber belegt dass alle ihn für außergewöhnlich schön und begabt halten und die guten leistungen anderer stets ihm zugeschrieben werden die anderen jedoch für seine frechheiten bestraft werden als er die universitätsstadt kerepes kommt nennt er sich stolz zinnober obwohl der dort regierende fürst paphnutius erst kürzlich per dekret die aufklärung eingeführt hat erliegen alle dem zauber und der herr zinnober macht eine schnelle karriere bis hin zum minister fürstlichen hofe einer der wenigen die die blendung durchschauen ist der romantische schwärmer und dichter balthasar der sich gerade hoffnungen macht das herz der schönen candida zu gewinnen nun aber zusehen muss wie auch diese völlig dem falschen zauber des zinnober verfällt und diesen sogar küsst verzweifelt sucht balthasar hilfe bei dem versteckt lebenden magier prosper alpanus doch es ist eine schwierige aufgabe den feenzauber zu brechen br br das humoristische kunstmärchen klein zaches genannt zinnober ist nach hoffmanns eigenem bekunden die lose lockere ausführung einer scherzhaften idee es lag dem autor fern sich über missgebildete menschen lustig zu machen der einzige der dies der geschichte tut der student fabian wird vom magier prosper alpanus abgestraft die bezeichnung des zaches als missgeburt soll vielmehr von vorn herein die charakterliche und fachliche inkompetenz des späteren ministers deutlich machen klein zaches ist eine humorvolle ironische und skurrile geschichte und eine teilweise groteske satire auf blinden wissenschaftsglauben höfisches leben politiker und das obrigkeitsdenken zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 7628 |
7564 |
8175 |
100%: The Story of a Patriot |
Upton Sinclair |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
<p>"100%:The Story of a Patriot" dramatically recounts the adventures of a poor uneducated young man who lives by his wits and guile, as he becomes politicized during his involvement in the sometimes violent struggle between American “patriots” and “Reds”. The author wrote in the Appendix, which is not included in this recording: "Everything that has social significance is truth.... Practically all the characters in "100%" are real persons." This exciting, polemical novel was published in 1920. Sinclair (1878-1968) wrote nearly 100 novels, many based on industrial abuse. One of his best known, "The Jungle", was influential in initiating the regulation of food safety in the United States. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1943. (Lee Smalley) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/100-the-story-of-a-patriot-by-upton-sinclair/ |
p 100 the story patriot dramatically recounts adventures poor uneducated young man lives wits guile becomes politicized involvement sometimes violent struggle american patriots reds author wrote appendix included recording everything social significance truth practically characters 100 real persons exciting polemical novel published 1920 sinclair 1878 1968 wrote nearly 100 novels many based industrial abuse one best known the jungle influential initiating regulation food safety united states pulitzer prize fiction 1943 lee smalley p |
| 7629 |
7565 |
8176 |
Hill of Dreams |
Arthur Machen |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The novel recounts the life of a young man, Lucian Taylor, focusing on his dreamy childhood in rural Wales, in a town based on Caerleon. The Hill of Dreams of the title is an old Roman fort where Lucian has strange sensual visions, including ones of the town in the time of Roman Britain. Later it describes Lucian's attempts to make a living as an author in London, enduring poverty and suffering in the pursuit of art. Generally thought to be Machen's greatest work, it was little noticed on its publication in 1907 save in a glowing review by Alfred Douglas. It was actually written between 1895 and 1897 and has elements of the style of the decadent and aesthetic movement of the period, seen through Machen's own mystical preoccupations. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-hill-of-dreams-by-arthur-machen/ |
novel recounts life young man lucian taylor focusing dreamy childhood rural wales town based caerleon hill dreams title old roman fort lucian strange sensual visions including ones town time roman britain later describes lucian s attempts make living author london enduring poverty suffering pursuit art generally thought machen s greatest work little noticed publication 1907 save glowing review alfred douglas actually written 1895 1897 elements style decadent aesthetic movement period seen machen s mystical preoccupations summary wikipedia p |
| 7630 |
7566 |
8177 |
Songs of a Sourdough |
Robert W. Service |
Poetry |
Reputedly the best-selling poetry collection of the 20th century, 'Songs of a Sourdough' is best known for Robert W. Service's classic Yukon ballads, 'The Shooting of Dan McGrew' and 'The Cremation of Sam McGhee'. Service was born in Preston, Lancashire, and grew up in Scotland. In his twenties, he made his way to Canada and settled in the Yukon where he worked as a bank clerk but evidently dreamed of more adventurous pursuits. Service's readings of his poems show that he could adopt either a Scottish or North American accent. Here they are read in an accent that is not too far removed from the place of his birth. - Summary by Phil Benson<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-a-sourdough-by-robert-w-service/ |
reputedly best selling poetry collection 20th century songs sourdough best known robert w service s classic yukon ballads the shooting dan mcgrew the cremation sam mcghee service born preston lancashire grew scotland twenties made way canada settled yukon worked bank clerk evidently dreamed adventurous pursuits service s readings poems show could adopt either scottish north american accent read accent far removed place birth summary phil benson p |
| 7631 |
7567 |
8178 |
Devil's Bridge |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction, Poetry |
Taken from Poems of Places: An Anthology in 31 Volumes, Switzerland and Austria: Vol. XVI, edited by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.\n \n - Summary by David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-devils-bridge-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
taken poems places anthology 31 volumes switzerland austria vol xvi edited henry wadsworth longfellow summary david lawrence p |
| 7632 |
7568 |
8179 |
Astounding Stories 05, May 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
The fifth issue of Astounding Stories continues the Ray Cummings serial "Brigands of the Moon", begins a 4 part novel by Murray Leinster, and presents a sequel by Sewell Peaslee Wright to his story in the March issue. Also included are stories by Lilith Lorraine and Victor Rousseau. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd<p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-05-may-1930-by-ray-cummings/ |
fifth issue astounding stories continues ray cummings serial brigands moon begins 4 part novel murray leinster presents sequel sewell peaslee wright story march issue also included stories lilith lorraine victor rousseau summary alan winterrowd p |
| 7633 |
7569 |
8180 |
Further Chronicles of Avonlea (version 2) (Dramatic Reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, Family |
After her famed book "Anne of Green Gables," Lucy Maud Montgomery continued her stories in "Chronicles of Avonlea" followed by "Further Chronicles of Avonlea." The book includes fifteen short and entertaining, funny, and romantic stories. She brings back old characters such as Anne, Rachel Lynde, and Matthew Cuthbert, although most of the stories are focused around new characters living in Avonlea. Summary by francesb. <br><br>\n<b>Prooflisteners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>.<br><br>\n<b>Story 1 - Aunt Cynthia's Persian Cat</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator/Sue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nAunt Cynthia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>\nMax: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nIsmay: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nOld Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 2 - The Materializing of Cecil</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator/Charlotte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nGeorgie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nWilhelmina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nJosephine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nSusette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMaggie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nCecil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9135">RedFox</a><br>\nNancy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8767">Eliza Anne Holdt</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 3 - Her Father's Daughter</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nIsabella Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9052">Piper Reid</a><br>\nRachel Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nDavid Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nAunt Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>\nCarrie Bell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nFrank: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9135">RedFox</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 4 - Jane's Baby</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMiss Rosetta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nMr. Patterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nCharlotte Wheeler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMrs. Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 5 - The Dream Child</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nDavid/Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>\nJosephine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nAbel Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nDoctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9135">RedFox</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 6 - The Brother who Failed</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nJames: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nAunt Isabel & Edith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nKathleen Bell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nMalcolm: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nRalph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nMargaret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 7 - The Return of Hester</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator/Margaret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nHester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nJames Trent & Hugh Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 8 - The Little Brown Book of Mrs. Emily</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator & Anne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nDiana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nMarilla: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 9 - Sara's Way</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator & Lige Baxter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nSara: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>\nMrs. Jonas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMrs. Eben: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br>\nMrs. George Pye: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nMrs. Rachel Lynde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>\nMrs. Harmon Andrews: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nMr. Harmon Andrews: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 10 - The Son of His Mother</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nThyra Carewe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMrs. Cynthia White: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nAugust: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nCarl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAbel Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nChester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9052">Piper Reid</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 11 - The Education of Betty</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Sweet Pea</a><br>\nStephen/ Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nYoung Betty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nSara: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>\nOlder Betty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 12 - In her Selfless Mood</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator & Charles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nNaomi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nCaroline: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nEunice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nChristopher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nSarah: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nDoctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9135">RedFox</a><br>\nElecta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 13 - The Conscience Case of David Bell</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Sweet Pea</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEben: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMollie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nMiriam: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>\nMary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nDavid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nMr. Bentley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nFlora Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 14 - Only a Common Fellow</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Sweet Pea</a><br>\nNarrator/Rachel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nPhillippa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nIsabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>\nOwen Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMark Foster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Story 15 - Tannis of the Flats</b><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nTannis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8767">Eliza Anne Holdt</a><br>\nJerome Carey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nMan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nMrs. Joe Esquint: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>\nElinor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nPaul: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9052">Piper Reid</a><br>\nDoctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/further-chronicles-of-avonlea-dramatic-reading-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
famed book anne green gables lucy maud montgomery continued stories chronicles avonlea followed further chronicles avonlea book includes fifteen short entertaining funny romantic stories brings back old characters anne rachel lynde matthew cuthbert although stories focused around new characters living avonlea summary francesb br br b prooflisteners b a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br br b story 1 aunt cynthia s persian cat b br editor a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br narrator sue a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br aunt cynthia a href https librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br max a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br ismay a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br old woman a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br b story 2 materializing cecil b br editor a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina 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8181 |
Elementary Theosophy |
L. W. Rogers |
Philosophy |
This book provides the basics of Theosophy and perhaps the beginning of a life long journey. Theosophy comes from the ancient wisdom that man and nature are as inseparable from the universe as the universe is inseparable from man and nature. It is a science and a philosophy, not a religion which depends on (dogma) faith. Knowledge gained through the study of Theosophy comes from the understanding of natural laws and harmony of the universe. Rogers shows us why we cannot separate ourselves from God (universe); the evolution of the soul; rebirth after physical death; why we don’t remember past lives and much more. If you’ve ever questioned why we are here or what happens when we die, the study of Theosophy may provide answers. (Summary by kirk202)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/elementary-theosophy-by-l-w-rogers/ |
book provides basics theosophy perhaps beginning life long journey theosophy comes ancient wisdom man nature inseparable universe universe inseparable man nature science philosophy religion depends dogma faith knowledge gained study theosophy comes understanding natural laws harmony universe rogers shows us cannot separate god universe evolution soul rebirth physical death don t remember past lives much more you ve ever questioned happens die study theosophy may provide answers summary kirk202 p |
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8182 |
I, Mary MacLane |
Mary MacLane |
*Non-fiction |
Described as "the first blogger", Mary MacLane lived a tortured life, ahead of her time. Her beloved father died when she was a young child, and at the age of 8, her stepfather moved the family from its home in Winnipeg, Canada to Montana in the United States, where young Mary had a hard time making friends. Her sensational autobiographical style of writing was considered scandalous, as she told of her bohemian lifestyle, feminist politics and open bisexuality. Although popular during her lifetime, among a sensation-seeking public, and being credited with influencing such writers as Scott Fitzgerald and Edith Wharton, her work lost its popularity after her death at the age of 48. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/i-mary-maclane-by-mary-maclane/ |
described the first blogger mary maclane lived tortured life ahead time beloved father died young child age 8 stepfather moved family home winnipeg canada montana united states young mary hard time making friends sensational autobiographical style writing considered scandalous told bohemian lifestyle feminist politics open bisexuality although popular lifetime among sensation seeking public credited influencing writers scott fitzgerald edith wharton work lost popularity death age 48 summary lynne thompson p |
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7572 |
8183 |
Old Maid (Teasdale) |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of The Old Maid by Sara Teasdale. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 8, 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-maid-by-sara-teasdale/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings old maid sara teasdale weekly poetry project september 8 2013 p |
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8184 |
Martyrdom of Man |
(William) Winwood Reade |
War & Military |
William Winwood Reade (1838 - 1875) was a British historian, explorer, and philosopher.</p>\n\nHis most famous work, the Martyrdom of Man (1872)—whose summary running head reads "From Nebula to Nation"—is a secular, "universal" history of the Western world. Structurally, it is divided into four "chapters" of approximately 150 pages each: the first chapter, "War", discusses the imprisonment of men's bodies, the second, "Religion", that of their minds, the third, "Liberty", is the closest thing to a conventional European political and intellectual history, and the fourth, "Intellect", which discusses the cosmogony characteristic of a "universal history"</p>\n\nCecil Rhodes, an English-born South African politician and businessman, said that the book "made me what I am". Other admirers of The Martyrdom of Man included H. G. Wells, Winston Churchill, Harry Johnston, George Orwell, Susan Isaacs, A. A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin, and Michael Foot. A laudatory reference is made to the book by Sherlock Holmes in the Sign of the Four.\n - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-martyrdom-of-man-by-william-winwood-reade/ |
william winwood reade 1838 1875 british historian explorer philosopher p famous work martyrdom man 1872 whose summary running head reads from nebula nation is secular universal history western world structurally divided four chapters approximately 150 pages each first chapter war discusses imprisonment men s bodies second religion minds third liberty closest thing conventional european political intellectual history fourth intellect discusses cosmogony characteristic universal history p cecil rhodes english born south african politician businessman said book made am admirers martyrdom man included h g wells winston churchill harry johnston george orwell susan isaacs a a milne son christopher robin michael foot laudatory reference made book sherlock holmes sign four summary wikipedia p |
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8185 |
Red Window |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Two former school friends, now both military men, meet again and discover both are trying to lose themselves to public gaze. Dick West has inherited the family estate, but is out of favor. "The Red Window" was used during periods of civil unrest to warn cavaliers of danger. Now, West awaits a message in the red window from his cousin, to say his grandfather has relented and forgiven him - but a handkerchief around the old man's neck complicates matters. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-window-by-fergus-hume/ |
two former school friends military men meet discover trying lose public gaze dick west inherited family estate favor the red window used periods civil unrest warn cavaliers danger now west awaits message red window cousin say grandfather relented forgiven handkerchief around old man s neck complicates matters summary lynne thompson p |
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8186 |
Historic Girlhoods Volume 1 |
Rupert S. Holland |
General |
Biographical sketches of ten girls who became famous before becoming women - some not even making it to womanhood. From Joan of Arc to Catherine d'Medici; from Catherine the Great to Pocohontas. These inspirational stories will be of interest to young people and show what determination and luck can achieve. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/historic-girlhoods-volume-1-by-rupert-s-holland/ |
biographical sketches ten girls became famous becoming women even making womanhood joan arc catherine d medici catherine great pocohontas inspirational stories interest young people show determination luck achieve summary lynne thompson p |
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8187 |
Theaetetus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Theaetetus (Ancient Greek: Θεαίτητος) discusses concepts including perception, true judgment and knowledge. Socrates compares the human mind to a piece of wax and is critical of lawyers who seek only to persuade. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) <p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/theaetetus-by-plato/ |
theaetetus ancient greek θεαίτητος discusses concepts including perception true judgment knowledge socrates compares human mind piece wax critical lawyers seek persuade summary geoffrey edwards p |
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7577 |
8188 |
Girl From the Marsh Croft |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Published 1900 onward |
Readers of Miss Lagerlöf will observe that in this, her latest book, "The Girl from the Marsh Croft," the Swedish author has abandoned her former world of Romanticism and has entered the field of Naturalism and Realism. \n\nThis writer's romantic style is most marked, perhaps, in her first successful work, "Gösta Berling." \nHow "The Story of Gösta Berling" grew, and the years required to perfect it, is told in the author's unique literary autobiography, "The Story of a Story," which is embodied in the present volume. \n\nIn "The Girl from the Marsh Croft" Miss Lagerlöf has courageously chosen a girl who had gone astray as the heroine of her love story, making her innate honesty and goodness the redemptive qualities which win for her the love of an honest man and the respect and esteem of all. (This novella is one of nine short stories included in this collection.) \n\nTo the kindness of the publishers of Good Housekeeping, I am indebted for permission to include "The Legend of the Christmas Rose" in this volume. \n\nThis book is translated and published with the sanction of the author, Selma Lagerlöf. - (Prefatory note from the etext)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-from-the-marsh-croft-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
readers miss lagerlöf observe this latest book the girl marsh croft swedish author abandoned former world romanticism entered field naturalism realism writer s romantic style marked perhaps first successful work gösta berling the story gösta berling grew years required perfect it told author s unique literary autobiography the story story embodied present volume the girl marsh croft miss lagerlöf courageously chosen girl gone astray heroine love story making innate honesty goodness redemptive qualities win love honest man respect esteem all this novella one nine short stories included collection kindness publishers good housekeeping indebted permission include the legend christmas rose volume book translated published sanction author selma lagerlöf prefatory note etext p |
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8189 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2013 |
Various |
House & Home, Music, Christianity - Other |
<br />This year's LibriVox selection of traditional Christmas carols, hymns and songs in English, French, German, Greek, Italian and Ukrainian. We wish you all a happy and peaceful Christmas.<br /><br />\n<strong>English:</strong><br />\n<em>All Children are on Christmas Eve</em> - Words & Music: Rev. Charles L. Hutchins (1838-1920). <br />\n<em>Angels from the Realms of Glory</em> - Words: James Montgomery (1771-1854); Music: Henry T. Smart (1813-1879).<br />\n<em>Angels We Have Heard on High</em> - Words: French Carol, trans. James Chadwick (1813-1882). Music: 'Gloria' French carol melody.<br />\n<em>The Babe of Bethlehem</em> - Old Kentish carol, arr. Henry R. Bramley (1833-1917) & John Stainer (1840-1901).<br />\n<em>The First Nowell</em> - traditional English carol, first published in its current form in <em>Carols Ancient and Modern</em> (1823) edited by William Sandys.<br />\n<em>Good King Wenceslas</em> - Words: John Mason Neale (1818-1866). Music: from <em>Piae Cantiones</em> (1582) arr. Henry R. Bramley (1833-1917) & John Stainer (1840-1901).<br />\n<em>Hark! The Herald Angels Sing</em> - Words: Charles Wesley (1707-1788) Music: Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847), arr. William H. Cummings (1831-1915).<br />\n<em>The Holly and the Ivy</em> - Words: Traditional. Music: Traditional, arr. Henry R. Bramley (1833-1917) & John Stainer (1840-1901).<br />\n<em>I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day</em> - Words: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) Music: John B. Calkin (1827-1905).<br />\n<em>In Little Bethlehem</em> - Words: Katherine Parker; Music: George W. Wilmot. In <em>Beginner and Primary Songs for use in Sunday School and the Home.</em><br />\n<em>In the Bleak Midwinter</em> - Words: Christina Rossetti (1830 - 1894); Music: Gustav Holst (1874 - 1934). <br />\n<em>Joy to the World</em> - Words: Words: Isaac Watts (1674 - 1748); Music: 'Antioch' pieced together from 'Messiah' by George F. Handel (1685 - 1759) arr. Lowell Mason (1792-1872).<br />\n<em>Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming</em> - Words: Words: v. 1-2, 15th Century German, trans. Theodore Baker ( 1851–1934); v. 3,4 Fridrich Layriz (1808-1859), trans. Harriet Reynolds Krauth (1845-1925); v. 5, 15th Century German, trans. John C. Mattes(1876-1948). Music: 'Es Ist Ein Ros Entsprungen (Rhythmic)' German from Köln, 1599, arr. Michael Praetorius (1571-1621).<br />\n<em>Masters in this Hall, or, Nowell, Sing We Clear</em> - Words: William Morris (1834-1896); Music: French Traditional. <br />\n<em>O Come, O Come, Emmanuel</em> - Words: translated from the Latin by John Mason Neale (1818-1866). Music: 'Veni Emmanuel', 15th Century. <br />\n<em>Rise Up, Shepherd an' Foller</em> - Words & Music: American Traditional arr. Franklin Robinson.<br />\n<em>Sweet Was the Song the Virgin Sung</em> - From William Ballet's Lute Book c.1600. Music: arr. Dr. Charles Wood (1866–1926). <br />\n<em>Wassail! Wassail All Over the Town! (Gloucestershire Wassail)</em> - Words & Music: English Traditional.<br />\n<em>We Three Kings of Orient Are</em> - Words & Music: Rev. John Henry Hopkins, Jr. D.D. (1821-1891). <br />\n<em>What Child is This?</em> - Words: William Chatterton Dix (1837-1898). Music: English Traditional.<br /><br />\n\n<strong>français (French):</strong>.<br />\n<em>Dans cette étable</em> - Words: French Traditional; Music: Charles Gounod (1818-1893).<br /><br />\n\n<strong>Deutsch (German):</strong>.<br />\n<em>Es kommt ein Schiff geladen</em> - Words: Daniel Sudermann (1550 - 1631?); Music: first published in Andernacher Gesangbuch 1608.<br /><br />\n\n<strong>ελληνικά (Greek):</strong>.<br />\n<em>I Parthenos Simeron</em> (Η Παρθένος Σήμερον) or <em>Today the Virgin</em> - Words and music: St. Romanos the Melodist (5th Century).<br /><br />\n\n<strong>italiano (Italian):</strong>.<br />\n<em>Canzone di Natale</em> - Music: Arranged by Alberto Bimboni.<br /><br />\n\n<strong>українська мова (Ukrainian):</strong>.<br />\nКоляда (Kolyada) - Words and music: Traditional Ukrainian..<br />\nПро різдво Христове... (Prorizdvo Khrystove) - Words and music: Traditional Ukrainian.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2013/ |
br this year s librivox selection traditional christmas carols hymns songs english french german greek italian ukrainian wish happy peaceful christmas br br strong english strong br em all children christmas eve em words music rev charles l hutchins 1838 1920 br em angels realms glory em words james montgomery 1771 1854 music henry t smart 1813 1879 br em angels heard high em words french carol trans james chadwick 1813 1882 music gloria french carol melody br em the babe bethlehem em old kentish carol arr henry r bramley 1833 1917 john stainer 1840 1901 br em the first nowell em traditional english carol first published current form em carols ancient modern em 1823 edited william sandys br em good king wenceslas em words john mason neale 1818 1866 music em piae cantiones em 1582 arr henry r bramley 1833 1917 john stainer 1840 1901 br em hark herald angels sing em words charles wesley 1707 1788 music felix mendelssohn 1809 1847 arr william h cummings 1831 1915 br em the holly ivy em words traditional music traditional arr henry r bramley 1833 1917 john stainer 1840 1901 br em i heard bells christmas day em words henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 music john b calkin 1827 1905 br em in little bethlehem em words katherine parker music george w wilmot em beginner primary songs use sunday school home em br em in bleak midwinter em words christina rossetti 1830 1894 music gustav holst 1874 1934 br em joy world em words words isaac watts 1674 1748 music antioch pieced together messiah george f handel 1685 1759 arr lowell mason 1792 1872 br em lo rose e er blooming em words words v 1 2 15th century german trans theodore baker 1851 1934 v 3 4 fridrich layriz 1808 1859 trans harriet reynolds krauth 1845 1925 v 5 15th century german trans john c mattes 1876 1948 music es ist ein ros entsprungen rhythmic german köln 1599 arr michael praetorius 1571 1621 br em masters hall or nowell sing clear em words william morris 1834 1896 music french traditional br em o come come emmanuel em words translated latin john mason neale 1818 1866 music veni emmanuel 15th century br em rise up shepherd an foller em words music american traditional arr franklin robinson br em sweet song virgin sung em william ballet s lute book c 1600 music arr dr charles wood 1866 1926 br em wassail wassail town gloucestershire wassail em words music english traditional br em we three kings orient are em words music rev john henry hopkins jr d d 1821 1891 br em what child this em words william chatterton dix 1837 1898 music english traditional br br strong français french strong br em dans cette étable em words french traditional music charles gounod 1818 1893 br br strong deutsch german strong br em es kommt ein schiff geladen em words daniel sudermann 1550 1631 music first published andernacher gesangbuch 1608 br br strong ελληνικά greek strong br em i parthenos simeron em η παρθένος σήμερον em today virgin em words music st romanos melodist 5th century br br strong italiano italian strong br em canzone di natale em music arranged alberto bimboni br br strong українська мова ukrainian strong br коляда kolyada words music traditional ukrainian br про різдво христове prorizdvo khrystove words music traditional ukrainian br br |
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7580 |
8191 |
Devil's Garden |
William Babington Maxwell |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Risque for its time, but tame by today's standards, The Devil's Garden is a story of passion and mystery. William Dale, the main character of the story is Postmaster of Rodhaven. He is introduced as an honest peasant of uncompromising temper, whose rough nature is ever softened by his pretty wife Mavis. Mavis is an orphan raised by her Aunt Petherick. Known as Will, and referred to as Dale throughout the story, he gets into trouble at the post office but thanks to the intervention of the local magnet of Rodhaven, he is cleared and reinstated. At the height of his joy, his wife meets him in London. Together they dine at a good restaurant and attend a music hall performance. Dale's evening in London is transformed into a catastrophe when he learns a past secret about Mavis that threatens his marriage. Confronted with this secret, Will and Mavis struggle to make their marriage work and become successful. Ironically, Dale is eventually confronted by the same scenario.<br /><br />The novel was a top ten Publisher's Weekly Best Seller in 1914. The book was banned in London. At times, the book seems slow and the listener may wonder what point the author is trying to make. Then suddenly, Maxwell sends you into a frenzy with something unexpected. (Tom Weiss) <p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-devils-garden-by-william-babington-maxwell/ |
risque time tame today s standards devil s garden story passion mystery william dale main character story postmaster rodhaven introduced honest peasant uncompromising temper whose rough nature ever softened pretty wife mavis mavis orphan raised aunt petherick known will referred dale throughout story gets trouble post office thanks intervention local magnet rodhaven cleared reinstated height joy wife meets london together dine good restaurant attend music hall performance dale s evening london transformed catastrophe learns past secret mavis threatens marriage confronted secret mavis struggle make marriage work become successful ironically dale eventually confronted scenario br br the novel top ten publisher s weekly best seller 1914 book banned london times book seems slow listener may wonder point author trying make suddenly maxwell sends frenzy something unexpected tom weiss p |
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7581 |
8192 |
Ferien vom Ich |
Paul Keller |
Humorous Fiction |
Rezept für eine leicht bekömmliche (Urlaubs-) Lektüre: Man nehme einen Arzt mit originellem Kur-Konzept, einen hiervon begeisterten amerikanischen Millionär und eine ganze Reihe Kurgäste, die ihr Leben an der Rezeption abzulegen bereit sind um "Ferien vom Ich" zu machen. Diese Mischung wird garniert mit einem Schuss Familientragödie, diversen Verwechslungen, Romanzen und unvorhergesehenen Zwischenfällen- und schliesslich mit einer ordentlichen Portion Humor serviert. (Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett)<p> |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ferien-vom-ich-by-paul-keller/ |
rezept für eine leicht bekömmliche urlaubs lektüre man nehme einen arzt mit originellem kur konzept einen hiervon begeisterten amerikanischen millionär und eine ganze reihe kurgäste die ihr leben der rezeption abzulegen bereit sind um ferien vom ich zu machen diese mischung wird garniert mit einem schuss familientragödie diversen verwechslungen romanzen und unvorhergesehenen zwischenfällen und schliesslich mit einer ordentlichen portion humor serviert rebecca braunert plunkett p |
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7582 |
8193 |
Revolution, and other Essays |
Jack London |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
A collection of 13 essays written between 1900 and 1908, published in 1910. The lead essay, "Revolution", outlines how and why London renounced capitalism as a failed social system and declared himself an active participant in the "socialist revolution", the last essay is an autobiographical piece, and the essays in between are on diverse subjects. A few of the “essays” are actually humorous short fiction stories; others are serious, sometimes angry rants against capitalistic greed and political corruption. All of the pieces are thought-provoking and excellently written, though only loosely intellectual, highly opinionated, and rife with contradiction, as was London himself. -- Summary by Michele Fry<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/revolution-and-other-essays-by-jack-london/ |
collection 13 essays written 1900 1908 published 1910 lead essay revolution outlines london renounced capitalism failed social system declared active participant socialist revolution last essay autobiographical piece essays diverse subjects essays actually humorous short fiction stories others serious sometimes angry rants capitalistic greed political corruption pieces thought provoking excellently written though loosely intellectual highly opinionated rife contradiction london himself summary michele fry p |
| 7646 |
7583 |
8194 |
Birds and Bees, Sharp Eyes, and Other Papers |
John Burroughs |
*Non-fiction, Science |
Probably no other American writer has a greater sympathy with, and a keener enjoyment of, country life in all its phases—farming, camping, fishing, walking—than has John Burroughs. His books are redolent of the soil, and have such "freshness and primal sweetness," that we need not be told that the pleasure he gets from his walks and excursions is by no means over when he steps inside his doors again. As he tells us on more than one occasion, he finds he can get much more out of his outdoor experiences by thinking them over, and writing them out afterwards. These essays are delightful stories about birds, bees, foxes, hounds, fruit (the apple), trees, squirrles and nature in general written by a man who loves watching them and writing about them. - Summary by The introduction and Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-bees-sharp-eyes-and-other-papers-by-john-burroughs/ |
probably american writer greater sympathy with keener enjoyment of country life phases farming camping fishing walking than john burroughs books redolent soil freshness primal sweetness need told pleasure gets walks excursions means steps inside doors again tells us one occasion finds get much outdoor experiences thinking over writing afterwards essays delightful stories birds bees foxes hounds fruit the apple trees squirrles nature general written man loves watching writing them summary introduction phil chenevert p |
| 7647 |
7584 |
8195 |
Short History of the Christian Church |
John Fletcher Hurst |
Christianity - Other |
"The present work has as its basis the series of five Short Histories by the same author, which appeared in the following order: The Reformation, 1884; The Early Church, 1886; The Medieval Church, 1887; The Modern Church in Europe, 1888; and The Church in the United States, 1890. The five volumes form a connected History of the Church nearly down to the present time." (from the preface) <br/>John Fletcher Hurst was an American bishop in the Methodist Episcopal Church. He wrote the 5 histories as Chautauqua textbooks. The audio files are in the following order:<br />Part 1: The Early Church (A.D. 30-750)<br />Part 2: The Medieval Church (A.D. 750-1517)<br />Part 3: The Reformation (A.D. 1517-1545)<br />Part 4: The Modern Church in Europe (A.D. 1558-1892)<br />Part 5: The Church in the United States (A.D. 1492-1892)<br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/short-history-of-the-christian-church-by-john-fletcher-hurst/ |
the present work basis series five short histories author appeared following order reformation 1884 early church 1886 medieval church 1887 modern church europe 1888 church united states 1890 five volumes form connected history church nearly present time from preface br john fletcher hurst american bishop methodist episcopal church wrote 5 histories chautauqua textbooks audio files following order br part 1 early church a d 30 750 br part 2 medieval church a d 750 1517 br part 3 reformation a d 1517 1545 br part 4 modern church europe a d 1558 1892 br part 5 church united states a d 1492 1892 br |
| 7648 |
7592 |
8203 |
Phantom Town Mystery |
Grace May North |
Action & Adventure |
Two girls from the East, out on a horseback ride in the mountains of Arizona, find a house in the mountains. The house's history reveals that an eccentric miner once lived there. As they turn to leave, a gunshot goes off. Dora vows to solve what she and Mary call the Evil Eye Turquoise mystery. That evening two male friends and the two girls visit an old storekeeper who knows a lot about Lucky Loon, the man who once lived in that strange mountain house. The storekeeper tells them how the house owner, Sven, lost his sister during a stagecoach holdup. Ever since the loss, he had prospected successfully after gold and turquoise, always searching for his missing sister. Sven set up a large turquoise stone to guard his house of riches. Supposedly anyone who tried to enter Sven's house would be detected by the Evil Eye Turquoise and severely punished. As Sven neared death, he decided to await that moment by sealing himself in a vault in the house. But before that, he wrote a letter to his sister in case she ever showed up. The next morning after the storekeeper's tale, the four go out for further investigation. They progress up the mountain road in an old car until they get to where the stagecoach was robbed. They go over a cliff to a ledge. What they find is or you to learn, and what unravels in this tale remains for you to discover. - Summary by Bill Boerst<br /><br />Note: Carol Norton was the pen name of Grace May North.<p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-town-mystery-by-grace-may-north/ |
two girls east horseback ride mountains arizona find house mountains house s history reveals eccentric miner lived there turn leave gunshot goes off dora vows solve mary call evil eye turquoise mystery evening two male friends two girls visit old storekeeper knows lot lucky loon man lived strange mountain house storekeeper tells house owner sven lost sister stagecoach holdup ever since loss prospected successfully gold turquoise always searching missing sister sven set large turquoise stone guard house riches supposedly anyone tried enter sven s house would detected evil eye turquoise severely punished sven neared death decided await moment sealing vault house that wrote letter sister case ever showed up next morning storekeeper s tale four go investigation progress mountain road old car get stagecoach robbed go cliff ledge find learn unravels tale remains discover summary bill boerst br br note carol norton pen name grace may north p |
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7585 |
8196 |
Adventures of the Teenie Weenies |
William Donahey |
General |
The Teenie Weenies are people two inches tall who live under a rose bush with "real world" size materials made from discarded objects like hats, jars, barrels, kegs, and boxes - all of which were gigantic to them. Each Teenie Weenie has a unique personality that both names them and defines how they interact with the world and each other. The General is in charge and runs the tiny village, the Cook of course is in charge of food, the Fireman, the Policeman, The Turk, the Indian, The Cowboy, the Chinese Man, Grandma, Grandpa, The Lady of Fashion and many many more have many adventures. These stories are not long and if popular I might post more Teenie Weenie books. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-the-teenie-weenies-by-william-donahey/ |
teenie weenies people two inches tall live rose bush real world size materials made discarded objects like hats jars barrels kegs boxes gigantic them teenie weenie unique personality names defines interact world other general charge runs tiny village cook course charge food fireman policeman turk indian cowboy chinese man grandma grandpa lady fashion many many many adventures stories long popular might post teenie weenie books summary phil chenevert p |
| 7650 |
7586 |
8197 |
Symposium (version 2) (dramatic reading) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Dramatic Readings, Philosophy |
In one of Plato's more accessible works, Apollodorus tells a friend about a drinking party (or symposium) attended by many of intellectuals of late 5th century Athens. The men are one their second night of celebration for Agathon's victory at the city Dionysia, and decide that instead of drinking, they should give speeches in praise of love. - Summary by Libby Gohn<BR><BR>Recorded as a dramatic work, cast list:<BR>\nApollodorus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Glaucon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Companion to Apollodorus, and Pausanias: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Aristodemus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Socrates: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Agathon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>Servant: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/3012">staticstasy</a><br>Aristophanes: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Eryximachus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Phaedrus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Diotima: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Alcibiades: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><BR>\nEdited by <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><BR><BR> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-symposium-by-plato-2/ |
one plato s accessible works apollodorus tells friend drinking party or symposium attended many intellectuals late 5th century athens men one second night celebration agathon s victory city dionysia decide instead drinking give speeches praise love summary libby gohn br br recorded dramatic work cast list br apollodorus a href http librivox org reader 8677 khand a br glaucon a href http librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br companion apollodorus pausanias a href http librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br aristodemus a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br socrates a href http librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br agathon a href http librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br servant a href http librivox org reader 3012 staticstasy a br aristophanes a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br eryximachus a href http librivox org reader 7848 bala a br phaedrus a href http librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br diotima a href http librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br alcibiades a href http librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br edited a href http librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br br |
| 7651 |
7587 |
8198 |
Recollections of a Busy Life |
William Forwood |
Memoirs |
Liverpool in the second half of the 19th century was burgeoning with rich merchants and swollen with poor immigrants. It was known variously as the "New York of Europe" and the "Black Spot on the Mersey." Waist-deep in this mosaic we find William Bower Forwood making a busy life for himself, making his fortune in cotton trading (including running the American blockade of the Southern States) and then delving into public affairs. We see the civic leader, dedicated to the betterment of "the good old town and the trade thereof," and we see the statesman and tourist, dining with kings and wrestling with presidents. We see the effect that social environment has on a man's view of the world, with Sir William's casual categorization of the various races' assumed work habits, from the Caribbean 'Negro' to the Indian 'Coolie,' his breezy dismissal of the Jamaican rebellion, his confidence in the steady hand of the Mexican dictator and his pride in the English superiority of business sense and management. But we also see the profound effect that a man can have on the society around him, working tirelessly to build libraries, parks and gardens, public transport, housing for the poor and a great cathedral for Liverpool. Forwood records these memoirs for his family members, and anyone they care to share them with, "to inspire them to make some effort on behalf of our great and glorious city—to elevate its social and intellectual life, to adorn and beautify its public streets and places, to brighten the lives and homes of the people, to carry forward and onward the great temple we are building to the glory of God," at a time when such things mattered to people. (Summary by DPranitis) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-a-busy-life-by-william-forwood/ |
liverpool second half 19th century burgeoning rich merchants swollen poor immigrants known variously new york europe black spot mersey waist deep mosaic find william bower forwood making busy life himself making fortune cotton trading including running american blockade southern states delving public affairs see civic leader dedicated betterment the good old town trade thereof see statesman tourist dining kings wrestling presidents see effect social environment man s view world sir william s casual categorization various races assumed work habits caribbean negro indian coolie breezy dismissal jamaican rebellion confidence steady hand mexican dictator pride english superiority business sense management also see profound effect man society around him working tirelessly build libraries parks gardens public transport housing poor great cathedral liverpool forwood records memoirs family members anyone care share with to inspire make effort behalf great glorious city to elevate social intellectual life adorn beautify public streets places brighten lives homes people carry forward onward great temple building glory god time things mattered people summary dpranitis p |
| 7652 |
7588 |
8199 |
Daddy Takes Us Skating |
Howard R. Garis |
Family |
Hal and Mabel's Daddy knows everything - how a thermometer works, what makes a car go, why we get warm when we run. It's a cold and icy evening after school and Daddy has a secret but what is it? And what is in the mysterious packages he has for the children? The "Daddy" stories were originally published as part of the 'bedtime stories' of the Newark News. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/daddy-takes-us-skating-by-howard-r-garis/ |
hal mabel s daddy knows everything thermometer works makes car go get warm run cold icy evening school daddy secret it mysterious packages children daddy stories originally published part bedtime stories newark news summary lynne thompson p |
| 7653 |
7589 |
8200 |
Flowing Gold |
Rex Beach |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Romance |
Unfairly given a dishonorable discharge from the army, Calvin Gray goes to Dallas, where he manages to win the trust of a jeweler and is able to sell a number of diamonds to the newly oil rich Briskows. He makes friends with the family and helps them adjust to their newly found riches. The Briskows, in turn, help him prove false the charges that caused his dismissal from the army. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/flowing-gold-by-rex-beach/ |
unfairly given dishonorable discharge army calvin gray goes dallas manages win trust jeweler able sell number diamonds newly oil rich briskows makes friends family helps adjust newly found riches briskows turn help prove false charges caused dismissal army summary richard kilmer p |
| 7654 |
7590 |
8201 |
One-Act Play Collection 007 |
Various |
Plays |
Librivox’s One-Act Play Collection 007 includes one-act plays in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members.\n<BR>\nProject BC:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br><BR>\n\nCast listings:<BR>\n<B>Stepmother</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2607 ">Ruth Golding</a><br>\nCora Prout: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1259 ">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nAdrian Prout: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nThomas Gardner: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nChristine Feversham: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7679 "> Libby Gohn </a><br>\nBC, Editor, PL: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nBC: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>The Woman Tamer</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nKatie: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7679 "> Libby Gohn </a><br>\nChopsey Ryan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nSmithy the Liar: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nConstable Jones: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6097 "> Phil Benson </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>Dead Timber</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nA Selector: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nJoe: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6097 "> Phil Benson </a><br>\nAbe: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nWife: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nMary: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nBC, Editor, PL: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nBC: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>The Wedding</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nEvdokim Zaharovitch Zhigalov: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nNastasya Timofeyevna: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7138 "> Caprisha Page </a><br>\nDashenka: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nEpaminond Maximovitch Aplombov: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5261 "> Ali Kazerani </a><br>\nFyodor Yakovlevitch Revunov-Karaulov: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nAndrey Andreyevitch Nunin: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\nAnna Martinovna Zmeyukina: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7679 "> Libby Gohn </a><br>\nIvan Mihailovitch Yats: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9173 "> azureblue </a><br>\nHarlampi spiridonovitch Dimba: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6924 "> Rapunzelina </a><br>\nDmitri Stepanovitch Mozgovoy: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nA Waiter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\nGroomsman: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1259 "> Elizabeth Klett </a><br>\nGentleman 1: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nGentleman 2: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>The Anniversary</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nAndrey Andreyevitch Shipuchin: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nTatiana Alexeyevna: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1259 "> Elizabeth Klett </a><br>\nKusma Nicolaievitch Khirin: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug </a><br>\nNastasya Fyodorovna Merchutkina: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nA Director of the Bank: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2911 "> David Lawrence </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>Grotesques</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nCapulchard: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7079 "> Chuck Williamson </a><br>\nThe Woman Motive: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7679 "> Libby Gohn </a><br>\nThe Man Motive: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nThe Girl Motive: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nThe Sprite Motive: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nThe Crone Motive: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\nVoices: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nThe Owl: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7079 "> Chuck Williamson </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>A Tragedian In Spite of Himself</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nIvan Ivanovitch Tolkachov: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nAlexey Alexeyevich Murashkin: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2825 "> Ernst Pattynama </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>The Slave With Two Faces</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6167 "> Janet </a><br>\nLife, The Slave: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nFirst Girl: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\nSecond Girl: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nA Woman: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nA Man: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nA Young Man: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nA Workman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nOld Man: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3816 "> Bev J Stevens </a><br>\nA Voice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nAnother Voice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nThird Voice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>The Masque of the Two Strangers</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nJoy: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nLaughter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8009 "> Frances Brown </a><br>\nSong: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nDance: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6544 "> Amanda Friday </a><br>\nService: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nPoetry: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5927 "> Prachi Pendse </a><br>\nHope: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nPrincess Douce-Coeur: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1724 "> Anna Simon </a><br>\nSorrow: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nFame: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5261 "> Ali Kazerani </a><br>\nRiches: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5927 "> Prachi Pendse </a><br>\nPower: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3615 "> Lucy Perry </a><br>\nLove: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5261 "> Ali Kazerani </a><br>\nJester: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br>\nHerald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001"> Mary Kay</a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8009 "> Frances Brown </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>Fourteen</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nMrs Horace Pringle: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nElaine: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8009 "> Frances Brown </a><br>\nDunham: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8296 "> Bria Snow </a><br>\n<BR>\n<B>Moonshine</B><BR>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9716 "> clarsach </a><br>\nLuke Hazy: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9716 "> clarsach </a><br>\nA Revenue Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9745"> gregevans </a><br><BR> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-007-by-various/ |
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7591 |
8202 |
Extaze, een boek van geluk |
Louis Couperus |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Het verhaal van een onmogelijke liefde. Naar mijne meening is het werk 'Extaze' zeer superieur aan de vorige werken van den Heer Couperus, 'Eline Vere' en 'Noodlot'. Telkens wendt en wendt zich zijne konceptie en schriftuur en nooit kan men zeggen wat er den volgenden keer komen zal. Want wat ook na 'Noodlot', dat minder goed was dan 'Eline Vere', te verwachten ware, - zéker niet, dat de schrijver van de Observatie met éen ruk tot de Sensatie stijgen en van charmant zou worden subliem. - Lodewijk van Deyssel (1895)</p> |
Dutch |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/extaze-een-boek-van-geluk-by-louis-couperus/ |
het verhaal van een onmogelijke liefde naar mijne meening het werk extaze zeer superieur aan de vorige werken van den heer couperus eline vere en noodlot telkens wendt en wendt zich zijne konceptie en schriftuur en nooit kan men zeggen wat er den volgenden keer komen zal want wat ook na noodlot dat minder goed dan eline vere te verwachten ware zéker niet dat de schrijver van de observatie met éen ruk tot de sensatie stijgen en van charmant zou worden subliem lodewijk van deyssel 1895 p |
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7593 |
8204 |
Historic Boyhoods |
Rupert S. Holland |
General |
Most boys grow up to be honest, maybe even good, men, but do not stand out from the crowd. Occasionally, along comes a boy who is destined, either by character or circumstance, to make his mark on the world. In this work are included 21 biographical sketches of boys who became famous in the arts, affairs of state or exploration and discovery. Historical fact is blended with surmise and imagination to bring these boyhoods alive. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/historic-boyhoods-by-rupert-s-holland/ |
boys grow honest maybe even good men stand crowd occasionally along comes boy destined either character circumstance make mark world work included 21 biographical sketches boys became famous arts affairs state exploration discovery historical fact blended surmise imagination bring boyhoods alive summary lynne thompson p |
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7594 |
8205 |
Wounds In The Rain; War Stories |
Stephen Crane |
War & Military Fiction, Published 1800 -1900, Single Author Collections |
Eleven stories of war by the author of The Red Badge of Courage. Stephen Crane was an American author. He is recognized by modern critics as one of the most innovative writers of his generation. Crane's writing is characterized by vivid intensity, distinctive dialects, and irony. Common themes involve fear, spiritual crises and social isolation. His writing made a deep impression on 20th-century writers, most prominent among them Ernest Hemingway, and is thought to have inspired the Modernists and the Imagists. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/wounds-in-the-rain-war-stories-by-stephen-crane/ |
eleven stories war author red badge courage stephen crane american author recognized modern critics one innovative writers generation crane s writing characterized vivid intensity distinctive dialects irony common themes involve fear spiritual crises social isolation writing made deep impression 20th century writers prominent among ernest hemingway thought inspired modernists imagists summary wikipedia david wales p |
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7595 |
8206 |
Bunyan Characters Volume I |
Alexander Whyte |
Christian Fiction |
This is the first volume of four which goes into the details of Characters from John Bunyan's books. This one is about characters of Pilgrims Progress. - Summary by fiddlesticks<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/bunyan-characters-volume-i-by-alexander-whyte/ |
first volume four goes details characters john bunyan s books one characters pilgrims progress summary fiddlesticks p |
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7596 |
8207 |
草枕 (Kusamakura) |
Sōseki Natsume |
General Fiction |
漱石の熊本時代の体験を元にした小説。主人公の画家は峠を歩いて越えて、山中のひなびた温泉、那古井を訪ねる。そこには温泉宿がひとつあり、客は主人公だけであった。非人情の旅である。宿のお嬢さん、那美さんに色々と驚かされる。最後は那美さんらと共に、川舟に乗って、那美さんのいとこの久一さんの出征の見送りに、駅まで行く。そして、探し求めた画になる那美さんの表情を見つける。<br /><br />\nA painter walks to a hot spring in mountains. He meets an attractive lady there. - Summary by ekzemplaro<p> |
Japanese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kusamakura-by-soseki-natsume/ |
漱石の熊本時代の体験を元にした小説 主人公の画家は峠を歩いて越えて 山中のひなびた温泉 那古井を訪ねる そこには温泉宿がひとつあり 客は主人公だけであった 非人情の旅である 宿のお嬢さん 那美さんに色々と驚かされる 最後は那美さんらと共に 川舟に乗って 那美さんのいとこの久一さんの出征の見送りに 駅まで行く そして 探し求めた画になる那美さんの表情を見つける br br painter walks hot spring mountains meets attractive lady there summary ekzemplaro p |
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8208 |
Beach of Dreams |
H. De Vere Stacpoole |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Two sailors, Harbutt and Raft, discuss their plight as workers under the thumb of a wealthy owner. During a windstorm, Raft and his fellow hands must climb a mast of the three-master to control a rigging gone astray. Once they master that runaway rigging, they pause to watch another vessel in the distance. It's a ship many have seen before. We are introduced to the occupants of this new ship, the Gaston de Paris. The owner is Prince Selm, who loves the finest things in life, yet is drawn to the sea. His guests are an elderly eccentric woman, Madame de Warens, and her adopted daughter, Cleo de Bromsart, an unmarried 20-year-old who looks down on the lower classes. Madame de Warens is upset that Cleo has rejected Selm's proposal of marriage. Cleo, feeling an urge to go on deck, puts on storm gear and begins to climb the steps. Suddenly the engines thrust the ship forward fast, throwing Cleo back. She rushes up on deck to see the three-master hovering near, the name Albatross on its side. Her ship is listing to port. The last thing she remembers is Prince Selm's voice. Many questions remain: the fate of either ship, the safety of Madame Warens, and not the least the future of Cleo and Selm. (summary by Bill Boerst) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-beach-of-dreams-by-h-de-vere-stacpoole/ |
two sailors harbutt raft discuss plight workers thumb wealthy owner windstorm raft fellow hands must climb mast three master control rigging gone astray master runaway rigging pause watch another vessel distance ship many seen before introduced occupants new ship gaston de paris owner prince selm loves finest things life yet drawn sea guests elderly eccentric woman madame de warens adopted daughter cleo de bromsart unmarried 20 year old looks lower classes madame de warens upset cleo rejected selm s proposal marriage cleo feeling urge go deck puts storm gear begins climb steps suddenly engines thrust ship forward fast throwing cleo back rushes deck see three master hovering near name albatross side ship listing port last thing remembers prince selm s voice many questions remain fate either ship safety madame warens least future cleo selm summary bill boerst p |
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7598 |
8209 |
Old Friends And New Fancies |
Sybil G. Brinton |
Romance |
Generally acknowledged to be the first sequel to the work of Jane Austen, Old Friends and New Fancies incorporates characters from each of Austen's six major novels into one unified story, as well as those of Brinton's own invention. The novel generally focuses on various parings of lovers and the challenges that their unions create. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/old-friends-and-new-fancies-by-sybil-g-brinton/ |
generally acknowledged first sequel work jane austen old friends new fancies incorporates characters austen s six major novels one unified story well brinton s invention novel generally focuses various parings lovers challenges unions create summary wikipedia p |
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7599 |
8210 |
Zeit-Geist |
Lily Dougall |
Literary Fiction |
"When travelling in Canada, in the region north of Lake Ontario, I came upon traces of the somewhat remarkable life which is the subject of the following sketch.\n\nHaving applied to the school-master in the town where Bartholomew Toyner lived, I received an account the graphic detail and imaginative insight of which attest the writer's personal affection. This account, with only such condensation as is necessary, I now give to the world. I do not believe that it belongs to the novel to teach theology; but I do believe that religious sentiments and opinions are a legitimate subject of its art, and that perhaps its highest function is to promote understanding by bringing into contact minds that habitually misinterpret one another." (From the Preface)\n\n"One of the most remarkable novels of the year."-- <i>New York Commercial Advertiser.</i>\n\n"Powerful in conception, treatment, and influence."-- <i>Boston Globe.</i><p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-zeit-geist-by-lily-dougall/ |
when travelling canada region north lake ontario came upon traces somewhat remarkable life subject following sketch applied school master town bartholomew toyner lived received account graphic detail imaginative insight attest writer s personal affection account condensation necessary give world believe belongs novel teach theology believe religious sentiments opinions legitimate subject art perhaps highest function promote understanding bringing contact minds habitually misinterpret one another from preface one remarkable novels year i new york commercial advertiser i powerful conception treatment influence i boston globe i p |
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7600 |
8211 |
Throckmorton |
Molly Elliot Seawell |
Romance |
This is a novel about the lives of the members of the Temple family and their connections in Tidewater, Virginia, in the Reconstruction era. The widow Judith Temple and her sister in law Jacqueline live quietly on the Temple plantation, when the widower George Throckmorton returns to Tidewater. He had joined the Union Army in the war, and led with distinction. The lives of the girls are turned upside-down.. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/throckmorton-by-molly-elliot-seawell/ |
novel lives members temple family connections tidewater virginia reconstruction era widow judith temple sister law jacqueline live quietly temple plantation widower george throckmorton returns tidewater joined union army war led distinction lives girls turned upside down summary carolin p |
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7601 |
8212 |
Two Destinies |
Wilkie Collins |
Romance |
Mary Dermody is destined to be together with George Germaine one day, or so at least her grandmother prophesizes. Destiny at first doesn't seem to adhere to this plan, and the pair is separated and lose sight of each other. But when George saves a young woman from drowning, a strong connection seems to develop between them, which seems to be almost supernatural.. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-destinies-by-wilkie-collins/ |
mary dermody destined together george germaine one day least grandmother prophesizes destiny first seem adhere plan pair separated lose sight other george saves young woman drowning strong connection seems develop them seems almost supernatural summary carolin p |
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7602 |
8213 |
Among the Farmyard People |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Animals & Nature |
A wonderful children's book filled with engaging stories about various farmyard animals. Each book ending with a moral which gently encourages children towards better behaviour and attitudes. - Summary by Claire Schreuder<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-farmyard-people-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
wonderful children s book filled engaging stories various farmyard animals book ending moral gently encourages children towards better behaviour attitudes summary claire schreuder p |
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7603 |
8214 |
Bush Studies |
Barbara Baynton |
Short Stories |
Bush Studies is a short story collection published in London in 1902. Baynton presents a grimly realist view of bush life in Australia for women in colonial Australia. She wrote in response to Henry Lawson's romantic depiction of bush life during the same era. - Summary by Kirsty Leishman<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/bush-studies-by-barbara-baynton/ |
bush studies short story collection published london 1902 baynton presents grimly realist view bush life australia women colonial australia wrote response henry lawson s romantic depiction bush life era summary kirsty leishman p |
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7604 |
8215 |
Tales of Wonder |
Lord Dunsany |
Single Author Collections |
The Last Book of Wonder, originally published as Tales of Wonder, is the tenth book and sixth original short story collection of Irish fantasy writer Lord Dunsany, considered a major influence on the work of J. R. R. Tolkien, H. P. Lovecraft, Ursula K. Le Guin and others.\n<br><br>\nThe first edition, in hardcover, was published in London by Elkin Mathews in October 1916 as Tales of Wonder, followed by a Boston hardcover publication in November 1916, by John W. Luce & Co.. The title of the American edition, The Last Book of Wonder, was Dunsany's own preferred title. The British and American editions also differ in that they arrange the material slightly differently.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-wonder-by-lord-dunsany/ |
last book wonder originally published tales wonder tenth book sixth original short story collection irish fantasy writer lord dunsany considered major influence work j r r tolkien h p lovecraft ursula k le guin others br br first edition hardcover published london elkin mathews october 1916 tales wonder followed boston hardcover publication november 1916 john w luce co title american edition last book wonder dunsany s preferred title british american editions also differ arrange material slightly differently p |
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7605 |
8216 |
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea (Version 3) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction |
Originally published 1870, this recording is from the English translation by Frederick P. Walter, published 1991, containing the unabridged text from the original French and offered up into the public domain. It is considered to be the very first science fiction novel ever written, the first novel about the undersea world, and is a classic science fiction novel by French writer Jules Verne published in 1870. It tells the story of Captain Nemo and his submarine Nautilus, as seen from the perspective of Professor Pierre Aronnax - Summary by Michele Fry <p> |
English |
1991 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-thousand-leagues-under-the-sea-by-jules-verne-2/ |
originally published 1870 recording english translation frederick p walter published 1991 containing unabridged text original french offered public domain considered first science fiction novel ever written first novel undersea world classic science fiction novel french writer jules verne published 1870 tells story captain nemo submarine nautilus seen perspective professor pierre aronnax summary michele fry p |
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7606 |
8217 |
Underground Railroad, Part 5 |
William Still |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (20th C) |
"I congratulate you that, after much patient research, careful preparation, and untiring labor, you have completed your voluminous work on "THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD." I am sure your work will be found to be <i>one of absorbing interest, worthy of the widest patronage, and historically valuable as pertaining to the tremendous struggle for the abolition of chattel slavery in our land. No phase of that struggle was so crowded with thrilling incidents, heroic adventures, and self-sacrificing efforts as the one you have undertaken to portray, and with which you were so closely connected, to wit:</i> "THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD." While it will be contemplated with shame, sadness, and astonishment, by posterity, it will serve vividly to illustrate the perils which everywhere confronted the fugitives from the Southern "house of bondage," and to which those who dared to give them food and shelter were also subjected." Wm. Lloyd Garrison\n<br /><br />\nWilliam Still is often called the Father of the Underground Railroad. Over 14 years, he helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada. Still was committed to preserving the stories of the bondmen and he kept careful records of the many escaped slaves who passed through the Philadelphia “station”. The Underground Railroad was published in 1871 from Still’s records and diaries. In bringing you these stories, Librivox volunteers are reading from the 1878 edition. (Summary by MaryAnn)\n<br /><br />Complete list of recordings comprising this book:\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-1-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 1</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-2-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 2</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-3-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 3</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-4-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 4</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/" rel="nofollow">The Underground Railroad, Part 5</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-underground-railroad-part-5-by-william-still/ |
i congratulate that much patient research careful preparation untiring labor completed voluminous work the underground railroad sure work found i one absorbing interest worthy widest patronage historically valuable pertaining tremendous struggle abolition chattel slavery land phase struggle crowded thrilling incidents heroic adventures self sacrificing efforts one undertaken portray closely connected wit i the underground railroad contemplated shame sadness astonishment posterity serve vividly illustrate perils everywhere confronted fugitives southern house bondage dared give food shelter also subjected wm lloyd garrison br br william still often called father underground railroad 14 years helped hundreds slaves escape freedom canada still committed preserving stories bondmen kept careful records many escaped slaves passed philadelphia station underground railroad published 1871 still s records diaries bringing stories librivox volunteers reading 1878 edition summary maryann br br complete list recordings comprising book a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 1 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 1 a br a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 2 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 2 a br a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 3 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 3 a br a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 4 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 4 a br a href http librivox org the underground railroad part 5 by william still rel nofollow the underground railroad part 5 a br br |
| 7670 |
7615 |
8226 |
World That Couldn't Be (Version 2) |
Clifford D. Simak |
Science Fiction |
The planet where his new plantation was established was very strange, with a complete lack of sex; all of his workers and all the animals and plants had no sex at all; they were all 'its'. But like every farmer on every planet, Duncan had to hunt down anything that damaged his crops—and whatever animal ate his vua plants was going to die. Of course he had no idea what this one looked like or what it was like, but whatever it was, he would track it and his rifle would bring it down. It was a very interesting hunt with a very interesting ending. Simak has written another delightful story that will keep you listening and wondering to the very end. With maybe a chuckle and guffaw on top. Listen and find out why. </p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-that-couldnt-be-by-clifford-d-simak-2/ |
planet new plantation established strange complete lack sex workers animals plants sex all its like every farmer every planet duncan hunt anything damaged crops and whatever animal ate vua plants going die course idea one looked like like whatever was would track rifle would bring down interesting hunt interesting ending simak written another delightful story keep listening wondering end maybe chuckle guffaw top listen find why p |
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7607 |
8218 |
For Greater Things: The Story of Saint Stanislaus Kostka |
William T. Kane |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Stanislaus Kostka was a 16th century Polish novice in the Society of Jesus. Polish nobleman John Kostka was not pleased with the spiritual inclinations of his second son. He did all he could to discourage Stanislaus’s desire for Christian service. Paul, a brother two years older than Stanslaus, bullied him and tried to lure him into more worldly pursuits. Stanislaus was determined to join the Society of Jesus. To demonstrate his determination, Stanislaus walked the long and dangerous 350 miles from Vienna to Rome. He made the trip alone depending on the charity of others and there was accepted into the Society of Jesus as a novice on his 17th birthday. During his short time as a novice his religious fervor and piety were amazing. He was beatification in 1605; and he canonized on 31 December 1726. - Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/for-greater-things-the-story-of-saint-stanislaus-kostka-by-william-t-kane/ |
saint stanislaus kostka 16th century polish novice society jesus polish nobleman john kostka pleased spiritual inclinations second son could discourage stanislaus s desire christian service paul brother two years older stanslaus bullied tried lure worldly pursuits stanislaus determined join society jesus demonstrate determination stanislaus walked long dangerous 350 miles vienna rome made trip alone depending charity others accepted society jesus novice 17th birthday short time novice religious fervor piety amazing beatification 1605 canonized 31 december 1726 summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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7608 |
8219 |
Interpretation |
Ambrose Bierce |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of An Interpretation by Ambrose Bierce. This was the Weekly Poetry project for September 22, 2013.</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/an-interpretation-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings interpretation ambrose bierce weekly poetry project september 22 2013 p |
| 7673 |
7609 |
8220 |
Life of Mozart Volume 1 |
Otto Jahn |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
An in depth look into the life of one of the greatest ever composers and musicians. Mozart was truly a gifted individual and this is an interesting look at both his family life and his musical career. Summary by Michele Eaton</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-mozart-volume-1-by-otto-jahn/ |
depth look life one greatest ever composers musicians mozart truly gifted individual interesting look family life musical career summary michele eaton p |
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7610 |
8221 |
Adventures of Captain Hatteras, Part 2: The Field of Ice |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
The novel, set in 1861, describes adventures of British expedition led by Captain John Hatteras to the North Pole. Hatteras is convinced that the sea around the pole is not frozen and his obsession is to reach the place no matter what. Mutiny by the crew results in destruction of their ship but Hatteras, with a few men, continues on the expedition. ( Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-captain-hatteras-part-2-the-field-of-ice-by-jules-verne/ |
novel set 1861 describes adventures british expedition led captain john hatteras north pole hatteras convinced sea around pole frozen obsession reach place matter what mutiny crew results destruction ship hatteras men continues expedition wikipedia p |
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7611 |
8222 |
Black Amazon of Mars (Version 2) |
Leigh Douglass Brackett |
Fantasy Fiction |
This gore drenched story finds Eric Stark, the barely civilized warrior raised on Mercury struggling to bring a dying Martian friend back to his home city in the North of Mars before he passes away. Unfortunately his friend does die on the way and lays a most unwanted last request on Stark before the end; to bring a precious stolen talisman back to the city. The journey there introduces the intimidating Black Amazon of Mars. "Grimly Eric John Stark slogged toward that ancient Martian city—with every step he cursed the talisman of Ban Cruach that flamed in his blood-stained belt. Behind him screamed the hordes of Ciaran, hungering for that magic jewel—ahead lay the dread abode of the Ice Creatures—at his side stalked the whispering spectre of Ban Cruach, urging him on to a battle Stark knew he must lose! (from the story blurb and the reader ) <p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/black-amazon-of-mars-by-leigh-brackett-2/ |
gore drenched story finds eric stark barely civilized warrior raised mercury struggling bring dying martian friend back home city north mars passes away unfortunately friend die way lays unwanted last request stark end bring precious stolen talisman back city journey introduces intimidating black amazon mars grimly eric john stark slogged toward ancient martian city with every step cursed talisman ban cruach flamed blood stained belt behind screamed hordes ciaran hungering magic jewel ahead lay dread abode ice creatures at side stalked whispering spectre ban cruach urging battle stark knew must lose from story blurb reader p |
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7612 |
8223 |
How a Fisherman Corked up His Foe in a Jar |
Guy Wetmore Carryl |
Historical Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of How a Fisherman Corked up His Foe in a Jar by Guy Wetmore Carryl. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project fo September 22, 2013.<br>Guy Wetmore Carryl was an American humorist and poet. Some of his better known poems were parodies on nursery rhymes and Aesop's Fables. ( Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/how-a-fisherman-corked-up-his-foe-in-a-jar-by-guy-wetmore-carryl/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings fisherman corked foe jar guy wetmore carryl fortnightly poetry project fo september 22 2013 br guy wetmore carryl american humorist poet better known poems parodies nursery rhymes aesop s fables summary david lawrence p |
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7613 |
8224 |
Constructive Beekeeping |
Ed Clark |
Animals, Life Sciences |
The author explores the effects of condensation and evaporation as they relate to the success of a beehive. The results of various experiments and the author's thoughts are given. (Summary by SoMDbeekeeper)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/constructive-beekeeping-by-ed-clark/ |
author explores effects condensation evaporation relate success beehive results various experiments author s thoughts given summary somdbeekeeper p |
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7614 |
8225 |
Adventskalender 2013 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. - 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme. - Summary by Elli<p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2013-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 24 dezember eine aufnahme summary elli p |
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7625 |
8236 |
End of Harvest |
William Bell Scott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you eight readings of End of Harvest, by William Bell Scott. This is the fortnightly poetry project for November 9, 2014.</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/end-of-harvest-by-william-bell-scott/ |
librivox volunteers bring eight readings end harvest william bell scott fortnightly poetry project november 9 2014 p |
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7616 |
8227 |
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, vol. 2 |
Jules Verne |
Exploration |
This volume, entitled "The Great Navigators of the 18th century", forms the second of three volumes under the general title of "Celebrated Travels and Travellers". The first volume of the series, "Exploration of the World", covers a period in the world's history extending from B.C. 505, to the close of the 17th century, and the third volume gives an account of "The Great Explorers and Travellers of the 19th Century". - Summary from the Publishers' Note<br /><br />Book coordinated by Kajo and Piotr Nater; Proof-listened by Kajo and Piotr Nater</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-travels-and-travellers-vol2-by-jules-verne/ |
volume entitled the great navigators 18th century forms second three volumes general title celebrated travels travellers first volume series exploration world covers period world s history extending b c 505 close 17th century third volume gives account the great explorers travellers 19th century summary publishers note br br book coordinated kajo piotr nater proof listened kajo piotr nater p |
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7617 |
8228 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 21 - The Red River Colony: A Chronicle of the Beginnings of Manitoba |
Louis Aubrey Wood |
Modern (19th C) |
This, volume 21 of the Chronicles of Canada series, describes the settlement of the Red River Colony by Lord Selkirk, and the struggles it had against the North-West Company. The fledgling settlement eventually became the city of Manitoba. - Summary by TriciaG<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-river-colony-by-louis-aubrey-wood/ |
this volume 21 chronicles canada series describes settlement red river colony lord selkirk struggles north west company fledgling settlement eventually became city manitoba summary triciag p |
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7618 |
8229 |
Noodlot |
Louis Couperus |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
Een hollandsche jonge man, Bertie, een liederlijke vagabond, die te Londen door eenen vriend in huis genomen een wereldsche fat wordt van de oneerlijkste soort, die in 't geheim alles doet om zijnen vriend (Frank) het leven te bederven, welke bij diens geliefde zijne eerlijkheid en goede trouw met alle intriganten-manieien ondermijnt, hem zijn geld aftrochelt, om hem te verraden, en dan de verantwoordelijkheid voor die daden van zich afschuift, op het Schicksal, op het Fatum, dat is de hoofdpersoon.<br /><br />Daar tegenover staat de vriend Frank, een recht onnoozele bloed, die het hart van een eerlijk meisje wegens zijne eerlijkheid heeft veroverd, doch weldra mistrouwd wordt, ten gevolge der inblazingen van Bertie. Frank leeft jaren lang met Bertie, zonder in 't minst te bemerken dat deze een verrader is. Ofschoon bedaard van karakter, stuift hij op in woede wanneer hij ten langen leste het verraad ontdekt, werpt zijnen vriend op den grond, wurgt hem half bewusteloos.... (de eenige recht mannelijke daad die hij verricht).<br /><br />Samenvatting door J.A. Alberdingk Thijm, ‘Boekenkennis.’ In: Dietsche Warande. Nieuwe reeks 2. Jaargang 5 (1892)</p> |
Dutch |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/noodlot-by-louis-couperus/ |
een hollandsche jonge man bertie een liederlijke vagabond die te londen door eenen vriend huis genomen een wereldsche fat wordt van de oneerlijkste soort die t geheim alles doet om zijnen vriend frank het leven te bederven welke bij diens geliefde zijne eerlijkheid en goede trouw met alle intriganten manieien ondermijnt hem zijn geld aftrochelt om hem te verraden en dan de verantwoordelijkheid voor die daden van zich afschuift op het schicksal op het fatum dat de hoofdpersoon br br daar tegenover staat de vriend frank een recht onnoozele bloed die het hart van een eerlijk meisje wegens zijne eerlijkheid heeft veroverd doch weldra mistrouwd wordt ten gevolge der inblazingen van bertie frank leeft jaren lang met bertie zonder t minst te bemerken dat deze een verrader is ofschoon bedaard van karakter stuift hij op woede wanneer hij ten langen leste het verraad ontdekt werpt zijnen vriend op den grond wurgt hem half bewusteloos de eenige recht mannelijke daad die hij verricht br br samenvatting door j a alberdingk thijm boekenkennis in dietsche warande nieuwe reeks 2 jaargang 5 1892 p |
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7619 |
8230 |
Space Platform |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
SPACE PLATFORM tells the exciting story of a young man helping to build this first station. With scientific accuracy and imagination Murray Leinster, one of the world's top science-fiction writers, describes the building and launching of the platform. Here is a fast-paced story of sabotage and murder directed against a project more secret and valuable than the atom bomb!\n - Summary by Gutenberg text<p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/space-platform-by-murray-leinster/ |
space platform tells exciting story young man helping build first station scientific accuracy imagination murray leinster one world s top science fiction writers describes building launching platform fast paced story sabotage murder directed project secret valuable atom bomb summary gutenberg text p |
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7620 |
8231 |
Queer Little Folks |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Animals & Nature |
A wonderful children's classic - a collection of moral stories told by animals in the woods. The wittily written stories explore various issues in a fun way. - Summary by Claire Schreuder<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/queer-little-folks-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
wonderful children s classic collection moral stories told animals woods wittily written stories explore various issues fun way summary claire schreuder p |
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7621 |
8232 |
Unclassed |
George Gissing |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The Unclassed tells the story of two friends who are aspiring authors living in London in the late 19th century. Both of them fall in love. Both believe in social change but do not know how to bring it about. Both are sceptical about the values of their times. Both want respectability more then they would admit. This book, unlike many others of it's time, tells about working women, and includes honest descriptions of the slums of London. - Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-unclassed-by-george-gissing/ |
unclassed tells story two friends aspiring authors living london late 19th century fall love believe social change know bring about sceptical values times want respectability would admit book unlike many others time tells working women includes honest descriptions slums london summary stav nisser p |
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7622 |
8233 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 023 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-023-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
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7623 |
8234 |
Philosophical Enquiry |
Edmund Burke |
Modern |
Burke's A Philosophical Enquiry is an important treatise in the history of philosophical aesthetics, putting forth a theory of two concepts of central, perennial importance to the field of aesthetics, namely, the beautiful and the sublime. Written before Burke turned 19, it is his only purely philosophical work. Despite being such an early work, Burke's Philosophical Enquiry was noted by such later philosophers as Diderot and Kant and has remained influential in the field of aesthetics since its publication in 1757. ( Eric Jonas)</p> |
English |
1757 |
https://librivox.org/a-philosophical-enquiry-by-edmund-burke/ |
burke s philosophical enquiry important treatise history philosophical aesthetics putting forth theory two concepts central perennial importance field aesthetics namely beautiful sublime written burke turned 19 purely philosophical work despite early work burke s philosophical enquiry noted later philosophers diderot kant remained influential field aesthetics since publication 1757 eric jonas p |
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7624 |
8235 |
Jack and the Check Book |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction |
Bangs is in top form in his version of this small collection of timeless fairy tales. If you don't immediately recognize Jack and the Check Book, Puss, the Promoter, and the Golden Fleece, don't worry, you soon will. - Summary by Cate Barratt<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/jack-and-the-check-book-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bangs top form version small collection timeless fairy tales immediately recognize jack check book puss promoter golden fleece worry soon will summary cate barratt p |
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7627 |
8238 |
Ocean of Theosophy |
William Q. Judge |
Ancient |
Judge wrote this book because he saw a need for a book about Theosophy that everyone could understand. Discussed are after-death states, reincarnation, karma, the pitfalls of pseudo-occultism, the 7 natures of man, cyclic evolution, sages and adepts, psychic phenomena and more. </p>\n\nAlthough the book is fairly elementary it will help you in your journey, whether you are just starting out or have been at it for years. - Summary by kirk202</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-ocean-of-theosophy-by-william-q-judge/ |
judge wrote book saw need book theosophy everyone could understand discussed after death states reincarnation karma pitfalls pseudo occultism 7 natures man cyclic evolution sages adepts psychic phenomena more p although book fairly elementary help journey whether starting years summary kirk202 p |
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7628 |
8239 |
Rider on the White Horse |
Theodor Storm |
Literary Fiction |
Hauke Haien, a young man of 24 years, has just beome dikemaster in Northern Frisia. Against the resistance of many of the townfolk, he has a new dike built, not according to the old customs, but to his own specifications. For years, everything goes well, but when the big storm hits the land, a small oversight will cost him dearly. <br><br> Storm tells the life of Hauke Haien from his beginnings as the clever son of a small landowner to his rise as dikemaster, where Hauke has to weather many storms - both literally and figuratively speaking. The story inside a story inside a story is considered Theodor Storm's masterpiece. (Summary by Availle)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-rider-on-the-white-horse-by-theodor-storm/ |
hauke haien young man 24 years beome dikemaster northern frisia resistance many townfolk new dike built according old customs specifications years everything goes well big storm hits land small oversight cost dearly br br storm tells life hauke haien beginnings clever son small landowner rise dikemaster hauke weather many storms literally figuratively speaking story inside story inside story considered theodor storm s masterpiece summary availle p |
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7629 |
8240 |
Short Poetry Collection 125 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-125/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers october 2013 p |
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7630 |
8241 |
Knickerbocker's History of New York, Vol. 2 |
Washington Irving |
Satire, Early Modern |
Washington Irving, an author, biographer, historian, and diplomat, completed his first major work, a satire of contemporary local history and politics entitled A History of New-York from the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty, by Diedrich Knickerbocker in 1809. Prior to its publication, Irving started a promotional hoax (not unlike some modern-day publicity stunts?) by placing fake missing persons advertisements in local newspapers asking for help in locating Diedrich Knickerbocker. As a continuation of the hoax, Irving also published a notice purported to be written by the proprietor of the hotel where Knickbocker was staying, in which he threatened to publish a manuscript “left behind” by Knickerbocker if the hotel bill was not paid. From “The Author’s Apology”: “The main object of my work, in fact, had a bearing wide from the sober aim of history, but one which, I trust, will meet with some indulgence from poetic minds. It was to embody the traditions of our city in an amusing form; to illustrate its local humors, customs and peculiarities; to clothe home scenes and places and familiar names with those imaginative and whimsical associations so seldom met with in our new country, but which live like charms and spells about the cities of the old world, binding the heart of the native inhabitant to his home.” - Summary by From the text and adapted from Wikipedia by lubee930<p> |
English |
1809 |
https://librivox.org/knickerbockers-history-of-new-york-vol-2-by-washington-irving/ |
washington irving author biographer historian diplomat completed first major work satire contemporary local history politics entitled history new york beginning world end dutch dynasty diedrich knickerbocker 1809 prior publication irving started promotional hoax not unlike modern day publicity stunts placing fake missing persons advertisements local newspapers asking help locating diedrich knickerbocker continuation hoax irving also published notice purported written proprietor hotel knickbocker staying threatened publish manuscript left behind knickerbocker hotel bill paid the author s apology the main object work fact bearing wide sober aim history one which trust meet indulgence poetic minds embody traditions city amusing form illustrate local humors customs peculiarities clothe home scenes places familiar names imaginative whimsical associations seldom met new country live like charms spells cities old world binding heart native inhabitant home summary text adapted wikipedia lubee930 p |
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7631 |
8242 |
Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Vol. 2 |
Marguerite of Navarre |
Single Author Collections |
THE HEPTAMERON, first published posthumously in 1558, is divided into seven complete days containing 10 stories each, and an eighth day containing only 2 stories. The stories, many of which deal with love and infidelity, resulted in "accusations of looseness" by critics of the day. The author, Margaret of Navarre (also known as Margaret of Angoulême) became an influential woman in the intellectual and cultural circles of the French Renaissance. <br/><br/>From an 1892 essay by the translator George Saintsbury: "In so large a number of stories with so great a variety of subjects, it naturally cannot but be the case that there is a considerable diversity of tone. But that peculiarity at which we have glanced more than once, the combination of voluptuous passion with passionate regret and a mystical devotion, is seldom absent for long together...The question, What is the special virtue of the Heptameron? I have myself little hesitation in answering. There is no book, in prose and of so early a date, which shows to me the characteristic of the time as it influenced the two great literary nations of Europe so distinctly as this book of Margaret of Angoulême… - Summary adapted from Wikipedia and excerpted from the text by lubee930<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/heptameron-vol-2-by-margaret-of-navarre/ |
heptameron first published posthumously 1558 divided seven complete days containing 10 stories each eighth day containing 2 stories stories many deal love infidelity resulted accusations looseness critics day author margaret navarre also known margaret angoulême became influential woman intellectual cultural circles french renaissance br br from 1892 essay translator george saintsbury in large number stories great variety subjects naturally cannot case considerable diversity tone peculiarity glanced once combination voluptuous passion passionate regret mystical devotion seldom absent long together the question special virtue heptameron little hesitation answering book prose early date shows characteristic time influenced two great literary nations europe distinctly book margaret angoulême summary adapted wikipedia excerpted text lubee930 br br |
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7632 |
8243 |
Lost World (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Science Fiction |
<i>The Lost World</i> is a novel released in 1912 by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle about an expedition to a plateau in the Amazon basin in Brazil that encountered prehistoric animals. It has been the inspiration for subsequent fiction, including Michael Crichton's <i>Jurassic Park</i>. <p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-world-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-2/ |
i the lost world i novel released 1912 sir arthur conan doyle expedition plateau amazon basin brazil encountered prehistoric animals inspiration subsequent fiction including michael crichton s i jurassic park i p |
| 7695 |
7633 |
8244 |
Story of Young Abraham Lincoln |
Wayne Whipple |
General |
This is a careful and fascinating collection of interviews with people who knew Lincoln as a boy and young man. A glimpse into the type of person he was from the very beginning. \n\n"All the world loves a lover"—and Abraham Lincoln loved everybody. With all his brain and brawn, his real greatness was in his heart. He has been called "the Great-Heart of the White House," and there is little doubt that more people have heard about him than there are who have read of the original "Great-Heart" in "The Pilgrim's Progress."\n\nIndeed, it is safe to say that more millions in the modern world are acquainted with the story of the rise of Abraham Lincoln from a poorly built log cabin to the highest place among "the seats of the mighty," than are familiar with the Bible story of Joseph who arose and stood next to the throne of the Pharaohs.A new story is told by a dear old lady, who did not wish her name given, about herself when she was a little girl, when a "drove of lawyers riding the old Eighth Judicial District of Illinois," came to drink from a famous cold spring on her father's premises. She described the uncouth dress of a tall young man, asking her father who he was, and he replied with a laugh, "Oh, that's Abe Lincoln."\n\nOne day in their rounds, as the lawyers came through the front gate, a certain judge, whose name the narrator refused to divulge, knocked down with his cane her pet doll, which was leaning against the fence. The little girl cried over this contemptuous treatment of her "child."\n\nYoung Lawyer Lincoln, seeing it all, sprang in and quickly picked up the fallen doll. Brushing off the dust with his great awkward hand he said, soothingly, to the wounded little mother-heart:\n\n"There now, little Black Eyes, don't cry. Your baby's alive. See, she isn't hurt a bit!"\n\nThat tall young man never looked uncouth to her after that. It was this same old lady who told the writer that Lawyer Lincoln wore a new suit of clothes for the first time on the very day that he performed the oft-described feat of rescuing a helpless hog from a great deep hole in the road, and plastered his new clothes with mud to the great merriment of his legal friends. This well-known incident occurred not far from her father's place near Paris, Illinois.These and many other real remembrances have been collected here in this book for your edification. ( The introduction and Phil Chenevert)<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-young-abraham-lincoln-by-wayne-whipple/ |
careful fascinating collection interviews people knew lincoln boy young man glimpse type person beginning all world loves lover and abraham lincoln loved everybody brain brawn real greatness heart called the great heart white house little doubt people heard read original great heart the pilgrim s progress indeed safe say millions modern world acquainted story rise abraham lincoln poorly built log cabin highest place among the seats mighty familiar bible story joseph arose stood next throne pharaohs a new story told dear old lady wish name given little girl drove lawyers riding old eighth judicial district illinois came drink famous cold spring father s premises described uncouth dress tall young man asking father was replied laugh oh that s abe lincoln one day rounds lawyers came front gate certain judge whose name narrator refused divulge knocked cane pet doll leaning fence little girl cried contemptuous treatment child young lawyer lincoln seeing all sprang quickly picked fallen doll brushing dust great awkward hand said soothingly wounded little mother heart there now little black eyes cry baby s alive see hurt bit tall young man never looked uncouth that old lady told writer lawyer lincoln wore new suit clothes first time day performed oft described feat rescuing helpless hog great deep hole road plastered new clothes mud great merriment legal friends well known incident occurred far father s place near paris illinois these many real remembrances collected book edification introduction phil chenevert p |
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7634 |
8245 |
Brother Jacob |
George Eliot |
Family Life, Short Stories |
Brother Jacob is a short story by George Eliot, in which she explores the relationship between the selfish, self-centered and ambitious David Faux and his idiot brother, Jacob. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/brother-jacob-by-george-eliot/ |
brother jacob short story george eliot explores relationship selfish self centered ambitious david faux idiot brother jacob summary lynne thompson p |
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7636 |
8247 |
Age of the Motored Things |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The Age of the Motored Things by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.<br>This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 6, 2013.<br><br>Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was " Solitude", which contains the lines: "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death.<br>A popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. Her world view is expressed in the title of her poem "Whatever Is—Is Best".<br>None of Wilcox's works were included by F. O. Matthiessen in The Oxford Book of American Verse, but Hazel Felleman chose no fewer than fourteen of her poems for Best Loved Poems of the American People, while Martin Gardner selected "Solitude" and "The Winds of Fate" for Best Remembered Poems. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-age-of-the-motored-things-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings age motored things ella wheeler wilcox br this fortnightly poetry project october 6 2013 br br ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death br a popular poet rather literary poet poems expresses sentiments cheer optimism plainly written rhyming verse world view expressed title poem whatever is is best br none wilcox s works included f o matthiessen oxford book american verse hazel felleman chose fewer fourteen poems best loved poems american people martin gardner selected solitude the winds fate best remembered poems summary wikipedia p |
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7637 |
8248 |
Running Fox |
Elmer Russell Gregor |
Action & Adventure |
Having reached the age of sixteen winters, Running Fox, the son of Black Panther, a famous Delaware war-chief, determined to establish his reputation as a warrior. He knew, however, that before he could gain admission into the gallant company of fighting men he would have to prove his courage and ability in some daring exploit. - Summary by Elmer Gregor<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/running-fox-by-elmer-russell-gregor/ |
reached age sixteen winters running fox son black panther famous delaware war chief determined establish reputation warrior knew however could gain admission gallant company fighting men would prove courage ability daring exploit summary elmer gregor p |
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7638 |
8249 |
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Dramatic Readings, Family |
This story is about an American lad of 7 years old who lives with his young widowed mother in New York. He spends his days with his friend the grocery man Mr. Hobbs, the boot black Dick, and other young lads from his town. His best friend is his mother, whom he calls dearest, because that is what his papa used to call her. Cedric has curly blond hair, a sturdy young body, and a beautiful face that is only matched by his sweet temperament. He is always thinking of others and what they might need.<br><br>One day, an English lawyer comes to Cedric's house with news that will change his young life forever. Cedric's papa was the son of a great Earl in England. The earl has lost all three of his sons and is now looking for his heir. He is a crusty old gentlemen with a hard, cold heart. He has spent his life chasing after his own pleasures and not caring one mite for the needs of others, especially the needs his tenantry. He is extremely prejudiced against Americans and was outraged when his youngest son married an American woman. His proud heart views with disgust his young heir before he even meets him, expecting him to be rude, uneducated, and selfish. Little does he know that the meeting of the Earl of Dorincourt with little Cedric is destined to change his life forever. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)\n\n<br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a><br>\nCedric : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8714">Steven Rasmussen</a><br>\nEarl of Dorincourt (Grandfather): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008">John Trevithick</a><br>\nMrs. Errol (Mother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7866">Lydia Rasmussen</a><br>\nMr. Hobbs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8715">Sven Rafferty</a><br>\nMr. Havisham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7704">Robert Harder</a><br>\nDick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7896">Zack Rasmussen</a><br>\nTall Footman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7894">Jacob Rasmussen</a><br>\nMary (Mother's Maid): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8718">Deena Rhoads</a><br>\nMrs. Dibble: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMrs. Mellon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/19">Kara Shallenberg</a><br>\nWilkins the Groom; Mr. Mordaunt the minister; Sir Thomas Asshe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nMiss Vivian Herbert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>\nLady Lorridale; Gate-keeper's Wife; Woman in Crowd; Starter (friend of Cedric): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nSirr Harry; Clerk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nBen (Dick's Brother); Mr. Higgins; Workman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a><br>\nMr. Harrison; A Young Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>\nBridget; Dawson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah Alday</a><br>\nFriend of Cedric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nAnother friend of Cedric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8752">Mercy Rafferty</a><br>\nLookers-on: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a>; <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah Alday</a>; <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><BR><br>\nAudio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nProof listeners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6406">Abigail Rasmussen</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>\n<br><br> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/little-lord-fauntleroy-dramatic-reading-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
story american lad 7 years old lives young widowed mother new york spends days friend grocery man mr hobbs boot black dick young lads town best friend mother calls dearest papa used call her cedric curly blond hair sturdy young body beautiful face matched sweet temperament always thinking others might need br br one day english lawyer comes cedric s house news change young life forever cedric s papa son great earl england earl lost three sons looking heir crusty old gentlemen hard cold heart spent life chasing pleasures caring one mite needs others especially needs tenantry extremely prejudiced americans outraged youngest son married american woman proud heart views disgust young heir even meets him expecting rude uneducated selfish little know meeting earl dorincourt little cedric destined change life forever summary abigail rasmussen br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a br cedric a href https librivox org reader 8714 steven rasmussen a br earl dorincourt grandfather a href https librivox org reader 7008 john trevithick a br mrs errol mother a href https librivox org reader 7866 lydia rasmussen a br mr hobbs a href https librivox org reader 8715 sven rafferty a br mr havisham a href https librivox org reader 7704 robert harder a br dick a href https librivox org reader 7896 zack rasmussen a br tall footman a href https librivox org reader 7894 jacob rasmussen a br mary mother s maid a href https librivox org reader 8718 deena rhoads a br mrs dibble a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs mellon a href https librivox org reader 19 kara shallenberg a br wilkins groom mr mordaunt minister sir thomas asshe a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br miss vivian herbert a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br lady lorridale gate keeper s wife woman crowd starter friend cedric a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br sirr harry clerk a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br ben dick s brother mr higgins workman a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a br mr harrison young gentleman a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br bridget dawson a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah alday a br friend cedric a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br another friend cedric a href https librivox org reader 8752 mercy rafferty a br lookers on a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah alday a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br proof listeners a href https librivox org reader 6406 abigail rasmussen a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br br |
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7639 |
8250 |
William, An Englishman |
Cicely Hamilton |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, War & Military Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p><i>William – an Englishman</i> is a 1919 novel by Cicely Hamilton. The novel explores the effect of the First World War on a married couple during the rise of Socialism and the Suffragette movement. It was originally published by Skeffington & Son before being reprinted by Persephone Books in 1999. Described as 'a passionate assertion of the futility of war' by The Spectator, William - an Englishman won the first Prix Femina-Vie Heureuse Anglais prize in 1920. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/william-an-englishman-by-cicely-hamilton/ |
p i william englishman i 1919 novel cicely hamilton novel explores effect first world war married couple rise socialism suffragette movement originally published skeffington son reprinted persephone books 1999 described a passionate assertion futility war spectator william englishman first prix femina vie heureuse anglais prize 1920 summary wikipedia p |
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7640 |
8251 |
Time is Not Yet Ripe |
Thomas Louis Buvelot Esson |
Drama |
Thomas Louis Buvelot Esson (1878 - 1943) was an Australian poet, journalist and playwright. He was born in Edinburgh but moved to Melbourne, Australia when he was three. He attended the University of Melbourne and began working as a journalist and playwright soon after.<br><br>\n\nHis best known work is the political comedy, The Time is Not Yet Ripe, first performed in 1912. It has since come to be acknowledged as an Australian classic, and has often been revived.\n - Summary Adapted from Wikipedia by Algy Pug\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSir Joseph Quiverton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><br>\nDoris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEnglish Butler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nSir Henry Pilsbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7278">Jon Smith</a><br>\nLady Pilsbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\nJohn K. Hill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br>\nSydney Barrett/Socialists: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMiss Perkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nOtto/Socialists: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>\nHarry Hopkins/Socialists: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>\nPeter Jensen/Socialists: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2234">Lars Rolander</a><br>\nArthur Gray/Socialists: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nBertie Wainwright: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8803">Ben Lindsey-Clark</a><br>\nViolet Faulkner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>\nA Fat Man/Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nA Cheeky Youth/Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8197">Victoria P</a><br>\nA Working Woman/Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174"> Availle</a><br>\nAn Old Man/Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8902">Robert Dixon</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6167">Janet</a><br><br>\nEdited by: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><BR>\nCoordinated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705"> Algy Pug</a><BR><BR>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-is-not-yet-ripe-by-thomas-louis-buvelot-esson/ |
thomas louis buvelot esson 1878 1943 australian poet journalist playwright born edinburgh moved melbourne australia three attended university melbourne began working journalist playwright soon after br br best known work political comedy time yet ripe first performed 1912 since come acknowledged australian classic often revived summary adapted wikipedia algy pug br br cast list br sir joseph quiverton a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br doris a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br english butler a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br sir henry pilsbury a href https librivox org reader 7278 jon smith a br lady pilsbury a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br john k hill a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br sydney barrett socialists a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br miss perkins a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br otto socialists a href https librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br harry hopkins socialists a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br peter jensen socialists a href https librivox org reader 2234 lars rolander a br arthur gray socialists a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br bertie wainwright a href https librivox org reader 8803 ben lindsey clark a br violet faulkner a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br fat man crowd a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br cheeky youth crowd a href https librivox org reader 8197 victoria p a br working woman crowd a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br old man crowd a href https librivox org reader 8902 robert dixon a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6167 janet a br br edited by a href http librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br coordinated by a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br |
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7641 |
8252 |
Answer to a Child's Question |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Answer to a Child's Question by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 6, 2013. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/answer-to-a-childs-question-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings answer child s question samuel taylor coleridge weekly poetry project october 6 2013 summary diana majlinger p |
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7642 |
8253 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 043 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>.<br><br>\nGram von Anton Chekhov übersetzt von Alexander Eliasberg<br>\nStaatsgeheimnisse von Matthias McDonnell Bodkin übersetzt von Margarete Jacobi<br>\n[Ringparabel] von Giovanni Boccaccio übersetzt von Karl Witte<p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-043-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br gram von anton chekhov übersetzt von alexander eliasberg br staatsgeheimnisse von matthias mcdonnell bodkin übersetzt von margarete jacobi br ringparabel von giovanni boccaccio übersetzt von karl witte p |
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7643 |
8254 |
From the Darkness Cometh the Light, or Struggles for Freedom |
Lucy Ann Delaney |
Memoirs |
In From the Darkness Cometh the Light, or Struggles for Freedom Delaney tells the story of how she was born into slavery of her mother--a freeborn black woman who had been kidnapped and sold on the blocks--but escaped while a teenager and eventually sued in court for her freedom. After the Civil War, Delaney spent the rest of her life inspiring other African Americans to take advantage of the new opportunities available to them as a result of their new found freedom, and to constantly strive to improve their lives and the lives of their progeny - Summary by James K. White<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-darkness-cometh-the-light-or-struggles-for-freedom-by-lucy-ann-delaney/ |
darkness cometh light struggles freedom delaney tells story born slavery mother a freeborn black woman kidnapped sold blocks but escaped teenager eventually sued court freedom civil war delaney spent rest life inspiring african americans take advantage new opportunities available result new found freedom constantly strive improve lives lives progeny summary james k white p |
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7644 |
8255 |
Holy in Christ |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
In introducing this book, which Andrew Murray sub-titled “Thoughts on the Calling of God’s Children to Be Holy as He is Holy”, I can do no better than to quote from the author’s own Preface: “It has been my earnest desire that I might be a helper of the faith of my brethren in seeking to trace with them the wondrous revelation of God’s Holiness through the ages as recorded in His blessed Word. It has been my continual prayer that God might use what is written to increase in His children the conviction that we must be holy, the knowledge of how we are to be holy, the joy that we may be holy, the faith that we can be holy. And may He stir us all to cry day and night to Him for a visitation of the Spirit and the Power of Holiness upon all His people, that the name of Christian and of saint may be synonymous, and every believer be a vessel made holy and meet for the Master’s use.” - Summary by Christopher Smith, quoting Andrew Murray<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/holy-in-christ-by-andrew-murray/ |
introducing book andrew murray sub titled thoughts calling god s children holy holy better quote author s preface it earnest desire might helper faith brethren seeking trace wondrous revelation god s holiness ages recorded blessed word continual prayer god might use written increase children conviction must holy knowledge holy joy may holy faith holy may stir us cry day night visitation spirit power holiness upon people name christian saint may synonymous every believer vessel made holy meet master s use summary christopher smith quoting andrew murray p |
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7645 |
8256 |
Mason-Bees |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
Life Sciences |
This is more than a book about bees and their lives; the author talks about his cats, red ants, and insect psychology in general. Jean Henri Fabre also made waves in his native 19th Century France by insisting that girls be included in his science classes, so I dedicate this recording to certain young women who risk their lives or even the less important attentions of boys simply to learn. - Summary by BellonaTimes<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-mason-bees-by-jean-henri-fabre/ |
book bees lives author talks cats red ants insect psychology general jean henri fabre also made waves native 19th century france insisting girls included science classes dedicate recording certain young women risk lives even less important attentions boys simply learn summary bellonatimes p |
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7646 |
8257 |
Amiable Charlatan (version 2) |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A lively adventure of a father-daughter con team enjoying themselves in Edwardian London. - Summary by Cate Barratt<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/an-amiable-charlatan-by-e-phillips-oppenheim-2/ |
lively adventure father daughter con team enjoying edwardian london summary cate barratt p |
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7647 |
8258 |
Tik-Tok of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this really exciting and well written story of Oz, the Shaggy Man is on a quest to find his long lost brother. But all does not go smoothly. Oh no. Because his brother is being held prisoner deep underground by the evil, grumpy and not very nice King of the Gnomes, Along the way to find him, he is joined by Polychrome, a Daughter of the Rainbow (a fairy), Betsy Bobbin (a human girl), Hank (a small mule and Betsy's faithful protector), Tik-Tok (the famous wind up mechanical man), the Rose Princess (an ex fairy who is now a mortal), Ann (the Queen of the Oogaboos on her way to conquer the world), her army (17 officers and one private, File), a tunnel through the earth, the famous and all powerful Jin-Jin and last but definitely not least, Quox (a young dragon who talks funny and was great fun to read). The scrapes and adventures this motley crew get into are enough to fill a book. And this is the book. Listen and enjoy !!<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/tik-tok-of-oz-version-2-by-l-frank-baum/ |
really exciting well written story oz shaggy man quest find long lost brother go smoothly oh no brother held prisoner deep underground evil grumpy nice king gnomes along way find him joined polychrome daughter rainbow a fairy betsy bobbin a human girl hank a small mule betsy s faithful protector tik tok the famous wind mechanical man rose princess an ex fairy mortal ann the queen oogaboos way conquer world army 17 officers one private file tunnel earth famous powerful jin jin last definitely least quox a young dragon talks funny great fun read scrapes adventures motley crew get enough fill book book listen enjoy p |
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7701 |
8314 |
Soul of Prayer |
P. T. Forsyth |
Christianity - Other |
"The worst sin is prayerlessness," states P.T. Forsyth at the start of this work on prayer but follows this up with the suggestion that the study of prayer is itself a prayer to pray better. He then brings together his dual roles as theologian and pastor to unpick the nature and the practice of praying, sometimes challenging, sometimes affirming but always thoughtfully and insightfully. (Summary by Paul Mazumdar) <p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-prayer-by-p-t-forsyth/ |
the worst sin prayerlessness states p t forsyth start work prayer follows suggestion study prayer prayer pray better brings together dual roles theologian pastor unpick nature practice praying sometimes challenging sometimes affirming always thoughtfully insightfully summary paul mazumdar p |
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7648 |
8259 |
Life of George Washington in Words of One Syllable |
Josephine Pollard |
General |
The Life story of a public man cannot help being to some extent the same thing as a history of the times in which he lived, and to the case of none does this remark apply with more force than to that of the "Father of his Country;" which very title shows the degree to which the personality of its bearer became identified with the public life of the nation. While a great deal of the space in this book, consequently, has had to be devoted to American Revolutionary History, it is hoped that excess in this direction has been avoided, and that the main purpose of the work will be attained, i.e. to give its young readers a distinct and vivid idea of the exalted character and priceless services of Washington, so far as these can be brought within the understanding of a child. (Summary from the preface of the book.)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-george-washington-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-josephine-pollard/ |
life story public man cannot help extent thing history times lived case none remark apply force father country title shows degree personality bearer became identified public life nation great deal space book consequently devoted american revolutionary history hoped excess direction avoided main purpose work attained i e give young readers distinct vivid idea exalted character priceless services washington far brought within understanding child summary preface book p |
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7649 |
8260 |
Spirits of the Dead |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you seven readings of Spirits of the Dead by Edgar Allen Poe. This was the weekly poetry project for October 19, 2014.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/spirits-of-the-dead-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
librivox volunteers bring seven readings spirits dead edgar allen poe weekly poetry project october 19 2014 p |
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7650 |
8262 |
Cloak |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
General Fiction |
"The Cloak" is a short story by Ukrainian-born Russian author Nikolai Gogol, published in 1842. The story and its author have had great influence on Russian literature, as expressed in a quote attributed to Fyodor Dostoevsky: "We all come out from Gogol's 'Overcoat'." The story has been adapted into a variety of stage and film interpretations.<p> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/the-cloak-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
the cloak short story ukrainian born russian author nikolai gogol published 1842 story author great influence russian literature expressed quote attributed fyodor dostoevsky we come gogol s overcoat story adapted variety stage film interpretations p |
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7651 |
8263 |
Round the Red Lamp: Being Facts and Fancies of Medical Life |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of short stories focussing on the problems that present themselves to physicians and surgeons in the course of their work. The volume is named "Round the Red Lamp" as a reference to the red lamps that marked general practitioner's offices in Arthur Conan Doyle's times. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/round-the-red-lamp-being-facts-and-fancies-of-medical-life-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
collection short stories focussing problems present physicians surgeons course work volume named round red lamp reference red lamps marked general practitioner s offices arthur conan doyle s times summary carolin p |
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7652 |
8264 |
Sylvie and Bruno (Dramatic Reading) |
Lewis Carroll |
Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Sylvie and Bruno, first published in 1889, and its 1893 second volume Sylvie and Bruno Concluded form the last novel by Lewis Carroll published during his lifetime. Both volumes were illustrated by Harry Furniss.<br><br>\n\nThe novel has two main plots; one set in the real world at the time the book was published (the Victorian era), the other in the fantasy world of Fairyland. While the latter plot is a fairy tale with many nonsense elements and poems, similar to Carroll's Alice books, the story set in Victorian Britain is a social novel, with its characters discussing various concepts and aspects of religion, society, philosophy and morality. (Summary from Wikipedia)\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7800"> VanOs12</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">lezer</a><br>\nMan 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nChancellor: <a >Elizabby</a><br>\nCrowd (1): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">gloriana</a><br>\nCrowd (2): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">eggs4ears</a><br>\nCrowd (3): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nCrowd (4): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a><br>\nBruno/Urchin (1): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009"> francesb</a><br>\nBruno/Urchin (2): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6130"> ChyAnne</a><br>\nVoice 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">LibbyG</a><br>\nVoice 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nMan 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">unreadpages</a><br>\nSub-Warden/Vice-Warden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2854">English Andrew</a><br>\nMan in Livery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">AlanW</a><br>\nWarden/Beggar:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10389">BrianL</a><br>\nSylvie/Lame Child: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">JoFriday21</a><br>\nThe Professor (1): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nThe Professor (2): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/47">bart</a><br>\nGuard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nArthur: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8803">Ben Lindsey-Clark</a><br>\nMy Lady 1 - Lady Muriel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9101">treble768</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMy Lady 2 - Sub-Warden's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\nUggug: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy_k_p</a><br>\nStation-Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nGardener: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">LenXZ1</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">unreadpages</a><br>\nMusic-Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">eggs4ears</a><br>\nBaron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">AlanW</a><br>\nEarl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167"> Peter Why</a><br>\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nThe Other Professor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2234">Rowland</a><br>\nSentinel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">unreadpages</a><br>\nDachshund: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy_k_p</a><br>\nDog-King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">AlanW</a><br>\nHead Growler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">eggs4ears</a><br>\nYoung Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">LibbyG</a><br>\nChorus (1): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">gloriana</a><br>\nChorus (2): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">eggs4ears</a><br>\nChorus (3): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nPeasant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nEric Lindon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">jessieyun0404</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a><br>\nHousekeeper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a><br>\nMother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a><br>\nWoman 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">CaprishaPage</a><br>\nWoman 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">gloriana</a><br>\nWoman 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nDolly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy_k_p</a><br>\nGirl 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy_k_p</a><br>\nGirl 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">LibbyG</a><br>\nGirl 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">etel13</a><br>\nFather: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">unreadpages</a><br>\nFrogs <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">eggs4ears</a><br>\n\n<b> Book coordinator: </b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\n\n<b>Text preparation: </b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\n\n<b>Proof Listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linny</a><br>\n\n<b>Audio editors:</b>\n(1) <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\n(2) <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">carteki</a><br> \n(3) <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10389">BrianL</a><br>\n(4) <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a>\n |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/sylvie-and-bruno-dramatic-reading-by-lewis-carroll/ |
sylvie bruno first published 1889 1893 second volume sylvie bruno concluded form last novel lewis carroll published lifetime volumes illustrated harry furniss br br novel two main plots one set real world time book published the victorian era fantasy world fairyland latter plot fairy tale many nonsense elements poems similar carroll s alice books story set victorian britain social novel characters discussing various concepts aspects religion society philosophy morality summary wikipedia br br cast list br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7800 vanos12 a a href https librivox org reader 1724 lezer a br man 1 a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br chancellor a elizabby a br crowd 1 a href https librivox org reader 1259 gloriana a br crowd 2 a href https librivox org reader 6097 eggs4ears a br crowd 3 a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br crowd 4 a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a br bruno urchin 1 a href https librivox org reader 8009 francesb a br bruno urchin 2 a href https librivox org reader 6130 chyanne a br voice 1 a href https librivox org reader 7679 libbyg a br voice 2 a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br man 2 a href https librivox org reader 8799 unreadpages a br sub warden vice warden a href https librivox org reader 2854 english andrew a br man livery a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br warden beggar a href https librivox org reader 10389 brianl a br sylvie lame child a href https librivox org reader 6544 jofriday21 a br professor 1 a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br professor 2 a href https librivox org reader 47 bart a br guard a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br arthur a href https librivox org reader 8803 ben lindsey clark a br lady 1 lady muriel a href https librivox org reader 9101 treble768 a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br lady 2 sub warden s wife a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br uggug a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy_k_p a br station master a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br gardener a href https librivox org reader 4738 lenxz1 a br footman a href https librivox org reader 8799 unreadpages a br music master a href https librivox org reader 6097 eggs4ears a br baron a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br earl a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a br tailor a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br professor a href https librivox org reader 2234 rowland a br sentinel a href https librivox org reader 8799 unreadpages a br dachshund a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy_k_p a br dog king a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br head growler a href https librivox org reader 6097 eggs4ears a br young lady a href https librivox org reader 7679 libbyg a br chorus 1 a href https librivox org reader 1259 gloriana a br chorus 2 a href https librivox org reader 6097 eggs4ears a br chorus 3 a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br peasant a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br eric lindon a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessieyun0404 a a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a br servant a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a br housekeeper a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a br mother a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a br woman 1 a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprishapage a br woman 2 a href https librivox org reader 1259 gloriana a br woman 3 a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br dolly a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy_k_p a br girl 1 a href https librivox org reader 3615 lucy_k_p a br girl 2 a href https librivox org reader 7679 libbyg a br girl 3 a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel13 a br father a href https librivox org reader 8799 unreadpages a br frogs a href https librivox org reader 6097 eggs4ears a br b book coordinator b a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br b text preparation b a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br b proof listener b a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br b audio editors b 1 a href https librivox org reader 2825 ernst pattynama a br 2 a href https librivox org reader 9759 carteki a br 3 a href https librivox org reader 10389 brianl a br 4 a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a |
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8265 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02 No. 3-5 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 2 Number 3:</b> </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Arctic Cruise of the U.S.S. Thetis in the Summer and Autumn of 1889.</li>\n<li>The Law of Storms, considered with special reference to the North Atlantic.</li>\n<li>The Irrigation Problem in Montana.</li></ul></p>\n<ul>\n<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 2 Number 4:</b></h3>\n<li>Korea and the Koreans.</li>\n<li>The Ordnance Survey of Great Britain - its history and object.</li>\n<li>Geographic Nomenclature.</li></ul></p>\n<ul> \n<p><h3><b>National Geographic Magazine Volume 2 Number 5:</b></h3>\n<li>Announcement.</li>\n<li>Summary of Reports on the Mt. St. Elias Expedition.</li>\n<li>By-Laws and Rules of the National Geographic Society.</li></ul></p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-02-no-3-5-by-various/ |
p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 2 number 3 b h3 ul li the arctic cruise u s s thetis summer autumn 1889 li li the law storms considered special reference north atlantic li li the irrigation problem montana li ul p ul p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 2 number 4 b h3 li korea koreans li li the ordnance survey great britain history object li li geographic nomenclature li ul p ul p h3 b national geographic magazine volume 2 number 5 b h3 li announcement li li summary reports mt st elias expedition li li by laws rules national geographic society li ul p |
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8266 |
Inland Voyage |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Travel & Geography |
As a young man, Stevenson wished to be financially independent and began his literary career by writing travelogues. This is his first published work, written at a time when travel for pleasure was still a rarity. He and a friend traveled by canoe through France and Belgium and he relates how they were thrown in jail, mistaken for traveling salesmen and became embroiled in gypsy life. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/an-inland-voyage-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
young man stevenson wished financially independent began literary career writing travelogues first published work written time travel pleasure still rarity friend traveled canoe france belgium relates thrown jail mistaken traveling salesmen became embroiled gypsy life summary lynne thompson p |
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7656 |
8268 |
Folk Tales Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Children's Fiction, General |
We have always loved stories. people have always entertained each other by telling tales around the campfire; traveling storytellers were huge crowd-pullers. Many of these stories were passed down through the generations, largely unchanged. "The stories made by the people, and told before evening fires, or in public places and at the gates of inns in the Orient, belong to the ages when books were few and knowledge limited, or to people whose fancy was not hampered by familiarity with or care for facts; they are the creations, as they were the amusement, of men and women who were children in knowledge, but were thinking deeply and often wisely of what life meant to them, and were eager to know and hear more about themselves, their fellows, and the world. In the earlier folk-stories one finds a childlike simplicity and readiness to believe in the marvellous; and these qualities are found also in the French peasant's version of the career of Napoleon. " (from the Introduction). - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/folk-tales-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
always loved stories people always entertained telling tales around campfire traveling storytellers huge crowd pullers many stories passed generations largely unchanged the stories made people told evening fires public places gates inns orient belong ages books knowledge limited people whose fancy hampered familiarity care facts creations amusement men women children knowledge thinking deeply often wisely life meant them eager know hear themselves fellows world earlier folk stories one finds childlike simplicity readiness believe marvellous qualities found also french peasant s version career napoleon from introduction summary lynne thompson p |
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7657 |
8269 |
Langs Lijnen van Geleidelijkheid |
Louis Couperus |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Romance |
Men moet verklaren dat de lezende wereld, als zij niet ontvankelijk was voor de 'Lijnen van geleidelijkheid', al heel ondankbaar zou moeten zijn. Men verslindt Ouidà, waardeert Bourget, prijst Zola; welnu, het boek is kleurig, artistiek, Italiaansch als Ouidà; psychologisch tot in het weeke als Bourget, en de 'bête humaine' doet er zich gelden als bij den brutaalsten verist; terwijl Couperus zich de moeite geeft over dat alles enkele malen, - niet vaak genoeg, - het tooverkleed van zijn mooi modern Hollandsch te spreiden. En dat alles in weloverwogen verhouding, in pikante afwisseling en ook zich aansluitend bij tal van andere stromingen; wanneer wij langzamerhand bijna genoeg gaan krijgen van den wel wat heel platonischen Duco, wisselt de auteur hem af met den heel onplatonischen huzaar; als het pension en het bovenkamertje wat eentonig worden, komt de pracht van de feodale burcht in de Abruzzen met de Camera degli sposi, or-sur-or, en de zonsondergang over het meer van San Stefano; als we wat veel aan Ouidà denken, heeft Duco in zijn fatalistische afstand-doen iets Tolstoïsch. Inderdaad is het in het voordeel van een groot talent, zich eens voor een enkele maal in gelijke conditiën met de gewonen te plaatsen; een Psyche of Fidessa doen niet zoo Couperus' superioriteit uitkomen als een gewone amusementsroman, in dit geval 'Lijnen.'\n\n(Uit: Nederland 1900, nr.3, p.360-361.) |
Dutch |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/langs-lijnen-van-geleidelijkheid-by-louis-couperus/ |
men moet verklaren dat de lezende wereld als zij niet ontvankelijk voor de lijnen van geleidelijkheid al heel ondankbaar zou moeten zijn men verslindt ouidà waardeert bourget prijst zola welnu het boek kleurig artistiek italiaansch als ouidà psychologisch tot het weeke als bourget en de bête humaine doet er zich gelden als bij den brutaalsten verist terwijl couperus zich de moeite geeft dat alles enkele malen niet vaak genoeg het tooverkleed van zijn mooi modern hollandsch te spreiden en dat alles weloverwogen verhouding pikante afwisseling en ook zich aansluitend bij tal van andere stromingen wanneer wij langzamerhand bijna genoeg gaan krijgen van den wel wat heel platonischen duco wisselt de auteur hem af met den heel onplatonischen huzaar als het pension en het bovenkamertje wat eentonig worden komt de pracht van de feodale burcht de abruzzen met de camera degli sposi or sur or en de zonsondergang het meer van san stefano als wat veel aan ouidà denken heeft duco zijn fatalistische afstand doen iets tolstoïsch inderdaad het het voordeel van een groot talent zich eens voor een enkele maal gelijke conditiën met de gewonen te plaatsen een psyche fidessa doen niet zoo couperus superioriteit uitkomen als een gewone amusementsroman dit geval lijnen uit nederland 1900 nr 3 p 360 361 |
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8270 |
Deutsche Literaturgeschichte in einer Stunde |
Klabund |
Literary Criticism |
Von den ältesten Zeiten bis zur Gegenwart\n<br><br>\nEine Literaturgeschichte von einem Literaten!<br>\nDer Stil ist modern (für die PD), persönlich und amüsant zu lesen, z.B. "Er ist kein großer Dichter, aber ein Dichter: zu den Klassikern haben ihn nur die Fabrikanten von Klassikerliteratur gemacht: denen genügen Schiller, Goethe, Kleist aus Geschäftsgründen nicht, die Brautpaare verlangen beim Heiraten zur Komplettierung ihrer Wohnungseinrichtung eine ganze Klassikerausstattung: [...]" <br>\n1 - Einführung<br>\n2 - Nibelungen, Walter von der Vogelweide<br>\n3 - Hans Sachs, Martin Luther, Andreas Gryphius, Christoph von Grimmelshausen<br>\n4 - Lessing, Klopstock<br>\n5 - Schiller, Goethe<br>\n6 - Arnim, Brentano<br>\n7 - Heine, Mörike<br>\n8 - Keller, Fontane, Storm<br>\n9 - Morgenstern, Trakl<br>\nDie einzelnen Abschnitt behandeln neben diesen berühmten Autoren auch die jeweiligen Zeitgenossen.<br><br> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/deutsche-literaturgeschichte-in-einer-stunde-by-klabund/ |
von den ältesten zeiten bis zur gegenwart br br eine literaturgeschichte von einem literaten br der stil ist modern für die pd persönlich und amüsant zu lesen z b er ist kein großer dichter aber ein dichter zu den klassikern haben ihn nur die fabrikanten von klassikerliteratur gemacht denen genügen schiller goethe kleist aus geschäftsgründen nicht die brautpaare verlangen beim heiraten zur komplettierung ihrer wohnungseinrichtung eine ganze klassikerausstattung br 1 einführung br 2 nibelungen walter von der vogelweide br 3 hans sachs martin luther andreas gryphius christoph von grimmelshausen br 4 lessing klopstock br 5 schiller goethe br 6 arnim brentano br 7 heine mörike br 8 keller fontane storm br 9 morgenstern trakl br die einzelnen abschnitt behandeln neben diesen berühmten autoren auch die jeweiligen zeitgenossen br br |
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8271 |
Tom Swift and His Submarine Boat |
Victor Appleton |
Action & Adventure |
Otherwise known as 'Under the Ocean for Sunken Treasure', is Volume 4 in the original Tom Swift novel series. Tom persuades his father to use his own submarine to hunt for treasure on a sunken ship. The book follows his adventures in this pursuit. - Summary by Claire Schreuder</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tom-swift-and-his-submarine-boat-by-victor-appleton/ |
otherwise known under ocean sunken treasure volume 4 original tom swift novel series tom persuades father use submarine hunt treasure sunken ship book follows adventures pursuit summary claire schreuder p |
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7660 |
8272 |
Concerning the Spiritual in Art |
Wassily Kandinsky |
Art, Design & Architecture |
Published in 1911, Kandinsky's book compares the spiritual life of humanity to a pyramid -- the artist has a mission to lead others to the pinnacle with his work. The point of the pyramid is those few, great artists. It is a spiritual pyramid, advancing and ascending slowly even if it sometimes appears immobile. During decadent periods, the soul sinks to the bottom of the pyramid; humanity searches only for external success, ignoring spiritual forces. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-the-spiritual-in-art-by-wassily-kandinsky/ |
published 1911 kandinsky s book compares spiritual life humanity pyramid artist mission lead others pinnacle work point pyramid few great artists spiritual pyramid advancing ascending slowly even sometimes appears immobile decadent periods soul sinks bottom pyramid humanity searches external success ignoring spiritual forces summary wikipedia p |
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7661 |
8273 |
Quest of the Golden Ape |
Randall Garrett |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
How could this man awaken with no past—no childhood—no recollection except of a vague world of terror from which his mother cried out for vengeance and the slaughter of his own people stood as a monument of infamy? - Summary by Gutenberg text <p>\nImage is an illustration from the Gutenberg text.<p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/quest-of-the-golden-ape-by-randall-garrett/ |
could man awaken past no childhood no recollection except vague world terror mother cried vengeance slaughter people stood monument infamy summary gutenberg text p image illustration gutenberg text p |
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7662 |
8274 |
Florence Nightingale the Angel of the Crimea |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
One evening, some time after the great Crimean War of 1854-55, a company of military and naval officers met at dinner in London. They were talking over the war, as soldiers and sailors love to do, and somebody said: "Who, of all the workers in the Crimea, will be longest remembered?"\nEach guest was asked to give his opinion on this point, and each one wrote a name on a slip of paper. There were many slips, but when they came to be examined there was only one name, for every single man had written "Florence Nightingale." Every English boy and girl knows the beautiful story of Miss Nightingale's life. Indeed, hers is perhaps the best-loved name in England since good Queen Victoria died. It will be a great pleasure to me to tell this story to our own boys and girls in this country; and it shall begin, as all proper stories do, at the beginning. - Summary by the author<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/florence-nightingale-the-angel-of-the-crimea-by-laura-e-richards/ |
one evening time great crimean war 1854 55 company military naval officers met dinner london talking war soldiers sailors love do somebody said who workers crimea longest remembered guest asked give opinion point one wrote name slip paper many slips came examined one name every single man written florence nightingale every english boy girl knows beautiful story miss nightingale s life indeed perhaps best loved name england since good queen victoria died great pleasure tell story boys girls country shall begin proper stories do beginning summary author p |
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7663 |
8275 |
Our Little Siamese Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
General |
A book written for children to see what life is like for their 'cousins' in Siam. This is part of the "Our Little Cousin" series and like the others, brings to life the day to day occurrences and celebrations of children around the world that are so different, yet at heart, all the same because children and the parents who love and cherish them are the same too no matter where they live. This book lets us attend some of their Siamese festivals, take a peep into the royal palace, enter the temples, and learn something about the ways and habits of that far-away eastern country. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-siamese-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
book written children see life like cousins siam part our little cousin series like others brings life day day occurrences celebrations children around world different yet heart children parents love cherish matter live book lets us attend siamese festivals take peep royal palace enter temples learn something ways habits far away eastern country summary phil chenevert p |
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8276 |
Child Life in Colonial Days |
Alice Morse Earle |
Historical |
The accounts of oldtime child life gathered for this book are wholly unconscious and full of honesty and simplicity, not only from the attitude of the child, but from that of his parents, guardians, and friends. The records have been made from affectionate interest, not from scientific interest; no profound search has been made for motives or significance, but the proof they give of tenderness and affection in the family are beautiful to read and to know. - Summary taken from Foreword of book.<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/child-life-in-colonial-days-by-alice-morse-earle/ |
accounts oldtime child life gathered book wholly unconscious full honesty simplicity attitude child parents guardians friends records made affectionate interest scientific interest profound search made motives significance proof give tenderness affection family beautiful read know summary taken foreword book p |
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7665 |
8277 |
Taxi |
Amy Lowell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Taxi by Amy Lowell. This was the Weekly Poetry project for October 13, 2013. (Summary by Diana Majlinger)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-taxi-by-amy-lowell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings taxi amy lowell weekly poetry project october 13 2013 summary diana majlinger p |
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8278 |
Red Headed League |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
"The Adventure of the Red-Headed League" is one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It first appeared in The Strand Magazine in August 1891. Conan Doyle ranked "The Red-Headed League" second in his list of his twelve favorite Holmes stories. \n\nIn this story, Holmes is presented with a perplexing mystery involving a league set up to aid and benefit men with especially vivid red hair who live in London. Is this a crime? Of course not, but even the brilliant Holmes needs 'three pipefulls' of meditation time to penetrate the nefarious plots hidden beneath this seemingly innocuous fraternal aid society. Listen and enjoy the beautiful way in which only the great Sherlock Holmes deals with the situation. (summary from Wikipedia and the reader)<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-headed-league-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
the adventure red headed league one 56 sherlock holmes short stories written sir arthur conan doyle first appeared strand magazine august 1891 conan doyle ranked the red headed league second list twelve favorite holmes stories story holmes presented perplexing mystery involving league set aid benefit men especially vivid red hair live london crime course not even brilliant holmes needs three pipefulls meditation time penetrate nefarious plots hidden beneath seemingly innocuous fraternal aid society listen enjoy beautiful way great sherlock holmes deals situation summary wikipedia reader p |
| 7728 |
7667 |
8279 |
Audrey Craven |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
In May Sinclair’s remarkable first novel, Audrey Craven is a beautiful young woman who has by her idiosyncracies acquired a thoroughly undeserved reputation for originality. In fact, Audrey is a shallow, selfish, malleable person of negligible intelligence, with a fastidious horror of anyone who might be considered a nobody. Her pursuit of the stimulation of extraordinary minds (and her persistent fantasy of being somebody’s Muse) brings her into contact with serious women and men representing the profoundest passions of art, religion, science, and love. The question is, will these encounters prove to be her salvation, or will her vindictive self-centeredness damage the ardent lives she touches? (Expatriate)<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/audrey-craven-by-may-sinclair/ |
may sinclair s remarkable first novel audrey craven beautiful young woman idiosyncracies acquired thoroughly undeserved reputation originality fact audrey shallow selfish malleable person negligible intelligence fastidious horror anyone might considered nobody pursuit stimulation extraordinary minds and persistent fantasy somebody s muse brings contact serious women men representing profoundest passions art religion science love question is encounters prove salvation vindictive self centeredness damage ardent lives touches expatriate p |
| 7729 |
7702 |
8315 |
Blue Jar Story Book |
Maria Edgeworth |
Short works |
This is a collection of 6 delightful stories about children by some of the best authors of the period: Charles Lamb, Mary Lamb, Maria Edgeworth and Alicia Catherine Mant. These stories are well written and although they feature children and their escapades, clearly can be enjoyed by adults as well if not more. - Summary by Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-jar-story-book-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
collection 6 delightful stories children best authors period charles lamb mary lamb maria edgeworth alicia catherine mant stories well written although feature children escapades clearly enjoyed adults well more summary phil chenevert p |
| 7730 |
7668 |
8280 |
Chessmen of Mars (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
Tara of Helium, John Carter's second child, is nearly as beautiful as her mother, Deja Thoris, and as independent-minded as her father. These qualities cause her much grief during a long series of imprisonments by hostile aliens. She is aided by a rejected suitor whom she fails to recognize but gradually learns first to trust and then to love, despite what she imagines to be a hopeless chasm between their social classes. A highly evolved race of intelligent beings is discovered in this novel, one of whom forms with Tara a complicated relationship that opens his eyes to the value of certain aspects of life which he and his kind have shed. We also learn of an ancient Martian culture differing markedly from the technologically advanced civilizations of other city-states; one of its pastimes is a bloody variation of Martian chess, played with human beings as the game pieces. For variety of character and incident, this novel is unsurpassed by its four predecessors in the series. (Summary by Thomas Copeland)<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-chessmen-of-mars-version-2-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
tara helium john carter s second child nearly beautiful mother deja thoris independent minded father qualities cause much grief long series imprisonments hostile aliens aided rejected suitor fails recognize gradually learns first trust love despite imagines hopeless chasm social classes highly evolved race intelligent beings discovered novel one forms tara complicated relationship opens eyes value certain aspects life kind shed also learn ancient martian culture differing markedly technologically advanced civilizations city states one pastimes bloody variation martian chess played human beings game pieces variety character incident novel unsurpassed four predecessors series summary thomas copeland p |
| 7731 |
7669 |
8281 |
Bright Messenger |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Julian LeVallon, born and raised alone in the Jura Mountains, is referred to psychiatrist Dr. Edward Fillery for care in London. But is LeVallon merely a schizophrenic with a secondary personality, "N.H." (non-human), or is he really an Elemental Being, a "bright messenger" who brings, perhaps, a new age of human evolution? And if so, is the human race ready for a major step forward? [Summary by Mark Nelson]<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-bright-messenger-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
julian levallon born raised alone jura mountains referred psychiatrist dr edward fillery care london levallon merely schizophrenic secondary personality n h non human really elemental being bright messenger brings perhaps new age human evolution so human race ready major step forward summary mark nelson p |
| 7732 |
7670 |
8282 |
Short Poetry Collection 138 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 25 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-138-by-various/ |
collection 25 poems read librivox volunteers november 2014 p |
| 7733 |
7671 |
8283 |
Journal of A Residence On A Georgian Plantation, 1838-1839 |
Frances Anne Kemble |
*Non-fiction |
Fanny Kemble was a British actress who married mega-plantation owner, Pierce Butler of Georgia. During her marriage she kept journals of everyday life, and after some years grew to detest the institution of slavery and the things Butler stood for. Kemble eventually divorced him, but it wasn't until after the Civil War had started that she published her journal about her observations and the experiences of the hundreds of African American slaves owned by her ex-husband. - Summary by James K. White<p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/journal-of-a-residence-on-a-georgian-plantation-1838-1839-by-frances-anne-kemble/ |
fanny kemble british actress married mega plantation owner pierce butler georgia marriage kept journals everyday life years grew detest institution slavery things butler stood for kemble eventually divorced him civil war started published journal observations experiences hundreds african american slaves owned ex husband summary james k white p |
| 7734 |
7672 |
8284 |
Upper Room: Being a Few Truths for the Times |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Other |
Ryle became the first Anglican bishop of Liverpool during a volatile time for the Church of England. Ryle was a strong supporter of the evangelical school and a critic of Ritualism. He was a writer, pastor and an evangelical preacher. Among his longer works are Christian Leaders of the Eighteenth Century (1869), Expository Thoughts on the Gospels (7 vols, 1856–69), Principles for Churchmen (1884). Ryle was described as having a commanding presence and vigorous in advocating his principles albeit with a warm disposition. (Summary by Tim Cote)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/upper-room-being-a-few-truths-for-the-times-by-j-c-ryle/ |
ryle became first anglican bishop liverpool volatile time church england ryle strong supporter evangelical school critic ritualism writer pastor evangelical preacher among longer works christian leaders eighteenth century 1869 expository thoughts gospels 7 vols 1856 69 principles churchmen 1884 ryle described commanding presence vigorous advocating principles albeit warm disposition summary tim cote p |
| 7735 |
7673 |
8285 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 020 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 020: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-020-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 020 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
| 7736 |
7674 |
8286 |
Towards Democracy |
Edward Carpenter |
Poetry, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
“Civilization sinks and swims, but the old facts remain—the sun smiles, knowing well its strength.” Edward Carpenter (1844-1929) wrote his prose poem, Towards Democracy, styled after Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass, in a summer burst of creativity. “Early in 1881, no doubt as the culmination and result of struggles and experiences that had been going on, I became conscious that a mass of material was forming within me, imperatively demanding expression . . .” An English intellectual, Carpenter was in rebellion against Victorian prudery. Railing against Industrialization’s dehumanization, he preached a return to a simple life in harmony with Nature. Towards Democracy reads like Beat poetry—wild flowing word associations, moments of insight so clear they hurt, interspersed with pure rant! Included is an essay Carpenter wrote in 1894 explaining his intent and feelings in writing Towards Democracy. - Summary by Sue Anderson<p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/towards-democracy-by-edward-carpenter/ |
civilization sinks swims old facts remain the sun smiles knowing well strength edward carpenter 1844 1929 wrote prose poem towards democracy styled walt whitman s leaves grass summer burst creativity early 1881 doubt culmination result struggles experiences going on became conscious mass material forming within me imperatively demanding expression english intellectual carpenter rebellion victorian prudery railing industrialization s dehumanization preached return simple life harmony nature towards democracy reads like beat poetry wild flowing word associations moments insight clear hurt interspersed pure rant included essay carpenter wrote 1894 explaining intent feelings writing towards democracy summary sue anderson p |
| 7737 |
7675 |
8287 |
Byways to Blessedness |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
James Allen instructs us on how to improve our life and spiritual well-being through the power of positive thinking. He teaches us to live in the present and appreciate the moment. Allen asserts that the power of each person to form his own character and create his own happiness is within. "Life is full of beginnings. They are presented every day and every hour to every person. Most beginnings are small, and appear trivial and insignificant, but in reality they are the most important things in life." --James Allen - Summary by Andrea Fiore<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/byways-to-blessedness-by-james-allen/ |
james allen instructs us improve life spiritual well being power positive thinking teaches us live present appreciate moment allen asserts power person form character create happiness within life full beginnings presented every day every hour every person beginnings small appear trivial insignificant reality important things life james allen summary andrea fiore p |
| 7738 |
7676 |
8288 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. I (version 2) |
James Boswell |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew one of England's most influential men of letters and he also gives us frequent glimpses of other famous personalities who were part of Johnson's circle in eighteenth century London.\n\n - Summary by barbara2</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-by-james-boswell-version-2/ |
first four volumes new intimate type biography first published 1791 annotated numerous editors boswell took many notes johnson s conversations time knew one england s influential men letters also gives us frequent glimpses famous personalities part johnson s circle eighteenth century london summary barbara2 p |
| 7739 |
7677 |
8289 |
acht Gesichter am Biwasee |
Max Dauthendey |
Erotica, Romance |
Liebesgeschichten aus Japan: Am Biwasee, nahe der uralten Kaiserstadt Kioto, haben die Japaner acht Landschaftsgesichter von unsterblicher Leidenschaft entdeckt.<br>\nDauthendey hat sich für dieses Buch von einer alten japanischen Tradition inspirieren lassen. Acht Ansichten des Biwa-Sees oder Acht Ansichten von Ōmi (Ōmi Hakkei) ist der Titel vieler Serien von Bildern oder Gedichten, in denen japanische Künstler die Landschaft um den Biwasee darstellen. Die “Acht Ansichten” gibt es seit dem 15. Jahrhundert, sie bestehen aus den festgelegten realen Orten, die Dauthendey zu seine Erzählungen inspiriert haben. Die Geschichten, dass sei vorab verraten, sind oft traurig, und doch sind sie sehr schön, wie die Liebe ja oft in der Literatur dann am schönsten ist, wenn sie unglücklich ist.<br>(Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)<p> |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/die-acht-gesichter-am-biwasee-by-max-dauthendey/ |
liebesgeschichten aus japan biwasee nahe der uralten kaiserstadt kioto haben die japaner acht landschaftsgesichter von unsterblicher leidenschaft entdeckt br dauthendey hat sich für dieses buch von einer alten japanischen tradition inspirieren lassen acht ansichten des biwa sees oder acht ansichten von ōmi ōmi hakkei ist der titel vieler serien von bildern oder gedichten denen japanische künstler die landschaft um den biwasee darstellen die acht ansichten gibt es seit dem 15 jahrhundert sie bestehen aus den festgelegten realen orten die dauthendey zu seine erzählungen inspiriert haben die geschichten dass sei vorab verraten sind oft traurig und doch sind sie sehr schön wie die liebe ja oft der literatur dann schönsten ist wenn sie unglücklich ist br zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 7740 |
7678 |
8290 |
Cat: Its Natural History, Varieties and Management |
Philip M. Rule |
Animals |
"The origin of the domestic cat (Felis domestica) is a subject about which there has been much conjecture and scientific discussion, but without any positive issue. Very long before the cat was kept in this country as a domesticated animal it was possessed by the ancient Egyptians in a tame state, and was, moreover, held in reverence by that remarkable and superstitious people, being regarded sacred to the goddess Pasht. As the domestic cat in different parts of the world will breed occasionally with the wild races of the locality, and as cats are conveyed from country to country, it is probable that our cats are of somewhat compound pedigree. It is considered probable that our fine English tabbies have a trace of the British wild-cat blood in their veins, although it may be obscure." - Summary by the author<p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-cat-its-natural-history-varieties-and-management-by-philip-m-rule/ |
the origin domestic cat felis domestica subject much conjecture scientific discussion without positive issue long cat kept country domesticated animal possessed ancient egyptians tame state was moreover held reverence remarkable superstitious people regarded sacred goddess pasht domestic cat different parts world breed occasionally wild races locality cats conveyed country country probable cats somewhat compound pedigree considered probable fine english tabbies trace british wild cat blood veins although may obscure summary author p |
| 7741 |
7679 |
8291 |
Ausgewählte Erzählungen |
Alexander Pushkin |
Single Author Collections |
Dies ist eine Sammlung der bekanntesten kurzen Erzählungen von Alexander Puschkin, wie zum Beispiel <em>Das Fräulein als Bäuerin</em>, <em>Die Pique-Dame</em>, und <em>Der Stationsaufseher</em>. Außerdem ist das Dramafragment <em>Die Russalka</em> enthalten, gelesen mit verteilten Rollen. (Zusammenfassung von Availle)<br><br>\nErzähler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7998">RenateIngrid</a> <br> \nMüller, Alter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a> <br> \nTochter des Müllers, Stimme, Königin der Russalken: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a> <br>\nFürst: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a> <br> \nFreiwerber: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9132">Friedrich</a> <br>\nFreiwerberin und Chor der Mädchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9241">Shanty</a> <br> \nStallknecht: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Tlaloc</a> <br> \nGast: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9179">inflected</a> <br> \nSchaffner und Jäger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8732">LordOider</a> <br> \nFürstin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Carolin</a> <br> \nAmme: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">J_N</a> <br> \nMehrere Russalken: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">ShiNeko</a> <br>\nTochter der Russalka: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3885">aravis</a> <br><br>\n<b>Audioschnitt:</b> Karlsson <br><br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ausgewaehlte-erzaehlungen-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
dies ist eine sammlung der bekanntesten kurzen erzählungen von alexander puschkin wie zum beispiel em das fräulein als bäuerin em em die pique dame em und em der stationsaufseher em außerdem ist das dramafragment em die russalka em enthalten gelesen mit verteilten rollen zusammenfassung von availle br br erzähler a href https librivox org reader 7998 renateingrid a br müller alter a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br tochter des müllers stimme königin der russalken a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br fürst a href https librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br freiwerber a href https librivox org reader 9132 friedrich a br freiwerberin und chor der mädchen a href https librivox org reader 9241 shanty a br stallknecht a href https librivox org reader 5764 tlaloc a br gast a href https librivox org reader 9179 inflected a br schaffner und jäger a href https librivox org reader 8732 lordoider a br fürstin a href https librivox org reader 5244 carolin a br amme a href https librivox org reader 5424 j_n a br mehrere russalken a href https librivox org reader 8447 shineko a br tochter der russalka a href https librivox org reader 3885 aravis a br br b audioschnitt b karlsson br br |
| 7742 |
7680 |
8292 |
Poison Romance And Poison Mysteries |
Charles John Samuel Thompson |
*Non-fiction |
A writer and physician, Charles John Samuel Thompson wrote several works on poisons which are still consulted today. He is especially informative on early historical poisons. This book discusses many cases of poisoning, famous and not so, as well as various topics on poisons and poisoning. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/poison-romance-and-poison-mysteries-by-charles-john-samuel-thompson/ |
writer physician charles john samuel thompson wrote several works poisons still consulted today especially informative early historical poisons book discusses many cases poisoning famous so well various topics poisons poisoning summary david wales p |
| 7743 |
7681 |
8293 |
Importance of Being Earnest (Version 4) |
Oscar Wilde |
Satire |
This is a solo recording of the play, meaning that all parts including stage directions are performed by one person. LibriVox has three excellent dramatic recordings with all the parts played by different people so if that is more to your taste, please listen to them. \nLittle needs to be said about the play itself, a sparkling example of Wilde's amazing ability to poke fun at almost everyone while making you laugh out loud at the witty sayings sprinkled throughout the acts. As to the plot, if you don't know it already, let me just say that it involves two young English men who fall madly and instantly in love with two young English.women who of course love them back mainly because their name is Earnest. Unfortunately, that is not their names and there are many bumps and crashes on the road to the happy wedding bells. I only hope I have done justice to this jewel of a play. Please listen and enjoy ! <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-importance-of-being-earnest-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
solo recording play meaning parts including stage directions performed one person librivox three excellent dramatic recordings parts played different people taste please listen them little needs said play itself sparkling example wilde s amazing ability poke fun almost everyone making laugh loud witty sayings sprinkled throughout acts plot know already let say involves two young english men fall madly instantly love two young english women course love back mainly name earnest unfortunately names many bumps crashes road happy wedding bells hope done justice jewel play please listen enjoy p |
| 7744 |
7682 |
8294 |
Our Little Japanese Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
General |
Meet Lotus Blossom, our little Japanese Cousin and her little brother Toyo. Join them in their everyday life and learn about Japanese customs and culture. (Summary by Julia Niedermaier)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-japanese-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
meet lotus blossom little japanese cousin little brother toyo join everyday life learn japanese customs culture summary julia niedermaier p |
| 7745 |
7683 |
8295 |
Book of Cats |
Charles Henry Ross |
Animals & Nature |
One day, ever so long ago, it struck me that I should like to try and write a book about Cats. I mentioned the idea to some of my friends: the first burst out laughing at the end of my opening sentence, so I refrained from entering into further details. The second said there were a hundred books about Cats already. The third said, “Nobody would read it,” and added, “Besides, what do you know of the subject?” and before I had time to begin to tell him, said he expected it was very little. “Why not Dogs?” asked one friend of mine, hitting upon the notion as though by inspiration. “Or Horses,” said some one else; “or Pigs; or, look here, this is the finest notion of all:—<p>\n\n<br><br>‘THE BOOK OF DONKIES,\n<br>BY ONE OF THE FAMILY!’”\n\n<br><br>Somewhat disheartened by the reception my little project had met with, I gave up the idea for awhile, and went to work upon other things. I cannot exactly remember what I did, or how much, but my book about Cats was postponed sine die, and in the meantime I made some inquiries.\n\n<br><br>I hope I have not been very prosy, and I hope, in the somewhat large collection of Cat anecdotes here brought together, “the only one worth the trouble of relating” has not been omitted. If this has been the case, allow me to assure you it has not been because I have spared any trouble in gathering together my materials. (C.H.Ross) |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-cats-by-charles-henry-ross/ |
one day ever long ago struck like try write book cats mentioned idea friends first burst laughing end opening sentence refrained entering details second said hundred books cats already third said nobody would read it added besides know subject time begin tell him said expected little why dogs asked one friend mine hitting upon notion though inspiration or horses said one else or pigs or look here finest notion all p br br the book donkies br by one family br br somewhat disheartened reception little project met with gave idea awhile went work upon things cannot exactly remember did much book cats postponed sine die meantime made inquiries br br i hope prosy hope somewhat large collection cat anecdotes brought together the one worth trouble relating omitted case allow assure spared trouble gathering together materials c h ross |
| 7746 |
7684 |
8296 |
Among the Forest People |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Animals & Nature |
Another delightful children's book by Clara Dillingham Pierson about various forest animals - what they do, and what they are like. Each one also giving subtle moral and life lessons to young children. - Summary by Claire Schreuder<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-forest-people-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
another delightful children s book clara dillingham pierson various forest animals do like one also giving subtle moral life lessons young children summary claire schreuder p |
| 7747 |
7685 |
8297 |
Better Far to Pass Away |
Richard Dennys |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />At this time of year, we dedicate the Fortnightly Poetry project to the fallen in war. This poem, written at a time when the average life expectancy of an officer at the front was a mere six weeks, vividly demonstrates a young officer's expectation and acceptance of his own death. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/better-far-to-pass-away-by-richard-dennys/ |
br at time year dedicate fortnightly poetry project fallen war poem written time average life expectancy officer front mere six weeks vividly demonstrates young officer s expectation acceptance death summary ruth golding br br |
| 7748 |
7686 |
8298 |
Wheel Of Time |
Henry James |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Fanny Knocker is a very, very plain young woman. She is introduced to the extremely handsome, thoroughly impoverished, younger son of an old family. What will transpire? (David Wales)<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-wheel-of-time-by-henry-james/ |
fanny knocker very plain young woman introduced extremely handsome thoroughly impoverished younger son old family transpire david wales p |
| 7749 |
7687 |
8299 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces On The Ranch |
L. Frank Baum |
Published 1900 onward |
Aunt Jane's Nieces On The Ranch sees the reappearance of Louise and Arthur Weldon after the birth of their first child, Jane. The family lives in California and hire a nurse, a local Mexican woman, much to Uncle John's disapproval. Racial tension is explored as a New York woman is brought in to care for the child. Meanwhile, the Mexican nurse, Inez, is certain the ranch is haunted. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-on-the-ranch-by-l-frank-baum/ |
aunt jane s nieces ranch sees reappearance louise arthur weldon birth first child jane family lives california hire nurse local mexican woman much uncle john s disapproval racial tension explored new york woman brought care child meanwhile mexican nurse inez certain ranch haunted summary lynne thompson p |
| 7750 |
7688 |
8300 |
Nothing But the Truth |
Frederic Stewart Isham |
Humorous Fiction |
A young man, finding himself unexpectedly impecunious, attempts to improve his fortunes by wagering that he can speak nothing but the absolute truth for three weeks. He soon learns, however, that telling only the unvarnished truth can have surprising consequences. This 1914 novel of love, mystery, and misunderstandings, with amusing characters and plot twists, was adapted as a Broadway play in 1916, followed by six motion pictures: in 1920 and 1929; in 1931 separately in Spanish, French and German; and in 1941 starring Bob Hope and Paulette Goddard. Frederic S. Isham was a writer of short stories, novels and plays. (Lee Smalley)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/nothing-but-the-truth-by-frederic-stewart-isham/ |
young man finding unexpectedly impecunious attempts improve fortunes wagering speak nothing absolute truth three weeks soon learns however telling unvarnished truth surprising consequences 1914 novel love mystery misunderstandings amusing characters plot twists adapted broadway play 1916 followed six motion pictures 1920 1929 1931 separately spanish french german 1941 starring bob hope paulette goddard frederic s isham writer short stories novels plays lee smalley p |
| 7751 |
9978 |
10616 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 12 (Multilingual) |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is the 12th edition of the Shakespeare Monologues Collection, in which librivox volunteers bring you their favourite characters' monologues. All topics and emotions are covered, from love to hate, comedies and tragedies, world-famous and lesser known lines. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-collection-vol-12-by-william-shakespeare/ |
12th edition shakespeare monologues collection librivox volunteers bring favourite characters monologues topics emotions covered love hate comedies tragedies world famous lesser known lines summary carolin p |
| 7752 |
7689 |
8301 |
Drum-Taps |
Walt Whitman |
Single author |
Drum Taps is the next collection of poems published by Walt Whitman after his famous Leaves of Grass. This collection is a direct response to Whitman's personal observations of the Civil War, many of which come from his volunteer efforts in wartime hospitals. Despite the miseries of war described, Whitman's poems in Drum Taps assert a steady patriotism in favor of Lincoln's war effort. Interestingly, the 1915 edition used for this reading includes an introduction from the Times Literary Supplement which draws analogies between the Civil War and the current throes of World War I, enlisting Whitman posthumously as a supporter of the Allied campaign against Germany. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/drum-taps-by-walt-whitman/ |
drum taps next collection poems published walt whitman famous leaves grass collection direct response whitman s personal observations civil war many come volunteer efforts wartime hospitals despite miseries war described whitman s poems drum taps assert steady patriotism favor lincoln s war effort interestingly 1915 edition used reading includes introduction times literary supplement draws analogies civil war current throes world war i enlisting whitman posthumously supporter allied campaign germany summary expatriate p |
| 7753 |
7690 |
8302 |
Vanishing Man |
R. Austin Freeman |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A young doctor, former student of the legal and medical expert Dr. John Thorndyke, finds himself almost accidentally drawn into a case in which a man has vanished. Perhaps he has died; perhaps not;but the issue is very important because the will that he has left behind is curiously -- annoyingly curiously -- worded. Fortunately, Dr. Thorndyke's rationality combined with his forensic skills, bring the case to a conclusion, while the young doctor meets the love of his life in the Egyptian rooms of the British Museum. ( Nicholas Cifford) <p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-vanishing-man-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
young doctor former student legal medical expert dr john thorndyke finds almost accidentally drawn case man vanished perhaps died perhaps not but issue important left behind curiously annoyingly curiously worded fortunately dr thorndyke s rationality combined forensic skills bring case conclusion young doctor meets love life egyptian rooms british museum nicholas cifford p |
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7691 |
8303 |
雁 (Gan) |
Ōgai Mori |
Literary Fiction |
語り手と同じ下宿にいた岡田は、無縁坂に住むお玉と、帽を取って挨拶をするようになった。お玉は、高利貸、末造の妾であった。ある日、青大将がお玉が飼っている紅雀を襲った。そこに岡田が通りかかり、蛇を退治してあげる。お玉は岡田と近づきになりたいと思い、末造が来ないと決まった日に、下女を帰らせ、岡田を待った。しかし、その日限り、岡田は一人でなく、行き帰りの二度とも連れ立って歩いていた。そして、岡田はその日を最後に、下宿を引き払って、ドイツに留学した。<br/><br/>The storyteller describes about the love between Okada (his friend) & Otama (a mistress of an usurer). Okada met Otama when he's walking around. (by ekzemplaro) <br/> <br/> |
Japanese |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/gan-by-ogai-mori/ |
語り手と同じ下宿にいた岡田は 無縁坂に住むお玉と 帽を取って挨拶をするようになった お玉は 高利貸 末造の妾であった ある日 青大将がお玉が飼っている紅雀を襲った そこに岡田が通りかかり 蛇を退治してあげる お玉は岡田と近づきになりたいと思い 末造が来ないと決まった日に 下女を帰らせ 岡田を待った しかし その日限り 岡田は一人でなく 行き帰りの二度とも連れ立って歩いていた そして 岡田はその日を最後に 下宿を引き払って ドイツに留学した br br the storyteller describes love okada his friend otama a mistress usurer okada met otama he s walking around by ekzemplaro br br |
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7692 |
8304 |
Ride Proud, Rebel! |
Andre Norton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Drew Rennie, served as a cavalry scout in Confederate general John Hunt Morgan's command. He had left home in 1862 after a final break with his harsh grandfather, who despised him since his birth because of his mother's runaway marriage to a Texan. During the final year of conflict Drew has the additional responsibility of looking out for his headstrong fifteen-year-old cousin Boyd, who has run away from home to join Morgan's command and has a lot to learn in the school of hard knocks the army provides. The story follows the two of them and a new friend, Anson Kirby, through campaigns in Kentucky, Tennessee and later on deeper into the South, first with Morgan and later under Forrest. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/ride-proud-rebel-by-andre-norton/ |
drew rennie served cavalry scout confederate general john hunt morgan s command left home 1862 final break harsh grandfather despised since birth mother s runaway marriage texan final year conflict drew additional responsibility looking headstrong fifteen year old cousin boyd run away home join morgan s command lot learn school hard knocks army provides story follows two new friend anson kirby campaigns kentucky tennessee later deeper south first morgan later forrest summary richard kilmer p |
| 7756 |
7693 |
8305 |
Spuk |
Klabund |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
\nIn "Spuk" erlebt der Ich-Erzähler metaphysische Visionen, die sich immer wieder mit der Realität vermischen, so dass die Grenze zwischen Traum und Wirklichkeit oft aufgehoben zu sein scheint. Er hat mitten im Kabarett einen Blutsturz erlitten und ist zusammengebrochen. Von einem ihm unbekannten Paar wird er in die Charité gebracht. Seine Schwäche und der Einfluss von Medikamenten, Schuldgefühle wegen des Todes seiner Frau und die Erinnerungen an eine lieb- und freudlose Kindheit quälen den Erzähler in einer für ihn aussichtslos erscheinenden Situation.\n<br/><br/>\nHINWEIS: Die Geschichte enthält einige recht drastische Schilderungen und ist nichts für zarte Gemüter!\n<br/><br/>\n<i>Klabund</i> ist das Pseudonym des Schriftstellers Alfred Henschke. In SPUK erzeugt er mit kurzen Sätzen und einer kraftvollen und schonungslosen Sprache eine eindringliche Stimmung. Bezeichnenderweise hat Klabund den 1922 erschienenen Roman im Januar bis April 1921 "im Fieber einer Krankheit" geschrieben, wie er in einer Vorbemerkung festhält. Der Autor litt seit seiner frühen Jugend an Tuberkulose; als 1928 noch eine Lungenentzündung hinzu kam, erlag er seinen Leiden im Alter von nur 38 Jahren. Klabund verfasste 25 Dramen und 14 Romane, die zum Teil erst postum veröffentlicht wurden, viele Erzählungen, zahlreiche Nachdichtungen und auch literaturgeschichtliche Werke.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) <p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/spuk-by-klabund/ |
spuk erlebt der ich erzähler metaphysische visionen die sich immer wieder mit der realität vermischen dass die grenze zwischen traum und wirklichkeit oft aufgehoben zu sein scheint er hat mitten im kabarett einen blutsturz erlitten und ist zusammengebrochen von einem ihm unbekannten paar wird er die charité gebracht seine schwäche und der einfluss von medikamenten schuldgefühle wegen des todes seiner frau und die erinnerungen eine lieb und freudlose kindheit quälen den erzähler einer für ihn aussichtslos erscheinenden situation br br hinweis die geschichte enthält einige recht drastische schilderungen und ist nichts für zarte gemüter br br i klabund i ist das pseudonym des schriftstellers alfred henschke spuk erzeugt er mit kurzen sätzen und einer kraftvollen und schonungslosen sprache eine eindringliche stimmung bezeichnenderweise hat klabund den 1922 erschienenen roman im januar bis april 1921 im fieber einer krankheit geschrieben wie er einer vorbemerkung festhält der autor litt seit seiner frühen jugend tuberkulose als 1928 noch eine lungenentzündung hinzu kam erlag er seinen leiden im alter von nur 38 jahren klabund verfasste 25 dramen und 14 romane die zum teil erst postum veröffentlicht wurden viele erzählungen zahlreiche nachdichtungen und auch literaturgeschichtliche werke zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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7749 |
8364 |
One and Two |
Will Carleton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This was the Fortnightly Poetry for November 10, 2013.\n\nRead in English by Alan Weyman; CaprishaPage; Drew Johnson; David Lawrence; Ernst Pattynama; Garrett Fitzgerald; Jason Mills; Jannie Meisberger; Julia Niedermaier; John Sercel; Jacob Paul Starr; mlcui; ravenotation and Savannah.\n\nWilliam McKendree Carleton was an American poet, best known for his poems about his rural life.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/one-and-two-by-will-carleton/ |
fortnightly poetry november 10 2013 read english alan weyman caprishapage drew johnson david lawrence ernst pattynama garrett fitzgerald jason mills jannie meisberger julia niedermaier john sercel jacob paul starr mlcui ravenotation savannah william mckendree carleton american poet best known poems rural life p |
| 7758 |
7694 |
8306 |
Under Western Eyes |
Joseph Conrad |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Under Western Eyes (1911) is a novel by Joseph Conrad. The novel takes place in St. Petersburg, Russia, and Geneva, Switzerland, and is viewed as Conrad's response to the themes explored in Crime and Punishment, Conrad being reputed to have detested Dostoevsky. It is also, some say, Conrad's response to his own early life; his father was a famous revolutionary imprisoned by the Russians, but, instead of following in his father's footsteps, at the age of sixteen Conrad left his native land forever....This novel is considered to be one of Conrad's major works and is close in subject matter to The Secret Agent. It is full of cynicism and conflict about the historical failures of revolutionary movements and ideals. Conrad remarks in this book, as well as others, on the irrationality of life, the opacity of character, the unfairness with which suffering is inflicted upon the innocent and poor, and the careless disregard for the lives of those with whom we share existence. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/under-western-eyes-by-joseph-conrad/ |
western eyes 1911 novel joseph conrad novel takes place st petersburg russia geneva switzerland viewed conrad s response themes explored crime punishment conrad reputed detested dostoevsky also say conrad s response early life father famous revolutionary imprisoned russians but instead following father s footsteps age sixteen conrad left native land forever this novel considered one conrad s major works close subject matter secret agent full cynicism conflict historical failures revolutionary movements ideals conrad remarks book well others irrationality life opacity character unfairness suffering inflicted upon innocent poor careless disregard lives share existence summary wikipedia p |
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7695 |
8307 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. Luke Vol. 2 |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
“Expository Thoughts” divides the Gospels into sections of about twelve verses each, from which J. C. Ryle selects two or three prominent points to dwell on and bring to the reader’s attention. In Ryle’s day, there were many detailed commentaries and expositions on scripture. In writing these “Expository Thoughts”, Ryle aimed to offer a resource to the laity for use in family prayers, as an aid to those who visit the sick and desire a proper book to read on such occasions, and for private devotions for those whose callings and engagements make it impossible for them to read large commentaries. This is the second of two volumes on St. Luke. As with the previous volumes on the Gospels of St. Matthew and St. Mark, Rev. Ryle offered this book “with an earnest prayer, that it may tend to the promotion of pure and undefiled religion, help to extend the knowledge of Christ, and be a humble instrument in aid of the glorious work of converting and edifying immortal souls.” (Introduction by MaryAnn)\n<br/><br/><strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1<br/><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/ |
expository thoughts divides gospels sections twelve verses each j c ryle selects two three prominent points dwell bring reader s attention ryle s day many detailed commentaries expositions scripture writing expository thoughts ryle aimed offer resource laity use family prayers aid visit sick desire proper book read occasions private devotions whose callings engagements make impossible read large commentaries second two volumes st luke previous volumes gospels st matthew st mark rev ryle offered book with earnest prayer may tend promotion pure undefiled religion help extend knowledge christ humble instrument aid glorious work converting edifying immortal souls introduction maryann br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
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7696 |
8308 |
Hag |
Robert Herrick |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A poem for Halloween by the 17th century English author Robert Herrick. His poems were not widely popular at the time they were published. His style was strongly influenced by Ben Jonson, by the classical Roman writers, and by the poems of the late Elizabethan era. This must have seemed quite old-fashioned to an audience whose tastes were tuned to the complexities of the metaphysical poets such as John Donne and Andrew Marvell. His works were rediscovered in the early nineteenth century, and have been regularly printed ever since. (Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-hag-by-robert-herrick/ |
poem halloween 17th century english author robert herrick poems widely popular time published style strongly influenced ben jonson classical roman writers poems late elizabethan era must seemed quite old fashioned audience whose tastes tuned complexities metaphysical poets john donne andrew marvell works rediscovered early nineteenth century regularly printed ever since summary wikipedia p |
| 7761 |
7697 |
8309 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 024 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p>\n<i>Feb 3, 2020 - Section 13, Shambleau, was removed as it was found to still be copyrighted.</i></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-024-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p i feb 3 2020 section 13 shambleau removed found still copyrighted i p |
| 7762 |
7698 |
8310 |
Wodehouse in the Strand - Short Story Collection |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
This is a collection of P.G. Wodehouse's short stories published in The Strand from 1918 to 1922. (kirk202) Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, KBE (15 October 1881 – 14 February 1975) was an English humorist, whose body of work includes novels, short stories, plays, poems, song lyrics and numerous pieces of journalism. He enjoyed enormous popular success during a career that lasted more than seventy years, and his many writings continue to be widely read. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/wodehouse-in-the-strand-short-story-collection-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
collection p g wodehouse s short stories published strand 1918 1922 kirk202 sir pelham grenville wodehouse kbe 15 october 1881 14 february 1975 english humorist whose body work includes novels short stories plays poems song lyrics numerous pieces journalism enjoyed enormous popular success career lasted seventy years many writings continue widely read summary wikipedia p |
| 7763 |
7699 |
8311 |
Our Little English Cousin (Version 2) |
Blanche McManus |
Family |
Find out about the life of Edith, a little English child living at the turn of the last century. This is a fictionalised account of her daily life and also relates special events including visits to Windsor Castle, Kew Gardens and many other delightful parts of the country. The story is simply-told and highly suitable for all ages. This recording is dedicated to the Distributed Proofreaders who created the Project Gutenberg text -- thankyou! - Summary by Cori Samuel</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-english-cousin-by-blanche-mcmanus-2/ |
find life edith little english child living turn last century fictionalised account daily life also relates special events including visits windsor castle kew gardens many delightful parts country story simply told highly suitable ages recording dedicated distributed proofreaders created project gutenberg text thankyou summary cori samuel p |
| 7764 |
7700 |
8312 |
American Men of Mind |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Biography & Autobiography |
“American Men of Mind” is a collection of short biographies of men of note in various disciplines. It is an absorbing collection of short biographies of men who made a difference in American history; most beginning life in very humble circumstances, both in the United States and in foreign countries. Although “men” is mentioned in the title, Mr. Stevenson also relates biographies of several women.<br/><br/>This is a most interesting read.<br/><br/>(William Tomcho)<br/><br/> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/american-men-of-mind-by-burton-e-stevenson/ |
american men mind collection short biographies men note various disciplines absorbing collection short biographies men made difference american history beginning life humble circumstances united states foreign countries although men mentioned title mr stevenson also relates biographies several women br br this interesting read br br william tomcho br br |
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7703 |
8316 |
Idomen, or The Vale of Yumuri |
Maria Gowen Brooks |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Idomen (1843) is the creative-nonfiction memoir of the beautiful and brilliant American poetess Maria Gowen Brooks, who was compared in the 19th century to Byron and Swinburne. In it she tells the story of an ill-fated love affair she had twenty years earlier while traveling with her young son in Canada following the death of her much older husband. The traumatic breakup led to suicide attempts on her part, which romantic masochist Brooks byronically relates in full, albeit changing everybody's name. Herself she calls Idomen, which is apparently idiomatic Greek for "we shall see" – as indeed we shall!\n<br><br>\n(Incidentally, the well-traveled Brooks had inherited a plantation in Cuba upon the death of her brother from malaria and went back there to live after Idomen was published, only to die of the same disease herself not long after.)\n - Summary by Grant Hurlock</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/idomen-by-maria-gowen-brooks/ |
idomen 1843 creative nonfiction memoir beautiful brilliant american poetess maria gowen brooks compared 19th century byron swinburne tells story ill fated love affair twenty years earlier traveling young son canada following death much older husband traumatic breakup led suicide attempts part romantic masochist brooks byronically relates full albeit changing everybody s name calls idomen apparently idiomatic greek we shall see indeed shall br br incidentally well traveled brooks inherited plantation cuba upon death brother malaria went back live idomen published die disease long after summary grant hurlock p |
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7704 |
8317 |
Umboo, The Elephant |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be in a circus? What if, rather than choosing to be in one, you were captured and taken away from the home and family you knew and made to perform in the heat of a big top? Meet Umboo, the elephant, Chako, the monkey, Snarlie, the tiger and their circus friends and learn how life in the jungle was different from life in the circus. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/umboo-the-elephant-by-howard-r-garis/ |
ever wondered like circus if rather choosing one captured taken away home family knew made perform heat big top meet umboo elephant chako monkey snarlie tiger circus friends learn life jungle different life circus summary lynne thompson p |
| 7767 |
7705 |
8318 |
Grandma Knight's Tales |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Short Stories |
Grandma Knight's Tales* includes stories that provide entertainment and, hopefully, some moral learning to small listeners. A special dedication goes out to the narrators own grandchildren, by whom this book was inspired. "Merry Christmas to my Bucket, Stuff, Jo-Jo, Buster Brown Eyes, and little Curly...grandma loves you! And a very Merry Christmas to children all over the world! Enjoy!" (Deborah Knight, December 2013) Created to inspire an early love for reading, writing, and literary works it includes the following stories...\n\n1.) Briar Rose 2.) Grandmother 3.) Tiny or Thumbelina 4.) The Old Man and his Grandson 5.) She Was Good for Nothing 6.) The Emperor's New Suit 7.) Jack and the Beanstalk 8.) Little Red Riding Hood 9.) The Brownies and 10.) The Three Bears\n\n*This book was created for the sole purpose of children everywhere to be able to listen and enjoy for FREE! It is not intended to be used for financial profit.<p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/grandma-knights-tales-by-various/ |
grandma knight s tales includes stories provide entertainment and hopefully moral learning small listeners special dedication goes narrators grandchildren book inspired merry christmas bucket stuff jo jo buster brown eyes little curly grandma loves you merry christmas children world enjoy deborah knight december 2013 created inspire early love reading writing literary works includes following stories 1 briar rose 2 grandmother 3 tiny thumbelina 4 old man grandson 5 good nothing 6 emperor s new suit 7 jack beanstalk 8 little red riding hood 9 brownies 10 three bears this book created sole purpose children everywhere able listen enjoy free intended used financial profit p |
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7706 |
8319 |
Short Poetry Collection 131 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 13 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2014. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-131/ |
collection 13 poems read librivox volunteers april 2014 p |
| 7769 |
7707 |
8320 |
Little Mermaid |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Little Mermaid" (Danish: Den lille havfrue, literally: "the little sea lady") is a very well known fairy tale by the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen about a young mermaid willing to give up her life in the sea and her identity as a mermaid to gain a human soul and the love of a human prince. The tale was first published in 1837 and has been adapted to various media including musical theatre and animated film. But this tale is not the Disney version, all cleaned up and made pretty. This is the way Andersen wrote it. The Little Mermaid is indeed at the happy wedding of her beloved prince, but she is not the bride. And then she becomes a big bubble. Curious? Listen and find out what happens. - Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-mermaid-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
little mermaid danish den lille havfrue literally the little sea lady well known fairy tale danish author hans christian andersen young mermaid willing give life sea identity mermaid gain human soul love human prince tale first published 1837 adapted various media including musical theatre animated film tale disney version cleaned made pretty way andersen wrote it little mermaid indeed happy wedding beloved prince bride becomes big bubble curious listen find happens summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
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7708 |
8321 |
Mein Weg als Deutscher und Jude |
Jakob Wassermann |
Memoirs |
Die Autobiographie "Mein Weg als Deutscher und Jude" skizziert die Lebens- und Sinnsuche des Schriftstellers Jakob Wassermanns. Die Schilderung ist geprägt von der Alltagserfahrung des mehr oder weniger latenten Antisemitismus seiner Zeit und dem Aufbegehren gegen Grenzen und Vorurteile. - Summary by Rebecca Braunert-Plunkett<p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mein-weg-als-deutscher-und-jude-by-jakob-wassermann/ |
die autobiographie mein weg als deutscher und jude skizziert die lebens und sinnsuche des schriftstellers jakob wassermanns die schilderung ist geprägt von der alltagserfahrung des mehr oder weniger latenten antisemitismus seiner zeit und dem aufbegehren gegen grenzen und vorurteile summary rebecca braunert plunkett p |
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7709 |
8322 |
International Short Stories Volume 1: American Stories |
William Patten |
Anthologies |
The first volume of a 3 volume anthology, this work focuses on American short stories and draws from Nathaniel Hawthorne, Anna Katherine Greene, James Fenimore Cooper, Edgar Allan Poe and many other favorites. Topics range from historical to science fiction, melodramatic to philosophic. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/international-short-stories-volume-1-american-stories-by-william-patten/ |
first volume 3 volume anthology work focuses american short stories draws nathaniel hawthorne anna katherine greene james fenimore cooper edgar allan poe many favorites topics range historical science fiction melodramatic philosophic summary lynne thompson p |
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7710 |
8323 |
Comédie Humaine: 09 - Scènes de la vie parisienne tome 1 (7-11-43) - Histoire des Treize |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Etudes de moeurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scène de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… <br/>- Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac \n\n<br/><br/>N.B. : <a href="http://librivox.org/le-pere-goriot-by-honore-de-balzac/">Le père Goriot</a> suit l'<i>Histoire des Treize</i> dans ce tome de la Comédie Humaine. <p> |
French |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/la-comedie-humaine-09-scenes-de-la-vie-parisienne-tome-1-7-11-43-histoire-des-treize-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les etudes de moeurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scène de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal br extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac br br n b a href http librivox org le pere goriot by honore de balzac le père goriot a suit l i histoire des treize i dans ce tome de la comédie humaine p |
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7711 |
8324 |
Instructions to Light Keepers |
United States Lighthouse Board |
Reference |
"Office of the Light-House Board, Washington, D.C. July 1, 1881. The following Instructions are published for the guidance of light-keepers. They are required to read them carefully and attentively, and to refer to them whenever they are any doubt in regard to their duties or the manner of performing them. Each keeper and assistant keeper will be furnished with a copy, to be kept and used at the light-stations where they are employed; to be handed over to their successors when they are relieved or discharged or left at the light-stations in case there should be no successors. By order of the Light-House Board." ( from introductory notice to book) <p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/instructions-to-light-keepers-by-uslb/ |
office light house board washington d c july 1 1881 following instructions published guidance light keepers required read carefully attentively refer whenever doubt regard duties manner performing them keeper assistant keeper furnished copy kept used light stations employed handed successors relieved discharged left light stations case successors order light house board introductory notice book p |
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7712 |
8325 |
Tragedy of Mariam |
Elizabeth Cary |
Plays, Tragedy |
The Tragedy of Mariam (1613) is the first original drama written in English by a woman. Elizabeth Cary drew on Jewish histories by Josephus to create a closet drama (written to be read, rather than performed live) about Mariam, the second wife of Herod the Great. At the beginning of the play, Mariam believes that Herod has been killed by Octavius, and struggles with how to respond. On the one hand, she is relieved, as she is angry with Herod for killing her brother and grandfather. On the other, she knows that he loved her, and she feels caught by her sense of duty as his wife. When Herod unexpectedly returns, Mariam must decide what to do. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<br /><br /><strong>Cast</strong><br />Mariam: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />Alexandra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br />Salome/Babas' Second Son/Nuntio/Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />Silleus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br />Constabarus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br />Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br />Pheroras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />Graphina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />Babas' First Son/Silleus' Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br />Doris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">Kay Hand</a><br />Ananell/Butler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br />Sohemus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624">David Nicol</a><br />Herod: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br /><br /><strong>Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</strong><p>\n |
English |
1613 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-mariam-by-elizabeth-cary/ |
tragedy mariam 1613 first original drama written english woman elizabeth cary drew jewish histories josephus create closet drama written read rather performed live mariam second wife herod great beginning play mariam believes herod killed octavius struggles respond one hand relieved angry herod killing brother grandfather other knows loved her feels caught sense duty wife herod unexpectedly returns mariam must decide do summary elizabeth klett br br strong cast strong br mariam a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br alexandra a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br salome babas second son nuntio narrator a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br silleus a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br constabarus a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br chorus a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br pheroras a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br graphina a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br babas first son silleus man a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br doris a href https librivox org reader 8677 kay hand a br ananell butler a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br sohemus a href https librivox org reader 2624 david nicol a br herod a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br br strong audio edited elizabeth klett strong p |
| 7775 |
7713 |
8326 |
Human Toll |
Barbara Baynton |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
Ursula (Ursie) Ewart, orphaned as a young child, is sent away from her home in the Australian bush. While Ursie was previously doted on by station hands, Boshy, Nungi,and Queeby, at her new home, in a nearby country town, she is barely tolerated. Her only confidante is Andrew (Andree), an older child in the same household.</p>\n\nIn Human Toll, Barbara Baynton builds on her observations in Bush Studies to provide further insight into women's experience of Australian bush life and culture at the turn of the 20th century.\n\n(written by Kirsty Leishman) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/human-toll-by-barbara-baynton/ |
ursula ursie ewart orphaned young child sent away home australian bush ursie previously doted station hands boshy nungi and queeby new home nearby country town barely tolerated confidante andrew andree older child household p human toll barbara baynton builds observations bush studies provide insight women s experience australian bush life culture turn 20th century written kirsty leishman p |
| 7776 |
7714 |
8327 |
Army of Death |
Charles Hamilton Sorley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />Captain Sorley was among 16 Great War poets commemorated in Westminster Abbey's Poets' Corner. The inscription was written by Wilfred Owen. It reads: "My subject is War, and the pity of War. The Poetry is in the pity." <br /><br />This is regarded as one of Sorley's finest poems, and was discovered in his kit after his death. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-army-of-death-by-charles-hamilton-sorley/ |
br captain sorley among 16 great war poets commemorated westminster abbey s poets corner inscription written wilfred owen reads my subject war pity war poetry pity br br this regarded one sorley s finest poems discovered kit death summary ruth golding br br |
| 7777 |
7715 |
8329 |
Mr. Britling Sees It Through |
H. G. Wells |
Literary Fiction, War & Military Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p>"Mr. Britling Sees It Through" is H. G. Wells' attempt to make sense of World War I. It begins with a lighthearted account of an American visiting England for the first time, but the outbreak of war changes everything. Day by day and month by month, Wells chronicles the unfolding events and public reaction as witnessed by the inhabitants of one house in rural Essex. Each of the characters tries in a different way to keep their bearings in a world suddenly changed beyond recognition. This book was published in 1916 while the war was still in progress, so no clear resolution was possible. Wells did not know how long the war would last or which side would ultimately win, but he hoped that somehow, something good might eventually come of it. - Summary by Peter Eastman<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/mr-britling-sees-it-through-by-h-g-wells/ |
p mr britling sees through h g wells attempt make sense world war i begins lighthearted account american visiting england first time outbreak war changes everything day day month month wells chronicles unfolding events public reaction witnessed inhabitants one house rural essex characters tries different way keep bearings world suddenly changed beyond recognition book published 1916 war still progress clear resolution possible wells know long war would last side would ultimately win hoped somehow something good might eventually come it summary peter eastman p |
| 7778 |
7716 |
8330 |
Christmas Eve At Swamp's End |
Norman Duncan |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
Four selected chapters from The Measure Of A Man; A Tale of the Big Woods, by Norman Duncan. What could be more Christmasy than: Babies, especially a homeless one; a woman who loves; a man who protects; a cold night; glittering stars; poor working-men witnesses; gifts. ( Title page and david wales)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-eve-at-swamps-end-by-norman-duncan/ |
four selected chapters measure man tale big woods norman duncan could christmasy than babies especially homeless one woman loves man protects cold night glittering stars poor working men witnesses gifts title page david wales p |
| 7779 |
7717 |
8331 |
Great Secret |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
English gentleman Hardross Courage has a good life. He has all the money he needs, enjoys sports and hunting, manages the family estate, and in general leads a satisfying life. On a trip to London to participate in a cricket match, Hardross is confronted by a man who forces his way into his hotel room imploring him to hide him. His reason - “They want to kill me”. So begins a tale that is likely to change Hardross' idyllic life forever to one of mystery and espionage. - Summary by Tom Weiss<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-secret-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
english gentleman hardross courage good life money needs enjoys sports hunting manages family estate general leads satisfying life trip london participate cricket match hardross confronted man forces way hotel room imploring hide him reason they want kill me begins tale likely change hardross idyllic life forever one mystery espionage summary tom weiss p |
| 7780 |
7718 |
8332 |
Cien Mejores Poesías de la Lengua Castellana |
Marcelino Menéndez y Pelayo |
Anthologies |
Comprende este tomo cien poesías líricas escogidas entre lo mejor de la literatura española antigua y moderna, excluyendo los autores vivos en 1908. - Resumen del autor</p> |
Spanish |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/las-cien-mejores-poesias-de-la-lengua-castellana-by-marcelino-menendez-y-pelayo/ |
comprende este tomo cien poesías líricas escogidas entre lo mejor de la literatura española antigua moderna excluyendo los autores vivos en 1908 resumen del autor p |
| 7781 |
7719 |
8333 |
Home Life in Colonial Days |
Alice Morse Earle |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Early Modern |
CHAPTER I\nHOMES OF THE COLONISTS\n\nWhen the first settlers landed on American shores, the difficulties in finding or making shelter must have seemed ironical as well as almost unbearable. The colonists found a land magnificent with forest trees of every size and variety, but they had no sawmills, and few saws to cut boards; there was plenty of clay and ample limestone on every side, yet they could have no brick and no mortar; grand boulders of granite and rock were everywhere, yet there was not a single facility for cutting, drawing, or using stone. These homeless men, so sorely in need of immediate shelter, were baffled by pioneer conditions, and had to turn to many poor expedients, and be satisfied with rude covering. In Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, and, possibly, other states, some reverted to an ancient form of shelter: they became cave-dwellers; caves were dug ... (taken from first chapter of the book). Talk about starting from scratch!! Susan Morin<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/home-life-in-colonial-days-by-alice-morse-earle/ |
chapter homes colonists first settlers landed american shores difficulties finding making shelter must seemed ironical well almost unbearable colonists found land magnificent forest trees every size variety sawmills saws cut boards plenty clay ample limestone every side yet could brick mortar grand boulders granite rock everywhere yet single facility cutting drawing using stone homeless men sorely need immediate shelter baffled pioneer conditions turn many poor expedients satisfied rude covering pennsylvania new york massachusetts and possibly states reverted ancient form shelter became cave dwellers caves dug taken first chapter book talk starting scratch susan morin p |
| 7782 |
7720 |
8334 |
Beloved Vagabond |
William John Locke |
General Fiction |
The vagabond, Paragot, a truly eccentric bohemian and a wandering scholar with a mysterious past, adopts a London street urchin (whom he calls Asticot) by purchasing him from his mother for half a crown. Paragot leads Asticot on various adventures through 19th century Europe, eventually arriving in Paris. Here Paragot’s dark romantic past begins to catch up with him. (Summary by Simon Evers)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-beloved-vagabond-by-william-john-locke/ |
vagabond paragot truly eccentric bohemian wandering scholar mysterious past adopts london street urchin whom calls asticot purchasing mother half crown paragot leads asticot various adventures 19th century europe eventually arriving paris paragot s dark romantic past begins catch him summary simon evers p |
| 7783 |
7721 |
8335 |
Hymns of the Early Church |
John Brownlie |
Poetry, Christianity - Other |
This collection of hymns have been translated from the poetry to the Latin church, arranged in the order of the Christian year. "This volume is intended for hours of devotion, and the vast storehouse of sacred poetry of the Latin Church has been put under tribute to supply the material," writes the author, Reverend John Brownlie, in the preface. The collection includes hymns for Christmas, Easter, All Saints' Day, Advent, and more. (Summary by Woolly Bee)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/hymns-of-the-early-church-by-john-brownlie/ |
collection hymns translated poetry latin church arranged order christian year this volume intended hours devotion vast storehouse sacred poetry latin church put tribute supply material writes author reverend john brownlie preface collection includes hymns christmas easter saints day advent more summary woolly bee p |
| 7784 |
7722 |
8336 |
Oh, Well, You Know How Women Are and Isn't That Just Like a Man! |
Irvin S. Cobb |
Humor |
This warm, affectionate duet of essays by two of the early twentieth century's most popular writers is a bit dated but still entertaining. Summary by David Wales.<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/oh-well-you-know-how-women-are-and-isnt-that-just-like-a-man-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
warm affectionate duet essays two early twentieth century s popular writers bit dated still entertaining summary david wales p |
| 7785 |
7723 |
8338 |
Doktór Muchołapski : fantastyczne przygody w świecie owadów |
Erazm Majewski |
Children's Fiction |
\nPewnego dnia, badając schwytaną muchę, badacz owadów, doktor Muchołapski odkrywa coś niezwykłego- coś co stanie się początkiem wielkiej przygody, w czasie której uczony ten będzie miał niepowtarzalną możliwość spojrzenia na życie insektów z zupełnie nowej perspektywy. <br><br>\n\nErazm Majewski, człowiek o szerokich zainteresowaniach, był m.in przyrodnikiem. W "Doktorze Muchołapskim" połączył talent powieściopisarski z zainteresowaniami przyrodniczymi dając czytelnikom powieść, w której każdy rozdział przybliża szerszej publiczności fakty z życia owadów. (Summary by Piotr Nater)\n<br><br>\nProoflistening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8758">Krzysztof Rowiński</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9890">karolnowoszynski</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892">Piotr Nater</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9860"> Dorothy Godfrey-Smith</a><br><br> |
Polish |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/doktor-mucholapski-fantastyczne-przygody-w-swiecie-owadow-by-erazm-majewski/ |
pewnego dnia badając schwytaną muchę badacz owadów doktor muchołapski odkrywa coś niezwykłego coś co stanie się początkiem wielkiej przygody w czasie której uczony ten będzie miał niepowtarzalną możliwość spojrzenia na życie insektów z zupełnie nowej perspektywy br br erazm majewski człowiek szerokich zainteresowaniach był m in przyrodnikiem w doktorze muchołapskim połączył talent powieściopisarski z zainteresowaniami przyrodniczymi dając czytelnikom powieść w której każdy rozdział przybliża szerszej publiczności fakty z życia owadów summary piotr nater br br prooflistening a href https librivox org reader 8758 krzysztof rowiński a a href https librivox org reader 9890 karolnowoszynski a a href https librivox org reader 6892 piotr nater a a href https librivox org reader 9860 dorothy godfrey smith a br br |
| 7786 |
7724 |
8339 |
Willows (version 2) |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
"The Willows" is one of Algernon Blackwood's best known creepy stories. American horror author H.P. Lovecraft considered it to be the finest supernatural tale in English literature. He wrote in his treatise "Supernatural Horror in Literature", "Here art and restraint in narrative reach their very highest development, and an impression of lasting poignancy is produced without a single strained passage or a single false note." "The Willows" is an example of early modern horror and is connected within the literary tradition of weird fiction.<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-willows-by-algernon-blackwood-2/ |
the willows one algernon blackwood s best known creepy stories american horror author h p lovecraft considered finest supernatural tale english literature wrote treatise supernatural horror literature here art restraint narrative reach highest development impression lasting poignancy produced without single strained passage single false note the willows example early modern horror connected within literary tradition weird fiction p |
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7725 |
8340 |
Boats of the 'Glen Carrig' |
William Hope Hodgson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Eighteenth-century sailors adrift in a lifeboat encounter strange lands and weird creatures in their search for home. A creepy tale of nautical adventure. - Summary by Jason Mills</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-boats-of-the-glen-carrig-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
eighteenth century sailors adrift lifeboat encounter strange lands weird creatures search home creepy tale nautical adventure summary jason mills p |
| 7788 |
7726 |
8341 |
Unknown to History |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Historical |
During the captivity of Mary, Queen of Scots, plots, conspiracies, and intrigue engulfed the country. Catholics were apprehensive of Protestants; Scots mistrusted the English. No one felt completely safe. Into the midst of this turmoil was thrust a tiny baby girl, rescued from a storm-tossed sea, the solitary survivor of the wreck of the Bride of Dunbar. Was this unfortunate child - adopted and raised in the bosom of a loving family - connected to the displaced and unhappy Queen Mary? Would she eventually find herself at the mercy of the Elizabeth, Queen of England, or would she find happy bliss with her one true love? - Summary by Tanica</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/unknown-to-history-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
captivity mary queen scots plots conspiracies intrigue engulfed country catholics apprehensive protestants scots mistrusted english one felt completely safe midst turmoil thrust tiny baby girl rescued storm tossed sea solitary survivor wreck bride dunbar unfortunate child adopted raised bosom loving family connected displaced unhappy queen mary would eventually find mercy elizabeth queen england would find happy bliss one true love summary tanica p |
| 7789 |
7727 |
8342 |
Wessex Poems |
Thomas Hardy |
Single author |
A collection of poetry by Thomas Hardy, some of which were previously published or adapted into his prose works. - Summary by Libby Gohn<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/wessex-poems-by-thomas-hardy/ |
collection poetry thomas hardy previously published adapted prose works summary libby gohn p |
| 7790 |
7728 |
8343 |
Owen Wingrave |
Henry James |
Gothic Fiction |
A young man of good family with a long distinguished military tradition indicates that he will not follow his ancestors' path into the army. Dire results ensue. Benjamin Britten in 1970 wrote an opera based on this story. ( Summary by david wales)<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/owen-wingrave-by-henry-james/ |
young man good family long distinguished military tradition indicates follow ancestors path army dire results ensue benjamin britten 1970 wrote opera based story summary david wales p |
| 7791 |
7729 |
8344 |
House of Dust: A Symphony |
Conrad Aiken |
Single author |
The House of Dust is a poem written in the four-movement format of a classical symphony. Hauntingly beautiful despite its bleak post-World War I depictions of human mortality and loss, the poem develops its movements around central images such as Japanese ukiyo-e ("floating world") woodblock prints, touching the reader's senses with endlessly evocative allusions to wind, sea, and weather. In this underlying Japanese sensibility and dependence on central perceptual images, Aiken's poem is similar to poetry of Imagists of the time such as Amy Lowell. Also deeply influenced by the concepts of modern psychology, Aiken delved deeply into individual human identity and emotion. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-dust-a-symphony-by-conrad-aiken/ |
house dust poem written four movement format classical symphony hauntingly beautiful despite bleak post world war depictions human mortality loss poem develops movements around central images japanese ukiyo e floating world woodblock prints touching reader s senses endlessly evocative allusions wind sea weather underlying japanese sensibility dependence central perceptual images aiken s poem similar poetry imagists time amy lowell also deeply influenced concepts modern psychology aiken delved deeply individual human identity emotion summary expatriate p |
| 7792 |
7730 |
8345 |
Story of the Greeks |
H. A. Guerber |
Short Stories |
This book is a collection of stories and histories about the Ancient Greeks, including many of their famous myths! - Summary by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-greeks-by-h-a-guerber/ |
book collection stories histories ancient greeks including many famous myths summary ann boulais p |
| 7793 |
7731 |
8346 |
Short Poetry Collection 126 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 20 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2013.<br/><br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-126/ |
collection 20 poems read librivox volunteers november 2013 br br |
| 7794 |
7732 |
8347 |
Love Insurance |
Earl Derr Biggers |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
A young man came to Lloyds of London. He knew they took out policies on unusual risks... And what he wanted was love insurance. What follows is a comic novel, by the creator of the Chinese detective - Charlie Chan!\n - Summary by Linda Andrus<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/love-insurance-by-earl-derr-biggers/ |
young man came lloyds london knew took policies unusual risks wanted love insurance follows comic novel creator chinese detective charlie chan summary linda andrus p |
| 7795 |
7733 |
8348 |
Mistakes of Moses |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Modern, Christianity - Commentary |
Robert G. Ingersoll was an extremely popular humanist orator in the late nineteenth century, and he wrote Mistakes of Moses after many bootlegged versions of his speeches had been published and circulated. In Mistakes of Moses, through a close, literal reading of the Pentateuch, he challenges biblical stories using science, logic and morality. (Summary by Margaret) <p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/mistakes-of-moses-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
robert g ingersoll extremely popular humanist orator late nineteenth century wrote mistakes moses many bootlegged versions speeches published circulated mistakes moses close literal reading pentateuch challenges biblical stories using science logic morality summary margaret p |
| 7796 |
7734 |
8349 |
Revolted Woman |
Charles George Harper |
*Non-fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
One man's opinion of woman in 1894. Charles Harper believes in the superiority of the male sex and the subordination of the female. He paints an entire gender with the same brush. He believes all women to be identical in mind (illogical) and body (knock-kneed) and vastly inferior to the male. He presents 'facts' to support his opinions:<br />\n"Woman's Mission is Submission" <br />\n"for woman has ever been the immoral sex"<br />\n"how truly like nature their tongues say 'No,' when their hearts throb 'Yes, yes!'"<br />\n"She will have to develop very greatly before she becomes the equal of man, either in mind or muscle"<br />\n"Woman is altogether different from and inferior to man: narrow-chested, wide-hipped, ill-proportioned, and endowed with a lesser quantity of brains than the male sex."<br />\n"A woman's reason is a notoriously inadequate mental process"<br />\n<br />\nAnd these are just from the first chapter!<br />\n<br />\nHe belittles other men who presume to know womankind by stating that they cannot possibly know, being men themselves. Then proceeds to go on (and on, and on) presenting everything he knows about womankind. He is grievously misinformed and extremely opinionated. Today his views are woefully out of date but make for some entertaining reading. <br />\n - Summary by Bev J. Stevens</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/revolted-woman-by-charles-george-harper/ |
one man s opinion woman 1894 charles harper believes superiority male sex subordination female paints entire gender brush believes women identical mind illogical body knock kneed vastly inferior male presents facts support opinions br woman s mission submission br for woman ever immoral sex br how truly like nature tongues say no hearts throb yes yes br she develop greatly becomes equal man either mind muscle br woman altogether different inferior man narrow chested wide hipped ill proportioned endowed lesser quantity brains male sex br a woman s reason notoriously inadequate mental process br br first chapter br br belittles men presume know womankind stating cannot possibly know men themselves proceeds go and on on presenting everything knows womankind grievously misinformed extremely opinionated today views woefully date make entertaining reading br summary bev j stevens p |
| 7797 |
7735 |
8350 |
I've Come to Stay: A Love Comedy of Bohemia |
Mary Heaton Vorse |
Romance |
An iconoclast in many fields herself, Mary Heaton Vorse was fascinated with Bohemia, the colorful unboundaried land of poets and artists and philosophers, a place whose denizens lived by their own rules without regard for the conventions of bourgeois Society. In this comic little romance, she explores the most famous corner of American Bohemia, New York's Greenwich Village, poking fun with gentle irony at its pretensions and its passions. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/ive-come-to-stay-a-love-comedy-of-bohemia-by-mary-heaton-vorse/ |
iconoclast many fields herself mary heaton vorse fascinated bohemia colorful unboundaried land poets artists philosophers place whose denizens lived rules without regard conventions bourgeois society comic little romance explores famous corner american bohemia new york s greenwich village poking fun gentle irony pretensions passions summary expatriate p |
| 7798 |
7736 |
8351 |
Only a Ghost! by Irenæus the Deacon |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Christian Fiction |
Baring-Gould's humorous observations on the various Christian sects to be found in "the most learned church in the most religious country in the world" (i.e., London in 1870) contains a challenge to Christians of today to focus on the substance of faith rather than the forms of public worship. - Summary by MaryAnn<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/only-a-ghost-by-irenaeus-the-deacon-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
baring gould s humorous observations various christian sects found the learned church religious country world i e london 1870 contains challenge christians today focus substance faith rather forms public worship summary maryann p |
| 7799 |
7737 |
8352 |
Astounding Stories 06, June 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
Issue six of this seminal science-fiction magazine concludes the Ray Cummings story "Brigands of the Moon", and continues Murray Leinster's "Murder Madness". In addition there are three short stories, by various authors, and a short novel by Charles W. Diffin - Summary by Alan Winterrowd<p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-06-june-1930-by-ray-cummings/ |
issue six seminal science fiction magazine concludes ray cummings story brigands moon continues murray leinster s murder madness addition three short stories various authors short novel charles w diffin summary alan winterrowd p |
| 7800 |
7738 |
8353 |
Great Astronomers |
Robert Stawell Ball |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Of all the natural sciences there is not one which offers such sublime objects to the attention of the inquirer as does the science of astronomy. From the earliest ages the study of the stars has exercised the same fascination as it possesses at the present day. Among the most primitive peoples, the movements of the sun, the moon, and the stars commanded attention from their supposed influence on human affairs. <br><br>From the days of Hipparchus down to the present hour the science of astronomy has steadily grown. One great observer after another has appeared from time to time, to reveal some new phenomenon with regard to the celestial bodies or their movements, while from time to time one commanding intellect after another has arisen to explain the true import of the facts of observations. The history of astronomy thus becomes inseparable from the history of the great men to whose labours its development is due. In the ensuing chapters we have endeavoured to sketch the lives and the work of the great philosophers, by whose labours the science of astronomy has been created. (from the Introduction)<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/great-astronomers-by-robert-stawell-ball/ |
natural sciences one offers sublime objects attention inquirer science astronomy earliest ages study stars exercised fascination possesses present day among primitive peoples movements sun moon stars commanded attention supposed influence human affairs br br from days hipparchus present hour science astronomy steadily grown one great observer another appeared time time reveal new phenomenon regard celestial bodies movements time time one commanding intellect another arisen explain true import facts observations history astronomy thus becomes inseparable history great men whose labours development due ensuing chapters endeavoured sketch lives work great philosophers whose labours science astronomy created from introduction p |
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7739 |
8354 |
House of the Dead |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Literary Fiction |
The House of the Dead is a novel published in 1861 by Russian author Fyodor Dostoyevsky, which portrays the life of convicts in a Siberian prison camp. Dostoyevsky himself spent four years in exile in such a camp following his conviction for involvement in the Petrashevsky Circle. This experience allowed him to describe with great authenticity the conditions of prison life and the characters of the convicts. The narrator, Aleksandr Petrovich Goryanchikov, has been sentenced to penalty deportation to Siberia and ten years of hard labour. Life in prison is particularly hard for Aleksandr Petrovich, since he is a "gentleman" and suffers the malice of the other prisoners, nearly all of whom belong to the peasantry. Gradually Goryanchikov overcomes his revulsion at his situation and his fellow convicts, undergoing a spiritual re-awakening that culminates with his release from the camp. It is a work of great humanity; Dostoyevsky portrays the inmates of the prison with sympathy for their plight, and also expresses admiration for their energy, ingenuity and talent. He concludes that the existence of the prison, with its absurd practices and savage corporal punishments is a tragic fact, both for the prisoners and for Russia itself. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-the-dead-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
house dead novel published 1861 russian author fyodor dostoyevsky portrays life convicts siberian prison camp dostoyevsky spent four years exile camp following conviction involvement petrashevsky circle experience allowed describe great authenticity conditions prison life characters convicts narrator aleksandr petrovich goryanchikov sentenced penalty deportation siberia ten years hard labour life prison particularly hard aleksandr petrovich since gentleman suffers malice prisoners nearly belong peasantry gradually goryanchikov overcomes revulsion situation fellow convicts undergoing spiritual re awakening culminates release camp work great humanity dostoyevsky portrays inmates prison sympathy plight also expresses admiration energy ingenuity talent concludes existence prison absurd practices savage corporal punishments tragic fact prisoners russia itself summary wikipedia p |
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7740 |
8355 |
Sophist |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Sophist (Ancient Greek: Σοφιστής) discusses being and not-being while drawing a distinction between the philosopher and the sophist. - Summary by Geoffrey Edwards<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/sophist-by-plato/ |
sophist ancient greek σοφιστής discusses not being drawing distinction philosopher sophist summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 7803 |
7748 |
8363 |
Diva |
José de Alencar |
Epistolary Fiction |
"Diva", publicado em 1864, um dos três "perfis de mulher" de José de Alencar, tem como personagem principal e narrador Augusto Amaral, que conta, através de cartas, a história de seu encontro e paixão pela jovem Emília, rica herdeira, acostumada a ter todos as suas ordens e caprichos atendidos. Publicado logo após "Lucíola", obra de maior sucesso, "Diva" tem em comum com aquele o pano de fundo, também a corte imperial brasileira, no Rio de Janeiro, e a crítica à sociedade frívola frequentadores dos salões. "Diva" é conectado a "Lucíola" também por duas referências internas à obra: por um lado, a dedicatória de "Diva" refere a mesma senhora que teria recolhido e publicado as cartas de Paulo em "Lucíola"; por outro, o próprio romance "Diva" é um apanhado de cartas, desta vez endereçadas a Paulo, narrador de Lucíola, O terceiro desses romances urbanos acerca da situação da mulher foi "Senhora", publicado mais de dez anos depois. - Summary by Leni<p> |
Portuguese |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/diva-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
diva publicado em 1864 um dos três perfis de mulher de josé de alencar tem como personagem principal e narrador augusto amaral que conta através de cartas história de seu encontro e paixão pela jovem emília rica herdeira acostumada ter todos suas ordens e caprichos atendidos publicado logo após lucíola obra de maior sucesso diva tem em comum com aquele pano de fundo também corte imperial brasileira rio de janeiro e crítica à sociedade frívola frequentadores dos salões diva é conectado lucíola também por duas referências internas à obra por um lado dedicatória de diva refere mesma senhora que teria recolhido e publicado cartas de paulo em lucíola por outro próprio romance diva é um apanhado de cartas desta vez endereçadas paulo narrador de lucíola terceiro desses romances urbanos acerca da situação da mulher foi senhora publicado mais de dez anos depois summary leni p |
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7741 |
8356 |
Paulownia: Seven Stories from Contemporary Japanese Writers |
Ōgai Mori |
Short Stories |
Paulownia is a collection of seven stories by three Japanese authors from the late 19th and early 20th century. <br><br>\n\n<b>Mori Ōgai</b> was an army surgeon who was sent to study in Germany, where he developed an interest in Western literature. His most famous work is <em>The Wild Geese (Gan)</em>. This collection contains his short stories <em>Takase Bune</em>, <em>Hanako</em>, and <em>The Pier</em>. <br> <br> \n\n<b>Nagai Kafū's</b> writings center mostly around the entertainment districts of Tokyo with their geisha and prostitutes. Here, his stories <em>The bill-collecting</em> and <em>Ukiyo-e</em> are presented.<br><br> \n\n<b>Shimazaki Tōson</b> was one of the representatives of Japanese naturalism, which we can see in his stories <em>A Domestic Animal</em> and <em>Tsugaru Strait</em>. <br><br>\n\n<b>Taketomo Torao</b>, the editor and translator of this volume, translated many Western works into Japanese, for example the Rubayat, the Divine Comedy, and works by Shakespeare. He was also a writer in his own right. <br><br> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/paulownia-by-torao-taketomo |
paulownia collection seven stories three japanese authors late 19th early 20th century br br b mori ōgai b army surgeon sent study germany developed interest western literature famous work em the wild geese gan em collection contains short stories em takase bune em em hanako em em the pier em br br b nagai kafū s b writings center mostly around entertainment districts tokyo geisha prostitutes here stories em the bill collecting em em ukiyo e em presented br br b shimazaki tōson b one representatives japanese naturalism see stories em a domestic animal em em tsugaru strait em br br b taketomo torao b editor translator volume translated many western works japanese example rubayat divine comedy works shakespeare also writer right br br |
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7742 |
8357 |
Lulu, Alice and Jimmie Wibblewobble |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
The Wibblewobble family of ducks appear in a series of 31 bedtime stories - one for each day of the month - written by Howard R. Garis. Each story is an adventure featuring the ducks and their neighbors, including Uncle Wiggily Longears, the famous old gentleman rabbit with rheumatism. - Summary by Walter Allan<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lulu-alice-and-jimmie-wibblewobble-by-howard-r-garis/ |
wibblewobble family ducks appear series 31 bedtime stories one day month written howard r garis story adventure featuring ducks neighbors including uncle wiggily longears famous old gentleman rabbit rheumatism summary walter allan p |
| 7806 |
7743 |
8358 |
Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru |
Frederick A. Ober |
Early Modern, Exploration |
Francisco Pizarro (1471 - 1541) was born into poverty, the illegitimate son of a Spanish soldier. After a brief career as a swineherd, he volunteered to join an expedition to the colony of Darien in Panama. He rose through the ranks to become right hand man of the governor. After hearing rumours of a rich country of gold to the south, he received permission from the king of Spain to lead an expedition to explore and attempt to conquer the Peruvian empire. This biography describes how, with an army of only 168 men, he was able to subjugate an entire nation. - Summary by Patrick Eaton<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/francisco-pizarro-and-the-conquest-of-peru-by-frederick-a-ober/ |
francisco pizarro 1471 1541 born poverty illegitimate son spanish soldier brief career swineherd volunteered join expedition colony darien panama rose ranks become right hand man governor hearing rumours rich country gold south received permission king spain lead expedition explore attempt conquer peruvian empire biography describes how army 168 men able subjugate entire nation summary patrick eaton p |
| 7807 |
7744 |
8359 |
Brennendes Geheimnis |
Stefan Zweig |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
Während der Sommerfrische mit seiner Mutter am Semmering, freundet sich der 12-jährige Edgar mit einem im selben Hotel verweilenden Baron an. Dieser ist jedoch nicht an ihm, sondern nur an seiner Mutter interessiert. Edgar versucht mit allen Mitteln eine Freundschaft zwischen dem Baron und seiner Mutter zu sabotieren (ohne wirklich zu begreifen, was vor sich geht). Verzweifelt bemüht er sich schnellstmöglich erwachsen zu werden, doch muss er bald einsehen, dass das Erwachsensein nicht so einfach ist, wie er glaubt. (Summary by Julia Niedermaier)<p> |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/brennendes-geheimnis-by-stefan-zweig/ |
während der sommerfrische mit seiner mutter semmering freundet sich der 12 jährige edgar mit einem im selben hotel verweilenden baron an dieser ist jedoch nicht ihm sondern nur seiner mutter interessiert edgar versucht mit allen mitteln eine freundschaft zwischen dem baron und seiner mutter zu sabotieren ohne wirklich zu begreifen vor sich geht verzweifelt bemüht er sich schnellstmöglich erwachsen zu werden doch muss er bald einsehen dass das erwachsensein nicht einfach ist wie er glaubt summary julia niedermaier p |
| 7808 |
7745 |
8360 |
Girl Scouts at Home |
Katherine Keene Galt |
Family |
Little Rosanna Horton was a very poor little girl. When I tell you more about her, you will think that was a very odd thing to say.\n\nShe lived in one of the most beautiful homes in Louisville, a city full of beautiful homes. And Rosanna's was one of the loveliest. It was a great, rambling house of red brick with wide porches in the front and on either side. On the right of the house was a wonderful garden. It covered half a square, and was surrounded by a high stone wall. No one could look in to see what she was doing. That was rather nice, but of course no one could look out either to see what they were doing on the brick sidewalk, and that does not seem so nice. There were children all along the street: little girls playing dolls on front doorsteps and other little girls walking in happy groups or skipping rope. Boys on bicycles circled everywhere and shouted to each other. They made a short cut through one of the poor sections of the city. Here it was the same: children everywhere, all having the best sort of time. They were not so well dressed, that was all the difference. They had the same carefree look in their eyes. Rosanna gazed out wistfully, longingly.\n\nAnd now you surely guess why Rosanna, with her beautiful home, her pony and her playhouse, her lovely garden, and her room full of pretty things, still was so very, very poor.\n\nRosanna did not have a single friend. - Summary by the author</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-scouts-at-home-by-katherine-keene-galt/ |
little rosanna horton poor little girl tell her think odd thing say lived one beautiful homes louisville city full beautiful homes rosanna s one loveliest great rambling house red brick wide porches front either side right house wonderful garden covered half square surrounded high stone wall one could look see doing rather nice course one could look either see brick sidewalk seem nice children along street little girls playing dolls front doorsteps little girls walking happy groups skipping rope boys bicycles circled everywhere shouted other made short cut one poor sections city same children everywhere best sort time well dressed difference carefree look eyes rosanna gazed wistfully longingly surely guess rosanna beautiful home pony playhouse lovely garden room full pretty things still very poor rosanna single friend summary author p |
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7746 |
8361 |
Lucinda |
Friedrich von Schlegel |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Erotica, Romance |
Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel was born in 1772 at Hannover, Holy Roman Empire, to Johann Adolf Schlegel and Johanna Christiane Erdmuthe Hübsch. He attended Jena University and made friends with many of the writers known by his brother August Wilhelm Schlegel. His first book was <i>About the Diotima</i>, written in 1795, and four years later he wrote <i>Lucinda</i>. The translator, Calvin Thomas, called Lucinda a "naughty book", but that was in 1914. I have no idea where it stands now in the world of literature. It was made up of many disconnected parts. - Summary by Craig Campbell<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/lucinda-by-friedrich-von-schlegel/ |
karl wilhelm friedrich schlegel born 1772 hannover holy roman empire johann adolf schlegel johanna christiane erdmuthe hübsch attended jena university made friends many writers known brother august wilhelm schlegel first book i about diotima i written 1795 four years later wrote i lucinda i translator calvin thomas called lucinda naughty book 1914 idea stands world literature made many disconnected parts summary craig campbell p |
| 7810 |
7747 |
8362 |
Deportation: Its Meaning and Menace. Last Message to the People of America |
Alexander Berkman |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
A pamphlet written by Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman shortly before their deportation from the US in 1919. - Summary by Krzysztof Rowiński</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/deportation-its-meaning-and-menace-by-emma-goldman/ |
pamphlet written alexander berkman emma goldman shortly deportation us 1919 summary krzysztof rowiński p |
| 7811 |
7751 |
8366 |
Cruise in an Opium Clipper |
Lindsay Anderson |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Eamont was an opium clipper built in Cowes. It was the subject of an 1891 book, A cruise in an opium clipper, by Captain Lindsay Anderson. Eamont was involved in the opening of Japan to foreigners in 1858, serving as a dispatch boat between Nagasaki and Shanghai, and was one of the first vessels to open up a trade with Formosa…. The Eamont was sent on some very dangerous trips. She was one of the first vessels to open up a trade with Formosa, and made the first survey of the port of Taku, which she entered by bumping over the reef in spite of a tremendous surf beating upon it at the time, a most daring performance. And in her efforts to trade with the Formosans she had to withstand the attack of hundreds of armed natives right on top of a typhoon, which she succeeded in riding out on her moorings. But the captain of the Eamont was a famous fighting man, as the Chinese pirates knew to their cost…. The Eamont was also employed in the negotiations for the first commercial treaty with Japan. (See Wikipedia article on Eamont (schooner)) - Summary by wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/cruise-opium-clipper-by-lindsay-anderson/ |
eamont opium clipper built cowes subject 1891 book cruise opium clipper captain lindsay anderson eamont involved opening japan foreigners 1858 serving dispatch boat nagasaki shanghai one first vessels open trade formosa eamont sent dangerous trips one first vessels open trade formosa made first survey port taku entered bumping reef spite tremendous surf beating upon time daring performance efforts trade formosans withstand attack hundreds armed natives right top typhoon succeeded riding moorings captain eamont famous fighting man chinese pirates knew cost eamont also employed negotiations first commercial treaty japan see wikipedia article eamont schooner summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 7812 |
7752 |
8367 |
Adventure of the Speckled Band |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
Sherlock Holmes and Watson are awoken early by a distraught woman desperately seeking their aid. Something is terribly wrong and she fears for her life. Upon hearing her story, Sherlock agrees and springs into action to track down and deal with the sinister Speckled Band who have killed once already. Listen to another exciting adventure of the super sleuth as he uses his powers of observation and deduction to solve this perplexing case. Will he be in time to save the lady's life? Will his powers fail him this time? Listen and find out. (summary by Phil Chenevert )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventure-of-the-speckled-band-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
sherlock holmes watson awoken early distraught woman desperately seeking aid something terribly wrong fears life upon hearing story sherlock agrees springs action track deal sinister speckled band killed already listen another exciting adventure super sleuth uses powers observation deduction solve perplexing case time save lady s life powers fail time listen find out summary phil chenevert p |
| 7813 |
7753 |
8368 |
This Country of Ours, Part 7 |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Children's Non-fiction, Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
Another fine history book for children! Published in 1917, Marshall's book of stories from the history of the United States begins with accounts of exploration and settlement, and ends with the presidency of Woodrow Wilson.<br><br>This is Part 7: Stories of the United States under the Constitution, from chapter 64 (Washington First in War, First in Peace) to chapter 99 (Wilson - The Great War). Read along and view the original illustrations at <a href="http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=marshall&book=country&story=_contents">mainlesson.com</a> .<br><br> Part 1: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-1-by-he-marshall/</a><br><br>Part 2: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-2-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br><br>Part 3: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-3-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br><br>Part 4: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-4-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br><br>Part 5: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-5-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br><br>Part 6: <a href="http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/">http://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-6-by-h-e-marshall/</a><br><br>(Summary by Kara)<br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/this-country-of-ours-part-7-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/ |
another fine history book children published 1917 marshall s book stories history united states begins accounts exploration settlement ends presidency woodrow wilson br br this part 7 stories united states constitution chapter 64 washington first war first peace chapter 99 wilson great war read along view original illustrations a href http www mainlesson com display php author marshall book country story _contents mainlesson com a br br part 1 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 1 by he marshall a br br part 2 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 2 by h e marshall a br br part 3 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 3 by h e marshall a br br part 4 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 4 by h e marshall a br br part 5 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 5 by h e marshall a br br part 6 a href http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall http librivox org this country of ours part 6 by h e marshall a br br summary kara br br |
| 7814 |
7754 |
8369 |
Short Poetry Collection 127 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 21 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2013.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-127/ |
collection 21 poems read librivox volunteers december 2013 p |
| 7815 |
7755 |
8370 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 011 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<br></br>\n1 - Arabic - Suratu'l-Alaq (Al-Qur'an: Surah 96) prose, non-fiction, religion<br>\n2 - Finnish - Kaffe ja Tupakki (1855) by Gustaf Erik Eurén (prose)<br>\n3 - French - Fou ? (1882) by Guy de Maupassant (prose, novelette)<br>\n4 - French - Memnon ou la sagesse humaine (1750) by Voltaire (prose, novelette)<br>\n5-7 - French - La Légende de Saint Julien l'Hospitalier (1877) by Gustave Flaubert (prose, novelette)<br>\n8 - French - La main (1883) by Guy de Maupassant (prose, novelette)<br>\n9-11 - French - Hérodias (1877) by Gustave Flaubert (prose, novelette)<br>\n12 - German - [Zum Tode von Schiller] Aus einem Brief von Goethe an Zelter (1833) by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (prose, letter; Goethe schreibt an Zelter nach dem Tod von Schiller.)<br>\n13 - Portuguese - Cântico do calvário (1865) Fagundes Varela (poetry; funerary lament; nenia; Romanticism)<br>\n14-15 - Portuguese - O Uraguai (1769) by Basílio da Gama (epic poetry; Indianism; jesuits; missions)<br>\n16 - Russian - Ворон (1894) by Edgar Allan Poe, transl. by Konstantin Dmitriyevich Balmont (poetry, fantasy)<br>\n17 - Slovenian - Ilirija oživljena (1920) by Valentin Vodnik (poetry)<br>\n18 - Slovenian - Potujoče misli (1920) by Anton Funtek (poetry)<br>\n19 - Slovenian - Živali popotnice (1909) by Fran Erjavec (prose)<br>\n20 - Slovenian - Soči (1920) by Simon Gregorčič (poetry)<br>\n21 - Slovenian - Slovenija svojemu cesarju (1920) by Josip Stritar (poetry)<br><br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-011-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 1 arabic suratu l alaq al qur an surah 96 prose non fiction religion br 2 finnish kaffe ja tupakki 1855 gustaf erik eurén prose br 3 french fou 1882 guy de maupassant prose novelette br 4 french memnon ou la sagesse humaine 1750 voltaire prose novelette br 5 7 french la légende de saint julien l hospitalier 1877 gustave flaubert prose novelette br 8 french la main 1883 guy de maupassant prose novelette br 9 11 french hérodias 1877 gustave flaubert prose novelette br 12 german zum tode von schiller aus einem brief von goethe zelter 1833 johann wolfgang von goethe prose letter goethe schreibt zelter nach dem tod von schiller br 13 portuguese cântico calvário 1865 fagundes varela poetry funerary lament nenia romanticism br 14 15 portuguese uraguai 1769 basílio da gama epic poetry indianism jesuits missions br 16 russian ворон 1894 edgar allan poe transl konstantin dmitriyevich balmont poetry fantasy br 17 slovenian ilirija oživljena 1920 valentin vodnik poetry br 18 slovenian potujoče misli 1920 anton funtek poetry br 19 slovenian živali popotnice 1909 fran erjavec prose br 20 slovenian soči 1920 simon gregorčič poetry br 21 slovenian slovenija svojemu cesarju 1920 josip stritar poetry br br |
| 7816 |
7756 |
8371 |
Little Match Girl |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a recording of seven immortal and delightful fairy tales written by Hans Christian Andersen. The Little Match Girl is of course the first, followed by The Swineherd, The Real Princess, The Leap Frog, The Elderbush, The Bell and finally, The Old House. They cover a wide range of topics but all demonstrate the storytelling genius of the prolific Danish author who gave us so many memorable and cherished tales. <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-match-girl-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
recording seven immortal delightful fairy tales written hans christian andersen little match girl course first followed swineherd real princess leap frog elderbush bell finally old house cover wide range topics demonstrate storytelling genius prolific danish author gave us many memorable cherished tales p |
| 7817 |
7757 |
8372 |
Happy Jack |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The adventures and perils of Happy Jack the Squirrel in the Green Forest, co-starring Happy Jack's cousins Chatterer the Red Squirrel and Striped Chipmunk, friends Sammy Jay, Tommy Tit, Whitefoot the Wood Mouse, and Shadow the Weasel as Happy Jack's enemy. - Summary by Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/happy-jack-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures perils happy jack squirrel green forest co starring happy jack s cousins chatterer red squirrel striped chipmunk friends sammy jay tommy tit whitefoot wood mouse shadow weasel happy jack s enemy summary jill engle p |
| 7818 |
7758 |
8373 |
Poètes Maudits 01 |
Paul-Marie Verlaine |
Poetry |
La notion de "poète maudit" est apparue dans le livre du même nom, publié en 1888 et écrit par Paul Verlaine. Dans un premier temps, elle se réfère aux amis de Verlaine, dont ce dernier a rassemblé les poèmes dans son ouvrage : Tristan Corbière, Arthur Rimbaud, Stéphane Mallarmé, Marceline Desbordes-Valmore, Villiers de l'Isle Adam et Pauvre Lelian (qui est l'anagramme de Paul Verlaine). Plus généralement, un poète maudit est un écrivain de talent, mais incompris, voire rejeté. Il se rebelle contre la société, adopte une attitude provocatrice, dangereuse, et même autodestructrice (consommation excessive de drogue ou d'alcool). Le poète maudit meurt généralement avant que toute l'ampleur de son génie n'ait été perçue.(summary by Isabelle Brasme) <p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetes-maudits-01-by-paul-verlaine/ |
la notion de poète maudit est apparue dans le livre du même nom publié en 1888 et écrit par paul verlaine dans un premier temps elle se réfère aux amis de verlaine dont ce dernier rassemblé les poèmes dans son ouvrage tristan corbière arthur rimbaud stéphane mallarmé marceline desbordes valmore villiers de l isle adam et pauvre lelian qui est l anagramme de paul verlaine plus généralement un poète maudit est un écrivain de talent mais incompris voire rejeté il se rebelle contre la société adopte une attitude provocatrice dangereuse et même autodestructrice consommation excessive de drogue ou d alcool le poète maudit meurt généralement avant que toute l ampleur de son génie n ait été perçue summary isabelle brasme p |
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7759 |
8374 |
Love Letters of Mrs. Piozzi, Written When She Was Eighty |
Hester Lynch Piozzi |
Biography & Autobiography, Letters |
Born into the influential Welsh Salusbury family and married to the rich brewer Henry Thrale, Hester Piozzi was associated to the most illustrious figures of London society in her time, among others the famous Samuel Johnson, to whose biography her diaries added valuable details. After surviving Mr. Thrale and her second husband Gabriel Mario Piozzi, at the age of 80, she fell in love with William Augustus Conway, to whom she wrote these letters. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/love-letters-of-mrs-piozzi-written-when-she-was-eighty-by-hester-lynch-piozzi/ |
born influential welsh salusbury family married rich brewer henry thrale hester piozzi associated illustrious figures london society time among others famous samuel johnson whose biography diaries added valuable details surviving mr thrale second husband gabriel mario piozzi age 80 fell love william augustus conway wrote letters summary carolin p |
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7760 |
8375 |
Garden of Love |
William Blake |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Blake was an English poet, painter and printmaker. Largely unrecognized during his lifetime, Blake is now considered a seminal figure in the history of the poetry and visual arts of the Romantic Age.\nHe was considered mad by contemporaries for his idiosyncratic views, Blake is held in high regard by later critics for his expressiveness and creativity, and for the philosophical and mystical undercurrents within his work (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-of-love-by-william-blake/ |
william blake english poet painter printmaker largely unrecognized lifetime blake considered seminal figure history poetry visual arts romantic age considered mad contemporaries idiosyncratic views blake held high regard later critics expressiveness creativity philosophical mystical undercurrents within work summary wikipedia p |
| 7821 |
7761 |
8376 |
Marriage at Sea |
William Clark Russell |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Herbert Barclay is desperately in love with Grace Bellassys, but a number of factors stand in the way of their happiness, the biggest of which is the person of Lady Amelia Roscoe, Grace's guardian. Lady Amelia has several objections to the union, one of which is the fact that Herbert is not a Papist, and to separate the two young people, she has sent Grace to school in France. The two decide to elope, but this is just the start of the adventure... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/a-marriage-at-sea-by-william-clark-russell/ |
herbert barclay desperately love grace bellassys number factors stand way happiness biggest person lady amelia roscoe grace s guardian lady amelia several objections union one fact herbert papist separate two young people sent grace school france two decide elope start adventure summary carolin p |
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7762 |
8377 |
Three Sisters |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
Fascinated as she was by the lives of the Brontë siblings, May Sinclair loosely based her subtly sensual, quietly insurrectionary 1914 novel The Three Sisters on the Haworth moor milieu of the three literary Brontë sisters. Alice, Gwenda, and Mary Cartaret are the daughters of the Vicar of Garth, an abusive father with rigid, selfish expectations for female behavior. Hope of rescue seems to dawn in the person of an idealistic young doctor in the village, but this is no Austen romance. Described with Edwardian restraint, it is still sexual passion that is the underlying theme of the story: the rebellion of human sensuality in almost every major character in the story against the artificial constraints of conventional Society and Religion. Sinclair, herself a fascinating hybrid of Victorian and modern, shows the desperate, inertial ennui inherent in the lives of unmarried late-Victorian women dependent on their male guardians but fired by dreams and desires of their own. Sinclair's gently seditious fiction is always deeply imbued with philosophy as well as human psychology, giving it rich layers of interest. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-sisters-by-may-sinclair/ |
fascinated lives brontë siblings may sinclair loosely based subtly sensual quietly insurrectionary 1914 novel three sisters haworth moor milieu three literary brontë sisters alice gwenda mary cartaret daughters vicar garth abusive father rigid selfish expectations female behavior hope rescue seems dawn person idealistic young doctor village austen romance described edwardian restraint still sexual passion underlying theme story rebellion human sensuality almost every major character story artificial constraints conventional society religion sinclair fascinating hybrid victorian modern shows desperate inertial ennui inherent lives unmarried late victorian women dependent male guardians fired dreams desires own sinclair s gently seditious fiction always deeply imbued philosophy well human psychology giving rich layers interest summary expatriate p |
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7763 |
8378 |
Thousand Mile Walk to the Gulf |
John Muir |
Travel & Geography |
Muir was a preservationist and naturalist. His activism helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley, Sequoia National Park and other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he founded, is now one of the most important conservation organizations in the United States.<br/><br/>In early March 1867, Muir was injured while working as a sawyer in a factory that made wagon wheels: a tool he was using slipped and struck him in the eye. This accident changed the course of his life. He was confined to a darkened room for six weeks, worried whether he’d ever regain his sight. When he did, "he saw the world—and his purpose—in a new light," writes Marquis. Muir later wrote, "This affliction has driven me to the sweet fields. God has to nearly kill us sometimes, to teach us lessons." From that point on, he determined to "be true to myself" and follow his dream of exploration and study of plants.<br/><br/>A Thousand Mile Walk to the Gulf recounts Muir's walk of about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) from Indiana to Florida. He had no specific route chosen, except to go by the "wildest, leafiest, and least trodden way I could find." This journal is the earliest of Muir's writings and autobiographically bridges the period between <i>The Story of my Boyhood and Youth</i> and <i>My First Summer in the Sierra.</i> (Summary from Wikipedia and Introduction)<br/><br/> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-thousand-mile-walk-to-the-gulf-by-john-muir/ |
muir preservationist naturalist activism helped preserve yosemite valley sequoia national park wilderness areas sierra club founded one important conservation organizations united states br br in early march 1867 muir injured working sawyer factory made wagon wheels tool using slipped struck eye accident changed course life confined darkened room six weeks worried whether he d ever regain sight did he saw world and purpose in new light writes marquis muir later wrote this affliction driven sweet fields god nearly kill us sometimes teach us lessons point on determined be true myself follow dream exploration study plants br br a thousand mile walk gulf recounts muir s walk 1 000 miles 1 600 km indiana florida specific route chosen except go wildest leafiest least trodden way could find journal earliest muir s writings autobiographically bridges period i the story boyhood youth i i my first summer sierra i summary wikipedia introduction br br |
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7772 |
8387 |
Gettysburg Address 150th Anniversary |
Abraham Lincoln |
Essays & Short Works |
On Thursday, November 19, 1863, Abraham Lincoln gave a brief address at the dedication of the Soldier's National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. This speech is now considered one of the greatest in American history and one of the finest examples of English public oratory. To mark its 150th anniversary, Librivox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of the Gettysburg Address. (from Wikipedia and LA Walden) <p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-gettysburg-address-150th-anniversary-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
thursday november 19 1863 abraham lincoln gave brief address dedication soldier s national cemetery gettysburg pennsylvania speech considered one greatest american history one finest examples english public oratory mark 150th anniversary librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings gettysburg address from wikipedia la walden p |
| 7825 |
7764 |
8379 |
Laulu tulipunaisesta kukasta |
Johannes Linnankoski |
Romance |
Laulu tulipunaisesta kukasta on Suomen taiteen kultakauden kirjailijan Johannes Linnankosken tunnetuin teos. Vuonna 1905 julkaistu kirja on ensimmäisiä suomalaisia bestseller-kirjoja. Laulu tulipunaisesta kukasta pohjautuu Don Juanin taruun. Kirja kertoo nuoresta Olavi Koskelasta, joka riitautuu vanhempiensa kanssa ja pestautuu tukkilaisporukkaan. Matkan varrella hän hurmaa lukuisia naisia, jotka hän kuitenkin hylkää tukkilaisporukan jatkaessa matkaansa. Kirjan tapahtumat sijoittuvat Linnankosken nuoruuden maisemiin Askolaan Vakkolan kylään 1800-luvun loppupuolelle. (from Wikipedia) <br /><br />Song of the Blood-Red Flower is the most famous book written by Johannes Linnankoski, one of the authors of the Golden Age of Finnish Art. The book was published in 1905 and was one of the first Finnish bestsellers. The Song of the Blood-Red Flower is based on the story of Don Juan. The main character is young Olof Koskela, who leaves home after having an argument with his parents and begins to work as a lumberjack. Along the way he charms several women, whom he abandons when the lumberjacks move on. The story is situated in Askola, Vaakkola village, where Linnaskoski spent his youth at the end of the 19th century. (from Wikipedia)</p> |
Finnish |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/laulu-tulipunaisesta-kukasta-by-johannes-linnankoski/ |
laulu tulipunaisesta kukasta suomen taiteen kultakauden kirjailijan johannes linnankosken tunnetuin teos vuonna 1905 julkaistu kirja ensimmäisiä suomalaisia bestseller kirjoja laulu tulipunaisesta kukasta pohjautuu juanin taruun kirja kertoo nuoresta olavi koskelasta joka riitautuu vanhempiensa kanssa ja pestautuu tukkilaisporukkaan matkan varrella hän hurmaa lukuisia naisia jotka hän kuitenkin hylkää tukkilaisporukan jatkaessa matkaansa kirjan tapahtumat sijoittuvat linnankosken nuoruuden maisemiin askolaan vakkolan kylään 1800 luvun loppupuolelle from wikipedia br br song blood red flower famous book written johannes linnankoski one authors golden age finnish art book published 1905 one first finnish bestsellers song blood red flower based story juan main character young olof koskela leaves home argument parents begins work lumberjack along way charms several women abandons lumberjacks move on story situated askola vaakkola village linnaskoski spent youth end 19th century from wikipedia p |
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7765 |
8380 |
Mão e a Luva |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Literary Fiction |
A mão e a luva, romance publicado em 1874, é considerado por parte da crítica como um dos melhores de Machado de Assis, possivelmente o melhor romancista da literatura brasileira. A história de Guiomar, jovem ambiciosa, afilhada de uma baronesa, que deve escolher entre três homens qual deles oferece melhores vantagens em um casamento, é lida como uma análise da sociedade ambiciosa e da falsa inocência. - Summary by Leni<p> |
Portuguese |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/a-mao-e-a-luva-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
mão e luva romance publicado em 1874 é considerado por parte da crítica como um dos melhores de machado de assis possivelmente melhor romancista da literatura brasileira história de guiomar jovem ambiciosa afilhada de uma baronesa que deve escolher entre três homens qual deles oferece melhores vantagens em um casamento é lida como uma análise da sociedade ambiciosa e da falsa inocência summary leni p |
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7766 |
8381 |
Ellis Parker Butler Short Story Collection, Vol 1 |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
Ellis Parker Butler was an American author. He was the author of more than 30 books and more than 2,000 stories and essays. These are eight of his humorous short stories about life. - Summary by KirksVoice<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/ellis-parker-butler-short-story-collection-vol-1-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
ellis parker butler american author author 30 books 2 000 stories essays eight humorous short stories life summary kirksvoice p |
| 7828 |
7767 |
8382 |
God Goes to Murderer's Row |
Rev. M. Raymond |
True Crime, Christianity - Biographies |
The Hound of Heaven stalks the death house in pursuit of the soul of a modern Dismas in this true story of a doomed criminal who found God in the solitude of a prison. <br><br>\n\nThe author, Father Raymond, was a Trappist monk from Gethsemani, Kentucky. He was a well known author of such books as "The Man Who Got Even With God", "The Family That Overtook Christ", and many others. (Summary from the dust jacket and Maria Therese)<br><br> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/god-goes-to-murderers-row-by-rev-m-raymond/ |
hound heaven stalks death house pursuit soul modern dismas true story doomed criminal found god solitude prison br br author father raymond trappist monk gethsemani kentucky well known author books the man got even god the family overtook christ many others summary dust jacket maria therese br br |
| 7829 |
7768 |
8383 |
That Pup |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
A puppy, unanounced and unordered, arrives in a crate at Mr. Murchison's house. Humorous events follow. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/that-pup-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
puppy unanounced unordered arrives crate mr murchison s house humorous events follow summary david wales p |
| 7830 |
7769 |
8384 |
Among Typhoons And Pirate Craft |
Lindsay Anderson |
*Non-fiction |
Anderson served as third officer aboard the Eamont. Eamont was an opium clipper built in Cowes. Eamont was involved in the opening of Japan to foreigners in 1858, serving as a dispatch boat between Nagasaki and Shanghai, and was one of the first vessels to open up a trade with Formosa. The Eamont was employed in the negotiations for the first commercial treaty with Japan. On this occasion she ran into Nagasaki and quietly dropped anchor, in spite of the fact that opposition to the proposed commercial treaty was very strong at the time. On the following morning 150 boat-loads of Japanese attempted to tow her to sea, being evidently ignorant of an anchor's raison d'etre. But though they attempted several similar methods to get rid of her they refrained from any armed attack, and, eventually, her mission was completely successful. This was in 1858, and the Eamont's crew saw many wonderful sights in that tierra incognita. The September Typhoon of 1858 destroyed several well-known opium clippers at Double Island, including the Anonyma, Gazelle, Pantaloon, and Mazeppa. Eamont was anchored off Double Island, with "150 fathoms of chain out and a second anchor backed on it at 60 fathoms." The waves in the anchorage were estimated to be as large as 40 feet, and the Eamont’s crew had to cut away her masts. Eamont was one of only two ships in that anchorage to survive the night, the other being the Hazard. (See Wikipedia article on Eamont (schooner)) ( wikipedia and david wales)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/among-typhoons-and-pirate-craft-by-lindsay-anderson/ |
anderson served third officer aboard eamont eamont opium clipper built cowes eamont involved opening japan foreigners 1858 serving dispatch boat nagasaki shanghai one first vessels open trade formosa eamont employed negotiations first commercial treaty japan occasion ran nagasaki quietly dropped anchor spite fact opposition proposed commercial treaty strong time following morning 150 boat loads japanese attempted tow sea evidently ignorant anchor s raison d etre though attempted several similar methods get rid refrained armed attack and eventually mission completely successful 1858 eamont s crew saw many wonderful sights tierra incognita september typhoon 1858 destroyed several well known opium clippers double island including anonyma gazelle pantaloon mazeppa eamont anchored double island 150 fathoms chain second anchor backed 60 fathoms waves anchorage estimated large 40 feet eamont s crew cut away masts eamont one two ships anchorage survive night hazard see wikipedia article eamont schooner wikipedia david wales p |
| 7831 |
7770 |
8385 |
Emperor's New Clothes |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of a few of my personal favorite stories by Hans Christian Andersen that I most loved as a child and still enjoy as an adult. The Emperor's New Clothes was funny from my earliest years because even then I could see that it poked fun at adults and their silly pretensions; The Ugly Duckling I think, was enjoyable because the bullied little one turned out so well and it had a happy ending although I thought even as a child that the protagonist should have gone back and brought those mean barnyard fowl down a peg or two. Little Tiny or Thumbellina is just a sweet story with adventure thrown in and The Brave Little Tin Soldier was and is a tribute to bravery and steadfastness. The last story, There Is No Doubt About It ! was so obviously silly and fun even to a young child and frankly, I just love the way the animals talk in this story. (summary by the reader )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-emperors-new-clothes-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection personal favorite stories hans christian andersen loved child still enjoy adult emperor s new clothes funny earliest years even could see poked fun adults silly pretensions ugly duckling think enjoyable bullied little one turned well happy ending although thought even child protagonist gone back brought mean barnyard fowl peg two little tiny thumbellina sweet story adventure thrown brave little tin soldier tribute bravery steadfastness last story doubt obviously silly fun even young child frankly love way animals talk story summary reader p |
| 7832 |
7771 |
8386 |
Green Flag and Other Stories of War and Sport |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
War & Military Fiction |
Arthur Conan Doyle was deeply affected by the many wars fought during his lifetime. As many other writers, he used the material for short stories, a collection of which is presented here. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-flag-and-other-stories-of-war-and-sport-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
arthur conan doyle deeply affected many wars fought lifetime many writers used material short stories collection presented here summary carolin p |
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7773 |
8388 |
Shield |
Various |
Political Science |
This is not merely a book about the Russian Jews. It is a marvellous revelation of the Russian soul. It shows not only that the overwhelming majority of the Russian intellectuals, including nearly all of her brilliant literary geniuses, are opposed to the persecution of the Jews or any other race, but that they have a capacity for sympathy and understanding of humanity unequalled in any other land. I do not know of any book where the genius and heart of Russia is better displayed. Not only her leading litterateurs but also her leading statesmen and economists are represented—and all of them speak as with a single voice. - Summary by William English Walling (Foreword of book)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-shield-by-various/ |
merely book russian jews marvellous revelation russian soul shows overwhelming majority russian intellectuals including nearly brilliant literary geniuses opposed persecution jews race capacity sympathy understanding humanity unequalled land know book genius heart russia better displayed leading litterateurs also leading statesmen economists represented and speak single voice summary william english walling foreword book p |
| 7834 |
7774 |
8389 |
White Dandy: A Horse's Story |
Velma Caldwell Melville |
Animals & Nature |
This book is written from the horse's point of view, much as Black Beauty was. Indeed, it is intended to be a companion book to Black Beauty, filling in more background as seen by the horse. The title is actually White Dandy or Master and I: A Horse's Story. What do horses talk about among themselves? Do they have personalities, some dour and unhappy others buoyant and upbeat just as we humans do? Do horses anticipate good times and fear bad owners? Well, if you listen to a chapter or two of this book you will have a delightful glimpse into a horse's life and thoughts. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/white-dandy-a-horses-story-a-companion-book-to-black-beauty-by-velma-caldwell-melville/ |
book written horse s point view much black beauty was indeed intended companion book black beauty filling background seen horse title actually white dandy master i horse s story horses talk among themselves personalities dour unhappy others buoyant upbeat humans do horses anticipate good times fear bad owners well listen chapter two book delightful glimpse horse s life thoughts summary phil chenevert p |
| 7835 |
7775 |
8390 |
Apocryphal Acts of Paul, Peter, John, Andrew and Thomas |
Bernhard Pick |
Literary Collections, Christianity - Other |
<br />The full title of this book, published in 1909, is The Apocryphal Acts of Paul, Peter, John, Andrew and Thomas. As early as the second century, numerous legends concerning the fates of the Christian apostles were in circulation. These Acts, widely regarded as originating circa 150 CE, are among the earliest accounts still in existence of the lives, preaching and martyrdoms of the apostles Paul, Peter, John, Andrew and Thomas. They are written in a fantastic and romantic style, and although they were influential in later Christian conceptions of these apostles, they are historically worthless as biographies. They do, however, reflect many of the beliefs of earliest, pre-Nicene Christianity.<br /><br />\n\nBernhard Pick translated the most complete versions of the Apocryphal Acts available to him in 1909. Although more complete manuscripts of these Acts have since been discovered, Pick was sometimes working with incomplete texts. Several large lacunae, or gaps in the text, are present in Pick’s translation, and this Librivox recording has attempted to make these lacunae obvious without being intrusive. The Acts of Andrew, in particular, is fragmentary. Also included in this recording are Bernhard Pick’s introductions to each Acts, which reflect the state of scholarly opinion at the time of publication. (Summary by JoeD)<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-apocryphal-acts-of-paul-peter-john-andrew-and-thomas-by-bernhard-pick/ |
br the full title book published 1909 apocryphal acts paul peter john andrew thomas early second century numerous legends concerning fates christian apostles circulation acts widely regarded originating circa 150 ce among earliest accounts still existence lives preaching martyrdoms apostles paul peter john andrew thomas written fantastic romantic style although influential later christian conceptions apostles historically worthless biographies do however reflect many beliefs earliest pre nicene christianity br br bernhard pick translated complete versions apocryphal acts available 1909 although complete manuscripts acts since discovered pick sometimes working incomplete texts several large lacunae gaps text present pick s translation librivox recording attempted make lacunae obvious without intrusive acts andrew particular fragmentary also included recording bernhard pick s introductions acts reflect state scholarly opinion time publication summary joed br br |
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7776 |
8391 |
Portrait of a Lady (version 2) |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
The Portrait of a Lady is a novel by Henry James, first published as a serial in The Atlantic Monthly and Macmillan's Magazine in 1880–81 and then as a book in 1881. It is one of James's most popular long novels, and is regarded by critics as one of his finest. The Portrait of a Lady is the story of a spirited young American woman, Isabel Archer, who "affronts her destiny" and finds it overwhelming. She inherits a large amount of money and subsequently becomes the victim of Machiavellian scheming by two American expatriates. Like many of James's novels, it is set in Europe, mostly England and Italy. Generally regarded as the masterpiece of James's early period, this novel reflects James's continuing interest in the differences between the New World and the Old, often to the detriment of the former. It also treats in a profound way the themes of personal freedom, responsibility, and betrayal. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-portrait-of-a-lady-solo-version-by-henry-james/ |
portrait lady novel henry james first published serial atlantic monthly macmillan s magazine 1880 81 book 1881 one james s popular long novels regarded critics one finest portrait lady story spirited young american woman isabel archer affronts destiny finds overwhelming inherits large amount money subsequently becomes victim machiavellian scheming two american expatriates like many james s novels set europe mostly england italy generally regarded masterpiece james s early period novel reflects james s continuing interest differences new world old often detriment former also treats profound way themes personal freedom responsibility betrayal summary wikipedia p |
| 7837 |
7777 |
8392 |
Boy Chums in the Florida Jungle |
Wilmer M. Ely |
Action & Adventure |
Late entry in the Boy Chums series set in WWI-era Florida focuses on four working-class adventurers: young adults Charley & Walter, manservant Chris, and man of the world, Captain Westfield. Has the distinction of Chris being black; he's a stereotype for sure but is pretty much treated as an equal, like a grown-up Buckwheat -- with a dry sense of humor -- from the Our Gang comedies.. - Summary by BellonaTimes<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-chums-in-the-florida-jungle-by-wilmer-m-ely/ |
late entry boy chums series set wwi era florida focuses four working class adventurers young adults charley walter manservant chris man world captain westfield distinction chris black he s stereotype sure pretty much treated equal like grown up buckwheat dry sense humor gang comedies summary bellonatimes p |
| 7838 |
7778 |
8393 |
Winds of Doctrine: Studies in Contemporary Opinion |
George Santayana |
Essays & Short Works, Philosophy, Religion |
Even before the Great War turned the world upside down, Western civilization was being revolutionized at all levels: intellectually, philosophically, artistically. Noted positivist philosopher George Santayana published this volume on the eve of the War, trying to portray the status of philosophy and theology at that moment by analyzing six significant topics: <br>1. the intellectual "temper" of the age <br> 2. the clash between Modernism and Christianity<br> 3. the new idealism of Henri Bergson<br> 4. the new skepticism of Bertrand Russell<br> 5. Shelley's fusion of philosophy and poetry<br> 6. the so-called "genteel" tradition in American philosophy.<br> - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/winds-of-doctrine-studies-in-contemporary-opinion-by-george-santayana/ |
even great war turned world upside down western civilization revolutionized levels intellectually philosophically artistically noted positivist philosopher george santayana published volume eve war trying portray status philosophy theology moment analyzing six significant topics br 1 intellectual temper age br 2 clash modernism christianity br 3 new idealism henri bergson br 4 new skepticism bertrand russell br 5 shelley s fusion philosophy poetry br 6 so called genteel tradition american philosophy br summary expatriate p |
| 7839 |
7780 |
8395 |
Nomads of the North |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
An unlikely pair were Neewa, the black bear cub who had been orphaned at a young age, and Miki, part Mackenzie hound, part Airedale and Spitz who had become separated from his master in the frozen reaches of northern Canada. But the two befriended one another, and these nomads fended for themselves until they too became separated in an unfortunate way. While Neewa searched for his friend, Miki was taken by northern trappers who felt he could be trained to become a good fighting dog, a valuable asset in the north. What follows is Miki's attempts to flee from his captors and search for his master, and Neewa's search for his canine friend. - Summary by Roger Melin<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/nomads-of-the-north-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
unlikely pair neewa black bear cub orphaned young age miki part mackenzie hound part airedale spitz become separated master frozen reaches northern canada two befriended one another nomads fended became separated unfortunate way neewa searched friend miki taken northern trappers felt could trained become good fighting dog valuable asset north follows miki s attempts flee captors search master neewa s search canine friend summary roger melin p |
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7781 |
8396 |
Talleyrand Maxim |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
John Mallathorpe, a wealthy Yorkshire industrialist and land owner dies in an accident, apparently without making a will. His estate goes to his wife and two children and they live the good life for a number of years. However, an old bookseller, whilst clearing some old books passed on from the Mallathorpe estate, finds a copy of Mallathorpe's will inside one of the books, and unfortunately for the family the will bequeaths the whole estate minus a small endowment for the family, to the city authorities. The bookseller takes the will to the local solicitor to seek advice, but unfortunately dies in the solicitor's office. The clerk on duty sees an opportunity to benefit himself from the knowledge of the existence of the will.\nThis is a gripping detective story, with many twists and turns, based in Edwardian England.\n - Summary by Kevin Green<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-talleyrand-maxim-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
john mallathorpe wealthy yorkshire industrialist land owner dies accident apparently without making will estate goes wife two children live good life number years however old bookseller whilst clearing old books passed mallathorpe estate finds copy mallathorpe s inside one books unfortunately family bequeaths whole estate minus small endowment family city authorities bookseller takes local solicitor seek advice unfortunately dies solicitor s office clerk duty sees opportunity benefit knowledge existence will gripping detective story many twists turns based edwardian england summary kevin green p |
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7782 |
8397 |
Werewolf -- Five Pieces |
Clemence Housman |
Gothic Fiction |
Five stories and essays about werewolves. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/werewolf-five-pieces-by-saki/ |
five stories essays werewolves summary david wales p |
| 7842 |
7783 |
8398 |
Life and Death of Doctor Faustus Made into a Farce |
William Mountfort |
Comedy |
First produced between 1684-1688, this - as the title says - is Faust played as a comedy. Angels to go along with Mephistopholis and Lucifer and Beelzebub, sure, but also the Seven Deadly Sins and wait a minute - Scaramouche and Harlequin?? (The author Mountfort was also an actor and was killed trying to prevent an attempt to kidnap an actress in a case that ended up in the House of Lords.) - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDr Faustus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMephistopholis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8498">Ian Quinlan</a><br>\nGood Angel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nBad Angel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nScaramouche: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nHarlequin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>\nLucifer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nBeelzebub: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPride: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nCovetousness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8693">russellhughes</a><br>\nEnvy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nWrath: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nGluttony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nSloth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nLeachery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nGiant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nHorse-courser: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCarter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8788">Kadier Carter</a><br>\nHostess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nOld Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nEmperor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8693">russellhughes</a><br>\nBenoolio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nLord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9300">Gillian Schnurr</a><br>\nSecond Lord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPoor : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nSecond Poor : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nThird Poor : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nFourth Poor : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nScholar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1697 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-death-of-doctor-faustus-made-into-a-farce-by-william-mountfort/ |
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7784 |
8399 |
Cycle Industry, its origin, history and latest developments |
Walter Ferdinando Grew |
*Non-fiction, Sports & Recreation, Transportation |
From the velocipede to the motor cycle in twenty chapters. A short history of the British bicycle industry from its origins in a Coventry sewing machine factory in 1868 to its transformation into one of the countries most important industries. A reminder of the days when bicycles ruled the roads from the Pitman's Common Commodities and Industry Series. - Summary by Phil Benson<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-cycle-industry-by-walter-ferdinando-grew/ |
velocipede motor cycle twenty chapters short history british bicycle industry origins coventry sewing machine factory 1868 transformation one countries important industries reminder days bicycles ruled roads pitman s common commodities industry series summary phil benson p |
| 7844 |
7785 |
8400 |
Essay on Crimes and Punishments |
Cesare Beccaria |
Law |
Beccaria's treatise On Crimes and Punishments, which condemns disproportionate and irrational penalties in general as well as torture and the death penalty, is said to mark the peak of Enlightenment in Milan. Its translations were widely read by statesmen and policy makers in Britain, America and France. This translation also features the anonymous commentary, attributed to Voltaire. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-on-crimes-and-punishments-by-cesare-beccaria-and-voltaire/ |
beccaria s treatise crimes punishments condemns disproportionate irrational penalties general well torture death penalty said mark peak enlightenment milan translations widely read statesmen policy makers britain america france translation also features anonymous commentary attributed voltaire summary carolin p |
| 7845 |
7786 |
8401 |
Boy Scouts First Camp Fire |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
The Silver Fox Patrol is out on their first camping trip! The boys, Thad the fill-in scout-master, Allan, Bumpus, Davy Jones, Smithy, Bob White, Giraffe and Step-Hen, are learning many new things about being scouts and about themselves. But when a bear invades the camp, their trip turns into an adventure that they will talk about for a long time!\n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of many pseudonyms used by St George Rathborne.</p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-first-camp-fire-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
silver fox patrol first camping trip boys thad fill in scout master allan bumpus davy jones smithy bob white giraffe step hen learning many new things scouts themselves bear invades camp trip turns adventure talk long time br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms used st george rathborne p |
| 7846 |
7787 |
8402 |
Collected Prose |
James Elroy Flecker |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
Best remembered for his poetry, James Elroy Flecker was also a playwright, novelist and prose writer. This collection of his idiosyncratic prose writings includes The Last Generation (a short science fiction story), short sketches, a dialogue, and several critical studies. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/collected-prose-by-james-elroy-flecker/ |
best remembered poetry james elroy flecker also playwright novelist prose writer collection idiosyncratic prose writings includes last generation a short science fiction story short sketches dialogue several critical studies summary phil benson p |
| 7847 |
7788 |
8403 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 050 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Short Stories, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought, and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the science and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-050-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest science cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
| 7848 |
7789 |
8404 |
Maude |
Christina Rossetti |
Literary Fiction, Poetry, Religious Fiction |
Maude is a novella by Christina Rossetti, written in 1850 but published posthumously in 1897. Considered by scholars to be semi-autobiographical, the protagonist is 15-year-old Maude Foster, a quiet and serious girl who writes poetry that explores the tensions between religious devotion and worldly desires. The text includes several of Rossetti's early verses, which were later published as part of her collections of poetry. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/maude-by-christina-rossetti/ |
maude novella christina rossetti written 1850 published posthumously 1897 considered scholars semi autobiographical protagonist 15 year old maude foster quiet serious girl writes poetry explores tensions religious devotion worldly desires text includes several rossetti s early verses later published part collections poetry summary elizabeth klett p |
| 7849 |
7790 |
8405 |
Elsie's Children |
Martha Finley |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
This book continues the delightful "Elsie Dinsmore" series. Elsie's children, introduced in the previous volume, live life, grow up, and encounter various problems of their own. - Summary by GabrielleC</p>\n\n<b>Additional Proof Listeners:</b> AlaynaMay & Rachel.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-children-by-martha-finley/ |
book continues delightful elsie dinsmore series elsie s children introduced previous volume live life grow up encounter various problems own summary gabriellec p b additional proof listeners b alaynamay rachel p |
| 7850 |
7791 |
8406 |
Collection of Beatrix Potter Stories |
Beatrix Potter |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
What can we say about the delightful Beatrix Potter stories? Starting with the naughty Peter Rabbit and his mis-adventures, progressing through The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle whose funny name is just the start of the interesting things about her, then expounding on the Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck, and many many more, these stories are all gems of the art of story telling. This is your chance to enjoy reading them aloud and recording them for children to enjoy listening to in the years and decades to come. Aren't you curious to learn more about the Fierce Bad Rabbit? Or the Tale of the Two Bad Mice? This is your chance to read aloud. And remember to have fun !! - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-collection-of-beatrix-potter-stories-by-beatrix-potter/ |
say delightful beatrix potter stories starting naughty peter rabbit mis adventures progressing tale mrs tiggy winkle whose funny name start interesting things her expounding tale jemima puddle duck many many more stories gems art story telling chance enjoy reading aloud recording children enjoy listening years decades come curious learn fierce bad rabbit tale two bad mice chance read aloud remember fun summary phil chenevert p |
| 7851 |
7792 |
8407 |
Fables for the Frivolous (Version 2) |
Guy Wetmore Carryl |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Humorous Fiction |
Fables for the Frivolous is one of the earliest works by the American parodist Guy Wetmore Carryl. These fables are adapted from Jean de La Fontaine's original writings. The Aesop-style fables are written in verse, and are light-hearted re-tellings of fables from two centuries before, each ending with a moral and a pun. Among the more celebrated of the fables are The Persevering Tortoise and the Pretentious Hare, The Arrogant Frog and the Superior Bull, and The Sycophantic Fox and the Gullible Raven. ( from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/fables-for-the-frivolous-version-2-by-guy-wetmore-carryl/ |
fables frivolous one earliest works american parodist guy wetmore carryl fables adapted jean de la fontaine s original writings aesop style fables written verse light hearted re tellings fables two centuries before ending moral pun among celebrated fables persevering tortoise pretentious hare arrogant frog superior bull sycophantic fox gullible raven wikipedia p |
| 7852 |
7793 |
8408 |
Ring and the Book |
Robert Browning |
Single author, Narratives |
<p>"Better translate--"A Roman murder-case:<br>\n"Position of the entire criminal cause<br>\n"Of Guido Franceschini, nobleman,<br>\n"With certain Four the cutthroats in his pay,<br>\n"Tried, all five, and found guilty and put to death<br>\n"By heading or hanging as befitted ranks,<br>\n"At Rome on February Twenty-Two,<br>\n"Since our salvation Sixteen Ninety Eight:<br>\n"Wherein it is disputed if, and when,<br>\n"Husbands may kill adulterous wives, yet 'scape<br>\n'The customary forfeit.'" <br>\n(Excerpt from first chapter of The Ring and the Book.)</p>\n\nNote from reader: The main text I have read from follows the first edition; but there are some words or lines that do not make sense, either through copying mistakes or because they are difficult if not impossible to make sense of in the first edition. In such cases, I have relied upon an alternate text, found at archive.org and also in the public domain, that contains the wording of the later editions. --Tony Oliva <p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-ring-and-the-book-by-robert-browning/ |
p better translate a roman murder case br position entire criminal cause br of guido franceschini nobleman br with certain four cutthroats pay br tried five found guilty put death br by heading hanging befitted ranks br at rome february twenty two br since salvation sixteen ninety eight br wherein disputed if when br husbands may kill adulterous wives yet scape br the customary forfeit br excerpt first chapter ring book p note reader main text read follows first edition words lines make sense either copying mistakes difficult impossible make sense first edition cases relied upon alternate text found archive org also public domain contains wording later editions tony oliva p |
| 7853 |
8590 |
9211 |
Voces Populi |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Voces Populi, a collection of his Punch pieces, is considered to be among his best works. He treats an array of situations from the charlatan conjuror to a row over a lady's large, obstructive hat at the music hall. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/voces-populi-by-f-anstey/ |
f anstey nom de plume thomas anstey guthrie londoner trained bar found success writer humorous pieces punch humorous novels voces populi collection punch pieces considered among best works treats array situations charlatan conjuror row lady s large obstructive hat music hall summary w jenkins p |
| 7854 |
7794 |
8409 |
Iracema, the Honey-Lips: a Legend of Brazil |
José de Alencar |
Literary Fiction |
Iracema (translated as Iracema, the Honey Lips: a legend of Brazil) is considered one of the most important books of Brazilian romanticism, but also of Brazilian literature as a whole. It's been called a poem in prose, a poetic novel, a fictional-historical novel, an indianist novel, an epic-lyric narrative, a mythic poem. The obvious difficulty in defining this work shows its many facets: legendary, narrative, poetic, lyric, mythic. The story revolves around the unexpected appearance of a Portuguese warrior in the lands of the Tabajara indians, on the shores of Ceará, Brazil, in the early years of the 16th century. The Portuguese Martim meets the beautiful and young Iracema (whose name means "honey-lips") while wandering lost in the forest, and an unexpected and forbidden love is born. The story has been read as a representation of the process of colonization of the Americas as a clash and mixture of two different races in the process of creation of a new race, the name Iracema itself being an anagram of America. This is also one of the first, if not the first Brazilian novel to be translated into English. Lady Isabel Burton lived in Brazil between 1865 and 1869, having personally met the author José de Alencar, requesting his authorization and assistance for the translation, as she herself describes in the Preface.\n - Summary by Leni<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/iracema-the-honey-lips-a-legend-of-brazil-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
iracema translated iracema honey lips legend brazil considered one important books brazilian romanticism also brazilian literature whole called poem prose poetic novel fictional historical novel indianist novel epic lyric narrative mythic poem obvious difficulty defining work shows many facets legendary narrative poetic lyric mythic story revolves around unexpected appearance portuguese warrior lands tabajara indians shores ceará brazil early years 16th century portuguese martim meets beautiful young iracema whose name means honey lips wandering lost forest unexpected forbidden love born story read representation process colonization americas clash mixture two different races process creation new race name iracema anagram america also one first first brazilian novel translated english lady isabel burton lived brazil 1865 1869 personally met author josé de alencar requesting authorization assistance translation describes preface summary leni p |
| 7855 |
7795 |
8410 |
Recluse |
William Wordsworth |
Single author |
In the prefatory advertisement to the First Edition of the Prelude, 1850, it is stated that that poem was designed to be introductory to the Recluse, and that the Recluse, if completed, would have consisted of three parts. The second part is the Excursion. The third part was only planned. The first book of the first part was left in manuscript by Wordsworth. It is now (1888) published for the first time in extenso. (Summary from the Preface)<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-recluse-by-william-wordsworth/ |
prefatory advertisement first edition prelude 1850 stated poem designed introductory recluse recluse completed would consisted three parts second part excursion third part planned first book first part left manuscript wordsworth 1888 published first time extenso summary preface p |
| 7856 |
7796 |
8412 |
こころ (Kokoro) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Published 1900 onward |
語り手は、鎌倉の海岸で、先生と知り合いになる。東京に戻ってからも度々、先生の家を訪ねた。先生は、苦悩持っていた。先生の友人Kが、先生が若い頃に自殺をした。先生は、毎月、その友人の墓を訪ねていた。\n 語り手が、大学を卒業し、父の病の為に帰省したままで、東京に戻れない時、先生からの遺書を受け取った。その中で、先生はKが自殺した上京、そして自分の苦悩を語り手に伝えた。<p>\n\nThe storyteller initially met Sensei at a bathing beach in Kamakura and later often visited Sensei in Tokyo. When Sensei was still young, his friend committed suicide, and Sensei visited his tomb every month. Only towards the end of his own life, Sensei comes to terms with his feelings of guilt. (by ekzemplaro) <p> |
Japanese |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/kokoro-by-soseki-natsume/ |
語り手は 鎌倉の海岸で 先生と知り合いになる 東京に戻ってからも度々 先生の家を訪ねた 先生は 苦悩持っていた 先生の友人kが 先生が若い頃に自殺をした 先生は 毎月 その友人の墓を訪ねていた 語り手が 大学を卒業し 父の病の為に帰省したままで 東京に戻れない時 先生からの遺書を受け取った その中で 先生はkが自殺した上京 そして自分の苦悩を語り手に伝えた p storyteller initially met sensei bathing beach kamakura later often visited sensei tokyo sensei still young friend committed suicide sensei visited tomb every month towards end life sensei comes terms feelings guilt by ekzemplaro p |
| 7857 |
7797 |
8413 |
Nocturne of Remembered Spring, and Other Poems |
Conrad Aiken |
Poetry |
Written at the height of the Great War, the poems of this volume are suffused with a sense of melancholy and tragedy. Some of the poems (such as "1915: The Trenches") speak directly of war-time scenes and images, but even those which don't do so are permeated with a feeling of loss and desolation occasioned by the War. In spite of this pervading pathos, however, these poems are also filled with haunting beauty of imagery, drawn as Aiken so often does from natural images of wind, sea, and weather. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/nocturne-of-remembered-spring-and-other-poems-by-conrad-aiken/ |
written height great war poems volume suffused sense melancholy tragedy poems such 1915 trenches speak directly war time scenes images even permeated feeling loss desolation occasioned war spite pervading pathos however poems also filled haunting beauty imagery drawn aiken often natural images wind sea weather summary expatriate p |
| 7858 |
7798 |
8414 |
Great Chicago Fire |
Charles Cole Hine |
Single author, Modern (19th C) |
Historical information relating the nature, extent, and consequences of The Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the insurance losses, and the relief costs. A brief interlude of comic relief is inserted midway in the form of a poem regarding the event.. - Summary by lubee930<p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/great-chicago-fire-by-charles-cole-hine/ |
historical information relating nature extent consequences great chicago fire 1871 insurance losses relief costs brief interlude comic relief inserted midway form poem regarding event summary lubee930 p |
| 7859 |
7799 |
8415 |
Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Essays & Short Works, Travel & Geography |
In an introductory paragraph, Lafcadio Hearn declares his intention: "The papers composing this volume treat of the inner rather than of the outer life of Japan, for which reason they have been grouped under the title Kokoro (heart). Written with the above character, this word signifies also mind, in the emotional sense; spirit; courage; resolve; sentiment; affection; and inner meaning, just as we say in English, "the heart of things."" The result is a highly eclectic collection of stories, diary entries, cultural essays, and collected traditional texts that illustrate not only the state of Japanese society in the 1890s but also the endlessly fascinating issue of the intersection of cultures as demonstrated in a Westerner's interpretations of what he observed in Japan. As much is revealed about the Western mind as the Japanese mind whenever such an intersection occurs. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/kokoro-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
introductory paragraph lafcadio hearn declares intention the papers composing volume treat inner rather outer life japan reason grouped title kokoro heart written character word signifies also mind emotional sense spirit courage resolve sentiment affection inner meaning say english the heart things result highly eclectic collection stories diary entries cultural essays collected traditional texts illustrate state japanese society 1890s also endlessly fascinating issue intersection cultures demonstrated westerner s interpretations observed japan much revealed western mind japanese mind whenever intersection occurs summary expatriate p |
| 7860 |
8604 |
9226 |
Chronicles of Avonlea (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, Romance, Single Author Collections |
In this first collection of stories following the characters from the "Anne of Green Gables" series, we see 12 vignettes into the lives of the other inhabitants of Avonlea. The case of Ludovic Speed as mentioned in "Anne of the Island" is finally detailed, along with another appearance by Anne Shirley herself in "The Courting of Prissy Strong". We meet some old friends and many new ones from "The Island", in stories both sweet and poignant. An old lady finds happiness in being a "fairy godmother" to a young music teacher; two lovers will not speak for fifteen years, but still love each other dearly; a woman-hater is quarantined with a man-hater; and other anecdotes of country town life are drawn by the delicate and sure hand of L.M. Montgomery. (Summary by Beth Thomas)\n<br>\n<BR><b>The Hurrying of Ludovic</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nTheodora Dix: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9552">Maria Ana Montalvo</a><br>\nAnne Shirley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nLudovic Speed: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nArnold Sherman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>Old Lady Lloyd</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>\nMinister's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nMary Moore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nOld Lady Lloyd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nCrooked Jack Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nMattie Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nEgg Pedlar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nSylvia Gray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a><br>\nJanet Moore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6000">MissRose</a><br>\nMinister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br>\nMrs. Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nStation Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9515">DomBombadil</a><br>\nAndrew Cameron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>Little Joscelyn</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nMrs. William Morrison: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nAunty Nan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nJordan Sloane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nBilly Morrison: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9572">Ryan Cooley</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nJoscelyn Burnett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>The Winning of Lucinda</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nMrs. George Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9595">BC48</a><br>\nRomney Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>\nMrs. Frederick Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLucinda Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9443">Betsy Cooley</a><br>\nCarey Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMrs. Nathaniel Penhallow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>Old Man Shaw's Girl</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nOld Man Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>\nSara Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMrs. Adair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nMrs. Blewett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>Aunt Olivia's Beau</b><BR>\nNarrator / Mary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nAunt Olivia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nPeggy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nMary's & Peggy's Father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nMr. Malcolm MacPherson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>The Quarantine at Alexander Abraham's</b><BR>\nNarrator / Peter MacPherson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMrs. Allan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMr. Allan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nAlexander Abraham Bennett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>\nDr. Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>Pa Sloane's Purchase</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nPa Sloane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\nMa Sloane / John Clarke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nA 10 year old boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a><br>\nRobert Lawson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9515">DomBombadil</a><br>\nJosiah Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nAuctioneer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>The Courting of Prissy Strong</b><BR>\nNarrator / Rosanna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nThomas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9515">DomBombadil</a><br>\nStephen Clarke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nPrissy Strong: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nEmmeline Strong: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nAnne Shirley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nMr. Leonard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>The Miracle at Carmody</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9573">bean420</a><br>\nSalome Marsh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nJudith Marsh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLionel Hezekiah Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nDr. Blair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br>\nSam Lawson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\n\n<BR><b>The End of a Quarrel</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nNancy Rogerson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nLouisa Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nPeter Wright: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4738">Leonard Wilson</a><br>\n<br><br>\n<b>Audio edited by</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\n<b>Proof Listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-avonlea-dramatic-reading-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
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simonin a br minister s wife a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br mary moore a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br old lady lloyd a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br crooked jack spencer a href https librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br mattie spencer a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br egg pedlar a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br sylvia gray a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br janet moore a href https librivox org reader 6000 missrose a br minister a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann spiegel a br mrs spencer a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br station master a href https librivox org reader 9515 dombombadil a br andrew cameron a href https librivox org reader 8532 norman elfer a br br b little joscelyn b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br mrs william morrison a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br aunty nan a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br jordan sloane a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br billy morrison a href https librivox org reader 9572 ryan cooley a br maid a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br joscelyn burnett a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br b the winning lucinda b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br mrs george penhallow a href https librivox org reader 9595 bc48 a br romney penhallow a href https librivox org reader 8532 norman elfer a br mrs frederick penhallow a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lucinda penhallow a href https librivox org reader 9443 betsy cooley a br carey penhallow a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br mrs nathaniel penhallow a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br br b old man shaw s girl b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4738 leonard wilson a br old man shaw 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Rubaiyat Miscellany |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
The translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam by Edward Fitzgerald has remained the most celebrated rendering in English of the Persian poet's work. While several other scholars produced their own translations of the Rubaiyat, yet others contented themselves by just paraphrasing the work of Fitzgerald. This recording features three reworkings of previously published translations. Arthur Guiterman and Ruel William Whitney based their renderings on the Fifth Edition of Fitzgerald's translation and Richard Le Gallienne, a distinguished poet in his own right, compiled his version from a variety of sources, in particular the prose translation by Justin Huntly McCarthy. The edition of the Le Galliene version used in this recording is a special selection made for an American friend by the poet from his larger collection of 261 quatrains, which has previously been recorded for Librivox. (Summary by Algy Pug)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-rubaiyat-miscellany-by-omar-khayyam/ |
translation rubaiyat omar khayyam edward fitzgerald remained celebrated rendering english persian poet s work several scholars produced translations rubaiyat yet others contented paraphrasing work fitzgerald recording features three reworkings previously published translations arthur guiterman ruel william whitney based renderings fifth edition fitzgerald s translation richard le gallienne distinguished poet right compiled version variety sources particular prose translation justin huntly mccarthy edition le galliene version used recording special selection made american friend poet larger collection 261 quatrains previously recorded librivox summary algy pug p |
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8417 |
Amelia (Vol. 2) |
Henry Fielding |
Romance |
The second volume of Amelia. - Summary by Libby Gohn </p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/amelia-vol-2-by-henry-fielding/ |
second volume amelia summary libby gohn p |
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7802 |
8418 |
Statesman |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Statesman (Ancient Greek: Πολιτικός) discusses God's role in maintaining the universe and describes the statesman as a good shepherd who promotes intermarriage between the orderly and courageous. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/statesman-by-plato/ |
statesman ancient greek πολιτικός discusses god s role maintaining universe describes statesman good shepherd promotes intermarriage orderly courageous summary geoffrey edwards p |
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8419 |
Works Of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 4 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Essays & Short Works |
Col. Robert G. Ingersoll, one of the greatest orators of the mid-19th century, was a highly sought after lecturer/toastmaster who sold out every hall he engaged throughout America. He was an ardent abolitionist, agnostic, humanist, humanitarian, supporter of the arts, and woman's rights, and member of the Unitarian Church, who railed against the absurdities of the Bible and cruelties of Christianity, praised technology, inventors, authors and great statemen for their contributions to the uplift of mankind. Mark Twain, a contemporary of Ingersoll, reported that no one could stir up a crowd like Ingersoll, and that by the end of the Colonel's toast at General Grant's Victory Banquet after the Civil War, everyone was standing on chairs and tables stomping, cheering, crying and madly waving their napkins. ( Summary by Michele Fry)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-4-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col robert g ingersoll one greatest orators mid 19th century highly sought lecturer toastmaster sold every hall engaged throughout america ardent abolitionist agnostic humanist humanitarian supporter arts woman s rights member unitarian church railed absurdities bible cruelties christianity praised technology inventors authors great statemen contributions uplift mankind mark twain contemporary ingersoll reported one could stir crowd like ingersoll end colonel s toast general grant s victory banquet civil war everyone standing chairs tables stomping cheering crying madly waving napkins summary michele fry p |
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8420 |
Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (Version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Nicholas Nickleby was Dickens's third novel following on from Pickwick Papers and Oliver twist. It has a cast of wonderful characters that include Wackford Squeers, the reprehensible and villainous headmaster whose reign of terror at his school in Yorkshire resulted in the abuse and deaths of many of his unwanted and orphaned children, Mr Vincent Crummles and his hilariously inept touring company, the munificent Cheeryble brothers, Ralph Nickleby, Nicholas's uncle, a mean spirited man who is driven by avarice and irrational hatred of his nephew, Smike a boy brutalised by Squeers and his family leaving him mentally and physically handicapped and Mrs Nickleby, Nicholas’s mother, who is pretentiously genteel and somewhat garrulous. <br><br>There are many more finely drawn characters who combine to make this not only a comic masterpiece of the period but more than one love story threads its way through the dialogue. Probably what we would call today a ‘Romacom’ and as such Nicholas Nickleby never ceases to delight. (Summary by Peter Keeble) </p> |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-nicholas-nickleby-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
nicholas nickleby dickens s third novel following pickwick papers oliver twist cast wonderful characters include wackford squeers reprehensible villainous headmaster whose reign terror school yorkshire resulted abuse deaths many unwanted orphaned children mr vincent crummles hilariously inept touring company munificent cheeryble brothers ralph nickleby nicholas s uncle mean spirited man driven avarice irrational hatred nephew smike boy brutalised squeers family leaving mentally physically handicapped mrs nickleby nicholas s mother pretentiously genteel somewhat garrulous br br there many finely drawn characters combine make comic masterpiece period one love story threads way dialogue probably would call today romacom nicholas nickleby never ceases delight summary peter keeble p |
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8421 |
Noble Woman The Life-Story of Edith Cavell |
Ernest Protheroe |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
<p>Edith L. Cavell (1865–1915) was a British nurse who attended to soldiers of both sides during World War I, and helped some 200 Allied soldiers escape from German-occupied Belgium, for which she was arrested, court-martialed, found guilty of treason and sentenced to death. Attempts to mount an appeal failed, and she was summarily executed within hours of the sentence by a German firing squad. Publication of the news prompted spontaneous grief and worldwide condemnation. Many memorials were created around the world, including a statue adjacent to Trafalgar Square in London. --Adapted from Wikipedia\n<br><br>\nNOTE: After recording Chapter 7, the reader became aware that the subject's family pronounced the surname as it rhymes with "gravel", and he therefore pronounces it CAvel in subsequent chapters.\n<br><br>\nThe first edition of this book was published in 1916. The final portion of Chapter 15 is from a later edition. ( Wikipedia page on Edith Cavell) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-noble-woman-the-life-story-of-edith-cavell-by-ernest-protheroe/ |
p edith l cavell 1865 1915 british nurse attended soldiers sides world war i helped 200 allied soldiers escape german occupied belgium arrested court martialed found guilty treason sentenced death attempts mount appeal failed summarily executed within hours sentence german firing squad publication news prompted spontaneous grief worldwide condemnation many memorials created around world including statue adjacent trafalgar square london adapted wikipedia br br note recording chapter 7 reader became aware subject s family pronounced surname rhymes gravel therefore pronounces cavel subsequent chapters br br first edition book published 1916 final portion chapter 15 later edition wikipedia page edith cavell p |
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9241 |
Short Poetry Collection 137 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 26 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-137-by-various/ |
collection 26 poems read librivox volunteers october 2014 p |
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8620 |
9242 |
Farewell -- But Whenever -- |
Thomas Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you seven readings of Farewell! – But Whenever – by Thomas Moore. This is the fortnightly poetry project for October 12, 2014.</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/farewell-but-whenever-by-thomas-moore/ |
librivox volunteers bring seven readings farewell whenever thomas moore fortnightly poetry project october 12 2014 p |
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8422 |
Boys' Life of Abraham Lincoln |
Helen Nicolay |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Boys’ Life of Abraham Lincoln is a biography with many anecdotes that takes one deeper into the thoughts, personality, and beliefs of the man that was Lincoln. While the title indicates the book is about Lincoln’s life as a boy, the book is a full, if somewhat shortened biography. It is very well written and was a joy to record. One might ask, "Who was Helen Nicolay?" Her father, John George Nicolay, was Abraham Lincoln's private secretary and doubtless much of the material comes from his complete biography of Abraham Lincoln. ( Summary by Tom Weiss) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-boys-life-of-abraham-lincoln-by-helen-nicolay/ |
boys life abraham lincoln biography many anecdotes takes one deeper thoughts personality beliefs man lincoln title indicates book lincoln s life boy book full somewhat shortened biography well written joy record one might ask who helen nicolay father john george nicolay abraham lincoln s private secretary doubtless much material comes complete biography abraham lincoln summary tom weiss p |
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8423 |
Eyebright |
Susan Coolidge |
Family |
"Imagination is like a sail, as Mr. Joyce had said that evening; but sails are good and useful things sometimes, and carry their owners over deep waters and dark waves, which else might dampen, and drench, and drown." Twelve year old Isabella Bright is endowed with just such an imagination and spends her time amusing herself and her friends with stories. Will her imagination be called upon to help her navigate tempestuous seas? - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/eyebright-by-susan-coolidge/ |
imagination like sail mr joyce said evening sails good useful things sometimes carry owners deep waters dark waves else might dampen drench drown twelve year old isabella bright endowed imagination spends time amusing friends stories imagination called upon help navigate tempestuous seas summary lynne thompson p |
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8424 |
Lady Windermere's Fan (Version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Plays, Satire |
Lady Windermere's Fan, A Play About a Good Woman is a four-act comedy by Oscar Wilde, first produced 22 February 1892 at the St James's Theatre in London. The play was first published in 1893. Like many of Wilde's comedies, it bitingly satirizes the morals of Victorian society, particularly marriage.</p>\nThe story concerns Lady Windermere, who discovers that her husband may be having an affair with another woman. She confronts her husband but he instead invites the other woman, Mrs Erlynne, to his wife's birthday ball. Angered by her husband's unfaithfulness, Lady Windermere leaves her husband for another lover. Or does she? Is it really possible to trust delicious gossip? Are all men really bad? These and many other questions are raised and if not answered, then held up for public scrutiny in this biting satire of morals and proper behavior. The best known line of the play sums up the central theme:</p>\nWe are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.\n—Lord Darlington (from Wikipedia and the reader)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lady-windermeres-fan-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
lady windermere s fan play good woman four act comedy oscar wilde first produced 22 february 1892 st james s theatre london play first published 1893 like many wilde s comedies bitingly satirizes morals victorian society particularly marriage p story concerns lady windermere discovers husband may affair another woman confronts husband instead invites woman mrs erlynne wife s birthday ball angered husband s unfaithfulness lady windermere leaves husband another lover she really possible trust delicious gossip men really bad many questions raised answered held public scrutiny biting satire morals proper behavior best known line play sums central theme p gutter us looking stars lord darlington from wikipedia reader p |
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8425 |
Collection Of Stories, Reviews And Essays |
Willa Sibert Cather |
*Non-fiction, Single Author Collections |
Stories and essays by Willa Cather - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-collection-of-stories-reviews-and-essays-by-willa-sibert-cather/ |
stories essays willa cather summary david wales p |
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8426 |
Unwise Child |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
When a super-robot named Snookums discovers how to build his own superbombs, it becomes obvious that Earth is by no means the safest place for him to be. And so Dr. Fitzhugh, his designer, and Leda Crannon, a child psychologist acting as Snookums’ nursemaid, agree to set up Operation Brainchild, a plan to transport the robot to a far distant planet. But the space ship becomes the scene of some frightening events--the medical officer is murdered, and Snookums appears to be the culprit… - Summary by Mark Nelson<p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/unwise-child-by-randall-garrett/ |
super robot named snookums discovers build superbombs becomes obvious earth means safest place be dr fitzhugh designer leda crannon child psychologist acting snookums nursemaid agree set operation brainchild plan transport robot far distant planet space ship becomes scene frightening events the medical officer murdered snookums appears culprit summary mark nelson p |
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8427 |
Young Folks' Bible |
Josephine Pollard |
Religion |
The Sweet Stories of God's Word in the Language of Childhood.<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-bible-by-josephine-pollard/ |
sweet stories god s word language childhood p |
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7812 |
8428 |
Odysseus |
Karl Friedrich Becker |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Odysseus, König von Ithaka, ist sicher einer der bekanntesten Helden der griechischen Mythologie. Nach der Eroberung Trojas begibt er sich mit seinen Gefährten auf die Heimreise über das Meer. Die Reise entwickelt sich jedoch zu einer zehn Jahre dauernden Irrfahrt, auf der er zahlreiche Abenteuer erlebt, die er nur dank seines außergewöhnlichen Verstandes und seiner listigen Ideen überlebt. Dennoch kann er es nicht verhindern, dass er alle seine Gefährten verliert und schließlich allein nach Hause zurückkehrt. Dort allerdings haben während seiner langen Abwesenheit etliche Freier seiner Frau Penelope den Hof gemacht und wollen ihm seine Ansprüche streitig machen, so dass er einen letzten Kampf zu bestehen hat.\nDer für dieses Hörbuch verwendete Text ist Karl Friedrich Beckers dreibändigem Werk "Erzählungen aus der Alten Welt für die Jugend" entnommen; es ist keine Übersetzung des Epos von Homer, sondern so gestaltet, dass ein Lehrer seinen Schülern von den Irrfahrten und Abenteuern des Odysseus erzählt. Dabei ist es eine schöne sprachliche Leistung: leicht verständlich und gleichzeitig dem klassischen Stoff absolut angemessen.<br />(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) <p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/odysseus-by-karl-friedrich-becker/ |
odysseus könig von ithaka ist sicher einer der bekanntesten helden der griechischen mythologie nach der eroberung trojas begibt er sich mit seinen gefährten auf die heimreise über das meer die reise entwickelt sich jedoch zu einer zehn jahre dauernden irrfahrt auf der er zahlreiche abenteuer erlebt die er nur dank seines außergewöhnlichen verstandes und seiner listigen ideen überlebt dennoch kann er es nicht verhindern dass er alle seine gefährten verliert und schließlich allein nach hause zurückkehrt dort allerdings haben während seiner langen abwesenheit etliche freier seiner frau penelope den hof gemacht und wollen ihm seine ansprüche streitig machen dass er einen letzten kampf zu bestehen hat der für dieses hörbuch verwendete text ist karl friedrich beckers dreibändigem werk erzählungen aus der alten welt für die jugend entnommen es ist keine übersetzung des epos von homer sondern gestaltet dass ein lehrer seinen schülern von den irrfahrten und abenteuern des odysseus erzählt dabei ist es eine schöne sprachliche leistung leicht verständlich und gleichzeitig dem klassischen stoff absolut angemessen br zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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7962 |
8580 |
Scrawl |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best selling author, born in the town of Greenfield, Indiana. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, the majority are in dialect. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-scrawl-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author born town greenfield indiana lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored majority dialect summary wikipedia p |
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7813 |
8429 |
Pony Rider Boys in Alaska |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Action & Adventure |
Yee-haw!! The Pony Riders Boys are on the move again! In their last adventure, they are on their way with Professor Zepplin to Alaska. On the "Corsair", they see gold miners on their way to seek their fortune, so the Pony Rider Boys decide to join in the hunt for the yellow metal. But, as always, trouble is not far behind the Pony Rider Boys! (Ann Boulais )<br><br>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-louisiana-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Louisiana</a><br/> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-alaska-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony riders boys move again last adventure way professor zepplin alaska corsair see gold miners way seek fortune pony rider boys decide join hunt yellow metal but always trouble far behind pony rider boys ann boulais br br previous book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in louisiana by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys louisiana a br |
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7814 |
8430 |
Bible (KJV) NT 27: Revelation (Version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles |
The Book of Revelation, often known simply as Revelation or the Apocalypse, is the final book of the New Testament and occupies a central place in Christian eschatology. Written in Koine Greek, its title is derived from the first word of the text, apokalypsis, meaning "unveiling" or "revelation." The author of the work identifies himself in the text as "John" and says that he was on Patmos, an island in the Aegean, when he was instructed by a heavenly figure to write down the contents of a vision. This John is traditionally supposed to be John the Apostle, although some historical-critical scholarship reject this view. Recent scholarship has suggested other possibilities including a putative figure given the name John of Patmos. Most modern scholars believe it was written around AD 95, with some believing it dates from around AD 70.\nThe book spans three literary genres: epistolary, apocalyptic, and prophetic. It begins with an epistolary address to the reader followed by an apocalyptic description of a complex series of events derived from prophetic visions which the author has seen. These include the appearance of a number of figures and images which have become important in Christian eschatology, such as the Whore of Babylon and the Beast, and culminate in the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. The obscure and extravagant imagery has led to a wide variety of interpretations: historicist interpretations see in Revelation a broad view of history; preterist interpretations treat Revelation as mostly referring to the events of the apostolic era (1st century), or—at the latest—the fall of the Roman Empire; futurists believe that Revelation describes future events; and idealist or symbolic interpretations consider that Revelation does not refer to actual people or events, but is an allegory of the spiritual path and the ongoing struggle between good and evil.\nThe Book of Revelation is the only apocalyptic document in the New Testament canon, although there are short apocalyptic passages in various places in the Gospels and the Epistles. (summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjvnt-27-revelation-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
book revelation often known simply revelation apocalypse final book new testament occupies central place christian eschatology written koine greek title derived first word text apokalypsis meaning unveiling revelation author work identifies text john says patmos island aegean instructed heavenly figure write contents vision john traditionally supposed john apostle although historical critical scholarship reject view recent scholarship suggested possibilities including putative figure given name john patmos modern scholars believe written around ad 95 believing dates around ad 70 book spans three literary genres epistolary apocalyptic prophetic begins epistolary address reader followed apocalyptic description complex series events derived prophetic visions author seen include appearance number figures images become important christian eschatology whore babylon beast culminate second coming jesus christ obscure extravagant imagery led wide variety interpretations historicist interpretations see revelation broad view history preterist interpretations treat revelation mostly referring events apostolic era 1st century or at latest the fall roman empire futurists believe revelation describes future events idealist symbolic interpretations consider revelation refer actual people events allegory spiritual path ongoing struggle good evil book revelation apocalyptic document new testament canon although short apocalyptic passages various places gospels epistles summary wikipedia p |
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7815 |
8431 |
Train of Life |
Edmund Gosse |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you nine readings of The Train of Life by Edmund Gosse. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 28th, 2014.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-train-of-life-by-edmund-gosse/ |
librivox volunteers bring nine readings train life edmund gosse weekly poetry project week september 28th 2014 p |
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7816 |
8432 |
Ralph the Heir |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
As usual, Trollope creates a nice variety of characters of different English classes, sentiments and positions. The primary themes are the inheritance of property, extravagance or reason in the spending of assets, the mating of young people, and the electoral practices of the time. The election chapters are based on Trollope's own experiences when he ran for Parliament.<br><br>There are, of course, many subplots which allow Trollope to express, through dialog, his opinions about greed, snobbery, work ethics and dandyism. Trollope probably regretted the duplicative naming of his characters after a while; we have two Gregory Newtons, uncle (and present Squire of Newton) and one of his nephews. Then there are several Ralphs: the (deceased) father, Ralph his son (the heir), and Ralph (not the heir) the son of the uncle Gregory! As they appear, Trollope has to interject "not the heir", or "the other Ralph". Ralph the heir is an extravagant, easy living young man who has spent himself into debt, and is faced with having to either sell his right to the family property, or marrying a wealthy tradesman's (a breeches maker cutely named Mr. Neefit) daughter. <br><br>Four young women are major characters, and these are sought by the two Ralphs, young Gregory, and a bootmaker, Ontario Moggs (don't you love the names?). These include the fairly sedate daughters of the family lawyer, a ravishing West Indian beauty come to live with them, and the tradesman's daughter. There are the classic novel "misunderstandings" from errors in communication; while the reader knows the real circumstances, the characters can't resolve issues apparently standing in the way of love or friendship. This is one of the few novels in which the reader can applaud such a misunderstanding, keeping the undeserving heir from unmerited success in his wooing. ( Arnold Banner) <p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/ralph-the-heir-by-anthony-trollope/ |
usual trollope creates nice variety characters different english classes sentiments positions primary themes inheritance property extravagance reason spending assets mating young people electoral practices time election chapters based trollope s experiences ran parliament br br there are course many subplots allow trollope express dialog opinions greed snobbery work ethics dandyism trollope probably regretted duplicative naming characters while two gregory newtons uncle and present squire newton one nephews several ralphs deceased father ralph son the heir ralph not heir son uncle gregory appear trollope interject not heir the ralph ralph heir extravagant easy living young man spent debt faced either sell right family property marrying wealthy tradesman s a breeches maker cutely named mr neefit daughter br br four young women major characters sought two ralphs young gregory bootmaker ontario moggs don t love names include fairly sedate daughters family lawyer ravishing west indian beauty come live them tradesman s daughter classic novel misunderstandings errors communication reader knows real circumstances characters can t resolve issues apparently standing way love friendship one novels reader applaud misunderstanding keeping undeserving heir unmerited success wooing arnold banner p |
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8433 |
Vagabonding Down The Andes |
Harry A. Franck |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
Sometime in the latter half of 1911, Harry A. Franck jumped out of a box-car and crossed the Rio Grande, from Laredo. Thus began a journey, often afoot, that Harry estimated would take him 8 months. It ended up occupying four years of his life. The first leg of his Latin American epic is recorded in "Tramping Through Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras; Being the Random Notes of an Incurable Vagabond" (The Century Company, 1916). He then headed south to the Canal Zone, Teddy Roosevelt's grand experiment in socialism, and applied within the Zone police force for a position as a census taker (chronicled in "Zone Policeman 88; A Close Range Study of the Panama Canal and Its Workers", The Century Company, April 1913). Since he was one of the few Americans who actually spoke Spanish, and a bevy of other languages, he was hired immediately. By June, 1912, he'd bankrolled enough money to see him through the opening phase of the work I'll be reading for you, "Vagabonding Down the Andes; Being the Narrative of a Journey, Chiefly Afoot, From Panama to Buenos Aires" (The Century Company, 1917). Leaving the Zone in June of 1912, with "objections to his reemployment", he caught a steamer and entered the South American continent at Cartagena, Colombia. Approximate 30 months later, having walked most of the length of the Inca highway, he staggered from a trek that took him over mountains and through raw jungle onto a ferry, and thence sailed into Buenos Aires, regarded as one of the most glamorous and expensive cities on earth at the time. This leg of the four volume epic (which later concludes with "Working North from Patagonia; Being the Narrative of a Journey, Earned on the Way, Through Southern and Eastern South America, The Century Company, 1921) was the longest one, and in many respects, "Vagabonding Down the Andes" was also the most detailed. As you can see, the works were not published in chronological order. Why? I don't know, other than the last volume, which was delayed by Harry's enlistment and serving in WWI.\n\nHarry is an opinionated iconoclast with a strong American value system based upon self-reliance. He's both college-educated and what I suppose can best be called "street smart", though most of his trip took him through places where "street" was little more than an abstract concept. Before his South American journey, he'd already worked his way around the world, and had written a book about it ("A Vagabond Journey Around the World", The Century Company, 1910). Some people are going to get their Politically Correct dander up if they listen. Well, fast traveler, keep in mind that Harry was a man of his times, and thus he sees the world, as we are all people of our times, and thus we see and experience the world. Harry did his vagabonding with a pistol as his constant companion, and lived amongst the poorest classes of people. He drank water collected in the ruts of wagon wheels. Not knowing where his next meal was coming from was the norm, as opposed to the exception. In terms of travel writing he makes Paul Theroux look like an armchair dilettante. Take him as he is, and I think you'll soon become enmeshed in this extraordinary saga.\n\nWritten by Elliott Swanson, reader. |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/vagabonding-down-the-andes-by-harry-a-franck/ |
sometime latter half 1911 harry a franck jumped box car crossed rio grande laredo thus began journey often afoot harry estimated would take 8 months ended occupying four years life first leg latin american epic recorded tramping mexico guatemala honduras random notes incurable vagabond the century company 1916 headed south canal zone teddy roosevelt s grand experiment socialism applied within zone police force position census taker chronicled zone policeman 88 close range study panama canal workers century company april 1913 since one americans actually spoke spanish bevy languages hired immediately june 1912 he d bankrolled enough money see opening phase work i ll reading you vagabonding andes narrative journey chiefly afoot panama buenos aires the century company 1917 leaving zone june 1912 objections reemployment caught steamer entered south american continent cartagena colombia approximate 30 months later walked length inca highway staggered trek took mountains raw jungle onto ferry thence sailed buenos aires regarded one glamorous expensive cities earth time leg four volume epic which later concludes working north patagonia narrative journey earned way southern eastern south america century company 1921 longest one many respects vagabonding andes also detailed see works published chronological order why know last volume delayed harry s enlistment serving wwi harry opinionated iconoclast strong american value system based upon self reliance he s college educated suppose best called street smart though trip took places street little abstract concept south american journey he d already worked way around world written book a vagabond journey around world century company 1910 people going get politically correct dander listen well fast traveler keep mind harry man times thus sees world people times thus see experience world harry vagabonding pistol constant companion lived amongst poorest classes people drank water collected ruts wagon wheels knowing next meal coming norm opposed exception terms travel writing makes paul theroux look like armchair dilettante take is think soon become enmeshed extraordinary saga written elliott swanson reader |
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7818 |
8434 |
Life and Death of Harriett Frean |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
<p><br />Harriett Frean is a well-to-do, unmarried woman living a life of meaningless dependency, boredom, and unproductivity as she patiently cares for her aging parents, waiting for a man to marry. When her opportunity for Love finally comes, she is offered a moral dilemma: the man is engaged to her best friend. Should she sacrifice what, according to the priorities of the time, seems like her "one chance for happiness," or should she seize the moment? Can she make something meaningful of her life without significant others? May Sinclair, as always gently ironic in tone, succeeds in skewering the conventions of her society while laying bare the hopeless realities for so many women of the era who were given so few chances really to live. ( summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-death-of-harriett-frean-by-may-sinclair/ |
p br harriett frean well to do unmarried woman living life meaningless dependency boredom unproductivity patiently cares aging parents waiting man marry opportunity love finally comes offered moral dilemma man engaged best friend sacrifice what according priorities time seems like one chance happiness seize moment make something meaningful life without significant others may sinclair always gently ironic tone succeeds skewering conventions society laying bare hopeless realities many women era given chances really live summary expatriate p |
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7819 |
8435 |
Birth, Baptism, Temptation, and Early Ministry of Jesus Christ - Commentary on the Gospel of St Matthew |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Homilies 1 - 14 of Saint John Chrysostom's commentary on the Gospel according to Saint Matthew, which include the wonderous birth, baptism, temptation, and early ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. - Summary by The Reader</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-birth-baptism-temptation-and-early-ministry-of-jesus-christ-commentary-on-the-gospel-of-st-matthew-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
homilies 1 14 saint john chrysostom s commentary gospel according saint matthew include wonderous birth baptism temptation early ministry lord jesus christ summary reader p |
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7839 |
8455 |
Psyche |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Literary Fiction |
Psyche is een poëtische vertelling, symboliseerend een opvatting van Mensch en Wereld. Drie factoren beheerschen het menschenbestaan, drie de wereldhistorie. Men kan ze noemen Stof, Geest en Ziel. Men kan ze noemen Empirie, Philosophie en Poëzie. Men kan ze noemen Waan, Critiek en Geloof. Men kan ze noemen Lijf, Hoofd en Hart. Men kan ze noemen Zinnen, Gedachte en Droom. Men kan ze noemen Bezitten, Werken en Hopen. Couperus noemt ze Emeralda, Astra en Psyche. (Uit: Hollandsche Belletrie van den Dag 1901, p.43-51.)</p> |
Dutch |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/psyche-by-louis-couperus/ |
psyche een poëtische vertelling symboliseerend een opvatting van mensch en wereld drie factoren beheerschen het menschenbestaan drie de wereldhistorie men kan ze noemen stof geest en ziel men kan ze noemen empirie philosophie en poëzie men kan ze noemen waan critiek en geloof men kan ze noemen lijf hoofd en hart men kan ze noemen zinnen gedachte en droom men kan ze noemen bezitten werken en hopen couperus noemt ze emeralda astra en psyche uit hollandsche belletrie van den dag 1901 p 43 51 p |
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7820 |
8436 |
Return of Sherlock Holmes (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Dramatic Readings, Detective Fiction |
The Return of Sherlock Holmes is set three years after the detective fell to his death in the Reichenbach Falls in his final struggle with Moriarty. Or did he? In the first story of the series Holmes explains to Watson what really happened that day, followed by twelve more adventures of the dynamic duo including two of Doyle's own favourite stories: The Dancing Men and The Second Stain. Other notable characters in this book include Black Peter and Charles Augustus Milverton. - Summary by Beth Thomas<br><br>\n\nWatson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br>Holmes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Lestrade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7708">Savannah</a><br>Lestrade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9196">Alex Bogues</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2990">Tom Crawford</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberley Krause</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7371">MarcyT</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8843">phillberty</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>Various: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br><br>Edited by Kimberly Krause<br><br> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-sherlock-holmes-dramatic-reading-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
return sherlock holmes set three years detective fell death reichenbach falls final struggle moriarty he first story series holmes explains watson really happened day followed twelve adventures dynamic duo including two doyle s favourite stories dancing men second stain notable characters book include black peter charles augustus milverton summary beth thomas br br watson a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a br holmes a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br various a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br lestrade a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br lestrade a href https librivox org reader 9196 alex bogues a br various a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br various a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br various a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br various a href https librivox org reader 2990 tom crawford a br various a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberley krause a br various a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br various a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br various a href https librivox org reader 7371 marcyt a br various a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br various a href https librivox org reader 8843 phillberty a br various a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br various a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br br edited kimberly krause br br |
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7821 |
8437 |
Ward No. 6 |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction, Satire |
The line between sanity and insanity is blurred in this classic novella by Anton Chekhov. The disillusioned idealist Dr. Rabin is in charge of a provincial lunatic asylum, overseeing with weary, dubious policies a motley group of patients, a group that mirrors in microcosm all of human and especially Russian society. Seeking answers to profound questions, Dr. Rabin enters into dialogues with both staff members and patients, trying to make sense out of what has become of his life, until it becomes less and less clear who is the doctor and who is the patient. Written with obvious reformist concerns about the dehumanization of "lunatics," the story is also a harrowing parable about the meaning of human existence. Summary by Expatriate.<br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/ward-no-6-by-anton-chekhov/ |
line sanity insanity blurred classic novella anton chekhov disillusioned idealist dr rabin charge provincial lunatic asylum overseeing weary dubious policies motley group patients group mirrors microcosm human especially russian society seeking answers profound questions dr rabin enters dialogues staff members patients trying make sense become life becomes less less clear doctor patient written obvious reformist concerns dehumanization lunatics story also harrowing parable meaning human existence summary expatriate br br |
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7822 |
8438 |
Old Santeclaus |
Clement Clarke Moore |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, Poetry |
Clement Clarke Moore (July 15, 1779 – July 10, 1863) was an American Professor of Oriental and Greek Literature, as well as Divinity and Biblical Learning, at the General Theological Seminary of the Protestant Episcopal Church. He is the author of the yuletide poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas", which later became famous as "'Twas the Night Before Christmas". \nThis poem seems to be a 'moral' version of "The NIght Before Christmas".<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/old-santeclaus-by-clement-clarke-moore/ |
clement clarke moore july 15 1779 july 10 1863 american professor oriental greek literature well divinity biblical learning general theological seminary protestant episcopal church author yuletide poem a visit st nicholas later became famous twas night christmas poem seems moral version the night christmas p |
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7823 |
8439 |
Now It Can Be Told |
Philip Gibbs |
War & Military |
In this book I have written about some aspects of the war which, I\nbelieve, the world must know and remember, not only as a memorial of\nmen's courage in tragic years, but as a warning of what will happen\nagain--surely--if a heritage of evil and of folly is not cut out of the\nhearts of peoples. Here it is the reality of modern warfare not only as\nit appears to British soldiers, of whom I can tell, but to soldiers on\nall the fronts where conditions were the same...<br />\n<br />\nThe purpose of this book is to get deeper into the truth of this war and\nof all war--not by a more detailed narrative of events, but rather as\nthe truth was revealed to the minds of men, in many aspects, out\nof their experience; and by a plain statement of realities, however\npainful, to add something to the world's knowledge out of which men of\ngood-will may try to shape some new system of relationship between one\npeople and another, some new code of international morality, preventing\nor at least postponing another massacre of youth like that five years'\nsacrifice of boys of which I was a witness.<br />\n - Summary by Philip Gibbs, from the Preface</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/now-it-can-be-told-by-philip-gibbs/ |
book written aspects war which believe world must know remember memorial men s courage tragic years warning happen again surely if heritage evil folly cut hearts peoples reality modern warfare appears british soldiers tell soldiers fronts conditions same br br purpose book get deeper truth war war not detailed narrative events rather truth revealed minds men many aspects experience plain statement realities however painful add something world s knowledge men good will may try shape new system relationship one people another new code international morality preventing least postponing another massacre youth like five years sacrifice boys witness br summary philip gibbs preface p |
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7824 |
8440 |
Relations of Saint Teresa of Avila |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Christianity - Other |
The Relations (in Spanish Relaciones) is an extention of St Teresa's Autobiography. In The Relations she tells of her inner and outer experiences in the form of letters. - Summary by Ann Boulais<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-relations-of-saint-teresa-of-avila-by-st-teresa-of-avila/ |
relations in spanish relaciones extention st teresa s autobiography relations tells inner outer experiences form letters summary ann boulais p |
| 7890 |
7825 |
8441 |
Poet Who Sleeps |
Walter Savage Landor |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 13 versions of The Poet Who Sleeps by Walter Savage Landor. This was the weekly poetry project for December 1, 2013.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-poet-who-sleeps-by-walter-savage-landor/ |
librivox readers bring 13 versions poet sleeps walter savage landor weekly poetry project december 1 2013 p |
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7963 |
8581 |
Submarine Boys on Duty |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
Jack Benson and Hal Hastings arrive in Dunhaven, looking for adventure. But in a sleepy, little town, they might not find much. When they find out that there is a submarine in the shipyard, they decide that this is what they have been looking for. - Summary by Ann Boulais<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-on-duty-by-victor-g-durham/ |
jack benson hal hastings arrive dunhaven looking adventure sleepy little town might find much find submarine shipyard decide looking for summary ann boulais p |
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7826 |
8442 |
Love Among the Artists |
George Bernard Shaw |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Love Among the Artists was published in the United States in 1900 and in England in 1914, but it was written in 1881. In the ambience of chit-chat and frivolity among members of Victorian polite society a youthful Shaw describes his views on the arts, romantic love and the practicalities of matrimony. Dilettantes, he thinks, can love and settle down to marriage, but artists with real genius are too consumed by their work to fit that pattern. The dominant figure in the novel is Owen Jack, a musical genius, somewhat mad and quite bereft of social graces. From an abysmal beginning he rises to great fame and is lionized by socialites despite his unremitting crudity. As a study of Bohemia and its clash with conventional society, the novel is revealing of Shaw's belief that the true Artist has wholly different criteria than the ordinary person for the living of Life. Written as "a novel with a purpose," according to its author's preface, Love Among the Artists is an ironic novel with a serious intent. - Summary by Wikipedia, supplemented by Expatriate.<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/love-among-the-artists-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
love among artists published united states 1900 england 1914 written 1881 ambience chit chat frivolity among members victorian polite society youthful shaw describes views arts romantic love practicalities matrimony dilettantes thinks love settle marriage artists real genius consumed work fit pattern dominant figure novel owen jack musical genius somewhat mad quite bereft social graces abysmal beginning rises great fame lionized socialites despite unremitting crudity study bohemia clash conventional society novel revealing shaw s belief true artist wholly different criteria ordinary person living life written a novel purpose according author s preface love among artists ironic novel serious intent summary wikipedia supplemented expatriate p |
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7827 |
8443 |
Story of Rolf and the Viking's Bow |
Allen French |
Historical Fiction, Sagas, Historical |
<br>Rolf, a youth in early Christian Iceland, loses first his father, then his property, and finally his freedom to the schemes of a greedy neighbor. Outlawed from Iceland, Rolf travels abroad, meeting with shipwreck, enslavement, Viking berserkers, and many other dangers and adventures. All the while, Rolf searches for a way to prove his father was killed unjustly and win back his own property and freedom. Even more difficult, Rolf must end the cycle of enmity, vengeance, and pride that hangs like a curse over his family. - Summary by Erin Schellhase<br><br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-rolf-and-the-vikings-bow-by-allen-french/ |
br rolf youth early christian iceland loses first father property finally freedom schemes greedy neighbor outlawed iceland rolf travels abroad meeting shipwreck enslavement viking berserkers many dangers adventures while rolf searches way prove father killed unjustly win back property freedom even difficult rolf must end cycle enmity vengeance pride hangs like curse family summary erin schellhase br br |
| 7894 |
7828 |
8444 |
House Behind the Cedars |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
In this, Chesnutt's first novel, he tells the tragic story of love set against a backdrop of racism, miscegenation and “passing” during the period spanning the antebellum and reconstruction eras in American history. And through his use of the vernacular prevalent in the South of that time, Chesnutt lent a compassionate voice to a group that America did not want to hear. More broadly, however, Chesnutt illustrated, in this character play, the vast and perhaps insurmountable debt this country continues to pay for the sins of slavery. (Summary by James K. White) <p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-behind-the-cedars-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
this chesnutt s first novel tells tragic story love set backdrop racism miscegenation passing period spanning antebellum reconstruction eras american history use vernacular prevalent south time chesnutt lent compassionate voice group america want hear broadly however chesnutt illustrated character play vast perhaps insurmountable debt country continues pay sins slavery summary james k white p |
| 7895 |
7829 |
8445 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 22 - Pioneers of the Pacific Coast: A Chronicle of Sea Rovers and Fur Hunters |
Agnes C. Laut |
Modern (19th C) |
This, volume 22 of the Chronicles of Canada series, describes the exploration of the Canadian Pacific coast, British Columbia, and Alaska. It includes accounts of Bering, Cook, Vancouver, Mackenzie, Fraser, and Thompson. - Summary by TriciaG<br/><br/> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-the-pacific-coast-by-agnes-c-laut/ |
this volume 22 chronicles canada series describes exploration canadian pacific coast british columbia alaska includes accounts bering cook vancouver mackenzie fraser thompson summary triciag br br |
| 7896 |
7830 |
8446 |
Commentary On The Book Of Genesis |
Matthew Henry |
Reference |
This is another commentary by Matthew Henry, well known for his commentaries on the Bible, this one is on Genesis, the first book of the Bible. - Summary by fiddlesticks |
English |
1706 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-book-of-genesis-by-matthew-henry/ |
another commentary matthew henry well known commentaries bible one genesis first book bible summary fiddlesticks |
| 7897 |
7831 |
8447 |
Phantastes: A Faerie Romance for Men and Women (version 2) |
George MacDonald |
Romance, Fantasy Fiction |
An author who means to end a story with some variation of “And they all lived happily ever after” had better deal before that point not just with evil, strife, and terror but also with loss, failure, sacrifice, and death—or the ending will not be credible. And since such negative experiences do not easily lead to happy endings, only the best story-tellers succeed. George MacDonald is one of these.<br></br>His protagonist, Anodos, discovers on the day he comes of age a path leading into an alternative reality, where a rite of passage awaits him: an entire lifetime in a land of marvels resembling childhood imaginings and medieval romances.<br></br>The forces motivating him during his adventure, aside from the curiosity that induces him to enter Fairy Land in the first place, are a yearning after the feminine ideal and a desire to accomplish something worthwhile. Other people’s kindness, love, wisdom, and high expectations support him, while malice, selfish exploitation, and tyranny challenge him. Nor are these hostile forces all purely external.<br></br>Rarely has an author explored so searchingly as MacDonald the soul of a faithful squire and a rejected lover—for this is what Anodos is, when all is said and done. None of the most famous beta males in literature—certainly not Vergil’s “faithful Achates,” not Cervantes’ unforgettable Sancho Panza, not even Homer’s Eumaios (“Oh! my swineherd!”)—is portrayed with the richness, depth, and multi-dimensionality of MacDonald’s visitor to Fairy Land. Just possibly Spenser’s Timias (Prince Arthur’s squire, whose tale is told in books 3 and 4 of The Faerie Queene) could be MacDonald’s model. Like Timias, Anodos accepts his supportive role with equanimity and even learns the value of unrequited love, and yet, also like Timias, he possesses courage, skill, and resolve. He also combats dark forces within himself, an effort that ultimately endows him with insight, surpassing his master’s, into the darkness that masks as holiness—to oppose which he gladly sacrifices his life. Before that moment he has learned the bittersweet joy of sacrifice when his heart's desire, whom his longing and effort have freed from durance vile, prefers the love of a greater man, but it is only death that can teach him the joy and the power of loving without need, of giving without thought of reciprocation.<br></br>And only that death which is self-abnegation can carry him across the threshold into manhood, which the future’s inevitable adversity and defeats can never tarnish. (Summary by Thomas A. Copeland)<p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/phantastes-a-faerie-romance-for-men-and-women-by-george-macdonald/ |
author means end story variation and lived happily ever after better deal point evil strife terror also loss failure sacrifice death or ending credible since negative experiences easily lead happy endings best story tellers succeed george macdonald one these br br his protagonist anodos discovers day comes age path leading alternative reality rite passage awaits him entire lifetime land marvels resembling childhood imaginings medieval romances br br the forces motivating adventure aside curiosity induces enter fairy land first place yearning feminine ideal desire accomplish something worthwhile people s kindness love wisdom high expectations support him malice selfish exploitation tyranny challenge him hostile forces purely external br br rarely author explored searchingly macdonald soul faithful squire rejected lover for anodos is said done none famous beta males literature certainly vergil s faithful achates cervantes unforgettable sancho panza even homer s eumaios oh swineherd is portrayed richness depth multi dimensionality macdonald s visitor fairy land possibly spenser s timias prince arthur s squire whose tale told books 3 4 faerie queene could macdonald s model like timias anodos accepts supportive role equanimity even learns value unrequited love yet also like timias possesses courage skill resolve also combats dark forces within himself effort ultimately endows insight surpassing master s darkness masks holiness to oppose gladly sacrifices life moment learned bittersweet joy sacrifice heart s desire longing effort freed durance vile prefers love greater man death teach joy power loving without need giving without thought reciprocation br br and death self abnegation carry across threshold manhood future s inevitable adversity defeats never tarnish summary thomas a copeland p |
| 7898 |
7832 |
8448 |
Household Puzzles |
Pansy |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
<i>Household Puzzles</i> peeks into the life of the Randolph family, four daughters and one son. They are financially strapped but must follow societal expectations . . . and the expectations of Helen, the eldest daughter, who is a slave to the whims of society. Half the family are professing Christians, but only the father really lives it out. Helen's marriage, Tom's job in a saloon, their cousin's visit, and other events all have an impact that reverberate through the family. (Intro by TriciaG)<p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/household-puzzles-by-pansy/ |
i household puzzles i peeks life randolph family four daughters one son financially strapped must follow societal expectations expectations helen eldest daughter slave whims society half family professing christians father really lives out helen s marriage tom s job saloon cousin s visit events impact reverberate family intro triciag p |
| 7899 |
7864 |
8480 |
Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Volume 2 |
Jefferson Davis |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
<i>The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government</i> (1881) is written by Jefferson Davis, former President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. Davis wrote the book as a straightforward history of the Confederate States of America and as an apologia for the causes that he believed led to and justified the American Civil War. (Intro modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/>\n\n"The most painful pages of this work are those which . . . present the subjugation of the State governments by the Government of the United States. The patriot, the lover of his country and of the liberties of mankind, can not contemplate these facts without a feeling of grief which will not be comforted. That the work of the fathers of the republic, that the most magnificent system of constitutional government which the wisdom of man has devised, should be turned from its object, changed from its order, rendered powerless to protect the unalienable rights and sovereignty of the people, and made the instrument by which to establish and maintain imperialism, is a revolution unlike any other that may be found in the history of mankind. The result established the truthfulness of the assertion . . . that the Northern people, by their unconstitutional warfare to gain the freedom of certain negro slaves, would lose their own liberties." (from chapter 42)<br/><br/>\n\nThis project contains Volume 2 (of 2).<br/><br/>\n\nProof-Listened by TriciaG & denisedee |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-confederate-government-volume-2-by-jefferson-davis/ |
i the rise fall confederate government i 1881 written jefferson davis former president confederate states america american civil war davis wrote book straightforward history confederate states america apologia causes believed led justified american civil war intro modified wikipedia br br the painful pages work present subjugation state governments government united states patriot lover country liberties mankind contemplate facts without feeling grief comforted work fathers republic magnificent system constitutional government wisdom man devised turned object changed order rendered powerless protect unalienable rights sovereignty people made instrument establish maintain imperialism revolution unlike may found history mankind result established truthfulness assertion northern people unconstitutional warfare gain freedom certain negro slaves would lose liberties from chapter 42 br br project contains volume 2 of 2 br br proof listened triciag denisedee |
| 7900 |
7833 |
8449 |
Libro III de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Las Historias de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–después del 430 a. C.) es una obra que tiene como objetivo narrar las Guerras Médicas. Se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra y está dividida en nueve libros, cada uno de ellos dedicado a una musa. El Libro III contine: Causas que indujeron a Cambises a atacar Egipto. Campaña militar. Detalles acerca del carácter soberbio e impío de Cambises. Muerte de Cambises y entronización de Darío I. Las Historias de Heródoto constituyen, dentro de la prosa griega, el mejor ejemplo de composición literaria abierta; es decir, no opera de modo rectilíneo, sino que intercala todo tipo de retardaciones y digresiones en el argumento central. Este rasgo lo comparte con la Ilíada. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
Spanish |
1700 |
https://librivox.org/libro-iii-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodoto/ |
las historias de heródoto de halicarnaso 484 después del 430 a c es una obra que tiene como objetivo narrar las guerras médicas se trata de la primera obra historiográfica griega que nos ha llegado íntegra está dividida en nueve libros cada uno de ellos dedicado una musa el libro iii contine causas que indujeron cambises atacar egipto campaña militar detalles acerca del carácter soberbio e impío de cambises muerte de cambises entronización de darío i las historias de heródoto constituyen dentro de la prosa griega el mejor ejemplo de composición literaria abierta es decir opera de modo rectilíneo sino que intercala todo tipo de retardaciones digresiones en el argumento central este rasgo lo comparte con la ilíada summary wikipedia p |
| 7901 |
7834 |
8450 |
Pan-American Poems: an anthology |
Various |
Anthologies |
In this anthology, Agnes Blake Poor introduces to the American public a collection of Latin American poets in translation. The poems are organized by country of origin, and present a variety of subjects and meters, aptly translated into English verse by Agnes Poor herself. - Summary by Leni<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/pan-american-poems-an-anthology-by-various/ |
anthology agnes blake poor introduces american public collection latin american poets translation poems organized country origin present variety subjects meters aptly translated english verse agnes poor herself summary leni p |
| 7902 |
7835 |
8451 |
Wiedergeburt des Melchior Dronte |
Paul Busson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
***WARNUNG: Dieses Buch ist für Hörer unter 16 Jahren nicht geeignet!***\n<br></br>\nMysterythriller über den jungen Grafen Melchior Dronte, der von dekadenten Adeligen und einem grausamen Vater umgeben aufwächst, in seinem wilden Studentenleben auf die schiefe Bahn gerät, zum Militärdienst fliehen muss, mehrmals einem absonderlichen arabischen Heiligen, dem Ewli, begegnet und sogar mehrfach vom Teufel versucht wird.<br>\nDabei möchte er eigentlich nur eines: seine verstorbene Jugendliebe, Aglaja, wiederfinden, die ihm in allerlei Reinkarnationen immer auf's Neue begegnet - und stets wieder verloren geht.<br>\nEr erkennt, dass er sich von allen Grausamkeiten seiner Welt lossagen und rein werden muss, - um irgendwann in einem anderen, neuen Leben vielleicht Aglaja endgültig wiederzufinden ...<br>\nDoch dann gerät er in die Mühlsteine der Französischen Revolution ...\n<br></br>\n"Seelenwanderer" oder "Die Wiedergeburt des Melchior Dronte" ist der berühmteste Roman von Paul Busson.\n(Zusammenfassung von crowwings) <p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/die-wiedergeburt-des-melchior-dronte-by-paul-busson/ |
warnung dieses buch ist für hörer unter 16 jahren nicht geeignet br br mysterythriller über den jungen grafen melchior dronte der von dekadenten adeligen und einem grausamen vater umgeben aufwächst seinem wilden studentenleben auf die schiefe bahn gerät zum militärdienst fliehen muss mehrmals einem absonderlichen arabischen heiligen dem ewli begegnet und sogar mehrfach vom teufel versucht wird br dabei möchte er eigentlich nur eines seine verstorbene jugendliebe aglaja wiederfinden die ihm allerlei reinkarnationen immer auf s neue begegnet und stets wieder verloren geht br er erkennt dass er sich von allen grausamkeiten seiner welt lossagen und rein werden muss um irgendwann einem anderen neuen leben vielleicht aglaja endgültig wiederzufinden br doch dann gerät er die mühlsteine der französischen revolution br br seelenwanderer oder die wiedergeburt des melchior dronte ist der berühmteste roman von paul busson zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
| 7903 |
7836 |
8452 |
As a Man Thinketh (version 3) |
James Allen |
Modern |
The burgeoning conflict between science and organized religion in the Nineteenth Century had many cultural offshoots, one of the most significant of which was the New Thought movement. New Thought exponents sought to reconcile the principles of science and general spirituality in a synthetic practical philosophy which explored the universality of the human experience. The literature which developed as a consequence has provided the basic material used by most of today's self-help practitioners, and has won enduring popularity because of the simplicity of its concepts and the practical methods it espouses.<p>\n\nAmong the earliest and most celebrated of these authors was James Allen (1864 - 1912). A reclusive man, he spent the last ten years of his life in rural seclusion in the village of Ilfracombe in Devon, during which period he wrote most of his twenty books. The most famous of these is As A Man Thinketh, a short treatise of the power of thought. This short work is one of the first great classics of self-help literature, and has never been out of print since it was first published in 1902. \n\nAllen's main thesis is that thought is not just a vehicle for comprehending and explaining the world, but is also the prime mechanism for creating and changing human experience. While Allen's views may remain controversial, a vast audience of readers has found his work greatly inspiring. \n\n(Algy Pug) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/as-a-man-thinketh-by-james-allen-3/ |
burgeoning conflict science organized religion nineteenth century many cultural offshoots one significant new thought movement new thought exponents sought reconcile principles science general spirituality synthetic practical philosophy explored universality human experience literature developed consequence provided basic material used today s self help practitioners enduring popularity simplicity concepts practical methods espouses p among earliest celebrated authors james allen 1864 1912 reclusive man spent last ten years life rural seclusion village ilfracombe devon period wrote twenty books famous man thinketh short treatise power thought short work one first great classics self help literature never print since first published 1902 allen s main thesis thought vehicle comprehending explaining world also prime mechanism creating changing human experience allen s views may remain controversial vast audience readers found work greatly inspiring algy pug |
| 7904 |
7837 |
8453 |
Creative Mind |
Ernest Shurtleff Holmes |
Contemporary |
This little book is an attempt to explain what each soul must discover for himself, that he stands in the midst of an eternal creative power which presses itself around his own thought, and casts back to him glorified all that he thinks. If it awakens within the consciousness of one single individual the realization that the mind of the Universal (which is the only mind that there is) is his own mind that the creative power of this mind is his also; that the manifestation of this mind is his own individuality; that the love and power and peace of this mind is within himself, it will not be written in vain. May it then do much in simplifying and bringing to light some of the deeper mysteries and meanings of life. (Ernest Shurtleff Holmes) <p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/creative-mind-by-ernest-shurtleff-holmes/ |
little book attempt explain soul must discover himself stands midst eternal creative power presses around thought casts back glorified thinks awakens within consciousness one single individual realization mind universal which mind is mind creative power mind also manifestation mind individuality love power peace mind within himself written vain may much simplifying bringing light deeper mysteries meanings life ernest shurtleff holmes p |
| 7905 |
7838 |
8454 |
Romance of a Mummy and Egypt |
Théophile Gautier |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The account he gives, in his novel, of the ancient city of Thebes, of the great necropolis in the valley of Biban el Molûk, of the subterranean tombs, of the precautions taken by the designers to baffle curiosity, of the form and ornamentation of the sarcophagi, of the mummy-cases, of the mummy itself, of the manners, customs, dress, and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, are marvellously accurate. <br> The purely erudite part of the work would probably not have interested the general public, indifferent to the discoveries of archæology, but the introduction of the human element of love at once captivated it; the erudite appreciated the accuracy of the restoration of ancient times and manners; the merely curious were pleased with a well told story, cleverly set in a framework whose strangeness appealed to their love of exoticism and novelty. <br> There have been added by the editor, as bearing upon the subject of the "Romance of a Mummy," two or three chapters from the volume entitled "The Orient," which is made up of a collection of sketches and letters of travel written at different times, and of reviews of books upon Eastern subjects, whether modern or ancient. <br> Summary by (Translator - F. C. de Sumichrast)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-a-mummy-and-egypt-by-theophile-gautier/ |
account gives novel ancient city thebes great necropolis valley biban el molûk subterranean tombs precautions taken designers baffle curiosity form ornamentation sarcophagi mummy cases mummy itself manners customs dress beliefs ancient egyptians marvellously accurate br purely erudite part work would probably interested general public indifferent discoveries archæology introduction human element love captivated it erudite appreciated accuracy restoration ancient times manners merely curious pleased well told story cleverly set framework whose strangeness appealed love exoticism novelty br added editor bearing upon subject romance mummy two three chapters volume entitled the orient made collection sketches letters travel written different times reviews books upon eastern subjects whether modern ancient br summary translator f c de sumichrast p |
| 7906 |
7976 |
8594 |
Scarecrow of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Scarecrow of Oz is the ninth book set in the Land of Oz written by L. Frank Baum. Published on July 16, 1915, it was Baum's personal favorite of the Oz books and tells of Cap'n Bill and Trot journeying to Oz and, with the help of the Scarecrow, overthrowing the cruel King Krewl of Jinxland. - Summary by wikipedia<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarecrow-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
scarecrow oz ninth book set land oz written l frank baum published july 16 1915 baum s personal favorite oz books tells cap n bill trot journeying oz and help scarecrow overthrowing cruel king krewl jinxland summary wikipedia p |
| 7907 |
7840 |
8456 |
Ministry of Intercession |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Andrew Murray sub-titled this book "A Plea for More Prayer". In it, he shows how throughout Scripture, in the life of every saint, and that of God’s own Son, and all through Church history, God is, first of all, a prayer-hearing God. He builds upon the truths brought out in his earlier volume “With Christ in the School of Prayer”, by showing firstly that Christ meant prayer to be the great power by which His Church should do its work, and secondly that we have far too little conception of the place that intercession, as opposed to praying just for our own needs, should have in the Church and in the Christian life. The book concludes with some very helpful practical guidelines on intercession. - Summary by Christopher Smith<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-ministry-of-intercession-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray sub titled book a plea prayer it shows throughout scripture life every saint god s son church history god is first all prayer hearing god builds upon truths brought earlier volume with christ school prayer showing firstly christ meant prayer great power church work secondly far little conception place intercession opposed praying needs church christian life book concludes helpful practical guidelines intercession summary christopher smith p |
| 7908 |
7841 |
8457 |
Five Little Plays |
Alfred Sutro |
Plays |
British dramatist Alfred Sutro's collection contains five one act plays: "The Man in the Stalls," "A Marriage Has Been Arranged…", "The Man on the Kerb," "The Open Door," and "The Bracelet." The plays are performed by Amanda Friday, Libby Gohn, Elizabeth Klett, mb, Bob Neufeld, Caprisha Page, Bruce Pirie, and Algy Pug. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-plays-by-alfred-sutro/ |
british dramatist alfred sutro s collection contains five one act plays the man stalls a marriage arranged the man kerb the open door the bracelet plays performed amanda friday libby gohn elizabeth klett mb bob neufeld caprisha page bruce pirie algy pug summary elizabeth klett p |
| 7909 |
7842 |
8458 |
Changed Man And Other Tales |
Thomas Hardy |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
Eleven short stories. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-changed-man-and-other-tales-by-thomas-hardy/ |
eleven short stories summary david wales p |
| 7910 |
7843 |
8459 |
Life's Little Ironies; A Set Of Tales With Some Colloquial Sketches Entitled A Few Crusted Characters |
Thomas Hardy |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
Eighteen short stories by a master story teller. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/lifes-little-ironies-a-set-of-tales-with-some-colloquial-sketches-entitled-a-few-crusted-characters-by-thomas-hardy/ |
eighteen short stories master story teller summary david wales p |
| 7911 |
7844 |
8460 |
letzte Märchen |
Paul Keller |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantasy Fiction |
„Das letzte Märchen“, eine Geschichte, in der ein Journalist in ein unterirdisches Märchenreich eingeladen wird, um dort eine Zeitung aufzubauen, und dabei in Intrigen innerhalb des Königshauses hineingerät. - Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia<p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/das-letzte-maerchen-by-paul-keller/ |
das letzte märchen eine geschichte der ein journalist ein unterirdisches märchenreich eingeladen wird um dort eine zeitung aufzubauen und dabei intrigen innerhalb des königshauses hineingerät zusammenfassung von wikipedia p |
| 7912 |
7845 |
8461 |
Short Poetry Collection 132 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 19 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-132/ |
collection 19 poems read librivox volunteers may 2014 p |
| 7913 |
7846 |
8462 |
Food of the Gods, and How It Came to Earth (version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Humorous Fiction, Science Fiction |
Mr. Bensington and Professor Redwood have invented a substance that causes living things to grow - and grow - and grow! As their experiments progress, the substance quickly gets out of control and the fun begins as insects and plants receive the benefit of the Food of the Gods. Surely nobody would dream of feeding such a thing to a human child… would they?\n\nIn this little-known science fiction satire, Wells takes potshots at every member of society: scientists, ministers, charitable heiresses, revolutionaries, and everyone in between. Yet in the end, Wells shows his faith both in humanity and its never-ceasing progress. - Summary by Catharine Eastman</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-food-of-the-gods-and-how-it-came-to-earth-version-2-by-h-g-wells/ |
mr bensington professor redwood invented substance causes living things grow grow grow experiments progress substance quickly gets control fun begins insects plants receive benefit food gods surely nobody would dream feeding thing human child would they little known science fiction satire wells takes potshots every member society scientists ministers charitable heiresses revolutionaries everyone between yet end wells shows faith humanity never ceasing progress summary catharine eastman p |
| 7914 |
7847 |
8463 |
Tales of Space and Time |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
Five short Science Fiction stories. - Summary by Richard Kilmer<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-space-and-time-by-h-g-wells/ |
five short science fiction stories summary richard kilmer p |
| 7915 |
7848 |
8464 |
Rebel Spurs |
Andre Norton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
In 1866, only men uprooted by war had reason to ride into Tubacca, Arizona, a nondescript town as shattered and anonymous as the veterans drifting through it. So when Drew Rennie, newly discharged from Forrest’s Confederate scouts, arrived leading everything he owned behind him—his thoroughbred stud Shiloh, a mare about to foal, and a mule—he knew his business would not be questioned. To anyone in Tubacca there could be only one extraordinary thing about Drew, and that he could not reveal: his name, Rennie.</p>\n\nDrew had come west from Kentucky to find a father he had thought dead until the year before. Kinship with a man like Hunt Rennie, however—the legendary Don Cazar, owner of a matchless range and prize stallions—was not a claim to be made quickly or lightly. Posing as Drew Kirby the young veteran contrived to get himself and his friend Anse hired as corral hands at Rennie’s Range, but he was hardly prepared for the suspicion and danger which stood between him and his father. As hotheaded as his father, Drew was ready to move on to California—until the day all proof of his Rennie name was stolen from him, and his unwarranted arrest for horse-thieving brought on the accusations of the one man whose trust he needed.</p>\n\nAndre Norton’s _Ride Proud, Rebel!_ dramatically portrayed the last year of the Confederacy, when brave men like Drew Rennie met defeat with honor. In this sequel, Drew’s struggle to establish his identity and begin life anew in a raw, unsettled land reflects the courage of thousands of rootless men set adrift by the Civil War.\n - Summary by Front Dust Jacket<p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/rebel-spurs-by-andre-norton/ |
1866 men uprooted war reason ride tubacca arizona nondescript town shattered anonymous veterans drifting it drew rennie newly discharged forrest s confederate scouts arrived leading everything owned behind him his thoroughbred stud shiloh mare foal mule he knew business would questioned anyone tubacca could one extraordinary thing drew could reveal name rennie p drew come west kentucky find father thought dead year before kinship man like hunt rennie however the legendary cazar owner matchless range prize stallions was claim made quickly lightly posing drew kirby young veteran contrived get friend anse hired corral hands rennie s range hardly prepared suspicion danger stood father hotheaded father drew ready move california until day proof rennie name stolen him unwarranted arrest horse thieving brought accusations one man whose trust needed p andre norton s _ride proud rebel _ dramatically portrayed last year confederacy brave men like drew rennie met defeat honor sequel drew s struggle establish identity begin life anew raw unsettled land reflects courage thousands rootless men set adrift civil war summary front dust jacket p |
| 7916 |
7906 |
8524 |
Secret of Everyday Things |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
Science |
The clearness, simpicity, and charm of the great French naturalist's style are nowhere better illustrated than in this work, which in its variety of subject-matter and apt use of entertaining anecdote rivals "The Story-Book of Science," already a favorite with his readers. Such instances of antiquated usage or superseded methods as occur in these chapters of popular science easily win our indulgence because of the literary charm and warm human quality investing all that the author has to say. -- Translator (Introductory Note).<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-everyday-things-by-jean-henri-fabre/ |
clearness simpicity charm great french naturalist s style nowhere better illustrated work variety subject matter apt use entertaining anecdote rivals the story book science already favorite readers instances antiquated usage superseded methods occur chapters popular science easily win indulgence literary charm warm human quality investing author say translator introductory note p |
| 7917 |
7849 |
8465 |
Underground Man |
Gabriel Tarde |
Science Fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<br />This post-apocalyptic novella tells the story of the downfall of civilisation and mankind following a solar cataclysm in the late 20th century. To survive, the remnants of humanity had to build a new civilization underground in the complete absence of all species except mankind, choosing to base it only on love and beauty, the fine arts and intellectual pursuits. <br /><br />\n\nIn view of the sun's current inactivity, this frighteningly prophetic tale might have been written today, saving that the cultural references and the fluid prose might be beyond, if one dares say so, many modern writers. <br /><br />\n\nTarde was a French sociologist, criminologist and social psychologist. This novella was, as far as I know, his only venture into the writing of fiction, and is heavy with philosophical, sociological, scientific and even political concepts. It is an absorbing and thought-provoking work. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/underground-man-by-gabriel-tarde/ |
br this post apocalyptic novella tells story downfall civilisation mankind following solar cataclysm late 20th century survive remnants humanity build new civilization underground complete absence species except mankind choosing base love beauty fine arts intellectual pursuits br br view sun s current inactivity frighteningly prophetic tale might written today saving cultural references fluid prose might beyond one dares say so many modern writers br br tarde french sociologist criminologist social psychologist novella was far know venture writing fiction heavy philosophical sociological scientific even political concepts absorbing thought provoking work summary ruth golding br br |
| 7918 |
7850 |
8466 |
Daily Rate |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Christian Fiction |
A dark, dreary boardinghouse, with unpalatable meals and slovenly housekeeping is all she can afford. But God will give Celia just what she needs each day - a daily rate. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/a-daily-rate-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
dark dreary boardinghouse unpalatable meals slovenly housekeeping afford god give celia needs day daily rate summary triciag |
| 7919 |
7851 |
8467 |
Jonathan Frock |
Heinrich Zschokke |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Jonathan Frock hat es nicht leicht, zunächst wird er als Hauslehrer entlassen, weil er den Kindern zu viele freie Gedanken einflösst, und dann schlägt er sich als freiberuflicher Schreiber auch mehr schlecht als recht durchs Leben.\nBei liebevollen Bekanntschaften hält er sich auffallend zurück, weil er ein schweres Geheimnis mit sich herumschleppt. Aber dann droht im ein Gerichtstermin! (Summary by crowwings)<p> |
German |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/jonathan-frock-by-heinrich-zschokke/ |
jonathan frock hat es nicht leicht zunächst wird er als hauslehrer entlassen weil er den kindern zu viele freie gedanken einflösst und dann schlägt er sich als freiberuflicher schreiber auch mehr schlecht als recht durchs leben bei liebevollen bekanntschaften hält er sich auffallend zurück weil er ein schweres geheimnis mit sich herumschleppt aber dann droht im ein gerichtstermin summary crowwings p |
| 7920 |
7852 |
8468 |
Dog Ghosts |
Elliott O'Donnell |
Animals, Religion |
Stories in which ghosts of dogs figure. This is chapter 2, Apparitions Of Dogs, of the book Animal Ghosts Or, Animal Hauntings and the Hereafter.\n - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dog-ghosts-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
stories ghosts dogs figure chapter 2 apparitions dogs book animal ghosts or animal hauntings hereafter summary david wales p |
| 7921 |
7853 |
8469 |
Grotesques and Fantasies |
Israel Zangwill |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Humorous Fiction |
A set of often funny, sometimes tragic stories by Israel Zangwill. Most famous for his scathingly accurate portrayals of the Jewish ghetto, these stories have a wider stage, poking fun at social conventions and society itself, both high and low. The real and the fantastic collide to produce a world uniquely Zangwill's.<br><br>These are the tales of figures as diverse as a pantomime dragon, an excellent butler, a man living his life in the wrong order and a Jewish maiden who knows exactly what she is worth. Well observed and original, the satire is biting and the wit sparkling.<br><br>Many of the stories in this volume are accompanied by excellent illustrations, which are well worth a look. They are available in the <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38413">Gutenberg e-text.</a><br><br>The novella, <a href="https://librivox.org/the-king-of-schnorrers-by-israel-zangwill/">King of Schnorrers</a>, which began this collection when it appeared in print, has already been recorded separately. As such it is omitted from this collection, and only the shorter stories are included. (Summary by Lucy Perry) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/grotesques-and-fantasies-by-israel-zangwill/ |
set often funny sometimes tragic stories israel zangwill famous scathingly accurate portrayals jewish ghetto stories wider stage poking fun social conventions society itself high low real fantastic collide produce world uniquely zangwill s br br these tales figures diverse pantomime dragon excellent butler man living life wrong order jewish maiden knows exactly worth well observed original satire biting wit sparkling br br many stories volume accompanied excellent illustrations well worth look available a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 38413 gutenberg e text a br br the novella a href https librivox org the king of schnorrers by israel zangwill king schnorrers a began collection appeared print already recorded separately omitted collection shorter stories included summary lucy perry p |
| 7922 |
7854 |
8470 |
Victorious Attitude |
Orison Swett Marden |
Self-Help |
Dr. Marden tells how we can live up to our potential just by changing our attitude, from the normal attitude of I CAN'T to one of I CAN! To do this we need to have faith in ourselves and shut out the negative forces that come into our lives. We have to stop the negative thoughts and not listen to the nay sayers. Once we find what we want to do we can't think it to death, just take the chance and don't procrastinate, don't let doubt interfer. It's difficult to do in the beginning but will soon become a habit and will make our lives so much easier and fulfilling. (Summary by kirk202)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-victorious-attitude-by-orison-swett-marden/ |
dr marden tells live potential changing attitude normal attitude can t one can need faith shut negative forces come lives stop negative thoughts listen nay sayers find want can t think death take chance procrastinate let doubt interfer difficult beginning soon become habit make lives much easier fulfilling summary kirk202 p |
| 7923 |
7855 |
8471 |
Shadow of a Man |
E. W. Hornung |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Set in rural Australia, this mystery novel follows a pair of newlyweds who are determined to make their improbable marriage work, no matter the odds. But little do they know exactly how high the odds are stacked against them -- and the lengths that some will go to sabotage their love. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles and live happily ever after? - Summary by Kristingj |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-of-a-man-by-e-w-hornung/ |
set rural australia mystery novel follows pair newlyweds determined make improbable marriage work matter odds little know exactly high odds stacked lengths go sabotage love able overcome obstacles live happily ever after summary kristingj |
| 7924 |
7887 |
8504 |
Power-House |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
The Power-House is a novel by John Buchan, a thriller set in London, England. It was written in 1913, when it was serialised in Blackwood's Magazine, and it was published in book form in 1916. The narrator is the barrister and Tory MP Edward Leithen, who features in a number of Buchan's novels. The urban setting contrasts with that of its sequel, John Macnab, which is set in the Scottish Highlands.</p>\n\nThe Power-House of the title is an international anarchist organization led by a rich Englishman named Andrew Lumley. Its plan to destroy Western civilisation is thwarted by Leithen with the assistance of a burly Labour MP.</p>\n\n"The dominant theme of Buchan's fiction is the fragility of civilisation," it has been said in the context of a discussion of The Power-House.[1] What the critic Christopher Harvie calls "perhaps the most famous line in all Buchan"[2] occurs during the first meeting between Leithen and Lumley, when the latter tells the former, "You think that a wall as solid as the earth separates civilisation from barbarism. I tell you the division is a thread, a sheet of glass" (Chapter 3). Harvie cites a comparable passage from the second volume of The Golden Bough, where Frazer speaks of "a solid layer of savagery beneath the surface of society," which, "unaffected by the superficial changes of religion and culture," is "a standing menace to civilisation. We seem to move on a thin crust which may at any time be rent by the subterranean forces slumbering beneath." - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-power-house-by-john-buchan/ |
power house novel john buchan thriller set london england written 1913 serialised blackwood s magazine published book form 1916 narrator barrister tory mp edward leithen features number buchan s novels urban setting contrasts sequel john macnab set scottish highlands p power house title international anarchist organization led rich englishman named andrew lumley plan destroy western civilisation thwarted leithen assistance burly labour mp p the dominant theme buchan s fiction fragility civilisation said context discussion power house 1 critic christopher harvie calls perhaps famous line buchan 2 occurs first meeting leithen lumley latter tells former you think wall solid earth separates civilisation barbarism tell division thread sheet glass chapter 3 harvie cites comparable passage second volume golden bough frazer speaks a solid layer savagery beneath surface society which unaffected superficial changes religion culture a standing menace civilisation seem move thin crust may time rent subterranean forces slumbering beneath summary wikipedia p |
| 7925 |
7856 |
8472 |
Golden Threshold |
Sarojini Naidu |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Religious Fiction, Romance |
Sarojini Naidu was a remarkable woman. Known as the Nightingale of India, she started writing at the age of thirteen and throughout her life composed several volumes of poetry, writing many poems which are still famous to this day.\n\nAs well as being a poet, Naidu was an activist and politician, campaigning for Indian independence and became the first Indian woman to attain the post of President of the Indian National Congress.\n\nThis volume contains the beautiful 'Indian Love-Song', as well as many other moving verses. All of them give insight into the heart and mind of this hugely important and influential woman.\n\nThe poems are split into three categories: Folk Songs, Songs for Music and Poems. - Summary by Lucy Perry</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-threshold-by-sarojini-naidu/ |
sarojini naidu remarkable woman known nightingale india started writing age thirteen throughout life composed several volumes poetry writing many poems still famous day well poet naidu activist politician campaigning indian independence became first indian woman attain post president indian national congress volume contains beautiful indian love song well many moving verses give insight heart mind hugely important influential woman poems split three categories folk songs songs music poems summary lucy perry p |
| 7926 |
7857 |
8473 |
Wanted: A Husband |
Samuel Hopkins Adams |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
This serious, yet witty and hilarious, romantic comedy by Samuel Hopkins Adams is a must read/listen! From the very beginning it intrigues you with the troubles and feminine woes of young Miss Darcy Cole. Being a dowdy, unkempt fledgling lady, she finds herself in a mirthful fix after telling a whopper to her room-mates in order to save face from her severely lacking personal life. Resentful and jealous of most all other women, and contemplating suicide, she turns to actress Gloria Greene for guidance on how to become more attractive. Miss Cole had no idea what she was getting herself in to! Was it even possible to make herself over? How on Earth would she get through the lie of being engaged to a “titled” man, no less! She had never even met Sir Montrose Veyze, let alone be engaged to him! And then there is the charming Jack Remsen, who seems to be in a pickle himself. Darcy knows he would never fall for someone like her; in fact, no man even looks at her! But perhaps he might be coerced into unwittingly helping her out of her predicament.</p>\n\nA true Ugly Duckling tale, Darcy experiences all the emotions that most ALL women have felt at one time or another throughout life. As quoted by the Proof Listener for this work, the narrator does a superb job of “capturing the spirit of the book!” Drawing the listener in and allowing the audience to live and feel the experience along with the characters. A highly entertaining and riveting book! (summary by reader)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/wanted-a-husband-by-samuel-hopkins-adams/ |
serious yet witty hilarious romantic comedy samuel hopkins adams must read listen beginning intrigues troubles feminine woes young miss darcy cole dowdy unkempt fledgling lady finds mirthful fix telling whopper room mates order save face severely lacking personal life resentful jealous women contemplating suicide turns actress gloria greene guidance become attractive miss cole idea getting to even possible make over earth would get lie engaged titled man less never even met sir montrose veyze let alone engaged him charming jack remsen seems pickle himself darcy knows would never fall someone like her fact man even looks her perhaps might coerced unwittingly helping predicament p true ugly duckling tale darcy experiences emotions women felt one time another throughout life quoted proof listener work narrator superb job capturing spirit book drawing listener allowing audience live feel experience along characters highly entertaining riveting book summary reader p |
| 7927 |
7858 |
8474 |
Helen in the Editor's Chair |
Ruthe S. Wheeler |
Family |
After her father, Hugh Blair, falls ill from exhaustion as editor of the town newspaper, The Rolfe Herald, and leaves for a rest cure in the southwest, his plucky teenage daughter, Helen, takes over along with brother Tom. Good-natured Depression-era tale for young adults. - Summary by BellonaTimes<p> |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/helen-in-the-editors-chair-by-ruthe-wheeler/ |
father hugh blair falls ill exhaustion editor town newspaper rolfe herald leaves rest cure southwest plucky teenage daughter helen takes along brother tom good natured depression era tale young adults summary bellonatimes p |
| 7928 |
7859 |
8475 |
Steel Flea |
Nikolai Leskov |
Literary Fiction |
An 1881 comic story by Nikolai Leskov, presented in the form of a traditional skaz or folk-tale, but entirely of Leskov's invention. It tells the story of a left-handed Russian artisan required to impress Tsar Nikolas I with his craftsmanship by outdoing some famous Englishmen who have created a tiny mechanical flea. The Russian smith barricades himself with two skilled colleagues in his workshop until finally forced to come out and reveal the brilliant result of his labor. Far more famous in Russia than in the West, the story of The Steel Flea reveals much about nineteenth-century Russian attitudes toward the West and toward their own country, but is difficult to categorize. Either a celebration of Russian ingenuity or a critique of Russian autocracy, The Steel Flea has established itself as a classic worthy of any of the great Russian authors. [It should be noted that many of the most comical lines in the story are funny only in the original Russian, depending as they do on ridiculous malapropisms or ignorant combinations of words almost impossible to translate. Ms. Hapgood, for example, has had to do the best she could, rendering the mistaken word for "international" as "internecine," for "infusoria" as "nymfozoria," for "Pyramids" as "Keramids," for "stench" as "spiral," and so on.] (Summary by Expatriate)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-steel-flea-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
1881 comic story nikolai leskov presented form traditional skaz folk tale entirely leskov s invention tells story left handed russian artisan required impress tsar nikolas craftsmanship outdoing famous englishmen created tiny mechanical flea russian smith barricades two skilled colleagues workshop finally forced come reveal brilliant result labor far famous russia west story steel flea reveals much nineteenth century russian attitudes toward west toward country difficult categorize either celebration russian ingenuity critique russian autocracy steel flea established classic worthy great russian authors it noted many comical lines story funny original russian depending ridiculous malapropisms ignorant combinations words almost impossible translate ms hapgood example best could rendering mistaken word international internecine infusoria nymfozoria pyramids keramids stench spiral on summary expatriate p |
| 7929 |
7860 |
8476 |
Journal of Impressions in Belgium |
May Sinclair |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
In 1914, at the age of 51, the novelist and poet May Sinclair volunteered to leave the comforts of England to go to the Western Front, joining the Munro Ambulance Corps ministering to wounded Belgian soldiers in Flanders. Her experiences in the Great War, brief and traumatizing as they were, permeated the prose and poetry she wrote after this time. Witness of great human pain and tragedy, Sinclair was in serious danger of her life on multiple occasions. This journal makes no attempt to be anything more than a journal: a lucid, simple, heart-breaking account of war at first hand. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-journal-of-impressions-in-belgium-by-may-sinclair/ |
1914 age 51 novelist poet may sinclair volunteered leave comforts england go western front joining munro ambulance corps ministering wounded belgian soldiers flanders experiences great war brief traumatizing were permeated prose poetry wrote time witness great human pain tragedy sinclair serious danger life multiple occasions journal makes attempt anything journal lucid simple heart breaking account war first hand summary expatriate p |
| 7930 |
7861 |
8477 |
I Remember, I Remember |
Thomas Hood |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"There were scarcely any events in the life of Thomas Hood. One condition there was of too potent determining importance—life-long ill health; and one circumstance of moment—a commercial failure, and consequent expatriation. Beyond this, little presents itself for record in the outward facts of this upright and beneficial career, bright with genius and coruscating with wit, dark with the lengthening and deepening shadow of death." - from the Biographical Introduction by William Michael Rossetti of The Poetical Works of Thomas Hood<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/i-remember-i-remember-by-thomas-hood/ |
there scarcely events life thomas hood one condition potent determining importance life long ill health one circumstance moment a commercial failure consequent expatriation beyond this little presents record outward facts upright beneficial career bright genius coruscating wit dark lengthening deepening shadow death biographical introduction william michael rossetti poetical works thomas hood p |
| 7931 |
7862 |
8478 |
There's a certain slant of light |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In tribute to the first real snowfall this year. - Summary by David Lawrence<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/theres-a-certain-slant-of-light-by-emily-dickinson/ |
tribute first real snowfall year summary david lawrence p |
| 7932 |
7863 |
8479 |
Knights of Art - Stories of the Italian Painters |
Amy Steedman |
Children's Non-fiction, Arts |
A children's version of the Lives of Artists by Vassari with many Illustrations. Of course we won't be able to show the paintings but the descriptions and the anecdotes are interesting and may lead a child to further interest. - Summary by Susan Morin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/knights-of-art-stories-of-the-italian-painters-by-amy-steedman/ |
children s version lives artists vassari many illustrations course able show paintings descriptions anecdotes interesting may lead child interest summary susan morin |
| 7933 |
7865 |
8481 |
My Days and Dreams |
Edward Carpenter |
Memoirs |
Hard to imagine now, but there have been times and places where just wearing sandals could get you labeled as being in rebellion against established society. Two such places were Berkeley, California in the early 1960s and Millthorpe, England in the 1880s. Millthorpe was home to Edward Carpenter (1844-1929), an English socialist poet, philosopher, and activist who abandoned his upper crust life and university sinecure to grow market vegetables and handcraft sandals for a living. Carpenter’s search for the well-lived life, his passions and concerns resonate uncannily with the mood of long ago Berkeley. In this frank memoir, Carpenter explores how he “escaped from the domination of Civilization in its two most fatal and much-detested forms, respectability and cheap intellectualism.” - Summary by Sue Anderson</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/my-days-and-dreams-by-edward-carpenter/ |
hard imagine now times places wearing sandals could get labeled rebellion established society two places berkeley california early 1960s millthorpe england 1880s millthorpe home edward carpenter 1844 1929 english socialist poet philosopher activist abandoned upper crust life university sinecure grow market vegetables handcraft sandals living carpenter s search well lived life passions concerns resonate uncannily mood long ago berkeley frank memoir carpenter explores escaped domination civilization two fatal much detested forms respectability cheap intellectualism summary sue anderson p |
| 7934 |
7866 |
8482 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 058 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 058: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a group of LibriVox members. <br /> <br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-058/ |
br librivox s short story collection 058 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read group librivox members br br |
| 7935 |
7867 |
8483 |
Gospel In Brief |
Leo Tolstoy |
Christianity - Other |
In this book, Tolstoy seeks to condense the four Gospels of the New Testament, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, into one, by looking along the lines of the teachings of Jesus Christ found in each book. In doing so, he discovers that the Lord's Prayer is the best summation of all that Christ taught in the Gospels. - Summary by KHand<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-in-brief-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
book tolstoy seeks condense four gospels new testament matthew mark luke john one looking along lines teachings jesus christ found book so discovers lord s prayer best summation christ taught gospels summary khand p |
| 7936 |
7868 |
8484 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 032 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
<p><br />Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the history of aeroplanes, political speeches, travel, philosophy, Japan, the United Nations, Congressional law, rules of cricket and more. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p><p>Note: "On the Part Played by Accident in Discovery" by Ernst Mach was translated by Thomas J. McCormack.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-032-by-various/ |
p br fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include history aeroplanes political speeches travel philosophy japan united nations congressional law rules cricket more summary sue anderson p p note on part played accident discovery ernst mach translated thomas j mccormack p |
| 7937 |
7869 |
8485 |
Herakles |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
Dat Couperus' nieuwste werk ‘Herakles’ een roman in twee deelen heet, zal wel een uitgevers-wensch zijn. Het is de omdichting der mythe tot een modern verhaal, een nieuwe beleving der aloude vertelling, in scène gezet met heel het naturalistisch décor en de hoogdravende prozamuziek, naar de gegevens ook van beeldhouwwerken en muurschilderingen, al waarover onze groote regisseur van mythologische divertissementen, tegelijk een enthousiast kunstkenner, Louis Couperus, beschikt. De bont afwisselende voorstelling loont uw avond; want in één avond vliegt men die twee deelen door. Het is dan ook een waar virtuoozen-stuk, één voor één alle de werken van Herakles af te handelen en het zóó te doen, dat het bijna nergens eentonig wordt, integendeel, dat het boeit, amuseert en onze bewonderende bravo's telkens weer afdwingt. Onderwijl herkent men, in verschillende pose's van den Held, met voldoening de befaamde Hercules-beelden en roemt de kunst, waarmeê de regisseur op geheel natuurlijke wijze daarvan partij wist te trekken. - Samenvatting van Carel Scharten. (De Gids 1914)</p> |
Dutch |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/herakles-by-louis-couperus/ |
dat couperus nieuwste werk herakles een roman twee deelen heet zal wel een uitgevers wensch zijn het de omdichting der mythe tot een modern verhaal een nieuwe beleving der aloude vertelling scène gezet met heel het naturalistisch décor en de hoogdravende prozamuziek naar de gegevens ook van beeldhouwwerken en muurschilderingen al waarover onze groote regisseur van mythologische divertissementen tegelijk een enthousiast kunstkenner louis couperus beschikt de bont afwisselende voorstelling loont uw avond want één avond vliegt men die twee deelen door het dan ook een waar virtuoozen stuk één voor één alle de werken van herakles af te handelen en het zóó te doen dat het bijna nergens eentonig wordt integendeel dat het boeit amuseert en onze bewonderende bravo s telkens weer afdwingt onderwijl herkent men verschillende pose s van den held met voldoening de befaamde hercules beelden en roemt de kunst waarmeê de regisseur op geheel natuurlijke wijze daarvan partij wist te trekken samenvatting van carel scharten de gids 1914 p |
| 7938 |
7870 |
8487 |
History and Records of the Elephant Club |
Q. K. Philander Doesticks |
Humorous Fiction |
Mortimer Q. Thomson (September 2, 1832 – June 25, 1875) was an American journalist and humorist who wrote under the pseudonym Q. K. Philander Doesticks. He was born in Riga, New York and grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He attended Michigan University in Ann Arbor, but was expelled along with several others either for his involvement in secret societies[1] or for "too much enterprise in securing subjects for the dissecting room."[2] After a brief period working in theater, he became a journalist and lecturer.\nFor his published writings he used the pen name "Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B.", a pseudonym he had first used in university (the full version is "Queer Kritter Philander Doesticks, Perfect Brick"). Knight Russ Ockside is apparently a pen name for Edward Fitch Underhill, however no information is available for either name. The Elephant Club describes the formation and adventures of six strangers who all met by chance the same day and decided that they would like to continue the group by forming a club to get to know their city, New York, again and share their experiences. THE ELEPHANT CLUB, and having in view the following OBJECTS:\n\n1. The enjoyment and amusement of its members through.\n\n2. A profound study of the Metropolitan Elephant, by surveying him in\nall his majesty of proportion, by tracing him to his secret haunts, and\nobserving his habits, both in his wild and domestic state.\n - Summary by Wikipedia, Don W. Jenkins<p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/history-and-records-of-the-elephant-club-by-q-k-philander-doesticks/ |
mortimer q thomson september 2 1832 june 25 1875 american journalist humorist wrote pseudonym q k philander doesticks born riga new york grew ann arbor michigan attended michigan university ann arbor expelled along several others either involvement secret societies 1 too much enterprise securing subjects dissecting room 2 brief period working theater became journalist lecturer published writings used pen name q k philander doesticks p b pseudonym first used university the full version queer kritter philander doesticks perfect brick knight russ ockside apparently pen name edward fitch underhill however information available either name elephant club describes formation adventures six strangers met chance day decided would like continue group forming club get know city new york share experiences elephant club view following objects 1 enjoyment amusement members through 2 profound study metropolitan elephant surveying majesty proportion tracing secret haunts observing habits wild domestic state summary wikipedia w jenkins p |
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7871 |
8488 |
Fifteen Decisive Battles of the World |
Sir Edward Shepherd Creasy |
War & Military |
This work is Edward Creasy's best known fundamental work of history. It describes in detail 15 battles of world history, beginning with the Battle of Marathon of 490 BC and ending with the Battle of Waterloo of 1815. Each chapter is illustrated with rich historical detail and a timeline of events. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-fifteen-decisive-battles-of-the-world-by-sir-edward-shepherd-creasy/ |
work edward creasy s best known fundamental work history describes detail 15 battles world history beginning battle marathon 490 bc ending battle waterloo 1815 chapter illustrated rich historical detail timeline events summary carolin p |
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7872 |
8489 |
Sea Stories |
Various |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor! To run away to sea has been the misdirected ambition of many a youngster, and some lads there are who have realized their desire to their sorrow. The boy who has not cherished in his heart and exhibited in his actions at sometime or other during his youthful days, a love of ships and salt water, is fit for—well, he is fit for the shore, and that is the worst thing a sailor could say about him! (From the introduction, by Cyrus Townsend Brady)<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/sea-stories-by-various/ |
us passed period life ardently longed be actually rover buccaneer pirate least really sailor run away sea misdirected ambition many youngster lads realized desire sorrow boy cherished heart exhibited actions sometime youthful days love ships salt water fit for well fit shore worst thing sailor could say him from introduction cyrus townsend brady p |
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7873 |
8490 |
Summa Theologica - 05 Pars Prima, On the Divine Government |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
<br>The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>This is part six, the last part of the Pars Prima, consisting of the Treatise on the Divine Government. <br><br> |
English |
1300 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-05-pars-prima-on-the-divine-government-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
br the summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br this part six last part pars prima consisting treatise divine government br br |
| 7942 |
7874 |
8491 |
Bill Biddon, Trapper |
Edward S. Ellis |
Action & Adventure |
Our young hero and his companion plan to make their fortunes in the California gold rush. Having made their way to Missouri, they join a wagon train headed for the famed Oregon Trail, but being carefree and adventuresome young men, they are not happy relaxing by the fireside of an evening. Encounters with animals, raging rivers and "Injuns" keep them interested in their voyage, but what will the Pacific Coast hold for them? - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bill-biddon-trapper-by-edward-s-ellis/ |
young hero companion plan make fortunes california gold rush made way missouri join wagon train headed famed oregon trail carefree adventuresome young men happy relaxing fireside evening encounters animals raging rivers injuns keep interested voyage pacific coast hold them summary lynne thompson p |
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7875 |
8492 |
Secret of Charlotte Brontë |
Frederika Richardson Macdonald |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, Modern (19th C) |
Twenty years ago, now, I attempted (but was not especially successful in the task) to establish upon the personal knowledge that my own residence as a pupil in the historical Pensionnat in the Rue d'Isabelle, at Bruxelles gave me of the facts of Charlotte Brontë's relationships to Monsieur and Madame Heger, right impressions about the experiences and emotions she underwent between 1842 and 1846, and that supply the key and clue to the right interpretation of her genius. Every opinion I then ventured to state, not upon the authority of any special power of divination or of psychological insight of my own, but solely upon the authority of this personal knowledge of Monsieur and Madame Heger in my early girlhood, and also of the information I owed to the friendship and kind assistance given me, in my endeavour to rectify false judgments, by the Heger family, has quite recently, not only been confirmed, but established upon entirely incontrovertible evidence, by the generous gift made to English readers throughout the world of the key needed to unlock once and for ever the tragical but romantic 'Secret' of Charlotte Brontë. - Summary by Frederika MacDonald |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-charlotte-bronte-by-frederika-richardson-macdonald/ |
twenty years ago now attempted but especially successful task establish upon personal knowledge residence pupil historical pensionnat rue d isabelle bruxelles gave facts charlotte brontë s relationships monsieur madame heger right impressions experiences emotions underwent 1842 1846 supply key clue right interpretation genius every opinion ventured state upon authority special power divination psychological insight own solely upon authority personal knowledge monsieur madame heger early girlhood also information owed friendship kind assistance given me endeavour rectify false judgments heger family quite recently confirmed established upon entirely incontrovertible evidence generous gift made english readers throughout world key needed unlock ever tragical romantic secret charlotte brontë summary frederika macdonald |
| 7944 |
7876 |
8493 |
Agnes Grey (Version 3) |
Anne Brontë |
Literary Fiction |
Anne Bronte's semi-autobiographic novel about Agnes Grey, a young woman who becomes a governess to support her family, but finds her new career more difficult than she expected. - Summary by Libby Gohn</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/agnes-grey-version-3-by-anne-bronte/ |
anne bronte s semi autobiographic novel agnes grey young woman becomes governess support family finds new career difficult expected summary libby gohn p |
| 7945 |
7877 |
8494 |
One-Eyed Griffin and Other Tales |
Herbert Escott Inman |
Children's Fiction |
collection of children's fairytales including the tale of how the griffin lost one eye and Can't Shan't and Don't Care came to be giants. - Summary by Sorbet87</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-one-eyed-griffin-and-other-tales-by-herbert-escott-inman/ |
collection children s fairytales including tale griffin lost one eye can t care came giants summary sorbet87 p |
| 7946 |
7878 |
8495 |
Barberry Bush and Eight Other Stories for Girls |
Susan Coolidge |
General, Short works |
Eight heartwarming stories. <br><br>\n\nMost of the stories are about girls, and their adventures. Susan Coolidge is also author of "What Katy Did." <br><br>\n\nThe Barberry Bush is about a girl named "Barbara Allen called Barberry for short, and Berry, for shorter." Barberry is busily studying in school when she hears that her grandpa is very ill and has to return home. When she returns home, her grandpa dies and then grandma becomes sick with grief. Barbara is left with the old run down Bed and Breakfast that the family owned. It's up to her to decide what to do with it. After a few days of assessing the property she comes up with a plan to save the place. She remodels the place and makes it into a beautiful head-turning cottage and runs it quite successfully. The Bed and Breakfast is perfectly named the Barberry Bush. <br><br>\n\nAngels Unawares is about thee elderly millionaire gentlemen who are on their way back from some place when suddenly a snow storm comes. They horses get caught up in drift and the carriage is over turned. The men are all stuck in the snow and one calls for help. A girl named Berenice Salvary comes from a nearby house and takes the horses to the barn and helps the men into the house. She's a perfect hostess and cares for them like they were her father. When train comes and they go to leave, they try to pay her, but she says it was just kindness. Later they send a letter to her offering her a job in catering for a lunch-club of gentlemen in New York. She accepts the job offer and lives there contentedly with her brother, enjoying the friendship of the old gentlemen. <br><br>\n\nThe Cathedral - Ellice French often took the short cut through the cathedral's walls, to get to the other side. One day she hurried as she knew what time they would close. But sure enough it did close, only she was IN it! What does she do all night locked in a Cathedral? <br><br>\n\nThe Engineer's Story tells of a time when the train broke down because of a huge snow fall. There was one young lady among the passengers who was very exceptionally helpful. She had a level head on and knew how to help everyone. They were stuck there for several days, but the young lady was bright as a button. She served everyone and was very good with the children. Her quick thinking and unending service saved the day. <br><br>\n\n(Summary by Kimberly Krause) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-barberry-bush-and-eight-other-stories-for-girls-by-susan-coolidge/ |
eight heartwarming stories br br stories girls adventures susan coolidge also author what katy did br br barberry bush girl named barbara allen called barberry short berry shorter barberry busily studying school hears grandpa ill return home returns home grandpa dies grandma becomes sick grief barbara left old run bed breakfast family owned decide it days assessing property comes plan save place remodels place makes beautiful head turning cottage runs quite successfully bed breakfast perfectly named barberry bush br br angels unawares thee elderly millionaire gentlemen way back place suddenly snow storm comes horses get caught drift carriage turned men stuck snow one calls help girl named berenice salvary comes nearby house takes horses barn helps men house perfect hostess cares like father train comes go leave try pay her says kindness later send letter offering job catering lunch club gentlemen new york accepts job offer lives contentedly brother enjoying friendship old gentlemen br br cathedral ellice french often took short cut cathedral s walls get side one day hurried knew time would close sure enough close it night locked cathedral br br engineer s story tells time train broke huge snow fall one young lady among passengers exceptionally helpful level head knew help everyone stuck several days young lady bright button served everyone good children quick thinking unending service saved day br br summary kimberly krause p |
| 7947 |
7879 |
8496 |
Phantom Fortune, A Novel |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Romance |
Lady Maulevrier was once a beautiful socialite, beloved and welcomed in London high society. But her life took a turn for the worse when her husband, whom she married only for his fortune, committed a terrible crime in India. Forty years later, she is taking care of her two granddaughters, Mary and Lesbia. She prefers Lesbia, because of her beauty. Therefore, the relationship between the sisters is tolerable at best. Mary marries the man of her dreams while Lesbia enters London society under the wing of her grandmother's faithful friend. Would she take all the advantages offered to her and find a match which would make her grandmother happy? Would Mary finally be happy? And what has Lord Maulevrier done in India which makes his wife continue to bury herself in shame? - Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/phantom-fortune-a-novel-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
lady maulevrier beautiful socialite beloved welcomed london high society life took turn worse husband married fortune committed terrible crime india forty years later taking care two granddaughters mary lesbia prefers lesbia beauty therefore relationship sisters tolerable best mary marries man dreams lesbia enters london society wing grandmother s faithful friend would take advantages offered find match would make grandmother happy would mary finally happy lord maulevrier done india makes wife continue bury shame summary stav nisser p |
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7880 |
8497 |
alter Afrikaner |
Johannes Dose |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Erb von Erbenheim, missratener Sohn, unehrenhaft entlassener Offizier, des Diebstahls bezichtigter Büroangestellter und verurteilter Sträfling wird als Umerziehungsmaßnahme zum bärbeißigen Onkel in die Afrikanische Kolonie geschickt, wo er sich mit diesem auf der Jagd nach Gold und Elfenbein, diversen Kannibalen, hinterlistigen Eingeborenen, Kriegswirren und tückischen Krankheiten herumschlagen muss. Erb versucht dadurch, seinen Namen reinzuwaschen. Dabei erwächst ihn ihm langsam die Liebe und der Respekt zu diesem wild-schönen Kontinent und seinen vielschichtigen Bewohnern!<br>\nAbenteuerroman aus der deutschen Kolonialzeit in Afrika, spannend kurzweilig a la Karl May. ( Zusammenfassung von crowwings) <p> |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/ein-alter-afrikaner-by-johannes-dose/ |
erb von erbenheim missratener sohn unehrenhaft entlassener offizier des diebstahls bezichtigter büroangestellter und verurteilter sträfling wird als umerziehungsmaßnahme zum bärbeißigen onkel die afrikanische kolonie geschickt wo er sich mit diesem auf der jagd nach gold und elfenbein diversen kannibalen hinterlistigen eingeborenen kriegswirren und tückischen krankheiten herumschlagen muss erb versucht dadurch seinen namen reinzuwaschen dabei erwächst ihn ihm langsam die liebe und der respekt zu diesem wild schönen kontinent und seinen vielschichtigen bewohnern br abenteuerroman aus der deutschen kolonialzeit afrika spannend kurzweilig la karl may zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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7881 |
8498 |
Philebus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Philebus (ΦΙΛΗΒΟΣ) discusses pleasure, wisdom, soul and God. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/philebus-by-plato/ |
philebus φιληβος discusses pleasure wisdom soul god summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 7950 |
7882 |
8499 |
Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America |
D. W. Griffith |
Political Science |
<i>The Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America</i> was D.W. Griffith's first response to the attacks made on <i>The Birth of a Nation</i>. In it he played on the 'intolerance' of those who would not permit him freedom of speech in his films. This view on intolerance led directly to the creation of the film of the same name. Summary by The University of Exeter.<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-and-fall-of-free-speech-in-america-by-dw-griffith/ |
i the rise fall free speech america i d w griffith s first response attacks made i the birth nation i played intolerance would permit freedom speech films view intolerance led directly creation film name summary university exeter p |
| 7951 |
7883 |
8500 |
Your Mind and How to Use It |
William Walker Atkinson |
Modern |
William Walker Atkinson was one of the most prominent contributors to the literature of the New Thought movement, a non-denomination spiritual philosophy which developed in the late Nineteenth Century. Although he achieved eminence in a number of professions, Atkinson never sought personal publicity, and many of his numerous works were published under a variety of pseudonyms.</p>\n\nMost of Atkinson’s works are manuals of practice rather than pure expositions of philosophy. Many of his books are concerned with the training of the mind, and one of the most typical of these is Your Mind and How to Use It: A Manual of Practical Psychology, first published in 1911. \n\nSummary by Algy Pug<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/your-mind-and-how-to-use-it-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
william walker atkinson one prominent contributors literature new thought movement non denomination spiritual philosophy developed late nineteenth century although achieved eminence number professions atkinson never sought personal publicity many numerous works published variety pseudonyms p atkinson s works manuals practice rather pure expositions philosophy many books concerned training mind one typical mind use it manual practical psychology first published 1911 summary algy pug p |
| 7952 |
7884 |
8501 |
Preface to Politics |
Walter Lippmann |
Political Science |
This is the first book in the bibliography of Walter Lippmann, written three years after emerging from Harvard where he studied under the pragmatists Santayana and James. Although the work is a century old, the reader of today may still find in it, with its focus on practical human needs, a refreshing view towards the fundamental purpose (and persistent flaws) of politics, and indeed government itself, just as relevant and meaningful today as when it was written. (Summary by David Martin.)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-preface-to-politics-by-walter-lippmann/ |
first book bibliography walter lippmann written three years emerging harvard studied pragmatists santayana james although work century old reader today may still find it focus practical human needs refreshing view towards fundamental purpose and persistent flaws politics indeed government itself relevant meaningful today written summary david martin p |
| 7953 |
7885 |
8502 |
Around the Wicket Gate |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Other |
Millions of men are in the outlying regions, far off from God and peace; for these we pray, and to these we give warning. But just now we have to do with a smaller company, who are not far from the kingdom, but have come right up to the wicket gate which stands at the head of the way of life. One would think that they would hasten to enter, for a free and open invitation is placed over the entrance, the porter waits to welcome them, and there is but this one way to eternal life. He that is most loaded seems the most likely to pass in and begin the heavenward journey; but what ails the other men? </br> </br> He who does not take this step of faith, and so enter upon the road to heaven, will perish. It will be an awful ting to die just outside the gate of life. Almost saved, but altogether lost! A man just outside Noah's ark would be drowned; a manslayer just outside the wall of the city of refuge would be slain; and the man who is within a yard of Christ, and yet has not trusted hi, will be lost. Therefore am I in terrible earnest to get my hesitating friends over the threshold. <i>Come in! Come in!</i> is my pressing entreaty. May the Holy Spirit render it effectual with many who shall glance at these pages! May he cause his own almighty voice to be heard creating faith at once! <br/><br/>To God this book is commended; for without his grace nothing will come of all that is written.<p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-wicket-gate-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
millions men outlying regions far god peace pray give warning smaller company far kingdom come right wicket gate stands head way life one would think would hasten enter free open invitation placed entrance porter waits welcome them one way eternal life loaded seems likely pass begin heavenward journey ails men br br take step faith enter upon road heaven perish awful ting die outside gate life almost saved altogether lost man outside noah s ark would drowned manslayer outside wall city refuge would slain man within yard christ yet trusted hi lost therefore terrible earnest get hesitating friends threshold i come in come in i pressing entreaty may holy spirit render effectual many shall glance pages may cause almighty voice heard creating faith once br br to god book commended without grace nothing come written p |
| 7954 |
7886 |
8503 |
Über Matthissons Gedichte |
Friedrich Schiller |
Literary Criticism |
Wenn man unter Poesie überhaupt die Kunst versteht, „uns durch einen freien Effekt unserer produktiven Einbildungskraft in bestimmte Empfindungen zu versetzen“ (eine Erklärung, die sich neben den vielen, die über diesen Gegenstand im Kurs sind, auch noch wohl wird erhalten können), so ergeben sich daraus zweierlei Forderungen, denen kein Dichter, der diesen Namen verdienen will, sich entziehen kann. Er muss fürs erste unsre Einbildungskraft frei spielen und selbst handeln lassen und zweitens muss er nichts desto weniger seiner Wirkung gewiss sein und eine bestimmte Empfindung erregen. - (aus dem Text)<p> |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/ueber-matthissons-gedichte-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
wenn man unter poesie überhaupt die kunst versteht uns durch einen freien effekt unserer produktiven einbildungskraft bestimmte empfindungen zu versetzen eine erklärung die sich neben den vielen die über diesen gegenstand im kurs sind auch noch wohl wird erhalten können ergeben sich daraus zweierlei forderungen denen kein dichter der diesen namen verdienen will sich entziehen kann er muss fürs erste unsre einbildungskraft frei spielen und selbst handeln lassen und zweitens muss er nichts desto weniger seiner wirkung gewiss sein und eine bestimmte empfindung erregen aus dem text p |
| 7955 |
7888 |
8505 |
Kitten |
Joanna Baillie |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you seven readings of The Kitten by Joanna Baillee. This is the fortnightly poetry project for October 26, 2014.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-kitten-by-joanna-baillie/ |
librivox volunteers bring seven readings kitten joanna baillee fortnightly poetry project october 26 2014 p |
| 7956 |
7891 |
8508 |
Shadow-Line |
Joseph Conrad |
Literary Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Dedicated to the author's son who was wounded in World War 1, The Shadow-Line is a short novel based at sea by Joseph Conrad; it is one of his later works, being written from February to December 1915. It was first published in 1916 as a serial and in book form in 1917. The novella depicts the development of a young man upon taking a captaincy in the Orient, with the shadow line of the title representing the threshold of this development. The novella is notable for its dual narrative structure. The full, subtitled title of the novel is The Shadow-Line, A Confession, which immediately alerts the reader to the retrospective nature of the novella. The ironic constructions following from the conflict between the 'young' protagonist (who is never named) and the 'old' drive much of the underlying points of the novella, namely the nature of wisdom, experience and maturity. Conrad also extensively uses irony by comparison in the work, with characters such as Captain Giles and the ship's 'factotum' Ransome used to emphasise strengths and weaknesses of the protagonist. The novella has often been cited as a metaphor of the First World War, given its timing and references to a long struggle, the importance of camaraderie, etc. This viewpoint may also be reinforced by the knowledge that Conrad's elder son, Borys, was wounded in the First World War. Others however see the novel as having a strong supernatural influence, referring to various plot-lines in the novella such as the 'ghost' of the previous captain potentially cursing the ship, and the madness of first mate Mr Burns. Conrad himself, however, denied this link in his 'Author's Note' (1920), claiming that although critics had attempted to show this link, "The world of the living contains enough marvels and mysteries as it is." Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-line-by-joseph-conrad/ |
dedicated author s son wounded world war 1 shadow line short novel based sea joseph conrad one later works written february december 1915 first published 1916 serial book form 1917 novella depicts development young man upon taking captaincy orient shadow line title representing threshold development novella notable dual narrative structure full subtitled title novel shadow line confession immediately alerts reader retrospective nature novella ironic constructions following conflict young protagonist who never named old drive much underlying points novella namely nature wisdom experience maturity conrad also extensively uses irony comparison work characters captain giles ship s factotum ransome used emphasise strengths weaknesses protagonist novella often cited metaphor first world war given timing references long struggle importance camaraderie etc viewpoint may also reinforced knowledge conrad s elder son borys wounded first world war others however see novel strong supernatural influence referring various plot lines novella ghost previous captain potentially cursing ship madness first mate mr burns conrad himself however denied link author s note 1920 claiming although critics attempted show link the world living contains enough marvels mysteries is summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
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7892 |
8509 |
Gaucho Martín Fierro |
José Hernández |
Epics |
El Gaucho Martín Fierro es un poema narrativo argentino, escrito en verso por José Hernández en 1872, obra literaria considerada ejemplar del género gauchesco. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
Spanish |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/el-gaucho-martin-fierro-by-jose-hernandez/ |
el gaucho martín fierro es un poema narrativo argentino escrito en verso por josé hernández en 1872 obra literaria considerada ejemplar del género gauchesco summary wikipedia p |
| 7958 |
7893 |
8510 |
Perpetual Peace, A Philosophic Essay (Trueblood Translation) |
Immanuel Kant |
Political Science, Modern |
This essay, written in 1795, puts forth a plan for a lasting peace between nations and peoples. Kant puts forth necessary means to any peace, and argues that nations can be brought into federation with one another without loss of sovereignty. In one translation, telling of the historical impact of this essay, this federation is called a “league of nations.” The supplements and appendices are of considerable interest on their own. The supplements contain an argument regarding the use which nature makes of war, and the way in which nature, in the end, impels us towards peace. The appendices return to the question of whether his theory is mere theory, or whether it bears translation into practice. In this, he distinguishes between the moral politician and the political moralist, pointing out ways in which practical considerations conceal and excuse behavior that leads us towards discord and war. This essay continues to be relevant, and of great importance today, much to our shame. We hope still to find the perpetual peace which Kant argued as a obligatory goal, and we still have need of fear that we will, as Kant warned, “find perpetual peace only in the wide tomb which conceals all the horrible deeds of violence along with their perpetrators. - Summary by D.E. Wittkower<br/><br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/perpetual-peace-by-immanuel-kant-2/ |
essay written 1795 puts forth plan lasting peace nations peoples kant puts forth necessary means peace argues nations brought federation one another without loss sovereignty one translation telling historical impact essay federation called league nations supplements appendices considerable interest own supplements contain argument regarding use nature makes war way nature end impels us towards peace appendices return question whether theory mere theory whether bears translation practice this distinguishes moral politician political moralist pointing ways practical considerations conceal excuse behavior leads us towards discord war essay continues relevant great importance today much shame hope still find perpetual peace kant argued obligatory goal still need fear will kant warned find perpetual peace wide tomb conceals horrible deeds violence along perpetrators summary d e wittkower br br |
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7894 |
8511 |
Astounding Stories 07, July 1930 |
Arthur J. Burks |
Science Fiction |
Issue seven of this seminal science-fiction magazine - Summary by Annise</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-07-july-1930-by-sewell-peaslee-wright/ |
issue seven seminal science fiction magazine summary annise p |
| 7960 |
7895 |
8512 |
Junior Classics Volume 7: Stories of Courage and Heroism |
William Patten |
General |
The stories in this volume are true stories, and have been arranged in chronological order, an arrangement that will aid the reader to remember the times to which the stories relate.\n\nAlmost any encyclopedia can be consulted for general details of the life stories of the interesting people whose names crowd the volume except perhaps in the cases of Peter Williamson and John Tanner, "The True Story of a Kidnapped Boy," and "A White Boy Among the Indians." Peter Williamson was kidnapped in Glasgow, Scotland, when he was eight years old, was captured by the Cherokee Indians in 1745, and (though the story does not tell this) he returned to England and became a prominent citizen. He first made the British Government pay damages for his kidnapping, gave the first exhibition in England of Indian war dances, and was the first Englishman to publish a street directory. He was finally pensioned by the Government for his services in establishing a penny post.\n\nJohn Tanner, the son of a clergyman, was stolen by the Indians some years later. His mother died when he was very young, his father treated him harshly, and so when the Indians kidnapped him he made no effort to escape. John remained among them until he was an old man, and the story of his life, which he was obliged to dictate to others as he could neither read nor write, was first published about 1830. The stories of these boys are considered to be two of the most reliable early accounts we possess of life among the Indians. - Summary by the author<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-7-stories-of-courage-and-heroism-by-william-patten/ |
stories volume true stories arranged chronological order arrangement aid reader remember times stories relate almost encyclopedia consulted general details life stories interesting people whose names crowd volume except perhaps cases peter williamson john tanner the true story kidnapped boy a white boy among indians peter williamson kidnapped glasgow scotland eight years old captured cherokee indians 1745 though story tell this returned england became prominent citizen first made british government pay damages kidnapping gave first exhibition england indian war dances first englishman publish street directory finally pensioned government services establishing penny post john tanner son clergyman stolen indians years later mother died young father treated harshly indians kidnapped made effort escape john remained among old man story life obliged dictate others could neither read write first published 1830 stories boys considered two reliable early accounts possess life among indians summary author p |
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7896 |
8513 |
Card Trick |
John Berryman |
Science Fiction |
The Psi Lodge had their ways and means of applying pressure, when pressure was needed. But the peculiar talent this fellow showed was one that even they'd never heard of...! - Summary by John Berryman<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/card-trick-by-john-berryman/ |
psi lodge ways means applying pressure pressure needed peculiar talent fellow showed one even they d never heard of summary john berryman p |
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7897 |
8514 |
First Christmas Tree |
Henry van Dyke |
Christian Fiction |
This is a folk tale of how the first tree came into being. It tells of a hero Winfried with his young companion stepping boldly into the pagan right of the passing into winter. He preaches the gospel of Christ and His birth on that night; then from the heavens came a miracle that resulted in the salvation of the people. To celebrate, they brought new life or the Christmas tree into their homes. (Summary by Penny Ann)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-christmas-tree-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
folk tale first tree came being tells hero winfried young companion stepping boldly pagan right passing winter preaches gospel christ birth night heavens came miracle resulted salvation people celebrate brought new life christmas tree homes summary penny ann p |
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7898 |
8515 |
Picture Book Of Merry Tales |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Forty European folk tales. Caveats: 1. Some of these stories are not suitable for young children. 2. In two stories (10 and 25) appear the nineteenth century’s almost-reflexive Jew-stereotype and anti-Semitism. - Summary by david wales<p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/a-picture-book-of-merry-tales-by-anonymous/ |
forty european folk tales caveats 1 stories suitable young children 2 two stories 10 25 appear nineteenth century s almost reflexive jew stereotype anti semitism summary david wales p |
| 7964 |
7899 |
8516 |
Oh! Where do the Fairies Hide Their Heads |
Thomas Haynes Bayly |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 12 readings of Oh! Where Do the Fairies Hide Their heads by Thomas Haynes Bayly. <br><br><i>Oh! Where do the fairies hide their heads,<br>\nWhen snow lies on the hills,<br>\nWhen frost has spoiled their mossy beds,<br>\nAnd crystallized their Rills?<br>\nBeneath the moon they cannot trip<br>\nIn circles o’er the plain;<br>\nAnd draughts of dew they cannot sip,<br>\nTill green leaves come again.</i><br><br>This was the weekly poetry project for February 15, 2015.<br><br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/oh-where-do-the-fairies-hide-their-heads-by-thomas-haynes-bayly/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 readings oh fairies hide heads thomas haynes bayly br br i oh fairies hide heads br snow lies hills br frost spoiled mossy beds br crystallized rills br beneath moon cannot trip br circles o er plain br draughts dew cannot sip br till green leaves come again i br br this weekly poetry project february 15 2015 br br |
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7900 |
8518 |
Windsor Castle, Book 5 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Book 5 - Mabel Lyndwood. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 1</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/">Book 2</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 3</a> <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 4</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 6</a>\n<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
br book 5 mabel lyndwood focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 1 by william harrison ainsworth book 1 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 2 by william h ainsworth book 2 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 3 by william harrison ainsworth book 3 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 4 by william harrison ainsworth book 4 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 6 by william harrison ainsworth book 6 a br br |
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7901 |
8519 |
Old Year |
John Clare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countryside and his lamentation of its disruption. His biographer Jonathan Bate states that Clare was "the greatest labouring-class poet that England has ever produced. No one has ever written more powerfully of nature, of a rural childhood, and of the alienated and unstable self". (Summary from Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-year-by-john-clare/ |
john clare english poet son farm labourer came known celebratory representations english countryside lamentation disruption biographer jonathan bate states clare the greatest labouring class poet england ever produced one ever written powerfully nature rural childhood alienated unstable self summary wikipedia p |
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7902 |
8520 |
Romantic |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
As a simple story told, "The Romantic" is one of Sinclair’s tightest and most compelling. Charlotte Redhead, a young British secretary, finds herself in a degrading extra-marital affair with her boss. In reaction, she renounces Sex and links herself platonically to a handsome young Bohemian (John Conway) she meets by chance, tramping in the fields. Together, under a powerful romantic excitement, the two rush off to Belgium in the early weeks of World War I, having organized their own little volunteer ambulance corps. The romance of the adventure begins to break down when the various ambulance corps start to back-stab each other, each selfishly seeking to one-up the others for glory. The real crisis comes when the central characters begin to reveal the true human characters behind their romantic delusions, in the end turning the attention back to the genuine human suffering that was the real story of the hideous Great War. An indictment of the author’s own thrill-seeking past, as revealed in her "Journal of Impressions in Belgium," and showing some of the concerns of the so-called Lost Generation that included Hemingway and Dos Passos and Woolf, "The Romantic" weaves together a number of fascinating themes, re-interpreting with Sinclair’s inimitable frankness post-war attitudes about sex, war, patriotism, and even the new psychology. (Summary by Expatriate) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-romantic-by-may-sinclair/ |
simple story told the romantic one sinclair s tightest compelling charlotte redhead young british secretary finds degrading extra marital affair boss reaction renounces sex links platonically handsome young bohemian john conway meets chance tramping fields together powerful romantic excitement two rush belgium early weeks world war i organized little volunteer ambulance corps romance adventure begins break various ambulance corps start back stab other selfishly seeking one up others glory real crisis comes central characters begin reveal true human characters behind romantic delusions end turning attention back genuine human suffering real story hideous great war indictment author s thrill seeking past revealed journal impressions belgium showing concerns so called lost generation included hemingway dos passos woolf the romantic weaves together number fascinating themes re interpreting sinclair s inimitable frankness post war attitudes sex war patriotism even new psychology summary expatriate p |
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7903 |
8521 |
Gauss zum Gedächtnis |
Wolfgang Sartorius Freiherr von Waltershausen |
Biography & Autobiography |
Johann Carl Friedrich Gauß (* 30. April 1777 in Braunschweig, † 23. Februar 1855 in Göttingen) gilt als einer der bedeutendsten Mathematiker (Princeps mathematicorum). Er leistete wesentliche Beiträge auf vielen Gebieten, unter anderem der Zahlentheorie, Algebra, Geodäsie, Astronomie, Statistik, Analysis, nicht-euklidische Geometrie, Geophysik, Magnetismus, Elektrizität, Telegrafie und Elektrostatik. Sein magnum opus, Disquisitiones Arithmeticae, vollendete er 1798 im Alter von 21 Jahren. <p>\nDiesen Text veröffentlichte sein Freund, der Geologe und Naturforscher Waltershausen, kurz nach dem Tode von Gauß. - Summary by redaer <p> |
German |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/gauss-zum-gedaechtnis-by-wolfgang-sartorius-freiherr-von-waltershausen/ |
johann carl friedrich gauß 30 april 1777 braunschweig 23 februar 1855 göttingen gilt als einer der bedeutendsten mathematiker princeps mathematicorum er leistete wesentliche beiträge auf vielen gebieten unter anderem der zahlentheorie algebra geodäsie astronomie statistik analysis nicht euklidische geometrie geophysik magnetismus elektrizität telegrafie und elektrostatik sein magnum opus disquisitiones arithmeticae vollendete er 1798 im alter von 21 jahren p diesen text veröffentlichte sein freund der geologe und naturforscher waltershausen kurz nach dem tode von gauß summary redaer p |
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7904 |
8522 |
Practice of the Presence of God (version 2) |
Brother Lawrence |
Religion, Christianity - Other |
<p>Brother Lawrence was born Nicholas Herman around 1610 in Herimenil, Lorraine, a Duchy of France. His birth records were destroyed in a fire at his parish church during the Thirty Years War, a war in which he fought as a young soldier. It was also the war in which he sustained a near fatal injury to his sciatic nerve. The injury left him quite crippled and in chronic pain for the rest of his life.</p>\n\n<p>The details of his early life are few and sketchy. However, we know he was educated both at home and by his parish priest whose first name was Lawrence and who was greatly admired by the young Nicolas. He was well read and, from an early age, drawn to a spiritual life of faith and love for God.</p>\n\n<p>We also know that in the years between the abrupt end of his duties as a soldier and his entry into monastic life, he spent a period of time in the wilderness living like one of the early desert fathers. Also, prior to entering the monastery, and perhaps as preparation, he spent time as a civil servant. In his characteristic, self deprecating way, he mentions that he was a "footman who was clumsy and broke everything".</p>\n\n<p>At mid-life he entered a newly established monastery in Paris where he became the cook for the community which grew to over one hundred members. After fifteen years, his duties were shifted to the sandal repair shop but, even then, he often returned to the busy kitchen to help out.</p>\n\n<p>In times as troubled as today, Brother Lawrence, discovered, then followed, a pure and uncomplicated way to walk continually in God's presence. For some forty years, he lived and walked with Our Father at his side. Yet, through his own words, we learn that Brother Lawrence's first ten years were full of severe trials and challenges.</p>\n\n<p>A gentle man of joyful spirit, Brother Lawrence shunned attention and the limelight, knowing that outside distraction "spoils all". It was not until after his death that a few of his letters were collected. Joseph de Beaufort, representative and counsel to the local archbishop, first published the letters in a small pamphlet. The following year, in a second publication which he titled, 'The Practice of the Presence of God', de Beaufort included, as introductory material, the content of four conversations he had with Brother Lawrence.</p>\n\n<p>In this small book, through letters and conversations, Brother Lawrence simply and beautifully explains how to continually walk with God - not from the head but from the heart. Brother Lawrence left the gift of a way of life available to anyone who seeks to know God's peace and presence; that anyone, regardless of age or circumstance, can practice -anywhere, anytime. Brother Lawrence also left the gift of a direct approach to living in God's presence that is as practical today as it was three hundred years ago.</p>\n\n<p>Brother Lawrence died in 1691, having practiced God's presence for over forty years. His quiet death was much like his monastic life where each day and each hour was a new beginning and a fresh commitment to love God with all his heart. (preface and wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1670 |
https://librivox.org/the-practice-of-the-presence-of-god-by-brother-lawrence-2/ |
p brother lawrence born nicholas herman around 1610 herimenil lorraine duchy france birth records destroyed fire parish church thirty years war war fought young soldier also war sustained near fatal injury sciatic nerve injury left quite crippled chronic pain rest life p p the details early life sketchy however know educated home parish priest whose first name lawrence greatly admired young nicolas well read and early age drawn spiritual life faith love god p p we also know years abrupt end duties soldier entry monastic life spent period time wilderness living like one early desert fathers also prior entering monastery perhaps preparation spent time civil servant characteristic self deprecating way mentions footman clumsy broke everything p p at mid life entered newly established monastery paris became cook community grew one hundred members fifteen years duties shifted sandal repair shop but even then often returned busy kitchen help out p p in times troubled today brother lawrence discovered followed pure uncomplicated way walk continually god s presence forty years lived walked father side yet words learn brother lawrence s first ten years full severe trials challenges p p a gentle man joyful spirit brother lawrence shunned attention limelight knowing outside distraction spoils all death letters collected joseph de beaufort representative counsel local archbishop first published letters small pamphlet following year second publication titled the practice presence god de beaufort included introductory material content four conversations brother lawrence p p in small book letters conversations brother lawrence simply beautifully explains continually walk god head heart brother lawrence left gift way life available anyone seeks know god s peace presence anyone regardless age circumstance practice anywhere anytime brother lawrence also left gift direct approach living god s presence practical today three hundred years ago p p brother lawrence died 1691 practiced god s presence forty years quiet death much like monastic life day hour new beginning fresh commitment love god heart preface wikipedia p |
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7905 |
8523 |
Report On an Adjudged Case |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Cowper was an English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time, Cowper changed the direction of 18th century nature poetry by writing of everyday life and scenes of the English countryside. (summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/report-on-an-adjudged-case-by-william-cowper/ |
william cowper english poet hymnodist one popular poets time cowper changed direction 18th century nature poetry writing everyday life scenes english countryside summary wikipedia p |
| 7971 |
7908 |
8526 |
David Wark Griffith: A Brief Sketch of His Career |
Robert Edgar Long |
Biography & Autobiography |
An authorized biography of D.W. Griffith, the self-proclaimed "Father of Filmmaking." Written in collaboration with the director, Robert Edgar Long's biographical sketch traces Griffith's early life, his career as an actor and stage director, his rise as one of Biograph's most acclaimed and innovative filmmakers, and the making of his revolutionary (and controversial) full-length films: [i]The Birth of a Nation, Intolerance, Broken Blossoms,[/i] and other cinema classics. Summary by ChuckW.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/david-wark-griffith-a-brief-sketch-of-his-career-by-robert-edgar-long/ |
authorized biography d w griffith self proclaimed father filmmaking written collaboration director robert edgar long s biographical sketch traces griffith s early life career actor stage director rise one biograph s acclaimed innovative filmmakers making revolutionary and controversial full length films i the birth nation intolerance broken blossoms i cinema classics summary chuckw p |
| 7972 |
7909 |
8527 |
Devil's Paw |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
A beautiful, intelligent young woman – is she a traitorous spy or a patriot? An aristocratic soldier permanently injured during the war – is he a patriot or is there more to him than meets the eye? A clandestine meeting on a beach – espionage or peace movement? (Summary by Tom Weiss) <p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-devils-paw-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
beautiful intelligent young woman traitorous spy patriot aristocratic soldier permanently injured war patriot meets eye clandestine meeting beach espionage peace movement summary tom weiss p |
| 7973 |
7910 |
8528 |
Borough Treasurer |
J. S. Fletcher |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Messrs. Mallalieu and Cotherstone were outsiders who had built a prosperous business in Highmarket and even been elected as Mayor and Treasurer of the borough. But when an ex-detective moves to town, 30 years of respectability is suddenly threatened by revelations from the past. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-borough-treasurer-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
messrs mallalieu cotherstone outsiders built prosperous business highmarket even elected mayor treasurer borough ex detective moves town 30 years respectability suddenly threatened revelations past summary maryann p |
| 7974 |
7911 |
8529 |
Murders in the Rue Morgue (version 2) |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Detective Fiction |
"The Murders in the Rue Morgue" is a story by Edgar Allan Poe published in Graham's Magazine in 1841. It has been recognized as the first detective story; Poe referred to it as one of his "tales of ratiocination".\nC. Auguste Dupin is a man in Paris who solves the mystery of the brutal murder of two women. Numerous witnesses heard a suspect, though no one agrees on what language was spoken. At the murder scene, Dupin finds a hair that does not appear to be human.\nWriting the first true detective in fiction, Poe's Dupin originated many literary conventions which would be used in future fictional detectives including Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot. Many later characters, for example, follow Poe's model of the brilliant detective, his personal friend who serves as narrator, and the final revelation being presented before the reasoning that leads up to it. Dupin himself reappears in "The Mystery of Marie Rogêt" and "The Purloined Letter". (summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-murders-in-the-rue-morgue-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
the murders rue morgue story edgar allan poe published graham s magazine 1841 recognized first detective story poe referred one tales ratiocination c auguste dupin man paris solves mystery brutal murder two women numerous witnesses heard suspect though one agrees language spoken murder scene dupin finds hair appear human writing first true detective fiction poe s dupin originated many literary conventions would used future fictional detectives including sherlock holmes hercule poirot many later characters example follow poe s model brilliant detective personal friend serves narrator final revelation presented reasoning leads it dupin reappears the mystery marie rogêt the purloined letter summary wikipedia p |
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7912 |
8530 |
Puck of Pook's Hill (version 2) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
'Puck of Pook's Hill' is a fantasy book by Rudyard Kipling, published in 1906, containing a series of short stories set in different periods of English history. It can count both as historical fantasy – since some of the stories told of the past have clear magical elements, and as contemporary fantasy – since it depicts a magical being active and practising his magic in the England of the early 1900s when the book was written.<br /><br />The stories are all narrated to two children living near Burwash, in the area of Kipling's own house Bateman's, by people magically plucked out of history by the elf Puck, or told by Puck himself. (Puck, who refers to himself as "the oldest Old Thing in England", is better known as a character in William Shakespeare's play A Midsummer Night's Dream.) The genres of particular stories range from authentic historical novella (A Centurion of the Thirtieth, On the Great Wall) to children's fantasy (Dymchurch Flit). Each story is bracketed by a poem which relates in some manner to the theme or subject of the story. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/puck-of-pooks-hill-version-2-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
puck pook s hill fantasy book rudyard kipling published 1906 containing series short stories set different periods english history count historical fantasy since stories told past clear magical elements contemporary fantasy since depicts magical active practising magic england early 1900s book written br br the stories narrated two children living near burwash area kipling s house bateman s people magically plucked history elf puck told puck himself puck refers the oldest old thing england better known character william shakespeare s play midsummer night s dream genres particular stories range authentic historical novella a centurion thirtieth great wall children s fantasy dymchurch flit story bracketed poem relates manner theme subject story summary wikipedia p |
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7913 |
8531 |
Last Entry |
William Clark Russell |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is a sea-faring novel set in 1837. A wealthy former seaman from London and his daughter, who is engaged to be married, set sail on his newly restored schooner, headed for the equator for the purpose of restoring his health. Also aboard are a captain and crew. Soon, distractions, diversions, discontent and much more occur. William Clark Russell (1844–1911) was an English writer best known for his nautical novels. ~ Lee Smalley<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-entry-by-william-clark-russell/ |
sea faring novel set 1837 wealthy former seaman london daughter engaged married set sail newly restored schooner headed equator purpose restoring health also aboard captain crew soon distractions diversions discontent much occur william clark russell 1844 1911 english writer best known nautical novels lee smalley p |
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7914 |
8532 |
Sleeping Fires |
Gertrude Atherton |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
The story of a love so strong that neither the rigid rules of Society in California in the 1800s nor the very bowels of hell could keep a young woman from the love she had found. A story rich in fashion ad feminism showing how determination and love could overcome all obstacles. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/sleeping-fires-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
story love strong neither rigid rules society california 1800s bowels hell could keep young woman love found story rich fashion ad feminism showing determination love could overcome obstacles summary sharon kilmer p |
| 7978 |
8058 |
8677 |
Revolution and Counter-Revolution, or: Germany in 1848 |
Friedrich Engels |
Essays & Short Works, Modern (19th C) |
Revolution and Counter-Revolution is an account of what happened in Prussia, Austria and other German states during 1848, describing the impact on both middle-class and working-class aspirations and on the idea of German unification. Events in Austria and Prussia are discussed, along with the role of the Poles and Czechs and Panslavism, which Engels was against. (Summary by Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/revolution-and-counter-revolution-or-germany-in-1848-by-friedrich-engels/ |
revolution counter revolution account happened prussia austria german states 1848 describing impact middle class working class aspirations idea german unification events austria prussia discussed along role poles czechs panslavism engels against summary wikipedia p |
| 7979 |
7915 |
8533 |
Glories of Mary |
Saint Alphonsus Liguori |
Christianity - Other |
The Glories of Mary is a classic book in the field of Roman Catholic Mariology, written during the 18th century by Saint Alphonsus Liguori, a Doctor of the Church.\nThe book was written at a time when some Jansenists (which were declared heretical by the Pope) were criticizing Marian devotions, and was written in part as a defense of Marian devotion. The book combines numerous citations in favor of devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary from the Church Fathers and the Doctors of the Church with Saint Alphonsus' own personal views on Marian veneration and includes a number of Marian prayers and practices. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-glories-of-mary-by-saint-alphonsus-liguori/ |
glories mary classic book field roman catholic mariology written 18th century saint alphonsus liguori doctor church book written time jansenists which declared heretical pope criticizing marian devotions written part defense marian devotion book combines numerous citations favor devotion blessed virgin mary church fathers doctors church saint alphonsus personal views marian veneration includes number marian prayers practices summary wikipedia p |
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7916 |
8534 |
Kalevala, The Land of the Heroes (Kirby translation) |
Elias Lönnrot |
Sagas |
The Kalevala is a 19th-century work of epic poetry compiled by Elias Lönnrot from Karelian and Finnish oral folklore and mythology. It is regarded as the national epic of Karelia and Finland and is one of the most significant works of Finnish literature. The Kalevala played an instrumental role in the development of the Finnish national identity, the intensification of Finland's language strife and the growing sense of nationality that ultimately led to Finland's independence from Russia in 1917. The first version of The Kalevala (called The Old Kalevala) was published in 1835. The version most commonly known today was first published in 1849 and consists of 22,795 verses, divided into fifty songs. The title can be interpreted as "The Land of Kaleva" or "Kalevia." If the rhythm of the poetry sounds familiar to American readers, it is probably because Henry Wadsworth Longfellow borrowed its trochaic tetrameter form for his famous "Song of Hiawatha." Of the five complete translations of the Kalevala into English, it is only the older translations by John Martin Crawford (1888) and William Forsell Kirby (1907) which attempt strictly to follow the original rhythm (Kalevala meter) of the poems. Modern writers influenced by the Kalevala include J. R. R. Tolkien, whose epic "Lord of the Rings" trilogy make use of both style and content from the Finnish work. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited and supplemented by Expatriate)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/kalevala-the-land-of-the-heroes-kirby-translation-by-elias-loennrot/ |
kalevala 19th century work epic poetry compiled elias lönnrot karelian finnish oral folklore mythology regarded national epic karelia finland one significant works finnish literature kalevala played instrumental role development finnish national identity intensification finland s language strife growing sense nationality ultimately led finland s independence russia 1917 first version kalevala called old kalevala published 1835 version commonly known today first published 1849 consists 22 795 verses divided fifty songs title interpreted the land kaleva kalevia rhythm poetry sounds familiar american readers probably henry wadsworth longfellow borrowed trochaic tetrameter form famous song hiawatha five complete translations kalevala english older translations john martin crawford 1888 william forsell kirby 1907 attempt strictly follow original rhythm kalevala meter poems modern writers influenced kalevala include j r r tolkien whose epic lord rings trilogy make use style content finnish work summary wikipedia edited supplemented expatriate p |
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7917 |
8535 |
Celtic Twilight |
William Butler Yeats |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
I have desired, like every artist, to create a little world out of the beautiful, pleasant, and significant things of this marred and clumsy world, and to show in a vision something of the face of Ireland to any of my own people who would look where I bid them. I have therefore written down accurately and candidly much that I have heard and seen, and, except by way of commentary, nothing that I have merely imagined.<br><br>Many of the tales in this book were told me by one Paddy Flynn, a little bright-eyed old man, who lived in a leaky and one-roomed cabin in the village of Ballisodare. He was a great teller of tales, and unlike our common romancers, knew how to empty heaven, hell, and purgatory, faeryland and earth, to people his stories. He did not live in a shrunken world, but knew of no less ample circumstance than did Homer himself. Perhaps the Gaelic people shall by his like bring back again the ancient simplicity and amplitude of imagination.<br><br>Let us go forth, the tellers of tales, and seize whatever prey the heart long for, and have no fear. Everything exists, everything is true, and the earth is only a little dust under our feet. (W. B. Yeats)</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-celtic-twilight-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
desired like every artist create little world beautiful pleasant significant things marred clumsy world show vision something face ireland people would look bid them therefore written accurately candidly much heard seen and except way commentary nothing merely imagined br br many tales book told one paddy flynn little bright eyed old man lived leaky one roomed cabin village ballisodare great teller tales unlike common romancers knew empty heaven hell purgatory faeryland earth people stories live shrunken world knew less ample circumstance homer himself perhaps gaelic people shall like bring back ancient simplicity amplitude imagination br br let us go forth tellers tales seize whatever prey heart long for fear everything exists everything true earth little dust feet w b yeats p |
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7918 |
8536 |
New Life (La vita nuova) |
Dante Alighieri |
Romance, Single author, Lyric |
One of Dante's earliest works, La vita nuova or La vita nova (The New Life) is in a prosimetrum style, a combination of prose and verse, and tells the story of his youthful love for Beatrice. The prose creates the illusion of narrative continuity between the poems; it is Dante's way of reconstructing himself and his art in terms of his evolving sense of the limitations of courtly love (the system of ritualized love and art that Dante and his poet-friends inherited from the Provençal poets, the Sicilian poets of the court of Frederick II, and the Tuscan poets before them). Sometime in his twenties, Dante decided to try to write love poetry that was less centered on the self and more aimed at love as such: he intended to elevate courtly love poetry, many of its tropes and its language, into sacred love poetry. Beatrice for Dante was the embodiment of this kind of love—transparent to the Absolute, inspiring the integration of desire aroused by beauty with the longing of the soul for divine splendor. - Summary by adapted from Wikipedia by Mary J<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-life-la-vita-nuova-by-dante-alighieri/ |
one dante s earliest works la vita nuova la vita nova the new life prosimetrum style combination prose verse tells story youthful love beatrice prose creates illusion narrative continuity poems dante s way reconstructing art terms evolving sense limitations courtly love the system ritualized love art dante poet friends inherited provençal poets sicilian poets court frederick ii tuscan poets them sometime twenties dante decided try write love poetry less centered self aimed love such intended elevate courtly love poetry many tropes language sacred love poetry beatrice dante embodiment kind love transparent absolute inspiring integration desire aroused beauty longing soul divine splendor summary adapted wikipedia mary j p |
| 7983 |
7919 |
8537 |
Persians |
Aeschylus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Tragedy |
This is one of the few Greek tragedies that deals with historical events rather than mythological ones. The elders of the Persian court await new of the outcome of the Battle of Salamis, and mourn when they find that their king, Xerxes, has lost to the Greeks. - Summary by Libby Gohn<p> <p>\n\n<strong>Cast List</strong>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br>\nChorus of Persian Elders: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8938">Tara Flynn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>\nAtossa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nA Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nThe Ghost of Darius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nXerxes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-persians-by-aeschylus/ |
one greek tragedies deals historical events rather mythological ones elders persian court await new outcome battle salamis mourn find king xerxes lost greeks summary libby gohn p p strong cast list strong narrator a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br chorus persian elders a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a a href https librivox org reader 8938 tara flynn a a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br atossa a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br ghost darius a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br xerxes a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 7984 |
10015 |
10653 |
Teddy Bears |
Adah Louise Sutton |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Set in the early 1900's, this is a delightful story of a tribe of Teddy Bears arrival in the department store and the adventures some of them have when they are brought into a family's home. - Summary by Linda Andrus</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/teddy-bears-by-adah-louise-sutton/ |
set early 1900 s delightful story tribe teddy bears arrival department store adventures brought family s home summary linda andrus p |
| 7985 |
7920 |
8538 |
Geheimnis der alten Mamsell |
Eugenie Marlitt |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Als die Ehefrau des Zauberkünstlers Orlowsky bei einem tragischen Unfall stirbt, wird ihre vierjährige Tochter Felicitas von der großbürgerlichen Familie Hellwig aufgenommen, sehr gegen den Willen von Frau Hellwig, denn "das Spielerskind" ist in ihren Augen ein sündiges Geschöpf, dem sich noch nicht einmal der liebe Gott erbarmen kann. Als Kommerzienrat Hellwig stirbt, ist Fee der herzlosen Frau und deren bigotten Ansichten ausgeliefert. Von nun an wird sie wie ein Dienstmädchen behandelt und unter dem Vorwand einer streng christlichen Erziehung wird ihr Bildung und persönliche Entwicklung verwehrt. Nur bei der alten Mamsell, einer Verwandten der Familie, die abgeschieden im Dachgeschoss lebt, findet Fee Verständnis und Zuneigung. Ein Geheimnis umgibt die gütige, gebildete Frau, das im Lauf der Geschichte gelüftet wird. Auch die Liebe spielt eine Rolle. Sie taucht ungebeten da auf, wo man sie gar nicht suchen würde.\n<br></br>\nDie Bücher von Eugenie Marlitt sind Unterhaltungsromane auf handwerklich und sprachlich hohem Niveau. Die Autorin hält in ihrem 1867 erschienen Roman einer bigotten, selbstgefälligen "besseren Gesellschaft" den Spiegel vor und kritisiert soziale und politische Missstände der Zeit. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/das-geheimnis-der-alten-mamsell-by-eugenie-marlitt/ |
als die ehefrau des zauberkünstlers orlowsky bei einem tragischen unfall stirbt wird ihre vierjährige tochter felicitas von der großbürgerlichen familie hellwig aufgenommen sehr gegen den willen von frau hellwig denn das spielerskind ist ihren augen ein sündiges geschöpf dem sich noch nicht einmal der liebe gott erbarmen kann als kommerzienrat hellwig stirbt ist fee der herzlosen frau und deren bigotten ansichten ausgeliefert von nun wird sie wie ein dienstmädchen behandelt und unter dem vorwand einer streng christlichen erziehung wird ihr bildung und persönliche entwicklung verwehrt nur bei der alten mamsell einer verwandten der familie die abgeschieden im dachgeschoss lebt findet fee verständnis und zuneigung ein geheimnis umgibt die gütige gebildete frau das im lauf der geschichte gelüftet wird auch die liebe spielt eine rolle sie taucht ungebeten da auf wo man sie gar nicht suchen würde br br die bücher von eugenie marlitt sind unterhaltungsromane auf handwerklich und sprachlich hohem niveau die autorin hält ihrem 1867 erschienen roman einer bigotten selbstgefälligen besseren gesellschaft den spiegel vor und kritisiert soziale und politische missstände der zeit zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 7986 |
7921 |
8539 |
Salammbo |
Gustave Flaubert |
Historical Fiction |
Roman historique situé au 3ème siècle avant JC. La trame du récit raconte la guerre qui oppose Carthage aux mercenaires qu'elle avait employé lors de la première Guerre Punique, et qui se rebellent car Carthage tarde à leur payer leur solde.Le roman met en scène Salammbo, fille fictive du général Hamilcar ainsi que l'amour que lui portent deux chefs mercenaires. Ce roman se caractérise par la richesse de ses descriptions et il s'en dégage une atmosphère poétique toute particulière. Flaubert, ici, rejoint la veine des Trois Contes où il donne libre cours à son imagination romantique. Le roman connut un vif succès dès sa parution en 1862 malgré quelques critiques négatives, mais avec les encouragements de Victor Hugo et d'Hector Berlioz. A noter que certains, aujourd'hui, estiment que ce roman mythique et violent serait l'ancêtre de l'heroic Fantasy : il a notamment inspiré Philippe Druillet qui en a fait une bande dessinée, et un jeu video inspirée du roman est sorti en 2003. - Summary by Babylon5<p> |
French |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/salammbo-by-gustave-flaubert-2/ |
roman historique situé au 3ème siècle avant jc la trame du récit raconte la guerre qui oppose carthage aux mercenaires qu elle avait employé lors de la première guerre punique et qui se rebellent car carthage tarde à leur payer leur solde le roman met en scène salammbo fille fictive du général hamilcar ainsi que l amour que lui portent deux chefs mercenaires ce roman se caractérise par la richesse de ses descriptions et il s en dégage une atmosphère poétique toute particulière flaubert ici rejoint la veine des trois contes où il donne libre cours à son imagination romantique le roman connut un vif succès dès sa parution en 1862 malgré quelques critiques négatives mais avec les encouragements de victor hugo et d hector berlioz noter que certains aujourd hui estiment que ce roman mythique et violent serait l ancêtre de l heroic fantasy il notamment inspiré philippe druillet qui en fait une bande dessinée et un jeu video inspirée du roman est sorti en 2003 summary babylon5 p |
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7922 |
8540 |
Charmides |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Charmides (Χαρμίδης) discusses the virtue of temperance. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/charmides-by-plato/ |
charmides χαρμίδης discusses virtue temperance summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 7988 |
7923 |
8541 |
Atlantic Narratives: Modern Short Stories; Second Series |
Various |
Anthologies |
This book is composed of 24 short stories, published in 1918 by the Atlantic Monthly Press, and is the second collection of "modern short stories" edited by Charles Swain Thomas. They appeared in the Atlantic monthly magazine around the turn of the century and are written by various authors as follows: Mary Antin, Elizabeth Ashe, Kathleen Carman, Cornelia A. P. Comer, Mazo De La Roche, Annie Hamilton Donnell, James Edmund Dunning, Rebecca Hooper Eastman, William Addleman Ganoe, Lucy Huffaker, Joseph Husband, S. H. Kemper, Christina Krysto, Ellen Mackubin, Edith Ronald Mirrielees, Margaret Prescott Montague, E. Morlae, Meredith Nicholson, Kathleen Norris, Laura Spencer Portor, Lucy Pratt, Elsie Singmaster, Charles Haskins Townsend, Edith Wyatt. This audio compilation begins with the stories themselves, each Section followed by the editor's Biographical and Interperative Notes. Some of these stories are happy, some are sad, some might be downright tragic, but hopefully they will leave you thinking about life a little bit differently. (Summary by Arie)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/atlantic-narratives-modern-short-stories-second-series-by-various/ |
book composed 24 short stories published 1918 atlantic monthly press second collection modern short stories edited charles swain thomas appeared atlantic monthly magazine around turn century written various authors follows mary antin elizabeth ashe kathleen carman cornelia a p comer mazo de la roche annie hamilton donnell james edmund dunning rebecca hooper eastman william addleman ganoe lucy huffaker joseph husband s h kemper christina krysto ellen mackubin edith ronald mirrielees margaret prescott montague e morlae meredith nicholson kathleen norris laura spencer portor lucy pratt elsie singmaster charles haskins townsend edith wyatt audio compilation begins stories themselves section followed editor s biographical interperative notes stories happy sad might downright tragic hopefully leave thinking life little bit differently summary arie p |
| 7989 |
7924 |
8542 |
Winter Evening |
Archibald Lampman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Archibald Lampman was a Canadian poet. "He has been described as 'the Canadian Keats;' and he is perhaps the most outstanding exponent of the Canadian school of nature poets." The Canadian Encyclopedia says that he is "generally considered the finest of Canada's late 19th-century poets in English."\nLampman is classed as one of Canada's Confederation Poets, a group which also includes Charles G.D. Roberts, Bliss Carman, and Duncan Campbell Scott.\n(Summary by Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/winter-evening-by-archibald-lampman/ |
archibald lampman canadian poet he described the canadian keats perhaps outstanding exponent canadian school nature poets canadian encyclopedia says generally considered finest canada s late 19th century poets english lampman classed one canada s confederation poets group also includes charles g d roberts bliss carman duncan campbell scott summary wikipedia p |
| 7990 |
7925 |
8543 |
American Crisis aka "The Crisis" |
Thomas Paine |
*Non-fiction |
<br />A 13 pamphlet series by 18th century Enlightenment philosopher/author Thomas Paine, published between 1776 to 1783 during and immediately following the American Revolution, gathered into one volume in 1882 by Moncure D. Conway. Each essay, plus 2 inserts, bolstered the morale of the American colonists to fight hard for their independence, appealed to the English to support the colonist's cause, clarified the issues at stake, and denounced any type of negotiated peace. Replete with quotable quotes, the first pamphlet, Crisis I, begins with the now-familiar words "THESE are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman." Paine, an Englishman living in the colonies, signed his pamphlets anonymously as "Common Sense." ( Michele Fry)<br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-crisis-aka-the-crisis-by-thomas-paine/ |
br a 13 pamphlet series 18th century enlightenment philosopher author thomas paine published 1776 1783 immediately following american revolution gathered one volume 1882 moncure d conway essay plus 2 inserts bolstered morale american colonists fight hard independence appealed english support colonist s cause clarified issues stake denounced type negotiated peace replete quotable quotes first pamphlet crisis i begins now familiar words these times try men s souls summer soldier sunshine patriot will crisis shrink service country stands now deserves love thanks man woman paine englishman living colonies signed pamphlets anonymously common sense michele fry br |
| 7991 |
7932 |
8550 |
Aprendiz de Conspirador |
Pío Baroja |
Historical Fiction |
El aprendiz de conspirador empieza presentándonos la figura de Pello Leguía, imaginario pariente de Baroja, criatura hecha a imagen y semejanza del escritor, y al que su autor atribuye la función de transcribir los cuadernos de las Memorias de un hombre de acción, alguien cuya manera de ser le lleva a: «andar y andar tierras, divisar nuevos horizontes, cambiar de paisajes, comer aquí, dormir allá..., no volver nunca mirada atrás». Aparece también Aviraneta, y tendremos noticias de su niñez y primera juventud en Madrid, Pamplona y Guipúzcoa.</p>\nEn este relato el autor explica cómo han llegado a sus manos los cuadernos de don Pello de Leguía y Gaztelumendi, que constituyen precisamente el texto de las Memorias de un hombre de acción; Explica igualmente por qué al final se ha decidido a dar esos cuadernos a la imprenta y cómo, cuando el editor tuerce el gesto al ver el nombre de Leguía, determina aparecer él mismo como autor, aunque, para que no le remuerda del todo la conciencia, añade al texto algunas disgresiones. - Summary by http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2440739.El_aprendiz_ </p> |
Spanish |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/el-aprendiz-de-conspirador-by-pio-baroja/ |
el aprendiz de conspirador empieza presentándonos la figura de pello leguía imaginario pariente de baroja criatura hecha imagen semejanza del escritor al que su autor atribuye la función de transcribir los cuadernos de las memorias de un hombre de acción alguien cuya manera de ser le lleva a andar andar tierras divisar nuevos horizontes cambiar de paisajes comer aquí dormir allá volver nunca mirada atrás aparece también aviraneta tendremos noticias de su niñez primera juventud en madrid pamplona guipúzcoa p en este relato el autor explica cómo han llegado sus manos los cuadernos de pello de leguía gaztelumendi que constituyen precisamente el texto de las memorias de un hombre de acción explica igualmente por qué al final se ha decidido dar esos cuadernos la imprenta cómo cuando el editor tuerce el gesto al ver el nombre de leguía determina aparecer él mismo como autor aunque para que le remuerda del todo la conciencia añade al texto algunas disgresiones summary http www goodreads com book show 2440739 el_aprendiz_ p |
| 7992 |
7926 |
8544 |
Fidessa |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Romance, Sagas |
Couperus, van wien wij sedert zijn onvergelijkelijke Psyché niets mochten hooren, is weer aan het vertellen gegaan, zooals slechts hij onder onze Nederlandsche prozaschrijvers dat kan.\nEn hij vertelt ons thans van Fidessa, de nimf die zweefde en zong en speelde met hare zusteren op de vochtige weide, tokkelend de maanlichtsnaren en die eerst op den Eenhoorn, het edele dier met het sneeuwblanke lijf, wordt meegevoerd door het donkere bosch waar de inktschaduwen van de takken druipen en dan op de heide neergeworpen, door een geharnast ridder, Sans-Joye, wordt opgenomen op zijn paard en gereden naar zijn versterkt kasteel in de stad. - Summary by R.P.J. Tutein Nolthenius, ‘Bibliographie.’ In: De Gids.</p> |
Dutch |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/fidessa-by-louis-couperus/ |
couperus van wien wij sedert zijn onvergelijkelijke psyché niets mochten hooren weer aan het vertellen gegaan zooals slechts hij onder onze nederlandsche prozaschrijvers dat kan en hij vertelt ons thans van fidessa de nimf die zweefde en zong en speelde met hare zusteren op de vochtige weide tokkelend de maanlichtsnaren en die eerst op den eenhoorn het edele dier met het sneeuwblanke lijf wordt meegevoerd door het donkere bosch waar de inktschaduwen van de takken druipen en dan op de heide neergeworpen door een geharnast ridder sans joye wordt opgenomen op zijn paard en gereden naar zijn versterkt kasteel de stad summary r p j tutein nolthenius bibliographie in de gids p |
| 7993 |
7927 |
8545 |
Game and the Candle |
Eleanor M. Ingram |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
Faced with inherited debts, an estate to maintain, and no money to pay for either, brothers John and Robert Allard have a difficult decision to make. How much of their integrity are they willing to compromise in order to save their aunt and cousin from a life of poverty and to preserve "all that they call life"? Two young men with a classical education, no trade, and no outstanding talents have little chance to make the fortune they need while staying on the right side of the law. Especially as they only have six months..... ( Summary by Arlene Stebbins)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-game-and-the-candle-by-eleanor-m-ingram/ |
faced inherited debts estate maintain money pay either brothers john robert allard difficult decision make much integrity willing compromise order save aunt cousin life poverty preserve all call life two young men classical education trade outstanding talents little chance make fortune need staying right side law especially six months summary arlene stebbins p |
| 7994 |
7928 |
8546 |
Exiles |
James Joyce |
Plays, Drama |
Exiles is a play by James Joyce, who is principally remembered for his novels. It was rejected by W. B. Yeats for production by the Abbey Theatre. Its first major London performance was in 1970, when Harold Pinter directed it at the Mermaid Theatre. The basic premise of Exiles involves a love triangle between Richard Rowan (a Dublin writer recently returned from exile in Rome), Bertha (his common law wife) and his old friend Robert Hand (a journalist). (There are obvious parallels to be drawn with Joyce's own life – Joyce and Nora Barnacle lived, unmarried, in Trieste, during the years the fictional Rowans were living in Rome, while Robert Hand is roughly the same age of Joyce's friends Oliver St. John Gogarty and Vincent Cosgrave, and shares some characteristics with them both.) This arrangement is slightly complicated by a second love triangle, involving Rowan, Hand, and Hand's cousin Beatrice Justice. - Summary by Wikipedia\n\nRichard Rowan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Bertha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Archie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Robert Hand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Beatrice Justice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Brigid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J. Stevens</a><br>A Fishwoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\n\n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/exiles-by-james-joyce/ |
exiles play james joyce principally remembered novels rejected w b yeats production abbey theatre first major london performance 1970 harold pinter directed mermaid theatre basic premise exiles involves love triangle richard rowan a dublin writer recently returned exile rome bertha his common law wife old friend robert hand a journalist there obvious parallels drawn joyce s life joyce nora barnacle lived unmarried trieste years fictional rowans living rome robert hand roughly age joyce s friends oliver st john gogarty vincent cosgrave shares characteristics both arrangement slightly complicated second love triangle involving rowan hand hand s cousin beatrice justice summary wikipedia richard rowan a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br bertha a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br archie a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br robert hand a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br beatrice justice a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br brigid a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br a fishwoman a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br |
| 7995 |
7929 |
8547 |
Songs of the Road |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Single author |
Although best known for the creation of the detective Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Conan Doyle did not only write works of mystery and of advenure - he was also a rather successful poet. This is a collection of poems written by the famous author. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-the-road-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
although best known creation detective sherlock holmes arthur conan doyle write works mystery advenure also rather successful poet collection poems written famous author summary carolin p |
| 7996 |
7930 |
8548 |
Sermons on Several Occasions, Second Series |
John Wesley |
Literary Collections, Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
John Wesley, along with his brother Charles, are credited with founding the Methodist denomination. "The following Sermons contain the substance of what I have been preaching for between eight and nine years last past. Every serious man who peruses these, will therefore see, in the clearest manner, what these doctrines are which I embrace and teach as the essentials of true religion." This second series contains sermons concerning important Christian doctrines and practices. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/sermons-on-several-occasions-second-series-by-john-wesley/ |
john wesley along brother charles credited founding methodist denomination the following sermons contain substance preaching eight nine years last past every serious man peruses these therefore see clearest manner doctrines embrace teach essentials true religion second series contains sermons concerning important christian doctrines practices summary triciag p |
| 7997 |
7931 |
8549 |
Buddhist Catechism |
H. S. Olcott |
Other religions |
The simple aim of this little book is to give so succinct and yet comprehensive a digest of Buddhistic history, ethics and philosophy as to enable beginners to understand and appreciate the noble ideal taught by the Buddha, and thus make it easier for them to follow out the Dharma in its details. In this book, information is presented in a catechism format: question and answer. The matter has been grouped within five categories, viz.: (1) The Life of the Buddha; (2) the Doctrine; (3) the Sangha, or monastic order; (4) a brief history of Buddhism, its Councils and propaganda; (5) some reconciliation of Buddhism with science. and there is a most enlightening appendix which give 14 fundamental Buddhist beliefs that were universally accepted at the time. - Summary by Phil Chenevert<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-buddhist-catechism-by-h-s-olcott/ |
simple aim little book give succinct yet comprehensive digest buddhistic history ethics philosophy enable beginners understand appreciate noble ideal taught buddha thus make easier follow dharma details book information presented catechism format question answer matter grouped within five categories viz 1 life buddha 2 doctrine 3 sangha monastic order 4 brief history buddhism councils propaganda 5 reconciliation buddhism science enlightening appendix give 14 fundamental buddhist beliefs universally accepted time summary phil chenevert p |
| 7998 |
7933 |
8551 |
Danger! and Other Stories |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Single Author Collections |
This is a volume of short stories by the famous Arthur Conan Doyle. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/danger-and-other-stories-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
volume short stories famous arthur conan doyle summary carolin p |
| 7999 |
10030 |
10669 |
On the Late Massacre in the Piedmont |
John Milton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
On the Late Massacre in the Piedmont was written by John Milton in 1655. It was the weekly poem for the week of Feb 21-Feb 28, 2016. - Summary by EstherbenSimonides</p> |
English |
1655 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-late-massacre-in-the-piedmont-by-john-milton/ |
late massacre piedmont written john milton 1655 weekly poem week feb 21 feb 28 2016 summary estherbensimonides p |
| 8000 |
7934 |
8552 |
Jacob's Room (version 2) |
Virginia Woolf |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Virginia Woolf’s third novel lacks a conventional narrative style and some say even a plot. It follows Jacob from his childhood, through his education at Cambridge and finally to his death in World War I. The prose repeatedly shifts its point of view and the reader is challenged to find connections between the narrative fragments. Largely from the comments of others we come to know the sequence and some moments of Jacob’s life but we never fully learn who Jacob is. The literary experimentation in Jacob’s Room is used even more successfully in Woolf’s later novels. (Summary by DaveC)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/jacobs-room-by-virginia-woolf-2/ |
virginia woolf s third novel lacks conventional narrative style say even plot follows jacob childhood education cambridge finally death world war i prose repeatedly shifts point view reader challenged find connections narrative fragments largely comments others come know sequence moments jacob s life never fully learn jacob is literary experimentation jacob s room used even successfully woolf s later novels summary davec p |
| 8001 |
7935 |
8553 |
Oscar Wilde: The Story of an Unhappy Friendship |
Robert Sherard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Robert Sherard was Oscar Wilde's friend of 20 years and first biographer. The Story of an Unhappy Friendship was the first of his four biographies of the Irish playwright and wit. - Summary by Rob Board</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-the-story-of-an-unhappy-friendship-by-robert-sherard/ |
robert sherard oscar wilde s friend 20 years first biographer story unhappy friendship first four biographies irish playwright wit summary rob board p |
| 8002 |
7936 |
8554 |
First World War Centenary Poetry Collection |
Various |
Poetry, War & Military |
<br />This collection of poetry, with its companion <a href="https://librivox.org/ww1-prose-vol-i/">prose collection</a>, commemorates the outbreak of the First World War on 28th July 1914. Most of the poetry, all chosen by the readers, is in English, but the collection also includes poems in Dutch, French, German, Portuguese and Russian. <br /><br />Please note that some poems are still protected by copyright in countries which observe copyright laws based on the author's date of death. <br /><br />The majority of the poems were written during the war itself, but some poems have been included for their relevance in other ways. For more information about each poem, please see <a href="https://archive.org/download/wwi_poetry_1407_librivox/wwipoetrysummary.pdf" target="_blank">this document</a> (PDF format), which also shows the poets' dates of death. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ww1-poetry/ |
br this collection poetry companion a href https librivox org ww1 prose vol i prose collection a commemorates outbreak first world war 28th july 1914 poetry chosen readers english collection also includes poems dutch french german portuguese russian br br please note poems still protected copyright countries observe copyright laws based author s date death br br the majority poems written war itself poems included relevance ways information poem please see a href https archive org download wwi_poetry_1407_librivox wwipoetrysummary pdf target _blank this document a pdf format also shows poets dates death summary ruth golding br br |
| 8003 |
7937 |
8555 |
Mr Munchausen |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The author has discovered for us in this volume the present stopping place of that famous raconteur of dear comic memory, the late Hieronymous Carl Friederich, sometime Baron Munchausen, and he transmits to us some further adventures of this traveler and veracious relator of merry tales. There are about a dozen of these tales, and, judging by Mr. Bangs' recital of them, the Baron's adventures on this mundane sphere were no more exciting than those he has encountered since taking the ferry across the Styx. Mr. Bangs proves himself well worthy of the task of reintroducing this merry old wag to modern fun-lovers, and in selecting from the tales the Baron has related to him he has chosen with an eye to the humorous which is unfailing in its clearness and keenness of perception. (Review from Book News, V. 20, 1902)<p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/mr-munchausen-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
author discovered us volume present stopping place famous raconteur dear comic memory late hieronymous carl friederich sometime baron munchausen transmits us adventures traveler veracious relator merry tales dozen tales and judging mr bangs recital them baron s adventures mundane sphere exciting encountered since taking ferry across styx mr bangs proves well worthy task reintroducing merry old wag modern fun lovers selecting tales baron related chosen eye humorous unfailing clearness keenness perception review book news v 20 1902 p |
| 8004 |
7938 |
8556 |
Book of Ser Marco Polo, the Venetian, concerning the kingdoms and marvels of the East, volume 2 |
Rustichello da Pisa |
Exploration |
"Books of the Marvels of the World" or "Description of the World" (Divisament dou monde), also nicknamed "Il Milione" ("The Million") or "Oriente Poliano", but commonly called "The Travels of Marco Polo", is a 13th-century travelogue written down by Rustichello da Pisa from stories told by Marco Polo, describing the travels of the latter through Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia between 1271 and 1291.It's been a very famous and popular book since the 14th century, creating the image of Marco Polo as the icon of the bold traveller. Presenting Marco Polo as an important figure at the court of the Mongol leader Kublai Khan, the book was written in Old French by Rustichello da Pisa, a romance author of the time, who was reportedly working from accounts which he had heard from Marco Polo when they were imprisoned in Genoa, having been captured while on a ship.<br><br>This audiobook in two volumes uses the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yule's translation, revised by Henri Cordier. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Leni)<br></br> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-marco-polo-2-by-rustichello-da-pisa/ |
books marvels world description world divisament dou monde also nicknamed il milione the million oriente poliano commonly called the travels marco polo 13th century travelogue written rustichello da pisa stories told marco polo describing travels latter asia persia china indonesia 1271 1291 it s famous popular book since 14th century creating image marco polo icon bold traveller presenting marco polo important figure court mongol leader kublai khan book written old french rustichello da pisa romance author time reportedly working accounts heard marco polo imprisoned genoa captured ship br br this audiobook two volumes uses 1903 third edition sir henry yule s translation revised henri cordier summary adapted wikipedia leni br br |
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7939 |
8557 |
Vocation of the Scholar |
Johann Gottlieb Fichte |
Essays & Short Works, Modern |
Johann Gottlieb Fichte (German: [ˈjoːhan ˈɡɔtliːp ˈfɪçtə]; May 19, 1762 – January 27, 1814) was a German philosopher. He was one of the founding figures of the philosophical movement known as German idealism, which developed from the theoretical and ethical writings of Immanuel Kant. Fichte is often perceived as a figure whose philosophy forms a bridge between the ideas of Kant and those of the German Idealist Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. Recently, philosophers and scholars have begun to appreciate Fichte as an important philosopher in his own right due to his original insights into the nature of self-consciousness or self-awareness. Like Descartes and Kant before him, he was motivated by the problem of subjectivity and consciousness. Fichte also wrote works of political philosophy and is considered one of the fathers of German nationalism. This book consists of an author's preface and five lectures delivered by Fichte at Jena University, Holy Roman Empire, in 1794. - Summary by Wikipedia and Soupy</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-vocation-of-the-scholar-by-johann-gottlieb-fichte/ |
johann gottlieb fichte german ˈjoːhan ˈɡɔtliːp ˈfɪçtə may 19 1762 january 27 1814 german philosopher one founding figures philosophical movement known german idealism developed theoretical ethical writings immanuel kant fichte often perceived figure whose philosophy forms bridge ideas kant german idealist georg wilhelm friedrich hegel recently philosophers scholars begun appreciate fichte important philosopher right due original insights nature self consciousness self awareness like descartes kant him motivated problem subjectivity consciousness fichte also wrote works political philosophy considered one fathers german nationalism book consists author s preface five lectures delivered fichte jena university holy roman empire 1794 summary wikipedia soupy p |
| 8006 |
7942 |
8560 |
Short Poetry Collection 170 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 34 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2017. <br><br>\n\nIt includes a longer poem, Parliament of the Birds by Farid ud-Din Attar. \n<br>Introduction by the reader: This is one of the best-loved classics of Sufi literature. In his own land, Attar is better known than Rumi or Hafiz. Translation is by Edward Fitzgerald, who 160 years ago brought the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayam to English-speaking audiences.<br>\nLacking governance and beginning to descend into anarchy, the birds come together to agree on leadership. The brilliant and charismatic Tajidar the Wise rises to speak, and proposes that the birds undertake a long and treacherous pilgrimage to seek salvation and transfiguration from Simorgh, the Holy Presence. Each of the birds presents his special reasons for declining the trip, which Tajidar rebuts with a relevant moral tale. The trip will be arduous, and will require each bird to leave behind not just his possessions but his family, his pride, his attachments. But the reward--if Simorgh's grace be granted--will be freedom and knowledge of self and the world. All the birds set out and the vast majority perish along the way. For the thirty that reach their appointment with destiny, there is a surprise in store. Hint: "Simorgh" in Persian can be read to mean "30 birds".<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-170-by-various/ |
collection 34 poems read librivox volunteers july 2017 br br includes longer poem parliament birds farid ud din attar br introduction reader one best loved classics sufi literature land attar better known rumi hafiz translation edward fitzgerald 160 years ago brought rubaiyat omar khayam english speaking audiences br lacking governance beginning descend anarchy birds come together agree leadership brilliant charismatic tajidar wise rises speak proposes birds undertake long treacherous pilgrimage seek salvation transfiguration simorgh holy presence birds presents special reasons declining trip tajidar rebuts relevant moral tale trip arduous require bird leave behind possessions family pride attachments reward if simorgh s grace granted will freedom knowledge self world birds set vast majority perish along way thirty reach appointment destiny surprise store hint simorgh persian read mean 30 birds br br |
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7943 |
8561 |
Three Essays by James Freeman Clarke |
James Freeman Clarke |
*Non-fiction, Other religions |
Three diverse essays on souls in animals, a comparison of Buddhism and Christianity, and individualism in religion. Born in Hanover, New Hampshire, James Freeman Clarke attended the Boston Latin School, graduated from Harvard College in 1829, and Harvard Divinity School in 1833. Ordained into the Unitarian church he… soon threw himself into the national movement for the abolition of slavery. In 1839 he returned to Boston where he and his friends established (1841) the Church of the Disciples which brought together a body of people to apply the Christian religion to social problems of the day…. Many of Clarke's earlier published writings were addressed to the immediate need of establishing a larger theory of religion than that espoused by people who were still under the influence of Calvinism…. Clarke was an advocate of human rights…. Tempered and moderate in his views of life, he was a reformer and a conciliator.... James Freeman Clarke was one of the very first Americans to explore and write about Eastern religions. These three essays are taken from his book Nineteenth Century Questions (1897). ( Wikipedia and david wales)<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/three-essays-by-james-freeman-clarke-by-james-freeman-clarke/ |
three diverse essays souls animals comparison buddhism christianity individualism religion born hanover new hampshire james freeman clarke attended boston latin school graduated harvard college 1829 harvard divinity school 1833 ordained unitarian church he soon threw national movement abolition slavery 1839 returned boston friends established 1841 church disciples brought together body people apply christian religion social problems day many clarke s earlier published writings addressed immediate need establishing larger theory religion espoused people still influence calvinism clarke advocate human rights tempered moderate views life reformer conciliator james freeman clarke one first americans explore write eastern religions three essays taken book nineteenth century questions 1897 wikipedia david wales p |
| 8008 |
7944 |
8562 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of Famous Women |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre.<br/><br/>\nIn this volume he reflects on the lives of various powerful and influential women. Included are Elizabeth B. Browning, Madame Guyon, Harriet Martineau, Charlotte Bronte, Christina Rossetti, Rosa Bonheur, Madame De Stael, Elizabeth Fry, Mary Lamb, Jane Austen, Empress Josephine and Mary W. Shelley. There is also a short introduction by Hubbard's son, Elbert Hubbard II, written just after his father's death.<br/> - Summary by Lucy Perry</p> <p>This is Volume 2 in a series of 14 books. </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-famous-women-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard describes homes authors poets social reformers prestigious people reflecting surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre br br volume reflects lives various powerful influential women included elizabeth b browning madame guyon harriet martineau charlotte bronte christina rossetti rosa bonheur madame de stael elizabeth fry mary lamb jane austen empress josephine mary w shelley also short introduction hubbard s son elbert hubbard ii written father s death br summary lucy perry p p this volume 2 series 14 books p |
| 8009 |
7945 |
8563 |
明暗 (Meian) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Romance |
これは、夏目漱石の最後の小説です。彼はこの小説を連載中に亡くなりました。津田と彼の妻のお延は、数ヶ月前に結婚しました。津田は、消化器系の病気で入院しました。 彼はしばしば、昔の恋人である清子のことを考えます。<br/><br/>\nThis is Soseki's last novel. He died while he was writing this novel. Tsuda and his wife Onobu married several months ago. Tsuda had a poor digestion and entered into a hospital. He often thinks about his ex-lover Kiyoko. - Summary by ekzemplaro<br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/meian-by-soseki-natsume/ |
これは 夏目漱石の最後の小説です 彼はこの小説を連載中に亡くなりました 津田と彼の妻のお延は 数ヶ月前に結婚しました 津田は 消化器系の病気で入院しました 彼はしばしば 昔の恋人である清子のことを考えます br br soseki s last novel died writing novel tsuda wife onobu married several months ago tsuda poor digestion entered hospital often thinks ex lover kiyoko summary ekzemplaro br br |
| 8010 |
7946 |
8564 |
Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania |
John Dickinson |
Biography & Autobiography |
Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania is a series of essays written by the Pennsylvania lawyer and legislator John Dickinson (1732–1808) and published under the name "A Farmer" from 1767 to 1768. The twelve letters were widely read and reprinted throughout the thirteen colonies and were important in uniting the colonists against the Townshend Acts. (Wikipedia)<p>\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-a-farmer-in-pennsylvania-by-john-dickinson/ |
letters farmer pennsylvania series essays written pennsylvania lawyer legislator john dickinson 1732 1808 published name a farmer 1767 1768 twelve letters widely read reprinted throughout thirteen colonies important uniting colonists townshend acts wikipedia p |
| 8011 |
7947 |
8565 |
Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar (version 2) |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
This collection of independent stories first published between 1905 and 1907 in the magazine Je Sais Tout recounts the tales of Arsène Lupin, the famous gentleman-burglar: the first story marks the introduction of the character to the public, and its success encouraged author Maurice Leblanc to write several others, collected and published as a book in 1907. Arsène Lupin would go on to be the main character in several short stories and novels, written by Leblanc and others, and whose legacy would appear also in comics, movies and videogames, becoming the icon of the affable and charming man who, choosing to walk on the wrong side of law, still can be a force for good. - Summary by Leni<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-extraordinary-adventures-of-arsene-lupin-gentleman-burglar-version-2-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
collection independent stories first published 1905 1907 magazine je sais tout recounts tales arsène lupin famous gentleman burglar first story marks introduction character public success encouraged author maurice leblanc write several others collected published book 1907 arsène lupin would go main character several short stories novels written leblanc others whose legacy would appear also comics movies videogames becoming icon affable charming man who choosing walk wrong side law still force good summary leni p |
| 8012 |
10061 |
10701 |
Warwickshire Lad: The Story of the Boyhood of William Shakespeare |
George Madden Martin |
Children's Fiction, Historical |
Ever wonder what happened to ol' Billy Shakespeare as a child? How did Little William get to be the great writer that we remember him for? This cute little coming of age story charts Willy's life from the age of 5 into his early adulthood. Summary by catrose.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-warwickshire-lad-the-story-of-the-boyhood-of-william-shakespeare-by-george-madden-martin/ |
ever wonder happened ol billy shakespeare child little william get great writer remember for cute little coming age story charts willy s life age 5 early adulthood summary catrose p |
| 8013 |
7948 |
8566 |
Post Haste |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Historical Fiction |
In this book, Ballantyne weaves the story of Phillip Mayland and his friend, George Aspel with an interesting portrayal of the British Post Office as it existed in the 19th century. In the words of R. M. Ballantyne himself: "This tale is founded chiefly on facts furnished by the Postmaster-General’s Annual Reports, and gathered, during personal intercourse and investigation, at the General Post-Office of London and its Branches.\nIt is intended to illustrate—not by any means to exhaust—the subject of postal work, communication, and incident throughout the Kingdom.\nI have to render my grateful acknowledgments to Sir Arthur Blackwood; his private secretary, Charles Eden, Esquire; and those other officers of the various Departments who have most kindly afforded me every facility for investigation, and assisted me to much of the information used in the construction of the tale.\nIf it does not greatly enlighten, I hope that it will at all events interest and amuse the reader."\n\nR.M. Ballantyne. - Summary by AlaynaMay</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/post-haste-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
book ballantyne weaves story phillip mayland friend george aspel interesting portrayal british post office existed 19th century words r m ballantyne himself this tale founded chiefly facts furnished postmaster general s annual reports gathered personal intercourse investigation general post office london branches intended illustrate not means exhaust the subject postal work communication incident throughout kingdom render grateful acknowledgments sir arthur blackwood private secretary charles eden esquire officers various departments kindly afforded every facility investigation assisted much information used construction tale greatly enlighten hope events interest amuse reader r m ballantyne summary alaynamay p |
| 8014 |
7949 |
8567 |
Queen of Hearts |
Wilkie Collins |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The elderly Brothers Owen, Morgan and Griffith live a quiet, retired life in the countryside, which is turned upside-down by Griffith's ward, the young Jessie Yelverton. Originally, her visit to them was to last only six weeks, but for a very certain reason, the gentlemen must find a way to prolong her visit and get Jessie to stay for ten more days. To make her stay, they promise to tell her an entertaining and exciting story each night... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-queen-of-hearts-by-wilkie-collins/ |
elderly brothers owen morgan griffith live quiet retired life countryside turned upside down griffith s ward young jessie yelverton originally visit last six weeks certain reason gentlemen must find way prolong visit get jessie stay ten days make stay promise tell entertaining exciting story night summary carolin p |
| 8015 |
7950 |
8568 |
Proeve over de opvoeding, aan de Nederlandsche moeders |
Betje Wolff |
Family Life, *Non-fiction |
"De Proeve van de Opvoeding" van Betje Wolff (1738-1804) is een boekje uit het einde van de achttiende eeuw, gericht aan moeders. Het was toentertijd zeer vooruitstrevend, met een positieve waardering voor vrouw en kind en een oproep om de in die tijd vaak brute opvoedingsmethodes te vervangen door redelijkheid en begrip voor de ontwikkeling van het kind. Het taalgebruik was eenvoudig en is daardoor ook nog goed te volgen voor ons in de eenentwintigste eeuw. Met een voorwoord op rijm door Wolffs vriendin en huisgenote Aagje Deken (1741-1804). (samenvatting door kattekliek)</p> |
Dutch |
1780 |
https://librivox.org/proeve-over-de-opvoeding-aan-de-nederlandsche-moeders-by-betje-wolff/ |
de proeve van de opvoeding van betje wolff 1738 1804 een boekje uit het einde van de achttiende eeuw gericht aan moeders het toentertijd zeer vooruitstrevend met een positieve waardering voor vrouw en kind en een oproep om de die tijd vaak brute opvoedingsmethodes te vervangen door redelijkheid en begrip voor de ontwikkeling van het kind het taalgebruik eenvoudig en daardoor ook nog goed te volgen voor ons de eenentwintigste eeuw met een voorwoord op rijm door wolffs vriendin en huisgenote aagje deken 1741 1804 samenvatting door kattekliek p |
| 8016 |
7951 |
8569 |
Metamorfoze |
Louis Couperus |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
-... Je verbergt je achter je woorden: je wikkelt je in je stijl als in een mantel. \n- Neen. Ik leef een metamorfoze. Meer niet. Ik geef mezelf zóo weinig, als ik waarlijk ben, in mijn boeken, dat mijn lezers er nooit Hugo Aylva in zullen zien. Ze zien nooit meer dan een zielgenoot. En al zoû ik nu eens schrijven een boek, waarvan de held een modern auteur was: al zoû ik dien held laten schrijven werken, die verwant aan de mijne waren, de held zoû niet ik zijn, zijn kunst niet de mijne: en de roman zoû een roman blijven, niets dan een roman, en zich nooit realizeeren tot autobiografie... (Samenvatting door Louis Couperus zelf) </p> |
Dutch |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/metamorfoze-by-louis-couperus/ |
je verbergt je achter je woorden je wikkelt je je stijl als een mantel neen ik leef een metamorfoze meer niet ik geef mezelf zóo weinig als ik waarlijk ben mijn boeken dat mijn lezers er nooit hugo aylva zullen zien ze zien nooit meer dan een zielgenoot en al zoû ik nu eens schrijven een boek waarvan de held een modern auteur was al zoû ik dien held laten schrijven werken die verwant aan de mijne waren de held zoû niet ik zijn zijn kunst niet de mijne en de roman zoû een roman blijven niets dan een roman en zich nooit realizeeren tot autobiografie samenvatting door louis couperus zelf p |
| 8017 |
7952 |
8570 |
Mark Aurels Selbstgespräche |
Marcus Aurelius |
Ancient |
Der Stoiker Marc Aurel regierte von 161 bis 180 das römische Reich. In seinen Selbstgesprächen (Τὰ εἰς ἑαυτόν, wörtlich "an sich selbst") untersucht er seinen Charakter, seine Handlungen und seine Umwelt. Er entwickelt Ideen für ein besseres Leben. - Summary by redaer<p> |
German |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/mark-aurels-selbstgespraeche-by-marcus-aurelius/ |
der stoiker marc aurel regierte von 161 bis 180 das römische reich seinen selbstgesprächen τὰ εἰς ἑαυτόν wörtlich an sich selbst untersucht er seinen charakter seine handlungen und seine umwelt er entwickelt ideen für ein besseres leben summary redaer p |
| 8018 |
7953 |
8571 |
My Lady of the Chinese Courtyard |
Elizabeth Cooper |
Epistolary Fiction, Family Life |
"I hope that this book, based on letters shown me many years after they were written, will give a faint idea of the life of a Chinese lady. The story is told in two series of letters conceived to be written by Kwei-li, the wife of a very high Chinese official, [the first series were written] to her husband when he accompanied his master, Prince Chung, on his trip around the world." The second series of letters were written 25 years later to Kwei-li's mother-in-law as China faces revolution and political intrigue. "They are, therefore, the letters of the present-day Chinese woman of the old school, a woman who had by education and environment exceptional opportunities to learn of the modern world, but who, like every Eastern woman, clings with almost desperate tenacity to the traditions and customs of her race." (Summary by MaryAnn with material from the Preface)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-lady-of-the-chinese-courtyard-by-elizabeth-cooper/ |
i hope book based letters shown many years written give faint idea life chinese lady story told two series letters conceived written kwei li wife high chinese official the first series written husband accompanied master prince chung trip around world second series letters written 25 years later kwei li s mother in law china faces revolution political intrigue they are therefore letters present day chinese woman old school woman education environment exceptional opportunities learn modern world who like every eastern woman clings almost desperate tenacity traditions customs race summary maryann material preface p |
| 8019 |
7954 |
8572 |
Inspector-General |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Satire |
The Governor and Officials of a small provincial town in Russia are worried. They have received word that a Government Inspector is on his way. As they do what they can to cover up their own corruption and incompetence, a man arrives at the Inn and refuses to pay for his meals. Surely such an audacious act can only be the work of the dreaded Inspector!<br/><br/>\n\nMeanwhile Khlestakov, a common copying clerk from St. Petersburg who has lost all his money at cards, is attempting to bluff and bully the landlord of the Inn he is staying at into giving him one more free meal. He is scared and confused when the Governor comes to confront him, but his tendency to tell fantastic lies and brag about his imaginary illustrious friends turns the situation to his advantage.<br/><br/>\n\nThis blistering satire by Gogol looks at the way greed and corruption make fools of ordinary men, and ordinary fools into even greater fools. Both funny and adroit, this is a sadly accurate portrayal of small-town (and large-city) politics the world over.<br/><br/>\n\nLamentably this play contains some instances of anti-Semitism. (Summary by Lucy Perry) \n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br>\nAnton Antonovich Skvoznik-Dmukhanovsky, the Governor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAnna Andreyevna, his wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nMarya Antonovna, his daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8938">Tara Flynn</a><br>\nLuka Lukich Khlopov, the Inspector of Schools: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br>\nHis Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6180">ImkeStevens</a><br>\nAmmos Fiodorovich Liapkin-Tiapkin, the Judge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8687">EccentricOwl</a><br>\nArtemy Filippovich Zemlianika, the Superintendent of Charities: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">P. J. Morgan</a><br>\nIvan Kuzmich Shpekin, the Postmaster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>\nPiotr Ivanovich Dobchinsky, Country Squire: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8671">Simon Smoke</a><br>\nPiotr Ivanovich Bobchinsky, Country Squire: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nIvan Aleksandrovich Khlestakov, an official from St. Petersburg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9307">Seamus Dobbin</a><br>\nOsip, his servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nFiodr Andreyevich Liuliukov, ex-official, esteemed personage of the town: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9443">Betsy Cooley</a><br>\nIvan Lazarevich Rastakovsky, ex-official, esteemed personage of the town: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9098">Wojtek Murawski</a><br>\nStepan Ivanovich Korobkin, ex-official, esteemed personage of the town: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a><br>\nHis Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStepan Ilyich Ukhovertov, the Police Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nSvistunov, a Police Sergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>\nDerzhimorda, a Police Sergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nAbdulin, a merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nFeveronya Petrovna Poshliopkina, the Locksmith's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>\nMishka, the Governor's Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nThe Widow of a non-commissioned Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nServant at the Inn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nA Second Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nA Postilion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nA Gendarme: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3615">Lucy Perry</a><br> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-inspector-general-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
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7955 |
8573 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 012 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<br></br>\n01 Russian - Послушайте! (Poslushayte!) (poetry, non-fiction, звезда, послушайте, Mаяковский, простое как мычание, кричу кирпичу)<br>\n02 Russian - Ночь, улица, фонарь, аптека (Noch', ulitsa, fonar', apteka) (poetry, non-fiction, пляски смерти, Блок)<br>\n03 Russian - Ничего не понимают. (Nichego ne ponimayut.) (poetry, non-fiction, причешите, уши, Mаяковский, простое как мычание, кричу кирпичу)<br>\n04 Finnish - Kevätkylmät (prose)<br>\n05 Finnish - Kevät ja kesä (prose)<br>\n06 Polish - Biały wyrak (kominiarz, legenda, praca, groza, horror, opowiadanie, potwór)<br>\n07 French - Jeannot et Colin (prose, fiction , conte philosophique, conte moral, conte satirique, critique sociale, XVIIIème siècle, siècle des Lumières)<br>\n08 Polish - Zemsta żywiołaków (pożar, praca, groza, horror, opowiadanie, demon)<br>\n09 Polish - Czerwona Magda (pożar, praca, groza, horror, opowiadanie, demon)<br>\n10 Polish - Zez (groza, horror, opowiadanie, opętanie)<br>\n11 Russian - Муравей и голубка (Muravey i Golubka) (prose, fables, Tolstoy, для детей, басни, Толстой)<br>\n12 Russian - Черепаха и Орел (Cherepaha i Orel) (prose, fables, Tolstoy, для детей, басни, Толстой)<br>\n13 Russian - Два товарища (Dva Tovarisha) (prose, fables, Tolstoy, для детей, басни, Толстой)<br>\n14 Russian - Хорек (Horek) (prose, fables, Tolstoy, для детей, басни, Толстой)<br>\n15 Spanish - Lo fatal (poetry, modernism, modernismo, poesía, Nicaragua)<br>\n16 Spanish - Si ves un monte de espumas (poetry, poesía, Cuba, Versos sencillos)<br>\n17 Russian - Альбом (Albom) (prose, Chekhov, Чехов, рассказы, юмор)<br>\n18 Russian - Авиатор (Aviator) (poetry, Блок)<br>\n19 Russian - И я любил. И я изведал... (I ya lyubil. I ya izvedal) (poetry, Блок)<br>\n20 Ukrainian - Заповіт «Як умру то поховайте» (Zapovit) (poetry, Шевченко, вірш, кобзар)<br><br>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-012-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 russian послушайте poslushayte poetry non fiction звезда послушайте mаяковский простое как мычание кричу кирпичу br 02 russian ночь улица фонарь аптека noch ulitsa fonar apteka poetry non fiction пляски смерти блок br 03 russian ничего не понимают nichego ne ponimayut poetry non fiction причешите уши mаяковский простое как мычание кричу кирпичу br 04 finnish kevätkylmät prose br 05 finnish kevät ja kesä prose br 06 polish biały wyrak kominiarz legenda praca groza horror opowiadanie potwór br 07 french jeannot et colin prose fiction conte philosophique conte moral conte satirique critique sociale xviiième siècle siècle des lumières br 08 polish zemsta żywiołaków pożar praca groza horror opowiadanie demon br 09 polish czerwona magda pożar praca groza horror opowiadanie demon br 10 polish zez groza horror opowiadanie opętanie br 11 russian муравей и голубка muravey golubka prose fables tolstoy для детей басни толстой br 12 russian черепаха и орел cherepaha orel prose fables tolstoy для детей басни толстой br 13 russian два товарища dva tovarisha prose fables tolstoy для детей басни толстой br 14 russian хорек horek prose fables tolstoy для детей басни толстой br 15 spanish lo fatal poetry modernism modernismo poesía nicaragua br 16 spanish si ves un monte de espumas poetry poesía cuba versos sencillos br 17 russian альбом albom prose chekhov чехов рассказы юмор br 18 russian авиатор aviator poetry блок br 19 russian и я любил и я изведал i ya lyubil ya izvedal poetry блок br 20 ukrainian заповіт як умру то поховайте zapovit poetry шевченко вірш кобзар br br |
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7956 |
8574 |
Kitty's Picnic and other Stories |
Anonymous |
Short Stories |
A collection of short stories for boys and girls that spark the imagination and teach life lessons. (summary by Ladeebug)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/kittys-picnic-and-other-stories-by-anonymous/ |
collection short stories boys girls spark imagination teach life lessons summary ladeebug p |
| 8022 |
7957 |
8575 |
Caves of Fear |
Harold L. Goodwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Entry in the Rick Brant series by Goodwin under the name John Blaine, which began in 1947. 'Rick and Scotty travel to the Himalayas again, this time to stop nuclear materials from falling into the wrong hands.' says Wikipedia. - Summary by BellonaTimes<p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/the-caves-of-fear-by-harold-goodwin/ |
entry rick brant series goodwin name john blaine began 1947 rick scotty travel himalayas again time stop nuclear materials falling wrong hands says wikipedia summary bellonatimes p |
| 8023 |
7958 |
8576 |
Mysteries of London Vol. I part 2 |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Mysteries of London was a best-selling novel in mid-Victorian England. The first series was published in weekly instalments from 1844-46, priced at a penny each. Serialised novels sold in this way were known as Penny Dreadfuls … without any claim to literary greatness, they sought to provide ongoing entertainment for the popular audience.</p>\n\nWhen first published, this book was intended for an adult audience. The crime and vice involved would have had a terrible effect on the Young Mind of the Victorian Era. However, it’s less likely to cause offence or concern now, though I don’t recommend it for younger children. - Summary by Cori</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-london-part-2-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
mysteries london best selling novel mid victorian england first series published weekly instalments 1844 46 priced penny each serialised novels sold way known penny dreadfuls without claim literary greatness sought provide ongoing entertainment popular audience p first published book intended adult audience crime vice involved would terrible effect young mind victorian era however it s less likely cause offence concern now though don t recommend younger children summary cori p |
| 8024 |
7959 |
8577 |
Love and Mr Lewisham |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The teaching profession, science and politics in late 19th century England. H. G. Wells’ humorous early novel, drawing on his own life, shows how these – as well as involvement in spiritualism – have to compete with love. - Summary by Anthony Ogus</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-mr-lewisham-by-h-g-wells/ |
teaching profession science politics late 19th century england h g wells humorous early novel drawing life shows well involvement spiritualism compete love summary anthony ogus p |
| 8025 |
7960 |
8578 |
Campaña del Maestrazgo |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Quinta novela de la tercera serie de los Episodios Nacionales. Primera Guerra Carlista. El general Ramón Cabrera participa en La Campaña del Maestrazgo. Don Beltrán de Urdaneta, noble aragonés, se topa con una serie de riesgos e infortunios, en medio de la guerra fratricida, cuando intenta recuperar un dinero de un campesino a quien vendió sus tierras, para pagar las deudas que ha generado su vida disoluta. En su intento de conseguir los fondos de que tiene necesidad, tendrá que enfrentarse a los criterios completamente distintos de la monja Marcela, que busca el lugar donde su difunto padre escondió las riquezas antes de morir, con objeto de donarlas a cierto monasterio. Don Beltrán ha perdido toda esperanza de recuperar el dinero, a pesar de las promesas que le hizo el padre de Marcela. En esto, el joven militar Nelet se cruza en su camino con el deseo de que Marcela corresponda a su amor por ella y... (Resumen de Tux) <p> |
Spanish |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/la-campana-del-maestrazgo-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
quinta novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales primera guerra carlista el general ramón cabrera participa en la campaña del maestrazgo beltrán de urdaneta noble aragonés se topa con una serie de riesgos e infortunios en medio de la guerra fratricida cuando intenta recuperar un dinero de un campesino quien vendió sus tierras para pagar las deudas que ha generado su vida disoluta en su intento de conseguir los fondos de que tiene necesidad tendrá que enfrentarse los criterios completamente distintos de la monja marcela que busca el lugar donde su difunto padre escondió las riquezas antes de morir con objeto de donarlas cierto monasterio beltrán ha perdido toda esperanza de recuperar el dinero pesar de las promesas que le hizo el padre de marcela en esto el joven militar nelet se cruza en su camino con el deseo de que marcela corresponda su amor por ella y resumen de tux p |
| 8026 |
7964 |
8582 |
Über die Iphigenie auf Tauris |
Friedrich Schiller |
Literary Criticism |
<br>\nDieser dritte Band der Goethischen Werke … In griechischer Form, deren er sich ganz zu bemächtigen gewußt hat, die er bis zur höchsten Verwechslung erreicht hat, entwickelt er hier die ganze schöpferische Kraft seines Geistes, und läßt seine Muster in ihrer eignen Manier hinter sich zurücke.\n\nEine Fortsetzung schrieb Schiller nicht - Summary by aus dem Text und redaer\n</p><br><a href="http://archive.org/search.php?query=redaer german schiller&sort=-publicdate">Internet Archive: weitere gemeinfreie redaer Schiller Aufnahmen</a><br><br>\n |
German |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/ueber-die-iphigenie-auf-tauris-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
br dieser dritte band der goethischen werke griechischer form deren er sich ganz zu bemächtigen gewußt hat die er bis zur höchsten verwechslung erreicht hat entwickelt er hier die ganze schöpferische kraft seines geistes und läßt seine muster ihrer eignen manier hinter sich zurücke eine fortsetzung schrieb schiller nicht summary aus dem text und redaer p br a href http archive org search php query redaer german schiller sort publicdate internet archive weitere gemeinfreie redaer schiller aufnahmen a br br |
| 8027 |
7965 |
8583 |
Final Report from the National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling |
National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spi |
Technology & Engineering, Earth Sciences |
On April 20, 2010, the Macondo well blew out, costing the lives of 11 men, and beginning a catastrophe that sank the <i>Deepwater Horizon</i> drilling rig and spilled over 4 million barrels of crude oil into the Gulf of Mexico. The spill disrupted an entire region's economy, damaged fisheries and critical habitats, and brought vividly to light the risks of deepwater drilling for oil and gas - the latest frontier in the national energy supply. Soon after, President Barack Obama appointed a seven-member Commission to investigate the disaster, analyze its causes and effects, and recommend the actions necessary to minimize such risks in the future.<br/><br/>The Commission's report offers the American public and policymakers alike the fullest account available of what happened in the Gulf and why, and proposes actions - changes in company behavior, reform of government oversight, and investments in research and technology - required as industry moves forward to meet the nation's energy needs. (Summary from the report)<br/><br/> |
English |
2011 |
https://librivox.org/final-report-from-the-national-commission-on-the-bp-deepwater-horizon-oil-spill-and-offshore-drilling/ |
april 20 2010 macondo well blew out costing lives 11 men beginning catastrophe sank i deepwater horizon i drilling rig spilled 4 million barrels crude oil gulf mexico spill disrupted entire region s economy damaged fisheries critical habitats brought vividly light risks deepwater drilling oil gas latest frontier national energy supply soon after president barack obama appointed seven member commission investigate disaster analyze causes effects recommend actions necessary minimize risks future br br the commission s report offers american public policymakers alike fullest account available happened gulf why proposes actions changes company behavior reform government oversight investments research technology required industry moves forward meet nation s energy needs summary report br br |
| 8028 |
7966 |
8584 |
Worshipper of the Image |
Richard le Gallienne |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"The Worshipper of the Image," by Richard Le Galliene first published in 1900. The protagonist Antony, a poet buys a death mask in an antique shop and soon realizes it resembles his wife Beatrice. The death mask, Antony names "Silencieux," becomes an all consuming fetish and drives Antony from his once beloved family. Silencieux also drives Antony quite insane as he is willing to give his soul to be with her. - Summary by Holly McGuire</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-worshipper-of-the-image-by-richard-le-gallienne/ |
the worshipper image richard le galliene first published 1900 protagonist antony poet buys death mask antique shop soon realizes resembles wife beatrice death mask antony names silencieux becomes consuming fetish drives antony beloved family silencieux also drives antony quite insane willing give soul her summary holly mcguire p |
| 8029 |
7967 |
8585 |
Policeman Bluejay |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is another "TWINKLE TALE" from Mr. Baum (written under the pen name Laura Bancroft) and celebrates the further adventures of Twinkle and Chubbins as they magically become child-larks and live the exciting, and often dangerous, life of birds in the forest. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/policeman-bluejay-by-l-frank-baum/ |
another twinkle tale mr baum written pen name laura bancroft celebrates adventures twinkle chubbins magically become child larks live exciting often dangerous life birds forest summary jude somers p |
| 8030 |
7968 |
8586 |
Texas Cowboy; Or Fifteen Years on the Hurricane Deck of a Spanish Pony |
Charles A. Siringo |
Biography & Autobiography |
Charles A. Siringo was an American lawman, detective, and agent for the Pinkerton National Detective Agency during the late 19th century and early 20th century…. After taking part in several cattle drives, Siringo stopped herding to settle down, get married (1884), and open a merchant business in Caldwell, Kansas. He began writing a book, entitled A Texas Cowboy; Or Fifteen Years on the Hurricane Deck of a Spanish Pony. A year later, it was published, to wide acclaim, and became one of the first true looks into life as a cowboy written by someone who had actually lived the life. \n - Summary by wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/a-texas-cowboy-or-fifteen-years-on-the-hurricane-deck-of-a-spanish-pony-by-charles-a-siringo/ |
charles a siringo american lawman detective agent pinkerton national detective agency late 19th century early 20th century taking part several cattle drives siringo stopped herding settle down get married 1884 open merchant business caldwell kansas began writing book entitled texas cowboy fifteen years hurricane deck spanish pony year later published wide acclaim became one first true looks life cowboy written someone actually lived life summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8031 |
7969 |
8587 |
Mother and the Child |
Maria Montessori |
Family Life, *Non-fiction |
"The mother and the child" is a lecture given by Maria Montessori in 1915. The famous educational reformer speaks about the importance to give children freedom and a suitable environment, so they will be able to fully develop according to their own nature. - Summary by kattekliek<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-mother-and-the-child-by-maria-montessori/ |
the mother child lecture given maria montessori 1915 famous educational reformer speaks importance give children freedom suitable environment able fully develop according nature summary kattekliek p |
| 8032 |
7970 |
8588 |
Metamorphosis (version 3) |
Franz Kafka |
Fantastic Fiction, Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The Metamorphosis (German: Die Verwandlung, also sometimes translated as The Transformation) is a novella by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915. It has been cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is studied in colleges and universities across the Western world. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking to find himself transformed (metamorphosed) into a large, monstrous insect-like creature. The cause of Samsa's transformation is never revealed, and Kafka never did give an explanation. The rest of Kafka's novella deals with Gregor's attempts to adjust to his new condition as he deals with being burdensome to his parents and sister, who are repulsed by the horrible, verminous creature Gregor has become. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-metamorphosis-by-franz-kafka-3/ |
metamorphosis german die verwandlung also sometimes translated transformation novella franz kafka first published 1915 cited one seminal works fiction 20th century studied colleges universities across western world story begins traveling salesman gregor samsa waking find transformed metamorphosed large monstrous insect like creature cause samsa s transformation never revealed kafka never give explanation rest kafka s novella deals gregor s attempts adjust new condition deals burdensome parents sister repulsed horrible verminous creature gregor become summary wikipedia p |
| 8033 |
7971 |
8589 |
Clansman, An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan |
Thomas Dixon, Jr. |
Historical Fiction |
The second book in a trilogy of the Reconstruction era - The Leopard's Spots (1902), The Clansman (1905), and The Traitor (1907), this novel was the basis for the 1915 silent movie classic, "The Birth Of A Nation". Within a fictional story, it records Dixon's understanding of the origins of the first Ku Klux Klan (his uncle was a Grand Titan during Dixon's childhood), recounting why white southerners' began staging vigilante responses to the savage personal insults, political injustices and social cruelties heaped upon them during Reconstruction. Still considered dangerous "propaganda" encouraging segregation, white unity, and white supremacy, this incendiary novel nevertheless sheds light on the social conditions and the mindset of many Americans (North and South) during that period, and its influence on subsequent southern authors from Margaret Mitchell (Gone With The Wind) to Faulkner, Allen Tate, Robert Penn, and others, was significant. (Michele Fry)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-clansman-an-historical-romance-of-the-ku-klux-klan-by-thomas-dixon-jr/ |
second book trilogy reconstruction era leopard s spots 1902 clansman 1905 traitor 1907 novel basis 1915 silent movie classic the birth nation within fictional story records dixon s understanding origins first ku klux klan his uncle grand titan dixon s childhood recounting white southerners began staging vigilante responses savage personal insults political injustices social cruelties heaped upon reconstruction still considered dangerous propaganda encouraging segregation white unity white supremacy incendiary novel nevertheless sheds light social conditions mindset many americans north south period influence subsequent southern authors margaret mitchell gone wind faulkner allen tate robert penn others significant michele fry p |
| 8034 |
7972 |
8590 |
In The Days of Giants |
Abbie Farwell Brown |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This book is made of the stories told by the Northern folk,—the people who live in the land of the midnight sun, where summer is green and pleasant, but winter is a terrible time of cold and gloom; where rocky mountains tower like huge giants, over whose heads the thunder rolls and crashes, and under whose feet are mines of precious metals. Therefore you will find the tales full of giants and dwarfs,—spirits of the cold mountains and dark caverns.\nYou will find the hero to be Thor, with his thunderbolt hammer, who dwells in the happy heaven of Asgard, where All-Father Odin is king, and where Balder the beautiful makes springtime with his smile. In the north countries, winter, cold, and frost are very real and terrible enemies; while spring, sunshine, and warmth are near and dear friends. So the story of the Beginning of Things is a story of cold and heat, of the wicked giants who loved the cold, and of the good Æsir, who basked in pleasant warmth. - Summary by the author</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-days-of-giants-by-abbie-farwell-brown/ |
book made stories told northern folk the people live land midnight sun summer green pleasant winter terrible time cold gloom rocky mountains tower like huge giants whose heads thunder rolls crashes whose feet mines precious metals therefore find tales full giants dwarfs spirits cold mountains dark caverns find hero thor thunderbolt hammer dwells happy heaven asgard all father odin king balder beautiful makes springtime smile north countries winter cold frost real terrible enemies spring sunshine warmth near dear friends story beginning things story cold heat wicked giants loved cold good æsir basked pleasant warmth summary author p |
| 8035 |
7973 |
8591 |
Passenger from Calais |
Arthur Griffiths |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
An army officer, and a mysterious lady with a maid and baby in tow, are the only passengers on the Engadine express from Calais. The lady is afraid that someone is following her. Who is she? And what is her strange package? One suspicious conversation and two private detectives later Colonel Basil Annesley is determined to find out! - Summary by Arie</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-passenger-from-calais-by-arthur-griffiths/ |
army officer mysterious lady maid baby tow passengers engadine express calais lady afraid someone following her she strange package one suspicious conversation two private detectives later colonel basil annesley determined find out summary arie p |
| 8036 |
7974 |
8592 |
Sword of Deborah |
F. Tennyson Jesse |
War & Military |
"The Sword of Deborah" contains the reflections of a woman journalist visiting women working behind the lines in France during World War I. She writes: "I was glad to have seen all the different convoys I had, because no two had been to me alike, and to each I am indebted for a differing expression of the same vision, which is the vision splendid of a duty undertaken gladly and sustained with courage. From my first convoys -- the Fannies and the G.S.V.A.D.'s -- I got the wonderful facts of it, at the V.A.D. Convoy at E---- I caught that side of it which I as most glad of all to encounter, and at the V.A.D. Convoy at T----- I found that delightful spirit of sheer joy in danger which is too precious to be allowed to die out of the world just because there happens to be, at present, such a great deal too much danger let loose upon it." (Summary by MaryAnn)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-sword-of-deborah-by-f-tennyson-jesse/ |
the sword deborah contains reflections woman journalist visiting women working behind lines france world war i writes i glad seen different convoys had two alike indebted differing expression vision vision splendid duty undertaken gladly sustained courage first convoys fannies g s v a d s got wonderful facts it v a d convoy e caught side glad encounter v a d convoy t found delightful spirit sheer joy danger precious allowed die world happens be present great deal much danger let loose upon it summary maryann p |
| 8037 |
7975 |
8593 |
Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 2 |
Giorgio Vasari |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
The Lives of the Most Excellent Italian Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, from Cimabue to Our Times, or Le Vite de' più eccellenti pittori, scultori, e architettori da Cimabue insino a' tempi nostri, as it was originally known in Italian, is a series of artist biographies written by 16th-century Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari, which is considered "perhaps the most famous, and even today the most-read work of the older literature of art", "some of the Italian Renaissance's most influential writing on art", and "the first important book on art history". The title is often abridged to the Vite or the Lives. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-2-by-giorgio-vasari/ |
lives excellent italian painters sculptors architects cimabue times le vite de più eccellenti pittori scultori e architettori da cimabue insino a tempi nostri originally known italian series artist biographies written 16th century italian painter architect giorgio vasari considered perhaps famous even today most read work older literature art some italian renaissance s influential writing art the first important book art history title often abridged vite lives summary wikipedia p |
| 8038 |
10081 |
10722 |
Last Verses |
Susan Coolidge |
Poetry |
<br />Susan Coolidge was the pen name of Sarah Chauncey Woolsey, who is best known for her <i>What Katy Did</i> series. This is the last of three volumes of her verse. - Summary by Rachel<br /><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/last-verses-by-susan-coolidge/ |
br susan coolidge pen name sarah chauncey woolsey best known i what katy did i series last three volumes verse summary rachel br br |
| 8039 |
7977 |
8595 |
Letters of a Portuguese Nun |
Mariana Alcoforado |
Epistolary Fiction |
The Letters of a Portuguese Nun (Les Lettres Portugaises) were first published anonymously in Paris in 1669. The five passionate letters in book form were a publishing sensation since their appearance, with five editions in the first year, followed by more than forty editions throughout the 17th century. A Cologne edition of 1669 stated that the Marquis de Chamilly was their addressee, but, aside from the fact that she was female, the author's name and identity remained unknown. The letters were translated in several languages, and set a precedent for sentimentalism in European culture at large, and for the literary genres of the sentimental novel and the epistolary novel into the 18th century. The interest in the Letters was so strong that the word "portugaise" became synonymous with "a passionate love-letter" in the 17th century. The authorship of the work was assigned to Mariana Alcoforado, a Portuguese nun, as early as the 18th century. During the 20th century, however, many scholars have supported the idea that they are a work of epistolary fiction written by Gabriel-Joseph de La Vergne, comte de Guilleragues, a French politician, who had been secretary of the King's Chamber and also director of the Gazette de France. Nevertheless, any doubts about the authorship do not detract from the beauty and power of the letters themselves, presented here in a prose translation followed by a versified one. - Summary by Leni<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-letters-of-a-portuguese-nun-by-mariana-alcoforado/ |
letters portuguese nun les lettres portugaises first published anonymously paris 1669 five passionate letters book form publishing sensation since appearance five editions first year followed forty editions throughout 17th century cologne edition 1669 stated marquis de chamilly addressee but aside fact female author s name identity remained unknown letters translated several languages set precedent sentimentalism european culture large literary genres sentimental novel epistolary novel 18th century interest letters strong word portugaise became synonymous a passionate love letter 17th century authorship work assigned mariana alcoforado portuguese nun early 18th century 20th century however many scholars supported idea work epistolary fiction written gabriel joseph de la vergne comte de guilleragues french politician secretary king s chamber also director gazette de france nevertheless doubts authorship detract beauty power letters themselves presented prose translation followed versified one summary leni p |
| 8040 |
7978 |
8596 |
International Short Stories Volume 2: English Stories |
William Patten |
Short Stories |
The second volume of a 3 volume anthology, this work focuses on 'English' short stories, although it includes writers from other parts of the British isles. It features pieces by William Thackeray, Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, J.M. Barrie and many other favorites. Topics range from historical to science fiction, melodramatic to philosophic. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/international-short-stories-vol-2-by-william-patten/ |
second volume 3 volume anthology work focuses english short stories although includes writers parts british isles features pieces william thackeray charles dickens rudyard kipling j m barrie many favorites topics range historical science fiction melodramatic philosophic summary lynne thompson p |
| 8041 |
7979 |
8597 |
Armourer's Prentices |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Historical Fiction |
Set in the sixteenth century, two young boys are left orphans and are turned out of their home by their older brother, or, more particularly, his shrewish wife. John has taken over their father's position as verdurer, but what are young Ambrose and Stephen to do? Visit and seek counsel from their old and infirm uncle, who lives on charity after leading a military life? Or chase the dream of finding their ne'er-do-well maternal uncle, who has reputedly made his fortune in the king's court. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-armourers-prentices-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
set sixteenth century two young boys left orphans turned home older brother or particularly shrewish wife john taken father s position verdurer young ambrose stephen do visit seek counsel old infirm uncle lives charity leading military life chase dream finding ne er do well maternal uncle reputedly made fortune king s court summary lynne thompson p |
| 8042 |
7980 |
8598 |
Morals of Marcus Ordeyne |
William John Locke |
Published 1900 onward |
Marcus Ordeyne is a middle aged bachelor schoolmaster who has inherited both money and a title and thus is able to lead a life of leisure. One day, he encounters a young girl in a London park who has escaped from a Turkish harem and has come to London for an arranged marriage; however, her rescuer has unexpectedly died, leaving her destitute. Not knowing what else to do, Sir Marcus takes her to his home – with unexpected consequences. (Summary by Simon Evers)<p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-morals-of-marcus-ordeyne-by-william-john-locke/ |
marcus ordeyne middle aged bachelor schoolmaster inherited money title thus able lead life leisure one day encounters young girl london park escaped turkish harem come london arranged marriage however rescuer unexpectedly died leaving destitute knowing else do sir marcus takes home unexpected consequences summary simon evers p |
| 8043 |
7981 |
8599 |
Somme Battle Stories |
Alec John Dawson |
War & Military |
Stories of World War I warfare, published in 1916 in the midst of the war. (That's why names of persons and units are literally "blanked" out.) Alec John Dawson (1872 - 1951), generally known as A. J. Dawson (pseudonyms Major Dawson, Howard Kerr, Nicholas Freydon) was an English author, traveller and novelist. During World War I he attained the rank of Major, and was awarded the MBE and Croix de Guerre in recognition of his work as a military propagandist, a work the listener may want to keep in mind. (Terminology note: "Boche" means the Germans, singular or plural; "Blighty" means hospitalization in England; "The Push" means fighting in the Somme offensive.)\n<p> <p>\nThe Battle of the Somme (French: Bataille de la Somme, German: Schlacht an der Somme), also known as the Somme Offensive, was a battle of the First World War fought by the armies of the British and French empires against the German Empire. It took place between 1 July and 18 November 1916 on either side of the River Somme in France. The battle was one of the largest of World War I, in which more than 1,000,000 men were wounded or killed, making it one of humanity's bloodiest battles.... 1 July 1916 was also the worst day in the history of British Army, which had c. 60,000 casualties,... The British Army on the Somme was a mixture of the remains of the pre-war regular army, Territorial Force and the Kitchener Army which was composed of Pals battalions, recruited from the same places and occupations, whose losses had a profound social impact in Britain.... The Battle of the Somme has been called the beginning of modern all-arms warfare, during which Kitchener's Army learned to fight the mass-industrial war, which the continental armies had been engaged in for two years. This view sees the British contribution to the battle as part of a coalition war and part of a process, which took the strategic initiative from the German Army and caused it irreparable damage, leading to its collapse in late 1918. (Wikipedia, Battle Of The Somme) ( Wikipedia and david wales) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/somme-battle-stories-by-alec-john-dawson/ |
stories world war warfare published 1916 midst war that s names persons units literally blanked out alec john dawson 1872 1951 generally known a j dawson pseudonyms major dawson howard kerr nicholas freydon english author traveller novelist world war attained rank major awarded mbe croix de guerre recognition work military propagandist work listener may want keep mind terminology note boche means germans singular plural blighty means hospitalization england the push means fighting somme offensive p p battle somme french bataille de la somme german schlacht der somme also known somme offensive battle first world war fought armies british french empires german empire took place 1 july 18 november 1916 either side river somme france battle one largest world war i 1 000 000 men wounded killed making one humanity s bloodiest battles 1 july 1916 also worst day history british army c 60 000 casualties british army somme mixture remains pre war regular army territorial force kitchener army composed pals battalions recruited places occupations whose losses profound social impact britain battle somme called beginning modern all arms warfare kitchener s army learned fight mass industrial war continental armies engaged two years view sees british contribution battle part coalition war part process took strategic initiative german army caused irreparable damage leading collapse late 1918 wikipedia battle somme wikipedia david wales p |
| 8044 |
7982 |
8600 |
Talking Horse And Other Stories |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
A collection of short stories by famed humorist and Punch magazine staff member, F. Anstey, pseudonym for Thomas Anstey Guthrie. They range from humorous and whimsical to haunting and thought-provoking. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-talking-horse-and-other-stories-by-f-anstey/ |
collection short stories famed humorist punch magazine staff member f anstey pseudonym thomas anstey guthrie range humorous whimsical haunting thought provoking summary lynne thompson p |
| 8045 |
7983 |
8601 |
Doctor, his Wife, and the Clock |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
A man has been shot dead in his house. Ebenezer Gryce is on the case, but he has no leads, no witnesses, no evidence -- until he decides to talk to the neighbors of the victim, a blind doctor and his beautiful wife.. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-doctor-his-wife-and-the-clock-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
man shot dead house ebenezer gryce case leads witnesses evidence decides talk neighbors victim blind doctor beautiful wife summary carolin p |
| 8046 |
8017 |
8636 |
Stowmarket Mystery, or, a Legacy of Hate |
Louis Tracy |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Another case for Reginald Brett, barrister and hobby detective: David Hume-Frazer is in some trouble. He was the prime suspect in the murder case of his cousin, Alan. Though he was never convicted, suspicion clings to him, and he wishes his name to be cleared before he marries his fiancé, Helen Layton. <br>The case is baffling: Alan was murdered with a Japanese knife on his own grounds, in front of the library windows -- in the same place, where four of his ancestors already died "in their boots"... |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-stowmarket-mystery-or-a-legacy-of-hate-by-louis-tracy/ |
another case reginald brett barrister hobby detective david hume frazer trouble prime suspect murder case cousin alan though never convicted suspicion clings him wishes name cleared marries fiancé helen layton br the case baffling alan murdered japanese knife grounds front library windows place four ancestors already died in boots |
| 8047 |
7984 |
8602 |
Study In Scarlet (version 5) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
"A Study in Scarlet" is the first ever Sherlock Holmes story split into two quite distinctive parts. The first part is told from the viewpoint of Dr. John Watson and recounts his first experiences of meeting the illustrious Sherlock Holmes and their subsequent co-habitation and crime-solving partnership. The second is told in a third person narrative and is set in the USA, setting an elaborate back-story to the eventual motive of the murderer, before returning to the UK towards the end of part two, the narration, once again, being picked up by Dr. John Watson. - Summary by Robert Dixon</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-version-5/ |
a study scarlet first ever sherlock holmes story split two quite distinctive parts first part told viewpoint dr john watson recounts first experiences meeting illustrious sherlock holmes subsequent co habitation crime solving partnership second told third person narrative set usa setting elaborate back story eventual motive murderer returning uk towards end part two narration again picked dr john watson summary robert dixon p |
| 8048 |
7985 |
8603 |
Lysis |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Lysis (Λύσις) discusses friendship and love between the good and bad. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/lysis-by-plato/ |
lysis λύσις discusses friendship love good bad summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 8049 |
7986 |
8604 |
Blue Bird for Children |
Georgette Leblanc |
Children's Fiction |
One of the strongest pieces of imaginative writing for children that the past decade has produced and one of the most delicate and beautiful of all times, is "The Blue Bird," by Maurice Maeterlinck, written as a play, and very successfully produced on the stage.</p>\n\nGeorgette Leblanc (Madame Maurice Maeterlinck), has rendered this play in story form for children, under the title "The Children's Blue Bird," and in this form it has now been carefully edited and arranged for schools. </p>\n\nOn the night of Christmas a boy and a girl, Tyltil and Mytil, are visited by Fairy Berilyuna. Fairy's granddaughter is sick and can only be saved by the Blue Bird. Thanks to the Fairy's magic gift children have the opportunity to see the soul of things. Inanimate objects Clocks, Fire, Water, Bread, Sugar, Milk transformed into beings with their own character. Together, they set off on a dangerous journey for the fabulous Blue Bird. (F.O. Perkins, A.T. de Mattos, ShiNeko, Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-bird-for-children-by-georgette-leblanc/ |
one strongest pieces imaginative writing children past decade produced one delicate beautiful times the blue bird maurice maeterlinck written play successfully produced stage p georgette leblanc madame maurice maeterlinck rendered play story form children title the children s blue bird form carefully edited arranged schools p night christmas boy girl tyltil mytil visited fairy berilyuna fairy s granddaughter sick saved blue bird thanks fairy s magic gift children opportunity see soul things inanimate objects clocks fire water bread sugar milk transformed beings character together set dangerous journey fabulous blue bird f o perkins a t de mattos shineko wikipedia p |
| 8050 |
7987 |
8605 |
Letters to Dead Authors |
Andrew Lang |
Epistolary Fiction |
With twenty two letters, addressed to various already deceased authors, Andrew Lang discusses literary subjects with his usual humour and acidity. The impulse for the writing of the letters came, almost as a joke, from the editor of the 'St. James's Gazette,' and sixteen of the letters collected in the volume appeared first in that journal. According to the author, "some of the Letters are written rather to suit the Correspondent than to express the writer's own taste or opinions"; in all of them, though, the reader will find the charming wit of their author. (Summary by Leni)<p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/letters-to-dead-authors-by-andrew-lang/ |
twenty two letters addressed various already deceased authors andrew lang discusses literary subjects usual humour acidity impulse writing letters came almost joke editor st james s gazette sixteen letters collected volume appeared first journal according author some letters written rather suit correspondent express writer s taste opinions them though reader find charming wit author summary leni p |
| 8051 |
7988 |
8606 |
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man (version 3) |
Patanjali |
Philosophy |
This is Charles Johnston's translation of and commentary on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Johnston's interpretation of this seminal yogic text focuses on "the birth of the spiritual from the psychical man." - Summary by Maggie Russell<p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-the-book-of-the-spiritual-man-by-patanjali/ |
charles johnston s translation commentary yoga sutras patanjali johnston s interpretation seminal yogic text focuses the birth spiritual psychical man summary maggie russell p |
| 8052 |
7989 |
8608 |
Wrecker |
Lloyd Osbourne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Wrecker (1892) is a novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson in collaboration with his stepson Lloyd Osbourne. The story is a 'sprawling, episodic adventure story, a comedy of brash manners and something of a detective mystery'. It revolves around the abandoned wreck of the Flying Scud at Midway Island. Clues in a stamp collection are used to track down the missing crew and solve the mystery. It is only in the last chapter that different story elements become linked. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-wrecker-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
wrecker 1892 novel written robert louis stevenson collaboration stepson lloyd osbourne story sprawling episodic adventure story comedy brash manners something detective mystery revolves around abandoned wreck flying scud midway island clues stamp collection used track missing crew solve mystery last chapter different story elements become linked summary wikipedia p |
| 8053 |
7990 |
8609 |
To Sleep |
Sir Philip Sidney |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<a href="http://librivox.org/" rel="nofollow">LibriVox</a> volunteers bring you 11 recordings of To Sleep by Sir Philip Sidney. \nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 23, 2014.\n\nSir Philip Sidney (30 November 1554 – 17 October 1586) was an English poet, courtier and soldier, who is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan age. (Summary from Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-sleep-by-sir-philip-sidney/ |
a href http librivox org rel nofollow librivox a volunteers bring 11 recordings sleep sir philip sidney weekly poetry project january 23 2014 sir philip sidney 30 november 1554 17 october 1586 english poet courtier soldier remembered one prominent figures elizabethan age summary wikipedia p |
| 8054 |
8018 |
8637 |
Nets to Catch the Wind |
Elinor Wylie |
Poetry |
This is the first volume of Poems by American poet and novelist Elinor Wylie, published in 1921. - Summary by Carolin<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/nets-to-catch-the-wind-by-elinor-wylie/ |
first volume poems american poet novelist elinor wylie published 1921 summary carolin p |
| 8055 |
7991 |
8610 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 12: Il Viaggio |
Luigi Pirandello |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924. La dodicesima raccolta, edita nel 1928, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1897 ed il 1928. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)</p>\nNota: Per motivi di diritti d'autore negli Stati Uniti, alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta. Gli abitanti di nazioni ove i diritti d'autore su quest'opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su Legamus.eu\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo Volontari del Libro di aNobii.</p> |
Italian |
0 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-12-il-viaggio-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924 la dodicesima raccolta edita nel 1928 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1897 ed il 1928 riassunto di filippo gioachin p nota per motivi di diritti d autore negli stati uniti alcune novelle sono state rimosse da questa raccolta gli abitanti di nazioni ove diritti d autore su quest opera sono già cessati possono trovare le novelle mancanti su legamus eu questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo volontari del libro di anobii p |
| 8056 |
7992 |
8611 |
Eighteen Months' Imprisonment |
Donald Shaw |
Memoirs |
This is an absorbing memoir of an inmate's experiences and impressions while in a London prison. He describes himself as "a man of education and worldly experience" and weighing "19 stone 13 lbs" (279 lbs), a stone being 14 lbs, at the beginning of his imprisonment but not upon his release. The author writes with a reporter's keen perception and a talented novelist's ability to engage and at times amuse the reader. - Summary by Lee Smalley<p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/eighteen-months-imprisonment-by-donald-shaw/ |
absorbing memoir inmate s experiences impressions london prison describes a man education worldly experience weighing 19 stone 13 lbs 279 lbs stone 14 lbs beginning imprisonment upon release author writes reporter s keen perception talented novelist s ability engage times amuse reader summary lee smalley p |
| 8057 |
7993 |
8612 |
Jesus Himself |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Is it possible to be familiar with Jesus, to know the Bible, to be involved in church life, and yet not really know Jesus at all well? Andrew Murray, with his perceptive insights into the church of his day, and indeed of ours too, shows how this is all too often the condition of many believers. In the two essays comprising this book, Murray shows how we can move to a new place in really knowing Jesus, and how the presence of the Lord can become much more real to us. There is a cost, but God always abundantly rewards those who seek Him with their whole heart. - Summary by Christopher Smith<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/jesus-himself-by-andrew-murray/ |
possible familiar jesus know bible involved church life yet really know jesus well andrew murray perceptive insights church day indeed too shows often condition many believers two essays comprising book murray shows move new place really knowing jesus presence lord become much real us cost god always abundantly rewards seek whole heart summary christopher smith p |
| 8058 |
7994 |
8613 |
Mr. Punch's Pocket Ibsen |
F. Anstey |
Satire |
These short comic parodies of five well-known tragedies by Henrik Ibsen originally appeared in Punch, the British humor magazine. From the prefatory note: "The author is conscious that his imitation is painfully lacking in the mysterious obscurity of the original, that the vein of allegorical symbolism is thinner throughout than it should be, and that the characters are not nearly so mad as persons invariably are in real life—but these are the faults inevitable to a prentice hand, and he trusts that due allowances may be made for them by the critical." LibriVox has produced full-cast versions of all five plays that F. Anstey parodies in this collection: <a href="https://librivox.org/rosmersholm-by-henrik-ibsen/">Rosmersholm</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/a-dolls-house-by-henrik-ibsen/">A Doll's House</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/hedda-gabler-by-henrik-ibsen/">Hedda Gabler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/the-wild-duck-by-henrik-ibsen/">The Wild Duck</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/the-master-builder-by-henrik-ibsen/">The Master Builder</a>. - Summary by Elizabeth Klett<p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/mr-punchs-pocket-ibsen-by-f-anstey/ |
short comic parodies five well known tragedies henrik ibsen originally appeared punch british humor magazine prefatory note the author conscious imitation painfully lacking mysterious obscurity original vein allegorical symbolism thinner throughout be characters nearly mad persons invariably real life but faults inevitable prentice hand trusts due allowances may made critical librivox produced full cast versions five plays f anstey parodies collection a href https librivox org rosmersholm by henrik ibsen rosmersholm a a href https librivox org a dolls house by henrik ibsen a doll s house a a href https librivox org hedda gabler by henrik ibsen hedda gabler a a href https librivox org the wild duck by henrik ibsen the wild duck a a href https librivox org the master builder by henrik ibsen the master builder a summary elizabeth klett p |
| 8059 |
7995 |
8614 |
Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices and Other Stories |
Anthony Trollope |
Short Stories |
A collection of five stories by Anthony Trollope: \nWhy Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices; \nThe Lady of Launay;\nChristmas at Thompson Hall; \nThe Telegraph Girl; and Alice Dugdale - Summary by Nicholas Clifford</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/why-frau-frohmann-raised-her-prices-and-other-stories-by-anthony-trollope/ |
collection five stories anthony trollope frau frohmann raised prices lady launay christmas thompson hall telegraph girl alice dugdale summary nicholas clifford p |
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7996 |
8615 |
Langs de Vecht |
Jacobus Craandijk |
Travel Fiction |
Een cultuurhistorisch verslag van een wandeling langs de Vecht te beginnen in Utrecht en eindigend bij Loenen aan de Vecht. uit Wandelingen door Nederland met pen en potlood, Deel 2. Samenvatting: Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/langs-de-vecht-by-jacobus-craandijk/ |
een cultuurhistorisch verslag van een wandeling langs de vecht te beginnen utrecht en eindigend bij loenen aan de vecht uit wandelingen door nederland met pen en potlood deel 2 samenvatting marcel coenders p |
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8043 |
8662 |
Ships that Won't Go Down |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Henry Lawson was an Australian writer and poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial period and is often called Australia's "greatest short story writer". (Summary by Wikipedia )<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-ships-that-wont-go-down-by-henry-lawson/ |
henry lawson australian writer poet along contemporary banjo paterson lawson among best known australian poets fiction writers colonial period often called australia s greatest short story writer summary wikipedia p |
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7997 |
8616 |
Pilgrim's Progress (version 2) |
John Bunyan |
Christianity - Other |
The Pilgrim's Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come is a Christian allegory written by John Bunyan and originally published in February, 1678. It is regarded as one of the most significant works of religious English literature, has been translated into more than 200 languages, and has never been out of print. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br><br>This 1890 edition published by the American Tract Society includes a memoir of the author condensed from his "Grace Abounding," and "Life of Bunyan" by Canon Edmunds Venables.<br><br> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-pilgrims-progress-by-john-bunyan-2/ |
pilgrim s progress world come christian allegory written john bunyan originally published february 1678 regarded one significant works religious english literature translated 200 languages never print summary wikipedia br br this 1890 edition published american tract society includes memoir author condensed grace abounding life bunyan canon edmunds venables br br |
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7998 |
8617 |
Finn The Wolfhound |
Alec John Dawson |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Dawson published over thirty books, the one best remembered today probably being the animal adventure story Finn the Wolfhound (1908)…. His own dog Tynagh and her son Gareth, who was described as the largest and finest specimen of his breed to date, served as the models for Tara and Finn in Finn the Wolfhound (1908). This is probably Dawson’s best-remembered and certainly his most frequently reprinted work: Finn, a champion Irish Wolfhound, is taken from England to Australia where he undergoes a series of adventures, being exhibited as a wild animal in a circus and escaping to live in the outback before eventually finding his old master and saving his life. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/finn-the-wolfhound-by-alec-john-dawson/ |
dawson published thirty books one best remembered today probably animal adventure story finn wolfhound 1908 dog tynagh son gareth described largest finest specimen breed date served models tara finn finn wolfhound 1908 probably dawson s best remembered certainly frequently reprinted work finn champion irish wolfhound taken england australia undergoes series adventures exhibited wild animal circus escaping live outback eventually finding old master saving life summary wikipedia david wales p |
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7999 |
8618 |
Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (version 2) |
James Joyce |
Literary Fiction |
<i>A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man</i> is Joyce’s semi-autobiographical first novel. It traces the early life of Stephen Dedalus and his inner struggle with the oppression of Irish society and the Catholic church, ending with his awakening as a poet and writer and self-imposed exile from Ireland.<br /><i>“Welcome, O life, I go to encounter for the millionth time the reality of experience and to forge in the smithy of my soul the uncreated conscience of my race.”</i><br />(Description by T. Hynes, with quote from the book)<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-portrait-of-the-artist-as-a-young-man-version-2-by-james-joyce/ |
i a portrait artist young man i joyce s semi autobiographical first novel traces early life stephen dedalus inner struggle oppression irish society catholic church ending awakening poet writer self imposed exile ireland br i welcome life go encounter millionth time reality experience forge smithy soul uncreated conscience race i br description t hynes quote book p |
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8000 |
8619 |
And Thus He Came |
Cyrus Townsend Brady |
Religious Fiction, Single Author Collections |
These short stories, perhaps we might call them modern parables, are not the usual fare of warm and fuzzy Christmas stories (pleasing as those are) but rather life events and crises triggered by Christmas, present or imminent. Brady was a journalist, historian, adventure writer, and Episcopal priest. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/and-thus-he-came-by-cyrus-townsend-brady/ |
short stories perhaps might call modern parables usual fare warm fuzzy christmas stories pleasing are rather life events crises triggered christmas present imminent brady journalist historian adventure writer episcopal priest summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8001 |
8620 |
Comic English Grammar |
Percival Leigh |
Language learning |
<br />This is a basic grammar, treating of the parts of speech, syntax, versification, pronunciation and punctuation. <br /><br /> The listener is warned that there is quite a dated feel about this little grammar as the author, in keeping with the times (1840), is a frightful snob about social classes, scathing about 'vulgar speech' and also sometimes quite rude about American turns of phrase. The author is not remotely as comical as he thinks he is, but it has its moments. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /> <br /> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/comic-english-grammar-by-percival-leigh/ |
br this basic grammar treating parts speech syntax versification pronunciation punctuation br br listener warned quite dated feel little grammar author keeping times 1840 frightful snob social classes scathing vulgar speech also sometimes quite rude american turns phrase author remotely comical thinks is moments summary ruth golding br br |
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8002 |
8621 |
Against Odds |
Lawrence L. Lynch |
Detective Fiction |
Believed to have been written by Chicago socialite, Emma Murdock Van Deventer, this detective story set at the World's Fair follows Carl Masters as he is in pursuit of international criminals Greenback Bob and Delbras. Conmen, lost handbags, jewel robberies, an adventuress... not to mention two missing young men and a murder, all come under the detective's eye. ( Lynne Thompson)<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/against-odds-by-lawrence-l-lynch/ |
believed written chicago socialite emma murdock van deventer detective story set world s fair follows carl masters pursuit international criminals greenback bob delbras conmen lost handbags jewel robberies adventuress mention two missing young men murder come detective s eye lynne thompson p |
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8003 |
8622 |
Supermind |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
FBI agent Kenneth Malone lives in a world where psionic powers such as telepathy and teleportation exist. He must cope with them as well as an FBI Director who leaves Malone continually confused about what situation he is being asked to handle and what he is expected to do about it.\nSomeone or something is causing confusion in the U.S. Government, Unions, The Mafia, and other sectors of society and Malone has been given the job of finding the source of the confusion. A good story composed of science fiction and slap stick comedy with a bit of romance thrown into the mix.\n(Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/supermind-by-laurence-m-janifer/ |
fbi agent kenneth malone lives world psionic powers telepathy teleportation exist must cope well fbi director leaves malone continually confused situation asked handle expected it someone something causing confusion u s government unions mafia sectors society malone given job finding source confusion good story composed science fiction slap stick comedy bit romance thrown mix summary richard kilmer p |
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8004 |
8623 |
Burg von Otranto |
Horace Walpole |
Gothic Fiction |
<br>Manfred, der Fürst von Otranto ist besorgt um die Zukunft seines Hauses und will deshalb seinen Sohn so bald als möglich mit Isabelle verheiraten, die durch ihren Vater Friedrich selbst Ansprüche auf Otranto machen kann. Friedrich ist auf dem Kreuzzug in Gefangenschaft geraten und gilt als tot.<br>\nAuf dem Weg zur Trauung erleidet Manfreds Sohn einen tödlichen Unfall - er wird von einem riesigen Helm erschlagen. Kurz darauf erscheint eine riesige Gestalt in der Burg und löst Panik unter den Bediensteten aus. Doch Manfred hat ganz andere Sorgen. Da sein Sohn nun tot ist, will er selbst die schöne Isabelle heiraten, aber dazu muss er seine Gemahlin Hippolite überreden, in eine Scheidung einzuwilligen. Außerdem ist da noch Theodor, der sich unschuldig Manfreds Zorn zuzieht, durch die Fürsprache Mathildens, Manfreds Tochter, gerettet wird und später Isabelle bei deren Flucht vor Manfreds Nachstellungen hilft. <br>\nDie Situation spitzt sich zu, als 500 Bewaffnete vor der Burg erscheinen, die ein riesiges Schwert mit sich führen und im Namen Friedrichs die Herausgabe von Isabelle fordern. Auch taucht die riesige Gestalt wieder in der Burg auf und man munkelt allenthalben von einer alten Prophezeiung, die Burg und Herrschaft Otranto solle dem Geschlecht Manfreds entwendet werden, wenn dem wirklichen Besitzer seine Behausung zu enge würde.\n<br></br>\nDie Burg von Otranto gilt als erste Gothic Novel und damit als Wegbereiter für Dracula, Frankenstein und co. Die anonyme deutsche Übersetzung von 1810 ist in einer auch damals schon altertümlichen Sprache gehalten. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)<br><br>\n |
German |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/die-burg-von-otranto-by-horace-walpole/ |
br manfred der fürst von otranto ist besorgt um die zukunft seines hauses und deshalb seinen sohn bald als möglich mit isabelle verheiraten die durch ihren vater friedrich selbst ansprüche auf otranto machen kann friedrich ist auf dem kreuzzug gefangenschaft geraten und gilt als tot br auf dem weg zur trauung erleidet manfreds sohn einen tödlichen unfall er wird von einem riesigen helm erschlagen kurz darauf erscheint eine riesige gestalt der burg und löst panik unter den bediensteten aus doch manfred hat ganz andere sorgen da sein sohn nun tot ist er selbst die schöne isabelle heiraten aber dazu muss er seine gemahlin hippolite überreden eine scheidung einzuwilligen außerdem ist da noch theodor der sich unschuldig manfreds zorn zuzieht durch die fürsprache mathildens manfreds tochter gerettet wird und später isabelle bei deren flucht vor manfreds nachstellungen hilft br die situation spitzt sich zu als 500 bewaffnete vor der burg erscheinen die ein riesiges schwert mit sich führen und im namen friedrichs die herausgabe von isabelle fordern auch taucht die riesige gestalt wieder der burg auf und man munkelt allenthalben von einer alten prophezeiung die burg und herrschaft otranto solle dem geschlecht manfreds entwendet werden wenn dem wirklichen besitzer seine behausung zu enge würde br br die burg von otranto gilt als erste gothic novel und damit als wegbereiter für dracula frankenstein und co die anonyme deutsche übersetzung von 1810 ist einer auch damals schon altertümlichen sprache gehalten zusammenfassung von hokuspokus br br |
| 8070 |
8005 |
8624 |
In de Graafschap |
Jacobus Craandijk |
Travel & Geography |
Wandelingen door de Graafschap uit Wandelingen door Nederland met pen en potlood. Deel 2 (1876) en Nieuwe wandelingen door Nederland (1888) - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/in-de-graafschap-by-jacobus-craandijk/ |
wandelingen door de graafschap uit wandelingen door nederland met pen en potlood deel 2 1876 en nieuwe wandelingen door nederland 1888 summary marcel coenders p |
| 8071 |
8006 |
8625 |
How I Know God Answers Prayer |
Rosalind Goforth |
Christianity - Commentary |
This book is a testimony of how powerful prayer is, how God answers every prayer, even if it is not just how we want it answered. Rosalind Goforth was a missionary to China with her husband and children. She had many, many opportunities to prove God's faithfulness and he never failed her if she was willing to trust him and put her every problem and difficulty in his hands. Her life is a wonderful testimony of what prayer can do! Summary by fiddlesticks <p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/how-i-know-god-answers-prayer-by-rosalind-goforth/ |
book testimony powerful prayer is god answers every prayer even want answered rosalind goforth missionary china husband children many many opportunities prove god s faithfulness never failed willing trust put every problem difficulty hands life wonderful testimony prayer do summary fiddlesticks p |
| 8072 |
8007 |
8626 |
Valentine |
Lewis Carroll |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem is taken from Phantasmagoria and Other Poems by Lewis Carroll. (Summary by David Lawrence)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-valentine-by-lewis-carroll/ |
poem taken phantasmagoria poems lewis carroll summary david lawrence p |
| 8073 |
8008 |
8627 |
Valentine (From an old Lover) |
Jessie Pope |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jessie Pope was an extremely patriotic English poet, writer and journalist, who remains best known for her patriotic motivational poems published during World War I. This poem is from Paper Pellets (1907), an anthology of humorous verse.(Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-valentine-from-an-old-lover-by-jesse-pope/ |
jessie pope extremely patriotic english poet writer journalist remains best known patriotic motivational poems published world war i poem paper pellets 1907 anthology humorous verse summary wikipedia p |
| 8074 |
8009 |
8628 |
Hymns and Spiritual Songs |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Other |
In sending forth a new collection of Hymns, I feel it necessary to preface the work by a few words of explanation. The volume now in the reader's hands does not profess to be a complete collection of all the best English hymns. The comfort of invalids and the edification of Christians in private have been the two principal objects I have had in view in preparing this collection. I hold strongly, that holy thoughts often abide for ever in men's memories under the form of poetry, which pass away and are forgotten under the form of prose. The subjects of the hymns in this collection are of wide range. I have specially endeavored to include those which come home to the hearts of all true Christians, of every name, and people, and tongue. Hymns full of Jesus Christ, whether living, dying, rising, interceding, sympathizing, or coming again, -- hymns full of the experience of believers, their conflicts, crosses, hopes, fears, sorrows, and joys, -- such hymns are always useful. Of such, the Church can never have too many. Of such, I venture to think the present volume contains a rich store. (From the Preface)<p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/hymns-and-spiritual-songs-by-j-c-ryle/ |
sending forth new collection hymns feel necessary preface work words explanation volume reader s hands profess complete collection best english hymns comfort invalids edification christians private two principal objects view preparing collection hold strongly holy thoughts often abide ever men s memories form poetry pass away forgotten form prose subjects hymns collection wide range specially endeavored include come home hearts true christians every name people tongue hymns full jesus christ whether living dying rising interceding sympathizing coming again hymns full experience believers conflicts crosses hopes fears sorrows joys hymns always useful such church never many such venture think present volume contains rich store from preface p |
| 8075 |
8010 |
8629 |
Sonnets of Michael Angelo Buonarroti and Tommaso Campanella |
Michelangelo Buonarroti |
Anthologies, Lyric, Sonnets |
Michael Angelo and Campanella represent widely sundered, though almost contemporaneous, moments in the evolution of the Italian genius. Michael Angelo was essentially an artist, living in the prime of the Renaissance. Campanella was a philosopher, born when the Counter-Reformation was doing all it could to blight the free thought of the sixteenth century; and when the modern spirit of exact enquiry, in a few philosophical martyrs, was opening a new stage for European science. The one devoted all his mental energies to the realisation of beauty: the other strove to ascertain truth. The one clung to Ficino's dream of Platonising Christianity: the other constructed for himself a new theology, founded on the conception of God immanent in nature. Michael Angelo expressed the aspirations of a solitary life dedicated to the service of art, at a time when art received the suffrage and the admiration of all Italy. Campanella gave utterance to a spirit, exiled and isolated, misunderstood by those with whom he lived, at a moment when philosophy was hunted down as heresy and imprisoned as treason to the public weal.\n\nThe marks of this difference in the external and internal circumstances of the two poets might be multiplied indefinitely. Yet they had much in common. Both stood above their age, and in a sense aloof from it. Both approached poetry in the spirit of thinkers bent upon extricating themselves from the trivialities of contemporary literature. The sonnets of both alike are contributions to philosophical poetry in an age when the Italians had lost their ancient manliness and energy. Both were united by the ties of study and affection to the greatest singer of their nation, Dante, at a time when Petrarch, thrice diluted and emasculated, was the Phoebus of academies and coteries.</p>\n\nThis common antagonism to the degenerate genius of Italian literature is the link which binds Michael Angelo, the veteran giant of the Renaissance, to Campanella, the audacious Titan of the modern age. - Summary by Prefatory note to this volume<p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-sonnets-of-michael-angelo-buonarroti-and-tommaso-campanella-by-michelangelo-buonarroti/ |
michael angelo campanella represent widely sundered though almost contemporaneous moments evolution italian genius michael angelo essentially artist living prime renaissance campanella philosopher born counter reformation could blight free thought sixteenth century modern spirit exact enquiry philosophical martyrs opening new stage european science one devoted mental energies realisation beauty strove ascertain truth one clung ficino s dream platonising christianity constructed new theology founded conception god immanent nature michael angelo expressed aspirations solitary life dedicated service art time art received suffrage admiration italy campanella gave utterance spirit exiled isolated misunderstood lived moment philosophy hunted heresy imprisoned treason public weal marks difference external internal circumstances two poets might multiplied indefinitely yet much common stood age sense aloof it approached poetry spirit thinkers bent upon extricating trivialities contemporary literature sonnets alike contributions philosophical poetry age italians lost ancient manliness energy united ties study affection greatest singer nation dante time petrarch thrice diluted emasculated phoebus academies coteries p common antagonism degenerate genius italian literature link binds michael angelo veteran giant renaissance campanella audacious titan modern age summary prefatory note volume p |
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8011 |
8630 |
Laches |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Laches (Λάχης) discusses examples of courage including weapons masters, soldiers who stand firm in battle, ferocious animals and the wise person who endures evils. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/laches-by-plato/ |
laches λάχης discusses examples courage including weapons masters soldiers stand firm battle ferocious animals wise person endures evils summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 8077 |
8087 |
8706 |
Pearl of Great Price |
Joseph Smith, Jr. |
*Non-fiction |
The Pearl of Great Price is a selection of choice materials touching many significant aspects of the faith and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These items were translated and produced by the Prophet Joseph Smith, and most were published in the Church periodicals of his day.\n\nThe first edition was published in 1851. It became a standard work of the Church in 1880. It was divided into chapters and verses in 1902. The version being read is the 1920 edition. (Summary by Glenn O'Brien)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/pearl-of-great-price-by-joseph-smith-jr/ |
pearl great price selection choice materials touching many significant aspects faith doctrine church jesus christ latter day saints items translated produced prophet joseph smith published church periodicals day first edition published 1851 became standard work church 1880 divided chapters verses 1902 version read 1920 edition summary glenn o brien p |
| 8078 |
8012 |
8631 |
Complete Works of George Savile, first Marquess of Halifax, with an Introduction by Walter Alexander Raleigh |
Walter Alexander Raleigh |
Memoirs |
George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (11 November 1633 – 5 April 1695) was an English statesman, writer, and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1660, and in the House of Lords after he was raised to the peerage in 1668. He's noted in history for his views on Charles II among others. This compilation covers a wide range of his views which are particularly telling, coming, as they do, from a man who was singularly positioned among the powers of the time, to make them. Prepare yourself for a journey into antiquated English speech. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-works-of-george-savile-first-marquess-of-halifax-with-an-introduction-by-walter-alexander-raleigh-by-george-savile-marquis-of-halifax/ |
george savile 1st marquess halifax 11 november 1633 5 april 1695 english statesman writer politician sat house commons 1660 house lords raised peerage 1668 he s noted history views charles ii among others compilation covers wide range views particularly telling coming do man singularly positioned among powers time make them prepare journey antiquated english speech summary wikipedia john greenman p |
| 8079 |
8013 |
8632 |
Cupid in Africa |
Percival Christopher Wren |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Bertram Greene, brilliant student, aesthete, intellectual and shy, decides to make his military father proud of him at last and joins the colonial Indian Army Reserve as a second Lieutenant at the start of Great War. Feeling a complete fish out of water, he is dispatched to India without any training whatsoever, and is expected to take charge of a company of native soldiers. He is then posted to East Africa to join the British fighting force there, and finds out what real soldiering means. This amusing, and at times harrowing tale gives a comprehensive description of the life and conditions of a soldier in the tropics, obviously written by someone who has experienced them. The author, P. C. Wren, is the author of the famous Beau Geste books. (Summary by Kevin Green)<p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/cupid-in-africa-by-percival-christopher-wren/ |
bertram greene brilliant student aesthete intellectual shy decides make military father proud last joins colonial indian army reserve second lieutenant start great war feeling complete fish water dispatched india without training whatsoever expected take charge company native soldiers posted east africa join british fighting force there finds real soldiering means amusing times harrowing tale gives comprehensive description life conditions soldier tropics obviously written someone experienced them author p c wren author famous beau geste books summary kevin green p |
| 8080 |
8014 |
8633 |
Under the Witches' Moon |
Nathan Gallizier |
Historical Fiction |
The scene is Rome, 935 A.D. Thirty-year-old Tristan, dressed as a pilgrim, overhears a conversation between Basil, the Grand Chamberlain, and Il Gobbo, his assistant. After the two have left, Tristan continues to observe the revelry on the Eve of St. John. Suddenly a chariot containing a beautiful woman stops before him. They exchange words. He kisses her hand. Then she moves on, leaving him to ponder her beauty as he returns to the inn where he is staying. That night he has an enchanting and haunting dream of him together with another woman.\n\nMorning makes more sense of the dream. He was in love with Hellayne, who sent him away to Rome so that he could do penance for the sin of love. This explains why he is now in Rome. The next morning, as he walks into the heart of Rome, what he observes is a city torn between the debauchery of a fallen classical greatness and the promise of a new Christian awakening.\n\nThis is the backdrop against which a city struggles to realize its greatness and a man struggles to realize his love for woman and for God. (Bill Boerst) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-witches-moon-by-nathan-gallizier/ |
scene rome 935 a d thirty year old tristan dressed pilgrim overhears conversation basil grand chamberlain il gobbo assistant two left tristan continues observe revelry eve st john suddenly chariot containing beautiful woman stops him exchange words kisses hand moves on leaving ponder beauty returns inn staying night enchanting haunting dream together another woman morning makes sense dream love hellayne sent away rome could penance sin love explains rome next morning walks heart rome observes city torn debauchery fallen classical greatness promise new christian awakening backdrop city struggles realize greatness man struggles realize love woman god bill boerst p |
| 8081 |
8015 |
8634 |
Stark Munro Letters |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Epistolary Fiction |
"The letters of my friend Mr. Stark Munro appear to me to form so connected a whole, and to give so plain an account of some of the troubles which a young man may be called upon to face right away at the outset of his career, that I have handed them over to the gentleman who is about to edit them. There are two of them, the fifth and the ninth, from which some excisions are necessary; but in the main I hope that they may be reproduced as they stand. I am sure that there is no privilege which my friend would value more highly than the thought that some other young man, harassed by the needs of this world and doubts of the next, should have gotten strength by reading how a brother had passed down the valley of shadow before him."\nHERBERT SWANBOROUGH. LOWELL, MASS. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-stark-munro-letters-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
the letters friend mr stark munro appear form connected whole give plain account troubles young man may called upon face right away outset career handed gentleman edit them two them fifth ninth excisions necessary main hope may reproduced stand sure privilege friend would value highly thought young man harassed needs world doubts next gotten strength reading brother passed valley shadow him herbert swanborough lowell mass summary arthur conan doyle p |
| 8082 |
8016 |
8635 |
Filigree Ball |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
[The Moore House] was standing when Washington was a village. It antedates the Capitol and the White House. Built by a man of wealth, it bears to this day the impress of the large ideas and quiet elegance of colonial times; but the shadow which speedily fell across it made it a marked place even in those early days. While it has always escaped the hackneyed epithet of "haunted," families that have moved in have as quickly moved out, giving as their excuse that no happiness was to be found there and that sleep was impossible under its roof. <br><br>That there was some reason for this lack of rest within walls which were not without their tragic reminiscences, all must acknowledge. Death had often occurred there, and while this fact can be stated in regard to most old houses, it is not often that one can say, as in this case, that it was invariably sudden and invariably of one character. A lifeless man, lying outstretched on a certain hearthstone, might be found once in a house and awaken no special comment; but when this same discovery has been made twice, if not thrice, during the history of a single dwelling, one might surely be pardoned a distrust of its seemingly home-like appointments, and discern in its slowly darkening walls the presence of an evil which if left to itself might perish in the natural decay of the place, but which, if met and challenged, might strike again and make another blot on its thrice-crimsoned hearthstone. - Excerpt from Chapter I</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-filigree-ball-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
the moore house standing washington village antedates capitol white house built man wealth bears day impress large ideas quiet elegance colonial times shadow speedily fell across made marked place even early days always escaped hackneyed epithet haunted families moved quickly moved out giving excuse happiness found sleep impossible roof br br that reason lack rest within walls without tragic reminiscences must acknowledge death often occurred there fact stated regard old houses often one say case invariably sudden invariably one character lifeless man lying outstretched certain hearthstone might found house awaken special comment discovery made twice thrice history single dwelling one might surely pardoned distrust seemingly home like appointments discern slowly darkening walls presence evil left might perish natural decay place which met challenged might strike make another blot thrice crimsoned hearthstone excerpt chapter i p |
| 8083 |
8088 |
8707 |
Miniature |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Pope Morris was an American editor, poet, and songwriter. In addition to his publishing and editorial work, Morris was popular as a poet and songwriter; especially well-known was his poem-turned-song "Woodman, Spare that Tree!" Lines from the poem are often quoted by environmentalists.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-miniature-by-george-pope-morris/ |
george pope morris american editor poet songwriter addition publishing editorial work morris popular poet songwriter especially well known poem turned song woodman spare tree lines poem often quoted environmentalists p |
| 8084 |
8019 |
8638 |
Frontier in American History |
Frederick Jackson Turner |
History |
Frederick Jackson Turner was an extremely influential U.S. historian, who is best known for his "frontier thesis", which proposed that American democracy was profoundly shaped by the existence of an undeveloped frontier area from the founding through the 1880s. He originally put forth his idea in the essay "The Significance of the Frontier in American History", published just three years after the frontier was "officially closed" in 1890. He continued to elaborate on the frontier thesis as well as the influence of sectionalism, and the unique contributions of the Midwest to American democracy. His theory and other writings are still debated by modern day historians. This work, The Frontier in American History, collects a number of Turner's essays and speeches, including "The Significance of the Frontier in American History." |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-frontier-in-american-history-by-frederick-jackson-turner/ |
frederick jackson turner extremely influential u s historian best known frontier thesis proposed american democracy profoundly shaped existence undeveloped frontier area founding 1880s originally put forth idea essay the significance frontier american history published three years frontier officially closed 1890 continued elaborate frontier thesis well influence sectionalism unique contributions midwest american democracy theory writings still debated modern day historians work frontier american history collects number turner s essays speeches including the significance frontier american history |
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8020 |
8639 |
Magic: A Fantastic Comedy |
G. K. Chesterton |
Plays |
George Bernard Shaw goaded the already successful essayist and novelist Chesterton into trying his hand at a play, with this 1913 result. The play examines the powers and mysteries of faith, belief, religion, and of course, magic - a mixture that should be familiar from many of his Father Brown stories. The play's success convinced him to write a couple of other later plays. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Duke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>\nDoctor Grimthorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9043">Ryyla Alder</a><br>\nThe Rev. Cyril Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMorris Carleon : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4535">Brett W. Downey</a><br>\nHastings, the Duke's Secretary : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Stranger / Conjurer : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nPatricia Carleon : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nStage Directions : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\nCoordinated By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/magic-a-fantastic-comedy-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
george bernard shaw goaded already successful essayist novelist chesterton trying hand play 1913 result play examines powers mysteries faith belief religion course magic mixture familiar many father brown stories play s success convinced write couple later plays summary toddhw br br cast list br duke a href https librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br doctor grimthorpe a href https librivox org reader 9043 ryyla alder a br rev cyril smith a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br morris carleon a href https librivox org reader 4535 brett w downey a br hastings duke s secretary a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br stranger conjurer a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br patricia carleon a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8272 haili a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br coordinated by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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8021 |
8640 |
Editor's Tales |
Anthony Trollope |
Short Stories, Published 1800 -1900 |
These 'tales' describe a series of encounters between various magazine editors and those who wish to have their works published. While containing some amusing bits, the tales are relatively grim, compared to most Trollope stories. <br /><br />\n\nThe Turkish Bath: This editor, visiting a Turkish bath, is accosted by an Irish stranger, who, after some conversation, requests to submit a manuscript to the magazine. The editor's reactions to the solicitation and subsequent familiarity with the writer's circumstances forms the frame of the story. Humor arises about the Turkish bathing situation, and the reluctance of editors to make themselves available to amateur writers.<br /><br />\n\nMary Gresley is the rather sad tale of a young girl's giving up her writing career to satisfy the deathbed wish of the curate she was engaged to. The editor, in this tale (and also in the next), became rather involved emotionally with the girl and wished her to continue writing.<br /><br />\n\nJosephine de Montmorenci is actually the proposed pen name of a disabled young lady, who only became acquainted with the editor because her attractive sister in law initiallly pretended to be that author.<br /><br />\n\nThe Panjandrum (meaning 'appearing to be important') is a magazine proposed by a group of literate but incompatible, inexperienced, would-be writers. The clash of personalities brings about the demise of the venture.<br /><br />\n\nThe Spotted Dog offers another writer, down on his luck; he and his wife drink excessively. He had been well educated and the editor offers him the task of indexing the work of a third person, but his drunken wife destroys the manuscript.<br /><br />\n\nMrs. Brumby is the most amusing of the tales. In this one the editor encounters a poor writer who is, unfortunately for him also a remarkably aggressive and ambitious woman. (Summary by Arnold Banner)<p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/an-editors-tales-by-anthony-trollope/ |
tales describe series encounters various magazine editors wish works published containing amusing bits tales relatively grim compared trollope stories br br turkish bath editor visiting turkish bath accosted irish stranger who conversation requests submit manuscript magazine editor s reactions solicitation subsequent familiarity writer s circumstances forms frame story humor arises turkish bathing situation reluctance editors make available amateur writers br br mary gresley rather sad tale young girl s giving writing career satisfy deathbed wish curate engaged to editor tale and also next became rather involved emotionally girl wished continue writing br br josephine de montmorenci actually proposed pen name disabled young lady became acquainted editor attractive sister law initiallly pretended author br br panjandrum meaning appearing important magazine proposed group literate incompatible inexperienced would be writers clash personalities brings demise venture br br spotted dog offers another writer luck wife drink excessively well educated editor offers task indexing work third person drunken wife destroys manuscript br br mrs brumby amusing tales one editor encounters poor writer is unfortunately also remarkably aggressive ambitious woman summary arnold banner p |
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8641 |
Повести покойного Ивана Петровича Белкина |
Alexander Pushkin |
Single Author Collections |
Short stories on the Russian life from early 19 century. The fiction prose of the famous poet. - Summary by xenium5</p> |
Russian |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/belkin-tales-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
short stories russian life early 19 century fiction prose famous poet summary xenium5 p |
| 8088 |
8023 |
8642 |
American Men of Action |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Biography & Autobiography |
In this book, Burton Egbert Stevenson writes a brief biography of some of the most noteworthy men in American history. He begins at the very beginning of the history of America with Christopher Columbus and proceeds forward with the story of people who made America what it is today by their respective vocations. It is interesting to note that the vast majority of the subjects started in poverty and excelled financially and in stature.<br /><br />He makes something that could be very dull, a very readable and enjoyable book. (Summary by William Tomcho)<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/american-men-of-action-by-burton-egbert-stevenson/ |
book burton egbert stevenson writes brief biography noteworthy men american history begins beginning history america christopher columbus proceeds forward story people made america today respective vocations interesting note vast majority subjects started poverty excelled financially stature br br he makes something could dull readable enjoyable book summary william tomcho br br |
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8024 |
8643 |
Legende, mythe en fantazie |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dit boek van Mythe, Legende en Fantazie is een meesterwerk van verdichting - een fijn ciseleerwerk in het zware brons der Nederlandsche taal, een boek van Latijnsch vernuft, waarin de Romaansche teerheid door de stoere Noordertaal niets van haar innigheid en preciositeit verliest. Ellen Fores. (Uit: Den Gulden Winckel 17 (1918)</p> |
Dutch |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/legende-mythe-en-fantazie-by-louis-couperus/ |
dit boek van mythe legende en fantazie een meesterwerk van verdichting een fijn ciseleerwerk het zware brons der nederlandsche taal een boek van latijnsch vernuft waarin de romaansche teerheid door de stoere noordertaal niets van haar innigheid en preciositeit verliest ellen fores uit den gulden winckel 17 1918 p |
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8096 |
8715 |
Man Who Dared a King |
Rev. Gerald T. Brennan |
Religion |
"The Man Who Dared a King" is a simple children's story of St. John Fisher, the heroic bishop who chose Christ over Henry VIII. (Adapted from jacket summary)<p> |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-dared-a-king-by-rev-gerald-t-brennan/ |
the man dared king simple children s story st john fisher heroic bishop chose christ henry viii adapted jacket summary p |
| 8091 |
8025 |
8644 |
Heart's Kingdom (version 2 dramatic reading) |
Maria Thompson Daviess |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Charlotte Powers is a woman who loves life, and is set to marry Nickols just as soon as she can figure herself out. However, coming home and meeting the charismatic pastor that seems to have influenced all her friends, tips her worldview, and she doesn't know what to do. Summary by Kristingj<br><br><b>Cast List:<br></b>Charlotte Powers/ Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>\n<br>Rev. Mr. Goodloe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>\n<br>Nickols Powers Jr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a>\n<br>Judge Nickols Powers & Mr. Todd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>Billy Harvey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a>\n<br>Charlotte Morgan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a>\n<br>Martha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>Dabney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>\n<br>Mammy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a>\n<br>Harriet Henderson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a>\n<br>Letitia Cockrell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>\n<br>Mother Spurlock & Doctor Harding: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a>\n<br>The Stray & Hiram Turner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9705">Carol Eades King</a>\n<br>Mikey & Mark Morgan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10005">michaelcjohnson</a>\n<br>Jessie Litton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a>\n<br>Nell Morgan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a>\n<br>Mrs. Sproul: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a>\n<br>Jacob Ensley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a>\n<br>Mr Jeffries & Jed Bangs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a>\n<br>Mrs. Cockrella, Mrs. Kelly, Mrs. Burns & Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a>\n<br>James, Old Man, Bill & A man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>\n<br>Sue & Old Hiram: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9884">Xenablue</a>\n<br>Hampton Dibrell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>\n<br>Governor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a>\n<br>Jimmy Morgan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi</a>\n<br>Mrs.Bangs & Clifton Grey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>\n<br>Judge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9318">Zach K.</a>\n<br>A woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>\n<br>Songs Rev. Mr. Goodloe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a>\n<br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-hearts-kingdom-by-maria-thompson-daviess-2/ |
charlotte powers woman loves life set marry nickols soon figure out however coming home meeting charismatic pastor seems influenced friends tips worldview know do summary kristingj br br b cast list br b charlotte powers narrator a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br rev mr goodloe a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br nickols powers jr a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br judge nickols powers mr todd a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br billy harvey a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br charlotte morgan a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br martha a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br dabney a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br mammy a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyn carlyle a br harriet henderson a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br letitia cockrell a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br mother spurlock doctor harding a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br the stray hiram turner a href https librivox org reader 9705 carol eades king a br mikey mark morgan a href https librivox org reader 10005 michaelcjohnson a br jessie litton a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br nell morgan a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs sproul a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br jacob ensley a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br mr jeffries jed bangs a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br mrs cockrella mrs kelly mrs burns old woman a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br james old man bill man a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br sue old hiram a href https librivox org reader 9884 xenablue a br hampton dibrell a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br governor a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br jimmy morgan a href https librivox org reader 9881 roohi a br mrs bangs clifton grey a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br judge a href https librivox org reader 9318 zach k a br a woman a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br songs rev mr goodloe a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br |
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8026 |
8645 |
Life of Saint Monica |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
This book is above all things the story of a mother. But it is also the story of a noble woman—a woman who was truly great, for the reason that she never sought to be so. Because she understood the sphere in which a woman's work in the world must usually lie, and led her life truly along the lines that God had laid down for her; because she suffered bravely, forgot herself for others, and remained faithful to her noble ideals, she ruled as a queen amongst those with whom her life was cast. Her influence was great and far-reaching, but she herself was the last to suspect it, the last to desire it, and that was perhaps the secret of its greatness. The type is rare at the present day, but, thank God! there are Monicas still in the world. If there were more, the world would be a better place. - Summary from the book<p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-saint-monica-by-francis-alice-forbes/ |
book things story mother also story noble woman a woman truly great reason never sought so understood sphere woman s work world must usually lie led life truly along lines god laid her suffered bravely forgot others remained faithful noble ideals ruled queen amongst life cast influence great far reaching last suspect it last desire it perhaps secret greatness type rare present day but thank god monicas still world more world would better place summary book p |
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8027 |
8646 |
Aesthetic as Science of Expression and General Linguistic |
Benedetto Croce |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
One of the earliest works of this Italian philosopher and literary critic, Aesthetic as Science of Expression and General Linguistic marks the beginning of Croce's elaboration of his highly influential ideas of aesthetics. Croce defines art in terms of intuition and expression, thus replacing beauty as the primary criterion for aesthetic evaluation. - Summary by Mary J</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/aesthetic-as-science-of-expression-and-general-linguistic-by-benedetto-croce-2/ |
one earliest works italian philosopher literary critic aesthetic science expression general linguistic marks beginning croce s elaboration highly influential ideas aesthetics croce defines art terms intuition expression thus replacing beauty primary criterion aesthetic evaluation summary mary j p |
| 8094 |
8028 |
8647 |
Essays and Dialogues |
Giacomo Leopardi |
Essays & Short Works |
"We would no more choose to feed the minds of our countrymen and women with the despairing utterances of the pessimist poet, than we would their bodies with hasheesh. Such melancholy as his clothed in such eloquent words may be the luxury of the idle; it is poison to those who have work to do in the world. It shuts out hope, the very spring of energy; it makes the cheerful steady pursuit of duty a thing utterly beyond human powers. For we can none of us stand alone. Either in human or divine love we must find the mainspring of all life worth living. There must be something outside of ourselves which we regard not with despair, but with hope." -- Handwritten dedication in the book, dated Feb. 19th, 1883</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/essays-and-dialogues-by-giacomo-leopardi/ |
we would choose feed minds countrymen women despairing utterances pessimist poet would bodies hasheesh melancholy clothed eloquent words may luxury idle poison work world shuts hope spring energy makes cheerful steady pursuit duty thing utterly beyond human powers none us stand alone either human divine love must find mainspring life worth living must something outside regard despair hope handwritten dedication book dated feb 19th 1883 p |
| 8095 |
8029 |
8648 |
Life of Chopin |
Franz Liszt |
Memoirs |
Chopin was a romantic era Polish composer. This work is a memoir by Liszt who knew Chopin both as man and artist. This memoir gives a unique understanding to the psychological character of the compositions of Chopin. It also offers Liszt's insight into some of Chopin's polonaises, especially the grand polonaise in F sharp minor. Liszt explains the strange emotion "ZAL" which is inclosed in his compositions. Then, presents a brief sketch on the lives of other great people in Chopin's circle. After that, Liszt discusses Chopin's fame and early life. Finally, Liszt gives a detailed account on Chopin's sufferings due to ill health and the unfortunate departure of the great composer. - Summary by Λ</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-chopin-by-franz-liszt/ |
chopin romantic era polish composer work memoir liszt knew chopin man artist memoir gives unique understanding psychological character compositions chopin also offers liszt s insight chopin s polonaises especially grand polonaise f sharp minor liszt explains strange emotion zal inclosed compositions then presents brief sketch lives great people chopin s circle that liszt discusses chopin s fame early life finally liszt gives detailed account chopin s sufferings due ill health unfortunate departure great composer summary λ p |
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8030 |
8649 |
Little Candy Book for a Little Girl |
Amy Lane Waterman |
General, Reference |
Join Betsey Bobbitt, a girl with an undeniable sweet tooth, as she discovers new recipes for candy and sweets to make with the reader. An entertaining cookbook with a narrative! (Summary by Mary Kay)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-candy-book-for-a-little-girl-by-amy-lane-waterman/ |
join betsey bobbitt girl undeniable sweet tooth discovers new recipes candy sweets make reader entertaining cookbook narrative summary mary kay p |
| 8097 |
8154 |
8775 |
Bible For Young People Vol. 1 |
Anonymous |
Religion |
"The Bible for Young People tells the sweet and simple stories of the Bible in the Bible language, omitting only genealogies and doctrines, and whatever is generally regarded as unprofitable to young readers. Moreover, it is so divided into subjects, forming complete stories, that the child will be interested in every part of it. ...<p>\n\nVerse divisions have been disregarded, and a totally new system of chapters introduced in place of the familiar ones, and it is hoped that this novelty will give fresh interest to the old book. One of the features which will be appreciated is the table of contents, giving the subject of each book and its subdivisions, so that one may readily turn to any Bible story of which he is in search.<p>\n\nWith great discrimination and sympathy, the compiler, Mrs. Joseph B. Gilder, has accomplished this task, and the book now stands as the embodiment of what is universally considered the best in the Bible for young people, "best" meaning here what is most suited to the minds of girls and boys and appropriate to their moral range. " Volume 1 comprises the stories of the Old Testament. - Publisher's note<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-for-young-people-volume-1-by-anonymous/ |
the bible young people tells sweet simple stories bible bible language omitting genealogies doctrines whatever generally regarded unprofitable young readers moreover divided subjects forming complete stories child interested every part it p verse divisions disregarded totally new system chapters introduced place familiar ones hoped novelty give fresh interest old book one features appreciated table contents giving subject book subdivisions one may readily turn bible story search p great discrimination sympathy compiler mrs joseph b gilder accomplished task book stands embodiment universally considered best bible young people best meaning suited minds girls boys appropriate moral range volume 1 comprises stories old testament publisher s note p |
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8031 |
8650 |
Art of War (Version 4) |
Sun Tzu 孙武 |
War & Military |
The Art of War is an ancient Chinese military treatise attributed to Sun Tzu, a high-ranking military general, strategist and tactician. The text is composed of 13 chapters, each devoted to one aspect of warfare. It is commonly considered to be the definitive work on military strategy and tactics of its time. It has been the most famous and influential of China's Seven Military Classics, and "for the last two thousand years it remained the most important military treatise in Asia, where even the common people knew it by name." It has had an influence on Eastern and Western military thinking, business tactics, legal strategy and beyond. - Summary by Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-war-version-4-by-sun-tzu/ |
art war ancient chinese military treatise attributed sun tzu high ranking military general strategist tactician text composed 13 chapters devoted one aspect warfare commonly considered definitive work military strategy tactics time famous influential china s seven military classics for last two thousand years remained important military treatise asia even common people knew name influence eastern western military thinking business tactics legal strategy beyond summary wikipedia p |
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8032 |
8651 |
Imaginary Conversations (Dramatic Reading) |
Walter Savage Landor |
Dramatic Readings, Historical Fiction |
This is a group of Imaginary Conversations by Walter Savage Landor. It is a series of dialogues of historical and mythical characters. Marcellus and Hannibal, Queen Elizabeth and Cecil, Peter the Great and Alexis, Louis XIV and Father La Chaise, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn are just a few of the delights on offer. Plenty to choose from and some great reads. - Summary by Michele Eaton <br /><br />\n\n<b>Cast List:</b><br>\nLandor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">pjmorgan </a><br>\n\nMarcellus:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9181 "> SirQueezle </a><br>\nHannibal: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7848 "> bala </a><br>\nThe Surgeon: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9486 "> CharlieOldfield </a><br>\nGaulish Chieftain: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\n\nElizabeth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">pjmorgan </a><br>\nCecil:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3595 "> Martin Geeson </a><br>\n\nTiberius:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9647 "> Joseph Tabler </a><br>\nVipsania: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7679 "> Libby Gohn </a><br>\n\nEpictetus:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9647 "> Joseph Tabler </a><br>\nSeneca: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\n\nPeter the Great: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nAlexis:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10143 "> Ashur Gharavi </a><br>\nChancellor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9486 "> CharlieOldfield </a><br>\n\nLouis XlV: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nFather La Chaise:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\n\nHenry Vlll: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9486 "> CharlieOldfield </a><br>\nAnne Boleyn: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\n\nJoseph Scaliger:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10126 "> ismailuser55 </a><br>\nMontaigne: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8172 "> AlanW </a><br>\nOld Woman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n\nBoccaccio:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10126 "> ismailuser55 </a><br>\nPetrarca:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nAmadeo: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8172 "> AlanW </a><br>\n\nMetellus:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ "> Brett G. Hirsch </a><br>\nMarius: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8172 "> AlanW </a><br>\n\nBossuet:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nDuchess De Fontanges: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8923 "> Sarah Terry </a><br>\n\nJohn of Gaunt:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10445 "> Michael6230 </a><br>\nJoanna of Kent: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6544 "> Amanda Friday </a><br>\n\nLady Lisle: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8009 "> Frances Brown </a><br>\nElizabeth Gaunt: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1259 ">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n\nEmpress Catharine: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6544 "> Amanda Friday </a><br>\nPrincess Dashkof: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8923 "> Sarah Terry </a><br>\n\nLeofric: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nGodiva: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7708 "> Savannah </a><br>\nBishop: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6065 "> David Olson </a><br>\n\nEssex : <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10420 "> Jack Albert </a><br>\nSpenser:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n\nWilliam Wallace:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10269 ">Zee Martin </a><br>\nKing Edward 1:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ "> Brett G. Hirsch </a><br>\n\nArchbishop Boulter:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7510 "> Kathrine Engan </a><br>\nPhilip Savage:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\n\nLord Bacon:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nRichard Hooker: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\n\nGeneral Lacy:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nCura Merino:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10357 "> Mike Harris </a><br>\n\nOliver Cromwell:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10445 "> Michael6230 </a><br>\nWalter Noble:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\n\nLord Brooke: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\nSir Philip Sidney:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\n\nSouthey: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\nPorson:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n\nAbbe Delille:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10445 "> Michael6230 </a><br>\nWalter Landor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\n\nDiogenes:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nPlato:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9181 "> SirQueezle </a><br>\n\nBarrow: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\nNewton:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9179 "> inflected </a><br>\n\nScipio:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nPolybius:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nPanaetius:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\n\nDavid Hume:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\nJohn Home:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10262 "> Nicholas Rao </a><br>\n\nAlfieri:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nSalomon :<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ "> Brett G. Hirsch </a><br>\n\nRousseau:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\nMalesherbes:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n\nLucullus:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nCaesar:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ "> Brett G. Hirsch </a><br>\n\nEpicurus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/543 "> Ted Delorme</a><br>\nLeontion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">pjmorgan </a><br>\nTernissa: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nFather: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6065 "> David Olson </a><br>\nDaughter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\n\nMarcus Tullius:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nQuinctus Cicero:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br><br />BC, Editor, Narrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nEditor, PL:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9759 "> Kim </a><br>\nEditor, PL:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7510 "> Kathrine Engan </a><br>\nPL:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5796 "> Linette Geisel </a><br>\n |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/imaginary-conversations-dramatic-reading-by-walter-savage-landor/ |
group imaginary conversations walter savage landor series dialogues historical mythical characters marcellus hannibal queen elizabeth cecil peter great alexis louis xiv father la chaise henry viii anne boleyn delights offer plenty choose great reads summary michele eaton br br b cast list b br landor a href https librivox org reader 9023 pjmorgan a br marcellus a href https librivox org reader 9181 sirqueezle a br hannibal a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br surgeon a href https librivox org reader 9486 charlieoldfield a br gaulish chieftain a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br elizabeth a href https librivox org reader 9023 pjmorgan a br cecil a href https librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br tiberius a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br vipsania a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br epictetus a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br seneca a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br peter great a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br alexis a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br chancellor a href https librivox org reader 9486 charlieoldfield a br louis xlv a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br father la chaise a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br henry vlll a href https librivox org reader 9486 charlieoldfield a br anne boleyn a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br joseph scaliger a href https librivox org reader 10126 ismailuser55 a br montaigne a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br old woman a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br boccaccio a href https librivox org reader 10126 ismailuser55 a br petrarca a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br amadeo a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br metellus a href https librivox org reader brett g hirsch a br marius a href https librivox org reader 8172 alanw a br bossuet a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br duchess de fontanges a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br john gaunt a href https librivox org reader 10445 michael6230 a br joanna kent a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br lady lisle a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br elizabeth gaunt a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br empress catharine a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br princess dashkof a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br leofric a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br godiva a href https librivox org reader 7708 savannah a br bishop a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br essex a href https librivox org reader 10420 jack albert a br spenser a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br william wallace a href https librivox org reader 10269 zee martin a br king edward 1 a href https librivox org reader brett g hirsch a br archbishop boulter a href https 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librivox org reader 9181 sirqueezle a br barrow a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br newton a href https librivox org reader 9179 inflected a br scipio a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br polybius a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br panaetius a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br david hume a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br john home a href https librivox org reader 10262 nicholas rao a br alfieri a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br salomon a href https librivox org reader brett g hirsch a br rousseau a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br malesherbes a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br lucullus a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br caesar a href https librivox org reader brett g hirsch a br epicurus a href https librivox org reader 543 ted delorme a br leontion a href https librivox org reader 9023 pjmorgan a br ternissa a href 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8033 |
8652 |
Colonel's Dream |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
In this novel, Chesnutt described the hopelessness of Reconstruction in a post-Civil War South that was bent on reestablishing the former status quo and rebuilding itself as a region of the United States where new forms of "slavery" would replace the old. This novel illustrated how race hatred and the impotence of a reluctant Federal Government trumped the rule of law, ultimately setting the stage for the rise of institutions such as Jim Crow, lynching, chain gangs and work farms--all established with the intent of disenfranchising African Americans. - Summary by James K. White</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-colonels-dream-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
novel chesnutt described hopelessness reconstruction post civil war south bent reestablishing former status quo rebuilding region united states new forms slavery would replace old novel illustrated race hatred impotence reluctant federal government trumped rule law ultimately setting stage rise institutions jim crow lynching chain gangs work farms all established intent disenfranchising african americans summary james k white p |
| 8101 |
8034 |
8653 |
Seaboard Parish |
George MacDonald |
Christian Fiction |
This is Second book of Three series. All the same characters from the first book, just with a few new friends and family members. The Pastor moves up by the Sea and starts preaching at the Parish there. He and his wife have two daughters by now, who he loves so much. One of his daughters is ill, so they go to the Sea thinking the fresh air air will improve her health. While they are there, they meet an Artist whose gentlemanly ways, and strong personality wins the family's hearts, especially one of the daughter's heart. They have many adventures in the Parish. Filled with many heartwarming moments, and daring adventure.</p>The trilogy:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/annals-of-a-quiet-neighbourhood-by-george-macdonald/">Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/the-seaboard-parish-by-george-macdonald/">The Seaboard Parish</a><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/the-vicars-daughter-by-george-macdonald/">The Vicar's Daughter</a>\n |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-seaboard-parish-by-george-macdonald/ |
second book three series characters first book new friends family members pastor moves sea starts preaching parish there wife two daughters now loves much one daughters ill go sea thinking fresh air air improve health there meet artist whose gentlemanly ways strong personality wins family s hearts especially one daughter s heart many adventures parish filled many heartwarming moments daring adventure p the trilogy br a href https librivox org annals of a quiet neighbourhood by george macdonald annals quiet neighbourhood a br a href https librivox org the seaboard parish by george macdonald the seaboard parish a br a href http librivox org the vicars daughter by george macdonald the vicar s daughter a |
| 8102 |
8035 |
8654 |
Pilgrim's Progress (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
John Bunyan |
Dramatic Readings, Christian Fiction |
Probably the most famous allegory ever written of the Christian life, The Pilgrim's Progress follows the journey of Christian from his first encounter with the Evangelist, through his trials and doubts and as he meets various people who help and hinder him in his journey towards the Celestial City to meet his King. Part 2 follows the journey of Christian's wife and sons as they follow him along the same path past the Slough of Despond, the Castle Despair and Vanity Fair.<br><br>\n\nThis version was edited in 1909 by the Rev. Jesse Lyman Hurlbut to update some of the more archaic language and streamline the theological arguments to make them more accessible to lay readers. His aim was "not to re-write the Pilgrim's Progress, for that would destroy its greatest charm, but to change the words here and there to simpler ones... to make it plain and interesting". Dramatized with voices to distinguish the main characters, we hope to make this classic accessible to people of all ages. (Summary by Beth Thomas ) \n\n<BR><BR><b>Cast list:</b><BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>\nChristian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nChristiana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nMercy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">WoollyBee</a><br>\nFaithful: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8396">gloriousjob</a><br>\nHopeful: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>\nGreat-Heart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8803">Ben Lindsey-Clark</a><br>\nValiant-for-Truth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\n\nAdditional voices by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8681">Allie Christy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9443">Betsy Cooley</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9041">Gideon Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">EstherbenSimonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">Fiddlesticks</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J.</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9308">indiascaarlett</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8917">MaryAnne</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9311">Ivory Ballard</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerlow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia </a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">K.Hand</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9040">E. Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9052">Piper Reed</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8682">Todd Jenken</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a>.<br> Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a><br><br> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-pilgrims-progress-version-3-by-jesse-lyman-hurlbut/ |
probably famous allegory ever written christian life pilgrim s progress follows journey christian first encounter evangelist trials doubts meets various people help hinder journey towards celestial city meet king part 2 follows journey christian s wife sons follow along path past slough despond castle despair vanity fair br br version edited 1909 rev jesse lyman hurlbut update archaic language streamline theological arguments make accessible lay readers aim not re write pilgrim s progress would destroy greatest charm change words simpler ones make plain interesting dramatized voices distinguish main characters hope make classic accessible people ages summary beth thomas br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br christian a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br christiana a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mercy a href https librivox org reader 8012 woollybee a br faithful a href https librivox org reader 8396 gloriousjob a br hopeful a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br great heart a href https librivox org reader 8803 ben lindsey clark a br valiant for truth a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br additional voices by a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href https librivox org reader 8681 allie christy a a href https librivox org reader 9443 betsy cooley a a href https librivox org reader 9041 gideon snow a a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a a href https librivox org reader 8886 estherbensimonides a a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a a href https librivox org reader 7730 fiddlesticks a a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a a href https librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a a href https librivox org reader 9308 indiascaarlett a a href https librivox org reader 8917 maryanne a a href https librivox org reader 9311 ivory ballard a a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerlow a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 8677 k hand a a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyn carlyle a a href https librivox org reader 9052 piper reed a a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a a href https librivox org reader 8682 todd jenken a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a br br |
| 8103 |
8036 |
8655 |
American Civil War Collection, Volume 1 |
Various |
History |
Compilation of American Civil War related poems and short works of literature. Summary by Bill2147</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/american-civil-war-collection-volume-1-by-various/ |
compilation american civil war related poems short works literature summary bill2147 p |
| 8104 |
8044 |
8663 |
Andersonville Diary, Escape And List Of The Dead |
John L. Ransom |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
John L. Ransom was the quartermaster of Company A, 9th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry during the American Civil War and a Union prisoner in the infamous Confederate prison at Andersonville, Georgia. This is his diary which he published some few years after the end of the Civil War. Note that in pages 193 through 301 are included 1) List of the Dead and 2) Recapitulation of Deaths By States; both of these sections are omitted from this Librivox reading.</p>\nThe Andersonville National Historic Site, located near Andersonville, Georgia, preserves the former Camp Sumter (also known as Andersonville Prison), a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp during the American Civil War…. The site is an iconic reminder of the horrors of Civil War prisons. It was commanded by Major Henry Wirz, who was tried and executed after the war for murder. It was overcrowded to four times its capacity, with inadequate water supply, reduction in food rations, and unsanitary conditions. Of the approximately 45,000 Union prisoners held at Camp Sumter during the war, nearly 13,000 men died. The chief causes of death were scurvy, diarrhea, and dysentery. Friends provided care, food, and moral support for others in their social network, which helped a prisoner survive. For the highlights of the trial of Henry Wirz see Librivox recording <a href="https://librivox.org/henry-wirz-commander-of-andersonville-confederate-prison-trial-and-execution-by-united-states-army-staff-judge-advocate/">Henry Wirz, Commander of Andersonville Confederate Prison: Trial and Execution (Excerpt from Trial Of Henry Wirz)</a> by United States Army Staff Judge Advocate. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/andersonvile-diary-escape-and-list-of-the-dead-by-john-l-ransom/ |
john l ransom quartermaster company a 9th michigan volunteer cavalry american civil war union prisoner infamous confederate prison andersonville georgia diary published years end civil war note pages 193 301 included 1 list dead 2 recapitulation deaths states sections omitted librivox reading p andersonville national historic site located near andersonville georgia preserves former camp sumter also known andersonville prison confederate prisoner of war camp american civil war site iconic reminder horrors civil war prisons commanded major henry wirz tried executed war murder overcrowded four times capacity inadequate water supply reduction food rations unsanitary conditions approximately 45 000 union prisoners held camp sumter war nearly 13 000 men died chief causes death scurvy diarrhea dysentery friends provided care food moral support others social network helped prisoner survive highlights trial henry wirz see librivox recording a href https librivox org henry wirz commander of andersonville confederate prison trial and execution by united states army staff judge advocate henry wirz commander andersonville confederate prison trial execution excerpt trial henry wirz a united states army staff judge advocate summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8105 |
8037 |
8656 |
From Dictatorship to Democracy (version 2) |
Gene Sharp |
Political Science |
<i>From Dictatorship to Democracy, A Conceptual Framework for Liberation</i> is a book-length essay on the generic problem of how to destroy a dictatorship and to prevent the rise of a new one. The book was written in 1993 by Gene Sharp (b. 1928), a professor of political science at the University of Massachusetts. The book has been published in many countries worldwide and translated into more than 30 languages. Editions in many languages are also published by the Albert Einstein Institution of Boston, Massachusetts. This is the Fourth United States Edition, published in May 2010. The book has been circulated worldwide and cited repeatedly as influencing movements such as the Arab Spring of 2010–2012. - Summary by Wikipedia<br/><br/>This second version is newly recorded, with a faster reading pace than the first version.<p> |
English |
2010 |
https://librivox.org/from-dictatorship-to-democracy-version-2-by-gene-sharp/ |
i from dictatorship democracy conceptual framework liberation i book length essay generic problem destroy dictatorship prevent rise new one book written 1993 gene sharp b 1928 professor political science university massachusetts book published many countries worldwide translated 30 languages editions many languages also published albert einstein institution boston massachusetts fourth united states edition published may 2010 book circulated worldwide cited repeatedly influencing movements arab spring 2010 2012 summary wikipedia br br this second version newly recorded faster reading pace first version p |
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8038 |
8657 |
Blottentots and How to Make Them |
John Prosper Carmel |
Poetry, Crafts & Hobbies |
<br />This is very short, but it is a book with lots of pictures, and it will be even better if you can look at the pictures in the book at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44898">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44898</a> while you listen to the verses.<br /><br />\n\nThere are many short verses: the first verses tell you how to make a blottentot with a blot of ink on a piece of paper. You then fold the paper and press it gently to spread out the ink into peculiar shapes. The rest of the verses describe the funny creatures which you can make. I'm sure it could also be done with different colours using thin paint instead of ink, and it looks a lot of fun!<br /><br />\n\nThe author John Prosper Carmel is believed to be a pseudonym of Raymond Carter, who was the calligrapher, but of whom also nothing is known. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/blottentots-by-john-prosper-carmel/ |
br this short book lots pictures even better look pictures book a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 44898 http www gutenberg org ebooks 44898 a listen verses br br many short verses first verses tell make blottentot blot ink piece paper fold paper press gently spread ink peculiar shapes rest verses describe funny creatures make i m sure could also done different colours using thin paint instead ink looks lot fun br br author john prosper carmel believed pseudonym raymond carter calligrapher also nothing known summary ruth golding br br |
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8039 |
8658 |
Montcalm and Wolfe |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
History |
Francis Parkman (1823-1893) has been hailed as one of America's great nineteenth century historians, along with William Prescott, John Lothrop Motley, George Bancroft, and Henry Adams. He is a master of narrative history and is most known for his "The Oregon Trail" and his seven volume work on the history of the French and English in North America. "Montcalm and Wolfe", the seventh and last volume of the series, covers the conflict between England and France for supremacy in the New World from 1745 to 1884. The Seven Years War (the French and Indian War in the United States) is the denouement of this 200 year struggle with General Wolfe dying on the Plains of Abraham at the moment of victory. - Summary by Richard Carpenter<BR><BR>Preface read by Richard Carpenter; book chapter read by Brendan Stallard.</p>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/ |
francis parkman 1823 1893 hailed one america s great nineteenth century historians along william prescott john lothrop motley george bancroft henry adams master narrative history known the oregon trail seven volume work history french english north america montcalm wolfe seventh last volume series covers conflict england france supremacy new world 1745 1884 seven years war the french indian war united states denouement 200 year struggle general wolfe dying plains abraham moment victory summary richard carpenter br br preface read richard carpenter book chapter read brendan stallard p a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
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8040 |
8659 |
Uncle Joe's Stories |
Edward Knatchbull-Hugesson |
Short Stories |
This is an entertaining collection of varying stories recounted as only a master storyteller could deliver them. (Summary by Allyson Hester)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-joes-stories-by-edward-knatchbull-hugesson/ |
entertaining collection varying stories recounted master storyteller could deliver them summary allyson hester p |
| 8109 |
8041 |
8660 |
Wybrane opowiadania, część 1 |
Stefan Grabiński |
Travel Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Wybór historii pochodzących z tomu opowiadań "Demon Ruchu" osadzonego w środowisku kolejowym. Jaka motywacja popycha maszynistę Grota do jego dziwnych działań? Czego z taką obawą wypatrują pracownicy na dworcu w Horsku? Jak pobyt na odosobnionym torze wpływa na pociąg? Na te i kilka innych pytań odpowiedzą opowiadania polskiego fantasty z okresu międzywojennego Stefana Grabińskiego.<br></br><b>Selected Short Stories, Part 1</b></br>A collection of railway-themed supernatural stories. - Summary by Piotr Nater<p> |
Polish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/wybrane-opowiadania-by-stefan-grabinski/ |
wybór historii pochodzących z tomu opowiadań demon ruchu osadzonego w środowisku kolejowym jaka motywacja popycha maszynistę grota jego dziwnych działań czego z taką obawą wypatrują pracownicy na dworcu w horsku jak pobyt na odosobnionym torze wpływa na pociąg na te kilka innych pytań odpowiedzą opowiadania polskiego fantasty z okresu międzywojennego stefana grabińskiego br br b selected short stories part 1 b br a collection railway themed supernatural stories summary piotr nater p |
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8042 |
8661 |
Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure |
Set in the late twelfth century during the Third Crusade, the Norman Conquest having occured not much more than a hundred years ago, Winning His Spurs is a tale of Christian heroism. Cuthbert, a fifteen-year-old village boy whose life is rather dull, is given his life's dream when, after showing heroic bravery in saving Margaret, the daughter of the Earl of Evesham, from Wortham Hold, he is hired as the page of the earl to serve in the war against the Muslims occupying Jerusalem. This brave young boy serves as a soldier in the Crusade, commits acts of heroism, rescues a Princess, and eventually, he "wins his spurs" as a knight and is promoted to Earl of Evesham himself! Are you ready to join Cuthbert and learn of his exciting adventures?</br>\nSummary by Austin Gasiecki</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/winning-his-spurs-a-tale-of-the-crusades-by-g-a-henty/ |
set late twelfth century third crusade norman conquest occured much hundred years ago winning spurs tale christian heroism cuthbert fifteen year old village boy whose life rather dull given life s dream when showing heroic bravery saving margaret daughter earl evesham wortham hold hired page earl serve war muslims occupying jerusalem brave young boy serves soldier crusade commits acts heroism rescues princess eventually wins spurs knight promoted earl evesham himself ready join cuthbert learn exciting adventures br summary austin gasiecki p |
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8045 |
8664 |
Volpone, or, The Fox |
Ben Jonson |
Comedy |
Volpone is a comedy by Ben Jonson first produced in 1606, drawing on elements of city comedy and beast fable. A merciless satire of greed and lust, it remains Jonson's most-performed play, and it is among the finest Jacobean Era comedies. Volpone is a Venetian gentleman who pretends to be on his deathbed, after a long illness, in order to dupe Voltore, Corbaccio, and Corvino, three men who aspire to inherit his fortune. In their turns, each man arrives to Volpone’s house bearing a luxurious gift, intent upon having his name inscribed to the will of Volpone, as his heir. Mosca, Volpone’s parasite servant, encourages each man, Voltore, Corbaccio, and Corvino, to believe that he has been named heir to Volpone’s fortune; in the course of which, Mosca persuades Corbaccio to disinherit his own son in favour of Volpone. - Summary by Wikipedia\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nVolpone, a magnifico: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/474">Zachary Brewster-Geisz</a><br>\nMosca, his parasite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nVoltore, an advocate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nCorbaccio, an old gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nCorvino, a merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nBonario, son to Corbaccio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSir Politick Would-Be, a knight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPeregrine, a gentleman traveler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9179">inflected</a><br>\nNano, a dwarf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>\nCastrone, an eunuch / Fourth Avocatore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nAndrogyno, an hermaphrodite / Notario, the register: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nLady Would-Be, Sir Politick's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>\nCelia, Corvino's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>\nFirst Waiting-Woman / Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nFirst Avocatore / First Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nSecond Avocatore / Second Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br>\nThird Avocatore / Third Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\nand : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nCoordinated By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1607 |
https://librivox.org/volpone-or-the-fox-by-ben-jonson/ |
volpone comedy ben jonson first produced 1606 drawing elements city comedy beast fable merciless satire greed lust remains jonson s most performed play among finest jacobean era comedies volpone venetian gentleman pretends deathbed long illness order dupe voltore corbaccio corvino three men aspire inherit fortune turns man arrives volpone s house bearing luxurious gift intent upon name inscribed volpone heir mosca volpone s parasite servant encourages man voltore corbaccio corvino believe named heir volpone s fortune course which mosca persuades corbaccio disinherit son favour volpone summary wikipedia br br cast list br volpone magnifico a href https librivox org reader 474 zachary brewster geisz a br mosca parasite a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br voltore advocate a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br corbaccio old gentleman a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br corvino merchant a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br bonario son corbaccio a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sir politick would be knight a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br peregrine gentleman traveler a href https librivox org reader 9179 inflected a br nano dwarf a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br castrone eunuch fourth avocatore a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br androgyno hermaphrodite notario register a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br lady would be sir politick s wife a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br celia corvino s wife a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br first waiting woman servant a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br first avocatore first merchant a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br second avocatore second merchant a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br third avocatore third merchant a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br coordinated by a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br |
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8046 |
8665 |
Growth of a Soul |
August Strindberg |
Biography & Autobiography |
Johan August Strindberg was a Swedish playwright who has had many of his works read into Librivox by volunteers. From his earliest work, Strindberg developed forms of dramatic action, language, and visual composition so innovative that many were to become technically possible to stage only with the advent of film. He is considered the "father" of modern Swedish literature. The Growth of a Soul is Strindberg's own literary autobiography and recreation of the spirit of the times at Upsala University and his attempts to become a literary artist. The work ends with the publication of his novel The Red Room (1879). It is the autobiography of a thinking soul. He discusses the works of such souls as Friedrich Schiller (1788-1805), Christopher Jacob Boström (1797-1866), Soren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) and Henry Thomas Buckle (1821-1862).(Wikipedia and Soupy)<br><br><i>The history of the development of a soul can be sometimes written by giving a simple bibliography; for a man who lives in a narrow circle and never meets great men personally, seeks to make their acquaintance through books. The fact that the same books do not make the same impression, nor have the same effect upon all, shows their relative powerlessness to convert anybody. For example, we call the criticism with which we agree good; the criticism which contradicts our views is bad. Thus we seem to be educated with preconceived views, and the book which strengthens, expresses and develops these makes an impression on us. The danger of a one-sided education through books is that most books, especially those composed at the end of an era, and at the university, are antiquated. The youth who has received old ideals from his parents and teachers is accordingly necessarily out of date before his education is completed. When he enters manhood, he is generally obliged to fling away his whole stock of old ideas, and be born again, as it were. Time has gone by him, while he was reading the old books, and he finds himself a stranger among his contemporaries.</i> August Strindberg<br><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/growth-of-a-soul-by-august-strindberg/ |
johan august strindberg swedish playwright many works read librivox volunteers earliest work strindberg developed forms dramatic action language visual composition innovative many become technically possible stage advent film considered father modern swedish literature growth soul strindberg s literary autobiography recreation spirit times upsala university attempts become literary artist work ends publication novel red room 1879 autobiography thinking soul discusses works souls friedrich schiller 1788 1805 christopher jacob boström 1797 1866 soren kierkegaard 1813 1855 henry thomas buckle 1821 1862 wikipedia soupy br br i the history development soul sometimes written giving simple bibliography man lives narrow circle never meets great men personally seeks make acquaintance books fact books make impression effect upon all shows relative powerlessness convert anybody example call criticism agree good criticism contradicts views bad thus seem educated preconceived views book strengthens expresses develops makes impression us danger one sided education books books especially composed end era university antiquated youth received old ideals parents teachers accordingly necessarily date education completed enters manhood generally obliged fling away whole stock old ideas born again were time gone him reading old books finds stranger among contemporaries i august strindberg br br |
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8047 |
8666 |
Under Drake's Flag: A Tale Of The Spanish Main |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
An exciting tale set on the high seas, in a period ruled by exploration, with the ever-present dangers of nature and the weather, together with pirates of the famed Spanish Main. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/under-drakes-flag-a-tale-of-the-spanish-main-by-g-a-henty/ |
exciting tale set high seas period ruled exploration ever present dangers nature weather together pirates famed spanish main summary lynne thompson p |
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8048 |
8667 |
Odisea |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
La Odisea (en griego: Ὀδύσσεια, Odýsseia) es un poema épico griego compuesto por 24 cantos, atribuido al poeta griego Homero. Se cree que fue compuesta en el siglo VIII a. C., en los asentamientos que Grecia tenía en la costa oeste del Asia Menor (actual Turquía asiática). Según otros autores, la Odisea se completa en el siglo VII a. C. a partir de poemas que sólo describían partes de la obra actual. Fue originalmente escrita en lo que se ha llamado dialecto homérico. Narra la vuelta a casa del héroe griego Odiseo (Ulises en latín) tras la Guerra de Troya. Además de haber estado diez años fuera luchando, Odiseo tarda otros diez años en regresar a la isla de Ítaca, donde poseía el título de rey, período durante el cual su hijo Telémaco y su esposa Penélope han de tolerar en su palacio a los pretendientes que buscan desposarla (pues ya creían muerto a Odiseo), al mismo tiempo que consumen los bienes de la familia. (Summary by phileasfogg)</p> |
Spanish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/la-odisea-by-homero/ |
la odisea en griego ὀδύσσεια odýsseia es un poema épico griego compuesto por 24 cantos atribuido al poeta griego homero se cree que fue compuesta en el siglo viii a c en los asentamientos que grecia tenía en la costa oeste del asia menor actual turquía asiática según otros autores la odisea se completa en el siglo vii a c partir de poemas que sólo describían partes de la obra actual fue originalmente escrita en lo que se ha llamado dialecto homérico narra la vuelta casa del héroe griego odiseo ulises en latín tras la guerra de troya además de haber estado diez años fuera luchando odiseo tarda otros diez años en regresar la isla de ítaca donde poseía el título de rey período durante el cual su hijo telémaco su esposa penélope han de tolerar en su palacio los pretendientes que buscan desposarla pues ya creían muerto odiseo al mismo tiempo que consumen los bienes de la familia summary phileasfogg p |
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8668 |
Pearls |
William John Dakin |
Nature |
"The use of pearls as jewels and their recognition as objects of value date back into the far beyond when the histories of ancient peoples were transcribed upon papyrus. It is very likely that pearls were amongst the earliest gems known to man, and this is not surprising when one considers that the earliest dwellers by the sea probably fed upon the shellfish which produce such objects." This book was written by an Australian zoologist with a view to giving the average reader a summary of the most important facts about pearls, pearl fishing and pearl formation. (from "Pearls")</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pearls-by-william-john-dakin/ |
the use pearls jewels recognition objects value date back far beyond histories ancient peoples transcribed upon papyrus likely pearls amongst earliest gems known man surprising one considers earliest dwellers sea probably fed upon shellfish produce objects book written australian zoologist view giving average reader summary important facts pearls pearl fishing pearl formation from pearls p |
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8050 |
8669 |
Randolphs |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
<i>The Randolphs</i> is the sequel to <i>Household Puzzles</i>, and opens shortly after the previous book ends. It follows the "leadings of the Randolph family", as Tom puts it in the last chapter. Helen's discontent with life, Grace's ill-matched engagement, and Maria's self-sufficiency -- how God works all of it out despite the stubbornness of the participants. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-randolphs-by-pansy/ |
i the randolphs i sequel i household puzzles i opens shortly previous book ends follows leadings randolph family tom puts last chapter helen s discontent life grace s ill matched engagement maria s self sufficiency god works despite stubbornness participants summary triciag p |
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8057 |
8676 |
History of the Kings of Britain |
Geoffrey of Monmouth |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Antiquity |
More medieval romance than history, Geoffrey of Monmouth's Historia Regum Britanniae represents the oldest versions we have of many legends of Britain, populated by such characters as the Leir, Cymbeline, Uther and Arthur Pendragon and Cadwallader. This is Giles' 1848 revision of Thompson's 1718 edition. - Summary by SkyRider |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-kings-of-britain-by-geoffrey-of-monmouth/ |
medieval romance history geoffrey monmouth s historia regum britanniae represents oldest versions many legends britain populated characters leir cymbeline uther arthur pendragon cadwallader giles 1848 revision thompson s 1718 edition summary skyrider |
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8178 |
8799 |
House of Mirth (Version 3) |
Edith Wharton |
Literary Fiction |
The House of Mirth tells the story of Lily Bart, a woman who is torn between her desire for luxurious living and a relationship based on mutual respect and love. She sabotages all her possible opportunities for a wealthy marriage, loses the esteem of her social circle, and dies young, poor, and alone. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-mirth-version-3-by-edith-wharton/ |
house mirth tells story lily bart woman torn desire luxurious living relationship based mutual respect love sabotages possible opportunities wealthy marriage loses esteem social circle dies young poor alone summary wikipedia p |
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8051 |
8670 |
Dear Brutus (dramatic reading) |
J. M. Barrie |
Dramatic Readings |
At a house in the country 8 guests are invited to enter a magical wood to see what might have happened had they made a different choice in life. Even though they are warned away from the wood, they take a chance and enter. The title comes from Shakespeare: "The fault lies in our selves, dear Brutus, not in our stars...," and summarizes the theme of this play: given a second chance, will people still make the same mistakes? (summary by David O)<br><br>\nMr. Dearth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9173">azureblue</a><br>Mrs. Alice Dearth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Purdie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Mrs. Mabel Purdie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7766">Maryanka</a><br>Mr. Coade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Mrs. Coade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>Lob: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9155">Natalie Paula</a><br>Matey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>Joanna Trout: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>Lady Caroline Laney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>Margaret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>Audio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/dear-brutus-by-j-m-barrie/ |
house country 8 guests invited enter magical wood see might happened made different choice life even though warned away wood take chance enter title comes shakespeare the fault lies selves dear brutus stars summarizes theme play given second chance people still make mistakes summary david o br br mr dearth a href https librivox org reader 9173 azureblue a br mrs alice dearth a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr purdie a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br mrs mabel purdie a href https librivox org reader 7766 maryanka a br mr coade a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs coade a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br lob a href https librivox org reader 9155 natalie paula a br matey a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br joanna trout a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br lady caroline laney a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br margaret a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br narrated a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br br |
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8052 |
8671 |
Dorothy Dixon and the Mystery Plane |
Noel E. Sainsbury, Jr. |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Young peoples book of adventure in aviation with young women in the lead rolls. This is in the earlier days of aviation. - Summary by Susan Morin<p> |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/dorothy-dixon-and-the-mystery-plane-by-dorothy-wayne/ |
young peoples book adventure aviation young women lead rolls earlier days aviation summary susan morin p |
| 8121 |
8053 |
8672 |
Henry IV, A Tragedy in Three Acts |
Luigi Pirandello |
Drama |
<br />A talented actor and historian falls off his horse in a historical pageant while playing the role of Henry IV. When he comes to, he believes himself to be Henry. For the next twenty years his nephew, Count de Nolli, funds an elaborate hoax in a remote villa, where actors play the roles of Henry's privy councillors and simulate the 11th century court.<br/><br/>On request from his dying mother, de Nolli brings a Doctor referred to as the latest in a succession to try to cure Henry (whose real name, if it is not Henry, is never mentioned). All the action of the play occurs in this one day of the visit. - Summary by Wikipedia<br/><br/>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677?primary_key=8677&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">KHand</a><br>Henry IV: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799?primary_key=8799&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Peter Tucker</a><br>The Marchioness Matilda Spina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023?primary_key=9023&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">P. J. Morgan</a><br>Frida: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544?primary_key=6544&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Amanda Friday</a><br>The young Marquis Charles Di Nolli: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1789?primary_key=1789&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Vin Reilly</a><br>Baron Tito Belcredi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6482?primary_key=6482&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Delmar H Dolbier</a><br>Dr. Dionysius Genoni: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754?primary_key=6754&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">ToddHW</a><br>Harold (Frank): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9664?primary_key=9664&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Will Irace</a><br>Landolph (Lolo): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346?primary_key=5346&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>Ordulph (Momo): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446?primary_key=9446&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Berthold (Fino): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842?primary_key=8842&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Mary J</a><br>John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086?primary_key=8086&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Mark Chulsky</a><br>First Valet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9775?primary_key=9775&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Alex Lane</a><br>Second valet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2854?primary_key=2854&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Andrew Coleman</a><br><br>Proof-listened by Jeanie & Roohi<br /><br />\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/henry-iv-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
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8054 |
8673 |
Nightmare Planet |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
In science-fiction, as in all categories of fiction, there are stories that are so outstanding from the standpoint of characterization, concept, and background development that they remain popular for decades. Two such stories were Murray Leinster's The Mad Planet and Red Dust. Originally published in 1923, they have been reprinted frequently both here and abroad. They are now scheduled for book publication. Especially for this magazine, Murray Leinster has written the final story in the series. It is not necessary to have read the previous stories to enjoy this one. Once again, Burl experiences magnificent adventures against a colorful background, but to the whole the author has added philosophical and psychological observations that give this story a flavor seldom achieved in science-fiction. - Summary by Original magazine blurb from Science Fiction Plus, June 1953<p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/nightmare-planet-by-murray-leinster/ |
science fiction categories fiction stories outstanding standpoint characterization concept background development remain popular decades two stories murray leinster s mad planet red dust originally published 1923 reprinted frequently abroad scheduled book publication especially magazine murray leinster written final story series necessary read previous stories enjoy one again burl experiences magnificent adventures colorful background whole author added philosophical psychological observations give story flavor seldom achieved science fiction summary original magazine blurb science fiction plus june 1953 p |
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8055 |
8674 |
Sohn der Hagar |
Paul Keller |
Literary Fiction |
Paul Keller war seinerzeit einer der bekanntesten deutschen Schriftsteller. Der Sohn der Hagar (1907) dreht sich um den jungen Musiker Robert, dessen Ankunft im schlesischen Städtchen Teichau seine ihm bisher unbekannte Familiengeschichte aufrührt. (Zusammenfassung von Carolin) |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/der-sohn-der-hagar-by-paul-keller/ |
paul keller war seinerzeit einer der bekanntesten deutschen schriftsteller der sohn der hagar 1907 dreht sich um den jungen musiker robert dessen ankunft im schlesischen städtchen teichau seine ihm bisher unbekannte familiengeschichte aufrührt zusammenfassung von carolin |
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8056 |
8675 |
Blazing World |
Margaret Lucas Cavendish |
Science Fiction, Published before 1800 |
The Blazing World by Margaret Cavendish is, all at once, a satire, a treatise on natural philosophy, a work of proto-science fiction, and a defiant venture into a scientific world where women were not usually allowed. It tells the tale of a young Lady who is kidnapped by a man that tries to sail away with her. Through divine interference, however, the ship is tossed into a storm and everyone but the Lady perishes. Blown up to the North Pole, she inadvertently passes into to another world, the Blazing World, where she is almost immediately made supreme ruler. As the Lady begins to exercise her will, Cavendish lays out her own Utopia and discusses a wide range of scientific, political, social, and religious topics. But when a war breaks out in her home world, what will the Lady do with all power of the Blazing World behind her? - Summary by Sarah Terry</p> |
English |
1666 |
https://librivox.org/the-blazing-world-by-margaret-cavendish-duchess-of-newcastle/ |
blazing world margaret cavendish is once satire treatise natural philosophy work proto science fiction defiant venture scientific world women usually allowed tells tale young lady kidnapped man tries sail away her divine interference however ship tossed storm everyone lady perishes blown north pole inadvertently passes another world blazing world almost immediately made supreme ruler lady begins exercise will cavendish lays utopia discusses wide range scientific political social religious topics war breaks home world lady power blazing world behind her summary sarah terry p |
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8186 |
8807 |
Eryxias |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Business & Economics, Ancient |
Eryxias (ΕΡΥΞΙΑΣ) may not have been written by Plato (ΠΛΑΤΩΝ). The dialogue discusses whether wealth has value and what the aim of philosophy should be. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/eryxias-by-plato/ |
eryxias ερυξιας may written plato πλατων dialogue discusses whether wealth value aim philosophy be summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 8126 |
8059 |
8678 |
Clara Vaughan, Vol. II |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Detective Fiction |
CLARA VAUGHAN, the young heroine, narrator, and namesake for R. D. Blackmore’s early detective novel, is determined to solve the mystery of her father’s murder—a crime that occurred when she was only 10 years of age. Volume II of the trilogy continues the account of Clara’s adventures, romances, and encounters with many eccentric characters, when, years later, she devotes herself to unraveling the mystery. As Clara explains in an early chapter: “How that deed was done, I learned at once, and will tell. By whom and why it was done, I have given my life to learn.” R. D. Blackmore, undoubtedly better known for his later novel LORNA DOONE, published this book anonymously in 1864. - Summary by lubee930</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/clara-vaughan-vol-ii-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
clara vaughan young heroine narrator namesake r d blackmore s early detective novel determined solve mystery father s murder a crime occurred 10 years age volume ii trilogy continues account clara s adventures romances encounters many eccentric characters when years later devotes unraveling mystery clara explains early chapter how deed done learned once tell done given life learn r d blackmore undoubtedly better known later novel lorna doone published book anonymously 1864 summary lubee930 p |
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8060 |
8679 |
Stray Pebbles From The Shores Of Thought |
Elizabeth Porter Gould |
Single author |
A collection of poetry by the Boston poetess. Sections are nature, love, miscellaneous, sonnets and 'for my nieces and nephews'. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/stray-pebbles-from-the-shores-of-thought-by-elizabeth-porter-gould/ |
collection poetry boston poetess sections nature love miscellaneous sonnets for nieces nephews summary lynne thompson p |
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8061 |
8680 |
Power of Words |
Letitia Elizabeth Landon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Letitia Elizabeth Landon was an English poet and novelist, better known by her initials L. E. L.<p> |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/the-power-of-words-by-letitia-elizabeth-landon/ |
letitia elizabeth landon english poet novelist better known initials l e l p |
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8062 |
8681 |
Henry Wirz, Commander of Andersonville Confederate Prison: Trial and Execution |
United States Army Staff Judge Advocate |
War & Military |
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Wirz">Henry Wirz (November 25, 1823 – November 10, 1865)</a> was the only Confederate soldier tried after the end of the American Civi War. He was tried, convicted, and executed, not for being a Confederate soldier, but for conspiracy and murder relating to his command of Camp Sumter, the infamous Confederate prisoner-of-war prison at Andersonville, Georgia. Wirz encouraged and commanded barbaric and murderous policies and actions in the prison. This Librivox recording is excerpts from the <a href="https://archive.org/details/cu31924027053184">850 page summary of the trial</a> written by the Army Judge Advocate (prosecutor) for, and at the command of, The Congressional House Of Representatives, 40th Congress, Second Session, Ex, Doc. No 23. This recording omits the 614 pages of testimony by very numberous witnesses, both Federal and Confederate. What is recorded conveys the substance of the witnesses’ testimony. For a prisoner’s view of life in the prison camp see Librivox recording <a href="https://librivox.org/andersonvile-diary-escape-and-list-of-the-dead-by-john-l-ransom/">Andersonville Diary, Escape And List Of The Dead</a> by John L. RANSOM. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<br><br>\n |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/henry-wirz-commander-of-andersonville-confederate-prison-trial-and-execution-by-united-states-army-staff-judge-advocate/ |
a href https en wikipedia org wiki henry_wirz henry wirz november 25 1823 november 10 1865 a confederate soldier tried end american civi war tried convicted executed confederate soldier conspiracy murder relating command camp sumter infamous confederate prisoner of war prison andersonville georgia wirz encouraged commanded barbaric murderous policies actions prison librivox recording excerpts a href https archive org details cu31924027053184 850 page summary trial a written army judge advocate prosecutor for command of congressional house representatives 40th congress second session ex doc 23 recording omits 614 pages testimony numberous witnesses federal confederate recorded conveys substance witnesses testimony prisoner s view life prison camp see librivox recording a href https librivox org andersonvile diary escape and list of the dead by john l ransom andersonville diary escape list dead a john l ransom summary wikipedia david wales br br |
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8063 |
8682 |
Anthem (Version 4) |
Ayn Rand |
Literary Fiction |
Ayn Rand is best known for her classics Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead. One of her earlier works, Anthem, is a dystopian vision of a world in which “self” has been abolished and people have become nothing more than parts of a greater “collective.” Rooted in her own experiences fleeing from the communist Russia of the 1920’s, as well as the rise of fascism in Italy and National Socialism in Germany, Rand wrote Anthem as a warning to all concerned with losing personal identity in an ever changing and rapidly developing world. Summary by Greg Giordano</p> |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-version-4-by-ayn-rand/ |
ayn rand best known classics atlas shrugged fountainhead one earlier works anthem dystopian vision world self abolished people become nothing parts greater collective rooted experiences fleeing communist russia 1920 s well rise fascism italy national socialism germany rand wrote anthem warning concerned losing personal identity ever changing rapidly developing world summary greg giordano p |
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8064 |
8683 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 26 - The Tribune of Nova Scotia: A Chronicle of Joseph Howe |
William Lawson Grant |
Modern (19th C) |
Joseph Howe (1804-1873) was one of Nova Scotia's greatest and best-loved politicians. He was instrumental in helping Nova Scotia become the first British colony to win responsible government in 1848. A Liberal, he fought against Canadian Confederation. This work highlights his life and causes. - Summary by TriciaG<p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-tribune-of-nova-scotia-by-william-lawson-grant/ |
joseph howe 1804 1873 one nova scotia s greatest best loved politicians instrumental helping nova scotia become first british colony win responsible government 1848 liberal fought canadian confederation work highlights life causes summary triciag p |
| 8132 |
8065 |
8684 |
Under the Shadow of Etna: Sicilian Stories |
Giovanni Verga |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The short stories of Giovanni Verga, one of the leading authors of Italian verismo, or realism, tell mostly of working-class characters in rural, 19th-century Sicily. One of these stories, "Rustic Chivalry," or "Cavalleria rusticana," was the basis for the opera of the same name by Mascagni. - Summary by Mary J<p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-shadow-of-etna-sicilian-stories-by-giovanni-verga/ |
short stories giovanni verga one leading authors italian verismo realism tell mostly working class characters rural 19th century sicily one stories rustic chivalry cavalleria rusticana basis opera name mascagni summary mary j p |
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8066 |
8685 |
Euthydemus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Euthydemus (Εὐθύδημος) and Dionysodorus the sophists discuss the meaning of words with Socrates. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/euthydemus-by-plato/ |
euthydemus εὐθύδημος dionysodorus sophists discuss meaning words socrates summary geoffrey edwards p |
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8067 |
8686 |
More Tish |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Humorous Fiction |
Mary Roberts Rinehart wrote 6 books about the elderly Letitia (Tish) Carberry and the escapades she gets her elderly lady cronies into. The series led to a 1942 movie with Marjorie Main. This particular book, the third in the series, was written after Mary's stint as a war correspondent in Belgium during the first World War. Summary by ToddHW.</p>\n<b>More Tish stories</b><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/amazing-adventures-letitia-carberry-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carbery</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions</a><br< |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/more-tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
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8068 |
8687 |
Lady of the Lake |
Edmund John Eyre |
Plays, Romance |
At the request of Mr. Siddons, Manager and Patentee of the Theatre Royal, Edinburgh, the following Performance was composed. I am very sensible that Mr. Scott’s Poem of “The Lady of the Lake” afforded material for a much superior Drama than the one here presented to the public; but as Mr. Siddons, in all his correspondence with me on the subject, urged expedition, I was more attentive to the interest of a Friend than to the fame of an Author; and the whole piece was arranged, written, and copied in the short space of ten days.</p>\n\nI can claim little merit beyond that of a compiler. Some few flowrets, indeed (or rather weeds, as the critics may call them, at the foot of Parnassus), are of my own planting; but the praise of poetic ingenuity belongs solely to the Author from whence the scenes, characters, and sentiments have been borrowed. To quote the translated words of Montaigne, which have been appositely applied to similar compositions, I have here only made a nosegay of culled flowers, and have brought little more of my own than the band which ties them.\n - Summary by Edmund John Eyre\n<br /><br />Cast list:<br />\nFitz-James: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nEarl of Douglas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br />\nAllan-Bane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\nMalcolm Graeme: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nBrian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nMurdoch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nJohn of Brent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nBertram: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nMalise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br />\nRoderick Dhu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br />\nLady Ellen Douglas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br />\nLady Margaret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br />\nBlanche of Devan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br />\nChorus / Rabble: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br /><br />\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br />\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br /> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-of-the-lake-by-edmund-john-eyre/ |
request mr siddons manager patentee theatre royal edinburgh following performance composed sensible mr scott s poem the lady lake afforded material much superior drama one presented public mr siddons correspondence subject urged expedition attentive interest friend fame author whole piece arranged written copied short space ten days p claim little merit beyond compiler flowrets indeed or rather weeds critics may call them foot parnassus planting praise poetic ingenuity belongs solely author whence scenes characters sentiments borrowed quote translated words montaigne appositely applied similar compositions made nosegay culled flowers brought little band ties them summary edmund john eyre br br cast list br fitz james a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br earl douglas a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br allan bane a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br malcolm graeme a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br brian a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br murdoch a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br john brent a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br bertram a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br malise a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br roderick dhu a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br lady ellen douglas a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br lady margaret a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br blanche devan a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br chorus rabble a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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8069 |
8688 |
History of Emily Montague Vol I (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Moore Brooke |
Dramatic Readings, Epistolary Fiction |
The novel takes place 10 years after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 when Quebec becomes a British colony. Written as a collection of letters, the story follows the relationships between Edward Rivers (a British soldier), his friend, John Temple (rather a cad), Emily Montague (a young British woman), and her dearest friend, Arabella Fermor (a flirtatious drama queen). Giving glimpses into the new frontier discoveries of Canada, one not only peeks into the personal relationships of these characters but gets swept away by the enticing descriptions of the "new world." This is Volume 1 out of 4. - Summary by Amanda Friday<br><br>\n<u>Characters:</u><br>\nEdward Rivers, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9406">Kit Noussis</a><br>\nJohn Temple, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nArabella Fermor, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nEmily Montague, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7138">Caprisha Page</a><br>\nMrs. E. Melmoth, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a><br>\n<br>Final files were edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br><br> |
English |
1769 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-emily-montague-vol-1-dramatic-reading-by-frances-moore-brooke/ |
novel takes place 10 years battle plains abraham 1759 quebec becomes british colony written collection letters story follows relationships edward rivers a british soldier friend john temple rather cad emily montague a young british woman dearest friend arabella fermor a flirtatious drama queen giving glimpses new frontier discoveries canada one peeks personal relationships characters gets swept away enticing descriptions new world volume 1 4 summary amanda friday br br u characters u br edward rivers read a href https librivox org reader 9406 kit noussis a br john temple read a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br arabella fermor read a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br emily montague read a href https librivox org reader 7138 caprisha page a br mrs e melmoth read a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br br final files edited a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br br |
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8070 |
8689 |
Baltimore Hats |
William T. Brigham |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Technology & Engineering |
It is not impossible that some useful information may be conveyed by this book. Should these pages prove of such service, their cost in labor is most cheerfully donated.<br /><br />This volume is composed of a series of articles which appeared in a Trade Journal, covering a period of two years from 1887 to 1889. It must be accepted as but a brief history of an industry long identified with Baltimore.<br /><br />Thanks are due the Librarian of the Maryland Historical Society and Mr. B. R. Sheriff for favors in lending rare and valuable old City directories; also to the many citizens who kindly aided and assisted in the search for needed information.<br /><br />The Author. (from the Preface)<br /><br /> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/baltimore-hats-by-william-t-brigham/ |
impossible useful information may conveyed book pages prove service cost labor cheerfully donated br br this volume composed series articles appeared trade journal covering period two years 1887 1889 must accepted brief history industry long identified baltimore br br thanks due librarian maryland historical society mr b r sheriff favors lending rare valuable old city directories also many citizens kindly aided assisted search needed information br br the author from preface br br |
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8071 |
8690 |
Over lichtende drempels |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Aan Psyche, Fidessa en Babel hebben wij gezien, dat Couperus in zijne sproken, of allegorieën, of phantasieën, voorwaar geen geringer werk geeft, dan in zijne romans. Namelijk: voor hen die ze verstaan. Men mag gelooven, dat Couperus juist in die creaties van vagere gestalte zijn eigen innerlijkste en beste en liefste heeft neêrgelegd: dat hij ze meer voor zichzelf gemaakt heeft, dan voor een publiek. De romans kan iedereen volgen, waardeeren, of critiseeren; maar deze sproken kunnen slechts begrip en appreciatie vinden bij de met den dichter min of meer gelijk-voelenden, - en die kunnen niet anders dan betrekkelijk slechts weinigen zijn. (Uit: J. van den Oude. Uit de poppenkraam onzer romantiek (1903)) </p> |
Dutch |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/over-lichtende-drempels-by-louis-couperus/ |
aan psyche fidessa en babel hebben wij gezien dat couperus zijne sproken allegorieën phantasieën voorwaar geen geringer werk geeft dan zijne romans namelijk voor hen die ze verstaan men mag gelooven dat couperus juist die creaties van vagere gestalte zijn eigen innerlijkste en beste en liefste heeft neêrgelegd dat hij ze meer voor zichzelf gemaakt heeft dan voor een publiek de romans kan iedereen volgen waardeeren critiseeren maar deze sproken kunnen slechts begrip en appreciatie vinden bij de met den dichter min meer gelijk voelenden en die kunnen niet anders dan betrekkelijk slechts weinigen zijn uit j van den oude uit de poppenkraam onzer romantiek 1903 p |
| 8139 |
8072 |
8691 |
First World War Centenary Prose Collection Vol. I |
Various |
War & Military |
<br />This collection of non-fiction and fiction, with its companion <a href="https://librivox.org/ww1-poetry/">poetry collection</a>, commemorates the outbreak of the First World War on 28th July 1914. The majority of the items, all chosen by the readers, are in English, but the collection also includes pieces in Dutch, French, German and Ukrainian. <br /><br />Please note that some works are still protected by copyright in countries which observe copyright laws based on the author's date of death. <br /><br />Most items were written during or shortly after the war, but one or two have been included for their relevance in other ways. For more information about each piece, please see <a href="https://archive.org/download/wwiprose1_1407_librivox/wwiprosesummary.pdf" target="_blank">this document</a> (PDF format), which also shows the authors' dates of death. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ww1-prose-vol-i/ |
br this collection non fiction fiction companion a href https librivox org ww1 poetry poetry collection a commemorates outbreak first world war 28th july 1914 majority items chosen readers english collection also includes pieces dutch french german ukrainian br br please note works still protected copyright countries observe copyright laws based author s date death br br most items written shortly war one two included relevance ways information piece please see a href https archive org download wwiprose1_1407_librivox wwiprosesummary pdf target _blank this document a pdf format also shows authors dates death summary ruth golding br br |
| 8140 |
8073 |
8692 |
Предложение (Predlozhenie) |
Anton Chekhov |
Comedy |
«Предложение» — шутка в одном действии известного русского писателя Антона Павловича Чехова. Завершена данная пьеса была в ноябре 1888 года.<br/>\nДействие происходит в усадьбе Чубукова. Иван Васильевич Ломов приезжает к своему соседу, Степану Степановичу Чубукову, чтобы просить руки его дочери. Казалось бы, что может случиться?<<br/><br/>\n"The Proposal" - a joke in one act by famous Russian writer Anton Chekhov. This piece was completed in November 1888.<br/>\nThe action takes place in Chubukov's estate. Ivan Lomov comes to his neighbor Stepan Chubukov to ask for his daughter's hand. So, what could happen? (ShiNeko, Wikipedia)<br/><br/><b>Cast List</b><br/>Сценические ремарки: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8447">Anastasiia Solokha</a><br>Степан Степанович Чубуков: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Наталья Степановна: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9046">Luiza Karimova</a><br>Иван Васильевич Ломов: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br><br/> |
Russian |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/predlozhenie-by-anton-chekhov/ |
предложение шутка в одном действии известного русского писателя антона павловича чехова завершена данная пьеса была в ноябре 1888 года br действие происходит в усадьбе чубукова иван васильевич ломов приезжает к своему соседу степану степановичу чубукову чтобы просить руки его дочери казалось бы что может случиться br br the proposal joke one act famous russian writer anton chekhov piece completed november 1888 br action takes place chubukov s estate ivan lomov comes neighbor stepan chubukov ask daughter s hand so could happen shineko wikipedia br br b cast list b br сценические ремарки a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br степан степанович чубуков a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br наталья степановна a href https librivox org reader 9046 luiza karimova a br иван васильевич ломов a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br br |
| 8141 |
8074 |
8693 |
Isle in the Water |
Katharine Tynan Hinkson |
Single Author Collections |
'Here, among the hosts of ladies who write with care and inelegance, comes a woman artist. <em>An Isle in the Water</em> is a collection of fifteen well-conceived and excellently-finished Irish stories, for which it would be hard to find anything to say but praise. They are all extremely short for the force of their effect, and every touch tells; they are gracefully phrased without an appearance of artifice, subtly expressed without a suspicion of affectation.' -- Saturday Review, 1897</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/an-isle-in-the-water-by-katharine-tynan-hinkson/ |
here among hosts ladies write care inelegance comes woman artist em an isle water em collection fifteen well conceived excellently finished irish stories would hard find anything say praise extremely short force effect every touch tells gracefully phrased without appearance artifice subtly expressed without suspicion affectation saturday review 1897 p |
| 8142 |
8075 |
8694 |
Dozen Ways of Love |
Lily Dougall |
Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of (each in their own way) romantic short stories by Lily Dougall. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-dozen-ways-of-love-by-lily-dougall/ |
collection each way romantic short stories lily dougall summary carolin p |
| 8143 |
8076 |
8695 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 013 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Anthologies |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.<br></br>\n\n01 - Chinese - Returning (Guiqulaixici 归去来兮辞) by Tao Chien. \nKey words: poetry; hermitage; nature; finiteness of human life <br>\n02 - Finnish - Kalle Saukko by August Blanche, transalted by Theodolinda Hahnsson \nKey words: short story, humorous <br>\n03 - French - Le conte futur by Paul Adam \nKey words: dramatic prose, fiction, love, admiration, compassion, bragging, blood <br>\n04 - French - Raité de Turin du 24 mars 1860 \n Key words: prose, non-fiction, history, treaty, France, Italy <br>\n05 - French - L'héritage de mon oncle Christian by Erckmann-Chatrian \nKey words: fiction in prose, ghost story <br>\n06 - German - Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott by Martin Luther \nKey words: popular, hymn, Martin Luther <br>\n07 - German - Im Herbste by Theodor Storm \nKey words: poetry <br>\n08 - Hebrew - הכניסיני תחת כנפך (Haxnisini Taxat Knafex) by Hayim Nahman Bialik \nKey words: poetry, love <br>\n09 - Hebrew - הֲכִנטות הצל (HaXintot HaTzel) by Shaul Tchernichovsky \nKey words: poetry, love, nature <br>\n10 - Italian - Di sé stesso (Non son chi fui...) by Ugo Foscolo \nKey words: poetry <br>\n11 - Italian - Il proprio ritratto by Ugo Foscolo \nKey words: poetry <br>\n12 - Italian - In morte del fratello Giovanni by Ugo Foscolo \nKey words: poetry <br>\n13 - Italian - A Zacinto by Ugo Foscolo \nKey words: poetry <br>\n14 - Italian - A Luigia Pallavicini caduta da cavallo sulla riviera di Sestri by Ugo Foscolo \nKey words: poetry <br>\n15 - Portuguese - I-Juca-Pirama by Gonçalves Dias \nKey words: poetry, romanticism, Brazilian Literature <br>\n16 - Russian - Случай с классиком (Sluchai s klassikom) by Anton Chekhov \nKey words: prose, Chekhov, Чехов, рассказы, юмор <br>\n17 - Russian - Страшная ночь (Strashnaya noch') by Anton Chekhov \nKey words: prose, Chekhov, Чехов, рассказы, юмор <br>\n18 - Russian - Я вас любил... (Ya vas lyubil) by Alexander Pushkin \nKey words: romantic poetry <br>\n19 - Spanish - A unos ojos azules by Fernanda Siliuto \nKey words: poetry, lyrical, love, nature, romanticism <br>\n20 - Swedish - Dagen svalnar by Edith Södergran \nKey words: poetry, modernism, Finland, Swedish literature <br></br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-013-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 chinese returning guiqulaixici 归去来兮辞 tao chien key words poetry hermitage nature finiteness human life br 02 finnish kalle saukko august blanche transalted theodolinda hahnsson key words short story humorous br 03 french le conte futur paul adam key words dramatic prose fiction love admiration compassion bragging blood br 04 french raité de turin du 24 mars 1860 key words prose non fiction history treaty france italy br 05 french l héritage de mon oncle christian erckmann chatrian key words fiction prose ghost story br 06 german ein feste burg ist unser gott martin luther key words popular hymn martin luther br 07 german im herbste theodor storm key words poetry br 08 hebrew הכניסיני תחת כנפך haxnisini taxat knafex hayim nahman bialik key words poetry love br 09 hebrew ה כ נטות הצל haxintot hatzel shaul tchernichovsky key words poetry love nature br 10 italian di sé stesso non son chi fui ugo foscolo key words poetry br 11 italian il proprio ritratto ugo foscolo key words poetry br 12 italian morte del fratello giovanni ugo foscolo key words poetry br 13 italian zacinto ugo foscolo key words poetry br 14 italian luigia pallavicini caduta da cavallo sulla riviera di sestri ugo foscolo key words poetry br 15 portuguese i juca pirama gonçalves dias key words poetry romanticism brazilian literature br 16 russian случай с классиком sluchai klassikom anton chekhov key words prose chekhov чехов рассказы юмор br 17 russian страшная ночь strashnaya noch anton chekhov key words prose chekhov чехов рассказы юмор br 18 russian я вас любил ya vas lyubil alexander pushkin key words romantic poetry br 19 spanish unos ojos azules fernanda siliuto key words poetry lyrical love nature romanticism br 20 swedish dagen svalnar edith södergran key words poetry modernism finland swedish literature br br |
| 8144 |
8077 |
8696 |
Wandl the Invader (version 2) |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
There were nine major planets in the Solar System and it was within their boundaries that man first set up interplanetary commerce and began trading with the ancient Martian civilization. And then they discovered a tenth planet—a maverick!\n<br>\nThis tenth world, if it had an orbit, had a strange one, for it was heading inwards from interstellar space, heading close to the Earth-Mars spaceways, upsetting astronautic calculations and raising turmoil on the two inhabited worlds.\n<br>\nBut even so none suspected then just how much trouble this new world would make. For it was WANDL THE INVADER and it was no barren planetoid. It was a manned world, manned by minds and monsters and traveling into our system with a purpose beyond that of astronomical accident! - Summary from the Original book jacket blurb. Sequel to Brigands of the Moon |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/wandl-the-invader-version-2-by-ray-cummings/ |
nine major planets solar system within boundaries man first set interplanetary commerce began trading ancient martian civilization discovered tenth planet a maverick br tenth world orbit strange one heading inwards interstellar space heading close earth mars spaceways upsetting astronautic calculations raising turmoil two inhabited worlds br even none suspected much trouble new world would make wandl invader barren planetoid manned world manned minds monsters traveling system purpose beyond astronomical accident summary original book jacket blurb sequel brigands moon |
| 8145 |
8086 |
8705 |
Arsène Lupin |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
This work was originally a four-act play written by Maurice Leblanc and Francis de Croisset, later novelized by Leblanc himself, translated by detective fiction writer Edgar Jepson and published in English, in 1909, under the simple title of Arsène Lupin. In the story, the young and snobbish daughter of a millionaire is about to marry the Duke of Charmerace, recently returned from a trip to the South Pole. However, things won't go as smoothly as expected for the spoiled girl and her faithful servant, mainly when Arsène Lupin, the famous gentleman-burglar appears where he is least expected! (Summary by Leni) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/arsene-lupin-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
work originally four act play written maurice leblanc francis de croisset later novelized leblanc himself translated detective fiction writer edgar jepson published english 1909 simple title arsène lupin story young snobbish daughter millionaire marry duke charmerace recently returned trip south pole however things go smoothly expected spoiled girl faithful servant mainly arsène lupin famous gentleman burglar appears least expected summary leni |
| 8146 |
8078 |
8697 |
Windsor Castle, Book 6 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Book 6 - Jane Seymour. The focus of the novels is on the events surrounding Henry VIII's replacing Catherine of Aragon with Anne Boleyn as his wife. During Henry's pursuit of Boleyn, the novel describes other couples, including the Earl of Surrey and Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald, a match Henry does not support. However, some of the individuals oppose Henry and his desires for Boleyn, including Thomas Wyat who wants her for himself and Cardinal Wolsey, who uses a maiden of mysterious birth, Mabel Lyndwood, to lure Henry away from Boleyn. [...] Intertwined with the Court is the story of Herne the Hunter, a spirit of Windsor Forest. He is an evil force that seeks to take the souls of various individuals, and Henry tries to stop him, but is never able to do so. (Summary by Wikipedia)<br /><br /><strong>Other books in the series:</strong><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 1</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-2-by-william-h-ainsworth/">Book 2</a> <br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-3-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 3</a> <br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-4-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 4</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-5-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/">Book 5</a><br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/windsor-castle-book-6-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
br book 6 jane seymour focus novels events surrounding henry viii s replacing catherine aragon anne boleyn wife henry s pursuit boleyn novel describes couples including earl surrey lady elizabeth fitzgerald match henry support however individuals oppose henry desires boleyn including thomas wyat wants cardinal wolsey uses maiden mysterious birth mabel lyndwood lure henry away boleyn intertwined court story herne hunter spirit windsor forest evil force seeks take souls various individuals henry tries stop him never able so summary wikipedia br br strong other books series strong br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 1 by william harrison ainsworth book 1 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 2 by william h ainsworth book 2 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 3 by william harrison ainsworth book 3 a br a href https librivox org windsor castle book 4 by william harrison ainsworth book 4 a br a href http librivox org windsor castle book 5 by william harrison ainsworth book 5 a br br |
| 8147 |
8079 |
8698 |
Thuvia, Maid of Mars (version 3) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
The fourth book of the Barsoom series, Thuvia, Maid of Mars takes up the story of Thuvia, now Princess of Ptarth, and Carthoris, son of John Carter and Dejah Thoris. Thuvia is betrothed to Kulan Tith, Jeddak of Kaol in an arranged marriage. She spurns the advances of a suitor, Astok of Dusar, who then plots to abduct Thuvia, and frame Carthoris for the crime, igniting a war between Kaol, Ptarth and Helium. (Summary by Mark Nelson) <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/thuvia-maid-of-mars-version-3-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
fourth book barsoom series thuvia maid mars takes story thuvia princess ptarth carthoris son john carter dejah thoris thuvia betrothed kulan tith jeddak kaol arranged marriage spurns advances suitor astok dusar plots abduct thuvia frame carthoris crime igniting war kaol ptarth helium summary mark nelson p |
| 8148 |
8080 |
8699 |
Chessmen of Mars (version 3) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
In the fifth book in the Barsoom series, Tara of Helium, daughter of John Carter, becomes lost in an unknown area of Mars when her single-seat flier is caught in a rare Martian hurricane. She is first captured by the bizarre and hideous Kaldanes, then the brutal Manatorians, where she is the prize in a tournament of Martian chess, jetan, that is played by live game pieces, and to the death! (Summary by Mark Nelson) <p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-chessmen-of-mars-version-3-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
fifth book barsoom series tara helium daughter john carter becomes lost unknown area mars single seat flier caught rare martian hurricane first captured bizarre hideous kaldanes brutal manatorians prize tournament martian chess jetan played live game pieces death summary mark nelson p |
| 8149 |
8081 |
8700 |
History of American Christianity |
Leonard Woolsey Bacon |
History , Christianity - Other |
Published in 1897, this book describes the advent of Christianity in the United States from the landing of the first explorers with their mission to convert the natives to the time immediately following the Civil War. Bacon discusses the church's response to the social, political and religious issues of the day, and provides an introduction to the beginnings of such para-church organizations as the YMCA and American Bible Society. (Summary by KHand)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-american-christianity-by-leonard-woolsey-bacon/ |
published 1897 book describes advent christianity united states landing first explorers mission convert natives time immediately following civil war bacon discusses church s response social political religious issues day provides introduction beginnings para church organizations ymca american bible society summary khand p |
| 8150 |
8082 |
8701 |
Short Poetry Collection 145 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 30 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-145-by-various/ |
collection 30 poems read librivox volunteers june 2015 p |
| 8151 |
8083 |
8702 |
Two Heroines of Plumplington |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
In the small English Town of Plumplington the daughter of a brewer and that of a banker each has selected her future husband contrary to the wishes of her father. Both young men are regarded as not 'good enough', though each is, in fact, much like the respective father when at that age. The girls, with the support of various townspeople, endeavor to get their way. One refuses to wear the nice clothes her father so much admires her in, while the other takes to her bed and refuses to eat. The fathers, of course, give in, and ultimately agree to the happy ending. (Arnold Banner) <p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-heroines-of-plumpington-by-anthony-trollope/ |
small english town plumplington daughter brewer banker selected future husband contrary wishes father young men regarded good enough though is fact much like respective father age girls support various townspeople endeavor get way one refuses wear nice clothes father much admires in takes bed refuses eat fathers course give in ultimately agree happy ending arnold banner p |
| 8152 |
8084 |
8703 |
Case of Wagner / Nietzsche Contra Wagner / Selected Aphorisms |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
A collection of three of Nietzsche's writings concerning the music of Wagner. In particular, he relates Wagner's music as degenerate, unrefined and unintelligent and relates it to a gradually degenerating German culture and society. The translator provides a detailed introduction. - Summary by the Reader</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-case-of-wagner-nietzsche-contra-wagner-selected-aphorisms-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
collection three nietzsche s writings concerning music wagner particular relates wagner s music degenerate unrefined unintelligent relates gradually degenerating german culture society translator provides detailed introduction summary reader p |
| 8153 |
8085 |
8704 |
Great Small Cat and Others |
May E. Southworth |
Animals |
A collection of seven tales about cats. Caution: Some of these tales have very sad endings. (Summary by MaryAnn)<br><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-small-cat-and-others-by-may-e-southworth/ |
collection seven tales cats caution tales sad endings summary maryann br br |
| 8154 |
10399 |
11048 |
Poems |
Samuel G Goodrich |
Poetry |
This is a very varied collection of poems by Samuel G. Goodrich, alias Peter Parley. Some of the poems in this volume are rather dark and somber, others of a more light-hearted tone. Some of the poems are addressed to children, some are better enjoyed by adults. In any case, each reader, or listener, should find something suited to his or her tastes and moods in this collection. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-samuel-g-goodrich/ |
varied collection poems samuel g goodrich alias peter parley poems volume rather dark somber others light hearted tone poems addressed children better enjoyed adults case reader listener find something suited tastes moods collection summary carolin |
| 8155 |
8089 |
8708 |
Contos |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Literary Fiction, Single Author Collections |
José Maria Eça de Queirós nasceu na Póvoa de Varzim (Portugal) a 25 de Novembro de 1845 e faleceu em Paris (França) a 16 de Agosto de 1900. É um dos mais importantes escritores lusos e foi autor de vários romances de reconhecida importâcia. 'Contos de Eça de Queirós' foi publicado em 1902, dois anos após a morte do autor. Neste livro encontran-se doze curtas histórias que são, na sua maioria, uma crítica à civilização materialista, histórias essas com enredos simples e moralistas. ( Wikipedia) |
Portuguese |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/contos-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
josé maria eça de queirós nasceu na póvoa de varzim portugal 25 de novembro de 1845 e faleceu em paris frança 16 de agosto de 1900 é um dos mais importantes escritores lusos e foi autor de vários romances de reconhecida importâcia contos de eça de queirós foi publicado em 1902 dois anos após morte autor neste livro encontran se doze curtas histórias que são na sua maioria uma crítica à civilização materialista histórias essas com enredos simples e moralistas wikipedia |
| 8156 |
8090 |
8709 |
Babel |
Louis Couperus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical Fiction |
'Babel' is de stoutste fantasmagorie ooit aan zijn brein ontsproten. Het is alsof hij met zijn fantasie hetzelfde heeft willen doen als Cyrus langs de trappen en de terrassen van den toren van Babel: - de Goden bestormen. - Samenvatting door Frans Netscher (Uit: Veen's Nieuws 1901, 1 juni.)</p> |
Dutch |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/babel-by-louis-couperus/ |
babel de stoutste fantasmagorie ooit aan zijn brein ontsproten het alsof hij met zijn fantasie hetzelfde heeft willen doen als cyrus langs de trappen en de terrassen van den toren van babel de goden bestormen samenvatting door frans netscher uit veen s nieuws 1901 1 juni p |
| 8157 |
8091 |
8710 |
Forsaken Inn |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Told from the perspective of a Mrs. Truax, the owner of an inn during the time of the American and French Revolutions, "The Forsaken Inn" is a locked-room mystery that keeps readers guessing about what has happened. A young couple stays at the inn for the night, and goes on their way in the morning ... and several years later, the bride's body is found in a secret room of the inn. Yet, many people saw that bride leave with her husband. How can this be?\n\nGreen tells her tale through Mrs. Truax' diary, and through letters and discussions with other characters who were friends of the young couple. An entertaining and highly recommended read. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-forsaken-inn-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
told perspective mrs truax owner inn time american french revolutions the forsaken inn locked room mystery keeps readers guessing happened young couple stays inn night goes way morning several years later bride s body found secret room inn yet many people saw bride leave husband be green tells tale mrs truax diary letters discussions characters friends young couple entertaining highly recommended read summary richard kilmer p |
| 8158 |
8092 |
8711 |
Foundation Stones to Happiness and Success |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
This is one of the last books written by James Allen. Like all his works it is eminently practical. He never wrote theories, or for the sake of writing, or to add another to his many books; but he wrote when he had a message, and it became a message only when he had lived it out in his own life, and knew that it was good. Thus he wrote facts, which he had proven by practice.\n\nTo live out the teaching of this book faithfully in every detail of life will lead one to more than happiness and success—even to blessedness, satisfaction and peace. - Summary by Lily L. Allen<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/foundation-stones-to-happiness-and-success-by-james-allen/ |
one last books written james allen like works eminently practical never wrote theories sake writing add another many books wrote message became message lived life knew good thus wrote facts proven practice live teaching book faithfully every detail life lead one happiness success even blessedness satisfaction peace summary lily l allen p |
| 8159 |
8093 |
8712 |
Hunted Woman |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This adventurous story of a woman in peril begins <i>"It was all new - most of it singularly dramatic and even appalling to the woman who sat with the pearl-gray veil drawn closely about her face. For eighteen hours she had been a keenly attentive, wide-eyed, and partly frightened bit of humanity in this onrush of "the horde." She had heard a voice behind her speak of it as "the horde" - a deep, thick, gruff voice which she knew without looking had filtered its way through a beard."</i><br>\n - Introduction from the book</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunted-woman-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
adventurous story woman peril begins i it new singularly dramatic even appalling woman sat pearl gray veil drawn closely face eighteen hours keenly attentive wide eyed partly frightened bit humanity onrush the horde heard voice behind speak the horde deep thick gruff voice knew without looking filtered way beard i br introduction book p |
| 8160 |
8094 |
8713 |
Man Who Fell Through the Earth |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A lawyer is leaving his office on the top floor of an office building. He sees the shadows of two men fighting through the clouded glass of an office door followed by a shot from the office across the hall. He goes to investigate. He finds no sign of either victim or assailant despite the fact that no one could have passed him in the hallway without being seen. A murder has been committed, that of the banker. Who is the murderer? A business associate, the banker’s beautiful ward, or a mysterious woman who had been in the office earlier? And what part, if any, was played by the amnesia victim pulled from the river; a man who insists that his earliest memory is of falling through a hole in the earth? (Summary by Richard Kilmer) <p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-fell-through-the-earth-by-carolyn-wells/ |
lawyer leaving office top floor office building sees shadows two men fighting clouded glass office door followed shot office across hall goes investigate finds sign either victim assailant despite fact one could passed hallway without seen murder committed banker murderer business associate banker s beautiful ward mysterious woman office earlier part any played amnesia victim pulled river man insists earliest memory falling hole earth summary richard kilmer p |
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8095 |
8714 |
Wild Olive |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
Norrie Ford, having been unfairly convicted of murder, has escaped. A lucky chance finds him being rescued by a mysterious girl (the Wild Olive of the title), who sets him up with a new life under a new name in Argentina. He makes such a success of his time there that he is posted back to New York by the company he works for – but not before he has become engaged to be married. Back in New York, he meets up again with the Wild Olive . . .\n(Summary by Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-olive-by-basil-king/ |
norrie ford unfairly convicted murder escaped lucky chance finds rescued mysterious girl the wild olive title sets new life new name argentina makes success time posted back new york company works become engaged married back new york meets wild olive summary simon evers p |
| 8162 |
8097 |
8716 |
O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1921 |
Various |
Short Stories |
In 1918 the Society of Arts and Sciences established the O. Henry Memorial Awards to reward the very best short stories published during the previous year with cash prizes. 1921 was a particularly productive year with sterling and brilliantly varied examples of the art of short story writing as are included here. The selection committee struggled to agree on these, but finally, here they are for us to enjoy and record. The length varies but most are sufficiently long for a reader to get their teeth into and enjoy. The stories are listed in a rough order of how they were judged, but all are excellent. Note that one story, 'Martin Gerrity Gets Even' actually had two authors, Courtney Ryley Cooper, and Leo F. Creagan but only one is able to be credited - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/o-henry-memorial-award-prize-stories-of-1921-by-various/ |
1918 society arts sciences established o henry memorial awards reward best short stories published previous year cash prizes 1921 particularly productive year sterling brilliantly varied examples art short story writing included here selection committee struggled agree these finally us enjoy record length varies sufficiently long reader get teeth enjoy stories listed rough order judged excellent note one story martin gerrity gets even actually two authors courtney ryley cooper leo f creagan one able credited summary phil chenevert p |
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8098 |
8717 |
Early explorations in New South Wales: A collection |
Various |
History , Exploration |
In the early days of the penal colony at Sydney, rumour was rife among the convicts of another colony beyond the Blue Mountains and perhaps a route to China. In the hope of quelling the rumours, Governor John Hunter put together a bizarre exploration party, charged to travel as far into the interior as it could. The party consisted of four convicts, two guides and four soldiers to protect the guides from the convicts. The leader of the party was John Wilson, an ex-convict who had elected to live in the bush among the Aborigines, who had named him Bunboee. He was accompanied by John Price, Hunter’s adventurous young servant and, as the only literate member of the party, its diarist.<br><br>\n\nThe party set out in January 1798, but three of the convicts soon tired and returned with the four soldiers, leaving Wilson, Price and Roe, the fourth convict, to press on to the south-west. After six days travel they reached high ground over the junction of the Wollondilly and Wingecarribee rivers, from where they saw the open country beyond the mountains. A month later, Wilson and Price, this time accompanied by Henry Hacking and a man called Collins, set out again and this time reached the summit of Mount Towrang, where they looked over the Great Divide.<br><br>\n\nJohn Price’s diaries of the two expeditions were handed over to Hunter, who gave them to Sir Joseph Banks in England. The diaries languished among Banks's papers for many years until they were acquired by the government of New South Wales, and published as an appendix to Volume III of the Historical Records of New South Wales in 1895. R. H. Cambage then meticulously traced the routes of the two journeys in a paper read to the Royal Australian Historical Society in 1919. Cambage mistakenly identified the author of the diaries as one 'Barracks' (hence his confusion when the name Price crops up in the diary), but John Price’s authorship and part in the expeditions was finally established in 1960 by A. H. Chisholm in The Romance of the Lyrebird, who credited Wilson with the discovery of the lyrebird.<br><br>\n\nMy reading of Price's diaries and Cambage's commentary on them was inspired by Chris Cunningham’s The Blue Mountains Rediscovered, which sets out to scotch the myth that the ‘heroes’ Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth were the first to cross the Blue mountains and look on the interior in 1813. They had probably been crossed several times before and I was pleased to discover that the leader of the first documented crossing was a Lancashire man, or at least a man who had made his way to Australia from the Wigan assizes, having been sentenced to transportation for the theft of nine yards of velveret to the value of tenpence. (Summary by Phil Benson)<br><br> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/early-explorations-in-new-south-wales-by-various/ |
early days penal colony sydney rumour rife among convicts another colony beyond blue mountains perhaps route china hope quelling rumours governor john hunter put together bizarre exploration party charged travel far interior could party consisted four convicts two guides four soldiers protect guides convicts leader party john wilson ex convict elected live bush among aborigines named bunboee accompanied john price hunter s adventurous young servant and literate member party diarist br br party set january 1798 three convicts soon tired returned four soldiers leaving wilson price roe fourth convict press south west six days travel reached high ground junction wollondilly wingecarribee rivers saw open country beyond mountains month later wilson price time accompanied henry hacking man called collins set time reached summit mount towrang looked great divide br br john price s diaries two expeditions handed hunter gave sir joseph banks england diaries languished among banks s papers many years acquired government new south wales published appendix volume iii historical records new south wales 1895 r h cambage meticulously traced routes two journeys paper read royal australian historical society 1919 cambage mistakenly identified author diaries one barracks hence confusion name price crops diary john price s authorship part expeditions finally established 1960 a h chisholm romance lyrebird credited wilson discovery lyrebird br br reading price s diaries cambage s commentary inspired chris cunningham s blue mountains rediscovered sets scotch myth heroes blaxland lawson wentworth first cross blue mountains look interior 1813 probably crossed several times pleased discover leader first documented crossing lancashire man least man made way australia wigan assizes sentenced transportation theft nine yards velveret value tenpence summary phil benson br br |
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8099 |
8718 |
Hymn of the Nativity, Sung by the Shepherds |
Richard Crashaw |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you seven readings of A Hymn of the Nativity, Sung by the Shepherds by Richard Crashaw. This was the fortnightly poem for December 7 - December 21, 2014. - Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-hymn-of-the-nativity-sung-by-the-shepherds-by-richard-crashaw/ |
librivox volunteers bring seven readings hymn nativity sung shepherds richard crashaw fortnightly poem december 7 december 21 2014 ann boulais p |
| 8165 |
8100 |
8719 |
Japan: An Attempt at Interpretation |
Lafcadio Hearn |
*Non-fiction, History , Religion |
Greece-born Lafcadio Hearn (1850 - 1904) spent decades of his life in Japan, even marrying a Japanese woman, thus becoming a Japanese citizen by the name of Koizumi Yakumo (小泉 八雲). He wrote many books on Japan, especially about its folklore. In this posthumously published book, he takes a closer look at Japan's religious history: How it developed from ancient beliefs into Shintoism, resisted suppression attempts by both Buddhism and Christianity and how – despite efforts to westernise Japan during the era known as Meiji Restoration – it remained the basis for Japanese society. Even today, over 100 years after this book was written, some of the described traditions and fundamental ideas still exist. (Summary by Julia Niedermaier) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/japan-attempt-interpretation-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
greece born lafcadio hearn 1850 1904 spent decades life japan even marrying japanese woman thus becoming japanese citizen name koizumi yakumo 小泉 八雲 wrote many books japan especially folklore posthumously published book takes closer look japan s religious history developed ancient beliefs shintoism resisted suppression attempts buddhism christianity despite efforts westernise japan era known meiji restoration remained basis japanese society even today 100 years book written described traditions fundamental ideas still exist summary julia niedermaier p |
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8101 |
8720 |
English Girl's First Impressions of Burmah |
Beth Ellis |
Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
An English Girl's First Impressions of Burmah, by Beth Ellis, is a well-edited, turn-of-the-century journal documenting a young woman’s visit to Burma. The account documents her ocean voyage to Rangoon, and her stay in a small, jungle-embedded, European community in Remyo. The author, who travelled to Asia alone to visit her brother, is quick to laugh at her own exaggerated fears. She gives us a glimpse into the less-than-glamorous lives to Myanmar’s British occupiers. The book was published in 1899, just thirteen years after the conclusion of the third Anglo-Burmese war, when Britain took formal control of Myanmar and made it a province of India. (Summary by Carol Fullerton-Samsel) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/englishgirls-impressions-burmah-by-beth-ellis/ |
english girl s first impressions burmah beth ellis well edited turn of the century journal documenting young woman s visit burma account documents ocean voyage rangoon stay small jungle embedded european community remyo author travelled asia alone visit brother quick laugh exaggerated fears gives us glimpse less than glamorous lives myanmar s british occupiers book published 1899 thirteen years conclusion third anglo burmese war britain took formal control myanmar made province india summary carol fullerton samsel p |
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8109 |
8728 |
From Passion to Peace |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
The first three parts of this book, Passion, Aspiration, and Temptation, represent the common human life, with its passion, pathos, and tragedy. The last three parts, Transcendence, Beatitude, and Peace, represents the Divine Life—calm, wise and beautiful—of the sage and Savior. The middle part, Transmutation, is the transitional stage between the two; it is the alchemic process linking the divine with the human life. Discipline, denial, and renunciation do not constitute the Divine State; they are only the means by which it is attained. The Divine Life is established in that Perfect Knowledge which bestows Perfect Peace. - Summary by James Allen<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/from-passion-to-peace-by-james-allen/ |
first three parts book passion aspiration temptation represent common human life passion pathos tragedy last three parts transcendence beatitude peace represents divine life calm wise beautiful of sage savior middle part transmutation transitional stage two alchemic process linking divine human life discipline denial renunciation constitute divine state means attained divine life established perfect knowledge bestows perfect peace summary james allen p |
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8102 |
8721 |
Confessions of al-Ghazali |
Abū Ḥāmid Muḥammad ibn Muḥammad al-Ghazālī |
Other religions |
Abu Hamid al-Ghazali was born in 1058 AD in the city of Tus in modern day Iran. He was a reputed scholar, philosopher and Shafi'i jurist who was a professor of theology at the Nizamiyya College of Baghdad. At the peak of his fame, he was gripped by an internal schism between his beliefs and his inner self. He gave up his position lead a life of seclusion and personal mystical transformation. During this time of solitude and contemplation he authored a number of seminal works reconciling the outward practices of Islam with a deep inner spirituality. The Confessions of al-Ghazali (Munkidh min al-Dalal, literally Deliverance from Error), is an intellectual autobiography on al-Ghazali's transformation. In this work he catalogs the various sects and schools of thought he encountered on his search for the divine truth. - Summary by Zishan Sheikh |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-confessions-of-al-ghazali-by-abu-amid-muammad-ibn-muammad-al-ghazali/ |
abu hamid al ghazali born 1058 ad city tus modern day iran reputed scholar philosopher shafi i jurist professor theology nizamiyya college baghdad peak fame gripped internal schism beliefs inner self gave position lead life seclusion personal mystical transformation time solitude contemplation authored number seminal works reconciling outward practices islam deep inner spirituality confessions al ghazali munkidh min al dalal literally deliverance error intellectual autobiography al ghazali s transformation work catalogs various sects schools thought encountered search divine truth summary zishan sheikh |
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8103 |
8722 |
Pepper and Salt |
Howard Pyle |
Short works |
One must have a little pinch of seasoning in this dull, heavy life of ours; one should never look to have all the troubles, the labors, and the cares, with never a whit of innocent jollity and mirth. Yes, one must smile now and then, if for nothing else than to lift the corners of the lips in laughter that are only too often dragged down in sorrow. … Yet listen! One must not look to have nothing but pepper and salt in this life of ours—no, indeed! At that rate we would be worse off than we are now. I only mean that it is a good and pleasant thing to have something to lend the more solid part a little savor now and then! …\nAre you ready? Very well; then I will tell you a story. - Summary from the Preface</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pepper-and-salt-by-howard-pyle/ |
one must little pinch seasoning dull heavy life ours one never look troubles labors cares never whit innocent jollity mirth yes one must smile then nothing else lift corners lips laughter often dragged sorrow yet listen one must look nothing pepper salt life ours no indeed rate would worse now mean good pleasant thing something lend solid part little savor then ready well tell story summary preface p |
| 8170 |
8104 |
8723 |
Young Folks' Treasury, Volume 3 |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Action & Adventure |
Another wonderful compilation of stories edited by Hamilton Wright Mabie! This volume, the 3rd of 12, contains 2 main sections: Classic Tales and Old Fashioned Stories. Of the first section, assistant editor Daniel Edwin Wheeler says, "After our boys and girls have read the first half of this volume, containing selected and simplified stories from some of the greatest books of all time, their authors will cease to be merely names. Homer, Shakespeare, Chaucer, Cervantes and Bunyan will be found here as familiar and easy in style as "Cinderella" or "The Three Bears." The second section's introduction (by GJB) alludes to the fact that modern stories tell a tale 'just' to entertain, but old fashioned stories, such as the ones in this volume, were usually written to teach a moral lesson such as the importance of being just and good or industrious. (Summary by Ellen Preckel... and friends!) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-treasury-volume-3-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
another wonderful compilation stories edited hamilton wright mabie volume 3rd 12 contains 2 main sections classic tales old fashioned stories first section assistant editor daniel edwin wheeler says after boys girls read first half volume containing selected simplified stories greatest books time authors cease merely names homer shakespeare chaucer cervantes bunyan found familiar easy style cinderella the three bears second section s introduction by gjb alludes fact modern stories tell tale just entertain old fashioned stories ones volume usually written teach moral lesson importance good industrious summary ellen preckel friends p |
| 8171 |
8105 |
8724 |
Pope Pius the Tenth |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Christianity - Biographies |
Pope Saint Pius X (2 June 1835 – 20 August 1914), born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, was Pope from 4 August 1903 to his death in 1914. He was the first pope since Pius V (1566 to 1572) to be canonized. St. Pius X is known for vigorously opposing modernist interpretations of Catholic doctrine, promoting traditional devotional practices and orthodox theology. His most important reform was to publish the first Code of Canon Law, which collected the laws of the Church into one volume for the first time. He was also considered a pastoral pope, in the sense of encouraging personal holiness, piety and a daily lifestyle reflecting deep Christian values. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/pope-pius-the-tenth-by-francis-alice-forbes/ |
pope saint pius x 2 june 1835 20 august 1914 born giuseppe melchiorre sarto pope 4 august 1903 death 1914 first pope since pius v 1566 1572 canonized st pius x known vigorously opposing modernist interpretations catholic doctrine promoting traditional devotional practices orthodox theology important reform publish first code canon law collected laws church one volume first time also considered pastoral pope sense encouraging personal holiness piety daily lifestyle reflecting deep christian values summary adapted wikipedia p |
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8106 |
8725 |
Life of the Fly, With Which are Interspersed Some Chapters of Autobiography |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
*Non-fiction |
The title tells all, along with other observations on insect life from the famed accidental entomologist of 19th Century France.. - Summary by BellonaTimes<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-the-fly-with-which-are-interspersed-some-chapters-of-autobiography-by-jean-henri-fabre/ |
title tells all along observations insect life famed accidental entomologist 19th century france summary bellonatimes p |
| 8173 |
8107 |
8726 |
Awkward Age |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
Nanda Brookenham is coming of age, and thus 'coming out' in London society - which leads to complications in her family's social set in London's fin de siècle life. James presents the novel almost entirely in dialogue, an experiment that adds to the immediacy of the scenes but also creates serious ambiguities about characters and their motives. Summary by Anna Simon, adapted from Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-awkward-age-by-henry-james/ |
nanda brookenham coming age thus coming out london society leads complications family s social set london s fin de siècle life james presents novel almost entirely dialogue experiment adds immediacy scenes also creates serious ambiguities characters motives summary anna simon adapted wikipedia p |
| 8174 |
8108 |
8727 |
BOOH |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Eugene Field, Sr. was an American writer, best known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/booh-by-eugene-field/ |
eugene field sr american writer best known children s poetry humorous essays p |
| 8175 |
8110 |
8729 |
À margem da história |
Euclides da Cunha |
Travel & Geography |
À margem da história foi a primeira das obras póstumas de Euclides da Cunha, tentando recolher os muitos textos esparsos e inéditos do autor após sua morte inesperada e violenta. A maior parte do livro se compõe das anotações feitas pelo autor para um livro, nunca terminado, acerca da Amazônia, a ser intitulado "Paraíso Perdido", mas que foi publicado nesta coletânea sob o título "Terra Sem História". No volume encontram-se também compilados outros estudos variados sobre o Brasil. - Summary by Leni |
Portuguese |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-margem-da-historia-by-euclides-da-cunha/ |
à margem da história foi primeira das obras póstumas de euclides da cunha tentando recolher os muitos textos esparsos e inéditos autor após sua morte inesperada e violenta maior parte livro se compõe das anotações feitas pelo autor para um livro nunca terminado acerca da amazônia ser intitulado paraíso perdido mas que foi publicado nesta coletânea sob título terra sem história volume encontram se também compilados outros estudos variados sobre brasil summary leni |
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8111 |
8730 |
Double Falsehood; or, The Distrest Lovers |
Lewis Theobald |
Romance |
This play is based on story told in Cervantes' Don Quixote, and some believe it is a reconstruction of a lost play by Shakespeare and Fletcher. Duke Angelo and his son Roderick are concerned about the activities of the duke's younger son, Henriquez. They enlist his friend, Julio, as a spy. Before Julio left for the court, he foolishly asks Henriquez to secure his marriage to Leonora. Summary by Libby Gohn<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174?primary_key=4174&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Availle</a><br>Roderick/Lopez: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Henriquez: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548?primary_key=6548&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Don Bernard/First Shepherd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754?primary_key=6754&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">ToddHW</a><br>Camillo/Second Shepherd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259?primary_key=1259&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Julio/Gerald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9775?primary_key=9775&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Alex Lane</a><br>Leonora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923?primary_key=8923&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Sarah Terry</a><br>Violante: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679?primary_key=7679&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Libby Gohn</a><br>Servant/Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5220?primary_key=5220&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Mary Schneider</a><br>Duke Angelo/Master of the Flocks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065?primary_key=6065&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">David Olson</a><br>Citizen/Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862?primary_key=8862&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>Fabian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9408?primary_key=9408&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Phil Winkelman</a><br><br>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/double-falsehood-by-lewis-theobald/ |
play based story told cervantes quixote believe reconstruction lost play shakespeare fletcher duke angelo son roderick concerned activities duke s younger son henriquez enlist friend julio spy julio left court foolishly asks henriquez secure marriage leonora summary libby gohn br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 primary_key 4174 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results availle a br roderick lopez a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br henriquez a href https librivox org reader 6548 primary_key 6548 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results kristin gjerløw a br don bernard first shepherd a href https librivox org reader 6754 primary_key 6754 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results toddhw a br camillo second shepherd a href https librivox org reader 1259 primary_key 1259 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results elizabeth klett a br julio gerald a href https librivox org reader 9775 primary_key 9775 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results alex lane a br leonora a href https librivox org reader 8923 primary_key 8923 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results sarah terry a br violante a href https librivox org reader 7679 primary_key 7679 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results libby gohn a br servant maid a href https librivox org reader 5220 primary_key 5220 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results mary schneider a br duke angelo master flocks a href https librivox org reader 6065 primary_key 6065 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results david olson a br citizen gentleman a href https librivox org reader 8862 primary_key 8862 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results glenn o brien a br fabian a href https librivox org reader 9408 primary_key 9408 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results phil winkelman a br br |
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8731 |
Bears of Blue River |
Charles Major |
Animals & Nature |
This delightful story is the tale of young Balser Brent, who has a knack for running into bears. Usually the bears come out of the interaction worse than the feisty and brave Balser. A great story for both boys and girls who enjoy adventure and excitement. (Summary by Tanica)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-bears-of-blue-river-by-charles-major/ |
delightful story tale young balser brent knack running bears usually bears come interaction worse feisty brave balser great story boys girls enjoy adventure excitement summary tanica p |
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8113 |
8732 |
Sevastopol |
Leo Tolstoy |
War & Military Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Sevastopol Sketches (Russian: Севастопольские рассказы, Sevastopolskiye rasskazy) are three short stories written by Leo Tolstoy and published in 1855 to record his experiences during the Siege of Sevastopol (1854–1855) in the Crimean War (1853-1856). The name originates from Sevastopol, a city in Crimea. The book has also been released under the anglicized title The Sebastopol Sketches and is sometimes titled Sevastopol Stories. These brief "sketches" formed the basis of many of the episodes in Tolstoy's magnum opus, War and Peace.<br>\n<i>Sevastopol in December</i>: In Sevastopol in December, Tolstoy uses second person narrative (with the pronoun 'you') in an introductory tour of life in Sevastopol. The detailed tour is arguably similar to one Tolstoy may have been given upon arrival in Sevastopol in November, 1854…. Tolstoy also uses Sevastopol in December to introduce the reader to the settings, mannerisms, and background he uses in Sevastopol in May and Sevastopol in August. For example, when referring to the enemy, either the British or the French, but only the French are featured in the Sketches; they are referred to as " 'him', as both soldiers and sailors say".<br>\n<i>Sevastopol in May</i> In Sevastopol in May, Tolstoy examines the senselessness and vanity of war. The story examines many aspects of the psychology of war, heroism, and the misleading presence of humanism in truces (misleading because countries continuously go to war with one another, despite past truces). Tolstoy concludes by declaring that the only hero of his story is truth.\n - Summary by wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/sevastopol-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
sevastopol sketches russian севастопольские рассказы sevastopolskiye rasskazy three short stories written leo tolstoy published 1855 record experiences siege sevastopol 1854 1855 crimean war 1853 1856 name originates sevastopol city crimea book also released anglicized title sebastopol sketches sometimes titled sevastopol stories brief sketches formed basis many episodes tolstoy s magnum opus war peace br i sevastopol december i sevastopol december tolstoy uses second person narrative with pronoun you introductory tour life sevastopol detailed tour arguably similar one tolstoy may given upon arrival sevastopol november 1854 tolstoy also uses sevastopol december introduce reader settings mannerisms background uses sevastopol may sevastopol august example referring enemy either british french french featured sketches referred him soldiers sailors say br i sevastopol may i sevastopol may tolstoy examines senselessness vanity war story examines many aspects psychology war heroism misleading presence humanism truces misleading countries continuously go war one another despite past truces tolstoy concludes declaring hero story truth summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8114 |
8733 |
Summer Night in the Beehive |
Charles Tennyson Turner |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you ten recordings of "A Summer Night in the Beehive." The Weekly Poem for August 24, 2014 brings us the night sounds of the meadow in summer.</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/summer-night-beehive-by-charles-tennyson-turner/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten recordings a summer night beehive weekly poem august 24 2014 brings us night sounds meadow summer p |
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8115 |
8734 |
Germinal |
Émile Zola |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Fresque sociale qui décrit les conditions de vie des mineurs au XIXème siècle, Germinal est le treizième roman de la série des Rougon-Macquart. Le roman retrace la vie d'Etienne Lantier, jeune mineur amoureux de Catherine Maheu, et de son combat pour une société plus juste. (résumé par Nadine) <br><br>\nGerminal is the main book in the series "Rougon-Macquart" and describes the inhumane conditions in French mines in the 19th century.</p> |
French |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/germinal-by-emile-zola/ |
fresque sociale qui décrit les conditions de vie des mineurs au xixème siècle germinal est le treizième roman de la série des rougon macquart le roman retrace la vie d etienne lantier jeune mineur amoureux de catherine maheu et de son combat pour une société plus juste résumé par nadine br br germinal main book series rougon macquart describes inhumane conditions french mines 19th century p |
| 8181 |
8116 |
8735 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 033 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include astronomy, religion, United States history, football, child raising, Tokyo firebombing, and more. (summary by Sue Anderson)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-033-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include astronomy religion united states history football child raising tokyo firebombing more summary sue anderson p |
| 8182 |
8117 |
8736 |
Unknown London (version 2) |
Walter George Bell |
*Non-fiction |
For anyone interested in history or who think they know London, Eighteen London secrets will be explored in detail. - Summary by Janet 99</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/unknown-london-by-walter-george-bell-2/ |
anyone interested history think know london eighteen london secrets explored detail summary janet 99 p |
| 8183 |
8118 |
8737 |
Pony Rider Boys in New England |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haw! The Pony Rider Boys are on the trail again! This time the boys are doing something a little different. Instead of heading west to the wide open spaces, they are riding east to the Wilderness of Maine. But, as always, trouble finds the boys, in both the four-legged and two-legged form! Will they make it back out of the wilderness? - Summary by Ann Boulais<br><br>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-on-the-blue-ridge-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys on the Blue Ridge</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-louisiana-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Louisiana</a>\n<br/>\n<br><br> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-england-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys trail again time boys something little different instead heading west wide open spaces riding east wilderness maine but always trouble finds boys four legged two legged form make back wilderness summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href http librivox org the pony rider boys on the blue ridge by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys blue ridge a br next book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in louisiana by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys louisiana a br br br |
| 8184 |
8119 |
8739 |
Men, Women and Ghosts |
Amy Lowell |
Single author |
This is a collection of long poems and short stories by Amy Lowell. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/men-women-and-ghosts-by-amy-lowell/ |
collection long poems short stories amy lowell summary carolin p |
| 8185 |
8120 |
8740 |
Death of Society: A Novel of Tomorrow |
Florence Roma Muir Wilson |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance |
A weary survivor of the Great War, Major Rane Smith wanders in a great ennui amidst the mystical beauties of the fjords of Norway after the War, seeking a spiritual renewal. Deep in the forest he stumbles fatefully upon the strange, almost elvish home of Karl Ingman, an iconoclastic old Ibsen scholar. There Major Smith meets Ingman's two beautiful young daughters and his eldritch wife Rosa, entering into long days of profound dialogue with each member of the family. A rare and exquisite gem of a novel, The Death of Society is one of the most remarkable books of the post-War era, showing Wilson's deep intellectual, artistic, and philosophical passions against the backdrop of a romantic passion just as profound. Fallen into a strange obscurity after her untimely death, Romer Wilson deserves a revival of reputation that was recognized in her lifetime when she was awarded the prestigious Hawthornden Prize for this novel. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-of-society-a-novel-of-tomorrow-by-florence-roma-muir-wilson/ |
weary survivor great war major rane smith wanders great ennui amidst mystical beauties fjords norway war seeking spiritual renewal deep forest stumbles fatefully upon strange almost elvish home karl ingman iconoclastic old ibsen scholar major smith meets ingman s two beautiful young daughters eldritch wife rosa entering long days profound dialogue member family rare exquisite gem novel death society one remarkable books post war era showing wilson s deep intellectual artistic philosophical passions backdrop romantic passion profound fallen strange obscurity untimely death romer wilson deserves revival reputation recognized lifetime awarded prestigious hawthornden prize novel summary expatriate p |
| 8186 |
8121 |
8741 |
Postmaster's Daughter |
Louis Tracy |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A charming mystery story set in the early 1900s which is as much about the townspeople, sleuths and other\ncolorful characters as it is about the murder. Filled with comic antics of Scotland Yard fellows, local police, and residents\nof the town, keeps the murder ever elusive. The "whodunit" is maintained until the very end and the laughter keeps\ngoing even after the mystery is solved. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-postmasters-daughter-by-louis-tracy/ |
charming mystery story set early 1900s much townspeople sleuths colorful characters murder filled comic antics scotland yard fellows local police residents town keeps murder ever elusive whodunit maintained end laughter keeps going even mystery solved summary sharon kilmer p |
| 8187 |
8122 |
8742 |
Futility: A Novel on Russian Themes |
William Alexander Gerhardi |
Published 1900 onward |
From the preface written by Edith Wharton:\nThen I fell upon Futility. Some one said: “It's another new novel about Russia” –and every one of my eager feelers curled up in a tight knot of refusal. But . . . I read on, amused, moved, absorbed, till the tale and the journey ended together.<p>\nThis, it seems to me, is the most striking quality of Mr. Gerhardi's book: that he has (even in this, his first venture) enough of the true novelist's “objectivity” to focus the two so utterly alien races to whom he belongs almost equally, by birth and bringing-up – the English and the Russian – to sympathize with both, and to depict them for us as they see each other, with the play of their mutual reactions illuminating and animating them all. - Summary from the preface by Edith Wharton<p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/futility-a-novel-on-russian-themes-by-william-alexander-gerhardi/ |
preface written edith wharton fell upon futility one said it s another new novel russia and every one eager feelers curled tight knot refusal read on amused moved absorbed till tale journey ended together p this seems me striking quality mr gerhardi s book even this first venture enough true novelist s objectivity focus two utterly alien races belongs almost equally birth bringing up english russian sympathize both depict us see other play mutual reactions illuminating animating all summary preface edith wharton p |
| 8188 |
8123 |
8743 |
How to Tell a Story, and Other Essays |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
In his inimitable way, Mark Twain gives sound advice about how to tell a story, then lets us in on some curious incidents he experienced, and finishes with a trip that proves life-changing. - Summary by Claudia Salto<p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-tell-a-story-and-other-essays-by-mark-twain/ |
inimitable way mark twain gives sound advice tell story lets us curious incidents experienced finishes trip proves life changing summary claudia salto p |
| 8189 |
8124 |
8744 |
Proper Distinction Between Law and Gospel |
C. F. W. Walther |
Christianity - Commentary |
From September 12, 1884 through November 6, 1885, C.F.W. Walther delivered a series of 39 Friday evening lectures to his students at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. Unlike his doctrinal lectures during the school day, these lectures were intimate and informal. By them he intended not only to educate but to form pastors into seesorgers (healers of the soul). These lectures were first published in 1895 and have become renoun for their depth, sensitivity and insightfulness into the human heart. For well over a hundred years, generations of pastors have read and marveled at this classic presentation of Law and Gospel. - Summary by Jonathan Lange |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/the-proper-distinction-between-law-and-gospel-by-c-f-w-walther/ |
september 12 1884 november 6 1885 c f w walther delivered series 39 friday evening lectures students concordia seminary st louis missouri unlike doctrinal lectures school day lectures intimate informal intended educate form pastors seesorgers healers soul lectures first published 1895 become renoun depth sensitivity insightfulness human heart well hundred years generations pastors read marveled classic presentation law gospel summary jonathan lange |
| 8190 |
8125 |
8745 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 3 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
Modern (20th C) |
Carl von Ossietzky (1889-1938), Journalist, Pazifist und Friedensnobelpreisträger [1935], zählte zu den herausragenden Persönlichkeiten in Deutschland zwischen den Weltkriegen. Durch seinen investigativen Journalismus machte er in der Zeitschrift "Die Weltbühne" erstmals auf die Aufrüstung Deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen Spionage verurteilt. </p>\n\nDieser dritte Teil seiner gesammelten Schriften umfasst in verschiedenen Zeitschriften und Zeitungen erschienene Artikel über Politik, Geschichte und Kunst. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-3-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky 1889 1938 journalist pazifist und friedensnobelpreisträger 1935 zählte zu den herausragenden persönlichkeiten deutschland zwischen den weltkriegen durch seinen investigativen journalismus machte er der zeitschrift die weltbühne erstmals auf die aufrüstung deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen spionage verurteilt p dieser dritte teil seiner gesammelten schriften umfasst verschiedenen zeitschriften und zeitungen erschienene artikel über politik geschichte und kunst summary carolin p |
| 8191 |
8126 |
8746 |
That Lass o' Lowrie's |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Romance |
Frances Hodgson Burnett was born and grew up in Manchester, England, and emigrated to the United States with her family at the age of 16. For her first novels, written in Knoxville, Tennessee and published in New York, she drew upon her knowledge of life and speech of the Lancashire working classes. Set in a Lancashire mining town, That Lass o' Lowries is a gritty, and at times brutal, tale of romance across the classes, which stands in stark contrast to her later work. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/that-lass-o-lowries-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
frances hodgson burnett born grew manchester england emigrated united states family age 16 first novels written knoxville tennessee published new york drew upon knowledge life speech lancashire working classes set lancashire mining town lass o lowries gritty times brutal tale romance across classes stands stark contrast later work summary phil benson p |
| 8192 |
8127 |
8747 |
Interessante Kriminal-Prozesse, Teil 1 |
Hugo Friedländer |
Law |
Nach vierzigjähriger Tätigkeit als Gerichtsreporter veröffentlichte Hugo Friedländer zwischen 1910 und 1921 seine zwölfbändige Sammlung »Interessante Kriminal-Prozesse von kulturhistorischer Bedeutung«. Auf knapp 3.000 Druckseiten behandelte Friedländer in diesem Pitaval 63 Gerichtsverfahren aus der Zeit des deutschen Kaiserreichs, die sich auch heute noch als kulturhistorisch bedeutsam erweisen. Dabei reicht das Spektrum vom Prozeß gegen den »Hauptmann von Köpenick« über sozial- und justizgeschichtlich aufschlußreiche Verhandlungen gegen Gewaltverbrecher und politische Verfahren bis hin zu Prozessen wegen antisemitischer Ausschreitungen. Die Reportagen zeigen Friedländer als einen wachen Beobachter. Der bekennende Sozialdemokrat beleuchtete die Fälle stets unter sozialen und politischen Gesichtspunkten, verlieh ihnen durch die Wiedergabe vieler Dialoge aber auch den Reiz des Authentischen. (Aus der Vorbemerkung)</p> |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/interessante-kriminal-prozesse-i-by-hugo-friedlaender/ |
nach vierzigjähriger tätigkeit als gerichtsreporter veröffentlichte hugo friedländer zwischen 1910 und 1921 seine zwölfbändige sammlung interessante kriminal prozesse von kulturhistorischer bedeutung auf knapp 3 000 druckseiten behandelte friedländer diesem pitaval 63 gerichtsverfahren aus der zeit des deutschen kaiserreichs die sich auch heute noch als kulturhistorisch bedeutsam erweisen dabei reicht das spektrum vom prozeß gegen den hauptmann von köpenick über sozial und justizgeschichtlich aufschlußreiche verhandlungen gegen gewaltverbrecher und politische verfahren bis hin zu prozessen wegen antisemitischer ausschreitungen die reportagen zeigen friedländer als einen wachen beobachter der bekennende sozialdemokrat beleuchtete die fälle stets unter sozialen und politischen gesichtspunkten verlieh ihnen durch die wiedergabe vieler dialoge aber auch den reiz des authentischen aus der vorbemerkung p |
| 8193 |
8128 |
8748 |
Man: King of Mind, Body, and Circumstance |
James Allen |
Other religions |
The problem of life consists in learning how to live. It is like the problem of addition or subtraction to the schoolboy. When mastered, all difficulty disappears, and the problem has vanished. All the problems of life, whether they be social, political, or religious, subsist in ignorance and wrong-living. As they are solved in the heart of each individual, they will be solved in the mass of men. Humanity at present is in the painful stage of “learning.” It is confronted with the difficulties of its own ignorance. As men learn to live rightly, learn to direct their forces and use their functions and faculties by the light of wisdom, the sum of life will be correctly done, and its mastery will put an end to all the “problems of evil.” To the wise, all such problems have ceased. Summary by James Allen.<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/man-king-of-mind-body-and-circumstance-by-james-allen/ |
problem life consists learning live like problem addition subtraction schoolboy mastered difficulty disappears problem vanished problems life whether social political religious subsist ignorance wrong living solved heart individual solved mass men humanity present painful stage learning confronted difficulties ignorance men learn live rightly learn direct forces use functions faculties light wisdom sum life correctly done mastery put end problems evil wise problems ceased summary james allen p |
| 8194 |
8129 |
8749 |
Ellendigen - Deel 1 - Fantine |
Victor Hugo |
Historical Fiction, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
De Ellendigen is een vertaling van Les Miserables, een sociale roman, met een sterke moraal. Hugo neemt het in zijn werk op voor de paria’s in de 19e-eeuwse maatschappij en richt in een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar ‘meedogenloze’ wetten. Valjean is de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat, die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden. Dit is het eerste van de vijf delen. Genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen: Fantine de moeder van Cosette. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ellendigen-deel-1-fantine-by-victor-hugo/ |
de ellendigen een vertaling van les miserables een sociale roman met een sterke moraal hugo neemt het zijn werk op voor de paria s de 19e eeuwse maatschappij en richt een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar meedogenloze wetten valjean de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden dit het eerste van de vijf delen genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen fantine de moeder van cosette summary wikipedia p |
| 8195 |
8130 |
8750 |
Heroes Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
General |
The endeavour has been made in this volume to bring together the heroic men of different races, periods and types; and in the selection of material the most attractive, intelligent and authoritative literature has been drawn upon. In cases in which the material selected belongs distinctively to the best literature, no changes have been made, although narratives have been abbreviated; in cases in which the material has a historical rather than a distinctively literary quality, the text has been treated for "substance of doctrine," and omissions have been freely made, and connecting words, phrases and even sentences have been introduced to give the narrative clear connection and completeness. In the preparation of the material for the volume the intelligence and skill of Miss Kate Stephens have been so freely used that she is entitled to the fullest recognition as associate editor. - Summary by Hamilton Wright Mabie</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/heroes-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
endeavour made volume bring together heroic men different races periods types selection material attractive intelligent authoritative literature drawn upon cases material selected belongs distinctively best literature changes made although narratives abbreviated cases material historical rather distinctively literary quality text treated substance doctrine omissions freely made connecting words phrases even sentences introduced give narrative clear connection completeness preparation material volume intelligence skill miss kate stephens freely used entitled fullest recognition associate editor summary hamilton wright mabie p |
| 8196 |
8131 |
8751 |
Modern Magic: A Practical Treatise on the Art of Conjuring |
Professor Louis Hoffman |
Performing Arts, Sports & Recreation |
This "how-to" book covers everything for the 1800's illusionist, from stage presence & dress, program and stage arrangement, to how to do tricks with cards, coins, watches, rings, handkerchiefs, dominoes and dice, cups and balls, hats, and other apparatus. "I have purposely limited my disclosures to such illusions as have been sufficiently long before the public to be fairly regarded as common property. Within this limit I have endeavored to make my explanations as complete as possible; but to go beyond it would be to infringe a moral copyright, and to deprive gentlemen to whom Modern Magic is especially indebted, of the well-earned fruits of their labor and invention." - Summary by TriciaG<br /><br />Proof-Listeners: Joyful in MN, Billl Boerst</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/modern-magic-by-professor-louis-hoffman/ |
how to book covers everything 1800 s illusionist stage presence dress program stage arrangement tricks cards coins watches rings handkerchiefs dominoes dice cups balls hats apparatus i purposely limited disclosures illusions sufficiently long public fairly regarded common property within limit endeavored make explanations complete possible go beyond would infringe moral copyright deprive gentlemen modern magic especially indebted well earned fruits labor invention summary triciag br br proof listeners joyful mn billl boerst p |
| 8197 |
8132 |
8752 |
Snarleyyow |
Frederick Marryat |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
This is a quite amusing nautical tale of the British Navy of the around the year 1700. While, as with much early 'humor', it is somewhat heavy-handed, the sympathies \nof the author are clear and good, and cruelty is often averted by good fortune or background characters. First published under the title 'The Dog Fiend', the primary \ncharacters are an evil captain of a cutter and his dog. The dog seems indestructible, as is the poor cabin boy who is the butt of the captain's ill humor, and who often \nis chewed on by the dog. The cutter is sent against smugglers, transporting ' Alamodes and lute strings' - a term for foreign silks. But, the smugglers really are \nJacobites plotting against King William, and much of the action relates to politics of that time. \n ( Arnold Banner) <p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/snarleyyow-by-frederick-marryat/ |
quite amusing nautical tale british navy around year 1700 while much early humor somewhat heavy handed sympathies author clear good cruelty often averted good fortune background characters first published title the dog fiend primary characters evil captain cutter dog dog seems indestructible poor cabin boy butt captain s ill humor often chewed dog cutter sent smugglers transporting alamodes lute strings term foreign silks but smugglers really jacobites plotting king william much action relates politics time arnold banner p |
| 8198 |
8133 |
8753 |
Astounding Stories 08, August 1930 |
Arthur J. Burks |
Science Fiction |
Issue eight of this seminal science-fiction magazine\nCONTENTS\nMurder Madness by Murray Leinster - the conclusion of this novel\nEarth the Maurader by Arthur J. Burks - Part 2 of a 3 Part novel\nas well as short Stories The Planet of Dread by R.F. Starxl, The Lord of Space by Victor Rousseau, The Second Satellite by Edmund Hamilton, Silver Dome by Harl Vincent and The Flying City by H. Thompson Rich (summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-08-august-1930-by-arthur-j-burks/ |
issue eight seminal science fiction magazine contents murder madness murray leinster conclusion novel earth maurader arthur j burks part 2 3 part novel well short stories planet dread r f starxl lord space victor rousseau second satellite edmund hamilton silver dome harl vincent flying city h thompson rich summary annise p |
| 8199 |
8134 |
8754 |
Sign of the Four (version 4) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Treasure, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, love, murder, and revenge. One of Arthur Conan Doyle's four novels featuring Sherlock Holmes. (Summary by Karen Savage)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-four-version-4-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
treasure indian rebellion 1857 love murder revenge one arthur conan doyle s four novels featuring sherlock holmes summary karen savage p |
| 8200 |
8135 |
8755 |
Word of an Engineer |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Weldon Johnson was an American author, educator, lawyer, diplomat, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Johnson is best remembered for his leadership within the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), where he started working in 1917, being chosen as the first black executive secretary of the organization, effectively the operating officer. He was first known for his writing, which includes poems, novels, and anthologies collecting both poems and spirituals of black culture. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-word-of-an-engineer-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
james weldon johnson american author educator lawyer diplomat songwriter civil rights activist johnson best remembered leadership within national association advancement colored people naacp started working 1917 chosen first black executive secretary organization effectively operating officer first known writing includes poems novels anthologies collecting poems spirituals black culture summary wikipedia p |
| 8201 |
8136 |
8756 |
Whirligigs |
O. Henry |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
A collection of short stories. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/whirligigs-by-o-henry/ |
collection short stories summary richard kilmer p |
| 8202 |
8137 |
8757 |
Path of Light - The Bodhi-Charyavatara of Santi-Deva |
Shantideva |
Other religions |
Shantideva is particularly renowned as the author of the Bodhicaryavatara (sometimes also called the Bodhisattvacaryavatara). An English translation of the Sanskrit version of the Bodhicaryavatara is available online, as well as in print in a variety of translations, sometimes glossed as "A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way Of Life" or "Entering the Path of Enlightenment." It is a long poem describing the process of enlightenment from the first thought to full buddhahood and is still studied by Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhists today.<br /><br />It has ten chapters dedicated to the development of bodhicitta (the mind of enlightenment) through the practice of the six perfections (Skt. Pāramitās). The text begins with a chapter describing the benefits of the wish to reach enlightenment. The sixth chapter on the Pāramitā of patience (Skt. Kṣānti, kshanti) is considered by many Buddhists to be the pinnacle of writing on this subject and is the source of numerous quotations attributed to Śāntideva. Tibetan scholars consider the ninth "Wisdom" chapter to be one of the most succinct expositions of the Madhyamaka view. The tenth chapter is used as one of the most popular Mahāyāna prayers. ( Wikipedia) <br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-path-of-light-the-bodhi-charyavatara-of-santi-deva-by-shantideva/ |
shantideva particularly renowned author bodhicaryavatara sometimes also called bodhisattvacaryavatara english translation sanskrit version bodhicaryavatara available online well print variety translations sometimes glossed a guide bodhisattva s way life entering path enlightenment long poem describing process enlightenment first thought full buddhahood still studied mahayana vajrayana buddhists today br br it ten chapters dedicated development bodhicitta the mind enlightenment practice six perfections skt pāramitās text begins chapter describing benefits wish reach enlightenment sixth chapter pāramitā patience skt kṣānti kshanti considered many buddhists pinnacle writing subject source numerous quotations attributed śāntideva tibetan scholars consider ninth wisdom chapter one succinct expositions madhyamaka view tenth chapter used one popular mahāyāna prayers wikipedia br br |
| 8203 |
8138 |
8759 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 5, 1860 to 1865 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Short works |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. - Summary by Kristingj</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-5-1860-to-1865-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
| 8204 |
8140 |
8761 |
Guest at the Ludlow and Other Stories |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction |
Bill Nye was a respected journalist who also became known as a humorist. His short pieces range from a description of a visit to a friend residing in Ludlow prison, to “advice” to a son, to a wry commentary on his visits to Oakland, California. From real estate “investments” to accounts of less than ideal train passengers, Mr. Nye had his eye trained on the ironies of life, addressing them in the only sure way to preserve sanity, with humor.\n(Summary by Don W. Jenkins) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-guest-at-the-ludlow-and-other-stories-by-bill-nye/ |
bill nye respected journalist also became known humorist short pieces range description visit friend residing ludlow prison advice son wry commentary visits oakland california real estate investments accounts less ideal train passengers mr nye eye trained ironies life addressing sure way preserve sanity humor summary w jenkins p |
| 8205 |
8141 |
8762 |
Island Of Doctor Moreau (Version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
In this classsic of H. G. Wells, Edward Prendick is shipwrecked on a beautiful island in the South Seas and is drawn into the wild and cruel world of Doctor Moreau, who aspires to play God with animals. Summary by Bob Neufeld</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-island-of-doctor-moreau-by-h-g-wells/ |
classsic h g wells edward prendick shipwrecked beautiful island south seas drawn wild cruel world doctor moreau aspires play god animals summary bob neufeld p |
| 8206 |
8142 |
8763 |
Cynic Looks At Life |
Ambrose Bierce |
Satire |
Civilization, Immortality, the Death Penalty, these are just a few of the essays enclosed in this collection, A Cynic Looks At Life. Written by Ambrose Bierce, these essays continue to be thought provoking, offering a valid outlook on life. Summary by DaveC.<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-cynic-looks-at-life-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
civilization immortality death penalty essays enclosed collection cynic looks life written ambrose bierce essays continue thought provoking offering valid outlook life summary davec p |
| 8207 |
8143 |
8764 |
Lalka (tom 1) |
Bolesław Prus |
Literary Fiction |
Pierwszy z trzech tomów klasycznego dzieła Bolesława Prusa opowiadającego historię miłości kupca Stanisława Wokulskiego do zubożałej arystokratki, Izabeli Łęckiej, na tle panoramy dziewiętnastowiecznej Warszawy. - Summary by Piotr Nater<p> |
Polish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/lalka-vol-1-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
pierwszy z trzech tomów klasycznego dzieła bolesława prusa opowiadającego historię miłości kupca stanisława wokulskiego zubożałej arystokratki izabeli łęckiej na tle panoramy dziewiętnastowiecznej warszawy summary piotr nater p |
| 8208 |
8144 |
8765 |
Dooryard Stories |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Animals & Nature |
A collections of stories about the animals around our houses, the birds, the cats, and even the bugs! Written in a humorous and very interesting style, the animals sound almost human, and you can learn along with them. You'll learn what happens to a hog caterpillar when he does not take advice, how a a young bird took a nasty fall because he didn't obey his parents, and how happy it made some robins when they helped their parents care for their younger siblings that came so close behind the first ones. Lots of other stories too about the animal's lives, make you realize that the animals in your dooryard may be more interesting than you think! (summary by Trotsa) <p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/dooryard-stories-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
collections stories animals around houses birds cats even bugs written humorous interesting style animals sound almost human learn along them learn happens hog caterpillar take advice young bird took nasty fall obey parents happy made robins helped parents care younger siblings came close behind first ones lots stories animal s lives make realize animals dooryard may interesting think summary trotsa p |
| 8209 |
8145 |
8766 |
Electra |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Tragedy |
Originally staged in the Teatro Español in 1901, <i>Electra</i> is a controversial Spanish drama that documents the trials and tribulations of its innocent heroine. Electra is a young woman of unknown parentage who is raised in a convent in France and, after the death of her mother Eleuteria, adopted by her aunt and uncle. Electra soon falls in love with the scientist Maximo, but an intricate web of rumors and lies threatens to ruin their relationship. In this play, Benito Pérez Galdós tackles a number of hot-button themes: fanaticism, superstition, social justice, rationalism, and the powers of science. - Summary by ChuckW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nElectra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nEvarista, wife of Don Urbano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>\nMaximo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nDon Salvador Pantoja: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9781">Negatron</a><br>\nThe Marquis of Ronda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nDon Leonardo Cuesta, a broker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>\nDon Urbano Garcia Yuste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>\nMariano, assistant in the laboratory: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nGil, a mathematician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nBalbina, an old servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\nPatros, a young servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9392">CJ Plog</a><br>\nJose, an old manservant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4572">om123</a><br>\nSister Dorotea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nA Workman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nThe Shade of Eleuteria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\n<br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/electra-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
originally staged teatro español 1901 i electra i controversial spanish drama documents trials tribulations innocent heroine electra young woman unknown parentage raised convent france and death mother eleuteria adopted aunt uncle electra soon falls love scientist maximo intricate web rumors lies threatens ruin relationship play benito pérez galdós tackles number hot button themes fanaticism superstition social justice rationalism powers science summary chuckw br br cast list br electra a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br evarista wife urbano a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br maximo a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br salvador pantoja a href https librivox org reader 9781 negatron a br marquis ronda a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br leonardo cuesta broker a href https librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br urbano garcia yuste a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br mariano assistant laboratory a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br gil mathematician a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br balbina old servant a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br patros young servant a href https librivox org reader 9392 cj plog a br jose old manservant a href https librivox org reader 4572 om123 a br sister dorotea a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br workman a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br shade eleuteria a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 8210 |
8146 |
8767 |
Silent Witness |
R. Austin Freeman |
Detective Fiction |
In this detective novel, the young doctor Humphrey Jardine stumbles upon a corpse during a walk near Hampstead Heath in the middle of the night. However, when he returns to the spot with a police officer, the corpse has disappeared. And this is just the start of a series of strange and sometimes life threatening events. Had it really been a dead man he had seen? And if so, who was it? And what is the role of the mysterious Mrs. Samway, who keeps popping up wherever he goes? He will need the help of Dr. John Thorndyke to solve this mystery. <BR><BR>\nThis is the fourth novel featuring R. Austin Freemans famous detective Dr. John Thorndyke. The preceding ones are also available on Librivox: <a href="http://librivox.org/the-red-thumb-mark-by-r-austin-freeman/">The Red Thumb Mark</a>, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-eye-of-osiris-by-r-austin-freeman/">the Eye of Osiris</a> (a.k.a. <a href="http://librivox.org/the-vanishing-man-by-r-austin-freeman/">the Vanishing Man</a>, both titles on LV) and <a href="http://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-31-new-inn-by-r-austin-freeman/">The Mystery of 31 New Inn</a>. (Summary by Anna Simon)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-silent-witness-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
detective novel young doctor humphrey jardine stumbles upon corpse walk near hampstead heath middle night however returns spot police officer corpse disappeared start series strange sometimes life threatening events really dead man seen so it role mysterious mrs samway keeps popping wherever goes need help dr john thorndyke solve mystery br br fourth novel featuring r austin freemans famous detective dr john thorndyke preceding ones also available librivox a href http librivox org the red thumb mark by r austin freeman the red thumb mark a a href http librivox org the eye of osiris by r austin freeman the eye osiris a a k a a href http librivox org the vanishing man by r austin freeman the vanishing man a titles lv a href http librivox org the mystery of 31 new inn by r austin freeman the mystery 31 new inn a summary anna simon p |
| 8211 |
10088 |
10729 |
Henry D. Thoreau |
Franklin Benjamin Sanborn |
Biography & Autobiography |
A biography of the famous and popular poet-naturalist, author, philosopher, historian, written by a family friend who spent time with Thoreau almost daily during the last seven years of his life and who knew and talked with members of his family. Written shortly after his death, it was immediately popular and this later edition gained a new audience. ( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/henry-d-thoreau-by-franklin-benjamin-sanborn/ |
biography famous popular poet naturalist author philosopher historian written family friend spent time thoreau almost daily last seven years life knew talked members family written shortly death immediately popular later edition gained new audience lynne thompson |
| 8212 |
8147 |
8768 |
Tysons |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction, Romance, Satire |
Another frank May Sinclair exploration of fin de siècle English love and sex, marriage and adultery, "The Tysons" is the story of the caddish Nevill Tyson and his beautiful but frivolous young wife Molly. Sinclair uses a different narrative voice than we hear in much of her fiction, a sort of witty Jane Austen archness as she dissects the characters of the provincial village Drayton Parva. As always, she demonstrates an intriguing mixture of Victorian prudishness and modern free-thinking, particularly in her rendering of the sexual escapades of her characters. The step-by-step fragmentation of the Tyson marriage seems predestined from the start, but the novel reveals, as Sinclair's novels always do, a passion for profound understanding of the human comedy and why we do what we do. Even though the story is told from the perspectives of mostly masculine characters, Sinclair uses their voices to shine a stark light on the many ways in which women were victimized at the time by being the chattel of the men in their lives, in particular the denigration of the female intellect in favor of the merely decorative feminine beauty which existed only for the male ego. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-tysons-by-may-sinclair/ |
another frank may sinclair exploration fin de siècle english love sex marriage adultery the tysons story caddish nevill tyson beautiful frivolous young wife molly sinclair uses different narrative voice hear much fiction sort witty jane austen archness dissects characters provincial village drayton parva always demonstrates intriguing mixture victorian prudishness modern free thinking particularly rendering sexual escapades characters step by step fragmentation tyson marriage seems predestined start novel reveals sinclair s novels always do passion profound understanding human comedy do even though story told perspectives mostly masculine characters sinclair uses voices shine stark light many ways women victimized time chattel men lives particular denigration female intellect favor merely decorative feminine beauty existed male ego summary expatriate p |
| 8213 |
8148 |
8769 |
Divine Companion (Version 2) |
James Allen |
Single author, Self-Help |
It cannot be said of this book that James Allen wrote it at any particular time or in any one year, for he was engaged in it over many years and those who have eyes to see and hearts to understand will find in its pages the spiritual history of his life. It was his own wish that The Divine Companion should be the last MS of his to be published. " It is the story of my soul," he said, " and should be read last of all my books, so that the student may understand and find my message in its pages. Therefore hold it back until you have published everything else." There remain now only his dramatic works and a few poems to be included in the next edition of Poems of Peace. That The Divine Companion will prove a companion indeed to thousands who have read his books in the past, I have no doubt. To read it is to hear again the voice of the writer, and to study its message is to once again sit at his feet. He trod the Way himself - every bit of it, and he therefore speaks as one having authority. Lovers of James Allen’s works will indeed be filled with joy to know that there is yet another book from his inspired pen, and will eagerly welcome The Divine Companion. - Summary by Lily L. Allen<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-divine-companion-by-james-allen-2/ |
cannot said book james allen wrote particular time one year engaged many years eyes see hearts understand find pages spiritual history life wish divine companion last ms published story soul said read last books student may understand find message pages therefore hold back published everything else remain dramatic works poems included next edition poems peace divine companion prove companion indeed thousands read books past doubt read hear voice writer study message sit feet trod way every bit it therefore speaks one authority lovers james allen s works indeed filled joy know yet another book inspired pen eagerly welcome divine companion summary lily l allen p |
| 8214 |
8149 |
8770 |
Presidential Farewell and Last Addresses |
Various |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
This collection will put in one place, all the Farewell (or last) Addresses made by each of the 43 ex-US presidents.\nThe first, George Washington's "Farewell Address", issued as a public letter in 1796, was one of the most influential statements of republicanism. Drafted primarily by Washington himself, with help from Hamilton, it gives advice on the necessity and importance of national union, the value of the Constitution and the rule of law, the evils of political parties, and the proper virtues of a republican people. He called morality "a necessary spring of popular government". He said, "Whatever may be conceded to the influence of refined education on minds of peculiar structure, reason and experience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principle."</p>\n\nWashington's public political address warned against foreign influence in domestic affairs and American meddling in European affairs. He warned against bitter partisanship in domestic politics and called for men to move beyond partisanship and serve the common good. He warned against "permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world", saying the United States must concentrate primarily on American interests. He counseled friendship and commerce with all nations, but warned against involvement in European wars and entering into long-term "entangling" alliances. The address quickly set American values regarding foreign affairs. ( Wikipedia) </p>\n\nAll of the other presidential addresses were collected from available on-line sources and, while there may be disagreement among some as to which, exactly, was the "last address" of a particular president, great effort has been made to be as accurate as possible. (summary by John Greenman)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/presidential-farewell-and-last-addresses-by-various/ |
collection put one place farewell or last addresses made 43 ex us presidents first george washington s farewell address issued public letter 1796 one influential statements republicanism drafted primarily washington himself help hamilton gives advice necessity importance national union value constitution rule law evils political parties proper virtues republican people called morality a necessary spring popular government said whatever may conceded influence refined education minds peculiar structure reason experience forbid us expect national morality prevail exclusion religious principle p washington s public political address warned foreign influence domestic affairs american meddling european affairs warned bitter partisanship domestic politics called men move beyond partisanship serve common good warned permanent alliances portion foreign world saying united states must concentrate primarily american interests counseled friendship commerce nations warned involvement european wars entering long term entangling alliances address quickly set american values regarding foreign affairs wikipedia p presidential addresses collected available on line sources and may disagreement among which exactly last address particular president great effort made accurate possible summary john greenman p |
| 8215 |
8150 |
8771 |
Mistress of the Inn (La locandiera) |
Carlo Goldoni |
Comedy |
Mirandolina runs an inn in Florence alone with only the help of her loyal employee Fabricius, and all of her guests are in love with her. The wealthy but only newly aristocratic Count D’Albafiorita and the impoverished but noble Marquis di Forlipopoli vie for her affections while debating the respective value of wealth and nobility (and insulting each other a good deal along the way). The misogynistic Cavalier di Ripafratta scoffs at their shared infatuation and ridicules the idea of love, but will he too fall victim to the beautiful innkeeper’s charms? And can any of them win the heart of the independent Mirandolina? - Summary by Mary J\n<BR><BR>Cast List<BR>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br>Mirandolina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>The Cavalier di Ripafratta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5637">Anthony</a><br>The Marquis di Forlipopoli: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>The Count D'Albafiorita: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>Fabricius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9089">James Simenc</a><br>Servant of the Cavalier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mistress-of-the-inn-la-locandiera-by-carlo-goldoni/ |
mirandolina runs inn florence alone help loyal employee fabricius guests love her wealthy newly aristocratic count d albafiorita impoverished noble marquis di forlipopoli vie affections debating respective value wealth nobility and insulting good deal along way misogynistic cavalier di ripafratta scoffs shared infatuation ridicules idea love fall victim beautiful innkeeper s charms win heart independent mirandolina summary mary j br br cast list br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br mirandolina a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br the cavalier di ripafratta a href https librivox org reader 5637 anthony a br the marquis di forlipopoli a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br the count d albafiorita a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br fabricius a href https librivox org reader 9089 james simenc a br servant cavalier a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br br |
| 8216 |
8151 |
8772 |
Short Poetry Collection 147 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-147-by-various/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers august 2015 p |
| 8217 |
8152 |
8773 |
Havoc |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
Havoc occurs when European countries are discussing covert alliances. The story revolves around the creation of a secret alliance between Germany, Russia, and Austria. The English hope to split Russia away by holding the Czar to his previous public commitments, but they need proof of what was done to create the pressure. All the pressures that lead to WWI are there, but the intrigues and secret treaties create an interesting background to the twists and turns of the plot. (Summary by Tom Weiss<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/havoc-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
havoc occurs european countries discussing covert alliances story revolves around creation secret alliance germany russia austria english hope split russia away holding czar previous public commitments need proof done create pressure pressures lead wwi there intrigues secret treaties create interesting background twists turns plot summary tom weiss p |
| 8218 |
8153 |
8774 |
Delight in Disorder |
Robert Herrick |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Robert Herrick (baptised 24 August 1591 – buried 15 October 1674[1]) was a 17th-century English lyric poet and cleric. He is best known for his book of poems, Hesperides.\nHerrick never married, and none of his love-poems seem to connect directly with any one beloved woman. He loved the richness of sensuality and the variety of life, and this is shown vividly in such poems as Cherry-ripe, Delight in Disorder and Upon Julia’s Clothes. (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/delight-in-disorder-by-robert-herrick/ |
robert herrick baptised 24 august 1591 buried 15 october 1674 1 17th century english lyric poet cleric best known book poems hesperides herrick never married none love poems seem connect directly one beloved woman loved richness sensuality variety life shown vividly poems cherry ripe delight disorder upon julia s clothes summary wikipedia p |
| 8219 |
8155 |
8776 |
Burial of the Guns |
Thomas Nelson Page |
Single Author Collections |
This is a book of short stories centered around the Civil War and its aftermath. The author was a prominent Virginian in his day, and his writing shows a talent for poignant reminiscences. The title comes from the second story, in which an artillery unit detached from Lee's army determines to follow their last orders - not to let their cannons fall into Union hands - despite Lee's surrender and the end of the War in Virginia. The other stories focus on individuals in the post-War years.<p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-burial-of-the-guns-by-thomas-nelson-page/ |
book short stories centered around civil war aftermath author prominent virginian day writing shows talent poignant reminiscences title comes second story artillery unit detached lee s army determines follow last orders let cannons fall union hands despite lee s surrender end war virginia stories focus individuals post war years p |
| 8220 |
8156 |
8777 |
何處へ (Doko e) |
Hakuchō Masamune |
Published 1900 onward |
文学部を卒業して一年たつ菅原健次は雑誌記者として働いていて、妹二人と両親の五人で上野の近くに暮らしている。雑誌の仕事への興味を失い、自分でもどこに行くか分からなくなっている。そんな状態の彼の、同級生、織田、箕浦、久保田、そして桂田博士とその夫人などとの交遊が描かれている。<br /><br />Suganuma Kenji, who graduated from the Faculty of Literature a year ago, works as a magzine reporter. He lives near Ueno with his 2 sisters and his parents. He lost interests in his job and he doesn't know where to go. He meets his former classmates and his professor. (Summary by ekzemplaro) <p> |
Japanese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/doko-e-by-hakucho-masamune/ |
文学部を卒業して一年たつ菅原健次は雑誌記者として働いていて 妹二人と両親の五人で上野の近くに暮らしている 雑誌の仕事への興味を失い 自分でもどこに行くか分からなくなっている そんな状態の彼の 同級生 織田 箕浦 久保田 そして桂田博士とその夫人などとの交遊が描かれている br br suganuma kenji graduated faculty literature year ago works magzine reporter lives near ueno 2 sisters parents lost interests job know go meets former classmates professor summary ekzemplaro p |
| 8221 |
8157 |
8778 |
Tale of Terror: A Study of the Gothic Romance |
Edith Birkhead |
*Non-fiction, Literary Criticism |
A seminal essay on the development of horror as a genre, highly influential on later writers. - Summary by Timothy Ferguson</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-terror-a-study-of-the-gothic-romance-by-edith-birkhead/ |
seminal essay development horror genre highly influential later writers summary timothy ferguson p |
| 8222 |
8158 |
8779 |
Short Poetry Collection 148 |
Various |
Poetry |
<br>This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2015.<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-148-by-various/ |
br this collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers september 2015 br br |
| 8223 |
8159 |
8780 |
Aunt Jane's Nieces Out West |
L. Frank Baum |
General, Published 1900 onward |
After visiting Louise, Arthur and Toodlums at their ranch in Southern California, Beth and Patsy, together with Uncle John, decide to spend the winter at an hotel in the little village of Hollywood, where they get drawn into the new motion picture industry. New friends, adventures and mysteries await. (Summary by Lynne Thompson) <p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-janes-nieces-out-west-by-l-frank-baum/ |
visiting louise arthur toodlums ranch southern california beth patsy together uncle john decide spend winter hotel little village hollywood get drawn new motion picture industry new friends adventures mysteries await summary lynne thompson p |
| 8224 |
8160 |
8781 |
scharlaken letter |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Historical Fiction |
Het werk is een tafereel van het booze in den mensch. Er treden weinig personen in op, maar toch is er handeling genoeg. De hoofdpersoon is eene gevallene, beklagenswaardige vrouw. Het eerst zien wij haar op 't schavot, om haar vergrijp ten toon gesteld. Zij staat daar voor 't oog der menigte met eene zuigeling, de vrucht van verboden hartstogt, op den arm, en eene scharlaken schandletter a, (adultère) op de borst; gedoemd om dat eerloos merk tot aan haren dood te dragen.. Vaderlandsche Letteroefeningen. P. Ellerman, Amsterdam 1854</p> |
Dutch |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/de-scharlaken-letter-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
het werk een tafereel van het booze den mensch er treden weinig personen op maar toch er handeling genoeg de hoofdpersoon eene gevallene beklagenswaardige vrouw het eerst zien wij haar op t schavot om haar vergrijp ten toon gesteld zij staat daar voor t oog der menigte met eene zuigeling de vrucht van verboden hartstogt op den arm en eene scharlaken schandletter a adultère op de borst gedoemd om dat eerloos merk tot aan haren dood te dragen vaderlandsche letteroefeningen p ellerman amsterdam 1854 p |
| 8225 |
8161 |
8782 |
Possessed |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Historical Fiction |
Although titled <i>The Possessed</i> in the initial English translation, Dostoyevsky scholars and later translations favour the titles <i>The Devils</i> or <i>Demons</i>. An extremely political book, Demons is a testimonial of life in Imperial Russia in the late 19th century. As the revolutionary democrats begin to rise in Russia, different ideologies begin to collide. Dostoyevsky casts a critical eye on both the radical idealists, portraying their ideas and ideological foundation as demonic, and the conservative establishment's ineptitude in dealing with those ideas and their social consequences. This form of intellectual conservativism tied to the Slavophile movement of Dostoyevsky's day, called Pochvennichestvo, is seen to have continued on into its modern manifestation in individuals like Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn. Dostoyevsky's novels focus on the idea that utopias and positivist ideas, in being utilitarian, were unrealistic and unobtainable. The book has five primary characters representing different ideologies. By exploring their differing philosophies, Dostoyevsky describes the political chaos seen in 19th century Russia. - Summary by Wikipedia<br/><br/> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-possessed-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
although titled i the possessed i initial english translation dostoyevsky scholars later translations favour titles i the devils i i demons i extremely political book demons testimonial life imperial russia late 19th century revolutionary democrats begin rise russia different ideologies begin collide dostoyevsky casts critical eye radical idealists portraying ideas ideological foundation demonic conservative establishment s ineptitude dealing ideas social consequences form intellectual conservativism tied slavophile movement dostoyevsky s day called pochvennichestvo seen continued modern manifestation individuals like aleksandr solzhenitsyn dostoyevsky s novels focus idea utopias positivist ideas utilitarian unrealistic unobtainable book five primary characters representing different ideologies exploring differing philosophies dostoyevsky describes political chaos seen 19th century russia summary wikipedia br br |
| 8226 |
8162 |
8783 |
Blind Brother |
Homer Greene |
Children's Fiction |
This is the first book written by Homer Greene, whose primary occupation was lawyer. It tells of 14-year-old Tom Taylor, and his 12-year-old blind brother Bennie, who work in the Pennsylvania coal mines in the late 1800s, earning money for an operation for the younger lad. A story of strikes and mine "falls" (cave-ins) along the way. - Summary by Donald Cummings</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-blind-brother-by-homer-greene/ |
first book written homer greene whose primary occupation lawyer tells 14 year old tom taylor 12 year old blind brother bennie work pennsylvania coal mines late 1800s earning money operation younger lad story strikes mine falls cave ins along way summary donald cummings p |
| 8227 |
8163 |
8784 |
Grace Harlowe Overseas |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Action & Adventure |
In 'Grace Harlowe Overseas', we see Grace and her friends travel to Europe in order to serve in World War I (Summary by ashleighjane)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowe-overseas-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
grace harlowe overseas see grace friends travel europe order serve world war summary ashleighjane p |
| 8228 |
8164 |
8785 |
Christmas When The West Was Young |
Cyrus Townsend Brady |
Family Life, Westerns |
Babies, new life, a bitter winter blizzard, death circling. How will it all end? (David Wales )<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-when-the-west-was-young-by-cyrus-townsend-brady/ |
babies new life bitter winter blizzard death circling end david wales p |
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8165 |
8786 |
Treatise of Modern Falconry |
James Campbell |
Animals, Nature |
The 18th century book A Treatise on Modern Falconry is still one of the most quoted books in today's falconry community. <br><br>The preface was possibly written by a Rev. A. Willis, ridicules "The Origin and Progress of Language," a publication shortly before his writing this book. The introduction to this book gives a historical account of the development of falconry from its beginnings long before the 9th century in the middle East to its apparent decline at the invention of the hunting gun. It also includes interesting facts about the practice of falconry in Persia and Hindostan, where falconry became (and in some parts of the Middle East still is) a sport and pastime of the upper classes. <br><br>In the second and main part, the book talks about the falconer and his instruments as well as how to treat and train his birds. The book introduces methods of training and handling falcons, hawks and other birds of prey, and also includes sections about their diseases and possible injuries.(Summary by Curt Walton.)<p> |
English |
1773 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-of-modern-falconry-by-james-campbell/ |
18th century book treatise modern falconry still one quoted books today s falconry community br br the preface possibly written rev a willis ridicules the origin progress language publication shortly writing book introduction book gives historical account development falconry beginnings long 9th century middle east apparent decline invention hunting gun also includes interesting facts practice falconry persia hindostan falconry became and parts middle east still is sport pastime upper classes br br in second main part book talks falconer instruments well treat train birds book introduces methods training handling falcons hawks birds prey also includes sections diseases possible injuries summary curt walton p |
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8166 |
8787 |
History of Reynard the Fox |
Henry Morley |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Reynard the Fox is a literary cycle of allegorical fables in French, Dutch, English, and German, first published around 1170. The fables are largely concerned with Reynard, an anthropomorphic red fox and trickster figure. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-reynard-the-fox-by-henry-morley/ |
reynard fox literary cycle allegorical fables french dutch english german first published around 1170 fables largely concerned reynard anthropomorphic red fox trickster figure summary wikipedia p |
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8167 |
8788 |
Directory of the Devout Life |
Frederick Brotherton Meyer |
Christianity - Commentary |
We can never allow the great objective facts of Christianity, and their attendant doctrines, to sink low on our horizon; but we must give equal prominence to the demands of Christ for a righteousness which shall exceed that of the Scribes and Pharisees, and a perfection which shall resemble that of God. We have no right to be content with saying "Lord, Lord;" we must do the things which He says. <br /><br />Of course, the right kind of obedience is impossible, apart from the Cross and the Spirit. We must be reconciled before we can become obedient children; we must be filled with the Spirit before "the fragrance of Christ" can be manifested through us in every place. The Sermon on the Mount must be read in the transfiguring light which shines backwards from the later events in our Lord's life. <br /><br />When, however, this is borne in mind, each sentence of that marvelous discourse glistens with celestial radiance, and rings with the music of the Gospel. In such a spirit let us address ourselves to the study of the "Directory of the Devout Life," as it is contained in Matt. v., vi., and vii. (from the Preface)<br /><br />F. B. Meyer was a Baptist preacher and a friend and contemporary of D. L. Moody.<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-directory-of-the-devout-life-by-frederick-brotherton-meyer/ |
never allow great objective facts christianity attendant doctrines sink low horizon must give equal prominence demands christ righteousness shall exceed scribes pharisees perfection shall resemble god right content saying lord lord must things says br br of course right kind obedience impossible apart cross spirit must reconciled become obedient children must filled spirit the fragrance christ manifested us every place sermon mount must read transfiguring light shines backwards later events lord s life br br when however borne mind sentence marvelous discourse glistens celestial radiance rings music gospel spirit let us address study directory devout life contained matt v vi vii from preface br br f b meyer baptist preacher friend contemporary d l moody p |
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8168 |
8789 |
Recollections of a Missionary in the Great West |
Cyrus Townsend Brady |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Brady was a journalist, historian, adventure writer, and Episcopal priest. As a priest he spent some time on the American frontier as a missionary. “…the experiences are personal and actually occurred as they are set down, to the best of my recollection…. Only one story was ‘made up’ for the occasion, and that combines several actual incidents. I hope that this book may serve to interest those who read it in the life of the average missionary on the Western frontier – a life of mingled work and pleasure, joy and pathos, hardship and fun.” The book revels in the joys of everyday life, an example of the Episcopal spirituality of seeing the world as a gift from God, to be encountered and gloried in with excitement and appreciation. One recent reader was so enthralled with the book that she read it all in one sitting, not particularly for the religion but for the picture of the people and life of the frontier. Notes: The Daughters Of The King (chapter 3) is an order of laywomen in the Episcopal Church who, remaining in their ordinary lives, commit to a discipline of prayer and service. ( Book preface and david wales) <p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-a-missionary-in-the-great-west-by-cyrus-townsend-brady/ |
brady journalist historian adventure writer episcopal priest priest spent time american frontier missionary the experiences personal actually occurred set down best recollection one story made up occasion combines several actual incidents hope book may serve interest read life average missionary western frontier life mingled work pleasure joy pathos hardship fun book revels joys everyday life example episcopal spirituality seeing world gift god encountered gloried excitement appreciation one recent reader enthralled book read one sitting particularly religion picture people life frontier notes daughters king chapter 3 order laywomen episcopal church who remaining ordinary lives commit discipline prayer service book preface david wales p |
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8169 |
8790 |
Right Off The Bat |
William F. Kirk |
Sports Fiction |
A Book of Baseball Ballads covering all aspects of our wonderful past-time. The ballads may seem out of date given some reference to drinking, smoking, and gambling. But anyone who knows history knows that these players were working men without million dollar contracts and players unions. This is baseball in its true raw form showing people who were paid next to nothing and loved the game. - Summary by ACBowgus<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/right-off-the-bat-by-william-f-kirk/ |
book baseball ballads covering aspects wonderful past time ballads may seem date given reference drinking smoking gambling anyone knows history knows players working men without million dollar contracts players unions baseball true raw form showing people paid next nothing loved game summary acbowgus p |
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8170 |
8791 |
Story of Atlantis and the Lost Lemuria |
William Scott-Elliot |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This volume contains two publications by W. Scott-Elliot, namely The Story of Atlantis (1896) and The Lost Lemuria (1904). A theosophist and believer of the Occult, W. Scott-Elliot gives us a description of the history and structure of Atlantis and Lemuria, along with what he considers evidence of this. The Story of Atlantis is prefaced by Alfred Percy Sinnett. - Summary by Rapunzelina<p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-atlantis-and-the-lost-lemuria-by-william-scott-elliot/ |
volume contains two publications w scott elliot namely story atlantis 1896 lost lemuria 1904 theosophist believer occult w scott elliot gives us description history structure atlantis lemuria along considers evidence this story atlantis prefaced alfred percy sinnett summary rapunzelina p |
| 8235 |
8171 |
8792 |
Calendar and Other Verses |
Irving Sydney Dix |
Single author |
Written by poet Irving Sydney Dix in 1913 for "evidence of my love for and interest in the greatest of all the arts," this little collection of poems includes "The Calendar," "Fairies of the Frost," and "The Sinking of the Titanic." (Summary by Woolly Bee)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-calendar-and-other-verses-by-irving-sydney-dix/ |
written poet irving sydney dix 1913 evidence love interest greatest arts little collection poems includes the calendar fairies frost the sinking titanic summary woolly bee p |
| 8236 |
8195 |
8816 |
Yorkshire Tragedy |
Thomas Middleton |
Tragedy |
<b>A Yorkshire Tragedy: Not So New as Lamentable and True (1619)</b> tells the gruesome tale of Walter Calverly who stabbed his wife and killed his two young sons in April 1605. This recording is based on the text of the second quarto, which was attributed to William Shakespeare on its title page. <br /><br />This transcription is based on the 1619 quarto at the Boston Public Library. Students completed the transcription in the fall of 2013 for English 422 (Seminar on Renaissance Drama: Gender and Print) taught by Professor Tara Lyons at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. \n<BR><BR><b>Cast list:</b><BR>\nNarrator: Michaela Cook<BR>\nRaphe: Jen Dempsey<BR>\nOliver: Kaitlyn Kirk<BR>\nSam: Samantha Brescia<BR>\nWife: Stephanie Cunha<BR>\nHusband: King Indeed<BR>\nGentleman 1: Melanie Lavoie<BR>\nGentleman 2: Erik Isaacson<BR>\nGentleman 3: Megan Gregoire<BR>\nServant: Emily Heroux<BR>\nMaster: Kelsey Wilbur<BR>\nSon: Emma Cornila<BR>\nLusty Servant: Nichole T. Colleton<BR>\nMaid: Sherrie Sousa<BR>\nKnight: Melissa Jordan<BR><BR> |
English |
1619 |
https://librivox.org/a-yorkshire-tragedy-by-thomas-middleton/ |
b a yorkshire tragedy new lamentable true 1619 b tells gruesome tale walter calverly stabbed wife killed two young sons april 1605 recording based text second quarto attributed william shakespeare title page br br this transcription based 1619 quarto boston public library students completed transcription fall 2013 english 422 seminar renaissance drama gender print taught professor tara lyons university massachusetts dartmouth br br b cast list b br narrator michaela cook br raphe jen dempsey br oliver kaitlyn kirk br sam samantha brescia br wife stephanie cunha br husband king indeed br gentleman 1 melanie lavoie br gentleman 2 erik isaacson br gentleman 3 megan gregoire br servant emily heroux br master kelsey wilbur br son emma cornila br lusty servant nichole t colleton br maid sherrie sousa br knight melissa jordan br br |
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8172 |
8793 |
Mental Fascination |
William Walker Atkinson |
Health & Fitness, Philosophy, Psychology |
This book looks at the Followers of the New Thought movement of the early 20th century who believed in the concept of "mind over matter," It introduces us to the mental fascination among animals . the rationale of fascination . experimental fascination . the phenomena of induced imagination . the dangers of psychism . Oriental fascination . and much more. From 1901 to 1905 William Walker Atkinson was the editor of a magazine New Thought and editor of the journal Advanced Thought from 1916 to 1919. Certainly gives you food for thought. - Summary by Michele Eaton </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/mental-fascination-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
book looks followers new thought movement early 20th century believed concept mind matter introduces us mental fascination among animals rationale fascination experimental fascination phenomena induced imagination dangers psychism oriental fascination much more 1901 1905 william walker atkinson editor magazine new thought editor journal advanced thought 1916 1919 certainly gives food thought summary michele eaton p |
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8173 |
8794 |
Kilmeny of the Orchard (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
A short and sweet romance by the author of "Anne of Green Gables", Kilmeny of the Orchard is a story about a schoolteacher (Eric) who goes to Prince Edward Island and meets a beautiful but mysterious girl. Who is she? Why doesn't she speak? Why don't her guardians ever let her out? As Eric explores the answers to these questions, he slowly but surely falls in love with the mysterious girl. Will she ever speak to him? Summary by Beth Thomas<br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nEric Marshall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a><br>\nKilmeny Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>\nThomas Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9155">Natalie Paula</a><br>\nJanet Gordon / John Reid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nRobert Williamson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nMrs. Williamson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMr. Marshall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8860">Truman Thames</a><br>\nDr. David Baker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9295">T. Layne</a><br>\nNeil Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">K. Hand</a><br>\nMrs. Rebecca Reid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nOld Mr. Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8978">James Callaghan</a><br>\nProfessor / Alexander Tracy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8917">MaryAnne</a><br>\nLarry West: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nA Farmer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br><br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/kilmeny-of-the-orchard-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/ |
short sweet romance author anne green gables kilmeny orchard story schoolteacher eric goes prince edward island meets beautiful mysterious girl she speak guardians ever let out eric explores answers questions slowly surely falls love mysterious girl ever speak him summary beth thomas br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br eric marshall a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a br kilmeny gordon a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br thomas gordon a href https librivox org reader 9155 natalie paula a br janet gordon john reid a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br robert williamson a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br mrs williamson a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr marshall a href https librivox org reader 8860 truman thames a br dr david baker a href https librivox org reader 9295 t layne a br neil gordon a href https librivox org reader 8677 k hand a br mrs rebecca reid a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br old mr gordon a href https librivox org reader 8978 james callaghan a br professor alexander tracy a href https librivox org reader 8917 maryanne a br larry west a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br farmer a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br |
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8174 |
8795 |
Vita Nuova |
Dante Alighieri |
Single author, Lyric |
In quella parte del libro della mia memoria dinanzi alla quale poco si potrebbe leggere, si trova una rubrica la quale dice Incipit Vita Nova. Sotto la quale rubrica io trovo scritte le parole le quali è mio intendimento d'asemplare in questo libello, e se non tutte, almeno la loro sentenzia. - Summary by Dante Alighieri, Vita Nuova<p> |
Italian |
0 |
https://librivox.org/la-vita-nuova-by-dante-alighieri/ |
quella parte del libro della mia memoria dinanzi alla quale poco si potrebbe leggere si trova una rubrica la quale dice incipit vita nova sotto la quale rubrica io trovo scritte le parole le quali è mio intendimento d asemplare questo libello e se non tutte almeno la loro sentenzia summary dante alighieri vita nuova p |
| 8240 |
8175 |
8796 |
Somehow Good |
William Frend De Morgan |
Published 1900 onward |
A mysterious man arrives in London and, in a freak accident, gets electrocuted on an underground train and loses his memory. A young lady called Sally Nightingale feels responsible, and brings him home to her mother. But in a strange twist of fate it transpires that her mother is the man's ex wife, whom he left twenty years earlier in unhappy circumstances. The old attraction is there, but what will happen if and when his memory returns? A highly melodramatic plot, but with a deft comic touch, a host of vibrant characters, and a large dash of romance.\n<br></br>\nDe Morgan is best known as a designer. One of the pioneers of the arts and crafts movement, he was a lifelong friend of William Morris and designed tiles and ceramics for Morris & Co for many years. But during his lifetime he also found considerable success as a writer. Over a century later his novels provide the reader with a picture - as intricately designed and lavishly colourful as his ceramics - of an England which, in a few short years after their publication, was to be changed forever by the First World War. With a style that at times is reminiscent of Thackeray or Dickens, De Morgan is a writer with a distinctive voice, wry wit, and - if 'Somehow Good' is any indicator - a truly sentimental heart. (Summary by Helen Taylor) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/somehow-good-by-william-frend-de-morgan/ |
mysterious man arrives london and freak accident gets electrocuted underground train loses memory young lady called sally nightingale feels responsible brings home mother strange twist fate transpires mother man s ex wife left twenty years earlier unhappy circumstances old attraction there happen memory returns highly melodramatic plot deft comic touch host vibrant characters large dash romance br br de morgan best known designer one pioneers arts crafts movement lifelong friend william morris designed tiles ceramics morris co many years lifetime also found considerable success writer century later novels provide reader picture intricately designed lavishly colourful ceramics england which short years publication changed forever first world war style times reminiscent thackeray dickens de morgan writer distinctive voice wry wit somehow good indicator truly sentimental heart summary helen taylor p |
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8176 |
8797 |
Blazed Trail Stories and Stories Of The Wild Life |
Stewart Edward White |
Short Stories, Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
Thirteen short stories by a popular writer of the early 20th century (not to be confused with an earlier book Blazed Trail). White's books were popular at a time when America was losing its vanishing wilderness. He was a keen observer of the beauties of nature and human nature, yet could render them in a plain-spoken style. Based on his own experience, whether writing camping journals or Westerns, he included pithy and fun details about cabin-building, canoeing, logging, gold-hunting, and guns and fishing and hunting. He also interviewed people who had been involved in the fur trade, the California gold rush and other pioneers which provided him with details that give his novels verisimilitude. He salted in humor and sympathy for colorful characters such as canny Indian guides and "greenhorn" campers who carried too much gear. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/blazed-trail-stories-and-stories-of-the-wild-life-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
thirteen short stories popular writer early 20th century not confused earlier book blazed trail white s books popular time america losing vanishing wilderness keen observer beauties nature human nature yet could render plain spoken style based experience whether writing camping journals westerns included pithy fun details cabin building canoeing logging gold hunting guns fishing hunting also interviewed people involved fur trade california gold rush pioneers provided details give novels verisimilitude salted humor sympathy colorful characters canny indian guides greenhorn campers carried much gear summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8177 |
8798 |
All That Matters |
Edgar A. Guest |
Single author |
A collection of poems about life. Written in an easy and interesting style this book includes poems about many parts of family life, motherhood, babies, dads, and youth. None of them long, they focus the listener on the blessings of life. - Summary by Trotsa</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/all-that-matters-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
collection poems life written easy interesting style book includes poems many parts family life motherhood babies dads youth none long focus listener blessings life summary trotsa p |
| 8243 |
8196 |
8817 |
Bunyan Characters Volume II |
Alexander Whyte |
Christianity - Other |
This is the second volume of four which goes into the details of Characters from John Bunyan's books. This one continues with the characters of Pilgrims Progress. Summary by fiddlesticks</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/bunyan-characters-volume-2-by-alexander-whyte/ |
second volume four goes details characters john bunyan s books one continues characters pilgrims progress summary fiddlesticks p |
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8179 |
8800 |
Tree of Appomattox |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure |
"The Tree of Appomattox" concludes the series of connected romances dealing with the Civil War, begun in "The Guns of Bull Run," and continued successively through "The Guns of Shiloh," "The Scouts of Stonewall," "The Sword of Antietam," "The Star of Gettysburg," "The Rock of Chickamauga" and "The Shades of the Wilderness" to the present volume. It has been completed at the expense of vast labor, and the author has striven at all times to be correct, wherever facts are involved. So far, at least, no historic detail has been challenged by critic or reader.\n<br><br>\nMore than half a century has passed since the Civil War's close. Not many of the actors in it are left. It was one of the most tremendous upheavals in the life of any nation, and it was the greatest of all struggles, until the World War began, but scarcely any trace of partisan rancor or bitterness is left. So, it has become easier to write of it with a sense of fairness and detachment, and the lapse of time has made the perspective clear and sharp.\n<br><br>\nHowever lacking he may be in other respects, the author perhaps had an advantage in being born, and having grown up in a border state, where sentiment was about equally divided concerning the Civil War. He was surrounded during his early youth by men who fought on one side or the other, and their stories of camp, march and battle were almost a part of the air he breathed. So he hopes that this circumstance has aided him to give a truthful color to the picture of the mighty combat, waged for four such long and terrible years. - Summary by Foreword</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tree-of-appomattox-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the tree appomattox concludes series connected romances dealing civil war begun the guns bull run continued successively the guns shiloh the scouts stonewall the sword antietam the star gettysburg the rock chickamauga the shades wilderness present volume completed expense vast labor author striven times correct wherever facts involved far least historic detail challenged critic reader br br half century passed since civil war s close many actors left one tremendous upheavals life nation greatest struggles world war began scarcely trace partisan rancor bitterness left so become easier write sense fairness detachment lapse time made perspective clear sharp br br however lacking may respects author perhaps advantage born grown border state sentiment equally divided concerning civil war surrounded early youth men fought one side other stories camp march battle almost part air breathed hopes circumstance aided give truthful color picture mighty combat waged four long terrible years summary foreword p |
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8180 |
8801 |
Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 001 |
Various |
Dramatic Readings |
Librivox readers present a collection of their favorite chapters and short stories, with the original author’s words all brought to life with different reader voices for each character in our popular Dramatic Reading style. This volume includes Anne's Confession from Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery, Coming Home from Mates of Billabong by Mary Grant Bruce [not PD in Australia or Europe], Scandal in Bohemia from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, The Tunnel Under the World by Frederik Pohl [only PD in the US], The Valley of the Shadow of Death from For the Term of His Natural Life by Marcus Clarke, Five Stories from the Chronicles of Clovis by Saki, The Proof of the Pudding from The Story Girl by Lucy Maud Montgomery, The Garden Party and A Dill Pickle by Katherine Mansfield, and The Tale of Samuel Whisker or The Roly Poly Pudding by Beatrix Potter.\n<BR><BR>Cast lists:<BR>\nChapter XIV, Anne's Confession, from Anne of Green Gables<br>\nBC: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nAnne Shirley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMarilla Cuthbert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9645">Saskatoonie</a><br>\nMatthew Cuthbert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>\nNarrator for Anne's Confession: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\n<br>\nChapter VI, Coming Home, from Mates at Billabong<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nNora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nJim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMrs. Brown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nWally: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMr. Linton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nDr. Anderson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nCecil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nBilly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>\nNarrator for Coming Home: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a><br>\n<br>\nScandal in Bohemia, from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nDr John Watson (who is the Narrator): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nSherlock Holmes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nThe King of Bohemia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9173">azureblue</a><br>\nIrene Adler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>\nGodfrey Norton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nBystander: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a><br>\nIrene’s Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>\n<br>\nThe Tunnel Under the World<br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nNarrated By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9779">SionedV</a><br>\nGuy Burckhardt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nApril Horn/Janet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nSwanson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMary Burckhardt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nCigarette seller/Advertiser: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>\nMiss Mitkin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9779">SionedV</a><br>\nMr. Dorchin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>\n<br>\nChapter 27, The Valley of the Shadow of Death, from For the Term of His Natural Life<br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9087">TimoleonWash</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nJemmy Vetch “The Crow”: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5261">Ali Kazerani</a><br>\nGabbett: <a 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href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a><br>\nCecily: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nSara (The Story Girl): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nUncle Roger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\n<br>\nThe Garden Party<br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2825">Ernst Pattynama</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nMeg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLaura: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nTall Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8860">Truman Thames</a><br>\nPale Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nWorkman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nSadie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nJose: <a 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0 |
https://librivox.org/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-001-by-various/ |
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8802 |
Great Encyclical Letters of Pope Leo XIII |
Pope Leo XIII |
Christianity - Other |
Pope Leo XIII (2 March 1810 – 20 July 1903), born Vincenzo Gioacchino Raffaele Luigi Pecci to an Italian comital family, reigned from 20 February 1878 to his death in 1903. He was the oldest pope (reigning until the age of 93), and had the third longest pontificate.<br><br>\n\nHe is well known for his intellectualism, the development of social teachings with his famous papal encyclical Rerum Novarum and his attempts to define the position of the Catholic Church with regard to modern thinking. He issued a record eleven encyclicals on the rosary earning the moniker the "Rosary Pope".<br><br>\n \nThis book includes thirty of his most well know encyclicals and letters. They cover a wide range of subjects, including, Christian marriage, socialism, communism, freemasonry, Anglican orders, and human liberty. Some of the encyclicals included in this volume are: Inscrutabili, Rerum Novarum, Quod Apostolici Muneris, Humanum Genus, Arcanum Divinae, Immortale Dei and many others. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and by Maria Therese)</p>\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-encyclical-letters-of-pope-leo-xiii-by-pope-leo-xiii/ |
pope leo xiii 2 march 1810 20 july 1903 born vincenzo gioacchino raffaele luigi pecci italian comital family reigned 20 february 1878 death 1903 oldest pope reigning age 93 third longest pontificate br br well known intellectualism development social teachings famous papal encyclical rerum novarum attempts define position catholic church regard modern thinking issued record eleven encyclicals rosary earning moniker rosary pope br br book includes thirty well know encyclicals letters cover wide range subjects including christian marriage socialism communism freemasonry anglican orders human liberty encyclicals included volume are inscrutabili rerum novarum quod apostolici muneris humanum genus arcanum divinae immortale dei many others summary adapted wikipedia maria therese p |
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8803 |
Selected Works of E. Boyd Smith |
E. Boyd Smith |
Children's Fiction |
A sampling of the children's books written and illustrated by E. Boyd Smith. The first story is Mr. Smith's version of the Story of Noah's Ark. He then tells us the story of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith. Next we join a hen as she hatches her chicks and their life on the farm. We then go on several adventures with Bob and Betty as they visit their Uncle's farm, go to the seashore and learn about ships, and then learn about railroads and trains. Our last story is a brief history of the United States up until the time just after World War I. - Summary by Barry Eads<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selected-works-of-e-boyd-smith-by-e-boyd-smith/ |
sampling children s books written illustrated e boyd smith first story mr smith s version story noah s ark tells us story pocahontas captain john smith next join hen hatches chicks life farm go several adventures bob betty visit uncle s farm go seashore learn ships learn railroads trains last story brief history united states time world war i summary barry eads p |
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8183 |
8804 |
Inventions Of The Great War |
Alexander Russell Bond |
War & Military, Technology & Engineering |
“… this war was not one of mere destruction. It set men to thinking as they had never thought before. It intensified their inventive faculties, and as a result, the world is richer in many ways. Lessons of thrift and economy have been taught us. Manufacturers have learned the value of standardization. The business man has gained an appreciation of scientific research. The whole story is too big to be contained within the covers of a single book, but I have selected the more important and interesting inventions and have endeavored to describe them in simple language for the benefit of the reader who is not technically trained.” Bond was the sometime editor of Scientific American magazine.\n( Book Preface, David Wales) <p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/inventions-of-the-great-war-by-alexander-russell-bond/ |
war one mere destruction set men thinking never thought before intensified inventive faculties result world richer many ways lessons thrift economy taught us manufacturers learned value standardization business man gained appreciation scientific research whole story big contained within covers single book selected important interesting inventions endeavored describe simple language benefit reader technically trained bond sometime editor scientific american magazine book preface david wales p |
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8805 |
Sombrero de Tres Picos |
Pedro Antonio de Alarcón y Ariza |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
En una ciudad andaluza, de nombre desconocido, viven enamorados y en pacífica convivencia el tío Lucas, hombre feo y contrahecho, y su mujer, bella y codiciada por todos los vecinos, la señá Frasquita: ella navarra y él murciano. Ambos rigen un molino de harina en que se reúne la tertulia de los notables de la ciudad. D. Eugenio de Zúñiga y Ponce de León, corregidor del lugar y hombre todavía más feo y contrahecho, con la complicidad del alguacil Garduña, tiende una trampa al molinero para que se ausente de su casa y poder así manifestar sus amores a la molinera, pero por una serie de circunstancias casuales el corregidor se va a ver envuelto en un embrollo considerable. (Resumen por Tux) <p> |
Spanish |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/el-sombrero-de-tres-picos-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon-y-ariza/ |
en una ciudad andaluza de nombre desconocido viven enamorados en pacífica convivencia el tío lucas hombre feo contrahecho su mujer bella codiciada por todos los vecinos la señá frasquita ella navarra él murciano ambos rigen un molino de harina en que se reúne la tertulia de los notables de la ciudad d eugenio de zúñiga ponce de león corregidor del lugar hombre todavía más feo contrahecho con la complicidad del alguacil garduña tiende una trampa al molinero para que se ausente de su casa poder así manifestar sus amores la molinera pero por una serie de circunstancias casuales el corregidor se va ver envuelto en un embrollo considerable resumen por tux p |
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8806 |
Workhouse Clock |
Thomas Hood |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
There were scarcely any events in the life of Thomas Hood. One condition there was of too potent determining importance—life-long ill health; and one circumstance of moment—a commercial failure, and consequent expatriation. Beyond this, little presents itself for record in the outward facts of this upright and beneficial career, bright with genius and coruscating with wit, dark with the lengthening and deepening shadow of death. (Summary from The Biographical Introduction by William Michael Rossetti of The Poetical Works of Thomas Hood)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-workhouse-clock-by-thomas-hood/ |
scarcely events life thomas hood one condition potent determining importance life long ill health one circumstance moment a commercial failure consequent expatriation beyond this little presents record outward facts upright beneficial career bright genius coruscating wit dark lengthening deepening shadow death summary biographical introduction william michael rossetti poetical works thomas hood p |
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8808 |
Summer Days in Shakespeare Land |
Charles George Harper |
Biography & Autobiography |
"Some delights of the ancient town of Stratford-upon-Avon and the country round about, together with a sketch of the life of Mr. William Shakespeare, in which many things both new and entertaining are to be found...and wherein certain fanatics are handsomely confuted." "Certain fanatics" refers to insistent doubters of Shakespeare's authorship of the great literary works attributed to him. The quoted statement appears before the Preface. The book, which was published in 1913, charmingly describes the area's structures, history, and lore. ~ Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/summer-days-in-shakespeare-land-by-charles-george-harper/ |
some delights ancient town stratford upon avon country round about together sketch life mr william shakespeare many things new entertaining found and wherein certain fanatics handsomely confuted certain fanatics refers insistent doubters shakespeare s authorship great literary works attributed him quoted statement appears preface book published 1913 charmingly describes area s structures history lore lee smalley p |
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8809 |
Victorian Short Stories of Troubled Marriages |
Various |
Family Life, Literary Fiction |
A delightful collection of short stories by some of the luminary authors of the Victorian era. These stories explore the truth behind the victorian marriage. - Summary by Gina Belmonde</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/victorian-short-stories-of-troubled-marriages-by-various/ |
delightful collection short stories luminary authors victorian era stories explore truth behind victorian marriage summary gina belmonde p |
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8189 |
8810 |
Submarine Boys' Trial Trip |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
The torpedo submarine's inventor, Jack Farnum, is looking for investors to help him kick his new shipyard into high gear. He already has his crew set, with sixteen year old Jack Benson as the captain, and his friend Hal Hastings running the engines. But, there may be some changes to the crew of the Pollard on the horizon. - Summary by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-trial-trip-by-victor-g-durham/ |
torpedo submarine s inventor jack farnum looking investors help kick new shipyard high gear already crew set sixteen year old jack benson captain friend hal hastings running engines but may changes crew pollard horizon summary ann boulais p |
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8190 |
8811 |
LibriVox 9th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />This year is the 9th anniversary of our illustrious community, and readers have found and recorded 99 items with a connection with the number nine... neuf... neun... nueve...nove... девять...εννέα... There are short stories, poems, bible readings, non-fiction articles and songs.<br /><br />The items are mostly in English, but this year we have one or more contributions in ten other languages: Ancient Greek, Dutch, German, Japanese, Latin, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Ukrainian. (Summary by RuthieG)<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-9th-anniversary-collection/ |
br this year 9th anniversary illustrious community readers found recorded 99 items connection number nine neuf neun nueve nove девять εννέα short stories poems bible readings non fiction articles songs br br the items mostly english year one contributions ten languages ancient greek dutch german japanese latin polish portuguese romanian russian ukrainian summary ruthieg br br |
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8191 |
8812 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 044 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>.<br></br>\nDas ovale Porträt übersetzt von Theodor Etzel (1873-1930)<br>\nDie Nachtigall und die Rose übersetzt von Wilhelm Cremer (1874-1932)<br>\n[Begegnung mit Farinelli] übersetz von Christoph Daniel Ebeling (1741-1817)</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-044-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br das ovale porträt übersetzt von theodor etzel 1873 1930 br die nachtigall und die rose übersetzt von wilhelm cremer 1874 1932 br begegnung mit farinelli übersetz von christoph daniel ebeling 1741 1817 p |
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8192 |
8813 |
Light on Life’s Difficulties |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
When a man enters a dark room he is not sure of his movements, he cannot see objects around him, or properly locate them, and is liable to hurt himself by coming into sudden contact with them. But let a light be introduced, and immediately all confusion disappears. Every object is seen, and there is no danger of being hurt. To the majority, life is such a dark room, and their frequent hurts—their disappointments, perplexities, sorrows and pains—are caused by sudden contact with principles which they do not see, and are therefore not prepared to deal with. But when the light of wisdom is introduced into the darkened understanding, confusion vanishes, difficulties are dissolved, all things are seen in their true place and proportion, and henceforth the man walks open-eyed and unhurt, in the clear light of wise comprehension. - Summary by James Allen<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/light-on-lifes-difficulties-by-james-allen/ |
man enters dark room sure movements cannot see objects around him properly locate them liable hurt coming sudden contact them let light introduced immediately confusion disappears every object seen danger hurt majority life dark room frequent hurts their disappointments perplexities sorrows pains are caused sudden contact principles see therefore prepared deal with light wisdom introduced darkened understanding confusion vanishes difficulties dissolved things seen true place proportion henceforth man walks open eyed unhurt clear light wise comprehension summary james allen p |
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8814 |
Bert's Treatise of Hawkes and Hawking |
Edmund Bert |
Animals, Sports & Recreation |
An approved Treatise of Hawkes and Hawking. Divided into three Bookes. The first teacheth, How to make a short-winged Hawke good, with good conditions. The second, How to reclaime a Hawke from any ill condition. The third teacheth. Cures for all knowne griefes and diseases. By Edmund Bert, Gentleman. <br><br>\n\nThe author, who lived at Collier Row, near Romford, Essex, details his method of training the Goshawk, in which he was very successful. He used to ride out of Essex into Sussex to hawk over the downs, where, he says, " I have killed for the most part of a moneth together with an intermewed goshawke eight, nine, or tenne Partridges in a day. The day of my going thither and the day of my returne to London was just five weeks, and it was a fortnight or more in Michaelmas terme when I came backe. I killed in that time with that one hawke foure score and odd Partridges, five Pheasants, seven Rayles, and four Hares against my will."</p>\n\nHe had " for a Goshawke and Tarsell a hundred marks both solde to one man within sixteen months ". For another Goshawk he was offered " fortie pounds ", and ultimately sold her for thirty. In 1795, a silver " varvel," engraved with the name "Oxenforde," was found near Headingham Castle, the ancient seat of this family in Essex. It is figured and described in the Archceologia, and may well have belonged to the nobleman to whom this book is dedicated. - Summary by James Edmund Harting, 1891. <p> |
English |
1619 |
https://librivox.org/berts-treatise-of-hawkes-and-hawking-by-edmund-bert/ |
approved treatise hawkes hawking divided three bookes first teacheth make short winged hawke good good conditions second reclaime hawke ill condition third teacheth cures knowne griefes diseases edmund bert gentleman br br author lived collier row near romford essex details method training goshawk successful used ride essex sussex hawk downs where says killed part moneth together intermewed goshawke eight nine tenne partridges day day going thither day returne london five weeks fortnight michaelmas terme came backe killed time one hawke foure score odd partridges five pheasants seven rayles four hares will p goshawke tarsell hundred marks solde one man within sixteen months another goshawk offered fortie pounds ultimately sold thirty 1795 silver varvel engraved name oxenforde found near headingham castle ancient seat family essex figured described archceologia may well belonged nobleman book dedicated summary james edmund harting 1891 p |
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8194 |
8815 |
Paradise Lost (version 2) |
John Milton |
Poetry, Epics |
As Vergil had surpassed Homer by adapting the epic form to celebrate the origin of the author’s nation, Milton developed it yet further to recount the origin of the human race itself and, in particular, the origin of and the remedy for evil; this is what he refers to as “things unattempted yet in prose or rhyme.”\n<br /><br />\nAfter a statement of its purpose, the poem plunges, like its epic predecessors, into the midst of the action, shockingly bringing to the front the traditional visit to the underworld, for Satan’s malice is the mainspring of the negative action. But at the center of the poem lies the triumph by the Son of God over the angelic rebels, which counteracts Satan’s evil design. To preview this pattern, the fallen angels’ council in hell is counterbalanced by a council in heaven, in which the Son offers himself as a scapegoat for mankind long before the original sin has been committed.\n<br /><br />\nWith this background, the narrator introduces us to Eden and our “Grand Parents.” Satan is detected spying on them and is expelled from the garden, after which God sends an angel to tutor Adam and Eve in the history of the heavenly war that has led to the present situation. At Adam's request, the heavenly guest then recounts the creation of the visible world, explaining also the proper nature of development, whereby all things proceed from lower to higher by refining that which nourishes them.\n<br /><br />\nSatan, however, returning in the form of a snake, offers Eve an evolutionary shortcut in the form of a magical food capable of endowing her with super powers. He claims it has conferred on him both reason and speech. Since Eve is suffering at the moment from a fancied slight to her moral strength, she allows herself to forget her recent lesson and yields to this temptation. Adam, unable to imagine life without Eve (and failing to explore alternatives to sin), accepts the fruit from her and eats as well. \n<br /><br />\nSatan’s triumph is short-lived, for although hell and the world of mankind are now linked by a broad highway, he and his followers are humiliated in hell by being turned involuntarily into snakes every year.\n<br /><br />\nWhatever their reasons, both Adam and Eve have disobeyed their Maker’s sole command, and both are condemned to mortality and expulsion from the garden, but before they leave they are vouchsafed another history lesson, this time of the world to come: the progress of sin, the Savior’s coming, and the growth of the church. \n<br /><br />\n<b>Pronunciation:</b> Although a Cambridge M.A., Milton was born and raised in Cheapside, within earshot of the bells of St. Mary-le-Bow, which would make him a Cockney, and the educated dialect which he spoke more nearly resembled the speech of modern Ireland or Ohio than of today's London. Therefore no British accent has been used for this recording, with rare exceptions like making <i>shone</i> rhyme with <i>gone</i>, as Milton's spelling <i>shon</i> specifies. For the most part, modern pronunciation has been employed, as Milton would doubtless have preferred, being so self-consciously avant garde as, for example, to require by his spelling that participles be clipped (e.g., <i>despis'd</i>, <i>rang'd</i>, <i>stretcht</i>) rather than given the syllabic <i>-ed </i>ending. However, he was equally firm about specifying personal preferences that have not survived in standard English on either side of the Atlantic, such as <i>hunderd</i>, <i>heighth</i>, <i>sate</i> (for <i>sat</i>), and elisions like <i>th'ocean</i>. Although blind, he meticulously checked the proofs of his poems and sent his publisher lists of errata with spelling corrections like these. He even distinguished between <i>their</i> and <i>thir</i>, <i>me</i> and <i>mee</i>. Wherever possible these distinctions have been respected. Research has also determined that he probably gave long vowels to the <i>-able</i> suffix and to the syllable <i>-ube</i> in <i>cherube</i>, but since there is little to be gained by honoring such idiosyncracies, they have not been consistently preserved. On the other hand, metrical considerations demand pronunciations such as <i>SUpreme</i>, <i>blasPHEmous</i>, <i>REcepTAcle</i>, and even <i>ACcepTAble</i> and <i>unACcepTAble</i>. Yet, even where corroborative evidence can be found in Shakespeare or elsewhere, such bizarre pronunciations have been kept to a minimum if the meter can be preserved without deviating from modern pronunciation (<i>TRIumph</i> has generally been preferred to <i>triUMPH</i> and <i>inVISible</i> to <i>INviSIble</i>).\n<br /><br />\n<b>The Text:</b> Because the Rev. H. C. Beeching, editor of the volume, was sensitive to the importance of Milton's spelling and apostrophes, his text provides ample support for the pronunciations employed in this reading. However, the reader is encouraged to pay attention to the notes at the end of each book, to which Beeching has consigned some of Milton's maturest artistic decisions.\n<br /><br />(Thomas Copeland) </p> |
English |
1667 |
https://librivox.org/paradise-lost-by-john-milton-2/ |
vergil surpassed homer adapting epic form celebrate origin author s nation milton developed yet recount origin human race and particular origin remedy evil refers things unattempted yet prose rhyme br br statement purpose poem plunges like epic predecessors midst action shockingly bringing front traditional visit underworld satan s malice mainspring negative action center poem lies triumph son god angelic rebels counteracts satan s evil design preview pattern fallen angels council hell counterbalanced council heaven son offers scapegoat mankind long original sin committed br br background narrator introduces us eden grand parents satan detected spying expelled garden god sends angel tutor adam eve history heavenly war led present situation adam s request heavenly guest recounts creation visible world explaining also proper nature development whereby things proceed lower higher refining nourishes them br br satan however returning form snake offers eve evolutionary shortcut form magical food capable endowing super powers claims conferred reason speech since eve suffering moment fancied slight moral strength allows forget recent lesson yields temptation adam unable imagine life without eve and failing explore alternatives sin accepts fruit eats well br br satan s triumph short lived although hell world mankind linked broad highway followers humiliated hell turned involuntarily snakes every year br br whatever reasons adam eve disobeyed maker s sole command condemned mortality expulsion garden leave vouchsafed another history lesson time world come progress sin savior s coming growth church br br b pronunciation b although cambridge m a milton born raised cheapside within earshot bells st mary le bow would make cockney educated dialect spoke nearly resembled speech modern ireland ohio today s london therefore british accent used recording rare exceptions like making i shone i rhyme i gone i milton s spelling i shon i specifies part modern pronunciation employed milton would doubtless preferred self consciously avant garde as example require spelling participles clipped e g i despis d i i rang d i i stretcht i rather given syllabic i ed i ending however equally firm specifying personal preferences survived standard english either side atlantic i hunderd i i heighth i i sate i for i sat i elisions like i th ocean i although blind meticulously checked proofs poems sent publisher lists errata spelling corrections like these even distinguished i their i i thir i i me i i mee i wherever possible distinctions respected research also determined probably gave long vowels i able i suffix syllable i ube i i cherube i since little gained honoring idiosyncracies consistently preserved hand metrical considerations demand pronunciations i supreme i i blasphemous i i receptacle i even i acceptable i i unacceptable i yet even corroborative evidence found shakespeare elsewhere bizarre pronunciations kept minimum meter preserved without deviating modern pronunciation i triumph i generally preferred i triumph i i invisible i i invisible i br br b the text b rev h c beeching editor volume sensitive importance milton s spelling apostrophes text provides ample support pronunciations employed reading however reader encouraged pay attention notes end book beeching consigned milton s maturest artistic decisions br br thomas copeland p |
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8818 |
Geschichte des Peloponnesischen Kriegs |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Antiquity |
Thukydides beschrieb den Peloponnesischen Krieg (431 bis 404 v. Chr.) zwischen dem von Athen geführten Attischen Seebund und dem Peloponnesischen Bund unter Sparta bis zum Jahr 411 v. Chr. Er bemühte sich um eine genaue Ermittelung der Tatsachen und wertfreie Darstellung von Ursachen und Wirkungen. Daher gilt er als Begründer einer objektiven Geschichtswissenschaft. Bemerkenswert sind seine Ansichten über die menschliche Natur. (Zusammenfassung von redaer)<br /><a href="http://www.archive.org/search.php?query=redaer german&sort=-publicdate">Internet Archive: weitere gemeinfreie redaer Aufnahmen</a><p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/geschichte-des-peloponnesischen-kriegs-by-thucydides/ |
thukydides beschrieb den peloponnesischen krieg 431 bis 404 v chr zwischen dem von athen geführten attischen seebund und dem peloponnesischen bund unter sparta bis zum jahr 411 v chr er bemühte sich um eine genaue ermittelung der tatsachen und wertfreie darstellung von ursachen und wirkungen daher gilt er als begründer einer objektiven geschichtswissenschaft bemerkenswert sind seine ansichten über die menschliche natur zusammenfassung von redaer br a href http www archive org search php query redaer german sort publicdate internet archive weitere gemeinfreie redaer aufnahmen a p |
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8198 |
8819 |
Tales of a Poultry Farm |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Animals & Nature |
Another interesting book by Clara Dillingham Pierson, this time focusing on the poultry you might have in your farmyard! The chickens, ducks, and turkeys get some new experiences as a new owner comes to the farm, and does some things that seem very odd to them. Learn along with the chickens about the new owner, and also some other things that are worse, like the awful hook worms that some young chickens experienced when they disobeyed their mom. This book is just as interesting as the others by this author, so enjoy living in the poultry yard for a while! (Summary by Trotsa) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-a-poultry-farm-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
another interesting book clara dillingham pierson time focusing poultry might farmyard chickens ducks turkeys get new experiences new owner comes farm things seem odd them learn along chickens new owner also things worse like awful hook worms young chickens experienced disobeyed mom book interesting others author enjoy living poultry yard while summary trotsa p |
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8199 |
8820 |
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 034 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the English countryside; William Randolph Hearst and journalism; the philosophy of Soren Kierkegaard, John Dewey and others; General William T. Sherman's voyage to San Francisco; the metric system, and the future of the machine age. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n<p> Bjornson's "Beyond Human Power" and Kierkegaard's "What Says the Fire Marshal?" were both translated by Lee Milton Hollander<br/ >The translators of Philemon's "The Highest Good" and Lessing's "On Love of Truth" are unknown. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-034-by-various/ |
p eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include english countryside william randolph hearst journalism philosophy soren kierkegaard john dewey others general william t sherman s voyage san francisco metric system future machine age summary sue anderson p p bjornson s beyond human power kierkegaard s what says fire marshal translated lee milton hollander br the translators philemon s the highest good lessing s on love truth unknown p |
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8200 |
8821 |
Thirty More Famous Stories Retold |
James Baldwin |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Thirty More Famous Stories Retold, the sequel to the popular Fifty Famous Stories Retold, retells the stories of legendary people and mythological figures in simple, easy-to-understand language appropriate for intermediate readers and listeners of all ages. Contained within are the fascinating and thrilling stories from science and myth, from Camelot and Rome, that every child should know. In James Baldwin's introduction he explains that: "Nearly all the stories are true, and there are not more than three or four that might not have happened. In every one there is something worth learning and remembering." - Summary by Introduction & Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/thirty-more-famous-stories-retold-by-james-baldwin/ |
thirty famous stories retold sequel popular fifty famous stories retold retells stories legendary people mythological figures simple easy to understand language appropriate intermediate readers listeners ages contained within fascinating thrilling stories science myth camelot rome every child know james baldwin s introduction explains that nearly stories true three four might happened every one something worth learning remembering summary introduction jill engle p |
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8201 |
8822 |
Frey and his Wife |
Maurice Henry Hewlett |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Frey and his Wife is a Nordic Saga, but written in a saga style by a 20th Century Englishman. It tells the tale of Gunnar, a Norwegian wrongly accused of murder who flees across the mountains to the pagan forests of Sweden. There he meets 'Frey' a Norse god, and a young woman who has become his wife. Animosity develops between Frey and Gunnar over the local ritual of human sacrifice which leads to an interesting outcome. The tale develops themes of religion, idolatory, and love, set in the time when Christianity was starting to displace pagan religion in Scandinavia. (Kevin Green)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/frey-and-his-wife-by-maurice-henry-hewlett/ |
frey wife nordic saga written saga style 20th century englishman tells tale gunnar norwegian wrongly accused murder flees across mountains pagan forests sweden meets frey norse god young woman become wife animosity develops frey gunnar local ritual human sacrifice leads interesting outcome tale develops themes religion idolatory love set time christianity starting displace pagan religion scandinavia kevin green p |
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8202 |
8823 |
Songs of Action |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Single author |
This is a collection of poems by Arthur Conan Doyle centering around the theme of war, action and adventure. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-action-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
collection poems arthur conan doyle centering around theme war action adventure summary carolin p |
| 8265 |
8208 |
8829 |
Японские народные сказки (Yaponskie Narodnye Skazki) |
Aleksandr Fyodorov-Davydov |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Эта книга содержит японские народные сказки, переведенные с немецкого на русский Александром Александровичем Фёдоровым-Давыдовым - детским писателем, редактором, издателем и переводчиком. <br><br>This book contains Japanese Folk Tales translated from German into Russian by Aleksandr Fyodorov-Davydov - children's writer, editor, publisher and translator. Summary by ShiNeko |
Russian |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/yaponskie-narodnye-skazki-by-aleksandr-fyodorov-davydov/ |
эта книга содержит японские народные сказки переведенные с немецкого на русский александром александровичем фёдоровым давыдовым детским писателем редактором издателем и переводчиком br br this book contains japanese folk tales translated german russian aleksandr fyodorov davydov children s writer editor publisher translator summary shineko |
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8203 |
8824 |
Menschenhasser |
Dietrich Theden |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Hunter, ein Deutsch-Australier kehrt nach langen Jahren als reicher, aber verbitterter Mann nach Berlin zurück, erfährt über Umwege, dass seine Ex-Ehefrau die zwei gemeinsamen Kinder wahrscheinlich umgebracht hat und beschließt, deren Tode zu rächen.\nDazu schleicht er sich unter fremden Namen in den bizarren Haushalt der zickigen Frau und ihren geizigen Kauz und Neu-Ehemann ein, lernt deren unterdrückte Tochter und ihren Verlobten kennen, und beschließt, den beiden unglücklichen jungen Leuten gegen den Willen der Eltern den Weg zu ebnen. Doch dabei muss er mit der Niedertracht seiner Exfrau rechnen ... ein mörderischer Abgrund aus Geiz und Gier tut sich vor ihm auf.\n<br></br>\nMenschenhasser ist der berühmteste Kriminalroman von Diedrich Theden. - Summary by Ramona Deininger-Schnabel<br></br> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/menschenhasser-by-dietrich-theden/ |
hunter ein deutsch australier kehrt nach langen jahren als reicher aber verbitterter mann nach berlin zurück erfährt über umwege dass seine ex ehefrau die zwei gemeinsamen kinder wahrscheinlich umgebracht hat und beschließt deren tode zu rächen dazu schleicht er sich unter fremden namen den bizarren haushalt der zickigen frau und ihren geizigen kauz und neu ehemann ein lernt deren unterdrückte tochter und ihren verlobten kennen und beschließt den beiden unglücklichen jungen leuten gegen den willen der eltern den weg zu ebnen doch dabei muss er mit der niedertracht seiner exfrau rechnen ein mörderischer abgrund aus geiz und gier tut sich vor ihm auf br br menschenhasser ist der berühmteste kriminalroman von diedrich theden summary ramona deininger schnabel br br |
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8204 |
8825 |
Book of Missionary Heroes |
Basil Joseph Mathews |
Christianity - Biographies |
Through the centuries, the world has been witness to an unbroken trail of heroes--men and women who braved privation, danger, and death to bring the light of Jesus Christ to the darkest corners of the earth. Some are well known, others long forgotten, but all belong to the same indomitable band of torch-bearers. Join a few of these heroes as they face cannibals, battle slave traders, and care for sick enemies, always with one mission at the forefront--to serve their Lord and bring others into His light. (Summary by BookAngel7) </p>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-missionary-heroes-by-basil-joseph-mathews/ |
centuries world witness unbroken trail heroes men women braved privation danger death bring light jesus christ darkest corners earth well known others long forgotten belong indomitable band torch bearers join heroes face cannibals battle slave traders care sick enemies always one mission forefront to serve lord bring others light summary bookangel7 p |
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8205 |
8826 |
Woodcraft |
Nessmuk |
Nature, Sports & Recreation, Travel & Geography |
George Washington Sears, who many know better by his pen name "Nessmuk", was an outdoor writer during the last half of the 19th century, writing most often for the magazine "Field and Forest", the predecessor of today's "Field and Stream". "Woodcraft" is his book for "outers" with his tips on how to "smooth it" rather than rough it in the woods. Although some of his methods, equipment and mores may be out of date or objectionable to modern readers, his stories of true wilderness travel tinged with his subtle humor still have messages for those venturing out of doors. His small stature and compromised health made him a proponent of lightweight backpacking and canoe travel with only essential gear, a lesson still relevant today. There is a reason why "Woodcraft" and the slightly abridged, "Woodcraft and Camping", have been continuously in print since its original publication. - Summary by Fritz<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/woodcraft-by-nessmuk/ |
george washington sears many know better pen name nessmuk outdoor writer last half 19th century writing often magazine field forest predecessor today s field stream woodcraft book outers tips smooth it rather rough woods although methods equipment mores may date objectionable modern readers stories true wilderness travel tinged subtle humor still messages venturing doors small stature compromised health made proponent lightweight backpacking canoe travel essential gear lesson still relevant today reason woodcraft slightly abridged woodcraft camping continuously print since original publication summary fritz p |
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8206 |
8827 |
Boy Crusoe |
Allan Eric |
Action & Adventure |
Also published as" A Yankee Crusoe" . A 15 year old hard working and studious farm boy finds the lure of adventure on the seas as a merchant seaman more than he can resist. This is his story. " I was born in a little town in the State of Maine, near the close of the Civil War. My boyhood life did not differ materially from that of the average farmer's son in the remote country districts of New England--except, perhaps, that I read more and thought more. Hard work on the rugged soil, two terms each year in the little yellow country schoolhouse, a day's fishing now and then filled the early years of my life full to over-flowing. " What he gets is enough excitement and adventure to overflow his wildest dreams. How he experiences disaster and uses his wits and knowledge to overcome every problem makes for a great read. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-boy-crusoe-by-allan-eric/ |
also published as yankee crusoe 15 year old hard working studious farm boy finds lure adventure seas merchant seaman resist story born little town state maine near close civil war boyhood life differ materially average farmer s son remote country districts new england except perhaps read thought more hard work rugged soil two terms year little yellow country schoolhouse day s fishing filled early years life full over flowing gets enough excitement adventure overflow wildest dreams experiences disaster uses wits knowledge overcome every problem makes great read summary phil chenevert p |
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8207 |
8828 |
Captain of the Nine |
William Heyliger |
Sports Fiction, School |
When the veteran captain of the St. Mary's baseball team is forced to resign at the beginning of the season, the choice for his replacement falls quickly upon the star pitcher. But can the new captain manage to rally the team, cope with detractors, and win the coach's confidence--all while still keeping his pitching arm in shape? And when fresh disasters threaten to wreck the big game, is there anything he can do to save it? - Summary by bookAngel7<p>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-captain-of-the-nine-by-william-heyliger/ |
veteran captain st mary s baseball team forced resign beginning season choice replacement falls quickly upon star pitcher new captain manage rally team cope detractors win coach s confidence all still keeping pitching arm shape fresh disasters threaten wreck big game anything save it summary bookangel7 p |
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8209 |
8830 |
All These Things Added |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction |
In seeking for pleasures here and rewards hereafter men have destroyed (in their hearts) the Temple of Righteousness, and have wandered from the Kingdom of Heaven. By ceasing to seek for earthly pleasures and heavenly rewards, the Temple of Righteousness is restored and the Kingdom of Heaven is found. This truth is for those who are ready to receive it; and this book also is for those whose souls have been prepared for the acceptance of its teaching. (James Allen) <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/all-these-things-added-by-james-allen/ |
seeking pleasures rewards hereafter men destroyed in hearts temple righteousness wandered kingdom heaven ceasing seek earthly pleasures heavenly rewards temple righteousness restored kingdom heaven found truth ready receive it book also whose souls prepared acceptance teaching james allen p |
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8210 |
8831 |
Theodore Roosevelt; An Address Delivered Before The Congress Of The United States |
Henry Cabot Lodge |
Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
A biographical encomium delivered on the occasion of Roosevelt's death. Theodore "T.R." Roosevelt, Jr. (1858 – 1919) was an American author, naturalist, explorer, historian, and politician who served as the 26th President of the United States. He was a leader of the Republican Party (the "GOP") and founder of the Progressive Party. He is noted for his exuberant personality, range of interests and achievements, and his leadership of the Progressive Movement, as well as his "cowboy" persona and robust masculinity. Henry Cabot Lodge (1850 – 1924) was an American Republican Senator and historian from Massachusetts. He was also a friend and confidant of Theodore Roosevelt. He had the role (but not the official title) of the first Senate Majority Leader.\n - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/theodore-roosevelt-an-address-delivered-before-the-congress-of-the-united-states-by-henry-cabot-lodge/ |
biographical encomium delivered occasion roosevelt s death theodore t r roosevelt jr 1858 1919 american author naturalist explorer historian politician served 26th president united states leader republican party the gop founder progressive party noted exuberant personality range interests achievements leadership progressive movement well cowboy persona robust masculinity henry cabot lodge 1850 1924 american republican senator historian massachusetts also friend confidant theodore roosevelt role but official title first senate majority leader summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8211 |
8832 |
Bobby in Search of a Birthday |
Lebbeus Mitchell |
Family |
The sweet story of a five year old boy named Bobby, who is an orphan. When Bobby learns that other children have birthdays, he goes hunting to find his. Go with him and meet the Man with the Pocketful of Quarters and the Lady who Likes Little Boys and learn how he finds his birthdays and a family besides! (Summary by Trotsa) <p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bobby-in-search-of-a-birthday-by-lebbeus-mitchell/ |
sweet story five year old boy named bobby orphan bobby learns children birthdays goes hunting find his go meet man pocketful quarters lady likes little boys learn finds birthdays family besides summary trotsa p |
| 8274 |
8212 |
8833 |
International Short Stories Volume 3: French Stories |
Francis J. Reynolds |
Short Stories |
The third book of a three volume anthology of international short stories, we now turn to French stories. Authors include Honoré de Balzac, Voltaire, Guy de Maupassant, Victor Hugo and more. Compiled and translated by Francis J. Reynolds. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/international-short-stories-volume-3-french-stories-by-francis-j-reynolds/ |
third book three volume anthology international short stories turn french stories authors include honoré de balzac voltaire guy de maupassant victor hugo more compiled translated francis j reynolds summary lynne thompson p |
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8213 |
8834 |
Convivio |
Dante Alighieri |
Lyric, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Medieval |
Convivio (The Banquet) is a work written by Dante Alighieri roughly between 1304 and 1307. This unfinished work of Dante consists of four trattati, or "books": a prefatory one, plus three books that each include a canzone (long lyrical poem) and a prose allegorical interpretation or commentary of the poem that goes off in multiple thematic directions.</p>\n\nThe Convivio is a kind of vernacular encyclopedia of the knowledge of Dante's time; it touches on many areas of learning, not only philosophy but also politics, linguistics, science, and history. The treatise begins with the prefatory book, or proem, which explains why a book like the Convivio is needed and why Dante is writing it in the vernacular instead of Latin. It is one of Dante's early defenses of the vernacular, expressed in greater detail in his (slightly earlier) linguistic treatise De vulgari eloquentia (On Eloquence in the Vernacular). Books 2 and 3 form a unit, both focusing on Dante's new love after the death of Beatrice—his love for Lady Philosophy, "the most beautiful and dignified daughter of the Emperor of the universe," as he calls her. Book 2 discusses allegory and Lady Philosophy (in connection with the canzone Voi che ’ntendendo il terzo ciel movete [You who move the third heaven with an act of the intellect], which opens the book), and also brings such subjects as astronomy, angelology, and the soul's immortality. Book 3 is a hymn of praise for philosophy, launched by an allegorical interpretation of Dante's great canzone Amor che ne la mente mi ragiona (Love, who speaks to me in my mind). In this book, Dante asserts that true philosophy cannot arise from any ulterior motives, such as prestige or money—it is only possible when the seeker has a love of wisdom for its own sake. Book 4 is by far the longest of the Convivio, and is noticeably distinct from the two books that precede it. The subject of book 4 is the nature of nobility. It opens with the longest canzone of the Convivio, Le dolci rime d’amor (Those sweet poems of love), which is explicitly about gentilezza or nobility, as well as a condemnation of avarice, asserting that reason and the spirit of acquisition are mutually incompatible. The first half of book 4's thirty chapters are dedicated to debunking the false idea of nobility as an inherited trait, one restricted to the aristocracy, while the final fifteen chapters delineate what true nobility consists of—the perfection of a thing according to its nature—and how nobility manifests in people at various stages of life. The Convivio, in its autobiographical passages and in the trajectories of its lines of thought, gives us a rich portrait of Dante himself, of great importance for an understanding of his work as a whole, especially the Divine Comedy. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-convivio-by-dante-alighieri/ |
convivio the banquet work written dante alighieri roughly 1304 1307 unfinished work dante consists four trattati books prefatory one plus three books include canzone long lyrical poem prose allegorical interpretation commentary poem goes multiple thematic directions p convivio kind vernacular encyclopedia knowledge dante s time touches many areas learning philosophy also politics linguistics science history treatise begins prefatory book proem explains book like convivio needed dante writing vernacular instead latin one dante s early defenses vernacular expressed greater detail slightly earlier linguistic treatise de vulgari eloquentia on eloquence vernacular books 2 3 form unit focusing dante s new love death beatrice his love lady philosophy the beautiful dignified daughter emperor universe calls her book 2 discusses allegory lady philosophy in connection canzone voi che ntendendo il terzo ciel movete you move third heaven act intellect opens book also brings subjects astronomy angelology soul s immortality book 3 hymn praise philosophy launched allegorical interpretation dante s great canzone amor che ne la mente mi ragiona love speaks mind book dante asserts true philosophy cannot arise ulterior motives prestige money it possible seeker love wisdom sake book 4 far longest convivio noticeably distinct two books precede it subject book 4 nature nobility opens longest canzone convivio le dolci rime d amor those sweet poems love explicitly gentilezza nobility well condemnation avarice asserting reason spirit acquisition mutually incompatible first half book 4 s thirty chapters dedicated debunking false idea nobility inherited trait one restricted aristocracy final fifteen chapters delineate true nobility consists of the perfection thing according nature and nobility manifests people various stages life convivio autobiographical passages trajectories lines thought gives us rich portrait dante himself great importance understanding work whole especially divine comedy summary wikipedia p |
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8214 |
8835 |
歌行灯 (Utaandon) |
Kyōka Izumi |
Published 1900 onward |
二人の老人が桑名の駅に降り立った。彼らは、伊勢から東京への帰路で、そこの宿に泊まった。若い男、流しの歌い手が桑名のうどん屋で休みをとった。この二つの話が平行して語られ、最後にひとつに混じり合う。<br><br>Two elderly men get off the train at Kuwana Station. They are on the way back from Ise to Tokyo and they stay at an inn in Kuwana. A young man, a travelling singer, rests at a noodle shop in Kuwana. The stories of the men parallel each other and merge at the end. The book has been translated into English as "A Song by Lantern Light". (Summary by ekzemplaro)<p> |
Japanese |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/utaandon-by-kyoka-izumi/ |
二人の老人が桑名の駅に降り立った 彼らは 伊勢から東京への帰路で そこの宿に泊まった 若い男 流しの歌い手が桑名のうどん屋で休みをとった この二つの話が平行して語られ 最後にひとつに混じり合う br br two elderly men get train kuwana station way back ise tokyo stay inn kuwana young man travelling singer rests noodle shop kuwana stories men parallel merge end book translated english a song lantern light summary ekzemplaro p |
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8215 |
8836 |
Canzoniere |
Dante Alighieri |
Single author, Lyric |
Le Rime (in English, The Rhymes) are the collection of lyric poems written by Dante Alighieri throughout his life. While the rest of Dante's works were prepared by himself for publication, these poems were written by him in letters, as parts of other works or independently, but only collected and ordered much later, by modern critics. Among these is found the famous collection of Rime Petrose, a cycle of poems dedicated to a woman nicknamed Pietra (Stone) due to her insensibility to the poet's love. As the work of a whole life, the poems are varied, and mirror the many different moments of Dante's thoughts, both poetically and philosophically. - Summary by Leni</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/canzoniere-by-dante-alighieri/ |
le rime in english rhymes collection lyric poems written dante alighieri throughout life rest dante s works prepared publication poems written letters parts works independently collected ordered much later modern critics among found famous collection rime petrose cycle poems dedicated woman nicknamed pietra stone due insensibility poet s love work whole life poems varied mirror many different moments dante s thoughts poetically philosophically summary leni p |
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8216 |
8837 |
Discovery Of The Future |
H. G. Wells |
Modern |
The Discovery of the Future is a 1902 philosophical lecture by H. G. Wells that argues for the knowability of the future. It was originally delivered to the Royal Institution on January 24, 1902. Wells begins by distinguishing between "two divergent types of mind," one that judges and attaches importance principally to what has happened in the past and one that judges and attaches importance principally to what will happen in the future. To the former he attributes the adjectives "legal or submissive," "passive," and "oriental," and to the latter the adjectives "legislative, creative, organizing, or masterful," and "active," calling it "a more modern and much less abundant type of mind."... Confessing himself to be among "those who believe entirely in the forces behind the individual" rather than in individuals themselves as determining causes, Wells argues that there is "no reason why we should not aspire to, and discover and use, safe and servicable, generalizations upon countless issues in the human destiny." Wells devotes the last part of his text to speculations about "the question what is to come after man," considering it "the most persistently fascinating and the most insoluble question in the whole world." He concludes with a statement of personal faith "in the coherency and purpose in the world and in the greatness of human destiny." \n( Wikipedia and david wales)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-discovery-of-the-future-by-h-g-wells/ |
discovery future 1902 philosophical lecture h g wells argues knowability future originally delivered royal institution january 24 1902 wells begins distinguishing two divergent types mind one judges attaches importance principally happened past one judges attaches importance principally happen future former attributes adjectives legal submissive passive oriental latter adjectives legislative creative organizing masterful active calling a modern much less abundant type mind confessing among those believe entirely forces behind individual rather individuals determining causes wells argues no reason aspire to discover use safe servicable generalizations upon countless issues human destiny wells devotes last part text speculations the question come man considering the persistently fascinating insoluble question whole world concludes statement personal faith in coherency purpose world greatness human destiny wikipedia david wales p |
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8241 |
8862 |
Remarkable Rogues: The Careers of Some Notable Criminals of Europe and America |
Charles Kingston |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
The title and subtitle pretty much say it all. Twenty biographical sketches of people you would not want your son or daughter to marry. (Summary by David Wales) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/remarkable-rogues-by-charles-kingston/ |
title subtitle pretty much say all twenty biographical sketches people would want son daughter marry summary david wales p |
| 8280 |
8217 |
8838 |
Weissagung |
Arthur Schnitzler |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Freiherr von Schottenegg ist ein großer Liebhaber des Amateurtheaters und führt jeden Sommer auf seinem Schloss zusammen mit einem Kreis Gleichgesinnter Stücke auf. Auf eine Bitte des Freiherrn schreibt der Ich-Erzähler ein Schauspiel speziell für den Rasenplatz, der für die Aufführungen genutzt wird. \nAm Tag der Vorstellung erzählt ihm Freiherr von Umprecht, der die Hauptrolle spielen soll, eine äußerst merkwürdige Geschichte: Auf den Tag genau vor 10 Jahren hat er in einer prophetischen Vision sich selbst auf einer Bahre erblickt, umgeben von einer trauenden rothaarigen Frau und zwei Kindern, was der Schussszene des Stücks entspricht, das damals noch nicht geschrieben war. Dieser "dämonischen Zusammenhangs" zwischen dem Stück und seinem Leben hat ihn überhaupt erst dazu veranlasst, die Rolle zu übernehmen. Doch die Weissagung war nicht ganz exakt. Ein kahlköpfiger Mann mit grünem Schal aus der Vision kommt nicht im Stück vor. Wird sich die Weissagung erfüllen? (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)<p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/die-weissagung-by-arthur-schnitzler/ |
freiherr von schottenegg ist ein großer liebhaber des amateurtheaters und führt jeden sommer auf seinem schloss zusammen mit einem kreis gleichgesinnter stücke auf auf eine bitte des freiherrn schreibt der ich erzähler ein schauspiel speziell für den rasenplatz der für die aufführungen genutzt wird tag der vorstellung erzählt ihm freiherr von umprecht der die hauptrolle spielen soll eine äußerst merkwürdige geschichte auf den tag genau vor 10 jahren hat er einer prophetischen vision sich selbst auf einer bahre erblickt umgeben von einer trauenden rothaarigen frau und zwei kindern der schussszene des stücks entspricht das damals noch nicht geschrieben war dieser dämonischen zusammenhangs zwischen dem stück und seinem leben hat ihn überhaupt erst dazu veranlasst die rolle zu übernehmen doch die weissagung war nicht ganz exakt ein kahlköpfiger mann mit grünem schal aus der vision kommt nicht im stück vor wird sich die weissagung erfüllen zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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8218 |
8839 |
Beecher Beached |
John B. Tabb |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Father John Banister Tabb was an American poet, Roman Catholic priest, and professor of English. \nFather Tabb (as he was commonly known) was widely published in popular and prestigious magazines of the day, including Harper's Monthly, The Atlantic Monthly, and The Cosmopolitan. His books of poetry include Poems (1894), Lyrics (1897), Later Lyrics (1902), and, posthumously, Later Poems (1910). He also wrote one prose work, Bone Rules (1897), an English grammar; only one of his sermons has survived, a sermon on the Assumption (August 15, 1894). (Summary from Wikipedia)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-beecher-beached-by-john-b-tabb/ |
father john banister tabb american poet roman catholic priest professor english father tabb as commonly known widely published popular prestigious magazines day including harper s monthly atlantic monthly cosmopolitan books poetry include poems 1894 lyrics 1897 later lyrics 1902 and posthumously later poems 1910 also wrote one prose work bone rules 1897 english grammar one sermons survived sermon assumption august 15 1894 summary wikipedia p |
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8219 |
8840 |
Biography of a Grizzly (version 2) |
Ernest Thompson Seton |
Animals & Nature |
Wahb (meaning White Bear) is an orphaned Grizzly Bear who learns to respect his fears, fight for peace, and trust the healing powers of a stinky hot-spring. The story is aptly titled The Biography of a Grizzly because it is about the life of a Grizzly. \nSeton writes with a folksy tone that will enlighten children to the gore and war that Grizzly Bears endure. I thought it was fun to learn (through Wahb's story) about their life span, their diet, their ability to survive gunshots and bear-traps. Beautifully written, the author captures each moment in a way that you almost feel as though you're in the story. If a bear had the ability to write his story, in short, a legacy, this would surely be one that "bears" repeating (phil chenevert and wikipedia )<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-biography-of-a-grizzly-by-ernest-thompson-seton/ |
wahb meaning white bear orphaned grizzly bear learns respect fears fight peace trust healing powers stinky hot spring story aptly titled biography grizzly life grizzly seton writes folksy tone enlighten children gore war grizzly bears endure thought fun learn through wahb s story life span diet ability survive gunshots bear traps beautifully written author captures moment way almost feel though story bear ability write story short legacy would surely one bears repeating phil chenevert wikipedia p |
| 8283 |
8220 |
8841 |
True Stories from History and Biography |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Children's Non-fiction, General |
In writing this ponderous tome, the author's desire has been to describe the eminent characters and remarkable events of our annals, in such a form and style, that the YOUNG might make acquaintance with them of their own accord. For this purpose, while ostensibly relating the adventures of a Chair, he has endeavored to keep a distinct and unbroken thread of authentic history. The Chair is made to pass from one to another of those personages, of whom he thought it most desirable for the young reader to have vivid and familiar ideas, and whose lives and actions would best enable him to give picturesque sketches of the times. On its sturdy oaken legs, it trudges diligently from one scene to another, and seems always to thrust itself in the way, with most benign complacency, whenever a historical personage happens to be looking round for a seat. - Summary from Preface by Nathaniel Hawthorne</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/true-stories-from-history-and-biography-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
writing ponderous tome author s desire describe eminent characters remarkable events annals form style young might make acquaintance accord purpose ostensibly relating adventures chair endeavored keep distinct unbroken thread authentic history chair made pass one another personages thought desirable young reader vivid familiar ideas whose lives actions would best enable give picturesque sketches times sturdy oaken legs trudges diligently one scene another seems always thrust way benign complacency whenever historical personage happens looking round seat summary preface nathaniel hawthorne p |
| 8284 |
8221 |
8842 |
Novelle per un Anno, vol. 13: Candelora |
Luigi Pirandello |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da Luigi Pirandello. Originariamente sono state pubblicate sul Corriere della Sera, successivamente ripubblicate in 15 raccolte. Inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle, tuttavia la prematura morte dell'autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo. Postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall'autore. Le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924. La tredicesima raccolta, edita nel 1928, contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1911 ed il 1917. (Riassunto di Filippo Gioachin)\nQuesto libro è stato promosso dal gruppo <a href="http://www.anobii.com/groups/01084c382b3147d596/">Volontari del Libro</a> di aNobii. - Summary by Filippo Gioachin</p> |
Italian |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/novelle-per-un-anno-vol-13-candelora-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
novelle per un anno è una raccolta di 241 novelle scritte da luigi pirandello originariamente sono state pubblicate sul corriere della sera successivamente ripubblicate 15 raccolte inizialmente erano previste 24 raccolte contenenti 365 novelle tuttavia la prematura morte dell autore ha impedito il raggiungimento del traguardo postume sono state pubblicate altre novelle scritte dall autore le raccolte sono state pubblicate tra il 1896 e il 1924 la tredicesima raccolta edita nel 1928 contiene novelle pubblicate tra il 1911 ed il 1917 riassunto di filippo gioachin questo libro è stato promosso dal gruppo a href http www anobii com groups 01084c382b3147d596 volontari del libro a di anobii summary filippo gioachin p |
| 8285 |
10127 |
10769 |
Micah Clarke |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Historical Fiction |
This book tells the story of Micah Clarke's adventures. As a boy he follows his rather romantic notions of what it means to be a soldier and how to find adventure. But over the course of his career, adventure finds him, and it is not always quite as fun as Micah had pictured it to be - especially as he finds himself involved in a rebellion. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/micah-clarke-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
book tells story micah clarke s adventures boy follows rather romantic notions means soldier find adventure course career adventure finds him always quite fun micah pictured especially finds involved rebellion summary carolin |
| 8286 |
8222 |
8843 |
Comédie Humaine: 10 - Scènes de la vie parisienne tome 2 (29-9-44) |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Ce n'était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d'une époque, car telle est, en définitif, la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que La Comédie Humaine comportera. Ce nombre de figures, de caractères, cette multitude d'existences exigeaient des cadres, et, qu'on me pardonne cette expression, des galeries. De là, les divisions si naturelles, déjà connues, de mon ouvrage en Scènes de la vie privée, de province, parisienne, politique, militaire et de campagne. Dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les Etudes de moeurs qui forment l'histoire générale de la Société, la collection de tous ses faits et gestes, eussent dit nos ancêtres... Les Scènes de la vie privée représentent l'enfance, l'adolescence et leurs fautes, comme les Scènes de la vie de province représentent l'âge des passions, des calculs, des intérêts et de l'ambition. Puis les Scène de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts, des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu'excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l'extrême bien et l'extrême mal… (Extrait de l’avant-propos de Scène de la vie privée Tome I de Honoré de Balzac) ( Balzac )\n - Summary by BALZAC</p> |
French |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/la-comedie-humaine-10-scenes-de-la-vie-parisienne-tome-2-29-9-44-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
ce n était pas une petite tâche que de peindre les deux ou trois mille figures saillantes d une époque car telle est en définitif la somme des types que présente chaque génération et que la comédie humaine comportera ce nombre de figures de caractères cette multitude d existences exigeaient des cadres et qu on pardonne cette expression des galeries de là les divisions si naturelles déjà connues de mon ouvrage en scènes de la vie privée de province parisienne politique militaire et de campagne dans ces six livres sont classées toutes les etudes de moeurs qui forment l histoire générale de la société la collection de tous ses faits et gestes eussent dit nos ancêtres les scènes de la vie privée représentent l enfance l adolescence et leurs fautes comme les scènes de la vie de province représentent l âge des passions des calculs des intérêts et de l ambition puis les scène de la vie parisienne offrent le tableau des goûts des vices et de toutes les choses effrénées qu excitent les moeurs particulières aux capitales où se rencontrent à la fois l extrême bien et l extrême mal extrait de l avant propos de scène de la vie privée tome de honoré de balzac balzac summary balzac p |
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8223 |
8844 |
Voice From Harper's Ferry |
Osborne Perry Anderson |
Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
A Voice from Harper's Ferry is the abolitionist testament of Osborne Perry Anderson, the only surviving black participant in the 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry organized by John Brown. The book details the motivations and preparations for the raid, the events that unfolded over several days in October 1859, and Anderson's subsequent escape. It ends with a short selection of poems from various sources honoring Brown and the movement for abolition. (summary by JR Martin) |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/a-voice-from-harpers-ferry-by-osborne-perry-anderson/ |
voice harper s ferry abolitionist testament osborne perry anderson surviving black participant 1859 raid harpers ferry organized john brown book details motivations preparations raid events unfolded several days october 1859 anderson s subsequent escape ends short selection poems various sources honoring brown movement abolition summary jr martin |
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8224 |
8845 |
Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers, Book VI |
Diogenes Laertius |
Biography & Autobiography, Ancient |
There are 10 divisions in this title. This project is a recording of book 6. There is a number of interesting anecdotes on the lives of Antisthenes, Diogenes of Sinope, Monimus, Onesicritus, Crates of Thebes, Metrocles, Hipparchia, Menippus and Menedemus. Their school of thought is known an Cynicism. Most of the text in this book is devoted to the anecdotes concerning Diogenes's life and sayings. Even Alexander envied his life saying that if he had not been Alexander, he should have liked to be Diogenes.\n(Summary by bala)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-book-vi-by-diogenes-laertius/ |
10 divisions title project recording book 6 number interesting anecdotes lives antisthenes diogenes sinope monimus onesicritus crates thebes metrocles hipparchia menippus menedemus school thought known cynicism text book devoted anecdotes concerning diogenes s life sayings even alexander envied life saying alexander liked diogenes summary bala p |
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8225 |
8846 |
Passenger Pigeon |
William B. Mershon |
Nature |
"For the last three years I have spent most of my leisure time in collecting as much material as possible which might help to throw light on the oft-repeated query, 'What has become of the wild pigeons?' ... I am merely a business man who is interested in the Passenger Pigeon because he loves the outdoors and its wild things, and sincerely regrets the cruel extinction of one of the most interesting natural phenomena of his own country. ... It is hard for us of an older generation to realize that as recently as 1880 the Passenger Pigeon was thronging in countless millions through large areas of the Middle West. ... They were slain by the millions during the middle of the last century, and from one region in Michigan in one year three million Passenger Pigeons were killed for market. ... The American people are wasteful. They are just beginning to learn the need of economy in the use of that which Nature has flung at their feet." (from the Introduction to The Passenger Pigeon by William B. Mershon, 1907) \nOn September 1, 1914, just seven years after Mershon's book was published, the last known passenger pigeon died at the Cincinnati Zoo.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-passenger-pigeon-by-william-b-mershon/ |
for last three years spent leisure time collecting much material possible might help throw light oft repeated query what become wild pigeons merely business man interested passenger pigeon loves outdoors wild things sincerely regrets cruel extinction one interesting natural phenomena country hard us older generation realize recently 1880 passenger pigeon thronging countless millions large areas middle west slain millions middle last century one region michigan one year three million passenger pigeons killed market american people wasteful beginning learn need economy use nature flung feet from introduction passenger pigeon william b mershon 1907 september 1 1914 seven years mershon s book published last known passenger pigeon died cincinnati zoo p |
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8226 |
8847 |
Summa Theologica - 06 Pars Prima Secundae, On the Last End, On Human Acts |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written between 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas, even though it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary by Leni)<br><br>\n\nThis is part seven, the first part of the Pars Prima Secundae, consisting of the Treatises on the Last End and on Human Acts.<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-06-pars-prima-secundae-on-the-last-end-on-human-acts-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas even though never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary leni br br part seven first part pars prima secundae consisting treatises last end human acts p |
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8227 |
8848 |
Irrungen, Wirrungen |
Theodor Fontane |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Die Geschichte spielt im Berlin der 1870er Jahre. Die hübsche und pflichtbewusste Lene wohnt mit ihrer alten Pflegemutter Nimptsch in einem kleinen Häuschen. Bei einer Bootspartie lernt sie den gesellschaftlich gewandten und unterhaltsamen Baron Botho von Rienäcker kennen. Im Laufe des Sommers kommen sich die beiden näher. Doch der große Standesunterschied erweist sich als Hindernis für ihre Liebe. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
German |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/irrungen-wirrungen-by-theodor-fontane/ |
die geschichte spielt im berlin der 1870er jahre die hübsche und pflichtbewusste lene wohnt mit ihrer alten pflegemutter nimptsch einem kleinen häuschen bei einer bootspartie lernt sie den gesellschaftlich gewandten und unterhaltsamen baron botho von rienäcker kennen im laufe des sommers kommen sich die beiden näher doch der große standesunterschied erweist sich als hindernis für ihre liebe summary wikipedia p |
| 8292 |
8242 |
8863 |
Ascent of Mount St. Elias, Alaska |
Filippo De Filippi |
Travel & Geography |
Although Mount St. Elias had been known to native Americans for thousands of years and to Europeans since 1741 when Vitus Bering saw the peak and gave it its current name, it was not successfully climbed until 1897 by a party lead by Prince Luigi Amadeo di Savoia, Duke of the Abruzzi. This is the story of that expedition. Mount St. Elias was not climbed again for another 50 years when the advent of air support made the logistics of the climb less daunting. - Summary by Fritz</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-ascent-of-mount-st-elias-alaska-by-filippo-de-filippi/ |
although mount st elias known native americans thousands years europeans since 1741 vitus bering saw peak gave current name successfully climbed 1897 party lead prince luigi amadeo di savoia duke abruzzi story expedition mount st elias climbed another 50 years advent air support made logistics climb less daunting summary fritz p |
| 8293 |
8228 |
8849 |
Religious Affections |
Jonathan Edwards |
Christianity - Other |
Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758) was a pre-revolutionary American pastor and academic in Massachusetts, and is also widely considered to be both the last of the great Puritans, and a founder of modern evangelicalism. In 1732, his church and many churches in the surrounding region experienced “The Great Awakening”, a massive religious revival. The Great Awakening saw many people having heightened “affections”, or emotions, in response to their increased spirituality – this included excessive weeping, joyous outbursts, and many other manifestations that concerned more conservative people around them. Edwards wrote Religious Affections in order to show that affections could be a legitimate part of Christian spirituality, but only when conjoined with sound theology and godly practice. The book now stands as a classic in the field of Christian spirituality. (Summary by Matthew James Gray)</p> |
English |
1746 |
https://librivox.org/religious-affections-by-jonathan-edwards/ |
jonathan edwards 1703 1758 pre revolutionary american pastor academic massachusetts also widely considered last great puritans founder modern evangelicalism 1732 church many churches surrounding region experienced the great awakening massive religious revival great awakening saw many people heightened affections emotions response increased spirituality included excessive weeping joyous outbursts many manifestations concerned conservative people around them edwards wrote religious affections order show affections could legitimate part christian spirituality conjoined sound theology godly practice book stands classic field christian spirituality summary matthew james gray p |
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8850 |
Estafeta Romántica |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
La estafeta no es sino el correo y esta es precisamente, la forma de correspondencia, la estructura de la sexta novela de la tercera serie de los Episodios Nacionales. Se reúnen aquí epístolas de Doña María Tirgo, la Marquesa de Sariñán, D. José María de Navarridas, Fernando Calpena, D. Pedro Hillo y otros personajes a quienes nos sorprenderá encontrar... Juntamente es romántica porque se hace la crítica de la literatura de los poetas de la época: Larra, Goete... (Summary by Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/la-estafeta-romantica-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
la estafeta es sino el correo esta es precisamente la forma de correspondencia la estructura de la sexta novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales se reúnen aquí epístolas de doña maría tirgo la marquesa de sariñán d josé maría de navarridas fernando calpena d pedro hillo otros personajes quienes nos sorprenderá encontrar juntamente es romántica porque se hace la crítica de la literatura de los poetas de la época larra goete summary tux p |
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8230 |
8851 |
English Woman-Sergeant in the Serbian Army |
Flora Sandes |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Flora Sandes was the only British woman officially to serve as a soldier in World War I. Initially a St. John Ambulance volunteer, she traveled to Serbia, where, in the confusion of war, she was formally enrolled in the Serbian army. While the Serbian Army was regrouping in Corfu, Ms. Sandes returned to England to recuperate and publish these memoirs.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/an-english-woman-sergeant-in-the-serbian-army-by-flora-sandes/ |
flora sandes british woman officially serve soldier world war i initially st john ambulance volunteer traveled serbia where confusion war formally enrolled serbian army serbian army regrouping corfu ms sandes returned england recuperate publish memoirs summary wikipedia p |
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8231 |
8852 |
Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Vol. 3 |
Marguerite of Navarre |
Single Author Collections |
THE HEPTAMERON (here Volume 3 of 5), first published posthumously in 1558, is divided into seven complete days containing 10 stories each, and an eighth day containing only 2 stories. The stories, many of which deal with love and infidelity, resulted in "accusations of looseness" by critics of the day. The author, Margaret of Navarre (also known as Margaret of Angoulême) became an influential woman in the intellectual and cultural circles of the French Renaissance.\n<br><br>\nFrom an 1892 essay by the translator George Saintsbury: "In so large a number of stories with so great a variety of subjects, it naturally cannot but be the case that there is a considerable diversity of tone. But that peculiarity at which we have glanced more than once, the combination of voluptuous passion with passionate regret and a mystical devotion, is seldom absent for long together...The question, What is the special virtue of the Heptameron? I have myself little hesitation in answering. There is no book, in prose and of so early a date, which shows to me the characteristic of the time as it influenced the two great literary nations of Europe so distinctly as this book of Margaret of Angoulême…" - Summary by Summary adapted from Wikipedia and excerpted from the text by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-vol-3-by-marguerite-of-navarre/ |
heptameron here volume 3 5 first published posthumously 1558 divided seven complete days containing 10 stories each eighth day containing 2 stories stories many deal love infidelity resulted accusations looseness critics day author margaret navarre also known margaret angoulême became influential woman intellectual cultural circles french renaissance br br 1892 essay translator george saintsbury in large number stories great variety subjects naturally cannot case considerable diversity tone peculiarity glanced once combination voluptuous passion passionate regret mystical devotion seldom absent long together the question special virtue heptameron little hesitation answering book prose early date shows characteristic time influenced two great literary nations europe distinctly book margaret angoulême summary summary adapted wikipedia excerpted text lubee930 p |
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8232 |
8853 |
Innocents Abroad (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Memoirs |
Samuel L. Clemens' (Mark Twain) journey to Europe and the Holy Land in 1866. Reportedly his best selling book.</p> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-innocents-abroad-by-mark-twain-2/ |
samuel l clemens mark twain journey europe holy land 1866 reportedly best selling book p |
| 8298 |
8233 |
8854 |
His Last Bow: Some Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Dramatic Readings, Detective Fiction |
The last collection of Sherlock Holmes short stories contains some of the most dramatic moments of the entire Sherlock Holmes canon. "The Dying Detective" sees the great Holmes brought low by a fatal illness and refusing even Dr Watson's medical care. "The Bruce-Partington Plans" is a case of national importance, not least for the introduction of Mycroft Holmes. It also contains the quintessential Holmes line "whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth."\n<br><br>\n"The Devil's Foot" is what happens when the great sleuth and his doctor attempt to go on a restful holiday. "His Last Bow" is the last ever Sherlock Holmes story, about his war service and undercover spy experiences. These and other classic Holmes and Watson stories are here brought to life by a dramatic cast of voices, so sit back and let the mysteries unfold! (Summary by Beth Thomas) <br>\n<br>\nDr. John Watson (Narrator), read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a><br/>\nSherlock Holmes, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br/>\nInspector Lestrade, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9155">Natalie Paula</a><br/>\nAdditional Narration: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br/>\n<br>Other featured voices: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9173">azureblue</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8978">James Callaghan</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9519">ablestonebridge</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9053">Brian Mansi</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9228">K. Cotter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6449">Arnaldo Machado</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4511">Jeanie</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adam</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424">Julia Niedermaier</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9023">P. J. Morgan</a><br/><br/>\nAudio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nAdditional editing by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892">Piotr Nater</a>\n<br>\n<br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/his-last-bow-some-reminiscences-of-sherlock-holmes-dramatic-reading-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
last collection sherlock holmes short stories contains dramatic moments entire sherlock holmes canon the dying detective sees great holmes brought low fatal illness refusing even dr watson s medical care the bruce partington plans case national importance least introduction mycroft holmes also contains quintessential holmes line whatever remains however improbable must truth br br the devil s foot happens great sleuth doctor attempt go restful holiday his last bow last ever sherlock holmes story war service undercover spy experiences classic holmes watson stories brought life dramatic cast voices sit back let mysteries unfold summary beth thomas br br dr john watson narrator read a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a br sherlock holmes read a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br inspector lestrade read a href https librivox org reader 9155 natalie paula a br additional narration a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br br other featured voices a href https librivox org reader 9173 azureblue a a href https librivox org reader 8978 james callaghan a a href https librivox org reader 9519 ablestonebridge a a href https librivox org reader 8532 norman elfer a a href https librivox org reader 9053 brian mansi a a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a a href https librivox org reader 9228 k cotter a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a a href https librivox org reader 6449 arnaldo machado a a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a a href https librivox org reader 4511 jeanie a a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a a href https librivox org reader 7326 adam a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a a href https librivox org reader 9023 p j morgan a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br additional editing by a href https librivox org reader 6892 piotr nater a br br |
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8243 |
8864 |
Cratylus |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Writing & Linguistics, Ancient |
Cratylus (ΚΡΑΤΥΛΟΣ) discusses whether things have names by mere convention or have true names which can only be correctly applied to the object named and may have originated from God. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards)</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/cratylus-by-plato/ |
cratylus κρατυλος discusses whether things names mere convention true names correctly applied object named may originated god summary geoffrey edwards p |
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10128 |
10770 |
Thin Ghost And Others |
M. R. James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
Five ghost stories, published in 1920, by the early twentieth century master of ghostery. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-thin-ghost-and-others-by-m-r-james/ |
five ghost stories published 1920 early twentieth century master ghostery summary david wales p |
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8234 |
8855 |
If All These Young Men |
Florence Roma Muir Wilson |
Literary Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Another remarkable World War I novel by Romer Wilson, "If All These Young Men" is a character study of a group of young 20-something friends in England dealing with the looming, grey presence of the War in their lives. The story begins on Good Friday 1918, and centers on Josephine Miller, a restless, strong-minded young woman who cannot tolerate trivialities or frivolities so long as the War goes on, and who agonizes over how to go on living in its shadow. The characters of Josephine and her friends are patterned on those of Wilson and her own coterie at the time, both male and female, revealing the profound angst of young intellectuals of the time who lived under the dread not only of invasion and national destruction, but also of the alien world that would be left for them when the monstrous conflict was over. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/if-all-these-young-men-by-florence-roma-muir-wilson/ |
another remarkable world war novel romer wilson if young men character study group young 20 something friends england dealing looming grey presence war lives story begins good friday 1918 centers josephine miller restless strong minded young woman cannot tolerate trivialities frivolities long war goes on agonizes go living shadow characters josephine friends patterned wilson coterie time male female revealing profound angst young intellectuals time lived dread invasion national destruction also alien world would left monstrous conflict over summary expatriate p |
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8235 |
8856 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 016 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br>\nDer Kapitän von Walt Whitman wurde übersetzt von Wilhelm Schölermann (1865–1923)</br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier</a>.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-016-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br der kapitän von walt whitman wurde übersetzt von wilhelm schölermann 1865 1923 br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a p |
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8236 |
8857 |
Herr und Knecht |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction |
Der Kaufmann Wasili Andrejitsch Brechunow und sein Knecht Nikita machen sich an einem Dezembernachmittag trotz eisiger Kälte und Schneegestöber mit dem Pferdeschlitten auf, da Wasili Andrejitsch einem benachbarten Gutsbesitzer einen Wald abkaufen will. Während der Fahrt nimmt der Schneesturm zu, sie kommen vom Weg ab und verirren sich, landen jedoch in einem Nachbarort. Mehrfach bietet sich die Möglichkeit, von der Weiterfahrt abzusehen und den nächsten Tag abzuwarten, aber der rücksichtslose und dabei selbstgerechte Wasili Andrejitsch will sich das günstige Geschäft nicht entgehen lassen, und Nikita fügt sich gehorsam. Als es schließlich dunkle Nacht ist und sie sich wiederum in der eisigen Einöde verirrt haben, ist das Pferd am Ende seiner Kräfte, und beide spüren, dass es nun um Leben und Tod geht.\n<br></br>\nAngesichts des Todes verschwinden die Standesunterschiede. Nicht nur, dass Wasili Andrejitsch dem Nikita durchaus symbolträchtig die Zügel für das Pferd in die Hand gibt und sich den Entscheidungen seines Knechtes fügt, er beginnt auch, im Nachdenken über sein bisheriges Leben und Schaffen neue Einsichten zu entwickeln. Leo N. Tolstoi erzählt in einfacher Sprache die sehr gut ausgearbeitete Geschichte von Nächstenliebe und Übernahme von Verantwortung.<br>(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p>\n |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/herr-und-knecht-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
der kaufmann wasili andrejitsch brechunow und sein knecht nikita machen sich einem dezembernachmittag trotz eisiger kälte und schneegestöber mit dem pferdeschlitten auf da wasili andrejitsch einem benachbarten gutsbesitzer einen wald abkaufen will während der fahrt nimmt der schneesturm zu sie kommen vom weg ab und verirren sich landen jedoch einem nachbarort mehrfach bietet sich die möglichkeit von der weiterfahrt abzusehen und den nächsten tag abzuwarten aber der rücksichtslose und dabei selbstgerechte wasili andrejitsch sich das günstige geschäft nicht entgehen lassen und nikita fügt sich gehorsam als es schließlich dunkle nacht ist und sie sich wiederum der eisigen einöde verirrt haben ist das pferd ende seiner kräfte und beide spüren dass es nun um leben und tod geht br br angesichts des todes verschwinden die standesunterschiede nicht nur dass wasili andrejitsch dem nikita durchaus symbolträchtig die zügel für das pferd die hand gibt und sich den entscheidungen seines knechtes fügt er beginnt auch im nachdenken über sein bisheriges leben und schaffen neue einsichten zu entwickeln leo n tolstoi erzählt einfacher sprache die sehr gut ausgearbeitete geschichte von nächstenliebe und übernahme von verantwortung br zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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8237 |
8858 |
Garden of Eden |
Max Brand |
Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
Ben Connor is a gambler who knows horses. He goes out west to get away from the gambling life he has been leading in New York. There he discovers a breed of grey horses that he thinks are the best horses he has ever seen. The problem is that these horses are bred in a secret valley known as the Garden of Eden and that outsiders are not welcome there. Connor sees these horses as a means of getting rich on the race tracks, but how to get one is a problem.\n\nA great horse story coupled with the typical excitement one expects from Max Brand makes this a great book. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-of-eden-by-max-brand/ |
ben connor gambler knows horses goes west get away gambling life leading new york discovers breed grey horses thinks best horses ever seen problem horses bred secret valley known garden eden outsiders welcome there connor sees horses means getting rich race tracks get one problem great horse story coupled typical excitement one expects max brand makes great book summary richard kilmer p |
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8238 |
8859 |
Short Poetry Collection 184 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 38 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for September 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-184-by-various/ |
collection 38 poems read english librivox volunteers september 2018 |
| 8306 |
8239 |
8860 |
History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless, Vol. 3 |
Eliza Haywood |
Romance, Sagas |
Betsy Thoughtless is about marriage, rather than dealing with courrtship and thus differs from the type of domestic writing that would develop in the 19th century such as Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. Rather than attracting a partner well, Betsy Thoughtless focuses on marrying well and Betsy learns that giving way to the role of women in marriage can sometimes be fulfilling. - Summary by Michele Eaton </p> |
English |
1768 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-miss-betsy-thoughtless-vol-3-by-eliza-haywood/ |
betsy thoughtless marriage rather dealing courrtship thus differs type domestic writing would develop 19th century charlotte brontë s jane eyre rather attracting partner well betsy thoughtless focuses marrying well betsy learns giving way role women marriage sometimes fulfilling summary michele eaton p |
| 8307 |
8240 |
8861 |
Eliza Crossing the River |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of <em>Eliza Crossing the River</em> by Harriet Beecher Stowe. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 27th, 2014.<br /><br />Harriet Beecher Stowe was an American abolitionist and author. Her novel Uncle Tom's Cabin (1852) was a depiction of life for African Americans under slavery; it reached millions as a novel and play, and became influential in the United States and United Kingdom. It energized anti-slavery forces in the American North, while provoking widespread anger in the South. She wrote more than 20 books, including novels, three travel memoirs, and collections of articles and letters. She was influential both for her writings and her public stands on social issues of the day. (Summary from Wikipedia)<br /><br /> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/eliza-crossing-the-river-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings em eliza crossing river em harriet beecher stowe fortnightly poetry project april 27th 2014 br br harriet beecher stowe american abolitionist author novel uncle tom s cabin 1852 depiction life african americans slavery reached millions novel play became influential united states united kingdom energized anti slavery forces american north provoking widespread anger south wrote 20 books including novels three travel memoirs collections articles letters influential writings public stands social issues day summary wikipedia br br |
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8245 |
8866 |
Stories of Old Greece and Rome |
Emilie Kip Baker |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Stories of Old Greece and Rome is an easy to read summary of all of the famous and not so famous Greek and Roman mythological stories. All of the famous Heroes are here: Theseus, Jason, Hercules, and all of the well known Deities. These stories tell the real detail of the myths, not the ones that have become sanitized (and dare I say it, 'Disneyfied') over the centuries. These are not stories for children, as the old gods and heroes were vengeful and some might say sadistic in their treatment of minor slights and misdemeanors. Putting out of eyes and ripping out of tongues is commonplace, and punishment by death is ever present. It is however fascinating to see how these tales have affected and influenced our culture and have woven themselves into our own myths and stories. (Summary by Kevin Green)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-old-greece-and-rome-by-emilie-kip-baker/ |
stories old greece rome easy read summary famous famous greek roman mythological stories famous heroes here theseus jason hercules well known deities stories tell real detail myths ones become sanitized and dare say it disneyfied centuries stories children old gods heroes vengeful might say sadistic treatment minor slights misdemeanors putting eyes ripping tongues commonplace punishment death ever present however fascinating see tales affected influenced culture woven myths stories summary kevin green p |
| 8309 |
8246 |
8867 |
Lady Makbeth des Mzensker Landkreises |
Nikolai Leskov |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Katerina Lwowna, eine junge Frau aus armen Verhältnissen, geht eine Vernunftehe mit dem über 25 Jahre älteren Kaufmann Ismajlow ein. Ihr neues Leben in der russischen Provinz verläuft voller Langweile, ohne Freude, ohne Liebe und ohne Kinder. Sie nutzt die erste Gelegenheit, sich einen Geliebten zuzulegen, den jungen hübschen Hilfsarbeiter Sergeij. Die Beziehung wird von ihr mit solcher Leidenschaft geführt, dass sie skrupellos und mit viel krimineller Energie alle sich ihr in den Weg stellenden Hindernisse beseitigt. Als Sergeijs Leidenschaft verebbt und er noch dazu Katerina öffentlich verhöhnt, strebt die Handlung rasant einem furchtbaren Ende zu. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich) <p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/lady-makbeth-von-mzensk-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
katerina lwowna eine junge frau aus armen verhältnissen geht eine vernunftehe mit dem über 25 jahre älteren kaufmann ismajlow ein ihr neues leben der russischen provinz verläuft voller langweile ohne freude ohne liebe und ohne kinder sie nutzt die erste gelegenheit sich einen geliebten zuzulegen den jungen hübschen hilfsarbeiter sergeij die beziehung wird von ihr mit solcher leidenschaft geführt dass sie skrupellos und mit viel krimineller energie alle sich ihr den weg stellenden hindernisse beseitigt als sergeijs leidenschaft verebbt und er noch dazu katerina öffentlich verhöhnt strebt die handlung rasant einem furchtbaren ende zu zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
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8247 |
8868 |
Children of the New Forest (version 2) |
Frederick Marryat |
Historical Fiction, Historical |
The Children of the New Forest is a children's novel published in 1847 by Frederick Marryat. It is set in the time of the English Civil War and the Commonwealth. The story follows the fortunes of the four Beverley children who are orphaned during the war, and hide from their Roundhead oppressors in the shelter of the New Forest where they learn to live off the land.<br /><br />The story begins in 1647 when King Charles I has been defeated in the civil war and has fled from London towards the New Forest. Parliamentary soldiers have been sent to search the forest and decide to burn Arnwood, the house of Colonel Beverley, a Cavalier officer killed at the Battle of Naseby. The four orphan children of the house, Edward, Humphrey, Alice and Edith, are believed to have died in the flames. However, they are saved by Jacob Armitage, a local gamekeeper, who hides them in his isolated cottage acting as his grandchildren.<br /><br />Under Armitage's guidance, the children adapt from an aristocratic lifestyle to that of simple foresters. After Armitage's death, Edward takes charge and the children develop and expand the farmstead, aided by the entrepreneurial spirit of the younger brother Humphrey. They are assisted by a gypsy boy, Pablo, who they rescue from a pitfall trap. A sub-plot involves a hostile Puritan gamekeeper named Corbould who seeks to harm Edward and his family. Edward also encounters the sympathetic Puritan, Heatherstone, placed in charge of the Royal land in the New Forest, and rescues his daughter, Patience, in a house-fire. Edward leaves the cottage and works as a secretary for Heatherstone, but Edward maintains the pretence that he is the grandson of Jacob Armitage. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-children-of-the-new-forest-version-2-by-frederick-marryat/ |
children new forest children s novel published 1847 frederick marryat set time english civil war commonwealth story follows fortunes four beverley children orphaned war hide roundhead oppressors shelter new forest learn live land br br the story begins 1647 king charles defeated civil war fled london towards new forest parliamentary soldiers sent search forest decide burn arnwood house colonel beverley cavalier officer killed battle naseby four orphan children house edward humphrey alice edith believed died flames however saved jacob armitage local gamekeeper hides isolated cottage acting grandchildren br br under armitage s guidance children adapt aristocratic lifestyle simple foresters armitage s death edward takes charge children develop expand farmstead aided entrepreneurial spirit younger brother humphrey assisted gypsy boy pablo rescue pitfall trap sub plot involves hostile puritan gamekeeper named corbould seeks harm edward family edward also encounters sympathetic puritan heatherstone placed charge royal land new forest rescues daughter patience house fire edward leaves cottage works secretary heatherstone edward maintains pretence grandson jacob armitage summary wikipedia p |
| 8311 |
8248 |
8869 |
Sappho: One Hundred Lyrics |
Bliss Carman |
Single author |
In one hundred lyrical poems Carman strives to recreate the Lost Songs of Sappho, a task he fulfills both with imaginative freedom and great attention to the original fragments. Summary by inflected.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/sappho-one-hundred-lyrics-by-bliss-carman/ |
one hundred lyrical poems carman strives recreate lost songs sappho task fulfills imaginative freedom great attention original fragments summary inflected p |
| 8312 |
8249 |
8870 |
Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) (version 3) |
Jerome K. Jerome |
Humor |
A humorous account by English writer Jerome K. Jerome of a boating holiday on the Thames between Kingston and Oxford. The three men are based on Jerome himself (the narrator J.) and two real-life friends, George Wingrave (who would become a senior manager in Barclays Bank) and Carl Hentschel (the founder of a London printing business, called Harris in the book), with whom he often took boating trips. The dog, Montmorency, is entirely fictional but, "as Jerome admits, developed out of that area of inner consciousness which, in all Englishmen, contains an element of the dog." The trip is a typical boating holiday of the time in a Thames camping skiff. This was just after commercial boat traffic on the Upper Thames had died out, replaced by the 1880s craze for boating as a leisure activity. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/three-men-in-a-boat-to-say-nothing-of-the-dog-version-3-by-jerome-k-jerome/ |
humorous account english writer jerome k jerome boating holiday thames kingston oxford three men based jerome the narrator j two real life friends george wingrave who would become senior manager barclays bank carl hentschel the founder london printing business called harris book often took boating trips dog montmorency entirely fictional but as jerome admits developed area inner consciousness which englishmen contains element dog trip typical boating holiday time thames camping skiff commercial boat traffic upper thames died out replaced 1880s craze boating leisure activity summary wikipedia p |
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8268 |
8889 |
Northanger Abbey (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
Jane Austen |
Dramatic Readings, Romance |
Northanger Abbey follows seventeen-year-old Gothic novel aficionado Catherine Morland and family friends Mr. and Mrs. Allen as they visit Bath. It is Catherine's first visit there. She meets new friends, such as Isabella Thorpe, and goes to balls. Catherine finds herself pursued by Isabella's brother, the rough-mannered, slovenly John Thorpe, and by her real love interest, Henry Tilney. She also becomes friends with Eleanor Tilney, Henry's younger sister. Henry captivates her with his view on novels and his knowledge of history and the world. General Tilney (Henry and Eleanor's father) invites Catherine to visit their estate, Northanger Abbey, which, from her reading of Ann Radcliffe's Gothic novel The Mysteries of Udolpho, she expects to be dark, ancient and full of Gothic horrors and fantastical mystery. - Summary by Wikipedia \n<br><br>\n\nNarrators: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7800">Arie</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Catherine Morland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a><br>Henry Tilney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3470">Jason Mills</a><br>Isabella Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mrs. Allen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Eleanor Tilney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>General Tilney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>John Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>James Morland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a><br>Mrs. Morland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">Fiddlesticks</a><br>Mr. Allen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8532">Norman Elfer</a><br>Mrs. Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9155">Natalie Paula</a><br>Mr. Morland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9179">inflected</a><br>Footman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>Captain Tilney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9311">Ivory Ballard</a><br>Sarah Morland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8009">Frances Brown</a><br>Mrs. Hughes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Anne Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>Maria Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\n<br>\n<b>Audio edited by:</b> Elizabeth Barr and Elizabeth Klett\n<br><br>\n |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/northanger-abbey-dramatic-reading-by-jane-austen/ |
northanger abbey follows seventeen year old gothic novel aficionado catherine morland family friends mr mrs allen visit bath catherine s first visit there meets new friends isabella thorpe goes balls catherine finds pursued isabella s brother rough mannered slovenly john thorpe real love interest henry tilney also becomes friends eleanor tilney henry s younger sister henry captivates view novels knowledge history world general tilney henry eleanor s father invites catherine visit estate northanger abbey which reading ann radcliffe s gothic novel mysteries udolpho expects dark ancient full gothic horrors fantastical mystery summary wikipedia br br narrators a href https librivox org reader 7800 arie a a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br catherine morland a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a br henry tilney a href https librivox org reader 3470 jason mills a br isabella thorpe a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs allen a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br eleanor tilney a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br general tilney a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br john thorpe a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br james morland a href https librivox org reader 8582 beniaminomassimo a br mrs morland a href https librivox org reader 7730 fiddlesticks a br mr allen a href https librivox org reader 8532 norman elfer a br mrs thorpe a href https librivox org reader 9155 natalie paula a br mr morland a href https librivox org reader 9179 inflected a br footman a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br captain tilney a href https librivox org reader 9311 ivory ballard a br sarah morland a href https librivox org reader 8009 frances brown a br mrs hughes a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br anne thorpe a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br maria thorpe a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br br b audio edited by b elizabeth barr elizabeth klett br br |
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8871 |
Life of St. Teresa |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Teresa of Ávila, also called Saint Teresa of Jesus, baptized as Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda y Ahumada (28 March 1515 – 4 October 1582), was a prominent Spanish mystic, Roman Catholic saint, Carmelite nun, an author of the Counter Reformation and theologian of contemplative life through mental prayer. She was a reformer of the Carmelite Order and is considered to be a founder of the Discalced Carmelites along with John of the Cross.<br><br>In 1622, forty years after her death, she was canonized by Pope Gregory XV and on 27 September 1970, was named a Doctor of the Church by Pope Paul VI. Her books, which include her autobiography (The Life of Teresa of Jesus) and her seminal work El Castillo Interior (trans.: The Interior Castle) are an integral part of Spanish Renaissance literature as well as Christian mysticism and Christian meditation practices as she entails in her other important work, Camino de Perfección (trans.: The Way of Perfection). - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-st-teresa-by-francis-alice-forbes/ |
teresa ávila also called saint teresa jesus baptized teresa sánchez de cepeda ahumada 28 march 1515 4 october 1582 prominent spanish mystic roman catholic saint carmelite nun author counter reformation theologian contemplative life mental prayer reformer carmelite order considered founder discalced carmelites along john cross br br in 1622 forty years death canonized pope gregory xv 27 september 1970 named doctor church pope paul vi books include autobiography the life teresa jesus seminal work el castillo interior trans interior castle integral part spanish renaissance literature well christian mysticism christian meditation practices entails important work camino de perfección trans way perfection summary wikipedia p |
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8872 |
Mary: A Fiction (version 2) |
Mary Wollstonecraft |
Published before 1800 |
<i>Mary: A Fiction</i>, published in 1788, is a tragic story that decries marriages not based on love. It can be considered an example of feminist fiction.<br /><br />Mary's parents are in a loveless marriage. As the second-born, female child, she is neglected; her education is self-directed from books, nature, and her own inclinations. Her inclinations, however, are towards genius and religion. Mary becomes the heiress of her parents' fortune when her brother dies. To keep the family property together due to litigation, her parents marry her to a boy she has never met. After the ceremony, he goes to the Continent, and Mary devotes herself to her weak, sickly friend, Ann.<br /><br />She is disgusted with the thought of living with her husband - a weak, shallow man. Strong love for Ann, love for a "better" man, religion, and benevolence support Mary through a life on the run from conventional duty. - Summary by TriciaG<br /><br /> |
English |
1788 |
https://librivox.org/mary-a-fiction-by-mary-wollstonecraft/ |
i mary fiction i published 1788 tragic story decries marriages based love considered example feminist fiction br br mary s parents loveless marriage second born female child neglected education self directed books nature inclinations inclinations however towards genius religion mary becomes heiress parents fortune brother dies keep family property together due litigation parents marry boy never met ceremony goes continent mary devotes weak sickly friend ann br br she disgusted thought living husband weak shallow man strong love ann love better man religion benevolence support mary life run conventional duty summary triciag br br |
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8252 |
8873 |
Benjamin Britten: Source Stories of Twelve Operas |
Various |
Music |
Britten's operas are firmly established in the international repertoire: according to Operabase, they are performed worldwide more than those of any other composer born in the 20th century, and only Puccini and Richard Strauss come ahead of him if the list is extended to all operas composed after 1900. Britten went to various sources for his stories from the Bible to Japanese noh plays. This is a collection of twelve of the source stories. All but one are the original texts; the one exception is A Midsummer Night’s Dream which the reader took from Charles Lamb’s telling of the story. Some operas are omitted because no public domain texts could be found for their sources. Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/benjamin-britten-source-stories-of-twelve-operas-by-various/ |
britten s operas firmly established international repertoire according operabase performed worldwide composer born 20th century puccini richard strauss come ahead list extended operas composed 1900 britten went various sources stories bible japanese noh plays collection twelve source stories one original texts one exception midsummer night s dream reader took charles lamb s telling story operas omitted public domain texts could found sources summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8874 |
Giant-Killer - or the Battle Which All Must Fight |
Charlotte Maria Tucker |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Family, Religion |
Ten year old twins. Constantine and Adolphus are chagrined to be shipped off to a private tutor in the country. Their lot appears worse when they meet their host and his family, consisting of a wife, son Aleck (who imagines himself the perfect student) and two little girls! On top of that, they are expected to study. Fun seems in short supply when they are not even allowed to pull the cow's tail, and there is no second dinner provided. This allegorical tale can be a simple, amusing story or a lesson to us all. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-giant-killer-or-the-battle-which-all-must-fight-by-charlotte-maria-tucker/ |
ten year old twins constantine adolphus chagrined shipped private tutor country lot appears worse meet host family consisting wife son aleck who imagines perfect student two little girls top that expected study fun seems short supply even allowed pull cow s tail second dinner provided allegorical tale simple amusing story lesson us all summary lynne thompson p |
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8254 |
8875 |
Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783 |
Alfred Thayer Mahan |
War & Military |
The Influence of Sea Power Upon History: 1660–1783 is a history of naval warfare written in 1890 by Alfred Thayer Mahan. It details the role of sea power during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, and discusses the various factors needed to support and achieve sea power, with emphasis on having the largest and most powerful fleet. Scholars consider it the single most influential book in naval strategy. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-influence-of-sea-power-upon-history-by-alfred-thayer-mahan/ |
influence sea power upon history 1660 1783 history naval warfare written 1890 alfred thayer mahan details role sea power seventeenth eighteenth centuries discusses various factors needed support achieve sea power emphasis largest powerful fleet scholars consider single influential book naval strategy summary wikipedia |
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10129 |
10771 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 4: Imperial Antiquity |
John Lord |
*Non-fiction, Antiquity |
Volume 4 discusses some of the key leaders of the ancient world, including Julius Caesar, Marcus Aurelius and Constantine, as well as important religious figures such as Saint Ambrose and Saint Augustine. Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-04-by-john-lord/ |
volume 4 discusses key leaders ancient world including julius caesar marcus aurelius constantine well important religious figures saint ambrose saint augustine summary khand |
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8255 |
8876 |
Three Times and Out |
Nellie McClung |
War & Military, Memoirs |
The true story of M. C. Simmons, a Canadian soldier captured by the German Army during the early days of World War I. We read of his sixteen months of imprisonment, his encounters with other captured troops of the other Allied armies and his observations of the nature of his captors and their countrymen. Most compellingly we read of his escape from POW camp, his recapture and punishment, and then the capture and punishment following his second escape attempt, climaxing in his third escape attempt and daring travel through enemy territory against all odds. In McClung's words, "Private Simmons is a close and accurate observer who sees clearly and talks well. He tells a straightforward, unadorned tale, every sentence of which is true, and convincing." (Summary by the narrator) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/three-times-and-out-by-nellie-mcclung/ |
true story m c simmons canadian soldier captured german army early days world war i read sixteen months imprisonment encounters captured troops allied armies observations nature captors countrymen compellingly read escape pow camp recapture punishment capture punishment following second escape attempt climaxing third escape attempt daring travel enemy territory odds mcclung s words private simmons close accurate observer sees clearly talks well tells straightforward unadorned tale every sentence true convincing summary narrator p |
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8256 |
8877 |
In Times Like These |
Nellie McClung |
Family & Relationships, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
" Believing that the woman's claim to a common humanity is not an unreasonable one, and that the successful issue of such claim rests primarily upon the sense of fair play which people have or have not according to how they were born, and\nTherefore to men and women everywhere who love a fair deal, and are willing to give it to everyone, even women, this book is respectfully dedicated by the author."</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/in-times-like-these-by-nellie-mcclung/ |
believing woman s claim common humanity unreasonable one successful issue claim rests primarily upon sense fair play people according born therefore men women everywhere love fair deal willing give everyone even women book respectfully dedicated author p |
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8257 |
8878 |
Histoire curieuse et pittoresque des sorciers |
Mathias de Giraldo |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Mathias de Giraldo est un auteur inconnu et mystérieux jusqu'à ce jour. Probablement un surnom d'un ou de plusieurs auteurs, Mathias de Giraldo publie au XIXe siècle une anthologie regroupant de nombreuses histoires tirées de la culture populaire française. Ces histoires mettent en scène des sorciers, devins, magiciens, astrologues, voyants, revenants, âmes en peine, vampires, spectres, fantômes, apparitions, visions, gnomes, lutins, esprits malins, sorts jetés, exorcismes, etc. L'auteur ouvre des pistes de réflexion quand à la véracité de ces histoires à une époque où la pensée scientifique se fait plus imposante. Plongez dans l'univers de la croyance populaire et savourez les étonnantes histoires de cette anthologie qui ont longtemps été considérées comme une naïve vérité. - Summary by Mosiah |
French |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/histoire-curieuse-et-pittoresque-by-mathias-de-giraldo/ |
mathias de giraldo est un auteur inconnu et mystérieux jusqu à ce jour probablement un surnom d un ou de plusieurs auteurs mathias de giraldo publie au xixe siècle une anthologie regroupant de nombreuses histoires tirées de la culture populaire française ces histoires mettent en scène des sorciers devins magiciens astrologues voyants revenants âmes en peine vampires spectres fantômes apparitions visions gnomes lutins esprits malins sorts jetés exorcismes etc l auteur ouvre des pistes de réflexion quand à la véracité de ces histoires à une époque où la pensée scientifique se fait plus imposante plongez dans l univers de la croyance populaire et savourez les étonnantes histoires de cette anthologie qui ont longtemps été considérées comme une naïve vérité summary mosiah |
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8258 |
8879 |
Key Out of Time (version 2) |
Andre Norton |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
Time Agents Ross Murdock and Gordon Ashe return for another assignment, this time to the tropical island paradise planet of Hawaika. Something apocalyptic has occurred in this planet’s history, altering its topography and cleansing it of all intelligent life. But something goes wrong when they attempt a peek at the past through a Time Gate, and with the Polynesian girl Karara and her trained dolphins Tino-rau and Taua, are plunged into a conflict between a dying super-race, barbarian natives, and invading aliens. (Summary by Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/key-out-of-time-version-2-by-andre-norton/ |
time agents ross murdock gordon ashe return another assignment time tropical island paradise planet hawaika something apocalyptic occurred planet s history altering topography cleansing intelligent life something goes wrong attempt peek past time gate polynesian girl karara trained dolphins tino rau taua plunged conflict dying super race barbarian natives invading aliens summary mark nelson p |
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8259 |
8880 |
Biography of a Prairie Girl |
Eleanor Gates |
Family Life |
This book is a wonderful way to learn about how the prairies were years ago, but you will hardly feel you are learning because you will be caught up with the 'little girl', living with her as she grows up far away from any large city. Very well written, in this book you live, worry, and rejoice, along with the little girl. Whether it is through a prairie fire, raising some interesting and queer pet, having fun at some big prairie-time event, or worming her way out of trouble, the little girl continues to grow, until at the end, you leave, not a little girl, but a young lady stepping into womanhood. - Summary by Trotsa</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-biography-of-a-prairie-girl-by-eleanor-gates/ |
book wonderful way learn prairies years ago hardly feel learning caught little girl living grows far away large city well written book live worry rejoice along little girl whether prairie fire raising interesting queer pet fun big prairie time event worming way trouble little girl continues grow end leave little girl young lady stepping womanhood summary trotsa p |
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8260 |
8881 |
Martin Schüler |
Florence Roma Muir Wilson |
Literary Fiction |
Romer Wilson's first novel is a study in the life of Genius, a theme that would preoccupy her throughout her life. The eponymous Martin Schüler is a young German composer of genius in the years leading up to the Great War. His great passion is to create one magnificent work that will live forever. With his passions so consumed in his art, he makes sacrifices in his human relationships, going through a series of wrenching, unequal love affairs. The novel is of interest not only for Schüler's lifelong struggle to reconcile his fleshly desires with his lust for fame, but also for the Continental setting as Europe falls toward catastrophe. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/martin-schueler-by-florence-roma-muir-wilson/ |
romer wilson s first novel study life genius theme would preoccupy throughout life eponymous martin schüler young german composer genius years leading great war great passion create one magnificent work live forever passions consumed art makes sacrifices human relationships going series wrenching unequal love affairs novel interest schüler s lifelong struggle reconcile fleshly desires lust fame also continental setting europe falls toward catastrophe summary expatriate p |
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8262 |
8883 |
Divina Comedia |
Dante Alighieri |
Epics |
A la mitad del viaje de nuestra vida, me encontré en una selva oscura por haberme apartado del camino recto. ¡Ah! ¡Cuan penoso me sería decir lo salvaje, áspera y espesa que era esta selva, cuyo recuerdo renueva mi temor! Era tan triste que la muerte no lo es tanto. Pero para hablar del bien que alli encontré, revelaré las demás cosas que he visto... (del Canto primero del infierno). Manuel Aranda y Sanjuan (1845-1900) ha sido un prolífico traductor de obras técnicas, pero también literarias. Entre estas últimas se cuentan Orlando furioso, de Lodovico Ariosto, y La comedia humana, de Honoré de Balzac. Su traducción en prosa de la Divina Comedia de Dante ha sido durante decenios "la traducción" por antonomasia en lengua española. ( Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/la-divina-comedia-by-dante-alighieri/ |
la mitad del viaje de nuestra vida encontré en una selva oscura por haberme apartado del camino recto ah cuan penoso sería decir lo salvaje áspera espesa que era esta selva cuyo recuerdo renueva mi temor era tan triste que la muerte lo es tanto pero para hablar del bien que alli encontré revelaré las demás cosas que visto del canto primero del infierno manuel aranda sanjuan 1845 1900 ha sido un prolífico traductor de obras técnicas pero también literarias entre estas últimas se cuentan orlando furioso de lodovico ariosto la comedia humana de honoré de balzac su traducción en prosa de la divina comedia de dante ha sido durante decenios la traducción por antonomasia en lengua española tux p |
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8263 |
8884 |
California Coast Trails |
Joseph Smeaton Chase |
Nature, Memoirs |
In 1911, decades before California's coast Highway 1 was built, an Englishman rode 2000 miles on horseback the length of California, from Mexico to Oregon. On the way he is courteously received at isolated ranches, has many quiet adventures, and is generally amazed by the beauty of our coast. A classic early California travelog. Chase was born in Islington (London) and but lived most of this life in the California desert.<br /><br />Here are Chase's major landmarks, first going south and then turning north:<br />Chap. 1 El Monte to Laguna Beach. Chap. 2 Aliso Canyon to San Juan Capistrano. Chap. 3 San Juan hot springs (east of Mission Viejo) to Oceanside. Chap 4. Del Mar to San Diego. Chap. 5 San Fernando Valley to Malibu. Chap. 6 Boney Mountain (in the Santa Monica Mtns.) to Ventura. Chap. 7 Carpenteria to Santa Barbara. Chap 8. Refugio Pass (south of Solvang) to Lompoc. Chap. 9 Solvang to Las Cruces (south of Solvang). Chap. 10 Point Conception back to Lompoc. Chap. 11 Casmalia to Avila (on SLO Bay). Chap. 12 San Luis Obispo to Morro Bay. Chap. 13 to Jolon and Mission San Antonio de Padua (SE of Ft. Hunter Liggett). Chap. 14 to Pacific Valley (south of Limekiln State Park). Chap. 15 Limekiln, Lucia, to about Lopez Point. Chap. 16 Big Sur, Point Sur Lighthouse to Monterey. Chap. 17 Seaside through the Santa Cruz Mtns. to Pescadero (San Mateo Co.). Chap. 18 Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, to Drakes Bay. Chap. 19 Tomales Bay to Gualala. Chap. 20 Navarro to Westport. Chap. 21 King Range and the Mattole Valley to Eureka. Chap. 22 Arcata to the Klamath.<br />(Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/california-coast-trails-by-joseph-smeaton-chase/ |
1911 decades california s coast highway 1 built englishman rode 2000 miles horseback length california mexico oregon way courteously received isolated ranches many quiet adventures generally amazed beauty coast classic early california travelog chase born islington london lived life california desert br br here chase s major landmarks first going south turning north br chap 1 el monte laguna beach chap 2 aliso canyon san juan capistrano chap 3 san juan hot springs east mission viejo oceanside chap 4 del mar san diego chap 5 san fernando valley malibu chap 6 boney mountain in santa monica mtns ventura chap 7 carpenteria santa barbara chap 8 refugio pass south solvang lompoc chap 9 solvang las cruces south solvang chap 10 point conception back lompoc chap 11 casmalia avila on slo bay chap 12 san luis obispo morro bay chap 13 jolon mission san antonio de padua se ft hunter liggett chap 14 pacific valley south limekiln state park chap 15 limekiln lucia lopez point chap 16 big sur point sur lighthouse monterey chap 17 seaside santa cruz mtns pescadero san mateo co chap 18 half moon bay san francisco drakes bay chap 19 tomales bay gualala chap 20 navarro westport chap 21 king range mattole valley eureka chap 22 arcata klamath br summary adrian praetzellis |
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8264 |
8885 |
Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3A - Vol. 1 |
Federal Aviation Administration |
Education |
This audiobook contains chapters 1 through 10 from the Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3A. Study of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which is available at <a href="http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/">http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/</a>. From the preface: <i>"The Airplane Flying Handbook is designed as a technical manual to introduce basic pilot skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes. It provides information on transition to other airplanes and the operation of various airplane systems. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with various aviation educators and industry. This handbook is developed to assist student pilots learning to fly airplanes. It is also beneficial to pilots who wish to improve their flying proficiency and aeronautical knowledge, those pilots preparing for additional certificates or ratings, and flight instructors engaged in the instruction of both student and certificated pilots. It introduces the future pilot to the realm of flight and provides information and guidance in the performance of procedures and maneuvers required for pilot certification."</i> This audiobook, chapters 1 through 10 from the Airplane Flying Handbook, is Volume I. Chapters 11 -15 titled "Transition to ...." are recorded in <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-2-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 2</a>, and Chapter 16 "Emergency Procedures" is recorded in <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-3-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 3</a>. - Summary by Norman Elfer </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-1-by-federal-aviation-administration/ |
audiobook contains chapters 1 10 airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a study handbook include pdf faa available a href http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals a preface i the airplane flying handbook designed technical manual introduce basic pilot skills knowledge essential piloting airplanes provides information transition airplanes operation various airplane systems developed flight standards service airman testing standards branch cooperation various aviation educators industry handbook developed assist student pilots learning fly airplanes also beneficial pilots wish improve flying proficiency aeronautical knowledge pilots preparing additional certificates ratings flight instructors engaged instruction student certificated pilots introduces future pilot realm flight provides information guidance performance procedures maneuvers required pilot certification i audiobook chapters 1 10 airplane flying handbook volume i chapters 11 15 titled transition recorded a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 2 by federal aviation administration volume 2 a chapter 16 emergency procedures recorded a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 3 by federal aviation administration volume 3 a summary norman elfer p |
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8265 |
8886 |
Ellendigen - Deel 2 - Cosette |
Victor Hugo |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
De Ellendigen is een vertaling van Les Miserables, een sociale roman, met een sterke moraal. Hugo neemt het in zijn werk op voor de paria’s in de 19e-eeuwse maatschappij en richt in een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar ‘meedogenloze’ wetten. Valjean is de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat, die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden. Dit is het eerste van de vijf delen. Genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen: Cosette de dochter van Fantine. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/ellendigen-deel-2-cosette-by-victor-hugo/ |
de ellendigen een vertaling van les miserables een sociale roman met een sterke moraal hugo neemt het zijn werk op voor de paria s de 19e eeuwse maatschappij en richt een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar meedogenloze wetten valjean de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden dit het eerste van de vijf delen genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen cosette de dochter van fantine summary marcel coenders p |
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8266 |
8887 |
Sea Voyage |
John Fletcher |
Comedy |
Albert, a handsome French pirate, and his crew get shipwrecked on a barren, rocky island after a severe storm. They encounter another pair of castaways who reveal a quite unusual secret- yet another strange group of people inhabit the island. Albert soon learns that these people are actually an Amazonian-like tribe of women, and proposes an alliance for the benefit of both parties. Love and hijinks ensue in a battle of the sexes.<br /><br />Notable for imitating many elements of William Shakespeare's <i>The Tempest</i>, the collaborators also consulted nonfictional traveler's accounts to bring their vision to life. Frequently re-envisioned by other playwrights and performed with considerable popularity, it is now considered a fascinating play in that it highlights the Jacobean excitement over colonialism and their attitudes towards it. (Summary by Wikipedia and Mary Kay) <br /><br /><b>Dramatis Personae </b><br />Albert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Tibalt du Pont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Master of the Ship: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>Lamure: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Franville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Morillat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>Boatswain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Sebastian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Nicusa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>Raymond: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Surgeon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>First Sailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Second Sailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Aminta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Rosella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Clarinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a><br>Hippolita: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Crocale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Juletta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br> <br /> |
English |
1647 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-voyage-by-john-fletcher/ |
albert handsome french pirate crew get shipwrecked barren rocky island severe storm encounter another pair castaways reveal quite unusual secret yet another strange group people inhabit island albert soon learns people actually amazonian like tribe women proposes alliance benefit parties love hijinks ensue battle sexes br br notable imitating many elements william shakespeare s i the tempest i collaborators also consulted nonfictional traveler s accounts bring vision life frequently re envisioned playwrights performed considerable popularity considered fascinating play highlights jacobean excitement colonialism attitudes towards it summary wikipedia mary kay br br b dramatis personae b br albert a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br tibalt du pont a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br master ship a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br lamure a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br franville a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br morillat a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br boatswain a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br sebastian a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br nicusa a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br raymond a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br surgeon a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br first sailor a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br second sailor a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br aminta a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br rosella a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br clarinda a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br hippolita a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br crocale a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br juletta a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br narrated a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br br |
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8267 |
8888 |
Bothie of Toper-na-Fuosich |
Arthur Hugh Clough |
Narratives |
Arthur Clough provides us with a timeless coming of age story involving a young Englishman studying in Scotland who falls in love. - Summary by Liam Brady</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/the-bothie-of-toper-na-fuosich-by-arthur-hugh-clough/ |
arthur clough provides us timeless coming age story involving young englishman studying scotland falls love summary liam brady p |
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10154 |
10796 |
Haunted Room |
Charlotte Maria Tucker |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
Mr. Trevor inherits a piece of land in the country called Myst Court, and plans to move there with his three children: Emmie, Bruce, and Vibert. But rumor says that a room in the house that is haunted. Bruce and Mr. Trevor tell Emmie there are no ghosts, but Emmie can't help but be afraid--or can she? Summary by Esther ben Simonides |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-room-by-charlotte-maria-tucker/ |
mr trevor inherits piece land country called myst court plans move three children emmie bruce vibert rumor says room house haunted bruce mr trevor tell emmie ghosts emmie can t help afraid or she summary esther ben simonides |
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8269 |
8890 |
Eighteen Months in the War Zone: A Record of a Woman's Work on the Western Front |
Kate John Finzi |
War & Military, Memoirs |
"But it is not for those who heard the call in the later months so much as in memory of those early heroes of Mons, who knew the bitterness of a valiant retreat, the horror of forced marches along parched roads, with only the prod of the next man's bayonet to keep him awake, and only a flap cut from the tail of his shirt between the pitiless sun and the dreaded delirium that would leave him a prey to the Huns' barbarities; in memory of these it is that I take up the pen to run the gauntlet of a thousand critical eyes on a way fraught with difficulties." ~ Kate John Finzi |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/eighteen-months-in-the-war-zone-by-kate-john-finzi/ |
but heard call later months much memory early heroes mons knew bitterness valiant retreat horror forced marches along parched roads prod next man s bayonet keep awake flap cut tail shirt pitiless sun dreaded delirium would leave prey huns barbarities memory take pen run gauntlet thousand critical eyes way fraught difficulties kate john finzi |
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8270 |
8891 |
Before Adam |
Jack London |
Science Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
"Before Adam is a mixture of sound science and sci-fi speculation. It is based around Darwin's theory of evolution and the idea of racial memory. The main character lives in the current world but has dreams and nightmares that he relives the pre-stone age life of one of his proto-human ancestors. Those who are scientifically inclined may enjoy this novel more than fans of "standard" science fiction such as Edgar Rice Burroughs. (Summary by Tom Weiss)"</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/before-adam-by-jack-london/ |
before adam mixture sound science sci fi speculation based around darwin s theory evolution idea racial memory main character lives current world dreams nightmares relives pre stone age life one proto human ancestors scientifically inclined may enjoy novel fans standard science fiction edgar rice burroughs summary tom weiss p |
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8271 |
8892 |
Miscellaneous Poe: Poems and Short Stories |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Poetry |
Come and hear some of the wonderful, magical, fantastic and macabre works of the inestimable Edgar Allan Poe. This collection contains the world famous poems <i>Annabel Lee, The Bells, Eldorado</i> and <i>The Raven</i>. Also included is his masterful short story, the horror classic <i>The Tell-Tale Heart</i>. Poe's vocabulary and ability to rhyme and 'turn a phrase' have made him one of the most celebrated and well regarded writers of all time! (Summary by TimoleonWash)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/miscellaneous-poe-poems-and-short-stories-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
come hear wonderful magical fantastic macabre works inestimable edgar allan poe collection contains world famous poems i annabel lee bells eldorado i i the raven i also included masterful short story horror classic i the tell tale heart i poe s vocabulary ability rhyme turn phrase made one celebrated well regarded writers time summary timoleonwash br br |
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8272 |
8893 |
Winter Stars |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In honor of Winter Solstice 2014, LibriVox volunteers bring you fourteen readings of Winter Stars by Sara Teasdale. This is the weekly poetry reading for December 21, 2014.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/winter-stars-by-sara-teasdale/ |
honor winter solstice 2014 librivox volunteers bring fourteen readings winter stars sara teasdale weekly poetry reading december 21 2014 p |
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8273 |
8894 |
Sleeping Beauty and other fairy tales From the Old French |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
What began as a translation project became a retelling of four classic fairy tales from the Cabinet des Fees, the French collection of over forty volumes. "Certainly the translations, when finished, did not satisfy me, and so I turned back to the beginning and have rewritten the stories in my own way, which (as you may say with the Irish butler) “may not be the best claret, but ’tis the best ye’ve got.”\n—Preface - Summary by mlcui</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sleeping-beauty-and-other-fairy-tales-from-the-old-french-by-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch/ |
began translation project became retelling four classic fairy tales cabinet des fees french collection forty volumes certainly translations finished satisfy me turned back beginning rewritten stories way as may say irish butler may best claret tis best ye ve got preface summary mlcui p |
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8274 |
8895 |
Adventures of Tommy Blake |
Brother Ernest Ryan |
Family, Religion |
Child of an atheist father and a devoutly Catholic mother, Tommy has been from childhood the object of a battle of love. Tommy’s courage and unfailing loyalty to his Faith help him to overcome obstacles which threaten his whole future with spiritual tragedy.<br><br>\n\nBrother Ernest Ryan, was a Holy Cross Brother, the founder of and a prolific author for the Dujarie Press, a Catholic publishing house of Juvenile Saint books for children in the 1950’s and 1960’s. He wrote numerous juvenile biographical saint books for children, as well as several children’s fictional titles – of which this is one. (Summary from an original jacket and Maria Therese)<br><br>\n |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-tommy-blake-by-brother-ernest-ryan/ |
child atheist father devoutly catholic mother tommy childhood object battle love tommy s courage unfailing loyalty faith help overcome obstacles threaten whole future spiritual tragedy br br brother ernest ryan holy cross brother founder prolific author dujarie press catholic publishing house juvenile saint books children 1950 s 1960 s wrote numerous juvenile biographical saint books children well several children s fictional titles one summary original jacket maria therese br br |
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8275 |
8896 |
Spring, 1918 |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of <em>Spring, 1918</em> by Sara Teasdale. This was the Weekly Poetry project for May 11th, 2014. <br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/spring-1918-by-sara-teasdale/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings em spring 1918 em sara teasdale weekly poetry project may 11th 2014 br br |
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8276 |
8897 |
Vanished Country |
Grantland Rice |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 readings of <em>The Vanished Country</em>, Grantland Rice's bittersweet reflection on life. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-vanished-country-by-grantland-rice/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 13 readings em the vanished country em grantland rice s bittersweet reflection life summary ruth golding br br |
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8320 |
8941 |
Life and Death, and Other Stories and Legends |
Henryk Sienkiewicz |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Henryk Sienkiewicz won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905, but as he wrote in Polish many English-speakers are unfamiliar with his work. This short story collection is a sampler of five myths and legends which he collected. The "Life and Death" of the title is a Hindu legend, the rest of Polish stories. All are short and together form a little taste of this great author who is too often unknown to English readers. - Summary by Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-death-and-other-stories-and-legends-by-henryk-sienkiewicz/ |
henryk sienkiewicz nobel prize literature 1905 wrote polish many english speakers unfamiliar work short story collection sampler five myths legends collected life death title hindu legend rest polish stories short together form little taste great author often unknown english readers summary beth thomas p |
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8898 |
Heron Nest |
W. Bert Foster |
Family Life, Gardening |
Pleasant family drama set in early 1900's or late 1890's upstate New York. The Herron clan, led by heroic, inventive, handicapped older brother Billy, has fallen on hard times due to one of the depressions that occurred before the Great one of the 30's. He manages to charm their way out of the tenements and into the country where he and his younger siblings farm their way to success, albeit on a small, Waltons-esque scale. Features many detailed gardening tips. Minor quibble with a sub-plot involving borderline incest but all in all, an inspirational work for the get-er-dun generation. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-heron-nest-by-w-bert-foster/ |
pleasant family drama set early 1900 s late 1890 s upstate new york herron clan led heroic inventive handicapped older brother billy fallen hard times due one depressions occurred great one 30 s manages charm way tenements country younger siblings farm way success albeit small waltons esque scale features many detailed gardening tips minor quibble sub plot involving borderline incest all inspirational work get er dun generation summary bellonatimes p |
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8899 |
Out from the Heart |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
James Allen teaches us how to purify our hearts through the fundamental lessons of virtue: physical discipline, mental discipline, doing your best, self-honesty, and forgiveness. If assiduously practiced, these principles will lead to a blessed life of truth. - Summary by Andrea Fiore<p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/out-from-the-heart-by-james-allen/ |
james allen teaches us purify hearts fundamental lessons virtue physical discipline mental discipline best self honesty forgiveness assiduously practiced principles lead blessed life truth summary andrea fiore p |
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8279 |
8900 |
Gods are Athirst |
Anatole France |
Historical Fiction |
The Gods Are Athirst (French: Les dieux ont soif, also translated as The Gods Are Thirsty or The Gods Will Have Blood) is a 1912 novel by Anatole France. </p>\n\nThe story follows the young Parisian painter Évariste Gamelin, who rises speedily from his humble beginnings to a member of the Revolutionary Tribunal in the second and third year of the French Revolution. In brilliant prose, Anatole France describes how Évariste's idealism turns into fanaticism, and he allows more and more heads to roll and blood to flow, placing himself and those he loves into ever greater danger. - Summary by Wikipedia and Carolin</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-gods-are-athirst-by-anatole-france/ |
gods athirst french les dieux ont soif also translated gods thirsty gods blood 1912 novel anatole france p story follows young parisian painter évariste gamelin rises speedily humble beginnings member revolutionary tribunal second third year french revolution brilliant prose anatole france describes évariste s idealism turns fanaticism allows heads roll blood flow placing loves ever greater danger summary wikipedia carolin p |
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8280 |
8901 |
Poems of Giacomo Leopardi |
Giacomo Leopardi |
Single author |
This is a volume of poems by Giacomo Leopardi. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-giacomo-leopardi-by-giacomo-leopardi/ |
volume poems giacomo leopardi summary carolin p |
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8281 |
8902 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 01, Nov. 4, 1879 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Short works, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories,fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, and more for children. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-1-issue-1-nov-4-1879-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork children published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p |
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8282 |
8903 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 059 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />LibriVox readers bring you 20 short stories including lesser known works by Thomas Hardy, Robert Louis Stevenson and Edgar Allan Poe, an early story by Dorothy Parker, and stories in various genres by authors including L. M. Montgomery, Leo Tolstoy, Arthur Conan Doyle, Franz Kafka and Algernon Blackwood.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-059/ |
br librivox readers bring 20 short stories including lesser known works thomas hardy robert louis stevenson edgar allan poe early story dorothy parker stories various genres authors including l m montgomery leo tolstoy arthur conan doyle franz kafka algernon blackwood br br |
| 8348 |
8283 |
8904 |
Uli der Pächter |
Jeremias Gotthelf |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Uli der Pächter ist die Fortsetzung von Uli der Knecht. Die Handlung ist im Berngebiet angesiedelt. Uli ist nun mit seinem Vreneli verheiratet und bewirtschaftet einen Pachthof, doch ständig ist er in Sorge, ob er den Pachthof auch zahlen kann. Uli erfährt als Pächter in seinem bäuerlichen Umkreis zwar leidvoll die Schlechtigkeit der Menschen, hat aber auch Helfer in der Not. (Zusammenfassung nach Wikipedia) <br><br><a href="https://librivox.org/uli-der-knecht-by-jeremias-gotthelf/">LibriVox Aufnahme von Uli der Knecht</a> <br></br> |
German |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/uli-der-paechter-by-jeremias-gotthelf/ |
uli der pächter ist die fortsetzung von uli der knecht die handlung ist im berngebiet angesiedelt uli ist nun mit seinem vreneli verheiratet und bewirtschaftet einen pachthof doch ständig ist er sorge ob er den pachthof auch zahlen kann uli erfährt als pächter seinem bäuerlichen umkreis zwar leidvoll die schlechtigkeit der menschen hat aber auch helfer der not zusammenfassung nach wikipedia br br a href https librivox org uli der knecht by jeremias gotthelf librivox aufnahme von uli der knecht a br br |
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8910 |
R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots) |
Karel Čapek |
Drama |
Helena Glory, as the daughter of a major industrial power's president, is a woman on a mission. She faces the island factory of Rossum's Universal Robots, the world's leading company in robotic engineering. She is convinced that these new creations called robots they make are deserving of rights like humans do. Everyone else is convinced robots are nothing more than tools for human use. Is it so, or is a robot rebellion becoming a more likely prospect as the robots start to seem more intelligent than first thought?</p>\n\nFirst performed in English in 1922, R.U.R. is most notable for being the play that introduced the word "robot" into the English language and one of the popular early examples of the science fiction genre onstage. (Mary Kay)</br></br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7008?primary_key=7008&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">John Trevithick</a><br>Helena Glory / Robot Helena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923?primary_key=8923&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Sarah Terry</a><br>Harry Domin / Primus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754?primary_key=6754&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">ToddHW</a><br>Dr. Gall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9293?primary_key=9293&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Barry Streifert</a><br>Mr. Fabry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8978?primary_key=8978&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">James Callaghan</a><br>Dr. Hallemeier / Consul Busman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8805?primary_key=8805&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">SteveToner</a><br>Mr. Alquist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281?primary_key=6281&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Beth Thomas</a><br>Nana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677?primary_key=8677&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">KHand</a><br>Radius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9295?primary_key=9295&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">T. Layne</a><br />Sulla / First Robot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6014?primary_key=6014&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>Marius / Fourth Robot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331?primary_key=9331&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>A Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925?primary_key=7925&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Etel Buss</a><br>Second Robot / Third Robot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001?primary_key=9001&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Kitty Kay / Mary Kay</a><br><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rur-rossums-universal-robots-by-karel-capek/ |
helena glory daughter major industrial power s president woman mission faces island factory rossum s universal robots world s leading company robotic engineering convinced new creations called robots make deserving rights like humans do everyone else convinced robots nothing tools human use so robot rebellion becoming likely prospect robots start seem intelligent first thought p first performed english 1922 r u r notable play introduced word robot english language one popular early examples science fiction genre onstage mary kay br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7008 primary_key 7008 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results john trevithick a br helena glory robot helena a href https librivox org reader 8923 primary_key 8923 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results sarah terry a br harry domin primus a href https librivox org reader 6754 primary_key 6754 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results toddhw a br dr gall a href https librivox org reader 9293 primary_key 9293 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results barry streifert a br mr fabry a href https librivox org reader 8978 primary_key 8978 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results james callaghan a br dr hallemeier consul busman a href https librivox org reader 8805 primary_key 8805 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results stevetoner a br mr alquist a href https librivox org reader 6281 primary_key 6281 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results beth thomas a br nana a href https librivox org reader 8677 primary_key 8677 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results khand a br radius a href https librivox org reader 9295 primary_key 9295 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results t layne a br sulla first robot a href https librivox org reader 6014 primary_key 6014 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results tina nuzzi a br marius fourth robot a href https librivox org reader 9331 primary_key 9331 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results rosslyn carlyle a br a servant a href https librivox org reader 7925 primary_key 7925 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results etel buss a br second robot third robot a href https librivox org reader 9001 primary_key 9001 search_category reader search_page 1 search_form get_results kitty kay mary kay a br br |
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8952 |
Cabinet Secret |
Guy Boothby |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Witty spy adventure set during the Boer Wars of the late 19th Century. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-cabinet-secret-by-guy-boothby/ |
witty spy adventure set boer wars late 19th century summary bellonatimes p |
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8284 |
8905 |
Intoxicated Ghost And Other Stories |
Arlo Bates |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A charming collection of short stories, dealing with ghosts, magic, and other-worldly events that even the faint of heart will enjoy.<br>\n1. The Intoxicated Ghost - a woman tries to outsmart a ghost to save the family from financial ruin.<br>\n2. A Problem In Portraiture - can a man's portrait influence the man he becomes?<br>\n3. Knitters In The Sun - will a father's curse keep two lovers apart?<br>\n4. A Comedy In Crape - the death of the town playboy causes a dispute over who is entitled to be chief mourner<br>\n5. A Meeting Of The Psychical Club - who is the hooded stranger, and are his powers real?<br>\n6. Tim Calligan's Grave-Money - a poor man's final sacrifice<br>\n7. Miss Gaylord and Jenny - who will ultimately be George's bride, Alice or her alter-ego?<br>\n8. Dr. Polnitzski - a man in a no-win situation and his resolution<br>\n9. In The Virginia Room - a Southern woman visits a Confederate War Museum on the anniversary of her husband's death and meets a Northerner. Can she forgive?<br>\n(Summary by ppcunningham) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-intoxicated-ghost-and-other-stories-by-arlo-bates/ |
charming collection short stories dealing ghosts magic other worldly events even faint heart enjoy br 1 intoxicated ghost woman tries outsmart ghost save family financial ruin br 2 problem portraiture man s portrait influence man becomes br 3 knitters sun father s curse keep two lovers apart br 4 comedy crape death town playboy causes dispute entitled chief mourner br 5 meeting psychical club hooded stranger powers real br 6 tim calligan s grave money poor man s final sacrifice br 7 miss gaylord jenny ultimately george s bride alice alter ego br 8 dr polnitzski man no win situation resolution br 9 virginia room southern woman visits confederate war museum anniversary husband s death meets northerner forgive br summary ppcunningham p |
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8285 |
8906 |
Avventure d'Alice nel Paese delle Meraviglie |
Lewis Carroll |
Literary Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Traduzione italiana del celebre romanzo fantastico di Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (meglio noto sotto lo pseudonimo di Lewis Carroll) fatta dal suo amico Teodorico Pietrocola. <br>\nLa traduzione di Pietrocola in un italiano ottocentesco garbato e ironico ci restituisce l’atmosfera originale di questa famosa storia che tutti conosciamo spesso però solo attraverso vari adattamenti letterari, teatrali o cinematografici. (Summary by Pier) |
Italian |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/le-avventure-dalice-nel-paese-delle-meraviglie-by-lewis-carroll/ |
traduzione italiana del celebre romanzo fantastico di charles lutwidge dodgson meglio noto sotto lo pseudonimo di lewis carroll fatta dal suo amico teodorico pietrocola br la traduzione di pietrocola un italiano ottocentesco garbato e ironico ci restituisce l atmosfera originale di questa famosa storia che tutti conosciamo spesso però solo attraverso vari adattamenti letterari teatrali cinematografici summary pier |
| 8353 |
8286 |
8907 |
Browns at Mt. Hermon |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
When she mistakenly receives an offer of work addressed only to "Mary Brown," the lonely young heiress Mary Thornton Brown forms an audacious plan--to spend her summer not as a guest at a fashionable resort but as a hired girl in Mrs. Roberts' boarding house. Over the course of her adventure, she meets people from many different walks of life, a number of them, to her amusement, sharing her own last name. A certain gentleman boarder is particularly pleasant--but even he is not the best friend Mary will meet during her summer at Mt. Hermon. - Summary by bookAngel7</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-browns-at-mt-hermon-by-pansy/ |
mistakenly receives offer work addressed mary brown lonely young heiress mary thornton brown forms audacious plan to spend summer guest fashionable resort hired girl mrs roberts boarding house course adventure meets people many different walks life number them amusement sharing last name certain gentleman boarder particularly pleasant but even best friend mary meet summer mt hermon summary bookangel7 p |
| 8354 |
8287 |
8908 |
Deadwood Dick Jr. Branded |
Edward L. Wheeler |
Children's Fiction, Westerns |
"Deadwood Dick", the straight shooting, hard riding hero of the dime novel series "Deadwood Dick" takes on train robbers and other villans in this rip-snotrin', tale of the old west. Deadwood Dick has made his way through many dangerous escades before his, but has he met his match this time? Why is there a horseshoe brand burned into this chest? Will he save the heroine? Listen to this dashing story as our hero puts himself in danger to protect the innocent and right wrongs in each exciting chapter. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/deadwood-dick-jr-branded-by-edward-l-wheeler/ |
deadwood dick straight shooting hard riding hero dime novel series deadwood dick takes train robbers villans rip snotrin tale old west deadwood dick made way many dangerous escades his met match time horseshoe brand burned chest save heroine listen dashing story hero puts danger protect innocent right wrongs exciting chapter summary phil chenevert p |
| 8355 |
8288 |
8909 |
Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan |
Toru Dutt |
Single author |
Toru Dutt was an Indian poet, writing in English. Born in 1856, she travelled to England and France, and being a polyglot became fluent in French and English, later in Sanskrit as well. Her works gained popularity and success posthumously. This collection of her poems, Ancient Ballads and Legends of Hindustan, was published by her father after her death in 1877. This collection is divided into 2 parts: the 1st part contains long poems about the ancient legends of her native land of India, which had been passed on to her orally in Sanskrit and which held much fascination for her, and also implied her desire to return to India. The 2nd part is a collection of Dutt's miscellaneous poems, clearly influenced by her travels in Europe and includes the memorable 'Our Casuarina Tree'. (Summary by Anusha) </p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/ancient-ballads-and-legends-of-hindustan-by-toru-dutt/ |
toru dutt indian poet writing english born 1856 travelled england france polyglot became fluent french english later sanskrit well works gained popularity success posthumously collection poems ancient ballads legends hindustan published father death 1877 collection divided 2 parts 1st part contains long poems ancient legends native land india passed orally sanskrit held much fascination her also implied desire return india 2nd part collection dutt s miscellaneous poems clearly influenced travels europe includes memorable our casuarina tree summary anusha p |
| 8356 |
8296 |
8917 |
今戸心中 (Imado Shinjyuu) |
Ryūrō Hirotsu |
Published 1800 -1900 |
吉里は、吉原に住む花魁です。彼女のなじみ客であった平田が、彼女と別れて故郷の岡山に帰ってしまいます。彼女はこのことを、大変悲しみました。彼女は、もう一人のよく来る客、善吉は冷たくあしらってきました。しかし、彼女は、善吉が彼女の為に、全財産を失ったことを知ります。そして、彼女は、彼を暖かく扱うようになります。しかし、彼等には、お金がありません。ついに、二人は心中をしてしまいます。</p>\nYoshizato is a high-class prostitute, who lives in a Yoshiwara, where prostitution is legal. Hirata, one of her customers, leaves her and returns to his home town Okayama. She becomes very sad about this and thus treats another customer, Zenkichi, very coldly. But when she learns that Zenkichi lost his fortune because of her, she starts to treat him more warmly. But together, they don't have money and at last they commit suicide together. (Summary by ekzemplaro) </p> |
Japanese |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/imado-shinjyuu-by-ryuro-hirotsu/ |
吉里は 吉原に住む花魁です 彼女のなじみ客であった平田が 彼女と別れて故郷の岡山に帰ってしまいます 彼女はこのことを 大変悲しみました 彼女は もう一人のよく来る客 善吉は冷たくあしらってきました しかし 彼女は 善吉が彼女の為に 全財産を失ったことを知ります そして 彼女は 彼を暖かく扱うようになります しかし 彼等には お金がありません ついに 二人は心中をしてしまいます p yoshizato high class prostitute lives yoshiwara prostitution legal hirata one customers leaves returns home town okayama becomes sad thus treats another customer zenkichi coldly learns zenkichi lost fortune her starts treat warmly together money last commit suicide together summary ekzemplaro p |
| 8357 |
8290 |
8911 |
Helping Himself; or Grant Thornton's Ambition (version 2) |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
General |
“wish we were not so terribly poor, Grant," said Mrs. Thornton, in a discouraged tone. "Is there anything new that makes you say so, mother?” Horatio Alger, Jr. (January 13, 1832 – July 18, 1899) was a prolific 19th-century American author, most famous for his novels following the adventures of bootblacks, newsboys, peddlers, buskers, and other impoverished children in their rise from humble backgrounds to lives of respectable middle-class security and comfort. His novels about boys who succeed under the tutelage of older mentors were hugely popular in their day. This book, a true rags-to-riches novel, follows Grant, the oldest of three children that their mother, a widow is struggling to feed and clothe. His determination to succeed is fierce and yet he never cheats or follows the easy path to success. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/helping-himself-or-grant-thorntons-ambition-by-horatio-alger-jr-2/ |
wish terribly poor grant said mrs thornton discouraged tone is anything new makes say so mother horatio alger jr january 13 1832 july 18 1899 prolific 19th century american author famous novels following adventures bootblacks newsboys peddlers buskers impoverished children rise humble backgrounds lives respectable middle class security comfort novels boys succeed tutelage older mentors hugely popular day book true rags to riches novel follows grant oldest three children mother widow struggling feed clothe determination succeed fierce yet never cheats follows easy path success summary phil chenevert p |
| 8358 |
8291 |
8912 |
Lalka (tom 2) |
Bolesław Prus |
Literary Fiction |
Drugi tom klasycznego dzieła Bolesława Prusa o miłości kupca Stanisława Wokulskiego do młodej arystokratki Izabeli Łęckiej osadzonego w szczegółowo odmalowanej Warszawie - Summary by Piotr Nater</p> |
Polish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/lalka-tom-2-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
drugi tom klasycznego dzieła bolesława prusa miłości kupca stanisława wokulskiego młodej arystokratki izabeli łęckiej osadzonego w szczegółowo odmalowanej warszawie summary piotr nater p |
| 8359 |
8292 |
8913 |
Nurse and Spy in the Union Army |
Sarah Emma Edmonds |
War & Military, Memoirs |
The “Nurse and Spy” is simply a record of events which have transpired in the experience and under the observation of one who has been on the field and participated in numerous battles—among which are the first and second Bull Run, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, the Seven days in front of Richmond, Antietam, and Fredericksburg—serving in the capacity of “Spy” and as “Field Nurse” for over two years.<br /><br />While in the “Secret Service” as a “Spy,” which is one of the most hazardous positions in the army—she penetrated the enemy’s lines, in various disguises, no less than eleven times; always with complete success and without detection.<br /><br />Her efficient labors in the different Hospitals as well as her arduous duties as “Field Nurse,” embrace many thrilling and touching incidents, which are here most graphically described. - Summary from the preface</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/nurse-and-spy-in-the-union-army-by-sarah-emma-edmonds/ |
nurse spy simply record events transpired experience observation one field participated numerous battles among first second bull run williamsburg fair oaks seven days front richmond antietam fredericksburg serving capacity spy field nurse two years br br while secret service spy one hazardous positions army she penetrated enemy s lines various disguises less eleven times always complete success without detection br br her efficient labors different hospitals well arduous duties field nurse embrace many thrilling touching incidents graphically described summary preface p |
| 8360 |
8293 |
8914 |
Stolen Idols |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Two temple statues, one with the most beautiful of features, the other a hideous sight, are at the core of this tale of adventure and the supernatural. Carved by Chinese craftsmen, they have stood to either side of the great Buddha for hundreds of years, worshipped and protected by generations of priests.Taken together, they represent human nature in balance, the spiritual with the bestial, the Soul with the Body. But what if they are separated? Ancient legend warns of disaster to anyone who disturbs that balance. Young Gregory Ballaston of England, however, gives no credence to such dire threats when he and a friend set out to steal the idols, which are rumored to conceal a treasure in jewels. His friend dies in the attempt and one of the idols is presumably stolen by his murderers. Gregory nearly loses his own life in the effort but manages to get away with the other idol – the bestial Body. What will be the outcome for Gregory, or the beautiful young woman he meets in China and courts on the journey home with his prize? Even before he sets sail for home, the idol begins to prey on Gregory Ballaston.<br><br>\n\nWarning: Set in the 19th century, this book contains references to Jews and Asians that are offensive to the modern ear.(Jacquerie) </p> |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/stolen-idols-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
p two temple statues one beautiful features hideous sight core tale adventure supernatural carved chinese craftsmen stood either side great buddha hundreds years worshipped protected generations priests taken together represent human nature balance spiritual bestial soul body separated ancient legend warns disaster anyone disturbs balance young gregory ballaston england however gives credence dire threats friend set steal idols rumored conceal treasure jewels friend dies attempt one idols presumably stolen murderers gregory nearly loses life effort manages get away idol bestial body outcome gregory beautiful young woman meets china courts journey home prize even sets sail home idol begins prey gregory ballaston br br warning set 19th century book contains references jews asians offensive modern ear jacquerie p |
| 8361 |
8294 |
8915 |
Romance |
Andrew Lang |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br/>LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 readings of <em>Romance</em> by Andrew Lang, probably best known as Edward Elgar's song <em>My Love Dwelt in a Northern Land</em>. Interestingly, Lang initially refused permission for his words to be used as lyrics, and Elgar's wife Alice wrote alternative words <em>Afar, amidst the Sunny Isles</em> for the song. However, Lang later relented and gave permission for his poem to be used. <br/><br />The poem was initially published in The Century Magazine, May 1882, and this is the version recorded here. Later collections of Lang's poetry omit the third verse. (Summary by Ruth Golding) <br/> <br/> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/romance-by-andrew-lang/ |
br librivox volunteers bring 16 readings em romance em andrew lang probably best known edward elgar s song em my love dwelt northern land em interestingly lang initially refused permission words used lyrics elgar s wife alice wrote alternative words em afar amidst sunny isles em song however lang later relented gave permission poem used br br the poem initially published century magazine may 1882 version recorded here later collections lang s poetry omit third verse summary ruth golding br br |
| 8362 |
8295 |
8916 |
American Philosophy Collection Vol. 1 |
Various |
Philosophy |
<p>This collection of articles in early 20th Century American philosophy focuses on the topics of realism, experience, and ideas, with particular attention to the pragmatic naturalism of John Dewey.<br><br>\n\nIn tracks 1-5, Dewey responds to critics of his famous article “The Postulate of Immediate Empiricism” (available in <a href="https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-034-by-various">Short Nonfiction Collection Vol.034)</a>.<br><br>\n\nTracks 6-12 constitute a series of pointed debates between Dewey and E. B. McGilvary on the topics of time, ideas, and reality.<br><br>\n\nTracks 13-16 include stand-alone articles on related topics, including Dewey’s influential critique of “The Reflex Arc Concept in Psychology.”<br><br>\n\nAuthors include: John Dewey, B. H. Bode, Frederick J. E. Woodbridge, J. A. Leighton, Evander Bradley McGilvary, John E. Boodin, and Sterling P. Lamprecht.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/american-philosophy-collection-vol-1-by-various/ |
p this collection articles early 20th century american philosophy focuses topics realism experience ideas particular attention pragmatic naturalism john dewey br br tracks 1 5 dewey responds critics famous article the postulate immediate empiricism available a href https librivox org short nonfiction collection vol 034 by various short nonfiction collection vol 034 a br br tracks 6 12 constitute series pointed debates dewey e b mcgilvary topics time ideas reality br br tracks 13 16 include stand alone articles related topics including dewey s influential critique the reflex arc concept psychology br br authors include john dewey b h bode frederick j e woodbridge j a leighton evander bradley mcgilvary john e boodin sterling p lamprecht p |
| 8363 |
8297 |
8918 |
Young Marooners on the Florida Coast |
Francis Robert Goulding |
Action & Adventure |
When Robert, Harold, Mary and Frank are cast ashore on a deserted island, they must learn to live off the land in order to survive. With dangerous wildcats, friendly bear cubs, sunken pirate treasure and more, life on the island is never dull - but will they ever see their family again?<br /><br />Although it is now over a century and a half old, this tale of children fending for themselves possesses all the elements of enduring popularity. It has the strength and vigor of simplicity; its narrative flows continuously forward; its incidents are strange and thrilling, and underneath all is a moral purpose sanely put. - Summary by MaxineMarie & SweetPea |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-marooners-on-the-florida-coast-by-francis-robert-goulding/ |
robert harold mary frank cast ashore deserted island must learn live land order survive dangerous wildcats friendly bear cubs sunken pirate treasure more life island never dull ever see family again br br although century half old tale children fending possesses elements enduring popularity strength vigor simplicity narrative flows continuously forward incidents strange thrilling underneath moral purpose sanely put summary maxinemarie sweetpea |
| 8364 |
8298 |
8919 |
Poems 1817 |
John Keats |
Poetry |
Early poems of this famous English lyric poet, in which he openly expresses indebtedness to, and reverence for, his poetic predecessors, especially Spenser, into whose chivalric world he boldly ventures; and also for Milton, and the classic poets. There are also glimpses of his personal, family and political relationships. These poems are of medium length and often pastoral and contemplative in nature with many classical references. His lyric genius and love for humanity are clearly displayed.( Peter Tucker) </p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/poems-1817-by-john-keats/ |
early poems famous english lyric poet openly expresses indebtedness to reverence for poetic predecessors especially spenser whose chivalric world boldly ventures also milton classic poets also glimpses personal family political relationships poems medium length often pastoral contemplative nature many classical references lyric genius love humanity clearly displayed peter tucker p |
| 8365 |
8299 |
8920 |
Real Latin Quarter |
Frank Berkeley Smith |
Art, Design & Architecture, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Memoirs |
"Cocher, drive to the rue Falguière"--this in my best restaurant French.<br/><br />\nThe man with the varnished hat shrugged his shoulders, and raised his eyebrows in doubt. He evidently had never heard of the rue Falguière.<br/>\n"Yes, rue Falguière, the old rue des Fourneaux," I continued.<br/>\nCabby's face broke out into a smile. "Ah, oui, oui, le Quartier Latin."<br/><br />\nAnd it was at the end of this crooked street, through a lane that led\ninto a half court flanked by a row of studio buildings, and up one pair\nof dingy waxed steps, that I found a door bearing the name of the author\nof the following pages--his visiting card impaled on a tack. He was in\nhis shirt-sleeves--the thermometer stood at 90° outside--working at his\ndesk, surrounded by half-finished sketches and manuscript.<br/><br />\nThe man himself I had met before--I had known him for years, in\nfact--but the surroundings were new to me. So too were his methods of\nwork.<br/><br />\nNowadays when a man would write of the Siege of Peking or the relief of\nsome South African town with the unpronounceable name, his habit is to\nrent a room on an up-town avenue, move in an inkstand and pad, and a\ncollection of illustrated papers and encyclopedias. This writer on the\nrue Falguière chose a different plan. He would come back year after\nyear, and study his subject and compile his impressions of the Quarter\nin the very atmosphere of the place itself; within a stone's throw of\nthe Luxembourg Gardens and the Panthéon; near the cafés and the Bullier;\nnext door, if you please, to the public laundry where his washerwoman\npays a few sous for the privilege of pounding his clothes into holes.<br/><br />\nIt all seemed very real to me, as I sat beside him and watched him at\nwork. The method delighted me. I have similar ideas myself about the\nvalue of his kind of study in out-door sketching, compared with the\nlabored work of the studio, and I have most positive opinions regarding\nthe quality which comes of it.<br/><br />\nIf then the pages which here follow have in them any of the true\ninwardness of the life they are meant to portray, it is due, I feel\nsure, as much to the attitude of the author toward his subject, as much\nto his ability to seize, retain, and express these instantaneous\nimpressions, these flash pictures caught on the spot, as to any other\nmerit which they may possess.<br/><br />\nNothing can be made really _real_ without it.<br/>\n\n F. HOPKINSON SMITH.<br/>\n\nParis, August, 1901.<br/>\n(from Introduction)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-real-latin-quarter-by-frank-berkeley-smith/ |
cocher drive rue falguière this best restaurant french br br man varnished hat shrugged shoulders raised eyebrows doubt evidently never heard rue falguière br yes rue falguière old rue des fourneaux continued br cabby s face broke smile ah oui oui le quartier latin br br end crooked street lane led half court flanked row studio buildings one pair dingy waxed steps found door bearing name author following pages his visiting card impaled tack shirt sleeves the thermometer stood 90 outside working desk surrounded half finished sketches manuscript br br man met before i known years fact but surroundings new me methods work br br nowadays man would write siege peking relief south african town unpronounceable name habit rent room up town avenue move inkstand pad collection illustrated papers encyclopedias writer rue falguière chose different plan would come back year year study subject compile impressions quarter atmosphere place itself within stone s throw luxembourg gardens panthéon near cafés bullier next door please public laundry washerwoman pays sous privilege pounding clothes holes br br seemed real me sat beside watched work method delighted me similar ideas value kind study out door sketching compared labored work studio positive opinions regarding quality comes it br br pages follow true inwardness life meant portray due feel sure much attitude author toward subject much ability seize retain express instantaneous impressions flash pictures caught spot merit may possess br br nothing made really _real_ without it br f hopkinson smith br paris august 1901 br from introduction p |
| 8366 |
8300 |
8921 |
Pointed Roofs - Pilgrimage Vol. 1 (version 2) |
Dorothy Richardson |
Travel Fiction, Literary Fiction |
"Pointed Roofs" is the first volume of "Pilgrimage," a series of thirteen autobiographical novels by Dorothy Richardson considered to have pioneered the "stream of consciousness" technique of writing. In a review of Pointed Roofs (The Egoist April 1918), May Sinclair first applied the term "stream of consciousness" in her discussion of Richardson's stylistic innovations. Richardson, however, preferred the term "interior monologue." Miriam Henderson, the central character in Pilgrimage, is based on the author's own life between 1891 and 1915. Richardson also important as a feminist writer because of the way her work assumes the validity and importance of female experiences as a subject for literature. Her wariness of the conventions of language, her bending of the normal rules of punctuation, sentence length, and so on, are used to create a feminine prose, which Richardson saw as necessary for the expression of female experience. Virginia Woolf in 1923 noted that Richardson "has invented, or, if she has not invented, developed and applied to her own uses, a sentence which we might call the psychological sentence of the feminine gender." ( Wikipedia [edited by Expatriate] </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pointed-roofs-pilgrimage-volume-1-by-dorothy-richardson/ |
pointed roofs first volume pilgrimage series thirteen autobiographical novels dorothy richardson considered pioneered stream consciousness technique writing review pointed roofs the egoist april 1918 may sinclair first applied term stream consciousness discussion richardson s stylistic innovations richardson however preferred term interior monologue miriam henderson central character pilgrimage based author s life 1891 1915 richardson also important feminist writer way work assumes validity importance female experiences subject literature wariness conventions language bending normal rules punctuation sentence length on used create feminine prose richardson saw necessary expression female experience virginia woolf 1923 noted richardson has invented or invented developed applied uses sentence might call psychological sentence feminine gender wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 8367 |
8301 |
8922 |
Furchtbare Rache |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Die Geschichte vom Leben und Tod des ukrainischen Kosaken Danilo Burulbasch und seiner Familie wird vom Autor genutzt, um ein Bild des Kosakenlebens „in alter Zeit“ zu malen. <br>\nDabei werden Heimat- und Naturverbundenheit aber auch religiöse und heidnische Mythen der am Dnjepr lebende Kosaken dargestellt. Realität und tief im Volke verwurzelte Legenden und Sagen erklären verschiedene Naturerscheinungen; Zauberer und Nixen, aus den Gräbern steigende Leichname, personifizierte Flüsse, Berge und Wolken lassen neben der eigentlichen Handlung ein mystisches Bild entstehen und sorgen dafür, dass der Spannungsbogen nicht erschlafft. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich)</p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/furchtbare-rache-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
die geschichte vom leben und tod des ukrainischen kosaken danilo burulbasch und seiner familie wird vom autor genutzt um ein bild des kosakenlebens in alter zeit zu malen br dabei werden heimat und naturverbundenheit aber auch religiöse und heidnische mythen der dnjepr lebende kosaken dargestellt realität und tief im volke verwurzelte legenden und sagen erklären verschiedene naturerscheinungen zauberer und nixen aus den gräbern steigende leichname personifizierte flüsse berge und wolken lassen neben der eigentlichen handlung ein mystisches bild entstehen und sorgen dafür dass der spannungsbogen nicht erschlafft zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
| 8368 |
8315 |
8936 |
Where the Pelican Builds |
Mary Hannay Foott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Mary Hannay Foott was an Australian poet and editor who is best remembered for the poem Where the pelican builds.</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/where-the-pelican-builds-by-mary-hannay-foott/ |
mary hannay foott australian poet editor best remembered poem pelican builds p |
| 8369 |
8316 |
8937 |
Life and Adventures of Frank and Jesse James |
Joseph. A. Dacus |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Biographies of Frank and Jesse James, detailed accounts of all their significant escapades, and the final outcomes. - Summary by PJ Landau</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-adventures-of-frank-and-jesse-james-by-joseph-a-dacus/ |
biographies frank jesse james detailed accounts significant escapades final outcomes summary pj landau p |
| 8370 |
8302 |
8923 |
Highacres (Dramatic Reading) |
Jane D. Abbott |
Dramatic Readings, School |
The story of a young mountain girl and her first year of city living and going to a high school. She knows nothing of town life, but she had dreams and longs to learn more and discover what the world is like outside of her mountain home. Go with her to the Westley's home, where she finds everyone kind, except the Wesley's oldest daughter, Isobel, who is proud and snubs her. With determination, and courage she enjoys her first year, and longs to continue at Highacres. Summary by Trotsa <br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8393">Dave Harrell</a><br>John Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3912">Bob Neufeld</a><br>Jerry Travis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>Mrs. Travis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br>Mrs. Penelope Allen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Isobel Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>Gyp Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Graham Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Tibby Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>Mrs. Westley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">Fiddlesticks</a><br>Dana King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Uncle Peter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9105">James Koss</a><br>Ginny Cox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Peggy Lee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4742">Little Tee</a><br>Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Barbara Lee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9155">Natalie Paula</a><br>Pat Everett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Aunt Maria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a><br>Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>Miss Gray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>Dr Canton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9105">James Koss</a><br>Doctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>Amy Mathers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>George: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>Mr. Stratman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8922">Jordan Heron</a><br><br>Edited by: <a href='https://librivox.org/reader/9092'>Teresa Bauman</a>, <a href='https://librivox.org/reader/8447'>Anastasiia Solokha</a>, <a href='https://librivox.org/reader/8072'>Kimberly Krause</a>, <a href='https://librivox.org/reader/8393'>Dave Harrell</a><br><br> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/highacres-by-jane-d-abbott/ |
story young mountain girl first year city living going high school knows nothing town life dreams longs learn discover world like outside mountain home go westley s home finds everyone kind except wesley s oldest daughter isobel proud snubs her determination courage enjoys first year longs continue highacres summary trotsa br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a br john westley a href https librivox org reader 3912 bob neufeld a br jerry travis a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br mrs travis a href https librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br mrs penelope allen a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br isobel westley a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br gyp westley a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br graham westley a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br tibby westley a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br mrs westley a href https librivox org reader 7730 fiddlesticks a br dana king a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br uncle peter a href https librivox org reader 9105 james koss a br ginny cox a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br peggy lee a href https librivox org reader 4742 little tee a br girl a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br barbara lee a href https librivox org reader 9155 natalie paula a br pat everett a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br aunt maria a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a br man a href https librivox org reader 9606 john n daily a br boy a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br miss gray a href https librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br dr canton a href https librivox org reader 9105 james koss a br doctor a href https librivox org reader 9606 john n daily a br amy mathers a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br george a href https librivox org reader 9606 john n daily a br mr stratman a href https librivox org reader 8922 jordan heron a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a a href https librivox org reader 8393 dave harrell a br br |
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8303 |
8924 |
Eclogae (Eclogues) |
Dante Alighieri |
Epistolary Fiction, Single author |
Dante's short correspondence in verse with Giovanni del Vergilio was only published in 1719, but is believed to have been written at some point in the last years of the poet's life. What we have are two poems by Dante and the answers by Iohannes (Giovanni's Latin name), all in Latin hexameters, emulating the style of Vergil. Even though the works were named after Vergil's bucolic poetry, the poems also echo the Georgics and the Aeneid, and are truly a masterpiece by a master of poetry. In this audiobook, we present the four poems in the original Latin, each followed by its translation by H.E. Plumptre. - Summary by Leni</p> |
Multilingual |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/eclogae-eclogues-by-dante-alighieri/ |
dante s short correspondence verse giovanni del vergilio published 1719 believed written point last years poet s life two poems dante answers iohannes giovanni s latin name latin hexameters emulating style vergil even though works named vergil s bucolic poetry poems also echo georgics aeneid truly masterpiece master poetry audiobook present four poems original latin followed translation h e plumptre summary leni p |
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8304 |
8925 |
Eight Pillars of Prosperity |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction |
It is popularly supposed that a greater prosperity for individuals or nations can only come through a political and social reconstruction. This cannot be true apart from the practice of the moral virtues in the individuals that comprise a nation. Better laws and social conditions will always follow a higher realization of morality among the individuals of a community, but no legal enactment can give prosperity to, nay it cannot prevent the ruin of, a man or a nation that has become lax and decadent in the pursuit and practice of virtue.</p>\n\nThe moral virtues are the foundation and support of prosperity as they are the soul of greatness. They endure for ever, and all the works of man which endure are built upon them. Without them there is neither strength, stability, nor substantial reality, but only ephemeral dreams. To find moral principles is to have found prosperity, greatness, truth, and is therefore to be strong, valiant, joyful and free. - Summary by James Allen</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/eight-pillars-of-prosperity-by-james-allen/ |
popularly supposed greater prosperity individuals nations come political social reconstruction cannot true apart practice moral virtues individuals comprise nation better laws social conditions always follow higher realization morality among individuals community legal enactment give prosperity to nay cannot prevent ruin of man nation become lax decadent pursuit practice virtue p moral virtues foundation support prosperity soul greatness endure ever works man endure built upon them without neither strength stability substantial reality ephemeral dreams find moral principles found prosperity greatness truth therefore strong valiant joyful free summary james allen p |
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8305 |
8926 |
Rinkitink in Oz (version 3) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Prince Inga of Pingaree and King Rinkitink and their companions have adventures that lead to the land of the Nomes and, eventually, Oz. In this story you meet the surly talking goat BilBil and some evil people who conquer the peaceful island of Pingaree. Since his parents, the king and queen of Pingaree are taken away as slaves along with every other citizen of the kingdom, Prince Inga must somehow find them, defeat the enemy and bring them home. King Rinkitink, a roly-poly and jolly monarch who hates ruling, has run away from his people along with his talking goat and goes along with Inga to have more adventures. </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/rinkitink-in-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
prince inga pingaree king rinkitink companions adventures lead land nomes and eventually oz story meet surly talking goat bilbil evil people conquer peaceful island pingaree since parents king queen pingaree taken away slaves along every citizen kingdom prince inga must somehow find them defeat enemy bring home king rinkitink roly poly jolly monarch hates ruling run away people along talking goat goes along inga adventures p |
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8306 |
8927 |
Psychology of Alcoholism |
George Barton Cutten |
Psychology |
After presenting an overview of alcoholism and its affect on society, Dr. Cutten dives into the effects of chronic alcoholism on physiology, the nervous system, memory, intellect, will, emotions, senses that affect the individual's morals and sanity. Lastly he presents two cures known at that time, Religious conversion and hypnotism. Summary by Curt Walton</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-psychology-of-alcoholism-by-george-barton-cutten/ |
presenting overview alcoholism affect society dr cutten dives effects chronic alcoholism physiology nervous system memory intellect will emotions senses affect individual s morals sanity lastly presents two cures known time religious conversion hypnotism summary curt walton p |
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8317 |
8938 |
Diary of Samuel Pepys 1660 |
Samuel Pepys |
Memoirs |
Samuel Pepys was the first Secretary to the Admiralty during the reign of Charles II, instrumental in developing the Royal Navy and witness to some of the most significant events of the Restoration period, including the Great Fire of London. His famous diary, which covers a period of some ten years, throws a frank and intimate light on a fascinating period, through the lens of a vigorous, intelligent and refreshingly candid and extrovert personality. This volume covers the first year of the diary. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-samuel-pepys-1660-by-samuel-pepys/ |
samuel pepys first secretary admiralty reign charles ii instrumental developing royal navy witness significant events restoration period including great fire london famous diary covers period ten years throws frank intimate light fascinating period lens vigorous intelligent refreshingly candid extrovert personality volume covers first year diary summary nicole lee p |
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8318 |
8939 |
Heroines Every Child Should Know |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
General |
The companion volume to Heroes Every Child Should Know, this volume looks at 13 famous and heroic women from history. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/heroines-every-child-should-know-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
companion volume heroes every child know volume looks 13 famous heroic women history summary lynne thompson p |
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8307 |
8928 |
Betrothed (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Alessandro Manzoni |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Published 1800 -1900 |
One of the most famous Italian books in history, The Betrothed was written by Alessandro Manzoni in 1827. The two main characters, Renzo and Lucy, are engaged to be married when Lucy tragically disappears. Little does Renzo know that Lucy has been kidnapped by a criminal, The Unnamed, feared by all the people of Northern Italy, where the story is set. Despite the threat of death and the fear of never laying eyes on one another again, Renzo and Lucy maintain a deep love for each other throughout the book that displays the true sacrifice and commitment of marriage. The book was recommended by Pope Francis to engaged couples in 2015 as preparation for marriage. - Summary by Woolly Bee\n\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br />\nDon Abbondio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo </a><br />\nPerpetua: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nLucy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nRenzo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nAgnes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10934">rosalinger </a><br />\nDon Roderick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala </a><br />\nFather Christopher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo </a><br />\nCount Attilio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo </a><br />\nTony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nGriso: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br />\nBortolo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br />\nGiuseppe Ripamonti: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br />\nThe Unknown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br />\nCross-Bearer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />\nCardinal Federigo Borromeo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nBravo 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9725">Johnny Alexander</a><br />\nBravo 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG </a><br />\nVoice 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nVoice 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia </a><br />\nVoice 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG </a><br />\nAngry Mob member 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nAngry Mob member 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />\nAngry Mob member 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG </a><br />\nAngry Mob member 4: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />\nAngry Mob member 5: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br />\nAngry Mob member 6: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia </a><br />\nGiuseppe Ripamonti: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nOld Woman 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br /><br>\n\nVarious other roles read by:\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8436">Joseph James</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9286">Bella Buss</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11665">Melanie T</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10934">rosalinger</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8582">BeniaminoMassimo</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8923">Sarah Terry</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br><br>\n\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br /><br />\n\n<b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4511">Jeanie</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9138">nancymcdaniel87</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8012">Woolly Bee</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br /><br>\n\n<b>Co-BC for this project and Cast list compiled by</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny </a><br /><br> |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/the-betrothed-version-2-dramatic-reading-by-alessandro-manzoni/ |
one famous italian books history betrothed written alessandro manzoni 1827 two main characters renzo lucy engaged married lucy tragically disappears little renzo know lucy kidnapped criminal unnamed feared people northern italy story set despite threat death fear never laying eyes one another again renzo lucy maintain deep love throughout book displays true sacrifice commitment marriage book recommended pope francis engaged couples 2015 preparation marriage summary woolly bee br br b cast list b br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br abbondio a href https librivox org reader 8630 eduardo a br perpetua a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lucy a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br renzo a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br agnes a href https librivox org reader 10934 rosalinger a br roderick a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br father christopher a href https librivox org reader 8630 eduardo a br count attilio a href https librivox org reader 8582 beniaminomassimo a br tony a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br griso a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br bortolo a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br giuseppe ripamonti a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br unknown a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br cross bearer a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br cardinal federigo borromeo a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br tailor a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br bravo 1 a href https librivox org reader 9725 johnny alexander a br bravo 2 a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br voice 1 a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br voice 2 a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br voice 3 a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br angry mob member 1 a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br angry mob member 2 a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br angry mob member 3 a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br angry mob member 4 a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br angry mob member 5 a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br angry mob member 6 a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br giuseppe ripamonti a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br old woman 2 a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br br various roles read by a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a a href https librivox org reader 8436 joseph james a a href https librivox org reader 9286 bella buss a a href https librivox org reader 7925 etel buss a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 8630 eduardo a a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a a href https librivox org reader 11665 melanie t a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 10934 rosalinger a a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a a href https librivox org reader 8582 beniaminomassimo a a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a a href https librivox org reader 11706 recordingperson a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 9759 kim a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br br b proof listeners b a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a a href https librivox org reader 4511 jeanie a a href https librivox org reader 9138 nancymcdaniel87 a a href https librivox org reader 8630 eduardo a a href https librivox org reader 8012 woolly bee a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a a href https librivox org reader 9759 kim a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br br b co bc project cast list compiled by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br |
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8308 |
8929 |
Castle Richmond |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Set against the background of the Irish famine in the 1840’s, the novel tells of the tangled relationships between Clara Desmond, Herbert Fitzgerald and his cousin Owen Fitzgerald. Clara – whose previously ‘great’ family is almost bankrupt – is initially attracted to Owen, but whose dissolute lifestyle is a handicap. The matter is further complicated by the fact that Lady Desmond, Clara’s mother, is in love with Owen.</p>\n\nMeanwhile, Herbert supplants Owen in Clara’s affections. Herbert is heir to Castle Richmond and the name and property but this position is threatened for much of the book because of the possible illegitimacy of his parents’ marriage. - Summary by Simon Evers <p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/castle-richmond-by-anthony-trollope/ |
p set background irish famine 1840 s novel tells tangled relationships clara desmond herbert fitzgerald cousin owen fitzgerald clara whose previously great family almost bankrupt initially attracted owen whose dissolute lifestyle handicap matter complicated fact lady desmond clara s mother love owen p meanwhile herbert supplants owen clara s affections herbert heir castle richmond name property position threatened much book possible illegitimacy parents marriage summary simon evers p |
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8309 |
8930 |
Trial of Susan B. Anthony |
Anonymous |
Modern (19th C) |
In 1872, after the ratification of the 14th Amendment to the US Constitution, the women’s suffrage movement in the United States adopted a new strategy. Arguing that the right to vote was one of the “privileges and immunities” guaranteed to every citizen by that amendment, the women were inspired to put this interpretation to the test in practice by attempting to register and vote in the November election. In Rochester, NY, fourteen women, including Susan B. Anthony, were successful. Within days after having cast their votes, however, they were arrested, as were the three election inspectors who had received their votes. Suspecting that a Rochester jury might be sympathetic to Miss Anthony, the prosecution requested a change of venue to the nearby city of Canandaigua, where trials were held in June 1873. Intense public interest in the proceedings led the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle to publish this pamphlet in 1874. Here is the transcript of Miss Anthony’s trial, including (in section 9) her justly famous remarks at her sentencing. Here also is the transcript of the election inspectors’ trial, as well as addresses given by Susan B. Anthony and Matilda Joslyn Gage, and an analysis by John Hooker critical of the trial’s irregularities.</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/trial-of-susan-b-anthony-by-anonymous/ |
1872 ratification 14th amendment us constitution women s suffrage movement united states adopted new strategy arguing right vote one privileges immunities guaranteed every citizen amendment women inspired put interpretation test practice attempting register vote november election rochester ny fourteen women including susan b anthony successful within days cast votes however arrested three election inspectors received votes suspecting rochester jury might sympathetic miss anthony prosecution requested change venue nearby city canandaigua trials held june 1873 intense public interest proceedings led rochester democrat chronicle publish pamphlet 1874 transcript miss anthony s trial including in section 9 justly famous remarks sentencing also transcript election inspectors trial well addresses given susan b anthony matilda joslyn gage analysis john hooker critical trial s irregularities p |
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8310 |
8931 |
Stories in Black and White |
Various |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short mystery stories, written in very different styles by eight different authors. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/stories-in-black-and-white-by-various/ |
collection short mystery stories written different styles eight different authors summary carolin p |
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8311 |
8932 |
Astounding Stories 10, October 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
Issue no. 10 of the magazine brings you:-<br>\n Stolen Brains by Captain S.P. Meek<br>The Invisible Death by Victor Rousseau <br> Prisoners on the Electron by Robert H. Leitfred<br> Part 2 of Jetta of the Lowlands by Ray Cummings <br> An Extra Man by Jackson Gee along with the Readers' Corner and interesting scientific facts (Summary by Annise)</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-10-october-1930-by-ray-cummings/ |
issue no 10 magazine brings you br stolen brains captain s p meek br the invisible death victor rousseau br prisoners electron robert h leitfred br part 2 jetta lowlands ray cummings br extra man jackson gee along readers corner interesting scientific facts summary annise p |
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8312 |
8933 |
Yollop |
George Barr McCutcheon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Mr. Crittenden Yollop makes friends with the man who came to burglarize his home and sets out to help him return to where he really wants to be...prison. This humorous satire takes a somewhat different look at prisons, criminals, the law and reformers. - Summary by Barry Eads</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/yollop-by-george-barr-mccutcheon/ |
mr crittenden yollop makes friends man came burglarize home sets help return really wants be prison humorous satire takes somewhat different look prisons criminals law reformers summary barry eads p |
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8313 |
8934 |
Fifty Spiritual Homilies of St Macarius the Egyptian |
Macarius |
Christianity - Other |
Macarius the Great of Egypt (c. 300 – 391) was one of the Desert Fathers of early Christian history. A wealth of wisdom and joy can be found in these homilies. (Summary by the Reader.)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-spiritual-homiles-of-st-macarius-the-egyptian-by-macarius/ |
macarius great egypt c 300 391 one desert fathers early christian history wealth wisdom joy found homilies summary reader p |
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8314 |
8935 |
Apology |
Anne Kingsmill Finch |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea, was an English poet, the third child of Sir William Kingsmill of Sydmonton Court and his wife, Anne Haslewood. She was well-educated as her family believed in good education for girls as well as for boys.\nIn her works Finch drew upon her own observations and experiences, demonstrating an insightful awareness of the social mores and political climate of her era. But she also artfully recorded her private thoughts, which could be joyful or despairing, playful or despondent. The poems also revealed her highly developed spiritual side. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-apology-by-anne-kingsmill-finch/ |
anne finch countess winchilsea english poet third child sir william kingsmill sydmonton court wife anne haslewood well educated family believed good education girls well boys works finch drew upon observations experiences demonstrating insightful awareness social mores political climate era also artfully recorded private thoughts could joyful despairing playful despondent poems also revealed highly developed spiritual side summary wikipedia p |
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8321 |
8942 |
Baseball Joe on the School Nine |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Sports Fiction |
<br />\n"Baseball Joe" Matson's great ambition is to go to boarding school and play on the school team, in this second volume of the Baseball Joe series. Joe is a wide-awake country boy who enjoys playing baseball. We follow his career in the series, and his adventures, as he and hometown chum Tom Davis enroll in Excelsior Hall and join the school nine, are recounted here. When not on the diamond, Joe is saving lives and assisting his father against foes who are once again trying to steal Mr. Matson's machinery patents.\n<br /><br />\nLester Chadwick is one of dozens of house pseudonyms created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate in the early to mid 1900's, to "author" children's series. Contract writers (whose identities were to remain unknown under tight secrecy) were hired to write the books in the series under the various names, usually multiple writers contributing volumes to a particular series. Howard R. Garis (1873-1962) is thought to have ghost-written most, if not all, of the 14-volume Baseball Joe series. - Summary by Donald Cummings<p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/baseball-joe-on-the-school-nine-by-howard-r-garis/ |
br baseball joe matson s great ambition go boarding school play school team second volume baseball joe series joe wide awake country boy enjoys playing baseball follow career series adventures hometown chum tom davis enroll excelsior hall join school nine recounted here diamond joe saving lives assisting father foes trying steal mr matson s machinery patents br br lester chadwick one dozens house pseudonyms created stratemeyer syndicate early mid 1900 s author children s series contract writers whose identities remain unknown tight secrecy hired write books series various names usually multiple writers contributing volumes particular series howard r garis 1873 1962 thought ghost written most all 14 volume baseball joe series summary donald cummings p |
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8322 |
8943 |
Poetry of St Teresa of Avila |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Single author |
The poetry of St Teresa of Avila, recorded in honor of the 500th anniversary of the Saint's birth (March 28, 2015). </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-poetry-of-st-teresa-of-avila-by-saint-teresa-of-avila/ |
poetry st teresa avila recorded honor 500th anniversary saint s birth march 28 2015 p |
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8323 |
8944 |
Divine Comedy (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Dante Alighieri |
Dramatic Readings, Narratives |
The Divine Comedy (in Italian, Divina Commedia, or just La commedia or Comedia) is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri in the first decades of the 14th Century, during his exile from his native Florence. Considered the most important work of Italian literature, the poem has also has enormous historical influence on western literature and culture more generally. Dante represents the three realms of the afterlife in his three canticles (Inferno--Hell; Purgatorio--Purgatory; Paradiso--Paradise) in a way that reflects and, at the same time, goes beyond Christian tradition of the 14th Century. Dante is sometimes called "The father of the Italian language" for the linguistic influence of the Comedy, which helped to elevate his native Florentine Tuscan dialect to the level of national standard. The poem is written in the first person, and tells of Dante's journey through the three realms of the dead, lasting from the night before Good Friday to the Wednesday after Easter in the spring of 1300. The Roman poet Virgil guides him through Hell and Purgatory; Beatrice, Dante's ideal woman, guides him through Heaven. (Summary by Mary J)<br>\n\n\nMC: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2961 ">Leni</a><br>\nBC:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8842"> Mary J </a><br>\nDPL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nHeavenly Messenger, Pier della Vigna, Malacoda, Sordello, Sapia, Angel of Temperance, Leah, Nymph 2, Piccarda: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8923 "> Sarah Terry </a><br>\nPier da Medicina: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9446 "> Adele de Pignerolles </a><br>\nHomer, Minotaur, Jacopo Rusticucci, Pope Nicholas, Master Adam, Cato, Manfred, King Solomon, Adam: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/71710 "> alanmapstone </a><br>\nTree, Tree 2, A Soul in the Sphere of Mercury: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4744 "> Amy Gramour </a><br>\nPeter Damian: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2911 "> David Lawrence </a><br>\nSinner 1, Megaera, Soul 2, Widow, Wife of Pisistratus, Siren, Lustful Soul 1, Nymph 7: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nMohammed, Corrado Malaspina: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8582 "> BeniaminoMassimo </a><br>\nMinos: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9831 "> Bryan Rupert </a><br>\nAglauros, Pisistratus, Abbot of St Zeno: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9515 ">DomBombadil </a><br>\nUlysses:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9832"> David N Winkler </a><br>\nCount Ugolino, Soul 3, St James: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nPlutus, Calvalcante dei Calvalcanti, Giacomo da SantAndrea, Alessio Interminei of Lucca, Vanni Fucci, Guido da Montefeltro, Sinon, Nimrod, Buonconte Da Montefeltro, Guard, Oderisi, Envious Soul 3, Marco, A Pope, Forese Donati, Guido Guinizelli, Griffon, Justinian, Thomas Aquinas, St Peter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2854 "> Andrew Coleman </a><br>\nCacus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9597 "> GaylorSwift </a><br>\nCiacco, Sinner 3, Lano, Tegghiaio Aldobrandi, Malebranche 2, Fra Catalan, Puccio Sciancato, Boniface VIII, Capocchio, Frate Alberigo, Belacqua, Judge Nino, Envious Soul 4, Guido del Duca, Nymph 3, Charles Martel, Bonaventure, St Bernard: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9318 "> Zach K </a><br>\nBertran de Born, Angry Mob: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9725 "> Johnny Alexander </a><br>\nNarrator, Beatrice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8842"> Mary J </a><br>\nCharon, Filippo Argenti, Chiron, Guido Guerra, Venedico Caccianimico, Swindler:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9179 "> inflected </a><br>\nProud Soul 2, Nymph 4: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9508 "> Jessie Yun </a><br>\nFrancesca da Rimini: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6544 "> Amanda Friday </a><br>\nAngry Mob 1, Angel of Peace, Singing Elder, Nymph 5: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9228"> K Cotter </a><br>\nWrathful Soul, Tisiphone, Farinata, Nessus, Capaneus, Malebranche 1, Fra Loderingo, Snakeman, Black Cherub, Mosca, Camiscione dei Pazzi, Casella, Pia, Angel, Proud Soul 3, Envious Soul 2, Thunderous Voice, Angry Mob 4, Lavinia, Slothful Soul 1, Angel of Zeal, Hugh Capet, Bonagiunta, Lustful Soul 3, Soul in Eden 1, Many Souls Voice 3, Nymph 1, Folco, St Benedict, St John: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nOmberto, Rinieri dal Calboli, Avaricious/Prodigal Penitent, Statius, Many Souls Voice 4: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2961 "> Leni </a><br>\nVirgil: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1724 "> Anna Simon </a><br>\nPhlegyas: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9596 "> LibriNinja </a><br>\nLucia, Malebranche 4, Penitent Soul, Jacopo del Cassero, Lucia, Angel of Humility, Other Souls 2, Many Souls Voice 5, Nymph 6: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nBrunetto Latini: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3595 "> Martin Geeson </a><br>\nBocca degli Abati: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9775"> Alex Lane </a><br>\nExcommunicated Repentant Soul: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9721 "> Nan Mig </a><br>\nAlecto, Trajan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8565"> Patrick Eaton </a><br>\nCacciaguida: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/1789 "> Vin Reilly </a><br>\nGriffolino, Slothful Soul 4: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8164 ">Rob Board </a><br>\nSinner 2, A Florentine Bush, Malebranche 5, Traitor 2, Angry Mob 2, Slothful Soul 3, Lustful Soul 2, Soul in Eden 2, Many Souls Voice 2: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9331 "> Rosslyn Carlyle </a><br>\nAvaricious, Prodigal Penitent 2: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2607 ">Ruth Golding</a><br>\nSinging Souls, Angel of Purity, Matelda, Singing Angels: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9123 "> Shakira Searle </a><br>\nAvaricious Soul, Agnello, Angry Mob, Cunizza: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9726 "> Holly Alexander </a><br>\nVirgin Mary, Prodigal Soul, Demon, Usurer, Traitor 1, Late Repentant Soul, Proud Soul 1, Envious Soul 1, Angel of Generosity, Holy Lady, Other Souls 1, Voice, Many Souls Voice 1, Eagle: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nDante: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nMalebranche 3, Buoso, Angry Mob, Slothful Soul 2: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9724 "> Vincent Alexander </a><br>\nDaniel Arnaut: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9776 "> Vespero </a><br> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-divine-comedy-version-2-dramatic-reading-by-dante-alighieri/ |
divine comedy in italian divina commedia la commedia comedia epic poem written dante alighieri first decades 14th century exile native florence considered important work italian literature poem also enormous historical influence western literature culture generally dante represents three realms afterlife three canticles inferno hell purgatorio purgatory paradiso paradise way reflects and time goes beyond christian tradition 14th century dante sometimes called the father italian language linguistic influence comedy helped elevate native florentine tuscan dialect level national standard poem written first person tells dante s journey three realms dead lasting night good friday wednesday easter spring 1300 roman poet virgil guides hell purgatory beatrice dante s ideal woman guides heaven summary mary j br mc a href https librivox org reader 2961 leni a br bc a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br dpl editor a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br br strong cast strong br heavenly messenger pier della vigna malacoda sordello sapia angel temperance leah nymph 2 piccarda a href https librivox org reader 8923 sarah terry a br pier da medicina a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br homer minotaur jacopo rusticucci pope nicholas master adam cato manfred king solomon adam a href https librivox org reader 71710 alanmapstone a br tree tree 2 soul sphere mercury a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br peter damian a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br sinner 1 megaera soul 2 widow wife pisistratus siren lustful soul 1 nymph 7 a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mohammed corrado malaspina a href https librivox org reader 8582 beniaminomassimo a br minos a href https librivox org reader 9831 bryan rupert a br aglauros pisistratus abbot st zeno a href https librivox org reader 9515 dombombadil a br ulysses a href https librivox org reader 9832 david n winkler a br count ugolino soul 3 st james a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br plutus calvalcante dei calvalcanti giacomo da santandrea alessio interminei lucca vanni fucci guido da montefeltro sinon nimrod buonconte da montefeltro guard oderisi envious soul 3 marco pope forese donati guido guinizelli griffon justinian thomas aquinas st peter a href https librivox org reader 2854 andrew coleman a br cacus a href https librivox org reader 9597 gaylorswift a br ciacco sinner 3 lano tegghiaio aldobrandi malebranche 2 fra catalan puccio sciancato boniface viii capocchio frate alberigo belacqua judge nino envious soul 4 guido del duca nymph 3 charles martel bonaventure st bernard a href https librivox org reader 9318 zach k a br bertran de born angry mob a href https librivox org reader 9725 johnny alexander a br narrator beatrice a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br charon filippo argenti chiron guido guerra venedico caccianimico swindler a href https librivox org reader 9179 inflected a br proud soul 2 nymph 4 a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br francesca da rimini a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br angry mob 1 angel peace singing elder nymph 5 a href https librivox org reader 9228 k cotter a br wrathful soul tisiphone farinata nessus capaneus malebranche 1 fra loderingo snakeman black cherub mosca camiscione dei pazzi casella pia angel proud soul 3 envious soul 2 thunderous voice angry mob 4 lavinia slothful soul 1 angel zeal hugh capet bonagiunta lustful soul 3 soul eden 1 many souls voice 3 nymph 1 folco st benedict st john a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br omberto rinieri dal calboli avaricious prodigal penitent statius many souls voice 4 a href https librivox org reader 2961 leni a br virgil a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br phlegyas a href https librivox org reader 9596 librininja a br lucia malebranche 4 penitent soul jacopo del cassero lucia angel humility souls 2 many souls voice 5 nymph 6 a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br brunetto latini a href https librivox org reader 3595 martin geeson a br bocca degli abati a href https librivox org reader 9775 alex lane a br excommunicated repentant soul a href https librivox org reader 9721 nan mig a br alecto trajan a href https librivox org reader 8565 patrick eaton a br cacciaguida a href https librivox org reader 1789 vin reilly a br griffolino slothful soul 4 a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br sinner 2 florentine bush malebranche 5 traitor 2 angry mob 2 slothful soul 3 lustful soul 2 soul eden 2 many souls voice 2 a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyn carlyle a br avaricious prodigal penitent 2 a href https librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br singing souls angel purity matelda singing angels a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br avaricious soul agnello angry mob cunizza a href https librivox org reader 9726 holly alexander a br virgin mary prodigal soul demon usurer traitor 1 late repentant soul proud soul 1 envious soul 1 angel generosity holy lady souls 1 voice many souls voice 1 eagle a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br dante a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br malebranche 3 buoso angry mob slothful soul 2 a href https librivox org reader 9724 vincent alexander a br daniel arnaut a href https librivox org reader 9776 vespero a br |
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8324 |
8945 |
Girl Next Door |
Augusta Huiell Seaman |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<p>Marcia Brett has noticed unusual activity at the ramshackle and seemingly abandoned mansion next door: a mysterious, veiled lady is seen coming and going out the front door, a different woman is glimpsed through a shuttered window, and most mysterious of all, a pretty, blond girl is seen briefly looking forlornly out an upper window! Along with her best friend, Janet McNeil, the two girls are determined to learn the secrets of the old house and befriend the young girl, but once they do, the secrets only increase. The girl has no idea why she is at this house or even who the women she is living with are! Has she been kidnapped? Are they relatives? No one seems to know. - Summary by Jennifer Dallman</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-next-door-by-augusta-huiell-seaman/ |
p marcia brett noticed unusual activity ramshackle seemingly abandoned mansion next door mysterious veiled lady seen coming going front door different woman glimpsed shuttered window mysterious all pretty blond girl seen briefly looking forlornly upper window along best friend janet mcneil two girls determined learn secrets old house befriend young girl do secrets increase girl idea house even women living are kidnapped relatives one seems know summary jennifer dallman p |
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8325 |
8946 |
Ausgewählte Märchen der Brüder Grimm |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Fantasy Fiction |
Eine Auswahl der schönsten Märchen der Brüder Grimm.</p> |
German |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-der-brueder-grimm-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
eine auswahl der schönsten märchen der brüder grimm p |
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8326 |
8947 |
Mikado, Or The Town Of Titipu |
W. S. Gilbert |
Published 1800 -1900, Satire |
\nIn this recording, one person reads the entire play, all parts, including the stage directions. Even without the support of Arthur Sullivan’s music and the interpretation of actors, the consummate silliness of Gilbert’s libretto entertains. The Mikado; or, The Town of Titipu is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert, their ninth of fourteen operatic collaborations. It opened on 14 March 1885, in London, where it ran at the Savoy Theatre for 672 performances, which was the second longest run for any work of musical theatre and one of the longest runs of any theatre piece up to that time. Before the end of 1885, it was estimated that, in Europe and America, at least 150 companies were producing the opera. The Mikado remains the most frequently performed Savoy Opera, and it is especially popular with amateur and school productions. The work has been translated into numerous languages and is one of the most frequently played musical theatre pieces in history. Setting the opera in Japan, an exotic locale far away from Britain, allowed Gilbert to satirise British politics and institutions more freely by disguising them as Japanese - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-mikado-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
recording one person reads entire play parts including stage directions even without support arthur sullivan s music interpretation actors consummate silliness gilbert s libretto entertains mikado or town titipu comic opera two acts music arthur sullivan libretto w s gilbert ninth fourteen operatic collaborations opened 14 march 1885 london ran savoy theatre 672 performances second longest run work musical theatre one longest runs theatre piece time end 1885 estimated that europe america least 150 companies producing opera mikado remains frequently performed savoy opera especially popular amateur school productions work translated numerous languages one frequently played musical theatre pieces history setting opera japan exotic locale far away britain allowed gilbert satirise british politics institutions freely disguising japanese summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8327 |
8948 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 025 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-025-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
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8328 |
8949 |
Autobiography of Goethe Volume 2 |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Biography & Autobiography |
A literary celebrity by the age of 25, Goethe was ennobled by the Duke of Saxe-Weimar, Carl August in 1782 after first taking up residence there in November 1775 following the success of his first novel, The Sorrows of Young Werther. He was an early participant in the Sturm und Drang literary movement. During his first ten years in Weimar, Goethe served as a member of the Duke's privy council, sat on the war and highway commissions, oversaw the reopening of silver mines in nearby Ilmenau, and implemented a series of administrative reforms at the University of Jena.<br><br>Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) wrote his autobiography between the years 1811 and 1833. It covered the years from his youth until he was going to leave Weimar after the completion of his first book, The Sorrows of Young Werther. The Librivox recording of <a href="https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-goethe-volume-1-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/">Volume 1</a> includes books one through ten. This second volume includes books ten through thirteen. Johann Goethe was an interesting individual. <br /><br />Here is a sample of Goethe's observations.<br /><br /><i>We (Goethe and Herder) had not lived together long in this manner when he confided to me that he meant to be competitor for the prize which was offered at Berlin, for the best treatise on the origin of language. His work was already nearly completed, and, as he wrote a very neat hand, he could soon communicate to me, in parts, a legible manuscript. I had never reflected on such subjects, for I was yet too deeply involved in the midst of things to have thought about their beginning and end. The question, too, seemed to me in some measure and idle one; for if God had created man as man, language was just as innate in him as walking erect; he must have just as well perceived that he could sing with his throat, and modify the tones in various ways with tongue, palate, and lips, as he must have remarked that he could walk and take hold of things. If man was of divine origin, so was also language itself: and if man, considered in the circle of nature was a natural being, language was likewise natural. These two things, like soul and body, I could never separate.<br /><br />Silberschlag, with a realism crude yet somewhat fantastically devised, had declared himself for the divine origin, that is, that God had played the schoolmaster to the first men. Herder’s treatise went to show that man as man could and must have attained to language by his own powers. I read the treatise with much pleasure, and it was of special aid in strengthening my mind; only I did not stand high enough either in knowledge or thought to form a solid judgment upon it. But one was received just like the other; there was scolding and blaming, whether one agreed with him conditionally or unconditionally. The fat surgeon (Lobstein) had less patience than I; he humorously declined the communication of this prize-essay, and affirmed that he was not prepared to meditate on such abstract topics. He urged us in preference to a game of ombre, which we commonly played together in the evening. </i>P. 349-350 <br />(Wikipedia and Craig Campbell)<br /> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-goethe-volume-2-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
literary celebrity age 25 goethe ennobled duke saxe weimar carl august 1782 first taking residence november 1775 following success first novel sorrows young werther early participant sturm und drang literary movement first ten years weimar goethe served member duke s privy council sat war highway commissions oversaw reopening silver mines nearby ilmenau implemented series administrative reforms university jena br br johann wolfgang von goethe 1749 1832 wrote autobiography years 1811 1833 covered years youth going leave weimar completion first book sorrows young werther librivox recording a href https librivox org the autobiography of goethe volume 1 by johann wolfgang von goethe volume 1 a includes books one ten second volume includes books ten thirteen johann goethe interesting individual br br here sample goethe s observations br br i we goethe herder lived together long manner confided meant competitor prize offered berlin best treatise origin language work already nearly completed and wrote neat hand could soon communicate me parts legible manuscript never reflected subjects yet deeply involved midst things thought beginning end question too seemed measure idle one god created man man language innate walking erect must well perceived could sing throat modify tones various ways tongue palate lips must remarked could walk take hold things man divine origin also language itself man considered circle nature natural being language likewise natural two things like soul body could never separate br br silberschlag realism crude yet somewhat fantastically devised declared divine origin is god played schoolmaster first men herder s treatise went show man man could must attained language powers read treatise much pleasure special aid strengthening mind stand high enough either knowledge thought form solid judgment upon it one received like other scolding blaming whether one agreed conditionally unconditionally fat surgeon lobstein less patience i humorously declined communication prize essay affirmed prepared meditate abstract topics urged us preference game ombre commonly played together evening i p 349 350 br wikipedia craig campbell br |
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8329 |
8950 |
Red Maples |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Each week a poem is chosen to be recorded by as many LibriVox volunteers as possible!\nThank you to RuthieG for the suggestion .</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/red-maples-by-sara-teasdale/ |
week poem chosen recorded many librivox volunteers possible thank ruthieg suggestion p |
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8330 |
8951 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 051 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the science and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-051-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest science cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
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8332 |
8953 |
H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor |
W. S. Gilbert |
Published 1800 -1900, Satire |
In this recording, one person reads the entire play, all parts, including the stage directions. Even without the support of Arthur Sullivan’s music and the interpretation of actors, the consummate silliness of Gilbert’s libretto entertains. \nH.M.S. Pinafore; or, The Lass That Loved a Sailor is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and a libretto by W. S. Gilbert. It opened at the Opera Comique inLondon, England, on 25 May 1878 and ran for 571 performances, which was the second-longest run of any musical theatre piece up to that time. H.M.S. Pinafore was Gilbert and Sullivan's fourth operatic collaboration and their first international sensation.\nThe story takes place aboard the British ship HMS Pinafore. The captain's daughter, Josephine, is in love with a lower-class sailor, Ralph Rackstraw, although her father intends her to marry Sir Joseph Porter, the First Lord of the Admiralty. She abides by her father's wishes at first, but Sir Joseph's advocacy of the equality of humankind encourages Ralph and Josephine to overturn conventional social order. They declare their love for each other and eventually plan to elope. The captain discovers this plan, but, as in many of the Gilbert and Sullivan operas, a surprise disclosure changes things dramatically near the end of the story.\nDrawing on several of his earlier "Bab Ballad" poems, Gilbert imbued this plot with mirth and silliness. The opera's humour focuses on love between members of different social classes and lampoons the British class system in general. Pinafore also pokes good-natured fun at patriotism, party politics, the Royal Navy, and the rise of unqualified people to positions of authority. The title of the piece comically applies the name of a garment for girls and women, a pinafore, to the fearsome symbol of a naval warship.\nPinafore's extraordinary popularity in Britain, America and elsewhere was followed by the similar success of a series of Gilbert and Sullivan works, including The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado. Their works, later known as the Savoy operas, dominated the musical stage on both sides of the Atlantic for more than a decade and continue to be performed today. The structure and style of these operas, particularly Pinafore, were much copied and contributed significantly to the development of modern musical theatre.\n - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/hms-pinafore-or-the-lass-that-loved-a-sailor-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
recording one person reads entire play parts including stage directions even without support arthur sullivan s music interpretation actors consummate silliness gilbert s libretto entertains h m s pinafore or lass loved sailor comic opera two acts music arthur sullivan libretto w s gilbert opened opera comique inlondon england 25 may 1878 ran 571 performances second longest run musical theatre piece time h m s pinafore gilbert sullivan s fourth operatic collaboration first international sensation story takes place aboard british ship hms pinafore captain s daughter josephine love lower class sailor ralph rackstraw although father intends marry sir joseph porter first lord admiralty abides father s wishes first sir joseph s advocacy equality humankind encourages ralph josephine overturn conventional social order declare love eventually plan elope captain discovers plan but many gilbert sullivan operas surprise disclosure changes things dramatically near end story drawing several earlier bab ballad poems gilbert imbued plot mirth silliness opera s humour focuses love members different social classes lampoons british class system general pinafore also pokes good natured fun patriotism party politics royal navy rise unqualified people positions authority title piece comically applies name garment girls women pinafore fearsome symbol naval warship pinafore s extraordinary popularity britain america elsewhere followed similar success series gilbert sullivan works including pirates penzance mikado works later known savoy operas dominated musical stage sides atlantic decade continue performed today structure style operas particularly pinafore much copied contributed significantly development modern musical theatre summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8396 |
8333 |
8954 |
Adventures of a Suburbanite |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
Why is the neighbor so obsessed with his car? Where can we find a good gardener? Should we have a Santa Claus at our Christmas party? Yes, this is suburbia... much the same today as it was in 1911. - Summary by Sarah Jennings</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-a-suburbanite-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
neighbor obsessed car find good gardener santa claus christmas party yes suburbia much today 1911 summary sarah jennings p |
| 8397 |
8334 |
8955 |
New-York Gardener |
P. Agricola |
Gardening |
A series of twelve letters from a proud father to a son who has just bought his own farm. The author instructs "my dear son" not to overlook the kitchen garden, and writes one letter for each month of the year, instructing him on the importance and management thereof. - Summary by Sarah Jennings</p> |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-york-gardener-by-p-agricola/ |
series twelve letters proud father son bought farm author instructs my dear son overlook kitchen garden writes one letter month year instructing importance management thereof summary sarah jennings p |
| 8398 |
8335 |
8956 |
Auguste Rodin |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
Rodin has pronounced Rilke's essay the supreme interpretation of his work. (From the translators’ Preface)\nAuguste Rodin, 1840-1917, was a French sculptor. Although Rodin is generally considered the progenitor of modern sculpture, he did not set out to rebel against the past. He was schooled traditionally, took a craftsman-like approach to his work, and desired academic recognition, although he was never accepted into Paris's foremost school of art. Sculpturally, Rodin possessed a unique ability to model a complex, turbulent, deeply pocketed surface in clay. … Rodin… modeled the human body with realism, and celebrated individual character and physicality. From the unexpected realism of his first major figure… to the unconventional memorials whose commissions he later sought, Rodin's reputation grew, such that he became the preeminent French sculptor of his time. By 1900, he was a world-renowned artist.\nRainer Maria Rilke (1875-1926) was a Bohemian-Austrian poet and novelist, "widely recognized as one of the most lyrically intense German-language poets", writing in both verse and highly lyrical prose. Several critics have described Rilke's work as inherently "mystical"…. [Rilke’s] encounter with modernism was very stimulating: Rilke became deeply involved in the sculpture of Rodin, and then with the work of Paul Cézanne. For a time he acted as Rodin's secretary, also lecturing and writing a long essay on Rodin and his work. Rodin taught him the value of objective observation…\n - Summary by Wikipedia and Translators' Preface</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/auguste-rodin-by-rainer-maria-rilke/ |
rodin pronounced rilke s essay supreme interpretation work from translators preface auguste rodin 1840 1917 french sculptor although rodin generally considered progenitor modern sculpture set rebel past schooled traditionally took craftsman like approach work desired academic recognition although never accepted paris s foremost school art sculpturally rodin possessed unique ability model complex turbulent deeply pocketed surface clay rodin modeled human body realism celebrated individual character physicality unexpected realism first major figure unconventional memorials whose commissions later sought rodin s reputation grew became preeminent french sculptor time 1900 world renowned artist rainer maria rilke 1875 1926 bohemian austrian poet novelist widely recognized one lyrically intense german language poets writing verse highly lyrical prose several critics described rilke s work inherently mystical rilke s encounter modernism stimulating rilke became deeply involved sculpture rodin work paul cézanne time acted rodin s secretary also lecturing writing long essay rodin work rodin taught value objective observation summary wikipedia translators preface p |
| 8399 |
8336 |
8957 |
Gullible's Travels, Etc. |
Ring Lardner |
Humorous Fiction |
Humorous stories of social climbing in America's "classless" society. - Summary by Winston Tharp</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/gullibles-travels-etc-by-ring-lardner/ |
humorous stories social climbing america s classless society summary winston tharp p |
| 8400 |
8337 |
8958 |
Who Burnt Columbia? |
Augustine T. Smythe |
War & Military |
This Librivox reading consists of selections from depositions in a lawsuit brought after the end of the American Civil War by some businessmen of the former Confederacy. This reading focuses on the sworn statements of General William Tecumseh Sherman who commanded the Carolinas campaign and General Oliver O. Howard who was one of Sherman’s subordinate commanders. The subject is the still-controversial burning of Columbia, capital of South Carolina, toward the end of the Civil War.</p>\n\n“Official Depositions of Wm, Tecumseh Sherman, “General of the Army of the United States,” and Gen. O.O. Howard, U.S.A., For The Defence; and Extracts From Some Of The Depositions For The Claimants, Filed in Certain Claims vs. United States, Pending Before “The Mixed Commission on British and American Claims,” in Washington, D.C.” (Book subtitle)\n\nThe Carolinas Campaign was the final campaign in the Western Theater of the American Civil War. In January 1865, Union Maj. Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman advanced north from Savannah, Georgia, through the Carolinas, with the intention of linking up with Union forces in Virginia…. [After conquering Atlanta, Sherman] persuaded Grant that he should march north through the Carolinas… destroying everything of military value along the way, similar to his march to the sea through Georgia. Sherman was particularly interested in targeting South Carolina, the first state to secede from the Union, for the effect it would have on Southern morale…. On February 17, Columbia surrendered to Sherman... Union forces were overwhelmed by throngs of liberated Federal prisoners and emancipated African Americans. Many soldiers took advantage of ample supplies of liquor in the city and began to drink. Fires began in the city, and high winds spread the flames across a wide area. Most of the central city was destroyed, and the city's fire companies found it difficult to operate in conjunction with the invading Union army, many of whom were also trying to put out the fire. The burning of Columbia has engendered controversy ever since, with some claiming the fires were accidental, others stating they were a deliberate act of vengeance, and others claiming that the fires were set by retreating Confederate soldiers who lit bales of cotton on their way out of town… On February 18, Sherman's forces destroyed virtually anything of military value in Columbia, including railroad depots, warehouses, arsenals, and machine shops.\n - Summary by Book’s subtitle, Wikipedia, and David Wales</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/who-burnt-columbia-by-augustine-t-smythe/ |
librivox reading consists selections depositions lawsuit brought end american civil war businessmen former confederacy reading focuses sworn statements general william tecumseh sherman commanded carolinas campaign general oliver o howard one sherman s subordinate commanders subject still controversial burning columbia capital south carolina toward end civil war p official depositions wm tecumseh sherman general army united states gen o o howard u s a defence extracts depositions claimants filed certain claims vs united states pending the mixed commission british american claims washington d c book subtitle carolinas campaign final campaign western theater american civil war january 1865 union maj gen william tecumseh sherman advanced north savannah georgia carolinas intention linking union forces virginia after conquering atlanta sherman persuaded grant march north carolinas destroying everything military value along way similar march sea georgia sherman particularly interested targeting south carolina first state secede union effect would southern morale february 17 columbia surrendered sherman union forces overwhelmed throngs liberated federal prisoners emancipated african americans many soldiers took advantage ample supplies liquor city began drink fires began city high winds spread flames across wide area central city destroyed city s fire companies found difficult operate conjunction invading union army many also trying put fire burning columbia engendered controversy ever since claiming fires accidental others stating deliberate act vengeance others claiming fires set retreating confederate soldiers lit bales cotton way town february 18 sherman s forces destroyed virtually anything military value columbia including railroad depots warehouses arsenals machine shops summary book s subtitle wikipedia david wales p |
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8343 |
8964 |
Maine Woods |
Henry David Thoreau |
*Non-fiction |
On August 31, 1846, twenty-nine-year-old Henry David Thoreau left his cabin on Walden Pond to undertake a railroad and steamboat journey to Bangor, Maine, from where he would venture with his Penobscot guide Joe Polis deep into the backwoods of Maine. This account of his expedition, some think, is a profounder exploration of the philosophical themes of the more famous "Walden" than is the latter book, at least revealing his fundamental perspectives in embryonic form. Of particular interest is his sympathetic and penetrating observation of the Indian nations of Maine, especially the Penobscot and Passamaquoddy. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-maine-woods-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
august 31 1846 twenty nine year old henry david thoreau left cabin walden pond undertake railroad steamboat journey bangor maine would venture penobscot guide joe polis deep backwoods maine account expedition think profounder exploration philosophical themes famous walden latter book least revealing fundamental perspectives embryonic form particular interest sympathetic penetrating observation indian nations maine especially penobscot passamaquoddy summary expatriate p |
| 8402 |
8338 |
8959 |
طبائع الاستبداد ومصارع الاستعباد (Tabai al-Istibdad wa-Masari al-Isti’bad) |
Abd al-Rahman al-Kawakibi |
*Non-fiction |
طبائع الاستبداد ومصارع الاستعباد كتاب من تأليف عبد الرحمن الكواكبي، يشخص الكاتب ما يسميه داء الاستبداد السياسي، ويصف أقبح أنواعه: استبداد الجهل على العلم واستبداد النفس على العقل. ويقول أن خلق الله الإنسان حرّا، قائده العقل فكفر وأبى إلا أن يكون عبدًا قائده الجهل، ويرى إن المستبد فرد عاجز، لا حول له ولا قوة إلا بأعوانه أعداء العدل وأنصار الجور. وأن تراكم الثروات المفرطة، مولد للاستبداد، ومضر بأخلاق الأفراد. وأن الاستبداد أصل لكل فساد، فيجد أن الشورى الدستورية هي دواؤه. كتب الكواكبي رؤوس مقالات "طبائع الاستبداد" في حلب، وكان يعدلها باستمرار، ثم وسع تلك الأبحاث ونشرها في هذا الكتاب. (Wikipedia) |
Arabic |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/tabai-al-istibdad-wa-masari-al-istibad-by-abd-al-rahman-al-kawakibi/ |
طبائع الاستبداد ومصارع الاستعباد كتاب من تأليف عبد الرحمن الكواكبي يشخص الكاتب ما يسميه داء الاستبداد السياسي ويصف أقبح أنواعه استبداد الجهل على العلم واستبداد النفس على العقل ويقول أن خلق الله الإنسان حر ا قائده العقل فكفر وأبى إلا أن يكون عبد ا قائده الجهل ويرى إن المستبد فرد عاجز لا حول له ولا قوة إلا بأعوانه أعداء العدل وأنصار الجور وأن تراكم الثروات المفرطة مولد للاستبداد ومضر بأخلاق الأفراد وأن الاستبداد أصل لكل فساد فيجد أن الشورى الدستورية هي دواؤه كتب الكواكبي رؤوس مقالات طبائع الاستبداد في حلب وكان يعدلها باستمرار ثم وسع تلك الأبحاث ونشرها في هذا الكتاب wikipedia |
| 8403 |
8339 |
8960 |
American Egypt |
Channing Arnold |
*Non-fiction |
Arnold and Frost were English archaeologists who traveled to the Yucatan Peninsula and wrote "the first book ever written by Englishmen on Yucatan—that Egypt of the New World, where, it is now generally admitted, Central American Civilisation reached its apogee—and to be, for the present at least, the only Englishmen who can claim to have explored the uncivilised north-eastern portions of the Peninsula and the islands of her eastern coast." Their studies brought them to the conclusion, contrary to the bulk of the body of other contemporary experts, "that America's first architects were Buddhist immigrants from Java and Indo-China." Summary by Lynne Thompson.</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-egypt-by-channing-arnold/ |
arnold frost english archaeologists traveled yucatan peninsula wrote the first book ever written englishmen yucatan that egypt new world where generally admitted central american civilisation reached apogee and be present least englishmen claim explored uncivilised north eastern portions peninsula islands eastern coast studies brought conclusion contrary bulk body contemporary experts that america s first architects buddhist immigrants java indo china summary lynne thompson p |
| 8404 |
8340 |
8961 |
Lives of the Three Mrs. Judsons |
Arabella M. Willson |
Christianity - Biographies |
This book follows the three amazing stories of Adoniram Judson's wives, Ann, Sarah, and Emily. Each wife went through incredible hardships, but each hardship only proved to make them strong women of faith, who despite all difficulties and illnesses, selflessly gave their strength to the sick and needy. Ann Judson followed Her husband from prison to prison, bribing guards so that she could see him and make his condition a little better. They sacrificed lives of ease, with loving families and friends for lives of hardship, sickness and sorrow, but what a joy and peace came with it only God can provide, but anyone can know! None of them regretted going to Burma as a missionaries wife, they would not have turned back if they could and their letters and writing are enough to encourage those in the very worst of circumstances. This book will leave you refreshed, convicted, encouraged and I pray, closer to the Lord, these three women were mightily used of God! (Summary by fiddlesticks) </p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-three-mrs-judsons-by-arabella-m-willson/ |
book follows three amazing stories adoniram judson s wives ann sarah emily wife went incredible hardships hardship proved make strong women faith despite difficulties illnesses selflessly gave strength sick needy ann judson followed husband prison prison bribing guards could see make condition little better sacrificed lives ease loving families friends lives hardship sickness sorrow joy peace came god provide anyone know none regretted going burma missionaries wife would turned back could letters writing enough encourage worst circumstances book leave refreshed convicted encouraged pray closer lord three women mightily used god summary fiddlesticks p |
| 8405 |
8341 |
8962 |
Flowers of Evil |
Charles Baudelaire |
Single author |
This is a collection of French poems by Charles Baudelaire, originally titled "Les Fleurs du mal." It was popular in the symbolist and modernist movements of the 19th century, and the poems are about decadence and eroticism. (Summary by Assaf Koss)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-flowers-of-evil-by-charles-baudelaire/ |
collection french poems charles baudelaire originally titled les fleurs du mal popular symbolist modernist movements 19th century poems decadence eroticism summary assaf koss p |
| 8406 |
8342 |
8963 |
Bible (KJV) NT 06: Romans (Version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The book of Romans was written by Paul the Apostle on his third missionary journey. The Holy Spirit inspired Paul to write about life as a person before Christ and life as a believer after Christ. He talks about the life before Christ being impossible to live, as the flesh has dominion over a person. Gloriously bringing hope, he writes of the One who did live the impossible life, and how He now lives within the believer. Jesus becomes the new manager of their body to produce what fruit glorifies Himself. This book is so clearly pointing to the Life-giver; the believer who was once dead, may walk in newness of life, having a intimate relationship with Jesus. (Summary by Kimberly Krause) </p> |
English |
1610 |
https://librivox.org/romans-version-2-king-james-version/ |
book romans written paul apostle third missionary journey holy spirit inspired paul write life person christ life believer christ talks life christ impossible live flesh dominion person gloriously bringing hope writes one live impossible life lives within believer jesus becomes new manager body produce fruit glorifies himself book clearly pointing life giver believer dead may walk newness life intimate relationship jesus summary kimberly krause p |
| 8407 |
8370 |
8991 |
Life's Enthusiasms |
David Starr Jordan |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works, Philosophy |
The words in this essay on positive thought sing like those in Whitman's "Leaves of Grass." The author praises joyous living and recommends certain routes to its attainment. He explores schooling (public secondary and the university), travel, and the study of nature as ways to stay buoyant during life's trials. He also praises the power of the arts (literature, music, painting, sculpture) to keep spirits soaring. (Summary by Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/lifes-enthusiasms-by-david-starr-jordan/ |
words essay positive thought sing like whitman s leaves grass author praises joyous living recommends certain routes attainment explores schooling public secondary university travel study nature ways stay buoyant life s trials also praises power arts literature music painting sculpture keep spirits soaring summary bill boerst p |
| 8408 |
8344 |
8965 |
眼鏡 (Megane) |
Tōson Shimazaki |
Published 1900 onward |
東京で、眼鏡は旦那に買われました。そして眼鏡は彼と、日本国内を9ヶ月にわたって旅 行しました。まず、西へ行きました。彼等は、高知を訪れました。彼等は琵琶湖のほとりにしばらく滞在しました。彼等は、帰ってきて、北に向かいました。彼等は、一ノ関\nを訪ねて、そして東京に戻りました。<br>\nIn Tokyo, a man buys a pair of glasses (Jap: Megane). Together, they travel through Japan for 9 months. First they go West, visiting Kochi. They stay near Lake Biwa for a while and then go North, where they visit Ichinoseki. Finally they return to Tokyo. - Summary by ekzemplaro</p> |
Japanese |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/megane-by-toson-shimazaki/ |
東京で 眼鏡は旦那に買われました そして眼鏡は彼と 日本国内を9ヶ月にわたって旅 行しました まず 西へ行きました 彼等は 高知を訪れました 彼等は琵琶湖のほとりにしばらく滞在しました 彼等は 帰ってきて 北に向かいました 彼等は 一ノ関 を訪ねて そして東京に戻りました br tokyo man buys pair glasses jap megane together travel japan 9 months first go west visiting kochi stay near lake biwa go north visit ichinoseki finally return tokyo summary ekzemplaro p |
| 8409 |
8345 |
8966 |
Presence of Love |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge was an English poet, literary critic and philosopher who, with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. He wrote the poems The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan. His critical work, especially on Shakespeare, was highly influential, and he helped introduce German idealist philosophy to English-speaking culture. He coined many familiar words and phrases, including the celebrated suspension of disbelief. He was a major influence on Emerson, and American transcendentalism.</p>\n\nThroughout his adult life, Coleridge suffered from crippling bouts of anxiety and depression; it has been speculated by some that he suffered from bipolar disorder, a condition not identified during his lifetime. Coleridge suffered from poor health that may have stemmed from a bout of rheumatic fever and other childhood illnesses. He was treated for these concerns with laudanum, which fostered a lifelong opium addiction. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/the-presence-of-love-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
samuel taylor coleridge english poet literary critic philosopher who friend william wordsworth founder romantic movement england member lake poets wrote poems rime ancient mariner kubla khan critical work especially shakespeare highly influential helped introduce german idealist philosophy english speaking culture coined many familiar words phrases including celebrated suspension disbelief major influence emerson american transcendentalism p throughout adult life coleridge suffered crippling bouts anxiety depression speculated suffered bipolar disorder condition identified lifetime coleridge suffered poor health may stemmed bout rheumatic fever childhood illnesses treated concerns laudanum fostered lifelong opium addiction summary wikipedia p |
| 8410 |
8346 |
8967 |
Before the Mirror |
Elizabeth Stoddard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Elizabeth Drew Stoddard, née Barstow was a United States poet and novelist.\nShe is most widely known today as the author of The Morgesons (1862), her first of three novels. Her other two novels are Two Men (1865) and Temple House (1867). Stoddard was also a prolific writer of short stories, children's tales, poems, essays, travel writing, and journalism pieces. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/before-the-mirror-by-elizabeth-stoddard/ |
elizabeth drew stoddard née barstow united states poet novelist widely known today author morgesons 1862 first three novels two novels two men 1865 temple house 1867 stoddard also prolific writer short stories children s tales poems essays travel writing journalism pieces summary wikipedia p |
| 8411 |
8347 |
8968 |
Life of Saint Columba Apostle of Scotland |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Columba (521 – 597) was an Irish abbot and missionary credited with spreading Christianity in present-day Scotland. He founded the important abbey on Iona, which became a dominant religious and political institution in the region for centuries. He is the Patron Saint of Derry. He was highly regarded by both the Gaels of Dál Riata and the Picts, and is remembered today as a Christian saint and one of the Twelve Apostles of Ireland.<br><br>Columba reportedly studied under some of Ireland's most prominent church figures and founded several monasteries in the country. Around 563 he and his twelve companions crossed to Dunaverty near Southend, Argyll in Kintyre before settling in Iona in Scotland, then part of the Irish kingdom of Dál Riata, where they founded a new abbey as a base for spreading Christianity among the northern Pictish kingdoms who were pagan. He remained active in Irish politics, though he spent most of the remainder of his life in Scotland. Three surviving early medieval Latin hymns may be attributed to him. - Summary by Wikipedia<br><br>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-saint-columba-apostle-of-scotland-by-frances-alice-forbes/ |
saint columba 521 597 irish abbot missionary credited spreading christianity present day scotland founded important abbey iona became dominant religious political institution region centuries patron saint derry highly regarded gaels dál riata picts remembered today christian saint one twelve apostles ireland br br columba reportedly studied ireland s prominent church figures founded several monasteries country around 563 twelve companions crossed dunaverty near southend argyll kintyre settling iona scotland part irish kingdom dál riata founded new abbey base spreading christianity among northern pictish kingdoms pagan remained active irish politics though spent remainder life scotland three surviving early medieval latin hymns may attributed him summary wikipedia br br |
| 8412 |
8348 |
8969 |
Jacob's Ladder |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
This is a story about Jacob Pratt who “stood bond” for his brother and then lost all his money and was unable to pay his debts. Two years later his brother is finally able to restore him to an enviable financial position. Jacob rewards those who stood beside him during his time of trials and attempts to get even with those who had cast him aside. He finds that revenge is not always sweet. Even though Jacob has plenty of money, he is unable to win the girl of his dreams. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/jacobs-ladder-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
story jacob pratt stood bond brother lost money unable pay debts two years later brother finally able restore enviable financial position jacob rewards stood beside time trials attempts get even cast aside finds revenge always sweet even though jacob plenty money unable win girl dreams summary richard kilmer p |
| 8413 |
8349 |
8970 |
Road |
Jack London |
Short Stories, Single Author Collections, History |
Jack London credited his skill of story-telling to the days he spent as a hobo learning to fabricate tales to get meals from sympathetic strangers. In The Road, he relates the tales and memories of his days on the hobo road, including how the hobos would elude train crews and his travels with Kelly’s Army. - Summary by Barry Eads</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-by-jack-london/ |
jack london credited skill story telling days spent hobo learning fabricate tales get meals sympathetic strangers road relates tales memories days hobo road including hobos would elude train crews travels kelly s army summary barry eads p |
| 8414 |
8458 |
9079 |
Joel, a Boy of Galilee |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Historical Fiction, Historical |
Joel, a crippled boy, cannot play with the children and has nothing to care about. Rabbi Phineas helps him to find something he can do and tells him the reason that he is so kind is because of a boy from his hometown of Nazareth. Soon stories are going about everywhere of miracles, and some people think that the Messiah has come. Then someone tells Joel he should ask for his back to be healed. Will Joel be able to find the miracle worker? (Summary by AdeledePignerolles) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/joel-a-boy-of-galilee-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
joel crippled boy cannot play children nothing care about rabbi phineas helps find something tells reason kind boy hometown nazareth soon stories going everywhere miracles people think messiah come someone tells joel ask back healed joel able find miracle worker summary adeledepignerolles p |
| 8415 |
8350 |
8971 |
Strijd om de Schatten van Alva of de Watergeuzen in 1572 |
Louise Zaalberg |
Historical Fiction |
Louise Zaalberg schreef onder het pseudoniem H. Bertrand dit boek naar een Engelstalige roman. \nGuy Chester is een Engelse avonturier die zijn koningin, maar ook de watergeuzen volledig is toegedaan. Hij strijdt met alle middelen tegen de Spaanse onderdrukkers en hun onderkoning, de hertog van Alva.\nEn dan komt Chester op het spoor van twee schatten van Alva: zijn goudschat en zijn enige dochter Hermoine…</p>\n |
Dutch |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/een-strijd-om-de-schatten-van-alva-of-de-watergeuzen-in-1572-by-louise-zaalberg/ |
louise zaalberg schreef onder het pseudoniem h bertrand dit boek naar een engelstalige roman guy chester een engelse avonturier die zijn koningin maar ook de watergeuzen volledig toegedaan hij strijdt met alle middelen tegen de spaanse onderdrukkers en hun onderkoning de hertog van alva en dan komt chester op het spoor van twee schatten van alva zijn goudschat en zijn enige dochter hermoine p |
| 8416 |
8351 |
8972 |
Monarchia |
Dante Alighieri |
*Non-fiction |
The De Monarchia is one of the main works by Dante Alighieri. It is a treatise on secular and religious power, and more specifically on the relationship between secular authority (represented by the Holy Roman Emperor) and religious authority (represented by the Pope). The work is composed of three books, in which Dante condemns the theocratic conception of the power elaborated by the Roman Church and defends that both the Pope and the Emperor derive their power from God, and, that being so, God gave to each power in one certain area of life, which means they should not interfere with each other's power and one should not be considered above the other. - Summary by Leni</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/de-monarchia-by-dante-alighieri/ |
de monarchia one main works dante alighieri treatise secular religious power specifically relationship secular authority represented holy roman emperor religious authority represented pope work composed three books dante condemns theocratic conception power elaborated roman church defends pope emperor derive power god and so god gave power one certain area life means interfere other s power one considered other summary leni p |
| 8417 |
8352 |
8973 |
Ninth Man |
Mary Heaton Vorse |
Fantastic Fiction |
A fictional town in Italy is conquered by a heartless tyrant. He issues a strange but cruel edict: in thirty days, each ninth person, chosen by lot, <i>shall designate secretly whom he wishes put to death in the public place.</i> (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-ninth-man-by-mary-heaton-vorse/ |
fictional town italy conquered heartless tyrant issues strange cruel edict thirty days ninth person chosen lot i shall designate secretly wishes put death public place i summary triciag p |
| 8418 |
8353 |
8974 |
Walden, Version 2 |
Henry David Thoreau |
Nature, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Walden (first published as Walden; or, Life in the Woods) is an American book written by noted transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau, a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. The work is part personal declaration of independence, social experiment, voyage of spiritual discovery, satire, and manual for self-reliance. First published in 1854, it details Thoreau's experiences over the course of two years, two months, and two days in a cabin he built near Walden Pond, amidst woodland owned by his friend and mentor Ralph Waldo Emerson, near Concord, Massachusetts. The book compresses the time into a single calendar year and uses passages of four seasons to symbolize human development. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/walden-version-2-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
walden first published walden or life woods american book written noted transcendentalist henry david thoreau reflection upon simple living natural surroundings work part personal declaration independence social experiment voyage spiritual discovery satire manual self reliance first published 1854 details thoreau s experiences course two years two months two days cabin built near walden pond amidst woodland owned friend mentor ralph waldo emerson near concord massachusetts book compresses time single calendar year uses passages four seasons symbolize human development summary wikipedia p |
| 8419 |
8354 |
8975 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 035 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include how to swim, Navajo silversmithing, the sun, begonias and ferns, Martin Luther, U.S. Presidents Eisenhower and Nixon, Captain Cook's exploration of Botany Bay, General James Wolfe, and Moravian missionaries in Labrador. (summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-035-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include swim navajo silversmithing sun begonias ferns martin luther u s presidents eisenhower nixon captain cook s exploration botany bay general james wolfe moravian missionaries labrador summary sue anderson p |
| 8420 |
8355 |
8976 |
Fringes Of The Fleet |
Rudyard Kipling |
War & Military |
During the war (WWI), [Kipling] wrote a booklet The Fringes of the Fleet containing essays and poems on various nautical subjects of the war. Some of the poems were set to music by English composer Edward Elgar. - Summary by wikipedia</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-fringes-of-the-fleet-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
war wwi kipling wrote booklet fringes fleet containing essays poems various nautical subjects war poems set music english composer edward elgar summary wikipedia p |
| 8421 |
8356 |
8977 |
Old Christmas: From the Sketch Book of Washington Irving |
Washington Irving |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction |
Washington Irving's Old Christmas tells of an American's travels through England during the Christmas season. Through a chance meeting with an old friend he is able to experience Christmas in a stately manor house. Through his eyes as a houseguest he glimpses the uniquely British customs and celebrations of Christmas as it would have been experienced during the Middle Ages, rather than in the early 19th century. - Summary by Greg Giordano</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/old-christmas-from-the-sketch-book-of-washington-irving-by-washington-irving/ |
washington irving s old christmas tells american s travels england christmas season chance meeting old friend able experience christmas stately manor house eyes houseguest glimpses uniquely british customs celebrations christmas would experienced middle ages rather early 19th century summary greg giordano p |
| 8422 |
8423 |
9044 |
Lives of the Queens of England Volume 6 |
Agnes Strickland |
Biography & Autobiography |
<p>The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br><br>Volume six includes the biography of Elizabeth I through the year 1586.<br><br>(Introduction by Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-6-by-agnes-strickland/ |
p the lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elisabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume six includes biography elizabeth year 1586 br br introduction ann boulais p |
| 8423 |
8357 |
8978 |
L'île mystérieuse |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
1865. La guerre de sécession est aux portes de Richmond. Prisonniers, cinq personnages dérobent un ballon pour fuir la captivité que les Sudistes leurs imposaient.<br>\nPris dans un ouragan, ils aboutissent sur une île qui semble déserte. Après l'avoir exploré, les évadés civilisent ce bout de terre. L’île fait partie d’un archipel, un autre naufragé est découvert sur un îlot avoisinant.<br>\nD’étranges phénomènes et événements se bousculent.<br>\nLes isolés constatent une étonnante présence qui semble par moments bienfaisante.<br>\nOn retrouve dans cette oeuvre le capitaine Nemo, de Vingt mille lieues sous les mers, ainsi que Ayrton le traître des Enfants du Capitaine Grant.\nLes aventuriers perceront finalement après moult péripéties l’extraordinaire secret de l’île. - Summary by Zeckou</p> |
French |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/lile-mysterieuse-by-jules-verne/ |
1865 la guerre de sécession est aux portes de richmond prisonniers cinq personnages dérobent un ballon pour fuir la captivité que les sudistes leurs imposaient br pris dans un ouragan ils aboutissent sur une île qui semble déserte après l avoir exploré les évadés civilisent ce bout de terre l île fait partie d un archipel un autre naufragé est découvert sur un îlot avoisinant br d étranges phénomènes et événements se bousculent br les isolés constatent une étonnante présence qui semble par moments bienfaisante br retrouve dans cette oeuvre le capitaine nemo de vingt mille lieues sous les mers ainsi que ayrton le traître des enfants du capitaine grant les aventuriers perceront finalement après moult péripéties l extraordinaire secret de l île summary zeckou p |
| 8424 |
8358 |
8979 |
Ellendigen - Deel 3 - Marius |
Victor Hugo |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance |
De Ellendigen is een vertaling van Les Miserables, een sociale roman, met een sterke moraal. Hugo neemt het in zijn werk op voor de paria’s in de 19e-eeuwse maatschappij en richt in een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar ‘meedogenloze’ wetten. Valjean is de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat, die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden. Dit is het derde van de vijf delen. Genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen: Marius een rechtenstudent. ( Marcel Coenders) </p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/de-ellendigen-deel-3-marius-by-victor-hugo/ |
de ellendigen een vertaling van les miserables een sociale roman met een sterke moraal hugo neemt het zijn werk op voor de paria s de 19e eeuwse maatschappij en richt een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar meedogenloze wetten valjean de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden dit het derde van de vijf delen genoemd naar een van de hoofdpersonen marius een rechtenstudent marcel coenders p |
| 8425 |
8359 |
8980 |
Favorite Hymns 01 |
Various |
Music |
From the earliest period of history, God's people have found joy in expressing their praise to Him in song. This is a collection of 30 favorite public domain hymns of the Christian church. Summary by bookAngel7</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favorite-hymns-01-by-various/ |
earliest period history god s people found joy expressing praise song collection 30 favorite public domain hymns christian church summary bookangel7 p |
| 8426 |
8360 |
8981 |
Essays on Work and Culture |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Essays & Short Works, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The author investigates the world of work against a backdrop of culture. Each of the 25 essays focuses on one aspect of the topic. For example, the first essay, "Tool or Man?" looks at two views of man. One is that of strength as the provider of security. The other is that of aesthete, as an enthusiast of the arts or academics or religion. In our culture, provider of security is the winner every time. Man as a source of multiple talents cannot be allowed. As the author frames the argument, "Specialisation has been carried so far that it has become an organised tyranny." The author promotes the idea of a world in which we view the total man, not just the provider of security. In succeeding essays the author deals with growth from youth to maturity, the role of education, and man's search for freedom. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-work-and-culture-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
author investigates world work backdrop culture 25 essays focuses one aspect topic example first essay tool man looks two views man one strength provider security aesthete enthusiast arts academics religion culture provider security winner every time man source multiple talents cannot allowed author frames argument specialisation carried far become organised tyranny author promotes idea world view total man provider security succeeding essays author deals growth youth maturity role education man s search freedom summary bill boerst p |
| 8427 |
8361 |
8982 |
Дубровский (Dubrovsky) |
Alexander Pushkin |
Romance |
Классика русской литературы – роман Александра Сергеевича Пушкина о трагической любви между Владимиром Дубровским, лишенным наследства дворянином, ставшим разбойником, и дочерью обидчика его отца Кириллы Петровича Троекурова – Машей Троекуровой. (Резюме Ксении) <br /><br />A classic of Russian literature, this novel by Alexander Pushkin tells of the tragic love between Vladimir Dubrovsky, a nobleman deprived of his inheritance who becomes an outlaw, and Masha Troekurov, daughter of Kirilla Troekurov, the man who wronged his farther. (Summary by Xenia)</p> |
Russian |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/dubrovsky-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
классика русской литературы роман александра сергеевича пушкина о трагической любви между владимиром дубровским лишенным наследства дворянином ставшим разбойником и дочерью обидчика его отца кириллы петровича троекурова машей троекуровой резюме ксении br br a classic russian literature novel alexander pushkin tells tragic love vladimir dubrovsky nobleman deprived inheritance becomes outlaw masha troekurov daughter kirilla troekurov man wronged farther summary xenia p |
| 8428 |
8362 |
8983 |
Fleet In Being; Notes Of Two Trips With The Channel Squadron |
Rudyard Kipling |
War & Military |
[Kipling] became involved in the debate over the British response to the rise in German naval power known as the Tirpitz Plan to build a fleet to challenge the Royal Navy, publishing a series of articles in 1898 which were collected as A Fleet in Being. And as always with Kipling there is that wonderful sardonic humor and attention to the lower orders of being. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-fleet-in-being-notes-of-two-trips-with-the-channel-squadron-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
kipling became involved debate british response rise german naval power known tirpitz plan build fleet challenge royal navy publishing series articles 1898 collected fleet being always kipling wonderful sardonic humor attention lower orders being summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8429 |
8459 |
9080 |
Short Poetry Collection 135 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 13 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-135-by-various/ |
collection 13 poems read librivox volunteers august 2014 p |
| 8430 |
8363 |
8984 |
Cain: A Mystery |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Tragedy |
<p>Cain: A Mystery is Lord Byron's retelling of the classical Biblical story from the point of view of its antagonist. Undoubtedly influenced by Milton's Paradise Lost, Byron's Cain is defiant and questioning. In trying to come to terms with the mortality humanity has been punished with, he comes face to face with Lucifer, who takes him to the "Abyss of Space," shows him a vision of Earth's violent natural history, and gives him a true understanding of death. Upon his return, a devastated Cain carries out the familiar end of his tragedy. Cain: A Mystery is a closet drama, a popular form for Romantic writers, where the script is not intended to be performed onstage, but rather read aloud with a small group. - Summary by Sarah Terry</p>\nWith the voices of:<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> as Adam,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a> as Cain,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a> as Abel,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a> as the Angel of the Lord,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9792">Mike Cantrell</a> as Lucifer,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a> as Eve,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a> as Adah,<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a> as Zillah,<br>\nand narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>.<br><br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/cain-a-mystery-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
p cain mystery lord byron s retelling classical biblical story point view antagonist undoubtedly influenced milton s paradise lost byron s cain defiant questioning trying come terms mortality humanity punished with comes face face lucifer takes abyss space shows vision earth s violent natural history gives true understanding death upon return devastated cain carries familiar end tragedy cain mystery closet drama popular form romantic writers script intended performed onstage rather read aloud small group summary sarah terry p voices of br a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a adam br a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a cain br a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a abel br a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a angel lord br a href https librivox org reader 9792 mike cantrell a lucifer br a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a eve br a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a adah br a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a zillah br narrated a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br |
| 8431 |
8364 |
8985 |
Black Riders and Other Lines |
Stephen Crane |
Free Verse |
A collection of enigmatic poems</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-riders-and-other-lines-by-stephen-crane/ |
collection enigmatic poems p |
| 8432 |
8365 |
8986 |
Tales of Three Hemispheres |
Lord Dunsany |
Single Author Collections |
Tales of Three Hemispheres is a collection of fantasy short stories by Lord Dunsany. The first edition was published in Boston by John W. Luce & Co. in November, 1919; the first British edition was published in London by T. Fisher Unwin in June, 1920.\n<br><br>\nThe book collects 14 short pieces by Dunsany; the last three, under the general heading "Beyond the Fields We Know," are related tales, as explained in the publisher's note preceding the first, "Idle Days on the Yann," which was previously published in the author's earlier collection A Dreamer's Tales, but reprinted in the current one owing to the relationship.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-three-hemispheres-by-lord-dunsany/ |
tales three hemispheres collection fantasy short stories lord dunsany first edition published boston john w luce co november 1919 first british edition published london t fisher unwin june 1920 br br book collects 14 short pieces dunsany last three general heading beyond fields know related tales explained publisher s note preceding first idle days yann previously published author s earlier collection dreamer s tales reprinted current one owing relationship p |
| 8433 |
8366 |
8987 |
My Reminiscences |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Memoirs |
<p>These Reminiscences were written and published by the Author in his fiftieth year, shortly before he started on a trip to Europe and America for his failing health in 1912. It was in the course of this trip that he wrote for the first time in the English language for publication. (from preface)<p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/my-reminiscences-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
p these reminiscences written published author fiftieth year shortly started trip europe america failing health 1912 course trip wrote first time english language publication from preface p |
| 8434 |
8367 |
8988 |
Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 3 |
Giorgio Vasari |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography |
The Lives of the Most Excellent Italian Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, from Cimabue to Our Times, or Le Vite de' più eccellenti pittori, scultori, e architettori da Cimabue insino a' tempi nostri, as it was originally known in Italian, is a series of artist biographies written by 16th-century Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari, which is considered "perhaps the most famous, and even today the most-read work of the older literature of art", "some of the Italian Renaissance's most influential writing on art", and "the first important book on art history". The title is often abridged to the Vite or the Lives. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-3-by-giorgio-vasari/ |
lives excellent italian painters sculptors architects cimabue times le vite de più eccellenti pittori scultori e architettori da cimabue insino a tempi nostri originally known italian series artist biographies written 16th century italian painter architect giorgio vasari considered perhaps famous even today most read work older literature art some italian renaissance s influential writing art the first important book art history title often abridged vite lives summary wikipedia p |
| 8435 |
8368 |
8989 |
Revelation |
Coventry Patmore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Coventry Kersey Dighton Patmore was an English poet and critic best known for The Angel in the House, his narrative poem about an ideal happy marriage. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-revelation-by-coventry-patmore/ |
coventry kersey dighton patmore english poet critic best known angel house narrative poem ideal happy marriage summary wikipedia p |
| 8436 |
8369 |
8990 |
Wunderbares Ereignis des Dr. Jekyll und Mr. Hyde |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Von seinem Cousin Mr. Utterson erfährt Mr. Enfield zuerst von dem zwielichtigen Mr. Hyde, der durch sein besonders brutales Verhalten auffällt und auf alle, die ihm begegnen, einen gemeinen und bösartigen Eindruck macht. Als Mr. Enfield erfährt, dass dieser Hyde offenbar ein Bekannter von seinem Freund Dr. Jekyll ist, ist er sehr besorgt. Hat dieser Hyde etwas gegen Jekyll in der Hand? Wird Jekyll von ihm erpresst? Als Mr. Hyde auf offener Straße einen brutalen Mord begeht und daraufhin untertaucht, scheint sich zunächst alles zum Guten zu wenden. Doch nach einiger Zeit wird Dr. Jekylls Verhalten immer seltsamer und es wird klar, dass Mr. Hyde zurück ist. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/wunderbares-ereignis-des-dr-jekyll-und-mr-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
von seinem cousin mr utterson erfährt mr enfield zuerst von dem zwielichtigen mr hyde der durch sein besonders brutales verhalten auffällt und auf alle die ihm begegnen einen gemeinen und bösartigen eindruck macht als mr enfield erfährt dass dieser hyde offenbar ein bekannter von seinem freund dr jekyll ist ist er sehr besorgt hat dieser hyde etwas gegen jekyll der hand wird jekyll von ihm erpresst als mr hyde auf offener straße einen brutalen mord begeht und daraufhin untertaucht scheint sich zunächst alles zum guten zu wenden doch nach einiger zeit wird dr jekylls verhalten immer seltsamer und es wird klar dass mr hyde zurück ist zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 8437 |
8371 |
8992 |
Present Picture of New South Wales |
David Dickinson Mann |
History |
Convicted of forgery at the age of 23, David Dickenson Mann narrowly escaped hanging and was transported instead to New South Wales, where he arrived in 1799. Three years later he received a full pardon and was soon working in the secretary's office of the colonial government. Mann fell foul of Governor Wiliam Bligh and was about to leave for England, but in 1808 found himself in favour with the rebel government that deposed him. The Present Picture of New South Wales, dedicated to the recently arrived Governor John Hunter, gives a detailed account of the colony . It includes a brief history, an A-Z encyclopedia of political and economic progress and Mann's own ideas on the future development of New South Wales. Mann returned to England in 1809, where he published his book in 1811, dying in the same year. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/the-present-picture-of-new-south-wales-by-david-dickinson-mann/ |
convicted forgery age 23 david dickenson mann narrowly escaped hanging transported instead new south wales arrived 1799 three years later received full pardon soon working secretary s office colonial government mann fell foul governor wiliam bligh leave england 1808 found favour rebel government deposed him present picture new south wales dedicated recently arrived governor john hunter gives detailed account colony includes brief history a z encyclopedia political economic progress mann s ideas future development new south wales mann returned england 1809 published book 1811 dying year summary phil benson p |
| 8438 |
8372 |
8993 |
Pirates Of Penzance; Or The Slave Of Duty (Version 2) |
W. S. Gilbert |
Comedy |
In this recording, one person reads the entire play, all parts, including the stage directions. Even without the support of Arthur Sullivan’s music and the interpretation of actors, the consummate silliness of Gilbert’s libretto entertains. The Pirates of Penzance; or, The Slave of Duty is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. The story concerns Frederic, who, having completed his 21st year, is released from his apprenticeship to a band of tender-hearted pirates. He meets Mabel, the daughter of Major-General Stanley, and the two young people fall instantly in love. Frederic finds out, however, that he was born on 29 February, and so, technically, he only has a birthday each leap year. His apprenticeship indentures state that he remains apprenticed to the pirates until his 21st birthday, and so he must serve for another 63 years. Bound by his own sense of duty, Frederic's only solace is that Mabel agrees to wait for him faithfully. Pirates remains popular today, taking its place along with The Mikado and H.M.S. Pinafore as one of the most frequently played Gilbert and Sullivan operas. Penzance is a vacation and resort area at the western tip of Cornwall. A comparable modern title of the opera might be The Pirates of the Club Med. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirates-of-penzance-or-the-slave-of-duty-version-2-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
recording one person reads entire play parts including stage directions even without support arthur sullivan s music interpretation actors consummate silliness gilbert s libretto entertains pirates penzance or slave duty comic opera two acts music arthur sullivan libretto w s gilbert story concerns frederic who completed 21st year released apprenticeship band tender hearted pirates meets mabel daughter major general stanley two young people fall instantly love frederic finds out however born 29 february so technically birthday leap year apprenticeship indentures state remains apprenticed pirates 21st birthday must serve another 63 years bound sense duty frederic s solace mabel agrees wait faithfully pirates remains popular today taking place along mikado h m s pinafore one frequently played gilbert sullivan operas penzance vacation resort area western tip cornwall comparable modern title opera might pirates club med summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8439 |
8373 |
8994 |
Leopard's Spots |
Thomas Dixon, Jr. |
Historical Fiction |
The first in a trilogy of the Reconstruction era - <u>The Leopard's Spots</u> (1902), <u>The Clansman</u> (1905), and <u>The Traitor</u> (1907), parts of this novel were incorporated in the 1915 silent movie classic, "<u>The Birth Of A Nation</u>". Set in North Carolina, the book explores the extreme social and racial tensions of the period as Confederates attempt to fight off "reconstructionist" policy, rebuild the war-torn South's economy, and grapple with the rampant "race question" of the day, whether the black and white races can ever live side by side as equals, i.e., whether a leopard can change its spots? Characters include the villainous Reconstruction leader, Simon Legree (the same vile slave holder from Harriett Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin, only many years later); Charles Gaston, a young southern gentleman who dreams of true love and the governor's mansion; Sallie Worth, sweet obedient daughter of southern aristocracy. A colorful assortment of preachers, carpetbaggers, scallywags, farmers, Ku Klux Klan members, and newly emancipated negroes help round out the cast. (Summary by Michele T. Fry)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-leopards-spots-by-thomas-dixon-jr/ |
first trilogy reconstruction era u the leopard s spots u 1902 u the clansman u 1905 u the traitor u 1907 parts novel incorporated 1915 silent movie classic u the birth nation u set north carolina book explores extreme social racial tensions period confederates attempt fight reconstructionist policy rebuild war torn south s economy grapple rampant race question day whether black white races ever live side side equals i e whether leopard change spots characters include villainous reconstruction leader simon legree the vile slave holder harriett beecher stowe s uncle tom s cabin many years later charles gaston young southern gentleman dreams true love governor s mansion sallie worth sweet obedient daughter southern aristocracy colorful assortment preachers carpetbaggers scallywags farmers ku klux klan members newly emancipated negroes help round cast summary michele t fry p |
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8374 |
8995 |
Pony Rider Boys in Louisiana |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Action & Adventure |
Yee-haw! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again! This time the boys are headed to the canebrakes in the swamps of Louisiana. Of course trouble follows our friends into the swamp, but Chunky will surprise everyone in this book. - Summary by Ann Boulais<br><br>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-england-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in New England</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-alaska-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in Alaska</a><br/>\n<br><br> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-louisiana-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys move again time boys headed canebrakes swamps louisiana course trouble follows friends swamp chunky surprise everyone book summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in new england by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys new england a br next book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in alaska by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys alaska a br br br |
| 8441 |
8375 |
8996 |
Lord Beaupre |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
What is a young man to do, when because of his pleasant disposition, and (of course) his considerable wealth, he finds himself besieged by bevies of eligible young women, some beautiful, some less so (some, even, his own cousins)? How on earth is he to protect himself from their onslaught and that of their mothers? - Summary by Nicholas Clifford</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lord-beaupre-by-henry-james/ |
young man do pleasant disposition of course considerable wealth finds besieged bevies eligible young women beautiful less some even cousins earth protect onslaught mothers summary nicholas clifford p |
| 8442 |
8376 |
8997 |
Holladay Case |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Stevenson's introduction of the protagonist Lester (law clerk with New York firm Graham & Royce) finds him occupying a front row seat in the murder trial of Wall Street multi-millionaire Hiram Holladay. Scandalously, suspicion points very solidly on the banker's loving daughter, Frances. Lester proves himself a useful aide to the firm's senior partner, Mr. Royce, in his attempt to prove the lovely Frances innocent. - Summary by Cate Barratt</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-holladay-case-by-burton-egbert-stevenson/ |
stevenson s introduction protagonist lester law clerk new york firm graham royce finds occupying front row seat murder trial wall street multi millionaire hiram holladay scandalously suspicion points solidly banker s loving daughter frances lester proves useful aide firm s senior partner mr royce attempt prove lovely frances innocent summary cate barratt p |
| 8443 |
8443 |
9064 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Wisdom of Solomon |
King James Version (KJV) |
Bibles, King James Version |
In the Orthodox Church, during the Great Vespers of celebrated Saints, such as Saint Nicholas the Wonder-worker and the Holy Great Martyr Euphemia, selected passages are read from The Wisdom of Solomon, from the deuterocanonical books of the Holy Bible. While the translations used may be simpler, the power of the poetic verses asserts itself in the King James Version. [Please forgive my errors and stumblings. The Reader.] </p> |
English |
1610 |
https://librivox.org/the-wisdom-of-solomon-king-james-version-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
orthodox church great vespers celebrated saints saint nicholas wonder worker holy great martyr euphemia selected passages read wisdom solomon deuterocanonical books holy bible translations used may simpler power poetic verses asserts king james version please forgive errors stumblings reader p |
| 8444 |
8377 |
8998 |
Magna Carta Commemoration Essays |
Various |
Essays & Short Works, Law, Middle Ages/Middle History |
<br />On 15th June 1215 the Magna Carta was sealed under oath by King John at Runnymede, on the bank of the River Thames near Windsor, England. 2015 is the 800th anniversary of this charter, which led eventually to the rule of constitutional law in England and beyond. <br /><br />This book of essays on various aspects of the Charter was written by distinguished academics for the Royal Historical Society to commemorate the 700th anniversary of Magna Carta. <br /><br />N. B. The readers in this project are not scholars of mediaeval Latin or French. Where there are passages or phrases of Latin and Old French, we have endeavoured to make them clear, but make no claim to authentic pronunciation. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/magna-carta-commemoration-essays/ |
br on 15th june 1215 magna carta sealed oath king john runnymede bank river thames near windsor england 2015 800th anniversary charter led eventually rule constitutional law england beyond br br this book essays various aspects charter written distinguished academics royal historical society commemorate 700th anniversary magna carta br br n b readers project scholars mediaeval latin french passages phrases latin old french endeavoured make clear make claim authentic pronunciation summary ruth golding br br |
| 8445 |
8378 |
8999 |
Aircraft and Submarines |
Willis J. Abbot |
*Non-fiction, War & Military |
"Aircraft and Submarines" is a history of the development of these forms of transportation and their ultimate use in warfare. Also a brief history of submarine use in commercial applications. A thoroughly enjoyable piece for anyone interested in the detailed development of these modes of transportation. Summary by William Tomcho</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/aircraft-and-submarines-by-willis-j-abbot/ |
aircraft submarines history development forms transportation ultimate use warfare also brief history submarine use commercial applications thoroughly enjoyable piece anyone interested detailed development modes transportation summary william tomcho p |
| 8446 |
8379 |
9000 |
In Desert and Wilderness |
Henryk Sienkiewicz |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
In Desert and Wilderness is a novel for children by Polish author and Nobel Prize-winning novelist Henryk Sienkiewicz. It tells the story of two children, Staś Tarkowski and Nel Rawlison, and their adventures as they cross the African desert and jungle. During the journey they face lions, leopards and malaria, make friends with desert tribespeople and an elephant, and learn about some harsh realities of life. An unusual "coming of age" story! - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/in-desert-and-wilderness-by-henryk-sienkiewicz/ |
desert wilderness novel children polish author nobel prize winning novelist henryk sienkiewicz tells story two children staś tarkowski nel rawlison adventures cross african desert jungle journey face lions leopards malaria make friends desert tribespeople elephant learn harsh realities life unusual coming age story summary beth thomas |
| 8447 |
8380 |
9001 |
Bird Stories from Burroughs |
John Burroughs |
Animals |
What a better way to learn about birds than to read this delightful collection of interesting bird stories! John Burroughs was a nature essayist. These creative, observation- and emotion-driven stories about birds (largely from the Northeastern states), have been gathered together into a single volume from all his various works. Every chapter follows one species of birds, and the chapters have been arranged chronologically according to the time of the bird's arrival during the year. This collection has lovely illustrations of the birds by Louis Agassiz Fuertes, and some stories also have poems to go along with them. (Summary by The Publisher's Note and Anusha)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/bird-stories-from-burroughs-by-john-burroughs/ |
better way learn birds read delightful collection interesting bird stories john burroughs nature essayist creative observation emotion driven stories birds largely northeastern states gathered together single volume various works every chapter follows one species birds chapters arranged chronologically according time bird s arrival year collection lovely illustrations birds louis agassiz fuertes stories also poems go along them summary publisher s note anusha p |
| 8448 |
8381 |
9002 |
Day And Night Stories |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Fifteen short stories by Algernon Henry Blackwood, CBE (1869 – 1951), an English short story writer and novelist, one of the most prolific writers of ghost stories in the history of the genre. He was also a journalist and a broadcasting narrator. S. T. Joshi has stated that "his work is more consistently meritorious than any weird writer's except Dunsany's…" - Summary by wikipedia</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/day-and-night-stories-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
fifteen short stories algernon henry blackwood cbe 1869 1951 english short story writer novelist one prolific writers ghost stories history genre also journalist broadcasting narrator s t joshi stated his work consistently meritorious weird writer s except dunsany s summary wikipedia p |
| 8449 |
8382 |
9003 |
Days on the Road: Crossing the Plains in 1865 |
Sarah Raymond Herndon |
Biography & Autobiography |
<i>“We had spent almost all our money for toll, ferrying and other expenses on the road. It might be a serious matter to be in a strange place without money . . . There is nothing we can spare so well as Dick. . . . It would not do to be sentimental under existing circumstances.” </i> This is the practical pioneer woman Sarah Raymond Herndon writing in her journal about selling her horse to finance the final days of her family’s trek across the plains to Montana. However, when her brother, Hillhouse, actually sells her beloved pony, Sarah is distraught. <i> “I sobbed out loud. I could not help crying. I let the purse (with the money) roll out of my lap into the bottom of the wagon.”</i> But then, she stiffens her resolve and displays a quiet sense of humor: <i>“Of course, I knew the wagon bed was tight, and there was no danger of (the purse) being lost.”</i> Sarah became the first school teacher in Virginia City, Montana. Her account of crossing the plains in 1865 is rich in emotion and incident. Summary by Sue Anderson<br /><br /> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/days-on-the-road-by-sarah-raymond-herndon/ |
i we spent almost money toll ferrying expenses road might serious matter strange place without money nothing spare well dick would sentimental existing circumstances i practical pioneer woman sarah raymond herndon writing journal selling horse finance final days family s trek across plains montana however brother hillhouse actually sells beloved pony sarah distraught i i sobbed loud could help crying let purse with money roll lap bottom wagon i then stiffens resolve displays quiet sense humor i of course knew wagon bed tight danger the purse lost i sarah became first school teacher virginia city montana account crossing plains 1865 rich emotion incident summary sue anderson br br |
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8383 |
9004 |
From North Carolina to Southern California Without a Ticket and How I Did It |
John Peele |
*Non-fiction |
"... I have decided to write an account of a few of the many adventures and dangers that befell me while making my way, practically without a penny, from Tarboro, North Carolina, to Tucson, Arizona; and thence to the stricken city of San Francisco, Cal., and other points of interest throughout the West, including New Orleans, Dallas, Texas, Fort Worth, El Paso, Dalhart, Texas, Alamogordo, New Mexico, Juarez, Old Mexico, Bisbee, Arizona, Los Angeles, California, San Pedro, California, Searchlight, Nevada, Denver, Colorado, and more than a hundred other points of interest...." (From the Preface) Certain letters that are included in the text at the end of Chapter 9 are not read but may be accessed at: http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45322 </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/from-north-carolina-to-southern-california-without-a-ticket-and-how-i-did-it-by-john-peele/ |
decided write account many adventures dangers befell making way practically without penny tarboro north carolina tucson arizona thence stricken city san francisco cal points interest throughout west including new orleans dallas texas fort worth el paso dalhart texas alamogordo new mexico juarez old mexico bisbee arizona los angeles california san pedro california searchlight nevada denver colorado hundred points interest from preface certain letters included text end chapter 9 read may accessed at http www gutenberg org ebooks 45322 p |
| 8451 |
8384 |
9005 |
Theodoric the Goth |
Thomas Hodgkin |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
Theodoric the Great (~454-526) was king of the Ostrogoths during the time of the terminal decline of the Western Roman Empire. After wandering with his people through the Balkans, at times allied with the Eastern Empire, and at others, its enemy, he was invited by the Emperor Zeno to invade and conquer Italy on behalf of the Empire. He defeated the Germanic king Odovacar, who had himself deposed the last Emperor of the West, and established the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy. He became known as "King of the Goths and Romans in Italy", ruling according to the principle of civilitas. His reign was a time of stability and prosperity. ( Patrick Eaton) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/theodoric-the-goth-by-thomas-hodgkin/ |
theodoric great 454 526 king ostrogoths time terminal decline western roman empire wandering people balkans times allied eastern empire others enemy invited emperor zeno invade conquer italy behalf empire defeated germanic king odovacar deposed last emperor west established ostrogothic kingdom italy became known king goths romans italy ruling according principle civilitas reign time stability prosperity patrick eaton p |
| 8452 |
8385 |
9006 |
Balladen |
Carl Spitteler |
Ballads |
Eine Balladensammlung des Schweizer Dichters und Schriftstellers Carl Spitteler. Er erhielt 1919 den Nobelpreis für Literatur. - Summary by Julia Niedermaier</p> |
German |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/balladen-by-carl-spitteler/ |
eine balladensammlung des schweizer dichters und schriftstellers carl spitteler er erhielt 1919 den nobelpreis für literatur summary julia niedermaier p |
| 8453 |
8386 |
9007 |
Borough |
George Crabbe |
Single author, Narratives |
English village life and villagers in the east of England in the late 1700’s and early 1800s—is the subject of The Borough. George Crabbe was an English poet, surgeon, and clergyman. He is best known for his early use of the realistic narrative form and his descriptions of middle and working-class life and people. Lord Byron, an avowed admirer of Crabbe's poetry, described him as "nature's sternest painter, yet the best." Crabbe's poetry was predominantly in the form of heroic couplets, and has been described as unsentimental in its depiction of provincial life and society. Modern critic Frank Whitehead has said that "Crabbe, in his verse tales in particular, is an important–indeed, a major–poet whose work has been and still is seriously undervalued." A borough is an administrative division in various countries. In principle, the term borough designates a self-governing township although, in practice, official use of the term varies widely. Benjamin Britten took the story of Peter Grimes (Letter 22) for his opera of the same name, though Britten changed the import of the story. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/the-borough-by-george-crabbe/ |
english village life villagers east england late 1700 s early 1800s is subject borough george crabbe english poet surgeon clergyman best known early use realistic narrative form descriptions middle working class life people lord byron avowed admirer crabbe s poetry described nature s sternest painter yet best crabbe s poetry predominantly form heroic couplets described unsentimental depiction provincial life society modern critic frank whitehead said crabbe verse tales particular important indeed major poet whose work still seriously undervalued borough administrative division various countries principle term borough designates self governing township although practice official use term varies widely benjamin britten took story peter grimes letter 22 opera name though britten changed import story summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8454 |
8387 |
9008 |
Patience (Bunthorne's Bride) |
W. S. Gilbert |
Comedy |
A comic operetta which is a satire on the themes of fashion and pretension and hero-worship. Bunthorne is a poet who pretends to be highly "idealised" in order to impress the ladies. They all worship him, except for Patience, the dairy maid, who is the only one he loves. However, his grand plan goes awry with the arrival of Grosvenor who is more idealised and more poetical then he is. The ladies all flock after Grosvenor instead, until Bunthorne curses him with poor fashion sense and stoutness! But will the curse bring Bunthorne his Patience? (Summary by Beth Thomas)<br><br>\n<b>Cast:</b><br>\nReginald Bunthorne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nArchibald Grosvenor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nColonel Calverley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nMajor Murgatroyd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7848">bala</a><br>\nLieut. The Duke of Dunstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nPatience: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4145">Patti Cunningham</a><br>\nThe Lady Angela: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6544">Amanda Friday</a><br>\nThe Lady Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nThe Lady Saphir: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7679">Libby Gohn</a><br>\nThe Lady Ella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nLady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nDragoon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nNarrator and Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br><br>\n<b>Audio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a></b> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/patience-bunthornes-bride-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
comic operetta satire themes fashion pretension hero worship bunthorne poet pretends highly idealised order impress ladies worship him except patience dairy maid one loves however grand plan goes awry arrival grosvenor idealised poetical is ladies flock grosvenor instead bunthorne curses poor fashion sense stoutness curse bring bunthorne patience summary beth thomas br br b cast b br reginald bunthorne a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br archibald grosvenor a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br colonel calverley a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br major murgatroyd a href https librivox org reader 7848 bala a br lieut duke dunstable a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br patience a href https librivox org reader 4145 patti cunningham a br lady angela a href https librivox org reader 6544 amanda friday a br lady jane a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br lady saphir a href https librivox org reader 7679 libby gohn a br lady ella a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br lady a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br dragoon a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br narrator chorus a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br br b audio edited a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a b |
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8399 |
9020 |
Life of Prince Metternich |
George Bruce Malleson |
Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Klemens von Metternich (1773-1859) first foreign minister, and then chancellor of the Austrian Empire was a great diplomat: crafty, manipulative, and single-minded in his determination to overthrow Napoleon and his revolutionary ideals and to reestablish the European monarchical system. In this short 1888 biography, the British officer, Colonel G. B. Malleson, describes how the charming, aristocratic Metternich devoted countless hours to winning Napoleon's trust and to buying time for his country, until a rearmed Austria, at the head of the Sixth Coalition, was able to defeat the still-formidable Corsican. From 1815 until his downfall amid the revolutions of 1848, Malleson writes of Metternich that he devoted "all his power, all his influence, all his untiring energy, to the forging of new fetters for the human race." (summary by Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-prince-metternich-by-george-bruce-malleson/ |
klemens von metternich 1773 1859 first foreign minister chancellor austrian empire great diplomat crafty manipulative single minded determination overthrow napoleon revolutionary ideals reestablish european monarchical system short 1888 biography british officer colonel g b malleson describes charming aristocratic metternich devoted countless hours winning napoleon s trust buying time country rearmed austria head sixth coalition able defeat still formidable corsican 1815 downfall amid revolutions 1848 malleson writes metternich devoted all power influence untiring energy forging new fetters human race summary pamela nagami |
| 8456 |
8388 |
9009 |
Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3A - Vol. 2 |
Federal Aviation Administration |
Education |
<p>This audiobook is volume 2 from the Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3A. This volume covers chapters 11 to 15, on transitions to complex, multiengine, tailwheel, turboprop, and jet aircraft. Study of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which is available at http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/ . From the preface: "The Airplane Flying Handbook is designed as a technical manual to introduce basic pilot skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes. It provides information on transition to other airplanes and the operation of various airplane systems. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with various aviation educators and industry." Chapters 1-10 are recorded in <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-1-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 1</a> and Chapter 16, Emergency Procedures, is <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-3-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 3</a>. - Summary by Norman Elfer</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-2-by-federal-aviation-administration/ |
p this audiobook volume 2 airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a volume covers chapters 11 15 transitions complex multiengine tailwheel turboprop jet aircraft study handbook include pdf faa available http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals preface the airplane flying handbook designed technical manual introduce basic pilot skills knowledge essential piloting airplanes provides information transition airplanes operation various airplane systems developed flight standards service airman testing standards branch cooperation various aviation educators industry chapters 1 10 recorded a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 1 by federal aviation administration volume 1 a chapter 16 emergency procedures a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 3 by federal aviation administration volume 3 a summary norman elfer p |
| 8457 |
8389 |
9010 |
Maud, and Other Poems |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Single author |
A collection of poems by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, his first book of poetry after having become poet laureate in 1850. Among the "other poems" is <i>The Charge of the Light Brigade</i>, the most well-known poem in this collection. However, the bulk of the text is the poem <i>Maud</i>, which explores love, courtship, loss, grief, and purpose through the eyes of the emotionally unstable poet narrator. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/maud-and-other-poems-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
collection poems alfred lord tennyson first book poetry become poet laureate 1850 among other poems i the charge light brigade i well known poem collection however bulk text poem i maud i explores love courtship loss grief purpose eyes emotionally unstable poet narrator summary triciag |
| 8458 |
8390 |
9011 |
Vorst |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Political Science |
Het boek bevat raadgevingen voor vorsten over hoe ze hun staat moeten besturen. De voornaamste bezigheid van de vorst moest volgens hem het bemachtigen, consolideren en in stand houden van zijn macht zijn. Hij was vol bewondering voor grote staatsmannen, omdat ze eenheid, orde, vrede en voorspoed brachten voor de bevolking. Hij maakte een onderscheid tussen de heersers en het volk; tussen degenen die willen heersen en degenen die niet beheerst willen worden. Hij koos duidelijk de kant van de heersers.\n\nMachiavelli was op zoek naar een principe nuovo (nieuwe vorst) om de vreemdelingen te verdrijven en Italië te herenigen. Hiermee had hij voornamelijk de Katholieke Kerk op het oog, die hij het liefst verbannen zag uit de Florentijnse stadstaat. Hij wijdde zijn leven aan het Italiaanse vaderland en wilde dat Italië opnieuw zo groot en machtig werd als het oude Rome. Machiavelli staat bekend om amorele machtspolitiek op basis van staatsmacht, militaire kracht en een open oog voor machtsuitbreiding. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Dutch |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/de-vorst-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
het boek bevat raadgevingen voor vorsten hoe ze hun staat moeten besturen de voornaamste bezigheid van de vorst moest volgens hem het bemachtigen consolideren en stand houden van zijn macht zijn hij vol bewondering voor grote staatsmannen omdat ze eenheid orde vrede en voorspoed brachten voor de bevolking hij maakte een onderscheid tussen de heersers en het volk tussen degenen die willen heersen en degenen die niet beheerst willen worden hij koos duidelijk de kant van de heersers machiavelli op zoek naar een principe nuovo nieuwe vorst om de vreemdelingen te verdrijven en italië te herenigen hiermee hij voornamelijk de katholieke kerk op het oog die hij het liefst verbannen zag uit de florentijnse stadstaat hij wijdde zijn leven aan het italiaanse vaderland en wilde dat italië opnieuw zo groot en machtig werd als het oude rome machiavelli staat bekend om amorele machtspolitiek op basis van staatsmacht militaire kracht en een open oog voor machtsuitbreiding summary wikipedia |
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8391 |
9012 |
Swann's Way (Version 2) |
Marcel Proust |
Literary Fiction |
"Swann's Way" is the first of the seven parts of Marcel Proust's great autobiographical novel "In Search of Lost Time." From the very first page the reader is drawn into the many facets of memory, memory as prompted by all the human senses. "Swann's Way (Du côté de chez Swann, sometimes translated as The Way by Swann's) (1913) was rejected by a number of publishers, including Fasquelle, Ollendorff, and the Nouvelle Revue Française (NRF). André Gide was famously given the manuscript to read to advise NRF on publication, and leafing through the seemingly endless collection of memories and philosophizing or melancholic episodes, came across a few minor syntactic errors, which made him decide to turn the work down in his audit. Proust eventually arranged with the publisher Grasset to pay the cost of publication himself. When published it was advertised as the first of a three-volume novel (Bouillaguet and Rogers, 316-7). Du côté de chez Swann is divided into four parts: "Combray I" (sometimes referred to in English as the "Overture"), "Combray II," "Un Amour de Swann," and "Noms de pays: le nom." ('Names of places: the name'). A third-person novella within Du côté de chez Swann, "Un Amour de Swann" is sometimes published as a volume by itself. As it forms the self-contained story of Charles Swann's love affair with Odette de Crécy and is relatively short, it is generally considered a good introduction to the work and is often a set text in French schools. "Combray I" is also similarly excerpted; it ends with the famous madeleine cake episode, introducing the theme of involuntary memory. In early 1914, André Gide, who had been involved in NRF's rejection of the book, wrote to Proust to apologize and to offer congratulations on the novel. "For several days I have been unable to put your book down.... The rejection of this book will remain the most serious mistake ever made by the NRF and, since I bear the shame of being very much responsible for it, one of the most stinging and remorseful regrets of my life." - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/swanns-way-by-marcel-proust-2/ |
swann s way first seven parts marcel proust s great autobiographical novel in search lost time first page reader drawn many facets memory memory prompted human senses swann s way du côté de chez swann sometimes translated way swann s 1913 rejected number publishers including fasquelle ollendorff nouvelle revue française nrf andré gide famously given manuscript read advise nrf publication leafing seemingly endless collection memories philosophizing melancholic episodes came across minor syntactic errors made decide turn work audit proust eventually arranged publisher grasset pay cost publication himself published advertised first three volume novel bouillaguet rogers 316 7 du côté de chez swann divided four parts combray i sometimes referred english overture combray ii un amour de swann noms de pays le nom names places name third person novella within du côté de chez swann un amour de swann sometimes published volume itself forms self contained story charles swann s love affair odette de crécy relatively short generally considered good introduction work often set text french schools combray i also similarly excerpted ends famous madeleine cake episode introducing theme involuntary memory early 1914 andré gide involved nrf s rejection book wrote proust apologize offer congratulations novel for several days unable put book down rejection book remain serious mistake ever made nrf and since bear shame much responsible it one stinging remorseful regrets life summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 8460 |
8392 |
9013 |
Screen Acting |
Mae Marsh |
*Non-fiction, Memoirs |
Silent film star, Mae Marsh, recounts her life as an actress in this publication, what she deems as being the answer to thousands of letters written to her over the years inquiring about what it takes to be a screen actor. As she states in the introduction, "So much ambition, so many questions!" - Summary by Amanda Friday</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/screen-acting-by-mae-marsh/ |
silent film star mae marsh recounts life actress publication deems answer thousands letters written years inquiring takes screen actor states introduction so much ambition many questions summary amanda friday p |
| 8461 |
8406 |
9027 |
How to Make a Man of Consequence |
Mark Lemon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Mark Lemon had a natural talent for journalism and the stage, and, at twenty-six, retired from less congenial business to devote himself to the writing of plays. More than sixty of his melodramas, operettas and comedies were produced in London, whilst at the same time he was contributing to a wide variety of magazines and newspapers, and was founding editor of both Punch and The Field. (Summary form Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-make-a-man-of-consequence-by-mark-lemon/ |
mark lemon natural talent journalism stage and twenty six retired less congenial business devote writing plays sixty melodramas operettas comedies produced london whilst time contributing wide variety magazines newspapers founding editor punch field summary form wikipedia p |
| 8462 |
8393 |
9014 |
Airplane Flying Handbook FAA-H-8083-3A - Vol. 3 |
Federal Aviation Administration |
Education |
This audiobook is third and final volume of the Airplane Flying Handbook. This volume is chapter 16, Emergency Procedures. From the preface: "The Airplane Flying Handbook is designed as a technical manual to introduce basic pilot skills and knowledge that are essential for piloting airplanes. It provides information on transition to other airplanes and the operation of various airplane systems. It is developed by the Flight Standards Service, Airman Testing Standards Branch, in cooperation with various aviation educators and industry." This volume applies to basic piloting skills and training aircraft, <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-1-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 1</a>, as well as transitions to other types of aircraft, <a href="https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-2-by-federal-aviation-administration/">Volume 2</a>. - Summary by Norman Elfer</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/airplane-flying-handbook-faa-h-8083-3a-vol-3-by-federal-aviation-administration/ |
audiobook third final volume airplane flying handbook volume chapter 16 emergency procedures preface the airplane flying handbook designed technical manual introduce basic pilot skills knowledge essential piloting airplanes provides information transition airplanes operation various airplane systems developed flight standards service airman testing standards branch cooperation various aviation educators industry volume applies basic piloting skills training aircraft a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 1 by federal aviation administration volume 1 a well transitions types aircraft a href https librivox org airplane flying handbook faa h 8083 3a vol 2 by federal aviation administration volume 2 a summary norman elfer p |
| 8463 |
8394 |
9015 |
Sword Blades and Poppy Seed |
Amy Lowell |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Amy Lowell, published in 1914.\n\n"Against the multitudinous array of daily verse our times produce this volume utters itself with a range and brilliancy wholly remarkable. I cannot see that Miss Lowell's use of unrhymed 'vers libre' has been surpassed in English. Read 'The Captured Goddess', 'Music', and 'The Precinct. Rochester', a piece of mastercraft in this kind. A wealth of subtleties and sympathies, gorgeously wrought, full of macabre effects (as many of the poems are) and brilliantly worked out. The things of splendor she has made she will hardly outdo in their kind." (Josephine Preston Peabody, 'The Boston Herald', 1916) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/sword-blades-and-poppy-seed-by-amy-lowell/ |
volume poems amy lowell published 1914 against multitudinous array daily verse times produce volume utters range brilliancy wholly remarkable cannot see miss lowell s use unrhymed vers libre surpassed english read the captured goddess music the precinct rochester piece mastercraft kind wealth subtleties sympathies gorgeously wrought full macabre effects as many poems are brilliantly worked out things splendor made hardly outdo kind josephine preston peabody the boston herald 1916 p |
| 8464 |
8395 |
9016 |
Verbrechen |
Maxim Gorky |
General Fiction |
Nach dem Tode seines Vaters verlässt der einfältige und mittellose Wanja Kusmin sein heimatliches Dorf, um in der Stadt Arbeit zu finden. Doch er macht die Bekanntschaft des arbeitsscheuen Jeremé Salakin, der seinen Lebensunterhalt durch kleine Diebstähle und Bettelei bestreitet.\nAuf dem Wege zu einer geplanten, ihr Niveau übersteigenden größeren Straftat, durch die sie vermeinen, ihre elende Situation zu verbessern, begehen sie ein schreckliches Verbrechen, welches infolge der Einfalt Wanjas nicht lange verborgen bleibt.\nIn dieser frühen Erzählung beschreibt Gorki mit knappen Worten die soziale Situation der verarmten Unterschicht in der russischen Provinz im neunzehnten Jahrhundert. - Summary by Friedrich</p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ein-verbrechen-by-maxim-gorky/ |
nach dem tode seines vaters verlässt der einfältige und mittellose wanja kusmin sein heimatliches dorf um der stadt arbeit zu finden doch er macht die bekanntschaft des arbeitsscheuen jeremé salakin der seinen lebensunterhalt durch kleine diebstähle und bettelei bestreitet auf dem wege zu einer geplanten ihr niveau übersteigenden größeren straftat durch die sie vermeinen ihre elende situation zu verbessern begehen sie ein schreckliches verbrechen welches infolge der einfalt wanjas nicht lange verborgen bleibt dieser frühen erzählung beschreibt gorki mit knappen worten die soziale situation der verarmten unterschicht der russischen provinz im neunzehnten jahrhundert summary friedrich p |
| 8465 |
8396 |
9017 |
Tinted Venus |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
When a young newly engaged man finds himself bound for an amusement garden with an old flame, not his fiancee, it is not surprising that he still feels some attraction for her. When they escape the heat of the dance floor to walk among the trees in the garden, it is not surprising that they should come upon a statue of a woman of uncommon beauty, with the smallest hands. When the young man attempts to demonstrate that his absent fiancee has hands even smaller than this immortalized stone woman, it is surprising when the engagement ring he is carrying fits easily on the stone finger, but does not easily come off. There are many surprises to come with with this sculpted woman and the all too lively young lady from his past. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-tinted-venus-by-f-anstey/ |
young newly engaged man finds bound amusement garden old flame fiancee surprising still feels attraction her escape heat dance floor walk among trees garden surprising come upon statue woman uncommon beauty smallest hands young man attempts demonstrate absent fiancee hands even smaller immortalized stone woman surprising engagement ring carrying fits easily stone finger easily come off many surprises come sculpted woman lively young lady past summary w jenkins p |
| 8466 |
8397 |
9018 |
Helena |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Helena é o terceiro romance de Machado de Assis e foi publicado entre agosto e novembro de 1876 como folhetim. O livro se inicia com a morte do Conselheiro Vale, funcionário do governo que criou certa fortuna no Brasil Império. O Conselheiro é retratado como homem de ótimas relações na alta sociedade carioca e de certa inclinação à vida boêmia. De seu sucesso como figura pública, a família herda tanto uma fortuna considerável quanto relações duradouras com detentores do poder do Brasil da época: padres, médicos e políticos. De sua vida desregrada, contudo, a herança é uma filha ilegítima até então desconhecida, a jovem Helena. O último pedido do Conselheiro se expressa em seu testamento nos seguintes termos: seu filho Estácio e a parenta Dona Úrsula devem aceitar Helena como um membro legítimo da família assim que ela deixar a escola.\nBoa parte da trama lida com a difícil adaptação da moça no novo ambiente familiar. Machado de Assis se vale de temas tradicionais da tradição romântica francesa (romances proibidos, incesto, conflitos entre classes sociais) e a partir deles desenvolve métodos de exposição de paradoxos próprios da psicologia humana e da vida em sociedade que se tornaram marca distintiva de sua ficção. (Resumo por F. V. Silva)</p> |
Portuguese |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/helena-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
helena é terceiro romance de machado de assis e foi publicado entre agosto e novembro de 1876 como folhetim livro se inicia com morte conselheiro vale funcionário governo que criou certa fortuna brasil império conselheiro é retratado como homem de ótimas relações na alta sociedade carioca e de certa inclinação à vida boêmia de seu sucesso como figura pública família herda tanto uma fortuna considerável quanto relações duradouras com detentores poder brasil da época padres médicos e políticos de sua vida desregrada contudo herança é uma filha ilegítima até então desconhecida jovem helena último pedido conselheiro se expressa em seu testamento nos seguintes termos seu filho estácio e parenta dona úrsula devem aceitar helena como um membro legítimo da família assim que ela deixar escola boa parte da trama lida com difícil adaptação da moça novo ambiente familiar machado de assis se vale de temas tradicionais da tradição romântica francesa romances proibidos incesto conflitos entre classes sociais e partir deles desenvolve métodos de exposição de paradoxos próprios da psicologia humana e da vida em sociedade que se tornaram marca distintiva de sua ficção resumo por f v silva p |
| 8467 |
8398 |
9019 |
Short Poetry Collection 157 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 23 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2016.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-157-by-various/ |
collection 23 poems read librivox volunteers june 2016 p |
| 8468 |
8400 |
9021 |
Winnowing Fan: Poems On The Great War |
Robert Laurence Binyon |
Single author, War & Military |
This little gem of a book contains twelve poems about World War I. There is more to it than its intrinsic value as verse. Edward Elgar (1857-1934) set three of the poems (The Fourth Of August, To Women, For The Fallen) in his cantata The Spirit of England (1915-1917). Since its composing and musical setting, For The Fallen has held an honored place in every November 11th Remembrance Day for Britain and the Commonwealth (Memorial Day for Americans). Moved by the opening of the Great War and the already high number of casualties of the British Expeditionary Force, in 1914 Laurence Binyon wrote his For the Fallen, with its Ode of Remembrance, as he was visiting the cliffs on the north Cornwall coast,… The third and fourth verses of the poem (although often just the fourth) have so been claimed as a tribute to all casualties of war, regardless of nation.\n - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-winnowing-fan-poems-on-the-great-war-by-robert-laurence-binyon/ |
little gem book contains twelve poems world war i intrinsic value verse edward elgar 1857 1934 set three poems the fourth august women fallen cantata spirit england 1915 1917 since composing musical setting fallen held honored place every november 11th remembrance day britain commonwealth memorial day americans moved opening great war already high number casualties british expeditionary force 1914 laurence binyon wrote fallen ode remembrance visiting cliffs north cornwall coast third fourth verses poem although often fourth claimed tribute casualties war regardless nation summary wikipedia david wales |
| 8469 |
8401 |
9022 |
Flight of the Shadow |
George MacDonald |
Gothic Fiction |
A fantastical story of personal growth and a warning against the dangers of keeping secrets. This novel by George MacDonald is a deceptively easy read aimed to be accessible to teens, but the ideas will remain in your mind long afterwards. Beautifully written in the style of Gothic Novels of the nineteenth century, a story about relationships and redemption, secrets and confessions and an inspiring example of how to live in the light. - Summary by Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-flight-of-the-shadow-by-george-macdonald/ |
fantastical story personal growth warning dangers keeping secrets novel george macdonald deceptively easy read aimed accessible teens ideas remain mind long afterwards beautifully written style gothic novels nineteenth century story relationships redemption secrets confessions inspiring example live light summary beth thomas p |
| 8470 |
8402 |
9023 |
Beckside Lights |
John Ackworth |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
John Ackworth was the pen name of the Rev. Frederick R. Smith, a Methodist minister who was born in Snaith, Yorkshire, but spent much of his career as a circuit preacher in Lancashire. Beckside Lights is the sequel to his popular collection of stories Clog Shop Chronicles. Set in the fictional village of Beckside (said to be somewhere between Manchester and Bolton), the book consists of 12 tales of everyday life in a close-knit Methodist community, which continue with a third volume, Doxy Dent (1899). Based on an entertaining group of Methodist who gather around Jabez Clegg's clog shop fire, the stories are sentimental at times, but Ackworth has a nice sense of irony and refrains from proselytizing. Ackworth was also a student of the Lancashire dialect and the spoken passages in his books are mostly written in a phonetic version of late 19th-century Bolton speech, which I have done my best to reproduce. ( Phil Benson)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/beckside-lights-by-john-ackworth/ |
john ackworth pen name rev frederick r smith methodist minister born snaith yorkshire spent much career circuit preacher lancashire beckside lights sequel popular collection stories clog shop chronicles set fictional village beckside said somewhere manchester bolton book consists 12 tales everyday life close knit methodist community continue third volume doxy dent 1899 based entertaining group methodist gather around jabez clegg s clog shop fire stories sentimental times ackworth nice sense irony refrains proselytizing ackworth also student lancashire dialect spoken passages books mostly written phonetic version late 19th century bolton speech done best reproduce phil benson p |
| 8471 |
8403 |
9024 |
Dude Wrangler |
Caroline Lockhart |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
Spoiled, handsome, 24 year old Easterner meets pretty, no-nonsense gal from Wyoming, is instantly smitten and does a sea-change to try and impress her in this genial romantic comedy. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-dude-wrangler-by-caroline-lockhart/ |
spoiled handsome 24 year old easterner meets pretty no nonsense gal wyoming instantly smitten sea change try impress genial romantic comedy summary bellonatimes p |
| 8472 |
8404 |
9025 |
Rogue's Life |
Wilkie Collins |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
"[T]he story offers the faithful reflection of a very happy time in my past life. It was written at Paris, when I had Charles Dickens for a near neighbor and a daily companion, and when my leisure hours were joyously passed with many other friends, all associated with literature and art, of whom the admirable comedian, Regnier, is now the only survivor. The revising of these pages has been to me a melancholy task. I can only hope that they may cheer the sad moments of others. The Rogue may surely claim two merits, at least, in the eyes of the new generation—he is never serious for two moments together; and he "doesn't take long to read." W. C." - Summary from the Introductory Words</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/a-rogues-life-by-wilkie-collins/ |
t he story offers faithful reflection happy time past life written paris charles dickens near neighbor daily companion leisure hours joyously passed many friends associated literature art admirable comedian regnier survivor revising pages melancholy task hope may cheer sad moments others rogue may surely claim two merits least eyes new generation he never serious two moments together doesn t take long read w c summary introductory words p |
| 8473 |
8405 |
9026 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Scientists |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre. <br><br>\n\nIn this volume he reflects on the lives of well known scientists. Included are Sir Isaac Newton, Galileo Galilei, Nicolaus Copernicus, Alexander von Humboldt, William Herschel, Charles Darwin, Ernst Haeckel, Carl Linnaeus, Thomas H. Huxley, John Tyndall, Alfred R. Wallace, and John Fiske. (Summary by Lucy Perry and Availle.)<br><br>\n\nThis is Volume 12 in a series of 14 books. </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-great-scientists-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard describes homes authors poets social reformers prestigious people reflecting surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre br br volume reflects lives well known scientists included sir isaac newton galileo galilei nicolaus copernicus alexander von humboldt william herschel charles darwin ernst haeckel carl linnaeus thomas h huxley john tyndall alfred r wallace john fiske summary lucy perry availle br br volume 12 series 14 books p |
| 8474 |
8407 |
9028 |
India Wharf |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale was an American lyric poet.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-india-wharf-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american lyric poet p |
| 8475 |
8408 |
9029 |
Surprising Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew, King of the Beggars |
Bampfylde Moore Carew |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Travel Fiction |
The Surprising Adventures of Bampfylde Moore Carew recounts the wide-ranging exploits of a real-life rogue – a wily professional mendicant who roams 18th-century England extracting charity from merchants, clergyman, and members of the landed gentry alike, employing in his craft an ingenious variety of deceptions and disguises put on for the purpose. Often he impersonates a shipwreck-surviving seaman and uses his wide knowledge of foreign parts and personages to achieve plausibility. Or he might appear on a doorstep as a destitute woman in widow's weeds, toting borrowed babes to enhance the effect. </p>\n\nIn the course of his psychological experiments in the science of inducing charity, Bampfylde Moore Carew takes great delight in touching the same mark more than once, back to back, offering up a different identity each time he scores. Sometimes, after the fact, he unmasks to his prey, and a drinking-party ensues. Twice, though, he is apprehended and transported to colonial America to be sold into slavery. During his first American sojourn, he lives among peaceful Indians before wangling his way back to England, feigning smallpox en route to avoid being pressed into military service. On another occasion, though, he is press-ganged onto a warship bound up the Baltic but, as always, uses his wits to make his way back to his beloved wife and daughter in England. </p>\n\nThis book opens a panoramic window onto the day-to-day problems and social practices of those attempting to survive the precarious first half of the 18th century. Appended to the tale is A Dictionary of the Cant Language, listing the colorful, semisecret argot used by mendicants to, among other things, describe targets of opportunity while evading comprehension by overhearing ears. A sort of urban dictionary of its day, it includes such surprising entries as "flaybottomist - a schoolmaster," "lousetrap - a comb" and "tip the velvet - to tongue a woman." (Grant Hurlock) </p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-surprising-adventures-of-bampfylde-moore-carew-king-of-the-beggars-by-bampfylde-moore-carew/ |
surprising adventures bampfylde moore carew recounts wide ranging exploits real life rogue wily professional mendicant roams 18th century england extracting charity merchants clergyman members landed gentry alike employing craft ingenious variety deceptions disguises put purpose often impersonates shipwreck surviving seaman uses wide knowledge foreign parts personages achieve plausibility might appear doorstep destitute woman widow s weeds toting borrowed babes enhance effect p course psychological experiments science inducing charity bampfylde moore carew takes great delight touching mark once back back offering different identity time scores sometimes fact unmasks prey drinking party ensues twice though apprehended transported colonial america sold slavery first american sojourn lives among peaceful indians wangling way back england feigning smallpox en route avoid pressed military service another occasion though press ganged onto warship bound baltic but always uses wits make way back beloved wife daughter england p book opens panoramic window onto day to day problems social practices attempting survive precarious first half 18th century appended tale dictionary cant language listing colorful semisecret argot used mendicants to among things describe targets opportunity evading comprehension overhearing ears sort urban dictionary day includes surprising entries flaybottomist schoolmaster lousetrap comb tip velvet tongue woman grant hurlock p |
| 8476 |
8409 |
9030 |
Love and Freindship, and Other Early Works |
Jane Austen |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction, Short Stories |
This book draws together some of Jane Austen's earliest literary efforts. It includes "Love & Freindship" and "Lesley Castle" both told through the medium of letters written by the characters. It also contains her wonderful "History of England" and a "Collection of Letters" and lastly a chapter containing "Scraps".\nIn these offerings, we may see the beginnings of Miss Austen's literary style. We may also discern traces of characters that we encounter in her later works. G. K. Chesterton in his preface, for example, says of a passage in Love and Freindship; "... is there not the foreshadowing of another and more famous father; and do we not hear for a moment, in the rustic cottage by the Uske, the unmistakable voice of Mr. Bennet?" These works are certainly worth exploring for their own sakes and not simply as historical relics.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/love-freindship-and-other-early-works-by-jane-austen/ |
book draws together jane austen s earliest literary efforts includes love freindship lesley castle told medium letters written characters also contains wonderful history england collection letters lastly chapter containing scraps offerings may see beginnings miss austen s literary style may also discern traces characters encounter later works g k chesterton preface example says passage love freindship foreshadowing another famous father hear moment rustic cottage uske unmistakable voice mr bennet works certainly worth exploring sakes simply historical relics summary noel badrian p |
| 8477 |
8410 |
9031 |
Tom Slade On The River |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
Action & Adventure |
Published with the permission of the Boy Scouts of America, this is one of a series of adventure books for boys telling of the adventures and exploits of scout Tom Slade and his chums. “Let your boy grow up with Tom Slade,” was a suggestion which thousands of parents followed , making TOM SLADE BOOKS the most popular boys’ books published in their day. "They take Tom Slade through a series of typical boy adventures through his tenderfoot days as a scout, through his gallant days as an American doughboy in France, back to his old patrol and the old camp ground at Black Lake, and so on." (Lynne Thompson, with quote from the afterword) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/tom-slade-on-the-river-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh/ |
published permission boy scouts america one series adventure books boys telling adventures exploits scout tom slade chums let boy grow tom slade suggestion thousands parents followed making tom slade books popular boys books published day they take tom slade series typical boy adventures tenderfoot days scout gallant days american doughboy france back old patrol old camp ground black lake on lynne thompson quote afterword p |
| 8478 |
8411 |
9032 |
Sixty Years in Southern California 1853-1913 |
Harris Newmark |
Modern (19th C), Modern (20th C) |
Harris Newmark was personally acquainted with every person and family involved in the founding of the city of Los Angeles, California. He gathers into this well-written book his reminiscences of the period from 1853 to 1913, as Los Angeles developed from a tiny village surrounded by great ranchos into a modern city. This book is a fascinating treasure trove of information for anyone who lives in Los Angeles. ***NOTE: It should be noted that there is language within this book that was commonplace during the time this book was written that is often considered offensive today.***(Summary by PJ Landau, Note by KHand) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/sixty-years-in-southern-california-1853-1913-by-harris-newmark/ |
harris newmark personally acquainted every person family involved founding city los angeles california gathers well written book reminiscences period 1853 1913 los angeles developed tiny village surrounded great ranchos modern city book fascinating treasure trove information anyone lives los angeles note noted language within book commonplace time book written often considered offensive today summary pj landau note khand |
| 8479 |
8412 |
9033 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 021 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 021: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members. - Summary by Elli</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-021-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 021 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members summary elli p |
| 8480 |
8413 |
9034 |
Short Poetry Collection 134 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 18 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-134-by-various/ |
collection 18 poems read librivox volunteers july 2014 p |
| 8481 |
8421 |
9042 |
Judith Trachtenberg |
Karl Emil Franzos |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Der Roman ist ein Sittengemälde, in dem die komplizierten, von Vorurteilen geprägten Verhältnisse der jüdischen und christlichen Bevölkerungsgruppen im österreichischen Osteuropa des 19. Jahrhunderts am Beispiel der Liebe der hübschen Jüdin Judith zu dem christlichen Grafen Agenor dargestellt werden.<br>\nDurch seinen Standesdünkel gezwungen, kann der Graf Judith nicht heiraten und baut sein Verhältnis zu ihr auf ein Fundament aus Lügen und Täuschungen. Auch Judith muss ihrer auf verknöcherte Traditionen gestellten Umgebung entfliehen, um nicht verstoßen zu werden.<br>\nLetztendlich wird deutlich, dass es eine gemeinsame, für beide glückliche Zukunft nicht geben kann.<br>\nNeben der eigentlichen Handlung – der Entwicklung der Beziehung zwischen Judith und Agenor – werden die gesellschaftlichen Verhältnisse der damaligen Zeit durch das Einbeziehen weiterer, klar gezeichneter Charaktere in den Handlungsverlauf treffend beleuchtet.<br>\nDer Roman endet tragisch.<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Friedrich)</p> |
German |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/judith-trachtenberg-by-karl-emil-franzos/ |
der roman ist ein sittengemälde dem die komplizierten von vorurteilen geprägten verhältnisse der jüdischen und christlichen bevölkerungsgruppen im österreichischen osteuropa des 19 jahrhunderts beispiel der liebe der hübschen jüdin judith zu dem christlichen grafen agenor dargestellt werden br durch seinen standesdünkel gezwungen kann der graf judith nicht heiraten und baut sein verhältnis zu ihr auf ein fundament aus lügen und täuschungen auch judith muss ihrer auf verknöcherte traditionen gestellten umgebung entfliehen um nicht verstoßen zu werden br letztendlich wird deutlich dass es eine gemeinsame für beide glückliche zukunft nicht geben kann br neben der eigentlichen handlung der entwicklung der beziehung zwischen judith und agenor werden die gesellschaftlichen verhältnisse der damaligen zeit durch das einbeziehen weiterer klar gezeichneter charaktere den handlungsverlauf treffend beleuchtet br der roman endet tragisch br zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
| 8482 |
8414 |
9035 |
Autobiography of a Clown |
Isaac Marcosson |
Biography & Autobiography |
This "as told to" autobiography of Jules Turnour is based on a popular article that appeared in the Saturday Evening Post in 1909. Turnour relates through Marcosson his personal history and that of the circus, both in Europe and the United States. By recounting touching, amusing, and heartbreaking events that he experienced or witnessed, he demonstrates his love of circus life and his craft. "As soon as I hear the music of the band...and the indescribable movement of the crowd toward the big tent...I am stirred to action, the weariness falls away like magic, and I am young again." Photographs of Mr. Turnour are interspersed throughout the text, which is accessible at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46139 ~ Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-a-clown-by-isaac-marcosson/ |
as told to autobiography jules turnour based popular article appeared saturday evening post 1909 turnour relates marcosson personal history circus europe united states recounting touching amusing heartbreaking events experienced witnessed demonstrates love circus life craft as soon hear music band and indescribable movement crowd toward big tent i stirred action weariness falls away like magic young again photographs mr turnour interspersed throughout text accessible http www gutenberg org ebooks 46139 lee smalley p |
| 8483 |
8415 |
9036 |
How to Write a Novel |
Anonymous |
*Non-fiction, Writing & Linguistics |
I address myself to the man or woman of talent—those people who have writing ability, but who need instruction in the manipulation of characters, the formation of plots, and a host of other points with which I shall deal hereafter. Although no school could turn out novelists to order there is yet enough common material in all art-work to be mapped out in a course of lessons. I shall show that the two great requisites of novel-writing are (1) a good story to tell, and (2) ability to tell it effectively. Briefly stated, my position is this: no teaching can produce "good stories to tell," but it can increase the power of "the telling," and change it from crude and ineffective methods to those which reach the apex of developed art. - Summary from the preface</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-write-a-novel-by-anonymous/ |
address man woman talent those people writing ability need instruction manipulation characters formation plots host points shall deal hereafter although school could turn novelists order yet enough common material art work mapped course lessons shall show two great requisites novel writing 1 good story tell 2 ability tell effectively briefly stated position this teaching produce good stories tell increase power the telling change crude ineffective methods reach apex developed art summary preface p |
| 8484 |
8416 |
9037 |
American Idyll: The Life of Carlton H. Parker |
Cornelia Stratton Parker |
Memoirs |
In a memoir marked by joy, love, and an unbending sense of adventure, Cornelia Stratton Parker reveals the heart of a unique man and their life together. As a member of California's turn-of-the-20th-century Immigration and Housing Commission, Carlton H. Parker came to understand the problems surrounding migrant camps and the labor movement in general. In this volume she recounts his undertakings in that regard and their family life. - Summary by Mary Schneider<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/an-american-idyll-the-life-of-carlton-h-parker-by-cornelia-stratton-parker/ |
memoir marked joy love unbending sense adventure cornelia stratton parker reveals heart unique man life together member california s turn of the 20th century immigration housing commission carlton h parker came understand problems surrounding migrant camps labor movement general volume recounts undertakings regard family life summary mary schneider p |
| 8485 |
8417 |
9038 |
Ellendigen - Deel 4 - St. Denis |
Victor Hugo |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
De Ellendigen is een vertaling van Les Miserables, een sociale roman, met een sterke moraal. Hugo neemt het in zijn werk op voor de paria’s in de 19e-eeuwse maatschappij en richt in een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar ‘meedogenloze’ wetten. Valjean is de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat, die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden. Dit is het vierde van de vijf delen. Genoemd naar de plaats van handeling St. Denis - Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders.<br /><br />\nTussen opname 16 en 17 zijn door de vertaler twee delen weggelaten.<br /><br /> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/de-ellendigen-deel-4-st-denis-by-victor-hugo/ |
de ellendigen een vertaling van les miserables een sociale roman met een sterke moraal hugo neemt het zijn werk op voor de paria s de 19e eeuwse maatschappij en richt een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar meedogenloze wetten valjean de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden dit het vierde van de vijf delen genoemd naar de plaats van handeling st denis samenvatting door marcel coenders br br tussen opname 16 en 17 zijn door de vertaler twee delen weggelaten br br |
| 8486 |
8418 |
9039 |
Among the Night People |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Single Author Collections |
No need to be afraid of the dark - here is a wonderful collection of stories about the creatures and personalities who live at night and sleep in the day. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-night-people-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
need afraid dark wonderful collection stories creatures personalities live night sleep day summary jude somers p |
| 8487 |
8419 |
9040 |
Coffee Break Collection 010 - War and Conflict |
Various |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
This is the tenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for work/study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "war and conflict" - From battles to pub brawls to divorce, studying human conflict has produced some of the most powerful pieces of writing. Summary by Rosie</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-010-war-and-conflict-by-various/ |
tenth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great work study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection war conflict battles pub brawls divorce studying human conflict produced powerful pieces writing summary rosie p |
| 8488 |
8420 |
9041 |
Aesop's Fables - new translation |
Aesop |
General |
284 fables on a wide range of subjects, written by the famous author Aesop. </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/aesops-fables-new-translation-by-aesop/ |
284 fables wide range subjects written famous author aesop p |
| 8489 |
8422 |
9043 |
Guards Came Through and other Poems |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Arthur Conan Doyle, published in 1919. Many of them concern wartime experiences. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-guards-came-through-and-other-poems-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
volume poems arthur conan doyle published 1919 many concern wartime experiences summary carolin p |
| 8490 |
8424 |
9045 |
Pioneer Life Among The Loyalists In Upper Canada |
Walter Stevens Herrington |
History |
What became of the citizens who remained loyal to the Crown when the thirteen British colonies rebelled against England – and won! These Loyalists suffered discrimination and persecution in the nation aborning. Thousands of them left their homes for England; other thousands left for Canada and other British colonies. This book is about the Loyalists who settled in Upper Canada. “To present a picture of the early settlements of Ontario and enter into the daily life of the pioneers is a most fascinating task…. in our search for information concerning the evolution of the homestead, and the customs and peculiarities of the common folk of long ago.“ - Summary by Book preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pioneer-life-among-the-loyalists-in-upper-canada-by-walter-stevens-herrington/ |
became citizens remained loyal crown thirteen british colonies rebelled england won loyalists suffered discrimination persecution nation aborning thousands left homes england thousands left canada british colonies book loyalists settled upper canada to present picture early settlements ontario enter daily life pioneers fascinating task search information concerning evolution homestead customs peculiarities common folk long ago summary book preface david wales p |
| 8491 |
8425 |
9046 |
Bell Upon Organ |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George MacDonald (10 December 1824 – 18 September 1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. (Summary form Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bell-upon-organ-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald 10 december 1824 18 september 1905 scottish author poet christian minister pioneering figure field fantasy literature mentor fellow writer lewis carroll writings cited major literary influence many notable authors including w h auden c s lewis j r r tolkien walter de la mare e nesbit madeleine l engle summary form wikipedia p |
| 8492 |
8426 |
9047 |
Sword of Welleran and Other Stories |
Lord Dunsany |
Single Author Collections |
The Sword of Welleran and Other Stories is the third book by Irish fantasy writer Lord Dunsany, considered a major influence on the work of J. R. R. Tolkien, H. P. Lovecraft, Ursula K. Le Guin and others. It was first published in hardcover by George Allen & Sons in October, 1908, and has been reprinted a number of times since. Issued by the Modern Library in a combined edition with A Dreamer's Tales as A Dreamer's Tales and Other Stories in 1917.</p>\n\nThe book is a series of short stories, some of them linked by Dunsany's invented pantheon of deities who dwell in Pegāna, which were the focus of his earlier collections The Gods of Pegāna and Time and the Gods. One of the stories, "The Fortress Unvanquishable, Save for Sacnoth," was afterwards (1910) published by itself as a separate book. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-sword-of-welleran-and-other-stories-by-lord-dunsany/ |
sword welleran stories third book irish fantasy writer lord dunsany considered major influence work j r r tolkien h p lovecraft ursula k le guin others first published hardcover george allen sons october 1908 reprinted number times since issued modern library combined edition dreamer s tales dreamer s tales stories 1917 p book series short stories linked dunsany s invented pantheon deities dwell pegāna focus earlier collections gods pegāna time gods one stories the fortress unvanquishable save sacnoth afterwards 1910 published separate book summary wikipedia p |
| 8493 |
8427 |
9048 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 04 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
<p><h3><b>The National Geographic Magazine Volume 4, articles published in 1892 and 1893.</b></h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The Evolution of Commerce: Annual Address by the President, Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n<li>Studies of Muir Glacier, Alaska</li>\n<li>Geography of the Air: Annual Report by Vice-President General A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>The Mother Maps of the United States</li>\n<li>An Expedition through the Yukon District</li>\n<li>The North American Deserts</li>\n<li>The Alaskan Boundary Survey</li>\n<li>Collinson's Arctic Journey</li>\n<li>Notes:</li>\n<ul><li>Topographic Survey of Canada</li>\n<li>Lieutenant Peary's Crossing of northern Greenland</li>\n<li>Geographic Prizes</li></ul>\n</li></p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-04-by-various/ |
p h3 b the national geographic magazine volume 4 articles published 1892 1893 b h3 ul li the evolution commerce annual address president gardiner g hubbard li li studies muir glacier alaska li li geography air annual report vice president general a w greely li li the mother maps united states li li an expedition yukon district li li the north american deserts li li the alaskan boundary survey li li collinson s arctic journey li li notes li ul li topographic survey canada li li lieutenant peary s crossing northern greenland li li geographic prizes li ul li p |
| 8494 |
8428 |
9049 |
Guide to Stoicism |
St. George William Joseph Stock |
*Non-fiction |
This book is a primer on the philosophy of stoicism, resurrected from its origins in Greek and Roman philosophy. The original philosophy was based on a reasoning process which it was assumed would lead to a virtuous life. Zeno, the founder of stoicism, did not begin expounding on its teachings until he was in his forties. He believed that the purpose of life was "to live consistently." Cleanthes, his disciple, added "with nature," so that the purpose of life became "to live consistently with nature." - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/a-guide-to-stoicism-by-st-george-william-joseph-stock/ |
book primer philosophy stoicism resurrected origins greek roman philosophy original philosophy based reasoning process assumed would lead virtuous life zeno founder stoicism begin expounding teachings forties believed purpose life to live consistently cleanthes disciple added with nature purpose life became to live consistently nature summary bill boerst p |
| 8495 |
8429 |
9050 |
Bonnie Prince Charlie: a Tale of Fontenoy and Culloden |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
This is a tale of the son of a Scottish officer, who gets arrested for helping a Jacobite agent. Set during the Jacobite rebellion in Scotland in 1755, the boy escapes and makes it to France and shares some adventures with Prince Charlie. - Summary by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/bonnie-prince-charlie-a-tale-of-fontenoy-and-culloden-by-g-a-henty/ |
tale son scottish officer gets arrested helping jacobite agent set jacobite rebellion scotland 1755 boy escapes makes france shares adventures prince charlie summary ann boulais p |
| 8496 |
8430 |
9051 |
Measure Of A Man; A Tale Of The Big Woods |
Norman Duncan |
Published 1900 onward |
A tale of a singular man at work among lumber-jacks. Duncan's droll style and tongue-in-cheek viewpoint keep the reader and listener much entertained. - Summary by Book preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-measure-of-a-man-a-tale-of-the-big-woods-by-norman-duncan/ |
tale singular man work among lumber jacks duncan s droll style tongue in cheek viewpoint keep reader listener much entertained summary book preface david wales p |
| 8497 |
8431 |
9052 |
めぐりあひ (Meguriai) |
Shuusei Tokuda |
Family |
友吉は少年です。彼の家族は、お父さん、お母さん、妹そして、赤ん坊です。彼等は、彼が5歳になるまで、お母さんの故郷に住んでいました。そして、東京に移りました。お父さんは大酒飲みです。ついに、お母さんは、赤ん坊を連れて、実家に帰ってしまいました。お父さんと2人の子供は、お父さんの故郷に帰りました。ある夏の日、友吉と妹は、家を出て、東京行きの列車に乗り込みました。そして、東京で、お母さんの故郷に行く列車に乗り換えました。ついに、彼等は、お母さん、お婆さん、叔母さんなどと会うことができました。\n<br><br>\nTomokichi is a boy. His family is father, mother, a younger sister and a baby. They lived in his mother's home town until he was five. Then they moved to Tokyo. His father drank too much. At last his mother went back to her home with a baby. His father and the two children went to his father's home town. One day in summer Tomokichi and his sister went out of the home and got on a train to Tokyo. Then they took another train to his mother's home town. At last they met their mother, grandmother, aunt, etc. - Summary by ekzemplaro<br/><br/> |
Japanese |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/meguriai-by-shuusei-tokuda/ |
友吉は少年です 彼の家族は お父さん お母さん 妹そして 赤ん坊です 彼等は 彼が5歳になるまで お母さんの故郷に住んでいました そして 東京に移りました お父さんは大酒飲みです ついに お母さんは 赤ん坊を連れて 実家に帰ってしまいました お父さんと2人の子供は お父さんの故郷に帰りました ある夏の日 友吉と妹は 家を出て 東京行きの列車に乗り込みました そして 東京で お母さんの故郷に行く列車に乗り換えました ついに 彼等は お母さん お婆さん 叔母さんなどと会うことができました br br tomokichi boy family father mother younger sister baby lived mother s home town five moved tokyo father drank much last mother went back home baby father two children went father s home town one day summer tomokichi sister went home got train tokyo took another train mother s home town last met mother grandmother aunt etc summary ekzemplaro br br |
| 8498 |
8432 |
9053 |
Collected Articles of Frederick Douglass |
Frederick Douglass |
*Non-fiction |
These two articles were reproduced as an e-book by Project Gutenberg in 2008 to supplement "...several articles by Frederick Douglass, whose larger work was presented in book form as a January, 1993 Project Gutenberg Etext to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day...." The articles narrated here are "My Escape From Slavery" (1881) and "Reconstruction" (1866). - Summary by Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/collected-articles-of-frederick-douglass-by-frederick-douglass/ |
two articles reproduced e book project gutenberg 2008 supplement several articles frederick douglass whose larger work presented book form january 1993 project gutenberg etext commemorate martin luther king jr day articles narrated my escape slavery 1881 reconstruction 1866 summary lee smalley p |
| 8499 |
8433 |
9054 |
Climber's Dream |
Edward Woodley Bowling |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edward Woodley Bowling was apparently a rector at the Church of All Saints in Houghton Conquest, Bedfordshire, England in the late 1800's, this poem is taken from Sagittulae, Random Verses.\nIn this book's introduction he writes \n"The general reader will probably think that some apology is due to him from me for publishing verses of so crude and trivial a character.\n\nI can only say that the smallest of bows should sometimes be unstrung, and that if my little arrows are flimsy and light they will, I trust, wound no one." (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-climbers-dream-by-edward-woodley-bowling/ |
edward woodley bowling apparently rector church saints houghton conquest bedfordshire england late 1800 s poem taken sagittulae random verses book s introduction writes the general reader probably think apology due publishing verses crude trivial character say smallest bows sometimes unstrung little arrows flimsy light will trust wound one summary david lawrence p |
| 8500 |
8434 |
9055 |
Notting Hill Mystery |
Charles Warren Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Charles Felix was the pseudonym of Charles Warren Adams, an English Lawyer and publisher and is now known to have been the author of "The Notting Hill Mystery", thought to be the first full length detective novel in English.\nThe story first appeared as an eight part serial in a weekly magazine in 1862, and was subsequently published as a single volume novel in 1865.</p>\nThe story deals with the then newly emerging field of 'mesmerism' which we now know as hypnotism, and its use in the planning and execution of three truly devious crimes. The novel, unsually, is written wholly in the form of a series of letters and reports gathered by the investigator from the various witnesses in the case, and the reader is left to decide themselves the guilt or otherwise of the chief suspect. (summary by Kevin Green)</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-notting-hill-mystery-by-charles-warren-adams/ |
charles felix pseudonym charles warren adams english lawyer publisher known author the notting hill mystery thought first full length detective novel english story first appeared eight part serial weekly magazine 1862 subsequently published single volume novel 1865 p story deals newly emerging field mesmerism know hypnotism use planning execution three truly devious crimes novel unsually written wholly form series letters reports gathered investigator various witnesses case reader left decide guilt otherwise chief suspect summary kevin green p |
| 8501 |
8435 |
9056 |
Journal of a Disappointed Man |
W. N. P. Barbellion |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Health & Fitness |
The journal of British naturalist Bruce Frederick Cummings, spanning from his early childhood through to his early death from complications stemming from multiple sclerosis. The diary combines beautiful, lyrical passages concerning the natural world with more introspective ruminations reminiscent of Kafka. Although successful and scandalous upon their publication in 1919, interest in the diaries has faded along with public interest in naturalism and diary writing more generally. However, Cummings' work is very modern is its forthright confessional tone and contains some deeply moving pieces of writing not easily forgotten. - Summary by Adam Whybray |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-journal-of-a-disappointed-man-by-w-n-p-barbellion/ |
journal british naturalist bruce frederick cummings spanning early childhood early death complications stemming multiple sclerosis diary combines beautiful lyrical passages concerning natural world introspective ruminations reminiscent kafka although successful scandalous upon publication 1919 interest diaries faded along public interest naturalism diary writing generally however cummings work modern forthright confessional tone contains deeply moving pieces writing easily forgotten summary adam whybray |
| 8502 |
8450 |
9071 |
Where Go the Boats |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Where Go the Boats is a short poem by Robert Louis Stevenson. He was a Scottish author famous for writing Treasure Island. He also wrote many poems, including this one, which was published in A Child's Garden of Verses.(Summary by Sweet Pea)\n\nSome comments from our readers..\n"I hope my recording floats your boat." - Assaf\n"Help prevent toy loss, tie boat to dock after play." - Bruce\n"I conceive that this simple little verse is about time and writing. Of course, it may just be about little boats." - Jason </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/where-go-the-boats-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
go boats short poem robert louis stevenson scottish author famous writing treasure island also wrote many poems including one published child s garden verses summary sweet pea comments readers i hope recording floats boat assaf help prevent toy loss tie boat dock play bruce i conceive simple little verse time writing course may little boats jason p |
| 8503 |
8436 |
9057 |
Rezanov |
Gertrude Atherton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
This novel by the prolific Californian author Gertrude Horn Atherton is based on the real life story of Nikolai Rezanov, a man who, in 1806, pushed for the Russian colonization of Alaska and California. "Not twenty pages have you turned before you know this Rezanov, privy councilor, grand chamberlain, plenipotentiary of the Russo-American company, imperial inspector of the extreme eastern and northwestern dominions of his imperial majesty Alexander the First, emperor of Russia—all this and more, a man." Twenty-one years later, Atherton penned the biography "Rezánov and Doña Concha" on the centennial of a famed romance between the statesman and a Spanish girl, who became a nun after his death. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/rezanov-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
novel prolific californian author gertrude horn atherton based real life story nikolai rezanov man who 1806 pushed russian colonization alaska california not twenty pages turned know rezanov privy councilor grand chamberlain plenipotentiary russo american company imperial inspector extreme eastern northwestern dominions imperial majesty alexander first emperor russia all more man twenty one years later atherton penned biography rezánov doña concha centennial famed romance statesman spanish girl became nun death summary lynne thompson p |
| 8504 |
8437 |
9058 |
Coast of Bohemia |
William Dean Howells |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
William Dean Howells is at his iconoclastic best in this exploration of bourgeois values, particularly in the clash between respectable society and the dubious bohemian world of Art and Poetry. Cornelia Saunders has everything going for her in her middle-class world: comfort, good looks, attentive young men. She seems willing to risk it all for the sake of what might be an artistic Gift, venturing with great trepidation to put her foot over the line into Bohemia to see if it might be the thing for her. Skewering the conventions of sentimental literature as usual, Howells keeps the reader guessing to the end as to the fate of Cornelia and her Gift. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-coast-of-bohemia-by-william-dean-howells/ |
william dean howells iconoclastic best exploration bourgeois values particularly clash respectable society dubious bohemian world art poetry cornelia saunders everything going middle class world comfort good looks attentive young men seems willing risk sake might artistic gift venturing great trepidation put foot line bohemia see might thing her skewering conventions sentimental literature usual howells keeps reader guessing end fate cornelia gift summary expatriate p |
| 8505 |
8438 |
9059 |
Phoenix and the Carpet (version 2) |
E. Nesbit |
General |
Five children discover a mysterious egg in their new nursery carpet - an egg which hatches into a magical talking Phoenix! The carpet is a magic one and takes them on all sorts of adventures which never quite turn out as planned... (Summary by Helen Taylor)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-phoenix-and-the-carpet-by-e-nesbit/ |
five children discover mysterious egg new nursery carpet egg hatches magical talking phoenix carpet magic one takes sorts adventures never quite turn planned summary helen taylor p |
| 8506 |
8439 |
9060 |
Bible (Fenton) 28-39: Holy Bible in Modern English: Hosea - Malaki |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman called Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The Ever-Living". The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." For his translation of the Book of Job which appeared in 1898, Fenton was assisted by Henrik Borgström. This was "rendered into the same metre as the original Hebrew, word by word and line by line". His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke.<br><br>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/bible-fenton-28-39-holy-bible-in-modern-english-hosea-malaki-by-ferrar-fenton-bible/ |
work translation began 1853 london businessman called ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages translation book job appeared 1898 fenton assisted henrik borgström rendered metre original hebrew word word line line translation new testament based greek text westcott hort ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke br br notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original summary wikipedia p |
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8440 |
9061 |
Enfants du capitaine Grant |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Lord et Lady Glenarvan font une excursion au large de Glasgow à bord de leur yacht. L'équipage pêche un requin dans le ventre duquel on découvre une bouteille de Veuve Clicquot qui contient un message de détresse en trois langues différentes. <br><br>\nUne expédition est mise en place pour tenter de retrouver les survivants.</p> |
French |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/les-enfants-du-capitaine-grant-by-jules-verne/ |
lord et lady glenarvan font une excursion au large de glasgow à bord de leur yacht l équipage pêche un requin dans le ventre duquel découvre une bouteille de veuve clicquot qui contient un message de détresse en trois langues différentes br br une expédition est mise en place pour tenter de retrouver les survivants p |
| 8508 |
8441 |
9062 |
Descriptive Analyses of Piano Works |
Edward Baxter Perry |
Music |
A look at the poetic motivations behind certain piano works. An understanding of these pieces on purely poetic grounds, with little insight into the technical or objective side of the music. How to understand the pieces in terms of an assumed poetical meaning for performer and listener. - Summary by Reader</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/descriptive-analyses-of-piano-works-by-edward-baxter-perry/ |
look poetic motivations behind certain piano works understanding pieces purely poetic grounds little insight technical objective side music understand pieces terms assumed poetical meaning performer listener summary reader p |
| 8509 |
8442 |
9063 |
Dark Night's Work |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Love, murder and class commentary in Mrs Gaskell's usual brilliant style! This novel was originally serialised and published by Charles Dickens, with whom Mrs Gaskell had several disagreements. She chose to avoid melodrama and concentrate on psychological realism to produce a moving story of people meeting and parting across class divides. - Summary by Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/a-dark-nights-work-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
love murder class commentary mrs gaskell s usual brilliant style novel originally serialised published charles dickens mrs gaskell several disagreements chose avoid melodrama concentrate psychological realism produce moving story people meeting parting across class divides summary beth thomas p |
| 8510 |
8491 |
9112 |
Three Science Fiction Stories by Fritz Leiber |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
The Moon is Green, Bread Overhead and What's He Doing In There?! Three of the best known and loved Science Fiction short stories by the wonderful Fritz Lieber. Always tongue in cheek, and always with a funny twist, Leiber deftly shows how humans will adapt to or mess up the future. In ways that only humans can. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/three-science-fiction-stories-by-fritz-leiber-by-fritz-leiber/ |
moon green bread overhead what s there three best known loved science fiction short stories wonderful fritz lieber always tongue cheek always funny twist leiber deftly shows humans adapt mess future ways humans can summary phil chenevert p |
| 8511 |
8444 |
9065 |
Anno 2070: een blik in de toekomst |
Pieter Harting |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Science Fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Een schrijver die vrij hardhandig met de nukken en grillen van de toekomst kennis maakte, was de negentiende-eeuwse professor Pieter Harting (pseudoniem: dr. Dioscorides). Het probleem was niet zozeer dat het voorspelde niet uitkwam, maar dat het hinderlijk vroeg uitkwam. Het leek of de toekomst een loopje met Harting nam. Nog maar net had hij in 1865 in zijn boek ‘Anno 2065’ geschreven over allerhande technische wonderen die in dat jaar te verwachten zouden zijn, of de toekomst had hem ingehaald. In 1870, toen de - geactualiseerde - derde druk van Hartings boek ter perse ging onder (hoe kan het anders) de titel ‘Anno 2070’, moest Harting melden dat de door hem voor het jaar 2065 voorziene spoortunnels tussen Zwitserland en Italië al bijna klaar waren. En zo was er meer. De toekomst was bijna twee eeuwen voor op het schema. ‘Indien het zoo blijft voortgaan’, mopperde Harting, dan zullen er wellicht onder mijn jongere lezers sommigen zijn die nog eenen tijd zullen beleven, waarin zelfs dit werkje geheel verouderd is en zijn titel als eene ironie op de langzaamheid van den vooruitgang wordt beschouwd’ (uit De toekomst is bijna volgeboekt: Profetische literatuur in Nederland door Riemer Reinsma uit De Revisor. Jaargang 8. Z.n., Amsterdam 1981)) </p> |
Dutch |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/anno-2070-een-blik-in-de-toekomst-by-dr-dioscorides/ |
een schrijver die vrij hardhandig met de nukken en grillen van de toekomst kennis maakte de negentiende eeuwse professor pieter harting pseudoniem dr dioscorides het probleem niet zozeer dat het voorspelde niet uitkwam maar dat het hinderlijk vroeg uitkwam het leek de toekomst een loopje met harting nam nog maar net hij 1865 zijn boek anno 2065 geschreven allerhande technische wonderen die dat jaar te verwachten zouden zijn de toekomst hem ingehaald 1870 toen de geactualiseerde derde druk van hartings boek ter perse ging onder hoe kan het anders de titel anno 2070 moest harting melden dat de door hem voor het jaar 2065 voorziene spoortunnels tussen zwitserland en italië al bijna klaar waren en zo er meer de toekomst bijna twee eeuwen voor op het schema indien het zoo blijft voortgaan mopperde harting dan zullen er wellicht onder mijn jongere lezers sommigen zijn die nog eenen tijd zullen beleven waarin zelfs dit werkje geheel verouderd en zijn titel als eene ironie op de langzaamheid van den vooruitgang wordt beschouwd uit de toekomst bijna volgeboekt profetische literatuur nederland door riemer reinsma uit de revisor jaargang 8 z n amsterdam 1981 p |
| 8512 |
8445 |
9066 |
Secret Service |
Albert Richardson |
Modern (19th C) |
Albert Richardson was a reporter for Horace Greeley’s New York Tribune when he volunteered to hazard an undercover journey through the American south, reporting incognito on the growing secession crisis in that region. With the outbreak of the Civil War in April 1861, he attached himself to the Union armies as a war correspondent, sending dispatches from the fields of battle for the next two years. Then, in May 1863, while attempting to pass a Confederate battery outside Vicksburg, Richardson found himself thrown from a burning barge into the Mississippi River, swimming for his life with a squad of Union soldiers and several other reporters. Captured as a prisoner, he was at first confident that as a civilian newspaperman he would be quickly exchanged. Instead, he was to spend the next 18 months in various prisoner of war camps. Seizing at last an opportunity for escape, he set out to cross the snowy Appalachians in the dead of winter, heading for Union lines in Tennessee, assisted by a secret network of slaves, Unionists, and bushwhackers. Albert Richardson’s own personal memoir of his wartime adventures, published in 1865, offers readers a rousing historical narrative presented with a journalist’s eye for detail. (Summary by Maria Kasper)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-service-by-albert-richardson/ |
albert richardson reporter horace greeley s new york tribune volunteered hazard undercover journey american south reporting incognito growing secession crisis region outbreak civil war april 1861 attached union armies war correspondent sending dispatches fields battle next two years then may 1863 attempting pass confederate battery outside vicksburg richardson found thrown burning barge mississippi river swimming life squad union soldiers several reporters captured prisoner first confident civilian newspaperman would quickly exchanged instead spend next 18 months various prisoner war camps seizing last opportunity escape set cross snowy appalachians dead winter heading union lines tennessee assisted secret network slaves unionists bushwhackers albert richardson s personal memoir wartime adventures published 1865 offers readers rousing historical narrative presented journalist s eye detail summary maria kasper p |
| 8513 |
8446 |
9067 |
Elsie's Widowhood |
Martha Finley |
Family, Christian Fiction |
<p>The seventh in the Elsie Dinsmore series, this book begins with the death of Elsie's beloved husband. As Elsie learns to live in widowhood, the story shifts to the lives of those most precious to her - her children and extended family. - Summary by KHand<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-widowhood-by-martha-finley/ |
p the seventh elsie dinsmore series book begins death elsie s beloved husband elsie learns live widowhood story shifts lives precious children extended family summary khand p |
| 8514 |
8447 |
9068 |
Landleaguers |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Near Galway, young Florian Jones has just converted to Catholicism when he witnesses the deliberate destruction of his English father’s land by the Catholic Landleaguers. The Irish Land War has commenced, with the boycotting of wealthy landowners and a brutal chain of revenge killings. This is the story of Florian, his father, his two beautiful sisters, his adult brother Frank, and Frank’s beloved Rachel, an American singer working the London stage with her firebrand father. It’s also the story of the social order coming apart and then painfully coming back together in one Irish county. The Landleaguers was Anthony Trollope’s last book and was not completed before he died in 1882, but proceeds far enough to be a touching and engrossing story and to leave the reader pretty certain of the outcome. - Summary by Angie |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-landleaguers-by-anthony-trollope/ |
near galway young florian jones converted catholicism witnesses deliberate destruction english father s land catholic landleaguers irish land war commenced boycotting wealthy landowners brutal chain revenge killings story florian father two beautiful sisters adult brother frank frank s beloved rachel american singer working london stage firebrand father it s also story social order coming apart painfully coming back together one irish county landleaguers anthony trollope s last book completed died 1882 proceeds far enough touching engrossing story leave reader pretty certain outcome summary angie |
| 8515 |
8448 |
9069 |
Life and Times of Frederick Douglass |
Frederick Douglass |
Biography & Autobiography |
Frederick Douglass published his highly acclaimed third autobiography, Life and Times of Frederick Douglass, in 1881 and revised it in 1892. The emancipation of American slaves during and following the American Civil War enabled him to relate in this volume more details of his life as a slave and his escape from slavery than he could in his two previous autobiographies, which would have put him and his family in danger. It is the only Douglass autobiography to discuss his life during and after the Civil War, his encounters with several American presidents including Lincoln and Garfield, his account of the ill-fated "Freedman's Bank", and his service as the United States Marshall of the District of Columbia and as U. S. Minister to Haiti. This masterfully written book is all the more remarkable because it is the product of one who as a slave was denied the right to any schooling. ~ Adapted from Wikipedia by Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-times-of-frederick-douglass-by-frederick-douglass/ |
frederick douglass published highly acclaimed third autobiography life times frederick douglass 1881 revised 1892 emancipation american slaves following american civil war enabled relate volume details life slave escape slavery could two previous autobiographies would put family danger douglass autobiography discuss life civil war encounters several american presidents including lincoln garfield account ill fated freedman s bank service united states marshall district columbia u s minister haiti masterfully written book remarkable product one slave denied right schooling adapted wikipedia lee smalley p |
| 8516 |
8449 |
9070 |
Fabeloj |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a book which includes five short classic stories by Hans Christian Andersen. These have been translated into Esperanto, with effort made to keep the translation true to the original text. The five stories contained in this book are : La brava stansoldato (The brave tin soldier) ; Rakonto pri patrino (The story of a mother) ; La fajroŝtalo (The tinderbox) ; La princino sur pizo (The princess and the pea) ; La knabineto kun la alumetoj (The little match-seller). The book also includes an introduction, written by the translator, on the subject of Hans Christian Andersen himself. (Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle)</p> |
Esperanto |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/fabeloj-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
book includes five short classic stories hans christian andersen translated esperanto effort made keep translation true original text five stories contained book la brava stansoldato the brave tin soldier rakonto pri patrino the story mother la fajroŝtalo the tinderbox la princino sur pizo the princess pea la knabineto kun la alumetoj the little match seller book also includes introduction written translator subject hans christian andersen himself summary rosslyn carlyle p |
| 8517 |
8451 |
9072 |
Child's Garden of Verses (version 2) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry |
<b><i>A Child's Garden of Verses</b></i> is a collection of poems for children by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson. The collection first appeared in 1885 under the title Penny Whistles, but has been reprinted many times, often in illustrated versions. It contains about 65 poems - some quite short - including the cherished classics "The Lamplighter," "The Land of Counterpane," "Bed in Summer," "My Shadow" and "The Swing." (Summary by Wikipedia and Sweet Pea)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-garden-of-verses-by-robert-louis-stevenson-2/ |
b i a child s garden verses b i collection poems children scottish author robert louis stevenson collection first appeared 1885 title penny whistles reprinted many times often illustrated versions contains 65 poems quite short including cherished classics the lamplighter the land counterpane bed summer my shadow the swing summary wikipedia sweet pea p |
| 8518 |
8452 |
9073 |
On an Irish Jaunting-Car through Donegal and Connemara |
Samuel Gamble Bayne |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Travel & Geography, Memoirs |
This book gives a brief glimpse into the social history of Ireland in the early part of the 20th Century. During his 1902 tour through the north, west and south of Ireland the author provides entertaining insights into how those parts of Ireland were in that era. Born in Ramelton, County Donegal and education at Queens University Belfast, the Author then moved to America at the age 25. He enjoyed considerable success in Banking which lead to him eventually becoming a billionaire. From his writing we can deduce that he used some of his wealth on international travel, one such location being back to the country of his birth. Summary by Frank Lennon</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/on-an-irish-jaunting-car-through-donegal-and-connemara-by-samuel-gamble-bayne/ |
book gives brief glimpse social history ireland early part 20th century 1902 tour north west south ireland author provides entertaining insights parts ireland era born ramelton county donegal education queens university belfast author moved america age 25 enjoyed considerable success banking lead eventually becoming billionaire writing deduce used wealth international travel one location back country birth summary frank lennon p |
| 8519 |
8453 |
9074 |
Visit to Three Fronts: June 1916 |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
War & Military |
In the course of May 1916, the Italian authorities expressed a desire that some independent observer from Great Britain should visit their lines and report his impressions. It was at the time when our brave and capable allies had sustained a set-back in the Trentino owing to a sudden concentration of the Austrians, supported by very heavy artillery. I was asked to undertake this mission. In order to carry it out properly, I stipulated that I should be allowed to visit the British lines first, so that I might have some standard of comparison. The War Office kindly assented to my request. Later I obtained permission to pay a visit to the French front as well. Thus it was my great good fortune, at the very crisis of the war, to visit the battle line of each of the three great Western allies. I only wish that it had been within my power to complete my experiences in this seat of war by seeing the gallant little Belgian army which has done so remarkably well upon the extreme left wing of the hosts of freedom.<br></br>My experiences and impressions are here set down, and may have some small effect in counteracting those mischievous misunderstandings and mutual belittlements which are eagerly fomented by our cunning enemy. - Summary by Arthur Conan Doyle, Crowborough, July 1916.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-visit-to-three-fronts-june-1916-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
course may 1916 italian authorities expressed desire independent observer great britain visit lines report impressions time brave capable allies sustained set back trentino owing sudden concentration austrians supported heavy artillery asked undertake mission order carry properly stipulated allowed visit british lines first might standard comparison war office kindly assented request later obtained permission pay visit french front well thus great good fortune crisis war visit battle line three great western allies wish within power complete experiences seat war seeing gallant little belgian army done remarkably well upon extreme left wing hosts freedom br br my experiences impressions set down may small effect counteracting mischievous misunderstandings mutual belittlements eagerly fomented cunning enemy summary arthur conan doyle crowborough july 1916 p |
| 8520 |
8454 |
9075 |
Dome of Many-Coloured Glass |
Amy Lowell |
Single author |
This is a collection of lyrical poems, sonnets and verses for children by Amy Lowell.<br /><br />"For quaint pictorial exactitude and bizarrerie of color these poems remind one of Flemish masters and Dutch tulip gardens; again, they are fine and fantastic, like Venetian glass; and they are all curiously flooded with the moonlight of dreams. . . . Miss Lowell has a remarkable gift of what one might call the dramatic-decorative. Her decorative imagery is intensely dramatic, and her dramatic pictures are in themselves vivid and fantastic decorations." (Richard Le Gallienne, 'New York Times Book Review', 1916) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-dome-of-many-coloured-glass-by-amy-lowell/ |
collection lyrical poems sonnets verses children amy lowell br br for quaint pictorial exactitude bizarrerie color poems remind one flemish masters dutch tulip gardens again fine fantastic like venetian glass curiously flooded moonlight dreams miss lowell remarkable gift one might call dramatic decorative decorative imagery intensely dramatic dramatic pictures vivid fantastic decorations richard le gallienne new york times book review 1916 p |
| 8521 |
8455 |
9076 |
Delafield Affair |
Florence Finch Kelly |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
New Mexico's hot, dry winds are taking their toll: cattle suffer long treks to get food and water. But it is not just a hard time for them. Lucy Bancroft has sought a milder climate so she can recover from typhoid fever. She and her father stop to see Curt Conrad, a rancher, on their way to their new home. The two men discuss politics (some of it crooked) at the state level. they also talk about an easterner, a man named Delafield, who years earlier cheated Conrad's father out of his considerable wealth. Curt has vowed to seek revenge on Delafield if he can ever find the crook. thus begins a harrowing tale of determined search and blossoming love in the hot, dry climate of New Mexico. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-delafield-affair-by-florence-finch-kelly/ |
new mexico s hot dry winds taking toll cattle suffer long treks get food water hard time them lucy bancroft sought milder climate recover typhoid fever father stop see curt conrad rancher way new home two men discuss politics some crooked state level also talk easterner man named delafield years earlier cheated conrad s father considerable wealth curt vowed seek revenge delafield ever find crook thus begins harrowing tale determined search blossoming love hot dry climate new mexico summary bill boerst p |
| 8522 |
8456 |
9077 |
Economics |
Aristotle |
Business & Economics, Ancient |
Economics (Greek: ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΙΚΑ; Latin: Oeconomica) may not have been written by Aristotle. The author provides examples of methods used by the state to raise money including debt, currency devaluation, commodity controls, tariffs, sales tax, fines, violence and sacrilege. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/economics-by-aristotle/ |
economics greek οικονομικα latin oeconomica may written aristotle author provides examples methods used state raise money including debt currency devaluation commodity controls tariffs sales tax fines violence sacrilege summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 8523 |
8457 |
9078 |
Poetry of St John of the Cross |
Saint John of the Cross |
Single author |
The poems of St John of the Cross, with their mystic depth and spiritual ecstasy, stand among the world's great poems of Divine Love in all traditions. St John is one of the Roman Catholic Doctors of the Church, was a reformer of the Carmelite Order, and co-founder with St Teresa of Avila of the Discalced Carmelites. Teresa invited John to follow her, and in the protocols of the times, also became her Spiritual Director and Confessor. Many of their individual works could be considered the products of their mutual support and inspiration. - Summary by Ed Humpal</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-of-st-john-of-the-cross-by-saint-john-of-the-cross/ |
poems st john cross mystic depth spiritual ecstasy stand among world s great poems divine love traditions st john one roman catholic doctors church reformer carmelite order co founder st teresa avila discalced carmelites teresa invited john follow her protocols times also became spiritual director confessor many individual works could considered products mutual support inspiration summary ed humpal p |
| 8524 |
8460 |
9081 |
Duizend en één Nacht, Eerste deel |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Koning Schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn. Om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier. De dochter van deze grootvizier, Scheherazade, wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden. Om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning in de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is. De koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven. De volgende nacht komt het vervolg, maar ook dat verhaal is niet af. De koning gunt haar nog een nacht. Dit houdt Scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal. De koning is zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/duizend-en-een-nacht-deel-een-by-anoniem/ |
koning schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier de dochter van deze grootvizier scheherazade wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is de koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven de volgende nacht komt het vervolg maar ook dat verhaal niet af de koning gunt haar nog een nacht dit houdt scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal de koning zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden summary marcel coenders p |
| 8525 |
8461 |
9082 |
Kloster bei Sendomir |
Franz Grillparzer |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Zwei Ritter treffen spät in der Nacht im Kloster von Sendomir ein und bitten dort um Unterschlupf, der ihnen gewährt wird. Von einem Mönch erfahren sie, dass das Kloster erst seit 30 Jahren besteht, und auf Nachfragen erzählt er ihnen die tragische Geschichte des Klostergründers, des Grafen Starschensky. <br>\nFranz Grillparzer zählt zu den wichtigsten österreichischen Dramatikern. Er wird auch gerne als der österreichische Nationaldichter bezeichnet. Das Kloster bei Sendomir, erschienen 1828, ist eine von nur zwei Novellen Grillparzers.\n(Zusammenfassung von Availle)<br><br>\n\nThis is one of only two novellas by Austrian playwright Franz Grillparzer.</p> |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/kloster-sendomir-by-franz-grillparzer/ |
zwei ritter treffen spät der nacht im kloster von sendomir ein und bitten dort um unterschlupf der ihnen gewährt wird von einem mönch erfahren sie dass das kloster erst seit 30 jahren besteht und auf nachfragen erzählt er ihnen die tragische geschichte des klostergründers des grafen starschensky br franz grillparzer zählt zu den wichtigsten österreichischen dramatikern er wird auch gerne als der österreichische nationaldichter bezeichnet das kloster bei sendomir erschienen 1828 ist eine von nur zwei novellen grillparzers zusammenfassung von availle br br one two novellas austrian playwright franz grillparzer p |
| 8526 |
8462 |
9083 |
Daughter Of The Vine |
Gertrude Atherton |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
We are introduced to Englishman Dudley Thorpe on the evening of his arrival in California. At a ball, he is introduced to several belles, including the lovely Nina Randolph. Is this the start of something special? Dudley thinks so, but what about Nina? Why won't she open herself up to love? She is obviously attracted to Dudley. What is the dark secret she is hiding? Will it make a difference to Dudley's feelings? Who will be there for her in her time of need? Dudley or her odious cousin, Richard Clough? And what will San Francisco society make of it all? - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/a-daughter-of-the-vine-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
introduced englishman dudley thorpe evening arrival california ball introduced several belles including lovely nina randolph start something special dudley thinks so nina open love obviously attracted dudley dark secret hiding make difference dudley s feelings time need dudley odious cousin richard clough san francisco society make all summary lynne thompson p |
| 8527 |
8463 |
9084 |
Happy Boy |
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson |
Romance |
"A Happy Boy" was written in 1859 and 1860. It is, in my estimation, Bjørnson's best story of peasant life. In it the author has succeeded in drawing the characters with <i>remarkable distinctness</i>, while his profound psychological insight, his perfectly artless simplicity of style, and his thorough sympathy with the hero and his surroundings are nowhere more apparent. This view is sustained by the great popularity of "A Happy Boy" throughout Scandinavia. (From the Preface) <br /><br />Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1903.<br /><br /> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-happy-boy-by-bjornstjerne-bjornson/ |
a happy boy written 1859 1860 is estimation bjørnson s best story peasant life author succeeded drawing characters i remarkable distinctness i profound psychological insight perfectly artless simplicity style thorough sympathy hero surroundings nowhere apparent view sustained great popularity a happy boy throughout scandinavia from preface br br bjørnstjerne bjørnson received nobel prize literature 1903 br br |
| 8528 |
8464 |
9085 |
Contentment |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Eugene Field, Sr. was an American writer, best known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/contentment-by-eugene-field/ |
eugene field sr american writer best known children s poetry humorous essays p |
| 8529 |
8465 |
9086 |
Dave Dashaway, the Young Aviator |
Weldon Cobb |
Action & Adventure |
Never was there a more clever young aviator than Dave Dashaway, and all up-to-date lads will surely wish to make his acquaintance. This initial volume tells how the hero ran away from his miserly guardian, fell in with a successful airman, and became a young aviator of note. (From the 1913 edition)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dashaway-the-young-aviator-by-roy-rockwood/ |
never clever young aviator dave dashaway up to date lads surely wish make acquaintance initial volume tells hero ran away miserly guardian fell successful airman became young aviator note from 1913 edition p |
| 8530 |
8466 |
9087 |
Fourth Dimension Simply Explained |
Henry Parker Manning |
Essays & Short Works, Mathematics |
In January 1909 a friend of the Scientific American paid the sum of 500$ which was to be awarded as a prize for the best popular explanation of the Fourth Dimension. The object being to set forth in an essay not longer than 2500 words the meaning of the term so that the lay reader could understand it. 245 essays were submitted, the 500$ prize was awarded to Lieut.-Col. Graham Denby Fitch, Corps of Engineers, USA, and the essay was published in the Scientific American of July 3rd 1909. <br/> <br>\n\nDespite the character of the subject, extraordinary interest was manifested in the contest. Competitive essays were received from almost every civilized country. Because of this unexpected interest in the subject, it has seemed advisable to preserve a few of the essays which were submitted. Prof. Henry P. Manning (Brown Univ.) has chosen essays which lend themselves best for the purpose of a popular book on the Fourth Dimension, in other words, those which present the subject from as many different points of view as possible. <br> <br>\n\nThis book contains 22 of the submitted essays, starting with the prizewinning one, followed by three that received an honorable mention. (Summary adapted from the preface by Availle). |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-fourth-dimension-simply-explained-by-henry-parker-manning/ |
january 1909 friend scientific american paid sum 500 awarded prize best popular explanation fourth dimension object set forth essay longer 2500 words meaning term lay reader could understand it 245 essays submitted 500 prize awarded lieut col graham denby fitch corps engineers usa essay published scientific american july 3rd 1909 br br despite character subject extraordinary interest manifested contest competitive essays received almost every civilized country unexpected interest subject seemed advisable preserve essays submitted prof henry p manning brown univ chosen essays lend best purpose popular book fourth dimension words present subject many different points view possible br br book contains 22 submitted essays starting prizewinning one followed three received honorable mention summary adapted preface availle |
| 8531 |
8467 |
9088 |
Call Of The Canyon |
Zane Grey |
General Fiction, Romance, Westerns |
Glenn Kilbourne returns from the war and travels to Arizona to regain his health. There he is nursed back to health by an Arizona girl, Flo Hutter Kilbourne's fiancée, Carley Burch arrives in Arizona but soon becomes disillusioned with life in the West and returns to New York. Carley soon learns that life in the Big City is not what she really wants. Should she return to Arizaona? Will Glen still love Her?</p>\n\nNot only a great love story, Grey, as usual, describes the environment in all its glory. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-of-the-canyon-by-zane-grey/ |
glenn kilbourne returns war travels arizona regain health nursed back health arizona girl flo hutter kilbourne s fiancée carley burch arrives arizona soon becomes disillusioned life west returns new york carley soon learns life big city really wants return arizaona glen still love her p great love story grey usual describes environment glory summary richard kilmer p |
| 8532 |
8468 |
9089 |
Vital Question, or, What is to be Done? |
Nikolai Chernyshevsky |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Despised by Dostoyevsky and Tolstoy, What Is To Be Done? is a fascinating, sympathetic story of idealistic revolutionaries in mid-nineteenth century tsarist Russia; translator Nathan Haskell Dole affirms in his preface his conviction that it is a thriller that no one can put down once s/he begins it. Its variegated cast of characters includes Vera Pavlovna, a boldly independent woman in a time of great oppression, and the inspirational radical Rakhmetov. The author wrote the novel from the depths of the infamous Peter & Paul Fortress of St. Petersburg, the Abu Ghraib of tsarist Russia, and later spent many years of exile in Siberia. Dostoyevsky disparaged Chernyshevsky's novel repeatedly, most notably in The Possessed (as sort of bedside reading material for some of the more despicable characters) and in Notes From Underground. Chernyshevsky's legacy, however, was in inspiring an ascetic, self-abnegating radicalism in later revolutionaries and activists. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-vital-question-or-what-is-to-be-done-by-nikolai-chernyshevsky/ |
despised dostoyevsky tolstoy done fascinating sympathetic story idealistic revolutionaries mid nineteenth century tsarist russia translator nathan haskell dole affirms preface conviction thriller one put s he begins it variegated cast characters includes vera pavlovna boldly independent woman time great oppression inspirational radical rakhmetov author wrote novel depths infamous peter paul fortress st petersburg abu ghraib tsarist russia later spent many years exile siberia dostoyevsky disparaged chernyshevsky s novel repeatedly notably possessed as sort bedside reading material despicable characters notes underground chernyshevsky s legacy however inspiring ascetic self abnegating radicalism later revolutionaries activists summary expatriate p |
| 8533 |
8469 |
9090 |
Spontaneous Activity in Education |
Maria Montessori |
Education |
Maria Montessori saw that children gained a sense of satisfaction through doing work of their own choosing, and that the role of the adult was to allow this natural ability of the child to flourish through careful design of the environment, and the development of freedom within a positive structure. Through examples of her observations Montessori details the reasoning behind her methods. This book is translated from its original in Italian. - Summary by Grace En-Tien Chang |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/spontaneous-activity-in-education-by-maria-montessori/ |
maria montessori saw children gained sense satisfaction work choosing role adult allow natural ability child flourish careful design environment development freedom within positive structure examples observations montessori details reasoning behind methods book translated original italian summary grace en tien chang |
| 8534 |
8470 |
9091 |
Foliage: Various Poems |
William Henry Davies |
Single author |
W. H. Davies was a Welsh poet and writer. Davies spent a significant part of his life in the United Kingdom and United States, becoming one of the most popular poets of his time. Davies is usually considered one of the Georgian poets, although much of his work is atypical of the style and themes adopted by others of the genre. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/foliage-various-poems-by-william-henry-davies/ |
w h davies welsh poet writer davies spent significant part life united kingdom united states becoming one popular poets time davies usually considered one georgian poets although much work atypical style themes adopted others genre summary wikipedia p |
| 8535 |
8471 |
9092 |
Michael Kohlhaas (Version 2) |
Heinrich von Kleist |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Die Novelle spielt in der Mitte des 16. Jahrhunderts und handelt vom Pferdehändler Michael Kohlhaas, der gegen ein Unrecht, das man ihm angetan hat, zur Selbstjustiz greift und dabei nach der Devise handelt: „Es soll Gerechtigkeit geschehen, und gehe auch die Welt daran zugrunde!“ (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
German |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/michael-kohlhaas-version-2-by-heinrich-von-kleist/ |
die novelle spielt der mitte des 16 jahrhunderts und handelt vom pferdehändler michael kohlhaas der gegen ein unrecht das man ihm angetan hat zur selbstjustiz greift und dabei nach der devise handelt es soll gerechtigkeit geschehen und gehe auch die welt daran zugrunde summary wikipedia p |
| 8536 |
8472 |
9093 |
Mystery of the Boule Cabinet |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Three men are dead. Killed by a very powerful poison. Their deaths seem to be connected to a very old cabinet purchased in France and a notorious French criminal. What is the link? It is up to the lawyer Lester and the newspaperman Godfrey to pool their talents and solve the mystery. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-boule-cabinet-by-burton-egbert-stevenson/ |
three men dead killed powerful poison deaths seem connected old cabinet purchased france notorious french criminal link lawyer lester newspaperman godfrey pool talents solve mystery summary richard kilmer p |
| 8537 |
8473 |
9094 |
Practical Instruction for Detectives |
Emmerson W. Manning |
Law |
Having been connected for many years with two of the largest and most successful private detective agencies in this country, both as an operator and as an official, and having been requested to outline briefly and concisely the most modern and up-to-date methods employed by leading detectives and private detective agencies of today, I shall confine myself in these pages to facts and a few personal experiences. I will endeavor to show that any person possessed of average intelligence, and who will use good common sense, can become a successful detective, regardless of his present or previous occupation.\n<br><br>\nThis country today stands in need of more and better detectives than ever before in its history, and if one be inclined to doubt this statement he need only pick up the morning newspaper of any city of any size and be convinced that this is true. Hundreds of crimes of all descriptions are committed daily and statistics show that more than fifty per cent of persons committing crimes go unmolested and unpunished. Besides, there are the thousands of employees on our various transportation systems, in banks, stores, and in mercantile establishments, who are daily committing thefts of various kinds from their employers and whose nefarious operations are rarely uncovered, when one considers the actual number of thefts committed. - Summary by From the Preface</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/practical-instruction-for-detectives-by-emmerson-w-manning/ |
connected many years two largest successful private detective agencies country operator official requested outline briefly concisely modern up to date methods employed leading detectives private detective agencies today shall confine pages facts personal experiences endeavor show person possessed average intelligence use good common sense become successful detective regardless present previous occupation br br country today stands need better detectives ever history one inclined doubt statement need pick morning newspaper city size convinced true hundreds crimes descriptions committed daily statistics show fifty per cent persons committing crimes go unmolested unpunished besides thousands employees various transportation systems banks stores mercantile establishments daily committing thefts various kinds employers whose nefarious operations rarely uncovered one considers actual number thefts committed summary preface p |
| 8538 |
8474 |
9095 |
Her Dark Inheritance |
Mrs. E. Burke Collins |
Romance |
A story of obsessive love and desperation that hid many secrets. This cliffhanger will keep you guessing until the very end. Summary by Sharon Kilmer</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/her-dark-inheritance-by-mrs-e-burke-collins/ |
story obsessive love desperation hid many secrets cliffhanger keep guessing end summary sharon kilmer p |
| 8539 |
8475 |
9096 |
Royal Highness |
Thomas Mann |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<br/>Royal Highness is the story of Prince Klaus Heinrich, a member of a struggling German duchy and an exotic American heiress who comes to live as his neighbor. The novel is a microcosm of Europe before World War I, with Mann's depiction of a decaying society that is rejuvenated by modern forces. A true modern day fairy tale. (Summary by Margaret Espaillat)<p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/royal-highness-by-thomas-mann/ |
br royal highness story prince klaus heinrich member struggling german duchy exotic american heiress comes live neighbor novel microcosm europe world war i mann s depiction decaying society rejuvenated modern forces true modern day fairy tale summary margaret espaillat p |
| 8540 |
8476 |
9097 |
Letters of Pliny |
Pliny the Younger |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
The largest surviving body of Pliny's work is his Epistulae (Letters), a series of personal missives directed to his friends, associates and the Emperor Trajan. These letters are a unique testimony of Roman administrative history and everyday life in the 1st century CE. Especially noteworthy among the letters are two in which he describes the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in August 79, during which his uncle Pliny the Elder died (65 and 66 in this edition), and one in which he asks the Emperor for instructions regarding official policy concerning Christians (Trajan Letter 97). Other letters include a ghost story, a story about a dolphin, descriptions of Pliny's villa, and Pliny's opinions on legacy-hunting, the treatment of slaves and the decline in respect for orators. - Summary by Wikipedia revised by Andrew Coleman</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-pliny-by-pliny-the-younger/ |
largest surviving body pliny s work epistulae letters series personal missives directed friends associates emperor trajan letters unique testimony roman administrative history everyday life 1st century ce especially noteworthy among letters two describes eruption mount vesuvius august 79 uncle pliny elder died 65 66 edition one asks emperor instructions regarding official policy concerning christians trajan letter 97 letters include ghost story story dolphin descriptions pliny s villa pliny s opinions legacy hunting treatment slaves decline respect orators summary wikipedia revised andrew coleman p |
| 8541 |
8477 |
9098 |
Transformed; or, the History of a River Thief, Briefly Told |
Jerry McAuley |
Biography & Autobiography, Religion |
Jerry McAuley gives a testimony of his transformation from one of the wickedest men to ever live to being saved and a life of helping others do the same. (Summary by Curt Walton)</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/transformed-or-the-history-of-a-river-thief-briefly-told-by-jerry-mcauley/ |
jerry mcauley gives testimony transformation one wickedest men ever live saved life helping others same summary curt walton p |
| 8542 |
8478 |
9099 |
Bible For Young People Vol. 2 |
Anonymous |
Religion |
"The Bible for Young People tells the sweet and simple stories of the Bible in the Bible language, omitting only genealogies and doctrines, and whatever is generally regarded as unprofitable to young readers. Moreover, it is so divided into subjects, forming complete stories, that the child will be interested in every part of it. ...<br /><br />\n"Verse divisions have been disregarded, and a totally new system of chapters introduced in place of the familiar ones, and it is hoped that this novelty will give fresh interest to the old book. One of the features which will be appreciated is the table of contents, giving the subject of each book and its subdivisions, so that one may readily turn to any Bible story of which he is in search.<br /><br />\n"With great discrimination and sympathy, the compiler, Mrs. Joseph B. Gilder, has accomplished this task, and the book now stands as the embodiment of what is universally considered the best in the Bible for young people, "best" meaning here what is most suited to the minds of girls and boys and appropriate to their moral range." Volume 2 comprises the stories of the New Testament. - Summary from Publisher's note<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bible-for-young-people-vol-2-by-anonymous/ |
the bible young people tells sweet simple stories bible bible language omitting genealogies doctrines whatever generally regarded unprofitable young readers moreover divided subjects forming complete stories child interested every part it br br verse divisions disregarded totally new system chapters introduced place familiar ones hoped novelty give fresh interest old book one features appreciated table contents giving subject book subdivisions one may readily turn bible story search br br with great discrimination sympathy compiler mrs joseph b gilder accomplished task book stands embodiment universally considered best bible young people best meaning suited minds girls boys appropriate moral range volume 2 comprises stories new testament summary publisher s note br br |
| 8543 |
8479 |
9100 |
Traitor |
Thomas Dixon, Jr. |
Historical Fiction |
Dixon lived through Reconstruction, and believed it ranked with the French Revolution in brutality and criminal acts. The Traitor (1907), the final book in his trilogy which also includes <u>The Leopard’s Spots</u> (1902), and <u>The Clansman</u> (1905), spans a two-year period just after Reconstruction (1870-1872), and covers the decline of the Ku Klux Klan in North Carolina. Dixon, whose father was an early Klan leader, maintained that the original Klan, the “reconstruction Klan” was morally formed in desperation to protect the people from lawlessness, address Yankee brutality, and save southern civilization. Now, in this final installment, he portrays how and why the later Klan falls into disrepute. The story includes folk legends, haunted houses, secret passageways, and spectral apparitions as part of its complicated story, weaving fact, fiction and romance in typical Dixon style.\n<br/><br/>\nWhile defamed as a white supremacist by today’s multi-cultural society, thus falling far out of favor, Dixon was one of the most popular American writers of the period, faithfully depicting the wide range of racial/cultural opinions of 19th century America. (Summary by Michele Fry)\n<br/><br/> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-traitor-by-thomas-dixon-jr/ |
dixon lived reconstruction believed ranked french revolution brutality criminal acts traitor 1907 final book trilogy also includes u the leopard s spots u 1902 u the clansman u 1905 spans two year period reconstruction 1870 1872 covers decline ku klux klan north carolina dixon whose father early klan leader maintained original klan reconstruction klan morally formed desperation protect people lawlessness address yankee brutality save southern civilization now final installment portrays later klan falls disrepute story includes folk legends haunted houses secret passageways spectral apparitions part complicated story weaving fact fiction romance typical dixon style br br defamed white supremacist today s multi cultural society thus falling far favor dixon one popular american writers period faithfully depicting wide range racial cultural opinions 19th century america summary michele fry br br |
| 8544 |
8480 |
9101 |
Association Football and How to Play It |
John Cameron |
Sports & Recreation |
An overview of the positions, tactics, and history of association football written by one of the game's early stars. John Cameron was a most interesting figure who played for both Everton and Tottenham, was a P.O.W. during the First World War and a mighty contributor to the organization of football among his fellow prisoners, and made his living as a journalist in later life. - Summary by Ben Adams<p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/association-football-and-how-to-play-it-by-john-cameron/ |
overview positions tactics history association football written one game s early stars john cameron interesting figure played everton tottenham p o w first world war mighty contributor organization football among fellow prisoners made living journalist later life summary ben adams p |
| 8545 |
8481 |
9102 |
Courage of Marge O'Doone |
James Oliver Curwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<br>David Raine is travelling, trying to escape his own memories. On the train he meets Father Rolland, who invites him North, to a world of "mystery and savage glory", to help him find himself again. On the same train, he meets a mysterious woman searching for a man named Michael O'Doone. When she's gone, he finds a thin package on her seat. It contains the photograph of a girl and David makes it his aim to find her, while following Father Rolland into the mysterious North. (Summary by Rapunzelina)<br><br> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-courage-of-marge-odoone-by-james-oliver-curwood/ |
br david raine travelling trying escape memories train meets father rolland invites north world mystery savage glory help find again train meets mysterious woman searching man named michael o doone gone finds thin package seat contains photograph girl david makes aim find her following father rolland mysterious north summary rapunzelina br br |
| 8546 |
8482 |
9103 |
Swamp Island |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Late entry in the Penny Parker teen girl mystery series (1939-47) by one of the early ghostwriters (as Carolyn Keene) of Nancy Drew concerns an escaped embezzler, his revenge on the reporter whose articles helped convict him, and a long missing $50 grand. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/swamp-island-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
late entry penny parker teen girl mystery series 1939 47 one early ghostwriters as carolyn keene nancy drew concerns escaped embezzler revenge reporter whose articles helped convict him long missing 50 grand summary bellonatimes p |
| 8547 |
8483 |
9104 |
Holy Sonnets (version 2) |
John Donne |
Sonnets |
The Holy Sonnets—also known as the Divine Meditations or Divine Sonnets—are a series of nineteen poems by the English poet John Donne (1572–1631). The sonnets were first published in 1633—two years after Donne's death. Summary from Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1633 |
https://librivox.org/the-holy-sonnets-by-john-donne/ |
holy sonnets also known divine meditations divine sonnets are series nineteen poems english poet john donne 1572 1631 sonnets first published 1633 two years donne s death summary wikipedia p |
| 8548 |
8484 |
9105 |
Man Who Found Out (A Nightmare) |
Algernon Blackwood |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A researcher goes on an expedition to find "The Tablets of the Gods" which have plagued his dreams since his boyhood. He finds them, and the horrible truth of humanity's true purpose in the universe. This story, The Man Who Found Out" is an example to me of pure cosmic horror in that the horror comes totally from knowledge which is (in-story) so terrible that it forever blights the minds of anyone who discovers it. Two highly intelligent and well informed men, Professor Ebor and then Dr. Laidlaw, learn the contents of the Tablets of the Gods, and even though this information is short enough to be on two ordinary-sized tablets, it is enough to induce absolute belief in its veracity and utterly destroy hope in the reader. Yeah, that is pretty scary. There are no monsters in the tale, nothing but Forbidden Knowledge -- which, apparently, is Forbidden with good reason. (Wikipedia and the reader )</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-found-out-a-nightmare-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
researcher goes expedition find the tablets gods plagued dreams since boyhood finds them horrible truth humanity s true purpose universe story man found out example pure cosmic horror horror comes totally knowledge in story terrible forever blights minds anyone discovers it two highly intelligent well informed men professor ebor dr laidlaw learn contents tablets gods even though information short enough two ordinary sized tablets enough induce absolute belief veracity utterly destroy hope reader yeah pretty scary monsters tale nothing forbidden knowledge which apparently forbidden good reason wikipedia reader p |
| 8549 |
8485 |
9106 |
Corsican Brothers |
Alexandre Dumas |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Alexandre Dumas weaves the compelling story of Siamese twins who are separated physically but never in spirit. When one of the brothers is murdered, the other leaves Corsica for Paris to avenge the killing. Dumas brings this thrilling tale to life with his fascinating descriptions of Italy and France and his powerful portrayal of the undying love of brother for brother. - Summary by wikepedia</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-corsican-brothers-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
alexandre dumas weaves compelling story siamese twins separated physically never spirit one brothers murdered leaves corsica paris avenge killing dumas brings thrilling tale life fascinating descriptions italy france powerful portrayal undying love brother brother summary wikepedia p |
| 8550 |
8486 |
9107 |
Winter Day |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Montgomery's poem on winter is an analogy for life, symbolizing the three life stages of youth, adulthood and old age.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-winter-day-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
montgomery s poem winter analogy life symbolizing three life stages youth adulthood old age p |
| 8551 |
8487 |
9108 |
With Lee in Virginia |
G. A. Henty |
War & Military Fiction |
Vincent Wingfield is the son of a wealthy Virginian planter. When the country goes to war, he enlists in the cavalry, and sees action under the various generals commanding the army in and near Virginia. He has several private adventures as well, including a personal enemy, prison escape, rescue of a young lady, spying expedition, and recovery of a stolen slave. He rises in rank in the Confederate army, and after the war is over, he marries and returns home to manage his mother's plantation.<br><br>\nHenty in this book gives an overview of the causes of the Civil War, and follows the battles and movements of the army in Virginia and the surrounding area. The issue of slavery is discussed several times from the viewpoint of an Englishman who detested the institution, but saw that most slaves on large plantations were well treated. While not an an exhaustive work, With Lee In Virginia covers the main generals (Lee, Jackson, Stuart, Grant, McClellan, Sherman, Pope, etc.) and the most important battles of the war in an interesting and instructive format. (Summary by Alayna May)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/with-lee-in-virginia-by-g-a-henty/ |
vincent wingfield son wealthy virginian planter country goes war enlists cavalry sees action various generals commanding army near virginia several private adventures well including personal enemy prison escape rescue young lady spying expedition recovery stolen slave rises rank confederate army war over marries returns home manage mother s plantation br br henty book gives overview causes civil war follows battles movements army virginia surrounding area issue slavery discussed several times viewpoint englishman detested institution saw slaves large plantations well treated exhaustive work lee virginia covers main generals lee jackson stuart grant mcclellan sherman pope etc important battles war interesting instructive format summary alayna may p |
| 8552 |
8488 |
9109 |
Save the Girls |
Mason Long |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
<i>Save the Girls</i> is an 1880 American anti-white-slavery book by reformed gambler Mason Long. In it, the author crusades against the social evil of prostitution by presenting a series of pathetic portraits of young women from various social classes who are brought low by such temptations of city life as the theater, the racecourse, and street flirtations. Included are vignettes of vice like "The Evils of Dancing - Sad Results of a Public Ball," in which innocent Marie, out for a good time, falls prey to the type of 'sporting men' who prowl such events in search of a partner for more than just The Glide or the Boston Dip. - Summary by Grant Hurlock</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/save-the-girls-by-mason-long/ |
i save girls i 1880 american anti white slavery book reformed gambler mason long it author crusades social evil prostitution presenting series pathetic portraits young women various social classes brought low temptations city life theater racecourse street flirtations included vignettes vice like the evils dancing sad results public ball innocent marie good time falls prey type sporting men prowl events search partner glide boston dip summary grant hurlock p |
| 8553 |
8489 |
9110 |
Physiology of the Opera |
John H. Swaby |
Music |
Trust Scrici for a tell all, no holds barred exposé of the modern opera . . . well, modern as of . . . er . . . say, 1852. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/physiology-of-the-opera-by-john-h-swaby/ |
trust scrici tell all holds barred exposé modern opera well modern er say 1852 summary maryann p |
| 8554 |
8490 |
9111 |
Criminal Manchester: Experiences of a Special Correspondent |
Anonymous |
*Non-fiction |
Follow the Manchester Evening News 'special correspondent' and his guide - recently back from a 'seven stretch' - as they take you on a tour through the dimly lit quarters of late 19th-century criminal Manchester.- Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/criminal-manchester-experiences-of-a-special-correspondent-by-unknown/ |
follow manchester evening news special correspondent guide recently back seven stretch take tour dimly lit quarters late 19th century criminal manchester summary phil benson p |
| 8555 |
8492 |
9113 |
Lost Princess of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Oh My Goodness !!! Princess Ozma is missing and no one can find her. The whole kingdom of OZ is upset and our heroes must set out to brave many dangers and adventures to search for their beloved girl ruler. When Princess Ozma mysteriously disappears, four search parties are sent out, one for each of Oz's four countries. Most of this delightful book covers Dorothy and the Wizard's efforts to find her. Meanwhile, Cayke the Cookie Chef discovers that her magic dishpan (on which she bakes her famous cookies) has been stolen. Along with the Frogman, they leave their mountain in Winkie Country to find the pan. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-princess-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
oh goodness princess ozma missing one find her whole kingdom oz upset heroes must set brave many dangers adventures search beloved girl ruler princess ozma mysteriously disappears four search parties sent out one oz s four countries delightful book covers dorothy wizard s efforts find her meanwhile cayke cookie chef discovers magic dishpan on bakes famous cookies stolen along frogman leave mountain winkie country find pan summary phil chenevert p |
| 8556 |
8493 |
9114 |
Sunshine Factory |
Pansy |
Short Stories, Christian Fiction |
Seven very short sweet stories by Pansy that you will not soon forget! They are stories children will love, and everyone can enjoy. They will make you smile and laugh and bring tears to your eyes. And each one teaches an important lesson in a sweet, encouraging way. - Summary by fiddlesticks</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sunshine-factory-by-pansy/ |
seven short sweet stories pansy soon forget stories children love everyone enjoy make smile laugh bring tears eyes one teaches important lesson sweet encouraging way summary fiddlesticks p |
| 8557 |
8494 |
9115 |
Wilderness Ways |
William J. Long |
Animals |
Late nineteenth-century naturalist William J. Long invites us into the secret worlds of woodland animals in this, his second, fascinating book. Long's stories of the secret lives of woodland animals come from time he spent in the woods, observing the behaviors and characteristics of the wilderness inhabitants directly. His method? Sit quietly, wait (sometimes for hours), and the animals will come. This book, unlike his first, Ways of Wood Folk, seems to be directed at his critics who accused him of assigning human emotions and intentions to the animals he profiles in his writings; Wilderness Ways very deliberately tells the unvarnished truth about animal behaviors, both tender caring and vicious murder are illustrated herein. Wilderness Ways opens up the hidden world of its woodland subjects with beautiful imagery and descriptive prose which is accessible enough for a child to read while at the same time engaging for readers of all ages. Be transported into Long's hidden wilderness world. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/wilderness-ways-by-william-j-long/ |
late nineteenth century naturalist william j long invites us secret worlds woodland animals this second fascinating book long s stories secret lives woodland animals come time spent woods observing behaviors characteristics wilderness inhabitants directly method sit quietly wait sometimes hours animals come book unlike first ways wood folk seems directed critics accused assigning human emotions intentions animals profiles writings wilderness ways deliberately tells unvarnished truth animal behaviors tender caring vicious murder illustrated herein wilderness ways opens hidden world woodland subjects beautiful imagery descriptive prose accessible enough child read time engaging readers ages transported long s hidden wilderness world summary jill engle p |
| 8558 |
8495 |
9116 |
Princess Casamassima |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
Princess Casamassima can be read on several levels: first, as a political and social novel, exploring the anarchistic and revolutionary underground of London in the 1880s; secondly as a psychological study of such a movement on a young man (the protagonist, Hyacinth Robinson) who may or may not be descended from the aristocracy, but whose artistic nature shines out in the midst of the London slums; and thirdly, as an examination of the conundrum whether the world of art and culture is necessarily built on the abject poverty of others. The Princess herself started as the beautiful and intelligent American Christina Light in James’s Roderick Hudson but has now come to London to escape the Neapolitan prince to whom she is unhappily married. Yet she and Robinson are only two of a larger set of characters whose commitment to an imagined revolutionary cause may be sincere or many be questionable. As is usual with Henry James, readers will have to make their own judgements.\n( Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/princess-casamassima-by-henry-james/ |
princess casamassima read several levels first political social novel exploring anarchistic revolutionary underground london 1880s secondly psychological study movement young man the protagonist hyacinth robinson may may descended aristocracy whose artistic nature shines midst london slums thirdly examination conundrum whether world art culture necessarily built abject poverty others princess started beautiful intelligent american christina light james s roderick hudson come london escape neapolitan prince unhappily married yet robinson two larger set characters whose commitment imagined revolutionary cause may sincere many questionable usual henry james readers make judgements nicholas clifford p |
| 8559 |
8496 |
9117 |
Little Cook Book for a Little Girl |
Caroline French Benton |
General, Cooking |
Join Margaret, a little girl who really wants to learn how to properly cook and bake everything from seafood to cake, as she sets out to make all the recipes she can find from her family, friends and the rest of the world around her. A fun and informative cookbook with a light narrative! - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-cook-book-for-a-little-girl-by-caroline-french-benton/ |
join margaret little girl really wants learn properly cook bake everything seafood cake sets make recipes find family friends rest world around her fun informative cookbook light narrative summary mary kay p |
| 8560 |
8497 |
9118 |
Autobiography of a Thief |
Hutchins Hapgood |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
I met the ex-pickpocket and burglar whose autobiography follows soon after his release from a third term in the penitentiary. For several weeks I was not particularly interested in him. He was full of a desire to publish in the newspapers an exposé of conditions obtaining in two of our state institutions, his motive seeming partly revenge and partly a very genuine feeling that he had come in contact with a systematic crime against humanity. But as I continued to see more of him, and learned much about his life, my interest grew; for I soon perceived that he not only had led a typical thief's life, but was also a man of more than common natural intelligence, with a gift of vigorous expression... I therefore proposed to him to write an autobiography. He took up the idea with eagerness, and through the entire period of our work together, has shown an unwavering interest in the book and very decided acumen and common sense. The method employed in composing the volume was that, practically, of the interview. From the middle of March to the first of July we met nearly every afternoon, and many evenings, at a little German café on the East Side. There, I took voluminous notes, often asking questions, but taking down as literally as possible his story in his own words; to such a degree is this true, that the following narrative is an authentic account of his life, with occasional descriptions and character-sketches of his friends of the Under World. Even without my explicit assurance, the autobiography bears sufficient internal evidence of the fact that, essentially, it is a thief's own story. - Summary by Hutchins Hapgood (from the Preface)<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-a-thief-by-hutchins-hapgood/ |
met ex pickpocket burglar whose autobiography follows soon release third term penitentiary several weeks particularly interested him full desire publish newspapers exposé conditions obtaining two state institutions motive seeming partly revenge partly genuine feeling come contact systematic crime humanity continued see him learned much life interest grew soon perceived led typical thief s life also man common natural intelligence gift vigorous expression therefore proposed write autobiography took idea eagerness entire period work together shown unwavering interest book decided acumen common sense method employed composing volume that practically interview middle march first july met nearly every afternoon many evenings little german café east side there took voluminous notes often asking questions taking literally possible story words degree true following narrative authentic account life occasional descriptions character sketches friends world even without explicit assurance autobiography bears sufficient internal evidence fact that essentially thief s story summary hutchins hapgood from preface p |
| 8561 |
8498 |
9119 |
Monastery |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Dame Elspeth is kept in a tower after the death of her husband. The widow of the Baron of Avenel and her daughter seek safety with Elspeth in her tower. Hearing the baroness's deathbed confession, Father Philip notices her Bible. As he carries it to the Lord Abbot, it is taken from him by a White Lady. A sub-prior investigates this story and finds that the Bible is now back in the owner's hands. Later, Elspeth's son sees the White Lady when he snatches the Bible from a flaming altar. Intrigue follows intrigue. Halbert and Sir Piercie Shafton fight, and Halbert flees, leaving Sir Piercie mortally wounded. Shafton, however, recovers only to be accused of murdering Edward's missing brother. Mysie helps Shafton escape from jail. Edward has vowed to become a monk at the urging of the White Lady. After a battle between English and Scottish soldiers against Sir John's troops, Mysie is declared a suitable wife for Sir Piercie. The monks are allowed to keep their monastery. Summary by Bill Boerst, based on Wikipedia </p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-monastery-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
dame elspeth kept tower death husband widow baron avenel daughter seek safety elspeth tower hearing baroness s deathbed confession father philip notices bible carries lord abbot taken white lady sub prior investigates story finds bible back owner s hands later elspeth s son sees white lady snatches bible flaming altar intrigue follows intrigue halbert sir piercie shafton fight halbert flees leaving sir piercie mortally wounded shafton however recovers accused murdering edward s missing brother mysie helps shafton escape jail edward vowed become monk urging white lady battle english scottish soldiers sir john s troops mysie declared suitable wife sir piercie monks allowed keep monastery summary bill boerst based wikipedia p |
| 8562 |
8499 |
9120 |
Hagar of the Pawn-Shop |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Short Stories |
Hagar Stanley, a beautiful young Gypsy, is driven by sexual harassment to leave her tribe and seek refuge with her uncle Jacob, a miserly London pawnbroker. He dies after teaching Hagar the business, and she takes over running the popshop till the legitimate heir can be traced. In the odd assortment of objects that pass across her counter, Hagar uncovers one mystery after another. Some items are linked to actual crimes, others to iniquitous acts of human deceit and betrayal. Whether investigating independently or alongside the police, Hagar combines her native shrewdness with woman's intuition to help untangle the webs of wickedness she encounters, that justice might prevail in the end. Though the individual mysteries in Hagar of the Pawn-shop may be read separately, they are so arranged by Fergus Hume as to form a linked set, with characters from earlier stories popping up again later on, one as Hagar's love interest and another as her nemesis. - Summary by Grant Hurlock |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/hagar-of-the-pawn-shop-by-fergus-hume/ |
hagar stanley beautiful young gypsy driven sexual harassment leave tribe seek refuge uncle jacob miserly london pawnbroker dies teaching hagar business takes running popshop till legitimate heir traced odd assortment objects pass across counter hagar uncovers one mystery another items linked actual crimes others iniquitous acts human deceit betrayal whether investigating independently alongside police hagar combines native shrewdness woman s intuition help untangle webs wickedness encounters justice might prevail end though individual mysteries hagar pawn shop may read separately arranged fergus hume form linked set characters earlier stories popping later on one hagar s love interest another nemesis summary grant hurlock |
| 8563 |
8500 |
9121 |
Sentiment, Inc. |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
The way we feel about another person, or about objects, is often bound up in associations that have no direct connection with the person or object at all. Often, what we call a "change of heart" comes about sheerly from a change in the many associations which make up our present viewpoint. Now, suppose that these associations could be altered artificially, at the option of the person who was in charge of the process.... (from the Blurb )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sentiment-inc-by-poul-william-anderson/ |
way feel another person objects often bound associations direct connection person object all often call change heart comes sheerly change many associations make present viewpoint now suppose associations could altered artificially option person charge process from blurb p |
| 8564 |
8501 |
9122 |
Story of Wool |
Sara Ware Bassett |
Children's Fiction |
Mr. Clark and Donald spend a year out west to the Crescent Ranch in Idaho learning about raising sheep. (summary by David O) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-wool-by-sara-ware-bassett/ |
mr clark donald spend year west crescent ranch idaho learning raising sheep summary david o p |
| 8565 |
8502 |
9123 |
Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II (version 2) |
James Boswell |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is the second of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . This edition with footnotes is by George Birbeck Hill. Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew one of England's most influential men of letters and he also gives us frequent glimpses of other famous personalities who were part of Johnson's circle in eighteenth century London. - Summary by barbara2</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-ii-version-2-by-james-boswell/ |
second four volumes new intimate type biography first published 1791 annotated numerous editors edition footnotes george birbeck hill boswell took many notes johnson s conversations time knew one england s influential men letters also gives us frequent glimpses famous personalities part johnson s circle eighteenth century london summary barbara2 p |
| 8566 |
8503 |
9124 |
Forty-Two Poems |
James Elroy Flecker |
Single author |
This is a collection of poems by James Elroy Flecker. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/forty-two-poems-by-james-elroy-flecker/ |
collection poems james elroy flecker summary carolin p |
| 8567 |
8504 |
9125 |
Earlier Poems |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Single author |
This is a collection of the earlier poems of Julia Caroline Dorr. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/earlier-poems-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
collection earlier poems julia caroline dorr summary carolin p |
| 8568 |
8505 |
9126 |
To A Skylark |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you eight recordings of "To A Skylark." This is the Fortnightly Poetry for August 8, 2014.<br><br>To A Skylark was completed by Shelley in late June 1820. It was inspired by an evening walk in the country near Livorno, Italy, with his wife Mary Shelley, and describes the appearance and song of a skylark they come upon. (summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-skylark-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
librivox volunteers bring eight recordings to skylark fortnightly poetry august 8 2014 br br to skylark completed shelley late june 1820 inspired evening walk country near livorno italy wife mary shelley describes appearance song skylark come upon summary wikipedia p |
| 8569 |
8506 |
9127 |
Star-Treader and Other Poems |
Clark Ashton Smith |
Single author |
Clark Ashton Smith, referred to as one of the big three of Weird Tales, was a romantic-style poet, a Lovecraftian-style writer and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. The Star-Treader and Other Poems, published at the age of 19, was his first volume of poetry and his breakout hit. Summary by Mary Kay.\n<br><br>\n<b>Cast List for The Masque of the Forsaken Gods:</b><br>\n<br>Narrator and Aphrodite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>The Poet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7240">Lucretia B.</a><br>The Philosopher, Apollo and Another Nymph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9331">Rosslyn Carlyle</a><br>Jove and Pan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9504">Jamie</a><br>Artemis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9221">Jennifer Dallman</a><br>A Nymph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8011">Greg Giordano</a><br>Ate and The Gods Together: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-star-treader-and-other-poems-by-clark-ashton-smith/ |
clark ashton smith referred one big three weird tales romantic style poet lovecraftian style writer literary friend h p lovecraft poet considered one last great west coast romantics star treader poems published age 19 first volume poetry breakout hit summary mary kay br br b cast list masque forsaken gods b br br narrator aphrodite a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br the poet a href https librivox org reader 7240 lucretia b a br the philosopher apollo another nymph a href https librivox org reader 9331 rosslyn carlyle a br jove pan a href https librivox org reader 9504 jamie a br artemis a href https librivox org reader 9221 jennifer dallman a br a nymph a href https librivox org reader 8011 greg giordano a br ate gods together a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br br |
| 8570 |
8507 |
9128 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 2: The Massacres of the South |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
<br>Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.<br><br>In some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. Summary from publishers note.<br><br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-2-the-massacres-of-the-south-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
br dumas s celebrated crimes written children novelist spared language has minced words to describe violent scenes violent time br br in instances facts appear distorted true perspective others author makes unwarranted charges careful mature reader books intended recognize allow for fact summary publishers note br br |
| 8571 |
8508 |
9129 |
Saunterings In And About London |
Max Schlesinger |
Travel & Geography |
A witty 1853 travelogue by a cultured German for his countrymen. “…for I did not write for an English public, nor did I ever pretend to popularity in England. The “SAUNTERINGS” were intended for the profit and amusement of my German countrymen; and I must say I was not a little pleased and surprised with the very flattering reception which my book experienced at the hands of the English critics. Their favourable opinion, which they so emphatically and—I am selfish enough to go the whole length of the word—so ably expressed, has probably caused the production of the book in an English dress.” ( Book Preface and david wales)</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/saunterings-in-and-about-london-by-max-schlesinger/ |
witty 1853 travelogue cultured german countrymen for write english public ever pretend popularity england saunterings intended profit amusement german countrymen must say little pleased surprised flattering reception book experienced hands english critics favourable opinion emphatically and i selfish enough go whole length word so ably expressed probably caused production book english dress book preface david wales p |
| 8572 |
8509 |
9130 |
Leutnant Gustl |
Arthur Schnitzler |
Published 1900 onward |
Am Ende eines gelangweilt verfolgten Konzerts drängt Leutnant Gustl erleichtert zum Ausgang und gerät an der Garderobe mit einem ihm flüchtig bekannten Bäckermeister in Streit. Außer sich vor Wut, als "dummer Bub" beschimpft worden zu sein und darob keine Satisfaktion fordern zu können, läuft er durch Wien und beschließt schließlich, sich am nächsten Morgen zu erschießen. Leutnant Gustl geht ziellos vor sich hin sinnierend weiter durch Wien und landet schließlich im Prater, wo er auf einer Parkbank einschläft. Als er nach ein paar Stunden wieder aufwacht, möchte er sein Vorhaben in die Tat umsetzen, kehrt aber auf dem Nachhauseweg noch in seinem Stammcafé ein, wo er Neuigkeiten über den Bäckermeister erfährt... <br><br>\nLeutnant Gustl ist wohl die bekannteste Novelle des Wiener Autors Arthur Schnitzler. Der fast durchgehende innere Monolog Gustls stellte eine Neuerung in der deutschsprachigen Literatur dieser Zeit dar. Bei ihrer Erstveröffentlichung in 1900 verursachte die Novelle in ihrer offenen Anklage des Militarismus und des öffentlichen Bildes eines k.u.k. Offiziers einen Skandal, der Schnitzler seinen Rang als Reserveoffizier kostete. <br><br>\nThis is probably the best known short story by Arthur Schnitzler; known in English as "None but the Brave". (Zusammenfassung von Availle)</p> |
German |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/leutnant-gustl-by-arthur-schnitzler/ |
ende eines gelangweilt verfolgten konzerts drängt leutnant gustl erleichtert zum ausgang und gerät der garderobe mit einem ihm flüchtig bekannten bäckermeister streit außer sich vor wut als dummer bub beschimpft worden zu sein und darob keine satisfaktion fordern zu können läuft er durch wien und beschließt schließlich sich nächsten morgen zu erschießen leutnant gustl geht ziellos vor sich hin sinnierend weiter durch wien und landet schließlich im prater wo er auf einer parkbank einschläft als er nach ein paar stunden wieder aufwacht möchte er sein vorhaben die tat umsetzen kehrt aber auf dem nachhauseweg noch seinem stammcafé ein wo er neuigkeiten über den bäckermeister erfährt br br leutnant gustl ist wohl die bekannteste novelle des wiener autors arthur schnitzler der fast durchgehende innere monolog gustls stellte eine neuerung der deutschsprachigen literatur dieser zeit dar bei ihrer erstveröffentlichung 1900 verursachte die novelle ihrer offenen anklage des militarismus und des öffentlichen bildes eines k u k offiziers einen skandal der schnitzler seinen rang als reserveoffizier kostete br br probably best known short story arthur schnitzler known english none brave zusammenfassung von availle p |
| 8573 |
8510 |
9131 |
Latch Key of My Bookhouse |
Olive Beaupre Miller |
General, Biography & Autobiography |
This is the final book in a six volume set of the "My Bookhouse" books. This final title in the series leaves off the format of the previous volumes and is geared towards the parent or teacher. The major part of the books deals with short biographies of the authors whose works appeared in the previous five volumes. Then follow several interesting sections, some of which include: the History of Mother Goose, The World's Great Epics, and How to Judge Stories for Children.<br><br>\n\nFor the several indexes included in the second half of the book, including a historical index, a geographical index and others, please see the online text linked below. (Summary by Maria Therese) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-latch-key-of-my-bookhouse-by-olive-beaupre-miller/ |
final book six volume set my bookhouse books final title series leaves format previous volumes geared towards parent teacher major part books deals short biographies authors whose works appeared previous five volumes follow several interesting sections include history mother goose world s great epics judge stories children br br several indexes included second half book including historical index geographical index others please see online text linked below summary maria therese p |
| 8574 |
8511 |
9132 |
Fundamentals of Prosperity |
Roger Babson |
Business & Economics |
What these principles are and whence they come to us. "The fact is, we have become crazy over material things. We are looking only at the structure above ground. We are trying to get more smoke from the chimney. We are looking at space instead of service, at profits instead of volume. With our eyes focused on the structure above ground, we have lost sight of those human resources, thrift, imagination, integrity, vision and faith which make the structure possible. I feel that only by the business men can this foundation be strengthened before the inevitable fall comes."( from the preface )</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/fundamentals-of-prosperity-by-roger-babson/ |
principles whence come us the fact is become crazy material things looking structure ground trying get smoke chimney looking space instead service profits instead volume eyes focused structure ground lost sight human resources thrift imagination integrity vision faith make structure possible feel business men foundation strengthened inevitable fall comes preface p |
| 8575 |
8512 |
9133 |
Beauty and the Monster |
Stéphanie-Félicité de Genlis |
Romance |
A French theatrical adaptation of the famous fairy tale, <i>The Beauty and the Monster</i> is a drama of three characters - Beauty (Sabina), the Beast (Phanor) and Beauty's best friend, Phedima (the third wheel). - Summary by Mary Kay<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Sabina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerlow</a><br>Phanor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Phedima: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8272">Haili</a><br><br> |
English |
1787 |
https://librivox.org/the-beauty-and-the-monster-by-stephanie-felicite-de-genlis/ |
french theatrical adaptation famous fairy tale i the beauty monster i drama three characters beauty sabina beast phanor beauty s best friend phedima the third wheel summary mary kay br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br sabina a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerlow a br phanor a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br phedima a href https librivox org reader 8272 haili a br br |
| 8576 |
8513 |
9134 |
War Poems of Siegfried Sassoon |
Siegfried Sassoon |
Single author, War & Military |
Siegfried Sassoon was one of the first to write poetry about the brutal reality of war, based on his real-life experiences in the trenches. He served in World War I on the Western Front and was awarded the Military Cross for bravery under fire. However, he later became a convicted pacifist, threw his Military Cross into the Mersey river, and continued to write and publish poems and political statements against the war. His poems capture the despair he felt towards the war overall, and he paints vivid word pictures that make the reader "pray you'll never know, the hell where youth and laughter go". (Summary by Elizabby)</p>\n\n<b>Note: This work is in the public domain in the USA and Canada. If you are not in the USA, please verify the copyright status of these works in your own country before downloading, otherwise you may be violating copyright laws.</b></p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-poems-of-siegfried-sassoon/ |
siegfried sassoon one first write poetry brutal reality war based real life experiences trenches served world war western front awarded military cross bravery fire however later became convicted pacifist threw military cross mersey river continued write publish poems political statements war poems capture despair felt towards war overall paints vivid word pictures make reader pray never know hell youth laughter go summary elizabby p b note work public domain usa canada usa please verify copyright status works country downloading otherwise may violating copyright laws b p |
| 8577 |
8514 |
9135 |
Ascent of Mount Carmel |
Saint John of the Cross |
Christianity - Other |
The Ascent of Mount Carmel is one of the timeless classics of Christian contemplation, radical in its time and deeply influential in the world today. St John of the Cross and St Teresa of Avila worked together to reform the Carmelite Order in the Roman Catholic Church, in which he is honored as one of the Doctors of the Church. An active priest and teacher in his lifetime, this work is considered primary source material the training of Spiritual Directors, and an essential set of guidelines for all students of Revelation through Divine Love. ( Ed Humpal) |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-ascent-of-mount-carmel-by-saint-john-of-the-cross/ |
ascent mount carmel one timeless classics christian contemplation radical time deeply influential world today st john cross st teresa avila worked together reform carmelite order roman catholic church honored one doctors church active priest teacher lifetime work considered primary source material training spiritual directors essential set guidelines students revelation divine love ed humpal |
| 8578 |
8515 |
9136 |
O Captain! My Captain! |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of "O Captain! My Captain!" This was the Weekly Poetry for the week of August 17, 2014.<br /><br />"O Captain! My Captain!" is an elegy for Abraham Lincoln written by Walt Whitman, who worked as a clerk and army hospital nurse during the Civil War. The Captain of the poem is Lincoln, and the ship represents the United States, brought safely through the storm of war. In the poem, Whitman juxtaposes the people's joy at the end of the war with his grief at the assassination of the President. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/o-captain-my-captain-by-walt-whitman-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings o captain captain weekly poetry week august 17 2014 br br o captain captain elegy abraham lincoln written walt whitman worked clerk army hospital nurse civil war captain poem lincoln ship represents united states brought safely storm war poem whitman juxtaposes people s joy end war grief assassination president summary laurie anne walden p |
| 8579 |
8516 |
9137 |
Submarine Boys and the Middies |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
The Pollard is about to be taken to Anapolis, where the United States Navy will train their midshipmen how to run the submarine. Jack, Hal and Eph are all to help with training and to see the sights in Anapolis. They might even persuade the Navy to buy the second submarine, the Farnum. (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-and-the-middies-by-victor-g-durham/ |
pollard taken anapolis united states navy train midshipmen run submarine jack hal eph help training see sights anapolis might even persuade navy buy second submarine farnum ann boulais |
| 8580 |
8517 |
9138 |
Gods of the North |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
"The Frost-Giant's Daughter" is, arguably the earliest chronological story by Robert E. Howard in terms of Conan's life. The brief tale is set somewhere in frozen Nordheim, geographically situated north of Conan's homeland, Cimmeria. Conan is depicted by Howard as a youthful Cimmerian mercenary traveling among the golden-haired Aesir in a war party.</p>\n\nShortly before the story begins, a hand-to-hand battle has occurred on an icy plain. Eighty men ("four score") have perished in bloody combat, and Conan alone survives the battlefield where Wulfhere's Aesir "reavers" fought the Vanir "wolves" of Bragi, a Vanir chieftain. Thus, the story opens.</p>\n\nFollowing this fierce battle against the red-haired Vanir, Conan the Cimmerian, lying exhausted on the corpse-strewn battlefield, is visited by a beautiful, condescending and semi-nude woman identifying herself as "Atali." Upon her bodice, she wears a transparent veil: a wisp of gossamer that was not spun by human distaff. The mere sight of her strange nakedness kindles Conan's lust and, when she repeatedly taunts him, he madly chases her for miles across the snows with the intent of raping her. The excitement continues but I won't ruin the story for you by saying more. Can Conan deal with this daughter of a frost-giant? And what when her daddy shows up? ( from Wikepedia and Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/gods-of-the-north-by-robert-e-howard/ |
the frost giant s daughter is arguably earliest chronological story robert e howard terms conan s life brief tale set somewhere frozen nordheim geographically situated north conan s homeland cimmeria conan depicted howard youthful cimmerian mercenary traveling among golden haired aesir war party p shortly story begins hand to hand battle occurred icy plain eighty men four score perished bloody combat conan alone survives battlefield wulfhere s aesir reavers fought vanir wolves bragi vanir chieftain thus story opens p following fierce battle red haired vanir conan cimmerian lying exhausted corpse strewn battlefield visited beautiful condescending semi nude woman identifying atali upon bodice wears transparent veil wisp gossamer spun human distaff mere sight strange nakedness kindles conan s lust and repeatedly taunts him madly chases miles across snows intent raping her excitement continues ruin story saying more conan deal daughter frost giant daddy shows up wikepedia phil chenevert p |
| 8581 |
8530 |
9151 |
Invention And Discovery: Curious Facts And Characteristic Sketches |
Unknown |
Technology & Engineering |
"In this little volume are brought together a number of sketches and memoranda, illustrating the history of discovery, and the lives and labours of inventors and explorers, not of our own country alone, but of others, for knowledge is of no country, but of all. The object of the collector has been rather to present the popular than the strictly scientific side of his subject, to furnish materials of interest and amusement, as well as instruction; and if now and then he has been tempted to stray into bye-paths of anecdote and gossip, excuse may readily be found in the fact that the private life of our men of science, often singularly noble and full of character, is apt to be altogether obscured by the brilliancy of the results of their secret and silent toil. This volume will have served its purpose, if it excites an appetite for fuller and deeper inquisition into the sources of British greatness and of modern civilization."<br /><br />Since there are no chapter or other divisions of these anecdotes, the reader has chosen to read entries for about thirty minutes per section. There is an index of topics in the printed book available on projectgutenberg.org. (From Book Introductory Note and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/invention-and-discovery-curious-facts-and-characteristic-sketches-by-unknown/ |
in little volume brought together number sketches memoranda illustrating history discovery lives labours inventors explorers country alone others knowledge country all object collector rather present popular strictly scientific side subject furnish materials interest amusement well instruction tempted stray bye paths anecdote gossip excuse may readily found fact private life men science often singularly noble full character apt altogether obscured brilliancy results secret silent toil volume served purpose excites appetite fuller deeper inquisition sources british greatness modern civilization br br since chapter divisions anecdotes reader chosen read entries thirty minutes per section index topics printed book available projectgutenberg org from book introductory note david wales p |
| 8582 |
8518 |
9139 |
Chronicles of Crime Vol 1 |
Camden Pelham |
True Crime |
This catalogue of human weakness and at times downright atrocity has been brought together by Camden Pelham, a barrister-at-law of the Inner Temple during the second half of the 19th century. It is given in chronological order, the first case listed is from 1700, and the final case in Volume 1 being in 1816. Some of the most famous cases of the age are listed, from Dick Turpin and Captain Kidd, to the assassination of Spencer Perceval MP, and the Luddites. Some cases will shock with descriptions of horrific murders, whilst others will amuse with the idiocy of the perpetrators. These 275 cases give a fascinating insight into life during 18th and 19th century Britain. (Summary by Kevin Green)</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-crime-vol-1-by-camden-pelham/ |
catalogue human weakness times downright atrocity brought together camden pelham barrister at law inner temple second half 19th century given chronological order first case listed 1700 final case volume 1 1816 famous cases age listed dick turpin captain kidd assassination spencer perceval mp luddites cases shock descriptions horrific murders whilst others amuse idiocy perpetrators 275 cases give fascinating insight life 18th 19th century britain summary kevin green p |
| 8583 |
8519 |
9140 |
Wild Animals I Have Known |
Ernest Thompson Seton |
Nature & Animal Fiction |
Wild Animals I Have Known is an 1898 book by naturalist and author Ernest Thompson Seton. The first entry in a new genre of realistic wild-animal fiction, Seton's first collection of short stories quickly became one of the most popular books of its day. "Lobo the King of Currumpaw", the first story in the collection, was based upon Seton's experience hunting wolves in the southwestern United States. It became a classic, setting the tone for his future works that would similarly depict animals—especially predators who were often demonized in literature—as compassionate, individualistic beings. - Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/wild-animals-i-have-known-by-ernest-thompson-seton/ |
wild animals known 1898 book naturalist author ernest thompson seton first entry new genre realistic wild animal fiction seton s first collection short stories quickly became one popular books day lobo king currumpaw first story collection based upon seton s experience hunting wolves southwestern united states became classic setting tone future works would similarly depict animals especially predators often demonized literature as compassionate individualistic beings summary wikipedia p |
| 8584 |
8520 |
9141 |
My Travels, A Family Story |
Maria Hackett |
Travel & Geography |
This is not a family history. Family histories are invariably dull and of interest to only a few who have a belief in, and are proud of, their pedigree. It is the story of the mother of a family who led a very eventful life and traveled many thousands of miles, at a time when to meet with a traveled person was exceedingly rare. (From Introduction) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/my-travels-a-family-story-by-maria-hackett/ |
family history family histories invariably dull interest belief in proud of pedigree story mother family led eventful life traveled many thousands miles time meet traveled person exceedingly rare from introduction |
| 8585 |
8521 |
9142 |
Opuscula |
Aristotle |
Ancient |
Opuscula is a collection of shorter books that may or may not have been written by Aristotle.\n\n1. On Colours\n2. On Things Heard\n3. Physiognomonics\n4. On Plants\n5. On Marvellous Things Heard\n6. Mechanics\n7. On Indivisible Lines\n8. The Situations and Names of Winds\n9. On Melissus, Xenophanes, and Gorgias\n - Summary by Geoffrey Edwards |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/opuscula-by-aristotle/ |
opuscula collection shorter books may may written aristotle 1 colours 2 things heard 3 physiognomonics 4 plants 5 marvellous things heard 6 mechanics 7 indivisible lines 8 situations names winds 9 melissus xenophanes gorgias summary geoffrey edwards |
| 8586 |
8522 |
9143 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 27 - The Winning of Popular Government: A Chronicle of the Union of 1841 |
Archibald MacMechan |
Modern (19th C) |
In the 1830's, Canada was a ideologically divided country. Political upheaval and even riots occurred over Canada's future. Would it remain a subsidiary of England? Would it form its own republic, or even merge with the United States? This work tells of how some of Canada's founding fathers crossed the bridge between past and future. --Summary by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-winning-of-popular-government-by-archibald-macmechan/ |
1830 s canada ideologically divided country political upheaval even riots occurred canada s future would remain subsidiary england would form republic even merge united states work tells canada s founding fathers crossed bridge past future summary triciag p |
| 8587 |
8523 |
9144 |
First World War Centenary Prose Collection Vol. II |
Various |
War & Military |
This collection of non-fiction and fiction pieces is the second volume commemorating the First World War. The majority of the items, all chosen by the readers, are in English, but the collection also includes pieces in French and German.<br /><br />Please note that some works are still protected by copyright in countries which observe copyright laws based on the author's date of death.<br /><br />Most items were written during or shortly after the war, but one or two have been included for their relevance in other ways. For more information about each piece, please see <a href="https://archive.org/download/wwiprose2_1601_librivox/firstworldwar_prosevol2summaries.pdf">this document</a> (PDF format), which also shows the authors' dates of death. (Summary by Ruth Golding) </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-world-war-centenary-prose-collection-vol-2/ |
collection non fiction fiction pieces second volume commemorating first world war majority items chosen readers english collection also includes pieces french german br br please note works still protected copyright countries observe copyright laws based author s date death br br most items written shortly war one two included relevance ways information piece please see a href https archive org download wwiprose2_1601_librivox firstworldwar_prosevol2summaries pdf this document a pdf format also shows authors dates death summary ruth golding p |
| 8588 |
8529 |
9150 |
Masters of Space |
Walter Kellogg Towers |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
This is the story of talking at a distance, of sending messages through space. It is the story of great men—Morse, Thomson, Bell, Marconi, and others—and how, with the aid of men like Field, Vail, Catty, Pupin, the scientist, and others in both the technical and commercial fields, they succeeded in flashing both messages and speech around the world, with wires and without wires. It is the story of how the thought of the world has been linked together by those modern wonders of science and of industry—the telegraph, the submarine cable, the telephone, the wireless telegraph, and, most recently, the wireless telephone. (From Preface) - Summary by Walter Kellogg Towers</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/masters-of-space-by-walter-kellogg-towers/ |
story talking distance sending messages space story great men morse thomson bell marconi others and how aid men like field vail catty pupin scientist others technical commercial fields succeeded flashing messages speech around world wires without wires story thought world linked together modern wonders science industry the telegraph submarine cable telephone wireless telegraph and recently wireless telephone from preface summary walter kellogg towers p |
| 8589 |
8524 |
9145 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2014 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />This year's Christmas collection of short stories and non-fiction, a play, poems, and bible readings features readings in English, Bulgarian, French, German, Italian and Swedish. <br /><br />\n\nCast list for <strong>The Christmas Dinner</strong>:<br />\nMother Goose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>Grandfather: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>Grandmother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9490">Ronelle Spiegel</a><br>Father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9337">J Korth</a><br>Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Walter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Gertrude: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Kraus</a><br>Santa Claus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br><br>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2014/ |
br this year s christmas collection short stories non fiction play poems bible readings features readings english bulgarian french german italian swedish br br cast list strong the christmas dinner strong br mother goose a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br grandfather a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br grandmother a href https librivox org reader 9490 ronelle spiegel a br father a href https librivox org reader 9337 j korth a br mother a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br walter a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br gertrude a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly kraus a br santa claus a href https librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann spiegel a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann spiegel a br br |
| 8590 |
8525 |
9146 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2014 |
Various |
Music |
<br />This year's LibriVox selection of traditional favourites and lesser-known Christmas carols in English, French, German and Latin, including a 17th century harmonisation of a plain chant melody from Susan, French poems set to original music by Ezwa, and Ryan's version of Händel's Hallelujah Chorus. <br /><br />The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas.<br /><br />\n<strong>The Story That Never Grows Old</strong>: Words by James M. Gray (1851 - 1935); music by Ira D. Sankey (1840 - 1908)<br />\n<strong>From Far Away</strong>: Words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music edited by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901).<br />\n<strong>Oh du fröhliche</strong>: Sicilianisches Fischerlied.<br />\n<strong>A Virgin Most Pure</strong>: Anonymous English manuscript, c. 1777, collected by Davies Gilbert (1823).<br />\n<strong>Creator alme siderum</strong>: Plain chant melody, harmonised by Sebastiano Cherici (1647 - 1703).<br />\n<strong>Good Christian Men, Rejoice!</strong>: Words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music edited by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901).<br />\n<strong>O Christmas Tree</strong>: German folk song, various German authors, translator unknown.<br />\n<strong>Chantons les louanges</strong>: Words, author unknown, from <em>Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux</em> (1862); music by Ezwa.<br />\n<strong>Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus</strong>: Words by Charles Wesley (1707 - 1788); music by Rowland H. Prichard (1811 - 1887).<br />\n<strong>Hallelujah!</strong>: from <em>Messiah</em> by G. F. Händel (1685 - 1759).<br />\n<strong>While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks</strong>: Words by Nahum Tate (1652 - 1715); music Winchester Old, from Whole Book of Psalmes, by Thomas Est (1540?–1608).<br />\n<strong>O Dieu, quelle nouveauté</strong>: Words, author unknown, from <em>Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux</em> (1862); music by Ezwa.<br />\n<strong>A Christmas Carol (All the Skies Tonight Sing o'er Us)</strong>: Words by Rev. John O'Connor (1870 - 1952); music German.<br />\n<strong>Infant Holy, Infant Lowly</strong>: Words and music: Traditional Polish carol, translated and arranged by Edith Margaret Gellibrand Reed (1885 - 1933).<br />\n<strong>Le sommeil de l'enfant Jésus</strong>: Words and music by François-Auguste Gevaert (1828 - 1908). <br />\n<strong>Ye Shepherds Leave Your Flocks</strong>: Words and music Old French, translated by Caroline Hazard (1856 - 1945).<br />\n<strong>Kling, Glöckchen, klingelingeling</strong>: Words by Karl Enslin (1819 - 1875); music by Benedikt Widmann (1820 - 1910).<br />\n<strong>O Come, All Ye Faithful</strong>: Words: John F. Wade (1711 - 1786). v.1-3, 6 translated by Frederick Oakeley, 1841; v. 4, 5 Translated by William T. Brooke (1848 - 1917); music: 'Adeste Fideles' or 'Portuguese Hymn' John F. Wade, 1743.<br />\n<strong>Love Came Down at Christmas</strong>: Words by Christina Rossetti (1830 - 1894); music by J. E. Borland (1866 - 1937). From <em>Carols Old and Carols New</em> (1916) by Charles L. Hutchins (1838 - 1920).<br />\n<strong>Hymn for Christmas Day (See Amid the Winter's Snow)</strong>: Words and music by Edward Caswall (1814 - 1878); words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833 - 1917); music arranged by Sir John Stainer (1840 - 1901)<br />\n<strong>Oh! la bonne nouvelle</strong>: Words, author unknown, from <em>Cantiques de Noël anciens et nouveaux</em> (1862); music by Ezwa.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2014/ |
br this year s librivox selection traditional favourites lesser known christmas carols english french german latin including 17th century harmonisation plain chant melody susan french poems set original music ezwa ryan s version händel s hallelujah chorus br br the singers wish listeners around world happy peaceful christmas br br strong the story never grows old strong words james m gray 1851 1935 music ira d sankey 1840 1908 br strong from far away strong words edited henry ramsden bramley 1833 1917 music edited sir john stainer 1840 1901 br strong oh du fröhliche strong sicilianisches fischerlied br strong a virgin pure strong anonymous english manuscript c 1777 collected davies gilbert 1823 br strong creator alme siderum strong plain chant melody harmonised sebastiano cherici 1647 1703 br strong good christian men rejoice strong words edited henry ramsden bramley 1833 1917 music edited sir john stainer 1840 1901 br strong o christmas tree strong german folk song various german authors translator unknown br strong chantons les louanges strong words author unknown em cantiques de noël anciens et nouveaux em 1862 music ezwa br strong come thou long expected jesus strong words charles wesley 1707 1788 music rowland h prichard 1811 1887 br strong hallelujah strong em messiah em g f händel 1685 1759 br strong while shepherds watched flocks strong words nahum tate 1652 1715 music winchester old whole book psalmes thomas est 1540 1608 br strong o dieu quelle nouveauté strong words author unknown em cantiques de noël anciens et nouveaux em 1862 music ezwa br strong a christmas carol all skies tonight sing o er us strong words rev john o connor 1870 1952 music german br strong infant holy infant lowly strong words music traditional polish carol translated arranged edith margaret gellibrand reed 1885 1933 br strong le sommeil de l enfant jésus strong words music françois auguste gevaert 1828 1908 br strong ye shepherds leave flocks strong words music old french translated caroline hazard 1856 1945 br strong kling glöckchen klingelingeling strong words karl enslin 1819 1875 music benedikt widmann 1820 1910 br strong o come ye faithful strong words john f wade 1711 1786 v 1 3 6 translated frederick oakeley 1841 v 4 5 translated william t brooke 1848 1917 music adeste fideles portuguese hymn john f wade 1743 br strong love came christmas strong words christina rossetti 1830 1894 music j e borland 1866 1937 em carols old carols new em 1916 charles l hutchins 1838 1920 br strong hymn christmas day see amid winter s snow strong words music edward caswall 1814 1878 words edited henry ramsden bramley 1833 1917 music arranged sir john stainer 1840 1901 br strong oh la bonne nouvelle strong words author unknown em cantiques de noël anciens et nouveaux em 1862 music ezwa br br |
| 8591 |
8526 |
9147 |
Third Person |
Henry James |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
The Third Person is an amusing spoof on spooking. The 'ghostly man about the house' in whom two increasingly competitive maiden ladies come to take a proprietary interest is as unlikely to inspire terror as the wraith in one of James's earliest tales. The anticlimactic crisis may need a footnote for younger readers: a Tauchnitz was an unauthorized continental paperback edition of a british or american book which, purely for copyright reasons, was not supposed to be brought back to England. To think of this as smuggling certainly placed, for James's contemporaries, the crimes of the ghostly third person in a hilarious perspective. (Summary by Anthony Orr)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-third-person-by-henry-james/ |
third person amusing spoof spooking ghostly man house two increasingly competitive maiden ladies come take proprietary interest unlikely inspire terror wraith one james s earliest tales anticlimactic crisis may need footnote younger readers tauchnitz unauthorized continental paperback edition british american book which purely copyright reasons supposed brought back england think smuggling certainly placed james s contemporaries crimes ghostly third person hilarious perspective summary anthony orr p |
| 8592 |
8527 |
9148 |
Forbidden Gospels and Epistles |
Various |
Christianity - Other |
This is a compilation of ancient books attributed to the writings of the apostles of Jesus Christ and their disciples. These books were once regarded with reverence by the early Christian Church during the first four centuries. After violent disputations by the Bishops of the Nicene Council, these books were forbidden and omitted from the Catholic and Protestant Editions of the New Testament in the reign of the Emperor Constantine. The "Forbidden Books" have been translated from the original tongues, with historical references to their authenticity, BY ARCHBISHOP WAKE AND OTHER LEARNED DIVINES.\n - Summary by Paraphrase of the original Archbishop Wake Introduction</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-forbidden-gospels-and-epistles-by-various/ |
compilation ancient books attributed writings apostles jesus christ disciples books regarded reverence early christian church first four centuries violent disputations bishops nicene council books forbidden omitted catholic protestant editions new testament reign emperor constantine forbidden books translated original tongues historical references authenticity archbishop wake learned divines summary paraphrase original archbishop wake introduction p |
| 8593 |
8528 |
9149 |
Little Tea Book |
Arthur Gray |
Crafts & Hobbies, Cooking |
<em>After all, tea is the drink! Domestically and socially it is the beverage of the world. There may be those who will come forward with their figures to prove that other fruits of the soil—agriculturally and commercially—are more important. Perhaps they are right when quoting statistics. But what other product can compare with tea in the high regard in which it has always been held by writers whose standing in literature, and recognized good taste in other walks, cannot be questioned?</em> (From the Preface)<br><br>\n\nA Little Tea Book is a clever book about all things tea- Eastern and Western tea history, stories, culture, quotes, and even poetry. A good little read for tea lovers everywhere. (Summary by Mary Kay) <br><br> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-tea-book-by-arthur-gray/ |
em after all tea drink domestically socially beverage world may come forward figures prove fruits soil agriculturally commercially are important perhaps right quoting statistics product compare tea high regard always held writers whose standing literature recognized good taste walks cannot questioned em from preface br br little tea book clever book things tea eastern western tea history stories culture quotes even poetry good little read tea lovers everywhere summary mary kay br br |
| 8594 |
8531 |
9152 |
Lyrics from the Chinese |
Helen Waddell |
Lyric |
Thirty-six short Chinese poems from the 12th to the 7th Century B.C. are translated into English by Irish Poet Helen Waddell. Summary by MaryAnn.<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lyrics-from-the-chinese-by-helen-waddell/ |
thirty six short chinese poems 12th 7th century b c translated english irish poet helen waddell summary maryann br br |
| 8595 |
8534 |
9155 |
Almond-Blossom |
Olive Wadsley |
Family Life |
At the beginning of the story, Tony and Fay had lost a child. One day, Tony saves a little girl, Doro, from drowning. He and Fay end up adopting Doro. Soon after this, Fay discovers that she is with-child. She gives birth to a son, Rex, but tragedy soon follows. We follow the story of Doro and Rex, their unusual upbringing, and how time works its ways upon their relationships with their family members and with each other. For they have always known each other, and as they grow up, soon begin to see the other in a different light. This novel is a graceful portrayal of family relationships, growing up, dealing with loss and grief, and the realization that love reveals itself in the most unpredictable ways.\n<br><br>\nNot much is known about the author except that she was an active contributor to a periodical called The Star from the 1920’s to mid-1930’s. She was also known to be a theater-goer who was interested in languages, as well as an avid motorist. It seems that she is even credited with being the first Englishwoman who rode the Zeppelin in Hamburg.\n - Summary by mlcui</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/almond-blossom-by-olive-wadsley/ |
beginning story tony fay lost child one day tony saves little girl doro drowning fay end adopting doro soon this fay discovers with child gives birth son rex tragedy soon follows follow story doro rex unusual upbringing time works ways upon relationships family members other always known other grow up soon begin see different light novel graceful portrayal family relationships growing up dealing loss grief realization love reveals unpredictable ways br br much known author except active contributor periodical called star 1920 s mid 1930 s also known theater goer interested languages well avid motorist seems even credited first englishwoman rode zeppelin hamburg summary mlcui p |
| 8596 |
8535 |
9156 |
Origin Of Species by Means of Natural Selection (version 2) |
Charles Darwin |
Life Sciences |
This is the 6th and last edition of "On The Origin of Species" with all additions and corrections, often considered the Definitive Edition. </p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-origin-of-species-by-natural-selection-by-charles-darwin/ |
6th last edition on origin species additions corrections often considered definitive edition p |
| 8597 |
8536 |
9157 |
Bayard from Bengal |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
The estimable gentleman, Chunder Bindabun Bhosh, ESQ., B.A., travels from his native India to England, with his impeccable English and manners, which immediately mark him as a foreigner, and embarks on an enviable program of escapades. These stories are the product of the fertile imagination of Hurry Bungsho Jabberjee, B.A., a nom de plume for the humorist F. Anstey, which is a further nom de plume for Thomas Anstey Guthrie. Whether rescuing a nubile maiden from a charging bull or falling in love with said nubile maiden, Mr. Bosh, B. A. cannot help but perform with the requisite humor to engage our attention. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-bayard-from-bengal-by-f-anstey/ |
estimable gentleman chunder bindabun bhosh esq b a travels native india england impeccable english manners immediately mark foreigner embarks enviable program escapades stories product fertile imagination hurry bungsho jabberjee b a nom de plume humorist f anstey nom de plume thomas anstey guthrie whether rescuing nubile maiden charging bull falling love said nubile maiden mr bosh b a cannot help perform requisite humor engage attention summary w jenkins p |
| 8598 |
8537 |
9158 |
Old Granny Fox |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature, Family |
Old Granny Fox and grandson Reddy Fox must use all their cunning to hunt up enough food to survive the long winter. Food in the Green Meadow is scarce but Farmer Brown's hens are locked up tight and protected by Bowser the Hound, so Granny takes a conceited Reddy hunting and teaches him some surprising new tricks to lure in their dinner. Old Granny and Reddy Fox encounter danger and adventure in their quests to keep their bellies full, including a close encounter with Farmer Brown's boy, a clever plot to steal Bowser's food, and an unforeseen thief who might outsmart this sneaky pair. - Summary by Jill Engle</p>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/old-granny-fox-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
old granny fox grandson reddy fox must use cunning hunt enough food survive long winter food green meadow scarce farmer brown s hens locked tight protected bowser hound granny takes conceited reddy hunting teaches surprising new tricks lure dinner old granny reddy fox encounter danger adventure quests keep bellies full including close encounter farmer brown s boy clever plot steal bowser s food unforeseen thief might outsmart sneaky pair summary jill engle p |
| 8599 |
8538 |
9159 |
My Experiences as an Executioner |
James Berry |
*Non-fiction, Memoirs |
From 1884 until 1891, James Berry was an executioner. In this time he carried out 131 hangings. In this memoir he writes about the methods he used, and the final moments of some of those he executed. - Summary by ashleighjane</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-experiences-as-an-executioner-by-james-berry/ |
1884 1891 james berry executioner time carried 131 hangings memoir writes methods used final moments executed summary ashleighjane p |
| 8600 |
8539 |
9160 |
Mountain Song |
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you nine recordings of "Mountain Song” by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson. The Weekly Poem for August 31, 2014 takes us up to the mountain heights of Norway. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/mountain-song-by-bjornstjerne-bjornson/ |
librivox volunteers bring nine recordings mountain song bjørnstjerne bjørnson weekly poem august 31 2014 takes us mountain heights norway summary maryann p |
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8540 |
9161 |
Wreck of the Hesperus |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you ten recordings of "The Wreck of the Hesperus” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow,the Fortnightly Poem for August 31, 2014. May we each be spared from the wreck of pride on the reef of Norman's Woe. (Summary by MaryAnn).<br /><br /> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-wreck-of-the-hesperus-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten recordings the wreck hesperus henry wadsworth longfellow the fortnightly poem august 31 2014 may spared wreck pride reef norman s woe summary maryann br br |
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8541 |
9162 |
Ellendigen - Deel 5 - Jean Valjean |
Victor Hugo |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Ellendigen is een vertaling van Les Miserables, een sociale roman, met een sterke moraal. Hugo neemt het in zijn werk op voor de paria’s in de 19e-eeuwse maatschappij en richt in een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar ‘meedogenloze’ wetten. Valjean is de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat, die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden. Dit is het vijfde en laatste deel dat vernoemd is naar de hoofdpersoon Jean Valjean. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
0 |
https://librivox.org/de-ellendigen-deel-5-jean-valjean-by-victor-hugo/ |
ellendigen een vertaling van les miserables een sociale roman met een sterke moraal hugo neemt het zijn werk op voor de paria s de 19e eeuwse maatschappij en richt een vlammende aanklacht tegen de samenleving en haar meedogenloze wetten valjean de incarnatie van het lijdende proletariaat die een reeks eindeloze beproevingen moet ondergaan alvorens loutering en dood te vinden dit het vijfde en laatste deel dat vernoemd naar de hoofdpersoon jean valjean summary marcel coenders p |
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8542 |
9163 |
Casa Velha |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Com o fim de escrever um livro sobre a história do Primeiro Reinado, um cônego procura conhecer uma casa onde morou um ex-ministro, na qual havia papéis que o ajudariam na sua pesquisa. Durante esta pesquisa, o cônego torna-se grande amigo da família. Deste modo, vê na amizade de Félix (filho da dona da casa, D. Antônia) e Lalau (uma agregada da casa) uma possível paixão. No desenrolar da trama, descobre que sua observação estava correta. Este romance esquecido de Machado de Assis foi redescoberto somente no século XX, tendo sido, até a obra de John Gledson, considerado uma novela de importância secundária. Nele, o autor volta a temas recorrentes em sua obra de primeira fase (o estigma social de enjeitados, impossibilitados de casar ou inserir-se na burguesia brasileira devido à sua posição social) com o teor crítico e ironia de suas melhores obras. - Summary by Wikipedia e Felipe Vale da Silva</p> |
Portuguese |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/casa-velha-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
com fim de escrever um livro sobre história primeiro reinado um cônego procura conhecer uma casa onde morou um ex ministro na qual havia papéis que ajudariam na sua pesquisa durante esta pesquisa cônego torna se grande amigo da família deste modo vê na amizade de félix filho da dona da casa d antônia e lalau uma agregada da casa uma possível paixão desenrolar da trama descobre que sua observação estava correta este romance esquecido de machado de assis foi redescoberto somente século xx tendo sido até obra de john gledson considerado uma novela de importância secundária nele autor volta temas recorrentes em sua obra de primeira fase o estigma social de enjeitados impossibilitados de casar ou inserir se na burguesia brasileira devido à sua posição social com teor crítico e ironia de suas melhores obras summary wikipedia e felipe vale da silva p |
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8543 |
9164 |
Benefactress |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
Published 1900 onward |
Anna Estcourt, twenty-five and beautiful, is the penniless ward of her distant brother and his exasperating wife. Turning down all offers of marriage, scornful at the thought of leaning on a man for help and comfort, she thinks only of the independence which seems an impossible dream. But out of the blue Uncle Joachim, her mother's brother, leaves her a handsome property in Germany. Her longed for independence is within her grasp, and though it's a rocky beginning with the locals, she loves her new home. Keen to use her new-found wealth for the benefit of others, she embarks on a plan to throw open her doors to distressed gentlewomen - a project which takes a far greater physical and emotional toll than she could have imagined. Although she maintains that she is not interested in men, might the friendship of her neighbouring landowner, Axel Lohm, make her new life a little easier to bear?...<br/><br/>A warm, charming story which is packed with Elizabeth von Arnim's trademark humour and wry observation of character. It's also a perceptive critique of society's constraints on women, holding up a glass to all the artfulness and falseness of 'femininity' - but despite its strong feminist overtones, it manages simultaneously to be a wonderful romantic comedy! - Summary by Helen Taylor<br/><br/> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-benefactress-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
anna estcourt twenty five beautiful penniless ward distant brother exasperating wife turning offers marriage scornful thought leaning man help comfort thinks independence seems impossible dream blue uncle joachim mother s brother leaves handsome property germany longed independence within grasp though rocky beginning locals loves new home keen use new found wealth benefit others embarks plan throw open doors distressed gentlewomen project takes far greater physical emotional toll could imagined although maintains interested men might friendship neighbouring landowner axel lohm make new life little easier bear br br a warm charming story packed elizabeth von arnim s trademark humour wry observation character also perceptive critique society s constraints women holding glass artfulness falseness femininity despite strong feminist overtones manages simultaneously wonderful romantic comedy summary helen taylor br br |
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8544 |
9165 |
Man and Wife |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
This 1870 novel by Wilkie Collins centers around a peculiarity of Scottish law of that time, according to which any man and woman 'who were legally entitled to marry and who asserted that they were married before witnesses, or in writing, were regarded in Scotland as being married in law.' This strange law causes the characters Arnold and Geoffrey both possibly accidentally marrying Anne, though one is engaged to another woman and the other is searching for a more wealthy wife to accomodate his lifestyle. In these circumstances, Anne needs to catch an actual husband in order to save her reputation... - Summary by Carolin and Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/man-and-wife-by-wilkie-collins/ |
1870 novel wilkie collins centers around peculiarity scottish law time according man woman who legally entitled marry asserted married witnesses writing regarded scotland married law strange law causes characters arnold geoffrey possibly accidentally marrying anne though one engaged another woman searching wealthy wife accomodate lifestyle circumstances anne needs catch actual husband order save reputation summary carolin wikipedia p |
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8545 |
9166 |
Lavender Lit 101 - International LGB Literature up to 1923 |
Various |
Literary Fiction, Poetry, Essays & Short Works |
International LGB Literature up to 1923\nThis is a collection of 30 American and European gay, lesbian, & bisexual writers from the 16th thru early 20th Centuries. Heavy on poetry -- including a rousing WWI anthem from 1915 -- with a few short stories and essays. Non-English works should be read where possible in their original language. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lavender-lit-101-by-various/ |
international lgb literature 1923 collection 30 american european gay lesbian bisexual writers 16th thru early 20th centuries heavy poetry including rousing wwi anthem 1915 short stories essays non english works read possible original language summary bellonatimes p |
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8546 |
9167 |
Short Poetry Collection 136 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 22 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2014. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-136-by-various/ |
collection 22 poems read librivox volunteers september 2014 p |
| 8608 |
8547 |
9168 |
Meister Eckhart's Sermons: First Time Translated into English |
Meister Eckhart |
Medieval, Christianity - Other |
<i>"If a piece of wood became as aware of the nearness of God as an archangel is, the piece of wood would be as happy as an archangel."</i></p>\n\nThis is a collection of seven sermons of Meister Eckhart, the German medieval scholastic philosopher-theologian, which were translated by Claude Field and published with a Preface in approximately 1909. The publication was titled <i>Heart and Life Booklets. No. 22</i>, and published in London by H. R. Allenson, Ltd. / Racquet Court, 111 Fleet Street, E.C. - Summary by Eric W. Metzler</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/meister-eckharts-sermons-first-time-translated-into-english-by-meister-eckhart/ |
i if piece wood became aware nearness god archangel is piece wood would happy archangel i p collection seven sermons meister eckhart german medieval scholastic philosopher theologian translated claude field published preface approximately 1909 publication titled i heart life booklets no 22 i published london h r allenson ltd racquet court 111 fleet street e c summary eric w metzler p |
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8548 |
9169 |
Stone Axe Of Burkamukk |
Mary Grant Bruce |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Mary Grant Bruce was an Australian children's writer who spent one year collecting Aboriginal stories in Gippsland - a part of Victoria which it is thought had a dense population of the early Australians. Sadly, now there are no tribal people living, though their descendants are still around. This book contains 13 stories of the Gunaikurnai people, as told by their elders to the author. From the preface:<br>\n<em>Year by year the old black tribes are dying out, and many of their legends and beliefs are dying with them. These legends deal with the world as the blacks knew it; with the Bush animals and birds; the powers of storm, flood, fire, thunder, and magic, and the beings who they thought controlled these powers; with the sun, moon and stars; and with the life and death of men and women. <br> \nThe folktales of a people are the story of its soul, and it would be a pity if the native races of our country were to vanish altogether before we had collected enough of their legends to let their successors know what manner of people lived in Australia for thousands of years before the white man came.</em> (From the Preface by Mary Grant Bruce with a little help from annise) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-stone-axe-of-burkamukk-by-mary-grant-bruce/ |
mary grant bruce australian children s writer spent one year collecting aboriginal stories gippsland part victoria thought dense population early australians sadly tribal people living though descendants still around book contains 13 stories gunaikurnai people told elders author preface br em year year old black tribes dying out many legends beliefs dying them legends deal world blacks knew it bush animals birds powers storm flood fire thunder magic beings thought controlled powers sun moon stars life death men women br folktales people story soul would pity native races country vanish altogether collected enough legends let successors know manner people lived australia thousands years white man came em from preface mary grant bruce little help annise p |
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8549 |
9170 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 4 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
Volume 4 continues the story in epistolary form of the despoliation of Clarissa, as all the forces of society and the personal nefariousness of the devilish rake Lovelace conspire to overcome her virtue. One of the earliest and certainly the longest novel in the English language, with a wide-ranging influence not only on the English novel, but also on nineteenth century European literature at large, it is gripping, twisted and a magnificent dramatic soap opera. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-volume-4-by-samuel-richardson/ |
volume 4 continues story epistolary form despoliation clarissa forces society personal nefariousness devilish rake lovelace conspire overcome virtue one earliest certainly longest novel english language wide ranging influence english novel also nineteenth century european literature large gripping twisted magnificent dramatic soap opera summary nicole lee p |
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8550 |
9171 |
Bilihild: A Tale of the Irish Missionaries in Germany, A.D. 703 |
Religious Tract Society |
Christian Fiction |
When the God-fearing Herzog of Thuringia dies, the Irish missionary settlements face the wrath of his bitterly heathen wife, Geila, and her son, now Herzog Hedan. But when Hedan falls in love with Bilihild, a young Christian maiden, he offers peace to his Christian subjects if Bilihild will become his wife. As Bilihild strives to love her new husband and protect her people, she faces increasing difficulty and danger, especially from her jealous mother-in-law. As the clouds thicken around her, Bilihild must put her entire reliance on the God whom she honors and loves. (Summary by bookAngel7)</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/bilihild-by-julie-sutter/ |
god fearing herzog thuringia dies irish missionary settlements face wrath bitterly heathen wife geila son herzog hedan hedan falls love bilihild young christian maiden offers peace christian subjects bilihild become wife bilihild strives love new husband protect people faces increasing difficulty danger especially jealous mother in law clouds thicken around her bilihild must put entire reliance god honors loves summary bookangel7 p |
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8551 |
9172 |
Laughter Limited |
Nina Wilcox Putnam |
Published 1900 onward |
When some people write the story of their life it is a sign that they are dead. There are in the motion-picture world also a class of dead ones who allow somebody else to write their biography. Dead from the neck up, anyways. They may be alive as stars all right, but they couldn't write a continuity for the story of a custard pie. Bonnie Delane, Famous Silvermont Star, tells her own story exclusively for Closeups Magazine. The inner life of America's best-known picture actress revealed for the first time for Closeup readers. - Summary Adapted from the Introduction</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/laughter-limited-by-nina-wilcox-putnam/ |
people write story life sign dead motion picture world also class dead ones allow somebody else write biography dead neck up anyways may alive stars right write continuity story custard pie bonnie delane famous silvermont star tells story exclusively closeups magazine inner life america s best known picture actress revealed first time closeup readers summary adapted introduction p |
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8552 |
9173 |
Little Meg's Children |
Hesba Stretton |
Family |
This is the touching and endearing story of Little Meg and her trials and difficulties as she does her best to look after 'her children' after their mother dies. \n<br><br>\nFather is away at sea and is expected every day, but when father's ship comes in he is not aboard! With the help of her new friend and neighbour Kitty, she finds out that he was 'took bad' on the other side of the world, who knows when or if he will ever make it back. Meanwhile, Little Meg must take care of Robby and baby. There are better days and worse days. There is the wonderful trip to Temple Gardens and the difficult process of pawning away their best clothes so Meg can buy food and coal. But through everything, Meg's simple childlike faith in God carries her through as each of her prayers are faithfully answered and a happy ending comes in sight! ( fiddlesticks)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/little-megs-children-by-hesba-stretton/ |
touching endearing story little meg trials difficulties best look her children mother dies br br father away sea expected every day father s ship comes aboard help new friend neighbour kitty finds took bad side world knows ever make back meanwhile little meg must take care robby baby better days worse days wonderful trip temple gardens difficult process pawning away best clothes meg buy food coal everything meg s simple childlike faith god carries prayers faithfully answered happy ending comes sight fiddlesticks p |
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8553 |
9174 |
Warlord of Mars (version 3) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
After the horrendous battle at the end of the previous book, which ended with the destruction of the religion of Issus, John Carter's wife and two other women were locked in a slowly rotating prison attached to the Temple of the Sun, each of whose hundreds of cells are only open to the outside world once every year. In the meantime, Carter's friend Xodar has become the new Jeddak (chief or king) of the black Martian First Born, and those white Martian therns who reject the old religion likewise gain a new unnamed leader, but there are still some who wish to keep the old discredited religion going, including the therns' erstwhite leader, the Holy Hekkador Matai Shang. John Carter discovers that a First Born named Thurid knows the secret of the Temple of the Sun and he and Matai Shang want to rescue the Holy Thern's daughter Phaidor, who has been imprisoned with Dejah Thoris and another Barsoomian princess, Thuvia of Ptarth, in the Temple jail for several hundred days. Unfortunately, Thurid, to spite Carter, gets Matai Shang to also take Dejah Thoris and Thuvia along with them. Carter follows them in the hope of liberating his beloved wife. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-warlord-of-mars-version-3-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
horrendous battle end previous book ended destruction religion issus john carter s wife two women locked slowly rotating prison attached temple sun whose hundreds cells open outside world every year meantime carter s friend xodar become new jeddak chief king black martian first born white martian therns reject old religion likewise gain new unnamed leader still wish keep old discredited religion going including therns erstwhite leader holy hekkador matai shang john carter discovers first born named thurid knows secret temple sun matai shang want rescue holy thern s daughter phaidor imprisoned dejah thoris another barsoomian princess thuvia ptarth temple jail several hundred days unfortunately thurid spite carter gets matai shang also take dejah thoris thuvia along them carter follows hope liberating beloved wife summary wikipedia p |
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8554 |
9175 |
Last Stroke |
Lawrence L. Lynch |
Detective Fiction |
Written by Chicago socialite, Emma Murdock Van Deventer, under the nom de plume of Lawrence L. Lynch, this detective story opens with the mysterious disappearance of schoolmaster, Mr. Brierly. The under-teacher and students set about finding him, but when his body is found, the mystery only deepens. Was it murder? What was the motive? He appeared to have no enemies. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-stroke-by-lawrence-l-lynch/ |
written chicago socialite emma murdock van deventer nom de plume lawrence l lynch detective story opens mysterious disappearance schoolmaster mr brierly under teacher students set finding him body found mystery deepens murder motive appeared enemies summary lynne thompson p |
| 8616 |
8555 |
9176 |
Lark |
E. Nesbit |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
"The Lark" has all the charm and freshness which have made Miss Nesbit's former novels so justly popular, and yet the story ts entirely new and original. Two girls, Jane and Lucilla, are led by Jane's guardian to entertain high hopes. The fortune, however, which Jane was to have inherited, has been lost by unlucky speculations, and the two girls have to set about earning their own livings. They experience many adventures and ups and downs of fortune before they meet with the two men who ensure their happiness and prosperity. A delightful story, well worth reading. - Summary by (from 1922 back-of-book advert)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-lark-by-e-nesbit/ |
the lark charm freshness made miss nesbit s former novels justly popular yet story ts entirely new original two girls jane lucilla led jane s guardian entertain high hopes fortune however jane inherited lost unlucky speculations two girls set earning livings experience many adventures ups downs fortune meet two men ensure happiness prosperity delightful story well worth reading summary from 1922 back of book advert p |
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8556 |
9177 |
Tea-Cup Reading and Fortune-Telling by Tea Leaves |
Lillian Shearon |
Performing Arts |
Reading the Cup is essentially a domestic form of Fortune-telling to be practiced at home, and with success by anyone who will take the trouble to master the simple rules laid down in these pages: and it is in the hope that it will provide a basis for much innocent and inexpensive amusement and recreation round the tea-table at home, as well as for a more serious study of an interesting subject, that this little guide-book to the science is confidently offered to the public. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/tea-cup-reading-and-fortune-telling-by-tea-leaves-by-a-highland-seer/ |
reading cup essentially domestic form fortune telling practiced home success anyone take trouble master simple rules laid pages hope provide basis much innocent inexpensive amusement recreation round tea table home well serious study interesting subject little guide book science confidently offered public summary mary kay p |
| 8618 |
8557 |
9178 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Teachers |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre.<br><br>\n\nIn this volume he reflects on the lives of great teachers throughout history. Included are Moses, Confucius, Pythagoras, Plato, King Alfred, Erasmus, Booker T. Washington, Thomas Arnold, Friedrich Froebel, Hypatia, Saint Benedict and Mary Baker Eddy. (Summary by Lucy Perry, adapted by Luke Sartor) \n\nThis is Volume 10 in a series of 14 books. </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-great-teachers-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard describes homes authors poets social reformers prestigious people reflecting surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre br br volume reflects lives great teachers throughout history included moses confucius pythagoras plato king alfred erasmus booker t washington thomas arnold friedrich froebel hypatia saint benedict mary baker eddy summary lucy perry adapted luke sartor volume 10 series 14 books p |
| 8619 |
8558 |
9179 |
My Shadow |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 14 readings of My Shadow, by Robert Louis Stevenson. Stevenson's famous poem concerns a child's shadow, and it's antics. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 7th, 2014. Summary by Sweet Pea.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/my-shadow-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 readings shadow robert louis stevenson stevenson s famous poem concerns child s shadow antics weekly poetry project week september 7th 2014 summary sweet pea p |
| 8620 |
8559 |
9180 |
Rough Notes Taken During Some Rapid Journeys Across the Pampas and Among the Andes |
Francis Bond Head |
*Non-fiction, Modern (19th C) |
<i>“Galloped on with no stopping, but merely to change horses until five o’clock in the evening—very tired indeed, but . . . saw fresh horses in the corral, and resolved to push on. At half-past seven, after having galloped a hundred and fifty-three miles, and been fourteen hours and a half on horseback got to the post—quite exhausted—I could scarcely speak . . . an hour before daylight was awakened by the Gaucho, got up, had some mate, mounted my horse, and as I galloped along felt pleased that the sun should find me at my work. . .”</i><br><br>\n\nLater in life nicknamed “Galloping Head,” for his exploits on the Argentine pampas, Sir Frances Head Bond, went to the Argentine in 1825 as mining supervisor for the Rio Plata Mining Association, a group of English speculators whose ill-planed and financially disastrous idea it was to send Cornish miners to re-open old gold and silver mines in the former Spanish colonies. His “Rough Notes,” often written in a staccato style that is surprisingly fresh, show a gusty, resourceful adventurer— riding across the Andes on mules who sank into snow above their knees at every step, obliging the riders to balance their feet on the mules’ ears; clambering down 250 feet of notched sticks to inspect a silver mine; foraging bluntly for food for his men in a land of scarcity: “We found they had got dry peaches and live goats. We put some of the former in a pot to boil . . . and because I was very hungry, I put a pistol to (the goat’s) ear, and in a short time he was roasting on the burning embers.” Sir Bond Head later served as lieutenant –governor of Upper Canada 1835-1837. (Summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>\n\n |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/rough-notes-taken-during-some-rapid-journeys-across-the-pampas-and-among-the-andes-by-francis-bond-head/ |
i galloped stopping merely change horses five o clock evening very tired indeed saw fresh horses corral resolved push on half past seven galloped hundred fifty three miles fourteen hours half horseback got post quite exhausted i could scarcely speak hour daylight awakened gaucho got up mate mounted horse galloped along felt pleased sun find work i br br later life nicknamed galloping head exploits argentine pampas sir frances head bond went argentine 1825 mining supervisor rio plata mining association group english speculators whose ill planed financially disastrous idea send cornish miners re open old gold silver mines former spanish colonies rough notes often written staccato style surprisingly fresh show gusty resourceful adventurer riding across andes mules sank snow knees every step obliging riders balance feet mules ears clambering 250 feet notched sticks inspect silver mine foraging bluntly food men land scarcity we found got dry peaches live goats put former pot boil hungry put pistol the goat s ear short time roasting burning embers sir bond head later served lieutenant governor upper canada 1835 1837 summary sue anderson br br |
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8560 |
9181 |
Rhymes For The Young Folk |
William Allingham |
Poetry |
Popular for his simple, delicate poetry for children, this Irishman wrote these verses for his three children, Gerald, Eva and Henry, and others like them. Typically, they touch on fairies and nature. - Summary by Lynne Thompson\n<br><br> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/rhymes-for-the-young-folk-by-william-allingham/ |
popular simple delicate poetry children irishman wrote verses three children gerald eva henry others like them typically touch fairies nature summary lynne thompson br br |
| 8622 |
8561 |
9182 |
Doctor Johannes Faust |
Karl Joseph Simrock |
Drama |
Die Geschichte des Dr. Johannes Faust, der nach höherer Erkenntnis strebt, dafür seine Seele dem Teufel verschreibt und schließlich zur Hölle fährt, gehört zu den am weitesten verbreiteten Stoffen in der europäischen Literatur seit dem 16. Jahrhundert. Nachdem im Jahre 1587 der Buchdrucker Johann Spies erstmals ein umfassendes "Volksbuch" über das Leben des Johann Faust veröffentlichte, wurde der Stoff bis heute in einer Unzahl von Verarbeitungen für Literatur, Bühne, Puppenspiel, Oper und Ballett verwendet.\n<br></br>\nBesonders im 18. und 19. Jahrhundert wurden klassische Stoffe dem breiten Publikum durch Puppenbühnen auf den Jahrmärkten bekannt gemacht. Auch Goethe hat als Knabe das Puppen- und Volksschauspiel des Faust mehrfach gesehen und es als Anregung für sein wohl bekanntestes Werk aufgenommen. Karl Simrock hat im Jahre 1846 die bis dahin nur mündlich überlieferten Fassungen der seinerzeit weithin bekannten Puppentheater für sein Werk „Doctor Johannes Faust - Puppenspiel in vier Aufzügen“ verwendet und eine auch heute zuweilen noch gespielte Version geschaffen.\n(Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-johannes-faust-by-karl-joseph-simrock/ |
die geschichte des dr johannes faust der nach höherer erkenntnis strebt dafür seine seele dem teufel verschreibt und schließlich zur hölle fährt gehört zu den weitesten verbreiteten stoffen der europäischen literatur seit dem 16 jahrhundert nachdem im jahre 1587 der buchdrucker johann spies erstmals ein umfassendes volksbuch über das leben des johann faust veröffentlichte wurde der stoff bis heute einer unzahl von verarbeitungen für literatur bühne puppenspiel oper und ballett verwendet br br besonders im 18 und 19 jahrhundert wurden klassische stoffe dem breiten publikum durch puppenbühnen auf den jahrmärkten bekannt gemacht auch goethe hat als knabe das puppen und volksschauspiel des faust mehrfach gesehen und es als anregung für sein wohl bekanntestes werk aufgenommen karl simrock hat im jahre 1846 die bis dahin nur mündlich überlieferten fassungen der seinerzeit weithin bekannten puppentheater für sein werk doctor johannes faust puppenspiel vier aufzügen verwendet und eine auch heute zuweilen noch gespielte version geschaffen zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
| 8623 |
8562 |
9183 |
Adventskalender 2014 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction, Plays |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen.<br><br>\nFür den 24. Dezember haben wir ein kleines Krippenspiel aufgenommen. Die Rollen wurden gelesen von:<br>\nErzähler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5424"> Julia Niedermaier </a><br>\nWirt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5055"> Karlsson </a><br>\nHaushalter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6719"> Martin Harbecke </a><br>\nJoseph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9646"> KlausN </a><br>\nMaria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9610"> keltoi </a><br>\nEngel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9494"> Cyamis </a><br>\n1. Hirt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2037"> Hokuspokus </a><br>\nSteffen, der 2. Hirt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174"> Availle </a><br>\n3. Hirt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9565"> Bernd Ungerer </a><br><br>\n<b>Audioschnitt: Karlsson</b><br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2014-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen br br für den 24 dezember haben wir ein kleines krippenspiel aufgenommen die rollen wurden gelesen von br erzähler a href https librivox org reader 5424 julia niedermaier a br wirt a href https librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br haushalter a href https librivox org reader 6719 martin harbecke a br joseph a href https librivox org reader 9646 klausn a br maria a href https librivox org reader 9610 keltoi a br engel a href https librivox org reader 9494 cyamis a br 1 hirt a href https librivox org reader 2037 hokuspokus a br steffen der 2 hirt a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br 3 hirt a href https librivox org reader 9565 bernd ungerer a br br b audioschnitt karlsson b br |
| 8624 |
10962 |
11619 |
Siege of London |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
In this work, first published in 1883, James once again writes of an American trying to settle in England. The woman at the center, however, is not a product of the Boston or New York upper classes, but of the American West, and is thus distinguished from the characters of many of his other transatlantic works. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-siege-of-london-by-henry-james/ |
work first published 1883 james writes american trying settle england woman center however product boston new york upper classes american west thus distinguished characters many transatlantic works summary nicholas clifford |
| 8625 |
8563 |
9184 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 30 - The Day of Sir Wilfrid Laurier: A Chronicle of Our Own Time |
Oscar D. Skelton |
Modern (19th C) |
In conformity with its title, this volume, save for the earlier chapters, is history rather than biography, is of the <i>day</i>, more than of the man. The aim has been to review the more significant events and tendencies in the recent political life of Canada. (from the Preface)<br />Sir Wilfrid Laurier (1841-1919) was a member of parliament for 45 years (1874-1919) and Prime Minister of Canada from 1896 to 1911. He was Canada's first French-speaking prime minister and did much to reconcile English and French Canada. (TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-of-sir-wilfrid-laurier-by-oscar-d-skelton/ |
conformity title volume save earlier chapters history rather biography i day i man aim review significant events tendencies recent political life canada from preface br sir wilfrid laurier 1841 1919 member parliament 45 years 1874 1919 prime minister canada 1896 1911 canada s first french speaking prime minister much reconcile english french canada triciag p |
| 8626 |
8564 |
9185 |
Uncle's Dream |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<i>Uncle’s Dream</i> by Fyodor Dostoyevsky was written following his five year exile to Siberia where he was sent to serve in a hard labor camp. Following what could only have been a harrowing and harsh existence in Russia’s infamous prison for political and social prisoners, one would expect Dostoyevsky’s work to have been dark and bitter. Rather, <i>Uncle’s Dream </i>is a humorous and yet scathing commentary on Russian provincial high-society.<br><br>The story of elderly Prince K. who comes to visit the town of Mordasoff, lorded over by the imperious Maria Alexandrovna, is one of love, hate, deceit and greed. Standing reluctantly at Maria Alexandrovna’s side is her haughty daughter, Zina, who has few friends of her own. The prince’s companion and distant relative is Paul Mosgliakoff, suitor to Zina.<br><br>Maria Alexandrovna and Zina are the central characters in the charade to lure the senile prince into a marriage of convenience (not for him but for Maria Alexandrovna and Zina). They, and a host of lesser characters, are brought to life in full color by Dostoyevsky’s masterful wordsmithing. <i>Uncle’s Dream </i>is a must listen for any fan of not only Dostoyevsky, but of Russian literature and the “goings-on” of the Russian “upper crust.” (Summary by Greg Giordano)</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/uncles-dream-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
i uncle s dream i fyodor dostoyevsky written following five year exile siberia sent serve hard labor camp following could harrowing harsh existence russia s infamous prison political social prisoners one would expect dostoyevsky s work dark bitter rather i uncle s dream i is humorous yet scathing commentary russian provincial high society br br the story elderly prince k comes visit town mordasoff lorded imperious maria alexandrovna one love hate deceit greed standing reluctantly maria alexandrovna s side haughty daughter zina friends own prince s companion distant relative paul mosgliakoff suitor zina br br maria alexandrovna zina central characters charade lure senile prince marriage convenience not maria alexandrovna zina they host lesser characters brought life full color dostoyevsky s masterful wordsmithing i uncle s dream i is must listen fan dostoyevsky russian literature goings on russian upper crust summary greg giordano p |
| 8627 |
8565 |
9186 |
Karl Marx: An Essay |
Harold J. Laski |
Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Born in Manchester in 1893, Harold Laski was a leading figure in the left-wing of British socialism in the first half of the 20th century. An executive member of the Fabian Society and member of the Socialist League faction of the Labour Party, he was party chairman in 1945-6. As a professor at the London School of Economics he influenced a number of prominent politicians of the post-war years, including leaders of the independence movements of Asia and Africa, and Ralph Milliband, father of the current Labour Party leader, Ed Milliband. His political views were complex and embraced democratic socialism, revolutionary Marxism and Zionism. This highly readable 1922 essay on Karl Marx is a scholarly and critical account of Marx's life and work. - Summary by Phil Benson (adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/karl-marx-an-essay-by-harold-j-laski/ |
born manchester 1893 harold laski leading figure left wing british socialism first half 20th century executive member fabian society member socialist league faction labour party party chairman 1945 6 professor london school economics influenced number prominent politicians post war years including leaders independence movements asia africa ralph milliband father current labour party leader ed milliband political views complex embraced democratic socialism revolutionary marxism zionism highly readable 1922 essay karl marx scholarly critical account marx s life work summary phil benson adapted wikipedia p |
| 8628 |
8566 |
9187 |
Say and Seal, Volume 1 |
Susan Warner |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
The arrival of a new schoolteacher causes quite a stir in the small New England town of Pattaquasset, not the least of it in the house of Mrs. Derrick and her daughter, where the young man boards. Mr. Linden's idea of teaching stretches far beyond the dusty walls of his classroom, and he is not slow in finding much work to be done for his Master. The schoolboys are soon captivated by their new teacher, and Miss Faith Derrick quickly joins the ranks of his eager pupils.\n\nBut Mr. Linden is not the only man in Pattaquasset who is attracted to the bright young woman, and his rivals have no intention of letting him carry the field unopposed. When perplexities and dangers begin to multiply, will Faith have the strength to stay true to her heart--and to her newfound Lord? - Summary by BookAngel7 |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/say-and-seal-by-susan-warner/ |
arrival new schoolteacher causes quite stir small new england town pattaquasset least house mrs derrick daughter young man boards mr linden s idea teaching stretches far beyond dusty walls classroom slow finding much work done master schoolboys soon captivated new teacher miss faith derrick quickly joins ranks eager pupils mr linden man pattaquasset attracted bright young woman rivals intention letting carry field unopposed perplexities dangers begin multiply faith strength stay true heart and newfound lord summary bookangel7 |
| 8629 |
8567 |
9188 |
Rejected Of Men; A Story Of Today |
Howard Pyle |
Christian Fiction |
This is a setting of the story of Jesus as if it had occurred during early twentieth century America. The narrator's point of view is that of an outsider looking in at the story of Jesus. Howard Pyle (1853 - 1911) was an American illustrator and author. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/rejected-of-men-a-story-of-today-by-howard-pyle/ |
setting story jesus occurred early twentieth century america narrator s point view outsider looking story jesus howard pyle 1853 1911 american illustrator author summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8630 |
8568 |
9189 |
Defence of Idealism |
May Sinclair |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The philosophy of Idealism, revived in eighteenth-century Europe by George Berkeley, argued against philosophical materialism by maintaining that Reality is a creation of the Mind. Despite its flourishing under the leadership of Hegel, Fichte, Schopenhauer, and Schelling, Idealism had definitely fallen into decline late in the nineteenth century and early in the twentieth. May Sinclair, the writer of many popular but philosophically provocative novels and part-time World War I ambulance corps-person, was an unlikely one to take up the torch of the old school and try to revive it yet again for the twentieth century. Most notably, in this treatise she tried to formulate a union of Idealistic Monism with the New Realism as epitomized by Bertrand Russell and his mathematics-based philosophy. How successful she was is a matter for the reader to judge, but this volume and its sequel (The New Idealism) provide fascinating insights into the mind of Sinclair herself, helping the twenty-first century reader better to understand this highly significant author as she wrote in the very midst of the Great War. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-defence-of-idealism-by-may-sinclair/ |
philosophy idealism revived eighteenth century europe george berkeley argued philosophical materialism maintaining reality creation mind despite flourishing leadership hegel fichte schopenhauer schelling idealism definitely fallen decline late nineteenth century early twentieth may sinclair writer many popular philosophically provocative novels part time world war ambulance corps person unlikely one take torch old school try revive yet twentieth century notably treatise tried formulate union idealistic monism new realism epitomized bertrand russell mathematics based philosophy successful matter reader judge volume sequel the new idealism provide fascinating insights mind sinclair herself helping twenty first century reader better understand highly significant author wrote midst great war summary expatriate p |
| 8631 |
8569 |
9190 |
Liar |
Henry James |
Published 1800 -1900, Single Author Collections |
A successful painter reconnects with the woman he once loved during a visit to an English country house. His surprise is great when he learns that her husband is susceptible to a very peculiar habit. - Summary by Deborah Percy</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-liar-by-henry-james/ |
successful painter reconnects woman loved visit english country house surprise great learns husband susceptible peculiar habit summary deborah percy p |
| 8632 |
8571 |
9192 |
Morning, Noon and Night |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 14 readings of Morning, Noon and Night by James Weldon Johnson. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of September 14th, 2014.<br /><br />James Weldon Johnson served as U. S. Consul to Venezuela and Nicaragua, was an early leader in the NAACP and contributed to the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s. He had a broad appreciation for black artists, musicians and writers, and worked to heighten awareness of their creativity. (from Wikipedia)</p>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/morning-noon-and-night-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 readings morning noon night james weldon johnson weekly poetry project week september 14th 2014 br br james weldon johnson served u s consul venezuela nicaragua early leader naacp contributed harlem renaissance 1920s broad appreciation black artists musicians writers worked heighten awareness creativity from wikipedia p |
| 8633 |
8572 |
9193 |
Poems from the Divan of Hafiz |
Hafiz |
Poetry, Single author |
Hafiz was a Persian poet. His collected works (Divan) are regarded as a pinnacle of Persian literature. While influenced by Islam, his mystical works are highly regarded by Hindus, Christians and others, and his influence extends to several well-known writers such as Thoreau, Goethe, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. This modest collection of 43 poems is translated by Gertrude Bell. - Summary by Kevin Davidson and the Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/poems-from-the-divan-of-hafiz/ |
hafiz persian poet collected works divan regarded pinnacle persian literature influenced islam mystical works highly regarded hindus christians others influence extends several well known writers thoreau goethe ralph waldo emerson modest collection 43 poems translated gertrude bell summary kevin davidson wikipedia p |
| 8634 |
8573 |
9194 |
Full Blessing of Pentecost |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Andrew Murray opens his Introduction to the book with these words: "The message which this little book brings is simple but most solemn. It is to the effect that the one thing needful for the Church, and the thing which, above all others, men ought everywhere to seek for with one accord and with their whole heart, is to be filled with the Spirit of God."</p>\nJesus said "He that believeth on Me, as the Scripture hath said, out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water". In Murray's words, it is as we yield our hearts to the leading of the Holy Spirit to know Christ and look at Him, and believe in what is revealed, that the Spirit can take possession of us. The Spirit is given to reveal Christ, and every revelation of Christ fully accepted gives the Spirit room to dwell and work within us. Thus can the promise of Jesus be fulfilled and we can be led into a life in which we fully trust in Christ and in which we know the fullness and power of the Spirit. (Christopher Smith) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-full-blessing-of-pentecost-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray opens introduction book words the message little book brings simple solemn effect one thing needful church thing which others men ought everywhere seek one accord whole heart filled spirit god p jesus said he believeth me scripture hath said heart shall flow rivers living water murray s words yield hearts leading holy spirit know christ look him believe revealed spirit take possession us spirit given reveal christ every revelation christ fully accepted gives spirit room dwell work within us thus promise jesus fulfilled led life fully trust christ know fullness power spirit christopher smith p |
| 8635 |
8574 |
9195 |
At the Back of the North Wind (version 2) |
George MacDonald |
Action & Adventure |
At the Back of the North Wind is a children's book by George MacDonald. It was serialized in the children's magazine Good Words for the Young beginning in 1868 and was published in book form in 1871. It is a fantasy centered on a boy named Diamond and his adventures with the North Wind. Diamond travels together with the mysterious Lady North Wind through the nights. The book includes the fairy tale Little Daylight, which has been pulled out as an independent work, or separately, added to other collections of his fairy tales. Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-back-of-the-north-wind-by-george-macdonald-2/ |
back north wind children s book george macdonald serialized children s magazine good words young beginning 1868 published book form 1871 fantasy centered boy named diamond adventures north wind diamond travels together mysterious lady north wind nights book includes fairy tale little daylight pulled independent work separately added collections fairy tales summary wikipedia p |
| 8636 |
8575 |
9196 |
Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars |
Anonymous |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Jean-Baptiste-Marie Vianney, T.O.S.F., (8 May 1786 – 4 August 1859), commonly known in English as St John Vianney, was a French parish priest who is venerated in the Catholic Church as a saint and as the patron saint of all priests. He is often referred to as the "Curé d'Ars". He became internationally notable for his priestly and pastoral work in his parish because of the radical spiritual transformation of the community and its surroundings. Catholics attribute this to his saintly life, mortification, his persevering ministry in the sacrament of confession, and his ardent devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and to Saint Philomena. <br><br>\n\nThis short biography of this beloved saint was written before he was canonized in 1925. (Summary Adapted from Wikipedia)<br><br>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-blessed-john-b-marie-vianney-cure-of-ars-by-anonymous/ |
jean baptiste marie vianney t o s f 8 may 1786 4 august 1859 commonly known english st john vianney french parish priest venerated catholic church saint patron saint priests often referred curé d ars became internationally notable priestly pastoral work parish radical spiritual transformation community surroundings catholics attribute saintly life mortification persevering ministry sacrament confession ardent devotion blessed virgin mary saint philomena br br short biography beloved saint written canonized 1925 summary adapted wikipedia br br |
| 8637 |
8576 |
9197 |
3 Science Fiction Stories by Gerald Vance |
Gerald Vance |
Science Fiction |
Three Science Fiction stories by the great Gerald Vance: Monsoons of Death is a very nice blend of horror story and a study of true bravery on the planet Mars. A newly commissioned lieutenant finds out a lot about both! In Larson's Luck, Vance takes us on a light hearted jaun into hot shot space ship pilots, piracy and the good part of breaking the rules. The last story, Vital Ingredient, takes the listener far into the future when the sport of boxing still has two musceled opponents battling it out in a ring, but they are simply puppets, every muscle, feint and jab controlled by ring side 'managers'; ex fighters who have moved up. The story asks the question: is this how champions are made? and answers it of course in a most satisfying manner. Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/3-science-fiction-stories-by-gerald-vance-by-gerald-vance/ |
three science fiction stories great gerald vance monsoons death nice blend horror story study true bravery planet mars newly commissioned lieutenant finds lot both larson s luck vance takes us light hearted jaun hot shot space ship pilots piracy good part breaking rules last story vital ingredient takes listener far future sport boxing still two musceled opponents battling ring simply puppets every muscle feint jab controlled ring side managers ex fighters moved up story asks question champions made answers course satisfying manner summary phil chenevert p |
| 8638 |
8577 |
9198 |
On the Trail of the Space Pirates |
Carey Rockwell |
Science Fiction |
Tom Corbett is the main character in a series of Tom Corbett — Space Cadet stories that were depicted in television, radio, books, comic books, comic strips, and other media in the 1950s.\nThe stories followed the adventures of Corbett and other cadets at the Space Academy as they train to become members of the Solar Guard. The action takes place at the Academy in classrooms and bunkrooms, aboard their training ship the rocket cruiser Polaris, and on alien worlds, both within our solar system and in orbit around nearby stars. This book describes the exciting adventures of our young heroes as they seek to track down and destroy the powerful and evil space pirates that are causing havoc among the space lanes. Have the boys met their match in these ruthless killers? Will the hard-boiled professional murderers of innocent people be too much for our lads? Only time will tell but one thing is absolutely sure: no matter how much danger there is, the Space Cadets will always go in, risking their own lives to protect the people depending on them. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-trail-of-the-space-pirates-by-carey-rockwell/ |
tom corbett main character series tom corbett space cadet stories depicted television radio books comic books comic strips media 1950s stories followed adventures corbett cadets space academy train become members solar guard action takes place academy classrooms bunkrooms aboard training ship rocket cruiser polaris alien worlds within solar system orbit around nearby stars book describes exciting adventures young heroes seek track destroy powerful evil space pirates causing havoc among space lanes boys met match ruthless killers hard boiled professional murderers innocent people much lads time tell one thing absolutely sure matter much danger is space cadets always go in risking lives protect people depending them summary phil chenevert p |
| 8639 |
8578 |
9199 |
Stadt ohne Juden |
Hugo Bettauer |
Satire, Published 1900 onward |
In Wien hat man das Problem des Antisemitismus gelöst: Die Juden haben bis zum Ende des Jahres Zeit, Österreich zu verlassen. Die Menschen jubeln und der Bundeskanzler Dr. Schwertfeger ist der Held der Nation. Als Österreich wirklich endlich judenfrei ist, freut man sich zunächst darüber, doch zeigen sich bald die negativen Auswirkungen, als die Wirtschaft schrumpft, die Kultur verkümmert und ganz Wien in ein neues Biedermeier fällt. Vor diesem Hintergrund spielt sich die Liebesgeschichte ab zwischen Lotte und Leo, der Wien aufgrund seiner Abstammung verlassen muß. Wird Leo als Jude einen Weg finden nicht nur Lotte zurückzugewinnen, sondern ganz Österreich? <br><br>Dies ist eine satirische Antwort auf den Europäischen Antisemitismus der 20er Jahre; die Geschichte wurde bereits 1924 verfilmt. Allerdings hatte Bettauer keine Ahnung, daß seine Satire ab 1938 bittere Wahrheit werden würde... (Zusammenfassung von Availle) <br><br>A satirical answer to the European antisemitism of the 1920s: All Jews must leave Austria, but Leo returns in disguise and tries to conquer Austria - and the heart of his beloved Lotte.</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/die-stadt-ohne-juden-by-hugo-bettauer/ |
wien hat man das problem des antisemitismus gelöst die juden haben bis zum ende des jahres zeit österreich zu verlassen die menschen jubeln und der bundeskanzler dr schwertfeger ist der held der nation als österreich wirklich endlich judenfrei ist freut man sich zunächst darüber doch zeigen sich bald die negativen auswirkungen als die wirtschaft schrumpft die kultur verkümmert und ganz wien ein neues biedermeier fällt vor diesem hintergrund spielt sich die liebesgeschichte ab zwischen lotte und leo der wien aufgrund seiner abstammung verlassen muß wird leo als jude einen weg finden nicht nur lotte zurückzugewinnen sondern ganz österreich br br dies ist eine satirische antwort auf den europäischen antisemitismus der 20er jahre die geschichte wurde bereits 1924 verfilmt allerdings hatte bettauer keine ahnung daß seine satire ab 1938 bittere wahrheit werden würde zusammenfassung von availle br br a satirical answer european antisemitism 1920s jews must leave austria leo returns disguise tries conquer austria heart beloved lotte p |
| 8640 |
8579 |
9200 |
American Philosophy Collection Vol. 2 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
<p>This recording is the second in an ongoing series of collections highlighting foundational articles in early 20th Century American philosophy.<br>\n<br>\nVolume 2 focuses on the debates surrounding the emergence of the so-called 'New Realism.' Inspired by the early works of the American pragmatists, the new realists opposed idealistic and transcendental metaphysics, and advocated for various forms of empirical and scientific naturalism. (summary by P. J. Taylor)</p>\nTrack List:\n<br>\n01 - The Program and Platform of the Six Realists by Edwin B. Holt, Walter T. Marvin, W. P. Montague, Ralph Barton Perry, Walter B.Pitkin and Edward Gleason Spaulding\n<br>\n02 - The Egocentric Predicament by R. B. Perry\n<br>\n03 - Brief Studies in Realism I by John Dewey\n<br>\n04 - Brief Studies in Realism II by John Dewey\n<br>\n05 - The Inadequacy of ‘Natural’ Realism by Durant Drake\n<br>\n06 - Reflections of a Temporalist on the New Realism by A. O. Lovejoy\n<br>\n07 - Report of the Committee on Definitions of the American Philosophical Association by F. J. E. Woodbridge, Frank Thilly, Dickinson S. Miller, Arthur O. Lovejoy, W. P. Montague, and E. G. Spaulding\n<br>\n08 - The Relation of Consciousness to Object in Sense Perception by E. B. McGilvary\n<br>\n09 - The Relation of Consciousness to Object in Sense Perception by Frank Thilly\n<br>\n10 - Consciousness and Object by W. J. E. Woodbridge\n<br>\n11 - The New Realism by Morris Raphael Cohen</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/american-philosophy-collection-vol-2-by-various/ |
p this recording second ongoing series collections highlighting foundational articles early 20th century american philosophy br br volume 2 focuses debates surrounding emergence so called new realism inspired early works american pragmatists new realists opposed idealistic transcendental metaphysics advocated various forms empirical scientific naturalism summary p j taylor p track list br 01 program platform six realists edwin b holt walter t marvin w p montague ralph barton perry walter b pitkin edward gleason spaulding br 02 egocentric predicament r b perry br 03 brief studies realism john dewey br 04 brief studies realism ii john dewey br 05 inadequacy natural realism durant drake br 06 reflections temporalist new realism a o lovejoy br 07 report committee definitions american philosophical association f j e woodbridge frank thilly dickinson s miller arthur o lovejoy w p montague e g spaulding br 08 relation consciousness object sense perception e b mcgilvary br 09 relation consciousness object sense perception frank thilly br 10 consciousness object w j e woodbridge br 11 new realism morris raphael cohen p |
| 8641 |
8580 |
9201 |
Little White Bird |
J. M. Barrie |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction |
"A children's book, sharp social commentary and sad psychological thriller about a man's search for a sense of belonging. All in one amazing and lyrical collection. This is the first book in which Peter Pan starts to appear. His adventure in Kensington Gardens are first narrated here. Other than that, it offers a magical portrait of contemporary London, and a realistic tale of a family to which every one of us could have belonged." - Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-white-bird-by-j-m-barrie/ |
a children s book sharp social commentary sad psychological thriller man s search sense belonging one amazing lyrical collection first book peter pan starts appear adventure kensington gardens first narrated here that offers magical portrait contemporary london realistic tale family every one us could belonged summary stav nisser p |
| 8642 |
8581 |
9202 |
Froschmäusekrieg |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
Der Froschmäusekrieg ist eine humorvolle Parodie auf die homerischen Epen. Ganz im klassischen Stil wird hier ein blutiger Krieg zwischen den Völkern der Frösche und der Mäuse geschildert.\n<br></br>\nDas kleine Epos wurde früher Homer zugeschrieben, der tatsächliche Autor ist unbekannt. Als Entstehungszeit gilt das erste vorchristliche Jahrhundert. Der Stoff wurde vielfach übersetzt, nacherzählt und bearbeitet. Diese LibriVox-Aufnahme enthält zwei Fassungen. Die erste ist eine Übersetzung von Franz Xaver Weinzierl von 1804, originalgetreu und klassisch in Sprache und Versmaß. Eine freiere Nachdichtung in alten deutschen Kinderreimen ist hingegen die volkstümliche Adaption Victor Blüthgens von 1878. Seine launischen und hintersinnigen Verse, mit originellen Bildern von Fedor Flinzer wunderbar illustriert, werden der parodistischen Form des Urtextes mindestens ebenso gerecht. Beide Fassungen haben ihren eigenen Reiz und finden daher nebeneinander in dieser LibriVox-Edition ihren Platz. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/der-froschmaeusekrieg-by-various/ |
der froschmäusekrieg ist eine humorvolle parodie auf die homerischen epen ganz im klassischen stil wird hier ein blutiger krieg zwischen den völkern der frösche und der mäuse geschildert br br das kleine epos wurde früher homer zugeschrieben der tatsächliche autor ist unbekannt als entstehungszeit gilt das erste vorchristliche jahrhundert der stoff wurde vielfach übersetzt nacherzählt und bearbeitet diese librivox aufnahme enthält zwei fassungen die erste ist eine übersetzung von franz xaver weinzierl von 1804 originalgetreu und klassisch sprache und versmaß eine freiere nachdichtung alten deutschen kinderreimen ist hingegen die volkstümliche adaption victor blüthgens von 1878 seine launischen und hintersinnigen verse mit originellen bildern von fedor flinzer wunderbar illustriert werden der parodistischen form des urtextes mindestens ebenso gerecht beide fassungen haben ihren eigenen reiz und finden daher nebeneinander dieser librivox edition ihren platz zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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8582 |
9203 |
Key to the Science of Theology |
Parley Pratt |
Christianity - Commentary |
"The present Volume aims to embody, in a concise and somewhat original manner and style, a general view of the Science of Theology, as gathered from revelation, history, prophecy, reason and analogy. If the Work proves an introductory key to some of the first principles of the divine science of which it treats; if it serves to open the eyes of any of his fellowmen, on the facts of the past, the present, and the future; if it leads to investigation and inquiry, and calls public attention to the greater and more particular truths which have been, or are about to be, revealed as a standard by which to unite the people of all nations and of all religions upon the rock, the sure foundation of divine, eternal, uncreated, infinite and exhaustless Truth, it will have accomplished the end aimed at by THE AUTHOR." (Summary from preface) |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/key-to-the-science-of-theology-by-parley-pratt/ |
the present volume aims embody concise somewhat original manner style general view science theology gathered revelation history prophecy reason analogy work proves introductory key first principles divine science treats serves open eyes fellowmen facts past present future leads investigation inquiry calls public attention greater particular truths been be revealed standard unite people nations religions upon rock sure foundation divine eternal uncreated infinite exhaustless truth accomplished end aimed author summary preface |
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8848 |
9473 |
Doxie Dent |
John Ackworth |
Historical Fiction |
Following the short story collections, Clog Shop Chronicles and Beckside Lights, John Ackworth completed the adventures of clogger Jabez Clegg and his Beckside cronies with a novel. Jabez's niece, the young and vivacious Doxie Dent, has grown up in 'Lunnon'. Arriving in the Lancashire village that is cloggers home, she delights the villagers with her southern ways, but Jabez remains unimpressed... Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/doxie-dent-by-john-ackworth/ |
following short story collections clog shop chronicles beckside lights john ackworth completed adventures clogger jabez clegg beckside cronies novel jabez s niece young vivacious doxie dent grown lunnon arriving lancashire village cloggers home delights villagers southern ways jabez remains unimpressed summary phil benson p |
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8583 |
9204 |
Wynken, Blynken, and Nod |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Wynken, Blynken, and Nod by Eugene Field. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 14-28, 2014.<br /><br />"Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" is a popular poem for children written by American writer and poet Eugene Field and published on March 9, 1889. The original title was Dutch Lullaby.<br /><br />The poem is a fantasy bed-time story of three children sailing and fishing in the stars. Their boat is a wooden shoe. The little fishermen symbolize a sleepy child's blinking eyes and nodding head. Summary from Wikipedia.<br /><br /> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/wynken-blynken-and-nod-by-eugene-field/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings wynken blynken nod eugene field fortnightly poetry project september 14 28 2014 br br wynken blynken nod popular poem children written american writer poet eugene field published march 9 1889 original title dutch lullaby br br the poem fantasy bed time story three children sailing fishing stars boat wooden shoe little fishermen symbolize sleepy child s blinking eyes nodding head summary wikipedia br br |
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8584 |
9205 |
Selected Interviews with Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 1 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Dramatic Readings |
A controversial lecturer, brilliant lawyer, and arguably the most famous orator of the mid to late 1800's, Ingersoll railed against the absurdities of the Bible and cruelties of Christianity, particularly the horrific notion of "eternal damnation". He tirelessly supported the arts, education, science, women’s rights, abolition, home, family, children, and human liberty. As a leader of the Freethought movement, his creed was: “Happiness is the only good, Reason the only torch, Justice the only worship, Humanity the only religion, and Love the only priest.” He was often attacked in the press. Here are 30 published interviews in which Ingersoll spoke extemporaneously, bitingly, sometimes hilariously, on a wide range of topics with newspaper reporters of the day. (Compiled from The Works Of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 8, Dresden Edition, Pub. 1900. Summary by Michele Fry </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/selected-interviews-with-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-1-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
controversial lecturer brilliant lawyer arguably famous orator mid late 1800 s ingersoll railed absurdities bible cruelties christianity particularly horrific notion eternal damnation tirelessly supported arts education science women s rights abolition home family children human liberty leader freethought movement creed was happiness good reason torch justice worship humanity religion love priest often attacked press 30 published interviews ingersoll spoke extemporaneously bitingly sometimes hilariously wide range topics newspaper reporters day compiled works robert g ingersoll volume 8 dresden edition pub 1900 summary michele fry p |
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8585 |
9206 |
Mother Stories From the New Testament |
Anonymous |
Religion |
A book of the best stories from the New Testament that mothers can tell their children.\n - Summary by Gutenberg.org </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/mother-stories-from-the-new-testament-by-anonymous/ |
book best stories new testament mothers tell children summary gutenberg org p |
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8586 |
9207 |
Duizend en één Nacht, Tweede deel |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Koning Schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn. Om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier. De dochter van deze grootvizier, Scheherazade, wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden. Om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning in de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is. De koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven. De volgende nacht komt het vervolg, maar ook dat verhaal is niet af. De koning gunt haar nog een nacht. Dit houdt Scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal. De koning is zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden. In dit tweede deel onder andere de verhalen van Sibad de Zeeman. - Summary by Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/duizend-en-een-nacht-tweede-deel-by-anoniem/ |
koning schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier de dochter van deze grootvizier scheherazade wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is de koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven de volgende nacht komt het vervolg maar ook dat verhaal niet af de koning gunt haar nog een nacht dit houdt scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal de koning zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden dit tweede deel onder andere de verhalen van sibad de zeeman summary marcel coenders |
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8587 |
9208 |
Bible (DBY) NT 01: Matthew |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. (Summary by Aaron Hultstrand)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/bible-dby-nt-01-matthew-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
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8588 |
9209 |
Deep Lake Mystery |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Imagine, if you will, a murder committed in a sealed room. A room which has been sealed from the inside, that is, with no possible means of exit, excepting a dangerous plunge through a window into a deep, foreboding lake with swirling eddies and rocks abound. Add to that image a wreath of flowers around the head and across the chest of the victim, a crucifix, an orange, a feather scarf tucked in here and there, two crackers, a handkerchief, and a feather duster. And a nail. Oh, and one more item to add to the curious array of arranged paraphenalia - a watch in a water pitcher by the bedside. Now place yourself in a position to solve the mystery behind this obvious murder of a wealthy man who was liked by everyone, and had no known enemies.</p>\n\nCarolyn Wells was a well known author of children's stories, until she began reading mystery stories written by Anna Katherine Green, and from then on she devoted her writings to puzzling mysteries in a similar vein. Summary by Roger Melin</p> |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/deep-lake-mystery-by-carolyn-wells/ |
imagine will murder committed sealed room room sealed inside is possible means exit excepting dangerous plunge window deep foreboding lake swirling eddies rocks abound add image wreath flowers around head across chest victim crucifix orange feather scarf tucked there two crackers handkerchief feather duster nail oh one item add curious array arranged paraphenalia watch water pitcher bedside place position solve mystery behind obvious murder wealthy man liked everyone known enemies p carolyn wells well known author children s stories began reading mystery stories written anna katherine green devoted writings puzzling mysteries similar vein summary roger melin p |
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8591 |
9212 |
Four Discourses Against The Arians |
Athanasius of Alexandria |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
In spite of Nicea's condemnation of Arius in 325, Arianism was far from dead. For decades after Nicea, political intrigue and personality clashes continued to confuse the doctrinal issues. Additionally, the line separating othodoxy from Arianism was blurred by a number of "semi-Arians" who agreed with the theology of orthodoxy but continued to object to the "homoousios" of the Nicene Formula. In this milieu, Athanasius of Alexandria tirelessly worked to cut through the confusion and restore unity. Sometimes alone against the world, Athanasius rejected all attempts at unity through ambiguity and strove for unity through clarity. His Four Discourses Against the Arians are the culmination of these efforts. By these, Athanasius successfully defended the theology of the Nicene Formula and united the orthodox Church. For doing so, Athanasius holds an honored place in Church history. (summary by Jonathan Lange) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/four-discourses-against-the-arians-by-athanasius-of-alexandria/ |
spite nicea s condemnation arius 325 arianism far dead decades nicea political intrigue personality clashes continued confuse doctrinal issues additionally line separating othodoxy arianism blurred number semi arians agreed theology orthodoxy continued object homoousios nicene formula milieu athanasius alexandria tirelessly worked cut confusion restore unity sometimes alone world athanasius rejected attempts unity ambiguity strove unity clarity four discourses arians culmination efforts these athanasius successfully defended theology nicene formula united orthodox church so athanasius holds honored place church history summary jonathan lange p |
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8592 |
9213 |
Our Little Austrian Cousin |
Florence E. Mendel |
General |
In this volume I have endeavored to give my young readers a clearer and a more intimate knowledge than is usually possessed of the vast territory known as the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which is a collection of provinces united under one ruler, and which is, strange to say, the only country of importance in the world that has not a distinctive language of its own, since the various races—German, Slav, Magyar and others—each speak their own tongue. The book is chiefly devoted to Austria proper and Tyrol, but the other provinces, including Dalmatia and Bosnia, are not neglected.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-austrian-cousin-by-florence-e-mendel/ |
volume endeavored give young readers clearer intimate knowledge usually possessed vast territory known austro hungarian empire collection provinces united one ruler is strange say country importance world distinctive language own since various races german slav magyar others each speak tongue book chiefly devoted austria proper tyrol provinces including dalmatia bosnia neglected p |
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8593 |
9214 |
Pony Rider Boys on the Blue Ridge |
Frank Gee Patchin |
Action & Adventure |
Yee-Haw! The Pony Rider Boys are on the move again. This time our friends are in the Carolina Mountains, battling the weather and bullies. But Tad proves how valuable and resourceful he truly is! - Summary by Ann Boulais<br><br>\n\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-with-the-texas-rangers-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers</a><br/>\nNext book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-in-new-england-by-frank-gee-patchin/">The Pony Rider Boys in New England</a>\n<br/>\n<br><br> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-pony-rider-boys-on-the-blue-ridge-by-frank-gee-patchin/ |
yee haw pony rider boys move again time friends carolina mountains battling weather bullies tad proves valuable resourceful truly is summary ann boulais br br previous book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys with the texas rangers by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys texas rangers a br next book series a href https librivox org the pony rider boys in new england by frank gee patchin the pony rider boys new england a br br br |
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8594 |
9215 |
Stine |
Theodor Fontane |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Die junge Ernestine Rehbein, genannt Stine, lebt in einfachen kleinbürgerlichen Verhältnissen bei ihrer verwitweten Schwester Pauline, die zwei Kinder von zwei verschiedenen Männern hat. Bei einer kleinen Abendgesellschaft lernt Stine den kränklichen jungen Grafen Waldemar Haldern kennen. Dieser verliebt sich in Stine und fängt an, um sie zu werben. Pauline rät Stine zur Vorsicht, um nicht ins Gerede zu kommen. Graf Haldern möchte Stine heiraten, doch sein Onkel rät ihm davon ab, da es die Ächtung seiner Familie nach sich ziehen würde. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/stine-by-theodor-fontane/ |
die junge ernestine rehbein genannt stine lebt einfachen kleinbürgerlichen verhältnissen bei ihrer verwitweten schwester pauline die zwei kinder von zwei verschiedenen männern hat bei einer kleinen abendgesellschaft lernt stine den kränklichen jungen grafen waldemar haldern kennen dieser verliebt sich stine und fängt an um sie zu werben pauline rät stine zur vorsicht um nicht ins gerede zu kommen graf haldern möchte stine heiraten doch sein onkel rät ihm davon ab da es die ächtung seiner familie nach sich ziehen würde zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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8595 |
9216 |
At the Earth's Core (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
David Innes is a mining heir who finances the experimental "iron mole," an excavating vehicle designed by his elderly inventor friend Abner Perry. In a test run, they discover the vehicle cannot be turned, and it burrows 500 miles into the Earth's crust, emerging into the unknown interior world of Pellucidar. In Burroughs' concept, the Earth is a hollow shell with Pellucidar as the internal surface of that shell.</p>\n\nPellucidar is inhabited by prehistoric creatures of all geological eras, and dominated by the Mahars, a species of flying reptile both intelligent and civilized, but which enslaves and preys on the local stone-age humans. Innes and Perry are captured by the Mahars' ape-like Sagoth servants and taken with other human captives to the chief Mahar city of Phutra. Among their fellow captives are the brave Ghak, the Hairy One, from the country of Sari, the shifty Hooja the Sly One and the lovely Dian the Beautiful of Amoz. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-earths-core-version-2-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
david innes mining heir finances experimental iron mole excavating vehicle designed elderly inventor friend abner perry test run discover vehicle cannot turned burrows 500 miles earth s crust emerging unknown interior world pellucidar burroughs concept earth hollow shell pellucidar internal surface shell p pellucidar inhabited prehistoric creatures geological eras dominated mahars species flying reptile intelligent civilized enslaves preys local stone age humans innes perry captured mahars ape like sagoth servants taken human captives chief mahar city phutra among fellow captives brave ghak hairy one country sari shifty hooja sly one lovely dian beautiful amoz summary wikipedia p |
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8596 |
9217 |
On Our Selection |
Steele Rudd |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
The humorous account of Dad and Dave and the rest of the Rudd clan as they attempt to carve a farming 'selection' out of the Australian wilderness in spite of fire, famine, snakebite, and a loony hired hand. - Summary by Son of the Exiles</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/on-our-selection-by-steele-rudd/ |
humorous account dad dave rest rudd clan attempt carve farming selection australian wilderness spite fire famine snakebite loony hired hand summary son exiles p |
| 8657 |
8597 |
9218 |
Pellucidar (version 2) |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
David Innes and his captive, a member of the reptilian Mahar master race of the interior world of Pellucidar, return from the surface world in the Iron Mole invented by his friend and companion in adventure Abner Perry.<br><br>Emerging in Pellucidar at an unknown location, David frees his captive. He names the place Greenwich and uses the technology he has brought to begin the systematic exploration and mapping of the unknown land while searching for his lost companions, Abner, Ghak, and Dian the Beautiful. He soon encounters and befriends a new ally, Ja the Mezop of the island country of Anoroc; later he finds Abner, from whom he learns that in his absence the human revolt against the Mahars has not been going well. In a parlay with the Mahars David bargains for information of his love Dian and his enemy Hooja the Sly One, which his foes agree to supply in return for the book containing the Great Secret of Mahar reproduction that David stole and hid in the previous novel. David undertakes to recover it, only to find that Hooja has been there before him and claimed Dian as his own reward of the Mahars! - Summary by wikipedia</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pellucidar-version-2-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
david innes captive member reptilian mahar master race interior world pellucidar return surface world iron mole invented friend companion adventure abner perry br br emerging pellucidar unknown location david frees captive names place greenwich uses technology brought begin systematic exploration mapping unknown land searching lost companions abner ghak dian beautiful soon encounters befriends new ally ja mezop island country anoroc later finds abner learns absence human revolt mahars going well parlay mahars david bargains information love dian enemy hooja sly one foes agree supply return book containing great secret mahar reproduction david stole hid previous novel david undertakes recover it find hooja claimed dian reward mahars summary wikipedia p |
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8598 |
9219 |
Our Little German Cousin |
Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade |
Children's Fiction |
This book is part of the "Our Little Cousin" series, written for North American children to tell them about their 'cousins' from other parts of the world. Embark on a journey to 19th Century Germany with Bertha, Gretchen and Hans. They live in a toy-making village in the Black Forest. Learn about their work and customs; get to know facts and lore, hear about architecture, music and more. ( Claudia Salto) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-german-cousin-by-mary-hazelton-blanchard-wade/ |
book part our little cousin series written north american children tell cousins parts world embark journey 19th century germany bertha gretchen hans live toy making village black forest learn work customs get know facts lore hear architecture music more claudia salto p |
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8599 |
9221 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. John Vol. 1 |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
I send forth the volume now in the reader's hands, with much diffidence, and a very deep sense of responsibility. It is a peculiarly serious undertaking to attempt a Commentary on the Gospel of St. John. <br /><br />This "Commentary" is so extensive that it occupies far more space than the "Expository Thoughts," and is, I must honestly confess, the principal part of the work. To some it may appear far too long and full. But the circumstances of the times are mu justification. We live in a day of abounding vagueness and indistinctness on doctrinal subjects in religion. Now, if ever, it is the duty of all advocates of clear, well-defined, sharply-cut theology, to supply proof that their views are thoroughly borne out by Scripture. I have endeavoured to do so in this Commentary. I hold that the Gospel of St. John, rightly interpreted, is the best and simplest answer to those who profess to admire a vague and indistinct Christianity. (From the Preface)<br /><br />\n<strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1</a><br/><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/ |
send forth volume reader s hands much diffidence deep sense responsibility peculiarly serious undertaking attempt commentary gospel st john br br this commentary extensive occupies far space expository thoughts is must honestly confess principal part work may appear far long full circumstances times mu justification live day abounding vagueness indistinctness doctrinal subjects religion now ever duty advocates clear well defined sharply cut theology supply proof views thoroughly borne scripture endeavoured commentary hold gospel st john rightly interpreted best simplest answer profess admire vague indistinct christianity from preface br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href https librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
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8600 |
9222 |
Hard Times (version 2), Locked Out and On Strike |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Hard Times was Dickens's shortest novel and the only one to be set in the industrial north of England. A fast moving story with a typical cast of larger than life characters, the novel is a vehicle for a humanist critique of both utilitarian education ('Teach these boys and girls nothing but facts', says Mr. Gradgrind in the opening paragraph) and the mutual antagonism between capital and the trade union. A humanist education system, it turns out, is Dickens's solution to the class struggle. Hard Times is set in the fictional Coketown and was partly inspired by a visit to Preston during the factory lockout that brought the town's industry to a standstill in 1853. This version is read as it appeared in 20 issues of Dickens's weekly Household Words from April to August 1854. It is followed by two earlier articles - Locked Out and On Strike - that describe Dickens' visit to Preston and do much to clarify his thinking on education and class conflict. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/hard-times-by-charles-dickens-2/ |
hard times dickens s shortest novel one set industrial north england fast moving story typical cast larger life characters novel vehicle humanist critique utilitarian education teach boys girls nothing facts says mr gradgrind opening paragraph mutual antagonism capital trade union humanist education system turns out dickens s solution class struggle hard times set fictional coketown partly inspired visit preston factory lockout brought town s industry standstill 1853 version read appeared 20 issues dickens s weekly household words april august 1854 followed two earlier articles locked strike describe dickens visit preston much clarify thinking education class conflict summary phil benson p |
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8601 |
9223 |
Letters to His Children |
Theodore Roosevelt |
General, Letters |
The strong, vigorous, exalted character of a doting father who loved playing with his children and their pets, even while serving as the President of the United States, stands revealed in this selection of letters he wrote his children throughout their school years. They shed light on the cheerful man who remained throughout his life as pure and gentle as the soul of a child, plus many little reveals that there were squirrels nesting in the presidential bedroom, rats in the basement, and children's pranks that damaged the White House artwork! Many of these letters are considered valuable guides for youth in all ranks of life, notably those on the relative merits of civil and military careers, and the proper proportions of sport and study. Only a short time before he died, Teddy Roosevelt said "I would rather have this book published than anything that has ever been written about me." ~ Summary by Michele Fry<br /><br />NOTE: Roosevelt gave titles to all his letters, and all letters in this audio collection are recorded in sequential order with their titles. Most are too short to be published as separate audio files, thus several have been combined in most cases.<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/letters-to-his-children-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
strong vigorous exalted character doting father loved playing children pets even serving president united states stands revealed selection letters wrote children throughout school years shed light cheerful man remained throughout life pure gentle soul child plus many little reveals squirrels nesting presidential bedroom rats basement children s pranks damaged white house artwork many letters considered valuable guides youth ranks life notably relative merits civil military careers proper proportions sport study short time died teddy roosevelt said i would rather book published anything ever written me summary michele fry br br note roosevelt gave titles letters letters audio collection recorded sequential order titles short published separate audio files thus several combined cases br br |
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8602 |
9224 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 036 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the discovery of X-rays, earthquakes, Hegel, Sir William Osler, Charles William Eliot, Oscar Wilde, Charles Sumner, Monica Lewinsky, and Anita Loos; the Lincoln highway, joys of gardening, goldfish, skunk raising, and the cultivation of tobacco.<br><br>\n\n"Earthquakes" was co-authored by Louis Pakiser. (summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-036-by-various/ |
p eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include discovery x rays earthquakes hegel sir william osler charles william eliot oscar wilde charles sumner monica lewinsky anita loos lincoln highway joys gardening goldfish skunk raising cultivation tobacco br br earthquakes co authored louis pakiser summary sue anderson p |
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8603 |
9225 |
Schloß Dürande |
Joseph von Eichendorff |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Frankreich am Vorabend der französischen Revolution. Der Jäger Renald beobachtet seine Schwester Gabriele bei einem Stelldichein mit dem Sohn des Grafen Dürande. Das Schlimmste ahnend schickt er sie zur Tante ins Kloster. Als der jungen Graf Hippolyt nach Paris abgereist ist, will er sie zurück holen, doch sie ist inzwischen verschwunden. Renald ist sicher, dass sie mit dem jungen Grafen durchgebrannt ist. Er geht nach Paris, um Hippolyt zur Rede zu stellen und seine Schwester zurückzuholen, doch der Graf leugnet jede Kenntnis von Gabrielens Verbleib. <br>\nAls der alte Graf wenig später stirbt, kehrt Hippolyt zum Schloß Dürande zurück. Das ganze Land ist inzwischen in Aufruhr. Auch Gabriel und Renald treffen dort ein und die Ereignisse spitzen sich dramatisch zu. <br>\n"Liebe, Leben, Tod, Sprache, Charakteristik, Alles ist seltsam und in seiner Seltsamkeit poetisch, …" schrieb ein zeitgenössischer Rezensent 1836 in den "Blättern für literarische Unterhaltung, Leipzig". (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/das-schloss-duerande-by-joseph-von-eichendorff/ |
frankreich vorabend der französischen revolution der jäger renald beobachtet seine schwester gabriele bei einem stelldichein mit dem sohn des grafen dürande das schlimmste ahnend schickt er sie zur tante ins kloster als der jungen graf hippolyt nach paris abgereist ist er sie zurück holen doch sie ist inzwischen verschwunden renald ist sicher dass sie mit dem jungen grafen durchgebrannt ist er geht nach paris um hippolyt zur rede zu stellen und seine schwester zurückzuholen doch der graf leugnet jede kenntnis von gabrielens verbleib br als der alte graf wenig später stirbt kehrt hippolyt zum schloß dürande zurück das ganze land ist inzwischen aufruhr auch gabriel und renald treffen dort ein und die ereignisse spitzen sich dramatisch zu br liebe leben tod sprache charakteristik alles ist seltsam und seiner seltsamkeit poetisch schrieb ein zeitgenössischer rezensent 1836 den blättern für literarische unterhaltung leipzig zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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8605 |
9227 |
Rise of David Levinsky |
Abraham Cahan |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Published 1900 onward |
Coming to New York from the Russian Empire, Abraham Cahan founded the Jewish Daily Forward to help Yiddish-speaking immigrants adjust to life in New York. He also became a popular novelist, best known for his semi-autobiographical <i>The Rise of David Levinsky</i>, about a Russian Jew who emigrates to America and rises from rags to riches. - Summary modified from Wikipedia<br /><br />Proof-listened by marinal88 and Mark Chulsky |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-of-david-levinsky-by-abraham-cahan/ |
coming new york russian empire abraham cahan founded jewish daily forward help yiddish speaking immigrants adjust life new york also became popular novelist best known semi autobiographical i the rise david levinsky i russian jew emigrates america rises rags riches summary modified wikipedia br br proof listened marinal88 mark chulsky |
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8606 |
9228 |
Mystery of the Downs |
Arthur J. Rees |
Detective Fiction |
"The storm had descended swiftly, sweeping in suddenly from the sea, driving across the downs to the hills at high speed, blotting out the faint rays of a crescent moon and hiding the country-side beneath a pall of blackness, which was forked at intervals by flashes of lightning." - Book's opening sentence</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-downs-by-watson-and-rees/ |
the storm descended swiftly sweeping suddenly sea driving across downs hills high speed blotting faint rays crescent moon hiding country side beneath pall blackness forked intervals flashes lightning book s opening sentence p |
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8607 |
9229 |
Life and marvelous adventures of Wild Bill, the Scout |
J. W. Buel |
Biography & Autobiography |
BEING A TRUE AND EXACT HISTORY OF ALL THE SANGUINARY COMBATS AND HAIR-BREADTH ESCAPES OF THE MOST FAMOUS SCOUT\nAND SPY AMERICA EVER PRODUCED. "Wild Bill, as a frontier character of the daring, cunning and honorable class, stands alone, without a prototype; his originality is as conspicuous as his remarkable escapades. He was desperate without being a desperado; a fighter without that disposition which invites danger or craves the excitement of an encounter. He killed many men, but in every instance it was either in self-defense or in the prosecution of a duty which he deemed justifiable. Wild Bill was a necessary character in the Far West during the period which marked his career. He was essentially a civilizer, in the sense of a vigilance posse. The law and order class found in him an effective agent for the correction of the lawless; it was fighting the desperate with one of their kind, and Bill had the cunning to remain on the side of society and to always flank his enemies." - Summary by from the book</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-marvelous-adventures-of-wild-bill-the-scout-by-j-w-buel/ |
true exact history sanguinary combats hair breadth escapes famous scout spy america ever produced wild bill frontier character daring cunning honorable class stands alone without prototype originality conspicuous remarkable escapades desperate without desperado fighter without disposition invites danger craves excitement encounter killed many men every instance either self defense prosecution duty deemed justifiable wild bill necessary character far west period marked career essentially civilizer sense vigilance posse law order class found effective agent correction lawless fighting desperate one kind bill cunning remain side society always flank enemies summary book p |
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8608 |
9230 |
Moral Letters, Vol. I |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Essays & Short Works |
"Among the personalities of the early Roman Empire there are few who offer to the readers of to-day such dramatic interest as does Lucius Annaeus Seneca, the author of the Epistles which are translated in this volume. ... In these letters, it is impossible to ignore the advance from a somewhat stiff and Ciceronian point of view into the attractive and debatable land of what one may fairly call modern ideas. The style of the Epistles is bold, and so is the thought." (from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/moral-letters-vol-i-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
among personalities early roman empire offer readers to day dramatic interest lucius annaeus seneca author epistles translated volume letters impossible ignore advance somewhat stiff ciceronian point view attractive debatable land one may fairly call modern ideas style epistles bold thought from introduction p |
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8609 |
9231 |
Emmeline, the Orphan of the Castle |
Charlotte Turner Smith |
Family Life |
This book was written about 150 years ahead of its time. It tells the story of Emmeline Mobwray who grows up in a dysfunctional family and has to find herself against all odds. Orphaned at a young age, she has to stay alone in a remote castle under the care of a kind housekeeper. But when the kind housekeeper dies, the family starts to take interest in her- to mixed results. Her cousin becomes obsessed with her, much to the displeasure of his wealthy and arrogant parents. Thus, Emmeline is forced to run away from the only home she knew in order to escape his attentions. Would Emmeline be able to stand up to him at the end or, like many of her contemporaries, would she be forced into a loveless match? Can Emmeline survive in a society predominated by wealth without money or connections? And is Emmeline's family the only one with problems? Throughout the novel, Emmeline learns to create and sustain true friendships and grows up to her role as a woman of that era- with all that it entails." (summary by Stav Nisser) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/emmeline-orphan-castle-by-charlotte-turner-smith/ |
book written 150 years ahead time tells story emmeline mobwray grows dysfunctional family find odds orphaned young age stay alone remote castle care kind housekeeper kind housekeeper dies family starts take interest her mixed results cousin becomes obsessed her much displeasure wealthy arrogant parents thus emmeline forced run away home knew order escape attentions would emmeline able stand end or like many contemporaries would forced loveless match emmeline survive society predominated wealth without money connections emmeline s family one problems throughout novel emmeline learns create sustain true friendships grows role woman era entails summary stav nisser |
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8610 |
9232 |
Story of the Amulet |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction |
The third of the series featuring Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane: four children who are, as they often say, "the sort of people that wonderful things happen to". In 'Five Children and It' they were lucky enough to meet the magical, wish-granting Psammead - and in this final book they meet him once again. He guides them to an ancient Amulet that will help them find their hearts' desire - but it's only half an amulet, and seeking for the other half has them whizzing about through time on another series of amazing adventures. - Summary by Helen Taylor</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-amulet-by-e-nesbit/ |
third series featuring cyril anthea robert jane four children are often say the sort people wonderful things happen to five children it lucky enough meet magical wish granting psammead final book meet again guides ancient amulet help find hearts desire half amulet seeking half whizzing time another series amazing adventures summary helen taylor p |
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8611 |
9233 |
Wolf-Leader |
Alexandre Dumas |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<p>Part local legend of a dark and dangerous Wolf-Leader, part childhood memories of his home near Villers-Cotterets, in Aisne, Dumas here penned a chilling supernaturlal encounter between man and the devil. Our hero, Thibault the shoemaker, is beaten on the orders of the Lord of Vez for hunting in the lord's forest. With Thibault's resentment at his treatment by the world at its height, the devil sees his chance and, in the guise of a wolf, proposes a deal which Thibault accepts; the ever available trade of one's soul for evil power. With a pack of demon possessed wolves at his command, Thibault begins to explore his new power tentatively, hesitant to do evil, but unable to help himself, the momentum of the tale grown in surprising and horrifying ways until the unexpected climax. (Summary by TimoleonWash)<p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-wolf-leader-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
p part local legend dark dangerous wolf leader part childhood memories home near villers cotterets aisne dumas penned chilling supernaturlal encounter man devil hero thibault shoemaker beaten orders lord vez hunting lord s forest thibault s resentment treatment world height devil sees chance and guise wolf proposes deal thibault accepts ever available trade one s soul evil power pack demon possessed wolves command thibault begins explore new power tentatively hesitant evil unable help himself momentum tale grown surprising horrifying ways unexpected climax summary timoleonwash p |
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8612 |
9234 |
Duizend en één Nacht, Derde deel |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Koning Schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn. Om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier. De dochter van deze grootvizier, Scheherazade, wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden. Om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning in de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is. De koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven. De volgende nacht komt het vervolg, maar ook dat verhaal is niet af. De koning gunt haar nog een nacht. Dit houdt Scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal. De koning is zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden. In dit derde deel de verhalen van de barbier en zijn broers. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/duizend-en-een-nacht-derde-deel-by-anoniem/ |
koning schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier de dochter van deze grootvizier scheherazade wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is de koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven de volgende nacht komt het vervolg maar ook dat verhaal niet af de koning gunt haar nog een nacht dit houdt scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal de koning zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden dit derde deel de verhalen van de barbier en zijn broers summary marcel coenders p |
| 8672 |
8613 |
9235 |
Poems of Purpose |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Single author |
This is a volume of poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, published in 1919. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-purpose-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poems ella wheeler wilcox published 1919 summary carolin p |
| 8673 |
8614 |
9236 |
In Flanders Fields and Other Poems |
Andrew MacPhail |
Single author, Biography & Autobiography |
John McCrae, physician, soldier, and poet, died in France a Lieutenant-Colonel with the Canadian forces.\nThe poem which gives this collection of his lovely verse its name has been extensively reprinted, and received with unusual enthusiasm.\nThe volume contains, as well, a striking essay in character by his friend, Sir Andrew MacPhail. - Summary by from the Preface</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-flanders-fields-and-other-poems-by-john-mccrae/ |
john mccrae physician soldier poet died france lieutenant colonel canadian forces poem gives collection lovely verse name extensively reprinted received unusual enthusiasm volume contains well striking essay character friend sir andrew macphail summary preface p |
| 8674 |
8615 |
9237 |
Naturewoman |
Upton Sinclair |
Comedy |
The Mastersons, a wealthy Bostonian family, await the arrival of their cousin Anna in the wake of her grandfather's death. Though born in Boston, Anna, who prefers the name Oceana, spent most of her life on a tropical island in the Pacific with her father. A free spirit, her practices and values surrounding proper dress, romance, and entertainment clash with those of her conservative relatives. What will happen as patience and tolerance wear thin for both parties when alluring Oceana catches the eye of a married man?<br><br>Upton Sinclair, though best known for his novel The Jungle, an expose of the meatpacking industry, was also a playwright whose works for the stage reflect the same progressive viewpoints found in his other writing. Published as part of the collection Plays of Protest in 1912, this play was heavily influenced by the character of "Nature Man," an American hippie in Tahiti, from Jack London's book The Cruise of the Snark. This production is dedicated to <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a>. (Mary Kay) <br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>Oceana Talbot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Mrs. Sophronia Masterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9392">CJ Plog</a><br>Quincy Masterson, M.D: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Freddy Masterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>Ethel Masterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Mrs. Letitia Selden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Henry Selden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Remson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br><br>Narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26?">Denny Sayers</a><br><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Prooflisteners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9937">baileyspring</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-naturewoman-by-upton-sinclair/ |
mastersons wealthy bostonian family await arrival cousin anna wake grandfather s death though born boston anna prefers name oceana spent life tropical island pacific father free spirit practices values surrounding proper dress romance entertainment clash conservative relatives happen patience tolerance wear thin parties alluring oceana catches eye married man br br upton sinclair though best known novel jungle expose meatpacking industry also playwright whose works stage reflect progressive viewpoints found writing published part collection plays protest 1912 play heavily influenced character nature man american hippie tahiti jack london s book cruise snark production dedicated a href https librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a mary kay br br b cast list b br oceana talbot a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mrs sophronia masterson a href https librivox org reader 9392 cj plog a br quincy masterson m d a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br freddy masterson a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br ethel masterson a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br mrs letitia selden a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br henry selden a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br remson a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br br narrated a href https librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br br editor a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br prooflisteners a href https librivox org reader 9937 baileyspring a a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br br |
| 8675 |
8616 |
9238 |
Sonnet |
Richard Watson Gilder |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 10 readings of The Sonnet by Richard Watson Gilder. This was the weekly poetry project for October 5, 2014.</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-sonnet-by-richard-watson-gilder/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 readings sonnet richard watson gilder weekly poetry project october 5 2014 p |
| 8676 |
8617 |
9239 |
Christmas Carol (version 07) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The classic Christmas story of an old miser and the astonishing effect a series of ghostly visitors has upon him. This version has been read in a whisper and is perfect for night-time listening in a quiet room. The low volume is intentional! - Summary by Cori Samuel</p> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-version-7-by-charles-dickens/ |
classic christmas story old miser astonishing effect series ghostly visitors upon him version read whisper perfect night time listening quiet room low volume intentional summary cori samuel p |
| 8677 |
8618 |
9240 |
Rough Riders |
Theodore Roosevelt |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Theodore Roosevelt's personal account of The Rough Riders, the name affectionately bestowed on the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry, one of three such regiments raised in 1898 for the Spanish-American War and the only one to see action. Roosevelt, serving first as Lt. Colonel and 2nd in command, gives a rousing depiction of the men and horses, equipment, talent, their trip to Cuba, battle strategies, losses, injuries and victories. He says: "In all the world there could be no better material for soldiers than that afforded by these grim hunters of the mountains, these wild rough riders of the plains . . accustomed to handling wild and savage horses . . to following the chase with the rifle, both for sport and as a means of livelihood . . they were hardened to life in the open, and to shifting for themselves under adverse circumstances . . My men were children of the dragon's blood, and if they had no outland foe to fight and no outlet for their vigorous and daring energy, there was always the chance of their fighting one another: but the great majority, if given the chance to do hard or dangerous work, availed themselves of it with the utmost eagerness." (Michele Fry) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-rough-riders-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
theodore roosevelt s personal account rough riders name affectionately bestowed 1st united states volunteer cavalry one three regiments raised 1898 spanish american war one see action roosevelt serving first lt colonel 2nd command gives rousing depiction men horses equipment talent trip cuba battle strategies losses injuries victories says in world could better material soldiers afforded grim hunters mountains wild rough riders plains accustomed handling wild savage horses following chase rifle sport means livelihood hardened life open shifting adverse circumstances men children dragon s blood outland foe fight outlet vigorous daring energy always chance fighting one another great majority given chance hard dangerous work availed utmost eagerness michele fry p |
| 8678 |
8621 |
9243 |
Marvelous Land of Oz (version 3) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Marvelous Land of Oz: Being an Account of the Further Adventures of the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman is the second of L. Frank Baum's books set in the Land of Oz, and the sequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Tons of exciting things happen in this book, including the story of the little boy Tip who makes a magic sawhorse and then a Pumpkin headed man come to life, runs away from the witch Old Mombi and seeks to find the Emerald City where the Scarecrow rules in all of his maginficience. Be prepared for dangerous encounters, exciting plot twists and marvelously brave (and stupid in the case of the Pumpkin headed man) heroes. Listen and be amazed! Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-marvelous-land-of-oz-version-3-by-l-frank-baum/ |
marvelous land oz account adventures scarecrow tin woodman second l frank baum s books set land oz sequel wonderful wizard oz tons exciting things happen book including story little boy tip makes magic sawhorse pumpkin headed man come life runs away witch old mombi seeks find emerald city scarecrow rules maginficience prepared dangerous encounters exciting plot twists marvelously brave and stupid case pumpkin headed man heroes listen amazed summary phil chenevert p |
| 8679 |
8622 |
9244 |
Trees Every Child Should Know |
Julia Ellen Rogers |
Nature |
The best time to being to study the trees is to-day! The place to begin is right where you are, provided there is a tree near enough, for a lesson about trees will be very dull unless there is a tree to look at, to ask questions of, and to get answers from. (Julia Rogers)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/trees-every-child-should-know-by-julia-ellen-rogers/ |
best time study trees to day place begin right are provided tree near enough lesson trees dull unless tree look at ask questions of get answers from julia rogers p |
| 8680 |
8623 |
9245 |
Chronicles of crime and criminals No.1 |
Unknown |
True Crime |
Published by Beaver Publishing Company, Toronto, and subtitled <i>"Full and authentic account of the murder by Henry Wainwright of his mistress, Harriet Lane, and an extended account of the Whitechapel murders by the infamous Jack the Ripper."</i><br/><br/> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/chronicles-of-crime-and-criminals-no1-wainwright-murder-and-whitechapel-murders-by-unknown/ |
published beaver publishing company toronto subtitled i full authentic account murder henry wainwright mistress harriet lane extended account whitechapel murders infamous jack ripper i br br |
| 8681 |
8624 |
9246 |
Aaron Trow |
Anthony Trollope |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
What is it like to be a fox hunted by hounds? We find out through the senses of an escaped convict as he struggles to free himself from would-be captors. The struggle is brutal. In the end, we are left wondering which person really wins--the pursued or the pursuer. Or perhaps which one is now the pursuer, which the pursued. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/aaron-trow-by-anthony-trollope/ |
like fox hunted hounds find senses escaped convict struggles free would be captors struggle brutal end left wondering person really wins the pursued pursuer perhaps one pursuer pursued summary bill boerst p |
| 8682 |
8625 |
9248 |
schwarze See |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa |
Fantasy Fiction |
In der Familie des Försters Willbrand herrscht düstere Stimmung. Offenbar fehlt es an Geld, doch warum und wozu erfährt der Leser zunächst nicht. Ein fremder Jäger kommt zu Besuch und überbringt Grüße von seinem Freund Leuthold, der früher ein gern gesehener Gast bei den Förstersleuten war. Der Fremde lenkt das Gespräch auf den schwarzen See im Gebirge, wo eine Wasserfei einen Schatz bewachen soll. Sowohl Willbrand als auch der Jäger wollen den Schatz, doch der Preis dafür ist hoch. Der Gast stürzt in die Nacht davon, doch Frau Getrud und Tochter Elisabeth überreden Willbrand, nicht zu gehen. Ein andere Versuch wird unternommen, um das nötige Geld zu beschaffen, doch als der fehlschlägt, scheint der Schatz der Wasserfei der einzige Ausweg zu sein. </p>\nKarl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa war ein schlesischer Dichter der Romantik. Er war einer der "Serapionsbrüder" um E. T. A. Hoffmann. Seine Stoffe nahm er oft aus den Sagen des Vorlands des Riesengebirges. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/der-schwarze-see-by-karl-wilhelm-salice-contessa/ |
der familie des försters willbrand herrscht düstere stimmung offenbar fehlt es geld doch warum und wozu erfährt der leser zunächst nicht ein fremder jäger kommt zu besuch und überbringt grüße von seinem freund leuthold der früher ein gern gesehener gast bei den förstersleuten war der fremde lenkt das gespräch auf den schwarzen see im gebirge wo eine wasserfei einen schatz bewachen soll sowohl willbrand als auch der jäger wollen den schatz doch der preis dafür ist hoch der gast stürzt die nacht davon doch frau getrud und tochter elisabeth überreden willbrand nicht zu gehen ein andere versuch wird unternommen um das nötige geld zu beschaffen doch als der fehlschlägt scheint der schatz der wasserfei der einzige ausweg zu sein p karl wilhelm salice contessa war ein schlesischer dichter der romantik er war einer der serapionsbrüder um e t a hoffmann seine stoffe nahm er oft aus den sagen des vorlands des riesengebirges zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
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8626 |
9249 |
Autumn Walk with Deborah |
Aline Kilmer |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you eight readings of An Autumn Walk with Deborah by Aline Kilmer. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of October 12, 2014.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/an-autumn-walk-with-deborah-by-aline-kilmer/ |
librivox volunteers bring eight readings autumn walk deborah aline kilmer weekly poetry project week october 12 2014 p |
| 8684 |
8627 |
9251 |
Mother West Wind "When" Stories |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Thorton Burgess gives us a collection of stories about the animals, explaining 'when' they got their peculiar traits. As usual the stories are short and delightfully written so as to be enjoyed by child or adult. Have you ever wondered when Mr. Bluebird got his beautiful coat? or when Bob-White won his name? or Old Mr. Bat got his wings:? well these stories explain how they all happened along with many,many more. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-wind-when-stories-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
thorton burgess gives us collection stories animals explaining when got peculiar traits usual stories short delightfully written enjoyed child adult ever wondered mr bluebird got beautiful coat bob white name old mr bat got wings well stories explain happened along many many more summary phil chenevert p |
| 8685 |
8628 |
9252 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 02, Nov. 11, 1879 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Short works, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, and more for children. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-02-nov-11-1879-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork children published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p |
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8629 |
9253 |
London Life |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
A devoted sister attempts to check her sibling's scandalous behavior in the world of British high society. A delightful comedy of Anglo-American manners and a fascinating glimpse of late Victorian London. Summary by Deborah Percy</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-london-life-by-henry-james/ |
devoted sister attempts check sibling s scandalous behavior world british high society delightful comedy anglo american manners fascinating glimpse late victorian london summary deborah percy p |
| 8687 |
8630 |
9254 |
Aaron's Rod |
D. H. Lawrence |
General Fiction |
Flutist Aaron Sisson is caught up in the aftermath of WWI. A lost soul, he attempts to find himself in the comfort of bar-room talk and alcohol and a woman. Moving on, he spends time with a mining executive's relatives. But he finds the family a stuffy middle-class lot, bored with each other and themselves. He leaves his wife and children and strikes out for the open road. During a playing engagement at an opera performance, he reunites with the mining executive's family. Talk is of love and war, none of it very satisfying to anyone. At dinner with one of the women, Aaron reveals that he is indifferent to most things in life and just wants to be left alone. So it goes with this lost soul among lost souls. One wonders how he will ever find himself or happiness. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/aarons-rod-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
flutist aaron sisson caught aftermath wwi lost soul attempts find comfort bar room talk alcohol woman moving on spends time mining executive s relatives finds family stuffy middle class lot bored themselves leaves wife children strikes open road playing engagement opera performance reunites mining executive s family talk love war none satisfying anyone dinner one women aaron reveals indifferent things life wants left alone goes lost soul among lost souls one wonders ever find happiness summary bill boerst p |
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8631 |
9255 |
단편 소설 (Short Stories) |
Do-hyang Na |
Single Author Collections |
한국 소설가 나도향의 소설 중 젊은이의 시절(1922), 별을 안거든 우지나 말걸(1922), 옛날 꿈은 창백하더이다(1922) 세 단편을 엮은 모음집입니다. (요약 최은주) <br><br>\nThis collection of three short stories by Na Do-hyang contains his well known early writings “Season of Youth” (Jeolmeuniui sijeol) and “Do Not Cry Should You Embrace a Star” (Byeoreul angeodeun uljina malgeol). </p> |
Korean |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-do-hyang-na/ |
한국 소설가 나도향의 소설 중 젊은이의 시절 1922 별을 안거든 우지나 말걸 1922 옛날 꿈은 창백하더이다 1922 세 단편을 엮은 모음집입니다 요약 최은주 br br collection three short stories na do hyang contains well known early writings season youth jeolmeuniui sijeol do cry embrace star byeoreul angeodeun uljina malgeol p |
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8632 |
9256 |
Omnilingual (version 2) |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
This short story was first written and published in the year 1957, as part of a collection of short science fiction stories in the collection Astounding Science Fiction. Piper's story is unusual in focusing on the problem of archaeology on an alien culture. How is is possible to decipher writings of an alien race that died out 50,000 years ago? What could we possibly have in common with them? There can be no 'Rosetta Stone' with a shared language so is it impossible? That is the struggle of the protagonist and against all odds she does indeed find a way for our two cultures to meet. An excellent story well written. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/omnilingual-by-h-beam-piper-2/ |
short story first written published year 1957 part collection short science fiction stories collection astounding science fiction piper s story unusual focusing problem archaeology alien culture possible decipher writings alien race died 50 000 years ago could possibly common them rosetta stone shared language impossible struggle protagonist odds indeed find way two cultures meet excellent story well written summary phil chenevert p |
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8633 |
9257 |
Recruiting Officer |
George Farquhar |
Plays |
The author was himself a recruiting officer, and possibly gathered all the materials for this play on the very spot where he has placed his scene—Shrewsbury. He has dedicated the piece "to all friends round the Wrekin," and has thanked the inhabitants of the town for that cheerful hospitality, which made, he adds, "the recruiting service, to some men the greatest fatigue on earth, to me the greatest pleasure in the world."\n\nThe life of Farquhar was full of adventures.—As a student, he was expelled from the college of Dublin, for adventuring profane wit upon a sacred theme, given to him by his tutor for his exercise. As an actor, he forsook the stage in grief and horror, on having unknowingly made use of a real sword, instead of a counterfeit one, by which he wounded a brother performer, with whom he had to fence in a tragedy, nearly to the loss of his life.\n\nAs a dramatic writer, Farquhar was eminently successful; and in his military capacity, he was ever honoured and beloved—whether fighting with a great army in Flanders, or recruiting with a small party in Shropshire.\n\n(Mrs Inchbald (In preface to the publication)) \n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nCaptain Plume, Recruiting Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nCaptain Brazen, Recruiting Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9781">Negatron</a><br>\nMr Worthy, a gentleman of Shropshire: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nSerjeant Kite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThomas Appletree, recruit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8805">SteveToner</a><br>\nCostar Pearmain, recruit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nJustice Balance: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nJustice Scale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nJustice Scruple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">catharmaiden</a><br>\nBullock, a Country Clown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9606">John N. Daily</a><br>\nSteward: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8805">SteveToner</a><br>\nWelsh Collier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nSylvia, daughter to Justice Balance: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nRose, a Country Wench: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nMelinda, a Lady of Fortune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nLucy, Melinda's Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nWife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nWoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\n<BR> \nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nEditor and Coordinator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<BR> |
English |
1706 |
https://librivox.org/the-recruiting-officer-by-george-farquhar/ |
author recruiting officer possibly gathered materials play spot placed scene shrewsbury dedicated piece to friends round wrekin thanked inhabitants town cheerful hospitality made adds the recruiting service men greatest fatigue earth greatest pleasure world life farquhar full adventures as student expelled college dublin adventuring profane wit upon sacred theme given tutor exercise actor forsook stage grief horror unknowingly made use real sword instead counterfeit one wounded brother performer fence tragedy nearly loss life dramatic writer farquhar eminently successful military capacity ever honoured beloved whether fighting great army flanders recruiting small party shropshire mrs inchbald in preface publication br br cast list br captain plume recruiting officer a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br captain brazen recruiting officer a href https librivox org reader 9781 negatron a br mr worthy gentleman shropshire a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br serjeant kite a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br thomas appletree recruit a href https librivox org reader 8805 stevetoner a br costar pearmain recruit a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br justice balance a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br justice scale a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br justice scruple a href https librivox org reader 10087 catharmaiden a br bullock country clown a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br constable a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br servant a href https librivox org reader 9606 john n daily a br steward a href https librivox org reader 8805 stevetoner a br welsh collier a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br sylvia daughter justice balance a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br rose country wench a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br melinda lady fortune a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br lucy melinda s maid a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br wife a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br woman a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br editor coordinator a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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8634 |
9258 |
Storm |
Daniel Defoe |
Early Modern |
<i>The Storm</i> (1704) holds a special place in the writings of Daniel Defoe. Widely considered a founding document of modern journalism, <i>The Storm</i> narrates the calamitous events of November 1703 that are framed by the author in the first four chapters. These are followed by verbatim eyewitness accounts, solicited from survivors through a newspaper advertisement that Defoe placed shortly after the hurricane struck. Defoe is primarily known for his later fiction, loosely based on historical calamities, such as his <i>Journal of the Plague Year</i> (1722), and by fictionalized novels purporting to be first-person accounts, including <i>Robinson Crusoe</i> (1719) and <i>Moll Flanders </i>(1722). It can be argued that <i>The Storm</i> was the journalistic crucible in which the master realist Defoe forged his later novelistic artistry, with its penchant for "the telling detail." In fact, his fiction novel <i>The Plague Year</i> remains a required reading for journalism students to this day, side-by-side with the non-fiction account of <i>The Storm</i>. –Denny Sayers </p> |
English |
1704 |
https://librivox.org/the-storm-by-daniel-defoe/ |
i the storm i 1704 holds special place writings daniel defoe widely considered founding document modern journalism i the storm i narrates calamitous events november 1703 framed author first four chapters followed verbatim eyewitness accounts solicited survivors newspaper advertisement defoe placed shortly hurricane struck defoe primarily known later fiction loosely based historical calamities i journal plague year i 1722 fictionalized novels purporting first person accounts including i robinson crusoe i 1719 i moll flanders i 1722 argued i the storm i journalistic crucible master realist defoe forged later novelistic artistry penchant the telling detail fact fiction novel i the plague year i remains required reading journalism students day side by side non fiction account i the storm i denny sayers p |
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8635 |
9259 |
Mr. Incoul's Misadventure |
Edgar Saltus |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Saltus has been compared to Oscar Wilde for wit and language. His novels are entertaining, yet philosophical, exposing the vagaries of human nature. The publishers promoted Mr. Incoul's Misadventure thus: "A novel which is sure to be condemned by every one who prefers platitude to paradox, or tea and toast to truffles and red pepper." - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/mr-incouls-misadventure-by-edgar-saltus/ |
saltus compared oscar wilde wit language novels entertaining yet philosophical exposing vagaries human nature publishers promoted mr incoul s misadventure thus a novel sure condemned every one prefers platitude paradox tea toast truffles red pepper summary lynne thompson p |
| 8693 |
8636 |
9260 |
Memoirs of a White Elephant |
Judith Gautier |
Animals & Nature |
"We are told by writers of antiquity that elephants have written sentences in Greek, and that one of them was even known to speak. There is, therefore, nothing unreasonable in the supposition that the White Elephant of this history, the famous "Iravata" so celebrated throughout Asia, should have written his own memoirs.\nThe story of his long existence—at times so glorious, and at other times so full of misfortune—in the kingdom of Siam, and the India of the Maharajahs and the English, is full of most curious and interesting adventure.\nAfter being almost worshipped as an idol, Iravata becomes a warrior; he is made prisoner with his master, whose life he saves, and whom he assists to escape.Later he is deemed worthy to be the guardian and companion of the lovely little Princess Parvati, for whose amusement he invents wonderful games, and to whom he renders a loving service.We see how a wicked sentiment having crept into the heart of the faithful Elephant, usually so wise and good, he is separated for a long time from his beloved Princess, and meets with painful and trying experiences.\nBut at last he once more finds his devoted friend the Princess, and her forgiveness restores him to happiness." - Summary by the author's foreword</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-a-white-elephant-by-judith-gautier/ |
we told writers antiquity elephants written sentences greek one even known speak is therefore nothing unreasonable supposition white elephant history famous iravata celebrated throughout asia written memoirs story long existence at times glorious times full misfortune in kingdom siam india maharajahs english full curious interesting adventure almost worshipped idol iravata becomes warrior made prisoner master whose life saves assists escape later deemed worthy guardian companion lovely little princess parvati whose amusement invents wonderful games renders loving service we see wicked sentiment crept heart faithful elephant usually wise good separated long time beloved princess meets painful trying experiences last finds devoted friend princess forgiveness restores happiness summary author s foreword p |
| 8694 |
8637 |
9261 |
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (version 2) |
Patanjali |
*Non-fiction, Ancient |
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are in themselves exceedingly brief, less than ten pages of large type in the original. Yet they contain the essence of practical wisdom, set forth in admirable order and detail. The theme, if the present interpreter be right, is the great regeneration, the birth of the spiritual from the psychical man: the same theme which Paul so wisely and eloquently set forth in writing to his disciples in Corinth, the theme of all mystics in all lands. - Summary by From the book</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-by-charles-f-johnson/ |
yoga sutras patanjali exceedingly brief less ten pages large type original yet contain essence practical wisdom set forth admirable order detail theme present interpreter right great regeneration birth spiritual psychical man theme paul wisely eloquently set forth writing disciples corinth theme mystics lands summary book p |
| 8695 |
8638 |
9262 |
Eight Strokes of the Clock (Version 2) |
Maurice Leblanc |
Detective Fiction |
The Eight Strokes of the Clock is a collection of short stories centred on Arsène Lupin, former gentleman thief extraordinaire. In this series, Lupin has abandoned his life of crime in favour of that of crime solver. Under the guise of a prince named Rénine, he invites the young and beautiful Hortense Daniel to help him solve several mysteries. (Summary by Cate Barratt)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-eight-strokes-of-the-clock-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
eight strokes clock collection short stories centred arsène lupin former gentleman thief extraordinaire series lupin abandoned life crime favour crime solver guise prince named rénine invites young beautiful hortense daniel help solve several mysteries summary cate barratt p |
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8639 |
9263 |
Spanish Cavalier |
Charlotte Maria Tucker |
Historical, Religion |
<p>When his father dies, Lucius Lepine goes to Spain as a clerk. His fellow clerk, Don Aguilera, doesn't come to work one day. Lucius is worried, he has heard rumors of what has happened to Aguilera. What has happened? Can Lucius find out? - Summary by EstherbenSimonides<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-spanish-cavalier-by-charlotte-maria-tucker/ |
p when father dies lucius lepine goes spain clerk fellow clerk aguilera come work one day lucius worried heard rumors happened aguilera happened lucius find out summary estherbensimonides p |
| 8697 |
8640 |
9264 |
Dwarf's Chamber And Other Stories |
Fergus Hume |
Single Author Collections |
Short Stories by Fergus Hume (1859 – 1932), a prolific English novelist. - Summary by wikipedia</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-dwarfs-chamber-and-other-stories-by-fergus-hume/ |
short stories fergus hume 1859 1932 prolific english novelist summary wikipedia p |
| 8698 |
8641 |
9265 |
Cecilia de Noël |
Mary Elizabeth Hawker |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Cecilia de Noël is an original and cleverly told ghost story, published in 1891. The story is told, Rashomon-like, from six different viewpoints. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/cecilia-de-noel-by-mary-elizabeth-hawker/ |
cecilia de noël original cleverly told ghost story published 1891 story told rashomon like six different viewpoints summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8642 |
9266 |
Spanish Brothers |
Deborah Alcock |
Historical Fiction |
The daughter of a minister, Deborah Alcock wrote novels on a Christian theme. The Spanish Brothers is set in the sixteenth century and deals with Protestant martyrdom during the Spanish Inquisition. Follow the fortunes of brothers Juan and Carlos as they face the trials and pressures of remaining true to their faith despite hardship, imprisonment, torture and even the agonizing deaths of those dear to them. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-spanish-brothers-by-deborah-alcock/ |
daughter minister deborah alcock wrote novels christian theme spanish brothers set sixteenth century deals protestant martyrdom spanish inquisition follow fortunes brothers juan carlos face trials pressures remaining true faith despite hardship imprisonment torture even agonizing deaths dear them summary lynne thompson p |
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8643 |
9267 |
Book Of Jasher |
Anonymous |
Christianity - Other |
Jasher (The Sefer haYashar (first edition 1552) The Hebrew title may be translated Sefer haYashar - "Book of the Upright" - but it is known in English translation mostly as The Book of Jasher following English tradition. The book is named after the Book of Jasher referenced In Joshua 10:13; 2 Samuel 1:18; And 2 Timothy 3:8.<br></br>Jasher is an historical text that covers the time period from Creation through Israel's journey into Canaan. - Summary by CJ Plog. |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-jasher-by-anonymous/ |
jasher the sefer hayashar first edition 1552 hebrew title may translated sefer hayashar book upright known english translation mostly book jasher following english tradition book named book jasher referenced joshua 10 13 2 samuel 1 18 2 timothy 3 8 br br jasher historical text covers time period creation israel s journey canaan summary cj plog |
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8644 |
9268 |
forceurs de blocus |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
1862. Le « Delphin » conçu comme le plus rapide navire à vapeur de son temps, quitte Glasgow en vue de relier Charleston afin d’y faire une opération commerciale. Des armes et vivres y sont nécessaires. En effet, c’est la guerre de sécession. La ville sudiste est sous l’emprise d’un blocus mis en place par les états du nord.</p>\nLe capitaine James Playfair représente les intérêts de la maison Playfair et Cie. Un bien étrange marin se fait enrôler sur le navire en compagnie de son neveu. Ce dernier est en fait une jeune fille travestie. Leur but est de rejoindre la ville assiégée afin d’y retrouver le père de la charmante Jenny Hallyburt. Celui-ci est un journaliste abolitionniste que les confédérés ont emprisonné. </p>\nJames Playfair devra traverser de bien rudes épreuves, parsemées de conflits où se perdent boulets ainsi que des flèches de Cupidon… (résumé par Zeckou)</p> |
French |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/les-forceurs-de-blocus-by-jules-verne/ |
1862 le delphin conçu comme le plus rapide navire à vapeur de son temps quitte glasgow en vue de relier charleston afin d y faire une opération commerciale des armes et vivres sont nécessaires en effet c est la guerre de sécession la ville sudiste est sous l emprise d un blocus mis en place par les états du nord p le capitaine james playfair représente les intérêts de la maison playfair et cie un bien étrange marin se fait enrôler sur le navire en compagnie de son neveu ce dernier est en fait une jeune fille travestie leur est de rejoindre la ville assiégée afin d y retrouver le père de la charmante jenny hallyburt celui ci est un journaliste abolitionniste que les confédérés ont emprisonné p james playfair devra traverser de bien rudes épreuves parsemées de conflits où se perdent boulets ainsi que des flèches de cupidon résumé par zeckou p |
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8849 |
9474 |
His Big Opportunity |
Amy Le Feuvre |
General, Religion, Christian Fiction |
Dudley and Rob were taught in Sunday School that they should use the opportunities God gives to help others. Ever since, they have been looking for 'their big opportunity' to do good for somebody. - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/his-big-opportunity-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
dudley rob taught sunday school use opportunities god gives help others ever since looking their big opportunity good somebody summary adele de pignerolles p |
| 8703 |
8645 |
9269 |
Negro Explorer at the North Pole |
Matthew A. Henson |
Memoirs |
In this fascinating memoir, Matthew Henson describes the incredibly dangerous, exhausting, and bone-chilling trip to what was until then the never-before reached point on earth, the North Pole.</p>\n\n"Robert Peary is remembered as the intrepid explorer who successfully reached the North Pole in 1909. Far less celebrated is his companion, Matthew Henson, a black man from Maryland. Henson's gripping memoir, first published in 1912, tells this unsung hero's story in his own words. Henson...was indispensable to the famous explorer's journey; he learned the language of the Eskimos, was an expert dog-sled driver and even built the sleds...." (Publishers Weekly) </p>\n\n"An original document.... One of the giants of polar exploration, Henson had the graceful modesty of genuinely big men.... The world would know even more about him now if his commander, Peary, had been less an egotist and more generous in sharing credit for his discovery of the North Pole." (Washington Post Book World)</p>\n\n"A really valuable addition to the literature of [polar exploration].... Filled with incident, occupation, description, emotion, [and] comment." (The New York Times)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-negro-explorer-at-the-north-pole-by-matthew-a-henson/ |
fascinating memoir matthew henson describes incredibly dangerous exhausting bone chilling trip never before reached point earth north pole p robert peary remembered intrepid explorer successfully reached north pole 1909 far less celebrated companion matthew henson black man maryland henson s gripping memoir first published 1912 tells unsung hero s story words henson was indispensable famous explorer s journey learned language eskimos expert dog sled driver even built sleds publishers weekly p an original document one giants polar exploration henson graceful modesty genuinely big men world would know even commander peary less egotist generous sharing credit discovery north pole washington post book world p a really valuable addition literature polar exploration filled incident occupation description emotion and comment the new york times p |
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8646 |
9270 |
Dreamer's Tales |
Lord Dunsany |
Fantasy Fiction |
"A Dreamer's Tales" is the fifth book by Irish fantasy writer Lord Dunsany, considered a major influence on the work of H. P. Lovecraft, J. R. R. Tolkien, Ursula K. Le Guin, Michael Moorcock and others.\n<br><br>\n"A Dreamer's Tales" is a collection of sixteen fantasy short stories, and varies from the wistfulness of "Blagdaross" to the horrors of "Poor Old Bill" and "Where the Tides Ebb and Flow" to the social satire of "The Day of the Poll."</p>\n\n(text from Wikipedia articles on Lord Dunsany and "A Dreamer's Tales")</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-dreamers-tales-by-lord-dunsany/ |
a dreamer s tales fifth book irish fantasy writer lord dunsany considered major influence work h p lovecraft j r r tolkien ursula k le guin michael moorcock others br br a dreamer s tales collection sixteen fantasy short stories varies wistfulness blagdaross horrors poor old bill where tides ebb flow social satire the day poll p text wikipedia articles lord dunsany a dreamer s tales p |
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8647 |
9271 |
Garibaldi and the Making of Italy |
George Macaulay Trevelyan |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882) was an Italian general and politician who played a large role in making of what Italy is today. He is known as one of Italy's "fathers of the fatherland". Garibaldi was a central figure in the Italian Risorgimento (Resurrection), and led the famous Expedition of the Thousand on behalf and with the consent of Victor Emmanuel II. The volunteers under his command wore red shirts as their uniform and became known in the popular stories as, "The Red Shirts."<br /><br />He gained his military expertise from his experiences in Brazil, Uruguay as well as Europe. Because of his international notoriety the United States and the UK helped in his cause, both financially and militarily. Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and George Sand, intellectuals of the time, greatly admired him. - Summary by kirk202<br /><br /><b>NOTE: There in no Appendix I.</b><br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/garibaldi-and-the-making-of-italy-by-george-macaulay-trevelyan/ |
giuseppe garibaldi 1807 1882 italian general politician played large role making italy today known one italy s fathers fatherland garibaldi central figure italian risorgimento resurrection led famous expedition thousand behalf consent victor emmanuel ii volunteers command wore red shirts uniform became known popular stories as the red shirts br br he gained military expertise experiences brazil uruguay well europe international notoriety united states uk helped cause financially militarily victor hugo alexandre dumas george sand intellectuals time greatly admired him summary kirk202 br br b note appendix i b br br |
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8648 |
9272 |
5 Science Fiction Stories by Mac Reynolds |
Dallas McCord Reynolds |
Science Fiction |
Five early stories by one of my favorite SF writers, Mack Reynolds. Medal of Honor is an intriguing look into the mind of someone who is above the law; who cannot commit a crime. How will he act? especially if he is a self centered drunk? Potential Enemy is story about the sad state of human minds that are ruled by fear and paranoia. Happy Ending is an SF story about the far future when the last solar system wide dictator has been finally defeated and what will he do? What will he do? This is also an exploration of mental megalomania and it's effects. His happy ending is perhaps suitable, but probably not so happy. A Gun For Hire explores in a light hearted but painful way, the fact that hired guns are just that: hired. The final story is the funniest of the lot the and is set in Tangiers in the present or very near future. UFO's are a crackpot idea, right? well perhaps not. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/5-science-fiction-stories-by-mac-reynolds-by-dallas-mccord-reynolds/ |
five early stories one favorite sf writers mack reynolds medal honor intriguing look mind someone law cannot commit crime act especially self centered drunk potential enemy story sad state human minds ruled fear paranoia happy ending sf story far future last solar system wide dictator finally defeated do do also exploration mental megalomania effects happy ending perhaps suitable probably happy gun hire explores light hearted painful way fact hired guns that hired final story funniest lot set tangiers present near future ufo s crackpot idea right well perhaps not summary phil chenevert p |
| 8707 |
8649 |
9273 |
Pro Patria |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Poetry |
This is a collection of seven patriotic long poems by Julia Caroline Dorr. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/pro-patria-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
collection seven patriotic long poems julia caroline dorr summary carolin p |
| 8708 |
8650 |
9274 |
Happy Prince and Other Tales (version 3) |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of five stories by Oscar Wilde, all incorporating his inimitable style and wit. Sometimes sweet and uplifting, sometimes caustic and pointed, they all are well worth listening to. The Happy Prince is a beautiful tale about a statue of a prince, but one who can now see his city and kingdom and the sadness of his people. With the help of a little swallow he does what he can to help others. The Nightingale and the Rose is a tale of self sacrifice, selfishness and misunderstanding. The Selfish Giant learns a valuable lesson about the laughter of children, The Devoted Friend is a caustic tale about false friendship, and The Remarkable Rocket explores the self delusion of people (and rockets) who think the world revolves around them. Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-prince-and-other-tales-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
collection five stories oscar wilde incorporating inimitable style wit sometimes sweet uplifting sometimes caustic pointed well worth listening to happy prince beautiful tale statue prince one see city kingdom sadness people help little swallow help others nightingale rose tale self sacrifice selfishness misunderstanding selfish giant learns valuable lesson laughter children devoted friend caustic tale false friendship remarkable rocket explores self delusion people and rockets think world revolves around them summary phil chenevert p |
| 8709 |
8850 |
9475 |
Barry Blake Of The Flying Fortress |
Gaylord Dubois |
Action & Adventure |
Gaylord DuBois wrote juvenile literature for decades. This is a boys' adventure story about serving in the American World War II flying corps. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1943 |
https://librivox.org/barry-blake-of-the-flying-fortress-by-gaylord-dubois/ |
gaylord dubois wrote juvenile literature decades boys adventure story serving american world war ii flying corps summary david wales p |
| 8710 |
8651 |
9275 |
Steppe |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
Little Yegorushka goes off to school for the first time, setting out on the journey in the company of his Uncle Ivan, the local priest Father Christopher, and the fun-loving servant Deniska. Along the way they meet an extraordinarily colorful array of characters, named and nameless: the innkeeper Moisey Moisevitch, the beautiful Countess Dranitsky, the mysterious Varlamov, Emelyan the voiceless singer, Tit the steppe waif, and many more. But the most colorful and extraordinary character of all is the Steppe itself in every mood and weather, painted stroke-by-masterly-stroke by Chekhov in all its wild, musical, redolent, flowering, chirruping, infuriating exuberance. (Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-steppe-by-anton-chekhov/ |
little yegorushka goes school first time setting journey company uncle ivan local priest father christopher fun loving servant deniska along way meet extraordinarily colorful array characters named nameless innkeeper moisey moisevitch beautiful countess dranitsky mysterious varlamov emelyan voiceless singer tit steppe waif many more colorful extraordinary character steppe every mood weather painted stroke by masterly stroke chekhov wild musical redolent flowering chirruping infuriating exuberance expatriate p |
| 8711 |
8652 |
9276 |
Demos: A Story of English Socialism |
George Gissing |
Family Life |
<br>"Richard Mutimer is delighted to inherit a large fortune. As a socialist, he means to use it well: he will open a factory in which workers would be treated well, he will advance his party's causes through his own wealth... At least, so he thinks. But reality may be far different. This novel raises more questions than answers. How much should money play in the marriage market, or can love have a prominent place? Can a man who gained power remain a socialist? This book is not only about political unrest. It is a story of a man who changes, for better or worse, and all the forces that shape him. Like other works by Gissing, it describes the London slums in the 19th century, the conditions of the working class, and a few families (some dysfunctional and some great). It was a favourite of George Orwell's, who developed some of Gissing's earlier themes in his own works. It is also reminiscent of works by authors such as Anthony Trollope. It is the only novel by Gissing which was adapted into film." - Summary by Stav Nisser<br><br>\n<b>Note:</b> There are two chapters in this book with the same number: XXVI, apparently a numbering error in the printed edition. The audiobook follows the same numbering.<br><br> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/demos-a-story-of-english-socialism-by-george-gissing/ |
br richard mutimer delighted inherit large fortune socialist means use well open factory workers would treated well advance party s causes wealth least thinks reality may far different novel raises questions answers much money play marriage market love prominent place man gained power remain socialist book political unrest story man changes better worse forces shape him like works gissing describes london slums 19th century conditions working class families some dysfunctional great favourite george orwell s developed gissing s earlier themes works also reminiscent works authors anthony trollope novel gissing adapted film summary stav nisser br br b note b two chapters book number xxvi apparently numbering error printed edition audiobook follows numbering br br |
| 8712 |
8653 |
9277 |
Life of Oscar Wilde |
Robert Sherard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Robert Sherard was Oscar Wilde's friend of 20 years and first biographer. The Life of Oscar Wilde was the second of his four biographies of the Irish playwright and wit. - Summary by Rob Board |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-oscar-wilde-by-robert-sherard/ |
robert sherard oscar wilde s friend 20 years first biographer life oscar wilde second four biographies irish playwright wit summary rob board |
| 8713 |
8654 |
9278 |
Duizend en één Nacht, Vierde deel |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Koning Schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn. Om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier. De dochter van deze grootvizier, Scheherazade, wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden. Om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning in de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is. De koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven. De volgende nacht komt het vervolg, maar ook dat verhaal is niet af. De koning gunt haar nog een nacht. Dit houdt Scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal. De koning is zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden. In dit vierde en laatste deel gaan de verhalen vooral over de liefde van schone prinsessen en prinsen. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/duizend-en-een-nacht-vierde-deel-by-anoniem/ |
koning schahriar denkt door zijn vrouw bedrogen te zijn om herhaling te voorkomen besluit hij voortaan elke avond een nieuwe vrouw te trouwen die hij de volgende ochtend laat doden door zijn grootvizier de dochter van deze grootvizier scheherazade wil met de koning trouwen om haar volk te redden om aan de executie te ontkomen vertelt zij de koning de huwelijksnacht een verhaal dat nog niet af is de koning benieuwd naar het einde van het verhaal laat haar één nacht extra leven de volgende nacht komt het vervolg maar ook dat verhaal niet af de koning gunt haar nog een nacht dit houdt scheherazade 1001 nachten vol en elke nacht wordt afgesloten met een onvoltooid verhaal de koning zo van haar gaan houden dat hij haar laat leven en geen vrouwen meer laat doden dit vierde en laatste deel gaan de verhalen vooral de liefde van schone prinsessen en prinsen summary marcel coenders p |
| 8714 |
8655 |
9279 |
Frozen North |
Edith Horton |
Children's Non-fiction |
<em>The Frozen North</em> offers short sketches of the first men who bravely took great risks to explore the unknown polar regions and unlock the mysteries held there. - Summary by Laura Victoria</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-frozen-north-by-edith-horton/ |
em the frozen north em offers short sketches first men bravely took great risks explore unknown polar regions unlock mysteries held there summary laura victoria p |
| 8715 |
8656 |
9280 |
Esaú e Jacó |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Historical Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Esaú e Jacó é o penúltimo livro de Machado de Assis, lançado em 1904. No título do livro, o autor remete à contrariedade entre os irmãos Esaú e Jacó da narrativa bíblica, para servir de paralelo à história de vida dos irmãos Pedro e Paulo, filhos da alta burguesia carioca, que vivem a passagem do Brasil império para o Brasil república: Paulo se põe do lado dos republicanos, Pedro dos monarquistas. A contraposição de temperamento dos dois irmãos, assim como os constantes debates de opiniões por eles travados durante a narrativa, permitiu a Machado de Assis construir magistralmente um complexo quadro das contradições e conflitos ideológicos em jogo no Brasil pós-Independência. - Summary by F. V. Silva</p> |
Portuguese |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/esau-e-jaco-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
esaú e jacó é penúltimo livro de machado de assis lançado em 1904 título livro autor remete à contrariedade entre os irmãos esaú e jacó da narrativa bíblica para servir de paralelo à história de vida dos irmãos pedro e paulo filhos da alta burguesia carioca que vivem passagem brasil império para brasil república paulo se põe lado dos republicanos pedro dos monarquistas contraposição de temperamento dos dois irmãos assim como os constantes debates de opiniões por eles travados durante narrativa permitiu machado de assis construir magistralmente um complexo quadro das contradições e conflitos ideológicos em jogo brasil pós independência summary f v silva p |
| 8716 |
8657 |
9281 |
Short Poetry Collection 151 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2015.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-151-by-various/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers december 2015 p |
| 8717 |
8658 |
9282 |
Ilíada |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epics |
<i>La Ilíada</i> de Homero es un poema épico compuesto en dialecto homérico por veinticuatro cantos (15.688 hexámetros dactílicos en total) en que se cantan las hazañas de los combatientes en la guerra de Troya, ciudad asediada por los Aqueos entre 1250 y 1194. (Resumen por Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/la-iliada-por-homero/ |
i la ilíada i de homero es un poema épico compuesto en dialecto homérico por veinticuatro cantos 15 688 hexámetros dactílicos en total en que se cantan las hazañas de los combatientes en la guerra de troya ciudad asediada por los aqueos entre 1250 1194 resumen por tux p |
| 8718 |
8659 |
9283 |
Quintessence of Ibsenism |
George Bernard Shaw |
Literary Criticism, Philosophy |
<p>George Bernard Shaw, a playwright with a few bones to pick of his own, undertakes a surgical analysis of the social philosophies underlying the work of Henrik Ibsen. Focusing his analysis on Ibsen's challenge to the conventional "ideals" which both Ibsen and Shaw consider the greatest evils in human society, Shaw summarizes and exposits sixteen of Ibsen's plays, seizing the opportunity to elucidate some of the principles dearest to himself. Some of the most striking passages reveal Shaw's radical feminist perspectives, some of which resonate as if a half-century ahead of their time. A fascinating revelation of the minds of two great and revolutionary writers (it's not always obvious whose voice is exactly whose), this always-timely book exposes hypocrisies still poisoning Society in the twenty-first century. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-quintessence-of-ibsenism-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
p george bernard shaw playwright bones pick own undertakes surgical analysis social philosophies underlying work henrik ibsen focusing analysis ibsen s challenge conventional ideals ibsen shaw consider greatest evils human society shaw summarizes exposits sixteen ibsen s plays seizing opportunity elucidate principles dearest himself striking passages reveal shaw s radical feminist perspectives resonate half century ahead time fascinating revelation minds two great revolutionary writers it s always obvious whose voice exactly whose always timely book exposes hypocrisies still poisoning society twenty first century summary expatriate p |
| 8719 |
8660 |
9284 |
Stories from the Faerie Queen |
Jean Lang |
Children's Fiction |
A major work by Spenser, The Faerie Queen, was published between 1590 and 1596. As an allegorical work, it can be read on many levels. According to Jeanie Lang, Spenser always looked for the beautiful and the good when he wrote. Lang said, "There are many stories in The Faerie Queen, and out of these all I have told you only eight." The eight are "Una and the Lion," "St. Gergoe and the Dragon," "Britomart and the Magic Mirror," "The Quest of Sir Gregory," "Pastorella," "Cambell and Triamond," "Marinell the Sea-Nymph's Son," and "Flormell and the Witch." - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-faerie-queen-by-edmund-spenser/ |
major work spenser faerie queen published 1590 1596 allegorical work read many levels according jeanie lang spenser always looked beautiful good wrote lang said there many stories faerie queen told eight eight una lion st gergoe dragon britomart magic mirror the quest sir gregory pastorella cambell triamond marinell sea nymph s son flormell witch summary bill boerst p |
| 8720 |
8661 |
9285 |
Sun and Saddle Leather |
Charles Badger Clark |
Single author |
Cowboy Poetry began as a 19th Century Performance Art staged around a crackling campfire, referencing tall tales and personal stories, lost girlfriends, and love of the vast unboundaried West. It was best accompanied by a hot tin cup of boiled coffee, dunked biscuits, and beef jerky. The rhymed couplets were easy to remember, and once the day's drive was done, everybody had a few hours to listen to friends and wonder at the stars. Badger Clark gave voice and record to this unique American folk art, and built on it to express his own creative genius. He was declared the first Poet Laureate of South Dakota, or as he liked to say, “Poet Lariat.” Summary by Ed Humpal</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/sun-and-saddle-leather-by-charles-badger-clark/ |
cowboy poetry began 19th century performance art staged around crackling campfire referencing tall tales personal stories lost girlfriends love vast unboundaried west best accompanied hot tin cup boiled coffee dunked biscuits beef jerky rhymed couplets easy remember day s drive done everybody hours listen friends wonder stars badger clark gave voice record unique american folk art built express creative genius declared first poet laureate south dakota liked say poet lariat summary ed humpal p |
| 8721 |
8662 |
9286 |
Old Régime in Canada |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
Early Modern |
Francis Parkman is an nineteenth century American historian. He devoted most of his life to a seven volume history of "The French and English in North America." "The Old Régime in Canada" is the fourth volume of the series and mainly covers the years from 1643 to 1663. Parkman is an excellent writer who organizes and tells a good story. - Summary by Richard Carpenter</p>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/ |
francis parkman nineteenth century american historian devoted life seven volume history the french english north america the old régime canada fourth volume series mainly covers years 1643 1663 parkman excellent writer organizes tells good story summary richard carpenter p a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
| 8722 |
8663 |
9287 |
Men, Women and Guns |
Sapper |
Historical Fiction |
World War I stories, as told through the eyes of someone who was there, but leavened with humour and an eye for the ridiculous side of human nature. This is a collection of McNeile's early short stories, drawing on his experiences with the Royal Engineers Corps. These are the memoirs which describe the experiences that made him who he was, and gave him his famous name "Sapper". The first half is made up of separate stories, the second half is selected accounts from the life of "Jim Denver" in Ypres and France. (summary by Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/men-women-and-guns-by-sapper/ |
world war stories told eyes someone there leavened humour eye ridiculous side human nature collection mcneile s early short stories drawing experiences royal engineers corps memoirs describe experiences made was gave famous name sapper first half made separate stories second half selected accounts life jim denver ypres france summary beth thomas p |
| 8723 |
8864 |
9489 |
Explorers and Travellers |
Adolphus W. Greely |
Biography & Autobiography |
“Explorers and Travellers” is a collection of short biographies of some of America’s intrepid explorers. Adolphus W. Greely writes brief but very complete histories of men who risked life and fortune to discover more of our world. A thoroughly enjoyable work if you enjoy exploration and adventure. - summary by William Tomcho </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/explorers-and-travellers-by-adolphus-w-greely/ |
explorers travellers collection short biographies america s intrepid explorers adolphus w greely writes brief complete histories men risked life fortune discover world thoroughly enjoyable work enjoy exploration adventure summary william tomcho p |
| 8724 |
8664 |
9288 |
Scarlet Letter (version 2) |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Literary Fiction |
This book tells the story of Hester Prynne, a young woman who conceives a child while her husband is missing at sea. The Puritan Elders of the New England settlement of Boston, where she lives, condemn her to wear a scarlet letter A to signify her adultery. She refuses to name her lover, and he too keeps his silence, but with a terrible cost. <br><br>The tale is prefaced with an account of the Salem Custom-house where Nathaniel Hawthorne was working when he began writing The Scarlet Letter. Summary by Cori Samuel</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-scarlet-letter-by-nathaniel-hawthorne-2/ |
book tells story hester prynne young woman conceives child husband missing sea puritan elders new england settlement boston lives condemn wear scarlet letter signify adultery refuses name lover keeps silence terrible cost br br the tale prefaced account salem custom house nathaniel hawthorne working began writing scarlet letter summary cori samuel p |
| 8725 |
8665 |
9289 |
Aequanimitas and Other Addresses |
Sir William Osler |
Medical, Contemporary |
This book is a compilation of twenty-two addresses given by Sir William Osler in various settings. He spoke on the philosophical and moral foundations of medical science, giving instruction to the student the teacher, the physician and the nurse. In his own eloquent words, "we are here not to get all we can out of life for ourselves, but to try to make the lives of others happier... The practice of medicine is an art, not a trade; a calling, not a business; a calling in which your heart will be exercised equally with your head. Often the best part of your work will have nothing to do with potions and powders, but with the exercise of and influence of the strong upon the weak, of the righteous upon the wicked, of the wise upon the foolish." - Summary by Luke Sartor</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/aequanimitas-and-other-addresses-by-sir-william-osler/ |
book compilation twenty two addresses given sir william osler various settings spoke philosophical moral foundations medical science giving instruction student teacher physician nurse eloquent words we get life ourselves try make lives others happier practice medicine art trade calling business calling heart exercised equally head often best part work nothing potions powders exercise influence strong upon weak righteous upon wicked wise upon foolish summary luke sartor p |
| 8726 |
8666 |
9290 |
Clara Vaughan, Vol. III |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Detective Fiction |
CLARA VAUGHAN, the young heroine, narrator, and namesake for R. D. Blackmore’s early detective novel, is determined to solve the mystery of her father’s murder—a crime that occurred when she was only 10 years of age. The third volume of the trilogy concludes the account of Clara’s adventures, romances, and encounters with many eccentric characters while she finally unravels the mystery. As Clara explains to the reader in an early chapter: “How that deed was done, I learned at once, and will tell. By whom and why it was done, I have given my life to learn.” R. D. Blackmore, undoubtedly better known for his later novel Lorna Doone, published this book anonymously in 1864. - Summary by lubee930</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/clara-vaughan-vol-iii-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
clara vaughan young heroine narrator namesake r d blackmore s early detective novel determined solve mystery father s murder a crime occurred 10 years age third volume trilogy concludes account clara s adventures romances encounters many eccentric characters finally unravels mystery clara explains reader early chapter how deed done learned once tell done given life learn r d blackmore undoubtedly better known later novel lorna doone published book anonymously 1864 summary lubee930 p |
| 8727 |
8667 |
9291 |
Love's Shadow |
Ada Leverson |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The first in a trilogy of books known together as 'The Little Ottleys', this is a sparkling social comedy set in Edwardian London. Ada Leverson was a great friend and staunch supporter of Oscar Wilde and shared his love for sharp, witty writing. Like Wilde, her work is characterised by a wonderful ear for dialogue and deft characterization. 'Love's Shadow' introduces us to Bruce and Edith Ottley and their friends, who are to all appearances living the bright and carefree lives of the well-to-do. But there are cracks appearing in the facade. Bruce is staggeringly self-obsessed, a hypochondriac and a spendthrift, and Edith must learn to manage her stubborn, exasperating husband. Meanwhile their friends attempt to navigate the rocky rapids of love and marriage with varying degrees of success, and keep us thoroughly entertained along the way. ( Helen Taylor) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/loves-shadow-by-ada-leverson/ |
first trilogy books known together the little ottleys sparkling social comedy set edwardian london ada leverson great friend staunch supporter oscar wilde shared love sharp witty writing like wilde work characterised wonderful ear dialogue deft characterization love s shadow introduces us bruce edith ottley friends appearances living bright carefree lives well to do cracks appearing facade bruce staggeringly self obsessed hypochondriac spendthrift edith must learn manage stubborn exasperating husband meanwhile friends attempt navigate rocky rapids love marriage varying degrees success keep us thoroughly entertained along way helen taylor p |
| 8728 |
8668 |
9292 |
St. Rose of Lima: The Flower of the New World |
Florence Mary Capes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Rose of Lima, T.O.S.D. (April 20, 1586 – August 24, 1617), was a Spanish colonist in Lima, Peru, who became known for both her life of severe asceticism and her care of the needy of the city through her own private efforts. A lay member of the Dominican Order, she was the first person born in the Americas to be canonized by the Catholic Church. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/st-rose-of-lima-the-flower-of-the-new-world-by-florence-mary-capes/ |
saint rose lima t o s d april 20 1586 august 24 1617 spanish colonist lima peru became known life severe asceticism care needy city private efforts lay member dominican order first person born americas canonized catholic church summary wikipedia p |
| 8729 |
8669 |
9293 |
Sad Years |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Dora Sigerson Shorter, whose subject are the Sad Years 1914-1918. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-sad-years-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
collection poems dora sigerson shorter whose subject sad years 1914 1918 summary carolin p |
| 8730 |
8670 |
9294 |
Rights Of Man |
Thomas Paine |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
A book in 2 Parts, published in 1791 and 1792. Part First denounces Edmund Burke’s defense of monarchy and his attacks against the French Revolution, and in plain layman’s language traces the birth and fallacy of monarchy, and the source of man's inalienable rights. Part Second examines the roots and benefits of constitutional government. Written with Paine's dry wit and hard hitting logic, in layman's language, the book was widely circulated in Europe and America. Considered the earliest complete statement of republican principles, Paine opposes the idea of hereditary kings and speaks against the belief in dictatorial government as necessary to a well-managed society. Paine's visionary call for republicanism and social welfare was generations ahead of its time, and landed him in prison and narrowly escaping the guillotine! NOTE: Long chapters of this document have been divided into Parts to comply with audio file size requirements. While not designated thus by Paine, every effort has been made to create logical divisions.( ~ Summary by Michele Fry) There were two proof listeners for this book: Michele Fry and AdeledePignerolles</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/rights-of-man-by-thomas-paine/ |
book 2 parts published 1791 1792 part first denounces edmund burke s defense monarchy attacks french revolution plain layman s language traces birth fallacy monarchy source man s inalienable rights part second examines roots benefits constitutional government written paine s dry wit hard hitting logic layman s language book widely circulated europe america considered earliest complete statement republican principles paine opposes idea hereditary kings speaks belief dictatorial government necessary well managed society paine s visionary call republicanism social welfare generations ahead time landed prison narrowly escaping guillotine note long chapters document divided parts comply audio file size requirements designated thus paine every effort made create logical divisions summary michele fry two proof listeners book michele fry adeledepignerolles p |
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8671 |
9295 |
Adventures of Old Mr. Toad |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad is another in the long line of children's books by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, we follow the adventures of Old Mr. Toad as he joins the Spring Chorus at the Smiling Pool, shows off his babies, displays his special tongue to Peter Rabbit and has a very special encounter with Buster Bear. We also learn little lessons about life such as pride can burst like a great big bubble, your friends' hidden talents may surprise you and it is considered impolite to watch someone change his clothes - especially when he eats them. (Summary by John Lieder)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-old-mr-toad-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures old mr toad another long line children s books conservationist thornton w burgess book follow adventures old mr toad joins spring chorus smiling pool shows babies displays special tongue peter rabbit special encounter buster bear also learn little lessons life pride burst like great big bubble friends hidden talents may surprise considered impolite watch someone change clothes especially eats them summary john lieder p |
| 8732 |
8672 |
9296 |
First Chapter Collection 002 |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Librivox First Chapter Collection 002 - a collection of the first chapters of 15 different books, chosen by Librivox volunteers. <br><br>This volume includes the first chapters of: Tolstoy's Anna Karenina (in the original Russian); children's classics Oliver Twist, Treasure Island and The Secret Garden; F. Scott Fitzgerald's This Side of Paradise; the Book of Mormon; and more! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-002-by-various/ |
librivox first chapter collection 002 collection first chapters 15 different books chosen librivox volunteers br br this volume includes first chapters of tolstoy s anna karenina in original russian children s classics oliver twist treasure island secret garden f scott fitzgerald s side paradise book mormon more summary rachel p |
| 8733 |
8673 |
9297 |
Art of Kissing |
Will Rossiter |
Family & Relationships |
The Art of Kissing is both a history of and a manual for the probably most widely practised enjoyment on the planet. (Summary by Availle ) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-kissing-by-will-rossiter/ |
art kissing history manual probably widely practised enjoyment planet summary availle p |
| 8734 |
8674 |
9298 |
Aladdin en de wonderlamp |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Een van de beroemdste verhalen uit Duizend en een nacht. Aladdin, de zoon van een arme kleermaker, komt in het bezit van een wonderlamp die al zijn wensen vervult. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/aladdin-en-de-wonderlamp-by-anoniem/ |
een van de beroemdste verhalen uit duizend en een nacht aladdin de zoon van een arme kleermaker komt het bezit van een wonderlamp die al zijn wensen vervult summary marcel coenders p |
| 8735 |
8675 |
9299 |
Emancipation Proclamation |
Abraham Lincoln |
War & Military, Law, Political Science |
After having written and released an initial draft of this proclamation in September of 1862, minor changes were made and Lincoln signed it on January 1st, 1863. It declared free the slaves in 10 states not then under Union control, with exemptions specified for areas already under Union control in two states. Lincoln spent the next 100 days preparing the army and the nation for emancipation, while Democrats rallied their voters in the 1862 off-year elections by warning of the threat freed slaves posed to northern whites.</p>\n\nOnce the abolition of slavery in the rebel states became a military objective, as Union armies advanced south, more slaves were liberated until all three million of them in Confederate territory were freed. Lincoln's comment on the signing of the Proclamation was: "I never, in my life, felt more certain that I was doing right, than I do in signing this paper." - Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-emancipation-proclamation-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
written released initial draft proclamation september 1862 minor changes made lincoln signed january 1st 1863 declared free slaves 10 states union control exemptions specified areas already union control two states lincoln spent next 100 days preparing army nation emancipation democrats rallied voters 1862 off year elections warning threat freed slaves posed northern whites p abolition slavery rebel states became military objective union armies advanced south slaves liberated three million confederate territory freed lincoln s comment signing proclamation was i never life felt certain right signing paper summary wikipedia john greenman p |
| 8736 |
8676 |
9300 |
Criminal Investigation: a Practical Handbook for Magistrates, Police Officers and Lawyers, Volume 1 |
Hans Gross |
Psychology, Science |
Reputedly inspired by the Sherlock Holmes stories, Austrian criminal jurist and examining magistrate Hans Gross wrote the first handbook on criminal investigation. This treatise covers everything from the qualities of a good investigating officer and how to utilize various experts, to tactics employed by criminals, how to analyze footprints and blood stains, and ways that criminals perpetrate crimes. Some of the remarks relate directly to India, such as disguising one's caste.<br /><br />Volume 1 (of 3) consists of Part 1 of the 4 parts in the work. - Summary by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/criminal-investigation-volume-1-by-hans-gross/ |
reputedly inspired sherlock holmes stories austrian criminal jurist examining magistrate hans gross wrote first handbook criminal investigation treatise covers everything qualities good investigating officer utilize various experts tactics employed criminals analyze footprints blood stains ways criminals perpetrate crimes remarks relate directly india disguising one s caste br br volume 1 of 3 consists part 1 4 parts work summary triciag p |
| 8737 |
8677 |
9301 |
Around The Yule Log |
Willis Boyd Allen |
Published 1800 -1900, Single Author Collections |
Eleven yule-tide stories by a popular writer of the late 19th – early 20th centuries. - (Summary by david wales) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-yule-log-by-willis-boyd-allen/ |
eleven yule tide stories popular writer late 19th early 20th centuries summary david wales p |
| 8738 |
8678 |
9302 |
Versailles Christmas-Tide |
Mary Stuart Boyd |
Memoirs |
The Boy has fallen ill with scarlet fever while at school in France. His parents rush to his side. A touching memoir. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-versailles-christmas-tide-by-mary-stuart-boyd/ |
boy fallen ill scarlet fever school france parents rush side touching memoir summary david wales p |
| 8739 |
8711 |
9335 |
Night Watches |
W. W. Jacobs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A most popular Jacobs character, a night watchman along the English coast, remembers troubles his friends got into during shore leave. At least part of the fault lay with those friends, who were both careless and naïve. But not all the stories are linked to just shore leave even though they relate to the sea in some way. Included are a ghost story, a warehouse worker playing sick, a couple sparring for new income, and even a makeover story. (Bill Boerst based on Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/night-watches-by-w-w-jacobs/ |
popular jacobs character night watchman along english coast remembers troubles friends got shore leave least part fault lay friends careless naïve stories linked shore leave even though relate sea way included ghost story warehouse worker playing sick couple sparring new income even makeover story bill boerst based wikipedia p |
| 8740 |
8679 |
9303 |
Vanished Messenger |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
A conference of European nations is being held in the Hague. England has not been invited to attend. Some think war is about to break out. Mr. John P. Dunster, an American, is traveling to the Hague with an important document that may prevent the outbreak of war when he mysteriously disappears after a train wreck in England. Richard Hamel is asked by the British government to attempt to solve the mystery of Dunster’s disappearance and prevent the outbreak of war in Europe. - Summary by Richard Kilmer |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-vanished-messenger-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
conference european nations held hague england invited attend think war break out mr john p dunster american traveling hague important document may prevent outbreak war mysteriously disappears train wreck england richard hamel asked british government attempt solve mystery dunster s disappearance prevent outbreak war europe summary richard kilmer |
| 8741 |
8680 |
9304 |
Gold Bag |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
The case involves a millionaire murdered in his study, suspicious servants, a beautiful niece, a private secretary and a will. enamored. A Holmes like detective is brought in to solve the mystery. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-gold-bag-by-carolyn-wells/ |
case involves millionaire murdered study suspicious servants beautiful niece private secretary will enamored holmes like detective brought solve mystery summary richard kilmer p |
| 8742 |
8681 |
9305 |
Clinical Medicine For Nurses |
Paul H. Ringer |
Medical |
The basics of clinical medicine for nurses in WWI-era America from a series of lectures by the author, an Asheville, NC physician. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/clinical-medicine-for-nurses-by-paul-h-ringer/ |
basics clinical medicine nurses wwi era america series lectures author asheville nc physician summary bellonatimes p |
| 8743 |
8682 |
9306 |
Miracles of the Lord Jesus Christ - Commentary on the Gospel of St Matthew |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Homilies 25 though 43 of St John Chrysostom's commentary of the Holy Gospel according to St Matthew, which include the miracles and teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. - Summary by The Reader</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-miracles-of-the-lord-jesus-christ-commentary-on-the-gospel-of-st-matthew-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
homilies 25 though 43 st john chrysostom s commentary holy gospel according st matthew include miracles teachings lord jesus christ summary reader p |
| 8744 |
8683 |
9307 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 28 - The Fathers of Confederation: A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion |
A. H. U. Colquhoun |
Modern (19th C) |
During and after the United States' War of Independence, Canada remained loyal to Great Britain. The upheavals of the 1830's and early 1840's led to a Popular Government and union of Upper and Lower Canada in 1841, but many still wanted confederation of the provinces into one centralized government. It would take over two decades for that to become a reality, "From Sea to Sea". This work chronicles the birth of the Dominion of Canada. (Summary by TriciaG) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-fathers-of-confederation-by-a-h-u-colquhoun/ |
united states war independence canada remained loyal great britain upheavals 1830 s early 1840 s led popular government union upper lower canada 1841 many still wanted confederation provinces one centralized government would take two decades become reality from sea sea work chronicles birth dominion canada summary triciag p |
| 8745 |
8684 |
9308 |
Sunbonnet Babies in Italy |
Eulalie Osgood Grover |
General |
"See that smoking mountain, Molly! Look! I believe it is a volcano. It is Mount Vesuvius. Yes, I know it is Mount Vesuvius!"\nMay, the Sunbonnet Baby, was talking with Molly, her little Sunbonnet Baby sister. They were standing on the deck of a great ocean steamer. They had been sailing on the steamer for days and days. They had sailed more than four thousand miles away from their home in America. Now they were almost at the end of their journey. They would very soon be in Italy." This is of course another "Sunbonnet Baby" book that takes Mary and her little sister Molly on a tour of Italy. It is meant to give children a taste of the marvels of the Italian pennunsula, visiting Sicily, Rome, Capri, Naples, the country side, and many other wonderful cities and towns. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-sunbonnet-babies-in-italy-by-eulalie-osgood-grover/ |
see smoking mountain molly look believe volcano mount vesuvius yes know mount vesuvius may sunbonnet baby talking molly little sunbonnet baby sister standing deck great ocean steamer sailing steamer days days sailed four thousand miles away home america almost end journey would soon italy course another sunbonnet baby book takes mary little sister molly tour italy meant give children taste marvels italian pennunsula visiting sicily rome capri naples country side many wonderful cities towns summary phil chenevert p |
| 8746 |
8685 |
9309 |
Duel (version 2) |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
Known for his plays and short stories, Anton Chekhov also wrote a series of novellas, astonishing for their psychological complexity and compelling human portraiture. In The Duel, the wastrel and libertine Laevsky absconds to the Caucasus with another man's wife, Nadyezhda Fyodorovna. While there, he forms several acquaintanceships with a colorful array of characters: Von Koren the zoologist, Samoylenko the doctor, and Pobyedov the giddy deacon. Before long, both Laevsky and his mistress succeed in offending local society by their dissolute lifestyles, leading to the inevitable insult, challenge, and duel. Duels having been exploited as plot twists throughout the writings of Tolstoy, Turgenev, and Dostoyevsky (all ironically alluded to by the author), the challenge for Chekhov is to make it work one more time in 1891, at a time when duelling had nearly died out in both society and literature. The result is a richly layered, utterly original, philosophically and psychologically ambiguous story of human love and friendship. ( summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-duel-by-anton-chekhov-2/ |
known plays short stories anton chekhov also wrote series novellas astonishing psychological complexity compelling human portraiture duel wastrel libertine laevsky absconds caucasus another man s wife nadyezhda fyodorovna there forms several acquaintanceships colorful array characters von koren zoologist samoylenko doctor pobyedov giddy deacon long laevsky mistress succeed offending local society dissolute lifestyles leading inevitable insult challenge duel duels exploited plot twists throughout writings tolstoy turgenev dostoyevsky all ironically alluded author challenge chekhov make work one time 1891 time duelling nearly died society literature result richly layered utterly original philosophically psychologically ambiguous story human love friendship summary expatriate p |
| 8747 |
8686 |
9310 |
Ladrones de Londres |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Oliver Twist es una novela humorística en la que se presentan también la hipocresía y los males sociales de la época, especialmente el reclutamiento de niños para el crimen organizado. Se publicó en 1838 como una serie de artículos. ( tux) |
Spanish |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/los-ladrones-de-londres-by-charles-dickens/ |
oliver twist es una novela humorística en la que se presentan también la hipocresía los males sociales de la época especialmente el reclutamiento de niños para el crimen organizado se publicó en 1838 como una serie de artículos tux |
| 8748 |
8687 |
9311 |
War of Antichrist with the Church and Christian Civilization |
George F. Dillon |
Political Science, Christianity - Other |
The War of Anti-Christ with the Church and Christian Civilization is a book written in 1885 by an Irishman, George F. Dillon, DD. It was republished by Fr. Denis Fahey in 1950 as Grand Orient Freemasonry Unmasked as the Secret Power Behind Communism. The central theme of the book alleges that atheistic Illuminism, through the infrastructure of Grand Orient freemasonry, driven by the ideology of the philosophies laid the foundations for a large scale, ongoing war against Christendom in general and Catholic Church in particular. The document claims that this had been manifested primarily through manipulating the outbreak of various radical liberal republican revolutions. Particularly those focused on atheism or religious indifferentism in their anti-Catholicism. The book details revolutionary activity in France, Italy, Germany and Ireland.<br><br>\n\nIncluded within the scope of the book is material on the Illuminati, Kabbalism, Jacobinism, the French Revolution, the Carbonari and Fenianism. The Alta Vendita document was given wider exposure in the Anglosphere after being first translated for the book and placed within a historical context. The book was influential to Catholic integralism in Ireland, Britain and the United States, as well as national conservative politics. Fahey who republished the book in the 1950s founded the Maria Duce political movement—critical of Fenianism associating it with Communism, it instead proposed an Irish National Catholicism under the social and spiritual reign of Christ the King. The company who republished it, the Britons Publishing Society, described the book as "of world-wide importance". (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-of-antichrist-with-the-church-and-christian-civilization-by-george-f-dillon/ |
war anti christ church christian civilization book written 1885 irishman george f dillon dd republished fr denis fahey 1950 grand orient freemasonry unmasked secret power behind communism central theme book alleges atheistic illuminism infrastructure grand orient freemasonry driven ideology philosophies laid foundations large scale ongoing war christendom general catholic church particular document claims manifested primarily manipulating outbreak various radical liberal republican revolutions particularly focused atheism religious indifferentism anti catholicism book details revolutionary activity france italy germany ireland br br included within scope book material illuminati kabbalism jacobinism french revolution carbonari fenianism alta vendita document given wider exposure anglosphere first translated book placed within historical context book influential catholic integralism ireland britain united states well national conservative politics fahey republished book 1950s founded maria duce political movement critical fenianism associating communism instead proposed irish national catholicism social spiritual reign christ king company republished it britons publishing society described book of world wide importance summary wikipedia p |
| 8749 |
8688 |
9312 |
Psychology of Religion |
Edwin Diller Starbuck |
Christianity - Other |
“The present volume is an excursus into individual psychology, and represents only one of several aspects of the psychology... “It is a purely empirical study into the Line of Growth in Religion in individuals, and an inquiry into the causes and conditions which determine it...” <i>From the Introduction, p11.</i><br /><br />Diagrams from the text can be downloaded <a href="https://archive.org/download/thepsychologyofreligion_1412_librivox/psychologyofreligion_diagrams_1411.pdf" rel="nofollow">here</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-psychology-of-religion-by-edwin-diller-starbuck/ |
the present volume excursus individual psychology represents one several aspects psychology it purely empirical study line growth religion individuals inquiry causes conditions determine it i from introduction p11 i br br diagrams text downloaded a href https archive org download thepsychologyofreligion_1412_librivox psychologyofreligion_diagrams_1411 pdf rel nofollow here a br br |
| 8750 |
8689 |
9313 |
Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Published 1900 onward |
The story of three "middle aged ladies". Follow along as they have all sorts of adventures. - Summary by Sandra <br>\n<b>More Tish stories</b><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/amazing-adventures-letitia-carberry-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carbery</a><br>\n <a href="https://librivox.org/more-tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">More Tish</a>\n<br />Proof-listeners: IdaLee & Maria Kasper<br /><br>\n\n\n\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
story three middle aged ladies follow along sorts adventures summary sandra br b more tish stories b br a href https librivox org amazing adventures letitia carberry by mary roberts rinehart the amazing adventures letitia carbery a br a href https librivox org more tish by mary roberts rinehart more tish a br proof listeners idalee maria kasper br br |
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8690 |
9314 |
Quilts, Their Story and How to Make Them |
Marie D. Webster |
Crafts & Hobbies |
Although the quilt is one of the most familiar and necessary articles in our households, its story is yet to be told. In spite of its universal use and intimate connection with our lives, its past is a mystery which -- at the most -- can only be partially unravelled. (from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/quilts-by-marie-d-webster/ |
although quilt one familiar necessary articles households story yet told spite universal use intimate connection lives past mystery partially unravelled from introduction p |
| 8752 |
8691 |
9315 |
Undine |
Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué |
Romance |
Die märchenhafte Erzählung "Undine" ist ein charakteristisches Werk der deutschen Romantik und das wohl bekannteste Werk von Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué.\n<br></br>\nDas überaus anmutige und schöne Mädchen Undine wächst als Pflegetochter eines armen alten Fischers und dessen Frau auf einer Landzunge an einem See auf. Ein unheimlicher und verrufener Wald trennt die drei von der nahegelegenen Reichsstadt. Eines Tages verirrt sich der junge Ritter Huldbrand von Ringstetten durch den Wald zu der Fischerhütte. Er war von Bertalda, der von ihm angebeteten Pflegetochter eines Herzogs, zu einer Mutprobe nach einem Turniersieg in den Zauberwald geschickt worden. Huldbrand ist er von Undines Schönheit, aber auch von ihrem gleichzeitig kecken und geheimnisvollen Wesen ganz verzaubert. Da er wegen eines Hochwassers nicht zurück in die Reichsstadt gelangen kann, verbleibt er einige Zeit auf der Insel. Er verliebt sich in Undine, und wenig später wird das Paar von einem bei dem fortwährenden Sturm auf der Insel gestrandeten Priester getraut. Am folgenden Tag eröffnet Undine dem Huldbrand, dass sie in Wahrheit kein Mensch sei, sondern zu den Wassergeistern gehöre, nun aber durch die Heirat mit einem Menschen eine Seele erhalten habe. Huldbrand hält in Liebe weiter zu ihr, aber als nach einiger Zeit das Hochwasser endlich verschwindet und das Ehepaar zur Reichsstadt reisen kann, trifft Huldbrand dort wieder auf Bertalda; die alten Gefühle zu dieser erwachen und seine Liebe zur schönen und sanftmütigen Undine wird auf eine harte Probe gestellt. Doch ein Treuebruch Huldbrands würde nach den Gesetzen der Elementargeister für die Beteiligten ein tragisches Ende bedeuten... (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) </p> |
German |
1811 |
https://librivox.org/undine-by-friedrich-de-la-motte-fouque-2/ |
die märchenhafte erzählung undine ist ein charakteristisches werk der deutschen romantik und das wohl bekannteste werk von friedrich de la motte fouqué br br das überaus anmutige und schöne mädchen undine wächst als pflegetochter eines armen alten fischers und dessen frau auf einer landzunge einem see auf ein unheimlicher und verrufener wald trennt die drei von der nahegelegenen reichsstadt eines tages verirrt sich der junge ritter huldbrand von ringstetten durch den wald zu der fischerhütte er war von bertalda der von ihm angebeteten pflegetochter eines herzogs zu einer mutprobe nach einem turniersieg den zauberwald geschickt worden huldbrand ist er von undines schönheit aber auch von ihrem gleichzeitig kecken und geheimnisvollen wesen ganz verzaubert da er wegen eines hochwassers nicht zurück die reichsstadt gelangen kann verbleibt er einige zeit auf der insel er verliebt sich undine und wenig später wird das paar von einem bei dem fortwährenden sturm auf der insel gestrandeten priester getraut folgenden tag eröffnet undine dem huldbrand dass sie wahrheit kein mensch sei sondern zu den wassergeistern gehöre nun aber durch die heirat mit einem menschen eine seele erhalten habe huldbrand hält liebe weiter zu ihr aber als nach einiger zeit das hochwasser endlich verschwindet und das ehepaar zur reichsstadt reisen kann trifft huldbrand dort wieder auf bertalda die alten gefühle zu dieser erwachen und seine liebe zur schönen und sanftmütigen undine wird auf eine harte probe gestellt doch ein treuebruch huldbrands würde nach den gesetzen der elementargeister für die beteiligten ein tragisches ende bedeuten zusammenfassung von karlsson p |
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8692 |
9316 |
Celebrated Travels and Travellers, vol. 3 |
Jules Verne |
Exploration |
This volume, entitled "The great explorers of the 19th century", forms the third of three volumes under the general title of "Celebrated travels and travellers".<br /><br />Volume three comprehends:<br />"The dawn of a century of discovery" (part I, chap. I), "The exploration and colonization of Africa" (part I, chap. II), "The oriental scientific movement and American discoveries" (part I, chap. III), "Voyages round the world, and Polar expeditions" (part II, chap. I), "French circumnavigators" (part II, chap. II), "Polar expeditions" (part II, chap. III, part I) and "The North Pole" (part II, chap. III, part II). - Summary by Kajo<br /><br /> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-travels-and-travellers-vol-3-by-jules-verne/ |
volume entitled the great explorers 19th century forms third three volumes general title celebrated travels travellers br br volume three comprehends br the dawn century discovery part i chap i the exploration colonization africa part i chap ii the oriental scientific movement american discoveries part i chap iii voyages round world polar expeditions part ii chap i french circumnavigators part ii chap ii polar expeditions part ii chap iii part i the north pole part ii chap iii part ii summary kajo br br |
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8712 |
9336 |
Willem Tell |
Pieter Louwerse |
Historical Fiction |
Het wereld beroemde verhaal van Willem Tell door Pieter Louwerse opnieuw verteld. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/willem-tell-by-pieter-louwerse/ |
het wereld beroemde verhaal van willem tell door pieter louwerse opnieuw verteld summary marcel coenders p |
| 8755 |
8693 |
9317 |
Machine Stops (version 4) |
E. M. Forster |
Science Fiction |
"The Machine Stops" is a science fiction story by E. M. Forster. After initial publication in 1909 the story was republished in Forster's The Eternal Moment and Other Stories in 1928. After being voted one of the best novellas up to 1965, it was included that same year in the populist anthology Modern Short Stories. In 1973 it was also included in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume Two. The story is particularly notable for predicting new technologies such as instant messaging and the Internet. In the preface to his Collected Short Stories (1947), Forster wrote that "The Machine Stops is a reaction to one of the earlier heavens of H. G. Wells." Although not all Wells's stories were optimistic about the future, this implies Forster was concerned about human dependence on technology. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-stops-by-e-m-forster-2/ |
the machine stops science fiction story e m forster initial publication 1909 story republished forster s eternal moment stories 1928 voted one best novellas 1965 included year populist anthology modern short stories 1973 also included science fiction hall fame volume two story particularly notable predicting new technologies instant messaging internet preface collected short stories 1947 forster wrote the machine stops reaction one earlier heavens h g wells although wells s stories optimistic future implies forster concerned human dependence technology summary wikipedia p |
| 8756 |
8694 |
9318 |
Lob der Narrheit |
Desiderius Erasmus |
Humor, Medieval |
Hinter dem tollen Wirrwarr menschlichen Treibens, hinter den Mängeln, Schwächen, Fehlern und Untugenden sieht Erasmus die Thorheit als etwas nur Allzumenschliches an. Sie ist ihm dasjenige geistige Element, das dem Erdendasein überhaupt erst Reiz und Wert verleiht. Das Horazische Dulce est desipere in loco ist hier zu einem Prinzip der Weltanschauung erhoben und wird halb im Ernst, halb im Scherz von einer lächelnden Lebensphilosophie als Vademecum für jeden Erdenpilger gepriesen. Daß der geistreiche und seine Thesen mit unzähligen gelehrten Zitaten erhärtende Autor sich dabei nicht immer konsequent bleibt und mitunter wie z. B. in seiner Polemik gegen Kirche und Theologie aus dem Ton und der Rolle eines Lobredners der Thorheit fällt, darf weiter nicht verwunderlich erscheinen. - Zusammenfassung aus dem Vorwort</p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/das-lob-der-narrheit-by-desiderius-erasmus/ |
hinter dem tollen wirrwarr menschlichen treibens hinter den mängeln schwächen fehlern und untugenden sieht erasmus die thorheit als etwas nur allzumenschliches an sie ist ihm dasjenige geistige element das dem erdendasein überhaupt erst reiz und wert verleiht das horazische dulce est desipere loco ist hier zu einem prinzip der weltanschauung erhoben und wird halb im ernst halb im scherz von einer lächelnden lebensphilosophie als vademecum für jeden erdenpilger gepriesen daß der geistreiche und seine thesen mit unzähligen gelehrten zitaten erhärtende autor sich dabei nicht immer konsequent bleibt und mitunter wie z b seiner polemik gegen kirche und theologie aus dem ton und der rolle eines lobredners der thorheit fällt darf weiter nicht verwunderlich erscheinen zusammenfassung aus dem vorwort p |
| 8757 |
8695 |
9319 |
Chief Legatee |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
"I was married to-day in Grace Church. At the altar my bride--you probably know her name, Miss Georgian Hazen--wore a natural look, and was in all respects, so far as any one could see, a happy woman, satisfied with her choice and pleased with the éclat and elegancies of the occasion. Half-way down the aisle this all changed. I remember the instant perfectly. Her hand was on my arm and I felt it suddenly stiffen. I was not alarmed, but I gave her a quick look and saw that something had happened....<br>\n...I should have passed the matter over as a mere attack of nerves, if I had not afterwards detected in her face, through all the hurry and excitement of the ensuing reception, a strained expression not at all natural to her. This was still more evident after the congratulations of a certain guest, who, I am sure, whispered to her before he passed on...<br>\n...She entered the office with me and was standing close at my side all the time I was writing our names in the register; but later, when I turned to ask her to enter the elevator with me, she was gone..." (Excerpts from Chapter 1) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-chief-legatee-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
i married to day grace church altar bride you probably know name miss georgian hazen wore natural look respects far one could see happy woman satisfied choice pleased éclat elegancies occasion half way aisle changed remember instant perfectly hand arm felt suddenly stiffen alarmed gave quick look saw something happened br i passed matter mere attack nerves afterwards detected face hurry excitement ensuing reception strained expression natural her still evident congratulations certain guest who sure whispered passed on br she entered office standing close side time writing names register later turned ask enter elevator me gone excerpts chapter 1 p |
| 8758 |
8696 |
9320 |
Bible (WNT) NT 08: 2 Corinthians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Bibles |
This second letter from the Apostle Paul to the congregation of believers in the bustling port city of Corinth gives us a much more personal understanding of Paul's apostleship. He defends it rigorously, convincing his followers of his authority from God and his rights under that authority. His appeals to patience and understanding display a great emotional vulnerability in the seasoned preacher and missionary. He discusses the need to support the congregation in Jerusalem with their gifts, and reaffirms and vindicates his position as apostle to the Gentiles. - Summary by Mark Penfold</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/2-corinthians-weymouth-new-testament/ |
second letter apostle paul congregation believers bustling port city corinth gives us much personal understanding paul s apostleship defends rigorously convincing followers authority god rights authority appeals patience understanding display great emotional vulnerability seasoned preacher missionary discusses need support congregation jerusalem gifts reaffirms vindicates position apostle gentiles summary mark penfold p |
| 8759 |
8697 |
9321 |
Royale Maison de Savoie |
Grégoire Hudry-Menos |
*Non-fiction, History , Middle Ages/Middle History |
Grégoire Hudry-Menos, modeste journaliste savoyard, apporte un nouveau point de vue sur l'histoire de la maison de Savoie, montée quelques années plus tôt sur le trône d'Italie. Ces «Études historiques» sont dédiées au roi Victor-Emmanuel II. - Summary by BeniaminoMassimo |
French |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/la-royale-maison-de-savoie-by-gregoire-hudry-menos/ |
grégoire hudry menos modeste journaliste savoyard apporte un nouveau point de vue sur l histoire de la maison de savoie montée quelques années plus tôt sur le trône d italie ces études historiques sont dédiées au roi victor emmanuel ii summary beniaminomassimo |
| 8760 |
8751 |
9375 |
Schippersjongen |
Pieter Louwerse |
Action & Adventure |
Verhaal over het beleg en ontzet van Leiden 1573 - 1574. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/de-schippersjongen-by-pieter-louwerse/ |
verhaal het beleg en ontzet van leiden 1573 1574 summary marcel coenders p |
| 8761 |
8752 |
9376 |
Märchen vom Karfunkelstein |
Ludwig Ganghofer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
'Das Märchen vom Karfunkelstein' - eine wunderliche Geschichte für kleine und große Kinder - Summary by Ludwig Ganghofer</p> |
German |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/das-maerchen-vom-karfunkelstein-by-ludwig-ganghofer/ |
das märchen vom karfunkelstein eine wunderliche geschichte für kleine und große kinder summary ludwig ganghofer p |
| 8762 |
8698 |
9322 |
Night Land |
William Hope Hodgson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
<p>The Sun has gone out and the Earth is lit only by the glow of residual vulcanism. The last few millions of the human race are gathered together in a gigantic metal pyramid, nearly eight miles high – the Last Redoubt, under siege from unknown forces and Powers outside in the dark. These are held back by a Circle of Energy, known as the "air clog", powered from a subterranean energy source called the "Earth Current". For millennia, vast living shapes—the Watchers—have waited in the darkness near the pyramid. It is thought they are waiting for the inevitable time when the Circle's power finally weakens and dies. Other living things have been seen in the darkness beyond, some of unknown origins, and others that may once have been human.<br><br>\nTo leave the protection of the Circle means almost certain death, or worse an ultimate destruction of the soul. As the story commences, the narrator establishes mind contact with an inhabitant of another, forgotten Lesser Redoubt. First one expedition sets off to succor the inhabitants of the Lesser Redoubt, whose own Earth Current has been exhausted, only to meet with disaster. After that the narrator sets off alone into the darkness to find the girl he has made contact with, knowing now that she is the reincarnation of his past love.<br><br>\nH. P. Lovecraft describes the novel as "one of the most potent pieces of macabre imagination ever written". Clark Ashton Smith wrote of it that "In all literature, there are few works so sheerly remarkable, so purely creative, as The Night Land. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-land-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
p the sun gone earth lit glow residual vulcanism last millions human race gathered together gigantic metal pyramid nearly eight miles high last redoubt siege unknown forces powers outside dark held back circle energy known air clog powered subterranean energy source called earth current millennia vast living shapes the watchers have waited darkness near pyramid thought waiting inevitable time circle s power finally weakens dies living things seen darkness beyond unknown origins others may human br br leave protection circle means almost certain death worse ultimate destruction soul story commences narrator establishes mind contact inhabitant another forgotten lesser redoubt first one expedition sets succor inhabitants lesser redoubt whose earth current exhausted meet disaster narrator sets alone darkness find girl made contact with knowing reincarnation past love br br h p lovecraft describes novel one potent pieces macabre imagination ever written clark ashton smith wrote in literature works sheerly remarkable purely creative night land summary wikipedia p |
| 8763 |
8699 |
9323 |
Anonymous Story |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
In "An Anonymous Story," Chekhov continues to explore his favorite themes of superfluous men, ironic rakes, exploited women, and the dangers of social conventions to human happiness. The Anonymous Narrator is a feckless, would-be revolutionary who gets himself hired on as a flunkey in the household of the young useless aristocrat Orlov, hoping to spy out some useful information for the Cause. Orlov seduces the beautiful Zinaida Fyodorovna away from her husband but quickly tires of her. The Narrator, another in the long line of Russian literary superfluous men, allows Orlov to use him to deceive Zinaida Fyodorovna, hating himself for it all the while. In the end he does his weak best to rescue the spurned mistress and her newborn child from their sufferings. Chekhov's subtle sympathy for the women victimized by conventional marriage is demonstrated in his narration of Zinaida Fyodorovna's tragic unraveling, ending in a masterful final chapter of heartbreaking ambiguity. (Summary by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/an-anonymous-story-by-anton-chekhov/ |
an anonymous story chekhov continues explore favorite themes superfluous men ironic rakes exploited women dangers social conventions human happiness anonymous narrator feckless would be revolutionary gets hired flunkey household young useless aristocrat orlov hoping spy useful information cause orlov seduces beautiful zinaida fyodorovna away husband quickly tires her narrator another long line russian literary superfluous men allows orlov use deceive zinaida fyodorovna hating while end weak best rescue spurned mistress newborn child sufferings chekhov s subtle sympathy women victimized conventional marriage demonstrated narration zinaida fyodorovna s tragic unraveling ending masterful final chapter heartbreaking ambiguity summary expatriate p |
| 8764 |
8700 |
9324 |
Song Celestial; Or, Bhagavad-Gîtâ |
Unknown |
Epics |
This work is a unique rendering of the Bagavad Gita by a well known poet. It is faithful to the text and yet does not read like a translation.The Sanskrit original is written in the Anushtubh metre. It has been cast into flexible blank verse by Sir Arnold, changing into lyrical measures where the text itself similarly breaks. In his autobiography, Gandhi has called this work the book par excellence for the Knowledge of Truth and that it afforded him invaluable help in his moments of gloom. (Summary by Jothi)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-bhagavad-gita/ |
work unique rendering bagavad gita well known poet faithful text yet read like translation the sanskrit original written anushtubh metre cast flexible blank verse sir arnold changing lyrical measures text similarly breaks autobiography gandhi called work book par excellence knowledge truth afforded invaluable help moments gloom summary jothi p |
| 8765 |
8701 |
9325 |
Kybalion (version 2) |
The Three Initiates |
*Non-fiction, Philosophy |
The Kybalion: Hermetic Philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of Hermes Trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of "the Three Initiates". The Kybalion was first published in 1908 by the Yogi Publication Society and is now in the public domain, and can be found on the internet. The book purports to be based upon ancient Hermeticism, though many of its ideas are relatively modern concepts arising from the New Thought movement. The book early on makes the claim that it makes its appearance in one's life when the time is appropriate and includes variations of material found in the book of Proverbs. The book devotes a chapter to each of its seven "Principles", or axioms: The Principle of Mentalism, The Principle of Correspondence, The Principle of Vibration, The Principle of Polarity, The Principle of Rhythm, The Principle of Cause and Effect, and The Principle of Gender. Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-kybalion-by-the-three-initiates-2/ |
kybalion hermetic philosophy 1908 book claiming essence teachings hermes trismegistus published anonymously group person pseudonym the three initiates kybalion first published 1908 yogi publication society public domain found internet book purports based upon ancient hermeticism though many ideas relatively modern concepts arising new thought movement book early makes claim makes appearance one s life time appropriate includes variations material found book proverbs book devotes chapter seven principles axioms principle mentalism principle correspondence principle vibration principle polarity principle rhythm principle cause effect principle gender summary wikipedia p |
| 8766 |
8702 |
9326 |
Poems |
Nora May French |
Single author |
Nora May French was a Californian poet and a member of the bohemian literary circles of the Carmel Arts and Crafts Club, which flourished after the Great San Francisco Earthquake and Fire of 1906. She gained minor recognition, but no financial stability, through local magazines. Published posthumously by friends in 1910, four years after French's suicide, <i>Poems by Nora May French</i> was the first and only compilation of her works until 2009.<br>\n<br>\nAlthough many of her poems celebrate the serenity of coastal landscape, others are less sanguine. They offer glimpses into the mind of a young woman plagued by heartbreak and torn between pressure to submit to social roles and longing to live creatively. The most famous poem in the collection, <i>The Spanish Girl</i>, reflects on a failed engagement, the first of many. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-nora-may-french/ |
nora may french californian poet member bohemian literary circles carmel arts crafts club flourished great san francisco earthquake fire 1906 gained minor recognition financial stability local magazines published posthumously friends 1910 four years french s suicide i poems nora may french i first compilation works 2009 br br although many poems celebrate serenity coastal landscape others less sanguine offer glimpses mind young woman plagued heartbreak torn pressure submit social roles longing live creatively famous poem collection i the spanish girl i reflects failed engagement first many summary mary kay p |
| 8767 |
8703 |
9327 |
Weihnachtsabend (Eine Geistergeschichte) (Version 2) |
Charles Dickens |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Am Heiligen Abend erscheint dem alten Geizhals Scrooge der Geist seines verstorbenen Geschäftspartners Marley, der zu Lebzeiten noch schlimmer als Scrooge war, - und prophezeit diesem ein düsteres Ende für den Fall, dass er sein Leben nicht grundlegend ändere. Danach zeigt sich der Geist der vergangenen Weihnacht, welcher Scrooge in seine Kindheit zurückversetzt, gefolgt vom Geist der gegenwärtigen Weihnacht, der ihn ins Haus seines ärmlich lebenden Schreibers Cratchit und dessen Familie sowie in das Haus seines Neffen geleitet. ... Am Ende begegnet er gar seinem eigenen zukünftigen Tod. Wird dies zu einer Läuterung führen? - (Zusammengefasst von crowwings)</p> |
German |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/der-weihnachtsabend-eine-geistergeschichte-version-2-by-charles-dickens/ |
heiligen abend erscheint dem alten geizhals scrooge der geist seines verstorbenen geschäftspartners marley der zu lebzeiten noch schlimmer als scrooge war und prophezeit diesem ein düsteres ende für den fall dass er sein leben nicht grundlegend ändere danach zeigt sich der geist der vergangenen weihnacht welcher scrooge seine kindheit zurückversetzt gefolgt vom geist der gegenwärtigen weihnacht der ihn ins haus seines ärmlich lebenden schreibers cratchit und dessen familie sowie das haus seines neffen geleitet ende begegnet er gar seinem eigenen zukünftigen tod wird dies zu einer läuterung führen zusammengefasst von crowwings p |
| 8768 |
8704 |
9328 |
Across Asia on a Bicycle |
Thomas Gaskell Allen |
Travel & Geography |
In 1890, two Americans newly graduated from college set out to travel around the world on a then-new invention, the modern bicycle. In 1893 they returned, have covered over 15,000 miles, at that time the "longest continuous land journey ever made around the world." This is their account of their trip across Turkey, Persia, Turkestan and northern China. It described their adventures traveling along through regions few outsiders ever visited. And include climbing Mount Ararat (they didn't find an ark) and a meeting with the then Chinese Prime Minister. And numerous photographs selected from the 2,500 taken on the almost 3 year trip. (summary by Annise) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/across-asia-on-a-bicycle-by-thomas-gaskell-allen/ |
1890 two americans newly graduated college set travel around world then new invention modern bicycle 1893 returned covered 15 000 miles time longest continuous land journey ever made around world account trip across turkey persia turkestan northern china described adventures traveling along regions outsiders ever visited include climbing mount ararat they find ark meeting chinese prime minister numerous photographs selected 2 500 taken almost 3 year trip summary annise |
| 8769 |
8705 |
9329 |
Nina Balatka |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
A romance set in Prague between a Catholic and a Jew. In this short novel, Trollope moves away from his usual milieu to explore a theme which has universal resonance. - Summary by Anthony Ogus</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/nina-balatka-by-anthony-trollope/ |
romance set prague catholic jew short novel trollope moves away usual milieu explore theme universal resonance summary anthony ogus p |
| 8770 |
8706 |
9330 |
Centuries of Meditations |
Thomas Traherne |
Christianity - Other |
Thomas Traherne's best known work is a collection of paragraphs, divided into what he called "Centuries", meditating in a particularly intense and visionary manner on God, nature and His relationship with the life of man. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/centuries-of-meditations-by-thomas-traherne/ |
thomas traherne s best known work collection paragraphs divided called centuries meditating particularly intense visionary manner god nature relationship life man summary nicole lee p |
| 8771 |
8707 |
9331 |
Knaben und Mörder |
Hermann Ungar |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
'Knaben und Mörder' enthält 2 Erzählungen von Hermann Ungar: 'Ein Mann und eine Magd' und 'Geschichte eines Mordes'. (Mißglücktes) Sexuelles Erwachen in der einen Geschichte, Haß gegen Andersartigkeit in der anderen Geschichte – die erbarmungslose Schilderung psychopathologischer Zustände auch in seinen anderen Werken führte zu kontroversen Diskussionen zu seiner Zeit. Hermann Ungar zählte zum Prager Kreis um Franz Kafka, Ernst Weiß und Max Brod, galt aber als Einzelgänger. Thomas Mann wurde durch 'Knaben und Mörder' auf Ungar aufmerksam und gehörte früh schon zu seinen Bewunderern. (B. Ungerer)</p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/knaben-und-moerder-by-hermann-ungar/ |
knaben und mörder enthält 2 erzählungen von hermann ungar ein mann und eine magd und geschichte eines mordes mißglücktes sexuelles erwachen der einen geschichte haß gegen andersartigkeit der anderen geschichte die erbarmungslose schilderung psychopathologischer zustände auch seinen anderen werken führte zu kontroversen diskussionen zu seiner zeit hermann ungar zählte zum prager kreis um franz kafka ernst weiß und max brod galt aber als einzelgänger thomas mann wurde durch knaben und mörder auf ungar aufmerksam und gehörte früh schon zu seinen bewunderern b ungerer p |
| 8772 |
8708 |
9332 |
Ali Baba en de veertig roovers |
Anonymous |
Action & Adventure |
Ali Baba vindt een schat van roovers en neemt een deel van de schat weg. Uiteraard willen de roovers wraak nemen. - Summary by Marcel Coenders</p> |
Dutch |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ali-baba-en-de-veertig-roovers-by-anoniem/ |
ali baba vindt een schat van roovers en neemt een deel van de schat weg uiteraard willen de roovers wraak nemen summary marcel coenders p |
| 8773 |
8709 |
9333 |
Bombardement von Åbo |
Carl Spitteler |
Humorous Fiction |
Dies ist eine leicht absurde Erzählung über das Bombardement der Finnischen Stadt Åbo durch die Briten, und wie es die Leben des Gouverneurs General Baraban Barabanowitsch, das seiner Frau, und das Leben der Köchin Agafia und deren finnischen Verlobten Tullela verändert. - Zusammenfassung von Carolin</p> |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/das-bombardement-von-abo-by-carl-spitteler/ |
dies ist eine leicht absurde erzählung über das bombardement der finnischen stadt åbo durch die briten und wie es die leben des gouverneurs general baraban barabanowitsch das seiner frau und das leben der köchin agafia und deren finnischen verlobten tullela verändert zusammenfassung von carolin p |
| 8774 |
8710 |
9334 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 060 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox readers bring you 20 short stories in various genres by authors including Edna Ferber, Charlotte Brontë, Stephan Crane, W. Somerset Maugham, Lord Dunsany, Saki and Honoré de Balzac.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-060-by-various/ |
librivox readers bring 20 short stories various genres authors including edna ferber charlotte brontë stephan crane w somerset maugham lord dunsany saki honoré de balzac p |
| 8775 |
8753 |
9377 |
Submarine Boys and the Spies |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
It is a wonderful December day in Spruce Beach, FL, and everyone is waiting, waiting for something special that has been promised. The "Benson", the fast submarine built by the Pollard Submarine Boat Company, is set to arrive. But, there are more people who are interested in the "Benson" than those picnicking on the beach. Who could they be? (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-and-the-spies-by-victor-g-durham/ |
wonderful december day spruce beach fl everyone waiting waiting something special promised benson fast submarine built pollard submarine boat company set arrive but people interested benson picnicking beach could be ann boulais p |
| 8776 |
8713 |
9337 |
Kees de Jongen |
Theo Thijssen |
Children's Fiction |
"Vele mensen schijnen Kees Bakels niet eens te hebben gekend, en dat is eigenlik niet goed te begrijpen. Is hij niet zowat de belangrijkste jongen geweest, die er ooit bestaan heeft? (...) Ik maak me sterk, als ik 'n beetje op-slag weet te komen met deze beschrijving, dat sommige lezers af-en-toe zullen zeggen: ‘O, diè jongen? Nee maar nou herinner ik me toch óók-wel; zeker, die heb ik ook gekend; 't is een tijdlang zelfs een speciaal vriendje van me geweest!’\nHet is aan die lezers, dat ik met een knipoogje dit rare boek opdraag." (uit de proloog) |
Dutch |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/kees-de-jongen-by-theo-thijssen/ |
vele mensen schijnen kees bakels niet eens te hebben gekend en dat eigenlik niet goed te begrijpen hij niet zowat de belangrijkste jongen geweest die er ooit bestaan heeft ik maak sterk als ik n beetje op slag weet te komen met deze beschrijving dat sommige lezers af en toe zullen zeggen o diè jongen nee maar nou herinner ik toch óók wel zeker die heb ik ook gekend t een tijdlang zelfs een speciaal vriendje van geweest het aan die lezers dat ik met een knipoogje dit rare boek opdraag uit de proloog |
| 8777 |
8714 |
9338 |
Bible (KJV) NT 09: Galatians |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Paul wrote this letter to the Galatians to warn them of how they were changing their belief of the gospel. They were subtly starting to believe that they must finish in the flesh what was begun in the Spirit. They had forgotten the simplicity of the gospel. The Galatian church had been infected with "another gospel." The Letter to the Galatians is the Apostle Paul's antidote. They had been led to believe that what was begun in the Spirit was to be perfected through the flesh. They had been led astray. Paul's correction is two-fold: the completeness of salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus, the Christ, and the source of sanctification a life in the Spirit. Jesus died to pay the price for sin, crucified that flesh on the cross, and gave them His Spirit to live within them and live through them. Just as Moses could not get the children of Israel to the Promised Land, so the law and the flesh can not either. The law is Perfect and Complete, and is the school Master that only leads them to Jesus, whose Righteousness and Holiness fulfilled the law, and leads His children to the Promised Land. (peppersnoodles93 and by smolderinsmithy) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-nt-09-galatians-by-king-james-version/ |
paul wrote letter galatians warn changing belief gospel subtly starting believe must finish flesh begun spirit forgotten simplicity gospel galatian church infected another gospel letter galatians apostle paul s antidote led believe begun spirit perfected flesh led astray paul s correction two fold completeness salvation sacrifice jesus christ source sanctification life spirit jesus died pay price sin crucified flesh cross gave spirit live within live them moses could get children israel promised land law flesh either law perfect complete school master leads jesus whose righteousness holiness fulfilled law leads children promised land peppersnoodles93 smolderinsmithy p |
| 8778 |
8715 |
9339 |
Kept for the Master's Use |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Memoirs, Christianity - Biographies |
The memoirs of Frances Ridley Havergal, a great missionary and hymn writer. - Summary by PamC</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/kept-for-the-masters-use-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
memoirs frances ridley havergal great missionary hymn writer summary pamc p |
| 8779 |
8716 |
9340 |
Red Nails (version 2) |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
Conan the Barbarian finds himself lusting after and fighting alongside the toughest woman alive, Valeria The Red, a beautiful pirate who out pirates the best of them in her strength and ferocity. This is one of the strangest stories ever written by Robert E. Howard — the tale of a barbarian adventurer, a woman pirate, and a weird enclosed and long dead city now inhabited by the most peculiar race of men ever spawned. Listen and be amazed at Howard's inventive genius. - Summary by phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1936 |
https://librivox.org/red-nails-version-2-by-robert-e-howard/ |
conan barbarian finds lusting fighting alongside toughest woman alive valeria red beautiful pirate pirates best strength ferocity one strangest stories ever written robert e howard tale barbarian adventurer woman pirate weird enclosed long dead city inhabited peculiar race men ever spawned listen amazed howard s inventive genius summary phil chenevert p |
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9341 |
Three Years |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
Laptev, the rich but unattractive scion of a merchant, renounces his independent-minded, intelligent, devoted, but equally unattractive mistress Polina in order to marry the beautiful young gold-digger Yulia. Their life together quickly deteriorates into a loveless agony, Laptev seeking some sort of meaning in his life while Yulia whiles away her youth with the sparkling young Moscow social scene. The compelling question of the story is whether or not Laptev and Yulia can redeem something of lasting value from what seems to be a hopelessly empty relationship. Here Chekhov again explores the subtle dilemmas of modern conventional marriage and its effects, both positive and negative, on the hapless humans caught up in it. (summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/three-years-by-anton-chekhov/ |
laptev rich unattractive scion merchant renounces independent minded intelligent devoted equally unattractive mistress polina order marry beautiful young gold digger yulia life together quickly deteriorates loveless agony laptev seeking sort meaning life yulia whiles away youth sparkling young moscow social scene compelling question story whether laptev yulia redeem something lasting value seems hopelessly empty relationship chekhov explores subtle dilemmas modern conventional marriage effects positive negative hapless humans caught it summary expatriate p |
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8718 |
9342 |
Poems of Power |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume in a series of books of poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This time, the theme is "Power". - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-power-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume series books poetry ella wheeler wilcox time theme power summary carolin p |
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8719 |
9343 |
Friar Anselmo, and Other Poems |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Julia Caroline Dorr. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/friar-anselmo-and-other-poems-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
collection poems julia caroline dorr summary carolin p |
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8720 |
9344 |
Peace on Earth, Good-Will to Dogs (version 2) |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Animals & Nature, Family |
If you don't like Christmas stories, don't read this one!</p>\n\nAnd if you don't like dogs I don't know just what to advise you to do!</p>\n\nFor I warn you perfectly frankly that I am distinctly pro-dog and distinctly pro-Christmas, and would like to bring to this little story whatever whiff of fir-balsam I can cajole from the make-believe forest in my typewriter, and every glitter of tinsel, smudge of toy candle, crackle of wrapping paper, that my particular brand of brain and ink can conjure up on a single keyboard! And very large-sized dogs shall romp through every page! And the mercury shiver perpetually in the vicinity of zero! And every foot of earth be crusty-brown and bare with no white snow at all till the very last moment when you'd just about given up hope! And all the heart of the story is very,—oh very young!</p>\n\nFor purposes of propriety and general historical authenticity there are of course parents in the story. And one or two other oldish persons. But they all go away just as early in the narrative as I can manage it.—Are obliged to go away!</p>\n\nYet lest you find in this general combination of circumstances some sinister threat of audacity, let me conventionalize the story at once by opening it at that most conventional of all conventional Christmas-story hours,—the Twilight of Christmas Eve." - Summary by from the book</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/peace-on-earth-good-will-to-dogs-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott-2/ |
like christmas stories read one p like dogs know advise do p warn perfectly frankly distinctly pro dog distinctly pro christmas would like bring little story whatever whiff fir balsam cajole make believe forest typewriter every glitter tinsel smudge toy candle crackle wrapping paper particular brand brain ink conjure single keyboard large sized dogs shall romp every page mercury shiver perpetually vicinity zero every foot earth crusty brown bare white snow till last moment given hope heart story very oh young p purposes propriety general historical authenticity course parents story one two oldish persons go away early narrative manage it are obliged go away p yet lest find general combination circumstances sinister threat audacity let conventionalize story opening conventional conventional christmas story hours the twilight christmas eve summary book p |
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8721 |
9345 |
Hermit of ---- Street |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Delight Hunter spends her days looking out of her window at her handsome but very mysterious and reclusive next door neighbor. She walks straight into a mystery when one day a fire starts in one of the upper rooms of his house and she dashes over to warn him, only to have him lock her in with instructions to let no one else in. Why is he so insistent that no one come in? What secrets are hidden within the walls of this house? - Summary by Laura Victoria</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-hermit-of-street-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
delight hunter spends days looking window handsome mysterious reclusive next door neighbor walks straight mystery one day fire starts one upper rooms house dashes warn him lock instructions let one else in insistent one come in secrets hidden within walls house summary laura victoria p |
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8722 |
9346 |
Ram Alley, or Merry Tricks by Lording Barry |
Lording Barry |
Comedy |
Ram Alley, or Merry Tricks, is a bawdy comedy by Lording Barry, a contemporary of Shakespeare. The production bankrupted Barry, landed him in debtor's jail, and set him off on a life of piracy. The action of Ram Alley takes place in a disreputable London lane where lawyers, lords, and ladies rub shoulders with prostitutes and vagabonds. One 19th century editor complained that it was "full of gross passages, allusions, and innuendoes," but more recent commentators have seen past the risque gags and recognised the play's wit, complexity, and intelligence. Ram Alley has only been revived three times since 1611, but recently came close to topping a poll of academics to find the best 'forgotten' play by an Elizabethan/Jacobean dramatist. - Summary by Rob Board\n<br/>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nSir Oliver Smallshanks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9809">Andrew Utley</a><br />\nThomas Smallshanks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8808">davidpr</a><br />\nWilliam Smallshanks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nBoutcher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9781">Negatron</a><br />\nLady Sommerfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nConstantia Sommerfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7756">Lynne Thompson</a><br />\nFrances: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nMistress Taffeta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9775">Alex Lane</a><br />\nAdriana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br />\nLieutenant Beard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br />\nThroat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br />\nDash: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9965">Hannoria</a><br />\nJustice Tutchin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9435">Richard Shipp</a><br />\nCaptain Puff, aka Captain Face: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br />\nSergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\n1st citizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br />\n1st & 2nd gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nA drawer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2607">Ruth Golding</a><br />\nServing man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br />\n1st woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br />\nAudio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br /> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/ram-alley-or-merry-tricks-by-lording-barry-by-lording-barry/ |
ram alley merry tricks bawdy comedy lording barry contemporary shakespeare production bankrupted barry landed debtor s jail set life piracy action ram alley takes place disreputable london lane lawyers lords ladies rub shoulders prostitutes vagabonds one 19th century editor complained full gross passages allusions innuendoes recent commentators seen past risque gags recognised play s wit complexity intelligence ram alley revived three times since 1611 recently came close topping poll academics find best forgotten play elizabethan jacobean dramatist summary rob board br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br sir oliver smallshanks a href https librivox org reader 9809 andrew utley a br thomas smallshanks a href https librivox org reader 8808 davidpr a br william smallshanks a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br boutcher a href https librivox org reader 9781 negatron a br lady sommerfield a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br constantia sommerfield a href https librivox org reader 7756 lynne thompson a br frances a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mistress taffeta a href https librivox org reader 9775 alex lane a br adriana a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br lieutenant beard a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br throat a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br dash a href https librivox org reader 9965 hannoria a br justice tutchin a href https librivox org reader 9435 richard shipp a br captain puff aka captain face a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br sergeant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br 1st citizen a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br 1st 2nd gentleman a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br drawer a href https librivox org reader 2607 ruth golding a br serving man a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br 1st woman a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br constable a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br |
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8723 |
9347 |
Shining Gateway |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction |
Students of the works of James Allen all over the world will welcome with joy another book from his able pen. In this work we find the Prophet of Meditation in one of his deepest and yet most lucid expositions. How wonderfully he deals with fundamental principles! Here the reader will find no vague statement of generalities, for the writer enters with tender reverence into every detail of human experience. It is as though he came back to The Shining Gateway, and, standing there, he reviewed all the way up which his own feet have traveled, passing over no temptation that is common to man; knowing that the obstacles that barred his ascending pathway, or the clouds that at times obscured his vision, are the common experiences of all those who have set their faces towards the heights of Blessed Vision. As we read his words now, he seems to stand and beckon to us, saying, "Come on, my fellow Pilgrims; it is straight ahead to the Shining Gateway; I have blazed the track for you." In sending forth this, another posthumous volume from his pen, we have no doubt but that it will help many and many an aspiring soul up to the heights, until at last they too stand within The Shining Gateway. - Summary by Editor, The Shining Gateway</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-shining-gateway-by-james-allen/ |
students works james allen world welcome joy another book able pen work find prophet meditation one deepest yet lucid expositions wonderfully deals fundamental principles reader find vague statement generalities writer enters tender reverence every detail human experience though came back shining gateway and standing there reviewed way feet traveled passing temptation common man knowing obstacles barred ascending pathway clouds times obscured vision common experiences set faces towards heights blessed vision read words now seems stand beckon us saying come on fellow pilgrims straight ahead shining gateway blazed track you sending forth this another posthumous volume pen doubt help many many aspiring soul heights last stand within shining gateway summary editor shining gateway p |
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8724 |
9348 |
Among the Trees at Elmridge |
Ella Rodman Church |
Animals & Nature |
"On that bright spring afternoon when three happy, interested children went off to the woods with their governess to take their first lesson in the study of wild flowers, they saw also some other things which made a fresh series of "Elmridge Talks," and these things were found among the trees of the roadside and forest." - Summary by Ella Rodman Church</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-trees-at-elmridge-by-ella-rodman-church/ |
on bright spring afternoon three happy interested children went woods governess take first lesson study wild flowers saw also things made fresh series elmridge talks things found among trees roadside forest summary ella rodman church p |
| 8788 |
8725 |
9349 |
True Bear Stories |
Joaquin Miller |
Children's Non-fiction, Animals |
Joaquin Miller dedicated this book to "my dear little daughter...for whose pleasure and instruction I have many times dug up the most of these stories from out the days of my boyhood." In his preface he claims to prefer true stories to made-up ones. And he always defends bears, which he thinks have gotten an undeserved bad reputation from the general populous.</p>\n\nMiller strives here to pass on a respect for the variety and wisdom in the lives of real bears. But perhaps we should offer one caution: throughout his life Joaquin Miller gained a reputation for being a supreme liar! (summary by Bill Boerst) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/true-bear-stories-by-joaquin-miller/ |
joaquin miller dedicated book my dear little daughter for whose pleasure instruction many times dug stories days boyhood preface claims prefer true stories made up ones always defends bears thinks gotten undeserved bad reputation general populous p miller strives pass respect variety wisdom lives real bears perhaps offer one caution throughout life joaquin miller gained reputation supreme liar summary bill boerst p |
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8726 |
9350 |
Cheerful Smugglers |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
Saving for the baby's education: how can a young family be disciplined so as to regularly put money in the pig (bank)? Why, put a tariff on all items coming into the house, just like the U.S. Government does/did for items coming into the country! But the devil is in the details; what about taxing items brought in by visitors? Is the housemaid herself a taxable item? What items really are 'necessaries' versus luxuries? When visitors arrive these guests stoop to either 'smuggling' in their luggage items to avoid having to pay up to 30% of the value, or wear only what they came dressed in. The hosts are equally hypocritical, but all parties accuse the others of cheating. How will the education fund fare? Will the guest leave in a huff? Find out! (summary by Arnold Banner) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheerful-smugglers-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
saving baby s education young family disciplined regularly put money pig bank why put tariff items coming house like u s government does did items coming country devil details taxing items brought visitors housemaid taxable item items really necessaries versus luxuries visitors arrive guests stoop either smuggling luggage items avoid pay 30 value wear came dressed in hosts equally hypocritical parties accuse others cheating education fund fare guest leave huff find out summary arnold banner p |
| 8790 |
8727 |
9351 |
In Flanders Fields (version 2) |
John McCrae |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you fifteen readings of In Flanders Fields, one of the more famous poems written during the First World War. John McCrae was a poet and physician from Guelph, Ontario. His close friend, Alexis Helmer, was killed during the battle on May 2. McCrae performed the burial service himself, at which time he noted how poppies quickly grew around the graves of those who died at Ypres. The next day, he composed the poem while sitting in the back of an ambulance. Summary by Rachel, adapted from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-flanders-fields-by-john-mccrae-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring fifteen readings flanders fields one famous poems written first world war john mccrae poet physician guelph ontario close friend alexis helmer killed battle may 2 mccrae performed burial service himself time noted poppies quickly grew around graves died ypres next day composed poem sitting back ambulance summary rachel adapted wikipedia p |
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8728 |
9352 |
?לאן (Whither?) |
מרדכי זאב פיארברג Mordecai Ze'ev Feierberg |
Literary Fiction |
Mordecai Ze’ev Feierberg was a Jewish Hebrew writer in Russia. He was attracted to enlightenment and to medieval Hebrew poetry. Feierberg was one of the announcers of symbolism in the Hebrew literature. He published short stories in the Hebrew newspapers, but his main work was the novel “Whither?” that was published shortly after his death. It follows the vacillations of a young man concerning faith, enlightenment, people and destiny. His answer to the question “Whither?” was the land of Israel. This work became central to Zionist thought. Feierberg died young of tuberculosis. (Translated from Hebrew Wikipedia by Omri Lernau)</p> |
Hebrew |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/whither-by-mordecai-zeev-feierberg/ |
mordecai ze ev feierberg jewish hebrew writer russia attracted enlightenment medieval hebrew poetry feierberg one announcers symbolism hebrew literature published short stories hebrew newspapers main work novel whither published shortly death follows vacillations young man concerning faith enlightenment people destiny answer question whither land israel work became central zionist thought feierberg died young tuberculosis translated hebrew wikipedia omri lernau p |
| 8792 |
8729 |
9353 |
Bab Ballads (version 2) |
W. S. Gilbert |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry, Ballads |
The Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert developed his unique "topsy-turvy" style, where the humor was derived by setting up a ridiculous premise and working out its logical consequences, however absurd. The Ballads also reveal Gilbert's cynical and satirical approach to humor. They became famous on their own, as well as being a source for plot elements, characters and songs that Gilbert would recycle in the Gilbert and Sullivan operas. The Bab Ballads take their name from Gilbert's childhood nickname, and he later began to sign his illustrations "Bab".</p>\n\nNothing else quite like the Ballads has ever been produced in the English language. They contain both satire and nonsense, as well as a great deal of utter absurdity. The Ballads were read aloud at private dinner-parties, public banquets and even in the House of Lords. Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bab-ballads-by-w-s-gilbert-2/ |
bab ballads collection light verse w s gilbert illustrated comic drawings gilbert wrote ballads became famous comic opera librettos arthur sullivan writing bab ballads gilbert developed unique topsy turvy style humor derived setting ridiculous premise working logical consequences however absurd ballads also reveal gilbert s cynical satirical approach humor became famous own well source plot elements characters songs gilbert would recycle gilbert sullivan operas bab ballads take name gilbert s childhood nickname later began sign illustrations bab p nothing else quite like ballads ever produced english language contain satire nonsense well great deal utter absurdity ballads read aloud private dinner parties public banquets even house lords summary wikipedia phil chenevert p |
| 8793 |
8730 |
9354 |
Adventures of Peter Cottontail |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
This is the story of Peter Rabbit, a mischievous, but cautious, lagomorph who lives in the Green Meadows. Peter Rabbit begins his adventures with a quest for a new name, since his name is far too common for his taste. Having a new name is not quite what he thought it would be, however, and soon he is on to new exploits like outsmarting Reddy Fox and discovering where all his friends spend the winter. This tale co-stars Reddy Fox, Jerry Muskrat, Unc' Billy Possum, Jimmy Skunk, Ol' Mistah Buzzard, Bowser the Hound, and many more of Thornton W. Burgess' delightful characters. Summary by Jill Engle</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-peter-cottontail-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
story peter rabbit mischievous cautious lagomorph lives green meadows peter rabbit begins adventures quest new name since name far common taste new name quite thought would be however soon new exploits like outsmarting reddy fox discovering friends spend winter tale co stars reddy fox jerry muskrat unc billy possum jimmy skunk ol mistah buzzard bowser hound many thornton w burgess delightful characters summary jill engle p |
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8731 |
9355 |
My Life: The Story of a Provincial |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
A provincial youth of wealth and noble status refuses to employ himself in the typical occupations of the higher classes, thus acquiring a reputation as a lazy good-for-nothing. In reality, he is intensely sensitive to the injustices perpetrated by his social class upon the working classes of town and country, and resolves to become a common laborer, taking employment as a house painter and ikon gilder. All classes of society around him respond to this revolutionary action with bewilderment and ridicule, even the lowest workmen feeling threatened by this insolent shaking of the cosmic structure. Possibly Chekhov's most passionate outcry against the corruption and hypocrisy of every class of conventional society, "My Life" resonates with an Ibsenesque outrage and frustration of powerful relevance to twenty-first century life. (Summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/my-life-the-story-of-a-provincial-by-anton-chekhov/ |
provincial youth wealth noble status refuses employ typical occupations higher classes thus acquiring reputation lazy good for nothing reality intensely sensitive injustices perpetrated social class upon working classes town country resolves become common laborer taking employment house painter ikon gilder classes society around respond revolutionary action bewilderment ridicule even lowest workmen feeling threatened insolent shaking cosmic structure possibly chekhov s passionate outcry corruption hypocrisy every class conventional society my life resonates ibsenesque outrage frustration powerful relevance twenty first century life summary expatriate p |
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8732 |
9356 |
Black Amazon of Mars (Version 3) |
Leigh Douglass Brackett |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction |
In his final adventure on Mars, Eric John Stark acquires a relic of an ancient Martian hero, a gem or lens which is believed to be the key to the strength of Kushat, the city that guards the Gates of Death in the frozen north. A brief inspection of the artifact plunges Stark into the mind of its creator, where he sees, through those long-dead eyes, the unutterably ancient, beautiful, and evil Martian race who are imprisoned in the ice beyond the Gates of Death, alive and plotting to reclaim Mars for themselves and to extend the ice, their world, around the whole planet. Falling into the hands of roving outlaws, Stark survives torture and overcomes his cruel torturer, thereby winning the respect of the leader, who wears black clothing and a fearful mask. After a daring escape, Stark makes his way to Kushat, with the double intent of restoring the artifact and warning the city that the outlaw band intends to attack it. He finds both tasks difficult but at length succeeds in persuading the city officials of the danger. The battle which ensues costs both sides dearly, and it also precipitates the main action of the novel, for a citizen flees the falling city intent upon opening the Gates of Death in the hope that whatever lies beyond will overwhelm the invaders. Stark pursues him, still carrying the ancient amulet, and is himself pursued by the now unmasked, black-clad leader of the outlaw band. Finally three antagonists find themselves bound together in a struggle with the ancients for possession of the planet Mars. (This story was later expanded in book form under the title <i>People of the Talisman</i> 1964.) - Summary by T. A. Copeland</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/black-amazon-of-mars-version-3-by-leigh-douglass-brackett/ |
final adventure mars eric john stark acquires relic ancient martian hero gem lens believed key strength kushat city guards gates death frozen north brief inspection artifact plunges stark mind creator sees long dead eyes unutterably ancient beautiful evil martian race imprisoned ice beyond gates death alive plotting reclaim mars extend ice world around whole planet falling hands roving outlaws stark survives torture overcomes cruel torturer thereby winning respect leader wears black clothing fearful mask daring escape stark makes way kushat double intent restoring artifact warning city outlaw band intends attack it finds tasks difficult length succeeds persuading city officials danger battle ensues costs sides dearly also precipitates main action novel citizen flees falling city intent upon opening gates death hope whatever lies beyond overwhelm invaders stark pursues him still carrying ancient amulet pursued unmasked black clad leader outlaw band finally three antagonists find bound together struggle ancients possession planet mars this story later expanded book form title i people talisman i 1964 summary t a copeland p |
| 8796 |
8733 |
9357 |
That Office Boy |
Francis J. Finn |
Family, Religion |
A new story by Father Finn! It will be glad news to many to learn that Father Finn has found time from his many duties to write a new story, and such a story! From the opening chapter to the last page of the book the interest never lags. The plot is very simple, turning on a prize contest for pianos offered by certain newspapers to the school, society or club that receives the greatest number of coupons. Of course, this calls for keen competition on the part of the young people of the city, and it is in this contest that Michael Desmond, "That Office Boy," figures prominently. The characters in the book are just those people that Father Finn delights in drawing—people that we meet every day, that we know intimately—good, straightforward folks and others, too, that we would not care to associate with. What the result of the contest is, who the successful competitors are, must be learned by reading the story.<br><br>\n\nOf course, there is a strain of Father Finn's delightful humor running through the book, with here and there a touch of genuine pathos that brings the tears to our eyes. Father Finn has so long been recognized as a master of fiction that he needs no words of commendation. Suffice it that "That Office Boy" is the equal of anything he has ever written. - Summary by American Catholic Quarterly Review<br><br> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/that-office-boy-by-francis-j-finn/ |
new story father finn glad news many learn father finn found time many duties write new story story opening chapter last page book interest never lags plot simple turning prize contest pianos offered certain newspapers school society club receives greatest number coupons course calls keen competition part young people city contest michael desmond that office boy figures prominently characters book people father finn delights drawing people meet every day know intimately good straightforward folks others too would care associate with result contest is successful competitors are must learned reading story br br course strain father finn s delightful humor running book touch genuine pathos brings tears eyes father finn long recognized master fiction needs words commendation suffice that office boy equal anything ever written summary american catholic quarterly review br br |
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8734 |
9358 |
Fábulas literarias |
Tomás de Iriarte |
Satire, Poetry, Single author |
Las Fábulas literarias es la obra más conocida del fabulista Tomás de Iriarte. Consiste en una colección de poemas satíricas y morales escritas con una estética definitivamente neoclásica. Según la Advertencia del editor (en la edición de 1782): “esta es la primera coleccion de fábulas enteramente originales que se ha publicado en castellano [y] la doctrina que sobre uno y otro punto encierran estos apólogos, va amenizada con la variedad de versificacion”. - Summary by Catherine Grissom |
Spanish |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fabulas-literarias-by-tomas-de-iriarte/ |
las fábulas literarias es la obra más conocida del fabulista tomás de iriarte consiste en una colección de poemas satíricas morales escritas con una estética definitivamente neoclásica según la advertencia del editor en la edición de 1782 esta es la primera coleccion de fábulas enteramente originales que se ha publicado en castellano y la doctrina que sobre uno otro punto encierran estos apólogos va amenizada con la variedad de versificacion summary catherine grissom |
| 8798 |
8735 |
9359 |
Jungle Book (Version 3) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Animals & Nature |
<p> A story of a boy who raised by Indian wolves becomes lord of the jungle. <p> (Summary by Jessie Yun) <p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-book-by-rudyard-kipling-3/ |
p story boy raised indian wolves becomes lord jungle p summary jessie yun p |
| 8799 |
8736 |
9360 |
Falsches Geld |
Arthur Zapp |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Kriminalroman nach den Mitteilungen eines Kriminalkommissars (Untertitel)<br>\nArthur Zapp war ein „Vielschreiber“, der zu seinen Lebzeiten sehr bekannt war und auch viel gelesen wurde. Eine gewisse Trivialität ist seinen Werken nicht abzusprechen.<br>\nIm vorliegenden Roman beschreibt Zapp detailliert und spannend die Ermittlungs- und Auflkärungsarbeiten zur Aushebung eines Falschmünzerringes.<br>\nDie Möglichkeiten der Kriminalpolizei waren um die Wende vom 19. zum 20. Jahrhundert entsprechenden dem damaligen technischen Entwicklungsstand sehr beschränkt.<br>\nObservation von Personen und Objekten, Vernehmung von Straftätern, Analyse von Strafprozessakten und der Einsatz verdeckter Ermittler waren zu einer Zeit, in der die Kriminal- und Kommunikationstechnik noch in den Kinderschuhen steckten, die erfolgversprechendsten Aktivitäten zur Verbrechensaufklärung.<br>\nDer Roman macht deutlich, dass die Kriminalbeamten – oft unter Zurücksetzen privater Interessen – mit viel Ausdauer und operativem Geschick arbeiten mussten, um Verbrechen, die von ebenfalls geschickten, gut organisierten Verbrechern begangen wurden, aufzuklären. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich) </p> |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/falsches-geld-by-arthur-zapp/ |
kriminalroman nach den mitteilungen eines kriminalkommissars untertitel br arthur zapp war ein vielschreiber der zu seinen lebzeiten sehr bekannt war und auch viel gelesen wurde eine gewisse trivialität ist seinen werken nicht abzusprechen br im vorliegenden roman beschreibt zapp detailliert und spannend die ermittlungs und auflkärungsarbeiten zur aushebung eines falschmünzerringes br die möglichkeiten der kriminalpolizei waren um die wende vom 19 zum 20 jahrhundert entsprechenden dem damaligen technischen entwicklungsstand sehr beschränkt br observation von personen und objekten vernehmung von straftätern analyse von strafprozessakten und der einsatz verdeckter ermittler waren zu einer zeit der die kriminal und kommunikationstechnik noch den kinderschuhen steckten die erfolgversprechendsten aktivitäten zur verbrechensaufklärung br der roman macht deutlich dass die kriminalbeamten oft unter zurücksetzen privater interessen mit viel ausdauer und operativem geschick arbeiten mussten um verbrechen die von ebenfalls geschickten gut organisierten verbrechern begangen wurden aufzuklären zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
| 8800 |
8737 |
9361 |
Christmas Stories from French and Spanish Writers |
Pedro Antonio de Alarcón y Ariza |
Published 1800 -1900, Anthologies |
Fifteen short stories by Antoinette Ogden from French and Spanish writers of many times. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-stories-from-french-and-spanish-writers-by-pedro-antonio-de-alarcon-y-ariza/ |
fifteen short stories antoinette ogden french spanish writers many times summary david wales |
| 8801 |
8738 |
9362 |
Pascha von Buda |
Heinrich Zschokke |
Historical Fiction |
Eine Freundschaft zwischen zwei jungen Männern ungleicher Herkunft und Chancen, die sich durch alle Unbilden der Zeit und des Schicksals, durch Krieg und die gemeinsame Liebe zur Freundin Helene nicht trennen lässt. Als die Türken kurz vor Wien stehen, kommt es noch einmal zur alles entscheidenden Zerreißprobe.<br>\n(Zusammenfassung von Ramona Deininger-Schnabel) </p>\n |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/der-pascha-von-buda-by-heinrich-zschokke/ |
eine freundschaft zwischen zwei jungen männern ungleicher herkunft und chancen die sich durch alle unbilden der zeit und des schicksals durch krieg und die gemeinsame liebe zur freundin helene nicht trennen lässt als die türken kurz vor wien stehen kommt es noch einmal zur alles entscheidenden zerreißprobe br zusammenfassung von ramona deininger schnabel p |
| 8802 |
8739 |
9363 |
History of Company B 307th Infantry |
Julius Klausner, jr |
War & Military |
The history of Company B, 307 Infantry's participation in The First World War. A part of the 77th Division it trained at Camp Upton, New York before leaving for France. - Summary by Bill 2147</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-company-b-307th-infantry-by-julius-klausner-jr/ |
history company b 307 infantry s participation first world war part 77th division trained camp upton new york leaving france summary bill 2147 p |
| 8803 |
8740 |
9364 |
Oh! Can You Leave Your Native Land? |
Susanna Moodie |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you ten recordings of Oh! Can You Leave Your Native Land? by Susanna Moodie. This was the weekly poem for the week of November 16, 2014. Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oh-can-you-leave-your-native-land-by-susanna-moodie/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten recordings oh leave native land susanna moodie weekly poem week november 16 2014 summary rachel p |
| 8804 |
8741 |
9365 |
A.E.F.: With General Pershing and the American Forces |
Heywood Broun |
War & Military |
In 1917, the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) arrived in Europe to fight alongside the French and British allied forces. American journalist Heywood Broun followed the AEF and reported on their experiences. He published these sketches in book form in 1918. This project is part of the ongoing commemoration by Librivox volunteers of the centenary of World War I. (Summary by MaryAnn)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-aef-with-general-pershing-and-the-american-forces-by-heywood-broun/ |
1917 american expeditionary forces aef arrived europe fight alongside french british allied forces american journalist heywood broun followed aef reported experiences published sketches book form 1918 project part ongoing commemoration librivox volunteers centenary world war i summary maryann p |
| 8805 |
8742 |
9366 |
Studies About Trees |
Jacob Joshua Levison |
Nature |
In this work Levison aims to create a book that allows beginners to be able to understand how to identify trees, as well as to give information of their structure and uses. Once these topics are addressed, he then moves into concepts of care, planting and forestry. - Summary by KHand</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/studies-about-trees-by-jacob-joshua-levison/ |
work levison aims create book allows beginners able understand identify trees well give information structure uses topics addressed moves concepts care planting forestry summary khand p |
| 8806 |
8761 |
9385 |
Сочинения |
Evgeny Baratynsky |
Single author |
Собрание стихов, прозы, и очерков одного из самых ярких, загадочных и недооцененных поэтов в русской литературе. Незаслуженно забытый после смерти, начиная с конца ХХ века поэт переживает второе рождение, в частности благодаря усилиям Иосифа Бродского и Александра Кушнера. В приложении содержится биографический очерк Модеста Гофмана.<br></br>\n<b>Writings</b></br>\nCollection of poetry and prose. Baratynsky was lauded by Alexander Pushkin as the finest Russian elegiac poet. After a long period when his reputation was on the wane, Baratynsky was rediscovered by Anna Akhmatova and Joseph Brodsky as a supreme poet of thought. A biographical essay by Modest Hoffman is included in the Appendix. (Wikipedia and M.Chulsky) </p> |
Russian |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-and-prose-by-evgeny-baratynsky/ |
собрание стихов прозы и очерков одного из самых ярких загадочных и недооцененных поэтов в русской литературе незаслуженно забытый после смерти начиная с конца хх века поэт переживает второе рождение в частности благодаря усилиям иосифа бродского и александра кушнера в приложении содержится биографический очерк модеста гофмана br br b writings b br collection poetry prose baratynsky lauded alexander pushkin finest russian elegiac poet long period reputation wane baratynsky rediscovered anna akhmatova joseph brodsky supreme poet thought biographical essay modest hoffman included appendix wikipedia m chulsky p |
| 8807 |
8743 |
9367 |
Weird Tales |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
This recording includes both volumes of E. T. A. Hoffmann's Weird Tales, a collection of gothic novellas set in Germany, Italy, and some of the wilder parts of Europe. What there is of the supernatural in these tales is introduced with great subtlety if at all; most of the stories draw their "weirdness" from extraordinary characters, circumstances, or coincidences rather than from the paranormal, working out dark passions in dark settings. There are two themes dominating almost every one of these stories: not only the passion of young tragic love, but also a passion for Art in its every manifestation. With an almost religious fervor, Hoffmann builds each of his stories on a veneration for poetry, painting, craftsmanship, music. It is perhaps this passion for Art for Art's sake that made the stories of Hoffmann so profoundly influential on later writers, from the Bronte sisters of England to the Serapion Brethren and Marina Tsvetaeva of revolutionary Russia. (Summary by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/weird-tales-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
recording includes volumes e t a hoffmann s weird tales collection gothic novellas set germany italy wilder parts europe supernatural tales introduced great subtlety all stories draw weirdness extraordinary characters circumstances coincidences rather paranormal working dark passions dark settings two themes dominating almost every one stories passion young tragic love also passion art every manifestation almost religious fervor hoffmann builds stories veneration poetry painting craftsmanship music perhaps passion art art s sake made stories hoffmann profoundly influential later writers bronte sisters england serapion brethren marina tsvetaeva revolutionary russia summary expatriate p |
| 8808 |
8744 |
9368 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 026 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-026/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 8809 |
8745 |
9369 |
Kentucky's Famous Feuds and Tragedies |
Charles G. Mutzenberg |
Modern (19th C) |
As this book will show, there have been a variety of clashes and feuds which have taken place in and near Kentucky over the years, primarily in the 19th century. The most renowned of these was that between the Hatfield and McCoy clans, which is delved into with great detail herein. This is not to downplay some of the other family feuds which occurred however, most of which have not attained the notoriety of the aforementioned. Take a ride through some of Kentucky's Famous Feuds and Tragedies, and begin with the Hatfields and the McCoys. - Summary by Roger Melin</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/kentuckys-famous-feuds-and-tragedies-by-charles-g-mutzenberg/ |
book show variety clashes feuds taken place near kentucky years primarily 19th century renowned hatfield mccoy clans delved great detail herein downplay family feuds occurred however attained notoriety aforementioned take ride kentucky s famous feuds tragedies begin hatfields mccoys summary roger melin p |
| 8810 |
8746 |
9370 |
Cycling in the Alps |
C. L. Freeston |
Travel & Geography |
A guide to cycling in the European Alps in the days before surfaced roads and automobile tourism. As the author explains, the spectacular views are well worth the effort of pushing your bicycle up the passes and perfectly safe as long as your cycle is equipped with brakes. Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/cycling-in-the-alps-by-c-l-freeston/ |
guide cycling european alps days surfaced roads automobile tourism author explains spectacular views well worth effort pushing bicycle passes perfectly safe long cycle equipped brakes summary phil benson p |
| 8811 |
8747 |
9371 |
Marion Fay |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Marion Fay (1882) offers a pair of romances, each involving a match between one titled personage and one commoner. The misalliances lead to the typical strains between parental desires and romantic wishes of the young. The novel’s primary characters have such noble dispositions that Trollope was impelled to create several far more interesting minor characters who either threaten mayhem or provide amusing diversions. (summary by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/marion-fay-by-anthony-trollope/ |
marion fay 1882 offers pair romances involving match one titled personage one commoner misalliances lead typical strains parental desires romantic wishes young novel s primary characters noble dispositions trollope impelled create several far interesting minor characters either threaten mayhem provide amusing diversions summary arnold banner p |
| 8812 |
8748 |
9372 |
Lausbubengeschichten |
Ludwig Thoma |
Humorous Fiction |
Humorvoll berichtet der Schüler Ludwig von seinen Streichen wider Scheinheiligkeit und falsche Autorität in Bayern zur Zeit König Ludwigs. - Zusammenfassung von KlausN</p> |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/lausbubengeschichten-by-ludwig-thoma/ |
humorvoll berichtet der schüler ludwig von seinen streichen wider scheinheiligkeit und falsche autorität bayern zur zeit könig ludwigs zusammenfassung von klausn p |
| 8813 |
8749 |
9373 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 018 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 18 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-018-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 18 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 8814 |
8750 |
9374 |
Tolstoy |
L. Winstanley |
*Non-fiction |
Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910) is universally regarded as one of the greatest authors in history. This brief biography discusses, among other things, Tolstoy's childhood, married life, contemporaries, travels, and his strongly held opinions concerning religion and class privilege. Individual chapters are devoted to War and Peace and Anna Karenina. The former, with its vivid character portrayals and great historical, political, and military insight, is considered by many to be the world's greatest novel. Another chapter is devoted to Tolstoy's other notable works, and the book concludes with a consideration of his lasting influence. </p>\n\nThe book, published in 1914, contains a bibliography listing works about and by Tolstoy. L. Winstanley was a lecturer in English at the University College at Wales. --Adapted by Lee Smalley |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tolstoy-by-l-winstanley/ |
leo tolstoy 1828 1910 universally regarded one greatest authors history brief biography discusses among things tolstoy s childhood married life contemporaries travels strongly held opinions concerning religion class privilege individual chapters devoted war peace anna karenina former vivid character portrayals great historical political military insight considered many world s greatest novel another chapter devoted tolstoy s notable works book concludes consideration lasting influence p book published 1914 contains bibliography listing works tolstoy l winstanley lecturer english university college wales adapted lee smalley |
| 8815 |
8754 |
9378 |
Genius |
Theodore Dreiser |
General Fiction, Romance |
"The only figure of literary repute who ever rated The "Genius" as first among the novels of Theodore Dreiser was Theodore Dreiser," literary historian Larzer Ziff observed. His fifth published novel, The "Genius" was actually the third novel Dreiser began work on and, as his most autobiographical work, remained the novel closest to his heart. He worked on it in stages over a four-year period. The credit he felt he deserved (and did not receive) for his honesty about sexual urges and damaged relationships and his original publisher's decision not to stand by the novel in the face of criticism contributed to his lifelong feeling that the book had never been given its due. After An American Tragedy, it is his longest book; the final draft ran to over 700 pages in a close-set type. While the protagonist of the book is in many ways a portrait of its author, Dreiser also loosely based Eugene Witla on some of the painters, artists working in an Ashcan realist style, whom he knew in New York at the time and whose studios he visited. The most likely candidate for a model is Everett Shinn, who painted urban scenes of the kind attributed to Witla and who was known as a promiscuous man.\n\nThe novel is divided intro three sections: "Youth," "Struggle," and "Revolt." In Book I, Eugene Witla (like Sister Carrie, in Dreiser's earlier novel) escapes the confines of the small town in Illinois where he has been raised to make his way in Chicago. There he studies painting at the Chicago Art Institute and enjoys the excitement of the city and his first sexual experiences. He becomes engaged to a young woman, Angela Blue, with whom he is intimate before their marriage but, at all times, he finds it difficult to remain faithful. A life based on monogamy seems beyond him. In Book II, Eugene and Angela move to New York City, where he makes a name for himself in the art world as an urban realist but finds his marriage with the increasingly conventional Angela painfully limiting. They travel to Europe, he suffers a breakdown, and they return to New York where Eugene attempts to make a better living in the advertising world. Book III chronicles the deterioration of Eugene and Angela's marriage as he begins an affair with Suzanne Dale. (wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-genius-by-theodore-dreiser/ |
the figure literary repute ever rated genius first among novels theodore dreiser theodore dreiser literary historian larzer ziff observed fifth published novel genius actually third novel dreiser began work and autobiographical work remained novel closest heart worked stages four year period credit felt deserved and receive honesty sexual urges damaged relationships original publisher s decision stand novel face criticism contributed lifelong feeling book never given due american tragedy longest book final draft ran 700 pages close set type protagonist book many ways portrait author dreiser also loosely based eugene witla painters artists working ashcan realist style knew new york time whose studios visited likely candidate model everett shinn painted urban scenes kind attributed witla known promiscuous man novel divided intro three sections youth struggle revolt book i eugene witla like sister carrie dreiser s earlier novel escapes confines small town illinois raised make way chicago studies painting chicago art institute enjoys excitement city first sexual experiences becomes engaged young woman angela blue intimate marriage but times finds difficult remain faithful life based monogamy seems beyond him book ii eugene angela move new york city makes name art world urban realist finds marriage increasingly conventional angela painfully limiting travel europe suffers breakdown return new york eugene attempts make better living advertising world book iii chronicles deterioration eugene angela s marriage begins affair suzanne dale wikipedia p |
| 8816 |
8755 |
9379 |
Study In Scarlet (Version 6) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Detective Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
A Study in Scarlet is a detective mystery novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, introducing his new characters, "consulting detective" Sherlock Holmes and his friend and chronicler, Dr. John Watson, who later became two of the most famous characters in literature.</p>\n\nConan Doyle wrote the story in 1886, and it was published the following year. The book's title derives from a speech given by Holmes to Doctor Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story's murder investigation as his "study in scarlet": "There's the scarlet thread of murder running through the colourless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it." (A "study" is a preliminary drawing, sketch or painting done in preparation for a finished piece.)\n - Summary by David Clarke</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-scarlet-version-6-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
study scarlet detective mystery novel written sir arthur conan doyle introducing new characters consulting detective sherlock holmes friend chronicler dr john watson later became two famous characters literature p conan doyle wrote story 1886 published following year book s title derives speech given holmes doctor watson nature work describes story s murder investigation study scarlet there s scarlet thread murder running colourless skein life duty unravel it isolate it expose every inch it a study preliminary drawing sketch painting done preparation finished piece summary david clarke p |
| 8817 |
8756 |
9380 |
Little Folded Hands |
Anonymous |
Religion |
Christian prayers for children to be said at mealtime, bedtime, special occasions and more. Summary by JP4KJV</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-folded-hands-by-anonymous/ |
christian prayers children said mealtime bedtime special occasions more summary jp4kjv p |
| 8818 |
8757 |
9381 |
Celebrity |
Winston Churchill |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Satirizes the rise of a young novelist (thought to be Richard Harding Davis, but denied as such by Churchill). - Summary by Joseph Tabler</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-celebrity-by-winston-churchill/ |
satirizes rise young novelist thought richard harding davis denied churchill summary joseph tabler p |
| 8819 |
8758 |
9382 |
Story of Rimini |
Leigh Hunt |
Poetry |
A long poem telling the tragic story of Francesca da Rimini, the duped and adulterous bride, inspired by the character in Dante's Inferno. Published in 1816 and dedicated to Lord Byron, it is considered the pinnacle of Hunt's poetic achievements. Hunt, though having fine artistic sensibilities, was not placed among the first rank of lyric poets, many of whom he championed however. The Story of Rimini was written in prison, where he spent two years for slander of the Prince Regent, and is dramatically and vividly told, with much evocative scene-setting and careful portrayal of emotional conflicts. ( Peter Tucker)</p> |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-rimini-by-leigh-hunt/ |
long poem telling tragic story francesca da rimini duped adulterous bride inspired character dante s inferno published 1816 dedicated lord byron considered pinnacle hunt s poetic achievements hunt though fine artistic sensibilities placed among first rank lyric poets many championed however story rimini written prison spent two years slander prince regent dramatically vividly told much evocative scene setting careful portrayal emotional conflicts peter tucker p |
| 8820 |
8759 |
9383 |
White Peacock |
D. H. Lawrence |
Historical Fiction |
<p>Lawrence’s first novel is set in Nethermere (his name for the real-life Eastwood in Nottinghamshire). The plot is narrated by Cyril Beardsall and focuses in particular on the relationship of his sister Lettie with two admirers, the more handsome and down to earth George and the more effete gentleman Leslie. She eventually marries Leslie although she is sexually attracted to George. George marries the conventional Meg and both marriages end in unhappiness.<br>\nThe countryside of the English midlands is beautifully evoked and there is powerful description also of the impact of industrialisation on both town and country.\n(Summary by Simon Evers)<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-peacock-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
p lawrence s first novel set nethermere his name real life eastwood nottinghamshire plot narrated cyril beardsall focuses particular relationship sister lettie two admirers handsome earth george effete gentleman leslie eventually marries leslie although sexually attracted george george marries conventional meg marriages end unhappiness br countryside english midlands beautifully evoked powerful description also impact industrialisation town country summary simon evers p |
| 8821 |
8760 |
9384 |
Bible (DBY) NT 02: Mark |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-dby-nt-02-mark-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
| 8822 |
8776 |
9400 |
Cuentos de la Alhambra |
Washington Irving |
Art, Design & Architecture |
Colección de ensayos e historias del viaje que Washington Irving realizó en 1828 a Granada, acompañado por el guía Mateo Jiménez. Una placa conmemorativa en la Alhambra recuerda que Washington Irving escribió allí mismo sus cuentos. (summary by tux) </p> |
Spanish |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-la-alhambra-by-washington-irving/ |
colección de ensayos e historias del viaje que washington irving realizó en 1828 granada acompañado por el guía mateo jiménez una placa conmemorativa en la alhambra recuerda que washington irving escribió allí mismo sus cuentos summary tux p |
| 8823 |
8762 |
9386 |
book of camping and woodcraft : a guidebook for those who travel in the wilderness |
Horace Kephart |
Nature, Travel & Geography |
In the Introduction to Camping and Woodcraft, Horace Kephart wrote: “My one aim in writing this little book is to make it of practical service to those who seek rest or sport in the wilderness, or whose business calls them thither.” The author further described the content of this book: “In the following chapters I offer some suggestions on outfitting, making camps, dressing and keeping game and fish, camp cookery, forest travel, how to avoid getting lost, and what to do if one does get lost, living off the country, what the different species of trees are good for (from a camper's viewpoint), backwoods handicrafts in wood, bark, skins and other raw materials, the treatment of wounds and other injuries, and some other branches of woodcraft that may be of service when one is far from shops and from hired help.” Camping and Woodcraft was his first book and is actually a collection of articles that had been published in Field and Stream magazine.<br><br>Horace Kephart, born in 1862, was raised in Pennsylvania and Iowa then trained as a librarian at Cornell University. He worked in St Louis near the Ozark mountains for a portion of his life (1890 – 1904) then moved to western North Carolina where he lived near Hazel Creek in the Great Smoky Mountains then near Bryson City. Kephart was a campaigner for the establishment of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, which was created in 1926. He was the author of a number of books and articles on the outdoors. (Summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan, based on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace_Kephart">wikipedia - Horace Kephart</a>)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-camping-and-woodcraft-by-horace-kephart/ |
introduction camping woodcraft horace kephart wrote my one aim writing little book make practical service seek rest sport wilderness whose business calls thither author described content book in following chapters offer suggestions outfitting making camps dressing keeping game fish camp cookery forest travel avoid getting lost one get lost living country different species trees good from camper s viewpoint backwoods handicrafts wood bark skins raw materials treatment wounds injuries branches woodcraft may service one far shops hired help camping woodcraft first book actually collection articles published field stream magazine br br horace kephart born 1862 raised pennsylvania iowa trained librarian cornell university worked st louis near ozark mountains portion life 1890 1904 moved western north carolina lived near hazel creek great smoky mountains near bryson city kephart campaigner establishment great smoky mountain national park created 1926 author number books articles outdoors summary gail timmerman vaughan based a href https en wikipedia org wiki horace_kephart wikipedia horace kephart a p |
| 8824 |
8763 |
9387 |
Ahnen, Bd. I.1 Ingo |
Gustav Freytag |
Historical Fiction |
Der Vandalenprinz Ingo wird im Jahre 357 von den Römern aus seiner Heimat am Rhein vertrieben und findet Zuflucht bei einem Gastfreund seines Vaters, dem Gaufürsten Answald in Thüringen, doch die Gefolgsleute Answalds sehen den landlosen Fremden nicht gern am Herdfeuer ihres Fürsten. Die Ablehnung nimmt zu, als Ingos Gefolgsleute eintreffen. Als Ingo sich in die Tochter des Gaufürsten verliebt, will auch Answald ihn nicht mehr schützen. Die Römer erfahren von Ingos Aufenthalt und fordern seinen Kopf. Ingo und die Seinen geraten zwischen alle Fronten.\n<br></br>\n"Ingo" ist der Auftakt zu Freytags sechsbändigem Romanzyklus "Die Ahnen", in dem er die Geschicke einer thüringer Familie von der Völkerwanderungszeit bis zur Mitte des 19. Jahrhunderts in acht in sich abgeschlossenen Erzählungen nachzeichnet. Die zweite Erzählung des ersten Bandes, "Ingraban", ist in dieser Aufnahme nicht enthalten.</p> |
German |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/die-ahnen-bd-i1-ingo-by-gustav-freytag/ |
der vandalenprinz ingo wird im jahre 357 von den römern aus seiner heimat rhein vertrieben und findet zuflucht bei einem gastfreund seines vaters dem gaufürsten answald thüringen doch die gefolgsleute answalds sehen den landlosen fremden nicht gern herdfeuer ihres fürsten die ablehnung nimmt zu als ingos gefolgsleute eintreffen als ingo sich die tochter des gaufürsten verliebt auch answald ihn nicht mehr schützen die römer erfahren von ingos aufenthalt und fordern seinen kopf ingo und die seinen geraten zwischen alle fronten br br ingo ist der auftakt zu freytags sechsbändigem romanzyklus die ahnen dem er die geschicke einer thüringer familie von der völkerwanderungszeit bis zur mitte des 19 jahrhunderts acht sich abgeschlossenen erzählungen nachzeichnet die zweite erzählung des ersten bandes ingraban ist dieser aufnahme nicht enthalten p |
| 8825 |
8764 |
9388 |
Lebenssucher |
Lily Braun |
Travel Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Lily Braun, geboren als Amalie von Kretschmann, in erster Ehe Lily von Gizycki, (* 2. Juli 1865 in Halberstadt; † 9. August 1916 in Berlin) war eine deutsche Schriftstellerin, Sozialdemokratin und Frauenrechtlerin (Wikipedia). Der "Lebenssucher" ist der junge Konrad Hochseß, der von zu Hause auszieht, um in Höhen und Tiefen nach dem wahren Sinn des Lebens zu suchen. - Summary by Wikipedia & heeheekitty</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lebenssucher-by-lily-braun/ |
lily braun geboren als amalie von kretschmann erster ehe lily von gizycki 2 juli 1865 halberstadt 9 august 1916 berlin war eine deutsche schriftstellerin sozialdemokratin und frauenrechtlerin wikipedia der lebenssucher ist der junge konrad hochseß der von zu hause auszieht um höhen und tiefen nach dem wahren sinn des lebens zu suchen summary wikipedia heeheekitty p |
| 8826 |
8765 |
9389 |
Harbour Dawn |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 11 readings of Harbour Dawn by L. M. Montgomery. This was the fortnightly poem for November 23 - December 7, 2014. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/harbour-dawn-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 readings harbour dawn l m montgomery fortnightly poem november 23 december 7 2014 summary rachel p |
| 8827 |
8766 |
9390 |
Winter Sport |
Unknown |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 13 readings of Winter Sport, by an unknown author. This was the weekly poem for the week of November 23 - 30, 2014. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/winter-sport-by-unknown/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 readings winter sport unknown author weekly poem week november 23 30 2014 summary rachel p |
| 8828 |
8767 |
9391 |
Little Masterpieces of Science - Health and Healing |
George Iles |
Medical |
One of a series of books, "Little Masterpieces in Science" edited by George Iles, Health and Healing is a collection of articles written by prominent physicians and scientists describing key advances in medicine through the end of the 19th century. Published in 1902, this book includes chapters on Pasteur's work with vaccines, tuberculosis, malaria, pain, eye care, prolonging life and some rules for health. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/health-and-healing-by-george-iles/ |
one series books little masterpieces science edited george iles health healing collection articles written prominent physicians scientists describing key advances medicine end 19th century published 1902 book includes chapters pasteur s work vaccines tuberculosis malaria pain eye care prolonging life rules health summary j m smallheer p |
| 8829 |
8768 |
9392 |
Adventures of Joel Pepper |
Margaret Sidney |
Family |
The Peppers are a family of three boys, two girls, and Mamsie. They are poor, living in their "Little Brown House", but they always manage to be happy. This book comprises the adventures of Joel, the middle Pepper child and the most mischievous. Among other things, Joel encounters a snake, a thief, and a nail pile; puts on a circus; rides on a stagecoach; and gets into a fight on Strawberry Hill! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-joel-pepper-by-margaret-sidney/ |
peppers family three boys two girls mamsie poor living little brown house always manage happy book comprises adventures joel middle pepper child mischievous among things joel encounters snake thief nail pile puts circus rides stagecoach gets fight strawberry hill summary rachel p |
| 8830 |
8784 |
9408 |
Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas |
Fanny Loviot |
Memoirs |
This thrilling narrative recounts the true story of Fanny Loviot, a wealthy, young French girl who was kidnapped at sea. After setting sail for California in 1855, Fanny's boat was overtaken by Chinese pirates who held her hostage and demanded a ransom. This personal account follows her trying time in captivity, as well as her dramatic rescue by British authorities. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/a-ladys-captivity-among-chinese-pirates-in-the-chinese-seas-by-fanny-loviot/ |
thrilling narrative recounts true story fanny loviot wealthy young french girl kidnapped sea setting sail california 1855 fanny s boat overtaken chinese pirates held hostage demanded ransom personal account follows trying time captivity well dramatic rescue british authorities summary mary kay p |
| 8831 |
8769 |
9393 |
Wine of Wizardry |
George Sterling |
Single author |
A dark and moody collection of poems, influenced by the author's experience of nature, rather than an idealized notion of it. "The uncrowned King of Bohemia," as his friends called him, published this work against much public criticism. Summary by Assaf Koss.<br><br><b>Cast List for The Triumph of Bohemia</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Spirit of Bohemia: <a href="6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Mammon: <a href="2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Spirit of Time: <a href="7785">Ian King</a><br>Spirit of the North-Wind: <a href="8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Spirit of the East-Wind, Second Tree Spirit: <a href="9921">April Walters</a><br>Spirit of the West-Wind: <a href="9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Spirit of Fire: <a href="9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>First Woodman: <a href="6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Second Woodman, Spirit of the South-Wind: <a href="9105">James Koss</a><br>First Tree Spirit: <a href="6754">ToddHW</a><br>Third Tree Spirit: <a href="8883">Lydia</a><br><br> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-wine-of-wizardry-by-george-sterling/ |
dark moody collection poems influenced author s experience nature rather idealized notion it the uncrowned king bohemia friends called him published work much public criticism summary assaf koss br br b cast list triumph bohemia b br br narrator a href 3645 maryann a br spirit bohemia a href 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mammon a href 2911 david lawrence a br spirit time a href 7785 ian king a br spirit north wind a href 8425 larry wilson a br spirit east wind second tree spirit a href 9921 april walters a br spirit west wind a href 9001 mary kay a br spirit fire a href 9123 shakira searle a br first woodman a href 6281 beth thomas a br second woodman spirit south wind a href 9105 james koss a br first tree spirit a href 6754 toddhw a br third tree spirit a href 8883 lydia a br br |
| 8832 |
8770 |
9394 |
On the Trail of The Immigrant |
Edward A. Steiner |
Modern (19th C) |
How did the immigrants come to America? Who were they? What Where did they come from? In this book, Edward Steiner tells of the experiences of immigrants from Hungry, Poland, Scandanavia, Germany, Italy and many other countries as they leave everything and board a boat to an unknown future. Steiner was born to a well-to-do Jewish-Slovak-Hungarian family in a Carpathian village, and was educated in Vienna and Heidelberg and immigrated to the United States in 1886. His later American experiences are quite incredible, precisely because it seems that he made every effort not to miss any of the steps of the immigration experiences; not only the familiar sweatshop saga of his fellow east European Jews, but also metal works in Pittsburgh; mining with Poles in Pennsylvania; cropping for the Amish; being Jailed for months for having been indirectly involved in a strike; getting trapped on a railway bridge as the train was running against him; being brutally mugged in Chicago; being shoved off a cattle train car in Ohio while on his way to becoming a rabbi in the East Coast; and finally, finding a warm Christian home in a small Mid-Western town with a pastor and his wife. Ultimately, in this environment, and under the continuing inspiration of Tolstoy, he became a Christian and a pastor himself, and ever active for progressive causes. This is an important book in the history of immigration. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-trail-of-the-immigrant-by-edward-a-steiner/ |
immigrants come america they come from book edward steiner tells experiences immigrants hungry poland scandanavia germany italy many countries leave everything board boat unknown future steiner born well to do jewish slovak hungarian family carpathian village educated vienna heidelberg immigrated united states 1886 later american experiences quite incredible precisely seems made every effort miss steps immigration experiences familiar sweatshop saga fellow east european jews also metal works pittsburgh mining poles pennsylvania cropping amish jailed months indirectly involved strike getting trapped railway bridge train running him brutally mugged chicago shoved cattle train car ohio way becoming rabbi east coast finally finding warm christian home small mid western town pastor wife ultimately environment continuing inspiration tolstoy became christian pastor himself ever active progressive causes important book history immigration summary phil chenevert p |
| 8833 |
8771 |
9395 |
Wonder Book of Bible Stories |
Logan Marshall |
Bibles |
It is with the desire of aiding parents and teachers in telling these stories, and aiding children to understand them, also in the hope that they may be read in many schools, that a few among the many interesting stories in the Bible have been chosen, brought together and as far as necessary simplified to meet the minds of the young. - Introduction by Jesse Lyman Hurlbut inside the book itself.</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonder-book-of-bible-stories-by-logan-marshall/ |
desire aiding parents teachers telling stories aiding children understand them also hope may read many schools among many interesting stories bible chosen brought together far necessary simplified meet minds young introduction jesse lyman hurlbut inside book itself p |
| 8834 |
8772 |
9396 |
ABC of Vegetable Gardening |
Eben Eugene Rexford |
*Non-fiction, Gardening |
This how-to book includes chapters on getting ready, mapping the garden, planting, seeds, early work, house plants, fruits, hot beds and cold frames, and small gardens. There is even a chapter "expressly for women." - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/abc-of-vegetable-gardening-by-eben-eugene-rexford/ |
how to book includes chapters getting ready mapping garden planting seeds early work house plants fruits hot beds cold frames small gardens even chapter expressly women summary bill boerst p |
| 8835 |
8773 |
9397 |
Through Magic Glasses and Other Lectures |
Arabella B. Buckley |
Science |
<p>"The present volume is chiefly intended for those of my young friends who have read, and been interested in, <a href="http://librivox.org/the-fairyland-of-science-by-arabella-buckley/">The Fairyland of Science</a>. It travels over a wide field, pointing out a few of the marvellous facts which can be studied and enjoyed by the help of optical instruments. It will be seen at a glance that any one of the subjects dealt with might be made the study of a lifetime, and that the little information given in each lecture is only enough to make the reader long for more.<br><br>In these days, when moderate-priced instruments and good books and lectures are so easily accessible, I hope some eager minds may be thus led to take up one of the branches of science opened out to us by magic glasses; while those who go no further will at least understand something of the hitherto unseen world which is now being studied by their help.<br><br>The two last lectures wander away from this path, and yet form a natural conclusion to the Magician's lectures to his young Devonshire lads." Arabella B. Buckley </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/through-magic-glasses-and-other-lectures-by-arabella-b-buckley/ |
p the present volume chiefly intended young friends read interested in a href http librivox org the fairyland of science by arabella buckley the fairyland science a travels wide field pointing marvellous facts studied enjoyed help optical instruments seen glance one subjects dealt might made study lifetime little information given lecture enough make reader long more br br in days moderate priced instruments good books lectures easily accessible hope eager minds may thus led take one branches science opened us magic glasses go least understand something hitherto unseen world studied help br br the two last lectures wander away path yet form natural conclusion magician s lectures young devonshire lads arabella b buckley p |
| 8836 |
8774 |
9398 |
Dead Letter |
Metta Victoria Fuller Victor |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Published in 1866, "The Dead Letter: An American Romance" written by Metta Victoria Fuller Victor under the pseudonym, Seeley Regester, is credited by historians of popular literature to be the first full-length American crime fiction novel. The writing is melodramatic in places and includes opinions typical of the time period, but is an enjoyable, early example of the genre. The novel begins with Richard Redfield, a clerk in the "Dead Letter Office," opening an unclaimed letter. Upon reading the contents, he is convinced that the message relates to the events of a night two years prior when another young man was brutally murdered. (summary by J. M. Smallheer) |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-letter-by-metta-victoria-fuller-victor/ |
published 1866 the dead letter american romance written metta victoria fuller victor pseudonym seeley regester credited historians popular literature first full length american crime fiction novel writing melodramatic places includes opinions typical time period enjoyable early example genre novel begins richard redfield clerk dead letter office opening unclaimed letter upon reading contents convinced message relates events night two years prior another young man brutally murdered summary j m smallheer |
| 8837 |
8775 |
9399 |
Unhappy Far-Off Things |
Lord Dunsany |
War & Military |
Better known today for his influential fantasy writings, Lord Dunsany also wrote a number of sketches during World War One. This compilation of essays written from time spent in France in 1916. Much more thoughtful and melancholy than the pieces written for the War Office earlier in the war. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/unhappy-far-off-things-by-lord-dunsany/ |
better known today influential fantasy writings lord dunsany also wrote number sketches world war one compilation essays written time spent france 1916 much thoughtful melancholy pieces written war office earlier war summary alan winterrowd |
| 8838 |
8777 |
9401 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 052 |
Various |
General Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the science and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-052-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest science cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
| 8839 |
8778 |
9402 |
Moral Tales |
Elisabeth Charlotte Pauline Guizot |
Short works |
Short stories written by the first wife of French statesman Francois Guizot for young readers. - Summary by Cate Barratt</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/moral-tales-by-elisabeth-charlotte-pauline-guizot/ |
short stories written first wife french statesman francois guizot young readers summary cate barratt p |
| 8840 |
8779 |
9403 |
Selections from Gems of Poetry, for Girls and Boys |
Unknown |
Poetry |
A short volume of poetry for children. All the selected poems were written by an unknown author. - Summary by Rachel |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-gems-of-poetry-for-girls-and-boys-by-unknown/ |
short volume poetry children selected poems written unknown author summary rachel |
| 8841 |
8780 |
9404 |
Hunting-Song of the Seeonee Pack |
Rudyard Kipling |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of the Hunting-Song of the Seeonee Pack, from The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. This was the weekly poem for the week of November 30, 2014. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/hunting-song-of-the-seeonee-pack-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings hunting song seeonee pack jungle book rudyard kipling weekly poem week november 30 2014 summary rachel p |
| 8842 |
8781 |
9405 |
Cradock Nowell Vol. 1 |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Family Life, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Cradock Nowell: a Tale of the New Forest is a three-volume novel by R. D. Blackmore published in 1866. Set in the New Forest and in London, it follows the fortunes of Cradock Nowell who is thrown out of his family home by his father following the suspicious death of Cradock's twin brother Clayton. It was Blackmore's second novel, and the novel he wrote prior to his most famous work Lorna Doone. ( Wikipedia)<br />\n*Warning: Some listeners may be offended by some of the language. Words that were considered acceptable in the nineteenth century are not always politically correct today. It is Librivox policy to leave the original wording as the author intended.</p>Other volumes in the series:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-2-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 2</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-3-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 3</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-1-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
cradock nowell tale new forest three volume novel r d blackmore published 1866 set new forest london follows fortunes cradock nowell thrown family home father following suspicious death cradock s twin brother clayton blackmore s second novel novel wrote prior famous work lorna doone wikipedia br warning listeners may offended language words considered acceptable nineteenth century always politically correct today librivox policy leave original wording author intended p other volumes series br a href https librivox org cradock nowell vol 2 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 2 a br a href https librivox org cradock nowell vol 3 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 3 a br br |
| 8843 |
8782 |
9406 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 05 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
<p>National Geographic Magazine Volume 5, articles published in 1893. Contents:\n<ul>\n<li>Discoverers of America: Annual Address by the President, Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n<li>The Movements of our Population</li>\n<li>Rainfall Types of the United States: Annual Report by Vice-President General A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>The Natural Bridge of Virginia</li>\n<li>The geographical Position and Height of Mount Saint Elias</li>\n<li>The Improvement of Geographical Teaching</li>\n<li>An undiscovered Island off the northern Coast of Alaska</li>\n<li>The Geologist at Blue Mountain, Maryland</li>\n<li>The great populous Centers of the World</li>\n<li>Our youngest Volcano</li>\n<li>Proceedings of the International Geographic Conference in Chicago, July 27-28, 1893:</li>\n<ul><li>The Relations of Air and Water to Temperature and Life</li>\n<li>The Relations of Geography to History</li>\n<li>Norway and the Vikings</li>\n<li>Geographic Instruction in the public Schools</li>\n<li>The Relations of Geology to Physiography in our educational System</li>\n<li>The Relations of the Gulf Stream and the Labrador Current</li>\n<li>The arid Regions of the United States</li>\n<li>Recent Explorations in Alaska</li>\n<li>The Caravels of Columbus</li>\n<li>In the Wake of Columbus</li>\n<li>Recent Disclosures concerning pre-Columbian Voyages to America in the Archives of the Vatican</li>\n<li>Early Voyages along the northwestern Coast of America</li></u></u> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-05-by-various/ |
p national geographic magazine volume 5 articles published 1893 contents ul li discoverers america annual address president gardiner g hubbard li li the movements population li li rainfall types united states annual report vice president general a w greely li li the natural bridge virginia li li the geographical position height mount saint elias li li the improvement geographical teaching li li an undiscovered island northern coast alaska li li the geologist blue mountain maryland li li the great populous centers world li li our youngest volcano li li proceedings international geographic conference chicago july 27 28 1893 li ul li the relations air water temperature life li li the relations geography history li li norway vikings li li geographic instruction public schools li li the relations geology physiography educational system li li the relations gulf stream labrador current li li the arid regions united states li li recent explorations alaska li li the caravels columbus li li in wake columbus li li recent disclosures concerning pre columbian voyages america archives vatican li li early voyages along northwestern coast america li u u |
| 8844 |
8783 |
9407 |
Poems of American History, The Colonial Era |
Various |
Poetry, Early Modern |
A History through Poetry of the exploration and settling of North American by Europeans. Beginning with Leif Erikson, and continuing through the Age of Exploration to the colonies of Virginia and New Amsterdam, including the arrival of the Puritans, the life of Pocahontas, the persecution of the Quakers, and the horror of the Salem Witch Trials, with works by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, John Greenleaf Whittier, Edward Everett Hale, Benjamin Franklin, William Wordsworth, Julia Ward Howe, and many, many more. This is the first of 5 volumes that cover American History through poetry from the Vikings to WWI. - Summary by Ed Humpal\n<br><br>\nCast List (The Proclamation)\nCole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9515">DomBomadil</a><br>Merry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Kempthorn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8463">Michele Fry</a><br>Marshal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9746">Douglas Taylor</a><br>Upsall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9411">Eileen Tipping</a><br>Christison: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9393">Ed Humpal</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>\n<br><br>\nCast List (The Trial):\nHathorn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9393">Ed Humpal</a><br>Martha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10044">SeekWisdom</a><br>Mary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Corey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9746">Douglas Taylor</a><br>Gloyd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>Narrator, Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-american-history-the-colonial-era-by-various/ |
history poetry exploration settling north american europeans beginning leif erikson continuing age exploration colonies virginia new amsterdam including arrival puritans life pocahontas persecution quakers horror salem witch trials works henry wadsworth longfellow john greenleaf whittier edward everett hale benjamin franklin william wordsworth julia ward howe many many more first 5 volumes cover american history poetry vikings wwi summary ed humpal br br cast list the proclamation cole a href https librivox org reader 9515 dombomadil a br merry a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br kempthorn a href https librivox org reader 8463 michele fry a br marshal a href https librivox org reader 9746 douglas taylor a br upsall a href https librivox org reader 9411 eileen tipping a br christison a href https librivox org reader 9393 ed humpal a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br editor a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br br cast list the trial hathorn a href https librivox org reader 9393 ed humpal a br martha a href https librivox org reader 10044 seekwisdom a br mary a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br corey a href https librivox org reader 9746 douglas taylor a br gloyd a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br narrator editor a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br |
| 8845 |
8785 |
9409 |
Abraham Lincoln: A Commemoration – 15 April 2015 |
Various |
Biography & Autobiography |
April 14-15th, 2015, is the 150th year anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. This is a collection of pieces to mark that occasion. Whitman’s poems, written shortly after the death, express his intense grief. Here are prose pieces that Whitman composed in the years following. Included too are three other eulogies regarded by Lincoln scholars as among the best, as well as a narrative from one of the doctors who attended the dying president and two speeches in the British Parliament. And finally three of the President’s finest compositions. ( summary by david wales) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-commemoration-15-april-2015-by-various/ |
april 14 15th 2015 150th year anniversary president abraham lincoln s assassination collection pieces mark occasion whitman s poems written shortly death express intense grief prose pieces whitman composed years following included three eulogies regarded lincoln scholars among best well narrative one doctors attended dying president two speeches british parliament finally three president s finest compositions summary david wales p |
| 8846 |
8786 |
9410 |
Intimate View of Robert G. Ingersoll |
I. Newton Baker |
Biography & Autobiography |
Written as a tribute to Colonel Robert G. Ingersoll after his death, by Isaac Newton Baker, his secretary of 14 years, and presented to the Ingersoll family. Later expanded and published by the family so the world could learn more about the public and private life, personality, work, thoughts and ideals of the most famous orator of the late 1800's, also dubbed "The Greatest Agnostic Of the Century". - Summary by Michele Fry</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/an-intimate-view-of-robert-g-ingersoll-by-i-newton-baker/ |
written tribute colonel robert g ingersoll death isaac newton baker secretary 14 years presented ingersoll family later expanded published family world could learn public private life personality work thoughts ideals famous orator late 1800 s also dubbed the greatest agnostic century summary michele fry p |
| 8847 |
8787 |
9411 |
Mr. Punch's Model Music-hall Songs & Dramas |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
F. Anstey was the nom de plume of Thomas Anstey Guthrie, a Londoner who was trained for the bar but found success as a writer of humorous pieces for Punch and humorous novels. Mr. Punch's Model Music Hall is a collection of humorous pieces written for Punch, divided into songs and dramas. In his usual fashion, Mr. Anstey captured the tone of his times and then exaggerated whatever was already absurd to entertain and give pointed commentary at the same time. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/mr-punchs-model-music-hall-songs-dramas-by-f-anstey/ |
f anstey nom de plume thomas anstey guthrie londoner trained bar found success writer humorous pieces punch humorous novels mr punch s model music hall collection humorous pieces written punch divided songs dramas usual fashion mr anstey captured tone times exaggerated whatever already absurd entertain give pointed commentary time summary w jenkins p |
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8788 |
9412 |
Sprookjes Verzameld door de Gebroeders Grimm, deel twee |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Short works |
De volledige verzameling van sprookjes, die de gebroeders Grimm samenbrachten. In dit tweede deel staan een aantal zeer bekende sprookjes, maar ook sprookjes die we vergeten zijn. Niet ieder sprookje is tegenwoordig nog geschikt om aan kleine kinderen verteld te worden. - Bart de Leeuw |
Dutch |
1943 |
https://librivox.org/sprookjes-verzameld-door-de-gebroeders-grimm-deel-twee-by-wilhelm-grimm/ |
de volledige verzameling van sprookjes die de gebroeders grimm samenbrachten dit tweede deel staan een aantal zeer bekende sprookjes maar ook sprookjes die vergeten zijn niet ieder sprookje tegenwoordig nog geschikt om aan kleine kinderen verteld te worden bart de leeuw |
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8789 |
9413 |
Poems |
Marietta Holley |
Single author |
This is a collection of poems by Marietta Holley, better known as Josiah Allen's Wife. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-marietta-holley/ |
collection poems marietta holley better known josiah allen s wife summary carolin p |
| 8850 |
8790 |
9414 |
阿Q正傳 (The True Story of Ah Q) |
Xun Lu |
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The True Story of Ah Q (simplified Chinese: 阿Q正传; traditional Chinese: 阿Q正傳) is an episodic novella written by Lu Xun, first published as a serial between December 4, 1921 and February 12, 1922. It was later placed in his first short story collection Call to Arms (吶喊, Nahan) in 1923 and is the longest of the stories in the collection. The piece is generally held to be a masterpiece of modern Chinese literature, since it is considered the first piece of work fully to use Vernacular Chinese after the 1919 May 4th Movement in China.<br /><br />It was first published in the Beijing Morning News supplement as a serial. Originally Lu Xun wrote the story under the name "Ba Ren" ("crude fellow"), and so originally few people knew who wrote Ah Q. The first installment was published on December 4, 1921, and additional installments appeared weekly and/or fortnightly. The final installment was published on February 12, 1922. The story had nine chapters. (Summary from Wikipedia.) |
Chinese |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-true-story-of-ah-q-by-xun-lu/ |
true story ah q simplified chinese 阿q正传 traditional chinese 阿q正傳 episodic novella written lu xun first published serial december 4 1921 february 12 1922 later placed first short story collection call arms 吶喊 nahan 1923 longest stories collection piece generally held masterpiece modern chinese literature since considered first piece work fully use vernacular chinese 1919 may 4th movement china br br it first published beijing morning news supplement serial originally lu xun wrote story name ba ren crude fellow originally people knew wrote ah q first installment published december 4 1921 additional installments appeared weekly and or fortnightly final installment published february 12 1922 story nine chapters summary wikipedia |
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8791 |
9415 |
Mrs. Craddock |
W. Somerset Maugham |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
“I thought it was you I saw coming up the hill,” she said, stretching out her hand.<br><br>\nHe stopped and shook it; the touch of his big, firm fingers made her tremble. His hand was massive and hard as if it were hewn of stone. She looked up at him and smiled.<br><br>\n“Isn’t it cold?” she said. It is terrible to be desirous of saying all sorts of passionate things, while convention debars you from any but the most commonplace. (Excerpts from chapter 1.)<br><br> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-craddock-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
i thought saw coming hill said stretching hand br br stopped shook it touch big firm fingers made tremble hand massive hard hewn stone looked smiled br br isn t cold said terrible desirous saying sorts passionate things convention debars commonplace excerpts chapter 1 br br |
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8894 |
9520 |
Son of the Gods and A Horseman in the Sky |
Ambrose Bierce |
War & Military |
Two short stories from the American Civil War by Ambrose Bierce. The first story is about a brave soldier who follows orders and risks his life without question. The second is about a soldier who falls asleep on guard duty. A mistake punishable by death in Civil War times. - Summary by Bill2147</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/a-son-of-the-gods-and-a-horseman-in-the-sky-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
two short stories american civil war ambrose bierce first story brave soldier follows orders risks life without question second soldier falls asleep guard duty mistake punishable death civil war times summary bill2147 p |
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8792 |
9416 |
Adventures of Old Man Coyote |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The Adventures of Old Man Coyote is another in the long list of children's books by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, the residents of The Green Pasture and The Green Forest are concerned about a strange newcomer, Old Man Coyote. Old Many Coyote matches wits with Old Granny Fox and has encounters with Reddy Fox and Peter Rabbit, and a particularly sharp confrontation with Prickly Porky. - Summary by John Lieder</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-old-man-coyote-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures old man coyote another long list children s books conservationist thornton w burgess book residents green pasture green forest concerned strange newcomer old man coyote old many coyote matches wits old granny fox encounters reddy fox peter rabbit particularly sharp confrontation prickly porky summary john lieder p |
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8793 |
9417 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 4 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
Modern (20th C) |
Carl von Ossietzky (1889-1938), Journalist, Pazifist und Friedensnobelpreisträger [1935], zählte zu den herausragenden Persönlichkeiten in Deutschland zwischen den Weltkriegen. Durch seinen investigativen Journalismus machte er in der Zeitschrift "Die Weltbühne" erstmals auf die Aufrüstung Deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen Spionage verurteilt. <br><br>\n\nDieser vierte Teil seiner gesammelten Schriften umfasst in verschiedenen Zeitschriften und Zeitungen erschienene Artikel über Politik, Geschichte und Kunst. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-4-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky 1889 1938 journalist pazifist und friedensnobelpreisträger 1935 zählte zu den herausragenden persönlichkeiten deutschland zwischen den weltkriegen durch seinen investigativen journalismus machte er der zeitschrift die weltbühne erstmals auf die aufrüstung deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen spionage verurteilt br br dieser vierte teil seiner gesammelten schriften umfasst verschiedenen zeitschriften und zeitungen erschienene artikel über politik geschichte und kunst summary carolin p |
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8794 |
9418 |
Tenterhooks |
Ada Leverson |
Family Life, General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The second of the 'Little Ottleys' trilogy, an Edwardian comedy of manners. Several years have passed since the events in 'Love's Shadow', but Bruce Ottley is as difficult and irksome as ever. His beautiful wife Edith continues to gently manage his foibles, and regards him with a fond tolerance. But then she meets the enchanting - and very handsome - Aylmer Ross. The attraction between them is undeniable, and Edith's quiet serenity is shattered. Could this spell the end for the Ottley's marriage? Feather light, dialogue-packed and often tongue-in-cheek, this is a charming second instalment of a story which - despite its apparent superficiality - shows that Leverson had a keen understanding of human nature and of the society in which she moved. - Summary by Helen Taylor</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tenterhooks-by-ada-leverson/ |
second little ottleys trilogy edwardian comedy manners several years passed since events love s shadow bruce ottley difficult irksome ever beautiful wife edith continues gently manage foibles regards fond tolerance meets enchanting handsome aylmer ross attraction undeniable edith s quiet serenity shattered could spell end ottley s marriage feather light dialogue packed often tongue in cheek charming second instalment story despite apparent superficiality shows leverson keen understanding human nature society moved summary helen taylor p |
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8795 |
9419 |
Shoemaker's Holiday |
Thomas Dekker |
Comedy |
The Shoemaker's Holiday is an Elizabethan play written by Thomas Dekker. It was first performed in 1599 by the Admiral's Men. It falls into the sub-genre of city comedy (depicting ordinary London life).<br><br>Aristocrat Rowland Lacy falls in love with middle class girl Rose Oateley, but Rose's father and Lacy's uncle refuse to approve the match because of the class difference and Rowland's spendthrift lifestyle. Rowland is told to redeem himself by joining the army fighting in France. To avoid going, he persuades someone else to take his place and disguises himself as a Dutch shoemaker, Hans. He becomes an apprentice of eccentric but hard-working tradesman, Simon Eyre, and negotiates a business deal that bags his employer thousands of pounds. Eyre is made Sheriff of London and later, Lord Mayor.<br><br>Meanwhile, another of Eyre's employees, Ralph, leaves for the French wars. He returns to find that his wife, Jane, has been poached by a rich dandy, Hammon. (Wikipedia and Rob Board) <br><br><b>Cast</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nRowland Lacy, otherwise Hans: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nSimon Eyre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br />\nMargery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nRodger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nFirk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9435">Richard Shipp</a><br />\nRalph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9781">Negatron</a><br />\nJane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nSir Roger Oateley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br />\nRose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nSybil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br />\nSir Hugh Lacy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8808">davidpr</a><br />\nDodger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9965">Hannoria</a><br />\nMaster Hammon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br />\nServing man, and those of Hammon's side: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br />\nA boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a><br />\nMaster Warner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nA prentice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nThe King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9809">Andrew Utley</a><br />\nThe Earl of Cornwell, and a nobleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nAskew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br />\nLovell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br />\nA Dutch skipper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nMaster Scott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br />\nThree Men's Songs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br />\nAudio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br /><br> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-shoemakers-holiday-by-thomas-dekker/ |
shoemaker s holiday elizabethan play written thomas dekker first performed 1599 admiral s men falls sub genre city comedy depicting ordinary london life br br aristocrat rowland lacy falls love middle class girl rose oateley rose s father lacy s uncle refuse approve match class difference rowland s spendthrift lifestyle rowland told redeem joining army fighting france avoid going persuades someone else take place disguises dutch shoemaker hans becomes apprentice eccentric hard working tradesman simon eyre negotiates business deal bags employer thousands pounds eyre made sheriff london later lord mayor br br meanwhile another eyre s employees ralph leaves french wars returns find wife jane poached rich dandy hammon wikipedia rob board br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br rowland lacy otherwise hans a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br simon eyre a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br margery a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br rodger a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br firk a href https librivox org reader 9435 richard shipp a br ralph a href https librivox org reader 9781 negatron a br jane a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br sir roger oateley a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br rose a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br sybil a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br sir hugh lacy a href https librivox org reader 8808 davidpr a br dodger a href https librivox org reader 9965 hannoria a br master hammon a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br serving man hammon s side a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br boy a href https librivox org reader 9810 stoofy a br master warner a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br prentice a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br king a href https librivox org reader 9809 andrew utley a br earl cornwell nobleman a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br askew a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br lovell a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br dutch skipper a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br master scott a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br three men s songs a href https librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br br |
| 8857 |
8796 |
9420 |
History of the World War |
Richard J. Beamish |
War & Military |
This is a popular narrative history of the world's greatest war. Written frankly from the viewpoint of the United States and the Allies, it visualizes the bloodiest and most destructive conflict of all the ages from its remote causes to its glorious conclusion and beneficent results.<br><br>Two ideals have been before us in the preparation of this necessary work. These are simplicity and thoroughness. It is of no avail to describe the greatest of human events if the description is so confused that the reader loses interest. Thoroughness is an historical essential beyond price. So it is that official documents prepared in many instances upon the field of battle, and others taken from the files of the governments at war, are the basis of this work. All that has gone into war making, into the regeneration of the world, are herein set forth with historical particularity. The stark horrors of Belgium, the blighting terrors of chemical warfare, the governmental restrictions placed upon hundreds of millions of civilians, the war sacrifices falling upon all the civilized peoples of earth, are in these pages. (From the Forward)<br><br> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-world-war-by-francis-andrew-march/ |
popular narrative history world s greatest war written frankly viewpoint united states allies visualizes bloodiest destructive conflict ages remote causes glorious conclusion beneficent results br br two ideals us preparation necessary work simplicity thoroughness avail describe greatest human events description confused reader loses interest thoroughness historical essential beyond price official documents prepared many instances upon field battle others taken files governments war basis work gone war making regeneration world herein set forth historical particularity stark horrors belgium blighting terrors chemical warfare governmental restrictions placed upon hundreds millions civilians war sacrifices falling upon civilized peoples earth pages from forward br br |
| 8858 |
8805 |
9429 |
Nang Bata Pa Kami |
Pura L. Medrano |
Romance |
A story of a secret courtship told in the voices of both lovers. There are things that stand in the way of their love. Love letters, nostalgic recollections of youthful days... Will they see their happy ending?<br><br>Isang kuwento tungkol sa lihim na pagliligawan na inilahad sa boses ng dalawang nag-iibigan. May mga hadlang sa kanilang pag-ibig. Mga liham, matatamis na pag-gunita ng kanilang pagkabata... Ano kaya ang kahihinatnan ng kanilang pagtitinginan? <br>\n - Summary by mlcui</p> |
Tagalog |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/nang-bata-pa-kami-by-pura-l-medrano/ |
story secret courtship told voices lovers things stand way love love letters nostalgic recollections youthful days see happy ending br br isang kuwento tungkol sa lihim na pagliligawan na inilahad sa boses ng dalawang nag iibigan may mga hadlang sa kanilang pag ibig mga liham matatamis na pag gunita ng kanilang pagkabata ano kaya ang kahihinatnan ng kanilang pagtitinginan br summary mlcui p |
| 8859 |
8806 |
9430 |
Rover Boys in the Jungle |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Third entry in the then-popular boys' adventure series has the Rover brothers (Tom, Dick, & Sam) heading to Africa to search for their long-missing father, after a few more adventures at their upstate New York boarding school, Putnam Hall. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-in-the-jungle-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
third entry then popular boys adventure series rover brothers tom dick sam heading africa search long missing father adventures upstate new york boarding school putnam hall summary bellonatimes p |
| 8860 |
8797 |
9421 |
At the Point of the Bayonet: A Tale of the Mahratta War |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The story of the war in which the power of the great Mahratta confederacy was broken ended in the firm establishment of the British Empire the Indian Peninsula. When the struggle began, the Mahrattas were masters of no small portion of India; their territory comprising the whole country between Bombay and Delhi, and stretching down from Rajputana to Allahabad; while in the south they were lords of the district of Cuttack, thereby separating Madras from Calcutta. The jealousies of the great Mahratta leaders, Holkar and Scindia, who were constantly at war with each other, or with the Peishwa at Poona, divided and weakened the nation and allowed the British to conquer, although at the cost of much blood, to free a large portion of India from a race that was a scourge--faithless, intriguing and crafty; cruel, and reckless of life. Henty paints the Mahrattas as cowardly tyrants and deserving of their ultimate downfall. - Summary by Lynne Thompson/ G. A. Henty</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-point-of-the-bayonet-a-tale-of-the-mahratta-war-by-g-a-henty/ |
story war power great mahratta confederacy broken ended firm establishment british empire indian peninsula struggle began mahrattas masters small portion india territory comprising whole country bombay delhi stretching rajputana allahabad south lords district cuttack thereby separating madras calcutta jealousies great mahratta leaders holkar scindia constantly war other peishwa poona divided weakened nation allowed british conquer although cost much blood free large portion india race scourge faithless intriguing crafty cruel reckless life henty paints mahrattas cowardly tyrants deserving ultimate downfall summary lynne thompson g a henty p |
| 8861 |
8798 |
9422 |
Narrative of The Life of David Crockett of The State of Tennessee |
David Crockett |
*Non-fiction |
Autobiography, written by David (Davey) Crockett about 2 years before his death at the Alamo in March of 1836. - Summary by Bill2147</p> |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-life-of-david-crockett-of-the-state-of-tennessee-by-david-crockett/ |
autobiography written david davey crockett 2 years death alamo march 1836 summary bill2147 p |
| 8862 |
8799 |
9423 |
Religions of Ancient China |
Herbert Allen Giles |
Other religions |
An overview of the religions of China, beginning with Fu Hsi, B.C. 2953-2838, and continuing through the 19th Century.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/religions-of-ancient-china-by-herbert-allen-giles/ |
overview religions china beginning fu hsi b c 2953 2838 continuing 19th century p |
| 8863 |
8800 |
9424 |
Autobiography of a Seaman, Vol. 2 |
Lord Thomas Cochrane |
War & Military, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
This second volume of the biography of Lord Cochrane deals with his fall from grace, imprisonment for debt, loss of honours, and attempts to clear his name. It has had a marked influence on naval fiction, most obviously on some of the novels by Patrick O'Brian. - Summary by Timothy Ferguson |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-seaman2-by-lord-thomas-cochrane/ |
second volume biography lord cochrane deals fall grace imprisonment debt loss honours attempts clear name marked influence naval fiction obviously novels patrick o brian summary timothy ferguson |
| 8864 |
8801 |
9425 |
Sign of The Four (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Sign of the Four (1890), also called The Sign of Four, is the second novel featuring Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Doyle wrote four novels and 56 stories starring the fictional detective.</p>\nThe story is set in 1888. The Sign of the Four has a complex plot involving service in East India Company, India, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, a stolen treasure, and a secret pact among four convicts ("the Four" of the title) and two corrupt prison guards. It presents the detective's drug habit and humanizes him in a way that had not been done in the preceding novel A Study in Scarlet (1887). It also introduces Doctor Watson's future wife, Mary Morstan. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-four-version-3-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
sign four 1890 also called sign four second novel featuring sherlock holmes written sir arthur conan doyle doyle wrote four novels 56 stories starring fictional detective p story set 1888 sign four complex plot involving service east india company india indian rebellion 1857 stolen treasure secret pact among four convicts the four title two corrupt prison guards presents detective s drug habit humanizes way done preceding novel study scarlet 1887 also introduces doctor watson s future wife mary morstan summary wikipedia p |
| 8865 |
8802 |
9426 |
Kitten's Garden of Verses |
Oliver Herford |
Animals & Nature, Poetry |
The Kitten's Garden of Verses is a book of short poetry, modeled after Robert Louis Stevenson's A Child's Garden of Verses. Of course, the poems in this book are intended for kittens rather than children! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-kittens-garden-of-verses-by-oliver-herford/ |
kitten s garden verses book short poetry modeled robert louis stevenson s child s garden verses course poems book intended kittens rather children summary rachel p |
| 8866 |
8803 |
9427 |
Rustlers of Pecos County |
Zane Grey |
General Fiction, Romance, Westerns |
The town of Linrock, located in Pecos Couty is south Texas has fallen under the control of a gang of rustlers. Two Texas Lone Star Rangers are sent to Linrock to clean up the town .They soon fall in love with two girls who may be related to the leader of the gang of rustlers.There seems to be no good choice for these two dedicated lawmen. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-rustlers-of-pecos-county-by-zane-grey/ |
town linrock located pecos couty south texas fallen control gang rustlers two texas lone star rangers sent linrock clean town they soon fall love two girls may related leader gang rustlers there seems good choice two dedicated lawmen summary richard kilmer p |
| 8867 |
8804 |
9428 |
Brittains Ida or Venus and Anchises |
Phineas Fletcher |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Erotica, Humorous Fiction |
While hunting, the boy Anchises stumbles upon Venus's forest retreat and is so kindly entertained by the goddess that he becomes the proud father of Aeneas, the hero of Vergil's <i>Aeneid</i>. The poem is an epyllion like Marlowe's "Hero and Leander" and Shakespeare's "Venus and Adonis," a short erotic poem with a mythological subject. The style is Spenserian, the stanzas rhyming ababbccc. </p>\nWhen Brittain's Ida was published in 1628, the publisher ascribed it to Edmund Spenser. However, in 1926 Ethel Seaton discovered and published Fletcher's original manuscript, whose opening stanzas make clear that this is the work of Fletcher, who entitled it "Venus and Anchises." - Summary by T. A. Copeland</p> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/brittains-ida-or-venus-and-anchises-by-edmund-spenser/ |
hunting boy anchises stumbles upon venus s forest retreat kindly entertained goddess becomes proud father aeneas hero vergil s i aeneid i poem epyllion like marlowe s hero leander shakespeare s venus adonis short erotic poem mythological subject style spenserian stanzas rhyming ababbccc p brittain s ida published 1628 publisher ascribed edmund spenser however 1926 ethel seaton discovered published fletcher s original manuscript whose opening stanzas make clear work fletcher entitled venus anchises summary t a copeland p |
| 8868 |
8808 |
9432 |
From the Deep Woods to Civilization: Chapters in the Autobiography of an Indian |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
Biography & Autobiography |
<i>From the Deep Woods to Civilization</i> is the sequel to <i>Indian Boyhood</i>. Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa) gives his account of what it was like to transition from the ways of his Inidan life to that of the white man. His father, long thought dead, had converted to Christianity and wished the same for his son as well as receiving education in the white man's school. At the age of 15, Ohiyesa must learn to balance the old familiar life of the American Indian with that of the new in the world of the white man, one of his first acts being the cutting of his long hair and attending school. It also chronicles his life of college to becoming a doctor at Pine Ridge in South Dakota, his marriage to Elaine Goodale, and his involvement in politics, the YMCA, and Boy Scouts of America. ( Laura Victoria) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-deep-woods-to-civilization-chapters-in-the-autobiography-of-an-indian-by-charles-alexander-eastman/ |
i from deep woods civilization i sequel i indian boyhood i charles eastman ohiyesa gives account like transition ways inidan life white man father long thought dead converted christianity wished son well receiving education white man s school age 15 ohiyesa must learn balance old familiar life american indian new world white man one first acts cutting long hair attending school also chronicles life college becoming doctor pine ridge south dakota marriage elaine goodale involvement politics ymca boy scouts america laura victoria p |
| 8869 |
8809 |
9433 |
Krates |
Justus van Maurik |
Romance |
Krates (een gebochelde) is een wees, met een groot muzikaal gevoel, een grote erfenis en prachtige mooie bruine ogen die hem geliefd bij de meisjes maakt. Een echte 'Charles Dickens' maar dan korter en uit Nederland. Het is ook een boek over het lied Ich Grolle nicht (Ik zoek geen wraak) van Heinrich Heine op muziek van Robert Schumann. Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders </p> |
Dutch |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/krates-by-justus-van-maurik/ |
krates een gebochelde een wees met een groot muzikaal gevoel een grote erfenis en prachtige mooie bruine ogen die hem geliefd bij de meisjes maakt een echte charles dickens maar dan korter en uit nederland het ook een boek het lied ich grolle nicht ik zoek geen wraak van heinrich heine op muziek van robert schumann samenvatting door marcel coenders p |
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8810 |
9434 |
Marriage, volume 2 |
Susan Edmonstoune Ferrier |
Family Life, Romance |
Lady Juliana is the daughter of the Earl of Courtland. She receives a marriage proposal from a wealthy Duke but much to the horror of her father she elopes to Gretna Green a Scottish soldier Henry Douglas. She is disowned and Douglas is dismissed. The couple journey to Glenfern in Scotland and reside with the Douglas family. Juliana is shocked by the difference in lifestyles. Despite all kind-hearted attempts from Henry’s fussing spinster aunts, Miss Grizzy, Miss Jackie and Miss Nicky, Lady Juliana makes no attempt to accept her new life in Scotland and events take some interesting turns. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/marriage-volume-2-by-susan-edmonstoune-ferrier/ |
lady juliana daughter earl courtland receives marriage proposal wealthy duke much horror father elopes gretna green scottish soldier henry douglas disowned douglas dismissed couple journey glenfern scotland reside douglas family juliana shocked difference lifestyles despite kind hearted attempts henry s fussing spinster aunts miss grizzy miss jackie miss nicky lady juliana makes attempt accept new life scotland events take interesting turns summary michele eaton |
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8811 |
9435 |
New Freedom |
Woodrow Wilson |
Political Science |
<p>The book is not a discussion of measures or of programs. It is an attempt to express the new spirit of our politics and to set forth, in large terms which may stick in the imagination, what it is that must be done if we are to restore our politics to their full spiritual vigor again, and our national life, whether in trade, in industry, or in what concerns us only as families and individuals, to its purity, its self-respect, and its pristine strength and freedom. (From the Preface) - Summary by Woodrow Wilson<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-freedom-by-woodrow-wilson/ |
p the book discussion measures programs attempt express new spirit politics set forth large terms may stick imagination must done restore politics full spiritual vigor again national life whether trade industry concerns us families individuals purity self respect pristine strength freedom from preface summary woodrow wilson p |
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8812 |
9436 |
Sons and Lovers (Version 2) |
D. H. Lawrence |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p>Lawrence summarised the plot of Sons and Lovers in a letter to Edward Garnett in 1912:\n<p>\n“It follows this idea: a woman of character and refinement goes into the lower class, and has no satisfaction in her own life. She has had a passion for her husband, so her children are born of passion, and have heaps of vitality. But as her sons grow up she selects them as lovers — first the eldest, then the second. These sons are urged into life by their reciprocal love of their mother — urged on and on. But when they come to manhood, they can't love, because their mother is the strongest power in their lives, and holds them...”\n<p>\nThe present reader tells the story in his authentic regional English, featuring the East Midlands dialect used by Lawrence in the more intimate exchanges between characters. (Summary prepared by Martin Geeson.)<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/sons-and-lovers-version-2-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
p lawrence summarised plot sons lovers letter edward garnett 1912 p it follows idea woman character refinement goes lower class satisfaction life passion husband children born passion heaps vitality sons grow selects lovers first eldest second sons urged life reciprocal love mother urged on come manhood can t love mother strongest power lives holds them p present reader tells story authentic regional english featuring east midlands dialect used lawrence intimate exchanges characters summary prepared martin geeson p |
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8813 |
9437 |
Fairy Tales and Stories |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of fairy tales and stories by Hans Christian Andersen, selected and read by students from Hunter College High School. Enjoy! :) Summary by faith9p.</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-and-stories-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection fairy tales stories hans christian andersen selected read students hunter college high school enjoy summary faith9p p |
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8835 |
9460 |
Diary of Samuel Pepys 1661 |
Samuel Pepys |
Memoirs |
Samuel Pepys was the first Secretary to the Admiralty during the reign of Charles II, instrumental in developing the Royal Navy and witness to some of the most significant events of the Restoration period, including the Great Fire of London. His famous diary, which covers a period of some ten years, throws a frank and intimate light on a fascinating period, through the lens of a vigorous, intelligent and refreshingly candid and extrovert personality. This volume covers the second year of the diary. (Summary by Nicole Lee) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-samuel-pepys-1661-by-samuel-pepys/ |
samuel pepys first secretary admiralty reign charles ii instrumental developing royal navy witness significant events restoration period including great fire london famous diary covers period ten years throws frank intimate light fascinating period lens vigorous intelligent refreshingly candid extrovert personality volume covers second year diary summary nicole lee p |
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8814 |
9438 |
Bishop's Apron |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
"Canon Spratte saw himself as he thought others might see him: mediocre, pompous, self-assertive, verbose." Maugham could have added ambitious, hypocritical, and vain. In this engrossing social satire, Theodore Spratte, a cleric, motivated by an obsessive desire to be elevated to bishop, embellishes his family history and intrudes upon his son's and daughter's courtships. A reviewer in 1906 wrote, "The whole book is an admirable blend of cynical gaiety and broadly farcical comedy; it is the smartest and most genuinely humorous novel that the season has yet given us." -- Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-bishops-apron-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
canon spratte saw thought others might see him mediocre pompous self assertive verbose maugham could added ambitious hypocritical vain engrossing social satire theodore spratte cleric motivated obsessive desire elevated bishop embellishes family history intrudes upon son s daughter s courtships reviewer 1906 wrote the whole book admirable blend cynical gaiety broadly farcical comedy smartest genuinely humorous novel season yet given us lee smalley p |
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8815 |
9439 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 1: Astronomy |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The first volume is on Astronomy written by Waldemar Kaempffert. This book briefly discusses the evolution of astronomical beliefs and the development of instruments and progress of methods in the science. It explains, further, the different astronomical laws, theories, phenomena and objects, as well as the history of these discoveries. (summary by Sienna) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-1-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler first volume astronomy written waldemar kaempffert book briefly discusses evolution astronomical beliefs development instruments progress methods science explains further different astronomical laws theories phenomena objects well history discoveries summary sienna |
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8816 |
9440 |
Family of Noblemen |
Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Satire |
Meet the Golovliovs, the ultimate dysfunctional family. In the difficult transition years before and after the liberation of Russia’s serfs, the Golovliovs are a gentry family ill-equipped to face the adaptations necessary in the new social order. Petty, back-biting, greedy, rigid, ignorant, and cruel, their personalities are captured in the array of nicknames they themselves give each other: The Hag, Little Judas, Simple Simon, Pavel the Sneak, the Orphans, the Blood-Sucker. They hate each other ferociously and utterly despise the peasants around them, who are gradually awakening to the potentialities of their new freedoms. In this most famous of Saltykov-Shchedrin’s novels, there is a keen sympathy toward the plight of women caught in the complexities of social change: Anninka and Lubinka, the aristocratic orphans who, seeking independence, recklessly cast themselves into the bohemian life; the matriarch Arina Petrovna, whose desperately vigorous administration of the estate leads to an exhilarating but only temporary stability; the peasant girl Yevpraksia, who is resistlessly taken by the loathsome Porfiry Vladimirych as his mistress. Far from a piece of social propaganda, A Family of Noblemen shows a subtle portraiture of the complex characters and convoluted circumstances of the time. (Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-family-of-noblemen-by-mikhail-saltykov-shchedrin/ |
meet golovliovs ultimate dysfunctional family difficult transition years liberation russia s serfs golovliovs gentry family ill equipped face adaptations necessary new social order petty back biting greedy rigid ignorant cruel personalities captured array nicknames give other hag little judas simple simon pavel sneak orphans blood sucker hate ferociously utterly despise peasants around them gradually awakening potentialities new freedoms famous saltykov shchedrin s novels keen sympathy toward plight women caught complexities social change anninka lubinka aristocratic orphans who seeking independence recklessly cast bohemian life matriarch arina petrovna whose desperately vigorous administration estate leads exhilarating temporary stability peasant girl yevpraksia resistlessly taken loathsome porfiry vladimirych mistress far piece social propaganda family noblemen shows subtle portraiture complex characters convoluted circumstances time expatriate p |
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8817 |
9441 |
Astounding Stories 11, November 1930 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
This science-fiction mag includes "The Wall of Death" by Victor Rousseau, "The Pirate Planet" by Charles W. Diffin, "The Destroyer" by William Merriam Rouse, "The Gray Plague" by L. A. Eshbach, "Jetta of the Lowlands" by Ray Cummings, and "Vagabonds of Space" by Harl Vincent. Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-11-november-1930-by-ray-cummings/ |
science fiction mag includes the wall death victor rousseau the pirate planet charles w diffin the destroyer william merriam rouse the gray plague l a eshbach jetta lowlands ray cummings vagabonds space harl vincent summary bill boerst p |
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8818 |
9443 |
Astounding Stories 17, May 1931 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
This issue of the science-fiction magazine includes a novella by Charles W. Diffin titled "Dark Moon" and several short stories, including "When Caverns Yawned", by Captain S.P. Meek "When the Moon Turned Green", by Hal K. Wells and "The Death-Cloud." by Nat Schachner & Arthur L. Zagat There is also a second part of "The Exile of Time" by Ray Cummings. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-may-1931-by-various/ |
issue science fiction magazine includes novella charles w diffin titled dark moon several short stories including when caverns yawned captain s p meek when moon turned green hal k wells the death cloud nat schachner arthur l zagat also second part the exile time ray cummings summary bill boerst p |
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8819 |
9444 |
Common Sense (version 3) |
Thomas Paine |
Political Science |
Common Sense is a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1775–76 that inspired people in the Thirteen Colonies to declare and fight for independence from Great Britain in the summer of 1776. In clear, simple language it explained the advantages of and the need for immediate independence. It was published anonymously on January 10, 1776, at the beginning of the American Revolution and became an immediate sensation. It was sold and distributed widely and read aloud at taverns and meeting places. Washington had it read to all his troops, which at the time had surrounded the British army in Boston. In proportion to the population of the colonies at that time (2.5 million), it had the largest sale and circulation of any book published in American history. </p>\nCommon Sense presented the American colonists with an argument for freedom from British rule at a time when the question of whether or not to seek independence was the central issue of the day. Paine wrote and reasoned in a style that common people understood. Forgoing the philosophical and Latin references used by Enlightenment era writers, he structured Common Sense as if it were a sermon, and relied on Biblical references to make his case to the people. He connected independence with common dissenting Protestant beliefs as a means to present a distinctly American political identity. Historian Gordon S. Wood described Common Sense as "the most incendiary and popular pamphlet of the entire revolutionary era".(from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/common-sense-version-3-by-thomas-paine/ |
common sense pamphlet written thomas paine 1775 76 inspired people thirteen colonies declare fight independence great britain summer 1776 clear simple language explained advantages need immediate independence published anonymously january 10 1776 beginning american revolution became immediate sensation sold distributed widely read aloud taverns meeting places washington read troops time surrounded british army boston proportion population colonies time 2 5 million largest sale circulation book published american history p common sense presented american colonists argument freedom british rule time question whether seek independence central issue day paine wrote reasoned style common people understood forgoing philosophical latin references used enlightenment era writers structured common sense sermon relied biblical references make case people connected independence common dissenting protestant beliefs means present distinctly american political identity historian gordon s wood described common sense the incendiary popular pamphlet entire revolutionary era from wikipedia p |
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8820 |
9445 |
Abraham Lincoln's Inaugural Addresses |
Abraham Lincoln |
Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Lincoln's first inaugural address was delivered on March 4th, 1861, as the North and South were sliding towards separation and Civil War. His second inaugural, given just weeks before his assassination, was also delivered on March 4th but four years later, in 1865. Just over a month later, April 18th, 1865, the Civil War ended with the surrender of the Confederate army. This was four days after Lincoln was shot on April 14th. He died the next day. - Summary by John Greenman</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincolns-inaugural-addresses-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
lincoln s first inaugural address delivered march 4th 1861 north south sliding towards separation civil war second inaugural given weeks assassination also delivered march 4th four years later 1865 month later april 18th 1865 civil war ended surrender confederate army four days lincoln shot april 14th died next day summary john greenman p |
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8821 |
9446 |
Still, Still, with Thee |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you ten readings of Still, Still, with Thee by Harriet Beecher Stowe. This hymn written by the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin was the weekly poem for December 14 - 21, 2014. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/still-still-with-thee-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
librivox volunteers bring ten readings still still thee harriet beecher stowe hymn written author uncle tom s cabin weekly poem december 14 21 2014 summary rachel p |
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8822 |
9447 |
Selected Interviews with Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 2 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>A controversial lecturer and famous orator of the mid 1800's, Ingersoll railed against the absurdities of the Bible and cruelties of orthodox Christianity, tirelessly supported the arts, education, science, women’s rights, abolition, home, family, children, and human liberty, whose creed was: <i><b>“Happiness is the only good, Reason the only torch, Justice the only worship, Humanity the only religion, and Love the only priest.”</b></i> He was often attacked from the pulpit and in the press. Here are 30 more published interviews (from among hundreds), in which Ingersoll spoke extemporaneously, bitingly, sometimes hilariously, on a wide range of topics, with newspaper reporters of the day. (Compiled from <u>The Works Of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 8, Dresden Edition, Pub. 1900</u>. <i>Summary by Michele Fry</i> <br><br>Proof-listening was done by both readers in each duet.</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/selected-interviews-with-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-2-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
p a controversial lecturer famous orator mid 1800 s ingersoll railed absurdities bible cruelties orthodox christianity tirelessly supported arts education science women s rights abolition home family children human liberty whose creed was i b happiness good reason torch justice worship humanity religion love priest b i often attacked pulpit press 30 published interviews from among hundreds ingersoll spoke extemporaneously bitingly sometimes hilariously wide range topics newspaper reporters day compiled u the works robert g ingersoll volume 8 dresden edition pub 1900 u i summary michele fry i br br proof listening done readers duet p |
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8823 |
9448 |
Apology (version 2) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Philosophy |
The Apology is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he defended himself in 399 BC[2] against the charges of "corrupting the young, and by not believing in the gods in whom the city believes, but in other daimonia that are novel" . "Apology" here has its earlier meaning of speaking in defense of a cause or of one's beliefs or actions. The general term apology, in context to literature, defends a world from attack (opposite of satire-which attacks the world).the text is written in the first person from Socrates' point of view, as though it were Socrates' actual speech at the trial. During the course of the speech, Socrates twice mentions Plato as being present. There is, however, no real way of knowing how closely Socrates' words in the Apology match those of Socrates at the actual trial, even if it was Plato's intention to be accurate in this respect - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/apology-version-2-by-plato/ |
apology plato s version speech given socrates defended 399 bc 2 charges corrupting young believing gods city believes daimonia novel apology earlier meaning speaking defense cause one s beliefs actions general term apology context literature defends world attack opposite satire which attacks world the text written first person socrates point view though socrates actual speech trial course speech socrates twice mentions plato present is however real way knowing closely socrates words apology match socrates actual trial even plato s intention accurate respect summary wikipedia p |
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8824 |
9449 |
Raggedy Ann Stories (version 3) |
Johnny Gruelle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
As I write this, I have before me on my desk, propped up against the telephone, an old rag doll. Dear old Raggedy Ann!\n\nThe same Raggedy Ann with which my mother played when a child.\n\nThere she sits, a trifle loppy and loose-jointed, looking me squarely in the face in a straightforward, honest manner, a twinkle where her shoe-button eyes reflect the electric light.\n\nEvidently Raggedy has been to a "tea party" today, for her face is covered with chocolate.\n\nShe smiles happily and continuously.\n\nTrue, she has been nibbled by mice, who have made nests out of the soft cotton with which she has been stuffed, but Raggedy smiled just as broadly when the mice nibbled at her, for her smile is painted on.\n\nWhat adventures you must have had, Raggedy!\n\nWhat joy and happiness you have brought into this world!\n\nAnd no matter what treatment you have received, how patient you have been!\n\nWhat lessons of kindness and fortitude you might teach could you but talk; you with your wisdom of fifty-nine years. No wonder Rag Dolls are the best beloved! You are so kindly, so patient, so lovable.\n\nThe more you become torn, tattered and loose-jointed, Rag Dolls, the more you are loved by children.\n\nWho knows but that Fairyland is filled with old, lovable Rag Dolls—soft, loppy Rag Dolls who ride through all the wonders of Fairyland in the crook of dimpled arms, snuggling close to childish breasts within which beat hearts filled with eternal sunshine.\n\nSo, to the millions of children and grown-ups who have loved a Rag Doll, I dedicate these stories of Raggedy Ann. - Summary by from introduction</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/raggedy-ann-stories-version-3-by-johnny-gruelle/ |
write this desk propped telephone old rag doll dear old raggedy ann raggedy ann mother played child sits trifle loppy loose jointed looking squarely face straightforward honest manner twinkle shoe button eyes reflect electric light evidently raggedy tea party today face covered chocolate smiles happily continuously true nibbled mice made nests soft cotton stuffed raggedy smiled broadly mice nibbled her smile painted on adventures must had raggedy joy happiness brought world matter treatment received patient been lessons kindness fortitude might teach could talk wisdom fifty nine years wonder rag dolls best beloved kindly patient lovable become torn tattered loose jointed rag dolls loved children knows fairyland filled old lovable rag dolls soft loppy rag dolls ride wonders fairyland crook dimpled arms snuggling close childish breasts within beat hearts filled eternal sunshine so millions children grown ups loved rag doll dedicate stories raggedy ann summary introduction p |
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8825 |
9450 |
On Duties |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Ancient |
On Duties (Latin: DE OFFICIIS) discusses virtue, expediency and apparent conflicts between the two. St. Ambrose, St. Jerome and other Doctors of the Roman Catholic Church considered it to be legitimate for study. It was the second book after the Bible printed on Gutenberg's press and a standard text taught at Eton College. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero. Translated by Walter Miller. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/on-duties-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
duties latin de officiis discusses virtue expediency apparent conflicts two st ambrose st jerome doctors roman catholic church considered legitimate study second book bible printed gutenberg s press standard text taught eton college written marcus tullius cicero translated walter miller summary geoffrey edwards p |
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8826 |
9451 |
California History -- Two Pieces |
Various |
History |
Alfred Louis Kroeber (1876-1960) was an American cultural anthropologist who founded the anthropology department at the University of California, Berkeley, as well as directing that campus’ Museum Of Anthropology from 1909 through 1947. Kroeber and his students did important work collecting cultural data on western tribes of Native Americans. Kroeber is credited with developing the concepts of culture area, cultural configuration , and cultural fatigue. Types of Indian Culture In California is an early monograph published by the University of California. \n<br><br>\nThe Alaska–Yukon–Pacific Exposition was a world's fair held in Seattle in 1909, publicizing the development of the Pacific Northwest. The fairgrounds became the campus of the University of Washington. The fairground’s design (by the Olmstead brothers, sons of Frederick Law Olmstead, designer of Central Park, New York) strongly influenced the subsequent physical development of the campus. Visitors numbered 3,700,000. This is the report of the commissioners responsible for California’s exhibit. It reveals aspects of the state’s economy and culture at that time. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/california-history-two-pieces-by-various/ |
alfred louis kroeber 1876 1960 american cultural anthropologist founded anthropology department university california berkeley well directing campus museum anthropology 1909 1947 kroeber students important work collecting cultural data western tribes native americans kroeber credited developing concepts culture area cultural configuration cultural fatigue types indian culture california early monograph published university california br br alaska yukon pacific exposition world s fair held seattle 1909 publicizing development pacific northwest fairgrounds became campus university washington fairground s design by olmstead brothers sons frederick law olmstead designer central park new york strongly influenced subsequent physical development campus visitors numbered 3 700 000 report commissioners responsible california s exhibit reveals aspects state s economy culture time summary wikipedia david wales p |
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8827 |
9452 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. IV, No 1, July 1898 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and articles describing birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." These short pieces are perfect for a first recording or for anyone with a love of nature. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-1-july-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems articles describing birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature short pieces perfect first recording anyone love nature summary j m smallheer p |
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8828 |
9453 |
Balder Dead (version 2) |
Matthew Arnold |
Epics, Narratives |
The poem begins with the beloved god Balder, thought to be invulnerable, dead at the hands of the inoffensive blind god Hoder, in a game. Loki, whose deceit brought about this catastrophe, is promptly punished with exile, and Odin, Balder's father, sponsors a heroic quest to rescue his son from the land of the dead. This desperate venture unexpectedly meets with partial success, a conditional agreement to release Balder if everyone in the land of the living mourns his death. And even though over every hope hangs the threat of the ultimate end of the reign of the Norse gods, the mother of the gods points out that "much must yet be tried which shall but fail." - Summary by T. A. Copeland</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/balder-dead-by-matthew-arnold-2/ |
poem begins beloved god balder thought invulnerable dead hands inoffensive blind god hoder game loki whose deceit brought catastrophe promptly punished exile odin balder s father sponsors heroic quest rescue son land dead desperate venture unexpectedly meets partial success conditional agreement release balder everyone land living mourns death even though every hope hangs threat ultimate end reign norse gods mother gods points much must yet tried shall fail summary t a copeland p |
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8829 |
9454 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 046 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nDas Faß Amontillado übersetzt von Gisela Etzel<br>\nVor der Galavorstellung übersetzt von Franz Weil<br>\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-046-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br das faß amontillado übersetzt von gisela etzel br vor der galavorstellung übersetzt von franz weil br br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br |
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8830 |
9455 |
Indian Summer (version 2) |
William Dean Howells |
Literary Fiction |
Set in Florence's Anglo-American colony in the late 19th century, this is a romantic story of a middle-aged man, returning to the scene of his first but disappointed love twenty years earlier. The doings of Americans abroad were staples of the fictions of Henry James and Edith Wharton, but Howells’s view is rather different. As John Updike has said of it, “the felicity of the writing makes us pause in admiration….A midlife crisis has rarely been sketched in fiction with better humor, with gentler comedy and more gracious acceptance of life’s irrevocability.” ( Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/indian-summer-version-2-by-william-dean-howells/ |
set florence s anglo american colony late 19th century romantic story middle aged man returning scene first disappointed love twenty years earlier doings americans abroad staples fictions henry james edith wharton howells s view rather different john updike said it the felicity writing makes us pause admiration a midlife crisis rarely sketched fiction better humor gentler comedy gracious acceptance life s irrevocability nicholas clifford p |
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8831 |
9456 |
Lost Man's Lane |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
After several people apparently vanish into thin air while walking along the same country road, New York detective Mr Gryce calls on the skills of Miss Amelia Butterworth to help him solve this most puzzling crime.</p>\n\nThe author of Lost Man’s Lane, Anna Katharine Green, has been described as the first female American writer of detective stories. (summary by Mary Bard)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/lost-mans-lane-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
several people apparently vanish thin air walking along country road new york detective mr gryce calls skills miss amelia butterworth help solve puzzling crime p author lost man s lane anna katharine green described first female american writer detective stories summary mary bard p |
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8832 |
9457 |
Bible (KJV) 17: Esther (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
King James Version (KJV) |
Dramatic Readings, King James Version |
The seventeenth book of the King James Bible, Esther recounts a tale of two queens. Queen Vashti is the loveliest woman in the land, but when she refuses to come to her husband's banquet, she is banished from the kingdom. Hadassah is called to take her place - a beautiful young woman with a secret. Hadassah is Jewish, but her guardian warns her to keep her identity hidden. Taking on the name Esther - which means "hidden" - she moves in to the palace, but when a wicked man hatches a plot to rid the land of Jews, her guardian asks her to take on a terrible job. Esther must go to the king unasked - and if he does not extend his golden scepter, she will face the ultimate punishment. Can she rely on God to save her people - and herself? - (Summary by Rachel)<br>\n\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nQueen Esther: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nKing Ahasuerus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br>\nMemucan / The King's Servants: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>\nMordecai: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nHaman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adam</a><br>\nZeresh, Haman's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nHarbonah, a eunuch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>\nFile Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-17-esther-dramatic-reading-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
seventeenth book king james bible esther recounts tale two queens queen vashti loveliest woman land refuses come husband s banquet banished kingdom hadassah called take place beautiful young woman secret hadassah jewish guardian warns keep identity hidden taking name esther means hidden moves palace wicked man hatches plot rid land jews guardian asks take terrible job esther must go king unasked extend golden scepter face ultimate punishment rely god save people herself summary rachel br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br queen esther a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br king ahasuerus a href https librivox org reader 2149 mark penfold a br memucan king s servants a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br mordecai a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br haman a href https librivox org reader 7326 adam a br zeresh haman s wife a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br harbonah eunuch a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br file editor a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br |
| 8894 |
8833 |
9458 |
Sea Poems: An Idiosyncratic Selection |
Various |
Anthologies |
Seventeen poems about the sea or in which the sea plays an important role. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sea-poems-an-idiosyncratic-selection-by-various/ |
seventeen poems sea sea plays important role summary david wales p |
| 8895 |
8834 |
9459 |
In League With Israel |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Religion, Published 1800 -1900 |
When Bethany Hallam travels to Chattanooga for the League Conference, she meets David Herschel, who challenges her thinking and changes her views about her missionary obligations to God's "chosen people." ( Esther ben Simonides)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-league-with-israel-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
bethany hallam travels chattanooga league conference meets david herschel challenges thinking changes views missionary obligations god s chosen people esther ben simonides p |
| 8896 |
8918 |
9544 |
Briefe des Apostels Paulus (Auswahl) |
Lutherbibel |
Bibles |
Die Briefe des Apostels Paulus nach der Lutherbibel von 1912. (Römer; Galater; Epheser; 1. Thessalonicher; 2. Thessalonicher; 1. Timotheus; 2. Timotheus; Titus; Philemon) - Zusammenfassung von DomBombadil</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/die-briefe-des-apostels-paulus-auswahl-by-lutherbibel/ |
die briefe des apostels paulus nach der lutherbibel von 1912 römer galater epheser 1 thessalonicher 2 thessalonicher 1 timotheus 2 timotheus titus philemon zusammenfassung von dombombadil p |
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8839 |
9464 |
They Who Knock at Our Gates |
Mary Antin |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
In 1914, over one million immigrants arrived in the United States, following in the footsteps of approximately ten million others who had arrived in the preceding decade. Faced with so many newcomers, many of them from backgrounds new to the American mix, voices in government and in the press had begun arguing in favor of more severely restrictionist immigration policies. In They Who Knock at Our Gates, Mary Antin broke down the discussion into three basic questions. First, the ethical question -- Where do we discover a right to restrict new arrivals, in light of all men's equal natural rights as declared by our founding documents? Second, the factual questions -- Who are these new immigrants, what sorts of gifts and qualities do they possess, what are their strengths and weaknesses, and what biases do we bring to our assessment of them? And third, the slippery question of individual interpretation -- How shall we decide without prejudice whether immigration is good for us, as a nation and as individual citizens? Written a century ago, Mary Antin's analysis of the "immigration question" still speaks to current readers. (Summary by Maria Kasper)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/they-who-knock-at-our-gates-by-mary-antin/ |
1914 one million immigrants arrived united states following footsteps approximately ten million others arrived preceding decade faced many newcomers many backgrounds new american mix voices government press begun arguing favor severely restrictionist immigration policies knock gates mary antin broke discussion three basic questions first ethical question discover right restrict new arrivals light men s equal natural rights declared founding documents second factual questions new immigrants sorts gifts qualities possess strengths weaknesses biases bring assessment them third slippery question individual interpretation shall decide without prejudice whether immigration good us nation individual citizens written century ago mary antin s analysis immigration question still speaks current readers summary maria kasper p |
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8840 |
9465 |
Charlie to the Rescue |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Westerns, Action & Adventure |
Charlie Brooke is always rescuing others, and sometimes even himself! His latest rescue, though, could turn out to be fatal...- Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/charlie-to-the-rescue-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
charlie brooke always rescuing others sometimes even himself latest rescue though could turn fatal summary adele de pignerolles |
| 8899 |
8841 |
9466 |
Her Mother's Secret |
E.D.E.N. Southworth |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
What kind of secret could a mother be keeping that would keep long time lovers apart, and force her eldest daughter into a hasty marriage? Young Odalite and her cousin Leonidas have lived the past three years apart, with Leonidas at sea, and were planning on marrying when he came back. An old acquaintance turns up who knows something about Odalite’s mother’s past, and holds that secret over her, threatening dishonor to her and her family, unless she gives him what he wants. Will true love win the day? This story will be continued in the sequels "Love's Bitterest Cup" and "When Shadows Die". (Bridget Gaige) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/her-mothers-secret-by-eden-southworth/ |
kind secret could mother keeping would keep long time lovers apart force eldest daughter hasty marriage young odalite cousin leonidas lived past three years apart leonidas sea planning marrying came back old acquaintance turns knows something odalite s mother s past holds secret her threatening dishonor family unless gives wants true love win day story continued sequels love s bitterest cup when shadows die bridget gaige |
| 8900 |
8842 |
9467 |
Young Girl's Diary |
Anonymous |
Children's Non-fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The diary of an upper middle class Austrian girl, this book describes her life between the ages of eleven and fourteen. It's a coming of age story full of angst, boys, and questions. (Summary by KHand)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/a-young-girls-diary-by-anonymous/ |
diary upper middle class austrian girl book describes life ages eleven fourteen coming age story full angst boys questions summary khand p |
| 8901 |
8843 |
9468 |
My Mother and I |
Elizabeth Gertrude Stern |
Memoirs |
Elizabeth Stern was two and a half years old, when her family emigrated from Poland to Pittsburgh. <i>My Mother and I</i> is the story of Stern's Americanization and how it ultimately alienated her from her parents. Stern's father had been a small village rabbi. Strict and traditional in his views, he sends Elizabeth to learn Hebrew at age four, so she can fulfill her destiny "as the wife of a rabbi or scholar," but he opposes letting her attend high school. Stern's mother tries fitfully to pry open doors for her daughter. When Stern's father finds Elizabeth reading a secular book, and, in a fit of rage, flings the offending novel onto the top of a tall bookcase, her mother climbs on a chair and retrieves it for her. But Stern's mother never learns English even as it becomes her daughter’s primary language--and she is burdened by endless pregnancies (she ultimately bears 11 children, only the first 4 of whom survive). Stern's relationship with her mother is loving, but when Elizabeth goes to college, they draw apart. Her mother becomes a "shadowy figure," standing with "questioning, puzzled eyes", eyes in which there is love, "but no understanding, and always an infinite loneliness." - Summary by Sue Anderson</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/my-mother-and-i-by-elizabeth-gertrude-stern/ |
elizabeth stern two half years old family emigrated poland pittsburgh i my mother i i story stern s americanization ultimately alienated parents stern s father small village rabbi strict traditional views sends elizabeth learn hebrew age four fulfill destiny as wife rabbi scholar opposes letting attend high school stern s mother tries fitfully pry open doors daughter stern s father finds elizabeth reading secular book and fit rage flings offending novel onto top tall bookcase mother climbs chair retrieves her stern s mother never learns english even becomes daughter s primary language and burdened endless pregnancies she ultimately bears 11 children first 4 survive stern s relationship mother loving elizabeth goes college draw apart mother becomes shadowy figure standing questioning puzzled eyes eyes love but understanding always infinite loneliness summary sue anderson p |
| 8902 |
8844 |
9469 |
Pamela, Volume 2 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
Pamela, tells the story of a 15-year old maidservant named Pamela Andrews, whose country landowner master, Mr. B, makes unwanted advances towards her after the death of his mother. He abducts her, locks her up in one of his estates, and attempts to seduce and rape her. She rejects him but starts to realise that she is falling in love with him. She then attempts to build a relationship with him and to fit in with upper class society. This is a continuation of <a href="https://librivox.org/pamela-by-samuel-richardson/">"Pamela; or Virtue Rewarded"</a>. (Michele Eaton) |
English |
1740 |
https://librivox.org/pamela-volume-2-by-samuel-richardson/ |
pamela tells story 15 year old maidservant named pamela andrews whose country landowner master mr b makes unwanted advances towards death mother abducts her locks one estates attempts seduce rape her rejects starts realise falling love him attempts build relationship fit upper class society continuation a href https librivox org pamela by samuel richardson pamela virtue rewarded a michele eaton |
| 8903 |
8845 |
9470 |
Wild Knight and Other Poems |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry |
A collection of poems that tend to revolve around the theme of the wonder of the world. It includes the short, poetic play, "The Wild Knight". Summary by Robert Smith</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-knight-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
collection poems tend revolve around theme wonder world includes short poetic play the wild knight summary robert smith p |
| 8904 |
8846 |
9471 |
Mademoiselle Ixe |
Mary Elizabeth Hawker |
Literary Fiction |
This is a story by the English writer Mary Elizabeth Hawker (1848-1908) entitled Mademoiselle Ixe, by[pseudonym] Lanoe Falconer. The manuscript had been previously rejected by many publishers. The heroine is a governess in an English country house. The mystery is cleverly handled, and the artistic treatment showed a delicacy and refinement which were uncommon in English writers of short stories. The Saturday Review declared it to be 'one of the finest short stories in England.' Success was great and immediate. Gladstone wrote and spoke the praises of the book, of which the circulation was forbidden in Russia; it was admired by Taine. Over 40,000 copies of the English editions were sold, and there were also continental and American editions. It was translated into French, German, Dutch, and Italian. Hawker’s works, though few, were well received. She lived most of her life in the Hampshire Valley. Never married, her health was precarious, preventing her from writing more, though she wished to. She died of turberulosis. Her main works are: Mademoisell Ixe, Cecilia de Noel, The Hotel D’Angleterre And Other Stories, Old Hampshire Vignetts. In 1915 Evelyn March Phillipps published a book-length biography of Falconer. ( Wikipedia and david wales)</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/mademoiselle-ixe-by-mary-elizabeth-hawker/ |
story english writer mary elizabeth hawker 1848 1908 entitled mademoiselle ixe by pseudonym lanoe falconer manuscript previously rejected many publishers heroine governess english country house mystery cleverly handled artistic treatment showed delicacy refinement uncommon english writers short stories saturday review declared one finest short stories england success great immediate gladstone wrote spoke praises book circulation forbidden russia admired taine 40 000 copies english editions sold also continental american editions translated french german dutch italian hawker s works though few well received lived life hampshire valley never married health precarious preventing writing more though wished to died turberulosis main works are mademoisell ixe cecilia de noel hotel d angleterre stories old hampshire vignetts 1915 evelyn march phillipps published book length biography falconer wikipedia david wales p |
| 8905 |
8847 |
9472 |
Totenhochzeit |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
Vier Erzählungen von einem Meister unheimlicher Literatur. Zusammen mit Hermann Melville und Edgar Allan Poe zählt Hawthorne zur 'dunklen' amerikanischen Romantik. 'Moby Dick' von Hermann Melville ist Nathaniel Hawthorn gewidmet. (Quelle: Wikipedia) Summary by Bernd Ungerer.</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/die-totenhochzeit-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
vier erzählungen von einem meister unheimlicher literatur zusammen mit hermann melville und edgar allan poe zählt hawthorne zur dunklen amerikanischen romantik moby dick von hermann melville ist nathaniel hawthorn gewidmet quelle wikipedia summary bernd ungerer p |
| 8906 |
8851 |
9476 |
Two Sides of a Question |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction, Short Stories |
Here are two gemlike novellas in one volume, written in May Sinclair’s clearest and cleverest prose and exploring the many ways in which a woman can be held captive, held back from the “intoxication of freedom.” In “The Cosmopolitan,” Frida Tancred is a wealthy heiress trapped by family obligation in a dismal provincial estate, hopelessly longing to see all the glories of the world and with no way of escape but the conventional one of marriage. In “Superseded,” spinsterish Miss Juliana Quincey has been teaching arithmetic in a London girls’ school for twenty-five years when she suddenly falls in love with a much younger man and begins to question the assumptions of her life. So dramatically different in terms of characters, plot, and style, both novellas are united in a passionate quest of freedom and a like determination on the part of two very different women to achieve freedom on their own terms. The “Question” of which Sinclair is demonstrating the “Two Sides” seems to be this: Does a woman need a man in her life in order to define herself? In coming to her conclusions, Sinclair explores many layers of human life: art, philosophy, education, science, social class, religion. The marvel is that she is able to do all this in two such small, luminous novels. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/two-sides-of-a-question-by-may-sinclair/ |
two gemlike novellas one volume written may sinclair s clearest cleverest prose exploring many ways woman held captive held back intoxication freedom the cosmopolitan frida tancred wealthy heiress trapped family obligation dismal provincial estate hopelessly longing see glories world way escape conventional one marriage superseded spinsterish miss juliana quincey teaching arithmetic london girls school twenty five years suddenly falls love much younger man begins question assumptions life dramatically different terms characters plot style novellas united passionate quest freedom like determination part two different women achieve freedom terms question sinclair demonstrating two sides seems this woman need man life order define herself coming conclusions sinclair explores many layers human life art philosophy education science social class religion marvel able two small luminous novels expatriate p |
| 8907 |
8852 |
9477 |
Elements of Mammalogy |
William Ruschenberger |
Family Life, *Non-fiction, Animals |
The Elements of Mammalogy is one of seven in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. This succinct little textbook from 1845 presents an introduction to mammalogy. The information, albeit not current, is still interesting and of use as a general overview of mammal biology. The classification of mammals has changed considerably since this time. The author was a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences. (Summary by A. Gramour)</p>\n |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-mammalogy-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements mammalogy one seven series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook 1845 presents introduction mammalogy information albeit current still interesting use general overview mammal biology classification mammals changed considerably since time author surgeon u s navy president academy natural sciences summary a gramour p |
| 8908 |
8853 |
9478 |
Reason Why |
Robert Kemp Philp |
Family Life, *Non-fiction, Education |
This collection of useful information on "Common Things" is put in the interesting form of "Why and Because," and comprehends a familiar explanation of many subjects which occupy a large space in the philosophy of Nature, relating to air, animals, atmosphere, caloric, chemistry, ventilation, materia medica, meteorology, acoustics, electricity, light, zoölogy, etc. - Summary by Anonymous |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-reason-why-by-robert-kemp-philp/ |
collection useful information common things put interesting form why because comprehends familiar explanation many subjects occupy large space philosophy nature relating air animals atmosphere caloric chemistry ventilation materia medica meteorology acoustics electricity light zoölogy etc summary anonymous |
| 8909 |
8854 |
9479 |
Rain-Girl |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Published 1900 onward |
Richard Beresford has recently returned from the WW-I trenches. He feels he can't go back to his old life in the Foreign Office. Instead, he sells all his possessions (except his books), and sets off on a tramp through the countryside. On the very first day he meets a mysterious girl with enchanting grey eyes, sitting on a gate, in the rain. They inadvertently get separated before he finds out her name, but he is determined to find her again.\nRomantic comedy from 1919, by the author of "Patricia Brent, spinster". - Summary by Anna Simon</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-rain-girl-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
richard beresford recently returned ww i trenches feels can t go back old life foreign office instead sells possessions except books sets tramp countryside first day meets mysterious girl enchanting grey eyes sitting gate rain inadvertently get separated finds name determined find again romantic comedy 1919 author patricia brent spinster summary anna simon p |
| 8910 |
8855 |
9480 |
Камень (Kamen) |
Osip Mandelstam |
Poetry, Single author |
Книга стихов "Камень" (1916). Некоторые из стихотворений этого раннего собрания отличаются от знакомых слушателю более поздних редакций.<br />\nPoetry collection "The Stone" (1916). Some poems in this early volume vary from the later versions loved by many readers. (M. Chulsky) <br /><br /> |
Russian |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/kamen-by-osip-mandelstam/ |
книга стихов камень 1916 некоторые из стихотворений этого раннего собрания отличаются от знакомых слушателю более поздних редакций br poetry collection the stone 1916 poems early volume vary later versions loved many readers m chulsky br br |
| 8911 |
8856 |
9481 |
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (version 4) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of 12 short stories that were originally illustrated by Sidney Paget. These are the first set of short stories that were published and followed the publishing of his first 2 novels, A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of the Four. - Summary by David Clarke</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-version-4-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
adventures sherlock holmes collection 12 short stories originally illustrated sidney paget first set short stories published followed publishing first 2 novels study scarlet sign four summary david clarke p |
| 8912 |
8857 |
9482 |
Prince (Version 4) |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
*Non-fiction |
This book is a five hundred year old manual for how to run a kingdom or principality. Written in 1513 but not published until 1532, "The Prince" generated controversy even before it got into print. Unlike the many previous "how-to" mamuals for new rulers, "The Prince" only judged actions by their effectiveness and did not consider morals or ethics at all. Some of the suggestions were so brutal and amoral that many critics in the 18th century considered "The Prince" to be a satire, as they could not believe that any philosopher would seriously promote such actions. But perhaps the real reason for the discomfort of Machiavelli's critics is that he accurately observes and reports the actions of the most effective rulers of Renaissance Italy.<br><br>Despite questions about Machiavelli's intention, there was no question about the effectiveness of his methods. Copies of "The Prince" were owned and studied by Thomas Cromwell, Henry VIII of England, the founding fathers of the American revolution, the leaders of the Parliamentarians who destroyed the Monarchy in the English Civil War, the leaders of the Glorious Revolution who restored the Monarchy twenty years later, Napoleon Bonaparte, Joseph Stalin and Benito Mussolini and many others. In the late 20th Century it was even considered the "Mafia Bible" by mobsters John Gotti and Ray DeMeo.<br><br>So if you have recently acquired a kingdom or suddenly become the head of an organised crime family, this is the book for you. It's interesting for the rest of us too. (Summary by Clive Catterall) <br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-version-4-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
book five hundred year old manual run kingdom principality written 1513 published 1532 the prince generated controversy even got print unlike many previous how to mamuals new rulers the prince judged actions effectiveness consider morals ethics all suggestions brutal amoral many critics 18th century considered the prince satire could believe philosopher would seriously promote actions perhaps real reason discomfort machiavelli s critics accurately observes reports actions effective rulers renaissance italy br br despite questions machiavelli s intention question effectiveness methods copies the prince owned studied thomas cromwell henry viii england founding fathers american revolution leaders parliamentarians destroyed monarchy english civil war leaders glorious revolution restored monarchy twenty years later napoleon bonaparte joseph stalin benito mussolini many others late 20th century even considered mafia bible mobsters john gotti ray demeo br br so recently acquired kingdom suddenly become head organised crime family book you interesting rest us too summary clive catterall br br |
| 8913 |
8919 |
9545 |
Short Poetry Collection 162 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 28 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-162-by-various/ |
collection 28 poems read librivox volunteers november 2016 |
| 8914 |
8920 |
9546 |
Student's History of American Literature |
William Simonds |
*Non-fiction |
Engaging history of American Lit from the 1600's up through the late 1890's. The author, who was a professor at Knox College, really put a lot into this, combining national history with his love for literature. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-students-history-of-american-literature-by-william-simonds/ |
engaging history american lit 1600 s late 1890 s author professor knox college really put lot this combining national history love literature summary bellonatimes p |
| 8915 |
8858 |
9483 |
Enquire Within Upon Everything |
Robert Kemp Philp |
*Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies, Education |
Enquire Within Upon Everything was a book of how to do things in domestic life It was first published in 1856 by Houlston and Sons of Paternoster Square in London. Robert Kemp Philp. It was then continuously reprinted in many new and updated editions as additional information and articles were added. The book was created with the intention of providing encyclopedic information on topics as diverse as etiquette, parlour games, cake recipes, laundry tips, holiday preparation and first aid. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/enquire-within-upon-everything-by-robert-kemp-philp/ |
enquire within upon everything book things domestic life first published 1856 houlston sons paternoster square london robert kemp philp continuously reprinted many new updated editions additional information articles added book created intention providing encyclopedic information topics diverse etiquette parlour games cake recipes laundry tips holiday preparation first aid summary michele eaton |
| 8916 |
8859 |
9484 |
Bohemians of the Latin Quarter |
Henri Murger |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
As much as any other work of literature, Henri Murger’s 1851 collection of witty sketches Scènes de la vie de bohème shaped the later romanticized image of the bohemian artist: independent, insouciant, exuberantly lustful, devoted to Art for Art’s sake no matter how cold and hungry the artist might be. Four young Parisian artists, Schaunard the composer, Marcel the painter, Rodolphe the poet, and Colline the philosopher, form an informal Bohemian alliance dedicated to Art and the joy of Life. Pretty and faithless young mistresses come and go from their beds, most notably Mimi, Phémie, and Musette, while the young artists do their best to foil their creditors and feed their bellies on the way to artistic glory. Resisting the conforming forces of Success and Society is their greatest challenge, and in the end the question is: Does a time come at last to give up the joys of Bohemia? ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-bohemians-of-the-latin-quarter-by-henry-murger/ |
much work literature henri murger s 1851 collection witty sketches scènes de la vie de bohème shaped later romanticized image bohemian artist independent insouciant exuberantly lustful devoted art art s sake matter cold hungry artist might be four young parisian artists schaunard composer marcel painter rodolphe poet colline philosopher form informal bohemian alliance dedicated art joy life pretty faithless young mistresses come go beds notably mimi phémie musette young artists best foil creditors feed bellies way artistic glory resisting conforming forces success society greatest challenge end question is time come last give joys bohemia expatriate p |
| 8917 |
8860 |
9485 |
Dhammapada (Version 2) |
Unknown |
Other religions |
- A Collection of Verses Being One of the Canonical Books of the Buddhists</br></br>\nDhammapada means "The path of Dharma." The Pali word Dhamma corresponds to the Sankrit word Dharma. It is a collection of the teachings of the Buddha. These verses, compiled by Buddha's students in the years following his final Nirvana, were culled from various discourses given by the Buddha in the course of forty-five years of his teaching, as he travelled in the valley of the Ganges and the sub-mountain tract of the Himalayas. These 423 verses are often terse, witty, and convincing. Whenever similes are used, they are those that are easily understood even by a child, e.g., the cart's wheel, a man's shadow, a deep pool, flowers. Through these verses, the Buddha exhorts one to achieve that greatest of all conquests, the conquest of self; to escape from the evils of passion, hatred and ignorance. (Summary by Jothi)</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-dhammapada-version-2-by-unknown/ |
collection verses one canonical books buddhists br br dhammapada means the path dharma pali word dhamma corresponds sankrit word dharma collection teachings buddha verses compiled buddha s students years following final nirvana culled various discourses given buddha course forty five years teaching travelled valley ganges sub mountain tract himalayas 423 verses often terse witty convincing whenever similes used easily understood even child e g cart s wheel man s shadow deep pool flowers verses buddha exhorts one achieve greatest conquests conquest self escape evils passion hatred ignorance summary jothi p |
| 8918 |
8861 |
9486 |
Another Year |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 13 readings of Another Year, by Frances Ridley Havergal. This was the weekly poem for December 28, 2014, to January 3, 2015. - Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/another-year-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
librivox readers bring 13 readings another year frances ridley havergal weekly poem december 28 2014 january 3 2015 summary esther ben simonides p |
| 8919 |
8862 |
9487 |
Country Doctor |
Sarah Orne Jewett |
Published 1800 -1900 |
A Country Doctor is a fiction novel by American author Sarah Orne Jewett. The book, which was first published in 1884, was based on the relationship between Jewett and her physician father. The main character of A Country Doctor, Nan, is a young woman who encounters much strife when she decides to go against the traditional values of the day and become a doctor. The book has been listed as an example of the shift in the perception of the role of women in society, with the main character of Nan choosing to pursue her career in medicine rather than a marriage and family - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-country-doctor-by-sarah-orne-jewett/ |
country doctor fiction novel american author sarah orne jewett book first published 1884 based relationship jewett physician father main character country doctor nan young woman encounters much strife decides go traditional values day become doctor book listed example shift perception role women society main character nan choosing pursue career medicine rather marriage family summary wikipedia p |
| 8920 |
8863 |
9488 |
Soul of a People |
Harold Fielding Hall |
Memoirs |
In The Soul of a People, Englishman H. Fielding explores the beliefs of the Burmese people. He offers an understandable, and yet thorough, explanation of Buddhism, and illustrates the many ways the people of Burma (Myanmar) live their faith. He also provides a glimpse into the folk-practices surrounding Nats--the spirits of individuals who have suffered traumatic deaths, who now seek peace among ancient trees. Fielding, who lived in Burma for many years, gives us an intimate, first-hand account of a people he came to admire. Although first published in 1898, it remains a pertinent and thought-provoking read. (Summary by Carol Fullerton-Samsel) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-a-people-by-harold-fielding/ |
soul people englishman h fielding explores beliefs burmese people offers understandable yet thorough explanation buddhism illustrates many ways people burma myanmar live faith also provides glimpse folk practices surrounding nats the spirits individuals suffered traumatic deaths seek peace among ancient trees fielding lived burma many years gives us intimate first hand account people came admire although first published 1898 remains pertinent thought provoking read summary carol fullerton samsel |
| 8921 |
8865 |
9490 |
Ned Franks, or The Christian's Panoply |
Charlotte Maria Tucker |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
Ned Franks, a one-armed Christian sailor, returns to his sister's home after several years away at sea. She and her son are not Christians, and are cold toward him, viewing him as a hindrance and expense. By his upright, kind behavior and willingness to work, he soon begins supporting himself and becomes well-liked in the community, especially by the children. Various other characters face and overcome challenges, including a servant girl who breaks a habit of dishonesty and a Jew who is faced with the reality that Jesus Christ is the Messiah. The design of this story is unique, as each chapter demonstrates a new fruit of the Spirit as described in Galatians 5:22-23. Excellent for children and adults of all ages. - Summary by Alayna May</p> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/ned-franks-or-the-christians-panoply-by-charlotte-maria-tucker/ |
ned franks one armed christian sailor returns sister s home several years away sea son christians cold toward him viewing hindrance expense upright kind behavior willingness work soon begins supporting becomes well liked community especially children various characters face overcome challenges including servant girl breaks habit dishonesty jew faced reality jesus christ messiah design story unique chapter demonstrates new fruit spirit described galatians 5 22 23 excellent children adults ages summary alayna may p |
| 8922 |
8866 |
9491 |
Uncle Of An Angel |
Thomas A. Janvier |
Humorous Fiction |
In what I have read so far this book appears to be a humorous character study on two levels. That between the uncle and niece and that of polite society in the 19th century. Anything can happen. I for one want to find out what will happen!! - Summary by Susan Morin (solo reader)</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-uncle-of-an-angel-by-thomas-a-janvier/ |
read far book appears humorous character study two levels uncle niece polite society 19th century anything happen one want find happen summary susan morin solo reader p |
| 8923 |
8867 |
9492 |
One-Act Play Collection 008 |
Various |
Plays |
Librivox’s One-Act Play Collection 008 includes one-act plays in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members.<br>Project BC:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br><br>\n<b>At A Garden Party</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nMr Demure:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 1724 "> Anna Simon </a><br>\nMrs Pattallon: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nMr Tablett: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nSecond Lady:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nFirst Lady: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nPhil: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nMrs Maynard Gery:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nMr Chuck:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nMrs Hussiffe:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nMrs St Patticker:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9737 "> Diana Schmidt </a><br>\nToto:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nMrs Prattleton: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9921 "> April Walters </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br><br>\n<b>Cinderella</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8677 "> KHand </a><br>\nFairy Godmother: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3645 "> MaryAnn </a><br>\nMother:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nPeggy Cinderella: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nMabel:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nLucy: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8296 "> Bria Snow </a><br>\nHerald:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nPrince:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br><br>\n<b>Daniel and the Devil</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nThe Devil: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nDaniel:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nBeelzebub:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2911 "> David Lawrence </a><br><br>\n<b>The Exchange</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nThe Judge: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nRich Man:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nImp:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6990 ">Crystal Gattis </a><br>\nVain Woman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nPoorman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a></b><br><br>\n<b>The Hour Glass</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nA Wise Man:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9961 "> Mike Justice </a><br>\nA Fool: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nPupil:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nPupil: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nPupil:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nAn Angel:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9508 "> Jessie Yun </a><br>\nWise Mans Wife: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nChild:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9508 "> Jessie Yun </a><br>\nChild: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9921 "> April Walters </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8447 "> Anastasiia Solokha </a><br><br>\n<b>Human Nature</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5261 "> Ali Kazerani </a><br>\nMan:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nWoman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9737 "> Diana Schmidt </a><br>\nFirst Celestial Figure:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9884 "> Xenablue </a><br>\nSecond Celestial Figure: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9921 "> April Walters </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br><br>\n<b>Not Smart</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nMilo Tate: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nMaddie The Maid:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6990 ">Crystal Gattis </a><br>\nFannie Tate:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9442"> Vanessa Cooley </a><br>\nMrs Painter:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9884 "> Xenablue </a><br>\nMr Snow:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br><br>\n<b>The Pierrot and the Minute</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nMoon Maiden:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nPierrot: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br><br>\n<b>The Sacred Place</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nSaid Shah Shereef: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nConstable Matthews: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6097 "> Phil Benson </a><br>\nRam Chandra:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nRev Jordan:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425 "> Larry Wilson </a><br>\nMuhammed: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nAkbar Almad:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nAbdulla:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br><br>\n<b>The Second Story Man</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nHarvey: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nJim: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nHelen:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nBC, PL, Editor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-008/ |
librivox s one act play collection 008 includes one act plays public domain read variety librivox members br project bc a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br b at garden party b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br mr demure a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br mrs pattallon a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr tablett a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br second lady a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br first lady a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br phil a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs maynard gery a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br mr chuck a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br mrs hussiffe a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mrs st patticker a href https librivox org reader 9737 diana schmidt a br toto a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br mrs prattleton a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br b cinderella b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br fairy godmother a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br mother a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br peggy cinderella a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mabel a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br lucy a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a br herald a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br prince a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br br b daniel devil b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br devil a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br daniel a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br beelzebub a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br br b the exchange b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br judge a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br rich man a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br imp a href https librivox org reader 6990 crystal gattis a br vain woman a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br poorman a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a b br br b the hour glass b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br wise man a href https librivox org reader 9961 mike justice a br fool a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pupil a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br pupil a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br pupil a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br angel a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br wise mans wife a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br child a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br child a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 8447 anastasiia solokha a br br b human nature b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 5261 ali kazerani a br man a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br woman a href https librivox org reader 9737 diana schmidt a br first celestial figure a href https librivox org reader 9884 xenablue a br second celestial figure a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br br b not smart b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br milo tate a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br maddie maid a href https librivox org reader 6990 crystal gattis a br fannie tate a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br mrs painter a href https librivox org reader 9884 xenablue a br mr snow a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br br b the pierrot minute b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br moon maiden a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br pierrot a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br br b the sacred place b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br said shah shereef a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br constable matthews a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br ram chandra a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br rev jordan a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br muhammed a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br akbar almad a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br abdulla a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br b the second story man b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br harvey a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br jim a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br helen a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br bc pl editor a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br br |
| 8924 |
8868 |
9493 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. IV, No 2, August 1898 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Good listening for anyone with a love of nature! - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-2-august-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature good listening anyone love nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 8925 |
8869 |
9494 |
Status Quo |
Dallas McCord Reynolds |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Larry Woolford is a government agent, tasked with investigating subversive activity. He does everything an ambitious young man should do if he wants to succeed: wear the right clothes, listen to the right music, even drink vodka martinis. Then he stumbles across a conspiracy of Weirds plotting to overthow the entire existing social order. It's a race against time. Can he stop their fiendish plan, and keep America safe for shallow judgements based on status symbols?\n\nStatus Quo was nominated for the 1962 Hugo Award for short fiction. - Summary by Peter Eastman</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/status-quo-by-dallas-mccord-reynolds/ |
larry woolford government agent tasked investigating subversive activity everything ambitious young man wants succeed wear right clothes listen right music even drink vodka martinis stumbles across conspiracy weirds plotting overthow entire existing social order race time stop fiendish plan keep america safe shallow judgements based status symbols status quo nominated 1962 hugo award short fiction summary peter eastman p |
| 8926 |
8870 |
9495 |
Philosophy of Logical Atomism |
Bertrand Russell |
Philosophy, Modern |
'The Philosophy of Logical Atomism' is a series of lectures by Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) that touches on numerous topics, including the nature of propositions, the relations of propositions to facts and of different types of words to the varieties of things, what kinds of facts there are, existence, monism and pluralism, and aspects of philosophical logic and of reference. Guiding the lectures, at least according to Russell's headnote to his lectures, is Russell's intent to fully flesh out ideas he learned from his former pupil, Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951). - Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-philosophy-of-logical-atomism-by-bertrand-russell/ |
the philosophy logical atomism series lectures bertrand russell 1872 1970 touches numerous topics including nature propositions relations propositions facts different types words varieties things kinds facts are existence monism pluralism aspects philosophical logic reference guiding lectures least according russell s headnote lectures russell s intent fully flesh ideas learned former pupil ludwig wittgenstein 1889 1951 summary landon d c elkind p |
| 8927 |
10259 |
10902 |
Rough Justice |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
Who murdered Lisa Rainer? Is it her former lover who went to seek fortune in Africa and fell in love with another on the way back? Were there any blood motives? Detective John Thorne would have to discover. Inspired by a true story, this novel is a page turner. Yet this is not only a detective novel. It deals with class, gender, propriety and family. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/rough-justice-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
murdered lisa rainer former lover went seek fortune africa fell love another way back blood motives detective john thorne would discover inspired true story novel page turner yet detective novel deals class gender propriety family summary stav nisser |
| 8928 |
8871 |
9496 |
Epistolae, the letters of Dante |
Dante Alighieri |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This volume contains the thirteen letters of the poet Dante Alighieri translated from their original Latin, including the famous and controversial letter to his patron Cangrande della Scala. The letters provide a good deal of context for the reader of Dante regarding his political and philosophical positions. In the final letter, the authenticity of which has been hotly contested by scholars, the author dedicates the Paradiso to the Veronese Cangrande, explains his Divine Comedy's title (then just Comedy), and discusses much of the work's content. Summary by Mary J.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/epistolae-the-letters-of-dante-by-dante-alighieri/ |
volume contains thirteen letters poet dante alighieri translated original latin including famous controversial letter patron cangrande della scala letters provide good deal context reader dante regarding political philosophical positions final letter authenticity hotly contested scholars author dedicates paradiso veronese cangrande explains divine comedy s title then comedy discusses much work s content summary mary j p |
| 8929 |
8872 |
9497 |
Adventskalender 2015 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General Fiction, Poetry |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen.</p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2015-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen p |
| 8930 |
8873 |
9498 |
Short Poetry Collection 140 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 32 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2015.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-140-by-various/ |
collection 32 poems read librivox volunteers january 2015 p |
| 8931 |
8874 |
9499 |
Enquiry Into The Causes Of The Late Increase Of Robbers |
Henry Fielding |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Early eighteenth century England saw the criminal element bargaining with magistrates and lawyers to be released or receive lenient sentences. Neither party could be trusted and the situation grew worse. Enter famed author Henry Fielding, who had a strong social conscience and served as a magistrate. In addition to this treatise, he began a register of convicted criminals, and recruited six full-time, paid constables - known colloquially as "The Bow Street Runners" and hailed as the forerunners of the modern police force. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/an-enquiry-into-the-causes-of-the-late-increase-of-robbers-by-henry-fielding/ |
early eighteenth century england saw criminal element bargaining magistrates lawyers released receive lenient sentences neither party could trusted situation grew worse enter famed author henry fielding strong social conscience served magistrate addition treatise began register convicted criminals recruited six full time paid constables known colloquially the bow street runners hailed forerunners modern police force summary lynne thompson p |
| 8932 |
8875 |
9500 |
Lalka (tom 3) |
Bolesław Prus |
Literary Fiction |
Ostatni tom dzieła Bolesława Prusa o miłości kupca Stanisława Wokulskiego do młodej arystokratki Izabeli Łęckiej osadzonego w szczegółowo odmalowanej Warszawie. (Summary by Piotr Nater) \n<br/>\n<br/> |
Polish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/lalka-tom-3-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
ostatni tom dzieła bolesława prusa miłości kupca stanisława wokulskiego młodej arystokratki izabeli łęckiej osadzonego w szczegółowo odmalowanej warszawie summary piotr nater br br |
| 8933 |
8876 |
9502 |
Sally Simpkin's Lament; or, John Jones's Kit-Cat-Astrophe |
Thomas Hood |
Humorous Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Sally Simpkin's Lament; or, John Jones's Kit-Cat-Astrophe by Thomas Hood.</br>\n This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 4, 2015.</p>\n\nThomas Hood was a British humorist and poet, born in London. (Summary From Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sally-simpkins-lament-or-john-jones-kit-cat-astrophe-by-thomas-hood/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings sally simpkin s lament or john jones s kit cat astrophe thomas hood br fortnightly poetry project january 4 2015 p thomas hood british humorist poet born london summary wikipedia p |
| 8934 |
8877 |
9503 |
Aventuras de Robinsón Crusoe |
Daniel Defoe |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Robinson Crusoe, único superviviente de un naufragio, es arrastrado por las olas a la playa de una isla desierta. Robinson, confiando en su ingenio, hará de todo para poder sobrevivir. Pero un día descubre que no está completamente solo en la isla... (Tux) </p> |
Spanish |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/aventuras-de-robinson-crusoe-by-daniel-defoe/ |
robinson crusoe único superviviente de un naufragio es arrastrado por las olas la playa de una isla desierta robinson confiando en su ingenio hará de todo para poder sobrevivir pero un día descubre que está completamente solo en la isla tux p |
| 8935 |
8878 |
9504 |
Anne Severn and the Fieldings |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
Written in an era of cheap, formulaic romantic fiction, the nuanced, seditious, quietly erotic novels of May Sinclair stand out like literature from another era entirely. There is romance in “Anne Severn & the Fieldings,” but it’s romance of the best and profoundest kind, set in the context of authentic human personalities and tragic historical events. The motherless Anne Severn is adopted into the Fielding family and grows up in intimate friendship with the three Fielding sons, all of whom love her. World War I explodes into their lives with hideous effect, sending all three sons back damaged in one way or another. Anne herself sees the horrors of war as an ambulance driver, meeting along the way (in a whimsical little self-referential sentence) a “queer little middle-aged lady out for a job at the front” whom we recognize as May Sinclair herself, who volunteered for just such an adventure in 1914. Sinclair always was half-Victorian, half-modern, so it is no surprise to find her using subtle, lovely, dreamlike, decorous prose to undermine social conventions on all sides. Most startling, perhaps, is the unambiguous sexuality that complicates the lives of her characters, troubling marriages and consummating true love. She creates personalities about whom we care much more than we care about proprieties and social boundaries, and Anne Severn stands as one of Sinclair’s most courageous and compelling heroines. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/anne-severn-and-the-fieldings-by-may-sinclair/ |
written era cheap formulaic romantic fiction nuanced seditious quietly erotic novels may sinclair stand like literature another era entirely romance anne severn fieldings it s romance best profoundest kind set context authentic human personalities tragic historical events motherless anne severn adopted fielding family grows intimate friendship three fielding sons love her world war explodes lives hideous effect sending three sons back damaged one way another anne sees horrors war ambulance driver meeting along way in whimsical little self referential sentence queer little middle aged lady job front recognize may sinclair herself volunteered adventure 1914 sinclair always half victorian half modern surprise find using subtle lovely dreamlike decorous prose undermine social conventions sides startling perhaps unambiguous sexuality complicates lives characters troubling marriages consummating true love creates personalities care much care proprieties social boundaries anne severn stands one sinclair s courageous compelling heroines summary expatriate p |
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8879 |
9505 |
Schoolboys in Winter |
John Clare |
School |
Librivox volunteers bring you 7 readings of Schoolboys in Winter, by John Clare. This was the weekly poem for the week of January 4, 2015. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/schoolboys-in-winter-by-john-clare/ |
librivox volunteers bring 7 readings schoolboys winter john clare weekly poem week january 4 2015 summary rachel p |
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8927 |
9553 |
Some Everyday Folk and Dawn |
Miles Franklin |
Published 1900 onward |
It is 1904 and women's suffrage has hit the small town of Noonoon. Though the election campaigners preen themselves for the women's vote, the fight isn't entirely won, for the male residents are bristling at this threat to their supremacy. And down at Clay's there are other problems too: Dawn is now a young woman and in these days of slender chances Grandma Clay must keep an eye on the marriage market. But Dawn, lively and outspoken wants a career on the stage. - Summary by Trove - National Library of Australia |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/some-everyday-folk-and-dawn-by-miles-franklin/ |
1904 women s suffrage hit small town noonoon though election campaigners preen women s vote fight entirely won male residents bristling threat supremacy clay s problems too dawn young woman days slender chances grandma clay must keep eye marriage market dawn lively outspoken wants career stage summary trove national library australia |
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9506 |
Portent |
George MacDonald |
Fantasy Fiction |
Overshadowed by the dark legend of the murderous rider of the horse with the loose shoe, Duncan Campbell sets out from his home in the Highlands to make his fortune in the world. When he finds the woman whose destiny is mingled with his, he must overcome first her indifference, then the malice of her family, then the forces of space and time. Will he ever put to rest the old curse?</p>\n\nGeorge MacDonald was an influence on many famous fantasy writers, including C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L'Engle. This fantasy romance derives from MacDonald's own Celtic tradition of the "Second Sight". It is a daydream, but one which holds up a mirror to human nature and shows us the truth of ourselves, as well as being a work of art in itself. (summary by Beth Thomas and Gemma Myers) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-portent-by-george-macdonald/ |
overshadowed dark legend murderous rider horse loose shoe duncan campbell sets home highlands make fortune world finds woman whose destiny mingled his must overcome first indifference malice family forces space time ever put rest old curse p george macdonald influence many famous fantasy writers including c s lewis j r r tolkien madeleine l engle fantasy romance derives macdonald s celtic tradition second sight daydream one holds mirror human nature shows us truth ourselves well work art itself summary beth thomas gemma myers p |
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8881 |
9507 |
Six Stories |
George MacDonald |
Fantasy Fiction |
Six short stories from the master of fantasy! George MacDonald was an influence on many famous fantasy writers, including C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Madeleine L'Engle. This fantasy story collection includes The Cruel Painter (a vampire story), The Castle, The Wow O'Riven (a love story), The Broken Swords (a tale of war and redemption), The Gray Wolf (a werewolf story) and Uncle Cornelius: His Story. (Summary by Beth Thomas and Maxine) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/six-stories-by-george-macdonald/ |
six short stories master fantasy george macdonald influence many famous fantasy writers including c s lewis j r r tolkien madeleine l engle fantasy story collection includes cruel painter a vampire story castle wow o riven a love story broken swords a tale war redemption gray wolf a werewolf story uncle cornelius story summary beth thomas maxine p |
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9508 |
Dot and the Kangaroo (version 2) |
Ethel C. Pedley |
Animals & Nature |
A 5-year-old girl named Dot is lost in the outback after chasing a hare into the wood and losing sight of her home. She is approached by a red kangaroo who gives her some berries to eat. Upon eating the berries, Dot is able to understand the language of all animals, and she tells the kangaroo her plight. The kangaroo, who has lost her own joey, decides to help little Dot despite her own fear of humans. The book is filled with criticism on negative human interference in the wild in 1884. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/dot-and-the-kangaroo-by-ethel-c-pedley-2/ |
5 year old girl named dot lost outback chasing hare wood losing sight home approached red kangaroo gives berries eat upon eating berries dot able understand language animals tells kangaroo plight kangaroo lost joey decides help little dot despite fear humans book filled criticism negative human interference wild 1884 summary wikipedia p |
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9509 |
Sacred Meditations |
Johann Gerhard |
Christianity - Other |
Meditationes Sacrae, was first published in Latin in 1606 when Gerhard was only twenty-two years old. It consists of 51 brief meditations on various aspects of the Christian life. Nearly four hundred years after its first appearance, it remains the only work published by such a young author that has stood the test of time. Frequently reprinted in Latin, it has also been translated into most European languages as well as Greek and Arabic. While not a large book, it is impactive beyond its size. - Jonathan Lange</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/sacred-meditations-by-johann-gerhard/ |
meditationes sacrae first published latin 1606 gerhard twenty two years old consists 51 brief meditations various aspects christian life nearly four hundred years first appearance remains work published young author stood test time frequently reprinted latin also translated european languages well greek arabic large book impactive beyond size jonathan lange p |
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8884 |
9510 |
Love Romances of the Aristocracy |
Thornton Hall |
Biography & Autobiography |
There are countless romances set in the British upper class, but the hearts of the real-life counterparts of the fictional heroes have also been conquered, lost, or broken. The real peerage has lived through romances and scandals as outrageous as their fictional cousins, and this book is sharing all the gossip about those adventures. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/love-romances-of-the-aristocracy-by-thornton-hall/ |
countless romances set british upper class hearts real life counterparts fictional heroes also conquered lost broken real peerage lived romances scandals outrageous fictional cousins book sharing gossip adventures summary carolin |
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8885 |
9511 |
T. De Witt Talmage As I Knew Him |
Thomas De Witt Talmage |
Religion |
The Autobiography of Thomas De Witt Talmage, he was one of the most prominent religious leaders in the United States during the mid 19th century. His sermons which have been put into writing are convicting, informative and well worth reading or listening to, just as his life is. Full of the spirit of God his life is a testiomony and encouragement even today, years afterhis death.</p>This book was written by himself and his wife, Eleanor McCutcheon Collier Talmage. The first 17 chapters written by Mr. Talmage and the last five were witten by his wife.( fiddlesticks) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/t-de-witt-talmage-as-i-knew-him-by-thomas-de-witt-talmage/ |
autobiography thomas de witt talmage one prominent religious leaders united states mid 19th century sermons put writing convicting informative well worth reading listening to life is full spirit god life testiomony encouragement even today years afterhis death p this book written wife eleanor mccutcheon collier talmage first 17 chapters written mr talmage last five witten wife fiddlesticks p |
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8886 |
9512 |
Sailor's Lass |
Emma Leslie |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
On a dark and story night, the Coombers find a little girl. Who is she? - Summary by EstherbenSimonides<br /><br />Proof Listening provided by Fiddlesticks and Tawnya Roy<br /><br /> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-sailors-lass-by-emma-leslie/ |
dark story night coombers find little girl she summary estherbensimonides br br proof listening provided fiddlesticks tawnya roy br br |
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8928 |
9554 |
Birds and all Nature, Vol. IV, No 3, September 1898 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-3-september-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
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8887 |
9513 |
King of Alsander (Dramatic Reading) |
James Elroy Flecker |
Dramatic Readings, Fantasy Fiction |
First published in 1914, the King of Alsander is the only novel by James Elroy Flecker, best known as a poet, but also a noted scholar, linguist and diplomat. Flecker's love of learning, language and travel, and his keen satirical insight into politics are all in evidence in this phantasmagoric tale. As the author himself describes it: Here is a tale all romance - a tale such as only a Poet can write for you, O appreciative and generous Public - a tale of madmen, kings, scholars, grocers, consuls, and Jews: a tale with two heroines, both of an extreme and indescribable beauty: a tale of the South and of sunshine, wherein will be found disguises, mysteries, conspiracies, fights, at least one good whipping, and plenty of blood and love and absurdity: a very old sort of tale: a tale as joyously improbable as life itself.\n - Summary by Algy Pug<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNorman Price: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>\nJohn Oggs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>\nLabourer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>\nMrs Gaffekin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nNancy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nPeronella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nMalsprita: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nGuard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nCrowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nVicar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nOld Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nWilliam Price: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nCanthrop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nCesano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nWizened Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nConsul: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nVorza: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nColonel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nVicar’s Daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nWidow Prasko: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nShopkeeper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nPresident: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nArnolfo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nIanthe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nDrakina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nCuvas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nPeter Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nLady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br>\nJohn Gaffekin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nKing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nButler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nDoctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nClerk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nMakzelo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nFather Algio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nCaptain of the Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8172">Alan Weyman</a><br>\nShoemaker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nCount Arnolfo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\n<b>Proof Listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-alsander-dramatic-reading-by-james-elroy-flecker/ |
first published 1914 king alsander novel james elroy flecker best known poet also noted scholar linguist diplomat flecker s love learning language travel keen satirical insight politics evidence phantasmagoric tale author describes it tale romance tale poet write you appreciative generous public tale madmen kings scholars grocers consuls jews tale two heroines extreme indescribable beauty tale south sunshine wherein found disguises mysteries conspiracies fights least one good whipping plenty blood love absurdity old sort tale tale joyously improbable life itself summary algy pug br br cast list br norman price a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br john oggs a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br labourer a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br mrs gaffekin a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br nancy a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br peronella a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br malsprita a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br guard a href https librivox org reader 8172 michele eaton a br crowd a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br vicar a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br old man a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br william price a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br canthrop a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br cesano a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br wizened man a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br consul a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br vorza a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br colonel a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br vicar s daughter a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br widow prasko a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br shopkeeper a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br president a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br arnolfo a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br ianthe a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br drakina a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br cuvas a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br peter smith a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br lady a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br john gaffekin a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br king a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br butler a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br doctor a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br clerk a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br makzelo a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br father algio a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br captain guard a href https librivox org reader 8172 alan weyman a br shoemaker a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br count arnolfo a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br b proof listener b a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br |
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9514 |
Colour of Life |
Alice Meynell |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of essays by English poet and author Alice Meynell. The essays in this volume share a dream-like quality, as they explore in few words an idea or a phenomenon observed by the author. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-colour-of-life-by-alice-meynell/ |
collection essays english poet author alice meynell essays volume share dream like quality explore words idea phenomenon observed author summary carolin |
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8889 |
9515 |
Ice March - Ледяной поход |
Roman Gul |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Роман Гуль «Ледяной поход (С Корниловым)». Воспоминания о первом походе Добровольческой армии генерала Корнилова на Кубань, её движении с боями от Ростова-на-Дону к Екатеринодару и обратно на Дон во время Гражданской войны.</p>\nIce March (with Kornilov). Memoir. On 24 February 1918, as Rostov and the Don Cossack capital of Novocherkassk fell to the Bolsheviks, General Lavr Kornilov led the Volunteer Army on the epic 'Ice March' into the empty steppe towards the Kuban. Although badly outnumbered, he escaped destruction from pursuing Bolshevik forces and laid siege to Ekaterinodar. (Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky) </p> |
Russian |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/ice-march-by-roman-gul/ |
роман гуль ледяной поход с корниловым воспоминания о первом походе добровольческой армии генерала корнилова на кубань её движении с боями от ростова на дону к екатеринодару и обратно на дон во время гражданской войны p ice march with kornilov memoir 24 february 1918 rostov cossack capital novocherkassk fell bolsheviks general lavr kornilov led volunteer army epic ice march empty steppe towards kuban although badly outnumbered escaped destruction pursuing bolshevik forces laid siege ekaterinodar wikipedia mark chulsky p |
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8890 |
9516 |
Aus allen Winkeln - Erzählungen |
Hermann Heiberg |
Single Author Collections |
Heiberg wird von den Naturalisten als deren Vorreiter angesehen. Er war ein Vielschreiber (ca. 80 Novellensammlungen und Romane).<br>\nSeine Themen fand er durch genaue Beobachtung seiner Umgebung.<br>\nIn den hier vorliegenden Erzählungen treffen wir auf Menschen, deren große Gefühle vor allem auf bürgerlichen Werten wie Ehre, Treue, Redlichkeit fußen. Enge Familienbindung ist vorherrschend, die Rolle der Familie als Keimzelle der Gesellschaft wird deutlich. <br>\nIn fesselnder Darstellungsweise wird der Leser (Zuhörer) in den Bann gezogen und ist oftmals geneigt, mit den Helden mitzufiebern.<br>\nDie Geschichten enden in der Regel glücklich und voller Harmonie und selbst tragische Handlungsverläufe stimmen nicht pessimistisch und die Helden genießen unsere Sympathie. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich)</p> |
German |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/aus-allen-winkeln-erzaehlungen-by-hermann-heiberg/ |
heiberg wird von den naturalisten als deren vorreiter angesehen er war ein vielschreiber ca 80 novellensammlungen und romane br seine themen fand er durch genaue beobachtung seiner umgebung br den hier vorliegenden erzählungen treffen wir auf menschen deren große gefühle vor allem auf bürgerlichen werten wie ehre treue redlichkeit fußen enge familienbindung ist vorherrschend die rolle der familie als keimzelle der gesellschaft wird deutlich br fesselnder darstellungsweise wird der leser zuhörer den bann gezogen und ist oftmals geneigt mit den helden mitzufiebern br die geschichten enden der regel glücklich und voller harmonie und selbst tragische handlungsverläufe stimmen nicht pessimistisch und die helden genießen unsere sympathie zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
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8891 |
9517 |
Private Sex Advice to Women |
R. B. Armitage |
Family & Relationships, Health & Fitness |
In this book the writer thereof seeks to convey to women—particularly to young wives and women expecting to be married—certain important facts of knowledge, certain necessary information, which all such women should possess, but which few are given the opportunity to acquire. <br> The writer of the present work is one of the rapidly growing number of thinking persons who believe that the time has come to educate the race concerning the importance of sane instruction concerning the functions of sex. He, and those who think as he does, believe that the time has come to "Turn on the Light!" They believe that the importance of the subject will be realized by all intelligent persons, once that their attention is directed to the subject, and once they have considered it apart from the old prejudices and distorted customs. When public opinion on this subject is reformed, then will the taboo fall away from the body of truth; then will the subject take its place among the "respectable" topics which may be considered, discussed, and taught, without loss of caste or prestige. (From the Preface by R. B. Armitage MD )</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/private-sex-advice-to-women-by-r-b-armitage/ |
book writer thereof seeks convey women particularly young wives women expecting married certain important facts knowledge certain necessary information women possess given opportunity acquire br writer present work one rapidly growing number thinking persons believe time come educate race concerning importance sane instruction concerning functions sex he think does believe time come turn light believe importance subject realized intelligent persons attention directed subject considered apart old prejudices distorted customs public opinion subject reformed taboo fall away body truth subject take place among respectable topics may considered discussed taught without loss caste prestige from preface r b armitage md p |
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8892 |
9518 |
Extraordinary Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar (version 3) |
Maurice Leblanc |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A series of loosely related short stories of the early adventures of France's famous gentleman burglar, Arsène Lupin, as told by an admirer and trusted friend. (Cate Barrat)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-extraordinary-adventures-of-arsene-lupin-gentleman-burglar-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
series loosely related short stories early adventures france s famous gentleman burglar arsène lupin told admirer trusted friend cate barrat p |
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8893 |
9519 |
Hunters of the Hills |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure |
"The Hunters of the Hills" is the first volume of a series dealing with the great struggle of France and England and their colonies for dominion in North America, culminating with the fall of Quebec. It is also concerned to a large extent with the Iroquois, the mighty league known in their own language as the Hodenosaunee, for the favor of which both French and English were high bidders. In his treatment of the theme the author has consulted many authorities, and he is not conscious of any historical error. - Summary taken from the Preface</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunters-of-the-hills-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the hunters hills first volume series dealing great struggle france england colonies dominion north america culminating fall quebec also concerned large extent iroquois mighty league known language hodenosaunee favor french english high bidders treatment theme author consulted many authorities conscious historical error summary taken preface p |
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8895 |
9521 |
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-H-8083-25A |
Federal Aviation Administration |
Education, Technology & Engineering |
"The Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. Except for the Code of Federal Regulations pertinent to civil aviation, most of the knowledge areas applicable to pilot certification are presented. This handbook is useful to beginning pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced pilot certificates." (Summary from the preface) <br/>\nStudy of the handbook should include the PDF from the FAA, which is available at <a href="http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/">http://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/</a>. <br/> |
English |
2008 |
https://librivox.org/pilots-handbook-of-aeronautical-knowledge-faa-h-8083-25a-by-federal-aviation-administration/ |
the pilot s handbook aeronautical knowledge provides basic knowledge essential pilots handbook introduces pilots broad spectrum knowledge needed progress pilot training except code federal regulations pertinent civil aviation knowledge areas applicable pilot certification presented handbook useful beginning pilots well pursuing advanced pilot certificates summary preface br study handbook include pdf faa available a href http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals http www faa gov regulations_policies handbooks_manuals a br |
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8896 |
9522 |
Whilomville Stories |
Stephen Crane |
Single Author Collections |
This collection consists of thirteen stories. The stories are set in the mythical town of Whilomville used by Stephen Crane for many of his best stories. They appeared in Harper's New Monthly Magazine between 1899 and 1900. The writing is crisp, the stories are poignant and funny (usually) and always tell us something about our quirky human nature. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/whilomville-stories-by-stephen-crane/ |
collection consists thirteen stories stories set mythical town whilomville used stephen crane many best stories appeared harper s new monthly magazine 1899 1900 writing crisp stories poignant funny usually always tell us something quirky human nature summary phil chenevert p |
| 8955 |
8897 |
9523 |
Canterville Ghost (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
A modern American family move into a traditionally drafty and very haunted English mansion. So far so good but anyone knowing Wilde can expect twists and turns to make it interesting. In this cast the crusty old ghost has a tough time convincing the family he exists and then in frightening them. This is extremely frustrating of course to him and as the protagonist of the story, takes matters (and non-matters) into his hands to deal with the upstart and irreverent new tenants. (phil chenevert )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-canterville-ghost-version-2-by-oscar-wilde/ |
modern american family move traditionally drafty haunted english mansion far good anyone knowing wilde expect twists turns make interesting cast crusty old ghost tough time convincing family exists frightening them extremely frustrating course protagonist story takes matters and non matters hands deal upstart irreverent new tenants phil chenevert p |
| 8956 |
8898 |
9524 |
Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor Vol 1 |
Thomas Lansing Masson |
Humorous Fiction, Anthologies, Humor |
Volume 1 of a ten volume collection of amusing tales, observations and anecdotes by America's greatest wordsmiths. This work includes selections by such household favorites as Mark Twain, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Benjamin Franklin and Washington Irving. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/little-masterpieces-of-american-wit-and-humor-vol-1-by-thomas-lansing-masson/ |
volume 1 ten volume collection amusing tales observations anecdotes america s greatest wordsmiths work includes selections household favorites mark twain oliver wendell holmes benjamin franklin washington irving summary lynne thompson p |
| 8957 |
8899 |
9525 |
Woman's Experiences in the Great War |
Louise Mack |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
An eye-witness account of the fall of Antwerp to the Germans in the opening months of World War I, Mack’s story has passages of extraordinary vividness and immediacy. Flawed by the most treacly sentiment in some places and the most ferocious anti-German invective in others, her account endures as an uncommonly forthright, passionate testimony to those tragic events and the ordinary people who were the true heroes of them. As a forty-something, coquettish war correspondent wrapped in sable furs and speaking French in her native Australian accent, she seems to have inspired amusement in some observers, but her courage in the face of wartime brutality bordered on suicidal effrontery, as she insisted time after time on having a vantage-point in the most dangerous places at the most dangerous times. Perhaps over-generous to the “little” Belgians (who had not long before this been perpetrators of hideous imperial atrocities themselves), she is able to be honest even about those she admires most, pointing out, for example, the appalling number of spies among the Belgian population and the foibles of those who claimed to be its leaders. There are startling moments in this book, riveting details that could only have been recorded by an eyewitness as audacious and authentic as Mack, no matter her sentimental biases. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-womans-experiences-in-the-great-war-by-louise-mack/ |
eye witness account fall antwerp germans opening months world war i mack s story passages extraordinary vividness immediacy flawed treacly sentiment places ferocious anti german invective others account endures uncommonly forthright passionate testimony tragic events ordinary people true heroes them forty something coquettish war correspondent wrapped sable furs speaking french native australian accent seems inspired amusement observers courage face wartime brutality bordered suicidal effrontery insisted time time vantage point dangerous places dangerous times perhaps over generous little belgians who long perpetrators hideous imperial atrocities themselves able honest even admires most pointing out example appalling number spies among belgian population foibles claimed leaders startling moments book riveting details could recorded eyewitness audacious authentic mack matter sentimental biases summary expatriate p |
| 8958 |
8900 |
9526 |
First Chapter Collection 003 |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Librivox First Chapter Collection 003 - a collection of the first chapters of 15 different books, chosen by Librivox volunteers. <br><br>This volume includes the first chapters of books by Andrew Murray, William Dean Howells, Charles Dickens, Frederick Marryat, and others, plus Bible readings from the Reina Valera (Spanish) and King James versions, and more! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-003/ |
librivox first chapter collection 003 collection first chapters 15 different books chosen librivox volunteers br br this volume includes first chapters books andrew murray william dean howells charles dickens frederick marryat others plus bible readings reina valera spanish king james versions more summary rachel p |
| 8959 |
8901 |
9527 |
Some Problems of Philosophy |
William James |
Philosophy |
For several years before his death Professor William James cherished the purpose of stating his views on certain problems of metaphysics in a book addressed particularly to readers of philosophy. He began the actual writing of this 'introductory text-book for students in metaphysics,' as he once called it, in March, 1909, and to complete it was at last his dearest ambition. But illness, and other demands on his diminished strength, continued to interfere, and what is now published is all that he had succeeded in writing when he died in August, 1910. - Summary by Henry James, Jr.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/some-problems-of-philosophy-by-william-james/ |
several years death professor william james cherished purpose stating views certain problems metaphysics book addressed particularly readers philosophy began actual writing introductory text book students metaphysics called it march 1909 complete last dearest ambition illness demands diminished strength continued interfere published succeeded writing died august 1910 summary henry james jr p |
| 8960 |
8902 |
9528 |
Most Blessed For Ever |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 9 readings of Most Blessed For Ever, by Frances Ridley Havergal. This was the weekly poem for January 11 to 18, 2015. (Summary by EstherbenSimonides)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/most-blessed-for-ever-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
librivox readers bring 9 readings blessed ever frances ridley havergal weekly poem january 11 18 2015 summary estherbensimonides p |
| 8961 |
8903 |
9529 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 037 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake, blow-pipe weapons, Oriental china; impressions of America by Enrico Caruso, Oscar Wilde, and Charles W. Eliot; Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass; film directors Ernst Lubitsch and King Vidor; architect Louis Sullivan; Roe vs. Wade, women's rights; microphobia, the Boy Scouts, Kentucky's blue-grass region, and wintry weather. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-037-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include 1906 san francisco earthquake blow pipe weapons oriental china impressions america enrico caruso oscar wilde charles w eliot abraham lincoln frederick douglass film directors ernst lubitsch king vidor architect louis sullivan roe vs wade women s rights microphobia boy scouts kentucky s blue grass region wintry weather summary sue anderson p |
| 8962 |
8904 |
9530 |
Hero Tales from American History (version 2) |
Henry Cabot Lodge |
General, History |
The purpose of this book "is to tell in simple fashion the story of some Americans who showed that they knew how to live and how to die; who proved their truth by their endeavor; and who joined to the stern and manly qualities which are essential to the well-being of a masterful race the virtues of gentleness, of patriotism, and of lofty adherence to an ideal." (from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/hero-tales-from-american-history-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
purpose book is tell simple fashion story americans showed knew live die proved truth endeavor joined stern manly qualities essential well being masterful race virtues gentleness patriotism lofty adherence ideal from introduction p |
| 8963 |
8905 |
9531 |
Mrs. Peter Rabbit (version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
This charming story chronicles the life of Peter rabbit and the many other woodland creatures that live in and around the brier batch. Peter finds himself not wanting to eat and finding everyday activities of life a bore. As a result of this, he sets off exploring new parts of the forest only to run into his future bride. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-peter-rabbit-version-2-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
charming story chronicles life peter rabbit many woodland creatures live around brier batch peter finds wanting eat finding everyday activities life bore result this sets exploring new parts forest run future bride |
| 8964 |
8906 |
9532 |
Weiße Nächte |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Romance |
Erzählt wird diese Petersburger Geschichte von einem jungen, einsamen Träumer, der aus seiner selbst geschaffenen Welt durch eine unerwartete Begegnung gleichsam herausgeschleudert wird: Er trifft auf das unglückliche Mädchen Nastenka, und zwischen ihnen entsteht eine besondere Freundschaft.... (Zusammenfassung von Hermann)</p> |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/weisse-naechte-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
erzählt wird diese petersburger geschichte von einem jungen einsamen träumer der aus seiner selbst geschaffenen welt durch eine unerwartete begegnung gleichsam herausgeschleudert wird er trifft auf das unglückliche mädchen nastenka und zwischen ihnen entsteht eine besondere freundschaft zusammenfassung von hermann p |
| 8965 |
8907 |
9533 |
Compleat Bachelor |
Oliver Onions |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
George Oliver Onions (1873 – 1961) was a British writer of story collections and over 40 novels…. Onions wrote detective fiction, social comedy, historical fiction and romance novels. This social comedy of late Victorian England is among his first published materials. Rollo Butterfield, the compleat bachelor, looks upon his family and friends with an affectionate, gently humorous eye. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-compleat-bachelor-by-oliver-onions/ |
george oliver onions 1873 1961 british writer story collections 40 novels onions wrote detective fiction social comedy historical fiction romance novels social comedy late victorian england among first published materials rollo butterfield compleat bachelor looks upon family friends affectionate gently humorous eye summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 8966 |
8908 |
9534 |
Chronicles of Clovis |
Saki |
Single Author Collections |
This is the third collection of short stories by Saki, following on from “Reginald” and “Reginald in Russia”. Although some of the stories have characters that do not appear elsewhere in the collection, many of them are loosely centred round the young Clovis Sangrail (effectively a reincarnation of Reginald). (Summary by Graham Redman). </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-clovis-by-saki-2/ |
third collection short stories saki following reginald reginald russia although stories characters appear elsewhere collection many loosely centred round young clovis sangrail effectively reincarnation reginald summary graham redman p |
| 8967 |
8909 |
9535 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 29 - The Day of Sir John Macdonald: A Chronicle of the First Prime Minister of the Dominion |
Sir Joseph Pope |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
A biography of Sir John A. Macdonald, the first Prime Minister of Canada. It was written by the man who served as Macdonald's private secretary from 1882 to 1891. - Summary by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-of-sir-john-macdonald-by-sir-joseph-pope/ |
biography sir john a macdonald first prime minister canada written man served macdonald s private secretary 1882 1891 summary triciag p |
| 8968 |
8910 |
9536 |
Toto's Merry Winter |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Animals & Nature |
Over a cold winter, Toto and several animal friends (who can talk!) spend cozy evenings by the fire listening to his grandmother tell fantastical stories from around the world. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/totos-merry-winter-by-laura-e-richards/ |
cold winter toto several animal friends who talk spend cozy evenings fire listening grandmother tell fantastical stories around world summary jude somers p |
| 8969 |
8911 |
9537 |
Tausend und eine Nacht, Band 1 |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Scheherazade oder Schehersad, die Tochter eines Wesirs, heiratete den König / Sultan, der die Angewohnheit hatte, seine Ehefrauen am ersten Tag nach der Hochzeit köpfen zu lassen. Schehersad jedoch begann ihm Geschichten zu erzählen, die am Ende der Nacht den Ausgang offen ließ und den Sultan dazu brachte, wenn er den Fortgang der Geschichte erfahren wollte, von einer Enthauptung abzusehen. Nach 1001 Nächten gestanden sich beide ihre Liebe und lebten glücklich bis ... (Zusammenfassung von Bernd Ungerer)</p> |
German |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/tausend-und-eine-nacht-band-1-by-unknown/ |
scheherazade oder schehersad die tochter eines wesirs heiratete den könig sultan der die angewohnheit hatte seine ehefrauen ersten tag nach der hochzeit köpfen zu lassen schehersad jedoch begann ihm geschichten zu erzählen die ende der nacht den ausgang offen ließ und den sultan dazu brachte wenn er den fortgang der geschichte erfahren wollte von einer enthauptung abzusehen nach 1001 nächten gestanden sich beide ihre liebe und lebten glücklich bis zusammenfassung von bernd ungerer p |
| 8970 |
8912 |
9538 |
Yesterday Framed in To-day: A Story of the Christ, and How To-Day Received Him |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
What would have happened if Christ hadn't come to Israel 2000 years ago, but had come to North America at the end of the 19th Century? This story makes that assumption and paints a picture of what it might have looked like - how different members of society might have reacted. The story follows David Holman, an invalid young man at the opening of the story. - Summary by TriciaG<br /><br />Note: the text source linked is missing the last 4 pages of the story. The missing portion was recorded from this text: http://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/006767265 </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/yesterday-framed-in-to-day-by-pansy/ |
would happened christ come israel 2000 years ago come north america end 19th century story makes assumption paints picture might looked like different members society might reacted story follows david holman invalid young man opening story summary triciag br br note text source linked missing last 4 pages story missing portion recorded text http catalog hathitrust org record 006767265 p |
| 8971 |
8913 |
9539 |
vuelta al mundo en ochenta días |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
El flemático y solitario caballero británico Phileas Fogg abandonará su vida de escrupulosa disciplina para cumplir con una apuesta con sus colegas del Club Reformista (Reform Club), en la que arriesgará la mitad de su fortuna comprometiéndose a dar la vuelta al mundo en sólo ochenta días usando los medios disponibles en la segunda mitad del siglo XIX y siguiendo el proyecto publicado en el Morning Chronicle, su periódico de lectura cotidiana. Lo acompañará su recién contratado mayordomo francés, y tendrá que lidiar no sólo con los retrasos en los medios de transporte, sino con la pertinaz persecución del detective Fix, que, ignorando la verdadera identidad del caballero, se enrola en toda la aventura a la espera de una orden de arresto de la Corona británica, en la creencia de que, antes de partir, Fogg robó el Banco de Inglaterra. Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/la-vuelta-al-mundo-en-ochenta-dias-by-jules-verne/ |
el flemático solitario caballero británico phileas fogg abandonará su vida de escrupulosa disciplina para cumplir con una apuesta con sus colegas del club reformista reform club en la que arriesgará la mitad de su fortuna comprometiéndose dar la vuelta al mundo en sólo ochenta días usando los medios disponibles en la segunda mitad del siglo xix siguiendo el proyecto publicado en el morning chronicle su periódico de lectura cotidiana lo acompañará su recién contratado mayordomo francés tendrá que lidiar sólo con los retrasos en los medios de transporte sino con la pertinaz persecución del detective fix que ignorando la verdadera identidad del caballero se enrola en toda la aventura la espera de una orden de arresto de la corona británica en la creencia de que antes de partir fogg robó el banco de inglaterra summary wikipedia p |
| 8972 |
8914 |
9540 |
Boy Scout Aviators |
George Durston |
Historical Fiction |
Follow the adventures of Harry Fleming, Dick Mercer, and Jack Young in this exciting Boy Scout adventure! Harry is an American Boy Scout separated from his country and hometown when his father has to go on a trip to England for business. He joins a Boy Scout troop there and meets Dick Mercer. Together they help solve an exciting mystery in the midst of heliographs, spies, and traps, finding their way to the spy headquarters, Bray Park. They must solve a mystery and save England, with the help of a Boy Scout they meet along the way, Jack Young. (Kangaroo692)</p>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scout-aviators-by-george-durston/ |
follow adventures harry fleming dick mercer jack young exciting boy scout adventure harry american boy scout separated country hometown father go trip england business joins boy scout troop meets dick mercer together help solve exciting mystery midst heliographs spies traps finding way spy headquarters bray park must solve mystery save england help boy scout meet along way jack young kangaroo692 p |
| 8973 |
8915 |
9541 |
Splendid Outcast |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>_What else?_—What else had happened? Something to do with the remarkable likeness between himself and Harry? The likeness,—so strong that only their own mother had been able to tell them apart. <br><br>Memory came to him with a rush. He remembered now what had happened in the darkness, what he had done. Taken Harry’s lieutenant’s uniform, giving the coward his own corporal’s outfit. Then he, Jim Horton, had gone on and carried out the Major’s orders, leaving the coward writhing in the ditch.<br><br> By George!——the fight—he, Jim Horton, had won the victory at Boissière Wood for the —th Infantry—_for Harry!—as Harry_! <br><br>Perhaps, he was really Harry and not Jim Horton at all? He glanced around him curiously, as though somewhat amused at the metempsychosis. And then thoughtfully shook his head. <br><br>No. He was Jim Horton, all right—Jim Horton. There was no mistake about that. (Excerpt from chapter 1)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-splendid-outcast-by-george-gibbs/ |
p _what else _ what else happened something remarkable likeness harry likeness so strong mother able tell apart br br memory came rush remembered happened darkness done taken harry s lieutenant s uniform giving coward corporal s outfit he jim horton gone carried major s orders leaving coward writhing ditch br br george the fight he jim horton victory boissière wood th infantry _for harry as harry_ br br perhaps really harry jim horton all glanced around curiously though somewhat amused metempsychosis thoughtfully shook head br br no jim horton right jim horton mistake that excerpt chapter 1 p |
| 8974 |
8916 |
9542 |
Sohrab and Rustum: An Episode |
Matthew Arnold |
Epics, Narratives |
A young soldier born among Tartars but sired by the mighty Persian lord Rustum, serves in the Tartar army, seeking his great father. To this end, he persuades his general to call a truce and arrange for him to challenge the Persians to single combat. Should he prevail, his father will learn his whereabouts and come to him, or so he thinks, for Sohrab is unaware that his mother, fearing to lose her son, wrote to Rustum that their child was a girl. The Persians agree but have no champion until it is learned that they have recently been joined by Rustum. Although the great hero is contemplating retirement, he reluctantly agrees to be the Persians' champion provided that he may fight unknown. As a result the two warriors engage in a contest that must lead to their mutual grief regardless of who wins—unless they happen to discover their relationship before it is too late. They continually approach but fail to make this discovery until it can no longer give them joy. This tragic poem, like Oedipus Rex, is a sustained piece of dramatic irony, but it differs from that play both in that it is in epic style (though only a episode) and in that the secret which hovers so close to disclosure would produce a happy ending were it ever to break forth. (Summary by T. A. Copeland) </P> |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/sohrab-and-rustum-by-matthew-arnold/ |
young soldier born among tartars sired mighty persian lord rustum serves tartar army seeking great father end persuades general call truce arrange challenge persians single combat prevail father learn whereabouts come him thinks sohrab unaware mother fearing lose son wrote rustum child girl persians agree champion learned recently joined rustum although great hero contemplating retirement reluctantly agrees persians champion provided may fight unknown result two warriors engage contest must lead mutual grief regardless wins unless happen discover relationship late continually approach fail make discovery longer give joy tragic poem like oedipus rex sustained piece dramatic irony differs play epic style though episode secret hovers close disclosure would produce happy ending ever break forth summary t a copeland p |
| 8975 |
8917 |
9543 |
Fairchild Family |
Mary Martha Sherwood |
Family |
The adventures of Lucy, Emily and Henry are described in this short novel, written and set in Regency England. Their naughtiness, their activities and their interactions with the children next door; Miss Augusta and Charles Trueman, are all delightfully described. Their daily lives are an insight into childhood and the family and religious values at the time - each chapter has a moral lesson, and the good end happily, while the bad get what they deserve. (Summary by Beth Thomas.) </p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairchild-family-by-mary-martha-sherwood/ |
adventures lucy emily henry described short novel written set regency england naughtiness activities interactions children next door miss augusta charles trueman delightfully described daily lives insight childhood family religious values time chapter moral lesson good end happily bad get deserve summary beth thomas p |
| 8976 |
8921 |
9547 |
Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 4 |
Marguerite of Navarre |
Literary Fiction, Published before 1800 |
THE HEPTAMERON (here Volume 4 of 5), first published posthumously in 1558, is divided into seven complete days containing 10 stories each, and an eighth day containing only 2 stories. The stories, many of which deal with love and infidelity, resulted in "accusations of looseness" by critics of the day. The author, Margaret of Navarre (also known as Margaret of Angoulême) became an influential woman in the intellectual and cultural circles of the French Renaissance.\n\nFrom an 1892 essay by the translator George Saintsbury: "In so large a number of stories with so great a variety of subjects, it naturally cannot but be the case that there is a considerable diversity of tone. But that peculiarity at which we have glanced more than once, the combination of voluptuous passion with passionate regret and a mystical devotion, is seldom absent for long together...The question, What is the special virtue of the Heptameron? I have myself little hesitation in answering. There is no book, in prose and of so early a date, which shows to me the characteristic of the time as it influenced the two great literary nations of Europe so distinctly as this book of Margaret of Angoulême…" - Summary by adapted from Wikipedia and excerpted from the text by lubee930)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-volume-4-by-marguerite-of-navarre/ |
heptameron here volume 4 5 first published posthumously 1558 divided seven complete days containing 10 stories each eighth day containing 2 stories stories many deal love infidelity resulted accusations looseness critics day author margaret navarre also known margaret angoulême became influential woman intellectual cultural circles french renaissance 1892 essay translator george saintsbury in large number stories great variety subjects naturally cannot case considerable diversity tone peculiarity glanced once combination voluptuous passion passionate regret mystical devotion seldom absent long together the question special virtue heptameron little hesitation answering book prose early date shows characteristic time influenced two great literary nations europe distinctly book margaret angoulême summary adapted wikipedia excerpted text lubee930 p |
| 8977 |
8922 |
9548 |
Will ye go to the Indies, my Mary? |
Robert Burns |
Ballads, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A LibriVox' Weekly Poetry tribute to Robbie Burns on the upcoming Robbie Burns Day. (January 25)</p>\nRobert Burns (also known as Robbie Burns, Rabbie Burns, Scotland's favourite son, the Ploughman Poet, Robden of Solway Firth, the Bard of Ayrshire and in Scotland as The Bard) was a Scottish poet and lyricist. He is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and is celebrated worldwide. He is the best known of the poets who have written in the Scots language, although much of his writing is also in English and a light Scots dialect, accessible to an audience beyond Scotland. He also wrote in standard English, and in these writings his political or civil commentary is often at its bluntest.</p>\nBurns Night, in effect a second national day, is celebrated on Burns's birthday, 25 January, with Burns suppers around the world, and is more widely observed in Scotland than the official national day, St. Andrew's Day. </p>\nThe format of Burns suppers has changed little since. The basic format starts with a general welcome and announcements, followed with the Selkirk Grace. After the grace comes the piping and cutting of the haggis, when Burns's famous "Address to a Haggis" is read and the haggis is cut open. The event usually allows for people to start eating just after the haggis is presented. At the end of the meal, a series of toasts and replies is made. This is when the toast to "the immortal memory", an overview of Burns's life and work, is given. The event usually concludes with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne".</p>\nA crater on Mercury is named after Burns. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/will-ye-go-to-the-indies-my-mary-by-robert-burns/ |
librivox weekly poetry tribute robbie burns upcoming robbie burns day january 25 p robert burns also known robbie burns rabbie burns scotland s favourite son ploughman poet robden solway firth bard ayrshire scotland bard scottish poet lyricist widely regarded national poet scotland celebrated worldwide best known poets written scots language although much writing also english light scots dialect accessible audience beyond scotland also wrote standard english writings political civil commentary often bluntest p burns night effect second national day celebrated burns s birthday 25 january burns suppers around world widely observed scotland official national day st andrew s day p format burns suppers changed little since basic format starts general welcome announcements followed selkirk grace grace comes piping cutting haggis burns s famous address haggis read haggis cut open event usually allows people start eating haggis presented end meal series toasts replies made toast the immortal memory overview burns s life work given event usually concludes singing auld lang syne p crater mercury named burns summary wikipedia p |
| 8978 |
8923 |
9549 |
Hero of Our Time (Version 2) |
Mikhail Yurevich Lermontov |
Literary Fiction |
<p>One of the iconic characters of all Russian literature, Grigori Aleksandrovich Pechorin is the ultimate “superfluous man.” An aristocratic rake who loves the game of manipulating the lives of those around him, he callously kidnaps a Chechen teenager to be his bride, wagers the life of an inveterate gambler in a kind of philosophical Russian roulette, and engages in dangerous games with Crimean smugglers. “A Hero of Our Time” is really a collection of stories rather than a novel, culminating in the brilliant psychological novella “Princess Mary,” in which Pechorin toys tragically with the loves of two fragile women and sacrifices the life of his own friend for the sake of his own sociopathic amusement. In the process, he dissects his own motives with a kind of ruthless, surgical precision through which occasionally we see the human soul of a man in agony, who might not really want to be what he has become and who grieves over the loss of his own capacity for love and compassion. - Summary by Expatriate<p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-hero-of-our-time-by-mikhail-yurevich-lermontov-2/ |
p one iconic characters russian literature grigori aleksandrovich pechorin ultimate superfluous man aristocratic rake loves game manipulating lives around him callously kidnaps chechen teenager bride wagers life inveterate gambler kind philosophical russian roulette engages dangerous games crimean smugglers a hero time really collection stories rather novel culminating brilliant psychological novella princess mary pechorin toys tragically loves two fragile women sacrifices life friend sake sociopathic amusement process dissects motives kind ruthless surgical precision occasionally see human soul man agony might really want become grieves loss capacity love compassion summary expatriate p |
| 8979 |
8924 |
9550 |
History of the Earthquake and Fire in San Francisco |
Frank Aitken |
Modern (20th C) |
Early in the morning of Wednesday, April 18, 1906, the San Francisco area was shaken by a massive earthquake. Over the course of the next four days, fires spread through large swaths of the city, started by broken gas lines, fallen electrical wiring, and damaged chimneys. Broken water mains prevented the fire department from effectively battling the blazes. By the time the fires were finally extinguished on the afternoon of Saturday, April 21, nearly 3000 people were dead and 500 city blocks destroyed. Before the year was over, the Edward Hilton Company of San Francisco had collected and sifted through the available information to publish this concise and lucid analysis of what had happened. (Summary by Maria Kasper)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-earthquake-and-fire-in-san-francisco-by-frank-aitken/ |
early morning wednesday april 18 1906 san francisco area shaken massive earthquake course next four days fires spread large swaths city started broken gas lines fallen electrical wiring damaged chimneys broken water mains prevented fire department effectively battling blazes time fires finally extinguished afternoon saturday april 21 nearly 3000 people dead 500 city blocks destroyed year over edward hilton company san francisco collected sifted available information publish concise lucid analysis happened summary maria kasper p |
| 8980 |
8925 |
9551 |
Rock Me to Sleep |
Elizabeth Chase Akers Allen |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Elizabeth Chase Akers Allen was an American author, journalist and poet. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/rock-me-to-sleep-by-elizabeth-chase-akers-allen/ |
elizabeth chase akers allen american author journalist poet summary wikipedia p |
| 8981 |
8926 |
9552 |
Slayer of Souls |
Robert W. Chambers |
Published 1900 onward |
Tressa Norne is an American living in China. After her life was spared during a revolution in the area, Tressa finds herself taken as a slave and forced to serve Erlik, a demon-god, and his cult. She ends up escaping back to America, but only to find that she is being followed by the Secret Service, and her former masters. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-slayer-of-souls-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
tressa norne american living china life spared revolution area tressa finds taken slave forced serve erlik demon god cult ends escaping back america find followed secret service former masters ann boulais p |
| 8982 |
8959 |
9585 |
Clara A. Swain, M.D. |
Mrs. Robert Hoskins |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a brief biography of Clara A. Swain, M.D. who is regarded as the "first Medical Missionary to the Women of the Orient." She graduated from the Woman's Medical College in Philadelphia and was sent out to India where she eventually came to be in the service of royalty. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/clara-a-swain-md-by-mrs-robert-hoskins/ |
brief biography clara a swain m d regarded first medical missionary women orient graduated woman s medical college philadelphia sent india eventually came service royalty summary larry wilson p |
| 8983 |
8929 |
9555 |
Rip Foster Rides the Gray Planet |
Harold L. Goodwin |
Action & Adventure |
"Foster, Lieutenant, R. I. P.," blared the voice horn, and five minutes later Rip Foster was off into space on an assignment more exciting than any he had ever imagined. He could hardly believe his ears. Could a green young Planeteer, just through his training, possibly carry out orders like these? Sunny space, what a trick it would be! From the moment Rip boards the space ship Scorpius there is a thrill a minute. He and his nine daring Planeteers must cope with the merciless hazing of the spacemen commanding the ship, and they must outwit the desperate Connies, who threaten to plunge all of space into war. There are a thousand dangers to be faced in high vacuum—and all of this while carrying out an assignment that will take every reader's breath away. - Summary by Original book cover</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/rip-foster-rides-the-gray-planet-by-harold-goodwin/ |
foster lieutenant r i p blared voice horn five minutes later rip foster space assignment exciting ever imagined could hardly believe ears could green young planeteer training possibly carry orders like these sunny space trick would be moment rip boards space ship scorpius thrill minute nine daring planeteers must cope merciless hazing spacemen commanding ship must outwit desperate connies threaten plunge space war thousand dangers faced high vacuum and carrying assignment take every reader s breath away summary original book cover p |
| 8984 |
8930 |
9556 |
Early Days Of Old Oregon |
Katharine Berry Judson |
History , Modern (19th C) |
Twenty-three stories of the history of early Oregon plus an appendix: A Brief Summary Of The History Of The Old Oregon Country From Original Sources. OLD OREGON was a mighty sweep of country, and a most romantic one. From the northern border of Mexican California to near Sitka in Russian America it stretched, nearly eight hundred miles. Eastward it stretched over a country of mighty mountain … until the limits of the Oregon country, at the crest of the main range of the Rockies…. The romance ever lingers…. I have given four years of devoted study to Oregon history, three of them among the special collections of the Northwest, and over a year in London. In England I had full access to the documents of the Public Record Office, including unpublished accounts of the various explorations, and also, what was a far rarer privilege, access to the journals, diaries, and letters of the Hudson's Bay Company. Simple as this book is, every statement is based on original authority. Comment on the British and American claims to the country is founded entirely upon sources. These sources include journals written by fur-traders In the mountains and on the march, private letters between themselves, official reports of chief factors to their Company in London, diplomatic correspondence of American and English diplomats, and published works, in original editions, of exploration and discovery. It has been my aim to make this volume a clear, straightforward account of the romantic discovery and settlement of Old Oregon…\n( Author's Preface and david wales) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/early-days-of-old-oregon-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
twenty three stories history early oregon plus appendix brief summary history old oregon country original sources old oregon mighty sweep country romantic one northern border mexican california near sitka russian america stretched nearly eight hundred miles eastward stretched country mighty mountain limits oregon country crest main range rockies romance ever lingers given four years devoted study oregon history three among special collections northwest year london england full access documents public record office including unpublished accounts various explorations also far rarer privilege access journals diaries letters hudson s bay company simple book is every statement based original authority comment british american claims country founded entirely upon sources sources include journals written fur traders mountains march private letters themselves official reports chief factors company london diplomatic correspondence american english diplomats published works original editions exploration discovery aim make volume clear straightforward account romantic discovery settlement old oregon author s preface david wales p |
| 8985 |
8931 |
9557 |
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (Version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
This is the second book of short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle concerning the adventures of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his side kick Dr Watson. It contains 12 stories published in The Strand as further episodes of the Adventures between December 1892 and December 1893 with original illustrations by Sidney Paget. - Summary by David Clarke</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-2/ |
second book short stories sir arthur conan doyle concerning adventures famous detective sherlock holmes side kick dr watson contains 12 stories published strand episodes adventures december 1892 december 1893 original illustrations sidney paget summary david clarke p |
| 8986 |
8932 |
9558 |
Goena - goena |
Paul Adriaan Daum |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Een literaire thriller uit het Indië van de negentiende eeuw. Moord, doodslag en een aantrekkelijke jonge vrouw die weet wat ze wil. Waarom van dit boek nog geen film is gemaakt, en waarom dit boek zoveel minder beroemd is dan die andere 'Stille Kracht' is mij een raadsel! - Summary by Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/goena-goena-by-paul-adriaan-daum/ |
een literaire thriller uit het indië van de negentiende eeuw moord doodslag en een aantrekkelijke jonge vrouw die weet wat ze wil waarom van dit boek nog geen film gemaakt en waarom dit boek zoveel minder beroemd dan die andere stille kracht mij een raadsel summary marcel coenders |
| 8987 |
8933 |
9559 |
When a Man Marries |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
A divorced playboy hosts a dinner party complete with a stand in wife to placate his aunt who financially supports him. When his chef is hospitalized with smallpox symptoms, the fun begins. Throw in an ex-wife, a mystery, and a little romance and you have a comedy of side splitting proportions. - Summary by Sharon Kilmer</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/when-a-man-marries-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
divorced playboy hosts dinner party complete stand wife placate aunt financially supports him chef hospitalized smallpox symptoms fun begins throw ex wife mystery little romance comedy side splitting proportions summary sharon kilmer p |
| 8988 |
8934 |
9560 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 08. August 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the August Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The Work of the National Geographic Society</li>\n<li>Eighth Annual Field Meeting of the National Geographic Society</li>\n<li>Geographic History of the Piedmont Plateau, by W J McGee</li>\n<li>Spottswood's Expedition of 1716, by Dr William M. Thornton</li>\n<li>Jefferson as a Geographer, by Gen. A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>Albemarle in Revolutionary Days, by Dr G. Brown Goode</li></ul>\nalong with Geographic Notes and Miscellanea.<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-08-august-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly august number br includes following articles br ul li the work national geographic society li li eighth annual field meeting national geographic society li li geographic history piedmont plateau w j mcgee li li spottswood s expedition 1716 dr william m thornton li li jefferson geographer gen a w greely li li albemarle revolutionary days dr g brown goode li ul along geographic notes miscellanea br |
| 8989 |
8935 |
9561 |
Cyropaedia: The Education of Cyrus |
Xenophon |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Cyropaedia (or Cyropedia) is a partly fictional biography of Cyrus the Great, written in the early 4th century BC by the Athenian gentleman-soldier, and student of Socrates, Xenophon of Athens. The title Cyropaedia derives from Greek, meaning "The Education of Cyrus". Aspects of it would become a model for medieval writers of the genre known as mirrors for princes. In turn it was a strong influence upon the most well-known but atypical of these, Machiavelli's The Prince, which was an important influence in the rejection of medieval political thinking, and the development of modern politics. However, unlike most "mirrors of princes", and like The Prince, whether or not the Cyropaedia was really intended to describe an ideal ruler is a subject of debate. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/cyropaedia-the-education-of-cyrus-by-xenophon/ |
cyropaedia or cyropedia partly fictional biography cyrus great written early 4th century bc athenian gentleman soldier student socrates xenophon athens title cyropaedia derives greek meaning the education cyrus aspects would become model medieval writers genre known mirrors princes turn strong influence upon well known atypical these machiavelli s prince important influence rejection medieval political thinking development modern politics however unlike mirrors princes like prince whether cyropaedia really intended describe ideal ruler subject debate summary wikipedia |
| 8990 |
8936 |
9562 |
Outcast |
(William) Winwood Reade |
Literary Fiction |
For many nineteenth-century Christians, the new biological and geological discoveries of that era brought on severe crises of faith. Winwood Reade’s small epistolary novel “The Outcast” tells the story of a young man who sacrifices love and family and property for the sake of his conscience, which tells him that his lifelong beliefs cannot stand up to the heady revelations of the new science. Interestingly, the most crushing discovery for the anonymous letter-writer of this story is not simply that the Bible is not what he thought it was. He is far more overwhelmed by the concept of the new God he would have to believe in; instead of the benevolent God who had created the mystical Nature of Romanticism, he would have to accept a God who had created a ruthless evolutionary Nature in which murder and death are the ruling principles. The great choice before the narrator is this: should I cause pain and suffering to all I love by following my conscience, or should I compromise my conscience in a life of hypocrisy? - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-outcast-by-william-winwood-reade/ |
many nineteenth century christians new biological geological discoveries era brought severe crises faith winwood reade s small epistolary novel the outcast tells story young man sacrifices love family property sake conscience tells lifelong beliefs cannot stand heady revelations new science interestingly crushing discovery anonymous letter writer story simply bible thought was far overwhelmed concept new god would believe in instead benevolent god created mystical nature romanticism would accept god created ruthless evolutionary nature murder death ruling principles great choice narrator this cause pain suffering love following conscience compromise conscience life hypocrisy summary expatriate p |
| 8991 |
8937 |
9563 |
Tante Frieda |
Ludwig Thoma |
Humorous Fiction |
Wie bereits in den "Lausbubengeschichten" berichtet der Schüler Ludwig von seinen Streichen wider Scheinheiligkeit und falsche Autorität im Bayern der "guten alten Zeit".<br><br>\n\nNeben den eigenständigen Kapiteln "Tante Frieda" und "Hauptmann Semmelmaier" dreht sich der überwiegende Teil des Buches um eine Verwandte, die aus dem fernen Indien zu Besuch in der Heimat ihres Vaters ist. Während die einheimischen Damen sich überwiegend neidisch und abfällig äußern, steht die Männerwelt Kopf ... (Zusammenfassung von KlausN) |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tante-frieda-by-ludwig-thoma/ |
wie bereits den lausbubengeschichten berichtet der schüler ludwig von seinen streichen wider scheinheiligkeit und falsche autorität im bayern der guten alten zeit br br neben den eigenständigen kapiteln tante frieda und hauptmann semmelmaier dreht sich der überwiegende teil des buches um eine verwandte die aus dem fernen indien zu besuch der heimat ihres vaters ist während die einheimischen damen sich überwiegend neidisch und abfällig äußern steht die männerwelt kopf zusammenfassung von klausn |
| 8992 |
8938 |
9564 |
Dr. Heidenhoff's Process |
Edward Bellamy |
Fantastic Fiction |
Henry Burr's fiance, Madeline, is seduced by another man. The guilt and painful memories she has as a result cause him to refer her to Dr. Heidenhoff, who has developed a method to remove such memories from people's brains so that they can live happy lives. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/dr-heidenhoffs-process-by-edward-bellamy/ |
henry burr s fiance madeline seduced another man guilt painful memories result cause refer dr heidenhoff developed method remove memories people s brains live happy lives summary triciag |
| 8993 |
8939 |
9565 |
Vulgari Eloquentia |
Dante Alighieri |
Essays & Short Works |
De vulgari eloquentia (On Eloquence in the vernacular) is a short essay written by Dante Alighieri in Latin. The work remains incomplete; only one and a half books are extant. It is believed to have been composed during Dante's exile, probably at some point between 1302 and 1305. The work revolves around the relationship between Latin and vernacular, and the need for a literary language, with an excourse on the poetic forms in vernacular. - Summary by Leni</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/de-vulgari-eloquentia-by-dante-alighieri/ |
de vulgari eloquentia on eloquence vernacular short essay written dante alighieri latin work remains incomplete one half books extant believed composed dante s exile probably point 1302 1305 work revolves around relationship latin vernacular need literary language excourse poetic forms vernacular summary leni p |
| 8994 |
8940 |
9566 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 6 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.</p>\n\nThe result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."</p>\n\nThis sixth volume contains chapters from "Brantôme" to "Bulwer-Lytton". - Summary by Leni</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-6/ |
library world s best literature ancient modern work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example p result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read p sixth volume contains chapters brantôme bulwer lytton summary leni p |
| 8995 |
8941 |
9567 |
Common Story |
Ivan Goncharov |
Literary Fiction, Satire |
Alexander Fedoritch Adouev is the naïve, pampered son of Anna Pavlovna, a provincial landowner. He decides to go off to Saint Petersburg, not only to make his mark upon society but also to fulfill his two rosy romantic dreams of becoming a great writer and finding a great love. He is taken under the reluctant wing of his uncle, Piotr Ivanitch Adouev, a pragmatic, hard-headed businessman who scorns everything romantic and tries to cure Alexander Fedoritch of his sentimental, youthful illusions. The younger Adouev resists the indoctrinations of the elder, writing prosaic articles about manure and crop rotation for an agricultural journal as a way of supporting himself but spending his nights writing passionate works of poetry and drama. In quest of True Love, he pursues in turn the rustic Sophia, the perfidious Nadinka, the melancholy Julia, the sprightlike Liza, and even (implicitly) the wise and beautiful Lizaveta, who has entered into a loveless marriage with Alexander’s own unsentimental uncle. The great question throughout the novel is whether Alexander can make a life balanced between pragmatism and romanticism, or be sacrificed to one or the other. Not a “superfluous man” in the same sense as Gontcharov’s later famous protagonist Oblomov, Alexander Fedoritch Adouev remains a noteworthy creation, a sympathetic, three-dimensional character in the early years of Russian realism. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-common-story-by-ivan-goncharov/ |
alexander fedoritch adouev naïve pampered son anna pavlovna provincial landowner decides go saint petersburg make mark upon society also fulfill two rosy romantic dreams becoming great writer finding great love taken reluctant wing uncle piotr ivanitch adouev pragmatic hard headed businessman scorns everything romantic tries cure alexander fedoritch sentimental youthful illusions younger adouev resists indoctrinations elder writing prosaic articles manure crop rotation agricultural journal way supporting spending nights writing passionate works poetry drama quest true love pursues turn rustic sophia perfidious nadinka melancholy julia sprightlike liza even implicitly wise beautiful lizaveta entered loveless marriage alexander s unsentimental uncle great question throughout novel whether alexander make life balanced pragmatism romanticism sacrificed one other superfluous man sense gontcharov s later famous protagonist oblomov alexander fedoritch adouev remains noteworthy creation sympathetic three dimensional character early years russian realism expatriate p |
| 8996 |
8965 |
9591 |
True Life Story of Swiftwater Bill Gates |
Iola Beebe |
Biography & Autobiography |
The life of American frontiersman, adventurer, and prospector "Swiftwater" Bill Gates as told by his mother in law. During the Klondike gold rush of the 1890's, Gates made and lost several fortunes. He once gave a dance house girl her weight in gold. His exploits in the Yukon are still talked about today. - Summary by Nick Bulka</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-true-life-story-of-swiftwater-bill-gates-by-iola-beebe/ |
life american frontiersman adventurer prospector swiftwater bill gates told mother law klondike gold rush 1890 s gates made lost several fortunes gave dance house girl weight gold exploits yukon still talked today summary nick bulka p |
| 8997 |
8942 |
9568 |
History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution: Volume 2 |
Rev. James MacCaffrey |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
In this second volume of a two volume set, the focus in on the history of the Catholic Church in England, Scotland, and Ireland, during the period from before the reformation up to the 19th century. Starting with the conditions in these countries before the reformation, it then takes a detailed look at the religious changes and persecutions during the reigns on Henry VIII, Edward VI, and onward. (Summary by Maria Therese)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-catholic-church-from-the-renaissance-to-the-french-revolution-volume-2-by-rev-james-maccaffrey/ |
second volume two volume set focus history catholic church england scotland ireland period reformation 19th century starting conditions countries reformation takes detailed look religious changes persecutions reigns henry viii edward vi onward summary maria therese p |
| 8998 |
8943 |
9569 |
Astounding Stories 12, December 1930 |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
This issue includes "Slaves of the Dust" by Sophie Wenzel Ellis, Part B of "The Pirate Planet" by Charles W. Diffin, "The Sea Terror" by Captain S. P. Meek, "Gray Denim" by Harl Vincent, and "The Ape-Men of Xlotli" by David R. Sparks. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-12-december-1930-by-captain-s-p-meek/ |
issue includes slaves dust sophie wenzel ellis part b the pirate planet charles w diffin the sea terror captain s p meek gray denim harl vincent the ape men xlotli david r sparks summary bill boerst p |
| 8999 |
8944 |
9570 |
North and South (version 3) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
North and South is set in the fictional industrial town of Milton in the North of England. Forced to leave her home in the tranquil rural south, Margaret Hale settles with her parents in Milton where she witnesses the brutal world wrought by the industrial revolution and employers and workers clashing in the first organized strikes. Sympathetic to the poor whose courage and tenacity she admires and among whom she makes friends, she clashes with John Thornton, a cotton mill manufacturer who belongs to the <i>nouveaux riches</i> and whose contemptuous attitude to workers Margaret despises. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/north-and-south-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
north south set fictional industrial town milton north england forced leave home tranquil rural south margaret hale settles parents milton witnesses brutal world wrought industrial revolution employers workers clashing first organized strikes sympathetic poor whose courage tenacity admires among makes friends clashes john thornton cotton mill manufacturer belongs i nouveaux riches i whose contemptuous attitude workers margaret despises summary wikipedia p |
| 9000 |
8945 |
9571 |
Rainbow (Version 2) |
D. H. Lawrence |
Published 1900 onward |
Briefly appearing in 1915, then banned and taken out of circulation for its adult treatment of sexuality, Lawrence's visionary novel <i>The Rainbow</i> attempts to situate the lives of three generations of the Brangwen family within the continuous social change marking the Victorian transformation of Britain. Farmer Tom and his Polish wife Lydia, whose peaceful rural existence re-enacts the potent myths of Genesis; artisan Will and the matriarch Anna, who go to live among the industrial and mining communities so rapidly sprung up around Nottingham; finally the restless Ursula who, moving to the city, seeks sexual and emotional fulfilment with the Polish-descended Skrebensky - the three couples are not merely illustrative of the changing times, but allow the author to study in depth the conflict between the outer 'social' selves of those individuals and what he curiously calls the 'inhuman' essential being, the 'is-ness' at the core of their psychical life. <br><br>Lawrence evokes this dark, unconscious 'vital core' through a language of breathtaking poetic beauty; a rhythmic incantatory prose which listeners to this recording will find perfectly rendered by Tony Foster, in all its nuances. Like Paul Morel, the hero of the earlier <i>Sons and Lovers</i>, Ursula survives her losses to face a future of uncertain but radiant hope: <i>"She saw in the rainbow the earth's new architecture, the old, brittle corruption of houses and factories swept away, the world built up in a living fabric of Truth, fitting to the over-arching heaven."</i> (Summary by Martin Geeson) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-by-d-h-lawrence-version-2/ |
briefly appearing 1915 banned taken circulation adult treatment sexuality lawrence s visionary novel i the rainbow i attempts situate lives three generations brangwen family within continuous social change marking victorian transformation britain farmer tom polish wife lydia whose peaceful rural existence re enacts potent myths genesis artisan matriarch anna go live among industrial mining communities rapidly sprung around nottingham finally restless ursula who moving city seeks sexual emotional fulfilment polish descended skrebensky three couples merely illustrative changing times allow author study depth conflict outer social selves individuals curiously calls inhuman essential being is ness core psychical life br br lawrence evokes dark unconscious vital core language breathtaking poetic beauty rhythmic incantatory prose listeners recording find perfectly rendered tony foster nuances like paul morel hero earlier i sons lovers i ursula survives losses face future uncertain radiant hope i she saw rainbow earth s new architecture old brittle corruption houses factories swept away world built living fabric truth fitting over arching heaven i summary martin geeson |
| 9001 |
8946 |
9572 |
From Alien To Citizen |
Edward A. Steiner |
Biography & Autobiography |
Edward Steiner spent his life figuring out how America manages to take in aliens from all over the world, who bring with them a huge diversity of beliefs, habits, ethics, prejudices, expectations, etc., throws them into the "melting pot", and within a few generations most are shaped into full blooded Americans. This rarely happens in Europe, where people move from country to country but rarely become countrymen. Steiner, a wonderful writer, relates his own experience as a young penniless immigrant who, after becoming successful, devoted his life to helping newcomers adjust, lecturing around the world and writing numerous books on immigration. This one is his personal story: his arduous trek from home country to the American "sweat shop, the mills and mines with their grinding labor, the open courts, the jail, the open road with its dangers", experiences in American homes and schools and the Christian Church, his evolution from Jew to Christian minister, University Professor, and immigration scholar. ~ Summary by Michele Fry</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/from-alien-to-citizen-by-edward-a-steiner/ |
edward steiner spent life figuring america manages take aliens world bring huge diversity beliefs habits ethics prejudices expectations etc throws melting pot within generations shaped full blooded americans rarely happens europe people move country country rarely become countrymen steiner wonderful writer relates experience young penniless immigrant who becoming successful devoted life helping newcomers adjust lecturing around world writing numerous books immigration one personal story arduous trek home country american sweat shop mills mines grinding labor open courts jail open road dangers experiences american homes schools christian church evolution jew christian minister university professor immigration scholar summary michele fry p |
| 9002 |
8947 |
9573 |
Time and Death and Love |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Madison Cawein was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. His output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing earned the nickname the "Keats of Kentucky". This Weekly poem was published in his book "Shapes and Shadows". (1898) (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/time-and-death-and-love-by-madison-cawein/ |
madison cawein poet louisville kentucky output thirty six books 1 500 poems writing earned nickname keats kentucky weekly poem published book shapes shadows 1898 summary wikipedia p |
| 9003 |
8948 |
9574 |
Coffee Break Collection 011 - Science |
Various |
General Fiction |
This is the eleventh collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is Science - The fascination with research, discovery, and experimentation has contributed to humanity's greatest feats. - Summary by Rosie |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-011-science-by-various/ |
eleventh collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection science fascination research discovery experimentation contributed humanity s greatest feats summary rosie |
| 9004 |
8949 |
9575 |
Astral Plane: Its Scenery, Inhabitants and Phenomena |
C. W. Leadbeater |
Philosophy |
As sceptics dismissed other-worldly phenomena as the stuff of legend, trickery or delusion, nineteenth-century 'occult science' set out to explain them scientifically. Here, C. W. Leadbeater maps out the scenery and inhabitants of the astral plane, accounting along the way for phenomena such as the journey of the soul after death, magic and sorcery, vampires and werewolves, pixies, gnomes and fairies, ghosts and shades, and communication with the departed in the seance room. A leading figure in the Theosophical movement after the death of Madame Blavatsky, Leadbeater was reincarnated in Stockport, Cheshire, (now part of Greater Manchester) after an unusually long spell of 2,300 years in the heaven-world. Ordained as an Anglican clergyman, he became a prolific author on theosophical topics. His theosophical studies took him to Ceylon and Australia, where he was the spiritual leader of the Manor commune in Sydney, which still exists today. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-astral-plane-its-scenery-inhabitants-and-phenomena-by-c-w-leadbeater/ |
sceptics dismissed other worldly phenomena stuff legend trickery delusion nineteenth century occult science set explain scientifically here c w leadbeater maps scenery inhabitants astral plane accounting along way phenomena journey soul death magic sorcery vampires werewolves pixies gnomes fairies ghosts shades communication departed seance room leading figure theosophical movement death madame blavatsky leadbeater reincarnated stockport cheshire now part greater manchester unusually long spell 2 300 years heaven world ordained anglican clergyman became prolific author theosophical topics theosophical studies took ceylon australia spiritual leader manor commune sydney still exists today summary phil benson p |
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8950 |
9576 |
Tales of the Fish Patrol |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
Wildest among the fisher-folk may be accounted the Chinese shrimp-catchers. It is the habit of the shrimp to crawl along the bottom in vast armies till it reaches fresh water, when it turns about and crawls back again to the salt. And where the tide ebbs and flows, the Chinese sink great bag-nets to the bottom, with gaping mouths, into which the shrimp crawls and from which it is transferred to the boiling-pot. This in itself would not be bad, were it not for the small mesh of the nets, so small that the tiniest fishes, little new-hatched things not a quarter of an inch long, cannot pass through. The beautiful beaches of Points Pedro and Pablo, where are the shrimp-catchers villages, are made fearful by the stench from myriads of decaying fish, and against this wasteful destruction it has ever been the duty of the fish patrol to act.These stories are set in the waterways around San Francisco Bay and involve the fish patrol with a variety of characters of different ethnicity and cultural backgrounds. ( Description from the opening of "White and Yellow" by Jack London, with addition by Don W. Jenkins) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-fish-patrol-by-jack-london/ |
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8951 |
9577 |
Myths And Legends Of California And The Old Southwest |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
"...The preparation of a volume of the quainter, purer myths, suitable for general reading, authentic, and with illustrations of the country portrayed, but with no pretensions to being a purely scientific piece of work.... This volume is intended for popular use." As with most mythologies or religions, these stories tell how the world came to be, how places and peoples got their names, how social customs and mores developed, adventures of the ancestors or gods, and much, much more. (Summary from the Author's Preface and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-california-and-the-old-southwest-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
the preparation volume quainter purer myths suitable general reading authentic illustrations country portrayed pretensions purely scientific piece work volume intended popular use mythologies religions stories tell world came be places peoples got names social customs mores developed adventures ancestors gods much much more summary author s preface david wales p |
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8952 |
9578 |
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag, Vol. 5 |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction |
<br>A book of short stories by Louisa May Alcott, author of <i>Little Women</i> and <i>Eight Cousins</i>. It includes <i>Two Little Travellers</i>, a story about two very different little girls, <i>Lunch</i>, a story of two women who resolve to stop the schoolboys from eating unhealthy lunches, <i>How They Camped Out</i>, a story of a sleighing party gone wrong, and 10 more bits and pieces from <i>Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</i>. The series is not about any characters from the <i>Little Women</i> books - doubtless the publisher relied on the popularity of that series to sell this one.<br><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrapbag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/shawl-straps-a-second-series-of-aunt-jos-scrap-bag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 3<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 4<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 5<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 6<br> \n(Summary by Rachel)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrap-bag-vol-5-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
br a book short stories louisa may alcott author i little women i i eight cousins i includes i two little travellers i story two different little girls i lunch i story two women resolve stop schoolboys eating unhealthy lunches i how camped out i story sleighing party gone wrong 10 bits pieces i aunt jo s scrap bag i series characters i little women i books doubtless publisher relied popularity series sell one br br a href https librivox org aunt jos scrapbag by louisa may alcott aunt jo s scrap bag a br a href https librivox org shawl straps a second series of aunt jos scrap bag by louisa may alcott shawl straps second series aunt jo s scrap bag a br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 3 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 4 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 5 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 6 br summary rachel p |
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8953 |
9579 |
Bible (KJV) 08: Ruth (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Book of Ruth in the Bible takes a new interpretation as it comes to life in this dramatic reading. Ruth, a young Moabitess whose husband dies, must make the decision to stay in her homeland or go with her mother-in-law Naomi back to Naomi’s homeland of Israel, where she will most likely be an outcast. Will she choose to go back to her gods and old lifestyle, or follow her love for her mother-in-law and learn about a new God and way of life? (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles)<br><br>\n\nRuth, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><p>\nNaomi, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nOrphah, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nWomen, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nBoaz, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMen, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9040">E Snow</a><br>\nServant, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9515">DomBombadil</a><br>\nKinsman, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>\nNarrator, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br><br>\n\nEdited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-book-8-ruth-dramatic-reading-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
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8954 |
9580 |
Libro de Las Mil Noches y Una Noche Volumen 1 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Ningún libro tan conocido, y menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas, monumento literario del pueblo árabe. Con el título de Las Mil y Una Noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa, y nada es menos cierto. Las Mil y Una Noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos y nada más. entresacados de la monumental obra árabe y traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo a los niños, por sus relatos maravillosos. Novelas humanas, exhuberantes de pasión, fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo XVII en infantiles relatos. La grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días. Es el doctor Mardrus el que por primera vez la dio a conocer al público con una traducción completa y fiel de las Alf Lailah Oua Lailah (Mil Noches y Una Noche). El lector encontrará las famosas novelas, palabra por palabra, tal como las crearon sus autores. El texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres: su alma es la misma. (Prefacio de los Editores del libro)</p> |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/el-libro-de-las-mil-noches-y-una-noche-volumen-i-by-anonymous/ |
ningún libro tan conocido menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas monumento literario del pueblo árabe con el título de las mil una noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa nada es menos cierto las mil una noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos nada más entresacados de la monumental obra árabe traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo los niños por sus relatos maravillosos novelas humanas exhuberantes de pasión fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo xvii en infantiles relatos la grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días es el doctor mardrus el que por primera vez la dio conocer al público con una traducción completa fiel de las alf lailah oua lailah mil noches una noche el lector encontrará las famosas novelas palabra por palabra tal como las crearon sus autores el texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres su alma es la misma prefacio de los editores del libro p |
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8955 |
9581 |
Russian Fairy Tales |
Peter Nikolaevich Polevoi |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The existence of the Russian Skazki or Märchen was first made generally known to the British public by Mr W. R. S. Ralston in his “Russian Folk-Tales.” That excellent and most engrossing volume was, primarily, a treatise on Slavonic folk-lore, illustrated with admirable skill and judgment by stories, mainly selected from the vast collection of Afanasiev, who did for the Russian what Asbjörnsen has done for the Norwegian folk-tale. A year after the appearance of Mr Ralston's book, the eminent Russian historian and archaeologist, Peter Nikolaevich Polevoi (well known, too, as an able and ardent Shakespearean scholar), selected from the inexhaustible stores of Afanasiev some three dozen of the Skazki, and worked them up into a fairy-tale book which was published at St Petersburg in 1874, under the title of “Narodnuiya Russkiya Skazki” (“Popular Russian Tales”). M. Polevoi did his work excellently well, and, while softening the crudities and smoothing out the occasional roughness of these charming stories, neither injured their simple texture nor overlaid the original pattern. It is from the first Russian edition of M. Polevoi's book that the following selection has been made. With the single exception of Morozko, a variant of which will be familiar to those who know Mr Ralston's volume, none of these tales had seen the light in an English dress before the publication of the first edition of my book; for though both Ralston and Polevoi drew, for the most part, from the same copious stock, their purposes were so different that their selections naturally proved to be different also. As to the merits of these Skazki, they must be left to speak for themselves. It is a significant fact, however, that scholars who are equally familiar with the Russian Skazki and the German Märchen unhesitatingly give the palm, both for fun and fancy, to the former. \n - Summary by Robert Nisbet Bain</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/russian-fairy-tales-by-peter-nikolaevich-polevoi/ |
existence russian skazki märchen first made generally known british public mr w r s ralston russian folk tales excellent engrossing volume was primarily treatise slavonic folk lore illustrated admirable skill judgment stories mainly selected vast collection afanasiev russian asbjörnsen done norwegian folk tale year appearance mr ralston s book eminent russian historian archaeologist peter nikolaevich polevoi well known too able ardent shakespearean scholar selected inexhaustible stores afanasiev three dozen skazki worked fairy tale book published st petersburg 1874 title narodnuiya russkiya skazki popular russian tales m polevoi work excellently well and softening crudities smoothing occasional roughness charming stories neither injured simple texture overlaid original pattern first russian edition m polevoi s book following selection made single exception morozko variant familiar know mr ralston s volume none tales seen light english dress publication first edition book though ralston polevoi drew part copious stock purposes different selections naturally proved different also merits skazki must left speak themselves significant fact however scholars equally familiar russian skazki german märchen unhesitatingly give palm fun fancy former summary robert nisbet bain p |
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8956 |
9582 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 5 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
Volume 5 continues the story in epistolary form of the despoliation of Clarissa, as all the forces of society and the personal nefariousness of the devilish rake Lovelace conspire to overcome her virtue. One of the earliest and certainly the longest novel in the English language, with a wide-ranging influence not only on the English novel, but also on nineteenth century European literature at large, it is gripping, twisted and a magnificent dramatic soap opera. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-volume-5-by-samuel-richardson/ |
volume 5 continues story epistolary form despoliation clarissa forces society personal nefariousness devilish rake lovelace conspire overcome virtue one earliest certainly longest novel english language wide ranging influence english novel also nineteenth century european literature large gripping twisted magnificent dramatic soap opera summary nicole lee p |
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8957 |
9583 |
Hecuba |
Euripides |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Tragedy |
Like Euripides' Trojan Women, this play takes place after the sack of Troy. Hecuba, widow of King Priam, suffers the loss of her daughter Polyxena and her son Polydore, and is hungry for revenge on those who have wronged her. Summary by Elizabeth Klett\n<br><br><b>Cast of Characters:</b><br>Ghost of Polydore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Hecuba: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>Polyxena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Ulysses: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Talthybius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Agamemnon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Polymestor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8808">davidpr</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br><br>\n\n\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/hecuba-by-euripides/ |
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8958 |
9584 |
With Her in Ourland |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Third in the trilogy of the feminist classics, after <i>Moving the Mountain</i> and <i>Herland</i>. It was published serially in Perkins Gilman's periodical <i>The Forerunner</i>. In <i>Herland</i>, three American young men discover a country inhabited solely by women, who were parthenogenetic (asexual procreation), and had borne only girl children for two thousand years; they marry three of the women. Two of the men and one woman leave the country of Herland to return to America; Jeff Margrave remaining in Herland with his wife, Celis, a willing citizen; Terry O. Nicholson being expelled from Herland for bad conduct; and Ellador electing to leave Herland with her husband, Vandyck Jennings. We now continue the story, told from the viewpoint of Vandyck Jennings, as they return to America. (Summary from the text and by TriciaG) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/with-her-in-ourland-by-charlotte-perkins-gilman/ |
third trilogy feminist classics i moving mountain i i herland i published serially perkins gilman s periodical i the forerunner i i herland i three american young men discover country inhabited solely women parthenogenetic asexual procreation borne girl children two thousand years marry three women two men one woman leave country herland return america jeff margrave remaining herland wife celis willing citizen terry o nicholson expelled herland bad conduct ellador electing leave herland husband vandyck jennings continue story told viewpoint vandyck jennings return america summary text triciag |
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8960 |
9586 |
In His Steps (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
Dramatic Readings, Christian Fiction |
After a strange event at the Raymond First Church, Reverend Henry Maxwell asks his congregation a startling question: Will they pledge to try and do only what Jesus would for an entire year? Even more important, however is the question: Who will follow through the whole way? - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles</p>\nNarrated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9783?primary_key=9783&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Glenn Koster, Jr.</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599?primary_key=9599&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Maggie Travers</a>\n<br>Rev. Henry Maxwell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425?primary_key=8425&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Larry Wilson</a>\n<br>Mary Maxwell, Letter writer 4, Loreen, Rose Sterling, and Carlsen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281?primary_key=6281&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>Tramp and the Bishop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065?primary_key=6065&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">David Olson</a>\n<br>Choir Soprano, Rachel Winslow, Girl 2, and Rough: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446?primary_key=9446&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Adele de Pignerolles</a>\n<br>Choir Alto, Customer, Letter writer 2, Virginia Page, Mrs. Gray, Crowd Member 2, Female Crowd Member, Night Watchman, Auditorium Attendant, Mrs. Sterling, Mrs. Delano, Man 2, Divinity Student, and Third Speaker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886?primary_key=8886&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Esther ben Simonides</a>\n<br>Choir Tenor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143?primary_key=10143&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Ashur Gharavi</a>\n<br>Choir Bass and Stephen Clyde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253?primary_key=10253&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Donald Gilmore</a>\n<br>Dr. West, Jasper Chase and Burns: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9961?primary_key=9961&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Mike Justice</a>\n<br>Alexander Powers, Rollin Page, Crowd Member 1, Mr. Sterling, Clayton and First speaker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031?primary_key=10031&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Rupert Holliday</a>\n<br>Donald Marsh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10238?primary_key=10238&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Rquade</a>\n<br>Edward Norman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10178?primary_key=10178&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Bill</a>\n<br>Clark: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8393?primary_key=8393&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Dave Harrell</a>\n<br>Boy 1 and Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883?primary_key=8883&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Lydia</a>\n<br>George, Street Boy, and Crowd Member 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9041?primary_key=9041&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Gideon Snow</a>\n<br>Letter writer 1, Tent Meeting Attendee, Girl 1, Newspaper Correspondent, Messenger and Man in Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072?primary_key=8072&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Kimberly Krause</a>\n<br>Madam Page, Mrs. Winslow, and Mrs. Bruce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548?primary_key=6548&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Kristin Gjerløw</a>\n<br>Mr. Gray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157?primary_key=3157&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">TriciaG</a>\n<br>Fred Morris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356?primary_key=7356&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Rachel</a>\n<br>Milton Wright, Calvin Bruce, D.D., and Second Speaker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10180?primary_key=10180&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Bob Scott</a>\n<br>Felicia Sterling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296?primary_key=8296&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Bria Snow</a>\n<br>Clarence Penrose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396?primary_key=10396&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">John Burlinson</a>\n<br><br>Audio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446?primary_key=9446&search_category=reader&search_page=1&search_form=get_results">Adele de Pignerolles</a></p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-his-steps-version-2-dramatic-reading-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
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8961 |
9587 |
Contes humoristiques |
Théophile Gautier |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />Un voyageur rencontre l’amour de sa vie lorsque objets et peintures prennent vie dans une chambre d’hôtes.\nL’âme d’une maison vit dans un recoin de cheminée.\nUn acteur de grande notoriété rencontre le diable en personne en jouant le rôle de celui-ci.\n1843. Un inventeur original fabrique une machine volante, il disparaît…\n\n<br /><br />Théophile Gautier nous transporte dans le monde fantastique et humoristique du début du XIXe siècle. Ce recueil publié, en 1880, compile huit contes extraordinaires.<br /><br />\n• La cafetière, conte fantastique\n<br />• Laquelle des deux, histoire perplexe\n<br />• L’âme de la maison\n<br />• Le garde national réfractaire\n• Deux acteurs pour un rôle\n<br />• Une visite nocturne\n<br />• Feuillets de l’album d’un jeune rapin\n<br />• De l’obésité en littérature\n<br /> (Résumé par Zeckou)<br /> <br /> |
French |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/contes-humoristiques-by-theophile-gautier/ |
br un voyageur rencontre l amour de sa vie lorsque objets et peintures prennent vie dans une chambre d hôtes l âme d une maison vit dans un recoin de cheminée un acteur de grande notoriété rencontre le diable en personne en jouant le rôle de celui ci 1843 un inventeur original fabrique une machine volante il disparaît br br théophile gautier nous transporte dans le monde fantastique et humoristique du début du xixe siècle ce recueil publié en 1880 compile huit contes extraordinaires br br la cafetière conte fantastique br laquelle des deux histoire perplexe br l âme de la maison br le garde national réfractaire deux acteurs pour un rôle br une visite nocturne br feuillets de l album d un jeune rapin br de l obésité en littérature br résumé par zeckou br br |
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8962 |
9588 |
People of the Black Circle (version 2) |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
The People of the Black Circle" is one of the original novellas about Conan the Cimmerian, written by American author Robert E. Howard and first published in Weird Tales magazine in three parts over the September, October and November 1934 issues. Howard earned $250 for the publication of this story.</p>\nIt is set in the pseudo-historical Hyborian Age and concerns Conan kidnapping a regal princess of Vendhya (pre-historical India) and foiling a nefarious plot of world domination by the Black Seers of Yimsha. Due to its epic scope and atypical Hindustan flavor, the story is considered an undisputed classic of Conan lore and is often cited by Howard scholars as one of his best tales. It is also one of the few Howard stories where the reader is treated a deeper insight on magic and magicians beyond the stereotypical Hyborian depiction as demon conjurer-illusionist-priests. - Summary from Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1934 |
https://librivox.org/the-people-of-the-black-circle-version-2-by-robert-e-howard/ |
people black circle one original novellas conan cimmerian written american author robert e howard first published weird tales magazine three parts september october november 1934 issues howard earned 250 publication story p set pseudo historical hyborian age concerns conan kidnapping regal princess vendhya pre historical india foiling nefarious plot world domination black seers yimsha due epic scope atypical hindustan flavor story considered undisputed classic conan lore often cited howard scholars one best tales also one howard stories reader treated deeper insight magic magicians beyond stereotypical hyborian depiction demon conjurer illusionist priests summary wikipedia p |
| 9017 |
8963 |
9589 |
As a Man Thinketh (version 4) |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
This book is about our thoughts and how they determine our actions and very being. A few quotes will give a good taste of the riches in this book:\n"A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts."\n"Cherish your visions. Cherish your ideals. Cherish the music that stirs in your heart, the beauty that forms in your mind, the loveliness that drapes your purest thoughts, for out of them will grow all delightful conditions, all heavenly environment, of these, if you but remain true to them your world will at last be built."\n"The soul attracts that which it secretly harbors, that which it loves, and also that which it fears. It reaches the height of its cherished aspirations. It falls to the level of its unchastened desires – and circumstances are the means by which the soul receives its own."\n"Men are anxious to improve their circumstances, but are unwilling to improve themselves, they therefore remain bound."\n"Every action and feeling is preceded by a thought."\n"Right thinking begins with the words we say to ourselves."\n"Circumstance does not make the man, it reveals him to himself."\n"You cannot travel within and stand still without."\n"As the physically weak man can make himself strong by careful and patient training, so the man of weak thoughts, can make them strong by exercising himself in right thinking."\n"Every man is where he is by the law of his being; the thoughts which he has built into his character have brought him there, and in the arrangement of his life there is no element of chance, but all is the result of a law which cannot err." - Summary by the author</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/as-a-man-thinketh-version-4-by-james-allen/ |
book thoughts determine actions being quotes give good taste riches book a man literally thinks character complete sum thoughts cherish visions cherish ideals cherish music stirs heart beauty forms mind loveliness drapes purest thoughts grow delightful conditions heavenly environment these remain true world last built the soul attracts secretly harbors loves also fears reaches height cherished aspirations falls level unchastened desires circumstances means soul receives own men anxious improve circumstances unwilling improve themselves therefore remain bound every action feeling preceded thought right thinking begins words say ourselves circumstance make man reveals himself you cannot travel within stand still without as physically weak man make strong careful patient training man weak thoughts make strong exercising right thinking every man law being thoughts built character brought there arrangement life element chance result law cannot err summary author p |
| 9018 |
8964 |
9590 |
Five Little Peppers at School |
Margaret Sidney |
Family, School |
<p>The Five Little Peppers are off to school - Joel and Davie at a boys' boarding school, Polly, Phronsie and Ben at home. At first the storyline shifts between the boys and the girls, until the boys come home for the holidays and all the children are caught up in plans to help the poor family of a brakeman who was killed in an accident. Meanwhile Polly struggles to keep Jasper's friend from being expelled, Phronsie has a frightening accident and Ben works hard to repay Mr. King. It's another heart-warming tale from the author of <i>Five Little Peppers and How They Grew</i>! <p>(Summary by Rachel)<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/five-little-peppers-at-school-by-margaret-sidney/ |
p the five little peppers school joel davie boys boarding school polly phronsie ben home first storyline shifts boys girls boys come home holidays children caught plans help poor family brakeman killed accident meanwhile polly struggles keep jasper s friend expelled phronsie frightening accident ben works hard repay mr king another heart warming tale author i five little peppers grew i p summary rachel p |
| 9019 |
8966 |
9592 |
Little Princess (Version 3) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
General |
A Little Princess is a classic of children's literature by the author of The Secret Garden. Seven-year-old Sara Crewe comes to London to attend Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies, where she must live apart from her adored father. Sara is a bright and imaginative child who is both loved (for her friendliness) and hated (for her father's wealth) at Miss Minchin's. When Sara receives some terrible news on her eleventh birthday, her life changes forever. -Summary by Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-princess-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-3/ |
little princess classic children s literature author secret garden seven year old sara crewe comes london attend miss minchin s select seminary young ladies must live apart adored father sara bright imaginative child loved for friendliness hated for father s wealth miss minchin s sara receives terrible news eleventh birthday life changes forever summary elizabeth klett p |
| 9020 |
8967 |
9593 |
Gorilla Hunters |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Travel Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Ralph Rover is happily at home from his adventure on <a href="http://librivox.org/the-coral-island-by-r-m-ballantyne/">The Coral Island</a> and wondering if he should settle down when he receives a visit from an eccentric stranger that won't give his name. This visit starts him on a string of adventures that find him getting charged by rhinoceroses, chased by African natives, and facing down a larger-than-life gorilla on his own. Of course, this is only the start of his adventure in to the land of the gorillas.</p>\nPlease note: this book has some words now considered derogatory, which are used in a generic way without any derogatory meaning. At the time the book was written, these words were normal language. I have endeavored to read them as such--words that were perfectly suitable in the context of their day. (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles)</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-gorilla-hunters-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
ralph rover happily home adventure a href http librivox org the coral island by r m ballantyne the coral island a wondering settle receives visit eccentric stranger give name visit starts string adventures find getting charged rhinoceroses chased african natives facing larger than life gorilla own course start adventure land gorillas p please note book words considered derogatory used generic way without derogatory meaning time book written words normal language endeavored read such words perfectly suitable context day summary adele de pignerolles p |
| 9021 |
8968 |
9594 |
What the Wolf Really Said to Little Red Riding Hood |
Bret Harte |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Francis Bret Harte was an American author and poet, best remembered for his short fiction featuring miners, gamblers, and other romantic figures of the California Gold Rush. In a career spanning more than four decades, he wrote poetry, fiction, plays, lectures, book reviews, editorials, and magazine sketches in addition to fiction. As he moved from California to the eastern U.S. to Europe, he incorporated new subjects and characters into his stories, but his Gold Rush tales have been most often reprinted, adapted, and admired. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-wolf-really-said-to-little-red-riding-hood-by-bret-harte/ |
francis bret harte american author poet best remembered short fiction featuring miners gamblers romantic figures california gold rush career spanning four decades wrote poetry fiction plays lectures book reviews editorials magazine sketches addition fiction moved california eastern u s europe incorporated new subjects characters stories gold rush tales often reprinted adapted admired summary wikipedia p |
| 9022 |
8969 |
9595 |
Off Rough Point |
Emma Lazarus |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Emma Lazarus was an American poet born in New York City. She is best known for "The New Colossus", a sonnet written in 1883; its lines appear on a bronze plaque in the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty placed in 1903. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/off-rough-point-by-emma-lazarus/ |
emma lazarus american poet born new york city best known the new colossus sonnet written 1883 lines appear bronze plaque pedestal statue liberty placed 1903 summary wikipedia p |
| 9023 |
8970 |
9596 |
Adventures of Bob White |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The Adventures of Bob White is another in the long line of children's books by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, Bob White and Mrs. Bob White make a new home near the Old Briar Patch where they become neighbors with Peter Rabbit. We learn what Bob White likes to eat, how he protects his nest from being discovered, and who his friends and his enemies are. We also learn that sometimes it's not good to know everything, that arithmetic can be a useful tool, and that a Bob White needs to stay far away from the two-legged creatures who carry fire-sticks. - Summary by John Lieder</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-bob-white-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
adventures bob white another long line children s books conservationist thornton w burgess book bob white mrs bob white make new home near old briar patch become neighbors peter rabbit learn bob white likes eat protects nest discovered friends enemies are also learn sometimes good know everything arithmetic useful tool bob white needs stay far away two legged creatures carry fire sticks summary john lieder p |
| 9024 |
8971 |
9597 |
Coming to the King |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Poetry, Christianity - Other |
A collection of poems by Frances Ridley Havergal and others, all describing different aspects of our walk with God, from 'Coming to the King' to 'Under the Shadow.' Summary by Esther ben Simonides.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coming-to-the-king-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
collection poems frances ridley havergal others describing different aspects walk god coming king under shadow summary esther ben simonides p |
| 9025 |
8972 |
9598 |
Backfischchen's Leiden und Freuden |
Clementine Helm |
Family |
Dieses Buch der im 19. Jahrhundert sehr erfolgreichen Jugendschriftstellerin Clementine Helm erzählt auf liebevolle Weise die Geschichte von Gretchen, welche als Landei zu ihrer Tante nach Berlin kommt, um Benimm zu lernen. Diese völlig neue Welt, die in starkem Kontrast zu ihrem bisherigen freien und wilden Landleben steht, fordert Grete einiges ab, und anfangs lässt sie kein Fettnäpfchen aus. Nach und nach lernt sie jedoch, sich in der feineren Gesellschaft Berlins zu bewegen ohne überall anzuecken. Unterstützt wird sie dabei durch ihre beste Freundin Marie, und durch ihre sehr geduldige Tante. - Zusammenfassung von Claudia Salto</p> |
German |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/backfischchens-leiden-und-freuden-by-clementine-helm/ |
dieses buch der im 19 jahrhundert sehr erfolgreichen jugendschriftstellerin clementine helm erzählt auf liebevolle weise die geschichte von gretchen welche als landei zu ihrer tante nach berlin kommt um benimm zu lernen diese völlig neue welt die starkem kontrast zu ihrem bisherigen freien und wilden landleben steht fordert grete einiges ab und anfangs lässt sie kein fettnäpfchen aus nach und nach lernt sie jedoch sich der feineren gesellschaft berlins zu bewegen ohne überall anzuecken unterstützt wird sie dabei durch ihre beste freundin marie und durch ihre sehr geduldige tante zusammenfassung von claudia salto p |
| 9026 |
8973 |
9599 |
Basho, The Chief Poet of Japan and the Hokku, or Epigram Verses |
Matsuo Bashō |
Anthologies |
During his lifetime, Bashō was recognized for his works in the collaborative haikai no renga form; today, after centuries of commentary, he is recognized as the greatest master of haiku (then called hokku). He is quoted as saying, “Many of my followers can write hokku as well as I can. Where I show who I really am is in linking haikai verses.” This short anthology of haiku by Bashō and his pupils features poetry in their original Japanese, with translations and commentary in English by Basil Hall Chamberlain, a professor of Japanese at Tokyo Imperial University. - Summary by Wikipedia and Rob Board</p> |
Multilingual |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/basho-the-chief-poet-of-japan-by-matsuo-basho/ |
lifetime bashō recognized works collaborative haikai renga form today centuries commentary recognized greatest master haiku then called hokku quoted saying many followers write hokku well can show really linking haikai verses short anthology haiku bashō pupils features poetry original japanese translations commentary english basil hall chamberlain professor japanese tokyo imperial university summary wikipedia rob board p |
| 9027 |
8974 |
9600 |
David Copperfield - Condensed by the Author for his Dramatic Readings in America |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
"This short collection of 6 selected scenes from "David Copperfield" were abridged and performed by Dickens himself during his American Tour of 1867 and 1868."- Summary by Michael Armenta</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-condensed-by-the-author-by-charles-dickens/ |
this short collection 6 selected scenes david copperfield abridged performed dickens american tour 1867 1868 summary michael armenta p |
| 9028 |
8975 |
9601 |
Selected Classics of Washington Irving |
Washington Irving |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Washington Irving is one of early America's most treasured writers. He is best known for his wit and satirical voice. Irving had the extraordinary ability to paint a picture in words on the canvas of the printed page. Irving spent time in England where he wrote some of his best work. This collection includes two of his most famous works: "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." In these two classics, set in New York, Irving brings the legends and daily goings on of the early settlers to life in vivid color and detail. Additionally, two of Irving's essays about England, both rural and metropolitan, round out his Trans-Atlantic descriptions of life in a byegone era. ( Greg Giordano)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/selected-classics-of-washington-irving-by-washington-irving/ |
washington irving one early america s treasured writers best known wit satirical voice irving extraordinary ability paint picture words canvas printed page irving spent time england wrote best work collection includes two famous works rip van winkle the legend sleepy hollow two classics set new york irving brings legends daily goings early settlers life vivid color detail additionally two irving s essays england rural metropolitan round trans atlantic descriptions life byegone era greg giordano p |
| 9029 |
8976 |
9602 |
Marie: An Episode in the Life of the Late Allan Quatermain |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is a superb sweeping romantic adventure story of how Alan Quatermain, hero of fourteen of Rider H Haggard's books, met, fell in love with and married his first wife. It is related from the perspective of old age and is set against the time of the Great Trek in the 1830s. The villains of the piece are truly villainous, Dingaan a portly traitorous despotic Zulu chief, and a Portuguese killer who constantly plots to kill our hero and steal his wife.<br /><br />This book is written with histrionic flair typical of the Victorian era, gripping battles combined with scenes of fervent emotion. Bigotry and hatred filter through the story, having (as they do even now) a terrible effect on all the characters who harboured such prejudices. (Summary by Peter Keeble)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/marie-an-episode-in-the-life-of-the-late-allan-quatermain-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
superb sweeping romantic adventure story alan quatermain hero fourteen rider h haggard s books met fell love married first wife related perspective old age set time great trek 1830s villains piece truly villainous dingaan portly traitorous despotic zulu chief portuguese killer constantly plots kill hero steal wife br br this book written histrionic flair typical victorian era gripping battles combined scenes fervent emotion bigotry hatred filter story as even now terrible effect characters harboured prejudices summary peter keeble p |
| 9030 |
8977 |
9603 |
In the Line of Battle |
Walter Wood |
War & Military |
“A COLLECTION OF absolutely authentic accounts by privates and non-commissioned officers.... We see a great simplicity and directness of observation and recital, so admirable that one page of such writing is worth all the folios of the war experts and correspondents, not to say romancers and publicists.” The Athenæum. <br><br>\n“THE HUMAN SIDE, the naked horror and simple glory of actual conflict, is what Mr. Wood’s soldiers are concerned with, and the stories they tell give a clearer picture of this side of war than can be found in any other form.” Pall Mall Gazette. <br><br>\n“A VERY REAL and deeply affecting book, and the editor has done a valuable work in collecting these poignant, odd, whimsical, terrible stories together.” Westminster Gazette. <br><br>\n“NO MAN WHO boasts a heart, least of all any man of young limbs, will read these soldiers’ simple stories without a quickening of the pulse. They are at once a great stimulus and a great memorial.” Daily Telegraph.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-line-of-battle-by-walter-wood/ |
a collection absolutely authentic accounts privates non commissioned officers see great simplicity directness observation recital admirable one page writing worth folios war experts correspondents say romancers publicists athenæum br br the human side naked horror simple glory actual conflict mr wood s soldiers concerned with stories tell give clearer picture side war found form pall mall gazette br br a real deeply affecting book editor done valuable work collecting poignant odd whimsical terrible stories together westminster gazette br br no man boasts heart least man young limbs read soldiers simple stories without quickening pulse great stimulus great memorial daily telegraph p |
| 9031 |
8978 |
9604 |
Saint Benedict |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Benedict of Nursia (c. 480 – 543 or 547) is honoured by the Catholic Church as the patron saint of Europe and students. Benedict founded twelve communities for monks at Subiaco, Italy (about 40 miles (64 km) to the east of Rome), before moving to Monte Cassino in the mountains of southern Italy. One of his most well known achievement is his "Rule of Saint Benedict", containing precepts for his monks. He is often called the founder of western monasticism. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/saint-benedict-by-frances-alice-forbes/ |
saint benedict nursia c 480 543 547 honoured catholic church patron saint europe students benedict founded twelve communities monks subiaco italy about 40 miles 64 km east rome moving monte cassino mountains southern italy one well known achievement rule saint benedict containing precepts monks often called founder western monasticism summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 9032 |
8979 |
9605 |
Wild Swans at Coole (Version 2) |
William Butler Yeats |
Single author |
A collection of poems from the mid-career of this renowned Irish poet, the title poem referring to the estate of his friend and mentor, Lady Gregory. The poems display Yeats' use of symbols (cat, hare, moon, etc), his attachment to the supernatural and Irish folklore, and his recourse to alter egos (Aherne and Robartes). They also exemplify his distinctive style of expression. (Summary by Peter Tucker) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-swans-at-coole-version-2-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
collection poems mid career renowned irish poet title poem referring estate friend mentor lady gregory poems display yeats use symbols cat hare moon etc attachment supernatural irish folklore recourse alter egos aherne robartes also exemplify distinctive style expression summary peter tucker p |
| 9033 |
8980 |
9606 |
All Things Are Possible |
Lev Shestov |
Modern |
A passionate exponent of Russian Existentialism, Lev Shestov is little known in the English-speaking world but had an extensive influence on philosophy and literature in the first half of the 20th century, his influence imprinting thinkers and writers as diverse as D. H. Lawrence, Nicholas Berdyaev, Georges Bataille, and Edmund Husserl. Driven out of Russia by the Bolshevik Revolution, Shestov continued to live, study, and write in Paris, where he died in 1955. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/all-things-are-possible-by-lev-shestov/ |
passionate exponent russian existentialism lev shestov little known english speaking world extensive influence philosophy literature first half 20th century influence imprinting thinkers writers diverse d h lawrence nicholas berdyaev georges bataille edmund husserl driven russia bolshevik revolution shestov continued live study write paris died 1955 summary expatriate p |
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8981 |
9607 |
Pomander Walk |
Louis Napoleon Parker |
Humorous Fiction |
Pomander Walk is a unique street in London, and in this humorous novel we meet the unusual residents. It was originally produced as a stage play and includes lively dialog. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/pomander-walk-by-louis-napoleon-parker/ |
pomander walk unique street london humorous novel meet unusual residents originally produced stage play includes lively dialog summary lynne thompson p |
| 9035 |
8982 |
9608 |
Summa Theologica - 07 Pars Prima Secundae, Treatise on the Passions |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 22-48 of the Prima Secundae ("First-half of the Second Part"), a Treatise on the Passions: the passions in general (questions 22-25), and in particular (questions 26-48), whether these latter be concupiscent (26-39) or irascible (40-48).<br><br>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-07-pars-prima-secundae-treatise-on-the-passions-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 22 48 prima secundae first half second part treatise passions passions general questions 22 25 particular questions 26 48 whether latter concupiscent 26 39 irascible 40 48 br br |
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8983 |
9609 |
Pennycomequicks |
Sabine Baring-Gould |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction, Romance |
The Pennycomequicks is the charming and witty story of a dysfunctional English family in the late 19th century, scattered to the winds, scarred and battered by human and Divine tragedy, struggling for sustenance of the material and / or immaterial kind. - Summary by Michael Reuss</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-pennycomequicks-by-sabine-baring-gould/ |
pennycomequicks charming witty story dysfunctional english family late 19th century scattered winds scarred battered human divine tragedy struggling sustenance material immaterial kind summary michael reuss p |
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8984 |
9610 |
Saga of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald |
Anonymous |
Sagas |
<p><br>A tale from Iceland, 800 years ago.<br>\nIn a dream of quarrels and death<br>\nThe birth of fair Helga is told<br>\nCross the north seas ventured for fame<br>\nAt the call of kings, hearth bereft<br>\nWounded pride, spawn'd of a sensed slight<br>\nWhen tongues fail, sharper blades prevail<br>\nFalcon soothes the cloak wrapt wound<br>\nFair one pines and fades from the light. - <i>Summary by Fritz</i></p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-saga-of-gunnlaug-the-worm-tongue-and-raven-the-skald-by-anonymous/ |
p br a tale iceland 800 years ago br dream quarrels death br birth fair helga told br cross north seas ventured fame br call kings hearth bereft br wounded pride spawn d sensed slight br tongues fail sharper blades prevail br falcon soothes cloak wrapt wound br fair one pines fades light i summary fritz i p |
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8985 |
9611 |
Around the World in Eighty Days (version 5 Dramatic Reading) |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
In London, 1872, a rich English gentlemen named Mr. Phileas Fogg argues with the members in the Reform Club, and takes on a journey around the world in 80 days with his new servant, Passapartout, with accepting a wager. Summary by Jessie Yun\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>\n<br>Phileas Fogg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9822">BrassRhino</a>\n<br>Passapartout: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9827">Will Levine</a>\n<br>Detective Fix: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>\n<br>Aouda, Porter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>\n<br>James Forster, A Reader, Mr. Oysterpuff, Pilot, Purser, Townsperson, Passenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>\n<br>Andrew Stuart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a>\n<br>Gauthier Ralph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a>\n<br>John Sullivan, Judge Obadiah, Colonel Stamp Proctor, Mormon, Captain Andrew Speedy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>\n<br>Thomas Flanagan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a>\n<br>Samuel Fallentin, Constable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo692</a>\n<br>Lord Albemarle, Landlord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>Consul, Engineer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>\n<br>Sir Francis Cromarty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>\n<br>Parsee Guide: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>\n<br>Uccaf Uddaul, Elder William Hitch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a>\n<br>John Bunsby, The Honourable Mr. Willam Batulcar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9825">J. Alan Brown</a>\n<br>Conductor, Signal-Man, Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9838">Shiloh Fuscello</a>\n<br>Mudge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9887">Thomas J. Rowland</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nProof listened by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-in-eighty-days-version-5-dramatic-reading-by-jules-verne/ |
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| 9039 |
11623 |
12302 |
Some Poems of Roger Casement |
Roger Casement |
Poetry |
This is a small volume of poetry by Roger Casement. Casement was a diplomat for years, active especially in Africa, where he witnessed the dark side of British Imperialism. He began to devote his life to human rights, and is still recognised for his important work particularly in the Congo and in Peru. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/some-poems-of-roger-casement-by-roger-casement/ |
small volume poetry roger casement casement diplomat years active especially africa witnessed dark side british imperialism began devote life human rights still recognised important work particularly congo peru summary carolin |
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8986 |
9612 |
Sentimental Tommy |
J. M. Barrie |
Children's Fiction, Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
"J. M. Barrie is most noted for being the author of Peter Pan, the beloved book about a child who does not want to grow up. The two Tommy novels, as they are collectively referred to, are also about a child who does not want to grow up. Yet, unlike Peter Pan, he has to. Tommy grows up in the slums of London at the end of the 19th century in difficult conditions. This book explores his boyhood. How would his childhood fantasies collide with the hard conditions in which he lives and the reality of his growing up? The Tommy novels are considered semi-autobiographical." - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/sentimental-tommy-by-j-m-barrie/ |
j m barrie noted author peter pan beloved book child want grow up two tommy novels collectively referred to also child want grow up yet unlike peter pan to tommy grows slums london end 19th century difficult conditions book explores boyhood would childhood fantasies collide hard conditions lives reality growing up tommy novels considered semi autobiographical summary stav nisser |
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8987 |
9613 |
American Far West: Seven Mid-Nineteenth Century Views From Abroad |
Various |
Travel & Geography |
Charles Dickens started and edited a magazine called All The Year Round, a weekly collection of articles on a wide variety of topics. An anonymous correspondent in 1868-69 sent in these seven articles about life in the far West of the United States. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-far-west-seven-mid-nineteenth-century-views-from-abroad-by-various/ |
charles dickens started edited magazine called year round weekly collection articles wide variety topics anonymous correspondent 1868 69 sent seven articles life far west united states summary david wales p |
| 9042 |
8988 |
9614 |
Mrs. Warren's Daughter |
Sir Harry Johnston |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Mrs. Warren's Daughter is a continuation, in novel form, of George Bernard Shaw's controversial play, Mrs. Warren's Profession. In the play, Vivie Warren, an emancipated young woman recently graduated from University, disavows her mother Kitty when she learns that Kitty's fortune comes from an ownership share in an international string of brothels, and that Kitty herself was once a prostitute. This novel, written by a world renowned botanist, explorer, and colonial administrator, follows Vivie's personal and political adventures through her involvement in the Suffragist movement and the years leading up to and during World War I. - Summary by Jacquerie</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-warrens-daughter-by-sir-harry-johnston/ |
mrs warren s daughter continuation novel form george bernard shaw s controversial play mrs warren s profession play vivie warren emancipated young woman recently graduated university disavows mother kitty learns kitty s fortune comes ownership share international string brothels kitty prostitute novel written world renowned botanist explorer colonial administrator follows vivie s personal political adventures involvement suffragist movement years leading world war i summary jacquerie p |
| 9043 |
8989 |
9615 |
Declaration |
Nathaniel Parker Willis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Nathaniel Parker Willis is also known as N. P. Willis. He was an American author, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-declaration-by-nathaniel-parker-willis/ |
nathaniel parker willis also known n p willis american author poet editor worked several notable american writers including edgar allan poe henry wadsworth longfellow became highest paid magazine writer day summary wikipedia p |
| 9044 |
8990 |
9616 |
Summa Theologica - 08 Pars Prima Secundae, Treatise on Habits, Virtues and Vices |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 49-89 of the Prima Secundae ("First-half of the Second Part"), a Treatise on the Habits, Virtues and Vices: the habits in general (questions 49-54), and in particular (questions 55-89), whether expressed as virtues (55-70) or as vices (71-89). |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-08-pars-prima-secundae-treatise-on-habits-virtues-and-vices-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 49 89 prima secundae first half second part treatise habits virtues vices habits general questions 49 54 particular questions 55 89 whether expressed virtues 55 70 vices 71 89 |
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8991 |
9617 |
Summa Theologica - 09 Pars Prima Secundae, Treatise on Law and Grace |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Medieval, Early Modern |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 90-114 of the Prima Secundae ("First-half of the Second Part"), comprising Treatises on Law (questions 90-108) and Grace (questions 109-114).<br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-09-pars-prima-secundae-treatise-on-law-and-grace-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 90 114 prima secundae first half second part comprising treatises law questions 90 108 grace questions 109 114 br br |
| 9046 |
11624 |
12303 |
Ollanta - Drama Quichua en Tres Actos y en Verso |
Unknown |
Historical Fiction, Plays, Romance |
Ollantay u Ollántay es un drama escrito originalmente en quechua colonial, considerado por unos como de origen incaico —y como tal la más antigua y rotunda expresión de la literatura quechua—; y por otros como de origen hispano colonial. El más antiguo manuscrito de esta obra perteneció al sacerdote Antonio Valdés (siglo XVIII), a quien por algún tiempo se consideró su autor original; pero existen otros manuscritos divergentes que han hecho pensar en la existencia de una fuente común, de más remoto origen. La posición más aceptada actualmente es que la historia contada en el drama es de origen inca, que fue conservada durante mucho tiempo como tradición oral, hasta que en la época colonial fue adaptada para su escenificación teatral según el molde occidental, aunque continúa en el anonimato el autor o autores de tal adaptación. El general de los ejércitos incas, Ollantay, es un guerrero de origen plebeyo que por sus excelentes servicios ha sido elevado a la nobleza de privilegio y al que se le han concedido numerosos premios. Pero se enamora de Cusi Coyllur (Lucero Alegre o Estrella), hija del Inca Pachacútec (El restaurador del mundo), amor prohibido, pues de acuerdo a las leyes de Imperio, nadie, salvo otro de linaje inca, puede casarse con una princesa. No obstante, Ollantay, enceguecido por el amor, se une a Cusi Coyllur, secreto que comparte la reina madre Ccoya o Anahuarqui. Pese a los augurios en contra que le da el Huillac Uma o sumo sacerdote, Ollantay decide pedir al Inca que apruebe formalmente su unión con Cusi Coyllur. Pachacútec le recuerda a Ollantay su origen humilde y le señala su increíble audacia de querer “subir demasiado alto”; luego, enfurecido, lo expulsa de su presencia. Cusi Coyllur es encerrada en un calabozo de la casa de mujeres escogidas o Acllahuasi, donde deberá expiar su falta; allí dará a luz una niña, fruto de su amor con Ollantay, a la cual llamará Ima Súmac (Bella Niña), desde entonces ocurren diversos hechos que desencadenan en apasionados enfrentamientos entre el Inca y el que fuera su mejor guerrero: Ollanta. Summary by Ricardo Palma<br><br>\n\nOllantay or Ollantay is a drama originally written in colonial Quechua, considered by some to be of Inca origin - and as such the oldest and most outspoken expression of Quechua literature; and by others as of Hispanic colonial origin. The oldest manuscript of this work belonged to the priest Antonio Valdes (eighteenth century), who for some time was considered its original author; but there are other divergent manuscripts that have made us think of the existence of a common source, of more remote origin. The most accepted position today is that the story told in the drama is of Inca origin, that was conserved for a long time as oral tradition until in colonial times it was adapted for its theatrical staging according to the western mold, although the author of this adaptation remains unknown.<br><br> The General of the Inca armies, Ollantay, is a warrior of plebeian origin who has been elevated to the nobility of privilege for his excellent services and who has been awarded numerous prizes. He falls in love with Cusi Coyllur, daughter of the Inca Pachacútec (The Restorer of the World). Their love is forbidden, since according to the laws of Empire no one except one of Inca lineage can marry a princess. Nevertheless, Ollantay, blinded by this love, is united to Cusi Coyllur, a secret shared by the queen mother Ccoya or Anahuarqui. In spite of the auguries against him by the Huillac Uma, Ollantay decides to ask the Inca to formally approve his union with Cusi Coyllur. Pachacútec reminds Ollantay of his humble origins and points out his incredible audacity to want to "climb too high"; then, enraged, expels him from his presence. Cusi Coyllur is imprisoned in the house Acllahuasi, where she must atone for her fault; there she gives birth to a girl, the fruit of her love with Ollantay, whom she will call Ima Súmac (Bella Niña). These events trigger passionate clashes between the Inca and his best warrior: Ollanta. Summary by Ricardo Palma |
Spanish |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/ollanta/ |
ollantay u ollántay es un drama escrito originalmente en quechua colonial considerado por unos como de origen incaico y como tal la más antigua rotunda expresión de la literatura quechua por otros como de origen hispano colonial el más antiguo manuscrito de esta obra perteneció al sacerdote antonio valdés siglo xviii quien por algún tiempo se consideró su autor original pero existen otros manuscritos divergentes que han hecho pensar en la existencia de una fuente común de más remoto origen la posición más aceptada actualmente es que la historia contada en el drama es de origen inca que fue conservada durante mucho tiempo como tradición oral hasta que en la época colonial fue adaptada para su escenificación teatral según el molde occidental aunque continúa en el anonimato el autor autores de tal adaptación el general de los ejércitos incas ollantay es un guerrero de origen plebeyo que por sus excelentes servicios ha sido elevado la nobleza de privilegio al que se le han concedido numerosos premios pero se enamora de cusi coyllur lucero alegre estrella hija del inca pachacútec el restaurador del mundo amor prohibido pues de acuerdo las leyes de imperio nadie salvo otro de linaje inca puede casarse con una princesa obstante ollantay enceguecido por el amor se une cusi coyllur secreto que comparte la reina madre ccoya anahuarqui pese los augurios en contra que le da el huillac uma sumo sacerdote ollantay decide pedir al inca que apruebe formalmente su unión con cusi coyllur pachacútec le recuerda ollantay su origen humilde le señala su increíble audacia de querer subir demasiado alto luego enfurecido lo expulsa de su presencia cusi coyllur es encerrada en un calabozo de la casa de mujeres escogidas acllahuasi donde deberá expiar su falta allí dará luz una niña fruto de su amor con ollantay la cual llamará ima súmac bella niña desde entonces ocurren diversos hechos que desencadenan en apasionados enfrentamientos entre el inca el que fuera su mejor guerrero ollanta summary ricardo palma br br ollantay ollantay drama originally written colonial quechua considered inca origin oldest outspoken expression quechua literature others hispanic colonial origin oldest manuscript work belonged priest antonio valdes eighteenth century time considered original author divergent manuscripts made us think existence common source remote origin accepted position today story told drama inca origin conserved long time oral tradition colonial times adapted theatrical staging according western mold although author adaptation remains unknown br br general inca armies ollantay warrior plebeian origin elevated nobility privilege excellent services awarded numerous prizes falls love cusi coyllur daughter inca pachacútec the restorer world love forbidden since according laws empire one except one inca lineage marry princess nevertheless ollantay blinded love united cusi coyllur secret shared queen mother ccoya anahuarqui spite auguries huillac uma ollantay decides ask inca formally approve union cusi coyllur pachacútec reminds ollantay humble origins points incredible audacity want climb high then enraged expels presence cusi coyllur imprisoned house acllahuasi must atone fault gives birth girl fruit love ollantay call ima súmac bella niña events trigger passionate clashes inca best warrior ollanta summary ricardo palma |
| 9047 |
8992 |
9618 |
Summa Theologica - 11 Pars Secunda Secundae, Treatise on the Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 47-170 of the Secunda Secundae ("Second-half of the Second Part"), comprising a Treatise on the Cardinal Virtues: Prudence (questions 47-56), Justice (questions 57-122), Fortitude (questions 123-140), and Temperance (questions 141-170) - each with their own subordinate moral virtues.<br><br>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-11-pars-secunda-secundae-treatise-on-the-cardinal-virtues-prudence-justice-fortitude-temperance-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 47 170 secunda secundae second half second part comprising treatise cardinal virtues prudence questions 47 56 justice questions 57 122 fortitude questions 123 140 temperance questions 141 170 subordinate moral virtues br br |
| 9048 |
8993 |
9619 |
Summa Theologica - 12 Pars Secunda Secundae, Treatise on Gratuitous Graces and the States of Life |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 171-189 of the Secunda Secundae ("Second-half of the Second Part"), which comprise Treatises on the Gratuitous Graces (questions 171-182) and the States of Life (questions 183-189), with which the Second Part concludes.<br><br>\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-12-pars-secunda-secundae-treatise-on-gratuitous-graces-and-the-states-of-life-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 171 189 secunda secundae second half second part comprise treatises gratuitous graces questions 171 182 states life questions 183 189 second part concludes br br |
| 9049 |
8994 |
9620 |
History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 3 |
Henry Charles Lea |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
The 3rd volume of Lea's monumental work on the Spanish Inquisition. This volume covers torture practices; the trial process; punishments; Jews, Moriscos, and Protestants; and censorship. - Summary by Sienna |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-inquisition-of-spain-vol-3-by-henry-charles-lea/ |
3rd volume lea s monumental work spanish inquisition volume covers torture practices trial process punishments jews moriscos protestants censorship summary sienna |
| 9050 |
8995 |
9621 |
Summa Theologica - 10 Pars Secunda Secundae, Treatise on the Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope, Charity |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 1-46 of the Secunda Secundae ("Second-half of the Second Part"), comprising a Treatise on the Theological Virtues: Faith (questions 1-16), Hope (questions 17-22), and Love (questions 23-46).</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-10-pars-secunda-secundae-treatise-on-the-theological-virtues-faith-hope-charity-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 1 46 secunda secundae second half second part comprising treatise theological virtues faith questions 1 16 hope questions 17 22 love questions 23 46 p |
| 9051 |
8996 |
9622 |
Aristotle's Masterpiece |
Pseudo-Aristotle |
Self-Help |
Aristotle's Masterpiece, also known as The Works of Aristotle, the Famous Philosopher, is a sex manual and a midwifery book that was popular in England from the early modern period through to the 19th century. It was first published in 1684 and written by an unknown author who falsely claimed to be Aristotle. As a consequence the author is now described as a Pseudo-Aristotle, the collective name for unidentified authors who masqueraded as Aristotle. It is claimed that the book was banned in Britain until the 1960s, although there was no provision in the UK for "banning" books as such. However reputable publishers and booksellers might have been cautious about vending Aristotle's Masterpiece, at least in the wake of the 1857 Obscene Publications Act. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1684 |
https://librivox.org/aristotles-masterpiece-by-pseudo-aristotle/ |
aristotle s masterpiece also known works aristotle famous philosopher sex manual midwifery book popular england early modern period 19th century first published 1684 written unknown author falsely claimed aristotle consequence author described pseudo aristotle collective name unidentified authors masqueraded aristotle claimed book banned britain 1960s although provision uk banning books such however reputable publishers booksellers might cautious vending aristotle s masterpiece least wake 1857 obscene publications act summary wikipedia p |
| 9052 |
9050 |
9677 |
Kipling Reader |
Rudyard Kipling |
Anthologies |
These are selections of Kipling's writings; some poems, some fiction, some history but all by the master storyteller himself. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi' -- William the Conqueror, Part I -- William the Conqueror, Part II -- Wee Willie Winkie -- A matter of fact -- Mowgli's brothers -- The lost legion -- Namgay Doola -- A germ-destroyer -- 'Tiger! Tiger!' -- Tods' amendment -- The story of Muhammad Din -- The finances of the gods -- Moti Guj, Mutineer. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-kipling-reader-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
selections kipling s writings poems fiction history master storyteller himself rikki tikki tavi william conqueror part william conqueror part ii wee willie winkie matter fact mowgli s brothers lost legion namgay doola germ destroyer tiger tiger tods amendment story muhammad din finances gods moti guj mutineer summary phil chenevert p |
| 9053 |
8997 |
9623 |
San Francisco Earthquake and Fire |
Various |
Modern (20th C) |
During the San Francisco Earthquake and Fire of 1906, newspaper reporters in the stricken city made a heroic effort to keep the public informed. Despite the destruction of their offices and presses, they managed to track down news and write stories even as the city burned around them, to locate printing facilities across the bay, and to put newspapers into the hands of readers desperate for a correct picture of what was happening. This selection from the articles they produced in the midst of a city in flames gives a glimpse of how the event was experienced by those who were there. The articles are selected from the following newspapers: (1) "The Call-Chronicle-Examiner" (April 19, 1906) -- a collaborative effort by the reporters of three rival papers who pooled their stories on the first day of the fire. (2) "The Call" (April 21 and 22, 1906). - Summary by Maria Kasper</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-san-francisco-earthquake-and-fire-by-various/ |
san francisco earthquake fire 1906 newspaper reporters stricken city made heroic effort keep public informed despite destruction offices presses managed track news write stories even city burned around them locate printing facilities across bay put newspapers hands readers desperate correct picture happening selection articles produced midst city flames gives glimpse event experienced there articles selected following newspapers 1 the call chronicle examiner april 19 1906 collaborative effort reporters three rival papers pooled stories first day fire 2 the call april 21 22 1906 summary maria kasper p |
| 9054 |
8998 |
9624 |
Imitatione Christi |
Thomas à Kempis |
Christianity - Other |
The Imitation of Christ is widely considered one of the greatest manuals of devotion in Christianity. The life of Christ is presented as the highest study possible to a mortal, as Jesus’ teachings far excel all the teachings of the saints. The book gives counsel to read the scriptures, statements about the uses of adversity, advice for submission to authority, warnings against temptation and how to resist it, reflections about death and the judgment, meditations upon the oblation of Christ, and admonitions to flee the vanities of the world. - (Summary drawn from Wikipedia).</p> |
Latin |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/de-imitatione-christi-by-thomas-a-kempis/ |
imitation christ widely considered one greatest manuals devotion christianity life christ presented highest study possible mortal jesus teachings far excel teachings saints book gives counsel read scriptures statements uses adversity advice submission authority warnings temptation resist it reflections death judgment meditations upon oblation christ admonitions flee vanities world summary drawn wikipedia p |
| 9055 |
8999 |
9625 |
Wonderful Visit |
H. G. Wells |
Satire, Science Fiction |
An other-worldly creature visits a small English village, and H. G. Wells uses humour and satire to convey some of the imperfections of Victorian society, as ‘angel’ and humans view each other with equal incomprehension.( summary by Mary Bard)</p>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-visit-by-h-g-wells/ |
other worldly creature visits small english village h g wells uses humour satire convey imperfections victorian society angel humans view equal incomprehension summary mary bard p |
| 9056 |
9000 |
9626 |
Sign of the Broken Sword |
G. K. Chesterton |
Detective Fiction |
In the freezing English countryside, Father Brown leads Flambeau to the many monuments and shrines of the great General St. Claire. "Sacred to the Memory of General Sir Arthur St. Clare, Hero and Martyr, who Always Vanquished his Enemies and Always Spared Them, and Was Treacherously Slain by Them At Last. May God in Whom he Trusted both Reward and Revenge him." is the inscription that they read on each of them. Flambeau knows nothing of him but listens to the story of this man as Father Brown tells it. Was St. Claire truly a hero and martyr? What is the mystery behind his last foolish and hopeless charge against an overwhelming enemy? This detective story delves into human psychology for many of the clues to unravel the tangled threads. A fascinating story and said to be one of Chesterton's best Fr.Brown stories. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-of-the-broken-sword-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
freezing english countryside father brown leads flambeau many monuments shrines great general st claire sacred memory general sir arthur st clare hero martyr always vanquished enemies always spared them treacherously slain last may god trusted reward revenge him inscription read them flambeau knows nothing listens story man father brown tells it st claire truly hero martyr mystery behind last foolish hopeless charge overwhelming enemy detective story delves human psychology many clues unravel tangled threads fascinating story said one chesterton s best fr brown stories p |
| 9057 |
9001 |
9627 |
Christmastide |
William Sandys |
House & Home, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Christmastide: Its History, Festivities and Carols, With Their Music is a collection of essays detailing the early traditions of Christmas in England. This recording includes the prose portions of the book only (The Vignettes). The earliest Christmas customs from the monarchy to the landed gentry are explored in great detail. The passage of time and the influence of circumstance all had an impact on the customs and importance of holiday traditions. Anyone interested in how the Christmas customs we recognize today, and many long forgotten, will find this book a fascinating piece of history. ( Greg Giordano)</p> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/christmastide-by-william-sandys/ |
christmastide history festivities carols music collection essays detailing early traditions christmas england recording includes prose portions book the vignettes earliest christmas customs monarchy landed gentry explored great detail passage time influence circumstance impact customs importance holiday traditions anyone interested christmas customs recognize today many long forgotten find book fascinating piece history greg giordano p |
| 9058 |
9002 |
9628 |
Laodicean |
Thomas Hardy |
Epistolary Fiction |
<br />The Laodicean (someone whose religious beliefs are “lukewarm”) of the title is Paula Power who bought the ancient castle De Stancy which she is determined to restore. Being of a modern frame of mind, she has the telegraph connected to the castle – and uses it all the time in the course of the story.\n<br /><br />\nGeorge Somerset is a young architect who is invited to compete for the chance of the commission to restore the castle and who falls in love with Paula.\n<br /><br />\nHowever, the brother of Paula’s great friend Charlotte De Stancy – of the aristocratic family that once owned the castle – aided by his villainous illegitimate son, sets out to win Paula for himself.\n<br /><br />\nAlthough Paula likes the idea of being a De Stancy, she is drawn to George from the start. The various machinations of De Stancy and his son keep the narrative moving along at a fast pace.\n<br /><br />\nSummary by Simon Evers<p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-laodicean-by-thomas-hardy/ |
br the laodicean someone whose religious beliefs lukewarm title paula power bought ancient castle de stancy determined restore modern frame mind telegraph connected castle uses time course story br br george somerset young architect invited compete chance commission restore castle falls love paula br br however brother paula s great friend charlotte de stancy aristocratic family owned castle aided villainous illegitimate son sets win paula himself br br although paula likes idea de stancy drawn george start various machinations de stancy son keep narrative moving along fast pace br br summary simon evers p |
| 9059 |
9003 |
9629 |
Autobiography of a Super-Tramp |
William Henry Davies |
Narratives, Travel & Geography |
The Autobiography of a Super-Tramp is an autobiography published in 1908 by the Welsh poet and writer W. H. Davies (1871–1940). A large part of the book's subject matter describes the way of life of the tramp in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States in the final decade of the 19th century. George Bernard Shaw had become interested in Davies, a literary unknown at the time, and had agreed to write a preface for the book, largely through the concerted efforts of his wife Charlotte. Shaw was also instrumental in keeping the unusual title of the book, of which Davies himself was unsure, and which later proved to be controversial with some reviewers. The book was the third published by Davies, having been preceded by The Soul's Destroyer (1905) and New Poems (1907). The 1920 edition of the book concludes with five poems selected by Davies from The Soul's Destroyer. The book was written in the space of six weeks, "a great achievement for a first book by a man with the minimum of education." ( Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-a-super-tramp-by-william-henry-davies/ |
autobiography super tramp autobiography published 1908 welsh poet writer w h davies 1871 1940 large part book s subject matter describes way life tramp united kingdom canada united states final decade 19th century george bernard shaw become interested davies literary unknown time agreed write preface book largely concerted efforts wife charlotte shaw also instrumental keeping unusual title book davies unsure later proved controversial reviewers book third published davies preceded soul s destroyer 1905 new poems 1907 1920 edition book concludes five poems selected davies soul s destroyer book written space six weeks a great achievement first book man minimum education wikipedia edited expatriate |
| 9060 |
9004 |
9630 |
Rime |
Dante Alighieri |
Single author, Lyric |
Le Rime sono una raccolta messa insieme e ordinata da moderni editori, che riunisce il complesso della produzione lirica dantesca dalle prove giovanili a quelle dell'età matura. Le rime giovanili comprendono componimenti che riflettono le varie tendenze della lirica cortese del tempo, quella guittoniana, quella guinizzelliana e quella cavalcantiana. Tra questo gruppo di testi Dante aveva scelto quelli che dovevano entrare a far parte della Vita Nova. (Summary by Wikipedia) <br>\nN.B. Questa edizione (dell'Ottocento) contiene alcune poesie che gli studiosi non attribuiscono più a Dante, come per esempio la ballata "Fresca rosa novella" di Calvalcanti. Le includiamo comunque per mantenere l'integrità del volume. |
Italian |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/le-rime-by-dante-alighieri/ |
le rime sono una raccolta messa insieme e ordinata da moderni editori che riunisce il complesso della produzione lirica dantesca dalle prove giovanili quelle dell età matura le rime giovanili comprendono componimenti che riflettono le varie tendenze della lirica cortese del tempo quella guittoniana quella guinizzelliana e quella cavalcantiana tra questo gruppo di testi dante aveva scelto quelli che dovevano entrare far parte della vita nova summary wikipedia br n b questa edizione dell ottocento contiene alcune poesie che gli studiosi non attribuiscono più dante come per esempio la ballata fresca rosa novella di calvalcanti le includiamo comunque per mantenere l integrità del volume |
| 9061 |
9005 |
9631 |
Enchanted April (version 2) |
Elizabeth von Arnim |
General Fiction |
Four very different women, with very different reasons for wanting to escape a cold and dreary London, come together to share a month's holiday in a medieval castle. They are brought there by the promise of the advertised 'wisteria and sunshine', but they find so much more than they bargained for, as the place transforms them and changes their lives in ways they could never have expected. The novel is dominated by four wonderfully drawn characters: timid Lotty Wilkins, terrified of her domineering husband; sober and religious Rose Arbuthnot; rigid and judgemental Mrs Fisher; and the breathtakingly beautiful but disillusioned and unhappy Lady Caroline Dester. Von Arnim's story of their transformation under the Italian sun is warm, witty, intelligent, and as enchanting as the title suggests. - Summary by Helen Taylor</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchanted-april-version-2-by-elizabeth-von-arnim/ |
four different women different reasons wanting escape cold dreary london come together share month s holiday medieval castle brought promise advertised wisteria sunshine find much bargained for place transforms changes lives ways could never expected novel dominated four wonderfully drawn characters timid lotty wilkins terrified domineering husband sober religious rose arbuthnot rigid judgemental mrs fisher breathtakingly beautiful disillusioned unhappy lady caroline dester von arnim s story transformation italian sun warm witty intelligent enchanting title suggests summary helen taylor p |
| 9062 |
9006 |
9632 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 5 Dramatic Reading) |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction |
In order to escape his cruel father, and led by a thirst for adventure, Huck Finn sets off down the Mississippi River with Jim, an escaped slave. But trouble is never far behind them, and their adventures are only beginning when they meet up with two men who claim to be a duke and a king! And that’s before Jim gets captured by none other than Tom Sawyer’s aunt and uncle… who mistake Huck for Tom. The hilarious adventures and scrapes of Huck, Jim, Tom, and others are brought to life in this dramatic reading. - Summary by Rachel\n<br/>\n<b>Cast</b><br/>\nHuckleberry Finn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11622">Patrick Saville</a><br/>\nTom Sawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br/>\nJim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br/>\nThe Duke of Bridgewater: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8631">Edward Kirkby</a><br/>\nThe King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br/>\nUncle Silas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9836">Evan Zeiger</a><br/>\nAunt Sally: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br/>\nVarious other roles read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8638">Donald Cummings, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9593">Soumen Barua, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br/>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br/>\n<b>Proof listeners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8638">Donald Cummings, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9943">Nadiezda, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9826">Tawnya Roy, </a> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br/> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-version-5-dramatic-reading-by-mark-twain/ |
order escape cruel father led thirst adventure huck finn sets mississippi river jim escaped slave trouble never far behind them adventures beginning meet two men claim duke king that s jim gets captured none tom sawyer s aunt uncle mistake huck tom hilarious adventures scrapes huck jim tom others brought life dramatic reading summary rachel br b cast b br huckleberry finn a href https librivox org reader 11622 patrick saville a br tom sawyer a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br jim a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br duke bridgewater a href https librivox org reader 8631 edward kirkby a br king a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br uncle silas a href https librivox org reader 9836 evan zeiger a br aunt sally a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br various roles read by a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a a href https librivox org reader 8638 donald cummings a a href https librivox org reader 7359 willy a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 9593 soumen barua a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br b proof listeners a href https librivox org reader 8638 donald cummings a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 9943 nadiezda a a href https librivox org reader 9826 tawnya roy a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br |
| 9063 |
9007 |
9633 |
Cobwebs from an Empty Skull |
Ambrose Bierce |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Ambrose Bierce's collection of short parables, published under the pen name of Dod Grile, is similar to Aesop's Fables. This compilation is comprised of "Fables of Zambri, the Parsee," "Brief Seasons of Intellectual Dissipation" and the "Divers Tales," all of which were first serialized in the magazine "FUN." A great read for any lover of short stories or poetry with faraway lands, talking animals and supernatural occurrences! Summary by Mary Kay <br><br> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/cobwebs-from-an-empty-skull-by-ambrose-bierce/ |
ambrose bierce s collection short parables published pen name dod grile similar aesop s fables compilation comprised fables zambri parsee brief seasons intellectual dissipation divers tales first serialized magazine fun great read lover short stories poetry faraway lands talking animals supernatural occurrences summary mary kay br br |
| 9064 |
9051 |
9678 |
Longhead: The Story of the First Fire |
C. H. Robinson |
Historical Fiction |
A fictionalized version of the self-discovery of primitive man, including: fire, cooking, defense and protection, architecture, community, communication, religion, government, and social interaction - Summary by Nick Bulka</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/longhead-the-story-of-the-first-fire-by-ch-robinson/ |
fictionalized version self discovery primitive man including fire cooking defense protection architecture community communication religion government social interaction summary nick bulka p |
| 9065 |
9008 |
9634 |
Sesame and Lilies |
John Ruskin |
*Non-fiction |
Sesame and Lilies proposes and answers the questions, how, what and why to read in the context of how and why to live.<br><br>\n\nAbout earlier and later editions of the book containing the first two lectures alone, Ruskin wrote: "...chiefly written for young people belonging to the upper or undistressed, middle classes; who may be supposed to have choice of the objects and command of the industries of their life... if read in connection with “Unto This Last” it contains the chief truths I have endeavored through all of my past life to display… and am chiefly thankful to have learned and taught.” - Avallon, August 24, 1882*<br><br>\n\nThis revised and enlarged edition is comprised of two prefaces and three lectures. The Preface-Last Edition is the preface to the earlier edition and references the Alps. The two lectures, “Of Kings’ Treasuries” and “Of Queens' Gardens,” appeared alone in the first editions and last editions. They were withdrawn from later editions, "not as irrelevant but as following the subject too far, and disturbing the simplicity in which the original lectures dwell on their several themes, -the majesty of the influence of good books, and of good women; if we know how to read them and how to honour."*<br><br>\n\nThe lectures, Sesame: Of Kings' Treasuries and Lilies: Of Queens' Gardens were delivered in December 1864 at the town halls at Rusholme and Manchester. The third lecture, "Of the Mystery of Life and Its Arts" was delivered in the theater of the Royal College of Science, Dublin, 1868 and added to the book in editions first appearing in 1871. (Summary by Oxenhandler)</p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/sesame-and-lilies-by-john-ruskin/ |
sesame lilies proposes answers questions how read context live br br earlier later editions book containing first two lectures alone ruskin wrote chiefly written young people belonging upper undistressed middle classes may supposed choice objects command industries life read connection unto last contains chief truths endeavored past life display chiefly thankful learned taught avallon august 24 1882 br br revised enlarged edition comprised two prefaces three lectures preface last edition preface earlier edition references alps two lectures of kings treasuries of queens gardens appeared alone first editions last editions withdrawn later editions not irrelevant following subject far disturbing simplicity original lectures dwell several themes the majesty influence good books good women know read honour br br lectures sesame kings treasuries lilies queens gardens delivered december 1864 town halls rusholme manchester third lecture of mystery life arts delivered theater royal college science dublin 1868 added book editions first appearing 1871 summary oxenhandler p |
| 9066 |
9009 |
9635 |
Religious Studies, Sketches and Poems |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Christianity - Other |
Best known for having written "Uncle Tom's Cabin," Harriet Beecher Stowe also wrote several religious works, including the works in this book. The first section (Religious Studies) was originally published as "Footsteps of the Master," and was included in this compilation along with a selection of works from her book "The May Flower." The poetry included was published at irregular intervals and have been included in this compilation as well as others. (Summary by KHand is a paraphrase of the Introductory Note) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/religious-studies-sketches-and-poems-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
best known written uncle tom s cabin harriet beecher stowe also wrote several religious works including works book first section religious studies originally published footsteps master included compilation along selection works book the may flower poetry included published irregular intervals included compilation well others summary khand paraphrase introductory note p |
| 9067 |
9010 |
9636 |
Grandmother Elsie |
Martha Finley |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
Change has come to Elsie's family in the 8th book of this delightful series. Her daughter, Violet, marries a naval Captain with three children of his own and the children try to adjust to life with their new step-mother and her family. - Summary by Gabrielle C</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/grandmother-elsie-by-martha-finley/ |
change come elsie s family 8th book delightful series daughter violet marries naval captain three children children try adjust life new step mother family summary gabrielle c p |
| 9068 |
9011 |
9637 |
Carved Cupboard (Dramatic Reading) |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
Agatha, Gwen, Clare and Elfie have always been told that they will inherit their aunt's house. But when their aunt dies, she leaves it all to their intolerable cousin James. What will they do? Will the verses Nannie gives them prove true? Summary by Esther ben Simonides.<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Agatha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Gwen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Clare: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Elfie, Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Cousin James: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Hugh Knox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Nannie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>Patty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Deb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Miss Miller: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>The Pastor, Walter, Watson, Roger Lester, Clement Arkwright, the Footman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Miss Villars: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8681">Allie Christy</a><br>Audrey Foster, Curate's Daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Tom Lester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>Major Lester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10178">Bill</a><br>Alick Lester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10180">Bob Scott</a><br><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-carved-cupboard-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
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| 9069 |
9012 |
9638 |
Yellowstone National Park: Six Early Pieces |
Various |
Exploration |
Lost in the wilderness of The Yellowstone for over a month, nearly dying of starvation and wild animal attack, despairing of ever finding his way out. Here are six relatively unknown early pieces about the U.S.A.’s first national park. The first is a U.S. Geological booklet about initial exploration and Congress’s institution of the park. The next two are articles from Scribner’s Monthly, 1871, a very popular magazine of the time, describing the park’s features (vol 2 #1 pp 1-17 and vol 2 #2 pp 113-128) . The fourth piece is a narrative by the leader of the exploratory expedition described in the first piece, H.V. Hayden (Scribner’s Monthly, vol 3#2 pp 388-396, February 1872) The fifth piece is a lecture on the park by a very popular lecturer and writer, 1900 (John L. Stoddard’s Lectures, vol 10). The last piece is a man’s first-person narrative of his being lost in the Yellowstone wilderness for thirty-seven days, 1871, Scribner’s Monthly again (vol 3#1). - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/yellowstone-national-park-six-early-pieces-by-various/ |
lost wilderness yellowstone month nearly dying starvation wild animal attack despairing ever finding way out six relatively unknown early pieces u s a s first national park first u s geological booklet initial exploration congress s institution park next two articles scribner s monthly 1871 popular magazine time describing park s features vol 2 1 pp 1 17 vol 2 2 pp 113 128 fourth piece narrative leader exploratory expedition described first piece h v hayden scribner s monthly vol 3 2 pp 388 396 february 1872 fifth piece lecture park popular lecturer writer 1900 john l stoddard s lectures vol 10 last piece man s first person narrative lost yellowstone wilderness thirty seven days 1871 scribner s monthly vol 3 1 summary david wales p |
| 9070 |
9013 |
9639 |
Forbidden Way |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p><br>...he went over to a cracked mirror in the corner and examined his face, grinning at his image and touching the red marks with his fingers.<br><br>\n\n"That was a love-tap for fair," he said. "I reckon I deserved it. But she oughtn’t to push a man too far. She was sure angry. Won’t speak now for a while." He turned with a confident air. "She’ll come around, though," he laughed. "You just bet she will." (From chapter 1 of <i>The Forbidden Way</i>) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-forbidden-way-by-george-gibbs/ |
p br he went cracked mirror corner examined face grinning image touching red marks fingers br br that love tap fair said i reckon deserved it oughtn t push man far sure angry won t speak while turned confident air she ll come around though laughed you bet will from chapter 1 i the forbidden way i p |
| 9071 |
9014 |
9640 |
White Rose of Weary Leaf |
Violet Hunt |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Isobel Violet Hunt was a British author renowned for her literary salons, which hosted such notables as H.G. Wells, D.H. Laurence, Henry James, W. Somerset Maugham, Oscar Wilde and Ezra Pound. In White Rose of Weary Leaf (often considered her best work), principal character, Amy, voices many of Hunt's New Woman theories of sexual, financial, and intellectual autonomy. Amy manages to successfully navigate through society in her roles as secretary and governess, until her reputation as an "Adventuress" leads to a supreme test. - summary by Lisa Reichert</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/white-rose-of-weary-leaf-by-violet-hunt/ |
isobel violet hunt british author renowned literary salons hosted notables h g wells d h laurence henry james w somerset maugham oscar wilde ezra pound white rose weary leaf often considered best work principal character amy voices many hunt s new woman theories sexual financial intellectual autonomy amy manages successfully navigate society roles secretary governess reputation adventuress leads supreme test summary lisa reichert p |
| 9072 |
9015 |
9641 |
Hunter and His Dying Steed |
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon, born Rosanna Eleanor Mullins, was a Canadian writer and poet. She was "one of the first English-Canadian writers to depict French Canada in a way that earned the praise of, and resulted in her novels being read by, both anglophone and francophone Canadians." - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunter-and-his-dying-steed-by-rosanna-eleanor-leprohon/ |
rosanna eleanor leprohon born rosanna eleanor mullins canadian writer poet one first english canadian writers depict french canada way earned praise of resulted novels read by anglophone francophone canadians summary wikipedia p |
| 9073 |
9016 |
9642 |
Glimpse of India |
Clara Swain |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
A Glimpse of India: being a collection of extracts from the letters Dr. Clara A. Swain, first medical missionary to India of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church in America. - Summary from the book's introduction |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-glimpse-of-india-by-clara-swain/ |
glimpse india collection extracts letters dr clara a swain first medical missionary india woman s foreign missionary society methodist episcopal church america summary book s introduction |
| 9074 |
9017 |
9643 |
Vergara |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
El general Espartero, acogiendo a Fernando Calpena en su ejército y en su familia, le encomienda una delicada misión, no exenta de peligro, para la que tendrá que disfrazarse de arriero junto con su criado. - Summary by Tux.</p> |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/vergara-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
el general espartero acogiendo fernando calpena en su ejército en su familia le encomienda una delicada misión exenta de peligro para la que tendrá que disfrazarse de arriero junto con su criado summary tux p |
| 9075 |
9018 |
9644 |
Life of Isaac Mason as a Slave |
Isaac Mason |
Memoirs |
Isaac Mason was born into slavery. As a young man, he escaped to freedom and made a life for himself. An intelligent man, he gave lectures on his experiences and was later encouraged to publish them in book form. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-isaac-mason-as-a-slave-by-isaac-mason/ |
isaac mason born slavery young man escaped freedom made life himself intelligent man gave lectures experiences later encouraged publish book form summary lynne thompson p |
| 9076 |
9019 |
9645 |
Secrets of the Woods |
William J. Long |
General, Nature |
The unique merit of this nature student rests in his fascinating style of writing, which invariably interests young and old; for without this element his pioneer work in the realm of nature would now be familiar only to scientists, introducing people everywhere into the wonderland of nature hitherto entirely closed to all.</p>\n\nThis is another chapter in the shy, wild life of the fields and woods. Little Toohkees, the wood mouse that dies of fright in the author’s hand; the mother otter, Keeonekh, teaching her little ones to swim; and the little red squirrel with his many curious habits,—all are presented with the same liveliness and color that characterize the descriptions in the first two volumes. The stories are unusually accurate in portraying animal life as it really exists in its native haunts.</p>\n\nContaining many details of the lives of animals that you may never have known of before, these wilderness stories are great listening for young and old. (Summary by Wood Folk at School advertisement and Kangaroo692)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/secrets-of-the-woods-by-william-j-long/ |
unique merit nature student rests fascinating style writing invariably interests young old without element pioneer work realm nature would familiar scientists introducing people everywhere wonderland nature hitherto entirely closed all p another chapter shy wild life fields woods little toohkees wood mouse dies fright author s hand mother otter keeonekh teaching little ones swim little red squirrel many curious habits all presented liveliness color characterize descriptions first two volumes stories unusually accurate portraying animal life really exists native haunts p containing many details lives animals may never known before wilderness stories great listening young old summary wood folk school advertisement kangaroo692 p |
| 9077 |
9020 |
9646 |
Sea Lady (Version 2) |
H. G. Wells |
Humorous Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
A mermaid contrives to have herself "rescued from drowning" and adopted by a respectable family on the English coast. Her motive, which she conceals for quite a while, is to win the heart of a handsome but irresponsible young man whom she glimpsed when he went swimming in the Pacific. Introduced into polite society as an invalid, she proves to be intelligent and charming, but as an immortal she regards the concerns of the English gentry with critical detachment. The young man, who is already engaged, falls under her spell and begins to doubt the importance of the political career into which his fiancée has been directing him. There are, after all, "other dreams." But does his new relationship offer him any real future? Summary by Thomas Copeland.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-lady-version-2-by-h-g-wells/ |
mermaid contrives rescued drowning adopted respectable family english coast motive conceals quite while win heart handsome irresponsible young man glimpsed went swimming pacific introduced polite society invalid proves intelligent charming immortal regards concerns english gentry critical detachment young man already engaged falls spell begins doubt importance political career fiancée directing him are all other dreams new relationship offer real future summary thomas copeland p |
| 9078 |
9021 |
9647 |
Culinary Herbs: Their Cultivation, Harvesting, Curing and Uses |
Maurice Grenville Kains |
House & Home, Cooking, Gardening |
This book describes use and care, and growing of herbs for cooking, healing and other interesting miscellaneous information related to herbs. - Summary by Crystalarmeta |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/culinary-herbs-their-cultivation-harvesting-curing-and-uses-by-maurice-grenville-kains/ |
book describes use care growing herbs cooking healing interesting miscellaneous information related herbs summary crystalarmeta |
| 9079 |
9022 |
9648 |
Story Of A Modern Woman |
Ella Hepworth Dixon |
|
"This touching short novel tells the story of Mary Earl, a woman who has to fend for herself in London at the end of the 19th century. She becomes a writer. But she cannot write whatever she wants. There is a format in which her novels should be written- a format she does not like or understand. To make matters worse, she falls in love with a married man. This novel is considered one of the best, and most touching, new woman novels, as it highlights many of the difficulties a single woman faced at the end of the 19th century. The writing is vivid. You can just sit back and let it get into your heart." - Summary by Stav Nisser</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-modern-woman-by-ella-hepworth-dixon/ |
this touching short novel tells story mary earl woman fend london end 19th century becomes writer cannot write whatever wants format novels written format like understand make matters worse falls love married man novel considered one best touching new woman novels highlights many difficulties single woman faced end 19th century writing vivid sit back let get heart summary stav nisser p |
| 9080 |
9023 |
9649 |
Art of Divine Contentment |
Thomas Watson |
Religion, Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
"The Art of Divine Contentment" is an exposition by the Puritan minister Thomas Watson of the text found in Philippians 4:11: "I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." It examines the nature of contentment and how to live it out in the Christian life, both by answering questions regarding problems with contentment and by giving examples of practical contentment. It is a good read for people with religious or historical interests. - Summary by J L Raimundo</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-divine-contentment-by-thomas-watson/ |
the art divine contentment exposition puritan minister thomas watson text found philippians 4 11 i learned whatsoever state am therewith content examines nature contentment live christian life answering questions regarding problems contentment giving examples practical contentment good read people religious historical interests summary j l raimundo p |
| 9081 |
9024 |
9650 |
Magna Carta |
Amice MacDonell |
Historical Fiction, Plays |
A one-act play which describes the setting and writing of the Magna Carta, including the famous line "now is justice bought and sold" in the Prologue. - Summary by Beth Thomas<br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/26">Denny Sayers</a><br>\nKing John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nStephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nWilliam Marshal, Earl of Pembroke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nRobert Fitz-Walter, Castellan of London: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nHenry de Bohun, Earl of Hereford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nRoger Bigod, Earl of Norfolk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSaer de Quincy, Earl of Winchester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nEustace de Vescy, Northern Baron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nRobert de Ros, Northern Baron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>\nWilliam de Braose, Baron of Welsh Marches: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/251">Mark Nelson</a><br>\nMaud de St. Valerie, wife of William de Braose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nWilliam de Braose, eldest son of the above: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nGiles de Braose, Bishop of Hereford, second son of William de Braose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nFalkes de Breaute, mercenary of King John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nGerald de Athies, mercenary of King John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6255">wish2bflying</a><br>\nLondoners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10077">Dean Spilias</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nMonks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nA Canon of St. Paul's: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nMessenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nAudio edited by Rob Board<br><br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/magna-carta-by-amice-macdonell/ |
one act play describes setting writing magna carta including famous line now justice bought sold prologue summary beth thomas br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 26 denny sayers a br king john a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br stephen langton archbishop canterbury a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br william marshal earl pembroke a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br robert fitz walter castellan london a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br henry de bohun earl hereford a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br roger bigod earl norfolk a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br saer de quincy earl winchester a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br eustace de vescy northern baron a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br robert de ros northern baron a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br william de braose baron welsh marches a href https librivox org reader 251 mark nelson a br maud de st valerie wife william de braose a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br william de braose eldest son above a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br giles de braose bishop hereford second son william de braose a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br falkes de breaute mercenary king john a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br gerald de athies mercenary king john a href https librivox org reader 6255 wish2bflying a br londoners a href https librivox org reader 10077 dean spilias a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br monks a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br canon st paul s a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br audio edited rob board br br |
| 9082 |
9025 |
9651 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 061 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox readers bring you 20 short works of fiction in the public domain. This collection includes stories by a variety of authors, including Anton Chekhov, Edgar Allan Poe, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Rebecca West, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Richard Harding Davis, Harriet Beecher Stowe and G. A. Henty.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-061-by-various/ |
librivox readers bring 20 short works fiction public domain collection includes stories variety authors including anton chekhov edgar allan poe f scott fitzgerald rebecca west lucy maud montgomery richard harding davis harriet beecher stowe g a henty p |
| 9083 |
9026 |
9652 |
Kings, Queens and Pawns: An American Woman at the Front |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
War & Military |
A personal account of the American author's visit to Europe in January 1915 while a war correspondent in Belgium for The Saturday Evening Post. She writes: "War is not two great armies meeting in a clash and frenzy of battle. It is much more than that. War is a boy carried on a stretcher, looking up at God's blue sky with bewildered eyes that are soon to close; war is a woman carrying a child that has been wounded by a shell; war is spirited horses tied in burning buildings and waiting for death; war is the flower of a race, torn, battered, hungry, bleeding, up to its knees in icy water; war is an old woman burning a candle before the Mater Dolorosa for the son she has given. For King and Country!" (Summary by MaryAnn and M.R.R.)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/kings-queens-and-pawns-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
personal account american author s visit europe january 1915 war correspondent belgium saturday evening post writes war two great armies meeting clash frenzy battle much that war boy carried stretcher looking god s blue sky bewildered eyes soon close war woman carrying child wounded shell war spirited horses tied burning buildings waiting death war flower race torn battered hungry bleeding knees icy water war old woman burning candle mater dolorosa son given king country summary maryann m r r p |
| 9084 |
9027 |
9653 |
Birds and all Nature, Vol. IV, No 4, October 1898 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." These short pieces are pleasant listening for anyone with a love of nature. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer<br><br>\n\n<i>"In those vernal seasons of the year, when the air is calm and pleasant, it were an injury and sullenness against Nature not to go out and see her riches and partake in her rejoicing with heaven and earth." —Milton.</i><br><br> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-4-october-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature short pieces pleasant listening anyone love nature summary j m smallheer br br i in vernal seasons year air calm pleasant injury sullenness nature go see riches partake rejoicing heaven earth milton i br br |
| 9085 |
9028 |
9654 |
Story of the Thirteen Colonies |
H. A. Guerber |
Modern (19th C) |
These short vignettes of American history are written for the young reader. Each one is a little capsule of a person or event. They run from the pre-Columbian era through the end of the American War of Independence. Some of the expressions and language reflect attitudes of the 18th century that seem out of place from the vantage of the 21st century, but these nuggets of history give a glimpse into that era. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-thirteen-colonies-by-h-a-guerber/ |
short vignettes american history written young reader one little capsule person event run pre columbian era end american war independence expressions language reflect attitudes 18th century seem place vantage 21st century nuggets history give glimpse era summary larry wilson p |
| 9086 |
9029 |
9655 |
Twice Bought |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure |
This story is set in the gold fields of Oregon, where Tom Brixton, and his best friend, Fred Westly, are digging gold to try to “make their pile”. Before leaving England, the steady and God-fearing Fred had promised Tom's mother that he would do his best to take care of his friend, but in spite of all his efforts, Tom had fallen in with bad companions and taken to gambling. He was convinced that he could make his fortune quicker by attempting to increase it at the dice or card table, and all his friend's attempts to make him see his errors were unavailing. Finally, after being cheated out of all he owned, he stole the money back from the camp bully, Gashford, who had taken it from him, and had to flee for his life from the camp, before “Judge Lynch” could catch up to him. After being captured by the irate miners, and released by another friend, he managed to almost escape, but was caught again, this time near the cabin inhabited by an older prospector and his daughter, whom Tom loved with his whole heart. There was a difficulty though in his way- Betty, (otherwise known as the “Rose of Oregon”) was a devout Christian, and would never give her heart to one who wasn't. She did give him some excellent advice though, at a time when he most needed it.<br></br>\nAfter being captured the second time, and confined in the mining camp, Tom gives up all hope of escape, and even when his friends buy him off he refuses to escape. Circumstances force him to flee a second time though, and this time his two friends go with him. After various other adventures, and several very close calls with death, matters are eventually worked out, and Tom, Fred, Paddy Flinders (a hilarious Irishman) and Betty live “happily ever after”, and are also a powerful witness to the rough gold-mining population of Oregon, before going back to England. - Summary by Alayna May</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/twice-bought-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
story set gold fields oregon tom brixton best friend fred westly digging gold try make pile leaving england steady god fearing fred promised tom s mother would best take care friend spite efforts tom fallen bad companions taken gambling convinced could make fortune quicker attempting increase dice card table friend s attempts make see errors unavailing finally cheated owned stole money back camp bully gashford taken him flee life camp judge lynch could catch him captured irate miners released another friend managed almost escape caught again time near cabin inhabited older prospector daughter tom loved whole heart difficulty though way betty otherwise known rose oregon devout christian would never give heart one wasn t give excellent advice though time needed it br br captured second time confined mining camp tom gives hope escape even friends buy refuses escape circumstances force flee second time though time two friends go him various adventures several close calls death matters eventually worked out tom fred paddy flinders a hilarious irishman betty live happily ever after also powerful witness rough gold mining population oregon going back england summary alayna may p |
| 9087 |
9030 |
9656 |
Story of the Barbary Corsairs |
J. D. Jerrold Kelley |
Early Modern |
A history of the pirating activities along and around the "Barbary coast" between the 15th and 19th centuries, from the time of the pirate, Ujra Barbarossa, to the French control of Algeria in 1830. Although piracy had plagued all the world's waterways from the first time man decided to trade by boat or ship, authors Lane-Poole and Kelley tell mainly of the origins and "Golden Age" of the Moor pirates who rampaged the Mediterranean Sea from ports of call along the north coast of Africa. - Summary by James K. White</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-barbary-corsairs-by-stanley-lane-poole/ |
history pirating activities along around barbary coast 15th 19th centuries time pirate ujra barbarossa french control algeria 1830 although piracy plagued world s waterways first time man decided trade boat ship authors lane poole kelley tell mainly origins golden age moor pirates rampaged mediterranean sea ports call along north coast africa summary james k white p |
| 9088 |
9031 |
9657 |
National Nursery Book |
Unknown |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"The Publishers offer in this little volume of well known and long loved stories to their young readers. The tales which have delighted the children of many generations will, they feel assured, be equally welcome in the nurseries of the present day, which, with the popularity and antiquity of the contents of the volume, justify them in styling it The National Nursery Book." Red Riding Hood, The Three Bears, Mother Hubbard, Cinderella and many other well known stories, poems, nursery rhymes and songs are included in this little book. Note that the Punch and Judy story does include a lot of gratuitous violence but then that is what Punch and Judy seem to be all about, eh? - Summary by The publishers notes and Phil Chenevert. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-nursery-book-by-unknown/ |
the publishers offer little volume well known long loved stories young readers tales delighted children many generations will feel assured equally welcome nurseries present day which popularity antiquity contents volume justify styling national nursery book red riding hood three bears mother hubbard cinderella many well known stories poems nursery rhymes songs included little book note punch judy story include lot gratuitous violence punch judy seem about eh summary publishers notes phil chenevert p |
| 9089 |
9032 |
9658 |
Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
Early Modern |
"The Conspiracy of Pontiac" was Parkman's first history book and first published in 1851. It covers the Indian wars of 1763 to 1769. Pontiac, an Ottawa chief, put together a coalition of Indian tribes from around the Great Lakes region and the Illinois and Ohio Countries to attack the British under General Jeffrey Amherst. - Summary by Richard Carpenter |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-conspiracy-of-pontiac-and-the-indian-war-after-the-conquest-of-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/ |
the conspiracy pontiac parkman s first history book first published 1851 covers indian wars 1763 1769 pontiac ottawa chief put together coalition indian tribes around great lakes region illinois ohio countries attack british general jeffrey amherst summary richard carpenter |
| 9090 |
9033 |
9659 |
From Sunrise Land |
Amy Wilson Carmichael |
Travel Fiction |
One of the most renowned of all Protestant Christian missionaries, Amy Carmichael is remembered most for the fifty-five years she spent doing evangelistic and philanthropic work in India. She began her missions career, however, with fifteen months in Japan before falling ill, returning to Ireland, and then returning to Asia with her focus on India. This collection of letters is a record of that time in Japan, and is fascinating not only for its biographical interest but also for its insights into the rapidly-changing life of fin de siècle Japan and the status of its small unpopular handful of Christian converts, in the same era when Lafcadio Hearn was recording his observations from a very different perspective. Far from free of racial and religious prejudice, Carmichael's record is still heartfelt, revealing, and noteworthy in ways that she certainly would never have intended or expected. Summary by Expatriate.</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/from-sunrise-land-by-amy-wilson-carmichael/ |
one renowned protestant christian missionaries amy carmichael remembered fifty five years spent evangelistic philanthropic work india began missions career however fifteen months japan falling ill returning ireland returning asia focus india collection letters record time japan fascinating biographical interest also insights rapidly changing life fin de siècle japan status small unpopular handful christian converts era lafcadio hearn recording observations different perspective far free racial religious prejudice carmichael s record still heartfelt revealing noteworthy ways certainly would never intended expected summary expatriate p |
| 9091 |
9034 |
9660 |
Chandogya Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br /><br />The Chandogya-upanishad belongs to the Sama-veda. It ranks among the oldest Upanishads, dating to the Brahmana period of Vedic Sanskrit (before the 8th century BC). It figures as number 9 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads. It is part of the Chandogya Brahmana, which has ten Prapathakas (Parts). The first two Prapathakas of the Brahmana deal with sacrifices and other forms of worship. The other eight Prapathakas and their Khandas (Chapters) constitute the Chandogya Upanishad. <br /><br />The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. <br /><br />The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". (Summary by Jothi)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-chandogya-upanishad/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br the chandogya upanishad belongs sama veda ranks among oldest upanishads dating brahmana period vedic sanskrit before 8th century bc figures number 9 muktika canon 108 upanishads part chandogya brahmana ten prapathakas parts first two prapathakas brahmana deal sacrifices forms worship eight prapathakas khandas chapters constitute chandogya upanishad br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9035 |
9661 |
Pillars of Society |
Henrik Ibsen |
Drama |
Pillars of Society was Ibsen's first successful realist drama, first performed in 1877. Karsten Bernick is the dominant businessman in a small coastal town in Norway, with interests in shipping and shipbuilding in a long-established family firm. Now he is planning his most ambitious project yet, backing a railway which will connect the town to the main line and open a fertile valley which he has been secretly buying up. Suddenly his past explodes on him with the arrival of Lona Hessel, the woman he once jilted, and Johan Tonnesen, who left town in disgrace fifteen years earlier. - Summary by Wikipedia and Elizabeth Klett</p>\nKrap: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Aune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Rorlund: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Mrs. Rummel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8324">Kathy Wright</a><br>Mrs. Holt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mrs. Bernick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Dina Dorf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Martha Bernick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9860">Digs</a><br>Hilmar Tonnesen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Olaf Bernick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">Tricia G</a><br>Mrs. Lynge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Karsten Bernick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Vigeland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>Rummel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Sandstad: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Lona Hessel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Johan Tonnesen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1492">mb</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>audio edited by Elizabeth Klett</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/pillars-of-society-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
pillars society ibsen s first successful realist drama first performed 1877 karsten bernick dominant businessman small coastal town norway interests shipping shipbuilding long established family firm planning ambitious project yet backing railway connect town main line open fertile valley secretly buying up suddenly past explodes arrival lona hessel woman jilted johan tonnesen left town disgrace fifteen years earlier summary wikipedia elizabeth klett p krap a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br aune a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br rorlund a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br mrs rummel a href https librivox org reader 8324 kathy wright a br mrs holt a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mrs bernick a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br dina dorf a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br martha bernick a href https librivox org reader 9860 digs a br hilmar tonnesen a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br olaf bernick a href https librivox org reader 3157 tricia g a br mrs lynge a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br karsten bernick a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br vigeland a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br rummel a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br sandstad a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br lona hessel a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br johan tonnesen a href https librivox org reader 1492 mb a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br audio edited elizabeth klett p |
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9036 |
9662 |
Bible (DBY) NT 03: Luke |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-03-luke-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
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9037 |
9663 |
Naval Occasions And Some Traits Of The Sailor-Man |
Bartimeus |
War & Military Fiction |
Twenty-six stories of pre-World War I British naval life in war and peace. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/naval-occasions-and-some-traits-of-the-sailor-man-by-bartimeus/ |
twenty six stories pre world war british naval life war peace summary david wales p |
| 9095 |
9038 |
9665 |
Bizarre (version 2) |
Lawton Mackall |
Humor |
A series of humorous musings, short-length jokes, often concerning words and manners. - Summary by Edmund Bloxam</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bizarre-version-2-by-lawton-mackall/ |
series humorous musings short length jokes often concerning words manners summary edmund bloxam p |
| 9096 |
9039 |
9666 |
Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction |
Unlike the other volumes in this series, which are books of childrens' stories, Shawl-Straps is a novel. It is the story of Amanda, Matilda, and Lavinia, three sisters who are travelling in Europe. The book is based on Louisa May Alcott's own travels with her sister. She states in the preface:<br><br>\n\n"There is a sort of fate about writing books of travel which it is impossible to escape. It is vain to declare that no inducement will bribe one to do it, that there is nothing new to tell, and that nobody wants to read the worn-out story: sooner or later the deed is done, and not till the book is safely shelved does peace descend upon the victim of this mysterious doom. The only way in which this affliction may be lightened to a long-suffering public is to make the work as cheerful and as short as possible. With this hope the undersigned bore has abstained from giving the dimensions of any church, the population of any city, or description of famous places, as far as in her lay; but confined herself to the personal haps and mishaps, adventures and experiences, of her wanderers." - Louisa M. Alcott, November 1872.<br><br>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrapbag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/shawl-straps-a-second-series-of-aunt-jos-scrap-bag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 3<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 4<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 5<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 6<br> \n\n<br><br>Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/shawl-straps-a-second-series-of-aunt-jos-scrap-bag-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
unlike volumes series books childrens stories shawl straps novel story amanda matilda lavinia three sisters travelling europe book based louisa may alcott s travels sister states preface br br there sort fate writing books travel impossible escape vain declare inducement bribe one it nothing new tell nobody wants read worn out story sooner later deed done till book safely shelved peace descend upon victim mysterious doom way affliction may lightened long suffering public make work cheerful short possible hope undersigned bore abstained giving dimensions church population city description famous places far lay confined personal haps mishaps adventures experiences wanderers louisa m alcott november 1872 br br a href https librivox org aunt jos scrapbag by louisa may alcott aunt jo s scrap bag a br a href https librivox org shawl straps a second series of aunt jos scrap bag by louisa may alcott shawl straps second series aunt jo s scrap bag a br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 3 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 4 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 5 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 6 br br br summary rachel p |
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9040 |
9667 |
Don Rodriguez: Chronicles of Shadow Valley |
Lord Dunsany |
Fantastic Fiction |
A coming of age story blended with a swashbuckling road trip through an mythical "golden age" of Spain. The titular character is excluded from the inheritance of the family castle on the grounds that given his expertise with sword and mandolin he should be able to win his own estate and bride. Setting out to achieve his place in the world, Rodriguez quickly acquires a Sancho Panza-like servant, Morano, and goes on to experience a series of adventures, often humorous, en route to his goal. Lord Dunsany, well known as an influence on J.R.R. Tolkein, H.P. Lovecraft, Ursula Le Guin, Neil Gaiman, and others, creates a world in which anything is possible, and all outcomes serve poetry and wonder first. (Wikipedia and Ed Humpal)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/don-rodriguez-chronicles-of-shadow-valley-by-lord-dunsany/ |
coming age story blended swashbuckling road trip mythical golden age spain titular character excluded inheritance family castle grounds given expertise sword mandolin able win estate bride setting achieve place world rodriguez quickly acquires sancho panza like servant morano goes experience series adventures often humorous en route goal lord dunsany well known influence j r r tolkein h p lovecraft ursula le guin neil gaiman others creates world anything possible outcomes serve poetry wonder first wikipedia ed humpal p |
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9041 |
9668 |
Gifts of the Child Christ |
George MacDonald |
Christian Fiction |
It's the Advent season in London but all is not well in the Greatorex household. All this will change with a surprise on Christmas morning. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-gifts-of-the-christ-child-by-george-macdonald/ |
advent season london well greatorex household change surprise christmas morning ann boulais p |
| 9099 |
9042 |
9669 |
Day and NIght |
Rupert Brooke |
Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Rupert Brooke was both fair to see and winning in his ways. There was at the first contact both bloom and charm; and most of all there was life. To use the word his friends describe him by, he was "vivid". This vitality, though manifold in expression, is felt primarily in his sensations — surprise mingled with delight — (Summary from Introduction to THE COLLECTED POEMS OF RUPERT BROOKE)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/day-and-night-by-rupert-brooke/ |
rupert brooke fair see winning ways first contact bloom charm life use word friends describe by vivid vitality though manifold expression felt primarily sensations surprise mingled delight summary introduction collected poems rupert brooke p |
| 9100 |
9043 |
9670 |
Galaxy Primes |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
They were four of the greatest minds in the Universe: Two men, two women, lost in an experimental spaceship billions of parsecs from home. And as they mentally charted the Cosmos to find their way back to earth, their own loves and hates were as startling as the worlds they encountered. - Summary by Original book cover |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/the-galaxy-primes-by-e-e-smith/ |
four greatest minds universe two men two women lost experimental spaceship billions parsecs home mentally charted cosmos find way back earth loves hates startling worlds encountered summary original book cover |
| 9101 |
9065 |
9692 |
Astounding Stories 13, January 1931 |
Charles Willard Diffin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This issue contains "The Dark Side of Antri" by Sewell Peaslea Wright, "The Sunken Empire" by H. Thompson Rich, "The Gate to Xoran" by Hal K. Wells, "The Eye of Allah" by C. D. Willard, "The Fifth-Dimension Catapult" by Murray Leinster, and "The Pirate Planet[' by Charles W. Diffin. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-13-january-1931-by-sewell-peaslee-wright/ |
issue contains the dark side antri sewell peaslea wright the sunken empire h thompson rich the gate xoran hal k wells the eye allah c d willard the fifth dimension catapult murray leinster the pirate planet charles w diffin summary bill boerst p |
| 9102 |
9044 |
9671 |
Story of Doctor Dolittle (version 4 Dramatic Reading) |
Hugh Lofting |
Dramatic Readings, Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
John Dolittle, M. D., was once a famous doctor. But then he learned to talk Animal-Language, picked up several interesting pets, and gradually began to lose his patients. Finally the only patient who remains, the Cat's-Meat-Man, makes a suggestion - why doesn't he give up treating people and become an animal doctor?<br><br>\n\nAnd so Dr. Dolittle becomes an animal doctor, and life seems to be going well. But with the addition of an escaped crocodile to his store of pets, even the animals stop coming to see him. What to do?<br><br>\n\nChildren of all ages - and adults too - will enjoy the story of the good Doctor and his animals as he travels to Africa and back, braves shipwrecks and pirates, escapes from prison, and tries to reunite a little boy with his kidnapped uncle, all with the help of his charming animal friends. (Summary by Rachel)<br><br>\n\nPlease note that this book was written at a different time and includes attitudes which are now considered racist. Some modern editions are available with some of this changed - this recording is of the original public domain text, as it was first published in 1920.<br><br>\n\n\n<b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n\nIntroduction read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8638">Donald Cummings</a><br>\nNarrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nDoctor Dolittle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adam</a><br>\nPolynesia the parrot / Ben Ali the Barbary Dragon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nToo-Too the owl / the Pushmi-Pullyu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nChee-Chee the monkey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nGub-Gub the pig / Tiny Red Monkey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a><br>\nDab-Dab the duck / Queen Ermintrude / Major of the Marmosettes / Pirate 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nJip the dog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nTownsperson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nCat's-Meat-Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nSarah Dolittle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9860">Dorothy Godfrey-Smith</a><br>\nHorse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a><br>\nPorpoises / Crocodile / Swallows / Eagles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>\nWhite Mouse / Pirate 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>\nAfrican Man / Grand Gorilla / Mayor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nThe King of Jolliginki: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>\nBiggest Baboon / Big Black Rat / Shark / Fisherman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10005">Michael C. Johnson</a><br>\nLeader of the Lions / Prince Bumpo / Sailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nQueen Lioness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9838">Shiloh Fuscello</a><br>\nChief Chimpanzee / Little Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-doctor-dolittle-dramatic-reading-by-hugh-lofting/ |
john dolittle m d famous doctor learned talk animal language picked several interesting pets gradually began lose patients finally patient remains cat s meat man makes suggestion give treating people become animal doctor br br dr dolittle becomes animal doctor life seems going well addition escaped crocodile store pets even animals stop coming see him do br br children ages adults enjoy story good doctor animals travels africa back braves shipwrecks pirates escapes prison tries reunite little boy kidnapped uncle help charming animal friends summary rachel br br please note book written different time includes attitudes considered racist modern editions available changed recording original public domain text first published 1920 br br b cast list b br br introduction read a href https librivox org reader 8638 donald cummings a br narrated a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br doctor dolittle a href https librivox org reader 7326 adam a br polynesia parrot ben ali barbary dragon a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br too too owl pushmi pullyu a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br chee chee monkey a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br gub gub pig tiny red monkey a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a br dab dab duck queen ermintrude major marmosettes pirate 1 a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br jip dog a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br townsperson a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br cat s meat man a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br sarah dolittle a href https librivox org reader 9860 dorothy godfrey smith a br horse a href https librivox org reader 7359 willy a br porpoises crocodile swallows eagles a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br white mouse pirate 2 a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br african man grand gorilla mayor a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br king jolliginki a href https librivox org reader 8770 paul simonin a br biggest baboon big black rat shark fisherman a href https librivox org reader 10005 michael c johnson a br leader lions prince bumpo sailor a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br queen lioness a href https librivox org reader 9838 shiloh fuscello a br chief chimpanzee little boy a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br |
| 9103 |
9045 |
9672 |
Visioning, A Novel |
Susan Glaspell |
Family Life, General Fiction, Romance |
"The Visioning, Susan Glaspell's second novel, tells about Katie Jones, a young woman who lives in the comfortable world she knows with a charming circle of friends. Her brother is an army officer, and her uncle lives in Washington. The world she knows is the world they let her see. Until Anne comes into the picture. Katie saves Anne from killing herself. Katie invents a story about Anne, a story which suits Katie's world, but what would she do, and feel, when she discovers the truth? The story focuses around Katie's eye opening experiences and her search for place and meaning in the new world she slowly discovers. Glaspell's usual charm and witty observation, this book is a wonderful read. It could also be of interest to fans of Virginia Woolf's "Night And Day." - Summary by Stav Nisser</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-visioning-a-novel-by-susan-glaspell/ |
the visioning susan glaspell s second novel tells katie jones young woman lives comfortable world knows charming circle friends brother army officer uncle lives washington world knows world let see anne comes picture katie saves anne killing herself katie invents story anne story suits katie s world would do feel discovers truth story focuses around katie s eye opening experiences search place meaning new world slowly discovers glaspell s usual charm witty observation book wonderful read could also interest fans virginia woolf s night day summary stav nisser p |
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9046 |
9673 |
Daughter of the Snows |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
<p>In Jack London's first novel, he tells the story of Frona Welse, a strong and interesting heroine, "a Stanford graduate and physical Valkyrie," who heads to the Yukon gold fields after creating a stir in her hometown by being strong and forthright and by befriending the town's prostitute. In the course of her adventures, she finds herself at the distaff point of a love triangle. This novel contains very overt racial and gender stereotypes and as such reflects the attitudes growing in society at the time it was written. It is the practice at Librivox to record works as they stand, without judgment. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins<p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-daughter-of-the-snows-by-jack-london/ |
p in jack london s first novel tells story frona welse strong interesting heroine a stanford graduate physical valkyrie heads yukon gold fields creating stir hometown strong forthright befriending town s prostitute course adventures finds distaff point love triangle novel contains overt racial gender stereotypes reflects attitudes growing society time written practice librivox record works stand without judgment summary w jenkins p |
| 9105 |
9047 |
9674 |
Sword of Damocles |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
Anna Katharine Green is best known as one of the first women detective writers, and The Sword of Damocles, first published in 1881, does indeed include several mysteries. There is a very brief appearance by her famous detective, Mr Gryce, but at the heart of the book, which is subtitled A Story of New York Life, are a number of very different love stories. (Summary by Mary Bard)\n |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-sword-of-damocles-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green best known one first women detective writers sword damocles first published 1881 indeed include several mysteries brief appearance famous detective mr gryce heart book subtitled story new york life number different love stories summary mary bard |
| 9106 |
9048 |
9675 |
Cradock Nowell Vol. 2 |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Cradock Nowell: a Tale of the New Forest is a three-volume novel by R. D. Blackmore published in 1866. Set in the New Forest and in London, it follows the fortunes of Cradock Nowell who, at the end of Volume 1, is thrown out of his family home by his father following the suspicious death of Cradock's twin brother Clayton. It was Blackmore's second novel, and the novel he wrote prior to his most famous work Lorna Doone. ( Wikipedia) <br/>\n*Warning: Some listeners may be offended by some of the language. Words that were considered acceptable in the nineteenth century are not always politically correct today. It is LibriVox policy to leave the original wording as the author intended. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<br /><br />Other volumes in the series:<br /><a href="http://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-1-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 1</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-3-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 3</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-2-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
cradock nowell tale new forest three volume novel r d blackmore published 1866 set new forest london follows fortunes cradock nowell who end volume 1 thrown family home father following suspicious death cradock s twin brother clayton blackmore s second novel novel wrote prior famous work lorna doone wikipedia br warning listeners may offended language words considered acceptable nineteenth century always politically correct today librivox policy leave original wording author intended summary lynne thompson br br other volumes series br a href http librivox org cradock nowell vol 1 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 1 a br a href https librivox org cradock nowell vol 3 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 3 a br br |
| 9107 |
9049 |
9676 |
Six Little Ducklings |
Katharine Pyle |
Animals & Nature |
Six little ducklings and their mom live in a hollow tree down by the river. Join them as the grow up by the water and learn more about themselves and their animal neighbors. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/six-little-ducklings-by-katharine-pyle/ |
six little ducklings mom live hollow tree river join grow water learn animal neighbors summary mary kay p |
| 9108 |
9052 |
9679 |
Art of Landscape Painting in Oil Colour |
Sir Alfred Edward East |
Art, Design & Architecture, Crafts & Hobbies, Nature |
<p>Sketching from Nature, Equipment, Colour, Composition, Trees, Skies, Grass, Reflections, Distance -- chapters rich with timeless oil painting advice by a master landscape artist, Sir Alfred East. East had an exceptional ability to capture the individuality of trees, the quiver of their leaves against the sky. <i>“If we look at a photograph, the edges of the trees do not give you the feeling that the tree is a living thing, they are marked with hard precision against the light, like a solid building, and yet at the same time if we see them in Nature we hear the whisper of their leaves and know that they live and breathe. To express that is a greater truth than the camera can reveal, and a higher form of realism.” </i> East served as president of the Royal Society of British Artists from 1906 to 1913. - Summary by Sue Anderson<p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-landscape-painting-in-oil-colour-by-sir-alfred-edward-east/ |
p sketching nature equipment colour composition trees skies grass reflections distance chapters rich timeless oil painting advice master landscape artist sir alfred east east exceptional ability capture individuality trees quiver leaves sky i if look photograph edges trees give feeling tree living thing marked hard precision light like solid building yet time see nature hear whisper leaves know live breathe express greater truth camera reveal higher form realism i east served president royal society british artists 1906 1913 summary sue anderson p |
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9053 |
9680 |
More English Fairy Tales |
Joseph Jacobs |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"This volume will come, I fancy, as a surprise both to my brother folk-lorists and to the public in general. It might naturally have been thought that my former volume (English Fairy Tales) had almost exhausted the scanty remains of the traditional folk-tales of England. Yet I shall be much disappointed if the present collection is not found to surpass the former in interest and vivacity, while for the most part it goes over hitherto untrodden ground, the majority of the tales in this book have either never appeared before, or have never been brought between the same boards." - Summary from the preface</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/more-english-fairy-tales-by-joseph-jacobs/ |
this volume come fancy surprise brother folk lorists public general might naturally thought former volume english fairy tales almost exhausted scanty remains traditional folk tales england yet shall much disappointed present collection found surpass former interest vivacity part goes hitherto untrodden ground majority tales book either never appeared before never brought boards summary preface p |
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9054 |
9681 |
Noted Speeches of Abraham Lincoln |
Lillian Marie Briggs |
Literary Collections |
A few of Lincoln's most famous speeches and the Lincoln-Douglas debate make for historic reading. (summary by David O)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/noted-speeches-of-abraham-lincoln-by-abraham-lincoln/ |
lincoln s famous speeches lincoln douglas debate make historic reading summary david o p |
| 9111 |
9055 |
9682 |
Knights of Arthur (Version 2) |
Frederik Pohl |
Science Fiction |
Pohl takes us into the future in this quirky and funny story, where the population of the United States is less than 10,000 people ... total. Yes you guessed it, there was a war; but the 'clean' bombs killed people and left most everything else intact. Our trio of 'Knights' are not very talented or smart or brave, but they have survived very well and now are taking on New York City to fulfill a quest of Arthur. You see, Arthur has no legs. Or arms. Or body. But he is very opinionated nevertheless. Listen to this fascinating story that is full of humor and human nature as only Pohl can do it. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-knights-of-arthur-by-frederik-pohl-2/ |
pohl takes us future quirky funny story population united states less 10 000 people total yes guessed it war clean bombs killed people left everything else intact trio knights talented smart brave survived well taking new york city fulfill quest arthur see arthur legs arms body opinionated nevertheless listen fascinating story full humor human nature pohl it summary phil chenevert p |
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9056 |
9683 |
Beast With Five Fingers |
W. F. Harvey |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A well off English bachelor receives a legacy from his uncle. This includes the uncle's very large library and a box containing something that used to belong to his uncle. The box has air holes in it. It is not a rat or other small mammal for his collection, but it is something still alive; something very malevolent and something very evil. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-beast-with-five-fingers-by-w-f-harvey/ |
well english bachelor receives legacy uncle includes uncle s large library box containing something used belong uncle box air holes it rat small mammal collection something still alive something malevolent something evil summary phil chenevert p |
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9057 |
9684 |
Marguerite de Valois |
Alexandre Dumas |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<br />A historical fiction novel set in Paris (1572) during Charles IX's reign and the French Wars of Religion. Marguerite de Valois, daughter of deceased Henry II, is the novel's protagonist set against the infamous schemes of the Catholic power player, Catherine de Medici. - Summary by Publisher<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/marguerite-de-valois-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
br a historical fiction novel set paris 1572 charles ix s reign french wars religion marguerite de valois daughter deceased henry ii novel s protagonist set infamous schemes catholic power player catherine de medici summary publisher p |
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9058 |
9685 |
Annual Reports to the Massachusetts Board of Education |
Horace Mann |
Education |
Horace Mann is called The Father of the Common School and was one of the first progressive thinkers on education in the United States. His <i>Annual Reports to the Massachusetts Board of Education</i>, written between 1837 and 1848, are wide-ranging essays on topics, including philosophical arguments on the role of education in a democracy, curricular matters such as textbook choice and methods of reading instruction, and nitty-gritty details of classroom furnishings and buildings. Even in the much-changed society of the 21st century, much of Mann's writing still speaks to us, recalling us to the roots of our faith in education for all. - Summary by Maria Kasper |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/annual-reports-to-the-massachusetts-board-of-education-by-horace-mann/ |
horace mann called father common school one first progressive thinkers education united states i annual reports massachusetts board education i written 1837 1848 wide ranging essays topics including philosophical arguments role education democracy curricular matters textbook choice methods reading instruction nitty gritty details classroom furnishings buildings even much changed society 21st century much mann s writing still speaks us recalling us roots faith education all summary maria kasper |
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9073 |
9700 |
Short Poetry Collection 143 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-143-by-various/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers april 2015 p |
| 9116 |
9059 |
9686 |
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Version 4 - Dramatic Reading) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A series of mysterious and increasingly alarming crimes are taking place across London. People are being injured, even murdered without mercy and without reason. And yet, the perpetrator cannot be found. The crimes happen overnight, but in the morning the murderer is gone "like breath upon a mirror". Mr Utterson (a lawyer), Dr Lanyon and Dr Jekyll each bring their insights to this sinister conundrum. <br><br>Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is brought to life with a cast of voices in this dramatic reading. Only 10 chapters long, tradition says that Stevenson wrote the novella in less than a week, yet the central idea of the duality of human nature continues to fascinate through the ages! (Summary by Beth Thomas)<br><br><b>Cast List</b><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nDr. Jekyll, Mr. Hyde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMr. Utterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nDr. Lanyon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMr. Enfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nPoole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nInspector Newcomen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9775">Alex Lane</a><br>\nHousekeeper, Cook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8595">Sarah Alaine Swart</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nMr. Guest: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a><br>\nNewsboy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nEditied by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8842">Mary J</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-case-of-jekyll-and-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
series mysterious increasingly alarming crimes taking place across london people injured even murdered without mercy without reason yet perpetrator cannot found crimes happen overnight morning murderer gone like breath upon mirror mr utterson a lawyer dr lanyon dr jekyll bring insights sinister conundrum br br robert louis stevenson s classic story dr jekyll mr hyde brought life cast voices dramatic reading 10 chapters long tradition says stevenson wrote novella less week yet central idea duality human nature continues fascinate ages summary beth thomas br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br dr jekyll mr hyde a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr utterson a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br dr lanyon a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr enfield a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br poole a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br inspector newcomen a href https librivox org reader 9775 alex lane a br housekeeper cook a href https librivox org reader 8595 sarah alaine swart a br maid a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br mr guest a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br newsboy a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br editied by a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a a href https librivox org reader 8842 mary j a br br |
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9060 |
9687 |
Perkins of Portland |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Humorous Fiction |
Amusing tales showing the effectiveness of advertising some rather questionable products. Perkins and the narrator partner in promotions directed at a gullible and willing public. Unlike most tales of the kind, with moralistic endings where the 'sharps' come to grief, Perkins and Co. become wealthy and quite pleased with themselves. (Summary by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/perkins-of-portland-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
amusing tales showing effectiveness advertising rather questionable products perkins narrator partner promotions directed gullible willing public unlike tales kind moralistic endings sharps come grief perkins co become wealthy quite pleased themselves summary arnold banner p |
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9061 |
9688 |
Charge of the Light Brigade |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem was published just six weeks after the event, its lines emphasize the valour of the cavalry in bravely carrying out their orders, regardless of the obvious outcome. \nThe Charge of the Light Brigade was a charge of British light cavalry led by Lord Cardigan against Russian forces during the Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854 in the Crimean War. Lord Raglan, overall commander of the British forces, had intended to send the Light Brigade to pursue and harry a retreating Russian artillery battery, a task well-suited to light cavalry. Due to miscommunication in the chain of command, the Light Brigade was instead sent on a frontal assault against a different artillery battery, one well-prepared with excellent fields of defensive fire.(Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-charge-of-the-light-brigade-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
poem published six weeks event lines emphasize valour cavalry bravely carrying orders regardless obvious outcome charge light brigade charge british light cavalry led lord cardigan russian forces battle balaclava 25 october 1854 crimean war lord raglan overall commander british forces intended send light brigade pursue harry retreating russian artillery battery task well suited light cavalry due miscommunication chain command light brigade instead sent frontal assault different artillery battery one well prepared excellent fields defensive fire summary wikipedia p |
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9062 |
9689 |
On the Shore |
Susan Coolidge |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 15 readings of On the Shore by Susan Coolidge, author of <i>What Katy Did</i>. This was the weekly poem for the week of March 1, 2015. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-shore-by-susan-coolidge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 readings shore susan coolidge author i what katy did i weekly poem week march 1 2015 summary rachel p |
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9063 |
9690 |
versiegelte Engel |
Nikolai Leskov |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Während einer kalten Winternacht in einer überfüllten russischen Herberge berichtet ein Gast darüber, wie seine altgläubige Gemeinde durch einen Akt staatlicher Willkür aller Heiligenbilder beraubt wird. Unser Erzähler begibt sich mit einem Begleiter auf eine abenteuerliche Wanderung, um die allerwichtigste Engels-Ikone wieder herbeizubringen. <br>\nIn dieser Erzählung vermittelt uns Leskow ein eindrucksvolles Bild von der Verwurzelung des russischen Volkes mit dem christlichen Glauben und speziell vom Leben der vom Staat verfolgten altgläubigen (altorthodoxen) Menschen im Russland des 18. und 19. Jahrhunderts. Darüberhinaus erhalten wir tiefe Eindrücke über die Kunst der russischen Ikonenmalerei. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich)</p> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/der-versiegelte-engel-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
während einer kalten winternacht einer überfüllten russischen herberge berichtet ein gast darüber wie seine altgläubige gemeinde durch einen akt staatlicher willkür aller heiligenbilder beraubt wird unser erzähler begibt sich mit einem begleiter auf eine abenteuerliche wanderung um die allerwichtigste engels ikone wieder herbeizubringen br dieser erzählung vermittelt uns leskow ein eindrucksvolles bild von der verwurzelung des russischen volkes mit dem christlichen glauben und speziell vom leben der vom staat verfolgten altgläubigen altorthodoxen menschen im russland des 18 und 19 jahrhunderts darüberhinaus erhalten wir tiefe eindrücke über die kunst der russischen ikonenmalerei zusammenfassung von friedrich p |
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9064 |
9691 |
Childhood (version 2) |
Leo Tolstoy |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction |
Childhood is the first published novel by Leo Tolstoy, released under the initials L. N. in the November 1852 issue of the popular Russian literary journal The Contemporary. It is the first in a series of three novels and is followed by Boyhood and Youth. Published when Tolstoy was just twenty-three years old, the book was an immediate success, earning notice from other Russian novelists including Ivan Turgenev, who heralded the young Tolstoy as a major up-and-coming figure in Russian literature. Childhood is an exploration of the inner life of a young boy, Nikolenka, and one of the books in Russian writing to explore an expressionistic style, mixing fact, fiction and emotions to render the moods and reactions of the narrator. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/childhood-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
childhood first published novel leo tolstoy released initials l n november 1852 issue popular russian literary journal contemporary first series three novels followed boyhood youth published tolstoy twenty three years old book immediate success earning notice russian novelists including ivan turgenev heralded young tolstoy major up and coming figure russian literature childhood exploration inner life young boy nikolenka one books russian writing explore expressionistic style mixing fact fiction emotions render moods reactions narrator summary wikipedia p |
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11037 |
11696 |
Trading Jeff and His Dog |
Jim Kjelgaard |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
A fight in the Midwest leaves the dog's owner dead. He searches for a new friend and encounters Trading Jeff. Jeff is a traveling peddler. Beware, though, because life as a peddler isn't easy (and it's definitely not safe!) Join us for the adventures of Jeff and his dog in this delightful children's book. Summary by Adele de Pignerolles. |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/trading-jeff-by-jim-kjelgaard/ |
fight midwest leaves dog s owner dead searches new friend encounters trading jeff jeff traveling peddler beware though life peddler easy and definitely safe join us adventures jeff dog delightful children s book summary adele de pignerolles |
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9066 |
9693 |
Island Queen |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The story of Dominic, Otto and Pauline Rigonda, three siblings who are blown onto an island after being shipwrecked, and are later joined by the immigrant passengers and crew of a ship that is wrecked on the same island. When the question of government comes up, the little colony chooses a queen, and they work on improving the island for some time, despite internal dissensions, and an attack by savages. But eventually the colony encounters natural forces it cannot resist, and the queen and her family return to England, hopefully to live "happily ever after". - Summary by Alayna May</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-island-queen-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
story dominic otto pauline rigonda three siblings blown onto island shipwrecked later joined immigrant passengers crew ship wrecked island question government comes up little colony chooses queen work improving island time despite internal dissensions attack savages eventually colony encounters natural forces cannot resist queen family return england hopefully live happily ever after summary alayna may p |
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9067 |
9694 |
British Goblins: Welsh Folk-lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions |
Wirt Sikes |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
<br />The British Isles, in particular Wales, are renowned for legend and folklore. The author, an American journalist working in Europe, was appointed Consul to Wales and thus began his fascination with Welsh folklore. He became a renowned authority and published several books on the subject. This work is more of a scholarly discussion on the origins and geography than a narration of the stories. - Summary by Lynne Thompson<br /><br /> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/british-goblins-welsh-folk-lore-fairy-mythology-legends-and-traditions-by-wirt-sikes/ |
br the british isles particular wales renowned legend folklore author american journalist working europe appointed consul wales thus began fascination welsh folklore became renowned authority published several books subject work scholarly discussion origins geography narration stories summary lynne thompson br br |
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9068 |
9695 |
Equation of Doom |
Gerald Vance |
Science Fiction |
A world weary space pilot on the lam from earth for crimes unspecified; the most beautiful (earthly) tri-D woman in the universe who is determined to be the most powerful too; a planet of crafty and unscrupulous giant frogs intent on kicking out all aliens; and finally beings who live outside of time. Mix them all together and some very interesting things happen. Very interesting. And disastrous. But there's more! Why did 3000 worlds across the galaxy suddenly blossom almost simultaneously with very similar life and intelligence? Could there have been a common ancestor? Well, give or take a million years, simultaneously. The answer to all these questions is in this story. Listen and find out what happens in Equation of Doom.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/equation-of-doom-by-gerald-vance/ |
world weary space pilot lam earth crimes unspecified beautiful earthly tri d woman universe determined powerful too planet crafty unscrupulous giant frogs intent kicking aliens finally beings live outside time mix together interesting things happen interesting disastrous there s more 3000 worlds across galaxy suddenly blossom almost simultaneously similar life intelligence could common ancestor well give take million years simultaneously answer questions story listen find happens equation doom p |
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9069 |
9696 |
Antichrist |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Early Modern, Atheism & Agnosticism |
Der Philosoph Friedrich Nietzsche ist nicht unumstritten, wurde von den Nazis mißverstanden und für ihre Ideologie mißbraucht. Das Werk entstand 12 Jahre vor seinem Tod, und nur wenige Jahre vor seinem geistigen Zusammenbruch. Darin rechnet er mit der christlichen Kirche im Speziellen, aber mit religiösen Regelwerken und Fanatismus auch im Besonderen ab. Er vertritt u.a. die These, dass die Bibelreligionen besonders unfrei im Geiste machen, Versklaven, ja, geradezu bewusst Elend und Krieg hervorrufen, um ihre Macht zu stärken. Dies macht das Werk heute aktueller denn je. (Zusammenfassung von crowwings)</p> |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-antichrist-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
der philosoph friedrich nietzsche ist nicht unumstritten wurde von den nazis mißverstanden und für ihre ideologie mißbraucht das werk entstand 12 jahre vor seinem tod und nur wenige jahre vor seinem geistigen zusammenbruch darin rechnet er mit der christlichen kirche im speziellen aber mit religiösen regelwerken und fanatismus auch im besonderen ab er vertritt u a die these dass die bibelreligionen besonders unfrei im geiste machen versklaven ja geradezu bewusst elend und krieg hervorrufen um ihre macht zu stärken dies macht das werk heute aktueller denn je zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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9070 |
9697 |
Zadig ou la destinée |
Voltaire |
Satire |
Cette oeuvre parait quelques mois après la découverte de la nébuleuse de l'Aigle qui en est manifestement l'inspiration. Zadig est un jeune et riche honnête homme qui découvrira qu'il est difficile, bien que possible de vivre heureux en ce monde. Il tombe amoureux d'Astarté, la reine de Babylone, ce qui l’entraînera dans des péripéties dont il en sortira roi.<br><br>One of the most famous novel from Voltaire, that surely is one of his variations around the Eagle Nebula, discovered some months before, it tells the story of a young honest man, Zadig, that wishes to live in happiness. He falls in love with Astarté, the queen of Babylonia and will suffer many misfortunes before being made king. Summary by defscan |
French |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/zadig-ou-la-destinee-by-voltaire/ |
cette oeuvre parait quelques mois après la découverte de la nébuleuse de l aigle qui en est manifestement l inspiration zadig est un jeune et riche honnête homme qui découvrira qu il est difficile bien que possible de vivre heureux en ce monde il tombe amoureux d astarté la reine de babylone ce qui l entraînera dans des péripéties dont il en sortira roi br br one famous novel voltaire surely one variations around eagle nebula discovered months before tells story young honest man zadig wishes live happiness falls love astarté queen babylonia suffer many misfortunes made king summary defscan |
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9071 |
9698 |
Grab des Herrn Schefbeck |
Josef Ruederer |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Herr Schefbeck ist tot, aber er findet keine Ruhe. Hat er um des reichen Scheines Willen doch allerlei Ausgaben gehabt und hinterläßt nun seiner zweiten Frau Olli praktisch nichts. Aus dem Grab heraus beobachtet er, wie sein protziges Mausoleum vorbereitet wird. Denn das hat er sich redlich - all dem Münchner Gesellschaftsklatsches zum Trotz - verdient, ... oder doch nicht? - Zusammenfassung von crowwings</p> |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/das-grab-des-herrn-schafbeck-by-josef-ruederer/ |
herr schefbeck ist tot aber er findet keine ruhe hat er um des reichen scheines willen doch allerlei ausgaben gehabt und hinterläßt nun seiner zweiten frau olli praktisch nichts aus dem grab heraus beobachtet er wie sein protziges mausoleum vorbereitet wird denn das hat er sich redlich dem münchner gesellschaftsklatsches zum trotz verdient oder doch nicht zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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9072 |
9699 |
To Be a Pilgrim |
John Bunyan |
Single author, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
From John Bunyan's classic, The Pilgrim's Progress, we find the poem To Be a Pilgrim, an inspiring reminder of who we are in Christ. This was the weekly poem for March 8-15, 2015. - Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/to-be-a-pilgrim-by-john-bunyan/ |
john bunyan s classic pilgrim s progress find poem pilgrim inspiring reminder christ weekly poem march 8 15 2015 summary esther ben simonides p |
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9074 |
9701 |
Prasna Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Prasna-Upanishad is one the 11 principal Upanishads dating from 6th BCE to the begning of the Common Era. <br><br>Prasana means question in Sanskrit. This Upanisahad contains six questions posed by six pupils to Pipplalda and answers to them by Pipplada. <br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/prasna-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br prasna upanishad one 11 principal upanishads dating 6th bce begning common era br br prasana means question sanskrit upanisahad contains six questions posed six pupils pipplalda answers pipplada br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9075 |
9702 |
Orestes |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
In accordance with the advice of the god Apollo, Orestes has killed his mother Clytemnestra to avenge the death of his father Agamemnon at her hands. Despite Apollo’s earlier prophecy, Orestes finds himself tormented by Erinyes or Furies to the blood guilt stemming from his matricide. The only person capable of calming Orestes down from his madness is his sister Electra. To complicate matters further, a leading political faction of Argos wants to put Orestes to death for the murder. Orestes’ only hope to save his life lies in his uncle Menelaus, who has returned with Helen after spending ten years in Troy and several more years amassing wealth in Egypt. In the chronology of events following Orestes, this play takes place after the events contained in plays such as Electra by Euripides or The Libation Bearers by Aeschylus, and before events contained in plays like The Eumenides by Aeschylus and Andromache by Euripides. As Buckley's translation of the argument concludes, "The play is among the most celebrated on the stage, but infamous in its morals; for, with the exception of Pylades, all the characters are bad persons." - Summary by Wikipedia and Theodore Buckley<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />Electra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Helen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Hermione: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br>Chorus of Argive Women: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Orestes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>Menelaus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3699">Bruce Pirie</a><br>Tyndarus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Pylades: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Phrygian/Semi-Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Apollo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/orestes-by-euripides/ |
accordance advice god apollo orestes killed mother clytemnestra avenge death father agamemnon hands despite apollo s earlier prophecy orestes finds tormented erinyes furies blood guilt stemming matricide person capable calming orestes madness sister electra complicate matters further leading political faction argos wants put orestes death murder orestes hope save life lies uncle menelaus returned helen spending ten years troy several years amassing wealth egypt chronology events following orestes play takes place events contained plays electra euripides libation bearers aeschylus events contained plays like eumenides aeschylus andromache euripides buckley s translation argument concludes the play among celebrated stage infamous morals for exception pylades characters bad persons summary wikipedia theodore buckley br br b cast list b br electra a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br helen a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br hermione a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br chorus argive women a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br orestes a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br menelaus a href https librivox org reader 3699 bruce pirie a br tyndarus a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br pylades a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br phrygian semi chorus a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br apollo a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br |
| 9132 |
9076 |
9703 |
Mrs. Mulligatawny |
Arthur Macy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Arthur Macy was a Nantucket boy of Quaker extraction. His name alone is evidence of this, for it is safe to say that a Macy, wherever found in the United States, is descended from that sturdy old Quaker who was one of those who bought Nantucket from the Indians, paid them fairly for it, treated them with justice, and lived on friendly terms with them. In many ways Arthur Macy showed that he was a Nantucketer and, at least by descent, a Quaker. He often used phrases peculiar to our island in the sea, and was given, in conversation at least, to similes which smacked of salt water. Almost the last time I saw him he said, "I'm coming round soon for a good long gam." (Summary from the Introduction to Poems by Arthur Macy)<br /><br />This was the fortnightly poem for March 13, 2015.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-mulligatawny-by-arthur-macy/ |
arthur macy nantucket boy quaker extraction name alone evidence this safe say macy wherever found united states descended sturdy old quaker one bought nantucket indians paid fairly it treated justice lived friendly terms them many ways arthur macy showed nantucketer and least descent quaker often used phrases peculiar island sea given conversation least similes smacked salt water almost last time saw said i m coming round soon good long gam summary introduction poems arthur macy br br this fortnightly poem march 13 2015 br br |
| 9133 |
9077 |
9704 |
Well at the World's End, Book 2: The Road Unto Trouble |
William Morris |
Fantasy Fiction |
In The Well at the World's End, Ralph of Upmeads, youngest son of the King of Upmeads, leaves home (where nothing exciting ever happens) without permission and sets out looking for adventure. When he hears rumors of a well that exudes water with magical properties, he is intrigued and begins his quest. Along the way, he travels through various towns and wildernesses and meets -- and is sometimes led astray by -- a host of interesting people including a mysterious knight, a beautiful woman who may be a goddess, a treacherous servant, a brave tavern wench, a barbarian warrior, a solitary sage, and a sadistic king. Book 2 continues this journey, - Summary by Kristingj <br/><br/>\n\nDPLs for this project include Vanessa Cooley, Kristin Gjerløw, Ryan Cowell and Linette Geisel. <br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-well-at-the-worlds-end-book-2-by-william-morris/ |
well world s end ralph upmeads youngest son king upmeads leaves home where nothing exciting ever happens without permission sets looking adventure hears rumors well exudes water magical properties intrigued begins quest along way travels various towns wildernesses meets sometimes led astray host interesting people including mysterious knight beautiful woman may goddess treacherous servant brave tavern wench barbarian warrior solitary sage sadistic king book 2 continues journey summary kristingj br br dpls project include vanessa cooley kristin gjerløw ryan cowell linette geisel br |
| 9134 |
9078 |
9705 |
Entrapped |
Alice Mangold Diehl |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The story begins with a storm outside an old house and stormy scenes inside between the house’s occupants. It details the eventful life of Zoe Blount, including her involvement in a mystery and her place in a complicated family history. It also follows the course of her romantic attachment and sympathetically portrays her suffering as a result of sexual double standards. The characters’ experiences, particularly within marriage, depict changing ideas of gender roles and relationships in the beginning years of the twentieth century. - Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/entrapped-by-alice-mangold-diehl/ |
story begins storm outside old house stormy scenes inside house s occupants details eventful life zoe blount including involvement mystery place complicated family history also follows course romantic attachment sympathetically portrays suffering result sexual double standards characters experiences particularly within marriage depict changing ideas gender roles relationships beginning years twentieth century summary newgatenovelist p |
| 9135 |
9079 |
9706 |
History of Chemistry |
Thomas Thomson |
Chemistry |
Origin and progress of chemistry, from its beginnings in alchemy into the early 19th century including history and characters of important contributors to the science. (Summary by Sienna) |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-chemistry-by-thomas-thomson/ |
origin progress chemistry beginnings alchemy early 19th century including history characters important contributors science summary sienna |
| 9136 |
9852 |
10489 |
Shipwreck of the Whale-ship Essex |
Owen Chase |
Modern (19th C) |
Owen Chase (October 7, 1797 – March 7, 1869) was First Mate of the whale ship Essex, that was struck and sunk by a sperm whale on October 28, 1820. Chase wrote about the incident in Narrative of the Most Extraordinary and Distressing Shipwreck of the Whale-Ship Essex. This book, published in 1821, would inspire Herman Melville to write Moby-Dick. (Summary from Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/shipwreck-of-the-whale-ship-essex-by-owen-chase/ |
owen chase october 7 1797 march 7 1869 first mate whale ship essex struck sunk sperm whale october 28 1820 chase wrote incident narrative extraordinary distressing shipwreck whale ship essex book published 1821 would inspire herman melville write moby dick summary wikipedia p |
| 9137 |
9080 |
9707 |
Anarchism and Other Essays (Version 2) |
Emma Goldman |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Emma Goldman, the most famous anarchist in American history, shows the whole range of her iconoclastic thought in this collection of essays. Drawing from a wealth of illustrative material, including the examples of fellow anarchists and radicals of her own acquaintance, modern martyrs, dissident playwrights, poets, and authors, etc., she delineates the main themes of her philosophy with incisiveness and evangelical passion. Included among these themes are: a definition of decentralized anarchism itself; the ambiguous morality of direct action; the curse of modern patriotism; the horrors of early twentieth-century prisons; the need for an entirely new kind of education; the relationship of legal marriage to true love; the insidious danger of Puritanical thought within feminism itself; the deadly spread of sex trafficking; the limitations or even undesirability of woman suffrage; and the extraordinary revolutionary potential of modern theatre. Sadly, none of these themes seem obsolete even to a modern reader; every one of them has direct application to twenty-first century society. - Summary by Expatriate |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/anarchism-and-other-essays-by-emma-goldman-2/ |
emma goldman famous anarchist american history shows whole range iconoclastic thought collection essays drawing wealth illustrative material including examples fellow anarchists radicals acquaintance modern martyrs dissident playwrights poets authors etc delineates main themes philosophy incisiveness evangelical passion included among themes are definition decentralized anarchism itself ambiguous morality direct action curse modern patriotism horrors early twentieth century prisons need entirely new kind education relationship legal marriage true love insidious danger puritanical thought within feminism itself deadly spread sex trafficking limitations even undesirability woman suffrage extraordinary revolutionary potential modern theatre sadly none themes seem obsolete even modern reader every one direct application twenty first century society summary expatriate |
| 9138 |
9081 |
9708 |
Романтические Цветы, Шатер |
Nikolay Gumilyov |
Single author |
Николай Степанович Гумилев (1886 - 1921), русский поэт Серебряного века, создатель школы акмеизма, путешественник, литературный критик. Расстрелян ЧеКа в августе 1921 г.<br>\nЗдесь представлены его навеянные путешествиями книги стихов "Романтические Цветы" (1908) и "Шатер" (1916).<br><br>\n\nNikolay Gumilyov (1886 - 1921), an influential Russian poet, literary critic, and traveler. He was the co-founder of the Acmeist movement. He was arrested and executed by the Soviet secret police in August 1921.<br>\nHis travel-inspired collections "Romantic Flowers" (1908) and "The Tent" (1916) are presented here.<br>\n(Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky)</p> |
Russian |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-by-nikolay-gumilyov/ |
николай степанович гумилев 1886 1921 русский поэт серебряного века создатель школы акмеизма путешественник литературный критик расстрелян чека в августе 1921 г br здесь представлены его навеянные путешествиями книги стихов романтические цветы 1908 и шатер 1916 br br nikolay gumilyov 1886 1921 influential russian poet literary critic traveler co founder acmeist movement arrested executed soviet secret police august 1921 br travel inspired collections romantic flowers 1908 the tent 1916 presented here br wikipedia mark chulsky p |
| 9139 |
9082 |
9709 |
Hans Christian Andersen: Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 6, 1866 to 1875 |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen's works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his fairy tales. Summary by Kristingj.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-6-1866-to-1875-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
collection hans christian andersen s works danish author poet famous fairy tales summary kristingj p |
| 9140 |
9083 |
9710 |
Lily Of The West |
Anonymous |
Poetry, Ballads, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"Lily of the West is an Irish folk poem. Some say it is a metaphor for the Irish life after emigrating to America." - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia</p>. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lily-of-the-west-by-anonymous/ |
lily west irish folk poem say metaphor irish life emigrating america summary stav nisser wikipedia p |
| 9141 |
9084 |
9711 |
World As Will and Idea, Vol. 1 of 3 |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
Philosophy, Modern |
In this work, Schopenhauer explains his fundamental idea that at the root of the reality we see around us is a Will that eternally, insatiably seeks to be satisfied. Each human Subject observes the Objects around her from the perspective of that fundamental Will working within each person. The human observer is distracted by the details of life and individual distinctions that obscure this Will; only by penetrating this “principium individuationis” (which is enslaved by the cause-and-effect tyranny of the Principle of Sufficient Reason) can the observer perceive the essential Thing-In-Itself. Art has the power to make us see the Thing-In-Itself, the Platonic Idea freed from the individual particular manifestation of it, thus enabling us to transcend the individual Will and perceive something of true Reality. Perceiving the common Will in all humanity, we are able to come closer to an ego-less love based on that shared essence. Schopenhauer squarely faces the fact that existence is fundamentally suffering, but it would be simplistic to label him (as is so often done) as nothing but a pessimist. His affirmation of Art and Love is a transforming principle, having a powerful influence on writers such as Tolstoy. In the end, he chooses the Way of Negation as the path toward peace; by denying our Will, by silencing the many outbreaks of Will in our lives, we can approach the ultimate peace of annihilation that is the theme of the great Vedic philosophy of India, to which Schopenhauer admits his profound debt. ( summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-as-will-and-idea-v1-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
work schopenhauer explains fundamental idea root reality see around us eternally insatiably seeks satisfied human subject observes objects around perspective fundamental working within person human observer distracted details life individual distinctions obscure will penetrating principium individuationis which enslaved cause and effect tyranny principle sufficient reason observer perceive essential thing in itself art power make us see thing in itself platonic idea freed individual particular manifestation it thus enabling us transcend individual perceive something true reality perceiving common humanity able come closer ego less love based shared essence schopenhauer squarely faces fact existence fundamentally suffering would simplistic label as often done nothing pessimist affirmation art love transforming principle powerful influence writers tolstoy end chooses way negation path toward peace denying will silencing many outbreaks lives approach ultimate peace annihilation theme great vedic philosophy india schopenhauer admits profound debt summary expatriate p |
| 9142 |
9085 |
9712 |
Indian Fairy Book |
Henry R. Schoolcraft |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
These Indian fairy tales are chosen from the many stories collected by Mr. Henry R. Schoolcraft, the first man to study how the Indians lived and to discover their legends. He lived among the Indians in the West and around the Great Lakes for thirty years in the first part of the Nineteenth Century and wrote many books about them.<br><br>\nWhen the story-tellers sat at the lodge fires in the long evenings to tell of the manitoes and their magic, of how the little boy snared the sun, of the old Toad Woman who stole the baby, and the other tales that had been retold to generation after generation of red children, time out of mind, Mr. Schoolcraft listened and wrote the stories down, just as he heard them.<br><br>\nIn 1856 this collection of his stories was published by Mason Brothers in New York City. A small brown book with quaint engravings for pictures, it is now only to be found here and there in families that have always treasured its delightful contents. It is republished, with revisions and with new illustrations in color, so that these stories may be passed on as they deserve. - Summary from the Foreword of "The Indian Fairy Book"</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-indian-fairy-book-by-henry-r-schoolcraft/ |
indian fairy tales chosen many stories collected mr henry r schoolcraft first man study indians lived discover legends lived among indians west around great lakes thirty years first part nineteenth century wrote many books them br br story tellers sat lodge fires long evenings tell manitoes magic little boy snared sun old toad woman stole baby tales retold generation generation red children time mind mr schoolcraft listened wrote stories down heard them br br 1856 collection stories published mason brothers new york city small brown book quaint engravings pictures found families always treasured delightful contents republished revisions new illustrations color stories may passed deserve summary foreword the indian fairy book p |
| 9143 |
9086 |
9713 |
Our Young Folks' Plutarch |
Rosalie Kaufman |
Children's Non-fiction |
Plutarch's Lives is a series of fifty biographies of famous Greek and Roman men written around 100 AD. In <i>Our Young Folks' Plutarch</i>, Rosalie Kaufman has adapted these biographies for young readers. In the preface she writes, “The lives which we here present in a condensed simple form are prepared from those of Plutarch. Plutarch says, ‘It must be borne in mind that my design is not to write histories, but lives.’ This is why anecdotes, short sayings or a word or two of repartee are frequently recorded. For they furnish a better insight into the thoughts and character of a man than his most glorious exploit, famous siege, or bloody battle. So it is lives, and not a history, that we offer; this must be borne in mind when some of the most important events the world has ever known receive insufficient mention.” \n |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/our-young-folks-plutarch-by-rosalie-kaufman/ |
plutarch s lives series fifty biographies famous greek roman men written around 100 ad i our young folks plutarch i rosalie kaufman adapted biographies young readers preface writes the lives present condensed simple form prepared plutarch plutarch says it must borne mind design write histories lives anecdotes short sayings word two repartee frequently recorded furnish better insight thoughts character man glorious exploit famous siege bloody battle lives history offer must borne mind important events world ever known receive insufficient mention |
| 9144 |
9087 |
9714 |
Sermons on Several Occasions, Third-Fifth Series |
John Wesley |
Literary Collections, Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Other |
John Wesley, along with his brother Charles, are credited with founding the Methodist denomination. "The following Sermons contain the substance of what I have been preaching for between eight and nine years last past. Every serious man who peruses these, will therefore see, in the clearest manner, what these doctrines are which I embrace and teach as the essentials of true religion." The third through fifth series contain sermons on a wide variety of topics, from sermons preached at funerals, to natural disasters, to the roles of elders and deacons. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/sermons-on-several-occasions-third-fifth-series-by-john-wesley/ |
john wesley along brother charles credited founding methodist denomination the following sermons contain substance preaching eight nine years last past every serious man peruses these therefore see clearest manner doctrines embrace teach essentials true religion third fifth series contain sermons wide variety topics sermons preached funerals natural disasters roles elders deacons summary triciag p |
| 9145 |
9088 |
9715 |
Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft |
George Gissing |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
This novel consists of selections from the diary of an author, starting soon after his retirement and continuing until just before his death. There is very little in the way of plot, but a great deal of quiet musing about art, nature, society, and the things that make life worth living. Although this is a work of fiction, there are clear parallels between the narrator's life and Gissing's own life. This leads many commenters to view it as semi-autobiographical. - Summary by Peter Eastman</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-private-papers-of-henry-ryecroft-by-george-gissing/ |
novel consists selections diary author starting soon retirement continuing death little way plot great deal quiet musing art nature society things make life worth living although work fiction clear parallels narrator s life gissing s life leads many commenters view semi autobiographical summary peter eastman p |
| 9146 |
9089 |
9716 |
Odd |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Family |
<i>He found the word for her, and she read with difficulty, 'Trouble, distress, great affliction.'<br>\n'Do they all mean tribulation?' she asked.<br>\n'Tribulation means all of them,' was the answer.<br>\n'And can children have tribulation, Mr. Roper?'<br>\n'What do you think?'<br>\n'I must have it if I'm to get to heaven,' she said emphatically; and then she left him, and the young man repeated her words to himself with a sigh and a smile, as he replaced the book in its resting-place.</i><br><br>\n\nLittle Betty is lonely being the "odd" one . . . her older siblings are paired up and so are her younger brothers. As Betty seeks the companionship of older people, she slowly begins to turn their hearts toward God. All the while she longs for "tribulation", having learned that she "must have it if I'm to get to heaven". (Summary by Rachel)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/odd-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
i he found word her read difficulty trouble distress great affliction br do mean tribulation asked br tribulation means them answer br and children tribulation mr roper br what think br i must i m get heaven said emphatically left him young man repeated words sigh smile replaced book resting place i br br little betty lonely odd one older siblings paired younger brothers betty seeks companionship older people slowly begins turn hearts toward god longs tribulation learned must i m get heaven summary rachel p |
| 9147 |
9090 |
9717 |
Trial of Oscar Wilde (Dramatic Reading) |
Anonymous |
Law |
In 1895 Oscar Wilde was convicted of gross indecency and sentenced to two years' hard labor. This account of his two trials was compiled from the original shorthand court reports by an anonymous author. While a more complete account of the trial was published several years later, it omitted the more 'sensational' exchanges. This shorter version was clearly intended for a more prurient reader. In it we hear Wilde's famous defence of "the love that dare not speak its name", and see the evidence mount as a succession of attractive young men step into the witness box to tell their tales. - Summary by Rob Board\n<br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nOscar Wilde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8631">Edward Kirkby</a><br />\nAlfred Taylor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/543">Ted Delorme</a><br />\nMr. C.F. Gill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nSir Edward Clarke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nMr. JP Grain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8463">Michele Fry</a><br />\nSir Frank Lockwood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br />\nMr. Horace Avory: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br />\nMr. Hall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nMr. Justice Charles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9435">Richard Shipp</a><br />\nMr. Justice Wills: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br />\nThe Foreman of the Jury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nFrank Atkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7131">Eden Rea-Hedrick</a><br />\nEdward Shelley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br />\nCharles Parker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br />\nAlfred Wood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10249">Rotgold</a><br />\nSidney Mavor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nHugues Rebell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10211">David Bushhouse</a><br />\nArthur Symons: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br />\nBaron Macauley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10433">Apneia</a><br />\nOctave Mirbeau: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5764">Herman Roskams</a><br />\nNewspaper reporter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a><br />\nJohn Milton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9965">Hannoria</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a></b><br /> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-trial-of-oscar-wilde-dramatic-reading-by-anonymous/ |
1895 oscar wilde convicted gross indecency sentenced two years hard labor account two trials compiled original shorthand court reports anonymous author complete account trial published several years later omitted sensational exchanges shorter version clearly intended prurient reader hear wilde s famous defence the love dare speak name see evidence mount succession attractive young men step witness box tell tales summary rob board br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br oscar wilde a href https librivox org reader 8631 edward kirkby a br alfred taylor a href https librivox org reader 543 ted delorme a br mr c f gill a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br sir edward clarke a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr jp grain a href https librivox org reader 8463 michele fry a br sir frank lockwood a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br mr horace avory a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br mr hall a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br mr justice charles a href https librivox org reader 9435 richard shipp a br mr justice wills a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br foreman jury a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br frank atkins a href https librivox org reader 7131 eden rea hedrick a br edward shelley a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br charles parker a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br alfred wood a href https librivox org reader 10249 rotgold a br sidney mavor a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br hugues rebell a href https librivox org reader 10211 david bushhouse a br arthur symons a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br baron macauley a href https librivox org reader 10433 apneia a br octave mirbeau a href https librivox org reader 5764 herman roskams a br newspaper reporter a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br john milton a href https librivox org reader 9965 hannoria a br b edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a b br |
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9091 |
9718 |
Katha Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads.<br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Katha-Upanishad is one the 11 principal Upanishads. Its chronology is contested as being between fifth century BCE and 1st millennium BCE.<br><br>Katha (Sanskrit: कठ) literally means "distress". Katha Upanishad uses words that symbolically embed and creatively have multiple meanings. For example, a closely pronounced word Katha (Sanskrit: कथा) literally means "story, legend, conversation, speech, tale". All of these related meanings are relevant to the Katha Upanishad.<br><br>The text presents Death as the Teacher and features a dialogue between an aspiring disciple, Nachiketas, the boy and a central character, and the Ruler of Death regarding the great Hereafter. It has two Adhyayas (chapters), each with three Valiis (sections), thus a total of six Vallis.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". ( Summary by Jothi) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/katha-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br katha upanishad one 11 principal upanishads chronology contested fifth century bce 1st millennium bce br br katha sanskrit कठ literally means distress katha upanishad uses words symbolically embed creatively multiple meanings example closely pronounced word katha sanskrit कथ literally means story legend conversation speech tale related meanings relevant katha upanishad br br the text presents death teacher features dialogue aspiring disciple nachiketas boy central character ruler death regarding great hereafter two adhyayas chapters three valiis sections thus total six vallis br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9106 |
9733 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 03, Nov. 18, 1879 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Short works, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, and more for children. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle</p>\nAdditional Proof-listening: Sonia </p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-03-nov-18-1879-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork children published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p additional proof listening sonia p |
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9092 |
9719 |
Thoughts on the Death Penalty |
Charles C. Burleigh |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This 1845 publication, written by a prominent reformer of the day, argues against capital punishment from several perspectives, including historical, philosophical and biblical arguments. It is broken into 3 chapters: Expediency, Justice, and Sacred Scriptures (although it has Scripture references peppered throughout). Burleigh frequently references and argues against George B. Cheever, a prominent death penalty advocate of the time.<br /><br />"If it shall thus be the means of helping on in a humble way the progress of that humane reform whose principles it advocates; and of hastening, however little, the coming of that time, when the penal statutes of a "christian" and "civilized people," shall have ceased to be written in blood, I shall be richly repaid for the time and labor spent upon this task." (Summary by TriciaG and from the preface) |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/thoughts-on-the-death-penalty-by-charles-c-burleigh/ |
1845 publication written prominent reformer day argues capital punishment several perspectives including historical philosophical biblical arguments broken 3 chapters expediency justice sacred scriptures although scripture references peppered throughout burleigh frequently references argues george b cheever prominent death penalty advocate time br br if shall thus means helping humble way progress humane reform whose principles advocates hastening however little coming time penal statutes christian civilized people shall ceased written blood shall richly repaid time labor spent upon task summary triciag preface |
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9093 |
9720 |
Minor Works of St Teresa of Avila |
Saint Teresa of Avila |
Christianity - Other |
The prayer and Exclamations, or Meditations, of St Teresa of Avila, recorded in honor of the 500th anniversary of the Saint's birth (March 28, 2015). - Summary by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-minor-works-of-st-teresa-of-avila-by-saint-teresa-of-avila/ |
prayer exclamations meditations st teresa avila recorded honor 500th anniversary saint s birth march 28 2015 summary ann boulais p |
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9094 |
9721 |
Homo sapiens - Romantrilogie |
Stanisław Przybyszewski |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Im Mittelpunkt der drei Romane stehen die vielfältigen (Liebes-)Beziehungen des Schriftstellers Erik Falk. Durch sie vermittelt uns der Autor Einblicke in die moralischen Ansichten des augehenden neunzehnten Jahrhunderts, die aber weitgehend auch noch heute Bestand haben.</p>\nEingebettet in die Handliung finden wir zahlreiche Beschreibungen der damaligen politischen, sozialen und kulturellen Verhältnisse sowie Hinweise zum Stand der Wissenschaften. Auch werden weltanschauliche Ansichten (philosophisch und religiös) der damaligen Zeit gut reflektiert.</p>\nDer Held der Romane kann – je nach der Lebensauffassung des Lesers – sowohl positiv als auch negativ gesehen werden. (immerhin bleiben einige Leute auf der Strecke)</p>\nDer Titel „Homo Sapiens“ soll Hinweise auf die besondere Stellung des Menschen - „eine(r) höhere(n) Gattung vom Affen“ - unter den Lebewesen geben, der einerseits beherrscht wird von den Naturtrieben, mit diesen aber auf Grund der Fähigkeit, sich in gesellschaftliche Verhältnisse zu integrieren sowie sein eigenes Leben reflektieren zu können, immer wieder in Konflikte gerät. - Summary by Friedrich</p> |
German |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/homo-sapiens-romantrilogie-by-stanislaw-przybyszewski/ |
im mittelpunkt der drei romane stehen die vielfältigen liebes beziehungen des schriftstellers erik falk durch sie vermittelt uns der autor einblicke die moralischen ansichten des augehenden neunzehnten jahrhunderts die aber weitgehend auch noch heute bestand haben p eingebettet die handliung finden wir zahlreiche beschreibungen der damaligen politischen sozialen und kulturellen verhältnisse sowie hinweise zum stand der wissenschaften auch werden weltanschauliche ansichten philosophisch und religiös der damaligen zeit gut reflektiert p der held der romane kann je nach der lebensauffassung des lesers sowohl positiv als auch negativ gesehen werden immerhin bleiben einige leute auf der strecke p der titel homo sapiens soll hinweise auf die besondere stellung des menschen eine r höhere n gattung vom affen unter den lebewesen geben der einerseits beherrscht wird von den naturtrieben mit diesen aber auf grund der fähigkeit sich gesellschaftliche verhältnisse zu integrieren sowie sein eigenes leben reflektieren zu können immer wieder konflikte gerät summary friedrich p |
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9095 |
9722 |
Return of Sherlock Holmes (Version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Literary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The book was first published in February 1905 by McClure, Phillips & Co. (New York) then on March 7, 1905 by Georges Newnes, Ltd. (London) and was the first Holmes collection since 1893, when Holmes had "died" in The Final Problem. Having published The Hound of the Baskervilles in 1901–1902 (setting it before Holmes' death) Doyle came under intense pressure to revive his famous character.</p>\n\nThe first story is set in 1894 and has Holmes returning in London and explaining the period from 1891–94, a period called "The Great Hiatus" by Sherlockian enthusiasts. Also of note is Watson's statement in the last story of the cycle that Holmes has retired, and forbids him to publish any more stories. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-sherlock-holmes-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-2/ |
book first published february 1905 mcclure phillips co new york march 7 1905 georges newnes ltd london first holmes collection since 1893 holmes died final problem published hound baskervilles 1901 1902 setting holmes death doyle came intense pressure revive famous character p first story set 1894 holmes returning london explaining period 1891 94 period called the great hiatus sherlockian enthusiasts also note watson s statement last story cycle holmes retired forbids publish stories summary wikipedia p |
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9096 |
9723 |
First Lensman |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
The Secret Planet.\nNo human had ever landed on the hidden planet of Arisia. A mysterious space barrier turned back both men and ships. Then the word came to Earth, "Go to Arisia!", Virgil Samms of the Galactic Patrol went--and came back with the Lens, the strange device that gave its wearer powers no man had ever possessed before. Samms knew the price of that power would be high. But even he had no idea of the ultimate cost, and the weird destiny waiting for the First Lensman.</p>\n\nFirst Lensman is the sequel to Triplanetary, and the second book of E.E. "Doc" Smith's classic Lensman series. (from the original book cover and Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/first-lensman-by-e-e-smith/ |
secret planet human ever landed hidden planet arisia mysterious space barrier turned back men ships word came earth go arisia virgil samms galactic patrol went and came back lens strange device gave wearer powers man ever possessed before samms knew price power would high even idea ultimate cost weird destiny waiting first lensman p first lensman sequel triplanetary second book e e doc smith s classic lensman series from original book cover mark nelson p |
| 9155 |
9097 |
9724 |
Selected Essays of Samuel Johnson |
Samuel Johnson |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a volume of selected essays by "the great master of reason" Samuel Johnson. The most famous exerpts from The Rambler, The Adventurer and The Idler are included, covering a vast range of topics. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/selected-essays-of-samuel-johnson-by-samuel-johnson/ |
volume selected essays the great master reason samuel johnson famous exerpts rambler adventurer idler included covering vast range topics summary carolin p |
| 9156 |
9098 |
9725 |
Poems of Optimism |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of Poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. The topic of this volume is "optimism". - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-optimism-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poems ella wheeler wilcox topic volume optimism summary carolin p |
| 9157 |
9129 |
9756 |
On the Sight of a Skull |
Mary Mollineux |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Mary Mollineux (born Mary Southworth) was probably the daughter of Catholic parents who converted to Quakerism, differed from many of her Quaker contemporaries because of an early education in Latin, Greek, science, and arithmetic. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-sight-of-a-skull-by-mary-mollineux/ |
mary mollineux born mary southworth probably daughter catholic parents converted quakerism differed many quaker contemporaries early education latin greek science arithmetic summary wikipedia p |
| 9158 |
9099 |
9726 |
Kitchen Cat and Other Stories |
Amy Walton |
Single Author Collections |
These are three stories that will delight your heart and soul. The little girl Ruth in the first story is very privileged young lady with everything she could wish for except,of course, for companionship. Her mother has passed away and her father is a very busy lawyer who barely notices she is there. But then Ruth finds a scruffy, skinny and mostly ugly cat; the cat who lives in the kitchen and cellars,hence The Kitchen Cat. Her attempts to befriend this stray despite insurmountable obstsacles make this story a really heart warming tale. She does eventually find the best kind of companionship but I won't tell you with who or when. Sarah's Sunday Out is the tale of a pampered little dog who wants to see the world and finally The Toad in the Hole is the tale of a somewhat selfish little girl and her lesson in seeing things from anothers' point of view. All are bitter sweet and all are delightful. You will be glad you listened to them. I know I'm glad I read them. </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-kitchen-cat-and-other-stories-by-amy-walton/ |
three stories delight heart soul little girl ruth first story privileged young lady everything could wish except of course companionship mother passed away father busy lawyer barely notices there ruth finds scruffy skinny mostly ugly cat cat lives kitchen cellars hence kitchen cat attempts befriend stray despite insurmountable obstsacles make story really heart warming tale eventually find best kind companionship tell when sarah s sunday tale pampered little dog wants see world finally toad hole tale somewhat selfish little girl lesson seeing things anothers point view bitter sweet delightful glad listened them know i m glad read them p |
| 9159 |
9100 |
9727 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 038 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include bedside books, South African cookery, Bryce canyon, Wilhelm Stekel's psychology, the Theologia Germanica, Paracelsus, John Donne, Cotton Mather, Julia Smith's translation of the Bible, Zen Buddhism, American immigrants, slavery, Joseph Crosby Lincoln, Oscar Wilde, Albert Einstein, and cats.<br><br>"Cats and Their Care" was edited by Liberty Hyde Bailey. "Looking Backward" was translated by Samuel Aaron Tannenbaum. "The Collector" was translated by Rosalie Gabler. "Thelogia Germanica" was translated by Susanna Winkworth. (summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-038-by-various |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include bedside books south african cookery bryce canyon wilhelm stekel s psychology theologia germanica paracelsus john donne cotton mather julia smith s translation bible zen buddhism american immigrants slavery joseph crosby lincoln oscar wilde albert einstein cats br br cats care edited liberty hyde bailey looking backward translated samuel aaron tannenbaum the collector translated rosalie gabler thelogia germanica translated susanna winkworth summary sue anderson br br |
| 9160 |
9101 |
9728 |
Defence of the Bride and Other Poems |
Anna Katharine Green |
Poetry |
Anna Katharine Green is now best-known for her popular mystery and detective stories, but she also wrote some excellent poetry. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-defence-of-the-bride-and-other-poems-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green best known popular mystery detective stories also wrote excellent poetry summary carolin p |
| 9161 |
9102 |
9729 |
From Distant Shores |
Mary Electa Adams |
Poetry |
This is a small volume of poems by Canadian women's rights activist and educator Mary Adams. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/from-distant-shores-by-mary-electa-adams/ |
small volume poems canadian women s rights activist educator mary adams summary carolin p |
| 9162 |
9103 |
9730 |
Märchen von Charles Perrault |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Viele der Märchen von Charles Perrault sind sehr bekannt - allerdings unter dem Namen der Brüder Grimm, die sie vielleicht von der berühmten Viehmännin, einer Kaufmannsfrau mit hugenottischen Wurzeln, erzählt bekommen haben. Perraults Versionen sind gut 100 Jahre älter und auch sie gehen auf ältere Quellen zurück. Eine Ausgabe der "Blauen Bibliothek aller Nationen", aus der diese Übersetzung von 1790 stammt, stand auch in der Bibliothek der Grimms. - Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus</p> |
German |
1790 |
https://librivox.org/maerchen-von-charles-perrault-by-charles-perrault/ |
viele der märchen von charles perrault sind sehr bekannt allerdings unter dem namen der brüder grimm die sie vielleicht von der berühmten viehmännin einer kaufmannsfrau mit hugenottischen wurzeln erzählt bekommen haben perraults versionen sind gut 100 jahre älter und auch sie gehen auf ältere quellen zurück eine ausgabe der blauen bibliothek aller nationen aus der diese übersetzung von 1790 stammt stand auch der bibliothek der grimms zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 9163 |
9104 |
9731 |
Mary Louise (Version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
L. Frank Baum |
Family, School |
Mary Louise is a girl who lives with her mother and grandfather. Ever since she was small, every little while they have had to pack up and move. Why? What is the secret about her grandfather? Summary by Esther ben Simonides.\n<br><br><b>Dramatis Personæ:</b><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Jennie Allen, Hannah Conant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Mable Westervelt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9935">graciebelle010</a><br>Dorothy Knerr, Beatrice Burrows, Telephone Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>Sue Finley, Sarah Judd, Josie O'Gorman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Mary Louise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Colonel Weatherby, James J. Hathaway: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Uncle Eben: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>Secret Service Agent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9572">Ryan Cooley</a><br>Lina Darrow, Agatha Lord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Miss Stearne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Watson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10174">Matthew Travers</a><br>John O'Gorman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10178">Bill</a><br>Peter Conant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Irene MacFarlane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerlow</a><br>Bill Coombs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10146">Andrew Travers</a><br>Bub Grigger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Nan Shelley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mary-louise-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
mary louise girl lives mother grandfather ever since small every little pack move why secret grandfather summary esther ben simonides br br b dramatis personæ b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br jennie allen hannah conant a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br mable westervelt a href https librivox org reader 9935 graciebelle010 a br dorothy knerr beatrice burrows telephone girl a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br sue finley sarah judd josie o gorman a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br mary louise a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br colonel weatherby james j hathaway a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br uncle eben a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br secret service agent a href https librivox org reader 9572 ryan cooley a br lina darrow agatha lord a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br miss stearne a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr watson a href https librivox org reader 10174 matthew travers a br john o gorman a href https librivox org reader 10178 bill a br peter conant a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br irene macfarlane a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerlow a br bill coombs a href https librivox org reader 10146 andrew travers a br bub grigger a href https librivox org reader 10031 rupert holliday a br nan shelley a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br |
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9105 |
9732 |
Fantasy, Faeries and Ghosts |
Various |
Fantasy Fiction |
In this collection three of the original titans in the field of fantasy literature (Edgar Allan Poe, George MacDonald, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) take you on a magical guided tour of fairyland and adjoining countries and introduce you to whimsical, strange and even scary encounters and adventures with inhabitants such as good and bad fairies, ghosts and even the Devil. The stories included are “Cross Purposes” “The Carasoyn” “Bon-Bon” “The Child That Went With The Fairies” “Madam Crowl’s Ghost” and as an added bonus the beautiful (and cautionary) fairy poem “Queen Mab” by Thomas Hood. Summary by kadath9969</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fantasy-faeries-and-ghosts-by-various/ |
collection three original titans field fantasy literature edgar allan poe george macdonald joseph sheridan le fanu take magical guided tour fairyland adjoining countries introduce whimsical strange even scary encounters adventures inhabitants good bad fairies ghosts even devil stories included cross purposes the carasoyn bon bon the child went fairies madam crowl s ghost added bonus beautiful and cautionary fairy poem queen mab thomas hood summary kadath9969 p |
| 9165 |
9107 |
9734 |
Triumph of the Egg: A Book of Impressions from American Life In Tales and Poems |
Sherwood Anderson |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
<p>“The Triumph of the Egg” is a collection of stories and poems by Sherwood Anderson. Abandoning the interconnected quality of his more famous “Winesburg, Ohio,” the author adopts a variety of perspectives and settings while exploring similar themes: personal growth, disillusionment, loneliness, and urban-rural contrast. In the North American Review, critic Lawrence Gilman wrote, “Mr. Anderson has achieved a beauty that irradiates his page.” Though largely overshadowed by that celebrated, earlier book, “The Triumph of the Egg” remains a foundational work for Modernist literature, proven by its winning the first annual Dial Award from the influential journal The Dial.<p>\n<p>\nNOTE TO LISTENERS: The second story in this collection, “I Want to Know Why,” contains language that may be offensive.<p>\n(summary by Ben Adams)<p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-triumph-of-the-egg-a-book-of-impressions-from-american-life-in-tales-and-poems-by-sherwood-anderson/ |
p the triumph egg collection stories poems sherwood anderson abandoning interconnected quality famous winesburg ohio author adopts variety perspectives settings exploring similar themes personal growth disillusionment loneliness urban rural contrast north american review critic lawrence gilman wrote mr anderson achieved beauty irradiates page though largely overshadowed celebrated earlier book the triumph egg remains foundational work modernist literature proven winning first annual dial award influential journal dial p p note listeners second story collection i want know why contains language may offensive p summary ben adams p |
| 9166 |
9108 |
9735 |
Fighting the Flames |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Historical, Religion |
Frank Willders is a brave young member of the London Fire Brigade - Willie is his mischievous but helpful younger brother. The two of them encounter a cast of unforgettable characters as Frank and his companions perform heroic rescues and fight the never-ending battle against the flames. Meanwhile the mysterious and sinister Gorman is hatching dark plots, lovely Emma Ward has set Willie’s heart on fire, and Mrs. Denman can’t forgive the courageous fireman who carried her out of a burning building <i>in her nightclothes</i>! All these and more come together in a rousing adventure and inspiring story you won't soon forget. (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/fighting-the-flames-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
frank willders brave young member london fire brigade willie mischievous helpful younger brother two encounter cast unforgettable characters frank companions perform heroic rescues fight never ending battle flames meanwhile mysterious sinister gorman hatching dark plots lovely emma ward set willie s heart fire mrs denman can t forgive courageous fireman carried burning building i in nightclothes i come together rousing adventure inspiring story soon forget summary rachel p |
| 9167 |
9109 |
9736 |
Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 4 |
Giorgio Vasari |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
The Lives of the Most Excellent Italian Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, from Cimabue to Our Times, or Le Vite de' più eccellenti pittori, scultori, e architettori da Cimabue insino a' tempi nostri, as it was originally known in Italian, is a series of artist biographies written by 16th-century Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari, which is considered "perhaps the most famous, and even today the most-read work of the older literature of art", "some of the Italian Renaissance's most influential writing on art", and "the first important book on art history". The title is often abridged to the Vite or the Lives. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-4-by-giorgio-vasari/ |
lives excellent italian painters sculptors architects cimabue times le vite de più eccellenti pittori scultori e architettori da cimabue insino a tempi nostri originally known italian series artist biographies written 16th century italian painter architect giorgio vasari considered perhaps famous even today most read work older literature art some italian renaissance s influential writing art the first important book art history title often abridged vite lives summary wikipedia p |
| 9168 |
9110 |
9737 |
Tusculan Disputations |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Philosophy, Ancient |
Tusculan Disputations (Latin: TUSCULANARUM DISPUTATIONUM) is divided into five books which discuss death, pain, grief, perturbations and virtue. At issue is whether wise people can always be happy regardless of the apparent evil that fortune throws in their way. Andrew Peabody says the A. and M. in the text may stand for Auditor, Adolescens, Atticus or Aulus and Marcus or Magister. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero. Translated by Charles Duke Yonge. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/tusculan-disputations-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
tusculan disputations latin tusculanarum disputationum divided five books discuss death pain grief perturbations virtue issue whether wise people always happy regardless apparent evil fortune throws way andrew peabody says a m text may stand auditor adolescens atticus aulus marcus magister written marcus tullius cicero translated charles duke yonge summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 9169 |
9111 |
9738 |
Three Little Kittens |
Katharine Pyle |
Animals & Nature |
Jazbury, Yowler and Fluffy are three brave and curious kittens craving adventure. Join them as they accidentally venture into the woods and courageously face off against dogs, rats and strange people. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/three-little-kittens-by-katharine-pyle/ |
jazbury yowler fluffy three brave curious kittens craving adventure join accidentally venture woods courageously face dogs rats strange people summary mary kay p |
| 9170 |
9112 |
9739 |
Handbook to the Rivers and Broads of Norfolk & Suffolk |
George Christopher Davies |
Travel & Geography |
The Broads are Britain's largest protected wetland and are home to a wealth of wildlife, especially fish and birdlife. They comprise a network of mostly navigable rivers and lakes in the English counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. The lakes (or broads) were originally formed by the gradual natural flooding of medieval peat excavations and cover an area of some 303 square kilometres (117 sq mi).<br><br>\nThe rivers and broads subsequently evolved to become a system of water-highways linking the City of Norwich and other inland towns such as, Beccles, Belaugh and Barton with the sea-ports of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. This is also where the unique Norfolk Wherry, with its shallow draught and distinctive gaff rig with a single, high-peaked sail carried goods and passengers around the Broads area.<br<br>The Broads have also been a boating holiday destination since the late 19th century and this book is a record of a two week waterborne holiday taken by the author and a friend at the turn of the last century.<br><br>\nSo, join me if you will, on an auditory cruise around these unique waterways through expansive landscapes under wide open skies. - Summary by Wikipedia and TND</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-handbook-to-the-rivers-and-broads-of-norfolk-suffolk-by-george-christopher-davies/ |
broads britain s largest protected wetland home wealth wildlife especially fish birdlife comprise network mostly navigable rivers lakes english counties norfolk suffolk lakes or broads originally formed gradual natural flooding medieval peat excavations cover area 303 square kilometres 117 sq mi br br rivers broads subsequently evolved become system water highways linking city norwich inland towns as beccles belaugh barton sea ports great yarmouth lowestoft also unique norfolk wherry shallow draught distinctive gaff rig single high peaked sail carried goods passengers around broads area br br the broads also boating holiday destination since late 19th century book record two week waterborne holiday taken author friend turn last century br br so join will auditory cruise around unique waterways expansive landscapes wide open skies summary wikipedia tnd p |
| 9171 |
9130 |
9757 |
Dog's Book of Verse |
J. Earl Clauson |
Anthologies |
It is not surprising that dogs, beloved by so many, have received many poetic tributes throughout history. Here the author has gathered together short verses celebrating dogs. From the well-known poets to the less-known, each verse honors our canine friends. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-dogs-book-of-verse-by-j-earl-clauson/ |
surprising dogs beloved many received many poetic tributes throughout history author gathered together short verses celebrating dogs well known poets less known verse honors canine friends summary larry wilson p |
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9113 |
9740 |
Tale of Dickie Deer Mouse |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
"All the four-footed folk in the neighborhood agreed that Dickie Deer Mouse was well worth knowing. Throughout Pleasant Valley there was no one else so gentle as he . . . He was always tastefully dressed in fawn color and white. And except sometimes in the spring, when he needed a new coat, he was a real joy to see. For he both looked and acted like a well-bred little person."<br><br>In one of Bailey's "Sleepy-Time Tales", we follow a polite little mouse called Dickie as he hunts for a summer home, finds food, and avoids various predators. But winter is coming, and Dickie must look for a cozy place to sleep. He then makes a slight mistake, with results that could be disastrous -- or not. In this recording the voice of Dickie is read by five-year-old SuperCoconut, while her older sister narrates and reads the other characters. (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-dickie-deer-mouse-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
all four footed folk neighborhood agreed dickie deer mouse well worth knowing throughout pleasant valley one else gentle always tastefully dressed fawn color white except sometimes spring needed new coat real joy see looked acted like well bred little person br br in one bailey s sleepy time tales follow polite little mouse called dickie hunts summer home finds food avoids various predators winter coming dickie must look cozy place sleep makes slight mistake results could disastrous not recording voice dickie read five year old supercoconut older sister narrates reads characters summary rachel p |
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9114 |
9741 |
Short Stories for Short People |
Alicia Stuart Aspinwall |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of short stories by Alicia Aspinwall. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-for-short-people-by-alicia-stuart-aspinwall/ |
collection short stories alicia aspinwall summary carolin p |
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9115 |
9742 |
Mundaka Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads.<br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>The Mundaka-Upanishad is embedded inside the Atharva-vedha. Mundaka (Sanskrit: मुण्डक) literally means "shaved (as in shaved head)". The word as title of the Upanishad possibly refers to "knowledge that shaves, or liberates, one of errors and ignorance". It is a poetic verse style Upanishad, with 64 verses, written in the form of mantras. However, these mantras are not used in rituals, rather they are used for teaching and meditation on spiritual knowledge. It contains three Mundakams (parts), each with two sections.<br><br>This Upanishad is considered post-Buddhist, the exact chronology is unclear. <br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/mundaka-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br the mundaka upanishad embedded inside atharva vedha mundaka sanskrit म ण डक literally means shaved as shaved head word title upanishad possibly refers knowledge shaves liberates one errors ignorance poetic verse style upanishad 64 verses written form mantras however mantras used rituals rather used teaching meditation spiritual knowledge contains three mundakams parts two sections br br this upanishad considered post buddhist exact chronology unclear br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9116 |
9743 |
Spring Song of the Swallow |
Marietta Holley |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Librivox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of "Spring Song of the Swallow", by Marietta Holley (better known as Josiah Allen's Wife). This was the weekly poem for March 22-29, in honour of spring 2015! - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/spring-song-of-the-swallow-by-marietta-holley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings spring song swallow marietta holley better known josiah allen s wife weekly poem march 22 29 honour spring 2015 summary rachel p |
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9117 |
9744 |
Crome Yellow, Version 2 |
Aldous Huxley |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction, Satire |
Fascinating and brilliant at many levels, Huxley's spoof of Lady Ottoline Morrell's famous bohemian gatherings is difficult to categorize. The ironic tone and caricaturish rendering of some characters makes it partly entertaining satire, but intertwined with the irony are a very human love story and much poignant social commentary. Denis Stone (Huxley himself) is a young poet hopelessly enamored of the languid Anne Wimbush, who comes to Priscilla Wimbush's Crome estate for several weeks of intellectual and artistic escape. Along the way of his love affair, he engages in or eavesdrops upon conversations with other guests about the War, about eschatology, about future society, about Sex, about Art, about Love. Several of these dialogues directly foreshadow themes of Huxley's later dystopian masterpiece, Brave New World. Others show a tragic prescience of another great European war on its way, an awareness that future tragedy might attempt to complete the unfinished business of the recent Great War. Huxley's first novel, Crome Yellow is well worth reading in its own right, while containing embryonic forms of so much of Huxley's later intellectual themes. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/crome-yellow-by-aldous-huxley-2/ |
fascinating brilliant many levels huxley s spoof lady ottoline morrell s famous bohemian gatherings difficult categorize ironic tone caricaturish rendering characters makes partly entertaining satire intertwined irony human love story much poignant social commentary denis stone huxley himself young poet hopelessly enamored languid anne wimbush comes priscilla wimbush s crome estate several weeks intellectual artistic escape along way love affair engages eavesdrops upon conversations guests war eschatology future society sex art love several dialogues directly foreshadow themes huxley s later dystopian masterpiece brave new world others show tragic prescience another great european war way awareness future tragedy might attempt complete unfinished business recent great war huxley s first novel crome yellow well worth reading right containing embryonic forms much huxley s later intellectual themes summary expatriate p |
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9118 |
9745 |
Fire People |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
In effect Professor Newland declared that the curious astronomical phenomena of the previous November--the new "stars" observed, the two meteors that had fallen with their red and green light-fire--were all evidence of the existence of intelligent life on the planet Mercury.\n(An excerpt from chapter 1. )</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-fire-people-by-ray-cummings/ |
effect professor newland declared curious astronomical phenomena previous november the new stars observed two meteors fallen red green light fire were evidence existence intelligent life planet mercury an excerpt chapter 1 p |
| 9178 |
9119 |
9746 |
שבעה סיפורים Seven Stories |
יוסף חיים ברנר Yosef Haim Brenner |
Published 1900 onward |
<p dir="rtl">יוסף חיים ברנר יליד 1881 בנוביה מליני, היום אוקראינה, עלה ארצה בשנת 1909 ונרצח ביפו על ידי ערבים במאורעות תרפ"א (1921). היה מחלוצי הספרות העברית. המודרנית. בהקלטה הנוכחית מוגשים שבעה מסיפוריו המוקדמים.</p>Yosef Haim Brenner was born in 1881 in what is now the Ukraine. He emigrated to Palestine in 1909 and was killed by Arabs in 1921 during the Jaffa riots. Brenner was one of the pioneers of modern Hebrew literature. The present recording contains seven of his early stories. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau) |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-yosef-haim-brenner/ |
p dir rtl יוסף חיים ברנר יליד 1881 בנוביה מליני היום אוקראינה עלה ארצה בשנת 1909 ונרצח ביפו על ידי ערבים במאורעות תרפ א 1921 היה מחלוצי הספרות העברית המודרנית בהקלטה הנוכחית מוגשים שבעה מסיפוריו המוקדמים p yosef haim brenner born 1881 ukraine emigrated palestine 1909 killed arabs 1921 jaffa riots brenner one pioneers modern hebrew literature present recording contains seven early stories summary wikipedia omri lernau |
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11045 |
11706 |
Terror: A Mystery |
Arthur Machen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
In rural England during the time of war, a rash of unsolved murders spawns conspiracy theories, paranoia, and fear as they search for a culprit, an explanation, and an end to the terror. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-terror-a-mystery-by-arthur-machen/ |
rural england time war rash unsolved murders spawns conspiracy theories paranoia fear search culprit explanation end terror summary a gramour |
| 9180 |
9120 |
9747 |
Eugénie Grandet |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
<i>Eugénie Grandet</i>, first published in 1833, is one of Honoré de Balzac's finest novels, and one of the first works in what would become his large novel series titled <i>La Comédie Humaine.</i> Set in a provincial town in post-Revolutionary France, the story deals with money, avarice, love, and obsession. A wealthy old miser must manage the passion of his innocent daughter, who later has to navigate on her own the treacherous ways of a world in which money is "the only god." Balzac's meticulous use of psychological and physical detail influenced the development of 19th-century literary realism, in the hands of writers such as Dickens, Dostoyevsky, Flaubert, and Henry James. - Summary by Bruce Pirie</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/eugenie-grandet-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
i eugénie grandet i first published 1833 one honoré de balzac s finest novels one first works would become large novel series titled i la comédie humaine i set provincial town post revolutionary france story deals money avarice love obsession wealthy old miser must manage passion innocent daughter later navigate treacherous ways world money the god balzac s meticulous use psychological physical detail influenced development 19th century literary realism hands writers dickens dostoyevsky flaubert henry james summary bruce pirie p |
| 9181 |
9121 |
9748 |
Columbus of Space |
Garrett P. Serviss |
Science Fiction |
A classic science fiction adventure in the style of and dedicated to the readers of Jules Verne. An independent scientist discovers the secret of “inter-atomic energy”, and with it builds a craft which carries himself and three friends to Venus, where they discover the dwellers of the dark side, incredible floating cities, and peril at every turn. (Summary by Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-columbus-of-space-by-garrett-p-serviss/ |
classic science fiction adventure style dedicated readers jules verne independent scientist discovers secret inter atomic energy builds craft carries three friends venus discover dwellers dark side incredible floating cities peril every turn summary mark nelson p |
| 9182 |
9122 |
9749 |
Tale of Two Cities (version 4) |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction |
A small group of people become embroiled in the tumultuous events of the French Revolution. - Summary by Brad Filippone</p> |
English |
2004 |
https://librivox.org/a-tale-of-two-cities-version-4-by-charles-dickens/ |
small group people become embroiled tumultuous events french revolution summary brad filippone p |
| 9183 |
9123 |
9750 |
Letter Of Credit |
Susan Warner |
Religious Fiction |
<br>"Rotha is a poor American girl who has to see both her parents die. All that time, she is comforted by an English friend of the family, Mr. Digby-Southwode. Mr. Digby-Southwode thinks he does the right thing by committing Rotha to the care of her wealthy aunt, a woman who wronged her mother and robbed her of her rightful fortune, while he returns to England to nurse his dying father. Would the wealthy aunt treat Rotha as she treated her mother or is there a chance for redemption? And would Mr. Digby-Southwode ever return to America and see Rotha again? The book is very modern in tone. - Summary by Stav Nisser<br>\nProof-listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">Fiddlesticks</a><br> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-letter-of-credit-by-susan-warner/ |
br rotha poor american girl see parents die time comforted english friend family mr digby southwode mr digby southwode thinks right thing committing rotha care wealthy aunt woman wronged mother robbed rightful fortune returns england nurse dying father would wealthy aunt treat rotha treated mother chance redemption would mr digby southwode ever return america see rotha again book modern tone summary stav nisser br proof listened a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a a href https librivox org reader 7730 fiddlesticks a br |
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9124 |
9751 |
Honeymoon in Space |
George Griffith |
Science Fiction |
Miss Lilla Zaidie Rennick is on a trans-Atlantic trip to England, she is supposed to marry Marquis of Byfleet, son of the Duke of Duncaster in a month's time. But her plans are about to change when Lord Redgrave comes along side in the Astronef, a man whom she has not seen for two years. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-honeymoon-in-space-by-george-griffith/ |
miss lilla zaidie rennick trans atlantic trip england supposed marry marquis byfleet son duke duncaster month s time plans change lord redgrave comes along side astronef man seen two years ann boulais p |
| 9185 |
9125 |
9752 |
Roos van Dekama |
Jacob van Lennep |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Verhaal over de zeden en gewoonten in de middeleeuwen verteld aan de hand van de vrijheidsstrijd van de Friezen tegen de Hollanders in 1341. Maar het is meer dan alleen maar een spannende ridderroman:\n\nWie op de fantastische schildering van exceptioneele personen belust is, zooals de hedendaagsche literatuur onzer naburen die meestal aanbiedt, zal zich bedrogen vinden: hij zal hier slechts menschen aantreffen, zooals zij nog heden ten dage zijn, met hun goede en slechte hoedanigheden, met hun driften en hartstochten,--maar gewijzigd naar de denkbeelden, zeden en gebruiken van den tijd. Maar hij zal, na het ten einde brengen dezer bladeren, de waarheid daarin bevestigd vinden der stelling, dat, zoo niet al het goede op deze wereld zijn loon noch het kwade zijn straf ontmoet, diegene ten minste, die zich laat overmeesteren door eenigen hartstocht, al ware die zelfs uit zijn oorsprong te billijken, altijd zal achterstaan bij hem, die, uit welk beginsel dan ook, de omstandigheden niet vooruitloopt, zijn gemoedskalmte bewaart, en, gelijk de schrijver zich uitdrukt, aan wien wij ons motto ontleenen: Wacht en stille sitt. (Jacob van Lennep) |
Dutch |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/de-roos-van-dekama-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
verhaal de zeden en gewoonten de middeleeuwen verteld aan de hand van de vrijheidsstrijd van de friezen tegen de hollanders 1341 maar het meer dan alleen maar een spannende ridderroman wie op de fantastische schildering van exceptioneele personen belust is zooals de hedendaagsche literatuur onzer naburen die meestal aanbiedt zal zich bedrogen vinden hij zal hier slechts menschen aantreffen zooals zij nog heden ten dage zijn met hun goede en slechte hoedanigheden met hun driften en hartstochten maar gewijzigd naar de denkbeelden zeden en gebruiken van den tijd maar hij zal na het ten einde brengen dezer bladeren de waarheid daarin bevestigd vinden der stelling dat zoo niet al het goede op deze wereld zijn loon noch het kwade zijn straf ontmoet diegene ten minste die zich laat overmeesteren door eenigen hartstocht al ware die zelfs uit zijn oorsprong te billijken altijd zal achterstaan bij hem die uit welk beginsel dan ook de omstandigheden niet vooruitloopt zijn gemoedskalmte bewaart en gelijk de schrijver zich uitdrukt aan wien wij ons motto ontleenen wacht en stille sitt jacob van lennep |
| 9186 |
9126 |
9753 |
Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry |
William Butler Yeats |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of Fairy and Folk tales. The poet William Butler Yeats collected them from around the Western part of Ireland and translated them near the end of the 1800s. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-and-folk-tales-of-the-irish-peasantry-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
collection fairy folk tales poet william butler yeats collected around western part ireland translated near end 1800s summary michele eaton |
| 9187 |
9127 |
9754 |
Bible (DBY) NT 04: John |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-04-john-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
| 9188 |
9128 |
9755 |
Wedlock |
Jenny Grahame |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem is taken from A Book of Women’s Verse published in 1921. ( Summary by David Lawrence )</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/wedlock-by-jenny-grahame/ |
poem taken book women s verse published 1921 summary david lawrence p |
| 9189 |
9131 |
9758 |
Bee-Master of Warrilow |
Tickner Edwardes |
Nature |
<em>"Is it true that a bee can only sting once?" I asked him, as he bent again over the crocus beds.\n<br/><br/>\nHe laughed.\n<br/><br/>\n"What would be the good of a sword to a soldier," he said, "if only one blow could be struck with it? It is certainly true that the bee does not usually sting a second time, but that is only because you are too hasty with her. ...But now watch how the thing works naturally."\n<br/><br/>\nA bee had settled on his hand as he was speaking. He closed his fingers gently over it, and forced it to sting.\n<br/><br/>\n"Now," he continued, quite unconcernedly, "look what really happens..." </em>(from The Bee-Master of Warrilow)\n<br/><br/>\nThe Bee-Master of Warrilow, steeped from his earliest years in the lore of his bee-keeping forefathers, is a guardian of the English bee-garden life and of the fascinating creature that is the honey bee. (Summary by Steve C) <br/><br/> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-bee-master-of-warrilow-by-tickner-edwardes/ |
em is true bee sting once asked him bent crocus beds br br laughed br br what would good sword soldier said if one blow could struck it certainly true bee usually sting second time hasty her but watch thing works naturally br br bee settled hand speaking closed fingers gently it forced sting br br now continued quite unconcernedly look really happens em from bee master warrilow br br bee master warrilow steeped earliest years lore bee keeping forefathers guardian english bee garden life fascinating creature honey bee summary steve c br br |
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9132 |
9759 |
Options |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
O. Henry needs no introduction of course; the man who made the short story with the surprise ending famous. These 16 stories are all wonderful examples of his word sculpting art. They include: "The Rose of Dixie"; The Third Ingredient; The Hiding of Black Bill; Schools and Schools; Thimble, Thimble; Supply and Demand; Buried Treasure; To Him Who Waits; He Also Serves; The Moment of Victory; The Head-Hunter; No Story; The Higher Pragmatism; Best-Seller; Rus in Urbe; A Poor Rule - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/options-by-o-henry/ |
o henry needs introduction course man made short story surprise ending famous 16 stories wonderful examples word sculpting art include the rose dixie third ingredient hiding black bill schools schools thimble thimble supply demand buried treasure waits also serves moment victory head hunter story higher pragmatism best seller rus urbe poor rule summary phil chenevert p |
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9133 |
9760 |
Tales of English Minsters: Hereford |
Elizabeth W. Grierson |
History |
This short book was originally written for children, though adults will also find it worthwhile. It tells interesting history of Hereford in western England, its cathedral, and its people. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-english-minsters-hereford-by-elizabeth-w-grierson/ |
short book originally written children though adults also find worthwhile tells interesting history hereford western england cathedral people summary david wales p |
| 9192 |
9134 |
9761 |
Rilla of Ingleside (version 3 Dramatic reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Dramatic Readings, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Anne of Green Gables is all grown up and married, and this is the story of her daughter “Rilla”, named for the indomitable Marilla Cuthbert of Anne’s childhood. The young Rilla will need all her strength for the dark days ahead, as her coming of age will be in the midst of World War I. Her brothers and sweetheart will go to war, and not all of them will come back. Her sisters will become nurses, but Rilla herself is too young. What can she do back home to support the war effort? How can she be involved in doing good in her own backyard? What difference can one person’s ‘keeping the faith’ make in the titanic struggle of world events?<br>\n<br>\nLM Montgomery, in this final installment of the Anne of Green Gables books, takes us through the terror, the suspense and the sacrifices of ‘The Great War’ as told through the eyes of Rilla. Of course, as in any girl’s diary, there are also chronicled the romances of Miranda, Gertrude, Mary and Rilla herself. At the same time, the small details of everyday life lighten the drama with humorous stories of the antics of the Ingleside cat, the putting on of a wedding with one day’s notice and ‘that prayer meeting’ which will forever go down in the local lore of little Glen St Mary! - Summary by Beth Thomas\n<br><br>\nCast:<br>\nNarrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nRilla Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nSusan Baker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMrs. Anne Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nDr. Gilbert Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nMiss Gertrude Oliver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nWalter Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10445">Michael Landu</a><br>\nJem Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>\nCousin Sophia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMary Vance: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>\nKenneth Ford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>\nMr. John Meredith/Mr. Norman Douglas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nIrene Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10598">Anna Vince</a><br><br>\n\nOther characters voiced by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7925">Etel Buss</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4009">Diana Majlinger</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10717">Saffie</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">Maggie Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br><br> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/ |
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9763 |
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs |
Jessie Braham White |
Plays, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The classic story of Snow White and the seven dwarfs, now in play form! The play was adapted by Jessie Braham White (the pen name of Winthrop Ames), from the Grimm tale. - Summary by Rachel</p>\n<b>Cast List:</b>\n<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9318">Zach K.</a><br>\nPrincess Snow White: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nQueen Brangomar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nRosalys: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi Haq</a><br>\nChristabel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nAmelotte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a><br>\nErmengarde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nUrsula: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nGuinivere: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nLinette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a>,<br>\nAstolaine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nSir Dandiprat Bombas, <i>The Court Chamberlain</i>: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nBerthold, <i>The Chief Huntsman</i>: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nPrince Florimond <i>of Calydon</i>: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9923">Matt Butcher</a><br>\nBlick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>\nFlick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a><br>\nGlick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nSnick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10005">michaelcjohnson</a><br>\nPlick: <a >Rachel</a><br>\nWhick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nQuee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/543">Ted Delorme</a><br>\nWitch Hex: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9838">Shiloh Fuscello</a><br>\nThe Pedlar-Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nThe Pieman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nThe Mirror: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by <a >Rachel</a><br>\nProof listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9826">Tawnya Roy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi Haq</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a></p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/snow-white-and-the-seven-dwarfs-by-jessie-braham-white/ |
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9141 |
9769 |
Tschun |
Elisabeth von Heyking |
Historical Fiction |
Tschun ist ein kleiner chinesischer Junge in Peking, der von den kolonialen Gesandtschaften hingezogen fühlt und dort - gegen den Willen seiner Familie - eine Stellung als Boy erhält. Nach und nach wird er erwachsen, allmählich verändern sich seine Einstellungen zu den fremden Herren und ihrem überlegenen Gebaren. Dabei gerät er mitten in die blutigen Wirren des Boxeraufstandes. ... <br>\nDieser Roman liefert einen tiefen Einblick in chinesische Traditionen und die uralte chinesische Seele, verpackt in den abenteuerlichen Umständen politischer Umbrüche, hintergründigen Machtkämpfen und dem tieferen Sinn angeblich zivilisatorischer Fortschrittsbestrebungen der Besatzungsmächte ... dies macht das Werk zeitlos und aktuell zugleich. - Zusammenfassung von crowwings</p> |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/tschun-by-elisabeth-von-heyking/ |
tschun ist ein kleiner chinesischer junge peking der von den kolonialen gesandtschaften hingezogen fühlt und dort gegen den willen seiner familie eine stellung als boy erhält nach und nach wird er erwachsen allmählich verändern sich seine einstellungen zu den fremden herren und ihrem überlegenen gebaren dabei gerät er mitten die blutigen wirren des boxeraufstandes br dieser roman liefert einen tiefen einblick chinesische traditionen und die uralte chinesische seele verpackt den abenteuerlichen umständen politischer umbrüche hintergründigen machtkämpfen und dem tieferen sinn angeblich zivilisatorischer fortschrittsbestrebungen der besatzungsmächte dies macht das werk zeitlos und aktuell zugleich zusammenfassung von crowwings p |
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9764 |
Business of Being a Woman |
Ida M. Tarbell |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
How were women's roles changing in the 1900's? Ida Tarbell explores this in a well written, witty and insightful series of essays. "The object of this little volume is to call attention to a certain distrust, which the author feels in the modern woman, of the significance and dignity of the work laid upon her by Nature and by society. Its ideas are the result of a long, if somewhat desultory, observation of the professional, political, and domestic activities of women in this country and in France. These observations have led to certain definite opinions as to those phases of the woman question most in need of emphasis to-day." This book contains, as a footnote, a Declaration of Sentiments which begins 'We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men and women are created equal...' and continues on. A wonderful declaration of the equality of the sexes in many things. This will be a separate section of this project since I think it is excellent in style and sentiment. - Summary by the introduction and BC</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-business-of-being-a-woman-by-ida-m-tarbell/ |
women s roles changing 1900 s ida tarbell explores well written witty insightful series essays the object little volume call attention certain distrust author feels modern woman significance dignity work laid upon nature society ideas result long somewhat desultory observation professional political domestic activities women country france observations led certain definite opinions phases woman question need emphasis to day book contains footnote declaration sentiments begins we hold truths self evident men women created equal continues on wonderful declaration equality sexes many things separate section project since think excellent style sentiment summary introduction bc p |
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9137 |
9765 |
Take it From Dad |
George Livermore |
Humorous Fiction |
Take It From Dad is a collection of letters written by a father to his son, Ted, at boarding school, away from home for the first time. In each letter "Dad" comments on some aspect of Ted's experience, attitude, or behavior, illustrating and driving home his point with an entertaining tale about human nature. This book is appropriate for all ages from adolescence on, and its lessons are as relevant today as when they were written.\n--Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/take-it-from-dad-by-george-livermore/ |
take dad collection letters written father son ted boarding school away home first time letter dad comments aspect ted s experience attitude behavior illustrating driving home point entertaining tale human nature book appropriate ages adolescence on lessons relevant today written lee smalley p |
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9138 |
9766 |
Isha Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Isha Upanishad is known by others names such as Ishavasya Upanisahd and Vagasaneyi-Samhita-Upanishad. This is one of the shortest Upanishads; a brief poem consisting of 18 verses. It forms the fortieth and concluding chapter of the Samhita of the White Yajur-veda.<br><br>The word Isha (ईश) literally means "ruler, master, lord". The term vāsyam (वास्य) literally means "hidden in, covered with, enveloped by". <br><br>The contested chronology of Isha Upanishads is between first or second half of first millennium BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. \nThe Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi<br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/isha-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br isha upanishad known others names ishavasya upanisahd vagasaneyi samhita upanishad one shortest upanishads brief poem consisting 18 verses forms fortieth concluding chapter samhita white yajur veda br br the word isha ईश literally means ruler master lord term vāsyam व स य literally means hidden in covered with enveloped by br br the contested chronology isha upanishads first second half first millennium bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi br br |
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9139 |
9767 |
Golden Web |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Stirling Deane has sold the Little Anna Gold Mine which he discovered in South Africa. The sale has made him a rich man and the head of the company to which he sold the mine. A former acquaintance from his days in South Africa has shown up and claims that he has the original deed to the mine and that he is in fact the owner of the mine. Shortly after a meeting with Deane, the man is found murdered and the deed he claims to have had is missing. Another man which Deane hired to negotiate the return of the deed to Deane is accused of the murder, tried, and sentenced to death. What has become of the lost deed? (Summary by Richard Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-web-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
stirling deane sold little anna gold mine discovered south africa sale made rich man head company sold mine former acquaintance days south africa shown claims original deed mine fact owner mine shortly meeting deane man found murdered deed claims missing another man deane hired negotiate return deed deane accused murder tried sentenced death become lost deed summary richard kilmer p |
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9140 |
9768 |
Boy Scouts in Front of Warsaw; Or, In the Wake of War |
George Durston |
Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure |
The boy scouts are at it again! The war in Warsaw, Poland was devastating and led to many broken families. When the beloved children of the royal family under the charge of an American professor are kidnaped, the boy scouts, stop at nothing until they are safely reunited. Prince Ivan and American boy Warren make friends and also work together to search for the children. An adventure packed book with a good story! - Summary by Kimberly Krause</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-in-front-of-warsaw-by-george-durston/ |
boy scouts again war warsaw poland devastating led many broken families beloved children royal family charge american professor kidnaped boy scouts stop nothing safely reunited prince ivan american boy warren make friends also work together search children adventure packed book good story summary kimberly krause p |
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9148 |
9776 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. IV, No 5, November 1898 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-5-november-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 9201 |
9142 |
9770 |
Kena Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Kena (Sanskrit: केन) literally means, depending on the object-subject context, "by what, by whom, whence, how, why, from what cause". This root of Kena, in the sense of "by whom" or "from what cause" is found the inquisitive first verse of the Kena Upanishad, "At whose wish does the mind sent forth proceed on its errand?...."<br><br>The Kena Upanishad belongs to the Talavakara Brahmana of Sama Veda, giving it the etymological roots of an alternate name of Talavakara Upanishad. The Kena Upanishad is also referred to as the Kenopanishad.<br><br>The chronology of Kena Upanishad is unclear; it is ancient and generally placed before the earliest Buddhist Pali and Jaina canons.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kena-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br kena sanskrit क न literally means depending object subject context by what whom whence how why cause root kena sense by whom from cause found inquisitive first verse kena upanishad at whose wish mind sent forth proceed errand br br the kena upanishad belongs talavakara brahmana sama veda giving etymological roots alternate name talavakara upanishad kena upanishad also referred kenopanishad br br the chronology kena upanishad unclear ancient generally placed earliest buddhist pali jaina canons br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9143 |
9771 |
Dove in the Eagle's Nest |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Christina is an ordinary girl who lives with her aunt and uncle. Life is normal until one day when her father appears and plans to take Christina away to live with him at a robber baron's castle. Her peaceful life has suddenly turned upside down, but this is only the first of many changes. How will Christina, gentle as a dove, survive in the violent eagle's nest? - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-dove-in-the-eagles-nest-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
christina ordinary girl lives aunt uncle life normal one day father appears plans take christina away live robber baron s castle peaceful life suddenly turned upside down first many changes christina gentle dove survive violent eagle s nest summary adele de pignerolles |
| 9203 |
9144 |
9772 |
Gossip In The First Decade Of Victoria's Reign |
John Ashton |
Modern (19th C) |
"I have written this Gossip not only for the edification of those to whom a portion, more or less, may be news, but for those who, like myself, have lived through the whole of Queen Victoria's reign, to whom the remembrance of things, almost forgotten, may bring pleasure and excite interest. The items, herein displayed, have been gathered from many sources, and their authenticity is guaranteed by giving the name of the authority whence they were taken, in very many instances ipsissima verba, as paraphrasing would rob them of their freshness and individuality. (From Author’s Preface) Gossip here should be understood as informal, unrestrained talk or writing, esp. about people or social incidents. (Shorter Oxford English Dictionary). John Ashton was an historian and a prolific writer, unjustly forgotten, of social mores, customs, and daily life of the English Regency as well as before and after. This book about Victoria’s early reign is the last of some thirty books about various preceding eras. The chapter titles here contain only a couple of the many interesting people and events contained in the chapter.\n - Summary by Author's Preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/gossip-in-the-first-decade-of-victorias-reign-by-john-ashton/ |
i written gossip edification portion less may news who like myself lived whole queen victoria s reign remembrance things almost forgotten may bring pleasure excite interest items herein displayed gathered many sources authenticity guaranteed giving name authority whence taken many instances ipsissima verba paraphrasing would rob freshness individuality from author s preface gossip understood informal unrestrained talk writing esp people social incidents shorter oxford english dictionary john ashton historian prolific writer unjustly forgotten social mores customs daily life english regency well after book victoria s early reign last thirty books various preceding eras chapter titles contain couple many interesting people events contained chapter summary author s preface david wales p |
| 9204 |
9145 |
9773 |
Cobb's Anatomy (version 2) |
Irvin S. Cobb |
Humorous Fiction |
Irving S. Cobb discusses the human body and its various strange parts in his own inimitable hilarious style. He discusses the tummy and the problems of having a large one; teeth, hair and finally hands and feet. Summary by Phil Chenevert </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cobbs-anatomy-by-irvin-s-cobb/ |
irving s cobb discusses human body various strange parts inimitable hilarious style discusses tummy problems large one teeth hair finally hands feet summary phil chenevert p |
| 9205 |
9146 |
9774 |
Recording Angel |
Edwin Arnold Brenholtz |
Published 1900 onward |
"The Recording Angel," by Edwin Arnold Brenholtz, is one of the earliest examples of an American proletarian novel, a work intended to promote social reform or political revolution among the working classes. The story's themes of economic inequality between producers and consumers, political collusion within the upper classes, and the loss of the middle class ring particularly true today, especially in a global context. Billed as a "romance of the future," the plot of this fictional account of class struggle between workingmen and trust magnates of the new industrial economy hinges on a unique electric machine, which did not exist in 1905, but is quite common today. Besides writing at least four books, the author was a prolific poet and frequent contributor to the International Socialist Review. He corresponded with a variety of personalities, including the poet Edwin Markham, labor leaders Theodore and Eugene Debs, controversial activist and minister George D. Herron, and writer Samuel Clemens. - Summary by Andru Bemis |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-recording-angel-by-edwin-arnold-brenholtz/ |
the recording angel edwin arnold brenholtz one earliest examples american proletarian novel work intended promote social reform political revolution among working classes story s themes economic inequality producers consumers political collusion within upper classes loss middle class ring particularly true today especially global context billed romance future plot fictional account class struggle workingmen trust magnates new industrial economy hinges unique electric machine exist 1905 quite common today besides writing least four books author prolific poet frequent contributor international socialist review corresponded variety personalities including poet edwin markham labor leaders theodore eugene debs controversial activist minister george d herron writer samuel clemens summary andru bemis |
| 9206 |
9147 |
9775 |
Fortunate Foundlings |
Eliza Haywood |
General Fiction, Published before 1800 |
A story of love and adventure, following the fortunes of a young man and woman each trying to make their way in the wide world. Horatio and Louisa are twins, abandoned in infancy and adopted by a wealthy bachelor. For various reasons both leave his protection and set off independently: Plucky and determined Louisa must defend her virtue and make her way in a man’s world, and her spirited brother seeks his fortune in the army. This energetic narrative gallops from city to court, from battlefield to convent, and across a number of European countries. Written in 1744 (when the novel was just emerging as a form) by actress and prolific author Eliza Haywood, this is an eighteenth century rollercoaster - action packed, passionate, melodramatic, and often unashamedly sentimental. - Summary by Helen Taylor</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortunate-foundlings-by-eliza-haywood/ |
story love adventure following fortunes young man woman trying make way wide world horatio louisa twins abandoned infancy adopted wealthy bachelor various reasons leave protection set independently plucky determined louisa must defend virtue make way man s world spirited brother seeks fortune army energetic narrative gallops city court battlefield convent across number european countries written 1744 when novel emerging form actress prolific author eliza haywood eighteenth century rollercoaster action packed passionate melodramatic often unashamedly sentimental summary helen taylor p |
| 9207 |
9149 |
9777 |
Taittriyaka Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Taittiriya is a Sanskrit word that means "from Tittiri". The root of this name has been interpreted in two ways: "from Vedic sage Tittiri" or a collection of verses from mythical students who became Tittiris (birds, partridges) in order to gain knowledge.<br><br>This Upanishad is divided into three sections called Vallis: Siksha (Pronunciation /Instruction) Valli , Ananda (bliss of Brahman) Valli , and Bhrigu (son of Varuna, the god of all water elements) Valli.<br><br>The chronology of Taittriyaka Upanishad is unclear; it is ancient and generally placed around 1st half of 1st millennium BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/taittriyaka-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br taittiriya sanskrit word means from tittiri root name interpreted two ways from vedic sage tittiri collection verses mythical students became tittiris birds partridges order gain knowledge br br this upanishad divided three sections called vallis siksha pronunciation instruction valli ananda bliss brahman valli bhrigu son varuna god water elements valli br br the chronology taittriyaka upanishad unclear ancient generally placed around 1st half 1st millennium bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
| 9208 |
9150 |
9778 |
Mr. Waddington of Wyck |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
May Sinclair’s 1921 novel tells the story of the ridiculous Mr. Horatio Bysshe Waddington, a pompous, self-deluded poser making his way through life caring only for the impressions he makes on others. His long-suffering wife Fanny, his secretary Barbara, and the young scapegrace Ralph watch his daily performances with delighted, affectionate fascination as if they are spectators watching a play or scientists observing a new species, wondering every day how far he will go to fulfill his outrageous pretentions. As usual, Sinclair’s light, deceptively innocent prose camouflages a tale of sexual passions and human foibles with philosophical implications about her post-war world. (Summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mr-waddington-of-wyck-by-may-sinclair/ |
may sinclair s 1921 novel tells story ridiculous mr horatio bysshe waddington pompous self deluded poser making way life caring impressions makes others long suffering wife fanny secretary barbara young scapegrace ralph watch daily performances delighted affectionate fascination spectators watching play scientists observing new species wondering every day far go fulfill outrageous pretentions usual sinclair s light deceptively innocent prose camouflages tale sexual passions human foibles philosophical implications post war world summary expatriate p |
| 9209 |
9151 |
9779 |
American Postal Service, Second Edition |
Louis Melius |
Modern (19th C) |
The history of the postal service in the United States goes back to the colonial period, but was established more formally with the issuing of postage stamps and regular delivery. Through small vignettes, this history is traced with attention to some of the more obscure, but fascinating aspects of the postal service and related topics, as well as the major aspects of the service. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/american-postal-service-2nd-edition-by-louis-melius |
history postal service united states goes back colonial period established formally issuing postage stamps regular delivery small vignettes history traced attention obscure fascinating aspects postal service related topics well major aspects service summary larry wilson p |
| 9210 |
9152 |
9780 |
Warden (version 3) |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
The Warden is the first novel in Anthony Trollope's series known as the "Chronicles of Barsetshire", making fun of the Church of England of his time, together with the religious controversies, and the press. It was his fourth novel. The Warden concerns Mr Septimus Harding, the meek, elderly warden of Hiram's Hospital and precentor of Barchester Cathedral, in the fictional county of Barsetshire.<br><br>The story concerns the impact upon Harding and his circle when a zealous young reformer, John Bold, launches a campaign to expose the disparity in the apportionment of the charity's income between its object, the bedesmen, and its officer, Mr Harding. John Bold embarks on this campaign in a spirit of public duty despite his romantic involvement with Eleanor and previously cordial relations with Mr Harding. Bold starts a lawsuit and Mr Harding is advised by the indomitable Dr Grantly, his son-in-law, to stand his ground.Bold attempts to enlist the support of the press and engages the interest of The Jupiter (a newspaper representing The Times) whose editor, Tom Towers, pens editorials supporting reform of the charity, and presenting a portrait of Mr Harding as selfish and derelict in his conduct of his office. This image is taken up by commentators Dr Pessimist Anticant, and Mr Popular Sentiment, who have been seen as caricatures of Thomas Carlyle and Charles Dickens respectively. Summary by Wikipedia </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-3/ |
warden first novel anthony trollope s series known chronicles barsetshire making fun church england time together religious controversies press fourth novel warden concerns mr septimus harding meek elderly warden hiram s hospital precentor barchester cathedral fictional county barsetshire br br the story concerns impact upon harding circle zealous young reformer john bold launches campaign expose disparity apportionment charity s income object bedesmen officer mr harding john bold embarks campaign spirit public duty despite romantic involvement eleanor previously cordial relations mr harding bold starts lawsuit mr harding advised indomitable dr grantly son in law stand ground bold attempts enlist support press engages interest jupiter a newspaper representing times whose editor tom towers pens editorials supporting reform charity presenting portrait mr harding selfish derelict conduct office image taken commentators dr pessimist anticant mr popular sentiment seen caricatures thomas carlyle charles dickens respectively summary wikipedia p |
| 9211 |
9153 |
9781 |
Little Grey House |
Marion Ames Taggart |
Family |
The Grey House is grey in color and is home to the Grey family. In this, the first of the Grey House books, we are introduced to the three Grey sisters, Oswyth, 17, Roberta, 16 and 14 year old Prudence, their sensible and down-to-earth mother and dreamer of a father, an inventor with his head in the clouds. As we grow to know and love the family, their neighbors and relatives, a menacing cloud appears and the girls must rally to save the father they love from his own obstinacy and their home from disaster. Will it all end in tragedy or will they save the day? - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-grey-house-by-marion-ames-taggart/ |
grey house grey color home grey family this first grey house books introduced three grey sisters oswyth 17 roberta 16 14 year old prudence sensible down to earth mother dreamer father inventor head clouds grow know love family neighbors relatives menacing cloud appears girls must rally save father love obstinacy home disaster end tragedy save day summary lynne thompson p |
| 9212 |
9154 |
9782 |
Funeral Oration on Meletius |
Gregory of Nyssa |
Christianity - Other |
Saint Meletius was Patriarch of Antioch from 360 until his death in 381. One of his last acts was to preside over the First Council of Constantinople, held in 381. Saint Gregory of Nyssa, renown as one of the Cappadocian Fathers, was in attendance, and gave the eulogy at the latter's funeral. However, the text repeatedly alludes to an event of joy in contrast to the repose of Meletius. This refers to the very recent installation of Gregory Nazianzen as Archbishop of Constantinople. - Summary by The Reader</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/funeral-oration-on-meletius-by-gregory-of-nyssa/ |
saint meletius patriarch antioch 360 death 381 one last acts preside first council constantinople held 381 saint gregory nyssa renown one cappadocian fathers attendance gave eulogy latter s funeral however text repeatedly alludes event joy contrast repose meletius refers recent installation gregory nazianzen archbishop constantinople summary reader p |
| 9213 |
11442 |
12113 |
Montezuma's Daughter |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance |
A moving adventure story narrated by Thomas Wingfield, an Englishman, for Queen Elizabeth 1 of England about the murder of his mother, his trail of vengeance against the murderer which leads him to the Spanish Inquisition, slavery, romance and living under Montezuma in his kingdom which is now called Mexico. Summary by Patrick79 |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/montezumas-daughter-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
moving adventure story narrated thomas wingfield englishman queen elizabeth 1 england murder mother trail vengeance murderer leads spanish inquisition slavery romance living montezuma kingdom called mexico summary patrick79 |
| 9214 |
9155 |
9783 |
Aunt Crete's Emancipation |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life |
Aunt Lucretia — 'Crete' to her family — is a sweet, patient older woman, who lives with her narrow-minded sister and spoilt niece, acting as their unpaid and unappreciated domestic servant. When they leave town in order to avoid the unexpected visit of a "backwoods" cousin, she is left at home to welcome him. She's willing to love him whatever he's like, and he's looking for a home having lost his mother years before, so the two are ready to become fast friends. But what does that mean for Aunt Crete's prejudiced relatives and how can their wrongs against her be remedied? - Summary by Cori</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-cretes-emancipation-by-grace-livingston-hill |
aunt lucretia crete family sweet patient older woman lives narrow minded sister spoilt niece acting unpaid unappreciated domestic servant leave town order avoid unexpected visit backwoods cousin left home welcome him willing love whatever he s like he s looking home lost mother years before two ready become fast friends mean aunt crete s prejudiced relatives wrongs remedied summary cori p |
| 9215 |
9156 |
9784 |
LibriVox 10th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
<br />This year is the 10th anniversary of our beloved LibriVox and to celebrate, readers have found and recorded 100 items with a connection to the number ten... ... dix... zehn... diez...dez... десять... There are short stories, poems, excerpts from books, bible readings and non-fiction articles.<br /><br />The items are mostly in English, but this year we have eighteen contributions in other languages: French, German, Russian, Spanish and Yiddish.<br />.<br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-10th-anniversary-collection/ |
br this year 10th anniversary beloved librivox celebrate readers found recorded 100 items connection number ten dix zehn diez dez десять short stories poems excerpts books bible readings non fiction articles br br the items mostly english year eighteen contributions languages french german russian spanish yiddish br br |
| 9216 |
9157 |
9785 |
Deep In The Quiet Wood |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Weldon Johnson was an American author, educator, lawyer, diplomat, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Johnson is best remembered for his leadership of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), where he started working in 1917. In 1920 he was the first black to be chosen as executive secretary of the organization, effectively the operating officer. He served in that position from 1920 to 1930. Johnson established his reputation as a writer, and was known during the Harlem Renaissance for his poems, novels, and anthologies collecting both poems and spirituals of black culture.</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/deep-in-the-quiet-wood-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
james weldon johnson american author educator lawyer diplomat songwriter civil rights activist johnson best remembered leadership national association advancement colored people naacp started working 1917 1920 first black chosen executive secretary organization effectively operating officer served position 1920 1930 johnson established reputation writer known harlem renaissance poems novels anthologies collecting poems spirituals black culture p |
| 9217 |
9158 |
9787 |
Kaushitaki Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shloka (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>The Kaushitaki Upanishad, also known as Kaushitaki Brahmana Upanishad is an ancient Sanskrit text contained inside the Rigveda; It is associated with the Kaushitaki shakha (branch). However, It is Sāmānya Upanishad, meaning that it is "common" to all schools of Vedanta. <br><br>The Kaushitaki Upanishad explores the heavenly world, reincarnation, and consciousness. <br><br>The Kausitaki Upanishad is a prose text, divided into four Adhyayas (chapters) and their sub sections.<br><br>The chronology of Kaushitaki Upanishad is unclear; it was probably composed before the middle of the 1st millennium BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/kaushitaki-upanisha-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shloka a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br the kaushitaki upanishad also known kaushitaki brahmana upanishad ancient sanskrit text contained inside rigveda associated kaushitaki shakha branch however sāmānya upanishad meaning common schools vedanta br br the kaushitaki upanishad explores heavenly world reincarnation consciousness br br the kausitaki upanishad prose text divided four adhyayas chapters sub sections br br the chronology kaushitaki upanishad unclear probably composed middle 1st millennium bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
| 9218 |
9159 |
9788 |
A Plain English Handbook: How to create clear SEC disclosure documents |
The Securities and Exchange Commission |
Reference |
The Plain Writing Act of 2010 (Act) is intended to make it easy for the public to understand government documents. The SEC, like other federal agencies, must write documents in plain writing, defined under the Act as writing that is "clear, concise, well-organized, and follows other best practices appropriate to the subject or field or audience." Starting in October 2011, the Act requires us to write new and substantially revised documents in plain language using the Federal Plain Language Guidelines.<br><br>As a disclosure agency, the SEC is committed to communicating with investors in easily understandable language. In 1998, the SEC published a guide, A Plain English Handbook: How to Create Clear SEC Disclosure Documents, showing securities lawyers and companies ways to reduce legalese. (Summary by the SEC)<br><br>Reader Note: The examples in Chapter 7 - Designing the Document convey visual information. Please refer to the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/pdf/handbook.pdf">e-text</a> to see these examples. <br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-plain-english-handbook-by-the-securities-and-exchange-commission/ |
plain writing act 2010 act intended make easy public understand government documents sec like federal agencies must write documents plain writing defined act writing clear concise well organized follows best practices appropriate subject field audience starting october 2011 act requires us write new substantially revised documents plain language using federal plain language guidelines br br as disclosure agency sec committed communicating investors easily understandable language 1998 sec published guide plain english handbook create clear sec disclosure documents showing securities lawyers companies ways reduce legalese summary sec br br reader note examples chapter 7 designing document convey visual information please refer a href https www sec gov pdf handbook pdf e text a see examples br br |
| 9219 |
9160 |
9789 |
War Letters From A Young Queenslander |
Robert Marshall Allen |
War & Military, Modern (20th C), Letters |
Letters from a Brisbane doctor posted to the Western Front from 1914 to December 1915. He tells anecdotes of World War I including stories of "de-lousing" an entire regiment, the precise arrangements of the urine trenches and his eyewitness accounts of the battles of Neuve Chapelle and Ypres and a contemporary comment on the Gallipoli campaign. He describes how the enemy rains shells on the ambulances and the retrievals of the wounded from the trenches at night. This was also a time of great medical advances, so we hear from a participant the fascinating story of some of the first mass Tetanus inoculations, and the series of experiments surrounding the invention of "vermi-jelly", along with the darker stories of the invention and first uses of chlorine gas.</p>\n\nThis story of an Australian doctor in The Great War is read by another Australian doctor, and comes complete with Australian slang read in an authentic Aussie accent! (Summary by Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/war-letters-from-a-young-queenslander-by-robert-marshall-allen/ |
letters brisbane doctor posted western front 1914 december 1915 tells anecdotes world war including stories de lousing entire regiment precise arrangements urine trenches eyewitness accounts battles neuve chapelle ypres contemporary comment gallipoli campaign describes enemy rains shells ambulances retrievals wounded trenches night also time great medical advances hear participant fascinating story first mass tetanus inoculations series experiments surrounding invention vermi jelly along darker stories invention first uses chlorine gas p story australian doctor great war read another australian doctor comes complete australian slang read authentic aussie accent summary beth thomas p |
| 9220 |
9161 |
9790 |
Hazard of New Fortunes |
William Dean Howells |
Literary Fiction |
Howell’s novel is set in New York of the late nineteenth century, a city familiar to readers of Edith Wharton and Henry James. Basil March, a businessman from Boston of a literary bent, moves with his family to New York to edit a new journal founded by an acquaintance. Its financial support, however, comes from a Mr. Dryfoos, a Pennsylvania Dutch farmer suddenly become millionaire by the discovery of natural gas on his property, and now living in New York with his family in a style he hopes will befit his new wealth.</p>\n\nIs it his new fortune that presents a hazard? Or is it the new wealth of New York City in the Gilded Age? Both March and his literary creator are increasingly aware of some of the social and economic contradictions that beset the city of the time (though some of Howell’s analysis sounds as if it well might fit New York today). Characters such as, among others, Dryfoos’s children, a German socialist immigrant who fought for the Union cause, an impoverished Southern colonel still persuaded that a reformed slavery might work, a young woman drawn from the upper reaches of Old New York society, help to enrich the story and its setting with their differing viewpoints. ( Nicholas Clifford)</p>\n\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-hazard-of-new-fortunes-by-william-cooper-howells/ |
howell s novel set new york late nineteenth century city familiar readers edith wharton henry james basil march businessman boston literary bent moves family new york edit new journal founded acquaintance financial support however comes mr dryfoos pennsylvania dutch farmer suddenly become millionaire discovery natural gas property living new york family style hopes befit new wealth p new fortune presents hazard new wealth new york city gilded age march literary creator increasingly aware social economic contradictions beset city time though howell s analysis sounds well might fit new york today characters as among others dryfoos s children german socialist immigrant fought union cause impoverished southern colonel still persuaded reformed slavery might work young woman drawn upper reaches old new york society help enrich story setting differing viewpoints nicholas clifford p |
| 9221 |
9162 |
9791 |
Captain Bayley's Heir: A Tale of the Gold Fields of California |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
When young Frank is falsely accused of a crime, he leaves England to seek adventure in America. He joins a wagon train heading west to the California gold fields, but as he is soon to find out, the West is more than just adventure! Braving Indians, wolves, and other dangers, Frank is determined to strike it rich - and perhaps someday clear his name and return home. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/captain-bayleys-heir-a-tale-of-the-gold-fields-of-california-by-g-a-henty/ |
young frank falsely accused crime leaves england seek adventure america joins wagon train heading west california gold fields soon find out west adventure braving indians wolves dangers frank determined strike rich perhaps someday clear name return home summary rachel p |
| 9222 |
9163 |
9792 |
Bible (KJV) 18: Job (version 2) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Job was a prosperous landowner who encountered a series of misfortunes, leading him to question himself and his relation to his God. A grand sweep of ecclesiastical argument brings Job to a new level of insight and acceptance. - Summary by Peter Tucker</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-18-job-version-2-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
job prosperous landowner encountered series misfortunes leading question relation god grand sweep ecclesiastical argument brings job new level insight acceptance summary peter tucker p |
| 9223 |
9164 |
9793 |
Stories of Birds |
Lenore Elizabeth Mulets |
Animals & Nature, Poetry |
This volume contains stories, poems, myths, and facts about lots of different birds, intended for teaching children. It is divided into nine parts, each covering a different type of bird. Summary by Rachel.</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-birds-by-lenore-elizabeth-mulets/ |
volume contains stories poems myths facts lots different birds intended teaching children divided nine parts covering different type bird summary rachel p |
| 9224 |
9165 |
9794 |
Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus (Version 2) |
Ludwig Wittgenstein |
Modern |
The Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is the only book published by Ludwig Wittgenstein. Any summary would frankly do the work an injustice - the interested reader is directed to Wittgenstein's preface and to the introduction of Wittgenstein's teacher, Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) - upon these no author could measurably improve. - (Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tractatus-logico-philosophicus-version-2-by-ludwig-wittgenstein/ |
tractatus logico philosophicus book published ludwig wittgenstein summary would frankly work injustice interested reader directed wittgenstein s preface introduction wittgenstein s teacher bertrand russell 1872 1970 upon author could measurably improve summary landon d c elkind p |
| 9225 |
9166 |
9795 |
Jacob Faithful |
Frederick Marryat |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Rebelling against the career chosen for him by his wealthy family, Frederic Marryat joined the Royal Navy in 1806 at the age of 14. He first served as a midshipman in the 38-gun frigate "HMS Imperieuse" commanded by Lord Cochran, 10th Earl of Dundonald whose real life exploits were used by Marryat in his fiction and which formed the basis for other famous fictional characters like Horatio Hornblower and Jack Aubrey. Having survived more than 50 sea battles and attained the rank of Post Captain, he resigned from the Navy and devoted the rest of his life to writing, drawing a good deal on his distinguished career in the Navy and is now considered the Father of Modern Nautical Fiction. He is also noted as the inventor of an effective lifeboat and a widely used system of communicating at sea by the use of flags.<br><br>Jacob Faithful is a tale centred on the lives of the Thames watermen who made their living along the tidal reaches of that river and in the Port of London. Particularly it deals with the story of young Jacob literally born and raised on the river. He is orphaned in bizarre circumstances, gets an education, is apprenticed to a bargeman and then to a wherryman before being "pressed" into the Royal Navy. The book gives an interesting insight into the life of London and it's great river at the beginning of the 19th Century.\n(Summary by Noel Badrian) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/jacob-faithful-by-frederick-marryat/ |
rebelling career chosen wealthy family frederic marryat joined royal navy 1806 age 14 first served midshipman 38 gun frigate hms imperieuse commanded lord cochran 10th earl dundonald whose real life exploits used marryat fiction formed basis famous fictional characters like horatio hornblower jack aubrey survived 50 sea battles attained rank post captain resigned navy devoted rest life writing drawing good deal distinguished career navy considered father modern nautical fiction also noted inventor effective lifeboat widely used system communicating sea use flags br br jacob faithful tale centred lives thames watermen made living along tidal reaches river port london particularly deals story young jacob literally born raised river orphaned bizarre circumstances gets education apprenticed bargeman wherryman pressed royal navy book gives interesting insight life london great river beginning 19th century summary noel badrian p |
| 9226 |
9167 |
9796 |
Sea Wolf - Version 2 |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Sea-Wolf is a 1904 psychological adventure novel by American novelist Jack London about a literary critic, survivor of an ocean collision, who comes under the dominance of Wolf Larsen, the powerful and amoral sea captain who rescues him. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-wolf-version-2-by-jack-london/ |
sea wolf 1904 psychological adventure novel american novelist jack london literary critic survivor ocean collision comes dominance wolf larsen powerful amoral sea captain rescues him summary wikipedia p |
| 9227 |
9168 |
9797 |
Aunt Judy's Tales |
Margaret Gatty |
Short works |
This is a collection of six short stories by Margaret Gatty, writing as Mrs. Alfred Gatty. All told by 'an elder girl' in a large family to the 8 little ones gathered around. "There is not a more charming sight in the domestic world, than that of an elder girl in a large family, amusing what are called the little ones. "How could mamma have ventured upon that cosy nap in the arm-chair by the fire, if she had been harassed by wondering what the children were about? Whereas, as it was, she had overheard No. 8 begging the one they all called “Aunt Judy,” to come and tell them a story, and she had beheld Aunt Judy’s nod of consent; whereupon she had shut her eyes, and composed herself to sleep quite complacently, under the pleasant conviction that all things were sure to be in a state of peace and security, so long as the children were listening to one of those curious stories of Aunt Judy’s, in which, with so much drollery and amusement, there was sure to be mixed up some odd scraps of information, or bits of good advice." - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-judys-tales-by-mrs-alfred-gatty-by-margaret-gatty/ |
collection six short stories margaret gatty writing mrs alfred gatty told an elder girl large family 8 little ones gathered around there charming sight domestic world elder girl large family amusing called little ones how could mamma ventured upon cosy nap arm chair fire harassed wondering children about whereas was overheard no 8 begging one called aunt judy come tell story beheld aunt judy s nod consent whereupon shut eyes composed sleep quite complacently pleasant conviction things sure state peace security long children listening one curious stories aunt judy s which much drollery amusement sure mixed odd scraps information bits good advice summary phil chenevert p |
| 9228 |
9169 |
9798 |
Travels of Ibn Batuta |
Ibn Battuta |
Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs |
Ibn Battuta (1304 – ca. 1369), was a Moroccan explorer. Over a period of thirty years, Ibn Battuta visited most of the known Islamic world as well as many non-Muslim lands. His journeys included trips to North Africa, West Africa, the Horn of Africa, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia, Southeast Asia and China. Battuta is generally considered one of the greatest travellers of all time. This is a journal/record of his travels, omitting the translator's note and preface. (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br /><br />NOTE: The material contains racial terms and ideas that are objectionable today. The final section speaks of cannibalism with the natives as the victims, for example. |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/the-travels-of-ibn-batuta/ |
ibn battuta 1304 ca 1369 moroccan explorer period thirty years ibn battuta visited known islamic world well many non muslim lands journeys included trips north africa west africa horn africa eastern europe middle east south asia central asia southeast asia china battuta generally considered one greatest travellers time journal record travels omitting translator s note preface summary modified wikipedia br br note material contains racial terms ideas objectionable today final section speaks cannibalism natives victims example |
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9170 |
9799 |
Dave Dashaway and His Giant Airship |
Roy Rockwood |
Action & Adventure |
How the Giant Airship was constructed and how the daring young aviator and his friends made the hazardous journey through the clouds from the new world to the old, is told in a way to keep the reader spellbound. (As published by Cupples & Leon, New York, NY, 1913)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dashaway-and-his-giant-airship-by-roy-rockwood/ |
giant airship constructed daring young aviator friends made hazardous journey clouds new world old told way keep reader spellbound as published cupples leon new york ny 1913 p |
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9171 |
9800 |
Lost Girl |
D. H. Lawrence |
Literary Fiction |
<p>"There is no mistake about it, Alvina was a lost girl. She was cut off from everything she belonged to."\n<p><p>\nIn this most under-valued of his novels, Lawrence once again presents us with a young woman hemmed in by her middle-class upbringing and (like Ursula Brangwen in The Rainbow) longing for escape. Alvina Houghton's plight, however, is given a rather comic and even picaresque treatment. Losing first her mother, a perpetual invalid, and later her cross-dressing father, a woefully ineffectual small-scale entrepreneur, Alvina feels doomed to merge with the tribe of eternal spinsters who surround her in the dreary mining community of Woodhouse.\n<p><p>\nInto this drab environment enter the Natcha-Kee-Tawara: a polyglot, poly-amorous troupe of travelling players united, on- and off-stage, in a fantasy of Native American nomadism. Enter Ciccio, the surly dark-eyed horseman. The Italian's potent and threatening physicality overwhelms Alvina and soon will propel her into - what? Perdition, or the paradoxical freedom of a girl who 'like(s) being lost'?<p> (Summary by Martin Geeson)<p>\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-girl-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
p there mistake it alvina lost girl cut everything belonged to p p under valued novels lawrence presents us young woman hemmed middle class upbringing like ursula brangwen rainbow longing escape alvina houghton s plight however given rather comic even picaresque treatment losing first mother perpetual invalid later cross dressing father woefully ineffectual small scale entrepreneur alvina feels doomed merge tribe eternal spinsters surround dreary mining community woodhouse p p drab environment enter natcha kee tawara polyglot poly amorous troupe travelling players united on off stage fantasy native american nomadism enter ciccio surly dark eyed horseman italian s potent threatening physicality overwhelms alvina soon propel what perdition paradoxical freedom girl like s lost p summary martin geeson p |
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9172 |
9801 |
Ben Hur (Dramatic Reading) |
Lew Wallace |
Dramatic Readings, Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
In this dramatic reading of the classic epic Ben Hur, rediscover the wonder of three wise men who travel through the wilderness together. Thirty years later, Judah ben Hur accidentally looses a tile upon the head of the Roman governor and is sentenced to the galleys for life. When he escapes, he is caught up in his thirst for revenge against his accuser, Messala, and his search for the Messiah of his people, the King who is to come. As Judah learns more about this King, however, he begins to realize that the kingdom he is searching for may not be found in what he can see and the revenge he is seeking may not be found in the way that he expects. Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p>\n\nJudah Ben Hur: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Messala: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10174">Matthew Travers</a><br>Balthasar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Melchior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>Gaspar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br>Quintus Arrius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10238">Rquade</a><br>Simonides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Malluch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br>Sheik Ilderim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11144">Ricky of Kokiri</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Judah's Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Tirzah: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Esther, daughter of Simonides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Amrah: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>Iras, daughter of Balthasar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9961">Mike Justice</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9642">Chris Pyle</a><br><br>\nOther roles read by:<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10238">Rquade</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10174">Matthew Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10268">Jason J. Fedelem</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10150">Elizabeth Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10146">Andrew Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">Maggie Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10890">Tom Penn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">Mary Ann</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10230">toadoftoadhall</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br><br>\nProof listening: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a></p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/ben-hur-dramatic-reading-by-lew-wallace/ |
dramatic reading classic epic ben hur rediscover wonder three wise men travel wilderness together thirty years later judah ben hur accidentally looses tile upon head roman governor sentenced galleys life escapes caught thirst revenge accuser messala search messiah people king come judah learns king however begins realize kingdom searching may found see revenge seeking may found way expects summary esther ben simonides p judah ben hur a href https librivox org reader 10031 rupert holliday a br messala a href https librivox org reader 10174 matthew travers a br balthasar a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br melchior a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br gaspar a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br quintus arrius a href https librivox org reader 10238 rquade a br simonides a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br malluch a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a br sheik ilderim a href https librivox org reader 11144 ricky kokiri a a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br judah s mother a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br tirzah a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br esther daughter simonides a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br amrah a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br iras daughter balthasar a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 9961 mike justice a a href https librivox org reader 9642 chris pyle a br br roles read by br a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 10031 rupert holliday a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 10238 rquade a a href https librivox org reader 10174 matthew travers a a href https librivox org reader 10268 jason j fedelem a a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a a href https librivox org reader 10150 elizabeth travers a a href https librivox org reader 10146 andrew travers a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 9599 maggie travers a a href https librivox org reader 10890 tom penn a a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a a href https librivox org reader 10422 eddy sherman a a href https librivox org reader 3645 mary ann a a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a a href https librivox org reader 10230 toadoftoadhall a a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br br proof listening a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a p |
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9802 |
Short Stories (Household Words 1850-53) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
General Fiction, Short Stories |
Elizabeth Gaskell was a regular contributor to Charles Dickens's weekly magazine, Household Words, from 1850 through to 1853 In addition to three serialized novels, Cranford, North and South, and My Lady Ludlow, Dickens published 18 shorter works by Gaskell, which made her the major literary contributor to the magazine apart from Dickens himself. This collection brings together all of the short stories and non-fiction pieces that Gaskell published in the magazine between 1850 and 1853. Lizzie Leigh and The Heart of John Middleton are examples of Gaskell's writing on the working classes of the industrial north of England, while the Well of Pen Morfa is set in rural North Wales. The Old Nurse's Story, a ghostly tale, and The Squire's Story, a mystery, were written for Christmas editions of the magazine. Appearing in 1853, Morton Hall and My French Master, are among Gaskell's most sophisticated works. Historical fictions of the decline of the aristocracy in England and France, both have happy endings, but deal poignantly with themes of loss and the passage of time. From Gaskell's varied non-fiction pieces, we learn about inexplicable disappearances, the life of an expatriate gardener at the Persian court, the history of the Huguenots, and are invited to a day out on a sheep farm in the far north of England. (Summary by Phil Benson) |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-1-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
elizabeth gaskell regular contributor charles dickens s weekly magazine household words 1850 1853 addition three serialized novels cranford north south lady ludlow dickens published 18 shorter works gaskell made major literary contributor magazine apart dickens himself collection brings together short stories non fiction pieces gaskell published magazine 1850 1853 lizzie leigh heart john middleton examples gaskell s writing working classes industrial north england well pen morfa set rural north wales old nurse s story ghostly tale squire s story mystery written christmas editions magazine appearing 1853 morton hall french master among gaskell s sophisticated works historical fictions decline aristocracy england france happy endings deal poignantly themes loss passage time gaskell s varied non fiction pieces learn inexplicable disappearances life expatriate gardener persian court history huguenots invited day sheep farm far north england summary phil benson |
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9174 |
9803 |
Negro Problem |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of essays, edited by Booker T. Washington, representative of what historians have characterized as "racial uplift ideology." These and other similar narratives of the time were a reaction to the gradual erosion of the African-American's civil rights across the United States that began during Reconstruction. - Summary by James K. White</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-negro-problem-by-various/ |
collection essays edited booker t washington representative historians characterized racial uplift ideology similar narratives time reaction gradual erosion african american s civil rights across united states began reconstruction summary james k white p |
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9175 |
9804 |
Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Years 1799-1804, Vol.1 |
Alexander von Humboldt |
Exploration |
In 1799, with extensive travel permissions from the Spanish government, Alexander von Humboldt and the botanist Aimé Bonpland departed for the Americas on a journey of exploration that would last well into 1804. In writing the “Personal Narrative…”, von Humboldt combined a description of the places and people of their travels with diverse scientific observations; but particularly of plants and animals, geology, weather and astronomy. von Humboldt’s narrative (and Thomasina Ross’s translation) of their adventures is marvelously well written and at times poetically descriptive. Volume I of the “Personal Narrative….”, covers their preparations, departure from Spain, and their travels to the Canary Islands, Tobago, Cumana and vicinity, and Caracas and vicinity in Venezuela.\n\nAlexander von Humboldt was a member of the Prussian aristocracy. He was well educated and as a young man worked as an inspector of mines. After receiving an inheritance from his Mother, he was able to follow his desire to explore and follow scientific pursuits, and was sufficiently wealthy to equip and fund his scientific expeditions. Although not a household name today (unless you live in one of the 18 places named after him), von Humboldt was the best known naturalist of his day, and his published observations and interpretations have a very important place in the history of science. For example, he strongly influenced Charles Darwin. He aimed to find the universal principles that integrate all aspects of nature (the Unity of Nature) rather than to just describe and as such is considered to be the founder of biogeography; and he is recognized as being among the first to describe the effect of human activity on climate.\n(written by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/personal-narrative-1-by-alexander-von-humboldt/ |
1799 extensive travel permissions spanish government alexander von humboldt botanist aimé bonpland departed americas journey exploration would last well 1804 writing personal narrative von humboldt combined description places people travels diverse scientific observations particularly plants animals geology weather astronomy von humboldt s narrative and thomasina ross s translation adventures marvelously well written times poetically descriptive volume personal narrative covers preparations departure spain travels canary islands tobago cumana vicinity caracas vicinity venezuela alexander von humboldt member prussian aristocracy well educated young man worked inspector mines receiving inheritance mother able follow desire explore follow scientific pursuits sufficiently wealthy equip fund scientific expeditions although household name today unless live one 18 places named him von humboldt best known naturalist day published observations interpretations important place history science example strongly influenced charles darwin aimed find universal principles integrate aspects nature the unity nature rather describe considered founder biogeography recognized among first describe effect human activity climate written gail timmerman vaughan p |
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9176 |
9805 |
Tin Woodman of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A Faithful Story of the Astonishing Adventure Undertaken by the Tin Woodman, assisted by Woot the Wanderer, the Scarecrow of Oz, and Polychrome, the Rainbow's Daughter. The Tin Woodman, whose real name is Nick Chopper, seeks to find the Munchkin Girl he had courted before he became a tin man. Sadly, she has a new love and no longer cares for him. As he attempts to regain her affection, Nick discovers a fellow tin man, Captain Fyter, as well as a Frankenstein monster-like creature, Chopfyt, made from their combined parts by the tinsmith, Ku-Klip. Many exciting adventures happen to everyone involved and the Land of Oz contributes much magic and happiness to the outcome. - Summary by Phil chenevert and the author</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-tin-woodman-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
faithful story astonishing adventure undertaken tin woodman assisted woot wanderer scarecrow oz polychrome rainbow s daughter tin woodman whose real name nick chopper seeks find munchkin girl courted became tin man sadly new love longer cares him attempts regain affection nick discovers fellow tin man captain fyter well frankenstein monster like creature chopfyt made combined parts tinsmith ku klip many exciting adventures happen everyone involved land oz contributes much magic happiness outcome summary phil chenevert author p |
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9177 |
9806 |
Good Cheer Stories Every Child Should Know |
Asa Don Dickinson |
Family |
This charming book has many stories that deal mostly with the holiday of Thanksgiving, perfectly suited for family listening and reading. and gathers in one volume tales of tasty turkeys, festive parties, generous gestures, and holiday cheer. The stories featured include works by such writers as Harriet Beecher Stowe, George Eliot, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and others. So if you want to listen to some great stories that bring out gratitude for life and a thanksgiving attitude, here are a bunch of the best. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/good-cheer-stories-every-child-should-know-by-asa-don-dickinson/ |
charming book many stories deal mostly holiday thanksgiving perfectly suited family listening reading gathers one volume tales tasty turkeys festive parties generous gestures holiday cheer stories featured include works writers harriet beecher stowe george eliot nathaniel hawthorne others want listen great stories bring gratitude life thanksgiving attitude bunch best summary phil chenevert p |
| 9237 |
9178 |
9807 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (Version 6) |
Mark Twain |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Follow the young boy Huckleberry Finn and the slave Jim on their epic journey down the Mississippi River in the years before the Civil War. This masterpiece by Mark Twain is a delightful mixture of exciting adventures, sad mishaps, floods, lazy days floating on the raft, conniving con men and human beings in their most bewildering variety. It is a great pleasure to read and listen to. (by Phil Chenevert ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-version-6-by-mark-twain/ |
follow young boy huckleberry finn slave jim epic journey mississippi river years civil war masterpiece mark twain delightful mixture exciting adventures sad mishaps floods lazy days floating raft conniving con men human beings bewildering variety great pleasure read listen to by phil chenevert |
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9179 |
9808 |
Tausend und eine Nacht, Band 2 |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Scheherazade oder Schehersad, die Tochter eines Wesirs, heiratete den König / Sultan, der die Angewohnheit hatte, seine Ehefrauen am ersten Tag nach der Hochzeit köpfen zu lassen. Schehersad jedoch begann ihm Geschichten zu erzählen, die am Ende der Nacht den Ausgang offen ließen und den Sultan dazu brachten, wenn er den Fortgang der Geschichte erfahren wollte, von einer Enthauptung abzusehen. Nach 1001 Nächten gestanden sich beide ihre Liebe und lebten glücklich bis ... ( Zusammenfassung von Bernd Ungerer)</p> |
German |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/tausend-und-eine-nacht-band-2-by-unknown/ |
scheherazade oder schehersad die tochter eines wesirs heiratete den könig sultan der die angewohnheit hatte seine ehefrauen ersten tag nach der hochzeit köpfen zu lassen schehersad jedoch begann ihm geschichten zu erzählen die ende der nacht den ausgang offen ließen und den sultan dazu brachten wenn er den fortgang der geschichte erfahren wollte von einer enthauptung abzusehen nach 1001 nächten gestanden sich beide ihre liebe und lebten glücklich bis zusammenfassung von bernd ungerer p |
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9180 |
9809 |
Hush'd Be the Camps Today |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox readers bring you 16 readings of Hush'd Be the Camps Today by Walt Whitman, in honor of the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's death on April 15, 1865. This was the weekly poem for April 12, 2015, to April 18, 2015. - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/hushd-be-the-camps-today-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox readers bring 16 readings hush d camps today walt whitman honor 150th anniversary abraham lincoln s death april 15 1865 weekly poem april 12 2015 april 18 2015 summary adele de pignerolles p |
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9181 |
9811 |
Svetasvatara Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. <br><br>Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shlokas (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Shvetashvatara Upanishad is embedded in Yajurveda. The name "Shvetashvatara" has the compound Sanskrit root Shvetashva (श्वेताश्व, Shvet + ashva), which literally means "white horse" and "drawn by white steeds". The Shvetashvatara Upanishad opens with metaphysical questions about the primal cause of all existence, its origin, its end, and what role if any did time, nature, necessity, chance, and the spirit had as primal cause? It then develops its answer. The chronology of Shvetashvatara Upanishad is uncertain and contested. It was probably composed in the 5th to 4th century BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. <br><br>The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/svetasvatara-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads br br most upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shlokas a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br shvetashvatara upanishad embedded yajurveda name shvetashvatara compound sanskrit root shvetashva श व त श व shvet ashva literally means white horse drawn white steeds shvetashvatara upanishad opens metaphysical questions primal cause existence origin end role time nature necessity chance spirit primal cause develops answer chronology shvetashvatara upanishad uncertain contested probably composed 5th 4th century bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad br br the upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9197 |
9827 |
Brewster's Millions (Version 2) |
George Barr McCutcheon |
Humorous Fiction |
Montgomery Brewster inherits a large sum of money. Then he learns he's to inherit 7 times as much! But there's a catch: he has to spend every penny of the first inheritance before his next birthday (in 357 days), and have no possessions or anything to show for it at the end of that month. If he succeeds, he'll be very wealthy; if he fails, he remains penniless. He finds that spending so much money is harder than he thinks! This book inspired several movies, including one starring Richard Pryor in 1985. - Summary by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/brewsters-millions-2-by-george-barr-mccutcheon/ |
montgomery brewster inherits large sum money learns he s inherit 7 times much there s catch spend every penny first inheritance next birthday in 357 days possessions anything show end month succeeds he ll wealthy fails remains penniless finds spending much money harder thinks book inspired several movies including one starring richard pryor 1985 summary triciag p |
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9182 |
9812 |
Burning Wheel |
Aldous Huxley |
Single author |
Though Aldous Huxley is best known for his later novels and essays, he started his writing career as a poet. The Burning Wheel is his first work, a collection of thirty poems that pay homage in style to poets who wrote in the Romantic or the French symbolist styles. Many of the poems deal with themes of light, darkness, sight, music, art, war, and idealism vs. realism. Though the optimism in his early works waned as he became older, his characteristically optimistic and determined point of view shines through. - Summary by Mary Kay<br>\nThe last poem was read collaboratively by ezwa, AlgyPug and Larry Wilson.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-burning-wheel-by-aldous-huxley/ |
though aldous huxley best known later novels essays started writing career poet burning wheel first work collection thirty poems pay homage style poets wrote romantic french symbolist styles many poems deal themes light darkness sight music art war idealism vs realism though optimism early works waned became older characteristically optimistic determined point view shines through summary mary kay br last poem read collaboratively ezwa algypug larry wilson p |
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9183 |
9813 |
History of Chemistry, Volume II. From 1850-1910 |
Sir Thomas Edward Thorpe |
Chemistry |
A history of the advances in chemistry, in the fields of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry from the mid-nineteenth century through the early 1900s. Included are brief biographical sketches of some early pioneers in the field such as Mendeleev, Liebig, Williamson, Dewar and others. Chapters covering the discovery of new elements, the developing understanding of structure, properties and reactivity, the beginnings of practical organic synthesis and the early work on stereoisomerism show how the way was paved for the discoveries that followed in the 20th century. Thorpe's observation in Chapter 10 that “Organic chemistry has been largely developed by the discovery from time to time of special reagents and special types of reactions which have shown themselves to be capable of extensive application” continues to be true to this day. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-chemistry-vol2-by-sir-edward-thorpe/ |
history advances chemistry fields inorganic organic physical chemistry mid nineteenth century early 1900s included brief biographical sketches early pioneers field mendeleev liebig williamson dewar others chapters covering discovery new elements developing understanding structure properties reactivity beginnings practical organic synthesis early work stereoisomerism show way paved discoveries followed 20th century thorpe s observation chapter 10 organic chemistry largely developed discovery time time special reagents special types reactions shown capable extensive application continues true day summary j m smallheer p |
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9184 |
9814 |
How to Live on 24 Hours a Day (version 2) |
Arnold Bennett |
Business & Economics, Self-Help |
Are you really 'living', or just existing? Do you want to improve yourself or just continue to muddle through? Do you use the time given you each day, or just throw most of it away? These questions Bennett asks each of us and for those who want to really live and learn, offers very valuable advice. </p>\nTime is the most precious of commodities states Bennett in this book. Many books have been written on how to live on a certain amount of money each day. And he added that the old adage "time is money" understates the matter, as time can often produce money, but money cannot produce more time. Time is extremely limited, and Bennett urged others to make the best of the time remaining in their lives. Which of us lives on twenty-four hours a day? And when I say "lives," I do not mean exists, nor "muddles through." Which of us is free from that uneasy feeling that the "great spending departments" of his daily life are not managed as they ought to be? [...] Which of us is not saying to himself -- which of us has not been saying to himself all his life: "I shall alter that when I have a little more time"? We never shall have any more time. We have, and we have always had, all the time there is. - Summary from the author's preface and the reader. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-live-on-24-hours-a-day-version-2-by-arnold-bennett/ |
really living existing want improve continue muddle through use time given day throw away questions bennett asks us want really live learn offers valuable advice p time precious commodities states bennett book many books written live certain amount money day added old adage time money understates matter time often produce money money cannot produce time time extremely limited bennett urged others make best time remaining lives us lives twenty four hours day say lives mean exists muddles through us free uneasy feeling great spending departments daily life managed ought be us saying us saying life i shall alter little time never shall time have always had time is summary author s preface reader p |
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9185 |
9815 |
Our American Cousin |
Tom Taylor |
Comedy |
Our American Cousin is an 1858 three-act play by English playwright Tom Taylor. The play is a farce whose plot is based on the introduction of an awkward, boorish, but honest American, Asa Trenchard, to his aristocratic English relatives when he goes to England to claim the family estate. . . . Although the play achieved great renown during its first few years and remained very popular throughout the second half of the 19th century, it is best remembered as the play U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was attending in Ford's Theatre when he was assassinated by actor and Confederate sympathizer John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. - Summary by Wikipedia<br>\n<br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">KHand</a><br />\nAsa Trenchard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nFlorence Trenchard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nLord Dundreary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nSir Edward Trenchard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br />\nMr. Coyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br />\nMary Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nMr. Binny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nAbel Murcott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10123">Scott Bennett</a><br />\nMrs. Mountchessington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br />\nGeorgina Mountchessington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />\nAugusta Mountchessington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br />\nMr. Buddicombe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10193">Howard Watts</a><br />\nHarry Vernon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br />\nJohn Wickens: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10463">VfkaBT</a><br />\nCaptain De Boots: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br />\nSharpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9001">Mary Kay</a><br />\nSkillet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a></b><br />\n<br>Proof-listened by <a >Jessie Yun</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>.<br>\nProject coordinated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a>.<br />\n |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/our-american-cousin-by-tom-taylor/ |
american cousin 1858 three act play english playwright tom taylor play farce whose plot based introduction awkward boorish honest american asa trenchard aristocratic english relatives goes england claim family estate although play achieved great renown first years remained popular throughout second half 19th century best remembered play u s president abraham lincoln attending ford s theatre assassinated actor confederate sympathizer john wilkes booth april 14 1865 summary wikipedia br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8164 khand a br asa trenchard a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br florence trenchard a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lord dundreary a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br sir edward trenchard a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br mr coyle a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br mary meredith a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr binny a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br abel murcott a href https librivox org reader 10123 scott bennett a br mrs mountchessington a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br georgina mountchessington a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br augusta mountchessington a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br mr buddicombe a href https librivox org reader 10193 howard watts a br harry vernon a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br john wickens a href https librivox org reader 10463 vfkabt a br captain de boots a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br sharpe a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br skillet a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a br b edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a b br br proof listened a jessie yun a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br project coordinated a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br |
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9186 |
9816 |
Submarine Boys' Lightning Cruise |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
Captain Jack Benson and Hal Hastings have been sailing in torpedo submarines a while now. But, there is new danger that they will have to get used to, having the actual torpedoes onboard! They will be trying out a new boat, named after Hal, with the Navy watching closely. But trouble is always close by. (Ann Boulais) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-lightning-cruise-by-victor-g-durham/ |
captain jack benson hal hastings sailing torpedo submarines now but new danger get used to actual torpedoes onboard trying new boat named hal navy watching closely trouble always close by ann boulais p |
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9187 |
9817 |
Boy Scouts in the Blue Ridge |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
The Silver Fox Patrol is hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, at the invitation of Bob White. They are enjoying their outing in a real wilderness, but trouble comes along from a local Moonshiner.\n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of many pseudonyms used by St George Rathborne. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-in-the-blue-ridge-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
silver fox patrol hiking blue ridge mountains north carolina invitation bob white enjoying outing real wilderness trouble comes along local moonshiner br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms used st george rathborne ann boulais p |
| 9248 |
9188 |
9818 |
Spring (Barber version 2) |
Margaret Fairless Barber |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Michael Fairless is a pseudonym of Margaret Fairless Barber. She was an English Christian writer whose book of meditations, The Roadmender (1902) became a popular classic.\nThe poem is taken from her book, The Grey Brethren, and Other Fragments in Prose and Verse. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/spring-by-margaret-fairless-barber/ |
michael fairless pseudonym margaret fairless barber english christian writer whose book meditations roadmender 1902 became popular classic poem taken book grey brethren fragments prose verse summary wikipedia p |
| 9249 |
9205 |
9835 |
Under Boy Scout Colors |
Joseph Bushnell Ames |
Action & Adventure |
Dale Tompkins joins the Boy Scouts as a Tenderfoot in wolf patrol. Dale has many adventures with the scouts in the town of Hillsgrove. (summary by David Olson)</br></br>\n<b>Prooflisteners:</b> Kangaroo692 and Fiddlesticks</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/under-boy-scout-colors-by-joseph-bushnell-ames/ |
dale tompkins joins boy scouts tenderfoot wolf patrol dale many adventures scouts town hillsgrove summary david olson br br b prooflisteners b kangaroo692 fiddlesticks p |
| 9250 |
9189 |
9819 |
Cradock Nowell Vol. 3 |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Family Life, Literary Fiction |
Cradock Nowell: a Tale of the New Forest is a three-volume novel by R. D. Blackmore published in 1866. Set in the New Forest and in London, it follows the fortunes of Cradock Nowell who, at the end of Volume 1, is thrown out of his family home and disowned by his father following the suspicious death of Cradock's twin brother Clayton, their father's favorite. In Volume 2, the story picks up with those left behind at Nowelhurst and the question of who is now heir apparent to the Nowell fortune. Meanwhile, Cradock discovers life independent of the Nowell name and fortune is not easy. At the end of volume 2, we leave Cradock fighting for his life and his beloved Amy rushing to be with him. It was Blackmore's second novel, and the novel he wrote prior to his most famous work Lorna Doone. </p>\n*Warning: Some listeners may be offended by some of the language. Words that were considered acceptable in the nineteenth century are not always politically correct today. It is Librivox policy to leave the original wording as the author intended.\n - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p>Other volumes in the series:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-1-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 1</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-2-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/">Cradock Nowell, volume 2</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/cradock-nowell-vol-3-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
cradock nowell tale new forest three volume novel r d blackmore published 1866 set new forest london follows fortunes cradock nowell who end volume 1 thrown family home disowned father following suspicious death cradock s twin brother clayton father s favorite volume 2 story picks left behind nowelhurst question heir apparent nowell fortune meanwhile cradock discovers life independent nowell name fortune easy end volume 2 leave cradock fighting life beloved amy rushing him blackmore s second novel novel wrote prior famous work lorna doone p warning listeners may offended language words considered acceptable nineteenth century always politically correct today librivox policy leave original wording author intended summary lynne thompson p other volumes series br a href https librivox org cradock nowell vol 1 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 1 a br a href https librivox org cradock nowell vol 2 by richard doddridge blackmore cradock nowell volume 2 a br br |
| 9251 |
9190 |
9820 |
Short Poetry Collection 144 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 31 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-144-by-various/ |
collection 31 poems read librivox volunteers may 2015 p |
| 9252 |
9191 |
9821 |
New Machiavelli |
H. G. Wells |
General Fiction |
About a political idealist who changes his colours and engages in a sexual adventure, this novel by H.G. Wells generated controversy when it was first published in 1911. - Summary by Anthony Ogus</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-machiavelli-by-h-g-wells/ |
political idealist changes colours engages sexual adventure novel h g wells generated controversy first published 1911 summary anthony ogus p |
| 9253 |
9192 |
9822 |
Sikh Religion: Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 2 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Other religions |
MacAuliffe was a senior Sikh-British administrator, prolific scholar and author. He wrote a rendition, English translation of the Sacred scriptures of the Sikh religion. He also wrote <i>The Sikh Religion: its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors<i>. He was assisted in his works by Pratap Singh Giani, a Sikh scholar. This volume covers Guru Angad, Guru Amar Das and Guru Ram Das. This is volume two of six. - Summary modified from Wikipedia by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-sikh-religion-volume-2-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
macauliffe senior sikh british administrator prolific scholar author wrote rendition english translation sacred scriptures sikh religion also wrote i the sikh religion gurus sacred writings authors i assisted works pratap singh giani sikh scholar volume covers guru angad guru amar das guru ram das volume two six summary modified wikipedia triciag p |
| 9254 |
9193 |
9823 |
Poems of Cheer |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is another volume in Ella Wheeler Wilcox's series. This time, the topic is "Cheer". - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-cheer-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
another volume ella wheeler wilcox s series time topic cheer summary carolin p |
| 9255 |
9194 |
9824 |
Tale of the Tow-Path |
Homer Greene |
Action & Adventure |
All work and no play makes 14-year-old Joe Gaston run away. He's also falsely branded as a horse-thief by his own father. This heart-warming story tells of Joe's wanderings and life on the tow-path, of finding Old Charlie and the real horse-thief, how his name is cleared, and his return home.\n\nThis book, published in 1892, is the third written by Homer Greene, whose primary profession was law. His novels generally include a legal transgression with an interrogation or court-room scene. (Summary by Donald Cummings) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/a-tale-of-the-tow-path-by-homer-greene/ |
work play makes 14 year old joe gaston run away he s also falsely branded horse thief father heart warming story tells joe s wanderings life tow path finding old charlie real horse thief name cleared return home book published 1892 third written homer greene whose primary profession law novels generally include legal transgression interrogation court room scene summary donald cummings |
| 9256 |
9195 |
9825 |
South American Jungle Tales |
Horacio Quiroga |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Single Author Collections |
The stories in South American Jungle Tales center on the relationships between people and the different creatures Quiroga came into contact with on his farm in Misiones, a region of jungle in Uruguay along the banks of the Upper Parana river. Each story quickly evolves into a fantastical realm where the various animals take on familiar human characteristics. These stories, of course, are a metaphor for how man interacts with nature. They are used to show how human beings are an integral part of a greater ecosystem; and can either chose to exploit it to his detriment, or to live in harmony within it. - Summary by James K. White</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/south-american-jungle-tales-by-horacio-quiroga/ |
stories south american jungle tales center relationships people different creatures quiroga came contact farm misiones region jungle uruguay along banks upper parana river story quickly evolves fantastical realm various animals take familiar human characteristics stories course metaphor man interacts nature used show human beings integral part greater ecosystem either chose exploit detriment live harmony within it summary james k white p |
| 9257 |
9196 |
9826 |
Jarwin and Cuffy |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure |
Jarwin is an English sailor who has been shipwrecked. He is stranded on a raft with only his dog Cuffy, and land is nowhere in sight. Their food and water is running out. What can Jarwin do to save his dog's (and his own) life? Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/jarwin-and-cuffy-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
jarwin english sailor shipwrecked stranded raft dog cuffy land nowhere sight food water running out jarwin save dog s and own life summary esther ben simonides p |
| 9258 |
9279 |
9910 |
Essay on Criticism (version 2) |
Alexander Pope |
Poetry, Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
The title, <i>An Essay on Criticism</i> hardly indicates all that is included in the poem. It would have been impossible to give a full and exact idea of the art of poetical criticism without entering into the consideration of the art of poetry. Accordingly Pope has interwoven the precepts of both throughout the poem which might more properly have been styled an essay on the Art of Criticism and of Poetry. - Summary from the Gutenberg text</p> |
English |
1711 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-on-criticism-version-2-by-alexander-pope/ |
title i an essay criticism i hardly indicates included poem would impossible give full exact idea art poetical criticism without entering consideration art poetry accordingly pope interwoven precepts throughout poem might properly styled essay art criticism poetry summary gutenberg text p |
| 9259 |
9198 |
9828 |
Bobbsey Twins at School |
Laura Lee Hope |
School |
The Bobbsey Twins is a series of books attributed to Laura Lee Hope, a house pseudonym of the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The family includes a pair of older twins, Nan and Bert, and a pair of younger twins, Freddie and Flossie. This volume is the fourth in the series.<br><br>\nThe Bobbseys are on their way home from an exciting summer vacation. But mysteries and trouble are never far behind them, and they run across a wrecked circus train and a trick dog who insists on following them! Back at home, exciting news awaits: Bert has been selected as president of a new museum that the school is opening. All goes well until opening day, when the museum's most valuable statue goes missing! Who took it? And why? Can the Bobbsey twins solve this new mystery? (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-at-school-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bobbsey twins series books attributed laura lee hope house pseudonym stratemeyer syndicate family includes pair older twins nan bert pair younger twins freddie flossie volume fourth series br br bobbseys way home exciting summer vacation mysteries trouble never far behind them run across wrecked circus train trick dog insists following them back home exciting news awaits bert selected president new museum school opening goes well opening day museum s valuable statue goes missing took it why bobbsey twins solve new mystery summary rachel p |
| 9260 |
9199 |
9829 |
Death-bed |
Thomas Hood |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas Hood was an English poet, author, and humourist, best known for poems such as The Bridge of Sighs and The Song of the Shirt. Hood wrote regularly for The London Magazine, the Athenaeum, and Punch. He later published a magazine largely consisting of his own works. Hood, never robust, lapsed into invalidism by the age of 41 and died at the age of 45. William Michael Rossetti in 1903 called him "the finest English poet" between the generations of Shelley and Tennyson. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-bed-by-thomas-hood/ |
thomas hood english poet author humourist best known poems bridge sighs song shirt hood wrote regularly london magazine athenaeum punch later published magazine largely consisting works hood never robust lapsed invalidism age 41 died age 45 william michael rossetti 1903 called the finest english poet generations shelley tennyson summary wikipedia p |
| 9261 |
9200 |
9830 |
Tales from Jókai |
Mór Jókai |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Móric Jókay de Ásva, known as Mór Jókai or Maurus Jokai, was a Hungarian dramatist and novelist. He was a very prolific writer from an early age and wrote hundreds of novels, novellas, and short stories in his lifetime. The nine stories in this selection tell about hard times in Eastern Europe, especially in Hungary (Jokai was involved in the Hungarian uprising of 1848), as well as of ancient superstitions and folk lore. In the novella "The City of the Beast", Jokai gives his version of the sinking of Atlantis. (Summary by Availle) </p>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tales-from-jokai-by-mor-jokai/ |
móric jókay de ásva known mór jókai maurus jokai hungarian dramatist novelist prolific writer early age wrote hundreds novels novellas short stories lifetime nine stories selection tell hard times eastern europe especially hungary jokai involved hungarian uprising 1848 well ancient superstitions folk lore novella the city beast jokai gives version sinking atlantis summary availle p |
| 9262 |
9201 |
9831 |
Astounding Stories 14, February 1931 |
Harry Bates |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
This issue includes "Werewolves of War" by D. W. Hall, "The Tentacles from Below" by Anthony Gilmore, "The Black Lamp" by Captain S. P. Meek, "Phalanxes of Atlans" by F. V. W. Mason, and contues with "The Pirate Planet" by Charles W. Diffin, - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-14-february-1931-by-captain-s-p-meek/ |
issue includes werewolves war d w hall the tentacles below anthony gilmore the black lamp captain s p meek phalanxes atlans f v w mason contues the pirate planet charles w diffin summary bill boerst p |
| 9263 |
9202 |
9832 |
Washington Irving in London |
Washington Irving |
Single Author Collections |
Washington Irving's name is synonymous with such classics as "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." He established himself as one of early America's most treasured writers. His wit and satirical voice are the hallmark of his writing. Irving had the extraordinary ability to paint a picture in words on the canvas of the printed page. Although an American, he spent a good deal of time traveling in England and memorializing his experiences in some of the essays chosen for this collection. With an emphasis on his time spent in London, the works include his observations on such diverse subjects as Westminster Abbey, British antiques and how one spends a Sunday in London. This collection brings to life the London of a bygone era as seen through the eyes of a keen writer and observer of life. - Summary by Greg Giordano</p> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/washington-irving-in-london-by-washington-irving/ |
washington irving s name synonymous classics rip van winkle the legend sleepy hollow established one early america s treasured writers wit satirical voice hallmark writing irving extraordinary ability paint picture words canvas printed page although american spent good deal time traveling england memorializing experiences essays chosen collection emphasis time spent london works include observations diverse subjects westminster abbey british antiques one spends sunday london collection brings life london bygone era seen eyes keen writer observer life summary greg giordano p |
| 9264 |
9203 |
9833 |
Labor and Freedom |
Eugene V. Debs |
Political Science |
"While there is a lower class I am in it; While there is a criminal class I am of it; While there is a soul in prison I am not free." ( Eugene V. Debs)</p>\n\nThis collection of essays charts the thought and character of Eugene V. Debs. Debs was an influential early American labor leader, a founding member of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), and a Presidential candidate for the Socialist Party of America.</p>\n\nIn these essays, Debs employs his characteristically fiery rhetoric in a spirited defense of worker's rights, organized labor, women's suffrage, class solidarity, and the principles of economic socialism.</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/labor-and-freedom-by-eugene-v-debs/ |
while lower class it criminal class it soul prison free eugene v debs p collection essays charts thought character eugene v debs debs influential early american labor leader founding member industrial workers world iww presidential candidate socialist party america p essays debs employs characteristically fiery rhetoric spirited defense worker s rights organized labor women s suffrage class solidarity principles economic socialism p |
| 9265 |
9204 |
9834 |
By The Turtles of Tasman |
Jack London |
Family Life |
Turn of the century sibling rivalry between successful but uptight California businessman and his ne'er-do-well older brother, both widowers with equally-different 20-ish daughters. Written in 1911. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/by-the-turtles-of-tasman-by-jack-london/ |
turn century sibling rivalry successful uptight california businessman ne er do well older brother widowers equally different 20 ish daughters written 1911 summary bellonatimes p |
| 9266 |
9206 |
9836 |
Burning Secret |
Stefan Zweig |
General Fiction |
A lonely, convalescing 12 year-old boy and his attractive mother, who is in a loveless marriage, meet a gentleman while vacationing at a European resort. Seeking an enjoyable way to pass the time, the man schemes to seduce the woman with the unwitting help of the boy. The son, puzzled by the developing relationship, becomes increasingly isolated and suspicious as he loses his childish innocence in this gripping coming-of-age novella. \n<br><br>\nThis work is translated from the original German, <a href="https://librivox.org/brennendes-geheimnis-by-stefan-zweig/">Brennendes Geheimnis</a>, which has also been recorded for Librivox. \n<br><br>\nStefan Zweig was one of the world's most acclaimed writers during the 1920s and 1930s. He produced novels, plays, biographies and journals. He and his second wife committed suicide in 1942.\n(Lee Smalley)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-burning-secret-by-stefan-zweig/ |
lonely convalescing 12 year old boy attractive mother loveless marriage meet gentleman vacationing european resort seeking enjoyable way pass time man schemes seduce woman unwitting help boy son puzzled developing relationship becomes increasingly isolated suspicious loses childish innocence gripping coming of age novella br br work translated original german a href https librivox org brennendes geheimnis by stefan zweig brennendes geheimnis a also recorded librivox br br stefan zweig one world s acclaimed writers 1920s 1930s produced novels plays biographies journals second wife committed suicide 1942 lee smalley p |
| 9267 |
9207 |
9837 |
Beethoven, A Character Study |
George Alexander Fischer |
Biography & Autobiography |
A book of the life of the German Composer, Beethoven. - Summary by Jessie Yun</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/beethoven-a-character-study-by-george-alexander-fischer/ |
book life german composer beethoven summary jessie yun p |
| 9268 |
9208 |
9838 |
Six Bad Husbands and Six Unhappy Wives |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Humorous Fiction |
This is a collection of six short stories, each of them illustrating that even a marriage which looks perfect from the outside can be sabotaged quite easily by the two people involved. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/six-bad-husbands-and-six-unhappy-wives-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
collection six short stories illustrating even marriage looks perfect outside sabotaged quite easily two people involved summary carolin p |
| 9269 |
9209 |
9839 |
Maitrayana Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shlokas (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Maitra (Sanskrit: मैत्र) and Maitri (मैत्री) are related words which literally mean "kindly, benevolent, good will, amity, friend of all creatures". The Maitrayaniya Upanishad is associated with the Maitrayanas school of the Yajurveda. It discusses metaphysical questions relating to Atman (Self, Soul). It is a prose style Upanishad with seven Prapathakas (or lessons). The Maitrayaniya Upanishad was probably composed in late 1st millennium BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/maitrayana-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shlokas a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br maitra sanskrit म त र maitri म त र related words literally mean kindly benevolent good will amity friend creatures maitrayaniya upanishad associated maitrayanas school yajurveda discusses metaphysical questions relating atman self soul prose style upanishad seven prapathakas or lessons maitrayaniya upanishad probably composed late 1st millennium bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
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9840 |
Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue |
Jonathan Edwards |
Philosophy |
Disproportionately remembered as a hellfire-and-brimstone Puritan preacher on the basis of the excessively-anthologized "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," Jonathan Edwards was a noted philosopher in the field of Aesthetics, or the metaphysics of Beauty. An examination even of his sermons reveals constant references to this philosophical preoccupation, his favorite word in many passages seeming to be "Sweetness," by which term he intended to convey a rich sense of Beauty. In "A Dissertation Concerning the Nature of True Virtue," he explores the inseparable connection between Beauty and Truth, basing his deepest conviction of the Truth of Christianity on its inherent Beauty, Harmony, and Sweetness. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/a-dissertation-concerning-the-nature-of-true-virtue-by-jonathan-edwards/ |
disproportionately remembered hellfire and brimstone puritan preacher basis excessively anthologized sinners hands angry god jonathan edwards noted philosopher field aesthetics metaphysics beauty examination even sermons reveals constant references philosophical preoccupation favorite word many passages seeming sweetness term intended convey rich sense beauty a dissertation concerning nature true virtue explores inseparable connection beauty truth basing deepest conviction truth christianity inherent beauty harmony sweetness summary expatriate p |
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9211 |
9841 |
Old Friends, Essays in Epistolary Parody |
Andrew Lang |
Epistolary Fiction |
"Every fancy which dwells much with the unborn and immortal characters of Fiction must ask itself, Did the persons in contemporary novels never meet? In so little a world their paths must often have crossed, their orbits must have intersected, though we hear nothing about the adventure from the accredited narrators. In historical fiction authors make their people meet real men and women of history—Louis XI., Lazarus, Mary Queen of Scots, General Webbe, Moses, the Man in the Iron Mask, Marie Antoinette; the list is endless. But novelists, in spite of Mr. Thackeray’s advice to Alexandre Dumas, and of his own example in “Rebecca and Rowena,” have not introduced each other’s characters" (from the Introduction). In this volume, Andrew Lang shows, what a letter from one fictional character to another might look like. |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/old-friends-essays-in-epistolary-parody-by-andrew-lang/ |
every fancy dwells much unborn immortal characters fiction must ask itself persons contemporary novels never meet little world paths must often crossed orbits must intersected though hear nothing adventure accredited narrators historical fiction authors make people meet real men women history louis xi lazarus mary queen scots general webbe moses man iron mask marie antoinette list endless novelists spite mr thackeray s advice alexandre dumas example rebecca rowena introduced other s characters from introduction volume andrew lang shows letter one fictional character another might look like |
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9911 |
Parables of the Lord Jesus Christ - Commentary on the Gospel of St Matthew |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Homilies 44 though 64 of St John Chrysostom's commentary on the Holy Gospel according to St Matthew, which include the parables and teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. - Summary by The Reader</p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-parables-of-the-lord-jesus-christ-commentary-on-the-gospel-of-st-matthew-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
homilies 44 though 64 st john chrysostom s commentary holy gospel according st matthew include parables teachings lord jesus christ summary reader p |
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9842 |
Огненная Россия (Fiery Russia) |
Aleksey Mikhailovich Remizov |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Четыре произведения одного из наиболее ярких стилистов в русской литературе: «Слово о погибели русской земли» (1917), «Огневица» (1918), «О судьбе огненной» (1918) и «Огненная Россия» (1921). <br><br>\n\nFour short pieces of the 1917-21 ("Lay of the Ruin of the Russian Land", "Pyrexia", "Of the Fiery Fate", and "Fiery Russia") by Aleksey Remizov, a Russian modernist writer whose creative imagination veered to the fantastic and bizarre. (Summary by Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky)</p> |
Russian |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/ognennaya-rossiya-by-aleksey-mikhailovich-remizov/ |
четыре произведения одного из наиболее ярких стилистов в русской литературе слово о погибели русской земли 1917 огневица 1918 о судьбе огненной 1918 и огненная россия 1921 br br four short pieces 1917 21 lay ruin russian land pyrexia of fiery fate fiery russia aleksey remizov russian modernist writer whose creative imagination veered fantastic bizarre summary wikipedia mark chulsky p |
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9843 |
How a British Subject Became President of the United States |
Arthur P. Hinman |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
In 1880, the New York Times reported a curious story from St. Albans, Vermont, about a mysterious figure, an attorney and Democratic operative named A. P. Hinman. Hinman privately told local Democratic leaders that he had been hired by the Democratic National Committee to obtain evidence that Vice-President-elect Chester A. Arthur was not qualified to hold the office of Vice President, but rather that Arthur was a Canadian-born alien. President Garfield was assassinated in 1881 and Arthur became twenty first President of the United States, and a pretty good one by all accounts. Hinman published this book in 1884 to prevent Arthur's re-election, unaware of Arthur's real secret, that he was dying, and would not seek re-election. This is a conspiracy theory about presidential eligibility that could have come from today's newspapers. - Summary by Kevin Davidson</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/how-a-british-subject-became-president-of-the-united-states-by-arthur-p-hinman/ |
1880 new york times reported curious story st albans vermont mysterious figure attorney democratic operative named a p hinman hinman privately told local democratic leaders hired democratic national committee obtain evidence vice president elect chester a arthur qualified hold office vice president rather arthur canadian born alien president garfield assassinated 1881 arthur became twenty first president united states pretty good one accounts hinman published book 1884 prevent arthur s re election unaware arthur s real secret dying would seek re election conspiracy theory presidential eligibility could come today s newspapers summary kevin davidson p |
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9214 |
9844 |
Wandl the Invader |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
There were nine major planets in the Solar System and it was within their boundaries that man first set up interplanetary commerce and began trading with the ancient Martian civilization. And then they discovered a tenth planet--a maverick! This tenth world, if it had an orbit, had a strange one, for it was heading inwards from interstellar space, heading close to the Earth-Mars spaceways, upsetting astronautic calculations and raising turmoil on the two inhabited worlds. But even so none suspected then just how much trouble this new world would make. For it was WANDL THE INVADER and it was no barren planetoid. It was a manned world, manned by minds and monsters and traveling into our system with a purpose beyond that of astronomical accident! - Summary by Original Gutenberg text</p> |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/wandl-the-invader-by-ray-cummings/ |
nine major planets solar system within boundaries man first set interplanetary commerce began trading ancient martian civilization discovered tenth planet a maverick tenth world orbit strange one heading inwards interstellar space heading close earth mars spaceways upsetting astronautic calculations raising turmoil two inhabited worlds even none suspected much trouble new world would make wandl invader barren planetoid manned world manned minds monsters traveling system purpose beyond astronomical accident summary original gutenberg text p |
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9846 |
Growth of Love |
Robert Bridges |
Sonnets |
Robert Bridges, who was appointed Poet Laureate in 1913, published three versions of his sonnet sequence, The Growth of Love:<br />1876 - 24 sonnets<br />1889 - 79 sonnets<br />1898 - 69 sonnets<br />The second edition, which is the subject of this recording, was re-published in 1894, with an extensive introduction from another celebrated poet, Lionel Johnson.<br /><br />The title of the work is a little misleading, as it suggests a process of development, a deepening understanding, by which one arrives at a more comprehensive appreciation of the mysterious entity which we call love. In fact, Bridge's journey is a meandering, rather than a goal-oriented path. Each sonnet is a window through which the poet gazes at one of the multifarious aspects of a quintessential numinosity which will always escape definition. Bridge's approach is one of gentle and courteous appreciation, observational rather than meditative, and almost completely free from the feeling of striving for salvation or apotheosis. (Summary by Algy Pug)</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-growth-of-love-by-robert-bridges/ |
robert bridges appointed poet laureate 1913 published three versions sonnet sequence growth love br 1876 24 sonnets br 1889 79 sonnets br 1898 69 sonnets br the second edition subject recording re published 1894 extensive introduction another celebrated poet lionel johnson br br the title work little misleading suggests process development deepening understanding one arrives comprehensive appreciation mysterious entity call love fact bridge s journey meandering rather goal oriented path sonnet window poet gazes one multifarious aspects quintessential numinosity always escape definition bridge s approach one gentle courteous appreciation observational rather meditative almost completely free feeling striving salvation apotheosis summary algy pug p |
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9847 |
Chronicles of Canada Volume 32 - The Railway Builders: A Chronicle of Overland Highways |
Oscar D. Skelton |
Modern (19th C), Transportation |
When the pace of railroad construction slackened in 1914, Canada had achieved a remarkable position in the railway world. Only five other countries—the United States, Russia, Germany, India, and, by a small margin, France—possessed a greater mileage; and, relatively to population, none came anywhere near her. This is the story of how Canada became a country stitched together by rail. - Summary by TriciaG</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-railway-builders-a-chronicle-of-overland-highways-by-oscar-d-skelton/ |
pace railroad construction slackened 1914 canada achieved remarkable position railway world five countries the united states russia germany india and small margin france possessed greater mileage and relatively population none came anywhere near her story canada became country stitched together rail summary triciag p |
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9848 |
Dramatized Bible Stories of the Old Testament |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
Hear the stories of the Old Testament brought to life in this Dramatised Reading of selections from the King James Version. Feel the sweep of Bible history through the stories of key people: Adam and Eve, Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Gideon, Samson, Saul, David, Solomon, Elijah, Elisha, Jonah and Daniel. A full cast recording by Librivox volunteers brings to life the people of the Old Testament from Aaron to Zipporah!\n<br>\nPlease note that Ruth, Esther, Job and the Song of Solomon have been dramatised separately, and are available in the catalogue as standalone projects. (summary by Beth Thomas)<br><br>\n\nReaders: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10161">Taysha Lynn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9040">E Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10044">SeekWisdom</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10005">michaelcjohnson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10048">David Allen</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10445">Michael Landu</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9041">Gideon Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10193">Howard Watts</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7475">Jared Hess</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10196">Anfinwen</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10125">Florian Lengyel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10221">David Lodes</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10662">Bethesda Lily</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5346">Levi Throckmorton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10903">Amber Jewels</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10080">Jay Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10432">Cobalt Minnow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9998">Andrew Snowdon</a>\n<br><br>\nEditors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a>\n<br><br>\nProof-listeners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10627">Georgina Shaw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dramatized-bible-stories-of-the-old-testament-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
hear stories old testament brought life dramatised reading selections king james version feel sweep bible history stories key people adam eve abraham jacob joseph moses joshua gideon samson saul david solomon elijah elisha jonah daniel full cast recording librivox volunteers brings life people old testament aaron zipporah br please note ruth esther job song solomon dramatised separately available catalogue standalone projects summary beth thomas br br readers a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a a href https librivox org reader 10161 taysha lynn a a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a a href https librivox org reader 10044 seekwisdom a a href https librivox org reader 10005 michaelcjohnson a a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a a href https librivox org reader 10048 david allen a a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a a href https librivox org reader 10445 michael landu a a href https librivox org reader 9041 gideon snow a a href https librivox org reader 10193 howard watts a a href https librivox org reader 7475 jared hess a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a a href https librivox org reader 10196 anfinwen a a href https librivox org reader 10125 florian lengyel a a href https librivox org reader 10221 david lodes a a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a a href https librivox org reader 10662 bethesda lily a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 5346 levi throckmorton a a href https librivox org reader 3776 bethany baldwin a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 10903 amber jewels a a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a a href https librivox org reader 10080 jay snow a a href https librivox org reader 10432 cobalt minnow a a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a a href https librivox org reader 9998 andrew snowdon a br br editors a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 9759 kim a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br br proof listeners a href https librivox org reader 10627 georgina shaw a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br |
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9849 |
Flower Stories |
Lenore Elizabeth Mulets |
Animals & Nature, General |
This volume contains stories, poems, and facts about lots of different flowers, intended for teaching children. It is divided into thirteen parts, each covering a different type of flower. - Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/flower-stories-by-lenore-elizabeth-mulets/ |
volume contains stories poems facts lots different flowers intended teaching children divided thirteen parts covering different type flower summary rachel p |
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9219 |
9850 |
Mystical City of God, Volume 1 |
Venerable María de Jesús de Ágreda |
Christianity - Other |
The Mystical City of God is a book written in the 17th-century by the Franciscan nun, Venerable Mary of Jesus of Ágreda.\n<br><br>\nAccording to María de Ágreda, the book was to a considerable extent dictated to her by the Blessed Virgin Mary and regarded the life of the Virgin Mary and the divine plan for creation and the salvation of souls. The work alternates between descriptions of the Trinity, the Virgin Mary's life, and the spiritual guidance she provides to the author, by whom her words were reproduced for the spiritual benefit and growth of the reader. The book describes at length the various virtues, and how the reader should live in order to see them reflected in their own life, with the Virgin Mary as their model for sanctity. The work has the Imprimatur of several Popes and Bishops and appeals primarily to those who believe in “private revelation” and the sanctity of Mary. \n<br><br>\nVolume one deals with the Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. "The Sacramental Mysteries wrought by the Most High in the Queen of Heaven from the time of her Immaculate Conception until the Incarnation of the Word in her virginal womb, and how much merit she herself acquired through Divine Grace by profiting from the favors conferred upon her during those first fifteen years of her life." - Summary by Wikipedia and Introduction</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/mystical-city-of-god-volume-1-by-venerable-maria-de-jesus-de-agreda/ |
mystical city god book written 17th century franciscan nun venerable mary jesus ágreda br br according maría de ágreda book considerable extent dictated blessed virgin mary regarded life virgin mary divine plan creation salvation souls work alternates descriptions trinity virgin mary s life spiritual guidance provides author words reproduced spiritual benefit growth reader book describes length various virtues reader live order see reflected life virgin mary model sanctity work imprimatur several popes bishops appeals primarily believe private revelation sanctity mary br br volume one deals conception blessed virgin mary the sacramental mysteries wrought high queen heaven time immaculate conception incarnation word virginal womb much merit acquired divine grace profiting favors conferred upon first fifteen years life summary wikipedia introduction p |
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9220 |
9851 |
Wanted - A Pedigree |
Martha Finley |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Nina Clemmens was adopted as a baby. When her parents die, she goes to live with her religious aunt, who mistreats her because of her temper and her origin. Nina has been haunted by a woman in black for her whole life. She meets Dr. Monteith, who is a widower whose wife died in childbirth. Will Nina be safe with him? Will she come to know the God both her aunt and Dr. Monteith claim to serve? Will she ever be accepted despite her lack of pedigree? When a young man carelessly insults her, she vows revenge. But it is not as simple as she thought. Will she be reconciled to the one she loves? Will the mystery of the woman in black be solved? (Summary by Bria Snow) |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/wanted-a-pedigree-by-martha-finley/ |
nina clemmens adopted baby parents die goes live religious aunt mistreats temper origin nina haunted woman black whole life meets dr monteith widower whose wife died childbirth nina safe him come know god aunt dr monteith claim serve ever accepted despite lack pedigree young man carelessly insults her vows revenge simple thought reconciled one loves mystery woman black solved summary bria snow |
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9221 |
9852 |
Bible (YLT) 17: Esther |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
Esther (/ˈɛstər/; Hebrew: אֶסְתֵּר, Modern Ester, Tiberian ʼEstēr), born Hadassah, is the eponymous heroine of the Book of Esther. According to the Hebrew Bible, Esther was a Jewish queen of the Persian king Ahasuerus. Ahasuerus is traditionally identified with Xerxes I during the time of the Achaemenid empire. Her story is the basis for the celebration of Purim in Jewish tradition. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-esther-ylt-mp/ |
esther ˈɛstər hebrew א ס ת ר modern ester tiberian ʼestēr born hadassah eponymous heroine book esther according hebrew bible esther jewish queen persian king ahasuerus ahasuerus traditionally identified xerxes time achaemenid empire story basis celebration purim jewish tradition summary wikipedia p |
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9853 |
Short Works on Sports Collection 01 |
Various |
Sports Fiction, Sports & Recreation |
A miscellany of poetry and short works of fact and fiction on the topic of sports from North America, Great Britain and Australasia. The collection includes pieces on baseball, cricket, lacrosse, cycling, athletics, fishing, polo, fencing, marbles and three kinds of football, by authors including Arnold Bennett, Zane Grey, Banjo Paterson, and P. G. Wodehouse. (Summary by Phil Benson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-works-on-sports-01/ |
miscellany poetry short works fact fiction topic sports north america great britain australasia collection includes pieces baseball cricket lacrosse cycling athletics fishing polo fencing marbles three kinds football authors including arnold bennett zane grey banjo paterson p g wodehouse summary phil benson |
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9223 |
9854 |
Genealogy of Morals |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Modern |
In 1887, with the view of amplifying and completing certain new doctrines which he had merely sketched in Beyond Good and Evil (see especially Aphorism 260), Nietzsche published The Genealogy of Morals. This work is perhaps the least aphoristic, in form, of all Nietzsche's productions. For analytical power, more especially in those parts where Nietzsche examines the ascetic ideal, The Genealogy of Morals is unequalled by any other of his works; and, in the light which it throws upon the attitude of the ecclesiast to the man of resentment and misfortune, it is one of the most valuable contributions to sacerdotal psychology. (summary by the editor of the Samuel translation) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-genealogy-of-morals-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
1887 view amplifying completing certain new doctrines merely sketched beyond good evil see especially aphorism 260 nietzsche published genealogy morals work perhaps least aphoristic form nietzsche s productions analytical power especially parts nietzsche examines ascetic ideal genealogy morals unequalled works and light throws upon attitude ecclesiast man resentment misfortune one valuable contributions sacerdotal psychology summary editor samuel translation p |
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9912 |
Cloud Studies |
Arthur William Clayden |
Earth Sciences |
Classification of clouds, and meteorological condition of how they are formed. Written by Arthur W. Clayden, M.A., who was the former principal of University College, Exeter, UK - (Summary by Jennifer Dallman)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/cloud-studies-by-arthur-william-clayden/ |
classification clouds meteorological condition formed written arthur w clayden m a former principal university college exeter uk summary jennifer dallman p |
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9855 |
Hund von Baskerville |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
Dartmoor, England, Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts. Der alte Sir Charles Baskerville wird in der Allee vor seinem Landsitz in Dartmoor, wo er spät abends offensichtlich auf jemanden gewartet hat, mit einem von Entsetzen entstellten Gesicht tot aufgefunden. Die Umstände seines Todes erscheinen zunächst mysteriös, zumal am Tatort die Spuren eines ungeheuer großen Hundes gefunden werden. Sollte tatsächlich der dämonische "Hund der Baskervilles" für seinen Tod verantwortlich sein? Dieser treibt sich der Sage nach auf dem nahe gelegenen Moor herum, seit Sir Hugo Baskerville, ein Vorfahr des Sir Charles, vor über 100 Jahren betrunken ein Mädchen zu Tode hetzte, das ihm nicht zu Willen sein wollte, und danach von einem monströsen und geheimnisvollen Hund angefallen und getötet wurde. Dr. Mortimer, Landarzt und alter Freund der Familie, bittet Sherlock Holmes um seine Hilfe bei diesem außergewöhnlichen Fall.\nAls dann der Erbe des Familienbesitzes, der in Kanada lebende junge Sir Henry Baskerville, auf dem Landsitz eintrifft, um sein Erbe anzutreten, erhält dieser einen anonymen Brief, der ihn eindringlich vor dem Moor warnt und zur sofortigen Abreise drängt. Wer will verhindern, dass Sir Henry seinen Wohnsitz auf Baskerville Hall nimmt? Was hat es mit dem entflohenen Sträfling auf sich, der sich angeblich im Moor versteckt hält? Und welche Rolle spielen der zwielichtige Naturforscher Stapleton und seine Schwester Beryl, in die sich Sir Henry verliebt? Sherlock Holmes und sein Freund Dr. Watson müssen ihren ganzen detektivischen Scharfsinn aufbieten, um hinter die Geheimnisse dieses rätselhaften Falles zu kommen. (Zusammenfassung von Karlsson) |
German |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/der-hund-von-baskerville-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
dartmoor england ende des 19 jahrhunderts der alte sir charles baskerville wird der allee vor seinem landsitz dartmoor wo er spät abends offensichtlich auf jemanden gewartet hat mit einem von entsetzen entstellten gesicht tot aufgefunden die umstände seines todes erscheinen zunächst mysteriös zumal tatort die spuren eines ungeheuer großen hundes gefunden werden sollte tatsächlich der dämonische hund der baskervilles für seinen tod verantwortlich sein dieser treibt sich der sage nach auf dem nahe gelegenen moor herum seit sir hugo baskerville ein vorfahr des sir charles vor über 100 jahren betrunken ein mädchen zu tode hetzte das ihm nicht zu willen sein wollte und danach von einem monströsen und geheimnisvollen hund angefallen und getötet wurde dr mortimer landarzt und alter freund der familie bittet sherlock holmes um seine hilfe bei diesem außergewöhnlichen fall als dann der erbe des familienbesitzes der kanada lebende junge sir henry baskerville auf dem landsitz eintrifft um sein erbe anzutreten erhält dieser einen anonymen brief der ihn eindringlich vor dem moor warnt und zur sofortigen abreise drängt wer verhindern dass sir henry seinen wohnsitz auf baskerville hall nimmt hat es mit dem entflohenen sträfling auf sich der sich angeblich im moor versteckt hält und welche rolle spielen der zwielichtige naturforscher stapleton und seine schwester beryl die sich sir henry verliebt sherlock holmes und sein freund dr watson müssen ihren ganzen detektivischen scharfsinn aufbieten um hinter die geheimnisse dieses rätselhaften falles zu kommen zusammenfassung von karlsson |
| 9287 |
9225 |
9856 |
Boy Scouts Handbook |
Boy Scouts of America |
Children's Non-fiction, Sports & Recreation |
The Boy Scouts of America was founded over a hundred years ago to serve the young men of the United States of America and give them the same oppurtunities that Boy Scouts all over the world were receiving. Modeled after Robert Baden-Powell's Scouting for Boys, the Boy Scouts Handbook of the Boy Scouts of America gave the original american Boy Scouts a taste of adventure, excitement, and values for them to use for the rest of their life, and is still good reading for the modern age.\nThis is the first edition, published in 1911. - Summary by Kangaroo692 |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/boy-scouts-handbook-by-boy-scouts-of-america/ |
boy scouts america founded hundred years ago serve young men united states america give oppurtunities boy scouts world receiving modeled robert baden powell s scouting boys boy scouts handbook boy scouts america gave original american boy scouts taste adventure excitement values use rest life still good reading modern age first edition published 1911 summary kangaroo692 |
| 9288 |
9226 |
9857 |
Shame of Going Back |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Henry Archibald Hertzberg Lawson was an Australian writer and poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial period and is often called Australia's "greatest short story writer". - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-shame-of-going-back-by-henry-lawson/ |
henry archibald hertzberg lawson australian writer poet along contemporary banjo paterson lawson among best known australian poets fiction writers colonial period often called australia s greatest short story writer summary wikipedia p |
| 9289 |
9227 |
9858 |
Sonnet (From the Spanish of Plácido) |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Weldon Johnson was an American author, educator, lawyer, diplomat, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Johnson is best remembered for his leadership of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), where he started working in 1917. In 1920 he was the first black to be chosen as executive secretary of the organization, effectively the operating officer. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-from-the-spanish-of-placido-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
james weldon johnson american author educator lawyer diplomat songwriter civil rights activist johnson best remembered leadership national association advancement colored people naacp started working 1917 1920 first black chosen executive secretary organization effectively operating officer summary wikipedia p |
| 9290 |
9228 |
9859 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 027 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-027/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 9291 |
9229 |
9860 |
Life-Story of a Russian Exile |
Marie Sukloff |
Political Science, Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
Hero or assassin? Victim or criminal? Marie Sukloff fits no easy category. A young peasant woman who became a political radical and activist, Sukloff carried out an assassination plot against a Russian governor known for murderous pogroms and rampages against the Jews of his province. This mesmerizing autobiographical account tells the story of Sukloff's peasant childhood, radicalization, direct action, exile to Siberia, and escape. She tells her story with a colorful verve, sincerity, intensity, and simplicity that makes it almost impossible to put down, raising questions of political philosophy and responsibility that challenge the complacency of every reader. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-story-of-a-russian-exile-by-marie-sukloff/ |
hero assassin victim criminal marie sukloff fits easy category young peasant woman became political radical activist sukloff carried assassination plot russian governor known murderous pogroms rampages jews province mesmerizing autobiographical account tells story sukloff s peasant childhood radicalization direct action exile siberia escape tells story colorful verve sincerity intensity simplicity makes almost impossible put down raising questions political philosophy responsibility challenge complacency every reader summary expatriate p |
| 9292 |
9230 |
9861 |
Lancashire Dialogues |
John Byrom |
Single author |
A scion of the Byroms of Byrom Hall in Lowton, Lancashire, John Byrom was born and lived in Manchester and Salford for much of his life. Educated at Cambridge, Byrom become a member of the Royal Society and a leading poet of his day. In addition to his poetical works, he invented a system of shorthand, composed the Christmas carol "Christians awake! Salute the happy morn", and coined the phrase "Tweedledum and Tweedledee". Byrom's work included three early poems in the Lancashire dialect, for which he was well remembered by the Lancashire dialect writers of the 19th century, in the form of satirical dialogues on topics of current political interest. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1773 |
https://librivox.org/lancashire-dialogues-by-john-byrom/ |
scion byroms byrom hall lowton lancashire john byrom born lived manchester salford much life educated cambridge byrom become member royal society leading poet day addition poetical works invented system shorthand composed christmas carol christians awake salute happy morn coined phrase tweedledum tweedledee byrom s work included three early poems lancashire dialect well remembered lancashire dialect writers 19th century form satirical dialogues topics current political interest summary phil benson p |
| 9293 |
9231 |
9862 |
Aitreya-Aranyaka Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shlokas (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>Aryanka (Snskrit) आरण्यक means means pertaining to the forest. Aranyaka refers to a treatise to be read or expounded by anchorites in the quiet of the forest. Some Upanishads are incorporated inside Aranyakas. The subjects treated by Aranyakas are, in general, liturgical whereas the Upanishads are philosophical. The Aitareya-Aranyaka consists of three Aryankas. The first Aranyaka is purely liturgical, giving a description of the Mahavrata ritual. The second and third Aranyankas consist of the Mahaitareya Upanishad, while the Upanishad generally known as Aitareya Upanishad comprises 4th, 5th, and 6th adhyayas of the second Aranyaka. The date of Aitareya Upanishad is not known but has been estimated by scholars to be sometime around 6th or 5th century BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". - Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/aitreya-aranyaka-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shlokas a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br aryanka snskrit आरण यक means means pertaining forest aranyaka refers treatise read expounded anchorites quiet forest upanishads incorporated inside aranyakas subjects treated aranyakas are general liturgical whereas upanishads philosophical aitareya aranyaka consists three aryankas first aranyaka purely liturgical giving description mahavrata ritual second third aranyankas consist mahaitareya upanishad upanishad generally known aitareya upanishad comprises 4th 5th 6th adhyayas second aranyaka date aitareya upanishad known estimated scholars sometime around 6th 5th century bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
| 9294 |
9232 |
9863 |
Jonah |
Aldous Huxley |
Single author |
Though Aldous Huxley gained popularity from his novels and essays, he started his writing career as a poet. Jonah, his second compilation of poetry, is a collection of twelve poems (four of which are written in French). He published it, at the age of 23, for Christmas in 1917.</p>\n\nHe stated his intention to stop writing poetry at the end of the volume, but actually went on to publish numerous compilations after Jonah. (Mary Kay) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/jonah-by-aldous-huxley/ |
though aldous huxley gained popularity novels essays started writing career poet jonah second compilation poetry collection twelve poems four written french published it age 23 christmas 1917 p stated intention stop writing poetry end volume actually went publish numerous compilations jonah mary kay p |
| 9295 |
9233 |
9864 |
Poetry of Sa'di - A Selection |
Saadi |
Poetry |
Shaikh Sa’di, also known as Saadi Shirazi, the nightingale of Shiraz, as Jami poetically calls this gifted poet, was born at Shiraz, the capital of Persia, near the end of the twelfth century.<br>\n\nBy turns, a student, a water-carrier, a traveller, a soldier fighting against the Christians in the Crusades, a prisoner employed to dig trenches before Tripoli. and an honored poet in his protracted old age at home, — his varied and severe experience took away all provincial tone, and gave him a facility of speaking to all conditions. But the commanding reason of his wider popularity is his deeper sense, which, in his treatment, expands the local forms and tints to a cosmopolitan breadth.<br>\n\nThis dervish wit and linguist the Mohammedans worshipped as a saint, even attributing miracles to him. His body now lies entombed in the valley of Shiraz, and is daily visited by devout pilgrims who say of him, in true Oriental fashion, that he “perforated with the diamond of his soul the precious stones of his experiences, and, after gathering them on the string of eloquence, hung them for a talisman round the neck of posterity.”<br>\n\nAmong Sa'di's best known works are the Gulistan, or Rose Garden, and the Bustan, or the Garden of Perfume. The Gulistan is a collection of short pithy stories, based on Sa'di’s own varied experiences, and read, it is said, from the middle of China to the extreme corners of Africa, forming as it does the basis of instruction in Mohammedan schools. The Bustan, Sa'di’s other famous work, is also used as a text-book in military and civil examinations, and consists of ten chapters of didactic verse. (From the introduction by Nathan Haskell Dole and Belle Walker) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-poetry-of-sadi-a-selection-by-saadi/ |
shaikh sa di also known saadi shirazi nightingale shiraz jami poetically calls gifted poet born shiraz capital persia near end twelfth century br turns student water carrier traveller soldier fighting christians crusades prisoner employed dig trenches tripoli honored poet protracted old age home varied severe experience took away provincial tone gave facility speaking conditions commanding reason wider popularity deeper sense which treatment expands local forms tints cosmopolitan breadth br dervish wit linguist mohammedans worshipped saint even attributing miracles him body lies entombed valley shiraz daily visited devout pilgrims say him true oriental fashion perforated diamond soul precious stones experiences and gathering string eloquence hung talisman round neck posterity br among sa di s best known works gulistan rose garden bustan garden perfume gulistan collection short pithy stories based sa di s varied experiences read said middle china extreme corners africa forming basis instruction mohammedan schools bustan sa di s famous work also used text book military civil examinations consists ten chapters didactic verse from introduction nathan haskell dole belle walker p |
| 9296 |
9234 |
9865 |
Journal of Julius Rodman |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Literary Fiction |
The Journal of Julius Rodman, Being an Account of the First Passage across the Rocky Mountains of North America Ever Achieved by Civilized Man is an unfinished serial novel by American author Edgar Allan Poe published in 1840. Six installments of the novel were published in Burton's Gentleman's Magazine's January through June issues in 1840. At the time, Poe was a contributing editor of the journal. He was fired from the job in June 1840 by William Burton and refused to continue the novel. - Summary by wikipedia</p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/the-journal-of-julius-rodman-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
journal julius rodman account first passage across rocky mountains north america ever achieved civilized man unfinished serial novel american author edgar allan poe published 1840 six installments novel published burton s gentleman s magazine s january june issues 1840 time poe contributing editor journal fired job june 1840 william burton refused continue novel summary wikipedia p |
| 9297 |
9235 |
9866 |
Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Short Stories, General |
A sequel to Oldtown Folks, featuring some of the same characters, these are 15 charming short stories told by ole' Sam Lawson to entertain Horace and Bill, two impressionable, curious and clever young boys of Oldtown (a fictional 1850's New England village), during evenings gathered around the hearth, or roaming with Sam around the countryside. Stowe faithfully and masterfully captures many of the colloquial expressions, superstitions, beliefs, customs and habits of the period that have almost completely faded from modern American culture, as well as conveying many truths about the human condition that haven't changed a bit. ~ Summary by soloist Michele Fry </p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/oldtown-fireside-stories-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
sequel oldtown folks featuring characters 15 charming short stories told ole sam lawson entertain horace bill two impressionable curious clever young boys oldtown a fictional 1850 s new england village evenings gathered around hearth roaming sam around countryside stowe faithfully masterfully captures many colloquial expressions superstitions beliefs customs habits period almost completely faded modern american culture well conveying many truths human condition changed bit summary soloist michele fry p |
| 9298 |
9236 |
9867 |
Cynical Miss Catherwaight |
Richard Harding Davis |
Short Stories |
This is the story of Miss Catherwaight, collector of "dishonored honors" - medals of honor pawned by the persons they were awarded to. Part of Miss Catherwaight's collection are also the stories behind each award, and she tends to look down on their former owners for giving them away - until she finds a particular token in the shape of a heart... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-cynical-miss-catherwaight-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
story miss catherwaight collector dishonored honors medals honor pawned persons awarded to part miss catherwaight s collection also stories behind award tends look former owners giving away finds particular token shape heart summary carolin p |
| 9299 |
9264 |
9895 |
Romantic Adventures of a Milkmaid |
Thomas Hardy |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
A milkmaid, Margery, encounters a mysterious foreigner and perhaps prevents him from committing suicide. In gratitude, the man offers her any reward she can name. She tells him she wants to go to a ball. He takes her, admittedly a bit reluctantly, to a yeoman's ball in a neighboring county. From there the story continues because of course, a lot happens after the ball. She happens to already have an engagement to a local lad but his hold over her seems to grow of its own accord. This Hardy story may not end the way you wish, but that is often true of stories by this master writer. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-romantic-adventures-of-a-milkmaid-by-thomas-hardy/ |
milkmaid margery encounters mysterious foreigner perhaps prevents committing suicide gratitude man offers reward name tells wants go ball takes her admittedly bit reluctantly yeoman s ball neighboring county story continues course lot happens ball happens already engagement local lad hold seems grow accord hardy story may end way wish often true stories master writer summary phil chenevert p |
| 9300 |
9237 |
9868 |
Essay on the Development of Christian Doctrine |
John Henry Newman |
Christianity - Commentary |
After a long struggle against liberal tendencies in the Church of England and an unsuccessful attempt to establish the position of Anglicanism as a branch of historical Christianity whose doctrines could be proven to be identical with those of the primitive Church, John Henry Newman came to the painful realization that he could no longer remain a member of the Anglican Church. Increasingly drawn to Catholicism, he was nevertheless repulsed by the idea that the Roman Church, while preserving many ancient doctrines, had contaminated the faith by mixing into it its own invented traditions. Or could it be that these "new" doctrines were truly already present from the beginning, having only become more explicit and better understood with the passage of the centuries? "So, I determined to write an essay on Doctrinal Development; and then, if, at the end of it, my convictions in favour of the Roman Church were not weaker, to make up my mind to seek admission into her fold" (Newman, Apologia Pro Vita Sua). - Summary by ekortright |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-on-the-development-of-christian-doctrine-by-john-henry-newman/ |
long struggle liberal tendencies church england unsuccessful attempt establish position anglicanism branch historical christianity whose doctrines could proven identical primitive church john henry newman came painful realization could longer remain member anglican church increasingly drawn catholicism nevertheless repulsed idea roman church preserving many ancient doctrines contaminated faith mixing invented traditions could new doctrines truly already present beginning become explicit better understood passage centuries so determined write essay doctrinal development then if end it convictions favour roman church weaker make mind seek admission fold newman apologia pro vita sua summary ekortright |
| 9301 |
9238 |
9869 |
School Book of Forestry |
Charles Lathrop Pack |
*Non-fiction |
Written by a third-generation timberman, this book discusses what forests are, their primary enemies, and their benefits to others. Additionally, mention is made of the U.S. National Forest system. - Summary by KHand</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-school-book-of-forestry-by-charles-lathrop-pack/ |
written third generation timberman book discusses forests are primary enemies benefits others additionally mention made u s national forest system summary khand p |
| 9302 |
9239 |
9870 |
Tarrano the Conqueror |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
In "Tarrano the Conqueror" is presented a tale of the year 2430 A.D.--a time somewhat farther beyond our present-day era than we are beyond\nColumbus' discovery of America. My desire has been to create for you the impression that you have suddenly been plunged forward into that\ntime--to give you the feeling Columbus might have had could he have read a novel of our present-day life.</p>\n\nTo this end I have conceived myself a writer of that future time, addressing his contemporary public. You are to imagine yourself reading\na present day translation of my original text--a translation so free that a thousand little colloquialisms will have crept into it that could\nnot possibly have their counterparts in the year 2430.\n - Summary by From the author's preface</p> |
English |
1930 |
https://librivox.org/tarrano-the-conqueror-by-ray-cummings/ |
tarrano conqueror presented tale year 2430 a d a time somewhat farther beyond present day era beyond columbus discovery america desire create impression suddenly plunged forward time to give feeling columbus might could read novel present day life p end conceived writer future time addressing contemporary public imagine reading present day translation original text a translation free thousand little colloquialisms crept could possibly counterparts year 2430 summary author s preface p |
| 9303 |
9240 |
9871 |
Birds of Prey |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Literary Fiction |
The first part of the book builds the characters of four con men who become interconnected and attempt their schemes on each other. This book is the first of a two part story, the second part is the book Charlotte's Inheritance.</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/birds-of-prey-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
first part book builds characters four con men become interconnected attempt schemes other book first two part story second part book charlotte s inheritance p |
| 9304 |
9241 |
9872 |
Sonnets |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Sonnets |
This is a collection of Julia Caroline Dorr's Sonnets, from her collected poems. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-sonnets-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
collection julia caroline dorr s sonnets collected poems summary carolin p |
| 9305 |
9242 |
9873 |
Watchman and Other Poems |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Poetry |
<br />While L. M. Montgomery is better known for her novels, such as <i>Anne of Green Gables</i> and <i>Emily of New Moon</i>, she also wrote hundreds of poems. Her love of beauty, nature, and the sea is evident in this, the only volume of her poetry published during her lifetime. - Summary by Rachel <p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-watchman-and-other-poems-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
br while l m montgomery better known novels i anne green gables i i emily new moon i also wrote hundreds poems love beauty nature sea evident this volume poetry published lifetime summary rachel p |
| 9306 |
9243 |
9874 |
Oldtown Folks |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
1870's rural Massachusetts communities became famous as “Oldtown” in Harriet Beecher Stowe's 7th novel and national bestseller. Based partially on her husband Rev. Calvin Stowe's childhood memories and other old timers' recollections, this story of growing up in rural New England just after the American Revolution is one of the earliest examples of local color writing in New England. Young Horace Holyoke, the novel's narrator, describes life during the early Federalist years, capturing its many rich ideas, customs, and family lore. Villagers wrestle with loyalties to the fledgling government, and with the new secular rationalism provoked by the young nation’s Founders. Clashes between Puritanism, Calvinism, and Arminianism abound. This book helped with the depreciation of Calvinism in that time. Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/oldtown-folks-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
1870 s rural massachusetts communities became famous oldtown harriet beecher stowe s 7th novel national bestseller based partially husband rev calvin stowe s childhood memories old timers recollections story growing rural new england american revolution one earliest examples local color writing new england young horace holyoke novel s narrator describes life early federalist years capturing many rich ideas customs family lore villagers wrestle loyalties fledgling government new secular rationalism provoked young nation s founders clashes puritanism calvinism arminianism abound book helped depreciation calvinism time summary michele fry |
| 9307 |
10260 |
10903 |
Life of Captain James Cook |
Arthur Octavius Kitson |
Biography & Autobiography, History |
“In publishing a popular edition of my work, Captain James Cook, R.N., F.R.S., it has, of course, been necessary to condense it, but care has been taken to omit nothing of importance, and at the same time a few slight errors have been corrected, and some new information has been added, chiefly relating to the disposition of documents.” - Summary by the author. |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-captain-james-cook-by-arthur-octavius-kitson/ |
in publishing popular edition work captain james cook r n f r s has course necessary condense it care taken omit nothing importance time slight errors corrected new information added chiefly relating disposition documents summary author |
| 9308 |
9244 |
9875 |
Canne al vento |
Grazia Deledda |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
"Canne al vento" è il più noto romanzo di Grazia Deledda, a tutt’oggi unica donna italiana insignita del Premio Nobel per la Letteratura. Pubblicato nel 1913, si tratta di un autentico capolavoro che riscosse fin dall’inizio un notevole successo di pubblico e critica.\nIl titolo dell’opera racchiude il tema tanto caro alla scrittrice sarda, quello della “sorte” cui si devono piegare gli uomini, soggetti fragili che, proprio come le canne sbattute dal vento, subiscono la forza e l’inesorabilità del destino, volto a definire la vita dei singoli a dispetto dei personali proponimenti.\nSullo sfondo del paesaggio rurale di una Sardegna del primo Novecento rimasta immutata da secoli, a dimostrare questo sono i protagonisti del romanzo, a partire dall’unica delle sorelle Pintor che, ribellandosi alla rigida autorità paterna, tenterà di sfuggire a un destino già segnato nella sua terra natìa, e la cui scelta si ripercuoterà ineluttabilmente sull'esistenza dei familiari rimasti a casa, sulla vita del fedele servo Efix, nonché su quella del figlio Giacinto, che a quella terra abbandonata dalla madre farà, un giorno, ritorno… (Paola Toldo) |
Italian |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/canne-al-vento-by-grazia-deledda/ |
canne al vento è il più noto romanzo di grazia deledda tutt oggi unica donna italiana insignita del premio nobel per la letteratura pubblicato nel 1913 si tratta di un autentico capolavoro che riscosse fin dall inizio un notevole successo di pubblico e critica il titolo dell opera racchiude il tema tanto caro alla scrittrice sarda quello della sorte cui si devono piegare gli uomini soggetti fragili che proprio come le canne sbattute dal vento subiscono la forza e l inesorabilità del destino volto definire la vita dei singoli dispetto dei personali proponimenti sullo sfondo del paesaggio rurale di una sardegna del primo novecento rimasta immutata da secoli dimostrare questo sono protagonisti del romanzo partire dall unica delle sorelle pintor che ribellandosi alla rigida autorità paterna tenterà di sfuggire un destino già segnato nella sua terra natìa e la cui scelta si ripercuoterà ineluttabilmente sull esistenza dei familiari rimasti casa sulla vita del fedele servo efix nonché su quella del figlio giacinto che quella terra abbandonata dalla madre farà un giorno ritorno paola toldo |
| 9309 |
9245 |
9876 |
Fables in Rhyme for Little Folks (version 2) |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a short book which collects together 18 charming fables, written in rhyme and intended to be enjoyed by children. Based on stories which were originally written in French by Jean de la Fontaine, these quirky fables are sure to entertain people of all ages. - Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/fables-in-rhyme-for-little-folks-by-william-trowbridge-larned/ |
short book collects together 18 charming fables written rhyme intended enjoyed children based stories originally written french jean de la fontaine quirky fables sure entertain people ages summary rosslyn carlyle p |
| 9310 |
9246 |
9877 |
verkaufte Großmutter |
Hanns Heinz Ewers |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Der brave kleine Otto aus gutem Hause freundet sich mit dem Arbeiterkind Jupp an, weil der eine ganz besondere Großmutter hat - eine Großmutter, die Märchen erzählen kann. Bald träumen sich die Buben selbst ins Märchenreich und erleben allerlei Abenteuer.\n<br></br>\nEwers' Märchen sind vor allem erst mal anders, ein bisschen subversiv, ein bisschen satirisch, ein Vergnügen für kleine und große Leser und Zuhörer.\n<br></br> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/die-verkaufte-grossmutter-by-hanns-heinz-ewers/ |
der brave kleine otto aus gutem hause freundet sich mit dem arbeiterkind jupp an weil der eine ganz besondere großmutter hat eine großmutter die märchen erzählen kann bald träumen sich die buben selbst ins märchenreich und erleben allerlei abenteuer br br ewers märchen sind vor allem erst mal anders ein bisschen subversiv ein bisschen satirisch ein vergnügen für kleine und große leser und zuhörer br br |
| 9311 |
9247 |
9878 |
Cousin Betty |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
Cousin Betty (La Cousine Bette), published in serial format in 1846, was one of the last and greatest of Balzac's works. It was part of his long novel collection titled La Comédie Humaine. Set in mid-19th-century France, it tells the story of a woman who resents her position as a "poor relation." As we follow her schemes to bring ruin upon the more privileged members of her family, we see a society in transition. The stability and idealism of the old order give way to a new bourgeois world in which virtue is strangled in the struggle for power and money. In this novel, Balzac searchingly probes the psychology and motivations of his characters: his work influenced the development of literary realism, as practised by writers such as Dickens, Dostoyevsky, Flaubert, Proust, and Henry James. - Summary by Bruce Pirie</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/cousin-betty-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
cousin betty la cousine bette published serial format 1846 one last greatest balzac s works part long novel collection titled la comédie humaine set mid 19th century france tells story woman resents position poor relation follow schemes bring ruin upon privileged members family see society transition stability idealism old order give way new bourgeois world virtue strangled struggle power money novel balzac searchingly probes psychology motivations characters work influenced development literary realism practised writers dickens dostoyevsky flaubert proust henry james summary bruce pirie p |
| 9312 |
9248 |
9879 |
Uganda's White Man of Work: A Story of Alexander M. Mackay |
Sophia Lyon Fahs |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
When Henry Stanley (the famous journalist who went to find David Livingstone) was in Africa , he met a king named Mutesa. This king had started believing his tribe's Ugandan traditions about spirits and devils. Then some Arabs came through and Mutesa converted to Islam. When Mr. Stanley came and told Mutesa about God, Mutesa became a Christian and asked Mr. Stanley to get the English to send back missionaries so he and his tribe could learn more about God. Alexander Mackay was one of those courageous men who answered the call. (Summary by Esther ben Simonides) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ugandas-white-man-of-work-a-story-of-alexander-m-mackay-by-sophia-lyon-fahs/ |
henry stanley the famous journalist went find david livingstone africa met king named mutesa king started believing tribe s ugandan traditions spirits devils arabs came mutesa converted islam mr stanley came told mutesa god mutesa became christian asked mr stanley get english send back missionaries tribe could learn god alexander mackay one courageous men answered call summary esther ben simonides |
| 9313 |
9249 |
9880 |
Stories From Wagner |
J. Walker McSpadden |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Performing Arts |
Eleven stories of eleven operas by Richard Wagner: Das Rheingold. Die Walküre. Siegfried. Götterdämmerung. Parsifal. Lohengrin. Tannhäuser. Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg. Rienzi. Die Fliegende Holländer. Tristan und Isolde. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-wagner-by-j-walker-mcspadden/ |
eleven stories eleven operas richard wagner das rheingold die walku re siegfried go tterda mmerung parsifal lohengrin tannha user die meistersinger von nu rnberg rienzi die fliegende holla nder tristan und isolde summary david wales p |
| 9314 |
9250 |
9881 |
Chinese Nightingale and Other Poems |
Vachel Lindsay |
Single author |
This is a collection of poems on various topics by Vachel Lindsay.<br>\nPlease note that the Booker T. Washington trilogy had to be omitted from this collection. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-chinese-nightingale-and-other-poems-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
collection poems various topics vachel lindsay br please note booker t washington trilogy omitted collection summary carolin p |
| 9315 |
9302 |
9934 |
From Different Standpoints |
Faye Huntington |
Christian Fiction |
How differently people view life, society, and religion, depending on their perspective! Perry, the often sick young man that is learning to follow his Master; Eunice (Una), as close as a sister to Perry but not a Christian; Eleanor, the selfish socialite; and Tom, Eleanor's earnestly Christian brother, form the core of this story of life, love, marriage, and service. (Summary by TriciaG)</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/from-different-standpoints-by-pansy/ |
differently people view life society religion depending perspective perry often sick young man learning follow master eunice una close sister perry christian eleanor selfish socialite tom eleanor s earnestly christian brother form core story life love marriage service summary triciag p |
| 9316 |
9251 |
9882 |
Defeat of Youth and Other Poems |
Aldous Huxley |
Single author |
Though later known for his essays and novels, Aldous Huxley started his writing career as a poet. Published in 1918, The Defeat of Youth and Other Poems is his third compilation of poetry. <br><br>The volume begins with "The Defeat of Youth", a sequence of twenty-two sonnets that explores irreconcilability of the ideal and the disappointing reality. Jerome Meckier called it “the century’s most successful sonnet sequence, better than Auden’s or Edna St. Vincent Millay’s.” In the rest of the volume, Huxley continues to explore themes started in The Burning Wheel, his first volume of poetry, including vision, blindness, and other contrasts. <br><br>The volume concludes with two English translations by Huxley of two French poems: Stéphane Mallarmé’s 1876 poem “L’Après-midi d’un faune" and Arthur Rimbaud’s (1871) poem “Les Chercheuses de poux,” translated as “The Louse Hunters.” Summary by Mary Kay.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-defeat-of-youth-and-other-poems-by-aldous-huxley/ |
though later known essays novels aldous huxley started writing career poet published 1918 defeat youth poems third compilation poetry br br the volume begins the defeat youth sequence twenty two sonnets explores irreconcilability ideal disappointing reality jerome meckier called the century s successful sonnet sequence better auden s edna st vincent millay s rest volume huxley continues explore themes started burning wheel first volume poetry including vision blindness contrasts br br the volume concludes two english translations huxley two french poems stéphane mallarmé s 1876 poem l après midi d un faune arthur rimbaud s 1871 poem les chercheuses de poux translated the louse hunters summary mary kay p |
| 9317 |
9252 |
9883 |
Wasted Day |
Richard Harding Davis |
Short Stories |
This is a delightful little story about the most successful banker on Wall Street, who finds his philanthropic side when one of his former employees is arrested and needs someone to vouch for his character.. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-wasted-day-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
delightful little story successful banker wall street finds philanthropic side one former employees arrested needs someone vouch character summary carolin p |
| 9318 |
9253 |
9884 |
Man Who Found the Truth |
Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
An old man, accused of having murdered his family as a young man, spends a lifetime in prison. With brilliant psychological insight so characteristic of Leonid Andreyev's work, we follow this man telling his story about his obsession with truth and lies and his religion of the iron grate, tinged with madness, and not necessarily reliable.. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-found-the-truth-by-leonid-nikolayevich-andreyev/ |
old man accused murdered family young man spends lifetime prison brilliant psychological insight characteristic leonid andreyev s work follow man telling story obsession truth lies religion iron grate tinged madness necessarily reliable summary carolin p |
| 9319 |
9254 |
9885 |
Brihadaranyaka Upanishad |
Unknown |
Ancient |
The word Upanishad (upa-ni-shad) consists of, "Upa" means "near;" "ni" means "down;" "shad" means "to sit." Thus, Upanishad is to sit down near the teacher to discuss, learn, practice, and experience. There are some 200 or more Upanishads. Some are lost and are only known about because of being referenced in other Upanishads. Most of the Upanishads were kept secret for centuries, only passed on to others orally in the form of Shlokas (a category of verse line developed from the Vedic Anustubh meter).<br><br>The Bṛhadāraṇyaka Upanishad (Sanskrit: बृहदारण्यक उपनिषद्) is one of the oldest, mukhya (primary) Upanishads. It is contained within the Shatapatha Brahmana (Brahmana is a collection of ancient Indian texts with commentaries on the Vedas.), which is itself a part of Shukla Yajur Veda. Brihad means great. Aryanka (Snskrit) आरण्यक means means pertaining to the forest. Aranyaka in the Upanishadic context refers to a treatise to be read or expounded by anchorites in the quiet of the forest. Shankara in his commentary on Bṛhadāraṇyaka said that it was “composed for the sake of those who wish to liberate themselves from the world, in order that they may acquire the knowledge that the Absolute Brahman and the individual are the same...A knowledge by which the liberation from the cause of the world is accomplished.” Brihadaranyaka Upanishad is estimated to have been composed about 700 BCE.<br><br>The 11 principal Upanishads to which Sankara appeals in his great commentary on the Vedanta-Surtras are: Chandogya, Talavakara or Kena, Aitareya, Kaushitaki, Vajasaneyi or Isha, Katha, Mundaka, Taittirtiyaka or Taittiriya, Brihadaranyaka, Svetasvatara, and Prasna. They are also called the 11 classical Upanishads or the fundamental Upanishads of the Vedanta Philosophy. Apart from these, Maitrayana-Brahmana-Upanishad is also considered as an important Upanishad. The Upanishadic literature is not a religious scripture and is free from dogma and doctrines. It is not a part of any religion but is a philosophy for all times and for all. German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, impressed by the Upanishads, called the texts "the production of the highest human wisdom". Summary by Jothi.</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/brihadaranyaka-upanishad-by-unknown/ |
word upanishad upa ni shad consists of upa means near ni means down shad means to sit thus upanishad sit near teacher discuss learn practice experience 200 upanishads lost known referenced upanishads upanishads kept secret centuries passed others orally form shlokas a category verse line developed vedic anustubh meter br br the bṛhadāraṇyaka upanishad sanskrit ब हद रण यक उपन षद one oldest mukhya primary upanishads contained within shatapatha brahmana brahmana collection ancient indian texts commentaries vedas part shukla yajur veda brihad means great aryanka snskrit आरण यक means means pertaining forest aranyaka upanishadic context refers treatise read expounded anchorites quiet forest shankara commentary bṛhadāraṇyaka said composed sake wish liberate world order may acquire knowledge absolute brahman individual same a knowledge liberation cause world accomplished brihadaranyaka upanishad estimated composed 700 bce br br the 11 principal upanishads sankara appeals great commentary vedanta surtras are chandogya talavakara kena aitareya kaushitaki vajasaneyi isha katha mundaka taittirtiyaka taittiriya brihadaranyaka svetasvatara prasna also called 11 classical upanishads fundamental upanishads vedanta philosophy apart these maitrayana brahmana upanishad also considered important upanishad upanishadic literature religious scripture free dogma doctrines part religion philosophy times all german philosopher arthur schopenhauer impressed upanishads called texts the production highest human wisdom summary jothi p |
| 9320 |
9255 |
9886 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. IV, No 6, December 1898 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-iv-no-6-december-1898-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 9321 |
9256 |
9887 |
Fifty-one Tales (version 2) |
Lord Dunsany |
Gothic Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Fantasy Fiction |
A multitude of very short stories populated with things that lurk in the dark corners of human imagination. Wonderfully crafted and sometimes ending with an unexpected outcome, these stories are well rooted in mythology and speak of things beyond the thin veil of reality. - Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-one-tales-by-lord-dunsany/ |
multitude short stories populated things lurk dark corners human imagination wonderfully crafted sometimes ending unexpected outcome stories well rooted mythology speak things beyond thin veil reality summary rosslyn carlyle p |
| 9322 |
9265 |
9896 |
Sonnets on Anglo-Saxon History |
Ann Hawkshaw |
Single author |
The history of Britain up to the Norman Conquest in the form of 100 prose commentaries, each followed by a sonnet. The commentaries set the historical scene, quoting from Bede, the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle and noted historians of the times, Hawkshaws sonnets are both imaginative and reflective, often casting new light on historical figures and events. Born in Yorkshire, Ann Hawkshaw spent much of her creative life in Manchester, where her husband John Hawkshaw was elected to Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society and, as a friend of Elizabeth Gaskell, she was drawn into the intellectual and literary circle of the city. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-on-anglo-saxon-history-by-ann-hawkshaw/ |
history britain norman conquest form 100 prose commentaries followed sonnet commentaries set historical scene quoting bede anglo saxon chronicle noted historians times hawkshaws sonnets imaginative reflective often casting new light historical figures events born yorkshire ann hawkshaw spent much creative life manchester husband john hawkshaw elected manchester literary philosophical society and friend elizabeth gaskell drawn intellectual literary circle city summary phil benson p |
| 9323 |
9257 |
9888 |
First Jasmines |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Rabindranath Tagore, was a Bengali polymath who reshaped Bengali literature and music, as well as Indian art with Contextual Modernism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Author of Gitanjali and its "profoundly sensitive, fresh and beautiful verse", he became the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. In translation his poetry was viewed as spiritual and mercurial; however, his "elegant prose and magical poetry" remain largely unknown outside Bengal. Tagore introduced new prose and verse forms and the use of colloquial language into Bengali literature, thereby freeing it from traditional models based on classical Sanskrit. He was highly influential in introducing the best of Indian culture to the West and vice versa, and he is generally regarded as the outstanding creative artist of the modern Indian subcontinent. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-first-jasmines-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
rabindranath tagore bengali polymath reshaped bengali literature music well indian art contextual modernism late 19th early 20th centuries author gitanjali profoundly sensitive fresh beautiful verse became first non european win nobel prize literature 1913 translation poetry viewed spiritual mercurial however elegant prose magical poetry remain largely unknown outside bengal tagore introduced new prose verse forms use colloquial language bengali literature thereby freeing traditional models based classical sanskrit highly influential introducing best indian culture west vice versa generally regarded outstanding creative artist modern indian subcontinent summary wikipedia p |
| 9324 |
9258 |
9889 |
금수회의록 (Geum-su-Hue-I-Lok) Assembly of Animals |
Guk-seon Ahn |
|
동물들이 토론을 하며 인류를 비판하는 토론체 우화 소설이다. 최초의 신소설이며 일제가 1909년 금서를 하였다. - Summary by 위키피디아\n<br>\nAssembly of Animals is an allegorical tale of animals meeting together to criticise Mankind. It was the first modern novel in Korean, and it's publication was banned by the Japanese in 1909. (Summary by Wikipedia)</p> |
Korean |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/by-guk-seon-ahn/ |
동물들이 토론을 하며 인류를 비판하는 토론체 우화 소설이다 최초의 신소설이며 일제가 1909년 금서를 하였다 summary 위키피디아 br assembly animals allegorical tale animals meeting together criticise mankind first modern novel korean publication banned japanese 1909 summary wikipedia p |
| 9325 |
9259 |
9890 |
Jesse James, My Father |
Jesse James, Jr. |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
A biography of Jesse James as told by his son, Jesse James, Jr. We are treated to inside tales of Jesse's childhood and home life; what drove him to become a Confederate guerrilla during the Civil War; his life after the war and how he became a wanted man. Since it was written by his son, it is a little biased and we are not told anything about any crimes Jesse and his gang committed. Some of the stories of Jesse's war adventures are a little hard to believe, but a good read nonetheless. - Summary by Barry Eads</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/jesse-james-my-father-by-jesse-james-jr/ |
biography jesse james told son jesse james jr treated inside tales jesse s childhood home life drove become confederate guerrilla civil war life war became wanted man since written son little biased told anything crimes jesse gang committed stories jesse s war adventures little hard believe good read nonetheless summary barry eads p |
| 9326 |
9260 |
9891 |
History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier, Part 1 |
Charles E. Flandrau |
War & Military, Business & Economics, Education |
"It has been a little over fifty years since the organization of the Territory of Minnesota, which at its birth was a very small and unimportant creation, but which in its half century of growth has expanded into one of the most brilliant and promising stars upon the union of our flag; so that its history must cover every subject, moral, physical and social, that enters into the composition of a first-class progressive Western state, which presents a pretty extensive field; but there is also to be considered a period anterior to civilization, which may be called the aboriginal and legendary era, which abounds with interesting matter, and to the general reader is much more attractive than the prosy subjects of agriculture, finance and commerce."</p>\n\n"Having lived in the state through nearly the whole period of Minnesota's political existence, and having taken part in most of the leading events in her history, both savage and civilized, I propose to treat the various subjects that compose her history in a narrative and colloquial manner that may not rise to the dignity of history, but which, I think, while giving facts, will not detract [2]from the interest or pleasure of the reader. If I should in the course of my narrative so far forget myself as to indulge in a joke, or relate an illustrative anecdote, the reader must put up with it." - Summary by Judge Charles E. Flandrau, from the Opening Statement</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-minnesota-and-tales-of-the-frontier-part-1-by-charles-e-flandrau/ |
it little fifty years since organization territory minnesota birth small unimportant creation half century growth expanded one brilliant promising stars upon union flag history must cover every subject moral physical social enters composition first class progressive western state presents pretty extensive field also considered period anterior civilization may called aboriginal legendary era abounds interesting matter general reader much attractive prosy subjects agriculture finance commerce p having lived state nearly whole period minnesota s political existence taken part leading events history savage civilized propose treat various subjects compose history narrative colloquial manner may rise dignity history which think giving facts detract 2 from interest pleasure reader course narrative far forget indulge joke relate illustrative anecdote reader must put it summary judge charles e flandrau opening statement p |
| 9327 |
9261 |
9892 |
Libro IV de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Refiere Heródoto en su cuarto libro de las historias, las dos expediciones de los persas contra los Escitas y la Libia. - Summary by Tux</p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-iv-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodotus/ |
refiere heródoto en su cuarto libro de las historias las dos expediciones de los persas contra los escitas la libia summary tux p |
| 9328 |
9262 |
9893 |
Rover Boys Out West |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Family |
Despite the title, the Rover Brothers spend several chapters -- over half the book -- back East, against arch-nemeses Josiah Crabtree and the Baxter family. Formulaic fun was dated even by the 1940's when Orson Welles satirized it on the radio. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-out-west-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
despite title rover brothers spend several chapters half book back east arch nemeses josiah crabtree baxter family formulaic fun dated even 1940 s orson welles satirized radio summary bellonatimes p |
| 9329 |
9263 |
9894 |
No Surrender |
Constance Elizabeth Maud |
Historical Fiction |
Written from the midst of the struggle for female suffrage, Constance Elizabeth Maud’s novel No Surrender (1911) is a Call to Arms. It is a dramatic narrative portraying key players and historical events in the battle for the Vote for Women in Britain. Jenny Clegg is a Lancashire millgirl working long, hard hours under unhealthy conditions in order to support her mother and younger siblings, only to have her father take possession of her savings. In order to seek the rights to improved work conditions, equal pay, and many other human rights, she joins the movement of women seeking political representation. The perspectives of the genteel and working classes, men, as well as the Antis, are presented. (Summary by Lisa Reichert)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/no-surrender-by-constance-elizabeth-maud/ |
written midst struggle female suffrage constance elizabeth maud s novel surrender 1911 call arms dramatic narrative portraying key players historical events battle vote women britain jenny clegg lancashire millgirl working long hard hours unhealthy conditions order support mother younger siblings father take possession savings order seek rights improved work conditions equal pay many human rights joins movement women seeking political representation perspectives genteel working classes men well antis presented summary lisa reichert p |
| 9330 |
9266 |
9897 |
Steam House |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Jules Verne is back with another action-packed adventure--this time in India with a steam-powered elephant! Maucler, Captain Hood, Banks, and Colonel Munro set out for a pleasure trip across India in their train pulled by Behemoth, their mechanical elephant, but soon realize that they are in the midst of a plot by the Colonel's archenemy, Nana Sahib, to get vengeance for past wrongs and seize control of India once and for all. Will they be able to escape from a hidden assassin and uncover a secret hidden for decades in time to stop Nana Sahib? You’ll have to join us in this exciting story read by Librivox volunteers to find out! (Summary by AdeledePignerolles) |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-steam-house-by-jules-verne/ |
jules verne back another action packed adventure this time india steam powered elephant maucler captain hood banks colonel munro set pleasure trip across india train pulled behemoth mechanical elephant soon realize midst plot colonel s archenemy nana sahib get vengeance past wrongs seize control india all able escape hidden assassin uncover secret hidden decades time stop nana sahib you ll join us exciting story read librivox volunteers find out summary adeledepignerolles |
| 9331 |
9267 |
9898 |
Warlord of Kor (version 2) |
Terry Carr |
Science Fiction |
GOD, MACHINE--OR LISTENING POST FOR OUTSIDERS?\nHorng sat opposite the tiny, fragile creature who held a microphone, its wires attached to an interpreting machine. He blinked his huge eyes slowly, his stiff mouth fumblingly forming words of a language his race had not used for thirty thousand years.\n"Kor was ... is ... God ... Knowledge." He had tried to convey this to the small creatures who had invaded his world, but they did not heed. Their ill-equipped brains were trying futilely to comprehend the ancient race memory of his people.\nNow they would attempt further to discover the forbidden directives of Kor. Horng remembered, somewhere far back in the fossil layers of his thoughts, a warning. They must be stopped! If he had to, he would stamp out these creatures who were called "humans." - Summary by Gutenberg text</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/warlord-of-kor-version-2-by-terry-carr/ |
god machine or listening post outsiders horng sat opposite tiny fragile creature held microphone wires attached interpreting machine blinked huge eyes slowly stiff mouth fumblingly forming words language race used thirty thousand years kor god knowledge tried convey small creatures invaded world heed ill equipped brains trying futilely comprehend ancient race memory people would attempt discover forbidden directives kor horng remembered somewhere far back fossil layers thoughts warning must stopped to would stamp creatures called humans summary gutenberg text p |
| 9332 |
9268 |
9899 |
Steam Man of the Prairies |
Edward S. Ellis |
Science Fiction |
Ethan Hopkins and Mickey McSquizzle-a "Yankee" and an "Irishman"-encounter a colossal, steam-powered man in the American prairies. This steam-man was constructed by Johnny Brainerd, a teenaged boy, who uses the steam-man to carry him in a carriage on various adventures. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-steam-man-of-the-prairies-by-edward-s-ellis/ |
ethan hopkins mickey mcsquizzle a yankee irishman encounter colossal steam powered man american prairies steam man constructed johnny brainerd teenaged boy uses steam man carry carriage various adventures summary wikipedia |
| 9333 |
9269 |
9900 |
Study in the Psychology of Religious Phenomena |
James H. Leuba |
Psychology, Modern |
"The present essay when complete will contain three parts. Of the two parts now published, the first is an analysis of the conversion process; it is divided into six subdivisions, corresponding to the natural phases of the experience: The Sense of Sin, Self-surrender, Faith, Joy, Appearance of newness, The Role of the Will. In Part II we place, side by side, the Christian doctrines concerning Justification, Faith, the Grace of God, the Freedom of the Will, and the corresponding facts as they appear in Part I." Many stories of conversion are discussed, including Samuel H. Hadley, St. Augustine, John Bunyan, John Wesley, Jonathan Edwards, John B. Gough, Colonel James Gardiner, Jeremiah Hallock and J.O. Peck. This publication is cited in many publications. (Summary bt Curt Walton) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-in-the-psychology-of-religious-phenomena-by-james-h-leuba/ |
the present essay complete contain three parts two parts published first analysis conversion process divided six subdivisions corresponding natural phases experience sense sin self surrender faith joy appearance newness role will part ii place side side christian doctrines concerning justification faith grace god freedom will corresponding facts appear part i many stories conversion discussed including samuel h hadley st augustine john bunyan john wesley jonathan edwards john b gough colonel james gardiner jeremiah hallock j o peck publication cited many publications summary bt curt walton p |
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9270 |
9901 |
U.P. Trail |
Zane Grey |
Westerns |
Grey's story of the struggles to build the Union Pacific Railroad in the late 1860's. Typical western characters, but placed in a factual setting. His first real attempt at historical fiction. The heroes must battle the human challenges of greed, ruthlessness, and ambition, as well as the tremendous challenges of nature, to make the rail connection between East and West. (Summary by Bob Rollins) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-up-trail-by-zane-grey/ |
grey s story struggles build union pacific railroad late 1860 s typical western characters placed factual setting first real attempt historical fiction heroes must battle human challenges greed ruthlessness ambition well tremendous challenges nature make rail connection east west summary bob rollins p |
| 9335 |
9271 |
9902 |
Rose And The Ring |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Children's Fiction |
Victorian social satire hiding in a set of children's fairy tales by the author of the classic "Vanity Fair" - Summary by Stav Nisser</p> |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-rose-and-the-ring-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
victorian social satire hiding set children s fairy tales author classic vanity fair summary stav nisser p |
| 9336 |
9272 |
9903 |
Robin Hood |
Amice MacDonell |
Plays, Historical |
One May Day, Robin Hood and his Merry Men sit in Sherwood Forest, waiting for a traveller to share their dinner. Enter a distraught Knight with his fair daughter Marian, who owe money to the Sheriff of Nottingham, and have not the means by which to pay it. Meanwhile the greedy Sheriff is visited by the Baron of the Black Castle, who plots to silence the famous outlaw once and for all! This version of the Robin Hood legend was written, and now recorded, as a play, entertaining for children and adults alike. (Summary by Rachel)\n<br><br>\n<b>Voice Cast:</b><br>\nRobin Hood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nScarlet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLittle John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad Filippone</a><br>\nMuch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nAllan-a-Dale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nFriar Tuck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/543">Ted Delorme</a><br>\nKing Edward I: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9976">Fred Abboud</a><br>\nQueen Eleanor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nSir Richard at the Lee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9593">Soumen Barua</a><br>\nMaid Marian, Daughter of Sir Richard at the Lee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nThe Sheriff of Nottingham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nSheriff's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nThe Baron of the Black Castle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nGuy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nAnthony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nJock: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nJoan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10245">Abby</a><br>\nAvisa, Mother of Jock and Joan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3776">Bethany Baldwin</a><br>\nLadies-in-Waiting: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8296">Bria Snow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>, and .<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nMessenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/robin-hood-by-amice-macdonell/ |
one may day robin hood merry men sit sherwood forest waiting traveller share dinner enter distraught knight fair daughter marian owe money sheriff nottingham means pay it meanwhile greedy sheriff visited baron black castle plots silence famous outlaw all version robin hood legend written recorded play entertaining children adults alike summary rachel br br b voice cast b br robin hood a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br scarlet a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br little john a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad filippone a br much a href https librivox org reader 9905 esther ben simonides a br allan a dale a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br friar tuck a href https librivox org reader 543 ted delorme a br king edward i a href https librivox org reader 9976 fred abboud a br queen eleanor a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br sir richard lee a href https librivox org reader 9593 soumen barua a br maid marian daughter sir richard lee a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br sheriff nottingham a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br sheriff s wife a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br baron black castle a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br guy a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br anthony a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br jock a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br joan a href https librivox org reader 10245 abby a br avisa mother jock joan a href https librivox org reader 3776 bethany baldwin a br ladies in waiting a href https librivox org reader 8296 bria snow a a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a |
| 9337 |
9273 |
9904 |
My Confession |
Leo Tolstoy |
Philosophy, Memoirs |
"My Confession" is a brief autobiographical story of Leo Tolstoy's struggle with a mid-life existential crisis of melancholia. It describes his search for answers to the profound questions "What will come of my life?" and "What is the meaning of life?", without answers to which life, for him, had become "impossible." Tolstoy reflects on the arc of his philosophical life until then: his childhood abandonment of his Russian orthodox faith; his mastery of strength, will, power, and reason; and how, after he had achieved tremendous financial success and social status, life to him seemed meaningless. After despairing of his attempts to find answers in science, philosophy, eastern wisdom, and his fellow men of letters, he describes his turn to the wisdom of the common people and his attempts to reconcile their instinctive faith with the dictates of his reason. The main body of the text ends with the author reaching a compromise: faith, he realizes, is a necessity, but it must be constrained by reason. However, an epilogue that describes a dream he had some time after completing the body of the text suggests that he has undergone a radical personal and spiritual transformation. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/my-confession-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
my confession brief autobiographical story leo tolstoy s struggle mid life existential crisis melancholia describes search answers profound questions what come life what meaning life without answers life him become impossible tolstoy reflects arc philosophical life then childhood abandonment russian orthodox faith mastery strength will power reason how achieved tremendous financial success social status life seemed meaningless despairing attempts find answers science philosophy eastern wisdom fellow men letters describes turn wisdom common people attempts reconcile instinctive faith dictates reason main body text ends author reaching compromise faith realizes necessity must constrained reason however epilogue describes dream time completing body text suggests undergone radical personal spiritual transformation summary wikipedia p |
| 9338 |
9274 |
9905 |
Little Book for a Little Cook |
L. P. Hubbard |
Children's Fiction, General |
This charming little book compiles together a number of recipes, set out in an easy to understand manner, along with a poetic story about the stages of bread production. This book was produced as a promotional for a flour production company called Pillsbury. This is a "modern" update compared to the original edition of the book. This version has exact oven temperature settings for each recipe included in a preface for the book, along with more precise suggestions for the baking time. The book has been written for children, however I am certain that adults could enjoy the book equally as much as a child would. - Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-book-for-a-little-cook-by-l-p-hubbard/ |
charming little book compiles together number recipes set easy understand manner along poetic story stages bread production book produced promotional flour production company called pillsbury modern update compared original edition book version exact oven temperature settings recipe included preface book along precise suggestions baking time book written children however certain adults could enjoy book equally much child would summary rosslyn carlyle p |
| 9339 |
9275 |
9906 |
Sexes in Science and History |
Eliza Burt Gamble |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
In this revised second edition of her first book "The evolution of woman" (1894), subtitled "An inquiry into the dogma of woman's inferiority to man", Eliza Burt Gamble uses Darwin's theory of evolution and other scientific information to compare the development of the male and female organisms and describe their differences. Introducing the role of the woman in prehistoric society, we see how that changed through the course of history, from evidence both in less advanced tribes and in civilized historic societies, to the marked progress in the social and economic conditions of women in the time this edition was published (1916). - Summary by Rapunzelina</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-sexes-in-science-and-history-by-eliza-burt-gamble/ |
revised second edition first book the evolution woman 1894 subtitled an inquiry dogma woman s inferiority man eliza burt gamble uses darwin s theory evolution scientific information compare development male female organisms describe differences introducing role woman prehistoric society see changed course history evidence less advanced tribes civilized historic societies marked progress social economic conditions women time edition published 1916 summary rapunzelina p |
| 9340 |
9276 |
9907 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 12. December 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the December Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>The Geography of the Southern Peninsula of the United States, by Rev. John N. MacGonigle</li>\n<li>The Sage Plains of Oregon by Frederick V. Coville</li>\n<li>The United States Department of Agriculture and its Biological Survey, by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Statistics of Railways in the United States, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>Geographic Work in Peru</li></ul>\nalong with geographic Literature, Geographic Notes, and Miscellanea.<br/> <br/> \n<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-12-december-1896-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly december number br br includes following articles br br ul li the geography southern peninsula united states rev john n macgonigle li li the sage plains oregon frederick v coville li li the united states department agriculture biological survey john hyde li li statistics railways united states henry gannett li li geographic work peru li ul along geographic literature geographic notes miscellanea br br br |
| 9341 |
9277 |
9908 |
Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man (version 2) |
James Weldon Johnson |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
The story of a biracial man living in the deep south after the reconstruction era. He is young and talented. Yet, in order for him to avoid stigma, he has to pass as white. But would his sense of belonging and solidarity to the black community of the time catch up with him at the end? \n\n"It is very likely that the Negroes of the United States have a fairly correct idea of what the white people of the country think of them, for that opinion has for a long time been and is still being constantly stated; but they are themselves more or less a sphinx to the whites. It is curiously interesting and even vitally important to know what are the thoughts of ten millions of them concerning the people among whom they live. In these pages it is as though a veil had been drawn aside: the reader is given a view of the inner life of the Negro in America, is initiated into the "freemasonry," as it were, of the race.\nThese pages also reveal the unsuspected fact that prejudice against the Negro is exerting a pressure which, in New York and other large cities where the opportunity is open, is actually and constantly forcing an unascertainable number of fair-complexioned colored people over into the white race.\nIn this book the reader is given a glimpse behind the scenes of this race-drama which is being here enacted,—he is taken upon an elevation where he can catch a bird's-eye view of the conflict which is being waged." (from the preface by the publisher and Stav Nisser.) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-an-ex-colored-man-version-2-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
story biracial man living deep south reconstruction era young talented yet order avoid stigma pass white would sense belonging solidarity black community time catch end it likely negroes united states fairly correct idea white people country think them opinion long time still constantly stated less sphinx whites curiously interesting even vitally important know thoughts ten millions concerning people among live pages though veil drawn aside reader given view inner life negro america initiated freemasonry were race pages also reveal unsuspected fact prejudice negro exerting pressure which new york large cities opportunity open actually constantly forcing unascertainable number fair complexioned colored people white race book reader given glimpse behind scenes race drama enacted he taken upon elevation catch bird s eye view conflict waged from preface publisher stav nisser |
| 9342 |
9278 |
9909 |
Call of the Wild (version 4) |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Call of the Wild is a novel by Jack London published in 1903. The story is set in the Yukon during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush—a period in which strong sled dogs were in high demand. The novel's central character is a dog named Buck, a domesticated dog living at a ranch in the Santa Clara Valley of California as the story opens. Stolen from his home and sold into service as sled dog in Alaska, he reverts to a wild state. Buck is forced to fight in order to dominate other dogs in a harsh climate. Eventually he sheds the veneer of civilization, relying on primordial instincts and learned experience to emerge as a leader in the wild. The terrible, never relenting work of pulling sleds in sub-freezing temperatures combined with little food and rest quickly killed any dog not extremely tough. It almost kills Buck but his fierce determination to survive finally brings him through. </p>\n\nLondon lived for most of a year in the Yukon collecting material for the book.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-of-the-wild-version-4-by-jack-london/ |
call wild novel jack london published 1903 story set yukon 1890s klondike gold rush a period strong sled dogs high demand novel s central character dog named buck domesticated dog living ranch santa clara valley california story opens stolen home sold service sled dog alaska reverts wild state buck forced fight order dominate dogs harsh climate eventually sheds veneer civilization relying primordial instincts learned experience emerge leader wild terrible never relenting work pulling sleds sub freezing temperatures combined little food rest quickly killed dog extremely tough almost kills buck fierce determination survive finally brings through p london lived year yukon collecting material book p |
| 9343 |
9282 |
9913 |
Russian Storybook |
Richard Wilson |
Short works |
Reverend Richard Wilson went to the heart of Russia to find stories from the eastern outposts of Christianity, untouched by the renaissance or reformation. He found the nature of the stories quite different from those of more western cultures. His hope was to teach English children about their Russian counterparts in a way they would understand, so he retold the stories rather than sought translations. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-russian-storybook-by-richard-wilson/ |
reverend richard wilson went heart russia find stories eastern outposts christianity untouched renaissance reformation found nature stories quite different western cultures hope teach english children russian counterparts way would understand retold stories rather sought translations summary lynne thompson p |
| 9344 |
9283 |
9914 |
Song of the Chattahoochee |
Sidney Lanier |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sidney Clopton Lanier was an American musician, poet and author. He served in the Confederate army, worked on a blockade running ship for which he was imprisoned (resulting in his catching tuberculosis), taught, worked at a hotel where he gave musical performances, was a church organist, and worked as a lawyer. As a poet he used dialects. He became a flautist and sold poems to publications. He eventually became a university professor and is known for his adaptation of musical meter to poetry. Many schools, other structures and two lakes are named for him.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-the-chattahoochee-by-sidney-lanier/ |
sidney clopton lanier american musician poet author served confederate army worked blockade running ship imprisoned resulting catching tuberculosis taught worked hotel gave musical performances church organist worked lawyer poet used dialects became flautist sold poems publications eventually became university professor known adaptation musical meter poetry many schools structures two lakes named him p |
| 9345 |
9284 |
9915 |
LibriVox 13th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
General Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
This year is the 13th anniversary of our beloved LibriVox. The readings in this collection celebrate that "bunch of volunteers" who make up the worldwide LibriVox community. The readings are held together by their connection to the number "13" or to the word "luck." The collection is multilingual, with recordings in English, German, and Romanian. Readings can be in any language. The selections, which are chosen by the readers, include fiction, nonfiction, poems, short stories, and articles. |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-13th-anniversary-collection/ |
year 13th anniversary beloved librivox readings collection celebrate bunch volunteers make worldwide librivox community readings held together connection number 13 word luck collection multilingual recordings english german romanian readings language selections chosen readers include fiction nonfiction poems short stories articles |
| 9346 |
9285 |
9916 |
Boy Scouts in Russia |
Harold L. Goodwin |
Action & Adventure |
Thrown out of Russia by a powerful relative, a young American Boy Scout, Fred Waring, meets his Russian cousin, Boris Suvaroff, and together they discover the secrets of the advancing German army. Through perilous escapes, secret passages, and being captured as a spy (by both sides), they deliver their information to Russian intelligence. But Fred now has to face an obstacle even bigger than he had realized. <br>\nJohn Blaine is a pseudonym of Harold L. Goodwin. (Kangaroo) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-in-russia-by-harold-l-goodwin/ |
thrown russia powerful relative young american boy scout fred waring meets russian cousin boris suvaroff together discover secrets advancing german army perilous escapes secret passages captured spy by sides deliver information russian intelligence fred face obstacle even bigger realized br john blaine pseudonym harold l goodwin kangaroo |
| 9347 |
9286 |
9917 |
Night-Rain in Summer |
Leigh Hunt |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Henry Leigh Hunt, best known as Leigh Hunt, was an English critic, essayist, poet, and writer. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-night-rain-in-summer-by-leigh-hunt/ |
james henry leigh hunt best known leigh hunt english critic essayist poet writer summary wikipedia p |
| 9348 |
9287 |
9918 |
Five Minutes' Stories |
Mary Louisa Molesworth |
Short works |
This is a collection of short stories for children. <br></br>Listeners may wish to have a look at the text at Project Gutenberg to see the many illustrations accompanying each story. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/five-minutes-stories-by-mary-louisa-molesworth/ |
collection short stories children br br listeners may wish look text project gutenberg see many illustrations accompanying story summary carolin p |
| 9349 |
9288 |
9919 |
Iolanthe |
W. S. Gilbert |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
Iolanthe is a fairy banished from fairyland for the crime of marrying a mortal. Her half-fairy, half-human son Strephon is a fairy down to the waist, but his legs are human. He loves Phyllis, but she is courted by the whole House of Lords and the Lord High Chancellor himself! Strephon decides the only way to win his love is to go into Parliament, with the help of his mother and all his fairy aunts. None of them understand politics, but that doesn't matter. He will soon make some changes, starting with throwing the Peerage open to competitive examination! But how will Phyllis react when she catches Strephon with an impossibly young and very beautiful lady who he claims is his fairy mother? <br><br>This is a spoken "poetic" version of the libretto written by W. S. Gilbert, where a full cast of voices brings the sparkling wit of Gilbert to the fore, and will enhance understanding and appreciation of this comic light opera. (Summary by Beth Thomas) <br><br>\nNarrator/Phyllis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nStrephon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a><br>\nQueen of the Fairies: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>\nThe Lord Chancellor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nIolanthe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nCelia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nLeila: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9442">Vanessa Cooley</a><br>\nFleta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9883">J. E. Vorble</a><br>\nEarl of Mountararat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nEarl of Tolloller: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nPrivate Willis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nChorus Fairies: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">K. Hand</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi Haq</a><br>\nChorus Peers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br><br> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/iolanthe-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
iolanthe fairy banished fairyland crime marrying mortal half fairy half human son strephon fairy waist legs human loves phyllis courted whole house lords lord high chancellor himself strephon decides way win love go parliament help mother fairy aunts none understand politics matter soon make changes starting throwing peerage open competitive examination phyllis react catches strephon impossibly young beautiful lady claims fairy mother br br this spoken poetic version libretto written w s gilbert full cast voices brings sparkling wit gilbert fore enhance understanding appreciation comic light opera summary beth thomas br br narrator phyllis a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br strephon a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a br queen fairies a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a br lord chancellor a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br iolanthe a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br celia a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br leila a href https librivox org reader 9442 vanessa cooley a br fleta a href https librivox org reader 9883 j e vorble a br earl mountararat a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br earl tolloller a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br private willis a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br chorus fairies a href https librivox org reader 8677 k hand a a href https librivox org reader 9881 roohi haq a br chorus peers a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br |
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9289 |
9920 |
Platero y Yo |
Juan Ramón Jiménez |
Published 1900 onward |
Platero y Yo es un “diario” en prosa acerca de un tierno burrito llamado Platero. El autor describe su pueblo, Moguer, sus paisajes, sus animales y su gente con una perspectiva de única y refrescante. Al leer cada corta estrofa, o capítulo, nos transportamos a las calles de Moguer, escuchamos sus ruidos, y hasta olemos el pan recién sacado del horno. El poetico estilo de Juan Ramón Jiménez nos inspira a experimentar el mundo de cada uno de nosotros de una manera diferente y a percibir la belleza de la vida ordinaria en todo lo que nos rodea. - Resumen por Joyfull.<br /><br />Platero y Yo is a “diary” in prose about a sweet little donkey named Platero. The author describes his town, Moguer, its landscapes, its animals, and its people in refreshing and unique perspective. When reading each short stanza, or chapter, we transport ourselves to the streets of Moguer, we listen to its sounds, and even smell the bread coming out of the oven! Juan Ramón Jiménez's poetic style inspires us to experience the world around us in a different manner and to perceive the beauty of ordinary life in everything that surrounds us. - Summary by Joyfull</p> |
Spanish |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/platero-y-yo-by-juan-ramon-jimenez/ |
platero yo es un diario en prosa acerca de un tierno burrito llamado platero el autor describe su pueblo moguer sus paisajes sus animales su gente con una perspectiva de única refrescante al leer cada corta estrofa capítulo nos transportamos las calles de moguer escuchamos sus ruidos hasta olemos el pan recién sacado del horno el poetico estilo de juan ramón jiménez nos inspira experimentar el mundo de cada uno de nosotros de una manera diferente percibir la belleza de la vida ordinaria en todo lo que nos rodea resumen por joyfull br br platero yo diary prose sweet little donkey named platero author describes town moguer landscapes animals people refreshing unique perspective reading short stanza chapter transport streets moguer listen sounds even smell bread coming oven juan ramón jiménez s poetic style inspires us experience world around us different manner perceive beauty ordinary life everything surrounds us summary joyfull p |
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9290 |
9921 |
Leda |
Aldous Huxley |
Single author |
Though he gained recognition for his later essays and novels, Aldous Huxley started his writing career as a poet. Published in 1920, <i>Leda</i> is his fourth compilation of poetry.\n\nIt begins with the passionate and slightly erotic poem "Leda", which recalls the love affair between Queen Leda, the mother of Helen of Troy, and her swan, Zeus in disguise. Some short poems follow. The book ends with two long sections. The first, "Beauty," is a short collection of vignettes where the author reflects on the concept of beauty through an ideal model of physical desire, Helen of Troy. The second, "Soles Occidere et Redire Possunt," or "Suns Can Set, and Suns Can Rise Again," is another long poem which reflects a day in the life of John Ridley, a deceased friend of Huxley's, who was mentally challenged throughout his entire life.. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/leda-by-aldous-huxley/ |
though gained recognition later essays novels aldous huxley started writing career poet published 1920 i leda i fourth compilation poetry begins passionate slightly erotic poem leda recalls love affair queen leda mother helen troy swan zeus disguise short poems follow book ends two long sections first beauty short collection vignettes author reflects concept beauty ideal model physical desire helen troy second soles occidere et redire possunt suns set suns rise again another long poem reflects day life john ridley deceased friend huxley s mentally challenged throughout entire life summary mary kay p |
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9291 |
9922 |
Odysseys of Homer |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epics |
The Odysseys are a collection of stories about Ulysses' journey home from the war at Troy purportedly written in the 8th century BCE by Homer, a blind poet thought to have lived in the Greek colonies in Asia Minor, possibly at Smyrna. The events described are thought to have occurred centuries before being recorded by Homer, handed down orally since the twelfth century BCE, the golden era of the Greek Bronze Age when the world was populated by heroic mortals and often visited by the Gods. This verse translation in couplets by George Chapman was originally published in 1616, the first translation from the ancient Greek directly to English, although likely influenced by previous Latin translations. Chapman's translation has been admired by many, including John Keats and others. Many of these stories are familiar to us, Ulysses and the Sirens, Circe turning his crew to swine, their escape from the Cyclops on the bellies of his sheep, but Chapman's version includes violent episodes and suggestive innuendo that I don't recall from my childhood days. (Introduction by Fritz) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-odysseys-of-homer-by-homer-and-chapman/ |
odysseys collection stories ulysses journey home war troy purportedly written 8th century bce homer blind poet thought lived greek colonies asia minor possibly smyrna events described thought occurred centuries recorded homer handed orally since twelfth century bce golden era greek bronze age world populated heroic mortals often visited gods verse translation couplets george chapman originally published 1616 first translation ancient greek directly english although likely influenced previous latin translations chapman s translation admired many including john keats others many stories familiar us ulysses sirens circe turning crew swine escape cyclops bellies sheep chapman s version includes violent episodes suggestive innuendo recall childhood days introduction fritz p |
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9292 |
9923 |
Combined Maze |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
Ranny Ransome is an idealistic young man, devoted to exuberant gymnastic exercises and to fighting “flabbiness” in his own life, body and soul. He loves the girlish and athletic Winny Dymond, and particularly loves participating with her in the Combined Maze, a choreographed, intricate, exhilarating group gymnastic ritual in which the young men and women of the Polytechnic Gymnasium demonstrate their skills. Unfortunately, Ranny falls under the spell of the seductive Violet, a sexual free spirit who wants nothing more than to live an untrammelled life on her own terms. When, to her astonishment and horror, Violet becomes pregnant, Ranny dutifully marries her against her will, entangling himself and her in a deadly new Combined Maze of social conventions intended to suppress and subdue the elemental passions that give color to Life. May Sinclair draws her readers in with a quiet, unobtrusive, Victorian prose that seems completely in tune with the conventional proprieties of her society, but goes on in the same seditious, unassuming tone to tell stories of sensuality, adultery, seduction, divorce, and betrayal, quietly protesting the smothering conventions of a society that feared passion in all its forms. Ranny’s mesmerizing struggle to maintain his fundamental decency while remaining true to his real love hangs in the balance to the last page. (summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-combined-maze-by-may-sinclair/ |
ranny ransome idealistic young man devoted exuberant gymnastic exercises fighting flabbiness life body soul loves girlish athletic winny dymond particularly loves participating combined maze choreographed intricate exhilarating group gymnastic ritual young men women polytechnic gymnasium demonstrate skills unfortunately ranny falls spell seductive violet sexual free spirit wants nothing live untrammelled life terms when astonishment horror violet becomes pregnant ranny dutifully marries will entangling deadly new combined maze social conventions intended suppress subdue elemental passions give color life may sinclair draws readers quiet unobtrusive victorian prose seems completely tune conventional proprieties society goes seditious unassuming tone tell stories sensuality adultery seduction divorce betrayal quietly protesting smothering conventions society feared passion forms ranny s mesmerizing struggle maintain fundamental decency remaining true real love hangs balance last page summary expatriate p |
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9293 |
9924 |
Wood Folk at School |
William J. Long |
Animals & Nature |
The unique merit of this nature student rests in his fascinating style of writing, which invariably interests young and old; for without this element his pioneer work in the realm of nature would now be familiar only to scientists.\n\nThe title of this book suggests the central thought about which the author has grouped some of his most fascinating animal studies. To him "summer wilderness is one vast schoolroom in which a multitude of wise, patient mothers are teaching their little ones the things they must know in order to hold their place in the world and escape unharmed from a hundred dangers." This unique book is a pleasure to read for young and old. - Summary by Wood Folk at School advertisement and Kangaroo692</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/wood-folk-at-school-by-william-j-long/ |
unique merit nature student rests fascinating style writing invariably interests young old without element pioneer work realm nature would familiar scientists title book suggests central thought author grouped fascinating animal studies summer wilderness one vast schoolroom multitude wise patient mothers teaching little ones things must know order hold place world escape unharmed hundred dangers unique book pleasure read young old summary wood folk school advertisement kangaroo692 p |
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9294 |
9925 |
Tour of Dr. Syntax in Search of the Picturesque |
William Combe |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
<br>“To bury these, to christen those,<br>\nAnd marry such fond folks who chose<br>\nTo change the tenor of their life<br>\nAnd risk the matrimonial strife.”<br> <br>\n\nThis was the humdrum life of Dr. Syntax before he set out on his bizarre and hilarious adventures, presented here in the form of satirical poem in 26 cantos. It’s a lot of fun!\n - Summary by Adrian Praetzellis</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-tour-of-dr-syntax-in-search-of-the-picturesque-by-william-combe/ |
br to bury these christen those br marry fond folks chose br change tenor life br risk matrimonial strife br br humdrum life dr syntax set bizarre hilarious adventures presented form satirical poem 26 cantos it s lot fun summary adrian praetzellis p |
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9295 |
9926 |
World as Will and Idea, Vol. 2 of 3 |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
Philosophy, Modern |
In this work, Schopenhauer explains his fundamental idea that at the root of the reality we see around us is a Will that eternally, insatiably seeks to be satisfied. Each human Subject observes the Objects around her from the perspective of that fundamental Will working within each person. The human observer is distracted by the details of life and individual distinctions that obscure this Will; only by penetrating this “principium individuationis” (which is enslaved by the cause-and-effect tyranny of the Principle of Sufficient Reason) can the observer perceive the essential Thing-In-Itself. Art has the power to make us see the Thing-In-Itself, the Platonic Idea freed from the individual particular manifestation of it, thus enabling us to transcend the individual Will and perceive something of true Reality. Perceiving the common Will in all humanity, we are able to come closer to an ego-less love based on that shared essence. Schopenhauer squarely faces the fact that existence is fundamentally suffering, but it would be simplistic to label him (as is so often done) as nothing but a pessimist. His affirmation of Art and Love is a transforming principle, having a powerful influence on writers such as Tolstoy. In the end, he chooses the Way of Negation as the path toward peace; by denying our Will, by silencing the many outbreaks of Will in our lives, we can approach the ultimate peace of annihilation that is the theme of the great Vedic philosophy of India, to which Schopenhauer admits his profound debt. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-as-will-and-idea-vol-2-of-3-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
work schopenhauer explains fundamental idea root reality see around us eternally insatiably seeks satisfied human subject observes objects around perspective fundamental working within person human observer distracted details life individual distinctions obscure will penetrating principium individuationis which enslaved cause and effect tyranny principle sufficient reason observer perceive essential thing in itself art power make us see thing in itself platonic idea freed individual particular manifestation it thus enabling us transcend individual perceive something true reality perceiving common humanity able come closer ego less love based shared essence schopenhauer squarely faces fact existence fundamentally suffering would simplistic label as often done nothing pessimist affirmation art love transforming principle powerful influence writers tolstoy end chooses way negation path toward peace denying will silencing many outbreaks lives approach ultimate peace annihilation theme great vedic philosophy india schopenhauer admits profound debt expatriate p |
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11625 |
12304 |
Wheels - A Third Cycle |
Álvaro Velez Ladrón de Guevara |
Anthologies |
A series of six volumes of Wheels anthologies was produced by members of the Sitwell family between 1916 and 1922. The third volume, published in 1918, contains poems by Aldous Huxley, Arnold James, Iris Tree, Sherard Vines, and Edith, Osbert and Sacheverell Sitwell. ( Algy Pug) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-third-cycle-by-edith-sitwell/ |
series six volumes wheels anthologies produced members sitwell family 1916 1922 third volume published 1918 contains poems aldous huxley arnold james iris tree sherard vines edith osbert sacheverell sitwell algy pug p |
| 9358 |
9296 |
9927 |
Five Children and It (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
E. Nesbit |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Finding a Psammead (sand-fairy) to grant any wish your heart desires seems like the beginning of endless delights, but as Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane soon discover, being beautiful, wealthy and popular can have surprising pitfalls! When it comes to wishing they had wings, lived in a besieged castle or to fight Red Indians in the English countryside, the results of their wishes lead to hilarious narrow escapes and (usually) being sent to bed.<br><br>"Five Children and It" is the first of the three "Psammead" books by Edith Nesbit, introducing the irascible sand fairy who uses the children's wishes to teach them lessons about life. This dramatised reading brings the four children and their friend vividly to life!<br><br>\n<b>Cast List:</b>\n\n<br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Anthea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Cyril: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Robert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>The Lamb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Psammead: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Martha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a> <br><b>Other roles read by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">Maggie Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroat</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10174">Matthew Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9961">Mike Justice</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroat</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/174">Peter Eastman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10146">Andrew Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9508">Jessie Yun</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10150">Elizabeth Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n\n<br>Edited by Kristin Gjerløw</br>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/five-children-and-it-dramatic-reading-by-e-nesbit/ |
finding psammead sand fairy grant wish heart desires seems like beginning endless delights cyril anthea robert jane soon discover beautiful wealthy popular surprising pitfalls comes wishing wings lived besieged castle fight red indians english countryside results wishes lead hilarious narrow escapes usually sent bed br br five children it first three psammead books edith nesbit introducing irascible sand fairy uses children s wishes teach lessons life dramatised reading brings four children friend vividly life br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br anthea a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br jane a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br cyril a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br mother a href https librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br robert a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br the lamb a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br psammead a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br martha a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br b other roles read by b a href https librivox org reader 9599 maggie travers a a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroat a a href https librivox org reader 10174 matthew travers a a href https librivox org reader 9961 mike justice a a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroat a a href https librivox org reader 174 peter eastman a a href https librivox org reader 10146 andrew travers a a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a a href https librivox org reader 9508 jessie yun a a href https librivox org reader 10150 elizabeth travers a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 8086 mark chulsky a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br edited kristin gjerløw br |
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9297 |
9928 |
May Song |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German writer and statesman. His body of work includes epic and lyric poetry written in a variety of metres and styles; prose and verse dramas; memoirs; an autobiography; literary and aesthetic criticism; treatises on botany, anatomy, and colour; and four novels. In addition, numerous literary and scientific fragments, more than 10,000 letters, and nearly 3,000 drawings by him are extant. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/may-song-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
johann wolfgang von goethe german writer statesman body work includes epic lyric poetry written variety metres styles prose verse dramas memoirs autobiography literary aesthetic criticism treatises botany anatomy colour four novels addition numerous literary scientific fragments 10 000 letters nearly 3 000 drawings extant summary wikipedia p |
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9298 |
9929 |
Saved at Sea |
Mrs. O. F. Walton |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Alick was born in a lighthouse during a storm, and raised in the same lighthouse. He used to wish something would change, and one day something did. In an attempt to rescue a ship in distress, Alick and his grandfather end up with a baby girl. Who are her parents? Did they perish on that stormy night? As the lighthouse people try to find the answers to these questions, little "Timpey" begins to work her way into their hearts. And while the lighthouse stands firmly on the rock, are Alick and his grandfather truly anchored on the Rock? (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/saved-at-sea-by-mrs-o-f-walton/ |
alick born lighthouse storm raised lighthouse used wish something would change one day something did attempt rescue ship distress alick grandfather end baby girl parents perish stormy night lighthouse people try find answers questions little timpey begins work way hearts lighthouse stands firmly rock alick grandfather truly anchored rock summary rachel p |
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9299 |
9930 |
Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man |
James Weldon Johnson |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Johnson's only novel, <i>The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man</i>, was originally published anonymously in 1912. It is a fictional novel written as a memoir of an unnamed biracial narrator who grew up in the South during the Reconstruction and post-Reconstruction eras. It is a story in which the narrator relates how as a young boy he initially assumed that he was white, and how his notions of racial identity were suddenly turned upside down one day—how from that moment on he was inclined to view himself and the world about him from the perspective of blackness. The novel received very little notoriety until Johnson republished it in 1927, this time taking full credit as its author. - Summary by James K. White</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-an-ex-colored-man-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
johnson s novel i the autobiography ex colored man i originally published anonymously 1912 fictional novel written memoir unnamed biracial narrator grew south reconstruction post reconstruction eras story narrator relates young boy initially assumed white notions racial identity suddenly turned upside one day how moment inclined view world perspective blackness novel received little notoriety johnson republished 1927 time taking full credit author summary james k white p |
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9300 |
9932 |
Green Jacket |
Jennette Lee |
Detective Fiction |
<p>An early example of the female private detective, Jennette Lee’s Millicent Newberry made her first appearance in The Green Jacket in 1917 and was also featured in two later books, The Mysterious Office in 1922 and Dead Right in 1925. Miss Newberry brings her own unique perspective to her cases, only accepting those where she has a say in what happens to the guilty party. She is rarely without her knitting, using it as a technique to put clients and suspects alike at ease, while also knitting her notes on the case into the pattern! In The Green Jacket, Millie goes undercover to solve a case involving a stolen emerald necklace that, despite the efforts of other detectives, including her former boss, Tom Corbett, has never been recovered. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-jacket-by-jennette-lee/ |
p an early example female private detective jennette lee s millicent newberry made first appearance green jacket 1917 also featured two later books mysterious office 1922 dead right 1925 miss newberry brings unique perspective cases accepting say happens guilty party rarely without knitting using technique put clients suspects alike ease also knitting notes case pattern green jacket millie goes undercover solve case involving stolen emerald necklace that despite efforts detectives including former boss tom corbett never recovered summary j m smallheer p |
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9301 |
9933 |
Cellar-House of Pervyse |
Mairi Chisholm |
War & Military |
Mairi Chisholm and Elsie Knocker were two British nurses and ambulance drivers whose staggeringly heroic efforts during World War I saved countless lives and earned them life-long honor. They were especially known for their determination to treat wounded soldiers on the front lines instead of transporting them at great risk to "safer" hospital facilities, even though many of their actions went directly contrary to official bureaucratic regulations. In November of 1914, they took the step for which they are most famous. They decided to leave the corps and set up their own dressing station five miles east in a town named Pervyse, north of Ypres, just one hundred yards from the trenches. Here, in a vacant cellar which they named the "Poste de Secours Anglais" ("British First Aid Post"), the two would spend the next three and a half years aiding the wounded in the Belgian sector. Knocker gave most of the medical attention, while Chisholm transported the injured, often in terrible conditions and under fire, to a base hospital 15 miles away. No longer affiliated with the Belgian Red Cross, they were forced to raise their own funds. With donations they arranged for the cellar to be reinforced with concrete and even have a steel door fitted, supplied by Harrods. Through sheer perseverance Knocker was able to arrange for the two of them to be officially seconded to the Belgian garrison stationed there. Equipped with cameras, both women photographed not only each other but also much of the suffering around them. In January 1915, they were rewarded for their courageous work on the front lines when they were both decorated by King Albert I of Belgium with the Order of Léopold II, Knights Cross. In this account, <a href="https://librivox.org/author/11456">Geraldine Edith Mitton</a> has acted as more than an editor; she has taken the muddy journals and "home letters" of "the Two" (as she continually and reverently refers to Knocker and Chisholm) and created out of them a lucid, eloquent, and coherent story of two heroic individuals doing their part on the Western Front. ( Wikipedia (edited & supplemented by Expatriate)) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-cellar-house-of-pervyse-by-mairi-chisholm/ |
mairi chisholm elsie knocker two british nurses ambulance drivers whose staggeringly heroic efforts world war saved countless lives earned life long honor especially known determination treat wounded soldiers front lines instead transporting great risk safer hospital facilities even though many actions went directly contrary official bureaucratic regulations november 1914 took step famous decided leave corps set dressing station five miles east town named pervyse north ypres one hundred yards trenches here vacant cellar named poste de secours anglais british first aid post two would spend next three half years aiding wounded belgian sector knocker gave medical attention chisholm transported injured often terrible conditions fire base hospital 15 miles away longer affiliated belgian red cross forced raise funds donations arranged cellar reinforced concrete even steel door fitted supplied harrods sheer perseverance knocker able arrange two officially seconded belgian garrison stationed there equipped cameras women photographed also much suffering around them january 1915 rewarded courageous work front lines decorated king albert belgium order léopold ii knights cross account a href https librivox org author 11456 geraldine edith mitton a acted editor taken muddy journals home letters the two as continually reverently refers knocker chisholm created lucid eloquent coherent story two heroic individuals part western front wikipedia edited supplemented expatriate p |
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9303 |
9935 |
France At War: On the Frontier of Civilization |
Rudyard Kipling |
*Non-fiction |
In 1915, as the "Great War" (World War 1) entered its second year Rudyard Kipling made a journalistic tour of the front, visiting French armed forces. By then he was already winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature (the first writer in English to be so honoured). He published his observations in articles in the Daily Telegraph in England, and in the New York Sun. At that stage of the war nationalistic sentiments were running high but the true cost of war was beginning to be understood "at home".<br/><br/>\n\nThe collection of journalistic pieces is preceded by a poem, "France", that had been published before the outbreak of war (in 1913) which has a more overblown jingoistic feel to it than the reflections on war itself. The poem does, though, show Kipling's love of France, as well as his sense of the destiny of imperial dreams.<br/><br/>\n\nKipling himself was an ardent and effective writer of propaganda directed primarily against German treatment of civilians. The "rape of Belgium" in 1914 and the sinking of the Lusitania earlier in 1915 were particularly shocking. In Kipling's eyes such "total war" was a renunciation of civilisation. The heat of his reaction is associated with his militarism. Although not a soldier, Kipling was educated at the United Services College (a school for the sons of officers which prepared students to enter Sandhurst and Dartmouth - the British army and navy officers training establishments). His writing is deeply imbued with notions of military service as honorable and, among civilised people, restrained and governed by rules.<br/><br/>\n\nKipling encouraged his son John to enlist, and perhaps used his connections to get John enlisted despite poor eyesight and two earlier refusals. John died on 27th September 1915, just ten days after these articles were published (6th -17th September 1915).<br/><br/>\n\nThus Kipling's account (not least in view of his reputation today as a supporter of British imperialism, and his jingoism) is still interesting one hundred years later as we try to understand our ancestors' experience. (Summary by Tim Bulkeley) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/france-at-war-on-the-frontier-of-civilization-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
1915 great war world war 1 entered second year rudyard kipling made journalistic tour front visiting french armed forces already winner nobel prize literature the first writer english honoured published observations articles daily telegraph england new york sun stage war nationalistic sentiments running high true cost war beginning understood at home br br collection journalistic pieces preceded poem france published outbreak war in 1913 overblown jingoistic feel reflections war itself poem does though show kipling s love france well sense destiny imperial dreams br br kipling ardent effective writer propaganda directed primarily german treatment civilians rape belgium 1914 sinking lusitania earlier 1915 particularly shocking kipling s eyes total war renunciation civilisation heat reaction associated militarism although soldier kipling educated united services college a school sons officers prepared students enter sandhurst dartmouth british army navy officers training establishments writing deeply imbued notions military service honorable and among civilised people restrained governed rules br br kipling encouraged son john enlist perhaps used connections get john enlisted despite poor eyesight two earlier refusals john died 27th september 1915 ten days articles published 6th 17th september 1915 br br thus kipling s account not least view reputation today supporter british imperialism jingoism still interesting one hundred years later try understand ancestors experience summary tim bulkeley p |
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9304 |
9936 |
When God Laughs, and Other Stories |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
This collection of Jack London's short stories touches on a variety of topics, from his love of boxing, to relationships between criminals, to the trials of life and travel on many frontiers, to an allegory about a king who desired a nose. London is considered a master of the short story, a form much more to his liking and personality than his novels. He was active and quick of mind and the short story suited him well. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/when-god-laughs-and-other-stories-by-jack-london/ |
collection jack london s short stories touches variety topics love boxing relationships criminals trials life travel many frontiers allegory king desired nose london considered master short story form much liking personality novels active quick mind short story suited well summary w jenkins p |
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9305 |
9937 |
My Experiences in a Lunatic Asylum |
Herman Charles Merivale |
Memoirs |
Fully titled My Experiences in a Lunatic Asylum, by a Sane Patient, this memoir describes its author's, Herman Merivale's, experience in one of England's countryside asylums during the 1860's. The main subject - in this case, the author - is less than justly sentenced to a facility for the mentally disturbed. Literally crazy caricatures abound, prisoner and jailer alike. Lofty psychology experts float in and out of Merivale's stay, some more respectable than others, but mostly clueless to patients' real needs. Nurses withhold or too bountifully dispense medications. Wardens rely on inhumane tactics to illicit compliance. As our writer states, this time in British history was "when imprisonment was a form of cruelty which [needed] a new name." He highlights the horrific, hopeless conditions faced by any man, woman or child with even a mild case of depression or of schizophrenia or, for perhaps the most unfortunate souls, of ill-meaning family paying hefty sums to have them committed. (Summary by Lily Gross) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/my-experiences-in-a-lunatic-asylum-by-herman-charles-merivale/ |
fully titled experiences lunatic asylum sane patient memoir describes author s herman merivale s experience one england s countryside asylums 1860 s main subject case author less justly sentenced facility mentally disturbed literally crazy caricatures abound prisoner jailer alike lofty psychology experts float merivale s stay respectable others mostly clueless patients real needs nurses withhold bountifully dispense medications wardens rely inhumane tactics illicit compliance writer states time british history when imprisonment form cruelty needed new name highlights horrific hopeless conditions faced man woman child even mild case depression schizophrenia or perhaps unfortunate souls ill meaning family paying hefty sums committed summary lily gross |
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9306 |
9938 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 06 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
National Geographic Magazine Volume 6, articles published from January, 1894, to May, 1895.\n<ul> \n<li>Geographic Progress of Civilization - Annual Address by the President Honorable Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n<li>Shawangunk Mountain, by N. H. Darton</li>\n<li>Weather Making, Ancient and Modern, by Mark W. Harrington</li>\n<li>Geomorphology of the Southern Appalachians, by Charles Willard Hayes and Marius R. Campbell</li>\n<li>The Battle of the Forest, by B. E. Fernow</li>\n<li>Surveys and Maps of the District of Columbia, by Marcus Baker</li>\n<li>The first Landfall of Columbus, by Jacques W. Redway, F. R. G. S.</li>\n<li>Japan, by D.W. Stevens</li>\n<li>Geography of the Air, Annual Address by the Vice-President, General A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>Sir Francis Drake's Anchorage, by Edward L. Berthoud</li>\n<li>Note on the Height of Mount Saint Elias, by Professor Israel C. Russell</li>\n<li>Geographic Notes, by Cyrus C. Babb (The Antarctic Continent - Magnetic Observation in Iceland, Jan Mayen and Spitzbergen in 1892 - A New Light on the Discovery of America - Monographs of the National Geographic Sociaty - Important Announcement Concerning Essays)</li>\n<li>Laws of the Temperature Control of the Geographic Distribution of Terrestrial Animals and Plants. Annual Address by Vice-President Dr. C. Hart Merriam.</li>\n<li>Oregon: Its History, Geography, and Resources, by John H. Mitchell.</li></ul> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-06-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine volume 6 articles published january 1894 may 1895 ul li geographic progress civilization annual address president honorable gardiner g hubbard li li shawangunk mountain n h darton li li weather making ancient modern mark w harrington li li geomorphology southern appalachians charles willard hayes marius r campbell li li the battle forest b e fernow li li surveys maps district columbia marcus baker li li the first landfall columbus jacques w redway f r g s li li japan d w stevens li li geography air annual address vice president general a w greely li li sir francis drake s anchorage edward l berthoud li li note height mount saint elias professor israel c russell li li geographic notes cyrus c babb the antarctic continent magnetic observation iceland jan mayen spitzbergen 1892 new light discovery america monographs national geographic sociaty important announcement concerning essays li li laws temperature control geographic distribution terrestrial animals plants annual address vice president dr c hart merriam li li oregon history geography resources john h mitchell li ul |
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9307 |
9939 |
Michael Strogoff (Dramatic Reading) |
Jules Verne |
Dramatic Readings |
At a fete in the New Palace, the court seems to be in perfect order. Only two people know the truth: the telegraph wire beyond Tomsk, connecting Western Russia with Siberia, has been cut! The Czar and General Kissoff can tell that it is the work of traitorous Ivan Ogareff, who is inciting an insurrection in Siberia. If the Grand Duke, governing Siberia from Irkutsk, does not hear of the insurrection in time, the criminals in Siberia will take over the city, and eventually, all of Russia! Only a brave and fast courier can take it to the Duke in time. The general assures the czar that he has the perfect courier--Michael Strogoff. He will have to travel in disguise to escape the traps set by Ivan Ogareff, and above all never reveal--He is the courier of the czar! (Summary by Esther ben Simonides)\n<br /><br /><b>Cast List of this Dramatic Reading:</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892" rel="nofollow">Piotr Nater</a><br />Harry Blount, Tartar, Aide-de-camp, Police Agent, Tartars, Mujik, Old man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br />Alcide Jolivet, Merchant Chief, Tartar Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br />Michael Strogoff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9510" rel="nofollow">Hultstrand</a><br />Marfa Strogoff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179" rel="nofollow">Sonia</a><br />Wassili Fedor, Tartar Executioner, Another Traveller, Pendja-baschi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357" rel="nofollow">Mike Harris</a><br />The Grand Duke, Postmaster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754" rel="nofollow">ToddHW</a><br />The Emir: Feofar Khan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528" rel="nofollow">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br />Nadia, Chief of the Ulemas, Crowd Member 2, Deh-baschi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356" rel="nofollow">Rachel</a><br />Boatman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459" rel="nofollow">Dillon McFarlane</a><br />Second boatman, Governor General, Inspector, Boatmen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542" rel="nofollow">David Purdy</a><br />General Voranzoff, Russian Traveller, Another Iemschik, Nicholas Pigassof: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br />Head of Police: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065" rel="nofollow">David Olson</a><br />General Kissoff, Usbeck Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929" rel="nofollow">Zames Curran</a><br />The Czar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7278" rel="nofollow">Jon Smith</a><br />Jew, Ivan Ogareff, Iemschik: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086" rel="nofollow">Mark Chulsky</a><br />Persian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10567" rel="nofollow">Arya Tabaie</a><br />Sangarre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615" rel="nofollow">Twinkle</a><br />Gypsy Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883" rel="nofollow">Lydia</a><br />Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356" rel="nofollow">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929" rel="nofollow">Zames Curran</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/michael-strogoff-dramatic-reading-by-jules-verne/ |
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9308 |
9940 |
Hide and Seek |
Wilkie Collins |
Literary Fiction |
The artist Valentine Blyth has a very generous heart. He lovingly cares for his invalid wife, rescues a deaf orphan girl from maltreatment in a traveling circus and adopts her, and mentors a young man who gets in trouble with his tyrannical father. The girl, who received the nickname ‚Madonna’, falls in love with the young man, Zack. Because one of Valentine’s biggest fears is that Madonna’s blood relations will one day trace her and take her away from his home, he keeps the little that he knows of her origins a strict secret. One day, Zack befriends a mysterious stranger, who has just returned from years of rough life in the American wilderness. From that moment, the plot thickens, in mid-19th century dramatic style.<BR><BR>\nThis is Wilkie Collins’ third published novel (1854, read from the 1861 edition). Summary by Anna Simon.</p> |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/hide-and-seek-by-wilkie-collins/ |
artist valentine blyth generous heart lovingly cares invalid wife rescues deaf orphan girl maltreatment traveling circus adopts her mentors young man gets trouble tyrannical father girl received nickname madonna falls love young man zack one valentine s biggest fears madonna s blood relations one day trace take away home keeps little knows origins strict secret one day zack befriends mysterious stranger returned years rough life american wilderness moment plot thickens mid 19th century dramatic style br br wilkie collins third published novel 1854 read 1861 edition summary anna simon p |
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9309 |
9941 |
Unknown London |
Walter George Bell |
History |
Herein you will find much concerning those things which everybody knows about, but nobody knows — the things you have known about since childhood, and have been content to leave them at that, knowing little of what they are and still less where they are to be found. I have dealt mostly with the big things that London has in its keeping, such as the Domesday Book (can you tell me off-hand where it is to be seen ?); with the Confessor's Shrine (of the crowds who enter Westminster Abbey there is a big leaven who do not even know that it is there); with the massive fragments of London's Roman Wall that still survive; with that spot in Smithfield where martyrs burnt and English history was made; with the Duke of Suffolk's head and its dramatic story; with our Roman baths; with London Stone and odd others. … The City of London — the innermost "square mile" — is the richest ground for historical associations in all our world Empire, and the greater pity, therefore, that it should be unknown. (Summary from the author’s Preface, 1919.)<p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/unknown-london-by-walter-george-bell/ |
herein find much concerning things everybody knows about nobody knows things known since childhood content leave that knowing little still less found dealt mostly big things london keeping domesday book can tell off hand seen confessor s shrine of crowds enter westminster abbey big leaven even know there massive fragments london s roman wall still survive spot smithfield martyrs burnt english history made duke suffolk s head dramatic story roman baths london stone odd others city london innermost square mile richest ground historical associations world empire greater pity therefore unknown summary author s preface 1919 p |
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9310 |
9942 |
More Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain |
Mark Twain |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
<BR>"More Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain" fills in the gaps left by the first collection of newspaper articles: <a href="https://librivox.org/newspaper-articles-by-mark-twain/">"Newspaper Articles by Mark Twain" </a>. The missing articles, collected by <a href="http://twainquotes.com/">twainquotes.com</a>, consist of works printed in the Muscatine Journal, the Keokuk Daily Post, the New York Sunday Mercury, the Golden Era, the Californian, The Daily Dramatic Chronicle, San Francisco Bulletin, the New York Herald and travel letters originally printed in the Chicago Daily tribune. The earliest articles first appeared in 1853.<BR>This collection contains only the work of Mark Twain (and articles relating to him) that are in the public domain. It does NOT contain articles that were re-printed from original sources (those original articles can be found in the first collection). Introductory and editorial material on these articles is available at <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/newspapercollections.html"> the Twainquotes website</a>.<BR>\nSpecial thanks to Barbara Schmidt and twainquotes.com for the use of the collected public domain articles and to Eberhard Schneider for the German segments found in sections 151 and 153. (Introduction by John Greenman)<BR><BR>\n\nText sources:<BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/Muscatine/muscatine.html">Muscatine Journal</a><BR>\n- <a href=" http://www.twainquotes.com/Keokuk/keokuk.html">Keokuk Post</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/mercury/mercuryindex.html">New York Sunday Mercury</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/Era/eraindex.html">The Golden Era</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/Calif/califindex.html">The Californian</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/Chronicle/chronicleindex.html">San Francisco Dramatic Chronicle</a><BR>\n- <a href=" http://www.twainquotes.com/Bulletin/bulletin.html">San Francisco Bulletin</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/nyheraldindex.html">New York Herald</a><BR>\n- <a href="http://www.twainquotes.com/Travel1891/Travel1891index.html">Travel Letters</a></p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/more-newspaper-articles-by-mark-twain-by-mark-twain/ |
br more newspaper articles mark twain fills gaps left first collection newspaper articles a href https librivox org newspaper articles by mark twain newspaper articles mark twain a missing articles collected a href http twainquotes com twainquotes com a consist works printed muscatine journal keokuk daily post new york sunday mercury golden era californian daily dramatic chronicle san francisco bulletin new york herald travel letters originally printed chicago daily tribune earliest articles first appeared 1853 br this collection contains work mark twain and articles relating him public domain contain articles re printed original sources those original articles found first collection introductory editorial material articles available a href http www twainquotes com newspapercollections html twainquotes website a br special thanks barbara schmidt twainquotes com use collected public domain articles eberhard schneider german segments found sections 151 153 introduction john greenman br br text sources br a href http www twainquotes com muscatine muscatine html muscatine journal a br a href http www twainquotes com keokuk keokuk html keokuk post a br a href http www twainquotes com mercury mercuryindex html new york sunday mercury a br a href http www twainquotes com era eraindex html the golden era a br a href http www twainquotes com calif califindex html the californian a br a href http www twainquotes com chronicle chronicleindex html san francisco dramatic chronicle a br a href http www twainquotes com bulletin bulletin html san francisco bulletin a br a href http www twainquotes com nyheraldindex html new york herald a br a href http www twainquotes com travel1891 travel1891index html travel letters a p |
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9311 |
9943 |
Astounding Stories 15, March 1931 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
This issue includes "When the Mountain Came to Miramar" by Charles W. Diffin, "Beyond the Vanishing Point" by Ray Cummings, "Terrors Unseen" by Harl Vincent, the conclusion of "Phalanxes of Atlans" by F. V. W. Mason, and "The Meteor Girl" by Jack Williamson. - Summary by Bill Boerst</p> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-15-march-1931-by-ray-cummings/ |
issue includes when mountain came miramar charles w diffin beyond vanishing point ray cummings terrors unseen harl vincent conclusion phalanxes atlans f v w mason the meteor girl jack williamson summary bill boerst p |
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9312 |
9944 |
Third Circle |
Frank Norris |
Published 1900 onward |
Sixteen short stories by the American novelist Benjamin Frank Norris Jr (1870-1902) who wrote predominantly in the naturalist genre. He lived and worked in San Francisco. His writing has been compared to Emile Zola, Stephen Crane, Theodore Dreiser, and Edith Wharton. His writings sometimes contain an anti-Semitic element. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-third-circle-by-frank-norris/ |
sixteen short stories american novelist benjamin frank norris jr 1870 1902 wrote predominantly naturalist genre lived worked san francisco writing compared emile zola stephen crane theodore dreiser edith wharton writings sometimes contain anti semitic element summary wikipedia david wales p |
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9313 |
9945 |
Great Expectations (Version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
In one of Charles Dickens’ most beloved stories, Philip Pirrip, known as “Pip”, narrates his own journey, from the hindsight of 50 years.<br><br>\nPip grows up with his older sister after losing his parents at a very early age. His sister, a tough unloving woman, rules Pip and her gentle husband Joe with an iron hand. During Pip's 7th year, while playing in the marshes, he is accosted by an escaped criminal whom he decides to help by stealing food from his own home. But the convict is caught and returned to prison.<br><br>\nMiss Havisham, an eccentric, rich recluse, sends for Pip to come to her house to play with Estella, a haughty and rude girl about his age. Although Pip is ashamed of himself as a poor uneducated boy, he is fascinated by Estella. \nA few years later, he becomes apprenticed to Joe, a blacksmith, but dreams of becoming rich and clever and marrying Estella. A stranger, Mr. Jaggers, arrives to inform him that he has come into a handsome property, and will be removed from his present home to be brought up as a gentleman. The benefactor is kept secret, but Pip is sure it must be Miss Havisham.<br><br>\nIn London, he acquires a tutor, grand new clothes and the lifestyle he always wanted. However, life is complicated as a gentleman in society, and he finds himself very unhappy, as Estella remains indifferent to him, involved with someone else. Pip begins overspending his generous allowance, and worse, spurns his old friends. Then unexpected problems from his past arise, and begin to transform his attitude. (Summary by Mil Nicholson)</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/great-expectations-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
one charles dickens beloved stories philip pirrip known pip narrates journey hindsight 50 years br br pip grows older sister losing parents early age sister tough unloving woman rules pip gentle husband joe iron hand pip s 7th year playing marshes accosted escaped criminal decides help stealing food home convict caught returned prison br br miss havisham eccentric rich recluse sends pip come house play estella haughty rude girl age although pip ashamed poor uneducated boy fascinated estella years later becomes apprenticed joe blacksmith dreams becoming rich clever marrying estella stranger mr jaggers arrives inform come handsome property removed present home brought gentleman benefactor kept secret pip sure must miss havisham br br london acquires tutor grand new clothes lifestyle always wanted however life complicated gentleman society finds unhappy estella remains indifferent him involved someone else pip begins overspending generous allowance worse spurns old friends unexpected problems past arise begin transform attitude summary mil nicholson p |
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9314 |
9946 |
Ten Common Trees |
Susan Stokes |
Nature |
These are short sketches of ten common trees found in North America -- Black Willow, American Elm, Apple Tree, Horse-Chestnut, Birch, White Oak, Chestnut, Walnut, Cone Bearers, Red Maple. The simple writing style makes the book suitable to be used in schools. (Summary by Larry Wilson) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/ten-common-trees-by-susan-stokes/ |
short sketches ten common trees found north america black willow american elm apple tree horse chestnut birch white oak chestnut walnut cone bearers red maple simple writing style makes book suitable used schools summary larry wilson p |
| 9376 |
9315 |
9947 |
Collected Public Domain Poems of Wallace Stevens, Volume 2 |
Wallace Stevens |
Single author |
<br />A collection of Wallace Stevens poems written before 1923.<br /><br />These poems originally appeared in a variety of magazines (Others, Rogue, The Soil, The Modern School, Broom, Contact, The New Republic, The Measure, The Little Review, The Dial, and particularly in Poetry: A Magazine of Verse.) Nearly 70 of the 101 published poems were later collected in Stevens' first published collection of poems, <em>Harmonium</em>. (Summary by Alan Davis Drake & Ruth Golding)<br /><br />\n\nProof-listening by Winston Tharp, Hanna1990 and Ruth Golding.<br /><br />\n\nVolume 1 of this collection may be found at <a href="https://librivox.org/the-complete-public-domain-poems-of-wallace-stevens-volume-1-of-2/">https://librivox.org/the-complete-public-domain-poems-of-wallace-stevens-volume-1-of-2/</a>.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/collected-pdpoems-wallace-stevens2/ |
br a collection wallace stevens poems written 1923 br br these poems originally appeared variety magazines others rogue soil modern school broom contact new republic measure little review dial particularly poetry magazine verse nearly 70 101 published poems later collected stevens first published collection poems em harmonium em summary alan davis drake ruth golding br br proof listening winston tharp hanna1990 ruth golding br br volume 1 collection may found a href https librivox org the complete public domain poems of wallace stevens volume 1 of 2 https librivox org the complete public domain poems of wallace stevens volume 1 of 2 a br br |
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9316 |
9948 |
Woman and War |
Olive Schreiner |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Olive Schreiner was a South African writer born in 1855 to missionary parents in the Eastern Cape. She is credited with being the first Internationally famous South African Novelist. She was an extraordinary person and was one of the earliest campaigners for women's rights, including the right to equal pay for equal work, saying: "The fact that for equal work equally well performed by a man and by a woman it is ordained that the woman on the ground of her sex alone shall receive a less recompense is the nearest approach to a willful and unqualified "wrong" in the whole relation of woman to society today". She opposed racism of all kinds whether against the Boers or Black People and she was also a pacifist and anti-war campaigner.\nShe was a vociferous critic of British Imperialism in South Africa and of Cecil Rhodes and his policies while prime minister of the Cape. As a result of her public support for the Boers, all her manuscripts and her house were burned by the British during the Anglo-Boer War and she was interned in a concentration camp for several years.\nHer most well known book is "The Story of an African Farm" from 1883, in which her own free thinking and progressive views on equality, sexuality and marriage are explored. It became a best seller in Europe and The United States, praised by feminists for portraying a strong heroine in control of her own destiny. The book was originally published under a pseudonym and it was only eight years later with the publication of the second edition that she was able to use her own name.\nIn 1911 she published "Women and Labour" after having partly reconstructed it, as this was one of the manuscripts that had been destroyed. The book was immensely influential to the women's emancipation movement in England and The United States and is often referred to as the "bible" of the Women's Movement. One of the essays from that book, "Woman and War" was published as a separate booklet in 1914.\nOlive Schreiner died in 1920.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/woman-and-war-by-olive-schreiner/ |
olive schreiner south african writer born 1855 missionary parents eastern cape credited first internationally famous south african novelist extraordinary person one earliest campaigners women s rights including right equal pay equal work saying the fact equal work equally well performed man woman ordained woman ground sex alone shall receive less recompense nearest approach willful unqualified wrong whole relation woman society today opposed racism kinds whether boers black people also pacifist anti war campaigner vociferous critic british imperialism south africa cecil rhodes policies prime minister cape result public support boers manuscripts house burned british anglo boer war interned concentration camp several years well known book the story african farm 1883 free thinking progressive views equality sexuality marriage explored became best seller europe united states praised feminists portraying strong heroine control destiny book originally published pseudonym eight years later publication second edition able use name 1911 published women labour partly reconstructed it one manuscripts destroyed book immensely influential women s emancipation movement england united states often referred bible women s movement one essays book woman war published separate booklet 1914 olive schreiner died 1920 summary noel badrian |
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9317 |
9949 |
Don Quixote |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, Kentucky. After graduating from high school, Cawein worked in a pool hall in Louisville as a cashier in Waddill's New-market, which also served as a gambling house. He worked there for six years, saving his pay so he could return home to write.\nHis output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing presented Kentucky scenes in a language echoing Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats. He soon earned the nickname the "Keats of Kentucky".\n\nNote: In Greek mythology, Hippocrene was the name of a spring on Mt. Helicon. It was sacred to the Muses and was formed by the hooves of Pegasus. Its name literally translates as "Horse's Fountain" and the water was supposed to bring forth poetic inspiration when imbibed. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-by-madison-cawein/ |
madison julius cawein born louisville kentucky graduating high school cawein worked pool hall louisville cashier waddill s new market also served gambling house worked six years saving pay could return home write output thirty six books 1 500 poems writing presented kentucky scenes language echoing percy bysshe shelley john keats soon earned nickname keats kentucky note greek mythology hippocrene name spring mt helicon sacred muses formed hooves pegasus name literally translates horse s fountain water supposed bring forth poetic inspiration imbibed summary wikipedia p |
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9318 |
9950 |
Belfry Pigeon |
Nathaniel Parker Willis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Nathaniel Parker Willis, also known as N. P. Willis, was an American author, poet and editor who worked with several notable American writers including Edgar Allan Poe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He became the highest-paid magazine writer of his day. For a time, he was the employer of former slave and future writer Harriet Jacobs. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-belfry-pigeon-by-nathaniel-parker-willis/ |
nathaniel parker willis also known n p willis american author poet editor worked several notable american writers including edgar allan poe henry wadsworth longfellow became highest paid magazine writer day time employer former slave future writer harriet jacobs summary wikipedia p |
| 9380 |
9319 |
9951 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 19: Salmos |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El libro de los Salmos es la mejor coleccion de cantos, oraciones y poesia en la que los autores, incluyendo al rey David, hablan con Dios de una manera abierta y sincera, expresando todo tipo de sentimientos humanos. Es una de las secciones mas poderosas de la Palabra de Dios, y se encuentra precisamente en el centro de la Biblia! (Summary by Joyfull)</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-antigua-19-salmos-by-reina-valera/ |
el libro de los salmos es la mejor coleccion de cantos oraciones poesia en la que los autores incluyendo al rey david hablan con dios de una manera abierta sincera expresando todo tipo de sentimientos humanos es una de las secciones mas poderosas de la palabra de dios se encuentra precisamente en el centro de la biblia summary joyfull p |
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9333 |
9965 |
Master of Ballantrae |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Heir to a noble Scottish house in the mid 18th century, the Master is a charming, clever, and resourceful villain whose daring but ill-advised schemes first alienate his patrimony and at last cost him his life. His younger brother, sweet-tempered and good but dull and unpopular, suffers at the Master's hands until his patience and courage win him limited ascendancy, but he is at last consumed with hatred and driven to madness and death by the strain of his many sufferings. The story is told from the point of view of a loyal servant with the occasional insertion of documents in the words of other eye-witnesses. The episodic plot, although exciting, serves mainly as a structure on which to hang superb character studies. The Master, whom one both admires and hates, bears comparison with Long John Silver, not to mention Milton's Satan, to whom the narrator explicitly likens him. The secondary characters—narrator, father, and wife—are deftly characterized, and (with the exception of the two children) even the minor characters are vivid and memorable.<br /><br />Except for a few highly dialectal passages whose spelling insists on a Scottish burr, the reading eschews any false accent. (T. A. Copeland) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-of-ballantrae-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
heir noble scottish house mid 18th century master charming clever resourceful villain whose daring ill advised schemes first alienate patrimony last cost life younger brother sweet tempered good dull unpopular suffers master s hands patience courage win limited ascendancy last consumed hatred driven madness death strain many sufferings story told point view loyal servant occasional insertion documents words eye witnesses episodic plot although exciting serves mainly structure hang superb character studies master one admires hates bears comparison long john silver mention milton s satan narrator explicitly likens him secondary characters narrator father wife are deftly characterized with exception two children even minor characters vivid memorable br br except highly dialectal passages whose spelling insists scottish burr reading eschews false accent t a copeland p |
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9320 |
9952 |
In the Village of Viger |
Duncan Campbell Scott |
Published 1800 -1900 |
These ten superb short stories of Duncan Campbell Scott, published in 1896, portray humorous, farcical, and tragic aspects of life in the fictional Quebec village of Viger. Scott’s tales of the lives and vicissitudes of Viger’s inhabitants include an established milliner who is upset by the appearance of a younger, more popular rival; an innkeeper whose obsession with the Franco-Prussian War drives him mad; and a strange peddler with a carefully guarded secret that is accidentally revealed. \n<br><br>\nDuncan Campbell Scott was born in Ottawa, Ontario, in 1862. He entered the civil service in 1879 and remained until his retirement in 1932. Scott was an honored, skilled and popular poet, short-story writer, and essayist. He died in Ottawa in 1947. \n<br><br>\nFor more information see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duncan_Campbell_Scott. (Lee Smalley)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-village-of-viger-by-duncan-campbell-scott/ |
ten superb short stories duncan campbell scott published 1896 portray humorous farcical tragic aspects life fictional quebec village viger scott s tales lives vicissitudes viger s inhabitants include established milliner upset appearance younger popular rival innkeeper whose obsession franco prussian war drives mad strange peddler carefully guarded secret accidentally revealed br br duncan campbell scott born ottawa ontario 1862 entered civil service 1879 remained retirement 1932 scott honored skilled popular poet short story writer essayist died ottawa 1947 br br information see https en wikipedia org wiki duncan_campbell_scott lee smalley p |
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9321 |
9953 |
First Chapter Collection 004 |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Librivox First Chapter Collection 004 - a collection of the first chapters of 15 different books, chosen by Librivox volunteers.<br><br>This volume includes the first chapters of books by authors such as Charles Dickens, R. D. Blackmore, and Frances Hodgson Burnett, as well as a Spanish translation of The Scarlet Letter, the Code Napoleon, and much more! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-004/ |
librivox first chapter collection 004 collection first chapters 15 different books chosen librivox volunteers br br this volume includes first chapters books authors charles dickens r d blackmore frances hodgson burnett well spanish translation scarlet letter code napoleon much more summary rachel p |
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9322 |
9954 |
All the World |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
War & Military Fiction |
The Great War is over and the soldier boys are back home, but some of them just can't settle down again. Neither can the girls who helped out both on the foreign and the home front. Dr. Ward notices, but doesn't know how to help until one Sunday after his sermon, when something happens to change the lives of many in their town. Summary by Adele de Pignerolles.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/all-the-world-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
great war soldier boys back home can t settle again neither girls helped foreign home front dr ward notices know help one sunday sermon something happens change lives many town summary adele de pignerolles p |
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9323 |
9955 |
Beyond |
John Galsworthy |
Historical Fiction |
Gyp, the daughter of ex-Major Charles Claire Winton, at the age of 23 marries Fiorsen, a Swedish violin virtuoso. Her mother, the wife of another man, has been Winton's mistress; she had died when Gyp was born. A highly sensitive child, Gyp has grown up in isolated surroundings with a kind, but very British, father.</p>\n\nAs she gets older her father tries to introduce her into society. An attack of gout takes him to Wiesbaden for a cure and, as he never goes anywhere without her, she accompanies him. There she is mesmerised by Fiorsen and his playing. Intensely musical herself and inexperienced, she's flattered by the homage of the violinist although her father soon sees through him. She also sees he is talented but unstable, ignorant, vain, hypersensitive, with an air of romance – a typical virtuoso.</p>\n\nGyp realises that she may well have made a mistake in marrying Fiorsen. The book follows what happens to her thereafter.\n( Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-by-john-galsworthy/ |
gyp daughter ex major charles claire winton age 23 marries fiorsen swedish violin virtuoso mother wife another man winton s mistress died gyp born highly sensitive child gyp grown isolated surroundings kind british father p gets older father tries introduce society attack gout takes wiesbaden cure and never goes anywhere without her accompanies him mesmerised fiorsen playing intensely musical inexperienced flattered homage violinist although father soon sees him also sees talented unstable ignorant vain hypersensitive air romance typical virtuoso p gyp realises may well made mistake marrying fiorsen book follows happens thereafter simon evers p |
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9324 |
9956 |
Short Poetry Collection 152 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 26 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2016. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-152-by-various/ |
collection 26 poems read librivox volunteers january 2016 p |
| 9387 |
9325 |
9957 |
Mother’s Nursery Tales |
Katharine Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Perhaps you did not know that fairy tales were ever truths, but they are—the best and oldest of them. That does not mean they are facts like the things you see around you or learn from history books. Facts and truths are as different as the body and the spirit. Facts are like the body that we can see and touch and measure; we cannot see or measure the Spirit, but it is there. No one knows who first told them, nor where nor when. Perhaps none of them was told by any one particular person. Perhaps they just grew upon the Tree of Wisdom when the world was young, like shining fruit, and our wise and simple first parents plucked them, and gave them to their children to play with, and to taste. These are not new fairy-tales, the ones in this book that has been newly made for you and placed in your hands. They are old fairy-tales gathered together, some from one country, and some from another. They are old, old, old. As old as the hills or the human race,—as old as truth itself. Long ago, even so long ago as when your grandmother’s grandmother’s grandmother was a little rosy-cheeked girl, and your grandfather’s grandfather’s grandfather was a noisy shouting little boy, these stories were old.They could not harm the children, these fruits from the tree of wisdom, for each one was a lovely globe of truth, rich and wholesome to the taste. Magic fruit, for one could eat and eat, and still the fruit was there as perfect as ever to be handed down through generations, until at last it comes to you, as beautiful as in those days of long ago - Summary from the introduction</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/mothers-nursery-tales-by-katharine-pyle/ |
perhaps know fairy tales ever truths are the best oldest them mean facts like things see around learn history books facts truths different body spirit facts like body see touch measure cannot see measure spirit there one knows first told them when perhaps none told one particular person perhaps grew upon tree wisdom world young like shining fruit wise simple first parents plucked them gave children play with taste new fairy tales ones book newly made placed hands old fairy tales gathered together one country another old old old old hills human race as old truth itself long ago even long ago grandmother s grandmother s grandmother little rosy cheeked girl grandfather s grandfather s grandfather noisy shouting little boy stories old they could harm children fruits tree wisdom one lovely globe truth rich wholesome taste magic fruit one could eat eat still fruit perfect ever handed generations last comes you beautiful days long ago summary introduction p |
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9326 |
9958 |
Our Knowledge of the External World: As a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy |
Bertrand Russell |
Philosophy, Modern |
Bertrand Russell gave the Lowell Lectures in March and April of 1914; these lectures produced 'Our Knowledge of the External World'. Russell attempts to analyze the relationship of the crude data of our senses to the notions of physics such as space, time, and matter. Russell takes his analysis to illustrate the method of logical analysis used to such wonderful effect by thinkers in the late nineteenth-century to the notions of continuity, infinity, and the infinitesimal. These analyses effected a new epoch of clarity in the philosophy of mathematics; Russell hopes that a similar new age of clarity can be effected in the rest of philosophy through logical analysis; here, he undertakes the first stages of this analysis in the philosophy of physics. Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind.</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/our-knowledge-of-the-external-world-by-bertrand-russell/ |
bertrand russell gave lowell lectures march april 1914 lectures produced our knowledge external world russell attempts analyze relationship crude data senses notions physics space time matter russell takes analysis illustrate method logical analysis used wonderful effect thinkers late nineteenth century notions continuity infinity infinitesimal analyses effected new epoch clarity philosophy mathematics russell hopes similar new age clarity effected rest philosophy logical analysis here undertakes first stages analysis philosophy physics summary landon d c elkind p |
| 9389 |
9327 |
9959 |
Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy |
Bertrand Russell |
Philosophy, Modern |
Bertrand Russell wrote 'Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy' while imprisoned for protesting Britain's involvement in World War I. Russell summarizes the significance of the momentous work of mathematicians in the late nineteenth-century. He further describes his own philosophy of mathematics, Logicism (the view that all mathematical truths are logical truths), and his earlier, influential work solving the paradoxes that plagued mathematical foundations, which crystallized after ten years of dogged effort into the co-authored (with Alfred North Whitehead), three-volume 'Principia Mathematica'. Russell emphasizes the importance of a doctrine of types, the truth of Logicism, and the clarity brought to the philosophy of mathematics by the method of logical analysis. (summary by Landon D. C. Elkind) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/introduction-to-mathematical-philosophy-by-bertrand-russell/ |
bertrand russell wrote introduction mathematical philosophy imprisoned protesting britain s involvement world war i russell summarizes significance momentous work mathematicians late nineteenth century describes philosophy mathematics logicism the view mathematical truths logical truths earlier influential work solving paradoxes plagued mathematical foundations crystallized ten years dogged effort co authored with alfred north whitehead three volume principia mathematica russell emphasizes importance doctrine types truth logicism clarity brought philosophy mathematics method logical analysis summary landon d c elkind p |
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9328 |
9960 |
Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction |
Another short story for children by the well-known conversationalist and writer, Thornton W. Burgess. This story revolves around Unc' Billy Possum and his adventures.</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-unc-billy-possum-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
another short story children well known conversationalist writer thornton w burgess story revolves around unc billy possum adventures p |
| 9391 |
9329 |
9961 |
Claude Gueux |
Victor Hugo |
Short Stories |
Victor Hugo (1802-1885) raconte dans ce court récit l’histoire de Claude Gueux, incarcéré pour vol, devenu meutrier en prison, puis exécuté. En annexe, deux chapitres sur l’historique du vrai Claude Gueux, rédigés par l’éditeur Gustave Simon (1848-1928). (Summary by Sonia) |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/claude-gueux-by-victor-hugo/ |
victor hugo 1802 1885 raconte dans ce court récit l histoire de claude gueux incarcéré pour vol devenu meutrier en prison puis exécuté en annexe deux chapitres sur l historique du vrai claude gueux rédigés par l éditeur gustave simon 1848 1928 summary sonia |
| 9392 |
9330 |
9962 |
Tales of King Arthur and the Round Table (version 2) |
Andrew Lang |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
The tales of King Arthur and his Knights are of Celtic origin. The Celts were the people who occupied Britain at the time when the history of the country opens, and a few words are necessary to explain why the characters in the stories act and speak as though they belonged to a later age. These stories are adapted from the Book of Romance by ANDREW LANG.\n\nIt is believed that King Arthur lived in the sixth century, just after the Romans withdrew from Britain, and when the Britons, left to defend themselves against the attacks of the marauding Saxons, rose and defeated them at Mount Badon, securing to themselves peace for many years. It was probably about this time that King Arthur and his company of Knights performed the deeds which were to become the themes of stories and lays for generations afterwards.\n\nIn olden times, it was the custom of minstrels and story-tellers to travel through the land from court to court, telling of tales of chivalry and heroism, and for many centuries the tales of King Arthur formed the stock from which the story-teller drew.\n\nIn this way the stories came to be handed down from father to son, in Brittany (whose people are of the same family as the Welsh) as well as in Wales and England, and by this means alone were they prevented from being lost. But in the reigns of Henry II. and Richard I., they were set down on paper, and so became literature. Before this, however, a British writer had written out some of the tales, and from him as well as from the lips of the bards and story-tellers of their own generation, the writers in the time of Henry II. were able to collect their information. One of the most famous of the books compiled by old English writers was the “Historia Britonum,” which was written (in Latin) by Geoffrey, Bishop of Asaph. It contained an account of a war which King Arthur waged in Western Europe, but made no mention of the Holy Grail.\n\nFrom this and other books of romances compiled in England, and very largely, too, from books of French romances, Sir Thomas Malory obtained the material for his “Morte d’Arthur,” which was written in 1470. This is the most famous of the early books of Arthurian legend, and it is from the “Morte d’Arthur” that most of the stories in this book are taken. Some, however, are taken from the “High History of the Holy Graal,” translated from the French by Dr. Sebastian Evans. The language throughout has been modified with a view to making the legends more easy of study. - Summary by The introduction and BC</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-king-arthur-and-the-round-table-version-2-by-andrew-lang/ |
tales king arthur knights celtic origin celts people occupied britain time history country opens words necessary explain characters stories act speak though belonged later age stories adapted book romance andrew lang believed king arthur lived sixth century romans withdrew britain britons left defend attacks marauding saxons rose defeated mount badon securing peace many years probably time king arthur company knights performed deeds become themes stories lays generations afterwards olden times custom minstrels story tellers travel land court court telling tales chivalry heroism many centuries tales king arthur formed stock story teller drew way stories came handed father son brittany whose people family welsh well wales england means alone prevented lost reigns henry ii richard i set paper became literature this however british writer written tales well lips bards story tellers generation writers time henry ii able collect information one famous books compiled old english writers historia britonum written in latin geoffrey bishop asaph contained account war king arthur waged western europe made mention holy grail books romances compiled england largely too books french romances sir thomas malory obtained material morte d arthur written 1470 famous early books arthurian legend morte d arthur stories book taken some however taken high history holy graal translated french dr sebastian evans language throughout modified view making legends easy study summary introduction bc p |
| 9393 |
9331 |
9963 |
Wasted Day |
Robert F. Murray |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Robert Fuller Murray was a Victorian poet. Although born in the United States, Murray lived most of his life in the United Kingdom, most notably in St Andrews, Scotland. He wrote two books of poetry and was published occasionally in periodicals. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-wasted-day-by-r-f-murray/ |
robert fuller murray victorian poet although born united states murray lived life united kingdom notably st andrews scotland wrote two books poetry published occasionally periodicals summary wikipedia p |
| 9394 |
9332 |
9964 |
Little Masterpieces of American Wit and Humor Vol 2 |
Thomas Lansing Masson |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
Volume 2 of a ten volume collection of amusing tales, observations and anecdotes by America's greatest wordsmiths. This work includes selections by such household favorites as Ambrose Bierce, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Mark Twain and Bret Harte. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/little-masterpieces-of-american-wit-and-humor-vol-2-by-various/ |
volume 2 ten volume collection amusing tales observations anecdotes america s greatest wordsmiths work includes selections household favorites ambrose bierce oliver wendell holmes mark twain bret harte summary lynne thompson p |
| 9395 |
10031 |
10670 |
Epilogue |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In 1904, Canadian poet Bliss Carman published Sappho: One Hundred Lyrics, which was not just a translation of the fragments but an imaginative reconstruction of the lost poems. While of little to no scholarly value, Carman's translations brought Sappho's work to the attention of a wide readership. \nOur Fortnightly Poem is the Epilogue to this collection by Bliss Carman. (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/epilogue-by-bliss-carman/ |
1904 canadian poet bliss carman published sappho one hundred lyrics translation fragments imaginative reconstruction lost poems little scholarly value carman s translations brought sappho s work attention wide readership fortnightly poem epilogue collection bliss carman wikipedia p |
| 9396 |
9334 |
9966 |
Schubert And His Works |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Music |
This is a short introduction to Franz Schubert’s life and works. “…to give the casual radio listener a slight idea of Schubert’s inundating fecundity and inspiration. Like Bach, like Haydn, like Mozart, Schubert’s capacity for creative labor staggers the imagination… Volumes would not exhaust the wonder of his myriad creations. If this tiny book serves to heighten even a little the reader’s interest in such songs, symphonies, piano or chamber works of Schubert as come to his attention over the air it will have achieved the most that can be asked of it.” This book was published by The Philharmonic Symphony Society of New York. - Summary by Author's Foreword and david wales</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/schubert-and-his-works-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
short introduction franz schubert s life works to give casual radio listener slight idea schubert s inundating fecundity inspiration like bach like haydn like mozart schubert s capacity creative labor staggers imagination volumes would exhaust wonder myriad creations tiny book serves heighten even little reader s interest songs symphonies piano chamber works schubert come attention air achieved asked it book published philharmonic symphony society new york summary author s foreword david wales p |
| 9397 |
9335 |
9967 |
Book of Good Counsels - From the Sanskrit of the "Hitopadesa" |
Sir Edwin Arnold |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Ancient |
The term ‘Hitopadesha’ is a combination of two Sanskrit terms, ‘Hita’ (welfare/ benefit) and ‘Upadesha’ (counsel). As the term suggests, The Hitopadesha is a collection of tales that gives good counsel. <br><br>Hitopadesa was presumably written by Narayan Pandit and is an independent treatment of the Vishnu Sarman's Panchatantra (3rd century BC) which it resembles in form. In Hitopadesha, Vishnu Sarman is depicted as a Sage who undertakes to give good counsel to the sons of Sudarsana, the king of Pataliputra, through stories within stories involving talking animals. The dating of Hitopadesha is problematic as no other work by Narayan Pandit is known. The earliest manuscript of Hitopadesha dates from 1373; it could be of East Indian origin during the Pala Empire (8th-12th centuries).<br><br>This book is a condensed but faithful transcript of Hitopadesha in sense and manner rendered in English by Sir Edwin Arnold. Sir Edwin says in the Preface that the Hitopadesa may be styled 'The father of all Fables'; for "from its numerous translations come Esop and Piplay and in latter days, 'Reineke Fuchs'." Summary by Jothi</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-good-counsels-by-sir-edwin-arnold/ |
term hitopadesha combination two sanskrit terms hita welfare benefit upadesha counsel term suggests hitopadesha collection tales gives good counsel br br hitopadesa presumably written narayan pandit independent treatment vishnu sarman s panchatantra 3rd century bc resembles form hitopadesha vishnu sarman depicted sage undertakes give good counsel sons sudarsana king pataliputra stories within stories involving talking animals dating hitopadesha problematic work narayan pandit known earliest manuscript hitopadesha dates 1373 could east indian origin pala empire 8th 12th centuries br br this book condensed faithful transcript hitopadesha sense manner rendered english sir edwin arnold sir edwin says preface hitopadesa may styled the father fables from numerous translations come esop piplay latter days reineke fuchs summary jothi p |
| 9398 |
9336 |
9968 |
American Scenery, Vol. 1 |
Nathaniel Parker Willis |
Travel & Geography |
Although the focus of this book is the engravings depicting scenic sites of 19th century America, each is accompanied by a short description of the site and location. These vignettes give us rare glimpses of scenic locations as they appeared in 1840. All sites are in the eastern part of the United States, especially New England and New York. This is Volume One of a two-volume set. (Summary by Larry Wilson) </p> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/american-scenery-vol-1-by-nathaniel-parker-willis/ |
although focus book engravings depicting scenic sites 19th century america accompanied short description site location vignettes give us rare glimpses scenic locations appeared 1840 sites eastern part united states especially new england new york volume one two volume set summary larry wilson p |
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9337 |
9969 |
Tales Of King Arthur And The Round Table |
Andrew Lang |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The tales of King Arthur and his Knights are of Celtic origin. The Celts were the people who occupied Britain at the time when the history of the country opens… It is believed that King Arthur lived in the sixth century, just after the Romans withdrew from Britain… the stories came to be handed down from father to son, in Brittany (whose people are of the same family as the Welsh) as well as in Wales and England… [story-tellers altered the stories to suit their times down through the centuries] …and so in their altered and historically inaccurate form they have reached us at the present day. …Sir Thomas Malory obtained the material for his “Morte d’Arthur,” which was written in 1470. This is the most famous of the early books of Arthurian legend, and it is from the “Morte d’Arthur” that most of the stories in this book are taken…. The language throughout has been modified with a view to making the legends more easy of study. - Summary by Book Introduction and david wales</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-king-arthur-and-the-round-table-by-andrew-lang/ |
tales king arthur knights celtic origin celts people occupied britain time history country opens believed king arthur lived sixth century romans withdrew britain stories came handed father son brittany whose people family welsh well wales england story tellers altered stories suit times centuries and altered historically inaccurate form reached us present day sir thomas malory obtained material morte d arthur written 1470 famous early books arthurian legend morte d arthur stories book taken language throughout modified view making legends easy study summary book introduction david wales p |
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9338 |
9970 |
Святочные рассказы |
Nikolai Leskov |
Humorous Fiction |
Николай Семёнович Лесков, русский писатель и публицист, из-за своих оригинальных и принципиальных взглядов был не принят по достоинству в литературных кругах ни при жизни, ни при Советской власти. «Лескова русские люди признают самым русским из русских писателей и который всех глубже и шире знал русский народ таким, каков он есть», — писал Д. П. Святополк-Мирский. Свидетельство тому его "Святочные рассказы".<br><br>\n\nNikolai Leskov (1831 – 1895) was a Russian novelist and short-story writer whose reputation suffered because of his non-conformist views. He created a fascinating picture of wide layers of contemporary Russian society mostly using short literary forms, as reflected in his Yuletide Stories.\n( Mark Chulsky and Wikipedia) |
Russian |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/yuletide-stories-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
николай семёнович лесков русский писатель и публицист из за своих оригинальных и принципиальных взглядов был не принят по достоинству в литературных кругах ни при жизни ни при советской власти лескова русские люди признают самым русским из русских писателей и который всех глубже и шире знал русский народ таким каков он есть писал д п святополк мирский свидетельство тому его святочные рассказы br br nikolai leskov 1831 1895 russian novelist short story writer whose reputation suffered non conformist views created fascinating picture wide layers contemporary russian society mostly using short literary forms reflected yuletide stories mark chulsky wikipedia |
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9339 |
9971 |
Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton |
Oliver Optic |
Action & Adventure |
The Bunkers are a group of rebellious boys who make life miserable for many on the shores of an upstate New York Lake. Captain Sedley's son, Frank, has a run in with the boys and decides to start a boat club for his son and his friends.They learn the operation of the boat, cooperation and discipline. In the course of the story, they also show up the Bunkers. - Summary by JohnTRN |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-boat-club-by-william-taylor-adams/ |
bunkers group rebellious boys make life miserable many shores upstate new york lake captain sedley s son frank run boys decides start boat club son friends they learn operation boat cooperation discipline course story also show bunkers summary johntrn |
| 9402 |
9340 |
9972 |
Extracts from a Diary Kept by the Rev. R. Burrows during Heke's War in the North, in 1845 |
Robert Burrows |
War & Military |
An eye-witness account of the so-called Flagstaff War, fought between Maori warriors, led by Hone Heke, and British troops between March 1845 and January 1846 in and around the Bay of Islands. Ostensibly triggered by the cutting down of the flagstaff above Kororareka (now Russell), Heke's attack on the town was a consequence of festering grievances following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi and annexation of New Zealand by the British Crown in 1840. The Reverend Robert Burrows had charge of the mission station and school at Waimate, inland from the Bay of Islands. His day-by-day account paints a vivid picture of the conflict, in which his chosen role was to mediate between the two sides. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/extracts-from-a-diary-kept-by-the-rev-r-burrows-during-hekes-war-in-the-north-in-1845-by-robert-burrows/ |
eye witness account so called flagstaff war fought maori warriors led hone heke british troops march 1845 january 1846 around bay islands ostensibly triggered cutting flagstaff kororareka now russell heke s attack town consequence festering grievances following signing treaty waitangi annexation new zealand british crown 1840 reverend robert burrows charge mission station school waimate inland bay islands day by day account paints vivid picture conflict chosen role mediate two sides summary phil benson p |
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9341 |
9973 |
Hindu-Yogi Science Of Breath |
William Walker Atkinson |
*Non-fiction |
Increase your awareness about the forgotten art of breathing as researched, practiced and written by our Eastern brothers. Inside you will find how our Western society has perhaps forgotten the proper way to breath, hence leaving us more susceptible to disease and poor health. This book explains in layman's terms what happens inside our bodies when we inhale and then exhale. And the effects improper breathing has on both our internal and external extremities. It describes nature's proximity for the respiratory, and circulatory systems. The final sections include invaluable Yogi breathing exercises for increased breathing awareness and better health. Salaam. (Mike Justice)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-hindu-yogi-science-of-breath-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
increase awareness forgotten art breathing researched practiced written eastern brothers inside find western society perhaps forgotten proper way breath hence leaving us susceptible disease poor health book explains layman s terms happens inside bodies inhale exhale effects improper breathing internal external extremities describes nature s proximity respiratory circulatory systems final sections include invaluable yogi breathing exercises increased breathing awareness better health salaam mike justice p |
| 9404 |
9342 |
9974 |
Seltsame Geschichten |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Anthologies |
Seltsame Geschichten ist eine Sammlung von Spukgeschichten und anderer fantastischer Seltsamkeiten aus dem 19ten und frühen 20ten Jahrhundert. Neben einigen bekannten Namen wie Kipling, Heine und Meyrink sind auch viele heute vergessene Autoren vertreten.\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/seltsame-geschichten-by-various/ |
seltsame geschichten ist eine sammlung von spukgeschichten und anderer fantastischer seltsamkeiten aus dem 19ten und frühen 20ten jahrhundert neben einigen bekannten namen wie kipling heine und meyrink sind auch viele heute vergessene autoren vertreten |
| 9405 |
9343 |
9975 |
Early Poems |
Nathan Haskell Dole |
Single author |
This is a volume of the early poems by James Russell Lowell, including a brief biographical sketch by Nathan Haskell Dole. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/early-poems-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
volume early poems james russell lowell including brief biographical sketch nathan haskell dole summary carolin p |
| 9406 |
9344 |
9976 |
Art of Money Getting (version 2) |
P. T. Barnum |
Self-Help |
<br/>Although Barnum considered himself primarily a showman and his main goal was to put money in his own pocket, this little book, subtitled Golden Rules for Making Money does have a good deal of common sense about how to make money, and perhaps more importantly, how to keep it once you've made it. Of course, having been written nearly a century and a half ago, some of the advice may be a little dated, but it remains a very readable self-help book. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/art-of-money-getting-2-by-p-t-barnum/ |
br although barnum considered primarily showman main goal put money pocket little book subtitled golden rules making money good deal common sense make money perhaps importantly keep made it course written nearly century half ago advice may little dated remains readable self help book summary ruth golding br br |
| 9407 |
9345 |
9977 |
Iron Will |
Abner Bayley |
Self-Help |
<br />Orison Swett Marden was well-known at the turn of the 20th century for his inspirational and spiritual books of self-help. This one deals with the importance of a man developing his own will-power. Swett Marden here offers advice on how to achieve success and how to overcome disappointments through self-belief, persistence and determination, all within a spiritual and moral framework. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/an-iron-will-by-orison-swett-marden/ |
br orison swett marden well known turn 20th century inspirational spiritual books self help one deals importance man developing will power swett marden offers advice achieve success overcome disappointments self belief persistence determination within spiritual moral framework summary ruth golding br br |
| 9408 |
9346 |
9978 |
Ben Pepper |
Margaret Sidney |
Action & Adventure |
This book is about Ben Pepper on some adventures! From The Five Little Peppers to Joel Pepper to now Ben Pepper, you'll know everything about the Pepper family. - Summary by Elijah Fisher |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/ben-pepper-by-margaret-sidney/ |
book ben pepper adventures five little peppers joel pepper ben pepper know everything pepper family summary elijah fisher |
| 9409 |
9347 |
9979 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 20: Libro de los Proverbios |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
Necesita discernimiento, sabiduría y entendimiento? Necesita tomar una decisión y no sabe por donde empezar? El libro de Los Proverbios es una colección de dichos sabios, consejos prácticos y sentido común. Aunque fueron escritos hace miles de años, personas de cualquier edad pueden beneficiarse al aplicarlos en su vida diaria. <br></br>Do you need wisdom, discernment, and understanding? Do you need to make a decision and don't know where to start? The book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings, practical advice, and common sense. Although they were written thousands of years ago, people of any age may benefit when applying them to their everyday life. - Summary by Claudia Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-1909-20-libro-de-los-proverbios-by-reina-valera/ |
necesita discernimiento sabiduría entendimiento necesita tomar una decisión sabe por donde empezar el libro de los proverbios es una colección de dichos sabios consejos prácticos sentido común aunque fueron escritos hace miles de años personas de cualquier edad pueden beneficiarse al aplicarlos en su vida diaria br br do need wisdom discernment understanding need make decision know start book proverbs collection wise sayings practical advice common sense although written thousands years ago people age may benefit applying everyday life summary claudia barrett p |
| 9410 |
9348 |
9980 |
Bars and Shadows: The Prison Poems of Ralph Chaplin |
Ralph Chaplin |
Single author, Ballads |
Ralph Chaplin and many other prominent members of the Industrial Workers of the World were imprisoned under the Espionage Act of 1917 as the United States entered World War I. As with Socialist presidential candidate Eugene V. Debs, these activists were accused of undermining recruiting efforts and the draft - even of encouraging soldiers to desert. Though they never gained the universal popularity of his anthem "Solidarity Forever," the poems and songs in this volume - composed during his four years in prison - represent the defiant attitude of a true rebel in the face of persecution. - Summary by Ben Adams</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bars-and-shadows-the-prison-poems-of-ralph-chaplin-by-ralph-chaplin/ |
ralph chaplin many prominent members industrial workers world imprisoned espionage act 1917 united states entered world war i socialist presidential candidate eugene v debs activists accused undermining recruiting efforts draft even encouraging soldiers desert though never gained universal popularity anthem solidarity forever poems songs volume composed four years prison represent defiant attitude true rebel face persecution summary ben adams p |
| 9411 |
9349 |
9981 |
Great Inventors and Their Inventions |
Frank Puterbaugh Bachman |
Biography & Autobiography |
This book is about Great inventors and what they created. It has different stories like Alexander Bell, Wrights, Morse, Gutenberg, and Edison. ON August 17, 1807, a curious crowd of people in New York gathered at a boat landing. Tied to the dock was a strange-looking craft. A smokestack rose above the deck. From the sides of the boat, there stood out queer shaped paddle wheels. Of a sudden, the clouds of smoke from the smokestack grew larger, the paddle wheels turned, and the boat, to the astonishment of all, moved. It was "Fulton's Folly," the Clermont, on her first trip to Albany.\n<br><br>\nThe first boat used by man was probably the trunk of a fallen tree, moved about by means of a broken branch or pole. Then some savage saw that a better boat could be made by tying a number of logs together to make a raft. But rafts are hard to move, so the heart of a log was hollowed out by means of a stone ax or fire, to make a still better boat, or strips of birch bark were skillfully fastened together to form a graceful canoe. Boats were constructed also of rough-hewn boards. With such primitive craft, voyages of hundreds of miles were made up and down great rivers like the Mississippi, or along the shores of inland seas like the Great Lakes. \n<br><br>\nThe Phœnicians were the first great sailors. Their boats, called galleys, were sometimes two to three hundred feet long. These were of two kinds, merchantmen and war vessels. The merchantmen were propelled partly by sails and partly by oars, but on the war vessels, when in battle, oars only were used. On a single boat there were often several hundred oarsmen or galley slaves. These galley slaves were as a rule prisoners of war. They were chained to the oar benches, and to force them to row, they were often beaten within an inch of their lives. In enormous sail-and-oar vessels the Phœnicians crossed the Mediterranean in every direction, pushed out into the Atlantic Ocean, and went as far north as England. \n<br><br>\nThe chief improvement in boat making, from the time of the Phœnicians until the first trip of the Clermont, was to do away with oars and to use sails only. - Summary by Elijah Fisher </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/great-inventors-and-their-inventions-by-frank-puterbaugh-bachman/ |
book great inventors created different stories like alexander bell wrights morse gutenberg edison august 17 1807 curious crowd people new york gathered boat landing tied dock strange looking craft smokestack rose deck sides boat stood queer shaped paddle wheels sudden clouds smoke smokestack grew larger paddle wheels turned boat astonishment all moved fulton s folly clermont first trip albany br br first boat used man probably trunk fallen tree moved means broken branch pole savage saw better boat could made tying number logs together make raft rafts hard move heart log hollowed means stone ax fire make still better boat strips birch bark skillfully fastened together form graceful canoe boats constructed also rough hewn boards primitive craft voyages hundreds miles made great rivers like mississippi along shores inland seas like great lakes br br phœnicians first great sailors boats called galleys sometimes two three hundred feet long two kinds merchantmen war vessels merchantmen propelled partly sails partly oars war vessels battle oars used single boat often several hundred oarsmen galley slaves galley slaves rule prisoners war chained oar benches force row often beaten within inch lives enormous sail and oar vessels phœnicians crossed mediterranean every direction pushed atlantic ocean went far north england br br chief improvement boat making time phœnicians first trip clermont away oars use sails only summary elijah fisher p |
| 9412 |
9350 |
9982 |
Salvage in Space |
Jack Williamson |
Science Fiction |
This is an SF tale of excitement, danger, derring-do and strangely enough, love. A lonely and very poor asteroid miner, slowly collecting bits of metallic ore in the asteroid belt on his slowly accumulating 'planet' of debris, sees and captures a derelict space ship with a horrible monster aboard .. as well as a dead but lovely girl. How does it all end? Well you will need to listen to find out. One of Jack Williamson's early tales that earned him his reputation as a master story teller.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/salvage-in-space-by-jack-williamson/ |
sf tale excitement danger derring do strangely enough love lonely poor asteroid miner slowly collecting bits metallic ore asteroid belt slowly accumulating planet debris sees captures derelict space ship horrible monster aboard well dead lovely girl end well need listen find out one jack williamson s early tales earned reputation master story teller p |
| 9413 |
9351 |
9983 |
American in the Making, the Life Story of an Immigrant |
Marcus Eli Ravage |
Biography & Autobiography |
“The sweat-shop was for me the cradle of liberty. . . It was my first university.” Attending lectures and the New York theatre at night; by day sewing sleeves into shirts in a ghetto shop, Marcus Eli Ravage (1884-1965) began his transformation from “alien” to American. His 1917 autobiography is a paean to the transformative power of education. Ravage emigrated from Rumania in 1900, at the age of 16. After working for several years as a “sleever” to save money, he enrolls in the University of Missouri (the least expensive school he can find), where culture shock overwhelms him at first. “I was not sure whether it was a pig or a sheep that bleated, whether clover was a plant and plover a bird, or the other way around.” But he adapts, and eventually embraces “the bigger and freer world” outside the immigrant ghetto. He writes that, because of his university experience, he was no longer “a man without a country.” He had become an American. - Summary by Sue Anderson</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/an-american-in-the-making-the-life-story-of-an-immigrant-by-marcus-eli-ravage/ |
the sweat shop cradle liberty first university attending lectures new york theatre night day sewing sleeves shirts ghetto shop marcus eli ravage 1884 1965 began transformation alien american 1917 autobiography paean transformative power education ravage emigrated rumania 1900 age 16 working several years sleever save money enrolls university missouri the least expensive school find culture shock overwhelms first i sure whether pig sheep bleated whether clover plant plover bird way around adapts eventually embraces the bigger freer world outside immigrant ghetto writes that university experience longer a man without country become american summary sue anderson p |
| 9414 |
9352 |
9984 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. V, No 1, January 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Summary by J. M. Smallheer </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-v-no-1-january-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 9415 |
9353 |
9985 |
Shepherd's Life; Impressions Of The South Wiltshire Downs |
William Henry Hudson |
Travel & Geography |
Hudson wrote this classic work in 1910; it is admiringly mentioned by many other writers. It focuses on the memories of a head shepherd, Caleb Bawcombe, so it is concerned with the period of mid to late nineteenth century rural Wiltshire, a county in England. This pleasant engaging book contains rural wisdom, natural history, farming practices, human characters, and more - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-shepherds-life-impressions-of-the-south-wiltshire-downs-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
hudson wrote classic work 1910 admiringly mentioned many writers focuses memories head shepherd caleb bawcombe concerned period mid late nineteenth century rural wiltshire county england pleasant engaging book contains rural wisdom natural history farming practices human characters summary david wales p |
| 9416 |
9354 |
9986 |
Miss Ingalis |
Gertrude Hall |
Family |
As the story begins, title character Grace Ingalis is a young woman with a middle-class socialite's upbringing who decides to marry a well-off young businessman she met mere weeks before on a winter sail to the West Indies. But intrigue is brewing as her married (and quite jealous) older sister Lydia is feeling left out, and a religious awakening awaits Grace. The story is reminiscent of Edith Wharton, who was a family friend, by way of Hall's art critic husband, Mr. Brownell. - Summary by BellonaTimes</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/miss-ingalis-by-anna-gertrude-hall/ |
story begins title character grace ingalis young woman middle class socialite s upbringing decides marry well off young businessman met mere weeks winter sail west indies intrigue brewing married and quite jealous older sister lydia feeling left out religious awakening awaits grace story reminiscent edith wharton family friend way hall s art critic husband mr brownell summary bellonatimes p |
| 9417 |
9355 |
9987 |
Alarm Clocks |
Joyce Kilmer |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Joyce Kilmer (born as Alfred Joyce Kilmer) was an American writer and poet mainly remembered for a short poem titled "Trees" (1913), which was published in the collection Trees and Other Poems in 1914. While most of his works are largely unknown, a select few of his poems remain popular and are published frequently in anthologies.\nAt the time of his deployment to Europe during World War I, Kilmer was considered the leading American Roman Catholic poet and lecturer of his generation, whom critics often compared to British contemporaries G. K. Chesterton (1874–1936) and Hilaire Belloc (1870–1953). He enlisted in the New York National Guard and was deployed to France with the 69th Infantry Regiment (the famous "Fighting 69th") in 1917. He was killed by a sniper's bullet at the Second Battle of the Marne in 1918 at the age of 31. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/alarm-clocks-by-joyce-kilmer/ |
joyce kilmer born alfred joyce kilmer american writer poet mainly remembered short poem titled trees 1913 published collection trees poems 1914 works largely unknown select poems remain popular published frequently anthologies time deployment europe world war i kilmer considered leading american roman catholic poet lecturer generation critics often compared british contemporaries g k chesterton 1874 1936 hilaire belloc 1870 1953 enlisted new york national guard deployed france 69th infantry regiment the famous fighting 69th 1917 killed sniper s bullet second battle marne 1918 age 31 summary wikipedia p |
| 9418 |
9356 |
9988 |
Song from the Suds |
Louisa May Alcott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), House & Home |
Librivox volunteers bring you 16 readings of A Song from the Suds, by Louisa May Alcott, author of novels like Little Women. This was the fortnightly poem for June 7-21, 2015.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-from-the-suds-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 readings song suds louisa may alcott author novels like little women fortnightly poem june 7 21 2015 p |
| 9419 |
9357 |
9989 |
Избранные стихи и баллады |
Vasily Andreyevich Zhukovsky |
Single author |
Vasily Zhukovsky, 1783 – 1852, was one of the foremost Russian poets and translators, and a leading figure in Russian literature in the first half of the 19th century.<br>\nВасилий Андреевич Жуковский, 1783 – 1852, русский поэт и переводчик первой половины XIX века, один из основоположников романтизма в русской поэзии. Многие произведения явились переводами и вольными переложениями.\n(Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky) </p> |
Russian |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/poems-and-ballads-by-vasily-andreyevich-zhukovsky/ |
vasily zhukovsky 1783 1852 one foremost russian poets translators leading figure russian literature first half 19th century br василий андреевич жуковский 1783 1852 русский поэт и переводчик первой половины xix века один из основоположников романтизма в русской поэзии многие произведения явились переводами и вольными переложениями wikipedia mark chulsky p |
| 9420 |
9358 |
9990 |
Happy Homes and the Hearts that Make Them: Or Thrifty People and why They Thrive |
Samuel Smiles |
Self-Help |
Samuel Smiles was a Scottish author and government reformer, but he concluded that more progress would come from new attitudes than from new laws. He wrote popular articles and books on his theories; ways people could help themselves overcome their problems. His book "Self-Help" brought him to celebrity status: almost overnight, he became a leading pundit and much-consulted guru. "Happy Homes" focuses on ways and reasons to be thrifty, how to find happiness in life, the opposite sex and work. What's particularly striking about this book is its clear-headed 19th Century advice for "improvement" and cultural stability, etc., combined with the entrenched and historic sexism of a paternalistic society. “Sow a thought and you get an act; Sow an act and you get a habit; Sow a habit and you get a character; Sow a character and you get a destiny.”― Samuel Smiles, Happy Homes and the Hearts That Make Them - Summary by John Greenman and Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/happy-homes-and-the-hearts-that-make-them-by-samuel-smiles/ |
samuel smiles scottish author government reformer concluded progress would come new attitudes new laws wrote popular articles books theories ways people could help overcome problems book self help brought celebrity status almost overnight became leading pundit much consulted guru happy homes focuses ways reasons thrifty find happiness life opposite sex work what s particularly striking book clear headed 19th century advice improvement cultural stability etc combined entrenched historic sexism paternalistic society sow thought get act sow act get habit sow habit get character sow character get destiny samuel smiles happy homes hearts make summary john greenman wikipedia p |
| 9421 |
9359 |
9991 |
Country Parson: His Character and Rule of Life |
George Herbert |
Religion |
George Herbert was an English poet, orator, and priest. In <i>The Country Parson</i> he describes the roles of the priest and offers practice advice to English clergymen about how to fulfill their duties. - Summary by Karen Clausen-Brown |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/the-country-parson-by-george-herbert/ |
george herbert english poet orator priest i the country parson i describes roles priest offers practice advice english clergymen fulfill duties summary karen clausen brown |
| 9422 |
9413 |
10047 |
Little Eyolf (Mencken Translation) |
Henrik Ibsen |
Drama |
One of the four profound plays of Ibsen’s late period (along with “The Master Builder,” “John Gabriel Borkman,” and “When We Dead Awaken”), “Little Eyolf” tells the story of Albert Allmers, a writer who has yearned to leave behind a literary or philosophical legacy of some kind, but who finally decides to invest that yearning in the life of his little handicapped son, Eyolf. Rita Allmers loves her husband so obsessively that she hates any rival for his affection, whether it be Allmer’s literary magnum opus, Little Eyolf himself, or Albert’s strangely devoted sister Asta. Little Eyolf’s tragic death, possibly orchestrated by the eldritch old Rat-Wife, brings about a psychological climax among the three adults, as they reveal to each other deep conflicts of love and hate, complex erotic desires, raw honesty about their emotional emptiness in the face of human tragedy, and the realization that all that really matters to any one of them is Life itself. The famous H. L. Mencken heads a team effort committed to the colloquial, lucid rendition of this alternative translation. ( Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/little-eyolf-mencken-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
one four profound plays ibsen s late period along the master builder john gabriel borkman when dead awaken little eyolf tells story albert allmers writer yearned leave behind literary philosophical legacy kind finally decides invest yearning life little handicapped son eyolf rita allmers loves husband obsessively hates rival affection whether allmer s literary magnum opus little eyolf himself albert s strangely devoted sister asta little eyolf s tragic death possibly orchestrated eldritch old rat wife brings psychological climax among three adults reveal deep conflicts love hate complex erotic desires raw honesty emotional emptiness face human tragedy realization really matters one life itself famous h l mencken heads team effort committed colloquial lucid rendition alternative translation expatriate p |
| 9423 |
9360 |
9992 |
Havelok the Dane: A Legend of Old Grimsby and Lincoln |
Charles Watts Whistler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />Troy, Athens, Rome... each has its founding legend. So too does the Lincolnshire town of Grimsby, once the largest fishing port in the world.\n<br /><br />\nHavelok the Dane probably derives from a folk-tale, orally passed down before assuming written form - first in Anglo-Norman French, later in Middle English verse (c. 1280-1300). It tells of the rescue of the Danish prince from a wicked regent, who has tried to procure Havelok's murder. Grim the fisher, the appointed hit-man, thwarts the plan by spiriting the lad to England, where Grim settles with his family on the coast, adopting Havelok as his foster-son and naming the new community after himself.\n<br /><br />\nC.W. Whistler's clever adaptation of the tale (published in 1899) draws on the various medieval sources. The English poem is particularly suited to 'novelisation'. It abounds in homely detail, and the hero's progress from half-dead waif to the triumphant fulfilment of his strength and kingly destiny makes a satisfying arc for the development of plot and character. At the same time, the legend's origins in oral performance are suggested through the choice of a first-person narrator, namely Grim's sober-sided son Radbard, whose plain-spoken account conveys something of the older saga tradition.\n<br /><br />\nOur reader, the gifted Tony Foster, has worked and travelled in Scandinavia. His subtly-inflected narration brings a truly Nordic flavour to this re-creation of life in sixth-century Britain.\n<br /><br />\nSince Charles Whistler published his novel, both Grimsby and its local heroes have been celebrated from time to time - by Elton John in his album Caribou (1974) and recently in a folk rock musical by local band Merlin's Keep (2014). (Introductory summary by Martin Geeson)<p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/havelok-the-dane-a-legend-of-old-grimsby-and-lincoln-by-charles-watts-whistler/ |
br troy athens rome founding legend lincolnshire town grimsby largest fishing port world br br havelok dane probably derives folk tale orally passed assuming written form first anglo norman french later middle english verse c 1280 1300 tells rescue danish prince wicked regent tried procure havelok s murder grim fisher appointed hit man thwarts plan spiriting lad england grim settles family coast adopting havelok foster son naming new community himself br br c w whistler s clever adaptation tale published 1899 draws various medieval sources english poem particularly suited novelisation abounds homely detail hero s progress half dead waif triumphant fulfilment strength kingly destiny makes satisfying arc development plot character time legend s origins oral performance suggested choice first person narrator namely grim s sober sided son radbard whose plain spoken account conveys something older saga tradition br br reader gifted tony foster worked travelled scandinavia subtly inflected narration brings truly nordic flavour re creation life sixth century britain br br since charles whistler published novel grimsby local heroes celebrated time time elton john album caribou 1974 recently folk rock musical local band merlin s keep 2014 introductory summary martin geeson p |
| 9424 |
9361 |
9993 |
Poems of American History, The Revolution |
Various |
Poetry, Early Modern |
A history through poetry of the American Revolution, from the early days of unrest, through the Boston Tea Party, The Ride of Paul Revere, the campaign at Valley Forge, to the time of peace and the forming of the Nation, including works by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, William Cullen Bryant, Bret Harte, Alfred Tennyson, and many more. This is the second of 5 volumes that cover American History through poetry from the Vikings to WWI. - Summary by Ed Humpal |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-american-history-the-revolution-by-various/ |
history poetry american revolution early days unrest boston tea party ride paul revere campaign valley forge time peace forming nation including works oliver wendell holmes benjamin franklin thomas paine henry wadsworth longfellow william cullen bryant bret harte alfred tennyson many more second 5 volumes cover american history poetry vikings wwi summary ed humpal |
| 9425 |
9362 |
9994 |
Curiosities of Street Literature |
Various |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Satire, Biography & Autobiography |
This is a collection of broadsides from London. Broadsides are short, popular publications, a precursor to today's tabloid journalism. The collection contains sensationalist and sometimes comical stories about criminal conduct, love, the Royal Family, politics, as well as gallows' literature. Gallow's literature (confessions, verses etc. relating to individuals condemned to public execution) were often sold at the execution. As a collection these broadsides are a reminder of how important the printer was at this time -- it is surely no coincidence that the printers are printed at the end of every broadside, while the authors remain anonymous. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-street-literature-by-various/ |
collection broadsides london broadsides short popular publications precursor today s tabloid journalism collection contains sensationalist sometimes comical stories criminal conduct love royal family politics well gallows literature gallow s literature confessions verses etc relating individuals condemned public execution often sold execution collection broadsides reminder important printer time surely coincidence printers printed end every broadside authors remain anonymous summary kathrinee |
| 9426 |
9363 |
9995 |
Ιστορίαι (Histories) Βιβλίον 7 (Book 7) |
Thucydides (Θουκυδίδης) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Η Ιστορία του Θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της Αθήνας και της Σπάρτης, που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π.Χ. και είναι γνωστός ως Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος. Είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου, ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου, που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση.<br>Το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά. Βιβλίο 7 από τα 8.<br><br>Thucydides' Histories is the history of the first 20 years of the war between Athens and Sparta, which lasted from 431 until 404 B.C., also known as the Peloponnesian War. It is the life's work of a very sophisticated, efficient and active man which gives us a deep insight to the occurences of his time and human nature.<br>Ancient text read with contemporary Greek pronunciation. Book 7 of 8. (Summary by olorou)<br> |
Ancient Greek |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/histories-7-book-7-by-thucydides/ |
η ιστορία του θουκυδίδη εξιστορεί τα πρώτα 20 χρόνια του πολέμου μεταξύ της αθήνας και της σπάρτης που κράτησε από το 431 μέχρι το 404 π χ και είναι γνωστός ως πελοποννησιακός πόλεμος είναι έργο ζωής ενός καλλιεργημένου ευσυνείδητου και δραστήριου ανθρώπου που προσφέρει μια διεισδυτική ματιά στα γεγονότα της εποχής του και την ανθρώπινη φύση br το αρχαίο κείμενο διαβασμένο με σύγχρονη νεοελληνική προφορά βιβλίο 7 από τα 8 br br thucydides histories history first 20 years war athens sparta lasted 431 404 b c also known peloponnesian war life s work sophisticated efficient active man gives us deep insight occurences time human nature br ancient text read contemporary greek pronunciation book 7 8 summary olorou br |
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9364 |
9996 |
Don Juan |
Lorenzo Da Ponte |
Plays |
Don Juan (Spanish), Don Giovanni (Italian) is a legendary, fictional libertine. Although the various iterations of the Don Juan myth show some variation, the basic story remains the same. Don Juan is portrayed as a wealthy, seductive libertine who devotes his life to seducing women, taking great pride in his ability to seduce women of all ages and stations in life. Don Giovanni, an opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte, is arguably the best-known version. First performed in Prague in 1787, it inspired works by E. T. A. Hoffmann, Alexander Pushkin, Søren Kierkegaard, George Bernard Shaw, and Albert Camus.<br><br>Here, Librivox volunteers read an English translation of da Ponte's libretto.<br><br><b>Dramatis Personae:</b><br>Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Donna Anna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Don Octavio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Don Pedro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Donna Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Leperello: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Zerlina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Masetto: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Chorus woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10249">rotgold</a><br>Chorus woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Stage Directions & Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a></p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-by-lorenzo-da-ponte/ |
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9370 |
10002 |
Wonder Book for Girls and Boys |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Short works |
A Yankee student stays at a country house called Tanglewood during a golden New England fall. Also at the house are about a dozen children: younger cousins of the student and their friends of varying ages. The student, as much to amuse himself as to amuse the children, organises games and activities and tells stories. And the stories he tells are wild and fantastic. When his store of fairy tales and folk legends is exhausted he hits on the idea of retelling Greek Myths in his own style.<br /><br />We visit Tanglewood six times during the course of a year and hear six of the student's beautifully told stories: The Gorgon's Head, The Golden Touch, A Paradise of Children, The Three Golden Apples, The Miraculous Pitcher and The Chimaera. (Summary by Clive Catterall)</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/a-wonder-book-for-girls-and-boys-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
yankee student stays country house called tanglewood golden new england fall also house dozen children younger cousins student friends varying ages student much amuse amuse children organises games activities tells stories stories tells wild fantastic store fairy tales folk legends exhausted hits idea retelling greek myths style br br we visit tanglewood six times course year hear six student s beautifully told stories gorgon s head golden touch paradise children three golden apples miraculous pitcher chimaera summary clive catterall p |
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9365 |
9997 |
Iphigenia in Tauris |
Euripides |
Drama |
<p>Orestes, coming into Tauri in Scythia, in company with Pylades, had been commanded to bear away the image of Diana, after which he was to meet with a respite from the avenging Erinnyes of his mother. His sister Iphigenia, who had been carried away by Diana from Aulis, when on the point of being sacrificed by her father, chances to be expiating a dream that led her to suppose Orestes dead, when a herdsman announces to her the arrival and detection of two strangers, whom she is bound by her office to sacrifice to Diana. On meeting, a mutual discovery takes place, and they plot their escape. - Summary by Theodore Buckley</p>\n\n<b>Cast List:</b>Iphigenia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>Orestes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>Pylades: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Herdsman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10140">Jeffrey Church</a><br>Thoas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Minerva: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br><br> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenia-in-tauris-by-euripides/ |
p orestes coming tauri scythia company pylades commanded bear away image diana meet respite avenging erinnyes mother sister iphigenia carried away diana aulis point sacrificed father chances expiating dream led suppose orestes dead herdsman announces arrival detection two strangers bound office sacrifice diana meeting mutual discovery takes place plot escape summary theodore buckley p b cast list b iphigenia a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br orestes a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br pylades a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br herdsman a href https librivox org reader 10140 jeffrey church a br thoas a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br minerva a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br chorus a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br br |
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9366 |
9998 |
Clouds |
Aristophanes |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Drama |
Strepsiades is an Athenian burdened with debt from a bad marriage and a spendthrift son. He resolves to go to the Thinking Shop, where he can purchase lessons from the famous Socrates in ways to manipulate language in order to outwit his creditors in court. Socrates, represented as a cunning, manipulative, irreverent sophist, has little success with the dull-witted Strepsiades, but is able to teach the old man's son Phidippides a few tricks. In the end, the play is a cynical, clever commentary on Old Ways vs. New Ways, to the disparagement of the former. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-clouds-by-aristophanes/ |
strepsiades athenian burdened debt bad marriage spendthrift son resolves go thinking shop purchase lessons famous socrates ways manipulate language order outwit creditors court socrates represented cunning manipulative irreverent sophist little success dull witted strepsiades able teach old man s son phidippides tricks end play cynical clever commentary old ways vs new ways disparagement former summary expatriate p |
| 9431 |
9367 |
9999 |
In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
In this adventure story by the novelist and war correspondent, G.A. Henty, Desmond Kennedy, a young Irishman flees political oppression and religious persecution at home to serve in the French armies of Louis XIV. We join Desmond and his loyal companions as, captured in Scotland during the attempted Stuart Restoration of 1715, they engineer a daring prison escape. There are adventures in Spain and the harrowing events of the battle of Oudenard. Returning home, our hero must discover his true identity if he is ever to resume his rightful place in his native land. -- Simmary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-irish-brigade-a-tale-of-war-in-flanders-and-spain-by-g-a-henty/ |
adventure story novelist war correspondent g a henty desmond kennedy young irishman flees political oppression religious persecution home serve french armies louis xiv join desmond loyal companions as captured scotland attempted stuart restoration 1715 engineer daring prison escape adventures spain harrowing events battle oudenard returning home hero must discover true identity ever resume rightful place native land simmary pamela nagami |
| 9432 |
9368 |
10000 |
Lay of the Last Minstrel |
Sir Walter Scott |
Single author, Narratives |
An aging minstrel seeks who hospitality at Newark Castle and in recompense tells a tale of a sixteenth-century Border feud. In the poem, Lady Margaret Scott of Buccleuch, the "Flower of Teviot" is beloved by Baron Henry of Cranstown an ally of the Ker Clan, but a deadly feud exists between the two border clans of Scott and Carr/Ker, which has resulted in the recent murder of Lady Margaret's father, Sir Walter Scott of Buccleuch by the Kers on the High Street in Edinburgh. Maragaret's widowed mother – Lady Janet – hates the Ker clan as a result, and is adamant in refusing her consent to any suggestion of marriage between the lovers. Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-lay-of-the-last-minstrel-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
aging minstrel seeks hospitality newark castle recompense tells tale sixteenth century border feud poem lady margaret scott buccleuch flower teviot beloved baron henry cranstown ally ker clan deadly feud exists two border clans scott carr ker resulted recent murder lady margaret s father sir walter scott buccleuch kers high street edinburgh maragaret s widowed mother lady janet hates ker clan result adamant refusing consent suggestion marriage lovers summary wikipedia p |
| 9433 |
9369 |
10001 |
Beauty Making |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler was born in 1850 on a farm in Johnstown, Wisconsin, east of Janesville, the youngest of four children. The family soon moved north of Madison. She started writing poetry at a very early age, and was well known as a poet in her own state by the time she graduated from high school.\nHer best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines, "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/beauty-making-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler born 1850 farm johnstown wisconsin east janesville youngest four children family soon moved north madison started writing poetry early age well known poet state time graduated high school best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death summary wikipedia p |
| 9434 |
9378 |
10010 |
Human Sacrifice |
John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton |
History , Philosophy |
This was one of Lord Acton's essays, that was in response to the publication of the letters between Sir Robert Peel and Lord Macaulay. Lord Acton hoped to refute the common prejudice that the religious practice of sacrificing human victims was not always carried out by unfeeling and uncivilized people, but was in some cases the development of an advanced theology. At the insistence of Lord Stanhope, Acton published the essay in the Home And Foreign Review in 1863. Summary by Jeff Allen.</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/human-sacrifice-by-john-emerich-edward-dalberg-acton/ |
one lord acton s essays response publication letters sir robert peel lord macaulay lord acton hoped refute common prejudice religious practice sacrificing human victims always carried unfeeling uncivilized people cases development advanced theology insistence lord stanhope acton published essay home foreign review 1863 summary jeff allen p |
| 9435 |
9371 |
10003 |
Rose Garden Husband |
Margaret Widdemer |
Family Life, General Fiction, Romance |
This novel was written by Margaret Widdemer, who won the Pulitzer prize for her collection of poetry in 1919. Phyllis is a 25-years-old children's librarian. She is good at her job. Yet when she sees a girl from her hometown with two children, she discovers she wants more. She marries an invalid who is expected to die. Would she find the love and sense of belonging she craves for? And would he really die? Note: This book is in the public domain in the USA. The author died in 1978 so may still be protected by copyright in many other countries. - Summary by Stav Nisser</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-rose-garden-husband-by-margaret-widdemer/ |
novel written margaret widdemer pulitzer prize collection poetry 1919 phyllis 25 years old children s librarian good job yet sees girl hometown two children discovers wants more marries invalid expected die would find love sense belonging craves for would really die note book public domain usa author died 1978 may still protected copyright many countries summary stav nisser p |
| 9436 |
9372 |
10004 |
Herapath Property |
J. S. Fletcher |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Jacob Herapath, a wealthy property developer and member of Parliament, is found dead in his office, a revolver at his side and a bullet wound to the head. An allegedly forged Will deepens the mystery. An intriguing puzzle with plenty of twists and turns. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-herapath-property-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
jacob herapath wealthy property developer member parliament found dead office revolver side bullet wound head allegedly forged deepens mystery intriguing puzzle plenty twists turns summary richard kilmer p |
| 9437 |
9373 |
10005 |
Gold |
Stewart Edward White |
Westerns |
This is a well written story of the California gold rush of 1849. Four friends decide they are going to go to California and get rich in the gold fields. Follow their adventures as they travel to California across the isthmus of Panama to San Francisco. In their search for gold they encounter hostile Indians, various desperadoes, and natural disasters. Did they strike it rich? Listen and find out. (Summary by Richard Kilmer ) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/gold-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
well written story california gold rush 1849 four friends decide going go california get rich gold fields follow adventures travel california across isthmus panama san francisco search gold encounter hostile indians various desperadoes natural disasters strike rich listen find out summary richard kilmer p |
| 9438 |
9374 |
10006 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 019 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br>\nNr. 7 Spleen übersetzt von Frtz Koegel (1860-1904)<br>\nNr. 8 Spleen übersetzt von Wolf von Kalckreuth (1887-1906)<br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-019-by-various/ |
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| 9439 |
9375 |
10007 |
Light on the Path |
Mabel Collins |
Religion |
When <i>Light on the Path</i> was first published in 1885, it became an important work for Theosophists and has remained so ever since. It offers advice for those who wish to follow a spiritual way of living, set out point by point in short sections for the reader. This edition also includes a chapter on karma to provide further guidance for the student of esoteric knowledge. - Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/light-on-the-path-by-mabel-collins/ |
i light path i first published 1885 became important work theosophists remained ever since offers advice wish follow spiritual way living set point point short sections reader edition also includes chapter karma provide guidance student esoteric knowledge summary newgatenovelist p |
| 9440 |
9376 |
10008 |
Crime and Punishment (Version 4 Dramatic Reading) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Dramatic Readings, Literary Fiction |
The story tells of the inner turmoil of Rodion Raskolnikov, a student in St. Petersburg who commits murder. His psychological and moral agitation is furthered and complicated by his family's arrival in St. Petersburg, his sister's engagement to a manipulative and unworthy man, and his encounters with the impoverished and troubled Marmeladov family. Summary by Mary J.<br><br><b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8843">Mary J</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892">Piotr Nater</a><br>Rodion Romanovitch Raskolnikov: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9642">Chris Pyle</a><br>Semyon Zaharovitch Marmeladov: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Katerina Ivanovna Marmeladova: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Nastasya Petrovna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11168">Patricia Silveira</a><br>Pulcheria Alexandrovna Raskolnikova: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Alexander Grigorievich Zametov: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Dmitri Prokofitch Razumihin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9318">Zach K.</a><br>Zossimov: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8445">Brett G. Hirsch</a><br>Pyotr Petrovitch Luzhin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8630">Eduardo</a><br>Amalia Fyodorovna Lippevechsel (Amalia Ludwigovna, Amalia Ivanovna): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Avdotya Romanovna Raskolnikova (Dounia): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">K.G.Cross</a><br>Sofya Semyonovna Marmeladova (Sonia): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9910">Wanda White</a><br>Arkady Ivanovitch Svidrigaïlov: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11834">Antti Vähäkainu</a><br>Porfiry Petrovitch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Andrey Semyonovitch Lebeziatnikov: <a href="https://librivox.org/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br><br>\n\n<b> Various other roles read by: </b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9653">tiwo007</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11670">Antonio Soto Patiño</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11341">Dafni Ma</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303"> Jael Baldwin</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11834"> Antti Vähäkainu</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11665">Melanie T</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8368">A LibriVox Volunteer</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10984">Paezra</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10890"> Tom Penn</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">Recording Person</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11371">sashelliott</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11577">SherlHolmesMD</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehmar</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7531">Katherine Edmar</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12117">Zechariah Ramar</a>\n<br><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br />\n\n<b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6892">Piotr Nater</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13678">Tomewing</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13691">Grace Peters</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/crime-and-punishment-4-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
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9377 |
10009 |
No Animal Food and Nutrition and Diet with Vegetable Recipes |
Rupert H. Wheldon |
Health & Fitness, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Cooking |
<br/>Though little is known about its author, this is considered the first vegan cookbook ever written. At the time of its composition, the Vegetarian Society and other advocates of vegetarian diets were engaged in a debate about the inclusion of dairy and eggs in one's regime. This text declares, from the title to the footnotes, that the best diet is free from all animal products. The arguments span historical, physical, ethical, aesthetic, and economic considerations and conclude with practical advice that stands the test of time. An essential text for those interested in vegetarianism and animal rights.\n- Summary by Ben Adams<p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/no-animal-food-and-nutrition-and-diet-with-vegetable-recipes-by-rupert-h-wheldon/ |
br though little known author considered first vegan cookbook ever written time composition vegetarian society advocates vegetarian diets engaged debate inclusion dairy eggs one s regime text declares title footnotes best diet free animal products arguments span historical physical ethical aesthetic economic considerations conclude practical advice stands test time essential text interested vegetarianism animal rights summary ben adams p |
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9379 |
10011 |
Piacevoli Notti, Libro 1 |
Giovanni Francesco Straparola |
Short Stories |
“Le Piacevoli Notti” è una raccolta di 74 novelle composte dallo scrittore italiano Giovan Francesco Straparola negli anni '50 del XVI secolo e pubblicate a Venezia a partire dal 1550. I racconti riscossero un grande successo, tanto da essere presto tradotti in diverse lingue. L'opera comprende novelle e fiabe che si immaginano raccontate nel corso di 13 notti da dieci damigelle, tre signore e qualche dotto gentiluomo, tutti facenti parte di una brigata riunitasi a Murano, nel palazzo del vescovo di Lodi, Ottaviano Maria Sforza, per animare il Carnevale veneziano (probabilmente quello del 1536). Le novelle sono accompagnate da enigmi in ottava rima e sono raccordate mediante una cornice di ispirazione boccaccesca, che comprende anche indovinelli e altri racconti. La novità della raccolta di Straparola, rispetto al genere novellistico, è da individuare nella presenza della componente fiabesca e di soggetti fantastici quali animali dotati di poteri magici (assai nota è la novella de “Il gatto con gli stivali”, che godrà di uno straordinario successo grazie alla versione francese di Charles Perrault, diffusa in tutta Europa sul finire del XVII secolo), nonché nell'ampio uso di una materia popolare, il folklore, compreso l'elemento dialettale (veneto, in particolare). Questa raccolta costituì una pietra miliare e un modello per moltissimi scrittori di fiabe che, anche grazie a questo, sarebbero divenuti famosi nei secoli successivi. Giovan Francesco Straparola, primo scrittore di fiabe in Europa, è ritenuto pertanto il vero grande padre della fiaba europea. - Summary by Wikipedia e Paola Toldo |
Italian |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/le-piacevoli-notti-by-giovanni-francesco-straparola/ |
le piacevoli notti è una raccolta di 74 novelle composte dallo scrittore italiano giovan francesco straparola negli anni 50 del xvi secolo e pubblicate venezia partire dal 1550 racconti riscossero un grande successo tanto da essere presto tradotti diverse lingue l opera comprende novelle e fiabe che si immaginano raccontate nel corso di 13 notti da dieci damigelle tre signore e qualche dotto gentiluomo tutti facenti parte di una brigata riunitasi murano nel palazzo del vescovo di lodi ottaviano maria sforza per animare il carnevale veneziano probabilmente quello del 1536 le novelle sono accompagnate da enigmi ottava rima e sono raccordate mediante una cornice di ispirazione boccaccesca che comprende anche indovinelli e altri racconti la novità della raccolta di straparola rispetto al genere novellistico è da individuare nella presenza della componente fiabesca e di soggetti fantastici quali animali dotati di poteri magici assai nota è la novella de il gatto con gli stivali che godrà di uno straordinario successo grazie alla versione francese di charles perrault diffusa tutta europa sul finire del xvii secolo nonché nell ampio uso di una materia popolare il folklore compreso l elemento dialettale veneto particolare questa raccolta costituì una pietra miliare e un modello per moltissimi scrittori di fiabe che anche grazie questo sarebbero divenuti famosi nei secoli successivi giovan francesco straparola primo scrittore di fiabe europa è ritenuto pertanto il vero grande padre della fiaba europea summary wikipedia e paola toldo |
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9380 |
10012 |
Cliff Climbers |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
A plant hunter, Karl Linden, and his brother Caspar are on their way to the Himalayas to collect the plants of that region. Many adventures befell the brothers and their guides, all of which led to their being trapped in the mountains. This is a story of their escape from those mountains. (Ann Boulais)</p> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-cliff-climbers-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
plant hunter karl linden brother caspar way himalayas collect plants region many adventures befell brothers guides led trapped mountains story escape mountains ann boulais p |
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9381 |
10013 |
Angel of the Revolution |
George Griffith |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) is a science fiction novel by English writer George Griffith. It was his first published novel and remains his most famous work. It was first published in Pearson's Weekly and was prompted by the success of The Great War of 1892 in Black and White magazine, which was itself inspired by The Battle of Dorking.</p>\nA lurid mix of Jules Verne's futuristic air warfare fantasies, the utopian visions of News from Nowhere and the future war invasion literature of Chesney and his imitators, it tells the tale of a group of terrorists who conquer the world through airship warfare. Led by a crippled, brilliant Russian Jew and his daughter, the 'angel' Natasha, 'The Brotherhood of Freedom' establish a 'pax aeronautica' over the earth after a young inventor masters the technology of flight in 1903. The hero falls in love with Natasha and joins in her war against society in general and the Russian Czar in particular. It correctly forecasts the coming of a great war, but in pretty well all other respects widely misses the mark of the real events that followed. Nevertheless, it is a gripping and exciting story of intrigue and plot interwoven with love and romance played over a background of world war. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-angel-of-the-revolution-by-george-griffith/ |
angel revolution tale coming terror 1893 science fiction novel english writer george griffith first published novel remains famous work first published pearson s weekly prompted success great war 1892 black white magazine inspired battle dorking p lurid mix jules verne s futuristic air warfare fantasies utopian visions news nowhere future war invasion literature chesney imitators tells tale group terrorists conquer world airship warfare led crippled brilliant russian jew daughter angel natasha the brotherhood freedom establish pax aeronautica earth young inventor masters technology flight 1903 hero falls love natasha joins war society general russian czar particular correctly forecasts coming great war pretty well respects widely misses mark real events followed nevertheless gripping exciting story intrigue plot interwoven love romance played background world war summary wikipedia p |
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9382 |
10014 |
Song of the Broad-Axe - stanza 4 |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This Weekly Poem is an excerpt from Song of the Broad-axe (4th Stanza) by Walt Whitman, who was an American poet, essayist and journalist. A humanist, he was a part of the transition between transcendentalism and realism, incorporating both views in his works. Whitman is among the most influential poets in the American canon, often called the father of free verse. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-the-broad-axe-stanza-4-by-walt-whitman/ |
weekly poem excerpt song broad axe 4th stanza walt whitman american poet essayist journalist humanist part transition transcendentalism realism incorporating views works whitman among influential poets american canon often called father free verse summary wikipedia p |
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9383 |
10015 |
Poster-Painter's Masterpiece |
Sam Walter Foss |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sam Walter Foss was an American librarian and poet. For many years the opening lines from Foss' The Coming American ("Bring me men to match my mountains / Bring me men to match my plains / Men with empires in their purpose / And new eras in their brains") were inscribed on a granite wall at the United States Air Force Academy to inspire cadets and officers, but they were removed in 2003 to harmonize in perception to the Air Force Academy's having become coeducational. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-poster-painters-masterpiece-by-sam-walter-foss/ |
sam walter foss american librarian poet many years opening lines foss coming american bring men match mountains bring men match plains men empires purpose new eras brains inscribed granite wall united states air force academy inspire cadets officers removed 2003 harmonize perception air force academy s become coeducational summary wikipedia p |
| 9447 |
9384 |
10016 |
Prometheus Bound (Browning Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Poetry, Tragedy |
Whether or not it was actually written by Aeschylus, as is much disputed, "Prometheus Bound" is a powerful statement on behalf of free humanity in the face of what often seem like the impersonal, implacable Forces that rule the Universe. As one of the most compelling rebel manifestos ever composed, it has appealed not only to the expected host of scholars of Greek drama, but also to a fascinatingly free-spirited array of translators, especially since the early 19th century; Percy Bysshe Shelley, Henry David Thoreau, and activist-poet Augusta Webster are among those who have tried their poetic and linguistic powers at rendering it into English. Elizabeth Barrett Browning published not one but two completely different translations of it, the first in 1833 when she was twenty-seven years old and the second eighteen years later. It is this second, far greater, translation presented here. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-by-aeschylus/ |
whether actually written aeschylus much disputed prometheus bound powerful statement behalf free humanity face often seem like impersonal implacable forces rule universe one compelling rebel manifestos ever composed appealed expected host scholars greek drama also fascinatingly free spirited array translators especially since early 19th century percy bysshe shelley henry david thoreau activist poet augusta webster among tried poetic linguistic powers rendering english elizabeth barrett browning published one two completely different translations it first 1833 twenty seven years old second eighteen years later second far greater translation presented here summary expatriate p |
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9385 |
10017 |
Abandoned |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, General Fiction |
Explorers in a hot-air balloon land on an island, figuring that they must be the only inhabitants. However, they discover a bullet inside a wounded animal--one which must have been fired within the previous three months. The men propose to build a canoe so they can survey the island in search of other human life. Many adventures follow, one after another. They find a large chest filled with provisions and tools. Setting off in search of who might have left the chest, the travelers make their way through the Mercy River to the sea. During their trek, the men find remnants of the balloon they arrived in. Back at camp (Granite House) they find their ladder to the house has been removed--by invading orangutans. Soon the animals are defeated, except for one, whom they tame to become a house servant. The men construct a bridge over the river. They protect their abode by surrounding it on all sides with water. They undertake projects to make their colony habitable and comfortable. They create a hydraulic lift to replace the ladder. They build a seagoing boat for further exploration. Eventually they discover another human on Tabor Island, bringing him back to their now-well-stocked colony. (Bill Boerst) <br><br>\n\nIn other translations this book is part of "The Mysterious Island"<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/abandoned-by-jules-verne/ |
explorers hot air balloon land island figuring must inhabitants however discover bullet inside wounded animal one must fired within previous three months men propose build canoe survey island search human life many adventures follow one another find large chest filled provisions tools setting search might left chest travelers make way mercy river sea trek men find remnants balloon arrived in back camp granite house find ladder house removed by invading orangutans soon animals defeated except one tame become house servant men construct bridge river protect abode surrounding sides water undertake projects make colony habitable comfortable create hydraulic lift replace ladder build seagoing boat exploration eventually discover another human tabor island bringing back now well stocked colony bill boerst br br translations book part the mysterious island br br |
| 9449 |
9386 |
10018 |
Life of St. Ignatius of Loyola |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491– 1556) was a Spanish knight from a local Basque noble family, hermit, priest since 1537, and theologian, who founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and was its first Superior General. After being seriously wounded in the Battle of Pamplona in 1521, he underwent a spiritual conversion while in recovery. De Vita Christi by Ludolph of Saxony purportedly inspired Loyola to abandon his previous military life and devote himself to labour for God. He died in July 1556, was beatified by Pope Paul V in 1609, canonized by Pope Gregory XV in 1622, and declared patron of all spiritual retreats by Pope Pius XI in 1922.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-st-ignatius-of-loyola-by-frances-alice-forbes/ |
saint ignatius loyola 1491 1556 spanish knight local basque noble family hermit priest since 1537 theologian founded society jesus jesuits first superior general seriously wounded battle pamplona 1521 underwent spiritual conversion recovery de vita christi ludolph saxony purportedly inspired loyola abandon previous military life devote labour god died july 1556 beatified pope paul v 1609 canonized pope gregory xv 1622 declared patron spiritual retreats pope pius xi 1922 p |
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9387 |
10019 |
Iphigenia in Aulis (Way translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Iphigenia in Aulis (Ancient Greek: Ἰφιγένεια ἐν Αὐλίδι) is the last extant work of the playwright Euripides. Written between 408, after the Oresteia, and 406 BC, the year of Euripides' death, the play was first produced the following year in a trilogy with The Bacchae and Alcmaeon in Corinth by his son or nephew, Euripides the Younger, and won the first place at the Athenian city Dionysia. The play revolves around Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek coalition before and during the Trojan War, and his decision to sacrifice his daughter, Iphigenia, to appease the goddess Artemis and allow his troops to set sail to preserve their honour in battle against Troy. The conflict between Agamemnon and Achilles over the fate of the young woman presages a similar conflict between the two at the beginning of the Iliad. In his depiction of the experiences of the main characters, Euripides frequently uses tragic irony for dramatic effect. This verse translation is by Arthur Sanders Way, a classical scholar, translator and headmaster of Wesley College, Melbourne, Australia. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-by-euripides/ |
iphigenia aulis ancient greek ἰφιγένεια ἐν αὐλίδι last extant work playwright euripides written 408 oresteia 406 bc year euripides death play first produced following year trilogy bacchae alcmaeon corinth son nephew euripides younger first place athenian city dionysia play revolves around agamemnon leader greek coalition trojan war decision sacrifice daughter iphigenia appease goddess artemis allow troops set sail preserve honour battle troy conflict agamemnon achilles fate young woman presages similar conflict two beginning iliad depiction experiences main characters euripides frequently uses tragic irony dramatic effect verse translation arthur sanders way classical scholar translator headmaster wesley college melbourne australia summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
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9388 |
10020 |
Laughing Cavalier; Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
<br />The enigmatic smile of The Laughing Cavalier of Franz Hals' famous painting invites you to wonder just what mischievousness hides behind that face. In this novel, inspired by the painting, Baroness Orczy recounts the adventures of an ancestor of her famous character, the Scarlet Pimpernel. Set in Holland during the turbulent times of 1623/1624, this is the story of a swashbuckling romanticist, whose desire for wealth and success always seems to be eclipsed by his sense of what is right and gentlemanly. The same combination of savoir-faire, insouciance, deep feeling, and humor that make the Scarlet Pimpernel such an intriguing character are already present in the DNA of the Blakeney family more than 150 years before the French Revolution. Enjoy this delightful romp through the "pages" of an historical fiction that will have you laughing right along with <i>The Laughing Cavalier</i>. - Summary by Arlene Joyce <p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-laughing-cavalier-ancestor-of-the-scarlet-pimpernel-by-baroness-orczy/ |
br the enigmatic smile laughing cavalier franz hals famous painting invites wonder mischievousness hides behind face novel inspired painting baroness orczy recounts adventures ancestor famous character scarlet pimpernel set holland turbulent times 1623 1624 story swashbuckling romanticist whose desire wealth success always seems eclipsed sense right gentlemanly combination savoir faire insouciance deep feeling humor make scarlet pimpernel intriguing character already present dna blakeney family 150 years french revolution enjoy delightful romp pages historical fiction laughing right along i the laughing cavalier i summary arlene joyce p |
| 9452 |
9389 |
10021 |
Electra (Storr Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
Electra or Elektra is a Greek tragedy by Sophocles. Its date is not known, but various stylistic similarities with the Philoctetes (409 BC) and the Oedipus at Colonus (401 BC) lead scholars to suppose that it was written towards the end of Sophocles' career. Set in the city of Argos a few years after the Trojan war, it recounts the tale of Electra and the vengeance that she and her brother Orestes take on their mother Clytemnestra and step father Aegisthus for the murder of their father, Agamemnon. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/electra-storr-translation-by-sophocles/ |
electra elektra greek tragedy sophocles date known various stylistic similarities philoctetes 409 bc oedipus colonus 401 bc lead scholars suppose written towards end sophocles career set city argos years trojan war recounts tale electra vengeance brother orestes take mother clytemnestra step father aegisthus murder father agamemnon summary wikipedia p |
| 9453 |
9390 |
10022 |
Blind Love |
Walter Besant |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Blind Love, also published under the titles <i>Iris</i> and <i>The Lord Harry</i> is Wilkie Collins' last novel, completed after his death by Walter Besant. The blind love in the title refers to the love of Iris, a woman of virtue, for the morally corrupt Henry Norland. She loves him despite all his faults, but she also does not realize the full extent of them. As in many of Wilkie Collins' novels, this book also tackles difficult social problems. In this case, the Irish Question and women's rights bring another layer to the narrative. - Summary by Carolin.</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/blind-love-by-wilkie-collins/ |
blind love also published titles i iris i i the lord harry i wilkie collins last novel completed death walter besant blind love title refers love iris woman virtue morally corrupt henry norland loves despite faults also realize full extent them many wilkie collins novels book also tackles difficult social problems case irish question women s rights bring another layer narrative summary carolin p |
| 9454 |
9391 |
10023 |
Bible (DBY) NT 05: Acts |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/acts-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
| 9455 |
9411 |
10045 |
Mostly Boys: Short Stories |
Francis J. Finn |
General, Religion |
A collection of tales about real life boys in every walk of life. They are redolent of the breezy spirit of healthy, jovial boyhood, and permeated with the author’s best brand of humor. (The Publishers Trade List Annual 1917)<br><br>\n\nThe author, Francis J. Finn, S.J., was a Catholic priest who wrote a series of 27 popular Catholic novels for young people during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. His best known work is “Tom Playfair”.</p>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/mostly-boys-short-stories-by-francis-j-finn/ |
collection tales real life boys every walk life redolent breezy spirit healthy jovial boyhood permeated author s best brand humor the publishers trade list annual 1917 br br author francis j finn s j catholic priest wrote series 27 popular catholic novels young people late 1800 s early 1900 s best known work tom playfair p |
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9392 |
10024 |
Diary of a Suicide |
Wallace E. Baker |
Psychology |
“Mr. B. Russell Herts, c/o International Magazine, New York City.\nUnder separate cover I am sending you a record of a young man who is about to commit suicide. My only object is that it may help…to ease the way for some who come after…. I do not sign this, but you may verify my death by communicating with Mr. ——, whom I am writing to-day, so that he may look after my effects in New York.”\n<br><br>\nThe body of a well-dressed young man was found off Manhattan Beach, Sept. 28, 1913. In his pockets a torn photograph of Strindberg and receipts for three registered letters were found. These receipts were traced to Mr. Herts and to friends in Toronto, one of whom identified the body on Oct. 2d as that of Wallace E. Baker. –From the book’s Forward.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/diary-of-a-suicide-by-wallace-e-baker/ |
mr b russell herts c o international magazine new york city separate cover sending record young man commit suicide object may help to ease way come after sign this may verify death communicating mr writing to day may look effects new york br br body well dressed young man found manhattan beach sept 28 1913 pockets torn photograph strindberg receipts three registered letters found receipts traced mr herts friends toronto one identified body oct 2d wallace e baker from book s forward p |
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9393 |
10025 |
Love in a Mask, or Imprudence and Happiness |
Honoré de Balzac |
Published 1900 onward |
<i>Love in a Mask, or Imprudence and Happiness</i>, is an entertaining short novel by Honoré de Balzac, unpublished in his lifetime. Beginning with a flirtatious conversation at a masked ball, Balzac introduces his two main characters, a beautiful wealthy young widow and a gallant cavalry officer, and demonstrates his creative genius with deft plot twists of hidden identity and romantic intrigue.\n\nThe translation is by Alice M. Ivimy. --Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/love-in-a-mask-or-imprudence-and-happiness-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
i love mask imprudence happiness i entertaining short novel honoré de balzac unpublished lifetime beginning flirtatious conversation masked ball balzac introduces two main characters beautiful wealthy young widow gallant cavalry officer demonstrates creative genius deft plot twists hidden identity romantic intrigue translation alice m ivimy lee smalley p |
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9394 |
10026 |
Elizabeth Musch |
Jacob van Lennep |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Romance |
Een historisch vrijwel correcte beschrijving van het leven van Elisabeth Musch (kleindochter van Jacob Cats) en haar man Henri de Fleury de Culan (heer van Buat) in de tijd van Jan de Witt tot 1666 in de Nederlanden. (Marcel Coenders) |
Dutch |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/elizabeth-musch-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
een historisch vrijwel correcte beschrijving van het leven van elisabeth musch kleindochter van jacob cats en haar man henri de fleury de culan heer van buat de tijd van jan de witt tot 1666 de nederlanden marcel coenders |
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9395 |
10027 |
Chronicles of Newgate Vol 1 |
Arthur Griffiths |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), True Crime |
Good against evil; right versus wrong; the judicial system against the criminal world. The struggle is as old as mankind. Sometimes the lines are blurred as the 'good' punish the 'bad' - the warriors against crime have resorted not only to killing wrong-doers, but additionally subjecting them to "starvation or the withholding of fluid, by drowning, stoning, impaling or by exposing the wretched victims to the stings of insects or snakes." Newgate Prison was one of the most famous - or infamous - prisons in England from the middle ages until the nineteenth century. Griffiths, a prison administrator, takes us inside where we discover "man's inhumanity to man". ( Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-newgate-vol-1-by-arthur-griffiths/ |
good evil right versus wrong judicial system criminal world struggle old mankind sometimes lines blurred good punish bad warriors crime resorted killing wrong doers additionally subjecting starvation withholding fluid drowning stoning impaling exposing wretched victims stings insects snakes newgate prison one famous infamous prisons england middle ages nineteenth century griffiths prison administrator takes us inside discover man s inhumanity man lynne thompson p |
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9396 |
10028 |
Witch of Edmonton |
Thomas Dekker |
Tragedy |
Mother Elizabeth Sawyer is a poor, lonely, and unfairly ostracized old woman with nothing left to lose. Frank is a poor farmer who intends to marry his beloved Winnifred, who is pregnant with his child, but is pressured to marry Susan, the rich yeoman's daughter. Young Cuddy Banks is a clown who pines after a girl who doesn't love him. When Mother Sawyer turns to witchcraft after being unjustly accused of it, a talking devil-dog named Tom (performed by a human actor) comes to her aid, becoming her familiar and only friend. Though she intends to get her revenge, little does she know many of those around her are only too willing to sell their souls to the devil all by themselves. The play was inspired by the real-life story of Elizabeth Sawyer, who had been executed for witchcraft on 19 April 1621, and draws heavily on a pamphlet by Henry Goodcole, The wonderful discoverie of Elizabeth Sawyer, Witch (1621). While the pamphlet may be very ready to capitalize on the sensational story of a witch and portray Sawyer as simply a bad woman, the play does not permit an easy and comfortable demonization of her. It presents her as a product of society rather than an anomaly in it. - Summary by Mary Kay <br><br>\n\n<b>Cast</b><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883" rel="nofollow">LydiaCW</a><br />Mother Elizabeth Sawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281" rel="nofollow">Elizabby</a><br />Anne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872" rel="nofollow">Newgatenovelist</a><br />Susan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179" rel="nofollow">Kitty</a><br />Katherine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548" rel="nofollow">Kristingj</a><br />Winnifred: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259" rel="nofollow">gloriana</a><br />Sir Arthur Clarington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905" rel="nofollow">Hamlet</a><br />Old Thorney / Hamluc: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799" rel="nofollow">unreadpages</a><br />Carter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754" rel="nofollow">ToddHW</a><br />Warbeck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396" rel="nofollow">jburlinson</a><br />Somerton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542" rel="nofollow">Salvationist</a><br />Frank Thorney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2624" rel="nofollow">Dave in the Fax</a><br />Old Banks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170" rel="nofollow">alanmapstone</a><br />Cuddy Banks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528" rel="nofollow">BlueFunk</a><br />Dog, aka Tom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164" rel="nofollow">RobBoard</a><br />Ratcliffe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459" rel="nofollow">McFarlane</a><br />Justice / Constable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065" rel="nofollow">dlolso21</a><br />First Clown / First Countryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9755" rel="nofollow">Khaghbboommm</a><br />Second Clown / Second Countryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315" rel="nofollow">catrose</a><br />Third Clown / Third Countryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614" rel="nofollow">leanneyauyau</a><br />Fourth Clown / Sawgut: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905" rel="nofollow">Hamlet</a><br /><b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796" rel="nofollow">carteki</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796" rel="nofollow">linny</a><br /><br> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-witch-of-edmonton-by-thomas-dekker/ |
mother elizabeth sawyer poor lonely unfairly ostracized old woman nothing left lose frank poor farmer intends marry beloved winnifred pregnant child pressured marry susan rich yeoman s daughter young cuddy banks clown pines girl love him mother sawyer turns witchcraft unjustly accused it talking devil dog named tom performed human actor comes aid becoming familiar friend though intends get revenge little know many around willing sell souls devil themselves play inspired real life story elizabeth sawyer executed witchcraft 19 april 1621 draws heavily pamphlet henry goodcole wonderful discoverie elizabeth sawyer witch 1621 pamphlet may ready capitalize sensational story witch portray sawyer simply bad woman play permit easy comfortable demonization her presents product society rather anomaly it summary mary kay br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8883 rel nofollow lydiacw a br mother elizabeth sawyer a href https librivox org reader 6281 rel nofollow elizabby a br anne a href https librivox org reader 9872 rel nofollow newgatenovelist a br susan a href https librivox org reader 10179 rel nofollow kitty a br katherine a href https librivox org reader 6548 rel nofollow kristingj a br winnifred a href https librivox org reader 1259 rel nofollow gloriana a br sir arthur clarington a href https librivox org reader 9905 rel nofollow hamlet a br old thorney hamluc a href https librivox org reader 8799 rel nofollow unreadpages a br carter a href https librivox org reader 6754 rel nofollow toddhw a br warbeck a href https librivox org reader 10396 rel nofollow jburlinson a br somerton a href https librivox org reader 10542 rel nofollow salvationist a br frank thorney a href https librivox org reader 2624 rel nofollow dave fax a br old banks a href https librivox org reader 7170 rel nofollow alanmapstone a br cuddy banks a href https librivox org reader 10528 rel nofollow bluefunk a br dog aka tom a href https librivox org reader 8164 rel nofollow robboard a br ratcliffe a href https librivox org reader 10459 rel nofollow mcfarlane a br justice constable a href https librivox org reader 6065 rel nofollow dlolso21 a br first clown first countryman a href https librivox org reader 9755 rel nofollow khaghbboommm a br second clown second countryman a href https librivox org reader 7315 rel nofollow catrose a br third clown third countryman a href https librivox org reader 10614 rel nofollow leanneyauyau a br fourth clown sawgut a href https librivox org reader 9905 rel nofollow hamlet a br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 rel nofollow carteki a a href https librivox org reader 5796 rel nofollow linny a br br |
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9397 |
10029 |
Acharnians (Billson Translation) |
Aristophanes |
Satire |
Loaded with cryptic, nearly indecipherable inside jokes and double entendres, this early comedy of Aristophanes has a simple, anti-war premise that resounds down the centuries. On flimsy pretexts, greedy politicians have embroiled the nation of Athens in war after war after war. Dicæopolis is Everyman, an ordinary, plain-speaking citizen fed up with the bumbling, belligerence, and insincerity of the professional leaders. He decides on a whim to make a separate peace with Sparta all by himself, returning with a treaty good for thirty years. Envious of the good deal he has made and of the profit he sees from it, other Athenians try to buy packets of his peace from him, with no success. Puffed up with his own cleverness, Dicæopolis spends the final scenes of the play ridiculing the muscle-brained neanderthal General Lamachus for faux patriotism and comic chest-beating heroism.</p>\n\nThis translation is by Charles James Billson, who admits in his preface with obvious regret that the chilling effect of “modern Protestantism” had forced him to prune out the more risque and bawdy bits of Aristophanes’s lines, particularly most of the “Phallic Hymn.” He tries to make up for this unfortunate lack, however, by filling the play with rhyme patterns and slang borrowed from the “burlesque” halls of the 1880s, hoping to render the difficult Greek humor into the form of “a lively acting play.”\n( Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-acharnians-billson-translation-by-aristophanes/ |
loaded cryptic nearly indecipherable inside jokes double entendres early comedy aristophanes simple anti war premise resounds centuries flimsy pretexts greedy politicians embroiled nation athens war war war dicæopolis everyman ordinary plain speaking citizen fed bumbling belligerence insincerity professional leaders decides whim make separate peace sparta himself returning treaty good thirty years envious good deal made profit sees it athenians try buy packets peace him success puffed cleverness dicæopolis spends final scenes play ridiculing muscle brained neanderthal general lamachus faux patriotism comic chest beating heroism p translation charles james billson admits preface obvious regret chilling effect modern protestantism forced prune risque bawdy bits aristophanes s lines particularly phallic hymn tries make unfortunate lack however filling play rhyme patterns slang borrowed burlesque halls 1880s hoping render difficult greek humor form a lively acting play expatriate p |
| 9462 |
9412 |
10046 |
Short Poetry Collection 146 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-146-by-various/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers july 2015 p |
| 9463 |
9398 |
10030 |
Mildred Keith |
Martha Finley |
Family, Religion |
<br />Mildred Keith has a good life in Lansdale, Ohio - family, friends and school keep her happy and busy. But when her parents announce they're all moving to Indiana, Mildred's faith is tested beyond anything she could have imagined. Through good times and bad, follow Mildred and her family as they learn to rely on the Lord for strength in every circumstance!<br /><br />\n\nThis project was proof-listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>. - Summary by Rachel<br /><br /> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/mildred-keith-by-martha-finley/ |
br mildred keith good life lansdale ohio family friends school keep happy busy parents announce they re moving indiana mildred s faith tested beyond anything could imagined good times bad follow mildred family learn rely lord strength every circumstance br br project proof listened a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a summary rachel br br |
| 9464 |
9399 |
10031 |
Kittens and Cats: A Book of Tales |
Eulalie Osgood Grover |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
This book consists of fifty-two very short fictitious stories about cats and kittens, which have been written for children. Many of the stories have been written by cats and address the queen, many of them are commentaries on well known nursery rhymes, and many of them are both. - Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/kittens-and-cats-a-book-of-tales-by-eulalie-osgood-grover/ |
book consists fifty two short fictitious stories cats kittens written children many stories written cats address queen many commentaries well known nursery rhymes many both summary rosslyn carlyle p |
| 9465 |
9400 |
10032 |
Dombey and Son (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
To Paul Dombey, the business is everything, and he must have a son who will learn the business and eventually inherit it. Will his newborn, but sickly son be the fulfilment of his hopes and dreams? And what about his daughter Florence, who made the mistake of being born a girl? - Summary by Brad Filippone</p> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/dombey-and-son-by-charles-dickens-3/ |
paul dombey business everything must son learn business eventually inherit it newborn sickly son fulfilment hopes dreams daughter florence made mistake born girl summary brad filippone p |
| 9466 |
9401 |
10033 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 053 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Short Stories, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-053-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
| 9467 |
9402 |
10034 |
Aces Up |
Covington Clarke |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction |
A crack American flying troop has been sent to France, where they await further instructions. They are concerned that their extensive talents will not be put to good use in the war. Major Cowan introduces Lt. McGee as the British instructor for the crew. It turns out the Brit is actually an American, born in the U.S., even though his parents were British. McGee and Larkin are flying partners. Out on a mission, McGee spots a small enemy plane in a searchlight, probably intent on dropping flares to mark targets for bombers. He drives in for the attack successfully, as the enemy plane zooms earthward in flames. During another flight to Epernay, a fellow pilot, Siddons, fades back to a previous stop. McGee and Larkin suspect Siddons of aiding the enemy. Von Herzmann is preparing German pilots to fight Americans. Larkin and McGee defeat the enemy and force a retreat. In another battle, McGee must crash-land, where he passes out due to injuries. He spends weeks recovering in a hospital. When he is discharged, he cannot find his squadron. After diligent searching, he shows up at his old base. At the end, it is revealed that Siddons is not at all what he was suspected of being--in fact, the opposite. (Bill Boerst) |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/aces-up-by-covington-clarke/ |
crack american flying troop sent france await instructions concerned extensive talents put good use war major cowan introduces lt mcgee british instructor crew turns brit actually american born u s even though parents british mcgee larkin flying partners mission mcgee spots small enemy plane searchlight probably intent dropping flares mark targets bombers drives attack successfully enemy plane zooms earthward flames another flight epernay fellow pilot siddons fades back previous stop mcgee larkin suspect siddons aiding enemy von herzmann preparing german pilots fight americans larkin mcgee defeat enemy force retreat another battle mcgee must crash land passes due injuries spends weeks recovering hospital discharged cannot find squadron diligent searching shows old base end revealed siddons suspected being in fact opposite bill boerst |
| 9468 |
9403 |
10035 |
Iphigenia in Tauris (Murray Translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
The apparent sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis by her own father Agamemnon was forestalled by the godness Artemis, who by an adroit sleight of hand that fooled all participants, substituted a deer for the daughter. Wafted magically away to the “Friendless Shores” of savage Tauris and installed as chief priestess presiding over the human sacrifice of all luckless foreigners, Iphigenia broods over her “murder” by her parents and longs for some Greeks to be shipwrecked on her shores so she can wreak a vicarious vengeance on them. Little does she expect her own little brother Orestes to be one of those Greeks brought to her altar.\n\n<br /><br />Possibly the most beautiful of the plays of Euripides, the Iphigenia in Tauris relates the final resolution of the dark tragedy of the House of Atreides. Filled with radiant imagery of sunlight and sea-foam and bird-flight (reproduced beautifully by the learned Oxford scholar Gilbert Murray), this is not a tragedy but a story with a happy ending, in which all the innocent are freed and equilibrium is restored. Despite the happy ending, this is no light romance; throughout the play the plangent tones of human sadness, homesickness, and exile remind the reader that happiness is the ephemeral thing, while sadness takes so many eternal forms.\n(Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation-by-euripides/ |
apparent sacrifice iphigenia aulis father agamemnon forestalled godness artemis adroit sleight hand fooled participants substituted deer daughter wafted magically away friendless shores savage tauris installed chief priestess presiding human sacrifice luckless foreigners iphigenia broods murder parents longs greeks shipwrecked shores wreak vicarious vengeance them little expect little brother orestes one greeks brought altar br br possibly beautiful plays euripides iphigenia tauris relates final resolution dark tragedy house atreides filled radiant imagery sunlight sea foam bird flight reproduced beautifully learned oxford scholar gilbert murray tragedy story happy ending innocent freed equilibrium restored despite happy ending light romance throughout play plangent tones human sadness homesickness exile remind reader happiness ephemeral thing sadness takes many eternal forms expatriate p |
| 9469 |
9404 |
10037 |
Grey Man |
S. R. Crockett |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This novel is set in Scotland in turbulent times, and we are immediately introduced to intrigue and family strife. At Launcelot Kennedy's aunt's husband's funeral, he and his father are first hidden, then hustled away secretly for fear of being spies. Werewolves, murder, secret trysts, vengeance and siege are the backdrop to this tale as Kennedy is set against Kennedy in this chilling feud. ( Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-grey-man-by-s-r-crockett/ |
novel set scotland turbulent times immediately introduced intrigue family strife launcelot kennedy s aunt s husband s funeral father first hidden hustled away secretly fear spies werewolves murder secret trysts vengeance siege backdrop tale kennedy set kennedy chilling feud lynne thompson p |
| 9470 |
9405 |
10038 |
Cursory History of Swearing |
Julian Sharman |
Writing & Linguistics |
This is a very readable scientific account of Swearing and Cursing in the English Language. Not only is an enlightening historical account given, but also several excursions are made into other languages and certain historical periods. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-cursory-history-of-swearing-by-julian-sharman/ |
readable scientific account swearing cursing english language enlightening historical account given also several excursions made languages certain historical periods summary carolin p |
| 9471 |
9406 |
10040 |
Lake |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edgar Allan Poe (born Edgar Poe) was an American author, poet, editor, and literary critic, considered part of the American Romantic Movement. Best known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, Poe was one of the earliest American practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre. He is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction. He was the first well-known American writer to try to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career.\nPoe and his works influenced literature in the United States and around the world, as well as in specialized fields, such as cosmology and cryptography. Poe and his work appear throughout popular culture in literature, music, films, and television. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/the-lake-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe born edgar poe american author poet editor literary critic considered part american romantic movement best known tales mystery macabre poe one earliest american practitioners short story generally considered inventor detective fiction genre credited contributing emerging genre science fiction first well known american writer try earn living writing alone resulting financially difficult life career poe works influenced literature united states around world well specialized fields cosmology cryptography poe work appear throughout popular culture literature music films television summary wikipedia p |
| 9472 |
9407 |
10041 |
Avalanche |
Gertrude Atherton |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Price Ruyler has been sent to San Francisco from New York to salvage the family business after the 1906 earthquake. His success makes him one of the city's most eligible bachelors but he resists the machinations of the local girls (and their mothers). Then he meets the beautiful and captivating Helene. He proposes within a week. Into the fourth year of their marriage, he realizes something has changed. He still loves his wife and he believes she loves him but he begins to wonder about her mysterious past and questions whether family secrets were buried in the rubble left by the earthquake. (Summary by Lynnet)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-avalanche-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
price ruyler sent san francisco new york salvage family business 1906 earthquake success makes one city s eligible bachelors resists machinations local girls and mothers meets beautiful captivating helene proposes within week fourth year marriage realizes something changed still loves wife believes loves begins wonder mysterious past questions whether family secrets buried rubble left earthquake summary lynnet p |
| 9473 |
9408 |
10042 |
Electra (Murray Translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Electra (the Unmated One) is eaten up with hatred of her mother Clytemnestra and stepfather Aegisthus for their murder of her father Agamemnon. Married platonically to a good-hearted but poverty-stricken old peasant, she longs for the return of her brother Orestes to help her wreak vengeance. Orestes finally returns and together they carry out their fated work, but find the result to be as tragically meaningless as the lust for vengeance had been poisonous. Strikingly different from Sophocles, who wrote his “Electra” with full sympathy for the divine ordinance of revenge, Euripides squarely blames the God Apollo for putting an evil commandment on the shoulders of the siblings. He also shows the tragic ambiguity of the entire situation, pleading a strong, emotional case for Clytemnestra and showing her vulnerable motherliness at the moment of her death. Deeper, more human psychologically than Sophocles or Aeschylus, Euripides is compared with good reason in the translator’s introduction to modern playwrights such as Browning or Ibsen. ( Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/electra-murray-translation-by-euripides/ |
electra the unmated one eaten hatred mother clytemnestra stepfather aegisthus murder father agamemnon married platonically good hearted poverty stricken old peasant longs return brother orestes help wreak vengeance orestes finally returns together carry fated work find result tragically meaningless lust vengeance poisonous strikingly different sophocles wrote electra full sympathy divine ordinance revenge euripides squarely blames god apollo putting evil commandment shoulders siblings also shows tragic ambiguity entire situation pleading strong emotional case clytemnestra showing vulnerable motherliness moment death deeper human psychologically sophocles aeschylus euripides compared good reason translator s introduction modern playwrights browning ibsen expatriate p |
| 9474 |
9409 |
10043 |
Treasure Island (version 5) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Treasure Island is an adventure novel narrating a tale of "buccaneers and buried gold". Traditionally considered a coming-of-age story, Treasure Island is a tale noted for its atmosphere, characters and action, and also as a wry commentary on the ambiguity of morality -- unusual for children's literature. The influence of Treasure Island on popular perceptions of pirates is enormous, including such elements as treasure maps marked with an "X", schooners, the Black Spot, tropical islands, and one-legged seamen bearing parrots on their shoulders. - Summary by Kara and Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-by-robert-louis-stevenson-5/ |
treasure island adventure novel narrating tale buccaneers buried gold traditionally considered coming of age story treasure island tale noted atmosphere characters action also wry commentary ambiguity morality unusual children s literature influence treasure island popular perceptions pirates enormous including elements treasure maps marked x schooners black spot tropical islands one legged seamen bearing parrots shoulders summary kara wikipedia p |
| 9475 |
9410 |
10044 |
Emma: A Fragment of a Story |
Charlotte Brontë |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Miss Mabel Wilcox, the owner of a newly opened girl's boarding school, meets the wealthy Mr. Conway Fitzgibbon, who drops off his frail daughter to be educated there. When background checks are made, it is discovered that no well-to-do family by the name of Fitzgibbon exists! Supposed Matilda Fitzgibbon is a pseudo-heiress - a fake! What is Miss Wilcox to do?<br /><br />Published posthumously and prefaced by Charlotte Brontë's editor, W. M. Thackeray, these two chapters are the only existing fragments of Emma, the novel Brontë worked on until her untimely death. Since then, it has been "completed" twice by other authors - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/emma-a-fragment-of-a-story-by-charlotte-bronte/ |
miss mabel wilcox owner newly opened girl s boarding school meets wealthy mr conway fitzgibbon drops frail daughter educated there background checks made discovered well to do family name fitzgibbon exists supposed matilda fitzgibbon pseudo heiress fake miss wilcox do br br published posthumously prefaced charlotte brontë s editor w m thackeray two chapters existing fragments emma novel brontë worked untimely death since then completed twice authors summary mary kay p |
| 9476 |
9414 |
10048 |
Saxon and Norman |
Amice MacDonell |
Historical Fiction, General, Drama |
Edward the Confessor is very weak and will die soon. But with no son to succeed him, who will gain the throne? The common folk and loyal Saxon barons in England want Harold, while the Norman barons and the people in Normandy, France want Duke William. They claim Edward gave William the throne. Who is right? Will Britain be Normanized? - Summary by Esther ben Simonides\n<br>Cast List<br>\nKing Edward the Confessor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Harold, Earl of Wessex: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Gyrth, brother to Harold; Cecilia, daughter of William and Matilda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Stigand, Archbishop of Canterbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>William, Duke of Normandy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Odo, Bishop of Bayeux, half-brother to William: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>Robert "Courthose", son to William and Matilda; Gytha, mother to Harold: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>William "Rufus", son to William and Matilda; William Malet, a Norman Baron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Lanfranc, Prior of Bec: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10433">Apneia</a><br>William Fitzosbern, a Norman Baron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Roger of Montgomery, a Norman Baron: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>Hugh Margot, a Norman Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>A Saxon Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Taillefer, a Norman Minstrel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>A Hermit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>Queen Edith, wife to Edward the Confessor, sister to Harold: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Edith, called 'of the Swansneck': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Matilda, Duchess of Normandy, wife to William: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8550">GeorgiaM</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/saxon-and-norman-by-amice-macdonell/ |
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9415 |
10049 |
Will and No Will or a Bone for the Lawyers |
Charles Macklin |
Plays, Satire |
This "Afterpiece" - a short play to follow a main production - was first produced in 1746. It was based on Regnard's five-act comedy le Legetaire Universel (1707), which is itself a composite of Italian comedy with echoes of Molière, moving from scene to scene with little effort at logical consistency or structure but treating each scene autonomously for its own comic value. <br><br>\n\nThe rather long Prologue to A WILL AND NO WILL (11 pages of manuscript) makes fun of the convention of the eighteenth century prologues by the familiar dodge of having actors chatting as though they were in the Pit waiting for the actors in the preceding main play to dress for the afterpiece. - Summary from Introduction\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nProlog <br>\nRattle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nSmart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nDullman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nIrishman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nSnarlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nActs 1 & 2<br>\nSIR ISAAC SKINFLINT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nBELLAIR and SERVANT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nDOCTOR LEATHERHEAD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nCOUNCELLOUR CORMORANT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMR. LITTLEWIT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nMONSIEUR DU MAIGRE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9705">Carol Eades King</a><br>\nMR. DEATH: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nSHARK: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nLADY LOVEWEALTH: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nHARRIET: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nLUCY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\n<br>\nStage Directions By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited and Coordinated By: <a href="">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1746 |
https://librivox.org/a-will-and-no-will-or-a-bone-for-the-lawyers-by-charles-macklin/ |
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9416 |
10050 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 1: The Old Pagan Civilizations |
John Lord |
Ancient, Other religions |
The first of 14 volumes, this book discusses ancient civilization looking primarily at religion and philosophy. Summary by KHand |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol1-by-john-lord/ |
first 14 volumes book discusses ancient civilization looking primarily religion philosophy summary khand |
| 9479 |
9417 |
10051 |
Bobbsey Twins at Snow Lodge |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction, Family |
The Bobbsey Twins are back at school after summer vacation, but Danny Rugg, the school bully, is up to mischief again--and this time he's trying to pin it onto Bert. Bert gets accused of freezing a giant snowball to the school steps, and all the evidence seems to point against him. Christmas is coming too, and the Bobbsey Twins are busy planning for their trip to Snow Lodge--where a lost treasure, a restored friendship, and exciting adventures await. (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-at-snow-lodge-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bobbsey twins back school summer vacation danny rugg school bully mischief again and time he s trying pin onto bert bert gets accused freezing giant snowball school steps evidence seems point him christmas coming too bobbsey twins busy planning trip snow lodge where lost treasure restored friendship exciting adventures await summary adele de pignerolles p |
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9418 |
10052 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 014 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.\n<br><br>\n01 - Danish - I skovens dybe, stille ro by Fritz Andersen key words: poetry<br>\n02 - Esperanto - Limerick by G. D. Lewis key words: poetry, limerick<br>\n03 - French - Lettre by Paul Verlaine key words: poetry<br>\n04 - French - Il pleure dans mon coeur by Paul Verlaine key words: poetry<br>\n05 - French - A Clymène by Paul Verlaine key words: poetry<br>\n06 - German - Es weint mein armes Herz by Paul Verlaine key words: poetry, melancholy, translated by Wolf von Kalckreuth<br>\n07 - Italian - La caduta by Giuseppe Parini key words: La caduta, poetry<br> \n08 - Italian - X Agosto by Giovanni Pascoli key words: It has been written in memory of Pascoli's father Ruggero, murdered under mysterious circumstances on the night of St. Lorenzo.<br>\n09 - Italian - La Pentecoste by Alessandro Manzoni key words: It is one of the sacred lyrics, Mazoni composed after his religious conversion<br>\n10 - Italian - In morte del fratello Giovanni by Ugo Foscolo key words: Sonnet composed in memory of Foscolo's dead brother Giovanni<br>\n11 - Luxembourgish - D’fĕer Joerszéiten by Michel Lentz key words: romantic poetry, nature, love. This poem is about love being compared to the four seasons.<br>\n12 - Norwegian - Reven Som Gjeter by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen key words: prose, fiction, fairy tale<br>\n13 - Portuguese - Doçura e bondade by Guerra Junqueiro key words: A tale that helps children reflect about the Good and wrong<br>\n14 - Portuguese - O ouro by Guerra Junqueiro key words: A tale that helps children reflect about the value of things<br>\n15 - Romanian - Cu penetul ca sideful by Mihai Eminescu key words: poetry<br>\n16 - Romanian - Colinde, Colinde by Mihai Eminescu key words: poetry<br>\n17 - Romanian - Glossă by Mihai Eminescu key words: poetry<br>\n18 - Romanian - Manusa (Der Handschuh) by Friedrich Schiller key words: poetry<br>\n19 - Russian - Женское Счастье by Anton Chekhov key words: a sarcastic short story<br>\n20 - Spanish - El buen hombre y su hijo (de El Conde Lucanor) by Don Juan Manuel key words: prose, fiction, didactic tale</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-014-by-various/ |
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9419 |
10053 |
Chinese Poetry in English Verse (古今詩選) |
Herbert Allen Giles |
Poetry |
<i>Dear Land of Flowers, forgive me! -- that I took<br />These snatches from thy glittering wealth of song, <br />And twisted to the uses of a book <br />Strains that to alien harps can na'er belong. <br /><br />Thy gems shine purer in their native bed <br />Concealed, beyond the pry of vulgar eyes; <br />And there, through labyrinths of language led, <br />The patient student grasps the glowing prize. <br /><br />Yet many, in their race toward other goals, <br />May joy to feel, albeit at second-hand, <br />Some far faint heart-throb of poetic souls <br />Whose breath makes incense in the flowery Land. <br /><br />Introductory poem by H.A.G.<br /></i><br /> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/chinese-poetry-by-herbert-allen-giles/ |
i dear land flowers forgive me took br these snatches thy glittering wealth song br and twisted uses book br strains alien harps na er belong br br thy gems shine purer native bed br concealed beyond pry vulgar eyes br and there labyrinths language led br the patient student grasps glowing prize br br yet many race toward goals br may joy feel albeit second hand br some far faint heart throb poetic souls br whose breath makes incense flowery land br br introductory poem h a g br i br |
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9420 |
10054 |
Phantasmagoria and other poems |
Lewis Carroll |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
This is a collection of numerous lesser known poems by Lewis Carroll, with a tendency towards entertaining nonsense verses and unusual approaches to subject matter. Some of the poems are rather meta or introspective in content. Overall, this is a light-hearted book of poetry which is comparatively accessible compared to other classic poetry. ( Rosslyn Carlyle) |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/phantasmagoria-and-other-poems-by-lewis-carroll/ |
collection numerous lesser known poems lewis carroll tendency towards entertaining nonsense verses unusual approaches subject matter poems rather meta introspective content overall light hearted book poetry comparatively accessible compared classic poetry rosslyn carlyle |
| 9483 |
9421 |
10055 |
Adventures of Roderick Random |
Tobias Smollett |
Published before 1800 |
<br />I am Roderick Random. This is the contemporary story of my struggle against the adversity of orphan-hood, poverty, press gangs, bloody duels, rival fortune hunters, and the challenge to be well-dressed through it all. In the course of recounting my adventures to you, dear reader, I will give you a front row seat to the characters of English eighteenth century life including highway robbers, womanizing monks, debt-laden gallants, lecherous corrupt officials, effeminate sea captains, bloodthirsty surgeons, and my dear friend Miss Williams, a reformed prostitute. Educated in the classics, armed with a confident conscientious attitude and my long-suffering sidekick, Strap, I fight the good fight staying, on the whole, morally upstanding throughout. Today, if there be such a thing as true happiness on earth, I enjoy it -- and without having spent a fortune on college either. After hearing me out, I expect you'll be as wonderfully transported as one dear wealthy gentleman who listened to my whole story and then blessed God for the adversity I had undergone, which, he said, enlarged the understanding, improved the heart, steeled the constitution, and qualified a young man for all the duties and enjoyments of life much better than any education which affluence could bestow. Summary by Arthur Krolman. <p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-roderick-random-by-tobias-smollett/ |
br i roderick random contemporary story struggle adversity orphan hood poverty press gangs bloody duels rival fortune hunters challenge well dressed all course recounting adventures you dear reader give front row seat characters english eighteenth century life including highway robbers womanizing monks debt laden gallants lecherous corrupt officials effeminate sea captains bloodthirsty surgeons dear friend miss williams reformed prostitute educated classics armed confident conscientious attitude long suffering sidekick strap fight good fight staying whole morally upstanding throughout today thing true happiness earth enjoy without spent fortune college either hearing out expect wonderfully transported one dear wealthy gentleman listened whole story blessed god adversity undergone which said enlarged understanding improved heart steeled constitution qualified young man duties enjoyments life much better education affluence could bestow summary arthur krolman p |
| 9484 |
9422 |
10056 |
Untimely Papers |
Randolph Silliman Bourne |
War & Military, Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
<br />This is a posthumous collection of essays by Randolph Bourne. Many originally appeared in the journal "The Seven Arts," before the controversial end to its run. Also included is the unfinished manuscript of "The State," the book Bourne worked on until his tragic death in December, 1918, at the hands of the Spanish flu pandemic. In the words of the book's editor, poet James Oppenheim, "We have nothing else like this book in America. It is the only living record of the suppressed minority, and is, as so often the case, the prophecy of that minority's final triumph." - Summary by Ben Adams<br /><br /> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/untimely-papers-by-randolph-silliman-bourne/ |
br this posthumous collection essays randolph bourne many originally appeared journal the seven arts controversial end run also included unfinished manuscript the state book bourne worked tragic death december 1918 hands spanish flu pandemic words book s editor poet james oppenheim we nothing else like book america living record suppressed minority is often case prophecy minority s final triumph summary ben adams br br |
| 9485 |
9423 |
10057 |
Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals |
Charles Darwin |
Animals, Science |
The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals is a book by Charles Darwin, published in 1872, concerning genetically determined aspects of behaviour. It was published thirteen years after On the Origin of Species and alongside his 1871 book The Descent of Man, it is Darwin's main consideration of human origins. In this book, Darwin seeks to trace the animal origins of human characteristics, such as the pursing of the lips in concentration and the tightening of the muscles around the eyes in anger and efforts of memory. Darwin sought out the opinions of some eminent British psychiatrists, notably James Crichton-Browne, in the preparation of the book which forms Darwin's main contribution to psychology. - Summary by Availle |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-expression-of-the-emotions-in-man-and-animals-by-charles-darwin/ |
expression emotions man animals book charles darwin published 1872 concerning genetically determined aspects behaviour published thirteen years origin species alongside 1871 book descent man darwin s main consideration human origins book darwin seeks trace animal origins human characteristics pursing lips concentration tightening muscles around eyes anger efforts memory darwin sought opinions eminent british psychiatrists notably james crichton browne preparation book forms darwin s main contribution psychology summary availle |
| 9486 |
9424 |
10058 |
Backwater (Pilgrimage, Vol. 2) |
Dorothy Richardson |
Literary Fiction |
"Backwater" is the second volume of "Pilgrimage," a series of thirteen autobiographical novels by Dorothy Richardson considered to have pioneered the "stream of consciousness" technique of writing. In a review of the first volume in the series, "Pointed Roofs" (The Egoist April 1918), May Sinclair first applied the term "stream of consciousness" in her discussion of Richardson's stylistic innovations. Richardson, however, preferred the term "interior monologue." Miriam Henderson, the central character in Pilgrimage, is based on the author's own life between 1891 and 1915. Richardson is also important as a feminist writer because of the way her work assumes the validity and importance of female experiences as a subject for literature. Her wariness of the conventions of language, her bending of the normal rules of punctuation, sentence length, and so on, are used to create a feminine prose, which Richardson saw as necessary for the expression of female experience. Virginia Woolf in 1923 noted that Richardson "has invented, or, if she has not invented, developed and applied to her own uses, a sentence which we might call the psychological sentence of the feminine gender." In "Backwater," the quietly iconoclastic Miriam Richardson undertakes teaching responsibilities at a girls' school in North London; finding it to be impossible to conform to socially-acceptable interpretations of life, she anguishes over such issues as marriage, religion, the nature of happiness, and family relationships, while she begins to widen her horizons in the world. ( Wikipedia, edited by Expatriate) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/backwater-pilgrimage-vol-2-by-dorothy-richardson/ |
backwater second volume pilgrimage series thirteen autobiographical novels dorothy richardson considered pioneered stream consciousness technique writing review first volume series pointed roofs the egoist april 1918 may sinclair first applied term stream consciousness discussion richardson s stylistic innovations richardson however preferred term interior monologue miriam henderson central character pilgrimage based author s life 1891 1915 richardson also important feminist writer way work assumes validity importance female experiences subject literature wariness conventions language bending normal rules punctuation sentence length on used create feminine prose richardson saw necessary expression female experience virginia woolf 1923 noted richardson has invented or invented developed applied uses sentence might call psychological sentence feminine gender backwater quietly iconoclastic miriam richardson undertakes teaching responsibilities girls school north london finding impossible conform socially acceptable interpretations life anguishes issues marriage religion nature happiness family relationships begins widen horizons world wikipedia edited expatriate |
| 9487 |
9425 |
10059 |
Chinese Sketches |
Herbert Allen Giles |
Essays & Short Works |
Herbert Giles was in the diplomatic service in China from 1867 to 1893. His frank observations on Chinese culture and people form the basis of these short essays, published in 1876. On his retirement, he returned to England and served as the Chair of Chinese at Cambridge for 35 years.</p> |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/chinese-sketches-by-herbert-allen-giles/ |
herbert giles diplomatic service china 1867 1893 frank observations chinese culture people form basis short essays published 1876 retirement returned england served chair chinese cambridge 35 years p |
| 9488 |
9426 |
10060 |
Outside the Prison |
Richard Harding Davis |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
On Christmas Eve, journalist Bronson is sent to wait outside of Moyamensing Prison to report on the release of a certain infamous prisoner. His case had gotten a lot of attention, so the paper wants a man on the spot. However, what Bronson hears and sees outside the prison that night is not quite what he was expecting. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/outside-of-prison-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
christmas eve journalist bronson sent wait outside moyamensing prison report release certain infamous prisoner case gotten lot attention paper wants man spot however bronson hears sees outside prison night quite expecting summary carolin p |
| 9489 |
9427 |
10061 |
Infelicia |
Adah Isaacs Menken |
Single author |
Adah Isaacs Menken's short life was full and eventful. Probably born in the American South, she travelled, wrote journalism, became famous as an actress, successfully navigated press scandals about her private life and wrote poetry. This volume collects her poems, which explore, among other things, Judaism, the position of women in society and contemporary events such as the American Civil War. By turns introspective and ferocious, her poetry is as varied and fresh as it was when first published. - Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/infelicia-by-adah-isaacs-menken/ |
adah isaacs menken s short life full eventful probably born american south travelled wrote journalism became famous actress successfully navigated press scandals private life wrote poetry volume collects poems explore among things judaism position women society contemporary events american civil war turns introspective ferocious poetry varied fresh first published summary newgatenovelist p |
| 9490 |
9428 |
10063 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Musicians |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre. <br><br>\n\nIn this volume he reflects on the lives of great musicians. Included are Richard Wagner, Paganini, Frederic Chopin, Robert Schumann, Sebastian Bach, Felix Mendelsohn, Franz Liszt, Ludwig van Beethoven, George Handel, Giuseppe Verdi, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Johannes Brahms. (Summary by Lucy Perry and Availle.)<br><br>\nThis is Volume 14 in a series of 14 books. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-great-musicians-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard describes homes authors poets social reformers prestigious people reflecting surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre br br volume reflects lives great musicians included richard wagner paganini frederic chopin robert schumann sebastian bach felix mendelsohn franz liszt ludwig van beethoven george handel giuseppe verdi wolfgang amadeus mozart johannes brahms summary lucy perry availle br br volume 14 series 14 books p |
| 9491 |
9429 |
10064 |
Bid For Fortune; Or, Dr Nikola's Vendetta |
Guy Boothby |
Detective Fiction |
Guy Newell Boothby (1867 – 1905) was a prolific Australian writer. He moved to London in 1894 and became most well-known for his Dr.Nikola mysteries. This book is the first in a series of five and introduces the good doctor himself. Dr Nikola Is a criminal mastermind with an occult twist and like much fiction of that era this book and the following are more about how others fall under his spell and into his web. Here we have an adventure and love story that sweeps us from Australia, the South Seas, the Middle East and rural Hampshire with our lovestruck hero constantly battling against Dr Nikola and his cohorts. The sense of mystery and the exotic settings are exceptionally well portrayed and give the book a nostalgic appeal for the days of imperialists and hardened empire builders. - Summary by Peter Keeble |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-bid-for-fortune-or-dr-nikolas-vendetta-by-guy-boothby/ |
guy newell boothby 1867 1905 prolific australian writer moved london 1894 became well known dr nikola mysteries book first series five introduces good doctor himself dr nikola criminal mastermind occult twist like much fiction era book following others fall spell web adventure love story sweeps us australia south seas middle east rural hampshire lovestruck hero constantly battling dr nikola cohorts sense mystery exotic settings exceptionally well portrayed give book nostalgic appeal days imperialists hardened empire builders summary peter keeble |
| 9492 |
9430 |
10065 |
Black Beauty (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
Anna Sewell |
Dramatic Readings, Animals & Nature |
Black Beauty is a fictional autobiographical memoir told by a horse, who recounts many tales, both of cruelty and kindness. The title page of the first edition states that it was "Translated from the Original Equine by Anna Sewell." After its publication in 1877, Sewell lived just long enough to see her first and only novel become an immediate bestseller, as well as it encouraging the better treatment of many cruelly-treated animals.<br><br>\n\nAlthough initially intended for people who work with horses, it soon became a children's classic. While outwardly teaching animal welfare, it also contains allegorical lessons about how to treat people with kindness, sympathy and respect. The story is narrated in the first person and each short chapter relates an incident in Black Beauty's life, with Sewell's detailed observations and extensive descriptions of horse behaviour lending the novel a good deal of verisimilitude. (Summary by Cori Samuel, Wikipedia, and Mary Kay)<br><br>\n\nBlack Beauty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nGinger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nSquire Gordon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nJohn Manly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a><br>\nJames Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fout</a><br>\nJeremiah Barker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nPolly Barker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br><br>\n\nOther roles read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6930">Nolan Fout</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11008">Freakwhency</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11144">Ricky of Kokiri</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7822">Oxenhandler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10150">Elizabeth Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">Maggie Travers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br><br>\n\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/black-beauty-dramatic-reading-by-anna-sewell/ |
black beauty fictional autobiographical memoir told horse recounts many tales cruelty kindness title page first edition states translated original equine anna sewell publication 1877 sewell lived long enough see first novel become immediate bestseller well encouraging better treatment many cruelly treated animals br br although initially intended people work horses soon became children s classic outwardly teaching animal welfare also contains allegorical lessons treat people kindness sympathy respect story narrated first person short chapter relates incident black beauty s life sewell s detailed observations extensive descriptions horse behaviour lending novel good deal verisimilitude summary cori samuel wikipedia mary kay br br black beauty a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br ginger a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br squire gordon a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br john manly a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a br james howard a href https librivox org reader 6930 nolan fout a br jeremiah barker a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br polly barker a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br roles read by a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a a href https librivox org reader 6930 nolan fout a a href https librivox org reader 11008 freakwhency a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a a href https librivox org reader 11144 ricky kokiri a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a a href https librivox org reader 7822 oxenhandler a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a a href https librivox org reader 10150 elizabeth travers a a href https librivox org reader 9599 maggie travers a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 9759 kim a a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br |
| 9493 |
9431 |
10066 |
July |
Michael Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Michael Field was a pseudonym used for the poetry and verse drama of Katharine Harris Bradley (27 October 1846 – 26 September 1914) and her niece and ward Edith Emma Cooper (12 January 1862 – 13 December 1913). As Field they wrote around 40 works together, and a long journal Works and Days. Their intention was to keep the pen-name secret, but it became public knowledge, not long after they had confided in their friend Robert Browning. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/july-by-michael-field/ |
michael field pseudonym used poetry verse drama katharine harris bradley 27 october 1846 26 september 1914 niece ward edith emma cooper 12 january 1862 13 december 1913 field wrote around 40 works together long journal works days intention keep pen name secret became public knowledge long confided friend robert browning summary wikipedia p |
| 9494 |
9432 |
10067 |
Workman's Dream |
Edgar A. Guest |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edgar Albert Guest (20 August 1881 in Birmingham, England – 5 August 1959 in Detroit, Michigan) (aka Eddie Guest) was a prolific English-born American poet who was popular in the first half of the 20th century and became known as the People's Poet.\nFrom his first published work in the Detroit Free Press until his death in 1959, Guest penned some 11,000 poems which were syndicated in some 300 newspapers and collected in more than 20 books, including A Heap o' Livin' (1916) and Just Folks (1917). Guest was made Poet Laureate of Michigan, the only poet to have been awarded the title. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-workmans-dream-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
edgar albert guest 20 august 1881 birmingham england 5 august 1959 detroit michigan aka eddie guest prolific english born american poet popular first half 20th century became known people s poet first published work detroit free press death 1959 guest penned 11 000 poems syndicated 300 newspapers collected 20 books including heap o livin 1916 folks 1917 guest made poet laureate michigan poet awarded title summary wikipedia p |
| 9495 |
9433 |
10068 |
Knots Untied |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Other |
Being Plain Statements on Disputed Points in Religion, from the Standpoint of an Evangelical Churchman.<br><br>The volume now in the reader's hands requires a few words of explanation. It contains nineteen papers on subjects which are matters of dispute among English Churchmen in the present day, systematically arranged. A moment's glance at the table of contents will show that there is hardly any point of theological controversy belonging to this era, which is not discussed, with more or less fulness, in these papers. <br><br>The object of sending forth this volume is to meet the wants of those who may wish to see theological questions fully discussed and examined from an "Evangelical" standpoint, and complain that they cannot find a book that does this. To them I offer this volume, and respectfully invite their attention to its contents. It if does nothing else, I hope it may convince some readers that in the controversies of this day the reasonings and arguments are not all on one side.<br><br>Whether the volume will do any good remains to be seen. At any rate it is an honest effort to untie some theological knots, and to supply some clear statements of truth from the standpoint of an Evangelical Churchman. That God may bless thie effort, and make it useful to the cause of Christ and the Church of England, is my earnest prayer. (from the Preface)<br><br> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/knots-untied-by-j-c-ryle/ |
plain statements disputed points religion standpoint evangelical churchman br br the volume reader s hands requires words explanation contains nineteen papers subjects matters dispute among english churchmen present day systematically arranged moment s glance table contents show hardly point theological controversy belonging era discussed less fulness papers br br the object sending forth volume meet wants may wish see theological questions fully discussed examined evangelical standpoint complain cannot find book this offer volume respectfully invite attention contents nothing else hope may convince readers controversies day reasonings arguments one side br br whether volume good remains seen rate honest effort untie theological knots supply clear statements truth standpoint evangelical churchman god may bless thie effort make useful cause christ church england earnest prayer from preface br br |
| 9496 |
9434 |
10069 |
grüne Haus |
Paula Dehmel |
Children's Fiction |
Die Erzählerin wohnt in einem grünen Haus, zusammen mit ihren drei Kindern und dem Dackel Dido. In ihrem Garten steht ein besonderer Nussbaum. Wenn sie sich abends unter seine Krone setzt und den Kopf an seinen Stamm lehnt, säuseln ihr die Blätter die wunderbarsten Geschichten zu. Das sind Geschichten von Kindern und Erwachsenen, vom Leben und Sterben, von Liebe, Freundschaft und Ablehnung, von der Natur, Gott und der Welt. Sehr erwachsene Themen hat Paula Dehmel mit erstaunlichem Fingerspitzengefühl für Kinder im Schulalter aufbereitet. (Eva K.)</p> |
German |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/das-gruene-haus-by-paula-dehmel/ |
die erzählerin wohnt einem grünen haus zusammen mit ihren drei kindern und dem dackel dido ihrem garten steht ein besonderer nussbaum wenn sie sich abends unter seine krone setzt und den kopf seinen stamm lehnt säuseln ihr die blätter die wunderbarsten geschichten zu das sind geschichten von kindern und erwachsenen vom leben und sterben von liebe freundschaft und ablehnung von der natur gott und der welt sehr erwachsene themen hat paula dehmel mit erstaunlichem fingerspitzengefühl für kinder im schulalter aufbereitet eva k p |
| 9497 |
9435 |
10070 |
Camping in the Canadian Rockies |
Walter Dwight Wilcox |
Exploration |
An Account of Camp Life in the Wilder Parts of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Together with a Description of the Region About Banff, Lake Louise and Glacier, and a Sketch of the Early Explorations. - Summary by the author.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/camping-in-the-canadian-rockies-by-walter-dwight-wilcox/ |
account camp life wilder parts canadian rocky mountains together description region banff lake louise glacier sketch early explorations summary author p |
| 9498 |
9436 |
10071 |
Wonders of the Invisible World, and A Farther Account of the Tryals of the New England Witches |
Cotton Mather |
*Non-fiction, Religion, Early Modern |
Here are first hand accounts, published in 1692, of the infamous "Salem Witch Trials". In addition to Mather's interpretation of the Book of Revelations (which he calls "God's last letter to the people of earth"), included are explanations of what motivates Devils, their military organization, how witches may be identified, captured, tried, and executed, and expostulating on the Devil's many devious methods for tricking otherwise intelligent people into questioning the Bible and undermining Christian authority in the new world. The sub-title of the book reads: BEING AN ACCOUNT OF THE TRYALS OF SEVERAL WITCHES LATELY EXECUTED IN NEW-ENGLAND. BY COTTON MATHER, D.D., TO WHICH IS ADDED A FURTHER ACCOUNT OF THE TRYALS OF THE NEW-ENGLAND WITCHES. BY (his father), INCREASE MATHER, D.D.PRESIDENT OF HARVARD COLLEGE. A publisher's introduction for this 1892 edition calls these articles "remarkable monuments of the history of superstition".\n - Summary by Michele Fry</p> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonders-of-the-invisible-world-by-cotton-mather/ |
first hand accounts published 1692 infamous salem witch trials addition mather s interpretation book revelations which calls god s last letter people earth included explanations motivates devils military organization witches may identified captured tried executed expostulating devil s many devious methods tricking otherwise intelligent people questioning bible undermining christian authority new world sub title book reads account tryals several witches lately executed new england cotton mather d d added account tryals new england witches his father increase mather d d president harvard college publisher s introduction 1892 edition calls articles remarkable monuments history superstition summary michele fry p |
| 9499 |
9437 |
10072 |
History of Biology |
Louis Compton Miall |
Life Sciences |
A history of biology from ancient times to Darwin and Pasteur by Louis Compton Miall, Professor of Biology, Fellow of the Royal Society, Fullerian Professor of Physiology and Comparative Anatomy at the University of Leeds. This book covers all the major advances in botany and zoology through the mid-1800's and concludes with the impact that Darwin's "Origin of Species" and Pasteur's research into microorganisms will have on future generations of biologists. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)<br><br>\n\n<i>“Science knows no country, because knowledge belongs to humanity, and is the torch which illuminates the world.” </i>– Louis Pasteur<br><br> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-biology-by-louis-compton-miall/ |
history biology ancient times darwin pasteur louis compton miall professor biology fellow royal society fullerian professor physiology comparative anatomy university leeds book covers major advances botany zoology mid 1800 s concludes impact darwin s origin species pasteur s research microorganisms future generations biologists summary j m smallheer br br i science knows country knowledge belongs humanity torch illuminates world i louis pasteur br br |
| 9500 |
9438 |
10073 |
Nature (version 2) |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Essays |
First published anonymously in 1836, Nature marks the beginning both of Emerson’s literary career and the Transcendentalist movement. Asking why his generation “should not also enjoy an original relation to the universe,” Emerson argues that “Man is a god in ruins” who might yet be redeemed by the renewal of harmony with nature. Encompassing themes that would preoccupy him for years to come, including the repressive force of social routine, the divinity of nature, and the creative potential of the individual, Nature reflected recent developments in European philosophy and literature even as it pushed American artists to break new ground. The book’s initial reception was mixed, but it influenced members of Emerson’s circle, including such luminaries as Henry David Thoreau and Margaret Fuller, and it would go on to inspire the work of writers ranging from Walt Whitman and Friedrich Nietzsche to Robert Frost and Ralph Ellison. - Summary by Jesse Zuba</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/nature-version-2-by-ralph-waldo-emerson/ |
first published anonymously 1836 nature marks beginning emerson s literary career transcendentalist movement asking generation should also enjoy original relation universe emerson argues man god ruins might yet redeemed renewal harmony nature encompassing themes would preoccupy years come including repressive force social routine divinity nature creative potential individual nature reflected recent developments european philosophy literature even pushed american artists break new ground book s initial reception mixed influenced members emerson s circle including luminaries henry david thoreau margaret fuller would go inspire work writers ranging walt whitman friedrich nietzsche robert frost ralph ellison summary jesse zuba p |
| 9501 |
9447 |
10082 |
Golden Bough |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
The eyes of the Légionnaire, now grown accustomed to the glow of the light, made sure that the figure had not moved, nor was aware of his silent and furtive approach. Two plans of action suggested themselves, one to move behind the foliage to the right and intercept the monk with the lantern should he attempt to flee toward the lights of the house nearby, the other to risk all in a frank statement, a plea for charity and asylum.\n(A selection from Chapter 1. )</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-bough-by-george-gibbs/ |
eyes légionnaire grown accustomed glow light made sure figure moved aware silent furtive approach two plans action suggested themselves one move behind foliage right intercept monk lantern attempt flee toward lights house nearby risk frank statement plea charity asylum a selection chapter 1 p |
| 9502 |
9439 |
10074 |
Java Head |
Joseph Hergesheimer |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life |
Java Head is a novel of the American merchant marine at the beginning of the great clipper ship era. It is laid in Salem, when that city was still a port rich with the traffic of the East Indies; a story of choleric ship masters, charming girls, and an aristocratic Manchu woman in carmine and jades and crusted gold. There is a drama as secret and poisonous as opium, lovely old gardens with lilac trees and green lattices, and elm-shaded streets ending at the harbor with the brigs unloading ivory from Africa and the ships crowding on their topsails for Canton. It is a romantic novel-and yet true-rather than a study of drab manners; there is no purpose in it other than the pleasure to be found in the spectacle of life supported by high courage and made beautiful by women in peacock shawls. (From the back cover of the 1919 edition) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/java-head-by-joseph-hergesheimer/ |
java head novel american merchant marine beginning great clipper ship era laid salem city still port rich traffic east indies story choleric ship masters charming girls aristocratic manchu woman carmine jades crusted gold drama secret poisonous opium lovely old gardens lilac trees green lattices elm shaded streets ending harbor brigs unloading ivory africa ships crowding topsails canton romantic novel and yet true rather study drab manners purpose pleasure found spectacle life supported high courage made beautiful women peacock shawls from back cover 1919 edition p |
| 9503 |
9440 |
10075 |
Cottage Poems |
Patrick Brontë |
Single author |
Patrick Brontë (father of the famous Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anna) is mainly remembered as a father, reverend and teacher, but he also was a poet and a novelist. Cottage Poems, his first published work, he gives gentle spiritual advice and guidance to the community, colleagues and members of his congregation in the form of lyrical letters.<br><br>Even if one is simply interested in his daughters' works, it is still interesting to see where the sisters' inspiration to write may have come from. (Summary by Mary Kay) <br><br> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/cottage-poems-by-patrick-bronte/ |
patrick brontë father famous brontë sisters charlotte emily anna mainly remembered father reverend teacher also poet novelist cottage poems first published work gives gentle spiritual advice guidance community colleagues members congregation form lyrical letters br br even one simply interested daughters works still interesting see sisters inspiration write may come from summary mary kay br br |
| 9504 |
9441 |
10076 |
Persians (version 2) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The earliest of Aeschylus' plays to survive is "The Persians" (Persai), performed in 472 BC and based on experiences in Aeschylus's own life, specifically the Battle of Salamis. It is unique among surviving Greek tragedies in that it describes a recent historical event. "The Persians" focuses on the popular Greek theme of hubris by blaming Persia's loss on the pride of its king. It is the second and only surviving part of a now otherwise lost trilogy that won the first prize at the dramatic competitions in Athens’ City Dionysia festival in 472 BCE, with Pericles serving as choregos. The first play in the trilogy was called "Phineus"; it presumably dealt with Jason and the Argonauts' rescue of King Phineus from the torture that the monstrous harpies inflicted at the behest of Zeus. The subject of the third play, "Glaucus," was either a mythical Corinthian king who was devoured by his horses because he angered the goddess Aphrodite or a Boeotian farmer who ate a magical herb that transformed him into a sea deity with the gift of prophecy. In "The Persians," Xerxes invites the gods' enmity for his hubristic expedition against Greece in 480/79 BCE; the focus of the drama is the defeat of Xerxes' navy at Salamis. Aeschylus himself had fought the Persians at Marathon (490 BC). He may also have fought at Salamis, just eight years before the play was performed. Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-persians-by-aeschylus-2/ |
earliest aeschylus plays survive the persians persai performed 472 bc based experiences aeschylus s life specifically battle salamis unique among surviving greek tragedies describes recent historical event the persians focuses popular greek theme hubris blaming persia s loss pride king second surviving part otherwise lost trilogy first prize dramatic competitions athens city dionysia festival 472 bce pericles serving choregos first play trilogy called phineus presumably dealt jason argonauts rescue king phineus torture monstrous harpies inflicted behest zeus subject third play glaucus either mythical corinthian king devoured horses angered goddess aphrodite boeotian farmer ate magical herb transformed sea deity gift prophecy the persians xerxes invites gods enmity hubristic expedition greece 480 79 bce focus drama defeat xerxes navy salamis aeschylus fought persians marathon 490 bc may also fought salamis eight years play performed summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 9505 |
9442 |
10077 |
Afternoon Songs |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Julia Caroline Dorr, part 5 of her collected poems. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/afternoon-songs-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
volume poems julia caroline dorr part 5 collected poems summary carolin p |
| 9506 |
9443 |
10078 |
Poems of Sentiment |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This time, the topic is "Sentiment". - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-sentiment-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poems ella wheeler wilcox time topic sentiment summary carolin p |
| 9507 |
9444 |
10079 |
Told in the Coffee House |
Cyrus Adler |
Short Stories |
In the course of a number of visits to Constantinople, I became much interested in the tales that are told in the coffee houses. These are usually little more than rooms, with walls made of small panes of glass. The furniture consists of a tripod with a contrivance for holding the kettle, and a fire to keep the coffee boiling. A carpeted bench traverses the entire length of the room. This is occupied by turbaned Turks, their legs folded under them, smoking nargilehs or chibooks or cigarettes, and sipping coffee. A few will be engaged in a game of backgammon, but the majority enter into conversation, at first only in syllables, which gradually gives rise to a general discussion. Finally, some sage of the neighborhood comes in, and the company appeals to him to settle the point at issue. This he usually does by telling a story to illustrate his opinion. Some of the stories told on these occasions are adaptations of those already known in Arabic and Persian literature, but the Turkish mind gives them a new setting and a peculiar philosophy. They are characteristic of the habits, customs, and methods of thought of the people, and for this reason seem worthy of preservation. - Summary by Preface</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/told-in-the-coffee-house-by-cyrus-adler-and-allan-ramsay/ |
course number visits constantinople became much interested tales told coffee houses usually little rooms walls made small panes glass furniture consists tripod contrivance holding kettle fire keep coffee boiling carpeted bench traverses entire length room occupied turbaned turks legs folded them smoking nargilehs chibooks cigarettes sipping coffee engaged game backgammon majority enter conversation first syllables gradually gives rise general discussion finally sage neighborhood comes in company appeals settle point issue usually telling story illustrate opinion stories told occasions adaptations already known arabic persian literature turkish mind gives new setting peculiar philosophy characteristic habits customs methods thought people reason seem worthy preservation summary preface p |
| 9508 |
9445 |
10080 |
Prometheus Bound (Thoreau Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
Whether or not it was actually written by Aeschylus, as is much disputed, "Prometheus Bound" is a powerful statement on behalf of free humanity in the face of what often seem like the impersonal, implacable Forces that rule the Universe. As one of the most compelling rebel manifestos ever composed, it has appealed not only to the expected host of scholars of Greek drama, but also to a fascinatingly free-spirited array of translators, especially since the early 19th century; Percy Bysshe Shelley, Elizabeth Barrett Browning (two very different versions), and activist-poet Augusta Webster are among those who have tried their poetic and linguistic powers at rendering it into English. The version recorded here was by Henry David Thoreau, who recommended in "Walden" reading Aeschylus in the bright early morning hours. Thoreau published this translation in Volume Three of the transcendentalist journal "The Dial" in 1843, when he was 26 years old. Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/prometheus-bound-by-aeschylus-2/ |
whether actually written aeschylus much disputed prometheus bound powerful statement behalf free humanity face often seem like impersonal implacable forces rule universe one compelling rebel manifestos ever composed appealed expected host scholars greek drama also fascinatingly free spirited array translators especially since early 19th century percy bysshe shelley elizabeth barrett browning two different versions activist poet augusta webster among tried poetic linguistic powers rendering english version recorded henry david thoreau recommended walden reading aeschylus bright early morning hours thoreau published translation volume three transcendentalist journal the dial 1843 26 years old summary expatriate p |
| 9509 |
9446 |
10081 |
Bible (DBY) NT 06: Romans |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-06-romans-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
| 9510 |
9448 |
10083 |
Camden's Compliment to Walt Whitman |
Various |
Literary Collections |
On the occasion of Walt Whitman's 70th Birthday a "Committee of Citizens" in Camden, NJ held a special commemoration in his honor. This slim collection includes a autobiographical note by Whitman and his response to those present as well as a full record of the the speeches and appreciations offered, along with the letters and telegrams that poured in from all over the world. Contributors include: Walt Whitman, Mark Twain, Ernest Rhys, Horace Traubel, Hallam Tennyson, William Rossetti, Gabriel Sarazin, William Morris, Rudolf Schmidt, William Sloane Kennedy, John G Whittier, John Addington Symonds, and many more. - Summary by Ed Humpal |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/camdens-compliment-to-walt-whitman-by-various/ |
occasion walt whitman s 70th birthday committee citizens camden nj held special commemoration honor slim collection includes autobiographical note whitman response present well full record speeches appreciations offered along letters telegrams poured world contributors include walt whitman mark twain ernest rhys horace traubel hallam tennyson william rossetti gabriel sarazin william morris rudolf schmidt william sloane kennedy john g whittier john addington symonds many more summary ed humpal |
| 9511 |
9449 |
10084 |
Trojan Women (Coleridge Translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Described by modern playwright Ellen McLaughlin as "perhaps the greatest antiwar play ever written," "The Trojan Women," also known as "Troades," is a tragedy by the Greek playwright Euripides. Produced in 415 BC during the Peloponnesian War, it is often considered a commentary on the capture of the Aegean island of Melos and the subsequent slaughter and subjugation of its populace by the Athenians earlier that year. 415 BC was also the year of the scandalous desecration of the hermai and the Athenians' second expedition to Sicily, events which may also have influenced the author. The Trojan Women was the third tragedy of a trilogy dealing with the Trojan War. The first tragedy, Alexandros, was about the recognition of the Trojan prince Paris who had been abandoned in infancy by his parents and rediscovered in adulthood. The second tragedy, Palamedes, dealt with Greek mistreatment of their fellow Greek Palamedes. This trilogy was presented at the Dionysia along with the comedic satyr play Sisyphos. The plots of this trilogy were not connected in the way that Aeschylus' Oresteia was connected. Euripides did not favor such connected trilogies. Euripides won second prize at the City Dionysia for his effort, losing to the obscure tragedian Xenocles. The four Trojan women of the play are the same who appear in the final book of the Iliad lamenting over the corpse of Hector. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited and supplemented by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-trojan-women-coleridge-translation-by-euripides/ |
described modern playwright ellen mclaughlin perhaps greatest antiwar play ever written the trojan women also known troades tragedy greek playwright euripides produced 415 bc peloponnesian war often considered commentary capture aegean island melos subsequent slaughter subjugation populace athenians earlier year 415 bc also year scandalous desecration hermai athenians second expedition sicily events may also influenced author trojan women third tragedy trilogy dealing trojan war first tragedy alexandros recognition trojan prince paris abandoned infancy parents rediscovered adulthood second tragedy palamedes dealt greek mistreatment fellow greek palamedes trilogy presented dionysia along comedic satyr play sisyphos plots trilogy connected way aeschylus oresteia connected euripides favor connected trilogies euripides second prize city dionysia effort losing obscure tragedian xenocles four trojan women play appear final book iliad lamenting corpse hector summary wikipedia edited supplemented expatriate p |
| 9512 |
9450 |
10085 |
Antigone (Plumptre Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
A powerful artistic protest against tyranny, "Antigone" has been translated and adapted dozens of times, applied over and over through the centuries to current forms of the oppression so common to human experience. Antigone's heroic resistance to Creon's petty, capricious, and unbending law has a never-ending relevance even in the third millennium CE. The play was written at a time of national fervor. In 441 BC, shortly after the play was released, Sophocles was appointed as one of the ten generals to lead a military expedition against Samos. It is striking that a prominent play in a time of such imperialism contains little political propaganda, no impassioned apostrophe, and, with the exception of the epiklerate (the right of the daughter to continue her dead father's lineage), and arguments against anarchy, makes no contemporary allusion or passing reference to Athens. Rather than become sidetracked with the issues of the time, Antigone remains focused on the characters and themes within the play. It does, however, expose the dangers of the absolute ruler, or tyrant, in the person of Creon, a king to whom few will speak freely and openly their true opinions, and who therefore makes the grievous error of condemning Antigone, an act which he pitifully regrets in the play's final lines. Athenians, proud of their democratic tradition, would have identified his error in the many lines of dialogue which emphasize that the people of Thebes believe he is wrong, but have no voice to tell him so. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited and supplemented by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/antigone-plumptre-translation-by-sophocles/ |
powerful artistic protest tyranny antigone translated adapted dozens times applied centuries current forms oppression common human experience antigone s heroic resistance creon s petty capricious unbending law never ending relevance even third millennium ce play written time national fervor 441 bc shortly play released sophocles appointed one ten generals lead military expedition samos striking prominent play time imperialism contains little political propaganda impassioned apostrophe and exception epiklerate the right daughter continue dead father s lineage arguments anarchy makes contemporary allusion passing reference athens rather become sidetracked issues time antigone remains focused characters themes within play does however expose dangers absolute ruler tyrant person creon king speak freely openly true opinions therefore makes grievous error condemning antigone act pitifully regrets play s final lines athenians proud democratic tradition would identified error many lines dialogue emphasize people thebes believe wrong voice tell so summary wikipedia edited supplemented expatriate p |
| 9513 |
9451 |
10086 |
Apples Growing |
Will Carleton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William McKendree Carleton was an American poet. Carleton's poems were most often about his rural life.\n"What Robert Burns did for the Scottish cotter and the Reverend William Barnes has done for the English farmer, Will Carleton has done for the American-touched with the glamour of poetry the simple and monotonous events of daily life, and shown that all circumstances of life, however trivial they may appear, possess those alternations of the comic and pathetic, the good and bad, the joyful and sorrowful, which go to make up the days and nights, the summers and winters, of this perplexing world" - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/apples-growing-by-will-carleton/ |
william mckendree carleton american poet carleton s poems often rural life what robert burns scottish cotter reverend william barnes done english farmer carleton done american touched glamour poetry simple monotonous events daily life shown circumstances life however trivial may appear possess alternations comic pathetic good bad joyful sorrowful go make days nights summers winters perplexing world summary wikipedia p |
| 9514 |
9452 |
10087 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 04, Nov. 25, 1879 |
Various |
Short works, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, and more for children. This fourth issue of the series was published on November 25, 1879. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Summary by Jill Engle.</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-04-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork children fourth issue series published november 25 1879 published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p |
| 9515 |
9453 |
10088 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 039 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include literary figures--Alice Mangold Diehl, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Arthur Hugh Clough; philosophers--Hegel, Kierkegaard; religious thinkers--Martin Luther, Cotton Mather; political leaders--Thomas Jefferson, John F. Kennedy; important documents--the Constitution of Japan (1946), the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom; moments in history--the Battle of the Crater, the Dred Scott Decision; historical figures--the Pseudo Dionysius and Xenophon; and, lastly, shopper's tips for watermelons and cantaloupes. (Summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>Hegel's <i>The Problem</i> was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/11706">William T. Harris</a><br>Xenophon's <i>On Horsemanship</i> was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/6727">Morris H. Morgan</a></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-039 |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include literary figures alice mangold diehl harriet beecher stowe arthur hugh clough philosophers hegel kierkegaard religious thinkers martin luther cotton mather political leaders thomas jefferson john f kennedy important documents the constitution japan 1946 virginia statute religious freedom moments history the battle crater dred scott decision historical figures the pseudo dionysius xenophon and lastly shopper s tips watermelons cantaloupes summary sue anderson br br hegel s i the problem i translated a href https librivox org author 11706 william t harris a br xenophon s i on horsemanship i translated a href https librivox org author 6727 morris h morgan a p |
| 9516 |
9454 |
10089 |
Poems and Songs in the Lancashire Dialect |
Edwin Waugh |
Poetry |
A selection of poems in the Lancashire dialect by the foremost exponent of the form. A printer by training, Edwin Waugh left his trade for secretarial work and began his literary career in 1852. His first dialect poem, 'Come whoam to thi' childer and me', was written at the Clarence Hotel, Manchester, on 10 June 1856 and published in the Manchester Examiner the following day. The best known Lancashire dialect poem of its day, it inspired numerous followers whose dialect poetry and prose provided an often nostalgic accompaniment to the sound and fury of the industrial revolution. This selection of dialect poems was published shortly after Waugh's death alongside a selection of his standard English poetry. It consists of the poems that editor George Milner judged to be presentable and is accompanied by a critical introduction and commentary on Waugh's use of the Rochdale variety of the Lancashire dialect. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/poems-and-songs-in-the-lancashire-dialect-by-edwin-waugh/ |
selection poems lancashire dialect foremost exponent form printer training edwin waugh left trade secretarial work began literary career 1852 first dialect poem come whoam thi childer me written clarence hotel manchester 10 june 1856 published manchester examiner following day best known lancashire dialect poem day inspired numerous followers whose dialect poetry prose provided often nostalgic accompaniment sound fury industrial revolution selection dialect poems published shortly waugh s death alongside selection standard english poetry consists poems editor george milner judged presentable accompanied critical introduction commentary waugh s use rochdale variety lancashire dialect summary phil benson p |
| 9517 |
9455 |
10090 |
Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia |
Sir Philip Sidney |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Arcadia is a prose work by Sir Philip Sidney, a classic of the Renaissance pastoral and a work of high romance, a fleeting vision of a lost world of gallantry and adventure, representing an escape from the realities of politics in the Elizabethan court. It contributes to the ongoing legend of Sidney as the perfect Renaissance man, "soldier, scholar, horseman he/And all he did done perfectly". - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-countess-of-pembrokes-arcadia-by-sir-philip-sidney/ |
arcadia prose work sir philip sidney classic renaissance pastoral work high romance fleeting vision lost world gallantry adventure representing escape realities politics elizabethan court contributes ongoing legend sidney perfect renaissance man soldier scholar horseman he and done perfectly summary nicole lee p |
| 9518 |
9456 |
10091 |
Crime and Punishment (version 2) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Literary Fiction |
"Crime and Punishment" is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. It was first published in the literary journal "The Russian Messenger" in twelve monthly installments during 1866. It was later published in a single volume. It is the second of Dostoyevsky's full-length novels following his return from ten years of exile in Siberia. Crime and Punishment is considered the first great novel of his "mature" period of writing. "Crime and Punishment" focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in St. Petersburg who formulates and executes a plan to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker for her cash. Raskolnikov argues that with the pawnbroker's money he can perform good deeds to counterbalance the crime, while ridding the world of a worthless vermin. He also commits this murder to test his own hypothesis that some people are naturally capable of such things, and even have the right to do them. Several times throughout the novel, Raskolnikov justifies his actions by comparing himself with Napoleon Bonaparte, believing that murder is permissible in pursuit of a higher purpose. Much of the suspense of the novel is psychological, as the reader agonizes over Raskolnikov's efforts to evade justice for his crime. Much of it is also moral, as the question of whether or not Raskolnikov himself can find redemption as a human being leads to a surprising culmination. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/crime-and-punishment-version-2-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
crime punishment novel russian author fyodor dostoyevsky first published literary journal the russian messenger twelve monthly installments 1866 later published single volume second dostoyevsky s full length novels following return ten years exile siberia crime punishment considered first great novel mature period writing crime punishment focuses mental anguish moral dilemmas rodion raskolnikov impoverished ex student st petersburg formulates executes plan kill unscrupulous pawnbroker cash raskolnikov argues pawnbroker s money perform good deeds counterbalance crime ridding world worthless vermin also commits murder test hypothesis people naturally capable things even right them several times throughout novel raskolnikov justifies actions comparing napoleon bonaparte believing murder permissible pursuit higher purpose much suspense novel psychological reader agonizes raskolnikov s efforts evade justice crime much also moral question whether raskolnikov find redemption human leads surprising culmination summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 9519 |
9457 |
10092 |
Spirit of Sweetwater |
Hamlin Garland |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Clement had unwittingly succeeded where others had failed at mining in the western Colorado mountains. Now he found himself wanting to share his success with some deserving soul, and one day found a young dying woman to whom he seemed inexplicably drawn. However he had a past which his conscience told him must be revealed in order for him to be worthy of a dying woman's love. Should a man of means expend the effort to clear his conscience in order to attempt a relationship destined to last but a short time? - Summary by Roger Melin</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-sweetwater-by-hamlin-garland/ |
clement unwittingly succeeded others failed mining western colorado mountains found wanting share success deserving soul one day found young dying woman seemed inexplicably drawn however past conscience told must revealed order worthy dying woman s love man means expend effort clear conscience order attempt relationship destined last short time summary roger melin p |
| 9520 |
9458 |
10093 |
Complete Essays of John Galsworthy |
John Galsworthy |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of essays by John Galsworthy. A multitude of subjects is covered, but the essays are connected by an artistic spirit, and they are written much more like short stories than in the classical style of essays. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-essays-of-john-galsworthy-by-john-galsworthy/ |
collection essays john galsworthy multitude subjects covered essays connected artistic spirit written much like short stories classical style essays summary carolin |
| 9521 |
9459 |
10094 |
Green Forest Fairy Book |
Loretta Ellen Brady |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a volume of original fairy tales by Loretta Ellen Brady. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/green-forest-fairy-book-by-loretta-ellen-brady/ |
volume original fairy tales loretta ellen brady summary carolin p |
| 9522 |
9460 |
10095 |
Men Who Found America |
Frederick Winthrop Hutchinson |
Children's Non-fiction |
This Book is about the Men Who Found America and how it started - Summary by Elijah |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-men-who-found-america-by-frederick-winthrop-hutchinson/ |
book men found america started summary elijah |
| 9523 |
9461 |
10096 |
Papers |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
Today the world is awash with “celebrities” whose only accomplishment is being celebrated by the media in all its various forms. Henry James, of course, long pre-dates the multiplicity of media in today’s world, when the press was the main source of adulation, and he was famously averse to giving newspaper interviews himself. For those interested in the sources of celebrity worship, however, his story, “The Papers,” showing how two aspiring London journalists worked with those who were famous simply for being famous, helps to give some idea of how such worship was practiced a century ago. (Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-papers-by-henry-james/ |
today world awash celebrities whose accomplishment celebrated media various forms henry james course long pre dates multiplicity media today s world press main source adulation famously averse giving newspaper interviews himself interested sources celebrity worship however story the papers showing two aspiring london journalists worked famous simply famous helps give idea worship practiced century ago nicholas clifford |
| 9524 |
9462 |
10097 |
Myths And Legends Of The Pacific Northwest Especially Of Washington And Oregon |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
The basis on which these myths were selected necessarily excluded those which showed traces of the white man's religion or of the red man's coarseness. Relatively speaking, only a few myths could be selected. These were the creation myths, the origin of the races, the theft of fire, the salmon, and especially those connected with the physical features of the country, such as those of Takhoma, Shasta, the Columbia River, and the group of mountains of the bridge of the gods…. No claim is made for original work in this volume, except with regard to the selection of the myths and the rewriting of several in which the Indian simplicity and directness had been destroyed by attempted witticisms, by philosophical remarks, or by wordy explanations. A consistent effort has been made to tell these stories as the Indians told them…. Neither is this volume intended to be a very serious or a learned one. It is, however, authentic. All myths for which a responsible authority could not be found have been rejected. - Summary by Author's Preface</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-the-pacific-northwest-especially-of-washington-and-oregon-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
basis myths selected necessarily excluded showed traces white man s religion red man s coarseness relatively speaking myths could selected creation myths origin races theft fire salmon especially connected physical features country takhoma shasta columbia river group mountains bridge gods claim made original work volume except regard selection myths rewriting several indian simplicity directness destroyed attempted witticisms philosophical remarks wordy explanations consistent effort made tell stories indians told them neither volume intended serious learned one is however authentic myths responsible authority could found rejected summary author s preface p |
| 9525 |
9463 |
10098 |
History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 3 |
Friedrich Schiller |
War & Military, History |
The History of the Thirty Years War is a five volume work, which followed his very successful History of the Revolt of the Netherlands. Written for a wider audience than Revolt, it is a vivid history, colored by Schiller’s own interest in the question of human freedom and his rationalist optimism. Volume 3 covers the period from Gustavus Adolphus's victory at Leipzig (fall of 1631) until his death in the battle of Lutzen in November of 1632. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-thirty-years-war-volume-3-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
history thirty years war five volume work followed successful history revolt netherlands written wider audience revolt vivid history colored schiller s interest question human freedom rationalist optimism volume 3 covers period gustavus adolphus s victory leipzig fall 1631 death battle lutzen november 1632 summary alan winterrowd p |
| 9526 |
9464 |
10099 |
Tales of Troy: Ulysses the Sacker of Cities |
Andrew Lang |
Children's Fiction |
These are short stories about the life of Ulysses, the stealing of Helen, Paris, battles, Trojan horses, and more! - Summary by Maggie Travers</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-troy-ulysses-the-sacker-of-cities-by-andrew-lang/ |
short stories life ulysses stealing helen paris battles trojan horses more summary maggie travers p |
| 9527 |
9465 |
10100 |
Lord Tedric |
E. E. Smith |
Fantasy Fiction |
Time is the strangest of all mysteries. Relatively unimportant events, almost unnoticed as they occur, may, in hundreds of years, result in Ultimate Catastrophe. On Time Track Number One, that was the immutable result. But on Time Track Number Two there was one little event that could be used to avert it—the presence of a naked woman in public. So, Skandos One removed the clothing from the Lady Rhoann and after one look, Lord Tedric did the rest! - Summary by Original Gutenberg text</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/lord-tedric-by-e-e-smith/ |
time strangest mysteries relatively unimportant events almost unnoticed occur may hundreds years result ultimate catastrophe time track number one immutable result time track number two one little event could used avert it the presence naked woman public so skandos one removed clothing lady rhoann one look lord tedric rest summary original gutenberg text p |
| 9528 |
9466 |
10101 |
Oedipus Rex (Murray Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
"Oedipus Rex" (Ancient Greek: Οἰδίπους Τύραννος, Oidipous Tyrannos), also known as "Oedipus the King" or "Oedipus the Tyrant," is an Athenian tragedy by Sophocles that was first performed about 429 BC (noted classicist Gilbert Murray, translator of this version of the play, rendered the title as "Oedipus, King of Thebes"). It was the second in order of Sophocles's composition of his three plays dealing with Oedipus. Thematically, however, it was the first in the trilogy's historical chronology, followed by Oedipus at Colonus and then Antigone. "Oedipus the King" tells the story of Oedipus, a man who becomes the king of Thebes, whilst in the process unwittingly fulfilling a prophecy that he would kill his father Laius and marry his mother Jocasta. The play is an example of classic tragedy, notably containing an emphasis upon how Oedipus's own faults contribute to his downfall (as opposed to making fate the sole cause). Over the centuries, "Oedipus Rex" has come to be regarded by many as the Greek tragedy par excellence. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited & supplemented by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/oedipus-rex-by-sophocles-2/ |
oedipus rex ancient greek οἰδίπους τύραννος oidipous tyrannos also known oedipus king oedipus tyrant athenian tragedy sophocles first performed 429 bc noted classicist gilbert murray translator version play rendered title oedipus king thebes second order sophocles s composition three plays dealing oedipus thematically however first trilogy s historical chronology followed oedipus colonus antigone oedipus king tells story oedipus man becomes king thebes whilst process unwittingly fulfilling prophecy would kill father laius marry mother jocasta play example classic tragedy notably containing emphasis upon oedipus s faults contribute downfall as opposed making fate sole cause centuries oedipus rex come regarded many greek tragedy par excellence summary wikipedia edited supplemented expatriate p |
| 9529 |
9467 |
10102 |
Oedipus at Colonus (Jebb Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
"Oedipus at Colonus" (also Oedipus Coloneus, Ancient Greek: Οἰδίπους ἐπὶ Κολωνῷ, Oidipous epi Kolōnō) is one of the three Theban plays of the Athenian tragedian Sophocles. It was written shortly before Sophocles' death in 406 BC and produced by his grandson (also called Sophocles) at the Festival of Dionysus in 401 BC. In the timeline of the plays, the events of "Oedipus at Colonus" occur after "Oedipus the King" and before "Antigone"; however, it was the last of Sophocles' three Theban plays to be written. The play describes the end of Oedipus' tragic life. Legends differ as to the site of Oedipus' death; Sophocles set the place at Colonus, a village near Athens and also Sophocles' own birthplace, where the blinded Oedipus has come with his daughters Antigone and Ismene as suppliants of the Erinyes and of Theseus, the king of Athens. Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/oedipus-at-colonus-by-sophocles-2/ |
oedipus colonus also oedipus coloneus ancient greek οἰδίπους ἐπὶ κολωνῷ oidipous epi kolōnō one three theban plays athenian tragedian sophocles written shortly sophocles death 406 bc produced grandson also called sophocles festival dionysus 401 bc timeline plays events oedipus colonus occur oedipus king antigone however last sophocles three theban plays written play describes end oedipus tragic life legends differ site oedipus death sophocles set place colonus village near athens also sophocles birthplace blinded oedipus come daughters antigone ismene suppliants erinyes theseus king athens summary wikipedia p |
| 9530 |
9468 |
10103 |
Picture |
Victor Daley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Victor James William Patrick Daley was an Australian poet.</p>\n\nHe was born in Ireland, and was educated at the Christian Brothers at Devonport in England. He arrived in Australia in 1878, and became a freelance journalist and writer in both Melbourne and Sydney. He is notable for becoming the first author in Australia who tried to earn a living from writing alone. In Sydney in 1898, he founded the bohemian Dawn and Dusk Club, which had many notable members such as writer Henry Lawson. He died at Sydney of tuberculosis.</p>\n\nHe used the pseudonym Creeve Roe (Irish =Red Branch - the area next to the Navan where Cu Chulainn trained as a Red Branch Knight), as well as his own name. His Poems (1908) and other collections were published posthumously. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-picture-by-victor-daley/ |
victor james william patrick daley australian poet p born ireland educated christian brothers devonport england arrived australia 1878 became freelance journalist writer melbourne sydney notable becoming first author australia tried earn living writing alone sydney 1898 founded bohemian dawn dusk club many notable members writer henry lawson died sydney tuberculosis p used pseudonym creeve roe irish red branch area next navan cu chulainn trained red branch knight well name poems 1908 collections published posthumously summary wikipedia p |
| 9531 |
9470 |
10105 |
Stephen: A Soldier of the Cross |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
This is a unique sequel to the book <a href="https://librivox.org/titus-a-comrade-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/"><i>Titus: A Comrade of the Cross</i></a> written in a very different style, though none the less memorable, full of excitement and suspense! The author combines several stories together with great skill and ease, creating tension, making you wonder how things can play out until the very climax is reached. A blind girl and her brother just barely surviving in Egypt, threatened by the slave trade, almost without hope, one day hear about miracles happening in Jerusalem. They fly for their lives, hoping against hope and when they finally get there they find themselves at the foot of the cross. Is it too late? Was all their suffering for nothing? (Summary by Fiddlesticks) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/stephen-a-soldier-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
unique sequel book a href https librivox org titus a comrade of the cross by florence morse kingsley i titus comrade cross i a written different style though none less memorable full excitement suspense author combines several stories together great skill ease creating tension making wonder things play climax reached blind girl brother barely surviving egypt threatened slave trade almost without hope one day hear miracles happening jerusalem fly lives hoping hope finally get find foot cross late suffering nothing summary fiddlesticks p |
| 9532 |
9471 |
10106 |
World as Will and Idea, Vol. 3 of 3 |
Arthur Schopenhauer |
Modern |
In this work, Schopenhauer explains his fundamental idea that at the root of the reality we see around us is a Will that eternally, insatiably seeks to be satisfied. Each human Subject observes the Objects around her from the perspective of that fundamental Will working within each person. The human observer is distracted by the details of life and individual distinctions that obscure this Will; only by penetrating this “principium individuationis” (which is enslaved by the cause-and-effect tyranny of the Principle of Sufficient Reason) can the observer perceive the essential Thing-In-Itself. Art has the power to make us see the Thing-In-Itself, the Platonic Idea freed from the individual particular manifestation of it, thus enabling us to transcend the individual Will and perceive something of true Reality. Perceiving the common Will in all humanity, we are able to come closer to an ego-less love based on that shared essence. Schopenhauer squarely faces the fact that existence is fundamentally suffering, but it would be simplistic to label him (as is so often done) as nothing but a pessimist. His affirmation of Art and Love is a transforming principle, having a powerful influence on writers such as Tolstoy. In the end, he chooses the Way of Negation as the path toward peace; by denying our Will, by silencing the many outbreaks of Will in our lives, we can approach the ultimate peace of annihilation that is the theme of the great Vedic philosophy of India, to which Schopenhauer admits his profound debt. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-as-will-and-idea-vol-3-of-3-by-arthur-schopenhauer/ |
work schopenhauer explains fundamental idea root reality see around us eternally insatiably seeks satisfied human subject observes objects around perspective fundamental working within person human observer distracted details life individual distinctions obscure will penetrating principium individuationis which enslaved cause and effect tyranny principle sufficient reason observer perceive essential thing in itself art power make us see thing in itself platonic idea freed individual particular manifestation it thus enabling us transcend individual perceive something true reality perceiving common humanity able come closer ego less love based shared essence schopenhauer squarely faces fact existence fundamentally suffering would simplistic label as often done nothing pessimist affirmation art love transforming principle powerful influence writers tolstoy end chooses way negation path toward peace denying will silencing many outbreaks lives approach ultimate peace annihilation theme great vedic philosophy india schopenhauer admits profound debt summary expatriate p |
| 9533 |
9472 |
10107 |
Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale For Tired Men |
Max Beerbohm |
Humorous Fiction |
Sir Henry Maximilian "Max" Beerbohm was an English essayist, parodist, and caricaturist. <i>The Happy Hypocrite: A Fairy Tale for Tired Men</i> is a short story with moral implications. Beerbohm's tale is a lighter, more humorous version of Oscar Wilde's classic tale of moral degeneration, <i>The Picture of Dorian Gray</i>. <i>The Happy Hypocrite</i> tells the story of a man who deceives a woman with a mask in order to marry her. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-hypocrite-a-fairy-tale-for-tired-men-by-max-beerbohm/ |
sir henry maximilian max beerbohm english essayist parodist caricaturist i the happy hypocrite fairy tale tired men i short story moral implications beerbohm s tale lighter humorous version oscar wilde s classic tale moral degeneration i the picture dorian gray i i the happy hypocrite i tells story man deceives woman mask order marry her summary wikipedia p |
| 9534 |
9473 |
10108 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. V, No 2 February 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer<br><br><i>"England holds the honor of having first formed societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals and of having first legislated for its punishment." -anon</i><br><br> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-v-no-2-february-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer br br i england holds honor first formed societies prevention cruelty animals first legislated punishment anon i br br |
| 9535 |
9474 |
10109 |
Tangled Trails |
William MacLeod Raine |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
The aptly titled "Tangled Trails, A Western Detective Story" takes the listener through a web of curious incidents revolving around the murder of a prominent man in Denver. Kirby Lane was quite obviously the guilty party in the murder of his uncle. Lane, among others, had had a falling out with his uncle, the victim James Cunningham. But there were some who believed his nephew to be innocent of the hideous crime. Lane feared the guilty party to be a female bronco rider whom he had befriended, as her presence at the scene of the crime was quite evident, albeit only to him. There were others also who appeared to be implicated in the murder for various reasons, thus leading to a veritable tangling of clues and suspects. Was there a detective capable enough to untangle this web? ( Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/tangled-trails-by-william-macleod-raine/ |
aptly titled tangled trails western detective story takes listener web curious incidents revolving around murder prominent man denver kirby lane quite obviously guilty party murder uncle lane among others falling uncle victim james cunningham believed nephew innocent hideous crime lane feared guilty party female bronco rider befriended presence scene crime quite evident albeit him others also appeared implicated murder various reasons thus leading veritable tangling clues suspects detective capable enough untangle web roger melin p |
| 9536 |
9475 |
10110 |
Little Masterpieces of Autobiography: Actors |
George Iles |
Biography & Autobiography |
The playwright gives a play its plot, characters, dialog and form, but its sense of living reality is conveyed by the art of the actor. This fascinating collection of perspectives on acting is taken from biographies and autobiographies of American, British and Italian actors of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\n<br><br>\nJohn Wilkes Booth, an actor and the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln, is recalled by his brother, the great actor Edwin Booth, and by acclaimed actress Clara Morris. -- Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-masterpieces-of-autobiography-actors-by-george-iles/ |
playwright gives play plot characters dialog form sense living reality conveyed art actor fascinating collection perspectives acting taken biographies autobiographies american british italian actors late 19th early 20th centuries br br john wilkes booth actor assassin president abraham lincoln recalled brother great actor edwin booth acclaimed actress clara morris lee smalley p |
| 9537 |
9477 |
10112 |
Prince and the Pauper (version 2) |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure |
One day a poor boy, Tom, gets a little too near the gates of the palace. and the guards start to beat him. However the prince himself intervenes and invites Tom into the palace. They talk about their differences in life and how very similar they both are to one another in appearance. They decide to trade clothes for a few minutes to see what it is like. Still in Tom's clothes, the Prince, Edward, leaves the room for a few minutes, and the guards mistake him for the pauper, throwing him out of the palace!</p>\n\nTom decides to try and act like the prince, not knowing what has happened to him. Everyone thinks the prince is ill, causing him to forget things, while the real prince struggles to survive in the streets of his own kingdom. This story is about all the adventures both have in the process. --Summary by Fiddlesticks</p> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-prince-and-the-pauper-2-by-mark-twain/ |
one day poor boy tom gets little near gates palace guards start beat him however prince intervenes invites tom palace talk differences life similar one another appearance decide trade clothes minutes see like still tom s clothes prince edward leaves room minutes guards mistake pauper throwing palace p tom decides try act like prince knowing happened him everyone thinks prince ill causing forget things real prince struggles survive streets kingdom story adventures process summary fiddlesticks p |
| 9538 |
9478 |
10113 |
Silver Box |
John Galsworthy |
Plays, Comedy |
This is a lovely comedy about the theft of a prostitute's purse by a rich 'young man of good family. It is placed beside the theft of a silver cigarette case from the rich man's father's house by 'a poor devil', with very different repercussions. - Summary by Michele Eaton \n<br>\n<br>\n\nEditor and Narrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nJohn Barthwick; Livens:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7084 "> Steve Gough </a><br>\nMrs Barthwick: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nJack Barthwick:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 8808 "> davidpr </a><br>\nRoper:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9647 "> Joseph Tabler </a><br>\nMrs Jones:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nMarlow:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10528 "> K. Adrian Stroet </a><br>\nWheeler: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nJones: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nMrs Seddon: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3816 "> Bev J Stevens </a><br>\nSnow: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nA Police Magistrate: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nAn Unknown Lady: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nA Relieving Officer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6065 "> David Olson </a><br>\nSwearing Clerk: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9001 "> Mary Kay </a><br>\nAn Usher:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10459 "> Dillon McFarlane </a><br>\nBald Constable:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10542 "> David Purdy </a><br>\nClerk: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10357 "> MikeyHaz</a></p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-box-by-john-galsworthy/ |
lovely comedy theft prostitute s purse rich young man good family placed beside theft silver cigarette case rich man s father s house a poor devil different repercussions summary michele eaton br br editor narrator a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br john barthwick livens a href https librivox org reader 7084 steve gough a br mrs barthwick a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br jack barthwick a href https librivox org reader 8808 davidpr a br roper a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br mrs jones a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br marlow a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br wheeler a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br jones a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br mrs seddon a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br snow a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br police magistrate a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br unknown lady a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br relieving officer a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br swearing clerk a href https librivox org reader 9001 mary kay a br usher a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br bald constable a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br clerk a href https librivox org reader 10357 mikeyhaz a p |
| 9539 |
9479 |
10114 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VI, No 3, October 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vi-october-1899/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 9540 |
9480 |
10115 |
That House I Bought; A Little Leaf From Life |
Henry Edward Warner |
Humorous Fiction |
This is a whimsical, entertaining, tongue in cheek narrative of the author’s purchase of a house, circa 1911. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/that-house-i-bought-a-little-leaf-from-life-by-henry-edward-warner/ |
whimsical entertaining tongue cheek narrative author s purchase house circa 1911 summary david wales p |
| 9541 |
9481 |
10116 |
Stories of Successful Marriages |
Walter Besant |
Family Life |
A collection of short stories by celebrated authors on the subject of successful marriages. Pieces originally appeared in other publications between 1858 and 1900 and were brought together by Walter Besant. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-successful-marriages-by-walter-besant/ |
collection short stories celebrated authors subject successful marriages pieces originally appeared publications 1858 1900 brought together walter besant summary lynne thompson p |
| 9542 |
9482 |
10117 |
Citadel of Fear |
Francis Stevens |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Gertrude Barrows Bennett was the first major female writer of fantasy and science fiction in the United States, publishing her stories under the pseudonym Francis Stevens. Bennett wrote a number of highly acclaimed fantasies between 1917 and 1923 and has been called "the woman who invented dark fantasy". Citadel of Fear is considered Francis Stevens' masterpiece, by Lovecraft's acclaim. Two adventurers discover a lost city in the Mexican jungle. One is taken over by an evil god while the other falls in love with a woman from the ancient Mexican city of Tlapallan. Citadel of Fear was first published as a serial in Argosy Magazine in 1918-1919. It was eventually republished as a novel in 1970. It is now considered a "lost classic". (Summary by Wikipedia and Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/citadel-of-fear-by-gertrude-barrows-bennett/ |
gertrude barrows bennett first major female writer fantasy science fiction united states publishing stories pseudonym francis stevens bennett wrote number highly acclaimed fantasies 1917 1923 called the woman invented dark fantasy citadel fear considered francis stevens masterpiece lovecraft s acclaim two adventurers discover lost city mexican jungle one taken evil god falls love woman ancient mexican city tlapallan citadel fear first published serial argosy magazine 1918 1919 eventually republished novel 1970 considered lost classic summary wikipedia mark nelson p |
| 9543 |
9483 |
10118 |
Short Poetry Collection 159 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 30 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-159-by-various/ |
collection 30 poems read librivox volunteers august 2016 |
| 9544 |
9512 |
10147 |
On A Shadow In A Glass |
Jonathan Swift |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jonathan Swift was an Anglo-Irish satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer (first for the Whigs, then for the Tories), poet and cleric who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin.</p>\n\nSwift is remembered for works such as Gulliver's Travels, A Modest Proposal, and others. He is regarded by the Encyclopædia Britannica as the foremost prose satirist in the English language, and is less well known for his poetry. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/on-a-shadow-in-a-glass-by-jonathan-swift/ |
jonathan swift anglo irish satirist essayist political pamphleteer first whigs tories poet cleric became dean st patrick s cathedral dublin p swift remembered works gulliver s travels modest proposal others regarded encyclopædia britannica foremost prose satirist english language less well known poetry summary wikipedia p |
| 9545 |
9484 |
10119 |
Reise um die Erde in 80 Tagen |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction |
Phileas Fogg ist ein angesehener Gentleman der Londoner Gesellschaft und ehrenwertes Mitglied des Reform Clubs. Sein Leben und sein Tagesablauf gleichen einem Uhrwerk; auf die Minute genau tut er täglich stets ein und dasselbe - bis ihn eine Wette veranlasst, auf eine Weltreise zu gehen. Sein treuer Diener Passpartout steht ihm zur Seite, jedoch die Zeit und ein gewisser Detektiv Fix sitzen ihm im Nacken. Wird er seine Wette gewinnen? - Zusammenfassung von Eva K.</p> |
German |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/reise-um-die-erde-in-80-tagen-by-jules-verne/ |
phileas fogg ist ein angesehener gentleman der londoner gesellschaft und ehrenwertes mitglied des reform clubs sein leben und sein tagesablauf gleichen einem uhrwerk auf die minute genau tut er täglich stets ein und dasselbe bis ihn eine wette veranlasst auf eine weltreise zu gehen sein treuer diener passpartout steht ihm zur seite jedoch die zeit und ein gewisser detektiv fix sitzen ihm im nacken wird er seine wette gewinnen zusammenfassung von eva k p |
| 9546 |
9485 |
10120 |
Diana of the Crossways |
George Meredith |
Family Life, Romance |
Inspired by the real life story of Caroline Norton, a friend of the author's, this book tells about a lively woman who is trapped in a miserable marriage. Yet Diana is not one to give up in her quest for love, happiness and fulfillment. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/diana-of-the-crossways-by-george-meredith/ |
inspired real life story caroline norton friend author s book tells lively woman trapped miserable marriage yet diana one give quest love happiness fulfillment summary stav nisser |
| 9547 |
9486 |
10121 |
Life Of Abraham Lincoln |
Ward Hill Lamon |
Biography & Autobiography |
Ward Hill Lamon's work is a study of the life of the 16th President of the United States of America from his childhood to the day of his first inauguration. Lamon, who worked with Lincoln during his administration, and who had access to the papers of Lincoln's law partner and biographer William Herndon, paints a vivid portrait of the years that lead to what many considered to be an unlikely yet successful run for the presidency. From his time fighting in the west as both an officer and a private soldier, through his Congressional years, private law practice and failed attempts to win a seat in the United States Senate, Lincoln is presented as the human being he was, nothing more and nothing less. This fascinating man, who arguably could be considered the best president the United States has ever known, was a complex and intensely private and conflicted individual who nonetheless sought and found his calling in public service. Lamon skillfully weaves Lincoln's speeches and letters, often in full, throughout his narrative so that the reader hears much of the story in Lincoln's own words. Rich in detail, one comes away with a fuller understanding of who Lincoln was and what formed his political and religious beliefs. With so much already known about Lincoln, Lamon's work supplements known history with private details that only Herndon and Lamon and those closest to Lincoln could provide. (Summary by Greg Giordano)</p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-abraham-lincoln-by-ward-hill-lamon/ |
ward hill lamon s work study life 16th president united states america childhood day first inauguration lamon worked lincoln administration access papers lincoln s law partner biographer william herndon paints vivid portrait years lead many considered unlikely yet successful run presidency time fighting west officer private soldier congressional years private law practice failed attempts win seat united states senate lincoln presented human was nothing nothing less fascinating man arguably could considered best president united states ever known complex intensely private conflicted individual nonetheless sought found calling public service lamon skillfully weaves lincoln s speeches letters often full throughout narrative reader hears much story lincoln s words rich detail one comes away fuller understanding lincoln formed political religious beliefs much already known lincoln lamon s work supplements known history private details herndon lamon closest lincoln could provide summary greg giordano p |
| 9548 |
9487 |
10122 |
Kashmiri Song |
Laurence Hope |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Adela Florence Nicolson (née Cory) was an English poet who wrote under the pseudonym Laurence Hope. Her father was employed in the British army at Lahore and she left for India in 1881 to join her father.</p>\nIn 1901, she published Garden of Kama, which was published a year later in America under the title India's Love Lyrics. She attempted to pass these off as translations of various poets, but this claim soon fell under suspicion. Her poems often used imagery and symbols from the poets of the North-West Frontier of India and the Sufi poets of Persia. She was among the most popular romantic poets of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Her poems are typically about unrequited love and loss and often, the death that followed such an unhappy state of affairs. Many of them have an air of autobiography or confession. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/kashmiri-song-by-laurence-hope/ |
adela florence nicolson née cory english poet wrote pseudonym laurence hope father employed british army lahore left india 1881 join father p 1901 published garden kama published year later america title india s love lyrics attempted pass translations various poets claim soon fell suspicion poems often used imagery symbols poets north west frontier india sufi poets persia among popular romantic poets victorian edwardian eras poems typically unrequited love loss often death followed unhappy state affairs many air autobiography confession summary wikipedia p |
| 9549 |
9488 |
10123 |
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Music |
Mozart’s earthly career was so poignantly short yet so filled with incalculable achievement that the author of this booklet finds himself confronted with an impossible task. He has, consequently, preferred to outline as best he could in the space at his disposal a few successive details of a life that was amazingly crowded with incident, early triumphs, and subsequent crushing tragedies, rather than to consider (let alone evaluate) the staggering creative abundances the master bequeathed mankind. - Summary by Author's Preface</p> |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/wolfgang-amadeus-mozart-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
mozart s earthly career poignantly short yet filled incalculable achievement author booklet finds confronted impossible task has consequently preferred outline best could space disposal successive details life amazingly crowded incident early triumphs subsequent crushing tragedies rather consider let alone evaluate staggering creative abundances master bequeathed mankind summary author s preface p |
| 9550 |
9489 |
10124 |
Acres of Diamonds (Version 2) |
Russell Conwell |
*Non-fiction, Self-Help |
One of the most requested motivational lectures of all time. "I say that you ought to get rich, and it is your duty to get rich ... The men who get rich may be the most honest men you find in the community. Let me say here clearly ... ninety-eight out of one hundred of the rich men of America are honest. That is why they are rich. That is why they are trusted with money. That is why they carry on great enterprises and find plenty of people to work with them. It is because they are honest men. ." The central idea of the work is that one need not look elsewhere for opportunity, achievement, or fortune—the resources to achieve all good things are present in one's own community; look in your own backyard for those acres of diamonds. This theme is developed by an introductory anecdote, credited by Conwell to an Arab guide, about a man who wanted to find diamonds so badly that he sold his property and went off in futile search for them. The new owner of his home discovered that a rich diamond mine was located right there on the property. Conwell elaborates on the theme through examples of success, genius, service, or other virtues involving ordinary Americans contemporary to his audience: "dig in your own backyard!". - Summary by the author</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/acres-of-diamonds-version-2-by-russell-conwell/ |
one requested motivational lectures time i say ought get rich duty get rich men get rich may honest men find community let say clearly ninety eight one hundred rich men america honest rich trusted money carry great enterprises find plenty people work them honest men central idea work one need look elsewhere opportunity achievement fortune the resources achieve good things present one s community look backyard acres diamonds theme developed introductory anecdote credited conwell arab guide man wanted find diamonds badly sold property went futile search them new owner home discovered rich diamond mine located right property conwell elaborates theme examples success genius service virtues involving ordinary americans contemporary audience dig backyard summary author p |
| 9551 |
9490 |
10125 |
Door of the Unreal |
Gerald Biss |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An early werewolf novel, praised by H.P Lovecraft. The only weird fiction from an author of mainly crime fiction. Two strange disappearances occur on a road in Sussex. The second involved a member of the aristocracy and a famous actress, so a large, but fruitless investigation is held by Scotland Yard. An American, visiting an old friend, who is of the local gentry, suspects something horrible and begins to investigate to verify his fears.. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-door-of-the-unreal-by-gerald-biss/ |
early werewolf novel praised h p lovecraft weird fiction author mainly crime fiction two strange disappearances occur road sussex second involved member aristocracy famous actress large fruitless investigation held scotland yard american visiting old friend local gentry suspects something horrible begins investigate verify fears summary alan winterrowd p |
| 9552 |
9491 |
10126 |
Christ Legends |
Selma Lagerlöf |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Religion |
These are beautiful little stories about Christmas from the Swedish storyteller Selma Lagerlöf. As she explains in the first story, they were told her by her grandmother "I remember that grandmother told story after story from morning till night, and that we children sat beside her, quite still, and listened. It was a glorious life! No other children had such happy times as we did. It isn’t much that I recollect about my grandmother. I remember that she had very beautiful snow-white hair, and stooped when she walked, and that she always sat and knitted a stocking. And I even remember that when she had finished a story, she used to lay her hand on my head and say: “All this is as true, as true as that I see you and you see me.” - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/christ-legends-by-selma-lagerloef/ |
beautiful little stories christmas swedish storyteller selma lagerlöf explains first story told grandmother i remember grandmother told story story morning till night children sat beside her quite still listened glorious life children happy times did isn t much recollect grandmother remember beautiful snow white hair stooped walked always sat knitted stocking even remember finished story used lay hand head say all true true see see me summary phil chenevert |
| 9553 |
9492 |
10127 |
Chicot the Jester |
Alexandre Dumas |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Romance |
This sequel to Dumas' “Marguerite de Valois” begins four years after the sudden death of King Charles IX and succession of his brother Henry III. The reign of King Henry III was plagued with rebellion and political intrigue due to the War of the Three Henries, where his regency was challenged by King Henry of Navarre (leader of the Huguenots) and Henry I, Duke of Guise (leader of the Catholic League). Dumas weaves two main storylines through this turbulent backdrop: one of the love ignited between le Comte de Bussy and la Dame de Monsoreau, and another of the friendship between King Henry III and his truly unique jester, Chicot (Jean-Antoine d'Anglerais). - Summary by jvanstan</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/chicot-the-jester-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
sequel dumas marguerite de valois begins four years sudden death king charles ix succession brother henry iii reign king henry iii plagued rebellion political intrigue due war three henries regency challenged king henry navarre leader huguenots henry i duke guise leader catholic league dumas weaves two main storylines turbulent backdrop one love ignited le comte de bussy la dame de monsoreau another friendship king henry iii truly unique jester chicot jean antoine d anglerais summary jvanstan p |
| 9554 |
9493 |
10128 |
Curly and Floppy Twistytail (The Funny Piggie Boys) |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
The adventures of two little pig boys and their mom and dad. "Once upon a time, not so very many years ago, in the days when there were fairies and giants and all things like that, there lived in a little house, on the edge of a wood, a family of pigs. Now these pigs weren't like the pigs, which perhaps you children have seen on most farms. No, indeed! They were just the nicest cleanest, sweetest pigs you ever dreamed of—not that pigs on a farm can't be clean, if they want to, but, somehow or other, no one seems to have time to see that they are clean." - Summary by Phil chenevert and the author</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/curly-and-floppy-twistytail-the-funny-piggie-boys-by-howard-r-garis/ |
adventures two little pig boys mom dad once upon time many years ago days fairies giants things like that lived little house edge wood family pigs pigs like pigs perhaps children seen farms no indeed nicest cleanest sweetest pigs ever dreamed of not pigs farm can t clean want to but somehow other one seems time see clean summary phil chenevert author p |
| 9555 |
9494 |
10129 |
Walpole |
John Morley |
Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
Robert Walpole, 1st Duke of Orford (1676-1745), is generally regarded as the first prime minister of Great Britain. This is a short biography of this important and controversial statesman by the British historian and anti-imperialist, John Morley (1838-1923). Summary by Pamela Nagami.</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/walpole-by-john-morley/ |
robert walpole 1st duke orford 1676 1745 generally regarded first prime minister great britain short biography important controversial statesman british historian anti imperialist john morley 1838 1923 summary pamela nagami p |
| 9556 |
9495 |
10130 |
Sir Gibbie |
George MacDonald |
Historical |
These are the adventures of Sir Gibbie through the Scotland moors. Not being able to read or speak, Gibbie survives on the streets without a mother and having an alcoholic father. Yet, he wins the hearts of his neighbors and helps others. Children and adults learn through Sir Gibbie self-sacrifice, honesty, and purity. (Summary by Maggie Travers) |
English |
2000 |
https://librivox.org/sir-gibbie-by-george-macdonald/ |
adventures sir gibbie scotland moors able read speak gibbie survives streets without mother alcoholic father yet wins hearts neighbors helps others children adults learn sir gibbie self sacrifice honesty purity summary maggie travers |
| 9557 |
9496 |
10131 |
Land of the Broads |
Ernest Richard Suffling |
Travel & Geography |
The Broads area of Norfolk and Suffolk is in the East Anglian region of England. It is the location of Britain's third largest inland waterway system and largest protected wetland area. Many examples of rare flora and fauna are found only in this unique location which has also been designated as a national park.<br>This book: The Land of the Broads, is a practical guide to the extensive but (at one time), little-known district of the Broads of Norfolk and Suffolk.<br>Written (and now narrated) for the use of all who take an interest in one of the Quaintest and most Old-World parts of England, either from an Archaeological, Historical, Picturesque, or Sporting point of view.<br>So, join me if you will, on another auditory cruise around these unique waterways through expansive landscapes under wide open skies. - Summary by The Land of the Broads / TND</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-land-of-the-broads-by-ernest-richard-suffling/ |
broads area norfolk suffolk east anglian region england location britain s third largest inland waterway system largest protected wetland area many examples rare flora fauna found unique location also designated national park br this book land broads practical guide extensive at one time little known district broads norfolk suffolk br written and narrated use take interest one quaintest old world parts england either archaeological historical picturesque sporting point view br so join will another auditory cruise around unique waterways expansive landscapes wide open skies summary land broads tnd p |
| 9558 |
9497 |
10132 |
Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life (Version 2) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<br />"Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life" was Mrs Gaskell's first full-length novel. It was published anonymously in that tumultuous year of political change, 1848 - only a few months after the Communist Manifesto co-authored by her fellow Manchester-resident, Friedrich Engels. Engels's experience as agent in his father's cotton-spinning factory motivated him to write "The Condition of the Working Class in England", a classic account of the sufferings of the poor under the factory-system.\n<br /><br />\nElizabeth Gaskell's own personal contact with the plight of the poor cotton workers of Lancashire also compelled her to a compassionate examination of their lives; but as a middle-class woman, married to a Unitarian minister, her approach to her subject took on a more emotionally complex significance; influenced by religious faith but also by more personal considerations.\n<br /><br />\nIn the brief preface to the novel, Mrs Gaskell hints at her initial impulse. The loss of a beloved child in infancy led her to seek a therapeutic outlet, but one which left her uncertain of her capacity to contextualize her public, writerly response to the tragedies occurring in the surrounding society of Manchester's poorest classes: "I know nothing of Political Economy, or the theories of trade..." She was, however, determined to portray, in novelistic form, the intimate connection between the private experience of her characters and the social forces of her time. The success of the novel led her to proclaim her authorship and move on to further works of fiction, which have secured her in our times a mounting reputation as one of the leading novelists of the mid-Victorian period.\n<br /><br />\nCertainly the novel features numerous death-scenes, all conveyed with a depth of sympathy that contrasts with the queasy iambics with which Dickens orchestrated the notorious demise of Little Nell. Mrs Gaskell was not, like Dickens, a London-based novelist observing the sufferings of the provincial poor with a journalistic detachment - as evidenced in his own admirable, Lancashire-based novel "Hard Times". Gaskell lived among the people whose attenuated lives she chronicled - and however hesitantly, as a début novelist, she rendered their experience in literary terms, her writing presents us with a true insight into the sufferings of individuals at a point in history when the mass of human beings fell casualty to the forms of economic progress following upon the Industrial Revolution. Most impressively she called into question the political and social cost of creating a resentful proletariat despairing of survival in (to quote Karl Marx) a "heartless world".\n<br /><br />\nOur reader Tony Foster is a resident of Manchester and a near-neighbour of Mrs Gaskell (allowing for their separation in time). His superb narration renders the native speech of her characters with an authenticity which ideally conveys the spirit of this book. A truly moving experience awaits everyone who gives ear to this 'Tale of Manchester Life'. (Summary by Martin Geeson)<br /><br /> |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/mary-barton-a-tale-of-manchester-life-version-2-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
br mary barton tale manchester life mrs gaskell s first full length novel published anonymously tumultuous year political change 1848 months communist manifesto co authored fellow manchester resident friedrich engels engels s experience agent father s cotton spinning factory motivated write the condition working class england classic account sufferings poor factory system br br elizabeth gaskell s personal contact plight poor cotton workers lancashire also compelled compassionate examination lives middle class woman married unitarian minister approach subject took emotionally complex significance influenced religious faith also personal considerations br br brief preface novel mrs gaskell hints initial impulse loss beloved child infancy led seek therapeutic outlet one left uncertain capacity contextualize public writerly response tragedies occurring surrounding society manchester s poorest classes i know nothing political economy theories trade was however determined portray novelistic form intimate connection private experience characters social forces time success novel led proclaim authorship move works fiction secured times mounting reputation one leading novelists mid victorian period br br certainly novel features numerous death scenes conveyed depth sympathy contrasts queasy iambics dickens orchestrated notorious demise little nell mrs gaskell not like dickens london based novelist observing sufferings provincial poor journalistic detachment evidenced admirable lancashire based novel hard times gaskell lived among people whose attenuated lives chronicled however hesitantly début novelist rendered experience literary terms writing presents us true insight sufferings individuals point history mass human beings fell casualty forms economic progress following upon industrial revolution impressively called question political social cost creating resentful proletariat despairing survival to quote karl marx heartless world br br reader tony foster resident manchester near neighbour mrs gaskell allowing separation time superb narration renders native speech characters authenticity ideally conveys spirit book truly moving experience awaits everyone gives ear tale manchester life summary martin geeson br br |
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9534 |
10169 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 022 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 022: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-022-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 022 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members p |
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9498 |
10133 |
Philosophical Rudiments Concerning Government and Society |
Thomas Hobbes |
Political Science, Early Modern |
De Cive ("On the citizen") is one of Thomas Hobbes's major works. "The book was published originally in Latin from Paris in 1642, followed by two further Latin editions in 1647 from Amsterdam. The English translation of the work made its first appearance four years later (London 1651) under the title 'Philosophicall rudiments concerning government and society'." <br><br>\nIt anticipates themes of the better-known Leviathan. The famous phrase bellum omnium contra omnes ("war of all against all") appeared first in De Cive. - Summary by Wikipedia<br><br>\nDPLs for this project were <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10086?">phaedo</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6983">craigdav1</a></p> |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/philosophical-rudiments-government-society-by-thomas-hobbes/ |
de cive on citizen one thomas hobbes s major works the book published originally latin paris 1642 followed two latin editions 1647 amsterdam english translation work made first appearance four years later london 1651 title philosophicall rudiments concerning government society br br anticipates themes better known leviathan famous phrase bellum omnium contra omnes war all appeared first de cive summary wikipedia br br dpls project a href https librivox org reader 10086 phaedo a a href https librivox org reader 6983 craigdav1 a p |
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9499 |
10134 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 062 |
Various |
Short Stories |
LibriVox readers bring you 20 short works of fiction in the public domain. This collection includes stories by a variety of authors, including George Gissing, Algernon Blackwood, Robert Louis Stevenson, Rudyard Kipling and Anton Chekhov. (Summary by Ruth Golding)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-062/ |
librivox readers bring 20 short works fiction public domain collection includes stories variety authors including george gissing algernon blackwood robert louis stevenson rudyard kipling anton chekhov summary ruth golding p |
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9500 |
10135 |
Thing in the Attic (version 2) |
James B. Blish |
Science Fiction |
"Honath and his fellow arch-doubters did not believe in the Giants, and for this they were cast into Hell. And when survival depended upon unwavering faith in their beliefs, they saw that there were Giants, after all...." The Thing in the Attic is a Science Fiction story by James Blish with a well developed story line and great characters that you find yourself pulling for as they struggle to understand and survive in 'hell'. Do they have tails? yes they do. Do they live in the treetops? you bet they do. Are they 'people'? Well, I will let you decide that. The strange beings and environment that you expect from Blish are all here and they challenge you to adapt your thinking to keep up with the action. And of course there is an ending that is definitely not expected. Listen and enjoy this story of a strange world far in the future of the human race. - Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/the-thing-in-the-attic-version-2-by-james-b-blish/ |
honath fellow arch doubters believe giants cast hell survival depended upon unwavering faith beliefs saw giants all thing attic science fiction story james blish well developed story line great characters find pulling struggle understand survive hell tails yes do live treetops bet do people well let decide that strange beings environment expect blish challenge adapt thinking keep action course ending definitely expected listen enjoy story strange world far future human race summary phil chenevert p |
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9501 |
10136 |
Werwolves |
Elliott O'Donnell |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Written in 1912 by a famous ghost hunter who was also an occult fantasy writer, this interesting book collects together folktales and traditions from across Europe, starting in the British Isles, through Spain, France, Belgium and Norway to Russia. The "scientific" accounts (including "How to Become a Werewolf") are embellished by anecdotes of the author's personal experiences with werewolves, ghosts and vampires.<br><br>From Chapter 1: It is an old belief that the souls of cataleptic and epileptic people, during the body's unconsciousness, adjourned temporarily to animals, and it is therefore only in keeping with such a view to suggest that on the deaths of such people their spirits take permanently the form of animals. (Summary by Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/werwolves-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
written 1912 famous ghost hunter also occult fantasy writer interesting book collects together folktales traditions across europe starting british isles spain france belgium norway russia scientific accounts including how become werewolf embellished anecdotes author s personal experiences werewolves ghosts vampires br br from chapter 1 old belief souls cataleptic epileptic people body s unconsciousness adjourned temporarily animals therefore keeping view suggest deaths people spirits take permanently form animals summary beth thomas p |
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9502 |
10137 |
War and Peace Vol. 2 (Dole Translation) |
Leo Tolstoy |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
I am inclined to rank Count Tolstoy not among the realists or naturalists, but rather as an impressionist. He is often careless about accuracy. Numberless incongruities can be pointed out. He is as willing to adopt an anachronism as a medieval painter. I would defy an historian to reconstruct the battle of Austerlitz from Count Tolstoy's description. And yet what a picture of a battle was ever more vivid! It is like a painting where the general impression is true, but a close analysis discovers nothing but contradictory lines!<br><br>What a succession -- a kaleidoscopic succession of life-views, he gives in "War and Peace!" One follows the other without confusion, naturally, with entrancing interest. "The court and camp, town and country, nobles and peasants, -- all are sketched in with the same broad and sure outline. We pass at a leap from a <i>soiree</i> to a battle-field, from a mud hovel to a palace, from an idyl to a saturnalia. As we summon our recollections of the prodigal outpouring of a careless genius, a troop of characters as lifelike as any in Scott or in Shakespeare, defile before our mental eye. Tolstoy finds endless opportunities of inculcating his favorite themes: -- the mastery of circumstance over will and desire, the weakness of man in the front of things, and the necessity for resignation." (from the Preface by N.H. Dole)<br><br><a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-1-1805-1806-by-leo-tolstoy/">Volume 1</a><br><a href="http://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-2-by-leo-tolstoy/">Volume 2</a><br>Volume 3<i> (to be recorded)</i><br>Volume 4<i> (to be recorded)</i><br><br> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-peace-vol-2-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
inclined rank count tolstoy among realists naturalists rather impressionist often careless accuracy numberless incongruities pointed out willing adopt anachronism medieval painter would defy historian reconstruct battle austerlitz count tolstoy s description yet picture battle ever vivid like painting general impression true close analysis discovers nothing contradictory lines br br what succession kaleidoscopic succession life views gives war peace one follows without confusion naturally entrancing interest the court camp town country nobles peasants sketched broad sure outline pass leap i soiree i battle field mud hovel palace idyl saturnalia summon recollections prodigal outpouring careless genius troop characters lifelike scott shakespeare defile mental eye tolstoy finds endless opportunities inculcating favorite themes mastery circumstance desire weakness man front things necessity resignation from preface n h dole br br a href http librivox org war and peace vol 1 1805 1806 by leo tolstoy volume 1 a br a href http librivox org war and peace vol 2 by leo tolstoy volume 2 a br volume 3 i to recorded i br volume 4 i to recorded i br br |
| 9565 |
9503 |
10138 |
Sherman's March To The Sea, And The Burning Of Columbia, South Carolina, From His Memoirs |
William Tecumseh Sherman |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
This librivox recording comprises part of chapter 22 and all of chapter 23 (The March To The Sea – From Atlanta To Savannah – November And December 1864) of American Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman’s Memoirs. Sherman was one of the premier generals fighting for the North. In 1864, Sherman succeeded Grant as the Union commander in the western theater of the war. He proceeded to lead his troops to the capture of the city of Atlanta, a military success that contributed to the re-election of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln. Sherman's subsequent march through Georgia and the Carolinas further undermined the Confederacy's ability to continue fighting. He accepted the surrender of all the Confederate armies in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida in April 1865. Sherman’s scorched earth policy marching his army through Georgia from conquered Atlanta to coastal Savannah was a strong factor in breaking the South’s will to fight. The South’s surrender came just five months later. He steadfastly refused to be drawn into politics and in 1875 published his Memoirs, one of the best-known first-hand accounts of the American Civil War. British military historian B. H. Liddell Hart famously declared that Sherman was "the first modern general" ( Wikipedia and david wales)</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/shermans-march-to-the-sea-and-the-burning-of-columbia-south-carolina-from-his-memoirs-by-william-tecumseh-sherman/ |
librivox recording comprises part chapter 22 chapter 23 the march sea atlanta savannah november december 1864 american civil war general william tecumseh sherman s memoirs sherman one premier generals fighting north 1864 sherman succeeded grant union commander western theater war proceeded lead troops capture city atlanta military success contributed re election u s president abraham lincoln sherman s subsequent march georgia carolinas undermined confederacy s ability continue fighting accepted surrender confederate armies carolinas georgia florida april 1865 sherman s scorched earth policy marching army georgia conquered atlanta coastal savannah strong factor breaking south s fight south s surrender came five months later steadfastly refused drawn politics 1875 published memoirs one best known first hand accounts american civil war british military historian b h liddell hart famously declared sherman the first modern general wikipedia david wales p |
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9504 |
10139 |
Isla del Tesoro |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<i>La Isla del Tesoro</i> es una narración llana, un romance fácil, un cuento sabroso con un niño por héroe, y que, á pesar de sus peripecias dramáticas y conmovedoras, conserva en todo el discurso del libro una pureza y una sencillez tales que no habrá hogar, por mucha severidad que impere en él, del cual pueda desterrársele con razón.<br /><br />\nStevenson se propuso, además, describir con esa difícil facilidad que parece ser un secreto suyo, esas escenas y aventuras marinas en que el lector percibe, desprendiéndose de la sencilla narración, ya el olor acre de las brisas de la playa, ya el rumor de la pleamar deshaciéndose contra las rocas, ya el eco monótono de los cantos de marineros y grumetes empeñados en la maniobra.<br /><br />\nLa fábula es sencilla pero perfectamente verosímil; con sólo que se recuerden los horrores que realizaron en los mares que dividen el Antiguo del Nuevo Continente aquellas hordas de piratas ingleses que tantas veces abordaron las naos de Nueva España y del Perú, se comprende la posibilidad de ese feroz Capitán Flint que, tras de adquirir un tesoro por la rapiña y la audacia, lo esconde en el corazón de una isla desierta para excitar con él, á su muerte, la avaricia y la sed de oro de sus mismos cómplices. - Summary by Manuel Caballero (Traductor)</p> |
Spanish |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/la-isla-del-tesoro-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
i la isla del tesoro i es una narración llana un romance fácil un cuento sabroso con un niño por héroe que á pesar de sus peripecias dramáticas conmovedoras conserva en todo el discurso del libro una pureza una sencillez tales que habrá hogar por mucha severidad que impere en él del cual pueda desterrársele con razón br br stevenson se propuso además describir con esa difícil facilidad que parece ser un secreto suyo esas escenas aventuras marinas en que el lector percibe desprendiéndose de la sencilla narración ya el olor acre de las brisas de la playa ya el rumor de la pleamar deshaciéndose contra las rocas ya el eco monótono de los cantos de marineros grumetes empeñados en la maniobra br br la fábula es sencilla pero perfectamente verosímil con sólo que se recuerden los horrores que realizaron en los mares que dividen el antiguo del nuevo continente aquellas hordas de piratas ingleses que tantas veces abordaron las naos de nueva españa del perú se comprende la posibilidad de ese feroz capitán flint que tras de adquirir un tesoro por la rapiña la audacia lo esconde en el corazón de una isla desierta para excitar con él á su muerte la avaricia la sed de oro de sus mismos cómplices summary manuel caballero traductor p |
| 9567 |
9505 |
10140 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. V, No 3, March 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-v-no-3-march-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 9568 |
9506 |
10141 |
Mentor: Benjamin Franklin |
Albert Bushnell Hart |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
This is Vol. 6, No. 7, Serial No. 155 of <em>The Mentor</em>, published May 15, 1918.</br></br>\n\nBenjamin Franklin was one of the leading figures of the 18th century and a founding father of the United States. His interests and accomplishments were broad and varied. Franklin is known as a brilliant inventor and a leading author, politician, diplomat, scientist, postmaster, and an influential printer in Philadelphia. These short vignettes for <em>The Mentor</em> magazine cover many of aspects of Franklin’s amazing life and career. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-mentor-benjamin-franklin-by-albert-bushnell-hart/ |
vol 6 no 7 serial no 155 em the mentor em published may 15 1918 br br benjamin franklin one leading figures 18th century founding father united states interests accomplishments broad varied franklin known brilliant inventor leading author politician diplomat scientist postmaster influential printer philadelphia short vignettes em the mentor em magazine cover many aspects franklin s amazing life career summary larry wilson p |
| 9569 |
9507 |
10142 |
Story of One Short Life, 1783 to 1818 |
Elisabeth G. Stryker |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a brief biography of Samuel J. Mills who was instrumental in establishing the first missionary society in the United States, and also the first Bible Society that began distribution of millions of Bibles around the world. His final mission was to Africa where he helped found what become the country of Liberia. He died on the return voyage at the age of thirty-five. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-story-of-one-short-life-1783-to-1818-by-elisabeth-g-stryker/ |
brief biography samuel j mills instrumental establishing first missionary society united states also first bible society began distribution millions bibles around world final mission africa helped found become country liberia died return voyage age thirty five summary larry wilson p |
| 9570 |
9508 |
10143 |
Life of Saint Macrina |
Gregory of Nyssa |
Biography & Autobiography |
The poignant biography of Saint Macrina, by her brother, Saint Gregory of Nyssa. (The Reader)<br><br>“The use of the word "philosophy" to designate Christianity is common in the writings of the fourth century, ... It is employed in a twofold sense, of the Christian religion generally and of asceticism in particular.” (from the 2nd footnote of the narrated text.)</p>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-saint-macrina-by-gregory-of-nyssa/ |
poignant biography saint macrina brother saint gregory nyssa the reader br br the use word philosophy designate christianity common writings fourth century employed twofold sense christian religion generally asceticism particular from 2nd footnote narrated text p |
| 9571 |
9509 |
10144 |
Nutcracker and Mouse King |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Children's Fiction |
The original story of the Nutcracker, weird and wonderful by one of the masters of horror and weirdness. Summary by Sandra Cullum.</p> |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/nutcracker-and-mouse-king-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
original story nutcracker weird wonderful one masters horror weirdness summary sandra cullum p |
| 9572 |
9510 |
10145 |
Religio Medici, Hydriotaphia and Letter to a Friend |
Thomas Browne |
Essays & Short Works |
Selections from the varied writings of a 17th century English doctor with a well-stocked mind, an interest in the new science of his age and a deep religious faith. His prose is famous for its Baroque complexity and its frequent eloquence. Sir Thomas endowed English with numerous quotations and was a notable coiner of words, many of which are still in common use. - Summary by Barbara Baker</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/selected-works-of-sir-thomas-browne/ |
selections varied writings 17th century english doctor well stocked mind interest new science age deep religious faith prose famous baroque complexity frequent eloquence sir thomas endowed english numerous quotations notable coiner words many still common use summary barbara baker p |
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9511 |
10146 |
Oh! Had We Some Bright Little Isle Of Our Own |
Thomas Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas Moore was an Irish poet, singer, songwriter, and entertainer, now best remembered for the lyrics of "The Minstrel Boy" and "The Last Rose of Summer".\nMoore is often considered Ireland's National Bard and is to Ireland what Robert Burns is to Scotland. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oh-had-we-some-bright-little-isle-of-our-own-by-thomas-moore/ |
thomas moore irish poet singer songwriter entertainer best remembered lyrics the minstrel boy the last rose summer moore often considered ireland s national bard ireland robert burns scotland summary wikipedia p |
| 9574 |
11885 |
12572 |
To The Next Christmas |
T. W. H. Crosland |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas William Hodgson Crosland was a British author, poet, journalist and friend of royalty. Thomas was a humanitarian who frequently wrote in his poems about the impoverished and sick and unemployed, especially caring about returned soldiers in the First World War. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-next-christmas-by-t-w-h-crosland/ |
thomas william hodgson crosland british author poet journalist friend royalty thomas humanitarian frequently wrote poems impoverished sick unemployed especially caring returned soldiers first world war summary wikipedia |
| 9575 |
9513 |
10148 |
Dynamic Thought; Or, The Law of Vibrant Energy |
William Walker Atkinson |
Psychology, Self-Help |
This is a queer book. It is a marriage of the Ancient Occult Teachings to the latest and most advanced conceptions of Modern Science--an odd union, for the parties thereto are of entirely different temperaments. The marriage might be expected to result disastrously, were it not for the fact that a connecting link has been found that gives them a bond of common interest. No two people may truly love each other, unless they also love something in common--the more they love in common, the greater will be their love for each other. And, let us trust that this will prove true in this marriage of Occultism and Science, celebrated in this book. - William Walker Atkinson |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/dynamic-thought-by-william-walker-atkinson/ |
queer book marriage ancient occult teachings latest advanced conceptions modern science an odd union parties thereto entirely different temperaments marriage might expected result disastrously fact connecting link found gives bond common interest two people may truly love other unless also love something common the love common greater love other and let us trust prove true marriage occultism science celebrated book william walker atkinson |
| 9576 |
9514 |
10149 |
Ladies' Paradise |
Émile Zola |
Historical Fiction |
Zola's original French publication, Au Bonheur des Dames ("The Ladies' Delight"), published 1882, is the eleventh novel in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, was published in 1886. It's a glitzy, fast paced Parisian drama depicting life at the world's first department store, revealing its many innovative marketing concepts, fashion, glamour, lust, greed, courage, deception, human foibles, and the vision and financial risk-taking that led to a world transformation in shopping -- one that set all the little shop keepers on their heads. All this is contrasted by our heroine Denise, a young sales woman who struggles through financial hardship, back-stabbing friendships, and incredible temptations with a quiet courage that helps her rise to the top. As she passes through fire and emerges from it unscathed, we get Zola's masterful depiction of social upheaval and feminine resistance to evil. \n\nIn 2012 the BBC used the novel as the basis for an eight-part television series set in northern England titled The Paradise. A second season followed in 2013. The novel was also was adapted into a play, The Ladies' Delight, for BBC Radio 4, premiering in September 2010. \n~ Solo by Kristinjg, Edited by Michele Fry, Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-ladies-paradise-by-emile-zola/ |
zola s original french publication au bonheur des dames the ladies delight published 1882 eleventh novel rougon macquart series english translation ernest alfred vizetelly published 1886 glitzy fast paced parisian drama depicting life world s first department store revealing many innovative marketing concepts fashion glamour lust greed courage deception human foibles vision financial risk taking led world transformation shopping one set little shop keepers heads contrasted heroine denise young sales woman struggles financial hardship back stabbing friendships incredible temptations quiet courage helps rise top passes fire emerges unscathed get zola s masterful depiction social upheaval feminine resistance evil 2012 bbc used novel basis eight part television series set northern england titled paradise second season followed 2013 novel also adapted play ladies delight bbc radio 4 premiering september 2010 solo kristinjg edited michele fry summary michele fry |
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9515 |
10150 |
Phoebe Daring |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure, General |
A headstrong female detective strives to clear a good man's name in this children's mystery by Oz author L. Frank Baum. Summary by Miriam Esther Goldman |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/phoebe-daring-by-l-frank-baum/ |
headstrong female detective strives clear good man s name children s mystery oz author l frank baum summary miriam esther goldman |
| 9578 |
9516 |
10151 |
Eleanor's Victory |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Family Life |
Only 15-years-old, Eleanor Vane is very happy with her lot: educated in an expensive finishing school in Paris, the apple of her father's eye, and disposed to be kind. Of course there are things missing: she does not remember her mother who died when she was young. But at least she has her father... Until he unexpectedly dies. Now Eleanor is at the mercy of her half-siblings who were never in touch with her, and the rest of the world who would consider her an orphaned beggar. Sent to work as a lady's companion to an old friend of her late father's, Eleanor might, just might, be able to win a respectable place in society. This novel is also famous for being one of the first Victorian novels with a female detective. - Summary by Stav Nisser</p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/eleanors-victory-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
15 years old eleanor vane happy lot educated expensive finishing school paris apple father s eye disposed kind course things missing remember mother died young least father unexpectedly dies eleanor mercy half siblings never touch her rest world would consider orphaned beggar sent work lady s companion old friend late father s eleanor might might able win respectable place society novel also famous one first victorian novels female detective summary stav nisser p |
| 9579 |
9517 |
10152 |
Salmelan heinätalkoot |
Olli Wuorinen |
Romance |
Talkoiden pitäminen on hyvä tapa saada jokin työ nopeasti tehdyksi. Talkoille kutsutaan naapurit ja kyläläiset, ruokaa ja juomaa annetaan, mutta ei mitään palkkaa. Talkoilla sopii teettää melkein mitä työtä tahansa, yleisin on viljan leikkuutalkoot, mutta myös heinäntalkoot ovat suosittuja. Salmelan varakas talo päättääkin pitää heinäntälkoot. Paikalle kutsutaan myös naapurikylästä herastuomari Risto Tohonen ja hänen tyttärensä Hetvi. Salmelan isännällä ja Toholan isännällä on näe tarkoituksena saada Hetvi ja Salmelan Samu toisiinsa tutustumaan ja paritumaa. Mutta kaikki ei sujukaan suunnitelmien mukaan! <br></br>Family Salmela decides to organize work party for haymaking. Judge Tohonen is also invited with his daughter Hetvi. Idea is to get Hetvi and Samu Salmela acquaint with each other, and later, hopefully, to marriage. - Summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi</p> |
Finnish |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/salmelan-heinaetalkoot-by-olli-wuorinen/ |
talkoiden pitäminen hyvä tapa saada jokin työ nopeasti tehdyksi talkoille kutsutaan naapurit ja kyläläiset ruokaa ja juomaa annetaan mutta ei mitään palkkaa talkoilla sopii teettää melkein mitä työtä tahansa yleisin viljan leikkuutalkoot mutta myös heinäntalkoot ovat suosittuja salmelan varakas talo päättääkin pitää heinäntälkoot paikalle kutsutaan myös naapurikylästä herastuomari risto tohonen ja hänen tyttärensä hetvi salmelan isännällä ja toholan isännällä näe tarkoituksena saada hetvi ja salmelan samu toisiinsa tutustumaan ja paritumaa mutta kaikki ei sujukaan suunnitelmien mukaan br br family salmela decides organize work party haymaking judge tohonen also invited daughter hetvi idea get hetvi samu salmela acquaint other later hopefully marriage summary harri tapani ylilammi p |
| 9580 |
9518 |
10153 |
Sherman’s Recollections of California, 1846-1848, 1855-1857, from his Memoirs |
William Tecumseh Sherman |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This librivox recording comprises three chapters from American Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman’s Memoirs. The chapters deal with a posting to California in his pre-Civil War military career in the years 1846-1848. While many of his colleagues saw action in the Mexican-American War, Sherman performed administrative duties in the captured territory of California. Along with fellow Lieutenants Henry Halleck and Edward Ord, Sherman embarked from New York on the 198-day journey around Cape Horn aboard the converted sloop USS Lexington. Due to the confined spaces aboard-ship, Sherman grew close to Halleck and Ord, and in his Memoirs references a hike with Halleck to the summit of Corcovado, notable as the future spot of the Cristo Redentor statue. Sherman and Ord reached the town of Yerba Buena, in California, two days before its name was changed to San Francisco. In 1848, Sherman accompanied the military governor of California, Col. Richard Barnes Mason, in the inspection that officially confirmed that gold had been discovered in the region, thus inaugurating the California Gold Rush. Sherman, along with Ord, assisted in surveys for the sub-divisions of the town that would become Sacramento. In 1853 Sherman resigned from the Army. In 1855-1857 he was in California as part of his bank duties. He returned to the Army in May 1861. Sherman was one of the premier generals fighting for the North in the Civil War. [Sherman] steadfastly refused to be drawn into politics and in 1875 published his Memoirs, one of the best-known first-hand accounts of the Civil War. British military historian B. H. Liddell Hart famously declared that Sherman was "the first modern general". Summary by wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/shermans-recollections-of-california-by-william-tecumseh-sherman/ |
librivox recording comprises three chapters american civil war general william tecumseh sherman s memoirs chapters deal posting california pre civil war military career years 1846 1848 many colleagues saw action mexican american war sherman performed administrative duties captured territory california along fellow lieutenants henry halleck edward ord sherman embarked new york 198 day journey around cape horn aboard converted sloop uss lexington due confined spaces aboard ship sherman grew close halleck ord memoirs references hike halleck summit corcovado notable future spot cristo redentor statue sherman ord reached town yerba buena california two days name changed san francisco 1848 sherman accompanied military governor california col richard barnes mason inspection officially confirmed gold discovered region thus inaugurating california gold rush sherman along ord assisted surveys sub divisions town would become sacramento 1853 sherman resigned army 1855 1857 california part bank duties returned army may 1861 sherman one premier generals fighting north civil war sherman steadfastly refused drawn politics 1875 published memoirs one best known first hand accounts civil war british military historian b h liddell hart famously declared sherman the first modern general summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 9581 |
9519 |
10154 |
Sherman’s Military Lessons Of The American Civil War, From His Memoirs |
William Tecumseh Sherman |
War & Military |
This librivox recording comprises chapter 25 (Conclusion – Military Lessons Of The War) of Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman’s Memoirs, published in 1875. Sherman was one of the premier generals fighting for the North. He steadfastly refused to be drawn into politics and in 1875 published his Memoirs, one of the best-known first-hand accounts of the Civil War. British military historian B. H. Liddell Hart famously declared that Sherman was "the first modern general" - Summary by wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/shermans-military-lessons-of-the-american-civil-war-from-his-memoirs-by-william-tecumseh-sherman/ |
librivox recording comprises chapter 25 conclusion military lessons war civil war general william tecumseh sherman s memoirs published 1875 sherman one premier generals fighting north steadfastly refused drawn politics 1875 published memoirs one best known first hand accounts civil war british military historian b h liddell hart famously declared sherman the first modern general summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 9582 |
9520 |
10155 |
Egyptian Tales, translated from the Papyri, Series Two : XVIIIth to XIXth Dynasty |
William Matthew Flinders Petrie |
Literary Criticism, Antiquity |
Egyptian stories translated from ancient, often incomplete, documents. - Summary by Timothy Ferguson</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/egyptian-tales-translated-from-the-papyri-series-two-xviiith-to-xixth-dynasty-by-william-matthew-flinders-petrie/ |
egyptian stories translated ancient often incomplete documents summary timothy ferguson p |
| 9583 |
9521 |
10156 |
Parables of the Cross |
Isabella Lilias Trotter |
Christianity - Other |
Death is the Gate of Life. There was deep insight in those old words. For man's natural thought of death is that of a dreary ending in decay and dissolution. And from his standpoint he is right: death as the punishment of sin is an ending.But far other is God's thought in the redemption of the world. He takes the very thing that came in with the curse, and makes it the path of glory. Death becomes a beginning instead of an ending, for it becomes the means of liberating a fresh life.And so the hope that lies in these parable lessons of death and life is meant for those only who are turning to Him for redemption. To those who have not turned, death stands in all its old awful doom, inevitable, irrevocable. There is no gleam of light through it for them. (excerpt from Parables of the Cross)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/parables-of-the-cross-by-isabella-lilias-trotter/ |
death gate life deep insight old words man s natural thought death dreary ending decay dissolution standpoint right death punishment sin ending but far god s thought redemption world takes thing came curse makes path glory death becomes beginning instead ending becomes means liberating fresh life and hope lies parable lessons death life meant turning redemption turned death stands old awful doom inevitable irrevocable gleam light them excerpt parables cross p |
| 9584 |
9522 |
10157 |
How We Think |
John Dewey |
Modern |
A book written by an American education philosopher in which he proposed “This scientific attitude of mind might, conceivably, be quite irrelevant to teaching children and youth. But this book also represents the conviction that such is not the case; that the native and unspoiled attitude of childhood, marked by ardent curiosity, fertile imagination, and love of experimental inquiry, is near, very near, to the attitude of the scientific mind. If these pages assist any to appreciate this kinship and to consider seriously how its recognition in educational practice would make for individual happiness and the reduction of social waste, ...”</p>\n\nExcerpt From: John Dewey. “How We Think.” - Summary by Linda Andrus |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/how-we-think-by-john-dewey/ |
book written american education philosopher proposed this scientific attitude mind might conceivably quite irrelevant teaching children youth book also represents conviction case native unspoiled attitude childhood marked ardent curiosity fertile imagination love experimental inquiry near near attitude scientific mind pages assist appreciate kinship consider seriously recognition educational practice would make individual happiness reduction social waste p excerpt from john dewey how think summary linda andrus |
| 9585 |
9523 |
10158 |
Trabajos de Persiles y Sigismunda |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Literary Fiction |
Grabación-homenaje en el cuarto centenario de la obra y de la muerte del autor. Periandro es rescatado de un naufragio y se ofrece para ser vendido, en lugar de una doncella, ataviado como mujer, a unos bárbaros que en cumplimiento de una profecía roban y compran bellas jóvenes para casar con su futuro rey. Summary by Tux</p> |
Spanish |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/los-trabajos-de-persiles-y-sigismunda-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
grabación homenaje en el cuarto centenario de la obra de la muerte del autor periandro es rescatado de un naufragio se ofrece para ser vendido en lugar de una doncella ataviado como mujer unos bárbaros que en cumplimiento de una profecía roban compran bellas jóvenes para casar con su futuro rey summary tux p |
| 9586 |
9524 |
10159 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 2: Geology |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Earth Sciences |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The second volume is on Geology written by Harold E. Slade and W. E. Ferguson. This book covers the early efforts in and beginnings of geological concepts, development of the science through the 19th century and its different branches or field of study. It also discusses various geological processes. - Summary by Sienna</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-2-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler second volume geology written harold e slade w e ferguson book covers early efforts beginnings geological concepts development science 19th century different branches field study also discusses various geological processes summary sienna p |
| 9587 |
9525 |
10160 |
Lake |
Matthew Arnold |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Matthew Arnold was an English poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. Matthew Arnold has been characterised as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues.\nHe is sometimes called the third great Victorian poet, along with Alfred, Lord Tennyson and Robert Browning.\nThis week's poem is the first part of Arnold's Lyric Poem 'Switzerland'. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-lake-by-matthew-arnold/ |
matthew arnold english poet cultural critic worked inspector schools matthew arnold characterised sage writer type writer chastises instructs reader contemporary social issues sometimes called third great victorian poet along alfred lord tennyson robert browning week s poem first part arnold s lyric poem switzerland summary wikipedia p |
| 9588 |
11910 |
12598 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 071 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Romance and mystery abound in this, the seventy-first collection of short stories selected and read by Librivox volunteers. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-071-by-various/ |
romance mystery abound this seventy first collection short stories selected read librivox volunteers |
| 9589 |
9526 |
10161 |
Romance of the Forest |
Ann Radcliffe |
Gothic Fiction |
A Gothic novel famously mentioned by Jane Austen in "Northanger Abbey" as an inspiration for the romantic ideals and supernatural fears of Catherine. Ann Radcliffe has been called the "Great Enchantress" of her age and this is one of her finest novels. Supernatural eerie thrills, midnight explorations of draughty corridors and mysterious partly burned notes all play their parts. There are noblemen in disguise, a duel, a trial, a dangerous illness, a deathbed confession and, of course, a dark and handsome hero with a fatal secret! - Summary by Beth Thomas\n<br><br>\n<i>This project was proof-listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3220">Betty M.</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7078">Mary in Arkansas</a>.</i></p> |
English |
1791 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-the-forest-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
gothic novel famously mentioned jane austen northanger abbey inspiration romantic ideals supernatural fears catherine ann radcliffe called great enchantress age one finest novels supernatural eerie thrills midnight explorations draughty corridors mysterious partly burned notes play parts noblemen disguise duel trial dangerous illness deathbed confession and course dark handsome hero fatal secret summary beth thomas br br i this project proof listened a href https librivox org reader 3220 betty m a a href https librivox org reader 7078 mary arkansas a i p |
| 9590 |
9527 |
10162 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 047 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-047-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br |
| 9591 |
9528 |
10163 |
Joseph Conrad |
Hugh Walpole |
*Non-fiction |
This is a literary biography of Joseph Conrad (1857 – 1924) who is regarded as one of the greatest novelists in English. He was granted British nationality in 1886, but always considered himself a Pole. Though he did not speak English fluently until he was in his twenties (and always with a marked accent), he was a master prose stylist who brought a distinctly non-English sensibility into English literature. He wrote stories and novels, many with a nautical setting, that depict trials of the human spirit.</p>\n\nSir Hugh Seymour Walpole, CBE (1884 – 1941) was an English novelist. He was the son of an Anglican clergyman, intended for a career in the church but drawn instead to writing. Among those who encouraged him were the authors Henry James and Arnold Bennett. His skill at scene-setting, vivid plots, and high profile as a lecturer brought him a large readership in the United Kingdom and North America. He was a best-selling author in the 1920s and 1930s, but has been largely neglected since his death.... Joseph Conrad said of him, "We see Mr. Walpole grappling with the truth of things spiritual and material with his characteristic earnestness, and we can discern the characteristics of this acute and sympathetic explorer of human nature."\n - Summary by wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/joseph-conrad-by-hugh-walpole/ |
literary biography joseph conrad 1857 1924 regarded one greatest novelists english granted british nationality 1886 always considered pole though speak english fluently twenties and always marked accent master prose stylist brought distinctly non english sensibility english literature wrote stories novels many nautical setting depict trials human spirit p sir hugh seymour walpole cbe 1884 1941 english novelist son anglican clergyman intended career church drawn instead writing among encouraged authors henry james arnold bennett skill scene setting vivid plots high profile lecturer brought large readership united kingdom north america best selling author 1920s 1930s largely neglected since death joseph conrad said him we see mr walpole grappling truth things spiritual material characteristic earnestness discern characteristics acute sympathetic explorer human nature summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 9592 |
9529 |
10164 |
Little Angel and Other Stories |
Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev |
Short Stories |
This is a volume of short works by Leonid Andreyev. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-angel-and-other-stories-by-leonid-nikolayevich-andreyev/ |
volume short works leonid andreyev summary carolin |
| 9593 |
9530 |
10165 |
School of The Woods |
William J. Long |
Animals & Nature |
<b>Some Life Studies of Animal Instincts and Animal Training</b></p>\nThis is the third book in the Wood Folk series by William J. Long, where he masterfully recreates animal life studies he observed while in the woods. He writes of the secrets of animals and birds while using their lovely, Milicete Indian names, such as Meeko and Mooween. - Summary by Maggie Travers</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/school-of-the-woods-by-william-j-long/ |
b some life studies animal instincts animal training b p third book wood folk series william j long masterfully recreates animal life studies observed woods writes secrets animals birds using lovely milicete indian names meeko mooween summary maggie travers p |
| 9594 |
9531 |
10166 |
Melmoth The Wanderer |
Charles Robert Maturin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
One of the first horror novels, it tells the story of Melmoth, who sells his soul so he could have an extended life. Throughout the novel, he wanders around the world in search of someone who would replace him and lift his curse. It is known for its many sub-plots, the true horror it makes one feel, and its criticism of the Catholic church. This is certainly one of the most important books of all times, quoted in countless other works, and praised by authors and critics alike. - Summary by Wikipedia and Stav Nisser. |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/melmoth-the-wanderer-by-charles-robert-maturin/ |
one first horror novels tells story melmoth sells soul could extended life throughout novel wanders around world search someone would replace lift curse known many sub plots true horror makes one feel criticism catholic church certainly one important books times quoted countless works praised authors critics alike summary wikipedia stav nisser |
| 9595 |
9532 |
10167 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 3: Mary Stuart |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography |
The contents of these volumes of 'Celebrated Crimes', as well as the motives which led to their inception, are unique. They are a series of stories based upon historical records, from the pen of Alexandre Dumas, pere, when he was not "the elder," nor yet the author of D'Artagnan or Monte Cristo, but was a rising young dramatist and a lion in the literary set and world of fashion.<br></br>The third volume is devoted to the story of Mary Queen of Scots, another woman who suffered a violent death, and around whose name an endless controversy has waged. Dumas goes carefully into the dubious episodes of her stormy career, but does not allow these to blind his sympathy for her fate. Mary, it should be remembered, was closely allied to France by education and marriage, and the French never forgave Elizabeth the part she played in the tragedy. - From the Introduction</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-3-mary-stuart-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
contents volumes celebrated crimes well motives led inception unique series stories based upon historical records pen alexandre dumas pere the elder yet author d artagnan monte cristo rising young dramatist lion literary set world fashion br br the third volume devoted story mary queen scots another woman suffered violent death around whose name endless controversy waged dumas goes carefully dubious episodes stormy career allow blind sympathy fate mary remembered closely allied france education marriage french never forgave elizabeth part played tragedy introduction p |
| 9596 |
9533 |
10168 |
Ruby Wedding Collection |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />This collection comprises short stories, poems, a little bit of history and a little bit of ornithology, all with ruby connections. The reader greatly enjoyed searching out suitable gems for inclusion in this celebration of her own Ruby Wedding Anniversary.<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ruby-wedding-collection/ |
br this collection comprises short stories poems little bit history little bit ornithology ruby connections reader greatly enjoyed searching suitable gems inclusion celebration ruby wedding anniversary br br |
| 9597 |
9535 |
10170 |
Cathedral |
Hugh Walpole |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole, CBE (1884 – 1941) was an English novelist. He was the son of an Anglican clergyman, intended for a career in the church but drawn instead to writing. Among those who encouraged him were the authors Henry James and Arnold Bennett. His skill at scene-setting, vivid plots, and high profile as a lecturer brought him a large readership in the United Kingdom and North America. He was a best-selling author in the 1920s and 1930s, but has been largely neglected since his death.... One of Walpole's major novels of the early post-war period was The Cathedral, which unlike much of his fiction was not dashed off but worked on across four years, beginning in 1918. The story of an arrogant 19th-century archdeacon in conflict with other clergy and laity was certain to bring comparisons with Trollope's Barchester Towers (The Manchester Guardian 's review was headed "Polchester Towers"), but unlike the earlier work, The Cathedral is wholly uncomic.... The reviewer Ivor Brown commented that Walpole had earlier charmed many with his cheerful tales of Mayfair, but that in this novel he showed a greater side to his art: "This is a book with little happiness about it, but its stark strength is undeniable. The Cathedral is realism, profound in its philosophy and delicate in its thread." The Illustrated London News said, "No former novelist has seized quite so powerfully upon the cathedral fabric and made it a living character in the drama, an obsessing individuality at once benign and forbidding. ...The Cathedral is a great book." The Jubilee which plays an important part in the story is the national celebration in 1897 of Queen Victoria's sixty years on the throne. Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-cathedral-by-hugh-walpole/ |
sir hugh seymour walpole cbe 1884 1941 english novelist son anglican clergyman intended career church drawn instead writing among encouraged authors henry james arnold bennett skill scene setting vivid plots high profile lecturer brought large readership united kingdom north america best selling author 1920s 1930s largely neglected since death one walpole s major novels early post war period cathedral unlike much fiction dashed worked across four years beginning 1918 story arrogant 19th century archdeacon conflict clergy laity certain bring comparisons trollope s barchester towers the manchester guardian s review headed polchester towers unlike earlier work cathedral wholly uncomic reviewer ivor brown commented walpole earlier charmed many cheerful tales mayfair novel showed greater side art this book little happiness it stark strength undeniable cathedral realism profound philosophy delicate thread illustrated london news said no former novelist seized quite powerfully upon cathedral fabric made living character drama obsessing individuality benign forbidding the cathedral great book jubilee plays important part story national celebration 1897 queen victoria s sixty years throne summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 9598 |
9536 |
10171 |
Men of Zanzibar |
Richard Harding Davis |
Romance |
This is the story of Hemingway, who, after a hunting trip in Uganda, settles in Zanzibar for a while to live among the English-speaking expatriate community on that island. While keeping his true identity well to himself, he falls in love with Ms. Polly Adair, the American Belle of the little society. But when he asks her to marry him, it seems that Ms. Adair has a secret... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-men-of-zanzibar-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
story hemingway who hunting trip uganda settles zanzibar live among english speaking expatriate community island keeping true identity well himself falls love ms polly adair american belle little society asks marry him seems ms adair secret summary carolin p |
| 9599 |
9537 |
10172 |
Criminal from Lost Honour |
Friedrich Schiller |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
"In the whole history of man there is no chapter more instructive for the heart and mind than the annals of his errors. On the occasion of every great crime a proportionally great force was in motion. If by the pale light of ordinary emotions the play of the desiring faculty is concealed, in the situation of strong passion it becomes the more striking, the more colossal, the more audible, and the acute investigator of humanity, who knows how much may be properly set down to the account of the mechanism of the ordinary freedom of the will, and how far it is allowable to reason by analogy, will be able from this source to gather much fresh experience for his psychology, and to render it applicable to moral life." (Introductory Paragraph)\n<br></br>\nChristian Wolf is a man not endowed with any special features, host of the inn <i>the Sun</i>, in need of money, and unnhappily in love. The want of money leads him to minor crimes, and the disproportionally severe punishments spark in him an overpowering thirst for revenge, spiraling him ever deeper into trouble. This short story is at the same time a work of fiction, relating the story of an individual through his criminal career, and a work of enlightenment, showing how external circumstances can slowly transform a good man into a criminal. - Summary by Carolin.</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-criminal-from-lost-honour-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
in whole history man chapter instructive heart mind annals errors occasion every great crime proportionally great force motion pale light ordinary emotions play desiring faculty concealed situation strong passion becomes striking colossal audible acute investigator humanity knows much may properly set account mechanism ordinary freedom will far allowable reason analogy able source gather much fresh experience psychology render applicable moral life introductory paragraph br br christian wolf man endowed special features host inn i the sun i need money unnhappily love want money leads minor crimes disproportionally severe punishments spark overpowering thirst revenge spiraling ever deeper trouble short story time work fiction relating story individual criminal career work enlightenment showing external circumstances slowly transform good man criminal summary carolin p |
| 9600 |
9538 |
10173 |
Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks |
William Elliot Griffis |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A darling collection of Dutch fairy tales presented by William Griffis. Starting with The Entangled Mermaid and ending with Why the Stork Loves Holland, these 20 stories are all entertaining and well written. Children of all ages should love to hear them. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dutch-fairy-tales-for-young-folks-by-william-elliot-griffis/ |
darling collection dutch fairy tales presented william griffis starting entangled mermaid ending stork loves holland 20 stories entertaining well written children ages love hear them summary phil chenevert p |
| 9601 |
9539 |
10174 |
Rainbow and the Rose |
E. Nesbit |
Single author |
A collection of poetry in the whimsical style of Edith Nesbit, author of "The Five Children and It" and "The Railway Children". These poems are primarily for adults, although a few are written for her daughters. The majority are philosophical reflections on Edith Nesbit's life as a wife and mother, and theological reflections on Christianity and faith, the nature of the world, life and death. (Summary by Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-and-the-rose-by-e-nesbit/ |
collection poetry whimsical style edith nesbit author the five children it the railway children poems primarily adults although written daughters majority philosophical reflections edith nesbit s life wife mother theological reflections christianity faith nature world life death summary beth thomas p |
| 9602 |
9540 |
10175 |
Grace Harlowe with the Marines at Chateau Thierry |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
<BR>Grace continues her war adventures over seas in France, continuing her work for the Red Cross. Set during World War I, Loyal Heart finds herself in much peril as she helps with the fight against the Germans. Summary by ashleighjane<BR><BR> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowe-with-the-marines-at-chateau-thierry-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
br grace continues war adventures seas france continuing work red cross set world war i loyal heart finds much peril helps fight germans summary ashleighjane br br |
| 9603 |
9541 |
10176 |
Klaasje Zevenster, deel 1 |
Jacob van Lennep |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Een groepje Leidse studenten viert een gezellige Sinterklaasavond in de jaren '20 van de 19e eeuw, als er onverwachts een pakketje aan de deur bezorgd wordt. Tot ieders grote verrassing vinden ze daarin een baby. Zij besluiten zich als groep over het meisje te ontfermen. Deze roman, een bestseller bij de verschijning in 1866, verhaalt over de lotgevallen van de vondeling.<BR>\nDit is deel 1 van in totaal 5 delen (de andere delen zijn nog niet beschikbaar op Librivox). Hierin leren we de studenten kennen, en Klaasje Zevenster als jong meisje. Als ze klaar is op haar kostschool komt ze bij één van haar ‚vaders’ logeren, Gerlof Bol, die inmiddels dominee is. Dat heeft verstrekkende gevolgen. (Samenvatting van Anna Simon)<BR>\nAndere delen:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/klaasje-zevenster-deel-2-by-jacob-van-lennep/" rel="nofollow">Deel 2</a><br />\nDeel 3-5: nog niet klaar<br /> |
Dutch |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/klaasje-zevenster-deel-1-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
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9542 |
10177 |
Just So Stories (version 6 Dramatic Reading) |
Rudyard Kipling |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
The Just So Stories generally have the theme of a particular animal being altered from an original form to its current form by the acts of human kind or some magical being. Whale has a tiny throat because he swallowed a mariner, who tied a raft inside to block the whale from swallowing other men. The Camel has a hump given to him by a djinn as punishment for the camel's refusing to work (the hump allows the camel to work longer between times of eating). And so on throughout the book. A fun collection of stories with something for everyone Summary by Michele Eaton <br><br>\nEditor<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\n<b>How the Whale got His Throat</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nWhale: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nStute Fish:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nMariner:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10180 "> Bob Scott </a><br>\n<br><b>How the Camel got His Hump</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nCamel: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9041 "> Gideon Snow </a><br>\nHorse:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nDog:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nOx: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nMan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nDjinn: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\n<br><b>How the Rhinoceros got his Skin</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nRhinoceros: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nParsee Man:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\n<br><b>How the Leopard got his Spots</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nLeopard: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nEthiopian: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nBaviaan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nZebra:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nGiraffe: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9041 "> Gideon Snow </a><br>\n<br><b>The Elephants Child</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/543 "> Ted Delorme</a><br>\nElephant's Child:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nKolokolo Bird:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nPython:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nCrocodile: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nBaboon: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\n<br><b>The Sing Song of Old Man Kangaroo</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8799 "> Peter Tucker </a><br>\nKangaroo: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4705 "> Algy Pug </a><br>\nDingo:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nNquong: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nNqa: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nNquing:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\n<br><b>The Beginning of the Armadillos</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nMother Jaguar:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nPainted Jaguar: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nHedgehog: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nTortoise:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10180 "> Bob Scott </a><br>\n<br><b>How the First Letter was Written</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 1789 "> Vin Reilly </a><br>\nTaffy:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nTegumai: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nTeshumai: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nTewara Man: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/167 "> Peter Yearsley </a><br>\nHead Chief: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nTribal Lady 1:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nTribal Lady 2:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nTribal Lady 3:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\n<br><b>How the Alphabet was Made</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 1789 "> Vin Reilly </a><br>\nTaffy:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nTegumai: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754 "> ToddHW </a><br>\nTeshumai: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\n<br><b>The Crab that Played with the Sea</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nPau Amma The Crab: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nMan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10289 "> Tony Addison </a><br>\nMagician: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nGirl:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nElephant: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nCow: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9881 "> Roohi </a><br>\nBeaver:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nTurtle:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9647 "> Joseph Tabler </a><br>\nFisherman: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/167 "> Peter Yearsley </a><br>\nRat:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\n<br><b>The Cat that Walked by Himself</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nCat:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nWoman:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nMan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nWild Dog: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nWild Horse:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nBat:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10180 "> Bob Scott </a><br>\n<br><b>The Butterfly that Stamped</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 6281 "> Beth Thomas </a><br>\nSuleiman-bin-Daoud: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nBalkis:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nbutterfly: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9040 "> E Snow </a><br>\nButterfly's Wife:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7356 "> Rachel </a><br>\nEgyptian Queen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6548 "> Kristin Gjerløw </a><br>\nEthiopian Queen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9881 "> Roohi </a><br>\nPersian Queen:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nAnimal From the Deep: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9041 "> Gideon Snow </a><br><br> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/just-so-stories-ver-6-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
stories generally theme particular animal altered original form current form acts human kind magical being whale tiny throat swallowed mariner tied raft inside block whale swallowing men camel hump given djinn punishment camel s refusing work the hump allows camel work longer times eating throughout book fun collection stories something everyone summary michele eaton br br editor a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br b how whale got throat b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br whale a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br stute fish a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br mariner a href https librivox org reader 10180 bob scott a br br b how camel got hump b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br camel a href https librivox org reader 9041 gideon snow a br horse a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br dog a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br ox a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br man a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br djinn a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br b how rhinoceros got skin b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br rhinoceros a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br parsee man a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br br b how leopard got spots b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br leopard a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br ethiopian a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br baviaan a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br zebra a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br giraffe a href https librivox org reader 9041 gideon snow a br br b the elephants child b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 543 ted delorme a br elephant s child a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br kolokolo bird a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br python a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br crocodile a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br baboon a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br br b the sing song old man kangaroo b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br kangaroo a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br dingo a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br nquong a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br nqa a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br nquing a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br br b the beginning armadillos b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mother jaguar a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br painted jaguar a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br hedgehog a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br tortoise a href https librivox org reader 10180 bob scott a br br b how first letter written b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 1789 vin reilly a br taffy a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br tegumai a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br teshumai a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br tewara man a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br head chief a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br tribal lady 1 a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br tribal lady 2 a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br tribal lady 3 a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br br b how alphabet made b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 1789 vin reilly a br taffy a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br tegumai a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br teshumai a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br br b the crab played sea b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br pau amma crab a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br man a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a br magician a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br girl a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br elephant a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br cow a href https librivox org reader 9881 roohi a br beaver a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br turtle a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br fisherman a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br rat a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br br b the cat walked himself b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br cat a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br woman a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br man a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br wild dog a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br wild horse a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br bat a href https librivox org reader 10180 bob scott a br br b the butterfly stamped b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br suleiman bin daoud a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br balkis a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br butterfly a href https librivox org reader 9040 e snow a br butterfly s wife a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br egyptian queen a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br ethiopian queen a href https librivox org reader 9881 roohi a br persian queen a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br animal deep a href https librivox org reader 9041 gideon snow a br br |
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9543 |
10178 |
Seven Men |
Max Beerbohm |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
In order to liven up the literary history of Great Britain in the 1890s (as if Oscar Wilde, Stevenson, Kipling, Hardy, etc., were not lively enough) Max Beerbohm wrote short biographies of six imaginary writers. Though their works of course no longer exist, he leaves the impression that the literary world is really none the poorer. It is, of course, the six men themselves (Beerbohm himself is the seventh man of the title) who are worth our attention. ( Nicholas Clifford) </p>\n\nNote that the Gutenberg edition of Seven Men is incomplete, but the missing sections may be found separately\nJames Pethel http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/759\nE.V. Laider http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/761\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/seven-men-by-max-beerbohm/ |
order liven literary history great britain 1890s as oscar wilde stevenson kipling hardy etc lively enough max beerbohm wrote short biographies six imaginary writers though works course longer exist leaves impression literary world really none poorer is course six men beerbohm seventh man title worth attention nicholas clifford p note gutenberg edition seven men incomplete missing sections may found separately james pethel http www gutenberg org ebooks 759 e v laider http www gutenberg org ebooks 761 |
| 9606 |
9544 |
10179 |
Criminal Investigation: a Practical Handbook for Magistrates, Police Officers and Lawyers, Volume 2 |
Hans Gross |
Psychology, Science |
Reputedly inspired by the Sherlock Holmes stories, Austrian criminal jurist and examining magistrate Hans Gross wrote the first handbook on criminal investigation. This treatise covers everything from the qualities of a good investigating officer and how to utilize various experts, to tactics employed by criminals, how to analyze footprints and blood stains, and ways that criminals perpetrate crimes. Some of the remarks relate directly to India, such as disguising one's caste.<br /><br />Volume 2 (of 3) consists of Parts 2 and 3 of the 4 parts in the work. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/criminal-investigation-volume-2-by-hans-gross/ |
reputedly inspired sherlock holmes stories austrian criminal jurist examining magistrate hans gross wrote first handbook criminal investigation treatise covers everything qualities good investigating officer utilize various experts tactics employed criminals analyze footprints blood stains ways criminals perpetrate crimes remarks relate directly india disguising one s caste br br volume 2 of 3 consists parts 2 3 4 parts work summary triciag |
| 9607 |
9545 |
10180 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 32: Jonás |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Ya que el libro menciona a un hombre, Jonás, siendo tragado por un gran pez, muchos lo consideran ficción. Sin embargo el libro de 2 Reyes 14:25 menciona a Jonás viviendo durante el reinado del rey Jeroboam II (alrededor de 793-753 B.C.) y el mismo Jesucristo consideró a Jonás como una persona histórica al mencionarlo en Mateo 12:39-41. Jonás es la historia de un profeta que se rebeló a Dios, trató de huir de Su presencia y al mismo tiempo ocasionó muchos problemas y dificulatades a otros y a si mismo, hasta que finalmente se arrepintió y pidió perdón a Dios desde las entrañas de un graz pez … quieres saber lo que sucedió? Escucha la historia de Jonás! \n\n - Resumen por Claudia R. Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/jonas-by-reina-valera/ |
ya que el libro menciona un hombre jonás siendo tragado por un gran pez muchos lo consideran ficción sin embargo el libro de 2 reyes 14 25 menciona jonás viviendo durante el reinado del rey jeroboam ii alrededor de 793 753 b c el mismo jesucristo consideró jonás como una persona histórica al mencionarlo en mateo 12 39 41 jonás es la historia de un profeta que se rebeló dios trató de huir de su presencia al mismo tiempo ocasionó muchos problemas dificulatades otros si mismo hasta que finalmente se arrepintió pidió perdón dios desde las entrañas de un graz pez quieres saber lo que sucedió escucha la historia de jonás resumen por claudia r barrett p |
| 9608 |
9546 |
10181 |
Joyous Story of Toto |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Animals & Nature |
Toto and his grandmother become friends with many of the Forest Folk (such as Bruin, Racoon, Woodchuck, and Cracker the Squirrel) in this first Toto book. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-joyous-story-of-toto-by-laura-e-richards/ |
toto grandmother become friends many forest folk such bruin racoon woodchuck cracker squirrel first toto book summary jude somers p |
| 9609 |
9547 |
10182 |
Astounding Stories 16, April 1931 |
Ray Cummings |
Science Fiction |
\n<b>Contents of this issue :-</b><br>MONSTERS OF MARS EDMOND HAMILTON - Three Martian-Duped Earth-Men Swing Open the Gates of Space That for So Long Had Barred the Greedy Hordes of the Red Planet. (A Complete Novelette.) <br>\nTHE EXILE OF TIME RAY CUMMINGS - From Somewhere Out of Time Come a Swarm of Robots Who Inflict on New York the Awful Vengeance of the Diabolical Cripple Tugh. (Beginning a Four-Part Novel.) <br>\nHELL'S DIMENSION TOM CURRY - Professor Lambert Deliberately Ventures into a Vibrational Dimension to Join His Fiancée in Its Magnetic Torture-Fields. <br> \nTHE WORLD BEHIND THE MOON PAUL ERNST - Two Intrepid Earth-Men Fight It Out with the Horrific Monsters of Zeud's Frightful Jungles. <br>\nFOUR MILES WITHIN ANTHONY GILMORE - Far Down into the Earth Goes a Gleaming Metal Sphere Whose Passengers Are Deadly Enemies. (A Complete Novelette.) <br>\nTHE LAKE OF LIGHT JACK WILLIAMSON - In the Frozen Wastes at the Bottom of the World Two Explorers Find a Strange Pool of White Fire—and Have a Strange Adventure. <br>\nTHE GHOST WORLD SEWELL PEASLEE WRIGHT - Commander John Hanson Records Another of His Thrilling Interplanetary Adventures with the Special Patrol Service. <br> \nTHE READERS' CORNER ALL OF US - A Meeting Place for Readers of Astounding Stories. |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-16-april-1931-by-ray-cummings/ |
b contents issue b br monsters mars edmond hamilton three martian duped earth men swing open gates space long barred greedy hordes red planet a complete novelette br exile time ray cummings somewhere time come swarm robots inflict new york awful vengeance diabolical cripple tugh beginning four part novel br hell s dimension tom curry professor lambert deliberately ventures vibrational dimension join fiancée magnetic torture fields br world behind moon paul ernst two intrepid earth men fight horrific monsters zeud s frightful jungles br four miles within anthony gilmore far earth goes gleaming metal sphere whose passengers deadly enemies a complete novelette br lake light jack williamson frozen wastes bottom world two explorers find strange pool white fire and strange adventure br ghost world sewell peaslee wright commander john hanson records another thrilling interplanetary adventures special patrol service br readers corner us meeting place readers astounding stories |
| 9610 |
9549 |
10184 |
Magic of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the second to last book in the OZ series that Baum actually wrote himself before he passed away. "A Faithful Record of the Remarkable Adventures of Dorothy and Trot and the Wizard of Oz, together with the Cowardly Lion, the Hungry Tiger and Cap'n Bill, in their successful search for a Magical and Beautiful Birthday Present for Princess Ozma of Oz." - Summary by Baum. Almost all the marvelous creatures of OZ are involved in this far reaching adventure story with tons of danger, evil magic, dastardly plots and heroic last minute acts of bravery to finally save the day. The Lonesome Duck makes her first and last appearance in this book which, by itself, makes it a 'must listen to' in my opinion.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-of-oz-version-2-by-l-frank-baum/ |
second last book oz series baum actually wrote passed away a faithful record remarkable adventures dorothy trot wizard oz together cowardly lion hungry tiger cap n bill successful search magical beautiful birthday present princess ozma oz summary baum almost marvelous creatures oz involved far reaching adventure story tons danger evil magic dastardly plots heroic last minute acts bravery finally save day lonesome duck makes first last appearance book which itself makes must listen to opinion p |
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9550 |
10185 |
Tramp and Fish |
James McIntyre |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James McIntyre, called The Cheese Poet, was a Canadian poet.</p>\n\nMcIntyre was born in Forres, Scotland and came to Canada in 1841 at the age of 14, finally moving to Ingersoll, Ontario, then a town of 5,000 on the banks of the Thames in Oxford County, the heart of Canadian dairy country at the time. He opened a furniture factory on the river as well as a store which sold furniture, along with such items as pianos and coffins.</p>\n\nHe was well loved in the community, from which he often received aid in hard times, due in part to his poesy and oratorical skills—he was called on to speak at every kind of social gathering in Ingersoll. The region seems to have inspired him, and it was in celebration of the proud history of Canada, the natural beauty and industry of the region, and especially (as noted above) its cheese, that the majority of his oeuvre was written. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tramp-and-fish-by-james-mcintyre/ |
james mcintyre called cheese poet canadian poet p mcintyre born forres scotland came canada 1841 age 14 finally moving ingersoll ontario town 5 000 banks thames oxford county heart canadian dairy country time opened furniture factory river well store sold furniture along items pianos coffins p well loved community often received aid hard times due part poesy oratorical skills he called speak every kind social gathering ingersoll region seems inspired him celebration proud history canada natural beauty industry region especially as noted above cheese majority oeuvre written summary wikipedia p |
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9551 |
10186 |
Poacher, A Serious Ballad |
Thomas Hood |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
There were scarcely any events in the life of Thomas Hood. One condition there was of too potent determining importance—life-long ill health; and one circumstance of moment—a commercial failure, and consequent expatriation. Beyond this, little presents itself for record in the outward facts of this upright and beneficial career, bright with genius and coruscating with wit, dark with the lengthening and deepening shadow of death. (from the Biographical Introduction (by William Michael Rossetti) to The Poetrical Works of Thomas Hood)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-poacher-a-serious-ballad-by-thomas-hood/ |
scarcely events life thomas hood one condition potent determining importance life long ill health one circumstance moment a commercial failure consequent expatriation beyond this little presents record outward facts upright beneficial career bright genius coruscating wit dark lengthening deepening shadow death from biographical introduction by william michael rossetti poetrical works thomas hood p |
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9552 |
10187 |
First Chapter Collection 005 |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Librivox First Chapter Collection 005 - a collection of the first chapters of 15 different books, fiction and nonfiction, mostly English but one in Spanish, chosen by Librivox volunteers.<br><br>This volume includes the first chapters of books by authors including Jane Austen, George MacDonald, and Joseph Conrad; the apocryphal Book of Enoch; Petrarch's Letters to Classical Authors; an intriguing mystery by J. S. Fletcher; and much more! (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-005/ |
librivox first chapter collection 005 collection first chapters 15 different books fiction nonfiction mostly english one spanish chosen librivox volunteers br br this volume includes first chapters books authors including jane austen george macdonald joseph conrad apocryphal book enoch petrarch s letters classical authors intriguing mystery j s fletcher much more summary rachel p |
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9553 |
10188 |
On the Duty of Civil Disobedience (Version 3) |
Henry David Thoreau |
Political Science |
"That government is best which governs least" is the famous opening line of this essay. The slavery crisis inflamed New England in the 1840s and 1850s. The environment became especially tense after the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. A lifelong abolitionist, Thoreau delivered an impassioned speech which would later become Civil Disobedience in 1848, just months after leaving Walden Pond. The speech dealt with slavery, but at the same time excoriated American imperialism, particularly the Mexican–American War. Thoreau asserts that because governments are typically more harmful than helpful, they therefore cannot be justified. Democracy is no cure for this, as majorities simply by virtue of being majorities do not also gain the virtues of wisdom and justice. The judgment of an individual's conscience is not necessarily inferior to the decisions of a political body or majority, and so "[i]t is not desirable to cultivate a respect for the law, so much as for the right. The only obligation which I have a right to assume is to do at any time what I think right.... Law never made men a whit more just; and, by means of their respect for it, even the well-disposed are daily made the agents of injustice." He adds, "I cannot for an instant recognize as my government [that] which is the slave's government also." from Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-duty-of-civil-disobedience-by-henry-david-thoreau-2/ |
that government best governs least famous opening line essay slavery crisis inflamed new england 1840s 1850s environment became especially tense fugitive slave act 1850 lifelong abolitionist thoreau delivered impassioned speech would later become civil disobedience 1848 months leaving walden pond speech dealt slavery time excoriated american imperialism particularly mexican american war thoreau asserts governments typically harmful helpful therefore cannot justified democracy cure this majorities simply virtue majorities also gain virtues wisdom justice judgment individual s conscience necessarily inferior decisions political body majority i t desirable cultivate respect law much right obligation right assume time think right law never made men whit just and means respect it even well disposed daily made agents injustice adds i cannot instant recognize government that slave s government also wikipedia |
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9554 |
10189 |
Primary Reader: Old-time Stories, Fairy Tales and Myths Retold by Children |
E. Louise Smythe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a book of simple, classic stories for beginning readers. It is included in Year 1 of the Ambleside reading list. There are short lists of reading words on each page, and these have been read by a child. - Summary by Sarah Jennings</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-primary-reader-by-e-louise-smythe/ |
book simple classic stories beginning readers included year 1 ambleside reading list short lists reading words page read child summary sarah jennings p |
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9563 |
10198 |
History of the Four Georges in Four Volumes, Volume 1 |
Justin McCarthy |
Early Modern |
Justin McCarthy (1830-1912), liberal member of Parliament and historian. He brings the great 18th Century personalities to life: Walpole and Swift, Bolingbroke and Mary Wortley Montagu, the Old Pretender and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the four King Georges. The first volume begins with the death of Queen Anne in 1714 and ends in 1733, with Robert Walpole fleeing Parliament as London erupts in rioting over his excise scheme. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-four-georges-volume-1-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
justin mccarthy 1830 1912 liberal member parliament historian brings great 18th century personalities life walpole swift bolingbroke mary wortley montagu old pretender bonnie prince charlie four king georges first volume begins death queen anne 1714 ends 1733 robert walpole fleeing parliament london erupts rioting excise scheme summary pamela nagami p |
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9555 |
10190 |
Èmile |
Jean-Jacques Rousseau |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Emile, or On Education or Émile, or Treatise on Education (French: Émile, ou De l’éducation) was published in 1762 in French and German and in 1763 in English. The significance of Rousseau in education as well as in politics must be found in his revolutionary attitude toward established institutions. Some of his biographers relate the story that when the Academy of Dijon, in 1749, offered a prize for an essay on the question whether the progress of the arts and sciences has tended to the purification of morals and manners, he followed the suggestion of Diderot, who reminded him of the greater notoriety which he could gain by advocating the negative side. The Archbishop of Paris, Christophe de Beaumont (1703-1781), saw in it a dangerous, mischievous work, and gave himself the trouble of writing a long encyclical letter in order to point out the book to the reprobation of the faithful. This was due to the Fourth Book, Confessions of a Savoyard Priest.<br><br>Rousseau created an imaginary child named Emile and became his tutor. As tutor, he was careful to keep the passions in check while developing the mind. Then he created an imaginary mate for Emile named Sophy.<br><br>The book was reviewed in The Monthly Review 1763 printed by Ralph Griffiths. "Rousseau says man is born twice, first to exist, then to live; once to a species and again with regard to sex. At the age of puberty commences the second birth, when he is truly born to live, and enters into full possession of the powers of human nature. Tho' nature points out the time when youth emerges from infancy this period may be either accelerated or retarded by education." It was originally translated into English as early as 1768.<br><br>William H. Payne (1836–1907) translated Emile in 1895. This reading is from Barbara Foxley's 1912 translation from Gutenberg.org. (Summary by Soupy)<br><br> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/emile-by-jean-jacques-rousseau/ |
emile education émile treatise education french émile ou de l éducation published 1762 french german 1763 english significance rousseau education well politics must found revolutionary attitude toward established institutions biographers relate story academy dijon 1749 offered prize essay question whether progress arts sciences tended purification morals manners followed suggestion diderot reminded greater notoriety could gain advocating negative side archbishop paris christophe de beaumont 1703 1781 saw dangerous mischievous work gave trouble writing long encyclical letter order point book reprobation faithful due fourth book confessions savoyard priest br br rousseau created imaginary child named emile became tutor tutor careful keep passions check developing mind created imaginary mate emile named sophy br br the book reviewed monthly review 1763 printed ralph griffiths rousseau says man born twice first exist live species regard sex age puberty commences second birth truly born live enters full possession powers human nature tho nature points time youth emerges infancy period may either accelerated retarded education originally translated english early 1768 br br william h payne 1836 1907 translated emile 1895 reading barbara foxley s 1912 translation gutenberg org summary soupy br br |
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9556 |
10191 |
Tedric |
E. E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
This is a wonderful combination of far future science fiction with Conan like sword and sorcery; lots of blood, gore, honor and evil. The immensely powerful hero, Tedric, is a man's man who refuses to accept the cruel human sacrifices demanded by the 'god' Sarpedion and is set on destroying him. To do this he needs some secrets of metallurgy that future social scientists are willing to give him. He manages to overcome all obstacles until of course he meets the dazzlingly lovely Lady Rhoaan who stops him cold. A great story written by the incomparable E. E. "Doc" Smith, author of the Lensman series. And there is a great sequel to this story which will be added to the catalog in the near future. It is called Lord Tedric. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tedric-by-e-e-smith/ |
wonderful combination far future science fiction conan like sword sorcery lots blood gore honor evil immensely powerful hero tedric man s man refuses accept cruel human sacrifices demanded god sarpedion set destroying him needs secrets metallurgy future social scientists willing give him manages overcome obstacles course meets dazzlingly lovely lady rhoaan stops cold great story written incomparable e e doc smith author lensman series great sequel story added catalog near future called lord tedric p |
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9557 |
10192 |
Raiders of the Universes |
Donald Wandrei |
Science Fiction |
It was the 34th century and all five of the Federation of Planets around Sol were buzzing with their usual activity when the Raiders appeared. They were indeed Raiders of Universes because they had ravaged many systems before reaching Earth and showed no signs of slowing down in the least. Their weapons were invincible, their greed merciless and their natures completely alien. Indeed 'they' were from another dimension entirely. Eating up entire solar systems and planets, they slowed down just a bit when intelligent life was found on Earth. Not much since they were in a hurry, but just long enough to tell the Earthlings to mine all the Radium ore on Earth and put it conveniently on the surface ...... in six days....or else. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/raiders-of-the-universes-by-donald-wandrei/ |
34th century five federation planets around sol buzzing usual activity raiders appeared indeed raiders universes ravaged many systems reaching earth showed signs slowing least weapons invincible greed merciless natures completely alien indeed they another dimension entirely eating entire solar systems planets slowed bit intelligent life found earth much since hurry long enough tell earthlings mine radium ore earth put conveniently surface six days or else summary phil chenevert p |
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9558 |
10193 |
Poems |
Adam Lindsay Gordon |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Adam Lindsay Gordon, 'British-born Australian Steeple-Chase Rider and Poet'.<br></br>"The poems of Gordon have an interest beyond the mere personal one which his friends attach to his name. Written, as they were, at odd times and leisure moments of a stirring and adventurous life, it is not to be wondered at if they are unequal or unfinished. The astonishment of those who knew the man, and can gauge the capacity of this city [Melbourne] to foster poetic instinct, is that such work was ever produced here at all. Intensely nervous, and feeling much of that shame at the exercise of the higher intelligence which besets those who are known to be renowned in field sports, Gordon produced his poems shyly, scribbled them on scraps of paper, and sent them anonymously to magazines. It was not until he discovered one morning that everybody knew a couplet or two of "How we Beat the Favourite" that he consented to forego his anonymity and appear in the unsuspected character of a versemaker. The success of his republished "collected" poems gave him courage, and the unreserved praise which greeted "Bush Ballads" should have urged him to forget or to conquer those evil promptings which, unhappily, brought about his untimely death.' - Summary from the Preface.<br>Note: The dramas (fragment of the Road to Avernus and Ashtaroth) have been left out of this volume. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-adam-lindsay-gordon/ |
volume poems adam lindsay gordon british born australian steeple chase rider poet br br the poems gordon interest beyond mere personal one friends attach name written were odd times leisure moments stirring adventurous life wondered unequal unfinished astonishment knew man gauge capacity city melbourne foster poetic instinct work ever produced all intensely nervous feeling much shame exercise higher intelligence besets known renowned field sports gordon produced poems shyly scribbled scraps paper sent anonymously magazines discovered one morning everybody knew couplet two how beat favourite consented forego anonymity appear unsuspected character versemaker success republished collected poems gave courage unreserved praise greeted bush ballads urged forget conquer evil promptings which unhappily brought untimely death summary preface br note dramas fragment road avernus ashtaroth left volume |
| 9621 |
9559 |
10194 |
Helen of Troy and Other Poems |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
Sara Teasdale was an American poet, originally from Missouri, later attaching herself more to New York. Helen of Troy was one of her first great successes. This volume also contains the small drama On the Tower, which is recorded here with a full cast. <br></br>Cast List:<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10216">mbm0rxi</a><br>Knight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9123">Shakira Searle</a></p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/helen-of-troy-and-other-poems-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american poet originally missouri later attaching new york helen troy one first great successes volume also contains small drama tower recorded full cast br br cast list br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br lady a href https librivox org reader 10216 mbm0rxi a br knight a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br page a href https librivox org reader 9123 shakira searle a p |
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9560 |
10195 |
Patrician |
John Galsworthy |
Published 1900 onward |
The book revolves around the story of two love affairs. Miltoun (an aspiring politician) proposes to Mrs Audrey Noel, only to find that she is not a widow as everyone supposes, but that her husband is still alive and therefore the match is impossible. Meanwhile, Miltoun’s younger sister Barbara develops an equally unwise romance with the rebellious Courtier.<br />\nThe story of what happens to these ill-matched pairs is played out against a brilliant portrayal of the Victorian upper class, its snobbery and its concerns. (The patrician in the title refers to Miltoun, who is thus called by Courtier, whose politics are the opposite to his.)<br />\nSummary by Simon Evers</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-patrician-by-john-galsworthy/ |
book revolves around story two love affairs miltoun an aspiring politician proposes mrs audrey noel find widow everyone supposes husband still alive therefore match impossible meanwhile miltoun s younger sister barbara develops equally unwise romance rebellious courtier br story happens ill matched pairs played brilliant portrayal victorian upper class snobbery concerns the patrician title refers miltoun thus called courtier whose politics opposite his br summary simon evers p |
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9564 |
10199 |
Poems |
George Santayana |
Single author |
George Santayana was born in Spain, educated in Boston and taught at Harvard before returning to Europe to spend the last forty years of his life writing. He is primarily known as a philosopher, his five-volume The Life of Reason being his magnus opus. But he also wrote a successful novel, The Last Puritan, as well as plays, essays and poetry. During his time at Harvard he influenced many of his student including T.S. Eliot and Robert Frost.<br><br>Of these poems which he chose to collect together in this volume he says, "What I felt when I composed those verses could not have been rendered in any other form. Their sincerity is absolute, not only in respect to the thought which might be abstracted from them and expressed in prose, but also in respect to the aura of literary and religious associations which envelops them. . . . In one sense I think that my verses, mental and thin as their texture may be, represent a true inspiration, a true docility. . . . For as to the subject of these poems, it is simply my philosophy in the making." (From the Preface) <br><br>The collection consists of fifty sonnets, a few odes an a selection of miscellaneous poems. The volume concludes with as essay about Santayana by poet and literary critic Edmund Gosse who says of Santayana's poetry, "Only in solitude can soliloquies be appreciated, and Mr. Santayana is not an author for loud streets..." Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-george-santayana/ |
george santayana born spain educated boston taught harvard returning europe spend last forty years life writing primarily known philosopher five volume life reason magnus opus also wrote successful novel last puritan well plays essays poetry time harvard influenced many student including t s eliot robert frost br br of poems chose collect together volume says what felt composed verses could rendered form sincerity absolute respect thought might abstracted expressed prose also respect aura literary religious associations envelops them one sense think verses mental thin texture may be represent true inspiration true docility subject poems simply philosophy making from preface br br the collection consists fifty sonnets odes selection miscellaneous poems volume concludes essay santayana poet literary critic edmund gosse says santayana s poetry only solitude soliloquies appreciated mr santayana author loud streets summary larry wilson p |
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9565 |
10200 |
Dark |
Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<i>The Dark</i> is a novella about a desperate young man, a “terrorist and nihilist”, trying to avoid arrest by taking refuge in a brothel. The story focuses on his unfolding relationship with a prostitute in the brothel and the internal conflict which torments him. The author, Leonid Andreyev, an acclaimed Russian playwright and writer of short fiction, was noted for the darkness in his work. This book was published by Leonard and Virginia Woolf.\n( Lee Smalley)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-dark-by-leonid-nikolayevich-andreyev/ |
i the dark i novella desperate young man terrorist nihilist trying avoid arrest taking refuge brothel story focuses unfolding relationship prostitute brothel internal conflict torments him author leonid andreyev acclaimed russian playwright writer short fiction noted darkness work book published leonard virginia woolf lee smalley p |
| 9625 |
9566 |
10201 |
Dutch Courage and Other Stories |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Jack London was quoted as saying, "I've never written a line that I'd be ashamed for my young daughters to read, and I never shall write such a line!" After his death in 1916, his wife Charmian assembled a collection of stories, most of which he had written for young readers, but at least one of which was for more mature readers, "Whose Business is to Live." Like most of London's work, his short stories could be read by young readers and then again when they were older with mature minds. These stories draw from London's own extensive experience in the world and demonstrate the dictum that "good writing is good writing" no matter for whom it was written. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/dutch-courage-and-other-stories-by-jack-london/ |
jack london quoted saying i ve never written line i d ashamed young daughters read never shall write line death 1916 wife charmian assembled collection stories written young readers least one mature readers whose business live like london s work short stories could read young readers older mature minds stories draw london s extensive experience world demonstrate dictum good writing good writing matter written summary w jenkins p |
| 9626 |
9567 |
10202 |
Three Minute Stories |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Short works |
This is a delightful collection of little stories for little people, just right to be listened to at bed time by a sleepy boy or girl. Some have a moral, some are just fun and some are poems; but all of them are either written or adapted by the well known author Laura Richards. These bite sized stories are all sweetly reminiscent of by gone days when life seemed simpler and easier for adults and children. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/three-minute-stories-by-laura-e-richards/ |
delightful collection little stories little people right listened bed time sleepy boy girl moral fun poems either written adapted well known author laura richards bite sized stories sweetly reminiscent gone days life seemed simpler easier adults children summary phil chenevert p |
| 9627 |
9568 |
10203 |
Verses |
Susan Coolidge |
Poetry |
Susan Coolidge was the pen name of Sarah Chauncey Woolsey, who is best known for her <i>What Katy Did</i> series. This is the first of three volumes of her verse. (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/verses-by-susan-coolidge/ |
susan coolidge pen name sarah chauncey woolsey best known i what katy did i series first three volumes verse summary rachel p |
| 9628 |
9569 |
10204 |
Bible (YLT) 22: Song of Solomon |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles, Young's Literal Translation |
The Song of Songs, also known as the Song of Solomon, the Canticle of Canticles, or simply Canticles, is one of the books of the Ketuvim (the "Writings", the last section of the Hebrew Bible), and the fifth of the "wisdom" books of the Christian Old Testament. Scripturally, the Song of Songs is unique in that it makes no reference to "Law" or "Covenant", nor does it teach or explore "wisdom" in the manner of Proverbs or Ecclesiastes. Instead, it celebrates sexual love. It gives "the voices of two lovers, praising each other, yearning for each other, proffering invitations to enjoy". The two are in harmony, each desiring the other and rejoicing in sexual intimacy; the women (or "daughters") of Jerusalem form a chorus to the lovers, functioning as an audience whose participation in the lovers' erotic encounters facilitates the participation of the reader.<br />\nJewish tradition reads it as an allegory of the relationship between God and Israel. Christian tradition, in addition to appreciating the literal meaning of a romantic song between man and woman, has read the poem as an allegory of Christ (the bridegroom) and his Church (the bride). (Summary modified from Wikipedia)<br/><br/><strong>Cast</strong>:<br/>\nNarrator / Brothers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a><br>Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2149">Mark Penfold</a><br>Friends: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by TriciaG</strong><br /><br /> |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-solomon-youngs-literal-translation/ |
song songs also known song solomon canticle canticles simply canticles one books ketuvim the writings last section hebrew bible fifth wisdom books christian old testament scripturally song songs unique makes reference law covenant teach explore wisdom manner proverbs ecclesiastes instead celebrates sexual love gives the voices two lovers praising other yearning other proffering invitations enjoy two harmony desiring rejoicing sexual intimacy women or daughters jerusalem form chorus lovers functioning audience whose participation lovers erotic encounters facilitates participation reader br jewish tradition reads allegory relationship god israel christian tradition addition appreciating literal meaning romantic song man woman read poem allegory christ the bridegroom church the bride summary modified wikipedia br br strong cast strong br narrator brothers a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br woman a href https librivox org reader 123 ezwa a br man a href https librivox org reader 2149 mark penfold a br friends a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br br strong audio edited triciag strong br br |
| 9629 |
9570 |
10205 |
Calculus Made Easy |
Silvanus P. Thompson |
Mathematics |
<i>Calculus Made Easy: Being a Very-Simplest Introduction to Those Beautiful Methods of Reckoning which Are Generally Called by the Terrifying Names of the Differential Calculus and the Integral Calculus</i> is is a book on infinitesimal calculus originally published in 1910 by Silvanus P. Thompson, considered a classic and elegant introduction to the subject. (from Wikipedia) <br><br>\n \n<i>Some calculus-tricks are quite easy. Some are enormously difficult. The fools who write the textbooks of advanced mathematics—and they are mostly clever fools—seldom take the trouble to show you how easy the easy calculations are. On the contrary, they seem to desire to impress you with their tremendous cleverness by going about it in the most difficult way.\nBeing myself a remarkably stupid fellow, I have had to unteach myself the difficulties, and now beg to present to my fellow fools the parts that are not hard. Master these thoroughly, and the rest will follow. What one fool can do, another can.</i> (from the Prologue) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/calculus-made-easy-by-silvanus-p-thompson/ |
i calculus made easy very simplest introduction beautiful methods reckoning generally called terrifying names differential calculus integral calculus i book infinitesimal calculus originally published 1910 silvanus p thompson considered classic elegant introduction subject from wikipedia br br i some calculus tricks quite easy enormously difficult fools write textbooks advanced mathematics and mostly clever fools seldom take trouble show easy easy calculations are contrary seem desire impress tremendous cleverness going difficult way remarkably stupid fellow unteach difficulties beg present fellow fools parts hard master thoroughly rest follow one fool do another can i from prologue |
| 9630 |
9572 |
10207 |
In The Dark |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, the majority are in dialect. </p>\n\nRiley began his career writing verses as a sign maker and submitting poetry to newspapers. Thanks in part to an endorsement from poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, he eventually earned successive jobs at Indiana newspaper publishers during the latter 1870s. </p>\n\nRiley became a bestselling author in the 1890s. His children's poems were compiled into a book and illustrated by Howard Chandler Christy. Titled the Rhymes of Childhood, the book was his most popular and sold millions of copies. As a poet, Riley achieved an uncommon level of fame during his own lifetime. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-dark-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored majority dialect p riley began career writing verses sign maker submitting poetry newspapers thanks part endorsement poet henry wadsworth longfellow eventually earned successive jobs indiana newspaper publishers latter 1870s p riley became bestselling author 1890s children s poems compiled book illustrated howard chandler christy titled rhymes childhood book popular sold millions copies poet riley achieved uncommon level fame lifetime summary wikipedia p |
| 9631 |
9573 |
10208 |
Travels in Lancashire |
Samuel Laycock |
Travel Fiction, Poetry, Travel & Geography |
A collection of fiction, non-fiction and poetry on travels in Lancashire, England, with occasional sorties into adjacent counties. - Summary by Phil Benson</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/travels-in-lancashire-by-various/ |
collection fiction non fiction poetry travels lancashire england occasional sorties adjacent counties summary phil benson p |
| 9632 |
9574 |
10209 |
String of Pearls (dramatic reading) |
Unknown |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
Todd is a barber who murders his customers and turns their remains into meat pies, sold at the pie shop of his partner in crime: Mrs. Lovett; Todd's barber shop is situated in Fleet Street, London, next to St. Dunstan's church, and is connected to Lovett's bakers shop in nearby Bell Yard by means of an underground passage. Todd dispatches his victims by pulling a lever while they are in his barber chair, which makes them fall backward down a revolving trapdoor, generally causing them to break their necks or skulls. In the event they are alive, he goes to the basement and "polishes them off" by slitting the victim's throat with his straight razor. Todd has a young assistant named Tobias Ragg. Summary by Wikipedia<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nSweeney Todd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nTobias Ragg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/ 10143">Ashur Gharavi </a><br />\nMrs. Ragg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas </a><br />\nMrs. Lovett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br />\nJaravis Williams: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11191">Carolyn Agee</a><br />\nJohanna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nMr. Oakley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11622">Patrick Saville</a><br />\nMrs. Oakley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9392">CJ Plog</a><br />\nBen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br />\nSam the Shop Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br />\nColonel Jeffery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11378">Sam Isaacson</a><br />\nSir Richard (Blunt): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10079">Anna Vos</a><br />\nMr. Fogg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br />\nWatson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10389">Brian Lornie</a><br />\nMr. Lupin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3483">Alan Winterrowd</a><br />\nThe Lapidary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nCaptain Raithbone: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nChurchwarden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br />\nPorter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br />\nMary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br /><br>\n\nVarious other roles read by: \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10079">Anna Vos</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>. \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10977">Mark Crowle-Groves </a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11378">Sam Isaacson</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10649">Vera Sticker</a><br><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br />\n<b>Proof listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10389">Brian Lornie</a><br /><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-string-of-pearls-dramatic-reading-by-unknown/ |
todd barber murders customers turns remains meat pies sold pie shop partner crime mrs lovett todd s barber shop situated fleet street london next st dunstan s church connected lovett s bakers shop nearby bell yard means underground passage todd dispatches victims pulling lever barber chair makes fall backward revolving trapdoor generally causing break necks skulls event alive goes basement polishes off slitting victim s throat straight razor todd young assistant named tobias ragg summary wikipedia br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br sweeney todd a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br tobias ragg a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br mrs ragg a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs lovett a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br jaravis williams a href https librivox org reader 11191 carolyn agee a br johanna a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr oakley a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a a href https librivox org reader 11622 patrick saville a br mrs oakley a href https librivox org reader 9392 cj plog a br ben a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br sam shop boy a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br colonel jeffery a href https librivox org reader 11378 sam isaacson a br sir richard blunt a href https librivox org reader 10079 anna vos a br mr fogg a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br watson a href https librivox org reader 10389 brian lornie a br mr lupin a href https librivox org reader 3483 alan winterrowd a br lapidary a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br captain raithbone a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br churchwarden a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br porter a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br mary a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br various roles read by a href https librivox org reader 10079 anna vos a a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 10977 mark crowle groves a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a a href https librivox org reader 11378 sam isaacson a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a a href https librivox org reader 10649 vera sticker a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br b proof listener b a href https librivox org reader 10389 brian lornie a br br |
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9575 |
10210 |
Lord Tedric (version 2) |
E. E. Smith |
Fantasy Fiction |
The best of science fantasy meets the best of science fiction as Tedric battles his way through two universes of adventure: \nIn one universe...Tedric the Ironmaster wields the mightiest sword his world has ever seen - and swears to break the power of the evil god Sarpedion, or die in the attempt. This is the second in a series and takes place when Tedric, now a Lord, begins learning how to plan and observe instead of just rushing in to kill. \nIn another universe...only Tedric's strength and daring stand between the dwindling power of the Terran Empire and total alien conquest. Brought from his own distant world by the mysterious Scientists, working toward an end he cannot know, Tedric brings the war-wisdom of his own past into a universe of starships and alien powers. But that is for future books in the series. On Time Track Number Two however, there was one little event that could be used to avert it—the presence of a naked woman in public. So, Skandos One removed the clothing from the Lady Rhoann and after one look, Lord Tedric did the rest! - (Summary in part from Gutenberg text )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lord-tedric-version-2-by-e-e-smith/ |
best science fantasy meets best science fiction tedric battles way two universes adventure one universe tedric ironmaster wields mightiest sword world ever seen swears break power evil god sarpedion die attempt second series takes place tedric lord begins learning plan observe instead rushing kill another universe only tedric s strength daring stand dwindling power terran empire total alien conquest brought distant world mysterious scientists working toward end cannot know tedric brings war wisdom past universe starships alien powers future books series time track number two however one little event could used avert it the presence naked woman public so skandos one removed clothing lady rhoann one look lord tedric rest summary part gutenberg text p |
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9576 |
10211 |
Five Minute Stories |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Family |
Another collection of poems and short stories by Laura Richards. Yes, these are all short and mostly all delightfully innocent and sweet. Some have a moral for little children, and some are just funny or poignant or educational, but all are a peek into the way of life of a century ago when children lived a slower and possibly happier life and kids loved to be read a story at bedtime. No cell phones or TV, just a loving connection between parent and child. So if you want to see what it was like to listen to a story or a poem from a simpler time, just pick one from the great variety here, turn down the lamp and settle down to enjoy the warm glow of good old fashioned story tellin'. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/five-minute-stories-by-laura-e-richards/ |
another collection poems short stories laura richards yes short mostly delightfully innocent sweet moral little children funny poignant educational peek way life century ago children lived slower possibly happier life kids loved read story bedtime cell phones tv loving connection parent child want see like listen story poem simpler time pick one great variety here turn lamp settle enjoy warm glow good old fashioned story tellin summary phil chenevert p |
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9577 |
10212 |
Poems of Experience |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is another volume of Ella Wheeler Wicox's famous series. This time, the topic is Experience. The short play <i>The New Hawaiian Girl</i> is included in this volume. <br></br>The cast of <i>The New Hawaiian Girl</i> is <br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Ralph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Ethel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9737">Diana Schmidt</a><br>The Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8463">Michele Fry</a><br>- Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-experience-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
another volume ella wheeler wicox s famous series time topic experience short play i the new hawaiian girl i included volume br br the cast i the new hawaiian girl i br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br ralph a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br ethel a href https librivox org reader 9737 diana schmidt a br the girl a href https librivox org reader 8463 michele fry a br summary carolin p |
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12444 |
13154 |
Stories without Tears |
Barry Pain |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories by Barry Pain, first published in 1914. While generally best-known for his horror and supernatural fiction, Barry Pain turns to general fiction, mystery, and humour in this volume. Sorely needed in 1914, one might say, and perhaps also sorely needed today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/stories-without-tears-by-barry-pain/ |
collection short stories barry pain first published 1914 generally best known horror supernatural fiction barry pain turns general fiction mystery humour volume sorely needed 1914 one might say perhaps also sorely needed today summary carolin |
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9578 |
10213 |
Dead Men's Shoes |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Family Life, Romance |
Sybil, a gentlewoman who has to work for a living, finally finds employment as her rich uncle's house keeper. Nothing could be better: she would finally have an easy job in which she is treated well, and inherit her uncle's money after his death. But then she falls in love with the wrong man. When her uncle is poisoned, suspicion falls upon her. How would she be able to clear her name? What really happened to her uncle? This is a first rate murder mystery, for fans of Wilkie Collins. Yet it is also a story about love: family love, romantic love, and the love we bear for our community. - Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dead-mens-shoes-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
sybil gentlewoman work living finally finds employment rich uncle s house keeper nothing could better would finally easy job treated well inherit uncle s money death falls love wrong man uncle poisoned suspicion falls upon her would able clear name really happened uncle first rate murder mystery fans wilkie collins yet also story love family love romantic love love bear community summary stav nisser p |
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9579 |
10214 |
Valley of Fear (Version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
Receiving a mysterious cypher message from a Fred Porlock, apparent agent of the infamous Professor Moriarty, Holmes and Watson set about deciphering the message, taking them into the mysterious murder of John Douglas. The connection between the murder and the message from Porlock creates the basis for this new Sherlock mystery, the last novel written by Doyle featuring the famous detective. - Summary by David Clarke</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-fear-version-3-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
receiving mysterious cypher message fred porlock apparent agent infamous professor moriarty holmes watson set deciphering message taking mysterious murder john douglas connection murder message porlock creates basis new sherlock mystery last novel written doyle featuring famous detective summary david clarke p |
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9580 |
10215 |
What Katy Did (Dramatic Reading) |
Susan Coolidge |
Family Life, Family |
Katy Carr always gets in trouble for <i>everything.</i> When her mother died, she told Katy to be a mother to the little ones. But it seems like Katy can't do anything right. Her Aunt Izzie always scolds her, so one day Katy decides to ignore her aunt's command and ride the swing in the barn. Suddenly, something cracks, Katy feels like she's falling, and everything goes dark. (Summary by Esther ben Simonides)<br><br>\n\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>Aunt Izzy/Miss Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Katy Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Clover Carr, Miss Knight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Elsie Carr, Millerite, The German Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Dr. Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10178">Bill</a><br>Dorry Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Cecy Hall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Johnnie Carr, Woman, Maria Fiske: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313">Rosalynn</a><br>Phil Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423">Johnny Smith</a><br>Dr. Stone, Dr. Alsop, Mr. Berger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Miss Petingill, Mrs. Spenser, Alice Blair, Debby, Mrs. Worrett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10386">Becca Maggie</a><br>Imogen Clark: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>Marianne O'Riley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a><br>Mama Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10314">TheMom</a><br>A bigger girl, Old Mary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Cousin Helen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Teacher of the School of Pain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Bridget: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-by-susan-coolidge-3/ |
katy carr always gets trouble i everything i mother died told katy mother little ones seems like katy can t anything right aunt izzie always scolds her one day katy decides ignore aunt s command ride swing barn suddenly something cracks katy feels like falling everything goes dark summary esther ben simonides br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br aunt izzy miss carr a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br katy carr a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br clover carr miss knight a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br elsie carr millerite german girl a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br dr carr a href https librivox org reader 10178 bill a br dorry carr a href https librivox org reader 10422 eddy sherman a br cecy hall a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br johnnie carr woman maria fiske a href https librivox org reader 10313 rosalynn a br phil carr a href https librivox org reader 10423 johnny smith a br dr stone dr alsop mr berger a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br miss petingill mrs spenser alice blair debby mrs worrett a href https librivox org reader 10386 becca maggie a br imogen clark a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a br marianne o riley a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a br mama carr a href https librivox org reader 10314 themom a br a bigger girl old mary a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cousin helen a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br teacher school pain a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br bridget a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br |
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9581 |
10216 |
Anniversary Poems |
John Donne |
Elegies & Odes |
Elizabeth Drury, daughter of Donne's patron, Sir Robert Drury, died in 1610. A year later Donne laments her hyperbolically as the soul of the created universe. In "An Anatomy of the World: The First Anniversary," he poetically scrutinizes that year-old corpse, the world, as if he were performing an autopsy (an "anatomy"). He finds it corrupt in every part, the dead woman having carried with her every spark of goodness it once contained. To commemorate the second anniversary of Miss Drury's death, Donne's "Progress of the Soul" (1612) celebrates her liberation from this world, urges readers to follow her example, and performs a cheerful spiritual meditation upon the process of death, burial, and corruption—cheerful because death frees us from the inconveniences of this life and serves as a portal to the next. Each poem is introduced by an encomium that, though purporting to be written by another hand, appears to be the poet's own work. (Summary by Thomas Copeland) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-anniversary-poems-by-john-donne/ |
elizabeth drury daughter donne s patron sir robert drury died 1610 year later donne laments hyperbolically soul created universe an anatomy world first anniversary poetically scrutinizes year old corpse world performing autopsy an anatomy finds corrupt every part dead woman carried every spark goodness contained commemorate second anniversary miss drury s death donne s progress soul 1612 celebrates liberation world urges readers follow example performs cheerful spiritual meditation upon process death burial corruption cheerful death frees us inconveniences life serves portal next poem introduced encomium that though purporting written another hand appears poet s work summary thomas copeland p |
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9582 |
10217 |
Ebony and Crystal |
Clark Ashton Smith |
Single author |
As stated in L'Alouette: A Magazine of Verse, "Ebony and Crystal is an artist's intrepid repudiation of the world of trolleys and cash-registers, Freudian complexes and Binet-Simon tests, for realms of exalted and iridescent strangeness beyond space and time yet real as any reality because dreams have made them so. Mr. Smith has escaped the fetish of life and the world, and glimpsed the perverse, titanic beauty of death and the universe; taking infinity as his canvas and recording in awe the vagaries of suns and planets, gods, and daemons, and blind amorphous horrors that haunt gardens of polychrome fungi more remote than Algol and Achernar. It is a cosmos of vivid flame and glacial abysses that he celebrates, and the colorful luxuriance with which he peoples it could be born from nothing less than sheer genius.\n<br><br>\nThe summation of Mr. Smith's exotic vision is perhaps attained in the long phantasmal procession of blank verse pentameters entitled, "The Hashish-Eater; or, the Apocalypse of Evil." In this frenzied plunge through nameless gulfs of interstellar terror the Californian presents a narcotic pageant of poisonous vermilious and paralysing shadows whose content is equalled only by its verbal medium; a medium involving one of the most opulent and fastidiously choice vocabularies ever commanded by a writer of English." \n<br><br>\nClark Ashton Smith, referred to as one of the big three of Weird Tales, was a romantic-style poet, a Lovecraftian-style writer and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics. Ebony and Crystal, published in 1922, was Smith's last collection of pure poetry. <br>\n - Summary by Mary Kay and L'Alouette: A Magazine of Verse |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ebony-and-crystal-by-clark-ashton-smith/ |
stated l alouette magazine verse ebony crystal artist s intrepid repudiation world trolleys cash registers freudian complexes binet simon tests realms exalted iridescent strangeness beyond space time yet real reality dreams made so mr smith escaped fetish life world glimpsed perverse titanic beauty death universe taking infinity canvas recording awe vagaries suns planets gods daemons blind amorphous horrors haunt gardens polychrome fungi remote algol achernar cosmos vivid flame glacial abysses celebrates colorful luxuriance peoples could born nothing less sheer genius br br summation mr smith s exotic vision perhaps attained long phantasmal procession blank verse pentameters entitled the hashish eater or apocalypse evil frenzied plunge nameless gulfs interstellar terror californian presents narcotic pageant poisonous vermilious paralysing shadows whose content equalled verbal medium medium involving one opulent fastidiously choice vocabularies ever commanded writer english br br clark ashton smith referred one big three weird tales romantic style poet lovecraftian style writer literary friend h p lovecraft poet considered one last great west coast romantics ebony crystal published 1922 smith s last collection pure poetry br summary mary kay l alouette magazine verse |
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9583 |
10218 |
Mentor: Game Animals of America |
William T. Hornaday |
Animals |
This is Vol. 4, No. 13, Serial No. 113 of The Mentor, published Aug 15, 1916.\n\nThis edition of the Mentor Magazine is devoted to big game animals in North America. There is an emphasis on preservation of these animals and opposition to big game hunting as a sport. These include the Prong-Horned Antelope, Mountain Sheep, Mountain Goat, Caribou, Moose, Musk-Ox, Elk, and the American Bison. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-mentor-game-animals-of-america-by-william-t-hornaday/ |
vol 4 no 13 serial no 113 mentor published aug 15 1916 edition mentor magazine devoted big game animals north america emphasis preservation animals opposition big game hunting sport include prong horned antelope mountain sheep mountain goat caribou moose musk ox elk american bison summary larry wilson p |
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12468 |
13179 |
Houses of Sin |
Vincent O'Sullivan |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by notable American horror story author Vincent O'Sullivan. These poems are as dark as most of his other writings, and are best enjoyed by those who are not faint of heart. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-houses-of-sin-by-vincent-osullivan/ |
volume poetry notable american horror story author vincent o sullivan poems dark writings best enjoyed faint heart summary carolin |
| 9644 |
9587 |
10222 |
Fold |
Alice Meynell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Alice Christiana Gertrude Meynell was an English writer, editor, critic, and suffragist, now remembered mainly as a poet.\n\nAt the end of the 19th century, in conjunction with uprisings against the British (among them the Indians', the Zulus', the Boxer Rebellion, and the Muslim revolt led by Muhammad Ahmed in the Sudan), many European scholars, writers, and artists, began to question Europe's colonial imperialism. This led the Meynells and others in their circle to speak out for the oppressed. Alice Meynell was a vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, founded by Cicely Hamilton and active 1908–19. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-fold-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice christiana gertrude meynell english writer editor critic suffragist remembered mainly poet end 19th century conjunction uprisings british among indians zulus boxer rebellion muslim revolt led muhammad ahmed sudan many european scholars writers artists began question europe s colonial imperialism led meynells others circle speak oppressed alice meynell vice president women writers suffrage league founded cicely hamilton active 1908 19 summary wikipedia p |
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9588 |
10223 |
Symbolism |
Johann Adam Möhler |
Christianity - Commentary |
Johann Adam Möhler was professor theology at the Tübingen University where both Catholics and Protestants taught and studied. In 1832 he published Symbolism; a work that examined the doctrines of original sin, grace and free will as held by the different Christian confessions. It caused a storm of controversy in the Protestant nations of Europe. In it he turned the weapons furnished by Hegel, the “Protestant Aquinas”, against Protestantism. His method and style were supported by the use of facts, texts, and documents. By 1838 Symbolism had been translated to 8 languages and its author had died before he completed its 5th edition. <br><br>In an age when the Catholic Church found itself divided into two camps, the “German” and the “Roman”, Döllinger, a former pupil of Möhler’s, when addressing a group of scholars at Munich in 1863 once famously quipped that the former were defending Catholicism with rifles while the latter were still using bows and arrows. The “Romans”, however, would succeed in silencing thier “German” brethren at the First Vatican Council and cut off a branch bearing good fruit. A rediscovery of the “German” school is long overdue and there is no better place to start than Möhler’s Symbolism. (Summary by Jeff Allen) </p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/symbolism-by-johann-adam-moehler/ |
johann adam möhler professor theology tübingen university catholics protestants taught studied 1832 published symbolism work examined doctrines original sin grace free held different christian confessions caused storm controversy protestant nations europe turned weapons furnished hegel protestant aquinas protestantism method style supported use facts texts documents 1838 symbolism translated 8 languages author died completed 5th edition br br in age catholic church found divided two camps german roman döllinger former pupil möhler s addressing group scholars munich 1863 famously quipped former defending catholicism rifles latter still using bows arrows romans however would succeed silencing thier german brethren first vatican council cut branch bearing good fruit rediscovery german school long overdue better place start möhler s symbolism summary jeff allen p |
| 9646 |
9589 |
10224 |
Red Money |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
Greed and lost love collide to create dark secrets. Through twists and turns, corrupt aristocrats let family and honor overshadow love and true happiness. In the end, evil passes and good endures. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/red-money-by-fergus-hume/ |
greed lost love collide create dark secrets twists turns corrupt aristocrats let family honor overshadow love true happiness end evil passes good endures summary sharon kilmer |
| 9647 |
9590 |
10225 |
Odes and Carmen Saeculare |
Quintus Horatius Flaccus (Horace) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Poetry |
Flawlessly hammered out, as if from eternal bronze—"aere perennius"—The Odes of Horace are the consummate expression of the pride, the reserve, the tragic playfulness, the epicurean calm, the absolute distinction of the Imperial Roman spirit. A few lines taken at random and learned by heart would act as a talisman in all hours to drive away the insolent pressure of the vulgar and common crowd. - John Cowper Powys (1916)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/the-odes-and-carmen-saeculare-by-quintus-horatius-flaccus-horace/ |
flawlessly hammered out eternal bronze aere perennius the odes horace consummate expression pride reserve tragic playfulness epicurean calm absolute distinction imperial roman spirit lines taken random learned heart would act talisman hours drive away insolent pressure vulgar common crowd john cowper powys 1916 p |
| 9648 |
9591 |
10226 |
Rübezahlbuch |
Carl Hauptmann |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Viele wollen ihn gesehen haben, aber wirklich gesehen hat ihn noch keiner - Rübezahl. Neun Abenteuer des geheimnisvollen Berggeists aus dem Riesengebirge. (Zusammenfassung von Gaby) |
German |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ruebezahlbuch-by-carl-hauptmann/ |
viele wollen ihn gesehen haben aber wirklich gesehen hat ihn noch keiner rübezahl neun abenteuer des geheimnisvollen berggeists aus dem riesengebirge zusammenfassung von gaby |
| 9649 |
9592 |
10227 |
Miscellaneous Poems |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry |
This is the second part of James Russell Lowell's collected poems: the Miscellaneous Poems. This series of poems covers, as the title implies, a wide range of topics, shaped into Lowell's beautiful poetry. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/miscellaneous-poems-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
second part james russell lowell s collected poems miscellaneous poems series poems covers title implies wide range topics shaped lowell s beautiful poetry summary carolin p |
| 9650 |
9593 |
10228 |
Fair Margaret |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This story is set during the reign of King Henry VII. Peter Brome is a poor man and without a father, and is in love with Margaret the dark-eyed daughter of John Castell, the kindly and wealthy merchant who has taken care of him and raised him. Through a series of unfortunate events Peter has just killed a soldier, through self defense it is true, however, the blood of the Spanish ambassador's men demands to be repaid. Now another man pursues fair Margaret the all powerful Marquis d'Aguilar of Spain, who is traveling in England upon a secret mission for the Inquisition. Much more than love hangs in the balance. (Summary by fiddlesticks) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/fair-margaret-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
story set reign king henry vii peter brome poor man without father love margaret dark eyed daughter john castell kindly wealthy merchant taken care raised him series unfortunate events peter killed soldier self defense true however blood spanish ambassador s men demands repaid another man pursues fair margaret powerful marquis d aguilar spain traveling england upon secret mission inquisition much love hangs balance summary fiddlesticks |
| 9651 |
9594 |
10229 |
Canaã |
José Pereira da Graça Aranha |
Historical Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Milkau e Lentz são dois jovens alemães que imigram para Porto do Cachoeiro, Espírito Santo. Trabalhando como colonos, desenvolvem uma relação de amizade e de competição, ao expressarem duas filosofias de vida diferentes.\nMaria, filha de imigrantes que trabalha para a família Kraus, é seduzida pelo filho do patrão. Após muitas vicissitudes, dá à luz seu filho no mato, onde a criança é devorada pelos porcos. Maria, acusada de matar seu filho, é presa e resgatada por Milkau, que foge com ela para a sua Canaã, a terra prometida, em busca da liberdade. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Portuguese |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/canaa-by-jose-pereira-da-graca-aranha/ |
milkau e lentz são dois jovens alemães que imigram para porto cachoeiro espírito santo trabalhando como colonos desenvolvem uma relação de amizade e de competição ao expressarem duas filosofias de vida diferentes maria filha de imigrantes que trabalha para família kraus é seduzida pelo filho patrão após muitas vicissitudes dá à luz seu filho mato onde criança é devorada pelos porcos maria acusada de matar seu filho é presa e resgatada por milkau que foge com ela para sua canaã terra prometida em busca da liberdade summary wikipedia |
| 9652 |
9595 |
10230 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 7 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.<br><br>The result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."<br><br>This seventh volume contains chapters from "Henry Cuyler Bunner" to "Charles Stuart Calverley". Summary by Leni.</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-7/ |
library world s best literature ancient modern work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br the result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br this seventh volume contains chapters henry cuyler bunner charles stuart calverley summary leni p |
| 9653 |
9596 |
10231 |
Cousin Pons |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
Cousin Pons is one of the final works in Balzac's long novel series titled The Human Comedy. It was published in 1847, along with Cousin Betty, as one of a complementary pair of novels, collectively titled Poor Relations. While Cousin Betty tells the story of a bitter woman who seeks revenge on her wealthier relations, in Cousin Pons, Balzac turns to the story of an timid, innocent man who is exploited and victimized by the wealthier members of his extended family.<br><br>Balzac offers probing character portraits and an indictment of greed and materialism in this detailed portrait of mid-19th-century French life. He is considered one of the finest European novelists of his century and a significant influence on the development of literary realism. (Summary by Bruce Pirie) </p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/cousin-pons-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
cousin pons one final works balzac s long novel series titled human comedy published 1847 along cousin betty one complementary pair novels collectively titled poor relations cousin betty tells story bitter woman seeks revenge wealthier relations cousin pons balzac turns story timid innocent man exploited victimized wealthier members extended family br br balzac offers probing character portraits indictment greed materialism detailed portrait mid 19th century french life considered one finest european novelists century significant influence development literary realism summary bruce pirie p |
| 9654 |
9597 |
10232 |
September |
Michael Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Michael Field was a pseudonym used for the poetry and verse drama of Katharine Harris Bradley (27 October 1846 – 26 September 1914) and her niece and ward Edith Emma Cooper (12 January 1862 – 13 December 1913). As Field they wrote around 40 works together, and a long journal Works and Days. Their intention was to keep the pen-name secret, but it became public knowledge, not long after they had confided in their friend Robert Browning. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/september-by-michael-field/ |
michael field pseudonym used poetry verse drama katharine harris bradley 27 october 1846 26 september 1914 niece ward edith emma cooper 12 january 1862 13 december 1913 field wrote around 40 works together long journal works days intention keep pen name secret became public knowledge long confided friend robert browning summary wikipedia p |
| 9655 |
9598 |
10233 |
Lucky Piece: A Story of the North Woods |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
While riding a stage back to the city late in the summer, a youngster had no money to spend, and so gives his lucky piece as payment to a young girl selling berries by the roadside. As time passes, in the Adirondack mountains of northern New York state, a tale unfolds involving two young women, two young men, and a bevy of characters the likes of which lend to a series of events which make up a fascinating story. Constance was one not to be controlled, she was a free spirit, as in fairy tales, wont to follow the moment rather than ideas presented to her by others. Frank came from a well to do family who expected nothing but success from their offspring. Robin appeared of suspicious origin, but was noble in nature, while Edith Morrison was quite well known at the Lodge in the mountains where the tale takes place. There are love stories, mushrooms, close and distant relationships, and life in the Adirondacks in this story which revolves around the lucky piece which once served as payment for a hatful of berries. (Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-lucky-piece-a-story-of-the-north-woods-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
riding stage back city late summer youngster money spend gives lucky piece payment young girl selling berries roadside time passes adirondack mountains northern new york state tale unfolds involving two young women two young men bevy characters likes lend series events make fascinating story constance one controlled free spirit fairy tales wont follow moment rather ideas presented others frank came well family expected nothing success offspring robin appeared suspicious origin noble nature edith morrison quite well known lodge mountains tale takes place love stories mushrooms close distant relationships life adirondacks story revolves around lucky piece served payment hatful berries roger melin p |
| 9656 |
9599 |
10234 |
Old Maid (Shorter) |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Dora Maria Sigerson Shorter was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter.</p>\n\nShe was born in Dublin, Ireland, the daughter of George Sigerson, a surgeon and writer, and Hester (née Varian), also a writer. She was a major figure of the Irish Literary Revival, publishing many collections of poetry from 1893. Her friends included Katharine Tynan, Rose Kavanagh and Alice Furlong, writers and poets. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-maid-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
dora maria sigerson shorter irish poet sculptor marriage 1895 wrote name dora sigerson shorter p born dublin ireland daughter george sigerson surgeon writer hester née varian also writer major figure irish literary revival publishing many collections poetry 1893 friends included katharine tynan rose kavanagh alice furlong writers poets summary wikipedia p |
| 9657 |
9600 |
10235 |
Christmas Stories From 'Household Words' And 'All The Year Round' |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Twenty stories originally published in the Christmas editions of the magazines “Household Words” and “All The Year Round”. Some of the stories have little holiday sentiment and exhibit much of the indignation Dickens felt at the social and economic injustices of his day. Some of the stories were written in collaboration with other authors. The editor of this volume chose to omit those other chapters and include only Dickens' work. The result is that some of the stories are a bit choppy, not to say confusing. (summary by david wales)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-stories-by-charles-dickens/ |
twenty stories originally published christmas editions magazines household words all year round stories little holiday sentiment exhibit much indignation dickens felt social economic injustices day stories written collaboration authors editor volume chose omit chapters include dickens work result stories bit choppy say confusing summary david wales p |
| 9658 |
9601 |
10236 |
Smuggler of King's Cove |
Sylvanus Cobb, Jr |
Detective Fiction |
Young Percy Maitland is a naval pilot and guides his late father's brig to safety, thereby saving the ship, her crew and cargo despite being pursued by the King's excise collectors. But has his father's successor taken over the smuggling business or are Ralph Tryon's plans more sinister? And what does Percy's widowed mother know? What hold does Ralph have over her? (summary by Lynne Thompson)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-smuggler-of-kings-cove-by-sylvanus-cobb-jr/ |
young percy maitland naval pilot guides late father s brig safety thereby saving ship crew cargo despite pursued king s excise collectors father s successor taken smuggling business ralph tryon s plans sinister percy s widowed mother know hold ralph her summary lynne thompson p |
| 9659 |
9602 |
10237 |
Some Eminent Women of our Times |
Millicent Garrett Fawcett |
Biography & Autobiography |
Written by Millicent Garrett, a noted British feminist, suffragist and intellectual writer, this volume is comprised of short biographical sketches of 23 influential women from Jane Austen and Elizabeth Barrett Browning to Queen Victoria and Queen Louisa of Prussia. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/some-eminent-women-of-our-times-by-millicent-garrett-fawcett/ |
written millicent garrett noted british feminist suffragist intellectual writer volume comprised short biographical sketches 23 influential women jane austen elizabeth barrett browning queen victoria queen louisa prussia summary larry wilson p |
| 9660 |
9603 |
10238 |
History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 4 |
Friedrich Schiller |
War & Military, Early Modern |
Volume Four covers the battle of Lutzen (November, 1633) to the death of Wallenstein (February, 1634) focusing on the reaction of the Protestant forces following the death of Gustavus Adolphus at Lutzen, and Wallenstein's actions leading to his death. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-thirty-years-war-volume-4-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
volume four covers battle lutzen november 1633 death wallenstein february 1634 focusing reaction protestant forces following death gustavus adolphus lutzen wallenstein s actions leading death summary alan winterrowd |
| 9661 |
9604 |
10239 |
Joss: a Reversion |
Richard Marsh |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Mary Blyth, a sales clerk who is robbed, nearly murdered and then fired from her job, thinks her luck has changed when she inherits an old house from a distant relation, Benjamin Batters. This house holds dark secrets. Murderous thugs, a mysterious threat from the Far East let her know this is not the case. <i>The Joss, a Reversion</i> is from Richard Marsh, author of “The Beetle”. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-joss-a-reversion-by-richard-marsh/ |
mary blyth sales clerk robbed nearly murdered fired job thinks luck changed inherits old house distant relation benjamin batters house holds dark secrets murderous thugs mysterious threat far east let know case i the joss reversion i richard marsh author the beetle summary alan winterrowd |
| 9662 |
9605 |
10240 |
Psalms of David |
Isaac Watts |
Single author |
Isaac Watts was a poet, hymn-writer and musician. He wrote many of what we regard as "classical hymns" such as "Joy to the World" and "When I survey the wondrous cross". His translations of the Psalms are therefore poetical and musical, as they were designed to be sung. He captures in elegant English the feel of the original Psalms as they would have been heard by the Israelites thousands of years ago. - Summary by Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/psalms-of-david-by-isaac-watts/ |
isaac watts poet hymn writer musician wrote many regard classical hymns joy world when survey wondrous cross translations psalms therefore poetical musical designed sung captures elegant english feel original psalms would heard israelites thousands years ago summary beth thomas p |
| 9663 |
9606 |
10242 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 2) |
John Hay |
Memoirs |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 2 chronicles Lincoln's life from 1856-1860. - Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-2-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 2 chronicles lincoln s life 1856 1860 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais p |
| 9664 |
9607 |
10243 |
Welcome and Farewell |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Pope Morris was an American editor, poet, and songwriter.</p>\nIn addition to his publishing and editorial work, Morris was popular as a poet and songwriter; especially well-known was his poem-turned-song "Woodman, Spare that Tree!"[10] His songs in particular were popular enough that Graham's Magazine in Philadelphia promised Morris $50, sight unseen, for any work he wanted to publish in the periodical. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-welcome-and-farewell-by-george-pope-morris/ |
george pope morris american editor poet songwriter p addition publishing editorial work morris popular poet songwriter especially well known poem turned song woodman spare tree 10 songs particular popular enough graham s magazine philadelphia promised morris 50 sight unseen work wanted publish periodical summary wikipedia p |
| 9665 |
9608 |
10244 |
Grimm's Fairy Tales - Retold in One-Syllable Words |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The stories we have read and loved but retold in words of one syllable to make it easier for young readers or those where English is a second language. Some you will know and love, others you may never have heard of but all are worth reading and listening to. Hansel and Grethel, The Wolf and the Six Little Kids; 3 tales about elves; Snow White and Rose Red; King Roughbeard; The Frog Prince; Cinderella; Little Red Cap (little Red Riding Hood) and The Goose Girl are only a few of these delightful tales. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/grimms-fairy-tales-retold-in-one-syllable-words-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
stories read loved retold words one syllable make easier young readers english second language know love others may never heard worth reading listening to hansel grethel wolf six little kids 3 tales elves snow white rose red king roughbeard frog prince cinderella little red cap little red riding hood goose girl delightful tales summary phil chenevert p |
| 9666 |
9623 |
10259 |
Escape From The Confederacy |
Benjamin F. Hasson |
Biography & Autobiography |
Benjamin F Hasson was a Union officer in the Civil War of the United States. After being captured by the Confederacy, he escaped from a prison train taking prisoners to the infamous Andersonville prison. The short book points up Hasson’s ingenuity in overcoming obstacles to his flight to Union lines but also shows an insight into the lives of Southern blacks, both slave and free. This oral version omits the last section of his book, which is a list of men captured from his regiment and their fates. ( david wales)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/escape-from-the-confederacy-by-benjamin-f-hasson/ |
benjamin f hasson union officer civil war united states captured confederacy escaped prison train taking prisoners infamous andersonville prison short book points hasson s ingenuity overcoming obstacles flight union lines also shows insight lives southern blacks slave free oral version omits last section book list men captured regiment fates david wales p |
| 9667 |
9609 |
10245 |
New Alice in the Old Wonderland |
Anna Matlack Richards |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this unofficial sequel to Alice in Wonderland, a different Alice, a young American girl named Alice Lee (a huge fan of the original book), stumbles upon a magical door that leads to Wonderland. There, she meets familiar faces, like the Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, Red Queen, among others, as well as some new ones. However, unlike our beloved English Alice who just tries to make sense of a senseless world, Alice Lee maintains power over her own fantasy, rather than let herself become the victim. </br>Though a loving tribute to the original novels, Lewis Carroll absolutely disapproved of this novel, nearly seeking legal action against the British publication of it, but decided against it in favor of his reputation and privacy. - Summary by Mary Kay and Carolin Sigler</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-new-alice-in-the-old-wonderland-by-anna-matlack-richards/ |
unofficial sequel alice wonderland different alice young american girl named alice lee a huge fan original book stumbles upon magical door leads wonderland there meets familiar faces like cheshire cat mad hatter red queen among others well new ones however unlike beloved english alice tries make sense senseless world alice lee maintains power fantasy rather let become victim br though loving tribute original novels lewis carroll absolutely disapproved novel nearly seeking legal action british publication it decided favor reputation privacy summary mary kay carolin sigler p |
| 9668 |
9610 |
10246 |
Logic of Vegetarianism |
Henry Salt |
Essays & Short Works |
With clear logic and entertaining dialogues, the author presents many reasons for a vegetarian rather than a “flesh-eating” diet, and his arguments for not eating meat are as compelling today as when they were written. (Lee Smalley )</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-logic-of-vegetarianism-by-henry-salt/ |
clear logic entertaining dialogues author presents many reasons vegetarian rather flesh eating diet arguments eating meat compelling today written lee smalley p |
| 9669 |
9611 |
10247 |
Sabotage in Space |
Carey Rockwell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
This book is part of the on-going adventures of Tom Corbett in the Space Cadet Stories. Tom, Astro and Roger are determined to find the saboteurs but get framed in the process, risking court martial and expulsion from the Space Academy.\n\nNOTE: Carey Rockwell is a pseudonym used by Grosset & Dunlap. It is unknown who wrote the books. </p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/sabotage-in-space-by-carey-rockwell/ |
book part on going adventures tom corbett space cadet stories tom astro roger determined find saboteurs get framed process risking court martial expulsion space academy note carey rockwell pseudonym used grosset dunlap unknown wrote books p |
| 9670 |
9612 |
10248 |
Bullet for Cinderella |
John D MacDonald |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
HER VENEER WAS BIG CITY ...\n<br>\nBut one look and you knew that Toni Raselle's instincts were straight out of the river shack she came from.\n<br>\nI watched her as she toyed with the man, laughing, her tumbled hair like raw blue-black silk, her brown shoulders bare. Eyes deep-set, a girl with a gypsy look.\n<br>\nSo this was the girl I had risked my life to find. This was the girl who was going to lead me to a buried fortune in stolen loot. - Summary by Back cover blurb from first edition</p> |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/a-bullet-for-cinderella-by-john-d-macdonald/ |
veneer big city br one look knew toni raselle s instincts straight river shack came from br watched toyed man laughing tumbled hair like raw blue black silk brown shoulders bare eyes deep set girl gypsy look br girl risked life find girl going lead buried fortune stolen loot summary back cover blurb first edition p |
| 9671 |
9613 |
10249 |
Voyage to the Moon |
Cyrano de Bergerac |
Science Fiction |
This is an edition by Professor Curtis Page of the Lovell translation of a seminal work of science fiction by Cyrano de Bergerac. Arguably a whimsical forerunner to the adventure stories of Jules Verne, and the French sci-fi tradition generally, it is a utopian novel of space travel complete with rocket powered flight and extra-terrestrial beings. - Summary by Peter Tucker</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/a-voyage-to-the-moon-by-cyrano-de-bergerac/ |
edition professor curtis page lovell translation seminal work science fiction cyrano de bergerac arguably whimsical forerunner adventure stories jules verne french sci fi tradition generally utopian novel space travel complete rocket powered flight extra terrestrial beings summary peter tucker p |
| 9672 |
9614 |
10250 |
John Gutenberg, First Master Printer: His Acts and Most Remarkable Discourses and his Death |
Franz von Dingelstedt |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
This is a brief sketch of the last years of the life of Johannes (John) Gutenberg, the man who invented the movable letter press. We join him in Mayence, where he lives in poverty. We get to know his enemies and his friends, and some information about why he isn't the rich man we'd expect him to be. This book was prepared and completed within two days by the volunteers at Distributed Proofreaders to mark their 15th anniversary with the 50,000th published book at Project Gutenberg. ( Claudia Salto)</p> |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/john-gutenberg-first-master-printer-his-acts-and-most-remarkable-discourses-and-his-death-by-franz-von-dingelstedt/ |
brief sketch last years life johannes john gutenberg man invented movable letter press join mayence lives poverty get know enemies friends information rich man we d expect be book prepared completed within two days volunteers distributed proofreaders mark 15th anniversary 50 000th published book project gutenberg claudia salto p |
| 9673 |
9615 |
10251 |
War Workers |
E. M. Delafield |
War & Military Fiction |
This is an early work by the author of "Diary Of A Provincial Lady". During the first world war, in the Midlands, there was a place where soldiers received sandwiches and a bit of comfort. It is run by Miss Vivian, an upper class woman who is controlling and manipulative. Her dedication to her work hides her selfishness and ability to emotionally blackmail her so-called workers. She is admired by everyone for that same dedication, until Grace Jones comes to the scene and sees through her. Would someone be able to help Miss Vivian see her error and change before it is too late? This book is a war novel. Yet it is also a story which tests the narrow line between friendship and admiration and complete blindness to what your loved ones do. It is also the story of a work place which would appeal to everyone who ever had to work where there are intrigues. Yet it is also a story about family, and about the things one will or won't do for the people who truly care about us. - Summary by Stav Nisser.</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-workers-by-e-m-delafield/ |
early work author diary provincial lady first world war midlands place soldiers received sandwiches bit comfort run miss vivian upper class woman controlling manipulative dedication work hides selfishness ability emotionally blackmail so called workers admired everyone dedication grace jones comes scene sees her would someone able help miss vivian see error change late book war novel yet also story tests narrow line friendship admiration complete blindness loved ones do also story work place would appeal everyone ever work intrigues yet also story family things one people truly care us summary stav nisser p |
| 9674 |
9616 |
10252 |
Soul of an Immigrant |
Constantine Panunzio |
Biography & Autobiography |
Constantine Panunzio (1884-1964) begins his autobiography by describing his childhood in Molfetta, Italy. At age 13, he left home as a sailor, landing in Boston in 1902. His trials finding work, learning English, and securing an education in the U.S. were many, but eventually, he became administrator of a social service agency in Boston. During WWI, he served as head of the YMCA on the Italian front. Concerned throughout his career with the treatment and assimilation of immigrants, Panuncio criticized the post world War I hysteria about alien radicals in his book <i>The Deportation Cases of 1919-1920.</i>\n - Summary by Sue Anderson</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-an-immigrant-by-constantine-panunzio/ |
constantine panunzio 1884 1964 begins autobiography describing childhood molfetta italy age 13 left home sailor landing boston 1902 trials finding work learning english securing education u s many eventually became administrator social service agency boston wwi served head ymca italian front concerned throughout career treatment assimilation immigrants panuncio criticized post world war hysteria alien radicals book i the deportation cases 1919 1920 i summary sue anderson p |
| 9675 |
9617 |
10253 |
Deportation Cases of 1919-1920 |
Constantine Panunzio |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
"The study here presented embodies the findings of an investigation into the recent [1919-1920] deportations of persons deemed to be unlawfully in the country. . . Its purpose is to call public attention to practices that are inconsistent with the American tradition of justice and fair-play." - Summary by Constantine Panunzio, from the introduction</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-deportation-cases-of-1919-1920-by-constantine-panunzio/ |
the study presented embodies findings investigation recent 1919 1920 deportations persons deemed unlawfully country purpose call public attention practices inconsistent american tradition justice fair play summary constantine panunzio introduction p |
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9618 |
10254 |
Regula Sancti Benedicti |
Saint Benedict of Nursia |
Christianity - Other |
The Rule of Saint Benedict (Regula Benedicti) is a book of precepts written by St. Benedict of Nursia for monks living communally under the authority of an abbot. Since about the 7th century it has also been adopted by communities of women. During the 1500 years of its existence, it has become the leading guide in Western Christianity for monastic living in community. The spirit of St Benedict's Rule is summed up in the motto of the Benedictine Confederation: pax ("peace") and the traditional ora et labora ("pray and work").(Introduction from Wikipedia)</p> |
Latin |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/regula-sancti-benedicti-by-saint-benedict-of-nursia/ |
rule saint benedict regula benedicti book precepts written st benedict nursia monks living communally authority abbot since 7th century also adopted communities women 1500 years existence become leading guide western christianity monastic living community spirit st benedict s rule summed motto benedictine confederation pax peace traditional ora et labora pray work introduction wikipedia p |
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9619 |
10255 |
Queen Sheba's Ring |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A famed archeologist, an aging doctor, and a young army engineer set out across the African desert on a great adventure. Professor Higgs is in search of new archeological discoveries, Dr. Adams seeks to rescue his kidnapped son, and Captain Orme wants to forget an unhappy love affair. Maqueda, Daughter of Kings, ruler of the Abati, enlists their aid to destroy the sacred idol of a neighboring tribe with promises to help the doctor rescue his son. However, the idol is a second great sphinx, carved out of a mountain. In their quest they can expect little help from the weak and cowardly Abati. The road is fraught with danger, wild beasts, valiant enemies, and traitorous allies, but their greatest danger is a beautiful woman whom it is death to love.\n - Summary by Anfinwen |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/queen-shebas-ring-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
famed archeologist aging doctor young army engineer set across african desert great adventure professor higgs search new archeological discoveries dr adams seeks rescue kidnapped son captain orme wants forget unhappy love affair maqueda daughter kings ruler abati enlists aid destroy sacred idol neighboring tribe promises help doctor rescue son however idol second great sphinx carved mountain quest expect little help weak cowardly abati road fraught danger wild beasts valiant enemies traitorous allies greatest danger beautiful woman death love summary anfinwen |
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9620 |
10256 |
Reis naar de Maan in 28 Dagen en 12 Uren |
Jules Verne |
Science Fiction |
Wat doet een Amerikaan, als de Burgeroorlog is afgelopen en hij daarvoor geen kanonnen meer kan maken? Hij maakt een kanon om de maan te beschieten. Dit humoristische sciencefictionverhaal van Jules Verne was een van de eerste in het genre en gaf en passant een overzicht van de kennis van de astronomie rond 1870. (Bart de Leeuw) |
Dutch |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/de-reis-naar-de-maan-in-28-dagen-en-12-uren-by-jules-verne/ |
wat doet een amerikaan als de burgeroorlog afgelopen en hij daarvoor geen kanonnen meer kan maken hij maakt een kanon om de maan te beschieten dit humoristische sciencefictionverhaal van jules verne een van de eerste het genre en gaf en passant een overzicht van de kennis van de astronomie rond 1870 bart de leeuw |
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9621 |
10257 |
Book of Wonder (version 2) |
Lord Dunsany |
Fantasy Fiction |
The Book of Wonder (1912) is an amazing collection of fourteen tales by one of the pioneers and masters of the fantasy genre Lord Dunsany. Strangeness and humor abound in these delightful stories that were influential to many writers including H.P. Lovecraft, Clark Ashton Smith and Fritz Leiber among others.-Erik</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-wonder-version-2-by-lord-dunsany/ |
book wonder 1912 amazing collection fourteen tales one pioneers masters fantasy genre lord dunsany strangeness humor abound delightful stories influential many writers including h p lovecraft clark ashton smith fritz leiber among others erik p |
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9622 |
10258 |
Secret Power |
Marie Corelli |
Fantastic Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction |
This Marie Corelli novel falls in the realm of fantasy and science fiction with a steampunk element. The story centers around Morgana Royal, a powerful woman who invents an airship, and Roger Seaton, her love interest who has control of a destructive power. She explores her capacity to love, as well as his. Moreover, she questions whether she is of this world and this time, or some other realm altogether. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-power-by-marie-corelli/ |
marie corelli novel falls realm fantasy science fiction steampunk element story centers around morgana royal powerful woman invents airship roger seaton love interest control destructive power explores capacity love well his moreover questions whether world time realm altogether summary amy gramour p |
| 9681 |
12509 |
13222 |
Sonnets |
George Graham Currie |
Poetry |
This is a book of sonnets by George G. Currie. Currie was a Canadian-born lawyer and business man, but also an accomplished author and poet. While he traveled the United States and Europe extensively throughout his life, he settled in Florida. Both the theme of traveling as well as Florida occur frequently in his poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-by-george-graham-currie/ |
book sonnets george g currie currie canadian born lawyer business man also accomplished author poet traveled united states europe extensively throughout life settled florida theme traveling well florida occur frequently poetry summary carolin |
| 9682 |
9624 |
10260 |
Marcia Schuyler (version 2) |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
A compelling love triangle. Marcia is young & sweet. Her older sister Kate is vain & selfish. Marcia deeply admires the man that Kate is to marry: handsome & respected David Spafford. But on the eve of the wedding, Kate elopes with another man. Marcia is there when the note is found...the note that effectively breaks David's heart. Out of pity for his situation, Marcia offers to take Kate's place, in order to save David from humiliation. She grows in love for him, all the while aware that he's still grieving for his lost Kate. What will happen when Kate returns, fully intending to get David back? Will Marcia have the strength to fight for the man she now loves? (Summary by Chloey Winters)</p>\n\nThe song excerpts in Chapter 24 come from an old Italian song "Caro mio ben" - "Dearest believe" by Giuseppe Giordani (1751-1798). A copy of the song from 1877 is available from the US Library of Congress http://www.loc.gov/item/sm1877.15548/</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/marcia-schuyler-version-2-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
compelling love triangle marcia young sweet older sister kate vain selfish marcia deeply admires man kate marry handsome respected david spafford eve wedding kate elopes another man marcia note found the note effectively breaks david s heart pity situation marcia offers take kate s place order save david humiliation grows love him aware he s still grieving lost kate happen kate returns fully intending get david back marcia strength fight man loves summary chloey winters p song excerpts chapter 24 come old italian song caro mio ben dearest believe giuseppe giordani 1751 1798 copy song 1877 available us library congress http www loc gov item sm1877 15548 p |
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9625 |
10261 |
Six Months In Mexico |
Nellie Bly |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Travel & Geography |
This is an account of Nellie Bly's travels through Mexico in 1885. The book was originally a series of individual articles that she submitted to the Pittsburgh Dispatch newspaper for publication. In them she described the conditions of the people and the political system she found in Mexico. Her narratives focused mostly on the impoverished and disadvantaged in a country whose government was extremely corrupt.<br><br>\n\nBly was perhaps what we now term a feminist, striving for the empowerment and independence of women. She certainly pioneered the field of investigative reporting. Nevertheless, Bly's journalistic objectivity is often tainted by an uninformed, 19th-century, "gringo" world view.<br><br>\n\nBly's travels in Mexico ended abruptly after the Dispatch published an article she wrote exposing that government's ill treatment of another journalist who criticized the regime of President Porfirio Diaz. Bly's Mexico articles were later published in book form in 1888. (Summary by James K. White) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/six-months-in-mexico-by-nellie-bly/ |
account nellie bly s travels mexico 1885 book originally series individual articles submitted pittsburgh dispatch newspaper publication described conditions people political system found mexico narratives focused mostly impoverished disadvantaged country whose government extremely corrupt br br bly perhaps term feminist striving empowerment independence women certainly pioneered field investigative reporting nevertheless bly s journalistic objectivity often tainted uninformed 19th century gringo world view br br bly s travels mexico ended abruptly dispatch published article wrote exposing government s ill treatment another journalist criticized regime president porfirio diaz bly s mexico articles later published book form 1888 summary james k white p |
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9626 |
10262 |
Doctor Syn |
Russell Thorndike |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Doctor Syn: A Tale of the Romney Marsh is the first in the series of Doctor Syn novels by Russell Thorndike and inspired a Disney movie called the Scarecrow of Romney Marsh starring Patrick Patrick McGoohan. In this story we are introduced to the complex Christopher Syn, the kindly vicar of the little town of Dymchurch. Dr Syn seems pleasant, but is he much more than he seems? Although published first, this book is the last of the series chronologically. The town is located near the Romney Marsh, an ideal location for smuggling operations. Captain Howard Collyer, a revenue agent for the crown, arrives on the scene convinced that he can find and capture the smugglers that must be active in the area. The locals deny any knowledge of any smuggling operations, but warn of mysterious bands of witches and glowing demons that ride fire-breathing horses roam the marsh. Can this straight forward navy captain survive these supernatural foes as he investigates Romney Marsh and the disturbing events that begin to happen in Dymchurch? - Summary by Brett Downey |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-syn-by-russell-thorndike/ |
doctor syn tale romney marsh first series doctor syn novels russell thorndike inspired disney movie called scarecrow romney marsh starring patrick patrick mcgoohan story introduced complex christopher syn kindly vicar little town dymchurch dr syn seems pleasant much seems although published first book last series chronologically town located near romney marsh ideal location smuggling operations captain howard collyer revenue agent crown arrives scene convinced find capture smugglers must active area locals deny knowledge smuggling operations warn mysterious bands witches glowing demons ride fire breathing horses roam marsh straight forward navy captain survive supernatural foes investigates romney marsh disturbing events begin happen dymchurch summary brett downey |
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9627 |
10263 |
Thirteenth Chair |
Bayard Veiller |
Drama |
Your best friend has been murdered, stabbed in the back, and the police haven't been able to solve the case. You have consulted with the best detective in the area. You have asked friends and neighbors about the crime. You have even offered a very generous reward, without result. How far would you go for to solve the murder of the chap who saved your life? Would you lock yourself in a dark room with your friends for a seance while sitting in the thirteenth chair knowing that one of them is probably the murderer? - (Summary by David O)</p><b>Cast:</b></br>Alicia Crosby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>Roscoe Crosby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>William Crosby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>Inspector Donohue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Doolan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>Sergeant Dunn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Mary Eastwood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10276">SamW</a><br>Elizabeth Erskine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Rosalie La Grange: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Philip Mason: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Helen O'Neill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Pollock: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>Grace Standish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Howard Standish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Braddish Trent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Helen Trent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>Edward Wales: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br><br><b>Narrated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a></b><br><br><b>NOTE:</b> The online text includes plans for stage set up, stage blocking, lighting directions and makeup instructions most of which are not included in the audio recording.</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-thirteenth-chair-by-bayard-veiller/ |
best friend murdered stabbed back police able solve case consulted best detective area asked friends neighbors crime even offered generous reward without result far would go solve murder chap saved life would lock dark room friends seance sitting thirteenth chair knowing one probably murderer summary david o p b cast b br alicia crosby a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br roscoe crosby a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br william crosby a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br inspector donohue a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br doolan a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br sergeant dunn a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mary eastwood a href https librivox org reader 10276 samw a br elizabeth erskine a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br rosalie la grange a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br philip mason a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br helen o neill a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br pollock a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br grace standish a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br howard standish a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br braddish trent a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br helen trent a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br edward wales a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br br b narrated by a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a b br br b note b online text includes plans stage set up stage blocking lighting directions makeup instructions included audio recording p |
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9635 |
10271 |
Lives of the Presidents Told in Words of One Syllable |
Jean S. Remy |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C), Modern (20th C) |
Lives of the Presidents Told in Words of One Syllable is a halting account in presidential history - quite literally! From Washington to Jackson to Cleveland to McKinley, Jean S. Remy details the lives of the presidents in as few syllables as possible. - Summary by Josh Kirsh</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-presidents-told-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-jean-s-remy/ |
lives presidents told words one syllable halting account presidential history quite literally washington jackson cleveland mckinley jean s remy details lives presidents syllables possible summary josh kirsh p |
| 9687 |
9628 |
10264 |
Cuisine |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet, who was considered a popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. Her world view is expressed in the title of her poem "Whatever Is—Is Best", suggesting an echo of Alexander Pope's "Whatever is, is right."\n\nNone of Wilcox's works were included by F. O. Matthiessen in The Oxford Book of American Verse, but Hazel Felleman chose no fewer than fourteen of her poems for Best Loved Poems of the American People, while Martin Gardner selected "The Way Of The World" and "The Winds of Fate" for Best Remembered Poems.\n\nShe is frequently cited in anthologies of bad poetry, such as The Stuffed Owl: An Anthology of Bad Verse and Very Bad Poetry. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-cuisine-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet considered popular poet rather literary poet poems expresses sentiments cheer optimism plainly written rhyming verse world view expressed title poem whatever is is best suggesting echo alexander pope s whatever is right none wilcox s works included f o matthiessen oxford book american verse hazel felleman chose fewer fourteen poems best loved poems american people martin gardner selected the way world the winds fate best remembered poems frequently cited anthologies bad poetry stuffed owl anthology bad verse bad poetry summary wikipedia |
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9629 |
10265 |
Damon and Delia |
William Godwin |
Romance |
Damon and Delia fall in love instantly. Unfortunately, Damon is promised to another. Can true love prevail? Damon and Delia is a romance that is a bit tongue in cheek. It was penned on commission by William Godwin, political philosopher and writer, husband of Mary Wollstonecraft, and father of Mary Shelley. </p> |
English |
1784 |
https://librivox.org/damon-and-delia-by-william-godwin/ |
damon delia fall love instantly unfortunately damon promised another true love prevail damon delia romance bit tongue cheek penned commission william godwin political philosopher writer husband mary wollstonecraft father mary shelley p |
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9630 |
10266 |
Leaves |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Autumn, interchangeably known as fall in North America, is one of the four temperate seasons. Autumn marks the transition from summer into winter, in September (Northern Hemisphere) or March (Southern Hemisphere), when the arrival of night becomes noticeably earlier and the temperature cools considerably. One of its main features is the shedding of leaves from deciduous trees.\nIn North America, autumn is usually considered to start with the September equinox (21 or 22) and end with the winter solstice (21 or 22 December). (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/leaves-by-sara-teasdale/ |
autumn interchangeably known fall north america one four temperate seasons autumn marks transition summer winter september northern hemisphere march southern hemisphere arrival night becomes noticeably earlier temperature cools considerably one main features shedding leaves deciduous trees north america autumn usually considered start september equinox 21 22 end winter solstice 21 22 december wikipedia p |
| 9690 |
9631 |
10267 |
Great Controversy |
Ellen G. White |
Christianity - Commentary |
This great work covers the history of the Christian dispensation, from the fall of Jerusalem, through the Dark Ages and Reformation, to the yet-future final triumph of Jesus over Satan. - Summary by Jael Baldwin</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-controversy-by-ellen-g-white/ |
great work covers history christian dispensation fall jerusalem dark ages reformation yet future final triumph jesus satan summary jael baldwin p |
| 9691 |
9632 |
10268 |
Klaasje Zevenster, deel 2 |
Jacob van Lennep |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<BR>Een groepje Leidse studenten viert een gezellige Sinterklaasavond in de jaren '20 van de 19e eeuw, als er onverwachts een pakketje aan de deur bezorgd wordt. Tot ieders grote verrassing vinden ze daarin een baby. Zij besluiten zich als groep over het meisje te ontfermen, en ze noemen haar Klaasje Zevenster. Deze roman, een bestseller bij de verschijning in 1866, verhaalt over de lotgevallen van de vondeling.<BR>\nDit is deel 2. Klaasje (nu Nicolette genoemd) is een jaar of twintig oud en heeft haar kostschool opleiding afgerond. Zij logeert tijdelijk bij een van haar 'vaders', die inmiddels dominee is in het dorp bij het kasteel van een van haar andere 'vaders', die graaf is. Haar aanwezigheid geeft, direct en indirect, aanleiding tot allerlei verwikkelingen. Maurits, de halfbroer van de graaf, wordt verliefd op Nicolette. Ook de plaatselijke belastingontvanger, een weduwnaar van middelbare leeftijd, heeft een oogje op haar. Maurits' vriend Drenkelaer daarentegen heeft duistere plannen rond een rijke freule uit de buurt. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon)<BR>\nAndere delen:<BR />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/klaasje-zevenster-deel-1-by-jacob-van-lennep/">Deel 1</a><BR />\nDeel 3-5: nog niet klaar</p> |
Dutch |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/klaasje-zevenster-deel-2-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
br een groepje leidse studenten viert een gezellige sinterklaasavond de jaren 20 van de 19e eeuw als er onverwachts een pakketje aan de deur bezorgd wordt tot ieders grote verrassing vinden ze daarin een baby zij besluiten zich als groep het meisje te ontfermen en ze noemen haar klaasje zevenster deze roman een bestseller bij de verschijning 1866 verhaalt de lotgevallen van de vondeling br dit deel 2 klaasje nu nicolette genoemd een jaar twintig oud en heeft haar kostschool opleiding afgerond zij logeert tijdelijk bij een van haar vaders die inmiddels dominee het dorp bij het kasteel van een van haar andere vaders die graaf is haar aanwezigheid geeft direct en indirect aanleiding tot allerlei verwikkelingen maurits de halfbroer van de graaf wordt verliefd op nicolette ook de plaatselijke belastingontvanger een weduwnaar van middelbare leeftijd heeft een oogje op haar maurits vriend drenkelaer daarentegen heeft duistere plannen rond een rijke freule uit de buurt samenvatting door anna simon br andere delen br a href https librivox org klaasje zevenster deel 1 by jacob van lennep deel 1 a br deel 3 5 nog niet klaar p |
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9633 |
10269 |
Wailing Asteroid |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
There was no life on the asteroid, but the miles of rock-hewn corridors through which the earth party wandered left no doubt about the purpose of the asteroid. It was a mighty fortress, stocked with weapons of destruction beyond man's power to understand.\nAnd yet there was no life here, nor had there been for untold centuries.\nWhat race had built this stronghold? What unimaginable power were they defending against? Why was it abandoned? There was no answer, all was dead. But—not quite all.\nFor in a room above the tomb-like fortress a powerful transmitter beamed its birdlike, fluting sounds toward earth. Near it, on a huge star-map of the universe, with light-years measured by inches, ten tiny red sparks were moving, crawling inexorably toward the center.\nMoving, at many times the speed of light, with the acquired mass of suns ... moving, on a course that would pass through the solar system.\nThe unknown aliens would not even see our sun explode from the force of their passing, would not even notice the tiny speck called Earth as it died.... - Summary by From original text |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-wailing-asteroid-by-murray-leinster/ |
life asteroid miles rock hewn corridors earth party wandered left doubt purpose asteroid mighty fortress stocked weapons destruction beyond man s power understand yet life here untold centuries race built stronghold unimaginable power defending against abandoned answer dead but not quite all room tomb like fortress powerful transmitter beamed birdlike fluting sounds toward earth near it huge star map universe light years measured inches ten tiny red sparks moving crawling inexorably toward center moving many times speed light acquired mass suns moving course would pass solar system unknown aliens would even see sun explode force passing would even notice tiny speck called earth died summary original text |
| 9693 |
9634 |
10270 |
Libussa |
Johann Karl August Musäus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the Tale of Libussa, the mythical founder of the city of Prague. It chronicles the story of her parents and her birth, her elevation to the throne of Bohemia, and how she must fight for her true love. Musäus' famous version of the story is marked by the special poetry of his language and the beautiful, compelling setting and atmosphere. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/libussa-by-johann-karl-august-musaeus/ |
tale libussa mythical founder city prague chronicles story parents birth elevation throne bohemia must fight true love musäus famous version story marked special poetry language beautiful compelling setting atmosphere summary carolin p |
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9636 |
10272 |
Apocrypha |
Lucius Apuleius |
Ancient |
It is not generally agreed whether Plato was the author of any of these books. \nI. Hippias Major (or Greater Hippias)\nII. Second Alcibiades (or On Praying)\nIII. Theages\nIV. The Rivals (or Rival Lovers)\nV. Hipparchus\nVI. Minos\nVII. Clitopho (or Clitophon)\nVIII. The Epistles (13 Letters)\nIX. Epinomis (or The Philosopher)\nX. Axiochus (or On Death)\nXI. On Virtue\nXII. On Justice\nXIII. Sisyphus (or Upon Taking Counsel)\nXIV. Demodocus\nXV. Definitions\nXVI. Timaeus Locrus (or The Treatise of Timaeus the Locrian, On the Soul of the World and Nature)- Summary by Geoffrey Edwards</p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/apocrypha-by-plato/ |
generally agreed whether plato author books i hippias major or greater hippias ii second alcibiades or praying iii theages iv rivals or rival lovers v hipparchus vi minos vii clitopho or clitophon viii epistles 13 letters ix epinomis or philosopher x axiochus or death xi virtue xii justice xiii sisyphus or upon taking counsel xiv demodocus xv definitions xvi timaeus locrus or treatise timaeus locrian soul world nature summary geoffrey edwards p |
| 9695 |
9637 |
10273 |
Short Poetry Collection 149 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 38 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-149-by-various/ |
collection 38 poems read librivox volunteers october 2015 p |
| 9696 |
9638 |
10274 |
Rule and Exercises of Holy Dying |
Jeremy Taylor |
Christianity - Other |
Written by a Church of England clergyman in the time of Cromwell, this work is praised for both its style and content. Taylor's work was much admired by John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, for its devotional quality; and by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Thomas de Quincey, and Edmund Gosse for its literary qualities.<br /><br /><i>Holy Dying</i> is meant to instruct the reader in the "means and instruments" of preparing for a blessed death, written in a time when death was a constant companion to life and not to be encountered without being ready for it. It assumes illness and a death-bed, with recommended meditations and prayers for the sick, the family, and the clergyman attending to the dying one. (Summary by TriciaG, with help from Wikipedia) |
English |
1651 |
https://librivox.org/the-rule-and-exercises-of-holy-dying-by-jeremy-taylor/ |
written church england clergyman time cromwell work praised style content taylor s work much admired john wesley founder methodism devotional quality samuel taylor coleridge thomas de quincey edmund gosse literary qualities br br i holy dying i meant instruct reader means instruments preparing blessed death written time death constant companion life encountered without ready it assumes illness death bed recommended meditations prayers sick family clergyman attending dying one summary triciag help wikipedia |
| 9697 |
9639 |
10275 |
Short Poetry Collection 150 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 24 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2015. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-150-by-various/ |
collection 24 poems read librivox volunteers november 2015 p |
| 9698 |
9640 |
10276 |
Maker of Moons, and Other Short Stories |
Robert W. Chambers |
Single Author Collections |
An eclectic collection of 8 stories by one of the early masters of the weird tale, Robert W. Chambers. The stories include a range of topics including war, romance, humor and even fishing. The title short story, “The Maker of Moons,” is considered to be one of Chamber’s greatest weird horror tales and was one of H.P. Lovecraft’s favorite stories by the author. (Summary by Kadath) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-maker-of-moons-and-other-short-stories-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
eclectic collection 8 stories one early masters weird tale robert w chambers stories include range topics including war romance humor even fishing title short story the maker moons considered one chamber s greatest weird horror tales one h p lovecraft s favorite stories author summary kadath |
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9641 |
10277 |
Constant Couple |
George Farquhar |
Plays, Satire |
George Farquhar, the author of this comedy, was the son of a clergyman in the north of Ireland. He was born in the year 1678, discovered an early taste for literature, and wrote poetic stanzas at ten years of age. In 1694 he was sent to Trinity College, Dublin, and there made such progress in his studies as to acquire considerable reputation. But he was volatile and poor—the first misfortune led him to expense; the second, to devise means how to support his extravagance.\n\nIn the year 1700 he brought out this comedy of "The Constant Couple; or, A Trip to the Jubilee." It was then the Jubilee year at Rome, and the author took advantage of that occurrence to render the title of his drama popular; for which cause alone it must be supposed he made any thing in his play refer to that festival, as no one material point is in any shape connected with it.\n - Summary by Mrs Inchbald, a critic of that time\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSir Harry Wildair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nAlderman Smuggler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nColonel Standard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nClincher Junior: <a href="">KHand</a><br>\nClincher Senior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nVizard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10546">technoauloin</a><br>\nTom Errand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>\nDicky: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nServants: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nLady Lurewell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nLady Darling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1259">Elizabeth Klett</a><br>\nAngelica: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nParly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10754">Jacqui Castle</a><br>\nTom Errand's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMob: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited and Coordinated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1700 |
https://librivox.org/the-constant-couple-by-george-farquhar/ |
george farquhar author comedy son clergyman north ireland born year 1678 discovered early taste literature wrote poetic stanzas ten years age 1694 sent trinity college dublin made progress studies acquire considerable reputation volatile poor the first misfortune led expense second devise means support extravagance year 1700 brought comedy the constant couple or trip jubilee jubilee year rome author took advantage occurrence render title drama popular cause alone must supposed made thing play refer festival one material point shape connected it summary mrs inchbald critic time br br cast list br sir harry wildair a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br alderman smuggler a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br colonel standard a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br clincher junior a href khand a br clincher senior a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br vizard a href https librivox org reader 10546 technoauloin a br tom errand a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br dicky a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br constable a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br servants a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br lady lurewell a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br lady darling a href https librivox org reader 1259 elizabeth klett a br angelica a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br parly a href https librivox org reader 10754 jacqui castle a br tom errand s wife a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mob a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br br edited coordinated by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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9642 |
10278 |
History of the Four Georges in Four Volumes, Volume 2 |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military |
Justin McCarthy (1830-1912), liberal member of Parliament and historian. He brings the great 18th Century personalities to life: Walpole and Swift, Bolingbroke and Mary Wortley Montagu, the Old Pretender, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the four King Georges. This second volume brings us the terrible death of Queen Caroline, Swift and Stella, the Jacobite rising of 1745, the Wesleyan Movement, Clive's victories, and the struggle for Canada. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-four-georges-volume-2-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
justin mccarthy 1830 1912 liberal member parliament historian brings great 18th century personalities life walpole swift bolingbroke mary wortley montagu old pretender bonnie prince charlie four king georges second volume brings us terrible death queen caroline swift stella jacobite rising 1745 wesleyan movement clive s victories struggle canada summary pamela nagami p |
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9643 |
10279 |
Myths And Legends Of British North America |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Religion |
[The Native American] story tellers of the camp related, with dramatic gestures, stories of the Days of the Grandfathers, in the beginning of the Newness of Things. Nothing was too large or too small to come within the bounds of their beliefs, or within the play of their fancy. Only authentic myths and legends have been used in the compilation of this volume. The leading authorities are the publications of the United States Bureau of Ethnology, of the Jesup North Pacific Expedition, of the Memoirs of the American Museum of Natural History, as well as the ethnological publications of the Canadian Bureau of Mines. As in all other volumes of this series, only the quaint, the pure, and the beautiful, has been taken from the tales of the Indians. Any one wishing pure ethnology, good and bad together, would do better to go to ethnological reports. The material here is from these tribes: Haida, Eastern Eskimo, Bella Coola, Wyandot, Cree, Thompson River, Carrier, Shuswap, Lillooet, Ojibwa, Central Eskimo, Chicotin, Kwakiutl, Nicola Valley and Fraser River, Algonquin. - Summary by Author's Preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-british-north-america-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
the native american story tellers camp related dramatic gestures stories days grandfathers beginning newness things nothing large small come within bounds beliefs within play fancy authentic myths legends used compilation volume leading authorities publications united states bureau ethnology jesup north pacific expedition memoirs american museum natural history well ethnological publications canadian bureau mines volumes series quaint pure beautiful taken tales indians one wishing pure ethnology good bad together would better go ethnological reports material tribes haida eastern eskimo bella coola wyandot cree thompson river carrier shuswap lillooet ojibwa central eskimo chicotin kwakiutl nicola valley fraser river algonquin summary author s preface david wales p |
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9644 |
10280 |
Book of Lies |
Aleister Crowley |
Other religions |
The Book of Lies, or Liber 333, is a holy book in the Western occult tradition of Thelema, consisting of 91 short chapters of poems, aphorisms, rituals, and metaphysics. This recording is of the original 1913 publication, and thus omits the further commentaries added by Crowley for subsequent additions. Those familiar with Crowley’s hermetic writings will recognize his subversive and playful style. Beneath the layers of symbolism, contradiction, and blasphemy lies a biting critique of the puritanical social, political, and religious values of the author’s generation. - Summary by P. J. Taylor</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-lies-by-aleister-crowley/ |
book lies liber 333 holy book western occult tradition thelema consisting 91 short chapters poems aphorisms rituals metaphysics recording original 1913 publication thus omits commentaries added crowley subsequent additions familiar crowley s hermetic writings recognize subversive playful style beneath layers symbolism contradiction blasphemy lies biting critique puritanical social political religious values author s generation summary p j taylor p |
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10281 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 28-39: Los 12 Profetas Menores |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Los Profetas Menores o los Doce Profetas (en arameo: תרי עשר, Trei Asar, "Los Doce"), ocasionalmente llamado Libro de los Doce, es el último libro de la Nevi'im, la segunda división principal del Tanaj o Biblia judía. La colección se divide para formar doce libros individuales en el Antiguo Testamento cristiano, uno para cada uno de los profetas. Los términos "profetas menores" y "doce profetas" también puede referirse a los doce autores tradicionales de estas obras.<br><br>El término "menor" se refiere a la longitud de cada libro (que van desde un solo capítulo a catorce), e incluso el más largo es corto en comparación con los de los cuatro profetas mayores, (Isaias, Ezequiel, Jeremias y Daniel). No se sabe cuando fueron recopiladas estas obras cortas y trasladadas a un solo rollo, pero la primera evidencia extra-bíblica que tenemos de estos textos como colección fue aproximadamente hacia 190 A.C. en los escritos de Jesus Ben Sirac. La evidencia de los Rollos del Mar Muerto sugiere que el orden moderno fue establecido en 150 A.C.: se cree que inicialmente fueron recogidos los seis primeros, y más tarde se agregaron los otros seis. Los dos grupos parecen complementarse entre sí. ( Wikipedia) </p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/los-12-profetas-menores-by-reina-valera/ |
los profetas menores los doce profetas en arameo תרי עשר trei asar los doce ocasionalmente llamado libro de los doce es el último libro de la nevi im la segunda división principal del tanaj biblia judía la colección se divide para formar doce libros individuales en el antiguo testamento cristiano uno para cada uno de los profetas los términos profetas menores doce profetas también puede referirse los doce autores tradicionales de estas obras br br el término menor se refiere la longitud de cada libro que van desde un solo capítulo catorce e incluso el más largo es corto en comparación con los de los cuatro profetas mayores isaias ezequiel jeremias daniel se sabe cuando fueron recopiladas estas obras cortas trasladadas un solo rollo pero la primera evidencia extra bíblica que tenemos de estos textos como colección fue aproximadamente hacia 190 a c en los escritos de jesus ben sirac la evidencia de los rollos del mar muerto sugiere que el orden moderno fue establecido en 150 a c se cree que inicialmente fueron recogidos los seis primeros más tarde se agregaron los otros seis los dos grupos parecen complementarse entre sí wikipedia p |
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10282 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 23: Isaías |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Indudablemente Isaías fue uno de los más importantes profetas. Su libro, junto con el de los Salmos es el más leído del Antiguo Testamento. Se piensa que asi lo fue también para los judíos del tiempo de Jesucristo, ya que se encontraron más copias del libro de Isaías que de cualquier otro en los descubrimientos del Mar Muerto. Isaías profetizó por un período de unos cuarenta turbulentos y difíciles años, concentrándose exclusivamente al reino de Judá. Su función fue no solo de profeta sino también la de un consejero de estado. Su esposa fue designada como “la profetisa”, y sus hijos ilustraron con sus nombres algunas de las predicciones del profeta. Los temas más señalados en su libro son la santidad de Dios, la gravedad del pecado personal, y las profecías referentes al Mesías. Es un hermoso libro cuyo estilo revela una elevada educación, visión, y dotes poéticos. Disfrútelo! <br><br>Isaiah undoubtedly was one of the most important prophets. His book, along with that of the Psalms is the most widely read in the Old Testament. It is thought that this was also true for the Jews of the times of Jesus Christ, since more copies of the Book of Isaiah were found than any other book in the discoveries of the Dead Sea. Isaiah prophesied for a period of about forty turbulent and difficult years, focusing exclusively to the kingdom of Judah. His function was not only that of a prophet but also of a state councilor. His wife was designated as "the prophetess” and the names of his children illustrated some of the predictions of the prophet. The most emphasized topics in his book are God's holiness, the seriousness of personal sin, and the prophecies concerning the Messiah. It is a beautiful book and it’s style reveals a high level of education, vision, and poetic talents. Enjoy! (Summary by Joyful - Claudia Barrett)</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/isaias-by-reina-valera/ |
indudablemente isaías fue uno de los más importantes profetas su libro junto con el de los salmos es el más leído del antiguo testamento se piensa que asi lo fue también para los judíos del tiempo de jesucristo ya que se encontraron más copias del libro de isaías que de cualquier otro en los descubrimientos del mar muerto isaías profetizó por un período de unos cuarenta turbulentos difíciles años concentrándose exclusivamente al reino de judá su función fue solo de profeta sino también la de un consejero de estado su esposa fue designada como la profetisa sus hijos ilustraron con sus nombres algunas de las predicciones del profeta los temas más señalados en su libro son la santidad de dios la gravedad del pecado personal las profecías referentes al mesías es un hermoso libro cuyo estilo revela una elevada educación visión dotes poéticos disfrútelo br br isaiah undoubtedly one important prophets book along psalms widely read old testament thought also true jews times jesus christ since copies book isaiah found book discoveries dead sea isaiah prophesied period forty turbulent difficult years focusing exclusively kingdom judah function prophet also state councilor wife designated the prophetess names children illustrated predictions prophet emphasized topics book god s holiness seriousness personal sin prophecies concerning messiah beautiful book it s style reveals high level education vision poetic talents enjoy summary joyful claudia barrett p |
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9647 |
10283 |
Glory Of The Conquered |
Susan Glaspell |
General Fiction |
"The Glory Of The Conquered, The Story Of A Great Love" is Susan Glaspell's first novel. It tells the story of Karl, who was blinded after being injured by a lab experiment and his wife, Ernestine, who nursed him". - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-glory-of-the-conquered-by-susan-glaspell/ |
the glory conquered story great love susan glaspell s first novel tells story karl blinded injured lab experiment wife ernestine nursed him summary stav nisser |
| 9706 |
9648 |
10284 |
Later Poems |
Julia Caroline Dorr |
Poetry |
This is the last volume in Julia Caroline Dorr's collected poems, the Later Poems. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/later-poems-by-julia-caroline-dorr/ |
last volume julia caroline dorr s collected poems later poems summary carolin p |
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9649 |
10285 |
Effi Briest (abridged) |
Theodor Fontane |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Effi Briest is a classic of Prussian Realism, relatively unknown in the English speaking world, but widely taught in German schools. This tragic tale tells the story of Effi, a young woman from an old and respectable family who, due to a sense of duty, marries Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. The tragedy unfolds as a consequence of Instetten's strict following of his duties in society in response to his wife's indiscretions.\n\nThomas Mann once wrote that if one's library had to be reduced to six books, Effi Briest should be one of them. (Summary by Margaret ) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/effi-briest-abridged-by-theodor-fontane/ |
effi briest classic prussian realism relatively unknown english speaking world widely taught german schools tragic tale tells story effi young woman old respectable family who due sense duty marries geert von instetten much older prussian official tragedy unfolds consequence instetten s strict following duties society response wife s indiscretions thomas mann wrote one s library reduced six books effi briest one them summary margaret p |
| 9708 |
9650 |
10286 |
Practice and Science of Drawing |
Harold Speed |
Art, Design & Architecture |
This book is an attempt to teach beginning students how to draw. Starting out with intuition and vision, Harold Speed explains line and mass drawing, and how rhythm is conveyed in art by means of balance and proportion. Everything is pulled together in a chapter on portrait drawing, before the author gives hints on materials and procedure. This manual was written in 1913, but because of the intelligent combination of useful advice and sensitive reflection on the nature and meaning of artistic practice, it has been considered a valuable resource for artists. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-practice-and-science-of-drawing-by-harold-speed/ |
book attempt teach beginning students draw starting intuition vision harold speed explains line mass drawing rhythm conveyed art means balance proportion everything pulled together chapter portrait drawing author gives hints materials procedure manual written 1913 intelligent combination useful advice sensitive reflection nature meaning artistic practice considered valuable resource artists summary availle |
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9651 |
10287 |
Bohème |
Giuseppe Giacosa |
Tragedy |
In 1830s Paris, four struggling Bohemian artists: the poet Rodolfo, the painter Marcello, the musician Schaunard, and the philosopher Colline, live poorly, but happily. On Christmas Eve, to celebrate, the four split the month's rent and decide to go out drinking in the Latin Quarter. Rodolfo stays behind to finish a poem, when their frail neighbor, Mimi, knocks on the door. An equally poor seamstress, she begs him to light her candle. In an instant, his candle goes out as well, and Mimi drops her key in the dark. As they search for it, they fall in love. And thus, a tragic love begins, as tuberculosis threatens to tear Mimi away from person and people she has come to love. Originally written in Italian, but translated into English, this libretto is the base for one of Giacomo Puccini's most beloved and often performed operas. It is also the inspiration of the famous 1994 rock musical and 2005 movie Rent by Jonathan Larson. This recording is a dramatic reading. Summary by Mary Kay.<br><br>\n<b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nRudolph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789?primary_key=10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSchaunard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBenoit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br>\nMimi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br/>\nMarcel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754?primary_key=6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nColline & Sargant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMusetta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nParpignol: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nAlcindoro de Mitonneaux: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nCustoms House Official: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nChorus Members: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614?primary_key=10614">Leanne Yau</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11804">Grace Keller Scotch</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11354">Kieren Metts</a> and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br><br>\nEditors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linny</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br><br>\nProoflisteners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10683">afutterer</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">NemoR</a><br><br> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/la-boheme-by-giuseppe-giacosa/ |
1830s paris four struggling bohemian artists poet rodolfo painter marcello musician schaunard philosopher colline live poorly happily christmas eve celebrate four split month s rent decide go drinking latin quarter rodolfo stays behind finish poem frail neighbor mimi knocks door equally poor seamstress begs light candle instant candle goes well mimi drops key dark search it fall love thus tragic love begins tuberculosis threatens tear mimi away person people come love originally written italian translated english libretto base one giacomo puccini s beloved often performed operas also inspiration famous 1994 rock musical 2005 movie rent jonathan larson recording dramatic reading summary mary kay br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br rudolph a href https librivox org reader 10789 primary_key 10789 tomas peter a br schaunard a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br benoit a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br mimi a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br marcel a href https librivox org reader 6754 primary_key 6754 toddhw a br colline sargant a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br musetta a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br parpignol a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br alcindoro de mitonneaux a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br customs house official a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br chorus members a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a a href https librivox org reader 10614 primary_key 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 11804 grace keller scotch a a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a a href https librivox org reader 11354 kieren metts a a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br br editors a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br br prooflisteners a href https librivox org reader 10683 afutterer a a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemor a br br |
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9652 |
10288 |
Wyllard's Weird |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
A novel written in three volumes. In the golden age of steam, the London train wends its way across the Tamar into the strange and mystic land that is Cornwall, having left most of its length at Plymouth. A weary doctor gazes at the countryside, when the train grinds to a halt and his professional attention is demanded. A young woman. An apparent suicide. Who was she? What brought her to Cornwall? What drove her to kill herself? Or did she? - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/wyllards-weird-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
novel written three volumes golden age steam london train wends way across tamar strange mystic land cornwall left length plymouth weary doctor gazes countryside train grinds halt professional attention demanded young woman apparent suicide she brought cornwall drove kill herself she summary lynne thompson p |
| 9711 |
9653 |
10289 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. V, No 4, April 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-v-no-4-april-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
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9654 |
10290 |
Three Rulers |
Adelaide Anne Procter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Adelaide Anne Procter was an English poet and philanthropist. She worked prominently on behalf of unemployed women and the homeless, and was actively involved with feminist groups and journals. She became unhealthy, possibly due to her charity work, and died of tuberculosis at the age of 38.\n\nProcter's literary career began when she was a teenager; her poems were primarily published in Charles Dickens's periodicals Household Words and All the Year Round and later published in book form. Her charity work and her conversion to Roman Catholicism appear to have strongly influenced her poetry, which deals most commonly with such subjects as homelessness, poverty, and fallen women.\n\nProcter was the favourite poet of Queen Victoria. Her poetry went through numerous editions in the 19th century; Coventry Patmore called her the most popular poet of the day, after Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Her poems were set to music and made into hymns, and were published in the United States and Germany as well as in England. Nonetheless, by the early 20th century her reputation had diminished, and few modern critics have given her work attention. Those who have, however, argue that Procter's work is significant, in part for what it reveals about how Victorian women expressed otherwise repressed feelings. (summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-rulers-by-adelaide-anne-procter/ |
adelaide anne procter english poet philanthropist worked prominently behalf unemployed women homeless actively involved feminist groups journals became unhealthy possibly due charity work died tuberculosis age 38 procter s literary career began teenager poems primarily published charles dickens s periodicals household words year round later published book form charity work conversion roman catholicism appear strongly influenced poetry deals commonly subjects homelessness poverty fallen women procter favourite poet queen victoria poetry went numerous editions 19th century coventry patmore called popular poet day alfred lord tennyson poems set music made hymns published united states germany well england nonetheless early 20th century reputation diminished modern critics given work attention have however argue procter s work significant part reveals victorian women expressed otherwise repressed feelings summary wikipedia |
| 9713 |
9655 |
10291 |
Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />Homeric Hymns are thirty-three poems each paying homage to a certain Greek god. Only a few of the poems are more than 250 lines while the rest are about a dozen lines each. They are written in Homeric style and traditionally attributed to Homer but their true provenance is unknown. The Epigrams are a series of fragments on disparate topics including sailors, children and potters and are similarly attributed to Homer although it appears Hesiod and others wrote some of them. Finally, Battle of Frogs and Mice is a light-weight parody -- literally, at one-fiftieth the number of lines -- of Homer's famous battle of Greeks and Trojans epic, Illiad. - Summary by Arthur Krolman<p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/homeric-hymns-epigrams-and-the-battle-of-frogs-and-mice-by-homer/ |
br homeric hymns thirty three poems paying homage certain greek god poems 250 lines rest dozen lines each written homeric style traditionally attributed homer true provenance unknown epigrams series fragments disparate topics including sailors children potters similarly attributed homer although appears hesiod others wrote them finally battle frogs mice light weight parody literally one fiftieth number lines homer s famous battle greeks trojans epic illiad summary arthur krolman p |
| 9714 |
9656 |
10292 |
Florentinische Nächte |
Heinrich Heine |
Literary Fiction |
Maximilian erzählt seiner kranken Freundin auf Anraten des Arztes "närrische Geschichten", damit sie ruhig liegen bleibt. Die Geschichten sind romantisch fantastisch, erinnern an Hoffmann und Tieck. <br>\n\nHeine schrieb am 3. Mai 1836 an August Ewald:" Aus dieser zweiten florentinischen Nacht werden Sie vielleicht ersehen, daß ich nötigenfalls, wenn Politik und Religion mir verboten werden, auch vom Novellenschreiben leben könnte. Ehrlich gesagt, dergleichen würde mir nicht viel Spaß machen, ich finde dabei wenig Amüsement. Man muß aber alles können in schlechten Zeiten." <br>\n\nHeine konnte auch das Novellenschreiben, sehr zum Amüsement der Leser, allerdings machte es ihm so wenig Spaß, dass die Florentinischen Nächte Fragment blieben.<br>\n\nDas Schönste an der Erzählungen ist Heines wunderbar leichte und elegante Prosa, gar nicht romantisch verschraubt, sondern erstaunlich modern. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus)</p> |
German |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/florentinische-naechte-by-heinrich-heine/ |
maximilian erzählt seiner kranken freundin auf anraten des arztes närrische geschichten damit sie ruhig liegen bleibt die geschichten sind romantisch fantastisch erinnern hoffmann und tieck br heine schrieb 3 mai 1836 august ewald aus dieser zweiten florentinischen nacht werden sie vielleicht ersehen daß ich nötigenfalls wenn politik und religion mir verboten werden auch vom novellenschreiben leben könnte ehrlich gesagt dergleichen würde mir nicht viel spaß machen ich finde dabei wenig amüsement man muß aber alles können schlechten zeiten br heine konnte auch das novellenschreiben sehr zum amüsement der leser allerdings machte es ihm wenig spaß dass die florentinischen nächte fragment blieben br das schönste der erzählungen ist heines wunderbar leichte und elegante prosa gar nicht romantisch verschraubt sondern erstaunlich modern zusammenfassung von hokuspokus p |
| 9715 |
9658 |
10294 |
Little Brother to the Bear |
William J. Long |
Animals & Nature |
William J. Long again introduces us to some of the Wood Folk and their stories of living based on his own observations in the woods. In this volume, Mooweesuk the Coon is called the bear's little brother because he so often resembles the "big prowler in the black coat." Also included are chapters on the woodcock, the wildcat, the toad, and many other animals. He likewise includes a chapter on "animal surgery" that describes some ways animals treat their wounds and a chapter on "Hunting without a Gun", which is based on following large animals and observing them. Long's books are great for children and adults alike! - Summary by Maggie Travers<br /><br />Dedicated proof-listeners: Elijah & DaveC</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-brother-to-the-bear-by-william-j-long/ |
william j long introduces us wood folk stories living based observations woods volume mooweesuk coon called bear s little brother often resembles big prowler black coat also included chapters woodcock wildcat toad many animals likewise includes chapter animal surgery describes ways animals treat wounds chapter hunting without gun based following large animals observing them long s books great children adults alike summary maggie travers br br dedicated proof listeners elijah davec p |
| 9716 |
9659 |
10295 |
Saints and Heroes to the End of the Middle Ages |
George Hodges |
Religion |
Though these stories of the lives of twenty saints and heroes of the faith, we have an introduction to the history of the church from 3rd century A.D. to the Reformation. These stories chronicle their lives and sacrifices for the faith. These saints and heroes include: Cyprian, Athanasius, Ambrose, Chrysostom, Jerome, Augustine, Benedict, Gregory the Great, Columba, Charlemagne, Hildebrand, Anselm, Bernard, Becket, Langton, Dominic, Francis, Wycliffe, Hus, and Savonarola. Appropriate for children and adults. - Summary by Maggie Travers</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/saints-and-heroes-to-the-end-of-the-middle-ages-by-george-hodges/ |
though stories lives twenty saints heroes faith introduction history church 3rd century a d reformation stories chronicle lives sacrifices faith saints heroes include cyprian athanasius ambrose chrysostom jerome augustine benedict gregory great columba charlemagne hildebrand anselm bernard becket langton dominic francis wycliffe hus savonarola appropriate children adults summary maggie travers p |
| 9717 |
9660 |
10296 |
Essays in Experimental Logic |
John Dewey |
Philosophy |
In this early collection of formative essays, acclaimed American philosopher John Dewey argues that the idealistic, realistic, and analytic schools of philosophy fail to take into account the pragmatic and experimental nature of experience - common to science and practical experience, but alien to the abstract theorizing of coherentist and correspondence theories of logic.\n\nHere we find the essential groundwork for the mature naturalistic and process-oriented metaphysics that Dewey would elaborate in his later mature works such as Experience and Nature and Logic: The Theory of Inquiry.\n\nIn his long introduction, Dewey provides a summary and precis of his experimental logic, taking specifically pains to contrast his approach with the emerging analytic logic of Russell and Frege.\n\nChapters 3-6 take aim at the idealistic logic dominant in his time by providing a close reading and critique of the German logician Hermann Lotze.\n\nChapters 7-8 argue for the distinction between acquaintance with an external reality and knowledge of that reality.\n\nRather than disembodied and abstract, Dewey describes a logic arising out of the concrete interactions of organisms embedded within a natural environment. Dewey's logic of experience is essential to an understanding of his various projects, from education, to art, politics, pragmatism, and science.\n\n(Summary by P. J. Taylor) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/essays-in-experimental-logic-by-john-dewey/ |
early collection formative essays acclaimed american philosopher john dewey argues idealistic realistic analytic schools philosophy fail take account pragmatic experimental nature experience common science practical experience alien abstract theorizing coherentist correspondence theories logic find essential groundwork mature naturalistic process oriented metaphysics dewey would elaborate later mature works experience nature logic theory inquiry long introduction dewey provides summary precis experimental logic taking specifically pains contrast approach emerging analytic logic russell frege chapters 3 6 take aim idealistic logic dominant time providing close reading critique german logician hermann lotze chapters 7 8 argue distinction acquaintance external reality knowledge reality rather disembodied abstract dewey describes logic arising concrete interactions organisms embedded within natural environment dewey s logic experience essential understanding various projects education art politics pragmatism science summary p j taylor |
| 9718 |
9661 |
10297 |
Jeremy |
Hugh Walpole |
Family |
With affectionate humor, Mr. Walpole tells the story of Jeremy and his two sisters, Helen and Mary Cole, who grow up in Polchester, a quiet English Cathedral town. There is the Jampot, who is the nurse ; Hamlet, the stray dog ; Uncle Samuel, who paints pictures and is altogether 'queer’; of course, Mr. and Mrs. Cole, and Aunt Amy. Mr. Walpole has given his narrative a rare double appeal, for it not only recreates for the adult the illusion of his own happiest youth, but it unfolds for the child-reader a genuine and moving experience with real people and pleasant things. No child will fail to love the birthday in the Cole household, the joyous departure for the sea and the country in the long vacation. ( Joseph Hergesheimer, Hugh Walpole: An Appreciation, 1919, p 38 and david wales)</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/jeremy-by-hugh-walpole/ |
affectionate humor mr walpole tells story jeremy two sisters helen mary cole grow polchester quiet english cathedral town jampot nurse hamlet stray dog uncle samuel paints pictures altogether queer course mr mrs cole aunt amy mr walpole given narrative rare double appeal recreates adult illusion happiest youth unfolds child reader genuine moving experience real people pleasant things child fail love birthday cole household joyous departure sea country long vacation joseph hergesheimer hugh walpole appreciation 1919 p 38 david wales p |
| 9719 |
9662 |
10298 |
Peter Patter Book of Nursery Rhymes |
Leroy F. Jackson |
Poetry |
This is a Nursery Rhyme Book with lots of delightful short, rhyming stories that are meant to be read aloud to small children. They are vintage rhymes, most from the 1800s. Each section has about 5 minutes of rhymes. </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-peter-patter-book-of-nursery-rhymes-by-leroy-f-jackson/ |
nursery rhyme book lots delightful short rhyming stories meant read aloud small children vintage rhymes 1800s section 5 minutes rhymes p |
| 9720 |
9663 |
10299 |
Hunting of the Snark (Version 3) |
Lewis Carroll |
Humorous Fiction, Ballads |
The Hunting of the Snark - "An Agony in 8 Fits" is typically categorized as a nonsense poem written by Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson. Written from 1874 to 1876, the poem borrows the setting, some creatures, and eight portmanteau words from Carroll's earlier poem "Jabberwocky" in his children's novel Through the Looking Glass. Carroll often denied knowing the meaning behind the poem; however, in an 1896 reply to one letter, he agreed with one interpretation of the poem as an allegory for the search for happiness. Scholars have found various meanings in the poem, among them existential angst, an allegory for tuberculosis, and a mockery of the Tichborne case. I just found it to be great fun to read. (Phil Chenevert) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-hunting-of-the-snark-by-lewis-carroll-3/ |
hunting snark an agony 8 fits typically categorized nonsense poem written lewis carroll pen name charles lutwidge dodgson written 1874 1876 poem borrows setting creatures eight portmanteau words carroll s earlier poem jabberwocky children s novel looking glass carroll often denied knowing meaning behind poem however 1896 reply one letter agreed one interpretation poem allegory search happiness scholars found various meanings poem among existential angst allegory tuberculosis mockery tichborne case found great fun read phil chenevert |
| 9721 |
10923 |
11580 |
Leaves from Australian Forests |
Henry Kendall |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Australian poet Henry Kendall. It is the second volume of his collected poems, and contains some of his most widely-known verses, such as "Bell-Birds", "The Hut by the Black Swamp", and "The Last of His Tribe". This collection is also the work on which Kendall's particular reputation for nature poetry was first based. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/leaves-from-australian-forests-by-henry-kendall/ |
collection poems australian poet henry kendall second volume collected poems contains widely known verses bell birds the hut black swamp the last tribe collection also work kendall s particular reputation nature poetry first based summary carolin |
| 9722 |
9664 |
10300 |
Prefect's Uncle |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
The action of the novel takes place at the fictional "Beckford College", a private school for boys; the title alludes to the arrival at the school of a mischievous young boy called Reginald Farnie, who turns out to be the uncle of the older "Bishop" Gethryn, a prefect, cricketer and popular figure in the school. His arrival, along with that of another youngster, Wilson, who becomes fag to Gethryn, leads to much excitement and scandal in the school, and the disruption of some important cricket matches. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-prefects-uncle-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
action novel takes place fictional beckford college private school boys title alludes arrival school mischievous young boy called reginald farnie turns uncle older bishop gethryn prefect cricketer popular figure school arrival along another youngster wilson becomes fag gethryn leads much excitement scandal school disruption important cricket matches summary wikipedia |
| 9723 |
9665 |
10301 |
Parson's Wedding |
Thomas Killigrew |
Comedy |
Often considered Killigrew's best play, this is a comedy with a bawdy tone where people flirt, trick each other and everyone else. It was the first play in England to be performed with an all female crew. - Summary by Kristingj<br><br>\nCast List<br>\nNarration:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9737"> Diana Schmidt</a><br>\nMaster Careless:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881"> Roohi </a><br>\nMaster Wild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281"> Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMaster Jolly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026"> Michelle Eaton</a><br>\nCaptain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11254"> Avocado</a><br>\nParson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500"> Foon</a><br>\nMaster Constant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645"> MaryAnn</a><br>\nMaster Sad: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790"> TJ Burns</a><br>\nLady Wild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772"> Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nMistress Pleasant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174"> Availle</a><br>\nMistress Wanton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548"> Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nMistress Secret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10586"> Beatka10</a><br>\nLady Loveall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614"> Leanne Yau</a><br>\nFaithful: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179"> Sonia</a><br>\nBawd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872"> Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677"> KHand</a><br>\nCrop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494"> Jennifer Fournier</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179"> Sonia</a><br>\nDrawer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193"> Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649"> Kalynda</a><br>\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510"> Kathrine Engan</a><br>\nWatchman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179"> Sonia</a><br>\nFiddler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087"> Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796"> Linny</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-parsons-wedding-by-thomas-killigrew/ |
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| 9724 |
9666 |
10302 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 6 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction, Literary Fiction |
It tells the tragic story of a heroine whose quest for virtue is continually thwarted by her family, It is generally regarded as Richardson's masterpiece. This is Volume six out of a series of nine Volumes. <br><br>Letter 6 read by TriciaG, wib66, Timothy Ferguson and Adonis. ( Michele Eaton ) |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-volume-6-by-samuel-richardson/ |
tells tragic story heroine whose quest virtue continually thwarted family generally regarded richardson s masterpiece volume six series nine volumes br br letter 6 read triciag wib66 timothy ferguson adonis michele eaton |
| 9725 |
9667 |
10303 |
How to Do Chemical Tricks |
A. T. Anderson |
Chemistry |
While a bit outdated in many of the more complex descriptions of several of the phenomena described, this book is nonetheless still fun and relevant for a person interested in basic chemistry or physics tricks, and the devices built in the book can be easily replicated with more modern materials. The book is split up into many little experiments, tricks, with an explanation on how it works, what's happening, and how to reproduce the effects at home.(summary by Kyle Van DeGlast)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-do-chemical-tricks-by-a-anderson/ |
bit outdated many complex descriptions several phenomena described book nonetheless still fun relevant person interested basic chemistry physics tricks devices built book easily replicated modern materials book split many little experiments tricks explanation works what s happening reproduce effects home summary kyle van deglast p |
| 9726 |
9668 |
10304 |
Cuentos Escogidos (Traducidos directamente del dinamarqués) |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Short Stories, Single Author Collections |
La edición popular que en 1881 recopiló toda la obra de Andersen con el titulo de AVENTURAS E HISTORIAS, lleva al final unas notas autobiográficas, escritas en los años 62 y 74. Ya en 1862 reunió Andersen, en el mismo orden con que fueron escritos y vieron la luz,.todos sus cuentos, ilustrados por el malogrado B. Pedersen. La mayor parte de los publicados en este tomo pertenecen a las AVENTURAS recopiladas en el 62, y como hemos dicho,<br><br>Ilustradas principalmente por Pedersen. Summary by C. S. de Tejada.<br><br> |
Spanish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-escogidos-by-hans-christian-andersen/ |
la edición popular que en 1881 recopiló toda la obra de andersen con el titulo de aventuras e historias lleva al final unas notas autobiográficas escritas en los años 62 74 ya en 1862 reunió andersen en el mismo orden con que fueron escritos vieron la luz todos sus cuentos ilustrados por el malogrado b pedersen la mayor parte de los publicados en este tomo pertenecen las aventuras recopiladas en el 62 como hemos dicho br br ilustradas principalmente por pedersen summary c s de tejada br br |
| 9727 |
9669 |
10305 |
Harmonics |
William Vaughn Moody |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Vaughn Moody was an American dramatist and poet. Author of The Great Divide, first presented under the title of The Sabine Woman at the Garrick Theatre in Chicago on April 12, 1906. Moody's poetic dramas included The Masque of Judgment (1900), The Fire Bringer (1904), and The Death of Eve (left undone at his death). \nHe taught English at Harvard and Radcliffe until 1895, when he went to Chicago where he was an instructor at the University of Chicago, and from 1901 to 1907 assistant professor of English and rhetoric. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/harmonics-by-william-vaughn-moody/ |
william vaughn moody american dramatist poet author great divide first presented title sabine woman garrick theatre chicago april 12 1906 moody s poetic dramas included masque judgment 1900 fire bringer 1904 death eve left undone death taught english harvard radcliffe 1895 went chicago instructor university chicago 1901 1907 assistant professor english rhetoric summary wikipedia |
| 9728 |
9733 |
10369 |
Through the Magic Door |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Memoirs |
I care not how humble your bookshelf may be, nor how lowly the room which it adorns. Close the door of that room behind you, shut off with it all the cares of the outer world, plunge back into the soothing company of the great dead, and then you are through the magic portal into that fair land whither worry and vexation can follow you no more. You have left all that is vulgar and all that is sordid behind you. There stand your noble, silent comrades, waiting in their ranks. Pass your eye down their files. Choose your man. And then you have but to hold up your hand to him and away you go together into dreamland. Surely there would be something eerie about a line of books were it not that familiarity has deadened our sense of it. Each is a mummified soul embalmed in cere-cloth and natron of leather and printer's ink. Each cover of a true book enfolds the concentrated essence of a man. The personalities of the writers have faded into the thinnest shadows, as their bodies into impalpable dust, yet here are their very spirits at your command (Chapter I). <br></br>In this volume, Arthur Conan Doyle invites us into his library and discusses his favourite literature with the listener. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-magic-door-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
care humble bookshelf may be lowly room adorns close door room behind you shut cares outer world plunge back soothing company great dead magic portal fair land whither worry vexation follow more left vulgar sordid behind you stand noble silent comrades waiting ranks pass eye files choose man hold hand away go together dreamland surely would something eerie line books familiarity deadened sense it mummified soul embalmed cere cloth natron leather printer s ink cover true book enfolds concentrated essence man personalities writers faded thinnest shadows bodies impalpable dust yet spirits command chapter i br br in volume arthur conan doyle invites us library discusses favourite literature listener p |
| 9729 |
9670 |
10306 |
Canadian Boat-Song |
Unknown |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Portion of an article in Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, VOL. XXVI July-December, 1829 "The late Earl of Eglinton, a distinguished member of a family not destitute of Celtic blood, and which has even been illustrious honour and patriotic feelings and principles, had a high opinion of the loyalty and bravery of the Canadian Highlanders, and left the following translation of one of their boat songs among his papers, set to music by his own hand." - Summary by David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1829 |
https://librivox.org/canadian-boat-song-by-unknown/ |
portion article blackwood s edinburgh magazine vol xxvi july december 1829 the late earl eglinton distinguished member family destitute celtic blood even illustrious honour patriotic feelings principles high opinion loyalty bravery canadian highlanders left following translation one boat songs among papers set music hand summary david lawrence p |
| 9730 |
9671 |
10307 |
Chaperon |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
What on earth is a girl to do when London society has convicted her mother of a dreadful sin and has ostracized her? If blood is thicker than water, and the daughter remains loyal to her erring parent, how far will affect her own standing in society (and most important, of course) in the marriage market that is controlled by that society? This is the problem facing Rose Tramore and it will take all her charm -- and perseverance -- to solve it.\n(Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-chaperon-by-henry-james/ |
earth girl london society convicted mother dreadful sin ostracized her blood thicker water daughter remains loyal erring parent far affect standing society and important course marriage market controlled society problem facing rose tramore take charm perseverance solve it nicholas clifford p |
| 9731 |
9672 |
10308 |
Poems of American History, The Period of Growth |
Various |
Poetry, Early Modern |
This volume covers the age of expansion from the Revolution to the Civil War, including the creation of the Constitution, the Presidency of George Washington, the War of 1812, and the settling of the West, along with tales of Johnny Appleseed, the Alamo, the Gold Rush, the death of Jefferson, and The Wreck of the Hesperus. Authors include Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Francis Scott Key, John Greenleaf Whittier and Lord Byron. - Summary by Ed Humpal |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-american-history-the-period-of-growth-by-various/ |
volume covers age expansion revolution civil war including creation constitution presidency george washington war 1812 settling west along tales johnny appleseed alamo gold rush death jefferson wreck hesperus authors include henry wadsworth longfellow ralph waldo emerson oliver wendell holmes francis scott key john greenleaf whittier lord byron summary ed humpal |
| 9732 |
9673 |
10309 |
Child in the Midst: A Comparative Study of Child Welfare in Christian and Non-Christian Lands |
Mary Shauffler Labaree |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Chapters follow the progression of a child from birth through working years.Thus, Chapter 1 traces the child from newborn to toddler stage in the home. It includes assumed rights of children and mothers, superstitions, diseases and treatments, and what missions are contributing. Continuing on, Chapter 2 compares homes in various countries, explains the need for teaching the mothers, and delves into roles of fathers and missions. Other chapters explore the importance of play, the clash between play and work, views on education, and the role of worship. (Bill Boerst)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-child-in-the-midst-a-comparative-study-of-child-welfare-in-christian-and-non-christian-lands-by-mary-shauffler-labaree/ |
chapters follow progression child birth working years thus chapter 1 traces child newborn toddler stage home includes assumed rights children mothers superstitions diseases treatments missions contributing continuing on chapter 2 compares homes various countries explains need teaching mothers delves roles fathers missions chapters explore importance play clash play work views education role worship bill boerst p |
| 9733 |
9674 |
10310 |
My Friend Annabel Lee |
Mary MacLane |
Published 1900 onward |
Published in 1903, this selection of dialogues by Mary MacLane entails a mystery of wondering who she is speaking with. Is it the statue she describes at first? Is it an imaginary friend? Is it the author’s alter-ego? Or perhaps, is it a friend she knows in-the-flesh whom the author wished no one to recognize the identity of? These questions are never truly answered for how could a statue send word by postal mail or know some of the deeper vulnerabilities of the author without her knowing them herself? In these talks between herself and Annabel Lee come glimmerings of another time, discussions in the whimsy of personal stories, happenings in the neighbourhood, and the reflections in the deeper meaning of life as well as the bonds of friendship. - Summary by Daryl Wor |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/my-friend-annabel-lee-by-mary-maclane/ |
published 1903 selection dialogues mary maclane entails mystery wondering speaking with statue describes first imaginary friend author s alter ego perhaps friend knows in the flesh author wished one recognize identity of questions never truly answered could statue send word postal mail know deeper vulnerabilities author without knowing herself talks annabel lee come glimmerings another time discussions whimsy personal stories happenings neighbourhood reflections deeper meaning life well bonds friendship summary daryl wor |
| 9734 |
9675 |
10311 |
Mrs. Armytage, or Female Domination |
Catherine Grace Frances Gore |
Family Life, Literary Fiction |
Mrs Armytage is a widowed landowner, spirited, independent and very much used to having her own way and exercising total dominance over her family. She is acutely aware of social distinctions, proud of her power and prestige, and stands on her dignity to the point of becoming cold, judgemental and aloof. Her character flaws bring her into conflict with her children when her son Arthur announces his choice of a wife who is very much below their rank, and much will happen before Mrs Armytage learns to repent her behaviour.<br></br>\nMrs Catherine Gore was foremost among the writers of 'Silver Fork' or 'fashionable' novels, hugely popular in the early 1800s, which chronicle the romances and scandals of the upper classes during the Regency period. Her writing drew criticism from her contemporaries for being rather superficial, but even her critics acknowledged her often brilliant characterisation and gift for satire. In the present day, when Regency romances have become so popular, Mrs Gore is long overdue for a revival, and 'Mrs Armytage', one of her best works, offers rich rewards to the reader. ( Helen Taylor)<br></br>\n<b>IMPORTANT NOTE:</b> There are a considerable number of inconsistencies in the chapter numbering of the print version of this book (particularly in volume 3). The chapter numbers for the audiobook have been retained as they appear in print. </p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-armytage-or-female-domination-by-catherine-gore/ |
mrs armytage widowed landowner spirited independent much used way exercising total dominance family acutely aware social distinctions proud power prestige stands dignity point becoming cold judgemental aloof character flaws bring conflict children son arthur announces choice wife much rank much happen mrs armytage learns repent behaviour br br mrs catherine gore foremost among writers silver fork fashionable novels hugely popular early 1800s chronicle romances scandals upper classes regency period writing drew criticism contemporaries rather superficial even critics acknowledged often brilliant characterisation gift satire present day regency romances become popular mrs gore long overdue revival mrs armytage one best works offers rich rewards reader helen taylor br br b important note b considerable number inconsistencies chapter numbering print version book particularly volume 3 chapter numbers audiobook retained appear print p |
| 9735 |
9676 |
10312 |
Tower of Dago |
Mór Jókai |
Gothic Fiction |
This is the story of Feodor von Ungern, who, betrayed by his brother Zeno, installs himself with his son and a group of his most trusted men in a dark tower on the island of Dago. Sheltered in this tower, he terrorises the seas, until, one day, his brother falls into his hands... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-tower-of-dago-by-mor-jokai/ |
story feodor von ungern who betrayed brother zeno installs son group trusted men dark tower island dago sheltered tower terrorises seas until one day brother falls hands summary carolin p |
| 9736 |
9677 |
10313 |
Last Chronicle of Barset (version 2) |
Anthony Trollope |
Literary Fiction |
LibriVox reader Nicholas Clifford calls this Trollope's best novel in his introduction to the collaborative version of this fine novel - and he is right! A wonderful study of its central character, the proud, irascible, tormented, poverty-stricken clergyman, Josiah Crawley, who pays a heavy price for his human failings when he is brought to trial for the alleged theft of a cheque for twenty pounds. The trial is the source of much grief for his long-suffering family, not least his wife Mary and daughter Grace (the novel's romantic heroine), whilst the Reverend Crawley reminds us more and more of a mad King Lear on the heath. (Summary by Steve Gough) |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-chronicle-of-barset-by-anthony-trollope-2/ |
librivox reader nicholas clifford calls trollope s best novel introduction collaborative version fine novel right wonderful study central character proud irascible tormented poverty stricken clergyman josiah crawley pays heavy price human failings brought trial alleged theft cheque twenty pounds trial source much grief long suffering family least wife mary daughter grace the novel s romantic heroine whilst reverend crawley reminds us mad king lear heath summary steve gough |
| 9737 |
9678 |
10314 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 2: Jewish Heroes and Prophets |
John Lord |
History , Christianity - Other |
Volume Two of the series, this book focuses on the leaders of the Jewish faith from Abraham to Saint Paul. Summary by KHand</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-2-by-john-lord/ |
volume two series book focuses leaders jewish faith abraham saint paul summary khand p |
| 9738 |
9679 |
10315 |
Castle Rackrent |
Maria Edgeworth |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Satire |
"One of the most inspired chronicles written in English" was the verdict of William Butler Yeats on the novel Castle Rackrent by Maria Edgeworth which was first published in 1800. It is recognised as the first true historical novel in English as well as the first Big-House novel. Written at the time when there was much debate about the Act of Union which proposed to unite Great Britain with Ireland, the book satirised the mismanagement of their Irish estates by Anglo-Irish landlords. Maria Edgeworth's writing is wonderful - informative, entertaining and amusing by turns. Just before publication, extensive footnotes, a glossary and a preface were added, to counteract any negative impact that the Edgeworth family feared it might have on The Act of Union. This 1895 Edition includes a wonderful Introduction by Anne Thackeray Ritchie.<br />\nThe novel is set in early 1780's Ireland and is narrated by Honest Thady, loyal steward to generations of the Rackrent family. These are: The generous Sir Patrick, the tight fisted Sir Murtagh (married into the Skinflint family), the cruel Sir Kit who locked his wealthy wife up in her room for seven years and the amiable spendthrift Sir Condy, who has no head for business and a fondness for whisky punch. Together, they have run the estate into debt and disaster. Jason Quirk, Thady's astute son sorts everything out in the end to his satisfaction but much to Thady's dismay.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/castle-rackrent-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
one inspired chronicles written english verdict william butler yeats novel castle rackrent maria edgeworth first published 1800 recognised first true historical novel english well first big house novel written time much debate act union proposed unite great britain ireland book satirised mismanagement irish estates anglo irish landlords maria edgeworth s writing wonderful informative entertaining amusing turns publication extensive footnotes glossary preface added counteract negative impact edgeworth family feared might act union 1895 edition includes wonderful introduction anne thackeray ritchie br novel set early 1780 s ireland narrated honest thady loyal steward generations rackrent family are generous sir patrick tight fisted sir murtagh married skinflint family cruel sir kit locked wealthy wife room seven years amiable spendthrift sir condy head business fondness whisky punch together run estate debt disaster jason quirk thady s astute son sorts everything end satisfaction much thady s dismay summary noel badrian p |
| 9739 |
9680 |
10316 |
Bible (Fenton) 08, 13-14, 16-22, 25, 27: Holy Bible in Modern English, The: Psalms to 2 Chronicles |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
The Holy Bible in Modern English, commonly known as the Ferrar Fenton Bible, was one of the earliest translations of the Bible into "modern English" (i.e., English as spoken and written in the 19th and 20th centuries). <br><br>Work on the translation was begun in 1853 by a London businessman named Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. Fenton spent approximately fifty years working on his translation, with his sole goal 'to study the Bible absolutely in its original languages, to ascertain what its writers actually said and thought'. Fenton had acquired a great learning and understanding of ancient Sanskrit, Greek, Hebrew and Latin through being a distinguished member of the Royal Asiatic Society. As a tradesman he also had access to numerous ancient Septuagint and Masoretic manuscripts to aid in his translation, and he also used Brian Walton's Polygot Bible (1657) for minimal referencing. <br><br>The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what Fenton believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The EVER-LIVING", but to a lesser degree as "LORD" and to a much lesser degree as "JEHOVAH" (such as in Numbers chapter 15). The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." <br><br>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original. Summary by Wikipedia. |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/bible-in-modern-english-psalms-to-2-chronicles-by-ferrar-fenton-bible/ |
holy bible modern english commonly known ferrar fenton bible one earliest translations bible modern english i e english spoken written 19th 20th centuries br br work translation begun 1853 london businessman named ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years fenton spent approximately fifty years working translation sole goal to study bible absolutely original languages ascertain writers actually said thought fenton acquired great learning understanding ancient sanskrit greek hebrew latin distinguished member royal asiatic society tradesman also access numerous ancient septuagint masoretic manuscripts aid translation also used brian walton s polygot bible 1657 minimal referencing br br the translation noted rearranging books bible fenton believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living lesser degree lord much lesser degree jehovah such numbers chapter 15 bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages br br notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original summary wikipedia |
| 9740 |
9681 |
10317 |
Myths and Legends of the Great Plains |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Myths and Legends of the Great Plains is a compendium of myths and legends from the Great Plains region of the US. It includes many short stories, and also quite a few songs and poems. Each tale is tagged with what culture it is from - (Summary by Kyle Van De Glast)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-the-great-plains-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
myths legends great plains compendium myths legends great plains region us includes many short stories also quite songs poems tale tagged culture summary kyle van de glast p |
| 9741 |
9682 |
10318 |
American Scenery, Vol. 2 |
Nathaniel Parker Willis |
Travel & Geography |
Although the focus of this book is the engravings depicting scenic sites of 19th century America, each is accompanied by a short description of the site and location. These vignettes give us rare glimpses of scenic locations as they appeared in 1840. All sites are in the eastern part of the United States, especially New England and New York. This is Volume Two of a two-volume set. - Summary by Larry Wilson<br /><br />\n\nThe Book Coordinators for this project were <b>Larry Wilson</b> and <b>Linette Geisel</b><br /><br /> |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/american-scenery-vol-2-by-nathaniel-parker-willis/ |
although focus book engravings depicting scenic sites 19th century america accompanied short description site location vignettes give us rare glimpses scenic locations appeared 1840 sites eastern part united states especially new england new york volume two two volume set summary larry wilson br br book coordinators project b larry wilson b b linette geisel b br br |
| 9742 |
9683 |
10319 |
Myths and Legends of the Mississippi Valley and the Great Lakes |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
It is a loss to American literature that so much of the legendary history of these Indian tribes has gone, beyond hope of recovery. Exquisite in color, poetical in feeling, these legends of sun, moon, and stars, of snow, ice, lightning, thunders, the winds, the life of the forest birds and animals about them, and the longing to understand the why and the how of life—all which we have only in fragments…. As in all the other volumes of this series, no effort has been made to ornament or amplify these legends in the effort to make them “literary,” or give them “literary charm.” They must speak for themselves. What editing has been done has been in simplifying them, and freeing them from the verbose setting in which many were found. For in this section of the country, settled before it was realized that there was an Indian literature, the original work of noting down the myths was very imperfectly done.\nThese tales come from the following tribes: Winnebago, Chitimacha, Wyandot, Biloxi, Ojibwa, Mandan, Menomini, Cherokee, Sioux, Knisteneaux, Choctaw (Bayou Lacomb), Fox, and Natchez.\n( Author's Preface and david wales) </p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-the-mississippi-valley-and-the-great-lakes-by-katharine-berry-judson/ |
loss american literature much legendary history indian tribes gone beyond hope recovery exquisite color poetical feeling legends sun moon stars snow ice lightning thunders winds life forest birds animals them longing understand life all fragments volumes series effort made ornament amplify legends effort make literary give literary charm must speak themselves editing done simplifying them freeing verbose setting many found section country settled realized indian literature original work noting myths imperfectly done tales come following tribes winnebago chitimacha wyandot biloxi ojibwa mandan menomini cherokee sioux knisteneaux choctaw bayou lacomb fox natchez author s preface david wales p |
| 9743 |
10924 |
11581 |
Carry On! |
Virna Sheard |
Poetry |
This is a little volume of poetry by Canadian poet Virna Sheard. Published in 1917, its subject is the then ongoing first World War. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/carry-on-by-virna-sheard/ |
little volume poetry canadian poet virna sheard published 1917 subject ongoing first world war summary carolin |
| 9744 |
9684 |
10320 |
Silas Strong |
Irving Bacheller |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Published 1900 onward |
<br />\nPer the author: "The book has one high ambition. It has tried to tell the sad story of the wilderness itself—to show, from the woodsman's view-point, the play of great forces which have been tearing down his home and turning it into the flesh and bone of cities."\nBut this story is much more than that. It revolves around Silas Strong and his distaste for the modernization and destruction of his beloved forest surroundings, and how it pleases him to teach younger folk how to appreciate that which has been given us. He takes matters into his own hands, as only Silas Strong can do.\n<br />\nAddison Irving Bacheller was an American journalist and writer who founded the first modern newspaper syndicate in the United States. He was a graduate of St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York in 1882. - Summary from Book preface, Wikipedia, Roger Melin <p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/silas-strong-by-irving-bacheller/ |
br per author the book one high ambition tried tell sad story wilderness itself to show woodsman s view point play great forces tearing home turning flesh bone cities story much that revolves around silas strong distaste modernization destruction beloved forest surroundings pleases teach younger folk appreciate given us takes matters hands silas strong do br addison irving bacheller american journalist writer founded first modern newspaper syndicate united states graduate st lawrence university canton new york 1882 summary book preface wikipedia roger melin p |
| 9745 |
9685 |
10321 |
Bible (DBY) NT 07: 1 Corinthians |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand</p> |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-07-1-corinthians-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand p |
| 9746 |
9686 |
10322 |
Path to Prosperity (version 2) |
James Allen |
Modern |
James Allen (1864 - 1912) was a philosopher and a pioneer of New Thought movement. His works have formed the basis of much of the curriculum used today by many motivational and self-help groups,\nHis first book, which published in 1901, was From Poverty to Power, subtitled The Realization of Prosperity and Peace. Allen described this book as "A Book for all those who are in search of better conditions, wider freedom, and increased usefulness."\nThe book consist of two separate volumes, The Path To Prosperity (sometimes rendered as The Path of Prosperity) and The Way of Peace. Each volume has later published as a book in its own right.\nThis recording is of the first volume, The Path To Prosperity.\n - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-path-to-prosperity-version-2-by-james-allen/ |
james allen 1864 1912 philosopher pioneer new thought movement works formed basis much curriculum used today many motivational self help groups first book published 1901 poverty power subtitled realization prosperity peace allen described book a book search better conditions wider freedom increased usefulness book consist two separate volumes path prosperity sometimes rendered path prosperity way peace volume later published book right recording first volume path prosperity summary algy pug |
| 9747 |
9687 |
10323 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 028 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-028-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder p |
| 9748 |
9688 |
10324 |
Woman of Mystery |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
In 1898, a young boy watches in horror as his father is stabbed to death by a mysterious woman wearing a black lace scarf and an ornate brooch, Years later, when he arrives with his new bride at the chateau that was part of her dowry, he sees in a portrait the face of his father's murderer, wearing the same black lace and brooch -- his wife's late mother. Then he himself is attacked by a man resembling that same woman. Torn between love and repulsion for his bride, and plagued by self doubt, he answers the call to arms as world war begins. And in that war lies the answer to questions that have tormented him since the night of the original murder. - Summary by Jacquerie</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-woman-of-mystery-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
1898 young boy watches horror father stabbed death mysterious woman wearing black lace scarf ornate brooch years later arrives new bride chateau part dowry sees portrait face father s murderer wearing black lace brooch wife s late mother attacked man resembling woman torn love repulsion bride plagued self doubt answers call arms world war begins war lies answer questions tormented since night original murder summary jacquerie p |
| 9749 |
9689 |
10325 |
Song of Autumn |
Adam Lindsay Gordon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Adam Lindsay Gordon was an Australian poet, jockey and politician. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-of-autumn-by-adam-lindsay-gordon/ |
adam lindsay gordon australian poet jockey politician summary wikipedia p |
| 9750 |
9690 |
10326 |
Northanger Abbey (version 4) |
Jane Austen |
Literary Fiction |
If it is a truth universally acknowledged that a good-looking girl cannot fail of attracting a clever young man does it follow that the reverse is also true? If the man comes of a terrifyingly dysfunctional family and the girl in question likes to see spooks and horrors round every corner, yes. Morland by name, Lackland by nature, Catherine, not altogether addicted to the heroine role in general, finds this greatness thrust upon her in the (fortunately, principally financial) fantasies of her would-be inamorato's father, the General. When the General finds she is the artless, simple girl that she appears and not the creature of his frankly heartless imaginings of her, he thrusts her - but I leave the event to your fevered, no doubt Gothick, even, imaginination to determine.</p>\n\nA deliberate parody of the horrific strand in popular culture, as Jane Austen no doubt herself would observe if she could see the burgeoning cult of the Undead in Unliterary culture - It is as if Northanger Abbey had never been written! Hear it and laugh. - Summary by Tony Addison</p> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/northanger-abbey-version-4-by-jane-austen/ |
truth universally acknowledged good looking girl cannot fail attracting clever young man follow reverse also true man comes terrifyingly dysfunctional family girl question likes see spooks horrors round every corner yes morland name lackland nature catherine altogether addicted heroine role general finds greatness thrust upon fortunately principally financial fantasies would be inamorato s father general general finds artless simple girl appears creature frankly heartless imaginings her thrusts leave event fevered doubt gothick even imaginination determine p deliberate parody horrific strand popular culture jane austen doubt would observe could see burgeoning cult undead unliterary culture northanger abbey never written hear laugh summary tony addison p |
| 9751 |
9691 |
10327 |
Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio, volume 1 |
Songling Pu |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" (or "Strange Tales of Liaozhai") is a collection of nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the early Qing Dynasty. It was written in Classical Chinese rather than Vernacular Chinese. Pu is believed to have completed the majority of the tales sometime in 1679, though he could have added entries as late as 1707. He borrows from a folk tradition of oral storytelling to put to paper a series of captivating, colorful stories, where the boundary between reality and the odd or fantastic is blurred. The cast of characters includes vixen spirits, ghosts, scholars, court officials, Taoist exorcists and beasts. Moral purposes are often inverted between humans and the supposedly degenerate ghosts or spirits, resulting in a satirical edge to some of the stories. Ghosts and spirits are often bold and trustworthy, while humans are on the other hand weak, indecisive and easily manipulated, reflecting the author's own disillusionment with his society. (Summary by Wikipedia)\n\nIn this project, Librivox volunteers read from Volume 1 of Herbert Giles' English translation of these classic stories. |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/strange-stories-from-a-chinese-studio-volume-1-by-songling-pu/ |
strange tales chinese studio or strange tales liaozhai collection nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written pu songling early qing dynasty written classical chinese rather vernacular chinese pu believed completed majority tales sometime 1679 though could added entries late 1707 borrows folk tradition oral storytelling put paper series captivating colorful stories boundary reality odd fantastic blurred cast characters includes vixen spirits ghosts scholars court officials taoist exorcists beasts moral purposes often inverted humans supposedly degenerate ghosts spirits resulting satirical edge stories ghosts spirits often bold trustworthy humans hand weak indecisive easily manipulated reflecting author s disillusionment society summary wikipedia project librivox volunteers read volume 1 herbert giles english translation classic stories |
| 9752 |
9692 |
10328 |
Dionysius the Areopagite, with other poems |
Ann Hawkshaw |
Poetry |
An early figure in the birth of poetry in industrial Manchester, Ann Hawkshaw published three collections and another was circulated privately. Her first collection. published in Manchester and London in 1842, begins with an epic poem, Dionysius the Areopagite. Based on the New Testament story of the conversion of Dionysius by St Paul, much of the poem centres on the consequences of Dionysius' conversion for his betrothed, Myra, and her sister, Corrina. The collection also includes two of Hawkshaw's most important works, The Past and The Future, and a number of shorter poems on themes of history, loss and faith. (Summary by Phil Benson) </p> |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/dionysius-the-areopagite-by-ann-hawkshaw/ |
early figure birth poetry industrial manchester ann hawkshaw published three collections another circulated privately first collection published manchester london 1842 begins epic poem dionysius areopagite based new testament story conversion dionysius st paul much poem centres consequences dionysius conversion betrothed myra sister corrina collection also includes two hawkshaw s important works past future number shorter poems themes history loss faith summary phil benson p |
| 9753 |
9693 |
10329 |
World of Sound |
Sir William Henry Bragg |
Science, Science |
The World of Sound consists of six lectures delivered before a juvenile audience at the Royal Institution, Christmas 1919. The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures are a series of lectures on a single topic, which have been held at the Royal Institution in London each year since 1825, except several years during the Second World War. The lectures present scientific subjects to a general audience, including young people, in an informative and entertaining manner. Michael Faraday initiated the first Christmas Lecture series in 1825, at a time when organised education for young people was scarce.<br /><br />This series of lectures is still interesting for its basic explanation of sound and hearing, and the history of the research into it. The last chapter, Sound in War, was of course written at a time when submarines - and aeroplanes - were in their infancy. Acoustic mirrors, used as early warning devices of approaching aircraft before the invention of radar, are described, but the reader suspects that at the time of writing, the new invention of ASDIC (the predecessor of Sonar) was still secret and so was not mentioned in this lecture. Summary by Ruth Golding & Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-world-of-sound-by-sir-william-h-bragg/ |
world sound consists six lectures delivered juvenile audience royal institution christmas 1919 royal institution christmas lectures series lectures single topic held royal institution london year since 1825 except several years second world war lectures present scientific subjects general audience including young people informative entertaining manner michael faraday initiated first christmas lecture series 1825 time organised education young people scarce br br this series lectures still interesting basic explanation sound hearing history research it last chapter sound war course written time submarines aeroplanes infancy acoustic mirrors used early warning devices approaching aircraft invention radar described reader suspects time writing new invention asdic the predecessor sonar still secret mentioned lecture summary ruth golding wikipedia p |
| 9754 |
9694 |
10330 |
Way of Peace (version 2) |
James Allen |
*Non-fiction, Other religions |
James Allen (1864 - 1912) was a philosopher and a pioneer of New Thought movement. His works have formed the basis of much of the curriculum used today by many motivational and self-help groups.\nHis first book, which published in 1901, was From Poverty to Power, subtitled The Realization of Prosperity and Peace. Allen described this book as "A Book for all those who are in search of better conditions, wider freedom, and increased usefulness."\nOrinigally ,the book consisted of two separate volumes, The Path To Prosperity (sometimes rendered as The Path of Prosperity) and The Way of Peace. Each volume was later published separately. This recording is of the second volume.\n - Summary by Algy Pug</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-peace-version-2-by-james-allen/ |
james allen 1864 1912 philosopher pioneer new thought movement works formed basis much curriculum used today many motivational self help groups first book published 1901 poverty power subtitled realization prosperity peace allen described book a book search better conditions wider freedom increased usefulness orinigally the book consisted two separate volumes path prosperity sometimes rendered path prosperity way peace volume later published separately recording second volume summary algy pug p |
| 9755 |
9695 |
10331 |
Coffee Break Collection 012 - The Performing Arts |
Various |
General Fiction, Performing Arts |
This is the twelfth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "The Performing Arts", with works about theatre, music, dance, and film! Summary by Rosie. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffeebreak-collection-012-performing-arts/ |
twelfth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection the performing arts works theatre music dance film summary rosie |
| 9756 |
9696 |
10332 |
American Big-Game Hunting |
George S. Anderson |
Animals, Sports & Recreation |
The first book published by The Boone and Crockett Club founded by Theodore Roosevelt and George Grinnell, who declared in their Editors Note: "Hunting big game in the wilderness is, above all things, a sport for a vigorous and masterful people. The rifle-bearing hunter, whether he goes on foot or on horseback, whether he voyages in a canoe or travels with a dog-sled, must be sound of body and firm of mind, and must possess energy, resolution, manliness, self-reliance, and capacity for hardy self-help. In short, the big-game hunter must possess qualities without which no race can do its life-work well; and these are the very qualities which it is the purpose of this Club, so far as may be, to develop and foster."\n\nA bit outdated as to the equipment they used, this book is nevertheless an intense look at the west in early days, and at the beginnings of the conservationist movement in America. Each chapter focuses on a different animal, from buffalo, mountain goat, elk, pronghorn sheep, grizzlies, etc., indigenous peoples, different areas like the Rockies and Yellowstone, and it still captures the essence of the spirit of the hunt.\n\nThe book ends with a list of the club's original 100 members, a veritable Who's Who of Generals, Colonels, Doctors, Senators and Representatives, amongst them that most illustrious Gen'l William T. Sherman. ( ~ Michele Fry, read by Librivox Volunteers) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/american-big-game-hunting-by-various/ |
first book published boone crockett club founded theodore roosevelt george grinnell declared editors note hunting big game wilderness is things sport vigorous masterful people rifle bearing hunter whether goes foot horseback whether voyages canoe travels dog sled must sound body firm mind must possess energy resolution manliness self reliance capacity hardy self help short big game hunter must possess qualities without race life work well qualities purpose club far may be develop foster bit outdated equipment used book nevertheless intense look west early days beginnings conservationist movement america chapter focuses different animal buffalo mountain goat elk pronghorn sheep grizzlies etc indigenous peoples different areas like rockies yellowstone still captures essence spirit hunt book ends list club s original 100 members veritable who s generals colonels doctors senators representatives amongst illustrious gen l william t sherman michele fry read librivox volunteers p |
| 9757 |
9697 |
10333 |
Dunwich Horror |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
In a rundown farmhouse near isolated, rural Dunwich, a bizarre family conjures and nurtures an evil entity from another realm, with the purpose of destroying the world and delivering it to ancient gods to rule, and only an aged university librarian can stop them. The Dunwich Horror was first published in 1929 in Weird Tales. (Summary by Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/the-dunwich-horror-by-h-p-lovecraft/ |
rundown farmhouse near isolated rural dunwich bizarre family conjures nurtures evil entity another realm purpose destroying world delivering ancient gods rule aged university librarian stop them dunwich horror first published 1929 weird tales summary mark nelson p |
| 9758 |
9698 |
10334 |
Hind Swaraj or Indian Home Rule |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
First written in Gandhi's native language Gujarati, this booklet advocates for Indian non-violent self-rule during the struggle for Indian independence against the British Empire. It is written as a dialogue between two characters. In it, the "Reader" serves as a typical Indian countryman (the targeted audience for Hind Swaraj), who voices common beliefs and arguments of the time concerning Indian independence, while Gandhi, the "Editor," explains why those arguments are flawed and interjects his own valuable arguments of self-reliance, passive resistance and the Indian identity.<br><br>The Gujarati-language publication was banned from publication by the British in India, causing Gandhi to translate it to English himself to evade the British authorities, as well as rally support from English-speaking Indians and international supporters of independence. It is now considered the intellectual blueprint of India's independence movement. (Mary Kay and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/indian-home-rule-by-mohandas-karamchand-gandhi/ |
first written gandhi s native language gujarati booklet advocates indian non violent self rule struggle indian independence british empire written dialogue two characters it reader serves typical indian countryman the targeted audience hind swaraj voices common beliefs arguments time concerning indian independence gandhi editor explains arguments flawed interjects valuable arguments self reliance passive resistance indian identity br br the gujarati language publication banned publication british india causing gandhi translate english evade british authorities well rally support english speaking indians international supporters independence considered intellectual blueprint india s independence movement mary kay wikipedia p |
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9699 |
10335 |
Grand'ther Baldwin's Thanksgiving, with Other Ballads and Poems |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Ballads |
Horatio Alger, better known for his juvenile fiction, also penned some great poetry. His Ballads, including the 8 war poems and his odes, are collected in this volume. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/grandther-baldwins-thanksgiving-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
horatio alger better known juvenile fiction also penned great poetry ballads including 8 war poems odes collected volume summary carolin p |
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9700 |
10336 |
Little Girl to Her Flowers |
Anonymous |
Poetry |
This is a small volume with short poems about flowers. Listeners may wish to refer to the online text, which includes very neat illustrations. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-girl-to-her-flowers-by-anonymous/ |
small volume short poems flowers listeners may wish refer online text includes neat illustrations summary carolin p |
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9701 |
10337 |
Revolutions of Time |
Jonathan Dunn |
Science Fiction |
The Canitaurs, who believe that the past is the key to the future, and the Zards, who believe that the past is just the past, are at war and each believes that a redeemer will arrive and propel them to victory. What role Jehu, who has been summoned to the island of Daem, will play in stopping these hostilities is unclear but he soon learns that he will determine not just the outcome of the war but the fate of all humanity. |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/the-revolutions-of-time-by-jonathan-dunn/ |
canitaurs believe past key future zards believe past past war believes redeemer arrive propel victory role jehu summoned island daem play stopping hostilities unclear soon learns determine outcome war fate humanity |
| 9762 |
9702 |
10338 |
Rudin |
Ivan Turgenev |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<i>Rudin</i> is the first and perhaps least known novel by Ivan Turgenev, a famous Russian writer best known for his short stories and the novel Fathers and Sons. The story focuses on a romantic involvement between Rudin and Natalya, a serious, intelligent young woman. The topic of the “superfluous man” and his inability to act, which was a major theme of Turgenev's literary work, is explored. – Adapted from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rudin by Lee Smalley</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/rudin-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
i rudin i first perhaps least known novel ivan turgenev famous russian writer best known short stories novel fathers sons story focuses romantic involvement rudin natalya serious intelligent young woman topic superfluous man inability act major theme turgenev s literary work explored adapted https en wikipedia org wiki rudin lee smalley p |
| 9763 |
9703 |
10339 |
Keepsake (version 2) |
Anonymous |
Poetry |
This is a cute little volume of poems for children. Listeners may wish to refer to the text to see the pretty illustrations. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/the-keepsake-by-anonymous-version-2/ |
cute little volume poems children listeners may wish refer text see pretty illustrations summary carolin p |
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9704 |
10340 |
Selection of 19th Century Scientific Verse |
Various |
Poetry, Science |
<br />In the 18th and early 19th centuries, it was common for discoveries in branches of science such as botany, astronomy and medicine to be described in book-length treatises in verse. By the end of the 19th century this mode of popularising science was falling from favour as the studies of science and the humanities diverged and study became more specialised.<br /><br />This small selection of somewhat lighter-hearted verse written by distinguished scientists and mathematicians of the day includes poems by James Clerk Maxwell, William J. Macquorn Rankine and James Joseph Sylvester. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-selection-of-19th-century-scientific-verse/ |
br in 18th early 19th centuries common discoveries branches science botany astronomy medicine described book length treatises verse end 19th century mode popularising science falling favour studies science humanities diverged study became specialised br br this small selection somewhat lighter hearted verse written distinguished scientists mathematicians day includes poems james clerk maxwell william j macquorn rankine james joseph sylvester summary ruth golding br br |
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9705 |
10341 |
Miscellanea Curiosa, Vol 1 |
Edmond Halley |
Mathematics, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics, Earth Sciences |
"The Royal Society is a Fellowship of many of the world's most eminent scientists and is the oldest scientific academy in continuous existence." (from its Mission Statement). As scientists have explored the world around them, observed and tried to explain natural phenomena, they have been invited to present papers to the Royal Society. Edmond Halley (of Halley's Comet fame) was an eminent member of the society and gathered together some of the most interesting papers of his day. Today, we may see errors in the logic or calculations, based on current knowledge, but these papers are unedited and as presented at the time and show how scientific knowledge was expanding in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1715 |
https://librivox.org/miscellanea-curiosa-vol-1-by-edmond-halley/ |
the royal society fellowship many world s eminent scientists oldest scientific academy continuous existence from mission statement scientists explored world around them observed tried explain natural phenomena invited present papers royal society edmond halley of halley s comet fame eminent member society gathered together interesting papers day today may see errors logic calculations based current knowledge papers unedited presented time show scientific knowledge expanding late seventeenth early eighteenth centuries summary lynne thompson |
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9707 |
10343 |
Priest's Brother |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Dora Maria Sigerson Shorter was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter.\n\nShe was born in Dublin, Ireland, the daughter of George Sigerson, a surgeon and writer, and Hester (née Varian), also a writer. She was a major figure of the Irish Literary Revival, publishing many collections of poetry from 1893. Her friends included Katharine Tynan, Rose Kavanagh and Alice Furlong, writers and poets. (Summary from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-priests-brother-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
dora maria sigerson shorter irish poet sculptor marriage 1895 wrote name dora sigerson shorter born dublin ireland daughter george sigerson surgeon writer hester née varian also writer major figure irish literary revival publishing many collections poetry 1893 friends included katharine tynan rose kavanagh alice furlong writers poets summary wikipedia p |
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9708 |
10344 |
Dr Paull's Theory |
Alice Mangold Diehl |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Hugh Paull's training in a London hospital is nearly complete, and he will soon be qualified as a doctor. But what fate is in store for him? What destiny links him to the family of one of his patients? And how will he meet the strange events ahead? - Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/dr-paulls-theory-by-alice-mangold-diehl/ |
hugh paull s training london hospital nearly complete soon qualified doctor fate store him destiny links family one patients meet strange events ahead summary newgatenovelist p |
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9709 |
10345 |
Adventskalender 2017 |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen. <br><br>\nDer Ausschnitt aus "Peterchens Mondfahrt" am 6. Dezember wurde mit verteilten Rollen gelesen von: <br><br>\nWeihnachtsmann: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a> <br>\nPeterchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a> <br>\nAnneliese: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10148">Eva K.</a> <br>\nSandmännchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5753">Boris</a> <br>\nPfefferkuchenmännchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nErzähler und Audioschnitt: <ahref="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a> <br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2017-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen br br der ausschnitt aus peterchens mondfahrt 6 dezember wurde mit verteilten rollen gelesen von br br weihnachtsmann a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br peterchen a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br anneliese a href https librivox org reader 10148 eva k a br sandmännchen a href https librivox org reader 5753 boris a br pfefferkuchenmännchen a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br erzähler und audioschnitt ahref https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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9710 |
10346 |
Mr. Dooley in Peace and in War |
Finley Peter Dunne |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
In Chicago lay a street called Archey Road, which stretched through a neighborhood which was mostly Irish immigrants, among whom was Martin Dooley, "doctor of philosophy." Mr. Dooley was a saloonkeeper with opinions on most everything in his day, political or not. His pronouncements found their mark often as not in the White House, and President Theodore Roosevelt would begin his cabinet meetings with readings of Mr. Dooley's thoughts for the day. Of course, Mr. Dooley was entirely fictional, but his keen wit and insight were as relevant as any put forth by, say, Finley Peter Dunne, that penner of satirical essays. (summary by Don W. Jenkins) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/mr-dooley-in-peace-and-in-war-by-finley-peter-dunne/ |
chicago lay street called archey road stretched neighborhood mostly irish immigrants among martin dooley doctor philosophy mr dooley saloonkeeper opinions everything day political not pronouncements found mark often white house president theodore roosevelt would begin cabinet meetings readings mr dooley s thoughts day course mr dooley entirely fictional keen wit insight relevant put forth by say finley peter dunne penner satirical essays summary w jenkins |
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9711 |
10347 |
Lights |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale was an American lyric poet. Teasdale's first poem was published in Reedy's Mirror, a local newspaper in St. Louis, in 1907. Her first collection of poems, Sonnets to Duse and Other Poems, was published that same year.\n\nTeasdale's second collection, Helen of Troy and Other Poems, was published in 1911. It was well received by critics, who praised its lyrical mastery and romantic subject matter. (Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lights-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american lyric poet teasdale s first poem published reedy s mirror local newspaper st louis 1907 first collection poems sonnets duse poems published year teasdale s second collection helen troy poems published 1911 well received critics praised lyrical mastery romantic subject matter wikipedia p |
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9712 |
10348 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 048 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Teufelsaustreibung übers. von Alexander Eliasberg (1878-1924)<br>\nSilfwerhwit und Lillwacker übers. von Carl Oberleitner (1821-1898)<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. </p> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-048-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine teufelsaustreibung übers von alexander eliasberg 1878 1924 br silfwerhwit und lillwacker übers von carl oberleitner 1821 1898 br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a p |
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9731 |
10367 |
Visha Vahini |
Ramanuja Rao Somaraju |
Published 1900 onward |
Visha Vahini is a social drama novel which reflects the ‘social relationships’ in southern India in early 1900's. The main character in this novel falls in love with his class mate and friend. When he learns that she gets married to one of his peers, he gets disheartened and denounces everything in life. The story tells the importance of detachment. The author depicts how obsessive attachment and repenting is like a flow of poison. (Summary by Swapna)</p> |
Telugu |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/visha-vahini-by-ramanuja-rao-somaraju/ |
visha vahini social drama novel reflects social relationships southern india early 1900 s main character novel falls love class mate friend learns gets married one peers gets disheartened denounces everything life story tells importance detachment author depicts obsessive attachment repenting like flow poison summary swapna p |
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9713 |
10349 |
Anna Karenina |
Leo Tolstoy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Der Roman aus der Epoche des russischen Realismus gibt einen tiefgründigen Einblick in das Leben und die Lebensanschauungen der russischen Aristokratie des 19. Jahrhunderts. Mehr noch begeistert er durch die bis ins kleinste Detail mit großer Menschenkenntnis dargestellten Charaktere, deren Wesen Tolstoi uns weitestgehend durch ihre Art zu sprechen, denken, handeln und ihre "Kreise" auszuwählen näher bringt.<br>\nSeitensprünge sind in der besseren Gesellschaft durchaus üblich, jedoch nicht solche von der Art, wie Anna Karenina ihn begeht. Auch gelten für Ehebruch bei Frauen andere Maßstäbe als bei Männern, wie das Beispiel von Annas Bruder, Stepan Oblonski, zeigt. Die Handlung bewegt sich aber auch in vielen anderen Spannungsfeldern – z.B. denen zwischen Gutsbesitzern und Bauern, Stadt und Land, Gesunden und Kranken, Vorgesetzten und Untergebenen, Russland und dem Ausland, Fortschrittsdenken und Konservativismus, Moskau und St. Petersburg. <br>\nIm Mittelpunkt stehen drei Familien. Dies sind zum einen die in St. Petersburg lebenden Karenins und Wronski (Annas Liebhaber), dann die in Moskau ansässigen Oblonskis und schließlich die Lewins, die sich am wohlsten auf ihrem Landgut fühlen. Obwohl diese Familien verwandtschaftlich miteinander verbunden sind, könnten sie doch nicht unterschiedlicher leben. Durch ihr Beispiel bringt Tolstoi den Leser zum Nachdenken darüber, wie man richtig leben soll. (Zusammenfassung von Eva K.) |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/anna-karenina-deutsch-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
der roman aus der epoche des russischen realismus gibt einen tiefgründigen einblick das leben und die lebensanschauungen der russischen aristokratie des 19 jahrhunderts mehr noch begeistert er durch die bis ins kleinste detail mit großer menschenkenntnis dargestellten charaktere deren wesen tolstoi uns weitestgehend durch ihre art zu sprechen denken handeln und ihre kreise auszuwählen näher bringt br seitensprünge sind der besseren gesellschaft durchaus üblich jedoch nicht solche von der art wie anna karenina ihn begeht auch gelten für ehebruch bei frauen andere maßstäbe als bei männern wie das beispiel von annas bruder stepan oblonski zeigt die handlung bewegt sich aber auch vielen anderen spannungsfeldern z b denen zwischen gutsbesitzern und bauern stadt und land gesunden und kranken vorgesetzten und untergebenen russland und dem ausland fortschrittsdenken und konservativismus moskau und st petersburg br im mittelpunkt stehen drei familien dies sind zum einen die st petersburg lebenden karenins und wronski annas liebhaber dann die moskau ansässigen oblonskis und schließlich die lewins die sich wohlsten auf ihrem landgut fühlen obwohl diese familien verwandtschaftlich miteinander verbunden sind könnten sie doch nicht unterschiedlicher leben durch ihr beispiel bringt tolstoi den leser zum nachdenken darüber wie man richtig leben soll zusammenfassung von eva k |
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9714 |
10350 |
Myszeis |
Ignacy Krasicki |
Satire, Epics |
"Myszeis" (znany także jako "Myszeidos pieśni X") to chronologicznie pierwszy z trzech poematów heroikomicznych Ignacego Krasickiego. Poeta wyśmiewa w nim niektóre współczesne sobie zjawiska za pomocą opowieści o wielkiej wojnie między myszami i szczurami po jednej stronie, a kotami i ludźmi po drugiej.<br><br>Król Popiel, po krótkim okresie faworyzowania myszy, zmienia zdanie i czyni swoim faworytem kota. Wkrótce nastaje wielkie prześladowanie myszy i szczurów, a te postanawiają odpowiedzieć kontratakiem. Wybucha wojna...<br><br>Wzorując poemat na "Iliadzie" poeta nadał uczestniczącym postaciom zwierzęcym imiona mające pasować swoją rangą do epickiego charakteru opowieści. Odbiorca znajdzie też tu sceny podniosłych przemów i wielkich bitew. (Summary by Piotr Nater) </p> |
Polish |
1775 |
https://librivox.org/myszeis-by-ignacy-krasicki/ |
myszeis znany także jako myszeidos pieśni x chronologicznie pierwszy z trzech poematów heroikomicznych ignacego krasickiego poeta wyśmiewa w nim niektóre współczesne sobie zjawiska za pomocą opowieści wielkiej wojnie między myszami szczurami po jednej stronie kotami ludźmi po drugiej br br król popiel po krótkim okresie faworyzowania myszy zmienia zdanie czyni swoim faworytem kota wkrótce nastaje wielkie prześladowanie myszy szczurów te postanawiają odpowiedzieć kontratakiem wybucha wojna br br wzorując poemat na iliadzie poeta nadał uczestniczącym postaciom zwierzęcym imiona mające pasować swoją rangą epickiego charakteru opowieści odbiorca znajdzie też tu sceny podniosłych przemów wielkich bitew summary piotr nater p |
| 9775 |
9715 |
10351 |
Poems of Jonathan Swift, Volume One |
Jonathan Swift |
Single author |
<br />Sit back and listen to these light-hearted witty rhymes and see the world Jonathan Swift saw -- and maybe recognize your own. Think there is such a thing as corrupt rich guys who pretend they're God's gift to the world? So did Swift. Think some of these types strut around as if calls of nature don't apply to them? So did Swift. In one hilarious poem, he even describes gold diggers fighting over the loaded gentleman's gaseous offerings! His poem On Poetry, A Rhapsody, censored for treasonous mocking of the royal family, is in its rare uncensored form here. As free as he himself is with his sharp tongue against the blackened rich and corrupt , he knows others might have to kiss up to eat. So he includes many verses of advice on how to go about lying for a living, for example, "Your interest lies to learn the knack Of whitening what before was black." Despite the decay and hypocrisy he sees all around him he stays upbeat throughout -- even making fun out of his own tragic onset of deafness. You already know this giant of English literature for the great feast of prose he left us. Think of these delicious poems here as your sinful dessert. - Summary by Arthur Krolman <p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-jonathan-swift-volume-one-by-jonathan-swift/ |
br sit back listen light hearted witty rhymes see world jonathan swift saw maybe recognize own think thing corrupt rich guys pretend they re god s gift world swift think types strut around calls nature apply them swift one hilarious poem even describes gold diggers fighting loaded gentleman s gaseous offerings poem poetry rhapsody censored treasonous mocking royal family rare uncensored form here free sharp tongue blackened rich corrupt knows others might kiss eat includes many verses advice go lying living example your interest lies learn knack whitening black despite decay hypocrisy sees around stays upbeat throughout even making fun tragic onset deafness already know giant english literature great feast prose left us think delicious poems sinful dessert summary arthur krolman p |
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9716 |
10352 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 07. July 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the July Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The Work of the United States Board on Geographic Names, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>The Seine, the Meuse, and the Moselle, part II, by William M. Davis</li>\n<li>A Journey in Ecuador, by Mark B. Kerr, C. E.</li>\n<li>The Aberration of Sound as Illustrated by the Berkeley Powder Explosion, by Robert H. Chapman</li>\n<li>Mineral Production in the United States</li></ul>\nalong with Geographic Notes and Miscellanea.<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-07-july-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly july number br includes following articles br ul li the work united states board geographic names henry gannett li li the seine meuse moselle part ii william m davis li li a journey ecuador mark b kerr c e li li the aberration sound illustrated berkeley powder explosion robert h chapman li li mineral production united states li ul along geographic notes miscellanea br |
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9717 |
10353 |
California Sketches New And Old |
Oscar Penn Fitzgerald |
Modern (19th C) |
Here we meet all sorts of characters and situations in California’s early history: gunmen, outlaws, lynch mobs, raging storms, mining camps, lost clergymen, freed slaves, Northern sympathizers, Southern sympathizers, soldiers…. Oscar Penn Fitzgerald was a Methodist clergyman, journalist and educator. He served as California Superintendent of Public Instruction (1867–1871). His <i>California Sketches</i> were published in two series (1879 and 1881) and a consolidated volume (1895). This reading is based on the consolidated volume (Sections 1-48) with the addition of the sketches from the first books that were omitted in the last one (First, Sections 49-50; Second, Sections 51-57). The listener is alerted that the author exhibits the very common nineteenth century white man’s low opinion of Native Americans. The sketches are of church and nonchurch folk. Even those not interested in religious matters may be entertained by this view into the psychology and culture of early Californians, as well as the challenges and rewards of the land and climate themselves. (Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales)</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/california-sketches-new-and-old-by-oscar-penn-fitzgerald/ |
meet sorts characters situations california s early history gunmen outlaws lynch mobs raging storms mining camps lost clergymen freed slaves northern sympathizers southern sympathizers soldiers oscar penn fitzgerald methodist clergyman journalist educator served california superintendent public instruction 1867 1871 i california sketches i published two series 1879 1881 consolidated volume 1895 reading based consolidated volume sections 1 48 addition sketches first books omitted last one first sections 49 50 second sections 51 57 listener alerted author exhibits common nineteenth century white man s low opinion native americans sketches church nonchurch folk even interested religious matters may entertained view psychology culture early californians well challenges rewards land climate themselves summary wikipedia david wales p |
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9718 |
10354 |
Lectures on Tropical Diseases |
Patrick Manson |
Medical |
This short volume consists of the ten lectures which Sir Patrick Manson, medical adviser to the Colonial Office, delivered in San Francisco in 1905. Valuable to this day are his clinical descriptions: the three foot Guinea worm, still treated by slowly winding it on a stick when its tail emerges from the patient's leg, filarial elephantiasis, malaria, sleeping sickness, the wasting sickness kala-azar, plus sound advice on how to diagnose puzzling tropical fevers. The book is also an inadvertent chronicle of British imperialism. - Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/lectures-on-tropical-diseases-by-patrick-manson/ |
short volume consists ten lectures sir patrick manson medical adviser colonial office delivered san francisco 1905 valuable day clinical descriptions three foot guinea worm still treated slowly winding stick tail emerges patient s leg filarial elephantiasis malaria sleeping sickness wasting sickness kala azar plus sound advice diagnose puzzling tropical fevers book also inadvertent chronicle british imperialism summary pamela nagami m d p |
| 9779 |
9720 |
10356 |
Kallikak Family |
Henry H. Goddard |
Psychology |
<br /><i>The Kallikak Family: A Study in the Heredity of Feeble-Mindedness</i>, written by famous American psychologist and eugenicist Henry H. Goddard, is a famous but controversial extended case study following the Kallikak family (a pseudonym from the Greek words Kallos "beauty" and Kakos "bad") for the inheritance of "feeble-mindedness," a general category referring to a variety of mental disabilities including mental disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental illness.\n<br /><br />Goddard concluded that a variety of mental traits were hereditary and society should limit reproduction by people possessing these traits, which in turn helped to spur on the destructive eugenics movement, especially in the United States. \n<br /><br />Note: For the charts printed in Chapter II and referred to throughout the text, please refer to a visual copy of the book. - Summary by Mary Kay and Wikipedia<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-kallikak-family-by-henry-h-goddard/ |
br i the kallikak family study heredity feeble mindedness i written famous american psychologist eugenicist henry h goddard famous controversial extended case study following kallikak family a pseudonym greek words kallos beauty kakos bad inheritance feeble mindedness general category referring variety mental disabilities including mental disabilities learning disabilities mental illness br br goddard concluded variety mental traits hereditary society limit reproduction people possessing traits turn helped spur destructive eugenics movement especially united states br br note charts printed chapter ii referred throughout text please refer visual copy book summary mary kay wikipedia br br |
| 9780 |
9721 |
10357 |
Mont Oriol: or A Romance of Auvergne |
Guy de Maupassant |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Young bride Christiane arrives in Auvergne to "take the waters" with her husband, described as "a sickly flower, or a sucking pig with its hair shaved off." But rather than the relaxing family vacation she expects, she finds herself the center of a conspiracy between her father, the Marquis, and the "fossil" medical team in an effort to solve the problem of a lack of heir. Suddenly the discovery of a new spa throws the resort into disarray and brings a lowly family to prominence. Romantic intrigue, financial speculation, satire in the medical profession, a social commentary on the status of women, are all delivered in de Maupassant's picturesque prose. (Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/mont-oriol-or-a-romance-of-auvergne-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
young bride christiane arrives auvergne take waters husband described a sickly flower sucking pig hair shaved off rather relaxing family vacation expects finds center conspiracy father marquis fossil medical team effort solve problem lack heir suddenly discovery new spa throws resort disarray brings lowly family prominence romantic intrigue financial speculation satire medical profession social commentary status women delivered de maupassant s picturesque prose lynne thompson |
| 9781 |
9722 |
10358 |
His Brother's Keeper |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
Romance, Christian Fiction |
Stuart Duncan arrives home from college to find the workers in his father's mine on the brink of a strike. Leading the strike is Stuart's boyhood friend, Eric Vassal. Will they be estranged by the opposing forces? Or can they learn to work together as Stuart learns the true meaning of being <i>His Brother's Keeper</i>? (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/his-brothers-keeper-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
stuart duncan arrives home college find workers father s mine brink strike leading strike stuart s boyhood friend eric vassal estranged opposing forces learn work together stuart learns true meaning i his brother s keeper i summary adele de pignerolles |
| 9782 |
9723 |
10359 |
Funeral Orations |
Gregory of Nazianzus |
Religion |
Gregory the Theologian, also known as Gregory Nazianzen (which name also refers to his father,) was a 4th-century Archbishop of Constantinople. He is widely considered the most accomplished rhetorical stylist of the patristic age. Along with the brothers Basil the Great and Gregory of Nyssa, he is known as one of the Cappadocian Fathers. Gregory is a saint in both Eastern and Western Christianity. In the Roman Catholic Church he is numbered among the Doctors of the Church; in Eastern Orthodoxy and the Eastern Catholic Churches he is revered as one of the Three Holy Hierarchs, along with Basil the Great and John Chrysostom. He is also one of only three men in the life of the Orthodox Church who have been officially designated "Theologian" by epithet, the other two being St. John the Theologian (the Evangelist), and St. Symeon the New Theologian. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/funeral-orations-by-gregory-of-nazianzus/ |
gregory theologian also known gregory nazianzen which name also refers father 4th century archbishop constantinople widely considered accomplished rhetorical stylist patristic age along brothers basil great gregory nyssa known one cappadocian fathers gregory saint eastern western christianity roman catholic church numbered among doctors church eastern orthodoxy eastern catholic churches revered one three holy hierarchs along basil great john chrysostom also one three men life orthodox church officially designated theologian epithet two st john theologian the evangelist st symeon new theologian summary adapted wikipedia p |
| 9783 |
9724 |
10360 |
Gypsy Flight |
Roy J. Snell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Rosemary Sample, an airplane stewardess, meets a mysterious dark lady on a flight to Salt Lake City. The plane is forced down overnight by a snowstorm. The passengers spend the night in a Hunting Lodge. In the morning, the dark lady finds her bag missing. It contains important papers that may mean the life or death of thousands of people in the small town of Happy Vale. - Summary by Dawn Larsen |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/gypsy-flight-by-roy-j-snell/ |
rosemary sample airplane stewardess meets mysterious dark lady flight salt lake city plane forced overnight snowstorm passengers spend night hunting lodge morning dark lady finds bag missing contains important papers may mean life death thousands people small town happy vale summary dawn larsen |
| 9784 |
9732 |
10368 |
Romance Of Modern Sieges; Describing The Personal Adventures, Resource And Daring of Besiegers and Besieged In All Parts Of The World |
Edward Gilliat |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
Lively narratives of some of the great siege battles of war. The book was written before World War I, in 1908. Some of the narratives contain language which was common in 19th and early twentieth century usage but which listeners today may find offensive. Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-modern-sieges-by-edward-gilliat/ |
lively narratives great siege battles war book written world war i 1908 narratives contain language common 19th early twentieth century usage listeners today may find offensive summary david wales p |
| 9785 |
10941 |
11598 |
How Private George W. Peck Put Down The Rebellion |
George Wilbur Peck |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A series of U.S. Civil War adventures or incidents experienced and enhanced (or created) by humorist George W. Peck. Peck was at times a writer, newspaper publisher and politician. He had a wry sense of humor and sympathy for underdogs. ( Arnold Banner) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/how-private-george-w-peck-put-down-the-rebellion-by-george-wilbur-peck/ |
series u s civil war adventures incidents experienced enhanced or created humorist george w peck peck times writer newspaper publisher politician wry sense humor sympathy underdogs arnold banner |
| 9786 |
9725 |
10361 |
Fourth Dimension |
Charles Howard Hinton |
Mathematics |
"Mr Hinton tries to explain the theory of the fourth dimension so that the ordinary reasoning mind can get a grasp of what metaphysical mathematicians mean by it. If he is not altogether successful, it is not from want of clearness on his part, but because the whole theory comes as such an absolute shock to all one's preconceived ideas" - The Bristol Times (quoted within the book). <br><br>\n\nThis book was published in 1912. The author is attempting to communicate a very complex interweaving of philosophy and mathematics, and it is often difficult to follow his train of thought. However, it is hard to refute his idea of a four dimensional universe passing through and, in a way, creating our three dimensional one. <br><br>\n\nFor sections 1-9, the reader attempted to describe the illustrations in the text, but as the pictures were getting more complex, a separate PDF file of illustrations was created, copied from the pages of the book. It can be downloaded from the catalog page on archive.org or via the link "Extracted illustrations of the book" on the left side below. (Summary by Peter Yeasley) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-fourth-dimension-by-charles-howard-hinton/ |
mr hinton tries explain theory fourth dimension ordinary reasoning mind get grasp metaphysical mathematicians mean it altogether successful want clearness part whole theory comes absolute shock one s preconceived ideas bristol times quoted within book br br book published 1912 author attempting communicate complex interweaving philosophy mathematics often difficult follow train thought however hard refute idea four dimensional universe passing and way creating three dimensional one br br sections 1 9 reader attempted describe illustrations text pictures getting complex separate pdf file illustrations created copied pages book downloaded catalog page archive org via link extracted illustrations book left side below summary peter yeasley |
| 9787 |
9726 |
10362 |
Emancipated |
George Gissing |
Travel Fiction, Romance |
In Italy, everything is possible. Or, at least, much more than in the oppressive social order of the Victorian era. A group of British expatriats go to tour the country and do things they might live to either bless or regret. This book details their adventures and search of identity. The central question remains clear: can one be completely free? And, if so, is the price too high? ( Stav Nisser.) </p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-emancipated-by-george-gissing/ |
italy everything possible or least much oppressive social order victorian era group british expatriats go tour country things might live either bless regret book details adventures search identity central question remains clear one completely free and so price high stav nisser p |
| 9788 |
9727 |
10363 |
Challenge |
John William Streets |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
<br />The editor of the volume Made in the Trenches includes these poignant notes:<br />\n\nCorporal Streets, in submitting these sonnets some months ago, wrote: "They express not only my feelings but the feelings of thousands of others who, like myself, are on the verge of departure from England."<br /><br />\n\nCpl. Streets, in a letter accompanying later poems, also wrote: "They were inspired while I was in the trenches, where I have been so busy that I have had little time to polish them. I have tried to picture some thoughts that pass through a man's brain when he dies. I may not see the end of the poems, but hope to live to do so. We soldiers have our views of life to express, though the boom of death is in our ears. We try to convey something of what we feel in this great conflict to those who think of us, and sometimes, alas! mourn our loss. We desire to let them know that in the midst of our keenest sadness for the joy of life we leave behind we go to meet death grim-lipped, clear-eyed, and resolute-hearted."<br /><br />\n\nHe didn't survive, killed in action on 1st July 1916. - Summary by Ruth Golding<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/challenge-by-john-william-streets/ |
br the editor volume made trenches includes poignant notes br corporal streets submitting sonnets months ago wrote they express feelings feelings thousands others who like myself verge departure england br br cpl streets letter accompanying later poems also wrote they inspired trenches busy little time polish them tried picture thoughts pass man s brain dies may see end poems hope live so soldiers views life express though boom death ears try convey something feel great conflict think us sometimes alas mourn loss desire let know midst keenest sadness joy life leave behind go meet death grim lipped clear eyed resolute hearted br br survive killed action 1st july 1916 summary ruth golding br br |
| 9789 |
9728 |
10364 |
Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 5 |
Giorgio Vasari |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
The Lives of the Most Excellent Italian Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, from Cimabue to Our Times, or Le Vite de' più eccellenti pittori, scultori, e architettori da Cimabue insino a' tempi nostri, as it was originally known in Italian, is a series of artist biographies written by 16th-century Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari, which is considered "perhaps the most famous, and even today the most-read work of the older literature of art", "some of the Italian Renaissance's most influential writing on art", and "the first important book on art history". The title is often abridged to the Vite or the Lives. - Summary from Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-5-by-giorgio-vasari/ |
lives excellent italian painters sculptors architects cimabue times le vite de più eccellenti pittori scultori e architettori da cimabue insino a tempi nostri originally known italian series artist biographies written 16th century italian painter architect giorgio vasari considered perhaps famous even today most read work older literature art some italian renaissance s influential writing art the first important book art history title often abridged vite lives summary wikipedia |
| 9790 |
9729 |
10365 |
Family Happiness |
Leo Tolstoy |
General Fiction |
After a brief romance, the 17 year old Marya falls in love with the much older Sergyei Mikhailitch, an old family friend, and the two are married. They share an initially blissful life but after moving to St. Petersburg, Marya becomes enchanted with society and a rift opens between the two. (Summary by EvanJ) |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/family-happiness-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
brief romance 17 year old marya falls love much older sergyei mikhailitch old family friend two married share initially blissful life moving st petersburg marya becomes enchanted society rift opens two summary evanj |
| 9791 |
9730 |
10366 |
Cornelli |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction |
Cornelli lives in Iller-Stream with her widowed father, who calls on two Ladies of Culture to come spend time with Cornelli during one of his business trips, hoping that their influence will refine and improve his daughter. Instead, the ladies prove to have no real love for Cornelli, and she, being a sensitive soul, turns inward and becomes sullen and uncooperative. A boy who comes on a visit to Iller-Stream for his health befriends her, and this begins a chain of events that turn Cornelli's life right-side up again. (Summary by Jael Baldwin)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cornelli-by-johanna-spyri/ |
cornelli lives iller stream widowed father calls two ladies culture come spend time cornelli one business trips hoping influence refine improve daughter instead ladies prove real love cornelli she sensitive soul turns inward becomes sullen uncooperative boy comes visit iller stream health befriends her begins chain events turn cornelli s life right side again summary jael baldwin p |
| 9792 |
9734 |
10370 |
Clock Strikes Thirteen |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Children's Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Penny Parker is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter who has an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." In "The Clock Strikes Thirteen," Penny is confronted by two mysteries that ultimately converge. First there is the odd extra chime from the Hubell Clock Tower at midnight and the inexplicable replacement of the dedicated old clock tower caretaker by a shiftless friend of a real estate developer. Then there is a series of terrorizing attacks of local farmers, including a barn burning. The attacks appear to be the work of a band of thugs known as the "Night Riders." With the help of her friend Louise, Penny works to solve the dual mystery before an another attack and to save an innocent man from jail. - Summary by Cheryl Adam</p> |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/the-clock-strikes-thirteen-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is the clock strikes thirteen penny confronted two mysteries ultimately converge first odd extra chime hubell clock tower midnight inexplicable replacement dedicated old clock tower caretaker shiftless friend real estate developer series terrorizing attacks local farmers including barn burning attacks appear work band thugs known night riders help friend louise penny works solve dual mystery another attack save innocent man jail summary cheryl adam p |
| 9793 |
9735 |
10371 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 054 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction, Short Stories |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-054-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour p |
| 9794 |
9736 |
10372 |
Sabueso de los Baskerville |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction |
<b>El sabueso de los Baskerville</b>, también traducido como El perro de los Baskerville o El mastín de los Baskerville, es la tercera novela de Arthur Conan Doyle que tiene como protagonista principal a Sherlock Holmes. Fue publicada por entregas en el The Strand Magazine entre 1901 y 1902. La novela está principalmente ambientada en Dartmoor, en Devon en el Condado Oeste de Inglaterra. Conan Doyle escribió esta historia poco después de regresar de Sudáfrica, donde había trabajado como voluntario médico en The Langman Field Hospital en Bloemfontein. Fue asistido en el argumento por un periodista de 30 años de edad del Daily Express llamado Bertram Fletcher Robinson (1870-1907). Sus ideas provienen de la leyenda de Richard Cabell, que fue la inspiración de la leyenda de los Baskerville. Su tumba se puede ver en un pueblo llamado Buckfastleigh. (Wikipedia) </p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/el-sabueso-de-los-baskerville-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
b el sabueso de los baskerville b también traducido como el perro de los baskerville el mastín de los baskerville es la tercera novela de arthur conan doyle que tiene como protagonista principal sherlock holmes fue publicada por entregas en el strand magazine entre 1901 1902 la novela está principalmente ambientada en dartmoor en devon en el condado oeste de inglaterra conan doyle escribió esta historia poco después de regresar de sudáfrica donde había trabajado como voluntario médico en langman field hospital en bloemfontein fue asistido en el argumento por un periodista de 30 años de edad del daily express llamado bertram fletcher robinson 1870 1907 sus ideas provienen de la leyenda de richard cabell que fue la inspiración de la leyenda de los baskerville su tumba se puede ver en un pueblo llamado buckfastleigh wikipedia p |
| 9795 |
9737 |
10373 |
Early Lives of Dante |
Giovanni Boccaccio |
Biography & Autobiography |
This recording contains two early biographies of Dante, both written by notable Florentine literati.<br>\nGiovanni Boccaccio (1313 -1375) was an Italian poet, most famous for his monumental collection of tales, The Decameron. Like Dante, Boccacio was one of the first writers to use the Italian vernacular.<br>\nLionardo Bruni (Aretino) (1369- 1444) was an accredited historian and man of letters. His short biography was inspired by reading the version of Dante's life by Boccaccio, who he considered had mispresented Dante by over-emphasizing the influence of his association with Beatrice.<br>\nIn his collection Wicksteed also included short articles wrtten by the Florentine banker and diplomat Giovanni Villani (c. 1276 – 1348), his nephew, the historian Filippo Villani (fl. 15th century) and Boccaccio.\n(Summary by Algy Pug) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-early-lives-of-dante-by-giovanni-boccaccio/ |
recording contains two early biographies dante written notable florentine literati br giovanni boccaccio 1313 1375 italian poet famous monumental collection tales decameron like dante boccacio one first writers use italian vernacular br lionardo bruni aretino 1369 1444 accredited historian man letters short biography inspired reading version dante s life boccaccio considered mispresented dante over emphasizing influence association beatrice br collection wicksteed also included short articles wrtten florentine banker diplomat giovanni villani c 1276 1348 nephew historian filippo villani fl 15th century boccaccio summary algy pug p |
| 9796 |
9738 |
10374 |
Sing-Song: a nursery rhyme book |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry |
One hundred and twenty six beautifully written poems about babies and childhood that capture the marvelous wonders of that age. - Summary by Maggie Travers |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/sing-song-a-nursery-rhyme-book-by-christina-rossetti/ |
one hundred twenty six beautifully written poems babies childhood capture marvelous wonders age summary maggie travers |
| 9797 |
9747 |
10383 |
Love's Bitterest Cup |
E.D.E.N. Southworth |
General |
The sequel to "Her Mother's Secret". A wedding between Le and Odalite is rudely interrupted by Angus Anglesea, coming to claim his bride, or at least to keep her from marrying another. The Forces struggle to find justice against Angus Anglesea, even crossing over to England to hunt down the facts they need to expose his villainy. This story will be continued in "When Shadows Die".(Bridget Gaige) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/loves-bitterest-cup-by-eden-southworth/ |
sequel her mother s secret wedding le odalite rudely interrupted angus anglesea coming claim bride least keep marrying another forces struggle find justice angus anglesea even crossing england hunt facts need expose villainy story continued when shadows die bridget gaige |
| 9798 |
12510 |
13223 |
Love Songs |
George Graham Currie |
Poetry |
This is a collection of love songs by Canadian-born Floridian Poet Laureate George Graham Currie. As poetry is the key to the hearts of many people, all listeners are well-advised to pay special attention to these collected poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/love-songs-by-george-graham-currie/ |
collection love songs canadian born floridian poet laureate george graham currie poetry key hearts many people listeners well advised pay special attention collected poems summary carolin |
| 9799 |
9739 |
10375 |
Forty Seasons of First-Class Cricket |
Richard Gorton Barlow |
Biography & Autobiography |
R. G. "Dick" Barlow was one of the most accomplished all-round cricketers of the late 19th Century. For many years he opened the batting with A. N. Hornby for Lancashire and England, often acting as a "stonewaller" who "carried his bat through the innings" while his teammates hit out for runs. He also excelled with the ball and delights in telling his readers how he dismissed his contemporary W. G. Grace more often than most. Barlow's 40 years in club, county, and test cricket are recounted with an attention to detail befitting a first class cricketer and umpire. Listeners who prefer their sports autobiographies to be more anecdotal than statistical might do well to start with the three chapters on Barlow's Australian tours with the England cricket team. Francis Thompson's 'At Lords' - a nostalgic tribute to Barlow and Hornby from a Manchester poet - is added as a coda to the book. (Summary by Phil Benson) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/forty-seasons-of-first-class-cricket-by-richard-gorton-barlow/ |
r g dick barlow one accomplished all round cricketers late 19th century many years opened batting a n hornby lancashire england often acting stonewaller carried bat innings teammates hit runs also excelled ball delights telling readers dismissed contemporary w g grace often most barlow s 40 years club county test cricket recounted attention detail befitting first class cricketer umpire listeners prefer sports autobiographies anecdotal statistical might well start three chapters barlow s australian tours england cricket team francis thompson s at lords nostalgic tribute barlow hornby manchester poet added coda book summary phil benson p |
| 9800 |
9740 |
10376 |
Wet Magic |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A book about children who find magic in every day life .. and discover that mermen and mermaids actually have a whole underwater kingdom with Kings and Queens and of course Princesses. Of course you probably know these delightful children from their earlier adventures with magic, Bernard, Mavis, Kathleen, and Francis. Just normal children who believe in the fun of imagining and of magic. In this story Francis, who has always loved the idea of the sea but has never actually seen it, is very excited about going to the seashore for holiday. He finds an old aquarium and the others help him lug it home only to have their hopes dashed by Aunt Enid who was in charge temporarily. But then the magic starts when he unwittingly recites a magic charm. At the seashore the children execute a daring rescue of a supposed mermaid who 'die in captivity' and oh, lots and lots more. Enjoy these adventurous children and their wet magic in the sea. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/wet-magic-by-e-nesbit/ |
book children find magic every day life discover mermen mermaids actually whole underwater kingdom kings queens course princesses course probably know delightful children earlier adventures magic bernard mavis kathleen francis normal children believe fun imagining magic story francis always loved idea sea never actually seen it excited going seashore holiday finds old aquarium others help lug home hopes dashed aunt enid charge temporarily magic starts unwittingly recites magic charm seashore children execute daring rescue supposed mermaid die captivity oh lots lots more enjoy adventurous children wet magic sea summary phil chenevert p |
| 9801 |
9741 |
10377 |
Christie's Old Organ |
Mrs. O. F. Walton |
Children's Fiction, Family, Christian Fiction |
Christie is all alone in the world after his mother dies. He lives in a boarding house and every night creeps up the attic stairs to hear an old barrel organ play. One night while he is listening, the organ stops and Christie hears a thump. What has happened? What should Christie do? - Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/christies-old-organ-by-mrs-o-f-walton/ |
christie alone world mother dies lives boarding house every night creeps attic stairs hear old barrel organ play one night listening organ stops christie hears thump happened christie do summary esther ben simonides p |
| 9802 |
9742 |
10378 |
Mother and Daughter |
Augusta Webster |
Single author, Sonnets |
Uncompleted at her death, Augusta Webster's posthumously published sonnet sequence Mother and Daughter celebrates the relationship between a mother and her only child. As well as reflecting on aging and mortality, the sonnets express joy and love. This volume includes seven additional sonnets on other themes. - Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/mother-and-daughter-by-augusta-webster/ |
uncompleted death augusta webster s posthumously published sonnet sequence mother daughter celebrates relationship mother child well reflecting aging mortality sonnets express joy love volume includes seven additional sonnets themes summary newgatenovelist p |
| 9803 |
9743 |
10379 |
Dernier des Mohicans |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Le récit a pour théâtre l’Amérique du Nord, pendant la guerre de Sept Ans. Les affrontements entre français et anglais en forment la toile de fond. Cooper décrit notamment la bataille de Fort William Henry qui oppose, en juillet et août 1757, les troupes du général français Montcalm (et de ses alliés amérindiens) à celles du colonel britannique Munro. - Résumé de WIKIPEDIA</p> |
French |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/le-dernier-des-mohicans-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
le récit pour théâtre l amérique du nord pendant la guerre de sept ans les affrontements entre français et anglais en forment la toile de fond cooper décrit notamment la bataille de fort william henry qui oppose en juillet et août 1757 les troupes du général français montcalm et de ses alliés amérindiens à celles du colonel britannique munro résumé de wikipedia p |
| 9804 |
9744 |
10380 |
Microphone Showdown 3 |
Various |
|
<br />This is a project which will allow readers and listeners to compare the recording quality of a wide variety of recording devices. It is a sequel to the first Microphone Showdown project which was catalogued in 2011. Since that time the range of devices available for the recording of spoken audio has increased significantly. \n - Summary by Algy Pug<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/microphone-showdown-3-by-various/ |
br this project allow readers listeners compare recording quality wide variety recording devices sequel first microphone showdown project catalogued 2011 since time range devices available recording spoken audio increased significantly summary algy pug br br |
| 9805 |
9745 |
10381 |
In the Autumn Grass |
Hamlin Garland |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers take us out on the prairie among the wind and blue stem with readings of In the Autumn Grass by Hamlin Garland. This is the fortnightly poem for November 8, 2015.</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-autumn-grass-by-hamlin-garland/ |
librivox volunteers take us prairie among wind blue stem readings autumn grass hamlin garland fortnightly poem november 8 2015 p |
| 9806 |
9746 |
10382 |
Say Not the Struggle Naught Availeth |
Arthur Hugh Clough |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Arthur Hugh Clough (kluf) was an English poet, an educationalist, and the devoted assistant to ground-breaking nurse Florence Nightingale. He was the brother of suffragist Anne Clough, who became principal of Newnham College, Cambridge. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/say-not-the-struggle-naught-availeth-by-arthur-hugh-clough/ |
arthur hugh clough kluf english poet educationalist devoted assistant ground breaking nurse florence nightingale brother suffragist anne clough became principal newnham college cambridge summary wikipedia p |
| 9807 |
9748 |
10384 |
Vicar's Daughter |
George MacDonald |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Romance, Christian Fiction |
This is the third book of the 'Marshmallow' trilogy. It is a fictional autobiography written by Ethelwyn Percivale, or 'Wynnie'. Her father is a clergyman, Mr. Walton, whose history has already been told in "A Quiet Neighborhood", the first of the three books. Wynnie has a happy childhood and falls in love with a struggling artist. It is about Wynnie and her family, and her little circle of old and new friends. We learn much about the poor of society of that time. This book is set in the real, every-day world, and our narrator is serious when she calls her life ''quiet and ordinary''. Though there are some exciting incidents, visits made, and long conversations about God. This book is a delightful read. - Summary by fiddlesticks<br /><br />The trilogy:<br /><a href="https://librivox.org/annals-of-a-quiet-neighbourhood-by-george-macdonald/">Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/the-seaboard-parish-by-george-macdonald/">The Seaboard Parish</a><br /><a href="http://librivox.org/the-vicars-daughter-by-george-macdonald/">The Vicar's Daughter</a> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-vicars-daughter-by-george-macdonald/ |
third book marshmallow trilogy fictional autobiography written ethelwyn percivale wynnie father clergyman mr walton whose history already told a quiet neighborhood first three books wynnie happy childhood falls love struggling artist wynnie family little circle old new friends learn much poor society time book set real every day world narrator serious calls life quiet ordinary though exciting incidents visits made long conversations god book delightful read summary fiddlesticks br br the trilogy br a href https librivox org annals of a quiet neighbourhood by george macdonald annals quiet neighbourhood a br a href https librivox org the seaboard parish by george macdonald the seaboard parish a br a href http librivox org the vicars daughter by george macdonald the vicar s daughter a |
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9749 |
10385 |
Operation Interstellar |
George O. Smith |
Science Fiction |
Haedaecker’s Theory claims that real-time communications across space is impossible. Paul Grayson believes that Z-wave technology will make real time communication possible. Paul sets out to prove his theory but there are those who don’t want him to succeed. Follow Paul’s adventures while he tries to prove his theory correct in the face of stiff opposition from those who do not want him to succeed. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) </p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/operation-interstellar-by-george-o-smith/ |
haedaecker s theory claims real time communications across space impossible paul grayson believes z wave technology make real time communication possible paul sets prove theory don t want succeed follow paul s adventures tries prove theory correct face stiff opposition want succeed summary richard kilmer p |
| 9809 |
9750 |
10386 |
Old Man's Love |
Anthony Trollope |
Literary Fiction |
This was Trollope's last completed novel, and he may have acquired his sympathy for older lovers with age! A not-so-very-old man, Mr. Whittlestaff, dearly loves Mary Lawrie, the girl he provides a home for after her father's death. He wishes to marry her, and she reluctantly accepts him, but warns him of her deep regard for a young man she had known years earlier. That Mr. Gordon had not exactly engaged her, but had gone off to seek his fortune and had not communicated with Mary ever since. Shortly after Mary accepts Mr. Whittlestaff, Gordon shows up. Trollope works out a final arrangement which resolves the quandary, but not with comfort. (Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-mans-love-by-anthony-trollope/ |
trollope s last completed novel may acquired sympathy older lovers age not so very old man mr whittlestaff dearly loves mary lawrie girl provides home father s death wishes marry her reluctantly accepts him warns deep regard young man known years earlier mr gordon exactly engaged her gone seek fortune communicated mary ever since shortly mary accepts mr whittlestaff gordon shows up trollope works final arrangement resolves quandary comfort arnold banner p |
| 9810 |
9751 |
10387 |
Oliver Twist (version 5 Dramatic Reading) |
Charles Dickens |
Dramatic Readings, Literary Fiction |
When orphaned Oliver Twist asks for more food, the workhouse board are horrified and immediately pack him off to work for an undertaker, who treats him badly. Oliver runs away and finds himself in the streets of London, where he meets the Artful Dodger and is lured into a gang of young pickpockets, led by the evil Fagin. Even amidst his horrible surroundings, Oliver escapes and finds his way into a loving home. But Fagin's gang are determined to steal him back to their life of crime, coming closer and closer...\n\nDickens' classic tale of an orphan boy who has adventures with pickpockets and thieves, is here brought to life in a dramatised reading with a full cast! Scheming Fagin, cruel Bill Sykes and innocent Oliver tell their stories in their own voices, as dramatically as Dickens intended. Oliver Twist has been made into several movies and a musical, as the themes of social justice and the triumph of goodness over evil are perennially appealing.<br><br>\n\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">MrsHand</a><br>Oliver Twist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">SweetPea</a><br>Fagin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7326">Adamski</a><br>Bill Sykes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>The Artful Dodger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">EstherbenSimonides</a><br>Nancy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">AdeledePignerolles</a><br>Rose Maylie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Elizabby</a><br>Mr Brownlow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">jburlinson</a><br>Doctor Losberne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a><br>Monks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9698">Doug42</a><br><br>\n\nMinor characters read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">aaronml</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/111010">ACG8</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">AdeledePignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10971">AntonK6</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10433">Apenia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">BlueFunk</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10465">Bocradera</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10942">BurgerChalet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">catrose</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10515">clarinetcarrot</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">commonsparrow3</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10656">ditt63</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9698">Doug42</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10598">East</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9393">edhumpal</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Elizabby</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9961">EvenKeel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Kitty</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">leanneyauyau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">LydiaCW</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">maggietravers</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">McFarlane</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10005">michaelcjohnson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">MikeyHaz</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">RobBoard</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10610">rockbadger</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">Salvationist</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10447">stilldeniel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">TenorBoy</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10230">toadoftoadhall</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle88</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">unclejoe</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">wib66</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy2</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">WiltedScribe</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">ZamesCurran</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">zwergwolf</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a>\n\n<br><br>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">AdeledePignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">SweetPea</a> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-version-5-dramatic-reading-by-charles-dickens/ |
orphaned oliver twist asks food workhouse board horrified immediately pack work undertaker treats badly oliver runs away finds streets london meets artful dodger lured gang young pickpockets led evil fagin even amidst horrible surroundings oliver escapes finds way loving home fagin s gang determined steal back life crime coming closer closer dickens classic tale orphan boy adventures pickpockets thieves brought life dramatised reading full cast scheming fagin cruel bill sykes innocent oliver tell stories voices dramatically dickens intended oliver twist made several movies musical themes social justice triumph goodness evil perennially appealing br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8677 mrshand a br oliver twist a href https librivox org reader 7356 sweetpea a br fagin a href https librivox org reader 7326 adamski a br bill sykes a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br the artful dodger a href https librivox org reader 8886 estherbensimonides a br nancy a href https librivox org reader 9446 adeledepignerolles a br rose maylie a href https librivox org reader 6281 elizabby a br mr brownlow a href https librivox org reader 10396 jburlinson a br doctor losberne a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a br monks a href https librivox org reader 9698 doug42 a br br minor characters read by a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaronml a a href https librivox org reader 111010 acg8 a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adeledepignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href https librivox org reader 10971 antonk6 a a href https librivox org reader 10433 apenia a a href https librivox org reader 10528 bluefunk a a href https librivox org reader 10465 bocradera a a href https librivox org reader 10942 burgerchalet a a href https librivox org reader 7315 catrose a a href https librivox org reader 10515 clarinetcarrot a a href https librivox org reader 8051 commonsparrow3 a a href https librivox org reader 10656 ditt63 a a href https librivox org reader 9698 doug42 a a href https librivox org reader 10598 east a a href https librivox org reader 9393 edhumpal a a href https librivox org reader 6281 elizabby a a href https librivox org reader 9961 evenkeel a a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a a href https librivox org reader 10179 kitty a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanneyauyau a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydiacw a a href https librivox org reader 9599 maggietravers a a href https librivox org reader 10459 mcfarlane a a href https librivox org reader 10005 michaelcjohnson a a href https librivox org reader 10357 mikeyhaz a a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a a href https librivox org reader 8164 robboard a a href https librivox org reader 10610 rockbadger a a href https librivox org reader 10542 salvationist a a href https librivox org reader 10447 stilldeniel a a href https librivox org reader 10143 tenorboy a a href https librivox org reader 10230 toadoftoadhall a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle88 a a href https librivox org reader 9647 unclejoe a a href https librivox org reader 7026 wib66 a a href https librivox org reader 7359 willy2 a a href https librivox org reader 10789 wiltedscribe a a href https librivox org reader 9929 zamescurran a a href https librivox org reader 10791 zwergwolf a a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 9446 adeledepignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 7356 sweetpea a |
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9752 |
10388 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 5 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
Political Science |
Carl von Ossietzky (1889-1938), Journalist, Pazifist und Friedensnobelpreisträger [1935], zählte zu den herausragenden Persönlichkeiten in Deutschland zwischen den Weltkriegen. Durch seinen investigativen Journalismus machte er in der Zeitschrift "Die Weltbühne" erstmals auf die Aufrüstung Deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen Spionage verurteilt.<br></br>Dieser fünfte Teil seiner gesammelten Schriften umfasst in verschiedenen Zeitschriften und Zeitungen erschienene Artikel über Politik, Geschichte und Kunst. Viele der politischen Schriften sind noch immer perfekt auf die heutige Zeit übertragbar. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-5-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky 1889 1938 journalist pazifist und friedensnobelpreisträger 1935 zählte zu den herausragenden persönlichkeiten deutschland zwischen den weltkriegen durch seinen investigativen journalismus machte er der zeitschrift die weltbühne erstmals auf die aufrüstung deutschlands aufmerksam und wurde dafür 1931 wegen spionage verurteilt br br dieser fünfte teil seiner gesammelten schriften umfasst verschiedenen zeitschriften und zeitungen erschienene artikel über politik geschichte und kunst viele der politischen schriften sind noch immer perfekt auf die heutige zeit übertragbar summary carolin |
| 9812 |
9753 |
10389 |
"Boy" The Wandering Dog |
Marshall Saunders |
Animals & Nature |
Another 'dog's-eye view' book for children by this early activist for the American Humane Society. In this tale, we follow the travels and adventures of Boy, a loveable and loyal wire-haired fox-terrier in city and country. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/boy-the-wandering-dog-by-marshall-saunders/ |
another dog s eye view book children early activist american humane society tale follow travels adventures boy loveable loyal wire haired fox terrier city country summary lynne thompson |
| 9813 |
9779 |
10415 |
undecimo comandamento |
Anton Giulio Barrili |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
La tranquillità di una cittadina di provincia, il progetto di uno zelante sottoprefetto e la vita sentimentale della signorina Adele Ruzzani, vengono messi alla prova dalla presenza dei frati laici del convento di San Bruno. |
Italian |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/l-undecimo-comandamento-by-anton-giulio-barrili/ |
la tranquillità di una cittadina di provincia il progetto di uno zelante sottoprefetto e la vita sentimentale della signorina adele ruzzani vengono messi alla prova dalla presenza dei frati laici del convento di san bruno |
| 9814 |
9754 |
10390 |
Ocean Waifs |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
"The “vulture of the sea,” borne upon broad wing, and wandering over the wide Atlantic, suddenly suspends his flight to look down upon an object that has attracted his attention.\n<br><br>\nIt is a raft, with a disc not much larger than a dining-table, constructed out of two small spars of a ship,—the dolphin-striker and spritsail yard,—with two broad planks and some narrower ones lashed crosswise, and over all two or three pieces of sail-cloth carelessly spread." So begins this adventure, both on land and on sea! (Summary adapted from chapter 1) |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-ocean-waifs-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
the vulture sea borne upon broad wing wandering wide atlantic suddenly suspends flight look upon object attracted attention br br raft disc much larger dining table constructed two small spars ship the dolphin striker spritsail yard with two broad planks narrower ones lashed crosswise two three pieces sail cloth carelessly spread begins adventure land sea summary adapted chapter 1 |
| 9815 |
9755 |
10391 |
People Minus X |
Raymond Z. Gallun |
Science Fiction |
A disastrous experiment destroys the moon and kills millions on earth. The invention of artificial flesh lets them return to life as androids, a second and perhaps superior human species. Mounting tensions between the naturals and the “phonies” erupts in violence. Will this scientific advance bring eternal life and the gift of travel to the stars or bring about mankind’s self-destruction? (Summary by Mark Nelson) </p> |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/people-minus-x-by-raymond-z-gallun/ |
disastrous experiment destroys moon kills millions earth invention artificial flesh lets return life androids second perhaps superior human species mounting tensions naturals phonies erupts violence scientific advance bring eternal life gift travel stars bring mankind s self destruction summary mark nelson p |
| 9816 |
9756 |
10392 |
Life of Florence Nightingale, Volume 1 |
Edward Tyas Cook |
Biography & Autobiography |
A history of Florence Nightingale (1820-1910), the founder of modern nursing. Here's the definitive biography, gleaned from a lifetime of her notes, letters and writings, that goes way beyond the mere legend of "The Lady With The Lamp", and the "Founder Of Modern Nursing". This well written saga covers the vastly more expanded story of her development into an intelligent woman with a high purpose, her social standing and family connections that opened many doors for her, her extensive work after the Crimean War working with governments to develop better health care delivery systems to the indigent in England and in India, and her voluminous writings on numerous topics. Volume 1 recounts her life from childhood through 1861. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-florence-nightingale-volume-1-by-edward-tyas-cook/ |
history florence nightingale 1820 1910 founder modern nursing here s definitive biography gleaned lifetime notes letters writings goes way beyond mere legend the lady lamp founder modern nursing well written saga covers vastly expanded story development intelligent woman high purpose social standing family connections opened many doors her extensive work crimean war working governments develop better health care delivery systems indigent england india voluminous writings numerous topics volume 1 recounts life childhood 1861 summary michele fry |
| 9817 |
9757 |
10393 |
Diary of Samuel Pepys 1662 |
Samuel Pepys |
Memoirs |
Samuel Pepys was the first Secretary to the Admiralty during the reign of Charles II, instrumental in developing the Royal Navy and witness to some of the most significant events of the Restoration period, including the Great Fire of London. His famous diary, which covers a period of some ten years, throws a frank and intimate light on a fascinating period, through the lens of a vigorous, intelligent and refreshingly candid and extrovert personality. This volume covers the third year of the diary. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-samuel-pepys-1662-by-samuel-pepys/ |
samuel pepys first secretary admiralty reign charles ii instrumental developing royal navy witness significant events restoration period including great fire london famous diary covers period ten years throws frank intimate light fascinating period lens vigorous intelligent refreshingly candid extrovert personality volume covers third year diary summary nicole lee p |
| 9818 |
9758 |
10394 |
Compilation de poèmes - 006 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. <p> (Ezwa)</p> |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-006-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox p ezwa p |
| 9819 |
9759 |
10395 |
Indian Story Book |
Richard Wilson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Richard Wilson has taken tales from the two great Indian epics, the Rāmāyaṇa and the Mahābhārata, as well as other early sources, and has retold them in English, in an effort to showcase to young English-speaking readers that 'oriental' stories share the same elements as tales they are used to. Love, hate, virtue, oppression, tenderness, bravery and resourcefulness and an ultimate desire to conquer evil. - Summary by Paraphrased from the Introduction |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-indian-story-book-by-richard-wilson/ |
richard wilson taken tales two great indian epics rāmāyaṇa mahābhārata well early sources retold english effort showcase young english speaking readers oriental stories share elements tales used to love hate virtue oppression tenderness bravery resourcefulness ultimate desire conquer evil summary paraphrased introduction |
| 9820 |
9760 |
10396 |
Saints and Heroes Since the Middle Ages Volume 2 |
George Hodges |
Religion |
In this second volume, Hodges uses stories of the lives of fourteen well-known saints and heroes of the faith to continue the history of the church from the end of the Reformation through the 1700s. These stories recount their lives and sacrifices for the faith. These saints and heroes include: Luther, More, Loyola, Cranmer, Calvin, Knox, Coligny, William the Silent, Brewster, Laud, Cromwell, Bunyan, Fox, and Wesley. Appropriate and beneficial for children and adults! - Summary by Maggie Travers</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/saints-and-heroes-since-the-middle-ages-volume-2-by-george-hodges/ |
second volume hodges uses stories lives fourteen well known saints heroes faith continue history church end reformation 1700s stories recount lives sacrifices faith saints heroes include luther more loyola cranmer calvin knox coligny william silent brewster laud cromwell bunyan fox wesley appropriate beneficial children adults summary maggie travers p |
| 9821 |
9793 |
10429 |
Man Against the Sky: A Book of Poems |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of later Poetry by the famous American poet Edwin Arlington Robinson. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-against-the-sky-a-book-of-poems-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
volume later poetry famous american poet edwin arlington robinson summary carolin p |
| 9822 |
12511 |
13224 |
Suffrage Songs and Verses |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman |
Poetry |
Charlotte Perkins Gilman, one of the most prominent American suffragists, was not only known as an accomplished author of fiction and non-fiction, but also her poetry remains worth reading until today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/suffrage-songs-and-verses-by-charlotte-perkins-gilman/ |
charlotte perkins gilman one prominent american suffragists known accomplished author fiction non fiction also poetry remains worth reading today summary carolin |
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9761 |
10397 |
Doctor Nikola Returns |
Guy Boothby |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Guy Boothby’s character Doctor Antonio Nikola was one of the first great diabolical criminal masterminds. He was a Victorian forerunner to Fu Manchu and a sometime literary rival to Sherlock Holmes. He was ruthless in his pursuit of his objectives which range from world domination to cheating death. Irrespective of his villainy and moral turpitude he was bound by a self imposed code of chivalry, He was generous in both victory and defeat which made him a character you want to like rather than hate. <br></br>\n\nIn this novel (a follow on from Doctor Nikola's Revenge) Wilfred Bruce and Doctor Nikola set off for Tibet in search of a secret society "ten times as powerful as any government or priesthood in the world." Its members can extend life, perform magic, and raise the dead. Using his talent for disguise, he plans to penetrate the forbidden citadel and learn its hidden mysteries .With these miracles at his command, Nikola knows he can change the world but as with all great adventures things do not always go according to plan! - Summary by Peter John Keeble</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-nikola-returns-by-guy-boothby/ |
guy boothby s character doctor antonio nikola one first great diabolical criminal masterminds victorian forerunner fu manchu sometime literary rival sherlock holmes ruthless pursuit objectives range world domination cheating death irrespective villainy moral turpitude bound self imposed code chivalry generous victory defeat made character want like rather hate br br novel a follow doctor nikola s revenge wilfred bruce doctor nikola set tibet search secret society ten times powerful government priesthood world members extend life perform magic raise dead using talent disguise plans penetrate forbidden citadel learn hidden mysteries with miracles command nikola knows change world great adventures things always go according plan summary peter john keeble p |
| 9824 |
9762 |
10398 |
History of the Four Georges, and of William IV, Volume 3 |
Justin McCarthy |
Early Modern |
In Volume III of this series on the Hanoverian Kings, Justin McCarthy is joined by his son, Justin Hartly McCarthy, a liberal Irish MP like his father. Together they bring to life, poor stubborn George III, the outrageous radical, John Wilkes, the rebellious American Colonies, great-hearted Charles James Fox, the Gordon Riots which set London ablaze, Edmund Burke, Britain's problematic Indian policy, and the brave, enigmatic Younger Pitt, who faced national fears of the spread of revolution across the Channel from France and then confronted the imminent threat of invasion by the armies of Napoleon. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-four-georges-and-of-william-iv-volume-3-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
volume iii series hanoverian kings justin mccarthy joined son justin hartly mccarthy liberal irish mp like father together bring life poor stubborn george iii outrageous radical john wilkes rebellious american colonies great hearted charles james fox gordon riots set london ablaze edmund burke britain s problematic indian policy brave enigmatic younger pitt faced national fears spread revolution across channel france confronted imminent threat invasion armies napoleon summary pamela nagami p |
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9763 |
10399 |
Death and Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ - Commentary on the Gospel of St Matthew |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Homilies 65 though 90 of St John Chrysostom's commentary on the Holy Gospel according to St Matthew, which include the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. - Summary by The Reader |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-and-resurrection-of-the-lord-jesus-christ-commentary-on-the-gospel-of-st-matthew-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
homilies 65 though 90 st john chrysostom s commentary holy gospel according st matthew include death resurrection lord jesus christ summary reader |
| 9826 |
9764 |
10400 |
November |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Helen Maria Hunt Jackson, born Helen Fiske was an American poet and writer who became an activist on behalf of improved treatment of Native Americans by the U.S. government. She described the adverse effects of government actions in her history A Century of Dishonor (1881). Her novel Ramona* (1884) dramatized the federal government's mistreatment of Native Americans in Southern California after the Mexican–American War and attracted considerable attention to her cause. Commercially popular, it was estimated to have been reprinted 300 times and most readers liked its romantic and picturesque qualities rather than its political content. The novel was so popular that it attracted many tourists to Southern California who wanted to see places from the book. (Wikipedia) \n* LibriVox has two versions of Ramona in the catalog.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/november-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
helen maria hunt jackson born helen fiske american poet writer became activist behalf improved treatment native americans u s government described adverse effects government actions history century dishonor 1881 novel ramona 1884 dramatized federal government s mistreatment native americans southern california mexican american war attracted considerable attention cause commercially popular estimated reprinted 300 times readers liked romantic picturesque qualities rather political content novel popular attracted many tourists southern california wanted see places book wikipedia librivox two versions ramona catalog p |
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9765 |
10401 |
Present Crisis |
James Russell Lowell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Russell Lowell was an American Romantic poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. He is associated with the Fireside Poets, a group of New England writers who were among the first American poets who rivaled the popularity of British poets. These poets usually used conventional forms and meters in their poetry, making them suitable for families entertaining at their fireside.</br></br>\n\n"Lowell's poem "The Present Crisis," an early work that addressed the national crisis over slavery leading up to the Civil War, has had an impact in the modern civil rights movement. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People named its newsletter The Crisis after the poem, and Martin Luther King, Jr. frequently quoted the poem in his speeches and sermons. The poem was also the source of the hymn Once to Every Man and Nation." - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-present-crisis-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
james russell lowell american romantic poet critic editor diplomat associated fireside poets group new england writers among first american poets rivaled popularity british poets poets usually used conventional forms meters poetry making suitable families entertaining fireside br br lowell s poem the present crisis early work addressed national crisis slavery leading civil war impact modern civil rights movement national association advancement colored people named newsletter crisis poem martin luther king jr frequently quoted poem speeches sermons poem also source hymn every man nation summary wikipedia p |
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12512 |
13225 |
Idyllica |
Robert Herrick |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Robert Herrick. The volume "Idyllica" was arranged by Francis Turner Palgrave. The 17th century English poet is continuing to inspire readers of his poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/idyllica-by-robert-herrick/ |
volume poetry robert herrick volume idyllica arranged francis turner palgrave 17th century english poet continuing inspire readers poetry summary carolin |
| 9829 |
9766 |
10402 |
Mysticism and Logic and Other Essays |
Bertrand Russell |
Philosophy, Modern |
This anthology collects a number of fascinating strands of Bertrand Russell's thought. "Mathematics and the Metaphysicians" details the impact of the 1900 World Congress of Philosophers on Russell's development and the hope that new methods in mathematics could be applied to the solution of ancient philosophical problems. Many of the subsequent essays show the evolution of this hope as Russell worked on the foundations of mathematics and applied the new methods to the reconstruction of physical objects on the basis of sense-data, and the redefinition of matter and cause. (Landon D. C. Elkind) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/mysticism-and-logic-and-other-essays-by-bertrand-russell/ |
anthology collects number fascinating strands bertrand russell s thought mathematics metaphysicians details impact 1900 world congress philosophers russell s development hope new methods mathematics could applied solution ancient philosophical problems many subsequent essays show evolution hope russell worked foundations mathematics applied new methods reconstruction physical objects basis sense data redefinition matter cause landon d c elkind p |
| 9830 |
9767 |
10403 |
Warren Hastings |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Biography & Autobiography |
"Warren Hastings" is Chapter IV of Thomas Macaulay's Critical and Historical Essays, vol. III. It first appeared in the Edinburgh Review of October 1841 as a review of Memoirs of the Life of Warren Hastings, first Governor-General of Bengal. Compiled from Original Papers, by the Rev. G. R. Gleig, M. A. 3 vols. 8vo. London: 1841.\nThis essay on is generally considered to be one of the finest by the great historian and great literary stylist, Thomas Babington Macalay. Macaulay himself served in India from 1834 to 1838, and as a Whig and a believer in progress in the nineteenth century sense, he urged that Indians be trained in useful knowledge -- western, that is, and particularly British learning, easily dismissing traditional Indian education as of no value. Though he is well aware of Hastings’s flaws, he nevertheless greatly admires him as one of the creators of Britain’s Asian empire. Today’s critics, of course, can easily dismiss both men as “Orientalists” (to use Edwin Said’s terminology) but they both remain essential to an understanding of nineteenth century British history and culture.\n\n( Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/warren-hastings-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
warren hastings chapter iv thomas macaulay s critical historical essays vol iii first appeared edinburgh review october 1841 review memoirs life warren hastings first governor general bengal compiled original papers rev g r gleig m a 3 vols 8vo london 1841 essay generally considered one finest great historian great literary stylist thomas babington macalay macaulay served india 1834 1838 whig believer progress nineteenth century sense urged indians trained useful knowledge western is particularly british learning easily dismissing traditional indian education value though well aware hastings s flaws nevertheless greatly admires one creators britain s asian empire today s critics course easily dismiss men orientalists to use edwin said s terminology remain essential understanding nineteenth century british history culture nicholas clifford p |
| 9831 |
9768 |
10404 |
Mystery Girl |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Was it murder or suicide? All entrances to the study where the body was found were locked from the inside. The future college president and groom-to-be had no known cause for suicide, yet no clues in either direction appeared to make any sense. Was Anita, the Mystery Girl, who had just arrived in the New England college town, somehow been implicated? Had she any reason to ensure of the demise of the well-liked man? Perhaps some love letters between the two that nobody was to know about? And what of the mark of a ring on the deceased man's forehead? The college town was abuzz, and it seemed everyone had their own ideas of what actually happened. - Summary by Roger Melin</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-girl-by-carolyn-wells/ |
murder suicide entrances study body found locked inside future college president groom to be known cause suicide yet clues either direction appeared make sense anita mystery girl arrived new england college town somehow implicated reason ensure demise well liked man perhaps love letters two nobody know about mark ring deceased man s forehead college town abuzz seemed everyone ideas actually happened summary roger melin p |
| 9832 |
9769 |
10405 |
United Nations Agreements |
United Nations |
*Non-fiction, Political Science |
The Charter of the United Nations signed at San Francisco on 26 June 1945 is the constituent treaty of the United Nations. It is as well one of the constitutional texts of the International Court of Justice which was brought into being by the Charter. This recording contains:<br>\n <a href="http://www.icj-cij.org/documents/index.php?p1=4&p2=1&/" rel="nofollow"> UN Charter </a><br>\n <a href="http://www.icj-cij.org/documents/index.php?p1=4&p2=2&p3=0" rel="nofollow">Statute of the International Criminal Court</a> <br>\n<a href="http://www.un.org/millennium/declaration/ares552e.pdf" rel="nofollow">Millennium Declarations</a> <br> |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/un-documents/ |
charter united nations signed san francisco 26 june 1945 constituent treaty united nations well one constitutional texts international court justice brought charter recording contains br a href http www icj cij org documents index php p1 4 p2 1 rel nofollow un charter a br a href http www icj cij org documents index php p1 4 p2 2 p3 0 rel nofollow statute international criminal court a br a href http www un org millennium declaration ares552e pdf rel nofollow millennium declarations a br |
| 9833 |
9770 |
10406 |
Island Nights' Entertainments |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Literary Fiction |
A marvelous depiction of two sides of South Sea Islands' life through three separate tales. One, the experience of the incoming British keen to live free and exploit the innocent; the other the supernatural as perceived by Stevenson working in the lives of the natives. One tale carries the germ of the story of Madame Butterfly, since become a part of Western culture. Another is an extraordinary retelling of a German horror story transposed to a South Sea Island setting. The last is an effort of the pure Stevensonian imagination and there can be nothing better. - Summary by TONY ADDISON</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/island-nights-entertainments-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
marvelous depiction two sides south sea islands life three separate tales one experience incoming british keen live free exploit innocent supernatural perceived stevenson working lives natives one tale carries germ story madame butterfly since become part western culture another extraordinary retelling german horror story transposed south sea island setting last effort pure stevensonian imagination nothing better summary tony addison p |
| 9834 |
9771 |
10407 |
Further Adventures of Jimmie Dale |
Frank L. Packard |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<BR>In the <a href="https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-jimmie-dale-by-frank-l-packard/">previous book of adventures</a>, we met Jimmie Dale, a wealthy playboy by day, who at night put on a disguise and became The Gray Seal, a daredevil entering businesses or homes and cracking safes, always leaving a diamond shaped, gray paper "seal" behind to mark his conquest. He never took anything, but just wanted the thrill of it. This had spun out of control when a mysterious woman, whom Jimmie Dale nicknames The Tocsin, caught him at it and blackmailed him into doing her bidding. On her instigation, he got involved in numerous underworld crimes, righting wrongs and protecting innocent bystanders. The Tocsin is herself in hiding from her enemies in the underworld, and the two of them barely escape with their lives when they are pursued by both the criminals and the police.<BR><BR>\nAt the end of those previous adventures, Jimmie Dale thought he had left off his dealings with the underworld for good, and could settle down with the woman he loved. But now, The Tocsin has disappeared. Jimmie Dale is drawn back into the world of crime, crooks and opium dens to look for her, and The Gray Seal is resurrected. (Summary by Anna Simon) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-further-adventures-of-jimmie-dale-by-frank-l-packard/ |
br in a href https librivox org the adventures of jimmie dale by frank l packard previous book adventures a met jimmie dale wealthy playboy day night put disguise became gray seal daredevil entering businesses homes cracking safes always leaving diamond shaped gray paper seal behind mark conquest never took anything wanted thrill it spun control mysterious woman jimmie dale nicknames tocsin caught blackmailed bidding instigation got involved numerous underworld crimes righting wrongs protecting innocent bystanders tocsin hiding enemies underworld two barely escape lives pursued criminals police br br end previous adventures jimmie dale thought left dealings underworld good could settle woman loved now tocsin disappeared jimmie dale drawn back world crime crooks opium dens look her gray seal resurrected summary anna simon p |
| 9835 |
9772 |
10408 |
20000 Leguas de Viaje Submarino |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Veinte mil leguas de viaje submarino es una obra narrada en primera persona por el profesor francés Pierre Aronnax, notable biólogo que es hecho prisionero por el Capitán Nemo y es conducido por los océanos a bordo del submarino Nautilus, en compañía de su criado Conseil y el arponero canadiense Ned Land. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
Spanish |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/20000-leguas-de-viaje-submarino-by-jules-verne/ |
veinte mil leguas de viaje submarino es una obra narrada en primera persona por el profesor francés pierre aronnax notable biólogo que es hecho prisionero por el capitán nemo es conducido por los océanos bordo del submarino nautilus en compañía de su criado conseil el arponero canadiense ned land summary wikipedia p |
| 9836 |
9773 |
10409 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 1 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Cyril was a scholarly archbishop and a prolific writer. In the early years of his active life in the Church he wrote several exegetical documents. Among these were: Commentaries on the Old Testament, Thesaurus, Discourse Against Arians, Commentary on St. John's Gospel, and Dialogues on the Trinity. In 429 as the Christological controversies increased, the output of his writings was so extensive that his opponents could not match it. His writings and his theology have remained central to the tradition of the Fathers and to all Orthodox to this day. (from Wikipedia)<br /><br />Book I of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 1:1-28. |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-john-1-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
cyril scholarly archbishop prolific writer early years active life church wrote several exegetical documents among were commentaries old testament thesaurus discourse arians commentary st john s gospel dialogues trinity 429 christological controversies increased output writings extensive opponents could match it writings theology remained central tradition fathers orthodox day from wikipedia br br book commentary st john s gospel covers john 1 1 28 |
| 9837 |
9774 |
10410 |
Main Street, and Other Poems |
Joyce Kilmer |
Poetry |
This is a book of poems by Joyce Kilmer. It includes several of his religious poems and poems about World War I, in which the author himself lost his life in 1918. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/main-street-and-other-poems-by-joyce-kilmer/ |
book poems joyce kilmer includes several religious poems poems world war i author lost life 1918 summary carolin p |
| 9838 |
9775 |
10411 |
Tante |
Anne Douglas Sedgwick |
Family Life |
It is a common trend, up until this very day, to reveal the difficult side of being a great artist. Madame Okraska is no different. Great artists are, sometimes, very complicated. Sometimes the price of success is too high, for them and for those around them. Would Madame Okraska and her adopted daughter be able to pay it? Do they have to? Do children have to do everything in order to keep their parents happy, even when their own happiness and bliss is just around the corner? Tante deals with these questions and more. It is a brilliant psychological thriller, right between the psychological thrillers written by Anthony Trollope and Mary Elizabeth Braddon and those written in the 20th century. This book was in the top ten list of best sellers of 1912. (Summary by Stav Nisser.) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tante-by-anne-douglas-sedgwick/ |
common trend day reveal difficult side great artist madame okraska different great artists are sometimes complicated sometimes price success high around them would madame okraska adopted daughter able pay it to children everything order keep parents happy even happiness bliss around corner tante deals questions more brilliant psychological thriller right psychological thrillers written anthony trollope mary elizabeth braddon written 20th century book top ten list best sellers 1912 summary stav nisser |
| 9839 |
9776 |
10412 |
Mountain Interval |
Robert Frost |
Single author |
Originally published in 1916 and revised in 1920, <i>Mountain Interval</i> is Robert Frost's third collection of solo poetry. In it, Frost reflects on human tragedies and fears, expresses his reaction to the complexities of life, and ultimately accepts his own personal burdens. The collection prefaces itself with one of Frost's best known poems, "The Road Not Taken." - Summary by Mary Kay and Bartleby <br /><br /><b>Cast list for "Snow"</b><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Mr. Cole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mrs. Cole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Meserve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>Edited by Maria Kasper<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mountain-interval-by-robert-frost/ |
originally published 1916 revised 1920 i mountain interval i robert frost s third collection solo poetry it frost reflects human tragedies fears expresses reaction complexities life ultimately accepts personal burdens collection prefaces one frost s best known poems the road taken summary mary kay bartleby br br b cast list snow b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br mr cole a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mrs cole a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br meserve a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br edited maria kasper br br |
| 9840 |
9777 |
10413 |
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 6 |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction |
The last volume of <i>Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</i> is another collection of stories by Louisa May Alcott. From preparing for Thanksgiving (with your parents away!) to the adventures two dolls had on their way to Maine, to the strange tale told by the old seat, these are funny, sweet, and altogether delightful stories for all ages. (Summary by Rachel) <br><br>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrapbag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/shawl-straps-a-second-series-of-aunt-jos-scrap-bag-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag</a><br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 3<br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 4<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrap-bag-vol-5-by-louisa-may-alcott/">Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 5</a><br>\nAunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 6<br> |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-jos-scrap-bag-vol-6-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
last volume i aunt jo s scrap bag i another collection stories louisa may alcott preparing thanksgiving with parents away adventures two dolls way maine strange tale told old seat funny sweet altogether delightful stories ages summary rachel br br a href https librivox org aunt jos scrapbag by louisa may alcott aunt jo s scrap bag a br a href https librivox org shawl straps a second series of aunt jos scrap bag by louisa may alcott shawl straps second series aunt jo s scrap bag a br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 3 br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 4 br a href https librivox org aunt jos scrap bag vol 5 by louisa may alcott aunt jo s scrap bag vol 5 a br aunt jo s scrap bag vol 6 br |
| 9841 |
9778 |
10414 |
Poor Richard's Almanack |
Benjamin Franklin |
Philosophy, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
A brief biographical sketch of Franklin's life, followed by a collection (published in 1899) of 670 aphorisms, apothegms, or proverbs - short, pithy, instructive sayings - that were scattered throughout the pages of his Poor Richard's Almanack over its 25 years of once-a-year publication (1732-1758). Many of these sayings are familiar to all . . . "a penny saved is a penny earned" . . . "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" . . . but there are many more for you to laugh at, ponder over and learn from! Most were not invented by him, but these little gems of wisdom Franklin gleaned from all over the world are what made his Almanack so wildly popular, and himself a wealthy man.\n - Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poor-richards-almanack-by-benjamin-franklin/ |
brief biographical sketch franklin s life followed collection published 1899 670 aphorisms apothegms proverbs short pithy instructive sayings scattered throughout pages poor richard s almanack 25 years once a year publication 1732 1758 many sayings familiar a penny saved penny earned a bird hand worth two bush many laugh at ponder learn from invented him little gems wisdom franklin gleaned world made almanack wildly popular wealthy man summary michele fry soloist p |
| 9842 |
9780 |
10416 |
Many-Sided Franklin |
Paul Leicester Ford |
Biography & Autobiography |
A fast-paced, somewhat racey look into the life, accomplishments and idiosyncrasies of Benjamin Franklin. Acclaimed biographer Paul L. Ford uses Franklin’s letters, papers and journals to step us through Franklin's many adventures, to reveal intimate details of his personal life - relations with siblings, wife, children, friends, business partners; his physique, health, illnesses, schooling, personal habits and goals; his opinions on education, philosophy, religion, friendship, industry; his library; his career as printer and publisher, writer and journalist, politician and diplomat, scientist, humorist, jack of all trades; and his relations at home and abroad with the “fairer sex“. Goes beyond the official Autobiography. A must read for Franklin devotees. - Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-many-sided-franklin-by-paul-leicester-ford/ |
fast paced somewhat racey look life accomplishments idiosyncrasies benjamin franklin acclaimed biographer paul l ford uses franklin s letters papers journals step us franklin s many adventures reveal intimate details personal life relations siblings wife children friends business partners physique health illnesses schooling personal habits goals opinions education philosophy religion friendship industry library career printer publisher writer journalist politician diplomat scientist humorist jack trades relations home abroad fairer sex goes beyond official autobiography must read franklin devotees summary michele fry soloist |
| 9843 |
9781 |
10417 |
Von Teufeln, Geistern und Dämonen (Auswahl) |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer |
Fantastic Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Die Erzählungen Bécquers sind mehr als bloße Schauergeschichte. Der Autor erforscht die geheimen und schrecklichen Abgründe der menschlichen Seele. Unter dem oberflächlichen Spuk lauert die entsetzliche Zerstörungskraft ungezügelter Leidenschaften. Während seines kurzen Lebens hat Bécquer kaum publiziert, erst nach seinem Tod wurden seine Werke von Freunden veröffentlicht. Heute gilt er als einer der wichtigsten Dichter Spaniens. (Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus) |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/von-teufeln-geistern-und-daemonen-auswahl-by-gustavo-adolfo-becquer/ |
die erzählungen bécquers sind mehr als bloße schauergeschichte der autor erforscht die geheimen und schrecklichen abgründe der menschlichen seele unter dem oberflächlichen spuk lauert die entsetzliche zerstörungskraft ungezügelter leidenschaften während seines kurzen lebens hat bécquer kaum publiziert erst nach seinem tod wurden seine werke von freunden veröffentlicht heute gilt er als einer der wichtigsten dichter spaniens zusammenfassung von hokuspokus |
| 9844 |
9782 |
10418 |
My Inventions and Other Works |
Nikola Tesla |
Biography & Autobiography, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Between February and October 1919, Nikola Tesla submitted many articles to the magazine Electrical Experimenter. The most famous of these works is a six part series titled <em>My Inventions</em>, which is an autobiographical account of Nikola Tesla's life and his most celebrated discoveries. This work has been compiled and republished as a stand-alone book several times under different names, but has been a cause of some controversy due to some versions deviating from the original text without explanation. This LibriVox project returns to the original text and expands upon it through the addition of Nikola Tesla's own supplementary articles as they were published in 1919. (Summary by Kane Mercer) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/my-inventions-by-nikola-tesla/ |
february october 1919 nikola tesla submitted many articles magazine electrical experimenter famous works six part series titled em my inventions em autobiographical account nikola tesla s life celebrated discoveries work compiled republished stand alone book several times different names cause controversy due versions deviating original text without explanation librivox project returns original text expands upon addition nikola tesla s supplementary articles published 1919 summary kane mercer |
| 9845 |
9783 |
10419 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 040 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include a murder during the Yukon gold rush, a perpetual motion fraud, the dissection of a Tasmanian tiger's brain, phlogiston, Bertrand Russell on noting, the memoirs of Louis XIV, the novels of Marie Corelli, marriage, free love, and motherhood. Authors include Benjamin Franklin, Hamlin Garland, Ida Tarbel, Emma Goldman, Florence Nightingale, Robert Benchley, Heywood Broun, and the duc de Saint-Simon.</p>"The Introduction to the Memoirs of Louis XIV" was translated by <a href="http://librivox.org/author/11794">Bayle St. John</a>.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-040-by-various/ |
p eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include murder yukon gold rush perpetual motion fraud dissection tasmanian tiger s brain phlogiston bertrand russell noting memoirs louis xiv novels marie corelli marriage free love motherhood authors include benjamin franklin hamlin garland ida tarbel emma goldman florence nightingale robert benchley heywood broun duc de saint simon p the introduction memoirs louis xiv translated a href http librivox org author 11794 bayle st john a p |
| 9846 |
9784 |
10420 |
Agamemnon (Browning Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The play Agamemnon details the homecoming of Agamemnon, King of Argos, from the Trojan War. Waiting at home for him is his wife, Clytemnestra, who has been planning his murder, partly as revenge for the sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, and partly because in the ten years of Agamemnon's absence Clytemnestra has entered into an adulterous relationship with Aegisthus, Agamemnon's cousin and the sole survivor of a dispossessed branch of the family (Agamemnon's father, Atreus, killed and fed Aegisthus's brothers to Aegisthus's father, Thyestes, when he took power from him), who is determined to regain the throne he believes should rightfully belong to him. Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/agamemnon-by-aeschylus/ |
play agamemnon details homecoming agamemnon king argos trojan war waiting home wife clytemnestra planning murder partly revenge sacrifice daughter iphigenia partly ten years agamemnon s absence clytemnestra entered adulterous relationship aegisthus agamemnon s cousin sole survivor dispossessed branch family agamemnon s father atreus killed fed aegisthus s brothers aegisthus s father thyestes took power him determined regain throne believes rightfully belong him summary wikipedia p |
| 9847 |
9794 |
10430 |
Literature in the Making, by Some of its Makers |
Joyce Kilmer |
Writing & Linguistics |
This is a collection of 23 essays based on interviews conducted by Joyce Kilmer with some of the most famous authors of the time (1917). Kilmer's idea, as outlined in the Introduction, was that there is a deep divide between those who write literature, and those who write about literature. He thus bridges the gap and asks authors, the 'makers' as mentioned in the title of the work, about their opinion about various topics. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/literature-in-the-making-by-some-of-its-makers-by-various/ |
collection 23 essays based interviews conducted joyce kilmer famous authors time 1917 kilmer s idea outlined introduction deep divide write literature write literature thus bridges gap asks authors makers mentioned title work opinion various topics summary carolin p |
| 9848 |
9785 |
10421 |
Torrents of Spring |
Ivan Turgenev |
General Fiction |
The Torrents of Spring, also known as Spring Torrents (Russian: Вешние воды), is a novel written by Ivan Turgenev during 1870 and 1871 when he was in his fifties. The story centers around a young Russian landowner named Dimitry Sanin who falls deliriously in love for the first time while visiting the German city of Frankfurt. It is widely held as one Turgenev's greatest novels as well as being highly autobiographical in nature. - Summary by Wikipedia</p>\nRussian original of this novel is <a href="https://librivox.org/by-ivan-turgenev/">also available as a Librivox audiobook</a></br /><br /> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-torrents-of-spring-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
torrents spring also known spring torrents russian вешние воды novel written ivan turgenev 1870 1871 fifties story centers around young russian landowner named dimitry sanin falls deliriously love first time visiting german city frankfurt widely held one turgenev s greatest novels well highly autobiographical nature summary wikipedia p russian original novel a href https librivox org by ivan turgenev also available librivox audiobook a br br |
| 9849 |
9786 |
10422 |
Вешние воды (Veshnie Vody) |
Ivan Turgenev |
Literary Fiction |
<br />Основное повествование ведётся как воспоминания 52-летнего дворянина и помещика Санина о событиях 30-летней давности, случившихся в его жизни, когда он путешествовал по Германии. (Wikipedia)<br /><br />English translation of this novel is <a href="https://librivox.org/the-torrents-of-spring-by-ivan-turgenev/">also available as a Librivox audiobook</a></br /> |
Russian |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/by-ivan-turgenev/ |
br основное повествование ведётся как воспоминания 52 летнего дворянина и помещика санина о событиях 30 летней давности случившихся в его жизни когда он путешествовал по германии wikipedia br br english translation novel a href https librivox org the torrents of spring by ivan turgenev also available librivox audiobook a br |
| 9850 |
9787 |
10423 |
God's fool |
Maarten Maartens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<BR>At the age of nine, Elias Lossell becomes deaf and blind from an accident. Communication with him becomes difficult, and mentally, he never really grows up. Years later, circumstances make him the richest man in town as the heir of the wealthy firm of tea merchants, while his two younger twin half-brothers Hendrik and Hubert are left to do the actual work of management on his behalf. This causes a lot of resentment, especially with half-brother Hendrik, who loves money, and is also hampered by a headstrong, spendthrift wife. Hendrik tries to gain control of the firm and buy out Elias by any means, but things get out of hand.<BR>\nThe novel is full of satirical comments and asides directed at the reader. It is set in the fictitious Dutch town of Koopstad (“Buying City”), where money, commercial success and social status are very important. It gives a satirical view of contemporary life at the end of the 19th century. The novel was a bestseller at the time of its appearance in 1892, though it is now all but forgotten. Maarten Maartens (1858-1915) was a Dutch writer who wrote all his principal literary work in English. (Summary by Anna Simon)<BR><BR> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/gods-fool-by-maarten-maartens/ |
br at age nine elias lossell becomes deaf blind accident communication becomes difficult mentally never really grows up years later circumstances make richest man town heir wealthy firm tea merchants two younger twin half brothers hendrik hubert left actual work management behalf causes lot resentment especially half brother hendrik loves money also hampered headstrong spendthrift wife hendrik tries gain control firm buy elias means things get hand br novel full satirical comments asides directed reader set fictitious dutch town koopstad buying city money commercial success social status important gives satirical view contemporary life end 19th century novel bestseller time appearance 1892 though forgotten maarten maartens 1858 1915 dutch writer wrote principal literary work english summary anna simon br br |
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9788 |
10424 |
Charm |
Rupert Brooke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
To all who knew him, the man himself was at least as important as his work. "As to his talk" — I quote again from Mr. Somerset — "he was a spendthrift. I mean that he never saved anything up as those writer fellows so often do. He was quite inconsequent and just rippled on, but was always ready to attack a careless thinker. On the other hand, he was extremely tolerant of fools, even bad poets who are the worst kind of fools — or rather the hardest to bear — but that was kindness of heart."\nOf his personal appearance a good deal has been said. "One who knew him," writing in one of the daily papers, said that "to look at, he was part of the youth of the world. He was one of the handsomest Englishmen of his time. His moods seemed to be merely a disguise for the radiance of an early summer's day." (From Rupert Brooke: A Biographical Note by Margaret Lavington in THE COLLECTED POEMS OF RUPERT BROOKE, (from which this poem is taken.)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-charm-by-rupert-brooke/ |
knew him man least important work as talk quote mr somerset he spendthrift mean never saved anything writer fellows often do quite inconsequent rippled on always ready attack careless thinker hand extremely tolerant fools even bad poets worst kind fools rather hardest bear kindness heart personal appearance good deal said one knew him writing one daily papers said to look at part youth world one handsomest englishmen time moods seemed merely disguise radiance early summer s day from rupert brooke biographical note margaret lavington collected poems rupert brooke from poem taken p |
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9789 |
10425 |
Secret Agent: A Simple Tale (Version 2) |
Joseph Conrad |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
The Secret Agent tells the story of Adolf and Winnie Verloc. He is a phony anarchist and agent provocateur of the title, and the plot centres around the terrible consequences for their family when he is pressured into planning a terrorist act. It also bleakly satirises early 20th Century anarchism and the operations of the police and intelligence forces, while being none too complimentary about the media and general public either. Summary by Cori Samuel. |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-agent-by-joseph-conrad-2/ |
secret agent tells story adolf winnie verloc phony anarchist agent provocateur title plot centres around terrible consequences family pressured planning terrorist act also bleakly satirises early 20th century anarchism operations police intelligence forces none complimentary media general public either summary cori samuel |
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9790 |
10426 |
Collection of Hymns for the Nativity of Our Lord |
John Wesley |
Single author, Christianity - Other |
A collection of poems reflecting on Christmas and the New Year, written by the founder of the Methodist denomination.</p> |
English |
1810 |
https://librivox.org/hymns-by-john-wesley/ |
collection poems reflecting christmas new year written founder methodist denomination p |
| 9854 |
9791 |
10427 |
History of the Four Georges, and of William IV, Volume 4 |
Justin McCarthy |
Biography & Autobiography |
In Volume IV of this series on the Hanoverian kings, Justin McCarthy and his son, Justin Huntly McCarthy, both Liberal Irish MPs., bring on the stage that bulky, big-spender, George IV, his bumbling brother, William IV, the impulsive Liberal loose cannon, Lord Brougham, George Canning, true author of the Monroe Doctrine, and Earl Grey and Lord John Russell and their struggle to pass the great Parliamentary Reform Bill of 1832. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-the-four-georges-and-of-william-iv-volume-4-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
volume iv series hanoverian kings justin mccarthy son justin huntly mccarthy liberal irish mps bring stage bulky big spender george iv bumbling brother william iv impulsive liberal loose cannon lord brougham george canning true author monroe doctrine earl grey lord john russell struggle pass great parliamentary reform bill 1832 summary pamela nagami p |
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9792 |
10428 |
Kingdom of Love |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, named after the poem 'the Kingdom of Love'. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-kingdom-of-love-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poetry ella wheeler wilcox named poem the kingdom love summary carolin p |
| 9856 |
9795 |
10431 |
Libation-Bearers (Morshead Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The Oresteia is a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Aeschylus concerning the end of the curse on the House of Atreus. The name derives from the character Orestes, who sets out to avenge his father's murder. The only extant example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia won first prize at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. When originally performed, it was accompanied by Proteus, a satyr play that would have followed the trilogy. Proteus has not survived, however. In all likelihood the term "Oresteia" originally referred to all four plays; today it generally designates only the surviving trilogy. Many consider the Oresteia to be Aeschylus' finest work. Principal themes of the trilogy include the contrast between revenge and justice, as well as the transition from personal vendetta to organized litigation. The Libation Bearers is the second play of the Oresteia. It deals with the reunion of Agamemnon's children, Electra and Orestes, and their revenge. Orestes kills Clytemnestra to avenge the death of Agamemnon, Orestes' father. Summary by Wikipedia.</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-libation-bearers-by-aeschylus/ |
oresteia trilogy greek tragedies written aeschylus concerning end curse house atreus name derives character orestes sets avenge father s murder extant example ancient greek theater trilogy oresteia first prize dionysia festival 458 bc originally performed accompanied proteus satyr play would followed trilogy proteus survived however likelihood term oresteia originally referred four plays today generally designates surviving trilogy many consider oresteia aeschylus finest work principal themes trilogy include contrast revenge justice well transition personal vendetta organized litigation libation bearers second play oresteia deals reunion agamemnon s children electra orestes revenge orestes kills clytemnestra avenge death agamemnon orestes father summary wikipedia p |
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9796 |
10432 |
Four-Fifty Miles to Freedom |
Maurice Andrew Brackenreed Johnston |
War & Military |
Four-Fifty Miles to Freedom is the true but little known story of the escape of eight British Prisoners-of-War from a Turkish POW camp during the First World War. The story, written by two of the escapees, describes their life in the various POW camps in Turkey in which they were moved around, and then their well-planned and executed escape from the camp at Yozgad. They were then faced with a trek of over three hundred miles across arid deserts, and a mountain range, constantly searching for water, all the while attempting to avoid detection by soldiers and the local population. A further 120 miles of hostile ocean faced them when eventually reaching the coast before they eventually set foot on friendly soil. A 'boys own' story of derring-do and survival against all odds. A must listen-to story! Summary by Kevin Green</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/four-fifty-miles-to-freedom-by-maurice-andrew-brackenreed-johnston/ |
four fifty miles freedom true little known story escape eight british prisoners of war turkish pow camp first world war story written two escapees describes life various pow camps turkey moved around well planned executed escape camp yozgad faced trek three hundred miles across arid deserts mountain range constantly searching water attempting avoid detection soldiers local population 120 miles hostile ocean faced eventually reaching coast eventually set foot friendly soil boys own story derring do survival odds must listen to story summary kevin green p |
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9797 |
10433 |
Short Poetry Collection 154 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 35 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2016. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-154-by-various/ |
collection 35 poems read librivox volunteers march 2016 p |
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9798 |
10434 |
Pickwick Papers (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Mr Pickwick, founder of the Pickwick Club, sets out with his three friends, Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle, to observe the world. They intend to travel to places in England remote from London, and observe their findings which they send back to the Club. In their journeys, they continually get themselves into all sorts of difficult but comical situations, from which they must extricate themselves, often with the assistance of Mr Pickwick's personal servant, Sam Weller. - Summary by Brad Filippone</p> |
English |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/the-pickwick-papers-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
mr pickwick founder pickwick club sets three friends tupman snodgrass winkle observe world intend travel places england remote london observe findings send back club journeys continually get sorts difficult comical situations must extricate themselves often assistance mr pickwick s personal servant sam weller summary brad filippone p |
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9799 |
10435 |
Knight of the Burning Pestle |
Francis Beaumont |
Satire |
The Knight of the Burning Pestle is a play in five acts, first performed in 1607. It is the first whole parody (or pastiche) play in English. The play is a satire on chivalric romances in general, similar to Don Quixote. It breaks the fourth wall from its outset. As a play called "The London Merchant" is about to be performed, a Citizen and his Wife "in the audience" interrupt and demand that the players put on a play of their own choosing and suggest that their apprentice, Rafe, should have a part in the play as a knight errant. He refers to himself as the "Grocer Errant" and has a burning pestle on his shield as a heraldic device. This meta-fictional plot is intercut with the main plot of the interrupted play, where Jasper Merrythought, the merchant's apprentice, is in love with his master's daughter, Luce, and must elope with her to save her from the arranged marriage with Humphrey, a "swell" or City man of fashion. Meanwhile Jasper's mother has decided to leave her husband Old Merrythought, who, in an apparent mid-life crisis, has spent all his savings in drinking and partying. Summary by Wikipedia and Rob Board<br><br><b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br />\nCitizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10537">Phil Birss</a><br />\nWife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10538">Jo Vickers</a><br />\nRafe / Michael: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10458">ScarlettG</a><br />\nVenturewell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br />\nLuce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br />\nHumphrey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br />\nMerrythought: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nMistress Merrythought: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br />\nJasper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8808">davidpr</a><br />\nTim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br />\nGeorge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br />\nSpeaker of Prologue / William Hammerton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\nTapster / 2nd Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nHost: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br />\nMan / 2nd Man / 3rd Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11067">TomDavisBeal</a><br />\nBarber / Sergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br />\nWoman / 1st Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br />\nPompiona: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br />\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10627">Georgina Shaw</a><br />\nGeorge Greengoose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a></b><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-knight-of-the-burning-pestle-by-francis-beaumont/ |
knight burning pestle play five acts first performed 1607 first whole parody or pastiche play english play satire chivalric romances general similar quixote breaks fourth wall outset play called the london merchant performed citizen wife in audience interrupt demand players put play choosing suggest apprentice rafe part play knight errant refers grocer errant burning pestle shield heraldic device meta fictional plot intercut main plot interrupted play jasper merrythought merchant s apprentice love master s daughter luce must elope save arranged marriage humphrey swell city man fashion meanwhile jasper s mother decided leave husband old merrythought who apparent mid life crisis spent savings drinking partying summary wikipedia rob board br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8164 kristin gjerløw a br citizen a href https librivox org reader 10537 phil birss a br wife a href https librivox org reader 10538 jo vickers a br rafe michael a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br boy a href https librivox org reader 10458 scarlettg a br venturewell a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br luce a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br humphrey a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br merrythought a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mistress merrythought a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br jasper a href https librivox org reader 8808 davidpr a br tim a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br george a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br speaker prologue william hammerton a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br tapster 2nd soldier a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br host a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br man 2nd man 3rd man a href https librivox org reader 11067 tomdavisbeal a br barber sergeant a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br woman 1st soldier a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br pompiona a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br servant a href https librivox org reader 10627 georgina shaw a br george greengoose a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br b edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a b br |
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9800 |
10436 |
Furies (Morshead Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The Oresteia is a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Aeschylus concerning the end of the curse on the House of Atreus. The name derives from the character Orestes, who sets out to avenge his father's murder. The only extant example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia won first prize at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. When originally performed, it was accompanied by Proteus, a satyr play that would have followed the trilogy. Proteus has not survived, however. In all likelihood the term "Oresteia" originally referred to all four plays; today it generally designates only the surviving trilogy. Many consider the Oresteia to be Aeschylus' finest work. Principal themes of the trilogy include the contrast between revenge and justice, as well as the transition from personal vendetta to organized litigation. The Eumenides (Εὐμενίδες, Eumenides; also known as The Kindly Ones) is the final play of the Oresteia, in which Orestes, Apollo, and the Erinyes go before Athena and eleven other judges chosen by her from the Athenian citizenry at the Areopagus (Rock of Ares, a flat rocky hill by the Athenian agora where the homicide court of Athens later held its sessions), to decide whether Orestes's killing of his mother, Clytemnestra, makes him guilty of the crime of murder. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-furies-by-aeschylus/ |
oresteia trilogy greek tragedies written aeschylus concerning end curse house atreus name derives character orestes sets avenge father s murder extant example ancient greek theater trilogy oresteia first prize dionysia festival 458 bc originally performed accompanied proteus satyr play would followed trilogy proteus survived however likelihood term oresteia originally referred four plays today generally designates surviving trilogy many consider oresteia aeschylus finest work principal themes trilogy include contrast revenge justice well transition personal vendetta organized litigation eumenides εὐμενίδες eumenides also known kindly ones final play oresteia orestes apollo erinyes go athena eleven judges chosen athenian citizenry areopagus rock ares flat rocky hill athenian agora homicide court athens later held sessions decide whether orestes s killing mother clytemnestra makes guilty crime murder summary wikipedia p |
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9801 |
10437 |
Agamemnon (Morshead Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The Oresteia is a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Aeschylus concerning the end of the curse on the House of Atreus. The name derives from the character Orestes, who sets out to avenge his father's murder. The only extant example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, the Oresteia won first prize at the Dionysia festival in 458 BC. When originally performed, it was accompanied by Proteus, a satyr play that would have followed the trilogy. Proteus has not survived, however. In all likelihood the term "Oresteia" originally referred to all four plays; today it generally designates only the surviving trilogy. Many consider the Oresteia to be Aeschylus' finest work. Principal themes of the trilogy include the contrast between revenge and justice, as well as the transition from personal vendetta to organized litigation....The play Agamemnon (Ἀγαμέμνων, Agamemnōn) details the homecoming of Agamemnon, King of Argos, from the Trojan War. Waiting at home for him is his wife, Clytemnestra, who has been planning his murder, partly as revenge for the sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, and partly because in the ten years of Agamemnon's absence Clytemnestra has entered into an adulterous relationship with Aegisthus, Agamemnon's cousin and the sole survivor of a dispossessed branch of the family (Agamemnon's father, Atreus, killed and fed Aegisthus's brothers to Aegisthus's father, Thyestes, when he took power from him), who is determined to regain the throne he believes should rightfully belong to him. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/agamemnon-morshead-translation-by-aeschylus/ |
oresteia trilogy greek tragedies written aeschylus concerning end curse house atreus name derives character orestes sets avenge father s murder extant example ancient greek theater trilogy oresteia first prize dionysia festival 458 bc originally performed accompanied proteus satyr play would followed trilogy proteus survived however likelihood term oresteia originally referred four plays today generally designates surviving trilogy many consider oresteia aeschylus finest work principal themes trilogy include contrast revenge justice well transition personal vendetta organized litigation the play agamemnon ἀγαμέμνων agamemnōn details homecoming agamemnon king argos trojan war waiting home wife clytemnestra planning murder partly revenge sacrifice daughter iphigenia partly ten years agamemnon s absence clytemnestra entered adulterous relationship aegisthus agamemnon s cousin sole survivor dispossessed branch family agamemnon s father atreus killed fed aegisthus s brothers aegisthus s father thyestes took power him determined regain throne believes rightfully belong him summary wikipedia p |
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9802 |
10438 |
Sikh Religion: Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 3 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Other religions |
This is one of the first (and still one of the few) comprehensive books about the Sikh religion in the English language. MacAuliffe had extensive access to manuscripts of the Sikh sacred writings (the Granth), as well as support from Sikh scholars and leaders of the time. This volume covers the life and hymns of Guru Arjan, the fifth Guru. This is volume three of six. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-sikh-religion-volume-3-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
one first and still one few comprehensive books sikh religion english language macauliffe extensive access manuscripts sikh sacred writings the granth well support sikh scholars leaders time volume covers life hymns guru arjan fifth guru volume three six |
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9803 |
10439 |
Mysterious Rider |
Zane Grey |
Westerns |
This book has all the elements of a classic Western, including rustling and gunfights, but at its heart is the battle between good and evil, between duty and love, between selfishness and self-sacrifice. The ‘mysterious rider’ of the title arrives at White Slides ranch, and his coming will have major consequences for many of those living there, not least for Columbine who is promised to a man she cannot love. (Mary Bard)</p> |
English |
2004 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-rider-by-zane-grey/ |
book elements classic western including rustling gunfights heart battle good evil duty love selfishness self sacrifice mysterious rider title arrives white slides ranch coming major consequences many living there least columbine promised man cannot love mary bard p |
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9804 |
10440 |
Notes on The Broads and Rivers of Norfolk and Suffolk |
Harry Brittain |
Modern (19th C) |
The Broads area of Norfolk and Suffolk is in the East Anglian region of England. It is the location of Britain's third largest inland waterway system - a system that evolved gradually by natural flooding as a consequence of extensive peat digging during mediaeval times in this vast low-lying area.\n\nThe Broads (or lakes) and rivers were used for centuries to transport goods and passengers between various inland locations and the coastal ports of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. During the nineteenth century, the area started to become popular as a boating holiday destination. This book, first published in 1887, records the events of the author’s holiday on the Broads aboard his own eight ton cutter – The Buttercup.\n\nThe author, along with a friend (named variously, Jack or John) and his ’man’, George sail the yacht to various places of interest around the Broads. With the help of an experienced sea captain, the group leave the Broads for a day and\nsail the Buttercup down the Suffolk coast past Southwold and through Sole Bay to see the remains of the ancient capitol of East Anglia at Dunwich. \n\nSo, if the thought of being out on the water, sailing and discovering all sorts of interesting places is something that ‘rocks your boat’ then please join me if you will, on another auditory cruise around these unique waterways through \nexpansive landscapes under wide open skies. - Summary by TND</p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/notes-on-the-broads-and-rivers-of-norfolk-and-suffolk-by-harry-brittain/ |
broads area norfolk suffolk east anglian region england location britain s third largest inland waterway system system evolved gradually natural flooding consequence extensive peat digging mediaeval times vast low lying area broads or lakes rivers used centuries transport goods passengers various inland locations coastal ports great yarmouth lowestoft nineteenth century area started become popular boating holiday destination book first published 1887 records events author s holiday broads aboard eight ton cutter buttercup author along friend named variously jack john man george sail yacht various places interest around broads help experienced sea captain group leave broads day sail buttercup suffolk coast past southwold sole bay see remains ancient capitol east anglia dunwich so thought water sailing discovering sorts interesting places something rocks boat please join will another auditory cruise around unique waterways expansive landscapes wide open skies summary tnd p |
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9805 |
10441 |
Shadow |
Arthur Stringer |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A manhunt for a bank robber takes a determined and fixated New York City detective on a gripping, globe-spanning adventure, with many plot twists along the way. <br>\nArthur Stringer was a novelist, screenwriter and poet. He published 45 works of fiction and 15 other books in addition to writing numerous film scripts and articles. See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Stringer_(writer) <br>\nThis book is unrelated to the 1930s and 1940s pulp magazine and radio series of the same name. (Lee Smalley)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-shadow-by-arthur-stringer/ |
manhunt bank robber takes determined fixated new york city detective gripping globe spanning adventure many plot twists along way br arthur stringer novelist screenwriter poet published 45 works fiction 15 books addition writing numerous film scripts articles see https en wikipedia org wiki arthur_stringer_ writer br book unrelated 1930s 1940s pulp magazine radio series name lee smalley p |
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9806 |
10442 |
Balloons |
Elizabeth Bibesco |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Elizabeth, Princess Bibesco, was an English writer and socialite. The daughter of a British Prime Minister and the wife of a Romanian aristocrat, she drew on her experience in British high society in her work. Her talent is the compression into a few phrases of all the details of a situation, into a few pages the hopes and failures of a lifetime. These (very) short stories explore in a few precise phrases the hopes of newlyweds, the emotions of a widow, and all aspects of life between! (Summary by Wikipedia and Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/balloons-by-elizabeth-bibesco/ |
elizabeth princess bibesco english writer socialite daughter british prime minister wife romanian aristocrat drew experience british high society work talent compression phrases details situation pages hopes failures lifetime very short stories explore precise phrases hopes newlyweds emotions widow aspects life between summary wikipedia beth thomas p |
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9807 |
10443 |
Russia in 1919 |
Arthur Ransome |
Memoirs, Modern (20th C) |
PUBLISHER'S NOTE: On August 27, 1914, in London, I made this note in a memorandum book: "Met Arthur Ransome at_____'s; discussed a book on the Russian's relation to the war in the light of psychological background--folklore." The book was not written but the idea that instinctively came to him pervades his every utterance on things Russian. The versatile man who commands more than respect as the biographer of Poe and Wilde; as the (translator of and commentator on Remy de Gourmont; as a folklorist, has shown himself to be consecrated to the truth. The document that Mr. Ransome hurried out of Russia in the early days of the Soviet government (printed in the New Republic and then widely circulated as a pamphlet), was the first notable appeal from a non-Russian to the American people for fair play in a crisis understood then even less than now. The British Who's Who--that Almanach de Gotha of people who do things or choose their parents wisely--tells us that Mr. Ransome's recreations are "walking, smoking, fairy stories." It is, perhaps, his intimacy with the last named that enables him to distinguish between myth and fact and that makes his activity as an observer and recorder so valuable in a day of bewilderment and betrayal. - Summary by B. W. Huebsch</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/russia-in-1919-by-arthur-ransome/ |
publisher s note august 27 1914 london made note memorandum book met arthur ransome at_____ s discussed book russian s relation war light psychological background folklore book written idea instinctively came pervades every utterance things russian versatile man commands respect biographer poe wilde translator commentator remy de gourmont folklorist shown consecrated truth document mr ransome hurried russia early days soviet government printed new republic widely circulated pamphlet first notable appeal non russian american people fair play crisis understood even less now british who s who that almanach de gotha people things choose parents wisely tells us mr ransome s recreations walking smoking fairy stories is perhaps intimacy last named enables distinguish myth fact makes activity observer recorder valuable day bewilderment betrayal summary b w huebsch p |
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9808 |
10444 |
Love Thee ? |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry |
This is the Weekly Poem for the week of November 29th, 2015. Another romantic love poem by the irish poet Thomas Moore. - Summary by Stav Nisser. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-thee-by-thomas-moore/ |
weekly poem week november 29th 2015 another romantic love poem irish poet thomas moore summary stav nisser p |
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9809 |
10445 |
Dave Dashaway Around the World |
Roy Rockwood |
Action & Adventure |
<i>Never was there a more clever young aviator than Dave Dashaway, and all up-to-date lads will wish to make his acquaintance.</i><br /><br />Weldon J. Cobb was a staff writer for the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a book packaging company that specialized in juvenile fiction. Under the pseudonym Roy Rockwood, Cobb authored the Dave Dashaway series of books that appeared between the years 1913 and 1915.<br /><br />In this fourth volume of the series, <i>Dave Dashaway Around the World; Or, A Young Yankee Aviator Among Many Nations</i>, Cobb enthralls his audience with the absorbing tale of a great air flight around the world, of adventures in Alaska, Siberia and elsewhere. A nostalgic picture of how the imaginations of children in the early twentieth century anticipated the accomplishments of the future. (Summary from the 1913 book jacket and Scott Danneker)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dashaway-around-the-world-by-roy-rockwood/ |
i never clever young aviator dave dashaway up to date lads wish make acquaintance i br br weldon j cobb staff writer stratemeyer syndicate book packaging company specialized juvenile fiction pseudonym roy rockwood cobb authored dave dashaway series books appeared years 1913 1915 br br in fourth volume series i dave dashaway around world or young yankee aviator among many nations i cobb enthralls audience absorbing tale great air flight around world adventures alaska siberia elsewhere nostalgic picture imaginations children early twentieth century anticipated accomplishments future summary 1913 book jacket scott danneker p |
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9810 |
10446 |
Short Poetry Collection 166 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 36 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-166-by-various/ |
collection 36 poems read librivox volunteers march 2017 |
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9811 |
10447 |
Canadian Fairy Tales |
Cyrus Macmillan |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Professor Macmillan has placed all lovers of fairy tales under a deep debt of obligation to him. The fairy tale makes a universal appeal both to old and young; to the young because it is the natural world in which their fancy delights to range, and to the old because they are conscious again of the spirit of youth as they read such tales to their children and grandchildren over and over again, and rejoice in the illusion that after all there is not a great difference of age which separates the generations.\n\nThe fairy tale makes this universal appeal because it deals with the elemental in our natures that is the same in every age and in every race. In the Canadian Tales which Professor Macmillan has so admirably gathered from Indian sources, we find the same types of character and scenes of adventure that we do in the tales of the German forests, of Scandinavia, England or France.\n\nThere is in us all an instinctive admiration for the adventurous spirit of the fairy tale which challenges the might that is cruel and devastating, and for the good offices of the fairies which help to vindicate the cause of the noble in its conflict with the ignoble, right with wrong. - Summary by the introduction</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/canadian-fairy-tales-by-cyrus-macmillan/ |
professor macmillan placed lovers fairy tales deep debt obligation him fairy tale makes universal appeal old young young natural world fancy delights range old conscious spirit youth read tales children grandchildren again rejoice illusion great difference age separates generations fairy tale makes universal appeal deals elemental natures every age every race canadian tales professor macmillan admirably gathered indian sources find types character scenes adventure tales german forests scandinavia england france us instinctive admiration adventurous spirit fairy tale challenges might cruel devastating good offices fairies help vindicate cause noble conflict ignoble right wrong summary introduction p |
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9812 |
10448 |
Tongues of Conscience |
Robert Smythe Hichens |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Tongues of Conscience (1898) is a collection of five thought-provoking stories where an innocent, but selfish, action leads to horrific consequences. Robert Hichens writes some wonderfully evocative descriptions of nature: from a raw and exposed violent seascape, to the serene and idyllic countryside “…the violets seemed to sing in odours…” , to a train pushing through the white-out of a blizzard.\nIn Sea Change an artist with a dark secret (“…I painted for him in words, the varying colors of waves in different seas… I drowned little Jack in the sea.”) shares the details of his guilt with a priest who tells a simple white lie in an effort to save his tortured friend’s sanity. In “William Foster”, the works of an author rouses his own wife’s religious nature with a most shocking result. In The Cry of the Child a gifted but egotistic doctor is haunted by the wail of his dead baby, but finds salvation with the sacrifice of someone else’s most selfless act. In How Love Came to Professor Guildea a scientist whose research has done wonderful things for humanity, confronts the terror of finding himelf loved. And finally, in The Lady and the Beggar, a wealthy woman’s will leaves her bounty to the poor, but only after she learns a very expensive lesson.\n. - Summary by LisaR</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/tongues-of-conscience-by-robert-smythe-hichens/ |
tongues conscience 1898 collection five thought provoking stories innocent selfish action leads horrific consequences robert hichens writes wonderfully evocative descriptions nature raw exposed violent seascape serene idyllic countryside the violets seemed sing odours train pushing white out blizzard sea change artist dark secret i painted words varying colors waves different seas drowned little jack sea shares details guilt priest tells simple white lie effort save tortured friend s sanity william foster works author rouses wife s religious nature shocking result cry child gifted egotistic doctor haunted wail dead baby finds salvation sacrifice someone else s selfless act love came professor guildea scientist whose research done wonderful things humanity confronts terror finding himelf loved finally lady beggar wealthy woman s leaves bounty poor learns expensive lesson summary lisar p |
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9813 |
10449 |
On Loving God |
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux |
Christianity - Commentary |
"You want me to tell you why God is to be loved and how much.I answer, the reason for loving God is God Himself; and the measure of love due to Him is immeasurable love. . . ."\n\nSaint Bernard's On Loving God is one of his most delightful, and most widely read, works. It stands in the tradition of the Fathers of the Church, but it carries patristic teaching into the Middle Ages and into the cloister. Its famous affirmation that God is to be loved without limit, sine modo, is taken directly from the letters of Saint Augustine. While the tract is not an example of scholastic theology, it shows a typically twelfth-century love of logic and an unexpectedly precise use of terminology. In reading or listening to this work, it is very important, as with all medieval authors, to take them on their own terms, without superimposing on them categories favored by later generations, even our own. Or especially not our own.(summary from wiki and the reader)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/on-loving-god-by-saint-bernard-of-clairvaux/ |
you want tell god loved much i answer reason loving god god himself measure love due immeasurable love saint bernard s loving god one delightful widely read works stands tradition fathers church carries patristic teaching middle ages cloister famous affirmation god loved without limit sine modo taken directly letters saint augustine tract example scholastic theology shows typically twelfth century love logic unexpectedly precise use terminology reading listening work important medieval authors take terms without superimposing categories favored later generations even own especially own summary wiki reader p |
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9821 |
10457 |
Speeches Against Catilina |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Antiquity |
This volume contains the four speeches delivered by Cicero in 63 BC, when he was a consul, against the conspiracy headed by L. Sergius Catilina. Catilina was scheming to bring about a general uprising in the country if he could not rise to a position of power by election. This volume includes an English introduction and notes on the speeches by E.A. Upcott.<br>The e-text used to produce this audiobook also includes further helpful study material for Latin scholars, which has been omitted from this audio version. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/speeches-against-catilina-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
volume contains four speeches delivered cicero 63 bc consul conspiracy headed l sergius catilina catilina scheming bring general uprising country could rise position power election volume includes english introduction notes speeches e a upcott br the e text used produce audiobook also includes helpful study material latin scholars omitted audio version summary carolin |
| 9876 |
9814 |
10450 |
Barchester Towers (version 2) |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
Barchester Towers, published in 1857, is the 2nd novel in Anthony Trollope's series known as the "Chronicles of Barsetshire". It follows on from The Warden, set some years later, with some of the same characters. Among other things it satirises the then raging antipathy in the Church of England between High Church and Evangelical adherents. Trollope began writing this book in 1855. He wrote constantly, and made himself a writing-desk so he could continue writing while travelling by train. "Pray know that when a man begins writing a book he never gives over," he wrote in a letter during this period. "The evil with which he is beset is as inveterate as drinking – as exciting as gambling." And, years later in his autobiography, he observed "In the writing of Barchester Towers I took great delight. The bishop and Mrs. Proudie were very real to me, as were also the troubles of the archdeacon and the loves of Mr. Slope." But when he submitted his finished work, his publisher, William Longman, initially turned it down, finding much of it to be full of "vulgarity and exaggeration". More recent critics offer a more sanguine opinion. "Barchester Towers is many readers' favourite Trollope", wrote The Guardian, which included it in its list of "1000 novels everyone must read". Barchester Towers concerns the leading clergy of the cathedral city of Barchester. The much loved bishop having died, all expectations are that his son, Archdeacon Grantly, will succeed him. Instead, owing to the passage of the power of patronage to a new Prime Minister, a newcomer, the far more Evangelical Bishop Proudie, gains the see. His wife, Mrs Proudie, exercises an undue influence over the new bishop, making herself as well as the bishop unpopular with most of the clergy of the diocese. Her interference to veto the reappointment of the universally popular Mr Septimus Harding (protagonist of Trollope's earlier novel, The Warden) as warden of Hiram's Hospital is not well received, even though she gives the position to a needy clergyman, Mr Quiverful, with 14 children to support. Now listen on... Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/barchester-towers-2-by-anthony-trollope/ |
barchester towers published 1857 2nd novel anthony trollope s series known chronicles barsetshire follows warden set years later characters among things satirises raging antipathy church england high church evangelical adherents trollope began writing book 1855 wrote constantly made writing desk could continue writing travelling train pray know man begins writing book never gives over wrote letter period the evil beset inveterate drinking exciting gambling and years later autobiography observed in writing barchester towers took great delight bishop mrs proudie real me also troubles archdeacon loves mr slope submitted finished work publisher william longman initially turned down finding much full vulgarity exaggeration recent critics offer sanguine opinion barchester towers many readers favourite trollope wrote guardian included list 1000 novels everyone must read barchester towers concerns leading clergy cathedral city barchester much loved bishop died expectations son archdeacon grantly succeed him instead owing passage power patronage new prime minister newcomer far evangelical bishop proudie gains see wife mrs proudie exercises undue influence new bishop making well bishop unpopular clergy diocese interference veto reappointment universally popular mr septimus harding protagonist trollope s earlier novel warden warden hiram s hospital well received even though gives position needy clergyman mr quiverful 14 children support listen on summary wikipedia |
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9815 |
10451 |
Behind the Green Door |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Penny Parker is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is."\n In BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR, the Parkers' long-planned trip to the Pine Top ski resort for the Christmas holiday is upset when the "Riverview Star" is sued for libel. Publisher Anthony Parker remains behind to deal with the crisis while Penny is sent to Pine Top. There, she encounters multiple mysteries, including an elderly recluse who keeps his granddaughter a prisoner in his remote cabin and the unexplained presence of a reporter from a rival newspaper. Worse, the man suing the "Star" also shows up in Pine Top. Penny's nose for news combined with her penchant for dare-devil skiing soon land her in the middle of a dangerous tangle she must unravel to save both the "Star" and the ski resort.\n - Summary by Cheryl Adam</p> |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/behind-the-green-door-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is behind green door parkers long planned trip pine top ski resort christmas holiday upset riverview star sued libel publisher anthony parker remains behind deal crisis penny sent pine top there encounters multiple mysteries including elderly recluse keeps granddaughter prisoner remote cabin unexplained presence reporter rival newspaper worse man suing star also shows pine top penny s nose news combined penchant dare devil skiing soon land middle dangerous tangle must unravel save star ski resort summary cheryl adam p |
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9816 |
10452 |
Potash and Perlmutter: Their Copartnership Ventures and Adventures |
Montague Glass |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Montague Glass was a lawyer who eventually abandoned the practice of law to write full time. He wrote a series of stories in the New York Post about a pair of popular characters in the predominantly Jewish garment trade. Many of the plots were derived from trade problems he saw as a lawyer. This is the first book of the collected stories; his Potash and Perlmutter stories were also made into stage plays and even movies that were very popular in their time. - Summary by ToddHW |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/potash-and-perlmutter-their-copartnership-ventures-and-adventures-by-montague-glass/ |
montague glass lawyer eventually abandoned practice law write full time wrote series stories new york post pair popular characters predominantly jewish garment trade many plots derived trade problems saw lawyer first book collected stories potash perlmutter stories also made stage plays even movies popular time summary toddhw |
| 9879 |
9817 |
10453 |
Bobbsey Twins on a Houseboat |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction, Detective Fiction |
The Bobbsey family are are staying on a houseboat for summer vacation! At first all seems to be going well - what with fishing, playing with friends, and exploring the river. But then a mean farmer arrives, who seems determined to stop the trip. Why? Where has Will Watson, his mistreated hired boy, run away to? Who is stealing food from the houseboat? Who or what made the strange noises the cook heard? And can the twins solve the mystery? - Summary by Summary by Rachel</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-on-a-houseboat-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bobbsey family staying houseboat summer vacation first seems going well fishing playing friends exploring river mean farmer arrives seems determined stop trip why watson mistreated hired boy run away to stealing food houseboat made strange noises cook heard twins solve mystery summary summary rachel p |
| 9880 |
9818 |
10454 |
Christmas in Poetry - Carols and Poems |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a volume of Christmas poems and carols, by various authors and from various times. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-in-poetry-carols-and-poems-by-various/ |
volume christmas poems carols various authors various times summary carolin p |
| 9881 |
9819 |
10455 |
Pleegzoon |
Jacob van Lennep |
Historical Fiction |
Gedurende het twaalfjarig bestand van de 80 jarige oorlog woedt er in de Nederlanden een godsdienstoorlog tussen de Remonstranten en de Contra-Remonstranten, een strijd waarvan de Spanjaarden proberen te profiteren. Ook binnen het huis van Nassau is er strijd gaande tussen de broers Maurits en Frederik-Hendrik over deze godsdienst kwestie. Deze politieke situatie is het decor van het liefdesverhaal van een schone jonkvrouw en haar moedige pleegbroer dat het grootste deel van deze roman vult.</p> |
Dutch |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/de-pleegzoon-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
gedurende het twaalfjarig bestand van de 80 jarige oorlog woedt er de nederlanden een godsdienstoorlog tussen de remonstranten en de contra remonstranten een strijd waarvan de spanjaarden proberen te profiteren ook binnen het huis van nassau er strijd gaande tussen de broers maurits en frederik hendrik deze godsdienst kwestie deze politieke situatie het decor van het liefdesverhaal van een schone jonkvrouw en haar moedige pleegbroer dat het grootste deel van deze roman vult p |
| 9882 |
9820 |
10456 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Book of Tobit |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Book of Tobit (from Hebrew: טובי Tobi "my good") is a book of scripture that is part of the Catholic and Orthodox biblical canon, pronounced canonical by the Council of Carthage of 397 and confirmed for Roman Catholics by the Council of Trent (1546). - Summary by Glenn O'Brien</p> |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/book-of-tobit-king-james-version/ |
book tobit from hebrew טובי tobi my good book scripture part catholic orthodox biblical canon pronounced canonical council carthage 397 confirmed roman catholics council trent 1546 summary glenn o brien p |
| 9883 |
9845 |
10482 |
Gleams of Sunshine |
Joseph Horatio Chant |
Poetry |
This is a volume of religious, and as the subtitle of the book says, 'optimistic' poems by J.H. Chant, a Canadian minister of the United Church. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/gleams-of-sunshine-by-joseph-horatio-chant/ |
volume religious subtitle book says optimistic poems j h chant canadian minister united church summary carolin |
| 9884 |
9822 |
10458 |
Exiles of Florida |
Joshua Giddings |
Modern (19th C) |
“The Author of the following work has endeavored to give a faithful record of … the Exiles of Florida. Torn from their native land, their friends and homes, they were sold in the markets of Carolina and Georgia. Feeling the hand of oppression bearing heavily upon them, they fled to Florida, and, under Spanish laws, became free. … At a time of profound peace, our army, acting under the direction of the Executive, invaded Florida, murdered many of these free men, and brought others to the United States and consigned them to slavery. An expensive and bloody war followed …During its protracted continuance of seven years, bribery and treachery were practiced towards the Exiles and their allies, the Seminole Indians; flags of truce were violated; the pledged faith of the nation was disregarded. By these means the removal of the Exiles from Florida was effected. After they had settled in the Western Country, most of these iniquities were repeated, until they were driven from our nation and compelled to seek an asylum in Mexico.” (From the author’s Introduction, 1858)</p> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/the-exiles-of-florida-by-joshua-giddings/ |
the author following work endeavored give faithful record exiles florida torn native land friends homes sold markets carolina georgia feeling hand oppression bearing heavily upon them fled florida and spanish laws became free time profound peace army acting direction executive invaded florida murdered many free men brought others united states consigned slavery expensive bloody war followed during protracted continuance seven years bribery treachery practiced towards exiles allies seminole indians flags truce violated pledged faith nation disregarded means removal exiles florida effected settled western country iniquities repeated driven nation compelled seek asylum mexico from author s introduction 1858 p |
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9823 |
10460 |
I Saw the Moon Rise Clear |
Thomas Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas Moore was an Irish poet, singer, songwriter, and entertainer, now best remembered for the lyrics of "The Minstrel Boy" and "The Last Rose of Summer".</br>\nMoore is often considered Ireland's National Bard and is to Ireland what Robert Burns is to Scotland. (Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/i-saw-the-moon-rise-clear-by-thomas-moore/ |
thomas moore irish poet singer songwriter entertainer best remembered lyrics the minstrel boy the last rose summer br moore often considered ireland s national bard ireland robert burns scotland wikipedia p |
| 9886 |
9824 |
10461 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 06. June 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the June Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The Seine, the Meuse, and the Moselle, by William M. Davis</li>\n<li>Across the Gulf by rail to Key West, by Jefferson B. Browne</li>\n<li>A geographical description of the British Islands, by W. M. Davis</li>\n<li>The Mexican Census</li></ul>\nalong with geographic literature, notes and miscellanea.<br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-06-june-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly june number br includes following articles br ul li the seine meuse moselle william m davis li li across gulf rail key west jefferson b browne li li a geographical description british islands w m davis li li the mexican census li ul along geographic literature notes miscellanea br |
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9825 |
10462 |
Zwierciadlana zagadka |
Deotyma |
Science Fiction |
Jadwiga Łuszczewska była dziewiętnastowieczną poetką i powieściopisarką, której pseudonim nawiązuje do greckiej poetki antycznej.\nW powieści "Zwierciadlana zagadka" słuchacze poznają historię Cezarego, zubożałego mężczyzny, który utrzymuje że pracuje nad odtworzeniem pewnego niezwykle istotnego wynalazku, które może zrewolucjonizować świat. W tym celu wysyła on do narratorki list z prośbą o pomoc w sfinansowaniu prac. Zdecydowana większość powieści ma formę wywiadu, podczas którego narratorka i jej towarzyszka starają się poznać historię tajemniczego nędzarza i ocenić czy jego prace rzeczywiście zasługują na wsparcie. A może "zwierciadlana zagadka" to tylko mżonka? - Piotr Nater</p> |
Polish |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/zwierciadlana-zagadka-by-deotyma/ |
jadwiga łuszczewska była dziewiętnastowieczną poetką powieściopisarką której pseudonim nawiązuje greckiej poetki antycznej w powieści zwierciadlana zagadka słuchacze poznają historię cezarego zubożałego mężczyzny który utrzymuje że pracuje nad odtworzeniem pewnego niezwykle istotnego wynalazku które może zrewolucjonizować świat w tym celu wysyła narratorki list z prośbą pomoc w sfinansowaniu prac zdecydowana większość powieści formę wywiadu podczas którego narratorka jej towarzyszka starają się poznać historię tajemniczego nędzarza ocenić czy jego prace rzeczywiście zasługują na wsparcie może zwierciadlana zagadka tylko mżonka piotr nater p |
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9826 |
10463 |
Stories of Troubled Marriages |
Ella D'Arcy |
Family Life |
Anyone who is, or has been, married knows that marriage takes work. While some marriages may be 'made in heaven', others, quite simply, are not. This short anthology comprises stories of the second variety, as expounded by some of our favorite authors: Conan Doyle, Gissing, Kipling, D'Arcy and Morrison. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-troubled-marriages-by-ella-darcy/ |
anyone is been married knows marriage takes work marriages may made heaven others quite simply not short anthology comprises stories second variety expounded favorite authors conan doyle gissing kipling d arcy morrison summary lynne thompson p |
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9827 |
10464 |
Door in the Wall, and Other Stories |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A collection of short stories by H. G. Wells, author of "The Time Machine" and "War of the Worlds". The science fiction master ranges over a variety of topics, each original and unexpected. Included in this collection is "The Country of the Blind" where a man with sight hopes to make himself king. In other stories a stranger offers to sell diamonds on the street, a magic door appears requires a sacrifice to go through it, a demon machine tries to become a god, an engineer finds an engineering solution to a love triangle, and a man dreams or does he? - Summary by Beth Thomas</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-door-in-the-wall-and-other-stories-by-h-g-wells/ |
collection short stories h g wells author the time machine war worlds science fiction master ranges variety topics original unexpected included collection the country blind man sight hopes make king stories stranger offers sell diamonds street magic door appears requires sacrifice go it demon machine tries become god engineer finds engineering solution love triangle man dreams he summary beth thomas p |
| 9890 |
9828 |
10465 |
Airplane Boys in the Black Woods |
E. J. Craine |
Action & Adventure |
“The Airplane Boys accidentally bump into a new\nmystery which is only solved after many pages of\nexcitement in this seventh book of air adventures.”</p>\n\nExcerpt From: E. J. Craine. “Airplane Boys in the Black Woods.” </p> |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/airplane-boys-in-the-black-woods-by-ej-craine/ |
the airplane boys accidentally bump new mystery solved many pages excitement seventh book air adventures p excerpt from e j craine airplane boys black woods p |
| 9891 |
9829 |
10466 |
Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite |
Anthony Trollope |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Sir Harry Hotspur’s only son and heir dies young which means that the title goes to a cousin, George Hotspur. Sir Harry wants the ancestral property to go to his daughter, Emily, and hopes that a future husband will adopt the family name.<br />George is a charmer but also a spendthrift and a gambler. He sets out to win Emily in order to save himself from bankruptcy – and succeeds, despite Emily knowing he is really unworthy. She is convinced she can save him but has also promised she will not marry without her father’s consent – which of course Sir Harry refuses to give.<br />\nThe book follows their story. (Summary by Simon Evers) </p> |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/sir-harry-hotspur-of-humblethwaite-by-anthony-trollope/ |
sir harry hotspur s son heir dies young means title goes cousin george hotspur sir harry wants ancestral property go daughter emily hopes future husband adopt family name br george charmer also spendthrift gambler sets win emily order save bankruptcy succeeds despite emily knowing really unworthy convinced save also promised marry without father s consent course sir harry refuses give br book follows story summary simon evers p |
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9830 |
10467 |
Discovery and Exploration of the Mississippi Valley |
John Gilmary Shea |
Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern, Exploration |
"It has long been a desideratum to have in English the early narratives, of the discovery and exploration of the Mississippi. Marquette's map and voyage have indeed appeared, but the narrative varies in no small degree from the authentic manuscript, and the map is not at all a copy of that still preserved, as it came from the hand of the great explorer. These published from original manuscripts, and accompanied by the narratives of the missionaries in La Salle's expedition, are now first presented in an accessible shape, and complete the annals of the exploration.<br /><br />The life of Marquette, and the history of the exploration itself, are the result of many years study of the early Spanish and French authorities, both printed and manuscript, some of which have never before been consulted." - Summary by the Author |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/discovery-and-exploration-of-the-mississippi-valley-by-john-gilmary-shea/ |
it long desideratum english early narratives discovery exploration mississippi marquette s map voyage indeed appeared narrative varies small degree authentic manuscript map copy still preserved came hand great explorer published original manuscripts accompanied narratives missionaries la salle s expedition first presented accessible shape complete annals exploration br br the life marquette history exploration itself result many years study early spanish french authorities printed manuscript never consulted summary author |
| 9893 |
9831 |
10468 |
Valley of Decision |
Edith Wharton |
Historical Fiction |
Odo Valsecca, a promising nobleman, inherits a dukedom at a young age and, over the course of his young life, must quickly learn the politics of royalty as he deals with other nobles, the church, the free-thinking movement, and, of course, his subjects, the peasants. Will he be able to rise to power in time, or will he quickly buckle under the pressures of the Italian court during the seventeenth century? Published in 1902, The Valley of Decision is Edith Wharton's first full length novel. - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-valley-of-decision-by-edith-wharton/ |
odo valsecca promising nobleman inherits dukedom young age and course young life must quickly learn politics royalty deals nobles church free thinking movement and course subjects peasants able rise power time quickly buckle pressures italian court seventeenth century published 1902 valley decision edith wharton s first full length novel summary mary kay p |
| 9894 |
9832 |
10469 |
Frederic the Great |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
Macaulay's review essay on Frederick the Great of Prussia is found in vol. iii of his Critical and Historical Essays, and concentrates primarily on the ways in which he built Prussia up into a major military power. Though it's impossible to read the essay without thinking ahead to the Franco-Prussian war of 1870 and the two world wars of the twentieth century, Macaulay of course only carries Frederick roughly up to the end of the Seven Years War (1763). ( Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/frederic-the-great-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
macaulay s review essay frederick great prussia found vol iii critical historical essays concentrates primarily ways built prussia major military power though impossible read essay without thinking ahead franco prussian war 1870 two world wars twentieth century macaulay course carries frederick roughly end seven years war 1763 nicholas clifford p |
| 9895 |
9833 |
10470 |
Siete Tragedias de Sófocles |
Sophocles |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Traducidas al castellano por José Alemany Bolufer, en esta edición de 1921, se ofrecen "juntas en un tomo y vertidas del original griego" las siete tragedias de Sófocles: Áyax, Electra, Edipo Rey, Edipo En Colono, Antígona, Las Traquinias y Filoctetes.De hecho, son las únicas que se han conservado de las 123 que se le atribuyen. Sófocles, se sitúa, junto con Esquilo y Eurípides, entre las figuras más destacadas de la tragedia griega. (summary by phileasfogg) </p> |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/las-siete-tragedias-de-sofocles-by-sophocles/ |
traducidas al castellano por josé alemany bolufer en esta edición de 1921 se ofrecen juntas en un tomo vertidas del original griego las siete tragedias de sófocles áyax electra edipo rey edipo en colono antígona las traquinias filoctetes de hecho son las únicas que se han conservado de las 123 que se le atribuyen sófocles se sitúa junto con esquilo eurípides entre las figuras más destacadas de la tragedia griega summary phileasfogg p |
| 9896 |
9834 |
10471 |
Wieland; Or, The Transformation: An American Tale |
Charles Brockden Brown |
Gothic Fiction |
The lives of a prosperous, intellectual family are disrupted when they meet the mysterious Carwin. Set in the period before the Revolutionary War, this is often described as the first American Gothic novel. - Summary by Karen Joan Kohoutek</p> |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/wieland-or-the-transformation-an-american-tale-by-charles-brockden-brown/ |
lives prosperous intellectual family disrupted meet mysterious carwin set period revolutionary war often described first american gothic novel summary karen joan kohoutek p |
| 9897 |
9835 |
10472 |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 4 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives.\n\nPlutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers.\n\nIn this copy-right expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order.\n\nVol 4 presents the paired lives of Alcibiades & Coriolanus, two notorious turncoats, and Lysander & Sulla, two military commanders who imposed drastic changes in civil government in their respective countries. ( Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Karen Merline) </p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-4-by-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus/ |
parallel lives noble greeks romans series biographies famous men arranged tandem illuminate common moral virtues failings surviving lives contain twenty three pairs biographies pair consisting one greek one roman well four unpaired single lives plutarch concerned writing histories such exploring influence character good bad lives destinies famous men first pair lives epaminondas scipio africanus longer exists many remaining lives truncated contain obvious lacunae and or tampered later writers copy right expired 11 volume translation loeb classical library order paired lives rearranged present greek lives chronological order vol 4 presents paired lives alcibiades coriolanus two notorious turncoats lysander sulla two military commanders imposed drastic changes civil government respective countries summary adapted wikipedia karen merline p |
| 9898 |
9836 |
10473 |
God Bless Us Everyone |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, the majority are in dialect. His famous works include "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man". (Summary from Wikipedia)</br>This poem is taken from Riley's CHRISTMAS - Its origin, celebration and significance as releated in prose and poetry. Published in 1912.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/god-bless-us-everyone-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored majority dialect famous works include little orphant annie the raggedy man summary wikipedia br this poem taken riley s christmas origin celebration significance releated prose poetry published 1912 p |
| 9899 |
9837 |
10474 |
Christmas Carmen |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the Fireside Poets, Whittier was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carmen-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
john greenleaf whittier american quaker poet advocate abolition slavery united states frequently listed one fireside poets whittier influenced scottish poet robert burns summary wikipedia p |
| 9900 |
9838 |
10475 |
Poetical Works of John Dryden, Volume 1 |
John Dryden |
Single author |
The first of two volumes of collected poetry by this revered and highly influential English restoration poet and playwright. The poems, many quite long and elaborate, reflect the poet's role in contemporary society, as political and religious commentator (religion, politics and royalty being closely associated at the period). The works include panegyrics to prominent and regal personages, extended allegories (as in "The Hind and the Panther"), and a few biting satires including a lampooning of a fellow playwright in "Mac Flecknoe". "Annus Mirabilis" is a sort of historical roundup. ( Peter Tucker) </p> |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-poetical-works-vol-1-by-john-dryden/ |
first two volumes collected poetry revered highly influential english restoration poet playwright poems many quite long elaborate reflect poet s role contemporary society political religious commentator religion politics royalty closely associated period works include panegyrics prominent regal personages extended allegories as the hind panther biting satires including lampooning fellow playwright mac flecknoe annus mirabilis sort historical roundup peter tucker p |
| 9901 |
9839 |
10476 |
Seven Against Thebes (Way Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
Seven against Thebes is the third play in an Oedipus-themed trilogy produced by Aeschylus in 467 BC. The trilogy is sometimes referred to as the Oedipodea. It concerns the battle between an Argive army led by Polynices and the army of Thebes led by Eteocles and his supporters. The trilogy won the first prize at the City Dionysia. The trilogy's first two plays, Laius and Oedipus, as well as the satyr play Sphinx, are no longer extant. When Oedipus, King of Thebes, realized he had married his own mother and had two sons and two daughters with her, he blinded himself and cursed his sons to divide their inheritance (the kingdom) by the sword. The two sons, Eteocles and Polynices, in order to avoid bloodshed, agreed to rule Thebes in alternate years. After the first year, Eteocles refused to step down, leading Polynices to raise an army of Argives (captained by the eponymous Seven) to take Thebes by force....The bulk of the play consists of rich dialogues between the citizens of Thebes and their king Eteocles regarding the threat of the hostile army before their gates. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/seven-against-thebes-by-aeschylus-2/ |
seven thebes third play oedipus themed trilogy produced aeschylus 467 bc trilogy sometimes referred oedipodea concerns battle argive army led polynices army thebes led eteocles supporters trilogy first prize city dionysia trilogy s first two plays laius oedipus well satyr play sphinx longer extant oedipus king thebes realized married mother two sons two daughters her blinded cursed sons divide inheritance the kingdom sword two sons eteocles polynices order avoid bloodshed agreed rule thebes alternate years first year eteocles refused step down leading polynices raise army argives captained eponymous seven take thebes force the bulk play consists rich dialogues citizens thebes king eteocles regarding threat hostile army gates summary wikipedia p |
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9840 |
10477 |
Under the Sunset |
Bram Stoker |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
“Under the Sunset” is a collection of eight amazing fantasy tales from the mind and imagination of the legendary Bram Stoker (Dracula.) Originally conceived of by the author to be a collection of “Children’s stories,” these tales lean towards the dark and moody and even sometimes scary. Several of the tales contained in this collection are considered to be examples of the finest stories ever written by Stoker. (Erik)</p> |
English |
1982 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-sunset-by-bram-stoker/ |
under sunset collection eight amazing fantasy tales mind imagination legendary bram stoker dracula originally conceived author collection children s stories tales lean towards dark moody even sometimes scary several tales contained collection considered examples finest stories ever written stoker erik p |
| 9903 |
9841 |
10478 |
Suppliant Maidens (Morshead Translation) |
Aeschylus |
Tragedy |
The Suppliants, also called The Suppliant Maidens, or The Suppliant Women, is a play by Aeschylus. It was probably first performed sometime after 470 BC. It was long thought to be the earliest surviving play by Aeschylus due to the relatively anachronistic function of the chorus as the protagonist of the drama. However, evidence discovered in the mid-20th century shows it one of Aeschylus' last plays, definitely after The Persians and possibly after Seven Against Thebes....The Danaids form the chorus and serve as the protagonists. They flee a forced marriage to their Egyptian cousins. When the Danaides reach Argos, they entreat King Pelasgus to protect them. He refuses pending the decision of the Argive people, who decide in the favor of the Danaids. Danaus rejoices the outcome, and the Danaids praise the Greek gods. Almost immediately, a herald of the Egyptians comes to attempt to force the Danaids to return to their cousins for marriage. Pelasgus arrives, threatens the herald, and urges the Danaids to remain within the walls of Argos. The play ends with the Danaids retreating into the Argive walls, protected. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-suppliant-maidens-by-aeschylus/ |
suppliants also called suppliant maidens suppliant women play aeschylus probably first performed sometime 470 bc long thought earliest surviving play aeschylus due relatively anachronistic function chorus protagonist drama however evidence discovered mid 20th century shows one aeschylus last plays definitely persians possibly seven thebes the danaids form chorus serve protagonists flee forced marriage egyptian cousins danaides reach argos entreat king pelasgus protect them refuses pending decision argive people decide favor danaids danaus rejoices outcome danaids praise greek gods almost immediately herald egyptians comes attempt force danaids return cousins marriage pelasgus arrives threatens herald urges danaids remain within walls argos play ends danaids retreating argive walls protected summary wikipedia p |
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9842 |
10479 |
Short Poetry Collection 185 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 35 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for October 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-185-by-various/ |
collection 35 poems read english librivox volunteers october 2018 |
| 9905 |
9843 |
10480 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 063 |
Various |
Short Stories |
<br />This collection comprises 20 short stories of various genres, chosen by the readers. Authors include Saki, Lord Dunsany, Rudyard Kipling, Rex Beach, Banjo Paterson, Chekhov and Montesquieu. <br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-063/ |
br this collection comprises 20 short stories various genres chosen readers authors include saki lord dunsany rudyard kipling rex beach banjo paterson chekhov montesquieu br br |
| 9906 |
9844 |
10481 |
Poems |
Alice Meynell |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Alice Meynell. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-alice-meynell/ |
volume poems alice meynell summary carolin p |
| 9907 |
9846 |
10483 |
Idiot at home |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction |
The Idiot returns along with Ms Idiot and their two children, Mollie and Tommy, move into their first house in suburbia. What follows are encounters with his companions from his boarding house days, <a href="https://librivox.org/coffee-and-repartee-by-john-kendrick-bangs/">Coffee and Repartee</a>, along with new characters that inhabit suburbia with the unassailable logic of the Idiot and Mrs Idiot regarding various aspects of life in the suburbs, starting with why the knowledge of an egg beater is more important than that of Wagner. Which story is your favourite? (Introduction by Kim) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-idiot-at-home-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
idiot returns along ms idiot two children mollie tommy move first house suburbia follows encounters companions boarding house days a href https librivox org coffee and repartee by john kendrick bangs coffee repartee a along new characters inhabit suburbia unassailable logic idiot mrs idiot regarding various aspects life suburbs starting knowledge egg beater important wagner story favourite introduction kim |
| 9908 |
9847 |
10484 |
Holy Life the Beauty of Christianity |
John Bunyan |
Essays & Short Works, Christianity - Other |
Written in the late 1600s by John Bunyan, author of <i>The Pilgrim's Progress,</i> this treatise exhorts Christians to holy living. Bunyan takes as his text Psalm 93:5, 'Holiness becometh thine house, O Lord, forever,' and from it he presents true holiness as true beauty, calling his fellow believers out of the religious hypocrisy of his era to a genuine pursuit of God. Spiritually, this work is a little-known gem from a respected religious figure, and historically it is a unique look at the Christian church and family in the seventeenth century. Whatever your reason for coming to 'A Holy Life,' it is worth the read...or listen. - Summary by Jennifer Raimundo |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/a-holy-life-the-beauty-of-christianity-by-john-bunyan/ |
written late 1600s john bunyan author i the pilgrim s progress i treatise exhorts christians holy living bunyan takes text psalm 93 5 holiness becometh thine house lord forever presents true holiness true beauty calling fellow believers religious hypocrisy era genuine pursuit god spiritually work little known gem respected religious figure historically unique look christian church family seventeenth century whatever reason coming a holy life worth read or listen summary jennifer raimundo |
| 9909 |
9848 |
10485 |
Poppy's Presents |
Mrs. O. F. Walton |
Christian Fiction |
One day, Poppy gets told her mother has a present for her. But the neighbors laugh and say there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. What is the present? - Summary by Esther ben Simonides</p> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/poppys-presents-by-mrs-o-f-walton/ |
one day poppy gets told mother present her neighbors laugh say thing much good thing present summary esther ben simonides p |
| 9910 |
9849 |
10486 |
Bertrams |
Anthony Trollope |
Humorous Fiction |
This is a massive effort, taking place in England and the Middle East, with a cast of thousands... Well, not thousands, fortunately, but certainly a great many. There are three Bertrams present: Sir Lionel, his son George (our hero), and the wealthy uncle. The primary story involves the joining of two couples (following some rocky periods), and the disposal of the uncle's fortune. The more amusing bits focus on peripheral characters in the social settings of a fictional town and in travel on board ship or touring Egypt. Trollope digresses from time to time to lecture us on religion, politics, and eccentricities of the British tourist. (Summary by Arnold Banner)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-bertrams-by-anthony-trollope/ |
massive effort taking place england middle east cast thousands well thousands fortunately certainly great many three bertrams present sir lionel son george our hero wealthy uncle primary story involves joining two couples following rocky periods disposal uncle s fortune amusing bits focus peripheral characters social settings fictional town travel board ship touring egypt trollope digresses time time lecture us religion politics eccentricities british tourist summary arnold banner p |
| 9911 |
9850 |
10487 |
Ajax (Campbell Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
Ajax is a Greek tragedy written in the 5th century BC. The date of Ajax's first performance is unknown and may never be found, but most scholars regard it as an early work, c. 450 - 430 BC. It chronicles the fate of the warrior Ajax after the events of the Iliad, but before the end of the Trojan War. At the onset of the play, Ajax is enraged because Achilles' armor was awarded to Odysseus, rather than to him. He vows to kill the Greek leaders who disgraced him. Before he can enact his extraordinary revenge, though, he is tricked by the goddess Athena into believing that the sheep and cattle that were taken by the Achaeans as spoil are the Greek leaders. Much of the play shows the disintegration of Ajax in the face of this humiliation, leading ultimately to his suicide. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/ajax-campbell-translation-by-sophocles/ |
ajax greek tragedy written 5th century bc date ajax s first performance unknown may never found scholars regard early work c 450 430 bc chronicles fate warrior ajax events iliad end trojan war onset play ajax enraged achilles armor awarded odysseus rather him vows kill greek leaders disgraced him enact extraordinary revenge though tricked goddess athena believing sheep cattle taken achaeans spoil greek leaders much play shows disintegration ajax face humiliation leading ultimately suicide summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 9912 |
9851 |
10488 |
Jessica's First Prayer and Jessica's Mother (Dramatic reading) |
Hesba Stretton |
Dramatic Readings, Religion |
Jessica is a little girl who used to be an actress till she grew too big. Now she lives on the streets, mostly starving until she meets Mr. Dan'el. Mr. Dan'el gives Jessica his cast-off crusts and warmed-over coffee. Jessica follows Mr. Dan'el to a building where a bunch of people sing and then listen to a man tell them about someone named God. Jessica wants to know who God is so she sneaks into listen every Sunday, hoping she won't be found out. (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles) .<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Jessica: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Mr. Daniel Standring: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br>The Minister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>Winny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313">Rosalynn</a><br>Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Jessica's Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Brookes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Daniel's Conscience, God: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/jessicas-first-prayer-by-hesba-stretton/ |
jessica little girl used actress till grew big lives streets mostly starving meets mr dan el mr dan el gives jessica cast off crusts warmed over coffee jessica follows mr dan el building bunch people sing listen man tell someone named god jessica wants know god sneaks listen every sunday hoping found out summary adele de pignerolles br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br jessica a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br mr daniel standring a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br the minister a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br winny a href https librivox org reader 10313 rosalynn a br jane a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br jessica s mother a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br physician a href https librivox org reader 10422 eddy sherman a br brookes a href https librivox org reader 10031 rupert holliday a br daniel s conscience god a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br |
| 9913 |
9853 |
10490 |
Columbia Accident Investigation Board Final Report, Volume 1 |
Columbia Accident Investigation Board |
Modern (20th C), Transportation |
In 1981, Columbia became the first spacecraft of its type to fly in Earth orbit and successfully completed 27 missions over more than two decades. During the STS-107 mission, Columbia and its crew traveled more than six million miles in 16 days. The Orbiterʼs destruction, just 16 minutes before scheduled touchdown, shows that space flight is still far from routine. It involves a substantial element of risk, which must be recognized, but never accepted with resignation. The seven Columbia astronauts believed that the risk was worth the reward. The Board salutes their courage and dedicates this report to their memory. - Summary from the Board Report\n\nNote: Volumes 2-6 are supporting documents and transcripts not included in this recording.</p> |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/final-report-1-by-columbia-accident-investigation-board/ |
1981 columbia became first spacecraft type fly earth orbit successfully completed 27 missions two decades sts 107 mission columbia crew traveled six million miles 16 days orbiterʼs destruction 16 minutes scheduled touchdown shows space flight still far routine involves substantial element risk must recognized never accepted resignation seven columbia astronauts believed risk worth reward board salutes courage dedicates report memory summary board report note volumes 2 6 supporting documents transcripts included recording p |
| 9914 |
9854 |
10491 |
I Am A Cat (excerpt) |
Sōseki Natsume |
Literary Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
These are the first two chapters of Natsume Sōseki's masterpiece, "I Am A Cat" (Wagahai wa Neko de Aru). It is recognized as a landmark of modern Japanese literature, with its humorous but insightful depiction of society as seen through the eyes of a cat. The full work was published in serial form, in ten installments, in 1905-1906. Soon after, Kan-ichi Ando published an English translation of the first two chapters. Sadly, there is no translation of the full work in the public domain, but because of its episodic structure, this excerpt can easily stand on its own. - Summary by Peter Eastman</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/i-am-a-cat-excerpt-by-soseki-natsume/ |
first two chapters natsume sōseki s masterpiece i cat wagahai wa neko de aru recognized landmark modern japanese literature humorous insightful depiction society seen eyes cat full work published serial form ten installments 1905 1906 soon after kan ichi ando published english translation first two chapters sadly translation full work public domain episodic structure excerpt easily stand own summary peter eastman p |
| 9915 |
9855 |
10492 |
Last Ditch |
Violet Hunt |
Literary Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
An amusing but deeply poignant story, “The Last Ditch” describes the wartime experiences of a British aristocratic family who gradually realize that their old feudal perquisites are passing away in the trenches of the Great War and that unprecedented new forces are pushing out the comfortable old ways. Lady Arles is the matriarch determined to resist to her last breath. Her bohemian young daughter Venice is set on a career as a poet and even dallies with a Socialist lover, but in some ways is the family member who seems the most helpless without her old aristocratic privileges. Another daughter Ilsa brings scandal after scandal to the family because of her endless sexual flings, incorrigible almost to the last page. Audley Bar, beloved by at least two of the Ladies Arles, is the ennui-laden aristocratic adventurer, determined despite his middle age to go forth to war and do his bit, especially after one young friend after another dies on the Western Front. Author Violet Hunt pokes ironical, affectionate fun at her old-fashioned cast of characters, but as an ardent feminist and free-thinker finds ways to show her profound sympathies for the rising poor of England, the previously unprivileged who were finding some new freedoms in the passing of the Old Order. Her novel published while the seemingly endless War was still in full force, Hunt deftly sketches a portrait of a very human family, harrowed by loss and adrift in a new world. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-ditch-by-violet-hunt/ |
amusing deeply poignant story the last ditch describes wartime experiences british aristocratic family gradually realize old feudal perquisites passing away trenches great war unprecedented new forces pushing comfortable old ways lady arles matriarch determined resist last breath bohemian young daughter venice set career poet even dallies socialist lover ways family member seems helpless without old aristocratic privileges another daughter ilsa brings scandal scandal family endless sexual flings incorrigible almost last page audley bar beloved least two ladies arles ennui laden aristocratic adventurer determined despite middle age go forth war bit especially one young friend another dies western front author violet hunt pokes ironical affectionate fun old fashioned cast characters ardent feminist free thinker finds ways show profound sympathies rising poor england previously unprivileged finding new freedoms passing old order novel published seemingly endless war still full force hunt deftly sketches portrait human family harrowed loss adrift new world summary expatriate p |
| 9916 |
9856 |
10493 |
Woodstock, or, The Cavalier |
Sir Walter Scott |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This novel is set during the English Civil War and the Commonwealth. It is comprised of real events, along with fictional ones. If you are looking for an adventure novel with romance and mystery, please look no further. This is Scott at his finest. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/woodstock-or-the-cavalier-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
novel set english civil war commonwealth comprised real events along fictional ones looking adventure novel romance mystery please look further scott finest summary stav nisser |
| 9917 |
9857 |
10494 |
Twelve Stories and a Dream |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Thirteen short stories by HG Wells, the master of speculative fiction! Included in this collection is "Mr Skelmersdale in Fairyland" where a man finds his way into fairyland where a fairy queen tries to seduce him away from his human fiancée. In other stories a ghost gets stuck and can't get back to the "other side", a man decides to try being a god for a few months, a magic shop sells "the real thing", a scientist sells time in a bottle, a body is stolen (while its owner is still alive) and a man dreams or does he? (Summary by Beth Thomas)</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/twelve-stories-and-a-dream-by-h-g-wells/ |
thirteen short stories hg wells master speculative fiction included collection mr skelmersdale fairyland man finds way fairyland fairy queen tries seduce away human fiancée stories ghost gets stuck can t get back other side man decides try god months magic shop sells the real thing scientist sells time bottle body stolen while owner still alive man dreams he summary beth thomas p |
| 9918 |
9858 |
10495 |
Christmas Duet |
Joseph Ashby-Sterry |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Joseph Ashby-Sterry was an English poet and novelist. He works include Boudoir Ballads, a collection of poetry, now out of print. This poem is taken from the 1888 edition of The Lazy Minstrel. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-duet-by-joseph-ashby-sterry/ |
joseph ashby sterry english poet novelist works include boudoir ballads collection poetry print poem taken 1888 edition lazy minstrel summary wikipedia p |
| 9919 |
9866 |
10503 |
Normans in European History |
Charles Homer Haskins |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Wherever their ships took them, the Normans (Northman) were ruthless conquerors but gifted governors. These eight lectures, given in Boston in 1915 by the eminent Harvard medievalist, Charles Homer Haskins, chronicle the achievements of these descendants of the Vikings, whose genius for assimilation transformed them into French, English, and Sicilian citizens of well-run states. Haskins discusses the great William the Conqueror and Henry II, the impetuous Richard the Lion-Hearted, and the hapless King John. The Normans founded the Kingdom of Sicily in which there was religious toleration and a Saracen bureaucracy, and left us a moving picture of themselves in the Bayeux Tapestry. (summary by Pamela Nagami)</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-normans-in-european-history-by-charles-homer-haskins/ |
wherever ships took them normans northman ruthless conquerors gifted governors eight lectures given boston 1915 eminent harvard medievalist charles homer haskins chronicle achievements descendants vikings whose genius assimilation transformed french english sicilian citizens well run states haskins discusses great william conqueror henry ii impetuous richard lion hearted hapless king john normans founded kingdom sicily religious toleration saracen bureaucracy left us moving picture bayeux tapestry summary pamela nagami p |
| 9920 |
9859 |
10496 |
Trachiniai (Campbell Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
Women of Trachis (Ancient Greek: Τραχίνιαι, Trachiniai; also translated as The Trachiniae or The Trachinian Maidens) is an Athenian tragedy by Sophocles. The story begins with Deianeira, the wife of Heracles, relating the story of her early life and her plight adjusting to married life. She is now distraught over her husband's neglect of her family. Often involved in some adventure, he rarely visits them. She sends their son Hyllus to find him, as she is concerned over prophecies about Heracles and the land he is currently in. After Hyllus sets off, a messenger arrives with word that Heracles, victorious in his recent battle, is making offerings on Cape Cenaeum and coming home soon to Trachis. But Heracles' arrival with a beautiful young slave girl complicates the marital situation more than ever, leading to desperate measures on the part of Deianeira and a tragic denouement. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/trachiniai-campbell-translation-by-sophocles/ |
women trachis ancient greek τραχίνιαι trachiniai also translated trachiniae trachinian maidens athenian tragedy sophocles story begins deianeira wife heracles relating story early life plight adjusting married life distraught husband s neglect family often involved adventure rarely visits them sends son hyllus find him concerned prophecies heracles land currently in hyllus sets off messenger arrives word heracles victorious recent battle making offerings cape cenaeum coming home soon trachis heracles arrival beautiful young slave girl complicates marital situation ever leading desperate measures part deianeira tragic denouement summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
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9860 |
10497 |
Joseph: Beloved, Hated, Exalted |
Frederick Brotherton Meyer |
Christianity - Commentary |
I remember seeing the huge Matterhorn reflected, in its minutest details, in a small mountain lakelet, many miles distant; and similarly, the life of Jesus is remarkably mirrored in this touching story. In fact, there are scenes in the life of Joseph which probably foreshadow events that are timed to happen in the near future, and which depict them with a vividness and minuteness not to be found elsewhere on the page of Scripture. It is here only that we can fully realize what will take place when the Lord Jesus makes Himself known to his brethren according to the flesh, and they exclaim, "It is Jesus our brother!" (From the Preface)</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/joseph-beloved-hated-exalted-by-frederick-brotherton-meyer/ |
remember seeing huge matterhorn reflected minutest details small mountain lakelet many miles distant similarly life jesus remarkably mirrored touching story fact scenes life joseph probably foreshadow events timed happen near future depict vividness minuteness found elsewhere page scripture fully realize take place lord jesus makes known brethren according flesh exclaim it jesus brother from preface p |
| 9922 |
9861 |
10498 |
Captain William Kidd And Others Of The Buccaneers |
John Stevens Cabot Abbott |
History |
Pirate stories galore! Pirate life was not always what it seemed from the outside. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/captain-william-kidd-and-others-of-the-buccaneers-by-john-stevens-cabot-abbott/ |
pirate stories galore pirate life always seemed outside summary david wales p |
| 9923 |
9862 |
10499 |
Juju |
Murray Leinster |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A 1919 pulp-press tale of deepest darkest Africa. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/juju-by-murray-leinster/ |
1919 pulp press tale deepest darkest africa summary david wales p |
| 9924 |
9863 |
10500 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 7 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
In Volume 7, the degradation and humiliation of Clarissa continue, from all the forces of society and the personal nefariousness of the devilish rake Lovelace, while her moral greatness and superiority to Lovelace shine out with an undiminished splendour. One of the earliest and certainly the longest novel in the English language, with a wide-ranging influence not only on the English novel, but also on nineteenth century European literature at large, it is gripping, twisted and a magnificent dramatic soap opera.\n - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-volume-7-by-samuel-richardson/ |
volume 7 degradation humiliation clarissa continue forces society personal nefariousness devilish rake lovelace moral greatness superiority lovelace shine undiminished splendour one earliest certainly longest novel english language wide ranging influence english novel also nineteenth century european literature large gripping twisted magnificent dramatic soap opera summary nicole lee p |
| 9925 |
9864 |
10501 |
Bible (KJV), Complete |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The 1769 Oxford Edition. The King James Bible is one of the most important books in the English speaking world, so influential that its language permeates facets of society from religion, politics, literature, art, education and music. (Summary by Michael Armenta) |
English |
1769 |
https://librivox.org/bible-complete-king-james-version/ |
1769 oxford edition king james bible one important books english speaking world influential language permeates facets society religion politics literature art education music summary michael armenta |
| 9926 |
9865 |
10502 |
Philoctetes (Campbell Translation) |
Sophocles |
Tragedy |
Philoctetes is a play by Sophocles (Aeschylus and Euripides also each wrote a Philoctetes but theirs have not survived). The play was written during the Peloponnesian War. It is one of the seven tragedies of Sophocles to have survived the ravages of time in its complete form. It was first performed at the Festival of Dionysus in 409 BC, where it won first prize. The story takes place during the Trojan War (after the majority of the events of the Iliad, and before the Trojan Horse). It describes the attempt by Neoptolemus and Odysseus to bring the disabled Philoctetes, the master archer, with them to Troy. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/philoctetes-campbell-translation-by-sophocles/ |
philoctetes play sophocles aeschylus euripides also wrote philoctetes survived play written peloponnesian war one seven tragedies sophocles survived ravages time complete form first performed festival dionysus 409 bc first prize story takes place trojan war after majority events iliad trojan horse describes attempt neoptolemus odysseus bring disabled philoctetes master archer troy summary wikipedia p |
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9887 |
10525 |
John Dough and the Cherub |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
An evil Arabian sorcerer loans a golden flask full of the Great Elixir - a magic liquid that endows a person with pronounced health, strength, and longevity - to a colorblind baker's wife to stop it falling into the wrong hands. Unfortunately, the woman mixes up the Elixir with her rheumatism medicine, which, through even more misunderstanding, then ends up being used in batch of gingerbread. Out of this dough comes John Dough, a six-foot novelty gingerbread man who promptly comes to life and runs away, in an echo of an old nursery rhyme. Pursued by the evil sorcerer, who wants to eat him to gain the power of immortality, and children, who want to eat him because he's made of cake, John Dough and his sidekick the Cherub flee through a variety of strange fantasy lands and bizarre scenarios, including an encounter with "The King of Fairy Beavers," an animated Wooden Indian, a girl executioner who never gets to kill anybody and weeps over the fact, a two-legged talking horse that bullies its rider, and the youthful and tyrannical "Kinglet" of Phreex. Will John Dough escape those who want him eaten? <br></br>Though the novel (published in 1906) is not considered part of the Oz canon, its main characters make cameo appearances in The Road to Oz (1909). - Summary by Mary Kay, E. Toland and Wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/john-dough-and-the-cherub-by-l-frank-baum/ |
evil arabian sorcerer loans golden flask full great elixir magic liquid endows person pronounced health strength longevity colorblind baker s wife stop falling wrong hands unfortunately woman mixes elixir rheumatism medicine which even misunderstanding ends used batch gingerbread dough comes john dough six foot novelty gingerbread man promptly comes life runs away echo old nursery rhyme pursued evil sorcerer wants eat gain power immortality children want eat he s made cake john dough sidekick cherub flee variety strange fantasy lands bizarre scenarios including encounter the king fairy beavers animated wooden indian girl executioner never gets kill anybody weeps fact two legged talking horse bullies rider youthful tyrannical kinglet phreex john dough escape want eaten br br though novel published 1906 considered part oz canon main characters make cameo appearances road oz 1909 summary mary kay e toland wikipedia |
| 9928 |
9867 |
10504 |
Fool There Was |
Porter Emerson Browne |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Two friends were asked by their respective fathers on their death beds to promise to marry a special girl, who lived across the street and who they had been very fond of since childhood. Once they reached young manhood, one of these fulfilled his father's wish. The story takes off from there, and, while all three continued to be very close to one another as they grew older, the married man was sent abroad on business, allowing his friend to take care of his wife and child while he was away. While overseas, the married man fell into temptation. Many twists and turns, as well as surprises were to follow, rendering the reader curious as to how it would all turn out. ( Roger Melin)</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-fool-there-was-by-porter-emerson-browne/ |
two friends asked respective fathers death beds promise marry special girl lived across street fond since childhood reached young manhood one fulfilled father s wish story takes there and three continued close one another grew older married man sent abroad business allowing friend take care wife child away overseas married man fell temptation many twists turns well surprises follow rendering reader curious would turn out roger melin p |
| 9929 |
9868 |
10506 |
Tausend und eine Nacht, Band 3 |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Scheherazade oder Schehersad, die Tochter eines Wesirs, heiratete den König / Sultan, der die Angewohnheit hatte, seine Ehefrauen am ersten Tag nach der Hochzeit köpfen zu lassen. Schehersad jedoch begann ihm Geschichten zu erzählen, die am Ende der Nacht den Ausgang offen ließen und den Sultan dazu brachten, wenn er den Fortgang der Geschichte erfahren wollte, von einer Enthauptung abzusehen. Nach 1001 Nächten gestanden sich beide ihre Liebe und lebten glücklich bis .... (Zusammenfassung von Bernd Ungerer) |
German |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/tausend-und-eine-nacht-band-3-by-unknown/ |
scheherazade oder schehersad die tochter eines wesirs heiratete den könig sultan der die angewohnheit hatte seine ehefrauen ersten tag nach der hochzeit köpfen zu lassen schehersad jedoch begann ihm geschichten zu erzählen die ende der nacht den ausgang offen ließen und den sultan dazu brachten wenn er den fortgang der geschichte erfahren wollte von einer enthauptung abzusehen nach 1001 nächten gestanden sich beide ihre liebe und lebten glücklich bis zusammenfassung von bernd ungerer |
| 9930 |
9869 |
10507 |
Dirge for the Year |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Percy Bysshe Shelley was one of the major English Romantic poets, and is regarded by some as among the finest lyric, as well as epic, poets in the English language. A radical in his poetry as well as in his political and social views, Shelley did not see fame during his lifetime, but recognition for his poetry grew steadily following his death. Shelley was a key member of a close circle of visionary poets and writers that included Lord Byron; Leigh Hunt; Thomas Love Peacock; and his own second wife, Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/dirge-for-the-year-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
percy bysshe shelley one major english romantic poets regarded among finest lyric well epic poets english language radical poetry well political social views shelley see fame lifetime recognition poetry grew steadily following death shelley key member close circle visionary poets writers included lord byron leigh hunt thomas love peacock second wife mary shelley author frankenstein summary wikipedia p |
| 9931 |
9870 |
10508 |
Retired Cat |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Cowper was an English poet and hymnodist. One of the most popular poets of his time, Cowper changed the direction of 18th century nature poetry by writing of everyday life and scenes of the English countryside. In many ways, he was one of the forerunners of Romantic poetry.\nHis religious sentiment and association with John Newton (who wrote the hymn "Amazing Grace") led to much of the poetry for which he is best remembered. His poem "Light Shining out of Darkness" gave English the phrase: "God moves in a mysterious way/His wonders to perform." Wikipedia - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/the-retired-cat-by-william-cowper/ |
william cowper english poet hymnodist one popular poets time cowper changed direction 18th century nature poetry writing everyday life scenes english countryside many ways one forerunners romantic poetry religious sentiment association john newton who wrote hymn amazing grace led much poetry best remembered poem light shining darkness gave english phrase god moves mysterious way his wonders perform wikipedia summary wikipedia p |
| 9932 |
9871 |
10509 |
Alice in Wonderland, Retold in Words of One Syllable |
J.C. Gorham |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The well known and delightful tale of Alice in Wonderland but retold in simpler language. All the characters are there, even the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter. Note that even though the title says 'words of one syllable', there are quite a few two and even multiple syllable words which the author divides into smaller bites by using dashes. Don't let this bother you. The book is well written and would be an excellent choice for all listeners or those for whom English is not their first language.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/alice-in-wonderland-retold-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-jc-gorham/ |
well known delightful tale alice wonderland retold simpler language characters there even cheshire cat mad hatter note even though title says words one syllable quite two even multiple syllable words author divides smaller bites using dashes let bother you book well written would excellent choice listeners english first language p |
| 9933 |
9872 |
10510 |
Spiritual Exercises |
St. Ignatius Loyola |
Christianity - Other |
These are the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, a plan of contemplation to be carried out over about a month. St. Ignatius of Loyola (1419-1556) was the founder of the Jesuits, and was canonized by Pope Gregory XV in 1622. He published the Spiritual Exercises in 1548. The Exercises were intended for use by someone who would be conducting a retreat and are a series of notes on methods and things to cover. As such they read more like a manual and overview than a devotional book that one can look to for edification. They presume the person conducting the retreat or the exercises has already been through them. They are a central part of the first year training of Jesuit novitiates. However, one does not have to be a Jesuit-in-training to take advantage of the Exercises: Increasingly, lay people and even non-Catholics follow this path (1491 - 1556)( from the introduction and reader)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-spiritual-exercises-by-st-ignatius-loyola/ |
spiritual exercises st ignatius loyola plan contemplation carried month st ignatius loyola 1419 1556 founder jesuits canonized pope gregory xv 1622 published spiritual exercises 1548 exercises intended use someone would conducting retreat series notes methods things cover read like manual overview devotional book one look edification presume person conducting retreat exercises already them central part first year training jesuit novitiates however one jesuit in training take advantage exercises increasingly lay people even non catholics follow path 1491 1556 introduction reader p |
| 9934 |
9873 |
10511 |
Priest and His Disciples (Shaw Translation) |
Hyakuzō Kurata |
Drama, Modern, Other religions |
At the age of twenty-six (at the height of the Great War in Europe), the religious pilgrim and maverick Kurata Hyakuzō wrote a profoundly philosophical play called "The Priest & His Disciples" ("Shukke to sono deshi"). This stage play is based on the life and teachings of the 13th century Buddhist priest Shinran (1173-1263) and quickly became immensely popular. Shinran, the historical founder of the True Pure Land School of Buddhism (Jōdo Shinshū), encounters the poor family of Hino Saemon and his wife Okane, and converses with them about how to live in circumstances of change and turmoil and hardship. Most of the ideas represented as Shinran's are really Kurata's own philosophies, an amalgam of Eastern and Western ideas adapted by his own iconoclastic spirit to the tumultuous times of early twentieth-century Japan. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-priest-and-his-disciples-shaw-translation-by-hyakuzo-kurata/ |
age twenty six at height great war europe religious pilgrim maverick kurata hyakuzō wrote profoundly philosophical play called the priest disciples shukke sono deshi stage play based life teachings 13th century buddhist priest shinran 1173 1263 quickly became immensely popular shinran historical founder true pure land school buddhism jōdo shinshū encounters poor family hino saemon wife okane converses live circumstances change turmoil hardship ideas represented shinran s really kurata s philosophies amalgam eastern western ideas adapted iconoclastic spirit tumultuous times early twentieth century japan summary expatriate p |
| 9935 |
9874 |
10512 |
Forty-Five Guardsmen |
Alexandre Dumas |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
<br />The sequel to "Chicot the Jester" and final book of the "Valois Romances." This story begins six years after the famed "Duel of the Mignons" between the favorites of the courts of King Henry III and Henry the Duke of Guise (somewhat allied with the King's brother, Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon). Dumas concludes his historical fiction on the War of the Three Henries while (1) detailing the formation of the Forty-Five Guardsmen (who were to become the Musketeers), (2) following Chicot the Jester as he stays loyal to the failing regency of King Henry III, and (3) continuing the story of Diana (a principal character in the previous book). - Summary by jvanstan<br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-forty-five-guardsmen-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
br the sequel chicot jester final book valois romances story begins six years famed duel mignons favorites courts king henry iii henry duke guise somewhat allied king s brother francis duke anjou alencon dumas concludes historical fiction war three henries 1 detailing formation forty five guardsmen who become musketeers 2 following chicot jester stays loyal failing regency king henry iii 3 continuing story diana a principal character previous book summary jvanstan br br |
| 9936 |
9875 |
10513 |
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight |
The Gawain Poet |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
King Arthur lies at Camelot upon a Christmas-tide and will not eat until he hears tell of a marvel of knightly feats. In among them rides the Green Knight and challenges any knight of the Table Round to the beheading game; one of them, he suggests, can strike off his head and, at the end of a year, if he survives, he will then strike off his beheader's. Gawain accepts the challenge and strikes off his head; the Green Knight gathers up his head and charges him to meet him at the year's end at the Knight's Green Chapel to receive the fatal blow. What betides him on his journey, how he falls into temptation yet fails to fall, is the subject of this all too human tale of an ordinary man, as he come to discover, caught up in a tale he cannot fathom of ritual and romance. (Summary by Tony Addison) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight/ |
king arthur lies camelot upon christmas tide eat hears tell marvel knightly feats among rides green knight challenges knight table round beheading game one them suggests strike head and end year survives strike beheader s gawain accepts challenge strikes head green knight gathers head charges meet year s end knight s green chapel receive fatal blow betides journey falls temptation yet fails fall subject human tale ordinary man come discover caught tale cannot fathom ritual romance summary tony addison p |
| 9937 |
9876 |
10514 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 3) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 3 chronicles Lincoln's life from his election in 1860 through April, 1861. ( Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-3-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 3 chronicles lincoln s life election 1860 april 1861 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 9938 |
9877 |
10515 |
Critón o el deber |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
Diálogo entre Sócrates y Critón, horas antes de la ejecución del filósofo, en que se trata del deber. Summary by Tux</p> |
Spanish |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/criton-o-el-deber-by-plato/ |
diálogo entre sócrates critón horas antes de la ejecución del filósofo en que se trata del deber summary tux p |
| 9939 |
9878 |
10516 |
Treasure Island: A Play in 4 Acts |
Jules Eckert Goodman |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Plays |
Arrgh and Shiver Me Timbers! Jim Hawkins and Long John Silver! This is Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale as made into a play for The Punch and Judy Theatre Company in 1915. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nJim Hawkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMrs Hawkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>\nDr Livesey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nSquire Trelawney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCaptain Smollett : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nHunter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>\nJoyce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10150">Elizabeth Travers</a><br>\nGray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10146">Andrew Travers</a><br>\nBill Bones The Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nBlack Dog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>\nPew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>\nLong John Silver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nCaptain Flint (parrot): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMorgan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nAnderson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a><br>\nGeorge Merry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nIsrael Hands: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9755">Khaghbboommm</a><br>\nDirk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9599">Maggie Travers</a><br>\nO'Brien: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>\nArrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nDick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nBen Gunn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nMan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10898">Allen Kelly</a><br>\nAnother Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\n<br>\nEdited and Coordinated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/treasure-island-a-play-in-4-acts-by-jules-eckert-goodman/ |
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| 9940 |
9888 |
10526 |
Tower of London |
Walter George Bell |
*Non-fiction |
A short book, whose chapters were originally published in The Daily Mail, which explores the history and facts of each of the structures that make up the Tower. - Summary by Janet 99</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tower-of-london-by-walter-george-bell/ |
short book whose chapters originally published daily mail explores history facts structures make tower summary janet 99 p |
| 9941 |
12547 |
13263 |
Hive of Busy Bees |
Effie Mae Hency Williams |
Family |
In the summer, Don and Joyce stay on their Grandma and Grandpa's farm. They have great fun, and every night Grandma tells them a story about a different kind of bee such as Bee Kind, Bee Polite, and Bee Honest that stings people who aren't honest. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-hive-of-busy-bees-by-effie-mae-hency-williams/ |
summer joyce stay grandma grandpa s farm great fun every night grandma tells story different kind bee bee kind bee polite bee honest stings people honest |
| 9942 |
9879 |
10517 |
Father Goriot (version 2) |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
Father Goriot (Le Père Goriot), published in 1835, is widely considered to be Balzac's finest and most popular novel. It is set in Paris in 1819, after Napoleon's defeat and the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy. France was undergoing massive social upheaval, as the new bourgeoisie jockeyed for position alongside the old aristocracy. Against this backdrop, we follow the lives of Goriot, an old man who irrationally dotes on his daughters; Vautrin, a shadowy criminal mastermind; and Rastignac, a young man from the provinces who studies how to navigate the complexities and climb the ladder of Parisian society. Balzac's masterful use of physical and psychological detail makes this book a landmark in the development of realism in western literature. - Summary by Bruce Pirie</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/father-goriot-version-2-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
father goriot le père goriot published 1835 widely considered balzac s finest popular novel set paris 1819 napoleon s defeat restoration bourbon monarchy france undergoing massive social upheaval new bourgeoisie jockeyed position alongside old aristocracy backdrop follow lives goriot old man irrationally dotes daughters vautrin shadowy criminal mastermind rastignac young man provinces studies navigate complexities climb ladder parisian society balzac s masterful use physical psychological detail makes book landmark development realism western literature summary bruce pirie p |
| 9943 |
9880 |
10518 |
With the Judæans in the Palestine Campaign |
John Henry Patterson |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
From the Preface: The formation of a Battalion of Jews for service in the British Army is an event without precedent in our annals, and the part played by such a unique unit is assured of a niche in history owing to the fact that it fought in Palestine, not only for the British cause, but also for the Restoration of the Jewish people to the Promised Land. - Summary by J. H. Patterson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/with-the-judaeans-in-the-palestine-campaign-by-john-henry-patterson/ |
preface formation battalion jews service british army event without precedent annals part played unique unit assured niche history owing fact fought palestine british cause also restoration jewish people promised land summary j h patterson |
| 9944 |
9881 |
10519 |
Alcestis (Way Translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Alcestis, queen of Pherae, is one of the noblest heroines in all of Greek drama. Her husband Admetus is the supposedly virtuous king of Pherae who wins the friendship of the god Apollo. Apollo tricks the Eumenides into an agreement that when the time comes for Admetus to die, a willing substitute will be accepted in his place, allowing his friend to go on living. Admetus selfishly tries to persuade anyone to agree to be his substitute, even his own parents, but no one is willing to make that sacrifice; this disappointment and its tragic consequences embitter him, leading him ultimately to disown his father and mother. Finally his wife Alcestis nobly agrees to die for him, unwilling to leave her children without a father. When the play opens, the moment for the death of Alcestis is at hand and an unexpected guest is at the door. \n<br><br>\n“Alcestis,” first produced at the City Dionysia festival in 438 BCE, has always been hard to categorize. Its ambiguous, tragicomic tone—which may be "cheerfully romantic" or "bitterly ironic"—has earned it the label of a "problem play." "Alcestis" is, possibly excepting the "Rhesus," the oldest surviving work by Euripides, although at the time of its first performance he had been producing plays for 17 years.\n( Expatriate; supplemented by Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/alcestis-way-translation-by-euripides/ |
alcestis queen pherae one noblest heroines greek drama husband admetus supposedly virtuous king pherae wins friendship god apollo apollo tricks eumenides agreement time comes admetus die willing substitute accepted place allowing friend go living admetus selfishly tries persuade anyone agree substitute even parents one willing make sacrifice disappointment tragic consequences embitter him leading ultimately disown father mother finally wife alcestis nobly agrees die him unwilling leave children without father play opens moment death alcestis hand unexpected guest door br br alcestis first produced city dionysia festival 438 bce always hard categorize ambiguous tragicomic tone which may cheerfully romantic bitterly ironic has earned label problem play alcestis is possibly excepting rhesus oldest surviving work euripides although time first performance producing plays 17 years expatriate supplemented wikipedia p |
| 9945 |
9882 |
10520 |
John Knox |
A. Taylor Innes |
Biography & Autobiography |
A scholarly and thoughtful biography of the Scottish Reformer. (Jael Baldwin) </p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/john-knox-by-a-taylor-innes/ |
scholarly thoughtful biography scottish reformer jael baldwin p |
| 9946 |
9883 |
10521 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 01. January 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the January Number.<br/> \nIt includes the Introductory by the editor, John Hyde, and the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>Russia in Europe, an annual address by Hon. Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n<li>The Arctic Cruise of the U.S. Revenue Cutter "Bear", by Sheldon Jackson</li>\n<li>The Scope and Value of Arctic Explorations, by Gen. A. W. Greely</li></ul>along with an obituary, geographic literature, executive reports, and North American notes.<br/><br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-january-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly january number br includes introductory editor john hyde following articles br ul li russia europe annual address hon gardiner g hubbard li li the arctic cruise u s revenue cutter bear sheldon jackson li li the scope value arctic explorations gen a w greely li ul along obituary geographic literature executive reports north american notes br br |
| 9947 |
9884 |
10522 |
Romances of Old Japan |
Yei Theodora Ozaki |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of romances from old Japan rendered into English by Yei Theodora Ozaki. Filled with tales of honor, adventure, tragedy, and romance, this collection will surely give anyone interested in Japanese culture and literature (as well as anyone who can appreciate a good story well-told) an insightful and enjoyable experience. (Summary by mlcui) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/romances-of-old-japan-by-yei-theodora-ozaki/ |
collection romances old japan rendered english yei theodora ozaki filled tales honor adventure tragedy romance collection surely give anyone interested japanese culture literature as well anyone appreciate good story well told insightful enjoyable experience summary mlcui |
| 9948 |
9885 |
10523 |
Adventures of Sammy Jay |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
There's nothing that sly troublemaker Sammy Jay likes better than stealing corn - unless it's playing tricks on the other animals in the forest. Yet Chatterer the Red Squirrel would like to keep his corn, thank you very much, and while he's at it prove he is just as smart as Sammy Jay! Thornton Burgess takes us once again into the charming world of the Green Forest and Green Meadows in this delightful story. (Summary by Rachel) </p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sammy-jay-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
there s nothing sly troublemaker sammy jay likes better stealing corn unless playing tricks animals forest yet chatterer red squirrel would like keep corn thank much he s prove smart sammy jay thornton burgess takes us charming world green forest green meadows delightful story summary rachel p |
| 9949 |
9886 |
10524 |
Frau Bovary |
Gustave Flaubert |
Literary Fiction |
Emma Bovary ist unglücklich: sie ist mit einem rechtschaffenen Arzt verheiratet, der sie gut behandelt, jedoch nicht die Erfüllung ihrer Wünsche und Sehnsüchte ermöglichen kann. Um dem für sie banalen, langweiligen Landleben zu entfliehen, lebt sie über ihre Verhältnisse, und begibt sich in ein Netz von Abhängigkeiten. Dadurch wird ihre eheliche Treue auf eine harte Probe gestellt - und sie beginnt, gegen die moralischen Vorstellungen ihrer Zeit, ihre unglückliche Heirat und die Schicksalergebenheit, die man von ihr erwartet, zu rebellieren... - Summary by Boris</p> |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/frau-bovary-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
emma bovary ist unglücklich sie ist mit einem rechtschaffenen arzt verheiratet der sie gut behandelt jedoch nicht die erfüllung ihrer wünsche und sehnsüchte ermöglichen kann um dem für sie banalen langweiligen landleben zu entfliehen lebt sie über ihre verhältnisse und begibt sich ein netz von abhängigkeiten dadurch wird ihre eheliche treue auf eine harte probe gestellt und sie beginnt gegen die moralischen vorstellungen ihrer zeit ihre unglückliche heirat und die schicksalergebenheit die man von ihr erwartet zu rebellieren summary boris p |
| 9950 |
9890 |
10528 |
Camper |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
It is eminently fitting that this daughter of Nature should have been laid to rest in no urban cemetery. According to her own request she was buried in Stanley Park, Vancouver's beautiful heritage of the forest primeval. A simple stone surrounded by rustic palings marks her grave and on this stone is carved the one word "Pauline." There she lies among ferns and wild flowers a short distance from Siwash Rock, the story of which she has recorded in the legends of her race. In time to come a pathway to her grave will be worn by lovers of Canadian poetry who will regard it as one of the most romantic of our literary shrines. (from the Biographical Sketch in Flint and Feather: Collected Verse by E. Pauline Johnson) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-camper-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
eminently fitting daughter nature laid rest urban cemetery according request buried stanley park vancouver s beautiful heritage forest primeval simple stone surrounded rustic palings marks grave stone carved one word pauline lies among ferns wild flowers short distance siwash rock story recorded legends race time come pathway grave worn lovers canadian poetry regard one romantic literary shrines from biographical sketch flint feather collected verse e pauline johnson p |
| 9951 |
9891 |
10529 |
Libro V de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Costumbres de los Tracios. Alejandro se venga de los embajadores Persas enviados a Macedonia. Política de Darío con Histieo, señor de Mileto. Muerte de Hiparco, tirano de Atenas y expulsión de su hermano Hipias: los Lacedemonios tratan de favorecer a este para recobrar el dominio de Atenas, pero se opone el Corintio Sosicles refiriendo el origen de la tiranía en su patria. Ataque e incendio de Sardes por los Griegos. Jura Darío vengarse de ellos. (Summary by Tux)</p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-v-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodotus/ |
costumbres de los tracios alejandro se venga de los embajadores persas enviados macedonia política de darío con histieo señor de mileto muerte de hiparco tirano de atenas expulsión de su hermano hipias los lacedemonios tratan de favorecer este para recobrar el dominio de atenas pero se opone el corintio sosicles refiriendo el origen de la tiranía en su patria ataque e incendio de sardes por los griegos jura darío vengarse de ellos summary tux p |
| 9952 |
9892 |
10530 |
Child's Book Of The Seasons |
Arthur Ransome |
General |
This book is part of the author’s "Nature Books For Children" series (three books), which is probably the best indication of its target audience and subject matter. The book is fun and charming, even for adults. Arthur Michell Ransome was an English author and journalist who had a reputation as one of the best English writers of children's books. “When we think of sowing seeds we think of Spring with the new corn green on the red ground, and when we think of Spring we think of Summer, when it is tall and wavy in the wind, and when we think of Summer we think of Autumn when the corn is golden and cut, and then, why, then we come to Winter again.” - Author's quote and david wales</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-book-of-the-seasons-by-arthur-ransome/ |
book part author s nature books children series three books probably best indication target audience subject matter book fun charming even adults arthur michell ransome english author journalist reputation one best english writers children s books when think sowing seeds think spring new corn green red ground think spring think summer tall wavy wind think summer think autumn corn golden cut then why come winter again author s quote david wales p |
| 9953 |
9893 |
10531 |
Pond And Stream |
Arthur Ransome |
General |
This book is part of the author’s "Nature Books For Children" series (three books), which is probably the best indication of its target audience and subject matter. The book is fun and charming, even for adults. Arthur Michell Ransome was an English author and journalist who had a reputation as one of the best English writers of children's books. “This is a book about the things that are jolly and wet: streams, and ponds, and ditches, and all the things that swim and wriggle in them. I wonder if you like them as much as they are liked by the Imp and the Elf? You know all about the Imp and the Elf, do you not? Those two small jolly children, who live in a little grey house in a green garden, and know the country and all the things in it, almost as well as they know each other? The Imp and the Elf love everything that is wet. They paddle in the streams, and build dams, and make waterfalls, and harbours, and sail boats, and do all the other things that every sensible person wants to do.” - Author's description and david wales</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/pond-and-stream-by-arthur-ransome/ |
book part author s nature books children series three books probably best indication target audience subject matter book fun charming even adults arthur michell ransome english author journalist reputation one best english writers children s books this book things jolly wet streams ponds ditches things swim wriggle them wonder like much liked imp elf know imp elf not two small jolly children live little grey house green garden know country things it almost well know other imp elf love everything wet paddle streams build dams make waterfalls harbours sail boats things every sensible person wants do author s description david wales p |
| 9954 |
9894 |
10532 |
Child's Book of the Garden: The Things in Our Garden |
Arthur Ransome |
General |
This book is part of the author’s "Nature Books For Children" series (three books), which is probably the best indication of its target audience and subject matter. The book is fun and charming, even for adults. Arthur Michell Ransome was an English author and journalist who had a reputation as one of the best English writers of children's books. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-book-of-the-garden-the-things-in-our-garden-by-arthur-ransome/ |
book part author s nature books children series three books probably best indication target audience subject matter book fun charming even adults arthur michell ransome english author journalist reputation one best english writers children s books summary david wales p |
| 9955 |
9895 |
10533 |
1916: First Chapters Collection |
Various |
Published 1900 onward |
These are first chapters to books first published in 1916. Readers, following is a tentative list culled from Wikipedia's article on the year in Literature; most of the works are to be found on Project Gutenberg. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/1916-first-chapters-collection-by-various/ |
first chapters books first published 1916 readers following tentative list culled wikipedia s article year literature works found project gutenberg summary matt pierard |
| 9956 |
9896 |
10534 |
Three Taverns: A Book of Poems |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson. This volume contains, among other poems, the famous poems The Valley of the Shadow and Lazarus. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-taverns-a-book-of-poems-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
volume poems edwin arlington robinson volume contains among poems famous poems valley shadow lazarus summary carolin p |
| 9957 |
9897 |
10535 |
Astounding Stories 18, June 1931 |
Arthur J. Burks |
Science Fiction |
This issue contains<br>\nThe Man from 2072 by Sewell Peaslee Wright ~ Out of the Flow of Time there appears to Commander John Hanson a Man of Mystery from a Forgotten Past<br>\nManape the Mighty by Arthur J. Burks~ High in theJungle Swings young Bentley - his human brain imprisoned in a mighty Ape<br>\nHolocaust by Charles Willard Diffin ~ The Extraordinasy Story of "Paul", Who for Forty Days was Dictator of the World<br>\nThe Earthman's Burden by R.F. Starzl ~ There is Foul Play on Mercury - until Danny Olear of the Interplanetary Fying Police Gets After his Man<br>\nThe Exile of Time by Ray Cummins ~ Larry and George from 1935, Mary from 1777 - All are caught up inthe Treacherous Tugh's Revolt of the Robots in the time World of 2930 (Part 3 of a 4 Part Novel )<br>\nListening to Ants - a science fact<br>\nThe Reader's Corner<br> |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astoundingstories18-by-various/ |
issue contains br man 2072 sewell peaslee wright flow time appears commander john hanson man mystery forgotten past br manape mighty arthur j burks high thejungle swings young bentley human brain imprisoned mighty ape br holocaust charles willard diffin extraordinasy story paul forty days dictator world br earthman s burden r f starzl foul play mercury danny olear interplanetary fying police gets man br exile time ray cummins larry george 1935 mary 1777 caught inthe treacherous tugh s revolt robots time world 2930 part 3 4 part novel br listening ants science fact br reader s corner br |
| 9958 |
9898 |
10536 |
Red Flower: Poems Written in War Time |
Henry van Dyke |
Poetry |
These are verses that came to me in this dreadful war time amid the cares and labors of a heavy task.<br></br>\n\nTwo of the poems, "A Scrap of Paper" and "Stand Fast," were written in 1914 and bore the signature Civis Americanus—the use of my own name at the time being impossible. Two others, "Lights Out" and "Remarks about Kings," were read for me by Robert Underwood Johnson at the meeting of the American Academy in Boston, November, 1915, at which I was unable to be present.<br></br>\n\nThe rest of the verses were printed after I had resigned my diplomatic post and was free to say what I thought and felt, without reserve.<br></br>\n\nThe "Interludes in Holland" are thoughts of the peaceful things that will abide for all the world after we have won this war against war.<br></br>\n\nSYLVANORA, October 1, 1917. - Summary by Henry Van Dyke</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-flower-poems-written-in-war-time-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
verses came dreadful war time amid cares labors heavy task br br two poems a scrap paper stand fast written 1914 bore signature civis americanus the use name time impossible two others lights out remarks kings read robert underwood johnson meeting american academy boston november 1915 unable present br br rest verses printed resigned diplomatic post free say thought felt without reserve br br interludes holland thoughts peaceful things abide world war war br br sylvanora october 1 1917 summary henry van dyke p |
| 9959 |
9899 |
10537 |
Mother West Wind 'Where' Stories |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
The continuing adventures of Peter Cottontail and his friends. - Summary by Jude Somers</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-wind-where-stories-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
continuing adventures peter cottontail friends summary jude somers p |
| 9960 |
9900 |
10538 |
Poems of Jonathan Swift, Volume Two |
Jonathan Swift |
Single author |
<br />\nHe lived simply, loved his walks and craved the company of fellow poetical wits as they craved his company in return. With his pal Dr. Sheridan, for one, Jonathan Swift delighted in the 18th century equivalent of a rap off – going back and forth in dueling verse repartee. This second volume is a cornucopia of biting, iconoclastic humor and earnest criticism of injustice. Poems herein concerning Wood’s Halfpence are the companion to his famous Drapier’s Letters and trumpet his achievement in stirring up sufficient outcry to spare Ireland from damaging monetary debasement. He knew what real money was: “For in all the leases that ever we hold We must pay our rent in good silver and gold, And not in brass tokens of such a base mould.” And he didn’t think much of monetary debasement’s evil twin, fractional reserve banking, either: “We want our money on the nail The Banker’s ruin’d if he pays”. There’s a healthy smattering here of bums and urination references too – just so you know these are genuine Swift poems -- and all manner of other topics too. In Death and Daphne, written for a favorite grisette, we learn of Death’s sagging libido due to the skinniness of his human bride. And the last poem excoriating Sheridan for comparing base women to noble clouds is a heavenly coup de grâce for any challenger who would dare to top his politically incorrect and thunderous wit:\n<br />Some critic may object, perhaps,\n<br />That clouds are blamed for giving claps;\n<br />But what, alas! are claps ethereal,\n<br />Compared for mischief to venereal?<br /> - Summary by Arthur Krolman<p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-jonathan-swift-volume-two-by-jonathan-swift/ |
br lived simply loved walks craved company fellow poetical wits craved company return pal dr sheridan one jonathan swift delighted 18th century equivalent rap going back forth dueling verse repartee second volume cornucopia biting iconoclastic humor earnest criticism injustice poems herein concerning wood s halfpence companion famous drapier s letters trumpet achievement stirring sufficient outcry spare ireland damaging monetary debasement knew real money was for leases ever hold must pay rent good silver gold brass tokens base mould didn t think much monetary debasement s evil twin fractional reserve banking either we want money nail banker s ruin d pays there s healthy smattering bums urination references know genuine swift poems manner topics too death daphne written favorite grisette learn death s sagging libido due skinniness human bride last poem excoriating sheridan comparing base women noble clouds heavenly coup de grâce challenger would dare top politically incorrect thunderous wit br some critic may object perhaps br that clouds blamed giving claps br but what alas claps ethereal br compared mischief venereal br summary arthur krolman p |
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9901 |
10539 |
His Last Bow (version 3) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
His Last Bow: Some Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of previously published Sherlock Holmes stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, including the titular short story, "His Last Bow. The War Service of Sherlock Holmes" (1917). The collection's first US edition adjusts the anthology's subtitle to Some Later Reminiscences of Sherlock Holmes. All editions contain a brief preface, by "John H. Watson, M.D.", that assures readers that as of the date of publication (1917), Holmes is long retired from his profession of detective but is still alive and well, albeit suffering from a touch of rheumatism. - Summary by David Clarke</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/his-last-bow-version-3-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
last bow reminiscences sherlock holmes collection previously published sherlock holmes stories arthur conan doyle including titular short story his last bow war service sherlock holmes 1917 collection s first us edition adjusts anthology s subtitle later reminiscences sherlock holmes editions contain brief preface john h watson m d assures readers date publication 1917 holmes long retired profession detective still alive well albeit suffering touch rheumatism summary david clarke p |
| 9962 |
9902 |
10540 |
Mind And Its Education |
George Herbert Betts |
Education, Psychology |
"We are to study the mind and its education; but how? It is easy to understand how we may investigate the great world of material things about us; for we can see it, touch it, weigh it, or measure it. But how are we to discover the nature of the mind, or come to know the processes by which consciousness works? For mind is intangible; we cannot see it, feel it, taste it, or handle it. Mind belongs not to the realm of matter which is known to the senses, but to the realm of <i>spirit</i>, which the senses can never grasp. And yet the mind can be known and studied as truly and as scientifically as can the world of matter." This book of over a hundred years is full of useful and practical information. The author's elegant use of referencing poetry and literature in forming mental images as a way of educating our creative minds makes for a most pleasurable read. - Summary by Mike Justice and from the text |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-mind-and-its-education-by-george-herbert-betts/ |
we study mind education how easy understand may investigate great world material things us see it touch it weigh it measure it discover nature mind come know processes consciousness works mind intangible cannot see it feel it taste it handle it mind belongs realm matter known senses realm i spirit i senses never grasp yet mind known studied truly scientifically world matter book hundred years full useful practical information author s elegant use referencing poetry literature forming mental images way educating creative minds makes pleasurable read summary mike justice text |
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9903 |
10541 |
pazos de Ulloa |
Emilia Pardo Bazán |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Los pazos de Ulloa es una novela de Emilia Pardo Bazán (1851-1921) publicada por primera vez en 1886. Se trata, dentro del realismo literario español, de la novela que mejor ejemplifica la corriente naturalista, al reflejar la aceptación de las teorías positivistas aplicadas a la literatura por el escritor francés y padre del naturalismo Émile Zola. (Summary from Wikipedia) Nota: En el texto del Proyecto Gutenberg no existe el capítulo VI (sexto) como tal, ya que se encuentra incluido en el capítulo V (quinto), por lo que el lector lee dicho capítulo, VI (sexto) de La Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes. <a href="http://www.cervantesvirtual.com/obra-visor-din/los-pazos-de-ulloa--0/html/fedba772-82b1-11df-acc7-002185ce6064_2.html#I_8_" target="_blank">Texto aquí.</a><br><br> |
Spanish |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/los-pazos-de-ulloa-by-emilia-pardo-bazan/ |
los pazos de ulloa es una novela de emilia pardo bazán 1851 1921 publicada por primera vez en 1886 se trata dentro del realismo literario español de la novela que mejor ejemplifica la corriente naturalista al reflejar la aceptación de las teorías positivistas aplicadas la literatura por el escritor francés padre del naturalismo émile zola summary wikipedia nota en el texto del proyecto gutenberg existe el capítulo vi sexto como tal ya que se encuentra incluido en el capítulo v quinto por lo que el lector lee dicho capítulo vi sexto de la biblioteca virtual miguel de cervantes a href http www cervantesvirtual com obra visor din los pazos de ulloa 0 html fedba772 82b1 11df acc7 002185ce6064_2 html i_8_ target _blank texto aquí a br br |
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9904 |
10542 |
Young Folks' History of Germany |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
General |
An entertaining history for "young folks", covering the history of Germany from the ancient tribes of pre-Roman times to Wilhelm I (1870-1877). - Summary by Kara |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-history-germany-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
entertaining history young folks covering history germany ancient tribes pre roman times wilhelm 1870 1877 summary kara |
| 9965 |
9905 |
10543 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 02. February 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the February Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>Venezuela: Her Government, People, and Boundary, by William E. Curtis</li>\n<li>The Panama Canal Route, by Robert T. Hill</li>\n<li>The Tehuantepec Ship Railway, by Elmer L. Corthell</li>\n<li>The Present State of the Nicaragua Canal, by Gen. A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>Explorations by the Bureau of American Ethnology in 1895, by W. J. McGee</li>\n<li>The Valley of the Orinoco, by T. H. Gignilliat</li>\n<li>Yucatan in 1895</li></ul>\nalong with geographic literature and notes.<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-02-february-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly february number br includes following articles br ul li venezuela government people boundary william e curtis li li the panama canal route robert t hill li li the tehuantepec ship railway elmer l corthell li li the present state nicaragua canal gen a w greely li li explorations bureau american ethnology 1895 w j mcgee li li the valley orinoco t h gignilliat li li yucatan 1895 li ul along geographic literature notes br |
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9906 |
10544 |
Rover Boys on the Great Lakes |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The continuing saga of those rambunctious Rover Boys, brothers Dick, Tom, and Sam, takes them to the Great Lakes region of the northern U.S.. Expect the usual adventure and ultimately heroic encounters with bad apples, like arch-enemies the Baxter clan and simpering Josiah Crabtree. - Summary by Matt Pierard</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-on-the-great-lakes-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
continuing saga rambunctious rover boys brothers dick tom sam takes great lakes region northern u s expect usual adventure ultimately heroic encounters bad apples like arch enemies baxter clan simpering josiah crabtree summary matt pierard p |
| 9967 |
9907 |
10545 |
Bible (Fillion) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Livre de Tobie |
Fillion Bible |
Bibles |
C'est l'histoire des deux Tobie et des merveilleuses bontés du Seigneur à leur égard. Le père, si saint, si éprouvé, si patient, si récompensé ; le fils, bien saint aussi, qui sert d'instrument à Dieu pour faire cesser les malheurs soit de son père, soit de sa cousine Sara, et qui est lui-même étonnamment béni. Tout se résume en ces quelques mots. [...] La fin principale du livre est évidemment de démontrer que Dieu met parfois les justes dans le creuset de l'épreuve, mais qu'il transforme ensuite leurs maux en toute sorte d'avantages, même temporels, quand ils ont fait preuve de constance et de fidélité. [...] La canonicité du livre de Tobie a été définie successivement par les conciles de Trente et du Vatican, et elle s'appuie sur une tradition irrécusable. R.P. Louis-Claude Fillion (Extraits tirés de l'introduction du traducteur)</p> |
French |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/biblefillion-livredetobie-louis-claude-fillion/ |
c est l histoire des deux tobie et des merveilleuses bontés du seigneur à leur égard le père si saint si éprouvé si patient si récompensé le fils bien saint aussi qui sert d instrument à dieu pour faire cesser les malheurs soit de son père soit de sa cousine sara et qui est lui même étonnamment béni tout se résume en ces quelques mots la fin principale du livre est évidemment de démontrer que dieu met parfois les justes dans le creuset de l épreuve mais qu il transforme ensuite leurs maux en toute sorte d avantages même temporels quand ils ont fait preuve de constance et de fidélité la canonicité du livre de tobie été définie successivement par les conciles de trente et du vatican et elle s appuie sur une tradition irrécusable r p louis claude fillion extraits tirés de l introduction du traducteur p |
| 9968 |
9908 |
10546 |
Twinkle and Chubbins; Their Astonishing Adventures in Nature-Fairyland |
L. Frank Baum |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General |
<br />\nTwinkle is a little girl who often finds herself caught up in fantastic adventures. Whether it be being put on trial by angry woodchucks, raising a hateful baby crow, visiting a town full of talking prairie dogs, finding magical turtles, meeting strange creatures, or stumbling upon a country of sugar people, she never knows what she'll encounter next! \n<br /><br />\n First published as a series of six short chapter books in 1905 under the pen name Laura Bancroft, Frank L. Baum's <i>The Twinkle Tales</i> were collected into one collection titled <i>Twinkle and Chubbins; Their Astonishing Adventures in Nature-Fairyland</i> in 1911. The title is a misnomer, as Chubbins (Twinkle's friend) appears in only two stories and few are set in "Nature-Fairyland." <i>Policeman Bluejay</i>, the sequel to these stories, was published in 1907. - Summary by Mary Kay and Wikipedia<p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/twinkle-and-chubbins-their-astonishing-adventures-in-nature-fairyland-by-l-frank-baum/ |
br twinkle little girl often finds caught fantastic adventures whether put trial angry woodchucks raising hateful baby crow visiting town full talking prairie dogs finding magical turtles meeting strange creatures stumbling upon country sugar people never knows she ll encounter next br br first published series six short chapter books 1905 pen name laura bancroft frank l baum s i the twinkle tales i collected one collection titled i twinkle chubbins astonishing adventures nature fairyland i 1911 title misnomer chubbins twinkle s friend appears two stories set nature fairyland i policeman bluejay i sequel stories published 1907 summary mary kay wikipedia p |
| 9969 |
9909 |
10547 |
Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights) Volume 08 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the eighth of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-8-by-anonymous/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes eighth sixteen volumes translated burton |
| 9970 |
9910 |
10548 |
Dusty Diamonds Cut and Polished |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure, Historical |
A runaway carriage, a spunky little girl, and a street urchin combine on the first page of <u>Dusty Diamonds Cut and Polished: a Tale of City Arab Life</u> in a hilarious combination that you won't want to leave. This story shows first hand what 'city arabs' have to face day by day and the impact Christians can make. - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/dusty-diamonds-cut-and-polished-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
runaway carriage spunky little girl street urchin combine first page u dusty diamonds cut polished tale city arab life u hilarious combination want leave story shows first hand city arabs face day day impact christians make summary adele de pignerolles |
| 9971 |
9911 |
10549 |
Laws (version 2) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Antiquity |
Laws (Greek: Νόμοι) is Plato's last and longest dialogue. It is generally agreed that Plato wrote this dialogue as an older man, having failed in his effort in Syracuse on the island of Sicily to guide a tyrant's rule, instead having been thrown in prison. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/laws-by-plato-version-2/ |
laws greek νόμοι plato s last longest dialogue generally agreed plato wrote dialogue older man failed effort syracuse island sicily guide tyrant s rule instead thrown prison summary wikipedia |
| 9972 |
9912 |
10550 |
Three Lives |
Gertrude Stein |
Published 1900 onward |
<br /><em>Three Lives</em> tells the stories of three women from the same fictitious town of Bridgeport. The first story is of Anna, a servant to the wealthy, or those who seem to be wealthy. She finds herself taking on "projects" in an effort to better the people around her. Story number two is of Melanctha, a mixed-race character who is looking for ways to increase her knowledge and power over others, but mostly finds herself dealing with rejection and betrayal. The final story is of Lena, a German immigrant who leads a rather ordinary life as a married woman. - Summary by KHand<br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/three-lives-by-gertrude-stein/ |
br em three lives em tells stories three women fictitious town bridgeport first story anna servant wealthy seem wealthy finds taking projects effort better people around her story number two melanctha mixed race character looking ways increase knowledge power others mostly finds dealing rejection betrayal final story lena german immigrant leads rather ordinary life married woman summary khand br br |
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9913 |
10551 |
de Bercy Affair |
Louis Tracy |
Published 1900 onward |
A beautiful French actress with concealed origins and a clandestine involvement with a group of anarchists is brutally murdered in London. Circumstances lead Scotland Yard to several suspects, including her wealthy American fiancé, a couple of the anarchists, and even a respected “Yard” detective. The search for the killer sets off an absorbing mystery with an interesting cast of characters and plot twists. Gordon Holmes is a pen-name of Louis Tracy (1863-1928), a British journalist and prolific writer of fiction.\n(Lee Smalley)</p>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-de-bercy-affair-by-louis-tracy/ |
beautiful french actress concealed origins clandestine involvement group anarchists brutally murdered london circumstances lead scotland yard several suspects including wealthy american fiancé couple anarchists even respected yard detective search killer sets absorbing mystery interesting cast characters plot twists gordon holmes pen name louis tracy 1863 1928 british journalist prolific writer fiction lee smalley p |
| 9974 |
9914 |
10552 |
Hira-Singh's Farewell to Burmah |
Laurence Hope |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Adela Florence Nicolson was an English poet who wrote under the pseudonym Laurence Hope.\nShe was born in England and joined her father in 1881, who was employed in the British Army at Lahore (The traditional capital of Punjab for a millennium, Lahore was the cultural centre of the northern Indian subcontinent which extends from the eastern banks of the Indus River to New Delhi.)\nHer father was editor of the Lahore arm of The Civil and Military Gazette, and it was he who in all probability gave Rudyard Kipling (a contemporary of his daughter) his first employment as a journalist. Her sisters Annie Sophie Cory and Isabel Cory also pursued writing careers: Annie wrote popular, racy novels under the pseudonym "Victoria Cross," while Isabel assisted and then succeeded their father as editor of the Sind Gazette. ( Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hira-singhs-farewell-to-burmah-by-laurence-hope/ |
adela florence nicolson english poet wrote pseudonym laurence hope born england joined father 1881 employed british army lahore the traditional capital punjab millennium lahore cultural centre northern indian subcontinent extends eastern banks indus river new delhi father editor lahore arm civil military gazette probability gave rudyard kipling a contemporary daughter first employment journalist sisters annie sophie cory isabel cory also pursued writing careers annie wrote popular racy novels pseudonym victoria cross isabel assisted succeeded father editor sind gazette wikipedia p |
| 9975 |
9915 |
10553 |
Deep-Sworn Vow |
William Butler Yeats |
Poetry |
This is the weekly poem for the week of 10.01.2016. Have fun. - Summary by Stav Nisser. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-deep-sworn-vow-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
weekly poem week 10 01 2016 fun summary stav nisser p |
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11124 |
11785 |
Mystery |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the Fireside Poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. Whittier is remembered particularly for his anti-slavery writings as well as his book Snow-Bound. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/a-mystery-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
john greenleaf whittier american quaker poet advocate abolition slavery united states frequently listed one fireside poets influenced scottish poet robert burns whittier remembered particularly anti slavery writings well book snow bound summary wikipedia |
| 9977 |
9916 |
10554 |
Patience Worth |
Casper S. Yost |
Biography & Autobiography |
Patience Worth is an examination of the communications between a seventeenth century woman and a certain Mrs. Curran of St. Louis, in 1913. Contact with the spirit world or parlor trick? If the latter, it was well done: the quick-witted repartee appeared unrehearsed, the language was authentic, the references to English nature and life accurate, although Mrs. Curran had never visited England. Mrs. Curran, herself, was a smart, quick-witted socialite of good repute, unlikely to have been a fraudster. She did not 'perform' publicly, only in front of friends and invited guests, and never for money. She was a musician by training, not a writer or poet, yet many of the communications took the form of blank verse and were of a poetical nature. Since its publication, the phenomenon has been much studied and general view is that Patience Worth was the invention of Pearl Curran's imagination. In this volume, we are presented with the evidence and left to decide for ourselves. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/patience-worth-by-casper-s-yost/ |
patience worth examination communications seventeenth century woman certain mrs curran st louis 1913 contact spirit world parlor trick latter well done quick witted repartee appeared unrehearsed language authentic references english nature life accurate although mrs curran never visited england mrs curran herself smart quick witted socialite good repute unlikely fraudster perform publicly front friends invited guests never money musician training writer poet yet many communications took form blank verse poetical nature since publication phenomenon much studied general view patience worth invention pearl curran s imagination volume presented evidence left decide ourselves summary lynne thompson p |
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9917 |
10555 |
Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
Memoirs |
An review essay of "Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay". The Edinburgh Review, January, 1843. Reprinted in vol. iii of Macaulay's Critical and Historical Essays. "Hundreds of remarkable persons had passed in review before her....The account which she has given of the King's [George III] illness contains much excellent narrative and description, and will, we think, be as much valued by the historians of a future age as any equal portion of Pepys's or Evelyn's Diaries..." Her novels were "the precursors" of those of Jane Austen. - Summary by barbara2</p> |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/diary-and-letters-of-madame-darblay-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
review essay diary letters madame d arblay edinburgh review january 1843 reprinted vol iii macaulay s critical historical essays hundreds remarkable persons passed review her the account given king s george iii illness contains much excellent narrative description will think much valued historians future age equal portion pepys s evelyn s diaries novels the precursors jane austen summary barbara2 p |
| 9979 |
9918 |
10556 |
Short Poetry Collection 156 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 29 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2016. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-156-by-various/ |
collection 29 poems read librivox volunteers may 2016 p |
| 9980 |
9919 |
10557 |
Wet Magic (version 2) |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Are mermaids real? Well of course they are! Just ask the four very English children who, when on vacation by the sea, find out about one being held in a circus and, since 'they die in captivity' decide on a daring midnight rescue. Is she a real mermaid? Well, help read this book and find out. Oh, and they fight sea monsters, engage in underwater battle and lots of other exciting and magical stuff. They are all mostly brave and helpful. If you like magic and water and peril and heroism, and the writing of E. Nesbit, this is the book for you. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/wet-magic-version-2-by-e-nesbit/ |
mermaids real well course are ask four english children who vacation sea find one held circus and since they die captivity decide daring midnight rescue real mermaid well help read book find out oh fight sea monsters engage underwater battle lots exciting magical stuff mostly brave helpful like magic water peril heroism writing e nesbit book you p |
| 9981 |
9920 |
10558 |
Figures of Several Centuries |
Arthur Symons |
Essays & Short Works, Modern (19th C) |
Arthur Symons talks through the histories and works of poets, playwrights, scholars and scribes. He provides both personal experience and critical wonder to the worlds of his subjects; Donne, Ibsen, Baudelaire and Emily Brontë among them. Summary by Josh Kirsh. |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/figures-of-several-centuries-by-arthur-symons/ |
arthur symons talks histories works poets playwrights scholars scribes provides personal experience critical wonder worlds subjects donne ibsen baudelaire emily brontë among them summary josh kirsh |
| 9982 |
9921 |
10559 |
Last Essays of Elia |
Charles Lamb |
Essays & Short Works |
Discursive ramblings of a generous mind, no-one would know from Lamb's conversational button-holing of you and telling you whatever is on his mind that his sister had killed their mother and he had spent his life looking after her; had collaborated with her, in fact, on their Tales From Shakespeare. This world was made by God, he once remarked, but He has left it for humanity to bustle about in. These are Lamb's reflections on said bustlings. He once said of his close friend Coleridge that the man was hungry for eternity; but Lamb was hungry for humanity. He satisfies this hunger admirably in these Last Essays. - Summary by Tony Addison</p> |
English |
1833 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-essays-of-elia-by-charles-lamb/ |
discursive ramblings generous mind no one would know lamb s conversational button holing telling whatever mind sister killed mother spent life looking her collaborated her fact tales shakespeare world made god remarked left humanity bustle in lamb s reflections said bustlings said close friend coleridge man hungry eternity lamb hungry humanity satisfies hunger admirably last essays summary tony addison p |
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9933 |
10571 |
Historia de la Sagrada Pasión sacada de los cuatro evangelios, Parte II |
Padre Luis de la Palma |
Christianity - Biographies |
Luis de la Palma (Toledo 1560 - Madrid 1641) fue un jesuita español y uno de los grandes maestros espirituales del Siglo de oro a la altura de S. Ignacio de Loyola, S. Juan de Ávila, Fray Luis de Granada, S. Juan de la Cruz y Santa Teresa de Jesús. Fue provincial de Toledo y predicador en el Colegio Imperial de Madrid, donde escribió la Historia de la Sagrada Pasión, publicada por indicación del prepósito general de la Compañía en 1624. Esta obra, no superada en su género, se basa en las narraciones evangélicas y tiene forma de meditaciones. Al poco tiempo de su publicación fue traducida a diferentes idiomas. Su censor, Cristóbal de Zamora, afirmó sobre él: «Si como compuso sola la Pasión de Cristo, hubiere compuesto toda su vida, nos quitara el trabajo de estudiar en otros libros, porque el suyo sólo bastaría para tener la noticia entera y puntual de todo lo que Cristo obró y dijo, con tanta propiedad y tan elegante estilo que ninguno le hace ventaja y él la hace a muchos de los más aplaudidos que han escrito». (Summary by Tux) </p> |
Spanish |
1624 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-la-sagrada-pasion-parte-2-by-padre-luis-de-la-palma/ |
luis de la palma toledo 1560 madrid 1641 fue un jesuita español uno de los grandes maestros espirituales del siglo de oro la altura de s ignacio de loyola s juan de ávila fray luis de granada s juan de la cruz santa teresa de jesús fue provincial de toledo predicador en el colegio imperial de madrid donde escribió la historia de la sagrada pasión publicada por indicación del prepósito general de la compañía en 1624 esta obra superada en su género se basa en las narraciones evangélicas tiene forma de meditaciones al poco tiempo de su publicación fue traducida diferentes idiomas su censor cristóbal de zamora afirmó sobre él si como compuso sola la pasión de cristo hubiere compuesto toda su vida nos quitara el trabajo de estudiar en otros libros porque el suyo sólo bastaría para tener la noticia entera puntual de todo lo que cristo obró dijo con tanta propiedad tan elegante estilo que ninguno le hace ventaja él la hace muchos de los más aplaudidos que han escrito summary tux p |
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9922 |
10560 |
Princess of Bagdad |
Alexandre Dumas, fils |
Plays |
Is it really a woman of your superiority who speaks of the proprieties of society? Are not women like you above all that? Was I to come delicately and hypocritically to offer your husband the sum he stood in need of? That is a course that would have been unworthy of him, of me, and of you. No, you know it well, the proprieties and dignity are nothing any longer, when passion or necessity predominates. Did your grandmother respect the dignity of her daughter when she gave her up to a prince? - Summary by From the Play\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nJohn de Hun: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nNourvady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nGodler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nRichard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nTrevele and Commissary of Police: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLionnette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nJane and Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9872">Newgatenovelist</a><br>\nFootman and Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10436">jmoon110</a><br>\nRaoul de Hun, Age 6, and Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<BR><BR>\n |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-of-bagdad-by-alexandre-dumas-fils/ |
really woman superiority speaks proprieties society women like that come delicately hypocritically offer husband sum stood need of course would unworthy him me you no know well proprieties dignity nothing longer passion necessity predominates grandmother respect dignity daughter gave prince summary play br br cast list br john de hun a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br nourvady a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br godler a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br richard a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br trevele commissary police a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lionnette a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br jane servant a href https librivox org reader 9872 newgatenovelist a br footman servant a href https librivox org reader 10436 jmoon110 a br raoul de hun age 6 stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
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9923 |
10561 |
Greybeards at Play |
G. K. Chesterton |
Poetry |
G.K. Chesterton's first publication, "Greybeards at Play" is a collection of poetry and accompanying illustrations. The work is marked by the irreverent whimsy and ancient delight that would eventually be recognized as Chesterton's signature style. Short (only four poems long and a dedication), playful, and with a touch of awe, Chesterton's first piece (written at 26) is appropriately titled: it is the work of an amateur, mature in his spirit, young in his play. - (Summary by 5pak)</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/greybeards-at-play-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
g k chesterton s first publication greybeards play collection poetry accompanying illustrations work marked irreverent whimsy ancient delight would eventually recognized chesterton s signature style short only four poems long dedication playful touch awe chesterton s first piece written 26 appropriately titled work amateur mature spirit young play summary 5pak p |
| 9986 |
9924 |
10562 |
Leavenworth Case (Version 2) |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
The Leavenworth Case is a gripping detective novel set in New York, and is one of the first detective fiction novels to be written by a female. Indeed, it was the first novel by Anna Katharine Green who came to be known as 'the mother of the detective novel', and 'The Leavenworth Case' was cited by Agatha Christie as an influence on her own fiction. The story plot twists and turns leaving the reader uncertain as to the identity of the murderer until the very end. This is one of the best detective stories you will ever hear.</p>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-leavenworth-case-version-2-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
leavenworth case gripping detective novel set new york one first detective fiction novels written female indeed first novel anna katharine green came known the mother detective novel the leavenworth case cited agatha christie influence fiction story plot twists turns leaving reader uncertain identity murderer end one best detective stories ever hear p |
| 9987 |
9925 |
10563 |
Life of Harriet Beecher Stowe, Compiled from her Letters and Journals |
Charles Edward Stowe |
Biography & Autobiography |
Harriet Beecher Stowe (June 14, 1811 – July 1, 1896), of Cincinnati, was the most famous female American author of her age, and is said to have touched off the American Civil War with her novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin (1852), awakening the whole world to the harsh conditions of slavery. She wrote 30 other successful books depicting life in early America, plus collections of well written articles and travellogues, poems, hymns, and speeches on social issues. Harriet's father and all 7 of her brothers were ministers, her 5 sisters teachers and/or social activists, a whole family concerned with improving society. Her father was the outspoken Calvinist preacher Lyman Beecher, a Calvinist minister who became one of the best-known evangelists of his age. Her younger brother, Rev. Henry Ward Beecher, was one of the most famous orators of his day and with Harriet, was very active in the Underground Railroad, for which both were savagely attacked by the slave holding aristocracy. After the War, Harriet and her husband Calvin Stowe, a theology professor, and Henry all moved to north-east Florida to establish schools and churches to help educate the free negros who had fled there.\nIn this book we see, through colorful letters written to family, friends, and other famous personages throughout her life, a very intimate portrait of a brilliantly emotional girl's inner life, a wife and mother's struggle raising 7 children at near poverty, her rise to fame and fortune, her and family's travels through Europe where they were feted by royalty, her depiction of the devastating sadness at losing 3 of her children early in their lives, her tortuous musings as to why God allows suffering, slavery and injustice, and her eventual reconciliation with God's grace and her ultimate devotion to Christ. - Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist. |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-harriet-beecher-stowe-compiled-from-her-letters-and-journals-by-charles-edward-stowe/ |
harriet beecher stowe june 14 1811 july 1 1896 cincinnati famous female american author age said touched american civil war novel uncle tom s cabin 1852 awakening whole world harsh conditions slavery wrote 30 successful books depicting life early america plus collections well written articles travellogues poems hymns speeches social issues harriet s father 7 brothers ministers 5 sisters teachers and or social activists whole family concerned improving society father outspoken calvinist preacher lyman beecher calvinist minister became one best known evangelists age younger brother rev henry ward beecher one famous orators day harriet active underground railroad savagely attacked slave holding aristocracy war harriet husband calvin stowe theology professor henry moved north east florida establish schools churches help educate free negros fled there book see colorful letters written family friends famous personages throughout life intimate portrait brilliantly emotional girl s inner life wife mother s struggle raising 7 children near poverty rise fame fortune family s travels europe feted royalty depiction devastating sadness losing 3 children early lives tortuous musings god allows suffering slavery injustice eventual reconciliation god s grace ultimate devotion christ summary michele fry soloist |
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9926 |
10564 |
Clue of the Silken Ladder |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
In THE CLUE OF THE SILKEN LADDER, Penny investigates multiple mysteries. What is the purpose of the singular silken ladder made by the secretive and somewhat sinister old Japanese curio shop owner? How can the "Riverview Star" obtain evidence that a popular troup of spiritualists really are heartless con artists? Last, who is perpetrating the gravity-defying burglaries that have rocked the town ? Meanwhile, the Parker housekeeper, Mrs. Weems, has come into an inheritance and plans to leave Riverview, much to the Parkers' dismay. Can Penny change her mind? PENNY PARKER is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." - Summary by Cheryl Adam</p> |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/the-clue-of-the-silken-ladder-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
clue silken ladder penny investigates multiple mysteries purpose singular silken ladder made secretive somewhat sinister old japanese curio shop owner riverview star obtain evidence popular troup spiritualists really heartless con artists last perpetrating gravity defying burglaries rocked town meanwhile parker housekeeper mrs weems come inheritance plans leave riverview much parkers dismay penny change mind penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is summary cheryl adam p |
| 9989 |
9927 |
10565 |
Leven van Maurits Lijnslager deel 1 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Historical Fiction |
Een roman over dé ideale 'Nederlandse man' uit de 17de eeuw. Het boek is geschreven in de 19de eeuw als 'verzet' tegen de Franse overheersing. Ook voor de 21ste eeuw is het boek nog actueel, al zouden we dan 'Nederlandse man' beter kunnen vervangen door de term 'Wereldburger (m/v)'. In dit eerste deel wordt de jeugd van Maurits Lijnslager besproken en met name zijn liefde voor Maria van Vliet en zijn reis naar Italië. (Marcel Coenders) |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-maurits-lijnslager-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een roman dé ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw het boek geschreven de 19de eeuw als verzet tegen de franse overheersing ook voor de 21ste eeuw het boek nog actueel al zouden dan nederlandse man beter kunnen vervangen door de term wereldburger m v dit eerste deel wordt de jeugd van maurits lijnslager besproken en met name zijn liefde voor maria van vliet en zijn reis naar italië marcel coenders |
| 9990 |
9928 |
10566 |
Medea (Way Translation) |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Medea is an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides, based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BCE. The plot centers on the actions of Medea, a barbarian and the wife of Jason; she finds her position in the Greek world threatened as Jason leaves her for a Greek princess of Corinth. Medea takes vengeance on Jason by killing Jason's new wife as well as her own children with him, after which she escapes to Athens to start a new life. Considered shocking to the playwright's contemporaries, Medea and the suite of plays that it accompanied in the City Dionysia festival came last in the festival that year. Nonetheless the play remained part of the tragedic repertoire, and experienced renewed interest with the emergence of the feminist movement, because of its nuanced and sympathetic portrayal of Medea's struggle to take charge of her own life in a male-dominated world. The play has remained the most frequently performed Greek tragedy through the 20th century. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/medea-way-translation-by-euripides/ |
medea ancient greek tragedy written euripides based upon myth jason medea first produced 431 bce plot centers actions medea barbarian wife jason finds position greek world threatened jason leaves greek princess corinth medea takes vengeance jason killing jason s new wife well children him escapes athens start new life considered shocking playwright s contemporaries medea suite plays accompanied city dionysia festival came last festival year nonetheless play remained part tragedic repertoire experienced renewed interest emergence feminist movement nuanced sympathetic portrayal medea s struggle take charge life male dominated world play remained frequently performed greek tragedy 20th century summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 9991 |
9929 |
10567 |
Spanish Brothers (Dramatic Reading) |
Deborah Alcock |
Dramatic Readings, Historical Fiction |
Juan and Carlos Meñaya have longed to find their father ever since they were little. Their dream starts to get lost, though, as they grow up and go separate ways. Juan goes off to war and falls under the influence of a Huguenot prisoner while Carlos becomes a monk and begins to discover the Bible for himself. - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles<br>\n<br>\n<u><b>Dramatis Personae</b></u><br>\nNarration by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nCarlos, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nJuan Rodrigo, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11381">Aaron Rivera</a><br>\nDolores, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nFray Sebastian Gomez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nDon Manuel Alvarez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nDon Juan, the penitent, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8882">Victor Villarraza</a><br>\nStudent, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nThe stranger, De Seso, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10636">Joe</a><br>\nGonsalvo, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristingj</a><br>\nDr. Cristobal Losada, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11622">Patrick Saville</a><br>\nDoña Inez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nThose around Gonsalvo, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nProverbs, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nThe tempter, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nJuliano El Chico, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nThe village cura, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nThe landlord, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nFray Fernando, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nFray Cassiodoro, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nThe aged monk, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nServant boy, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nDoña Beatriz, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nDoña Sancha, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a> <br>\nDon Balthasar, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nDon Manuel the younger, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nPasserby, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nPorter, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nDoña Katarina, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nMunebraga, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nGaspar Benevidio, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a><br>\nThe alcayde’s servant, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nPromoter-fiscal, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nNotary, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nPrior, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nBenevidio's daughter, a child, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMaria Gonsalez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nDon Alonzo de Munebraga, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nA mother, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nJuanita, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10636">Joe</a><br>\nPage, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nJuan Gonsalez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nJuan Ponce de Leon, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nDon Garcia, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nJesuit, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nAttendant, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nLlorente, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nJuan Sanchez, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nDon Domingo de Roxas, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nHerrera, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nGod’s messenger, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nJorge, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nLord Inquisitor, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nYoung monk, read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303">Jael Baldwin</a><br>\n<br>\nEditing by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br><br> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-spanish-brothers-dramatic-reading-by-deborah-alcock/ |
juan carlos meñaya longed find father ever since little dream starts get lost though grow go separate ways juan goes war falls influence huguenot prisoner carlos becomes monk begins discover bible himself summary adele de pignerolles br br u b dramatis personae b u br narration a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br carlos read a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br juan rodrigo read a href https librivox org reader 11381 aaron rivera a br dolores read a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br fray sebastian gomez read a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br manuel alvarez read a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br juan penitent read a href https librivox org reader 8882 victor villarraza a br student read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br stranger de seso read a href https librivox org reader 10636 joe a br gonsalvo read a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristingj a br dr cristobal losada read a href https librivox org reader 11622 patrick saville a br doña inez read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br around gonsalvo read a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br proverbs read a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br tempter read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br juliano el chico read a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br village cura read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br landlord read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br fray fernando read a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br fray cassiodoro read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br aged monk read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br servant boy read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br doña beatriz read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br doña sancha read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br balthasar read a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br manuel younger read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br passerby read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br porter read a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br doña katarina read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br munebraga read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br gaspar benevidio read a href https librivox org reader 10031 rupert holliday a br alcayde s servant read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br promoter fiscal read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br notary read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br prior read a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br benevidio s daughter child read a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br maria gonsalez read a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br alonzo de munebraga read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br mother read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br juanita read a href https librivox org reader 10636 joe a br page read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br juan gonsalez read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br juan ponce de leon read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br garcia read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br jesuit read a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br attendant read a href https librivox org reader 4744 amy gramour a br llorente read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br juan sanchez read a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br domingo de roxas read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br herrera read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br god s messenger read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br jorge read a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br lord inquisitor read a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br young monk read a href https librivox org reader 10303 jael baldwin a br br editing a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br br |
| 9992 |
9930 |
10568 |
Twenty Years' Experience as a Ghost Hunter |
Elliott O'Donnell |
Biography & Autobiography |
After having a difficult time establishing a career as a novelist, O’Donnell discovered to his happy surprise that the reading public was very interested in his hobby of chasing ghosts, which he called “Superphysical Research.” After this, he made a habit of buttonholing friends and strangers to find out what experiences they had had with spirits and phantasms. He happily volunteered to camp out overnight in houses known to be haunted, and he made a concerted effort to discover any unhappy events that had, perhaps, led a ghost to inhabit.\n<br><br>\nThis, then, is a collection of his juiciest remembrances of running down ghosts in Europe and America, both in peace and in the horrors of World War. ( Mark Smith)</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-years-experience-as-a-ghost-hunter-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
difficult time establishing career novelist o donnell discovered happy surprise reading public interested hobby chasing ghosts called superphysical research this made habit buttonholing friends strangers find experiences spirits phantasms happily volunteered camp overnight houses known haunted made concerted effort discover unhappy events had perhaps led ghost inhabit br br this then collection juiciest remembrances running ghosts europe america peace horrors world war mark smith p |
| 9993 |
9931 |
10569 |
Fantasy, Faeries and Ghosts, Volume 2 |
Various |
Fantasy Fiction |
Join the original masters of fantasy E.T.A Hoffmann, George MacDonald, Violet Hunt, J. Sheridan Le Fanu and Bram Stoker as they whisk you into the world of faeries and it’s mystical regions far beyond imagination. In this amazing collection you will find gnomes, fairies, changelings, phantoms and other bizarre wonderful creatures of the ethereal realms. Here are six tales sure to please all those that enjoy fantasy literature at it’s finest. - Summary by kadath</p> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/fantasy-faeries-and-ghosts-volume-2-by-various/ |
join original masters fantasy e t a hoffmann george macdonald violet hunt j sheridan le fanu bram stoker whisk world faeries it s mystical regions far beyond imagination amazing collection find gnomes fairies changelings phantoms bizarre wonderful creatures ethereal realms six tales sure please enjoy fantasy literature it s finest summary kadath p |
| 9994 |
9932 |
10570 |
Tasker Jevons: The Real Story |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
In this May Sinclair wartime masterpiece, dashing newsman Walter Furnival is an absurdly good catch: handsome, successful, athletic, intelligent, an upstanding epitome of manhood and rectitude. Tasker Jevons is a puny, preposterous, impossible-looking, bombastic sports writer, without one single redeeming social grace. Imagine the jealous mortification of Furny when his enchanting young typist and love interest Viola Thesiger chooses the clownish Jevons as a lover, seeing in him a remarkable inner beauty not evident to anyone but her and (as he grudgingly but magnanimously admits) the long-suffering and devoted Furnival. But despite the title, the central character of this extraordinary novel is not the redoubtable Jevons but the rebellious feminist Viola, determined against all odds not only to revolt against every enslaving conformity of her upbringing, but also to burn all her boats behind her, ruthlessly leaving herself no possibility of a return to the soporific decorum of her cloistered family and past. This extraordinary menage, however, is broken apart by the irruption of the Great War into their lives. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tasker-jevons-the-real-story-by-may-sinclair/ |
may sinclair wartime masterpiece dashing newsman walter furnival absurdly good catch handsome successful athletic intelligent upstanding epitome manhood rectitude tasker jevons puny preposterous impossible looking bombastic sports writer without one single redeeming social grace imagine jealous mortification furny enchanting young typist love interest viola thesiger chooses clownish jevons lover seeing remarkable inner beauty evident anyone as grudgingly magnanimously admits long suffering devoted furnival despite title central character extraordinary novel redoubtable jevons rebellious feminist viola determined odds revolt every enslaving conformity upbringing also burn boats behind her ruthlessly leaving possibility return soporific decorum cloistered family past extraordinary menage however broken apart irruption great war lives expatriate p |
| 9995 |
9934 |
10572 |
Shakespeare: Life and Work |
Frederick James Furnivall |
Biography & Autobiography |
William Shakespeare: actor, poet, playwright. He is often called England's greatest writer, the Bard of Avon, a national treasure. But who was he? An average boy, born to an average family of the period; a romantic and dreamer, tempted away from his rural home by the sights and sounds of the big city. To commemorate the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death, here is one of the many studies of the bard's life and works. |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-life-and-work-by-john-munro/ |
william shakespeare actor poet playwright often called england s greatest writer bard avon national treasure he average boy born average family period romantic dreamer tempted away rural home sights sounds big city commemorate 400th anniversary william shakespeare s death one many studies bard s life works |
| 9996 |
9936 |
10574 |
Short Stories from Locomotive Engineers Journal, Volume 52 |
Various |
Published 1900 onward, Anthologies |
These short stories are taken from the Locomotive Engineers Journal, Volume 52 which covers the year, 1918. Don't expect any trains -- these are short works on many subjects, including romance, adventure, humor, etc. -- of 5 to 15 minutes in length, by minor pulp fiction writers of the day, including Agnes Brogan, Pauline Richards, Warren Miller, Clarissa Mackie, and Xeno Putnam. Putnam wrote a couple of non-fiction works on farm equipment; Mackie was a prolific writer whose work appeared in several magazines and newspapers. I have created an e-book version of this set for easier viewing and placed it on Archive's Community Texts <a href="https://archive.org/details/ShortStoriesFromLocomotiveEngineer1918">here </a>. (Summary by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-from-locomotive-engineers-journal-volume-52/ |
short stories taken locomotive engineers journal volume 52 covers year 1918 expect trains short works many subjects including romance adventure humor etc 5 15 minutes length minor pulp fiction writers day including agnes brogan pauline richards warren miller clarissa mackie xeno putnam putnam wrote couple non fiction works farm equipment mackie prolific writer whose work appeared several magazines newspapers created e book version set easier viewing placed archive s community texts a href https archive org details shortstoriesfromlocomotiveengineer1918 here a summary matt pierard |
| 9997 |
9937 |
10575 |
Yesterdays |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of early poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. As much of Ella Wheeler Wilcox's poetry, this volume also conveys a number of different emotions in the different poems. Ms Wilcox herself suggests the alternative title "Ghosts of old dreams" for this volume. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/yesterdays-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume early poetry ella wheeler wilcox much ella wheeler wilcox s poetry volume also conveys number different emotions different poems ms wilcox suggests alternative title ghosts old dreams volume summary carolin p |
| 9998 |
9938 |
10576 |
Poems |
Francis Thompson |
Poetry |
This is the first volume of poems published by the English poet Francis Thompson. It also includes his most famous poem, <i>The Hound of Heaven</i>. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-francis-thompson/ |
first volume poems published english poet francis thompson also includes famous poem i the hound heaven i summary carolin p |
| 9999 |
9939 |
10577 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VI, No 4, November 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vi-no-4-november-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10000 |
9940 |
10578 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 11 (Multilingual) |
William Shakespeare |
Plays, Poetry |
This is the eleventh collection of monologues from Shakespeare's various plays. Various characters will speak on various topics, some of these teach a lesson, some simply characterize Shakespeare at his best, some are funny, some sad, but all are very moving. - Summary by Carolin and Shurtagal</p> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-collection-vol-11-by-william-shakespeare/ |
eleventh collection monologues shakespeare s various plays various characters speak various topics teach lesson simply characterize shakespeare best funny sad moving summary carolin shurtagal p |
| 10001 |
9941 |
10579 |
Evening Incense |
John R. MacDuff |
Christianity - Other |
This is a small volume of Evening Prayers. Thoughts to think on in the quiet before bedtime; ideas that edify the soul, calm the mind and prepare our bodies and spirits for sleep. Each is not long, but they are edifying and thought provoking. As the author says in the prefact "May He with whom is "the residue of the Spirit," "cause His Angel to fly swiftly" and touch us in the time of our Evening Oblation; and may all that is amiss in thought and word be lost in the fragrant incense-cloud which ascends from the Golden Altar before the Throne!" "And thou shalt make an ALTAR to burn INCENSE upon:\n\n"And thou shalt put it ... before the MERCY-SEAT that is over the testimony, where I will meet with thee.\n\n"And when Aaron lighteth the lamps at EVEN, he shall burn INCENSE upon it."—Exod. xxx. 1, 6, 8.- Summary by Phil chenevert and the author |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/evening-incense-by-john-r-macduff/ |
small volume evening prayers thoughts think quiet bedtime ideas edify soul calm mind prepare bodies spirits sleep long edifying thought provoking author says prefact may the residue spirit cause angel fly swiftly touch us time evening oblation may amiss thought word lost fragrant incense cloud ascends golden altar throne and thou shalt make altar burn incense upon and thou shalt put mercy seat testimony meet thee and aaron lighteth lamps even shall burn incense upon it exod xxx 1 6 8 summary phil chenevert author |
| 10002 |
9942 |
10580 |
Quest of the Golden Pearl |
John Robert Hutchinson |
Action & Adventure |
A classic boys' adventure story, with two intrepid boys pursuing a jewel thief despite deadly perils and a haunted temple on a desolate island. The book has been made into an online game for modern-day treasure hunters. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-quest-of-the-golden-pearl-by-john-robert-hutchinson/ |
classic boys adventure story two intrepid boys pursuing jewel thief despite deadly perils haunted temple desolate island book made online game modern day treasure hunters summary lynne thompson p |
| 10003 |
9943 |
10581 |
Stories of Enchantment |
Jane Pentzer Myers |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Jane Pentzer Myers's only book was dedicated to Kate Winifred: 'Just between the 'Land o' dreams' and broad daylight is a beautiful world, where good wishes come true: where the poor and lonely are rich in castles and friends: and where sorrowful folk are happy.' These twelve charming tales transport us to that wonderful land of dreams and delight and enchant children of all ages. ( Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-enchantment-by-jane-pentzer-myers/ |
jane pentzer myers s book dedicated kate winifred just land o dreams broad daylight beautiful world good wishes come true poor lonely rich castles friends sorrowful folk happy twelve charming tales transport us wonderful land dreams delight enchant children ages lynne thompson p |
| 10004 |
11125 |
11786 |
That Affair at Portstead Manor |
Gladys Edson Locke |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
An English country home during a house party becomes the scene of a double mystery. One of the three detectives employed on the case is a woman whose common sense, calm, and plain logic are skillfully employed in straightening the tangle. - NY Times Book Review, Aug 16, 1914.\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/that-affair-at-portstead-manor-by-gladys-edson-locke/ |
english country home house party becomes scene double mystery one three detectives employed case woman whose common sense calm plain logic skillfully employed straightening tangle ny times book review aug 16 1914 |
| 10005 |
9944 |
10582 |
Vignettes of San Francisco |
Almira Bailey |
Literary Fiction |
A collection of observations and stories about San Franciscan life - the people, the buildings, the parks, the food, the street-cars, the bay, Alcatraz, the sounds and the smells and the characteristics and idiosyncrasies of this fascinating city. Excerpt...IN the same way that the poets have loved Rome and made their pilgrimages there - as good Moslems travel toward Mecca, so there are some of us who have come to San Francisco. Then when we arrive and find it all that we have dreamed, our love for it becomes its highest tribute.\n - Summary by Unknown |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/vignettes-of-san-francisco-by-almira-bailey/ |
collection observations stories san franciscan life people buildings parks food street cars bay alcatraz sounds smells characteristics idiosyncrasies fascinating city excerpt in way poets loved rome made pilgrimages good moslems travel toward mecca us come san francisco arrive find dreamed love becomes highest tribute summary unknown |
| 10006 |
9945 |
10583 |
Smugglers' Reef |
Harold L. Goodwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Seventh entry in the Rick Brant Science Mystery Adventure series has Rick and buddy Scott using infrared technology on the trail of smuggling no-goodniks in the vicinity of Spindrift Island, Rick's home and location of his dad's laboratory, off the New Jersey & New York coast. - Summary by Matt Pierard</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/smugglers-reef-by-harold-l-goodwin/ |
seventh entry rick brant science mystery adventure series rick buddy scott using infrared technology trail smuggling no goodniks vicinity spindrift island rick s home location dad s laboratory new jersey new york coast summary matt pierard p |
| 10007 |
9946 |
10584 |
Man's World |
Rachel Crothers |
Plays |
The mysterious Frank Ware is a woman writer forced to write under a masculine pseudonym in order to win literary respect. Adding to her enigmatic status is the fact that she lives in New York City with her adopted child, a little son of unknown parentage, mystifying her friends by spending all her spare time in the least savory parts of the City, trying to rescue prostitutes from their hard lives. Eventually, even her closest bohemian and artistic companions begin to ask awkward questions, driving her to difficult, life-changing revelations.</p>\n\n“A Man’s World” embodies some of Rachel Crothers’ most passionate ideas about the relations between men and women; the double standards used to judge behavior; the dangers of romantic Love; the stifling, philistine prejudices still present even among the most progressive and free-thinking members of American society. Frank Ware stands as a remarkable character in the literature of the early 20th century, a free-minded, strong, and independent woman willing to stand fast on her ideals even at great personal sacrifice.\n(Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-mans-world-by-rachel-crothers/ |
mysterious frank ware woman writer forced write masculine pseudonym order win literary respect adding enigmatic status fact lives new york city adopted child little son unknown parentage mystifying friends spending spare time least savory parts city trying rescue prostitutes hard lives eventually even closest bohemian artistic companions begin ask awkward questions driving difficult life changing revelations p a man s world embodies rachel crothers passionate ideas relations men women double standards used judge behavior dangers romantic love stifling philistine prejudices still present even among progressive free thinking members american society frank ware stands remarkable character literature early 20th century free minded strong independent woman willing stand fast ideals even great personal sacrifice expatriate p |
| 10008 |
9947 |
10585 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 041 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include a woman in Alaska, Cuban folklore, and hunting peccaries on the Nueces; Max Planck's Quantum Theory and Newton's world view; church bells and chocolate cake; naval flag signals, rocket life-saving apparatus, and seashore plants and pebbles; also many literary and philosophical figures including Jonathan Swift, Jonathan Edwards, Johann Fichte, Joseph Butler, George Sand, Marie Corelli, G. K. Chesterton, and Hilaire Belloc. (summary by Sue Anderson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-041-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include woman alaska cuban folklore hunting peccaries nueces max planck s quantum theory newton s world view church bells chocolate cake naval flag signals rocket life saving apparatus seashore plants pebbles also many literary philosophical figures including jonathan swift jonathan edwards johann fichte joseph butler george sand marie corelli g k chesterton hilaire belloc summary sue anderson |
| 10009 |
9948 |
10586 |
Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind |
Gustave Le Bon |
*Non-fiction |
"Civilisations as yet have only been created and directed by a small intellectual aristocracy, never by crowds. Crowds are only powerful for destruction. Their rule is always tantamount to a barbarian phase. A civilisation involves fixed rules, discipline, a passing from the instinctive to the rational state, forethought for the future, an elevated degree of culture — all of them conditions that crowds, left to themselves, have invariably shown themselves incapable of realising. In consequence of the purely destructive nature of their power crowds act like those microbes which hasten the dissolution of enfeebled or dead bodies. When the structure of a civilisation is rotten, it is always the masses that bring about its downfall." - Gustave Le Bon, from Introduction</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-crowd-by-gustave-le-bon/ |
civilisations yet created directed small intellectual aristocracy never crowds crowds powerful destruction rule always tantamount barbarian phase civilisation involves fixed rules discipline passing instinctive rational state forethought future elevated degree culture conditions crowds left themselves invariably shown incapable realising consequence purely destructive nature power crowds act like microbes hasten dissolution enfeebled dead bodies structure civilisation rotten always masses bring downfall gustave le bon introduction p |
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9949 |
10587 |
Конёк-Горбунок (The Humpbacked Horse) |
Pyotr Pavlovich Yershov |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Humpbacked Horse (Конёк-Горбунок) is a version of the Golden-Maned Steed fairy-tale character type, although a large part of the plot of this story is based on Tsarevitch Ivan, the Fire Bird and the Gray Wolf. The titular little horse helps Ivan, a peasant’s son, carry out the many unreasonable demands of the czar. During his adventures, Ivan captures the beautiful magic firebird for the czar, keeps his magic horse, and finds his love. - Summary by Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky</p> |
Russian |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/konek-gorbunok-by-pyotr-pavlovich-yershov/ |
humpbacked horse конёк горбунок version golden maned steed fairy tale character type although large part plot story based tsarevitch ivan fire bird gray wolf titular little horse helps ivan peasant s son carry many unreasonable demands czar adventures ivan captures beautiful magic firebird czar keeps magic horse finds love summary wikipedia mark chulsky p |
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9950 |
10588 |
Tales Of Lonely Trails |
Zane Grey |
Nature, Travel & Geography |
Western novelist Zane Grey (1872-1939) also wrote nonfiction books about the American West and its country. This 1922 tribute to country he loved consists of narratives of six different trips to various parts of the West: Nonnesozhe, Colorado, Grand Canyon, Tonto Basin, Death Valley. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-lonely-trails-by-zane-grey/ |
western novelist zane grey 1872 1939 also wrote nonfiction books american west country 1922 tribute country loved consists narratives six different trips various parts west nonnesozhe colorado grand canyon tonto basin death valley summary david wales p |
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9951 |
10589 |
Indians Of Carlsbad Caverns National Park |
Margaret Herschel |
History |
A short review of the history and presence of Native Americans in the area of the Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico, USA. - Summary by david wales</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-indians-of-carlsbad-national-park-by-jack-r-williams/ |
short review history presence native americans area carlsbad caverns new mexico usa summary david wales p |
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9952 |
10590 |
Chore Time |
Jean McKishnie Blewett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jean McKishnie Blewett (4 November 1862 – 19 August 1934) was a Canadian journalist, author and poet.<br>\n\nBlewett was a regular contributor to The Globe, a Toronto newspaper and in 1898 became editor of its Homemakers Department. In 1919, assisted by the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, she published a booklet titled Heart Stories to benefit war charities. During this time she regularly lectured on topics such as temperance and suffragism. She used the pseudonym Katherine Kent for some of her writing.<br>\n\nAfter her death, fellow female journalist Bride Broder wrote in tribute:\n"There is a simplicity about Mrs. Blewett's prose and verse that has made a wide appeal, and her gay-hearted attitude to life, the humorous twists she gave to little things, made her very welcome as a speaker at women's gatherings. In all her writings she touched on the things that appeal to women everywhere and, in doing so, won the admiration of men readers also." (Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/chore-time-by-jean-mckishnie-blewett/ |
jean mckishnie blewett 4 november 1862 19 august 1934 canadian journalist author poet br blewett regular contributor globe toronto newspaper 1898 became editor homemakers department 1919 assisted imperial order daughters empire published booklet titled heart stories benefit war charities time regularly lectured topics temperance suffragism used pseudonym katherine kent writing br death fellow female journalist bride broder wrote tribute there simplicity mrs blewett s prose verse made wide appeal gay hearted attitude life humorous twists gave little things made welcome speaker women s gatherings writings touched things appeal women everywhere and so admiration men readers also wikipedia p |
| 10014 |
9953 |
10591 |
Bourgeois Gentleman |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
The Bourgeois Gentleman of the title is a middle-class social climber, assured that by learning all the arts of a true and noble gentleman, he shall truly become one. This enables Moliere to satire both the pretentious middle class and the snobbish aristocracy all at one time. Originally presented in 1670 before the court of Louis the 14th with music by Jean-Baptiste Lully, it was more recently re-choreographed by George Balanchine to music by Strauss. This will be a purely spoken version of the original. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMonsieur Jourdain, bourgeois: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMadame Jourdain, his wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>\nLucile, their daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nNicole, maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nCléonte, suitor of Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCovielle, Cléonte's valet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nDorante, Count, suitor of Dorimène: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10733">MaskedTai</a><br>\nDorimène, Marchioness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6171">Sarah Holtz</a><br>\nMusic Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nPupil of the Music Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nDancing Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nFencing Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>\nMaster of Philosophy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nTailor's Apprentice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nFirst Lackey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nSecond Lackey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>\nFirst Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1770">Michaël Cadilhac</a><br>\nSecond Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nWoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11242">Niki Myers</a><br>\nMusician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nFirst Male Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1770">Michaël Cadilhac</a><br>\nSecond Male Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nWoman Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11242">Niki Myers</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bourgeois-gentleman-by-moliere/ |
bourgeois gentleman title middle class social climber assured learning arts true noble gentleman shall truly become one enables moliere satire pretentious middle class snobbish aristocracy one time originally presented 1670 court louis 14th music jean baptiste lully recently re choreographed george balanchine music strauss purely spoken version original summary toddhw br br cast list br monsieur jourdain bourgeois a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br madame jourdain wife a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br lucile daughter a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br nicole maid a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br cléonte suitor lucile a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br covielle cléonte s valet a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br dorante count suitor dorimène a href https librivox org reader 10733 maskedtai a br dorimène marchioness a href https librivox org reader 6171 sarah holtz a br music master a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br pupil music master a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br dancing master a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br fencing master a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a br master philosophy a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br tailor a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br tailor s apprentice a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br first lackey a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br second lackey a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a br first man a href https librivox org reader 1770 michaël cadilhac a br second man a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br woman a href https librivox org reader 11242 niki myers a br musician a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br first male singer a href https librivox org reader 1770 michaël cadilhac a br second male singer a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br woman singer a href https librivox org reader 11242 niki myers a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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9954 |
10592 |
Brand |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
Inflamed by what he saw as his Norwegian homeland's shocking betrayal of Denmark after the Prussian invasion of Danish territory, Ibsen wrote "Brand" as an indictment of human complacency and rigidity of mind. Composing this "dramatic poem" from his self-imposed exile in Italy, Ibsen had long agonized over the stodgy provincialism of his countrymen, but the abandonment of Denmark took on the dimensions in his imagination of a human tragedy far surpassing his own personal experiences. Brand is a priest who refuses to compromise, at the cost of great suffering to others, and who lives by unrealizable ideals. The play revolves around a cast of remarkable characters, such as Gerd the mad peasant girl with delusions of God; Ejnar the complacent artist; and Agnes the devoted lover. Ibsen's breakthrough work, "Brand" could be seen as the true beginning of Ibsen's career, and although (or because?) it was at the time the most fiercely-debated work of literature in Scandinavian history, it always remained one of the playwright's favorite productions. The true genius of the work lies in the judicious balance of its indictment of philistine complacency and its warning against intolerant zealotry. The ambiguous character of Brand himself, principled and heroic while flawed, was seen by Ibsen as representing himself at his best. "Give Nothing, or give All," said Brand, over and over, with stirring consequences.. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/brand-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
inflamed saw norwegian homeland s shocking betrayal denmark prussian invasion danish territory ibsen wrote brand indictment human complacency rigidity mind composing dramatic poem self imposed exile italy ibsen long agonized stodgy provincialism countrymen abandonment denmark took dimensions imagination human tragedy far surpassing personal experiences brand priest refuses compromise cost great suffering others lives unrealizable ideals play revolves around cast remarkable characters gerd mad peasant girl delusions god ejnar complacent artist agnes devoted lover ibsen s breakthrough work brand could seen true beginning ibsen s career although or because time fiercely debated work literature scandinavian history always remained one playwright s favorite productions true genius work lies judicious balance indictment philistine complacency warning intolerant zealotry ambiguous character brand himself principled heroic flawed seen ibsen representing best give nothing give all said brand over stirring consequences expatriate p |
| 10016 |
9955 |
10593 |
4 Stories by Louisa May Alcott |
Louisa May Alcott |
Single Author Collections |
Here are four delightful short stories written by the famous author specifically for girls. As she says in the tiny preface "These stories were written for my own amusement during a period of enforced seclusion. The flowers which were my solace and pleasure suggested titles for the tales and gave an interest to the work. If my girls find a little beauty or sunshine in these common blossoms, their old friend will not have made her Garland in vain.\nL.M. ALCOTT." The stories are An Ivy Spray & Ladies Slippers; Pansies; Water-Lilies and Mountain-Laurel & Maiden-Hair. They are all between 40 minutes and 55 minutes finished audio so they are not short but all four are typical stories from the talented pen of Miss Alcott. - Summary by Phil Chenevert and the author |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/4-stories-by-louisa-may-alcott-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
four delightful short stories written famous author specifically girls says tiny preface these stories written amusement period enforced seclusion flowers solace pleasure suggested titles tales gave interest work girls find little beauty sunshine common blossoms old friend made garland vain l m alcott stories ivy spray ladies slippers pansies water lilies mountain laurel maiden hair 40 minutes 55 minutes finished audio short four typical stories talented pen miss alcott summary phil chenevert author |
| 10017 |
9956 |
10594 |
Knight And Wamba |
Sir Walter Scott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A fun poem with a great rhythm . - Summary by Stav Nisser. </p> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/knight-and-wamba-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
fun poem great rhythm summary stav nisser p |
| 10018 |
9957 |
10595 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 05. May 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the May Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>Africa Since 1888, by Hon. Gardiner G. Hubbard, LL. D.</li>\n<li>Fundamental Geographic Relation of the Three Americas, by Robert T. Hill</li>\n<li>The Kansas River, by Arthur P. Davis</li>\n<li>Annual Report of the Superintendent of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey, by Herbert G. Ogden</li></ul>\nalong with geographic literature, and a few miscellanea notes.<br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-05-may-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly may number br includes following articles br ul li africa since 1888 hon gardiner g hubbard ll d li li fundamental geographic relation three americas robert t hill li li the kansas river arthur p davis li li annual report superintendent united states coast geodetic survey herbert g ogden li ul along geographic literature miscellanea notes br |
| 10019 |
11173 |
11835 |
Flurry in Diamonds |
Thomas E. Price |
Detective Fiction |
The diamonds are gone--vanished! But who could have taken them? And how? With each plot twist author Thomas E. Price (writing as Amos Chiptree) takes the reader (and the diamonds) off in a new direction. ( Tom Penn) |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-flurry-in-diamonds-by-thomas-e-price/ |
diamonds gone vanished could taken them how plot twist author thomas e price writing amos chiptree takes reader and diamonds new direction tom penn |
| 10020 |
9958 |
10596 |
Planet of the Gods |
Robert Moore Williams |
Science Fiction |
Far, far in the future Earth has achieved real peace and is sending out interstellar expeditions, not to conquer, but to explore. The third such expedition, has made it to the Vega system and discovered to everyone's amazement, not only a solar system but two worlds circling the Vega sun that seem to have atmosphere and water. And apparently intelligent life is there as well because something tries, and almost succeeds, in blasting the expedition ship out of space before it can even get close to either one. Damaged, with 3 dead men aboard, the expedition ship semi-crashes and seeks to hide from this obviously hostile civilization. The three dead members of the crew are buried and four of the local inhabitants pay a friendly call. Then during the second night on this planet, one of the dead bodies knocks on the door and wants to come in. Something very strange is going on here. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/planet-of-the-gods-by-robert-moore-williams/ |
far far future earth achieved real peace sending interstellar expeditions conquer explore third expedition made vega system discovered everyone s amazement solar system two worlds circling vega sun seem atmosphere water apparently intelligent life well something tries almost succeeds blasting expedition ship space even get close either one damaged 3 dead men aboard expedition ship semi crashes seeks hide obviously hostile civilization three dead members crew buried four local inhabitants pay friendly call second night planet one dead bodies knocks door wants come in something strange going here p |
| 10021 |
9959 |
10597 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 05, Dec. 2,1879 |
Various |
Children's Fiction |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This fifth issue of the serial was published on December 2, 1879. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle) </p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-05-dec-21879-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children fifth issue serial published december 2 1879 published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p |
| 10022 |
9960 |
10598 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VI, No 1, June 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vi-no-1-june-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10023 |
9961 |
10599 |
Lord Clive |
Thomas Babington Macaulay |
War & Military |
Robert Clive was, in Macaulay’s view, the real founder of British power in India. Macaulay himself served on the Governor’s Council in India from 1834 to 1838, working on legal and educational changes in that country. In his view, the establishment of British control and influence in India was part of a great civilizing mission, helping to rid India of its backwardness, superstitions, and corruption by replacing them with an advanced English culture, scientific and literary. That view comes through very clearly both in this essay and that of his on Warren Hastings as well. Needless to say many Indians have and have had a rather different outlook. ( Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/lord-clive-by-thomas-babington-macaulay/ |
robert clive was macaulay s view real founder british power india macaulay served governor s council india 1834 1838 working legal educational changes country view establishment british control influence india part great civilizing mission helping rid india backwardness superstitions corruption replacing advanced english culture scientific literary view comes clearly essay warren hastings well needless say many indians rather different outlook nicholas clifford p |
| 10024 |
9962 |
10600 |
Windy McPherson's Son |
Sherwood Anderson |
Published 1900 onward |
Windy McPherson's Son is the story of Sam McPherson's rise in the world of business and search for emotional enlightenment in later life. McPherson starts out as an ambitious newsboy in Caxton, Ohio, with drunkard of a father who constantly embarrasses him. Eventually, after his mother's death and an episode with a middle-aged schoolteacher, McPherson leaves Caxton for Chicago. In Chicago, he gets a job as a buyer of farm implements and establishes his reputation in business. While his professional life is blossoming, his personal life suffers. After meeting Sue Rainey, the daughter of his boss Colonel Rainey, they get married and twice fail to have children. Following a business deal that forces his father-in-law out of his own company, McPherson and Sue Rainey separate.\n\nOne day, once McPherson had become quite wealthy, he gets a telegram saying that Colonel Rainey committed suicide. This causes Sam to realize that he is unhappy with his life. This feeling inspires him to leave Chicago and travel all over becoming involved in various adventures. Finally, McPherson's comes across a promiscuous and alcoholic mother of three children. A deal is made and McPherson gets custody of the children. Showing up with the children at Sue's current place of residence, the five of them become family. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/windy-mcphersons-son-by-sherwood-anderson/ |
windy mcpherson s son story sam mcpherson s rise world business search emotional enlightenment later life mcpherson starts ambitious newsboy caxton ohio drunkard father constantly embarrasses him eventually mother s death episode middle aged schoolteacher mcpherson leaves caxton chicago chicago gets job buyer farm implements establishes reputation business professional life blossoming personal life suffers meeting sue rainey daughter boss colonel rainey get married twice fail children following business deal forces father in law company mcpherson sue rainey separate one day mcpherson become quite wealthy gets telegram saying colonel rainey committed suicide causes sam realize unhappy life feeling inspires leave chicago travel becoming involved various adventures finally mcpherson s comes across promiscuous alcoholic mother three children deal made mcpherson gets custody children showing children sue s current place residence five become family wikipedia |
| 10025 |
9963 |
10601 |
Sons of the Covenant: A Tale of London Jewry |
Samuel Gordon |
Family Life, Literary Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Born in London's poverty-stricken and heavily Jewish East End, the Lipcott boys create their own successes in life and love. The brothers' commitment to improving the lives of working class people leads them to concoct The Scheme to help both the residents of their former neighbourhood and the Jewish people as a whole. The author stresses the responsibility of middle class Jews toward the Jewish poor. Consequently, this 1900 story has its preachy moments as well as some essentialised speculations about Jewish history and character. But the book isn't all earnestness - there are character studies, love interests, and some great comic scenes, too!\n\nThe son of a Russian rabbi, Samuel Gordon (1871-1927) was born in Germany and came to England at the age of 13. Like Phil Lipcott, his protagonist in this novel, Gordon attended Cambridge University. The club envisioned by The Scheme seems modeled after London's Jewish Working Men's Institute. This was one of several East End organisations (e.g., the Jewish Girls Club, the Brady Boys Club) established by Jewish philanthropists around the turn of the 19th century to "instill in the rising generation all that is best in the English character..." (Col. A. E. Goldsmit, founder of the Jewish Lads Brigade). (Summary by Adrian Praetzellis) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/sons-of-the-covenant-by-samuel-gordon/ |
born london s poverty stricken heavily jewish east end lipcott boys create successes life love brothers commitment improving lives working class people leads concoct scheme help residents former neighbourhood jewish people whole author stresses responsibility middle class jews toward jewish poor consequently 1900 story preachy moments well essentialised speculations jewish history character book earnestness character studies love interests great comic scenes too son russian rabbi samuel gordon 1871 1927 born germany came england age 13 like phil lipcott protagonist novel gordon attended cambridge university club envisioned scheme seems modeled london s jewish working men s institute one several east end organisations e g jewish girls club brady boys club established jewish philanthropists around turn 19th century instill rising generation best english character col a e goldsmit founder jewish lads brigade summary adrian praetzellis |
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9964 |
10602 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 3: Ancient Achievements |
John Lord |
Antiquity |
The third book in the Beacon Lights of History series, Lord discusses achievements such as the formation of laws, the development of the fine arts, ancient science, and key people such as Cicero and Cleopatra. Summary by KHand</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-3-by-john-lord/ |
third book beacon lights history series lord discusses achievements formation laws development fine arts ancient science key people cicero cleopatra summary khand p |
| 10027 |
9965 |
10603 |
Consolatione Philosophiae |
Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius |
Philosophy |
Consolation of Philosophy (Latin: Consolatio Philosophiae) is a philosophical work by Boethius written in about the year 524 AD. It has been described as the single most important and influential work in the West in medieval and early Renaissance Christianity, and is also the last great work that can be called Classical.</p>\nConsolation of Philosophy was written during Boethius' one year imprisonment while awaiting trial, and eventual horrific execution, for the crime of treason by Ostrogothic King Theodoric the Great. Boethius was at the very heights of power in Rome and was brought down by treachery. It was from this experience he was inspired to write a philosophical book from prison reflecting on how a lord's favor could change so quickly and why friends would turn against him. It has been described as “by far the most interesting example of prison literature the world has ever seen.”</p>\nThe Consolation of Philosophy stands, by its note of fatalism and its affinities with the Christian doctrine of humility, midway between the heathen philosophy of Seneca the Younger and the later Christian philosophy of consolation represented by Thomas Aquinas.</p>\nThe book is heavily influenced by Plato and his dialogues (as was Boethius himself). - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
Latin |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/de-consolatione-philosophiae-by-anicius-manlius-severinus-boethius/ |
consolation philosophy latin consolatio philosophiae philosophical work boethius written year 524 ad described single important influential work west medieval early renaissance christianity also last great work called classical p consolation philosophy written boethius one year imprisonment awaiting trial eventual horrific execution crime treason ostrogothic king theodoric great boethius heights power rome brought treachery experience inspired write philosophical book prison reflecting lord s favor could change quickly friends would turn him described by far interesting example prison literature world ever seen p consolation philosophy stands note fatalism affinities christian doctrine humility midway heathen philosophy seneca younger later christian philosophy consolation represented thomas aquinas p book heavily influenced plato dialogues as boethius himself summary wikipedia p |
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9966 |
10604 |
Poesías |
Miguel de Unamuno |
Poetry |
Miguel de Unamuno y Jugo (1864 - 1936) fue un escritor y filósofo español de la generación del 98. Cultivó una gran variedad de géneros literarios como novela, ensayo, teatro y poesía. Fue, asimismo, diputado y rector de la Universidad de Salamanca.\n\nPara Unamuno el arte era un medio de expresar las inquietudes del espíritu. "Poesías" fue su primera obra en este género literario. Unamuno trata los mismos temas que desarrollaba en sus ensayos y novelas: su angustia espiritual, el conflicto religioso, el paso del tiempo, la muerte, la patria y, también, incidentes de la vida cotidiana. Entre sus poemas en esta obra hay salmos, cantos, reflexiones, narrativas, también los hay sobre lugares como Salamanca y otros lugares de Castilla, Cataluña y su tierra natal Vizcaya, e incluso algunas traducciones de poesías de otros autores. - Summary by Basquetteur |
Spanish |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/poesias-by-miguel-de-unamuno/ |
miguel de unamuno jugo 1864 1936 fue un escritor filósofo español de la generación del 98 cultivó una gran variedad de géneros literarios como novela ensayo teatro poesía fue asimismo diputado rector de la universidad de salamanca para unamuno el arte era un medio de expresar las inquietudes del espíritu poesías fue su primera obra en este género literario unamuno trata los mismos temas que desarrollaba en sus ensayos novelas su angustia espiritual el conflicto religioso el paso del tiempo la muerte la patria y también incidentes de la vida cotidiana entre sus poemas en esta obra hay salmos cantos reflexiones narrativas también los hay sobre lugares como salamanca otros lugares de castilla cataluña su tierra natal vizcaya e incluso algunas traducciones de poesías de otros autores summary basquetteur |
| 10029 |
9967 |
10605 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 8 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
In Volume 8 Clarissa continues to decline towards her pitiful end, while Lovelace remains defiant, even as his nemesis Colonel Morden finally arrives his town. One of the earliest and certainly the longest novel in the English language, with a wide-ranging influence not only on the English novel, but also on nineteenth century European literature at large, it is gripping, twisted and a magnificent dramatic soap opera. - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-volume-8-by-samuel-richardson/ |
volume 8 clarissa continues decline towards pitiful end lovelace remains defiant even nemesis colonel morden finally arrives town one earliest certainly longest novel english language wide ranging influence english novel also nineteenth century european literature large gripping twisted magnificent dramatic soap opera summary nicole lee p |
| 10030 |
9968 |
10606 |
Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories |
Charles Weathers Bump |
Literary Fiction, Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
A collection of offbeat stories. Some are a bit out of the ordinary as suggested by the title story about a freshwater mermaid; some are not. - Summary by Amy Gramour</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-mermaid-of-druid-lake-and-other-stories-by-charles-weathers-bump/ |
collection offbeat stories bit ordinary suggested title story freshwater mermaid not summary amy gramour p |
| 10031 |
9969 |
10607 |
In Search of Mademoiselle |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Preface note by George Gibbs: There were no more vivid episodes in the colonization of the New World than those resulting from the attempts of the French people to gain a permanent foothold on our shores.... The most thrilling chapter in all this history, strangely neglected or overlooked by the romantic writers, is that of the struggle between the Spanish and French colonists for dominion over our own land of Florida. To me, whose profession it is to see pictures in the words of other men and to produce them, this historic page has appealed very strongly as the proper setting for a human drama--an inviting canvas upon which the imagination may paint a moving picture of the emotions, desires and passions--the loves and hates--of men and women like ourselves--against the somber and sometimes lurid background of historic fact.\nFrom chapter 1: It is enough that I loved--and now love--Diane better than woman was ever loved, and that I hated Diego with a hate which has outlived death itself.\n - Summary by The author, George Gibbs</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/in-search-of-mademoiselle-by-george-gibbs/ |
preface note george gibbs vivid episodes colonization new world resulting attempts french people gain permanent foothold shores thrilling chapter history strangely neglected overlooked romantic writers struggle spanish french colonists dominion land florida me whose profession see pictures words men produce them historic page appealed strongly proper setting human drama an inviting canvas upon imagination may paint moving picture emotions desires passions the loves hates of men women like ourselves against somber sometimes lurid background historic fact chapter 1 enough loved and love diane better woman ever loved hated diego hate outlived death itself summary author george gibbs p |
| 10032 |
9970 |
10608 |
Nō Plays of Japan |
Various |
Plays |
Noh (Nō), or Nogaku—derived from the Sino-Japanese word for "skill" or "talent"—is a major form of classical Japanese musical drama that has been performed since the 14th century. Developed by Kan'ami and his son Zeami, it is the oldest major theatre art still regularly performed today. Traditionally, a Noh program includes five Noh plays with comedic kyōgen plays in between, even though an abbreviated program of two Noh plays and one kyōgen piece has become common in Noh presentations today. An okina play may be presented in the very beginning, especially during New Year celebrations, holidays, and other special occasions. Noh is often based on tales from traditional literature with a supernatural being transformed into human form as a hero narrating a story. Noh integrates masks, costumes and various props in a dance-based performance, requiring highly trained actors and musicians. Emotions are primarily conveyed by stylized conventional gestures while the iconic masks represent the roles such as ghosts, women, children, and old people. Written in ancient Japanese, the text "vividly describes the ordinary people of the twelfth to sixteenth centuries." These translations are done by renowned scholar Arthur Waley, a remarkable self-taught master of both Chinese and Japanese, who is often regarded as the most important transmitter of East Asian culture to the West in history. - Summary by Wikipedia (edited by Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-no-plays-of-japan-by-various/ |
noh nō nogaku derived sino japanese word skill talent is major form classical japanese musical drama performed since 14th century developed kan ami son zeami oldest major theatre art still regularly performed today traditionally noh program includes five noh plays comedic kyōgen plays between even though abbreviated program two noh plays one kyōgen piece become common noh presentations today okina play may presented beginning especially new year celebrations holidays special occasions noh often based tales traditional literature supernatural transformed human form hero narrating story noh integrates masks costumes various props dance based performance requiring highly trained actors musicians emotions primarily conveyed stylized conventional gestures iconic masks represent roles ghosts women children old people written ancient japanese text vividly describes ordinary people twelfth sixteenth centuries translations done renowned scholar arthur waley remarkable self taught master chinese japanese often regarded important transmitter east asian culture west history summary wikipedia edited expatriate p |
| 10033 |
9971 |
10609 |
Gift |
Amy Lowell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Amy Lawrence Lowell was an American poet of the imagist school from Brookline, Massachusetts, who posthumously won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1926.<br> Though she sometimes wrote sonnets, Lowell was an early adherent to the "free verse" method of poetry and one of the major champions of this method. She defined it in her preface to "Sword Blades and Poppy Seed"; in the North American Review for January, 1917; in the closing chapter of "Tendencies in Modern American Poetry"; and also in the Dial (January 17, 1918), as: "The definition of Vers libre is: a verse-formal based upon cadence. To understand vers libre, one must abandon all desire to find in it the even rhythm of metrical feet. One must allow the lines to flow as they will when read aloud by an intelligent reader. Or, to put it another way, unrhymed cadence is "built upon 'organic rhythm,' or the rhythm of the speaking voice with its necessity for breathing, rather than upon a strict metrical system. Free verse within its own law of cadence has no absolute rules; it would not be 'free' if it had." - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-gift-by-amy-lowell/ |
amy lawrence lowell american poet imagist school brookline massachusetts posthumously pulitzer prize poetry 1926 br though sometimes wrote sonnets lowell early adherent free verse method poetry one major champions method defined preface sword blades poppy seed north american review january 1917 closing chapter tendencies modern american poetry also dial january 17 1918 as the definition vers libre is verse formal based upon cadence understand vers libre one must abandon desire find even rhythm metrical feet one must allow lines flow read aloud intelligent reader or put another way unrhymed cadence built upon organic rhythm rhythm speaking voice necessity breathing rather upon strict metrical system free verse within law cadence absolute rules would free had summary wikipedia p |
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9972 |
10610 |
Cardinal de Richelieu |
Eleanor C. Price |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal de Richelieu (1585-1642), the dreaded red eminence, mentor and manager of Louis XIII, skilled in logistics, he subdued in battle the unruly Huguenot aristocracy, successfully resisted France's encirclement by the Hapsburg Empire, and laid the foundation for the absolute monarchy of Louis XIV. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/cardinal-de-richelieu-by-eleanor-c-price/ |
armand jean du plessis cardinal de richelieu 1585 1642 dreaded red eminence mentor manager louis xiii skilled logistics subdued battle unruly huguenot aristocracy successfully resisted france s encirclement hapsburg empire laid foundation absolute monarchy louis xiv summary pamela nagami p |
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9973 |
10611 |
Children of the Night |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson, titled the Children of the Night, and including, besides the famous title poem, several ballads, and poems dedicated to other authors and poets. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/children-of-the-night-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
collection poems edwin arlington robinson titled children night including besides famous title poem several ballads poems dedicated authors poets summary carolin p |
| 10036 |
9974 |
10612 |
Bible (Fillion) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Livre de Judith |
Fillion Bible |
Bibles |
<br />"Un roi d'Assyrie, enorgueilli par la conquête de la Médie, entreprend de soumettre à sa domination toute l'Asie occidentale. Son général en chef, Holoferne (...) se prépare à envahir la Palestine par le nord. Alors le grand prêtre Éliachim (...) organise promptement la défense du pays, sans oublier la pénitence et la prière, par lesquelles les Juifs espéraient toucher le coeur du Seigneur et s'attirer sa protection. Le conquérant victorieux est arrêté dans sa marche par la résistance de la ville de Béthulie; il la cerne de toutes parts, pour l'empêcher de se ravitailler et de recevoir des secours. Les habitants, réduits à la dernière extrémité, prennent la douloureuse résolution de se rendre à merci; mais Judith se rend dans le camp des Assyriens, et en revient bientôt, apportant comme trophée la tête sanglante d'Holoferne." (extraits de l'introduction du traducteur)<br /><br /> |
French |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/biblefillion-livredejudith-louis-claude-fillion |
br un roi d assyrie enorgueilli par la conquête de la médie entreprend de soumettre à sa domination toute l asie occidentale son général en chef holoferne se prépare à envahir la palestine par le nord alors le grand prêtre éliachim organise promptement la défense du pays sans oublier la pénitence et la prière par lesquelles les juifs espéraient toucher le coeur du seigneur et s attirer sa protection le conquérant victorieux est arrêté dans sa marche par la résistance de la ville de béthulie il la cerne de toutes parts pour l empêcher de se ravitailler et de recevoir des secours les habitants réduits à la dernière extrémité prennent la douloureuse résolution de se rendre à merci mais judith se rend dans le camp des assyriens et en revient bientôt apportant comme trophée la tête sanglante d holoferne extraits de l introduction du traducteur br br |
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9975 |
10613 |
Carmen |
Prosper Mérimée |
Historical Fiction |
On a trip to Spain in 1830, our narrator recounts his encounters with two strange characters: a thief named Don José Navarro and a beautiful Romani woman named Carmen...little does he know that soon, these two will be entangled in a tumultuous love affair that spells out tragedy for both parties. This novella, written and first published in 1845, has been adapted into a number of dramatic works, including the famous opera by Georges Bizet. - Summary by Mary Kay and Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/carmen-by-prosper-merimee/ |
trip spain 1830 narrator recounts encounters two strange characters thief named josé navarro beautiful romani woman named carmen little know soon two entangled tumultuous love affair spells tragedy parties novella written first published 1845 adapted number dramatic works including famous opera georges bizet summary mary kay wikipedia |
| 10038 |
9976 |
10614 |
Cuban Folk Lore |
L. Roy Terwilliger |
Other religions |
The author gives a first-hand look at unusual and arguably primitive customs on the island of Cuba. He uncovers a strange and unique blend of superstitious ritual, possibly brought from Africa by slaves, and Catholic religious ceremony, introduced by missionaries. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/cuban-folk-lore-by-l-roy-terwilliger/ |
author gives first hand look unusual arguably primitive customs island cuba uncovers strange unique blend superstitious ritual possibly brought africa slaves catholic religious ceremony introduced missionaries summary lynne thompson p |
| 10039 |
9977 |
10615 |
Faraon (tom 1) |
Bolesław Prus |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Młody następca tronu, Ramzes, oczekuje dnia, kiedy ojciec powierzy mu nowe stanowisko dowódcy części armii. Jednak z upływem czasu, w miarę jak zakres jego obowiązków powiększa się, a książę ma okazję bliżej przyjrzeć się funkcjonowaniu kraju, zaczyna on dostrzegać wokół siebie coraz więcej rzeczy, które chciałby zmienić. Szybko też przekonuje się że swoją władzą- a także bogactwem Egiptu- będzie musiał dzielić się z kapłanami.\nPierwszy tom klasycznej powieści przedstawiającej mechanizmy walki o władzę.( Piotr Nater) </p>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-2-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 2)</a> <br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-3-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 3)</a> <br> |
Polish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-1-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
młody następca tronu ramzes oczekuje dnia kiedy ojciec powierzy mu nowe stanowisko dowódcy części armii jednak z upływem czasu w miarę jak zakres jego obowiązków powiększa się książę okazję bliżej przyjrzeć się funkcjonowaniu kraju zaczyna dostrzegać wokół siebie coraz więcej rzeczy które chciałby zmienić szybko też przekonuje się że swoją władzą także bogactwem egiptu będzie musiał dzielić się z kapłanami pierwszy tom klasycznej powieści przedstawiającej mechanizmy walki władzę piotr nater p a href https librivox org faraon tom 2 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 2 a br a href https librivox org faraon tom 3 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 3 a br |
| 10040 |
9979 |
10617 |
Glinda of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Glinda the Good, the great sorceress of Oz takes the spotlight in this, the very last OZ book written by L. Frank Baum himself. Ozma hears of previously unknown parts of her kingdom having difficulties and at war with each other and knows it is her duty to go there and stop the hostilities. She and Dorothy find truly bad conditions in these areas of Flathead Mountain and the Skeezers Magic Island where the inhabitants are being mistreated. But through events that could only happen in Oz, they become trapped in a submerged island along with all the Skeezers. Glinda and all the well known characters of Oz set off to attempt a rescue. Do they make it in time? Listen to this book full of magic and exciting adventures and see.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/glinda-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
glinda good great sorceress oz takes spotlight this last oz book written l frank baum himself ozma hears previously unknown parts kingdom difficulties war knows duty go stop hostilities dorothy find truly bad conditions areas flathead mountain skeezers magic island inhabitants mistreated events could happen oz become trapped submerged island along skeezers glinda well known characters oz set attempt rescue make time listen book full magic exciting adventures see p |
| 10041 |
9980 |
10618 |
Pitt |
Archibald Primrose |
War & Military |
Archibald Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery, liberal prime minister (1894-1895), wrote this short biography of William Pitt, the Younger (1759-1806), the controversial young prime minister who led Great Britain during the terrible trial of the Napoleonic Wars. Lord Rosebery writes: "From the dead eighteenth century his figure still faces us with a majesty of loneliness and courage. There may have been men both abler and greater than he, though it is not easy to cite them; but in all history there is no more patriotic spirit, none more intrepid, and none more pure." (Pamela Nagami) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/pitt-by-archibald-primrose/ |
archibald primrose 5th earl rosebery liberal prime minister 1894 1895 wrote short biography william pitt younger 1759 1806 controversial young prime minister led great britain terrible trial napoleonic wars lord rosebery writes from dead eighteenth century figure still faces us majesty loneliness courage may men abler greater he though easy cite them history patriotic spirit none intrepid none pure pamela nagami p |
| 10042 |
9981 |
10619 |
Katharine Lauderdale Volume 1 |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Katharine Lauderdale would be a New York society belle, if it were not for her miserly father. Her older sister has escaped the unhappy parental home by marrying and Katherine plans to do the same, but her father has already refused to sanction her nuptials with her cousin and childhood sweetheart, Jack Ralston. Desperate measures are needed and what role will rich Uncle Robert play in the future of the young people? ( Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/katharine-lauderdale-volume-1-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
katharine lauderdale would new york society belle miserly father older sister escaped unhappy parental home marrying katherine plans same father already refused sanction nuptials cousin childhood sweetheart jack ralston desperate measures needed role rich uncle robert play future young people lynne thompson p |
| 10043 |
9982 |
10620 |
Republic of the Future |
Anna Bowman Dodd |
Epistolary Fiction, Science Fiction |
<b> or Socialism a Reality </b></br>\nIn the year 2050, Wolfgang travels to the socialist city of New York. He writes enthusiastically to his friend Hannevig describing the wonders of the journey (via pneumatic tube under the ocean) and vastness of the city. He then turns his eye and pen to the effects of true equality of the sexes and freedom from work. Unfortunately for the New Yorkers, they do not create the desired utopia but just the opposite. (Jennifer Fournier) </p> |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-republic-of-the-future-or-socialism-a-reality-by-anna-bowman-dodd/ |
b socialism reality b br year 2050 wolfgang travels socialist city new york writes enthusiastically friend hannevig describing wonders journey via pneumatic tube ocean vastness city turns eye pen effects true equality sexes freedom work unfortunately new yorkers create desired utopia opposite jennifer fournier p |
| 10044 |
9983 |
10621 |
Story of Sir Walter Raleigh |
Margaret Duncan Kelly |
Children's Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"Relates the story of Raleigh from his boyhood days on the coast of Devonshire, to his exploits in Ireland and his unexpected entry into the court of Queen Elizabeth. We travel with him as he pursues the ships of the Spanish Armada and makes voyages to the New World in search of gold and lands to settle. We see his efforts come to naught and hear how he is relegated to the Tower of London where he spends the last years of his life. Includes the fabled story of the velvet cloak and the role Raleigh played in introducing potatoes and tobacco to the Old World. One of the volumes in the highly acclaimed Children's Heroes series, first published at the beginning of the last century." - Summary by http://www.mainlesson.com/display.php?author=kelly&book; |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-sir-walter-raleigh-by-margaret-duncan-kelly/ |
relates story raleigh boyhood days coast devonshire exploits ireland unexpected entry court queen elizabeth travel pursues ships spanish armada makes voyages new world search gold lands settle see efforts come naught hear relegated tower london spends last years life includes fabled story velvet cloak role raleigh played introducing potatoes tobacco old world one volumes highly acclaimed children s heroes series first published beginning last century summary http www mainlesson com display php author kelly book |
| 10045 |
9984 |
10622 |
Maria Theresa |
James Franck Bright |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
By the time of his death in 1740, the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles VI, had done everything possible to secure the succession to the throne of his daughter, Maria Theresa, but practically nothing to train her how to rule. Nevertheless, Maria Theresa managed by common sense, charm, and expert advice to negotiate a forty-year reign marked by secret diplomacy, shifting alliances, relentless warfare, and ruthless realpolitik. This short biography by the Oxford historian, James Franck Bright, describes her first thirty years on the throne.</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/maria-theresa-by-james-franck-bright/ |
time death 1740 holy roman emperor charles vi done everything possible secure succession throne daughter maria theresa practically nothing train rule nevertheless maria theresa managed common sense charm expert advice negotiate forty year reign marked secret diplomacy shifting alliances relentless warfare ruthless realpolitik short biography oxford historian james franck bright describes first thirty years throne p |
| 10046 |
9985 |
10623 |
Vegetarian Cook Book |
E. G. Fulton |
*Non-fiction |
Cookbook from the era of John Kellogg, whose vegetarian meat substitutes Protose and Nuttolene are featured heavily in this volume. Production of this item was available as recently as the mid 2000's via Scandinavia, but any current substitutions could probably suffice if you want to try the recipes. ( Matt Pierard) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-vegetarian-cook-book-by-e-g-fulton/ |
cookbook era john kellogg whose vegetarian meat substitutes protose nuttolene featured heavily volume production item available recently mid 2000 s via scandinavia current substitutions could probably suffice want try recipes matt pierard p |
| 10047 |
9986 |
10624 |
Il Principe |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Political Science |
Il Principe (titolo originale in lingua latina: De Principatibus, "Riguardo i Principati") è un trattato di dottrina politica scritto da Niccolò Machiavelli nel 1513, nel quale espone le caratteristiche dei principati e dei metodi per mantenerli e conquistarli. Si tratta senza dubbio della sua opera più nota e celebrata, quella dalle cui massime (spesso superficialmente interpretate) sono nati il sostantivo "machiavellismo" e l'aggettivo "machiavellico". - Summary from http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Il_Principe<br /><br />Proof-listeners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9185">mrnmrz72</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a> |
Italian |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/il-principe-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
il principe titolo originale lingua latina de principatibus riguardo principati è un trattato di dottrina politica scritto da niccolò machiavelli nel 1513 nel quale espone le caratteristiche dei principati e dei metodi per mantenerli e conquistarli si tratta senza dubbio della sua opera più nota e celebrata quella dalle cui massime spesso superficialmente interpretate sono nati il sostantivo machiavellismo e l aggettivo machiavellico summary http it wikipedia org wiki il_principe br br proof listeners a href https librivox org reader 9185 mrnmrz72 a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a |
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9987 |
10625 |
Emma |
Jane Austen |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Emma, "belle, intelligente et riche" a une fâcheuse tendance a vouloir marier les autres. Ce qu'elle va d'abord faire pour sa sœur, puis sa gouvernante, miss Taylor. Mais la voilà seule, avec son père âgé, veuf et très craintif, voir hypocondriaque. Son ami, M. Knightley essaie de la raisonner en l'empêchant d'avoir cette manie de marier ses proches. Pourtant, ses plans semblent relativement bien fonctionner. Qui sera donc sa prochaine protégée ? Et elle, songera-t-elle à se marier un jour ? - Summary by Laurette |
French |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/emma-by-jane-austen-3/ |
emma belle intelligente et riche une fâcheuse tendance vouloir marier les autres ce qu elle va d abord faire pour sa sœur puis sa gouvernante miss taylor mais la voilà seule avec son père âgé veuf et très craintif voir hypocondriaque son ami m knightley essaie de la raisonner en l empêchant d avoir cette manie de marier ses proches pourtant ses plans semblent relativement bien fonctionner qui sera donc sa prochaine protégée et elle songera t elle à se marier un jour summary laurette |
| 10049 |
9988 |
10626 |
Some Verses |
Helen Hay Whitney |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 24 sonnets and 27 poems in other form by American poet, writer, racehorse owner and breeder, socialite, and philanthropist Helen Hay Whitney. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/some-verses-by-helen-hay-whitney/ |
collection 24 sonnets 27 poems form american poet writer racehorse owner breeder socialite philanthropist helen hay whitney summary carolin |
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9989 |
10627 |
Pagan Papers |
Kenneth Grahame |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
We join our thoughtful author on a dreamy stroll at dusk through the English countryside, and listen to his nonchalant, slightly scattered musings on the human condition...everything from loafing about and old book collecting, to heavier topics like what is more valuable: memory or forgetfulness and can we connect back to nature, or is it too late to do so. All these ponderings, and more, are explored within. \nPublished in 1898, this collection of essays is Kenneth Grahame's first complied work. His wry and witty humor, which later would be celebrated in his famous novel, The Wind in the Willows, shines through here. - Summary by Mary Kay. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/pagan-papers-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
join thoughtful author dreamy stroll dusk english countryside listen nonchalant slightly scattered musings human condition everything loafing old book collecting heavier topics like valuable memory forgetfulness connect back nature late so ponderings more explored within published 1898 collection essays kenneth grahame s first complied work wry witty humor later would celebrated famous novel wind willows shines here summary mary kay |
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9990 |
10628 |
Med Ship Man |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Join Space Medical Service officer Calhoun and his sidekick Murgatroyd the tormal on another exciting adventure, this time on what should be a routine visit to the planet Maya, which upon arrival appears to be completely devoid of all life! - Summary by Mark Nelson</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/med-ship-man-by-murray-leinster/ |
join space medical service officer calhoun sidekick murgatroyd tormal another exciting adventure time routine visit planet maya upon arrival appears completely devoid life summary mark nelson p |
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9991 |
10629 |
Favourite Scenes From Shakespeare |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
In 2012, the World Shakespeare Festival surveyed Britons as to their favourite plays by Shakespeare. This collection consists of 21 scenes from the most popular plays written by arguably the greatest writer in the English language, possibly any language. It is an homage to the Bard in celebration of the 400th anniversary of his death in 1616 -- the Shakespeare Quadricentennial. - Summary by John Burlinson <br><br>\nRoles performed by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>\nEditing done mainly by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a></p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favourite-scenes-from-shakespeare-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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9992 |
10630 |
Travelling Thirds |
Gertrude Atherton |
Romance |
The semi-invalid Mrs. Moulton and her long-suffering husband are touring Europe with their two adult daughters, Jane and Lydia. They have firm ideas of what is proper and decorous. Mr. Moulton's young relative, Catalina, does not fit this ideal. Her dress is too short. She mixes with the natives. She wants to visit Spain... not, in itself, a problem; except she proposes to travel in a third class compartment on the train! Funds will not stretch to any other class, and if the Moultons refuse to accompany her, she proposes to walk! What will become of them all? Surely only doom, disaster and the loss of reputation lie ahead. - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-travelling-thirds-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
semi invalid mrs moulton long suffering husband touring europe two adult daughters jane lydia firm ideas proper decorous mr moulton s young relative catalina fit ideal dress short mixes natives wants visit spain not itself problem except proposes travel third class compartment train funds stretch class moultons refuse accompany her proposes walk become all surely doom disaster loss reputation lie ahead summary lynne thompson p |
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9993 |
10631 |
Elder Edda (Bray Translation) |
Sæmund Sigfusson |
Children's Non-fiction, Sagas, Other religions |
The Elder or Poetic Edda is a collection of Old Norse poems dating from the thirteenth century CE. Though no two translators or editors seem to agree on precisely which poems should be included in this collection, the Elder Edda is the most important source for Norse mythology and legends of northern European heroes. The later "Younger" or Prose Edda, gathered or transcribed by Snorri Sturluson in about 1220 CE, is the other such source, largely drawing on and even directly quoting from the poetic material of the Elder Edda. Even the uninitiated reader of the Eddas may find them familiar in sound, rhythm, and content because of their considerable influence on the work of J.R.R. Tolkien and his Middle Earth fantasies. Though the Bray edition is entitled "The Elder or Poetic Edda, commonly known as Sæmund's Edda," even at the time of its 1908 publication no scholar still believed that the twelfth-century Icelandic scholar Sæmundur Sigfússon had anything to do with the Poetic Edda; whoever actually compiled and transcribed these old oral myths is unknown to modern scholarship. This recording is of Part I (Mythological Poems), including elegant introductory material by translator and scholar Olive Bray. It does not include the Icelandic of the facing pages in this parallel bilingual edition. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-elder-edda-bray-translation-by-saemund-sigfusson/ |
elder poetic edda collection old norse poems dating thirteenth century ce though two translators editors seem agree precisely poems included collection elder edda important source norse mythology legends northern european heroes later younger prose edda gathered transcribed snorri sturluson 1220 ce source largely drawing even directly quoting poetic material elder edda even uninitiated reader eddas may find familiar sound rhythm content considerable influence work j r r tolkien middle earth fantasies though bray edition entitled the elder poetic edda commonly known sæmund s edda even time 1908 publication scholar still believed twelfth century icelandic scholar sæmundur sigfússon anything poetic edda whoever actually compiled transcribed old oral myths unknown modern scholarship recording part mythological poems including elegant introductory material translator scholar olive bray include icelandic facing pages parallel bilingual edition expatriate p |
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9994 |
10632 |
Short Poetry Collection 165 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 28 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-165-by-various/ |
collection 28 poems read librivox volunteers february 2017 |
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9995 |
10633 |
Soul of London |
Ford Madox Ford |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
'Most of us love places very much as we may love what, for us, are the distinguished men of our social lives. [...] We are, all of us who are Londoners, paying visits of greater or less duration to a Personality that, whether we love it or very cordially hate it, fascinates us all. And, paying my visit, I have desired to give some such record.\n\nI have tried to make it anything rather than encyclopaedic, topographical, or archaeological. To use a phrase of literary slang I have tried to "get the atmosphere" of modern London -- of the town in which I have passed so many days; of the immense place that has been the background for so many momentous happenings to so many of my fellows.' - Summary by Ford Madox Ford, from the Introductory; 1905.</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-of-london-by-ford-madox-ford/ |
most us love places much may love what us distinguished men social lives are us londoners paying visits greater less duration personality that whether love cordially hate it fascinates us all and paying visit desired give record tried make anything rather encyclopaedic topographical archaeological use phrase literary slang tried get atmosphere modern london town passed many days immense place background many momentous happenings many fellows summary ford madox ford introductory 1905 p |
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9996 |
10634 |
Coyote |
Bret Harte |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"He went with his widowed mother to California in 1854, and was thrown as a young man into the hurly-burly which he more than any other writer has made real to distant and later people. He was by turns a miner, school-teacher, express messenger, printer, and journalist. The types which live again in his pages are thus not only what he observed, but what he himself impersonated in his own experience." (from the BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH (introduction to) COMPLETE POETICAL WORKS By Bret Harte</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/coyote-by-bret-harte/ |
he went widowed mother california 1854 thrown young man hurly burly writer made real distant later people turns miner school teacher express messenger printer journalist types live pages thus observed impersonated experience from biographical sketch introduction to complete poetical works bret harte p |
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9997 |
10635 |
Tithonus |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, FRS was Poet Laureate of Great Britain and Ireland during much of Queen Victoria's reign and remains one of the most popular British poets.\n\n"Tithonus" doesn't mean a whole lot without the knowledge that the speaker is a mythological character who was loved by a goddess and was granted immortality, but not immortal youth. Since the gods could not take back their gifts, he was doomed to slowly suffer the extremes of decay as he grew ever older and older. (Summary by Leonard Wilson)</p> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/tithonus-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
alfred tennyson 1st baron tennyson frs poet laureate great britain ireland much queen victoria s reign remains one popular british poets tithonus mean whole lot without knowledge speaker mythological character loved goddess granted immortality immortal youth since gods could take back gifts doomed slowly suffer extremes decay grew ever older older summary leonard wilson p |
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9998 |
10636 |
Perfect Behavior (Version 2) |
Donald Ogden Stewart |
Humor |
A humorous guide for ladies and gentlemen in all social crises. (Summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/perfect-behavior-by-donald-ogden-stewart-2/ |
humorous guide ladies gentlemen social crises summary maryann |
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9999 |
10637 |
Broken Heart |
John Ford |
Tragedy |
The Broken Heart stands next to ‘Tis Pity She's a Whore as Ford's most popular drama. All is not right in Sparta because of, as is typical in this era of tragedies, the issue of marriage. In brief, Penthea wishes to marry Orgilus, but her brother Ithocles gets involved and bans them from doing so. He forces her to marry Bassanes, an abusive brute who happens to be wealthier than Orgilus. Ithocles then realises what he's done wrong and tries to get his friend Prophilus to marry Orgilus's sister Euphrania. Ithocles himself wants to marry the princess of Sparta, Calantha, who chooses him over her current betrothed, her cousin Nearchus. Thus begins a shocking cycle of revenge and recrimination... with predictably grisly consequences. (Charlotte Duckett & ChuckW)<BR><BR><b>Cast list:</b><BR>\nAmyclas, King of Laconis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8808">davidpr</a><br>\nIthocles, a Favourite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11507">Stuart Partin</a><br>\nOrgilus, Son of Crotolon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nBassanes, a jealous Nobleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nArmostes, a Counsellor of the State: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>\nCrotolon, another Counsellor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9755">Khaghbboommm</a><br>\nProphilus, Friend of Ithocles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10671">LindaB</a><br>\nNearchus, Prince of Argos: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nTecnicus, a Philosopher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nHemophil, a Courtier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>\nAmelus, friend to Nearchus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPhulas, Servant to Bassanes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\nCalantha, Daughter of Amyclas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nPenthea, Sister of Ithocles and Wife of Bassanes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nEuphranea, Daughter of Crotolon, a Maid of honour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nChristalla, a Maid of honour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10466">sawasawaya</a><br>\nGrausis, Overseer of Penthea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nGroneas, a Courtier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nFirst Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPhilema, a Maid of honour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br><br>\n<br> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-broken-heart-by-john-ford/ |
broken heart stands next tis pity whore ford s popular drama right sparta of typical era tragedies issue marriage brief penthea wishes marry orgilus brother ithocles gets involved bans so forces marry bassanes abusive brute happens wealthier orgilus ithocles realises he s done wrong tries get friend prophilus marry orgilus s sister euphrania ithocles wants marry princess sparta calantha chooses current betrothed cousin nearchus thus begins shocking cycle revenge recrimination predictably grisly consequences charlotte duckett chuckw br br b cast list b br amyclas king laconis a href https librivox org reader 8808 davidpr a br ithocles favourite a href https librivox org reader 11507 stuart partin a br orgilus son crotolon a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br bassanes jealous nobleman a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br armostes counsellor state a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br crotolon another counsellor a href https librivox org reader 9755 khaghbboommm a br prophilus friend ithocles a href https librivox org reader 10671 lindab a br nearchus prince argos a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br tecnicus philosopher a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br hemophil courtier a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br amelus friend nearchus a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br phulas servant bassanes a href https librivox org reader 10542 david purdy a br calantha daughter amyclas a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br penthea sister ithocles wife bassanes a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br euphranea daughter crotolon maid honour a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br christalla maid honour a href https librivox org reader 10466 sawasawaya a br grausis overseer penthea a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br groneas courtier a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br first servant a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br philema maid honour a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br editor a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br br br |
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10000 |
10638 |
Woman's Life |
Guy de Maupassant |
Romance |
Having spent her girlhood at a convent getting a good education, Jeanne has just returned home and is a happy young woman full of hope and excitement, and eager to experience life and love! <br>\nBut <i>is</i> she ready? <br>\nThe facts of life were not a part of the convent’s curriculum and dear Mother and Father are unable to broach sensitive topics, so Jeanne must learn life’s lessons the hard way. From the shock and dismay of the wedding night, to childbirth, to infidelity, to religion, there is a lot of learning to be done.\n<br>- Summary by Lisa Reichert</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-womans-life-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
spent girlhood convent getting good education jeanne returned home happy young woman full hope excitement eager experience life love br i is i ready br facts life part convent s curriculum dear mother father unable broach sensitive topics jeanne must learn life s lessons hard way shock dismay wedding night childbirth infidelity religion lot learning done br summary lisa reichert p |
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10001 |
10639 |
Selected Letters of Saint Jane Frances de Chantal |
Saint Jane Frances de Chantal |
Christianity - Other |
Saint Jane Frances de Chantal (1572 – 1641) is a Roman Catholic Saint, who founded The Congregation of the Visitation after the death of her husband. St. Francis de Sales was her Spiritual Director and a close friend. After St. Francis de Sales died, St. Vincent de Paul became her spiritual director. \n\nThese letters, which date from a range of 1611-1641, were written to her saintly spiritual directors, her children and relatives, other nuns and religious, as well many others. (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/selected-letters-of-saint-jane-frances-de-chantal-by-saint-jane-frances-de-chantal/ |
saint jane frances de chantal 1572 1641 roman catholic saint founded congregation visitation death husband st francis de sales spiritual director close friend st francis de sales died st vincent de paul became spiritual director letters date range 1611 1641 written saintly spiritual directors children relatives nuns religious well many others summary maria therese |
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10002 |
10640 |
Contagion |
Katherine MacLean |
Science Fiction |
Minos was such a lovely planet. Not a thing seemed wrong with it. Excepting the food, perhaps. And a disease that wasn't really. Originally published in Galaxy Science Fiction, October, 1950. Katherine Anne MacLean (born January 22, 1925) is an American science fiction author best known for her short fiction of the 1950s which examined the impact of technological advances on individuals and society. - Summary by wikipedia, story heading, and david wales</p> |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/contagion-by-katherine-maclean/ |
minos lovely planet thing seemed wrong it excepting food perhaps disease really originally published galaxy science fiction october 1950 katherine anne maclean born january 22 1925 american science fiction author best known short fiction 1950s examined impact technological advances individuals society summary wikipedia story heading david wales p |
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10003 |
10641 |
Memorial Verses and L'Envoi |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry |
This is the third part of the collected poems of James Russell Lowell, comprising his Memorial Verses and his celebrated poem L'Envoi. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/memorial-verses-and-lenvoi-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
third part collected poems james russell lowell comprising memorial verses celebrated poem l envoi summary carolin p |
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10004 |
10642 |
Washington Irving's Visit to England |
Washington Irving |
Humor, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Memoirs |
Famed American humorist Washington Irving published a series of short stories telling of his adventures traveling from America to England. This volume contains some of his observations about that trip, including his impressions of the English countryside, the differences between the wealthy and the poor, rural customs, and other aspects of British culture. During a visit to the library located in the depths of Westminster Abbey, Irving muses on the issue of why some examples of English literature stand the test of time, while others are lost to history. The collection concludes with Irving's memories of his visit to Stratford-on-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare, and the nearby communities that influenced some of Shakespeare's work. ( Greg Giordano) |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/washington-irvings-visit-to-england-by-washington-irving/ |
famed american humorist washington irving published series short stories telling adventures traveling america england volume contains observations trip including impressions english countryside differences wealthy poor rural customs aspects british culture visit library located depths westminster abbey irving muses issue examples english literature stand test time others lost history collection concludes irving s memories visit stratford on avon home william shakespeare nearby communities influenced shakespeare s work greg giordano |
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10005 |
10643 |
Times' Red Cross Story Book By Famous Novelists Serving In His Majesty's Forces |
Various |
Short Stories |
These eighteen stories were published in 1915, in the midst of World War I. "Published For The Times' Fund For The Sick And Wounded" - Summary by Book's title page and david wales</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-times-red-cross-story-book-by-famous-novelists-serving-in-his-majestys-forces-by-various/ |
eighteen stories published 1915 midst world war i published times fund sick wounded summary book s title page david wales p |
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10006 |
10644 |
Heath Hover Mystery |
Bertram Mitford |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A stranger appears in the middle of the night at Heath Hover while John Seward Mervyn is tending the modest location in a wooded area near a pond. Legends abound regarding Heath Hover; legends such as one's inability to spend a full night at the Heath on certain nights of the year, and that the place was quite simply.... haunted. These were legends which Mervyn has set out to disprove. He would, however, soon find that these were but a few of the mysteries surrounding this peculiar locale. And what was beyond that cellar door that appeared to open by itself at the right (wrong) times? A trip to the other side of the world might just hold the answers to the Heath Hover mystery. ( Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-heath-hover-mystery-by-bertram-mitford/ |
stranger appears middle night heath hover john seward mervyn tending modest location wooded area near pond legends abound regarding heath hover legends one s inability spend full night heath certain nights year place quite simply haunted legends mervyn set disprove would however soon find mysteries surrounding peculiar locale beyond cellar door appeared open right wrong times trip side world might hold answers heath hover mystery roger melin p |
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10007 |
10645 |
Undying One and Other Poems |
Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton |
Single author |
“The Byron of our modern poetesses," was the verdict of Henry Nelson Coleridge, the eldest son of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, writing in an 1840 issue of The Quarterly Review about the poet Caroline Norton. Born Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Sheridan in 1808, she was the granddaughter of the famous Irish playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan. On their introduction to London Society, Caroline and her two sisters were dubbed The Three Graces for their beauty and accomplishments. Her disastrous marriage to George Norton in 1827 ultimately led to her campaigning successfully to change those Laws of England relating to Divorce, child custody and women's property rights. Caroline and her tragic experiences and life were the inspiration for many works by Victorian writers including Alfred Tennyson, William Makepeace Thackeray, Benjamin Disraeli, Charles Dickens and George Meredith. She died in 1877.<br><br>"The Undying One and Other Poems" published in 1830 was her second book. The title poem is an epic based on the legend of the Wandering Jew, the sinner who is doomed to roam the earth until Judgment Day. (Summary by Noel Badrian)<br><br> |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/the-undying-one-and-other-poems-by-caroline-elizabeth-sarah-norton/ |
the byron modern poetesses verdict henry nelson coleridge eldest son poet samuel taylor coleridge writing 1840 issue quarterly review poet caroline norton born caroline elizabeth sarah sheridan 1808 granddaughter famous irish playwright richard brinsley sheridan introduction london society caroline two sisters dubbed three graces beauty accomplishments disastrous marriage george norton 1827 ultimately led campaigning successfully change laws england relating divorce child custody women s property rights caroline tragic experiences life inspiration many works victorian writers including alfred tennyson william makepeace thackeray benjamin disraeli charles dickens george meredith died 1877 br br the undying one poems published 1830 second book title poem epic based legend wandering jew sinner doomed roam earth judgment day summary noel badrian br br |
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10008 |
10646 |
Leven van Maurits Lijnslager deel 2 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Historical Fiction |
Een roman over dé ideale 'Nederlandse man' uit de 17de eeuw. Het boek is geschreven in de 19de eeuw als 'verzet' tegen de Franse overheersing. Ook voor de 21ste eeuw is het boek nog actueel, al zouden we dan 'Nederlandse man' beter kunnen vervangen door de term 'Wereldburger (m/v)'. In dit tweede deel gaat Maurits met zijn Maria trouwen. (Marcel Coenders) |
Dutch |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-maurits-lijnslager-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een roman dé ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw het boek geschreven de 19de eeuw als verzet tegen de franse overheersing ook voor de 21ste eeuw het boek nog actueel al zouden dan nederlandse man beter kunnen vervangen door de term wereldburger m v dit tweede deel gaat maurits met zijn maria trouwen marcel coenders |
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10009 |
10647 |
Tragic Muse |
Henry James |
General Fiction, Sagas |
Art or politics, this is the question Nick Dormer dealls with in the course of this novel. Mirian Ruth, an aspiring actress, is the "tragic muse" of the title. Her concerns are a bit different: would proper society accept her as an actress, or would she have to choose between giving up acting and marrying well? A large and interesting cast of secondary characters accompany them along the way, for good or bad. This novel is for lovers of Trollope and Dickins, while James's sharp and keen observations and wit are there at all times. Enjoy a stroll in the park listening to this overlooked masterpiece.\n. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragic-muse-by-henry-james/ |
art politics question nick dormer dealls course novel mirian ruth aspiring actress tragic muse title concerns bit different would proper society accept actress would choose giving acting marrying well large interesting cast secondary characters accompany along way good bad novel lovers trollope dickins james s sharp keen observations wit times enjoy stroll park listening overlooked masterpiece summary stav nisser |
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10010 |
10648 |
Few More Verses |
Susan Coolidge |
Poetry |
Susan Coolidge was the pen name of Sarah Chauncey Woolsey, who is best known for her <i>What Katy Did</i> series. This is the second of three volumes of her verse. (Summary by Rachel)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-few-more-verses-by-susan-coolidge/ |
susan coolidge pen name sarah chauncey woolsey best known i what katy did i series second three volumes verse summary rachel p |
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10011 |
10649 |
Merchant of Venice (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Perhaps the most controversial of Shakespeare's comedies, The Merchant of Venice tells the tale of a man, Bassanio, who has a crazy plan to woo the heiress, Portia, with money borrowed off an old Jewish money lender, Shylock. However, when the money isn't repaid soon enough, his friend Antonio, the titular Merchant of Venice, may have to pay the ultimate price for Bassanio's big ideas. With a court case in session, it will be up for the play's heroines to sort out the mess caused by their husbands-to-be. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)<br><br><i>This group recording was completed in two weeks as part of Librivox's celebration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death. </i><br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Duke of Venice, Prince of Arragon, Balthasar, Portia's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Prince of Morocco: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Antonio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Bassanio, Launcelot Gobbo (Clown): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Solanio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Salarino: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10671">LindaB</a><br>Gratiano: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Shylock, Lorenzo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a><br>Tubal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Old Gobbo, Man from Antonio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>Leonardo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br>Portia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Nerissa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br>Jessica: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8862">Glenn O'Brien</a><br><br>Audio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Prooflistening by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
1605 |
https://librivox.org/the-merchant-of-venice-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
perhaps controversial shakespeare s comedies merchant venice tells tale man bassanio crazy plan woo heiress portia money borrowed old jewish money lender shylock however money repaid soon enough friend antonio titular merchant venice may pay ultimate price bassanio s big ideas court case session play s heroines sort mess caused husbands to be summary charlotte duckett br br i this group recording completed two weeks part librivox s celebration 400th anniversary shakespeare s death i br br b cast list b br br duke venice prince arragon balthasar portia s servant a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br prince morocco a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br antonio a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br bassanio launcelot gobbo clown a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br solanio a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br salarino a href https librivox org reader 10671 lindab a br gratiano a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br shylock lorenzo a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a br tubal a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br old gobbo man antonio a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br leonardo a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br portia a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br nerissa a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a br jessica a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8862 glenn o brien a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br prooflistening by a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br |
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10012 |
10650 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 17: Tito |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
La carta del apostol San Pablo a Tito es semejante a las dos cartas a Timoteo. Esta epístola fue escrita por Pablo para animar a su hermano en la fe, Tito, a quien había dejado en Creta para dirigir la iglesia que Pablo había establecido en uno de sus viajes misioneros. En esta carta aconseja a Tito respecto a las cualidades que debían buscarse en los líderes para la iglesia. También le advierte a Tito sobre la reputación de aquellos que vivían en la isla de Creta. Además de instruir a Tito, Pablo también lo anima a regresar a Nicópolis para visitarlo, y de esta manera continuar discipulándolo.\n\nVersos Clave: \nTito 1:16, “Profesan conocer a Dios, pero con los hechos lo niegan, siendo abominables y rebeldes, reprobados en cuanto a toda buena obra.”\n\nTito 2:13 “Esperando aquella esperanza bienaventurada, y la manifestación gloriosa del gran Dios y Salvador nuestro Jesucristo.” \n\n(por Claudia Barrett)</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-1909-nt-17-tito-by-reina-valera/ |
la carta del apostol san pablo tito es semejante las dos cartas timoteo esta epístola fue escrita por pablo para animar su hermano en la fe tito quien había dejado en creta para dirigir la iglesia que pablo había establecido en uno de sus viajes misioneros en esta carta aconseja tito respecto las cualidades que debían buscarse en los líderes para la iglesia también le advierte tito sobre la reputación de aquellos que vivían en la isla de creta además de instruir tito pablo también lo anima regresar nicópolis para visitarlo de esta manera continuar discipulándolo versos clave tito 1 16 profesan conocer dios pero con los hechos lo niegan siendo abominables rebeldes reprobados en cuanto toda buena obra tito 2 13 esperando aquella esperanza bienaventurada la manifestación gloriosa del gran dios salvador nuestro jesucristo por claudia barrett p |
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10013 |
10651 |
Five Senses |
Arthur Macy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Arthur Macy was a Nantucket boy of Quaker extraction. His name alone is evidence of this, for it is safe to say that a Macy, wherever found in the United States, is descended from that sturdy old Quaker who was one of those who bought Nantucket from the Indians, paid them fairly for it, treated them with justice, and lived on friendly terms with them. In many ways Arthur Macy showed that he was a Nantucketer and, at least by descent, a Quaker. He often used phrases peculiar to our island in the sea, and was given, in conversation at least, to similes which smacked of salt water. Almost the last time I saw him he said, "I'm coming round soon for a good long gam."\nArthur Macy's view of life was certainly broad and generous, with a philosophic flavor. (from the Introduction (by William Alfred Hovey) to POEMS BY ARTHUR MACY (1905)) </p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-five-senses-by-arthur-macy/ |
arthur macy nantucket boy quaker extraction name alone evidence this safe say macy wherever found united states descended sturdy old quaker one bought nantucket indians paid fairly it treated justice lived friendly terms them many ways arthur macy showed nantucketer and least descent quaker often used phrases peculiar island sea given conversation least similes smacked salt water almost last time saw said i m coming round soon good long gam arthur macy s view life certainly broad generous philosophic flavor from introduction by william alfred hovey poems arthur macy 1905 p |
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10014 |
10652 |
Fanny Hill: Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure (version 2) |
John Cleland |
Erotica |
This book has been notorious since it first appeared and had been banned several times and in several countries. It is a fictional work that details the adventures of an orphaned girl who ends up working in a brothel in London. Early on she falls in love with a young man named Charles, but only to end up being separated from him. She then recounts her experiences as a prostitute who, in spite of her circumstances, manages to retain her humanity and undying faith in true love. - Summary by mlcui |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/fanny-hill-memoirs-of-a-woman-of-pleasure-solo-version-by-john-cleland/ |
book notorious since first appeared banned several times several countries fictional work details adventures orphaned girl ends working brothel london early falls love young man named charles end separated him recounts experiences prostitute who spite circumstances manages retain humanity undying faith true love summary mlcui |
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10016 |
10654 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 055 |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Short Stories |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-055-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind |
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10017 |
10655 |
Pollyanna, the Glad Girl: A Four-Act Comedy |
Catherine Chisholm Cushing |
Plays |
Miss Polly Harrington is not at all pleased to be taking charge of her orphaned niece - but duty is duty, and that's how Pollyanna Whittier ended up in New England. Cheerful and ever-optimistic, Pollyanna sets out to infect the whole town with her "Glad" game, getting into some trouble along the way! How will strict Miss Polly react to the orphaned cat, dog, and, worst of all, BOY Pollyanna offers as a gift? What will happen when Pollyanna sets out to break into the fairy-tale castle next door and play the Glad game with the "Beautiful King" - or lonely old hermit - closeted inside? What is the great secret that Miss Polly, the hermit, and his friend seem to be keeping? And how will Pollyanna and her friends cope with a great tragedy that seems to forever wipe out all reason for being glad? This stage adaptation of the classic novel is now dramatized with a full voice cast and is sure to delight the whole family! (Summary by Rachel) <br /><br /> Narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615" rel="nofollow">Twinkle</a><br /> Pollyanna, the "Glad Girl": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356" rel="nofollow">Rachel</a><br /> Miss Polly Harrington, her aunt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281" rel="nofollow">Beth Thomas</a><br /> John Pendleton, Esq., a bachelor, called "the hermit": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396" rel="nofollow">John Burlinson</a><br /> Doctor Chilton, Pendleton's friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754" rel="nofollow">Todd</a><br /> Jimmy Bean, an orphan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789" rel="nofollow">Tomas Peter</a><br /> Nancy, Miss Polly's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677" rel="nofollow">KHand</a><br /> Bleecker, Pendleton's man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528" rel="nofollow">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br /> Miss Carroll of the Ladies' Aid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br /> Mrs. Carmody of the Ladies' Aid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645" rel="nofollow">MaryAnn</a><br /> Mrs. Gregg of the Ladies' Aid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763" rel="nofollow">Lian</a><br /> Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315" rel="nofollow">Charlotte Duckett</a><br /><br /> Audio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356" rel="nofollow">Rachel</a> <br />\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-the-glad-girl-a-four-act-comedy-by-catherine-chisholm-cushing/ |
miss polly harrington pleased taking charge orphaned niece duty duty that s pollyanna whittier ended new england cheerful ever optimistic pollyanna sets infect whole town glad game getting trouble along way strict miss polly react orphaned cat dog and worst all boy pollyanna offers gift happen pollyanna sets break fairy tale castle next door play glad game beautiful king lonely old hermit closeted inside great secret miss polly hermit friend seem keeping pollyanna friends cope great tragedy seems forever wipe reason glad stage adaptation classic novel dramatized full voice cast sure delight whole family summary rachel br br narrated a href https librivox org reader 10615 rel nofollow twinkle a br pollyanna glad girl a href https librivox org reader 7356 rel nofollow rachel a br miss polly harrington aunt a href https librivox org reader 6281 rel nofollow beth thomas a br john pendleton esq bachelor called the hermit a href https librivox org reader 10396 rel nofollow john burlinson a br doctor chilton pendleton s friend a href https librivox org reader 6754 rel nofollow todd a br jimmy bean orphan a href https librivox org reader 10789 rel nofollow tomas peter a br nancy miss polly s servant a href https librivox org reader 8677 rel nofollow khand a br bleecker pendleton s man a href https librivox org reader 10528 rel nofollow k adrian stroet a br miss carroll ladies aid a href https librivox org reader 9446 rel nofollow adele de pignerolles a br mrs carmody ladies aid a href https librivox org reader 3645 rel nofollow maryann a br mrs gregg ladies aid a href https librivox org reader 10763 rel nofollow lian a br nurse a href https librivox org reader 7315 rel nofollow charlotte duckett a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7356 rel nofollow rachel a br |
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10018 |
10656 |
Gedichte von Sommer und Tod |
Ernst Blass |
Poetry |
Die Gedichte von Sommer und Tod von 1918 sind fünf Gedichte des Berliner Frühexpressionisten Ernst Blass. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/die-gedichte-von-sommer-und-tod-by-ernst-blass/ |
die gedichte von sommer und tod von 1918 sind fünf gedichte des berliner frühexpressionisten ernst blass summary carolin p |
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10019 |
10657 |
Rebel's Recollections |
George Eggleston |
War & Military |
George Cary Eggleston's Civil War memoir begins with a separate essay on the living conditions and political opinions of Virginia’s citizenry before secession. The body of the work contains vivid descriptions and accounts of the men and women of the South during the time of the Confederacy. Eggleston praises its war heroes, Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and Jeb Stuart, but is highly critical of Jefferson Davis and of his government’s inefficiencies, red-tape, and favoritism. The book concludes with the war's end and a tribute to the character of the newly freed slaves. \nThis informative and engaging work, much of which appeared in The Atlantic Monthly, enjoyed great popularity throughout the country. Originally published in 1874, it went through four editions by 1905. \n( Lee Smalley)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-rebels-recollections-by-george-eggleston/ |
george cary eggleston s civil war memoir begins separate essay living conditions political opinions virginia s citizenry secession body work contains vivid descriptions accounts men women south time confederacy eggleston praises war heroes robert e lee stonewall jackson jeb stuart highly critical jefferson davis government s inefficiencies red tape favoritism book concludes war s end tribute character newly freed slaves informative engaging work much appeared atlantic monthly enjoyed great popularity throughout country originally published 1874 went four editions 1905 lee smalley p |
| 10080 |
10020 |
10658 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 4) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 4 chronicles Lincoln's life from April to November 1861. ( Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-4-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 4 chronicles lincoln s life april november 1861 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 10081 |
10021 |
10659 |
Sonnets |
Constance Naden |
Single author, Sonnets |
Naden's sonnets have topics as diverse as astronomy, classical mythology and Shakespeare's birthplace. This collection is taken from Naden's complete poems, and whether listeners enjoy French history or the natural world, there are subjects to appeal to all tastes.- Summary by Newgatenovelist</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-by-constance-naden/ |
naden s sonnets topics diverse astronomy classical mythology shakespeare s birthplace collection taken naden s complete poems whether listeners enjoy french history natural world subjects appeal tastes summary newgatenovelist p |
| 10082 |
10022 |
10660 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Karl-Ludwig Sand |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is the fourth volume of Alexandre Dumas' studies of celebrated crimes and their perpetrators. This volume is concerned with the story of Karl Ludwig Sand, who stabbed August von Kotzebue to death in 1819. August von Kotzebue had been a prominent dramatist, a student of Musäus, whose royalist and conservative writings ultimately led to his assassination by a member of a revolutionary liberal Burschenschaft. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-karl-ludwig-sand-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
fourth volume alexandre dumas studies celebrated crimes perpetrators volume concerned story karl ludwig sand stabbed august von kotzebue death 1819 august von kotzebue prominent dramatist student musäus whose royalist conservative writings ultimately led assassination member revolutionary liberal burschenschaft summary carolin p |
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10032 |
10671 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 18: Epístola de Pablo a Filemón |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Esta carta de Pablo a Filemón es de solo un capítulo, y es única entre las epístolas de Pablo ya que no iba dirigida ni una iglesia ni un pastor, sino a un laico prominente que vivía cerca de Colosas. Filemón era un amigo y converso de Pablo, y en ese tiempo estaba usando su propia casa como lugar de reunión para la iglesia local.\n\nPablo escribió a favor de Onésimo, quien había sido esclavo de Filemón, pero se había escapado a Roma. Onésimo conoció a Pablo en Roma, quien lo introdujo a JesuCristo. Ahora Pablo lo envía de vuelta a su amo como un hermano cristiano, con la inferencia de que él debe ser puesto en libertad, posiblemente para ayudar a Pablo en el ministerio.\n\nEl acto de enviar de vuelta a Onésimo a Filemón solicitándole que le reciba como a un hermano querido con la oferta de pagar cualquier deuda contraída por la huída de Onésimo, da una visión única al personaje de Pablo. En aquella época no era prudente políticamente argumentar a favor de la abolición de la esclavitud, y mucho menos por una relación fraternal entre el amo y el esclavo, que además había huído. De hecho, siglos más tarde esta pequeña epístola fue utilizada con el propósito de promover la abolición de la esclavitud en los países cristianos.\n\nTal vez esta es una razón por la que el Espíritu Santo inspiró una carta tan pequeña y personal, y condujo a su incorporación en el canon de la Escritura. \n\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/epistola-de-pablo-a-filemon-by-reina-valera/ |
esta carta de pablo filemón es de solo un capítulo es única entre las epístolas de pablo ya que iba dirigida ni una iglesia ni un pastor sino un laico prominente que vivía cerca de colosas filemón era un amigo converso de pablo en ese tiempo estaba usando su propia casa como lugar de reunión para la iglesia local pablo escribió favor de onésimo quien había sido esclavo de filemón pero se había escapado roma onésimo conoció pablo en roma quien lo introdujo jesucristo ahora pablo lo envía de vuelta su amo como un hermano cristiano con la inferencia de que él debe ser puesto en libertad posiblemente para ayudar pablo en el ministerio el acto de enviar de vuelta onésimo filemón solicitándole que le reciba como un hermano querido con la oferta de pagar cualquier deuda contraída por la huída de onésimo da una visión única al personaje de pablo en aquella época era prudente políticamente argumentar favor de la abolición de la esclavitud mucho menos por una relación fraternal entre el amo el esclavo que además había huído de hecho siglos más tarde esta pequeña epístola fue utilizada con el propósito de promover la abolición de la esclavitud en los países cristianos tal vez esta es una razón por la que el espíritu santo inspiró una carta tan pequeña personal condujo su incorporación en el canon de la escritura summary claudia r barrett p |
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10023 |
10661 |
Prose Edda (Brodeur Translation) |
Snorri Sturleson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas, Other religions |
Also known as the Younger Edda or Snorri's Edda, the Prose Edda is a three-part work composed or at least compiled by thirteenth-century Icelandic scholar Snorri Sturluson. Along with the Elder or Poetic Edda written by an unknown poet a half-century earlier, the Prose Edda is a major source of much older Norse mythology as it had evolved through the generations. The two Eddas have had a profound effect on European literature in both style and content, not least on J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-Earth fantasies. The first part of the Prose Edda is the Gylfaginning (The Tricking of Gylfi), dealing with the creation of the world and the major elements of Norse mythology. The second part, Skáldskaparmál, presented as a dialogue between Ægir, the God of the Sea and Bragi, the God of Poetry, is a fascinating textbook on skaldic poetry, including the uses of alliteration and kennings. The third part, Háttatal, is a trilogy of heroic poetry demonstrating the techniques of Skáldskaparmál (it is not included in this translation because of the translator's conviction that its highly technical nature "forbids" its effective translation into English). Arthur Gilchrist Brodeur, translator of Beowulf as well as the Prose Edda, was an intriguing person in his own right, writing pulp fiction along with his masterful scholarly translations and advocating radical political notions during the dangerous McCarthy era. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-prose-edda-by-snorri-sturleson/ |
also known younger edda snorri s edda prose edda three part work composed least compiled thirteenth century icelandic scholar snorri sturluson along elder poetic edda written unknown poet half century earlier prose edda major source much older norse mythology evolved generations two eddas profound effect european literature style content least j r r tolkien s middle earth fantasies first part prose edda gylfaginning the tricking gylfi dealing creation world major elements norse mythology second part skáldskaparmál presented dialogue ægir god sea bragi god poetry fascinating textbook skaldic poetry including uses alliteration kennings third part háttatal trilogy heroic poetry demonstrating techniques skáldskaparmál it included translation translator s conviction highly technical nature forbids effective translation english arthur gilchrist brodeur translator beowulf well prose edda intriguing person right writing pulp fiction along masterful scholarly translations advocating radical political notions dangerous mccarthy era summary expatriate p |
| 10085 |
10024 |
10662 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 016 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. \n<br><br>\n01 - Ancient Greek - Βατραχομυομαχία (Batrachomyomachia) key words: comic epic poetry, fiction, parody, battle of frogs and mice <br>\n02 - Ancient Greek - Δελφικά Παραγγέλματα - Σωσιάδου των Επτά Σοφών Υποθήκαι (Delphic Maxims) key words: prose, maxims, philosophy <br>\n03 - Ancient Greek - Τα Των Πυθαγορείων Χρυσά Έπη (The Golden Verses Of Pythagoras) key words: epic verse, poetry <br>\n04 - French - Courage et témérité key words: children, moral, foolhardiness, short story <br>\n05 - Galician - Catecismo D´a Doutrina Labrega key words: prose, non fiction, parody <br>\n06 - Galician - Contos de Rapaces key words: short story ,br>\n07 - German - Briefe aus dem Gefängnis key words: letter, autobiography, nature, prison <br>\n08 - Italian - Chiare, fresche e dolci acque key words: canzone d'amore <br>\n09 - Italian - Il mito della caverna <br>\n10 - Italian - Trionfo di Bacco e Arianna (Canzona di Bacco) key words: carnival song <br>\n11 - Latin - Cantilena Potatoria key words: drinking song, medieval <br>\n12 - Latin - Ode XI key words: seize the day, ode <br>\n13 - Lithuanian - Užmigo žemė key words: poetry, autumnal, night, sunrise <br>\n14 - Luxembourgish - Hei gêt et Muôrgens frě eraus key words: operetta song / comedy on healing practices and marriage arranging <br>\n15 - Luxembourgish - Nei Hoffnung hât fir méch geblét key words: operetta song, lost love, disappointment <br>\n16 - Polish - Daremne żale key words: poem, life, world, future, past, evanescence <br>\n17 - Polish - Gdy noc głęboka wszystko uśpi i oniemi key words: poem, Poland, night, stars, longing, prayer <br>\n18 - Polish - Jednego serca key words: longing, love, heart, sadness, loneliness, poem <br>\n19 - Spanish - La Mayorazga de Bouzas <br>\n20 - Spanish - La Santa de Karnar key words: short story <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-016/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 ancient greek βατραχομυομαχία batrachomyomachia key words comic epic poetry fiction parody battle frogs mice br 02 ancient greek δελφικά παραγγέλματα σωσιάδου των επτά σοφών υποθήκαι delphic maxims key words prose maxims philosophy br 03 ancient greek τα των πυθαγορείων χρυσά έπη the golden verses pythagoras key words epic verse poetry br 04 french courage et témérité key words children moral foolhardiness short story br 05 galician catecismo d a doutrina labrega key words prose non fiction parody br 06 galician contos de rapaces key words short story br 07 german briefe aus dem gefängnis key words letter autobiography nature prison br 08 italian chiare fresche e dolci acque key words canzone d amore br 09 italian il mito della caverna br 10 italian trionfo di bacco e arianna canzona di bacco key words carnival song br 11 latin cantilena potatoria key words drinking song medieval br 12 latin ode xi key words seize day ode br 13 lithuanian užmigo žemė key words poetry autumnal night sunrise br 14 luxembourgish hei gêt et muôrgens frě eraus key words operetta song comedy healing practices marriage arranging br 15 luxembourgish nei hoffnung hât fir méch geblét key words operetta song lost love disappointment br 16 polish daremne żale key words poem life world future past evanescence br 17 polish gdy noc głęboka wszystko uśpi oniemi key words poem poland night stars longing prayer br 18 polish jednego serca key words longing love heart sadness loneliness poem br 19 spanish la mayorazga de bouzas br 20 spanish la santa de karnar key words short story br |
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10025 |
10663 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 042 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include biographies of astronomer Fiammetta Wilson, naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, mountaineer Jacques Balmat, French Revolutionist Camille Desmoulins, and Buddha; a climb of Mt. Fuji by Lafcadio Hearn, reviews of 20th century poetry and of books by E. M. Delafield, Mrs. Gaskell, and Kierkegaard; marriage; motion pictures; color blindness; and an essay on optimism by Helen Keller. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-042-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include biographies astronomer fiammetta wilson naturalist alexander von humboldt mountaineer jacques balmat french revolutionist camille desmoulins buddha climb mt fuji lafcadio hearn reviews 20th century poetry books e m delafield mrs gaskell kierkegaard marriage motion pictures color blindness essay optimism helen keller summary sue anderson p |
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10026 |
10664 |
Great Man: a Frolic |
Arnold Bennett |
Historical Fiction |
Subtitled 'A Frolic', this light-hearted book follows the fortunes of Henry Shakespeare Knight who, rather to his own surprise, writes a best-selling novel. (Summary by Simon Evers)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-great-man-by-arnold-bennett/ |
subtitled a frolic light hearted book follows fortunes henry shakespeare knight who rather surprise writes best selling novel summary simon evers p |
| 10088 |
10027 |
10665 |
Queen |
Ottilie Wildermuth |
Family, Christian Fiction |
Maggie is an orphan who depends on the charity of the farmer she lives with. She tries to be cheerful and helpful to everyone where she is. However, Maggie dreams of being a queen. But how can a poor orphan ever become anything other than what she is? (Summary by Esther ben Simonides)</p> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/a-queen-by-ottilie-wildermuth/ |
maggie orphan depends charity farmer lives with tries cheerful helpful everyone is however maggie dreams queen poor orphan ever become anything is summary esther ben simonides p |
| 10089 |
10028 |
10666 |
More About Unknown London |
Walter George Bell |
History |
If you enjoyed Unknown London by this author, then you should love this one! Bell's light and novel exploration of specific topics in London's history make this easy to listen to and factual. Seventeen new topics are examined in this book, including Anne Boleyn's letter, tombstone stories, and St. Martin-Le-Grand. - Summary by Janet |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/more-about-unknown-london-by-walter-george-bell/ |
enjoyed unknown london author love one bell s light novel exploration specific topics london s history make easy listen factual seventeen new topics examined book including anne boleyn s letter tombstone stories st martin le grand summary janet |
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10029 |
10667 |
Señora de Bovary |
Gustave Flaubert |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
La soñadora Emma, una joven de provincias casada con Charles Bovary, quien la ama pero es incapaz de comprenderla y satisfacerla, buscará la realización de sus sueños en otros amores, pasionales, platónicos..., pero ninguno de ellos logrará calmar su desesperada ansiedad y sus románticas inquietudes. La publicación de Madame Bovary (1856) provocó el escándalo de la burguesía francesa, esclava de mil prejuicios, y el proceso judicial que siguió contribuyó a un éxito editorial sin precedentes. Flaubert veía así cómo su obra servía más para satisfacer el morbo que para deleitarse en el caudal narrativo que contenía. Hoy, Madame Bovary es considerada el auténtico pórtico de la modernidad literaria. (Summary by Phileas Fogg) </p> |
Spanish |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/la-senora-de-bovary-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
la soñadora emma una joven de provincias casada con charles bovary quien la ama pero es incapaz de comprenderla satisfacerla buscará la realización de sus sueños en otros amores pasionales platónicos pero ninguno de ellos logrará calmar su desesperada ansiedad sus románticas inquietudes la publicación de madame bovary 1856 provocó el escándalo de la burguesía francesa esclava de mil prejuicios el proceso judicial que siguió contribuyó un éxito editorial sin precedentes flaubert veía así cómo su obra servía más para satisfacer el morbo que para deleitarse en el caudal narrativo que contenía hoy madame bovary es considerada el auténtico pórtico de la modernidad literaria summary phileas fogg p |
| 10091 |
10033 |
10672 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 19: Hebreos |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Muchas veces olvidamos que los primeros creyentes en Jesucristo fueron judíos. La Epístola a los Hebreos responde a las preguntas que los creyentes judíos se hacían durante el primer siglo y necesitaban respuestas convincentes para entender la relación entre el Viejo y el Nuevo Pacto. ¿Por qué Jesús fue superior a Moisés ?, ¿Por qué la muerte de Jesús elimina la necesidad de el sistema levítico. ¿Cuál es la relación entre el Tabernáculo y Jesús? ¿Hay otra manera de lograr la salvación? ¿Se puede perder su salvación?<br /><br />Las cuestiones de ese primer grupo de creyentes judíos y los que buscaban respuestas en aquel tiempo, no son muy diferentes de las cuestiones con las que se encuentra la Iglesia en la actualidad. Por esta razón, el Espíritu Santo a través del escritor de este libro lo incluyó como parte del canon, para ayudar tanto al creyente como a aquel que sinceramente busca respuestas a entender la conexión entre el Antiguo y el Nuevo Pacto.<br /><br />Quien fue el autor de esta epístola a los hebreos ha sido objeto de debate. Muchos en la iglesia primitiva veían a Pablo como el autor, pero debido a que no hay ningún nombre en el texto, existen argumentos a favor y en contra de su autoría.<br /><br /> - Summary by Claudia R Barrett<br /><br /> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/hebreos-version-reina-valera/ |
muchas veces olvidamos que los primeros creyentes en jesucristo fueron judíos la epístola los hebreos responde las preguntas que los creyentes judíos se hacían durante el primer siglo necesitaban respuestas convincentes para entender la relación entre el viejo el nuevo pacto por qué jesús fue superior moisés por qué la muerte de jesús elimina la necesidad de el sistema levítico cuál es la relación entre el tabernáculo jesús hay otra manera de lograr la salvación se puede perder su salvación br br las cuestiones de ese primer grupo de creyentes judíos los que buscaban respuestas en aquel tiempo son muy diferentes de las cuestiones con las que se encuentra la iglesia en la actualidad por esta razón el espíritu santo través del escritor de este libro lo incluyó como parte del canon para ayudar tanto al creyente como aquel que sinceramente busca respuestas entender la conexión entre el antiguo el nuevo pacto br br quien fue el autor de esta epístola los hebreos ha sido objeto de debate muchos en la iglesia primitiva veían pablo como el autor pero debido que hay ningún nombre en el texto existen argumentos favor en contra de su autoría br br summary claudia r barrett br br |
| 10092 |
10034 |
10673 |
Love at Second Sight |
Ada Leverson |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
<p>In the final instalment of the 'Little Ottleys' trilogy, three years have passed since Bruce and Edith's marriage was in danger of collapse. Thanks to Edith's forgiving and patient ways they have put their difficulties behind them, and their lives seem on an even keel despite the advent of the First World War. But change is in the air: Bruce and Edith have a house guest - the intriguing Madame Frabelle charms everyone she meets and seems to show no signs of leaving. And then Edith's old flame, the charismatic and bewitching Aylmer Ross, comes home injured from the front, and Edith's carefully constructed life is thrown into confusion once again... - Summary by Helen Taylor</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/love-at-second-sight-by-ada-leverson/ |
p in final instalment little ottleys trilogy three years passed since bruce edith s marriage danger collapse thanks edith s forgiving patient ways put difficulties behind them lives seem even keel despite advent first world war change air bruce edith house guest intriguing madame frabelle charms everyone meets seems show signs leaving edith s old flame charismatic bewitching aylmer ross comes home injured front edith s carefully constructed life thrown confusion again summary helen taylor p |
| 10093 |
10035 |
10674 |
Faraon (tom 2) |
Bolesław Prus |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Książę Ramzes wypełnia misję zleconą mu przez ojca w jednej z prowincji, a tymczasem intrygi wokół jego osoby zagęszczają się. Kapłani mają swoje własne plany, podobnie jak walczący o przyszłość swojej ojczyzny Fenicjanie. Ponadto dochodzi do konfliktu granicznego z Libią, który dla księcia stanie się momentem przełomowym. (Piotr Nater) </p>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-1-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 1)</a> <br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-3-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 3)</a> <br> |
Polish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-2-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
książę ramzes wypełnia misję zleconą mu przez ojca w jednej z prowincji tymczasem intrygi wokół jego osoby zagęszczają się kapłani mają swoje własne plany podobnie jak walczący przyszłość swojej ojczyzny fenicjanie ponadto dochodzi konfliktu granicznego z libią który dla księcia stanie się momentem przełomowym piotr nater p a href https librivox org faraon tom 1 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 1 a br a href https librivox org faraon tom 3 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 3 a br |
| 10094 |
10036 |
10675 |
King of the Golden City |
Mother Mary Loyola |
Religion |
This charming allegory will bring to the heart of the child a deep love for Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament and an understanding of the graces received in Holy Communion. We follow with delight the little Dilecta in her meetings with The King; her struggles against the evil influence of Malignus, in which she is so ably helped by the Prince Guardian; from the hut in which she lived and where The King so often and so graciously visited her -- right into His Golden City. (Summary from The Catholic World, Volume 114) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-the-golden-city-by-mother-mary-loyola/ |
charming allegory bring heart child deep love lord blessed sacrament understanding graces received holy communion follow delight little dilecta meetings king struggles evil influence malignus ably helped prince guardian hut lived king often graciously visited right golden city summary catholic world volume 114 |
| 10095 |
10037 |
10676 |
Expository Thoughts on the Gospels - St. John Vol. 2 |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
The fourteen years which have "passed over" me since I first began writing on the Gospels, I humbly hope have not been thrown away. They have been to me years of many trials, and I may add of much work, much reading, much reflection, and not a little prayer. At the end of these fourteen years, I feel more than ever convinced that what are called "Evangelical" views of Christian truth are thoroughly Scriptural views, and will bear the test of any fair investigation. The longer I live the more firmly I am persuaded that no system of divinity is so entirely in harmony with the Bible, as the system which rightly or wrongly is called "Evangelical." <br><br>I now send forth this volume with an earnest prayer that God may bless it and make it useful. Ignorance of Scripture, I feel more than ever, is the curse of these latter days. Men read many books, and yet neglect "the one Book." If I can help to make the Bible more plain and interesting to any man's soul, I shall be abundantly content. (From the Preface)<br /><br />\n<strong>Books in this series:</strong><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-matthew-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Matthew</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-mark-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Mark</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 1</a><br/>\n<a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-luke-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. Luke, Vol. 2</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-1-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 1</a><br/><a href="http://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/" rel="nofollow">Expository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 2</a><br/>\n\n<br/>Future recordings:<br/>\nExpository Thoughts on the Gospel of St. John, Vol. 3<br/><br/> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/expository-thoughts-on-the-gospels-st-john-vol-2-by-j-c-ryle/ |
fourteen years passed over since first began writing gospels humbly hope thrown away years many trials may add much work much reading much reflection little prayer end fourteen years feel ever convinced called evangelical views christian truth thoroughly scriptural views bear test fair investigation longer live firmly persuaded system divinity entirely harmony bible system rightly wrongly called evangelical br br i send forth volume earnest prayer god may bless make useful ignorance scripture feel ever curse latter days men read many books yet neglect the one book help make bible plain interesting man s soul shall abundantly content from preface br br strong books series strong br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st matthew by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st matthew a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st mark by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st mark a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 1 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st luke vol 2 by j c ryle expository thoughts gospel st luke vol 2 a br a href https librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 1 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 1 a br a href http librivox org expository thoughts on the gospels st john vol 2 by j c ryle rel nofollow expository thoughts gospel st john vol 2 a br br future recordings br expository thoughts gospel st john vol 3 br br |
| 10096 |
10038 |
10677 |
Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of The Universe: Introduction |
Alexander von Humboldt |
*Non-fiction, Nature, Philosophy |
Friedrich Wilhelm Heinrich Alexander von Humboldt was a Prussian geographer, naturalist, explorer, and influential proponent of romantic philosophy. Many consider him to be the last of the great polymaths. After his death in 1859, the scientific world began to divide into separate disciplines, each with its own knowledgeable but narrowly defined experts. Humboldt’s mind encompassed all that was then known of nature in one great whole. He could well be considered the father of modern ecology and earth studies. His great scientific and literary achievement was the multi-volume <i>Cosmos</i>, twenty years in the writing, in which he attempted to describe the known physical world. Humboldt’s lyrical style of writing influenced the subsequent genre of nature writing as well as many of the towering figures of the Romantic movement. This Librivox recording is of the <i>Introduction to Cosmos</i>. The Introduction gives a good measure of breadth of Humboldt’s mind and is a pleasure to read or hear because of its literary felicity. This reading omits the copious footnotes in favor of maintaining the flow of thought of the body of the text. Also included are the translator’s preface which contains a short biography of Humboldt as well as the author’s own preface. - Summary by Wikipedia and david wales</p> |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/cosmos-introduction-by-alexander-von-humboldt/ |
friedrich wilhelm heinrich alexander von humboldt prussian geographer naturalist explorer influential proponent romantic philosophy many consider last great polymaths death 1859 scientific world began divide separate disciplines knowledgeable narrowly defined experts humboldt s mind encompassed known nature one great whole could well considered father modern ecology earth studies great scientific literary achievement multi volume i cosmos i twenty years writing attempted describe known physical world humboldt s lyrical style writing influenced subsequent genre nature writing well many towering figures romantic movement librivox recording i introduction cosmos i introduction gives good measure breadth humboldt s mind pleasure read hear literary felicity reading omits copious footnotes favor maintaining flow thought body text also included translator s preface contains short biography humboldt well author s preface summary wikipedia david wales p |
| 10097 |
10040 |
10679 |
All's Well That Ends Well (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
A fairy tale with real life consequences, All's Well That Ends Well concerns a pooe physician's daughter who goes to Paris to heal the King and asks of him a husband; not himself, but the Count Rousillon, in whose house her good father had lived. He weds her but does not bed her, flees to the wars where he is followed by his wife in a pilgrimage of which he is the object. How she uses his lust for a virtuous young woman to trick him into bedding her and giving her a child is but the real life drama to which, or so it would appear, a good woman is forced to commit herself to get herself a husband. When this blows up in the King's face he probably wishes he. or various of these young deceivers, he's not sure which, were dead. And they al live Happily Ever After. <br>In memory of my friends Henk and Rinie, for whom I read this piece. All's Well That Ends Well. In love and peace.<br>Summary by Tony Addison</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/alls-well-that-ends-well-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
fairy tale real life consequences all s well ends well concerns pooe physician s daughter goes paris heal king asks husband himself count rousillon whose house good father lived weds bed her flees wars followed wife pilgrimage object uses lust virtuous young woman trick bedding giving child real life drama which would appear good woman forced commit get husband blows king s face probably wishes he various young deceivers he s sure which dead al live happily ever after br in memory friends henk rinie read piece all s well ends well love peace br summary tony addison p |
| 10098 |
10041 |
10680 |
Essays Before a Sonata |
Charles Ives |
Modern |
Some philosophical studies in relation to the ideas of Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne. Although the sonata is not explicitly referenced in this text, the ideas of these philosophers were attempted to be integrated into Ives' famous 'Piano Sonata No. 2 Concord, Mass.' - Summary by Reader</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/essays-before-a-sonata-by-charles-ives/ |
philosophical studies relation ideas emerson thoreau hawthorne although sonata explicitly referenced text ideas philosophers attempted integrated ives famous piano sonata no 2 concord mass summary reader p |
| 10099 |
10042 |
10681 |
Life of Charlemagne |
Thomas Hodgkin |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
Charlemagne (Charles the Great) c. 742-814 was King of the Franks, conqueror of Lombard Italy, and on Christmas day 800, was crowned by Pope Leo III as the first Holy Roman Emperor. The author tells us that he "was a man of commanding presence, more than six feet high, with large and lustrous eyes, a rather long nose, a bright and cheerful countenance, and a fine head of hair." Charles was a just ruler, a lover of learning and of women (he married five times). He was a strong supporter of the Church and of the Pope, whose divisive territorial rule in Italy he helped to establish. In this engaging, short biography, the historian Thomas Hodgkin shows how he emerged from his father's Frankish Kingdom on the Rhine to conquer and to govern fierce tribes and to revive for the first time since Rome's fall, the title of Emperor of the West - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-charlemagne-by-thomas-hodgkin/ |
charlemagne charles great c 742 814 king franks conqueror lombard italy christmas day 800 crowned pope leo iii first holy roman emperor author tells us was man commanding presence six feet high large lustrous eyes rather long nose bright cheerful countenance fine head hair charles ruler lover learning women he married five times strong supporter church pope whose divisive territorial rule italy helped establish engaging short biography historian thomas hodgkin shows emerged father s frankish kingdom rhine conquer govern fierce tribes revive first time since rome s fall title emperor west summary pamela nagami p |
| 10100 |
10043 |
10682 |
Mysteries of London Vol. II |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Mysteries of London was a best-selling novel in mid-Victorian England, published in four volumes. This is the second volume. Initially serialized in weekly installments, they were the forerunners of today's soap operas. Known as "Penny Dreadfuls", they had no claim to literary brilliance but offered readers entertainment and excitement in the form of vice, poverty, wealth, virtue, mystery and scandal in every combination and reached a mass audience. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-london-vol-ii-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
mysteries london best selling novel mid victorian england published four volumes second volume initially serialized weekly installments forerunners today s soap operas known penny dreadfuls claim literary brilliance offered readers entertainment excitement form vice poverty wealth virtue mystery scandal every combination reached mass audience summary lynne thompson |
| 10101 |
10044 |
10683 |
Inheritors |
Joseph Conrad |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
The Inheritors: An Extravagant Story (1901) is a quasi-science fiction novel on which Ford Madox Ford and Joseph Conrad collaborated. It looks at society's mental evolution and what is gained and lost in the process. Written before the first World War, its themes of corruption and the effect of the 20th Century on British aristocracy appeared to predict history. In the novel, the metaphor of the "fourth dimension" is used to explain a societal shift from a generation of people who have traditional values of interdependence, being overtaken by a modern generation who believe in expediency, callously using political power to bring down the old order. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-inheritors-by-joseph-conrad/ |
inheritors extravagant story 1901 quasi science fiction novel ford madox ford joseph conrad collaborated looks society s mental evolution gained lost process written first world war themes corruption effect 20th century british aristocracy appeared predict history novel metaphor fourth dimension used explain societal shift generation people traditional values interdependence overtaken modern generation believe expediency callously using political power bring old order summary wikipedia p |
| 10102 |
10045 |
10684 |
Wishing Well |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Children's Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Detective Fiction |
PENNY PARKER is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." In THE WISHING WELL, the once-grand, now abandoned Marborough Estate and its legendary stone wishing well have become the center of odd happenings. The reclusive owner unexpectedly returns, only to lock herself secretively away in the mansion. Soon after, an ancient stone is unearthed on the estate, upon which is carved a 400-year-old message. Or is it a hoax? Who are the two strangers who repeatedly visit the wishing well in the dead of night? Penny boldly investigates, certain that danger threatens her new friend Rhoda, a gifted, but poverty-stricken artist. - Summary by Cheryl Adam</p> |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/the-wishing-well-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is wishing well once grand abandoned marborough estate legendary stone wishing well become center odd happenings reclusive owner unexpectedly returns lock secretively away mansion soon after ancient stone unearthed estate upon carved 400 year old message hoax two strangers repeatedly visit wishing well dead night penny boldly investigates certain danger threatens new friend rhoda gifted poverty stricken artist summary cheryl adam p |
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10046 |
10685 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. V, No 5, May 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer</p> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-v-no-5-may-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer p |
| 10104 |
10047 |
10686 |
Art of Bookbinding |
Joseph W. Zaehnsdorf |
Art, Design & Architecture |
This handbook explains the art of bookbinding and simultaneously reminds us what a complex technology is to make books! Zaehnsdorf, bookbinder and son of a bookbinder, made this second edition of his book to enlighten amateurs and tradesmen alike. The whole process of binding a book and the required equipment are carefully explained to the reader. (Summary by kathrinee)</p> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-bookbinding-by-joseph-w-zaehnsdorf/ |
handbook explains art bookbinding simultaneously reminds us complex technology make books zaehnsdorf bookbinder son bookbinder made second edition book enlighten amateurs tradesmen alike whole process binding book required equipment carefully explained reader summary kathrinee p |
| 10105 |
10048 |
10687 |
One-Act Play Collection 009 |
Various |
Plays |
Ninth volume of one-act plays in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members. <br><br>\n<b>A Dramatic Evening</b> <br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10995 "> April6090 </a><br>\nMr Thaddeus Perkins: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10436 "> Jeff Moon </a><br>\nMr Edward Bradley:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\nMr Robert Yardsley: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10890 "> Tom Penn </a><br>\nJohn Barlow:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10357 "> Mike Harris </a><br>\nMrs Thaddeus Perkins:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nMrs Edward Bradley: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nJennie:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10614 "> Leanne Yau </a><br><br>\n\n<b>The Fatal Message </b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/5796 "> Linette Geisel </a><br>\nMr Thaddeus Perkins: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10436 "> Jeff Moon </a><br>\nMr Edward Bradley:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\nMr Robert Yardsley: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10890 "> Tom Penn </a><br>\nJohn Barlow:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10357 "> Mike Harris </a><br>\nMrs Thaddeus Perkins:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/3157 "> TriciaG </a><br>\nMrs Edward Bradley: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10614 "> Leanne Yau </a><br>\nJennie: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10995 "> April6090 </a><br>\nMiss Andrews:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10791 "> Gaby </a><br><br>\n\n<b>Answering the Phone </b><br>\nNarrator: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/4174 "> Availle </a><br>\nMrs Courtney: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nMiss Eleanora Courtney:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10791 "> Gaby </a><br>\nNora Flanagan:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8677 "> KHand </a><br><br>\n\n<b>Attuned</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nGrace :<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nVoice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7079 "> Chuck Williamson </a><br><br>\n\n<b>The Dance of Death</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nNero: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nSatan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nDeath: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10289 "> Tony Addison </a><br><br>\n\n<b>Fancy Free</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nFancy : <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nAlfred: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10528 "> K. Adrian Stroet </a><br>\nEthelbert: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nDelia: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10339 "> Andree-Ann Granger </a><br><br>\n\n<b>The Good Samaritan</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10615 "> Twinkle </a><br>\nPrologue and Epilogue:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nFirst Thief:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8883 "> Lydia </a><br>\nSecond Thief:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 8886 "> Esther ben Simonides </a><br>\nThird Thief: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9063 "> Anusha Iyer </a><br>\nJew:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789 "> Tomas Peter </a><br>\nPriest: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7315 "> Charlotte Duckett </a><br>\nFirst Servant:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nSecond Servant: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7079 "> Chuck Williamson </a><br>\nFirst Levite:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 7026 "> Michele Eaton </a><br>\nSecond Levite: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10031 ">Rupert Holliday</a><br>\nThe Host: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6065 "> David Olson </a><br>\nGood Samaritan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br><br>\n\n<b>In 1999</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9929 ">Zames Curran </a><br>\nJean: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nRollo: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nFlorence: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9063 "> Anusha Iyer </a><br><br>\n\n<b>Phipps</b><br> \nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nPhipps: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nLady Fanny: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br>\nSir Gerald: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10528 "> K. Adrian Stroet </a><br><br>\n\n<b>The Story of Rachel</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 9872"> Newgatenovelist </a><br>\nCaptain Cartereet: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10396 "> John Burlinson </a><br>\nRachel: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10179 "> Sonia </a><br><br>\n\n<b>Where but in America</b><br>\nNarrator:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10615 "> Twinkle </a><br>\nMollie: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10772 ">Rose33</a><br>\nBob: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10777 "> rat1260 </a><br>\nHilda:<a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/ 10776 "> HannahMB </a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-009/ |
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10049 |
10688 |
Composed Among the Ruins of a Castle in North Wales |
William Wordsworth |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In celebration of Saint David's Day 2016 (or Dydd Dewi Sant), Librivox.org presents multiple readings of Composed Among the Ruins of a Castle in North Wales by William Wordsworth. Embodying the melancholy of the uniquely welsh word "hiraeth", which roughly translates as a sense of longing for a place that can never be returned to or that never was, this poem is a fitting tribute to the celebration of the patron saint of Wales\nSummary by Charlotte Duckett</p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/composed-among-the-ruins-of-a-castle-in-north-wales-by-william-wordsworth/ |
celebration saint david s day 2016 or dydd dewi sant librivox org presents multiple readings composed among ruins castle north wales william wordsworth embodying melancholy uniquely welsh word hiraeth roughly translates sense longing place never returned never was poem fitting tribute celebration patron saint wales summary charlotte duckett p |
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10050 |
10689 |
Little Tour in France |
Henry James |
Art, Design & Architecture |
A splendid example of travel writing at its best, in this description of six week tour in France -- from Touraine, down to Provence, then back up north -- made by Henry James in 1882, and first published in the Atlantic Monthly in 1883-1884. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-tour-in-france-by-henry-james/ |
splendid example travel writing best description six week tour france touraine provence back north made henry james 1882 first published atlantic monthly 1883 1884 summary nicholas clifford p |
| 10108 |
10051 |
10690 |
Sleeping Beauty and other fairy tales (version 2) |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Sleeping Beauty, Bluebeard, Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast. All stories we of course have heard many times. But these are retold by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch in a unique way that keeps the flavor of the original French of Perrault but adds a delightful easy of reading and speaking them. - Summary by Phil chenevert.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sleeping-beauty-and-other-fairy-tales-by-charles-perrault/ |
sleeping beauty bluebeard cinderella beauty beast stories course heard many times retold sir arthur quiller couch unique way keeps flavor original french perrault adds delightful easy reading speaking them summary phil chenevert p |
| 10109 |
10052 |
10691 |
Welsh Fairy Tales |
William Elliot Griffis |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of delightful tales that explore the uniqueness of the Welsh people, Welsh heroes, Welsh countryside, Welsh animals and Welsh pride. Some other minor peoples are mentioned in passing (the English, The Scots, etc.) but mainly these stories embody the exuberant pride and joy in living of the Welsh people as well as their wry humor. Most stories are fairly short and would make a wonderful listening episode for anyone.. - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/welsh-fairy-tales-by-william-elliot-griffis/ |
collection delightful tales explore uniqueness welsh people welsh heroes welsh countryside welsh animals welsh pride minor peoples mentioned passing the english scots etc mainly stories embody exuberant pride joy living welsh people well wry humor stories fairly short would make wonderful listening episode anyone summary phil chenevert |
| 10110 |
10053 |
10692 |
Children's Tabernacle; Or, Hand Work and Heart Work |
Charlotte Maria Tucker |
Religious Fiction |
Bored with whittling, embroidery and other amusements, five children and their mother set out to build a model of the tabernacle. As the pillars are fashioned and the curtains sewn, the children learn the importance of types in the Old Testament. The showbread on the table in the Holy Place is a type of Christ being the bread of life; the offerings for leprosy were a type of cleansing from sin; the Holy of Holies was a type of God's presence, etc. One day, though, twelve-year-old Dora finds herself in trouble. Will the way be opened for her--from a mere tabernacle model to a new knowledge of forgiveness? - Summary by Bethesda Lily |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-tabernacle_by-charlotte-maria-tucker/ |
bored whittling embroidery amusements five children mother set build model tabernacle pillars fashioned curtains sewn children learn importance types old testament showbread table holy place type christ bread life offerings leprosy type cleansing sin holy holies type god s presence etc one day though twelve year old dora finds trouble way opened her from mere tabernacle model new knowledge forgiveness summary bethesda lily |
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10054 |
10693 |
Comedy of Errors (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Written sometime between 1592 and 1594, Comedy of Errors is certainly the exact recipe for a Shakespearean Comedy. Two sets of identical twin boys are born on the same day but separated when a freak tempest destroys their boat. Fast forward many years and by some twist of fate, the sets of twins are set to be reunited! But not before some false accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, demonic possession, angry wives, nuns, merchants, lectures and genuine mistaken identities. (Summary by Charlotte Duckett)<br><br><i> This play was recorded in two weeks as part of the Librivox 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare's Death celebrations </i><br><br><b>Cast List</b><br>Solinus, Balthazar, Pinch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Aegeon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10671">LindaB</a><br>Antipholus of Ephesus, First Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Antipholus of Syracuse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a><br>Dromio of Ephesus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Dromio of Syracuse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Angelo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>Aemilia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Adriana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Luciana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Luce, Officer, Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Courtezan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1066">Laurie Anne Walden</a><br>Gaoler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br>Second Merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br><br> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/the-comedy-of-errors-ver-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
written sometime 1592 1594 comedy errors certainly exact recipe shakespearean comedy two sets identical twin boys born day separated freak tempest destroys boat fast forward many years twist fate sets twins set reunited false accusations infidelity theft madness demonic possession angry wives nuns merchants lectures genuine mistaken identities summary charlotte duckett br br i play recorded two weeks part librivox 400th anniversary shakespeare s death celebrations i br br b cast list b br solinus balthazar pinch a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br aegeon a href https librivox org reader 10671 lindab a br antipholus ephesus first merchant a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br antipholus syracuse a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a br dromio ephesus a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br dromio syracuse a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br angelo a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br aemilia a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br adriana a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br luciana a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br luce officer servant a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br courtezan a href https librivox org reader 1066 laurie anne walden a br gaoler a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br second merchant a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br br |
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10055 |
10694 |
Lost Illusions: Two Poets |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
Two Poets (1837) is the first book in Balzac’s Lost Illusions trilogy, which is part of his sweeping set of novels collectively titled La Comédie Humaine. The story is set in post-Napoleonic France, when the new bourgeoisie was jostling for position alongside the old aristocracy. We meet Lucien Chardon, a young provincial who romantically aspires to be a poet, and his friend David Séchard, who struggles to manage his father’s printing shop and falls in love with Lucien’s sister Ève. The picture of provincial life that emerges is laced with greed, ambition, and duplicity.</p>\nBalzac’s work was hugely influential in the development of realism in fiction, and indeed in creating our sense of 19th-century European culture. Oscar Wilde archly said, “The 19th century, as we know it, is largely an invention of Balzac’s.” The Lost Illusions trilogy is one of his greatest achievements, and is named in the reference work 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die. The two other volumes in the trilogy are A Distinguished Provincial at Paris (1839) and Ève and David (1843). (Summary by Bruce Pirie) <p>\n<b>Other volumes in this series:</b><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/lost-illusions-a-distinguished-provincial-at-paris-by-honore-de-balzac/" target="_blank">Lost Illusions: A Distinguished Provincial At Paris</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-eve-and-david-by-honore-de-balzac/" target="_blank">Lost Illusions: Ève and David</a> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-two-poets-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
two poets 1837 first book balzac s lost illusions trilogy part sweeping set novels collectively titled la comédie humaine story set post napoleonic france new bourgeoisie jostling position alongside old aristocracy meet lucien chardon young provincial romantically aspires poet friend david séchard struggles manage father s printing shop falls love lucien s sister ève picture provincial life emerges laced greed ambition duplicity p balzac s work hugely influential development realism fiction indeed creating sense 19th century european culture oscar wilde archly said the 19th century know it largely invention balzac s lost illusions trilogy one greatest achievements named reference work 1001 books must read die two volumes trilogy distinguished provincial paris 1839 ève david 1843 summary bruce pirie p b other volumes series b br a href http librivox org lost illusions a distinguished provincial at paris by honore de balzac target _blank lost illusions distinguished provincial paris a br a href https librivox org lost illusions eve and david by honore de balzac target _blank lost illusions ève david a |
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10056 |
10696 |
Final Report of the Advisory Committee on Human Radiation Experiments |
Advisory Committee on Human Radiation Experiments |
Medical, Philosophy, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Researchers in the United States have performed thousands of human radiation experiments to determine the effects of atomic radiation and radioactive contamination on the human body. Most of these tests were performed, funded, or supervised by the United States military, Atomic Energy Commission, or various other U.S. federal government agencies. The experiments included a wide array of studies, involving things like feeding radioactive food to mentally disabled children, deliberately releasing radioactive chemicals over U.S. and Canadian cities, measuring the health effects of radioactive fallout from nuclear bomb tests, and irradiating the testicles of prison inmates, among other things. Much information about these programs was classified and kept secret. In the 1990s Eileen Welsome's reports on radiation testing for The Albuquerque Tribune prompted the creation of the Advisory Committee on Human Radiation Experiments by executive order of president Bill Clinton in order to monitor government tests; it published results in 1995. (Summary modified from Wikipedia) |
English |
1995 |
https://librivox.org/final-report-of-the-advisory-committee-on-human-radiation-experiments/ |
researchers united states performed thousands human radiation experiments determine effects atomic radiation radioactive contamination human body tests performed funded supervised united states military atomic energy commission various u s federal government agencies experiments included wide array studies involving things like feeding radioactive food mentally disabled children deliberately releasing radioactive chemicals u s canadian cities measuring health effects radioactive fallout nuclear bomb tests irradiating testicles prison inmates among things much information programs classified kept secret 1990s eileen welsome s reports radiation testing albuquerque tribune prompted creation advisory committee human radiation experiments executive order president bill clinton order monitor government tests published results 1995 summary modified wikipedia |
| 10114 |
10057 |
10697 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 021 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-021-by-various/ |
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| 10115 |
10058 |
10698 |
Kastle Krags: A Story of Mystery |
Absalom Martin |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction |
A series of murders occur at the remote seaside mansion of a millionaire in Florida. The mystery is heightened via local lore of pirates and hidden treasure, not to mention a fabled ancient octopus said to have a taste for the local black population. It's up to grad student Ned Killdare, a budding naturalist and detective, to solve the case, aided by the rich man's pretty niece, Edith. - Summary by Matt Pierard</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/kastle-krags-a-story-of-mystery-by-absalom-martin/ |
series murders occur remote seaside mansion millionaire florida mystery heightened via local lore pirates hidden treasure mention fabled ancient octopus said taste local black population grad student ned killdare budding naturalist detective solve case aided rich man s pretty niece edith summary matt pierard p |
| 10116 |
10059 |
10699 |
Bible (Fillion) Deuterocanon: Livre d'Esther |
Fillion Bible |
Bibles |
<br />Le drame que raconte le livre d'Esther "se passe en Perse, surtout dans la ville de Suse, sous le règne d'Assuérus. Les mystérieux desseins de la Providence confèrent le titre de reine à la pieuse Juive Esther, élevé par son proche parent, Mardochée. Celui-ci s'attire la haine d'Aman, le premier ministre, qui, pour se venger, obtient du roi un édit de mort contre tous les Israélites domiciliés dans l'empire perse. Mais Esther est assez puissante pour faire révoquer ce décret terrible : Aman, ses fils, et tous les ennemis des Juifs, sont mis à mort ; Mardochée devient premier ministre, et le peuple de Dieu, merveilleusement sauvé, célèbre ses actions de grâces" (extrait de l'introduction du traducteur).<br /><br /> |
French |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/biblefillion-livredesther-louis-claude-fillion/ |
br le drame que raconte le livre d esther se passe en perse surtout dans la ville de suse sous le règne d assuérus les mystérieux desseins de la providence confèrent le titre de reine à la pieuse juive esther élevé par son proche parent mardochée celui ci s attire la haine d aman le premier ministre qui pour se venger obtient du roi un édit de mort contre tous les israélites domiciliés dans l empire perse mais esther est assez puissante pour faire révoquer ce décret terrible aman ses fils et tous les ennemis des juifs sont mis à mort mardochée devient premier ministre et le peuple de dieu merveilleusement sauvé célèbre ses actions de grâces extrait de l introduction du traducteur br br |
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10060 |
10700 |
Atlantis |
Gerhart Hauptmann |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Frederick von Kammacher is a young doctor in Germany whose wife has gone insane, whose children are in a boarding school, and whose career has been destroyed by some faulty research he has done. He becomes infatuated with a teenage dancer, and on a whim he boards the the same steamship the dancer is on bound for New York. Hauptmann was heralded as a seer for his description of what happens to their steamship mid-ocean, and what in reality happened to the Titanic only months later. (Summary by Margaret) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/atlantis-by-gerhart-hauptmann/ |
frederick von kammacher young doctor germany whose wife gone insane whose children boarding school whose career destroyed faulty research done becomes infatuated teenage dancer whim boards steamship dancer bound new york hauptmann heralded seer description happens steamship mid ocean reality happened titanic months later summary margaret |
| 10118 |
10062 |
10702 |
Inside Earth |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
This story takes place in the not so distant future. Earth has been conquered and is a subjugated planet, the much too humanoid new rulers now extract heavy taxes, control industry and reproduction and interfere in every aspect of life. Rumors of their brutality and vicious massacres increase every day. Obviously, they must be thrown out and rebellion seethes among the patriots. But on the other hand, others are not so eager to get rid of the overlords: the terrible nationalistic wars have been stopped, famine is long gone and health care is almost universally available. Still, the elite intellectual portion of the earth's population plot to remove the heavy heel of the oppressors from their necks and let earth be free again. But time and again the attempts for freedom have been crushed the Valgolians mainly because national, ethnic, religious and racial predjudices and hatred among the earthlings keep the conspirators from working together. Obviously, no conqueror wants his subjects to revolt against his rule. Obviously? This one would go to any lengths to start a rebellion! </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/inside-earth-by-poul-william-anderson/ |
story takes place distant future earth conquered subjugated planet much humanoid new rulers extract heavy taxes control industry reproduction interfere every aspect life rumors brutality vicious massacres increase every day obviously must thrown rebellion seethes among patriots hand others eager get rid overlords terrible nationalistic wars stopped famine long gone health care almost universally available still elite intellectual portion earth s population plot remove heavy heel oppressors necks let earth free again time attempts freedom crushed valgolians mainly national ethnic religious racial predjudices hatred among earthlings keep conspirators working together obviously conqueror wants subjects revolt rule obviously one would go lengths start rebellion p |
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10063 |
10703 |
Summa Theologica - 13 Tertia Pars, The Saviour: His Incarnation and His Salvific Acts |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
The Summa Theologica (or the Summa Theologiae or simply the Summa, written 1265–1274) is the most famous work of Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–1274) although it was never finished. It was intended as a manual for beginners and a compilation of all of the main theological teachings of that time. It summarizes the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, which, before the Protestant Reformation, subsisted solely in the Roman Catholic Church. The Summa's topics follow a cycle: the existence of God, God's creation, Man, Man's purpose, Christ, the Sacraments, and back to God. (Summary adapted from the Wikipedia)<br><br>\n\nThis selection of the Summa Theologica covers questions 1-59 of the Tertia Pars ("Third Part"), comprising a Treatise on the Saviour: the Mystery of the Incarnation in itself (questions 1-26), and on what things the Incarnate Son of God did or suffered in the human nature united to Him (questions 27-59). |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/summa-theologica-13-tertia-pars-the-saviour-his-incarnation-and-his-salvific-acts-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
summa theologica or summa theologiae simply summa written 1265 1274 famous work thomas aquinas c 1225 1274 although never finished intended manual beginners compilation main theological teachings time summarizes reasoning almost points christian theology west which protestant reformation subsisted solely roman catholic church summa s topics follow cycle existence god god s creation man man s purpose christ sacraments back god summary adapted wikipedia br br selection summa theologica covers questions 1 59 tertia pars third part comprising treatise saviour mystery incarnation questions 1 26 things incarnate son god suffered human nature united questions 27 59 |
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10064 |
10704 |
Poetry Everywhere |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as the Savoy operas) produced in collaboration with the composer Sir Arthur Sullivan. The most famous of these include H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and one of the most frequently performed works in the history of musical theatre, The Mikado.\n\nGilbert also wrote the Bab Ballads, an extensive collection of light verse accompanied by his own comical drawings. His creative output included over 75 plays and libretti, numerous stories, poems, lyrics and various other comic and serious pieces. His plays and realistic style of stage direction inspired other dramatists, including Oscar Wilde and George Bernard Shaw. According to The Cambridge History of English and American Literature, Gilbert's "lyrical facility and his mastery of metre raised the poetical quality of comic opera to a position that it had never reached before and has not reached since" - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-everywhere-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
sir william schwenck gilbert english dramatist librettist poet illustrator best known fourteen comic operas known savoy operas produced collaboration composer sir arthur sullivan famous include h m s pinafore pirates penzance one frequently performed works history musical theatre mikado gilbert also wrote bab ballads extensive collection light verse accompanied comical drawings creative output included 75 plays libretti numerous stories poems lyrics various comic serious pieces plays realistic style stage direction inspired dramatists including oscar wilde george bernard shaw according cambridge history english american literature gilbert s lyrical facility mastery metre raised poetical quality comic opera position never reached reached since summary wikipedia p |
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10065 |
10705 |
Sleeper |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature as a whole, he was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. Poe is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction. He was the first well-known American writer to try to earn a living through writing alone, resulting in a financially difficult life and career. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-sleeper-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe american writer editor literary critic poe best known poetry short stories particularly tales mystery macabre widely regarded central figure romanticism united states american literature whole one country s earliest practitioners short story poe generally considered inventor detective fiction genre credited contributing emerging genre science fiction first well known american writer try earn living writing alone resulting financially difficult life career summary wikipedia p |
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10066 |
10706 |
Katharine Lauderdale Volume 2 |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Katherine Lauderdale would be a New York society belle, if it were not for her miserly father. Her older sister has escaped the unhappy parental home by marrying and Katherine plans to do the same, but her father has already refused to sanction her nuptials with her cousin and childhood sweetheart, Jack Ralston. How will the young couple's defiance of family and society affect their future life together? Will they even be able to have a future together? - Summary by Lynne Thompson</p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/katharine-lauderdale-vol-2-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
katherine lauderdale would new york society belle miserly father older sister escaped unhappy parental home marrying katherine plans same father already refused sanction nuptials cousin childhood sweetheart jack ralston young couple s defiance family society affect future life together even able future together summary lynne thompson p |
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11182 |
11844 |
Short Life |
Francis Donovan |
Science Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
At two years old, Timmy was an imbecile, incapable of talking or controlling his own body. At four years old, he abruptly stood up and began speaking in full sentences. Within a few years, he was a genius. But it was all a terrible mistake, one that might put the whole universe at risk. - Summary by Peter Eastman |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-short-life-by-francis-donovan/ |
two years old timmy imbecile incapable talking controlling body four years old abruptly stood began speaking full sentences within years genius terrible mistake one might put whole universe risk summary peter eastman |
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10067 |
10707 |
Roosevelt Bears |
Seymour Eaton |
Action & Adventure |
"The Roosevelt Bears - Their Travels and Adventures" is full of fun as we follow the journeys and mishaps of two big, delightful bears. Tired of life in the West of America and eager to see places of which they had only heard, Teddy-B and Teddy-G head east. All ages will laugh and enjoy the antics told in lively rhyme - whether riding a train, donkey, balloon or boat, running a farm, attending school, or (oh, no!)... sitting in jail. - Summary by HannahMary</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-bears-by-seymour-eaton/ |
the roosevelt bears travels adventures full fun follow journeys mishaps two big delightful bears tired life west america eager see places heard teddy b teddy g head east ages laugh enjoy antics told lively rhyme whether riding train donkey balloon boat running farm attending school oh no sitting jail summary hannahmary p |
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10068 |
10708 |
Famous Impostors |
Bram Stoker |
Biography & Autobiography |
Aliases. Fraudsters. Confidence tricksters. People pretending to be what they are not, for financial, political or personal gain. Fiction is filled with them to entertain us; but would not be anywhere near as believable if such people had not, in reality, existed since time immemorial. In this work, the famous Bram Stoker throws light on just a few such people, who have tricked their way into the annals of history. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/famous-impostors-by-bram-stoker/ |
aliases fraudsters confidence tricksters people pretending not financial political personal gain fiction filled entertain us would anywhere near believable people not reality existed since time immemorial work famous bram stoker throws light people tricked way annals history summary lynne thompson |
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10069 |
10709 |
Hedda Gabler (version 2) |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
Hedda Gabler has just returned from her honeymoon. She has married out of ennui, and is already heartily sick of her husband, who is a plodding, pedantic academic. Upon moving into her new Christiania home, she soon discovers that Thea Elvsted, an old schoolmate whom she always envied and despised, has boldly left her marriage in order to be with Eilert Lövborg, a former lover of Hedda who is trying to overcome a past life of debauchery and alcoholism by creating a revolutionary new work of philosophy and returning to respectability. Another old flame, Judge Brack, tries to wheedle his way back into Hedda’s life by any means possible. Yearning to exercise power over someone, anyone, to “mould a human destiny,” Hedda begins callously to manipulate the people around her to devastating effect. Written at the height of Ibsen’s mature period, this play has endured as one of the most-performed and most powerful of all Ibsen’s works. Hedda is both perpetrator and victim, a psychologically-complex, frustrated woman trying to assert some control over her world.\n( Expatriate)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/hedda-gabler-version-2-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
hedda gabler returned honeymoon married ennui already heartily sick husband plodding pedantic academic upon moving new christiania home soon discovers thea elvsted old schoolmate always envied despised boldly left marriage order eilert lövborg former lover hedda trying overcome past life debauchery alcoholism creating revolutionary new work philosophy returning respectability another old flame judge brack tries wheedle way back hedda s life means possible yearning exercise power someone anyone mould human destiny hedda begins callously manipulate people around devastating effect written height ibsen s mature period play endured one most performed powerful ibsen s works hedda perpetrator victim psychologically complex frustrated woman trying assert control world expatriate p |
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10070 |
10710 |
Shandygaff |
Christopher Morley |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
A number of most agreeable Inquirendoes upon Life & Letters, interspersed with Short Stories & Skits, the whole most Diverting to the Reader. (Title page) SHANDYGAFF: a very refreshing drink, being a mixture of bitter ale or beer and ginger-beer, commonly drunk by the lower classes in England, and by strolling tinkers, low church parsons, newspaper men, journalists, and prizefighters. Said to have been invented by Henry VIII as a solace for his matrimonial difficulties. It is believed that a continual bibbing of shandygaff saps the will, the nerves, the resolution, and the finer faculties, but there are those who will abide no other tipple. (John Mistletoe: Dictionary of Deplorable Facts.) Christopher Morley (1890 – 1957) was an American journalist, novelist, essayist and poet. Here are thirty-five of his humorous essays. - Summary by Book Preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/shandygaff-by-christopher-morley/ |
number agreeable inquirendoes upon life letters interspersed short stories skits whole diverting reader title page shandygaff refreshing drink mixture bitter ale beer ginger beer commonly drunk lower classes england strolling tinkers low church parsons newspaper men journalists prizefighters said invented henry viii solace matrimonial difficulties believed continual bibbing shandygaff saps will nerves resolution finer faculties abide tipple john mistletoe dictionary deplorable facts christopher morley 1890 1957 american journalist novelist essayist poet thirty five humorous essays summary book preface david wales p |
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10071 |
10711 |
Friendly Fairies |
Johnny Gruelle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Friendly Fairies is a popular book by Johnny Gruelle who is known as the creator of Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy. Listen to fifteen captivating stories which will carry away you and your children to the world of fairy tales. - Summary by ShiNeko |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/friendly-fairies-by-johnny-gruelle/ |
friendly fairies popular book johnny gruelle known creator raggedy ann raggedy andy listen fifteen captivating stories carry away children world fairy tales summary shineko |
| 10129 |
10072 |
10712 |
Taming of the Shrew (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
When local drunkard Christopher Sly walks into a tavern, the last thing he expects is a complex trick where, to the amusement of many others, he is tricked into believing that he's a nobleman! And so begins the Taming of the Shrew, one of Shakespeare's earlier comedies. For the enjoyment of this "lord", a group of players perform a tale of love and devotion, where the beautiful Bianca is pursued by many suitors. But there's a catch. Before her father will allow Bianca to marry, he must find a suitable match for his older daughter, the fiery "shrew" of the title, Katherina. Enter Petruccio, who has "come to wive it wealthily in Padua" and will stop at nothing to tame this shrew! <br>\n<i> This play was recorded in two weeks as part of Librivox's celebration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death </i><br /><br /><b>Cast List</b><br />Narrator, Philip: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Christopher Sly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10671">LindaB</a><br>Hostess, Bianca, Peter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Lord, Grumio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>First Huntsman, Messenger, Biondello, Joseph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Second Huntsman, Katharina, Fourth Servant, Nicholas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Player, Lucentio, Nathaniel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>First Servant, Pedant, Tailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Second Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>Third Servant, Vincentio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>Page, Petruchio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a><br>Tranio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi</a><br>Baptista: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Gremio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H Dolbier</a><br>Hortensio, Curtis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>Haberdasher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br>Widow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br><br>Audio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a><br><br /> |
English |
1590 |
https://librivox.org/the-taming-of-the-shrew-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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10073 |
10713 |
Roads of Destiny |
O. Henry |
Satire, Westerns, Single Author Collections |
This is another collection of O. Henry short stories. - Summary by Sid |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/roads-of-destiny-by-o-henry/ |
another collection o henry short stories summary sid |
| 10131 |
10074 |
10715 |
Elements of Geology |
William Ruschenberger |
Education, Science, Modern (19th C) |
Elements of Geology is one in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. This succinct little textbook from 1846 presents an introduction to geology. The information, albeit not current, is still interesting and of use as a general overview of the subject as well as interesting look into the period. Please note that some of the information has changed considerably since this time. The author was a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-geology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements geology one series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook 1846 presents introduction geology information albeit current still interesting use general overview subject well interesting look period please note information changed considerably since time author surgeon u s navy president academy natural sciences summary amy gramour |
| 10132 |
10075 |
10716 |
Recalled to Life |
Grant Allen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A woman is haunted by a terrible event she witnessed in her youth but is unable to make sense of -- a murder, the sight of which is so traumatic that it drives every memory of life up to that moment from her mind. The murdered man was her father, she learns later, She can recall the murder scene, the sight of her father dying in his library, and one other thing. She saw the murderer. But when she calls that scene to mind, the murderer's face is blank. Gradually, over a period of years, memories begin to return in fits and starts. But are the memories credible, and will they aid her in her quest to put a face to her father's murderer? (Summary by Jacquerie) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/recalled-to-life-by-grant-allen/ |
woman haunted terrible event witnessed youth unable make sense murder sight traumatic drives every memory life moment mind murdered man father learns later recall murder scene sight father dying library one thing saw murderer calls scene mind murderer s face blank gradually period years memories begin return fits starts memories credible aid quest put face father s murderer summary jacquerie |
| 10133 |
10076 |
10717 |
Libro VI de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Histieo continúa induciendo a los Jonios a batirse contra los Persas. Derrota de la armada jonia y toma de Mileto. La armada persa se dirige\ncontra Atenas y naufraga. Batalla de Maratón. Milciades, célebre desde la batalla de Maratón, es acusado por no haber tomado Paros, pero absuelto de la pena capital por la conquista de Lemnos, que hiciera en otro tiempo. - Summary by Tux</p> |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-vi-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodotus/ |
histieo continúa induciendo los jonios batirse contra los persas derrota de la armada jonia toma de mileto la armada persa se dirige contra atenas naufraga batalla de maratón milciades célebre desde la batalla de maratón es acusado por haber tomado paros pero absuelto de la pena capital por la conquista de lemnos que hiciera en otro tiempo summary tux p |
| 10134 |
10077 |
10718 |
Wine |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale (August 8, 1884 – January 29, 1933) was an American lyric poet.\n\nTeasdale's first poem was published in Reedy's Mirror, a local newspaper, in 1907. Her first collection of poems, Sonnets to Duse and Other Poems, was published that same year.\n\nTeasdale's second collection, Helen of Troy and Other Poems, was published in 1911.[2] It was well received by critics, who praised its lyrical mastery and romantic subject matter.\nTeasdale's third poetry collection, Rivers to the Sea, was published in 1915. It was and is a bestseller, being reprinted several times.\n\nIn 1918 she won a Pulitzer Prize for her 1917 poetry collection Love Songs. It was "made possible by a special grant from The Poetry Society"; however, the sponsoring organization now lists it as the earliest Pulitzer Prize for Poetry (inaugurated 1922). - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wine-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale august 8 1884 january 29 1933 american lyric poet teasdale s first poem published reedy s mirror local newspaper 1907 first collection poems sonnets duse poems published year teasdale s second collection helen troy poems published 1911 2 well received critics praised lyrical mastery romantic subject matter teasdale s third poetry collection rivers sea published 1915 bestseller reprinted several times 1918 pulitzer prize 1917 poetry collection love songs made possible special grant poetry society however sponsoring organization lists earliest pulitzer prize poetry inaugurated 1922 summary wikipedia p |
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10078 |
10719 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 01: Mateo |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Mateo (comúnmente conocido como Evangelio según San Mateo)\n\nMateo fue escrito a sus compañeros judíos para demostrar que Jesucristo es el Mesías prometido a Israel, el Rey de toda la tierra, y para dejar en claro el Reino de Dios. Es el eslabón de unión entre el viejo y el nuevo testamento de la Biblia, centrándose en el cumplimiento de la profecía. Su autor fue Mateo, también conocido como Leví, uno de los 12 discípulos de Jesucristo.\n\nMateo no fue escrito para hacer la crónica de los acontecimientos de la vida de Jesús, sino para presentar la evidencia innegable de que Jesucristo es el Salvador prometido, el Mesías, el Rey de reyes y Señor de señores. Comienza por lo que representa la genealogía de Jesús, luego su nacimiento, bautismo y su ministerio público. Los milagros registrados en Mateo revelan la autoridad de Jesús y su verdadera identidad. (Claudia Barrett)</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-01-mateo-by-reina-valera/ |
mateo comúnmente conocido como evangelio según san mateo mateo fue escrito sus compañeros judíos para demostrar que jesucristo es el mesías prometido israel el rey de toda la tierra para dejar en claro el reino de dios es el eslabón de unión entre el viejo el nuevo testamento de la biblia centrándose en el cumplimiento de la profecía su autor fue mateo también conocido como leví uno de los 12 discípulos de jesucristo mateo fue escrito para hacer la crónica de los acontecimientos de la vida de jesús sino para presentar la evidencia innegable de que jesucristo es el salvador prometido el mesías el rey de reyes señor de señores comienza por lo que representa la genealogía de jesús luego su nacimiento bautismo su ministerio público los milagros registrados en mateo revelan la autoridad de jesús su verdadera identidad claudia barrett p |
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10079 |
10720 |
Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 9 |
Samuel Richardson |
Epistolary Fiction |
In Volume 9 Clarissa hastens to her fate and the various culprits reap the consequences of their crimes of indifference, cruelty and neglect. One of the earliest and certainly the longest novel in the English language, with a wide-ranging influence not only on the English novel, but also on nineteenth century European literature at large, it is gripping, twisted and a magnificent dramatic soap opera.\n\n - Summary by Nicole Lee</p> |
English |
1748 |
https://librivox.org/clarissa-harlowe-or-the-history-of-a-young-lady-volume-9-by-samuel-richardson/ |
volume 9 clarissa hastens fate various culprits reap consequences crimes indifference cruelty neglect one earliest certainly longest novel english language wide ranging influence english novel also nineteenth century european literature large gripping twisted magnificent dramatic soap opera summary nicole lee p |
| 10137 |
10080 |
10721 |
Great Disasters and Horrors in the World's History |
Allen H. Godbey |
*Non-fiction |
"Mankind is constantly astonished by reports of mishaps and disasters of manifold character, when there is seldom room for astonishment. A large proportion of the calamities reported from day to day are directly due to the haste, greed, and heedlessness of man himself, and need no comment.\n\nBut there is a large class of disasters, due solely to meteorological or geological conditions, which surpass all others in magnitude and appalling destruction. In such cases men insist on prating about “mysterious visitations,” as though these occurrences were subject to the dominion of no law. To an examination of such is this book devoted." From the preface. |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/great-disasters-and-horrors-in-the-worlds-history-by-allen-h-godbey/ |
mankind constantly astonished reports mishaps disasters manifold character seldom room astonishment large proportion calamities reported day day directly due haste greed heedlessness man himself need comment large class disasters due solely meteorological geological conditions surpass others magnitude appalling destruction cases men insist prating mysterious visitations though occurrences subject dominion law examination book devoted preface |
| 10138 |
10082 |
10723 |
Technique of the Mystery Story |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Writing & Linguistics |
For one, I have never been one of those who apologize for my frank and never-ending delight in mystery stories. Their mazes have led me unwearied through miles of printed pages, and if only the problem has been worth while, and its pursuit has led along surprising ways, past shuddery thickets and over fearsome bridges, my soul has returned to sober affairs refreshed and content. In a word, here is a remarkable volume which shows us how the wheels go round, not by dogmatic statement, but by an amazing breadth and variety of citation and quotation, showing not only what great mystery writers have thought of their art, but illustrating by apposite examples how they secured their effects. - Summary by J. Berg Esenwein, editor of The Writer’s Library published by The Home Correspondence School, from Introduction |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-technique-of-the-mystery-story-by-carolyn-wells/ |
one never one apologize frank never ending delight mystery stories mazes led unwearied miles printed pages problem worth while pursuit led along surprising ways past shuddery thickets fearsome bridges soul returned sober affairs refreshed content word remarkable volume shows us wheels go round dogmatic statement amazing breadth variety citation quotation showing great mystery writers thought art illustrating apposite examples secured effects summary j berg esenwein editor writer s library published home correspondence school introduction |
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10083 |
10724 |
Future of the Women's Movement |
Helena Swanwick |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
"There may seem to be a disappointing lack of prophesy in a book avowedly dealing with the future; but since I believe the women’s movement to be a seeking for knowledge and good, to show what is reasonable and good in the movement is to show what will persist and triumph. Through all our faults and mistakes, we women are aiming at better understanding and co-operation with men, and a better adaptation to one another of conditions and persons. We are having to hammer out for ourselves the right principles of government. We can take them ready-made from no man. Doubtless we shall flounder considerably, as men have done—and do. But there is little fear that in the long-run the best minds of men and women will not have a common principle." (From the Introduction) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/future-womens-movement-by-helena-swanwick/ |
there may seem disappointing lack prophesy book avowedly dealing future since believe women s movement seeking knowledge good show reasonable good movement show persist triumph faults mistakes women aiming better understanding co operation men better adaptation one another conditions persons hammer right principles government take ready made man doubtless shall flounder considerably men done and do little fear long run best minds men women common principle from introduction |
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10084 |
10725 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 064 |
Various |
Short Stories |
This collection comprises 20 short stories of various genres, chosen by the readers. Contributions include works from Guy de Maupassant, Rudyard Kipling, Ray Bradbury, Anton Chekhov, and Gustave Flaubert, among others. - Summary by Ruth Golding</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-064/ |
collection comprises 20 short stories various genres chosen readers contributions include works guy de maupassant rudyard kipling ray bradbury anton chekhov gustave flaubert among others summary ruth golding p |
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10085 |
10726 |
Coming of the Princess, and Other Poems |
Kate Seymour MacLean |
Poetry |
There is truth, doubtless, in the remark, that we are enriched less by what we have than by what we hope to have. As the poetic art in Canada has had little of an appreciable past, it may therefore be thought that the songs that are to catch and retain the ear of the nation lie still in the future, and are as yet unsung. Doubtless the chords have yet to be struck that are to give to Canada the songs of her loftiest genius; but he would be an ill friend of the country's literature who would slight the achievements of the present in reaching solely after what, it is hoped, the coming time will bring.\n<br></br>\nBut whatever of lyrical treasure the future may enshrine in Canadian literature, and however deserving may be the claims of the volumes of verse that have already appeared from the native press, I am bold to claim for these productions of Mrs. MacLean's muse a high place in the national collection and a warm corner in the national heart. - Summary by G. Mercer Adam, in the preface.</p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-of-the-princess-and-other-poems-by-kate-seymour-maclean/ |
truth doubtless remark enriched less hope have poetic art canada little appreciable past may therefore thought songs catch retain ear nation lie still future yet unsung doubtless chords yet struck give canada songs loftiest genius would ill friend country s literature would slight achievements present reaching solely what hoped coming time bring br br whatever lyrical treasure future may enshrine canadian literature however deserving may claims volumes verse already appeared native press bold claim productions mrs maclean s muse high place national collection warm corner national heart summary g mercer adam preface p |
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10086 |
10727 |
Village and The Library |
George Crabbe |
Poetry |
The Village is Crabbe’s corrective to the rosy-tinted view of English village and rural working class life. He was a stark realist, as a priest and surgeon having been privy to so much of actual, rather than ideal, life. The Library is his appreciation of the value of books and literature. George Crabbe (1754 – 1832) was an English poet, surgeon, and clergyman. He is best known for his early use of the realistic narrative form and his descriptions of middle and working-class life and people. Lord Byron described him as "nature's sternest painter, yet the best." Crabbe's poetry was predominantly in the form of heroic couplets, and has been described as unsentimental in its depiction of provincial life and society. Though his poetry has fallen out of favor, he was greatly appreciated by Wordsworth, Scott, Byron, Coleridge, and others - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/the-village-and-the-library-by-george-crabbe/ |
village crabbe s corrective rosy tinted view english village rural working class life stark realist priest surgeon privy much actual rather ideal life library appreciation value books literature george crabbe 1754 1832 english poet surgeon clergyman best known early use realistic narrative form descriptions middle working class life people lord byron described nature s sternest painter yet best crabbe s poetry predominantly form heroic couplets described unsentimental depiction provincial life society though poetry fallen favor greatly appreciated wordsworth scott byron coleridge others summary david wales |
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10087 |
10728 |
Bible (ERV) NT 01: Matthew |
English Revised Version |
Bibles |
The Gospel According to Matthew is one of the four canonical gospels, one of the three synoptic gospels, and the first book of the New Testament. The narrative tells how the Messiah, Jesus, rejected by Israel, finally sends the disciples to preach his Gospel to the whole world. - Summary by Glenn O'Brien |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/bible-erv-nt-01-the-gospel-according-to-s-matthew-by-english-revised-version/ |
gospel according matthew one four canonical gospels one three synoptic gospels first book new testament narrative tells messiah jesus rejected israel finally sends disciples preach gospel whole world summary glenn o brien |
| 10144 |
10089 |
10730 |
Mark Twain: The Complete Interviews |
Mark Twain |
Biography & Autobiography, Humor, Modern (19th C) |
This collection of the 258 known, publicly-printed interviews of Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens) was compiled by Gary Scharnhorst and published by the University of Alabama Press. The interviews are in the Public Domain, and our thanks go to Gary Scharnhorst and the University of Alabama for making them available for this Public Domain audio recording. They were compiled in the University of Alabama Press book entitled "Mark Twain: The Complete Interviews" and are arranged, chronologically, from Twain's first authenticated interview in 1871, to his last interview in 1910. Here's how Professor Scharnhorst has characterized the interviews:\nInterviews 1-20 The Growth of Mark Twain's Early Reputation, 1871-1884\nInterviews 21-39 The "Twins of Genius" Tour, 1884-1885\nInterviews 40-59 The Best and Worst of Times, 1886-1895\nInterviews 60-81 Across North America, 1895\nInterviews 82-120 Across Australia, Asia, and Africa, 1895-1896 \nInterviews 121-151 "Ambassador at Large" and Man of Letters, 1897-1901 \nInterviews 152-170 Last Visit to Mississippi, 1902\nInterviews 171-195 At Large, 1902-1906\nInterviews 196-220 "Dean of Humorists," 1906-1907\nInterviews 221-235 Visit to Oxford, 1907\nInterviews 236-258 The Long Goodbye, 1907-1910\nExtensive analysis (for instance how other publications interpreted identical interview sessions), notes, appendix and index are included in the printed work. - Summary by John Greenman |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-the-complete-interviews-by-mark-twain/ |
collection 258 known publicly printed interviews mark twain samuel langhorne clemens compiled gary scharnhorst published university alabama press interviews public domain thanks go gary scharnhorst university alabama making available public domain audio recording compiled university alabama press book entitled mark twain complete interviews arranged chronologically twain s first authenticated interview 1871 last interview 1910 here s professor scharnhorst characterized interviews interviews 1 20 growth mark twain s early reputation 1871 1884 interviews 21 39 twins genius tour 1884 1885 interviews 40 59 best worst times 1886 1895 interviews 60 81 across north america 1895 interviews 82 120 across australia asia africa 1895 1896 interviews 121 151 ambassador large man letters 1897 1901 interviews 152 170 last visit mississippi 1902 interviews 171 195 large 1902 1906 interviews 196 220 dean humorists 1906 1907 interviews 221 235 visit oxford 1907 interviews 236 258 long goodbye 1907 1910 extensive analysis for instance publications interpreted identical interview sessions notes appendix index included printed work summary john greenman |
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10090 |
10731 |
Teacup Club (Dramatic Reading) |
Eliza Armstrong |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
The Teacup Club (For the Advancement of Woman) is formed when Dorothy decides to found an intellectual club of her own - to teach her fiance a lesson! The club’s discussion topics (official) includes Theosophy, Politics and Women in Legislature. The club’s unofficial topics include Emily’s new dress, man-flu (it's causes and cures) and the great mystery of the missing chafing-dish. A witty drama and a comedy of manners, secrets and politics (both official and unofficial). - Summary by Elizabby\n\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br/>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br/>\nEvelyn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a><br/>\nEmily: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br/>\nDorothy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br/>\nFrances: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br/>\nElise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia </a><br/>\nMarion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11109">Vicki Hibbins</a><br/>\nCatharine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br/><br/>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny </a><br></br>\n<b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br/><br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-teacup-club-by-eliza-armstrong/ |
teacup club for advancement woman formed dorothy decides found intellectual club teach fiance lesson club s discussion topics official includes theosophy politics women legislature club s unofficial topics include emily s new dress man flu it s causes cures great mystery missing chafing dish witty drama comedy manners secrets politics both official unofficial summary elizabby br br b cast list b br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br evelyn a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a br emily a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br dorothy a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br frances a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br elise a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br marion a href https librivox org reader 11109 vicki hibbins a br catharine a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br b proof listeners b a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br br |
| 10146 |
10091 |
10732 |
Half-Hours with the Idiot |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Humorous Fiction |
Mr Idiot returns with his opinions on a number of diverse topics, including women, taxation, and international diplomacy. As always, the Idiot's silly soliloquies are packed with equal parts ridiculous fallacy and sly wit. Which is your favourite? (Kim) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/half-hours-with-the-idiot-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
mr idiot returns opinions number diverse topics including women taxation international diplomacy always idiot s silly soliloquies packed equal parts ridiculous fallacy sly wit favourite kim |
| 10147 |
10092 |
10733 |
Rachel Gray |
Julia Kavanagh |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Kavanagh's books feature strong young women, like herself, and had much popular appeal among that audience during her lifetime. She lived most of her life in France, caring for her invalid mother, remaining unmarried. 'Rachel Gray' is founded on fact although the author used her imagination to embellish the story. She said that she wished to 'show the intellectual, the educated, the fortunate, that minds which they are apt to slight as narrow, that lives which they pity as moving in the straight and gloomy paths of mediocrity, are often blessed and graced beyond the usual lot, with those lovely aspirations towards better deeds and immortal things, without which life is indeed a thing of little worth; cold and dull as a sunless day.'\nWe find Rachel a dressmaker in a poor neighborhood in London, living with her step-mother and two apprentices. Unloved and lonely, she loses herself in contemplation of God, charity and the beauty of life; but her day-dreaming has led to the reputation of being "slow" or "dim-witted" and she is despised by all, except Richard Jones, the father of one of the apprentices. Rather than being one of the millions of anonymous poor, Rachel Gray proves herself to be one of those whom heaven smiles upon. ( Lynne Thompson) </p> |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/rachel-gray-by-julia-kavanagh/ |
kavanagh s books feature strong young women like herself much popular appeal among audience lifetime lived life france caring invalid mother remaining unmarried rachel gray founded fact although author used imagination embellish story said wished show intellectual educated fortunate minds apt slight narrow lives pity moving straight gloomy paths mediocrity often blessed graced beyond usual lot lovely aspirations towards better deeds immortal things without life indeed thing little worth cold dull sunless day find rachel dressmaker poor neighborhood london living step mother two apprentices unloved lonely loses contemplation god charity beauty life day dreaming led reputation slow dim witted despised all except richard jones father one apprentices rather one millions anonymous poor rachel gray proves one heaven smiles upon lynne thompson p |
| 10148 |
10093 |
10734 |
Psychology of Peoples: Its Influence on Their Evolution |
Gustave Le Bon |
*Non-fiction |
"It is barely a century and a half ago that certain philosophers, who, it should be remarked, were very ignorant of the primitive history of man, of the variations of his mental constitution and of the laws of heredity, propounded the idea of the equality of individuals and races... It is in the name of this idea that socialism, which seems destined to enslave before long the majority of Western peoples, pretends to ensure their welfare... The object of this work is to describe the psychological characteristics which constitute the soul of races, and to show how the history of a people and its civilisation are determined by these characteristics... We shall then examine whether the elements composing a civilisation, its arts, its institutions, its beliefs, are not direct manifestations of the soul of races, and whether in consequence, it is not impossible that they should pass from one people to another. We shall conclude by attempting to determine what are the necessities under the influence of which civilisations decay and die out." - extracts from the Introduction. Also, "...The author's central thesis is that chance, environment and institutions play but secondary parts in the history of a people. Character (race) is the important thing. This character - a people's morality and conduct - is determined mainly by its ancestry. After character, ideas, and particularly religious ideas are the most important factors in the evolution of a civilisation. The possession of a small number of highly developed minds is what differentiates a superior from an inferior race." - Mind a Quarterly Review of Psychology and Philosophy. Edited by \nG. F. Stout. The Aberdeen University Press. Vol. VIII.-1899. p. 122-23.\n \n - Summary by Oxenhandler</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-psychology-of-peoples-its-influence-on-their-evolution-by-gustave-le-bon/ |
it barely century half ago certain philosophers who remarked ignorant primitive history man variations mental constitution laws heredity propounded idea equality individuals races name idea socialism seems destined enslave long majority western peoples pretends ensure welfare object work describe psychological characteristics constitute soul races show history people civilisation determined characteristics shall examine whether elements composing civilisation arts institutions beliefs direct manifestations soul races whether consequence impossible pass one people another shall conclude attempting determine necessities influence civilisations decay die out extracts introduction also the author s central thesis chance environment institutions play secondary parts history people character race important thing character people s morality conduct determined mainly ancestry character ideas particularly religious ideas important factors evolution civilisation possession small number highly developed minds differentiates superior inferior race mind quarterly review psychology philosophy edited g f stout aberdeen university press vol viii 1899 p 122 23 summary oxenhandler p |
| 10149 |
10094 |
10735 |
Caliban by the Yellow Sands |
Percy MacKaye |
Published 1900 onward, Drama |
Caliban, the primitive, savage son of the witch Sycorax and the evil frog-tiger god Setebos, seeks to obtain knowledge and become civilized from a strange magician named Prospero and his young daughter, Miranda. Through fantastic visions (including of Shakespeare plays), poetry, song and dance, thus begins the slow, gradual education of a inquisitive brute as he faces enlightenment and wicked temptation. <br><br>Serving as a thematic companion piece and maybe spiritual prequel and midquel to William Shakespeare's [i]The Tempest[/i], [i]Caliban by the Yellow Sands[/i] was a massive, elaborate and outdoor "community masque" performed from 1916-1917 in New York and Boston as part of the three-hundredth anniversary of Shakespeare's death. Preaching an anti-war message in response to the current events of World War I, it was a smashing success, as it was seen by over two hundred thousand spectators and utilized 1500 amateur artisans and actors to bring its giant vision to life. Summary by Mary Kay<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10603">Amelia Chesley</a><br>Caliban: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>Miranda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11354">Kieren Metts</a><br>Prospero: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Ariel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>Voices from Below / Power of Setebos / All / The Dirge / The Soldiers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789?primary_key=10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Voices from Within / Spirits of Ariel / All / The Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645?primary_key=3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Sycorax / Cleopatra / Juliet / War / The Voice / Mrs. Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Cressida / Charmian / Perdita / Lust / The Emperor / Mrs. Quickly / The Spirit of Time: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>Antony / Troilus / Horatio / Benvolio / Adam / Sir John Falstaff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Pandarus / Ghost of Caesar / Hamlet / Mercutio / Lorenzo / The Duke / Sir Hugh Evans / King Henry the Fifth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425?primary_key=8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Attendant / Brutus / Florizel / Marcellus / Romeo / Orlando / Pistol: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11341">Dafni Ma</a><br>Eros / The Boy / Lucius / Death / Jacques / Mrs. Ford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/caliban-by-the-yellow-sands-by-percy-mackaye/ |
caliban primitive savage son witch sycorax evil frog tiger god setebos seeks obtain knowledge become civilized strange magician named prospero young daughter miranda fantastic visions including shakespeare plays poetry song dance thus begins slow gradual education inquisitive brute faces enlightenment wicked temptation br br serving thematic companion piece maybe spiritual prequel midquel william shakespeare s i the tempest i i caliban yellow sands i massive elaborate outdoor community masque performed 1916 1917 new york boston part three hundredth anniversary shakespeare s death preaching anti war message response current events world war i smashing success seen two hundred thousand spectators utilized 1500 amateur artisans actors bring giant vision life summary mary kay br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10603 amelia chesley a br caliban a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br miranda a href https librivox org reader 11354 kieren metts a br prospero a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br ariel a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br voices power setebos dirge soldiers a href https librivox org reader 10789 primary_key 10789 tomas peter a br voices within spirits ariel chorus a href https librivox org reader 3645 primary_key 3645 maryann a br sycorax cleopatra juliet war voice mrs page a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cressida charmian perdita lust emperor mrs quickly spirit time a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br antony troilus horatio benvolio adam sir john falstaff a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br pandarus ghost caesar hamlet mercutio lorenzo duke sir hugh evans king henry fifth a href https librivox org reader 8425 primary_key 8425 larry wilson a br attendant brutus florizel marcellus romeo orlando pistol a href https librivox org reader 11341 dafni ma a br eros boy lucius death jacques mrs ford a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br |
| 10150 |
10095 |
10736 |
Myths and Legends of Alaska (version 2) |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Other religions |
The myths in this 1911 volume are authentic. The original collections were made by government ethnologists. Only the quaintest and purest of the myths have been selected. The leading myth of the North the Raven Myth, is given with a fair degree of completeness. . These tribes are included: Eskimo (Bering Strait), Tlingit (Wrangel), Tsetsaut, Tlingit, Tsimshian, Athapascan (Upper Yukon), Eskimo (Lower Yukon), Eskimo (Port Clarence), Koyukun, and Koryak (Siberia). - Summary by Author's Preface and david wales</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-alaska-by-katharine-berry-judson-2/ |
myths 1911 volume authentic original collections made government ethnologists quaintest purest myths selected leading myth north raven myth given fair degree completeness tribes included eskimo bering strait tlingit wrangel tsetsaut tlingit tsimshian athapascan upper yukon eskimo lower yukon eskimo port clarence koyukun koryak siberia summary author s preface david wales p |
| 10151 |
10096 |
10737 |
In Spring |
Aline Kilmer |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Aline Murray Kilmer (August 1, 1888 – October 1, 1941), was an American poet, children's book author, and essayist, and the wife and widow of poet and journalist Joyce Kilmer (1886-1918).\n\nAline attended the Rutgers College Preparatory School with her husband, Alfred Joyce Kilmer and married him soon after his graduation from Columbia University in 1908. In their short marriage, lasting 10 years, her husband had achieved fame as a poet, literary critic and among Catholic circles as America's most prominent Catholic writer. After his death in World War I, Aline began publishing her own poetry and a few children's books. Today, her work is largely forgotten. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/in-spring-by-aline-kilmer/ |
aline murray kilmer august 1 1888 october 1 1941 american poet children s book author essayist wife widow poet journalist joyce kilmer 1886 1918 aline attended rutgers college preparatory school husband alfred joyce kilmer married soon graduation columbia university 1908 short marriage lasting 10 years husband achieved fame poet literary critic among catholic circles america s prominent catholic writer death world war i aline began publishing poetry children s books today work largely forgotten summary wikipedia p |
| 10152 |
10097 |
10738 |
Rhomboidal Dirge |
George Wither |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Wither was an English poet, pamphleteer, and satirist. He was a prolific writer who adopted a deliberate plainness of style; he was several times imprisoned. C. V. Wedgwood wrote "every so often in the barren acres of his verse is a stretch enlivened by real wit and observation, or fired with a sudden intensity of feeling". \nThis is George Wither's first entry in the LibriVox database. - Summary by Wikipedia </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/rhomboidal-dirge-by-george-wither/ |
george wither english poet pamphleteer satirist prolific writer adopted deliberate plainness style several times imprisoned c v wedgwood wrote every often barren acres verse stretch enlivened real wit observation fired sudden intensity feeling george wither s first entry librivox database summary wikipedia p |
| 10153 |
10098 |
10739 |
New Thought Pastels |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. While the volume is relatively small, it has been reprinted many times and gained quite some popularity. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/new-thought-pastels-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poems ella wheeler wilcox volume relatively small reprinted many times gained quite popularity summary carolin p |
| 10154 |
10099 |
10740 |
Charmides, and Other Poems |
Oscar Wilde |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Oscar Wilde, containing some of his rather famous longer poetry in the first part, and a section of sonnets in the second part of the book. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/charmides-and-other-poems-by-oscar-wilde/ |
volume poetry oscar wilde containing rather famous longer poetry first part section sonnets second part book summary carolin p |
| 10155 |
10100 |
10741 |
Leven van Maurits Lijnslager deel 3 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Een roman over dé ideale 'Nederlandse man' uit de 17de eeuw. Het boek is geschreven in de 19de eeuw als 'verzet' tegen de Franse overheersing. Ook voor de 21ste eeuw is het boek nog actueel, al zouden we dan 'Nederlandse man' beter kunnen vervangen door de term 'Wereldburger (m/v)'. In dit derde deel worden Maurits en Maria gezegend met een hele kinderschaar. - Summary by Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-maurits-lijnslager-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een roman dé ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw het boek geschreven de 19de eeuw als verzet tegen de franse overheersing ook voor de 21ste eeuw het boek nog actueel al zouden dan nederlandse man beter kunnen vervangen door de term wereldburger m v dit derde deel worden maurits en maria gezegend met een hele kinderschaar summary marcel coenders |
| 10156 |
10101 |
10742 |
Pan |
Knut Hamsun |
Published 1800 -1900 |
<i>Pan</i> tells the story Lieutenant Glahn and his summer in a forest north in Norway. He lives in a hut with his dog Aesop and they spend their days to hunting and fishing. In poetic language, Hamsun paints troubled souls in this gem of a book.The text is devoted to the nature in Nordland as well as the people Glahn meets there, as they deal with love, jealousy, and power struggles. We meet two (equally unreliable) narrators, Lieutenant Glahn in the book itself and a hunting companion in the epilogue, consisting of the last five chapters. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/pan-by-knut-hamsun/ |
i pan i tells story lieutenant glahn summer forest north norway lives hut dog aesop spend days hunting fishing poetic language hamsun paints troubled souls gem book the text devoted nature nordland well people glahn meets there deal love jealousy power struggles meet two equally unreliable narrators lieutenant glahn book hunting companion epilogue consisting last five chapters summary kathrinee |
| 10157 |
10102 |
10743 |
Madcap |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Quote:\n"To the quiet Titine her mistress created an impression of bringing not only herself into the room, but also the violent horse and the whole of the out-of-doors besides." --Chapter 1 of Madcap. --In the same chapter, Hermia Challoner, this force of nature pitted against the nature of her social milieu, laughingly tells her maid, "Better die living--than be living dead."\n--And thus starts the beginning of an early 20th century quest for something beyond the bored and politely veiled cynicism of class and wealth; beyond oneself. --Add to that a little mischief, a bit of Puckish misdirection. And a bit of romance. (Tony Oliva)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/madcap-by-george-gibbs/ |
quote to quiet titine mistress created impression bringing room also violent horse whole out of doors besides chapter 1 madcap in chapter hermia challoner force nature pitted nature social milieu laughingly tells maid better die living than living dead and thus starts beginning early 20th century quest something beyond bored politely veiled cynicism class wealth beyond oneself add little mischief bit puckish misdirection bit romance tony oliva p |
| 10158 |
10103 |
10744 |
Rainbow Valley (version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Published 1900 onward |
The story moves from Anne and Gilbert to their six children, and their new neighbours, the children of the new Presbyterian minister. - Summary by Karen Savage<p>\nOther books in this series by this reader:<br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-3/" target="_blank">Anne of Green Gables</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-avonlea-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of Avonlea</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/anne-of-the-island-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-2/" target="_blank">Anne of the Island</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/annes-house-of-dreams-by-lucy-maud-montgomery-version-2/" target="_blank">Anne's House of Dreams</a><br />\n<a href="http://librivox.org/rilla-of-ingleside-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/" target="_blank">Rilla of Ingleside</a><br />\n<br />Please note that this book is a reflection of its time. As such, it includes language that we now consider inappropriate.</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
story moves anne gilbert six children new neighbours children new presbyterian minister summary karen savage p books series reader br a href http librivox org anne of green gables by lucy maud montgomery 3 target _blank anne green gables a br a href http librivox org anne of avonlea by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne avonlea a br a href http librivox org anne of the island by lucy maud montgomery 2 target _blank anne island a br a href http librivox org annes house of dreams by lucy maud montgomery version 2 target _blank anne s house dreams a br a href http librivox org rilla of ingleside by lucy maud montgomery target _blank rilla ingleside a br br please note book reflection time such includes language consider inappropriate p |
| 10159 |
10104 |
10745 |
3 Science Fiction Stories by Lester del Ray |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
The quirky mind of famous SF writer Lester del Ray gives us three wonderful tales ranging from zombies (Dead Ringer), time travel (how do you convince your earlier self it is safe to get into the time machine, eh?)(...And It Comes Out Here) and eternal life (The Dwindling Years). Listen and enjoy.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/3-science-fiction-stories-by-lester-del-ray-by-lester-del-rey/ |
quirky mind famous sf writer lester del ray gives us three wonderful tales ranging zombies dead ringer time travel how convince earlier self safe get time machine eh and comes here eternal life the dwindling years listen enjoy p |
| 10160 |
10105 |
10746 |
Stories from the Arabian Nights |
Laurence Housman |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Scheherazadè, the heroine of the Thousand and one Nights, ranks among the great story-tellers of the world but the great quantity of her stories were meant to stave off her death and so we can expect a few to be not of the best quality. The six stories chosen here to be retold by Laurence Housman however, are some of the very best to be had among all of them. They are beautifully written and deserve to be 'told' by readers who enjoy telling stories. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-arabian-nights-by-laurence-housman/ |
scheherazadè heroine thousand one nights ranks among great story tellers world great quantity stories meant stave death expect best quality six stories chosen retold laurence housman however best among them beautifully written deserve told readers enjoy telling stories summary phil chenevert |
| 10161 |
10106 |
10747 |
Dracula (version 3) |
Bram Stoker |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
Famous for introducing the character of the vampire Count Dracula, the novel tells the story of Dracula's attempt to move from Transylvania to England so he may find new blood and spread the undead curse, and the battle between Dracula and a small group of men and women led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing. <br><br>Although Stoker did not invent the vampire, he defined its modern form, and the novel has spawned numerous theatrical, film and television interpretations. - Summary by wikipedia |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/dracula-by-bram-stoker-2/ |
famous introducing character vampire count dracula novel tells story dracula s attempt move transylvania england may find new blood spread undead curse battle dracula small group men women led professor abraham van helsing br br although stoker invent vampire defined modern form novel spawned numerous theatrical film television interpretations summary wikipedia |
| 10162 |
10107 |
10748 |
History of a Six Weeks' Tour |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
Full titled <em>History of a Six Weeks' Tour through a part of France, Switzerland, Germany, and Holland; with Letters Descriptive of a Sail Round the Lake of Geneva and of the Glaciers of Chamouni</em>, this small journal was a travel narrative kept by the English Romantic authors Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley. They describe two trips, both taken by Mary, Percy, and Mary's stepsister, Claire Clairmont: one across Europe in 1814, and one to Lake Geneva in 1816. Divided into three sections, the text consists of a journal, four letters, and Percy Shelley's poem "Mont Blanc". Apart from the poem, the text was primarily written and organized by Mary Shelley. - Summary by 1817 |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-a-six-weeks-tour-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
full titled em history six weeks tour part france switzerland germany holland letters descriptive sail round lake geneva glaciers chamouni em small journal travel narrative kept english romantic authors mary shelley percy bysshe shelley describe two trips taken mary percy mary s stepsister claire clairmont one across europe 1814 one lake geneva 1816 divided three sections text consists journal four letters percy shelley s poem mont blanc apart poem text primarily written organized mary shelley summary 1817 |
| 10163 |
10108 |
10749 |
Sappho: One Hundred Lyrics (version 2) |
Bliss Carman |
Single author |
Sappho lived six centuries before Christ, at a period when lyric poetry was peculiarly esteemed and cultivated at the centres of Greek life. The metropolis of this lyric realm was Mitylene of Lesbos, where, amid the myrtle groves and temples, Beauty and Love in their young warmth could fuse the most rigid forms to fluency. Here Sappho was the acknowledged queen of song. \n\nSappho's poetry was venerated for a thousand years, but almost all has been lost to us; only two small odes and a few scintillating fragments surviving. \n\nMr. Carman seems to have imagined each lost lyric as discovered, then to translate it. \n\nIn the opinion of the reader of these poems, they approach "real poetry", which according to Robert Graves (in "The White Goddess"), constricts the throat and makes a shiver run down the spine. - Summary by From Preface, and from Peter Yearsley</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sappho-one-hundred-lyrics-version-2-by-bliss-carman/ |
sappho lived six centuries christ period lyric poetry peculiarly esteemed cultivated centres greek life metropolis lyric realm mitylene lesbos where amid myrtle groves temples beauty love young warmth could fuse rigid forms fluency sappho acknowledged queen song sappho s poetry venerated thousand years almost lost us two small odes scintillating fragments surviving mr carman seems imagined lost lyric discovered translate it opinion reader poems approach real poetry according robert graves in the white goddess constricts throat makes shiver run spine summary preface peter yearsley p |
| 10164 |
10109 |
10750 |
Anne of Green Gables (Version 8) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
General |
In the first book of this classic series, Anne Shirley is an 11 year-old orphan girl who has never had a true home. Through an adoption mistake, Anne comes to live in the small-town of Avonlea where she makes new friends and spreads her joy for all things. Follow her as she is introduced to new 'kindred spirits' and has all sorts of adventures. Sometimes her wild imagination will get the better of her, putting her in a variety of scrapes. She learns many life lessons while slowly capturing the hearts of those around her—even the most unlikely. (Summary by Lily Marie) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-green-gables-8-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
first book classic series anne shirley 11 year old orphan girl never true home adoption mistake anne comes live small town avonlea makes new friends spreads joy things follow introduced new kindred spirits sorts adventures sometimes wild imagination get better her putting variety scrapes learns many life lessons slowly capturing hearts around her even unlikely summary lily marie |
| 10165 |
10110 |
10751 |
London and Country Brewer |
Anonymous |
Business & Economics |
The unknown author of this book, appears to have experienced too many unwholesome and unpleasant beers and ales on his numerous travels in London and at various other locations around the British Isles.</p>\n\nIn this treatise on the matter, he has identified each stage of the brewing process and details what he considers is the best practice at each significant stage for the production of a high-quality drink.</pr>\n\nWhilst listening to the book, you might consider that some of the author's ideas have undoubtedly stood the test of time. Other ones however, such as the use of pond water as the liquor to be used in the mash, might nowadays be deemed a tad extreme - even for a modern-day enthusiast who may wish to recreate an authentic 18th century beer.</p>\n\nSo, why not chuck another log on the fire, top up your glass and settle back for a complete worts and all exposition of the brewing industry as it was in the year 1736?\n( Steve C) </p> |
English |
1736 |
https://librivox.org/the-london-and-country-brewer-by-anonymous/ |
unknown author book appears experienced many unwholesome unpleasant beers ales numerous travels london various locations around british isles p treatise matter identified stage brewing process details considers best practice significant stage production high quality drink pr whilst listening book might consider author s ideas undoubtedly stood test time ones however use pond water liquor used mash might nowadays deemed tad extreme even modern day enthusiast may wish recreate authentic 18th century beer p so chuck another log fire top glass settle back complete worts exposition brewing industry year 1736 steve c p |
| 10166 |
10111 |
10752 |
Sensitive Man |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
Poul Anderson delves into the realm of human potential in this exciting story and asks some penetrating questions for us to think about. What if psychology finally enabled people to even partially control all those automatic reactions of our minds and bodies? What if we were not slaves to anger, fear, emotions, hormones, blood pressure and the thousand other things that our bodies 'take care of' from instant to instant? What if those things could be brought under the control even partially of our reason and minds? In this story one man stood between a power-hungry cabal and their world mastery—but a man of, shall we say, unusual talents.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sensitive-man-by-poul-william-anderson/ |
poul anderson delves realm human potential exciting story asks penetrating questions us think about psychology finally enabled people even partially control automatic reactions minds bodies slaves anger fear emotions hormones blood pressure thousand things bodies take care of instant instant things could brought control even partially reason minds story one man stood power hungry cabal world mastery but man of shall say unusual talents p |
| 10167 |
10112 |
10753 |
Heel of Achilles |
E. M. Delafield |
Family Life |
After a difficult childhood, Lydia Raymond, a lower middle class girl, decides to explore her own individuality and climbs the social ladder. Yet, like everything in life, this has a price. This book tells about her childhood, her quest to find herself, and her relationship with her daughter, Jane. This is a fairytale turned upside down. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-heel-of-achilles-by-e-m-delafield/ |
difficult childhood lydia raymond lower middle class girl decides explore individuality climbs social ladder yet like everything life price book tells childhood quest find herself relationship daughter jane fairytale turned upside down summary stav nisser |
| 10168 |
10113 |
10754 |
Paved With Gold |
Augustus Mayhew |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
The expressed goal of this book is to "write a truthful account of the miseries of criminal life" (from the preface). Thus, this book tells the story of Philip, a child who grew up in the workhouse until running away to navigate the streets of London on his own. "Paved With Gold", or, the Romance and Reality of the London Streets is one of the most vivid books you would ever read. So hold tight and enjoy the ride. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/paved-with-gold-by-augustus-mayhew/ |
expressed goal book write truthful account miseries criminal life from preface thus book tells story philip child grew workhouse running away navigate streets london own paved gold or romance reality london streets one vivid books would ever read hold tight enjoy ride summary stav nisser |
| 10169 |
10114 |
10755 |
Philip Augustus |
William Holden Hutton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Philip Augustus (Philip II of France 1165-1223), grandfather of Saint Louis, was one of France's greatest kings. While England's Henry II was locked in combat with his rebellious offspring, Philip and his loyal son, Louis, steadily consolidated the scattered territories of their little kingdom. In this short, but vivid history we meet King Philip, now riding, at the behest of the imperious Pope Innocent III, with his spurned wife, Ingeborgis, behind him on the saddle, now impetuously flying at his enemies at the Battle of Bouvines. In his later years he quietly fended off conflict and crusade and passed, as the author writes, "from district to district hearing complaints, redressing wrongs...a great king ceaselessly active, of unwearied vigilance and ever-changing scheme...stern,secret, subtle, obstinate, and invincibly patient in the pursuit of what his eye desired and his hand found to do." - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/philip-augustus-by-william-holden-hutton/ |
philip augustus philip ii france 1165 1223 grandfather saint louis one france s greatest kings england s henry ii locked combat rebellious offspring philip loyal son louis steadily consolidated scattered territories little kingdom short vivid history meet king philip riding behest imperious pope innocent iii spurned wife ingeborgis behind saddle impetuously flying enemies battle bouvines later years quietly fended conflict crusade passed author writes from district district hearing complaints redressing wrongs a great king ceaselessly active unwearied vigilance ever changing scheme stern secret subtle obstinate invincibly patient pursuit eye desired hand found do summary pamela nagami p |
| 10170 |
10115 |
10756 |
Making of an American |
Jacob A. Riis |
Biography & Autobiography |
Jacob Riis was an esteemed reporter and documentary photographer in New York City. In his autobiography he movingly recounts his early life and unrelenting attempts at courtship in Denmark followed by his later experiences in the United States, first as a struggling itinerant immigrant and later as a journalist. He describes how he became a reporter and how his work in lower Manhattan’s teeming, squalid immigrant communities sparked his passion and activism for social reform. In his opening note he writes: “To those who have been asking if they are made-up stories, let me say here that they are not.”\n\nNOTE: Elizabeth's letter (In Chapter 7) is read by Ann Boulais. – Lee Smalley |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-making-of-an-american-by-jacob-a-riis/ |
jacob riis esteemed reporter documentary photographer new york city autobiography movingly recounts early life unrelenting attempts courtship denmark followed later experiences united states first struggling itinerant immigrant later journalist describes became reporter work lower manhattan s teeming squalid immigrant communities sparked passion activism social reform opening note writes to asking made up stories let say not note elizabeth s letter in chapter 7 read ann boulais lee smalley |
| 10171 |
10116 |
10757 |
Book of Clever Beasts |
Myrtle Reed |
Published 1900 onward |
A humorous book, hitting off the many writers who have returned to nature and made intimate friends in the Animal World. The author describes the super-human intelligence to be found by the discerning among our kindred of the wild. All those who love gentle humor will be entertained by the whimsical story of “Little Upsidaisi” and no reader can fail to laugh at the antics of “Jagg, The Skootaway Goat”. (from advertisement in the back of the book) </p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-clever-beasts-by-myrtle-reed/ |
humorous book hitting many writers returned nature made intimate friends animal world author describes super human intelligence found discerning among kindred wild love gentle humor entertained whimsical story little upsidaisi reader fail laugh antics jagg skootaway goat from advertisement back book p |
| 10172 |
10117 |
10758 |
Hunting In Many Lands |
Various |
Animals |
The first volume published by the Boone and Crockett Club, entitled "American Big Game Hunting," confined itself to sport on the American continent. This second volume presents a number of interesting sketches written by club members who have hunted big game in other lands. Essays include: Hunting in East Africa, To the Gulf of Cortez, A Canadian Moose Hunt, A Hunting Trip in India, Dog Sledging in the North, Wolf-Hunting in Russia, A Bear-Hunt in the Sierras, The Ascent of Chief Mountain, The Cougar, Big Game of Mongolia and Tibet, Hunting in the Cattle Country, Wolf-Coursing, Game Laws, and Protection of the Yellowstone National Park. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/hunting-in-many-lands-by-theodore-roosevelt/ |
first volume published boone crockett club entitled american big game hunting confined sport american continent second volume presents number interesting sketches written club members hunted big game lands essays include hunting east africa gulf cortez canadian moose hunt hunting trip india dog sledging north wolf hunting russia bear hunt sierras ascent chief mountain cougar big game mongolia tibet hunting cattle country wolf coursing game laws protection yellowstone national park summary michele fry |
| 10173 |
10118 |
10759 |
Tenant of Wildfell Hall (Original 1848 Edition) |
Anne Brontë |
Literary Fiction |
<br />When Helen Graham moves into old Wildfell Hall with her little son Arthur, the rustic neighborhood comes alive with gossip and speculation, particularly when saturnine Mr. Lawrence (who bears an uncanny resemblance to the child) begins to visit her clandestinely. Local gentleman farmer Gilbert Markham falls in love with her almost against his will, despite rumors that she supports herself by the work of her hands and can give no account of her origins. Only when her diary comes into Markham’s hands do we find out why she has so exiled herself. As the chapters of the diary unfold, explicit scenes of adultery, seduction, and debauchery show why the novel was so shocking when it was first published, easily outselling the more famous debut novels of the three Brontë sisters. Often called the first “feminist” novel, “Wildfell Hall” may have been most shocking for its depiction of a strong-willed, independent single mother, for its criticism of the marriage institution, and for its many passages crying out against the unfair advantages accorded to men over women.\n<br /><br />\nImportantly, this recording is based on the original 1848 Newby edition, not on the later, badly-mutilated version that mystifyingly continues to be the basis for modern editions advertised as “unabridged.” The novel had already been suppressed after Anne’s death by her sister Charlotte but received an even more serious injustice in 1854 when publisher Thomas Hodgson excised over sixteen thousand words, dozens of “unladylike” profanities, and numerous descriptions of dissolute male behavior, turning the Hodgson edition into a pale shadow of Anne Brontë’s original, visceral work as here presented. - Summary by Expatriate <p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tenant-of-wildfell-hall-original-1848-edition-by-anne-bronte/ |
br when helen graham moves old wildfell hall little son arthur rustic neighborhood comes alive gossip speculation particularly saturnine mr lawrence who bears uncanny resemblance child begins visit clandestinely local gentleman farmer gilbert markham falls love almost will despite rumors supports work hands give account origins diary comes markham s hands find exiled herself chapters diary unfold explicit scenes adultery seduction debauchery show novel shocking first published easily outselling famous debut novels three brontë sisters often called first feminist novel wildfell hall may shocking depiction strong willed independent single mother criticism marriage institution many passages crying unfair advantages accorded men women br br importantly recording based original 1848 newby edition later badly mutilated version mystifyingly continues basis modern editions advertised unabridged novel already suppressed anne s death sister charlotte received even serious injustice 1854 publisher thomas hodgson excised sixteen thousand words dozens unladylike profanities numerous descriptions dissolute male behavior turning hodgson edition pale shadow anne brontë s original visceral work presented summary expatriate p |
| 10174 |
10119 |
10760 |
Short Poetry Collection 158 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 22 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for July 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-158-by-various/ |
collection 22 poems read librivox volunteers july 2016 |
| 10175 |
10120 |
10762 |
Lonely Lady of Grosvenor Square |
Mrs. Henry de la Pasture |
General Fiction, Romance |
Elizabeth de la Pasture, the author of this work, is the mother of the more well known E. M. Delafield- author of Diary Of A Provincial Lady. Jeanne Marney, a country girl, comes to London to care for her ailing aunt. She is lonely and unhappy, yet unable to rebel against the many limitations put upon an upper class woman in turn-of-the-century London. Then she becomes an heiress... Would this be a blessing or a curse? This book has been made into a silent film in 1922. This book would be of interest to fans of Jane Austen, Frances Hodgson Burnet, Henry James, and E. M. Delafield. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-lonely-lady-of-grosvenor-square-by-mrs-henry-de-la-pasture/ |
elizabeth de la pasture author work mother well known e m delafield author diary provincial lady jeanne marney country girl comes london care ailing aunt lonely unhappy yet unable rebel many limitations put upon upper class woman turn of the century london becomes heiress would blessing curse book made silent film 1922 book would interest fans jane austen frances hodgson burnet henry james e m delafield summary stav nisser |
| 10176 |
10121 |
10763 |
Ascent of Denali |
Hudson Stuck |
Sports & Recreation, Modern (20th C), Exploration |
The story of the First Ascent of Denali by Hudson Stuck, Harry Karstens, Walter Harper and Robert Tatum in 1913, recorded in celebration of the restoration of the mountain's original name. ( summary by Fritz)</p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-ascent-of-denali-by-hudson-stuck/ |
story first ascent denali hudson stuck harry karstens walter harper robert tatum 1913 recorded celebration restoration mountain s original name summary fritz p |
| 10177 |
11189 |
11851 |
Impressions of Theophrastus Such |
George Eliot |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Impressions of Theophrastus Such is a work of fiction by George Eliot, first published in 1879. It was Eliot's last published writing and her most experimental, taking the form of a series of literary essays by an imaginary minor scholar whose eccentric character is revealed through his work. (Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/impressions-of-theophrastus-such-by-george-eliot/ |
impressions theophrastus work fiction george eliot first published 1879 eliot s last published writing experimental taking form series literary essays imaginary minor scholar whose eccentric character revealed work summary wikipedia |
| 10178 |
10122 |
10764 |
Bleak House (version 4) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
Bleak house is one of Dickens finest achievements. It was written for serialisation in 1853 when Dickens was at the peak of his career. Monthly sales substantially exceeded his previous bestseller David Copperfield.<br></br>Dickens' mastery of the English language comes to the fore in this book. It is an energetic book: a complex mystery story revolving around the heroine Esther Summerson and her path from childhood to marriage. During the course of Esther’s narration Dickens introduces some wonderful and unforgettable characters, and at the same time provides a searing indictment of the laws’ corruption and self-serving interests which prevailed during that time. He pokes fun at the languid and landed aristocracy and questions the societal indifference to the poor. Detection, black comedy, farce, and tragic ruin run through the story. Critics at the time were unenthusiastic but the public were enthralled by it! - Summary by Peter John Keeble |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/bleak-house-by-charles-dickens-version-3/ |
bleak house one dickens finest achievements written serialisation 1853 dickens peak career monthly sales substantially exceeded previous bestseller david copperfield br br dickens mastery english language comes fore book energetic book complex mystery story revolving around heroine esther summerson path childhood marriage course esther s narration dickens introduces wonderful unforgettable characters time provides searing indictment laws corruption self serving interests prevailed time pokes fun languid landed aristocracy questions societal indifference poor detection black comedy farce tragic ruin run story critics time unenthusiastic public enthralled it summary peter john keeble |
| 10179 |
10123 |
10765 |
Rising of the Tide |
Ida M. Tarbell |
Published 1900 onward |
The subtitle is "the story of Sabinsport", and the town is the major character. It is a small, Midwestern town in the USA, in 1914. About a dozen characters people its story. It shows how the coming of the Great War effected each character, and the town itself. Ida Tarbell, the author, is considered our nation's first investigative journalist. Here she turns to fiction to convey some of her ideas of social change. Summary by Bob Rollins. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-rising-of-the-tide-by-ida-m-tarbell/ |
subtitle the story sabinsport town major character small midwestern town usa 1914 dozen characters people story shows coming great war effected character town itself ida tarbell author considered nation s first investigative journalist turns fiction convey ideas social change summary bob rollins |
| 10180 |
10124 |
10766 |
To Two Little Sisters of the Poor |
Aline Kilmer |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Aline Murray Kilmer (August 1, 1888 – October 1, 1941), was an American poet, children's book author, and essayist, and the wife and widow of poet and journalist Joyce Kilmer (1886-1918).\n\nAline attended the Rutgers College Preparatory School with her husband, Alfred Joyce Kilmer and married him soon after his graduation from Columbia University in 1908. In their short marriage, lasting 10 years, her husband had achieved fame as a poet, literary critic and among Catholic circles as America's most prominent Catholic writer. After his death in World War I, Aline began publishing her own poetry and a few children's books. Today, her work is largely forgotten. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-two-little-sisters-of-the-poor-by-aline-kilmer/ |
aline murray kilmer august 1 1888 october 1 1941 american poet children s book author essayist wife widow poet journalist joyce kilmer 1886 1918 aline attended rutgers college preparatory school husband alfred joyce kilmer married soon graduation columbia university 1908 short marriage lasting 10 years husband achieved fame poet literary critic among catholic circles america s prominent catholic writer death world war i aline began publishing poetry children s books today work largely forgotten summary wikipedia p |
| 10181 |
10125 |
10767 |
Insolación |
Emilia Pardo Bazán |
Romance |
<i>Insolación</i> es una obra de Emilia Pardo Bazán publicada en 1889. Novela muy polémica en su tiempo aunque vista desde nuestra época no tiene nada de escandalosa.\nLa historia se centra en Asis Taboada viuda de su tío el marqués de Andrade. La marquesa, se encuentra en Madrid pasando unos días de vacaciones. Allí conoce a Diego Pacheco, joven andaluz, soltero, atractivo y seductor al se entrega durante las fiestas de San Isidro (patrón de Madrid) y del que finalmente se enamora.\nLa novela está relatada en primera persona por la propia marquesa Asis Taboada: Sus inquietudes, sus miedos a la sociedad del momento, al que dirán. También a sí misma; a la dualidad de sentimientos, entre lo que le dicta la razón y lo que su corazón le grita. \nMagistralmente contada, realista y revolucionaria. Y sobre todo, "valiente" Doña Emilia Pardo Bazán. Summary by Montse González |
Spanish |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/insolacion-by-emilia-pardo-bazan/ |
i insolación i es una obra de emilia pardo bazán publicada en 1889 novela muy polémica en su tiempo aunque vista desde nuestra época tiene nada de escandalosa la historia se centra en asis taboada viuda de su tío el marqués de andrade la marquesa se encuentra en madrid pasando unos días de vacaciones allí conoce diego pacheco joven andaluz soltero atractivo seductor al se entrega durante las fiestas de san isidro patrón de madrid del que finalmente se enamora la novela está relatada en primera persona por la propia marquesa asis taboada sus inquietudes sus miedos la sociedad del momento al que dirán también sí misma la dualidad de sentimientos entre lo que le dicta la razón lo que su corazón le grita magistralmente contada realista revolucionaria sobre todo valiente doña emilia pardo bazán summary montse gonzález |
| 10182 |
10126 |
10768 |
Bracebridge Hall |
Washington Irving |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Famed American humorist and essayist Washington Irving published a series of short pieces entitled "The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gentleman" in 1815. Included in that collection were the chapters which later formed the standalone work "Old Christmas." This wonderful book introduced the world to Bracebridge Hall, the ancestral home of the Bracebridges, an old English family that lived according to the customs of those who were "unto the manor born." "Bracebridge Hall" is a follow-up to "Old Christmas" which looks at the lifestyle of the rich, country dwellers, their servants, friends and neighbors. The daily lives and adventures of this peculiar population of early 1800's England forms the foundation upon which the episodes explored in "Bracebridge Hall" is built. Washington Irving wrote the book based upon his own experiences visiting England and the very real Bracebridge Family with whom he spent much time. - Summary by Greg Giordano</p> |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/bracebridge-hall-by-washington-irving/ |
famed american humorist essayist washington irving published series short pieces entitled the sketch book geoffrey crayon gentleman 1815 included collection chapters later formed standalone work old christmas wonderful book introduced world bracebridge hall ancestral home bracebridges old english family lived according customs unto manor born bracebridge hall follow up old christmas looks lifestyle rich country dwellers servants friends neighbors daily lives adventures peculiar population early 1800 s england forms foundation upon episodes explored bracebridge hall built washington irving wrote book based upon experiences visiting england real bracebridge family spent much time summary greg giordano p |
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10130 |
10772 |
Fortune of the Rougons |
Émile Zola |
Historical Fiction |
The Fortune of the Rougons (French: La Fortune des Rougon), originally published in 1871, is the first novel in Émile Zola's monumental twenty-volume series Les Rougon-Macquart. In his introduction Zola indicates that this series is intended to demonstrate the interaction of heredity and environment along the lines of natural selection and evolution. While Zola's metascience is questionable, this novel is successful in its analysis of the interaction of momentous social and political events and the everyday lives and aspirations of a provincial society. In a satisfyingly intricate, vast and integrated plot, set in the time of Napoleon III's coup d'etat and establishment of the Second Empire, the fates and fortunes of the disparate descendents of one Provencal family are traced in detail. The novel ranges from idyll to cynical observation of base motives, and ends in a way that anticipates its many sequels. Summary by the soloist. |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortune-of-the-rougons-by-emile-zola/ |
fortune rougons french la fortune des rougon originally published 1871 first novel émile zola s monumental twenty volume series les rougon macquart introduction zola indicates series intended demonstrate interaction heredity environment along lines natural selection evolution zola s metascience questionable novel successful analysis interaction momentous social political events everyday lives aspirations provincial society satisfyingly intricate vast integrated plot set time napoleon iii s coup d etat establishment second empire fates fortunes disparate descendents one provencal family traced detail novel ranges idyll cynical observation base motives ends way anticipates many sequels summary soloist |
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10131 |
10773 |
Chain of Evidence |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
The Mystery: ”Mr. Stone," I began, "if three persons spent the night in an apartment so securely locked on the inside that there was no possible means of ingress, and if in the morning it was found that one of those three persons had been murdered at midnight, would you say that the guilt must rest upon either one or both of the other two persons?” (Carolyn Wells )The solution - who knows? Listen and enjoy. - Summary by Richard Kilmer</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-chain-of-evidence-by-carolyn-wells/ |
mystery mr stone began if three persons spent night apartment securely locked inside possible means ingress morning found one three persons murdered midnight would say guilt must rest upon either one two persons carolyn wells the solution knows listen enjoy summary richard kilmer p |
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10132 |
10774 |
Ancestors: A Novel |
Gertrude Atherton |
General Fiction |
Flora, the daughter of a clergyman, grew up the playmate of the castle children but learned early on that a certain prettiness and good breeding did not put her in the same class as her friends. With the sudden death of her father and no chance of a rich husband, poverty was looming and the young woman may be forced to earn her living. As a companion to Lady Victoria Gwynne, she meets an American cousin come to trace her ancestry. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/ancestors-a-novel-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
flora daughter clergyman grew playmate castle children learned early certain prettiness good breeding put class friends sudden death father chance rich husband poverty looming young woman may forced earn living companion lady victoria gwynne meets american cousin come trace ancestry summary lynne thompson |
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10133 |
10775 |
Plain Living |
Rolf Boldrewood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Family Life |
Seemingly down-on-his-luck Australian sheep rancher and orchard grower kindly teaches his loving family the value of money through 'plain living'. Fellow fans of Jon Cleary's "The Sundowners", set a generation later, may enjoy this. - Summary by Matt Pierard</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/plain-living-by-rolf-boldrewood/ |
seemingly down on his luck australian sheep rancher orchard grower kindly teaches loving family value money plain living fellow fans jon cleary s the sundowners set generation later may enjoy this summary matt pierard p |
| 10187 |
10134 |
10776 |
Manon Lescaut |
Abbé Prévost |
Romance, Published before 1800 |
Published in 1731, Manon Lescaut (on which the Puccini opera is based) takes as its themes passionate, tragic love, and redemption through suffering. It is the story of the Chevalier des Grieux, a student, who sees Manon as she is being taken to a convent, and instantly falls in love with her. He offers to save her from the convent, and the two young lovers run away to Paris. There follow many adventures and tribulations, throughout which the Chevalier remains steadfastly loyal to his love. summary by Mary Bard</p> |
English |
1731 |
https://librivox.org/manon-lescaut-by-abbe-prevost/ |
published 1731 manon lescaut on puccini opera based takes themes passionate tragic love redemption suffering story chevalier des grieux student sees manon taken convent instantly falls love her offers save convent two young lovers run away paris follow many adventures tribulations throughout chevalier remains steadfastly loyal love summary mary bard p |
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10135 |
10777 |
Julius Caesar (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
When Julius Caesar returns to Rome from conquering the Gauls, Cassius and his friends are worried that he will try to seize power and make himself emperor. Cassius must act fast. He gathers Brutus, Cinna, and others to stop Julius Caesar and save the Roman Republic! <i>This play was recorded in two weeks as part of Librivox's celebration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death.</i> Summary by Esther ben Simonides\n\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Why</a><br>\nFlavius, Casca, Volumnius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br>Marullus, Cinna the Poet, Poet, Dardanius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8539">Ray Kasper</a><br>First Commoner, Decius Brutus, Fourth Citizen, First Soldier, Titinius,: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Second Commoner, Soothsayer, Octavius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>Julius Caesar, Strato: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mark Antony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Calpurnia, Second Citizen, Messala: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Brutus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10671">LindaB</a><br>Cassius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>Cicero, Cato: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10610">Paul Huxley</a><br>Cinna the Politician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1724">Anna Simon</a><br>Ligarius, Popilius, Pindarus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Lucius, Third Citizen, Second Soldier,: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br>Publius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10837">Brian</a><br>Metellus Cimber, Artemidorus,: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10396">John Burlinson</a><br>Trebonius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9755">Khaghbboommm</a><br>Portia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>Servant, Lepidus, Clitus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>First Citizen, Claudius, Third Soldier, Messenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Lucilius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9881">Roohi</a><br>Varro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a><br><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br><br> |
English |
1623 |
https://librivox.org/julius-caesar-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
julius caesar returns rome conquering gauls cassius friends worried try seize power make emperor cassius must act fast gathers brutus cinna others stop julius caesar save roman republic i this play recorded two weeks part librivox s celebration 400th anniversary shakespeare s death i summary esther ben simonides br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 167 peter why a br flavius casca volumnius a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br marullus cinna poet poet dardanius a href https librivox org reader 8539 ray kasper a br first commoner decius brutus fourth citizen first soldier titinius a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br second commoner soothsayer octavius a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br julius caesar strato a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mark antony a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br calpurnia second citizen messala a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br brutus a href https librivox org reader 10671 lindab a br cassius a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br cicero cato a href https librivox org reader 10610 paul huxley a br cinna politician a href https librivox org reader 1724 anna simon a br ligarius popilius pindarus a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br lucius third citizen second soldier a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br publius a href https librivox org reader 10837 brian a br metellus cimber artemidorus a href https librivox org reader 10396 john burlinson a br trebonius a href https librivox org reader 9755 khaghbboommm a br portia a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br servant lepidus clitus a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br first citizen claudius third soldier messenger a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br lucilius a href https librivox org reader 9881 roohi a br varro a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br br |
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10136 |
10778 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 023 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 023: a collection of 16 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. - Summary by Ruth Golding |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-023-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 023 collection 16 short works children public domain read variety librivox members summary ruth golding |
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10168 |
10811 |
Song To Eleonora Duse In "Francesca da Rimini " |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale was an American lyric poet. She was born Sara Trevor Teasdale in St. Louis, Missouri, and used the name Sara Teasdale Filsinger after her marriage in 1914.\nTeasdale's first poem was published in Reedy's Mirror, a local newspaper, in 1907. Her first collection of poems, Sonnets to Duse and Other Poems, was published that same year.(Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-to-eleonora-duse-in-francesca-da-rimini-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american lyric poet born sara trevor teasdale st louis missouri used name sara teasdale filsinger marriage 1914 teasdale s first poem published reedy s mirror local newspaper 1907 first collection poems sonnets duse poems published year wikipedia p |
| 10191 |
10137 |
10779 |
Vertical City |
Fannie Hurst |
Short Stories, Published 1900 onward |
As the city above soars gloriously skyward, the denizens of the city writhe in its dirty underbelly.<br><br>The Vertical City is a collection of six short stories by Fannie Hurst (American). Each story, tells in gritty, dramatic style, of ugly inner city tragedy: unwed mothers, women doing what they need to do in order to escape poverty, or loneliness… A mother can literally give her life in the attempt to provide a better life for her child, and even then she may fail because her love, protection and guidance, cannot overcome the depravity of the environment.<br><br>Stories included here are: She Walks In Beauty, Back Pay, The Vertical City, The Smudge, Guilty, and Roulette. Summary by Lisa Reichert</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-vertical-city-by-fannie-hurst/ |
city soars gloriously skyward denizens city writhe dirty underbelly br br the vertical city collection six short stories fannie hurst american story tells gritty dramatic style ugly inner city tragedy unwed mothers women need order escape poverty loneliness mother literally give life attempt provide better life child even may fail love protection guidance cannot overcome depravity environment br br stories included are walks beauty back pay vertical city smudge guilty roulette summary lisa reichert p |
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10138 |
10780 |
Kai Lung's Golden Hours |
Ernest Bramah |
Single Author Collections |
Kai Lung’s Golden Hours is a frame story or frame novel, that is, the narrative provides a frame for different stories. Think One Thousand And One Nights or Canterbury Tales. Kai Lung is an ancient Chinese storyteller who tells stories to postpone his criminal conviction in the court of a Mandarin. (david wales)</p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/kai-lungs-golden-hours-by-ernest-bramah/ |
kai lung s golden hours frame story frame novel is narrative provides frame different stories think one thousand one nights canterbury tales kai lung ancient chinese storyteller tells stories postpone criminal conviction court mandarin david wales p |
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10139 |
10781 |
Bobbsey Twins at Meadow Brook |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction, Family |
The Bobbseys are home from their adventure on the houseboat and now they're off to visit their cousins at Meadow Brook Farm. But they haven't even arrived before they encounter a runaway boy, a runaway dog, <i>and</i> a runaway ram! Meadow Brook proves even more exciting, what with wild animals, a missing twin, and even acting in a movie. It's the Bobbsey twins on another delightful adventure!\n\nThis the 7th in the Bobbsey Twins series, which were published by the Stratemyer Syndicate under the house pseudonym of Laura Lee Hope. - Summary by Summary by Rachel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-at-meadow-brook-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bobbseys home adventure houseboat they re visit cousins meadow brook farm even arrived encounter runaway boy runaway dog i and i runaway ram meadow brook proves even exciting wild animals missing twin even acting movie bobbsey twins another delightful adventure 7th bobbsey twins series published stratemyer syndicate house pseudonym laura lee hope summary summary rachel |
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10140 |
10782 |
Lucinda |
Anthony Hope |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
It's 1914 London, and it's Waldo and Lucinda's wedding day. Unfortunately, Lucinda is nowhere to be found. A messenger boy brings Lucinda's note to her mother - ‘I can’t do it, Mother. So I’ve gone.’ There seems to be some suspicion that an Italian gentleman was somehow involved. The search for Lucinda is interrupted by the First World War, and it's not until the end of the war that she is finally located and her story unfolds. - Summary by Nick Bulka |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/lucinda-by-anthony-hope/ |
1914 london waldo lucinda s wedding day unfortunately lucinda nowhere found messenger boy brings lucinda s note mother i can t it mother i ve gone seems suspicion italian gentleman somehow involved search lucinda interrupted first world war end war finally located story unfolds summary nick bulka |
| 10195 |
10141 |
10783 |
My Lady April |
Ernest Dowson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ernest Christopher Dowson was an English poet, novelist, and short-story writer, often associated with the Decadent movement. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/my-lady-april-by-ernest-dowson/ |
ernest christopher dowson english poet novelist short story writer often associated decadent movement summary wikipedia p |
| 10196 |
10142 |
10784 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 043 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
Nineteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the role of "people of color" in New Orleans and Louisiana history, the question of voting rights for Blacks after the Civil War; W.E.B.Du Bois on the American Negro Academy, and a biography of Harriet Tubman; Irish patriot Robert Everet's execution appeal; Swendenborg and spiritism; the optics of the kaleidoscope; the daily life of sailors and housewives; the relation of meteor showers to a massive earthquake in 1755; John Ruskin; Friedrich Schelling; Bramah's Kai Lung stories; and articles on the bottlenose whale and botrytis mold. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-043 |
nineteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include role people color new orleans louisiana history question voting rights blacks civil war w e b du bois american negro academy biography harriet tubman irish patriot robert everet s execution appeal swendenborg spiritism optics kaleidoscope daily life sailors housewives relation meteor showers massive earthquake 1755 john ruskin friedrich schelling bramah s kai lung stories articles bottlenose whale botrytis mold summary sue anderson p |
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10143 |
10785 |
Mr. Harrison's Confessions |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Memoirs |
It is asserted that the inspiration for Elizabeth Gaskell's marvellous stories of Cranford was her childhood home of Knutsford, a small town in Cheshire and to where she returned for a while as a young woman. This assertion is born out by an essay she wrote in 1849 entitled The Last Generation in England, in which she writes about "The town in which I once resided ...". There can be little doubt when reading this that it provided her with the template for Cranford.<br><br>In 1851 the year she began to write Cranford, she also wrote a novella entitled Mr. Harrison's Confessions. It describes the life of a country doctor in a small provincial town. Mrs. Gaskell's model for this town could also only have been Knutsford which she knew and loved so well. The story revolves around the arrival in the town of a young doctor and the attempts of the ladies of the town to place his status within their society and of course to find him a suitable wife. It is often thought of as a prequel to Cranford.\nBoth of these pieces together with the novels, My Lady Ludlow and Cranford were used by the BBC to create the Television series Cranford in 2007. (Summary by Noel Badrian)</p> |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/mr-harrisons-confessions-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
asserted inspiration elizabeth gaskell s marvellous stories cranford childhood home knutsford small town cheshire returned young woman assertion born essay wrote 1849 entitled last generation england writes the town resided little doubt reading provided template cranford br br in 1851 year began write cranford also wrote novella entitled mr harrison s confessions describes life country doctor small provincial town mrs gaskell s model town could also knutsford knew loved well story revolves around arrival town young doctor attempts ladies town place status within society course find suitable wife often thought prequel cranford pieces together novels lady ludlow cranford used bbc create television series cranford 2007 summary noel badrian p |
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10155 |
10797 |
Lost Illusions: A Distinguished Provincial at Paris |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
A Distinguished Provincial at Paris (Un grand homme de province à Paris, 1839) is the second book in Balzac’s Lost Illusions trilogy, which is part of his sweeping set of novels collectively titled La Comédie Humaine. The story is set in post-Napoleonic France, when the new bourgeoisie was jostling for position alongside the old aristocracy. In the first volume of the trilogy (Two Poets, 1837), we met Lucien Chardon, an aspiring poet who feels stymied by the pettiness of provincial life. In the present volume, Lucien, now using the more aristocratic-sounding surname "de Rubempré," leaves behind his family in order to seek fame and fortune in the literary world of Paris. He is tested by challenges that are literary, social, financial, and ethical.<p>Balzac’s work was hugely influential in the development of realism in fiction. The Lost Illusions trilogy is one of his greatest achievements, and is named in the reference work 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die. The final volume in the trilogy is Ève and David (1843). - Summary by Bruce Pirie<p>\n<b>Other volumes in this series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-two-poets-by-honore-de-balzac/" target="_blank">Lost Illusions: Two Poets</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-eve-and-david-by-honore-de-balzac/" target="_blank">Lost Illusions: Ève and David</a> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-a-distinguished-provincial-at-paris-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
distinguished provincial paris un grand homme de province à paris 1839 second book balzac s lost illusions trilogy part sweeping set novels collectively titled la comédie humaine story set post napoleonic france new bourgeoisie jostling position alongside old aristocracy first volume trilogy two poets 1837 met lucien chardon aspiring poet feels stymied pettiness provincial life present volume lucien using aristocratic sounding surname de rubempré leaves behind family order seek fame fortune literary world paris tested challenges literary social financial ethical p balzac s work hugely influential development realism fiction lost illusions trilogy one greatest achievements named reference work 1001 books must read die final volume trilogy ève david 1843 summary bruce pirie p b other volumes series b br a href https librivox org lost illusions two poets by honore de balzac target _blank lost illusions two poets a br a href https librivox org lost illusions eve and david by honore de balzac target _blank lost illusions ève david a |
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10144 |
10786 |
Mystery of the Iron Box |
Bruce Campbell |
Detective Fiction, Action & Adventure |
When Ken Holt's father, the famous newspaper writer, comes home for a Christmas visit, one of the gifts he brings is an antique iron box. Soon after he arrives a serious of unexplained events occur, including an attempted burglary. A hunch that the iron box is at the center of these occurrences sends Ken Holt and his friend Sandy Allen on an exciting adventure to solve the mystery! <br><br>\n\nKen Holt was the central characters in a series of 18 mystery stories for boys written by Sam and Beryl Epstein under the pseudonym Bruce Campbell. (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-iron-box-by-bruce-campbell/ |
ken holt s father famous newspaper writer comes home christmas visit one gifts brings antique iron box soon arrives serious unexplained events occur including attempted burglary hunch iron box center occurrences sends ken holt friend sandy allen exciting adventure solve mystery br br ken holt central characters series 18 mystery stories boys written sam beryl epstein pseudonym bruce campbell summary maria therese |
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10145 |
10787 |
Legion of Lazarus |
Edmond Hamilton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Those convicted of the most heinous crimes are sentenced to the Humane Penalty: they are ejected from the airlock of a ship, to freeze in the icy chill of outer space. Death is instantaneous. But in some cases, not permanent. - Summary by Peter Eastman</p> |
English |
1956 |
https://librivox.org/the-legion-of-lazarus-by-edmond-hamilton/ |
convicted heinous crimes sentenced humane penalty ejected airlock ship freeze icy chill outer space death instantaneous cases permanent summary peter eastman p |
| 10201 |
10146 |
10788 |
Custer, and Other Poems |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. The final poem of this volume is an epic narrative poem glorifying the life and deeds of George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876), who served in the American Civil War and the American Indian Wars. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/custer-and-other-poems-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume poems ella wheeler wilcox final poem volume epic narrative poem glorifying life deeds george armstrong custer 1839 1876 served american civil war american indian wars summary carolin p |
| 10202 |
10147 |
10789 |
35 Sonnets |
Fernando Pessoa |
Sonnets |
While Portuguese author Fernando Pessoa is internationally now known mostly for his masterpiece <i>The Book of Disquiet</i>, he was also an outstanding poet. 35 of his sonnets are collected in this volume. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/35-sonnets-by-fernando-pessoa/ |
portuguese author fernando pessoa internationally known mostly masterpiece i the book disquiet i also outstanding poet 35 sonnets collected volume summary carolin p |
| 10203 |
10148 |
10790 |
Heart and Science: A Story of the Present Time |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Heart and Science is one of Wilkie Collins' didactic novels. It is the story of young doctor Ovid Vere, who fights for his love against all resistance of his family and their immediate circle of acquaintances. The novel features a large inheritance, a secret engagement, and an evil stepmother, but what makes the novel truly remarkable is that Wilkie Collins, who was always very fond of animals, speaks out in this volume against animal cruelty in the sciences. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/heart-and-science-a-story-of-the-present-time-by-wilkie-collins/ |
heart science one wilkie collins didactic novels story young doctor ovid vere fights love resistance family immediate circle acquaintances novel features large inheritance secret engagement evil stepmother makes novel truly remarkable wilkie collins always fond animals speaks volume animal cruelty sciences summary carolin |
| 10204 |
10149 |
10791 |
Sea and Sardinia |
D. H. Lawrence |
Travel & Geography |
A travel book describing a journey taken by Lawrence and his wife Frieda (whom he refers to as the Queen Bee) by sea from Sicily to Sardinia and then in the interior of that island ( Anthony Ogus) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/sea-and-sardinia-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
travel book describing journey taken lawrence wife frieda whom refers queen bee sea sicily sardinia interior island anthony ogus |
| 10205 |
10150 |
10792 |
Strange Story Book |
Leonora Blanche Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of stories compiled by the widow of the renowned children's short-story collector, Andrew Lang. She describes this as the final installment of his series of fairy stories and includes some of those stories he had not included in other collections. In the preface, she pays tribute to her husband, saying he liked old things more than new, he loved all beasts' because they were beasts', fairies, cricket and dancing. He longed to visit far away places, but hated to travel. But most of all he befriended children wherever he went and they shared stories with him. Only his own children mocked him. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-story-book-by-leonora-blanche-lang/ |
collection stories compiled widow renowned children s short story collector andrew lang describes final installment series fairy stories includes stories included collections preface pays tribute husband saying liked old things new loved beasts beasts fairies cricket dancing longed visit far away places hated travel befriended children wherever went shared stories him children mocked him summary lynne thompson |
| 10206 |
10151 |
10793 |
Love Songs |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
<i>"Sara Teasdale sings about love better than any other contemporary American poet."—'The Boston Transcript', 1918.</i><br>As the title already gives away, this is a volume of love poetry by Sara Teasdale, the first volume of poetry ever to be awarded the Pulitzer Prize for poetry in 1918. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/love-songs-by-sara-teasdale/ |
i sara teasdale sings love better contemporary american poet the boston transcript 1918 i br as title already gives away volume love poetry sara teasdale first volume poetry ever awarded pulitzer prize poetry 1918 summary carolin p |
| 10207 |
10152 |
10794 |
Captain Craig: A Book of Poems |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Narratives |
This is a volume of narrative poems by Edwin Arlington Robinson. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/captain-craig-a-book-of-poems-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
volume narrative poems edwin arlington robinson summary carolin |
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10153 |
10795 |
Sonnets |
James Russell Lowell |
Sonnets |
James Russell Lowell's extensive poetic work also includes a series of Sonnets. Some of those have already been included in the volumes <i>Early Poems</i> and <i>Miscellaneous Poems</i>, but 27 of his Sonnets are collected in this volume. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
james russell lowell s extensive poetic work also includes series sonnets already included volumes i early poems i i miscellaneous poems i 27 sonnets collected volume summary carolin p |
| 10209 |
10197 |
10840 |
Einige Gedichte |
Friedrich Schiller |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine kleine Auswahl aus den Gedichten von Friedrich Schiller. Es finden sich hierbei sowohl sehr bekannte Gedichte, wie <i>Das Lied von der Glocke</i>, aber auch weniger bekannte, aber nicht weniger schöne Stücke. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
German |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/einige-gedichte-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
dies ist eine kleine auswahl aus den gedichten von friedrich schiller es finden sich hierbei sowohl sehr bekannte gedichte wie i das lied von der glocke i aber auch weniger bekannte aber nicht weniger schöne stücke summary carolin p |
| 10210 |
10156 |
10798 |
Midsummer Night's Dream (version 4) |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
Even people who claim to hate Shakespearean comedy have to admit that they love A Midsummer Night’s Dream.\nThe original play is already naturally divided into three realms: the mortal world, the faerie realm and the play within the play, thus it presents the perfect opportunity to double and triple cast the same actors. So it was really only a matter of time till somebody came up with the crazy idea to stage the whole thing with only three people.</p>\nThose crazy people are Tony Addison, John Burlinson and Sonia. The outcome of their collaboration is a 3 hour tour-de-force full of surprises: special effects, music, songs. True to the Shakespearean spirit, cross-gender casting was a must, so don't be alarmed when Titania (who will shatter all your preconceptions of the term "fairy queen" forever) enters the stage.\nNow you're forewarned, and if you still think you're ready, settle back in your armchair and let a bit of faerie into your world. We hope you enjoy the ride.\n(Summary by Tony Addison, John Burlinson and Sonia)</p>\n |
English |
1998 |
https://librivox.org/a-midsummer-nights-dream-version-4-by-william-shakespeare/ |
even people claim hate shakespearean comedy admit love midsummer night s dream original play already naturally divided three realms mortal world faerie realm play within play thus presents perfect opportunity double triple cast actors really matter time till somebody came crazy idea stage whole thing three people p crazy people tony addison john burlinson sonia outcome collaboration 3 hour tour de force full surprises special effects music songs true shakespearean spirit cross gender casting must alarmed titania who shatter preconceptions term fairy queen forever enters stage forewarned still think ready settle back armchair let bit faerie world hope enjoy ride summary tony addison john burlinson sonia p |
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10157 |
10799 |
Baseball Joe at Yale |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Sports Fiction |
<br />"Baseball Joe" Matson's great ambition is to become a professional baseball pitcher. The Baseball Joe series follows his career as he seeks to attain his goal. In this volume, Joe follows the wishes of his parents and attends college, and seeks to join the Yale University varsity baseball nine. Much to his disappointment, he finds that he cannot immediately do so, due to a Yale rule barring Freshmen from placement on the varsity. We follow his college adventures through his first and second years, with emphasis on his trials in making the team in year two, including the attempts of a rival pitcher to keep him off the team.\n<br /><br />\nLester Chadwick is one of dozens of house pseudonyms created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate in the early to mid 1900's, to "author" children's series. Contract writers (whose identities were to remain unknown under tight secrecy) were hired to write the books in the series under the various names, usually multiple writers contributing volumes to a particular series. Howard R. Garis (1873-1962) is thought to have ghost-written most, if not all, of the 14-volume Baseball Joe series. - Summary by Donald Cummings<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/baseball-joe-at-yale-by-howard-r-garis/ |
br baseball joe matson s great ambition become professional baseball pitcher baseball joe series follows career seeks attain goal volume joe follows wishes parents attends college seeks join yale university varsity baseball nine much disappointment finds cannot immediately so due yale rule barring freshmen placement varsity follow college adventures first second years emphasis trials making team year two including attempts rival pitcher keep team br br lester chadwick one dozens house pseudonyms created stratemeyer syndicate early mid 1900 s author children s series contract writers whose identities remain unknown tight secrecy hired write books series various names usually multiple writers contributing volumes particular series howard r garis 1873 1962 thought ghost written most all 14 volume baseball joe series summary donald cummings br br |
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10158 |
10800 |
Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour |
Robert Smith Surtees |
Humorous Fiction |
Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/mr-sponges-sporting-tour-by-robert-smith-surtees/ |
mr sponge s sporting tour delightful comic satire fox hunting fraternity mid 19th century surtees takes great pleasure creating comic personalities dialogue resembles later pickwick papers dickens whose style may well influenced surtees story follows eponymous soapy sponge victorian freeloader confidence trickster manages work way around gentrified houses southern england fox hunting goes summary kevin green |
| 10213 |
10159 |
10801 |
Adventures of Bobby Coon |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
"In this engaging story, Bobby Raccoon suffers a series of mishaps. Following a bad dream, he bites his own tail, is given a dreadful fright, learns that Farmer Brown's Boy is a kind friend, survives an encounter with Buster Bear, gets a terrible shaking and more, but, happily, is rescued by Peter Rabbit and eventually finds a new home."\n(Jude Somers) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-bobby-coon-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
in engaging story bobby raccoon suffers series mishaps following bad dream bites tail given dreadful fright learns farmer brown s boy kind friend survives encounter buster bear gets terrible shaking more but happily rescued peter rabbit eventually finds new home jude somers |
| 10214 |
10160 |
10802 |
Young Diana |
Marie Corelli |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Poor Diana May. Her fiancé has jilted her, her parents think she is an encumbrance and no one recognises her intelligence. She seems destined to remain unloved, unappreciated and unpaid - until she decides to take control of her life. It all begins with an advertisement for an assistant to an eccentric scientist with a hidden laboratory in Switzerland... - Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-diana-by-marie-corelli/ |
poor diana may fiancé jilted her parents think encumbrance one recognises intelligence seems destined remain unloved unappreciated unpaid decides take control life begins advertisement assistant eccentric scientist hidden laboratory switzerland summary newgatenovelist |
| 10215 |
10161 |
10803 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 06. June 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the June Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>The Effects of Geographic Environment in the Development of Civilization in Primitive Man, by Gardiner G. Hubbard</li>\n <li>The National Forest Reserves, by Frederick H. Newell</li>\n <li>George W. Melville</li>\n <li>Geographic Serials</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-06-june-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly june number br includes following articles br br ul li the effects geographic environment development civilization primitive man gardiner g hubbard li li the national forest reserves frederick h newell li li george w melville li li geographic serials li ul br br |
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10162 |
10805 |
Dream of the Red Chamber Book II |
Xueqin Cao |
Literary Fiction |
<em>The Dream of the Red Chamber</em> (also known as <em>The Story of the Stone</em>) is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of China, and considered the greatest of them all. Almost 40 main characters and some 500 minor characters tell the fortunes of the Chia family; the book details mainly the life of Chia Pao-yü, the heir apparent, who is described as very intelligent, but also as carefree and self-indulging. The already wealthy Chia family rises to new heights when Pao-yü's elder sister becomes an imperial consort. On her first visit home, a lush garden is built, where much of the rest of the story takes place. The intrigues surrounding Pao-yü and his cousins, especially Lin Tai-yü who he loves, and Hsüeh Pao-ch'ai who he is finally tricked into marrying, make up a large part of the story. The decline of the Chia family begins with the death of the imperial consort, and when they fall into disfavour with the emperor, their mansions and the garden are eventually destroyed. <br><br>\nThe whole book has 120 chapters, only 80 of which were written by Cao Xueqin before his death in 1764. Cheng Weiyuan and Gao E claimed to have access to Cao's papers, and published what is now known as the Cheng-Gao version in 1791. Henry Bencraft Joly translated only part of the book written by Cao. Book I contains the first 24 chapters, Book II ends abruptly with chapter 56; a Book III was never published.</p> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-of-the-red-chamber-book-ii-by-xueqin-cao/ |
em the dream red chamber em also known em the story stone em one four great classical novels china considered greatest all almost 40 main characters 500 minor characters tell fortunes chia family book details mainly life chia pao yü heir apparent described intelligent also carefree self indulging already wealthy chia family rises new heights pao yü s elder sister becomes imperial consort first visit home lush garden built much rest story takes place intrigues surrounding pao yü cousins especially lin tai yü loves hsüeh pao ch ai finally tricked marrying make large part story decline chia family begins death imperial consort fall disfavour emperor mansions garden eventually destroyed br br whole book 120 chapters 80 written cao xueqin death 1764 cheng weiyuan gao e claimed access cao s papers published known cheng gao version 1791 henry bencraft joly translated part book written cao book contains first 24 chapters book ii ends abruptly chapter 56 book iii never published p |
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10163 |
10806 |
Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Years 1799-1804, Vol.2 |
Aimé Bonpland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Science |
In Volume 2 of “The Personal Narrative”, Alexander von Humboldt and the botanist Aimé Bonpland continue their travels, beginning at Lake Valencia in the llanos of Venezuela and then travelling the mighty South American river, the Orinoco, and its tributaries, for 75 days in a dugout canoe, guided by local Indians and accompanied by one of the local missionaries. As in Volume 1, von Humboldt describes the people, plants, animals, geography and geology of the region. These descriptions include his famous experiments on electic eels as well as descriptions of the arrau tortoise, river porpoises, crocodiles, jaguars and caribe (flesh eating) fish. Likewise there are narratives of the sights, sounds and smells of the scenery through which they passed, and accounts of the peoples of the Orinoco basin.\n\nTheir canoe carried themselves and their provisions, but also their scientific instruments, collections, and a menagerie of caged birds and monkeys. von Humbold summarises the difficulties of the voyage. “The inconveniences endured at sea in small vessels are trivial in comparison with those that are suffered under a burning sky, surrounded by swarms of mosquitos, and lying stretched in a canoe, without the possibility of taking the least bodily exercise. In seventy-five days we had performed a passage of five hundred leagues (twenty to a degree) on the five great rivers, Apure, Orinoco, Atabapo, Rio Negro, and Cassiquiare; and in this vast extent we had found but a very small number of inhabited places.”\n\nThese travels had the aims of identifying the source(s) of the Orinoco, of ascertaining its connection with the Amazon, and of making astronomical measurements to improve the maps of the rivers, all of which were incorrect at that time. (Incidentally, von Humboldt's longitudes are with reference to the Paris meridian.) Volume 2 describes their travels from the 21st of February to the 14th of June 1800, when they arrived at Angostura, the capital of the province of Guiana at that time. (summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/personal-narrative-of-travels-to-the-equinoctial-regions-of-america-during-the-years-1799-1804-vol2-by-alexander-von-humboldt/ |
volume 2 the personal narrative alexander von humboldt botanist aimé bonpland continue travels beginning lake valencia llanos venezuela travelling mighty south american river orinoco tributaries 75 days dugout canoe guided local indians accompanied one local missionaries volume 1 von humboldt describes people plants animals geography geology region descriptions include famous experiments electic eels well descriptions arrau tortoise river porpoises crocodiles jaguars caribe flesh eating fish likewise narratives sights sounds smells scenery passed accounts peoples orinoco basin canoe carried provisions also scientific instruments collections menagerie caged birds monkeys von humbold summarises difficulties voyage the inconveniences endured sea small vessels trivial comparison suffered burning sky surrounded swarms mosquitos lying stretched canoe without possibility taking least bodily exercise seventy five days performed passage five hundred leagues twenty degree five great rivers apure orinoco atabapo rio negro cassiquiare vast extent found small number inhabited places travels aims identifying source s orinoco ascertaining connection amazon making astronomical measurements improve maps rivers incorrect time incidentally von humboldt s longitudes reference paris meridian volume 2 describes travels 21st february 14th june 1800 arrived angostura capital province guiana time summary gail timmerman vaughan |
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10164 |
10807 |
What Katy Did at School (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Susan Coolidge |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life |
Following Katy's recovery in What Katy Did, Katy and Clover go to Hillsover, a boarding school. Together with their new friend Rosamond Redding, or "Rose Red", they form a Society for the Suppression of Unladylike Conduct--but then they are accused of sending notes to a boy outside the school. Katy and Clover know they have nothing to do with it, but can they prove their innocence to the teachers and principal before they are expelled? (Summary by Esther ben Simonides) \n<br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nKaty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nClover: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nElsie, Mary Silver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nDorry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>\nJohnnie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313">Rosalynn</a><br>\nPhil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423">Johnny Smith</a><br>\nDr. Carr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br>\nRose Red (Rosamond Redding): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\nBella Arkwright: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a><br>\nLouisa Agnew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br>\nEsther Dearborn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11254">avocado</a><br>\nSally Alsop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6548">Kristin Gjerløw</a><br>\nAmy Erskine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10980">The Legendary Chicken</a><br>\nAlice Gibbons, Annie Silsbie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSally Austin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>\nAlice White: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br>\nEllen Gray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nLilly Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nClarence Page, Mr. Worret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a><br>\nMrs. Page (Cousin Olivia): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>\nMr. Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10459">Dillon McFarlane</a><br>\nMrs. Florence, Old Mary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMiss Jane, Stout lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMrs. Nipson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br>\nMr. Gray, Mr. Eels: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H Dolbier</a><br>\nMrs. Agnew, Miss Marsh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11109">Vicki Hibbins</a><br>\nCousin Helen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nAlexander, Conductor, Daniel DAubigny Sparks, Professor Seccomb, Mr. Peters: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs. Worret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10386">Becca Maggie</a><br>\n\nEditing by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nProoflistening by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11955"> Helen Z. Ferrara, Teaneck, NJ</a> |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/what-katy-did-at-school-dramatic-reading-by-susan-coolidge/ |
following katy s recovery katy did katy clover go hillsover boarding school together new friend rosamond redding rose red form society suppression unladylike conduct but accused sending notes boy outside school katy clover know nothing it prove innocence teachers principal expelled summary esther ben simonides br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br katy a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br clover a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br elsie mary silver a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br dorry a href https librivox org reader 10422 eddy sherman a br johnnie a href https librivox org reader 10313 rosalynn a br phil a href https librivox org reader 10423 johnny smith a br dr carr a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br rose red rosamond redding a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br bella arkwright a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a br louisa agnew a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br esther dearborn a href https librivox org reader 11254 avocado a br sally alsop a href https librivox org reader 6548 kristin gjerløw a br amy erskine a href https librivox org reader 10980 the legendary chicken a br alice gibbons annie silsbie a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br sally austin a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br alice white a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br ellen gray a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br lilly page a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br clarence page mr worret a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a br mrs page cousin olivia a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br mr page a href https librivox org reader 10459 dillon mcfarlane a br mrs florence old mary a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br miss jane stout lady a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs nipson a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br mr gray mr eels a href https librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br mrs agnew miss marsh a href https librivox org reader 11109 vicki hibbins a br cousin helen a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br alexander conductor daniel daubigny sparks professor seccomb mr peters a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs worret a href https librivox org reader 10386 becca maggie a br editing by a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br prooflistening by a href https librivox org reader 11955 helen z ferrara teaneck nj a |
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10165 |
10808 |
Cruising Voyage Around the World |
Woodes Rogers |
Memoirs |
First to the South-seas, Thence to the East-Indies, and Homewards by the Cape of Good Hope. Begun in 1708, and Finish'd in 1711. Containing a Journal of All the Remarkable Transactions; Particularly, of the Taking of Puna and Guiaquil, of the Acapulco Ship, and Other Prizes; an Account of Alexander Selkirk's Living Alone Four Years and Four Months in an Island; and a Brief Description of Several Countries in Our Course Noted for Trade, Especially in the South-sea. With Maps of All the Coast, from the Best Spanish Manuscript Draughts. And an Introduction Relating to the South-sea Trade. (Woodes Rogers) </br></br>\nThe story of the first privateer and his adventures; including the account of Alexander Selkirk's living alone on an island off Chile which formed the background to Robinson Crusoe. (Kim) |
English |
1732 |
https://librivox.org/a-cruising-voyage-around-the-world-by-woodes-rogers/ |
first south seas thence east indies homewards cape good hope begun 1708 finish d 1711 containing journal remarkable transactions particularly taking puna guiaquil acapulco ship prizes account alexander selkirk s living alone four years four months island brief description several countries course noted trade especially south sea maps coast best spanish manuscript draughts introduction relating south sea trade woodes rogers br br story first privateer adventures including account alexander selkirk s living alone island chile formed background robinson crusoe kim |
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10166 |
10809 |
Logic of Hegel |
Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel |
Modern |
This is the William Wallace translation of the first part of Hegel's Encyclopedia of the Philosophical Sciences on logic. This is an outline of Hegel's logical system that he would use and elaborate on during his lectures, it is a shorter version of his earlier publication The Science of Logic. The William Wallace translation is very influential and famous for its clarity, although he took some liberties and does not always stick closely to Hegel's original text. - Summary by Ryan Smallwood |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-logic-of-hegel-by-georg-wilhelm-friedrich-hegel/ |
william wallace translation first part hegel s encyclopedia philosophical sciences logic outline hegel s logical system would use elaborate lectures shorter version earlier publication science logic william wallace translation influential famous clarity although took liberties always stick closely hegel s original text summary ryan smallwood |
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10167 |
10810 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 17: Ester |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Bibles |
El libro de Ester es la historia real de una joven en el reino persa, Ester, quien fue obligada a participar en un concurso de belleza para elegir una nueva reina. Su tío (o posiblemente primo) la crió como su propia hija cuando los padres de ella murieron. El tío Mardoqueo era un Judio que fue tomado de Israel durante la cautividad de Babilonia. Sin embargo, los orígenes de Ester no eran conocidos por los líderes persas, ya que su tio le advirtió que no revelara que era judía.\nEster entró en el harén del rey junto con muchas bellas jóvenes vírgenes. Ella fue elegida por el rey para convertirse en la reina en lugar de Vasti.\nEn su nueva posición Ester pudo salvar al pueblo judio de ser totalmente destruido. El libro esta escrito a manera de novela y aun cuando Dios no se menciona directamente por su nombre, el libro está lleno de grandes lecciones espirituales, siendo la mayor de ellas como Dios protege a su pueblo, y como El no siempre puede hacerlo en la manera que pensamos que lo haría. Ester es un interesante, entretenido y hasta cómico libro. Disfrútalo! - Summary by Claudia Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-1909-17-ester/ |
el libro de ester es la historia real de una joven en el reino persa ester quien fue obligada participar en un concurso de belleza para elegir una nueva reina su tío o posiblemente primo la crió como su propia hija cuando los padres de ella murieron el tío mardoqueo era un judio que fue tomado de israel durante la cautividad de babilonia sin embargo los orígenes de ester eran conocidos por los líderes persas ya que su tio le advirtió que revelara que era judía ester entró en el harén del rey junto con muchas bellas jóvenes vírgenes ella fue elegida por el rey para convertirse en la reina en lugar de vasti en su nueva posición ester pudo salvar al pueblo judio de ser totalmente destruido el libro esta escrito manera de novela aun cuando dios se menciona directamente por su nombre el libro está lleno de grandes lecciones espirituales siendo la mayor de ellas como dios protege su pueblo como el siempre puede hacerlo en la manera que pensamos que lo haría ester es un interesante entretenido hasta cómico libro disfrútalo summary claudia barrett p |
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10213 |
10856 |
Short Plays from Dickens |
Horace Baker Browne |
Literary Fiction, Plays |
Here is a collection of 20 short plays drawn from various books by Charles Dickens such as Nicholas Nickleby, David Copperfield, Bleak House, and Our Mutual Friend. "For the use of Amateur and School Dramatic Societies" - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nIntroduction: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMrs Tibbs Boarding House - From Sketches by Boz<br>\nMrs Tibbs - A boarding-house keeper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr Tibbs - Her husband: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11686">Tim Watkins</a><br>\nMrs Maplesone - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMiss Matilda Maplesone - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMiss Julia Maplesone - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>\nMr Calton - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11852">Tom U</a><br>\nMr Septimus Hicks - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr Simpson - Boarder at Mrs. Tibbs': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nJames - A boy-servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nRobinson - A maid-servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mrs Tibbs Boarding House: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11765">PaulHW</a><br>\nHoratio Sparkins - From Sketches by Boz<br>\nMr Malderton - A City merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nMrs Malderton - His wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMiss Teresa Malderton - Their daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMiss Marianne Malderton - Their daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>\nMr Thomas Malderton - Their son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMr Jacob Barton - A grocer - brother to Mrs Malderton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nMr Flamwell - A friend of Mr Malderton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nA Linen Draper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nMr "Horatio Sparkins" - a young man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for Horatio Sparkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMiss Squeers' Tea-Party - From Nicholas Nickleby<br>\nFanny Squeers - Daughter of Mr Wackford Squeers, the Proprietor of Do-the-boys Hall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMatilda Price - A miller's daughter, and Miss Squeers' bosom friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nJohn Browdie - A Yorkshire corn-factor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nNicholas Nickleby - Mr Squeers; usher, lately come to Do-the-boys Hall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for Miss Squeers' Tea-Party: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nThe Gentleman Next Door - From Nicholas Nickleby<br>\nMrs Nickleby - A widow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11278">Michelle Kane</a><br>\nKate Nickleby - Her daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nThe Gentleman Next Door - A harmless lunatic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nStage Directions for The Gentleman Next Door: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nStormy Scenes in the Varden Household - From Barnaby Rudge<br>\nGabriel Varden - A locksmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMrs Varden - His wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nDolly Varden - Their daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMiggs - Mrs Varden's "domestic": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>\nEdward Chester - A young gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nJoe Willet - Dolly's sweetheart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nStage Directions for Stormy Scenes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nHatching a Conspiracy - From Barnaby Rudge<br>\nMiggs - The "domestic" of Mrs Varden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3816">Bev J Stevens</a><br>\nSimon Tappertit - Gabriel Varden's apprentice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for Hatching a Conspiracy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nThe Stranger's Visit - From Barnaby Rudge<br>\nBarnaby Rudge - An idiot youth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs Rudge - His mother, living as a widow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nThe Stranger - Banaby's father, a murderer in hiding, but supposed to have been murdered himself: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nStage Directions for The Stranger's Visit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nThe Great Protestant Association - From Barnaby Rudge<br>\nLord George Gordon - A religious fanatic (President of the Great Protestant Association): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nGashford - His Secretary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nDennis - The hangman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nHugh - An hostler at the Maypole Inn, who has run away from his master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for The Great Protestant Association: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMr. Pecksniff's Pleasant Family Party - From Martin Chuzzlewit<br>\nMr Pecksniff - An architect and land-surveyor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nCharity Pecksniff - His daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMercy Pecksniff - His daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMr Spottletoe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr Anthony Chuzzlewit - Relative of Mr Pecksniff, each of whom has designs on the property of old Mr Martin Chuzzlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMr George Chuzzlewit - Relative of Mr Pecksniff, each of whom has designs on the property of old Mr Martin Chuzzlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs Chuzzlewit - Relative of Mr Pecksniff, each of whom has designs on the property of old Mr Martin Chuzzlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nMiss Chuzzlewit - Relative of Mr Pecksniff, each of whom has designs on the property of old Mr Martin Chuzzlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mr Pecksniff's Pleasant Family Party: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nAn Unexpected Meeting - From Martin Chuzzlewit<br>\nMartin Chuzzlewit - A young gentleman who is "hard up": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMontague Tigg - An undesirable acquaintance of Martin Chuzzlewit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nA Shopman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nStage Directions for An Unexpected Meeting: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nA Division Between Friends - From Martin Chuzzlewit<br>\nSairey Gamp - Professional nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nBetsy Prig - Professional nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr Sweedlepipe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nStage Directions for A Division Between Friends: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nThe Friendly Waiter - From David Copperfield<br>\nDavid Copperfield - A small boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nWilliam - A waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nStage Directions for The Friendly Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nBetsy Trotwood at Home - From David Copperfield<br>\nMiss Betsy Trotwood - An elderly lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\n"Mr Dick" - A harmless lunatic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br>\nJanet - Maid-servant to Miss Betsy Trotwood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nDavid Copperfield - A small boy, to whom Miss Betsy Trotwood is great-aunt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMr Murdstone - David Copperfield's step-father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMiss Murdstone - His sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\nStage Directions for Betsy Trotwood at Home: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMr. Micawber's Prospects - From David Copperfield<br>\nMr Wilkins Micawber - A gentleman who is "waiting for something to turn up": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMrs Micawber - His wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nDavid Copperfield - Law-student: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nTraddles - Law-student: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mr Micawber's Prospects: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMr. Guppy's Proposal - From Bleak House<br>\nEsther Summerson - Ward of John Jarndyce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMr Guppy - Clerk to the Firm of Kenge and Carboy, Solicitors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mr Guppy's Proposal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMrs. Snagsby's Guests - From Bleak House<br>\nMr Snagsby - A law-stationer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMrs Snagsby - His wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nThe Rev Mr Chadband - A "vessel in the Ministry": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nGuster - Mrs Snagsby's maid-of-all-work: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mrs Snagsby's Guests: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. George's Shooting Gallery - From Bleak House<br>\nMr George - Proprietor of the Shooting Gallery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11888">Averagemoe</a><br>\nPhil Squod - His "familiar": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nGrandfather Smallweed - A miser and money-lender: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mr George's Shooting Gallery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\nSilas Wegg's Stall - From Our Mutual Friend<br>\nSilas Wegg - A stall-keeper and ballad-monger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr Boffin - A retired dustman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nStage Directions for Silas Wegg's Stall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMr. Venus's Shop - From Our Mutual Friend<br>\nMr Venus - A "Preserver of Animals and Birds": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>\nSilas Wegg - A stall-keeper and ballad-monger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nStage Directions for Mr Venus's Shop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nAt "Jenny Wren's" - From Our Mutual Friend<br>\n"Jenny Wren" - A dolls' dress-maker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>\n"Her Bad Child" - Jenny Wren's father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLizzie Hexam - Jenny Wren's friend, who is living with her: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nCharlie Hexam - Lizzie Hexam's brother - a pupil-teacher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nBradley Headstone - Charlie Hexam's school-master, in love with Lizzie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage Directions for At Jenny Wren's: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nAll edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/short-plays-from-dickens-by-horace-baker-browne/ |
collection 20 short plays drawn various books charles dickens nicholas nickleby david copperfield bleak house mutual friend for use amateur school dramatic societies summary toddhw br br cast list br introduction a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs tibbs boarding house sketches boz br mrs tibbs boarding house keeper a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr tibbs husband a href https librivox org reader 11686 tim watkins a br mrs maplesone boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br miss matilda maplesone boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br miss julia maplesone boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br mr calton boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 11852 tom u a br mr septimus hicks boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr simpson boarder mrs tibbs a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br james boy servant a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br robinson maid servant a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br stage directions mrs tibbs boarding house a href https librivox org reader 11765 paulhw a br horatio sparkins sketches boz br mr malderton city merchant a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br mrs malderton wife a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br miss teresa malderton daughter a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br miss marianne malderton daughter a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br mr thomas malderton son a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr jacob barton grocer brother mrs malderton a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br mr flamwell friend mr malderton a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br linen draper a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br mr horatio sparkins young man a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions horatio sparkins a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br miss squeers tea party nicholas nickleby br fanny squeers daughter mr wackford squeers proprietor do the boys hall a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br matilda price miller s daughter miss squeers bosom friend a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br john browdie yorkshire corn factor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br nicholas nickleby mr squeers usher lately come do the boys hall a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions miss squeers tea party a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br gentleman next door nicholas nickleby br mrs nickleby widow a href https librivox org reader 11278 michelle kane a br kate nickleby daughter a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br gentleman next door harmless lunatic a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br stage directions gentleman next door a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br stormy scenes varden household barnaby rudge br gabriel varden locksmith a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs varden wife a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br dolly varden daughter a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br miggs mrs varden s domestic a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br edward chester young gentleman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br joe willet dolly s sweetheart a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br stage directions stormy scenes a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br hatching conspiracy barnaby rudge br miggs domestic mrs varden a href https librivox org reader 3816 bev j stevens a br simon tappertit gabriel varden s apprentice a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions hatching conspiracy a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br stranger s visit barnaby rudge br barnaby rudge idiot youth a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs rudge mother living widow a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stranger banaby s father murderer hiding supposed murdered himself a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br stage directions stranger s visit a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br great protestant association barnaby rudge br lord george gordon religious fanatic president great protestant association a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br gashford secretary a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br dennis hangman a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br hugh hostler maypole inn run away master a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions great protestant association a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mr pecksniff s pleasant family party martin chuzzlewit br mr pecksniff architect land surveyor a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br charity pecksniff daughter a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mercy pecksniff daughter a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br mr spottletoe a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr anthony chuzzlewit relative mr pecksniff designs property old mr martin chuzzlewit a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr george chuzzlewit relative mr pecksniff designs property old mr martin chuzzlewit a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs chuzzlewit relative mr pecksniff designs property old mr martin chuzzlewit a href https librivox org reader 11193 amy deuchler a br miss chuzzlewit relative mr pecksniff designs property old mr martin chuzzlewit a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions mr pecksniff s pleasant family party a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br unexpected meeting martin chuzzlewit br martin chuzzlewit young gentleman hard up a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br montague tigg undesirable acquaintance martin chuzzlewit a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br shopman a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br stage directions unexpected meeting a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br division friends martin chuzzlewit br sairey gamp professional nurse a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br betsy prig professional nurse a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr sweedlepipe a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br stage directions division friends a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann a br friendly waiter david copperfield br david copperfield small boy a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br william waiter a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br stage directions friendly waiter a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br betsy trotwood home david copperfield br miss betsy trotwood elderly lady a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br mr dick harmless lunatic a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br janet maid servant miss betsy trotwood a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br david copperfield small boy miss betsy trotwood great aunt a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mr murdstone david copperfield s step father a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br miss murdstone sister a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br stage directions betsy trotwood home a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr micawber s prospects david copperfield br mr wilkins micawber gentleman waiting something turn up a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs micawber wife a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a br david copperfield law student a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br traddles law student a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions mr micawber s 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Multilingual Short Works Collection 015 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. \n<br><br>\n01 - French - Lettre I by Napoleon Bonaparte key words: prose, letter, Napoléon, Joséphine <br>\n02 - Galician - Adiós Ríos, Adiós fontes by Rosalía de Castro key words: poetry <br>\n03 - Galician - Cántiga by Manuel Curros Enríquez key words: poetry <br>\n04 - Galician - As duas pragas by Manuel Curros Enríquez key words: poetry <br>\n05 - Galician - Falade Galego by Eduardo Pondal key words: poetry <br>\n06 - Galician - Feros Corvos de Xallas by Eduardo Pondal key words: poetry <br>\n07 - Galician - Galicia by Xoán Manuel Pintos Villar key words: poetry <br>\n08 - Galician - Ao Mariscal Pardo de Cela by Valentín Lamas Carvajal key words: poetry <br>\n09 - Galician - O Mayo by Manuel Curros Enríquez key words: poetry <br>\n10 - Galician - Negra Sombra by Rosalía de Castro key words: poetry <br>\n11 - Galician - Os Pinos by Eduardo Pondal key words: poetry <br>\n12 - Galician - Sola by Manuel Curros Enríquez key words: poetry <br>\n13 - Galician - Unha vez tiven un cravo by Rosalía de Castro key words: poetry <br>\n14 - Galician - A Xusticia pola man by Rosalía de Castro key words: poetry <br>\n15 - German - Siegfried und Starkad by Karl Mullenhoff key words: prose, legend <br>\n16 - Luxembourgish - Et wor emol e Kanoněer by Edmond de la Fontaine key words: operetta-song, love, death, ghost <br>\n17 - Polish - "Przyjaciele" from vol. "Bajki" by Adam Mickiewicz key words: poetry <br>\n18 - Polish - "Żaby i ich króle" from vol. "Bajki" by Adam Mickiewicz key words: poetry <br>\n19 - Romanian - Identitate... by Ion Luca Caragiale key words: short prose, humoristic sketch <br>\n20 - Spanish - La Novela Del Tranvía by Manuel Guitérrez Nájera key words: short fiction story, realistic, humor <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-015/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 french lettre napoleon bonaparte key words prose letter napoléon joséphine br 02 galician adiós ríos adiós fontes rosalía de castro key words poetry br 03 galician cántiga manuel curros enríquez key words poetry br 04 galician duas pragas manuel curros enríquez key words poetry br 05 galician falade galego eduardo pondal key words poetry br 06 galician feros corvos de xallas eduardo pondal key words poetry br 07 galician galicia xoán manuel pintos villar key words poetry br 08 galician ao mariscal pardo de cela valentín lamas carvajal key words poetry br 09 galician mayo manuel curros enríquez key words poetry br 10 galician negra sombra rosalía de castro key words poetry br 11 galician os pinos eduardo pondal key words poetry br 12 galician sola manuel curros enríquez key words poetry br 13 galician unha vez tiven un cravo rosalía de castro key words poetry br 14 galician xusticia pola man rosalía de castro key words poetry br 15 german siegfried und starkad karl mullenhoff key words prose legend br 16 luxembourgish et wor emol e kanoněer edmond de la fontaine key words operetta song love death ghost br 17 polish przyjaciele vol bajki adam mickiewicz key words poetry br 18 polish żaby ich króle vol bajki adam mickiewicz key words poetry br 19 romanian identitate ion luca caragiale key words short prose humoristic sketch br 20 spanish la novela del tranvía manuel guitérrez nájera key words short fiction story realistic humor br |
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10170 |
10813 |
Dad's Trip to Brisbane (from Our New Selection) |
Steele Rudd |
Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
Chapters XV through XIX of "Our New Selection"<br>\n"The wheat was in, and Dad decided to take a trip to Brisbane. For seven or eight years he had been thinking of that trip, but something or other always came to prevent his going. According to Dad himself, the farm would suffer if he went away for a month; there would be no one to look after it, no one to manage. According to us there would be no one to look on while the cows were being milked; no one to stand in the paddock all day while the hay was being raked and carted and stacked; no one to fuss round and be a nuisance to Dave while he sold a draft of fats to a butcher, or drove a profitable deal with the pig-buyers; no one to yell boisterously for the whereabouts of any of us when we chanced to be concealed from view for a moment or two by a dray, or a hay-stack, or something; no one to annoy the men who worked hardest, and to incite them to strike and seek employment elsewhere; no one to molest Regan’s bull when it came round our way; no one to take the gun down when little Billy Bearup came to see Sarah; no one to sool the dogs on to travelling stock and challenge the big dusty drovers to get down and be obliterated; and no one to aggravate Dave and Joe to blasphemy and rebellion. \nYes; we would miss Dad when he went away. Still, we encouraged him to go. We were not selfish. We said it would be a pleasant change to him. We said nothing of the pleasure it would be to ourselves. We thought only of Dad. Some families never think of their father at all. We never forgot Dad for a day. He was never out of our minds." - Summary by Steele Rudd</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/dads-trip-to-brisbane-by-steele-rudd/ |
chapters xv xix our new selection br the wheat in dad decided take trip brisbane seven eight years thinking trip something always came prevent going according dad himself farm would suffer went away month would one look it one manage according us would one look cows milked one stand paddock day hay raked carted stacked one fuss round nuisance dave sold draft fats butcher drove profitable deal pig buyers one yell boisterously whereabouts us chanced concealed view moment two dray hay stack something one annoy men worked hardest incite strike seek employment elsewhere one molest regan s bull came round way one take gun little billy bearup came see sarah one sool dogs travelling stock challenge big dusty drovers get obliterated one aggravate dave joe blasphemy rebellion yes would miss dad went away still encouraged go selfish said would pleasant change him said nothing pleasure would ourselves thought dad families never think father all never forgot dad day never minds summary steele rudd p |
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10171 |
10814 |
Mentor 1 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
The Mentor Association was established to increase interest and knowledge among the public in the areas of art, literature, science, nature, history and travel. The association published a magazine twice monthly, each dealing with a different topic and often written by a recognized authority of the day. They were easy to read, visually appealing and affordable. This collection includes selections from issues dating from 1913-1919. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-mentor-1-by-various/ |
mentor association established increase interest knowledge among public areas art literature science nature history travel association published magazine twice monthly dealing different topic often written recognized authority day easy read visually appealing affordable collection includes selections issues dating 1913 1919 summary lynne thompson |
| 10226 |
10172 |
10815 |
Crook in the Lot; or, The Sovereignty and Wisdom of God, in the Afflictions of Men, Displayed |
Thomas Boston |
Christianity - Commentary |
A meditation on Ecclesiastes 7:3, "Consider the work of God: for who can make that straight which he hath made crooked?," The Crook in the Lot considers the purposes of God for suffering and affliction in the life of the Christian. -Summary by Chris Bunn |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/the-crook-in-the-lot-or-the-sovereignty-and-wisdom-of-god-in-the-afflictions-of-men-displayed-by-thomas-boston/ |
meditation ecclesiastes 7 3 consider work god make straight hath made crooked crook lot considers purposes god suffering affliction life christian summary chris bunn |
| 10227 |
10173 |
10816 |
Northern Trails, Book 1 |
William J. Long |
Animals & Nature |
"In the original preface to "Northern Trails" the author stated that, with the solitary exception of the salmon's life in the sea after he vanishes from human sight, every incident recorded here is founded squarely upon personal and accurate observation of animal life and habits. I now repeat and emphasize that statement. Even when the observations are, for the reader's sake, put into the form of a connected story, there is not one trait or habit mentioned which is not true to animal life."\n-- William J. Long, from the book's preface.\n\nNorthern Trails, Book I, is one of the last two books in the "Wood Folk" series by William J. Long. It has six stories, with wolves, Indians, caribou, and much more. - Summary by Kangaroo692 |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/northern-trails-book-i-by-william-j-long/ |
in original preface northern trails author stated that solitary exception salmon s life sea vanishes human sight every incident recorded founded squarely upon personal accurate observation animal life habits repeat emphasize statement even observations are reader s sake put form connected story one trait habit mentioned true animal life william j long book s preface northern trails book i one last two books wood folk series william j long six stories wolves indians caribou much more summary kangaroo692 |
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10174 |
10817 |
Kreativity for Kats & Other Stories |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
Here are three stories by the inimitable Fritz Leiber, all from Galaxy Magazine: Kreativity for Kats 1961 - aliens do live among us; The Last Letter from Galaxy 1958 - a hand written letter paralizes the postal service; and The Big Engine, 1962 - what makes everything go? perhaps this man is right. All are different and all are very enjoyable. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kreativity-for-kats-other-stories-by-fritz-leiber/ |
three stories inimitable fritz leiber galaxy magazine kreativity kats 1961 aliens live among us last letter galaxy 1958 hand written letter paralizes postal service big engine 1962 makes everything go perhaps man right different enjoyable summary phil chenevert p |
| 10229 |
10175 |
10818 |
Leven van Maurits Lijnslager deel 4 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Een roman over dé ideale 'Nederlandse man' uit de 17de eeuw. Het boek is geschreven in de 19de eeuw als 'verzet' tegen de Franse overheersing. Ook voor de 21ste eeuw is het boek nog actueel, al zouden we dan 'Nederlandse man' beter kunnen vervangen door de term 'Wereldburger (m/v)'. In dit vierde en laatste deel gaat Maurits waardig de weg van alle vlees. - Summary by Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-maurits-lijnslager-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een roman dé ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw het boek geschreven de 19de eeuw als verzet tegen de franse overheersing ook voor de 21ste eeuw het boek nog actueel al zouden dan nederlandse man beter kunnen vervangen door de term wereldburger m v dit vierde en laatste deel gaat maurits waardig de weg van alle vlees summary marcel coenders |
| 10230 |
10226 |
10869 |
Village Life in America |
Caroline Cowles Richards Clarke |
Memoirs |
A diary of a young school girl in Canandaigua, New York during the Civil War. (Summary by MaryElizabeth) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/village-life-in-america-by-caroline-cowles-richards-clarke/ |
diary young school girl canandaigua new york civil war summary maryelizabeth |
| 10231 |
10176 |
10819 |
Guide to Health |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi |
Health & Fitness, Medical, Self-Help |
Mahatma Gandhi, known today as a fascinating political leader and pacifist, also considered himself "something of an authority on matters of Health and Disease as well. Very few of us perhaps are aware that he is the author of quite an original little Health-book in Gujarati. [...] His views are of course radically different from the ordinary views that find expression in the pages of such books; in many cases, indeed, his doctrines must be pronounced revolutionary, and will doubtless be regarded by a certain class of readers as wholly impracticable. Even the most revolutionary of his doctrines, however, are based, not on the shifting quicksands of mere theory, but on the solid foundation of deep study, backed up by personal experience of nearly thirty years. He himself recognizes that many of his views will hardly be accepted by the ordinary reader, but he has felt himself impelled by a stern sense of duty to give publicity to his convictions formed after so much of study and experience" (Preface).\n\nThough his advice may appear socially outdated or medically obvious/dubious to his modern day audience based on what we know now, Gandhi's treatise still provides a fascinating look on maintaining good health as it was understood in the early twentieth century. - Summary by Mary Kay and A. Rama Iyer |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/a-guide-to-health-by-mohandas-karamchand-gandhi/ |
mahatma gandhi known today fascinating political leader pacifist also considered something authority matters health disease well us perhaps aware author quite original little health book gujarati views course radically different ordinary views find expression pages books many cases indeed doctrines must pronounced revolutionary doubtless regarded certain class readers wholly impracticable even revolutionary doctrines however based shifting quicksands mere theory solid foundation deep study backed personal experience nearly thirty years recognizes many views hardly accepted ordinary reader felt impelled stern sense duty give publicity convictions formed much study experience preface though advice may appear socially outdated medically obvious dubious modern day audience based know now gandhi s treatise still provides fascinating look maintaining good health understood early twentieth century summary mary kay a rama iyer |
| 10232 |
10177 |
10820 |
With Christ in the School of Prayer (version 2) |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
“We have become so accustomed to limit the wonderful love and the large promises of our God, that we cannot read the simplest and clearest statements of our Lord without the qualifying clauses by which we guard and expound them”. This is what Andrew Murray writes in the preface to this practical and scriptural volume on the practice of prayer. This book has been of tremendous help to generations of believers as they have sought a more effective prayer life. It opens with the words of the disciples, “Lord, teach us to pray”. And so opens the school of prayer to which believers are invited. - Summary by Christopher Smith |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/with-christ-in-the-school-of-prayer-by-andrew-murray-2/ |
we become accustomed limit wonderful love large promises god cannot read simplest clearest statements lord without qualifying clauses guard expound them andrew murray writes preface practical scriptural volume practice prayer book tremendous help generations believers sought effective prayer life opens words disciples lord teach us pray opens school prayer believers invited summary christopher smith |
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10178 |
10821 |
Tolstoi for the Young: Selected tales from Tolstoi |
Leo Tolstoy |
Single Author Collections |
Seven stories by Leo Tolstoy selected for inclusion into a school curriculum. Some of the stories are well known and others more obscure; some are long and others quite short but all are of course from the pen of the great graf Leo Tolstoy and faithfully translated by Mrs. R. S. Townsend. - Summary by philip a chenevert</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/tolstoi-for-the-young-selected-tales-from-tolstoi-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
seven stories leo tolstoy selected inclusion school curriculum stories well known others obscure long others quite short course pen great graf leo tolstoy faithfully translated mrs r s townsend summary philip chenevert p |
| 10234 |
10179 |
10822 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 13 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is the thirteenth collection of monologues from Shakespeare's plays. Our readers have chosen their favourite monologues from Shakespeare's famous comedies, tragedies, and histories, covering a wide range of topics, and emotions. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-collection-vol-13-by-william-shakespeare/ |
thirteenth collection monologues shakespeare s plays readers chosen favourite monologues shakespeare s famous comedies tragedies histories covering wide range topics emotions summary carolin |
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10180 |
10823 |
Ligeia und Andere Novellen |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Short Stories |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von sieben Geschichten des Meisters der Spukgeschichten Edgar Allan Poe. Enthalten sind unter Anderem die drei berühmten Geschichten Ligeia, Morella und Eleonora, die sich auf verschiedene Weise mit dem Verlust von Geliebten befassen. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/ligeia-und-andere-novellen-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von sieben geschichten des meisters der spukgeschichten edgar allan poe enthalten sind unter anderem die drei berühmten geschichten ligeia morella und eleonora die sich auf verschiedene weise mit dem verlust von geliebten befassen summary carolin |
| 10236 |
10181 |
10824 |
Sieben Gedichte |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung der sieben berühmtesten Gedichte des Amerikanischen Autors Edgar Allan Poe. Enthalten sind natürlich der allgegenwärtige Rabe, aber auch sechs im deutschen Sprachraum vielleicht weniger bekannte Gedichte. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/sieben-gedichte-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
dies ist eine sammlung der sieben berühmtesten gedichte des amerikanischen autors edgar allan poe enthalten sind natürlich der allgegenwärtige rabe aber auch sechs im deutschen sprachraum vielleicht weniger bekannte gedichte summary carolin |
| 10237 |
10182 |
10825 |
Cuentos Clásicos del Norte, Primera Serie |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Gothic Fiction, Literary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Edgar Allan Poe nació en Boston, Massachusetts, el 19 de enero de 1809, durante una permanencia temporal de sus padres, que eran actores, en la ciudad; murió en Báltimore, Máryland, el 7 de octubre de 1869. A la muerte de su madre fué adoptado por John Allan, de Ríchmond, Virginia, quien le hizo educar en un colegio particular de Ríchmond y en la Manor House School, Stoke-Néwington, Inglaterra, hasta 1820, época en que regresó a Ríchmond. En 1826 ingresó a la University of Virginia. Durante su breve permanencia allí hízose famoso por sus temerarias hazañas de jugador y bebedor. Su protector le asoció a sus negocios en diciembre de 1826, pero el joven escapó a Boston donde trató de sostenerse con sus poesías, de las cuales el primer volumen, publicado en 1827, se titula: Tamerlane and Other Poems. Acosado por la necesidad, se alistó como soldado en el ejército regular, bajo el nombre de Édgar A. Perry, siendo nombrado sargento mayor en 1829. No obstante, su padre adoptivo Allan hizo que le dieran de baja y que fuera admitido como cadete en West Point. No agraciándole la escuela, procuró intencionalmente que le despidieran en 1831, y comenzó una vida irregular, vagando de ciudad en ciudad y dedicándose a la literatura. En 1835 contrajo matrimonio con Virginia Clemm, y se hizo cargo de la dirección del Southern Literary Messenger de Richmond. Más tarde fué director de varias revistas, fijando su residencia en Nueva York en 1844. La publicación de The Raven (1845) consagró su fama convirtiéndole en el genio literario de la época. Después de la muerte de su mujer en 1847 comenzó a declinar su carrera, y murió dos años más tarde en el Washington College Hospital en estado de delirio. Sus obras más importantes, en adición a las mencionadas en la Introducción de esta serie, son: Al Warwaf, Tamerlane and Minor Poems (1829); Poems (1831); Tales of the Grotesque and Arabesque (1840). (Editores)</p> |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-clasicos-del-norte-primera-serie-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe nació en boston massachusetts el 19 de enero de 1809 durante una permanencia temporal de sus padres que eran actores en la ciudad murió en báltimore máryland el 7 de octubre de 1869 la muerte de su madre fué adoptado por john allan de ríchmond virginia quien le hizo educar en un colegio particular de ríchmond en la manor house school stoke néwington inglaterra hasta 1820 época en que regresó ríchmond en 1826 ingresó la university virginia durante su breve permanencia allí hízose famoso por sus temerarias hazañas de jugador bebedor su protector le asoció sus negocios en diciembre de 1826 pero el joven escapó boston donde trató de sostenerse con sus poesías de las cuales el primer volumen publicado en 1827 se titula tamerlane poems acosado por la necesidad se alistó como soldado en el ejército regular bajo el nombre de édgar a perry siendo nombrado sargento mayor en 1829 obstante su padre adoptivo allan hizo que le dieran de baja que fuera admitido como cadete en west point agraciándole la escuela procuró intencionalmente que le despidieran en 1831 comenzó una vida irregular vagando de ciudad en ciudad dedicándose la literatura en 1835 contrajo matrimonio con virginia clemm se hizo cargo de la dirección del southern literary messenger de richmond más tarde fué director de varias revistas fijando su residencia en nueva york en 1844 la publicación de raven 1845 consagró su fama convirtiéndole en el genio literario de la época después de la muerte de su mujer en 1847 comenzó declinar su carrera murió dos años más tarde en el washington college hospital en estado de delirio sus obras más importantes en adición las mencionadas en la introducción de esta serie son al warwaf tamerlane minor poems 1829 poems 1831 tales grotesque arabesque 1840 editores p |
| 10238 |
10183 |
10826 |
Stamp Collecting as a Pastime |
Edward J. Nankivell |
Crafts & Hobbies |
Edward J. Nankivell was an early stamp collector in England. In this book he describes the hobby of stamp collecting. He was the editor of the Philatelic Record and Stamp News. - Summary by Kangaroo692 |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/stamp-collecting-as-a-pastime-by-edward-j-nankivell/ |
edward j nankivell early stamp collector england book describes hobby stamp collecting editor philatelic record stamp news summary kangaroo692 |
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10184 |
10827 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 27: Apocalipsis |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Bibles |
Apocalipsis es el último libro de la Biblia y el único que contiene una promesa de bendición a todo aquel que lo lea o escuche! “Bienaventurado el que lee y los que oyen las palabras de esta profecía, y guardan las cosas en ella escritas; porque el tiempo está cerca”( Apocalipsis 1:3)\n\nJuan era ya anciano y estaba encarcelado en la isla de Patmos, cuando recibió una visión apocalíptica de un ángel. En esta visión se le instruyó que escribiera a las siete iglesias lo que había visto. Apocalipsis 1:19 dice: "Escribe, pues, las cosas que has visto, y las que son, y las que han de ser después de estas cosas" \n\nApocalipsis es una Profecía y Epístola (o Carta) que el apostol Juan, discípulo y seguidor del Señor Jesucristo y testigo de su crucifixión, escribió mientras era prisionero en la isla de Patmos, aproximadamente en el año 85-95 dC. Su propósito es dar ánimo y esperanza a todos los verdaderos cristianos para que continúen esperando el regreso y el triunfo del Señor Jesucristo, y al mismo tiempo para advertir a los no creyentes de la sentencia definitiva que sufrirán en ese último día si no se arrepienten. - Summary by Claudia Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-27-apocalipsis-by-reina-valera/ |
apocalipsis es el último libro de la biblia el único que contiene una promesa de bendición todo aquel que lo lea escuche bienaventurado el que lee los que oyen las palabras de esta profecía guardan las cosas en ella escritas porque el tiempo está cerca apocalipsis 1 3 juan era ya anciano estaba encarcelado en la isla de patmos cuando recibió una visión apocalíptica de un ángel en esta visión se le instruyó que escribiera las siete iglesias lo que había visto apocalipsis 1 19 dice escribe pues las cosas que visto las que son las que han de ser después de estas cosas apocalipsis es una profecía epístola o carta que el apostol juan discípulo seguidor del señor jesucristo testigo de su crucifixión escribió mientras era prisionero en la isla de patmos aproximadamente en el año 85 95 dc su propósito es dar ánimo esperanza todos los verdaderos cristianos para que continúen esperando el regreso el triunfo del señor jesucristo al mismo tiempo para advertir los creyentes de la sentencia definitiva que sufrirán en ese último día si se arrepienten summary claudia barrett p |
| 10240 |
10185 |
10828 |
Ralstons |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Katharine has married Jack Ralston secretly and hoped to force her rich uncle's hand in assisting him to find a career. After his refusal, she couldn't face her new husband to break the news and a series of mishaps led everyone - Katharine included - to believe Jack had fallen victim to the demon he had been fighting: drink. Realizing that she need not acknowledge the marriage, yet unable to continue on as a single woman, she attends a dinner with some misgivings, knowing she will be seated by him. Meanwhile, he is confused by her cold treatment of him, assuming she had received the letter he sent her. All is explained at the dinner - but what will they do now? Continue as if nothing had happened? Or has the misunderstanding caused too great a rift? Will Jack 'buckle down' and take the boring office job he has already rejected, in order to be able to claim his wife and support her? Does the west hold the promise of a new beginning? Or will they swallow their pride and accept the very generous gift from Uncle Robert, which they have already rejected in order to make their own way? And how does Frank Miner's news that Uncle Robert intended to buy the newspaper affect things? In this sequel to Katharine Lauderdale, we follow the newly married couple as they navigate the treacherous waters of married bliss. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-ralstons-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
katharine married jack ralston secretly hoped force rich uncle s hand assisting find career refusal face new husband break news series mishaps led everyone katharine included believe jack fallen victim demon fighting drink realizing need acknowledge marriage yet unable continue single woman attends dinner misgivings knowing seated him meanwhile confused cold treatment him assuming received letter sent her explained dinner now continue nothing happened misunderstanding caused great rift jack buckle down take boring office job already rejected order able claim wife support her west hold promise new beginning swallow pride accept generous gift uncle robert already rejected order make way frank miner s news uncle robert intended buy newspaper affect things sequel katharine lauderdale follow newly married couple navigate treacherous waters married bliss summary lynne thompson |
| 10241 |
10186 |
10829 |
Sonnet 18 |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A LibriVox Weekly Poetry tribute to William Shakespeare marking the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in April 2016. Two of Shakespeare's most famous sonnets, Sonnet 18 and Sonnet 130, have completely contradict each-other and offer differing views on love and love poetry. Whereas Sonnet 18 is the nice cute cliched one, Sonnet 130 provides a more realistic, almost rhetorical view of love and both would be incredibly popular. This project features Sonnet 18. - Summary by catrose </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-18-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
librivox weekly poetry tribute william shakespeare marking 400th anniversary bard s death april 2016 two shakespeare s famous sonnets sonnet 18 sonnet 130 completely contradict each other offer differing views love love poetry whereas sonnet 18 nice cute cliched one sonnet 130 provides realistic almost rhetorical view love would incredibly popular project features sonnet 18 summary catrose p |
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10187 |
10830 |
Sonnet 130 |
William Shakespeare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A LibriVox Weekly Poetry tribute to William Shakespeare marking the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in April 2016. Two of Shakespeare's most famous sonnets, Sonnet 18 and Sonnet 130, have completely contradict each-other and offer differing views on love and love poetry. Whereas Sonnet 18 is the nice cute cliched one, Sonnet 130 provides a more realistic, almost rhetorical view of love and both would be incredibly popular. This project features Sonnet 130. - Summary by catrose </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sonnet-130-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
librivox weekly poetry tribute william shakespeare marking 400th anniversary bard s death april 2016 two shakespeare s famous sonnets sonnet 18 sonnet 130 completely contradict each other offer differing views love love poetry whereas sonnet 18 nice cute cliched one sonnet 130 provides realistic almost rhetorical view love would incredibly popular project features sonnet 130 summary catrose p |
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10188 |
10831 |
Out of Bohemia: A Story of Paris Student-Life |
Gertrude Christian Fosdick |
Literary Fiction |
Beryl Carrington is a naïve young American artist following her ideals to Paris, where she meets three young men, all also artists and all in love with her. Georges is French-American and a bit wild, with a French mistress on the side. Clayton is a true-hearted human being as well as a single-minded painter, with room for little in his life besides Art. Harold is more of a bourgeois Bohemian, coming from upper-class New York society but also a gifted and devoted painter with dreams of greatness. It’s not at all clear which (if any) of the three Beryl will choose. This simple fin de siècle romance is not as simple as it appears, delineating the conflicts between social classes, between “innocent” America and “licentious,” “giddy” Paris, between the independence of men and the dependence of women in that era, even of bold women trying to carve out a place for themselves in the artistic world. (Summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-bohemia-by-gertrude-christian-fosdick/ |
beryl carrington naïve young american artist following ideals paris meets three young men also artists love her georges french american bit wild french mistress side clayton true hearted human well single minded painter room little life besides art harold bourgeois bohemian coming upper class new york society also gifted devoted painter dreams greatness it s clear if any three beryl choose simple fin de siècle romance simple appears delineating conflicts social classes innocent america licentious giddy paris independence men dependence women era even bold women trying carve place artistic world summary expatriate p |
| 10244 |
10189 |
10832 |
Mother West Wind's Animal Friends |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
This is the 6th compilation of childrens bedtime stories by conservationist and newspaper columnist author Thornton Waldo Burgess. Burgess used his outdoor observations as plots for his stories.\nThe stories involve his earlier developed characters such as Peter Rabbit, Sammy Jay and Grandfather Frog. - Summary by afutterer. |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mother-west-winds-animal-friends-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
6th compilation childrens bedtime stories conservationist newspaper columnist author thornton waldo burgess burgess used outdoor observations plots stories stories involve earlier developed characters peter rabbit sammy jay grandfather frog summary afutterer |
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10190 |
10833 |
Problem of China |
Bertrand Russell |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
In 1920-21 Bertrand Russell lived and taught in Peking (Beijing), publishing this book on his return to England. In 1920 he had visited Bolshevik Russia, talked to Lenin, and was unimpressed by what he had seen. China, however, was another matter. Like many travelers, he often saw what he wanted to see, and after Europe’s Great War, he found many signs of hope in China. In that country, he was welcomed by the young intellectuals who saw him as a representative of modern and scientific thought. They, however, were trying to cast off much of the old tradition that they thought held China back, and they were often opposed to Russell’s urging that they hold on to much of their own tradition, which he saw as superior to that of Europe, particularly after the terrible slaughter of 1914-18 on the continent. His work is very much a product of its time, and today, almost a century later, many are still trying to explain China -- a very different China from Russell's -- to an outside world. (Nicholas Clifford) </p> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-problem-of-china-by-bertrand-russell/ |
1920 21 bertrand russell lived taught peking beijing publishing book return england 1920 visited bolshevik russia talked lenin unimpressed seen china however another matter like many travelers often saw wanted see europe s great war found many signs hope china country welcomed young intellectuals saw representative modern scientific thought they however trying cast much old tradition thought held china back often opposed russell s urging hold much tradition saw superior europe particularly terrible slaughter 1914 18 continent work much product time today almost century later many still trying explain china different china russell s outside world nicholas clifford p |
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10191 |
10834 |
Damned If You Don't |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
We've all heard of the wonderful invention that the Big Corporation or the Utilities suppressed? The one that would revolutionize society with it's simplicity? Well usually, that Wonderful Invention won't work, actually. But what if there really was one or two like that? Would the oil industry, or the power conglomerates, or the auto monopolies actually be nasty enough to suppress something that would help the rest of the world just so they could go on making profits? Well of course they would, silly! But then there is another possibility, one that is explored in the uniquely wonderful way of Randall Garrett. And one that you may not suspect. And one that may even change your opinions just a bit so watch out. Summary by Phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/damned-if-you-dont-by-randall-garrett/ |
we ve heard wonderful invention big corporation utilities suppressed one would revolutionize society simplicity well usually wonderful invention work actually really one two like that would oil industry power conglomerates auto monopolies actually nasty enough suppress something would help rest world could go making profits well course would silly another possibility one explored uniquely wonderful way randall garrett one may suspect one may even change opinions bit watch out summary phil chenevert p |
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10192 |
10835 |
Saga of Erik the Red (Reeves Translation) |
Unknown |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
The Saga of Erik the Red is one of the two important thirteenth-century accounts of the Norse explorations of Greenland and North America, along with The Saga of the Greenlanders. Containing fantastic anecdotes about ghostly visitations, wise women-seers, and one-legged native Unipeds, the saga is just as fascinating for what is clearly authentic history. It vividly relates the conflict between Christianity and the old Norse religion; the significant place of extraordinary women in Icelandic and Greenland culture; the frequent incursions of the Norsemen into Ireland and Scotland, lands really not at all far from the centers of Norse activity; and first contact with the native inhabitants of the Dawnlands of northeastern North America. Most absorbing are the clear embodiments of real human personalities in this historical saga: Leif Erikson and his lover, the renownedly intelligent Thorgunna who boldly renounced social convention; Gudrid the daughter of Thorbiorn, beautiful and of strong and influential character; Thioldhild, the wife of Erik the Red, who refused to have sex with him so long as he resisted Christianity; Thorbiorg, the eldritch “Little Sibyl,” who dispensed prophecies to the settlers of Greenland; and Thorhall, the fey, untameable hunter, who held fast to his god Thor the Red-Bearded even when it meant being severed from human society.\n\nThis translation by Arthur Middleton Reeves is taken from a weighty compilation of texts related to the Norse explorations entitled The Norse Discoveries of America and including the translations and editing of fellow Norse scholars North Ludlow Beamish and Rasmus Björn Anderson. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/saga-of-erik-the-red/ |
saga erik red one two important thirteenth century accounts norse explorations greenland north america along saga greenlanders containing fantastic anecdotes ghostly visitations wise women seers one legged native unipeds saga fascinating clearly authentic history vividly relates conflict christianity old norse religion significant place extraordinary women icelandic greenland culture frequent incursions norsemen ireland scotland lands really far centers norse activity first contact native inhabitants dawnlands northeastern north america absorbing clear embodiments real human personalities historical saga leif erikson lover renownedly intelligent thorgunna boldly renounced social convention gudrid daughter thorbiorn beautiful strong influential character thioldhild wife erik red refused sex long resisted christianity thorbiorg eldritch little sibyl dispensed prophecies settlers greenland thorhall fey untameable hunter held fast god thor red bearded even meant severed human society translation arthur middleton reeves taken weighty compilation texts related norse explorations entitled norse discoveries america including translations editing fellow norse scholars north ludlow beamish rasmus björn anderson expatriate p |
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10193 |
10836 |
Saga of the Greenlanders (Reeves Translation) |
Unknown |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
The Saga of the Greenlanders is one of the two important thirteenth-century accounts of the Norse explorations of Greenland and North America, along with the Saga of Erik the Red. The two accounts describe many of the same events leading to Norse contact with the North American coastline almost five hundred years before Columbus, but contradict each other in a number of mysterious and fascinating ways. Containing less fantastic material than the Saga of Erik the Red (though not without its own ghost stories), the Saga of the Greenlanders details the conflict between Christianity and the old Norse religion; the significant place of extraordinary women in Icelandic and Greenlander culture; and first contact with the native inhabitants of the Dawnlands of northeastern North America. Most absorbing is the three-dimensioned portrayal of real human personalities, an intriguingly distinct cast of characters from that of its parallel saga: Leif Erikson, the larger-than-life hero who seems to be mystically guided wherever he goes; Gudrid, the daughter of Thorbiorn, beautiful and of strong and influential character; Freydis, the implacable killer of anyone she considers an enemy; and Tyrker, the outlandish little foster-father of Leif and gleeful discoverer of wine grapes in the new land. Read together, the two sagas take on new signifance by their contrasts and their similarities, raising as many mysteries as they solve.<br><br>\n\nThis translation by Arthur Middleton Reeves is taken from a weighty compilation of texts related to the Norse explorations entitled The Norse Discoveries of America and including the translations and editing of fellow Norse scholars North Ludlow Beamish and Rasmus Björn Anderson. - Summary by Expatriate</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/saga--greenlanders-reeves/ |
saga greenlanders one two important thirteenth century accounts norse explorations greenland north america along saga erik red two accounts describe many events leading norse contact north american coastline almost five hundred years columbus contradict number mysterious fascinating ways containing less fantastic material saga erik red though without ghost stories saga greenlanders details conflict christianity old norse religion significant place extraordinary women icelandic greenlander culture first contact native inhabitants dawnlands northeastern north america absorbing three dimensioned portrayal real human personalities intriguingly distinct cast characters parallel saga leif erikson larger than life hero seems mystically guided wherever goes gudrid daughter thorbiorn beautiful strong influential character freydis implacable killer anyone considers enemy tyrker outlandish little foster father leif gleeful discoverer wine grapes new land read together two sagas take new signifance contrasts similarities raising many mysteries solve br br translation arthur middleton reeves taken weighty compilation texts related norse explorations entitled norse discoveries america including translations editing fellow norse scholars north ludlow beamish rasmus björn anderson summary expatriate p |
| 10249 |
10194 |
10837 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 06, Dec. 9, 1879 |
Various |
Short works, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This sixth issue of the serial was published on December 9, 1879. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-06-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children sixth issue serial published december 9 1879 published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 10250 |
10195 |
10838 |
Poetic Duets |
Various |
Poetry |
This selection of poems has many favourites from authors such as Edward Lear and Robert Browning, as well as less well known authors. We hope you enjoy the poems.<br><br>Please note that sections 3 and 11 had two sources for the text of the poems; they are http://www.bartleby.com/337/202.html and http://www.bartleby.com/101/76.html. (Summery by Newgatenovelist)<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetic-duets-by-various/ |
selection poems many favourites authors edward lear robert browning well less well known authors hope enjoy poems br br please note sections 3 11 two sources text poems http www bartleby com 337 202 html http www bartleby com 101 76 html summery newgatenovelist br br |
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10196 |
10839 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Part 2: Urbain Grandier |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
This is the dramatic story of Urbain Grandier, a catholic priest, who had a reputation to rival that of Casanova, which ultimately led to his destruction. He was accused of witchcraft after a series of accusations from nuns of a nearby convent, who claimed that Grandier has sent several demons upon them. <br>The case is very well documented, and the original documents of the alleged pact, written in backwards Latin and signed by all participating demons, are still preserved. The case continues to inspire art and sciences, leading to assessments of the events in light of modern sociology, psychology, and legal sciences. Alexandre Dumas' version of the events is presented here. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-urbain-grandier-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dramatic story urbain grandier catholic priest reputation rival casanova ultimately led destruction accused witchcraft series accusations nuns nearby convent claimed grandier sent several demons upon them br the case well documented original documents alleged pact written backwards latin signed participating demons still preserved case continues inspire art sciences leading assessments events light modern sociology psychology legal sciences alexandre dumas version events presented here summary carolin |
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10198 |
10841 |
High Hander |
William Turner |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Tesno was a troubleshooter. That's why the railroad construction company had hired him. His job was to make sure that nobody interfered with the tunnel that they were digging through that frontier region mountain. Tesno knew one thing for sure--if they had called him in, there must have been plenty interference--and the kind that didn't stop at murder. Frontier towns and frontier wilderness didn't pay much attention to city-made laws. Tesno carried his own law with him and he knew he'd have to make it respected. It was the law of the six-gun and the firm high hand. Take no guff, keep your powder dry, and don't give an inch. One moment of uncertainty, and it would mean his end! - Summary by William O. Turner</p> |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-high-hander-by-william-turner/ |
tesno troubleshooter that s railroad construction company hired him job make sure nobody interfered tunnel digging frontier region mountain tesno knew one thing sure if called in must plenty interference and kind stop murder frontier towns frontier wilderness pay much attention city made laws tesno carried law knew he d make respected law six gun firm high hand take guff keep powder dry give inch one moment uncertainty would mean end summary william o turner p |
| 10253 |
10199 |
10842 |
Jimmie Dale and the Phantom Clue |
Frank L. Packard |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
<BR>Jimmie Dale, alias The Gray Seal, alias Smarlinghue, is back in the criminal underworld of New York. He is desperately trying to find the criminal called the Phantom, alias Gentleman Laroque, in order to protect Marie, alias The Tocsin, the love of his life. A fast-paced, adventurous story riddled with aliases, disguises, gunfire and opium dens. \n<BR><BR>Third book about the adventures of Jimmie Dale. <a href="https://librivox.org/group/587">The first two are already available at Librivox.</a> - Summary by Anna Simon<BR><BR> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/jimmie-dale-and-the-phantom-clue-by-frank-l-packard/ |
br jimmie dale alias gray seal alias smarlinghue back criminal underworld new york desperately trying find criminal called phantom alias gentleman laroque order protect marie alias tocsin love life fast paced adventurous story riddled aliases disguises gunfire opium dens br br third book adventures jimmie dale a href https librivox org group 587 the first two already available librivox a summary anna simon br br |
| 10254 |
10200 |
10843 |
Historical Tales, Volume VII: Spanish |
Charles Morris |
General, Middle Ages/Middle History, Early Modern |
Volume VII of a series containing anecdotes and stories, some well-known, others less so, of particular countries. This seventh volume covers the history of Spain from before the Moorish conquest to the loss of overseas territories at the end of the 19th century, describing history for children and young adults in an exciting and novel manner. - Summary by Kalynda |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-volume-vii-spanish-by-charles-morris/ |
volume vii series containing anecdotes stories well known others less so particular countries seventh volume covers history spain moorish conquest loss overseas territories end 19th century describing history children young adults exciting novel manner summary kalynda |
| 10255 |
10201 |
10844 |
Old Man Rain |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, the fifth child of William and Christiana (Stelsly) Cawein. His father made patent medicines from herbs. Thus as a child, Cawein became acquainted with and developed a love for local nature.\nHis output was thirty-six books and 1,500 poems. His writing presented Kentucky scenes in a language echoing Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats. He soon earned the nickname the "Keats of Kentucky". - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/old-man-rain-by-madison-cawein/ |
madison julius cawein born louisville fifth child william christiana stelsly cawein father made patent medicines herbs thus child cawein became acquainted developed love local nature output thirty six books 1 500 poems writing presented kentucky scenes language echoing percy bysshe shelley john keats soon earned nickname keats kentucky summary wikipedia p |
| 10256 |
10202 |
10845 |
Lineman |
Chan Gardiner |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem by Chan Gardiner pays tribute to the Linemen working on America's high voltage lines, working in dangerous conditions so that the average citizen can enjoy his time at home. (Summary by David Lawrence</p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-lineman-by-chan-gardiner/ |
poem chan gardiner pays tribute linemen working america s high voltage lines working dangerous conditions average citizen enjoy time home summary david lawrence p |
| 10257 |
10203 |
10846 |
Under the Lilacs (version 3, dramatic reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Historical |
When a raggedy boy from the circus limps into the lives of the Moss family, he is unlike any child they have ever met. With his devoted and clever dog, Sancho, at his side, Ben’s amazing stunts from the big top and kindly, eager persona win the hearts of the Mosses, as well as the nurturing affection of his new mistress, Miss Celia, and the friendship of her spoiled brother, Thornton. From birthday parties to broken bones, times of triumph to times of tragedy, the group sticks together through it all in this heart-warming children’s story by Louisa May Alcott. (Summary by Twinkle)<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>Narrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>Ben Brown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a><br>Bab Moss: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Betty Moss: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a><br>Miss Celia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">Lian Pang</a><br>Thorny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo692</a><br>Mrs. Moss: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Brown, Billy Barton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Sam Kitteridge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a><br>Alfred Barlow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10897">Paige Al Qasem</a><br>Sancho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br>\nOther characters voiced by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10889">Lilith Branda</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10900">Jarek Celuch</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10892">Edgard Coronado</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10901">Ross McGrath</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a>, and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br><br> |
English |
2003 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-lilacs-ver-3-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
raggedy boy circus limps lives moss family unlike child ever met devoted clever dog sancho side ben s amazing stunts big top kindly eager persona win hearts mosses well nurturing affection new mistress miss celia friendship spoiled brother thornton birthday parties broken bones times triumph times tragedy group sticks together heart warming children s story louisa may alcott summary twinkle br br b cast list b br narrated a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br ben brown a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a br bab moss a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br betty moss a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a br miss celia a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian pang a br thorny a href https librivox org reader 9478 kangaroo692 a br mrs moss a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr brown billy barton a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sam kitteridge a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a br alfred barlow a href https librivox org reader 10897 paige al qasem a br sancho a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br characters voiced a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a a href https librivox org reader 10889 lilith branda a a href https librivox org reader 10900 jarek celuch a a href https librivox org reader 10892 edgard coronado a a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a a href https librivox org reader 10901 ross mcgrath a a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br br |
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10204 |
10847 |
Rover Boys In The Mountains |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure |
Another rousing tale of the Brothers Rover, set directly after their adventure in the Great Lakes, detailing yet another encounter with the dastardly Dan Baxter! - Summary by Matt Pierard</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-in-the-mountains-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
another rousing tale brothers rover set directly adventure great lakes detailing yet another encounter dastardly dan baxter summary matt pierard p |
| 10259 |
10205 |
10848 |
Stories Worth Rereading |
Various |
Religion, Religion |
A collection of short stories about many people. Some being tested, some being rewarded, all worth rereading! Many of them are the type to build character and inspire the readers to become men and women for God. They include various missionary, home and school stories. Numerous poems are also found sprinkled through this book.( Trotsa) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/stories-worth-rereading-by-various/ |
collection short stories many people tested rewarded worth rereading many type build character inspire readers become men women god include various missionary home school stories numerous poems also found sprinkled book trotsa |
| 10260 |
10206 |
10849 |
Bible (Fillion) 18: Livre de Job |
Fillion Bible |
Bibles |
Job, pieux et riche personnage du pays de Hus, jusqu'alors comblé de toutes les consolations humaines, est accablé soudain des maux les plus affreux qu'on puisse endurer ici-bas, Dieu le permettant pour l'éprouver. Il supporte d'abord son infortune avec une admirable patience, jusqu'à ce qu'une visite de ses trois amis, Éliphaz, Baldad et Sophar, occasionne entre eux et lui une vive discussion sur la cause de ses malheurs (...). L'idée principale et dominante de ce sublime poème (...) est le grand et douloureux problème qui occupe et trouble si souvent le cœur de l'homme, même parmi les clartés du Nouveau Testament : l'origine de la souffrance ici-bas, la cause des misères multiples qui atteignent le genre humaine, et, plus spécialement, la cause des souffrances du juste. ” (extraits de l'introduction du traducteur).\n |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/la-bible-fillion-18-livre-de-job-by-louis-claude-fillion-bible/ |
job pieux et riche personnage du pays de hus jusqu alors comblé de toutes les consolations humaines est accablé soudain des maux les plus affreux qu on puisse endurer ici bas dieu le permettant pour l éprouver il supporte d abord son infortune avec une admirable patience jusqu à ce qu une visite de ses trois amis éliphaz baldad et sophar occasionne entre eux et lui une vive discussion sur la cause de ses malheurs l idée principale et dominante de ce sublime poème est le grand et douloureux problème qui occupe et trouble si souvent le cœur de l homme même parmi les clartés du nouveau testament l origine de la souffrance ici bas la cause des misères multiples qui atteignent le genre humaine et plus spécialement la cause des souffrances du juste extraits de l introduction du traducteur |
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10207 |
10850 |
Adopting of Rosa Marie |
Carroll Watson Rankin |
Family |
In this charming girl's book we meet again the four chums of Dandelion Cottage. Their friendship knit closer than ever by their summer at playing house, the girls enlarge their activity by mothering a pretty little Indian baby.<br></br>\n\n"Those who have read Dandelion Cottage will need no urge to follow further. . . . A lovable group of four children, happily not perfect, but full of girlish plans and pranks and a delightful sense of humor." - Summary from the book |
English |
1936 |
https://librivox.org/the-adopting-of-rosa-marie-by-carroll-watson-rankin/ |
charming girl s book meet four chums dandelion cottage friendship knit closer ever summer playing house girls enlarge activity mothering pretty little indian baby br br those read dandelion cottage need urge follow further lovable group four children happily perfect full girlish plans pranks delightful sense humor summary book |
| 10262 |
10208 |
10851 |
Grace Harlowe with the U.S. Troops in the Argonne |
Jessie Graham Flower |
Children's Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Grace Harlowe continues her adventures in Europe, during World War I. She faces many perils and suffers heart ache, but still puts all of her effort into the war, driving her ambulance to help the injured American soldiers. ( ashleighjane)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/grace-harlowe-with-the-us-troops-in-the-argonne-by-jessie-graham-flower/ |
grace harlowe continues adventures europe world war i faces many perils suffers heart ache still puts effort war driving ambulance help injured american soldiers ashleighjane p |
| 10263 |
10209 |
10852 |
Story of the Armada |
Amice MacDonell |
Plays, Historical |
It's the summer of 1588, and all is not well in England. Citizens are plotting to betray their queen for Spanish gold, and the dreaded Armada is coming closer and closer. It's up to Lord Burleigh and brave Sir Francis Drake to stop them, but will they succeed in convincing Queen Elizabeth that such action is necessary? And when the Spanish ships finally arrive, what will happen to the queen and the citizens of London? (Summary by SweetPea)\n\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>William Cecil, Lord Burleigh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSir Walter Raleigh: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd</a><br>\nSir Francis Drake: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nMaster Jock Burwood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9105">James Koss</a><br>\nWill of Babbicombe/Third Conspirator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nDon Pedro de Valdez/Dickon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nFirst Conspirator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSecond Conspirator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br>\nAp Thomas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nQueen Elizabeth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLady Mary Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMistress Nan Hanway: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nMistress Alice Bridgewater: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br><br> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-armada-by-amice-macdonell/ |
summer 1588 well england citizens plotting betray queen spanish gold dreaded armada coming closer closer lord burleigh brave sir francis drake stop them succeed convincing queen elizabeth action necessary spanish ships finally arrive happen queen citizens london summary sweetpea br br b cast list b br william cecil lord burleigh a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sir walter raleigh a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd a br sir francis drake a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br master jock burwood a href https librivox org reader 9105 james koss a br babbicombe third conspirator a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br pedro de valdez dickon a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br first conspirator a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br second conspirator a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br ap thomas a href https librivox org reader 7315 charlotte duckett a br queen elizabeth a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lady mary howard a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mistress nan hanway a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br mistress alice bridgewater a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br br |
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10853 |
What's Mine's Mine |
George MacDonald |
General Fiction |
Set in the invigorating wilds of Scotland, clans are crumbling and emigrating as their homeland is bought out from under them. The characters quickly become your friends as you identify with and learn from their struggles and joys. Contrasts abound between true and false (or shallow) relationships, convictions, morals, and faith. - Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/whats-mines-mine-by-george-macdonald/ |
set invigorating wilds scotland clans crumbling emigrating homeland bought them characters quickly become friends identify learn struggles joys contrasts abound true false or shallow relationships convictions morals faith summary hannahmary |
| 10265 |
10211 |
10854 |
Criminal Investigation: a Practical Handbook for Magistrates, Police Officers and Lawyers, Volume 3 |
Hans Gross |
Psychology, Science |
Reputedly inspired by the Sherlock Holmes stories, Austrian criminal jurist and examining magistrate Hans Gross wrote the first handbook on criminal investigation. This treatise covers everything from the qualities of a good investigating officer and how to utilize various experts, to tactics employed by criminals, how to analyze footprints and blood stains, and ways that criminals perpetrate crimes. Some of the remarks relate directly to India, such as disguising one's caste.<br /><br />Volume 3 (of 3) consists of Part 4 of the 4 parts in the work. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/criminal-investigation-volume-3-by-hans-gross/ |
reputedly inspired sherlock holmes stories austrian criminal jurist examining magistrate hans gross wrote first handbook criminal investigation treatise covers everything qualities good investigating officer utilize various experts tactics employed criminals analyze footprints blood stains ways criminals perpetrate crimes remarks relate directly india disguising one s caste br br volume 3 of 3 consists part 4 4 parts work summary triciag |
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10212 |
10855 |
Death Shot |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
Long time since this hand hath penned a preface. Now only to say, that this romance, as originally published, was written when the author was suffering severe affliction, both physically and mentally—the result of a gun-wound that brought him as near to death as Darke’s bullet did Clancy.\n<br><br>\nIt may be asked, Why under such strain was the tale written at all? A good reason could be given; but this, private and personal, need not, and should not be intruded on the public. Suffice it to say, that, dissatisfied with the execution of the work, the author has remodelled—almost rewritten it.\n<br><br>\nIt is the same story; but, as he hopes and believes, better told.\n<br><br>\nGreat Malvern, September, 1874.\n<br><br> |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-shot-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
long time since hand hath penned preface say romance originally published written author suffering severe affliction physically mentally the result gun wound brought near death darke s bullet clancy br br may asked strain tale written all good reason could given this private personal need not intruded public suffice say that dissatisfied execution work author remodelled almost rewritten it br br story but hopes believes better told br br great malvern september 1874 br br |
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10214 |
10857 |
Cumbres Borrascosas |
Emily Brontë |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Cumbres Borrascosas, es considerada una de las obras maestras de la literatura inglesa. Narra la historia de amor entre Heatchliff y Catherine.\nHeatchcliff es un niño huérfano que el señor Earnshaw, padre de Catherine, lleva a “Cumbres Borrascosas” para criarlo como si fuera hijo suyo. Entre Catherine y Heathcliff nace una gran amistad, sin embargo el hermano de Catherine, Hindley, no pierde ocasión de humillar al niño.\nCon el tiempo esta amistad entre ambos niños,va transformándose en un amor tan intenso como turbulento... (Montse González) |
Spanish |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/cumbres-borrascosas-by-emily-bronte/ |
cumbres borrascosas es considerada una de las obras maestras de la literatura inglesa narra la historia de amor entre heatchliff catherine heatchcliff es un niño huérfano que el señor earnshaw padre de catherine lleva cumbres borrascosas para criarlo como si fuera hijo suyo entre catherine heathcliff nace una gran amistad sin embargo el hermano de catherine hindley pierde ocasión de humillar al niño con el tiempo esta amistad entre ambos niños va transformándose en un amor tan intenso como turbulento montse gonzález |
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10215 |
10858 |
Simon the Jester |
William John Locke |
Published 1900 onward |
Simon de Gex, a wealthy and successful MP, is diagnosed with a terminal illness and decides to use his last few months using his wealth and influence to do good. In particular, he determines to guide his protégé and friend, Dale, away from an unfortunate relationship with Lola Brandt, a lady with an unsuitably colourful background.<br /><br />The book follows what happens to Simon in his quest – and also what further happens when an operation unexpectedly restores his health.<br /><br />(Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/simon-the-jester-by-william-john-locke/ |
simon de gex wealthy successful mp diagnosed terminal illness decides use last months using wealth influence good particular determines guide protégé friend dale away unfortunate relationship lola brandt lady unsuitably colourful background br br the book follows happens simon quest also happens operation unexpectedly restores health br br summary simon evers |
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10216 |
10859 |
Mystical City of God, Volume 3 |
Venerable María de Jesús de Ágreda |
Christianity - Other |
The Mystical City of God is a book written in the 17th-century by the Franciscan nun, Venerable Mary of Jesus of Ágreda.\n<br><br>\nAccording to María de Ágreda, the book was to a considerable extent dictated to her by the Blessed Virgin Mary and regarded the life of the Virgin Mary and the divine plan for creation and the salvation of souls. The work alternates between descriptions of the Trinity, the Virgin Mary's life, and the spiritual guidance she provides to the author, by whom her words were reproduced for the spiritual benefit and growth of the reader. The book describes at length the various virtues, and how the reader should live in order to see them reflected in their own life, with the Virgin Mary as their model for sanctity. The work has the Imprimatur of several Popes and Bishops and appeals primarily to those who believe in “private revelation” and the sanctity of Mary. \n<br><br>\nVolume 3 deals with the Life of Blessed Mother after her return from Egypt. "The Sacramental Mysteries of the life of the Mother of God from the return out of Egypt up to her divine Son's ascension into heaven." - Summary by Wikipedia and Introduction |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/mystical-city-of-god-volume-3-by-venerable-maria-de-jesus-de-agreda/ |
mystical city god book written 17th century franciscan nun venerable mary jesus ágreda br br according maría de ágreda book considerable extent dictated blessed virgin mary regarded life virgin mary divine plan creation salvation souls work alternates descriptions trinity virgin mary s life spiritual guidance provides author words reproduced spiritual benefit growth reader book describes length various virtues reader live order see reflected life virgin mary model sanctity work imprimatur several popes bishops appeals primarily believe private revelation sanctity mary br br volume 3 deals life blessed mother return egypt the sacramental mysteries life mother god return egypt divine son s ascension heaven summary wikipedia introduction |
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10217 |
10860 |
But, I Don't Think |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
The title is obscure and a bit unsettling I admit; what could it possible mean? Randall Garrett wrote a story here that had me blissfully going in the wrong direction until he quietly yanked the rug from under my feet and made me fume a bit with irritation and amazement. I loved it and hated it because it did not end the way I wanted it to but the way it obviously should. The society and culture in the galaxy he has presupposed is as fascinating as the story itself and I can only hope he expanded on it in other books somewhere. The publisher quotes another story by R. Phillip Dachboden to indicate what he meant\n "As every thinking man knows, every slave always yearns for the freedom his master denies him...\nBut, gentlemen," said the Physician, "I really don't think we can consider any religion which has human sacrifice as an integral part as a humane religion." "At least," added the Painter with a chuckle, "not as far as the victim is concerned." The Philosopher looked irritated. "Bosh! What if the victim likes it that way?" </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/but-i-dont-think-by-randall-garrett/ |
title obscure bit unsettling admit could possible mean randall garrett wrote story blissfully going wrong direction quietly yanked rug feet made fume bit irritation amazement loved hated end way wanted way obviously should society culture galaxy presupposed fascinating story hope expanded books somewhere publisher quotes another story r phillip dachboden indicate meant as every thinking man knows every slave always yearns freedom master denies him but gentlemen said physician i really think consider religion human sacrifice integral part humane religion at least added painter chuckle not far victim concerned philosopher looked irritated bosh victim likes way p |
| 10271 |
10218 |
10861 |
Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Author and editor of numerous children's books, Thornton W. Burgess was also a noted conservationist. In writing for youngsters he combined a gift for storytelling with his love of the outdoors, creating an entertaining menagerie of animals whose adventures he skillfully recounted in a series of charming fables. In them, he taught young readers about nature and encouraged them to love the "lesser folk in fur and feathers."\nIn this delightfully told tale, Burgess chronicles the escapades of Chatterer the Red Squirrel, who's known throughout the Green Forest as a mischief maker. Narrowly escaping the clutches of Shadow the Weasel and Redtail the Hawk, the bushy-tailed little fellow decides to leave the forest for a new home, only to learn that curiosity, carelessness, and mistrust can lead to a heap of troubles.\nFirst published in 1915, this engaging story will charm readers of all ages — as well as young listeners.\n\nRecorded by students of Houghton College in Houghton, NY<br><br>\nCharacters:<br>\nMercedes Miller: Narrator<br>\nJoe Miner: Chatterer<br>\nHannah Messerschmidt: Reddy, Pussy, Boy, Voices<br>\nKaitlyn McKinney: Sammy, Mom, Porky, Tommy<br>\nRobert Kuchar: Peter, Farmer, Shadow<br> |
English |
1992 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-chatterer-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
author editor numerous children s books thornton w burgess also noted conservationist writing youngsters combined gift storytelling love outdoors creating entertaining menagerie animals whose adventures skillfully recounted series charming fables them taught young readers nature encouraged love lesser folk fur feathers delightfully told tale burgess chronicles escapades chatterer red squirrel who s known throughout green forest mischief maker narrowly escaping clutches shadow weasel redtail hawk bushy tailed little fellow decides leave forest new home learn curiosity carelessness mistrust lead heap troubles first published 1915 engaging story charm readers ages well young listeners recorded students houghton college houghton ny br br characters br mercedes miller narrator br joe miner chatterer br hannah messerschmidt reddy pussy boy voices br kaitlyn mckinney sammy mom porky tommy br robert kuchar peter farmer shadow br |
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10219 |
10862 |
Homing Bee |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
It is eminently fitting that this daughter of Nature should have been laid to rest in no urban cemetery. According to her own request she was buried in Stanley Park, Vancouver's beautiful heritage of the forest primeval. A simple stone surrounded by rustic palings marks her grave and on this stone is carved the one word "Pauline." There she lies among ferns and wild flowers a short distance from Siwash Rock, the story of which she has recorded in the legends of her race. In time to come a pathway to her grave will be worn by lovers of Canadian poetry who will regard it as one of the most romantic of our literary shrines. (from the Biographical Sketch in the Flint and Feather collection)</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-homing-bee-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
eminently fitting daughter nature laid rest urban cemetery according request buried stanley park vancouver s beautiful heritage forest primeval simple stone surrounded rustic palings marks grave stone carved one word pauline lies among ferns wild flowers short distance siwash rock story recorded legends race time come pathway grave worn lovers canadian poetry regard one romantic literary shrines from biographical sketch flint feather collection p |
| 10273 |
10220 |
10863 |
History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier, Part 2 |
Charles E. Flandrau |
Biography & Autobiography |
A series of stories written by Judge Charles E. Flandrau "at different times during his long residence in the Northwest, which embrace historical events, personal adventures, and amusing incidents." This book of tales is the companion to the author's book on the history of the founding of the state of Minnesota, and together they make up the volume <em>The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier</em>. In this part, Judge Flandrau describes the adventures and perils faced by early Minnesotans, and also gives his often-humorous observations about living in parts further west during the settlement of the frontier in the middle part of the 19th century. (Summary by Judge Charles E. Flandrau and Jill Engle) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-minnesota-and-tales-of-the-frontier-part-2-by-charles-e-flandrau/ |
series stories written judge charles e flandrau at different times long residence northwest embrace historical events personal adventures amusing incidents book tales companion author s book history founding state minnesota together make volume em the history minnesota tales frontier em part judge flandrau describes adventures perils faced early minnesotans also gives often humorous observations living parts west settlement frontier middle part 19th century summary judge charles e flandrau jill engle |
| 10274 |
10221 |
10864 |
Brief Lives Volume I |
John Aubrey |
Biography & Autobiography |
A collection of sparkling gossipy biographical pieces of Aubrey's contemporaries, including Bacon, Jonson and Shakespeare, Brief Lives' glimpses into the unofficial side of these towering figures has won it an undying popularity, with Ruth Scurr's recent reimagined "autobiography" of Aubrey, breathing new life into this classic for the next generation of readers. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/brief-lives-volume-i-by-john-aubrey/ |
collection sparkling gossipy biographical pieces aubrey s contemporaries including bacon jonson shakespeare brief lives glimpses unofficial side towering figures undying popularity ruth scurr s recent reimagined autobiography aubrey breathing new life classic next generation readers summary nicole lee |
| 10275 |
10222 |
10865 |
Agriculture for Beginners |
Charles William Burkett |
Nature |
A textbook used by many public schools in the early 20th century. The authors believe that "agriculture is eminently a teachable subject. They see no difference between teaching the child the fundamental principles of farming and teaching the same child the fundamental truths of arithmetic, geography, or grammar. They hold that a youth should be trained for the farm just as carefully as he is trained for any other occupation, and that it is unreasonable to expect him to succeed without training." - Summary by the authors |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/agriculture-for-beginners-by-charles-william-burkett/ |
textbook used many public schools early 20th century authors believe agriculture eminently teachable subject see difference teaching child fundamental principles farming teaching child fundamental truths arithmetic geography grammar hold youth trained farm carefully trained occupation unreasonable expect succeed without training summary authors |
| 10276 |
10223 |
10866 |
Drugging a Nation |
Samuel Merwin |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (19th C) |
Drugging a Nation is a journalistic reveal of the extent to which the British Empire was culpable in the dissemination and subsequent near total addiction to opium of the Chinese people in the nineteenth century. So weak did it make China, that is was invaded multiple times, often by the British Empire itself looking to make its treaty ports stronger, but by other world powers too. In the end, this resulted in the complete collapse of the empire. The book describes in detail the extent to which opium had taken over the lives of the ordinary Chinese person and how it worked. (Summary by the author) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/drugging-a-nation-by-samuel-merwin/ |
drugging nation journalistic reveal extent british empire culpable dissemination subsequent near total addiction opium chinese people nineteenth century weak make china invaded multiple times often british empire looking make treaty ports stronger world powers too end resulted complete collapse empire book describes detail extent opium taken lives ordinary chinese person worked summary author |
| 10277 |
10224 |
10867 |
Biographies of Working Men |
Grant Allen |
Biography & Autobiography |
Grant Allen was an anthropologist, scientific writer, novelist and poet, though the biographer and writer Frank Harris has said of him that "He could be described with more 'ists' than anyone else I ever saw. He was an atheist and pacifist and socialist, a botanist and zoologist and optimist, a chemist and physicist, a scientist of scientists, a monist, meliorist and hedonist…". As a novelist, he is noted as a pioneer in both the detective and science fiction genres. He was born in Canada but spent the latter part of his life in England. <br><br>"Biographies of Working Men" is a volume containing brief biographies of seven men from working class backgrounds who went on to excel in their chosen fields. They are: Thomas Telford, George Stephenson, John Gibson, William Herschel, Jean François Millet, James Garfield and Thomas Edward.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian</p> |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/biographies-of-working-men-by-grant-allen/ |
grant allen anthropologist scientific writer novelist poet though biographer writer frank harris said he could described ists anyone else ever saw atheist pacifist socialist botanist zoologist optimist chemist physicist scientist scientists monist meliorist hedonist novelist noted pioneer detective science fiction genres born canada spent latter part life england br br biographies working men volume containing brief biographies seven men working class backgrounds went excel chosen fields are thomas telford george stephenson john gibson william herschel jean françois millet james garfield thomas edward summary noel badrian p |
| 10278 |
10225 |
10868 |
Portraits of Russian Poets |
Ilya Ehrenburg |
Literary Criticism |
«Портреты русских поэтов»: Ахматова, Бальмонт, Балтрушайтис, Блок, Брюсов, Белый, Волошин, Есенин, Иванов, Мандельштам, Маяковский, Пастернак, Сологуб и Цветаева. Позднее эти очерки были переработаны и вошли в мемуары "Люди, Годы, Жизнь". С подборками стихов.<br><br>Portraits of Russian Poets: Akhmatova, Balmont, Baltrushaitis, Blok, Bryusov, Bely, Voloshin, Esenin, Ivanov, Mandelshtam, Mayakovsky, Pasternak, Sologub, and Tsvetayeva. Later to become expanded in his memoir "People, Years, Life". Short verse selections are included. (Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/portraits-of-russian-poets-by-ilya-ehrenburg/ |
портреты русских поэтов ахматова бальмонт балтрушайтис блок брюсов белый волошин есенин иванов мандельштам маяковский пастернак сологуб и цветаева позднее эти очерки были переработаны и вошли в мемуары люди годы жизнь с подборками стихов br br portraits russian poets akhmatova balmont baltrushaitis blok bryusov bely voloshin esenin ivanov mandelshtam mayakovsky pasternak sologub tsvetayeva later become expanded memoir people years life short verse selections included mark chulsky |
| 10279 |
10227 |
10870 |
Satires of Circumstance, Lyrics and Reveries, with Miscellaneous Pieces |
Thomas Hardy |
Poetry, Single author |
Published in 1914, this is a compilation of 107 poems by Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), who is probably better known as the author of such famous novels as <i>Tess of the d'Urbervilles</i> and <i>Far from the Madding Crowd</i>. \n<br><br>\nSimilar to his novels, the underlying themes of the majority of the poems in this collection are death, departure and unfulfilled love, while the central piece is comprised of the 15 short "Satires of Circumstance," funny poems with a bittersweet touch.\n<br><br>\nThe poems have been recorded by our trio of readers John Burlinson, Tomas Peter and Sonia. As an interesting touch, some poems can be considered short dramatic readings, and as such have been performed as dialogues. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/satires-of-circumstance-lyrics-and-reveries-with-miscellaneous-pieces-by-thomas-hardy/ |
published 1914 compilation 107 poems thomas hardy 1840 1928 probably better known author famous novels i tess d urbervilles i i far madding crowd i br br similar novels underlying themes majority poems collection death departure unfulfilled love central piece comprised 15 short satires circumstance funny poems bittersweet touch br br poems recorded trio readers john burlinson tomas peter sonia interesting touch poems considered short dramatic readings performed dialogues |
| 10280 |
10228 |
10871 |
Story of Old France |
H. A. Guerber |
Children's Non-fiction, History |
The aim of this volume is to give a complete graphic account of the main features of the history of France to 1715 A.D., with as much additional illuminating detail as limited space permits. Besides outlines of the principal events, this narrative includes many biographical sketches, together with the anecdotes and sayings to which allusions are often made in literature, politics, and arts. It also gives such data in regard to places, public buildings, and works of art as the well informed like to have at their fingers' ends. (from the Preface) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-old-france-by-h-a-guerber/ |
aim volume give complete graphic account main features history france 1715 a d much additional illuminating detail limited space permits besides outlines principal events narrative includes many biographical sketches together anecdotes sayings allusions often made literature politics arts also gives data regard places public buildings works art well informed like fingers ends from preface |
| 10281 |
10229 |
10872 |
Twelfth Night (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Twelfth Night, or What You Wil is a comedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written around 1601–02 as a Twelfth Night's entertainment for the close of the Christmas season. The play centres on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated in a shipwreck. Viola (who is disguised as a boy) falls in love with Duke Orsino, who in turn is in love with the Countess Olivia. Upon meeting Viola, Countess Olivia falls in love with her thinking she is a man. The play expanded on the musical interludes and riotous disorder expected of the occasion, with plot elements drawn from the short story "Of Apollonius and Silla" by Barnabe Rich, based on a story by Matteo Bandello. The first recorded performance was on 2 February 1602, at Candlemas, the formal end of Christmastide in the year's calendar. The play was not published until its inclusion in the 1623 First Folio. - Summary by \nWikipedia<br>\nSonia (Kitty) -- SEBASTIAN, brother to Viola,SIR ANDREW AGUECHEEK,VIOLA<br>\nLindaB -- ORSINO, Duke of Illyria.MARIA, Olivia's waiting woman. <br>\nJohn Farrell -- FABIAN, servant to Olivia<br>\nTony Addison (Adonis) -- ANTONIO, a sea captain, friend to Sebastian,VALENTINE, gentleman attending on the Duke,FESTE, a clown, servant to Olivia,OLIVIA, a rich countess<br>\nJohn Burlinson -- A SEA CAPTAIN, friend to Viola,CURIO, gentleman attending on the Duke,SIR TOBY BELCH, uncle to Olivia,MALVOLIO, steward to Olivia,Two Officers,Servant |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/twelfth-night-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
twelfth night wil comedy william shakespeare believed written around 1601 02 twelfth night s entertainment close christmas season play centres twins viola sebastian separated shipwreck viola who disguised boy falls love duke orsino turn love countess olivia upon meeting viola countess olivia falls love thinking man play expanded musical interludes riotous disorder expected occasion plot elements drawn short story of apollonius silla barnabe rich based story matteo bandello first recorded performance 2 february 1602 candlemas formal end christmastide year s calendar play published inclusion 1623 first folio summary wikipedia br sonia kitty sebastian brother viola sir andrew aguecheek viola br lindab orsino duke illyria maria olivia s waiting woman br john farrell fabian servant olivia br tony addison adonis antonio sea captain friend sebastian valentine gentleman attending duke feste clown servant olivia olivia rich countess br john burlinson sea captain friend viola curio gentleman attending duke sir toby belch uncle olivia malvolio steward olivia two officers servant |
| 10282 |
10230 |
10873 |
Poems of Oscar Wilde |
Oscar Wilde |
Anthologies |
Complied by Thomas B. Mosher and released in 1906, this collection contains nearly every poem published by Oscar Wilde during his lifetime. From his Oxford undergrad days, through his rise to fame and scandal, all the way to his death, we witness an iconic author's evolution. \n\nThis work is derived from Wilde's first published piece, the 1878 Newdigate Prize-winning Ravenna, his 1881 poetry collection, and verses found in literary magazines and other publications.\n - Summary by Mary Kay </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-oscar-wilde-by-oscar-wilde/ |
complied thomas b mosher released 1906 collection contains nearly every poem published oscar wilde lifetime oxford undergrad days rise fame scandal way death witness iconic author s evolution work derived wilde s first published piece 1878 newdigate prize winning ravenna 1881 poetry collection verses found literary magazines publications summary mary kay p |
| 10283 |
10231 |
10874 |
Measurement of Intelligence |
Lewis Terman |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
An explanation of and a completed guide for the use of the Stanford revision and the Simon Binford intelligence test - Summary by the soloist |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-measurement-of-intelligence-by-lewis-terman/ |
explanation completed guide use stanford revision simon binford intelligence test summary soloist |
| 10284 |
10232 |
10875 |
Secret Pact |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
PENNY PARKER is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." In THE SECRET PACT, Penny sees a man savagely pushed off a bridge into the river one foggy night. The man is rescued, but his stubborm denial of the attack, combined with the grotesque octopus tattoo he bears on his back, alerts Penny to the possibility of a deeper mystery. When her editor father, reporter friends, and even the highschool newspaper all reject her story about the incident, she takes matters into her own hands. With her friend Louise's help, Penny starts her own local paper, operating out of a formerly abandoned newspaper plant. As new clues emerge to the "Octopus tattoo" mystery, she enlists the help of anyone willing, even persuading Mrs. Weems to go "under cover." Nothing, not even threats and an unexpected tornado, can deter the determined Miss. Parker. - Summary by Cheryl Adam</p> |
English |
1941 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-pact-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is secret pact penny sees man savagely pushed bridge river one foggy night man rescued stubborm denial attack combined grotesque octopus tattoo bears back alerts penny possibility deeper mystery editor father reporter friends even highschool newspaper reject story incident takes matters hands friend louise s help penny starts local paper operating formerly abandoned newspaper plant new clues emerge octopus tattoo mystery enlists help anyone willing even persuading mrs weems go under cover nothing even threats unexpected tornado deter determined miss parker summary cheryl adam p |
| 10285 |
10233 |
10876 |
Leven van Hillegonda Buisman - deel 1 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Een levensbeschrijving van de ideale Hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw. Deel 1: Van de geboorte tot een ontluikende liefde - Beschrijving van Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-hillegonda-buisman-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een levensbeschrijving van de ideale hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw deel 1 van de geboorte tot een ontluikende liefde beschrijving van marcel coenders |
| 10286 |
11190 |
11852 |
Minstrel Weather |
Marian Storm |
Essays & Short Works, Nature |
A series of poetically written meditations on the seasons and other nature subjects. Or “ …Minstrel Weather, a series of open-air vignettes which circle the zodiac with the attentive eye of a naturalist and the enchanted ardor of a poet.” - Summary by Christopher Morley, Modern Essays, 1921, and David Wales |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/minstrel-weather-by-marian-storm/ |
series poetically written meditations seasons nature subjects minstrel weather series open air vignettes circle zodiac attentive eye naturalist enchanted ardor poet summary christopher morley modern essays 1921 david wales |
| 10287 |
10234 |
10877 |
Other Side of the Sun: Fairy Stories |
Evelyn Sharp |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
What better thing can I say about this book except that it is written by Evelyn Sharp the author who writes fairy stories with a flowing and beautiful style. These eight stories are different in that they are a bit longer than usual fairy stories, taking time to explore motivation, mood and plot; the characters seem to be real people not just two dimensional elements put there to round out the story. - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-other-side-of-the-sun-fairy-stories-by-evelyn-sharp/ |
better thing say book except written evelyn sharp author writes fairy stories flowing beautiful style eight stories different bit longer usual fairy stories taking time explore motivation mood plot characters seem real people two dimensional elements put round story summary phil chenevert |
| 10288 |
10235 |
10878 |
Mary's Grammar: Interspersed with Stories and Intended for the Use of Children |
Jane Marcet |
School |
Mary's teacher has taxed her with the task of learning that most onerous of all parts of the English language: Grammar. Through stories and practical exercises, Mary's mother shows her that it's really not as hard as she thinks. Join us on this delightful journey as Mary learns her Grammar. - Summary by Jennifer Dallman |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/marys-grammar-by-jane-marcet/ |
mary s teacher taxed task learning onerous parts english language grammar stories practical exercises mary s mother shows really hard thinks join us delightful journey mary learns grammar summary jennifer dallman |
| 10289 |
10236 |
10879 |
Through East Anglia In A Motor Car |
James Edmund Vincent |
Travel & Geography |
The beginning of the last century saw an increasing popularity of the motor car as a viable method of transport for a significant number of the more affluent sections of the population.\n\nThe freedom, flexibility and speed (!) that this modern invention provided to those who were wealthy enough to be able to afford to buy and to run one of these vehicles, meant that they were soon used for frequent social and pleasure purposes allowing both the travelling to and the exploration of different regions of the country.\n\nThis book, from 1907: ‘Through East Anglia in a Motor Car’, documents numerous journeys that the author, accompanied by various passengers and friends had undertaken during the previous year, using various vehicles popular at that time.\n\nAlthough mention is made in the text of different motor cars used for the various trips, such as those manufactured by Panhard, Lanchester, and Rolls Royce (a 1906 Grey Ghost, no less), there is not too much reported about the running and maintenance of them. The author however, does seem to be really pleased when on a fine day and faced with a clear open road and a back wind, he and his passengers are able to cover a good thirty miles in an hour and half. \n\nStrictly speaking, East Anglia is made up of three counties, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. In writing this guide book and to make it more relevant and appealing to the car owning Londoner, the author has expanded this region to also include anywhere north of Tower Bridge on the River Thames, thus including central and east London as well as the entire county of Essex in his journeys.\n\nThese expeditions take us to many places that nowadays are very much ‘off the beaten track’ but were, a century ago, very much on the main ‘tracks’ through this region. But, it is not only routes and locations that have been written about. The author also includes numerous details and stories of the area’s historical events, geographical and architectural features, customs, legends and myths that will give the listener an appreciation of an area of England that has an extremely fascinating cultural heritage.\n\nSo, start your engines and join me if you will, on an auditory journey of discovery around an understated yet unique part of England as it was at the turn of the last century. - Summary by TND |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/through-east-anglia-in-a-motor-car-by-james-edmund-vincent/ |
beginning last century saw increasing popularity motor car viable method transport significant number affluent sections population freedom flexibility speed modern invention provided wealthy enough able afford buy run one vehicles meant soon used frequent social pleasure purposes allowing travelling exploration different regions country book 1907 through east anglia motor car documents numerous journeys author accompanied various passengers friends undertaken previous year using various vehicles popular time although mention made text different motor cars used various trips manufactured panhard lanchester rolls royce a 1906 grey ghost less much reported running maintenance them author however seem really pleased fine day faced clear open road back wind passengers able cover good thirty miles hour half strictly speaking east anglia made three counties norfolk suffolk cambridgeshire writing guide book make relevant appealing car owning londoner author expanded region also include anywhere north tower bridge river thames thus including central east london well entire county essex journeys expeditions take us many places nowadays much off beaten track were century ago much main tracks region but routes locations written about author also includes numerous details stories area s historical events geographical architectural features customs legends myths give listener appreciation area england extremely fascinating cultural heritage so start engines join will auditory journey discovery around understated yet unique part england turn last century summary tnd |
| 10290 |
10237 |
10880 |
Ghosts And Family Legends; A Volume For Christmas |
Catherine Crowe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Fifteen ghost stories to hear around the Yule log. "It happened that I spent the last winter in a large country mansion, in the north of England, where we had a succession of visitors, and all manner of amusements—... In short, we began to tell ghost stories; and although some of the party professed an utter disbelief in apparitions, they proved to be as fertile as the believers in their contributions—relating something that had happened to themselves or their friends, as having undoubtedly occurred, or to all appearance, occurred—only, with the reservation, that it must certainly have been a dream. The substance of these conversations fills the following pages, and I have told the stories as nearly as possible in the words of the original narrators." ( Author's Preface and david wales)</p> |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/ghosts-and-family-legends-a-volume-for-christmas-by-catherine-crowe/ |
fifteen ghost stories hear around yule log it happened spent last winter large country mansion north england succession visitors manner amusements short began tell ghost stories although party professed utter disbelief apparitions proved fertile believers contributions relating something happened friends undoubtedly occurred appearance occurred only reservation must certainly dream substance conversations fills following pages told stories nearly possible words original narrators author s preface david wales p |
| 10291 |
10238 |
10881 |
Upward Path: A Reader For Colored Children |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction |
From the preface of the book: "To the present time, there has been no collection of stories and poems by Negro writers, which colored children could read with interest and pleasure and in which they could find a mirror of the traditions and aspirations of their race." This reader from 1920 is a collection of writings by an impressive line-up of African-American writers, activists, and educators. "It is the hope that this little book will find a large welcome in all sections of the country and will bring good cheer and encouragement to the young readers who have so largely the fortunes of their race in their own hands." - Summary by kathrinee and the editors. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-upward-path-a-reader-for-colored-children-by-various/ |
preface book to present time collection stories poems negro writers colored children could read interest pleasure could find mirror traditions aspirations race reader 1920 collection writings impressive line up african american writers activists educators it hope little book find large welcome sections country bring good cheer encouragement young readers largely fortunes race hands summary kathrinee editors |
| 10292 |
10239 |
10882 |
Spray |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale was an American lyric poet, who published several poetry collections, winning a Pulitzer Prize in 1917 for her Collection Love Songs. (Summary by David Lawrence)</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/spray-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american lyric poet published several poetry collections winning pulitzer prize 1917 collection love songs summary david lawrence p |
| 10293 |
10240 |
10883 |
Go Plant A Tree |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines, "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/go-plant-a-tree-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death summary wikipedia p |
| 10294 |
10241 |
10884 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 08: Ruth |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
El libro de Ruth es la narración de una historia de amor, pero también tiene algo de Genealogía importante. Se estima que fue escrito alrededor del 1046-1035 aC. Los protagonistas principales son Ruth, Noemi, y Booz.\nSu objetivo era demostrar la clase de amor y fidelidad que Dios desea para nosotros. Ruth continúa siendo fiel a su suegra, Noemí, después de la muerte de su marido e hijos. Noemí decide volver sola a su tierra natal, Belén, sin embargo, Ruth insiste en quedarse con ella y adopta al Dios de Noemí como propio. Ruth se casa con Booz y tienen un hijo llamado Obed, que llegó a ser el abuelo del gran rey David, en el linaje de Cristo, el Mesías. Summary by Claudia Barrett</p> |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-08-ruth-by-reina-valera/ |
el libro de ruth es la narración de una historia de amor pero también tiene algo de genealogía importante se estima que fue escrito alrededor del 1046 1035 ac los protagonistas principales son ruth noemi booz su objetivo era demostrar la clase de amor fidelidad que dios desea para nosotros ruth continúa siendo fiel su suegra noemí después de la muerte de su marido e hijos noemí decide volver sola su tierra natal belén sin embargo ruth insiste en quedarse con ella adopta al dios de noemí como propio ruth se casa con booz tienen un hijo llamado obed que llegó ser el abuelo del gran rey david en el linaje de cristo el mesías summary claudia barrett p |
| 10295 |
10242 |
10885 |
Astounding Stories 19, July 1931 |
Harry Bates |
Science Fiction |
THE DOOM FROM PLANET 4 JACK WILLIAMSON \nA Ray of Fire, Green, Mysterious, Stabs Through the Night to Dan on His Ship. It Leads Him to an Island of Unearthly Peril.<br>\nTHE HANDS OF ATEN H. G. WINTER \nOut of the Solid Ice Craig Hews Three Long-Frozen Egyptians and Is at Once Caught Up into Amazing Adventure. (A Complete Novelette.)<br>\nTHE DIAMOND THUNDERBOLT H. THOMPSON RICH \nLocked in a Rocket and Fired into Space! Such Was the Fate which Awaited Young Stoddard at the End of the Diamond Trail!<br>\nTHE SLAVE SHIP FROM SPACE A. R. HOLMES \nThree Kidnapped Earthlings Show Xantra of the Tillas How "Docile" Earth Slaves Can Be.<br>\nTHE REVOLT OF THE MACHINES NAT SCHACHNER AND ARTHUR L. ZAGAT \nSomething in the Many-Faceted Mind of the Master Machine Spurs It to Diabolical Revolt Against the Authority of Its Human Masters.<br>\nTHE EXILE OF TIME RAY CUMMINGS \nOnly Near the End of the World Does Fate Catch Up with Tugh, the Cripple Who Ran Amuck Through Time. (Conclusion.)<br>\nTHE READERS' CORNER ALL OF US \nA Meeting Place for Readers of Astounding Stories. |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-19-july-1931-by-ray-cummings/ |
doom planet 4 jack williamson ray fire green mysterious stabs night dan ship leads island unearthly peril br hands aten h g winter solid ice craig hews three long frozen egyptians caught amazing adventure a complete novelette br diamond thunderbolt h thompson rich locked rocket fired space fate awaited young stoddard end diamond trail br slave ship space a r holmes three kidnapped earthlings show xantra tillas docile earth slaves be br revolt machines nat schachner arthur l zagat something many faceted mind master machine spurs diabolical revolt authority human masters br exile time ray cummings near end world fate catch tugh cripple ran amuck time conclusion br readers corner us meeting place readers astounding stories |
| 10296 |
10243 |
10886 |
Poems for my Children |
Ann Hawkshaw |
Poetry, Single author |
Published in 1847, five years after her epic poem, 'Dionysus the Areopagite', 'Poems For My Children' was Ann Hawkshaw's second collection of poetry. The poems are dedicated to her six children and many are written in an intimate conversational style. 'Ada', the final poem in the collection, is a memorial for her second child, who had died of hydrocephalus shortly before her fifth birthday. Five historical poems, set in the times of the Druids, the Romans the Saxons, the Normans and the Crusades, punctuate the collection and anticipate her later collection, 'Sonnets on Anglo-Saxon History'. (Phil Benson) </p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/poems-for-my-children-by-ann-hawkshaw/ |
published 1847 five years epic poem dionysus areopagite poems children ann hawkshaw s second collection poetry poems dedicated six children many written intimate conversational style ada final poem collection memorial second child died hydrocephalus shortly fifth birthday five historical poems set times druids romans saxons normans crusades punctuate collection anticipate later collection sonnets anglo saxon history phil benson p |
| 10297 |
10244 |
10887 |
Tension |
E. M. Delafield |
General Fiction |
When the role of ‘Lady Superintendent’ becomes available at the Commercial and Technical College for South West England, the calm and capable Pauline Marchrose is the successful applicant. This is good news for Sir Julian, the college director, who greatly admires her diligence and ability. Mark Easter, Sir Julian’s agent, feels admiration for her too, which rapidly becomes romantic attraction. But Mark already has a wife, albeit in name only. And Sir Julian’s wife, Lady Edna Rossiter, discovers that Pauline Marchrose is the same woman who jilted her cousin Clarence after he was paralysed in an accident. A manipulative,self-righteous and interfering woman, she has little interest in the truth of the story, and she uses her position and influence to start a whispering campaign against Pauline. In a small community this soon creates an atmosphere of suspicion and tension which threatens her whole future. - Summary by Helen Taylor |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/tension-by-e-m-delafield/ |
role lady superintendent becomes available commercial technical college south west england calm capable pauline marchrose successful applicant good news sir julian college director greatly admires diligence ability mark easter sir julian s agent feels admiration too rapidly becomes romantic attraction mark already wife albeit name only sir julian s wife lady edna rossiter discovers pauline marchrose woman jilted cousin clarence paralysed accident manipulative self righteous interfering woman little interest truth story uses position influence start whispering campaign pauline small community soon creates atmosphere suspicion tension threatens whole future summary helen taylor |
| 10298 |
10253 |
10896 |
Dave Dashaway, Air Champion, or Wizard Work in the Clouds |
Roy Rockwood |
Children's Fiction |
Never was there a more clever young aviator than Dave Dashaway, and all up-to-date youths will be will surely wish to hear about about him. In this, the last volume of the Dave Dashaway adventure series, Dave, with the assistance of his loyal chum Hiram Dobbs, makes several daring trips, and then enters a contest for a big prize. An aviation tale thrilling in the extreme. Written by Weldon J. Cobb under the Stratemeyer Syndicate pseudonym "Roy Rockwood." (Summary from the original book jacket and Scott Danneker) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/dave-dashaway-air-champion-by-roy-rockwood/ |
never clever young aviator dave dashaway up to date youths surely wish hear him this last volume dave dashaway adventure series dave assistance loyal chum hiram dobbs makes several daring trips enters contest big prize aviation tale thrilling extreme written weldon j cobb stratemeyer syndicate pseudonym roy rockwood summary original book jacket scott danneker |
| 10299 |
10245 |
10888 |
Sleeping Sickness |
Fleming Mant Sandwith |
Animals, Health & Fitness, History |
In the twenty-first century sleeping sickness (African trypanosomiasis in humans) is still a life-threatening disease of adults and children and a hazard to tourists in East African game parks.The protozoan parasite is transmitted by the tsetse fly, a buzzing insect with reddish eyes and a large biting proboscis. In 1912, when this short monograph was written, physicians of the British Empire understood that trans-continental expeditions manned by infected African porters, had set off an epidemic of sleeping sickness that had claimed half a million lives. Dr. Sandwith, an eyewitness to the disaster, traces this legacy of imperialism, from the traders who learned to reject slaves with swollen glands, through Stanley's trypanosome-transporting treks in search of Dr. Livingstone and of Emin Pasha, to the clinical description of the tremulous patient, his head aching and his body painfully sensitive to touch, whose sufferings are at last ended by a stupor from which he cannot be roused. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/sleeping-sickness-by-fleming-mant-sandwith/ |
twenty first century sleeping sickness african trypanosomiasis humans still life threatening disease adults children hazard tourists east african game parks the protozoan parasite transmitted tsetse fly buzzing insect reddish eyes large biting proboscis 1912 short monograph written physicians british empire understood trans continental expeditions manned infected african porters set epidemic sleeping sickness claimed half million lives dr sandwith eyewitness disaster traces legacy imperialism traders learned reject slaves swollen glands stanley s trypanosome transporting treks search dr livingstone emin pasha clinical description tremulous patient head aching body painfully sensitive touch whose sufferings last ended stupor cannot roused pamela nagami m d p |
| 10300 |
10246 |
10889 |
In Indian Tents |
Abby Langdon Alger |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of the legends and stories of North Eastern Indians "In the summer of 1882 and 1883, I was associated with Charles G. Leland in the collection of the material for his book The Algonquin Legends of New England, published in 1884. I found the work so delightful, that I have gone on with it since, whenever I found myself in the neighborhood of Indians. The supply of legends and tales seems to be endless, one supplementing and complementing another, so that there may be a dozen versions of one tale, each containing something new. I have tried, in this little book, in every case, to bring these various versions into a single whole; though I scarcely hope to give my readers the pleasure which I found in hearing them from the Indian story-tellers. Only the very old men and women remember these stories now; and though they know that their legends will soon be buried with them, and forgotten, it is not easy task to induce them to repeat them. One may make half-a-dozen visits, tell his own best stories, and exert all his arts of persuasion, in vain, then stroll hopelessly by some day, to be called in to hear some marvellous bit of folklore. These old people have firm faith in witches, fairies, and giants of whom they tell; and any trace of amusement or incredulity would meet with quick indignation and reserve." - Abby L. Alger - Summary by Phil chenevert and the author |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/in-indian-tents-by-abby-langdon-alger/ |
collection legends stories north eastern indians in summer 1882 1883 associated charles g leland collection material book algonquin legends new england published 1884 found work delightful gone since whenever found neighborhood indians supply legends tales seems endless one supplementing complementing another may dozen versions one tale containing something new tried little book every case bring various versions single whole though scarcely hope give readers pleasure found hearing indian story tellers old men women remember stories now though know legends soon buried them forgotten easy task induce repeat them one may make half a dozen visits tell best stories exert arts persuasion vain stroll hopelessly day called hear marvellous bit folklore old people firm faith witches fairies giants tell trace amusement incredulity would meet quick indignation reserve abby l alger summary phil chenevert author |
| 10301 |
10247 |
10890 |
Brothers Karamazov (version 2) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
Described as the Great Book of Wonders by Arthur Miller, this everyday tale of fraternal affection, sibling rivalry, obsession, lust, parricide, family intrigue, spiritual faith, death by economic deprivation and ultimate salvation in the soul, boasts (among other wonders) the perfect role for Marilyn Monroe, had Arthur only ever written the play. Madness, murder, mayhem and the courtroom drama to end all courtroom dramas it may be, but it is also (strangely) hilariously funny. It's all in the point of view. - Summary by Tony Addison</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-brothers-karamazov-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky-2/ |
described great book wonders arthur miller everyday tale fraternal affection sibling rivalry obsession lust parricide family intrigue spiritual faith death economic deprivation ultimate salvation soul boasts among wonders perfect role marilyn monroe arthur ever written play madness murder mayhem courtroom drama end courtroom dramas may be also strangely hilariously funny point view summary tony addison p |
| 10302 |
10248 |
10891 |
Portion of Labor |
Mary E. Wilkins Freeman |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life |
This is the story of Ellen Brewster, pretty little daughter of shoe-mill workers in a Northeastern US town of the late 19th century. After the mill shuts down, her family struggles to make ends meet, but as the years pass, Ellen grows up into a prize pupil and pride of the community. The story also covers the birth of the American labor movement and the relationships between rich and poor.\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-portion-of-labor-by-mary-e-wilkins-freeman/ |
story ellen brewster pretty little daughter shoe mill workers northeastern us town late 19th century mill shuts down family struggles make ends meet years pass ellen grows prize pupil pride community story also covers birth american labor movement relationships rich poor |
| 10303 |
10249 |
10892 |
Plague of Pythons |
Frederik Pohl |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Science Fiction |
In a post-apocalyptic world where every government in the world has been overrun by its own military machinery, only to see that military machinery self-destruct, people are randomly being affected by a plague that seemingly takes over their brains and forces them to commit heinous crimes. Chandler is one of these unfortunate victims, the perpetrator of rape and murder. He is driven out of his community as a Hoaxer (someone who feigns being a victim of the plague), branded on his forehead with the letter H. But he is not feigning. In his travels, he finds the source of the plague, and it's not what people think. It's up to him to deal with it, and he does. But to what end? - Summary by Nick Bulka</p> |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/plague-of-pythons-by-frederik-pohl/ |
post apocalyptic world every government world overrun military machinery see military machinery self destruct people randomly affected plague seemingly takes brains forces commit heinous crimes chandler one unfortunate victims perpetrator rape murder driven community hoaxer someone feigns victim plague branded forehead letter h feigning travels finds source plague people think deal it does end summary nick bulka p |
| 10304 |
10250 |
10893 |
Poems of Pleasure |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is another volume in Ella Wheeler Wilcox's famous series of poetry. This volume bears the topic "pleasure". - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-pleasure-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
another volume ella wheeler wilcox s famous series poetry volume bears topic pleasure summary carolin p |
| 10305 |
10251 |
10894 |
Runaway Donkey and Other Rhymes for Children |
Emilie Poulsson |
Poetry |
This volume contains 21 poems for children by Emilie Poulsson. In her own words, "In the belief that such rhymes as are herein offered gratify and increase in children both the love of animals and the sense of humor, this new volume is sent forth not only to give pleasure, but to contribute what it may to the fostering of these desirable traits." (Preface)</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-runaway-donkey-and-other-rhymes-for-children-by-emilie-poulsson/ |
volume contains 21 poems children emilie poulsson words in belief rhymes herein offered gratify increase children love animals sense humor new volume sent forth give pleasure contribute may fostering desirable traits preface p |
| 10306 |
10252 |
10895 |
Advent Days and Poems of Remembrance |
Kate Seymour MacLean |
Poetry |
This is a very short volume of poems by Canadian poet Kate Seymour MacLean, containing only twenty poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/advent-days-and-poems-of-remembrance-by-kate-seymour-maclean/ |
short volume poems canadian poet kate seymour maclean containing twenty poems summary carolin |
| 10307 |
10254 |
10897 |
Cruise of the Dazzler |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure |
Young Joe Bronson, caught between poor grades and his father's threats of military school, runs away from home. He joins the crew of a sloop named the <i>Dazzler,</i> but quickly figures out his captain, Pete Le Maire (nicknamed "French Pete") frequently engages himself and those at his command in criminal activity. Will Joe be able to escape this unwanted and dangerous new life at sea? <br></br>Published in 1902, Jack London sold this book (his first full-length novel) as a boy's adventure novel set in San Francisco, his hometown. In his autobiography, London recalls lifting several more elements in this novel from his adolescence, as in youth he bought a sloop called the <i>Razzle Dazzle</i> from a oyster pirate nicknamed "French Frank." - Summary by Mary Kay</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-cruise-of-the-dazzler-by-jack-london/ |
young joe bronson caught poor grades father s threats military school runs away home joins crew sloop named i dazzler i quickly figures captain pete le maire nicknamed french pete frequently engages command criminal activity joe able escape unwanted dangerous new life sea br br published 1902 jack london sold book his first full length novel boy s adventure novel set san francisco hometown autobiography london recalls lifting several elements novel adolescence youth bought sloop called i razzle dazzle i oyster pirate nicknamed french frank summary mary kay p |
| 10308 |
10255 |
10898 |
For Christ and the Church (dramatic reading) |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
Dramatic Readings, Plays |
Rev. Mark Spencer is about to give up on writing his sermon one Saturday night when the Devil comes to him and tries to discourage him by reminding him how few of the people who have pledged themselves to make their motto, 'For Christ and the Church' keep it. The minister decides to preach a sermon like nothing the people in his congregation have ever heard before--a sermon that stirs them to action and to give themselves fully to God. A sermon that urges them to pledge themselves again to Christ and the Church! - Summary by Esther ben Simonides<br /><br /><b>Cast List</b><br />Rev. Mark Spencer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>The Devil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>Miss Gertrude Brooks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Andrew's Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9092">Teresa Bauman</a><br>Andrew Stewart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10230">toadoftoadhall</a><br>Mrs. Carter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9972">Joyfull</a><br>Mr. Bruce Carter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Judge Morton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10902">Daniel Walø</a><br>Mrs. Morton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mr. Locke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br><br /> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/for-christ-and-the-church-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
rev mark spencer give writing sermon one saturday night devil comes tries discourage reminding people pledged make motto for christ church keep it minister decides preach sermon like nothing people congregation ever heard before a sermon stirs action give fully god sermon urges pledge christ church summary esther ben simonides br br b cast list b br rev mark spencer a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br the devil a href https librivox org reader 10528 k adrian stroet a br miss gertrude brooks a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br andrew s mother a href https librivox org reader 9092 teresa bauman a br andrew stewart a href https librivox org reader 10230 toadoftoadhall a br mrs carter a href https librivox org reader 9972 joyfull a br mr bruce carter a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br judge morton a href https librivox org reader 10902 daniel walø a br mrs morton a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br mr locke a href https librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br br |
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10256 |
10899 |
Lives of the Queens of England, Volume 7 |
Agnes Strickland |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br><br>Volume seven includes the biography of Elizabeth I, from 1587 to her death in 1603, and Anne of Denmark. |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-7-by-agnes-strickland/ |
lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elisabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume seven includes biography elizabeth i 1587 death 1603 anne denmark |
| 10310 |
10257 |
10900 |
Penal Cluster |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
What do you do with telepaths? Chain them to an asteroid of course and just leave them there ..... but why? Wait a minute ... did I just say that the punishment for being a telepath in the future earth was to be chained to an asteroid 50 million miles from earth and then leave them there, comatose, to spin forever in their lonely orbits? Well, yes, that is what earth's draconian solution was to the sudden emergence of telepath ability. The world wide psychodeviant police had the job of tracking down these terrible deviants and then sending them into space immediately. But are all telepaths evil? Could one of these psychodeviant police be secret telepath himself? Listen to this great story and find out why earth felt so terrified of telepahts. - Summary by philip a chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-penal-cluster-by-randall-garrett/ |
telepaths chain asteroid course leave why wait minute say punishment telepath future earth chained asteroid 50 million miles earth leave there comatose spin forever lonely orbits well yes earth s draconian solution sudden emergence telepath ability world wide psychodeviant police job tracking terrible deviants sending space immediately telepaths evil could one psychodeviant police secret telepath himself listen great story find earth felt terrified telepahts summary philip chenevert p |
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10258 |
10901 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 044 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
<p>Nineteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include wives, widows, and women scorned--the "Baby Doe Tabor" scandal, the trials of literary marriages, and colonial women; history--Wounded Knee, the Underground Railroad, Edward Bellamy's "nationalism," and English railroads; inspiring places--the Alhambra and Squaw Rock; invention--the marine chronometer; and essays on the Constitution, the natural equality of men, old age, the consolation of reading, and on the fantastic imagination. (Summary by Sue Anderson)</p>\n\n<i>The Art of Dying</i> by August Strindberg was translated by Claud Field.<br>\n<i>The Natural Equality of Men to be Acknowledged</i> by Samuel Pufendorf was translated by Andrew Tooke.<br><br>\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-044-by-various/ |
p nineteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include wives widows women scorned the baby doe tabor scandal trials literary marriages colonial women history wounded knee underground railroad edward bellamy s nationalism english railroads inspiring places the alhambra squaw rock invention the marine chronometer essays constitution natural equality men old age consolation reading fantastic imagination summary sue anderson p i the art dying i august strindberg translated claud field br i the natural equality men acknowledged i samuel pufendorf translated andrew tooke br br |
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10261 |
10904 |
Creators: A Comedy |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction |
Jane Holland is a genius, the greatest of a group of extraordinary literary friends. She has an intense artistic and intellectual kinship with George Tanqueray, another remarkable novelist. Despite this keen spiritual relationship, both Holland and Tanqueray allow themselves to fall against their wills into more conventional romantic commitments, leading to agonizing crises of heart and mind and art. Another of May Sinclair’s marvelous philosophical novels, this masterpiece explores the great dilemmas of artistic Genius and the obstacles posed to it by Love, by philistine society, by the two-faced allure of popularity, by human jealousy, by the conventions of marriage and family. More deeply, Sinclair here lays bare the excruciating choices required particularly of a woman genius, and the double standards applied to her in a society that allowed so much indulgence to a man considered to have such artistic gifts. Demonic or angelic, curse or blessing, affliction or joy, the involuntary gifting of Genius sets any human being apart from the uncomprehending and judgmental society in which she must live, a condition delineated in “The Creators” with delicate subtlety and fierce passion. ( Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-creators-a-comedy-by-may-sinclair/ |
jane holland genius greatest group extraordinary literary friends intense artistic intellectual kinship george tanqueray another remarkable novelist despite keen spiritual relationship holland tanqueray allow fall wills conventional romantic commitments leading agonizing crises heart mind art another may sinclair s marvelous philosophical novels masterpiece explores great dilemmas artistic genius obstacles posed love philistine society two faced allure popularity human jealousy conventions marriage family deeply sinclair lays bare excruciating choices required particularly woman genius double standards applied society allowed much indulgence man considered artistic gifts demonic angelic curse blessing affliction joy involuntary gifting genius sets human apart uncomprehending judgmental society must live condition delineated the creators delicate subtlety fierce passion expatriate p |
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10262 |
10905 |
Cock-House at Fellsgarth |
Talbot Baines Reed |
School |
A classic English Public School story with all the usual suspects: unruly juniors, wise upper form boys, and an outcast. Summary by Von</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cock-house-at-fellsgarth-by-talbot-baines-reed/ |
classic english public school story usual suspects unruly juniors wise upper form boys outcast summary von p |
| 10314 |
10263 |
10906 |
Pretty Sister Of José |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Pepita would rather become a witch than a wife. She's seen too many women, including her mother, wither away at their husband's hands. Popular and respected, our gentle, but fiercely independent heroine immediately grows cruel and cold to any suitor drawn in by her allure. When a famous bullfighting lady killer from Madrid takes interest in her, will Pepita's resolve crumble with disastrous consequences? <br><br>A hit upon its 1899 release, this novella later spawned both a play and silent film adaptation. Despite its public popularity, its (now rather tame) intense love story and positive portrayal of Spaniards drew some controversy from English critics. <br><br>Summary by Mary Kay. |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-pretty-sister-of-jose-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
pepita would rather become witch wife seen many women including mother wither away husband s hands popular respected gentle fiercely independent heroine immediately grows cruel cold suitor drawn allure famous bullfighting lady killer madrid takes interest her pepita s resolve crumble disastrous consequences br br a hit upon 1899 release novella later spawned play silent film adaptation despite public popularity now rather tame intense love story positive portrayal spaniards drew controversy english critics br br summary mary kay |
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10264 |
10907 |
Korean Folk Tales |
Im Bang |
Short Stories |
"To any one who would like to look somewhat into the inner soul of the Oriental, and see the peculiar spiritual existences among which he lives, the following stories will serve as true interpreters, born as they are of the three great religions of the Far East, Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism." Manuscripts by two of Korea's (possibly) most famous authors, dating from the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries were uncovered in the early years of the twentieth century. Translation revealed stories that are not for the faint-hearted: gruesome, harsh, unlovely, depicting scenes of the day, as well as the hope for better things. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/korean-folk-tales-by-im-bang/ |
to one would like look somewhat inner soul oriental see peculiar spiritual existences among lives following stories serve true interpreters born three great religions far east taoism buddhism confucianism manuscripts two korea s possibly famous authors dating seventeenth early eighteenth centuries uncovered early years twentieth century translation revealed stories faint hearted gruesome harsh unlovely depicting scenes day well hope better things summary lynne thompson |
| 10316 |
10265 |
10908 |
Nicholas Nickleby (Version 4) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
After the death of his father, Nicholas must provide for his mother and sister. His wealthy uncle provides him with employment at a boys' school, run by the villainous Mr. Squeers. But when Nicholas has seen enough of the brutal manner in which Squeers treats the boys, he attacks him--and is forced to go on the run to avoid the ramifications. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/nicholas-nickleby-version-4-by-charles-dickens/ |
death father nicholas must provide mother sister wealthy uncle provides employment boys school run villainous mr squeers nicholas seen enough brutal manner squeers treats boys attacks him and forced go run avoid ramifications summary brad hamlet filippone |
| 10317 |
10266 |
10909 |
Ballad: A Manager's Perplexities |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as the Savoy operas) produced in collaboration with the composer Sir Arthur Sullivan.\nGilbert also wrote the Bab Ballads, an extensive collection of light verse accompanied by his own comical drawings. His creative output included over 75 plays and libretti, numerous stories, poems, lyrics and various other comic and serious pieces. His plays and realistic style of stage direction inspired other dramatists, including Oscar Wilde and George Bernard Shaw. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ballad-a-managers-perplexities-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
sir william schwenck gilbert english dramatist librettist poet illustrator best known fourteen comic operas known savoy operas produced collaboration composer sir arthur sullivan gilbert also wrote bab ballads extensive collection light verse accompanied comical drawings creative output included 75 plays libretti numerous stories poems lyrics various comic serious pieces plays realistic style stage direction inspired dramatists including oscar wilde george bernard shaw summary wikipedia p |
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10267 |
10910 |
Horace Walpole's Letters: a selection |
Horace Walpole |
Biography & Autobiography |
Horace Walpole, 4th earl of Orford, was a cultivated participant in, and observer of, the social and political life of Georgian England. His charming and witty letters are valuable pictures of the age. "A man so blessed that he could unfold every gift, every foible, whose long life spreads like a great lake reflecting houses and friends and wars and snuff boxes and revolutions and lap dogs, the great and the little, all intermingled, and behind them a stretch of the serene blue sky." Virginia Woolf. (Summary by barbara2) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/letters-a-selection-by-horace-walpole/ |
horace walpole 4th earl orford cultivated participant in observer of social political life georgian england charming witty letters valuable pictures age a man blessed could unfold every gift every foible whose long life spreads like great lake reflecting houses friends wars snuff boxes revolutions lap dogs great little intermingled behind stretch serene blue sky virginia woolf summary barbara2 |
| 10319 |
10268 |
10911 |
Little Maid in Toyland |
Adah Louise Sutton |
General |
The story portrays the adventures of a young girl and her friends as they magically go through the door of her doll house into a strange world called Toyland. (Summary by gloryb) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-maid-in-toyland-by-adah-louise-sutton/ |
story portrays adventures young girl friends magically go door doll house strange world called toyland summary gloryb |
| 10320 |
10269 |
10912 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 05: Hechos de los Apostoles |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
Los Hechos de los Apóstoles es el segundo de dos libros del Nuevo Testamento escritos por Lucas. Al igual que el Evangelio que lleva su nombre, Hechos fue una carta dirigida a su amigo Teófilo, escrito entre los años 62 y 64.\n\nEl libro de Hechos comienza donde los Evangelios terminaron. Es la narración del temprano progreso del Evangelio y como los discípulos de Jesús lo llevaron de Jerusalén a Judea, a Samaria y al resto del mundo mediterráneo. La historia comienza con la ascensión de Cristo y los acontecimientos de Pentecostés. A medida que los Gentiles empezaron a responder al Evangelio, el enfoque se vuelve a Pablo y sus viajes misioneros. El libro de los Hechos forma un puente entre los cuatro Evangelios y el resto del Nuevo Testamento mostrando cómo los apóstoles llevaron la obra de Cristo, proporcionándonos un fondo histórico desde Romanos hasta Apocalipsis.\n( Claudia Retif Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-05-hechos-de-los-apostoles-by-reina-valera/ |
los hechos de los apóstoles es el segundo de dos libros del nuevo testamento escritos por lucas al igual que el evangelio que lleva su nombre hechos fue una carta dirigida su amigo teófilo escrito entre los años 62 64 el libro de hechos comienza donde los evangelios terminaron es la narración del temprano progreso del evangelio como los discípulos de jesús lo llevaron de jerusalén judea samaria al resto del mundo mediterráneo la historia comienza con la ascensión de cristo los acontecimientos de pentecostés medida que los gentiles empezaron responder al evangelio el enfoque se vuelve pablo sus viajes misioneros el libro de los hechos forma un puente entre los cuatro evangelios el resto del nuevo testamento mostrando cómo los apóstoles llevaron la obra de cristo proporcionándonos un fondo histórico desde romanos hasta apocalipsis claudia retif barrett |
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10270 |
10913 |
Mazarin |
Arthur Hassall |
War & Military |
Guilio Raimondo (Cardinal Mazarin, 1602-1661), Richelieu's designated successor as chief minister of France, was a master of diplomacy. Though a cardinal, he was not a priest and was probably secretly married to the Queen-Mother, Anne of Austria. Together they ruled France, facing the great rebellion known as the Fronde, and with the help of the military genius of Turenne, prevailed over the armies of Spain, Austria, and the traitorous Grand Condé. Arthur Hassall writes of Mazarin that by the time of his death in 1661 he had, through "patience, perseverance, and sagacity," fulfilled Richelieu's foreign policy and made the twenty-one year-old Louis XIV the absolute monarch of Europe's greatest power. (Pamela Nagami) </p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/mazarin-by-arthur-hassall/ |
guilio raimondo cardinal mazarin 1602 1661 richelieu s designated successor chief minister france master diplomacy though cardinal priest probably secretly married queen mother anne austria together ruled france facing great rebellion known fronde help military genius turenne prevailed armies spain austria traitorous grand condé arthur hassall writes mazarin time death 1661 had patience perseverance sagacity fulfilled richelieu s foreign policy made twenty one year old louis xiv absolute monarch europe s greatest power pamela nagami p |
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10271 |
10914 |
Opal Serpent |
Fergus Hume |
General Fiction |
An old pawnbroker is found strangled with his lips pinned together with an opal serpent broach. He has a beautiful daughter who is apparently the heir of his large estate. But another claimant has made herself known as the actual daughter of the pawnbroker. Follow detective Hurd as he unravels the convoluted mystery of the old man’s death and attempts to determine who is the rightful heir. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-opal-serpent-by-fergus-hume/ |
old pawnbroker found strangled lips pinned together opal serpent broach beautiful daughter apparently heir large estate another claimant made known actual daughter pawnbroker follow detective hurd unravels convoluted mystery old man s death attempts determine rightful heir summary richard kilmer |
| 10323 |
10272 |
10915 |
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass (version 2) |
Frederick Douglass |
Biography & Autobiography |
\nPublished in 1845, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave, Written by Himself was written in response to critics who questioned the authenticity of the experiences Douglass drew on as a prominent abolitionist speaker. Douglass begins by describing his earliest memories, including his “entrance to the hell of slavery” through the “blood-stained gate” of his Aunt Hester’s brutal beating, and goes on to tell of his painstaking acquisition of literacy, climactic fistfight with Edward Covey, imprisonment in the wake of a thwarted escape attempt, and flight north, first to New York, where he marries Anna Murray, and ultimately to New Bedford, Massachusetts. A runaway bestseller that sold thousands of copies in just its first few months in print, Douglass’s autobiography is a classic fugitive slave narrative that paved the way for his dramatic career as an enormously influential advocate for civil rights. Summary by Jesse Zuba</p> |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-life-of-frederick-douglass-by-frederick-douglass-2/ |
published 1845 narrative life frederick douglass american slave written written response critics questioned authenticity experiences douglass drew prominent abolitionist speaker douglass begins describing earliest memories including entrance hell slavery blood stained gate aunt hester s brutal beating goes tell painstaking acquisition literacy climactic fistfight edward covey imprisonment wake thwarted escape attempt flight north first new york marries anna murray ultimately new bedford massachusetts runaway bestseller sold thousands copies first months print douglass s autobiography classic fugitive slave narrative paved way dramatic career enormously influential advocate civil rights summary jesse zuba p |
| 10324 |
10273 |
10916 |
Ocherki proshlago : razskazy |
Lev Osipovich Levanda |
General Fiction |
A collection of six short stories about life of a Jewish community in Poland. (Summary by MayaS) |
Russian |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/ocherki-proshlago-razskazy-by-lev-osipovich-levanda/ |
collection six short stories life jewish community poland summary mayas |
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10280 |
10923 |
Jurgen, A Comedy of Justice |
James Branch Cabell |
Fantasy Fiction |
Jurgen, A Comedy of Justice is a fantasy book by James Branch Cabell, which gained fame (or notoriety) shortly after its publication in 1919. It is a humorous romp through a medieval cosmos, including a send-up of Arthurian legend, and excursions to Heaven and Hell as in The Divine Comedy. Cabell's work is recognized as a landmark in the creation of the comic fantasy novel, influencing Terry Pratchett and many others. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/jurgen-a-comedy-of-justice-by-james-branch-cabell/ |
jurgen comedy justice fantasy book james branch cabell gained fame or notoriety shortly publication 1919 humorous romp medieval cosmos including send up arthurian legend excursions heaven hell divine comedy cabell s work recognized landmark creation comic fantasy novel influencing terry pratchett many others summary wikipedia p |
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10274 |
10917 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 3: Physics & Electricity |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The third volume is on physics written by George Matthew and on electricity written by Professor William J. Moore. The section on physics covers matter - analysis and properties, heat, light - its sources and its nature, and sound. On the subject of electricity, it discusses the nature of electricity, electrostatics, fundamental discoveries in electric science and how electro-chemistry was developed and electromagnetic machines. It also details technologies advanced by discovery of electricity and electromagnetism such as electric lighting, the telephone, electric railway, telegraph and wireless telegraphy. It also explains the development of power transmission. - Summary by Sienna |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-3-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler third volume physics written george matthew electricity written professor william j moore section physics covers matter analysis properties heat light sources nature sound subject electricity discusses nature electricity electrostatics fundamental discoveries electric science electro chemistry developed electromagnetic machines also details technologies advanced discovery electricity electromagnetism electric lighting telephone electric railway telegraph wireless telegraphy also explains development power transmission summary sienna |
| 10327 |
10275 |
10918 |
Cardinal Wolsey |
Mandell Creighton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey (1473-1530) will always be remembered as the Lord Chancellor who fell from power when he failed to obtain the annulment of King Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon. The eminent British historian, Mandell Creighton, writes that Wolsey was branded by Tudor historians as "the minion of the Pope, and the upholder of a foreign despotism." But the publication in the nineteenth century of the mass of documents relating to the reign of Henry VIII made possible a truer assessment of the visionary schemes of the great cardinal and of his underlying patriotism. In his patient diplomacy and careful construction of alliances, the author concludes that "at a great crisis of European history he impressed England with a sense of her own importance and secured for her a leading position in European affairs." - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/cardinal-wolsey-by-mandell-creighton/ |
cardinal thomas wolsey 1473 1530 always remembered lord chancellor fell power failed obtain annulment king henry viii s marriage catherine aragon eminent british historian mandell creighton writes wolsey branded tudor historians the minion pope upholder foreign despotism publication nineteenth century mass documents relating reign henry viii made possible truer assessment visionary schemes great cardinal underlying patriotism patient diplomacy careful construction alliances author concludes at great crisis european history impressed england sense importance secured leading position european affairs summary pamela nagami |
| 10328 |
10276 |
10919 |
Mikado, Or The Town of Titipu (version 2) |
W. S. Gilbert |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Comedy |
In the town of Titipu, flirting is punishable by death on the command of the Mikado himself! But what happens when the Lord High Executioner is himself condemned to die? And what secret does the wandering minstrel Nanki-Poo hide, that the Mikado and his entire entourage come to witness his execution? <br><br>"The Mikado" premiered in 1885, when it broke all records for the longest-running musical. It remains arguably the most popular of the Gilbert & Sullivan operettas. Occasionally described as "English ladies with knitting needles in their hair", Gilbert disguised his criticism of British politics by the (ostensibly) Japanese setting. The universal themes of love and death have kept this opera in constant production for over 125 years.<br><br>The Mikado of Japan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Nanki-Poo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Ko-Ko, Lord High Executioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12272">RussellEric</a><br>Pooh-Bah, Lord High Everything Else: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Pish-Tush: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Yum-Yum: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Pitti-Sing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Peep-Bo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Katisha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <br>Stage Directions read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7510">Kathrine Engan</a><br><br><b>Audio Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br><br> - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-mikado-by-w-s-gilbert-2/ |
town titipu flirting punishable death command mikado himself happens lord high executioner condemned die secret wandering minstrel nanki poo hide mikado entire entourage come witness execution br br the mikado premiered 1885 broke records longest running musical remains arguably popular gilbert sullivan operettas occasionally described english ladies knitting needles hair gilbert disguised criticism british politics ostensibly japanese setting universal themes love death kept opera constant production 125 years br br the mikado japan a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br nanki poo a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ko ko lord high executioner a href https librivox org reader 12272 russelleric a br pooh bah lord high everything else a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br pish tush a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br yum yum a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br pitti sing a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br peep bo a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br katisha a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br chorus a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br stage directions read by a href https librivox org reader 7510 kathrine engan a br br b audio edited by b a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br br summary beth thomas |
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10277 |
10920 |
Faraon (tom 3) |
Bolesław Prus |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Młody Ramzes XIII obejmuje panowanie nad Egiptem, jednak jego wrogowie nie śpią, a jego sprzymierzeńcy chcą nim manipulować. Sam faraon też nie unika poważnych błędów, często spowodowanych słabościami swojego charakteru. Lekceważy też potęgę klasy kapłańskiej, którą postanowił sobie podporządkować nie zdając sobie sprawy z tego, jakimi środkami dysponują jego przeciwnicy. Za te błędy przyjdzie mu drogo zapłacić... ( Piotr Nater) <br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-1-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 1)</a> <br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-2-by-boleslaw-prus/">Faraon (tom 2)</a> <br> |
Polish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/faraon-tom-3-by-boleslaw-prus/ |
młody ramzes xiii obejmuje panowanie nad egiptem jednak jego wrogowie nie śpią jego sprzymierzeńcy chcą nim manipulować sam faraon też nie unika poważnych błędów często spowodowanych słabościami swojego charakteru lekceważy też potęgę klasy kapłańskiej którą postanowił sobie podporządkować nie zdając sobie sprawy z tego jakimi środkami dysponują jego przeciwnicy za te błędy przyjdzie mu drogo zapłacić piotr nater br a href https librivox org faraon tom 1 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 1 a br a href https librivox org faraon tom 2 by boleslaw prus faraon tom 2 a br |
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10278 |
10921 |
Hero |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Literary Fiction |
James Parsons comes home to Little Primpton after serving in the Boer War. The whole town is proud of their new hero, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for risking his life to save a fellow soldier. However, for Jamie, nothing is the same anymore. His varied experience after leaving home has changed his worldview completely and he finds it impossible to go back to his former way of life and beliefs. Torn between individual freedom and obligations towards his family, Maugham portrays Jamie's struggles and social intolerance. - Summary by OCTL7 |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-hero-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
james parsons comes home little primpton serving boer war whole town proud new hero awarded victoria cross risking life save fellow soldier however jamie nothing anymore varied experience leaving home changed worldview completely finds impossible go back former way life beliefs torn individual freedom obligations towards family maugham portrays jamie s struggles social intolerance summary octl7 |
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10279 |
10922 |
On Secret Service |
William Nelson Taft |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, Law |
Detective-Mystery stories based on real cases solved by government agents. Created initially in 1865, the U.S. Secret Service continued to expand over the years, particularly following the assassination of President McKinley in 1901. The episodes in this compilation are comprised of authentic stories, dramatized, while remaining true to the actual incidences. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/on-secret-service-by-william-nelson-taft/ |
detective mystery stories based real cases solved government agents created initially 1865 u s secret service continued expand years particularly following assassination president mckinley 1901 episodes compilation comprised authentic stories dramatized remaining true actual incidences summary roger melin |
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10281 |
10924 |
Cup of Tea |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, the majority are in dialect. \nRiley's chief legacy was his influence in fostering the creation of a midwestern cultural identity and his contributions to the Golden Age of Indiana Literature. Along with other writers of his era, he helped create a caricature of midwesterners and formed a literary community that produced works rivaling the established eastern literati. There are many memorials dedicated to Riley, including the James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children. (Summary from Wikipedia )</p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-cup-of-tea-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored majority dialect riley s chief legacy influence fostering creation midwestern cultural identity contributions golden age indiana literature along writers era helped create caricature midwesterners formed literary community produced works rivaling established eastern literati many memorials dedicated riley including james whitcomb riley hospital children summary wikipedia p |
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10282 |
10925 |
Dr. Sam |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Eugene Field, Sr. was an American writer, best known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.\nField first started publishing poetry in 1879, when his poem "Christmas Treasures" appeared in A Little Book of Western Verse. Over a dozen volumes of poetry followed and he became well known for his light-hearted poems for children, among the most famous of which are "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" and "The Duel" (which is perhaps better known as "The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat"). Equally famous is his poem about the death of a child, "Little Boy Blue". Field also published a number of short stories, including "The Holy Cross" and "Daniel and the Devil." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/dr-sam-by-eugene-field/ |
eugene field sr american writer best known children s poetry humorous essays field first started publishing poetry 1879 poem christmas treasures appeared little book western verse dozen volumes poetry followed became well known light hearted poems children among famous wynken blynken nod the duel which perhaps better known the gingham dog calico cat equally famous poem death child little boy blue field also published number short stories including the holy cross daniel devil summary wikipedia |
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10283 |
10926 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 8 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.<br><br>The result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."<br><br>This eigth volume contains chapters from "John Calvin" to "Cervantes". Summary by Leni |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-8-by-various/ |
library world s best literature ancient modern work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example br br the result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read br br this eigth volume contains chapters john calvin cervantes summary leni |
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10284 |
10927 |
Hospital Transports; A Memoir Of The Embarkation Of The Sick And Wounded From The Peninsula Of Virginia In The Summer Of 1862 |
Frederick Law Olmsted |
War & Military, Medical |
In the American Civil War, The United States Sanitary Commission, staffed by volunteers, may be viewed as a precursor to The Red Cross. It supplemented the medical care of the armed services medical corps. Its doctors, nurses, administrators, go-fers, money, and supplies saved thousands of lives, providing medical care to the wounded and solace to the families of the dead. This memoir of one campaign gives a flavor of the challenges faced, frustrations endured, and medical battles lost and won. Explanatory note: “contraband” refers to a black slave, esp. a fugitive or captured slave. Summary by david wales and Oxford English Dictionary.</p> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/hospital-transports-a-memoir-of-the-embarkation-of-the-sick-and-wounded-from-the-peninsula-of-virginia-in-the-summer-of-1862-by-frederick-law-olmsted/ |
american civil war united states sanitary commission staffed volunteers may viewed precursor red cross supplemented medical care armed services medical corps doctors nurses administrators go fers money supplies saved thousands lives providing medical care wounded solace families dead memoir one campaign gives flavor challenges faced frustrations endured medical battles lost won explanatory note contraband refers black slave esp fugitive captured slave summary david wales oxford english dictionary p |
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10285 |
10928 |
Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman |
Sarah Hopkins Bradford |
Biography & Autobiography |
A portrait of Harriet Tubman is scheduled to replace that of Andrew Jackson on the front of the U.S. $20 bill in 2020. Sarah H. Bradford, who knew Tubman personally, wrote these scenes from Tubman's extraordinary life in 1869. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-in-the-life-of-harriet-tubman-by-sarah-hopkins-bradford/ |
portrait harriet tubman scheduled replace andrew jackson front u s 20 bill 2020 sarah h bradford knew tubman personally wrote scenes tubman s extraordinary life 1869 summary sue anderson |
| 10337 |
10286 |
10929 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 022 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-022-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
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10287 |
10930 |
Flame and Shadow |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
This is a 1920 collection of poetry by American poet Sara Teasdale. The collection comprises 92 poems, which are grouped together into 12 sets. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/flame-and-shadow-by-sara-teasdale/ |
1920 collection poetry american poet sara teasdale collection comprises 92 poems grouped together 12 sets summary carolin p |
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10288 |
10931 |
Sisters' Tragedy, with Other Poems, Lyrical and Dramatic |
Thomas Bailey Aldrich |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. The collection includes several poems in the form of dialogues. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sisters-tragedy-with-other-poems-by-thomas-bailey-aldrich/ |
collection poetry thomas bailey aldrich collection includes several poems form dialogues summary carolin |
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10289 |
10932 |
Out of Mulberry Street |
Jacob A. Riis |
*Non-fiction |
These riveting accounts by Jacob A. Riis are from the late 19th century, when lower Manhattan was teeming with struggling, near-starving immigrants crammed into wretched fire-prone tenements. Riis writes compassionately of these people who were nevertheless incredibly resilient and ever aspiring to a better life; of children, lovers, parents, policemen and firemen; of moments of joy, holidays, tragedies, and much more. –Lee Smalley\n\n“Since I wrote ‘How the Other Half Lives’ I have been asked many times upon what basis of experience, of fact, I built that account of life in New York tenements. These stories contain the answer. They are from the daily grist of the police hopper in Mulberry Street…. They are reprinted from the columns of my newspaper and from the magazines as a contribution to the discussion of the lives and homes of the poor…. In this discussion only facts are of value, and these stories are true….” J.A.R. –From the Preface |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-mulberry-street-by-jacob-a-riis/ |
riveting accounts jacob a riis late 19th century lower manhattan teeming struggling near starving immigrants crammed wretched fire prone tenements riis writes compassionately people nevertheless incredibly resilient ever aspiring better life children lovers parents policemen firemen moments joy holidays tragedies much more lee smalley since wrote how half lives asked many times upon basis experience fact built account life new york tenements stories contain answer daily grist police hopper mulberry street reprinted columns newspaper magazines contribution discussion lives homes poor discussion facts value stories true j a r from preface |
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10290 |
10933 |
Lysistrata (version 2) |
Aristophanes |
Comedy |
Lysistrata has had enough. She is tired of the constant war that is ravaging Greece and has come up with a solution: Together with female friends from other Greek cities, she persuades all women of Greece to pledge an oath and refrain from all sexual contact with their husbands and lovers. The idea is that what men really want is sex, and that they are willing to do anything to get it - even abandoning their pride and make peace. And while the Athenian women retreat into the sacred Acropolis, the men gather outside and debate what is to be done... <br><br>\nThis famous play by Aristophanes, first staged in 411 BCE, sheds a light on the relation of the sexes in Ancient Greece, and is probably the first instance of a <em>War of the Sexes</em>. <br><br>\nThe translator of this version is unknown, but it is rumored to have been Oscar Wilde. (Summary by Availlle). <br><br>\n\n<b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n\nLysistrata: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nCalonice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">leanneyauyau</a><br>\nMyrrhine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10763">lian2902952</a><br>\nLampito: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10515">clarinetcarrot</a><br>\nStratyllis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">LydiaCW</a><br>\nFirst woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">leanneyauyau</a><br>\nSecond woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11341">DaMa</a><br>\nThird woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Kitty</a><br>\nFourth woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10466">sawasawaya</a><br>\nA woman & Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">catharmaiden</a><br>\nChorus of Women: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">bluechien</a><br>\nSlave: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11543">StarFire</a><br>\nChild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">LydiaCW</a><br>\nMagistrate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">RobBoard</a><br>\nCinesias: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">ZamesCurran</a><br>\nOld Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nChorus of Old Men: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">unreadpages</a><br>\nHerald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11676">Fiindil</a><br>\nLaconian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10463">VfkaBT</a><br>\nChorus of Laconians: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nAthenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">NemoR</a><br>\nChorus of Athenians: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">WiltedScribe</a><br>\nMarket lounger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11053">Mratthew</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">MrsHand</a><br><br>\n<b>Audio editing:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lysistrata-version-2-by-aristophanes/ |
lysistrata enough tired constant war ravaging greece come solution together female friends greek cities persuades women greece pledge oath refrain sexual contact husbands lovers idea men really want sex willing anything get even abandoning pride make peace athenian women retreat sacred acropolis men gather outside debate done br br famous play aristophanes first staged 411 bce sheds light relation sexes ancient greece probably first instance em war sexes em br br translator version unknown rumored oscar wilde summary availlle br br b cast list b br br lysistrata a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br calonice a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanneyauyau a br myrrhine a href https librivox org reader 10763 lian2902952 a br lampito a href https librivox org reader 10515 clarinetcarrot a br stratyllis a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydiacw a br first woman a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanneyauyau a br second woman a href https librivox org reader 11341 dama a br third woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 kitty a br fourth woman a href https librivox org reader 10466 sawasawaya a br woman old woman a href https librivox org reader 10087 catharmaiden a br chorus women a href https librivox org reader 11417 bluechien a br slave a href https librivox org reader 11543 starfire a br child a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydiacw a br magistrate a href https librivox org reader 8164 robboard a br cinesias a href https librivox org reader 9929 zamescurran a br old man a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br chorus old men a href https librivox org reader 8799 unreadpages a br herald a href https librivox org reader 11676 fiindil a br laconian a href https librivox org reader 10463 vfkabt a br chorus laconians a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br athenian a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemor a br chorus athenians a href https librivox org reader 10789 wiltedscribe a br market lounger a href https librivox org reader 11053 mratthew a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8677 mrshand a br br b audio editing b a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br |
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10291 |
10934 |
Nell and Her Grandfather |
Anonymous |
Published 1900 onward |
If you have heard of the Dickens novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, and remember Nell Trent, the beautiful and virtuous young girl of "not quite fourteen", an orphan, who lived with her maternal grandfather in his shop of odds and ends, then you will understand that these stories take place in the same time period as the book and have the same lovable and quirky characters. Not written by Dickens, of course, they try and succeed in my mind to carry on our enjoyment of hearing of the escapades of the people and England we love. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/nell-and-her-grandfather-by-anonymous/ |
heard dickens novel old curiosity shop remember nell trent beautiful virtuous young girl not quite fourteen orphan lived maternal grandfather shop odds ends understand stories take place time period book lovable quirky characters written dickens course try succeed mind carry enjoyment hearing escapades people england love summary phil chenevert |
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10292 |
10935 |
Hans of Iceland |
Victor Hugo |
Fantastic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Hans of Iceland was written in 1821 and is the very first novel written by young Victor, years before he became the great Hugo. It has all the ingredients of a gothic novel: dreadful murders by the hand of a human monster, a young hero in love with the destitute heroine, royal court-intrigues and rebellious uprising, all set in dungeons, dark towers and the untamed nature of Norway.<br></br>This audio-book has been recorded as Dramatic Reading with all the voices performed by one single reader, including laughs, sobs, groans, occasional screams and a lot of growls. I hope you will enjoy listening to this adventurous journey just as much as I enjoyed recording it. - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/hans-of-iceland-by-victor-hugo/ |
hans iceland written 1821 first novel written young victor years became great hugo ingredients gothic novel dreadful murders hand human monster young hero love destitute heroine royal court intrigues rebellious uprising set dungeons dark towers untamed nature norway br br this audio book recorded dramatic reading voices performed one single reader including laughs sobs groans occasional screams lot growls hope enjoy listening adventurous journey much enjoyed recording it summary sonia |
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10293 |
10936 |
Birds and Man |
William Henry Hudson |
Animals |
During the later part of his life Hudson lived in southern England, where he was involved very early on with the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds). Birds and Man is a slow moving work where Hudson discusses his love of birds, and the need for better protection of them. - Summary by clarinetcarrot</p> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-man-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
later part life hudson lived southern england involved early rspb royal society protection birds birds man slow moving work hudson discusses love birds need better protection them summary clarinetcarrot p |
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10294 |
10937 |
Wild Nature Won by Kindness |
Elizabeth Brightwen |
Animals |
This is a delightful collection of stories about a few of the birds, puppies, ant-lions, spiders and other assorted bugs this lady either rescued or found and then observed carefully as they made their way to maturity. She is the most careful as well as compassionate observer of their tiny struggles to live and grow in the real world. Picking up abandoned bird chicks, digging for worms, turning over rocks, this amazing lady shows in every sentence that she loves the entire world of living creatures and then she has a knack of describing it plain language yet entertainingly. Ant-lions, butterflies, baby chicks, puppies, spiders, beetles, earwigs and even snails all fall under her descriptive spell. If you love animals and love to hear about the habits of even the tiniest of them, these short tales are tailor made for you. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/wild-nature-won-by-kindness-by-elizabeth-brightwen/ |
delightful collection stories birds puppies ant lions spiders assorted bugs lady either rescued found observed carefully made way maturity careful well compassionate observer tiny struggles live grow real world picking abandoned bird chicks digging worms turning rocks amazing lady shows every sentence loves entire world living creatures knack describing plain language yet entertainingly ant lions butterflies baby chicks puppies spiders beetles earwigs even snails fall descriptive spell love animals love hear habits even tiniest them short tales tailor made you summary phil chenevert |
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10295 |
10938 |
Aventuras de Masín (Tom) Sawyer |
Mark Twain |
Literary Fiction, Action & Adventure |
La vida en San Petersburgo, un pueblecito situado a orillas del Misisipi, al suroeste de Estados Unidos, es tan plácida que incluso puede resultar aburrida. Pero Tom Sawyer, un muchacho curioso y travieso, es capaz de sacar provecho a cualquier hecho cotidiano, como pintar una valla, o no tan cotidiano, como perseguir a un malvado asesino o ir en busca de un tesoro escondido en una cueva, acompañado de su inseparable amigo Huck. Summary by Phileas Fogg</p> |
Spanish |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/aventuras-de-masin-tom-sawyer-by-mark-twain/ |
la vida en san petersburgo un pueblecito situado orillas del misisipi al suroeste de estados unidos es tan plácida que incluso puede resultar aburrida pero tom sawyer un muchacho curioso travieso es capaz de sacar provecho cualquier hecho cotidiano como pintar una valla tan cotidiano como perseguir un malvado asesino ir en busca de un tesoro escondido en una cueva acompañado de su inseparable amigo huck summary phileas fogg p |
| 10347 |
10296 |
10939 |
Making of a Bigot |
Rose Macaulay |
Published 1900 onward |
“How various is man! How multiplied his experience, his outlook, his conclusions!”—H. Belloc.\n\n“And every single one of them is right.”—R. Kipling.\nWritten while Macaulay worked in the Propaganda Department of the War Office, and reflecting her own mysticism and skepticism of organized religion, The Making of a Bigot follows young Eddy Oliver from Cambridge University as he meets people whose stronger personalities influence his weaker one, with their persuasive arguments. ( Lynne Thompson) Thompson |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-making-of-a-bigot-by-rose-macaulay/ |
how various man multiplied experience outlook conclusions h belloc and every single one right r kipling written macaulay worked propaganda department war office reflecting mysticism skepticism organized religion making bigot follows young eddy oliver cambridge university meets people whose stronger personalities influence weaker one persuasive arguments lynne thompson thompson |
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10297 |
10940 |
Thunderstorm at Night |
Eric Mackay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Eric Mackay was an English minor poet, now remembered as the sponging half-brother of Marie Corelli, the best-selling novelist. Mackay and Corelli, born Mary Mackay, were the children of Charles Mackay, by different mothers.\n\nAs a poet he is described as "execrable", and reliant on Corelli's promotion of his works. Mackay achieved some reputation in his time for Letters of a Violinist (1886). It sold 35,000 copies; he repaid Corelli's efforts by implying he wrote her novels. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-thunderstorm-at-night-by-eric-mackay/ |
george eric mackay english minor poet remembered sponging half brother marie corelli best selling novelist mackay corelli born mary mackay children charles mackay different mothers poet described execrable reliant corelli s promotion works mackay achieved reputation time letters violinist 1886 sold 35 000 copies repaid corelli s efforts implying wrote novels summary wikipedia |
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10298 |
10941 |
Queen Elizabeth |
Mandell Creighton |
War & Military |
"The Princess Elizabeth of England was born at Greenwich, between three and four of the afternoon of September 7, 1533. Her birth was a matter of small rejoicing to her parents, who were sorely disappointed that their first-born was not a boy." So begins this short, but stirring biography by the British historian, Mandell Creighton, of the magnificent last monarch of the Tudor dynasty. We see Elizabeth in constant peril during the turbulent and ineffectual reigns of Edward VI and Mary. At her accession, her country is little better than an appendage of the Spanish state. By the end of her reign, England has become a major power. Creighton writes that, "Elizabeth's imperishable claim to greatness lies in her instinctive sympathy with her people. She felt, rather than understood, the possibilities which lay before England, and she set herself to the task of slowly exhibiting, and impressing them on the national mind." (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/queen-elizabeth-by-mandell-creighton/ |
the princess elizabeth england born greenwich three four afternoon september 7 1533 birth matter small rejoicing parents sorely disappointed first born boy begins short stirring biography british historian mandell creighton magnificent last monarch tudor dynasty see elizabeth constant peril turbulent ineffectual reigns edward vi mary accession country little better appendage spanish state end reign england become major power creighton writes that elizabeth s imperishable claim greatness lies instinctive sympathy people felt rather understood possibilities lay england set task slowly exhibiting impressing national mind pamela nagami |
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10299 |
10942 |
Chinese Diamonds for the King of Kings |
Rosalind Goforth |
Christian Fiction |
In this small book Rosalind Goforth tells many stories of 'diamonds' in China that have been tested and come out pure in the King of Kings' hand for His service.\nSketch 9 speaks of the awful facts of the "heathen" (non-Christians) that Rosalind Goforth had witnessed. Although she speaks of these as being confined to merely non-Christian persons, many of these evils are characteristics of people in countries generally classified as "Christian". Please be advised that this fact may cause this chapter to be offensive to some. (Summary by Adele de Pignerolles) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/chinese-diamonds-for-the-king-of-kings-by-rosalind-goforth/ |
small book rosalind goforth tells many stories diamonds china tested come pure king kings hand service sketch 9 speaks awful facts heathen non christians rosalind goforth witnessed although speaks confined merely non christian persons many evils characteristics people countries generally classified christian please advised fact may cause chapter offensive some summary adele de pignerolles |
| 10351 |
10300 |
10943 |
Parodies on Tennyson's Charge of the Light Brigade |
Walter Hamilton |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
This extract, taken from Parodies of the works of English and American Authors, vol 1, of parodies of Tennyson's Charge of the Light Brigade covers such topics as the Clergy, the Fairer Sex, Doctors, Engineers and many others. - Summary by Kim |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/parodies-on-tennysons-charge-of-the-light-brigade-by-walter-hamilton/ |
extract taken parodies works english american authors vol 1 parodies tennyson s charge light brigade covers topics clergy fairer sex doctors engineers many others summary kim |
| 10352 |
10301 |
10944 |
Perverted Proverbs: A Manual of Immorals for the Many |
Harry Graham |
Poetry |
This is a volume of humorous poems by Harry Graham, writing under his pseudonym Col. D. Streamer. In this volume, Graham brings us a unique and original view of popular proverbs, in his own peculiar humorous verse. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/perverted-proverbs-by-harry-graham/ |
volume humorous poems harry graham writing pseudonym col d streamer volume graham brings us unique original view popular proverbs peculiar humorous verse summary carolin p |
| 10353 |
10302 |
10945 |
Voice on the Wind, and Other Poems |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Madison Julius Cawein, <i>"the Keats of Kentucky"</i>, published at the height of his popularity in 1902. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/a-voice-on-the-wind-and-other-poems-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume poems madison julius cawein i the keats kentucky i published height popularity 1902 summary carolin |
| 10354 |
10303 |
10946 |
1914, and Other Poems |
Rupert Brooke |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Rupert Brooke, named after the famous poems "1914", written during and about World War I. Brooke himself died while taking part in a naval expedition to the Dardanelles, and was buried in Greece. The poems he wrote during the war were published posthumously and are the poems for which he is best-known today. This volume also contains poems written during a journey around the Pacific, and a number of miscellaneous poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/1914-and-other-poems-by-rupert-brooke/ |
volume poems rupert brooke named famous poems 1914 written world war i brooke died taking part naval expedition dardanelles buried greece poems wrote war published posthumously poems best known today volume also contains poems written journey around pacific number miscellaneous poems summary carolin |
| 10355 |
10304 |
10947 |
Elsie's New Relations |
Martha Finley |
Historical Fiction, Family |
In this ninth book in the classic Elsie Dinsmore series, the family finishes their summer at the seaside and returns to Ion. The narrative turns from Elsie to Violet's family, particularly her step-children Max and Lulu as they adjust to life in their new family. - Summary by GabrielleC |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/elsies-new-relations-by-martha-finley/ |
ninth book classic elsie dinsmore series family finishes summer seaside returns ion narrative turns elsie violet s family particularly step children max lulu adjust life new family summary gabriellec |
| 10356 |
10305 |
10948 |
Poison Island |
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Mysterious old Captain Coffin not only has a wild story about a Honduran island where treasure lies, he has a map. But they must be wary because it also holds “a poison that kills a man and keeps him fresh as paint”. Nothing can hold Harry back from tagging along and meeting up with murder, intrigue, a collection of colorful characters, and a vociferous parrot. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/poison-island-by-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch/ |
mysterious old captain coffin wild story honduran island treasure lies map must wary also holds a poison kills man keeps fresh paint nothing hold harry back tagging along meeting murder intrigue collection colorful characters vociferous parrot summary amy gramour |
| 10357 |
10306 |
10949 |
Noughts and Crosses: Stories, Studies and Sketches |
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900, Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of well-written engaging short stories written by "Q", the pen name of the prolific and eccentric Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/noughts-and-crosses-stories-studies-and-sketches-by-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch/ |
collection well written engaging short stories written q pen name prolific eccentric sir arthur thomas quiller couch summary amy gramour |
| 10358 |
10307 |
10950 |
Lore of Proserpine |
Maurice Henry Hewlett |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction |
If a thing is not sensibly true it may be morally so. If it is not phenomenally true it may be so substantially. And it is possible that one may see substance in the idiom, so to speak, of the senses. That, I take it, is how the Greeks saw thunder-storms and other huge convulsions; that is how they saw meadow, grove and stream—in terms of their own fair humanity. They saw such natural phenomena as shadows of spiritual conflict or of spiritual calm, and within the appearance apprehended the truth. So it may be that I have done. Some such may be the explanation of all fairy experience. Let it be so. It is a fact, I believe, that there is nothing revealed in this book which will not bear a spiritual, and a moral, interpretation; and I venture to say of some of it that the moral implications involved are exceedingly momentous, and timely too. I need not refer to such matters any further. If they don't speak for themselves they will get no help from a preface. - Summary by Maurice Hewlett |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lore-of-proserpine-by-maurice-henry-hewlett/ |
thing sensibly true may morally so phenomenally true may substantially possible one may see substance idiom speak senses that take it greeks saw thunder storms huge convulsions saw meadow grove stream in terms fair humanity saw natural phenomena shadows spiritual conflict spiritual calm within appearance apprehended truth may done may explanation fairy experience let so fact believe nothing revealed book bear spiritual moral interpretation venture say moral implications involved exceedingly momentous timely too need refer matters further speak get help preface summary maurice hewlett |
| 10359 |
10308 |
10951 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 3: Sorrow and Consolation (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The third of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection includes a range of famous poems relating to such topics as disappointment in love; parting and absence; adversity; comfort and cheer; death and bereavement; and consolation. It also includes an introductory essay by American theologian Lyman Abbott (1835-1922). There are links to sung versions of some of the poems on the Internet Archive page. Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-3-sorrow-and-consolation-part-1-by-various/ |
third ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection includes range famous poems relating topics disappointment love parting absence adversity comfort cheer death bereavement consolation also includes introductory essay american theologian lyman abbott 1835 1922 links sung versions poems internet archive page summary tomas peter |
| 10360 |
10309 |
10952 |
Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey |
Washington Irving |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Epistolary Fiction |
Although this book may not have the immediately recognizable title of, say, “Rip Van Winkle” or “Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” this book deserves its place among the pantheon of Washington Irving’s classics. Irving, who traveled extensively in his youth and throughout his life, was given a firsthand look into the lives of two great writers of the Empire: Sir Walter Scott and Lord Byron.\n<br><br>\nIrving first chronicles his visit to Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, whom he notes had not, at the time of his stay, yet received his title of “baronet.” Scott gives Irving a personal tour not only of his home but of the surrounding neighborhoods and landmarks that are a part of Abbotsford. We get a unique glimpse into the private life of the celebrated writer and the reverence the people of his time held him in.\n<br><br>\nIrving next moves on to Newstead Abbey, the home of the then-late Lord Byron. His travels are guided by Colonel Wildman, the individual who purchased Newstead Abbey following Byron’s death, and who restored the building to its former glory. In this portion of the book we learn of the fantastic and bizarre Byron family and its connection to Robin Hood and the famed locales of Sherwood Forest and Nottingham.\n<br><br>\nFew American writers gained famed for their extensive work outside of the United States. Washington Irving was unique in many respects, not the least of which was his enthusiastic curiosity of the “homeland” of so many Americans who were born literally around the time America was. His detailed writings of life in the early 19th century and the changes that were already taking over the more rural areas, can’t help but make one yearn for the even simpler times prior to his visit.\n(Summary by Greg Giordano) |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/abbotsford-and-newstead-abbey-by-washington-irving/ |
although book may immediately recognizable title of say rip van winkle legend sleepy hollow book deserves place among pantheon washington irving s classics irving traveled extensively youth throughout life given firsthand look lives two great writers empire sir walter scott lord byron br br irving first chronicles visit abbotsford home sir walter scott notes not time stay yet received title baronet scott gives irving personal tour home surrounding neighborhoods landmarks part abbotsford get unique glimpse private life celebrated writer reverence people time held in br br irving next moves newstead abbey home then late lord byron travels guided colonel wildman individual purchased newstead abbey following byron s death restored building former glory portion book learn fantastic bizarre byron family connection robin hood famed locales sherwood forest nottingham br br american writers gained famed extensive work outside united states washington irving unique many respects least enthusiastic curiosity homeland many americans born literally around time america was detailed writings life early 19th century changes already taking rural areas can t help make one yearn even simpler times prior visit summary greg giordano |
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10310 |
10953 |
Poetic Trios |
Various |
Poetry, Narratives |
We selected some of our favourite poets for this collection, including Dante, Fitzgerald, Keats, Barrett Browning, Lear, Carroll, Milton, Morris, Swinburne and Rossetti. We hope you enjoy listening to them. - Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poetic-trios-by-various/ |
selected favourite poets collection including dante fitzgerald keats barrett browning lear carroll milton morris swinburne rossetti hope enjoy listening them summary newgatenovelist |
| 10362 |
10311 |
10954 |
Trivia (1917) And More Trivia (1921) |
Logan Pearsall Smith |
Essays & Short Works |
Logan Pearsall Smith (1865-1946) was an American-born British essayist who was known for his epigrams and aphorisms, often humorous. This recording is of two of his collections of these bon mots. For example: “These pieces of moral prose have been written, dear Reader, by a large Carnivorous Mammal, belonging to that suborder of the Animal Kingdom which includes also the Orang-outang, the tusked Gorilla, the Baboon with his bright blue and scarlet bottom, and the long-eared Chimpanzee.” ( Author's Note and david wales) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/trivia-1917-and-more-trivia-1921-by-logan-pearsall-smith/ |
logan pearsall smith 1865 1946 american born british essayist known epigrams aphorisms often humorous recording two collections bon mots example these pieces moral prose written dear reader large carnivorous mammal belonging suborder animal kingdom includes also orang outang tusked gorilla baboon bright blue scarlet bottom long eared chimpanzee author s note david wales p |
| 10363 |
10312 |
10955 |
His Master's Voice |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
This is a follow up story to Randal Garrett's original story, A Spaceship Named McGyer. The intrepid protagonist, now that he has become the completely unintended and unwilling master of the robot spaceship McGyer, is called in by the owners, very reluctantly. to see if he can help their experts fix the problem. Since he is the only human McGyer will listen to they must have him there to get the ship to comply with any request at all. But there are rival corporations that wish the ship and the project, robot spaceships, to fail so he is indeed in great danger. But the real question of this story revolves around Asimov's three laws of robotics and the messy problems of how to define a human being. That can get very messy indeed. Enjoy another fascinating story by Randall Garrett. - Summary by Phil chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/his-masters-voice-by-randall-garrett/ |
follow story randal garrett s original story spaceship named mcgyer intrepid protagonist become completely unintended unwilling master robot spaceship mcgyer called owners reluctantly see help experts fix problem since human mcgyer listen must get ship comply request all rival corporations wish ship project robot spaceships fail indeed great danger real question story revolves around asimov s three laws robotics messy problems define human being get messy indeed enjoy another fascinating story randall garrett summary phil chenevert p |
| 10364 |
10313 |
10956 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VI, No 2, September 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vi-no-2-sept-1899/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10365 |
10314 |
10957 |
Enneads |
Plotinus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Ancient |
The six Enneads (ΕΝΝΕΑΔΕΣ) are the collected writings of the Neoplatonic philosopher Plotinus (ΠΛΩΤΙΝΟΣ) arranged by his student Porphyry (ΠΟΡΦΥΡΙΟΣ) into fifty-four books with each Ennead containing nine. The translator Kenneth Sylvan Guthrie arranged these books chronologically rather than according to Porphyry's numeration. This recording is organized according to Porphyry's numeration with Roman numerals indicating the Ennead and Hindu-Arabic numerals indicating the book e.g. VI.9 would be the ninth book of the sixth Ennead. A hyperlinked table of contents at Volume 1 Page 3 of the gutenberg.org text will enable you to jump to the specific Ennead if you wish to read along with the recording. (Summary by Geoffrey Edwards) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/enneads-by-plotinus/ |
six enneads εννεαδες collected writings neoplatonic philosopher plotinus πλωτινος arranged student porphyry πορφυριος fifty four books ennead containing nine translator kenneth sylvan guthrie arranged books chronologically rather according porphyry s numeration recording organized according porphyry s numeration roman numerals indicating ennead hindu arabic numerals indicating book e g vi 9 would ninth book sixth ennead hyperlinked table contents volume 1 page 3 gutenberg org text enable jump specific ennead wish read along recording summary geoffrey edwards |
| 10366 |
10315 |
10959 |
Town Down the River: A Book of Poems |
Edwin Arlington Robinson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Edwin Arlington Robinson, dedicated to Theodore Roosevelt. This volume also contains his lesser known shorter poems as well as the well-known narrative poem <i>Miniver Cheevy</i>. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-town-down-the-river-by-edwin-arlington-robinson/ |
volume poetry edwin arlington robinson dedicated theodore roosevelt volume also contains lesser known shorter poems well well known narrative poem i miniver cheevy i summary carolin |
| 10367 |
10316 |
10960 |
Dreamer of Dreams |
Marie of Romania Alexandra Victoria |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Literary Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Eric, artist for the king, has created a marvelous painting of a royal wedding. It is finished except for the face of the queen, which appeared to him in a dream. When he awoke, he had forgotten the form of the features. Obsessed with recapturing this vision, he goes on a quest to find the woman because he cannot paint another stroke until he sees those eyes again. During his journey, he discovers much more, perhaps even the true meaning of his dream and of his life. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-dreamer-of-dreams-by-marie-of-romania-alexandra-victoria/ |
eric artist king created marvelous painting royal wedding finished except face queen appeared dream awoke forgotten form features obsessed recapturing vision goes quest find woman cannot paint another stroke sees eyes again journey discovers much more perhaps even true meaning dream life summary amy gramour |
| 10368 |
10317 |
10961 |
Principles of Geology |
Charles Lyell |
Earth Sciences |
<i>Principles of Geology: being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earth's surface, by reference to causes now in operation</i> is a book by the Scottish geologist Charles Lyell, first published in 3 volumes in 1830–1833.\n<br><br>\nLyell used geology throughout as a basis to strengthen his argument for Uniformitarianism. He used geological proof to determine that the Earth was older than 6,000 years, as had been previously contested. The book shows that the processes that are occurring in the present are the same processes that occurred in the past. |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-geology-by-charles-lyell/ |
i principles geology attempt explain former changes earth s surface reference causes operation i book scottish geologist charles lyell first published 3 volumes 1830 1833 br br lyell used geology throughout basis strengthen argument uniformitarianism used geological proof determine earth older 6 000 years previously contested book shows processes occurring present processes occurred past |
| 10369 |
10318 |
10962 |
To The Women of Australia |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. Her world view is expressed in the title of her poem "Whatever Is—Is Best". \nShe made a very popular appearance during World War I in France, reciting her poem, The Stevedores ("Here's to the Army stevedores, lusty and virile and strong...") while visiting a camp of 9,000 US Army stevedores. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-women-of-australia-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
popular poet rather literary poet poems expresses sentiments cheer optimism plainly written rhyming verse world view expressed title poem whatever is is best made popular appearance world war france reciting poem stevedores here s army stevedores lusty virile strong visiting camp 9 000 us army stevedores wikipedia |
| 10370 |
10319 |
10963 |
Men Who Live It Down |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
MANY of the verses in this volume (When I Was King (1906)) appeared originally in the SYDNEY Bulletin, others in the Daily Telegraph, Town and Country Journal, Evening News, World's News, Australian Star, Amateur Gardener, and KALGOORLIE Sun, while eleven are reprinted from The Children of the Bush, published by Messrs. Methuen and Co., London. (from the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-men-who-live-it-down-by-henry-lawson/ |
many verses volume when king 1906 appeared originally sydney bulletin others daily telegraph town country journal evening news world s news australian star amateur gardener kalgoorlie sun eleven reprinted children bush published messrs methuen co london from introduction p |
| 10371 |
10320 |
10964 |
Queen Zixi of Ix |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
Fairy Queen Lulea and her merry band, in a quest to relieve themselves of boredom, decide to create a new magical amusement. They weave a beautiful magic cloak that grants its wearer a single wish. The Queen tells a fellow fairy to give the cloak to the most unhappy mortal she happens to meet. She hands it over to the sister of Noland's new king, recently coronated and still trying to figure out how to rule. The witch-queen of Ix, taking notice of the cloak and Noland's power struggles, hatches a plan steal the cloak and become even more powerful (possibly taking over Noland in the process)! Will the new royals withstand her attempts? \n\nPublished in 1909, this novel, though not an official part of the Oz canon, takes place in Ix and Noland, Oz's bordering countries. Baum also considered it to be his best work. It was also adapted into a now-fragmented silent film in 1914. - Summary by Mary Kay |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/queen-zixi-of-ix-by-l-frank-baum/ |
fairy queen lulea merry band quest relieve boredom decide create new magical amusement weave beautiful magic cloak grants wearer single wish queen tells fellow fairy give cloak unhappy mortal happens meet hands sister noland s new king recently coronated still trying figure rule witch queen ix taking notice cloak noland s power struggles hatches plan steal cloak become even powerful possibly taking noland process new royals withstand attempts published 1909 novel though official part oz canon takes place ix noland oz s bordering countries baum also considered best work also adapted now fragmented silent film 1914 summary mary kay |
| 10372 |
10321 |
10965 |
Compendio de la Historia de la Literatura |
Andrés Bello |
Antiquity |
Escrito para la enseñanza en el Instituto Nacional, este compendio comprende la literatura antigua del Oriente y la literatura griega hasta el siglo IV de nuestra era. (Summary by Tux) |
Spanish |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/compendio-de-la-historia-de-la-literatura-by-andres-bello/ |
escrito para la enseñanza en el instituto nacional este compendio comprende la literatura antigua del oriente la literatura griega hasta el siglo iv de nuestra era summary tux |
| 10373 |
10322 |
10967 |
Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin |
Elizabeth Robins Pennell |
Biography & Autobiography |
"Few women have worked so faithfully for the cause of humanity as Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin [1759-1797], and few have been the objects of such censure...The young were bidden not to read her books, and the more mature warned not to follow her example, the miseries she endured being declared the just retribution of her actions." So begins this short, vivid biography of Mary Wollstonecraft by the American expatriate author, Elizabeth Robins Pennell. We read how Wollstonecraft's father, an unstable, irascible, and often violent alcoholic squandered his fortune and dragged his large family from lodging to lodging. Her mother, a rigid disciplinarian of her children, was his abject slave. A brilliant autodidact, Mary left a position as a governess and moved by herself to London, where she lived by translating and writing. In 1790 she became famous defending the French Revolution against the attacks of Edmund Burke in her "Vindication of the Rights of Man." This was followed in 1792 by her most influential work, "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman." After becoming pregnant out of wedlock, she was deserted by her lover, Gilbert Imlay and attempted suicide. In 1797 she married William Godwin, but died of post-partum septicemia (childbed fever) following the birth of her second daughter, the future Mary Shelley, author of "Frankenstein." - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/mary-wollstonecraft-godwin-by-elizabeth-robins-pennell/ |
few women worked faithfully cause humanity mary wollstonecraft godwin 1759 1797 objects censure the young bidden read books mature warned follow example miseries endured declared retribution actions begins short vivid biography mary wollstonecraft american expatriate author elizabeth robins pennell read wollstonecraft s father unstable irascible often violent alcoholic squandered fortune dragged large family lodging lodging mother rigid disciplinarian children abject slave brilliant autodidact mary left position governess moved london lived translating writing 1790 became famous defending french revolution attacks edmund burke vindication rights man followed 1792 influential work a vindication rights woman becoming pregnant wedlock deserted lover gilbert imlay attempted suicide 1797 married william godwin died post partum septicemia childbed fever following birth second daughter future mary shelley author frankenstein summary pamela nagami |
| 10374 |
10323 |
10968 |
Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 |
Isaac D'Israeli |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of short essays on literature. Various subjects are discussed, such as libraries, critics, the classics, and all sorts of things which, in the opinion of Mr. Disraeli, a writer or a reader can do right or wrong. Any bibliophile may expect to be entertained and edified by Mr. Disraeli's musings. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-literature-vol-1-by-isaac-disraeli/ |
collection short essays literature various subjects discussed libraries critics classics sorts things which opinion mr disraeli writer reader right wrong bibliophile may expect entertained edified mr disraeli s musings summary carolin |
| 10375 |
10324 |
10969 |
Bible (ERV) 01: Genesis |
English Revised Version |
Bibles |
The Book of Genesis (transliterated from Greek γένεσις, meaning "origin") is the first book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament.<br /><br />Tradition credits Moses as the author of Genesis, as well as Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and most of Deuteronomy, but modern scholars increasingly see them as a product of the 6th and 5th centuries BCE. - Summary by Glenn O'Brien |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/bible-erv-01-genesis-by-english-revised-version/ |
book genesis transliterated greek γένεσις meaning origin first book hebrew bible christian old testament br br tradition credits moses author genesis well exodus leviticus numbers deuteronomy modern scholars increasingly see product 6th 5th centuries bce summary glenn o brien |
| 10376 |
10347 |
10994 |
Riverpark Rebellion |
Homer Greene |
Children's Fiction |
A tale of the Riverpark Academy for cadets, in which there is growing discontent leading to a revolt against the academy's leaders. The rebellion takes the form of an unauthorized "holiday" in which a number of cadets leave the grounds for a some fun, including attending a circus. The story follows one cadet's descent into dishonor and disgrace, and how he strives to become an honorable boy again. - Summary by Donald Cummings |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-riverpark-rebellion-by-homer-greene/ |
tale riverpark academy cadets growing discontent leading revolt academy s leaders rebellion takes form unauthorized holiday number cadets leave grounds fun including attending circus story follows one cadet s descent dishonor disgrace strives become honorable boy again summary donald cummings |
| 10377 |
10325 |
10970 |
Search the Sky |
C. M. Kornbluth |
Science Fiction |
Ross was a junior trader on Halsey's Planet, and had great prospects but was not happy at all. Everything smelled of decay. The whole planet seemed to be slowly disappearing, the population dwindling month by month and year by year and yet no one seemd to care or even notice. Something was very, very wrong. When the first interstellar transport in 30 years arrived on Halsey's Planet, it brought things to a head. The ship had touched on six other colony worlds - and all six had been devoid of human life. Where was everybody? It was almost as if humankind, when separated by cosmic distances from Mother Earth, could not survive. He didn't know the answer but he knew it all smelled highly of decay. Decay and Rot. This highly praised novel by C.M.Kornbluth and Frederick Pohl was first published in 1954 was seen as a wonderful satire on various trends in the society of the 1950's. - Summary by phil Chenevert</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/search-the-sky-by-frederik-pohl/ |
ross junior trader halsey s planet great prospects happy all everything smelled decay whole planet seemed slowly disappearing population dwindling month month year year yet one seemd care even notice something very wrong first interstellar transport 30 years arrived halsey s planet brought things head ship touched six colony worlds six devoid human life everybody almost humankind separated cosmic distances mother earth could survive know answer knew smelled highly decay decay rot highly praised novel c m kornbluth frederick pohl first published 1954 seen wonderful satire various trends society 1950 s summary phil chenevert p |
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10326 |
10972 |
Verwirrungen des Zöglings Törleß |
Robert Musil |
Literary Fiction |
Der Roman thematisiert den Entwicklungs- und Selbstfindungsprozess des jungen Törleß, der zur Zeit der k. und k. - Monarchie in einem Provinzinternat aufwächst und dort mit seinen Mitschülern einen anderen Jungen beim Stehlen erwischt. Die Geheimhaltung seiner Tat muss sich dieser Junge durch Abhängigkeit von Törleß und seinen Mitschülern erkaufen, die ihm in vielfacher Hinsicht stark zusetzen...der Roman ist eines der frühesten Werke, die an der Schwelle zur literarischen Moderne stehen. - Summary by Boris |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/die-verwirrungen-des-zoeglings-toerless-by-robert-musil/ |
der roman thematisiert den entwicklungs und selbstfindungsprozess des jungen törleß der zur zeit der k und k monarchie einem provinzinternat aufwächst und dort mit seinen mitschülern einen anderen jungen beim stehlen erwischt die geheimhaltung seiner tat muss sich dieser junge durch abhängigkeit von törleß und seinen mitschülern erkaufen die ihm vielfacher hinsicht stark zusetzen der roman ist eines der frühesten werke die der schwelle zur literarischen moderne stehen summary boris |
| 10379 |
10327 |
10973 |
Ensimmäiset novellit |
Juhani Aho |
Published 1900 onward, Single author, Single Author Collections |
Tunnetun suomalaisen kirjailijan Juhani Ahon uransa alkupäässä kirjoittamia novelleja ja runoja, jotka on julkaistu yksissä kansissa vuonna 1915. - Summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi. |
Finnish |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ensimmaeiset-novellit-by-juhani-aho/ |
tunnetun suomalaisen kirjailijan juhani ahon uransa alkupäässä kirjoittamia novelleja ja runoja jotka julkaistu yksissä kansissa vuonna 1915 summary harri tapani ylilammi |
| 10380 |
10328 |
10974 |
Juvenile Bible |
Anonymous |
Bibles |
A collection of short poems describing every book of the Bible (both Old and New testament) for young children to read in order to help them learn about the Bible. (Summary by Elsie Selwyn ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-juvenile-bible-by-anonymous/ |
collection short poems describing every book bible both old new testament young children read order help learn bible summary elsie selwyn |
| 10381 |
10329 |
10975 |
Vigils |
Aline Kilmer |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by American poet Aline Murray Kilmer, widow of the poet Joyce Kilmer. These poems have been published several years after Joyce Kilmer's death in 1918 while he was deployed in France, and their daughter Rose's death in 1917. Many of the poems in this collection thus also center around a motive of grief and loss, and set these emotions into poetry of heartbreaking beauty. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/vigils-by-aline-kilmer/ |
volume poetry american poet aline murray kilmer widow poet joyce kilmer poems published several years joyce kilmer s death 1918 deployed france daughter rose s death 1917 many poems collection thus also center around motive grief loss set emotions poetry heartbreaking beauty summary carolin |
| 10382 |
10330 |
10976 |
Sixteen Poems |
William Allingham |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 16 poems by William Allingham, selected and brought together by his admirer William Butler Yeats several years after Allingham's death. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/sixteen-poems-by-william-allingham/ |
collection 16 poems william allingham selected brought together admirer william butler yeats several years allingham s death summary carolin |
| 10383 |
10331 |
10977 |
Weiße Rose |
Karl Wilhelm Salice-Contessa |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Förster Wolfgang ist zu Unrecht eines Mordes beschuldigt und muss nach Böhmen fliehen. Er lässt seine Frau, seine Tochter Elisabeth, die alte Tinel und seinen alten Gefährten Konrad zurück. Die alte Tinel kennt aber das Märchen von der weißen Rose, das Elisabeth zu einer Verzweiflungstat inspiriert... - Summary by Carolin</p> |
German |
1826 |
https://librivox.org/die-weisse-rose-by-karl-wilhelm-salice-contessa/ |
förster wolfgang ist zu unrecht eines mordes beschuldigt und muss nach böhmen fliehen er lässt seine frau seine tochter elisabeth die alte tinel und seinen alten gefährten konrad zurück die alte tinel kennt aber das märchen von der weißen rose das elisabeth zu einer verzweiflungstat inspiriert summary carolin p |
| 10384 |
10332 |
10978 |
Myths And Legends Of The Great Plains (version 2) |
Katharine Berry Judson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Here, amidst the vast sweep of the plains which stretch away to the horizon on every side, boundless, limitless, endless, lived the plains Indians. Standing in the midst of this vast green plain on a soft May morning, after the Thunder Gods have passed, when the sun is shining in the soft blue above, and the sweet, rain-swept air is blown about by the Four Winds which are always near to man, day and night,—standing far out on the plains with no hint of the white man or his work—one sees the earth somewhat as the Indian saw it and wonders not at his reverence for the Mysterious One who dwelt overhead, beyond the blue stone arch, and for the lesser powers which came to him over the four paths guarded by the Four Winds….<br><br>The authorities used in this compilation are those found in the annual reports of the Bureau of American Ethnology and the Publications of the United States Geographical and Geological Survey: contributions to North American Ethnology…. No claim whatever is made for original work. Indeed, original work of any kind in a compilation such as this would impair the authenticity of the myths, and therefore destroy the value of this work. Nor has any effort been made towards “style.” The only style worth having in telling an Indian legend is that of the Indian himself.<br><br>These stories are from the following tribes: Osage, Cherokee, Lenni-Lenapi (Delaware), Omaha, Teton, Comanche, Assiniboin, Sioux, Pawnee, Dakota, Kiowa, Mandan Arikara, Ponca, Yankton Arapahoe, and Kansa. Summary by Author's Preface and david wales.</p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/myths-and-legends-of-the-great-plains-by-katharine-berry-judson-2/ |
here amidst vast sweep plains stretch away horizon every side boundless limitless endless lived plains indians standing midst vast green plain soft may morning thunder gods passed sun shining soft blue above sweet rain swept air blown four winds always near man day night standing far plains hint white man work one sees earth somewhat indian saw wonders reverence mysterious one dwelt overhead beyond blue stone arch lesser powers came four paths guarded four winds br br the authorities used compilation found annual reports bureau american ethnology publications united states geographical geological survey contributions north american ethnology claim whatever made original work indeed original work kind compilation would impair authenticity myths therefore destroy value work effort made towards style style worth telling indian legend indian himself br br these stories following tribes osage cherokee lenni lenapi delaware omaha teton comanche assiniboin sioux pawnee dakota kiowa mandan arikara ponca yankton arapahoe kansa summary author s preface david wales p |
| 10385 |
10333 |
10979 |
Coningsby, or The New Generation |
Benjamin Disraeli |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Coningsby is the first of trilogy of political novels that Disraeli published in the 1840s, and gives an insight into his views of the political turmoil following the passage of the Great Reform Bill by the Whigs in 1832 (a second Reform Bill was passed in 1867 under Disraeli’s Tory leadership as prime minister). While Coningsby looks primarily at political questions, its successor -- Sybil, or the Two Nations -- was concerned with the “condition of England” question and the growing social and economic imbalance between rich and poor that in tje writer's view was hastened (though not begun) by the industrial revolution. Granted that Disraeli was not Dickens or Trollope or Eliot or one of the other giants of British letters in the nineteenth century, it’s a bit unfair to suggest (as some have) that the plots are thin and only there to provide the writer with a podium for setting forth his political and social views. It’s true that Boy Meets Girl, Boy Loses Girl, Boy Gets Girl, but much else happens as well, particularly thanks to the role played by the mysterious figure of the Jewish Sidonia, who in addition to enormous wealth and widespread international connections embodies a kind of wisdom that transcends the mere knowledge acquired by even the best educated Englishmen. Coningsby, himself a product of both Eton and Cambridge, is fortunate enough to be taken under his wing, and intelligent enough to accept his guidance. (Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/coningsby-or-the-new-generation-by-benjamin-disraeli/ |
coningsby first trilogy political novels disraeli published 1840s gives insight views political turmoil following passage great reform bill whigs 1832 a second reform bill passed 1867 disraeli s tory leadership prime minister coningsby looks primarily political questions successor sybil two nations concerned condition england question growing social economic imbalance rich poor tje writer s view hastened though begun industrial revolution granted disraeli dickens trollope eliot one giants british letters nineteenth century it s bit unfair suggest as have plots thin provide writer podium setting forth political social views it s true boy meets girl boy loses girl boy gets girl much else happens well particularly thanks role played mysterious figure jewish sidonia addition enormous wealth widespread international connections embodies kind wisdom transcends mere knowledge acquired even best educated englishmen coningsby product eton cambridge fortunate enough taken wing intelligent enough accept guidance nicholas clifford |
| 10386 |
10334 |
10980 |
Woman of the World: Her Counsel to Other People's Sons and Daughters |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Self-Help |
Did you ever contemplate a carreer as a journalist, or to get married? Do you have problems with your children, parents, or colleagues? Do you, in fact, have any problem at all? In that case, Ella Wheeler Wilcox might be able to help you. In 35 letters, the notable poet and advocate of the new thought movement gives advice on varied subjects, issues and problems.. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-woman-of-the-world-her-counsel-to-other-peoples-sons-and-daughters-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ever contemplate carreer journalist get married problems children parents colleagues you fact problem all case ella wheeler wilcox might able help you 35 letters notable poet advocate new thought movement gives advice varied subjects issues problems summary carolin |
| 10387 |
10335 |
10982 |
Torah (JPSA) 03: Leviticus |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles, Other religions |
The third book of the Pentateuch - Leviticus. Presented according to weekly parshah.<br />\nPraised are You, Adonai, Our G-d, ruler of the Universe, who has made us holy with commandments and commanded us to engage in the study of Torah. (Traditional prayer). <br />\n - Summary by Linette Geisel. Parshat descriptions provided by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/leviticus-jpsa/ |
third book pentateuch leviticus presented according weekly parshah br praised you adonai g d ruler universe made us holy commandments commanded us engage study torah traditional prayer br summary linette geisel parshat descriptions provided wikipedia |
| 10388 |
10336 |
10983 |
Eulogies |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction |
From Volume 12 of the Dresden Edition of The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, entitled Miscellany, this audio book delivers the final chapters, 21 stirring tributes delivered by Colonel Ingersoll (The Great Agnostic) at the funerals or grave sides of, or published, of persons he greatly admired. Included are George Jacob Holyoake, Benjamin W. Parker, Ebon C. Ingersoll, Rev. Alexander Clark, John G. Mills, Elizur Wright, Mrs. Ida Whiting Knowles, Henry Ward Beecher, Roscoe Conkling, Richard H. Whiting, Courtlandt Palmer, Mrs. Mary H. Fiske, Horace Seaver, Lawrence Barrett, Walt Whitman, Philo D. Beckwith, Aton Seidl, Dr. Thomas Seton Robertson, Thomas Corwin, Isaac H. Bailey, and Harrison G. Fiske. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/eulogies-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
volume 12 dresden edition works robert g ingersoll entitled miscellany audio book delivers final chapters 21 stirring tributes delivered colonel ingersoll the great agnostic funerals grave sides of published persons greatly admired included george jacob holyoake benjamin w parker ebon c ingersoll rev alexander clark john g mills elizur wright mrs ida whiting knowles henry ward beecher roscoe conkling richard h whiting courtlandt palmer mrs mary h fiske horace seaver lawrence barrett walt whitman philo d beckwith aton seidl dr thomas seton robertson thomas corwin isaac h bailey harrison g fiske summary michele fry |
| 10389 |
10337 |
10984 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 029 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder.\nThe story "Jimmy Goggles the God" by H.G. Wells contains explicit language. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-029/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder story jimmy goggles god h g wells contains explicit language |
| 10390 |
10338 |
10985 |
Middle Age Enthusiasms |
Thomas Hardy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas Hardy, OM was an English novelist and poet. A Victorian realist in the tradition of George Eliot, he was influenced both in his novels and in his poetry by Romanticism, especially William Wordsworth. Charles Dickens was another important influence. Like Dickens, he was highly critical of much in Victorian society, though Hardy focused more on a declining rural society. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/middle-age-enthusiasms-by-thomas-hardy/ |
thomas hardy om english novelist poet victorian realist tradition george eliot influenced novels poetry romanticism especially william wordsworth charles dickens another important influence like dickens highly critical much victorian society though hardy focused declining rural society summary wikipedia |
| 10391 |
10339 |
10986 |
Strange Story Book (version 2) |
Leonora Blanche Lang |
Action & Adventure, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Historical |
<br />This is the last book in the The Andrew Lang "Color" Fairy Books series published after his death by his wife. She wrote the stories and he had edited them before his demise. It is a collection of stories that are a bit different than the Fairy Books: still colorful and well written but telling tales about decidedly odd topics. A word of <font color="red">Caution: </font> please read the stories before your children do, some of them contain some violent imagery. - Summary by Linda Andrus<p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-story-book-version-2-by-leonora-blanche-lang/ |
br this last book andrew lang color fairy books series published death wife wrote stories edited demise collection stories bit different fairy books still colorful well written telling tales decidedly odd topics word font color red caution font please read stories children do contain violent imagery summary linda andrus p |
| 10392 |
10369 |
11016 |
Love of Monsieur |
George Gibbs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
<br />A charming rogue, a stolen birthright, unrequited love, mutiny on the high seas, with a backdrop of 17th century England and the Spanish Main, make for another historical romance from George Gibbs. - Summary by Donald Cummings<br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-of-monsieur-by-george-gibbs/ |
br a charming rogue stolen birthright unrequited love mutiny high seas backdrop 17th century england spanish main make another historical romance george gibbs summary donald cummings br br |
| 10393 |
10340 |
10987 |
Libro de Las Mil Noches y Una Noche Volumen 2 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Ningún libro tan conocido, y menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas, monumento literario del pueblo árabe. Con el título de Las Mil y Una Noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa, y nada es menos cierto. Las Mil y Una Noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos y nada más. entresacados de la monumental obra árabe y traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo a los niños, por sus relatos maravillosos. Novelas humanas, exhuberantes de pasión, fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo XVII en infantiles relatos. La grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días. Es el doctor Mardrus el que por primera vez la dio a conocer al público con una traducción completa y fiel de las Alf Lailah Oua Lailah (Mil Noches y Una Noche). El lector encontrará las famosas novelas, palabra por palabra, tal como las crearon sus autores. El texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres: su alma es la misma - Summary by Prefacio de los Editores del libro |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/el-libro-de-las-mil-noches-y-una-noche-volumen-2-by-anonymous/ |
ningún libro tan conocido menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas monumento literario del pueblo árabe con el título de las mil una noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa nada es menos cierto las mil una noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos nada más entresacados de la monumental obra árabe traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo los niños por sus relatos maravillosos novelas humanas exhuberantes de pasión fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo xvii en infantiles relatos la grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días es el doctor mardrus el que por primera vez la dio conocer al público con una traducción completa fiel de las alf lailah oua lailah mil noches una noche el lector encontrará las famosas novelas palabra por palabra tal como las crearon sus autores el texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres su alma es la misma summary prefacio de los editores del libro |
| 10394 |
10341 |
10988 |
Selected Poems of Oscar Wilde |
Robert Baldwin Ross |
Poetry |
This is a selection of the early poetry of Oscar Wilde, selected by Robert Ross. As he puts it, "It is thought that a selection from Oscar Wilde’s early verses may be of interest to a large public at present familiar only with the always popular Ballad of Reading Gaol, also included in this volume. The poems were first collected by their author when he was twenty-six years old, and though never, until recently, well received by the critics, have survived the test of NINE editions. Readers will be able to make for themselves the obvious and striking contrasts between these first and last phases of Oscar Wilde’s literary activity. The intervening period was devoted almost entirely to dramas, prose, fiction, essays, and criticism." - Summary by Carolin and Robert Ross |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-oscar-wilde-by-oscar-wilde/ |
selection early poetry oscar wilde selected robert ross puts it it thought selection oscar wilde s early verses may interest large public present familiar always popular ballad reading gaol also included volume poems first collected author twenty six years old though never recently well received critics survived test nine editions readers able make obvious striking contrasts first last phases oscar wilde s literary activity intervening period devoted almost entirely dramas prose fiction essays criticism summary carolin robert ross |
| 10395 |
10342 |
10989 |
Ballads and Poems |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Dora Sigerson Shorter. This volume contains seven of Ms. Shorter's Ballads, a series of miscellaneous poems, and finally two narrative poems. While the topics of the poems and ballads are all unique, many of them share the atmosphere of a fairy tale. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/ballads-and-poems-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
volume poetry dora sigerson shorter volume contains seven ms shorter s ballads series miscellaneous poems finally two narrative poems topics poems ballads unique many share atmosphere fairy tale summary carolin |
| 10396 |
10343 |
10990 |
Mystery of Pain |
James Hinton |
Health & Fitness, Self-Help, Christianity - Other |
This book is addressed to the sorrowful, ... to whom their own or others' pain is a daily burden, upon whose hearts it weighs with an intolerable anguish. I seek to speak to these ; not as a teacher, but as a fellow. Sharing their feeling, and knowing well how vain is the attempt to throw off misery, or to persuade ourselves that life is better than it is, I would fain share with them also some thoughts that have seemed to me capable of casting a bright gleam of light athwart the darkness, and, if they are true, of bringing an immense, an incredible joy out of the very bosom of distress. - Summary by James Hinton |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-pain-by-james-hinton/ |
book addressed sorrowful others pain daily burden upon whose hearts weighs intolerable anguish seek speak teacher fellow sharing feeling knowing well vain attempt throw misery persuade life better is would fain share also thoughts seemed capable casting bright gleam light athwart darkness and true bringing immense incredible joy bosom distress summary james hinton |
| 10397 |
10344 |
10991 |
Uncanny Tales |
Various |
|
This is collection of uncanny stories complied and curated by Cyril Arthur Pearson. The stories are fine ghost and horror stories, with all the ingredients to make it work: night, ghosts, unexplained deaths, and locked rooms. Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/uncanny-tales-by-various/ |
collection uncanny stories complied curated cyril arthur pearson stories fine ghost horror stories ingredients make work night ghosts unexplained deaths locked rooms summary carolin |
| 10398 |
10345 |
10992 |
Under The Sky In California |
Charles Francis Saunders |
Travel & Geography |
This is a 1913 travelogue by a then-well-known botanist who wrote many books about the American Southwest and California in particular. This popular book went into three printings. “…the main concern of the author has been to draw attention to an immensity of almost unexplored mountain, desert, canon and flowery plain,… This is the real California…. Like all genuine things, it has the compelling charm of the primitive and to the lover of the unartificial it appeals with freshness and power.” ( Author's Preface and david wales) </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/under-the-sky-in-california-by-charles-francis-saunders/ |
1913 travelogue then well known botanist wrote many books american southwest california particular popular book went three printings the main concern author draw attention immensity almost unexplored mountain desert canon flowery plain real california like genuine things compelling charm primitive lover unartificial appeals freshness power author s preface david wales p |
| 10399 |
10346 |
10993 |
Miß Sara Sampson |
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing |
Tragedy |
Miss Sara Sampson, geschrieben von Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, gilt als das erste bürgerliche Trauerspiel der neueren deutschen Literatur. Es wurde 1755 uraufgeführt und begründete Lessings Ruf als Dramaturg. <br><br>\nDie junge und tugendhafte Sara Sampson verliebt sich in den Lebemann Mellefont und brennt mit ihm durch. Das Ziel ist Frankreich, wo sie heiraten wollen. Mellefont zögert aber, und in einem Gasthaus en route muß er sich seiner langjährigen Geliebten Marwood stellen. Diese versucht mit allen Mitteln den treulosen Liebhaber zurückzugewinnen, aber als nicht einmal die gemeinsame Tochter Arabella den Mellefont umstimmen kann, greift sie zur Intrige... <br><br>\n\nDie Rollen wurden gelesen von: <br><br>\n\nMellefont <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5753">Boris</a><br>\nMarwood, Mellefonts alte Geliebte <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle </a><br>\nArabella, ein junges Kind, der Marwood Tochter <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda </a><br>\nSir William Sampson <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9132">Friedrich </a><br>\nMiß Sara, dessen Tochter <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Kitty </a><br>\nNorton, Bedienter des Mellefont <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9646">KlausN </a><br>\nHannah, Mädchen der Marwood <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10148">EvaK </a><br>\nWaitwell, ein alter Diener des Sampson <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9565">Gavenport </a><br>\nBetty, Mädchen der Sara <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">zwergwolf </a><br>\nDer Bediente <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11546">rhigma </a><br>\nDer Gastwirt <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">catharmaiden </a><br>\nErzähler <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6719">CurlyM </a><br><br>\n\nAudioschnitt von <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2442">redaer</a><br>\n |
German |
1755 |
https://librivox.org/miss-sara-sampson-deutsch-by-gotthold-ephraim-lessing/ |
miss sara sampson geschrieben von gotthold ephraim lessing gilt als das erste bürgerliche trauerspiel der neueren deutschen literatur es wurde 1755 uraufgeführt und begründete lessings ruf als dramaturg br br die junge und tugendhafte sara sampson verliebt sich den lebemann mellefont und brennt mit ihm durch das ziel ist frankreich wo sie heiraten wollen mellefont zögert aber und einem gasthaus en route muß er sich seiner langjährigen geliebten marwood stellen diese versucht mit allen mitteln den treulosen liebhaber zurückzugewinnen aber als nicht einmal die gemeinsame tochter arabella den mellefont umstimmen kann greift sie zur intrige br br die rollen wurden gelesen von br br mellefont a href https librivox org reader 5753 boris a br marwood mellefonts alte geliebte a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br arabella ein junges kind der marwood tochter a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br sir william sampson a href https librivox org reader 9132 friedrich a br miß sara dessen tochter a href https librivox org reader 10179 kitty a br norton bedienter des mellefont a href https librivox org reader 9646 klausn a br hannah mädchen der marwood a href https librivox org reader 10148 evak a br waitwell ein alter diener des sampson a href https librivox org reader 9565 gavenport a br betty mädchen der sara a href https librivox org reader 10791 zwergwolf a br der bediente a href https librivox org reader 11546 rhigma a br der gastwirt a href https librivox org reader 10087 catharmaiden a br erzähler a href https librivox org reader 6719 curlym a br br audioschnitt von a href https librivox org reader 2442 redaer a br |
| 10400 |
10348 |
10995 |
Paul: A Herald of the Cross |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
This is an exciting sequel to the earlier books <a href="https://librivox.org/titus-a-comrade-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" rel="nofollow"><i>Titus: A Comrade of the Cross</i></a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/stephen-a-soldier-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" rel="nofollow"><i>Stephen: A Soldier of the Cross</i></a>. It tells the story of the apostle Paul, from his conversion through his imprisonment. ( Rachel)</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/paul-a-herald-of-the-cross-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
exciting sequel earlier books a href https librivox org titus a comrade of the cross by florence morse kingsley rel nofollow i titus comrade cross i a a href https librivox org stephen a soldier of the cross by florence morse kingsley rel nofollow i stephen soldier cross i a tells story apostle paul conversion imprisonment rachel p |
| 10401 |
10349 |
10996 |
Lodore |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Family Life, General Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The author of Frankenstein returns with her take on an Austen novel. The mother is proud, the father has many vices, yet the aristocratic name must be kept. Even more so when lord Lodore dies. His wife and daughter find themselves without protection. This novel is conserned with gender equality, education and social justice. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/lodore-by-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley/ |
author frankenstein returns take austen novel mother proud father many vices yet aristocratic name must kept even lord lodore dies wife daughter find without protection novel conserned gender equality education social justice summary stav nisser |
| 10402 |
10350 |
10997 |
Fairy Realm: A Collection Of The Favourite Old Tales Told in Verse |
Tom Hood |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Narratives |
Here are five of the most loved Fairy Tales retold in verse by the English humourist and writer, Tom Hood (1835 - 1874). The tales are; The Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, Puss in Boots, Cinderella and Hop o' my Thumb. Summary by Noel Badrian. |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-realm-by-thomas-hood/ |
five loved fairy tales retold verse english humourist writer tom hood 1835 1874 tales are sleeping beauty little red riding hood puss boots cinderella hop o thumb summary noel badrian |
| 10403 |
10351 |
10998 |
She Comes Not |
Herbert Trench |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Frederic Herbert Trench was an Irish poet. A number of his poems were set set to music and he moved into theatrical work for a few years. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/she-comes-not-by-herbert-trench/ |
frederic herbert trench irish poet number poems set set music moved theatrical work years summary wikipedia p |
| 10404 |
10352 |
10999 |
White Man's Burden |
Rudyard Kipling |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Rudyard Kipling was an English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist.\nKipling was one of the most popular writers in the United Kingdom, in both prose and verse, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Henry James said: "Kipling strikes me personally as the most complete man of genius (as distinct from fine intelligence) that I have ever known." In 1907, at the age of 42, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, making him the first English-language writer to receive the prize, and its youngest recipient to date. He was also sounded out for the British Poet Laureateship and on several occasions for a knighthood, both of which he declined. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-mans-burden-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
rudyard kipling english journalist short story writer poet novelist kipling one popular writers united kingdom prose verse late 19th early 20th centuries henry james said kipling strikes personally complete man genius as distinct fine intelligence ever known 1907 age 42 awarded nobel prize literature making first english language writer receive prize youngest recipient date also sounded british poet laureateship several occasions knighthood declined summary wikipedia |
| 10405 |
10353 |
11000 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1790 - 1816) |
John Adams |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1790-1816-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses washington adams jefferson madison summary wikipedia linette geisel |
| 10406 |
10354 |
11001 |
Coming of the Law |
Charles Alden Seltzer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
A young Easterner, Hollis, a newspaper reporter, arrives in a small western town, to inherit his father’s ranch and his newspaper. He discovers that the town and the entire county are controlled by an unscrupulous cattleman, Dunlavey. This guy is a law unto himself, stealing cattle from his neighbors, who are powerless to defend themselves because he also owns the local sheriff. Can Hollis overcome these obstacles and insure that the county is run by the rule of law? (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-coming-of-the-law-by-charles-alan-seltzer/ |
young easterner hollis newspaper reporter arrives small western town inherit father s ranch newspaper discovers town entire county controlled unscrupulous cattleman dunlavey guy law unto himself stealing cattle neighbors powerless defend also owns local sheriff hollis overcome obstacles insure county run rule law summary richard kilmer |
| 10407 |
10370 |
11018 |
Евгений Онегин (Eugene Onegin) |
Alexander Pushkin |
Literary Fiction, Romance, Narratives |
This novel in verses is an example of Russian classic literature. The plot tells about young nobleman moving to country from St. Petersburg, driving there not only by mansion inheritance from his uncle but by the spleen, to find friendship and love which will turn out disappointing and even a tragedy. The main charm of the text is in its verses - the stanza consisted of 14 lines written in verses of iambic tetrameter has became classical since and has been called Onegin stanza.<br>\nЭтот роман в стихах является образцом классической русской литературы. В основе сюжета история молодого дворянина, который переезжает в деревню из Санкт-Петербурга не только для того, чтобы вступить в наследование имением своего дяди, но и из-за сплина, тоски. Здесь он находит дружбу и любовь, которые в итоге оказываются разочарованием и оборачиваются трагедией. Основная же прелесть текста в стихе, которым он написан - эта строфа из 14 строк четырехстопного ямба с тех пор так и называется "онегинской".\n(Summary by xenium5) |
Russian |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/eugene-onegin-by-alexander-pushkin/ |
novel verses example russian classic literature plot tells young nobleman moving country st petersburg driving mansion inheritance uncle spleen find friendship love turn disappointing even tragedy main charm text verses stanza consisted 14 lines written verses iambic tetrameter became classical since called onegin stanza br этот роман в стихах является образцом классической русской литературы в основе сюжета история молодого дворянина который переезжает в деревню из санкт петербурга не только для того чтобы вступить в наследование имением своего дяди но и из за сплина тоски здесь он находит дружбу и любовь которые в итоге оказываются разочарованием и оборачиваются трагедией основная же прелесть текста в стихе которым он написан эта строфа из 14 строк четырехстопного ямба с тех пор так и называется онегинской summary xenium5 |
| 10408 |
10355 |
11002 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 27: Daniel |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Después de ser exiliado a Babilonia en el año 605 aC, Daniel fue uno de los varios jóvenes escogidos para servir en la corte del rey Nabucodonosor. Cuando los persas conquistaron Babilonia en el año 539, a Daniel se le volvió a dar una posición de poder. A través de estos entornos hostiles, Daniel se mantuvo fiel a Dios. Desde la interpretación de sueños a las historias familiares como el horno de fuego, la cueva de los leones, y la escritura en la pared, a las visiones apocalípticas, el tema recurrente del libro de Daniel es la soberanía de Dios sobre los asuntos humanos. En las secciones históricas (Capítulos 1-6) Dios sobrenaturalmente rescató a Daniel y a sus amigos. El resto del libro se compone de visiones del juicio futuro y la liberación de Israel por su esperado Mesías. Algunos de los temas proféticos de Daniel se confirman en el libro de Apocalipsis. (Summary by Claudia Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-27-daniel-by-reina-valera/ |
después de ser exiliado babilonia en el año 605 ac daniel fue uno de los varios jóvenes escogidos para servir en la corte del rey nabucodonosor cuando los persas conquistaron babilonia en el año 539 daniel se le volvió dar una posición de poder través de estos entornos hostiles daniel se mantuvo fiel dios desde la interpretación de sueños las historias familiares como el horno de fuego la cueva de los leones la escritura en la pared las visiones apocalípticas el tema recurrente del libro de daniel es la soberanía de dios sobre los asuntos humanos en las secciones históricas capítulos 1 6 dios sobrenaturalmente rescató daniel sus amigos el resto del libro se compone de visiones del juicio futuro la liberación de israel por su esperado mesías algunos de los temas proféticos de daniel se confirman en el libro de apocalipsis summary claudia barrett |
| 10409 |
10356 |
11003 |
Old New Zealand: Being Incidents of Native Customs and Character in the Old Times |
Frederick Edward Maning |
Biography & Autobiography, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Introduction to Old New Zealand\nPhilip Steer\nVictoria University February 2004\nFrederick Edward Maning is best known as an author, but he was also at times a trader and a judge of the Native Land Court. He was born in Dublin, Ireland on 5 July 1811 or 1812 and immigrated to Tasmania with his family in 1823. He lived in New Zealand from 1833 until 1882, when ill health forced him to seek medical care in England. He died in London on 25 July 1883, but was buried in New Zealand later that year. His Old New Zealand: A Tale of the Good Old Times (1863) is one of the few pre-twentieth century New Zealand literary texts that have not descended into obscurity with passing time. Historian Peter Gibbons describes it as perhaps one of the best known and most widely read of all works on early New Zealand and it has often been reprinted.\n <a href="http://nzetc.victoria.ac.nz/tm/scholarly/tei-SteOldN.html">Full introduction by Philip Steer</a><br> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/old-new-zealand-by-frederick-edward-maning/ |
introduction old new zealand philip steer victoria university february 2004 frederick edward maning best known author also times trader judge native land court born dublin ireland 5 july 1811 1812 immigrated tasmania family 1823 lived new zealand 1833 1882 ill health forced seek medical care england died london 25 july 1883 buried new zealand later year old new zealand tale good old times 1863 one pre twentieth century new zealand literary texts descended obscurity passing time historian peter gibbons describes perhaps one best known widely read works early new zealand often reprinted a href http nzetc victoria ac nz tm scholarly tei steoldn html full introduction philip steer a br |
| 10410 |
10357 |
11004 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 3: Sorrow and Consolation (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the third of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a range of famous poems relating to such topics as comfort and cheer; death and bereavement; and consolation. Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-3-part-2/ |
third ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes range famous poems relating topics comfort cheer death bereavement consolation summary tomas peter |
| 10411 |
10358 |
11005 |
Three Sunsets and Other Poems |
Lewis Carroll |
Poetry |
Lewis Carroll's most enduring works are the Adventures of Alice in Wonderland, but he also wrote some very interesting poetry. The poems in this particular volume are called "serious" in the preface, and though they are written in Lewis Carroll's accessible style, they are addressed to adults, with many of the poems having themes such as love and death. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/three-sunsets-and-other-poems-by-lewis-carroll/ |
lewis carroll s enduring works adventures alice wonderland also wrote interesting poetry poems particular volume called serious preface though written lewis carroll s accessible style addressed adults many poems themes love death summary carolin |
| 10412 |
10359 |
11006 |
Sonnets to a Lover |
Myrtle Reed |
Sonnets |
This is a book of poetry by Myrtle Reed. Ms. Reed is most famous for her love stories such as <i>A Spinner in the Sun</i> and <i>Old Rose and Silver</i>, and these sonnets are an exploration of the same theme through a different medium. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-to-a-lover-by-myrtle-reed/ |
book poetry myrtle reed ms reed famous love stories i a spinner sun i i old rose silver i sonnets exploration theme different medium summary carolin |
| 10413 |
10360 |
11007 |
Cecil's Own Book |
Ann Hawkshaw |
Children's Fiction, Single author |
Ann Hawkshaw's fourth and final collection was published privately and named for her young grandson, Cecil Wedgwood. Written for children, the volume alternates prose with poetry and is lighter in tone than her earlier work, although poems such as 'The Discontented Stream' and 'The Ambitious Water-Lily' are tinged with a sense of waste. The final piece in the collection, 'In Memoriam', is a moving elegy on childhood death, which alludes to Hawkshaw's loss of three children including Cecil's mother who died shortly after his birth. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/cecils-own-book-by-ann-hawkshaw/ |
ann hawkshaw s fourth final collection published privately named young grandson cecil wedgwood written children volume alternates prose poetry lighter tone earlier work although poems the discontented stream the ambitious water lily tinged sense waste final piece collection in memoriam moving elegy childhood death alludes hawkshaw s loss three children including cecil s mother died shortly birth summary phil benson |
| 10414 |
10436 |
11086 |
History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 4 |
Henry Charles Lea |
History , Christianity - Other |
The fourth and final volume of Lea's monumental work on the Spanish Inquisition. This volume discusses how the Inquisition dealt with mysticism, solicitation of illicit relationships, bigamy, theological propositions, witchcraft and sorcery, political activity, and almost every other facet of daily life. It concludes with an overarching history of the Inquisition and retrospective. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-inquisition-of-spain-vol-4-by-henry-charles-lea/ |
fourth final volume lea s monumental work spanish inquisition volume discusses inquisition dealt mysticism solicitation illicit relationships bigamy theological propositions witchcraft sorcery political activity almost every facet daily life concludes overarching history inquisition retrospective summary triciag |
| 10415 |
10361 |
11008 |
Bismarck |
Georges Lacour-Gayet |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898) famously said, "The great questions of the day will not be settled by speeches or the decisions of the majority...but by iron and blood." Prince Bismarck unified the German states under Prussian hegemony through a series of carefully orchestrated wars, which excluded Austria from the new Confederation and added Schleswig-Holstein, and Alsace-Lorraine to Germany. But Bismarck avoided useless confrontations and was, above all, a master of balance of power diplomacy. His skills, both at home and abroad, won him the loyal support of Kaiser Wilhelm I. Paternalistic and socially conservative, Bismarck established for workers the very first government sickness, accident, and old-age insurance. This pithy, if pungent little biography was written in 1918 by the French historian, Georges Lacour-Gayet, who often lets Bismarck tell his story in his own inimitable words. - Summary by Pamela Nagami</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/bismarck-by-georges-lacour-gayet/ |
otto von bismarck 1815 1898 famously said the great questions day settled speeches decisions majority but iron blood prince bismarck unified german states prussian hegemony series carefully orchestrated wars excluded austria new confederation added schleswig holstein alsace lorraine germany bismarck avoided useless confrontations was all master balance power diplomacy skills home abroad loyal support kaiser wilhelm i paternalistic socially conservative bismarck established workers first government sickness accident old age insurance pithy pungent little biography written 1918 french historian georges lacour gayet often lets bismarck tell story inimitable words summary pamela nagami p |
| 10416 |
10362 |
11009 |
LibriVox 11th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
"LibriVox is a hope, an experiment, and a question: can the net harness a bunch of volunteers to bring books in the public domain to life..."\nHugh McGuire, LibriVox's founder, August 9, 2005<br /><br />This year is the 11th anniversary of our beloved LibriVox. The readings in this collection celebrate that "bunch of volunteers" who make up the worldwide LibriVox community. The readings are held together by their connection to the number "eleven." The collection is multilingual. The selections, which are chosen by the readers, include fiction, nonfiction, poems, short stories, and articles. |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-11th-anniversary-collection/ |
librivox hope experiment question net harness bunch volunteers bring books public domain life hugh mcguire librivox s founder august 9 2005 br br this year 11th anniversary beloved librivox readings collection celebrate bunch volunteers make worldwide librivox community readings held together connection number eleven collection multilingual selections chosen readers include fiction nonfiction poems short stories articles |
| 10417 |
10363 |
11010 |
Leven van Hillegonda Buisman - deel 2 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Een levensbeschrijving van de ideale Hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw. Deel 2: In dit deel maakt Hillegonda aanstalten om te gaan trouwen met haar kapitein. |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-hillegonda-buisman-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een levensbeschrijving van de ideale hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw deel 2 dit deel maakt hillegonda aanstalten om te gaan trouwen met haar kapitein |
| 10418 |
10364 |
11011 |
Lost Illusions: Ève and David |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<i>Ève and David</i> (1843) is the final book in Balzac’s <i>Lost Illusions</i> trilogy, which is part of his sweeping set of novels collectively titled <i>La Comédie Humaine</i>. The story is set in post-Napoleonic France. In the first volume of the trilogy (<i>Two Poets</i>, 1837), we meet Lucien Chardon, an aspiring poet frustrated by the pettiness of provincial life. In the second volume (<i>A Distinguished Provincial at Paris</i>, 1839) Lucien, now using the more aristocratic-sounding surname "de Rubempré," leaves his family in order to seek fame and fortune in the literary world of Paris. By the end of that book, he faced imminent emotional and financial collapse.<br /><br />In this present volume, the reader is returned to the provincial town of Angoulême, where Lucien's sister Ève and her husband, Lucien's friend David, have been desperately struggling against clever competition to keep a their printing shop afloat. Their situation is complicated when Lucien's financial distress spills over into their lives.<br /><br />Balzac’s work was hugely influential in the development of realism in fiction. The <i>Lost Illusions</i> trilogy is one of his greatest achievements, and is named in the reference work <i>1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die</i>. (Summary by Bruce Pirie)<br /><br /><b>Other volumes in this series:</b><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-two-poets-by-honore-de-balzac/">Lost Illusions: Two Poets</a><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-a-distinguished-provincial-at-paris-by-honore-de-balzac/">Lost Illusions: A Distinguished Provincial at Paris</a><br/>\n\n<b>The story of Lucien de Rubempré continues in the sequel,</b> <a href="http://librivox.org/scenes-from-a-courtesans-life-by-honore-de-balzac/">Scenes from a Courtesan's Life</a><br/> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-eve-and-david-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
i ève david i 1843 final book balzac s i lost illusions i trilogy part sweeping set novels collectively titled i la comédie humaine i story set post napoleonic france first volume trilogy i two poets i 1837 meet lucien chardon aspiring poet frustrated pettiness provincial life second volume i a distinguished provincial paris i 1839 lucien using aristocratic sounding surname de rubempré leaves family order seek fame fortune literary world paris end book faced imminent emotional financial collapse br br in present volume reader returned provincial town angoulême lucien s sister ève husband lucien s friend david desperately struggling clever competition keep printing shop afloat situation complicated lucien s financial distress spills lives br br balzac s work hugely influential development realism fiction i lost illusions i trilogy one greatest achievements named reference work i 1001 books must read die i summary bruce pirie br br b other volumes series b br a href https librivox org lost illusions two poets by honore de balzac lost illusions two poets a br a href https librivox org lost illusions a distinguished provincial at paris by honore de balzac lost illusions distinguished provincial paris a br b the story lucien de rubempré continues sequel b a href http librivox org scenes from a courtesans life by honore de balzac scenes courtesan s life a br |
| 10419 |
10365 |
11012 |
Rivers to the Sea |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
This is Sara Teasdale's third published collection of poetry. The collection was published in 1915, and contains the famous poem "I Shall Not Care", the melancholy and dark tone of which is often connected with her suicide in 1933. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/rivers-to-the-sea-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale s third published collection poetry collection published 1915 contains famous poem i shall care melancholy dark tone often connected suicide 1933 summary carolin |
| 10420 |
10366 |
11013 |
Ride to the Lady, and Other Poems |
Helen Gray Cone |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by New York poet Helen Gray Cone. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-ride-to-the-lady-and-other-poems-by-helen-gray-cone/ |
volume poems new york poet helen gray cone summary carolin |
| 10421 |
10367 |
11014 |
Fly Leaves |
Charles Stuart Calverley |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by the English poet Charles Stuart Calverley. Calverley was considered quite a wit during his life time, and this disposition shines through in some of these poems as well. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/fly-leaves-by-charles-stuart-calverley/ |
volume poetry english poet charles stuart calverley calverley considered quite wit life time disposition shines poems well summary carolin |
| 10422 |
10368 |
11015 |
Men in the Walls |
William Tenn |
Science Fiction |
There are giant, technologically superior aliens who have conquered Earth. People live like vermin in holes in the insulation material of the walls of the homes the monsters have built, sneaking out to steal food and other items from the aliens. A complex social and religious order has evolved, with women preserving knowledge and working as healers, while men serve as warriors and thieves. For the aliens, men and women are just a nuisance, neither civilized nor intelligent, and are generally regarded as vermin to be exterminated. This story begins "Mankind consisted of 128 people.\nThe sheer population pressure of so vast a horde had long ago filled over a dozen burrows." - Summary by the author and phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-men-in-the-walls-by-william-tenn/ |
giant technologically superior aliens conquered earth people live like vermin holes insulation material walls homes monsters built sneaking steal food items aliens complex social religious order evolved women preserving knowledge working healers men serve warriors thieves aliens men women nuisance neither civilized intelligent generally regarded vermin exterminated story begins mankind consisted 128 people sheer population pressure vast horde long ago filled dozen burrows summary author phil chenevert |
| 10423 |
10371 |
11019 |
Lion Ben of Elm Island |
Elijah Kellogg |
Action & Adventure |
An adventure story for boys, in which the author aims to "impart pleasure, and, at the same time, inspire respect for labor, integrity and every noble sentiment". There is a sense of nostalgia, as Kellogg sets his story in bygone days, when the grandfathers of his readers were mere boys, facing the challenges and perils of frontier life and developing the character needed to transform the wilderness in to the land of freedom and plenty. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/lion-ben-of-elm-island-by-elijah-kellogg/ |
adventure story boys author aims impart pleasure and time inspire respect labor integrity every noble sentiment sense nostalgia kellogg sets story bygone days grandfathers readers mere boys facing challenges perils frontier life developing character needed transform wilderness land freedom plenty summary lynne thompson |
| 10424 |
10372 |
11020 |
Troubled About Many Things |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
The verses of Emily Dickinson belong emphatically to what Emerson long since called "the Poetry of the Portfolio,"—something produced absolutely without the thought of publication, and solely by way of expression of the writer's own mind.\n A recluse by temperament and habit, literally spending years without setting her foot beyond the doorstep, and many more years during which her walks were strictly limited to her father's grounds, she habitually concealed her mind, like her person, from all but a very few friends; and it was with great difficulty that she was persuaded to print, during her lifetime, three or four poems. Yet she wrote verses in great abundance. (from the Introduction to Poems: Three Series, Complete, by Emily Dickinson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/troubled-about-many-things-by-emily-dickinson/ |
verses emily dickinson belong emphatically emerson long since called the poetry portfolio something produced absolutely without thought publication solely way expression writer s mind recluse temperament habit literally spending years without setting foot beyond doorstep many years walks strictly limited father s grounds habitually concealed mind like person friends great difficulty persuaded print lifetime three four poems yet wrote verses great abundance from introduction poems three series complete emily dickinson |
| 10425 |
10373 |
11021 |
Flaw in the Crystal |
May Sinclair |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction |
One of May Sinclair’s “uncanny” stories, this novella explores many of Sinclair’s most treasured themes: the bounds of marriage, the conflict between flesh and spirit, the complexity of human emotions in relation to other humans, the practical everyday implications of philosophical Idealism. In the story, when Agatha Verrall enters into an extra-marital affair with Rodney Lanyon, she struggles to keep the relationship on a spiritual plane without falling into the physical passion that she fears. To her astonishment, she discovers that she has an extraordinary paranormal ability to manipulate the psyches and even the physical states of the people around her. At first, she uses it in a way that seems harmless to her, coaxing the oblivious Rodney to visit her whenever she wants him. Before long, she learns that her powers have tremendous potential for good, for healing psychological disorders untouched by ordinary medicine. But the exercise of her Power leads to terrifying dangers for herself and her beneficiaries, proving that it might be beyond her ability to harness without vast harm. ( summary by Expatriate) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-flaw-in-the-crystal-by-may-sinclair/ |
one may sinclair s uncanny stories novella explores many sinclair s treasured themes bounds marriage conflict flesh spirit complexity human emotions relation humans practical everyday implications philosophical idealism story agatha verrall enters extra marital affair rodney lanyon struggles keep relationship spiritual plane without falling physical passion fears astonishment discovers extraordinary paranormal ability manipulate psyches even physical states people around her first uses way seems harmless her coaxing oblivious rodney visit whenever wants him long learns powers tremendous potential good healing psychological disorders untouched ordinary medicine exercise power leads terrifying dangers beneficiaries proving might beyond ability harness without vast harm summary expatriate p |
| 10426 |
10374 |
11022 |
Mummy and Miss Nitocris: A Phantasy of the Fourth Dimension |
George Griffith |
Science Fiction |
" Certain it should be that, beyond and about this World of Length, and Breadth, and Thickness, there is another World, or State of Existence, consisting of these and another dimension of which only those beings who are privileged to enter or dwell in it can have any conception. Now, if this postulate be granted, it follows that a dweller in this State would be freed from those conditions of Time and Space which bind those beings who are confined within the limits of Tri-Dimensional Space, or Existence. For example, he would be able to make himself visible or invisible to us at will by entering into or withdrawing himself from this State, and returning into that of Four Dimensions, whither our eyes could not follow him—even though he might be close to us in our sense of nearness. Moreover, he could be in two or more places at once, and cause two bodies to occupy the same space—which to us is inconceivable. Stranger still, he might be both alive and dead at the same time—since Past, Present, and Future would be all one to him; the world without beginning or end ..."—From the "Geometrical Possibilities," of Abd'el Kasir, of Cordoba, circa. 1050 A.D. ( from the Forward to <i>The Mummy and Miss Nitocris</i>) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-mummy-and-miss-nitocris-a-phantasy-of-the-fourth-dimension-by-george-griffith/ |
certain that beyond world length breadth thickness another world state existence consisting another dimension beings privileged enter dwell conception now postulate granted follows dweller state would freed conditions time space bind beings confined within limits tri dimensional space existence example would able make visible invisible us entering withdrawing state returning four dimensions whither eyes could follow him even though might close us sense nearness moreover could two places once cause two bodies occupy space which us inconceivable stranger still might alive dead time since past present future would one him world without beginning end from geometrical possibilities abd el kasir cordoba circa 1050 a d forward i the mummy miss nitocris i |
| 10427 |
10375 |
11023 |
Chronicles of Newgate Vol 2 |
Arthur Griffiths |
True Crime |
Good against evil; right versus wrong; the judicial system against the criminal world. The struggle is as old as mankind. Sometimes the lines are blurred as the 'good' punish the 'bad' - the warriors against crime have resorted not only to killing wrong-doers, but additionally subjecting them to "starvation or the withholding of fluid, by drowning, stoning, impaling or by exposing the wretched victims to the stings of insects or snakes." Newgate Prison was one of the most famous - or infamous - prisons in England from the middle ages until the nineteenth century. Griffiths, a prison administrator, takes us inside where we discover "man's inhumanity to man". Volume 2 picks up where Volume 1 left off. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-newgate-2-by-arthur-griffiths/ |
good evil right versus wrong judicial system criminal world struggle old mankind sometimes lines blurred good punish bad warriors crime resorted killing wrong doers additionally subjecting starvation withholding fluid drowning stoning impaling exposing wretched victims stings insects snakes newgate prison one famous infamous prisons england middle ages nineteenth century griffiths prison administrator takes us inside discover man s inhumanity man volume 2 picks volume 1 left off summary lynne thompson |
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11024 |
Modern Essays |
Christopher Morley |
Essays & Short Works |
Thirty three essays by more or less well-known authors of Britain, the United States, and Canada, each fronted by an introductory paragraph. Early twentieth or late nineteenth centuries. “I think I can offer you, in this parliament of philomaths [lover of learning], entertainment of the most genuine sort;…as brilliant and sincere work is being done to-day in the essay as in any period of our literature. Accordingly the pieces reprinted here are very diverse. There is the grand manner; there is foolery; there is straightforward literary criticism; there is pathos, politics, and the picturesque. But every selection is, in its own way, a work of art. And I would call the reader's attention to this: that the greater number of these essays were written not by retired æsthetes, but by practising journalists in the harness of the daily or weekly press.” The listener is alerted to the fact that some of the essays have been edited from the original, some lightly, others quite heavily. Published in 1921.\n( Author's Preface and david wales) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/modern-essays-by-christopher-morley/ |
thirty three essays less well known authors britain united states canada fronted introductory paragraph early twentieth late nineteenth centuries i think offer you parliament philomaths lover learning entertainment genuine sort as brilliant sincere work done to day essay period literature accordingly pieces reprinted diverse grand manner foolery straightforward literary criticism pathos politics picturesque every selection is way work art would call reader s attention this greater number essays written retired æsthetes practising journalists harness daily weekly press listener alerted fact essays edited original lightly others quite heavily published 1921 author s preface david wales |
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11025 |
Rainy Week (Dramatic Reading) |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Dramatic Readings |
Join this couple in their annual house party where the “guests” becoming unknowing “actors” in their beach house play “Rainy Week” (Linette Geisel). <br><br>“To be indeed absolutely explicit experience has proved, with an almost chemical accuracy, that, quite regardless of "age, sex, or previous condition of servitude," this particular combination of Romantic Passion, Psychic Austerity, Tragedy, Ambition, Poignancy, Innocence, And Irritation, cannot be housed together for even one Rainy Week without producing drama!” (Eleanor Hallowell Abbott)<br><br><b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator/Mrs. Mary Delville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br />\nMr. Jack Delville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br />\nVictoria Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/ 10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nPaul Brenswick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8086">Mark Chulsky</a><br />\nGeorge Keets: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nAnn Woltor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nClaude Kennilworth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nMay Davies: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9732">Gemma L Myers</a><br />\nAberner Rollins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br />\nAllan John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nDr. Brawne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br />\nSatellites: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br />\nYoung Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br />\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11059">Lauren-Emma Blake</a><br />\nDoctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br /><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br />\n<b>Proof listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br /><br> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rainy-week-dramatic-reading-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
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10378 |
11026 |
Bible Passages Collection 001 |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Bibles |
Librivox's Bible Passages Collection 001: a collection of passages, verses, and chapters from multiple public domain editions of the Holy Bible. - Summary by Kangaroo692 |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-passages-collection-001/ |
librivox s bible passages collection 001 collection passages verses chapters multiple public domain editions holy bible summary kangaroo692 |
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10379 |
11027 |
Astounding Stories 20, August 1931 |
Harry Bates |
Science Fiction |
This issue contains\nTHE DANGER FROM THE DEEP by Ralph Milne Farley\nMarooned on the Sea-Floor, His Hoisting Cable Cut, Young Abbot Is Left at the Mercy of the Man-Sharks<br>\n[BROOD OF THE DARK MOON PART 1 \n.We are not inlcuding this as this is the last full issue available. All 4 episodes are available in our catalogue].<br>\nIF THE SUN DIED by R.F Starzl\nTens of Millenniums After the Death of the Sun There Comes a Young Man Who Dares to Open the Frozen Gate of Subterranea.<br>\nTHE MIDGET FROM THE ISLAND by H.G. Winter\nGarth Howard, Prey to Half the Animals of the Forest, Fights Valiantly to Regain His Lost Five Feet of Size. A Complete Novelette.<br>\n"Jazzing up the Universe" A Science Fact<br>\nTHE MOON WEED by Harl Vincent\nUnwittingly the Traitor of the Earth, Van Pits Himself Against the Inexorably Tightening Web of Plant-Beasts He Has Released from the Moon.<br>\nTHE PORT OF MISSING PLANES by Captain S.P. Meek\nIn the Underground Caverns of the Selom, Dr. Bird Once Again Locks Wills with the Subversive Genius, Saranoff.<br>\n"A Classification of the Universe " A Science Fact<br>\nTHE READERS' CORNER ALL OF US\nA Meeting Place for Readers of Astounding Stories.<br>\n" A living disembodied heart" - Summary by Annise |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/astounding-stories-20-various/ |
issue contains danger deep ralph milne farley marooned sea floor hoisting cable cut young abbot left mercy man sharks br brood dark moon part 1 we inlcuding last full issue available 4 episodes available catalogue br sun died r f starzl tens millenniums death sun comes young man dares open frozen gate subterranea br midget island h g winter garth howard prey half animals forest fights valiantly regain lost five feet size complete novelette br jazzing universe science fact br moon weed harl vincent unwittingly traitor earth van pits inexorably tightening web plant beasts released moon br port missing planes captain s p meek underground caverns selom dr bird locks wills subversive genius saranoff br a classification universe science fact br readers corner us meeting place readers astounding stories br living disembodied heart summary annise |
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11028 |
Little Prudy's Sister Susy |
Rebecca Sophia Clarke |
Family |
Little Prudy’s Sister Suzy is the second book in the Little Prudy series. It follows three sisters, aged 3 to 8, through the Christmas break and the following months as they get into all kinds of situations. - Summary by TeeLee |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/little-prudys-sister-susy-by-rebecca-sophia-clarke/ |
little prudy s sister suzy second book little prudy series follows three sisters aged 3 8 christmas break following months get kinds situations summary teelee |
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11029 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 045 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
<p>Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include ancient Greek thinkers--Parmenides, Demosthenes, Euclid; William Lloyd Garrison and the National Anti-Slavery Convention; 19th and 20th century philosophers, sociologists, theologians and essayists--Bertrand Russell, Walter Rauschenbusch, Kierkegaard, N.F.S. Brundtvig, Frederik Sibbern, Hans Lassen Martensen, Oscar Wilde; science and invention--sunspots, paper making, aviation; and the shipwreck adventures of Alexander Selkirk, the real Robinson Crusoe. (summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>\n<i>Learning to Fly</i> by William James Jackman was co-authored by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12234">Thomas Herbert Russell</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12235">Octave Chanute</a>.<br>\n\n<i>Sibbern, Martensen, and Kierkegaard</i> by Fredrika Bremer was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/2609">Mary Howitt</a>.<br>\n\n<i>The Seerest of Prevost, Frederica Hauffe</i>, by Justinus Kerner was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12029">Catherine Crowe</a>.</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-045/ |
p eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include ancient greek thinkers parmenides demosthenes euclid william lloyd garrison national anti slavery convention 19th 20th century philosophers sociologists theologians essayists bertrand russell walter rauschenbusch kierkegaard n f s brundtvig frederik sibbern hans lassen martensen oscar wilde science invention sunspots paper making aviation shipwreck adventures alexander selkirk real robinson crusoe summary sue anderson br br i learning fly i william james jackman co authored a href https librivox org author 12234 thomas herbert russell a a href https librivox org author 12235 octave chanute a br i sibbern martensen kierkegaard i fredrika bremer translated a href https librivox org author 2609 mary howitt a br i the seerest prevost frederica hauffe i justinus kerner translated a href https librivox org author 12029 catherine crowe a p |
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11031 |
Paradis Perdu |
John Milton |
Epics |
Comme Virgile a développé l’épopée à célébrer l’origine de sa propre patrie, Milton l’a adaptée encore plus pour raconter l’origine du mal et le remède à la chute de l’homme; c’est ce sujet qu’il appelle “des choses qui n’ont encore été tentées ni en prose ni en vers.” L’auteur continue à combiner l’innovation et la tradition quand il débute le premier livre “in medias res” avec la visite au monde infernal (cf. Odyssée livre 11, l’Enéide livre 6), car la malice de Satan est le principe déterminant de l’action négative. Mais au centre du poème se trouve le triomphe du Fils de Dieu sur les anges rebelles, ce qui neutralise le projet nocif de Satan. Ce dessein de la conquête du mal par le bien se présage dans les deux conseils d’état: En enfer Satan s’engage à trouver et ruiner la nouvelle création lorsqu’au ciel le Fils s’offre comme sacrifice pour sauver l’homme avant que Satan ne l’ait corrompu.<br>\nAprès ces préliminaires, nous voyons Eden et “nos premiers parents.” Satan, découvert en train de les épier, est expulsé du jardin. Puis Dieu charge un ange d’expliquer à Adam et Ève l’histoire de la guerre au ciel, où a commencé le danger imminent. À la demande d’Adam, l’ange raconte la création du monde visible et surtout le développement naturel: Toute croissance se déroule de l’assimilation de la nourriture; le mangeur épure la pâture, non pas vice versa.<br>\nCependant, Satan, qui rentre dans le paradis sous forme de serpent, apprend à Ève à escroquer l’évolution: Il a trouvé un fruit magique qui peut la douer d’une puissance prodigieuse. Il prétend que ce fruit lui ait conféré et la raison et l’usage de la parole. Ève, qui imagine qu’Adam vient de sous-estimer sa fortitude morale, se permet d’oublier sa leçon récente et elle succombe à cette tentation. Puis, Adam, incapable d’imaginer la vie sans Ève (et sans avoir examiné des alternatives au péché), reçoit le fruit de sa femme et le goûte, lui aussi.<br>\nNéanmoins, le triomphe de Satan est éphémère, car malgré une nouvelle grand-route qui relie l’enfer au monde de l’homme, lui et ses disciples souffrent l’humiliation d’une annuelle métamorphose involontaire en serpents.<br>\nQuels que soient leurs motifs, Adam et Ève, tous les deux, ont désobéi au seul commandement de leur Créateur, et tous les deux sont condamnés à la mortalité et à l’expulsion du jardin. Cependant, avant qu’ils ne partent, Dieu leur accorde encore une leçon d’histoire, cette fois de l’avenir: le progrès du péché, l’avènement du Sauveur, et la croissance de l’église.<br>\nLa prose de Chateaubriand accorde avec la syntaxe de l’original assez bien, mais l’aspiration du traducteur à la clarté l’amene à l’occasion d’anéantir certains effets subtils de l’auteur.(Thomas Copeland)<br> |
French |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/le-paradis-perdu-by-john-milton/ |
comme virgile développé l épopée à célébrer l origine de sa propre patrie milton l a adaptée encore plus pour raconter l origine du mal et le remède à la chute de l homme c est ce sujet qu il appelle des choses qui n ont encore été tentées ni en prose ni en vers l auteur continue à combiner l innovation et la tradition quand il débute le premier livre in medias res avec la visite au monde infernal cf odyssée livre 11 l enéide livre 6 car la malice de satan est le principe déterminant de l action négative mais au centre du poème se trouve le triomphe du fils de dieu sur les anges rebelles ce qui neutralise le projet nocif de satan ce dessein de la conquête du mal par le bien se présage dans les deux conseils d état en enfer satan s engage à trouver et ruiner la nouvelle création lorsqu au ciel le fils s offre comme sacrifice pour sauver l homme avant que satan ne l ait corrompu br après ces préliminaires nous voyons eden et nos premiers parents satan découvert en train de les épier est expulsé du jardin puis dieu charge un ange d expliquer à adam et ève l histoire de la guerre au ciel où commencé le danger imminent à la demande d adam l ange raconte la création du monde visible et surtout le développement naturel toute croissance se déroule de l assimilation de la nourriture le mangeur épure la pâture non pas vice versa br cependant satan qui rentre dans le paradis sous forme de serpent apprend à ève à escroquer l évolution il trouvé un fruit magique qui peut la douer d une puissance prodigieuse il prétend que ce fruit lui ait conféré et la raison et l usage de la parole ève qui imagine qu adam vient de sous estimer sa fortitude morale se permet d oublier sa leçon récente et elle succombe à cette tentation puis adam incapable d imaginer la vie sans ève et sans avoir examiné des alternatives au péché reçoit le fruit de sa femme et le goûte lui aussi br néanmoins le triomphe de satan est éphémère car malgré une nouvelle grand route qui relie l enfer au monde de l homme lui et ses disciples souffrent l humiliation d une annuelle métamorphose involontaire en serpents br quels que soient leurs motifs adam et ève tous les deux ont désobéi au seul commandement de leur créateur et tous les deux sont condamnés à la mortalité et à l expulsion du jardin cependant avant qu ils ne partent dieu leur accorde encore une leçon d histoire cette fois de l avenir le progrès du péché l avènement du sauveur et la croissance de l église br la prose de chateaubriand accorde avec la syntaxe de l original assez bien mais l aspiration du traducteur à la clarté l amene à l occasion d anéantir certains effets subtils de l auteur thomas copeland br |
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11032 |
Hardtack and Coffee |
John Billings |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Hard Tack and Coffee: The Unwritten Story of Army Life (1887) is a memoir by John D. Billings, a veteran of the 10th Massachusetts Volunteer Light Artillery Battery in the American Civil War. Hard Tack and Coffee is not about battles, but rather about how the common Union soldiers of the Civil War lived in camp and on the march. It covers the details of regular soldier life, including enlisting, how soldiers were sheltered, Army rations, offenses and punishments, a day in camp, boxes from home, foraging , the army mule, hospitals and ambulances, clothing, breaking camp and marching, and other similar topics. Billings has been described as a skillful writer, both humorous and informative. The historian Henry Steele Commager called the work "one of the most entertaining of all civil war books". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/hardtack-and-coffee-by-john-billings/ |
hard tack coffee unwritten story army life 1887 memoir john d billings veteran 10th massachusetts volunteer light artillery battery american civil war hard tack coffee battles rather common union soldiers civil war lived camp march covers details regular soldier life including enlisting soldiers sheltered army rations offenses punishments day camp boxes home foraging army mule hospitals ambulances clothing breaking camp marching similar topics billings described skillful writer humorous informative historian henry steele commager called work one entertaining civil war books summary wikipedia |
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11033 |
New Idealism |
May Sinclair |
Modern |
The genius of May Sinclair lies in her brilliant bridging of the Victorian and the modern eras, in her determination never to become ossified in an outdated way of thought or of Art. Though a generation older than the famous literati of the postwar era, she clearly perceived what was worth saving of the old and what was worth embracing of the new. This is clear, of course, in her remarkable fiction, particularly in the astonishing “Life and Death of Harriet Frean,” “Mary Olivier,” and “Tree of Heaven,” in which she broke new ground in psychological and stream-of-consciousness fiction. It is also true, however, in her crystal-clear philosophical works, “In Defense of Idealism” and “The New Idealism.” Though philosophical Idealism had become passé to many in the new era of scientific and mathematical Realism, Sinclair saw an opportunity to transmute her beloved, hard-won philosophy into a new kind of Idealism, one which absorbed the valuable insights of realists such as Einstein, Samuel Alexander, Alfred North Whitehead, and Bertrand Russell rather than rejecting them, producing a keen-eyed new view of transcendence and mystical meaning in the Universe. ( Expatriate) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-idealism-by-may-sinclair/ |
genius may sinclair lies brilliant bridging victorian modern eras determination never become ossified outdated way thought art though generation older famous literati postwar era clearly perceived worth saving old worth embracing new clear course remarkable fiction particularly astonishing life death harriet frean mary olivier tree heaven broke new ground psychological stream of consciousness fiction also true however crystal clear philosophical works in defense idealism the new idealism though philosophical idealism become passé many new era scientific mathematical realism sinclair saw opportunity transmute beloved hard won philosophy new kind idealism one absorbed valuable insights realists einstein samuel alexander alfred north whitehead bertrand russell rather rejecting them producing keen eyed new view transcendence mystical meaning universe expatriate |
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11128 |
Dreamers and Other Poems |
Theodosia Garrison |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by New Jersey poet Theodosia Garrison. Ms. Garrison was a friend of Ella Wheeler Wilcox's, and attained a high level of popularity during her life time. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-dreamers-by-theodosia-garrison/ |
volume poetry new jersey poet theodosia garrison ms garrison friend ella wheeler wilcox s attained high level popularity life time summary carolin |
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10385 |
11034 |
Rainbow Valley (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Published 1900 onward |
Anne Shirley is grown up and married, and her six children are off having their own adventures with the Merediths - the four children of a widowed, absent-minded minister. Whether they're hiding a runaway home girl and plotting to save her from the orphanage or organizing a day of fasting to punish themselves for singing an awful song in the graveyard, their adventures and misadventures make this seventh <i>Anne</i> novel a different, but still delightful, story. Summary by Rachel<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>\nFaith Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>\nUna Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a><br>\nJerry Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a><br>\nCarl Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11263">DanielDeronda</a><br>\nMary Vance: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11014">Paula Priebe</a><br>\nJem Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>\nWalter Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>\nJohn Meredith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10977">Mark Crowle-Groves</a><br>\nRosemary West: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nAnne Blythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>\nSusan Baker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMiss Cornelia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a>\n<br><br>\nOther characters voiced by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11010">Ananda</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11279">aravagarwal</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10889">Lilith Branda</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10977">Mark Crowle-Groves</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11009">Heidi Hoerman</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11184">kellymcgee</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313">Rosalynn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional proof-listening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>.<br><br> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/rainbow-valley-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
anne shirley grown married six children adventures merediths four children widowed absent minded minister whether they re hiding runaway home girl plotting save orphanage organizing day fasting punish singing awful song graveyard adventures misadventures make seventh i anne i novel different still delightful story summary rachel br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br faith meredith a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br una meredith a href https librivox org reader 10791 gaby a br jerry meredith a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a br carl meredith a href https librivox org reader 11263 danielderonda a br mary vance a href https librivox org reader 11014 paula priebe a br jem blythe a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br walter blythe a href https librivox org reader 10422 eddy sherman a br john meredith a href https librivox org reader 10977 mark crowle groves a br rosemary west a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br anne blythe a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br susan baker a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br miss cornelia a href https librivox org reader 7026 michele eaton a br br characters voiced a href https librivox org reader 11010 ananda a a href https librivox org reader 11279 aravagarwal a a href https librivox org reader 10889 lilith branda a a href https librivox org reader 10977 mark crowle groves a a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a a href https librivox org reader 11009 heidi hoerman a a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a a href https librivox org reader 11184 kellymcgee a a href https librivox org reader 10313 rosalynn a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br br additional proof listening a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br br |
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10386 |
11035 |
Don Quixote, Vol. 1 (Ormsby Translation) |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Don Quixote is a Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. Published in two volumes, in 1605 and 1615, Don Quixote is considered the most influential work of literature from the Spanish Golden Age and the entire Spanish literary canon. As a founding work of modern Western literature and one of the earliest canonical novels, it regularly appears high on lists of the greatest works of fiction ever published.... The story follows the adventures of a hidalgo named Mr. Alonso Quixano who reads so many chivalric romances that he loses his sanity and decides to set out to revive chivalry, undo wrongs, and bring justice to the world, under the name Don Quixote de la Mancha. He recruits a simple farmer, Sancho Panza, as his squire, who often employs a unique, earthy wit in dealing with Don Quixote's rhetorical orations on antiquated knighthood. Don Quixote, in the first part of the book, does not see the world for what it is and prefers to imagine that he is living out a knightly story. Throughout the novel, Cervantes uses such literary techniques as realism, metatheatre, and intertextuality. It had a major influence on the literary community, as evidenced by direct references in Alexandre Dumas' The Three Musketeers (1844), Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884) and Edmond Rostand's Cyrano de Bergerac (1897), as well as the word "quixotic" and the epithet "Lothario." Arthur Schopenhauer cited Don Quixote as one of the four greatest novels ever written, along with Tristram Shandy, La Nouvelle Héloïse and Wilhelm Meister. ( Expatriate) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-vol-1-ormsby-translation-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
quixote spanish novel miguel de cervantes saavedra published two volumes 1605 1615 quixote considered influential work literature spanish golden age entire spanish literary canon founding work modern western literature one earliest canonical novels regularly appears high lists greatest works fiction ever published story follows adventures hidalgo named mr alonso quixano reads many chivalric romances loses sanity decides set revive chivalry undo wrongs bring justice world name quixote de la mancha recruits simple farmer sancho panza squire often employs unique earthy wit dealing quixote s rhetorical orations antiquated knighthood quixote first part book see world prefers imagine living knightly story throughout novel cervantes uses literary techniques realism metatheatre intertextuality major influence literary community evidenced direct references alexandre dumas three musketeers 1844 mark twain s adventures huckleberry finn 1884 edmond rostand s cyrano de bergerac 1897 well word quixotic epithet lothario arthur schopenhauer cited quixote one four greatest novels ever written along tristram shandy la nouvelle héloïse wilhelm meister expatriate |
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10387 |
11036 |
Marriage of Heaven and Hell (version 2) |
William Blake |
Poetry |
"The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom."<br><br>The Marriage of Heaven & Hell is William Blake’s masterpiece – a piously blasphemous reimagining of the duality of good and evil as an eternal dance of equally essential polarities.<br><br>Good, in Blake’s complex cosmology, is defined by a blind deference to the external, rational order embodied by the tyrant and the priest. Evil is the chaotic and revolutionary impulse that defies all reason and authority.<br><br>While Blake’s sympathies are clearly with the Romantic revolutionary, he argues for the necessity of both sides, which create balance through their eternal opposition. (Summary by PJ Taylor)</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-marriage-of-heaven-and-hell-by-william-blake-2/ |
the road excess leads palace wisdom br br the marriage heaven hell william blake s masterpiece piously blasphemous reimagining duality good evil eternal dance equally essential polarities br br good blake s complex cosmology defined blind deference external rational order embodied tyrant priest evil chaotic revolutionary impulse defies reason authority br br while blake s sympathies clearly romantic revolutionary argues necessity sides create balance eternal opposition summary pj taylor p |
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10388 |
11037 |
Flood |
John Clare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countryside and his lamentation of its disruption. His poetry underwent a major re-evaluation in the late 20th century, and he is now often considered to be among the most important 19th-century poets. His biographer Jonathan Bate states that Clare was "the greatest labouring-class poet that England has ever produced. No one has ever written more powerfully of nature, of a rural childhood, and of the alienated and unstable self". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-flood-by-john-clare/ |
john clare english poet son farm labourer came known celebratory representations english countryside lamentation disruption poetry underwent major re evaluation late 20th century often considered among important 19th century poets biographer jonathan bate states clare the greatest labouring class poet england ever produced one ever written powerfully nature rural childhood alienated unstable self summary wikipedia |
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10389 |
11038 |
Willows |
Bret Harte |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
The Willows is a parody on the verse of Edgar Allan Poe.<br/>\nFrancis Bret Harte was an American author and poet, best remembered for his short fiction featuring miners, gamblers, and other romantic figures of the California Gold Rush. In a career spanning more than four decades, he wrote poetry, fiction, plays, lectures, book reviews, editorials, and magazine sketches in addition to fiction. As he moved from California to the eastern U.S. to Europe, he incorporated new subjects and characters into his stories, but his Gold Rush tales have been most often reprinted, adapted, and admired. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-willows-by-bret-harte/ |
willows parody verse edgar allan poe br francis bret harte american author poet best remembered short fiction featuring miners gamblers romantic figures california gold rush career spanning four decades wrote poetry fiction plays lectures book reviews editorials magazine sketches addition fiction moved california eastern u s europe incorporated new subjects characters stories gold rush tales often reprinted adapted admired summary wikipedia |
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10398 |
11047 |
Youth's Coronal |
Hannah Flagg Gould |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry for children by Hannah Flagg Gould, containing several fables and other verses with a little moral. <br></br>"Accept, then, my young Friends, this new CORONAL of the little flowers of poesy which I have woven for you. When you shall have examined and scented it, and found no thorn to pierce—no juice or odor to poison you in its whole circle, wear it for the giver's sake; and enjoy it and profit by its healthful influences, for your own." - Summary by Carolin and H.F. Gould |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-youths-coronal-by-hannah-flagg-gould/ |
volume poetry children hannah flagg gould containing several fables verses little moral br br accept then young friends new coronal little flowers poesy woven you shall examined scented it found thorn pierce no juice odor poison whole circle wear giver s sake enjoy profit healthful influences own summary carolin h f gould |
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10390 |
11039 |
Leonorenlieder |
Johann Christian Günther |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von Liebesgedichten des deutschen Dichters Johann Christian Günther. Obwohl seine Lebensdaten in das barocke Zeitalter fallen, war Günther ein Vorläufer der Aufklärung. Goethe schreibt in <i>Dichtung und Wahrheit</i> über Günther, er sei "Ein entschiedenes Talent, begabt mit Sinnlichkeit, Einbildungskraft, Gedächtnis, Gabe des Fassens und Vergegenwärtigens, fruchtbar im höchsten Grade, rhythmisch bequem, geistreich, witzig und dabei vielfach unterrichtet; genug, er besaß alles, was dazu gehört, im Leben ein zweites Leben durch Poesie hervorzubringen, und zwar in dem gemeinen, wirklichen Leben." <br></br>Die Leonore im Titel dieses Buches ist Magdalena Eleonore Jachmann, die Liebe seines Lebens, und das Buch liest sich demnach auch wie eine Biographie dieser Liebe, über Höhepunkte, Trennungen und Untreue. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/leonorenlieder-by-johann-christian-guenther/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von liebesgedichten des deutschen dichters johann christian günther obwohl seine lebensdaten das barocke zeitalter fallen war günther ein vorläufer der aufklärung goethe schreibt i dichtung und wahrheit i über günther er sei ein entschiedenes talent begabt mit sinnlichkeit einbildungskraft gedächtnis gabe des fassens und vergegenwärtigens fruchtbar im höchsten grade rhythmisch bequem geistreich witzig und dabei vielfach unterrichtet genug er besaß alles dazu gehört im leben ein zweites leben durch poesie hervorzubringen und zwar dem gemeinen wirklichen leben br br die leonore im titel dieses buches ist magdalena eleonore jachmann die liebe seines lebens und das buch liest sich demnach auch wie eine biographie dieser liebe über höhepunkte trennungen und untreue summary carolin |
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10391 |
11040 |
Wolkenüberflaggt |
Ernst Wilhelm Lotz |
Poetry |
Ernst Wilhelm Lotz hat sich direkt zu Beginn des ersten Weltkrieges freiwillig gemeldet und fiel nach nur wenigen Wochen bei Bouconville in Frankreich. Er wurde keine 25 Jahre alt. Dieser Gedichtband enthält die letzten Gedichte von E.W. Lotz. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/wolkenueberflaggt-by-ernst-wilhelm-lotz/ |
ernst wilhelm lotz hat sich direkt zu beginn des ersten weltkrieges freiwillig gemeldet und fiel nach nur wenigen wochen bei bouconville frankreich er wurde keine 25 jahre alt dieser gedichtband enthält die letzten gedichte von e w lotz summary carolin |
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10392 |
11041 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 065 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox’s Short Story Collection 065: a collection of 20 short works of fiction in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-065-by-various/ |
librivox s short story collection 065 collection 20 short works fiction public domain read variety librivox members |
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10393 |
11042 |
Shropshire Lad (Version 3) |
A. E. Housman |
Single author |
Composed while Housman was living in London, and mostly before he even visited the county of Shropshire, A Shropshire Lad is a cycle of 63 poems which describe an idyllic rural existence, but with the main theme being young mens' early deaths. This led its popularity during the Second Boer War, and then later during WWI. - Summary by clarinetcarrot |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-shropshire-lad-version-3-by-a-e-housman/ |
composed housman living london mostly even visited county shropshire shropshire lad cycle 63 poems describe idyllic rural existence main theme young mens early deaths led popularity second boer war later wwi summary clarinetcarrot |
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10394 |
11043 |
Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States |
Charles Godfrey Leland |
Biography & Autobiography |
The book is a biography of Abraham Lincoln with emphasis on how his personality and beliefs impacted the history of the American Emancipation and its causes. The book is very well written, easy to read and includes incredible historical information being written by a man who was there during the civil war. He even fought in the war and was able to add his insight into the happenings from his own perspective. This book would add knowledge to anyone who really wants to know the truth about Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. - Summary by philip chenevert |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-and-the-abolition-of-slavery-in-the-united-states-by-charles-godfrey-leland/ |
book biography abraham lincoln emphasis personality beliefs impacted history american emancipation causes book well written easy read includes incredible historical information written man civil war even fought war able add insight happenings perspective book would add knowledge anyone really wants know truth abraham lincoln civil war summary philip chenevert |
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10395 |
11044 |
Confidence |
Henry James |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This light and somewhat awkward comedy centers on artist Bernard Longueville, scientist Gordon Wright, and the sometimes inscrutable heroine, Angela Vivian. The plot rambles through various romantic entanglements before reaching an uncomplicated, but still believable happy ending. (wikipedia) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/confidence-by-henry-james/ |
light somewhat awkward comedy centers artist bernard longueville scientist gordon wright sometimes inscrutable heroine angela vivian plot rambles various romantic entanglements reaching uncomplicated still believable happy ending wikipedia |
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10396 |
11045 |
Songs, Merry and Sad |
John Charles McNeill |
Poetry |
This is the only volume of poetry published during John Charles McNeill's lifetime, containing 59 of his 400+ poems. McNeill was considered the unofficial poet laureate of his home state North Carolina until this position was established officially after World War II. His poetry enjoys enduring popularity, and is favoured by teachers and students for its accessibility. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/songs-merry-and-sad-by-john-charles-mcneill/ |
volume poetry published john charles mcneill s lifetime containing 59 400 poems mcneill considered unofficial poet laureate home state north carolina position established officially world war ii poetry enjoys enduring popularity favoured teachers students accessibility summary carolin |
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10397 |
11046 |
Miracle, and Other Poems |
Virna Sheard |
Poetry |
This is the only volume of poetry by Canadian author Virna Sheard. In this volume, Ms Sheard shares all kinds of different emotions, and some stories. As the Boston Globe put it, "A study of The Miracle and Other Poems shows at once that the author is not merely a Canadian poet; her outlook and her range know little of time or place; she belongs to the readers of poetry at large." (quoted in Canadian poets and poetry (1916), JW Garvin, ed.) - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-miracle-and-other-poems-by-virna-sheard/ |
volume poetry canadian author virna sheard volume ms sheard shares kinds different emotions stories boston globe put it a study miracle poems shows author merely canadian poet outlook range know little time place belongs readers poetry large quoted canadian poets poetry 1916 jw garvin ed summary carolin |
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10400 |
11049 |
House of the Trees and Other Poems |
Ethelwyn Wetherald |
Single author |
<br />Agnes Ethelwyn Wetherald was a Canadian poet and journalist, published across Canada and the United States. She also worked as an editor for the Globe and was part of the editorial staff for The Advertiser in London, Ontario. This collection of short poems by Ms. Wetherald, as with most of her works, chiefly centers around the beauty of nature and the changing of seasons, with occasional brief departures suiting her mood at the time. - Summary by Wikipedia and Roger Melin<br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/house-of-the-trees-and-other-poems-by-ethelwyn-wetherald/ |
br agnes ethelwyn wetherald canadian poet journalist published across canada united states also worked editor globe part editorial staff advertiser london ontario collection short poems ms wetherald works chiefly centers around beauty nature changing seasons occasional brief departures suiting mood time summary wikipedia roger melin br br |
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10401 |
11051 |
ABC: Petits Contes |
Jules Lemaître |
Animals & Nature |
Jules Lemaître était un auteur qui aimait beaucoup les enfants. Pour préparer ce livre, il passait une grande partie de son temps à imaginer des petites histoires divertissantes et à les raconter ensuite aux enfants pour savoir si eux aussi les trouvaient intéressantes.\n\nCe livre est une collection de 25 petits contes, surtout amusants, mais parfois aussi un peu tristes et dont la plupart des protagonistes sont des animaux. Chaque titre commence par une autre lettre de l’alphabet (à l’exception de la lettre W qui manque). Lemaître faisait recours à cette petite astuce pour inciter les enfants à apprendre l'ABC et pour les aider à le retenir. |
French |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/abc-petits-contes-by-jules-lemaitre/ |
jules lemaître était un auteur qui aimait beaucoup les enfants pour préparer ce livre il passait une grande partie de son temps à imaginer des petites histoires divertissantes et à les raconter ensuite aux enfants pour savoir si eux aussi les trouvaient intéressantes ce livre est une collection de 25 petits contes surtout amusants mais parfois aussi un peu tristes et dont la plupart des protagonistes sont des animaux chaque titre commence par une autre lettre de l alphabet à l exception de la lettre w qui manque lemaître faisait recours à cette petite astuce pour inciter les enfants à apprendre l abc et pour les aider à le retenir |
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10402 |
11052 |
Soul or Rational Psychology |
Emanuel Swedenborg |
Psychology, Religion, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Swedenborg, Emanuel, 1688-1772, was born in Stockholm, Sweden and died in London, England. He was a voluminous writer of scientific treatises as well as prophetic works such as <i>Archana Caelestia</i> and <i>The Divine Providence</i>. He said he had encountered supranational agencies and communicated with angels. This is a recording of the 1849 translation of his 1743 book <i>The Soul or Rational Psychology</i> (<i>Regnum Animale, Pars Septima De Anima) Latin</i>. He took his cue from Aristotle's <i>De Anima</i>.\n\n<br><br><i>A few quotes</i><br>\nIt has been shown above that the harmonies themselves are innate with us, or that we perceive them without a teacher; as the sweetnesses of taste and smell, the symmetries of sound, the excellencies and beauties of nature; in a word, the very order of things or the harmony of modes, forces, substances, and forms. Thence also we may perceive the very truths of things, for these correspond to the order itself in nature; and this is the reason why order is called "the transcendental truth."\n<br>\nIn order that the human intellect may exist, it is necessary that the truths themselves be variegated and as it were modified by things mendacious, or true things with false, good with evil.\n<br>\nThere are as many worlds as there are terrestrial societies, and there are as many heavens as there are celestial societies. The love of society is both natural and acquired, for to live alone or to live without society is not to live, for whatever is one's own is not known as one's own except from others, or relatively. \n<br>\nWhen we strive for and desire what we love, and yet impossibilities interfere with our attaining our end, we call this state of desire hope, and it seems to be in the will viewed as an endeavour which these obstacles are preventing from coming forth into act and motion. Thus hope is not an affection of the mind, but of its will. For the will always endeavours to act, but so long as it is resisted does not act. Meanwhile it is affected by a certain hope, so that it remains balanced between action and inaction. Despair exists when we cut off hope; then also when, in the end itself, love and ambition, that is, the life and ardour of the mind, collapse and are as it were extinguished.\n<br>\nThere is a liberty of thinking and a liberty of acting; and in the middle between these two there is as it were the liberty of choosing <arbitrandt>, in which properly free will consists; and that our mind is not capable of ruling whether the objects of the senses and their exciting influences, both from the body and the world, shall flow in or not, but it is capable of choosing whether these sensations and excitements shall flow out and be determined into act."\n<br>\nThis third edition of the 1849 translation was published in 1914. Johann Friedrich Immanuel Tafel, 1796-1863 devoted himself to translating Swedenborg into German, and Frank Sewall, 1837-1915 into English. Sewall included a long introduction and three appendixes to Swedenborg's work. The introduction is included in this reading but the appendixes have been omitted. |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-or-rational-psychology-by-emanuel-swedenborg/ |
swedenborg emanuel 1688 1772 born stockholm sweden died london england voluminous writer scientific treatises well prophetic works i archana caelestia i i the divine providence i said encountered supranational agencies communicated angels recording 1849 translation 1743 book i the soul rational psychology i i regnum animale pars septima de anima latin i took cue aristotle s i de anima i br br i a quotes i br shown harmonies innate us perceive without teacher sweetnesses taste smell symmetries sound excellencies beauties nature word order things harmony modes forces substances forms thence also may perceive truths things correspond order nature reason order called the transcendental truth br order human intellect may exist necessary truths variegated modified things mendacious true things false good evil br many worlds terrestrial societies many heavens celestial societies love society natural acquired live alone live without society live whatever one s known one s except others relatively br strive desire love yet impossibilities interfere attaining end call state desire hope seems viewed endeavour obstacles preventing coming forth act motion thus hope affection mind will always endeavours act long resisted act meanwhile affected certain hope remains balanced action inaction despair exists cut hope also when end itself love ambition is life ardour mind collapse extinguished br liberty thinking liberty acting middle two liberty choosing arbitrandt properly free consists mind capable ruling whether objects senses exciting influences body world shall flow not capable choosing whether sensations excitements shall flow determined act br third edition 1849 translation published 1914 johann friedrich immanuel tafel 1796 1863 devoted translating swedenborg german frank sewall 1837 1915 english sewall included long introduction three appendixes swedenborg s work introduction included reading appendixes omitted |
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10403 |
11053 |
Christmas Outside Of Eden |
Coningsby Dawson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A delightful Christmas fantasy told with inimitable charm and delicate humor. It is "the story the robins tell as they huddle beneath the holly on the Eve of Christmas"—the sensation created by the birth of the first baby, among the animals on earth, the angels in heaven, and even in the mind of the surprised Almighty Himself. The conception of the Deity is a primitive one, as required by the nature of the tale, and the story should be read as a "myth-story." - Publisher's Advertisement |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-outside-of-eden-by-coningsby-dawson/ |
delightful christmas fantasy told inimitable charm delicate humor the story robins tell huddle beneath holly eve christmas the sensation created birth first baby among animals earth angels heaven even mind surprised almighty himself conception deity primitive one required nature tale story read myth story publisher s advertisement |
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10404 |
11054 |
Amores: Poems |
D. H. Lawrence |
Single author |
Amores is one of D. H. Lawrence's earliest works of poetry, published in 1916, was a precursor to his delving in free verse in later collections. The poems in this collection are characterized by haunting and dark themes, sensuousness and his controversial dealing with sexual topics. (Anusha Iyer) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/amores-poems-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
amores one d h lawrence s earliest works poetry published 1916 precursor delving free verse later collections poems collection characterized haunting dark themes sensuousness controversial dealing sexual topics anusha iyer |
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10405 |
11055 |
Letters From America |
Rupert Brooke |
Travel & Geography |
"[Rupert Brooke] started in May 1913 on a journey to the United States, Canada, and the South Seas, from which he returned next year at the beginning of June. The first thirteen chapters of this book were written as letters to the Westminster Gazette. He would probably not have republished them in their present form, as he intended to write a longer book on his travels; but they are now printed with only the correction of a few evident slips." The listener interested in Brooke's work may want to skip over Henry James' "so affectionate and desperately unintelligible a preface" (Christopher Morley in <i>Modern Essays</i>) and listen to those four tracks later. (Tracks 2 - 5) ( Book's Prefatory Note and david wales) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-america-by-rupert-brooke/ |
rupert brooke started may 1913 journey united states canada south seas returned next year beginning june first thirteen chapters book written letters westminster gazette would probably republished present form intended write longer book travels printed correction evident slips listener interested brooke s work may want skip henry james so affectionate desperately unintelligible preface christopher morley i modern essays i listen four tracks later tracks 2 5 book s prefatory note david wales |
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10406 |
11056 |
Explorer |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Literary Fiction |
An early novel by W. Somerset Maugham about conflicting feelings of self-integrity, filial love, romantic love. Lucy Allerton and Alec MacKenzie have to choose between grasping happiness that is their due and upholding a set of moral values that define themselves. - Summary by Lilith Branda |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-explorer-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
early novel w somerset maugham conflicting feelings self integrity filial love romantic love lucy allerton alec mackenzie choose grasping happiness due upholding set moral values define themselves summary lilith branda |
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10420 |
11070 |
Tschaikovsky And His Orchestral Music |
Louis Biancolli |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
Included in this little book are analyses and backgrounds of most of Tschaikowsky’s standard concert music. A short sketch of Tschaikowsky’s life precedes the section devoted to the orchestral music. Yet, the personal outlook and moods of Russia’s great composer are so inextricably bound up with his music, that actually the whole booklet is an account of his strangely tormented life. In the story of Tschaikowsky, life and art weave into one closely knit fabric. It is hoped that this simple narrative will aid music lovers to glimpse the great pathos and struggle behind the music of this sad and lonely man. - Summary by Author's Foreword |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/tschaikovsky-and-his-orchestral-music-by-louis-biancolli/ |
included little book analyses backgrounds tschaikowsky s standard concert music short sketch tschaikowsky s life precedes section devoted orchestral music yet personal outlook moods russia s great composer inextricably bound music actually whole booklet account strangely tormented life story tschaikowsky life art weave one closely knit fabric hoped simple narrative aid music lovers glimpse great pathos struggle behind music sad lonely man summary author s foreword |
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10407 |
11057 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 09: Gálatas |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
La carta de Pablo a los Gálatas fue dirigida a un grupo de iglesias de Galacia, una región de la Turquía moderna. Pablo había predicado el Evangelio en estas iglesias. Él escribió para contrarrestar a los que enseñan que los cristianos deben mantener la ley del Antiguo Testamento con el fin de ser aceptados por Dios. Pablo comenzó con una defensa de su autoridad apostólica, y luego dejó muy en claro que todos los verdaderos creyentes en Jesucristo, tanto judíos como gentiles, gozan de completa salvación mediante su fe Cristo. Pablo mostró cómo el Evangelio de la gracia conduce a la libertad y la vida piadosa. Tal vez el mensaje central de Gálatas se encuentra en 2:16: "una persona no está justificada por las obras de la ley sino por la fe en Jesucristo" Se cree que Pablo escribió esta carta entre los años 48 y el 58 DC. (Summary by Claudia Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-09-galatas-by-reina-valera/ |
la carta de pablo los gálatas fue dirigida un grupo de iglesias de galacia una región de la turquía moderna pablo había predicado el evangelio en estas iglesias él escribió para contrarrestar los que enseñan que los cristianos deben mantener la ley del antiguo testamento con el fin de ser aceptados por dios pablo comenzó con una defensa de su autoridad apostólica luego dejó muy en claro que todos los verdaderos creyentes en jesucristo tanto judíos como gentiles gozan de completa salvación mediante su fe cristo pablo mostró cómo el evangelio de la gracia conduce la libertad la vida piadosa tal vez el mensaje central de gálatas se encuentra en 2 16 una persona está justificada por las obras de la ley sino por la fe en jesucristo se cree que pablo escribió esta carta entre los años 48 el 58 dc summary claudia barrett |
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10408 |
11058 |
Windfall and Waterdrift |
Auberon Edward William Molyneux Herbert |
Single author |
<br />This little square book, the colour of meadow forget-me-nots, is so modest and simple that it may very easily be passed over in a period which has little sympathy with tenderness of feeling and simplicity of expression. The verses, of which this small volume is full, resemble the stornelli and rispetti of Italian songs rather than any kind of verse which has preceded them in English literature, unless it be the earliest and briefest songs of Robert Lytton, with which they have a certain kindred, both in their measure and in their themes. Auberon Herbert is known to the world as a daring and original thinker, a sociologist who lives three centuries before his time, a fearless preacher of new liberties and ideal creeds; in this tiny azure booklet he is also a poet, or, as he would rather himself say, a singer. The verse springs from the depths of his heart, and calls to those who, like himself, have loved and suffered and found nothing endure except the consolations of natural beauty. (Ouida, 1900) - Summary by Arthur Krolman<br /><br /> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/windfall-and-waterdrift-by-auberon-edward-william-molyneux-herbert/ |
br this little square book colour meadow forget me nots modest simple may easily passed period little sympathy tenderness feeling simplicity expression verses small volume full resemble stornelli rispetti italian songs rather kind verse preceded english literature unless earliest briefest songs robert lytton certain kindred measure themes auberon herbert known world daring original thinker sociologist lives three centuries time fearless preacher new liberties ideal creeds tiny azure booklet also poet or would rather say singer verse springs depths heart calls who like himself loved suffered found nothing endure except consolations natural beauty ouida 1900 summary arthur krolman br br |
| 10462 |
10409 |
11059 |
Ballady i Romanse |
Adam Mickiewicz |
Ballads |
Świat Ballad i Romansów, choć jak najbardziej rzeczywisty, o określonym miejscu na mapie i w dziejach, tchnie ludową wyobraźnią, niepokojącą, tajemniczą i groźną cudownością. W świecie tym niezywkłe siły i istoty, jak rusałki, zmory lub diabły, maniestują swą obecność w codzienności ludzi.<br><br>Wydane w Wilnie w roku 1822 Ballady i Romanse to pierwsze dzieło polskiego romantyzmu. To zbiór niezwykłych, wzruszających, nieraz mrocznych lub smutnych, a niekiedy komicznych i dowcipnych historii. (Summary by Farelka) |
Polish |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/ballady-i-romanse-by-adam-mickiewicz/ |
świat ballad romansów choć jak najbardziej rzeczywisty określonym miejscu na mapie w dziejach tchnie ludową wyobraźnią niepokojącą tajemniczą groźną cudownością w świecie tym niezywkłe siły istoty jak rusałki zmory lub diabły maniestują swą obecność w codzienności ludzi br br wydane w wilnie w roku 1822 ballady romanse pierwsze dzieło polskiego romantyzmu zbiór niezwykłych wzruszających nieraz mrocznych lub smutnych niekiedy komicznych dowcipnych historii summary farelka |
| 10463 |
10410 |
11060 |
Summer |
Christina Rossetti |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Christina Georgina Rossetti was an English poet who wrote a variety of romantic, devotional, and children's poems. She is famous for writing Goblin Market and Remember, and the words of the Christmas carol In the Bleak Midwinter.\nRossetti was educated at home by her mother and father, who had her study religious works, classics, fairy tales and novels. Rossetti delighted in the works of Keats, Scott, Ann Radcliffe and Matthew Lewis. The influence of the work of Dante Alighieri, Petrarch and other Italian writers filled the home and would have a deep impact on Rossetti's later writing. Their home was open to visiting Italian scholars, artists and revolutionaries. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/summer-by-christina-rossetti/ |
christina georgina rossetti english poet wrote variety romantic devotional children s poems famous writing goblin market remember words christmas carol bleak midwinter rossetti educated home mother father study religious works classics fairy tales novels rossetti delighted works keats scott ann radcliffe matthew lewis influence work dante alighieri petrarch italian writers filled home would deep impact rossetti s later writing home open visiting italian scholars artists revolutionaries summary wikipedia |
| 10464 |
10411 |
11061 |
Song-Surf |
Cale Young Rice |
Poetry |
This is the third volume of poetry written by Kentucky poet Cale Young Rice, published in 1900. The volume contains several poems written during his journey to Asia, in different cities in Japan, as well as religious reflections and songs. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/song-surf-by-cale-young-rice/ |
third volume poetry written kentucky poet cale young rice published 1900 volume contains several poems written journey asia different cities japan well religious reflections songs summary carolin |
| 10465 |
10412 |
11062 |
Fires of Driftwood |
Isabel Ecclestone Mackay |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry by Canadian poet and playwright Isabel Ecclestone Mackay. Though Ms. Mackay's poetry was popular and widely published during her lifetime, her poetry is today not very well-known. Her poetry is, however, of an enduring charm and beauty, which should not fail to interest modern readers. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/fires-of-driftwood-by-isabel-ecclestone-mackay/ |
collection poetry canadian poet playwright isabel ecclestone mackay though ms mackay s poetry popular widely published lifetime poetry today well known poetry is however enduring charm beauty fail interest modern readers summary carolin |
| 10466 |
10413 |
11063 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 06: Josué |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Los cinco libros de Moisés anticiparon el cumplimiento de la promesa de Dios a Abraham con respecto a la tierra prometida. Ahora (alrededor de 1400 aC) a través de una serie de victorias militares bajo el mando de Josué, Israel conquistó la tierra, que se distribuiría de acuerdo a las doce tribus. En estas batallas se hizo evidente que Dios pelea por su pueblo cuando son "fuertes y valientes" y ponen su plena confianza en él. Al finalizar el libro Joshua manda expresamente al pueblo a permanecer fiel a Dios y obedecer sus mandamientos y la gente estuvo de acuerdo en hacerlo. "En cuanto a mí y mi casa", dijo Joshua, "vamos a servir al Señor '. Aunque en el anonimato, el libro parece contener testimonios de testigos, algunos de los cuales pueden haber sido escritos por el propio Josué. Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-06-josue-by-reina-valera/ |
los cinco libros de moisés anticiparon el cumplimiento de la promesa de dios abraham con respecto la tierra prometida ahora alrededor de 1400 ac través de una serie de victorias militares bajo el mando de josué israel conquistó la tierra que se distribuiría de acuerdo las doce tribus en estas batallas se hizo evidente que dios pelea por su pueblo cuando son fuertes valientes ponen su plena confianza en él al finalizar el libro joshua manda expresamente al pueblo permanecer fiel dios obedecer sus mandamientos la gente estuvo de acuerdo en hacerlo en cuanto mí mi casa dijo joshua vamos servir al señor aunque en el anonimato el libro parece contener testimonios de testigos algunos de los cuales pueden haber sido escritos por el propio josué summary claudia barrett |
| 10467 |
10414 |
11064 |
Odes and Sonnets |
Clark Ashton Smith |
Single author |
Clark Ashton Smith, nicknamed one of the "big three" of Weird Tales (the famous pulp fiction magazine), was also a romantic-style poet, contributor to the Cthulhu Mythos and a literary friend of H.P Lovecraft. As a poet, he was considered one of the last great West Coast Romantics.\nPublished in 1918, prefaced by his mentor George Sterling and illustrated with Decadent movement-inspired embellishments by Florence Lundborg, this volume contains material republished from his 1912 collection and later included in his 1922 poetry compilation. (Summary by Mary Kay) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/odes-and-sonnets-by-clark-ashton-smith/ |
clark ashton smith nicknamed one big three weird tales the famous pulp fiction magazine also romantic style poet contributor cthulhu mythos literary friend h p lovecraft poet considered one last great west coast romantics published 1918 prefaced mentor george sterling illustrated decadent movement inspired embellishments florence lundborg volume contains material republished 1912 collection later included 1922 poetry compilation summary mary kay |
| 10468 |
10415 |
11065 |
Political Ideals |
Bertrand Russell |
Political Science |
This is a book by the famous 20th century British philosopher Bertrand Russell on Political Ideals. It was written during the course of World War 1 and contains a critique on the politico economic situation of then Europe. What is interesting is that some of his beliefs are still relevant today. (Summary by Sid) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/political-ideals-by-bertrand-russell/ |
book famous 20th century british philosopher bertrand russell political ideals written course world war 1 contains critique politico economic situation europe interesting beliefs still relevant today summary sid |
| 10469 |
10416 |
11066 |
New Paris |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Children's Fiction |
This is an Alice in Wonderland-like story by German classical author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It is taken from his Autobiography "Dichtung und Wahrheit" and recounts a story which Goethe says to have made up for the amusement of his friends. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-paris-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
alice wonderland like story german classical author johann wolfgang von goethe taken autobiography dichtung und wahrheit recounts story goethe says made amusement friends summary carolin |
| 10470 |
10417 |
11067 |
Rulers of the Lakes |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
"The Rulers of the Lakes" is a complete story, but it is also the third volume of the French and Indian War Series, following "The Hunters of the Hills" and "The Shadow of the North." Robert Lennox, Tayoga, Willet, and all the important characters in the earlier romances reappear. - Summary by the Foreword |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-rulers-of-the-lakes-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
the rulers lakes complete story also third volume french indian war series following the hunters hills the shadow north robert lennox tayoga willet important characters earlier romances reappear summary foreword |
| 10471 |
10418 |
11068 |
Ludwig Van Beethoven |
Pitts Sanborn |
Music |
The late Pitts Sanborn wrote this booklet under the title Beethoven and his Nine Symphonies... I have left Mr. Sanborn’s pages on the symphonies virtually intact and have only expanded the work a little by incorporating here and there matter about other major works of Beethoven’s, especially some of the concertos, overtures, piano and vocal works, besides certain of the greater specimens of his chamber music.,,, I have followed it in order to supply a rather fuller picture of the composer’s creative achievements. - Summary by Editor's Note (Herbert F. Peyser) |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/ludwig-van-beethoven-by-pitts-sanborn/ |
late pitts sanborn wrote booklet title beethoven nine symphonies left mr sanborn s pages symphonies virtually intact expanded work little incorporating matter major works beethoven s especially concertos overtures piano vocal works besides certain greater specimens chamber music followed order supply rather fuller picture composer s creative achievements summary editor s note herbert f peyser |
| 10472 |
10419 |
11069 |
Johann Sebastian Bach |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography |
Compared with the unimaginable richness of his inner life as the overpowering volume and splendor of his works reveal it, Bach’s day-to-day existence seems almost pedestrian.... The present volume, which advances no claim whatever to any new or original slant, aims to do no more than furnish for those who read and run a meager background of a few isolated highspots in Bach’s outward life and a momentary sideglance at a tiny handful of his supreme creations. Its object will have been more than accomplished if in any manner it stimulates a radio listener to deepen his acquaintance with Bach’s immeasurable art. - Summary by Author's Foreword |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/johann-sebastian-bach-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
compared unimaginable richness inner life overpowering volume splendor works reveal it bach s day to day existence seems almost pedestrian present volume advances claim whatever new original slant aims furnish read run meager background isolated highspots bach s outward life momentary sideglance tiny handful supreme creations object accomplished manner stimulates radio listener deepen acquaintance bach s immeasurable art summary author s foreword |
| 10473 |
10421 |
11071 |
Thousandth Woman |
E. W. Hornung |
Detective Fiction |
E. W. Hornung was an English author and poet best known for writing the A. J. Raffles series of stories about a gentleman thief in late 19th-century London. Some of Hornung's novels, including The Thousandth Woman, are notable for "portraying women in a rather modern, favorable light", according a critic. In The Thousandth Woman, the title character staunchly stands by the man she loves after he is accused of murder. This novel, published shortly before the outbreak of World War I, is one of Hornung’s final works of fiction. ( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-thousandth-woman-by-e-w-hornung/ |
e w hornung english author poet best known writing a j raffles series stories gentleman thief late 19th century london hornung s novels including thousandth woman notable portraying women rather modern favorable light according critic thousandth woman title character staunchly stands man loves accused murder novel published shortly outbreak world war i one hornung s final works fiction lee smalley |
| 10474 |
10422 |
11072 |
Freiwerber |
Otto Roquette |
Romance |
Dies ist die Geschichte von Friedrich Stievel, Konrektor am örtlichen Gymnasium. Friedrich ist ein außerordentlich schüchterner Mensch, und braucht deswegen dringend die Hilfe seines Freundes Theobald Spaatz, als er um die Hand der schönen Berta anhalten möchte. Theobald scheint aber seiner Rolle als Freiwerber nicht so ganz gewachsen zu sein... - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/der-freiwerber-by-otto-roquette/ |
dies ist die geschichte von friedrich stievel konrektor örtlichen gymnasium friedrich ist ein außerordentlich schüchterner mensch und braucht deswegen dringend die hilfe seines freundes theobald spaatz als er um die hand der schönen berta anhalten möchte theobald scheint aber seiner rolle als freiwerber nicht ganz gewachsen zu sein summary carolin |
| 10475 |
10423 |
11073 |
Maigraf |
Otto Roquette |
General Fiction |
Rambert hat sich bei der ersten Gelegenheit der Armee angeschlossen und ist einige Jahre durch das Land gezogen. Als der Krieg aber vorbei ist, kommt er zurück nach Hildesheim und muss sich einer schwierigen Realität stellen: sein Vater ist inzwischen verstorben, und er soll den Familienbetrieb übernehmen. Das Kleinstadtleben passt Rambert aber eigentlich gar nicht, und als die schöne Richilde ihn auch noch abweist, fasst er den Entschluss, so schnell wie möglich wieder zu verschwinden. Der alte Meusel und sein Bruder Dr. Musculus haben aber noch ein Ass im Ärmel, um Rambert doch noch zum Bleiben zu bewegen... - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/der-maigraf-by-otto-roquette/ |
rambert hat sich bei der ersten gelegenheit der armee angeschlossen und ist einige jahre durch das land gezogen als der krieg aber vorbei ist kommt er zurück nach hildesheim und muss sich einer schwierigen realität stellen sein vater ist inzwischen verstorben und er soll den familienbetrieb übernehmen das kleinstadtleben passt rambert aber eigentlich gar nicht und als die schöne richilde ihn auch noch abweist fasst er den entschluss schnell wie möglich wieder zu verschwinden der alte meusel und sein bruder dr musculus haben aber noch ein ass im ärmel um rambert doch noch zum bleiben zu bewegen summary carolin |
| 10476 |
10424 |
11074 |
Crescent Moon |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Single author, Lyric |
This is a wonderful collection of lyrical poetry and poetry in prose by India's most well-known poet, Rabindranath Tagore, whose book Gitanjali shot him to fame in the west. Originally written in Bengali, the poet himself translated the book into English. Most of the poems in The Crescent Moon focus on the love in a mother-child relationship and its development over the years as the child grows up, with a lot of nature imagery sprinkled in the verses. There are a lot of beautiful visual references to his homeland, India. - Summary by Anusha Iyer |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-crescent-moon-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
wonderful collection lyrical poetry poetry prose india s well known poet rabindranath tagore whose book gitanjali shot fame west originally written bengali poet translated book english poems crescent moon focus love mother child relationship development years child grows up lot nature imagery sprinkled verses lot beautiful visual references homeland india summary anusha iyer |
| 10477 |
10425 |
11075 |
Deal in Wheat and other Stories of the New and Old West |
Frank Norris |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
This collection of Frank Norris' stories was published after his death in 1902. These stories range in topic from the machinations of the commodities market in Chicago in "A Deal in Wheat" to a desperate race for love in "The Riding of Felipe." "A Deal in Wheat" contains the kernel of Norris' last novel <u>The Pit</u>. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/a-deal-in-wheat-and-other-stories-by-frank-norris/ |
collection frank norris stories published death 1902 stories range topic machinations commodities market chicago a deal wheat desperate race love the riding felipe a deal wheat contains kernel norris last novel u the pit u summary w jenkins |
| 10478 |
10426 |
11076 |
From Pillar to Post |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
I could not let these random notes of a delightful experience go forth into the world without expressing in some way my deep appreciation of the valued services rendered me in my ten years of platform work by my friends of the Lyceum Bureaus. In office and in the field they have labored strenuously, often affectionately, and always loyally, on my behalf. But for their interest some of the most cherished experiences of my life would have been beyond my reach. If sometimes in their zeal to keep me busy they have booked me in Winnipeg on Monday night, in New Orleans on Tuesday night, with little side-trips to San Diego, California, and Presque Isle, Maine, on Wednesday and Thursday, not to mention grand finales at Omaha and Key West on Friday and Saturday, I view that sequence rather as a tribute to my agility than as a matter to be unduly captious about. It is a manifestation of a confidence in my powers to overcome the limitations of time and space that I think upon with an expanding head, if not with a swelling heart, and whether this required annihilation of distance has been wholly agreeable or not it has enabled me to see more of my own country than I otherwise could have\nseen, and to that extent, I hope, has made a better American of me. - Summary from the author's preface |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/from-pillar-to-post-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
could let random notes delightful experience go forth world without expressing way deep appreciation valued services rendered ten years platform work friends lyceum bureaus office field labored strenuously often affectionately always loyally behalf interest cherished experiences life would beyond reach sometimes zeal keep busy booked winnipeg monday night new orleans tuesday night little side trips san diego california presque isle maine wednesday thursday mention grand finales omaha key west friday saturday view sequence rather tribute agility matter unduly captious about manifestation confidence powers overcome limitations time space think upon expanding head swelling heart whether required annihilation distance wholly agreeable enabled see country otherwise could seen extent hope made better american me summary author s preface |
| 10479 |
10427 |
11077 |
Moral Letters, Vol. II |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Essays & Short Works, Ancient |
This is the second volume of the Letters, Epistles LXVI-XCII. Among the personalities of the early Roman Empire there are few who offer to the readers of to-day such dramatic interest as does Lucius Annaeus Seneca, the author of the Epistles. These letters, written by Seneca towards the end of his life, are all addressed to his friend Lucilius, who, at the time when these letters were written, was a procurator in Sicily. The form of this work, as Bacon says, is a collection of essays rather than of letters. Summary paraphrased from the Introduction in Volume 1 by Suprad. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/moral-letters-vol-2-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
second volume letters epistles lxvi xcii among personalities early roman empire offer readers to day dramatic interest lucius annaeus seneca author epistles letters written seneca towards end life addressed friend lucilius who time letters written procurator sicily form work bacon says collection essays rather letters summary paraphrased introduction volume 1 suprad |
| 10480 |
10428 |
11078 |
Andromeda, and Other Poems |
Charles Kingsley |
Poetry |
This is a collection of the most famous poems of Charles Kingsley. Kingsley was an extremely versatile man, Wikipedia lists him as "broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian and novelist. He is particularly associated with Christian socialism, the working men's college, and forming labour cooperatives that failed but led to the working reforms of the progressive era. He was a friend and correspondent with Charles Darwin." All those varied interests and backgrounds are reflected in his poetry, which is as versatile as the author himself. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/andromeda-and-other-poems-by-charles-kingsley/ |
collection famous poems charles kingsley kingsley extremely versatile man wikipedia lists broad church priest church england university professor social reformer historian novelist particularly associated christian socialism working men s college forming labour cooperatives failed led working reforms progressive era friend correspondent charles darwin varied interests backgrounds reflected poetry versatile author himself summary carolin |
| 10481 |
10429 |
11079 |
Rose Leaf and Apple Leaf |
Rennell Rodd |
Poetry |
This is the first volume of poetry published by Rennell Rodd, British diplomat, poet and politician. Rodd received help publishing this volume from his friend Oscar Wilde, who also wrote the introduction for this volume. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/rose-leaf-and-apple-leaf-by-rennell-rodd/ |
first volume poetry published rennell rodd british diplomat poet politician rodd received help publishing volume friend oscar wilde also wrote introduction volume summary carolin |
| 10482 |
10430 |
11080 |
'Twixt Earth and Stars |
Radclyffe Hall |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Radclyffe Hall. The poet and novelist led a highly scandalous lifestyle for the norms of her contemporary society, living openly lesbian in Germany and England. Some of the poems in this volume are also love poems to other women, a fact which was not generally known at the time the book was published. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/twixt-earth-and-stars-by-radclyffe-hall/ |
volume poetry radclyffe hall poet novelist led highly scandalous lifestyle norms contemporary society living openly lesbian germany england poems volume also love poems women fact generally known time book published summary carolin |
| 10483 |
10431 |
11081 |
White Elephant And Other Tales from Old India Retold |
Georgene Faulkner |
Short Stories, Family, General |
This book is a collection of short stories from India. - Summary by sid |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-elephant-and-other-tales-from-old-india-retold-by-georgene-faulkner/ |
book collection short stories india summary sid |
| 10484 |
10432 |
11082 |
Way It Came |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Best known under the title "The Friends Of The Friends" and chosen under that title for his classic fantasy anthology "Black Water" by Alberto Manguel as one of the best ghost stories ever written, this "ghost" story (that is, if it is "a ghost story") is a profound psychological observation of a love transcending death - also a detailed exploration of the min of the woman who would rather have her love right here in life. Echoing "The Turn Of The Screw" in its treatment of the supernatural as psychological, it turns the tables by making the supernatural consummately "real" - at least in the mind of one who loves. To find out how, listen on. - Summary by Tony Addison</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-it-came-by-henry-james/ |
best known title the friends friends chosen title classic fantasy anthology black water alberto manguel one best ghost stories ever written ghost story that is a ghost story profound psychological observation love transcending death also detailed exploration min woman would rather love right life echoing the turn screw treatment supernatural psychological turns tables making supernatural consummately real least mind one loves find how listen on summary tony addison p |
| 10485 |
10433 |
11083 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 026 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-026-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 10486 |
10434 |
11084 |
Jolly Corner (Version 2) |
Henry James |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
"A miraculous masterpiece" it seemed to Henry James, who wrote it. What actually happens in this most remarkable story (though at one level, it is quite clear - a ghost appears) must ever remain unresolved. Stalked by an alternative self in his childhood home, abandoned by him for more than thirty years, the narrator must find his hidden Hyde, incorporate all the violent possibility he represents into his all too impressionable psyche and still go on living. How? That is the question. Well, Cecilia de Noel has the answer. Check out her alternative conclusion, read by David Wales, <a href="http://librivox.org/cecilia-de-noel-by-mary-elizabeth-hawker/" rel="nofollow">here</a>. (Summary by Tony Addison) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-jolly-corner-by-henry-james-2/ |
a miraculous masterpiece seemed henry james wrote it actually happens remarkable story though one level quite clear ghost appears must ever remain unresolved stalked alternative self childhood home abandoned thirty years narrator must find hidden hyde incorporate violent possibility represents impressionable psyche still go living how question well cecilia de noel answer check alternative conclusion read david wales a href http librivox org cecilia de noel by mary elizabeth hawker rel nofollow here a summary tony addison |
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10435 |
11085 |
Principles of Political Economy |
J. Laurence Laughlin |
Business & Economics |
<i>The Principles of Political Economy</i>, first published in 1848, was one of the most important texts on the subject of economy at that time. It is broken up into five books; Production, Distribution, Exchange, Influence of the Progress of Society on Production and Influence of Government. \nThis version is an abridged text book edited by J. Laurence Laughlin, and was used at the college level.\n(Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/principles-of-political-economy-by-john-stuart-mill/ |
i the principles political economy i first published 1848 one important texts subject economy time broken five books production distribution exchange influence progress society production influence government version abridged text book edited j laurence laughlin used college level summary ann boulais |
| 10488 |
11248 |
11913 |
Songs Ysame |
Albion Fellows Bacon |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry written by the sisters Albion Fellows Bacon and Annie Fellows Johnston. Both of the sisters reached quite a level of fame in their own right, Ms Bacon primarily as a social reformer and Ms Johnston as an author of children's books. In this volume of poetry, they bring their two sets of skills together to write beautiful verses. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/songs-ysame-by-annie-fellows-johnston-and-albion-fellows-bacon/ |
volume poetry written sisters albion fellows bacon annie fellows johnston sisters reached quite level fame right ms bacon primarily social reformer ms johnston author children s books volume poetry bring two sets skills together write beautiful verses summary carolin |
| 10489 |
10437 |
11087 |
Poems |
George Murray |
Single author |
George Murray was a British poet, translator and scholar who lived out most of his life in Canada, where he was a classics master at a Montreal high school. In this collection, intermixed with his own original poetry, are Murray's translations of works by popular French poets like Victor Hugo, Alphonse de Lamartine, Alfred de Musset, Gérard de Nerval and Théophile Gautier, along with selections from Greek, Latin, Swedish and German authors. The volume was edited by "the grand old man of Canadian letters" and <i>Montreal Gazette</i> literary editor John Reade, who also provided the prefatory biographical memoir. - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-george-murray/ |
george murray british poet translator scholar lived life canada classics master montreal high school collection intermixed original poetry murray s translations works popular french poets like victor hugo alphonse de lamartine alfred de musset gérard de nerval théophile gautier along selections greek latin swedish german authors volume edited the grand old man canadian letters i montreal gazette i literary editor john reade also provided prefatory biographical memoir summary tomas peter |
| 10490 |
10438 |
11088 |
Comfort in the Night |
Jean Ingelow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jean Ingelow was an English poet and novelist. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/comfort-in-the-night-by-jean-ingelow/ |
jean ingelow english poet novelist summary wikipedia |
| 10491 |
10439 |
11089 |
I Am The World |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Dora Maria Sigerson Shorter was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter. She was a major figure of the Irish Literary Revival, publishing many collections of poetry from 1893. Her friends included Katharine Tynan, Rose Kavanagh and Alice Furlong, writers and poets. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/i-am-the-world-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
dora maria sigerson shorter irish poet sculptor marriage 1895 wrote name dora sigerson shorter major figure irish literary revival publishing many collections poetry 1893 friends included katharine tynan rose kavanagh alice furlong writers poets summary wikipedia |
| 10492 |
10440 |
11090 |
Reign of Queen Anne, Volume I |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military |
Anne Stuart (1665-1714), Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland, succeeded William III to the throne in 1702. She was the daughter of the deposed Catholic king, James II, but was of the Anglican faith. Liberal, Irish member of Parliament, Justin McCarthy, writing in 1902, creates in sparkling, uncluttered prose a panoramic canvas of Anne and her times. In the first of the two volumes, the brilliant commander, the Duke of Marlborough, defeats the French and Bavarians at the Battle of Blenheim, while the flagship of the admiral of the fleet, Sir Cloudesley Shovell, strikes the rocks near the Isles of Scilly and is lost with all eight hundred hands. We are at street level in rowdy London with its aristocratic bully boys, the Mohocks, its coffee houses, and its theaters. We meet the great Tories, Harley and Bolingbroke, and encounter the satiric spirit who haunts it all, Jonathan Swift. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-reign-of-queen-anne-volume-i-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
anne stuart 1665 1714 queen england scotland ireland succeeded william iii throne 1702 daughter deposed catholic king james ii anglican faith liberal irish member parliament justin mccarthy writing 1902 creates sparkling uncluttered prose panoramic canvas anne times first two volumes brilliant commander duke marlborough defeats french bavarians battle blenheim flagship admiral fleet sir cloudesley shovell strikes rocks near isles scilly lost eight hundred hands street level rowdy london aristocratic bully boys mohocks coffee houses theaters meet great tories harley bolingbroke encounter satiric spirit haunts all jonathan swift pamela nagami |
| 10493 |
10441 |
11091 |
Joseph Haydn; Servant And Master |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
Haydn, barring a few hardships in his youth, lived an extraordinarily fortunate life and had abundant reason for the optimism which marked every step of his progress.... Haydn was a master by the grace of Heaven and a servant only by the artificial conventions of a temporary social order... About the vast number of symphonies, the magnificent string quartets, the clavier works, the songs there can here be no question. - Summary by Author's Foreword |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/joseph-haydn-servant-and-master-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
haydn barring hardships youth lived extraordinarily fortunate life abundant reason optimism marked every step progress haydn master grace heaven servant artificial conventions temporary social order vast number symphonies magnificent string quartets clavier works songs question summary author s foreword |
| 10494 |
10442 |
11092 |
George Frideric Handel |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
Handel’s long career resembles a gigantic tapestry, so bewilderingly crowded with detail, so filled with turmoil and vicissitude, with vast achievements, extremes of good and ill fortune, and unending comings and goings that any attempt to force even a small part of it into the frame of a tiny, unpretentious booklet of the present sort is as hopeless as it is presumptuous.... Handel was time and again a composer of exquisitely delicate colorations, and sensuous style, not to say a largely unsuspected master of many subtle intricacies of rhythm. The present pamphlet, wholly without originality or novelty of approach, may, perchance, induce the casual reader to renew his interest in Handel’s prodigious treasury, so much of it neglected, not to say actually undiscovered by multitudes of music lovers. - Summary by Author's Foreword |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/george-frideric-handel-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
handel s long career resembles gigantic tapestry bewilderingly crowded detail filled turmoil vicissitude vast achievements extremes good ill fortune unending comings goings attempt force even small part frame tiny unpretentious booklet present sort hopeless presumptuous handel time composer exquisitely delicate colorations sensuous style say largely unsuspected master many subtle intricacies rhythm present pamphlet wholly without originality novelty approach may perchance induce casual reader renew interest handel s prodigious treasury much neglected say actually undiscovered multitudes music lovers summary author s foreword |
| 10495 |
10443 |
11093 |
Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
How much more futile is it to attempt on the minuscule scale of the following tiny, if rambling, pamphlet to touch upon even a thousandth of those achievements and unremitting conflicts which entered into the texture of this master’s agitated and inharmonious life! Actually, it aims to do no more than contribute a mite toward a larger interest in the writings and the great mass of insufficiently discovered compositions of a Romanticist whose labors are still surprisingly unrecognized art works of the future. ( Author's Foreword) |
English |
1949 |
https://librivox.org/hector-berlioz-a-romantic-tragedy-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
much futile attempt minuscule scale following tiny rambling pamphlet touch upon even thousandth achievements unremitting conflicts entered texture master s agitated inharmonious life actually aims contribute mite toward larger interest writings great mass insufficiently discovered compositions romanticist whose labors still surprisingly unrecognized art works future author s foreword |
| 10496 |
10444 |
11094 |
Bahnwärter Thiel |
Gerhart Hauptmann |
Literary Fiction |
Die Novelle "Bahnwärter Thiel" entstand 1887 und gehört zu den herausragenden Werken des Naturalismus. Thiel ist ein in sich gekehrter Mensch, der nicht viele Worte macht, sich jedoch mit den Nachbarskindern abgibt und seinen Beruf mit Hingebung ausführt. Er gerät in einen wachsenden inneren Konflikt, als seine Frau Minna stirbt und er sich wieder verheiratet um die Versorgung seines Sohnes Tobias abzusichern. Er versucht trotz wachsender Spannungen sein Leben in den gewohnten Bahnen zu halten, sieht sich jedoch mehr und mehr unfähig dazu. (Zusammenfassung von Eva K.) |
German |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/bahnwaerter-thiel-by-gerhart-hauptmann/ |
die novelle bahnwärter thiel entstand 1887 und gehört zu den herausragenden werken des naturalismus thiel ist ein sich gekehrter mensch der nicht viele worte macht sich jedoch mit den nachbarskindern abgibt und seinen beruf mit hingebung ausführt er gerät einen wachsenden inneren konflikt als seine frau minna stirbt und er sich wieder verheiratet um die versorgung seines sohnes tobias abzusichern er versucht trotz wachsender spannungen sein leben den gewohnten bahnen zu halten sieht sich jedoch mehr und mehr unfähig dazu zusammenfassung von eva k |
| 10497 |
10445 |
11095 |
Athenaeum Souvenir |
Various |
Anthologies |
The Manchester Athenaeum was founded in 1837 as a society for the "advancement and diffusion of knowledge". This short collection of poems was published to raise money for the society's annual bazaar. The collection included contributions from 'marquee' poets of the time, including Charles Swain and Agnes Strickland, and Thomas Hood provided an entertaining preface on poetry as food for the mind. It also found space for several of the local school of poets, who were determined to show the world that Manchester was not just a centre of industry and trade. In addition to poems by Ner Gardiner, John Bolton Rogerson, Isabella Varley (later Mrs. Linnaeus Banks, author of 'The Manchester Man'), Samuel Bamford, Isabella Caulton and John Critchley Prince, the collection includes Ann Hawkshaw's first published poem and a rare published piece by Jamaican-born Robert Rose, Manchester's 'bard of colour'. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/athenaeum-souvenir-by-various/ |
manchester athenaeum founded 1837 society advancement diffusion knowledge short collection poems published raise money society s annual bazaar collection included contributions marquee poets time including charles swain agnes strickland thomas hood provided entertaining preface poetry food mind also found space several local school poets determined show world manchester centre industry trade addition poems ner gardiner john bolton rogerson isabella varley later mrs linnaeus banks author the manchester man samuel bamford isabella caulton john critchley prince collection includes ann hawkshaw s first published poem rare published piece jamaican born robert rose manchester s bard colour summary phil benson |
| 10498 |
10446 |
11096 |
Somewhere in France |
Richard Harding Davis |
War & Military Fiction |
When Captain Henri Ravignac married Marie Gessler, he was mistakenly thinking she was French. But Marie is in fact German, and her command of the French language and culture makes her a perfect spy. At the first opportunity, she double-crossed Captain Ravignac and stole valuable documents from him, which makes her a great candidate for espionage when World War I breaks out. Travelling with the documents of Countess d'Aurillac, she moves behind enemy lines, but the life of a spy is typically turbulent and short... - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/somewhere-in-france-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
captain henri ravignac married marie gessler mistakenly thinking french marie fact german command french language culture makes perfect spy first opportunity double crossed captain ravignac stole valuable documents him makes great candidate espionage world war breaks out travelling documents countess d aurillac moves behind enemy lines life spy typically turbulent short summary carolin |
| 10499 |
10447 |
11097 |
Meridiana: The adventures of three Englishmen and three Russians in South Africa |
Jules Verne |
Travel Fiction |
Three Englishmen and Three Russians travel across the width of South Africa to measure a meridian. The outbreak of the Crimean War makes the Russians enemy agents in an English colony. Summary by Kim. |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/meridiana-by-jules-verne/ |
three englishmen three russians travel across width south africa measure meridian outbreak crimean war makes russians enemy agents english colony summary kim |
| 10500 |
10448 |
11098 |
Tale of Ferdinand Frog |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
The wild folk in Pleasant Valley agreed that Ferdinand Frog was an agreeable person to have around. No matter what happened, he was always cheerful. Nobody ever heard of his losing his temper, though to be sure he was sometimes the means of other peoples losing theirs. These stories are about Ferdinand Frog's adventures with his animal neighbours. - Summary by Jude Somers |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-ferdinand-frog-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
wild folk pleasant valley agreed ferdinand frog agreeable person around matter happened always cheerful nobody ever heard losing temper though sure sometimes means peoples losing theirs stories ferdinand frog s adventures animal neighbours summary jude somers |
| 10501 |
10449 |
11099 |
I.W.W. - Its History, Structure, and Method |
Vincent St. John |
Essays & Short Works |
“We must inscribe on our banner the revolutionary watchword, ‘Abolition of the wage system’”<br>\n\nThe Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), members of which are commonly termed "Wobblies," is an international labor union that was founded in 1905. The philosophy and tactics of the IWW are described as "revolutionary industrial unionism," with ties to both socialist and anarchist labor movements. The IWW promotes the concept of "One Big Union," and contends that all workers should be united as a social class to supplant capitalism and wage labor with industrial democracy.<br>\n\nVincent St. John (1876 – 1929) was an American labor leader and prominent Wobbly, among the most influential radical labor leaders of the 20th century. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-iww-its-history-structure-and-method-by-vincent-st-john/ |
we must inscribe banner revolutionary watchword abolition wage system br industrial workers world iww members commonly termed wobblies international labor union founded 1905 philosophy tactics iww described revolutionary industrial unionism ties socialist anarchist labor movements iww promotes concept one big union contends workers united social class supplant capitalism wage labor industrial democracy br vincent st john 1876 1929 american labor leader prominent wobbly among influential radical labor leaders 20th century summary wikipedia |
| 10502 |
10493 |
11144 |
Rose and Roof-Tree |
George Parsons Lathrop |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by American author George Parsons Lathrop. As the dedication reads, "I need give my verse no hint as to whom it sings for. The rose, knowing her own right, makes servitors of the light-rays to carry her color. So every line here shall in some sense breathe of thee, and in its very face bear record of her whom, however unworthily, it seeks to serve and honor." Rose was the name of his wife. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/rose-and-roof-tree-by-george-parsons-lathrop/ |
volume poetry american author george parsons lathrop dedication reads i need give verse hint sings for rose knowing right makes servitors light rays carry color every line shall sense breathe thee face bear record whom however unworthily seeks serve honor rose name wife summary carolin |
| 10503 |
10450 |
11100 |
Well at the World's End: Book 3: The Road to The Well at the World's End |
William Morris |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In The Well at the World's End, Ralph of Upmeads, youngest son of the King of Upmeads, leaves home (where nothing exciting ever happens) without permission and sets out looking for adventure. When he hears rumors of a well that exudes water with magical properties, he is intrigued and begins his quest. Along the way, he travels through various towns and wildernesses and meets -- and is sometimes led astray by -- a host of interesting people including a mysterious knight, a beautiful woman who may be a goddess, a treacherous servant, a brave tavern wench, a barbarian warrior, a solitary sage, and a sadistic king. Book 3 continues this journey. ( kristingj) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-well-at-the-worlds-end-book-3-the-road-to-the-well-at-the-worlds-end-by-william-morris-2/ |
well world s end ralph upmeads youngest son king upmeads leaves home where nothing exciting ever happens without permission sets looking adventure hears rumors well exudes water magical properties intrigued begins quest along way travels various towns wildernesses meets sometimes led astray host interesting people including mysterious knight beautiful woman may goddess treacherous servant brave tavern wench barbarian warrior solitary sage sadistic king book 3 continues journey kristingj |
| 10504 |
10451 |
11101 |
Under Fire: The Story of a Squad |
Henri Barbusse |
War & Military Fiction |
An English translation of the French World War I novel "Le Feu", written by a French soldier and dedicated to "the memory of the comrades who fell by my side at Crony and on Hill 119." Barbusse was invalided out of the army after 17 months in 1915, and given a clerical job, during which time he penned this work. He was greatly influenced by the Russian Revolution and joined the communist party. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/under-fire-the-story-of-a-squad-by-henri-barbusse/ |
english translation french world war novel le feu written french soldier dedicated the memory comrades fell side crony hill 119 barbusse invalided army 17 months 1915 given clerical job time penned work greatly influenced russian revolution joined communist party summary lynne thompson |
| 10505 |
10452 |
11102 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 5: The Middle Ages |
John Lord |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
Volume 5 continues the commentary on world history begun in the first four volumes. This volume looks at some of the main religious figures of the Middle Ages, as well as social issues like the Crusades and the feudal system. - Summary by KHand</p> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-5-the-middle-ages-by-john-lord/ |
volume 5 continues commentary world history begun first four volumes volume looks main religious figures middle ages well social issues like crusades feudal system summary khand p |
| 10506 |
10453 |
11103 |
Lyrics of Earth |
Archibald Lampman |
Poetry |
This is a volume of nature poetry by Canadian poet Archibald Lampman. Lampman is considered one of the most distinguished poets of his time, and is still widely read today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/lyrics-of-earth-by-archibald-lampman/ |
volume nature poetry canadian poet archibald lampman lampman considered one distinguished poets time still widely read today summary carolin |
| 10507 |
10454 |
11104 |
History of the English Bible |
John Brown |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
The celebration of the Tercentenary of the Authorized Version of the English Bible of 1611 has called into existence the little book here presented to the reader's notice. It is the brief repetition of a story beginning in 670 A.D. and reaching on for twelve hundred years to 1879. It takes us back to the Monastery of Whitby where Caedmon the monk paraphrased Scripture story in Saxon song, and brings us through the centuries to the Abbey of Westminster where a distinguished body of English scholars met in 1870 and commenced that Revision of the Scriptures which first saw the light in 1881. (From the Preface) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-english-bible-by-john-brown/ |
celebration tercentenary authorized version english bible 1611 called existence little book presented reader s notice brief repetition story beginning 670 a d reaching twelve hundred years 1879 takes us back monastery whitby caedmon monk paraphrased scripture story saxon song brings us centuries abbey westminster distinguished body english scholars met 1870 commenced revision scriptures first saw light 1881 from preface |
| 10508 |
10455 |
11105 |
Measure For Measure |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Described as a "problem play" Measure for Measure is only as much a problem as life itself is- that is, are there any easy answers to questions aplenty? For example: when "mortality and mercy" live in one person's mouth, can justice be said to exist - as such? And: when you're a young woman on the very verge of dedicating your whole life and being to the service of God and the judge condemning your brother to death for the newly re-invented crime of fornication with a loved one wants your love given him in return for your brother's life - well, what do you do then? There is, fortunately, perhaps, an old, fantastical duke of dark corners who, watching over all these machinations like a power divine, has all the easy answers; but his idea of a final, happy ending may not be, precisely, yours. (Summary by Tony Addison) |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/measure-for-measure-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
described problem play measure measure much problem life is is easy answers questions aplenty example mortality mercy live one person s mouth justice said exist such and young woman verge dedicating whole life service god judge condemning brother death newly re invented crime fornication loved one wants love given return brother s life well then is fortunately perhaps old fantastical duke dark corners who watching machinations like power divine easy answers idea final happy ending may be precisely yours summary tony addison |
| 10509 |
10456 |
11106 |
Selections from Harris's Cabinet |
William Roscoe |
Single author |
In the early 1800s, London publisher John Harris began producing small books for children that were designed not to instruct, but to entertain. One of these books, The Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast by William Roscoe, reprinted from The Gentleman's Magazine, was so successful that it was reissued in a second and much revised edition with illustrations by a young William Mulready. This was followed by sequels in a similar vein and a series called 'Harris's Cabinet of Amusement and Instruction'. By 1809, Harris's catalogue comprised more than 400 titles, some of which became classics of 19th century children's literature. Harris is now recognized as having played an important role in liberating publishing for children from the didactic and morally improving volumes of the late 18th century. The works that he published were important precursors to those later nonsense poets such as Lewis Carroll and Edward Lear. This collection includes the revised edition of the Butterfly's Ball and sequels by Catherine Ann Dorset, 'W. B.', and Roscoe himself. Appended are the version of the Butterfly's Ball that appeared in the Gentleman's Magazine and an informative introductory essay to an 1883 reprint by Charles Welsh. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1803 |
https://librivox.org/selections-harriss-cabinet-by-various/ |
early 1800s london publisher john harris began producing small books children designed instruct entertain one books butterfly s ball grasshopper s feast william roscoe reprinted gentleman s magazine successful reissued second much revised edition illustrations young william mulready followed sequels similar vein series called harris s cabinet amusement instruction 1809 harris s catalogue comprised 400 titles became classics 19th century children s literature harris recognized played important role liberating publishing children didactic morally improving volumes late 18th century works published important precursors later nonsense poets lewis carroll edward lear collection includes revised edition butterfly s ball sequels catherine ann dorset w b roscoe himself appended version butterfly s ball appeared gentleman s magazine informative introductory essay 1883 reprint charles welsh phil benson |
| 10510 |
10494 |
11145 |
On The Tree Top |
Clara Doty Bates |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of Nursery Rhymes retold by the author and others. - Summary by David Lawrence <br/>\n\n<br/>*Additional Proof-listening by Christine Lehman. |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-tree-top-by-clara-doty-bates/ |
collection nursery rhymes retold author others summary david lawrence br br additional proof listening christine lehman |
| 10511 |
10457 |
11107 |
Autobiography of Jesse H. Pomeroy |
Jesse Pomeroy |
Biography & Autobiography |
Jesse Harding Pomeroy was only 12 years old when he was arrested for the assault of 7 boys near his home in the South Boston area of Massachusetts. He was sent to reform school for a year and released. Shortly after his release, the body of a young boy was found mutilated almost beyond recognition. Then the body of a young girl was discovered in the basement of the building which Jesse's mother had rented to run her small dressmaking shop. Jesse would be tried and found guilty of the two murders when he was but 14 years of age, and thus has been referred to as "America's youngest serial killer". Jesse wrote this autobiography while incarcerated in 1875, and it should be remember that he was yet only 14 at the time he wrote it. Jesse Harding Pomeroy would eventually spend 58 years in prison in Massachusetts, 41 of which were in solitary confinement, the longest each in the history of that state. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-jesse-h-pomeroy-by-jesse-pomeroy/ |
jesse harding pomeroy 12 years old arrested assault 7 boys near home south boston area massachusetts sent reform school year released shortly release body young boy found mutilated almost beyond recognition body young girl discovered basement building jesse s mother rented run small dressmaking shop jesse would tried found guilty two murders 14 years age thus referred america s youngest serial killer jesse wrote autobiography incarcerated 1875 remember yet 14 time wrote it jesse harding pomeroy would eventually spend 58 years prison massachusetts 41 solitary confinement longest history state summary roger melin |
| 10512 |
10458 |
11108 |
On chronic alcoholic intoxication : with an inquiry into the influence of the abuse of alcohol as a predisposing cause of disease |
William Marcet |
Medical, Psychology |
Physician William Marcet treated numerous cases of acute alcoholism (delirium tremens) and chronic alcoholism. He suggests gastrointestinal disease, gout and rheumatism are diseases associated with chronic alcoholism and might either be the cause or the result. Many of his patients complaining of gout, rheumatism, giddiness, sleeplessness, sore stomach, ringing in the ears, flashing specks of light, etc were in fact suffering from chronic alcoholism from recent drinking or days long gone and did not know it. He also discusses cases of nervous conditions that he treated with Oxide of Zinc, saying that the patient benefited by increased sleep and that there were no evil results. Before treatment, a patient suffering from chronic alcoholism, was expected to quit using spirituous liquors on their own although Marcet might prescribe the patient to drink moderate amounts of alcohol.<br><br>He states that the "alcoholic poisoning" may lie latent for some time then suddenly burst forth causing an attack of symptoms of chronic alcoholism. In Roesch's example, a patient who has suffered from acute (delirium tremens) or chronic alcoholism suffering from inflammation of the lungs may also suffer from delirium tremens during a period of not drinking any alcohol (p61).<br><br>This reading does not include the data tables summarizing case studies and other information, which are available in the online text. ( Curt Walton) |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/on-chronic-alcoholic-intoxication-by-william-marcet/ |
physician william marcet treated numerous cases acute alcoholism delirium tremens chronic alcoholism suggests gastrointestinal disease gout rheumatism diseases associated chronic alcoholism might either cause result many patients complaining gout rheumatism giddiness sleeplessness sore stomach ringing ears flashing specks light etc fact suffering chronic alcoholism recent drinking days long gone know it also discusses cases nervous conditions treated oxide zinc saying patient benefited increased sleep evil results treatment patient suffering chronic alcoholism expected quit using spirituous liquors although marcet might prescribe patient drink moderate amounts alcohol br br he states alcoholic poisoning may lie latent time suddenly burst forth causing attack symptoms chronic alcoholism roesch s example patient suffered acute delirium tremens chronic alcoholism suffering inflammation lungs may also suffer delirium tremens period drinking alcohol p61 br br this reading include data tables summarizing case studies information available online text curt walton |
| 10513 |
10459 |
11109 |
Beast in the Jungle (version 2) |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
One of James's last great stories, it is not actually a ghost story but has every claim to be considered such with its mysterious spectral essences surviving death and summoning the central character towards - well, what, exactly? That query is of the very essence of the story; and when the Beast finally does pounce out of the hidden Jungle in which it had hitherto so spectrally lurked, you (and he, the central male) might well find yourself startled by its name. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-beast-in-the-jungle-version-2-by-henry-james/ |
one james s last great stories actually ghost story every claim considered mysterious spectral essences surviving death summoning central character towards well what exactly query essence story beast finally pounce hidden jungle hitherto spectrally lurked and he central male might well find startled name summary tony addison |
| 10514 |
10460 |
11110 |
Adventures of the Eleven Cuff-Buttons |
James Francis Thierry |
Humorous Fiction, Detective Fiction |
<i>The Adventures of the Eleven Cuff-Buttons: Being one of the Exciting Episodes in the Career of the Famous Detective Hemlock Holmes as Recorded by his Friend Dr. Watson</i> is a parody of the Sherlock Holmes stories. "...there in the same old den, at 221-B Baker Street, in the city of London, we were domiciled on that eventful April morning in 1912 that saw us introduced to what turned out to be positively the dog-gonedest, most mixed-up, perplexing, and mysterious case we ever bumped up against in all our long and varied career in Arthur Conan Doyle's dream-pipe. It completely laid over "The Sign of the Four" and "The Study in Scarlet," and had "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle" all beaten to a frazzle." That case is hereby related. - Summary by TriciaG & the author |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-the-eleven-cuff-buttons-by-james-francis-thierry/ |
i the adventures eleven cuff buttons one exciting episodes career famous detective hemlock holmes recorded friend dr watson i parody sherlock holmes stories there old den 221 b baker street city london domiciled eventful april morning 1912 saw us introduced turned positively dog gonedest mixed up perplexing mysterious case ever bumped long varied career arthur conan doyle s dream pipe completely laid the sign four the study scarlet the adventure blue carbuncle beaten frazzle case hereby related summary triciag author |
| 10515 |
10461 |
11111 |
Other House |
Henry James |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A dramatic tale of passion and unrequited love, involving a deathbed promise, murder and a cover-up, all of which takes place in a tight-knit community of people. - Summary by (shih-ping) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-other-house-by-henry-james/ |
dramatic tale passion unrequited love involving deathbed promise murder cover up takes place tight knit community people summary shih ping |
| 10516 |
10462 |
11112 |
Crofton Boys |
Harriet Martineau |
Children's Fiction |
Children's Fictional Novel; an historic testament to family and school life in the 1800's; a mesmerizing and touching piece about a young boy's school experience, fun and spirited but which also includes the topic of bullying, relevant still. Written by Harriet Martineau, a noteworthy author, abolitionist and women's rights activist, who shed light on social issues in her skillfully written work. A Gutenberg Project piece, audio recorded by Jane Dever for Librivox.org and part of the public domain; originally published in 1844. Summary by Jane Dever |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-crofton-boys-by-harriet-martineau/ |
children s fictional novel historic testament family school life 1800 s mesmerizing touching piece young boy s school experience fun spirited also includes topic bullying relevant still written harriet martineau noteworthy author abolitionist women s rights activist shed light social issues skillfully written work gutenberg project piece audio recorded jane dever librivox org part public domain originally published 1844 summary jane dever |
| 10517 |
10484 |
11135 |
Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio, Volume 2 |
Songling Pu |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" or "Strange Tales of Liaozhai" is a collection of nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written by Pu Songling during the early Qing Dynasty. It was written in Classical Chinese rather than Vernacular Chinese. Pu is believed to have completed the majority of the tales sometime in 1679, though he could have added entries as late as 1707. He borrows from a folk tradition of oral storytelling to put to paper a series of captivating, colorful stories, where the boundary between reality and the odd or fantastic is blurred. The cast of characters includes vixen spirits, ghosts, scholars, court officials, Taoist exorcists and beasts. Moral purposes are often inverted between humans and the supposedly degenerate ghosts or spirits, resulting in a satirical edge to some of the stories. Ghosts and spirits are often bold and trustworthy, while humans are on the other hand weak, indecisive and easily manipulated, reflecting the author's own disillusionment with his society. ( Wikipedia) </p> |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/strange-stories-from-a-chinese-studio-volume-2-by-songling-pu/ |
strange tales chinese studio strange tales liaozhai collection nearly five hundred mostly supernatural tales written pu songling early qing dynasty written classical chinese rather vernacular chinese pu believed completed majority tales sometime 1679 though could added entries late 1707 borrows folk tradition oral storytelling put paper series captivating colorful stories boundary reality odd fantastic blurred cast characters includes vixen spirits ghosts scholars court officials taoist exorcists beasts moral purposes often inverted humans supposedly degenerate ghosts spirits resulting satirical edge stories ghosts spirits often bold trustworthy humans hand weak indecisive easily manipulated reflecting author s disillusionment society wikipedia p |
| 10518 |
10463 |
11114 |
New Physics and Its Evolution |
Lucien Poincaré |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
The end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century marked a new era in the study of physics. It seemed as though everything that was thought to be known was being called into question. This book attempts to summarize some of the most critical discoveries and theories in the decade or so leading up to its publication in a relatively non-technical fashion, and provides insight into our understanding of the world in the midst of the modern physics revolution. - Summary by Patrick Wells<br><br>\n\nProof Listening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linny</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-physics-and-its-evolution-by-lucien-poincare/ |
end 19th beginning 20th century marked new era study physics seemed though everything thought known called question book attempts summarize critical discoveries theories decade leading publication relatively non technical fashion provides insight understanding world midst modern physics revolution summary patrick wells br br proof listening a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a |
| 10519 |
10464 |
11115 |
Petition to Time |
Barry Cornwall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Bryan Waller Procter (pseud. Barry Cornwall) was an English poet. Rather unknown outside Britain in his times and largely considered to be imitator of greater romantic authors, Barry Cornwall however inspired Alexander Pushkin to some translations and imitations in 1830. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-petition-to-time-by-barry-cornwall/ |
bryan waller procter pseud barry cornwall english poet rather unknown outside britain times largely considered imitator greater romantic authors barry cornwall however inspired alexander pushkin translations imitations 1830 summary wikipedia |
| 10520 |
10465 |
11116 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 056 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-056-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour |
| 10521 |
10466 |
11117 |
Crocodile |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Satire, Short Stories |
Ivan Matveich, the most ordinary person you might hope to meet, is swallowed alive by a crocodile at a sideshow. Finding life inside the belly of the beast quite comfortable, he makes a home for himself there. His disquisitions on the state of the world from inside the crocodile make him quite a name for himself; while all the while the discussion rages outside as to whether the beast is going to be cut open to release him or not, its value as a sideshow attraction having massively increased owing to the presence of the human voice buried inside it. One of Jorge Luis Borges' seven most favourite stories. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-crocodile-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
ivan matveich ordinary person might hope meet swallowed alive crocodile sideshow finding life inside belly beast quite comfortable makes home there disquisitions state world inside crocodile make quite name himself discussion rages outside whether beast going cut open release not value sideshow attraction massively increased owing presence human voice buried inside it one jorge luis borges seven favourite stories summary tony addison |
| 10522 |
10467 |
11118 |
Friendly Road, New Adventures in Contentment |
Ray Stannard Baker |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
My grandmother Gertrude received a copy of The Friendly Road for Christmas in 1919. It must have been a special gift book--green leather binding, gold embossing, a sheet of tissue paper protecting the color plate facing the title page--this a painting of a solitary man enjoying a swim in a sun dappled stream with the caption "Surely it is good to be alive at a time like this."<br><br>\n\nWritten in first person, pseudo autobiographical style, the “author” of The Friendly Road, David Grayson, is a writer,* living on a farm with cows to milk, and ducks and pigs to feed, and fields in need of plowing. One day he just slings a few belongings in a pack and walks off, leaving the cows unmilked and his sister Harriet standing in the doorway. <i>"My sober friend</i>Grayson writes, <i>"have you ever tried to do anything that the world at large considers not quite sensible, not quite sane? Try it!"</i> The rest of the book is an odd mixture of nostalgia for a gentler, kinder age; adventures, as Grayson relies on the charity of strangers to get by; with a bit of progressive politics thrown in. After bumming for several days, Grayson arrives in the "City," where a strike is in progress. He sympathizes with the workers, but he is appalled by <i>"the ill-smelling streets and dirty sidewalks and swarming human beings . . . the evidences of poverty, dirt, and ignorance."</i> And guess what? He returns home to his farm, and Harriet bakes him a rhubarb pie.<br><br>\n\nGertrude, who had immigrated from Germany to the United States in 1892 at the age of 17, was 44 years old that Christmas. She was living on a fruit ranch in western Washington state, with her husband, a school teacher, also a German immigrant, whom she had married in 1898. She had 6 children, the oldest 20, the youngest only 2. The last few years had not been easy for this family. Gertrude's 10-year old daughter Mary, my mother, was slowly limping towards recovery from a bout of polio. Worse yet, during World War I Gertrude's husband was unjustly accused of being a "German sympathizer" despite the fact that his oldest son was a U.S. Army volunteer, and he was forced from his teaching post. His job loss meant more work for Gertrude, because, as my grandfather later explained to a journalist, after losing his job, he decided to “retire” to the country--<i>"to live calmly, read Homer and Goethe and Balzac and Emerson (and) raise fruit and chickens."**</i><br><br>\n\nGertrude entrusted several of her favorite books to my teenage self before she died in 1958. Another was a book of poems entitled Because I Love You, inscribed to Gertrude as a birthday present in 1897 by a young man who was not my grandfather! Books. . . choices . . .<br><br>\n\n*David Grayson was a pseudonym used by the actual author of <i>The Friendly Road</i>, Ray Stannard Baker.<br>\n**Louis Adamic ,”A Man from the Black Forest," in <i>Two Way Passage</i> (1941).<br>\n( summary by Sue Anderson) <br> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-friendly-road-new-adventures-in-contentment-by-ray-stannard-baker/ |
grandmother gertrude received copy friendly road christmas 1919 must special gift book green leather binding gold embossing sheet tissue paper protecting color plate facing title page this painting solitary man enjoying swim sun dappled stream caption surely good alive time like this br br written first person pseudo autobiographical style author friendly road david grayson writer living farm cows milk ducks pigs feed fields need plowing one day slings belongings pack walks off leaving cows unmilked sister harriet standing doorway i my sober friend i grayson writes i have ever tried anything world large considers quite sensible quite sane try it i rest book odd mixture nostalgia gentler kinder age adventures grayson relies charity strangers get by bit progressive politics thrown in bumming several days grayson arrives city strike progress sympathizes workers appalled i the ill smelling streets dirty sidewalks swarming human beings evidences poverty dirt ignorance i guess what returns home farm harriet bakes rhubarb pie br br gertrude immigrated germany united states 1892 age 17 44 years old christmas living fruit ranch western washington state husband school teacher also german immigrant married 1898 6 children oldest 20 youngest 2 last years easy family gertrude s 10 year old daughter mary mother slowly limping towards recovery bout polio worse yet world war gertrude s husband unjustly accused german sympathizer despite fact oldest son u s army volunteer forced teaching post job loss meant work gertrude because grandfather later explained journalist losing job decided retire country i to live calmly read homer goethe balzac emerson and raise fruit chickens i br br gertrude entrusted several favorite books teenage self died 1958 another book poems entitled love you inscribed gertrude birthday present 1897 young man grandfather books choices br br david grayson pseudonym used actual author i the friendly road i ray stannard baker br louis adamic a man black forest i two way passage i 1941 br summary sue anderson br |
| 10523 |
10468 |
11119 |
Frankenstein (El Moderno Prometeo) |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Ubicada en la Europa del siglo XVIII y en plena efervescencia científica, el capitán de un barco ballenero escribe a su hermana Margaret su encuentro con el joven estudiante de filosofía natural Víctor Frankenstein. Dicho hombre ha descubierto el secreto para dar vida a la materia muerta y ha creado un ser vivo y, sin medir las consciencias de sus actos, ha empleado para ello partes de otros seres humanos muertos. El resultado es monstruoso y, a partir de aquí, se inicia una confrontación llevada hasta su extremo. Un constante cuestionamiento filosófico y moral del hombre contra su creador y viceversa que conduce la historia hasta su trágico final. Además de una obra maestra de la literatura, se trata de una fantástica novela que muestra los peligros de jugar a ser Dios con aquello que no se conoce y no se es capaz de puede controlar. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/frankenstein-el-moderno-prometeo-by-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley/ |
ubicada en la europa del siglo xviii en plena efervescencia científica el capitán de un barco ballenero escribe su hermana margaret su encuentro con el joven estudiante de filosofía natural víctor frankenstein dicho hombre ha descubierto el secreto para dar vida la materia muerta ha creado un ser vivo y sin medir las consciencias de sus actos ha empleado para ello partes de otros seres humanos muertos el resultado es monstruoso y partir de aquí se inicia una confrontación llevada hasta su extremo un constante cuestionamiento filosófico moral del hombre contra su creador viceversa que conduce la historia hasta su trágico final además de una obra maestra de la literatura se trata de una fantástica novela que muestra los peligros de jugar ser dios con aquello que se conoce se es capaz de puede controlar summary phileas fogg |
| 10524 |
10469 |
11120 |
Dos años de vacaciones |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure |
Un grupo de niños sufre un naufragio y se ve obligado a sobrevivir en condiciones extremas. - Summary by Tux |
Spanish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/dos-anos-de-vacaciones-by-jules-verne/ |
un grupo de niños sufre un naufragio se obligado sobrevivir en condiciones extremas summary tux |
| 10525 |
10492 |
11143 |
Short Poetry Collection 160 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 26 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2016. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-160-by-various/ |
collection 26 poems read librivox volunteers september 2016 |
| 10526 |
10517 |
11168 |
Among the Trees Again |
Evaleen Stein |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Evaleen Stein. Special about this volume is, among other things, that many of the poems point to certain seasons and months. This volume thus refers to each part of the year. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-trees-again-by-evaleen-stein/ |
volume poetry evaleen stein special volume is among things many poems point certain seasons months volume thus refers part year summary carolin |
| 10527 |
10470 |
11121 |
Stories of Don Quixote : written anew for young people |
James Baldwin |
Children's Fiction |
The romance entitled "The Achievements of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote de la Mancha," was originally written in Spanish by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra in the 17th century. It has been read and enjoyed by men and women of the most diverse tastes and conditions. The story is so simple that every one can understand it, and yet it has in it so much wisdom that the wisest may derive pleasure from it. It touches the sense of humor in every heart. It moves to pity rather than ridicule, and to tears as well as laughter. And herein lies its chief claim to greatness, that it seems to have been written not for one country nor for one age alone, but to give delight to all mankind. "It is our joyfullest modern book."<br /><br />This book is not so much an abridgment of the great book by Cervantes as it is a rewriting of some of its most interesting and captivating parts. While very much of the work has necessarily been omitted, the various adventures are so related as to form a continuous narrative; and in every way, an effort is made to give a clear idea of the manner and content of the original. Although Cervantes certainly had no thought of writing a story for children, there are many passages in Don Quixote which appeal particularly to young readers; and it is hoped that this adaptation of such passages will serve a useful purpose in awakening a desire to become further acquainted with that great world's classic.<br /><br />\nThis book is dedicated to the children who read, with the hope that they will love the hero, laugh at his adventures, excuse his faults and learn wisdom from his experience.<br /><br />(adapted from James Baldwin's introductory note to the book) (summery by Basquetteur) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-don-quixote-by-james-baldwin/ |
romance entitled the achievements ingenious gentleman quixote de la mancha originally written spanish miguel de cervantes saavedra 17th century read enjoyed men women diverse tastes conditions story simple every one understand it yet much wisdom wisest may derive pleasure it touches sense humor every heart moves pity rather ridicule tears well laughter herein lies chief claim greatness seems written one country one age alone give delight mankind it joyfullest modern book br br this book much abridgment great book cervantes rewriting interesting captivating parts much work necessarily omitted various adventures related form continuous narrative every way effort made give clear idea manner content original although cervantes certainly thought writing story children many passages quixote appeal particularly young readers hoped adaptation passages serve useful purpose awakening desire become acquainted great world s classic br br book dedicated children read hope love hero laugh adventures excuse faults learn wisdom experience br br adapted james baldwin s introductory note book summery basquetteur |
| 10528 |
10471 |
11122 |
Mendelssohn And Certain Masterworks |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
In the compass of the present pamphlet it is impossible to give more than a cursory survey of Mendelssohn’s happy but extraordinarily crowded life. He was only slightly less prolific a composer than such masters as Bach, Mozart or Schubert, even if he did not reach the altitude of their supreme heights. But irrespective of the quality of much of his output, the sheer mass of it is astounding, the more so when we consider the extent of his travels and the unceasing continuity of his professional and social activities, which immensely exceeded anything of the kind in the career of Schubert or Bach. - Summary by Author's Foreword |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/mendelssohn-and-certain-masterworks-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
compass present pamphlet impossible give cursory survey mendelssohn s happy extraordinarily crowded life slightly less prolific composer masters bach mozart schubert even reach altitude supreme heights irrespective quality much output sheer mass astounding consider extent travels unceasing continuity professional social activities immensely exceeded anything kind career schubert bach summary author s foreword |
| 10529 |
10472 |
11123 |
Richard Strauss |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
There was not much truly spectacular about the course of [Strauss's] life, which was most happily free from the material troubles which bedeviled the existence of so many great masters... If “Salome” and “Elektra”, “Ein Heldenleben” and “Till Eulenspiegel” were in their day scandalously “sensational” did not the whirligig of time reveal them as incontestable products of genius, irrespective of inequalities and flaws? However Richard Strauss compares in the last analysis with this or that master he contributed to the language of music idioms, procedures and technical accomplishments typical of the confused years and conflicting ideals out of which they were born. His works are most decidedly of an age, whether or not they are for all time! From Author's Foreword. |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/richard-strauss-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
much truly spectacular course strauss s life happily free material troubles bedeviled existence many great masters salome elektra ein heldenleben till eulenspiegel day scandalously sensational whirligig time reveal incontestable products genius irrespective inequalities flaws however richard strauss compares last analysis master contributed language music idioms procedures technical accomplishments typical confused years conflicting ideals born works decidedly age whether time author s foreword |
| 10530 |
10473 |
11124 |
Robert Schumann, Tone Poet Prophet And Critic |
Herbert Francis Peyser |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
[This is] the sketchiest outline of Robert Schumann’s short life but amazingly rich achievement. Together with Haydn and Schubert he was, perhaps, the most completely lovable of the great masters. It is hard, moreover, to think of a composer more strategically placed in his epoch or more perfectly timed in his coming. Tone poet, fantast, critic, visionary, prophet—he was all of these! And he passed through every phase, it seemed, of romantic experience. The great and even the semi-great of a fabulous period of music were his intimates—personages like Mendelssohn, Chopin, Liszt, Moscheles, Ferdinand David, Hiller, Joachim, Brahms. He won the woman he loved after a bitter struggle against a tyrannical father-in-law. He created much of the world’s greatest piano music, many of its loveliest songs, four great symphonies, superb chamber compositions and a good deal else. Summary from Author's Foreword |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/robert-schumann-tone-poet-prophet-and-critic-by-herbert-francis-peyser/ |
this is sketchiest outline robert schumann s short life amazingly rich achievement together haydn schubert was perhaps completely lovable great masters hard moreover think composer strategically placed epoch perfectly timed coming tone poet fantast critic visionary prophet he these passed every phase seemed romantic experience great even semi great fabulous period music intimates personages like mendelssohn chopin liszt moscheles ferdinand david hiller joachim brahms woman loved bitter struggle tyrannical father in law created much world s greatest piano music many loveliest songs four great symphonies superb chamber compositions good deal else summary author s foreword |
| 10531 |
10474 |
11125 |
Songs from Vagabondia |
Bliss Carman |
Poetry |
This is the famous collection "Songs from Vagabondia", a collaboration between Bliss Carman and Richard Hovey, which at once catapulted both poets to extensive fame. The poems in this volume are widely read until today, as they carry a lot of meaning but convey this in a light tone and quick rhymes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/songs-from-vagabondia-by-bliss-carman/ |
famous collection songs vagabondia collaboration bliss carman richard hovey catapulted poets extensive fame poems volume widely read today carry lot meaning convey light tone quick rhymes summary carolin |
| 10532 |
10475 |
11126 |
Verses for Children |
Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing |
Poetry |
This is a volume of verses by JHG Ewing. Ms. Ewing was best known as an author of short stories and fairy tales, but this is a volume of rhymes for children. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/verses-for-children-by-juliana-horatia-gatty-ewing/ |
volume verses jhg ewing ms ewing best known author short stories fairy tales volume rhymes children summary carolin |
| 10533 |
10476 |
11127 |
Dark Month |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry |
This is a sequence of poems by Algernon Charles Swinburne. The poems were written in 1881, during the one month in which his seven year old neighbor, Herbert (Bertie) Mason was away.Swinburne describes in 31 poems his feelings at the loss of his young companion, resulting in haunting images of loneliness and grief. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-dark-month-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
sequence poems algernon charles swinburne poems written 1881 one month seven year old neighbor herbert bertie mason away swinburne describes 31 poems feelings loss young companion resulting haunting images loneliness grief summary carolin |
| 10534 |
10478 |
11129 |
Morriña |
Emilia Pardo Bazán |
Romance |
“Morriña” junto con “Insolación” son dos obras de Emilia Pardo Bazán, pero diametralmente opuestas, en las que se retrata la sociedad madrileña del momento, con un interesante análisis de los personajes, principalmente de las protagonistas. “Esclavitud” protagonista de Morriña se ve envuelta en un conflicto amoroso que la conducirá a la tragedia, ante una sociedad que se muestra impasible.\nLa autora hace un retrato magnífico con su amplio vocabulario y su gran capacidad de relatar. - Resumen de Montse González. |
Spanish |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/morrina-by-emilia-pardo-bazan/ |
morriña junto con insolación son dos obras de emilia pardo bazán pero diametralmente opuestas en las que se retrata la sociedad madrileña del momento con un interesante análisis de los personajes principalmente de las protagonistas esclavitud protagonista de morriña se envuelta en un conflicto amoroso que la conducirá la tragedia ante una sociedad que se muestra impasible la autora hace un retrato magnífico con su amplio vocabulario su gran capacidad de relatar resumen de montse gonzález |
| 10535 |
10479 |
11130 |
Village That Voted The Earth Was Flat |
Rudyard Kipling |
Humorous Fiction |
Possibly as relevant today as it ever was, this story tells the tale of an English village, Huckley, that is beguiled into voting the Earth was flat. How? And why? That is what this beguiling tale of Kipling's sets out to tell us; how the local Huckley squire, Sir Thomas Ingell, having lured two newspaper proprietors, a reporter and an MP into committing a speeding violation, has the tables turned on him by their making his village (and, thereby, him) an international laughing stock - with the help of Bat Masquerier, music hall proprietor, example of The Totally Amoral Soul and Personal Devil (to quote one of his co-conspirators). The dancing of the Gubby, the totally imaginary Huckley village dance, in the Houses of Parliament serves as a climax and a high spot of the tale. This story can be found in the Kipling collection "A Diversity of Creatures". ( Tony Addison) </p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-village-that-voted-the-earth-was-flat-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
possibly relevant today ever was story tells tale english village huckley beguiled voting earth flat how why beguiling tale kipling s sets tell us local huckley squire sir thomas ingell lured two newspaper proprietors reporter mp committing speeding violation tables turned making village and thereby him international laughing stock help bat masquerier music hall proprietor example totally amoral soul personal devil to quote one co conspirators dancing gubby totally imaginary huckley village dance houses parliament serves climax high spot tale story found kipling collection a diversity creatures tony addison p |
| 10536 |
10480 |
11131 |
Macbeth |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Macbeth cuenta una historia de crimen y castigo entreverada de brujería y elementos sobrenaturales. Amparado en las engañosas profecías de las Hermanas Fatídicas, brujas o diosas del destino, Macbeth decide asesinar a su rey y tomar la corona. Consciente del horror al que se entrega, forja su terrible destino y se deja poseer por el mal que nace del ansia de poder, creyéndose invencible y eterno. Esta obra tenebrosa e inquietante, de acción vertiginosa, es también profundamente introspectiva. A través de un lenguaje metafórico y sensorial, la obra indaga en lo prohibido, explora la transgresión y ofrece la oportunidad única de compartir la vida interior de un asesino, con su horror y su misterio. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/macbeth-by-william-shakespeare/ |
macbeth cuenta una historia de crimen castigo entreverada de brujería elementos sobrenaturales amparado en las engañosas profecías de las hermanas fatídicas brujas diosas del destino macbeth decide asesinar su rey tomar la corona consciente del horror al que se entrega forja su terrible destino se deja poseer por el mal que nace del ansia de poder creyéndose invencible eterno esta obra tenebrosa e inquietante de acción vertiginosa es también profundamente introspectiva través de un lenguaje metafórico sensorial la obra indaga en lo prohibido explora la transgresión ofrece la oportunidad única de compartir la vida interior de un asesino con su horror su misterio summary phileas fogg |
| 10537 |
10481 |
11132 |
Letters from Victorian Pioneers |
Various |
*Non-fiction, History , Letters |
A series of letters on the early occupation of the colony, the Aborigines, etc addressed by Victorian pioneers to his Excellency Charles Joseph La Trobe Esq. , Lieutenant-Governor of the Colony of Victoria in response to a circular letter sent by him to a number of early settlers dated 29th July 1853. -\nIt cannot be claimed for these papers that they are infallible records of our early history at every point.\n( from the preface),\nThe last section ends with lists of Aboriginal words and phrases as were collected by a lady. I'm in 2 minds about these, I respect her desire to keep a record but do not have any idea of their correctness, but they are there if anyone wants to have a go. And please remember that no one is saying the views in the letters are correct. (Annise) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/letters-from-victorian-pioneers-by-various/ |
series letters early occupation colony aborigines etc addressed victorian pioneers excellency charles joseph la trobe esq lieutenant governor colony victoria response circular letter sent number early settlers dated 29th july 1853 cannot claimed papers infallible records early history every point preface last section ends lists aboriginal words phrases collected lady i m 2 minds these respect desire keep record idea correctness anyone wants go please remember one saying views letters correct annise |
| 10538 |
10482 |
11133 |
Thief |
Anna Katharine Green |
Short Stories |
At a dinner party, a valuable coin is lost while being passed around among the guests to look at. One of the gentlemen insists to empty his pockets to the host to free himself of all suspicion, and the other gentlemen concur, except one, who absolutely refuses, and leaves the house. Is he the thief or did he have another reason to wish to avoid inspection of his pockets? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-thief-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
dinner party valuable coin lost passed around among guests look at one gentlemen insists empty pockets host free suspicion gentlemen concur except one absolutely refuses leaves house thief another reason wish avoid inspection pockets summary carolin |
| 10539 |
10483 |
11134 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 07, Dec. 16, 1879 |
Various |
Short Stories, General, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This seventh issue of the serial was published on December 16, 1879. Published by Harper & Brothers, known for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle)</p> |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-07-dec-16-1879-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children seventh issue serial published december 16 1879 published harper brothers known publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle p |
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11136 |
Vadertje Langbeen |
Jean Webster |
General |
Jerusha Abbott heeft een sobere jeugd gehad in een 'vondelingengesticht'. Als ze 18 jaar is, mag ze op kosten van één van de regenten van het gesticht naar de universiteit, op voorwaarde dat ze hem elke maand een brief schrijft. Hij wil anoniem blijven, en het enige wat ze van hem gezien heeft is een vervormde schaduw van een man met lange armen en benen, dus noemt ze hem 'Vadertje Langbeen'. Haar levendige brieven, vol belevenissen op de universiteit, met haar vrienden, en op vakantie, volgen haar ontwikkeling tijdens haar studie. Zal ze 'Vadertje Langbeen' ooit ontmoeten?<BR><BR>\nGeschreven door Jean Webster in 1912; de vertaler van deze editie is onbekend. Jean Webster maakte zelf de tekeningen in de brieven. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon) |
Dutch |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/vadertje-langbeen-by-jean-webster/ |
jerusha abbott heeft een sobere jeugd gehad een vondelingengesticht als ze 18 jaar is mag ze op kosten van één van de regenten van het gesticht naar de universiteit op voorwaarde dat ze hem elke maand een brief schrijft hij wil anoniem blijven en het enige wat ze van hem gezien heeft een vervormde schaduw van een man met lange armen en benen dus noemt ze hem vadertje langbeen haar levendige brieven vol belevenissen op de universiteit met haar vrienden en op vakantie volgen haar ontwikkeling tijdens haar studie zal ze vadertje langbeen ooit ontmoeten br br geschreven door jean webster 1912 de vertaler van deze editie onbekend jean webster maakte zelf de tekeningen de brieven samenvatting door anna simon |
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11137 |
Bacchae |
Euripides |
Tragedy |
Euripides' <i>Bacchae</i> tells of Dionysus, the God, come to the city of Thebes, there to drive mad those who refuse participation in his ecstatic rites, sing and dance on the mountainside and worship him as God. A family tale as well as a sacrificial rite, in it Dionysus drives his own aunts mad and lures his cousin, Pentheus, cross-dressed as a woman, to a humiliating death at his own mother's hands. An extraordinarily beautiful, utterly terrifying tale. (Summary by Tony Addison) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-bacchae-by-euripides-2/ |
euripides i bacchae i tells dionysus god come city thebes drive mad refuse participation ecstatic rites sing dance mountainside worship god family tale well sacrificial rite dionysus drives aunts mad lures cousin pentheus cross dressed woman humiliating death mother s hands extraordinarily beautiful utterly terrifying tale summary tony addison |
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10487 |
11138 |
Summer Morning |
Robert F. Murray |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
He was young in years, and younger in heart, a lover of youth; and youth, if it could learn and could be warned, might win a lesson from his life. Many of us have trod in his path, and, by some kindness of fate, have found from it a sunnier exit into longer days and more fortunate conditions. Others have followed this well-beaten road to the same early and quiet end as his. (from HIS POEMS: WITH MEMOIR by Andrew Lang)\n |
English |
1984 |
https://librivox.org/a-summer-morning-by-r-f-murray/ |
young years younger heart lover youth youth could learn could warned might win lesson life many us trod path and kindness fate found sunnier exit longer days fortunate conditions others followed well beaten road early quiet end his from poems memoir andrew lang |
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10488 |
11139 |
Song of the Sewing-Machine |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Pope Morris was an American editor, poet, and songwriter. \nCritic and writer Edgar Allan Poe acknowledged the popularity of Morris's songs, "which have taken fast hold upon the popular taste, and which are deservedly celebrated". In April 1840, Poe wrote that Morris was "very decidedly, our best writer of songs—and, in saying this, I mean to assign him a high rank as poet". Willis wrote of Morris: "He is just what poets would be if they sang like birds without criticism... nothing can stop a song of his". (Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/song-of-the-sewing-machine-by-george-pope-morris/ |
george pope morris american editor poet songwriter critic writer edgar allan poe acknowledged popularity morris s songs which taken fast hold upon popular taste deservedly celebrated april 1840 poe wrote morris very decidedly best writer songs and saying this mean assign high rank poet willis wrote morris he poets would sang like birds without criticism nothing stop song his wikipedia |
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11140 |
Savrola |
Winston S. Churchill |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Savrola: A Tale of the Revolution in Laurania is the only major fictional work of Sir Winston S. Churchill. The story describes events in the capital of Laurania, a fictional European state, as unrest against the dictatorial government of president Antonia Molara turns to violent revolution. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/savrola-by-winston-s-churchill/ |
savrola tale revolution laurania major fictional work sir winston s churchill story describes events capital laurania fictional european state unrest dictatorial government president antonia molara turns violent revolution summary wikipedia |
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10490 |
11141 |
Prehistoric Men |
Robert J. Braidwood |
*Non-fiction, Earth Sciences |
This little book, first published in 1948, is part of the Chicago Natural History Popular History series that explains difficult subjects in ways and terms we all can understand. It was published at a time in Anthropology when exciting things like carbon dating were first being used and refined. "Prehistory means the time before written history began. Actually, more than 99 per cent of man’s story is prehistory. Man is at least half a million years old, but he did not begin to write history (or to write anything) until about 5,000 years ago. The men who lived in prehistoric times left us no history books, but they did unintentionally leave a record of their presence and their way of life. This record is studied and interpreted by different kinds of scientists." - Summary by the author and phil chenevert |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/prehistoric-men-by-robert-j-braidwood/ |
little book first published 1948 part chicago natural history popular history series explains difficult subjects ways terms understand published time anthropology exciting things like carbon dating first used refined prehistory means time written history began actually 99 per cent man s story prehistory man least half million years old begin write history or write anything 5 000 years ago men lived prehistoric times left us history books unintentionally leave record presence way life record studied interpreted different kinds scientists summary author phil chenevert |
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10491 |
11142 |
In the Days When the World Was Wide, and Other Verses |
Henry Lawson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Henry Lawson, the well-known Australian poet. Some of the poems in this collection are still widely taught in school, some others are not widely known at this time. All of them, however, paint vivid images of Australia around the turn of the last century. As <i>The Academy</i> put it in 1909, "These ballads (for such they mostly are) abound in spirit and manhood, in the colour and smell of Australian soil. They deserve the popularity which they have won in Australia, and which, we trust, this edition will now give them in England." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-days-when-the-world-was-wide-by-henry-lawson/ |
volume poetry henry lawson well known australian poet poems collection still widely taught school others widely known time them however paint vivid images australia around turn last century i the academy i put 1909 these ballads for mostly are abound spirit manhood colour smell australian soil deserve popularity australia which trust edition give england summary carolin |
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10495 |
11146 |
Three Contributions to the Theory of Sex |
Sigmund Freud |
Psychology |
In this little book Freud discusses three areas of human sexuality: <br>\n1. Sexual pervisons or abberations. In this essay, Freud concludes that "a disposition to perversions is an original and universal disposition of the human sexual instinct and that...this postulated constitution, containing the germs of all the perversions, will only be demonstrable in children“. <br> \n2. His second essay on "The Infantile Sexuality", argues that children have sexual urges, from which adult sexuality only gradually emerges via psychosexual development. Looking at children, Freud identified many forms of infantile sexual emotions, including thumb sucking, autoeroticism, and sibling rivalry in childhood. <br> \n3. In his third essay, "The Transformations of Puberty", Freud formalized the distinction between the 'fore-pleasures' of infantile sexuality and the 'end-pleasure' of sexual intercourse. He also demonstrated how the adolescent years consolidate sexual identity under the dominance of the genitals in puberty. <br><br>\n\nOriginally published in 1905, Freud added significant insights over the next three editions to increase the length to about double it's original size. This is the third and last edition published in 1920. (Summary by Phil Chenevert and Wikipedia) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/three-contributions-to-the-theory-of-sex-by-sigmund-freud/ |
little book freud discusses three areas human sexuality br 1 sexual pervisons abberations essay freud concludes a disposition perversions original universal disposition human sexual instinct that this postulated constitution containing germs perversions demonstrable children br 2 second essay the infantile sexuality argues children sexual urges adult sexuality gradually emerges via psychosexual development looking children freud identified many forms infantile sexual emotions including thumb sucking autoeroticism sibling rivalry childhood br 3 third essay the transformations puberty freud formalized distinction fore pleasures infantile sexuality end pleasure sexual intercourse also demonstrated adolescent years consolidate sexual identity dominance genitals puberty br br originally published 1905 freud added significant insights next three editions increase length double original size third last edition published 1920 summary phil chenevert wikipedia |
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10496 |
11147 |
Poetical Cook-Book |
Maria J. Moss |
Poetry, Cooking |
This is an interesting mix of recipes and poetry about cookery and food. The author has written this book during and in the aftermath of the civil war in the United States. The recipes are sound and can be used still today, and the poetry is an interesting collection of short excerpts and poems by all famous poets. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/a-poetical-cook-book-by-maria-j-moss/ |
interesting mix recipes poetry cookery food author written book aftermath civil war united states recipes sound used still today poetry interesting collection short excerpts poems famous poets summary carolin |
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11148 |
Bells and Other Poems |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Poetry |
This is a collection of the most famous poems by Edgar Allan Poe. It includes all of his most famous poems, such as the Bells and Annabel Lee, but also some minor and less well-known poems. Readers may wish to refer to the online text for 28 beautiful colour illustrations by Edmund Dulac. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-bells-and-other-poems-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
collection famous poems edgar allan poe includes famous poems bells annabel lee also minor less well known poems readers may wish refer online text 28 beautiful colour illustrations edmund dulac summary carolin |
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10498 |
11149 |
Gulliverin matkat kaukaisilla mailla |
Jonathan Swift |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Tämä on Jonathan Swiftin kirjoittama ja Samuli Suomalaisen kääntämä versio kirjasta "Gulliverin matkat kaukaisilla mailla". Se on suunnattu nuorille ja sisältää vain kaksi ensimmäistä osaa, kun täydessä versiossa osia on neljä. Ensimmäisessä osassa Gulliver-niminen matkamies haaksirikkoutuu mini-ihmisten asuttamaan maahan, jonka nimi on Lilliput. Toisessa osassa hän puolestaan joutuu seikkailuihin jättiläisten valtakuntaan Brobdingnagiin. Etenkin ensimmäisistä osista tehtyjen lasten kuvakirjojen myötä Gulliverin retket mielletään usein lastensaduksi, mutta se on alun perin tarkoitettu satiiriksi hallitsijoista, politiikasta ja ihmisluonnosta. - Summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi |
Finnish |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/gulliverin-matkat-kaukaisilla-mailla-by-jonathan-swift/ |
tämä jonathan swiftin kirjoittama ja samuli suomalaisen kääntämä versio kirjasta gulliverin matkat kaukaisilla mailla se suunnattu nuorille ja sisältää vain kaksi ensimmäistä osaa kun täydessä versiossa osia neljä ensimmäisessä osassa gulliver niminen matkamies haaksirikkoutuu mini ihmisten asuttamaan maahan jonka nimi lilliput toisessa osassa hän puolestaan joutuu seikkailuihin jättiläisten valtakuntaan brobdingnagiin etenkin ensimmäisistä osista tehtyjen lasten kuvakirjojen myötä gulliverin retket mielletään usein lastensaduksi mutta se alun perin tarkoitettu satiiriksi hallitsijoista politiikasta ja ihmisluonnosta summary harri tapani ylilammi |
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10499 |
11150 |
Mice & Other Poems |
Gerald Bullett |
Single author |
Gerald William Bullett was a British man of letters. He was known as a novelist, essayist, short story writer, critic and poet. He wrote both supernatural fiction and some children's literature. "Mice & Other Poems" is one of a series of small volumes of poetry published after WWI mostly by graduates of the University of Cambridge. The doyen of "Cambridge English", Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, had this to say about the series: "That since the War, young men in extraordinary numbers have taken to expressing themselves in verse is a plain fact, not to be denied: that they choose, as often as not, to express themselves in 'numbers' extraordinary to us can as hardly be contested. But the point is, they have a crowding impulse to say something; and to say it with the emotional seriousness proper to Poetry. For my part, I love the discipline of verse: but I love the impulse better. Time will soften—I hope not too soon, lest it sugar down and sentimentalise—a certain bitterness of resentment observable in this booklet and its next followers: but, as nothing in verse is nobler than true tradition, anything is more hopeful than convention." - Summary by John Burlinson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mice-other-poems-by-gerald-bullett/ |
gerald william bullett british man letters known novelist essayist short story writer critic poet wrote supernatural fiction children s literature mice poems one series small volumes poetry published wwi mostly graduates university cambridge doyen cambridge english sir arthur quiller couch say series that since war young men extraordinary numbers taken expressing verse plain fact denied choose often not express numbers extraordinary us hardly contested point is crowding impulse say something say emotional seriousness proper poetry part love discipline verse love impulse better time soften i hope soon lest sugar sentimentalise a certain bitterness resentment observable booklet next followers but nothing verse nobler true tradition anything hopeful convention summary john burlinson |
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11151 |
Sämtliche Schriften 1911-1921, Teil 6 |
Carl von Ossietzky |
Essays & Short Works |
Carl von Ossietzky war ein prominenter Journalist und Pazifist zur Zeit der Weimarer Republik, der für sein Engagement 1935 mit dem Friedensnobelpreis geehrt wurde. Während in den vorigen Teilen viele Kritiken und andere Artikel über Kunst und Wissenschaft zu finden waren, schreibt Ossietzky gegen Ende des Jahres 1921 wieder mehr über Politik. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/saemtliche-schriften-1911-1921-teil-6-by-carl-von-ossietzky/ |
carl von ossietzky war ein prominenter journalist und pazifist zur zeit der weimarer republik der für sein engagement 1935 mit dem friedensnobelpreis geehrt wurde während den vorigen teilen viele kritiken und andere artikel über kunst und wissenschaft zu finden waren schreibt ossietzky gegen ende des jahres 1921 wieder mehr über politik summary carolin |
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10501 |
11152 |
Bridge Builders |
Rudyard Kipling |
Literary Fiction |
A tale of the revenge of the earth, in this case, specifically, Mother Gunga, Goddess of the River Ganga, against the men who confine her power, The Bridge Builders is also a tale of the death of the Gods as their place in the earth is taken by the things of science. A close description of the building of a bridge across the River Ganges, the tale also tells of a vision of the Gods in an opium dream like a dream in the mind of Brahma; and when Brahma wakes, the Gods die. Or do they? ( Tony Addison) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bridge-builders-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
tale revenge earth case specifically mother gunga goddess river ganga men confine power bridge builders also tale death gods place earth taken things science close description building bridge across river ganges tale also tells vision gods opium dream like dream mind brahma brahma wakes gods die they tony addison |
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10502 |
11153 |
Ned, Bob and Jerry at Boxwood Hall |
Clarence Young |
Action & Adventure |
The seventeenth book in the popular "Motor Boys" series sees our heroes as college freshman. Written under the house pseudonym of Clarence Young. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/ned-bob-and-jerry-at-boxwood-hall-by-clarence-young/ |
seventeenth book popular motor boys series sees heroes college freshman written house pseudonym clarence young summary lynne thompson |
| 10555 |
10571 |
11223 |
Prodigal Village; A Christmas Tale |
Irving Bacheller |
Humorous Fiction |
Small town life in early twentieth century New York state. This is a piquant parable of human nature. Bacheller's lightly humorous voice is evident throughout. Not all listeners will agree with the author's view of labor and management. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-prodigal-village-a-christmas-tale-by-irving-bacheller/ |
small town life early twentieth century new york state piquant parable human nature bacheller s lightly humorous voice evident throughout listeners agree author s view labor management summary david wales |
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10503 |
11154 |
Geneva Conventions of 12 August 1949 |
International Committee of the Red Cross |
War & Military, Law |
"This Convention represents the fourth updated version of the Geneva Convention on the wounded and sick following those adopted in 1864, 1906 and 1929. It contains 64 articles. These provide protection for the wounded and sick, but also for medical and religious personnel, medical units and medical transports. The Convention also recognizes the distinctive emblems. It has two annexes containing a draft agreement relating to hospital zones and a model identity card for medical and religious personnel." - Summary by International Committee of the Red Cross\n\nPlease note, this recording DOESN'T include the 3 protocols. |
English |
1949 |
https://librivox.org/the-geneva-conventions-of-12-august-1949-by-icrc/ |
this convention represents fourth updated version geneva convention wounded sick following adopted 1864 1906 1929 contains 64 articles provide protection wounded sick also medical religious personnel medical units medical transports convention also recognizes distinctive emblems two annexes containing draft agreement relating hospital zones model identity card medical religious personnel summary international committee red cross please note recording include 3 protocols |
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11155 |
Scenes from a Courtesan's Life |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Scenes from a Courtesan's Life is one of the last great works completed by Balzac for his huge novel series entitled The Human Comedy. Sections of this book, in various groupings and with various titles, were published between 1838 and 1847. It eventually settled into the four sections found in the present edition. The French title — Splendeurs et misères des courtesanes — literally, Splendors and Miseries of Courtesans — has also been translated as A Harlot High and Low. The story picks up at the end of Lost Illusions (1843), an earlier novel by Balzac. At the end of that book, Lucien de Rubempré (born Lucien Chardon), a young provincial poet with great ambitions but feeble moral will, was heading for Paris in the company of a mysterious Spanish priest. In the present book, we quickly discover that the "Spanish priest" is actually Jacques Collin, alias "Vautrin," a master criminal first introduced to readers in Balzac's Father Goriot (1835). Lucien develops a relationship with Esther van Gobseck, a prostitute (the "courtesan" of the title). With these three main figures — Lucien, Vautrin, and Esther — Balzac explores the corruption of the aristocracy, the world of prostitution, the courts, and the prisons of 19th-century Paris. With masterful depictions of society and individual psychology, Balzac is considered a father of realism in fiction. - Summary by Bruce Pirie<br/><br/>\n\n<b>The Balzac <i>Lost Illusions</i> trilogy preceding this book:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-two-poets-by-honore-de-balzac/">Lost Illusions: Two Poets</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-a-distinguished-provincial-at-paris-by-honore-de-balzac/">Lost Illusions: A Distinguished Provincial at Paris</a><br/>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/lost-illusions-eve-and-david-by-honore-de-balzac/">Lost Illusions: Ève and David</a> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-from-a-courtesans-life-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
scenes courtesan s life one last great works completed balzac huge novel series entitled human comedy sections book various groupings various titles published 1838 1847 eventually settled four sections found present edition french title splendeurs et misères des courtesanes literally splendors miseries courtesans also translated harlot high low story picks end lost illusions 1843 earlier novel balzac end book lucien de rubempré born lucien chardon young provincial poet great ambitions feeble moral will heading paris company mysterious spanish priest present book quickly discover spanish priest actually jacques collin alias vautrin master criminal first introduced readers balzac s father goriot 1835 lucien develops relationship esther van gobseck prostitute the courtesan title three main figures lucien vautrin esther balzac explores corruption aristocracy world prostitution courts prisons 19th century paris masterful depictions society individual psychology balzac considered father realism fiction summary bruce pirie br br b the balzac i lost illusions i trilogy preceding book b br a href https librivox org lost illusions two poets by honore de balzac lost illusions two poets a br a href https librivox org lost illusions a distinguished provincial at paris by honore de balzac lost illusions distinguished provincial paris a br a href https librivox org lost illusions eve and david by honore de balzac lost illusions ève david a |
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10505 |
11156 |
Thoughts on Art and Life |
Leonardo da Vinci |
Art, Design & Architecture, Philosophy, Memoirs |
This is a compilation of the thoughts on art, science and life of Leonardo da Vinci, translated by Maurice Baring and edited by Lewis Einstein. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/thoughts-on-art-and-life-by-leonardo-da-vinci/ |
compilation thoughts art science life leonardo da vinci translated maurice baring edited lewis einstein summary a gramour |
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10506 |
11157 |
Randall Garrett: 3 Science Fiction stories |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
The irrepressible Science Fiction author Randall Garrett wrote a wide array of short stories for the SF magazines of his day poking fun at many of the then current cherished beliefs, but he had a habit of writing under many different names. These three stories were all published in the 1960's and no matter what the by-line may look like, be assured they were all written by him in his quirky, imaginative and very entertaining style. The three here for your enjoyment are: With No Strings Attached; The Destroyers and In Case of Fire |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/randall-garrett-3-science-fiction-stories-by-randall-garrett/ |
irrepressible science fiction author randall garrett wrote wide array short stories sf magazines day poking fun many current cherished beliefs habit writing many different names three stories published 1960 s matter by line may look like assured written quirky imaginative entertaining style three enjoyment are strings attached destroyers case fire |
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10507 |
11158 |
Legends of the Jews, Volume 3 |
Louis Ginzberg |
Religion |
Rabbi Louis Ginzberg was one of the outstanding Talmudists of the twentieth century. He was born on November 28, 1873, in Kovno, Lithuania; he died on November 11, 1953, in New York City. Ginzberg taught at the Jewish Theological seminary from 1903 to 1953. For 50 years, he trained two generations of Conservative Rabbis. \n<br><br>\nThe Legends of the Jews is an epic 7-volume compilation of traditional Jewish stories loosely related to the Bible. Volumes 1-4 contain the stories, while volumes 5-7 contain Ginzberg's notes and commentary. Over the millenia, these stories, which expand on the Bible, flesh out the lives of biblical figures. In the process, they help bring to life the Bible's valuable lessons. \n<br><br>\nThe Legends of the Jews has been called a monumental work of scholarship. It is studied by serious students of both Judaism and Christianity. And yet the stories continue to be accessible and understood by all. They were designed to impart lessons of the Torah, and any child or adult will find much to enjoy about this work. (Summary by Scott Sherris and Wikipedia)\nVolume 3 covers BIBLE TIMES AND CHARACTERS FROM THE EXODUS TO THE DEATH OF MOSES |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-of-the-jews-volume-3-by-louis-ginzberg/ |
rabbi louis ginzberg one outstanding talmudists twentieth century born november 28 1873 kovno lithuania died november 11 1953 new york city ginzberg taught jewish theological seminary 1903 1953 50 years trained two generations conservative rabbis br br legends jews epic 7 volume compilation traditional jewish stories loosely related bible volumes 1 4 contain stories volumes 5 7 contain ginzberg s notes commentary millenia stories expand bible flesh lives biblical figures process help bring life bible s valuable lessons br br legends jews called monumental work scholarship studied serious students judaism christianity yet stories continue accessible understood all designed impart lessons torah child adult find much enjoy work summary scott sherris wikipedia volume 3 covers bible times characters exodus death moses |
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10508 |
11159 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 02: Evangelio Según Marcos |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
El Evangelio de Marcos hace énfasis que Jesús es el Cristo, el Hijo de Dios. Jesús anunció el reino de Dios, sanó a los enfermos, y murió como rescate por los pecadores. Además de Jesús, Marcos habla de tres grupos principales de personas; los discípulos, las multitudes, y los líderes religiosos, y cómo ninguno de los cuales comprendía a Jesús. Cuando llegó el momento para que Jesús fuera a la cruz, los líderes religiosos lo arrestaron, los discípulos lo abandonaron y las multitudes lo abuchearon. Sólo hasta que murió solo en la cruz un centurión romano reconoció que él era el Hijo de Dios. Aunque el libro es anónimo, la tradición identifica a Juan Marcos como el autor (vea Hechos 12:12). Es posible que haya basado su Evangelio en la predicación de Pedro, y fue escrito entre los años 50 y 60 dC. <br><br>The gospel of Mark emphasizes that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Jesus announced the kingdom of God, healed the sick, and died as a ransom for sinners. In addition to Jesus, Mark features three main groups of people; the disciples, the crowds, and the religious leaders, none of whom understood Jesus. When the time came for Jesus to go to the cross, the religious leaders arrested him, the disciples abandoned him, and the crowds jeered him. Only when he died alone on the cross did a Roman centurion recognized that he was the Son of God. Though the book is anonymous, tradition identifies John Mark (see Acts 12:12) as the author. He may have based his Gospel on Peter's preaching, writing sometime in the 50s or 60s A.D. (Summary by Claudia Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/el-bible-reina-valera-nt-02-evangelio-segun-marcos-by-reina-valera/ |
el evangelio de marcos hace énfasis que jesús es el cristo el hijo de dios jesús anunció el reino de dios sanó los enfermos murió como rescate por los pecadores además de jesús marcos habla de tres grupos principales de personas los discípulos las multitudes los líderes religiosos cómo ninguno de los cuales comprendía jesús cuando llegó el momento para que jesús fuera la cruz los líderes religiosos lo arrestaron los discípulos lo abandonaron las multitudes lo abuchearon sólo hasta que murió solo en la cruz un centurión romano reconoció que él era el hijo de dios aunque el libro es anónimo la tradición identifica juan marcos como el autor vea hechos 12 12 es posible que haya basado su evangelio en la predicación de pedro fue escrito entre los años 50 60 dc br br the gospel mark emphasizes jesus christ son god jesus announced kingdom god healed sick died ransom sinners addition jesus mark features three main groups people disciples crowds religious leaders none understood jesus time came jesus go cross religious leaders arrested him disciples abandoned him crowds jeered him died alone cross roman centurion recognized son god though book anonymous tradition identifies john mark see acts 12 12 author may based gospel peter s preaching writing sometime 50s 60s a d summary claudia barrett |
| 10562 |
10509 |
11160 |
Life of Jesse Harding Pomeroy |
E. Luscomb Haskell |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
"The Life of Jesse Harding Pomeroy: The Most Remarkable Case in the History of Crime or Criminal Law" by E. Luscomb Haskell was published in Boston, Massachusetts in 1892 by the Harvard Law School Library, and is part of "The Making of the Modern Law, Legal Treatises, 1800-1926" series. Remarkable insight into the life of Pomeroy prior to, during, and following the crimes for which he was sentenced to life imprisonment at the tender age of 14, this is an excellent complement to Pomeroy's "autobiography" which was published immediately following his trial in 1874. The advantages offered by this short book are that it was researched and published less than twenty years after the trial and conviction; that the accused was still alive at the time of publication; and that a large amount relates to the legal perspective of one of the most fascinating and confounding episodes of American criminology. Jesse Harding Pomeroy was sentenced to life in prison in 1874 at the age of 14 for the commission of two murders, and has therefore been referred to as "America's youngest serial killer" to this day. Other books have been written about Pomeroy over the years, as it makes for a most interesting character study, in addition to its legal implications, journalistic influence, and the effect of public outcry for justice and safety were preeminent. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-jesse-harding-pomeroy-by-e-luscomb-haskell/ |
the life jesse harding pomeroy remarkable case history crime criminal law e luscomb haskell published boston massachusetts 1892 harvard law school library part the making modern law legal treatises 1800 1926 series remarkable insight life pomeroy prior to during following crimes sentenced life imprisonment tender age 14 excellent complement pomeroy s autobiography published immediately following trial 1874 advantages offered short book researched published less twenty years trial conviction accused still alive time publication large amount relates legal perspective one fascinating confounding episodes american criminology jesse harding pomeroy sentenced life prison 1874 age 14 commission two murders therefore referred america s youngest serial killer day books written pomeroy years makes interesting character study addition legal implications journalistic influence effect public outcry justice safety preeminent summary roger melin |
| 10563 |
10510 |
11161 |
Rat Race |
Jay Franklin |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
When an atomic explosion destroys the battleship Alaska, Lt. Commander Frank Jacklin returns to consciousness in New York and is shocked to find himself in the body of Winnie Tompkins, a dissolute stock-broker. Unable to explain his real identity, Jacklin attempts to fit into Tompkins' way of life. Complications develop when Jacklin gets involved with Tompkins' wife, his red-haired mistress and his luscious secretary. Three too many women for Jacklin to handle. His foreknowledge of the Alaska sinking and other top secret matters plunges him into a mad world of intrigue and excitement in Washington—that place where anything can happen and does! Where is the real Tompkins is a mystery explained in the smashing climax.\nCompletely delightful, wholly provocative, the Rat Race is a striking novel of the American Scene. - Summary by Book Intro |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/the-rat-race-by-jay-franklin/ |
atomic explosion destroys battleship alaska lt commander frank jacklin returns consciousness new york shocked find body winnie tompkins dissolute stock broker unable explain real identity jacklin attempts fit tompkins way life complications develop jacklin gets involved tompkins wife red haired mistress luscious secretary three many women jacklin handle foreknowledge alaska sinking top secret matters plunges mad world intrigue excitement washington that place anything happen does real tompkins mystery explained smashing climax completely delightful wholly provocative rat race striking novel american scene summary book intro |
| 10564 |
10511 |
11162 |
Story of Gladstone's Life |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898), four times Prime Minister of Great Britain, dominated the Liberal Party for thirty years, but ultimately divided it over the issue of Irish Home Rule, which he unsuccessfully championed. He brought to parliamentary politics a moral fervor which made him the personification of the Victorian Age, but which also challenged the complacency of its imperialistic assumptions. In this 1897 biography, the Liberal Irish member of Parliament, Justin McCarthy, presents a Gladstone still vividly remembered, rising to speak in the House of Commons among a host of illustrious contemporaries, including Benjamin Disraeli, Lord Palmerston, and Sir Robert Peel, or expounding his views to a bored and baffled Queen Victoria, who called him a "ridiculous, wild, and incomprehensible old fanatic." (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-gladstones-life-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
william ewart gladstone 1809 1898 four times prime minister great britain dominated liberal party thirty years ultimately divided issue irish home rule unsuccessfully championed brought parliamentary politics moral fervor made personification victorian age also challenged complacency imperialistic assumptions 1897 biography liberal irish member parliament justin mccarthy presents gladstone still vividly remembered rising speak house commons among host illustrious contemporaries including benjamin disraeli lord palmerston sir robert peel expounding views bored baffled queen victoria called ridiculous wild incomprehensible old fanatic pamela nagami |
| 10565 |
10512 |
11163 |
Lady Into Fox (Version 2) |
David Garnett |
Fantastic Fiction |
An everyday tale of a young Victorian housewife who turns into a fox and the troubles her husband then has in dealing with her increasingly wild antics, that is, her essential fox nature. A unique take on the perennial tale of the troubles that must always (?) exist between a husband and wife. - Summary by Tony Addison\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lady-into-fox-by-david-garnett-2/ |
everyday tale young victorian housewife turns fox troubles husband dealing increasingly wild antics is essential fox nature unique take perennial tale troubles must always exist husband wife summary tony addison |
| 10566 |
10513 |
11164 |
Tommy and Grizel |
J. M. Barrie |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
This book continues Sentimental Tommy, also in the Librivox catalogue. Tommy grows up and marries Grizel. But life is not only roses and rainbows. This book has all the elements of a good love story, but it is also a book about growing up and finding out your distinct voice in the world. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tommy-and-grizel-by-j-m-barrie/ |
book continues sentimental tommy also librivox catalogue tommy grows marries grizel life roses rainbows book elements good love story also book growing finding distinct voice world summary stav nisser |
| 10567 |
10514 |
11165 |
Ghost Camp |
Rolf Boldrewood |
Travel Fiction |
Englishman Valentine Blount is traveling in Australia, looking for his fortune. He meets up with John Carter, a bushman known locally as Little River Jack, who acts as his guide. They come across an abandoned camp - what is the story behind it? Whose camp was it? Why did they leave? - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-camp-by-rolf-boldrewood/ |
englishman valentine blount traveling australia looking fortune meets john carter bushman known locally little river jack acts guide come across abandoned camp story behind it whose camp it leave summary lynne thompson |
| 10568 |
10515 |
11166 |
Anchorite |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
Randall Garrett sticks a sharp needle into our government and society in this wonderful story. He projects the current trends towards paternalistic government into the future. Yes, we have attained a world government and everyone is equal whether they want to be or not; everyone is taken care of no matter how incompetent, stupid or sleazy they are and everyone is out to undermine everyone else. The author predicts (sadly only too well) what the trends of today will eventually produce if allowed to continue. \n\n But wait! there is hope in the asteroid belt where jerks and incompetents are weeded out by hard physical laws and only those who possess common sense and the ability to actually survive are allowed to govern. But will the Earth government allow this to continue? Of course not. Listen to this great story to have a peek into the future. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/anchorite-by-randall-garrett/ |
randall garrett sticks sharp needle government society wonderful story projects current trends towards paternalistic government future yes attained world government everyone equal whether want not everyone taken care matter incompetent stupid sleazy everyone undermine everyone else author predicts sadly well trends today eventually produce allowed continue wait hope asteroid belt jerks incompetents weeded hard physical laws possess common sense ability actually survive allowed govern earth government allow continue course not listen great story peek future |
| 10569 |
10516 |
11167 |
Eleven years a drunkard, or, The life of Thomas Doner: having lost both arms through intemperance, he wrote this book with his teeth as a warning to others |
Thomas Doner |
Biography & Autobiography |
He tells of the shame, misery and pain which alcohol brought on him, and will bring to anyone whosoever be tempted by the pleasant feeling it produces at the time of drinking. It doesn't bring one home to shelter but drives them away. It leads one to forget the evil it brings and tempts one to pursue more for the pleasant feeling it produces. This "pleasant feeling" produces many murderers in our land. It doesn't push the sufferer to ask for help but to lie about the drinking. Once Satan has a foothold he wants an even tighter grasp.<br><br>\n\nHe exhorts - you boys, to learn this lesson, "If you do not take the first drink, you will not be tempted to take the second." And if you take the first drink do not take the second or the monster will have done its work and will surely lead you to a third and a fourth and to associate with the inmates of taverns until you are committed to prison, executed in the gallows, a cripple (like Doner) or to a drunkard's grave.<br><br>\n\nFilth, drunkenness, crime and blasphemy, Doner writes, are the rewards for stepping in this Snare of the Devil. - Summary by Curt Walton |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/eleven-years-a-drunkard-by-thomas-doner/ |
tells shame misery pain alcohol brought him bring anyone whosoever tempted pleasant feeling produces time drinking bring one home shelter drives away leads one forget evil brings tempts one pursue pleasant feeling produces pleasant feeling produces many murderers land push sufferer ask help lie drinking satan foothold wants even tighter grasp br br exhorts boys learn lesson if take first drink tempted take second take first drink take second monster done work surely lead third fourth associate inmates taverns committed prison executed gallows cripple like doner drunkard s grave br br filth drunkenness crime blasphemy doner writes rewards stepping snare devil summary curt walton |
| 10570 |
10518 |
11169 |
Fables of La Fontaine |
Jean de La Fontaine |
Poetry |
Jean de la Fontaine's fables were very well-known all over Europe during his life, and are now slowly being rediscovered. This edition contains 240 fables or fairy tales and a biography of Jean de la Fontaine and Aesop, containing the most well-known fables in existence, as well as some lesser-known fables and stories. Walter Thornbury's translation furthermore sets the fables into memorable rhymes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-fables-of-la-fontaine-by-jean-de-la-fontaine/ |
jean de la fontaine s fables well known europe life slowly rediscovered edition contains 240 fables fairy tales biography jean de la fontaine aesop containing well known fables existence well lesser known fables stories walter thornbury s translation furthermore sets fables memorable rhymes summary carolin |
| 10571 |
10519 |
11170 |
Sunlit Hours |
Emile Verhaeren |
Poetry |
The Sunlit Hours [<i>Les Heures Claires</i>] is a volume of very personal poetry by Belgian poet Émile Verhaeren. The poetry in this volume is dedicated to his wife, celebrating their relationship with beautiful poetry of love. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-sunlit-hours-by-emile-verhaeren/ |
sunlit hours i les heures claires i volume personal poetry belgian poet émile verhaeren poetry volume dedicated wife celebrating relationship beautiful poetry love summary carolin |
| 10572 |
10520 |
11171 |
Songs of the Silent World, and Other Poems |
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by American poet and feminist social reformer Elizabeth Stuart Phelps. Many of the poems in this volume reflect the ideas Phelps advocated during her life, and are meant to encourage the reader to entertain them. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-the-silent-world-by-elizabeth-stuart-phelps/ |
volume poetry american poet feminist social reformer elizabeth stuart phelps many poems volume reflect ideas phelps advocated life meant encourage reader entertain them summary carolin |
| 10573 |
10521 |
11172 |
Rhyme? And Reason? |
Lewis Carroll |
Poetry |
"I have had nor rhyme nor reason" is inscribed on the cover page of this book. These poems are then also some of the most phantastic poems published by Lewis Carroll, including such famous verses as Phantasmagoria and The Hunting of the Snark. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/rhyme-and-reason-by-lewis-carroll/ |
i rhyme reason inscribed cover page book poems also phantastic poems published lewis carroll including famous verses phantasmagoria hunting snark summary carolin |
| 10574 |
10522 |
11173 |
Poems and Songs |
Henry Kendall |
Poetry |
Henry Kendall was the first Australian poet to draw his inspiration from the life, scenery and traditions of the country. In the beginnings of Australian poetry the names of two other men stand with his—Adam Lindsay Gordon, of English parentage and education, and Charles Harpur, born in Australia a generation earlier than Kendall. Harpur's work, though lacking vitality, shows fitful gleams of poetic fire suggestive of greater achievement had the circumstances of his life been more favourable. Kendall, whose lot was scarcely more fortunate, is a true singer; his songs remain, and are likely long to remain, attractive to poetry lovers. - Summary by From the Introduction |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/poems-and-songs-by-henry-kendall/ |
henry kendall first australian poet draw inspiration life scenery traditions country beginnings australian poetry names two men stand his adam lindsay gordon english parentage education charles harpur born australia generation earlier kendall harpur s work though lacking vitality shows fitful gleams poetic fire suggestive greater achievement circumstances life favourable kendall whose lot scarcely fortunate true singer songs remain likely long remain attractive poetry lovers summary introduction |
| 10575 |
10523 |
11174 |
Three Elephant Power and Other Stories |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
From Banjo Paterson, bush poet and favorite son of Australia, here is a collection of colorful stories from Australia that offer a window into the past and the culture of the region. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/three-elephant-power-and-other-stories-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
banjo paterson bush poet favorite son australia collection colorful stories australia offer window past culture region summary a gramour |
| 10576 |
10524 |
11175 |
Edward the First |
Thomas Frederick Tout |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Edward I of England (1239-1307) will always be remembered as the "Hammer of the Scots" who condemned William Wallace (Braveheart) to a traitor's death in 1297. But Edward was one of England's greatest statesman-kings. In this short biography the British historian, Thomas Frederick Tout writes of Edward that he was "a man of unusual and commanding height," lean and powerful, who, despite a slight stammer, was able to "speak with a simple and natural eloquence that often moved his susceptible auditors to tears." Edward conquered Wales, reformed the legal and judicial systems of England, curbed the power of the church, and through conquest and diplomacy managed to subdue the ambitions of the wily French King, Philip the Fair. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/edward-the-first-by-thomas-frederick-tout/ |
edward england 1239 1307 always remembered hammer scots condemned william wallace braveheart traitor s death 1297 edward one england s greatest statesman kings short biography british historian thomas frederick tout writes edward a man unusual commanding height lean powerful who despite slight stammer able speak simple natural eloquence often moved susceptible auditors tears edward conquered wales reformed legal judicial systems england curbed power church conquest diplomacy managed subdue ambitions wily french king philip fair |
| 10577 |
10525 |
11176 |
Sheaf of Verses |
Radclyffe Hall |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Radclyffe Hall. At the time of publication of this novel, Radclyffe Hall was living in Bad Homburg in Germany, in a lesbian relationship. Some of the poems in this volume are love poems, and to spare the public's delicate sensibilities, the names of the people to whom the poems were dedicated are removed. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-sheaf-of-verses-by-radclyffe-hall/ |
volume poetry radclyffe hall time publication novel radclyffe hall living bad homburg germany lesbian relationship poems volume love poems spare public s delicate sensibilities names people poems dedicated removed summary carolin |
| 10578 |
10526 |
11177 |
Jane Austen and Her Times |
Geraldine Edith Mitton |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a lively and highly accessible overview of the life and times of one of England's most beloved authors. Using excerpts from a wide variety of sources, such as Austen's own personal correspondence and the works of her contemporaries, Mitton chronicles her literary career and family life amidst the changing climate of the Georgian and Regency eras, giving the reader a sense of what it was like to live in her world. A must-read for the dedicated Austen aficionado! - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/jane-austen-and-her-times-by-geraldine-edith-mitton/ |
lively highly accessible overview life times one england s beloved authors using excerpts wide variety sources austen s personal correspondence works contemporaries mitton chronicles literary career family life amidst changing climate georgian regency eras giving reader sense like live world must read dedicated austen aficionado summary tomas peter |
| 10579 |
10527 |
11178 |
Alabama Student And Other Biographical Essays |
Sir William Osler |
Biography & Autobiography, Medical |
Here are thirteen biographical sketches of physicians penned by one of the founders of modern medicine, William Osler, published in 1908. "Sir William Osler, one of the best-loved and most influential teachers of his time, was born in Canada in 1849…. Wherever he worked his gifted and unique personality was a center of inspiration… one would like to see his honorable place as a man of letters more generally understood. His generous wisdom and infectious enthusiasm are delightfully expressed in his collected writings…. His lucid and exquisite prose, with its extraordinary wealth of quotation from the literature of all ages, and his unfailing humor and tenderness, put him in the first rank of didactic essayists…. Rich in every gentle quality that makes life endeared, his books are the most sagacious and helpful of modern writings…" - Summary by Christopher Morley, Modern Essays, 1921, and David Wales |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/an-alabama-student-and-other-biographical-essays-by-sir-william-osler/ |
thirteen biographical sketches physicians penned one founders modern medicine william osler published 1908 sir william osler one best loved influential teachers time born canada 1849 wherever worked gifted unique personality center inspiration one would like see honorable place man letters generally understood generous wisdom infectious enthusiasm delightfully expressed collected writings lucid exquisite prose extraordinary wealth quotation literature ages unfailing humor tenderness put first rank didactic essayists rich every gentle quality makes life endeared books sagacious helpful modern writings summary christopher morley modern essays 1921 david wales |
| 10580 |
10528 |
11179 |
Miranda |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Christian Fiction |
The third book in the Marcia Schuyler/Miranda trilogy, this story focuses on the irrepressible Miranda Griscom. She has repeatedly rejected a wealthy suitor's proposals of marriage. The townsfolk are puzzled: why would she give up such a chance? But "jest plain, hombly, turn-upnose, freckle-faced, red-haired M'randy Griscom" has a long-secret love for a man who was accused of murder, whose escape she orchestrated. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/miranda-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
third book marcia schuyler miranda trilogy story focuses irrepressible miranda griscom repeatedly rejected wealthy suitor s proposals marriage townsfolk puzzled would give chance jest plain hombly turn upnose freckle faced red haired m randy griscom long secret love man accused murder whose escape orchestrated summary triciag |
| 10581 |
10529 |
11180 |
Enormous Room |
E. E. Cummings |
Memoirs |
"For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost; and is found."<br/>\nHe was lost by the Norton-Harjes Ambulance Corps.<br/>\nHe was officially dead as a result of official misinformation.<br/>\nHe was entombed by the French Government.<br/>\nIt took the better part of three months to find him and bring him back to life—with the help of powerful and willing friends on both sides of the Atlantic.<br/>\nThis is his story. (Summary from the introduction.)<br/><br/>Note: This account contains a lot of French. A listener might become frustrated if they do not understand that language. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-enormous-room-by-e-e-cummings/ |
for son dead alive again lost found br lost norton harjes ambulance corps br officially dead result official misinformation br entombed french government br took better part three months find bring back life with help powerful willing friends sides atlantic br story summary introduction br br note account contains lot french listener might become frustrated understand language |
| 10582 |
10530 |
11181 |
Spy |
Richard Harding Davis |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Mr. Crosby is a high-ranking official known to be often entrusted with secret government missions. But when he finds himself in Valencia, that's entirely an accident and has nothing to do with any such mission at all. But his reputation does not allow him to simply leave a region riddled with conflicts, and so, a spy attaches himself to Crosby. On a small boat with only one another for company, things can quickly get complicated. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-spy-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
mr crosby high ranking official known often entrusted secret government missions finds valencia that s entirely accident nothing mission all reputation allow simply leave region riddled conflicts so spy attaches crosby small boat one another company things quickly get complicated summary carolin |
| 10583 |
10531 |
11182 |
Essentials of Spirituality |
Felix Adler |
*Non-fiction |
This recording contains four addresses of Felix Adler (1851-1933) concerning spirituality from the perspective of Ethical Culture, an educational and religious movement founded and first led by Adler, based on the belief that living in accordance with ethical principles is central to a meaningful and fulfilling life. – Lee Smalley\n\n“Spirituality is morality carried out to the finish….The ultimate end (of spirituality) itself is to elicit worth in others, and, by so doing, in one's self. The indispensable condition of this attitude is to ascribe worth to every human being before even we observe it, to cast as it were a mantle of glory over him, to take toward every fellow human being the expectant attitude, to seek the worth in him until we find it.” – Felix Adler, Dec. 11, 1904 |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-essentials-of-spirituality-by-felix-adler/ |
recording contains four addresses felix adler 1851 1933 concerning spirituality perspective ethical culture educational religious movement founded first led adler based belief living accordance ethical principles central meaningful fulfilling life lee smalley spirituality morality carried finish the ultimate end of spirituality elicit worth others and doing one s self indispensable condition attitude ascribe worth every human even observe it cast mantle glory him take toward every fellow human expectant attitude seek worth find it felix adler dec 11 1904 |
| 10584 |
10532 |
11183 |
Unsung Heroes |
Elizabeth Ross Haynes |
Biography & Autobiography |
This book consists of 17 biographies of remarkable men and women who, in 1921, were "unsung." Some of them are now pretty well known while others are still, sadly, rather unrecognized. Written by Elizabeth Ross Haynes (herself a African American activist and social worker in the first half of the 20th century), her heroes include Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Laurence Dunbar, Toussaint L'Ouverture, Alexandre Dumas, and many others. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/unsung-heroes-by-elizabeth-ross-haynes/ |
book consists 17 biographies remarkable men women who 1921 unsung pretty well known others still sadly rather unrecognized written elizabeth ross haynes herself african american activist social worker first half 20th century heroes include frederick douglass harriet tubman laurence dunbar toussaint l ouverture alexandre dumas many others summary kathrinee |
| 10585 |
10533 |
11184 |
Fabeln und Erzählungen |
Christian Fürchtegott Gellert |
Poetry |
Dies ist ein Gedichtband von Christian Fürchtegott Gellert. Die Gedichte haben gemein, dass sie alle eine kurze Geschichte erzählen. Unter den verschiedenen Fabeln, Parabeln und Märchen ist jede erdenkliche Geschichte dabei. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fabeln-und-erzaehlungen-by-christian-fuerchtegott-gellert/ |
dies ist ein gedichtband von christian fürchtegott gellert die gedichte haben gemein dass sie alle eine kurze geschichte erzählen unter den verschiedenen fabeln parabeln und märchen ist jede erdenkliche geschichte dabei summary carolin |
| 10586 |
10534 |
11185 |
Black Dwarf |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
The Black Dwarf is the first of the “Tales of My Landlord” series, which also includes The Bride of Lammermoor and The Heart of Midlothian. The third preliminary chapter depicts two horsemen arriving at the Wallace Inn in Gandercleugh, where one of the horsemen relates the tale. The story proper is set on the Scottish borders during the reign of Queen Anne. The Jacobite movement is in its infancy, but the inhabitants of this part of the country have enough to quarrel about without politics inciting them to it. Several families of high and low birth bear no good intentions to each other, and a weird, brooding dwarf, who wishes ill on all of humanity, seems to direct and perpetuate the mayhem from his lonely cottage on Mucklestane Moor. (tbragg) |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-dwarf-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
black dwarf first tales landlord series also includes bride lammermoor heart midlothian third preliminary chapter depicts two horsemen arriving wallace inn gandercleugh one horsemen relates tale story proper set scottish borders reign queen anne jacobite movement infancy inhabitants part country enough quarrel without politics inciting it several families high low birth bear good intentions other weird brooding dwarf wishes ill humanity seems direct perpetuate mayhem lonely cottage mucklestane moor tbragg |
| 10587 |
10535 |
11186 |
Nibelungos |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
En el Cantar de los nibelungos se narra la gesta de Sigfrido, un cazador de dragones de la corte de los burgundios, quien valiéndose de ciertos artificios consigue la mano de la princesa Crimilda. Sin embargo, una indiscreción termina por provocar una horrorosa cadena de venganzas. Summary by Phileas Fogg. |
Spanish |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/los-nibelungos-by-anonymous/ |
en el cantar de los nibelungos se narra la gesta de sigfrido un cazador de dragones de la corte de los burgundios quien valiéndose de ciertos artificios consigue la mano de la princesa crimilda sin embargo una indiscreción termina por provocar una horrorosa cadena de venganzas summary phileas fogg |
| 10588 |
10536 |
11187 |
History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless, Vol. 4 |
Eliza Haywood |
Family Life, Romance, Sagas |
Betsy Thoughtless is about an intelligent and strong-willed woman who marries under pressure from the society in which she lives. Betsy learns that sometimes giving way to the role of women within a marriage can at times be fulfilling. This is the fourth and final volume in this series. Does she get her man you will have to listen and find out. ( Michele Eaton ) </p> |
English |
1751 |
https://librivox.org/miss-betsy-thoughtless-volume-4-by-eliza-haywood/ |
betsy thoughtless intelligent strong willed woman marries pressure society lives betsy learns sometimes giving way role women within marriage times fulfilling fourth final volume series get man listen find out michele eaton p |
| 10589 |
10537 |
11188 |
Columbian Orator |
Caleb Bingham |
Essays & Short Works, Writing & Linguistics, Short non-fiction |
The Columbian Orator, a collection of political essays, poems, and dialogues first published in 1797, was widely used in American schoolrooms in the first quarter of the 19th century to teach reading and speaking. Typical of many readers of that period, the anthology included many speeches celebrating "republican virtues" and promoting patriotism. The Columbian Orator is an example of progymnasmata, containing examples for students to copy and imitate. In his Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, former slave and abolitionist writer Douglass describes how he "got hold" of a copy of the Columbian Orator at the age of twelve, with far-reaching consequences for his life. - Summary by Wikipedia</br></br>\nSome of the sections were done as Dramas instead of solos. The readers for these Dramas are: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6080">progressingamerica</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8368">A LibriVox Volunteer</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11471">CarinaStarr7</a>.</br></br>\nThe dramas were edited and proof listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8368">A LibriVox Volunteer</a>.</br></br> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/the-columbian-orator-by-caleb-bingham-by-caleb-bingham/ |
columbian orator collection political essays poems dialogues first published 1797 widely used american schoolrooms first quarter 19th century teach reading speaking typical many readers period anthology included many speeches celebrating republican virtues promoting patriotism columbian orator example progymnasmata containing examples students copy imitate narrative life frederick douglass former slave abolitionist writer douglass describes got hold copy columbian orator age twelve far reaching consequences life summary wikipedia br br sections done dramas instead solos readers dramas are a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryanns a a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a a href https librivox org reader 6080 progressingamerica a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a a href https librivox org reader 8368 a librivox volunteer a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a a href https librivox org reader 11471 carinastarr7 a br br dramas edited proof listened a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href https librivox org reader 8368 a librivox volunteer a br br |
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10538 |
11189 |
Lotus Buds |
Amy Wilson Carmichael |
Christianity - Biographies |
Amy Carmichael tells the story of work among the girls of India, who she calls "Lotus Buds". - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles</p> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/lotus-buds-by-amy-wilson-carmichael/ |
amy carmichael tells story work among girls india calls lotus buds summary adele de pignerolles p |
| 10591 |
10539 |
11190 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1817 - 1828) |
John Quincy Adams |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from James Monroe and John Quincy Adams. (Wikipedia and Linette Geisel)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1817-1828-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses james monroe john quincy adams wikipedia linette geisel p |
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10540 |
11191 |
196 Tage auf treibender Eisscholle |
Emil Bessels |
Memoirs, Exploration |
Am 29. Juni 1871 stach das Schiff » Polaris« von New York unter Kapitän Franz C. Hall in See zur Erforschung des Hochnordens. Der Dampfer nahm seinen Weg über Neufundland an der Westküste Grönlands entlang durch den Smith-Sund und überwinterte in einer Bucht dieser Küste, die Hall »Polaris-Bay« taufte. Dort wurde ein Observatorium errichtet, und von dort aus unternahm man Schlittenreisen nach Süden und Norden. Hall starb nach Rückkehr von einer solchen Fahrt am 8. November 1871. Im August 1872 mußte infolge Kohlenmangels und eines Lecks die Heimfahrt angetreten werden. Am 15. Oktober erlitt die »Polaris« Schiffbruch. Ein Teil der Besatzung, 14 Mann, blieb beim Wrack zurück und baute eine Hütte, »Polaris-Haus«, für den Winter; der andere Teil wurde von einem Eisfelde nach Süden getrieben, auf das man in der Voraussicht des Schiffbruches schon eine Nothütte, alle Boote, viele Geräte, Waffen und Proviant für die gesamte Mannschaft gebracht hatte. Auf der Scholle befanden sich der Meteorologe Friedrich Meyer, der Navigationsgehilfe Tyson, der Koch, der Steward, sechs Matrosen und zwei Eskimofamilien, bestehend aus zwei Männern, Hans und Joseph, zwei Frauen, drei Mädchen im Alter von drei, acht und zehn Jahren, einem sechsjährigen und einem am 12. August geborenen Knaben. - Zusammenfassung von Availle <br><br>\nPart of an account of the last voyage of the ship Polaris. After the shipwreck, 19 members of the crew were trapped on an ice floe, slowly moving south. They were rescued after 196 days on sea. |
German |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/196-tage-auf-treibender-eisscholle-by-emil-bessels/ |
29 juni 1871 stach das schiff polaris von new york unter kapitän franz c hall see zur erforschung des hochnordens der dampfer nahm seinen weg über neufundland der westküste grönlands entlang durch den smith sund und überwinterte einer bucht dieser küste die hall polaris bay taufte dort wurde ein observatorium errichtet und von dort aus unternahm man schlittenreisen nach süden und norden hall starb nach rückkehr von einer solchen fahrt 8 november 1871 im august 1872 mußte infolge kohlenmangels und eines lecks die heimfahrt angetreten werden 15 oktober erlitt die polaris schiffbruch ein teil der besatzung 14 mann blieb beim wrack zurück und baute eine hütte polaris haus für den winter der andere teil wurde von einem eisfelde nach süden getrieben auf das man der voraussicht des schiffbruches schon eine nothütte alle boote viele geräte waffen und proviant für die gesamte mannschaft gebracht hatte auf der scholle befanden sich der meteorologe friedrich meyer der navigationsgehilfe tyson der koch der steward sechs matrosen und zwei eskimofamilien bestehend aus zwei männern hans und joseph zwei frauen drei mädchen im alter von drei acht und zehn jahren einem sechsjährigen und einem 12 august geborenen knaben zusammenfassung von availle br br part account last voyage ship polaris shipwreck 19 members crew trapped ice floe slowly moving south rescued 196 days sea |
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11911 |
12599 |
Aboe Bakar |
Paul Adriaan Daum |
Historical Fiction |
Een waargebeurd verhaal uit Nederlands Indië. Adam Silver, kind van een Engelsman en een inlandse vrouw, wordt verstoten uit de blanke gemeenschap en bekeert zich tot de Islam. Het verhaal is oorspronkelijk gepubliceerd onder het pseudoniem Maurits als feuilleton in het Indische Vaderland - Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/aboe-bakar-by-paul-adriaan-daum/ |
een waargebeurd verhaal uit nederlands indië adam silver kind van een engelsman en een inlandse vrouw wordt verstoten uit de blanke gemeenschap en bekeert zich tot de islam het verhaal oorspronkelijk gepubliceerd onder het pseudoniem maurits als feuilleton het indische vaderland marcel coenders |
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10541 |
11192 |
Secresy, or, the Ruin on the Rock |
Eliza Fenwick |
Epistolary Fiction, Romance |
This is the story of Caroline and Sibella, two female friends. Strong and smart women who try to make it in a man's world while keeping their values and loyalties intact. The only way to do that is to hide a few secrets. Yet secrets cannot remain hidden for ever, and everything has a price. This is both a social novel and a gothic novel. A true page turner with all the elements of a good 18th century novel: a woman locked in an estate, a hidden pregnancy, some politics of marriage, villains, sentimentality and thought provoking philosophy. Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/secresy-by-eliza-fenwick/ |
story caroline sibella two female friends strong smart women try make man s world keeping values loyalties intact way hide secrets yet secrets cannot remain hidden ever everything price social novel gothic novel true page turner elements good 18th century novel woman locked estate hidden pregnancy politics marriage villains sentimentality thought provoking philosophy summary stav nisser |
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10542 |
11193 |
Johann |
Otto Roquette |
Romance |
Dies ist eine Art umgekehrte Aschenputtelgeschichte. Johann, unser Held, wurde in seiner Jugend fortwährend von seinem Bruder und dem Onkel schikaniert, und am Ende als Förster eines abgelegenen Waldes weggeschickt. Weit weg von den Menschen fühlt Johann sich eigentlich recht wohl -- bis sich sein Bruder, sein Onkel und dessen Tochter uneingeladen in sein Forsthaus einquartieren... - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/johann-by-otto-roquette/ |
dies ist eine art umgekehrte aschenputtelgeschichte johann unser held wurde seiner jugend fortwährend von seinem bruder und dem onkel schikaniert und ende als förster eines abgelegenen waldes weggeschickt weit weg von den menschen fühlt johann sich eigentlich recht wohl bis sich sein bruder sein onkel und dessen tochter uneingeladen sein forsthaus einquartieren summary carolin |
| 10596 |
10543 |
11194 |
What Peace Means |
Henry van Dyke |
Religion |
This is a collection of three sermons by Henry van Dyke, dealing with the subject of peace in the immediate aftermath of World War I. As peace has not been forthcoming, the sermons are still timely until today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/what-peace-means-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
collection three sermons henry van dyke dealing subject peace immediate aftermath world war i peace forthcoming sermons still timely today summary carolin |
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10544 |
11196 |
Wildfire |
Zane Grey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
The heart of a stallion; the heart of a man; the heart of a woman. Three valiant, authentic, and determined souls cross each others' paths, and the sparks fly. We'll leave it to you to find out what kind of sparks. (Summary by Tony Oliva) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/wildfire-by-zane-grey/ |
heart stallion heart man heart woman three valiant authentic determined souls cross others paths sparks fly we ll leave find kind sparks summary tony oliva |
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10545 |
11197 |
Witness |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Romance |
Paul Cortland seems to have it all as a popular, successful athlete and college student. Tragedy leads him to find peace through the faith of a classmate. Paul must overcome temptations of his own emotions and troublesome friends to grow in his faith. He struggles to make his mark in a positive way to those he meets. - Summary by Scarlet576 |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-witness-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
paul cortland seems popular successful athlete college student tragedy leads find peace faith classmate paul must overcome temptations emotions troublesome friends grow faith struggles make mark positive way meets summary scarlet576 |
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10546 |
11198 |
Camera Fiend |
E. W. Hornung |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A London schoolboy playing hooky is drawn in to the clutches of a creature evil beyond imagining.(summary by Judi Mason) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-camera-fiend-by-e-w-hornung/ |
london schoolboy playing hooky drawn clutches creature evil beyond imagining summary judi mason |
| 10600 |
10547 |
11199 |
Campaign For Petersburg |
Richard Wayne Lykes |
War & Military |
In the American Civil War the Union victory in the ten-month campaign for the city of Petersburg, Virginia (June 1864-March 1865), led directly to the surrender of the Confederacy within two weeks. This 1970 National Park Service booklet tells the story of the campaign. It focuses on the meaning of the campaign and the experience of the soldiers of both sides, with a minimum of references to military units. The listener to this Librivox recording may want to view the printed booklet for excellent maps and revealing photographs. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1970 |
https://librivox.org/campaign-for-petersburg-by-richard-wayne-lykes/ |
american civil war union victory ten month campaign city petersburg virginia june 1864 march 1865 led directly surrender confederacy within two weeks 1970 national park service booklet tells story campaign focuses meaning campaign experience soldiers sides minimum references military units listener librivox recording may want view printed booklet excellent maps revealing photographs summary david wales |
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10548 |
11200 |
Home Education Series Vol. I: Home Education |
Charlotte Mason |
Education |
This is the first volume in the Home Education Series detailing Charlotte Mason's method of education. This volume is subtitled: The Education of Children under Nine Years of Age. The series is used today by many homeschoolers around the globe and is considered a classic reference by the founder of the homeschooling movement. Volume 1 of 6. - Summary by rachelrw |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/home-education-series-vol-i-home-education-by-charlotte-mason/ |
first volume home education series detailing charlotte mason s method education volume subtitled education children nine years age series used today many homeschoolers around globe considered classic reference founder homeschooling movement volume 1 6 summary rachelrw |
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10549 |
11201 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 5: Biology |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Life Sciences |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The fifth volume is on Biology written by Caroline E. Stackpole. It discusses biology being the science of life and life’s nature and origins. It furthers explains functions and processes necessary for this life. It also covers evolution and factors that affect evolution. - Summary by Sienna |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-5-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler fifth volume biology written caroline e stackpole discusses biology science life life s nature origins furthers explains functions processes necessary life also covers evolution factors affect evolution summary sienna |
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10572 |
11224 |
Poor Folk |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Epistolary Fiction |
<br />Known as Fyodor Dostoyevski's first novel, Poor Folk portrays the life of poor people and poverty in a general sense. This novel is short in comparison to most of Fyodor's other works and is applauded for its humanitarian views. The interesting part is how it is put together. The novel is written as a compilation of letters written between the two main characters. - Summary by afutterer\n<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/poor-folk-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
br known fyodor dostoyevski s first novel poor folk portrays life poor people poverty general sense novel short comparison fyodor s works applauded humanitarian views interesting part put together novel written compilation letters written two main characters summary afutterer br br |
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10550 |
11202 |
Dry Dock of a Thousand Wrecks |
Philip Ilott Roberts |
Psychology |
After an introduction to the Ole Jerry McAuley Mission in the year 1912, many wonderful stories of destitute alcoholics and addicts making a quick recovery through a surrender to Christ Jesus.\n\nThe book gives glimpses that the years of the highly esteemed Samuel H. Hadley have allowed for the “Evangelical Podium” to firmly take root in the Mission and is corroding the original purpose (the original purpose of this mission was to provide a place for chronic alcoholics and addicts who had spiritual experiences during incarceration to continue it outside of prison and not end up back at their old haunts after being repeatedly rejected by churches and society).\n\nThe book tells of the on-goings in the new Ole Jerry McAuley Mission at 316 Water Street, NYC, during the early 1900's. Many things seem to have changed since the 1870's when Jerry McAuley ran the mission. First, anyone was welcome. Second, the years of sobriety touted in this book were two to five, as opposed to the decades and quarter centuries in its earlier times. Thirdly, advertising their mission, or testifying for the mission was the goal as opposed to living a spiritually guided life. This book tells of many great successes but it wasn't achieving the same high success rate. (Summary by Curt Walton) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-dry-dock-of-a-thousand-wrecks-by-philip-ilott-roberts/ |
introduction ole jerry mcauley mission year 1912 many wonderful stories destitute alcoholics addicts making quick recovery surrender christ jesus book gives glimpses years highly esteemed samuel h hadley allowed evangelical podium firmly take root mission corroding original purpose the original purpose mission provide place chronic alcoholics addicts spiritual experiences incarceration continue outside prison end back old haunts repeatedly rejected churches society book tells on goings new ole jerry mcauley mission 316 water street nyc early 1900 s many things seem changed since 1870 s jerry mcauley ran mission first anyone welcome second years sobriety touted book two five opposed decades quarter centuries earlier times thirdly advertising mission testifying mission goal opposed living spiritually guided life book tells many great successes achieving high success rate summary curt walton |
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10551 |
11203 |
Gutenberg and the Art of Printing |
Emily Clemens Pearson |
Biography & Autobiography |
This book is readable account of one of the greatest inventions of modern time: moveable type. Gutenberg's work lays the foundation for the printing press, without which the world would look very different... It reads both as biography and as historical fiction, in addition to being an introduction to the history of printing. We follow along on the ups and downs of Gutenberg himself and his family life, and the collaborations with others that lead to printing. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/gutenberg-and-the-art-of-printing-by-emily-clemens-pearson/ |
book readable account one greatest inventions modern time moveable type gutenberg s work lays foundation printing press without world would look different reads biography historical fiction addition introduction history printing follow along ups downs gutenberg family life collaborations others lead printing summary kathrinee |
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10552 |
11204 |
Poems of American History, Volume 4, The Civil War |
Various |
Poetry, Modern (19th C) |
This volume is a fascinating reflection on the Civil War years from a perspective in 1908, when many Civil War veterans were still alive, when the wounds to North and South were still fresh, and when no event more cataclysmic had struck the Republic than a Civil War that began less than 100 years after the Revolution for Independence. Poets in this volume include: John Greenleaf Whittier, William Cullen Bryant, Herman Melville, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Bret Harte, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Walt Whitman, and Julia Ward Howe. - Summary by Ed Humpal |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-american-history-volume-4-the-civil-war-by-various/ |
volume fascinating reflection civil war years perspective 1908 many civil war veterans still alive wounds north south still fresh event cataclysmic struck republic civil war began less 100 years revolution independence poets volume include john greenleaf whittier william cullen bryant herman melville henry wadsworth longfellow ralph waldo emerson bret harte oliver wendell holmes walt whitman julia ward howe summary ed humpal |
| 10607 |
10553 |
11205 |
Dschinnistan oder Auserlesene Feen- und Geistermärchen |
Christoph Martin Wieland |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dschinnistan ist eine Sammlung entzückender Rokoko-Märchen für Erwachsene, entstanden in der Tradition der französischen Feenmärchen und unter dem Einfluss der ersten Übersetzungen der Märchen aus 1001 Nacht. Das Thema ist häufig der Kontrast zwischen innerer und äußerer Schönheit - ein großes Thema für die schönheitsbesessene Zeit des Rokoko, das bei dem Jugend- und Schönheitswahn unserer Zeit wieder sehr relevant ist. Dabei geht es sehr abenteuerlich und zauberhaft zu. Wir reisen auf den Schwingen der Fantasie in märchenhafte, oft orientalisch angehauchte Länder und kämpfen mit den Helden gegen böse Zauberer, grausliche Hexen und schreckliche Ungeheuer. - Zusammenfassung von Hokuspokus |
German |
1786 |
https://librivox.org/dschinnistan-oder-auserlesene-feen-und-geistermaerchen-by-christoph-martin-wieland/ |
dschinnistan ist eine sammlung entzückender rokoko märchen für erwachsene entstanden der tradition der französischen feenmärchen und unter dem einfluss der ersten übersetzungen der märchen aus 1001 nacht das thema ist häufig der kontrast zwischen innerer und äußerer schönheit ein großes thema für die schönheitsbesessene zeit des rokoko das bei dem jugend und schönheitswahn unserer zeit wieder sehr relevant ist dabei geht es sehr abenteuerlich und zauberhaft zu wir reisen auf den schwingen der fantasie märchenhafte oft orientalisch angehauchte länder und kämpfen mit den helden gegen böse zauberer grausliche hexen und schreckliche ungeheuer zusammenfassung von hokuspokus |
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10554 |
11206 |
Insects |
John Clare |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Clare was an English poet, the son of a farm labourer, who came to be known for his celebratory representations of the English countryside and his lamentation of its disruption. His poetry underwent a major re-evaluation in the late 20th century, and he is now often considered to be among the most important 19th-century poets. His biographer Jonathan Bate states that Clare was "the greatest labouring-class poet that England has ever produced. No one has ever written more powerfully of nature, of a rural childhood, and of the alienated and unstable self". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/insects-by-john-clare/ |
john clare english poet son farm labourer came known celebratory representations english countryside lamentation disruption poetry underwent major re evaluation late 20th century often considered among important 19th century poets biographer jonathan bate states clare the greatest labouring class poet england ever produced one ever written powerfully nature rural childhood alienated unstable self summary wikipedia |
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10555 |
11207 |
Gadfly |
Ethel Lilian Voynich |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
An adventure thriller set in 1840s Italy under the dominance of Austria, a time of revolt and uprisings. The story of faith, disillusionment, revolution, romance, and heroism centres on the life of the protagonist, Arthur Burton, member of the Youth movement; his antagonist, Padre Montanelli; and his love Gemma. - Summary by Wikipedia and Mark Chulsky</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-gadfly-by-ethel-lilian-voynich/ |
adventure thriller set 1840s italy dominance austria time revolt uprisings story faith disillusionment revolution romance heroism centres life protagonist arthur burton member youth movement antagonist padre montanelli love gemma summary wikipedia mark chulsky p |
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10573 |
11225 |
Little Colonel's Knight Comes Riding |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Family |
In the previous book in this series, Lloyd was the maid of honor, but now it will be the Little Colonel's turn to be the bride. But who will be the groom? Will it be one of our old friends from previous books such as Malcolm MacIntyre, Rob Moore, Alex Shelby, Phil Tremont, or Jack Ware . . .or perhaps a new Knight that comes riding! (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-knight-comes-riding-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
previous book series lloyd maid honor little colonel s turn bride groom one old friends previous books malcolm macintyre rob moore alex shelby phil tremont jack ware or perhaps new knight comes riding summary maria therese |
| 10611 |
10556 |
11208 |
Two Diaries From Middle St. John's, Berkeley, South Carolina, February - May, 1865 |
Mary Rhodes Waring Henagan |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
Two diaries from Middle St. John’s, Berkeley, South Carolina, February – May, 1865. Journals kept by Miss Susan R. Jervey and Miss Charlotte St. Julien Ravenel, at Northampton and Poooshee Plantations, and reminiscences of Mrs. (Waring) Henagan. With two contemporary reports from Federal officials. Published by the St. John’s Hunting Club, Middle St. Johns, Berkeley, South Carolina, 1921. - Summary by Book title and david wales</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/two-diaries-from-middle-st-johns-berkeley-south-carolina-february-may-1865-by-susan-r-jervey/ |
two diaries middle st john s berkeley south carolina february may 1865 journals kept miss susan r jervey miss charlotte st julien ravenel northampton poooshee plantations reminiscences mrs waring henagan two contemporary reports federal officials published st john s hunting club middle st johns berkeley south carolina 1921 summary book title david wales p |
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10557 |
11209 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 09. September 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the September Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>The Recent Earthquake Wave on the Coast of Japan, by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore</li>\n<li>The Return of Dr Nansen</li>\n<li>Descriptive Topographic Terms of Spanish America, by Robert T. Hill</li>\n<li>The Weather Bureau River and Flood System, by Willis L. Moore</li>\n<li>Charles Francis Hall and Jones Sound</li>\n<li>Mineral Productions in the United States</li>\n<li>Reports of Sealing Schooners from Tuscarora Deep, by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore</li>\n<li>Geographic Notes</li>\n<li>The American Association at Buffalo</li>\n<li>The Death of G. Brown Goode</li></ul>\n<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-09-september-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly september number br includes following articles br ul li the recent earthquake wave coast japan eliza ruhamah scidmore li li the return dr nansen li li descriptive topographic terms spanish america robert t hill li li the weather bureau river flood system willis l moore li li charles francis hall jones sound li li mineral productions united states li li reports sealing schooners tuscarora deep eliza ruhamah scidmore li li geographic notes li li the american association buffalo li li the death g brown goode li ul br |
| 10613 |
10558 |
11210 |
Goin' Home To-Day |
Will Carleton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William McKendree Carleton was an American poet. Carleton's poems were most often about his rural life.\n"What Robert Burns did for the Scottish cotter and the Reverend William Barnes has done for the English farmer, Will Carleton has done for the American--touched with the glamour of poetry the simple and monotonous events of daily life, and shown that all circumstances of life, however trivial they may appear, possess those alternations of the comic and pathetic, the good and bad, the joyful and sorrowful, which go to make up the days and nights, the summers and winters, of this perplexing world". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/goin-home-to-day-by-will-carleton/ |
william mckendree carleton american poet carleton s poems often rural life what robert burns scottish cotter reverend william barnes done english farmer carleton done american touched glamour poetry simple monotonous events daily life shown circumstances life however trivial may appear possess alternations comic pathetic good bad joyful sorrowful go make days nights summers winters perplexing world summary wikipedia |
| 10614 |
10559 |
11211 |
Littlest One - His Book |
Marion St. John Webb |
Poetry |
A delightful collection of humorous childrens' verse, describing the life and feelings of a little boy. - Summary by Caro Davy |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-littlest-one-his-book-by-marion-st-john-webb/ |
delightful collection humorous childrens verse describing life feelings little boy summary caro davy |
| 10615 |
10560 |
11212 |
My Airships: The Story of My Life |
Alberto Santos-Dumont |
Biography & Autobiography |
The delightful tale of <i>"le petit Santos"</i> as he dances through the sky above the City of Light at the dawn of the aerial age.<br>A note to the listener: Throughout this story the author makes several references to helpful figures and illustrations. These may be found upon the corresponding pages in the <a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42344">Project Gutenberg e-book</a>. (Summary by Scott Danneker) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/my-airships-the-story-of-my-life-by-alberto-santos-dumont/ |
delightful tale i le petit santos i dances sky city light dawn aerial age br a note listener throughout story author makes several references helpful figures illustrations may found upon corresponding pages a href https www gutenberg org ebooks 42344 project gutenberg e book a summary scott danneker |
| 10616 |
10561 |
11213 |
Dr. Allinson's cookery book |
Thomas Richard Allinson |
Cooking |
This is a cookbook promoting vegetarian recipes. The author of the book, Dr. Thomas Allinson, had strong views about health issues - he promoted vegetarian cooking and wholegrain bread, among other things which are less popular today. His cookbook also includes many references to healthy lifestyle and how to avoid unhealthy food. Many of the recipes can easily be followed by modern cooks. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dr-allinsons-cookery-book-by-thomas-richard-allinson/ |
cookbook promoting vegetarian recipes author book dr thomas allinson strong views health issues promoted vegetarian cooking wholegrain bread among things less popular today cookbook also includes many references healthy lifestyle avoid unhealthy food many recipes easily followed modern cooks summary carolin |
| 10617 |
10562 |
11214 |
World's Famous Orations, Vol. I: Greece |
William Jennings Bryan |
Antiquity |
This is the first volume in the ten volume collection of the world's most famous orations, as compiled by William Jennings Bryant and Francis Whiting Halsey. The first volume concerns ancient Greece, and contains such famous persons as Achilles, Pericles, and Socrates, with their most famous (legendary or traditional) orations and speeches. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-famous-orations-vol-i-by-various/ |
first volume ten volume collection world s famous orations compiled william jennings bryant francis whiting halsey first volume concerns ancient greece contains famous persons achilles pericles socrates famous legendary traditional orations speeches summary carolin |
| 10618 |
10574 |
11226 |
Aunt Hannah and Martha and John |
Mrs. C. M. Livingston |
Christian Fiction |
Aunt Hannah's fondest wish had been that her nephew John would marry a local girl and take over the family farm. Trouble was, John was never very interested in the farm and followed his own path, first to college and then to seminary. Now he was settling into his first pastorate and as anyone could see, his wife Mattie was simply not fit to be a housekeeper or a pastor's wife in a country church. If only he had listened to his Aunt Hannah! (Summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/aunt-hannah-and-martha-and-john-by-pansy/ |
aunt hannah s fondest wish nephew john would marry local girl take family farm trouble was john never interested farm followed path first college seminary settling first pastorate anyone could see wife mattie simply fit housekeeper pastor s wife country church listened aunt hannah summary maryann |
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10563 |
11215 |
Moonstone (version 2) |
Wilkie Collins |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Said to be the first detective novel ever written, it is wonderful for its blending of the intrigues of romance with the conventional sleights of hand of the mystery novel. Marvellous also for its sensitive portrayal of traditionally outsider characters - the hunchbacked girl who dies for love, the dying Jewish doctor who enables resolution of the mystery, the tricky Hindu conjurors who only seek the restoration of their sacred gem. Hilarious at times, The Moonstone is also a deeply felt example of the storyteller's art. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-moonstone-by-wilkie-collins-version-2/ |
said first detective novel ever written wonderful blending intrigues romance conventional sleights hand mystery novel marvellous also sensitive portrayal traditionally outsider characters hunchbacked girl dies love dying jewish doctor enables resolution mystery tricky hindu conjurors seek restoration sacred gem hilarious times moonstone also deeply felt example storyteller s art summary tony addison |
| 10620 |
10564 |
11216 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 1: The Borgias and the Cenci (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
Dumas's 'Celebrated Crimes' was not written for children. The novelist has spared no language--has minced no words--to describe the violent scenes of a violent time.\n\nIn some instances facts appear distorted out of their true perspective, and in others the author makes unwarranted charges. The careful, mature reader, for whom the books are intended, will recognize, and allow for, this fact. (from publisher's note)\n\nThe first volume comprises the annals of the Borgias and the Cenci. The name of the noted and notorious Florentine family has become a synonym for intrigue and violence, and yet the Borgias have not been without stanch defenders in history.\n\nAnother famous Italian story is that of the Cenci. The beautiful Beatrice Cenci--celebrated in the painting of Guido, the sixteenth century romance of Guerrazi, and the poetic tragedy of Shelley, not to mention numerous succeeding works inspired by her hapless fate—will always remain a shadowy figure and one of infinite pathos. ( From introduction) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-1-the-borgias-and-the-cenci-version-2-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dumas s celebrated crimes written children novelist spared language has minced words to describe violent scenes violent time instances facts appear distorted true perspective others author makes unwarranted charges careful mature reader books intended recognize allow for fact from publisher s note first volume comprises annals borgias cenci name noted notorious florentine family become synonym intrigue violence yet borgias without stanch defenders history another famous italian story cenci beautiful beatrice cenci celebrated painting guido sixteenth century romance guerrazi poetic tragedy shelley mention numerous succeeding works inspired hapless fate will always remain shadowy figure one infinite pathos introduction |
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10565 |
11217 |
Horse Shoe |
Edward G. Flight |
Poetry |
An hilarious telling in verse of the tale of St. Dunstan and the Devil, in which the Saint, angered by the Devil's mocking of his music-making, responds by shoeing Old Clootie forcibly which, despite the fact he has a hoof, causes him extreme pain. Thereafter every place that shows a horseshoe over its door is safe from the doings of the Devil. Brilliantly lively illustrations by Cruickshank for those who follow the link to the text. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/the-horse-shoe-by-edward-g-flight/ |
hilarious telling verse tale st dunstan devil saint angered devil s mocking music making responds shoeing old clootie forcibly which despite fact hoof causes extreme pain thereafter every place shows horseshoe door safe doings devil brilliantly lively illustrations cruickshank follow link text summary tony addison |
| 10622 |
10566 |
11218 |
Unfinished Story |
Richard Harding Davis |
Romance |
A very congenial dinner party is ongoing. Among the distinguished guests are also one author and one painter, who have just been told that their work does not reflect reality. Their work is good, of course, but reality is different than in the paintings and in the novels. Suddenly and unexpectedly, the young explorer Gordon says that sometimes, life contains stories so outrageous that they would never be printed in novels. He has one to tell as an example. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/an-unfinished-story-by-richard-harding-davis/ |
congenial dinner party ongoing among distinguished guests also one author one painter told work reflect reality work good course reality different paintings novels suddenly unexpectedly young explorer gordon says sometimes life contains stories outrageous would never printed novels one tell example summary carolin |
| 10623 |
10567 |
11219 |
Historia verdadera de la conquista de la Nueva España |
Bernal Díaz del Castillo |
Early Modern |
Bernal Díaz del Castillo, conquistador español, participó en la conquista de México. En su Historia verdadera de la conquista de la Nueva España apura las verdades, sin omitir los problemas, para dejar claro cual fue su actitud y la de los otros conquistadores. La historia se presenta en un modo brillante que ha apasionado siempre a los lectores. - Summary by Tux |
Spanish |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/historia-verdadera-de-la-conquista-de-la-nueva-espana-by-bernal-diaz-del-castillo/ |
bernal díaz del castillo conquistador español participó en la conquista de méxico en su historia verdadera de la conquista de la nueva españa apura las verdades sin omitir los problemas para dejar claro cual fue su actitud la de los otros conquistadores la historia se presenta en un modo brillante que ha apasionado siempre los lectores summary tux |
| 10624 |
10568 |
11220 |
Short Poetry Collection 168 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 40 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for May 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-168-by-various/ |
collection 40 poems read librivox volunteers may 2017 |
| 10625 |
10569 |
11221 |
Morning Bells; Or, Waking Thoughts for Little Ones |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Religion |
Thirty-one brief morning devotionals, simple enough for the child audience for which they were written, but also inspiring for adults needing some spiritual refreshment. ( Jael Baldwin) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/morning-bells-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
thirty one brief morning devotionals simple enough child audience written also inspiring adults needing spiritual refreshment jael baldwin |
| 10626 |
10570 |
11222 |
Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Letitia, Aggie and Lizzie are at it again, solving mysteries, getting into scrapes. Is there no end to the antics of these three spinster ladies? A murder at a hospital, reuniting lovers, a mangy dog or does it have fleas? The hilarious and often perilous adventures of Letitia Carberry. - Summary by Sandra<br>\n<b>More stories at LibriVox </b><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">Tish: The Chronicle of Her Escapades and Excursions</a> <br>\n <a href="https://librivox.org/more-tish-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/">More Tish</a>\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/amazing-adventures-letitia-carberry-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
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| 10627 |
10576 |
11228 |
Hieroglyphic Tales |
Horace Walpole |
Gothic Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Surreal and satirical, these stories by the eighteenth century man of letters, Whig politician, art historian and antiquarian are '"...mere whimsical trifles, written chiefly for private entertainment, and for private amusement... an attempt to vary the stale and beaten class of stories and novels, which, though works of invention, are almost always devoid of imagination...." Horace Walpole - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/hieroglyphic-tales-by-horace-walpole/ |
surreal satirical stories eighteenth century man letters whig politician art historian antiquarian mere whimsical trifles written chiefly private entertainment private amusement attempt vary stale beaten class stories novels which though works invention almost always devoid imagination horace walpole summary barbara2 |
| 10628 |
10577 |
11229 |
Sir Harry Wildair |
George Farquhar |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
This sequel to the Jubilee [The Constant Couple, or A Trip to the Jubilee] appeared at Drury Lane in 1701, and was almost as popular as its predecessor. The smartness of the dialogue, the witty comment upon the fashions of the hour, the movement of the story, the vice and flippancy exhibited by its chief character, all specially appealed to the audience before whom it was produced, and the comedy had a run of several nights. - (Summary from Text Intro) \n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSir Harry Wildair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nBanter, Beau, a younger Brother to Sir Harry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nColonel Standard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>\nCaptain Fireball, a Naval Officer, Brother to Colonel Standard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nMonsieur Le Marquis, a sharping Refugee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nClincher, the Jubilee Beau turned Polititian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10528">K. Adrian Stroet</a><br>\nDicky, Servant to Sir Harry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nShark, Servant to Captain Fireball: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLord Bellamy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nRemnant, a Tailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nLady Lurewell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nAngelica: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nParly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLady 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nLady 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11191">Carolyn Agee</a><br>\nChambermaid 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a><br>\nChambermaid 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/sir-harry-wildair-by-george-farquhar/ |
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| 10629 |
10578 |
11230 |
House, Garden and Field: A Collection of Short Nature Studies |
Louis Compton Miall |
Nature |
<p>"Nature study seeks above all things to develop the earliest rudiments of the scientific discover." L. C. Miall\n<br><br>\nThis book contains a collection of short essays on numerous nature and natural history subjects. While they were collected together as suitable starting points for nature lessons for school children by Louis Compton Miall, Professor of Biology at the Univerity of Leeds in 1905, these essays are fascinating listening today for nature enthusiasts of all ages. - Summary by J. M. Smalheer</p>\n\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/house-garden-and-field-a-collection-of-short-nature-studies-by-louis-compton-miall/ |
p nature study seeks things develop earliest rudiments scientific discover l c miall br br book contains collection short essays numerous nature natural history subjects collected together suitable starting points nature lessons school children louis compton miall professor biology univerity leeds 1905 essays fascinating listening today nature enthusiasts ages summary j m smalheer p |
| 10630 |
10579 |
11231 |
Erie Waters |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"Her death is not only a great loss to those who knew and loved her: it is a great loss to Canadian literature and to the Canadian nation. I must think that she will hold a memorable place among poets in virtue of her descent and also in virtue of the work she has left behind, small as the quantity of that work is. I believe that Canada will, in future times, cherish her memory more and more, for of all Canadian poets she was the most distinctly a daughter of the soil, inasmuch as she inherited the blood of the great primeval race now so rapidly vanishing, and of the greater race that has supplanted it." (Theodore Watts-Dunton, from the Introduction to Flint and Feather) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/erie-waters-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
her death great loss knew loved her great loss canadian literature canadian nation must think hold memorable place among poets virtue descent also virtue work left behind small quantity work is believe canada will future times cherish memory more canadian poets distinctly daughter soil inasmuch inherited blood great primeval race rapidly vanishing greater race supplanted it theodore watts dunton introduction flint feather |
| 10631 |
10580 |
11232 |
United States Constitution and Amendments |
United States Government |
History , Law, Political Science |
The Constitution is the charter of government and the supreme law of the United States of America. It was signed by delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 17, 1787. The first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, were ratified together in 1791. Amendments 11 through 27 were ratified separately from 1795 through 1992. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/united-states-constitution-and-amendments-by-united-states-government/ |
constitution charter government supreme law united states america signed delegates constitutional convention philadelphia pennsylvania september 17 1787 first 10 amendments known bill rights ratified together 1791 amendments 11 27 ratified separately 1795 1992 summary laurie anne walden |
| 10632 |
10581 |
11233 |
Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds |
Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle |
*Non-fiction, Early Modern, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
This book is a popular science book written in the late 1600s. It is written as a series of conversations between a gallant philosopher and a countess, while walking in her garden and gazing at the stars. The philosopher explains the heliocentric (sun as the centre) model of the solar system and also muses on the possibility of extraterrestrial life. While it explains the heliocentric model, unlike other astronomy works of the time, it did not attract the attention of the Church. (Summary by TriciaG, modified from Wikipedia) |
English |
1715 |
https://librivox.org/conversations-on-the-plurality-of-worlds-by-bernard-le-bovier-de-fontenelle/ |
book popular science book written late 1600s written series conversations gallant philosopher countess walking garden gazing stars philosopher explains heliocentric sun centre model solar system also muses possibility extraterrestrial life explains heliocentric model unlike astronomy works time attract attention church summary triciag modified wikipedia |
| 10633 |
10582 |
11234 |
Inner Life |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Essays & Short Works |
John Greenleaf Whittier was an influential American Quaker poet and ardent advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. He is usually listed as one of the Fireside Poets. Whittier was strongly influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. In this book, John Whittier elaborates the Conflict With Slavery, Politics and Reform. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-inner-life-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
john greenleaf whittier influential american quaker poet ardent advocate abolition slavery united states usually listed one fireside poets whittier strongly influenced scottish poet robert burns book john whittier elaborates conflict slavery politics reform |
| 10634 |
10584 |
11236 |
Life of Nelson |
Robert Southey |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
In 1813, the year that he was appointed Poet Laureate, Robert Southey published "The Life of Nelson". Horatio, Lord Viscount Nelson was Britain's greatest Naval hero who had been killed during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 during which he had issued that famous message to the fleet; "England expects that every man will do his duty."<br><br>In a preface to the first edition, Southey wrote: "Many Lives of Nelson have been written; one is yet wanting, clear and concise enough to become a manual for the young sailor, which he may carry about with him till he has treasured it up for example in his memory and in his heart. In attempting such a work I shall write the eulogy of our great national hero, for the best eulogy of NELSON is the faithful history of his actions, and the best history must be that which shall relate them most perspicuously." \nNelson's example as a seaman was considered so exemplary and Southey's biography so laudable that the American Government gave a copy of the book to every officer and seaman in their fleet. (Summary by Noel Badrian) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-nelson-by-robert-southey/ |
1813 year appointed poet laureate robert southey published the life nelson horatio lord viscount nelson britain s greatest naval hero killed battle trafalgar 1805 issued famous message fleet england expects every man duty br br in preface first edition southey wrote many lives nelson written one yet wanting clear concise enough become manual young sailor may carry till treasured example memory heart attempting work shall write eulogy great national hero best eulogy nelson faithful history actions best history must shall relate perspicuously nelson s example seaman considered exemplary southey s biography laudable american government gave copy book every officer seaman fleet summary noel badrian |
| 10635 |
10585 |
11237 |
Torah (JPSA) 04: Numbers |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles |
According to Jewish tradition the 5 books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy) are read and studied each year. In order to complete the study, the 5 books are separated into sections (parshah). The fourth book of the Pentateuch - Numbers. Presented according to weekly parshah. \nPraised are You, Adonai, Our G_d, ruler of the Universe, who has made us holy with commandments and commanded us to engage in the study of Torah. (Parshat descriptions provided by Wikipedia.)\n |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/torah-jpsa-04-numbers-by-jewish-publication-society-of-america/ |
according jewish tradition 5 books moses genesis exodus leviticus numbers deuteronomy read studied year order complete study 5 books separated sections parshah fourth book pentateuch numbers presented according weekly parshah praised you adonai g_d ruler universe made us holy commandments commanded us engage study torah parshat descriptions provided wikipedia |
| 10636 |
10586 |
11238 |
Walking-Stick Papers |
Robert Cortes Holliday |
*Non-fiction |
Robert Cortes Holliday (1880 – 1947) was an American writer and literary editor. Writer and friend, Christopher Morley, wrote of Holliday: "[he] has the genuine gift of the personal essay, mellow, fluent, and pleasantly eccentric." This is a 1918 selection of his essays. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/walking-stick-papers-by-robert-cortes-holliday/ |
robert cortes holliday 1880 1947 american writer literary editor writer friend christopher morley wrote holliday he genuine gift personal essay mellow fluent pleasantly eccentric 1918 selection essays summary david wales |
| 10637 |
10587 |
11239 |
Threads of Grey and Gold |
Myrtle Reed |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories and poems by Myrtle Reed. Many of the stories are short romances, and they share the unique, nostalgic, sometimes melancholy atmosphere so characteristic of Myrtle Reed's stories. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/threads-of-grey-and-gold-by-myrtle-reed/ |
collection short stories poems myrtle reed many stories short romances share unique nostalgic sometimes melancholy atmosphere characteristic myrtle reed s stories summary carolin |
| 10638 |
10588 |
11240 |
Miserables: Tomo I |
Victor Hugo |
Literary Fiction |
Los miserables (título original en francés: Les misérables) es una novela del político, poeta y escritor francés Victor Hugo publicada en 1862, considerada como una de las obras más conocidas del siglo XIX. La novela, de estilo romántico, plantea a través de su argumento un razonamiento sobre el bien y el mal, sobre la ley, la política, la ética, la justicia y la religión. El autor confesó que se había inspirado en Vidocq, criminal francés que se redimió y acabó inaugurando la Policía Nacional francesa, para crear a los dos protagonistas y que la historia de su país le había inspirado para situar el contexto histórico: por ello, los personajes viven la Rebelión de junio (1832) y los posteriores cambios políticos. Además, el autor analiza los estereotipos de aquel momento y muestra su oposición a la pena de muerte. En su núcleo, al fin, la novela sirve como una defensa de los oprimidos sea cual sea el lugar o situación sociohistórica que vivan. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Spanish |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/los-miserables-by-victor-hugo/ |
los miserables título original en francés les misérables es una novela del político poeta escritor francés victor hugo publicada en 1862 considerada como una de las obras más conocidas del siglo xix la novela de estilo romántico plantea través de su argumento un razonamiento sobre el bien el mal sobre la ley la política la ética la justicia la religión el autor confesó que se había inspirado en vidocq criminal francés que se redimió acabó inaugurando la policía nacional francesa para crear los dos protagonistas que la historia de su país le había inspirado para situar el contexto histórico por ello los personajes viven la rebelión de junio 1832 los posteriores cambios políticos además el autor analiza los estereotipos de aquel momento muestra su oposición la pena de muerte en su núcleo al fin la novela sirve como una defensa de los oprimidos sea cual sea el lugar situación sociohistórica que vivan summary wikipedia |
| 10639 |
10589 |
11241 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 023 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 15 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-023-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 15 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
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11242 |
Marmion: A Tale of Flodden Field |
Sir Walter Scott |
Ballads |
Marmion is an epic poem in six cantos, written in emulation of the ancient Scottish minstrel style which was of such great interest to Scott. Unlike its predecessor, The Lay of the Last Minstrel, this one contains "introductions" to each canto, in the guise of poetic letters which serve the purpose of linking the ancient historical setting with Scott's contemporaneous society - a device which attracted some criticism.<br></br>The story of Lord Marmion and his arch-enemy Harold de Wilton is told with Scott's familiar swirling dark flair, combining a complex tale of intrigue, inconstancy and deception with the historical details of the Battle of Flodden Field, in which the English forces routed those of Scotland, killing the Scottish king. - Summary by Peter Tucker |
English |
1808 |
https://librivox.org/marmion-a-tale-of-flodden-field-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
marmion epic poem six cantos written emulation ancient scottish minstrel style great interest scott unlike predecessor lay last minstrel one contains introductions canto guise poetic letters serve purpose linking ancient historical setting scott s contemporaneous society device attracted criticism br br the story lord marmion arch enemy harold de wilton told scott s familiar swirling dark flair combining complex tale intrigue inconstancy deception historical details battle flodden field english forces routed scotland killing scottish king summary peter tucker |
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10591 |
11243 |
Dark Frigate |
Charles Boardman Hawes |
Action & Adventure |
The frigate Rose of Devon rescues from a wreck in mid-ocean twelve men who show their gratitude by seizing the Rose, killing her captain and sailing toward the Caribbean where they hope to plunder Spanish towns and galleons. Mistaking an English man-of-war for a merchantman, they are captured and brought back to England for trial. Only one, an English lad, Philip Marsham, a member of the original crew of the Rose, is acquitted; and he, after adventures in the forces of King Charles, tires of Cromwell's England and sails for Barbados once more on the Rose of Devon. <br><br>\n<i>The Dark Frigate</i> has long been a favorite story for boys and in 1924 was awarded the John Newbery Medal, given annually "for the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."<br><br>\nWhen <i>The Dark Frigate</i> was first published F. F. Van deWater in The New York Tribune said: "No one, we think, has written so perfect a pirate tale since <i>Treasure Island</i>." (from the dustjacket of the first edition) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-dark-frigate-by-charles-boardman-hawes/ |
frigate rose devon rescues wreck mid ocean twelve men show gratitude seizing rose killing captain sailing toward caribbean hope plunder spanish towns galleons mistaking english man of war merchantman captured brought back england trial one english lad philip marsham member original crew rose acquitted he adventures forces king charles tires cromwell s england sails barbados rose devon br br i the dark frigate i long favorite story boys 1924 awarded john newbery medal given annually for distinguished contribution american literature children br br i the dark frigate i first published f f van dewater new york tribune said no one think written perfect pirate tale since i treasure island i from dustjacket first edition |
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10592 |
11244 |
Sirens Three -- Queen Summer |
Walter Crane |
Single author |
Walter Crane (1845 - 1915) was a renowned artist and the illustrator of numerous books, among them "The Happy Prince and Other Stories" by Oscar Wilde and Edmund Spenser's "Faerie Queene" as well as many collections of Fairy Stories. He is considered as one of the most influential and indeed prolific illustrators and creators of children's books. <br><br>This is a recording of two short books containing one poem each written and beautifully illustrated by Crane, "The Sirens Three" from 1886 (black and white illustrations in the second section of the book) and "Queen Summer" from 1891 (with coloured illustrations). (Summary by Noel Badrian) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-sirens-three-queen-summer-by-walter-crane/ |
walter crane 1845 1915 renowned artist illustrator numerous books among the happy prince stories oscar wilde edmund spenser s faerie queene well many collections fairy stories considered one influential indeed prolific illustrators creators children s books br br this recording two short books containing one poem written beautifully illustrated crane the sirens three 1886 black white illustrations second section book queen summer 1891 with coloured illustrations summary noel badrian |
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10593 |
11245 |
Taras Bulba and Other Tales |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Epistolary Fiction |
A collection of classic Russian literature from the mind of one of the world's well know authors. The collection includes Taras Bulba, St. John's Eve, The Cloak, How The Two Ivans Quarrelled, The Mysterious Portrait, and The Calash. - Summary by afutterer |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/taras-bulba-and-other-tales-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
collection classic russian literature mind one world s well know authors collection includes taras bulba st john s eve cloak two ivans quarrelled mysterious portrait calash summary afutterer |
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10594 |
11246 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 046 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
<p>Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include meteor showers, smallpox inoculation, telegraphy, fear of death, church bell change-ringing , painting as a pastime, prejudice against Jews from Mark Twain's perspective, the view from Braddock Heights, Maryland, philosophical reflections by Saint Bonaventure, Paracelsus, and Friedrich Jacobi, letters written by Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe, and eulogies to Alexander Hamilton and John Keats.<br><br>The Degrees of Ascension to God by Saint Bonaventure was translated by Thomas Davidson.</p>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-046-by-various/ |
p twenty short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include meteor showers smallpox inoculation telegraphy fear death church bell change ringing painting pastime prejudice jews mark twain s perspective view braddock heights maryland philosophical reflections saint bonaventure paracelsus friedrich jacobi letters written thomas jefferson james monroe eulogies alexander hamilton john keats br br the degrees ascension god saint bonaventure translated thomas davidson p |
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10595 |
11247 |
Hand in the Dark |
Arthur J. Rees |
Detective Fiction |
An ancient English country house with a storied and bloody history is the setting for this intriguing mystery. It is the autumn of 1918. The War to End All Wars is still raging in Europe, but in this peaceful setting a bored young wife hosts a party for friends from London, including war workers, servicemen, and a famous explorer and expert on jewels. Hours later she is dead of a gunshot wound, an heirloom pearl necklace is missing, and Scotland Yard is homing in on possibly the wrong suspect. Can the famous private detective Mr. Colwyn bring the murderer to justice? - Summary by Jacquerie |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-hand-in-the-dark-by-arthur-j-rees/ |
ancient english country house storied bloody history setting intriguing mystery autumn 1918 war end wars still raging europe peaceful setting bored young wife hosts party friends london including war workers servicemen famous explorer expert jewels hours later dead gunshot wound heirloom pearl necklace missing scotland yard homing possibly wrong suspect famous private detective mr colwyn bring murderer justice summary jacquerie |
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10596 |
11248 |
Summer's Ending |
Andrew Lang |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/summers-ending-by-andrew-lang/ |
andrew lang scottish poet novelist literary critic contributor field anthropology best known collector folk fairy tales andrew lang lectures university st andrews named him summary wikipedia |
| 10647 |
10597 |
11249 |
Brief Lives Volume II |
John Aubrey |
Memoirs |
Volume 2 of Aubrey's sparkling gossipy biographical pieces on his contemporaries, including Bacon, Jonson and Shakespeare, Brief Lives' glimpses into the unofficial side of these towering figures has won it an undying popularity, with Ruth Scurr's recent reimagined "autobiography" of Aubrey, breathing new life into this classic for the next generation of readers - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/brief-lives-volume-ii-by-john-aubrey/ |
volume 2 aubrey s sparkling gossipy biographical pieces contemporaries including bacon jonson shakespeare brief lives glimpses unofficial side towering figures undying popularity ruth scurr s recent reimagined autobiography aubrey breathing new life classic next generation readers summary nicole lee |
| 10648 |
10598 |
11250 |
Corporal Cameron of the North West Mounted Police - A Tale of the Macleod Trail |
Ralph Connor |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Cameron, a young man from Edinburgh, is a university student who is a rising star on the football team. When the big day comes and he nearly fails his team, he doubts he'll ever be good for anything ever again. Things soon take a turn downward and Cameron is forced to face the fact that his only option may be leaving all he's ever known and going to Canada for a new start. Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/corporal-cameron-by-ralph-connor/ |
cameron young man edinburgh university student rising star football team big day comes nearly fails team doubts he ll ever good anything ever again things soon take turn downward cameron forced face fact option may leaving he s ever known going canada new start summary adele de pignerolles |
| 10649 |
10599 |
11251 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 02: Éxodo |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Bibles |
Éxodo es la narración de cómo Dios cumplió la promesa que hizo a Abraham de multiplicar sus descendientes y convertirlos en una nación grande, cómo los liberó de la esclavitud en Egipto, los llevó a la tierra prometida, y luego los unió a sí mismo mediante un pacto que hizo con ellos en el Monte Sinaí. Moisés, bajo el mando directo de Dios y como líder de Israel, recibió los Diez Mandamientos de Dios, junto con otras leyes, que rigen la vida diaria y la manera de rendir culto de Israel. También dirigió la nación para la construcción del tabernáculo, un lugar donde la presencia de Dios podría habitar entre su pueblo y donde podrían hacer sacrificios por el pecado. La mayoría de los Judíos y Cristianos reconocen a Moisés como el autor del libro de Éxodo, escrito poco después de la salida de Egipto (alrededor de 1445 aC).\n\nExodus is the story of how God fulfilled the promise He made to Abraham to multiply his descendants and turn them into a great nation, how He freed from slavery in Egypt, led them to the promised land, and then joined himself to them by a covenant he made with them at Mount Sinai. Moses, under the direct command of God and as leader of Israel, received the Ten Commandments of God, along with other laws that govern daily life and the way of worship of Israel. He also led the nation to build the tabernacle, a place where God's presence among his people could dwell and where they could make sacrifices for sin. Most Jews and Christians recognize Moses as the author of the book of Exodus, written shortly after the exodus from Egypt (about 1445 BC).\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-02-exodo-by-reina-valera/ |
éxodo es la narración de cómo dios cumplió la promesa que hizo abraham de multiplicar sus descendientes convertirlos en una nación grande cómo los liberó de la esclavitud en egipto los llevó la tierra prometida luego los unió sí mismo mediante un pacto que hizo con ellos en el monte sinaí moisés bajo el mando directo de dios como líder de israel recibió los diez mandamientos de dios junto con otras leyes que rigen la vida diaria la manera de rendir culto de israel también dirigió la nación para la construcción del tabernáculo un lugar donde la presencia de dios podría habitar entre su pueblo donde podrían hacer sacrificios por el pecado la mayoría de los judíos cristianos reconocen moisés como el autor del libro de éxodo escrito poco después de la salida de egipto alrededor de 1445 ac exodus story god fulfilled promise made abraham multiply descendants turn great nation freed slavery egypt led promised land joined covenant made mount sinai moses direct command god leader israel received ten commandments god along laws govern daily life way worship israel also led nation build tabernacle place god s presence among people could dwell could make sacrifices sin jews christians recognize moses author book exodus written shortly exodus egypt about 1445 bc summary claudia barrett |
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10600 |
11252 |
Wandering Ghosts |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of seven ghost stories by Francis Marion Crawford. The volume includes all of the essential ingredients for good ghost and horror stories, such as mysterious deaths, haunted houses, and even vampires. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/wandering-ghosts-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
collection seven ghost stories francis marion crawford volume includes essential ingredients good ghost horror stories mysterious deaths haunted houses even vampires summary carolin |
| 10651 |
10601 |
11253 |
Country House |
John Galsworthy |
Published 1800 -1900 |
In “The Country House”, John Galsworthy explores many of the themes he would later expand upon in his better known, nine-novel, “The Forsyth Saga”. This is a novel of English society as 1900 approaches. A divorce is being threatened in the Pendyce family, whose members are of the landed gentry. Such an event would be an enormous scandal. There is little action. The story paints, in exquisite language, the feelings of each of the six or so main characters. These feelings concern the necessity for family honor and the horror of scandal; the stifling effect of the social mores of the time; the ridiculous complications of the law; and, the threat of the many changes in the social order which seem to be coming. Galsworthy was himself of this privileged class. While he was extremely critical of the social structure of the time, he shows sympathy for those caught in it. Each is constrained to his or her niche; only by major changes in the social code will that be changed. Gaslworthy was very much a social activist in life, as well as on the printed page. He was quite successful in showing the reader how it must have felt to live in one of those social niches. (Summary by BobR) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-country-house-by-john-galsworthy/ |
the country house john galsworthy explores many themes would later expand upon better known nine novel the forsyth saga novel english society 1900 approaches divorce threatened pendyce family whose members landed gentry event would enormous scandal little action story paints exquisite language feelings six main characters feelings concern necessity family honor horror scandal stifling effect social mores time ridiculous complications law and threat many changes social order seem coming galsworthy privileged class extremely critical social structure time shows sympathy caught it constrained niche major changes social code changed gaslworthy much social activist life well printed page quite successful showing reader must felt live one social niches summary bobr |
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10602 |
11254 |
Fraternity |
John Galsworthy |
Historical Fiction |
A satire of middle-class complacency and artistic aspiration. It is the story of a strange bohemian upper-class love triangle, and of a mystic tract.\n(Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/fraternity-by-john-galsworthy/ |
satire middle class complacency artistic aspiration story strange bohemian upper class love triangle mystic tract summary simon evers |
| 10653 |
10603 |
11255 |
It Might Have Happened to You |
Coningsby Dawson |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a frank eyewitness description of the suffering, starvation in particular, that was widely experienced in Central and Eastern Europe in the aftermath of "The Great War". “It is not stating matters too strongly to say that…peace had caused at least as much misery as the four years’ fury of embattled armies.” It is a powerful political and anti-war statement with scant mention of any battle. – Lee Smalley |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/it-might-have-happened-to-you-by-coningsby-dawson/ |
frank eyewitness description suffering starvation particular widely experienced central eastern europe aftermath the great war it stating matters strongly say that peace caused least much misery four years fury embattled armies powerful political anti war statement scant mention battle lee smalley |
| 10654 |
10604 |
11256 |
Leven van Hillegonda Buisman - deel 3 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Een levensbeschrijving van de ideale Hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw. Deel 3: In dit deel wordt Hillegonda weduwe. - Summary by Marcel Coenders |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/hillegonda-buisman-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een levensbeschrijving van de ideale hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw deel 3 dit deel wordt hillegonda weduwe summary marcel coenders |
| 10655 |
10605 |
11257 |
Stag Cook Book |
Carroll Mac Sheridan |
Cooking |
This book is dedicated to "that great host of bachelors and benedicts alike who have at one time or another tried to 'cook something': and who, in the attempt, have weakened under a fire of feminie raillery and sarcasm, only to spoil what, under more favorable circumstances, would have proved a chef-d'aeuvre." More than 100 famous men contributed recipes to this collection of recipes "by men, for men." - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-stag-cook-book-by-carroll-mac-sheridan/ |
book dedicated that great host bachelors benedicts alike one time another tried cook something who attempt weakened fire feminie raillery sarcasm spoil what favorable circumstances would proved chef d aeuvre 100 famous men contributed recipes collection recipes by men men summary kathrinee |
| 10656 |
10606 |
11258 |
Riverdale Stories: A Story for Little Folks |
Oliver Optic |
General |
A compilation of stories of the children of Riverdale who learn life lessons of how to be kind, polite, and helpful as they grow up. Written by William Taylor Adams under the pen name "Oliver Optic." |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/riverdale-stores-by-william-taylor-adams/ |
compilation stories children riverdale learn life lessons kind polite helpful grow up written william taylor adams pen name oliver optic |
| 10657 |
12668 |
13390 |
Our Lady of the Pillar |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Short Stories |
A ghost story and love story all at once, set in medieval portugal. Don Ruy is in love with Dona Leonor, but her husband has guessed his feelings and hatches a plan. Don Ruy rides right into a trap, but on the way, a dead man joins him and saves his life. - Summary by Carolin</p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/our-lady-of-the-pillar-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
ghost story love story once set medieval portugal ruy love dona leonor husband guessed feelings hatches plan ruy rides right trap way dead man joins saves life summary carolin p |
| 10658 |
10607 |
11259 |
October Vagabonds |
Richard le Gallienne |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Travel Fiction |
<br />Richard and his friend Colin must sadly return from their distant hermitage to New York City at summer's end. However, rather than take the train on the 430 mile trip to the city, the two decide to walk the route, for as Richard stated: "Don't you hate the idea of being hurled along in a train, and suddenly shot into the city again, like a package through a tube?" Certainly a lengthy walk it would be, but the two decide that the trip itself can be the most rewarding, and their trek begins. Along the way, they meet people they never would have met; they witness landscape, nature and habitat which they wouldn't have otherwise seen; and they learn about themselves and their place in the world which they may not have otherwise comprehended. A clever travelogue of two artistic types from first person point of view. - Summary by Roger Melin<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/october-vagabonds-by-richard-le-gallienne/ |
br richard friend colin must sadly return distant hermitage new york city summer s end however rather take train 430 mile trip city two decide walk route richard stated don t hate idea hurled along train suddenly shot city again like package tube certainly lengthy walk would be two decide trip rewarding trek begins along way meet people never would met witness landscape nature habitat otherwise seen learn place world may otherwise comprehended clever travelogue two artistic types first person point view summary roger melin br br |
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10608 |
11260 |
Miss Maitland, Private Secretary |
Geraldine Bonner |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Semi-retired sleuth Molly Morgenthau Babbitts goes undercover as a governess to investigate a robbery at the aristocratic Janney mansion on Long Island. Before Molly can crack the case, a more shocking crime is perpetrated and more mysteries develop, presenting a baffling jumble of clues for Molly to unravel. At the center of the intrigue is Esther Maitland, the family's competent but mysterious private secretary. What is she hiding? Is she really as trustworthy as the family believes she is? |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/miss-maitland-private-secretary-by-geraldine-bonner/ |
semi retired sleuth molly morgenthau babbitts goes undercover governess investigate robbery aristocratic janney mansion long island molly crack case shocking crime perpetrated mysteries develop presenting baffling jumble clues molly unravel center intrigue esther maitland family s competent mysterious private secretary hiding really trustworthy family believes is |
| 10660 |
10609 |
11261 |
John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea |
William Henry Giles Kingston |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is the story of John Deane of Nottingham, a person who, according to the author, really existed. John Deane is born in 1679 to wealthy parents, but starts out in relative poverty, working as a drover around London. He then goes to sea and rises to the rank of Captain of the Navy, but abandons that position to become "Merchant Adventurer". Next he spends some years in Russia, serving Peter the Great on a Russian war ship. When he had enough of that, he became British Consul, and finally spend some years in retirement in his native WIlford by Nottingham, where he died at an old age in 1760. <br></br>Such an eventful life of course contained many interesting adventures, which are in this volume related. There are conspiracies, battles on land and sea, pirates, shipwrecks, natural disasters, kings and queens, friends and foes, damsels in distress, and other great yarns. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/john-deane-of-nottingham-by-william-henry-giles-kingston/ |
story john deane nottingham person who according author really existed john deane born 1679 wealthy parents starts relative poverty working drover around london goes sea rises rank captain navy abandons position become merchant adventurer next spends years russia serving peter great russian war ship enough that became british consul finally spend years retirement native wilford nottingham died old age 1760 br br such eventful life course contained many interesting adventures volume related conspiracies battles land sea pirates shipwrecks natural disasters kings queens friends foes damsels distress great yarns summary carolin |
| 10661 |
10610 |
11262 |
Galopoff, the Talking Pony |
Tudor Jenks |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
These are the fantastic adventures of Galopoff, the talking pony, and his friends. Galopoff experiences some amazing adventures in Russia, meeting some famous people of his time, and joining a circus, until his story finally culminates in a great happy end. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/galopoff-the-talking-pony-by-tudor-jenks/ |
fantastic adventures galopoff talking pony friends galopoff experiences amazing adventures russia meeting famous people time joining circus story finally culminates great happy end summary carolin |
| 10662 |
10611 |
11263 |
Pastiche and Prejudice |
Arthur Bingham Walkley |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
Arthur Bingham Walkley was an exceedingly popular critic, working as a drama critic at The Times alone for no less than 26 years, and writing for several other newspapers and privately besides that. This book of pastiches was completed after he already had more than two decades of work as a theatre critic under his belt, and it draws some brilliant characterisations. Among the literary and historical figures found in the different pastiches are such illustrious figures as Aristotle and Shakespeare, but also more modern phenomena as movies are discussed, along with politicians and other famous persons of the time. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/pastiche-and-prejudice-by-arthur-bingham-walkley/ |
arthur bingham walkley exceedingly popular critic working drama critic times alone less 26 years writing several newspapers privately besides that book pastiches completed already two decades work theatre critic belt draws brilliant characterisations among literary historical figures found different pastiches illustrious figures aristotle shakespeare also modern phenomena movies discussed along politicians famous persons time summary carolin |
| 10663 |
10612 |
11264 |
Confession (Version 2) |
Leo Tolstoy |
Christianity - Other |
Leo Tolstoy's "A Confession," written in 1882 shortly after a life-altering spiritual crisis, is a brutally sincere reflection on life, morality, and the nature of faith. Tolstoy describes in great detail the process by which he lost his faith in established Christian churches, the meaninglessness of wealth and fame, the agony of acute depression, and how he overcame misery and dread through personal study of the teachings of Jesus Christ. Along the way, he contrasts the artificial faith and arrogance of educated people with the genuine faith and humility of the Russian peasant. This work, and others of its ilk, were aggressively censored by the Tsarist regime and directly led to Tolstoy being excommunicated by the Russian Orthodox Church. Summary by Paul Rizik.\n |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/a-confession-version-2-by-leo-tolstoy/ |
leo tolstoy s a confession written 1882 shortly life altering spiritual crisis brutally sincere reflection life morality nature faith tolstoy describes great detail process lost faith established christian churches meaninglessness wealth fame agony acute depression overcame misery dread personal study teachings jesus christ along way contrasts artificial faith arrogance educated people genuine faith humility russian peasant work others ilk aggressively censored tsarist regime directly led tolstoy excommunicated russian orthodox church summary paul rizik |
| 10664 |
10613 |
11266 |
Life of Viscount Palmerston |
Lloyd Charles Sanders |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
This is a short life of Henry John Temple (1784-1865), Third Viscount Palmerston, Great Britain's affable, able, and always available Foreign Secretary, Home Secretary, and Prime Minister. Sanders writes that by 1841 Palmerston "had raised the prestige of England throughout Europe to a height which it had not occupied since Waterloo. He created Belgium, saved Portugal and Spain from absolutism, rescued Turkey from Russia, and the highway to India from France." (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-viscount-palmerston-by-lloyd-charles-sanders/ |
short life henry john temple 1784 1865 third viscount palmerston great britain s affable able always available foreign secretary home secretary prime minister sanders writes 1841 palmerston had raised prestige england throughout europe height occupied since waterloo created belgium saved portugal spain absolutism rescued turkey russia highway india france pamela nagami |
| 10665 |
10614 |
11267 |
His Masterpiece |
Émile Zola |
Historical Fiction |
“His Masterpiece" (“L’Oeuvre”) is a fictionalized account of the Parisian art world in the mid 19th century, and the emerging Realism, Naturalism and Impressionism movements. Emile Zola and Paul Cezanne had been friends from childhood, and the main character of the novel is thought to be largely drawn from Cezanne, as well as from Eduard Manet and Claude Monet. Zola himself appears in the work, in the character of Pierre Sandoz, a novelist. The painter in this story, Claude Lantier, attempts to revolutionize the art establishment, where artists painted in the studio and concentrated on mythological, historical and religious subjects. Instead, Lantier paints outdoors, in natural light, and with commonplace subjects. He gained a small group of supporters and fellow-practitioners in art, literature, architecture and music, but he could never manage to break out, and the public persisted in misunderstanding his aims. Meanwhile the artist sank into obsession and depression. It is believed that the publication of this book, which documents the failure of the artist to realize his potential, led to a permanent rift between Cezanne and Zola. - Summary by Lisa Reichert |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/his-masterpiece-by-emile-zola/ |
his masterpiece l oeuvre fictionalized account parisian art world mid 19th century emerging realism naturalism impressionism movements emile zola paul cezanne friends childhood main character novel thought largely drawn cezanne well eduard manet claude monet zola appears work character pierre sandoz novelist painter story claude lantier attempts revolutionize art establishment artists painted studio concentrated mythological historical religious subjects instead lantier paints outdoors natural light commonplace subjects gained small group supporters fellow practitioners art literature architecture music could never manage break out public persisted misunderstanding aims meanwhile artist sank obsession depression believed publication book documents failure artist realize potential led permanent rift cezanne zola summary lisa reichert |
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10615 |
11268 |
Fog |
Lola Ridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Lola Ridge, born Rose Emily Ridge was an Irish-American anarchist poet and an influential editor of avant-garde, feminist, and Marxist publications. She is best remembered for her long poems and poetic sequences, published in numerous magazines and collected in five books of poetry. Along with other political poets of the early Modernist period, Ridge has received renewed critical attention since the beginning of the 21st century and is praised for making poetry directly from harsh urban life. - Summary by Wikipedia</br>\nThis poem is taken from The Ghetto, and Other Poems, Huebsch, 1918 |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-fog-by-lola-ridge/ |
lola ridge born rose emily ridge irish american anarchist poet influential editor avant garde feminist marxist publications best remembered long poems poetic sequences published numerous magazines collected five books poetry along political poets early modernist period ridge received renewed critical attention since beginning 21st century praised making poetry directly harsh urban life summary wikipedia br poem taken ghetto poems huebsch 1918 |
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11269 |
American Girl |
Alexander Hamilton Laidlaw |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Alexander Hamilton Laidlaw was born in Scotland. He graduated from Philadelphia Central High School in 1845. \nHe practiced medicine from 1856-1905 and published some works including Soldier Songs and Love Songs, 1898, from which our Fortnightly Poem is taken. (David Lawrence) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-girl-by-alexander-hamilton-laidlaw/ |
alexander hamilton laidlaw born scotland graduated philadelphia central high school 1845 practiced medicine 1856 1905 published works including soldier songs love songs 1898 fortnightly poem taken david lawrence |
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11270 |
Defence of Guenevere and Other Poems |
William Morris |
Poetry |
This is a volume of early narrative poems by William Morris, first published in 1858. While at the time of writing the most important stages of William Morris' career are still ahead of him, his ideas are already reflected in many of the poems. Many of the poems share an exceedingly sombre tone, and were appreciated by the public only years after they were first published. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-defence-of-guenevere-and-other-poems-by-william-morris/ |
volume early narrative poems william morris first published 1858 time writing important stages william morris career still ahead him ideas already reflected many poems many poems share exceedingly sombre tone appreciated public years first published summary carolin |
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10618 |
11271 |
Story of the Glittering Plain |
William Morris |
Fantasy Fiction |
In this early example of the modern high fantasy genre, Hallblithe, a warrior of the House of Raven, sets out in pursuit of the pirates who have kidnapped his troth-plight maiden, the Hostage. Kidnapped himself, Hallblithe sails to the Isle of Ransom in the company of the giant Puny Fox. Travelling onward to the Land of the Glittering Plain, he spurns the offer of eternal youth and the hand of the King's daughter to continue the search for his beloved. First published in 1890 in the English Illustrated Magazine, The Story of the Glittering Plain was re-published in 1973 as the first volume of the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. This recording is read from the gloriously printed 1891 Kelmscott Press edition, with illustrations by Walter Crane. (Phil Benson) - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/story-of-the-glittering-plain-by-william-morris/ |
early example modern high fantasy genre hallblithe warrior house raven sets pursuit pirates kidnapped troth plight maiden hostage kidnapped himself hallblithe sails isle ransom company giant puny fox travelling onward land glittering plain spurns offer eternal youth hand king s daughter continue search beloved first published 1890 english illustrated magazine story glittering plain re published 1973 first volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library recording read gloriously printed 1891 kelmscott press edition illustrations walter crane phil benson summary phil benson |
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11272 |
Policy and Passion |
Rosa Campbell Praed |
Family Life, General Fiction, Sagas |
"Policy and Passion, a Novel of Australian Life" tells the story about a father and daughter, torn between the policy of the country in which they live and the passions both have. The father, Thomas, is a rising politician until his love for a married woman changes the game while the daughter, Honora, falls in love with an English nobleman. But this is not only a love story. This novel tells about the early days of Australia, and tells the story of a whole community. It receives scholarly attention as a work about colonialism. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/policy-and-passion-by-rosa-campbell-praed/ |
policy passion novel australian life tells story father daughter torn policy country live passions have father thomas rising politician love married woman changes game daughter honora falls love english nobleman love story novel tells early days australia tells story whole community receives scholarly attention work colonialism summary stav nisser |
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10620 |
11273 |
Outcry |
Henry James |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
The story concerns the contemplated sale of a famous painting by a proud but relatively cash-strapped British aristocrat to a wealthy American art collector who is bent on buying up treasured masterpieces from the Old World, and the patriotic outcry after the public gets wind of his intent. The matter is further complicated by the strong resistance put up by his younger daughter and her blunt-spoken, art critic friend against the sale. - Summary by shih-ping |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-outcry-by-henry-james/ |
story concerns contemplated sale famous painting proud relatively cash strapped british aristocrat wealthy american art collector bent buying treasured masterpieces old world patriotic outcry public gets wind intent matter complicated strong resistance put younger daughter blunt spoken art critic friend sale summary shih ping |
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11274 |
Mountain Spring and Other Poems |
Nannie Rebecca Glass |
Poetry |
This is a little volume of poems of nature and religion by Virginia poet Nannie Rebecca Glass. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-mountain-spring-and-other-poems-by-nannie-rebecca-glass/ |
little volume poems nature religion virginia poet nannie rebecca glass summary carolin |
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10622 |
11275 |
Story of Garfield: Farm Boy, Soldier and President |
William Gunion Rutherford |
Biography & Autobiography |
A short biography of President James A. Garfield - Summary by Eddie Frierson |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/story-garfield-by-william-gunion-rutherford/ |
short biography president james a garfield summary eddie frierson |
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10623 |
11276 |
Maurine and Other Poems |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of earlier poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. The Title poem, <i>Maurine</i>, is a narrative poem about the tragedy and happiness of the life of Maurine. Besides that long narrative poem, this collection also includes a number of Ella Wheeler Wicox's famous shorter pieces of poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/maurine-and-other-poems-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume earlier poetry ella wheeler wilcox title poem i maurine i narrative poem tragedy happiness life maurine besides long narrative poem collection also includes number ella wheeler wicox s famous shorter pieces poetry summary carolin |
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10624 |
11277 |
English Constitution |
Walter Bagehot |
Law, Political Science |
<i>The English Constitution</i> is an extremely accessible work of political and legal science by Walter Bagehot, first published in serialized form in 1865-7. While some of his observations on the English system no longer apply to the modern constitutional organization of the United Kingdom, his philosophical basis is for the most part as sound as ever. <br></br>For instance, Bagehot observes in the chapter on the Monarchy that, It is often said that men are ruled by their imaginations; but it would be truer to say they are governed by the weakness of their imaginations. The nature of a constitution, the action of an assembly, the play of parties, the unseen formation of a guiding opinion, are complex facts, difficult to know and easy to mistake. But the action of a single will, the fiat of a single mind, are easy ideas: anybody can make them out, and no one can ever forget them. When you put before the mass of mankind the question, "Will you be governed by a king, or will you be governed by a constitution?" the inquiry comes out thus—"Will you be governed in a way you understand, or will you be governed in a way you do not understand?" The issue was put to the French people; they were asked, "Will you be governed by Louis Napoleon, or will you be governed by an assembly?" The French people said, "We will be governed by the one man we can imagine, and not by the many people we cannot imagine". - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-english-constitution-by-walter-bagehot/ |
i the english constitution i extremely accessible work political legal science walter bagehot first published serialized form 1865 7 observations english system longer apply modern constitutional organization united kingdom philosophical basis part sound ever br br for instance bagehot observes chapter monarchy that often said men ruled imaginations would truer say governed weakness imaginations nature constitution action assembly play parties unseen formation guiding opinion complex facts difficult know easy mistake action single will fiat single mind easy ideas anybody make out one ever forget them put mass mankind question will governed king governed constitution inquiry comes thus will governed way understand governed way understand issue put french people asked will governed louis napoleon governed assembly french people said we governed one man imagine many people cannot imagine summary carolin |
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10625 |
11278 |
House with the Twisting Passage (Version 2) |
Marion St. John Webb |
Children's Fiction |
When her parents go to India for two years, 9 year old Jenny is cared for by her aunts. Aunt Abby is caretaker in a large many-roomed house, where Jenny meets and hears the stories of many interesting occupants. The owner of the house is remote in both location and character. She visits only occasionally, but what was her story, and how will she react to Jenny's presence? - Summary by Carod |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-with-the-twisting-passage-version-2-by-marion-st-john-webb/ |
parents go india two years 9 year old jenny cared aunts aunt abby caretaker large many roomed house jenny meets hears stories many interesting occupants owner house remote location character visits occasionally story react jenny s presence summary carod |
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11279 |
Catherine Howard (Dramatic Reading) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Dramatic Readings, Historical Fiction |
Subtitled "The Throne, The Tomb, and The Scaffold - An Historical Play in 3 Acts From the Celebrated Play of that Name by Alexandre Dumas" - How can you resist a play about English history - the doomed fifth wife of Henry the 8th - by the celebrated French author of The Musketeers?? - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nHenry VIII, King of England: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nAthelwold, Duke of Northumberland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>\nArchbishop Cranmer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nDuke of Sussex: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nDuke of Norfolk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nGrand Chamberlain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLieutenant of the Tower: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nFleming, an Alchemist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMartin Krinkly, a Cordwainer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSimon Kreetnur, a Weaver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11183">VivianWeaver</a><br>\nCaptain of Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11290">Bjorn V</a><br>\nExecutioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nPrincess Margaret, Sister to the King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nCatherine Howard, his Fifth Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nDame Kennedy, her Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nWinifred Krinkly, Wife to Martin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/catherine-howard-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
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10627 |
11280 |
Klaasje Zevenster, deel 3 |
Jacob van Lennep |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Een groepje Leidse studenten viert een gezellige Sinterklaasavond in de jaren '20 van de 19e eeuw, als er onverwachts een pakketje aan de deur bezorgd wordt. Tot ieders grote verrassing vinden ze daarin een baby. Zij besluiten zich als groep over het meisje te ontfermen. Deze roman, een bestseller bij de verschijning in 1866, verhaalt over de lotgevallen van de vondeling. <br></br>\nDit is deel 3. Klaasje/Nicolette, een jaar of 20 oud, gaat in het begin van dit boek aan het werk als gouvernante van de kinderen van één van haar pleegvaders. Al snel komt ze in de problemen. - Samenvatting door Anna Simon |
Dutch |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/klaasje-zevenster-deel-3-by-jacob-van-lennep/ |
een groepje leidse studenten viert een gezellige sinterklaasavond de jaren 20 van de 19e eeuw als er onverwachts een pakketje aan de deur bezorgd wordt tot ieders grote verrassing vinden ze daarin een baby zij besluiten zich als groep het meisje te ontfermen deze roman een bestseller bij de verschijning 1866 verhaalt de lotgevallen van de vondeling br br dit deel 3 klaasje nicolette een jaar 20 oud gaat het begin van dit boek aan het werk als gouvernante van de kinderen van één van haar pleegvaders al snel komt ze de problemen samenvatting door anna simon |
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11301 |
Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom |
Tobias Smollett |
Published before 1800 |
<br />You can call me Dr. Fathom. Or Count Fathom. But I'm not who I say I am. And can you blame me? My mother was a soldiers' harlot who pocketed extra loot by wandering through the battlefield stripping the dead and dying of valuables. I don't even know who my father was, except he must have had my handsome looks. People liked looking at me. And people liked how I talked too. Early on, I learned that telling the truth didn't get you the same quick reward as telling them what they wanted to hear, being assiduously charming, dissimulating. In a word, lying. I became good at it. And I became the favorite of a rich Hungarian count who took me in and coaxed his pathetically naïve son to look up to me and learn to be like me. Ha! How I wanted to sell my soul to trade places with Renaldo! I wanted his money. I wanted his beautiful life. I wanted his beautiful wife -- at least for an extra notch on my belt. This is the story of how I went about achieving those things. It was easy, especially at first. Because, to tell the truth, people secretly yearn for tall tales. - Summary by Arthur Krolman\n<br /><br /> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-ferdinand-count-fathom-by-tobias-smollett/ |
br you call dr fathom count fathom i m say am blame me mother soldiers harlot pocketed extra loot wandering battlefield stripping dead dying valuables even know father was except must handsome looks people liked looking me people liked talked too early on learned telling truth get quick reward telling wanted hear assiduously charming dissimulating word lying became good it became favorite rich hungarian count took coaxed pathetically naïve son look learn like me ha wanted sell soul trade places renaldo wanted money wanted beautiful life wanted beautiful wife least extra notch belt story went achieving things easy especially first because tell truth people secretly yearn tall tales summary arthur krolman br br |
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11281 |
Anthropology |
Immanuel Kant |
Modern |
Immanuel Kant gave a series of lectures on anthropology 1772-1773, 1795-1796 at the University of Königsberg, which was founded in 1544. His lectures dealt with recognizing the internal and external in man, cognition, sensuousness, the five senses, as well as the soul and the mind. They were gathered together and published in 1798 and then published in English in <i>The Journal of Speculative Philosophy</i> in 1867, volumes 9-16. Therefore, several texts will be used for this book. I was able to find sections 1-37 and then section 43, and sections 47-57. It seems that sections 38-42, 44-46 are not available. This is book one of his longer works.<BR><BR>\n<I>My favorite quotes</i><BR>\n\nIf someone has purposely caused a disaster, and it is questionable whether he is at all, or in what degree he is to be, blamed for it, and whether or not he was insane at the time of the commission of the deed, the court should not refer him to the medical facility – the court itself being incompetent to decide upon such a case – but to the philosophical faculty. On this ground the question whether the accused was in the possession of all the faculties of his understanding and judgment, is altogether of a psychological nature….<BR><BR>\nHelmont says, that, after having taken a certain dose of “napell” – a poisonous root, he felt as if he thought in his stomach. Many people have experimented with opium to such an extent that they finally felt their minds weaken when they neglected to use this stimulant of their brain.<BR><BR>\n(Summary by Craig Campbell)<BR><BR>\nLinks to texts:<BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat06harrgoog#page/n28/mode/1up url">Sections 1-2</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat06harrgoog#page/n251/mode/1up url">Sections 3-4</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat06harrgoog#page/n418/mode/1up url">Sections 5-7</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat11unkngoog#page/n328/mode/1up url">Section 8</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalofspecula11harruoft#page/310/mode/1up url">Sections 9-10</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalofspecula11harruoft#page/353/mode/1up url">Sections 11-13</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat01unkngoog#page/n289/mode/1up url">Sections 14-15</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalofspecula14harruoft#page/154/mode/1up url">Sections 16-19</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalofspecula15harruoft#page/62/mode/1up url">Section 20</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat19unkngoog#page/n56/mode/1up url">Sections 21-22</a><BR>\n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/journalspeculat19unkngoog#page/n404/mode/1up url">Sections 23-26</a><BR> |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/anthropology-by-immanuel-kant/ |
immanuel kant gave series lectures anthropology 1772 1773 1795 1796 university königsberg founded 1544 lectures dealt recognizing internal external man cognition sensuousness five senses well soul mind gathered together published 1798 published english i the journal speculative philosophy i 1867 volumes 9 16 therefore several texts used book able find sections 1 37 section 43 sections 47 57 seems sections 38 42 44 46 available book one longer works br br i my favorite quotes i br someone purposely caused disaster questionable whether all degree be blamed it whether insane time commission deed court refer medical facility court incompetent decide upon case philosophical faculty ground question whether accused possession faculties understanding judgment altogether psychological nature br br helmont says that taken certain dose napell poisonous root felt thought stomach many people experimented opium extent finally felt minds weaken neglected use stimulant brain br br summary craig campbell br br links texts br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat06harrgoog page n28 mode 1up url sections 1 2 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat06harrgoog page n251 mode 1up url sections 3 4 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat06harrgoog page n418 mode 1up url sections 5 7 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat11unkngoog page n328 mode 1up url section 8 a br a href https archive org stream journalofspecula11harruoft page 310 mode 1up url sections 9 10 a br a href https archive org stream journalofspecula11harruoft page 353 mode 1up url sections 11 13 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat01unkngoog page n289 mode 1up url sections 14 15 a br a href https archive org stream journalofspecula14harruoft page 154 mode 1up url sections 16 19 a br a href https archive org stream journalofspecula15harruoft page 62 mode 1up url section 20 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat19unkngoog page n56 mode 1up url sections 21 22 a br a href https archive org stream journalspeculat19unkngoog page n404 mode 1up url sections 23 26 a br |
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10629 |
11282 |
Prison & Prisoners: Some Personal Experiences |
Constance Lytton |
Political Science |
Constance Lytton worked along Emmeline Pankhurst for the cause of women's suffrage in England. Upset that she was getting preferential treatment by the authorities, she assumed a pseudonym (Jane Wharton) so that her titled status wouldn't be obvious. This book chronicles her involvement in the suffrage movement, including her arrest and subsequent incarceration at Holloway Prison, a place notorious for the poor treatment of the women in their charge. - Summary by KHand |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/prison-prisoners-some-personal-experiences-by-constance-lytton/ |
constance lytton worked along emmeline pankhurst cause women s suffrage england upset getting preferential treatment authorities assumed pseudonym jane wharton titled status obvious book chronicles involvement suffrage movement including arrest subsequent incarceration holloway prison place notorious poor treatment women charge summary khand |
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10630 |
11283 |
Usher's Charge |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as the Savoy operas) produced in collaboration with the composer Sir Arthur Sullivan. The most famous of these include H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and one of the most frequently performed works in the history of musical theatre, The Mikado. \nIn 1890, Gilbert produced Songs of a Savoyard, (the source of this Weekly Poem), a volume of sixty-nine detached lyrics from the Savoy Operas, each with a new title, and some of them slightly reworded to account for the changed context. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-ushers-charge-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
sir william schwenck gilbert english dramatist librettist poet illustrator best known fourteen comic operas known savoy operas produced collaboration composer sir arthur sullivan famous include h m s pinafore pirates penzance one frequently performed works history musical theatre mikado 1890 gilbert produced songs savoyard the source weekly poem volume sixty nine detached lyrics savoy operas new title slightly reworded account changed context summary wikipedia |
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10631 |
11284 |
Stories Polly Pepper Told to the Five Little Peppers in the Little Brown House |
Margaret Sidney |
Children's Fiction, Family |
Polly Pepper loves to tell stories, but there just isn't enough room in the other books to include her stories! So, since "the author has received from mothers and other persons interested in the Pepper Family, so many requests for the Stories told by Polly Pepper ... this initial volume of Polly’s earlier stories has been prepared in obedience to these requests" (from the Preface). So curl up at Polly's feet, in front of the warm fire, and enjoy the Stories Polly Pepper Told to the Five Little Peppers in the Little Brown House! - Summary by Rachel |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-stories-polly-pepper-told-to-the-five-little-peppers-in-the-little-brown-house-by-margaret-sidney/ |
polly pepper loves tell stories enough room books include stories so since the author received mothers persons interested pepper family many requests stories told polly pepper initial volume polly s earlier stories prepared obedience requests from preface curl polly s feet front warm fire enjoy stories polly pepper told five little peppers little brown house summary rachel |
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10632 |
11285 |
Torah (JPSA) 05: Deuteronomy |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Religion |
According to Jewish tradition the 5 books of Moses (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy) are read and studied each year. In order to complete the study, the 5 books are separated into sections (parshah). The last book of the Pentateuch - Deuteronomy is presented according to weekly parshah.\nPraised are You, Adonai, Our G_d, ruler of the Universe, who has made us holy with commandments and commanded us to engage in the study of Torah. Parshat descriptions provided by Wikipedia. |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-torah-jpsa-05-deuteronomy-by-jewish-publication-society-of-america/ |
according jewish tradition 5 books moses genesis exodus leviticus numbers deuteronomy read studied year order complete study 5 books separated sections parshah last book pentateuch deuteronomy presented according weekly parshah praised you adonai g_d ruler universe made us holy commandments commanded us engage study torah parshat descriptions provided wikipedia |
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10633 |
11286 |
Æsop in Rhyme, with Some Originals |
Jefferys Taylor |
Single author |
Jefferys Taylor was born in 1792 in Suffolk, England. He became apprenticed to his father who was an engraver and invented a special ruling machine for engravers but went on to emulate his mother who was a children's writer. His books include favourites like Harry's Holliday or the Doings of One Who had Nothing to Do and The Little Historians. <br><br>This book "Aesop in Rhyme" published in 1820, contains 58 of Aesop's Fables which he has retold in verse as well as 13 original fables of his own. Each is illustrated with an engraving which though uncredited he probably drew himself. He died in 1853. (Summary by Noel Badrian) |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/aesop-in-rhyme-with-some-originals-by-jefferys-taylor/ |
jefferys taylor born 1792 suffolk england became apprenticed father engraver invented special ruling machine engravers went emulate mother children s writer books include favourites like harry s holliday doings one nothing little historians br br this book aesop rhyme published 1820 contains 58 aesop s fables retold verse well 13 original fables own illustrated engraving though uncredited probably drew himself died 1853 summary noel badrian |
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11249 |
11914 |
Poems & Parodies |
Tom Kettle |
Poetry |
Tom Kettle was an Irish economist, journalist, barrister, writer, poet, soldier and Home Rule politician. All these varied interests helped him compose beautiful and very witty poetry, until his death at the Western Front in World War I. This volume was published immediately after his death, and may give a good overview over the work and the many talents of this now almost forgotten writer. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/poems-parodies-by-tom-kettle/ |
tom kettle irish economist journalist barrister writer poet soldier home rule politician varied interests helped compose beautiful witty poetry death western front world war i volume published immediately death may give good overview work many talents almost forgotten writer summary carolin |
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10634 |
11287 |
Morning and Evening Thoughts |
James Allen |
Religion |
James Allen was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. Allen wrote about complex subjects such as faith, destiny, love, patience, and religion but had the unique ability of explaining these subjects clearly and in a way that is easy to understand.<br><br>His best known work, <b>As a Man Thinketh</b>, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1903. <b>Morning and Evening Thoughts</b> was published in 1909 and it provides a thought for each morning and evening of the day for a month. This book, compiled by his wife, Lily Allen, draws on quotes and sayings from Allen’s other works. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/morning-and-evening-thoughts-by-james-allen/ |
james allen british philosophical writer known inspirational books poetry pioneer self help movement allen wrote complex subjects faith destiny love patience religion unique ability explaining subjects clearly way easy understand br br his best known work b as man thinketh b mass produced since publication 1903 b morning evening thoughts b published 1909 provides thought morning evening day month book compiled wife lily allen draws quotes sayings allen s works |
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10635 |
11288 |
Mine and Thine |
Florence Earle Coates |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Florence Earle Coates. The poems in this volume describe the Zeitgeist perfectly - not only are they in style in many ways representative for American poetry around the turn of the last century, but moreover, many of the poems are discussing the current events of the time. This volume contains poems on the Cuban War of Independence, the coronation of Edward VII of England, and poems to several politically and culturally prominent persons of the time. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/mine-and-thine-by-florence-earle-coates/ |
volume poems florence earle coates poems volume describe zeitgeist perfectly style many ways representative american poetry around turn last century moreover many poems discussing current events time volume contains poems cuban war independence coronation edward vii england poems several politically culturally prominent persons time summary carolin |
| 10689 |
10636 |
11289 |
Studies in the Art of Rat-Catching |
Henry C. Barkley |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Crafts & Hobbies |
This book is often described as an instruction manual on the subject of rat-catching. It does indeed contain a good deal about rats, ferrets and dogs, but it is much more than that. Barkley fills the book with humour, sharp observation, and his sheer joy of living in the countryside. The framework of the book is indeed a course by fictional rat-catcher Bob Joy, who suggests that rat-catching might be a suitable alternative career for boys at Eton, Harrow and the other major English public schools. We follow Bob as he takes us through some typical days working at both rat catching and rabbit catching using dogs and ferrets. <br><br>Barkley adds in more sly digs at the public school system, stories about dogs, stories about country folk, and more stories about dogs. A glorious hodge-podge of a book. (Clive Catterall) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/studies-in-the-art-of-rat-catching-by-henry-c-barkley/ |
book often described instruction manual subject rat catching indeed contain good deal rats ferrets dogs much that barkley fills book humour sharp observation sheer joy living countryside framework book indeed course fictional rat catcher bob joy suggests rat catching might suitable alternative career boys eton harrow major english public schools follow bob takes us typical days working rat catching rabbit catching using dogs ferrets br br barkley adds sly digs public school system stories dogs stories country folk stories dogs glorious hodge podge book clive catterall |
| 10690 |
10637 |
11290 |
Rhymes of the Rockies |
James W. Whilt |
Single author |
The author worked as a dude wrangler Glacier National Park and lived on his ranch near Eureka, Monatana. This is the first book of his poems, which he often recited for the tourists. His other books include, "Giggles from Glacier Guides" and "Mountain Memories." - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rhymes-of-the-rockies-by-james-w-whilt/ |
author worked dude wrangler glacier national park lived ranch near eureka monatana first book poems often recited tourists books include giggles glacier guides mountain memories summary larry wilson |
| 10691 |
10638 |
11291 |
Dodo: A Detail of the Day |
E. F. Benson |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Fashionably controversial bestseller at the time of appearance (1893), portraying London "society" in the Fin de Siècle. Dodo is a young woman who enjoys belonging to the high society. At the start of the book, she is about to make an advantageous marriage, to a man with money and a title - just what she needs. \nThis audiobook includes Volume 1 & 2 (the complete novel) - Summary by Anna Simon |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/dodo-a-detail-of-the-day-by-e-f-benson/ |
fashionably controversial bestseller time appearance 1893 portraying london society fin de siècle dodo young woman enjoys belonging high society start book make advantageous marriage man money title needs audiobook includes volume 1 2 the complete novel summary anna simon |
| 10692 |
10639 |
11292 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2016 |
Various |
|
This year's Christmas collection of short stories, poems and non-fiction features readings in English , French, Italian and Maori.\nSummary by Annise |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2016-by-various/ |
year s christmas collection short stories poems non fiction features readings english french italian maori summary annise |
| 10693 |
10640 |
11293 |
Englishman and Other Poems |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
This is a volume of beautiful and evocative poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-englishman-and-other-poems-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
volume beautiful evocative poetry ella wheeler wilcox summary carolin |
| 10694 |
10641 |
11294 |
Many Gods |
Cale Young Rice |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Cale Young Rice. The poems in this volume reflect Rice's experiences while travelling across Asia, and many of them have, as their theme, a person or incident set in that area or culture. The title <i>Many Gods</i> then also refers to the different religions Rice would have encountered on his journey. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/many-gods-by-cale-young-rice/ |
volume poetry cale young rice poems volume reflect rice s experiences travelling across asia many have theme person incident set area culture title i many gods i also refers different religions rice would encountered journey summary carolin |
| 10695 |
10649 |
11302 |
Roosevelt Bears Abroad |
Seymour Eaton |
Poetry |
Follow the explorations of a comical pair of bears from the Wild West of America as they roam over Europe. All ages will laugh and enjoy the antics told in lively rhyme. (If you haven't yet made the acquaintance of these big, delightful bears, check out the first book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-bears-by-seymour-eaton/">"The Roosevelt Bears - Their Travels and Adventures."</a> ( HannahMary) </p> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-bears-abroad-by-seymour-eaton/ |
follow explorations comical pair bears wild west america roam europe ages laugh enjoy antics told lively rhyme if yet made acquaintance big delightful bears check first book series a href https librivox org the roosevelt bears by seymour eaton the roosevelt bears travels adventures a hannahmary p |
| 10696 |
10642 |
11295 |
Kiss for Cinderella |
J. M. Barrie |
Plays |
This play does have Cinderella and a Godmother, Royalty, and glass slippers, but it takes place in WW1 and is certainly not your typical fairy tale! Produced on Broadway in 1916, it was made into a silent movie in 1925. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list (in order of appearance):<BR>\nMr. Bodie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nPoliceman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCinderella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11183">VivianWeaver</a><br>\nGentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>\nMrs. Maloney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nMarion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nMan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMarie-Therese: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nGladys: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nDelphine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Lydia</a><br>\nGodmother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLord Mayor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nKing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nLord Times: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nPrince: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nOne of the Steeds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nQueen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n3rd Prize: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\n2nd Prize: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nPenguin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nDr. Bodie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nDanny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/174">Peter Eastman</a><br>\nProbationer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEllen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nNarration: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnS</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-kiss-for-cinderella-by-j-m-barrie/ |
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| 10697 |
10643 |
11296 |
Another Study of Woman |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
A series of tales -- told by men, of course -- about women. Though the book first appeared in 1842, Balzac later added to it as an addenfum a tale of 1831, La Grande Bretèche. That will be read later, keeping it separate to mirror the form of the English translation here used. (More to follow) - Summary by Nicholas Clifford |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/another-study-of-woman-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
series tales told men course women though book first appeared 1842 balzac later added addenfum tale 1831 la grande bretèche read later keeping separate mirror form english translation used more follow summary nicholas clifford |
| 10698 |
10644 |
11297 |
Report of the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy (The Warren Report) |
The President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy |
True Crime |
The assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy on November 22, 1963, was a cruel and shocking act of violence directed against a man, a family, a nation, and against all mankind. . . . This Commission was created on November 29, 1963, in recognition of the right of people everywhere to full and truthful knowledge concerning these events. This report endeavors to fulfill that right and to appraise this tragedy by the light of reason and the standard of fairness. It has been prepared with a deep awareness of the Commission's responsibility to present to the American people an objective report of the facts relating to the assassination. - Summary from Chapter 1 of the report |
English |
1964 |
https://librivox.org/report-of-the-presidents-commission-on-the-assassination-of-president-kennedy/ |
assassination john fitzgerald kennedy november 22 1963 cruel shocking act violence directed man family nation mankind commission created november 29 1963 recognition right people everywhere full truthful knowledge concerning events report endeavors fulfill right appraise tragedy light reason standard fairness prepared deep awareness commission s responsibility present american people objective report facts relating assassination summary chapter 1 report |
| 10699 |
10645 |
11298 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: North America |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Reference, Travel & Geography |
The purpose of this book is to give to its readers a living knowledge of some of the wonders of the country and continent in which they live. Upon a personally conducted tour they are taken by the author through the most characteristic parts of the North American continent. They travel through the United States, British America, Mexico, and Central America, studying the most interesting features of life and work among the people of each country, learning how they are governed, and what they do in order to live. Much information is also given concerning the natural resources and the physical features of the countries visited. (From the preface) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/geographical-reader-north-america-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
purpose book give readers living knowledge wonders country continent live upon personally conducted tour taken author characteristic parts north american continent travel united states british america mexico central america studying interesting features life work among people country learning governed order live much information also given concerning natural resources physical features countries visited from preface |
| 10700 |
10646 |
11299 |
Alpine Path: The Story of My Career |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Biography & Autobiography |
L.M. Montgomery's autobiography highlighting her childhood and early literary career. Published in 1917 after she had written several novels. - Summary by Carolyn Agee |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-alpine-path-the-story-of-my-career-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
l m montgomery s autobiography highlighting childhood early literary career published 1917 written several novels summary carolyn agee |
| 10701 |
10647 |
11300 |
Rich and Humble; The Mission of Bertha Grant |
Oliver Optic |
Religion |
This is the first story in the Woodville collection of tales about the interesting people in Woodville. As the characters grow, they learn many lessons. This is the story of Bertha Grant and her brother, Richard Grant. One of these siblings is good and wise living their life for a higher purpose. The other has to overcome many trials to learn what is truly important in life. The second story in the series is entitled In School and Out; The Conquest of Richard Grant. Summary by Scarlett Martin<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/ |
first story woodville collection tales interesting people woodville characters grow learn many lessons story bertha grant brother richard grant one siblings good wise living life higher purpose overcome many trials learn truly important life second story series entitled school out conquest richard grant summary scarlett martin br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
| 10702 |
10650 |
11303 |
Adventskalender 2016 |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen. <br><br>\n\n23. Dezember - Die zwei Hirten in der Christnacht - gelesen von Sonia und Gaby.<br>\n24. Dezember - Stille Nacht - gesungen von Sonia, Eva K., Gaby, Julia Niedermaier, Boris und Karlsson, mit Klavierbegleitung von Ruth Golding. <br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2016-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen br br 23 dezember die zwei hirten der christnacht gelesen von sonia und gaby br 24 dezember stille nacht gesungen von sonia eva k gaby julia niedermaier boris und karlsson mit klavierbegleitung von ruth golding br |
| 10703 |
10651 |
11304 |
Chautauqua Idyl |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Animals & Nature, Religion |
The trees, flowers, and animals of a peaceful pasture meet together to discuss and learn of theology. Summary by Scarlett Martin. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-chautauqua-idyl-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
trees flowers animals peaceful pasture meet together discuss learn theology summary scarlett martin |
| 10704 |
10652 |
11305 |
Rhymes for the Nursery |
Ann Taylor |
Poetry |
This early 19th-century children's poetry collection by Jane and Ann Taylor is little-known today, but contains the original version of Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, known then as just The Star.\n\nAlso included are poems about why you shouldn't kill kittens, birds and flies, a poem about how you can be seriously scarred if you play with fire, and a poem about a homeless man who cries himself to sleep because of how naughty he was a child. (Jordan) |
English |
1806 |
https://librivox.org/rhymes-for-the-nursery-by-ann-taylor/ |
early 19th century children s poetry collection jane ann taylor little known today contains original version twinkle twinkle little star known star also included poems kill kittens birds flies poem seriously scarred play fire poem homeless man cries sleep naughty child jordan |
| 10705 |
10653 |
11306 |
Novels of Jane Austen |
George Henry Lewes |
Literary Criticism |
An 1859 essay by the prominent philosopher and literary critic, G. H. Lewes, who was an enthusiastic promoter of the novels of Jane Austen at a time when they were yet to achieve great critical acclaim. Lewes was the life partner of the novelist George Eliot.\n - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-novels-of-jane-austen-by-george-henry-lewes/ |
1859 essay prominent philosopher literary critic g h lewes enthusiastic promoter novels jane austen time yet achieve great critical acclaim lewes life partner novelist george eliot summary barbara2 |
| 10706 |
10654 |
11307 |
Vicar of Tours |
Honoré de Balzac |
|
Over twenty years before Anthony Trollope wrote The Warden, in which the gentle but unfortunate Rev. Septimus Harding becomes the prey of an investigative journalist, in 1831 Balzac published his Vicar of Tours. There too, a mild-mannered priest becomes the prey of powerful enemies, ecclesiastical, social and political. Abbé Birotteau is no intellectual giant, but he does try to get along with others honestly, and suffers when they take advantage of his shortcomings. ( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/vicar-of-tours-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
twenty years anthony trollope wrote warden gentle unfortunate rev septimus harding becomes prey investigative journalist 1831 balzac published vicar tours too mild mannered priest becomes prey powerful enemies ecclesiastical social political abbé birotteau intellectual giant try get along others honestly suffers take advantage shortcomings nicholas clifford |
| 10707 |
10655 |
11308 |
Recollections of Oscar Wilde |
Franz Blei |
Biography & Autobiography |
This 1906 collection of memories of Oscar Wilde is by friends. Wilde said that his genius was his life; only his talent was in his works. (Summary by david wales) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-oscar-wilde-by-various/ |
1906 collection memories oscar wilde friends wilde said genius life talent works summary david wales |
| 10708 |
10656 |
11309 |
Story of Sir Walter Raleigh (Version 2) |
Margaret Duncan Kelly |
Children's Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
The story of Sir Walter Raleigh from his boyhood days to his exploits in Ireland and his unexpected entry into the court of Queen Elizabeth. We travel with him as he pursues the ships of the Spanish Armada and makes voyages to the New World in search of gold and lands to settle. We learn how he introduced potatoes and tobacco to England and Ireland. We hear how he is relegated to the Tower of London where he spends the last years of his life. The Story of Sir Walter Raleigh is a wonderful adventure. (Summary by johnb2) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-sir-walter-raleigh-by-margaret-duncan-kelly-2/ |
story sir walter raleigh boyhood days exploits ireland unexpected entry court queen elizabeth travel pursues ships spanish armada makes voyages new world search gold lands settle learn introduced potatoes tobacco england ireland hear relegated tower london spends last years life story sir walter raleigh wonderful adventure summary johnb2 |
| 10709 |
10657 |
11310 |
Grande Bretèche |
Honoré de Balzac |
Literary Fiction |
La Grande Bretèche is an addendum to Balzac's Another Study of Woman, and is the final of a set of stories told around a dinner table. This one, given to the guests at about two in the morning, is tale of marital infidelity and revenge,and perhaps might have given some of the audience a sleepless night. ( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/la-grande-breteche-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
la grande bretèche addendum balzac s another study woman final set stories told around dinner table one given guests two morning tale marital infidelity revenge and perhaps might given audience sleepless night nicholas clifford |
| 10710 |
10658 |
11311 |
Essays on Modern Novelists |
William Lyon Phelps |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
A collection of essays on 19th century novelists, both famous ones and those largely forgotten now. Among the writers presented most wrote in English, but three foreign authors are also discussed. Phelps taught a course on novels at a university and he added to those biographical essays some of his ideas about the importance of novels in the process of teaching about literature. (Summary by Piotr Nater) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-modern-novelists-by-william-lyon-phelps/ |
collection essays 19th century novelists famous ones largely forgotten now among writers presented wrote english three foreign authors also discussed phelps taught course novels university added biographical essays ideas importance novels process teaching literature summary piotr nater |
| 10711 |
10659 |
11312 |
Norway and the Union with Sweden |
Fridtjof Nansen |
Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
A History of the politics surrounding The Union of Norway with Sweden, from 1814-1905, from the Norwegian perspective - Summary by Ærik Bjørnsson |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/norway-and-the-union-with-sweden-by-fridtjof-nansen/ |
history politics surrounding union norway sweden 1814 1905 norwegian perspective summary ærik bjørnsson |
| 10712 |
10660 |
11313 |
Jade Flute |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of mindful ancient Chinese poetry by Li Po, Wan Ts’u, Mei Chang and other masters set in English prose by anonymous translators. (summary by Frédéric Surget) |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-jade-flute-by-various/ |
collection mindful ancient chinese poetry li po wan ts u mei chang masters set english prose anonymous translators summary frédéric surget |
| 10713 |
10661 |
11314 |
Phoenix and the Carpet (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Cyril, Robert, Anthea and Jane need a new carpet for the nursery, but it turns out to be a magic carpet containing a phoenix egg! They discover how to hatch the egg, but a magical creature with a big ego and a wishing carpet that can read but not talk leads straight to another hilarious series of adventures! Throw in a thief, a cook, a lot of cats and a cow, and stir well with a Phoenix feather for a recipe for excitement...<br><br>The second book of the "Psammead" trilogy, following on directly after "Five Children and It" sees the children once again being caught up in magic events which, despite their best intentions, cause chaos and usually result in their being sent to bed! (Summary by Beth Thomas)\nNarrated by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nPhoenix: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nAnthea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a>\nCyril: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a>\nRobert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>\nJane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>\n\nOther characters read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11180">Diane Alailima</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/123">Ezwa</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11324">Jenna Eleni</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10494">Jennifer Fournier</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>,<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11109">Vicki Hibbins</a>,\n\n<b>Edited by: </b><https://librivox.org/reader/9759">Kim</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3536">Arielle Lipshaw</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-phoenix-and-the-carpet-version-3-dramatic-version-by-e-nesbit/ |
cyril robert anthea jane need new carpet nursery turns magic carpet containing phoenix egg discover hatch egg magical creature big ego wishing carpet read talk leads straight another hilarious series adventures throw thief cook lot cats cow stir well phoenix feather recipe excitement br br the second book psammead trilogy following directly five children it sees children caught magic events which despite best intentions cause chaos usually result sent bed summary beth thomas narrated a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br phoenix a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br anthea a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a cyril a href https librivox org reader 10812 aaron m lebowitz a robert a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a jane a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a characters read by a href https librivox org reader 11193 amy deuchler a a href https librivox org reader 11180 diane alailima a a href https librivox org reader 123 ezwa a a href https librivox org reader 11324 jenna eleni a a href https librivox org reader 10494 jennifer fournier a a href https librivox org reader 9478 kangaroo a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a a href https librivox org reader 11109 vicki hibbins a b edited by b https librivox org reader 9759 kim a a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a a href https librivox org reader 3536 arielle lipshaw a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a |
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10662 |
11315 |
Bible Passages Collection 002 |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
LibriVox recording of Bible Passages Collection 002 with selections from the American Standard Version; King James Version (KJV); World English Bible; Open English Bible; and Updated King James Version (UKJV). |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-passages-collection-002/ |
librivox recording bible passages collection 002 selections american standard version king james version kjv world english bible open english bible updated king james version ukjv |
| 10715 |
10663 |
11316 |
History of the Norwegian People, Volume 1 |
Knut Gjerset |
Antiquity, Middle Ages/Middle History |
A detailed and exhaustive history of the Norwegian People, written in two volumes. The author, Knut Gjerset, was born in Western Norway in 1865 and immigrated to Chippewa County, Minnesota, in the US with his parents in 1871 and his brother Oluf later got elected to public office there. He received a B.A. in Literature from the University of Minnesota, and also studied at John's Hopkins University from 1895-1896, and the University of Heidelberg, where he was awarded a PhD, from 1896-1898. This first volume deals with the Norwegian History from the earliest times, to the early 14th century and covers topics such as: Prehistoric Norway and iron and Bronze age cultures in the area, the Viking era, The Christianization of Norway and some related information on Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Shetland/Orkney Islands, etc., Early kings of Norway, Norway in the Crusades, and foreign policy reformations at the beginning of the Late Middle Ages. - Summary by Ærik Bjørnsson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-norwegian-people-vol-1-by-knut-gjerset/ |
detailed exhaustive history norwegian people written two volumes author knut gjerset born western norway 1865 immigrated chippewa county minnesota us parents 1871 brother oluf later got elected public office there received b a literature university minnesota also studied john s hopkins university 1895 1896 university heidelberg awarded phd 1896 1898 first volume deals norwegian history earliest times early 14th century covers topics as prehistoric norway iron bronze age cultures area viking era christianization norway related information iceland faroe islands shetland orkney islands etc early kings norway norway crusades foreign policy reformations beginning late middle ages summary ærik bjørnsson |
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10664 |
11317 |
Little Book of Profitable Tales |
Eugene Field |
Short works |
An anthology of charming short stories, written by the poet for his only daughter Mary. The style is simple and conversational, sometimes dealing with the difficult subjects confronting children of the day, including poverty, discrimination and death, in a gentle, unfrightening manner. |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-book-of-profitable-tales/ |
anthology charming short stories written poet daughter mary style simple conversational sometimes dealing difficult subjects confronting children day including poverty discrimination death gentle unfrightening manner |
| 10717 |
10665 |
11318 |
Haunted London |
George Walter Thornbury |
Travel & Geography |
London: one of the oldest and most populous cities in the world. Surely it holds a few secrets within its ancient walls and the stories of ghostly presences abound. |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/haunted-london-by-walter-thornbury/ |
london one oldest populous cities world surely holds secrets within ancient walls stories ghostly presences abound |
| 10718 |
10666 |
11319 |
Famous Assassinations Of History |
Francis Johnson |
Biography & Autobiography |
It has been the object of the writer to make each of these “famous assassinations” the central scene of a picture in which the political, religious, or national features of the epoch in which the assassination occurred are portrayed with historical fidelity and strict impartiality…. Only those assassinations have been included which either had an important and political bearing on the world, or on the nation immediately affected, or which left a profound, and, it would seem, indelible impression on the imagination of contemporaries and posterity. - Summary by Book Preface |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/famous-assassinations-of-history-by-francis-johnson/ |
object writer make famous assassinations central scene picture political religious national features epoch assassination occurred portrayed historical fidelity strict impartiality assassinations included either important political bearing world nation immediately affected left profound and would seem indelible impression imagination contemporaries posterity summary book preface |
| 10719 |
10667 |
11320 |
Eye for an Eye |
Anthony Trollope |
General Fiction |
A short but typical Trollope romance in which a young nobleman is torn between love for an impoverished Irish girl and the expectations of his family that he will marry someone suitable for inheriting an Earldom - Summary by Anthony Ogus |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/an-eye-for-an-eye-by-anthony-trollope/ |
short typical trollope romance young nobleman torn love impoverished irish girl expectations family marry someone suitable inheriting earldom summary anthony ogus |
| 10720 |
10684 |
11337 |
Misrepresentative Men |
Harry Graham |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Harry Graham. Graham was known for his satirical poetry, and this volume is a great example of his art. In this volume, Graham charicatures several famous historical or legendary personages, and allows himself some reflections on the story of that person's life. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/misrepresentative-men-by-harry-graham/ |
volume poetry harry graham graham known satirical poetry volume great example art volume graham charicatures several famous historical legendary personages allows reflections story person s life summary carolin |
| 10721 |
11258 |
11924 |
Prophets, Priests, And Kings |
Alfred George Gardiner |
Biography & Autobiography |
These biographical essays of (mostly) British subjects were written in 1907-1908 for The Daily News newspaper and reflect their subjects as seen before the great cataclysm of World War I. Gardiner was a British newspaper editor, journalist, and author. His essays were and are highly regarded. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/prophets-priests-and-kings-by-alfred-george-gardiner/ |
biographical essays mostly british subjects written 1907 1908 daily news newspaper reflect subjects seen great cataclysm world war i gardiner british newspaper editor journalist author essays highly regarded summary david wales |
| 10722 |
10668 |
11321 |
In Seven Stages: A Flying Trip Around the World by Elizabeth Bisland |
Elizabeth Bisland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, Travel & Geography |
In November 1889, the New York World announced that it was sending its reporter Nellie Bly around the world, in a bid to beat Phileas Fogg's fictitious 80-day journey in Jules Verne's novel Around the World in Eighty Days. Catching wind of this publicity stunt, John Brisben Walker, who had just purchased the three-year-old and still-fledging Cosmopolitan, decided to dispatch Bisland on her own journey.] Six hours after being recruited, Bisland departed westward from New York. Meanwhile, Bly left on a steamer headed to Europe, both on the same day—November 14, 1889. The journeys were keenly followed by the public, though Bly, sponsored by the more sensationalistic and popular New York World (which mainly ignored Bisland), appeared to get more attention than Bisland and the genteel Cosmopolitan, which only published monthly. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/in-seven-stages-a-flying-trip-around-the-world-by-elizabeth-bisland/ |
november 1889 new york world announced sending reporter nellie bly around world bid beat phileas fogg s fictitious 80 day journey jules verne s novel around world eighty days catching wind publicity stunt john brisben walker purchased three year old still fledging cosmopolitan decided dispatch bisland journey six hours recruited bisland departed westward new york meanwhile bly left steamer headed europe day november 14 1889 journeys keenly followed public though bly sponsored sensationalistic popular new york world which mainly ignored bisland appeared get attention bisland genteel cosmopolitan published monthly summary wikipedia |
| 10723 |
10669 |
11322 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VI, No 5, December 1899 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vi-no-5-december-1899-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10724 |
10670 |
11323 |
Six Feet Four |
Jackson Gregory |
General Fiction, Westerns |
<br />A hotel is robbed one night, and a cowboy makes his getaway with but few witnesses. When a young woman is also robbed, suspicion falls on one particular man who matches the description of the former thief. The robber is without a doubt a tall man; six feet four inches tall. Buck Thornton, at six feet four, in the area, and acting a bit peculiarly, becomes the suspect and sets about to uncover the true culprit. However, what he discovers during his detective work shocks him. Surely it couldn't be? He sets out to capture the thief and clear his name and just maybe prove to the girl who had been robbed that he was innocent of the crime. - Summary by Roger Melin<br /><br /> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/six-feet-four-by-jackson-gregory/ |
br a hotel robbed one night cowboy makes getaway witnesses young woman also robbed suspicion falls one particular man matches description former thief robber without doubt tall man six feet four inches tall buck thornton six feet four area acting bit peculiarly becomes suspect sets uncover true culprit however discovers detective work shocks him surely be sets capture thief clear name maybe prove girl robbed innocent crime summary roger melin br br |
| 10725 |
10671 |
11324 |
Breaking Point |
James Edwin Gunn |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Machines are infallible. Humans are not. The crew of The Ambassador knew their ship could not possibly fail, but what of themselves? And how could they defend against an unknown enemy with unknown motives and superhuman abilities, intent on driving each one of them beyond his own personal breaking point? - Summary by Summary by Peter Eastman |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/breaking-point-by-james-edwin-gunn/ |
machines infallible humans not crew ambassador knew ship could possibly fail themselves could defend unknown enemy unknown motives superhuman abilities intent driving one beyond personal breaking point summary summary peter eastman |
| 10726 |
10672 |
11325 |
Vanity Fair (version 2) |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
General Fiction |
One of the great Victorian novels by an author at the height of his powers, Vanity Fair follows the fortunes of the calculating, upwardly-mobile Becky Sharp and her gentle, good-hearted friend Amelia Sedley as they leave their boarding school and embark upon their lives in Vanity Fair – the social climbing, wealth-obsessed world of Regency England in the time of the Napoleonic Wars. - Summary by Helen Taylor |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/vanity-fair-version-2-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
one great victorian novels author height powers vanity fair follows fortunes calculating upwardly mobile becky sharp gentle good hearted friend amelia sedley leave boarding school embark upon lives vanity fair social climbing wealth obsessed world regency england time napoleonic wars summary helen taylor |
| 10727 |
10673 |
11326 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 08, Dec. 23, 1879 |
Various |
Short Stories, General, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This eighth issue of the serial was published on December 23, 1879 and contained expanded content and improvements to the printed format. Published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. The story "Christmas Puzzle" contains a puzzle which is in illustrated form, to view the illustration, please <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/files/28265/28265-h/28265-h.htm#CHRISTMAS_PUZZLE" rel="nofollow">visit this periodical issue on Project Gutenberg</a>. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-08-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children eighth issue serial published december 23 1879 contained expanded content improvements printed format published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine story christmas puzzle contains puzzle illustrated form view illustration please a href http www gutenberg org files 28265 28265 h 28265 h htm christmas_puzzle rel nofollow visit periodical issue project gutenberg a summary jill engle |
| 10728 |
10700 |
11353 |
Imaginotions - Truthless Tales |
Tudor Jenks |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories by Tudor Jenks. Those stories are all written and composed in the way of a fairy tale, but they are not primarily aimed at children. The stories contain excellent satire, and are generally very funny and enjoyable. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/imaginotions-truthless-tales-by-tudor-jenks/ |
collection short stories tudor jenks stories written composed way fairy tale primarily aimed children stories contain excellent satire generally funny enjoyable summary carolin |
| 10729 |
10674 |
11327 |
Memoir and Correspondence of Caroline Herschel |
Margaret Herschel |
Memoirs, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
For many people, the name Caroline Herschel will be unfamiliar, but she was one of the most significant women on the English scientific scene during the late 18th and early 19th century. Sister of the well known William Herschel (he of the discovery of Uranus and its moons and many other significant scientific discoveries), she first worked as his assistant in his astronomical works, and then went on to become a noted astronomer in her own right. She discovered eight new comets in her lifetime, and was the first woman to be paid for her contribution to science, and was awarded a Gold Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society, made an Honorary Member of the Royal Astronomical Society, an Honorary Member of the Royal Irish Academy of Science and was presented with a Gold Medal for Science by the King of Prussia on her 96th birthday. This book tells the fascinating story of her life through her letters, and commentary by her nephew's wife. Caroline Herschel was an important woman whose contributions to science should be more widely known. (Summary by Kevin Green) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/memoir-correspondence-caroline-herschel-by-margaret-herschel/ |
many people name caroline herschel unfamiliar one significant women english scientific scene late 18th early 19th century sister well known william herschel he discovery uranus moons many significant scientific discoveries first worked assistant astronomical works went become noted astronomer right discovered eight new comets lifetime first woman paid contribution science awarded gold medal royal astronomical society made honorary member royal astronomical society honorary member royal irish academy science presented gold medal science king prussia 96th birthday book tells fascinating story life letters commentary nephew s wife caroline herschel important woman whose contributions science widely known summary kevin green |
| 10730 |
10675 |
11328 |
Old Boats |
Theodosia Garrison |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
There is little information on Theodosia Garrison available. This poem is taken from The Dreamers and Other Poems, George H. Doran Company, 1917. (David Lawrence) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/old-boats-by-theodosia-garrison/ |
little information theodosia garrison available poem taken dreamers poems george h doran company 1917 david lawrence |
| 10731 |
10676 |
11329 |
Ghosts of Night |
Jean McKishnie Blewett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jean McKishnie Blewett was a Canadian journalist, author and poet.\nBlewett published her first novel, Out of the Depths in 1879. In 1896, she won a $600 prize from the Chicago Times-Herald for her poem "Spring".\nShe was a regular contributor to The Globe, a Toronto newspaper and in 1898 became editor of its Homemakers Department. In 1919, assisted by the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, she published a booklet titled Heart Stories to benefit war charities. During this time she regularly lectured on topics such as temperance and suffragism. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghosts-of-night-by-jean-mckishnie-blewett/ |
jean mckishnie blewett canadian journalist author poet blewett published first novel depths 1879 1896 600 prize chicago times herald poem spring regular contributor globe toronto newspaper 1898 became editor homemakers department 1919 assisted imperial order daughters empire published booklet titled heart stories benefit war charities time regularly lectured topics temperance suffragism summary wikipedia |
| 10732 |
10677 |
11330 |
Wild Bees, Wasps and Ants and Other Stinging Insects |
Edward Saunders |
Animals |
An overview of bees and stinging insects - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/wild-bees-wasps-and-ants-and-other-stinging-insects-by-edward-saunders/ |
overview bees stinging insects summary larry wilson |
| 10733 |
10678 |
11331 |
Bee Hunting |
John Ready Lockard |
*Non-fiction, Animals, Nature |
Many books on sports of various kinds have been written, but outside of an occasional article in periodicals devoted to bee literature, but little has been written on the subject of bee hunting. Therefore, I have tried, in this volume, Bee Hunting for Pleasure and Profit, to give a work in compact form, the product of what I have learned along this line during the forty years in nature's school room. - Summary by John Ready Lockard |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/bee-hunting-by-john-ready-lockard/ |
many books sports various kinds written outside occasional article periodicals devoted bee literature little written subject bee hunting therefore tried volume bee hunting pleasure profit give work compact form product learned along line forty years nature s school room summary john ready lockard |
| 10734 |
10679 |
11332 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 10. October 1896 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the October Number.<br/> \nIt includes the following articles:<br/>\n<ul><li>California by the Hon. George C. Perkins</li>\n<li>The Economic Aspects of Soil Erosion by Dr N. S. Shaler</li>\n<li>The Nansen Polar Expedition, Special Report of the Hon. Ernest A. Man</li>\n<li>Ice-Cliffs On The Kowak River by Lieut. J. C. Cantwell</li>\n<li>Recent Hydrographic Work, by F. H. Newell</li>\n<li>Miscellanea</li></ul>\n<br/> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-07-10-october-1896-by-various/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly october number br includes following articles br ul li california hon george c perkins li li the economic aspects soil erosion dr n s shaler li li the nansen polar expedition special report hon ernest a man li li ice cliffs kowak river lieut j c cantwell li li recent hydrographic work f h newell li li miscellanea li ul br |
| 10735 |
10680 |
11333 |
Beyond the Rocks, A Love Story |
Elinor Glyn |
Romance |
Forced into marriage to a man who is older and wealthier, young Theodora Fitzgerald contemplates her fate in love, until she meets and falls in love with another. - Summary by Amy Deuchler |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-the-rocks-a-love-story-by-elinor-glyn/ |
forced marriage man older wealthier young theodora fitzgerald contemplates fate love meets falls love another summary amy deuchler |
| 10736 |
10681 |
11334 |
Weeds by the Wall: Verses |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry |
This is a volume of verses by Madison Julius Cawein. This volume contains several poems of the dream-like quality for which Cawein was so famous. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/weeds-by-the-wall-verses-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume verses madison julius cawein volume contains several poems dream like quality cawein famous summary carolin |
| 10737 |
10682 |
11335 |
Knights of the Silver Shield |
Raymond MacDonald Alden |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a volume of eleven beautiful and original little fairy tales. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-knights-of-the-silver-shield-by-raymond-macdonald-alden/ |
volume eleven beautiful original little fairy tales summary carolin |
| 10738 |
10683 |
11336 |
Monday Tales |
Alphonse Daudet |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories by Alphonse Daudet. The stories paint an incredibly vivid picture of life in continental Europe before the turn of the last century. The settings of the stories also take us all over France, Belgium, and Germany, with little excursions also outside of those countries. The spirit of Europe of the 19th century is palpable, and described in a way few writers can. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/monday-tales-by-alphonse-daudet/ |
collection short stories alphonse daudet stories paint incredibly vivid picture life continental europe turn last century settings stories also take us france belgium germany little excursions also outside countries spirit europe 19th century palpable described way writers can summary carolin |
| 10739 |
10685 |
11338 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 057 |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-057-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour |
| 10740 |
10686 |
11339 |
Songs of Cheer |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by John Kendrick Bangs. All the poems in this volume share the very positive tone, they discuss happiness, love, and friendship, and can be enjoyed by children as well as adults. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-cheer-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
volume poetry john kendrick bangs poems volume share positive tone discuss happiness love friendship enjoyed children well adults summary carolin |
| 10741 |
10687 |
11340 |
Black Motor Car |
Harris Burland |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Head over heels in love with the amazingly beautiful Mrs. de la Mothe, Jack Portheous is led to embezzle a large sum of money from the bank at which he works, and plans to elope with her to South America. On the eve of their planned departure, however, Jack finds his wife dead in their house, and as he blames himself for her death, he decides to cancel everything. Marie de la Mothe is not a woman to be trifled with, however, and she immediately gives him away to his employer, sending Jack off to prison for years. <br></br>After finishing his prison term and spending several years abroad, Jack returns to England, with nothing on his mind but the thought of revenge.. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-motor-car-by-harris-burland/ |
head heels love amazingly beautiful mrs de la mothe jack portheous led embezzle large sum money bank works plans elope south america eve planned departure however jack finds wife dead house blames death decides cancel everything marie de la mothe woman trifled with however immediately gives away employer sending jack prison years br br after finishing prison term spending several years abroad jack returns england nothing mind thought revenge summary carolin |
| 10742 |
10688 |
11341 |
Gl'Inni sacri |
Alessandro Manzoni |
Poetry |
Raccolta di 5 componimenti, ognuno dei quali tratta di una festività cattolica. - Summary by fabiola |
Italian |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/glinni-sacri-by-alessandro-manzoni/ |
raccolta di 5 componimenti ognuno dei quali tratta di una festività cattolica summary fabiola |
| 10743 |
10689 |
11342 |
Conversion |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Among the twelve hundred poems which have emanated from my too prolific pen there are some forty or fifty which treat entirely of that emotion which has been denominated "the grand passion"—love. A few of those are of an extremely fiery character. (from the Preface to Love and Passion by the authoress) |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/conversion-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
among twelve hundred poems emanated prolific pen forty fifty treat entirely emotion denominated the grand passion love extremely fiery character from preface love passion authoress |
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10690 |
11343 |
Stoneground Ghost Tales |
Edmund Gill Swain |
Single Author Collections |
The Stoneground Ghost Tales is a collection of nine short stories set in and around a church and parish on the edge of England's fen country. The protagonist, the Rector of Stoneground, the Reverend Roland Batchel, is a kindly, humane bachelor and amateur antiquarian, very much like Swain himself. (adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-stoneground-ghost-tales-by-edmund-gill-swain/ |
stoneground ghost tales collection nine short stories set around church parish edge england s fen country protagonist rector stoneground reverend roland batchel kindly humane bachelor amateur antiquarian much like swain himself adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 10745 |
10691 |
11344 |
Magistrate |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
The success of “The Magistrate” was immediate, and the Court Theatre was crowded night after night for more than a year, the play being presented over 300 times. So prosperous was the run that there was no cessation during the Summer holiday season. This success, however, was not confined to London, for three companies were soon carrying the play triumphantly over the English provinces, while in September 1885 Mr. Pinero went to New York to produce his work.\n\nHow can you resist a comedy whose acts are labeled Act 1: The Family Skeleton; Act 2: It Leaves Its Cupboard; and Act 3: It Crumbles?\n - Summary by (Introduction, ToddHW)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMr Posket (Magistrate of the Mulberry Street Police Court): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nAgatha Posket: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nCis Farringdon (her Son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCharlotte Verrinder (her Sister): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nColonel Lukyn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nCaptain Horace Vale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br>\nBeatie Tomlinson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr. Bullamy (Magistrate of the Mulberry Street Police Court): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nAchille Blond: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nIsidore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11183">VivianWeaver</a><br>\nMr. Wormington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11183">VivianWeaver</a><br>\nInspector Messiter (Metropolitan Police): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nSerjeant Lugg (Metropolitan Police): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>\nConstable Harris (Metropolitan Police): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nWyke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nPopham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11193">Amy Deuchler</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-magistrate-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
success the magistrate immediate court theatre crowded night night year play presented 300 times prosperous run cessation summer holiday season success however confined london three companies soon carrying play triumphantly english provinces september 1885 mr pinero went new york produce work resist comedy whose acts labeled act 1 family skeleton act 2 leaves cupboard act 3 crumbles summary introduction toddhw br br cast list br mr posket magistrate mulberry street police court a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br agatha posket a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cis farringdon her son a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br charlotte verrinder her sister a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br colonel lukyn a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br captain horace vale a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br beatie tomlinson a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr bullamy magistrate mulberry street police court a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br achille blond a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br isidore a href https librivox org reader 11183 vivianweaver a br mr wormington a href https librivox org reader 11183 vivianweaver a br inspector messiter metropolitan police a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br serjeant lugg metropolitan police a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br constable harris metropolitan police a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br wyke a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br popham a href https librivox org reader 11193 amy deuchler a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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10692 |
11345 |
Bible Passages Collection 003 |
American Standard Version |
Bibles |
LibriVox recording of Bible Passages Collection 003 with selections from the American Standard Version, King James Version, World English Bible, Emphasized, Bible, Catholic Public Domain Bible, Morgan New Testament, and Updated King James Version. (summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-passages-collection-003/ |
librivox recording bible passages collection 003 selections american standard version king james version world english bible emphasized bible catholic public domain bible morgan new testament updated king james version summary maryann |
| 10747 |
10708 |
11361 |
At Sunrise |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Canada has full right to be proud of her poets, a small body though they are; but not only does Mr. Carman stand high and clear above them all—his place (and time cannot but confirm and justify the assertion) is among those men whose poetry is the shining glory of that great English literature which is our common heritage. (Bliss Carmen: An Appreciation; [Later Poems by Bliss Carmen] McClelland & Steward, 1921) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/at-sunrise-by-bliss-carman/ |
canada full right proud poets small body though are mr carman stand high clear all his place and time cannot confirm justify assertion among men whose poetry shining glory great english literature common heritage bliss carmen appreciation later poems bliss carmen mcclelland steward 1921 |
| 10748 |
10709 |
11362 |
Ventures into Verse |
H. L. Mencken |
Single author |
Better known for his biting satire, Mencken's first book was this small volume of verses. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/ventures-into-verse-by-h-l-mencken/ |
better known biting satire mencken s first book small volume verses summary larry wilson |
| 10749 |
10693 |
11346 |
Whale |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
His career spanned more than forty years, and his stories, poems, and articles were published in more than 225 magazines. His work appeared alongside that of his contemporaries, including Mark Twain, Sax Rohmer, James B. Hendryx, Berton Braley, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Don Marquis, Will Rogers, and Edgar Rice Burroughs.\n\nDespite the enormous volume of his work, Butler was, for most of his life, only a part-time author. He worked full-time as a banker and was very active in his local community. A founding member of both the Dutch Treat Club and the Authors League of America, Butler was an always-present force in the New York City literary scene. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-whale-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
career spanned forty years stories poems articles published 225 magazines work appeared alongside contemporaries including mark twain sax rohmer james b hendryx berton braley f scott fitzgerald marquis rogers edgar rice burroughs despite enormous volume work butler was life part time author worked full time banker active local community founding member dutch treat club authors league america butler always present force new york city literary scene wikipedia |
| 10750 |
10694 |
11347 |
Great Taxicab Robbery |
James H. Collins |
*Non-fiction, True Crime |
In 1912, $25,000 was stolen during a bank transfer in New York City in broad daylight. In what may appear astonishing in today's world, the transfer occurred in a New York City taxicab.\n\nThis factual account brings true crime of the early twentieth century to life. The various methods used by the detectives and police in their attempts to solve the mystery behind the robbery, and hopefully bring the thieves to justice, makes for great reading, particularly when one considers the fact that the accounts occurred over a century ago, and are quite authentic. Although the police now have higher technological advantages than was available over a century ago, the reader may find that many general techniques haven't changed all that much over the years. The characters involved with this true caper prove ingenious on both sides.\n( Roger Melin) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-taxicab-robbery-by-james-h-collins/ |
1912 25 000 stolen bank transfer new york city broad daylight may appear astonishing today s world transfer occurred new york city taxicab factual account brings true crime early twentieth century life various methods used detectives police attempts solve mystery behind robbery hopefully bring thieves justice makes great reading particularly one considers fact accounts occurred century ago quite authentic although police higher technological advantages available century ago reader may find many general techniques changed much years characters involved true caper prove ingenious sides roger melin |
| 10751 |
10695 |
11348 |
Beowulf (Hall translation) |
Unknown |
Epics |
The most famous piece of Old English literature, Beowulf was written by an unknown poet at least 1000 years ago and tells how the eponymous hero who is a great warrior defeats the monster Grendel and his mother. He later goes on to rule the Geats before dying killing another foe, a dragon. This metered translation was made by John Lesslie Hall - Summary by clarinetcarrot |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/beowulf-by-unknown-2/ |
famous piece old english literature beowulf written unknown poet least 1000 years ago tells eponymous hero great warrior defeats monster grendel mother later goes rule geats dying killing another foe dragon metered translation made john lesslie hall summary clarinetcarrot |
| 10752 |
10696 |
11349 |
Theodore Winthrop: A Civil War Narrative Aborted by Death |
Theodore Winthrop |
War & Military |
Theodore Winthrop (1828 – 1861) was a charismatic writer, lawyer, and world traveler. In the New York Seventh Regiment, he was one of the first Union officers killed in the American Civil War. He wrote two articles for The Atlantic Monthly, the first of an intended series on the nascent civil war. He was killed in the Battle Of Big Bethel in June 1861 before he finished the third article. This librivox recording consists of the two finished articles and the Atlantic Monthly obituary which itself contains the third article. These articles are from The Atlantic Monthly for June 1861, July 1861, and August 1861. Note: In article three, “contraband” means African Americans. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/theodore-winthrop-a-civil-war-narrative-aborted-by-death-by-theodore-winthrop/ |
theodore winthrop 1828 1861 charismatic writer lawyer world traveler new york seventh regiment one first union officers killed american civil war wrote two articles atlantic monthly first intended series nascent civil war killed battle big bethel june 1861 finished third article librivox recording consists two finished articles atlantic monthly obituary contains third article articles atlantic monthly june 1861 july 1861 august 1861 note article three contraband means african americans summary david wales |
| 10753 |
10697 |
11350 |
Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel (version 3) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Chatterer the Red Squirrel finds himself in trouble again and is forced to abandon his old home. As the search for a new home begins, Chatterer's curiosity gets the better of him and a moment of carelessness causes him to stumble into a far different home than he ever imagined. This book is Thornton W. Burgess at his best as he captures the personalities and behaviors of the animals in the Green Forest delightfully well and tells a story of mischievousness and unexpected friendship. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-chatterer-the-red-squirrel-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
chatterer red squirrel finds trouble forced abandon old home search new home begins chatterer s curiosity gets better moment carelessness causes stumble far different home ever imagined book thornton w burgess best captures personalities behaviors animals green forest delightfully well tells story mischievousness unexpected friendship summary jill engle |
| 10754 |
10698 |
11351 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 2: Love (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The second of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes a range of famous and influential love poems relating to such topics as admiration; love's nature; love's beginnings; and wooing and winning. It also includes an introductory essay by American poet John Vance Cheney (1848-1922). Summary by Tomas Peter. |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-2-part-1/ |
second ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes range famous influential love poems relating topics admiration love s nature love s beginnings wooing winning also includes introductory essay american poet john vance cheney 1848 1922 summary tomas peter |
| 10755 |
10699 |
11352 |
Uncanny Tales |
Mary Louisa Molesworth |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Mrs. Molesworth was during her time best known for her many children's books. It is not so well known that she also wrote some uncanny tales, which are probably best enjoyed by people a little above the age-group for which Mrs. Molesworth normally wrote. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/uncanny-tales-by-mary-louisa-molesworth/ |
mrs molesworth time best known many children s books well known also wrote uncanny tales probably best enjoyed people little age group mrs molesworth normally wrote summary carolin |
| 10756 |
10701 |
11354 |
Catherine De' Medici |
Honoré de Balzac |
Historical Fiction, Early Modern |
The Philosophical Studies from The Human Comedy (La Comedie Humaine) are a series of works that are intended as a reflection on history in part through the use of fiction. 'Catherine de Medici' is one such 'study', and features, alongside detailed history (and even architectural) sections, elements of the 'story' are fictionalised. In particular, this happens through dialogue that describes the feelings of the characters and what they are doing, these parts in the manner of a novel. In particular, Catherine de Medici (apparently), was depicted by historians as a bad ruler. This book is an attempt to redress that misunderstanding. Catherine de Medici is shown as one of the most powerful rulers of her day, using the intricacies of court to enact measures to improve the situation of her peoples and herself. (Summary by Reader) |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/catherine-de-medici-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
philosophical studies human comedy la comedie humaine series works intended reflection history part use fiction catherine de medici one study features alongside detailed history and even architectural sections elements story fictionalised particular happens dialogue describes feelings characters doing parts manner novel particular catherine de medici apparently depicted historians bad ruler book attempt redress misunderstanding catherine de medici shown one powerful rulers day using intricacies court enact measures improve situation peoples herself summary reader |
| 10757 |
10702 |
11355 |
Oscar Wilde: A Study |
André Gide |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a 1905 memoir of one great litterateur’s latter days written by another great litterateur. This recording omits the numerous footnotes and two letters in French untranslated by the translator. -Summary by david wales |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-a-study-by-andre-gide/ |
1905 memoir one great litterateur s latter days written another great litterateur recording omits numerous footnotes two letters french untranslated translator summary david wales |
| 10758 |
10703 |
11356 |
Master Builder (Gosse & Archer Translation) |
Henrik Ibsen |
Tragedy |
Halvard Solness is a master architect who has ruthlessly forged a preëminent career without regard for the feelings of those around him. In spite of this unscrupulous path of life, his conscience is still painfully alive, burdening him with guilt for past choices. He lives a tormented existence, fearful not only that he is going mad but also that he has unconsciously been in league with demonic powers in order to reach his present status. His long-suffering wife and his mistress try to deal with him in his fragile state while not being destroyed themselves. Into this fraught situation suddenly arrives the dangerous Hilda Wangel, an eldritch young woman claiming a special relationship with Solness from his past.<br><br>\n\nOne of the five great plays of Ibsen’s final period, “The Master Builder” is laden with layers of symbolic significance. Like most Ibsen works, it begins quietly with dialogue between quite ordinary people and only gradually reveals its depths of meaning and power. Summary by Expatriate |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-master-builder-gosse-archer-translation-by-henrik-ibsen/ |
halvard solness master architect ruthlessly forged preëminent career without regard feelings around him spite unscrupulous path life conscience still painfully alive burdening guilt past choices lives tormented existence fearful going mad also unconsciously league demonic powers order reach present status long suffering wife mistress try deal fragile state destroyed themselves fraught situation suddenly arrives dangerous hilda wangel eldritch young woman claiming special relationship solness past br br one five great plays ibsen s final period the master builder laden layers symbolic significance like ibsen works begins quietly dialogue quite ordinary people gradually reveals depths meaning power summary expatriate |
| 10759 |
10704 |
11357 |
Grey Lady |
Henry Seton Merriman |
General Fiction |
\nA tale of romance, greed, blackmail, secrets, Spain and ships. Loss and intrigue too as we follow twin brothers along their life paths. Summary by Sandra |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-grey-lady-by-henry-seton-merriman/ |
tale romance greed blackmail secrets spain ships loss intrigue follow twin brothers along life paths summary sandra |
| 10760 |
10705 |
11358 |
Christmas Miscellany |
Various |
Family Life, General Fiction, Single author |
A selection of eight short works, chapters, or poems about Christmas. - Summary by david wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-miscellany-by-various/ |
selection eight short works chapters poems christmas summary david wales |
| 10761 |
10706 |
11359 |
Death Ship |
William Clark Russell |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
William Clark Russell is well-known for his maritime stories, for which he could draw upon his own experiences as a sailor in the British Navy. This is one of the finest examples of his maritime ghost stories.<br></br>Everyone knows the story of the ghostly ship, the Flying Dutchman, which is cursed and doomed to sail the seven seas forever, bringing destruction to anyone crossing its path. Geoffrey Fenton, narrator of this story, is one of those unlucky persons who do cross this ship's path, and who even gets captured by it. When he finds himself on the famous Death Ship, the adventure of his life begins, including deadly storms, pirates, and a very particular beautiful damsel in distress. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-death-ship-by-william-clark-russell/ |
william clark russell well known maritime stories could draw upon experiences sailor british navy one finest examples maritime ghost stories br br everyone knows story ghostly ship flying dutchman cursed doomed sail seven seas forever bringing destruction anyone crossing path geoffrey fenton narrator story one unlucky persons cross ship s path even gets captured it finds famous death ship adventure life begins including deadly storms pirates particular beautiful damsel distress summary carolin |
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10707 |
11360 |
Chicago Princess |
Robert Barr |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
After working several years in foreign affairs, and after winning and then losing a fortune, Rupert Tremorne is stranded in Nagasaki, at the end of his wits and in some debt. His only chance is to take the post as private secretary to the Millionaire Mr Hemster, and to sail on with him on his yacht. Sailing around Asia is big adventure for anyone, but it is a special one for Tremorne, because besides Mr Hemster and his staff, there are the beautiful Miss Gertrude Hemster and her companion Hilda Stretton on board. And suddenly, Tremorne has his hands full with those two ladies... - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-chicago-princess-by-robert-barr/ |
working several years foreign affairs winning losing fortune rupert tremorne stranded nagasaki end wits debt chance take post private secretary millionaire mr hemster sail yacht sailing around asia big adventure anyone special one tremorne besides mr hemster staff beautiful miss gertrude hemster companion hilda stretton board suddenly tremorne hands full two ladies summary carolin |
| 10763 |
10710 |
11363 |
Ship of Earth |
Sidney Lanier |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
But how short was his day, and how slender his opportunity! From the time he was of age he waged a constant, courageous, hopeless fight against adverse circumstance for room to live and write. Much very dear, and sweet, and most sympathetic helpfulness he met in the city of his adoption, and from friends elsewhere, but he could not command the time and leisure which might have lengthened his life and given him opportunity to write the music and the verse with which his soul was teeming. Yet short as was his literary life, and hindered though it were, its fruit will fill a large space in the garnering of the poetic art of our country. (Poems of Sidney Lanier - Memorial by William Hayes Ward) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-ship-of-earth-by-sidney-lanier/ |
short day slender opportunity time age waged constant courageous hopeless fight adverse circumstance room live write much dear sweet sympathetic helpfulness met city adoption friends elsewhere could command time leisure might lengthened life given opportunity write music verse soul teeming yet short literary life hindered though were fruit fill large space garnering poetic art country poems sidney lanier memorial william hayes ward |
| 10764 |
10711 |
11364 |
Night Club |
Herbert George Jenkins |
Published 1900 onward |
This work of fiction by Herbert Jenkins (1876-1923) features one of his best-loved comic characters, the affable Cockney, Joseph Bindle. It was Bindle who conceived the idea of forming ”The Night Club”, where people from different walks of London life would gather on Sunday evenings "for a smoke, a drink and a yarn" to socialize, reflect on their lives, and share tales and reminiscences. It was improbably chaired by Bindle and faithfully reported to us by a member of the club. --Lee Smalley |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-club-by-herbert-george-jenkins/ |
work fiction herbert jenkins 1876 1923 features one best loved comic characters affable cockney joseph bindle bindle conceived idea forming the night club people different walks london life would gather sunday evenings for smoke drink yarn socialize reflect lives share tales reminiscences improbably chaired bindle faithfully reported us member club lee smalley |
| 10765 |
10712 |
11365 |
Pассказы для детей и взрослых (Short Stories for Children and Adults) |
Vsevolod Garshin |
Short works, Published 1800 -1900 |
Всеволод Михайлович Гаршин (1855-1888). Его первый опубликованный рассказ «Четыре дня» сразу принес ему известность. В его творчестве драматизм действия заменён драматизмом мысли, драматизмом переживаний, которые и являются основным материалом для Гаршина. Писатель страдал приступами нервного расстройства и в возрасте 33 лет совершил самоубийство. \nПервые пять сказок адресованы детям, "Сигнал" подросткам, остальные для зрелой аудитории. \n<br><br>\nVsevolod Garshin (1855-1888). His short stories were an immediate success, but he suffered from periodical bouts of mental illness. At the age of 33 he committed suicide. His stories are characterized by a spirit of compassion and pity comparable to Dostoevsky's and Chekhov's.\nHis story Signal appears in English translation in LibriVox "Best Russian Short Stories" collection <a href="http://www.archive.org/download/best_russian_shortstories_1010_librivox/bestrussianshortstories_11_seltzer.mp3">here</a>. \n<br><br>\n(Mark Chulsky and Wikipedia) |
Russian |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/p-short-stories-for-children-and-adults-by-vsevolod-garshin/ |
всеволод михайлович гаршин 1855 1888 его первый опубликованный рассказ четыре дня сразу принес ему известность в его творчестве драматизм действия заменён драматизмом мысли драматизмом переживаний которые и являются основным материалом для гаршина писатель страдал приступами нервного расстройства и в возрасте 33 лет совершил самоубийство первые пять сказок адресованы детям сигнал подросткам остальные для зрелой аудитории br br vsevolod garshin 1855 1888 short stories immediate success suffered periodical bouts mental illness age 33 committed suicide stories characterized spirit compassion pity comparable dostoevsky s chekhov s story signal appears english translation librivox best russian short stories collection a href http www archive org download best_russian_shortstories_1010_librivox bestrussianshortstories_11_seltzer mp3 here a br br mark chulsky wikipedia |
| 10766 |
10713 |
11366 |
Rainbow Gold: Poems Old and New Selected for Boys and Girls |
Various |
Poetry |
This collection of poems, selected by Sara Teasdale, a talented poet in her own right, is made to appeal to children, both girls and boys. They are not poems about children, but for children. Neither does this mean that they are childish, but rather that they capture the imagination of children both in subject matter and the richness of the lyrical language of the poems themselves. They range through the great classical poets from Milton to Poe, in all of their variety and vigor. What child could not be captivated by Blake’s, The Tiger, or enchanted by Lanier’s Song of the Chattahoochee? Here in these verses, we all are children. -summary by Larry Wilson\n\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rainbow-gold-poems-old-and-new-selected-for-boys-and-girls-by-various/ |
collection poems selected sara teasdale talented poet right made appeal children girls boys poems children children neither mean childish rather capture imagination children subject matter richness lyrical language poems themselves range great classical poets milton poe variety vigor child could captivated blake s tiger enchanted lanier s song chattahoochee verses children summary larry wilson |
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10714 |
11367 |
Cynthia Wakeham's Money |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A young lawyer is called to the house of a dying woman to draw up her will. While searching for her legal heirs, meets a beautiful woman with a mysterious scar. The lawyer soon finds that his search for the heirs leads to some very unusual occurrences. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/cynthia-wakehams-money-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
young lawyer called house dying woman draw will searching legal heirs meets beautiful woman mysterious scar lawyer soon finds search heirs leads unusual occurrences summary richard kilmer |
| 10768 |
10715 |
11368 |
It Is Never Too Late to Mend |
Charles Reade |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
A ruthless squire becomes obsessed with a younger woman and conspires against her lover, George Fielding, so that the squire can win her. With the squire's financial pressure turned up on his family, George goes to Australia to earn money enough to marry his girl. In the meantime, a young man named Tom Robinson is sent to prison for stealing. For his somewhat minor offense, he suffers severe mistreatment in prison. "It Is Never Too Late to Mend" was written in the 1850s to shed light on abuses in British prison discipline and the treatment of criminals, but is also an adventure yarn set in the gold fields of Australia. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/it-is-never-too-late-to-mend-by-charles-reade/ |
ruthless squire becomes obsessed younger woman conspires lover george fielding squire win her squire s financial pressure turned family george goes australia earn money enough marry girl meantime young man named tom robinson sent prison stealing somewhat minor offense suffers severe mistreatment prison it never late mend written 1850s shed light abuses british prison discipline treatment criminals also adventure yarn set gold fields australia summary triciag |
| 10769 |
10716 |
11369 |
Kinder- und Hausmärchen |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Eine Sammlung der bekannten Volksmärchen, herausgegeben von den Brüdern Jacob und Wilhelm Grimm. Summary by Sonia |
German |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/kinder-und-hausmaerchen-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm-2/ |
eine sammlung der bekannten volksmärchen herausgegeben von den brüdern jacob und wilhelm grimm summary sonia |
| 10770 |
10730 |
11383 |
Black Oxen |
Gertrude Atherton |
Romance, Fantasy Fiction |
Lee Clavering, a young playwright falls in love with an Austrian countess, not noticing the adoring glances from the outgoing flapper, Janet. Unknown to the young lover, the object of his devotion is defying age with artifice in this controversial pseudo-science fiction romance. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/black-oxen-by-gertrude-atherton/ |
lee clavering young playwright falls love austrian countess noticing adoring glances outgoing flapper janet unknown young lover object devotion defying age artifice controversial pseudo science fiction romance summary lynne thompson |
| 10771 |
10717 |
11370 |
October - A Sonnet |
William Cullen Bryant |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Cullen Bryant was an American romantic poet, journalist, and long-time editor of the New York Evening Post. Bryant edited the very successful Picturesque America which was published between 1872 and 1874. This two-volume set was lavishly illustrated and described scenic places in the United States and Canada.\nIn his last decade, Bryant shifted from writing his own poetry to a blank verse translation of Homer's works. He assiduously worked on the Iliad and The Odyssey from 1871 to 1874. He is also remembered as one of the principal authorities on homeopathy and as a hymnist for the Unitarian Church, both legacies of his father's enormous influence on him. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/october-a-sonnet-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
william cullen bryant american romantic poet journalist long time editor new york evening post bryant edited successful picturesque america published 1872 1874 two volume set lavishly illustrated described scenic places united states canada last decade bryant shifted writing poetry blank verse translation homer s works assiduously worked iliad odyssey 1871 1874 also remembered one principal authorities homeopathy hymnist unitarian church legacies father s enormous influence him summary wikipedia |
| 10772 |
10718 |
11371 |
Narrative of Sojourner Truth (version 2) |
Olive Gilbert |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Sojourner Truth (born Isabella Baumfree) was born into slavery in 1797 (or thereabouts) in Swartekill, Ulster County, New York. This narrative, as told by Sojourner Truth to her friend Olive Gilbert, recounts to the best of her recollection what she and her family endured while they were the legal property of other human beings. These life experiences served as the catalysts for her becoming, in her later years, an outspoken abolutionist and women's rights activist. Her forgiving attitude toward those who once treated her and her loved ones with such cruelty is an example for all who would aspire to heal and move on from traumatizing life experiences. The voice of Olive Gilbert comes through in this narrative, and together, she and Sojourner Truth build a compelling case against slavery. - Summary by Holly Jenson |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-narrative-of-sojourner-truth-version-2-by-olive-gilbert/ |
sojourner truth born isabella baumfree born slavery 1797 or thereabouts swartekill ulster county new york narrative told sojourner truth friend olive gilbert recounts best recollection family endured legal property human beings life experiences served catalysts becoming later years outspoken abolutionist women s rights activist forgiving attitude toward treated loved ones cruelty example would aspire heal move traumatizing life experiences voice olive gilbert comes narrative together sojourner truth build compelling case slavery summary holly jenson |
| 10773 |
10719 |
11372 |
Jenny |
Sigrid Undset |
Literary Fiction |
Jenny Winge is a Norwegian expatriate studying art in Rome, part of a Bohemian group of friends who explore the ancient City in an intoxicating passion for Beauty. Yearning for an immortal Love, she allows herself to fall into less-than-ideal romantic relationships and then has to struggle with all her might to recover her independence. Constantly resisting conformity, she demands absolute freedom for herself while always being tempted to fall back into the comfortable ruts of provincial domesticity. A profound psychological study of the social Outsider, the person who “sees through” the shallow façades of human social convention, this novel might also be seen as an early fictional exploration of the existentialist insistence on individual choice in all its terrifying responsibility. Nobel laureate Sigrid Undset, most famous for her later epic “Kristin Lavransdatter,” published this dark, remarkable, psychologically-dense novel in 1911, when the author was the same age as her protagonist and experiencing many of the same existential choices. ( Expatriate) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/jenny-by-sigrid-undset/ |
jenny winge norwegian expatriate studying art rome part bohemian group friends explore ancient city intoxicating passion beauty yearning immortal love allows fall less than ideal romantic relationships struggle might recover independence constantly resisting conformity demands absolute freedom always tempted fall back comfortable ruts provincial domesticity profound psychological study social outsider person sees through shallow façades human social convention novel might also seen early fictional exploration existentialist insistence individual choice terrifying responsibility nobel laureate sigrid undset famous later epic kristin lavransdatter published dark remarkable psychologically dense novel 1911 author age protagonist experiencing many existential choices expatriate |
| 10774 |
10720 |
11373 |
Compilation de poèmes - 007 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. - Résumé d'Ezwa |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-007-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox résumé d ezwa |
| 10775 |
10721 |
11374 |
Boston Blackie: Stories Around the Opium Lamp |
Jack Boyle |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Boston Blackie had his birth in the imagination of a self confessed “opium eater.” Jack Boyle was a San Francisco newspaper man who became dependent upon the drug to make his deadlines, lost his job, and turned to crime to support his habit. He served several prison terms and while incarcerated in Colorado began writing a series of short stories for the American Magazine based on his experiences. Boston Blackie was a much darker character in these early stories than he became in later incarnations in book, film, radio and television, which dropped his opium dependence. This collection presents the first four Boston Blackie stories to be published, prefaced by an autobiographical piece by Boyle, who wrote them all under the pseudonym “No. 6606,” his prisoner number. - Summary by Winston Tharp |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/boston-blackie-stories-around-the-opium-lamp-by-jack-boyle/ |
boston blackie birth imagination self confessed opium eater jack boyle san francisco newspaper man became dependent upon drug make deadlines lost job turned crime support habit served several prison terms incarcerated colorado began writing series short stories american magazine based experiences boston blackie much darker character early stories became later incarnations book film radio television dropped opium dependence collection presents first four boston blackie stories published prefaced autobiographical piece boyle wrote pseudonym no 6606 prisoner number summary winston tharp |
| 10776 |
10722 |
11375 |
Anting-Anting Stories And Other Strange Tales of the Filipinos |
Sargent Kayme |
Single Author Collections |
"No less wonderful and varied are the inhabitants and the phenomena of the Philippines, and a new author, showing rare knowledge of the country and its strange peoples, now gives us a collection of simple yet wonderful stories which bring them before us with dramatic vividness... Strangest, perhaps, of all these possibilities for fiction is the 'anting-anting', at once a mysterious power to protect its possessor and the outward symbol of the protection..." - Summary from the Foreword |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/anting-anting-stories-by-sargent-kayme/ |
no less wonderful varied inhabitants phenomena philippines new author showing rare knowledge country strange peoples gives us collection simple yet wonderful stories bring us dramatic vividness strangest perhaps possibilities fiction anting anting mysterious power protect possessor outward symbol protection summary foreword |
| 10777 |
10723 |
11376 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VII, No 1, January 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, stories and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1990 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vii-no-1-january-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems stories brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10778 |
10724 |
11377 |
Guides to Belle Vue Zoological Gardens 1891-1917 |
Various |
Sports & Recreation |
Guides to the Belle Vue Zoological Gardens from the Chetham's Library Virtual Belle Vue Collection. The Belle Vue gardens opened in 1836 as a place of genteel entertainment for the middle classes of industrial Manchester, but soon became one the most popular attractions in the north of England. The 1891 guide details the animals on view and the features of the amusement park. The 1917 guide notes the addition of new snake and ape houses, attractions such as Laughterland and a Figure of 8 Toboggan, and the Kings Hall, which hosted major concerts and sporting events through to the 1970s. The addition of a car park to the stabling for visitors who arrived with their own horse and carriage marked the passing of the years, yet the price of a cup of tea remained the same. Evening entertainments, featuring tableaux and firework displays against the backdrop of a painting erected on a 60 by 100 foot frame on the Picture Lake, were a popular feature. In the 1890s these entertainments documented military exploits from the heyday of British imperialism. In 1917 war was closer at hand. The evening entertainment of that year, commemorating the tank battle of the Ancre, was evidently a sombre affair that reflected the uncertainties of popular entertainment in the final years of the 1914-18 war. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/guides-to-belle-vue-zoological-gardens-1891-1917-by-various/ |
guides belle vue zoological gardens chetham s library virtual belle vue collection belle vue gardens opened 1836 place genteel entertainment middle classes industrial manchester soon became one popular attractions north england 1891 guide details animals view features amusement park 1917 guide notes addition new snake ape houses attractions laughterland figure 8 toboggan kings hall hosted major concerts sporting events 1970s addition car park stabling visitors arrived horse carriage marked passing years yet price cup tea remained same evening entertainments featuring tableaux firework displays backdrop painting erected 60 100 foot frame picture lake popular feature 1890s entertainments documented military exploits heyday british imperialism 1917 war closer hand evening entertainment year commemorating tank battle ancre evidently sombre affair reflected uncertainties popular entertainment final years 1914 18 war phil benson |
| 10779 |
10725 |
11378 |
Practice of Prayer |
G. Campbell Morgan |
Christianity - Commentary |
God has made prayer possible to us through Jesus. We can pray prevailingly only as we respond to the truths which create the possibility. The sphere of prayer includes the coming of the Kingdom of God and the provision of all the need of the saints. Thus all these constitute an integral part of the subject of the practice of prayer. Prayer is only possible to the revealed Father through the mediating Son by the inspiring Spirit. Prayer is only a prevailing power as, in the life, the child of God is loyal to His Kingship, satisfied with His provision, conformed to His likeness. Moreover, it can only be operative within the sphere revealed in the pattern of prayer. (G. Campbell Morgan) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-practice-of-prayer-by-g-campbell-morgan/ |
god made prayer possible us jesus pray prevailingly respond truths create possibility sphere prayer includes coming kingdom god provision need saints thus constitute integral part subject practice prayer prayer possible revealed father mediating son inspiring spirit prayer prevailing power as life child god loyal kingship satisfied provision conformed likeness moreover operative within sphere revealed pattern prayer g campbell morgan |
| 10780 |
10726 |
11379 |
Reign of Queen Anne, Volume II |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military |
Anne Stuart (1665-1714), Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland, succeeded William III to the throne in 1702. She was the daughter of the deposed Catholic king, James II, but was of the Anglican faith. Liberal, Irish member of Parliament, Justin McCarthy, writing in 1902, creates in sparkling, uncluttered prose a panoramic canvas of Anne and her times. In the second of the two volumes, McCarthy describes the Battle of Malplaquet, where Marlborough meets the French in "a contest of hand-to-hand fighting on a gigantic scale." Then follows "the darkest chapter in the record of Queen Anne's reign," as a parliamentary conspiracy, headed by Bolingbroke, topples Marlborough from power. From Parliament we move to London's coffee houses where Londoners gather to read the "Spectator" and where, in 1714, they anxiously await news of the dying Queen. Scarcely has George I ascended his throne, when Jacobites at home and abroad begin to plot a Stuart Restoration under the son of the ousted James. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-reign-of-queen-anne-volume-ii-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
anne stuart 1665 1714 queen england scotland ireland succeeded william iii throne 1702 daughter deposed catholic king james ii anglican faith liberal irish member parliament justin mccarthy writing 1902 creates sparkling uncluttered prose panoramic canvas anne times second two volumes mccarthy describes battle malplaquet marlborough meets french a contest hand to hand fighting gigantic scale follows the darkest chapter record queen anne s reign parliamentary conspiracy headed bolingbroke topples marlborough power parliament move london s coffee houses londoners gather read spectator where 1714 anxiously await news dying queen scarcely george ascended throne jacobites home abroad begin plot stuart restoration son ousted james pamela nagami |
| 10781 |
10727 |
11380 |
Selected Poems |
Arthur Hugh Clough |
Single author |
During his short but eventful life, Arthur Hugh Clough wrote poems on subjects as varied as religious doubt, European politics and social injustice. This selection has been chosen from his collected works so that listeners familiar with Clough might hear old favourites while others may find new poems to enjoy. (Summary by Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-arthur-hugh-clough/ |
short eventful life arthur hugh clough wrote poems subjects varied religious doubt european politics social injustice selection chosen collected works listeners familiar clough might hear old favourites others may find new poems enjoy summary newgatenovelist |
| 10782 |
10728 |
11381 |
If I May |
A. A. Milne |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
A. A. Milne (18 January 1882 – 31 January 1956) was an English author, best known for his books about the teddy bear Winnie-the-Pooh and for various poems. 'If I May' is a collection of short essays on desultory subjects that first appeared in The Sphere, The Outlook, The Daily News, The Sunday Express (London) and Vanity Fair (New York). These essays display Milne's vivid imagination and literary ability to elaborate on almost any subject in an engaging manner. Milne's literary style and humor - often self deprecatory - endear him to modern readers as well - Summary by Wikipedia, S K |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/if-i-may-by-a-a-milne/ |
a a milne 18 january 1882 31 january 1956 english author best known books teddy bear winnie the pooh various poems if may collection short essays desultory subjects first appeared sphere outlook daily news sunday express london vanity fair new york essays display milne s vivid imagination literary ability elaborate almost subject engaging manner milne s literary style humor often self deprecatory endear modern readers well summary wikipedia k |
| 10783 |
10729 |
11382 |
Star Stories for Little Folks |
Gertrude Chandler Warner |
Children's Non-fiction, Science |
Gertrude Chandler Warner, known mainly for her "Boxcar Children" series of mystery books, published this small book of Astronomy, Constellations, and the stories behind them in 1918. It follows the story of a little girl named Helen, and her friend Dr. Lorry as she learns about stars through stories, games, and more. (Summary by Kangaroo) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/star-stories-for-little-folks-by-gertrude-chandler-warner/ |
gertrude chandler warner known mainly boxcar children series mystery books published small book astronomy constellations stories behind 1918 follows story little girl named helen friend dr lorry learns stars stories games more summary kangaroo |
| 10784 |
10731 |
11384 |
Adventures of Gil Blas de Santillane |
Alain René Lesage |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Gil Blas is born in misery to a stablehand and a chambermaid of Santillana in Cantabria, and is educated by his uncle. He leaves Oviedo at the age of seventeen to attend the University of Salamanca. His bright future is suddenly interrupted when he is forced to help robbers along the route and is faced with jail. He becomes a valet and, over the course of several years, is able to observe many different classes of society, both lay and clerical. Because of his occupation, he meets many disreputable people and is able to adjust to many situations, thanks to his adaptability and quick wit.<br></br>He finally finds himself at the court as a favorite of the king and secretary to the prime minister. Working his way up though hard work and intelligence, Gil is able to retire to a castle to enjoy a fortune and a hard-earned honest life. |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-gil-blas-de-santillane-by-alain-rene-lesage/ |
gil blas born misery stablehand chambermaid santillana cantabria educated uncle leaves oviedo age seventeen attend university salamanca bright future suddenly interrupted forced help robbers along route faced jail becomes valet and course several years able observe many different classes society lay clerical occupation meets many disreputable people able adjust many situations thanks adaptability quick wit br br he finally finds court favorite king secretary prime minister working way though hard work intelligence gil able retire castle enjoy fortune hard earned honest life |
| 10785 |
10732 |
11385 |
Don't Marry |
James W. Donovan |
*Non-fiction, Family & Relationships |
This book doesn't advise against marriage but just offers advice on the errors some people can make who make the wrong choice when entering into so long a contract. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/dont-marry-by-james-w-donovan/ |
book advise marriage offers advice errors people make make wrong choice entering long contract summary michele eaton |
| 10786 |
10733 |
11386 |
Brood of the Witch Queen |
Sax Rohmer |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A swan suffers a mysterious death, its neck wrung by apparent supernatural forces. A young woman dies alone in a hospital room, apparently strangled by mysterious means. Sir Michael Ferrara is found strangled in his bedroom with no one else there. Dr. Bruce Cairn and his son Robert are faced with a mystery that involves deeper, darker, more ancient forces than they could have imagined. Who is Sir Michael's adopted son Antony really? And who is the brood of the Witch Queen? - Summary by Don W. Jenkins |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/brood-of-the-witch-queen-by-sax-rohmer/ |
swan suffers mysterious death neck wrung apparent supernatural forces young woman dies alone hospital room apparently strangled mysterious means sir michael ferrara found strangled bedroom one else there dr bruce cairn son robert faced mystery involves deeper darker ancient forces could imagined sir michael s adopted son antony really brood witch queen summary w jenkins |
| 10787 |
10734 |
11387 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 047 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Eighteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include philosophy and thought -- Plato, Aristotle, Leonhard Euler, Henri Amiel, and the French Rights of Man; adventure and mystery -- the ascent of Aconcagua and the mystery ship Mary Celeste; science -- a new comet and lichen dyes; portraits of the seasons by Lucy Maud Montgomery: biographies of Charles Dickens and Clara and Robert Schuman; a history of the Transcendental utopia Fruitlands by Louisa May Alcott, and an essay on reading by Isaac Disraeli. summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-047-by-various/ |
eighteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include philosophy thought plato aristotle leonhard euler henri amiel french rights man adventure mystery ascent aconcagua mystery ship mary celeste science new comet lichen dyes portraits seasons lucy maud montgomery biographies charles dickens clara robert schuman history transcendental utopia fruitlands louisa may alcott essay reading isaac disraeli summary sue anderson |
| 10788 |
10735 |
11388 |
Lady Sybil's Choice |
Emily Sarah Holt |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
This historical novel is set in the 1100s in France and Jerusalem, following the First Crusade. Part of the story of Guy of Lusignan (a real historical character) is told through the eyes of his fictional sister, Elaine.\n<br></br>\nGuy travels to the Holy Land to reclaim it from the Saracens. Elaine follows afterward, finding upon arrival that her brother has fallen in love with Sybil, the sister of the leper king of Jerusalem. Queen Sybilla, a real historical character, is surrounded by political intrigue as she prepares to ascend the throne, which threatens her upcoming marriage to Guy of Lusignan.\n<br></br>\nThe story, however, is not primarily about the history of the period, but about the spiritual journey of Elaine to repentance and saving faith in the era of the medieval Church. How will Elaine's frail peace of mind, which depends on earthly things, cope with the looming storms on the horizon? - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/lady-sybils-choice-by-emily-sarah-holt/ |
historical novel set 1100s france jerusalem following first crusade part story guy lusignan a real historical character told eyes fictional sister elaine br br guy travels holy land reclaim saracens elaine follows afterward finding upon arrival brother fallen love sybil sister leper king jerusalem queen sybilla real historical character surrounded political intrigue prepares ascend throne threatens upcoming marriage guy lusignan br br story however primarily history period spiritual journey elaine repentance saving faith era medieval church elaine s frail peace mind depends earthly things cope looming storms horizon summary triciag |
| 10789 |
10736 |
11389 |
Preferred Risk |
Frederik Pohl |
Science Fiction |
The Company insures you against everything. Everything except war, that is. But they've put an end to wars (or so they claim). The Company also controls everything. Including all the sources of weapons. The Company is dedicated to the happiness of mankind (or so they claim). Medical Treatment and Law Enforcement are just a few of the other services they provide to the entire world. Claims Adjuster Wills was a happy Company employee until his path crossed those of a man with no legs and a mysterious woman. All of a sudden, his world was turned upside down, and his decisions could determine the future of the planet. This collaborative work was originally published under the pseudonym Edson McCann. It was the winner of the 1955 Galaxy-Simon & Schuster novel contest. - Summary by Nick Bulka |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/preferred-risk-by-frederik-pohl/ |
company insures everything everything except war is they ve put end wars or claim company also controls everything including sources weapons company dedicated happiness mankind or claim medical treatment law enforcement services provide entire world claims adjuster wills happy company employee path crossed man legs mysterious woman sudden world turned upside down decisions could determine future planet collaborative work originally published pseudonym edson mccann winner 1955 galaxy simon schuster novel contest summary nick bulka |
| 10790 |
10737 |
11390 |
Sheriff Larrabee's Prisoner |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
The stranger rode up in the pouring rain to the lonely ranch house. Before dawn he was riding quickly away. Who had killed old Mr. Benton? The stranger, or Gus, or Mrs. Zellar? And why was Jack Montagne’s behavior so gentlemanly? Read this 1921 pulp western to find out. Max Brand was one of many pseudonyms used by Frederick Schiller Faust (1892 – 1944), an American author known primarily for his thoughtful and literary Westerns. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/sheriff-larrabees-prisoner-by-max-brand/ |
stranger rode pouring rain lonely ranch house dawn riding quickly away killed old mr benton stranger gus mrs zellar jack montagne s behavior gentlemanly read 1921 pulp western find out max brand one many pseudonyms used frederick schiller faust 1892 1944 american author known primarily thoughtful literary westerns summary david wales |
| 10791 |
10738 |
11391 |
Arsène Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes |
Maurice Leblanc |
Detective Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The story of an exciting test of wits between world-class thief Arsène Lupin and master detective Herlock Sholmes. Translated from the French. - Summary by Andy Harrington |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/arsene-lupin-versus-herlock-sholmes-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
story exciting test wits world class thief arsène lupin master detective herlock sholmes translated french summary andy harrington |
| 10792 |
10739 |
11392 |
Tale of Buster Bumblebee (version 2) |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
This charming collection of short stories features a bumblebee called Buster, his (extensive) family, and a great number of other animals who he meets after they move home to a new meadow. - Summary by Rosslyn Carlyle |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-buster-bumblebee-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
charming collection short stories features bumblebee called buster extensive family great number animals meets move home new meadow summary rosslyn carlyle |
| 10793 |
10740 |
11393 |
Libro de Poemas |
Federico García Lorca |
Single author |
Este poeta español, miembro de la mítica Generación del 27, es el mayor referente de la literatura española del siglo XX. También escribió numerosas obras de teatro, género en el que también se lo considera autoridad e ícono del siglo pasado, destacándose Bodas de sangre y La casa de Bernarda Alba. Fue asesinado en Granada durante la Guerra Civil Española por su condición de republicano y homosexual. Entre sus poemas podemos encontrar Gacela de la terrible presencia, Alba, Alma ausente, La casada infiel, Muerto de amor y Ciudad sin sueño. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/poemas-by-federico-garcia-lorca/ |
este poeta español miembro de la mítica generación del 27 es el mayor referente de la literatura española del siglo xx también escribió numerosas obras de teatro género en el que también se lo considera autoridad e ícono del siglo pasado destacándose bodas de sangre la casa de bernarda alba fue asesinado en granada durante la guerra civil española por su condición de republicano homosexual entre sus poemas podemos encontrar gacela de la terrible presencia alba alma ausente la casada infiel muerto de amor ciudad sin sueño summary phileas fogg |
| 10794 |
10741 |
11394 |
Little Men (Version 3, Dramatic Reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Dramatic Readings, Historical |
Jo March's dreams of opening a home for boys comes true as she finds herself the mistress of Plumfield, a boarding school for children -- who have all stumbled in from various backgrounds. When new students arrive at her doorstep, they bring their own sets of troubles with them, such as dishonesty, disobedience, and naughty shenanigans. However, Mrs. Jo, alongside her steady husband, Fritz, uniquely guides each child along to the path to adulthood, inspiring him to become the best he can be. Likewise, though the couple is faced with frequent heartache and even unexpected tragedy, their children never cease to amaze them and fill their home with joy. (Summary by Twinkle)\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\nJo Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10989">rachelrw</a><br>\nFritz Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>Nat Blake: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10812">Aaron M. Lebowitz</a><br>Dan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Demi Brooke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11806">Navin</a><br>Daisy Brooke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Tommy Bangs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Nan Harding: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Emil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Jack Ford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10230">toadoftoadhall</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional characters voiced by\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11279">aravagarwal</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11180">Diane Alailima</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303">Jael Baldwin</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10942">BurgerChalet</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10791">Gaby</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11278">Michelle Kane</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11174">Romano</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11277">Stacy Simone</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10980">The Legendary Chicken</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11290">Bjorn V</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>, and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7359">Willy</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">fiddlesticks</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional proof-listening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-men-3-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
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11395 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2016 |
Various |
Music |
LibriVox volunteers bring you a festive selection of Christmas carols for the 2016 holiday. his year's festive collection of 25 Christmas carols includes traditional favourites and lesser-known selections in English, French, German, Greek, Italian, and Latin. The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas.<br /><br />\n<em>Allons tous à la crèche</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Angels We Have Heard on High</em>; words by James Chadwick (1813-1882); music traditional French.\n<em>Away in a Manger</em>; author unknown; music by James Ramsay Murray (1841-1905).<br />\n<em>Carol of the Birds</em>; author unknown; music traditional French.<br />\n<em>Célébrons la naissance</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Deck the Halls</em>; author unknown; music traditional Welsh.<br />\n<em>Ecoutez bien l'histoire</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Fröhliche Weihnacht überall</em>; author unknown; music traditional.<br />\n<em>Good King Wenceslas</em>; words by John Mason Neale; music traditional.<br />\n<em>Grand Dieu, c'est vous seul que j'implore</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>The Holly and the Ivy</em>; author unknown; music traditional English.<br />\n<em>I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day</em>; words by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882); music by John Baptiste Calkin (1827-1905).<br />\n<em>In the Bleak Midwinter</em>; words by Christina Rossetti (1830-1894); music by Gustav Holst (1874-1934).<br />\n<em>La Naissance du Sauveur</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>The Noble Stem of Jesse</em>; words and music by Michael Praetorius (1571 –1621).<br />\n<em>O Come All Ye Faithful</em>; by John Francis Wade.<br />\n<em>O Holy Night</em>; words by Placide Cappeau (1808–1877); music by Adolphe Adam (1803-1856).<br />\n<em>Quand Dieu naquit à Noël</em>; author unknown; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>Slowly Fall the Snowflakes</em>; words by Frederick G. Lee (1832-1902); music by William Borrow.<br />\n<em>Saint Basil - New Years Song</em>; original author unknown; English translation by Aristides E. Phoutrides (1887-1923), music traditional Greek.<br />\n<em>Süßer die Glocken nie klingen</em>; words by Wilhelm Kritzinger (1816-1890); music traditional German.<br />\n<em>Today is Born of the Virgin - Σήμερον γενvάται εκ Παρθένου</em>; author unknown; music traditional chant.<br />\n<em>Tu Scendi Dalle Stelle</em>; words and music by Saint Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787).<br />\n<em>Veni, Veni Emmanuel</em>; author unknown; music traditional chant.<br />\n<em>The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy</em>; author unknown; music traditional West Indian.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2016-by-various/ |
librivox volunteers bring festive selection christmas carols 2016 holiday year s festive collection 25 christmas carols includes traditional favourites lesser known selections english french german greek italian latin singers wish listeners around world happy peaceful christmas br br em allons tous à la crèche em author unknown music ezwa br em angels heard high em words james chadwick 1813 1882 music traditional french em away manger em author unknown music james ramsay murray 1841 1905 br em carol birds em author unknown music traditional french br em célébrons la naissance em author unknown music ezwa br em deck halls em author unknown music traditional welsh br em ecoutez bien l histoire em author unknown music ezwa br em fröhliche weihnacht überall em author unknown music traditional br em good king wenceslas em words john mason neale music traditional br em grand dieu c est vous seul que j implore em author unknown music ezwa br em the holly ivy em author unknown music traditional english br em i heard bells christmas day em words henry wadsworth longfellow 1807 1882 music john baptiste calkin 1827 1905 br em in bleak midwinter em words christina rossetti 1830 1894 music gustav holst 1874 1934 br em la naissance du sauveur em author unknown music ezwa br em the noble stem jesse em words music michael praetorius 1571 1621 br em o come ye faithful em john francis wade br em o holy night em words placide cappeau 1808 1877 music adolphe adam 1803 1856 br em quand dieu naquit à noël em author unknown music ezwa br em slowly fall snowflakes em words frederick g lee 1832 1902 music william borrow br em saint basil new years song em original author unknown english translation aristides e phoutrides 1887 1923 music traditional greek br em süßer die glocken nie klingen em words wilhelm kritzinger 1816 1890 music traditional german br em today born virgin σήμερον γενvάται εκ παρθένου em author unknown music traditional chant br em tu scendi dalle stelle em words music saint alphonsus liguori 1696 1787 br em veni veni emmanuel em author unknown music traditional chant br em the virgin mary baby boy em author unknown music traditional west indian br br |
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11396 |
Christmas Carol (Version 09) |
Charles Dickens |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
"A Christmas Carol" has been credited with relaunching the celebration of Christmas as we know it. It relaunched Charles Dickens' literary career, that is for sure! More than that, and more importantly, it is an illustration of one "covetous old sinner" and his opportunity for redemption in the eyes of both God and man. For me the book holds a special meaning for it repeatedly shows me that no matter how I often I may make mistakes, mercy and forgiveness are there for the asking. - Summary by Greg Giordano |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-dickens-5/ |
a christmas carol credited relaunching celebration christmas know it relaunched charles dickens literary career sure that importantly illustration one covetous old sinner opportunity redemption eyes god man book holds special meaning repeatedly shows matter often may make mistakes mercy forgiveness asking summary greg giordano |
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10744 |
11397 |
Twilight Hour |
Susanna Moodie |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Susanna Moodie was an English-born Canadian author who wrote about her experiences as a settler in Canada, which was a British colony at the time. Her letters and journals contain valuable information about life in the colony. She observed life in what was then the backwoods of Ontario, including native customs, the climate, the wildlife, relations between the Canadian population and recent American settlers.</br> </br>\nMoodie wrote of the trials and tribulations she found as a "New Canadian", rather than the advantages to be had in the colony. She claimed that her intention was not to discourage immigrants but to prepare people like herself, raised in relative wealth and with no prior experience as farmers, for what life in Canada would be like. She lived to see Canadian Confederation. (1867) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-twilight-hour-by-susanna-moodie/ |
susanna moodie english born canadian author wrote experiences settler canada british colony time letters journals contain valuable information life colony observed life backwoods ontario including native customs climate wildlife relations canadian population recent american settlers br br moodie wrote trials tribulations found new canadian rather advantages colony claimed intention discourage immigrants prepare people like herself raised relative wealth prior experience farmers life canada would like lived see canadian confederation 1867 summary wikipedia |
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10745 |
11398 |
To The Fighting Weak |
Margaret Steele Anderson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Margaret Steele Anderson was born in Louisville, Kentucky in 1867 and was educated in the public school of Louisville, with special courses at Wellesley College. From 1901 Miss Anderson was Literary Editor of the `Evening Post' of Louisville, and was known as one of the most discriminating critics of the South. She published only one volume of verse, "The Flame in the Wind", 1914. (David Lawrence |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-fighting-weak-by-margaret-steele-anderson/ |
margaret steele anderson born louisville kentucky 1867 educated public school louisville special courses wellesley college 1901 miss anderson literary editor evening post louisville known one discriminating critics south published one volume verse the flame wind 1914 david lawrence |
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10746 |
11399 |
Sikh Religion: Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 4 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Other religions |
This is one of the first (and still one of the few) comprehensive books about the Sikh religion in the English language. MacAuliffe had extensive access to manuscripts of the Sikh sacred writings (the Granth), as well as support from Sikh scholars and leaders of the time. This volume covers the life and hymns of the 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th Gurus being Guru Har Gorind, Guru Har Rai, Guru Har Krishan, Guru Teg Bahadur respectively. This is volume 4 of 6. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-sikh-religion-vol-4-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
one first and still one few comprehensive books sikh religion english language macauliffe extensive access manuscripts sikh sacred writings the granth well support sikh scholars leaders time volume covers life hymns 6th 7th 8th 9th gurus guru har gorind guru har rai guru har krishan guru teg bahadur respectively volume 4 6 |
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11400 |
Friendship |
Hugh Black |
Christianity - Other |
The idea, so common in the ancient writers, is not all a poetic conceit, that the soul of a man is only a fragment of a larger whole, and goes out in search of other souls in which it will find its true completion. We walk among worlds unrealized, until we have learned the secret of love. We know this, and in our sincerest moments admit this, even though we are seeking to fill up our lives with other ambitions and other hopes. In spite of the vulgar materialism of our day, we do feel that the spiritual side of life is the most important, and brings the only true joy. And friendship in its essence is spiritual. It is the free, spontaneous outflow of the heart, and is a gift from the great Giver. (Hugh Black) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/friendship-by-hugh-black/ |
idea common ancient writers poetic conceit soul man fragment larger whole goes search souls find true completion walk among worlds unrealized learned secret love know this sincerest moments admit this even though seeking fill lives ambitions hopes spite vulgar materialism day feel spiritual side life important brings true joy friendship essence spiritual free spontaneous outflow heart gift great giver hugh black |
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10748 |
11401 |
Woman in White - version 2 |
Wilkie Collins |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Family Life, Literary Fiction |
Possibly Wilkie Collins' most famous novel, The Woman In White remade the Gothic Horror novel by taking its characters and tropes and setting them in commonplace surroundings among "people like us", Featuring unforgettable characters such as the incomparable Count Fosco and the redoubtable Marion Halcombe (a woman for whom male Victorian readers politely inquired of Wilkie the address as they wanted to marry her), The Woman In White with its compassionate treatment of those suffering mental distress ought to be credited with having put the cause of mental health care a hundred years ahead - had not Jane Eyre with its madwoman in the attic been generally credited with the reverse. Read it for the female doubling central plot device alone - a rare feature in the writing of men about women. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-woman-in-white-version-2-by-wilkie-collins/ |
possibly wilkie collins famous novel woman white remade gothic horror novel taking characters tropes setting commonplace surroundings among people like us featuring unforgettable characters incomparable count fosco redoubtable marion halcombe a woman male victorian readers politely inquired wilkie address wanted marry her woman white compassionate treatment suffering mental distress ought credited put cause mental health care hundred years ahead jane eyre madwoman attic generally credited reverse read female doubling central plot device alone rare feature writing men women summary tony addison |
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10749 |
11402 |
That Unfortunate Marriage |
Frances Eleanor Trollope |
Romance, Satire |
This is the funny, romantic, slightly tongue-in-cheek story of how little May Cheffington makes her way in the world despite being the sole surviving product of "that unfortunate marriage." - Summary by Angela Rowland |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/that-unfortunate-marriage-by-frances-eleanor-trollope/ |
funny romantic slightly tongue in cheek story little may cheffington makes way world despite sole surviving product that unfortunate marriage summary angela rowland |
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10756 |
11409 |
Caged Eagle, and Other Poems |
George Sterling |
Poetry |
This is a 1916 volume of poetry by George Sterling, split into four parts. The first part consists of 33 of the fantastic poems for which Sterling was so famous, followed by three poems on the Panama-Pacific Exposition and four Personal Poems, and concluded with 43 poems on the then ongoing First World War. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-caged-eagle-and-other-poems-by-george-sterling/ |
1916 volume poetry george sterling split four parts first part consists 33 fantastic poems sterling famous followed three poems panama pacific exposition four personal poems concluded 43 poems ongoing first world war summary carolin |
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10750 |
11403 |
Prison Memoirs of an Anarchist |
Alexander Berkman |
Memoirs |
In 1892, anarchist and Russian émigré Alexander Berkman was apprehended for the failed assassination of industrialist Henry Clay Frick. This was a retaliatory act meant to incite revolution against those who had violently suppressed the Homestead Steel Strike — but for Berkman, it was a crime that ultimately led to his 14 year incarceration in Pennsylvania’s notorious Western Penitentiary. First published by Emma Goldman’s Mother Earth Press, Prison Memoirs of an Anarchist is a classic of autobiographical literature that recounts his experiences in the brutal, dehumanizing world of America's prison system. (ChuckW) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/prison-memoirs-of-an-anarchist-by-alexander-berkman/ |
1892 anarchist russian émigré alexander berkman apprehended failed assassination industrialist henry clay frick retaliatory act meant incite revolution violently suppressed homestead steel strike berkman crime ultimately led 14 year incarceration pennsylvania s notorious western penitentiary first published emma goldman s mother earth press prison memoirs anarchist classic autobiographical literature recounts experiences brutal dehumanizing world america s prison system chuckw |
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10751 |
11404 |
After Dark |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
William Kerby is in danger of losing his sight, which would hit him especially hard as he is a painter. Only rest can preserve it, but a man must eat, and so he and his wife Leah look for other ways to generate a small income. Having travelled a good deal and having heard all kinds of stories on those journeys, William dictates six short stories to his wife, hoping that publishing a book might tide them over.. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/after-dark-by-wilkie-collins/ |
william kerby danger losing sight would hit especially hard painter rest preserve it man must eat wife leah look ways generate small income travelled good deal heard kinds stories journeys william dictates six short stories wife hoping publishing book might tide over summary carolin |
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10752 |
11405 |
'Tilda Jane |
Marshall Saunders |
Historical Fiction |
When spunky 'Tilda Jane isn't allowed to keep her beloved dog with her at the orphanage, she decides to set out on her own in search of a home where the inseparable pair will be accepted. Throughout her weary travels she encounters many people, both rich and poor, kind and cantankerous -- but will she ever find family? Set in the Canadian wilderness and coast of Maine, <i>'Tilda Jane</i> is a story of true grit, forgiveness, and unlikely friendship. (Summary by Twinkle) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/tilda-jane-by-marshall-saunders/ |
spunky tilda jane allowed keep beloved dog orphanage decides set search home inseparable pair accepted throughout weary travels encounters many people rich poor kind cantankerous ever find family set canadian wilderness coast maine i tilda jane i story true grit forgiveness unlikely friendship summary twinkle |
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10753 |
11406 |
Most Extraordinary Trial of William Palmer |
Anonymous |
True Crime |
John Parsons Cook was a 28 year old bachelor, from a good family but not in robust health. He studied to become a lawyer, but instead of following that career, turned to raising race horses. In November 1855, during a visit to the Shrewsbury races, he was taken violently ill. He was attended by the 80 year old local doctor Dr. Bamford, and Cook's friend and sometimes partner, Dr. Palmer.<br>\nWilliam Palmer was a physician and surgeon, a widower and father. His appearance instilled confidence and invited trust. But were appearances deceptive? Was he, in fact, a cool, calculating and vicious serial murderer, who used his knowledge and skill for evil ends, to escape the effects of an addiction that was destroying his life? There are numerous references to this case in fiction, by Dickens, Sayers, Hitchcock and others; and the familiar salutation "What's your poison?" is believed to date from the events of this case. This is true courtroom drama, more gripping than fiction and it will have you guessing until the end.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-most-extraordinary-trial-of-william-palmer-by-anonymous/ |
john parsons cook 28 year old bachelor good family robust health studied become lawyer instead following career turned raising race horses november 1855 visit shrewsbury races taken violently ill attended 80 year old local doctor dr bamford cook s friend sometimes partner dr palmer br william palmer physician surgeon widower father appearance instilled confidence invited trust appearances deceptive he fact cool calculating vicious serial murderer used knowledge skill evil ends escape effects addiction destroying life numerous references case fiction dickens sayers hitchcock others familiar salutation what s poison believed date events case true courtroom drama gripping fiction guessing end lynne thompson |
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10754 |
11407 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1837 - 1844) |
John Tyler |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Martin van Buren and John Tyler. (Wikipedia and Linette Geisel) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1837-1844-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses martin van buren john tyler wikipedia linette geisel |
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10755 |
11408 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 11: Filipenses |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Esta cariñosa carta de Pablo elogia a los filipenses por su fe y apoyo. Les exhorta a centrar sus vidas en Cristo y a estar contentos en todas situaciones. Pablo establece metas dignas delante del pueblo: vivir en unidad y amor piadosos, ser fuertes en la oración e imitar con gozo el ejemplo de su Salvador, Jesucristo. <br><br>Los temas centrales son: Un cobarde nunca gana ... un ganador no es cobarde, lo que entra en nuestras mentes, sale en nuestras acciones. Dios nunca falla. El gozo duradero sólo viene por medio de una relación con Jesucristo. Los cristianos también tienen problemas, pero Cristo nos da poder para vencer.<br><br>This loving letter Paul commends the Philippians for their faith and support. He exhorts them to center their lives in Christ and to be happy in all situations. Paul sets before the people worthy goals: to live in unity and godly love, be strong in prayer with joy and imitate the example of your Savior, Jesus Christ.<br><br> The central themes are: A coward never wins ... a winner is not a coward, what comes into our minds, it comes out in our actions. God never fails. The only lasting joy comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ. Christians also have problems, but Christ gives us power to overcome. <br>Summary by Claudia Barrett. |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-11-filipenses-by-reina-valera/ |
esta cariñosa carta de pablo elogia los filipenses por su fe apoyo les exhorta centrar sus vidas en cristo estar contentos en todas situaciones pablo establece metas dignas delante del pueblo vivir en unidad amor piadosos ser fuertes en la oración e imitar con gozo el ejemplo de su salvador jesucristo br br los temas centrales son un cobarde nunca gana un ganador es cobarde lo que entra en nuestras mentes sale en nuestras acciones dios nunca falla el gozo duradero sólo viene por medio de una relación con jesucristo los cristianos también tienen problemas pero cristo nos da poder para vencer br br this loving letter paul commends philippians faith support exhorts center lives christ happy situations paul sets people worthy goals live unity godly love strong prayer joy imitate example savior jesus christ br br central themes are coward never wins winner coward comes minds comes actions god never fails lasting joy comes relationship jesus christ christians also problems christ gives us power overcome br summary claudia barrett |
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10796 |
11451 |
An Inquiry into the Causes and Effects of the Variolae Vaccinae |
Edward Jenner |
Medical |
This collection of three publications details Edward Jenner's investigations into the connection between smallpox and coxpox, and the creation of the smallpox vaccine, the world's first vaccine. - Summary by Jordan |
English |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/an-inquiry-into-the-causes-and-effects-of-the-variolae-vaccinae-by-edward-jenner/ |
collection three publications details edward jenner s investigations connection smallpox coxpox creation smallpox vaccine world s first vaccine summary jordan |
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10757 |
11410 |
Never: A Handbook For The Uninitiated And Inexperienced Aspirants To Refined Society's Giddy Heights And Glittering Attainments |
Nathan Dane Urner |
Humor |
An 1883 tongue-in-cheek spoof of manners and mannerisms of “society”. ‘the “Open Sesame” to that jealously-guarded realm,—good society,—in which you aspire to circulate freely and shine with becoming luster…. And I, the author of this code of warnings, as truly say unto you, that a contemptuous disregard of the same will be likely to lead you into mortification and embarrassment, if not into being incontinently kicked out of doors…. It will be, in truth, a bosom companion in the happiest sense of the term, a mutely eloquent monitor of deportment, a still, small voice as to what is in good form and what is not.’ - Summary by Book Preface (Prelude) and david wales |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/never-a-handbook-by-nathan-dane-urner/ |
1883 tongue in cheek spoof manners mannerisms society the open sesame jealously guarded realm good society in aspire circulate freely shine becoming luster i author code warnings truly say unto you contemptuous disregard likely lead mortification embarrassment incontinently kicked doors be truth bosom companion happiest sense term mutely eloquent monitor deportment still small voice good form not summary book preface prelude david wales |
| 10812 |
10758 |
11411 |
Child of the Moat |
Ian Bernard Stoughton Holborn |
Action & Adventure |
Ian Holborn (professor of archaeology and a writer) was on board the <i>RMS Lusitania</i> when it was torpedoed, and as it sank he rescued a 12 year old girl named Avis Dolphin. She later complained that books for girls were not very interesting, so he decided to write one for her "as thrilling as any book written for boys!" This book is dedicated to her.<br><br>\n\nFrom the Preface: This story is not written for grown-ups, and if they want to know why it begins with such a gruesome first chapter, let them ask the children. Children like the horrors first and the end all bright. Many grown-ups like the tragedy at the end. But perhaps the children are right and the grown-ups are standing on their heads. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-child-of-the-moat-by-ian-bernard-stoughton-holborn/ |
ian holborn professor archaeology writer board i rms lusitania i torpedoed sank rescued 12 year old girl named avis dolphin later complained books girls interesting decided write one as thrilling book written boys book dedicated her br br preface story written grown ups want know begins gruesome first chapter let ask children children like horrors first end bright many grown ups like tragedy end perhaps children right grown ups standing heads summary beth thomas |
| 10813 |
10759 |
11412 |
Niebla |
Miguel de Unamuno |
Literary Fiction |
Niebla es una de las obras más conocidas de Unamuno. Esta “nivola”, como el propio autor la denominó quizás para diferenciarla del resto de sus obras, nos cuenta una historia a veces cómica y otras dramática, cargada de planteamientos filosóficos. A la vez narra el enamoramiento de Augusto, joven de vida acomodada que pone en cuestión todo lo que le ocurre, el ser o no ser, la capacidad de decidir del ser humano, incluso llega a enfrentarse y a cuestionar a su creador, Miguel de Unamuno. (Resumen de Montse González) |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/niebla-by-miguel-de-unamuno/ |
niebla es una de las obras más conocidas de unamuno esta nivola como el propio autor la denominó quizás para diferenciarla del resto de sus obras nos cuenta una historia veces cómica otras dramática cargada de planteamientos filosóficos la vez narra el enamoramiento de augusto joven de vida acomodada que pone en cuestión todo lo que le ocurre el ser ser la capacidad de decidir del ser humano incluso llega enfrentarse cuestionar su creador miguel de unamuno resumen de montse gonzález |
| 10814 |
10760 |
11413 |
Heimskringla: The Stories of the Kings of Norway, Called The Round World |
Snorri Sturleson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Heimskringla (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈheimsˌkʰriŋla]) is the best known of the Old Norse kings' sagas. It was written in Old Norse in Iceland by the poet and historian Snorri Sturluson (1178/79–1241) ca. 1230. The name Heimskringla was first used in the 17th century, derived from the first two words of one of the manuscripts (kringla heimsins - the circle of the world).\n\nHeimskringla is a collection of sagas about the Norwegian kings, beginning with the saga of the legendary Swedish dynasty of the Ynglings, followed by accounts of historical Norwegian rulers from Harald Fairhair of the 9th century up to the death of the pretender Eystein Meyla in 1177. The exact sources of his work are disputed, but included earlier kings' sagas, such as Morkinskinna, Fagrskinna and the twelfth century Norwegian synoptic histories and oral traditions, notably many skaldic poems. Snorri had himself visited Norway and Sweden. For events of the mid-12th century, Snorri explicitly names the now lost work Hryggjarstykki as his source. The composition of the sagas is Snorri's.\n\nThis solo is Volume 3-5 of The Saga Library by the same translators and is all three volumes of the Heimskringla (which are volumes 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Saga Library. Volume 6 is notes, index, appendices etc, and is not planned to be recorded). ( Wikipedia and Ærik Bjørnsson) </p> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/heimskringla-the-stories-of-the-kings-of-norway-called-the-round-world-by-snorri-sturleson/ |
heimskringla icelandic pronunciation ˈheimsˌkʰriŋla best known old norse kings sagas written old norse iceland poet historian snorri sturluson 1178 79 1241 ca 1230 name heimskringla first used 17th century derived first two words one manuscripts kringla heimsins circle world heimskringla collection sagas norwegian kings beginning saga legendary swedish dynasty ynglings followed accounts historical norwegian rulers harald fairhair 9th century death pretender eystein meyla 1177 exact sources work disputed included earlier kings sagas morkinskinna fagrskinna twelfth century norwegian synoptic histories oral traditions notably many skaldic poems snorri visited norway sweden events mid 12th century snorri explicitly names lost work hryggjarstykki source composition sagas snorri s solo volume 3 5 saga library translators three volumes heimskringla which volumes 3 4 5 6 saga library volume 6 notes index appendices etc planned recorded wikipedia ærik bjørnsson p |
| 10815 |
10761 |
11414 |
Practical Talks by an Astronomer |
Harold Jacoby |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
The present volume has not been designed as a systematic treatise on astronomy. There are many excellent books of that kind, suitable for serious students as well as the general reader; but they are necessarily somewhat dry and unattractive, because they must aim at completeness. Completeness means detail, and detail means dryness. <br><br>But the science of astronomy contains subjects that admit of detached treatment; and as many of these are precisely the ones of greatest general interest, it has seemed well to select several, and describe them in language free from technicalities. It is hoped that the book will thus prove useful to persons who do not wish to give the time required for a study of astronomy as a whole, but who may take pleasure in devoting a half-hour now and then to a detached essay on some special topic. - Summary from the Preface |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/practical-talks-by-an-astronomer-by-harold-jacoby/ |
present volume designed systematic treatise astronomy many excellent books kind suitable serious students well general reader necessarily somewhat dry unattractive must aim completeness completeness means detail detail means dryness br br but science astronomy contains subjects admit detached treatment many precisely ones greatest general interest seemed well select several describe language free technicalities hoped book thus prove useful persons wish give time required study astronomy whole may take pleasure devoting half hour detached essay special topic summary preface |
| 10816 |
10803 |
11458 |
Cassell's Vegetarian Cookery |
Arthur Gay Payne |
Cooking |
This is a little cookbook of vegetarian recipes, which were only slowly gaining popularity in England at the time of its publication in 1891. The recipes are all very clearly described, and any modern listener should be able to try them out if any of them strike their fancy. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/cassells-vegetarian-cookery-by-arthur-gay-payne/ |
little cookbook vegetarian recipes slowly gaining popularity england time publication 1891 recipes clearly described modern listener able try strike fancy summary carolin |
| 10817 |
10762 |
11416 |
Notes of a Camp Follower on the Western Front |
E. W. Hornung |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Memoirs |
In 1915 Oscar Hornung, son of the famous author E W Hornung, was killed at Ypres after less than a year as a soldier in Flanders. He was only 20. Two years later E W Hornung volunteered to help run one of the YMCA canteens close behind the front line.\n <br> <br>\nThis book is Hornung’s own account of the time he spent in Northern France: first helping in a canteen, then running a library for the enlisted men. He wanted to be near the place where his son died, to meet the young soldiers who were fighting the war, and to make their lives a little better. More than anything, Hornung wanted to believe there was a greater purpose to he war: in his descriptions soldiers are always heroes, the struggles just, and leaders wise and kind.\n <br> <br>\nBut whatever his motivations and blind-spots, Hornung brought all his skills as a highly experienced novelist to the task of telling his story. We feel we are there with him while he talks to the soldiers, travels to the front line to serve cocoa and biscuits under fire, and finally sets up a lending library only a couple of miles from No Man’s Land. Even Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (a former friend who reported Hornung to the authorities for promoting pacifism) grudgingly admitted that this book contains some of the best descriptions of life on the Western Front.\n <br> <br>\n <i>(The cover shows the western front as it passed trough the town of Arras in 1918 at the time the author would have known it) </i>\n <br> <br>\n(Summary by Clive Catterall) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/notes-of-a-camp-follower-on-the-western-front-by-e-w-hornung/ |
1915 oscar hornung son famous author e w hornung killed ypres less year soldier flanders 20 two years later e w hornung volunteered help run one ymca canteens close behind front line br br book hornung s account time spent northern france first helping canteen running library enlisted men wanted near place son died meet young soldiers fighting war make lives little better anything hornung wanted believe greater purpose war descriptions soldiers always heroes struggles just leaders wise kind br br whatever motivations blind spots hornung brought skills highly experienced novelist task telling story feel talks soldiers travels front line serve cocoa biscuits fire finally sets lending library couple miles man s land even sir arthur conan doyle a former friend reported hornung authorities promoting pacifism grudgingly admitted book contains best descriptions life western front br br i the cover shows western front passed trough town arras 1918 time author would known it i br br summary clive catterall |
| 10818 |
10763 |
11417 |
In The Trenches |
Thomas O'Hagan |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Dr. O'Hagan writes with a clear eye, a sane mind, and a \nsensitive heart. While agreeing in the main with Walter de \nla Mare, that "every book lives or perishes by virtue or default \nof its artistic sincerity," we feel disposed to add that the personality of the author has much to do with the popularity and life of his book. \nW. R. HARRIS. - AN APPRECIATION - The Collected Poems of Thomas O'Hagan\nMcClelland & Stewart 1922 |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-trenches-by-thomas-ohagan/ |
dr o hagan writes clear eye sane mind sensitive heart agreeing main walter de la mare every book lives perishes virtue default artistic sincerity feel disposed add personality author much popularity life book w r harris appreciation collected poems thomas o hagan mcclelland stewart 1922 |
| 10819 |
10764 |
11418 |
Piacevoli Notti, Libro 2 |
Giovanni Francesco Straparola |
Short Stories |
“Le Piacevoli Notti” è una raccolta, in due Libri, di 74 novelle, composte dallo scrittore italiano Giovan Francesco Straparola negli anni '50 del XVI secolo e pubblicate a Venezia a partire dal 1550. I racconti riscossero un grande successo, tanto da essere presto tradotti in diverse lingue. L'opera comprende novelle e fiabe che si immaginano raccontate nel corso di 13 notti da dieci damigelle, tre Signore e qualche dotto gentiluomo, tutti facenti parte di una brigata riunitasi a Murano, nel palazzo del vescovo di Lodi, Ottaviano Maria Sforza, per animare il Carnevale veneziano (probabilmente quello del 1536). Il primo volume raccoglie i racconti narrati durante le prime 5 notti; il secondo quelli narrati dalla 6° alla 13° notte. Le novelle sono accompagnate da enigmi in ottava rima, non di rado triviali, e sono raccordate mediante una cornice di ispirazione boccaccesca, che comprende anche indovinelli e altri racconti. La novità della raccolta di Straparola, rispetto al genere novellistico, è da individuare nella presenza della componente fiabesca e di soggetti fantastici quali animali dotati di poteri magici (assai nota è la novella de “Il gatto con gli stivali”, che godrà di uno straordinario successo grazie alla versione francese di Charles Perrault, diffusa in tutta Europa sul finire del XVII secolo), nonché nell'ampio uso di una materia popolare, il folklore, compreso l'elemento dialettale (veneto, in particolare). Il contenuto della raccolta costituì una pietra miliare e un modello per moltissimi scrittori di fiabe dei secoli successivi che, anche grazie a questo, godettero di grande fama. Giovan Francesco Straparola, primo scrittore di fiabe in Europa, è ritenuto e merita di essere ricordato, pertanto, come il vero grande padre della fiaba europea. (Wikipedia e Paola Toldo) |
Italian |
1550 |
https://librivox.org/le-piacevoli-notti-libro-2-by-giovanni-francesco-straparola/ |
le piacevoli notti è una raccolta due libri di 74 novelle composte dallo scrittore italiano giovan francesco straparola negli anni 50 del xvi secolo e pubblicate venezia partire dal 1550 racconti riscossero un grande successo tanto da essere presto tradotti diverse lingue l opera comprende novelle e fiabe che si immaginano raccontate nel corso di 13 notti da dieci damigelle tre signore e qualche dotto gentiluomo tutti facenti parte di una brigata riunitasi murano nel palazzo del vescovo di lodi ottaviano maria sforza per animare il carnevale veneziano probabilmente quello del 1536 il primo volume raccoglie racconti narrati durante le prime 5 notti il secondo quelli narrati dalla 6 alla 13 notte le novelle sono accompagnate da enigmi ottava rima non di rado triviali e sono raccordate mediante una cornice di ispirazione boccaccesca che comprende anche indovinelli e altri racconti la novità della raccolta di straparola rispetto al genere novellistico è da individuare nella presenza della componente fiabesca e di soggetti fantastici quali animali dotati di poteri magici assai nota è la novella de il gatto con gli stivali che godrà di uno straordinario successo grazie alla versione francese di charles perrault diffusa tutta europa sul finire del xvii secolo nonché nell ampio uso di una materia popolare il folklore compreso l elemento dialettale veneto particolare il contenuto della raccolta costituì una pietra miliare e un modello per moltissimi scrittori di fiabe dei secoli successivi che anche grazie questo godettero di grande fama giovan francesco straparola primo scrittore di fiabe europa è ritenuto e merita di essere ricordato pertanto come il vero grande padre della fiaba europea wikipedia e paola toldo |
| 10820 |
10765 |
11419 |
Young Readers Science Fiction Stories |
Richard Mace Elam |
Children's Fiction, Science Fiction |
This 1957 book contains thirteen pre-space-exploration stories for young readers. Some of the details show their dated composition (we now know the earth looks blue not green from space) but the sense of adventure will still hold attention for the young. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/young-readers-science-fiction-stories-by-richard-mace-elam/ |
1957 book contains thirteen pre space exploration stories young readers details show dated composition we know earth looks blue green space sense adventure still hold attention young summary david wales |
| 10821 |
10766 |
11420 |
Flower of Youth: Poems in War Time |
Katharine Tynan Hinkson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Irish poet and writer Kathrine Tynan about World War I. Published in 1917, the poems translate the general atmosphere of fear and grief prevalent across Europe into beautiful verses. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/flower-of-youth-poems-in-war-time-by-katharine-tynan-hinkson/ |
volume poetry irish poet writer kathrine tynan world war i published 1917 poems translate general atmosphere fear grief prevalent across europe beautiful verses summary carolin |
| 10822 |
10767 |
11421 |
Leven van Hillegonda Buisman - deel 4 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Een levensbeschrijving van de ideale Hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw. In dit 4de en laatste deel sterft Hillegonda. - Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders<BR><BR><a href="https://librivox.org/group/594">Alle 4 delen van dit werk zijn nu te beluisteren via Librivox</a>. |
Dutch |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-hillegonda-buisman-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
een levensbeschrijving van de ideale hollandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw dit 4de en laatste deel sterft hillegonda samenvatting door marcel coenders br br a href https librivox org group 594 alle 4 delen van dit werk zijn nu te beluisteren via librivox a |
| 10823 |
10768 |
11422 |
Budget of Christmas Tales |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a 1895 collection of christmas-themed short stories and poems by various authors, Charles Dickens himself being the most prominent feature. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-budget-of-christmas-tales-by-various/ |
1895 collection christmas themed short stories poems various authors charles dickens prominent feature summary carolin |
| 10824 |
10769 |
11423 |
Christmas Tales and Christmas Verse |
Eugene Field |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of Christmas short stories and poems by Eugene Field, published in 1912. The stories beautifully evoke an old-fashioned spirit of Christmas, each presenting a different angle of this special holiday. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-tales-and-christmas-verse-by-eugene-field/ |
collection christmas short stories poems eugene field published 1912 stories beautifully evoke old fashioned spirit christmas presenting different angle special holiday summary carolin |
| 10825 |
10770 |
11424 |
Border Legion |
Zane Grey |
General Fiction, Westerns |
The story of a cold hearted man named Jack Kells who falls in love with Miss Joan Randle, a girl his legion has taken captive near the Idaho border. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-border-legion-by-zane-grey/ |
story cold hearted man named jack kells falls love miss joan randle girl legion taken captive near idaho border summary wikipedia |
| 10826 |
12042 |
12736 |
Persuasion (version 7) |
Jane Austen |
Romance |
Anne Elliot, a young Englishwoman of 27 years, whose family is moving to get out of debt, rents their home to an Admiral. The brother of the Admiral's wife, Captain Frederick Wentworth, had been engaged to Anne years earlier and now they meet again. Both are still single and unattached. This sets the scene for a second chance at love for the two of them. |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-version-7-by-jane-austen/ |
anne elliot young englishwoman 27 years whose family moving get debt rents home admiral brother admiral s wife captain frederick wentworth engaged anne years earlier meet again still single unattached sets scene second chance love two them |
| 10827 |
10771 |
11425 |
סיפורים (Stories) |
מיכה יוסף ברדיצ'בסקי Micha Josef Berdyczewski |
Published 1900 onward |
<p dir="rtl">מיכה יוסף בן גוריון (ברדיצ'בסקי), (19 באוגוסט 1865 מז'יבוז', חבל פודוליה, האימפריה הרוסית - 18 בנובמבר 1921, ברלין גרמניה) היה סופר והוגה דעות עברי אשר טבע דפוסי כתיבה חדשים בספרות העברית, קרא לשינוי ערכים בתפישת היהדות, ותבע השתחררות מהדוגמה ששלטה בדת, במסורת ובהסטוריה הלאומית היהודית. נושאם העיקרי של סיפוריו של ברדיצ'בסקי הוא היחיד, המתמרד במסורת העיירה היהודית, והוא מוחרם בידי החברה השמרנית. הגיבור יוצא לחפש את מזלו במערב אירופה. בדרך כלל מסתיימים הסיפורים בתבוסתו של הגיבור, שאינו מסוגל להשלים בין הכוחות המתרוצצים בקרבו או להיקלט בסביבתו החדשה, והוא נותר גלמוד. שני הסיפורים המובאים כאן מדגימים את דרך כתיבתו של ברדיצ'בסקי.</p>Micha Josef Berdyczewski, or Mikhah Yosef Bin-Gorion, was a Ukrainian-born writer of Hebrew, a jounalist, and a scholar. He appealed to the Jews to change their way of thinking, freeing themselves from dogmas ruling the Jewish religion, tradition, and history. The main subject of his stories is an individual rebelling against the tradition of the Jewish shtetl and subsequently being excommunicated by the conservative society. The hero seeks his destiny in Western Europe, but as a rule the stories end with his defeat. He is powerless to come to terms with the forces inside him, is unable to adapt to his new environment, and is left lonesome. The two stories given here demonstrate Berdyczewski’s way of writing. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau)\n |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-micha-josef-berdyczewski/ |
p dir rtl מיכה יוסף בן גוריון ברדיצ בסקי 19 באוגוסט 1865 מז יבוז חבל פודוליה האימפריה הרוסית 18 בנובמבר 1921 ברלין גרמניה היה סופר והוגה דעות עברי אשר טבע דפוסי כתיבה חדשים בספרות העברית קרא לשינוי ערכים בתפישת היהדות ותבע השתחררות מהדוגמה ששלטה בדת במסורת ובהסטוריה הלאומית היהודית נושאם העיקרי של סיפוריו של ברדיצ בסקי הוא היחיד המתמרד במסורת העיירה היהודית והוא מוחרם בידי החברה השמרנית הגיבור יוצא לחפש את מזלו במערב אירופה בדרך כלל מסתיימים הסיפורים בתבוסתו של הגיבור שאינו מסוגל להשלים בין הכוחות המתרוצצים בקרבו או להיקלט בסביבתו החדשה והוא נותר גלמוד שני הסיפורים המובאים כאן מדגימים את דרך כתיבתו של ברדיצ בסקי p micha josef berdyczewski mikhah yosef bin gorion ukrainian born writer hebrew jounalist scholar appealed jews change way thinking freeing dogmas ruling jewish religion tradition history main subject stories individual rebelling tradition jewish shtetl subsequently excommunicated conservative society hero seeks destiny western europe rule stories end defeat powerless come terms forces inside him unable adapt new environment left lonesome two stories given demonstrate berdyczewski s way writing summary wikipedia omri lernau |
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10772 |
11426 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 10: La Epistola del Apostol San Pablo a los Efesios |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Los judíos convertidos en las primeras iglesias a menudo se separaban y excluían a sus hermanos gentiles. Pablo usa esta ocasión para enfatizar la unidad de los creyentess. Junto con Colosenses, Filipenses y Filemón, Efesios es considerado uno de las 4 "Epístolas de la prisión", porque fue escrita durante los dos años que Pablo en prisión en Roma; Por lo tanto, envía la carta a Asia por medio de su amigo Tíquico. Pablo había visitado Éfeso antes, y en su tercer viaje misionero permaneció allí cerca de 3 años predicando al Señor Jesucristo.\nLos temas centrales son: El Espíritu Santo sella a los creyentes como pertenecientes a Dios. El Cuerpo de Cristo es la Iglesia ... a través de la cual se cumple su plan eterno. Dios ha dado a cada creyente todas las provisiones necesarias para tener victoria sobre los ataques de Satanás. Somos indefensos contra los ataques de Satanás en nuestro propio poder; Nuestra fuerza se obtiene en la armadura de Dios. Si los cristianos comprenden su vocación en Cristo, la conducta apropiada en Él seguirá.\n\n\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-10-la-epistola-del-apostol-san-pablo-a-los-efesios-by-reina-valera/ |
los judíos convertidos en las primeras iglesias menudo se separaban excluían sus hermanos gentiles pablo usa esta ocasión para enfatizar la unidad de los creyentess junto con colosenses filipenses filemón efesios es considerado uno de las 4 epístolas de la prisión porque fue escrita durante los dos años que pablo en prisión en roma por lo tanto envía la carta asia por medio de su amigo tíquico pablo había visitado éfeso antes en su tercer viaje misionero permaneció allí cerca de 3 años predicando al señor jesucristo los temas centrales son el espíritu santo sella los creyentes como pertenecientes dios el cuerpo de cristo es la iglesia través de la cual se cumple su plan eterno dios ha dado cada creyente todas las provisiones necesarias para tener victoria sobre los ataques de satanás somos indefensos contra los ataques de satanás en nuestro propio poder nuestra fuerza se obtiene en la armadura de dios si los cristianos comprenden su vocación en cristo la conducta apropiada en él seguirá summary claudia barrett |
| 10829 |
10773 |
11427 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VII, No 2, February 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, stories and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vii-no-2-february-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems stories brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10830 |
10774 |
11428 |
Behind the Arras: A Book of the Unseen |
Bliss Carman |
Poetry |
This is a volume of some of Bliss Carman's most beautiful narrative poems. All of the poems share a rather melancholy tone, which Carman uses to bring out beautiful images of feeling. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/behind-the-arras-a-book-of-the-unseen-by-bliss-carman/ |
volume bliss carman s beautiful narrative poems poems share rather melancholy tone carman uses bring beautiful images feeling summary carolin |
| 10831 |
10775 |
11429 |
Minister's Wooing |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Romance |
Harriet Beecher Stowe is today best known for her classic novel <i>Uncle Tom's Cabin</i>. However, that book was certainly not her only remarkable anti-slavery work. In <i>The Minister's Wooing</i>, Stowe takes the reader into 18th century New England, and uses that setting to explore themes of slavery and religion as the background to a domestic story. Mary, the heroine of this story, is a woman between several candidates for matrimony. The man she truly loved is lost at sea, and so she finally decides to marry a minister whom she does not love. Will there be a happy end? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-ministers-wooing-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
harriet beecher stowe today best known classic novel i uncle tom s cabin i however book certainly remarkable anti slavery work i the minister s wooing i stowe takes reader 18th century new england uses setting explore themes slavery religion background domestic story mary heroine story woman several candidates matrimony man truly loved lost sea finally decides marry minister love happy end summary carolin |
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10776 |
11430 |
England Since Waterloo |
John Arthur Ransome Marriott |
War & Military, Law, Political Science |
"England Since Waterloo" by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) was first published in 1913 and went through many editions. The author taught history at Worcester College, Oxford for thirty-six years and served as a Conservative member of Parliament for fifteen. "England Since Waterloo" begins with the defeat of Napoleon who, Marriott writes, was impotent "to assail English power at sea, foiled in his attempt to ruin her commerce...overwhelmed under Russian snows, and finally conquered by the genius of Wellington." He portrays the people and the events of nineteenth century Britain, ending his narrative with the death of Queen Victoria in 1901. We see the "ascendancy of Science and Industry...the advent of Democracy...and the extension of Empire" in this panoramic survey of reform at home and imperialism abroad. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/england-since-waterloo-by-john-arthur-ransome-marriott/ |
england since waterloo sir john arthur ransome marriott 1859 1945 first published 1913 went many editions author taught history worcester college oxford thirty six years served conservative member parliament fifteen england since waterloo begins defeat napoleon who marriott writes impotent to assail english power sea foiled attempt ruin commerce overwhelmed russian snows finally conquered genius wellington portrays people events nineteenth century britain ending narrative death queen victoria 1901 see ascendancy science industry the advent democracy and extension empire panoramic survey reform home imperialism abroad summary pamela nagami |
| 10833 |
10777 |
11431 |
Unmasked, or the Science of Immorality. To Gentlemen |
Mary Edwards Walker |
Family & Relationships, Medical |
Mary Edwards Walker was a physician and surgeon who served in the Civil War. An abolitionist, prohibitionist, and cross-dressing leader of the women's dress reform movement, she published this lively sex manual in 1878. It is a curious blend of useful information and Victorian sexual mythology, at once puritanical and explicit. (Summary by Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/unmasked-or-the-science-of-immorality-by-mary-edwards-walker/ |
mary edwards walker physician surgeon served civil war abolitionist prohibitionist cross dressing leader women s dress reform movement published lively sex manual 1878 curious blend useful information victorian sexual mythology puritanical explicit summary pamela nagami |
| 10834 |
10778 |
11432 |
Little Busybodies: The Life of Crickets, Ants, Bees, and Others |
Jeannette Augustus Marks |
Science |
These short stories about crickets, ants, bees, beetles and other little busybodies are intended by the two authors to show their children the wonderland of insectcs if we just take the time to look closely. "We hope that you will realize that more wonderful than the most wonderful fairy story ever told is the marvel of the created life of these little insects; we want you to come to know something of their joys and troubles; we want you to learn how to be kind to them, and how they may be useful to you; and we want you to find out for yourselves the places they take in the great plan of creation." The authors speak to their own children in each story and through them to children of all ages to come. A fun book so jump right in! Don't let the crickets have all the fun. - Summary by The authors and phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-busybodies-the-life-of-crickets-ants-bees-and-others-by-jeannette-augustus-marks/ |
short stories crickets ants bees beetles little busybodies intended two authors show children wonderland insectcs take time look closely we hope realize wonderful wonderful fairy story ever told marvel created life little insects want come know something joys troubles want learn kind them may useful you want find places take great plan creation authors speak children story children ages come fun book jump right in let crickets fun summary authors phil chenevert |
| 10835 |
10779 |
11433 |
Haunted Woman |
David Lindsay |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Isabel Loment is engaged to the affectionate, but unemotional, Marshall Stokes. House-hunting for her aunt, she comes to Runhill Court, an ancient home with a mysterious staircase that is only visible to those with eyes to see it. Ascending the staircase, she meets Henry Judge, the owner of Runhill Court, and a passionate relationship develops, which neither can recall once they have descended the staircase and returned to the everyday world. The Haunted Woman was Lindsay's attempt to write a more commercial novel than its fantasy predecessor, A Voyage to Arcturus. Though neither book was successful in its day, both became cult classics. The Haunted Woman was reprinted as the fourth volume of the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-woman-by-david-lindsay/ |
isabel loment engaged affectionate unemotional marshall stokes house hunting aunt comes runhill court ancient home mysterious staircase visible eyes see it ascending staircase meets henry judge owner runhill court passionate relationship develops neither recall descended staircase returned everyday world haunted woman lindsay s attempt write commercial novel fantasy predecessor voyage arcturus though neither book successful day became cult classics haunted woman reprinted fourth volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library phil benson |
| 10836 |
10780 |
11434 |
Smoke |
Ivan Turgenev |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Smoke is an 1867 novel by the highly acclaimed Russian writer Ivan Turgenev (1818–1883) that tells the gripping story of a secret love affair between a young betrothed Russian man and a young married Russian woman, while also delivering in the opening chapters the author's criticism of Russia and Russians of the period. The story takes place largely in the German resort town of Baden-Baden. -- Adapted from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smoke_(novel) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/smoke-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
smoke 1867 novel highly acclaimed russian writer ivan turgenev 1818 1883 tells gripping story secret love affair young betrothed russian man young married russian woman also delivering opening chapters author s criticism russia russians period story takes place largely german resort town baden baden adapted wikipedia https en wikipedia org wiki smoke_ novel |
| 10837 |
10781 |
11436 |
Iracema |
José de Alencar |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Iracema, a virgem tabajara consagrada a Tupã, apaixona-se por Martim, guerreiro branco, inimigo de seu povo. Por esse amor abandona a tribo, tornando-se sua esposa. Ao perceber, mais tarde, que Martim sente saudades de sua terra e talvez de alguma mulher, começa a sofrer. Tem o filho, Moacir, enquanto Martim está lutando em outras regiões. Quando ele volta, Iracema está prestes a morrer. (Rogerio M.) |
Portuguese |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/iracema-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
iracema virgem tabajara consagrada tupã apaixona se por martim guerreiro branco inimigo de seu povo por esse amor abandona tribo tornando se sua esposa ao perceber mais tarde que martim sente saudades de sua terra e talvez de alguma mulher começa sofrer tem filho moacir enquanto martim está lutando em outras regiões quando ele volta iracema está prestes morrer rogerio m |
| 10838 |
10782 |
11437 |
History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century, Volume 1 |
Jean-Henri Merle d'Aubigné |
*Non-fiction, Early Modern |
<i>The History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century</i>, by Jean-Henri Merle d’Aubigné, is a classic work on the great events that re-opened the Christian gospel to a needy world. It tells of how the twenty-year-old Martin Luther, browsing through books in the library at the University of Erfurt, takes down from the shelf a particular volume that has caught his interest. He has never seen anything like it. It is a Bible! He is astonished to find in this volume so much more than the fragments of gospels and epistles that were selected for public reading in churches. He had believed that these constituted all there was of the word of God. But here he has discovered, in its entirety, the inspired book from which they came. And it was this discovery, in a dusty university library, that changed the course of history.<br /><br />D’Aubigné tells the story of outstanding people who had a love for God and his word, and who dared to present biblical truths which had been obscured for centuries. The book has helped and encouraged Christians through difficult times, and given them an understanding of the background from which our freedom in the faith has come.<br /><br />The author was a Swiss Protestant pastor. He was also a historian with a great understanding of the Bible, along with a broad and deep knowledge of the Reformation. This great work of his is made up of five volumes. Volume 1, the subject of this recording, comprises four books: Book 1 – State of Matters before the Reformation; Book 2 – Youth, Conversion, and First Labours of Luther (1483-1517); Book 3 – The Indulgences and Theses; Book 4 – Luther before the Legate (May-December 1518). |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-reformation-in-the-sixteenth-century-volume-1-by-jean-henri-merle-daubigne/ |
i the history reformation sixteenth century i jean henri merle d aubigné classic work great events re opened christian gospel needy world tells twenty year old martin luther browsing books library university erfurt takes shelf particular volume caught interest never seen anything like it bible astonished find volume much fragments gospels epistles selected public reading churches believed constituted word god discovered entirety inspired book came discovery dusty university library changed course history br br d aubigné tells story outstanding people love god word dared present biblical truths obscured centuries book helped encouraged christians difficult times given understanding background freedom faith come br br the author swiss protestant pastor also historian great understanding bible along broad deep knowledge reformation great work made five volumes volume 1 subject recording comprises four books book 1 state matters reformation book 2 youth conversion first labours luther 1483 1517 book 3 indulgences theses book 4 luther legate may december 1518 |
| 10839 |
10783 |
11438 |
Eddas |
Sæmund Sigfusson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas, Epics |
Los Eddas son colecciones de historias relacionadas con la mitología nórdica. Con este nombre se conocen dos recopilaciones literarias islandesas medievales que juntas forman el corpus más importante para conocer la mitología nórdica. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/los-eddas-by-snorri-sturleson |
los eddas son colecciones de historias relacionadas con la mitología nórdica con este nombre se conocen dos recopilaciones literarias islandesas medievales que juntas forman el corpus más importante para conocer la mitología nórdica summary phileas fogg |
| 10840 |
10834 |
11489 |
House of Orchids and Other Poems |
George Sterling |
Poetry |
This is a 1911 volume of poems by California poet George Sterling. Sterling was a particularly celebrated poet during his life time in California, though his fame remained local and hardly spread to the other shore of the United States, let alone to Europe. There were good reasons for this fame, however, as is demonstrated by this volume of particularly beautiful and evocative poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-orchids-and-other-poems-by-george-sterling/ |
1911 volume poems california poet george sterling sterling particularly celebrated poet life time california though fame remained local hardly spread shore united states let alone europe good reasons fame however demonstrated volume particularly beautiful evocative poetry summary carolin |
| 10841 |
10784 |
11439 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 3: Mary Stuart (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
The contents of these volumes of 'Celebrated Crimes', as well as the motives which led to their inception, are unique. They are a series of stories based upon historical records, from the pen of Alexandre Dumas, pere, when he was not "the elder," nor yet the author of D'Artagnan or Monte Cristo, but was a rising young dramatist and a lion in the literary set and world of fashion.\n\nThe third volume is devoted to the story of Mary Queen of Scots, another woman who suffered a violent death, and around whose name an endless controversy has waged. Dumas goes carefully into the dubious episodes of her stormy career, but does not allow these to blind his sympathy for her fate. Mary, it should be remembered, was closely allied to France by education and marriage, and the French never forgave Elizabeth the part she played in the tragedy. ( From the introduction) \n\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-3-mary-stuart-by-alexandre-dumas-2/ |
contents volumes celebrated crimes well motives led inception unique series stories based upon historical records pen alexandre dumas pere the elder yet author d artagnan monte cristo rising young dramatist lion literary set world fashion third volume devoted story mary queen scots another woman suffered violent death around whose name endless controversy waged dumas goes carefully dubious episodes stormy career allow blind sympathy fate mary remembered closely allied france education marriage french never forgave elizabeth part played tragedy introduction |
| 10842 |
10785 |
11440 |
Mob Rule In New Orleans |
Ida B. Wells-Barnett |
*Non-fiction, Modern (20th C) |
Born into slavery in Mississippi in 1862, Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an African-American journalist, newspaper editor, suffragist, sociologist, feminist, leader in the Civil Rights Movement, and one of the founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in 1909. Gathering her information from two New Orleans newspapers, Mrs. Wells-Barnett recounts in graphic detail the events of one particularly violent week in early 20th century New Orleans during which a mob "roamed the streets day and night, searching for colored men and women, whom they beat, shot and killed at will." A worse massacre was avoided, as stated by the author, because of "the determined stand for law and order taken by these great [newspapers] and the courageous action taken by the best citizens of New Orleans, who rallied to the support of the civic authorities." This account serves as chilling documentation of the mindless savagery of an anger- and hate-driven mob. - Summary by Holly Jenson |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/mob-rule-in-new-orleans-by-ida-b-wells-barnett/ |
born slavery mississippi 1862 ida b wells barnett african american journalist newspaper editor suffragist sociologist feminist leader civil rights movement one founders national association advancement colored people naacp 1909 gathering information two new orleans newspapers mrs wells barnett recounts graphic detail events one particularly violent week early 20th century new orleans mob roamed streets day night searching colored men women beat shot killed will worse massacre avoided stated author the determined stand law order taken great newspapers courageous action taken best citizens new orleans rallied support civic authorities account serves chilling documentation mindless savagery anger hate driven mob summary holly jenson |
| 10843 |
10786 |
11441 |
Reminiscences and Table-Talk of Samuel Rogers - Banker, Poet and Patron of the Arts (1763-1855) |
Samuel Rogers |
Memoirs |
Samuel Rogers was a renowned conversationalist who associated with the most distinguished persons of his time. This volume contains fascinating source material for the social and literary history of Great Britain over the span of his long life.\n - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-and-table-talk-of-samuel-rogers/ |
samuel rogers renowned conversationalist associated distinguished persons time volume contains fascinating source material social literary history great britain span long life summary barbara2 |
| 10844 |
10787 |
11442 |
toten Seelen |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Pawel Tschitschikow entwirft eine groteske Idee, die ihn zu Geld bringen soll. Er macht Geschäfte mit Leibeigenen, und zwar mit toten! Mittels Humor und beißender Satire stellt der große Erzähler Nikolai Gogol die marode, korrupte Gesellschaft seiner Zeit an den Pranger.\nDas vorliegende Hörbuch enthält den ersten und zweiten Teil des Romans "Die toten Seelen". Der erste Band wurde 1842 veröffentlicht. Der zweite Teil erfuhr während seiner Entstehung ab 1840 mehrere Umarbeitungen. Vor seinem Tode im Jahr 1852 vernichtete Gogol die aktuellste Fassung, so dass hier nur Fragmente einer von 1842-1845 erschaffenen Neufassung, die Gogol ebenfalls in Teilen vernichtete, vorliegen. Lediglich der bemerkenswerte Schluss des Romans geht auf die Urfassung des zweiten Bandes zurück. (Zusammenfassung von Eva K.) |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/die-toten-seelen-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
pawel tschitschikow entwirft eine groteske idee die ihn zu geld bringen soll er macht geschäfte mit leibeigenen und zwar mit toten mittels humor und beißender satire stellt der große erzähler nikolai gogol die marode korrupte gesellschaft seiner zeit den pranger das vorliegende hörbuch enthält den ersten und zweiten teil des romans die toten seelen der erste band wurde 1842 veröffentlicht der zweite teil erfuhr während seiner entstehung ab 1840 mehrere umarbeitungen vor seinem tode im jahr 1852 vernichtete gogol die aktuellste fassung dass hier nur fragmente einer von 1842 1845 erschaffenen neufassung die gogol ebenfalls teilen vernichtete vorliegen lediglich der bemerkenswerte schluss des romans geht auf die urfassung des zweiten bandes zurück zusammenfassung von eva k |
| 10845 |
10788 |
11443 |
Madame Chrysantheme |
Pierre Loti |
Travel Fiction, Romance |
Pierre Loti (a nom de plume) was for many years an officer in the French Navy, giving him the opportunity to sample and analyze different national and cultural milieux, in which he deeply immersed himself. The present book, said to have formed the basis for the famous "Madame Butterfly" story, is presented as an autobiographical account of his marriage to a young Japanese woman while his ship was stationed in Nagasaki. His style is surprisingly modern for the period, perhaps anticipating Camus. His descriptions of summer in Nagasaki have a detail which is at the same time personal and detached, while his observations of the people are less than sympathetic. A sense of ennui and lack of conventional morality pervades. (Summary by Peter Tucker) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/madame-chrysantheme-by-pierre-loti/ |
pierre loti a nom de plume many years officer french navy giving opportunity sample analyze different national cultural milieux deeply immersed himself present book said formed basis famous madame butterfly story presented autobiographical account marriage young japanese woman ship stationed nagasaki style surprisingly modern period perhaps anticipating camus descriptions summer nagasaki detail time personal detached observations people less sympathetic sense ennui lack conventional morality pervades summary peter tucker |
| 10846 |
12043 |
12737 |
Rain On The Down |
Arthur Symons |
Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Our Valentine Poem is by Arthur William Symons, a British poet, critic and magazine editor., taken from his collection Silhouettes (1896). - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/rain-on-the-down-by-arthur-symons/ |
valentine poem arthur william symons british poet critic magazine editor taken collection silhouettes 1896 summary david lawrence |
| 10847 |
10789 |
11444 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 09, Dec. 30, 1879 |
Various |
General, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This ninth issue of the serial was published on December 30, 1879. Published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Illustrations for this issue may be viewed in the <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28275">Project Gutenberg ebook</a>.(Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-09-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children ninth issue serial published december 30 1879 published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine illustrations issue may viewed a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 28275 project gutenberg ebook a summary jill engle |
| 10848 |
10790 |
11445 |
On Hearing the Messiah |
William Lisle Bowles |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Bowles came from a line of Church of England clergymen. His great-grandfather Matthew Bowles, grandfather Dr Thomas Bowles and father William Thomas Bowles had all been parish priests.<br/>\nIn 1789 he published, in a very small quarto volume, Fourteen Sonnets, which were received with extraordinary favour, not only by the general public, but by such men as Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Wordsworth. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/on-hearing-the-messiah-by-william-lisle-bowles/ |
bowles came line church england clergymen great grandfather matthew bowles grandfather dr thomas bowles father william thomas bowles parish priests br 1789 published small quarto volume fourteen sonnets received extraordinary favour general public men samuel taylor coleridge wordsworth summary wikipedia |
| 10849 |
10791 |
11446 |
In November |
Archibald Lampman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Archibald Lampman FRSC was a Canadian poet. "He has been described as 'the Canadian Keats;' and he is perhaps the most outstanding exponent of the Canadian school of nature poets." The Canadian Encyclopedia says that he is "generally considered the finest of Canada's late 19th-century poets in English."</br>\n\nLampman is classed as one of Canada's Confederation Poets, a group which also includes Charles G.D. Roberts, Bliss Carman, and Duncan Campbell Scott. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/in-november-by-archibald-lampman/ |
archibald lampman frsc canadian poet he described the canadian keats perhaps outstanding exponent canadian school nature poets canadian encyclopedia says generally considered finest canada s late 19th century poets english br lampman classed one canada s confederation poets group also includes charles g d roberts bliss carman duncan campbell scott summary wikipedia |
| 10850 |
10792 |
11447 |
Maker of Opportunities |
George Gibbs |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
When you're tired only because you're bored; and you're bored only because it seems like there's really nothing worth doing; and you're so, so wealthy that one would think opportunity should be knocking at your door every day... you sometimes just have to tell your closer friends how fatiguing the life of he who has everything really is.... And then; you find your calling! (Tony Oliva ) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-maker-of-opportunities-by-george-gibbs/ |
tired bored bored seems like there s really nothing worth doing so wealthy one would think opportunity knocking door every day sometimes tell closer friends fatiguing life everything really is then find calling tony oliva |
| 10851 |
10793 |
11448 |
Witness for the Defence |
A. E. W. Mason |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Part romance, part mystery, part courtroom and quasi-courtroom drama. Young love reignites itself after a hiatus of some years. Or does it? Much can change in that time -- both to the people themselves, and to the events that shape their lives. The action moves from England to India, and back again, confronting the protagonists with problems they never dreamed they’d have to face. ( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/witness-for-the-defence-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
part romance part mystery part courtroom quasi courtroom drama young love reignites hiatus years it much change time people themselves events shape lives action moves england india back again confronting protagonists problems never dreamed they d face nicholas clifford |
| 10852 |
10794 |
11449 |
Auriol, or The Elixir of Life |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Gothic Fiction |
If you stumble upon the elixir of life, which provides you with eternal life, youth and health, then it's rather a bad idea to spoil this great gift by signing a pact with the devil on top of it to receive great financial fortune as well. Auriol Darcy, the protagonist of our story, has in fact made this mistake, but soon finds out that the price to pay is much too high to bear. And getting out of a pact with the devil is never easy.<br></br>William Harrison Ainsworth's novel is divided into three parts and the final part provides quite a surprise twist ending, which will not be revealed here. The surrealistic plot and setting and especially the psychological elements give this novel quite a modern touch, considering it's been written as early as 1844. The colourful characterization of some shady people from the lower classes of society lend a humouristic touch to the story which provides a nice contrast to the otherwise gloomy gothic atmosphere of the main plot. - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/auriol-or-the-elixir-of-life-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
stumble upon elixir life provides eternal life youth health rather bad idea spoil great gift signing pact devil top receive great financial fortune well auriol darcy protagonist story fact made mistake soon finds price pay much high bear getting pact devil never easy br br william harrison ainsworth s novel divided three parts final part provides quite surprise twist ending revealed here surrealistic plot setting especially psychological elements give novel quite modern touch considering written early 1844 colourful characterization shady people lower classes society lend humouristic touch story provides nice contrast otherwise gloomy gothic atmosphere main plot summary sonia |
| 10853 |
10795 |
11450 |
Story of King Arthur and his Knights |
Howard Pyle |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Masterful artist, illustrator, and storyteller Howard Pyle brings new life to the legends of King Arthur and the knights of the Round Table. The first in Pyle's series of four books about King Arthur, this volume takes readers to the very beginning and the miracle of Arthur pulling the sword from the anvil and claiming his birthright as King of Britain. We are reintroduced to Pyle's Lady Guinevere, the Enchanter Merlin, the evil Morgana Le Fay, the chivalrous knights Sir Pellias and Sir Gawaine and follow their noble adventures. A book to be enjoyed by children and adults, alike. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-king-arthur-and-his-knights-by-howard-pyle/ |
masterful artist illustrator storyteller howard pyle brings new life legends king arthur knights round table first pyle s series four books king arthur volume takes readers beginning miracle arthur pulling sword anvil claiming birthright king britain reintroduced pyle s lady guinevere enchanter merlin evil morgana le fay chivalrous knights sir pellias sir gawaine follow noble adventures book enjoyed children adults alike summary jill engle |
| 10854 |
10797 |
11452 |
Adventures of Peter Cottontail (version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
This is the story of Peter Rabbit, a mischievous, but cautious, lagomorph who lives in the Green Meadows. Peter Rabbit begins his adventures with a quest for a new name, since his name is far too common for his taste. Having a new name is not quite what he thought it would be, however, and soon he is on to new exploits like outsmarting Reddy Fox and discovering where all his friends spend the winter. This tale co-stars Reddy Fox, Jerry Muskrat, Unc' Billy Possum, Jimmy Skunk, Ol' Mistah Buzzard, Bowser the Hound, and many more of Thornton W. Burgess' delightful characters. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-peter-cottontail-version-2-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
story peter rabbit mischievous cautious lagomorph lives green meadows peter rabbit begins adventures quest new name since name far common taste new name quite thought would be however soon new exploits like outsmarting reddy fox discovering friends spend winter tale co stars reddy fox jerry muskrat unc billy possum jimmy skunk ol mistah buzzard bowser hound many thornton w burgess delightful characters summary jill engle |
| 10855 |
10798 |
11453 |
Life of Florence Nightingale, Volume 2 |
Edward Tyas Cook |
Biography & Autobiography |
A history of Florence Nightingale (1820-1910), the founder of modern nursing. Here's the definitive biography, gleaned from a lifetime of her notes, letters and writings, that goes way beyond the mere legend of "The Lady With The Lamp", and the "Founder Of Modern Nursing". This well written saga covers the vastly more expanded story of her development into an intelligent woman with a high purpose, her social standing and family connections that opened many doors for her, her extensive work after the Crimean War working with governments to develop better health care delivery systems to the indigent in England and in India, and her voluminous writings on numerous topics. Volume 2 recounts her life from 1861 through her death in 1910. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-florence-nightingale-volume-2-by-edward-tyas-cook/ |
history florence nightingale 1820 1910 founder modern nursing here s definitive biography gleaned lifetime notes letters writings goes way beyond mere legend the lady lamp founder modern nursing well written saga covers vastly expanded story development intelligent woman high purpose social standing family connections opened many doors her extensive work crimean war working governments develop better health care delivery systems indigent england india voluminous writings numerous topics volume 2 recounts life 1861 death 1910 summary michele fry |
| 10856 |
10799 |
11454 |
Mark Twain's Speeches, Part 2 |
Mark Twain |
Humor, Literary Collections, Writing & Linguistics |
This collection of the 195 known, publicly-printed speeches of Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens) was compiled by Paul Fatout and published by the University of Iowa Press. The speeches are in the Public Domain, and our thanks go to the University of Iowa for making them available for this Public Domain audio recording. They were compiled in the University of Iowa Press book entitled "Mark Twain Speaking" and are arranged, chronologically, from Twain's first authenticated public speech in 1864, to his last speech, exactly 7 months before he died. Extensive analysis (for instance how other publications interpreted identical interview sessions), notes, appendix and index are included in the printed work.\n\n\n - Summary by John Greenman |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-speeches-part-2-by-mark-twain/ |
collection 195 known publicly printed speeches mark twain samuel langhorne clemens compiled paul fatout published university iowa press speeches public domain thanks go university iowa making available public domain audio recording compiled university iowa press book entitled mark twain speaking arranged chronologically twain s first authenticated public speech 1864 last speech exactly 7 months died extensive analysis for instance publications interpreted identical interview sessions notes appendix index included printed work summary john greenman |
| 10857 |
10800 |
11455 |
Following the Color Line |
Ray Stannard Baker |
*Non-fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Subtitled "An Account of Negro Citizenship in the American Democracy", we are presented an in-depth and essentially non-opinionated open view of race relations as they existed in the U.S. in 1908, more than 40 years following the end of the Civil War.<br /><br />The book is in three parts: The Negro in the South; The Negro in the North; and the Negro in the Nation. We are presented both rural and urban points of view, struggles for survival, varying district relationships, the effect of lynching, power struggles, and political repercussions, among many other topics. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/following-the-color-line-by-ray-stannard-baker/ |
subtitled an account negro citizenship american democracy presented in depth essentially non opinionated open view race relations existed u s 1908 40 years following end civil war br br the book three parts negro south negro north negro nation presented rural urban points view struggles survival varying district relationships effect lynching power struggles political repercussions among many topics summary roger melin |
| 10858 |
10801 |
11456 |
Hoofbeats on the Turnpike |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Penny Parker is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." In HOOFBEATS ON THE TURNPIKE, Penny is drawn to a remote hill community by a tantalizing tale of a headless horseman who ranges the countryside at night. While investigating the bizarre tale, Penny and her best friend Louise Siddell encounter a quirky array of hill folk, including a feisty "granny woman" who is at war with a wealthy landowner. The headless horseman seems to be targeting the landowner, who has ignored repeated warnings that the dam he owns is unsafe. The tale takes an unusually serious turn when the dam breaks, flooding the community. Trapped by the flood, Penny heroically does what she can to help the community and to get the story out to the world. - Summary by Cheryl Adam |
English |
1944 |
https://librivox.org/hoofbeats-on-the-turnpike-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
penny parker teen aged sleuth amateur reporter uncanny knack uncovering solving unusual sometimes bizarre mysteries daughter widower anthony parker publisher riverview star penny raised self sufficient outspoken innovative extraordinarily tenacious cheerful chatty manner belies shrewd keenly observant mind penny creation mildred a wirt also author original nancy drew series under pseudonym carolyn keene wirt became frustrated pushed tone down nancy drew make less independent daring penny parker wirt freer hand received full credit wirt said i always thought penny parker better nancy drew nancy is hoofbeats turnpike penny drawn remote hill community tantalizing tale headless horseman ranges countryside night investigating bizarre tale penny best friend louise siddell encounter quirky array hill folk including feisty granny woman war wealthy landowner headless horseman seems targeting landowner ignored repeated warnings dam owns unsafe tale takes unusually serious turn dam breaks flooding community trapped flood penny heroically help community get story world summary cheryl adam |
| 10859 |
10802 |
11457 |
Lustige Geschichten |
Anton Chekhov |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Humor, Ironie und leise Melancholie mischen sich in den Werken des großen Erzählers und Meisters der Kurzgeschichte Anton Pawlowitsch Tschechow. Auch heute können uns die kleinen Geschichten über alltägliche Situationen noch einen Spiegel vorhalten und zum Schmunzeln bringen. (Zusammenfassung von Eva K.) |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/lustige-geschichten-by-anton-chekhov/ |
humor ironie und leise melancholie mischen sich den werken des großen erzählers und meisters der kurzgeschichte anton pawlowitsch tschechow auch heute können uns die kleinen geschichten über alltägliche situationen noch einen spiegel vorhalten und zum schmunzeln bringen zusammenfassung von eva k |
| 10860 |
10804 |
11459 |
Gadsby |
Ernest Vincent Wright |
Published 1900 onward |
Fifty-year-old John Gadsby is alarmed by the decline of his hometown, Branton Hills, and rallies the city's young people to form an "Organization of Youth" to build civic spirit and improve living standards. Gadsby and his youthful army, despite some opposition, transform Branton Hills from a stagnant municipality into a bustling, thriving city. The story begins around 1906 and continues through World War I, Prohibition, and President Warren G. Harding's administration.<br><br>\n\n"Gadsby" is a lipogram - a whole novel of some 50.000 words without a single instance of the letter E. When it first appeared in 1939 it was hardly noticed by the general public, but a modern reviewer called it "probably the most ambitious work ever attempted in this genre". Hardcopies of the book are extremely rare and sell for thousands of dollars. (Summary by Availle and Wikipedia) |
English |
1939 |
https://librivox.org/gadsby-by-ernest-vincent-wright/ |
fifty year old john gadsby alarmed decline hometown branton hills rallies city s young people form organization youth build civic spirit improve living standards gadsby youthful army despite opposition transform branton hills stagnant municipality bustling thriving city story begins around 1906 continues world war i prohibition president warren g harding s administration br br gadsby lipogram whole novel 50 000 words without single instance letter e first appeared 1939 hardly noticed general public modern reviewer called probably ambitious work ever attempted genre hardcopies book extremely rare sell thousands dollars summary availle wikipedia |
| 10861 |
10805 |
11460 |
Cross Brand |
Max Brand |
Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
Jack Bristol shot the sheriff and stole his horse. He rode off, not into the sunset, but into the mountains. The mountain man held him captive for months and then released him. Why? And why did the girl scream with terror when she saw his face? Read this 1922 pulp Western to find the answers. Max Brand was one of many pseudonyms used by Frederick Schiller Faust (1892 – 1944), an American author known primarily for his thoughtful and literary Westerns. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-cross-brand-by-max-brand/ |
jack bristol shot sheriff stole horse rode off sunset mountains mountain man held captive months released him why girl scream terror saw face read 1922 pulp western find answers max brand one many pseudonyms used frederick schiller faust 1892 1944 american author known primarily thoughtful literary westerns summary david wales |
| 10862 |
10806 |
11461 |
Charlotte's Inheritance |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
A lesser known novel by the sensational English novelist, Charlotte's Inheritance opens in Paris in a dilapidated boarding house let to students by a scarcely adequate landlady. Enter Gustave, a young provincial, arriving in Paris supposedly to study law, but in reality as the proposed husband of the dour and unattractive daughter of his sponsor. Unable to tolerate the life arranged for him, Gustave quits the boarding house but recommends it to a mysterious young English widow who approaches him for assistance. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/charlottes-inheritance-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
lesser known novel sensational english novelist charlotte s inheritance opens paris dilapidated boarding house let students scarcely adequate landlady enter gustave young provincial arriving paris supposedly study law reality proposed husband dour unattractive daughter sponsor unable tolerate life arranged him gustave quits boarding house recommends mysterious young english widow approaches assistance summary lynne thompson |
| 10863 |
10807 |
11462 |
Old Inn |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Madison Julius Cawein was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. \nCawein's poetry allied his love of nature with a devotion to earlier English and European literature, mythology, and classical allusion. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-inn-by-madison-cawein/ |
madison julius cawein poet louisville kentucky cawein s poetry allied love nature devotion earlier english european literature mythology classical allusion summary wikipedia |
| 10864 |
10808 |
11463 |
Kaffir, Kangaroo, Klondike; Tales Of The Gold Fields |
Thaddeus William Henry Leavitt |
Short Stories |
Seven short stories. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/kaffir-kangaroo-klondike-tales-of-the-gold-fields-by-thaddeus-william-henry-leavitt/ |
seven short stories summary david wales |
| 10865 |
10809 |
11464 |
Lion of Saint Mark: A Story of Venice in the Fourteenth Century |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure |
<i> "Of all the chapters of history, there are few more interesting or wonderful than that which tells the story of the rise and progress of Venice."</i><br> And thus begins another swashbuckling adventure by G. A. Henty. The great city-state is in trouble from Genoa and other neighboring cities, and of course it's up to a young English lad to save her! Kidnappings, sea battles, dangerous adventures of all sorts and even a little romance combine to make this one of Henty's most exciting novels. Climb aboard and join us for an adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat! (Summary by Rachel)<br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-lion-of-saint-mark-a-story-of-venice-in-the-fourteenth-century-by-g-a-henty/ |
i of chapters history interesting wonderful tells story rise progress venice i br thus begins another swashbuckling adventure g a henty great city state trouble genoa neighboring cities course young english lad save her kidnappings sea battles dangerous adventures sorts even little romance combine make one henty s exciting novels climb aboard join us adventure leave edge seat summary rachel br |
| 10866 |
10810 |
11465 |
Adventures of a Nature Guide |
Enos A. Mills |
Animals, Biography & Autobiography |
Enos Mills (1870-1922 ), naturalist and conservationist, was instrumental in the creation of Rocky Mountain National Park. Like his mentor John Muir, Mills was an intrepid solitary high country rambler, as well as an accomplished Colorado mountain guide. There are mountain tales aplenty in "Adventures of a Nature Guide." At one point, Mills climbs Long's Peak alone in a gale with winds topping 170 mph., "carried away with the wild, elemental eloquence of the storm." Near the summit, the wind is so fierce he cannot make headway, so he concludes to "reverse ends." "Putting a shoulder against a rock point, I allowed the wind to push my legs around. This . . . enabled me to brace effectively with my feet, and also to hang on more securely with my hands. . . There was no climbing; the wind sucked, dragged, pushed, and floated me ever upward." Summary by Sue Anderson. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-a-nature-guide-by-enos-a-mills/ |
enos mills 1870 1922 naturalist conservationist instrumental creation rocky mountain national park like mentor john muir mills intrepid solitary high country rambler well accomplished colorado mountain guide mountain tales aplenty adventures nature guide one point mills climbs long s peak alone gale winds topping 170 mph carried away wild elemental eloquence storm near summit wind fierce cannot make headway concludes reverse ends putting shoulder rock point allowed wind push legs around enabled brace effectively feet also hang securely hands climbing wind sucked dragged pushed floated ever upward summary sue anderson |
| 10867 |
10811 |
11466 |
Impertinent Poems |
Edmund Vance Cooke |
Poetry |
<b>A Pre-Impertinence:</b><br>Anticipating the intelligent critic of "Impertinent Poems," it may well be remarked that the chief impertinence is in calling them poems. Be that as it may, the editors and publishers of "The Saturday Evening Post," "Success" and "Ainslee's," and, in a lesser degree, "Metropolitan," "Independent," "Booklovers'" and "New York Herald" share with the author the reproach of first promoting their publicity. That they are now willing to further reduce their share of the burden by dividing it with the present publishers entitles them to the thanks of the author and the gratitude of the book-buying public.<br>E.V.C. |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/impertinent-poems-by-edmund-vance-cooke/ |
b a pre impertinence b br anticipating intelligent critic impertinent poems may well remarked chief impertinence calling poems may editors publishers the saturday evening post success ainslee s and lesser degree metropolitan independent booklovers new york herald share author reproach first promoting publicity willing reduce share burden dividing present publishers entitles thanks author gratitude book buying public br e v c |
| 10868 |
10812 |
11467 |
Two Twilights |
Henry A. Beers |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by American poet Henry Augustin Beers. Born in Buffalo, NY, Beers later became a Professor of English literature at Yale University. The poems of this volume were published late in his life, and are of varied nature, addressing different themes and using different styles. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-twilights-by-henry-a-beers/ |
volume poems american poet henry augustin beers born buffalo ny beers later became professor english literature yale university poems volume published late life varied nature addressing different themes using different styles summary carolin |
| 10869 |
10813 |
11468 |
Your Affectionate Godmother |
Elinor Glyn |
Romance |
This is a series of seven letters by the eminent author of scandalous romances, Elinor Glyn, written to her godchild Caroline in the years 1912-1914. The Letters give Caroline advice on how best to find her way in life, particularly to matrimony. They contain such gems of wisdom as "It is better to marry the life you like, because after a while the man does not matter", that beauty is of "colossal importance", and that a woman will do well never to ask her husband any questions. The letters are very entertaining to read, though most modern godchildren may not wish to follow the advice too closely. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/your-affectionate-godmother-by-elinor-glyn/ |
series seven letters eminent author scandalous romances elinor glyn written godchild caroline years 1912 1914 letters give caroline advice best find way life particularly matrimony contain gems wisdom it better marry life like man matter beauty colossal importance woman well never ask husband questions letters entertaining read though modern godchildren may wish follow advice closely summary carolin |
| 10870 |
10814 |
11469 |
Short Poetry Collection 179 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 39 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-179-by-various/ |
collection 39 poems read librivox volunteers april 2018 |
| 10871 |
10815 |
11470 |
Girl of the Limberlost (version 2) |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
Set in the Limberlost swamp of Indiana, A Girl of the Limberlost follows Elnora Comstock through struggles and triumphs as she seeks education and the mother love she has always been denied. - Summary by Patience Charles |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/a-girl-of-the-limberlost-version-2-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
set limberlost swamp indiana girl limberlost follows elnora comstock struggles triumphs seeks education mother love always denied summary patience charles |
| 10872 |
10816 |
11471 |
Poetical Works of Thomas Hood |
Thomas Hood |
Poetry |
This is a collection of Thomas Hood's poems. Hood was an eminent British poet, regarded in particular for his humorous poetry, as well as his weird and fantastic poems. As William Michael Rossetti writes in his biographical sketch of Hood, "A man of such a faculty and such a habit of work could scarcely, in all instances, keep himself within the bounds of good taste - a term which people are far too ready to introduce into serious discussions, for the purpose of casting disparagement upon some work which transcends the ordinary standards of appreciation, but a term nevertheless which has its important meaning and its true place. Hood is too often like a man grinning awry, or interlarding serious and beautiful discourse with a nod, a wink, or a leer, neither requisite nor convenient as auxiliaries to his speech: and to do either of these things is to fail in perfect taste. Sometimes, not very often, we are allowed to reach the close of a poem of his without having our attention jogged and called off by a single interpolation of this kind; and then we feel unalloyed—what we constantly feel also even under the contrary conditions—how exquisite a poetic sense and how choice a cunning of hand were his. On the whole, we can pronounce Hood the finest English poet between the generation of Shelley and the generation of Tennyson." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-poetical-works-of-thomas-hood-by-thomas-hood/ |
collection thomas hood s poems hood eminent british poet regarded particular humorous poetry well weird fantastic poems william michael rossetti writes biographical sketch hood a man faculty habit work could scarcely instances keep within bounds good taste term people far ready introduce serious discussions purpose casting disparagement upon work transcends ordinary standards appreciation term nevertheless important meaning true place hood often like man grinning awry interlarding serious beautiful discourse nod wink leer neither requisite convenient auxiliaries speech either things fail perfect taste sometimes often allowed reach close poem without attention jogged called single interpolation kind feel unalloyed what constantly feel also even contrary conditions how exquisite poetic sense choice cunning hand his whole pronounce hood finest english poet generation shelley generation tennyson summary carolin |
| 10873 |
10817 |
11472 |
Travels and adventures of an orchid hunter: An account of canoe and camp life in Colombia, while collecting orchids in the northern Andes |
Albert Millican |
Memoirs |
This is quite the adventure tale and travelog. We see cities, peoples, plants and wildlife of Columbia and the ports our intrepid 'hunter' visits on the way there and back. It is an interesting period; a canal is being cut through Columbia to the city of Panama by the French (this is before the United States interceded in local politics). The characterisation is appropriate to the time - Europeans and the South American elite are seen as admirable, especially in comparison to the natives and blacks. Indeed, the deaths of several of Millican's native support staff along the way (tumbles over precipices, killed by jaguar) seem to be of minor concern. However, the native who went over the precipice was carrying an important cook pot! Millican describes collecting orchids by cutting down many huge trees for a few plants per tree which, we find out later, are unlikely to even survive the trip back to England. The large areas pillaged by previous collectors are an annoyance since he has to travel further afield to collect orchids. He tells us they don't seem to be growing back in areas already stripped. The hiking and boating into and through the jungles and mountains are impressively narrated, but he reduces our admiration by counting up 9 jaguar skins he's carrying back with him, not to mention the crates of plants.\n( Arnold Banner) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/travels-and-adventures-of-an-orchid-hunter-by-albert-millican/ |
quite adventure tale travelog see cities peoples plants wildlife columbia ports intrepid hunter visits way back interesting period canal cut columbia city panama french this united states interceded local politics characterisation appropriate time europeans south american elite seen admirable especially comparison natives blacks indeed deaths several millican s native support staff along way tumbles precipices killed jaguar seem minor concern however native went precipice carrying important cook pot millican describes collecting orchids cutting many huge trees plants per tree which find later unlikely even survive trip back england large areas pillaged previous collectors annoyance since travel afield collect orchids tells us seem growing back areas already stripped hiking boating jungles mountains impressively narrated reduces admiration counting 9 jaguar skins he s carrying back him mention crates plants arnold banner |
| 10874 |
10818 |
11473 |
Lady of the Basement Flat |
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
<p>A naive young girl strikes out on her own and ends up leading a double life in this engaging tale of love lost and found. Summary by Judi Mason</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-of-the-basement-flat-by-mrs-george-de-horne-vaizey/ |
p a naive young girl strikes ends leading double life engaging tale love lost found summary judi mason p |
| 10875 |
10819 |
11474 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 024 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 024: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-collection-vol-024-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 024 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 10876 |
10820 |
11475 |
Practical Religion |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Other |
The present volume contains a series of papers about "practical religion," and treats of the daily duties, dangers, experience, and privileges of all who profess and call themselves true Christians. (Summary from the preface) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/practical-religion-by-j-c-ryle/ |
present volume contains series papers practical religion treats daily duties dangers experience privileges profess call true christians summary preface |
| 10877 |
10821 |
11476 |
Ἀθηναίων πολιτεία (The Constitution of the Athenians) |
Aristotle |
Political Science |
Η Αθηναίων Πολιτεία του Αριστοτέλη γράφτηκε μεταξύ 328 και 322 πΧ. Περιέχει πολλές πληροφορίες για την πολιτειακή εξέλιξη των Αθηναίων αλλά και για το Αστικό και για το Δημόσιο Αττικό Δίκαιο.<br>\nΤο σύγγραμμα διαιρείται σε δυο μέρη: το Ιστορικό και το Περιγραφικό μέρος.Το ιστορικό μέρος είναι ελλιπές στην αρχή του επειδή δεν υπάρχει η ιστορία των Αθηνών εως τη συνωμοσία του Κύλωνα. Το περιγραφικό μέρος είναι ελλιπές γιατί λόγω της φθοράς του παπύρου λείπει η περιγραφή του οργανισμού και των δικονομικών τύπων των Αθηναϊκών δικαστηρίων.<br>\nΟ Αριστοτέλης πήρε πληροφορίες απο τους: Ηρόδοτο, Σόλωνα, Θουκιδίδη, Θεόπομπο, αλλά και από τους Ατθιδογράφους, Κλεόδημο, Φανόδημο και Ανδροτίωνα. Πολλές πληροφορίες επίσης πήρε από τα διατάγματα και τα επίσημα έγγραφα του Κρατερού του Μακεδόνα απο επιγραφές, τα ποιήματα, τα μνημεία του Σόλωνα, τα λαϊκά άσματα και παροιμίες.<br>\nΣτο δεύτερο μέρος του έργου, ο Αριστοτέλης δεν αναφέρεται σε ιστορικές πηγές γιατί περιγράφεται το σύγχρονό του πολιτειακό σύστημα, αντιλαμβανόμενος και πληροφορούμενος ο ίδιος τα πράγματα.<br>\nΑπό ιστορική αλλά και από φιλολογική άποψη, η Αθηναίων Πολιτεία είναι ένα από τα πολυτιμότερα κειμήλια που κληροδοτήθηκαν σε εμάς από την κλασσική Ελληνική αρχαιότητα. (Summary by karampas1968)<br> |
Greek |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-constitution-of-the-athenians-by-aristotle/ |
η αθηναίων πολιτεία του αριστοτέλη γράφτηκε μεταξύ 328 και 322 πχ περιέχει πολλές πληροφορίες για την πολιτειακή εξέλιξη των αθηναίων αλλά και για το αστικό και για το δημόσιο αττικό δίκαιο br το σύγγραμμα διαιρείται σε δυο μέρη το ιστορικό και το περιγραφικό μέρος το ιστορικό μέρος είναι ελλιπές στην αρχή του επειδή δεν υπάρχει η ιστορία των αθηνών εως τη συνωμοσία του κύλωνα το περιγραφικό μέρος είναι ελλιπές γιατί λόγω της φθοράς του παπύρου λείπει η περιγραφή του οργανισμού και των δικονομικών τύπων των αθηναϊκών δικαστηρίων br ο αριστοτέλης πήρε πληροφορίες απο τους ηρόδοτο σόλωνα θουκιδίδη θεόπομπο αλλά και από τους ατθιδογράφους κλεόδημο φανόδημο και ανδροτίωνα πολλές πληροφορίες επίσης πήρε από τα διατάγματα και τα επίσημα έγγραφα του κρατερού του μακεδόνα απο επιγραφές τα ποιήματα τα μνημεία του σόλωνα τα λαϊκά άσματα και παροιμίες br στο δεύτερο μέρος του έργου ο αριστοτέλης δεν αναφέρεται σε ιστορικές πηγές γιατί περιγράφεται το σύγχρονό του πολιτειακό σύστημα αντιλαμβανόμενος και πληροφορούμενος ο ίδιος τα πράγματα br από ιστορική αλλά και από φιλολογική άποψη η αθηναίων πολιτεία είναι ένα από τα πολυτιμότερα κειμήλια που κληροδοτήθηκαν σε εμάς από την κλασσική ελληνική αρχαιότητα summary karampas1968 br |
| 10878 |
10822 |
11477 |
When Father Carves the Duck |
Ernest Vincent Wright |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ernest Vincent Wright was an American author known for his book Gadsby, a 50,000-word novel which, except for the introduction and a note at the end, did not use the letter "e".\nThe biographical details of his life are unclear. A 2002 article in the Village Voice by Ed Park said he might have been English by birth but was more probably American. The article said he might have served in the navy and that he has been incorrectly called a graduate of MIT. The article says that he attended a vocational high school attached to MIT in 1888 but there is no record that he graduated. Park said rumors that Wright died within hours of Gadsby being published are untrue. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/when-father-carves-the-duck-by-ernest-vincent-wright/ |
ernest vincent wright american author known book gadsby 50 000 word novel which except introduction note end use letter e biographical details life unclear 2002 article village voice ed park said might english birth probably american article said might served navy incorrectly called graduate mit article says attended vocational high school attached mit 1888 record graduated park said rumors wright died within hours gadsby published untrue summary wikipedia |
| 10879 |
10823 |
11478 |
Pin |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines, "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone" - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/a-pin-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone summary wikipedia |
| 10880 |
10824 |
11479 |
Good Soldier; A Selection Of Soldiers' Letters, 1914-1918 |
N. P. Dawson |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
“Here are boys, all sorts of boys: French, English, Italian, American… These are soldiers’ letters written home. But reading, one finds that he does not think of them as letters at all, but as boys… but the spirit of these letters cannot be defeated. The dead will rise again.” Each letter is introduced by a paragraph or two about the writer. - Summary by Author's Introduction and David Wales |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-good-soldier-a-selection-of-soldiers-letters-1914-1918-by-n-p-dawson/ |
here boys sorts boys french english italian american soldiers letters written home reading one finds think letters all boys spirit letters cannot defeated dead rise again letter introduced paragraph two writer summary author s introduction david wales |
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10825 |
11480 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 12: La Epistola del Apostol San Pablo a los Colosenses |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
El apóstol Pablo escribió esta carta a la iglesia de Colosas desde una prisión en Roma. En la carta Pablo combate las falsas enseñanzas del legalismo, la adoración de ángeles y el ceremonialismo. Su defensa contra tal herejía se combina con el compromiso urgente al Señorío de Cristo. Pablo alienta a los creyentes a despojarse del viejo hombre y a ponerse el nuevo hombre viviendo vidas justas ante Dios. Al seguir a Cristo, estas reglas para la vida santa los liberan de las regulaciones humanas. Los temas principales de esta carta son:\nJesús es suficiente para satisfacer todas las necesidades de nuestras vidas. \nLa perfección de Jesús es el reflejo perfecto del Dios invisible.\nLas filosofías que no exaltan a Jesucristo no son de Dios. \nNuestra relación con Dios se refleja a través de nuestra relación con los demás.\n\nThe apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church of Colossae from a prison in Rome. In the letter Paul fights the false teachings of legalism, the worship of angels and ceremonialism. His defense against such heresy is combined with the urgent commitment to the Lordship of Christ. Paul encourages believers to take off the old man and to put on the new man, living righteous lives before God. By following Christ, these rules for holy living set them free from human regulations. The main themes of this letter are:\nJesus is sufficient to meet all the needs of our lives.\nThe perfection of Jesus is the perfect reflection of the invisible God.\nPhilosophies that do not exalt Jesus Christ are not of God.\nOur relationship with God is reflected through our relationship with others.\n\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-12-la-epistola-del-apostol-san-pablo-a-los-colosenses-by-reina-valera/ |
el apóstol pablo escribió esta carta la iglesia de colosas desde una prisión en roma en la carta pablo combate las falsas enseñanzas del legalismo la adoración de ángeles el ceremonialismo su defensa contra tal herejía se combina con el compromiso urgente al señorío de cristo pablo alienta los creyentes despojarse del viejo hombre ponerse el nuevo hombre viviendo vidas justas ante dios al seguir cristo estas reglas para la vida santa los liberan de las regulaciones humanas los temas principales de esta carta son jesús es suficiente para satisfacer todas las necesidades de nuestras vidas la perfección de jesús es el reflejo perfecto del dios invisible las filosofías que exaltan jesucristo son de dios nuestra relación con dios se refleja través de nuestra relación con los demás apostle paul wrote letter church colossae prison rome letter paul fights false teachings legalism worship angels ceremonialism defense heresy combined urgent commitment lordship christ paul encourages believers take old man put new man living righteous lives god following christ rules holy living set free human regulations main themes letter are jesus sufficient meet needs lives perfection jesus perfect reflection invisible god philosophies exalt jesus christ god relationship god reflected relationship others summary claudia barrett |
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10826 |
11481 |
Ὕμνοι ἤτοι προοίμια (Homeric Hymns) |
Homer |
Elegies & Odes |
<br><br>Οἱ Ὁμηρικοὶ Ὕμνοι ἐντάσσονται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nὍπως ἦταν φυσικό, ξεκίνησα τὴν προσπάθεια μου μὲ τὴν ἠχογράφηση τῆς Ὁμηρικῆς ποιήσεως διότι πιστεύω ὅτι βρίσκεται στὴν κορυφὴ τῆς ἑλληνικῆς καὶ τῆς δυτικῆς λογοτεχνίας ἀφοῦ πρόκειται γιὰ τὰ πρῶτα λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα - Ἐπίσης θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς .<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nThe Homeric Hymns are part of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nAs I naturally started my effort with the recording of Homeric poetry because I believe it is at the top of Greek and Western literature Since they are the first literary works. Ι also believe that these great ancient Greek literary works must be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nLes Hymnes Homériques font partis des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nComme il était naturel , j'ai débuté les enregistrements avec la poésie homérique qui est au somment de la littérature grecque et occidentale puisqu'il s'agit des premières œuvres littéraires. Je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br>\n\nSummary by Ἑλένη Κεμικτσή. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/homeric-hymns-by-homer/ |
br br οἱ ὁμηρικοὶ ὕμνοι ἐντάσσονται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ὅπως ἦταν φυσικό ξεκίνησα τὴν προσπάθεια μου μὲ τὴν ἠχογράφηση τῆς ὁμηρικῆς ποιήσεως διότι πιστεύω ὅτι βρίσκεται στὴν κορυφὴ τῆς ἑλληνικῆς καὶ τῆς δυτικῆς λογοτεχνίας ἀφοῦ πρόκειται γιὰ τὰ πρῶτα λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα ἐπίσης θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br homeric hymns part work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br naturally started effort recording homeric poetry believe top greek western literature since first literary works ι also believe great ancient greek literary works must recorded greek voices br br br les hymnes homériques font partis des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br comme il était naturel j ai débuté les enregistrements avec la poésie homérique qui est au somment de la littérature grecque et occidentale puisqu il s agit des premières œuvres littéraires je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br summary ἑλένη κεμικτσή br br |
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10827 |
11482 |
Little Pillows, or Good-Night Thoughts for Little Ones |
Frances Ridley Havergal |
Children's Non-fiction, Religion |
Thirty-one little evening devotionals, simple enough for the child audience for which they were written, but also inspiring for adults needing spiritual refreshment. (Jael Baldwin) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/little-pillows-or-good-night-thoughts-for-little-ones-by-frances-ridley-havergal/ |
thirty one little evening devotionals simple enough child audience written also inspiring adults needing spiritual refreshment jael baldwin |
| 10884 |
10828 |
11483 |
Red Pottage |
Mary Cholmondeley |
Historical Fiction |
The book follows a period in the lives of two friends, Rachel West and Hester Gresley. Rachel is a wealthy heiress who falls in love with the weak-willed Hugh Scarlett after he has broken off an affair with Lady Newhaven (which he does not originally realize has been discovered by her husband). Hester, a novelist, lives with her brother, the pompous vicar of the fictional village of Warpington.\n\nThe book caused a scandal when it was first published due to its themes of adultery, the emancipation of women and its satire of the clergy. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/red-pottage-by-mary-cholmondeley/ |
book follows period lives two friends rachel west hester gresley rachel wealthy heiress falls love weak willed hugh scarlett broken affair lady newhaven which originally realize discovered husband hester novelist lives brother pompous vicar fictional village warpington book caused scandal first published due themes adultery emancipation women satire clergy wikipedia |
| 10885 |
10829 |
11484 |
What the White Race May Learn from the Indian |
George Wharton James |
Essays & Short Works, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
People learn from other people, and races have forever learned from other races. Herein we are treated to an in-depth understanding of categorized social characteristics of the Native American peoples, primarily those of the western U.S. as they existed at the time of book publication (1908). 'In dealing with [the Native Americans] as a race, a people, therefore, I do as I would with my own race, I take what to me seem to be racial characteristics, or in other words, the things that are manifested in the lives of the best men and women, and which seem to represent their habitual aims, ambitions, and desires.' - Summary by Roger Melin & book foreword |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-white-race-may-learn-from-the-indian-by-george-wharton-james/ |
people learn people races forever learned races herein treated in depth understanding categorized social characteristics native american peoples primarily western u s existed time book publication 1908 in dealing the native americans race people therefore would race take seem racial characteristics words things manifested lives best men women seem represent habitual aims ambitions desires summary roger melin book foreword |
| 10886 |
10830 |
11485 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 017 - Poetry and Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. \n<br><br>\n01- Italian - Discorso futurista ai Veneziani - keywords: speech delivered at the Fenice theatre in Venice by Futurist figurehead F. T. Marinetti in 1910 <br>\n02 - Italian - Volantino del volo su Vienna - keywords: unsigned prose leaflet dropped over Vienna, Austria on 9 August 1918, as part of the Flight over Vienna (written by Ugo Ojetti but not subject to CR) <br>\n03 - Luxemburgish - D'Schuobermess - keywords: folk song, national tradition, fancy fair, celebration <br>\n04 - Polish - Czapla, ryby i rak - keywords: heron, fish, crawfish, satire, czapla, ryby, rak, satyra <br>\n05 - Polish - Gęsi - keywords: geese, satire, poem, foxes, forest, enemy, stupidity, birds <br>\n06 - Polish - Kot i kogut - keywords: cat, cock, satire, tale <br>\n07 - Polish - Sąd Ozyrysa - keywords: prose, short story, satire, Egypt, mythology, dramatic reading <br>\n08 - Portuguese - A Igreja do Diabo (in “Histórias sem Data”) - keywords: short story - The Devil's Church is a tale from the book "Stories without Date" of Machado de Assis (the Devil decides to found his own religion). <br>\n09 - Portuguese (Brazillian) - Tomamos a Vila depois de um Intenso Bombardeamento - keywords: short poetry, sad <br>\n10 - Romanian - Îngere palid... - keywords: poetry <br>\n11 - Romanian - INVIEREA - keywords: poetry <br>\n12 - Romanian - Lumineze stelele - keywords: poetry <br>\n13 - Romanian - Rugăciune - keywords: poetry <br>\n14 - Spanish - Ádega, historia milenaria - keywords: story <br>\n15 - Spanish - ¡Aleluya! - keywords: poetry <br>\n16 - Spanish - Castilla - keywords: poetry <br>\n17 - Spanish - La Condesa de Cela - keywords: story <br>\n18 - Spanish - El Matadero - keywords: Short story in prose set in a slaughter house in Buenos Aires in the times of Rosas. <br>\n19 - Ukrainian - Сліпець (Slipets) - keywords: prose <br>\n20 - Ukrainian - Наша хатка (Nasha Khatka) - keywords: poetry <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-017-poetry-and-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 italian discorso futurista ai veneziani keywords speech delivered fenice theatre venice futurist figurehead f t marinetti 1910 br 02 italian volantino del volo su vienna keywords unsigned prose leaflet dropped vienna austria 9 august 1918 part flight vienna written ugo ojetti subject cr br 03 luxemburgish d schuobermess keywords folk song national tradition fancy fair celebration br 04 polish czapla ryby rak keywords heron fish crawfish satire czapla ryby rak satyra br 05 polish gęsi keywords geese satire poem foxes forest enemy stupidity birds br 06 polish kot kogut keywords cat cock satire tale br 07 polish sąd ozyrysa keywords prose short story satire egypt mythology dramatic reading br 08 portuguese igreja diabo in histórias sem data keywords short story devil s church tale book stories without date machado de assis the devil decides found religion br 09 portuguese brazillian tomamos vila depois de um intenso bombardeamento keywords short poetry sad br 10 romanian îngere palid keywords poetry br 11 romanian invierea keywords poetry br 12 romanian lumineze stelele keywords poetry br 13 romanian rugăciune keywords poetry br 14 spanish ádega historia milenaria keywords story br 15 spanish aleluya keywords poetry br 16 spanish castilla keywords poetry br 17 spanish la condesa de cela keywords story br 18 spanish el matadero keywords short story prose set slaughter house buenos aires times rosas br 19 ukrainian сліпець slipets keywords prose br 20 ukrainian наша хатка nasha khatka keywords poetry br |
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10831 |
11486 |
Cautiva |
Esteban Echeverría |
Epics, Narratives |
La Cautiva es un poema narrativo épico, publicado originalmente en 1837. Se considera la obra más representativa del romanticismo argentino. Brián, un valiente soldado del ejército nacional, ha sido capturado por una tribu indígena luego de un violento enfrentamiento en medio de un malón. Herido, es capturado junto con su esposa, y muchas otras mujeres y niños. María, su mujer, arriesga su vida para liberar a su esposo y juntos emprenden la huída por el campo. - Summary by mariemdover |
Spanish |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/la-cautiva-by-esteban-echeverria/ |
la cautiva es un poema narrativo épico publicado originalmente en 1837 se considera la obra más representativa del romanticismo argentino brián un valiente soldado del ejército nacional ha sido capturado por una tribu indígena luego de un violento enfrentamiento en medio de un malón herido es capturado junto con su esposa muchas otras mujeres niños maría su mujer arriesga su vida para liberar su esposo juntos emprenden la huída por el campo summary mariemdover |
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10832 |
11487 |
In School and Out; The Conquest of Richard Grant |
Oliver Optic |
Religion |
The second volume of the Woodville Stories contains the experience of Richard Grant, "in school and out." We are sorry to say that Richard had become a bad boy, and was in the habit of getting into the most abominable scrapes, some of which are detailed in the first chapters of this book. But he is not what is sometimes called a vicious boy, for he has many good qualities, which redeem him from absolute condemnation. There is something noble in his character, which is the germ of his ultimate salvation from the sins which so easily beset him. The third book in the Woodville series is Watch and Wait; The Young Fugitives. Summary by Book Preface<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/ |
second volume woodville stories contains experience richard grant in school out sorry say richard become bad boy habit getting abominable scrapes detailed first chapters book sometimes called vicious boy many good qualities redeem absolute condemnation something noble character germ ultimate salvation sins easily beset him third book woodville series watch wait young fugitives summary book preface br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
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10833 |
11488 |
Masters of Space |
Edward Everett Evans |
Science Fiction |
The Masters had ruled all space with an unconquerable iron fist. But the Masters were gone. And this new, young race who came now to take their place—could they hope to defeat the ancient Enemy of All? - Summary from Gutenberg text |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/masters-of-space-by-e-e-smith/ |
masters ruled space unconquerable iron fist masters gone new young race came take place could hope defeat ancient enemy all summary gutenberg text |
| 10890 |
10836 |
11491 |
Short Poetry Collection 163 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 31 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2016. <br>\n<br>\nIt also includes a long poem, The Legend of Jubal by George Eliot<br>\n<br>\n<i>"And his brother's name was Jubal: he was the father of all such as handle the harp and organ."</i><br>\n- Genesis 4:21<br>\n<br>\nRe-imagined from a few bare lines in Genesis, George Eliot’s epic poem describes man’s loss of innocense, the birth of animal husbandry, of industry, commerce, and art. In a surprise ending, she tells of human transcendence. Each of us has a divine gift to offer the world. (Summary by Josh Mitteldorf)<br><br>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-163-by-various/ |
collection 31 poems read librivox volunteers december 2016 br br also includes long poem legend jubal george eliot br br i and brother s name jubal father handle harp organ i br genesis 4 21 br br re imagined bare lines genesis george eliot s epic poem describes man s loss innocense birth animal husbandry industry commerce art surprise ending tells human transcendence us divine gift offer world summary josh mitteldorf br br |
| 10891 |
10837 |
11492 |
Martyrdom Of Belgium; Official Report Of Massacres Of Peaceable Citizens, Women And Children By The German Army; Testimony Of Eye-Witnesses |
George Cooreman |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
The title says it all. World War I narratives of German activities in Belgium after the German invasion of this neutral country. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-martyrdom-of-belgium-by-george-cooreman/ |
title says all world war narratives german activities belgium german invasion neutral country summary david wales |
| 10892 |
10838 |
11493 |
Little Dramas for Primary Grades |
Lillian Nixon Lawrence |
Dramatic Readings, Short works |
37 short and very short plays for young children - David O</p>\n<b>Readers:</b></br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>:</b> Camel(1), Big Black Dog(2), First Child(4), Camel(5), Grandma(6), Red Fox(11), Child(12), First Pig(13), Mrs. Dove(14), Third Chick(15), Littlest Fir Tree(16), French Doll(17), Mary(19), Camel(20), Sparrow(21), Mrs. Sparrow(22), Sheep(23), Little Tree(24), Columbine(25), Rose(26), Lobster(28), Jellyfish(29), Flowers(33), Sanja(34), Tree(35), Camel(36)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>:</b> Lion(1), Odd Man(2), Lion(5), Fisherman(8), Hans(11), Fifth Pig(13), Mr. Jay(14), First Chick(15), Santa Claus(16), Tin Soldier(17), Old Year(19), Man(20), Thrush(21), Mr. Sparrow(22), Cow(23), Woodcutter(24), Spring(25), Fir Tree(26), Hunter(27), Tom(28), Turtle(29), Gluck(31), Black Bear(33), Third Lord Jizu(34), Brahman(35), Elephant(36)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11371">sashelliott</a>:</b> Jackal(1), Elephant(5), Fourth Pig(13), Second Mouse(17), Tiger(20), Blackbird(21), Second Child(22), Yellow-breast(23), Mountain(26), Tiger(27), First Fish(29), Third Child(33), Road(35)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>:</b> Elephant(1), Second Child(4), Sheep(5), Second Pib(13), Child(14), Big Fir Tree(16), First Mouse(17), Fern(22), Hen(23), Elm(26), Little Fish(29), Robin(33), Second Lord Jizu(34), Tiger(35)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>:</b> Mother Deer(1), Owl(3), Old Mouse(9), Mother Hen(15), Mrs. Santa Claus(17), Bird(26), Queen Osa(29), Spring(33), Jackal (35), Fox(36)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>:</b> Bunny Rabbit(1), Bird(7), Fox(10), Gretchen(11), Lady Moon(12), Magpie(21), Violet(22), Boastful Bamboo(24), Sparrow(32), Lion(36)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>:</b> True(2), Fourth Mouse(9), Little Calf(30), Little Old Gentleman(31), Ogre(34)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>:</b> Grasshopper(3), Lizard(6), Crow(10), Sixth Pig(13), Lion(17), Pussy(19), Crocus (22), Crow (23), Boy(24), Pantaloon(25), Fox(27), Third Fish(29), Child(32), Rabbit(33), Tiger(36), Traveler(37)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>:</b> Timid Hare(5), Mabel(6), Maiden(7), Second Mouse(9), Third Pig(13), Starling(21), Pussy Willow(22), Bobolink(23), Girl(24), Daisy(26), First Monkey(29), Squirrel(33), Child(37)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8368">A LibriVox Volunteer</a>:</b> Deer(5), Little Fish(8), Child(13), Baby Miss(14), Second Chick(15), Little Bird(16), Elephant(17), Wiseman(20), Turtledove(21), Little Girl(30)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11180">Diane Alailima</a>:</b> Brother Hare(5), Little Fir Tree(16), Jack-in-the-box(17), Little Boy(23), Second Fish(29), Trees(33), Lord Jizu(34), Buffalo(35)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a>:</b> Wolf(6), Woolly Dog(17), New Year(19), Wise Owl(21), Dog(23), Second Monkey(29), Fox(33)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9291">SuperCoconut</a>:</b> Third Mouse(9)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>:</b> Tiger(17), Cuckoo(23), Third Monkey(29), Thrush(33)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10245">Abby</a>:</b> Mary(22), First Child(33)<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1472">Sarah Jennings</a>:</b> Second Child(33)<br>\n<br>\n<b>Narrated by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8368">A LibriVox Volunteer</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a></p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/little-dramas-for-primary-grades-by-ada-m-skinner/ |
37 short short plays young children david o p b readers b br b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a b camel 1 big black dog 2 first child 4 camel 5 grandma 6 red fox 11 child 12 first pig 13 mrs dove 14 third chick 15 littlest fir tree 16 french doll 17 mary 19 camel 20 sparrow 21 mrs sparrow 22 sheep 23 little tree 24 columbine 25 rose 26 lobster 28 jellyfish 29 flowers 33 sanja 34 tree 35 camel 36 br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b lion 1 odd man 2 lion 5 fisherman 8 hans 11 fifth pig 13 mr jay 14 first chick 15 santa claus 16 tin soldier 17 old year 19 man 20 thrush 21 mr sparrow 22 cow 23 woodcutter 24 spring 25 fir tree 26 hunter 27 tom 28 turtle 29 gluck 31 black bear 33 third lord jizu 34 brahman 35 elephant 36 br b a href https librivox org reader 11371 sashelliott a b jackal 1 elephant 5 fourth pig 13 second mouse 17 tiger 20 blackbird 21 second child 22 yellow breast 23 mountain 26 tiger 27 first fish 29 third child 33 road 35 br b a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a b elephant 1 second child 4 sheep 5 second pib 13 child 14 big fir tree 16 first mouse 17 fern 22 hen 23 elm 26 little fish 29 robin 33 second lord jizu 34 tiger 35 br b a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a b mother deer 1 owl 3 old mouse 9 mother hen 15 mrs santa claus 17 bird 26 queen osa 29 spring 33 jackal 35 fox 36 br b a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a b bunny rabbit 1 bird 7 fox 10 gretchen 11 lady moon 12 magpie 21 violet 22 boastful bamboo 24 sparrow 32 lion 36 br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b true 2 fourth mouse 9 little calf 30 little old gentleman 31 ogre 34 br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b grasshopper 3 lizard 6 crow 10 sixth pig 13 lion 17 pussy 19 crocus 22 crow 23 boy 24 pantaloon 25 fox 27 third fish 29 child 32 rabbit 33 tiger 36 traveler 37 br b a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a b timid hare 5 mabel 6 maiden 7 second mouse 9 third pig 13 starling 21 pussy willow 22 bobolink 23 girl 24 daisy 26 first monkey 29 squirrel 33 child 37 br b a href https librivox org reader 8368 a librivox volunteer a b deer 5 little fish 8 child 13 baby miss 14 second chick 15 little bird 16 elephant 17 wiseman 20 turtledove 21 little girl 30 br b a href https librivox org reader 11180 diane alailima a b brother hare 5 little fir tree 16 jack in the box 17 little boy 23 second fish 29 trees 33 lord jizu 34 buffalo 35 br b a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a b wolf 6 woolly dog 17 new year 19 wise owl 21 dog 23 second monkey 29 fox 33 br b a href https librivox org reader 9291 supercoconut a b third mouse 9 br b a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a b tiger 17 cuckoo 23 third monkey 29 thrush 33 br b a href https librivox org reader 10245 abby a b mary 22 first child 33 br b a href https librivox org reader 1472 sarah jennings a b second child 33 br br b narrated by b a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a a href https librivox org reader 8368 a librivox volunteer a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a p |
| 10893 |
10839 |
11494 |
Why do we need a public library? |
Various |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, *Non-fiction |
Internet Archive, which hosts our audio books, is in the midst of their annual fund-raising. They have also begun a drive to provide a mirror site in Canada to ensure IA's availability to all users. The IA is a vast library with millions of public domain books, audio, film, radio, and other media. They also maintain an open library of copyrighted books one can 'check out' by becoming a member with a virtual library card. This collection is devoted to the concept of why we need a public library, the title taken from an essay by Chalmers Hadley, which will be the first entry in this audio book. The rest of the collection is pulled from Project Gutenberg's Library selections. Some are solo essays, most are chapters from selected books on library science and culture. I'm also open to including up to 5 chapters or short works from the list of banned books on PG's site to emphasize the need for a public library. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/why-do-we-need-a-public-library-by-various/ |
internet archive hosts audio books midst annual fund raising also begun drive provide mirror site canada ensure ia s availability users ia vast library millions public domain books audio film radio media also maintain open library copyrighted books one check out becoming member virtual library card collection devoted concept need public library title taken essay chalmers hadley first entry audio book rest collection pulled project gutenberg s library selections solo essays chapters selected books library science culture i m also open including 5 chapters short works list banned books pg s site emphasize need public library summary matt pierard |
| 10894 |
10840 |
11495 |
Purple Land |
William Henry Hudson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
In W.H. Hudson’s first novel, an Englishman wandering on horseback across the pampas finds adventure and romance in Uruguay. The full title became: “The Purple Land: Being the Narrative of One Richard Lamb's Adventures in The Banda Oriental, in South America, as Told By Himself”. In the preface to "The Sun Also Rises", President Teddy Roosevelt said that everyone should read "The Purple Land."- Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-purple-land-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
w h hudson s first novel englishman wandering horseback across pampas finds adventure romance uruguay full title became the purple land narrative one richard lamb s adventures banda oriental south america told himself preface the sun also rises president teddy roosevelt said everyone read the purple land summary a gramour |
| 10895 |
10847 |
11502 |
Three Weeks |
Elinor Glyn |
Romance |
Three weeks was Elinor Glyn's most popular and most scandalous book, published in 1907, and made into an even more scandalous movie in 1914. The book follows Paul Verdayne, who thinks himself passionately in love with the parson's daughter. His aristocratic parents, wishing to protect their son from a disadvantageous marriage, send their son abroad on a tour to Europe, little knowing that much greater dangers lurk in the distance. Paul meets an older Lady in Switzerland, and falls violently in love with her. What follows is the engaging story of love, jealousy, and murder. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/three-weeks-by-elinor-glyn/ |
three weeks elinor glyn s popular scandalous book published 1907 made even scandalous movie 1914 book follows paul verdayne thinks passionately love parson s daughter aristocratic parents wishing protect son disadvantageous marriage send son abroad tour europe little knowing much greater dangers lurk distance paul meets older lady switzerland falls violently love her follows engaging story love jealousy murder summary carolin |
| 10896 |
10841 |
11496 |
Song of the Olden Time |
Thomas Moore |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
From a relatively early age Moore showed an interest in music and other performing arts. He sometimes appeared in musical plays with his friends, such as The Poor Soldier by John O'Keeffe (music by William Shield), and at one point had ambitions to become an actor. Moore attended several Dublin schools including Samuel Whyte's English Grammar School in Grafton Street where he learned the English accent with which he spoke for the rest of his life. In 1795 he graduated from Trinity College, which had recently allowed entry to Catholic students, in an effort to fulfill his mother's dream of him becoming a lawyer. Moore was initially a good student, but he later put less effort into his studies. His time at Trinity came amidst the ongoing turmoil following the French Revolution, and a number of his fellow students such as Robert Emmet were supporters of the United Irishmen movement, although Moore himself never was a member. (from A BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH BY WILLIAM M. ROSSETTI - the introduction to THE COMPLETE POEMS OF SIR THOMAS MOORE) |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-the-olden-time-by-thomas-moore/ |
relatively early age moore showed interest music performing arts sometimes appeared musical plays friends poor soldier john o keeffe music william shield one point ambitions become actor moore attended several dublin schools including samuel whyte s english grammar school grafton street learned english accent spoke rest life 1795 graduated trinity college recently allowed entry catholic students effort fulfill mother s dream becoming lawyer moore initially good student later put less effort studies time trinity came amidst ongoing turmoil following french revolution number fellow students robert emmet supporters united irishmen movement although moore never member from biographical sketch william m rossetti introduction complete poems sir thomas moore |
| 10897 |
10842 |
11497 |
Betty Baird |
Anna Hamlin Weikel |
Published 1900 onward |
This is the first book in the Betty Baird Series of boarding school books, a genre which was popular among young girls in the early 1900s. Our heroine, Betty Baird, who is herself obsessed with reading boarding school books, is sent away to The Pines, a boarding school where at first she is ridiculed by some of the wealthier and more popular students. As time goes on, Betty silences her foes with her unique and captivating personality, and she and her new friends have many lighthearted adventures during their days at The Pines. Anna Hamlin Wikel (pen name Weikel) was herself raised by a learned clergyman, Benjamin Baird Hamlin, upon whom the character of Betty Baird's father is based. The reader is the great grand niece of the author. (Holly Jenson) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/betty-baird-by-anna-hamlin-weikel/ |
first book betty baird series boarding school books genre popular among young girls early 1900s heroine betty baird obsessed reading boarding school books sent away pines boarding school first ridiculed wealthier popular students time goes on betty silences foes unique captivating personality new friends many lighthearted adventures days pines anna hamlin wikel pen name weikel raised learned clergyman benjamin baird hamlin upon character betty baird s father based reader great grand niece author holly jenson |
| 10898 |
10843 |
11498 |
Afternoon |
Emile Verhaeren |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Belgian poet Émile Verhaeren, skillfully rendered into English verse by Charles Murphy. Although the English translation was published during World War I, the French original was published in 1905, and the topic of the poems is Verhaeren's love for his wife Marthe. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/afternoon-by-emile-verhaeren/ |
volume poetry belgian poet émile verhaeren skillfully rendered english verse charles murphy although english translation published world war i french original published 1905 topic poems verhaeren s love wife marthe summary carolin |
| 10899 |
10844 |
11499 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VII, No 3, March 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vii-no3-march-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10900 |
10845 |
11500 |
Introduction to the Devout Life |
Saint Francis de Sales |
Christianity - Other |
First published in the early 17th century, it has proven its value as a daily spiritual guide and helpful reference for living an authentic Christian life. Written specifically for laymen, it began as letters from Saint Francis to a married woman who was seeking holiness amidst the distractions of her life of wealth and status. It contains treasures of wisdom for every reader, from eager beginner to lifelong Christian. Summary by Wikipedia and Phil Chenevert. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/introduction-to-the-devout-life-by-saint-francis-de-sales/ |
first published early 17th century proven value daily spiritual guide helpful reference living authentic christian life written specifically laymen began letters saint francis married woman seeking holiness amidst distractions life wealth status contains treasures wisdom every reader eager beginner lifelong christian summary wikipedia phil chenevert |
| 10901 |
10846 |
11501 |
Strange Adventures of Eric Blackburn |
Harry Collingwood |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Eric Blackburn's strange adventures begin when the ship on which he is engaged as fourth officer is struck by an enormous meteorite and sinks within minutes, and Blackburn is the sole survivor out of the 535 people on board that ship. Through extraordinary luck he reaches an overturned lifeboat into which he saves himself, and from which he is rescued by the <i>Yorkshire Lass</i>. The <i>Yorkshire Lass</i>, however, brings with it a new adventure, as it is on a quest for hidden treasure on a mysterious tropical island and is going to catapult Eric into unprecedented adventures. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-adventures-of-eric-blackburn-by-harry-collingwood/ |
eric blackburn s strange adventures begin ship engaged fourth officer struck enormous meteorite sinks within minutes blackburn sole survivor 535 people board ship extraordinary luck reaches overturned lifeboat saves himself rescued i yorkshire lass i i yorkshire lass i however brings new adventure quest hidden treasure mysterious tropical island going catapult eric unprecedented adventures summary carolin |
| 10902 |
11341 |
12010 |
Revenge! |
Robert Barr |
Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A collection of 20 short stories of the crime, detective, and thriller variety, sharing a common theme of .... you guessed it, revenge, and often with surprise conclusions. Elements of the style of Alfred Hitchcock may be found among many of the tales. Turn down the lights, let the imagination wander as it will, and perpare to expect the unexpected. (Roger Melin) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/revenge-by-robert-barr/ |
collection 20 short stories crime detective thriller variety sharing common theme guessed it revenge often surprise conclusions elements style alfred hitchcock may found among many tales turn lights let imagination wander will perpare expect unexpected roger melin |
| 10903 |
10848 |
11503 |
Man-Wolf |
Alexandre Chatrian |
Gothic Fiction |
"The Man-Wolf" is a 38,000 word novella that appears in the English language collection of short stories entitled, The Man-Wolf and Other Tales. The other tales in that collection were not recorded for this project. The Man-Wolf is a gothic tale of lycanthropy authored by the French writing duo of Emile Erckmann and Alexandre Chatrian. Obviously this is an early version of the popular werewolf narrative, but it certainly is not the first. In fact, the lycanthropy mythology go back at least as far as the first century A. D. Listen and compare what you know of the modern-day werewolf story with what Erckmann and Chatrian imagined. - Summary by James K. White |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-wolf-by-emile-erckmann/ |
the man wolf 38 000 word novella appears english language collection short stories entitled man wolf tales tales collection recorded project man wolf gothic tale lycanthropy authored french writing duo emile erckmann alexandre chatrian obviously early version popular werewolf narrative certainly first fact lycanthropy mythology go back least far first century a d listen compare know modern day werewolf story erckmann chatrian imagined summary james k white |
| 10904 |
10849 |
11504 |
Short Poetry Collection 194 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 51 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for July 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-194-by-various/ |
collection 51 poems read english librivox volunteers july 2019 |
| 10905 |
10850 |
11505 |
Intelligence of School Children |
Lewis Terman |
Education, Psychology |
This book has been written for the rank and file of teachers, school supervisors, and normal-school students. Its purpose is to illustrate the large individual differences in original endowment which exist among school children and to show the practical bearing of these differences upon the everyday problems - Summary by Leon Harvey</p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-intelligence-of-school-children-by-lewis-terman/ |
book written rank file teachers school supervisors normal school students purpose illustrate large individual differences original endowment exist among school children show practical bearing differences upon everyday problems summary leon harvey p |
| 10906 |
10851 |
11506 |
leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn - deel 1 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Na de beschrijving van de ideale Nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw (Maurits Lijnslager) en de ideale Nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw (Hillegonda Buisman) nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte Nederlander uit de 18de eeuw. In dit eerste deel verliest Johannes na escapades in een bordeel zijn geliefde Antje Wijnstok en moet hij naar Suriname 'vluchten'. (Marcel Coenders) <BR><BR>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 2</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 3</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 4</a><BR><BR> |
Dutch |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
na de beschrijving van de ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw maurits lijnslager en de ideale nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw hillegonda buisman nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte nederlander uit de 18de eeuw dit eerste deel verliest johannes na escapades een bordeel zijn geliefde antje wijnstok en moet hij naar suriname vluchten marcel coenders br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 2 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 2 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 3 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 3 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 4 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 4 a br br |
| 10907 |
10852 |
11507 |
Position of Peggy Harper |
Leonard Merrick |
Published 1900 onward |
Novel set in the shabby world of British (third-rate) theaters circa 1900. Christopher Tatham tries to survive by going from bit part to bit part, and by his uncle's charity, while hoping for a leading-man role. He meets Peggy Harper, who is in a similar situation. We follow them in their attempts to carve out a life for themselves and to attain fame and success. Leonard Merrick had worked as actor and actor-manager in the theater himself, and used his experiences in this novel (Summary by Anna Simon). |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-position-of-peggy-harper-by-leonard-merrick/ |
novel set shabby world british third rate theaters circa 1900 christopher tatham tries survive going bit part bit part uncle s charity hoping leading man role meets peggy harper similar situation follow attempts carve life attain fame success leonard merrick worked actor actor manager theater himself used experiences novel summary anna simon |
| 10908 |
10853 |
11508 |
Metropolis |
Upton Sinclair |
Historical Fiction |
In this 1907 novel about the extravagant life of New York City’s high society, the author of The Jungle, presents a portrait of the wealthy elite.\n\nAllan Montague, a lawyer of thirty, moves to New York City from Mississippi, along with his mother and cousin Alice, to join his younger brother Oliver, who had moved to the city few years before. Allan discover that Oliver has become a member of a fast-paced social circuit comprising some of the most powerful members of the business class. Oliver introduces Allan to this exclusive group hoping that it will help Allan’s business.\n\nSinclair describes the party life of the very rich, who spend vast sums of money on entertainment and new toys. Expensive cars, private trains, dinners attended by liveried servants, clothing costing thousands of dollars are described with attention to the enormous cost of it all. The author describing the alcoholism, marital affairs, malicious gossip, backstabbing, and shallow values of the wealthy of this Society. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-metropolis-by-upton-sinclair/ |
1907 novel extravagant life new york city s high society author jungle presents portrait wealthy elite allan montague lawyer thirty moves new york city mississippi along mother cousin alice join younger brother oliver moved city years before allan discover oliver become member fast paced social circuit comprising powerful members business class oliver introduces allan exclusive group hoping help allan s business sinclair describes party life rich spend vast sums money entertainment new toys expensive cars private trains dinners attended liveried servants clothing costing thousands dollars described attention enormous cost all author describing alcoholism marital affairs malicious gossip backstabbing shallow values wealthy society summary richard kilmer |
| 10909 |
10883 |
11539 |
Million-Dollar Suitcase |
Alice MacGowan |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Private detective Jerry Boyne is hot on the heels of a bank teller who has just embezzled nearly a million dollars in a suitcase. Cornered in his seventh-story apartment, the thief seems to vanish into thin air. Boyne continues the chase, aided by Barbara Wallace, a young women with observational and deductive powers that put Sherlock Holmes to shame. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-million-dollar-suitcase-by-alice-macgowan/ |
private detective jerry boyne hot heels bank teller embezzled nearly million dollars suitcase cornered seventh story apartment thief seems vanish thin air boyne continues chase aided barbara wallace young women observational deductive powers put sherlock holmes shame summary mark nelson |
| 10910 |
10854 |
11509 |
My Monks of Vagabondia |
Andress Small Floyd |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Before welfare or rehab, what happened to those unfortunates who lost their way, fell through the cracks, were cast off by society? Men such as Andress Floyd and his wife Lillian stepped up. In 1908, the philanthropists converted a mansion in New Jersey into a refuge for homeless men and during the more than 30 years of its operation, more than 100,000 men stayed there until they were able to get back on their feet. In this volume, Floyd has collected 13 diverse true tales of what brought some of the residents to seek succor and enlightenment at the Self-Mastery Colony. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/my-monks-of-vagabondia-by-andress-small-floyd/ |
welfare rehab happened unfortunates lost way fell cracks cast society men andress floyd wife lillian stepped up 1908 philanthropists converted mansion new jersey refuge homeless men 30 years operation 100 000 men stayed able get back feet volume floyd collected 13 diverse true tales brought residents seek succor enlightenment self mastery colony summary lynne thompson |
| 10911 |
10855 |
11510 |
Sonnets of a Budding Bard |
Nixon Waterman |
Poetry |
This is a volume of 25 sonnets by American poet Nixon Waterman. The sonnets are written from the perspective of a school boy, and are very humorous, supported by some excellent illustrations by John A. Williams. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-of-a-budding-bard-by-nixon-waterman/ |
volume 25 sonnets american poet nixon waterman sonnets written perspective school boy humorous supported excellent illustrations john a williams summary carolin |
| 10912 |
10856 |
11511 |
Gentle Art of Faking |
Riccardo Nobili |
Art, Design & Architecture |
IIn analysing the Faker one must dissociate him from the common forger; his semi-artistic vocation places him quite apart from the ordinary counterfeiter; he must be studied amid his proper surroundings, and with the correct local colouring, so to speak, and his critic may perchance find some slight modicum of excuse for him. Beside him stand the Imitator, from whom the faker often originates, the tempter who turns the clever imitator into a faker, and the middleman who lures on the unwary collector with plausible tales.\n\nIt is not the object of this volume to study the Faker by himself, but to trace his career through the ages in his appropriate surroundings, and compare the methods adopted by him at various periods of history, so far as they may be obtained. (from the Preface) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-gentle-art-of-faking-by-riccardo-nobili/ |
iin analysing faker one must dissociate common forger semi artistic vocation places quite apart ordinary counterfeiter must studied amid proper surroundings correct local colouring speak critic may perchance find slight modicum excuse him beside stand imitator faker often originates tempter turns clever imitator faker middleman lures unwary collector plausible tales object volume study faker himself trace career ages appropriate surroundings compare methods adopted various periods history far may obtained from preface |
| 10913 |
10857 |
11512 |
Canyon de Chelly; The Story of its Ruins and People |
Zorro A. Bradley |
*Non-fiction, History |
A 1973 U.S. government publication describing the history and physical characteristics of this Arizona national monument within the boundaries of the Navajo Nation. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1973 |
https://librivox.org/canyon-de-chelly-the-story-of-its-ruins-and-people-by-zorro-a-bradley/ |
1973 u s government publication describing history physical characteristics arizona national monument within boundaries navajo nation summary david wales |
| 10914 |
10858 |
11513 |
Christmas Fancies |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. Her world view is expressed in the title of her poem "Whatever Is—Is Best", suggesting an echo of Alexander Pope's "Whatever is, is right."</br></br>\n\nNone of Wilcox's works were included by F. O. Matthiessen in The Oxford Book of American Verse, but Hazel Felleman chose no fewer than fourteen of her poems for Best Loved Poems of the American People, while Martin Gardner selected "The Way Of The World" and "The Winds of Fate" for Best Remembered Poems. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-fancies-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
popular poet rather literary poet poems expresses sentiments cheer optimism plainly written rhyming verse world view expressed title poem whatever is is best suggesting echo alexander pope s whatever is right br br none wilcox s works included f o matthiessen oxford book american verse hazel felleman chose fewer fourteen poems best loved poems american people martin gardner selected the way world the winds fate best remembered poems wikipedia |
| 10915 |
10859 |
11514 |
Dolls |
William Butler Yeats |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Butler Yeats was an Irish poet and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. A pillar of both the Irish and British literary establishments, his earliest volume of verse was published in 1889, and its slow-paced and lyrical poems display Yeats's debts to Edmund Spenser, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and the poets of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. From 1900, Yeats's poetry grew more physical and realistic. In 1923, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. (Wikipedia ) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-dolls-by-william-butler-yeats/ |
william butler yeats irish poet one foremost figures 20th century literature pillar irish british literary establishments earliest volume verse published 1889 slow paced lyrical poems display yeats s debts edmund spenser percy bysshe shelley poets pre raphaelite brotherhood 1900 yeats s poetry grew physical realistic 1923 awarded nobel prize literature wikipedia |
| 10916 |
10860 |
11515 |
Tales from the Works of G.A.Henty |
G. A. Henty |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
George Alfred Henty was an English newspaper correspondent who became a prolific author of, predominantly, adventure stories for boys. Most were based on true historical events. In this volume, published posthumously, we are presented with thirteen signature stories taken from within his novels. We are taken to India, to Canada, aboard a plague ship and back to Hannibal's army. We confront the Chinese, the Black Death and numerous brushes with death in these gripping tales, which give us a taste of Henty's storytelling mastery. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tales-from-the-works-of-gahenty-by-g-a-henty/ |
george alfred henty english newspaper correspondent became prolific author of predominantly adventure stories boys based true historical events volume published posthumously presented thirteen signature stories taken within novels taken india canada aboard plague ship back hannibal s army confront chinese black death numerous brushes death gripping tales give us taste henty s storytelling mastery summary lynne thompson |
| 10917 |
11342 |
12011 |
Shapes and Shadows |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Madison Julius Cawein. This collection contains many examples of Cawein's own particular style of dreamy poetry, strongly characterised by references to mythology and romance. At the same time, there is no shortage of references to his native Kentucky. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/shapes-and-shadows-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume poetry madison julius cawein collection contains many examples cawein s particular style dreamy poetry strongly characterised references mythology romance time shortage references native kentucky summary carolin |
| 10918 |
10861 |
11516 |
Obscure Night of The Soul |
Saint John of the Cross |
Christianity - Other |
The Obscure Night of the Soul, better know today as The Dark Night of the Soul, is the distilled teaching of St John of the Cross, who reintroduced and revolutionized Christian Contemplation in the 16th Century. The text remains in print until this day, and has been an inspiration to seekers for centuries. St John's method is known as the Via Negativa, defined in Wikipedia as "a type of theological thinking that attempts to describe God, the Divine Good, by negation, to speak only in terms of what may not be said about the perfect goodness that is God...In brief, negative theology is an attempt to clarify religious experience and language about the Divine through discernment, gaining knowledge of what God is not (apophasis), rather than by describing what God is. The apophatic tradition is often, though not always, allied with the approach of mysticism, which focuses on a spontaneous or cultivated individual experience of the divine reality beyond the realm of ordinary perception, an experience often unmediated by the structures of traditional organized religion or by the conditioned role-playing and learned defensive behavior of the outer man." - Summary by Ed Humpal and Wikipedia |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-obscure-night-of-the-soul-by-saint-john-of-the-cross/ |
obscure night soul better know today dark night soul distilled teaching st john cross reintroduced revolutionized christian contemplation 16th century text remains print day inspiration seekers centuries st john s method known via negativa defined wikipedia a type theological thinking attempts describe god divine good negation speak terms may said perfect goodness god in brief negative theology attempt clarify religious experience language divine discernment gaining knowledge god apophasis rather describing god is apophatic tradition often though always allied approach mysticism focuses spontaneous cultivated individual experience divine reality beyond realm ordinary perception experience often unmediated structures traditional organized religion conditioned role playing learned defensive behavior outer man summary ed humpal wikipedia |
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10862 |
11517 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 03: Lucas |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El evangelio según Lucas ha sido llamado "el libro más hermoso que se haya escrito”. Lucas comienza diciéndonos acerca de los padres de Jesús, el nacimiento de su primo Juan el Bautista; El viaje de María y José a Belén, donde Jesús nace en un pesebre, y la genealogía de Cristo a través de María. El ministerio público de Jesús revela Su perfecta compasión y perdón a través de las historias del hijo pródigo, el hombre rico y Lázaro, y el buen samaritano. Mientras muchos creen en este amor sin prejuicios que sorprende todos los límites humanos, muchos otros lo desafían y se oponen a Jesús. Los seguidores de Cristo son alentados a contar el costo del discipulado, mientras que Sus enemigos buscan Su muerte en la cruz. Finalmente Jesús es traicionado, juzgado, condenado y crucificado. ¡Pero la tumba no puede retenerlo! Su Resurrección asegura la continuación de Su ministerio de buscar y salvar a los perdidos. Después de aparecerse en varias ocasiones a Sus discípulos, Su Espíritu Santo es prometido, y Jesús asciende al Padre.<br /><br />The Gospel according to Luke has been called "the most beautiful book ever written." Luke begins by telling us about the parents of Jesus, the birth of his cousin John the Baptist, the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, where Jesus is born in a manger, and the genealogy of Christ through Mary.The public ministry of Jesus reveals His perfect compassion and forgiveness through the stories of the prodigal son, the rich man and Lazarus, and the good Samaritan.While many believe in this love without prejudice that surprises all human limits, many others defy and oppose Jesus. Christ's followers are encouraged to count the cost of discipleship while His enemies seek His death on the cross. Finally Jesus is betrayed, judged, condemned, and crucified. But the grave can not hold Him! His Resurrection ensures the continuation of His ministry to seek and save the lost. After appearing several times to His disciples, His Holy Spirit is promised, and Jesus ascends to the Father. - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-03-lucas-by-reina-valera/ |
el evangelio según lucas ha sido llamado el libro más hermoso que se haya escrito lucas comienza diciéndonos acerca de los padres de jesús el nacimiento de su primo juan el bautista el viaje de maría josé belén donde jesús nace en un pesebre la genealogía de cristo través de maría el ministerio público de jesús revela su perfecta compasión perdón través de las historias del hijo pródigo el hombre rico lázaro el buen samaritano mientras muchos creen en este amor sin prejuicios que sorprende todos los límites humanos muchos otros lo desafían se oponen jesús los seguidores de cristo son alentados contar el costo del discipulado mientras que sus enemigos buscan su muerte en la cruz finalmente jesús es traicionado juzgado condenado crucificado pero la tumba puede retenerlo su resurrección asegura la continuación de su ministerio de buscar salvar los perdidos después de aparecerse en varias ocasiones sus discípulos su espíritu santo es prometido jesús asciende al padre br br the gospel according luke called the beautiful book ever written luke begins telling us parents jesus birth cousin john baptist journey mary joseph bethlehem jesus born manger genealogy christ mary the public ministry jesus reveals perfect compassion forgiveness stories prodigal son rich man lazarus good samaritan while many believe love without prejudice surprises human limits many others defy oppose jesus christ s followers encouraged count cost discipleship enemies seek death cross finally jesus betrayed judged condemned crucified grave hold him resurrection ensures continuation ministry seek save lost appearing several times disciples holy spirit promised jesus ascends father summary claudia barrett |
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10863 |
11518 |
Princess Pourquoi |
Margaret P. Sherwood |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Satire |
Once upon a time, a princess was born, and a fairy cursed her with a mind: "She is a woman-child, and yet she shall think. She shall be alien to her own sex, and undesired by the other. She shall ask and it will not be given her. She shall achieve and it shall count her for naught. Men shall point the finger at her like this...and shall whisper, 'There goes the woman with brains, poor thing!" This and four other joyful feminist fairy tales make up The Princess Pourquoi. - Summary by wildemoose |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-pourquoi-by-margaret-p-sherwood/ |
upon time princess born fairy cursed mind she woman child yet shall think shall alien sex undesired other shall ask given her shall achieve shall count naught men shall point finger like this and shall whisper there goes woman brains poor thing four joyful feminist fairy tales make princess pourquoi summary wildemoose |
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10864 |
11519 |
Cathedral Singer |
James Lane Allen |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
New York City in the early 20th century, a boy with an angelic voice, his devoted mother, the great Episcopal Cathedral of Saint John The Divine. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-cathedral-singer-by-james-lane-allen/ |
new york city early 20th century boy angelic voice devoted mother great episcopal cathedral saint john divine summary david wales |
| 10922 |
10865 |
11521 |
Compilation de poèmes - 008 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-008-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox |
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10866 |
11522 |
Way to Will-Power |
Henry Hazlitt |
|
"The Way to Will-Power" is far from a standard self-help book. With ample wit and an occasionally sardonic tone, American journalist and free-market advocate Henry Hazlitt debunks popular concepts about the will, incorporates classical conceptions about human nature into a coherent whole, and imparts to readers everyday wisdom on how to best live life. - Summary by Loren Eaton |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-to-will-power-by-henry-hazlitt/ |
the way will power far standard self help book ample wit occasionally sardonic tone american journalist free market advocate henry hazlitt debunks popular concepts will incorporates classical conceptions human nature coherent whole imparts readers everyday wisdom best live life summary loren eaton |
| 10924 |
10867 |
11523 |
On the Sublime |
Unknown |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
This is a classical text on aesthetics and proper style in writing and rhetoric, including commentary on various ancient Greek works such as those of Plato, Homer, and Demosthenes. Authorship of this treatise is disputed/unknown, but the text is traditionally attributed to Longinus or Pseudo-Longinus. Introduction by Andrew Lang. (summary by Amelia Chesley, adapted from Wikipedia) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-sublime-by-andrew-lang/ |
classical text aesthetics proper style writing rhetoric including commentary various ancient greek works plato homer demosthenes authorship treatise disputed unknown text traditionally attributed longinus pseudo longinus introduction andrew lang summary amelia chesley adapted wikipedia |
| 10925 |
10868 |
11524 |
Christmas Conversion |
Jean McKishnie Blewett |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Jean McKishnie Blewett was a Canadian journalist, author and poet.</br></br>\n\nBlewett was a regular contributor to The Globe, a Toronto newspaper and in 1898 became editor of its Homemakers Department. In 1919, assisted by the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, she published a booklet titled Heart Stories to benefit war charities. During this time she regularly lectured on topics such as temperance and suffragism. She used the pseudonym Katherine Kent for some of her writing. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-conversion-by-jean-mckishnie-blewett/ |
jean mckishnie blewett canadian journalist author poet br br blewett regular contributor globe toronto newspaper 1898 became editor homemakers department 1919 assisted imperial order daughters empire published booklet titled heart stories benefit war charities time regularly lectured topics temperance suffragism used pseudonym katherine kent writing summary wikipedia |
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11350 |
12021 |
Life of Charles Dickens |
Sir Frank T. Marzials |
Biography & Autobiography |
Early biography of Charles Dickens published just 17 years after Dickens' death. Summary by Colleen McMahon |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-charles-dickens-by-sir-frank-t-marzials/ |
early biography charles dickens published 17 years dickens death summary colleen mcmahon |
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10869 |
11525 |
Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones |
John Mastin |
Chemistry, Earth Sciences |
This is a good basic introduction to gemstones and their analysis. Admittedly a lot of the scientific tests have been superseded, but the basic properties never change. The first part of the book concentrates on physical properties of most common gems, then outlines the cutting process and ends with several chapters on each of the gemstone families. A useful little book if you are interested in gems. - Summary by Kevin Green</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-chemistry-properties-and-tests-of-precious-stones-by-john-mastin/ |
good basic introduction gemstones analysis admittedly lot scientific tests superseded basic properties never change first part book concentrates physical properties common gems outlines cutting process ends several chapters gemstone families useful little book interested gems summary kevin green p |
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10870 |
11526 |
Miss Santa Claus of the Pullman |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
We all know that Santa Claus has a large family in which to help him in the delivery of presents, peace, and good cheer. So what would you do if you were Miss Santa Claus and met two children on Christmas Eve traveling to a strange town to be reunited with their father and new stepmother? Why, naturally you would tell them the story of Princess Ina and a powerful charm they could use to turn their feared stepmother into a real mother. Follow the children as they learn to pick starflowers of obedience and kindness to make a mantle of love and become a real family. (Summary by Linette Geisel) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/miss-santa-claus-of-the-pullman-by-af-johnston-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
know santa claus large family help delivery presents peace good cheer would miss santa claus met two children christmas eve traveling strange town reunited father new stepmother why naturally would tell story princess ina powerful charm could use turn feared stepmother real mother follow children learn pick starflowers obedience kindness make mantle love become real family summary linette geisel |
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10871 |
11527 |
White Cowl |
James Lane Allen |
Christian Fiction |
A Trappist monastery in nineteenth century Kentucky. A young monk. A young woman in distress. Whither? One might want to compare this story (1888) with a later story (1890) with a similar theme, more fully developed, by the same author. ( david wales) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-cowl-by-james-lane-allen/ |
trappist monastery nineteenth century kentucky young monk young woman distress whither one might want compare story 1888 later story 1890 similar theme fully developed author david wales |
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10872 |
11528 |
Enterprise of the ''Mayflower'' |
Amice MacDonell |
Plays, Historical |
"Welcome to all! We show the story of how, nearly three hundred years ago, when this country was not so happy as it is now, some people driven by persecution out of England went on a long and dangerous voyage in a ship called the <i>Mayflower,</i> and made for themselves a home across the Atlantic Ocean." (From the Prologue)<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nStage Directions read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Master William Brewster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11725">SpiderScientist</a><br>Master William Bradford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Master John Carver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11279">aravagarwal</a><br>Master John Alden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8023">JamesMcAndrew</a><br>Master John Robinson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11730">Alex Kohn</a><br>Master Robert Cushman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>Master John Billington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11998">Scott Kelley</a><br>Captain Miles Standish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8011">Greg Giordano</a><br>Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Samoset: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mistress Mary Brewster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Mistress Priscilla Mullins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>Mistress Ellen Billington: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br>Additional Singing by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10526">George Allen</a><br>\n<br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-enterprise-of-the-mayflower-by-amice-macdonell/ |
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10873 |
11529 |
Trembling of a Leaf |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Literary Fiction |
A collection of short stories on the South Sea Islands, among which are the famous "Red," "Rain," and "The Fall of Edward Barnard," the last of which contains the basic story of what came to be one of the most well-known among W. Somerset Maugham's novels, The Razor's Edge. - Summary by Lilith Branda |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-trembling-of-a-leaf-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
collection short stories south sea islands among famous red rain the fall edward barnard last contains basic story came one well known among w somerset maugham s novels razor s edge summary lilith branda |
| 10932 |
10874 |
11530 |
Sister Dolorosa |
James Lane Allen |
Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
A Carmelite convent in Kentucky in the nineteenth century. A beautiful immature nun. A handsome immature visitor. A chance meeting. Whither? One might want to compare this story (1890) with an earlier one with a similar theme by the same author, The White Cowl (1888). ( david wales) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/sister-dolorosa-by-james-lane-allen/ |
carmelite convent kentucky nineteenth century beautiful immature nun handsome immature visitor chance meeting whither one might want compare story 1890 earlier one similar theme author white cowl 1888 david wales |
| 10933 |
10875 |
11531 |
Cuentos de Hadas |
Charles Perrault |
Literary Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Perrault fue un autor francés que puso las bases por escrito de un nuevo género que haría historia, la de los "Cuentos de Hadas". Sus cuentos más famosos fueron incluídos en la publicación "Historias y Cuentos de Antaño" bajo el subtítulo de "Cuentos de Mamá Ganso" que son: "Caperucita Roja", "La Bella Durmiente del Bosque", "El Gato con Botas", "Cenicienta", "Barba Azul", "Pulgarcito", "Las Hadas" y "Riquete el del Copete", \nEn sus cuentos él se ayudaba con imágenes que tenía a su alrededor como bosques, castillos, princesas y marqueses, y también les agregaba cosas traídas del mundo de la fantasía. Hizo muchas adaptaciones de cuentos folklóricos ya existentes. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-hadas-by-charles-perrault/ |
perrault fue un autor francés que puso las bases por escrito de un nuevo género que haría historia la de los cuentos de hadas sus cuentos más famosos fueron incluídos en la publicación historias cuentos de antaño bajo el subtítulo de cuentos de mamá ganso que son caperucita roja la bella durmiente del bosque el gato con botas cenicienta barba azul pulgarcito las hadas riquete el del copete en sus cuentos él se ayudaba con imágenes que tenía su alrededor como bosques castillos princesas marqueses también les agregaba cosas traídas del mundo de la fantasía hizo muchas adaptaciones de cuentos folklóricos ya existentes summary phileas fogg |
| 10934 |
10884 |
11540 |
Biographia Literaria |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Biography & Autobiography |
Nominally an autobiography, Biographia Literaria ranges widely across the realms of philosophy, poetry and memoir, in Coleridge's trademark discursive style, providing a living glimpse of the great talker, the man who could hold his contemporaries in thrall for hours with his dazzling conversation, and who was famously described as the last man "to have read everything". Summary by Nicole Lee. |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/biographia-literaria-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/ |
nominally autobiography biographia literaria ranges widely across realms philosophy poetry memoir coleridge s trademark discursive style providing living glimpse great talker man could hold contemporaries thrall hours dazzling conversation famously described last man to read everything summary nicole lee |
| 10935 |
10876 |
11532 |
Madame de Staël |
Bella Duffy |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, Political Science |
Madame Germaine de Staël (1766-1817) was the daughter of the Swiss banker and statesman, Jacques Necker. Her mother hosted a popular Paris salon where intellectuals gathered, many of whom contributed to the education of the brilliant girl. After his fall from political power in 1781, her still-wealthy father was able to marry Germaine to Baron Erik Magnus Staël von Holstein, but the couple separated in 1797. A successful novelist, Madame de Staël was a fervent defender of J.J. Rousseau and of the ideals of the French Revolution. In 1792 she was forced to flee to England where she continued to socialize with such French luminaries as Charles Maurice de Talleyrand. After the death of Robespierre in 1794, she returned to Paris where she met and came to oppose Napoleon. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/madame-de-stael-by-bella-duffy/ |
madame germaine de staël 1766 1817 daughter swiss banker statesman jacques necker mother hosted popular paris salon intellectuals gathered many contributed education brilliant girl fall political power 1781 still wealthy father able marry germaine baron erik magnus staël von holstein couple separated 1797 successful novelist madame de staël fervent defender j j rousseau ideals french revolution 1792 forced flee england continued socialize french luminaries charles maurice de talleyrand death robespierre 1794 returned paris met came oppose napoleon pamela nagami |
| 10936 |
10877 |
11533 |
Octave of Claudius |
Barry Pain |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
One night, Dr. Gabriel Lamb saves the life of Claudius Sandell. He takes him home and treats him excellently, nursing him back to health. However, Dr. Lamb's motives were really not quite altruistic, and Claudius may have to pay an extraordinary price for this kindness at the hands of the strange doctor and his equally strange wife. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-octave-of-claudius-by-barry-pain/ |
one night dr gabriel lamb saves life claudius sandell takes home treats excellently nursing back health however dr lamb s motives really quite altruistic claudius may pay extraordinary price kindness hands strange doctor equally strange wife summary carolin |
| 10937 |
10878 |
11534 |
Monologues |
Richard Middleton |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a collection of 32 highly diverting essays of English author Richard Middleton. Although Middleton is now best remembered for his ghost stories, he was also an accomplished poet and essayist. The musings collected in this volume cover a variety of topics, including poetry, art, and politics. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/monologues-by-richard-middleton/ |
collection 32 highly diverting essays english author richard middleton although middleton best remembered ghost stories also accomplished poet essayist musings collected volume cover variety topics including poetry art politics summary carolin |
| 10938 |
10879 |
11535 |
Obermann |
Étienne Pivert de Senancour |
Epistolary Fiction |
This is a 1903 translation of Étienne Pivert de Senancour's immensely influential work Obermann. Although it was almost completely ignored by the reading public when it was first published during the period of Napoleonic Wars in 1804, it was rediscovered almost 30 years later by the Romantics, praised by none less than Balzac and George Sand, as well as Franz Liszt and other illustrious persons of that time period. <br></br>Obermann is an epistolary novel in the form of a <i>journal intime</i>, in which the inner life of the main character is the most important element, rather than the physical action. The story spans ten years, in which Obermann describes historical events, the progress of philosophical ideas, and, most strikingly, his emotional development. <br></br>A.E. Waite succeeds to translate this work in a fittingly poetic way, transporting haunting images of loneliness, <i>nausée</i>, and lack of orientation. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/obermann-by-etienne-pivert-de-senancour/ |
1903 translation étienne pivert de senancour s immensely influential work obermann although almost completely ignored reading public first published period napoleonic wars 1804 rediscovered almost 30 years later romantics praised none less balzac george sand well franz liszt illustrious persons time period br br obermann epistolary novel form i journal intime i inner life main character important element rather physical action story spans ten years obermann describes historical events progress philosophical ideas and strikingly emotional development br br a e waite succeeds translate work fittingly poetic way transporting haunting images loneliness i nausée i lack orientation summary carolin |
| 10939 |
10880 |
11536 |
Bible (KJV) 18: Job (version 3) |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Book of Job, memorably conceived of by C G Jung as the story of one man's struggle to make conscious the undifferentiated contents of the unconscious, is in its own terms an intensive study of the age old problem of undeserved suffering at the hands of an all-wise, aii-good, all-powerful God. Seen by some as a prefiguration of the crucifixion and ultimate resurrection of Jesus Christ, it is for all of us the intensely poetic story of a soul in pain, reaching out for its final redemption. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-kjv-18-job-version-3-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
book job memorably conceived c g jung story one man s struggle make conscious undifferentiated contents unconscious terms intensive study age old problem undeserved suffering hands all wise aii good all powerful god seen prefiguration crucifixion ultimate resurrection jesus christ us intensely poetic story soul pain reaching final redemption summary tony addison |
| 10940 |
10881 |
11537 |
Challenge of Waste |
Stuart Chase |
Business & Economics |
"The Challenge of Waste" examines the wasteful nature of the competitive market system, particularly from a Veblenian point of view. He also praises World War I era planning by the Fuel Administration and other government wartime agencies. (Summary by progressingamerica) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-challenge-of-waste-by-stuart-chase/ |
the challenge waste examines wasteful nature competitive market system particularly veblenian point view also praises world war era planning fuel administration government wartime agencies summary progressingamerica |
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10882 |
11538 |
Poetry of South Africa |
Alexander Wilmot |
Anthologies |
Alexander Wilmot was a Cape Town politician and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. He is the author of the History of the Zulu War 1879. Here he collects poetry from various sources in the Cape Colony, Natal, and the Transvaal. Summary by Larry Wilson. |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-poetry-of-south-africa-by-alexander-wilmot/ |
alexander wilmot cape town politician fellow royal geographical society author history zulu war 1879 collects poetry various sources cape colony natal transvaal summary larry wilson |
| 10942 |
10909 |
11565 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 5) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 5 chronicles Lincoln's life from November 1861 through August 1862. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-5-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 5 chronicles lincoln s life november 1861 august 1862 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 10943 |
10885 |
11541 |
Late Good Night |
Robert F. Murray |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Much is written about success and failure in the career of literature, about the reasons which enable one man to reach the front, and another to earn his livelihood, while a third, in appearance as likely as either of them, fails and, perhaps, faints by the way. Mr. R. F. Murray, the author of The Scarlet Gown, was among those who do not attain success, in spite of qualities which seem destined to ensure it, and who fall out of the ranks. To him, indeed, success and the rewards of this world, money, and praise, did by no means seem things to be snatched at. To him success meant earning by his pen the very modest sum which sufficed for his wants, and the leisure necessary for serious essays in poetry. Fate denied him even this, in spite of his charming natural endowment of humour, of tenderness, of delight in good letters, and in nature. He died young; he was one of those whose talent matures slowly, and he died before he came into the full possession of his intellectual kingdom. He had the ambition to excel,αίεν αριστευειν, as the Homeric motto of his University runs, and he was on the way to excellence when his health broke down. He lingered for two years and passed away. (introductory MEMOIR by ANDREW LANG to 'ROBERT F. MURRAY (author of the scarlet gown) HIS POEMS'. )\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-late-good-night-by-robert-f-murray/ |
much written success failure career literature reasons enable one man reach front another earn livelihood third appearance likely either them fails and perhaps faints way mr r f murray author scarlet gown among attain success spite qualities seem destined ensure it fall ranks him indeed success rewards world money praise means seem things snatched at success meant earning pen modest sum sufficed wants leisure necessary serious essays poetry fate denied even this spite charming natural endowment humour tenderness delight good letters nature died young one whose talent matures slowly died came full possession intellectual kingdom ambition excel αίεν αριστευειν homeric motto university runs way excellence health broke down lingered two years passed away introductory memoir andrew lang robert f murray author scarlet gown poems |
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10886 |
11542 |
O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1919 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Fifteen short stories of 1919, winners of a rigorous competition. The extensive Introduction is omitted from this recording. ( david wales) </p> |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/o-henry-memorial-award-prize-stories-of-1919-by-various/ |
fifteen short stories 1919 winners rigorous competition extensive introduction omitted recording david wales p |
| 10945 |
10887 |
11543 |
Royal Book of Oz (version 3) |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Of course, we all knew the Scarecrow was a very fine fellow, but surely we never guessed he ascended from an emperor. Most of us descend from our ancestors, but the Scarecrow really ASCENDED.\n\nThe Scarecrow had a most exciting and adventurous time on the Silver Isle and Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion just ran out of one adventure into another trying to rescue him. They made some charming new friends in their travels—Sir Hokus of Pokes, the Doubtful Dromedary, and the Comfortable Camel. You'll find them very unusual and likable. They have the same peculiar, delightful and informal natures that we love in all the queer Oz people." From the introduction. When Frank Baum died, he left notes for the next book in the Oz series and they were used to write this delightful story. - Summary by Introduction and Phil Chenevert |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-royal-book-of-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson-2/ |
of course knew scarecrow fine fellow surely never guessed ascended emperor us descend ancestors scarecrow really ascended scarecrow exciting adventurous time silver isle dorothy cowardly lion ran one adventure another trying rescue him made charming new friends travels sir hokus pokes doubtful dromedary comfortable camel find unusual likable peculiar delightful informal natures love queer oz people introduction frank baum died left notes next book oz series used write delightful story summary introduction phil chenevert |
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10888 |
11544 |
Bible (DBY) NT 08: 2 Corinthians |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-08-2-corinthians-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand |
| 10947 |
10889 |
11545 |
Black Magic: a Tale of the Rise and Fall of the Antichrist |
Marjorie Bowen |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
Witches, spells, ghosts, pacts with the Devil, occult rituals, love triangles, popes and the Anti-Christ are some of the ingredients of this chilling early horror work (set in the middle-ages) by Marjorie Bowen that some consider to be the ultimate Gothic Novel. With enough suspenseful plot twists and turns to keep most listeners on edge guessing till the very end. (Summary by kadath) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/black-magic-by-marjorie-bowen/ |
witches spells ghosts pacts devil occult rituals love triangles popes anti christ ingredients chilling early horror work set middle ages marjorie bowen consider ultimate gothic novel enough suspenseful plot twists turns keep listeners edge guessing till end summary kadath |
| 10948 |
10890 |
11546 |
Holiday House |
Catherine Sinclair |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Extremely popular when it was published, this book was one of the first to include fairy tales which were not only didactic but also enjoyable and entertaining. But beware! These are not only fairy tales! They have lessons to teach and can be viewed as a historical document telling us very vividly about the time they were written. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/holiday-house-by-catherine-sinclair/ |
extremely popular published book one first include fairy tales didactic also enjoyable entertaining beware fairy tales lessons teach viewed historical document telling us vividly time written summary stav nisser |
| 10949 |
10891 |
11547 |
Musings of a Chinese Mystic: Selections from the Philosophy of Chuang Tzu |
Lionel Giles |
Ancient |
If Lao Tzu then had revolted against the growing artificiality of life in his day, a return to nature must have seemed doubly imperative to his disciple Chuang Tzu, who flourished more than a couple of centuries later, when the bugbear of civilisation had steadily advanced. With chagrin he saw that Lao Tzu's teaching had never obtained any firm hold on the masses, still less on the rulers of China, whereas the star of Confucius was unmistakably in the ascendant. Within his own recollection the propagation of Confucian ethics had received a powerful impetus from Mencius, the second of China's orthodox sages. Now Chuang Tzu was imbued to the core with the principles of pure Taoism, as handed down by Lao Tzu. He might more fitly be dubbed "the Tao-saturated man" than Spinoza "the God-intoxicated." Tao in its various phases pervaded his inmost being and was reflected in all his thought. He was therefore eminently qualified to revive his Master's ringing protest against the materialistic tendencies of the time. - Summary by Lionel Giles |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/musings-of-a-chinese-mystic-by-lionel-giles/ |
lao tzu revolted growing artificiality life day return nature must seemed doubly imperative disciple chuang tzu flourished couple centuries later bugbear civilisation steadily advanced chagrin saw lao tzu s teaching never obtained firm hold masses still less rulers china whereas star confucius unmistakably ascendant within recollection propagation confucian ethics received powerful impetus mencius second china s orthodox sages chuang tzu imbued core principles pure taoism handed lao tzu might fitly dubbed the tao saturated man spinoza the god intoxicated tao various phases pervaded inmost reflected thought therefore eminently qualified revive master s ringing protest materialistic tendencies time summary lionel giles |
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11358 |
12029 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Part 3: Nisida (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
Dumas, with the assistance of several friends, compiled Celebrated Crimes, an eight-volume collection of essays on famous criminals and crimes from European history. . This volume tells the story of the infamous prison on Nisida a small island near Naples. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-part-3-nisida-version-2-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dumas assistance several friends compiled celebrated crimes eight volume collection essays famous criminals crimes european history volume tells story infamous prison nisida small island near naples summary michele eaton |
| 10951 |
10892 |
11548 |
Slave Planet |
Laurence M. Janifer |
Science Fiction |
Fruyling's World\n\n... rich in the metals that kept the Terran Confederation going—one vital link in a galaxy-wide civilization. But the men of Fruyling's World lived on borrowed time, knowing that slavery was outlawed throughout the Confederation—and that only the slave labor of the reptilian natives could produce the precious metals the Confederation needed!\nAs the first hints of the truth about Fruyling's World emerge, the tension becomes unbearable—to be resolved only in the shattering climax of this fast-paced, thought-provoking story. - Summary by Book Intro |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/slave-planet-by-laurence-m-janifer/ |
fruyling s world rich metals kept terran confederation going one vital link galaxy wide civilization men fruyling s world lived borrowed time knowing slavery outlawed throughout confederation and slave labor reptilian natives could produce precious metals confederation needed first hints truth fruyling s world emerge tension becomes unbearable to resolved shattering climax fast paced thought provoking story summary book intro |
| 10952 |
10893 |
11549 |
Misrepresentative Women |
Harry Graham |
Poetry |
After writing two volumes on Misrepresentative Men, in which Harry Graham satirized ancient and contemporary famous men, a volume on the famous ladies was necessary. This volume contains several humorous poems on famous women, as well as some other humorous verses. Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/misrepresentative-women-by-harry-graham/ |
writing two volumes misrepresentative men harry graham satirized ancient contemporary famous men volume famous ladies necessary volume contains several humorous poems famous women well humorous verses summary carolin |
| 10953 |
10894 |
11550 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 066 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Another great collection of short stories in English, selected and read by Librivox readers. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-066-by-various/ |
another great collection short stories english selected read librivox readers |
| 10954 |
10895 |
11551 |
Ontario Readers: Fourth Book |
Various |
Literary Collections |
A fourth grade English textbook published by the Minister of Education for Ontario in 1909. This reader features various pieces of Poetry and Prose by well known authors of the time. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-ontario-readers-fourth-book-by-various/ |
fourth grade english textbook published minister education ontario 1909 reader features various pieces poetry prose well known authors time summary david lawrence |
| 10955 |
10896 |
11552 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Karl-Ludwig Sand (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
This is the fourth volume of Alexandre Dumas' studies of celebrated crimes and their perpetrators. This volume is concerned with the story of Karl Ludwig Sand, who stabbed August von Kotzebue to death in 1819. August von Kotzebue had been a prominent dramatist, a student of Musäus, whose royalist and conservative writings ultimately led to his assassination by a member of a revolutionary liberal Burschenschaft. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-karl-ludwig-sand-by-alexandre-dumas-2/ |
fourth volume alexandre dumas studies celebrated crimes perpetrators volume concerned story karl ludwig sand stabbed august von kotzebue death 1819 august von kotzebue prominent dramatist student musäus whose royalist conservative writings ultimately led assassination member revolutionary liberal burschenschaft summary carolin |
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10897 |
11553 |
History of the Suez Canal |
Ferdinand de Lesseps |
Art, Design & Architecture, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
A lively picture of the origin and completion of the Suez Canal (built between 1859 and 1869) and his architect, Vicomte de Lesseps. This is the translation of a lecture given before the Societe de Gens Lettres in Paris, in April 1870 by de Lesseps himself. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/history-suez-canal-by-ferdinand-de-lesseps/ |
lively picture origin completion suez canal built 1859 1869 architect vicomte de lesseps translation lecture given societe de gens lettres paris april 1870 de lesseps himself summary availle |
| 10957 |
10898 |
11554 |
Splendid Wayfaring |
John Neihardt |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Modern (19th C) |
Quote:\n"In the following pages I have told the story of that body of adventurers who, from 1822 to 1829, opened the way for the expansion of our nation beyond the Missouri. I have made Jedediah Smith the central figure of my story, for of all explorers of the Great West he was in many ways the most remarkable, though, heretofore, our school children have not even heard his name. In order to give the student a sense of the continuity of history, I have begun my narrative with a brief account of the movement across the Alleghenies and down the Ohio River after the Revolutionary War; and I have suggested the relation of westward expansion in America to the whole race movement from the beginning." \n(from the preface) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-splendid-wayfaring-by-john-neihardt/ |
quote in following pages told story body adventurers who 1822 1829 opened way expansion nation beyond missouri made jedediah smith central figure story explorers great west many ways remarkable though heretofore school children even heard name order give student sense continuity history begun narrative brief account movement across alleghenies ohio river revolutionary war suggested relation westward expansion america whole race movement beginning from preface |
| 10958 |
10899 |
11555 |
Fairy Glee |
Eugene Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem is taken from Volume X, A Library of American Literature:\nAn Anthology in Eleven Volumes. 1891.\nVols. IX–XI: Literature of the Republic, Part IV., 1861–1889 |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-fairy-glee-by-eugene-field/ |
poem taken volume x library american literature anthology eleven volumes 1891 vols ix xi literature republic part iv 1861 1889 |
| 10959 |
10900 |
11556 |
At the Piano |
Anna Katharine Green |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Anna Katharine Green was an American poet and novelist. She was one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and distinguished herself by writing well plotted, legally accurate stories. Green has been called "the mother of the detective novel". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-piano-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
anna katharine green american poet novelist one first writers detective fiction america distinguished writing well plotted legally accurate stories green called the mother detective novel summary wikipedia |
| 10960 |
10901 |
11557 |
From Dreamland Sent |
Lilian Whiting |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Lilian Whiting. As the title of the volume already hints at, the poems share a dreamy atmosphere, and in that are a typical example of American poetry of the end of the 19th century. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/from-dreamland-sent-by-lilian-whiting/ |
volume poetry lilian whiting title volume already hints at poems share dreamy atmosphere typical example american poetry end 19th century summary carolin |
| 10961 |
11380 |
12051 |
To A Hotel Keeper |
T. W. H. Crosland |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
We have all had mysterious charges added on to our hotel bills. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-hotal-keeper-by-t-w-h-crosland/ |
mysterious charges added hotel bills summary david lawrence |
| 10962 |
10902 |
11558 |
Ben King's Verse |
Benjamin King |
Poetry |
This is a volume of Benjamin King's collected verse, published shortly after his sudden death in 1894. The American humorist was very famous during his lifetime, and is still widely referenced and quoted until today. This volume was published in Chicago after his death, reportedly outselling any other volume of poetry in Michigan for 25 years after being published. It is also prefaced by two short biographies by John McGovern and Opie Read. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/ben-kings-verse-by-benjamin-king/ |
volume benjamin king s collected verse published shortly sudden death 1894 american humorist famous lifetime still widely referenced quoted today volume published chicago death reportedly outselling volume poetry michigan 25 years published also prefaced two short biographies john mcgovern opie read summary carolin |
| 10963 |
10903 |
11559 |
Animal Heroes |
Ernest Thompson Seton |
Nature & Animal Fiction |
A hero is an individual of unusual gifts and achievements. Whether it be man or animal, this definition applies; and it is the histories of such that appeal to the imagination and to the hearts of those who hear them.<br>In this volume every one of the stories, though more or less composite, is founded on the actual life of a veritable animal hero. The most composite is the White Reindeer. This story I wrote by Utrovand in Norway during the summer of 1900, while the Reindeer herds grazed in sight on the near uplands.<br>The Lynx is founded on some of my own early experiences in the backwoods.\n<br>It is less than ten years since the 'Jack Warhorse' won his hero-crown. Thousands of "Kaskadoans" will remember him, and by the name Warhorse his coursing exploits are recorded in several daily papers.<br>The least composite is Arnaux. It is so nearly historical that several who knew the bird have supplied additional items of information.<br>The nest of the destroying Peregrines, with its owners and their young, is now to be seen in the American Museum of Natural History of New York. The Museum authorities inform me that Pigeon badges with the following numbers were found in the nest: 9970-S, 1696, U. 63, 77, J. F. 52, Ex. 705, 6-1894, C 20900. Perhaps some Pigeon-lover may learn from these lines the fate of one or other wonderful flier that has long been recorded "never returned." - Summary by the Note to the Reader |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/animal-heroes-by-ernest-thompson-seton/ |
hero individual unusual gifts achievements whether man animal definition applies histories appeal imagination hearts hear them br in volume every one stories though less composite founded actual life veritable animal hero composite white reindeer story wrote utrovand norway summer 1900 reindeer herds grazed sight near uplands br the lynx founded early experiences backwoods br it less ten years since jack warhorse hero crown thousands kaskadoans remember him name warhorse coursing exploits recorded several daily papers br the least composite arnaux nearly historical several knew bird supplied additional items information br the nest destroying peregrines owners young seen american museum natural history new york museum authorities inform pigeon badges following numbers found nest 9970 s 1696 u 63 77 j f 52 ex 705 6 1894 c 20900 perhaps pigeon lover may learn lines fate one wonderful flier long recorded never returned summary note reader |
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10904 |
11560 |
Short Poetry Collection 164 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-164-by-various/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers january 2017 |
| 10965 |
10905 |
11561 |
Heart: a Schoolboy's Journal |
Edmondo de Amicis |
School |
Little Enrico Bottini is a ten year-old third grade student in Italy who keeps a diary for one whole school year. It records the general problems, excitements, and successes any third grader might deal with, all explained from Enrico's point of view. Through the course of this one year, we watch Enrico learn and grow a little, and hopefully we can learn from his experiences, too. <br></br>Edmondo de Amici's 1886 book Cuore was an immediate huge success when it was published, and while school rooms have changed dramatically in the century and a half since the book was first published within Italy and elsewhere, the attraction of this book has hardly diminished, and it is still immensely popular. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/heart-a-schoolboys-journal-by-edmondo-de-amicis/ |
little enrico bottini ten year old third grade student italy keeps diary one whole school year records general problems excitements successes third grader might deal with explained enrico s point view course one year watch enrico learn grow little hopefully learn experiences too br br edmondo de amici s 1886 book cuore immediate huge success published school rooms changed dramatically century half since book first published within italy elsewhere attraction book hardly diminished still immensely popular summary carolin |
| 10966 |
10906 |
11562 |
Louis Pasteur |
Albert Keim |
Biography & Autobiography, Medical, Modern (19th C) |
Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) famously said, "In the fields of observation chance favors only the prepared mind." Pasteur brought to the study of chemistry, microbiology, and applied immunology, a mind open, innovative, and insightful. Born of peasant stock in the French Jura, he worked with dogged determination all his life and often in the face of strenuous opposition. Through an unbroken succession of rigorously designed and meticulously performed experiments, Pasteur developed veterinary vaccines and halted grievous losses in the French wine, silk, and dairy industries. He provided the crucial experimental support for the germ theory of disease which enabled Joseph Lister and others to prevent infections in surgical patients and in new mothers. During the development of the vaccine against rabies, Pasteur and his colleagues often risked their own lives, but they delivered humankind from the terror of this agonizing and almost always fatal illness. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/louis-pasteur-by-albert-keim/ |
louis pasteur 1822 1895 famously said in fields observation chance favors prepared mind pasteur brought study chemistry microbiology applied immunology mind open innovative insightful born peasant stock french jura worked dogged determination life often face strenuous opposition unbroken succession rigorously designed meticulously performed experiments pasteur developed veterinary vaccines halted grievous losses french wine silk dairy industries provided crucial experimental support germ theory disease enabled joseph lister others prevent infections surgical patients new mothers development vaccine rabies pasteur colleagues often risked lives delivered humankind terror agonizing almost always fatal illness pamela nagami m d |
| 10967 |
10907 |
11563 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VII, No 4, April 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vii-no-4-april-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 10968 |
10908 |
11564 |
Mabel Ross, the Sewing Girl |
Unknown |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
Orphaned Mabel struggles to raise her sisters by working as a sewing girl for long hours and low wages. She meets her challenges with a calm steady faith while her younger sister chafes against the injustice of their lot in life. She is determined to uncover the mystery she thinks is lurking behind their misfortune. This book will appeal to those who love intimate family dramas, light mysteries, scathing social commentaries, or sewing machines! ( Jennifer Fournier) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/mabel-ross-the-sewing-girl-by-unknown/ |
orphaned mabel struggles raise sisters working sewing girl long hours low wages meets challenges calm steady faith younger sister chafes injustice lot life determined uncover mystery thinks lurking behind misfortune book appeal love intimate family dramas light mysteries scathing social commentaries sewing machines jennifer fournier |
| 10969 |
11387 |
12058 |
Long Run |
Edith Wharton |
Romance |
A wealthy bachelor businessman looks back on the romance that he fumbled with a beautiful married woman he and his college buddy both had crushes on when younger. ( Matt Pierard) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-long-run-by-edith-wharton-by-edith-wharton/ |
wealthy bachelor businessman looks back romance fumbled beautiful married woman college buddy crushes younger matt pierard |
| 10970 |
10910 |
11566 |
Memoir of Washington Irving |
Charles Adams |
Memoirs |
Arguably one of America's greatest writers, Washington Irving is the author of such classics as "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," "Bracebridge Hall," and "Knickerbocker's History of New York." This book is a concise and extremely entertaining biography of this unique author. <br>\nNote to the listener: There are a couple of typos in this text. Chapter 33 should have been numbered as chapter 32, and there are two chapter 35's. The readers have keep the typos in the reading, therefore, there is no chapter 32, and the two chapter 35's are designated at "the first" and "the second." - Summary by Greg Giordano |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/memoir-of-washington-irving-by-charles-adams/ |
arguably one america s greatest writers washington irving author classics legend sleepy hollow bracebridge hall knickerbocker s history new york book concise extremely entertaining biography unique author br note listener couple typos text chapter 33 numbered chapter 32 two chapter 35 s readers keep typos reading therefore chapter 32 two chapter 35 s designated the first the second summary greg giordano |
| 10971 |
10911 |
11567 |
Who Did It? |
Nat Gould |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Following the dissolution of the New South Wales government, Henry Bryce is ready to take on the Labour Party for the seat of Balmain East. But no sooner is the campaign underway than his body turns up in Sydney Harbour. Who did it? Nat Gould, the author of this mystery, was one of the most widely read of his day, especially among lovers of horse racing, the subject of many of his novels. Born in Manchester, England, Gould spent 11 years in Australia, where he set many of his stories. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/who-did-it-by-nat-gould/ |
following dissolution new south wales government henry bryce ready take labour party seat balmain east sooner campaign underway body turns sydney harbour it nat gould author mystery one widely read day especially among lovers horse racing subject many novels born manchester england gould spent 11 years australia set many stories summary phil benson |
| 10972 |
10912 |
11568 |
Full Revelations of a Professional Rat-catcher After 25 Years' Experience |
Ike Matthews |
Animals |
No big city without rats, particularly back in Ike Matthews' time. The professional rat catcher explains to us in this little volume the best way to catch and exterminate those little rodents. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/full-revelations-of-a-professional-rat-catcher-by-ike-matthews/ |
big city without rats particularly back ike matthews time professional rat catcher explains us little volume best way catch exterminate little rodents summary carolin |
| 10973 |
10913 |
11569 |
Song of the Wave, and Other Poems |
George Cabot Lodge |
Poetry |
This is an 1898 volume of poetry by American poet George Cabot Lodge. Its title-poem refers to the Sea, and the Sea does seem to be the main character of this book, making its appearance in many of the poems throughout the first part of the volume. The second part of the book is a collection of 40 sonnets on more varied topics. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-song-of-the-wave-and-other-poems-by-george-cabot-lodge/ |
1898 volume poetry american poet george cabot lodge title poem refers sea sea seem main character book making appearance many poems throughout first part volume second part book collection 40 sonnets varied topics summary carolin |
| 10974 |
10914 |
11570 |
All for Love; or, The World Well Lost |
John Dryden |
Tragedy |
<I>All for Love</I> is widely considered to be John Dryden's finest work, dramatic or otherwise. A tragedy written in blank verse, it retells the story of Roman general Marc Antony's love affair with the alluring Egyptian queen Cleopatra and their eventual double-suicide. Compared to the more famous rendition of the tale by William Shakespeare, however, which is grand and hectic in terms of setting, Dryden chooses instead to focus in on the lovers' last days in Alexandria as the threat of their defeat looms and their legacies are contested. The result is a swelling, elegant, emotional drama that perceptively considers such themes as loyalty and love, fidelity in marriage, the lasting endurance of friendship, and even the tenuous construct of masculinity. In short, it's truly a gem of the Restoration repertoire. - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<br> <br> Cast List: <br> <br>\nMark Antony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Ventidius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>Dolabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Alexas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11341">Dafni Ma</a><br>Serapion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Myris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Gentleman 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10357">Mike Harris</a><br>Gentleman 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Cleopatra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Octavia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Charmion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Iras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Agrippina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10176">Zoe Trang</a><br>Antonia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11324">Jenna Eleni</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br> |
English |
1677 |
https://librivox.org/all-for-love-or-the-world-well-lost-by-john-dryden/ |
i all love i widely considered john dryden s finest work dramatic otherwise tragedy written blank verse retells story roman general marc antony s love affair alluring egyptian queen cleopatra eventual double suicide compared famous rendition tale william shakespeare however grand hectic terms setting dryden chooses instead focus lovers last days alexandria threat defeat looms legacies contested result swelling elegant emotional drama perceptively considers themes loyalty love fidelity marriage lasting endurance friendship even tenuous construct masculinity short truly gem restoration repertoire summary tomas peter br br cast list br br mark antony a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ventidius a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br dolabella a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br alexas a href https librivox org reader 11341 dafni ma a br serapion a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br myris a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br gentleman 1 a href https librivox org reader 10357 mike harris a br gentleman 2 a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br cleopatra a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br octavia a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br charmion a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br iras a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br agrippina a href https librivox org reader 10176 zoe trang a br antonia a href https librivox org reader 11324 jenna eleni a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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10915 |
11571 |
Evolution Creatrice |
Henri Bergson |
*Non-fiction, Contemporary, Life Sciences |
Creative Evolution (French: L'Évolution créatrice) is a 1907 book by French philosopher Henri Bergson. Its English translation appeared in 1911. The book provides an alternate explanation for Darwin's mechanism of evolution, suggesting that evolution is motivated by an élan vital, a "vital impetus" that can also be understood as humanity's natural creative impulse. The book was very popular in the early decades of the twentieth century, before the Neodarwinian synthesis was developed.<br /><br />The book also develops concepts of time (offered in Bergson's earlier work) which significantly influenced modernist writers and thinkers such as Marcel Proust. For example, Bergson's term "duration" refers to a more individual, subjective experience of time, as opposed to mathematical, objectively measurable "clock time." In Creative Evolution, Bergson suggests that the experience of time as "duration" can best be understood through creative intuition, not through intellect. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/evolution-creatrice-by-henri-bergson/ |
creative evolution french l évolution créatrice 1907 book french philosopher henri bergson english translation appeared 1911 book provides alternate explanation darwin s mechanism evolution suggesting evolution motivated élan vital vital impetus also understood humanity s natural creative impulse book popular early decades twentieth century neodarwinian synthesis developed br br the book also develops concepts time offered bergson s earlier work significantly influenced modernist writers thinkers marcel proust example bergson s term duration refers individual subjective experience time opposed mathematical objectively measurable clock time creative evolution bergson suggests experience time duration best understood creative intuition intellect summary wikipedia |
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10916 |
11572 |
Red Cross Girls in Belgium |
Margaret Vandercook |
Action & Adventure |
Four young American women have joined the Allied forces under WWI. In this volume of the series they are in Belgium, and they are dealing with the mysterious past of one of the girls, the possible romance between a French Count and another of the girls (a selfprofessed "old maid"), Belgian children, and other civilians. Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-cross-girls-in-belgium-by-margaret-vandercook/ |
four young american women joined allied forces wwi volume series belgium dealing mysterious past one girls possible romance french count another girls a selfprofessed old maid belgian children civilians summary kathrinee |
| 10977 |
11408 |
12079 |
Short Poetry Collection 191 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 50 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for April 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-191-by-various/ |
collection 50 poems read english librivox volunteers april 2019 |
| 10978 |
10917 |
11574 |
Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Gothic Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Wagner is a poor, lonely old shepherd living on the edge of the Black Forest. In a devil's pact he gains youth and wealth for the price of transforming into a ravenous wolf once a month. This book contains everything from murder, kidnap, robbery, sadistic nuns and lust to war in sixteenth century Italy. Originally published in a serialised form, this penny dreadful is definitely not a piece of fine literature, but is hopefully entertaining. \n<br> </br>\nThis book contains racial and other prejudices that were once commonplace. They are retained, as originally written in this recording, because to do otherwise would be to deny they existed. - Summary by clarinetcarrot |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/wagner-the-wehr-wolf-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
wagner poor lonely old shepherd living edge black forest devil s pact gains youth wealth price transforming ravenous wolf month book contains everything murder kidnap robbery sadistic nuns lust war sixteenth century italy originally published serialised form penny dreadful definitely piece fine literature hopefully entertaining br br book contains racial prejudices commonplace retained originally written recording otherwise would deny existed summary clarinetcarrot |
| 10979 |
10918 |
11575 |
Woman's Love Letters |
Sophia Margaretta Hensley |
Poetry |
This is a volume of love poems by Canadian poet Sophia Margaretta Hensley, also known as Sophie M. Almon-Hensley. The poems are written from the perspective of a woman, and cover besides love also all the emotions neighboring that passion. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-womans-love-letters-by-sophia-margaretta-hensley/ |
volume love poems canadian poet sophia margaretta hensley also known sophie m almon hensley poems written perspective woman cover besides love also emotions neighboring passion summary carolin |
| 10980 |
10919 |
11576 |
Historia de un cascanueces |
Alexandre Dumas |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Published 1800 -1900 |
Alexandre Dumas también se ocupó de la narración infantil con esta versión del clásico cuento de Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffman, titulado El Cascanueces y el rey ratón, de 1816. Dumas realizó una adaptación especialmente dirigida a los niños y la publicó en 1844 con el título de Historia de un Cascanueces, que fomentó la imaginación de muchas generaciones de niños y niñas. Fue la versión de Alexandre Dumas la que sirvió a Marius Petipa para concebir en 1892 el ballet El Cascanueces, cuya música fue compuesta por Tchaikovsky. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-un-cascanueces-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
alexandre dumas también se ocupó de la narración infantil con esta versión del clásico cuento de ernst theodor amadeus hoffman titulado el cascanueces el rey ratón de 1816 dumas realizó una adaptación especialmente dirigida los niños la publicó en 1844 con el título de historia de un cascanueces que fomentó la imaginación de muchas generaciones de niños niñas fue la versión de alexandre dumas la que sirvió marius petipa para concebir en 1892 el ballet el cascanueces cuya música fue compuesta por tchaikovsky summary phileas fogg |
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10920 |
11577 |
Palmetto Leaves |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Family Life, Biography & Autobiography |
After the Civil War, Harriet and her husband Charles bought an Orange Plantation in Mandarin, on the upper east coast of Florida, where they lived during the winter months. Over the years they expanded their cottage to accommodate many guests (now a museum open to the public). They opened schools to educate and churches to care for the recently freed negros pouring into Florida seeking refuge and opportunity. These charming essays, each describing a largely undeveloped rural land, became one of the first travel guides written about Florida and stimulated the first boom of tourism and residential development to that area. Stow describes its waterways, flora and fauna, the generosity of the people, the lush abundance of flowers, farmer's efforts to develop crops, Negro relations with whites, correspondence with famous persons, etc. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/palmetto-leaves-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
civil war harriet husband charles bought orange plantation mandarin upper east coast florida lived winter months years expanded cottage accommodate many guests now museum open public opened schools educate churches care recently freed negros pouring florida seeking refuge opportunity charming essays describing largely undeveloped rural land became one first travel guides written florida stimulated first boom tourism residential development area stow describes waterways flora fauna generosity people lush abundance flowers farmer s efforts develop crops negro relations whites correspondence famous persons etc summary michele fry |
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10921 |
11578 |
Curse of Capistrano (Dramatic Reading) |
Johnston McCulley |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
The Curse of Capistrano is the first work to feature the fictional character Zorro (the Spanish word for "fox"). The story was later republished under the name The Mark of Zorro. The outlaw Zorro is Public Enemy #1 in southern California during the period of Mexican rule. But he's not a bad guy, really - he fights for justice for the oppressed. And when he meets the lovely Lolita, daughter of Don Pedro, who is on the governor's bad side, he has even more reason to fight. But she's being wooed by the rich and influential but wimpy Don Diego... - Summary by TriciaG<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>Don Diego Vega / Zorro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Sergeant Pedro Gonzales: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Landlord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama </a><br>Don Carlos Pulido, Corporal, A Man, Soldier, Assistant, Courier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br>Doña Catalina Pulido: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Señorita Lolita Pulido: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Landlord: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>Don Alejandro Vega: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>Fray Felipe, Gentleman of Age, Dispensero, Tipsy Caballero: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Magistrado, Jailer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Captain Ramon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11465">jasonlohr</a><br>Spokesman of the Caballeros: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Governor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11331">Scotty Smith</a><br>Another Caballero: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11834">AnttiV</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a><br>Servant, Dealer in Hides, Third Caballero, Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Sergeant, Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11555">Shasta</a><br>Native: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br /><br />Audio edited by TriciaG<br />Proof-listened by TriciaG & Joy M. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-curse-of-capistrano-dramatic-reading-by-johnston-mcculley/ |
curse capistrano first work feature fictional character zorro the spanish word fox story later republished name mark zorro outlaw zorro public enemy 1 southern california period mexican rule he s bad guy really fights justice oppressed meets lovely lolita daughter pedro governor s bad side even reason fight wooed rich influential wimpy diego summary triciag br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br don diego vega zorro a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sergeant pedro gonzales a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br landlord a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br don carlos pulido corporal man soldier assistant courier a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br doña catalina pulido a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br señorita lolita pulido a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a br landlord a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br don alejandro vega a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br fray felipe gentleman age dispensero tipsy caballero a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br magistrado jailer a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br captain ramon a href https librivox org reader 11465 jasonlohr a br spokesman caballeros a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br governor a href https librivox org reader 11331 scotty smith a br another caballero a href https librivox org reader 11834 anttiv a a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a br servant dealer hides third caballero man a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sergeant guard a href https librivox org reader 11555 shasta a br native a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a br br audio edited triciag br proof listened triciag joy m |
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10922 |
11579 |
Melor of the Silver Hand; and Other Stories of the Bright Ages |
David Bearne |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of fairy tales by Rev. David Bearne. The stories take place in the "Bright Ages" as opposed to the more common epithet "dark ages", where heroes saved the world, saints performed miracles, and also anything else was possible. Most of those stories are based on half-forgotten legends and footnotes to the history of England, charmingly retold by Mr. Bearne. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/melor-of-the-silver-hand-and-other-stories-of-the-bright-ages-by-david-bearne/ |
collection fairy tales rev david bearne stories take place bright ages opposed common epithet dark ages heroes saved world saints performed miracles also anything else possible stories based half forgotten legends footnotes history england charmingly retold mr bearne summary carolin |
| 10984 |
11431 |
12102 |
Everglades Wildguide |
Jean Craighead George |
*Non-fiction |
This is a United States National Parks guidebook written by a popular young people's nature writer, Jean Craighead George. It covers the Everglades in detail, from its mangrove swamps to its sawgrass prairies. (Summary by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1988 |
https://librivox.org/everglades-wildguide-by-jean-craighead-george/ |
united states national parks guidebook written popular young people s nature writer jean craighead george covers everglades detail mangrove swamps sawgrass prairies summary matt pierard |
| 10985 |
10925 |
11582 |
Rebel Verses |
Bernard Gilbert |
Poetry |
Mr. Bernard Gilbert is one of the discoveries of the War. For years, it seems, he has been writing poetry, but it is only recently that an inapprehensive country has awakened to the fact. Now he is taking his rightful place among our foremost singers. What William Barnes was to Dorset, what T. E. Brown was to the Manx people—this is Mr. Gilbert to the folk of his native county of Lincoln. He has interpreted their lives, their sorrows, their aspirations, with a surprising fidelity. Mr. Gilbert never loses his grip upon realities. One feels that he knows the men of whom he writes in their most intimate moods; knows, too, their defects, which he does not shrink from recording. There is little of the dreamy idealism of the South in the peasant people of Lincolnshire. The outwardly respectable chapel-goer who asks himself, in a moment of introspection<br>\n\nBut why not have a good time here?<br>\nWhy should the Devil have all the beer?<br>\n\nis true to type. But he has, too, his softer moods. Fidelity in friendship, courage, resource and perseverance—these are typical of the men of the Fens. - Summary by The New Witness, 1918 |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/rebel-verses-by-bernard-gilbert/ |
mr bernard gilbert one discoveries war years seems writing poetry recently inapprehensive country awakened fact taking rightful place among foremost singers william barnes dorset t e brown manx people this mr gilbert folk native county lincoln interpreted lives sorrows aspirations surprising fidelity mr gilbert never loses grip upon realities one feels knows men writes intimate moods knows too defects shrink recording little dreamy idealism south peasant people lincolnshire outwardly respectable chapel goer asks himself moment introspection br good time here br devil beer br true type has too softer moods fidelity friendship courage resource perseverance these typical men fens summary new witness 1918 |
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10926 |
11583 |
Snowflake and Other Poems |
Arthur Weir |
Poetry |
This is a volume of Canadian poet Arthur Weir. Many of the poems are set around the turn of a year, referencing the season in different ways, and touching upon almost every emotion and association we might connect with winter. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-snowflake-and-other-poems-by-arthur-weir/ |
volume canadian poet arthur weir many poems set around turn year referencing season different ways touching upon almost every emotion association might connect winter summary carolin |
| 10987 |
10927 |
11584 |
Placid Pug, and Other Rhymes |
Lord Alfred Douglas |
Poetry |
This is a collection of ten humorous verses by Lord Alfred Douglas. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-placid-pug-and-other-rhymes-by-lord-alfred-douglas/ |
collection ten humorous verses lord alfred douglas summary carolin |
| 10988 |
10928 |
11585 |
Man who Understood Women, and Other Stories |
Leonard Merrick |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of 20 short stories by English novelist and playwright Leonard Merrick. The stories concern varied topics, and succeed to evoke a charming picture of England in the early 20th century. <br></br>It is surprising that Merrick's work is no longer known to the public, as he was one of the most highly regarded writers of his own time. William Dean Howells wrote of him, for instance, "I can think of no recent fictionist of his nation who can quite match with Mr. Merrick in that excellence [of "shapeliness" or form in the novel]. This will seem great praise, possibly too great, to the few who have a sense of such excellence; but it will probably be without real meaning to most, though our public might well enjoy form if it could once be made to imagine it." (quoted in wikipedia). - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-understood-women-and-other-stories-by-leonard-merrick/ |
collection 20 short stories english novelist playwright leonard merrick stories concern varied topics succeed evoke charming picture england early 20th century br br it surprising merrick s work longer known public one highly regarded writers time william dean howells wrote him instance i think recent fictionist nation quite match mr merrick excellence of shapeliness form novel seem great praise possibly great sense excellence probably without real meaning most though public might well enjoy form could made imagine it quoted wikipedia summary carolin |
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10929 |
11586 |
Talking Handkerchief, and Other Stories |
Thomas Wallace Knox |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is a collection of 22 stories of action and adventure. We follow the narrators as they escape pirates and cannibals, overcome natural disasters, and are attacked by wild animals. Cunning plans are executed and daring escapes are accomplished, all in the particular style of the 19th century adventure story. <br></br>Thomas Knox was an author who had travelled around the world by the time he wrote the stories in this volume, and who was no stranger to any of the geographic areas in which he set his stories. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-talking-handkerchief-and-other-stories-by-thomas-wallace-knox/ |
collection 22 stories action adventure follow narrators escape pirates cannibals overcome natural disasters attacked wild animals cunning plans executed daring escapes accomplished particular style 19th century adventure story br br thomas knox author travelled around world time wrote stories volume stranger geographic areas set stories summary carolin |
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10930 |
11587 |
Legends of the Jews, Volume 4 |
Louis Ginzberg |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Rabbi Louis Ginzberg was one of the outstanding Talmudists of the twentieth century. He was born on November 28, 1873, in Kovno, Lithuania; he died on November 11, 1953, in New York City. Ginzberg taught at the Jewish Theological seminary from 1903 to 1953. For 50 years, he trained two generations of Conservative Rabbis.<br><br>\nThe Legends of the Jews is an epic 7-volume compilation of traditional Jewish stories loosely related to the Bible. Volumes 1-4 contain the stories, while volumes 5-7 contain Ginzberg's notes and commentary. Over the millenia, these stories, which expand on the Bible, flesh out the lives of biblical figures. In the process, they help bring to life the Bible's valuable lessons. <br><br>\nThe Legends of the Jews has been called a monumental work of scholarship. It is studied by serious students of both Judaism and Christianity. And yet the stories continue to be accessible and understood by all. They were designed to impart lessons of the Torah, and any child or adult will find much to enjoy about this work. (Summary by Scott Sherris and Wikipedia)<br><br>\nVolume 4 covers BIBLE TIMES AND CHARACTERS FROM JOSHUA TO ESTHER |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-of-the-jews-volume-4-by-louis-ginzberg/ |
rabbi louis ginzberg one outstanding talmudists twentieth century born november 28 1873 kovno lithuania died november 11 1953 new york city ginzberg taught jewish theological seminary 1903 1953 50 years trained two generations conservative rabbis br br legends jews epic 7 volume compilation traditional jewish stories loosely related bible volumes 1 4 contain stories volumes 5 7 contain ginzberg s notes commentary millenia stories expand bible flesh lives biblical figures process help bring life bible s valuable lessons br br legends jews called monumental work scholarship studied serious students judaism christianity yet stories continue accessible understood all designed impart lessons torah child adult find much enjoy work summary scott sherris wikipedia br br volume 4 covers bible times characters joshua esther |
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10931 |
11588 |
Shadowings |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Essays & Short Works, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This is another of the popular books that Lafcadio Hearn wrote on various Japanese subjects. The first part "Stories From Strange Books" is a collection of Japanese tales about ghosts and strange occurrences. In the second part "Japanese Studies", Hearn discourses on cicadae, girl's names, and Japanese songs. The third part "Fantasies" are stories and essays on various topics written by Hearn himself. - Summary by Availle\n\n<br><br>DPLs for this project were ChuckW and Isana. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/shadowings-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
another popular books lafcadio hearn wrote various japanese subjects first part stories strange books collection japanese tales ghosts strange occurrences second part japanese studies hearn discourses cicadae girl s names japanese songs third part fantasies stories essays various topics written hearn himself summary availle br br dpls project chuckw isana |
| 10992 |
10932 |
11589 |
Bomb: The 1945 Test of the First Atomic Bomb |
Various |
War & Military, History , Technology & Engineering |
These two publications put out by the U.S. government are about the Trinity site in New Mexico where in 1945 the first atomic bomb was tested. Each publication (about 1984 and about 1995) complements the other, though there is some duplication. These are descriptions of the test itself and of the planning and organization leading up to the test. They also tell what was done with the site after the test and how it became a national historic landmark. - Summary by david wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bomb-the-1945-test-of-the-first-atomic-bomb/ |
two publications put u s government trinity site new mexico 1945 first atomic bomb tested publication about 1984 1995 complements other though duplication descriptions test planning organization leading test also tell done site test became national historic landmark summary david wales |
| 10993 |
10933 |
11590 |
Lore of the Honey-Bee |
Tickner Edwardes |
Nature |
<em>The sun shines — you know it has always shone, changeless as Time itself. With such a faith — unfounded and therefore incontestable — I came under the glow of one brave June morning, threading field after field of blossoming clover until I stood at the gate of the bee-garden over against the hill.<br><br>\nI raised the latch of the gate. Its sharp click drew to its full lean height a figure at the end of the garden, which was bending down in the midst of a wilderness of hives. The man came towards me coatless, his rolled-up shirt-sleeves baring wiry brown arms to the hot June sun.<br><br>\nThe bee-master had keen grey eyes, set deep in a sun-blackened, honest face, and the ever-ready tongue of him was that of the beeman all the world over. He was ripe and willing to talk of his work, explaining what he was, and what he had done, as we slowly wandered through his domain. </em>(From The Lore of the Honey-Bee)<br>\n* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * <br> \nThe Lore of the Honey-Bee is an enlightening study written by a master beekeeper, the Reverend Tickner Edwardes, that covers the story of the honey bee from the earliest times through to the first decade of the twentieth century.<br><br>\nStarting with the mythology of the honey bee, the author leads us along historic paths to a more modern understanding of this fascinating and undervalued creature and gives an insightful and sympathetic perspective of beekeeping, based on the wisdom gained through the many years of mastering his craft. (Summary by Steve C) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-lore-of-the-honey-bee-by-tickner-edwardes/ |
em the sun shines know always shone changeless time itself faith unfounded therefore incontestable came glow one brave june morning threading field field blossoming clover stood gate bee garden hill br br raised latch gate sharp click drew full lean height figure end garden bending midst wilderness hives man came towards coatless rolled up shirt sleeves baring wiry brown arms hot june sun br br bee master keen grey eyes set deep sun blackened honest face ever ready tongue beeman world over ripe willing talk work explaining was done slowly wandered domain em from lore honey bee br br lore honey bee enlightening study written master beekeeper reverend tickner edwardes covers story honey bee earliest times first decade twentieth century br br starting mythology honey bee author leads us along historic paths modern understanding fascinating undervalued creature gives insightful sympathetic perspective beekeeping based wisdom gained many years mastering craft summary steve c |
| 10994 |
10934 |
11591 |
Soldier Of The Legion; <br>An Englishman's Adventures Under The French Flag in Algeria And Tonquin |
George Manington |
War & Military, Travel & Geography |
An educated gentleman, Mr Manington has given an insight into the unusual experiences of an Englishman in the French Foreign Legion, such as no ordinary "mercenary" could have done. Most of the narrative deals with Tonquin, and the fighting there against the rebels in their forest fastnesses. Incidentally, in giving an account of his friendship for the native sergeant, Doy-Tho, the author has been able to impart to the pages of the book an Oriental atmosphere that we think will prove attractive to the reader. - Summary by Editors' Note |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-soldier-of-the-legion-an-englishmans-adventures-under-the-french-flag-in-algeria-and-tonquin-by-george-manington/ |
educated gentleman mr manington given insight unusual experiences englishman french foreign legion ordinary mercenary could done narrative deals tonquin fighting rebels forest fastnesses incidentally giving account friendship native sergeant doy tho author able impart pages book oriental atmosphere think prove attractive reader summary editors note |
| 10995 |
10935 |
11592 |
Dead Joke and The Funny Man |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry respectively. As a poet, Riley achieved an uncommon level of fame during his own lifetime. He was honored with annual Riley Day celebrations around the United States and was regularly called on to perform readings at national civic events. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-dead-joke-and-the-funny-man-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry respectively poet riley achieved uncommon level fame lifetime honored annual riley day celebrations around united states regularly called perform readings national civic events summary wikipedia |
| 10996 |
10936 |
11593 |
Home Geography for Primary Grades |
C. C. Long |
Science |
Lessons and exercises for young children, exploring map and compass, mountains and rivers, trees and flowers, wind and rain, and more. (Summary by Sarah Jennings) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/home-geography-for-primary-grades-by-c-c-long/ |
lessons exercises young children exploring map compass mountains rivers trees flowers wind rain more summary sarah jennings |
| 10997 |
10937 |
11594 |
Intelligence Tests and School Reorganisation |
Lewis Terman |
Education, Psychology |
A collection of essays relating to the efforts to reorganise American schools to provide a more efficient and effective education system. Also includes discussions on adjustment rooms for students with special educational needs. Edited by Lewis Terman with co-contributors including Virgil E. Dickson, A. H. Sutherland, Raymond H. Franzen, C. R. Tupper, Grace Fernald. (summary by niobium) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/intelligence-tests-and-school-reorganisation-by-lewis-terman/ |
collection essays relating efforts reorganise american schools provide efficient effective education system also includes discussions adjustment rooms students special educational needs edited lewis terman co contributors including virgil e dickson a h sutherland raymond h franzen c r tupper grace fernald summary niobium |
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10938 |
11595 |
Quality Street |
J. M. Barrie |
Plays |
Two sisters living on Quality Street set up and run a school for children after the local doctor heads off to fight Napoleon. Ten years later he returns, thinking that all the adventures have been his, and that the old life in Quality Street has waited, as in a sleep, to be resumed on the day of his return. Katharine Hepburn starred in a movie version made in 1937. The Quality Street chocolates were named after the play. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nValentine Brown – Suitor of Miss Phoebe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMiss Phoebe Throssel – A School Mistress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEnsign Blades – A Young Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br>\nLieutenant Spicer – A Young Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSusan Throssel – Sister to Phoebe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nPatty – Maid-of-all-work in service of the Throssel sisters: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nRecruiting Sergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Waterloo Veteran - Old Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nArthur Wellesley Tomson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11567">EikyTavie</a><br>\nMiss Willoughby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303">Jael Baldwin</a><br>\nMiss Fanny Willoughby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMiss Henrietta Turnbull: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nMiss Charlotte Parratt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10079">Anna Vos</a><br>\nIsabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11180">Diane Alailima</a><br>\nHarriett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11059">Lauren-Emma Blake</a><br>\nGallant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11567">EikyTavie</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnnSpiegel</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/quality-street-by-j-m-barrie/ |
two sisters living quality street set run school children local doctor heads fight napoleon ten years later returns thinking adventures his old life quality street waited sleep resumed day return katharine hepburn starred movie version made 1937 quality street chocolates named play summary toddhw br br cast list br valentine brown suitor miss phoebe a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br miss phoebe throssel school mistress a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br ensign blades young officer a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br lieutenant spicer young officer a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br susan throssel sister phoebe a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br patty maid of all work service throssel sisters a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br recruiting sergeant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br waterloo veteran old soldier a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br arthur wellesley tomson a href https librivox org reader 11567 eikytavie a br miss willoughby a href https librivox org reader 10303 jael baldwin a br miss fanny willoughby a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br miss henrietta turnbull a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br miss charlotte parratt a href https librivox org reader 10079 anna vos a br isabella a href https librivox org reader 11180 diane alailima a br harriett a href https librivox org reader 11059 lauren emma blake a br gallant a href https librivox org reader 11567 eikytavie a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryannspiegel a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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10939 |
11596 |
King Alfred of England |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
The life and accomplishments of England's sole title holder of "The Great." King Alfred defended England from Viking invasions and ushered in an era of learning and progress for the British Isles. Summary by Ryan Cherrick. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/king-alfred-of-england-by-jacob-abbott/ |
life accomplishments england s sole title holder the great king alfred defended england viking invasions ushered era learning progress british isles summary ryan cherrick |
| 11000 |
10940 |
11597 |
Shakespeare Story-Book |
Mary Macleod |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This book contains many of Shakespeare's most famous plays, retold for children. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-shakespeare-story-book-by-mary-macleod/ |
book contains many shakespeare s famous plays retold children summary kathrinee |
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10942 |
11599 |
Family of Love |
Lording Barry |
Satire |
The Family of Love is an early Jacobean city comedy, first published in 1608. Published anonymously, the play was long attributed to Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker, although more recent scholarship suggests that Lording Barry may be the sole author. The play satirises the supposed sexual lasciviousness of the Familia Caritatis or "Family of Love," the religious sect founded by Henry Nicholis in the 16th century.\n<br /><br />\nMaria is in love with Gerardine but her uncle, Glister the physician, opposes the match. Gerardine pretends to depart for a long ocean voyage, leaving a trunk containing his earthly possessions to Maria, but when Maria opens the trunk she finds Gerardine inside. Meanwhile, Glister cheats on his wife with the Familist wife of Purge the apothecary. Two dim-witted gallants, Gudgeon and Lipsalve, try to bed every woman they meet and want nothing more than to gain access to the secretive Familist Meeting House, which rumor has it is a bastion of free-love. With the help of Dryfat the merchant and Club the apprentice, Gerardine stages a mock trial with the intention of teaching everyone a lesson. - Summary by Wikipedia and Rob Board.\n<br /><br />\n<b>Cast</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br />\nGerardine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nMaria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">Khand</a><br />\nGlister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br />\nMistress Glister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br />\nMistress Purge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nPurge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\nLipsalve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br />\nGudgeon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9809">Andrew Utley</a><br />\nDryfat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br />\nClub: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nShrimp: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10458">ScarlettG</a><br />\nPeriwinkle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a><br />\nVial: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br />\nWithin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a></b><br /> |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-family-of-love-by-thomas-middleton/ |
family love early jacobean city comedy first published 1608 published anonymously play long attributed thomas middleton thomas dekker although recent scholarship suggests lording barry may sole author play satirises supposed sexual lasciviousness familia caritatis family love religious sect founded henry nicholis 16th century br br maria love gerardine uncle glister physician opposes match gerardine pretends depart long ocean voyage leaving trunk containing earthly possessions maria maria opens trunk finds gerardine inside meanwhile glister cheats wife familist wife purge apothecary two dim witted gallants gudgeon lipsalve try bed every woman meet want nothing gain access secretive familist meeting house rumor bastion free love help dryfat merchant club apprentice gerardine stages mock trial intention teaching everyone lesson summary wikipedia rob board br br b cast b narrator a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br gerardine a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br maria a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br glister a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br mistress glister a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mistress purge a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br purge a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lipsalve a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br gudgeon a href https librivox org reader 9809 andrew utley a br dryfat a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br club a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br shrimp a href https librivox org reader 10458 scarlettg a br periwinkle a href https librivox org reader 9810 stoofy a br vial a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br within a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br b edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a b br |
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10943 |
11600 |
Bible (Fenton) NT06-NT27: Romans to Revelation |
Ferrar Fenton Bible |
Bibles |
Work on the translation began in 1853 by a London businessman named Ferrar Fenton (1832–1920). The complete Bible was first published in 1903, though parts were published as separate volumes during the preceding 11 years. The translation is noted for a rearranging of the books of the Bible into what the author believed was the correct chronological order. In the Old Testament, this order follows that of the Hebrew Bible. The name of God was translated throughout the Old Testament as "The Ever-Living". The Bible is described as "translated into English direct from the original Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek languages." For his translation of the Book of Job which appeared in 1898, Fenton was assisted by Henrik Borgström. This was "rendered into the same metre as the original Hebrew, word by word and line by line". His translation of the New Testament is based on the Greek text of Westcott and Hort. The ordering novelty in the New Testament is that it places the Gospel of John and the First Epistle of John at the beginning before the Gospel of Matthew, thus placing the Acts of the Apostles immediately after the Gospel of Luke.<br><br>Notable as well, is Ferrar Fenton's restoration of the Psalms into the musical verse form as close to the original as he could get. The Psalms were, quite literally, songs, complete with instructions for the "choirmaster" as well as descriptions of the appropriate musical instruments to be used. Today Psalm 48, Psalm 137, and Psalm 23 are still sung in churches, albeit to tunes not the original. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-romans-to-revelation-by-ferrar-fenton-bible/ |
work translation began 1853 london businessman named ferrar fenton 1832 1920 complete bible first published 1903 though parts published separate volumes preceding 11 years translation noted rearranging books bible author believed correct chronological order old testament order follows hebrew bible name god translated throughout old testament the ever living bible described translated english direct original hebrew chaldee greek languages translation book job appeared 1898 fenton assisted henrik borgström rendered metre original hebrew word word line line translation new testament based greek text westcott hort ordering novelty new testament places gospel john first epistle john beginning gospel matthew thus placing acts apostles immediately gospel luke br br notable well ferrar fenton s restoration psalms musical verse form close original could get psalms were quite literally songs complete instructions choirmaster well descriptions appropriate musical instruments used today psalm 48 psalm 137 psalm 23 still sung churches albeit tunes original summary wikipedia |
| 11003 |
10944 |
11601 |
Kittyboy's Christmas |
Amy Ella Blanchard |
Animals & Nature |
Is Santa Claus real? Six year old Elinor thinks so as she sends her letter, and persuades her friend Bill to do likewise. On the other side of town, a stray kitten adopts a lonely bachelor. As the two worlds come together, the magic of Christmas is kept alive for all ages in this heart-warming tale.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/kittyboys-christmas-by-amy-ella-blanchard/ |
santa claus real six year old elinor thinks sends letter persuades friend bill likewise side town stray kitten adopts lonely bachelor two worlds come together magic christmas kept alive ages heart warming tale lynne thompson |
| 11004 |
10945 |
11602 |
Carmilla (Version 2) |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Laura grew up on a castle in the Austrian mountains with her father, slightly lonely as there are no potential companions around. Her loneliness is at an end when a carriage accindent close by their castle brings a mysterious visitor: Carmilla was injured in the accident, and remains at the castle to heal. But there is something dark about Carmilla. Is Laura in danger? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/carmilla-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
laura grew castle austrian mountains father slightly lonely potential companions around loneliness end carriage accindent close castle brings mysterious visitor carmilla injured accident remains castle heal something dark carmilla laura danger summary carolin |
| 11005 |
10946 |
11603 |
Oh, For a Home of Rest! |
Eliza Paul Kirkbride Gurney |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Eliza Paul Kirkbride Gurney was a Quaker minister who, when her husband Joseph John Gurney died in 1847, continued the labours of a traveling minister. She corresponded with Abraham Lincoln, who was found to have a two year old letter from Eliza, carefully “treasured up” by him in his breast pocket when assassinated. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/oh-for-a-home-of-rest-by-eliza-paul-kirkbride-gurney/ |
eliza paul kirkbride gurney quaker minister who husband joseph john gurney died 1847 continued labours traveling minister corresponded abraham lincoln found two year old letter eliza carefully treasured up breast pocket assassinated summary david lawrence |
| 11006 |
10947 |
11604 |
''In Re a Gentleman, One'' |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Paterson lived and worked in Sydney for most of his adult life, but his poems mostly presented a highly romantic view of the bush and the iconic figure of the bushman. Influenced by the work of another Australian poet John Farrell, his representation of the bushman as a tough, independent and heroic underdog became the ideal qualities underpinning the national character. His work is often compared to the prose of Henry Lawson, particularly the seminal work, "The Drover's Wife", which presented a considerably less romantic view of the harshness of rural existence of the late 19th century.\n(In regard to this poem. When an attorney is called before the Full Court to answer for any alleged misconduct it is not usual to publish his name until he is found guilty; until then the matter appears in the papers as "In re a Gentleman, One of the Attorneys of the Supreme Court," or, more shortly, "In re a Gent., One.") - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/in-re-a-gentleman-one-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
paterson lived worked sydney adult life poems mostly presented highly romantic view bush iconic figure bushman influenced work another australian poet john farrell representation bushman tough independent heroic underdog became ideal qualities underpinning national character work often compared prose henry lawson particularly seminal work the drover s wife presented considerably less romantic view harshness rural existence late 19th century in regard poem attorney called full court answer alleged misconduct usual publish name found guilty matter appears papers in gentleman one attorneys supreme court or shortly in gent one summary wikipedia |
| 11007 |
10961 |
11618 |
Flying Girl |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Frank L. Baum, author of the Oz books, delivers an engaging story for all ages. Orissa Kane works in order to provide for her family. Her mother is blind, while her brother devotes his time to his invention, a flying machine. Everything changes when he brakes his leg and Orissa decides to continue developing the machine. This fascinating and relatable book explores the early days of aviation, and the changing role of women. Frank L. Baum chose to publish this book under the name Edith Van Dime. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-flying-girl-by-l-frank-baum/ |
frank l baum author oz books delivers engaging story ages orissa kane works order provide family mother blind brother devotes time invention flying machine everything changes brakes leg orissa decides continue developing machine fascinating relatable book explores early days aviation changing role women frank l baum chose publish book name edith van dime summary stav nisser |
| 11008 |
10948 |
11605 |
Golden Book of Springfield |
Vachel Lindsay |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
<i>The Golden Book of Springfield</i> is American poet Vachel Lindsay's strange and mystical odyssey through the Springfield, Illinois of 2018, where the residents of that city strive to turn their home into a democratic utopia. It is a "Springfield a hundred years hence," a dreamlike space of spiritual and social awakenings. But when the threat of international war begins to loom over the horizon, the citizens of Springfield must find new ways to protect their city and keep it a "practical City of God."\n\nThis is Vachel Lindsay's only long-form narrative work and a fascinating entry into the utopian fiction subgenre that came about after the publication of Edward Bellamy's <i>Looking Backward</i>. - Summary by Chuck Williamson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-book-of-springfield-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
i the golden book springfield i american poet vachel lindsay s strange mystical odyssey springfield illinois 2018 residents city strive turn home democratic utopia springfield hundred years hence dreamlike space spiritual social awakenings threat international war begins loom horizon citizens springfield must find new ways protect city keep practical city god vachel lindsay s long form narrative work fascinating entry utopian fiction subgenre came publication edward bellamy s i looking backward i summary chuck williamson |
| 11009 |
10949 |
11606 |
Viajes de Gulliver a diversos países remotos |
Jonathan Swift |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction |
Los Viajes de Gulliver pertenece al género fantástico y es unn serie de viajes imaginarios, que leídos en profundidad, constituye una de las mejores sátiras que se han escrito. Swift escribió los Viajes de Gulliver, desde la experiencia de Swift con los Tories y sus conflictos con los Whigs, estas disputas fueron la causa para escribir libros que burlando la opinión religiosa, gubernamental o popular, ponían en evidencia los diferentes puntos de vista entre ellos y con él mismo.<br><br>La obra relata los cuatro viajes por mar, realizados por un médico de abordo llamado Lemuel Gulliver. A través de Gullliver, J.Swift en sus cuatro viajes por diferentes países, representa cada uno, una parte corrupta de Inglaterra. Swift critica al gobierno, la sociedad, la ciencia y la religión. No solamente hace crítica de las costumbres de cada país, sino que además se burla del hombre ingenuo, quien tiene la incapacidad para figurarse el doble sentido de las cosas. Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/viajes-de-gulliver-by-jonathan-swift/ |
los viajes de gulliver pertenece al género fantástico es unn serie de viajes imaginarios que leídos en profundidad constituye una de las mejores sátiras que se han escrito swift escribió los viajes de gulliver desde la experiencia de swift con los tories sus conflictos con los whigs estas disputas fueron la causa para escribir libros que burlando la opinión religiosa gubernamental popular ponían en evidencia los diferentes puntos de vista entre ellos con él mismo br br la obra relata los cuatro viajes por mar realizados por un médico de abordo llamado lemuel gulliver través de gullliver j swift en sus cuatro viajes por diferentes países representa cada uno una parte corrupta de inglaterra swift critica al gobierno la sociedad la ciencia la religión solamente hace crítica de las costumbres de cada país sino que además se burla del hombre ingenuo quien tiene la incapacidad para figurarse el doble sentido de las cosas summary phileas fogg |
| 11010 |
10950 |
11607 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 6: Renaissance and Reformation |
John Lord |
Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
Volume 6 blends literature, exploration, science, and the start of Protestantism with discussions of Chaucer, Dante, Luther and others. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-6-renaissance-and-reformation-by-john-lord/ |
volume 6 blends literature exploration science start protestantism discussions chaucer dante luther others summary khand |
| 11011 |
10951 |
11608 |
Watch and Wait; The Young Fugitives |
Oliver Optic |
Historical Fiction, Family, Religion |
One soft summer evening, when Woodville was crowned with the glory and beauty of the joyous season, three strangers presented themselves before the Grant family, and asked for counsel and assistance. The party consisted of two boys and a girl, and they belonged to that people which the traditions of the past have made the "despised race;" but the girl was whiter and fairer than many a proud belle who would have scorned her in any other capacity than that of a servant; and one of the boys was very nearly white, while the other was as black as ebony undefiled. They were fugitives and wanderers from the far south-west; and the story which they told to Mr. Grant and his happy family will form the substance of this volume. - Summary from Chapter 1 of text<br><br>\nListeners, please be advised that this book contains material related to slavery which some may find offensive. These types of actions and language were common during the historical period during which this account is written.<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/ |
one soft summer evening woodville crowned glory beauty joyous season three strangers presented grant family asked counsel assistance party consisted two boys girl belonged people traditions past made despised race girl whiter fairer many proud belle would scorned capacity servant one boys nearly white black ebony undefiled fugitives wanderers far south west story told mr grant happy family form substance volume summary chapter 1 text br br listeners please advised book contains material related slavery may find offensive types actions language common historical period account written br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
| 11012 |
10952 |
11609 |
Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2 |
Isaac D'Israeli |
Literary Collections |
This is the second volume of the collected Curiosities of Literature by Isaac D'Israeli. As in volume one, D'Isreali again takes us on a tour around literature, with a dash of history and politics here and there. The subjects are so varied that all listeners can count on learning something new. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-literature-vol-2-by-isaac-disraeli/ |
second volume collected curiosities literature isaac d israeli volume one d isreali takes us tour around literature dash history politics there subjects varied listeners count learning something new summary carolin |
| 11013 |
10953 |
11610 |
Trace of Memory |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
Legion was homeless and hungry and looking for a way to get to Miami when he crossed paths with Foster. Foster enlists Legion's aid in dealing with the mysterious light-beings called Hunters who he says have been chasing him, and also in recovering his lost memories. He possesses a journal with entries dating back centuries which contain the only clues to his identity. Their quest involves Stonehenge, alien space ships, far away planets and unique ways of dealing with age and life's memories. - Summary by Nick Bulka |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/a-trace-of-memory-by-keith-laumer/ |
legion homeless hungry looking way get miami crossed paths foster foster enlists legion s aid dealing mysterious light beings called hunters says chasing him also recovering lost memories possesses journal entries dating back centuries contain clues identity quest involves stonehenge alien space ships far away planets unique ways dealing age life s memories summary nick bulka |
| 11014 |
10954 |
11611 |
Plato's Definitions and Epigrams / Πλάτωνος Ὅροι καὶ Ἐπιγράμματα |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Philosophy, Ancient |
<br>Definitions is a dictionary of 184 terms, originated in Plato’s Academy. Until late antiquity Plato was named as the author of this work, but in the anonymous Prolegomena to Platonic Philosophy, 10. 26. 4 Speusippus is mentioned as the author.<br>\nThe 32 Epigrams are attributed to Plato and are short poems written in the form of elegiac couplets.<br>\n(Summary by Maria Sozopoulou)<br>\n<br>\nΟἱ Ὅροι εἶναι ἕνα λεξικὸ μὲ 184 ὅρους, τὸ ὁποῖο προέρχεται ἀπὸ τὴν Πλατωνικὴ Ἀκαδημία. Μέχρι καὶ τὴν ὕστερη ἀρχαιότητα συγγραφέας τῶν Ὅρων θεωρεῖτο ὁ Πλάτων, ὅμως στὸ ἔργο τοῦ ἀνωνύμου Προλεγόμενα τῆς Πλάτωνος φιλοσοφίας, 10. 26. 4 ἀναφέρεται ὡς συγγραφέας ὁ Σπεύσιππος.<br>\nΤὰ 32 Ἐπιγράμματα ἀποδίδονται στὸν Πλάτωνα. Πρόκειται γιὰ μικρὰ ποιήματα γραμμένα σὲ ἐλεγειακὸ δίστιχο.<br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/platos-definitions-and-epigrams-by-plato/ |
br definitions dictionary 184 terms originated plato s academy late antiquity plato named author work anonymous prolegomena platonic philosophy 10 26 4 speusippus mentioned author br 32 epigrams attributed plato short poems written form elegiac couplets br summary maria sozopoulou br br οἱ ὅροι εἶναι ἕνα λεξικὸ μὲ 184 ὅρους τὸ ὁποῖο προέρχεται ἀπὸ τὴν πλατωνικὴ ἀκαδημία μέχρι καὶ τὴν ὕστερη ἀρχαιότητα συγγραφέας τῶν ὅρων θεωρεῖτο ὁ πλάτων ὅμως στὸ ἔργο τοῦ ἀνωνύμου προλεγόμενα τῆς πλάτωνος φιλοσοφίας 10 26 4 ἀναφέρεται ὡς συγγραφέας ὁ σπεύσιππος br τὰ 32 ἐπιγράμματα ἀποδίδονται στὸν πλάτωνα πρόκειται γιὰ μικρὰ ποιήματα γραμμένα σὲ ἐλεγειακὸ δίστιχο br br |
| 11015 |
10955 |
11612 |
Rainy Week (Version 2) |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Humorous Fiction |
A couple invite people of different walks of life to their cottage along the beach, during the rainiest week of the year. The gathered people are unknowing actors in a carefully crafted play that is created by inviting personalities that can be manipulated by the ever changing environment, or by other nearby personalities. ( Glenn Koster, Jr.)</p>\n“To be indeed absolutely explicit experience has proved, with an almost chemical accuracy, that, quite regardless of "age, sex, or previous condition of servitude," this particular combination of Romantic Passion, Psychic Austerity, Tragedy, Ambition, Poignancy, Innocence, And Irritation, cannot be housed together for even one Rainy Week without producing drama!” (Eleanor Hallowell Abbott)</p> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/rainy-week-version-2-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
couple invite people different walks life cottage along beach rainiest week year gathered people unknowing actors carefully crafted play created inviting personalities manipulated ever changing environment nearby personalities glenn koster jr p to indeed absolutely explicit experience proved almost chemical accuracy that quite regardless age sex previous condition servitude particular combination romantic passion psychic austerity tragedy ambition poignancy innocence irritation cannot housed together even one rainy week without producing drama eleanor hallowell abbott p |
| 11016 |
10956 |
11613 |
Betty Baird's Ventures |
Anna Hamlin Weikel |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Betty has graduated from the Pines and is now with her parents at their new home on Long Island. When Betty finds out that her father is having trouble paying the mortgage, she decides to spread her entrepreneurial wings and help with the family finances. But can a young girl in 1907 earn enough money to make a difference? Does Betty have the spirit and determination to stick with her plans, even when others try to discourage her? ( Holly Jenson) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/betty-bairds-ventures-by-anna-hamlin-weikel/ |
betty graduated pines parents new home long island betty finds father trouble paying mortgage decides spread entrepreneurial wings help family finances young girl 1907 earn enough money make difference betty spirit determination stick plans even others try discourage her holly jenson |
| 11017 |
10957 |
11614 |
Civitate Dei Libri XXII |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Christianity - Other |
The City of God Against the Pagans (Latin: De ciuitate Dei contra paganos), often called The City of God, is a book of Christian philosophy written in Latin by Augustine of Hippo in the early 5th century AD. The book was in response to allegations that Christianity brought about the decline of Rome and is considered one of Augustine's most important works, standing alongside The Confessions, The Enchiridion, On Christian Doctrine and On the Trinity. As a work of one of the most influential Church Fathers, The City of God is a cornerstone of Western thought, expounding on many profound questions of theology, such as the suffering of the righteous, the existence of evil, the conflict between free will and divine omniscience, and the doctrine of original sin. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Latin |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/de-civitate-dei-libri-xxii-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
city god pagans latin de ciuitate dei contra paganos often called city god book christian philosophy written latin augustine hippo early 5th century ad book response allegations christianity brought decline rome considered one augustine s important works standing alongside confessions enchiridion christian doctrine trinity work one influential church fathers city god cornerstone western thought expounding many profound questions theology suffering righteous existence evil conflict free divine omniscience doctrine original sin summary wikipedia |
| 11018 |
10958 |
11615 |
Sorrows of Satan - Or, the Strange Experience of One Geoffrey Tempest, Millionaire |
Marie Corelli |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
In this 1895 Faustian novel by British author Marie Corelli, we follow the journey of Geoffrey Tempest. Initially a starving and penniless writer, his good fortune comes upon him in the form of a huge inheritance, and the friendship of a character who "is not what he seems", Prince Lucio Rimanez. Geoffrey seems to have the devils luck about him as he climbs the social ladder, marries the daughter of an Earl, and is the envy of all high society. Inevitably his luck and good fortune begin to crumble as it slowly becomes apparent who Prince Rimanez truly is. Geoffrey reaches his crisis point as he is forced to choose his true master. - Summary by Lisa Statler. |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-sorrows-of-satan-or-the-strange-experience-of-one-geoffrey-tempest-millionaire-by-marie-corelli/ |
1895 faustian novel british author marie corelli follow journey geoffrey tempest initially starving penniless writer good fortune comes upon form huge inheritance friendship character is seems prince lucio rimanez geoffrey seems devils luck climbs social ladder marries daughter earl envy high society inevitably luck good fortune begin crumble slowly becomes apparent prince rimanez truly is geoffrey reaches crisis point forced choose true master summary lisa statler |
| 11019 |
10959 |
11616 |
Sonata de otoño: memorias del marqués de Bradomín |
Ramón del Valle-Inclán |
Romance, Satire |
Localizada en Galicia, en la primera aparición del personaje de Bradomín, se desarrolla en un pazo al que se dirige el marqués donde se está muriendo su amada Concha, una mujer con la que tuvo una relación amorosa anteriormente la cual sigue enamorada de él. Es un sentimiento de melancolía porque es un amor pasado. En la Sonata de otoño, Bradomín comienza citando una carta de Concha que ya hace mucho tiempo ha perdido. La acción comienza al recibir la carta, pero en su transcurso se evocan, en pasados consecutivos, las etapas de la relación amorosa, y también el futuro. Hay que decir que Bradomín suele distanciarse irónicamente de la realidad, idealizando el pasado, enjuiciando sus propios actos o modelándose de actitudes ideales, de prestigio histórico y literario. Summary by Wikipedia |
Spanish |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/sonata-de-otono-by-ramon-del-valle-inclan/ |
localizada en galicia en la primera aparición del personaje de bradomín se desarrolla en un pazo al que se dirige el marqués donde se está muriendo su amada concha una mujer con la que tuvo una relación amorosa anteriormente la cual sigue enamorada de él es un sentimiento de melancolía porque es un amor pasado en la sonata de otoño bradomín comienza citando una carta de concha que ya hace mucho tiempo ha perdido la acción comienza al recibir la carta pero en su transcurso se evocan en pasados consecutivos las etapas de la relación amorosa también el futuro hay que decir que bradomín suele distanciarse irónicamente de la realidad idealizando el pasado enjuiciando sus propios actos modelándose de actitudes ideales de prestigio histórico literario summary wikipedia |
| 11020 |
10960 |
11617 |
Easter Interpreted |
Robert Browning |
Poetry |
Robert Browning is still well-known today as a distinguished English poet. His poetry is still widely read, recited, and taught in schools. In this little volume, Rose Porter has compiled a collection of his poems concerning Easter. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/easter-interpreted-by-robert-browning/ |
robert browning still well known today distinguished english poet poetry still widely read recited taught schools little volume rose porter compiled collection poems concerning easter summary carolin |
| 11021 |
10963 |
11620 |
Birds and All Nature, Vol. VII, No 5, May 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-all-nature-vol-vii-no-5-may-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 11022 |
10964 |
11621 |
Uphill |
Christina Rossetti |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Rossetti began writing down and dating her poems from 1842, mostly imitating her favoured poets. From 1847 she began experimenting with verse forms such as sonnets, hymns and ballads; drawing narratives from the Bible, folk tales and the lives of the saints. Her early pieces often feature meditations on death and loss, in the Romantic tradition. - Summary by Wikidepia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/uphill-by-christina-rossetti/ |
rossetti began writing dating poems 1842 mostly imitating favoured poets 1847 began experimenting verse forms sonnets hymns ballads drawing narratives bible folk tales lives saints early pieces often feature meditations death loss romantic tradition summary wikidepia |
| 11023 |
10965 |
11622 |
World English Bible |
World English Bible |
World English Bible |
The Holy Bible derived from the American Standard Bible of 1901. - Summary by Winfred Wardell Henson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/world-english-bible-complete/ |
holy bible derived american standard bible 1901 summary winfred wardell henson |
| 11024 |
10966 |
11623 |
Margaret of Angoulême, Queen of Navarre |
Agnes Mary Frances Robinson |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism |
Margaret of Angoulême, Queen of Navarre (Marguerite de Navarre), (1492-1549), was the sister of Francis I, King of France. She was highly-educated and was courted by the future Henry VIII of England. However, at the age of seventeen, she was married by royal decree to the untutored dolt, Charles IV of Alençon. After his death she wed Henry II of Navarre by whom she had a daughter (the mother of the future Henry IV of France) and a son, who died in infancy. The author takes us with Margaret on her perilous journey over the Pyrenees to Spain to attempt to free her brother, Francis, held captive by the Holy Roman Emperor. Margaret's support for the first stirrings of the Reformation in France alarmed the Catholic conservatives of the Sorbonne. Her cycle of short stories, the "Heptameron," is still read and enjoyed today. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/margaret-of-angouleme-queen-of-navarre-by-agnes-mary-frances-robinson/ |
margaret angoulême queen navarre marguerite de navarre 1492 1549 sister francis i king france highly educated courted future henry viii england however age seventeen married royal decree untutored dolt charles iv alençon death wed henry ii navarre daughter the mother future henry iv france son died infancy author takes us margaret perilous journey pyrenees spain attempt free brother francis held captive holy roman emperor margaret s support first stirrings reformation france alarmed catholic conservatives sorbonne cycle short stories heptameron still read enjoyed today pamela nagami |
| 11025 |
10967 |
11624 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 2 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 2 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 1:29 - 5:34. (Summary by the reader) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-2-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 2 commentary st john s gospel covers john 1 29 5 34 summary reader |
| 11026 |
10968 |
11625 |
Marriage of William Ashe |
Mary Augusta Ward |
Historical Fiction |
William Ashe, an up and coming politician, impulsively marries Kitty, a young, flighty and strange girl who, far from supporting her husband in his career, instead does exactly as she pleases. The book follows the course of their marriage to a rather unexpected conclusion. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-marriage-of-william-ashe-by-mary-augusta-ward/ |
william ashe coming politician impulsively marries kitty young flighty strange girl who far supporting husband career instead exactly pleases book follows course marriage rather unexpected conclusion summary simon evers |
| 11027 |
10969 |
11626 |
Poems of American History, Volume 5, The Period of Expansion |
Various |
Anthologies, Modern (19th C) |
The final section of Poems of American History covers The Reconstruction after the Civil War, the First Centennial, the continued expansion westward, the assasination of Garfield, The Spanish American War, and World War I. Poets in this volume include: John Greenleaf Whittier, Bret Harte, Oliver Wendell Holmes, William Cullen Bryant, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Wallace Rice, Vachel Lindsay, Joyce Kilmer, and many more. - Summary by Ed Humpal |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-american-history-vol-5-the-period-of-expansion-by-various/ |
final section poems american history covers reconstruction civil war first centennial continued expansion westward assasination garfield spanish american war world war i poets volume include john greenleaf whittier bret harte oliver wendell holmes william cullen bryant henry wadsworth longfellow wallace rice vachel lindsay joyce kilmer many more summary ed humpal |
| 11028 |
10970 |
11628 |
Daughter of the Land (version 2) |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
A Daughter of the Land follows Kate Bates, one of sixteen children, as she takes the wings of morning to try for independence and the life she's been denied. She dreams of a husband, children, and a farm, yet her actions have far-reaching consequences. This is a story of love and forgiveness, a picture of the brokenness around us, and it shows how God can make all things work together for good and shed hope and light in the midst of the valley of the shadow. - Summary by Patience Charles |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-daughter-of-the-land-version-2-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
daughter land follows kate bates one sixteen children takes wings morning try independence life denied dreams husband children farm yet actions far reaching consequences story love forgiveness picture brokenness around us shows god make things work together good shed hope light midst valley shadow summary patience charles |
| 11029 |
10971 |
11629 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1829 - 1836) |
Andrew Jackson |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Andrew Jackson. (Wikipedia and Linette Geisel) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-1829-1836-by-andrew-jackson/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses andrew jackson wikipedia linette geisel p |
| 11030 |
10972 |
11630 |
Princess Zoubaroff |
Ronald Firbank |
Comedy |
The Princess Zoubaroff is a witty, subversive, and unbelievably suggestive play, far ahead of its time. Through razor-sharp dialogue and outrageous scenarios, Ronald Firbanks takes aim at all of the sacred cows of polite English society: matrimony, motherhood, religion, and sexuality. </p>\nEnid and Eric are newlyweds, although neither is particularly happy with this new arrangement. While honeymooning at their friends’ vacation home in Florence, Eric and his friend Adrian leave for the mountains. The women, left alone, are entertained by various friends including Lord Orkish and his young friend Reggie, thinly-veiled analogues to Oscar Wilde and his lover Lord Alfred Douglas, Blanche Negress, author of “Lesbia, or Would he Understand?”, and Lady Rocktower, whose 11-year-old daughter Glyda finds herself embroiled in imaginary love affairs. Chief amongst this coterie of friends and neighbors is the titular Princess Zena Zoubaroff, who intends to found a convent in Florence and has, much to the chagrin of Eric, totally bewitched the disillusioned Enid. - Summary by ChuckW</p>\n<b>Cast List:</b><br>\nPrincess Zena Zoubaroff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Glyda Rocktower: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Reggie Quintus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Adrian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Lord Orkish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8307">Nick Bulka</a><br>Nadine Sheil-Meyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Blanche Negress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Angelo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Enid Tresilian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Lady Rocktower: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Eric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Monsignor Vanhove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Dante Silvio Paolao: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Marchesa Pitti-Conti: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Mrs. Mangrove (Nurse): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11183">VivianWeaver</a><br><br><b>Narrated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a></b><br><br> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-zoubaroff-by-ronald-firbank/ |
princess zoubaroff witty subversive unbelievably suggestive play far ahead time razor sharp dialogue outrageous scenarios ronald firbanks takes aim sacred cows polite english society matrimony motherhood religion sexuality p enid eric newlyweds although neither particularly happy new arrangement honeymooning friends vacation home florence eric friend adrian leave mountains women left alone entertained various friends including lord orkish young friend reggie thinly veiled analogues oscar wilde lover lord alfred douglas blanche negress author lesbia would understand lady rocktower whose 11 year old daughter glyda finds embroiled imaginary love affairs chief amongst coterie friends neighbors titular princess zena zoubaroff intends found convent florence has much chagrin eric totally bewitched disillusioned enid summary chuckw p b cast list b br princess zena zoubaroff a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br glyda rocktower a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br reggie quintus a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br adrian a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br lord orkish a href https librivox org reader 8307 nick bulka a br nadine sheil meyer a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br blanche negress a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br angelo a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br enid tresilian a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br lady rocktower a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br eric a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br monsignor vanhove a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br dante silvio paolao a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br marchesa pitti conti a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mrs mangrove nurse a href https librivox org reader 11183 vivianweaver a br br b narrated by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a b br br |
| 11031 |
10973 |
11631 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Part 2: Urbain Grandier (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime, Christianity - Other |
This is the dramatic story of Urbain Grandier, a catholic priest, who had a reputation to rival that of Casanova, which ultimately led to his destruction. He was accused of witchcraft after a series of accusations from nuns of a nearby convent, who claimed that Grandier has sent several demons upon them. The case is very well documented, and the original documents of the alleged pact, written in backwards Latin and signed by all participating demons, are still preserved. The case continues to inspire art and sciences, leading to assessments of the events in light of modern sociology, psychology, and legal sciences. Alexandre Dumas' version of the events is presented here. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-part-2-urbain-grandier-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dramatic story urbain grandier catholic priest reputation rival casanova ultimately led destruction accused witchcraft series accusations nuns nearby convent claimed grandier sent several demons upon them case well documented original documents alleged pact written backwards latin signed participating demons still preserved case continues inspire art sciences leading assessments events light modern sociology psychology legal sciences alexandre dumas version events presented here summary carolin |
| 11032 |
10974 |
11632 |
World's Desire |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
H. Rider Haggard (author of King Solomon's Mines the Allan Quatermain Series, and many more) and Andrew Lang (author of, among others, the rainbow coloured fairytale books) collaborate to lend their talent to one of the most fascinating and well known stories of all times. Odysseus returns home from the war, but does not find the peace and quiet which he craves. His home is ravaged, and his wife Penelope is dead. He comunicates with an old flame, the beautiful Helen of Troy, who sends him to his ultimate and defining last journey. Read about his adventures, and what might have been, in this beautiful novel by two of Britian's best Vctorian novelists. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-desire-by-andrew-lang/ |
h rider haggard author king solomon s mines allan quatermain series many more andrew lang author of among others rainbow coloured fairytale books collaborate lend talent one fascinating well known stories times odysseus returns home war find peace quiet craves home ravaged wife penelope dead comunicates old flame beautiful helen troy sends ultimate defining last journey read adventures might been beautiful novel two britian s best vctorian novelists summary stav nisser wikipedia |
| 11033 |
10975 |
11633 |
Inconstant |
George Farquhar |
Plays, Satire |
Subtitled "The Way to Win Him:, this play is placed in Paris - a change from many others of Farquhar's plays which used English settings - though still presented to the same English audience. "This comedy ... had a reception, on the first night of its appearance, far inferior to that of his other productions. It was, with difficulty, saved from condemnation; and the author ... boldly charged some secret enemies with having attempted its destruction." (I can sympathize with the author; I think this play is as complex and funny as all his rest. - thw) - Summary by ToddHW and Mrs Inchbald, a critic of the 1800s\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nOld Mirabel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nYoung Mirabel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCaptain Duretete: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nDugard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nPetit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nBravo 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBravo 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nBravo 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nBravo 4: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nOriana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nBisarre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nLamorce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nLady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1702 |
https://librivox.org/the-inconstant-by-george-farquhar/ |
subtitled the way win him play placed paris change many others farquhar s plays used english settings though still presented english audience this comedy reception first night appearance far inferior productions was difficulty saved condemnation author boldly charged secret enemies attempted destruction i sympathize author think play complex funny rest thw summary toddhw mrs inchbald critic 1800s br br cast list br old mirabel a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br young mirabel a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br captain duretete a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br dugard a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br petit a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br bravo 1 a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br bravo 2 a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br bravo 3 a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br bravo 4 a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br oriana a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br bisarre a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br lamorce a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br lady a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br page a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
| 11034 |
10976 |
11634 |
Paul Jones |
Alexandre Dumas |
Plays, Biography & Autobiography |
Dumas's play talks of American Naval Hero John Paul Jones's romantic entanglements and affairs of honor ashore in France. He later converted it to a novel. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Marquis D'Auray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4744">Amy Gramour</a><br>\nThe Marchioness, his wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nCount Emanuel, their child: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMargaret, their child: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nBaron De Lectoure: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nPaul Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLouis Achard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6249">Thomas A. Copeland</a><br>\nMr. De La Jarry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nMr. De Nozay: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nNotary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nLaffeuille, valet to the Marchioness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nJasmin, valet to Emanuel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/paul-jones-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
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11641 |
Women of Achievement |
Benjamin Griffith Brawley |
Biography & Autobiography |
This volume, published in 1919 by the American Women's Baptist Home Mission Society, opens with an introduction spelling out the important work done by African American women. It speaks both to the "invisible work" of as mothers and wives, and the work done outside the homes in all sorts of industries, as well as in medicine, education, and arts. In addition, it contains short biographies of five brave, inspiring women. - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/women-of-achievement-by-benjamin-griffith-brawley/ |
volume published 1919 american women s baptist home mission society opens introduction spelling important work done african american women speaks invisible work mothers wives work done outside homes sorts industries well medicine education arts addition contains short biographies five brave inspiring women summary kathrinee |
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11635 |
Schoolmistress |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
The second of Pinero's farces, following the wildly successful The Magistrate, and likewise a hit. The Schoolmistress has a secret: "Think of the deception I am practising upon dear Vere! Think of the people who believe in the rigid austerity of Caroline Dyott, Principal of Volumnia College. Think of the precious confidence reposed in me by the parents and relations of twenty-seven innocent pupils. Give an average of eight and a half relations to each pupil; multiply eight and a half by twenty-seven and you approximate the number whose trust I betray this night!"\n\nThe three acts are subtitled 1 - The Mystery, 2 - The Party, and 3 - The Nightmare. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Honorable Vere Queckett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nMiss Dyott, Principal of Volumnia College for Daughters of Gentlemen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nRear-Admiral Archibald Rankling, C.B., of H.M. Flagship Pandora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMrs Rankling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nDinah: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMr Reginald Paulover: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nPeggy Hesslerigge, an Articled Pupil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nLieutenant John (Jack) Mallory, of H.M. Flagship Pandora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMr Saunders, Mr Mallory's Nephew, of the Training Ship Dexterous: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nGwendoline Hawkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11354">Kieren Metts</a><br>\nErmyntrude Johnson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nMr Otto Bernstein, a Popular Composer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nTyler, a Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nJane Chipman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11567">EikyTavie</a><br>\nGoff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nJaffray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nStage Directions and Editing by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-schoolmistress-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
second pinero s farces following wildly successful magistrate likewise hit schoolmistress secret think deception practising upon dear vere think people believe rigid austerity caroline dyott principal volumnia college think precious confidence reposed parents relations twenty seven innocent pupils give average eight half relations pupil multiply eight half twenty seven approximate number whose trust betray night three acts subtitled 1 mystery 2 party 3 nightmare summary toddhw br br cast list br honorable vere queckett a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br miss dyott principal volumnia college daughters gentlemen a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br rear admiral archibald rankling c b h m flagship pandora a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs rankling a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br dinah a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mr reginald paulover a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br peggy hesslerigge articled pupil a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lieutenant john jack mallory h m flagship pandora a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mr saunders mr mallory s nephew training ship dexterous a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br gwendoline hawkins a href https librivox org reader 11354 kieren metts a br ermyntrude johnson a href https librivox org reader 1649 kalynda a br mr otto bernstein popular composer a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br tyler servant a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br jane chipman a href https librivox org reader 11567 eikytavie a br goff a href https librivox org reader 11706 recordingperson a br jaffray a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br stage directions editing by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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10978 |
11636 |
Maria Chapdelaine (version 2) |
Louis Hémon |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The novel Maria Chapdelaine portrays life in rural Quebec at the beginning of the 20th century. Published first in French in 1913, it is a famous example of the genre known as "novels of the land" ("romans du terroir"). These stories sought to reinforce and preserve the cultural, linguistic, and religious heritage of French Canada — a heritage at risk because of French Canada's historical situation as a conquered enclave inside English North America.\n\nMaria is a young woman whose family works the farm they have cleared from the harsh Quebec forest — "a land that has no pity." As young men seek her hand in marriage, she must clarify her own identity, struggling not only with the problem of selecting from among her suitors, but also with her relationship to the land and to her heritage.\n\nThe author Louis Hémon had immigrated from France just two years before writing this novel, and worked on a farm in the Lac Saint-Jean region where the story is set. Hémon died accidentally before seeing his novel in print. (Summary by Bruce Pirie) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/maria-chapdelaine-version-2-by-louis-hemon/ |
novel maria chapdelaine portrays life rural quebec beginning 20th century published first french 1913 famous example genre known novels land romans du terroir stories sought reinforce preserve cultural linguistic religious heritage french canada heritage risk french canada s historical situation conquered enclave inside english north america maria young woman whose family works farm cleared harsh quebec forest a land pity young men seek hand marriage must clarify identity struggling problem selecting among suitors also relationship land heritage author louis hémon immigrated france two years writing novel worked farm lac saint jean region story set hémon died accidentally seeing novel print summary bruce pirie |
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10979 |
11637 |
To His Coy Mistress (version 2) |
Andrew Marvell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Andrew Marvell was an English metaphysical poet, satirist and politician who sat in the House of Commons at various times between 1659 and 1678. During the Commonwealth period he was a colleague and friend of John Milton. His poems range from the love-song "To His Coy Mistress", to evocations of an aristocratic country house and garden in "Upon Appleton House" and "The Garden", the political address "An Horatian Ode upon Cromwell's Return from Ireland", and the later personal and political satires "Flecknoe" and "The Character of Holland". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-his-coy-mistress-version-2-by-andrew-marvell/ |
andrew marvell english metaphysical poet satirist politician sat house commons various times 1659 1678 commonwealth period colleague friend john milton poems range love song to coy mistress evocations aristocratic country house garden upon appleton house the garden political address an horatian ode upon cromwell s return ireland later personal political satires flecknoe the character holland summary wikipedia |
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10980 |
11638 |
In The Workhouse: Christmas Day |
George R. Sims |
Poetry |
George R. Sims was a journalist of the Victorian era who was mostly concerned with social reforms. He was very interested in the life of the poor. This is a dramatic monologue by an inmate at a workhouse, exposing the hypocrisy of the law. A vivid ballad which you would not be able to resist. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-workhouse-christmas-day-by-george-r-sims/ |
george r sims journalist victorian era mostly concerned social reforms interested life poor dramatic monologue inmate workhouse exposing hypocrisy law vivid ballad would able resist summary stav nisser |
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10981 |
11639 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 5) |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
The story that started it all, and inspired plays, movies, and more. Young Dorothy Gale is whisked away to a magical land, meets wonderful friends, and has several adventures. - Summary by W. Blaine Dowler |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-5-by-l-frank-baum/ |
story started all inspired plays movies more young dorothy gale whisked away magical land meets wonderful friends several adventures summary w blaine dowler |
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10982 |
11640 |
Person and Work of the Holy Spirit |
Reuben Archer Torrey |
Christianity - Commentary |
Before one can correctly understand the work of the Holy Spirit, he must first of all know the Spirit Himself. A frequent source of error and fanaticism about the work of the Holy Spirit is the attempt to study and understand His work without first of all coming to know Him as a Person.<br><br>It is of the highest importance from the standpoint of worship that we decide whether the Holy Spirit is a Divine Person, worthy to receive our adoration, our faith, our love, and our entire surrender to Himself, or whether it is simply an influence emanating from God or a power or an illumination that God imparts to us. If the Holy Spirit is a person, and a Divine Person, and we do not know Him as such, then we are robbing a Divine Being of the worship and the faith and the love and the surrender to Himself which are His due.<br><br>It is also of the highest importance from the practical standpoint that we decide whether the Holy Spirit is merely some mysterious and wonderful power that we in our weakness and ignorance are somehow to get hold of and use, or whether the Holy Spirit is a real Person, infinitely holy, infinitely wise, infinitely mighty and infinitely tender who is to get hold of and use us. If we think of the Holy Spirit as so many do as merely a power or influence, our constant thought will be, “How can I get more of the Holy Spirit,” but if we think of Him in the Biblical way as a Divine Person, our thought will rather be, “How can the Holy Spirit have more of me?” (R. A. Torrey) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-holy-spirit-by-reuben-archer-torrey/ |
one correctly understand work holy spirit must first know spirit himself frequent source error fanaticism work holy spirit attempt study understand work without first coming know person br br it highest importance standpoint worship decide whether holy spirit divine person worthy receive adoration faith love entire surrender himself whether simply influence emanating god power illumination god imparts us holy spirit person divine person know such robbing divine worship faith love surrender due br br it also highest importance practical standpoint decide whether holy spirit merely mysterious wonderful power weakness ignorance somehow get hold use whether holy spirit real person infinitely holy infinitely wise infinitely mighty infinitely tender get hold use us think holy spirit many merely power influence constant thought be how get holy spirit think biblical way divine person thought rather be how holy spirit me r a torrey |
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11642 |
Mancha de Sangre |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction, Detective Fiction |
Esta es la primera historia del legendario detective Sherlock Holmes y de su amigo, el doctor Watson, un cirujano militar que regresa a Londres luego de su participación en la guerra de Afganistán. Watson y Holmes se mudan al famoso 221B Baker Street, donde Watson se enfrenta a las excentricidades de Holmes y a su mágica habilidad para la deducción. En esta oportunidad Holmes es llamado para resolver un extraño asesinato: una casa desierta, un cadáver sin heridas, una misteriosa frase escrita con sangre en la pared, dos oficiales de Scotland Yard que no tienen pistas... - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/la-mancha-de-sangre-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
esta es la primera historia del legendario detective sherlock holmes de su amigo el doctor watson un cirujano militar que regresa londres luego de su participación en la guerra de afganistán watson holmes se mudan al famoso 221b baker street donde watson se enfrenta las excentricidades de holmes su mágica habilidad para la deducción en esta oportunidad holmes es llamado para resolver un extraño asesinato una casa desierta un cadáver sin heridas una misteriosa frase escrita con sangre en la pared dos oficiales de scotland yard que tienen pistas summary phileas fogg |
| 11043 |
10985 |
11643 |
Cañas y barro |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
Romance, Sagas |
Cañas y barro relata la historia de una de las familias más importantes de La Abufera valenciana. \nGeneración tras generación se han ganado el prestigio pescando y siendo los mejores barqueros del Palmar. Sin embargo, Tono, hijo del tío Paloma, decide abandonar la pesca y dedicarse a labrar los campos, lo que a consecuencia del fuerte carácter del tío Paloma, se traduce en una gran enemistad entre padre e hijo. \nPor otro lado, Tonet hijo de Tono y nieto del tío Paloma, es un muchacho débil de carácter al que le gusta la vida fácil; esto unido a la relación amorosa con Neleta, su amor de la infancia, pero ya casada con Cañamel, conducirá a la familia al total desprestigio. Resumen de Montse González. |
Spanish |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/canas-y-barro-by-vicente-blasco-ibanez/ |
cañas barro relata la historia de una de las familias más importantes de la abufera valenciana generación tras generación se han ganado el prestigio pescando siendo los mejores barqueros del palmar sin embargo tono hijo del tío paloma decide abandonar la pesca dedicarse labrar los campos lo que consecuencia del fuerte carácter del tío paloma se traduce en una gran enemistad entre padre e hijo por otro lado tonet hijo de tono nieto del tío paloma es un muchacho débil de carácter al que le gusta la vida fácil esto unido la relación amorosa con neleta su amor de la infancia pero ya casada con cañamel conducirá la familia al total desprestigio resumen de montse gonzález |
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10986 |
11644 |
Peeps at People - Being Certain Papers from the Writings of Anne Warrington Witherup |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Biography & Autobiography |
Written by a fictitious first-person narrator, this book puts a humorous spin on encounters with several famous people of the time. "I set forth from my office in London upon my pilgrimage to the shrines of the world's illustrious. Readers everywhere are interested in the home life of men who have made themselves factors in art, science, letters, and history, and to these people I was commissioned to go." -- Summary by TriciaG and from the book. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/peeps-at-people-being-certain-papers-from-the-writings-of-anne-warrington-witherup-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
written fictitious first person narrator book puts humorous spin encounters several famous people time i set forth office london upon pilgrimage shrines world s illustrious readers everywhere interested home life men made factors art science letters history people commissioned go summary triciag book |
| 11045 |
10987 |
11645 |
Book of Myths |
Jean Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of myths--mostly Greek with a smattering of others from the east--written in a clear and easy-to-read style. Lang complemented each myth with poetry by other authors who, like her, were inspired by these ancient stories of the gods. Lang chose these stories because they portrayed heroic gods, faithfully and blindly worshipped by man. Ultimately, however, these gods demonstrated the same frailties as humans, and were found to be just as corrupt. Still, as Lang said, in spite of this these myths portrayed "a wonderful humanity that strikes a vibrant cord . . . ." This is significant to a deeper understanding of the collection as it was published in 1914 against the backdrop of the first world war, the war to end all wars--a war that doomed millions of common men to suffer "Promethean agonies," and die on battlefields in a most un-heroic way. As you listen to the narration, compare the gods of myth--with all their human frailties--to the 20th century, god-like European leaders who traded the wonderful innocence of humanity for the notion of "a noble cause." - Summary by James K. White |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-myths-by-jean-lang/ |
collection myths mostly greek smattering others east written clear easy to read style lang complemented myth poetry authors who like her inspired ancient stories gods lang chose stories portrayed heroic gods faithfully blindly worshipped man ultimately however gods demonstrated frailties humans found corrupt still lang said spite myths portrayed a wonderful humanity strikes vibrant cord significant deeper understanding collection published 1914 backdrop first world war war end wars a war doomed millions common men suffer promethean agonies die battlefields un heroic way listen narration compare gods myth with human frailties to 20th century god like european leaders traded wonderful innocence humanity notion a noble cause summary james k white |
| 11046 |
10988 |
11646 |
Underneath the Bough: A Book of Verses |
Michael Field |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Michael Field, the pseudonym of Katharine Harris Bradley and Edith Emma Cooper. Those poems are of interest not only because they are beautiful examples of aesthetic poetry, but also because many of them contain homosexuality as a theme. The joint authors lived openly as a lesbian couple for forty years around the turn of the 20th century. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/underneath-the-bough-a-book-of-verses-by-michael-field/ |
collection poems michael field pseudonym katharine harris bradley edith emma cooper poems interest beautiful examples aesthetic poetry also many contain homosexuality theme joint authors lived openly lesbian couple forty years around turn 20th century summary carolin |
| 11047 |
10989 |
11647 |
Contrasted Songs |
Marian Longfellow |
Poetry |
This is a volume of collected poetry by American poet Marian Longfellow. The poems lack a uniform theme, but, as the author puts it, "Among these "Contrasted Songs" I trust that the reader will find something to which the heart may respond." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/contrasted-songs-by-marian-longfellow/ |
volume collected poetry american poet marian longfellow poems lack uniform theme but author puts it among contrasted songs trust reader find something heart may respond summary carolin |
| 11048 |
10990 |
11648 |
Poems of Sappho: An Interpretative Rendition into English |
Sappho |
Poetry |
Who shall strike the wax of mystery from those priceless amphoræ, and give to the unsophisticated nostrils of the average reader the ravishing bouquet of wine pressed in a garden in Mitylene, twenty-five centuries ago? - Maurice Thompson<br></br>This is a collection of the poetry of Sappho, in a "rather creative translation" by American poet John Myers O'Hara. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-sappho-an-interpretative-rendition-into-english/ |
shall strike wax mystery priceless amphoræ give unsophisticated nostrils average reader ravishing bouquet wine pressed garden mitylene twenty five centuries ago maurice thompson br br this collection poetry sappho rather creative translation american poet john myers o hara summary carolin |
| 11049 |
10991 |
11649 |
Katydid's Poems |
Kate Slaughter McKinney |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by Kate Slaughter McKinney, poet laureate of the State of Alabama of 1931, who often went by the pen-name Katydid. The poems are cute and amusing, children will enjoy them. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/katydids-poems-by-kate-slaughter-mckinney/ |
volume poems kate slaughter mckinney poet laureate state alabama 1931 often went pen name katydid poems cute amusing children enjoy them summary carolin |
| 11050 |
10993 |
11651 |
Confessions of a Book-Lover |
E. Walter Walters |
Essays & Short Works, Writing & Linguistics |
"I am of the company of book men who read simply for the love of it," confesses E. Walter Walters, in this gently written tome. Walters documents his habit of "book fishing--" seeking and finding quality volumes in the discount binds at his booksellers, and as a connoisseur of wine might match varieties with courses, he matches his books with the contexts in which he reads them--in the garden, in the bedroom, with friends. He also provides a list of his favorite authors (mostly 19th century United Kingdom) and favorite books, as well as favorite characters from the books he has read, not in a way to impose his choices on other readers, but to share his own personal experiences. (summary by Dr. P. Gould) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/confessions-book-lover-by-e-walter-walters/ |
i company book men read simply love it confesses e walter walters gently written tome walters documents habit book fishing seeking finding quality volumes discount binds booksellers connoisseur wine might match varieties courses matches books contexts reads them in garden bedroom friends also provides list favorite authors mostly 19th century united kingdom favorite books well favorite characters books read way impose choices readers share personal experiences summary dr p gould |
| 11051 |
10994 |
11652 |
Renascence: A Book of Verse |
Walter Crane |
Single author |
Walter Crane is better known as an artist and illustrator of children’s books. His illustrations defined a whole genre which influenced the field for many years. He was also involved in various socialist causes and leant his artistic talent to many left-leaning publications. Some of the sentiments can be found reflected in this volume of his own poetry. The first section contains poems published for the first time, while the second section contains many verses that appeared in other publications and books. The verses are illustrated with black and white engravings of his art, of course. The publication page contains this note, “ This Edition on Large Paper is limited to Sixty-five copies for England and Thirty-five for America. This copy is No. 45 of the English Edition.” - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/renascence-a-book-of-verse-by-walter-crane/ |
walter crane better known artist illustrator children s books illustrations defined whole genre influenced field many years also involved various socialist causes leant artistic talent many left leaning publications sentiments found reflected volume poetry first section contains poems published first time second section contains many verses appeared publications books verses illustrated black white engravings art course publication page contains note edition large paper limited sixty five copies england thirty five america copy no 45 english edition summary larry wilson |
| 11052 |
10995 |
11653 |
Trail of the Tramp |
Leon Ray Livingston |
Biography & Autobiography |
This book, written by the famous hobo and author, Leon Ray Livingston aka A-No. 1, is built on his own experiences on the road. The first chapter of the book sets up a framing narrative, where Canada Joe promises to tell a story which is not "the same, old, time-worn tales of how slick hoboes beat trains, nor fabled romance concerning harmless wanderlusters, nor jokes at the expense of the poor but honest man in search of legitimate employment, but I shall relate to you a rarely strange story that will stir your hearts to their innermost depths and will cause you to shudder at the villainy of certain human beings, who, like vultures seeking carrion, hunt for other people's sons with the intention of turning them into tramps, beggars, drunkards and criminals--into despised outcasts." Come listen to his story! - Summary by kathrinee. |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-trail-of-the-tramp-by-leon-ray-livingston/ |
book written famous hobo author leon ray livingston aka a no 1 built experiences road first chapter book sets framing narrative canada joe promises tell story the same old time worn tales slick hoboes beat trains fabled romance concerning harmless wanderlusters jokes expense poor honest man search legitimate employment shall relate rarely strange story stir hearts innermost depths cause shudder villainy certain human beings who like vultures seeking carrion hunt people s sons intention turning tramps beggars drunkards criminals into despised outcasts come listen story summary kathrinee |
| 11053 |
10996 |
11654 |
Little Journeys to the Homes of American Statesmen |
Elbert Hubbard |
Biography & Autobiography |
Elbert Hubbard describes the homes of authors, poets, social reformers and other prestigious people, reflecting on how their surroundings may have influenced them. These short essays are part biography and part pontification of Hubbard's opinion of the subject and their oeuvre.<br><br>In this volume he reflects on the lives of American Statesmen, presidents like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, but also others like Alexander Hamilton, Henry Clay, or William H. Seward. (Summary by Lucy Perry, adapted by Ava) This is Volume 3 in a series of 14 books. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-american-statesmen-by-elbert-hubbard/ |
elbert hubbard describes homes authors poets social reformers prestigious people reflecting surroundings may influenced them short essays part biography part pontification hubbard s opinion subject oeuvre br br in volume reflects lives american statesmen presidents like george washington abraham lincoln also others like alexander hamilton henry clay william h seward summary lucy perry adapted ava volume 3 series 14 books |
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10997 |
11655 |
Theologia Germanica |
Anonymous |
Christianity - Other |
This short, anonymous work is thought to have been written in the 1300s by a member of the lay-religious group called ‘The Friends of God.’ Its central teaching is that humans can become one with God by living a holy, selfless life in which our will is subsumed into God’s, of which Christ is the ultimate example. Martin Luther discovered, named, and published Theologia Germanica in 1516, declaring that, "Next to the Bible and St. Augustine, no book has ever come into my hands from which I have learnt more of God and Christ, and man and all things that are." (Summary by Pleonic) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/theologia-germanica-by-anonymous/ |
short anonymous work thought written 1300s member lay religious group called the friends god central teaching humans become one god living holy selfless life subsumed god s christ ultimate example martin luther discovered named published theologia germanica 1516 declaring that next bible st augustine book ever come hands learnt god christ man things are summary pleonic |
| 11055 |
10998 |
11656 |
Story of a New Zealand River |
Jane Mander |
|
"This is the land of the lost, one of those happy spots where no questions are asked. Of course, the fact of a person's being here is usually all the explanation necessary."\n\nThe Story of a New Zealand River is a romance set in the Northland region of New Zealand, in the time when the forests of New Zealand's grandest tree, the kauri, were being logged for their exquisite timber. The novel begins as Alice Roland and her free-spirited daughter Asia are being rowed in a black punt by handsome and cultured David Bruce up the Kaipara harbour to their new home at a raw kauri logging settlement in a bend of the Kaiwaka river. Tom Roland, a rough colonial and the boss of the settlement, is Alice's husband of a few years. Alice is a beautiful but tight-laced, proud, puritanical Englishwoman whose mismatch with Tom Roland is not a happy one. They arrive with Alice's piano among their belongings to find a half-built cottage, a strange collection of inhabitants, from gentry to scoundrels, and a place that is beautiful and challenging.\n\nJane Mander was a New Zealand novelist and journalist. As well as New Zealand, she also lived in Sydney, New York and London. There is a superficial resemblance between The Story of a New Zealand River and the Jane Campion film The Piano, which is principally the setting and the piano. (summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-new-zealand-river-by-jane-mander/ |
this land lost one happy spots questions asked course fact person s usually explanation necessary story new zealand river romance set northland region new zealand time forests new zealand s grandest tree kauri logged exquisite timber novel begins alice roland free spirited daughter asia rowed black punt handsome cultured david bruce kaipara harbour new home raw kauri logging settlement bend kaiwaka river tom roland rough colonial boss settlement alice s husband years alice beautiful tight laced proud puritanical englishwoman whose mismatch tom roland happy one arrive alice s piano among belongings find half built cottage strange collection inhabitants gentry scoundrels place beautiful challenging jane mander new zealand novelist journalist well new zealand also lived sydney new york london superficial resemblance story new zealand river jane campion film piano principally setting piano summary gail timmerman vaughan |
| 11056 |
10999 |
11657 |
Ruined Maid |
Thomas Hardy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
While Hardy wrote poetry throughout his life and regarded himself primarily as a poet, his first collection was not published until 1898. Initially, therefore, he gained fame as the author of such novels as Far from the Madding Crowd (1874), The Mayor of Casterbridge (1886), Tess of the d'Urbervilles (1891), and Jude the Obscure (1895). During his lifetime, Hardy's poetry was acclaimed by younger poets (particularly the Georgians) who viewed him as a mentor. After his death his poems were lauded by Ezra Pound, W. H. Auden and Philip Larkin. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-ruined-maid-by-thomas-hardy/ |
hardy wrote poetry throughout life regarded primarily poet first collection published 1898 initially therefore gained fame author novels far madding crowd 1874 mayor casterbridge 1886 tess d urbervilles 1891 jude obscure 1895 lifetime hardy s poetry acclaimed younger poets particularly georgians viewed mentor death poems lauded ezra pound w h auden philip larkin wikipedia |
| 11057 |
11000 |
11658 |
Round The Fire Stories |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Single Author Collections |
In the present [1908] collection those [stories] have been brought together which are concerned with the grotesque and with the terrible—such tales as might well be read “round the fire” upon a winter’s night. This would be my ideal atmosphere for such stories, if an author might choose his time and place as an artist does the light and hanging of his picture. However, if they have the good fortune to give pleasure to any one, at any time or place, their author will be very satisfied. Summary by Book Preface |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/round-the-fire-stories-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
present 1908 collection stories brought together concerned grotesque terrible such tales might well read round fire upon winter s night would ideal atmosphere stories author might choose time place artist light hanging picture however good fortune give pleasure one time place author satisfied summary book preface |
| 11058 |
11001 |
11659 |
School for Husbands |
Molière |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
In 1661 and 1662 Moliere presented the plays The School for Husbands (this one) and then The School for Wives. "The central situations of the two have much in common: the arbitrary and jealous lover to whom circumstances have given almost the authority of a husband: the simple ward rescued from physical constraint by the unfettered cunning of love." In between writing the two plays he got married. Listen to both and see if this comedic genius of the farce changed his attitude. - Summary by ToddHW and The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSganarelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nAriste, his brother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nValere, lover to Isabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nErgaste, servant to Valere: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nA Magistrate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Notary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nIsabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nLeonor, her sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLisette, maid to Isabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754"> ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-school-for-husbands-by-moliere/ |
1661 1662 moliere presented plays school husbands this one school wives the central situations two much common arbitrary jealous lover circumstances given almost authority husband simple ward rescued physical constraint unfettered cunning love writing two plays got married listen see comedic genius farce changed attitude summary toddhw translator br br cast list br sganarelle a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br ariste brother a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br valere lover isabella a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br ergaste servant valere a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br magistrate a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br notary a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br isabella a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br leonor sister a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lisette maid isabella a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
| 11059 |
11002 |
11660 |
School for Wives |
Molière |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
In 1661 and 1662 Moliere presented the plays The School for Husbands and then The School for Wives (this one). "The central situations of the two have much in common: the arbitrary and jealous lover to whom circumstances have given almost the authority of a husband: the simple ward rescued from physical constraint by the unfettered cunning of love." In between writing the two plays Moliere got married. Listen to both and see if this comedic genius of the farce changed his attitude. - Summary by ToddHW and The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\n\nArnolphe, alias Monsieur De La Souche: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8799">Peter Tucker</a><br>\nChrysalde, friend to Arnolphe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nHorace, in love with Agnes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nEnrique, brother-in-law of Chrysalde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nOronte, father to Horace and a great friend of Arnolphe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nAlain, a country fellow, servant to Arnolphe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Notary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nAgnes, a young innocent girl, brought up by Arnolphe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nGeorgette, a country-woman, servant to Arnolphe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-school-for-wives-by-moliere/ |
1661 1662 moliere presented plays school husbands school wives this one the central situations two much common arbitrary jealous lover circumstances given almost authority husband simple ward rescued physical constraint unfettered cunning love writing two plays moliere got married listen see comedic genius farce changed attitude summary toddhw translator br br cast list br arnolphe alias monsieur de la souche a href https librivox org reader 8799 peter tucker a br chrysalde friend arnolphe a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br horace love agnes a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br enrique brother in law chrysalde a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br oronte father horace great friend arnolphe a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br alain country fellow servant arnolphe a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br notary a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br agnes young innocent girl brought arnolphe a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br georgette country woman servant arnolphe a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br edited by a href toddhw a br br |
| 11060 |
11003 |
11661 |
Fireside Chats |
Franklin D. Roosevelt |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt thirty radio addresses made throughout his terms as President of the United States between 1933 and 1944. The speeches are snapshots of American life during the turbulent decade that included the Great Depression and World War II. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-fireside-chats-by-franklin-d-roosevelt/ |
president franklin delano roosevelt thirty radio addresses made throughout terms president united states 1933 1944 speeches snapshots american life turbulent decade included great depression world war ii summary jill engle |
| 11061 |
11004 |
11662 |
Christmas Carol (version 10) |
Charles Dickens |
Fantasy Fiction |
Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by four spirits on Christmas Eve, and it changes his life forever. - Summary by W. Blaine Dowler |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-version-10-by-charles-dickens/ |
ebenezer scrooge visited four spirits christmas eve changes life forever summary w blaine dowler |
| 11062 |
11005 |
11663 |
Eagle's Shadow |
James Branch Cabell |
Romance |
A romantic comedy in which love is complicated by a large inheritance. - Summary by W. Blaine Dowler |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/eagles-shadow-by-james-branch-cabell/ |
romantic comedy love complicated large inheritance summary w blaine dowler |
| 11063 |
11006 |
11664 |
With Cortez in Mexico, or By Right of Conquest |
G. A. Henty |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
In perhaps the most audacious military enterprise in the history of human conquest, Cortez, with only a few hundred men, conquered a civilization of tens of thousands. This is the story of an Englishman who boards a merchant ship destined for the New World, but a shipwreck strands him in Pre-Columbian Mexico, and Roger must find a way to avoid becoming one of the many human sacrifices offered to the Aztec gods. |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/with-cortez-in-mexico-or-by-right-of-conquest-by-g-a-henty/ |
perhaps audacious military enterprise history human conquest cortez hundred men conquered civilization tens thousands story englishman boards merchant ship destined new world shipwreck strands pre columbian mexico roger must find way avoid becoming one many human sacrifices offered aztec gods |
| 11064 |
11007 |
11665 |
Bible (WNT) NT 09: Galatians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Bibles |
Some have compared Paul's Letter to the fellowship at Galatia as the "Magna Carta" of the liberty of Christians. It is Paul's passionate defense against a sect known as Judaizers, who insisted Christ's followers were still required to follow certain Old Testament laws and observances to the letter. Paul says otherwise, and urges the brothers and sisters of the Galatian ecclesia to "stick to their guns" and continue to follow the path of Christ, where faith, not the legal requirements of Mosaic law, is the path into the Kingdom of God through Jesus Christ. - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/bible-wnt-nt-09-galatians-by-richard-francis-weymouth/ |
compared paul s letter fellowship galatia magna carta liberty christians paul s passionate defense sect known judaizers insisted christ s followers still required follow certain old testament laws observances letter paul says otherwise urges brothers sisters galatian ecclesia stick guns continue follow path christ faith legal requirements mosaic law path kingdom god jesus christ summary mark penfold |
| 11065 |
11008 |
11667 |
From the Easy Chair Vol. 1 |
George William Curtis |
Essays & Short Works |
George William Curtis was a writer and public speaker. He was editor of Harper's Weekly and one of the founders of the American Republican party, and served Ulysses S. Grant; although he split from the party in the 1880s over the choice of presidential candidate. He was an original member of the New York Board of Education. This anthology of essays is the first of a three volume work, showing his broad knowledge and interest. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-easy-chair-vol-1-by-george-william-curtis/ |
george william curtis writer public speaker editor harper s weekly one founders american republican party served ulysses s grant although split party 1880s choice presidential candidate original member new york board education anthology essays first three volume work showing broad knowledge interest summary lynne thompson |
| 11066 |
11009 |
11668 |
Natural History of Chocolate |
D. de Quelus |
Health & Fitness, Medical, Nature |
The Natural History of Chocolate being a Distinct and Particular Account of the Cocoa-tree, its Growth and Culture, and the Preparation, Excellent Properties, and Medicinal Virtues of its Fruit. Wherein the Errors of those who have wrote upon this Subject are discovered; the Best Way of Making Chocolate is explained; and several Uncommon Medicines drawn from it, are communicated. - Summary by D. de Quelus |
English |
1730 |
https://librivox.org/the-natural-history-of-chocolate-by-d-de-quelus/ |
natural history chocolate distinct particular account cocoa tree growth culture preparation excellent properties medicinal virtues fruit wherein errors wrote upon subject discovered best way making chocolate explained several uncommon medicines drawn it communicated summary d de quelus |
| 11067 |
11010 |
11669 |
Favorite Fairy Tales Retold |
Julia Darrow Cowles |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this volume, Ms. Cowles has collected her favourite fairy tales and retold them for children. All of the most famous authors are represented, such as Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm. But instead of retelling all the standard tales, Ms. Cowles has chosen fairy tales that are not quite as famous, but contain an important message. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/favorite-fairy-tales-retold-by-julia-darrow-cowles/ |
volume ms cowles collected favourite fairy tales retold children famous authors represented hans christian andersen brothers grimm instead retelling standard tales ms cowles chosen fairy tales quite famous contain important message summary carolin |
| 11068 |
11011 |
11670 |
Book of Fairy-Tale Foxes |
Clifton Johnson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Wild animals play a big role in many fairy tales, and foxes are some of the best-represented animals in folklore. In this volume, Clifton Johnson has collected stories about foxes from all over the world, adapted for children as bedtime fairy tales. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-fairy-tale-foxes-by-clifton-johnson/ |
wild animals play big role many fairy tales foxes best represented animals folklore volume clifton johnson collected stories foxes world adapted children bedtime fairy tales summary carolin |
| 11069 |
11012 |
11671 |
Victorian Short Stories: Tales of Courtship |
Hubert Crackanthorpe |
Short Stories |
A selection of five short stories with the theme of courtship, written during the Victorian era and previously published elsewhere. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/victorian-short-stories-tales-of-courtship-by-hubert-crackanthorpe/ |
selection five short stories theme courtship written victorian era previously published elsewhere summary lynne thompson |
| 11070 |
11013 |
11672 |
vierzehnte Dezember |
Dmitry Merezhkovsky |
Historical Fiction |
Historischer Roman, in dem der Dekabristenaufstand - die erste revolutionäre Erhebung gegen das russische Zarenregime (die Familie Romanow) - und dessen Niederschlagung im Dezember 1825 literarisch reflektiert werden.<br>\nMit großer Authentizität beschreibt der Autor die Vorgänge um den 14. Dezember bis hin zur Verurteilung der Hauptakteure.<br>\nWir begleiten einen wichtigen Aufständischen, den Fürsten Golyzin, vor, während und nach dem Aufstand.<br><br>\nDie zahlreichen Anmerkungen des Übersetzers geben Aufschluss über die am Aufstand beteiligten Personen und lassen die deutschsprachige Leserschaft erkennen, welch hohe Wertschätzung die „Dekabristen“ in Russland erfahren. (Zusammenfassung von Friedrich) <br><br>\n\nA historical novel about the 1825 Decembrist revolt in Russia. \n |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/der-vierzehnte-dezember-by-dmitry-merezhkovsky/ |
historischer roman dem der dekabristenaufstand die erste revolutionäre erhebung gegen das russische zarenregime die familie romanow und dessen niederschlagung im dezember 1825 literarisch reflektiert werden br mit großer authentizität beschreibt der autor die vorgänge um den 14 dezember bis hin zur verurteilung der hauptakteure br wir begleiten einen wichtigen aufständischen den fürsten golyzin vor während und nach dem aufstand br br die zahlreichen anmerkungen des übersetzers geben aufschluss über die aufstand beteiligten personen und lassen die deutschsprachige leserschaft erkennen welch hohe wertschätzung die dekabristen russland erfahren zusammenfassung von friedrich br br historical novel 1825 decembrist revolt russia |
| 11071 |
11014 |
11673 |
Short Poetry Collection 167 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 36 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for April 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-167-by-various/ |
collection 36 poems read librivox volunteers april 2017 |
| 11072 |
11051 |
11712 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 050 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres.\n<br></br>\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br>\nDer Abdruck der Hand übersetzt von Gutti Alsen 1869 - 1929</br>\nDie Maske des roten Todes übersetzt von Theodor Etzel 1873 - 1930<br></br>\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-050-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 15 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br der abdruck der hand übersetzt von gutti alsen 1869 1929 br die maske des roten todes übersetzt von theodor etzel 1873 1930 br br |
| 11073 |
11015 |
11674 |
Bible (Bijbel SV) NT 04: het Evangelie van Johannes |
Statenvertaling |
Bibles |
The Statenvertaling is the most well known Bible translation in Dutch from the Reformation era. It is the equivalent of the English King James Version. \n\nDe Statenvertaling is de eerste officiële Nederlandstalige Bijbelvertaling, die rechtstreeks uit het oorspronkelijke talen werd vertaald. Behalve op religieus terrein, heeft de Statenbijbel ook op taalkundig en politiek terrein een niet te onderschatten betekenis. Vele uitdrukkingen en gezegden in de Nederlandse taal zijn ontleend aan de Statenvertaling. Het Evangelie van Johannes is een van de bekendste boeken uit de Bijbel en bevat een beschrijving van het leven en de leer van de Heere Jezus Christus. |
Dutch |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/bible-sv-nt-04-het-evangelie-van-johannes-by-statenvertaling/ |
statenvertaling well known bible translation dutch reformation era equivalent english king james version de statenvertaling de eerste officiële nederlandstalige bijbelvertaling die rechtstreeks uit het oorspronkelijke talen werd vertaald behalve op religieus terrein heeft de statenbijbel ook op taalkundig en politiek terrein een niet te onderschatten betekenis vele uitdrukkingen en gezegden de nederlandse taal zijn ontleend aan de statenvertaling het evangelie van johannes een van de bekendste boeken uit de bijbel en bevat een beschrijving van het leven en de leer van de heere jezus christus |
| 11074 |
11016 |
11675 |
Norwegische Volksmährchen |
Peter Christen Asbjørnsen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dies ist eine Sammlung norwegischer Märchen. Diese im deutschsprachigen Raum eher unbekannten Märchen nehmen uns mit in die skandinavische Fabelwelt, mit Trollen im Wald, Prinzen und Prinzessinnen auf der Suche nach Abenteuern, und Erzählungen, die sich ganz um Tiere drehen. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/norwegische-volksmaehrchen-by-peter-christen-asbjornsen/ |
dies ist eine sammlung norwegischer märchen diese im deutschsprachigen raum eher unbekannten märchen nehmen uns mit die skandinavische fabelwelt mit trollen im wald prinzen und prinzessinnen auf der suche nach abenteuern und erzählungen die sich ganz um tiere drehen summary carolin |
| 11075 |
11017 |
11676 |
Sonata de estío |
Ramón del Valle-Inclán |
Erotica, Romance |
Sonata de estío es la segunda de las cuatro sonatas escritas por Valle Inclán. Publicada por primera vez en 1903. Continúa la narración de los amoríos del marqués de Bradomín. Esta vez en un viaje a México donde conoce a la niña "Chole". - Summary by Montse González. |
Spanish |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/sonata-de-estio-by-ramon-del-valle-inclan/ |
sonata de estío es la segunda de las cuatro sonatas escritas por valle inclán publicada por primera vez en 1903 continúa la narración de los amoríos del marqués de bradomín esta vez en un viaje méxico donde conoce la niña chole summary montse gonzález |
| 11076 |
11018 |
11677 |
Jefferson Bible - The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth |
Thomas Jefferson |
Bibles, Biography & Autobiography |
The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth, commonly referred to as the Jefferson Bible, was a book constructed by Thomas Jefferson in the later years of his life by cutting and pasting with a razor and glue numerous sections from the New Testament as extractions of the doctrine of Jesus. Jefferson's condensed composition is especially notable for its exclusion of all miracles by Jesus and most mentions of the supernatural, including sections of the four gospels that contain the Resurrection and most other miracles, and passages that portray Jesus as divine. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-jefferson-bible-the-life-and-morals-of-jesus-of-nazareth-by-thomas-jefferson/ |
life morals jesus nazareth commonly referred jefferson bible book constructed thomas jefferson later years life cutting pasting razor glue numerous sections new testament extractions doctrine jesus jefferson s condensed composition especially notable exclusion miracles jesus mentions supernatural including sections four gospels contain resurrection miracles passages portray jesus divine summary wikipedia |
| 11077 |
11019 |
11678 |
Easter Lily |
Amanda Minnie Douglas |
Children's Fiction |
This is a volume of five short stories for Children. Each of them contains a cute little learning experience and a happy end. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/an-easter-lily-by-amanda-minnie-douglas/ |
volume five short stories children contains cute little learning experience happy end summary carolin |
| 11078 |
11020 |
11679 |
Easter Gleams |
Lucy Larcom |
Poetry |
This is a collection of Easter poems by Lucy Larcom. The poems cover the entire circle of religious holidays, customs, and bible verses around Easter. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/easter-gleams-by-lucy-larcom/ |
collection easter poems lucy larcom poems cover entire circle religious holidays customs bible verses around easter summary carolin |
| 11079 |
11021 |
11680 |
Easter Carols |
Louisa Parsons Stone Hopkins |
Poetry |
This is a collection of Easter poems by Louisa Parsons Stone Hopkins. The poems all center around the Easter holiday, in both a religious as well as a more generally festive tone. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/easter-carols-by-louisa-parsons-stone-hopkins/ |
collection easter poems louisa parsons stone hopkins poems center around easter holiday religious well generally festive tone summary carolin |
| 11080 |
11022 |
11681 |
Easter Hymns |
Jane Eliza Coolidge Chapman |
Poetry |
Lockwood, Brooks & Co. Have nearly ready the volume of “Easter Hymns” selected by Miss J.E.C. Chapman, an accomplished lady of Boston, and introduced by a note from her uncle, Rev. Dr. J.I.T. Coolidge. The hymns are excellently chosen, and the volume will be brought out in tasteful style. It will commend itself to the favor of all Episcopalians, and to the devout in all denominations, to whom Easter is not a mere churchly date but a day of deep and glad significance. – The Publisher’s Weekly, March 18th, 1876. |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/easter-hymns-by-various/ |
lockwood brooks co nearly ready volume easter hymns selected miss j e c chapman accomplished lady boston introduced note uncle rev dr j i t coolidge hymns excellently chosen volume brought tasteful style commend favor episcopalians devout denominations easter mere churchly date day deep glad significance publisher s weekly march 18th 1876 |
| 11081 |
11023 |
11682 |
Technocracy |
William Henry Smyth |
Political Science |
The word <i>technocracy</i> refers to a system of government by technical experts such as scientists, technologists, and engineers. William Henry Smyth is often thought to have invented the term in 1919, although it had in fact been used earlier. (Summary following Wikipedia) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/technocracy-by-william-henry-smyth/ |
word i technocracy i refers system government technical experts scientists technologists engineers william henry smyth often thought invented term 1919 although fact used earlier summary following wikipedia |
| 11082 |
11545 |
12222 |
Hereditary Genius |
Sir Francis Galton |
Biography & Autobiography, Science |
A biographical summary of the pre-eminent men of Britain grouped by profession. The extensive survey draws from information including college graduation, reputation during career, fellowships, and even known relatives. Includes discussions on findings and observations as well as referenced appendices. - Summary by Leon Harvey |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/hereditary-genius-by-sir-francis-galton/ |
biographical summary pre eminent men britain grouped profession extensive survey draws information including college graduation reputation career fellowships even known relatives includes discussions findings observations well referenced appendices summary leon harvey |
| 11083 |
11024 |
11683 |
Nature and Art, Vol. VIII, No 1, June 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and All Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." This issue is the first published under the title "Nature and Art."<br><br>\n\n“Birds and All Nature” was established January 1897 as “Birds” and has been a magazine of NATURE AND ART since its beginning; therefore it has been urged by many of our subscribers and friends that the name be changed to better express the nature of its contents. Hence the change to “NATURE AND ART.”\n\n - Summary by J. M. Smallheer with quote from the Publisher, A. W. Mumford from the current volume |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/nature-and-art-vol-viii-no-1-june-1990-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature issue first published title nature art br br birds nature established january 1897 birds magazine nature art since beginning therefore urged many subscribers friends name changed better express nature contents hence change nature art summary j m smallheer quote publisher a w mumford current volume |
| 11084 |
11025 |
11684 |
Datchet Diamonds |
Richard Marsh |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Oh dear! The Duchess of Datchet's diamonds, worth a quarter of a million pounds, have been stolen. Just as Mr. Paxton, a ne'er do well gambler planning to leave the country to escape his losses, reads this news item on a train, he overhears, in the next compartment, the actual thief boasting of his accomplishment. Then, when he arrives at his hotel and opens his Gladstone bag, he finds the bag is not his -- and it contains the spoils of the robbery! Will our hero take them directly to the magistrate and tell all he knows? Or will things take another turn, leading to brigands, danger, and possibly romance? - Summary by Jacquerie |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-datchet-diamonds-by-richard-marsh/ |
oh dear duchess datchet s diamonds worth quarter million pounds stolen mr paxton ne er well gambler planning leave country escape losses reads news item train overhears next compartment actual thief boasting accomplishment then arrives hotel opens gladstone bag finds bag contains spoils robbery hero take directly magistrate tell knows things take another turn leading brigands danger possibly romance summary jacquerie |
| 11085 |
11026 |
11685 |
New Colossus, Version 2 |
Emma Lazarus |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
My Grandma's father arrived in this country through New York City, and often spoke to my dad, when he was a boy, of what it was like to first see the Statue of Liberty. Most of my relatives arrived through Philadelphia or Boston, and didn't get to see the the "mighty woman with the torch" until later life, on vacation trips to New York City, when she was a must-see for them all. My Grandma always loved this Emma Lazarus poem, so I read this one especially for her, but also for all the other family members who came here "yearning to breathe free". And for those just like my family, who are still "♫♪coming to America, today♫♪". (Summary by Maria Kasper) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-colossus-version-2-by-emma-lazarus/ |
grandma s father arrived country new york city often spoke dad boy like first see statue liberty relatives arrived philadelphia boston get see mighty woman torch later life vacation trips new york city must see all grandma always loved emma lazarus poem read one especially her also family members came yearning breathe free like family still coming america today summary maria kasper |
| 11086 |
11027 |
11686 |
To His Mistress Going to Bed |
John Donne |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Donne was an English poet and cleric in the Church of England.\n\nHe is considered the pre-eminent representative of the metaphysical poets. His works are noted for their strong, sensual style and include sonnets, love poems, religious poems, Latin translations, epigrams, elegies, songs, satires and sermons. His poetry is noted for its vibrancy of language and inventiveness of metaphor, especially compared to that of his contemporaries. Donne's style is characterised by abrupt openings and various paradoxes, ironies and dislocations. These features, along with his frequent dramatic or everyday speech rhythms, his tense syntax and his tough eloquence, were both a reaction against the smoothness of conventional Elizabethan poetry and an adaptation into English of European baroque and mannerist techniques. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-his-mistress-going-to-bed-by-john-donne/ |
john donne english poet cleric church england considered pre eminent representative metaphysical poets works noted strong sensual style include sonnets love poems religious poems latin translations epigrams elegies songs satires sermons poetry noted vibrancy language inventiveness metaphor especially compared contemporaries donne s style characterised abrupt openings various paradoxes ironies dislocations features along frequent dramatic everyday speech rhythms tense syntax tough eloquence reaction smoothness conventional elizabethan poetry adaptation english european baroque mannerist techniques summary wikipedia |
| 11087 |
11028 |
11687 |
Happy Jack (Version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Who would have thought dropping a nut would cause so much trouble? No sooner does Happy Jack the Gray Squirrel go scampering down the tree than he finds himself in trouble with Chatterer, the Red Squirrel -- and then running for dear life -- away from Shadow the Weasel!\nThornton Burgess's entertaining tales of wild nature have entertained children and adults alike for nearly a century. - Summary by Jude Somers |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/happy-jack-by-thornton-w-burgess-2/ |
would thought dropping nut would cause much trouble sooner happy jack gray squirrel go scampering tree finds trouble chatterer red squirrel running dear life away shadow weasel thornton burgess s entertaining tales wild nature entertained children adults alike nearly century summary jude somers |
| 11088 |
11029 |
11688 |
Zofloya |
Charlotte Dacre |
Gothic Fiction |
Victoria de Loredani lives the life of a fairy tale princess in Venice. She has everything one might desire and more, until the sinister Count Ardolph enters her world. The Count carries off Victoria's mother in an elopement, and sets off a series of dramatic events that begin to unhinge Victoria's life entirely. Passion, brutality, and murder begin to dominate the separated worlds of Victoria and her brother Leonardo. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1806 |
https://librivox.org/zofloya-by-charlotte-dacre/ |
victoria de loredani lives life fairy tale princess venice everything one might desire more sinister count ardolph enters world count carries victoria s mother elopement sets series dramatic events begin unhinge victoria s life entirely passion brutality murder begin dominate separated worlds victoria brother leonardo summary carolin |
| 11089 |
11030 |
11689 |
Hofgedachten |
Jacob Cats |
Single author, Christian Fiction |
Godsdienstige overpeinzingen in dichtvorm bij een wandeling door een hof. Tijdens een wandeling op zijn landgoed Sorghvliet in 's Gravenhage, waar nu nog het Catshuis staat, wekten de schoonheden en zinnebeelden van de natuur de dichter Jacob Cats op tot het schrijven van gedichten hierover, die gepubliceerd werden in het boek "Hofgedachten" (1655). Jacob Cats (1577-1660), ook bijgenaamd Vader Cats, was de bekendste dichter van Nederland en zeer geliefd bij het gewone volk. Veel mensen hadden zelfs maar twee boeken: een Bijbel en een werk van Cats. Veel gezegden in de Nederlandse taal zijn van deze dichter afkomstig. Summary by sv1637. |
Dutch |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/hofgedachten-by-jacob-cats/ |
godsdienstige overpeinzingen dichtvorm bij een wandeling door een hof tijdens een wandeling op zijn landgoed sorghvliet s gravenhage waar nu nog het catshuis staat wekten de schoonheden en zinnebeelden van de natuur de dichter jacob cats op tot het schrijven van gedichten hierover die gepubliceerd werden het boek hofgedachten 1655 jacob cats 1577 1660 ook bijgenaamd vader cats de bekendste dichter van nederland en zeer geliefd bij het gewone volk veel mensen hadden zelfs maar twee boeken een bijbel en een werk van cats veel gezegden de nederlandse taal zijn van deze dichter afkomstig summary sv1637 |
| 11090 |
11031 |
11690 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 030 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-030/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder |
| 11091 |
11032 |
11691 |
Edmond Dantès |
Edmund Flagg |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
"Edmond Dantès" the Sequel to Alexander Dumas' masterpiece, "The Count of Monte-Cristo," is a novel that will delight, entertain and instruct all who read it. It has wonderful fascination, absorbing interest and rare merit, combined with remarkable power, amazing ingenuity and thorough originality. In it the narrative is taken up immediately at the close of "The Count of Monte-Cristo," and continued in a style of exceeding cleverness. There is a terrible volcanic tempest on the Mediterranean, in which Monte-Cristo and Haydée are wrecked, a vivid picture of the French Revolution of 1848 is given and the love affair of Zuleika and Giovanni Massetti is recounted in a manner unsurpassed for novelty and excitement. The central figure is Edmond Dantès, and about him are grouped Mercédès, Eugénie Danglars, Louise d'Armilly, Valentine de Villefort, Espérance (the son of Monte-Cristo), Benedetto, Albert de Morcerf, Maximilian Morrel, Ali and the other old friends of "Monte-Cristo" readers, as well as numerous political leaders famous in French history, namely, Lamartine, Ledru Rollin, Louis Blanc, Armand Marrast, Flocon, Albert and others. Thiers, Guizot, Odillon Barrot, General Lamoricière, General Bugeaud and other noted historical characters are introduced, as well as Lucien Debray, Château-Renaud, Beauchamp, etc. - Summary by the Publishers. |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/edmond-dantes-by-edmund-flagg/ |
edmond dantès sequel alexander dumas masterpiece the count monte cristo novel delight entertain instruct read it wonderful fascination absorbing interest rare merit combined remarkable power amazing ingenuity thorough originality narrative taken immediately close the count monte cristo continued style exceeding cleverness terrible volcanic tempest mediterranean monte cristo haydée wrecked vivid picture french revolution 1848 given love affair zuleika giovanni massetti recounted manner unsurpassed novelty excitement central figure edmond dantès grouped mercédès eugénie danglars louise d armilly valentine de villefort espérance the son monte cristo benedetto albert de morcerf maximilian morrel ali old friends monte cristo readers well numerous political leaders famous french history namely lamartine ledru rollin louis blanc armand marrast flocon albert others thiers guizot odillon barrot general lamoricière general bugeaud noted historical characters introduced well lucien debray château renaud beauchamp etc summary publishers |
| 11092 |
11033 |
11692 |
April's Lady: A Novel |
Mrs. Hungerford |
Romance |
This is a delightful Victorian romance by Irish novelist Margaret Wolfe Hungerford, published in 1890. The heroine of this novel, Joyce, finds herself to be in high demand, receiving the attentions of two eligible gentlemen. There is the steadfast Mr. Dysart, but can he outshine the charming but slightly sinister Mr. Beauclerk? Joyce needs to keep her head throughout this affair and come to the right decision in the end. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/aprils-lady-a-novel-by-mrs-hungerford/ |
delightful victorian romance irish novelist margaret wolfe hungerford published 1890 heroine novel joyce finds high demand receiving attentions two eligible gentlemen steadfast mr dysart outshine charming slightly sinister mr beauclerk joyce needs keep head throughout affair come right decision end summary carolin |
| 11093 |
11034 |
11693 |
Adventures of Tommy Postoffice, the True Story of a Cat |
Gabrielle E. Jackson |
Animals & Nature |
Peggy the cat lives in the post office at R., and she's just had a litter of kittens. However, instead of snuggling up with them in the box prepared for her by the post officers, she prefers a corner in the cellar by the post bags. But oh noes, little Tommy falls into one of those bags and is shipped off to Connecticut with the Thanksgiving mail! Read of Tommy's adventures in this delightful little book. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-tommy-postoffice-by-gabrielle-e-jackson/ |
peggy cat lives post office r litter kittens however instead snuggling box prepared post officers prefers corner cellar post bags oh noes little tommy falls one bags shipped connecticut thanksgiving mail read tommy s adventures delightful little book summary carolin |
| 11094 |
11035 |
11694 |
General View of Positivism |
Auguste Comte |
History , Philosophy, Science |
Auguste Comte was from France and published this book in French in 1844. He made a very great impact on the sciences and claims to have “discovered the principal laws of Sociology." Comte says Reason has become habituated to revolt but that doesn’t mean it will always retain its revolutionary character. He discusses Science, the trade-unions, Proletariat workers, Communists, Capitalists, Republicans, the role of woman in society, the elevation of Social Feeling over Self-love, and the Catholic Church in this book. His goal is to replace theology with philosophy and develop the Religion of Humanity where Imagination is subordinate to Reason as Reason is to Feeling. Positivism can be summed up in this statements from his conclusion: “Love, then, is our principle; Order our basis; and Progress our end.” This is the 1908 edition of the book. - Summary by Craig Campbell |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-general-view-of-positivism-by-auguste-comte/ |
auguste comte france published book french 1844 made great impact sciences claims discovered principal laws sociology comte says reason become habituated revolt doesn t mean always retain revolutionary character discusses science trade unions proletariat workers communists capitalists republicans role woman society elevation social feeling self love catholic church book goal replace theology philosophy develop religion humanity imagination subordinate reason reason feeling positivism summed statements conclusion love then principle order basis progress end 1908 edition book summary craig campbell |
| 11095 |
11036 |
11695 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 2: Love (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The second of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a range of famous and influential love poems relating to such topics as cautions and complaints; lovers; love's power; and wedded love. Summary by Tomas Peter. |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-2-part-2/ |
second ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes range famous influential love poems relating topics cautions complaints lovers love s power wedded love summary tomas peter |
| 11096 |
11546 |
12223 |
Stories from the Adirondacks |
Albert A. Young |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A collection of five stories all of which take place in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, and most which contain elements of some mystery hidden deep within the forests. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-adirondacks-by-albert-a-young/ |
collection five stories take place adirondack mountains upstate new york contain elements mystery hidden deep within forests summary roger melin |
| 11097 |
11038 |
11697 |
Pocket Measure |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Three young women are the central characters in this story. Callie and her husband are poor, but they are frugal, spending using God's principles, and they reserve a tenth for God's work. Eva's husband makes more than double what Callie's husband makes, but that doesn't keep them from sinking beneath a load of debt. Even worse, she feels that her husband thinks it's her fault - and she thinks it is, too. She's an inexperienced housekeeper and doesn't know where the money goes. Happy-go-lucky Jennie wants to marry a rich man, so that her married life can be filled with parties, gaiety and pretty things. Will Coleman is poor, and not a Christian, but he's SO gentlemanly and romantic... (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-pocket-measure-by-pansy/ |
three young women central characters story callie husband poor frugal spending using god s principles reserve tenth god s work eva s husband makes double callie s husband makes keep sinking beneath load debt even worse feels husband thinks fault thinks is too inexperienced housekeeper know money goes happy go lucky jennie wants marry rich man married life filled parties gaiety pretty things coleman poor christian he s gentlemanly romantic summary triciag |
| 11098 |
11039 |
11698 |
Inquiry into the Effects of Ardent Spirits upon the Human Body and Mind, with an Account of the Means of Preventing, and of the Remedies for Curing Them |
Dr. Benjamin Rush |
Essays & Short Works, Medical, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Written when the United States extended only to the Mississippi River, by one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, this short work explores the physical, social, and mental effects of distilled liquors; the classes of people prone to intoxication by them; suggested drinks to use instead of them; and remedies for intoxication and for their habitual use. He takes a medical view of alcoholism, exploring the physical causes rather than blaming moral failure as the cause. Alcoholic drinks that are not distilled (beer, ales, wines, etc.) are viewed as wholesome drinks, and opium is suggested for pain as being without bad effects or addictive qualities. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/an-inquiry-into-the-effects-of-ardent-spirits-by-dr-benjamin-rush/ |
written united states extended mississippi river one signers declaration independence short work explores physical social mental effects distilled liquors classes people prone intoxication them suggested drinks use instead them remedies intoxication habitual use takes medical view alcoholism exploring physical causes rather blaming moral failure cause alcoholic drinks distilled beer ales wines etc viewed wholesome drinks opium suggested pain without bad effects addictive qualities summary triciag |
| 11099 |
11040 |
11699 |
Report of the Airship ''Hindenburg'' Accident Investigation |
United States Department of Commerce |
*Non-fiction |
“Oh my!”<br />-Herbert O. Morrison, WLS News, Chicago<br /><br />Thursday, 6 May, 1937: It is early evening at a remote airport in central New Jersey. It’s starting to rain again. Suddenly, much to the surprise of the dozens of spectators gathered below, a gigantic diesel powered balloon blows up as it tries to land after crossing the ocean from Germany. In less time than it takes to read this summary, this proud machine, the quintessence of aerostatic technology, is re-forged forever into a twisted, smoking metaphor.<br /><br />Eighty years have passed since that unsettled Spring evening. In the interval, several investigators have painstakingly reviewed the facts, introduced new evidence, rearranged the lines of reasoning, and (in some instances) employed artistic license to shed new light on the source of the "elusive spark" that brought the ship down. Despite these efforts, the conclusions drawn by the original 1937 commission remain essentially intact to this day.<br /><br />The full official report of the 1937 U.S. Department of Commerce accident investigation is presented here for the first time in audio format. (Summary by Scott Danneker) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/report-of-the-airship-hindenburg-accident-investigation-by-united-states-department-of-commerce/ |
oh my br herbert o morrison wls news chicago br br thursday 6 may 1937 early evening remote airport central new jersey it s starting rain again suddenly much surprise dozens spectators gathered below gigantic diesel powered balloon blows tries land crossing ocean germany less time takes read summary proud machine quintessence aerostatic technology re forged forever twisted smoking metaphor br br eighty years passed since unsettled spring evening interval several investigators painstakingly reviewed facts introduced new evidence rearranged lines reasoning in instances employed artistic license shed new light source elusive spark brought ship down despite efforts conclusions drawn original 1937 commission remain essentially intact day br br the full official report 1937 u s department commerce accident investigation presented first time audio format summary scott danneker |
| 11100 |
11041 |
11700 |
Glories of Ireland |
Joseph Dunn |
Short Stories, History , Travel & Geography |
A collection of essays on Ireland compiled by Joseph Dunn and PJ Lennox. As stated in the Preface to the books "...we have been forced to the conclusion that the performances of the Irish race in many fields of endeavor are entirely unknown to most people, and that even to the elect they are not nearly so well known as they deserve to be. Hence there came to us the thought of placing on record, in an accessible, comprehensive, and permanent form, an outline of the whole range of Irish achievement during the last two thousand years." - Summary by KHand |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-glories-of-ireland-by-joseph-dunn/ |
collection essays ireland compiled joseph dunn pj lennox stated preface books we forced conclusion performances irish race many fields endeavor entirely unknown people even elect nearly well known deserve be hence came us thought placing record accessible comprehensive permanent form outline whole range irish achievement last two thousand years summary khand |
| 11101 |
11042 |
11701 |
Life Triumphant: Mastering the Heart and Mind |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
Are you tired of ignoring your conscience? Do you want to to follow the inward guide to wherever it may lead? Are you ready to realise your full potential even though those around you may have no idea how to relate? Then The Life Triumphant is for you. This book is uncompromising! It shows you the way to the realisation of that inward power that you have so long wanted to experience but have lacked the courage to pursue 100%. We were meant to be masters, not slaves. This book will show you "How to Master the Heart and Mind" and take up your place as the triumphant Director of your Life. - Summary by Andani Thakhathi |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-triumphant-by-james-allen/ |
tired ignoring conscience want follow inward guide wherever may lead ready realise full potential even though around may idea relate life triumphant you book uncompromising shows way realisation inward power long wanted experience lacked courage pursue 100 meant masters slaves book show how master heart mind take place triumphant director life summary andani thakhathi |
| 11102 |
11043 |
11704 |
Pollyanna (version 4) |
Eleanor H. Porter |
Family |
Spinster Polly Harrington is perfectly content to be in control of her comfortable life, even if is she alone in a big house. But then a letter arrives informing her she is the guardian to her young orphaned niece, and she as well as the whole town quickly learns that life will never be the same with Pollyanna around to help them count their blessings. - Summary by thestorygirl |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-version-4-by-eleanor-h-porter/ |
spinster polly harrington perfectly content control comfortable life even alone big house letter arrives informing guardian young orphaned niece well whole town quickly learns life never pollyanna around help count blessings summary thestorygirl |
| 11103 |
11044 |
11705 |
Eleven Possible Cases |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
This book brings together eleven stories, each a case of intrigue where more is going on than seems at first. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/eleven-possible-cases-by-various/ |
book brings together eleven stories case intrigue going seems first summary a gramour |
| 11104 |
11046 |
11707 |
Entirely New Feature of a Thrilling Novel! Entitled, The Social War of the year 1900; or, The Conspirators and Lovers! |
Simon Landis |
Science Fiction |
Described by io9.com contributor Jess Nevins as “the worst science fiction novel of the 19th century,” <i>The Social War of 1900, or The Conspirators and Lovers!</i> has become infamous for its overwrought prose, flimsy characterizations, ludicrous plotting, and repugnant ideas. For these same reasons, the book has gained infamy as a cultural oddity, a guilty pleasure, and a somewhat over-imaginative work of outsider art.\n\n<i>The Social War of 1900</i> follows the adventures of Dr. Victor Juno, a Naturalist who heals sickness through animal magnetism, and his sweetheart Lucinda. Juno, the leader of a secret paramilitary society, wages a revolutionary war against an American society steeped in sin and avarice—and, in particular, against a villainous triumvirate known as “The Bloody Conspirators.” But will his revolution succeed? And if so, what form will his idealized utopia finally take?\n - Summary by ChuckW |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-social-war-of-the-year-1900-or-the-conspirators-and-lovers-by-simon-landis/ |
described io9 com contributor jess nevins the worst science fiction novel 19th century i the social war 1900 conspirators lovers i become infamous overwrought prose flimsy characterizations ludicrous plotting repugnant ideas reasons book gained infamy cultural oddity guilty pleasure somewhat over imaginative work outsider art i the social war 1900 i follows adventures dr victor juno naturalist heals sickness animal magnetism sweetheart lucinda juno leader secret paramilitary society wages revolutionary war american society steeped sin avarice and particular villainous triumvirate known the bloody conspirators revolution succeed so form idealized utopia finally take summary chuckw |
| 11105 |
11047 |
11708 |
Elizabethan Demonology |
Thomas Alfred Spalding |
Literary Criticism, Middle Ages/Middle History, Medieval |
Elizabethan Demonology: An Essay in Illustration of the Belief in the Existence of Devils, and the Powers Possessed By Them, as It Was Generally Held during the Period of the Reformation, and the Times Immediately Succeeding; with Special Reference to Shakespeare and His Works \nThis Essay is an expansion, in accordance with a preconceived scheme, of two papers, one on "The Witches in Macbeth," and the other on "The Demonology of Shakespeare," which were read before the New Shakespeare Society in the years 1877 and 1878. The Shakespeare references in the text are made to the Globe Edition.\n - Summary by Thomas Alfred Spalding |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/elizabethan-demonology-by-thomas-alfred-spalding/ |
elizabethan demonology essay illustration belief existence devils powers possessed them generally held period reformation times immediately succeeding special reference shakespeare works essay expansion accordance preconceived scheme two papers one the witches macbeth the demonology shakespeare read new shakespeare society years 1877 1878 shakespeare references text made globe edition summary thomas alfred spalding |
| 11106 |
11048 |
11709 |
When I heard the Learn’d Astronomer |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Whitman claimed that after years of competing for "the usual rewards", he determined to become a poet. He first experimented with a variety of popular literary genres which appealed to the cultural tastes of the period. As early as 1850, he began writing what would become Leaves of Grass, a collection of poetry which he would continue editing and revising until his death. Whitman intended to write a distinctly American epic and used free verse with a cadence based on the Bible. At the end of June 1855, Whitman surprised his brothers with the already-printed first edition of Leaves of Grass. Whitman paid for the publication of the first edition of Leaves of Grass himself. ( Wikipedia ) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/when-i-heard-the-learnd-astronomer-by-walt-whitman/ |
whitman claimed years competing the usual rewards determined become poet first experimented variety popular literary genres appealed cultural tastes period early 1850 began writing would become leaves grass collection poetry would continue editing revising death whitman intended write distinctly american epic used free verse cadence based bible end june 1855 whitman surprised brothers already printed first edition leaves grass whitman paid publication first edition leaves grass himself wikipedia |
| 11107 |
11049 |
11710 |
Wir fanden einen Pfad: Neue Gedichte |
Christian Morgenstern |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von 47 Gedichten von Christian Morgenstern. Die Sammlung "Wir fanden einen Pfad" war der letzte Gedichtband, an dem Morgenstern vor seinem Tod 1914 in Südtirol noch arbeitete. Morgenstern litt seit seiner Kindheit an Tuberkulose und war sich seines herannahenden Todes bewusst. Der Tod ist daher auch ein Thema, das in vielen der Gedichte dieser Sammlung aufgegriffen wird. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/wir-fanden-einen-pfad-neue-gedichte-by-christian-morgenstern/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von 47 gedichten von christian morgenstern die sammlung wir fanden einen pfad war der letzte gedichtband dem morgenstern vor seinem tod 1914 südtirol noch arbeitete morgenstern litt seit seiner kindheit tuberkulose und war sich seines herannahenden todes bewusst der tod ist daher auch ein thema das vielen der gedichte dieser sammlung aufgegriffen wird summary carolin |
| 11108 |
11050 |
11711 |
And Even Now |
Max Beerbohm |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
This is a diverse collection of essays by English writer Max Beerbohm, whose circle included such notables as Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw, Ezra Pound, and Somerset Maugham. Much of Beerbohm's work was humorous, including parodies of various aspects of the upper class life into which he was born.<br /><br />\n\nSome of these pieces are humorous, some philosophical, and some even sad. They include, for instance: a frankly self-critical piece on the pomposity and self-importance of his early literary ambitions; a half-eager, half-repining essay on a missing and uncompleted portrait of the great German writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe; and a funny, but politically critical essay on "the servant question." (Summary by Kirsten Wever.) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/and-even-now-by-max-beerbohm/ |
diverse collection essays english writer max beerbohm whose circle included notables oscar wilde george bernard shaw ezra pound somerset maugham much beerbohm s work humorous including parodies various aspects upper class life born br br pieces humorous philosophical even sad include instance frankly self critical piece pomposity self importance early literary ambitions half eager half repining essay missing uncompleted portrait great german writer johann wolfgang von goethe funny politically critical essay the servant question summary kirsten wever |
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11071 |
11732 |
Gold of Fairnilee |
Andrew Lang |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A fairy story set in Scotland about Jean and Randal and what happens when Randal disappears into fairyland. This is Lang's second fairy tale after Princess Nobody - an enchanting story with occasional Scottish dialect. Randal Ker, son of a Scottish knight, has the rashness to wish at a wishing well that 'he might see the Fairy Queen' and is then is carried off by her to her own dominions and is kept there until a grown man. A true fairy tale. . - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-gold-of-fairnilee-by-andrew-lang/ |
fairy story set scotland jean randal happens randal disappears fairyland lang s second fairy tale princess nobody enchanting story occasional scottish dialect randal ker son scottish knight rashness wish wishing well he might see fairy queen carried dominions kept grown man true fairy tale summary phil chenevert |
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11052 |
11713 |
Nobody's Man |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Brigadier general Andrew Tallente, late of Parliament, is implicated in the death of his male secretary, the son of a classmate at Eton. Seems the younger man may have not only been having an affair with the hero's American wife, but had stolen incriminating political documents. A political coup of sorts develops as the opposing party invites Tallente to lead them. Enter the lovely heiress-next-door, who becomes the hero's champion, and perhaps, new flame. (Summary by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/nobodys-man-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
brigadier general andrew tallente late parliament implicated death male secretary son classmate eton seems younger man may affair hero s american wife stolen incriminating political documents political coup sorts develops opposing party invites tallente lead them enter lovely heiress next door becomes hero s champion perhaps new flame summary matt pierard |
| 11111 |
11053 |
11714 |
Different Girls |
Elizabeth Jordan |
Anthologies |
This is a collection of the best short stories about girls published in Harper's Magazine from 1895 to 1906. The girls in these stories are not the typical 'girl' from late 19th century novels. They are..different. They are actually [gasp] real people! Not necessarily shy, not necessarily bold, not necessarily well read and mostly, not waiting around to be rescued and most definitely not heroines but all of them are completely human. These stories by some of the best authors of the time are about girls in a different light, they are all American girls (except for one, Katie's Sister Josephene), some Irish-American, some older, some younger but all seeing life from a girl's perspective and with a girl's zest for life. So let's go back a hundred years to see what 'different' girls were like then. - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/different-girls-by-elizabeth-jordan/ |
collection best short stories girls published harper s magazine 1895 1906 girls stories typical girl late 19th century novels are different actually gasp real people necessarily shy necessarily bold necessarily well read mostly waiting around rescued definitely heroines completely human stories best authors time girls different light american girls except one katie s sister josephene irish american older younger seeing life girl s perspective girl s zest life let s go back hundred years see different girls like then summary phil chenevert |
| 11112 |
11054 |
11715 |
Don Quixote, Vol. 2 (Ormsby Translation) |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Don Quixote is a Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. Published in two volumes, in 1605 and 1615, Don Quixote is considered the most influential work of literature from the Spanish Golden Age and the entire Spanish literary canon. As a founding work of modern Western literature and one of the earliest canonical novels, it regularly appears high on lists of the greatest works of fiction ever published.... The story follows the adventures of a hidalgo named Mr. Alonso Quixano who reads so many chivalric romances that he loses his sanity and decides to set out to revive chivalry, undo wrongs, and bring justice to the world, under the name Don Quixote de la Mancha. He recruits a simple farmer, Sancho Panza, as his squire, who often employs a unique, earthy wit in dealing with Don Quixote's rhetorical orations on antiquated knighthood. Don Quixote, in the first part of the book, does not see the world for what it is and prefers to imagine that he is living out a knightly story. Throughout the novel, Cervantes uses such literary techniques as realism, metatheatre, and intertextuality. It had a major influence on the literary community, as evidenced by direct references in Alexandre Dumas' The Three Musketeers (1844), Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884) and Edmond Rostand's Cyrano de Bergerac (1897), as well as the word "quixotic" and the epithet "Lothario." Arthur Schopenhauer cited Don Quixote as one of the four greatest novels ever written, along with Tristram Shandy, La Nouvelle Héloïse and Wilhelm Meister. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-vol-2-ormsby-translation-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
quixote spanish novel miguel de cervantes saavedra published two volumes 1605 1615 quixote considered influential work literature spanish golden age entire spanish literary canon founding work modern western literature one earliest canonical novels regularly appears high lists greatest works fiction ever published story follows adventures hidalgo named mr alonso quixano reads many chivalric romances loses sanity decides set revive chivalry undo wrongs bring justice world name quixote de la mancha recruits simple farmer sancho panza squire often employs unique earthy wit dealing quixote s rhetorical orations antiquated knighthood quixote first part book see world prefers imagine living knightly story throughout novel cervantes uses literary techniques realism metatheatre intertextuality major influence literary community evidenced direct references alexandre dumas three musketeers 1844 mark twain s adventures huckleberry finn 1884 edmond rostand s cyrano de bergerac 1897 well word quixotic epithet lothario arthur schopenhauer cited quixote one four greatest novels ever written along tristram shandy la nouvelle héloïse wilhelm meister summary wikipedia |
| 11113 |
11055 |
11716 |
Historical Tales, Volume VIII: Russian |
Charles Morris |
Children's Non-fiction, History |
These Russian tales span the time of Russia's founding in the 800s-900s all the way to the early twentieth century and are factually based, although particularly the older tales have become legendary. ( DrPGould) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/historical-tales-volume-viii-russian-by-charles-morris/ |
russian tales span time russia s founding 800s 900s way early twentieth century factually based although particularly older tales become legendary drpgould |
| 11114 |
11056 |
11717 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: South America |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Reference, Travel & Geography |
In this book the children are taken by the author upon a personally conducted tour through the most characteristic parts of the South American continent. The book will, it is believed, aid in putting flesh and blood on the bones of the geographies, and will give a living interest to geographical study. (from the Preface) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/carpenters-geographical-reader-south-america-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
book children taken author upon personally conducted tour characteristic parts south american continent book will believed aid putting flesh blood bones geographies give living interest geographical study from preface |
| 11115 |
11057 |
11718 |
History of Genghis Khan |
Jacob Abbott |
Antiquity |
This book provides the history of one of the most renowned emperors of all time. The Great Khan. This was a man born Temujin to a clan leader father who was later poisoned. The family was left unprotected and without power to fend for themselves on the Eurasian Steppe. Genghis later rose to power and founded the Mongol Empire, one of the largest in all of history. Despite his great achievement and ferocious reputation there is much we do not know of him, even what he looked like. Historians state that there is not a single portrait of the man that survives to the present day. All current renditions are done after his death by people who never knew him. His death is recorded and his entombment discussed...but all remains to be found. Summary by afutterer |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-genghis-khan-by-jacob-abbott/ |
book provides history one renowned emperors time great khan man born temujin clan leader father later poisoned family left unprotected without power fend eurasian steppe genghis later rose power founded mongol empire one largest history despite great achievement ferocious reputation much know him even looked like historians state single portrait man survives present day current renditions done death people never knew him death recorded entombment discussed but remains found summary afutterer |
| 11116 |
11058 |
11719 |
Mentor 2 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
The Mentor Association was established to increase interest and knowledge among the public in the areas of art, literature, science, nature, history and travel. The association published a magazine twice monthly, each dealing with a different topic and often written by a recognized authority of the day. They were easy to read, visually appealing and affordable. This collection includes selections from issues dating from 1913-1919. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-mentor-2-by-various/ |
mentor association established increase interest knowledge among public areas art literature science nature history travel association published magazine twice monthly dealing different topic often written recognized authority day easy read visually appealing affordable collection includes selections issues dating 1913 1919 summary lynne thompson |
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11059 |
11720 |
Three Midshipmen |
William Henry Giles Kingston |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This is the start of a series of four books following three friends through their career in the navy. Terence, Jack and Alick first meet at a boarding school, and become fast friends, not least because together they stand up to the school bullies. Later, they join the navy together, and though they join different ships and are mostly apart, adventures involving sea battles, storms, and even pirates, have a way of allowing their paths to cross in order to look after one another as they did in school. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-midshipmen-by-william-henry-giles-kingston/ |
start series four books following three friends career navy terence jack alick first meet boarding school become fast friends least together stand school bullies later join navy together though join different ships mostly apart adventures involving sea battles storms even pirates way allowing paths cross order look one another school summary carolin |
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11060 |
11721 |
Dialogues of the Dead |
George Lyttelton |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Can the dead of different ages and spaces meet in the afterlife? This is a thought that has occupied a number of writers throughout literature, George Lyttleton being one of them. He allows Plato to discourse with Fenelon, allows a native American warrior to explain the barbarity of the custom of duels among gentlemen to a victim of such a duel, and he has William Penn clash with Fernando Cortez over Cortez's cruelty in Mexico. The characters of the conversations are as different as the subjects, drawing not only on Lyttleton's rich historical knowledge, but also on his experience as a statesman. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/dialogues-of-the-dead-by-george-lyttelton/ |
dead different ages spaces meet afterlife thought occupied number writers throughout literature george lyttleton one them allows plato discourse fenelon allows native american warrior explain barbarity custom duels among gentlemen victim duel william penn clash fernando cortez cortez s cruelty mexico characters conversations different subjects drawing lyttleton s rich historical knowledge also experience statesman summary carolin |
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11061 |
11722 |
Aladore |
Sir Henry Newbolt |
Fantasy Fiction |
Ywain, a knight bored with his administrative duties, abandons his estate to his younger brother and goes on a pilgrimage to seek his heart's desire. Following a will-o'-the-wisp resembling a child, his quest takes him to the city of Paladore, where he meets the lady Aithne, half-fae enchantress. Sir Henry Newbolt's allegorical fantasy was published in hardback in Britain in 1914 and in the Uniited States a year later. It was revived in 1975 as the fifth volume in the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. - Summary by Phil Benson, adapted from Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/aladore-by-sir-henry-newbolt/ |
ywain knight bored administrative duties abandons estate younger brother goes pilgrimage seek heart s desire following will o the wisp resembling child quest takes city paladore meets lady aithne half fae enchantress sir henry newbolt s allegorical fantasy published hardback britain 1914 uniited states year later revived 1975 fifth volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library summary phil benson adapted wikipedia |
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11062 |
11723 |
One-Act Play Collection 010 |
Various |
Plays |
Tenth volume of one-act plays in the public domain read by a variety of LibriVox members. <br><br>\n<b>Mosada</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMosada: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEbremar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCola: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7315">Charlotte Duckett</a><br>\nFirst Inquisitor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9063">Anusha Iyer</a><br>\nSecond Inquisitor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nFirst Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSecond Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n\n<b>The Belles of Canterbury</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>\nFreshman:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br>\nSophomore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nJunior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nSenior:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nWife of Bath: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nPrioress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nFirst Nun: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nSecond Nun: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nEmily: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nHippolyta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nGriselda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12247">PattyS</a><br>\n\n<b>The People</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nEdward Wills: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nOscar Tripp: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nThe Artist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nSara: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nTom Howe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nThe Boy from Georgia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nThe Woman from Idaho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nThe Earnest Approach: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nThe Anarchist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Light Touch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\nThe Philosopher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/71710">alanmapstone</a><br>\nThe Man from the Cape: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\n\n<b>Close the Book</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nPeyton Root: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nJhansi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10596">Kymberli Welch</a><br>\nMrs Root: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nMrs Peyton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11650">Garrett Goodison</a><br>\nUncle George: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBessie Root: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nState Senator Byrd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMrs State Senator Byrd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n\n<b>Cathleen ni Houlihan</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nPeter Gillane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nMichael Gillane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11650">Garrett Goodison</a><br>\nPatrick Gillane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nBridget Gillane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11341">Dafni Ma</a><br>\nDelia Cahel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\nThe Poor Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\n\n<b>The Proving of Abraham</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nPrologue and Epilogue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nAbraham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nIsaac: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMessenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10542">David Purdy</a><br>\n\n<b>Household Gods</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nCrassus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nAdela: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nAlicia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nA Statue of Pan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nA Faun: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n\n<b>Box and Cox</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nMr Box: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nMr Cox: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nMrs Bouncer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\n\n<b>What Christmas Did for Jerusha Grumble</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nIsabel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\nHazel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nJulia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9514">Tabea</a><br>\nJessie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7026">Michele Eaton</a><br>\nJerusha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>\n\n<b>The Fourth Act</b>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>\nSir Phillip A Courcy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr Robert Valpas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/71710">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMiss Daphne Alloa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nVoice from the Corner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-010-by-various/ |
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11063 |
11724 |
Memoirs of Chateaubriand 1768 to 1800 |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Memoirs |
This is the first volume of Chateaubriand's Memoires d'Outre Tombe, in a Victorian translation. It covers the period from his birth, including the extraordinarily evocative childhood years and his travels in America, the source of some of his later writing, up to his return to France in 1800. Writer, politician and the father of French Romanticism, Chateaubriand lived close to the heart of the France's travails in the nineteenth century and engaged with them passionately. His frankness, fluency and the tumultuous times in which he lived make his Memoirs one of the enduring monuments of the art of autobiography. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-chateaubriand-1768-to-1800-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
first volume chateaubriand s memoires d outre tombe victorian translation covers period birth including extraordinarily evocative childhood years travels america source later writing return france 1800 writer politician father french romanticism chateaubriand lived close heart france s travails nineteenth century engaged passionately frankness fluency tumultuous times lived make memoirs one enduring monuments art autobiography summary nicole lee |
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11064 |
11725 |
Liza of Lambeth |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Literary Fiction |
Liza of Lambeth focuses on the challenges of life facing Liza, an 18 year old factory girl who lives in the poverty of the slums of 1890s London. The main plot is driven by Liza's affections and the consequences these have for her. Based on W Somerset Maugham's experiences as a visiting trainee Doctor at the time, the book is an insight into working class life at the time and was his debut, the success of which led to him pursuing his vocation not as a Doctor, but instead a novelist. - Summary by Hatton43 |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/liza-of-lambeth-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
liza lambeth focuses challenges life facing liza 18 year old factory girl lives poverty slums 1890s london main plot driven liza s affections consequences her based w somerset maugham s experiences visiting trainee doctor time book insight working class life time debut success led pursuing vocation doctor instead novelist summary hatton43 |
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11065 |
11726 |
Theory of Colours |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Art, Design & Architecture, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Newton's observations on the optical spectrum were widely accepted but Goethe noticed the difference between the scientific explanation and the phenomena as experienced by the human eye. He did not try to explain this, but rather collected and presented data, conducting experiments on the interplay of light and dark. His work was rejected as 'unscientific' by physicists but his color wheel is still used by artists today. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/theory-of-colours-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
newton s observations optical spectrum widely accepted goethe noticed difference scientific explanation phenomena experienced human eye try explain this rather collected presented data conducting experiments interplay light dark work rejected unscientific physicists color wheel still used artists today summary lynne thompson |
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11066 |
11727 |
Martyr of the Catacombs (Dramatic Reading) |
James De Mille |
Dramatic Readings, Christian Fiction |
Marcellus, a Roman centurion, is instructed to eradicate the Christians from the catacombs. When he goes to investigate, he discovers the truth about their beliefs and 'Him Who loved us.' As persecution sweeps across Rome, will Marcellus be the next one in danger? Summary by Esther ben Simonides<br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Marcellus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11622">Patrick Saville</a><br>Lucullus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>Honorious: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Don Gilmore</a><br>Caecilia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Brother Cinna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Pollio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Additional Narration: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Other Characters:<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11810">David Kowarsky</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11616">Julie Barkley</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10859">larryhayes7</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031">Rupert Holliday</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br><br>Audio Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-martyr-of-the-catacombs-by-unknown/ |
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11067 |
11728 |
Emily Brontë |
Agnes Mary Frances Robinson |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism |
Emily Brontë (1818-1848) is best known for her only novel, "Wuthering Heights." She was born in Yorkshire, northern England, where her father was an Anglican curate. When Brontë was three years old her mother died of cancer. At the age of six she joined her three sisters briefly at the Clergy Daughters' School, where privations and abuse contributed to the deaths of two of them. Her elder sister, Charlotte, immortalized this terrible place in "Jane Eyre." In 1846 Emily Brontë, under the pseudonym Ellis Bell, published a selection of her poetry. In 1847 appeared her dark, gothic novel, "Wuthering Heights," with its Byronic anti-hero, Heathcliff. Brontë was shy, even reclusive, and never married. In the fall of 1848 she fell ill with inflammation of the lungs, probably due to rapidly-progressive tuberculosis, and died in December of that year, aged twenty-nine. This is a short biography of Brontë written by the British poet, novelist, and critic, Agnes Mary Frances Robinson (1857-1944). (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/emily-bronte-by-agnes-mary-frances-robinson/ |
emily brontë 1818 1848 best known novel wuthering heights born yorkshire northern england father anglican curate brontë three years old mother died cancer age six joined three sisters briefly clergy daughters school privations abuse contributed deaths two them elder sister charlotte immortalized terrible place jane eyre 1846 emily brontë pseudonym ellis bell published selection poetry 1847 appeared dark gothic novel wuthering heights byronic anti hero heathcliff brontë shy even reclusive never married fall 1848 fell ill inflammation lungs probably due rapidly progressive tuberculosis died december year aged twenty nine short biography brontë written british poet novelist critic agnes mary frances robinson 1857 1944 pamela nagami |
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11068 |
11729 |
Works of Edgar Allan Poe, Raven Edition, Volume Two (version 2) |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
An eclectic, catholic even, collection from the exquisitely excellent tale-telling of Mr. Edgar Allan Poe. Hilarious and terrifying. Need I say more? - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-edgar-allan-poe-raven-edition-volume-two-version-2-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
eclectic catholic even collection exquisitely excellent tale telling mr edgar allan poe hilarious terrifying need say more summary tony addison |
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11069 |
11730 |
Hope |
Emily Brontë |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Emily Jane Brontë was an English novelist and poet who is best known for her only novel, Wuthering Heights, now considered a classic of English literature. Emily was the third eldest of the four surviving Brontë siblings, between the youngest Anne and her brother Branwell. She wrote under the pen name Ellis Bell. ( Wikipedia ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hope-by-emily-bronte/ |
emily jane brontë english novelist poet best known novel wuthering heights considered classic english literature emily third eldest four surviving brontë siblings youngest anne brother branwell wrote pen name ellis bell wikipedia |
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11070 |
11731 |
One Among So Many |
Francis William Lauderdale Adams |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Adams' energy and drive can be seen through his large output of written work in his short lifetime. He often wrote quickly and did little revision, living as he did on the proceeds of his own work rather than with the support of a family or sinecure. Songs of the Army of the Night has been reprinted in many editions, but the reputation of these poems ascends from their engagement with social issues, rather than their value as pure poetry for Adams was deeply sympathetic towards downtrodden races and men. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-among-so-many-by-francis-william-lauderdale-adams/ |
adams energy drive seen large output written work short lifetime often wrote quickly little revision living proceeds work rather support family sinecure songs army night reprinted many editions reputation poems ascends engagement social issues rather value pure poetry adams deeply sympathetic towards downtrodden races men summary wikipedia |
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11085 |
11746 |
Orientations |
W. Somerset Maugham |
Single Author Collections |
This is a collection showing W. Somerset Maugham's early attempt in the short story genre, which he comes to master as one of 20th century's best teller of tales. - Summary by Lilith Branda |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/orientations-by-w-somerset-maugham/ |
collection showing w somerset maugham s early attempt short story genre comes master one 20th century s best teller tales summary lilith branda |
| 11130 |
11072 |
11733 |
Practical Forestry in the Pacific Northwest |
Edward Tyson Allen |
Nature, Earth Sciences |
Written by a forester, this book aims to educate people on the importance of maintaining forests and those events which pose a danger to forests. It looks at forests from multiple points of view, the public, lumbermen, and the farmer. Given the author's association with the forestry department in the Pacific Northwest, the book focuses primarily on that region; however, the information provided is universal with regards to forestry. - Summary by KHand |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/practical-forestry-in-the-pacific-northwest-by-edward-tyson-allen/ |
written forester book aims educate people importance maintaining forests events pose danger forests looks forests multiple points view public lumbermen farmer given author s association forestry department pacific northwest book focuses primarily region however information provided universal regards forestry summary khand |
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11073 |
11734 |
Canadians of Old |
Philippe Aubert de Gaspé |
Historical Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
In his mid-70s, Philippe Aubert de Gaspé took on the project of recording the culture and heritage of French Canada, especially that of the late 1700s, the world of his youth. The result, published in French in 1863, was the historical fiction "Les Anciens Canadiens (literally, “The Canadians of Old”).<br /><br />\n\nIn this book, inspired by the historical novels of Sir Walter Scott, Aubert de Gaspé collects the customs, traditions, folk tales, superstitions, and songs of the Quebec people, weaves in memories of life in his own ancestral home, and sets all this within the momentous historical events that transformed Canada in the 18th century. Much of the book is historically accurate, based sometimes on the author’s own experiences and sometimes on memories passed on to him by eyewitnesses. <br /><br />\n\nFor example, the account of being sent to debtor’s prison came from the author’s own experience. <br /><br />\n\nThe fantastic ghost story of “La Corriveau” was based on the true story of a murderess whose body was on public display in iron chains (a “cage”) for weeks after her execution. That initial incident had already blossomed into material for lurid legend; Aubert de Gaspé was the first to incorporate this legend into a work of literature.<br /><br />\n\nThe book’s storyline hinges on the British Conquest of Quebec in 1759 and the ensuing trauma caused to French Canada. Fictional characters are intertwined with historical figures such as a famous shipwreck survivor and specific military officers.<br /><br />\n\nThis book is an engaging window on cultural history and one of the first great works of French Canadian literature.<br /><br />\n\nThe English translator of this edition, Charles G. D. Roberts, was himself a distinguished author. He has been called “the father of Canadian poetry.” - Summary by Bruce Pirie<br /><br />\n*Warning: Listeners may be offended by some of the racial labels and depictions. Words that were considered acceptable in the nineteenth century may be offensive today. It is LibriVox policy to leave the original wording as the author intended.* |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-canadians-of-old-by-philippe-aubert-de-gaspe/ |
mid 70s philippe aubert de gaspé took project recording culture heritage french canada especially late 1700s world youth result published french 1863 historical fiction les anciens canadiens literally the canadians old br br book inspired historical novels sir walter scott aubert de gaspé collects customs traditions folk tales superstitions songs quebec people weaves memories life ancestral home sets within momentous historical events transformed canada 18th century much book historically accurate based sometimes author s experiences sometimes memories passed eyewitnesses br br example account sent debtor s prison came author s experience br br fantastic ghost story la corriveau based true story murderess whose body public display iron chains a cage weeks execution initial incident already blossomed material lurid legend aubert de gaspé first incorporate legend work literature br br book s storyline hinges british conquest quebec 1759 ensuing trauma caused french canada fictional characters intertwined historical figures famous shipwreck survivor specific military officers br br book engaging window cultural history one first great works french canadian literature br br english translator edition charles g d roberts distinguished author called the father canadian poetry summary bruce pirie br br warning listeners may offended racial labels depictions words considered acceptable nineteenth century may offensive today librivox policy leave original wording author intended |
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11074 |
11735 |
More Selected Classics of Washington Irving |
Washington Irving |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Travel Fiction |
Washington Irving is, arguably, one of America's greatest writers. He spent many years in Europe and kept records of his observations, which formed the basis of such classics as "Old Christmas," "Bracebridge Hall" and "Tales of a Traveler." This volume is the latest entry in a series of collected essays written during these early years. The fragility of the heart forms the basis of many of these short stories. Irving handles the issues of love, heartbreak and death in a caring and compassionate way. ( Greg Giordano) |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/more-selected-classics-of-washington-irving-by-washington-irving/ |
washington irving is arguably one america s greatest writers spent many years europe kept records observations formed basis classics old christmas bracebridge hall tales traveler volume latest entry series collected essays written early years fragility heart forms basis many short stories irving handles issues love heartbreak death caring compassionate way greg giordano |
| 11133 |
11075 |
11736 |
Man Who Ended War |
Hollis Godfrey |
Romance, Science Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Jim Orrington, news reporter, is at the office when the Secretary of War brings in a letter--mostly likely a prank--that demands all the nations of the world to disarm in one year or have all their battleships destroyed. This letter, signed "The man who will stop all war", is ignored by Orrington's fellow reporters and by the U.S. government, but he decides to dig deeper. With the help of Tom and Dorothy Haldane, Jim Orrington embarks on an adventure around the world trying to stop the man who is determined to end all fighting before he catapults the entire world into chaos and war! - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-ended-war-by-hollis-godfrey/ |
jim orrington news reporter office secretary war brings letter mostly likely prank that demands nations world disarm one year battleships destroyed letter signed the man stop war ignored orrington s fellow reporters u s government decides dig deeper help tom dorothy haldane jim orrington embarks adventure around world trying stop man determined end fighting catapults entire world chaos war summary adele de pignerolles |
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11076 |
11737 |
Red Cross Girls With The Russian Army |
Margaret Vandercook |
Action & Adventure |
Red Cross girls Nona, Mildred, and Barbara continue their nursing on the unfamiliar Russian frontier. In the course of their work, Mildred encounters a distinguished Russian general, while Barbara battles homesickness and her growing longing for Dick. At the same time, Nona renews an old acquaintance and makes several shocking discoveries. But when Nona's friend is arrested and the girls are separated on the eve of battle, it will take all their courage and judgment to see them safely through the danger. Summary by BookAngel7. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-cross-girls-with-the-russian-army-by-margaret-vandercook/ |
red cross girls nona mildred barbara continue nursing unfamiliar russian frontier course work mildred encounters distinguished russian general barbara battles homesickness growing longing dick time nona renews old acquaintance makes several shocking discoveries nona s friend arrested girls separated eve battle take courage judgment see safely danger summary bookangel7 |
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11077 |
11738 |
Poems |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Single author |
A concise collection of poems translated from the great German poet Rilke into formal English verse. Although the translation may be freer than some modern texts, this selection, which spans early and later writings and includes a preface refreshingly focused on the poet's artistic development, provides a nice entrée into Rilke's world. (Summary by Eva Davis) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-rainer-maria-rilke/ |
concise collection poems translated great german poet rilke formal english verse although translation may freer modern texts selection spans early later writings includes preface refreshingly focused poet s artistic development provides nice entrée rilke s world summary eva davis |
| 11136 |
11101 |
11762 |
Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics |
Immanuel Kant |
Early Modern |
Kant's Prolegomena, although a small book, is indubitably the most important of his writings. It furnishes us with a key to his main work, The Critique of Pure Reason; in fact, it is an extract containing all the salient ideas of Kant's system. It approaches the subject in the simplest and most direct way, and is therefore best adapted as an introduction into his philosophy. - Summary by Open Court Publishing Company |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/prolegomena-to-any-future-metaphysics-by-immanuel-kant/ |
kant s prolegomena although small book indubitably important writings furnishes us key main work critique pure reason fact extract containing salient ideas kant s system approaches subject simplest direct way therefore best adapted introduction philosophy summary open court publishing company |
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11078 |
11739 |
Lives of the Ancient Philosophers |
François Fénelon |
*Non-fiction, Ancient |
François Fénelon became a priest in 1675, Archbishop of Paris in 1679, was spiritual advisor to Madame Guyon, and was appointed tutor to Louis, Duke of Burgundy (1682-1712) by Louis XIV in 1689. He wrote Dialogues of the Dead, and The Lives of the Ancient Philosophers as well as The Adventures of Telemachus expressly for his instruction. Fenelon wrote against the Jansenists and in favor of the Jesuits. He is also known for his Christian Perfection: Devotional Reflections on the Christian Life and Treatise on the Education of Girls.. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1825 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-ancient-philosophers-by-francois-fenelon/ |
françois fénelon became priest 1675 archbishop paris 1679 spiritual advisor madame guyon appointed tutor louis duke burgundy 1682 1712 louis xiv 1689 wrote dialogues dead lives ancient philosophers well adventures telemachus expressly instruction fenelon wrote jansenists favor jesuits also known christian perfection devotional reflections christian life treatise education girls summary wikipedia |
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11079 |
11740 |
Castle Spectre |
Matthew Lewis |
Gothic Fiction, Romance |
Written by Gothic writer Matthew Lewis, whose novel <I>The Monk</I> is one of the most enduring Gothic works from the eighteenth century, <I>The Castle Spectre</I> is one of Lewis' earliest forays into drama, and a strong indication of his talents as a controversial and frightening entertainer. Set in medieval Conway, Wales, the play is filled with every delicious Gothic trope imaginable: a menacing castle, a villainous nobleman hiding terrible secrets, a virginal damsel in distress, an heroic lover trying to save her, several comedic supporting characters, and, yes, the presence of a ghost. Popular when it was first staged at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in 1797, <I>The Castle Spectre</I> is an irresistible confection that deftly mixes light farce and romance with dark tragedy, keeping you on the edge of your seat right up to the final epilogue. Summary by Tomas Peter<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>Osmond: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Reginald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Percy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Father Philip: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Motley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Kenric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11622">Patrick Saville</a><br>Saib: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Hassan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Muley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11354">Kieren Metts</a><br>Alaric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>Allan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>Edric: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Harold: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a><br>Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Angela: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Alice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Evelina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br><br> |
English |
1797 |
https://librivox.org/the-castle-spectre-by-matthew-lewis/ |
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11080 |
11741 |
Lane that had no Turning, and Other Tales concerning the People of Pontiac |
Gilbert Parker |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories by Gilbert Parker. Parker was a Canadian writer who wrote a number of bestsellers that had a lasting influence on Canadian literature, but whose importance for his time is now largely overlooked. One of the prime examples of his art is the short story collection <i>The Lane that had no Turning</i>, which is a series of short stories set in the fictional provincial town of Pontiac in Quebec. This collection "contains some of his best work, and is viewed by some as being in the tradition of such Gothic classics as Stoker's Dracula and James's The Turn of the Screw." (Wikipedia). This edition also contains six <i>Parables of a Province</i>, which are very different in style from the rest of the book, but add an interesting additional facet to the collection. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-lane-that-had-no-turning-and-other-tales-concerning-the-people-of-pontiac-by-gilbert-parker/ |
collection short stories gilbert parker parker canadian writer wrote number bestsellers lasting influence canadian literature whose importance time largely overlooked one prime examples art short story collection i the lane turning i series short stories set fictional provincial town pontiac quebec collection contains best work viewed tradition gothic classics stoker s dracula james s turn screw wikipedia edition also contains six i parables province i different style rest book add interesting additional facet collection summary carolin |
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11081 |
11742 |
Love Affairs of the Courts of Europe |
Thornton Hall |
Romance |
The best stories are written by life itself, and that is why Thornton Hall has collected real life love stories in this volume. All the Princes Charming and the Fair Maidens of these stories are historical figures, which have at one time played their roles at one of the many Courts of Europe. Hall's writing style is entertaining and easy to follow, and though he may be guilty of embellishing the stories, the flourishes only add to their charm. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-affairs-of-the-courts-of-europe-by-thornton-hall/ |
best stories written life itself thornton hall collected real life love stories volume princes charming fair maidens stories historical figures one time played roles one many courts europe hall s writing style entertaining easy follow though may guilty embellishing stories flourishes add charm summary carolin |
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11082 |
11743 |
Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves |
Tobias Smollett |
Satire |
Sir Launcelot Greaves goes around the country with his comic squire, trying to be a knight and perform good deeds. This novel is written in the style of Don Quixote by the author of The Expedition Of Humphry Clinker and other 18th century picaresque novels. Great for those who love wise satires. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1760 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-sir-launcelot-greaves-by-tobias-smollett/ |
sir launcelot greaves goes around country comic squire trying knight perform good deeds novel written style quixote author expedition humphry clinker 18th century picaresque novels great love wise satires summary stav nisser |
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11083 |
11744 |
English Men of Science: Their Nature and Nurture |
Sir Francis Galton |
Biography & Autobiography |
The results of a survey undertaken by Galton to learn more about individual differences and similarities between the "pre-eminent" men of his time. Brief biographical information, biometric data and extensive quotations have been compiled and presented. Summary by niobium. |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/english-men-of-science-their-nature-and-nurture-by-sir-francis-galton/ |
results survey undertaken galton learn individual differences similarities pre eminent men time brief biographical information biometric data extensive quotations compiled presented summary niobium |
| 11143 |
11084 |
11745 |
Up From Slavery: An Autobiography (version 2) |
Booker T. Washington |
Memoirs |
Up from Slavery is the 1901 autobiography of Booker T. Washington sharing his personal experience of having to work to rise up from the position of a slave child during the Civil War, to the difficulties and obstacles he overcame to get an education at the new Hampton Institute, to his work establishing the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama to help black people learn useful, marketable skills and work to pull themselves up by the bootstraps. He reflects on the generosity of both teachers and philanthropists who helped in educating blacks and Native Americans. He describes his efforts to instill manners, breeding, health and a feeling of dignity to students. (Mark Nelson) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/up-from-slavery-by-booker-t-washington/ |
slavery 1901 autobiography booker t washington sharing personal experience work rise position slave child civil war difficulties obstacles overcame get education new hampton institute work establishing tuskegee institute alabama help black people learn useful marketable skills work pull bootstraps reflects generosity teachers philanthropists helped educating blacks native americans describes efforts instill manners breeding health feeling dignity students mark nelson |
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11086 |
11747 |
Giant Crab And Other Tales From Old India |
W. H. D. Rouse |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the first collection by this author of charming folk tales from India. There is a second entitled <i>The Talking Thrush</i> (LibriVox audio <a href="https://librivox.org/the-talking-thrush-and-other-tales-from-india-by-whd-rouse/"><u>here</u></a>). Parents or those <i>in loco parentis</i> should be aware that as in all folk literature, in addition to humor and wisdom, here is some degree of suffering and death. These tales may not be suitable for the very young. (Summary by david wales) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-giant-crab-and-other-tales-from-old-india-by-whd-rouse/ |
first collection author charming folk tales india second entitled i the talking thrush i librivox audio a href https librivox org the talking thrush and other tales from india by whd rouse u here u a parents i in loco parentis i aware folk literature addition humor wisdom degree suffering death tales may suitable young summary david wales |
| 11145 |
11087 |
11748 |
Talking Thrush And Other Tales From India |
W. H. D. Rouse |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the second collection by this author of charming folk tales from India. The first collection is entitled <i>The Giant Crab</i> (Librivox audio <a href="https://librivox.org/the-giant-crab-and-other-tales-from-old-india-by-whd-rouse/"><u>here</u></a>). Parents or those <i>in loco parentis</i> should be aware that as in all folk literature, in addition to humor and wisdom, here is some degree of suffering and death. These tales may not be suitable for the very young. (Summary by david wales) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-talking-thrush-and-other-tales-from-india-by-whd-rouse/ |
second collection author charming folk tales india first collection entitled i the giant crab i librivox audio a href https librivox org the giant crab and other tales from old india by whd rouse u here u a parents i in loco parentis i aware folk literature addition humor wisdom degree suffering death tales may suitable young summary david wales |
| 11146 |
11088 |
11749 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 2, September 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br> \nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer \n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-viii-no-2-september-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
| 11147 |
11089 |
11750 |
Sailor |
Michael Earls |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Michael Earls, S.J. was a Jesuit priest, as well as a writer, poet, teacher, and administrator. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sailor-by-michael-earls/ |
michael earls s j jesuit priest well writer poet teacher administrator summary wikipedia |
| 11148 |
11090 |
11751 |
Father of Women and Other Poems |
Alice Meynell |
Single author |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." The Meynell's converted to Roman Catholicism and many of the poems in this volume, published just five years before her death, reflect religious themes. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-father-of-women-and-other-poems-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven meynell s converted roman catholicism many poems volume published five years death reflect religious themes summary larry wilson |
| 11149 |
11091 |
11752 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 6) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 6 chronicles Lincoln's life in early 1862. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-6-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 6 chronicles lincoln s life early 1862 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 11150 |
11092 |
11753 |
Boy Scouts on the Trail |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
The Silver Fox Patrol is up in the Maine Woods, hiking and hunting for big game. The boys find out that guns, and other explosives, can be fun, and dangerous, too! But all the fun comes to an end when some fugitives enter the woods nearby.\n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of many pseudonyms used by St George Rathborne. (Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-on-the-trail-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
silver fox patrol maine woods hiking hunting big game boys find guns explosives fun dangerous too fun comes end fugitives enter woods nearby br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms used st george rathborne summary ann boulais |
| 11151 |
11093 |
11754 |
Bible (YLT) 09: 1 Samuel |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles |
The First Book of Samuel ushers in the era of kings, notably Saul and David, who represent the battle between the kingdoms of law and grace, between flesh and spirit, between disingenuous apology for sins and Godly repentence. The imperfect, but Godly, King David is seen in stark contrast to the bragging, self-exalting, and carnal rule of King Saul. This book is a drama fit for the theater, a story of love and devotion, of courage and cowardice, war and peace. But, most of all, this book and its companion second book are metaphors for the Kingdom of God and the coming of Him who is to sit on David's throne. Prepare for a truly epic journey with the First Book of Samuel. - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-09-1-samuel-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
first book samuel ushers era kings notably saul david represent battle kingdoms law grace flesh spirit disingenuous apology sins godly repentence imperfect godly king david seen stark contrast bragging self exalting carnal rule king saul book drama fit theater story love devotion courage cowardice war peace but all book companion second book metaphors kingdom god coming sit david s throne prepare truly epic journey first book samuel summary mark penfold |
| 11152 |
11094 |
11755 |
London Impressions |
Alice Meynell |
Essays & Short Works |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." The Meynell's later converted to Roman Catholicism. These essays are very evocative for anyone who has, or wants to visit London, capturing the atmosphere of the late nineteenth century. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/london-impressions-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven meynell s later converted roman catholicism essays evocative anyone has wants visit london capturing atmosphere late nineteenth century summary larry wilson |
| 11153 |
11095 |
11756 |
Color Notation |
Albert Henry Munsell |
Art, Design & Architecture |
<em>A Color Notation</em> is a method developed by A. H. Munsell in order to produce a unified system of color classification. The system identifies three color dimensions hue (color name), value (lightness), and chroma (color purity) and was the first to base the outcome on a scientifically rigorous method of testing humans' color vision. The three dimensions are depicted on a color sphere with pure hue changing around the equator, value changing from light to dark from the north to the south pole, and chroma varying on the inside of the sphere towards the neutral grey of the north-south axis. The Munsell system is still widely used today, for example to define skin and hair colors for forensic pathology, for matching soil colors, or for the selection of shades for dental restorations. (Summary by Availle). \n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-color-notation-by-albert-henry-munsell/ |
em a color notation em method developed a h munsell order produce unified system color classification system identifies three color dimensions hue color name value lightness chroma color purity first base outcome scientifically rigorous method testing humans color vision three dimensions depicted color sphere pure hue changing around equator value changing light dark north south pole chroma varying inside sphere towards neutral grey north south axis munsell system still widely used today example define skin hair colors forensic pathology matching soil colors selection shades dental restorations summary availle |
| 11154 |
11096 |
11757 |
Mirror Of Kong Ho |
Ernest Bramah |
Epistolary Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
This 1905 tongue-in-cheek book is ostensibly the letters of a dutiful son to his Chinese father describing his encounter with and experience of Western civilization in late nineteenth century London. The author is delightfully humorous. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-mirror-of-kong-ho-by-ernest-bramah/ |
1905 tongue in cheek book ostensibly letters dutiful son chinese father describing encounter experience western civilization late nineteenth century london author delightfully humorous summary david wales |
| 11155 |
11097 |
11758 |
Short Poetry Collection 171 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 30 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-171-by-various/ |
collection 30 poems read librivox volunteers august 2017 |
| 11156 |
11098 |
11759 |
Lear of the Steppes, etc. |
Ivan Turgenev |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This book contains three novellas by one of the major writers of Russian literature. The first, A LEAR OF THE STEPPES, is a brilliant re-imagining of Shakespeare’s play King Lear, wherein a larger-than-life father makes a life-altering decision with consequences unforeseen by him. \nFAUST begins at Section 11. In a series of letters to a friend the writer recounts his chance meeting with a married woman whom he had known years earlier when both were single and committed to each other. The ensuing events are vividly revealed in the letters.\nSection 19 introduces ACIA, the final “ETC.” of the book’s title. Turgenev poignantly portrays the twists and turns of human emotions in this moving psychological portrait of two people who fall in love. Leo Tolstoy believed Acia to be one of Turgenev's greatest stories.\n(Lee Smalley) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-lear-of-the-steppes-etc-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
book contains three novellas one major writers russian literature first lear steppes brilliant re imagining shakespeare s play king lear wherein larger than life father makes life altering decision consequences unforeseen him faust begins section 11 series letters friend writer recounts chance meeting married woman known years earlier single committed other ensuing events vividly revealed letters section 19 introduces acia final etc book s title turgenev poignantly portrays twists turns human emotions moving psychological portrait two people fall love leo tolstoy believed acia one turgenev s greatest stories lee smalley |
| 11157 |
11099 |
11760 |
Six Women and the Invasion |
Marguerite Yerta Méléra |
War & Military, Memoirs |
A true tale of the wartime resilience of six Frenchwomen whose country town was invaded by the Germans during World War I. - Summary by Jael Baldwin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/six-women-and-the-invasion-by-gabrielle-yerta/ |
true tale wartime resilience six frenchwomen whose country town invaded germans world war i summary jael baldwin |
| 11158 |
11100 |
11761 |
Mad Barbara |
Warwick Deeping |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
It is the last quarter of the eighteenth century and a young woman discovers the body of her murdered father. In her grief, she tries to make sense of why this sweet man, beloved by all, was struck down and, unlike her mother, is unable to put the incident behind her and return to society. Her lack of interest in romance, the theatre and parties convinces her mother and a family friend that Barbara is sinking into madness. But Barbara is determined to uncover her father's murderer at any cost. Could the perpetrator have been her childhood friend, a man for whom her feelings are confused? And is Barbara really mad, or does the madness belong to another? This book was also published under the title of These White Hands.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/mad-barbara-by-warwick-deeping/ |
last quarter eighteenth century young woman discovers body murdered father grief tries make sense sweet man beloved all struck and unlike mother unable put incident behind return society lack interest romance theatre parties convinces mother family friend barbara sinking madness barbara determined uncover father s murderer cost could perpetrator childhood friend man feelings confused barbara really mad madness belong another book also published title white hands lynne thompson |
| 11159 |
11113 |
11774 |
Testimony of the Suns, and other Poems |
George Sterling |
Poetry |
This is the first published volume of poetry by Californian author and poet George Sterling. These poems are the beginning of Sterling's great career as a poet, and include a number of poems in the style for which he would become famous. That style is dark and with supernatural elements, in the tradition of Thomas Hood and Edgar Allan Poe. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-testimony-of-the-suns-and-other-poems-by-george-sterling/ |
first published volume poetry californian author poet george sterling poems beginning sterling s great career poet include number poems style would become famous style dark supernatural elements tradition thomas hood edgar allan poe summary carolin |
| 11160 |
11102 |
11763 |
Adventures Of The Infallible Godahl |
Frederick Irving Anderson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Frederick Irving Anderson was a New York newspaperman who had a second career writing mystery stories for the "slick" magazines such as the Saturday Evening Post. The Infallible Godahl is a collection of some of his first stories. Godahl is a clever gentleman thief, who might be thought of as an American version of Raffles or Arsene Lupin. - Summary by Winston Tharp |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/adventures-of-the-infallible-godahl-by-frederick-irving-anderson/ |
frederick irving anderson new york newspaperman second career writing mystery stories slick magazines saturday evening post infallible godahl collection first stories godahl clever gentleman thief might thought american version raffles arsene lupin summary winston tharp |
| 11161 |
11103 |
11764 |
Mrs. Dymond |
Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie |
Family Life, Romance |
Susanna Holcombe, a very sensitive and free spirited young lady, tries to fit in to society. But it is very hard for a Victorian woman to carve her own path, and she is almost forced to marry colonel Dymond. This book tells about her trials and tribulations. Can she find her place at last? Perfect for fans of Mary Elizabeth Braddon and Anthony Trollope, and those who want a Jane Austen novel with a twist. Anne Isabella Thackeray Ritchie was the eldest daughter of William Makepeace Thackeray, author of Vanity Fair. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-dymond-by-anne-isabella-thackeray-ritchie/ |
susanna holcombe sensitive free spirited young lady tries fit society hard victorian woman carve path almost forced marry colonel dymond book tells trials tribulations find place last perfect fans mary elizabeth braddon anthony trollope want jane austen novel twist anne isabella thackeray ritchie eldest daughter william makepeace thackeray author vanity fair summary stav nisser |
| 11162 |
11104 |
11765 |
American Book of the Dog |
Various |
Animals |
Here is a period piece, covering 47 breeds, about the early days of dog breeding, the birth of the American Kennel Club (1884) which firmly established breed standards, and the development of bench shows and field trials. Each article, written by a premier breed expert of the day, sheds light on how today's breeds were sculpted from the best traits of dogs of yesteryear. Old dog training theory and methods of treating disease are discussed. Editor Shields called this book (as of 1891) “the grandest work on the dog ever published.” Its various authors were part of the movement importing canine stock from Europe, often at enormous expense, and organizing national breed clubs from the various private clubs they were part of. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-book-of-the-dog-by-various/ |
period piece covering 47 breeds early days dog breeding birth american kennel club 1884 firmly established breed standards development bench shows field trials article written premier breed expert day sheds light today s breeds sculpted best traits dogs yesteryear old dog training theory methods treating disease discussed editor shields called book as 1891 the grandest work dog ever published various authors part movement importing canine stock europe often enormous expense organizing national breed clubs various private clubs part of summary michele fry |
| 11163 |
11105 |
11766 |
Aeneid of Virgil (Version 2) |
Virgil |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Epics |
The Aeneid is a Latin epic written by Virgil in the 1st century BC that tells the legendary story of Aeneas, a Trojan who traveled to Italy, where he became the ancestor of the Romans. The first six of the poem’s twelve books tell the story of Aeneas’ wanderings from Troy to Italy, and the poem’s second half treats the Trojans’ ultimately victorious war upon the Latins, under whose name Aeneas and his Trojan followers are destined to be subsumed. The poem was commissioned from Virgil by the Emperor Augustus to glorify Rome. Several critics think that the hero Aeneas’ abandonment of the Carthaginian Queen Dido, is meant as a statement of how Augustus’ enemy, Mark Anthony, should have behaved with the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra. (Summary by Wikipedia and Karen Merline) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-aeneid-of-virgil-version-2-by-virgil/ |
aeneid latin epic written virgil 1st century bc tells legendary story aeneas trojan traveled italy became ancestor romans first six poem s twelve books tell story aeneas wanderings troy italy poem s second half treats trojans ultimately victorious war upon latins whose name aeneas trojan followers destined subsumed poem commissioned virgil emperor augustus glorify rome several critics think hero aeneas abandonment carthaginian queen dido meant statement augustus enemy mark anthony behaved egyptian queen cleopatra summary wikipedia karen merline |
| 11164 |
11106 |
11767 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 07: Jueces |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
En este libro encontramos las historias de Gedeón, Sansón y Dalila, Deborah, y muchas más. Este libro lleva el nombre de Jueces debido a la interesante colección de individuos que dirigieron a Israel desde la muerte de Josué hasta la monarquía bajo Samuel (alrededor de 1380-1050 aC). Era la época del declive nacional. A pesar de la promesa de guardar el pacto (Josué 24: 16-18) el pueblo se apartó del Señor y comenzó a adorar a otros dioses. Todos hacían "lo que era correcto en sus propios ojos" (17: 6, 21:25) Un patrón se repite a través del libro; 1) el pueblo abandona al Señor, 2) Dios los castiga levantando un poder extranjero para oprimirlos, 3) el pueblo clama a Dios para que los libere, y 4) Dios levanta un libertador para ellos. El autor del libro es desconocido, aunque la tradición judía lo atribuye a Samuel.\n - Summary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/jueces-de-la-reina-valera/ |
en este libro encontramos las historias de gedeón sansón dalila deborah muchas más este libro lleva el nombre de jueces debido la interesante colección de individuos que dirigieron israel desde la muerte de josué hasta la monarquía bajo samuel alrededor de 1380 1050 ac era la época del declive nacional pesar de la promesa de guardar el pacto josué 24 16 18 el pueblo se apartó del señor comenzó adorar otros dioses todos hacían lo que era correcto en sus propios ojos 17 6 21 25 un patrón se repite través del libro 1 el pueblo abandona al señor 2 dios los castiga levantando un poder extranjero para oprimirlos 3 el pueblo clama dios para que los libere 4 dios levanta un libertador para ellos el autor del libro es desconocido aunque la tradición judía lo atribuye samuel summary claudia r barrett |
| 11165 |
11123 |
11784 |
Windhover |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"Windhover" is another name for the common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus). The name refers to the bird's ability to hover in midair while hunting prey. In the poem, the narrator admires the bird as it hovers in the air, suggesting that it controls the wind as a man may control a horse. The bird then suddenly swoops downwards and "rebuffed the big wind". The bird can be viewed as a metaphor for Christ or of divine epiphany.<br/><br/>\n\nHopkins called "The Windhover" "the best thing [he] ever wrote". It commonly appears in anthologies and has lent itself to many interpretations. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-windhover-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
windhover another name common kestrel falco tinnunculus name refers bird s ability hover midair hunting prey poem narrator admires bird hovers air suggesting controls wind man may control horse bird suddenly swoops downwards rebuffed big wind bird viewed metaphor christ divine epiphany br br hopkins called the windhover the best thing he ever wrote commonly appears anthologies lent many interpretations summary wikipedia |
| 11166 |
11107 |
11768 |
Companionable Books |
Henry van Dyke |
Literary Criticism |
Many books are dry and dusty, there is no juice in them; and many are soon exhausted, you would no more go back to them than to a squeezed orange; but some have in them an unfailing sap, both from the tree of knowledge and the tree of life. Here I have written about a few of these books which have borne me good company, in one way or another, -- and about their authors, who have put the best of themselves into their work. Such criticism as the volume contains is therefore mainly in the form of appreciation with reasons for it. So I send forth my new ship, hoping only that it may carry something desirable from each of the ports where it has taken on cargo, and that it may not be sunk by the enemy before it touches at a few friendly harbors. (Henry van Dyke) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/companionable-books-by-henry-van-dyke/ |
many books dry dusty juice them many soon exhausted would go back squeezed orange unfailing sap tree knowledge tree life written books borne good company one way another authors put best work criticism volume contains therefore mainly form appreciation reasons it send forth new ship hoping may carry something desirable ports taken cargo may sunk enemy touches friendly harbors henry van dyke |
| 11167 |
11108 |
11769 |
Man of Honor |
George Eggleston |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
New Yorker Robert Pagebrook travels to Virginia to visit relatives. The Civil War has ended and family ties are in order to be re-established. All goes well; the family relationships are as they should be, perhaps even better than expected. Unique character studies develop as Pagebrook finds himself in a financial predicament, becoming indebted and with no resources available, as his bank back home has dissolved. It is up to Robert Pagebrook to find a way to prove to his kin that he is still a Man of Honor. (Roger Melin) </p> |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/a-man-of-honor-by-george-eggleston/ |
new yorker robert pagebrook travels virginia visit relatives civil war ended family ties order re established goes well family relationships be perhaps even better expected unique character studies develop pagebrook finds financial predicament becoming indebted resources available bank back home dissolved robert pagebrook find way prove kin still man honor roger melin p |
| 11168 |
11109 |
11770 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 048 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include philosophy and thought--Phtah-Hotep, Petrarch, Diderot, Bertrand Russell, and the Weymouth New Testament; adventure and travel--a survival story by Mark Twain and a woman's sojourn in Saltillo, Mexico; immigration and war--Benjamin Franklin on the assimilation of German speakers, Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, the League of Nations, and an essay on potatoes and war; geology--on the origins of chalk; a critique of one-act plays, a biography of H.H. Munro (Saki), and Emerson's advice to Thoreau to clear his brain by writing poetry.\n<br><br>\nAphorisms by Diderot was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12714">Margaret Jourdain</a>\nPetrarch's Secret was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12715">William H. Draper</a>\nThe Instruction of Ptah-Hotep was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/12664">Battiscombe G. Gunn</a> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-048-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include philosophy thought phtah hotep petrarch diderot bertrand russell weymouth new testament adventure travel a survival story mark twain woman s sojourn saltillo mexico immigration war benjamin franklin assimilation german speakers lincoln s gettysburg address league nations essay potatoes war geology on origins chalk critique one act plays biography h h munro saki emerson s advice thoreau clear brain writing poetry br br aphorisms diderot translated a href https librivox org author 12714 margaret jourdain a petrarch s secret translated a href https librivox org author 12715 william h draper a instruction ptah hotep translated a href https librivox org author 12664 battiscombe g gunn a |
| 11169 |
11110 |
11771 |
When Shadows Die |
E.D.E.N. Southworth |
Action & Adventure |
A sequel to "Her Mothers Secret" and "Love's Bitterest Cup" (Bridget Gaige) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/when-shadows-die-by-eden-southworth/ |
sequel her mothers secret love s bitterest cup bridget gaige |
| 11170 |
11111 |
11772 |
Van der Linden's c.s. |
Paul Adriaan Daum |
Historical Fiction |
Eerste deel van de cyclus: In en Uit 's Lands Dienst. Kritische roman over het leven van de Nederlanders in het Indië van het einde van de 19de eeuw.<br>\n\nHet uitspinnen van een intrige, het doorspelen van dezelfde personen, het altijd verder vertellen aan één geschiedenis, dit kinderlik vermaak, waarmee de journalist zijn lezers van jaargang op jaargang bleef boeien, verleidde Maurits tot een roman in vier delen, ieder met eigen titel, vermoedelik volgens model van Perelaer's tetralogie Een kwart eeuw tusschen de keerkringen, die de zijne vijf jaar vooruit was gegaan. Terwijl de militair alleen zijn eigen leven, natuurlik bont opgesierd, behandelde, liet Maurits, een kunstenaar met verbeeldingskracht en scheppingsvermogen, allerlei vertegenwoordigers van de Indiese samenleving optreden, zodat het geheel de ruimer naam ‘In en uit 's Lands dienst’ voeren kon. (Gerard Brom 1931) |
Dutch |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/de-van-der-lindens-cs-by-paul-adriaan-daum/ |
eerste deel van de cyclus en uit s lands dienst kritische roman het leven van de nederlanders het indië van het einde van de 19de eeuw br het uitspinnen van een intrige het doorspelen van dezelfde personen het altijd verder vertellen aan één geschiedenis dit kinderlik vermaak waarmee de journalist zijn lezers van jaargang op jaargang bleef boeien verleidde maurits tot een roman vier delen ieder met eigen titel vermoedelik volgens model van perelaer s tetralogie een kwart eeuw tusschen de keerkringen die de zijne vijf jaar vooruit gegaan terwijl de militair alleen zijn eigen leven natuurlik bont opgesierd behandelde liet maurits een kunstenaar met verbeeldingskracht en scheppingsvermogen allerlei vertegenwoordigers van de indiese samenleving optreden zodat het geheel de ruimer naam in en uit s lands dienst voeren kon gerard brom 1931 |
| 11171 |
11112 |
11773 |
Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol 1 |
Henry Richard Fox Bourne |
Biography & Autobiography |
Lord Cochrane was a Napoleonic-era sea captain, whose adventures were the source material for many popular series of naval fiction. He started to write a biography but passed away after completing only two volumes. This work, co-authored by a naval historian and Cocharne's son, completes his "Autobiography of a Seaman". In this volume, Cochrane helps the Chilean navy defeat the Pacific navy of Spain, and then takes command of the navy of Brazil. It ends with him sailing to Greece, to aid them in rebellion against their Ottoman overlords |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-thomas-lord-cochrane-tenth-earl-of-dundonald-vol-1-by-henry-richard-fox-bourne/ |
lord cochrane napoleonic era sea captain whose adventures source material many popular series naval fiction started write biography passed away completing two volumes work co authored naval historian cocharne s son completes autobiography seaman volume cochrane helps chilean navy defeat pacific navy spain takes command navy brazil ends sailing greece aid rebellion ottoman overlords |
| 11172 |
11114 |
11775 |
Songs from the Mountains |
Henry Kendall |
Poetry |
This is a volume of late poetry by Australian poet Henry Kendall, published in 1880. The poems in this volume are prime examples of the style for which Kendall was famous, describing the Australian nature and landscape in poetic detail. Wikipedia quotes the Sydney Mail writing: "Sad songs though many of them be, they are full of great thoughts and lofty aspirations. You may dislike them because they are not all chanted in unison with the bright noontide hymn; but you cannot deny that they are all of the music that floats high above the level of earthly grossness, and that sings, if sometimes among clouds, yet always far above the spires and mountains, although these are loftier than the level of the unbroken plains beneath." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/songs-from-the-mountains-by-henry-kendall/ |
volume late poetry australian poet henry kendall published 1880 poems volume prime examples style kendall famous describing australian nature landscape poetic detail wikipedia quotes sydney mail writing sad songs though many be full great thoughts lofty aspirations may dislike chanted unison bright noontide hymn cannot deny music floats high level earthly grossness sings sometimes among clouds yet always far spires mountains although loftier level unbroken plains beneath summary carolin |
| 11173 |
11115 |
11776 |
Poems |
Sophia Margaretta Hensley |
Poetry |
This is a volume of early poetry by Sophia Margaretta Hensley. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-sophia-margaretta-hensley/ |
volume early poetry sophia margaretta hensley summary carolin |
| 11174 |
11116 |
11777 |
Love Poems and Others |
D. H. Lawrence |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by DH Lawrence. Most of the poems concern love and neighboring emotions, but some poems also concern other themes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/love-poems-and-others-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
collection poems dh lawrence poems concern love neighboring emotions poems also concern themes summary carolin |
| 11175 |
11117 |
11778 |
Songs of Sea and Sail |
Thomas Fleming Day |
Poetry |
Thomas Fleming Day was an American sailboat designer and sailboat racer. He was the founding editor of Rudder, a monthly magazine about boats, and himself the first to win the annual New York to Bermuda race. Not so well-known today is the fact that Day also occasionally penned a poem about his passion for the sea and sailing. Those poems are collected in this volume. - Summary by Carolin and Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-sea-and-sail-by-thomas-fleming-day/ |
thomas fleming day american sailboat designer sailboat racer founding editor rudder monthly magazine boats first win annual new york bermuda race well known today fact day also occasionally penned poem passion sea sailing poems collected volume summary carolin wikipedia |
| 11176 |
11118 |
11779 |
On the Future of our Educational Institutions |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Philosophy |
Nietzsche gives a series of lectures in Bale, Germany on the subject of German educational institutions, and what the best way forward. Summary by Aaron. |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-future-of-our-educational-institutions-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
nietzsche gives series lectures bale germany subject german educational institutions best way forward summary aaron |
| 11177 |
11119 |
11780 |
Little Minister |
J. M. Barrie |
Family |
Before "Peter Pan" came "The Little Minister", J.M. Barrie's first published novel. This is not a children's book, but reflections on life in a remote village in Scotland. The story opens with the minister and his mother moving into the village of Thrums, where the minister must earn the respect of the villagers, threading his way through class differences, politics and suspicion of the travelling gypsies. But what would happen if the newly respectable minister of Thrums fell in love with a gypsy woman? And how will her secret impact upon them all? (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-minister-by-j-m-barrie/ |
peter pan came the little minister j m barrie s first published novel children s book reflections life remote village scotland story opens minister mother moving village thrums minister must earn respect villagers threading way class differences politics suspicion travelling gypsies would happen newly respectable minister thrums fell love gypsy woman secret impact upon all summary beth thomas |
| 11178 |
11120 |
11781 |
Old Old Fairy Tales |
Laura Valentine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Once upon a time a king had an extreme passion for silkworms..." So begins one story in this unusual collection. Here you may also find a farm girl cursed by becoming a queen, a prince blessed with having his every wish denied, a princess turned into a monkey at birth, three sisters who disguise themselves as knights to seek their fortunes, a princess cursed to bring death to her brothers, and a princess only able to marry the man who can step on her cat's tail!<br><br>This collection of European fairy tales includes many lesser known stories such as the original "Goody Two Shoes" and "The Beneficent Frog". Some well known stories have extended versions, such as how Goldilocks fared after leaving the house of the Three Bears and eventually learned that stealing is wrong. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-old-fairy-tales-by-laura-valentine/ |
once upon time king extreme passion silkworms begins one story unusual collection may also find farm girl cursed becoming queen prince blessed every wish denied princess turned monkey birth three sisters disguise knights seek fortunes princess cursed bring death brothers princess able marry man step cat s tail br br this collection european fairy tales includes many lesser known stories original goody two shoes the beneficent frog well known stories extended versions goldilocks fared leaving house three bears eventually learned stealing wrong summary beth thomas |
| 11179 |
11121 |
11782 |
Three Days On The Ohio River |
William A Alcott |
Travel & Geography |
This 1854 narration of a trip upon the Ohio River in a steamboat from Cincinnati to Pittsburg gives a picture of travel in a different time and almost a different United States. The author was well-known in his time and wrote prolifically. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/three-days-on-the-ohio-river-by-william-a-alcott/ |
1854 narration trip upon ohio river steamboat cincinnati pittsburg gives picture travel different time almost different united states author well known time wrote prolifically summary david wales |
| 11180 |
11122 |
11783 |
Lady Jane Grey and Her Times |
Ida Ashworth Taylor |
Biography & Autobiography |
Lady Jane Grey was an English noblewoman, great-granddaughter of Henry VII. As her cousin, Edward VI, lay on his death-bed, he nominated her as his successor to the English crown ahead of his half-sisters Mary and Elizabeth. Jane's reign lasted a mere nine days, before she was convicted of treason and imprisoned in the Tower of London. Often considered one of the most romantic characters of royal history, Taylor gives us a full biography of the Nine Day Queen. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/lady-jane-grey-and-her-times-by-ida-ashworth-taylor/ |
lady jane grey english noblewoman great granddaughter henry vii cousin edward vi lay death bed nominated successor english crown ahead half sisters mary elizabeth jane s reign lasted mere nine days convicted treason imprisoned tower london often considered one romantic characters royal history taylor gives us full biography nine day queen summary lynne thompson |
| 11181 |
11126 |
11787 |
Kate Bonnet |
Frank R. Stockton |
Romance |
"She carried a fishing rod and line, and her name was Kate Bonnet. She was a bright-faced, quick-moving young person, and apparently did not expect to catch many fish, for she had no basket in which to carry away her finny prizes." It was the first quarter of the seventeenth century in Barbados, and Mistress Kate was the pretty daughter of a notorious pirate with her eye on a young, handsome and prosperous farmer. This is an account of the fictional daughter of infamous crony of Blackbeard, Stede Bonnet (whose only real-life daughter was named Mary). - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/kate-bonnet-by-frank-r-stockton/ |
she carried fishing rod line name kate bonnet bright faced quick moving young person apparently expect catch many fish basket carry away finny prizes first quarter seventeenth century barbados mistress kate pretty daughter notorious pirate eye young handsome prosperous farmer account fictional daughter infamous crony blackbeard stede bonnet whose real life daughter named mary summary lynne thompson |
| 11182 |
11127 |
11788 |
With The American Ambulance Field Service In France; Personal Letters Of A Driver At The Front |
Leslie Buswell |
War & Military, Medical |
This 1915 publication collects letters written by a driver for the American ambulance service. The incidents they relate occurred before the entrance of the United States into World War I as a combatant. “These letters, according to ordinary ethics in such matters, should not, perhaps, be published. They were merely intended as tributes of friendship and remembrance. Casually written — in pencil often — at moments between duties, with no thought of their being destined to any further purpose than that distance and absence might count a little less through the pictures they would give of a day's work far away.” - Summary by Book Preface and David Wales |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/with-the-american-ambulance-field-service-in-france-personal-letters-of-a-driver-at-the-front-by-leslie-buswell/ |
1915 publication collects letters written driver american ambulance service incidents relate occurred entrance united states world war combatant these letters according ordinary ethics matters not perhaps published merely intended tributes friendship remembrance casually written pencil often moments duties thought destined purpose distance absence might count little less pictures would give day s work far away summary book preface david wales |
| 11183 |
11128 |
11789 |
caballero de las botas azules |
Rosalía de Castro |
Satire, Fantasy Fiction |
Esta novela de Rosalía de Castro, es considerada por la crítica como la más interesante de la autora. Calificada por ella como "cuento extraño". Compuesta por veinticuatro capítulos a modo dramático, entre un hombre y una musa: "Ya que has acudido a mi llamamiento, ¡oh musa!, escúchame atenta y propicia, y haz que se cumpla mi más ferviente deseo" La obra es una "sátira fantástica" a la hipocresía de la sociedad madrileña. - Summary by Montse González. |
Spanish |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/el-caballero-de-las-botas-azules-by-rosalia-de-castro/ |
esta novela de rosalía de castro es considerada por la crítica como la más interesante de la autora calificada por ella como cuento extraño compuesta por veinticuatro capítulos modo dramático entre un hombre una musa ya que acudido mi llamamiento oh musa escúchame atenta propicia haz que se cumpla mi más ferviente deseo la obra es una sátira fantástica la hipocresía de la sociedad madrileña summary montse gonzález |
| 11184 |
11129 |
11790 |
Alice; or The Wages of Sin |
Frederic Werden Pangborn |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This book is given to the reader, as the exposition of a terrible possibility in actual life. Should there be found, in its pages, any warm tints, any cheering or amusing passages, the author will be glad to know that they have brightened a moment of some reader's life. But he has not written merely to amuse. He has sought to "point a moral," as well as to "adorn a tale;" and, if the work shall become the means of helping some sincere soul to a strengthening of its determination to think before acting, to study consequences before creating causes, the author will not have written in vain. |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/alice-or-the-wages-of-sin-by-frederic-werden-pangborn/ |
book given reader exposition terrible possibility actual life found pages warm tints cheering amusing passages author glad know brightened moment reader s life written merely amuse sought point moral well adorn tale and work shall become means helping sincere soul strengthening determination think acting study consequences creating causes author written vain |
| 11185 |
11130 |
11791 |
Faery Tales from Hans Christian Andersen |
Hans Christian Andersen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a 1910 edition of the Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen. This volume is nicely mixed, containing both the most famous tales as well as some which are not quite as well-known. The translation is adapted for American readership and in some ways brings a new facet to some of the stories. Listeners may want to have a look at the online text for its beautiful colour illustrations. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/faery-tales-from-hans-christian-andersen |
1910 edition fairy tales hans christian andersen volume nicely mixed containing famous tales well quite well known translation adapted american readership ways brings new facet stories listeners may want look online text beautiful colour illustrations summary carolin |
| 11186 |
11131 |
11792 |
Cossack Fairy Tales |
Robert Nisbet Bain |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a volume of fairy tales and folk tales from the Cossack people, compiled and translated by Robert Nisbet Bain. The tales are special as most children will not have heard them a hundred times before, and as they take listeners into a different region of the realm of the fairy tale. <br></br>The Cossacks are a group of people living mostly in what is now Ukraine and Russia. The fairy and folk tales contained in this volume allow a glimpse into both the cultural traditions of the Cossack people, as well as into how this culture was perceived by others. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/cossack-fairy-tales-by-robert-nisbet-bain/ |
volume fairy tales folk tales cossack people compiled translated robert nisbet bain tales special children heard hundred times before take listeners different region realm fairy tale br br the cossacks group people living mostly ukraine russia fairy folk tales contained volume allow glimpse cultural traditions cossack people well culture perceived others summary carolin |
| 11187 |
11132 |
11793 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 051 |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres. <br></br>\n"Im Gerichtssaal" übersetzt von Marie Franzos (1870–1941)<br></br>\nErstes Kapitel von "Der Spieler" übersetzt von August Scholz (1857–1923)<br></br><br></br>\n Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-051-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br im gerichtssaal übersetzt von marie franzos 1870 1941 br br erstes kapitel von der spieler übersetzt von august scholz 1857 1923 br br br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br |
| 11188 |
11133 |
11794 |
Tales Of The Royal Irish Constabulary |
Unknown |
Law, Modern (20th C) |
The Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC, simply called the Irish Constabulary 1836–67) was the armed police force of the United Kingdom in Ireland from the early nineteenth century until 1922. About seventy-five percent of the RIC were Roman Catholic and about twenty-five percent were of various Protestant denominations, the Catholics mainly constables and the Protestants officers. In consequence of the Anglo-Irish Treaty, the RIC was disbanded in 1922 and was replaced by the Garda Síochána in the Irish Free State and the Royal Ulster Constabulary in Northern Ireland. This book of stories about the RIC, written by a staunch Crown Loyalist, was published a year before its dissolution. A few terms: Sinn Fein were insurgents fighting to establish an independent Irish state; Volunteers were local members of the Sinn Fein; Black and Tans were a force of temporary constables formed to assist the RIC; Auxiliaries or Auxiliary Cadets or merely Cadets were another group in aid of the RIC; "gone to America" was a euphemism usually meaning death (unless the context showed that it really meant emigration); "Castle" meant Dublin Castle off Dame Street, Dublin, Ireland, was until 1922 the seat of the United Kingdom government's administration in Ireland. ( david wales) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-royal-irish-constabulary-by-unknown/ |
royal irish constabulary ric simply called irish constabulary 1836 67 armed police force united kingdom ireland early nineteenth century 1922 seventy five percent ric roman catholic twenty five percent various protestant denominations catholics mainly constables protestants officers consequence anglo irish treaty ric disbanded 1922 replaced garda síochána irish free state royal ulster constabulary northern ireland book stories ric written staunch crown loyalist published year dissolution terms sinn fein insurgents fighting establish independent irish state volunteers local members sinn fein black tans force temporary constables formed assist ric auxiliaries auxiliary cadets merely cadets another group aid ric gone america euphemism usually meaning death unless context showed really meant emigration castle meant dublin castle dame street dublin ireland 1922 seat united kingdom government s administration ireland david wales |
| 11189 |
11134 |
11795 |
Bedtime |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/bedtime-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald scottish author poet christian minister pioneering figure field fantasy literature mentor fellow writer lewis carroll writings cited major literary influence many notable authors including w h auden c s lewis j r r tolkien walter de la mare e nesbit madeleine l engle summary wikipedia |
| 11190 |
11135 |
11796 |
On Propositions: What They Are and How They Mean |
Bertrand Russell |
Modern |
In this piece, Bertrand Russell offers an account of propositions. This essay has been widely regarded as a turning point in Russell's thought: fresh from his prison sentence, during which he read numerous works of psychology, he now rejects the existence of the unitary, lasting metaphysical subject and the act-object analysis of sensation. He here embraces the view advocated by American philosophers like William James, namely, neutral monism. This far-ranging essay includes a lengthy discussion of behaviorism and of the structure of facts, complete with an endorsement of negative facts and criticisms of attempts to avoid them. - Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/on-propositions-by-bertrand-russell/ |
piece bertrand russell offers account propositions essay widely regarded turning point russell s thought fresh prison sentence read numerous works psychology rejects existence unitary lasting metaphysical subject act object analysis sensation embraces view advocated american philosophers like william james namely neutral monism far ranging essay includes lengthy discussion behaviorism structure facts complete endorsement negative facts criticisms attempts avoid them summary landon d c elkind |
| 11191 |
11136 |
11797 |
Short Poetry Collection 172 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 38 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for September 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-172-by-various/ |
collection 38 poems read librivox volunteers september 2017 |
| 11192 |
11137 |
11798 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 4: Part 3: Nisida |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
This story details the many crimes (attempted rape, assault, filicide, etc.) surrounding a significant historical confrontation between a fisherman from the island of Nisida, named Gabriel, and the Italian Prince of Brancaleone. Dumas notes that "the details of this case are recorded in the archives of the Criminal Court at Naples." - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-4-part-3-nisida-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
story details many crimes attempted rape assault filicide etc surrounding significant historical confrontation fisherman island nisida named gabriel italian prince brancaleone dumas notes the details case recorded archives criminal court naples summary jvanstan |
| 11193 |
11138 |
11799 |
History of Pendennis |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
In Pendennis, William Makepeace Thackeray skillfully shows the coming of age of Arthur Pendennis, a young gentleman trying to make his way in the world. Pen's difficulties in finding his place in the difficult maze of social obstacles are created to some extent by his being raised in the country and being from an ancient though impoverished family. We follow his course from the village in which he was raised via Oxbridge to London, meeting the most memorable characters, falling in and out of love, navigating the difficulties of society, and hopefully finally arriving at a happy end. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-pendennis-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
pendennis william makepeace thackeray skillfully shows coming age arthur pendennis young gentleman trying make way world pen s difficulties finding place difficult maze social obstacles created extent raised country ancient though impoverished family follow course village raised via oxbridge london meeting memorable characters falling love navigating difficulties society hopefully finally arriving happy end summary carolin |
| 11194 |
11139 |
11800 |
Elsie Venner |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Literary Fiction |
Bernard Langdon is close to earning his degree in medicine when his family finds itself in financial difficulties, forcing Langdon to interrupt his studies for a time in order to earn money with which to fund the rest of his degree. He therefore leaves Boston in order to teach at a school in a village in the area. One of his students is Elsie Venner, a seventeen year-old girl, who is avoided by her peers and keeps apart. Somehow, Elsie exerts a great fascination on Langdon, as there is something distinctly different about her with her strangeness and quick temper. <br></br><i>Elsie Venner</i> is one of Oliver Wendell Holmes' "medicated novels", in which he explores a medical condition of a character. Holmes was teaching at Harvard Medical School when this book was published, and he chose to let a professor of medicine narrate the story. <i>Elsie Venner</i> is notable for its strong Boston local colour, being at the same time the book in which Holmes coined the term "Boston Brahmin". - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/elsie-venner-by-oliver-wendell-holmes/ |
bernard langdon close earning degree medicine family finds financial difficulties forcing langdon interrupt studies time order earn money fund rest degree therefore leaves boston order teach school village area one students elsie venner seventeen year old girl avoided peers keeps apart somehow elsie exerts great fascination langdon something distinctly different strangeness quick temper br br i elsie venner i one oliver wendell holmes medicated novels explores medical condition character holmes teaching harvard medical school book published chose let professor medicine narrate story i elsie venner i notable strong boston local colour time book holmes coined term boston brahmin summary carolin |
| 11195 |
11140 |
11801 |
Anything You Can Do ... (version 2) |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
The Alien did not intend to crash land on earth, but he did. The alien tried to communicate with humans, but he could not. The alien did not wish to be captured, and so he wasn't. For over 5 years he roamed, looting and killing as necessary. Why could the combined forces and brains of all the nations on earth not deal with him or it? Well, Earth was faced with a strange problem indeed. They had to have a superman. And there weren't any available. So perhaps one had to be made.... - Summary by preface and phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/anything-you-can-do-by-randall-garrett-2/ |
alien intend crash land earth did alien tried communicate humans could not alien wish captured wasn t 5 years roamed looting killing necessary could combined forces brains nations earth deal it well earth faced strange problem indeed superman available perhaps one made summary preface phil chenevert |
| 11196 |
11141 |
11802 |
Libro de Las Mil Noches y Una Noche Volumen 3 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Ningún libro tan conocido, y menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas, monumento literario del pueblo árabe. Con el título de Las Mil y Una Noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa, y nada es menos cierto. Las Mil y Una Noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos y nada más. entresacados de la monumental obra árabe y traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo a los niños, por sus relatos maravillosos. Novelas humanas, exhuberantes de pasión, fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo XVII en infantiles relatos. La grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días. Es el doctor Mardrus el que por primera vez la dio a conocer al público con una traducción completa y fiel de las Alf Lailah Oua Lailah (Mil Noches y Una Noche). El lector encontrará las famosas novelas, palabra por palabra, tal como las crearon sus autores. El texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres: su alma es la misma. - Summary by Editores del libro |
Spanish |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/el-libro-de-las-mil-noches-y-una-noche-volumen-3-by-anonymous/ |
ningún libro tan conocido menos conocido que esta famosa colección de novelas monumento literario del pueblo árabe con el título de las mil una noches circula desde hace siglos un libro que todos aceptan como una obra completa nada es menos cierto las mil una noches publicadas hasta el presente se componen de unos cuantos cuentos nada más entresacados de la monumental obra árabe traducidos tímidamente para que puedan servir de recreo los niños por sus relatos maravillosos novelas humanas exhuberantes de pasión fueron convertidas por el traductor del siglo xvii en infantiles relatos la grande obra imaginativa de los cuentistas semitas ha permanecido ignorada hasta nuestros días es el doctor mardrus el que por primera vez la dio conocer al público con una traducción completa fiel de las alf lailah oua lailah mil noches una noche el lector encontrará las famosas novelas palabra por palabra tal como las crearon sus autores el texto árabe ha cambiado simplemente de caracteres su alma es la misma summary editores del libro |
| 11197 |
11142 |
11803 |
Mystery of the Chinese Ring |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Mystery of the Chinese Ring is an exotic adventure story and is set in locations such as Burma and China, with the historical and political ramifications which applied to the mid Twentieth Century and still ring true in the early 21st Century. What is the purpose of the ring? What is the significance of the letter “K”? Why the interest in a sixteen year old boy going to visit a relative in Burma? Why are family dynasties so important, and why the secrecy concerning their survival?\n\nThis is an audiobook that will find eager listeners from the ages of about ten to octogenarians, male and female, and also those enjoying adventure stories with many twists and turns. The author, Andy Adams, was a well known writer of cowboy books which are thought to be the best in that genre, and his Biff Brewster books, of which he wrote three, are likewise highly regarded. As the main hero is aged sixteen, this story will find resonances in all those that are young in heart, and is an entertaining book in its own right. - Summary by Peter thomlinson |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-chinese-ring-by-andy-adams/ |
mystery chinese ring exotic adventure story set locations burma china historical political ramifications applied mid twentieth century still ring true early 21st century purpose ring significance letter k interest sixteen year old boy going visit relative burma family dynasties important secrecy concerning survival audiobook find eager listeners ages ten octogenarians male female also enjoying adventure stories many twists turns author andy adams well known writer cowboy books thought best genre biff brewster books wrote three likewise highly regarded main hero aged sixteen story find resonances young heart entertaining book right summary peter thomlinson |
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11804 |
Jo's Boys (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Dramatic Readings, Romance, Family |
Jo’s little men and women are grown up and entering new stages of life. Along with discovering their individual niches, there are lots of lessons to study, plays to perform, and parties to attend… and love is undeniably in the air. When three of Jo’s most beloved boys embark on journeys of their own, they encounter some of the most difficult challenges ever faced in their young lives. Meanwhile, back at home, Jo and her family must be strong when they receive the news that not all three of the boys may return. Will Emil, Nat, and Dan find their way home to Plumfield?<br><br>\nFind out in <i>Jo’s Boys</i>, the final installment of the <i>Little Women</i> trilogy by Louisa May Alcott. (Summary by Twinkle)<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>Jo Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn</a><br>Fritz Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8770">Paul Simonin</a><br>Dan Kean: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Emil Hoffmann: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10526">George Allen</a><br>Nat Blake: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Demi Brooke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12131">McKinnie Lee Sizemore</a><br>Daisy Brooke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>Josie Brooke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a><br>Rob Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo</a><br>Ted Bhaer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11529">ABFries</a><br>Bess Laurence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br>\nAdditional characters voiced by\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11731">Alex Inigo</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11611">Barbara Anne Scott</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11566">Brenda Davidson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11604">Chee Sing Lee</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11180">Diane Alailima</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H Dolbier</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8587">Drew Johnson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303">Jael Baldwin</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11616">Julie Barkley</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1649">Kalynda</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9478">Kangaroo</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11615">Laura Riley</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11606">M. Licciardello</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11278">Michelle Kane</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11597">Rachel Lundstrom</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11174">Romano</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11555">Shasta</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11577">SherlHolmesMD</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11277">Stacy Simon</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11617">Starling Reader</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11590">TrudiBvoice</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11736">Will the Ninja</a>, and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11854">Cari Shorrock</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/jos-boys-by-louisa-may-alcott-2/ |
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11144 |
11805 |
Werde, die Du bist |
Hedwig Dohm |
Literary Fiction |
Einer älteren Frau, Mutter und Großmutter, eröffnen sich nach dem Tode ihres Mannes Einsichten in neue Lebensperspektiven. Gleichzeitig stößt sie an die Grenzen des Frauenbildes ihrer Gesellschaft. Die 1894 veröffentlichte Novelle macht uns mit der Hauptperson zunächst in einer Irrenanstalt bekannt. Die Erzählung aus der Perspektive ihres Arztes dient als Rahmenhandlung, ihre Tagebuchaufzeichnungen stellen die Binnenhandlung dar. Hedwig Dohm setzte sich in ihren Publikationen für die Gleichstellung der Frauen ein. (Zusammenfassung von Eva K.) |
German |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/werde-die-du-bist-by-hedwig-dohm/ |
einer älteren frau mutter und großmutter eröffnen sich nach dem tode ihres mannes einsichten neue lebensperspektiven gleichzeitig stößt sie die grenzen des frauenbildes ihrer gesellschaft die 1894 veröffentlichte novelle macht uns mit der hauptperson zunächst einer irrenanstalt bekannt die erzählung aus der perspektive ihres arztes dient als rahmenhandlung ihre tagebuchaufzeichnungen stellen die binnenhandlung dar hedwig dohm setzte sich ihren publikationen für die gleichstellung der frauen ein zusammenfassung von eva k |
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11302 |
11971 |
Nye and Riley's Wit and Humor |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction |
"What this country needs, aside from a new Indian policy and a style of poison for children which will be liable to kill rats if they eat it by accident, is a Railway Guide which will be just as good two years ago as it was next spring—a Railway Guide, if you please, which shall not be cursed by a plethora of facts, or poisoned with information—a Railway Guide that shall be rich with doubts and lighted up with miserable apprehensions. In other Railway Guides, pleasing fancy, poesy and literary beauty, have been throttled at the very threshold of success, by a wild incontinence of facts, figures, asterisks and references to meal stations. For this reason a guide has been built at our own shops and on a new plan. It is the literary piece de resistance of the age in which we live. It will not permit information to creep in and mar the reader's enjoyment of the scenery. It contains no railroad map which is grossly inaccurate. It has no time-table in it which has outlived its uselessness. It does not prohibit passengers from riding on the platform while the cars are in motion. It permits every one to do just as he pleases and rather encourages him in taking that course." - Bill Nye |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/nye-and-rileys-wit-and-humor-by-nye-riley/ |
what country needs aside new indian policy style poison children liable kill rats eat accident railway guide good two years ago next spring a railway guide please shall cursed plethora facts poisoned information a railway guide shall rich doubts lighted miserable apprehensions railway guides pleasing fancy poesy literary beauty throttled threshold success wild incontinence facts figures asterisks references meal stations reason guide built shops new plan literary piece de resistance age live permit information creep mar reader s enjoyment scenery contains railroad map grossly inaccurate time table outlived uselessness prohibit passengers riding platform cars motion permits every one pleases rather encourages taking course bill nye |
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11145 |
11806 |
Gleanings in Buddha Fields |
Lafcadio Hearn |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Lafcadio Hearn was one of the first Westerners to live in Japan during the early Meiji era, and a prolific writer. Although chiefly known for his collections of Japanese ghost stories (in particular <a href="https://librivox.org/kwaidan-stories-and-studies-of-strange-things-by-lafcadio-hearn/">Kwaidan</a>), he also wrote many non-fiction essays about his life in Japan. <br>\n\nThis book contains 11 essays covering a variety of topics. For example, Hearn writes about his visits to Kyoto and Osaka, Japanese art, as well as Buddhism and Nirvana. (Summary by Availle)<br><br>\n\nProoflisteners for this book were Isana and Margot. |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/gleanings-in-buddha-fields-by-lafcadio-hearn/ |
lafcadio hearn one first westerners live japan early meiji era prolific writer although chiefly known collections japanese ghost stories in particular a href https librivox org kwaidan stories and studies of strange things by lafcadio hearn kwaidan a also wrote many non fiction essays life japan br book contains 11 essays covering variety topics example hearn writes visits kyoto osaka japanese art well buddhism nirvana summary availle br br prooflisteners book isana margot |
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11146 |
11807 |
Hooded Detective: 6 Action Packed Pulp Detective Stories |
Cliff Campbell |
Detective Fiction |
Evil lurks in the hearts and minds of men and many nefarious schemes are hatched by these gangsters, mob bosses and super villains. But thankfully, equally brave, talented detectives (some of them hooded) are there to track them down and thwart their twisted plans. These six stories, along with two "true fact detective shorts" were in the magazine Hooded Detective, January 1942. Are they well written? well, no, but they are fun. Here are a few of the blurbs: "They had expected spaghetti with meat sauce for dinner, but were served instead, hot lead, with a little bit of blood on the side...." (A Dinner Date with Murder) "Wilson Lamb cuddled his automatic to play "Mr. Death" and fingered little Louis Engel for coffin cargo. But when he pulled the trigger, Whisper the gun-cobra from Chi spilled out of Doom's deck.." (Candidate for a Coffin). How can you top that last sentence? - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/hooded-detective-6-action-packed-pulp-detective-stories-by-t-w-ford/ |
evil lurks hearts minds men many nefarious schemes hatched gangsters mob bosses super villains thankfully equally brave talented detectives some hooded track thwart twisted plans six stories along two true fact detective shorts magazine hooded detective january 1942 well written well no fun blurbs they expected spaghetti meat sauce dinner served instead hot lead little bit blood side a dinner date murder wilson lamb cuddled automatic play mr death fingered little louis engel coffin cargo pulled trigger whisper gun cobra chi spilled doom s deck candidate coffin top last sentence summary phil chenevert |
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11147 |
11808 |
Seven Autumn Leaves From Fairyland |
E. Cunningham |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Seven original fairy tales . . .<br><br>\n"Now for the stories you promised us."<br>\n"Well, how many shall there be?"<br>\n"O, seven, one for each."<br>\nAnd here are our seven stories; affectionately dedicated to any little curly heads that like to read them. (Preface) <br><br> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/seven-autumn-leaves-from-fairyland-by-e-cunningham/ |
seven original fairy tales br br now stories promised us br well many shall be br o seven one each br seven stories affectionately dedicated little curly heads like read them preface br br |
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11148 |
11809 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 3 |
Eugène Sue |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Rodolphe, who is really the Grand Duke of Gerolstein (a fictional kingdom of Germany) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. He can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. He is at ease in all layers of society and so is able to understand their problems, and how the different social classes are linked. (Summary by Michele Eaton ) |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-paris-volume-3-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe really grand duke gerolstein a fictional kingdom germany disguised parisian worker speak argot extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind ease layers society able understand problems different social classes linked summary michele eaton |
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11149 |
11810 |
Handbook of Fish Cookery |
Lucy H. Yates |
Cooking |
This is a very practical book concerning the cooking of fish. The author does not limit herself simply to recipes, but also adds sound advice on how to recognize a fresh fish, when certain fish are in season, and how to preserve fish, as well as recipes for fish and fish sauces.<br></br>"An excellent practical treatise, well expressed, full of sound information lucidly conveyed by a writer who really knows her subject well, and combines fine taste with a real regard for economy." - The Times. Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-handbook-of-fish-cookery-by-lucy-h-yates/ |
practical book concerning cooking fish author limit simply recipes also adds sound advice recognize fresh fish certain fish season preserve fish well recipes fish fish sauces br br an excellent practical treatise well expressed full sound information lucidly conveyed writer really knows subject well combines fine taste real regard economy times summary carolin |
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11150 |
11811 |
World’s Famous Orations, Vol. II: Rome |
William Jennings Bryan |
Antiquity |
In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey compiled a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. This is the second volume in this series, in which the most famous speeches of great Roman statesmen are collected, including Cicero, Seneca, and Julius Caesar. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-famous-orations-vol-ii-by-various/ |
1906 william jennings bryan famous american orator francis whiting halsey compiled series famous orations time ordered geographic area time period ranging ancient greece contemporary united states second volume series famous speeches great roman statesmen collected including cicero seneca julius caesar summary carolin |
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11151 |
11812 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 10, Jan. 6, 1880 |
Various |
General, General |
Harper's Young People upon its first publication in 1879 was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This tenth issue of the serial was published on January 6, 1880. Published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-10-jan-6-1880-by-various/ |
harper s young people upon first publication 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children tenth issue serial published january 6 1880 published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
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11152 |
11813 |
Industrial Biography: Iron Workers and Tool Makers |
Samuel Smiles |
Biography & Autobiography |
Short Biographies of some of the most influential engineers who developed the modern manufacturing methods behind the Industrial Revolution.<br><br>\nEngineers and designers tend to be fairly anonymous figures in history – content to make things rather than write about them. At the time Smiles wrote “Industrial Biography” the whole of British society was undergoing massive changes driven by developments in the High Technology of the day – Mechanical Engineering.<br><br>\nMuch of the knowledge we have of the brilliant mechanical engineers who developed the iron and machine tools of the nineteenth century was gathered and recorded by Smiles from the men themselves and from their students. Without Bramah, Maudslay, Nasmyth , and others Brunel would not have been able to build his railways, bridges and steamships. And many of their machine tools are still in use 200 years later: my own lathe looks very similar to one made by Maudslay in 1800 and almost identical to Whitworth lathes from the 1830s.<br><br>\nSmiles’ most famous work is “Self Help” published in 1859: the book that defined the Liberal Victorian response to the poor. In "Industrial Biography", written only four years later, the virtues of thrift, hard work, and self-improvement are woven through the stories of the great mechanical engineers, most of whom raised themselves from very humble beginnings. In some ways Industrial Biography and the other engineering biographies published by Smiles can be seen as examples to illustrate “Self Help”. (Summary by Clive Catterall) |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/industrial-biography-by-samuel-smiles/ |
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11814 |
Portrait of a Lady (version 3) |
Henry James |
Literary Fiction |
Our central character is Isabel Archer of Albany, New York, a young woman of no great means, and no great beauty (that is, by her own estimation; others disagree) yet of rich imagination, high ideals and a thirst for knowledge of the world. Carried off by her aunt to England, she quite unexpectedly finds herself the beneficiary of a substantial legacy from her uncle, a very successful American banker in London. It will, her admiring cousin says to his father, allow her “to put a little wind in her sails” and to see the world.\n\nThough some American reviewers rather dismissed the book when it appeared in the mid-1880s, for other readers today The Portrait of a Lady has become THE Great American Novel, or at least very close to the top. That is for a number of reasons, including among others the delineations of character and the psychological depths of the work. A few years ago, in a biographical study of James, Michael Gorra drew on it as a central work (not surprisingly his book is called Portrait of a Novel: Henry James and the Making of an American Masterpiece). James himself tinkered with it over the years, and the text here comes from the so-called New York edition of 1907-09.\n\nMuch of the action takes place in Italy, particularly n the expatriate communities of Florence and Rome. Without giving anything away, it’s worth noting that James’s ending for the novel has caused some puzzlement, not to say controversy, among readers. (Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-portrait-of-a-lady-version-3-by-henry-james/ |
central character isabel archer albany new york young woman great means great beauty that is estimation others disagree yet rich imagination high ideals thirst knowledge world carried aunt england quite unexpectedly finds beneficiary substantial legacy uncle successful american banker london will admiring cousin says father allow to put little wind sails see world though american reviewers rather dismissed book appeared mid 1880s readers today portrait lady become great american novel least close top number reasons including among others delineations character psychological depths work years ago biographical study james michael gorra drew central work not surprisingly book called portrait novel henry james making american masterpiece james tinkered years text comes so called new york edition 1907 09 much action takes place italy particularly n expatriate communities florence rome without giving anything away it s worth noting james s ending novel caused puzzlement say controversy among readers nicholas clifford |
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11154 |
11815 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 3, October 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br> \nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-viii-no-3-october-1900-by-various/ |
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11155 |
11816 |
Gloriana, or The Revolution of 1900 |
Florence Dixie |
Fantasy Fiction |
At the age of twelve, Gloriana de Lara dreams of the day that women are no longer second-class citizens, be able to vote, can aspire to any career open to men. She makes a solemn vow in front of her mother, Speranza, that she will make her dream reality, or die trying. Some years later, she reappears in the guise of Hector D’Strange, and starts her revolution to free women from oppression. Written by gender equality and women’s suffrage activist Lady Florence Dixie in 1890, Gloriana has no shortage of self-confident, heroic and forceful women. ( Mark Nelson) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/gloriana-or-the-revolution-of-1900-by-florence-dixie/ |
age twelve gloriana de lara dreams day women longer second class citizens able vote aspire career open men makes solemn vow front mother speranza make dream reality die trying years later reappears guise hector d strange starts revolution free women oppression written gender equality women s suffrage activist lady florence dixie 1890 gloriana shortage self confident heroic forceful women mark nelson |
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11156 |
11817 |
Olga Romanoff |
George Griffith |
Science Fiction |
Olga Romanoff (1894) is a science fiction novel by the English writer George Griffith, first published as The Syren of the Skies in Pearson's Weekly.\nThe novel continues (from The Angel of the Revolution) the tale of a worldwide brotherhood of anarchists fighting the world armed with fantastical airships, ending on an apocalyptic note as a comet smashes into the earth. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/olga-romanoff-by-george-griffith/ |
olga romanoff 1894 science fiction novel english writer george griffith first published syren skies pearson s weekly novel continues from angel revolution tale worldwide brotherhood anarchists fighting world armed fantastical airships ending apocalyptic note comet smashes earth summary wikipedia |
| 11213 |
11157 |
11818 |
Memoirs of the Author of A Vindication of the Rights of Woman |
William Godwin |
Biography & Autobiography |
William Godwin writes a tell-all about his ex-wife one year after her death. Mary Wollstonecraft (mother of Mary Shelley) was an early proponent of women's rights and lived a lifestyle that was frowned upon during her life. - Summary by Katie Cocco |
English |
1798 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-the-author-of-a-vindication-of-the-rights-of-woman-by-william-godwin/ |
william godwin writes tell all ex wife one year death mary wollstonecraft mother mary shelley early proponent women s rights lived lifestyle frowned upon life summary katie cocco |
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11158 |
11819 |
Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads |
John Lomax |
Anthologies, Ballads |
John Avery Lomax is a towering figure in the field of early American musicology and folklore. Through intensive field work, Lomax built up the core body of work for the Library of Congress Archive. "Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads" is his collection that propelled him to the forefront of his field and ignited new interest in American folklore, inspiring many to continue research. For his contributions to the field of cowboy music, Locas was inducted into the Western Music Hall of Fame in 2010. Many of the verses here are accompanied by musical scores, and some may be more familiar in their musical form such as "A Home on the Range." A wide array of characters and life across the western United States is represented here. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/cowboy-songs-and-other-frontier-ballads-by-john-lomax/ |
john avery lomax towering figure field early american musicology folklore intensive field work lomax built core body work library congress archive cowboy songs frontier ballads collection propelled forefront field ignited new interest american folklore inspiring many continue research contributions field cowboy music locas inducted western music hall fame 2010 many verses accompanied musical scores may familiar musical form a home range wide array characters life across western united states represented here summary larry wilson |
| 11215 |
11159 |
11820 |
leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn - deel 2 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Na de beschrijving van de ideale Nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw (Maurits Lijnslager) en de ideale Nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw (Hillegonda Buisman) nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte Nederlander uit de 18de eeuw. Vrouwen, drank en vooral ook ijdeltuiterij brengen onze held bijna aan de afgrond van het graf. (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders) <BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 1</a><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 3</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 4</a><BR><BR> |
Dutch |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
na de beschrijving van de ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw maurits lijnslager en de ideale nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw hillegonda buisman nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte nederlander uit de 18de eeuw vrouwen drank en vooral ook ijdeltuiterij brengen onze held bijna aan de afgrond van het graf samenvatting door marcel coenders br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 1 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 1 a br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 3 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 3 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 4 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 4 a br br |
| 11216 |
11160 |
11821 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 1: Home and Friendship (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The first of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes a trove of poetry about home and family life, focusing especially on verses about children, verses for children, and fun for little folk. It also includes a general introduction to the series by Carman himself, as well as an introductory essay to the volume by University of Chicago English professor William Darnall MacClintock (1858-1936). (Summary by Tomas Peter) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-1-part-1/ |
first ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes trove poetry home family life focusing especially verses children verses children fun little folk also includes general introduction series carman himself well introductory essay volume university chicago english professor william darnall macclintock 1858 1936 summary tomas peter |
| 11217 |
11161 |
11822 |
Mystery of the Ravenspurs |
Fred M. White |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The Ravenspurs have for generations resided quietly in prosperity and comfort at their seaside castle. But the clan is suddenly besieged with strange happenings which are dwindling the population of the family to only a few which remain, and those few find themselves in fear of becoming the very last of the powerful family if the cause of their untimely deaths and disappearances is not uncovered soon. It will take a great deal of detective work and a touch of travel to help unravel the mystery of the Ravenspurs. (Roger Melin) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-ravenspurs-by-fred-m-white/ |
ravenspurs generations resided quietly prosperity comfort seaside castle clan suddenly besieged strange happenings dwindling population family remain find fear becoming last powerful family cause untimely deaths disappearances uncovered soon take great deal detective work touch travel help unravel mystery ravenspurs roger melin |
| 11218 |
11162 |
11823 |
Bamboo Garden |
Edward Powys Mathers |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edward Powys Mathers was an English translator and poet, and also a pioneer of compiling advanced cryptic crosswords.<br /><br />\n\nHe is well known as the translator of J. C. Mardrus's French version of One Thousand Nights and One Night. His English version of Mardrus appeared in 1923, and is known as Mardrus/Mathers. He is known also for the translations The Garden of Bright Waters: One Hundred and Twenty Asiatic Love Poems (1920); and of the Kashmiri poet Bilhana in Bilhana: Black Marigolds (1919), a free interpretation in the tradition of Edward FitzGerald. Some of his translations were set to music by Aaron Copland. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-bamboo-garden-by-edward-powys-mathers/ |
edward powys mathers english translator poet also pioneer compiling advanced cryptic crosswords br br well known translator j c mardrus s french version one thousand nights one night english version mardrus appeared 1923 known mardrus mathers known also translations garden bright waters one hundred twenty asiatic love poems 1920 kashmiri poet bilhana bilhana black marigolds 1919 free interpretation tradition edward fitzgerald translations set music aaron copland summary wikipedia |
| 11219 |
11163 |
11824 |
To The Common Golfer |
T. W. H. Crosland |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Thomas William Hodgson Crosland was a British author, poet, journalist and friend of royalty. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-common-golfer-by-t-w-h-crosland/ |
thomas william hodgson crosland british author poet journalist friend royalty summary wikipedia |
| 11220 |
11164 |
11825 |
Yet Again |
Max Beerbohm |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a diverse collection of essays by English writer Max Beerbohm, whose circle included such famous men as Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw, Ezra Pound, and Somerset Maugham.<br /><br />The essays vary considerably in character and subject. They include, among others: a spoof on the bumbling and inarticulate nature of oratory in the House of Commons; a discussion of the writings of James Whistler, the impressionist painter (which Beerbohm considers widely neglected and under-rated); a humorous consideration of why the King of England should make a royal visit to Switzerland; and a description of the delights of frequent attendance at British courts of justice.<br /><br />The author was among England's best known artists; Section Twenty-Two contains humorous (as well as critical) discussions of nine works of art, including paintings by Reubens, Corot, and Bellini. \n\n- Summary by Kirsten Wever |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/yet-again-by-max-beerbohm/ |
diverse collection essays english writer max beerbohm whose circle included famous men oscar wilde george bernard shaw ezra pound somerset maugham br br the essays vary considerably character subject include among others spoof bumbling inarticulate nature oratory house commons discussion writings james whistler impressionist painter which beerbohm considers widely neglected under rated humorous consideration king england make royal visit switzerland description delights frequent attendance british courts justice br br the author among england s best known artists section twenty two contains humorous as well critical discussions nine works art including paintings reubens corot bellini summary kirsten wever |
| 11221 |
11165 |
11827 |
Mating in the Wilds |
Ottwell Binns |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
An adventure tale set in the North Woods. Stane, a former convict in England, has established a lonely life as a trapper in the north woods. While visiting a trading post, he encounters Ainley whom he had known when they were both students. Stane had been wrongly convicted of a crime and had always thought Ainley was somehow connected with his conviction. Also at the post were two women, Miskodeed, a beautiful Indian maiden, and Helen, the niece of a high company official. Helen disappears. Ainley searches for her. She is rescued by Stane. Follow the adventures of these characters in an riveting tale set in the snowy North woods. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-mating-in-the-wilds-by-ottwell-binns/ |
adventure tale set north woods stane former convict england established lonely life trapper north woods visiting trading post encounters ainley known students stane wrongly convicted crime always thought ainley somehow connected conviction also post two women miskodeed beautiful indian maiden helen niece high company official helen disappears ainley searches her rescued stane follow adventures characters riveting tale set snowy north woods summary richard kilmer |
| 11222 |
11166 |
11828 |
Short Poetry Collection 169 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 34 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for June 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-169-by-various/ |
collection 34 poems read librivox volunteers june 2017 |
| 11223 |
11167 |
11829 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 058 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-058-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
| 11224 |
11168 |
11830 |
Lost Diaries |
Maurice Baring |
Epistolary Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction |
Within these pages find passages from the "lost diaries" of a wide range of people: royal, regular, famous, infamous, historical, and fictional. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lost-diaries-by-maurice-baring/ |
within pages find passages lost diaries wide range people royal regular famous infamous historical fictional summary a gramour |
| 11225 |
11169 |
11831 |
Warwick the Kingmaker |
Charles William Chadwick Oman |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick (1428-1471), wealthy and powerful peer of England, was one of the leaders of the Wars of the Roses (1455-1487). He joined Richard, Duke of York in opposing the ineffectual and often incapacitated Lancastrian king, Henry VI. Falling out with York's son, King Edward IV, he switched sides and joined forces with Henry's exiled queen, Margaret of Anjou, but was killed at the Battle of Barnet. In this short biography, the British military historian, Charles Oman (1860-1946) brings to life a consummate medieval warrior, who was also a politician ahead of his time.. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/warwick-the-kingmaker-by-charles-william-chadwick-oman/ |
richard neville 16th earl warwick 1428 1471 wealthy powerful peer england one leaders wars roses 1455 1487 joined richard duke york opposing ineffectual often incapacitated lancastrian king henry vi falling york s son king edward iv switched sides joined forces henry s exiled queen margaret anjou killed battle barnet short biography british military historian charles oman 1860 1946 brings life consummate medieval warrior also politician ahead time summary pamela nagami |
| 11226 |
11170 |
11832 |
Juanita la larga |
Juan Valera |
Romance |
La novela se situa en la localidad de Villalegre, Con una prosa rica y desenvuelta, llena de ironía y sarcasmo, Juan Valera nos va relatando una historia de amor en la que los prejuicios y la gran diferencia de edad hacen que a Juanita, muchacha humilde, le cueste dar crédito al gran amor que despierta en Don Paco. Pese a tantas vicisitudes, el amor saldrá triunfador y la pareja acabará contrayendo matrimonio. - Resumen de Montse González |
Spanish |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/juanita-la-larga-by-juan-valera/ |
la novela se situa en la localidad de villalegre con una prosa rica desenvuelta llena de ironía sarcasmo juan valera nos va relatando una historia de amor en la que los prejuicios la gran diferencia de edad hacen que juanita muchacha humilde le cueste dar crédito al gran amor que despierta en paco pese tantas vicisitudes el amor saldrá triunfador la pareja acabará contrayendo matrimonio resumen de montse gonzález |
| 11227 |
11171 |
11833 |
Tea Drinking In 18th-Century America: Its Etiquette And Equipage |
Rodris Roth |
Family & Relationships, History , Early Modern |
The title of this 1961 Smithsonian Institution bulletin says it all. “In 18th-century America, the pleasant practice of taking tea at home was an established social custom with a recognized code of manners and distinctive furnishings. Pride was taken in a correct and fashionable tea table whose equipage included much more than teapot, cups, and saucers. It was usually the duty of the mistress to make and pour the tea; and it was the duty of the guests to be adept at handling a teacup and saucer and to provide social ‘chitchat.’” The author was assistant curator of cultural history in the United States National Museum, Smithsonian Institution. The printed version has numerous interesting pictures and illustrations as well as informative end notes. - Summary by Author's Introduction and david waltes |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/tea-drinking-in-18th-century-america-its-etiquette-and-equipage-by-rodris-roth/ |
title 1961 smithsonian institution bulletin says all in 18th century america pleasant practice taking tea home established social custom recognized code manners distinctive furnishings pride taken correct fashionable tea table whose equipage included much teapot cups saucers usually duty mistress make pour tea duty guests adept handling teacup saucer provide social chitchat author assistant curator cultural history united states national museum smithsonian institution printed version numerous interesting pictures illustrations well informative end notes summary author s introduction david waltes |
| 11228 |
11172 |
11834 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 024 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-024-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 11229 |
11174 |
11836 |
Recollections of the Revolution and the Empire |
Henriette Lucie Dillon, marquise de La Tour du Pin Gouvernet |
Memoirs, Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
An aristocratic Frenchwoman's personal record of the dazzling extravagance of the Ancien Régime, of the court of Marie Antoinette, of the Revolution, of her life in exile (partly in Upstate New York) and of the court of Napoleon Bonaparte. This famous historically valuable memoir, written for her son, ends with Napoleon's return from Elba in 1815. (Summary by barbara2) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-the-revolution-and-the-empire-by-henriette-lucie-dillon-marquise-de-la-tour-du-pin-gouvernet/ |
aristocratic frenchwoman s personal record dazzling extravagance ancien régime court marie antoinette revolution life exile partly upstate new york court napoleon bonaparte famous historically valuable memoir written son ends napoleon s return elba 1815 summary barbara2 |
| 11230 |
11175 |
11837 |
Charlie and His Kitten Topsy |
Helen Hill |
Family |
A darling story of little Charlie and his adventures with cats and kittens and how he became many things. Also how the kitten Topsy, unhappy with being a kitten and having his face washed, tries different life styles with different animals but finally makes the right choice. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/charlie-and-his-kitten-topsy-by-helen-hill/ |
darling story little charlie adventures cats kittens became many things also kitten topsy unhappy kitten face washed tries different life styles different animals finally makes right choice summary phil chenevert |
| 11231 |
11176 |
11838 |
Wheat Princess |
Jean Webster |
Travel Fiction, Family Life, Romance |
Marcia Copley, an American Heiress, comes to Rome. Typically for the period, she may want to attract an aristocrat. He brings the title, she brings the money to support it. Her adventures in Rome are different than she anticipated. Rich and poor live side by side, and the author does her best to describe both walks of life vividly and truthfully. Jean Webster is the author of Daddy Long Legs and Dear Enemy. This particular novel would also please fans of Henry James and George Gissing. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wheat-princess-by-jean-webster/ |
marcia copley american heiress comes rome typically period may want attract aristocrat brings title brings money support it adventures rome different anticipated rich poor live side side author best describe walks life vividly truthfully jean webster author daddy long legs dear enemy particular novel would also please fans henry james george gissing summary stav nisser |
| 11232 |
11177 |
11839 |
Mystery of the Sycamore |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance |
Instead of prison time, former governor, Samuel Appleby, sentences his former rival, Daniel Wheeler to imprisonment on his homestead with a very strange addendum.\n\nHe then endeavors to convince Mr. Wheeler to endorse his son’s candidacy for governor with a promise of commuting his sentence. In the meantime, Samuel Appleby is murdered in Wheeler’s home.\n\nThe discovery of the identity of the murderer has many twists and turns filled with love, devotion, gumshoe dialog, and weird circumstances that will delight the listener in a most unusual way. (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-sycamore-by-carolyn-wells/ |
instead prison time former governor samuel appleby sentences former rival daniel wheeler imprisonment homestead strange addendum endeavors convince mr wheeler endorse son s candidacy governor promise commuting sentence meantime samuel appleby murdered wheeler s home discovery identity murderer many twists turns filled love devotion gumshoe dialog weird circumstances delight listener unusual way summary sharon kilmer |
| 11233 |
11178 |
11840 |
Concerning Isabel Carnaby |
Ellen Thorneycroft Fowler |
Family Life, General Fiction, Romance |
Isabel Carnaby returns from India. She starts looking for a place in upper class British society. At the begining, people are sceptical of her because she is an orphan. But she will surprise everybody. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-isabel-carnaby-by-ellen-thorneycroft-fowler/ |
isabel carnaby returns india starts looking place upper class british society begining people sceptical orphan surprise everybody summary stav nisser |
| 11234 |
11179 |
11841 |
Children |
Alice Meynell |
Essays & Short Works |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." This is a collection of her essays on children. The opening line for the first essay sets the stage. "To attend to a living child is to be baffled in your humour, disappointed of your pathos, and set freshly free from all the pre-occupations. You cannot anticipate him." - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-children-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven collection essays children opening line first essay sets stage to attend living child baffled humour disappointed pathos set freshly free pre occupations cannot anticipate him summary larry wilson |
| 11235 |
11180 |
11842 |
God-Speed to the Snow |
Archibald Lampman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Archibald Lampman FRSC was a Canadian poet. "He has been described as 'the Canadian Keats;' and he is perhaps the most outstanding exponent of the Canadian school of nature poets." The Canadian Encyclopedia says that he is "generally considered the finest of Canada's late 19th-century poets in English."<br /><br />\n\nLampman is classed as one of Canada's Confederation Poets, a group which also includes Charles G.D. Roberts, Bliss Carman, and Duncan Campbell Scott. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/god-speed-to-the-snow-by-archibald-lampman/ |
archibald lampman frsc canadian poet he described the canadian keats perhaps outstanding exponent canadian school nature poets canadian encyclopedia says generally considered finest canada s late 19th century poets english br br lampman classed one canada s confederation poets group also includes charles g d roberts bliss carman duncan campbell scott summary wikipedia |
| 11236 |
11181 |
11843 |
Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy |
Anonymous |
War & Military, Travel & Geography, Transportation |
A collection of true stories of the high seas, from the nineteenth century. Shipwrecks, mutiny, life and death decision-making -- all far from home, while pitting themselves against the elements. The romance of the seafaring life is depicted in its brutal reality. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/thrilling-narratives-of-mutiny-murder-and-piracy-by-anonymous/ |
collection true stories high seas nineteenth century shipwrecks mutiny life death decision making far home pitting elements romance seafaring life depicted brutal reality summary lynne thompson |
| 11237 |
11183 |
11845 |
Arts and Crafts Essays |
Various |
Art, Design & Architecture, Essays & Short Works |
A series of essays by Members of the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society with a preface by William Morris who writes "It is this conscious cultivation of art and the attempt to interest the public in it which the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society has set itself to help, by calling special attention to that really most important side of art, the decoration of utilities by furnishing them with genuine artistic finish in place of trade finish." The Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society was formed in London in 1887 to promote the exhibition of decorative arts alongside fine arts. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/arts-and-crafts-essays-by-various/ |
series essays members arts crafts exhibition society preface william morris writes it conscious cultivation art attempt interest public arts crafts exhibition society set help calling special attention really important side art decoration utilities furnishing genuine artistic finish place trade finish arts crafts exhibition society formed london 1887 promote exhibition decorative arts alongside fine arts summary j m smallheer |
| 11238 |
11184 |
11846 |
Marion Harland's Cookery for Beginners |
Marion Harland |
Cooking |
With this book, Marion Harland presents the reader and listener with "A Series of Familiar Lessons for Young Housekeepers". Housekeeping is an unavoidable aspect of the lives of most of us, and so the best course of action is to learn to enjoy it. Cooking can be great fun, and for those beginners in the art of cookery among us, the 14 lessons of Ms Harland are a very good beginning. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/marion-harlands-cookery-for-beginners-by-marion-harland/ |
book marion harland presents reader listener a series familiar lessons young housekeepers housekeeping unavoidable aspect lives us best course action learn enjoy it cooking great fun beginners art cookery among us 14 lessons ms harland good beginning summary carolin |
| 11239 |
11185 |
11847 |
Inner Shrine |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
At the opening of this story Diane Eveleth returns from a party in Paris to her mother-in-law, who tells her that her husband George Eveleth has been killed in a duel, fought with the Marquis de Bienville. Diane secretly transfers her remaining patrimony to her mother-in-law and the two women sail for New York, where the elder woman has relatives.<BR><BR>Here Diane is offered the situation of chaperone for the daughter Dorothea of Derek Pruyn, a widower whom she has met before. Eventually, Pruyn makes her an offer of marriage. She withholds her answer until his return from a voyage to South America, when she is prepared to accept him, but on his home-coming she finds his attitude towards her completely changed. Pruyn has encountered de Bienville on his voyage and has heard from him that Diane was unfaithful to her husband.<BR><BR>The book concentrates on how the relationships between the various protagonists develop. (Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-inner-shrine-by-basil-king/ |
opening story diane eveleth returns party paris mother in law tells husband george eveleth killed duel fought marquis de bienville diane secretly transfers remaining patrimony mother in law two women sail new york elder woman relatives br br here diane offered situation chaperone daughter dorothea derek pruyn widower met before eventually pruyn makes offer marriage withholds answer return voyage south america prepared accept him home coming finds attitude towards completely changed pruyn encountered de bienville voyage heard diane unfaithful husband br br the book concentrates relationships various protagonists develop summary simon evers |
| 11240 |
11186 |
11848 |
Convict |
George Payne Rainsford James |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
As young Lord Hadley and his companion Edward Dudley travel along a dark, coastal road, they encounter a young girl pinioned by a fallen wall. They rescue her and alert her father, stationed on the cliff-top, apparently watching for something or someone, before continuing their journey to the home of Sir Arthur Adelon. What was the girl doing out alone at night? What was her father's business on the cliff? Who is the sinister-looking stranger that young Edgar Adelon spots at the home of his beloved? And does Dudley have a chance with the beautiful heiress Eda, or have her affections been won by his wealthy patron? As tensions rise between Lord and tutor, tragedy strikes and the harsh reality of the penal system is laid bare. With the backdrop of political unrest and the growing Chartist movement, this tale has intrigue, romance and passion.\n |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-convict-by-george-payne-rainsford-james/ |
young lord hadley companion edward dudley travel along dark coastal road encounter young girl pinioned fallen wall rescue alert father stationed cliff top apparently watching something someone continuing journey home sir arthur adelon girl alone night father s business cliff sinister looking stranger young edgar adelon spots home beloved dudley chance beautiful heiress eda affections wealthy patron tensions rise lord tutor tragedy strikes harsh reality penal system laid bare backdrop political unrest growing chartist movement tale intrigue romance passion |
| 11241 |
11187 |
11849 |
House of Cobwebs and Other Stories |
George Gissing |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
George Gissing was a prolific English writer of novels and short stories. Among his best known novels is The Odd Women, which was influenced by George Eliot, whose work he greatly admired. Another of his famous works, New Grub Street, entails a blunt critique of the working class life he knew by experience, especially during a number of the years he spent in the United States.<br /><br />This collection of stories ranges from the humorous to the tragic. Throughout, Gissing pokes mild fun at his characters' human frailties: egotism, self-satisfaction, and pomposity, among others. - Summary by Kirsten Wever |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-cobwebs-and-other-stories-by-george-gissing/ |
george gissing prolific english writer novels short stories among best known novels odd women influenced george eliot whose work greatly admired another famous works new grub street entails blunt critique working class life knew experience especially number years spent united states br br this collection stories ranges humorous tragic throughout gissing pokes mild fun characters human frailties egotism self satisfaction pomposity among others summary kirsten wever |
| 11242 |
11188 |
11850 |
Mizora: A Prophecy. |
Mary E Bradley Lane |
Science Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
After being exiled from her home and family, Vera Zarovich finds herself in Mizora, a civilization at the center of the Earth made up entirely of women. This text recounts her experiences there and what she learns during in time in this "utopian" civilization. - Summary by casmith512 |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/mizora-a-prophecy-by-mary-e-bradley-lane/ |
exiled home family vera zarovich finds mizora civilization center earth made entirely women text recounts experiences learns time utopian civilization summary casmith512 |
| 11243 |
11191 |
11853 |
Poems |
Hattie Howard |
Poetry |
<i>"This poet's ear is so attuned to metric harmony that she must have been born within sound of some osier-fringed brook leaping and hurrying over its pebbly bed. There is a variety of subject and treatment, sufficient for all tastes, and these are poems which should be cherished."<br></br>\n\n"Lovers of good poetry will herald with pleasure this new and attractive volume by the well-known authoress of Hartford. A wooing sentiment and genial spirit seem to guide her in every train of thought. Her book has received, and deserves, warm commendations of the press."</i> - Summary by the 1904 press |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-hattie-howard/ |
i this poet s ear attuned metric harmony must born within sound osier fringed brook leaping hurrying pebbly bed variety subject treatment sufficient tastes poems cherished br br lovers good poetry herald pleasure new attractive volume well known authoress hartford wooing sentiment genial spirit seem guide every train thought book received deserves warm commendations press i summary 1904 press |
| 11244 |
11192 |
11854 |
Spook Ballads |
William Theodore Parkes |
Poetry |
This is a volume of ghost stories in verse by William Theodore Parkes. The poems in this volume are often humorous, and written in a parody of ye olde style of poetry.<br></br>"Dealing largely with ghosts and legends embracing a dash of diablerie such as would have been dear to the heart of Ingoldsby. There is a rugged force in 'The Girl of Castlebar' that will always make it tell in recitation; and even greater success in this direction has attended 'The Fairy Queen,' a story unveiling the seamy side, with quaint humour and stern realism. It is specially worthy of note that Mr. Parkes's skill in versification has received the warmest acknowledgment from those best qualified to appreciate the bright local coloring as well as the blending of fancy and fun."— <i>Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper.</i> - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-spook-ballads-by-william-theodore-parkes/ |
volume ghost stories verse william theodore parkes poems volume often humorous written parody ye olde style poetry br br dealing largely ghosts legends embracing dash diablerie would dear heart ingoldsby rugged force the girl castlebar always make tell recitation even greater success direction attended the fairy queen story unveiling seamy side quaint humour stern realism specially worthy note mr parkes s skill versification received warmest acknowledgment best qualified appreciate bright local coloring well blending fancy fun i lloyd s weekly newspaper i summary carolin |
| 11245 |
11193 |
11855 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 4: Chemistry |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Chemistry |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The fourth volume is on Chemistry written by William Allan Hamor. It discusses the development of chemical knowledge, from the ancients to modern times. It expanded further on the early works of alchemists and into the phlogistic period. The last chapters cover atomic theories and the development of organic and inorganic chemistry. - Summary by Sienna |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-4-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler fourth volume chemistry written william allan hamor discusses development chemical knowledge ancients modern times expanded early works alchemists phlogistic period last chapters cover atomic theories development organic inorganic chemistry summary sienna |
| 11246 |
11194 |
11858 |
Tales of a Traveller |
Washington Irving |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Writing under the pseudonym, Geoffrey Crayon, Washington Irving chronicled his travels through Europe in the early 1820’s. He wrote of people he met, places he saw and stories he was told. In fact, much of the work is recounting tales told to him by those with exotic adventures that were waiting to be shared. “Tales of a Traveler” is broken up into four separate parts or “Books,” as Irving called them. The final book is almost a post-script to “Knickerbocker’s History of New York” as he tells stories and describes Manhattan Island and nearby lands as they were almost two hundred years ago. This rough land, still mostly wilderness, had the fingerprints of the early Dutch colonists evident throughout. (Greg Giordano)\n\n<br/>To Nancy, whose determination and faith brought her through our darkest hour.<br/> |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-a-traveller-by-washington-irving/ |
writing pseudonym geoffrey crayon washington irving chronicled travels europe early 1820 s wrote people met places saw stories told fact much work recounting tales told exotic adventures waiting shared tales traveler broken four separate parts books irving called them final book almost post script knickerbocker s history new york tells stories describes manhattan island nearby lands almost two hundred years ago rough land still mostly wilderness fingerprints early dutch colonists evident throughout greg giordano br to nancy whose determination faith brought darkest hour br |
| 11247 |
11195 |
11859 |
Poetry of Thomas Moore |
Thomas Moore |
Poetry |
The Dubliner, Thomas Moore, born in 1779 was a poet, composer, musician, and writer. \nHe is most famous for the 10 volume work "Irish Melodies" published between 1807 and 1834 with Sir John Stevenson, which consists of 130 of his poems set to music, much of it based on old Irish airs. "The Last Rose of Summer" and "The Minstrel Boy" are two of the most well known. Many of these "Melodies" are included in this collection.\n He is perhaps most infamous for having burned, at the request of the Byron family, the manuscript of Byron's memoirs which Bryon had left to him for publication after his death. \nDuring his lifetime, his reputation as a poet placed him alongside Byron and Scott and Shelly. His narrative poem Lalla Rookh for example was possibly the most translated poem of the time and earned him £3000, what was till then the highest price paid by an English publisher for a poem. This collection contains a version of the poem but without the linking or "framing" prose sections. A lovely edition of the full poem can be found here https://archive.org/details/lallrookhanorien00mooruoft with illustrations by Sir John Tenniel.\nMoore was an Irish Nationalist and turned down the post of "Irish Poet Laureate" as he felt it would require him to tone down his outspoken Irish national politics. Despite this, he counted the Regent - later King George IV as one of his patrons.\nMoore died on February 25, 1852 and though much of his work is now neglected, his enduring legacy is that his "Melodies" which were translated into practically every European language popularized Irish Music throughout the world.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-of-thomas-moore-by-thomas-moore/ |
dubliner thomas moore born 1779 poet composer musician writer famous 10 volume work irish melodies published 1807 1834 sir john stevenson consists 130 poems set music much based old irish airs the last rose summer the minstrel boy two well known many melodies included collection perhaps infamous burned request byron family manuscript byron s memoirs bryon left publication death lifetime reputation poet placed alongside byron scott shelly narrative poem lalla rookh example possibly translated poem time earned 3000 till highest price paid english publisher poem collection contains version poem without linking framing prose sections lovely edition full poem found https archive org details lallrookhanorien00mooruoft illustrations sir john tenniel moore irish nationalist turned post irish poet laureate felt would require tone outspoken irish national politics despite this counted regent later king george iv one patrons moore died february 25 1852 though much work neglected enduring legacy melodies translated practically every european language popularized irish music throughout world summary noel badrian |
| 11248 |
11196 |
11860 |
Pixie O'Shaughnessy |
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey |
School |
The first of a trilogy for girls which introduces Pixie O'Shaughnessy. She is sent to boarding school in England from her native Ireland, full of mischief and inventions. Summary by Judith Mason. |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/pixie-oshaughnessy-by-mrs-george-de-horne-vaizey/ |
first trilogy girls introduces pixie o shaughnessy sent boarding school england native ireland full mischief inventions summary judith mason |
| 11249 |
11230 |
11894 |
Hound From the North |
Ridgwell Cullum |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Gold! Opium! Love! Murder! Revenge! Prairie intrigue at its best:\nPrudence helps her mother run a ranch in southern Manitoba. Her brother has been hunting gold in the Yukon, but he returns home penniless and troubled, and accompanied by a bad-tempered 3-legged husky. Leslie, her fiance, is a Customs Officer hot on the trail of a canoe paddling opium smuggler. When a loved one is murdered, Prudence vows to avenge the bloody deed, at any cost. - Summary by Lisa Reichert |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-hound-from-the-north-by-ridgwell-cullum/ |
gold opium love murder revenge prairie intrigue best prudence helps mother run ranch southern manitoba brother hunting gold yukon returns home penniless troubled accompanied bad tempered 3 legged husky leslie fiance customs officer hot trail canoe paddling opium smuggler loved one murdered prudence vows avenge bloody deed cost summary lisa reichert |
| 11250 |
11197 |
11861 |
Life Everlasting: A Reality of Romance |
Marie Corelli |
General Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Marie Corelli's book The Life Everlasting examines the world of past lives, mysticism, secret societies and twin souls against a backdrop of a true love based on the highest ideals. The plot follows our heroine from a yachting trip around Scotland with eccentric characters such as an atheist millionaire and his hypochondriac daughter, to the entering of a secret society of ancient mystics where she is determined to achieve initiation. Ms. Corelli's beautiful, flowing, and descriptive writing style make this novel a joy of upliftment and inspiration. - Summary by Lisa Statler |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-everlasting-a-reality-of-romance-by-marie-corelli/ |
marie corelli s book life everlasting examines world past lives mysticism secret societies twin souls backdrop true love based highest ideals plot follows heroine yachting trip around scotland eccentric characters atheist millionaire hypochondriac daughter entering secret society ancient mystics determined achieve initiation ms corelli s beautiful flowing descriptive writing style make novel joy upliftment inspiration summary lisa statler |
| 11251 |
11198 |
11862 |
War the Creator |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
War & Military |
Gelett Burgess, an American writer, penned this gripping account of the profound change that war caused in a young Frenchman he knew. “Because he was my friend, because he was so lovable, because he suffered much, I want to try to tell the story of a boy who, in two months, became a man. I happened to see him first just before the war began, and not again until after he had been wounded; and the change in him was then so great that I could not rest until I had learned how it had been brought about.” – From War the Creator (Lee Smalley) \n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/war-the-creator-by-frank-gelett-burgess/ |
gelett burgess american writer penned gripping account profound change war caused young frenchman knew because friend lovable suffered much want try tell story boy who two months became man happened see first war began wounded change great could rest learned brought about war creator lee smalley |
| 11252 |
11199 |
11863 |
Conquest of Canaan |
Booth Tarkington |
Published 1900 onward |
Small town middle America in early 1900's---Ne'er-do-well Joe Louden loves daughter of wealthy judge, from afar---leaves town, goes to law school--returns to scandalize all by defending impossible cases---wins over town. Story of small town mores, social inequity, changing times, honor and greed. Summary by Bob Rollins. |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-conquest-of-canaan-by-booth-tarkington/ |
small town middle america early 1900 s ne er do well joe louden loves daughter wealthy judge afar leaves town goes law school returns scandalize defending impossible cases wins town story small town mores social inequity changing times honor greed summary bob rollins |
| 11253 |
11200 |
11864 |
Goodfriday, 1613. Riding Westward |
John Donne |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Donne was an English poet and cleric in the Church of England.\nDespite his great education and poetic talents, Donne lived in poverty for several years, relying heavily on wealthy friends. He spent much of the money he inherited during and after his education on womanising, literature, pastimes, and travel. In 1601, Donne secretly married Anne More, with whom he had twelve children. In 1615, he became an Anglican priest, although he did not want to take Anglican orders. He did so because King James I persistently ordered it. In 1621, he was appointed the Dean of St Paul's Cathedral in London. He also served as a member of Parliament in 1601 and in 1614. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/goodfriday-1613-riding-westward-by-john-donne/ |
john donne english poet cleric church england despite great education poetic talents donne lived poverty several years relying heavily wealthy friends spent much money inherited education womanising literature pastimes travel 1601 donne secretly married anne more twelve children 1615 became anglican priest although want take anglican orders king james persistently ordered it 1621 appointed dean st paul s cathedral london also served member parliament 1601 1614 wikipedia |
| 11254 |
11201 |
11865 |
Whispering Eye, A Black Hood Novel |
G. T. Fleming-Roberts |
Detective Fiction |
Hunted by the police ... framed for robbery and murder by the Eye, master fiend and vicious ruler of the underworld ... loathed by Barbara Sutton the girl who loves him ... the BLACK HOOD had to face the blazing purgatory of this murder master's guns to win back Barbara's love and clear himself of the framed charges |
English |
1942 |
https://librivox.org/the-whispering-eye-a-black-hood-novel-by-g-t-fleming-roberts/ |
hunted police framed robbery murder eye master fiend vicious ruler underworld loathed barbara sutton girl loves black hood face blazing purgatory murder master s guns win back barbara s love clear framed charges |
| 11255 |
11202 |
11866 |
May Flower and Miscellaneous Writings |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Poetry, Short Stories |
Included herein are 35 charming short stories or humorous sketches, some written as exercises for the literary Semi-Colon Club of Cincinnati which Stowe belonged to for years, others published in magazines of the time, and 7 religious poems. Stowe honed her expressive skills on many of these before writing her first serious novel, <i>Uncle Tom's Cabin</i>, and 30 other books that followed. They showcase her considerable skill even as a young writer, and she made good money doing it, often supporting her family. This collection, named after a flower native to the east coast, likely the Anemone hepatica, or 'May flower', should not to be confused with another collection by Stowe, <i>The Mayflower</i>, which provides sketches of several descendants of the Pilgrims. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-may-flower-and-miscellaneous-writings-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
included herein 35 charming short stories humorous sketches written exercises literary semi colon club cincinnati stowe belonged years others published magazines time 7 religious poems stowe honed expressive skills many writing first serious novel i uncle tom s cabin i 30 books followed showcase considerable skill even young writer made good money it often supporting family collection named flower native east coast likely anemone hepatica may flower confused another collection stowe i the mayflower i provides sketches several descendants pilgrims summary michele fry |
| 11256 |
11203 |
11867 |
Fort Concho; Its Why And Wherefore |
J. N. Gregory |
War & Military |
Fort Concho was a U.S. Army post in central Texas from 1867 to 1889. It figured considerably in the Indian Wars, notably against the Comanches. It mainly served to protect frontier settlers, stagecoaches, wagon trains, the U.S. mail, and trade routes. This 1957 book, published by the museum at the site of the fort, is the story of its activities. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/fort-concho-its-why-and-wherefore-by-j-n-gregory/ |
fort concho u s army post central texas 1867 1889 figured considerably indian wars notably comanches mainly served protect frontier settlers stagecoaches wagon trains u s mail trade routes 1957 book published museum site fort story activities summary david wales |
| 11257 |
11231 |
11895 |
Brother Avenged, and Other Ballads |
George Borrow |
Poetry |
This is a series of ten narrative poems by George Borrow. They capture the spirit of epic poetry perfectly, set in medieval times and telling each a story. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-brother-avenged-and-other-ballads-by-george-borrow/ |
series ten narrative poems george borrow capture spirit epic poetry perfectly set medieval times telling story summary carolin |
| 11258 |
11204 |
11868 |
Night-Side of Nature; Or, Ghosts and Ghost-Seers |
Catherine Crowe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The stories in Volume 1 centre on dreams, psychic presentiments, traces, wraiths, doppelgängers, apparitions, and imaginings of the after-life. Crowe's vivid tales, written with great energy and imagination, are classic examples of nineteenth-century spiritualist writing and strongly influenced other authors as well as providing inspiration for later adherents of ghost-seeing and psychic culture. - Summary by Cambridge University Press |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-side-of-nature-or-ghosts-and-ghost-seers-by-catherine-crowe/ |
stories volume 1 centre dreams psychic presentiments traces wraiths doppelgängers apparitions imaginings after life crowe s vivid tales written great energy imagination classic examples nineteenth century spiritualist writing strongly influenced authors well providing inspiration later adherents ghost seeing psychic culture summary cambridge university press |
| 11259 |
11205 |
11869 |
Old Adam |
Arnold Bennett |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Edward Henry Machin, whose rise from humble beginnings to prosperity was told in 'The Card', leads a comfortable life in the English Midlands 'Five Towns'. Yet when he unexpectedly gains three hundred and forty-one pounds in a speculation on rubber shares, he realises that he doesn't 'feel so jolly, after all'. After a visit to the local music hall, he decides that a change is in order. He takes the morning train to London, where adventures in the theatrical world await. 'The Old Adam' was also published under the title, 'The Regent'. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-adam-by-arnold-bennett/ |
edward henry machin whose rise humble beginnings prosperity told the card leads comfortable life english midlands five towns yet unexpectedly gains three hundred forty one pounds speculation rubber shares realises feel jolly all visit local music hall decides change order takes morning train london adventures theatrical world await the old adam also published title the regent phil benson |
| 11260 |
11206 |
11870 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 6) (Dramatic Reading) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Folk Lore, legends, myths and fairy tales have followed childhood through the ages, for every healthy youngster has a wholesome and instinctive love for stories fantastic, marvelous and manifestly unreal. The winged fairies of Grimm and Anderson have brought more happiness to childish hearts than all other human creations. (L. Frank Baum) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-version-6-dramatic-reading-by-l-frank-baum/ |
folk lore legends myths fairy tales followed childhood ages every healthy youngster wholesome instinctive love stories fantastic marvelous manifestly unreal winged fairies grimm anderson brought happiness childish hearts human creations l frank baum |
| 11261 |
11207 |
11871 |
Fuerzas Extrañas |
Leopoldo Lugones |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction |
Recopilación de una docena de relatos de misterio y una teoría del cosmos que constituyen un pilar fundamental para el desarrollo de la literatura fantástica y la ciencia ficción en la Argentina. Leopoldo Lugones (1874-1938) fue una figura central en la literatura argentina y universalmente reconocido; fue conductor de pensamiento y estilos. No deja de generar constantes polémicas; no tanto por su obra literaria indiscutible, sino por su protagonismo político, que sufrió fuertes virajes ideológicos a lo largo de su vida, pasando por el socialismo, el liberalismo, el conservadurismo y el fascismo. Su trabajo incesante se plasmó en numerosos escritos, artículos de prensa y conferencias que le merecieron el nombramiento en la Asamblea de Cooperación Intelectual de la Liga de las Naciones (1924), el Premio Nacional de Literatura (1926) y la presidencia de la Sociedad Argentina de Escritores, fundada con su impulso (1928). Director de la Biblioteca Nacional de Maestros; era éste su cargo cuando las circunstancias políticas de la década de 1930 (la primera "Década Infame") lo llevaron a suicidarse. Esto aconteció el 18 de febrero de 1938 en un hotel del Tigre (llamado "El tropezón") al ingerir una mezcla de cianuro y whisky. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/las-fuerzas-extranas-by-leopoldo-lugones/ |
recopilación de una docena de relatos de misterio una teoría del cosmos que constituyen un pilar fundamental para el desarrollo de la literatura fantástica la ciencia ficción en la argentina leopoldo lugones 1874 1938 fue una figura central en la literatura argentina universalmente reconocido fue conductor de pensamiento estilos deja de generar constantes polémicas tanto por su obra literaria indiscutible sino por su protagonismo político que sufrió fuertes virajes ideológicos lo largo de su vida pasando por el socialismo el liberalismo el conservadurismo el fascismo su trabajo incesante se plasmó en numerosos escritos artículos de prensa conferencias que le merecieron el nombramiento en la asamblea de cooperación intelectual de la liga de las naciones 1924 el premio nacional de literatura 1926 la presidencia de la sociedad argentina de escritores fundada con su impulso 1928 director de la biblioteca nacional de maestros era éste su cargo cuando las circunstancias políticas de la década de 1930 la primera década infame lo llevaron suicidarse esto aconteció el 18 de febrero de 1938 en un hotel del tigre llamado el tropezón al ingerir una mezcla de cianuro whisky summary phileas fogg |
| 11262 |
11208 |
11872 |
Donal Grant |
George MacDonald |
Christian Fiction |
After leaving home in search of work, Donal Grant accepts a position as tutor to a young boy who lives in a sprawling castle, which also houses an eccentric old man, a beautiful and troubled young woman, and an ancient family legend of a secret room hidden somewhere within the castle. This is the sequel to "Sir Gibbie" by the same author, but is quite capable of standing as a complete and compelling story in its own right. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/donal-grant-by-george-macdonald/ |
leaving home search work donal grant accepts position tutor young boy lives sprawling castle also houses eccentric old man beautiful troubled young woman ancient family legend secret room hidden somewhere within castle sequel sir gibbie author quite capable standing complete compelling story right summary devorah allen |
| 11263 |
11209 |
11873 |
British Army From Within |
E. Charles Vivian |
War & Military, History |
This 1914 book gives a picture of the British Army structure and life in the early hours of World War I. Summary by david wales |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-british-army-from-within-by-e-charles-vivian/ |
1914 book gives picture british army structure life early hours world war i summary david wales |
| 11264 |
11210 |
11874 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 5: Part 1: Desrues |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
This story chronicles the crimes of Antoine-Francois Desrues (also called "Derues") from his childhood to his execution. Desrues constructed the veneer of a virtuous reputation that hid his ever-increasing deviancy from society. Eventually, his lust for fame and fortune (especially the latter) crumbled his virtuous veneer, revealing the startling extent of his crimes, and condemning him to justice by the executioner's hand. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-5-part-1-desrues-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
story chronicles crimes antoine francois desrues also called derues childhood execution desrues constructed veneer virtuous reputation hid ever increasing deviancy society eventually lust fame fortune especially latter crumbled virtuous veneer revealing startling extent crimes condemning justice executioner s hand summary jvanstan |
| 11265 |
11232 |
11896 |
Bible (WEB) NT 11: Philippians |
World English Bible |
World English Bible |
Paul's letter to the Philippians contains some of the most quoted passages of the pastoral letters, including "to live is Christ and to die is gain" and "closes with the poetic passage urging Christians to contemplate whatever is true, pure and lovely. This reading is the whole letter complete in one chapter to encourage listeners to engage with the flow of Paul's themes. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-web-nt-11-philippians-by-world-english-bible/ |
paul s letter philippians contains quoted passages pastoral letters including to live christ die gain closes poetic passage urging christians contemplate whatever true pure lovely reading whole letter complete one chapter encourage listeners engage flow paul s themes summary beth thomas |
| 11266 |
11211 |
11875 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 4, November 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." \n\nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer \n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-viii-no-4-november-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
| 11267 |
11212 |
11876 |
Betty Baird's Golden Year |
Anna Hamlin Weikel |
General Fiction |
It seems that all the people close to Betty are going through major life changes. Lois is certainly spending a lot of time with Dunmore Lane these days. Is Betty about to lose her friend and confidante forever? Even Miss Minturne is behaving strangely. If she's falling in love, as Betty suspects, what will happen to the income that Betty is depending on to pay off the mortgage on the farmhouse? Meanwhile, before Betty is even aware of it, her friends have begun to wonder if someone is falling in love with her. Although Betty scoffs at the idea, there is a certain gentleman who just might fit her romantic ideal of a knight errant. But with so many young men smitten with Betty and her magnetic personality, which one, if any, will win her heart in the end? - Summary by Holly Jenson |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/betty-bairds-golden-year-by-anna-hamlin-weikel/ |
seems people close betty going major life changes lois certainly spending lot time dunmore lane days betty lose friend confidante forever even miss minturne behaving strangely falling love betty suspects happen income betty depending pay mortgage farmhouse meanwhile betty even aware it friends begun wonder someone falling love her although betty scoffs idea certain gentleman might fit romantic ideal knight errant many young men smitten betty magnetic personality one any win heart end summary holly jenson |
| 11268 |
11213 |
11877 |
Woodman, Spare that Tree! |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George Pope Morris was an American editor, poet, and songwriter.<br />\nIn addition to his publishing and editorial work, Morris was popular as a poet and songwriter; especially well-known was his poem-turned-song "Woodman, Spare that Tree!"[10] His songs in particular were popular enough that Graham's Magazine in Philadelphia promised Morris $50, sight unseen, for any work he wanted to publish in the periodical. "Woodman, Spare that Tree!" was first published in the January 17, 1837, issue of the Mirror under the title "The Oak" and was that year set to music by Henry Russell before being reprinted under its more common title in 1853. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/woodman-spare-that-tree-by-george-pope-morris/ |
george pope morris american editor poet songwriter br addition publishing editorial work morris popular poet songwriter especially well known poem turned song woodman spare tree 10 songs particular popular enough graham s magazine philadelphia promised morris 50 sight unseen work wanted publish periodical woodman spare tree first published january 17 1837 issue mirror title the oak year set music henry russell reprinted common title 1853 summary wikipedia |
| 11269 |
11214 |
11878 |
To My Dream-Love |
Walter Richard Cassels |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Walter Richard Cassels is the speculated author of the anonymous work Supernatural Religion.\nHe wrote poetry and was an art collector. Never married, he died in London on 10 June 1907. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/to-my-dream-love-by-walter-richard-cassels/ |
walter richard cassels speculated author anonymous work supernatural religion wrote poetry art collector never married died london 10 june 1907 summary wikipedia |
| 11270 |
11215 |
11879 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: Europe |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Reference, Travel & Geography |
The book tries to give its young readers a living knowledge of Europe. The author conducts tours through various parts of Europe giving a glimpse of the people and their lives and livelihoods. He includes as well information on the natural resources and physical geography of those many countries. Summary by BettyB and preface. |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/carpenters-geographical-reader-europe-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
book tries give young readers living knowledge europe author conducts tours various parts europe giving glimpse people lives livelihoods includes well information natural resources physical geography many countries summary bettyb preface |
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11216 |
11880 |
"England and Yesterday" |
Louise Imogen Guiney |
Poetry |
Louise Imogen Guiney was an American poet, well-connected in the art of her time. Much of her life was spent in England, mostly at London and Oxford. This volume of poems contains, among other poems, 24 sonnets written in those two cities. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/england-and-yesterday-by-louise-imogen-guiney/ |
louise imogen guiney american poet well connected art time much life spent england mostly london oxford volume poems contains among poems 24 sonnets written two cities summary carolin |
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11217 |
11881 |
Outlook Odes |
T. W. H. Crosland |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by TWH Crosland. While earning some fame as a writer and poet himself, he is today best remembered for the rather shameful role he played in the trial of Oscar Wilde and in the aftermath of the persecution. Nevertheless, his poetry is of interest as an item of the time, in quick, free verse, and with many allusions to historical and social developments. These odes, written in the style of letters, are excellent examples of this. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/outlook-odes-by-t-w-h-crosland/ |
collection poems twh crosland earning fame writer poet himself today best remembered rather shameful role played trial oscar wilde aftermath persecution nevertheless poetry interest item time quick free verse many allusions historical social developments odes written style letters excellent examples this summary carolin |
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11239 |
11904 |
Oliver Twist (version 6) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
"Please sir, I want some more," the famous line spoken by Oliver Twist at age nine, becomes the tipping point of a huge change in Oliver's life. He is soon captured into the service of Fagin and his gang of pick-pocketing boys. But, Mr. Brownlow saves him from arrest, and for the first time in his young life Oliver finds comfort and caring. Unfortunately, he is recaptured into the seedy and disgusting world he had escaped, and meets with Bill Sykes, a dangerous criminal. There are numerous delightful or wicked characters that carry the story along, such as the Artful Dodger-- a boy of the streets under Fagin, Mr. Bumble the Beadle, looking for ways to get rid of Oliver, Nancy who makes a fateful betrayal, and the Maylies, whose affection Oliver craves. The author's descriptions of the back street life in London, bring us full force into the crushing poverty and the terrible way in which poor people were treated during that time. Charles Dickens wrote Oliver Twist as a serial in 1837, and it is considered one of the most popular in English literature. - Summary by Mil Nicholson |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-version-6-by-charles-dickens/ |
please sir want more famous line spoken oliver twist age nine becomes tipping point huge change oliver s life soon captured service fagin gang pick pocketing boys but mr brownlow saves arrest first time young life oliver finds comfort caring unfortunately recaptured seedy disgusting world escaped meets bill sykes dangerous criminal numerous delightful wicked characters carry story along artful dodger boy streets fagin mr bumble beadle looking ways get rid oliver nancy makes fateful betrayal maylies whose affection oliver craves author s descriptions back street life london bring us full force crushing poverty terrible way poor people treated time charles dickens wrote oliver twist serial 1837 considered one popular english literature summary mil nicholson |
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11218 |
11882 |
Brazilian Gold Mine Mystery |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Mystery adventure, fiction ( Peter Thomlinson). This is a very exciting and gripping story set in the jungles of Brazil and Venezuela, and the quest for the famous El Dorado gold. Incidents with dangerous wild animals, not to mention encounters with head hunters and other native tribes, plus some black magic hocus-pocus all add to the suspense. Double dealing and threats as well as actual confrontations all make life difficult for our brave heroes, and often cause the expedition problems which slows down the quest for the yellow gold. This is a good geography lesson also, and readers will learn about all those huge rivers that flow through these regions, including the huge River Amazon. |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/brazilian-gold-mine-mystery-by-andy-adams/ |
mystery adventure fiction peter thomlinson exciting gripping story set jungles brazil venezuela quest famous el dorado gold incidents dangerous wild animals mention encounters head hunters native tribes plus black magic hocus pocus add suspense double dealing threats well actual confrontations make life difficult brave heroes often cause expedition problems slows quest yellow gold good geography lesson also readers learn huge rivers flow regions including huge river amazon |
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11219 |
11883 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 07: 1 Corintios |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction, Bibles |
La ciudad de Corinto estaba en el corazón de una ruta comercial principal en el mundo antiguo. Como muchas ciudades que trabajan en el comercio, Corinto tenía fama de inmoralidad sexual, diversidad religiosa y corrupción. La iglesia que Pablo plantó allí (Hechos 18) se tambaleaba bajo todas estas influencias y comenzó a dividirse sobre varios temas. La Primera carta a los Corintios aborda muchas de las preguntas prácticas que dividen a la iglesia - preguntas concernientes a cosas tales como dones espirituales, matrimonio, alimento ofrecido a los ídolos, y la resurrección. Pablo instó a los corintios a que se unificaran y a entregarse plenamente a la obra del Señor. El capítulo 13 incluye un pasaje muy conocido sobre la naturaleza y la importancia del amor. Pablo escribió la primera carta a los Corintios desde Éfeso en la primavera del año 55 D.C.<br/>\n=============================\n<br/>\nThe city of Corinth was at the heart of a major commercial route in the ancient world. Like many cities working in commerce, Corinth had a reputation for sexual immorality, religious diversity, and corruption. The church that Paul planted there (Acts 18) staggered under all these influences and began to be divided on several matters. The First Letter to the Corinthians addresses many of the practical questions that divide the church - questions concerning such things as spiritual gifts, marriage, food offered to idols, and resurrection. Paul urged the Corinthians to be united and give themselves fully to the work of the Lord. Chapter 13 includes a well-known passage about the nature and importance of love. Paul wrote the first letter to the Corinthians from Ephesus in the spring of AD 55. - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/1-corintios-reina-valera/ |
la ciudad de corinto estaba en el corazón de una ruta comercial principal en el mundo antiguo como muchas ciudades que trabajan en el comercio corinto tenía fama de inmoralidad sexual diversidad religiosa corrupción la iglesia que pablo plantó allí hechos 18 se tambaleaba bajo todas estas influencias comenzó dividirse sobre varios temas la primera carta los corintios aborda muchas de las preguntas prácticas que dividen la iglesia preguntas concernientes cosas tales como dones espirituales matrimonio alimento ofrecido los ídolos la resurrección pablo instó los corintios que se unificaran entregarse plenamente la obra del señor el capítulo 13 incluye un pasaje muy conocido sobre la naturaleza la importancia del amor pablo escribió la primera carta los corintios desde éfeso en la primavera del año 55 d c br br city corinth heart major commercial route ancient world like many cities working commerce corinth reputation sexual immorality religious diversity corruption church paul planted acts 18 staggered influences began divided several matters first letter corinthians addresses many practical questions divide church questions concerning things spiritual gifts marriage food offered idols resurrection paul urged corinthians united give fully work lord chapter 13 includes well known passage nature importance love paul wrote first letter corinthians ephesus spring ad 55 summary claudia barrett |
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11220 |
11884 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 3 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 3 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 5:35- 6:37, as well as a look at the prophecy contained in Deut. 18:15-19. (Summary by the reader) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-3-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 3 commentary st john s gospel covers john 5 35 6 37 well look prophecy contained deut 18 15 19 summary reader |
| 11277 |
11221 |
11885 |
Armand Durand |
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Armand Durand, published in 1868, was written by Rosanna Leprohon, an English-speaker with an insider’s knowledge of French Canada, thanks to her Montreal education and marriage to a man from an old Québécois family.<br><br>\nPaul Durand, a prosperous Québécois farmer, marries in quick succession two very different wives, and fathers two very different sons. The first son, Armand, delicate and bookish, is destined for a legal career in the city; the second, Paul Junior, tougher and down-to-earth, continues life on the farm. The story deals with troubling aspects of parental, sibling, and marital relationships.<br><br>\nArmand Durand may be one of the best Canadian novels that no one has heard of. It was well received in both its English and French editions, but is today hard to find, especially in the original English. Silenced Sextet (1993), a study of 19th-century Canadian women authors whose works were initially popular but later slipped into obscurity, offers this assessment: “it is a mature novel, valuable for its complex human relationships and also for its glimpses of Montreal life in Leprohon’s own time and of rural Quebec life in somewhat earlier days.” - Summary by Bruce Pirie |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/armand-durand-by-rosanna-eleanor-leprohon/ |
armand durand published 1868 written rosanna leprohon english speaker insider s knowledge french canada thanks montreal education marriage man old québécois family br br paul durand prosperous québécois farmer marries quick succession two different wives fathers two different sons first son armand delicate bookish destined legal career city second paul junior tougher down to earth continues life farm story deals troubling aspects parental sibling marital relationships br br armand durand may one best canadian novels one heard of well received english french editions today hard find especially original english silenced sextet 1993 study 19th century canadian women authors whose works initially popular later slipped obscurity offers assessment it mature novel valuable complex human relationships also glimpses montreal life leprohon s time rural quebec life somewhat earlier days summary bruce pirie |
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11222 |
11886 |
Autobiography of Phineas Pett |
Phineas Pett |
Biography & Autobiography |
Phineas Pett was a Master Shipbuilder from one of England's greatest shipbuilding families of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries and kept a journal of his experiences and thoughts at this important and turbulent time in the industry. Although some pages were damaged or lost, the diary was transcribed by Samuel Pepys and preserved in the British Library. It was edited and published in the form of an autobiography by William Gordon Perrin of The Council of the Navy Records Society in 1918. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-phineas-pett-by-phineas-pett/ |
phineas pett master shipbuilder one england s greatest shipbuilding families fifteenth sixteenth centuries kept journal experiences thoughts important turbulent time industry although pages damaged lost diary transcribed samuel pepys preserved british library edited published form autobiography william gordon perrin council navy records society 1918 summary lynne thompson |
| 11279 |
11223 |
11887 |
Mystical City of God, Volume 2 |
Venerable María de Jesús de Ágreda |
Christianity - Other |
The Mystical City of God is a book written in the 17th-century by the Franciscan nun, Venerable Mary of Jesus of Ágreda.\n<br><br>\nAccording to María de Ágreda, the book was to a considerable extent dictated to her by the Blessed Virgin Mary and regarded the life of the Virgin Mary and the divine plan for creation and the salvation of souls. The work alternates between descriptions of the Trinity, the Virgin Mary's life, and the spiritual guidance she provides to the author, by whom her words were reproduced for the spiritual benefit and growth of the reader. The book describes at length the various virtues, and how the reader should live in order to see them reflected in their own life, with the Virgin Mary as their model for sanctity. The work has the Imprimatur of several Popes and Bishops and appeals primarily to those who believe in “private revelation” and the sanctity of Mary. \n<br><br>\nVolume two deals with the Incarnation of our Lord. "The mysteries of the life of the holy Mother of God from the Incarnation of the Divine Word in her virginal womb to the return of the holy family from Egypt." - Summary by Wikipedia and the Introduction |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/mystical-city-of-god-volume-2-by-venerable-maria-de-jesus-de-agreda/ |
mystical city god book written 17th century franciscan nun venerable mary jesus ágreda br br according maría de ágreda book considerable extent dictated blessed virgin mary regarded life virgin mary divine plan creation salvation souls work alternates descriptions trinity virgin mary s life spiritual guidance provides author words reproduced spiritual benefit growth reader book describes length various virtues reader live order see reflected life virgin mary model sanctity work imprimatur several popes bishops appeals primarily believe private revelation sanctity mary br br volume two deals incarnation lord the mysteries life holy mother god incarnation divine word virginal womb return holy family egypt summary wikipedia introduction |
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11247 |
11912 |
Book of the Little Past |
Josephine Preston Peabody |
Poetry |
This is a very cute little book of children's poetry. All poems are short and suitable for very young children to read or listen to. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-little-past-by-josephine-preston-peabody/ |
cute little book children s poetry poems short suitable young children read listen to summary carolin |
| 11281 |
11224 |
11888 |
Salads, Sandwiches and Chafing-Dish Dainties |
Janet McKenzie Hill |
Cooking |
There is positive need of more widespread knowledge of the principles of cookery. Few women know how to cook an egg or boil a potato properly, and the making of the perfect loaf of bread has long been assigned a place among the "lost arts."<br></br>\n\nBy many women cooking is considered, at best, a homely art,—a necessary kind of drudgery; and the composition, if not the consumption, of salads and chafing-dish productions has been restricted, hitherto, chiefly to that half of the race "who cook to please themselves." But, since women have become anxious to compete with men in any and every walk of life, they, too, are desirous of becoming adepts in tossing up an appetizing salad or in stirring a creamy rarebit. And yet neither a pleasing salad, especially if it is to be composed of cooked materials, nor a tempting rarebit can be evolved, save by happy accident, without an accurate knowledge of the fundamental principles that underlie all cookery. - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/salads-sandwiches-and-chafing-dish-dainties-by-janet-mckenzie-hill/ |
positive need widespread knowledge principles cookery women know cook egg boil potato properly making perfect loaf bread long assigned place among lost arts br br many women cooking considered best homely art a necessary kind drudgery composition consumption salads chafing dish productions restricted hitherto chiefly half race who cook please themselves but since women become anxious compete men every walk life they too desirous becoming adepts tossing appetizing salad stirring creamy rarebit yet neither pleasing salad especially composed cooked materials tempting rarebit evolved save happy accident without accurate knowledge fundamental principles underlie cookery summary preface |
| 11282 |
11225 |
11889 |
Bill & Doreen's Courtship (Selections from "The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke") |
C. J. Dennis |
Poetry, Romance |
"The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" is a verse novel by Australian novelist and poet C. J. Dennis. The work was first published in book form in 1915 and sold over 60,000 copies in nine editions within the first year. A special pocket edition was even printed for the Australian soldiers in the trenches during the Great War.\n"The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" tells the story of Bill, a larrikin of the Little Lonsdale Street push, who is introduced to a young woman by the name of Doreen. The book chronicles their courtship and marriage, detailing Bill's transformation from a violence-prone gang member to a contented husband and father.\n - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/bill-doreens-courtship-selections-from-the-songs-of-a-sentimental-bloke-by-c-j-dennis/ |
the songs sentimental bloke verse novel australian novelist poet c j dennis work first published book form 1915 sold 60 000 copies nine editions within first year special pocket edition even printed australian soldiers trenches great war the songs sentimental bloke tells story bill larrikin little lonsdale street push introduced young woman name doreen book chronicles courtship marriage detailing bill s transformation violence prone gang member contented husband father summary wikipedia |
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11226 |
11890 |
Master Humphrey's Clock |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction |
Between April of 1840 and December of the following year, Charles Dickens published Master Humphrey's Clock - a weekly periodical that presented short stories ostensibly read by the title character and his circle of friends - as well as correspondence to the fictional club. Ultimately, the periodical included the complete novels "The Old Curiosity Club" and "Barnaby Rudge." These two novels are, however, referenced in the recording, when Master Humphrey and his friends refer to them. This recording presents all the published material except for the two novels. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/master-humphreys-clock-by-charles-dickens/ |
april 1840 december following year charles dickens published master humphrey s clock weekly periodical presented short stories ostensibly read title character circle friends well correspondence fictional club ultimately periodical included complete novels the old curiosity club barnaby rudge two novels are however referenced recording master humphrey friends refer them recording presents published material except two novels summary brad hamlet filippone |
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11227 |
11891 |
Monster Men |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Science Fiction |
Dr. Arthur Maxon has a dream: to create an artificial human being! His first twelve experiments have resulted only in grotesque, subhuman monsters. But Number Thirteen is perfect, and will make an ideal mate for Virginia, Dr. Maxon’s only daughter. But his monstrous plan goes awry when it is disrupted by pirates and Maxon’s duplicitous assistant, Carl von Horn. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-monster-men-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
dr arthur maxon dream create artificial human being first twelve experiments resulted grotesque subhuman monsters number thirteen perfect make ideal mate virginia dr maxon s daughter monstrous plan goes awry disrupted pirates maxon s duplicitous assistant carl von horn summary mark nelson |
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11228 |
11892 |
Things Seen in Florence |
Elizabeth W. Grierson |
Travel & Geography |
One of the largest and wealthiest cities of medieval Europe, the home of Dante and Giotto has long been a magnet for lovers of art, architecture and history. In this short guide, Elizabeth Wilson Grierson shares her passion for the city, taking the visitor on an informative tour of its major sights as well as some of its hidden corners. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/things-seen-in-florence-by-elizabeth-w-grierson/ |
one largest wealthiest cities medieval europe home dante giotto long magnet lovers art architecture history short guide elizabeth wilson grierson shares passion city taking visitor informative tour major sights well hidden corners summary phil benson |
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11229 |
11893 |
Eskimo Folk-Tales |
Knud Rasmussen |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Quote:\n"No man is better qualified to tell the story of Greenland, or the stories of its people. Knud Rasmussen is himself partly of Eskimo origin; his childhood was spent in Greenland, and to Greenland he returned again and again, studying, exploring, crossing the desert of the inland ice, making unique collections of material, tangible and otherwise, from all parts of that vast and little-known land, and his achievements on these various expeditions have gained for him much honour and the appreciation of many learned societies. But it is as an interpreter of native life, of the ways and customs of the Eskimos, that he has done his greatest work. Such work, as regards its hither side, must naturally consist to a great extent of scientific treatises, collections of facts and specimens, all requiring previous knowledge of the subject for their proper comprehension. These have their great value as additions to the sum of human knowledge, but they remain unknown to the majority of men. As regards their contents, the stories bring before us, more clearly, perhaps, than any objective study, the daily life of the Eskimos, their habit of thought, their conception of the universe, and the curious "spirit world" which forms their religion or mythology. In point of form they are unique." (W. W. Worster, ed. by Expatriate) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/eskimo-folk-tales-by-knud-rasmussen/ |
quote no man better qualified tell story greenland stories people knud rasmussen partly eskimo origin childhood spent greenland greenland returned again studying exploring crossing desert inland ice making unique collections material tangible otherwise parts vast little known land achievements various expeditions gained much honour appreciation many learned societies interpreter native life ways customs eskimos done greatest work work regards hither side must naturally consist great extent scientific treatises collections facts specimens requiring previous knowledge subject proper comprehension great value additions sum human knowledge remain unknown majority men regards contents stories bring us clearly perhaps objective study daily life eskimos habit thought conception universe curious spirit world forms religion mythology point form unique w w worster ed expatriate |
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12107 |
12802 |
Celebrated Women Travellers of the Nineteenth Century |
W. H. Davenport Adams |
Travel & Geography |
The nineteenth century saw the expansion in popularity of travel among the wealthy. Add to this the independence more women were enjoying as they were released from work in the home, and we have the recipe for some intrepid female travelers. Here we see the stories of just some such adventurous women. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-women-travellers-of-the-nineteenth-century-by-w-h-davenport-adams/ |
nineteenth century saw expansion popularity travel among wealthy add independence women enjoying released work home recipe intrepid female travelers see stories adventurous women summary lynne thompson |
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11233 |
11897 |
History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 1, September 1909 |
Various |
History |
"The History Teacher’s Magazine is devoted to the interests of teachers of History, Civics, and related subjects in the fields of Geography and Economics. It aims to bring to the teacher of these topics the latest news of his profession. It will describe recent methods of history teaching, and such experiments as may be tried by teachers in different parts of the country. It will keep the teacher in touch with the recent literature of history by giving an impartial judgment upon recent text-books. It will give announcements of meetings of Teachers’ Associations and accounts of their work. Its columns being open to the questions and contributions of every history teacher, it will serve as a clearing-house of ideas and ideals in the profession of history teaching." - From the first issue of History Teacher's Magazine |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-teachers-magazine-vol-i-no-1-september-1909-by-various/ |
the history teacher s magazine devoted interests teachers history civics related subjects fields geography economics aims bring teacher topics latest news profession describe recent methods history teaching experiments may tried teachers different parts country keep teacher touch recent literature history giving impartial judgment upon recent text books give announcements meetings teachers associations accounts work columns open questions contributions every history teacher serve clearing house ideas ideals profession history teaching first issue history teacher s magazine |
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11234 |
11898 |
Collection of Beatrix Potter Stories (Version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Beatrix Potter |
Animals & Nature, Short works |
Beatrix Potter's delightful stories come to life in this Librivox \nrecording of some of her most famous tales. This collection is extra \nspecial because it was read by children for children. Come along as we \nexperience the well-loved stories of Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck, \nTom Kitten, and many others! Summary by Adele de Pignerolles.<br><br>The Tale of Peter Rabbit<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mrs. Rabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Peter Rabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a> <br>Mr. McGregor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br><br>The Tale of Benjamin Bunny<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mrs. Rabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Benjamin Bunny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Peter Rabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br><br>The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mr. McGregor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Mrs. McGregor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br><br>The Roly-Poly Pudding<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mittens: Lukie<br>Mrs. Tabitha Twitchit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Cousin Ribby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Moppett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Tom Kitten: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>Samuel Whiskers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Anna Maria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br><br>The Tale of Mr. Tod<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Tommy Brock: Lukie<br>Mr. Bouncer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Benjamin Bunny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Peter Rabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>Mr. Tod: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br>The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Lucie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Sally Henny-Penny: Lukie<br><br>The Tale of Ginger and Pickles<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Ginger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Pickles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Sally Henny-Penny: Lukie<br>Mr. John Dormouse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br><br>The Story of Miss Moppet<br>Miss Moppet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br><br>The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mr. Jeremy Fisher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br><br>The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Timmy Tiptoes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>Goody Tiptoes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>First Little Bird: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Second Little Bird: Lukie<br>Silvertail Squirrel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Chippy Hackee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Mrs. Chippy Hackee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br>The Pie and the Patty-Pan<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Cousin Ribby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Duchess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Mrs. Tabitha Twitchit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Dr. Maggotty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br><br>The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Mrs. Rebeccah Puddle-Duck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Jemima Puddle-Duck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>Kep: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>The Gentleman with the sandy whiskers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br><br>The Tale of Pigling Bland<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Aunt Pettitoes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>Alexander: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10422" rel="nofollow">Eddy Sherman</a><br>Pigling Bland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>The policeman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br>The hen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>A broody hen: Lukie<br>Mr. Peter Thomas Piperson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10031" rel="nofollow">Rupert Holliday</a><br>Pig-wig: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>The grocer: Lukie<br><br>The Tale of Two Bad Mice<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Tom Thumb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10423" rel="nofollow">Johnny Smith</a><br>Hunca Munca: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br>The little girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10313" rel="nofollow">Rosalynn</a><br>The nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br><br>Audio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446" rel="nofollow">Adele de Pignerolles</a><br>Additional proof listening done by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886" rel="nofollow">Esther ben Simonides</a><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-collection-of-beatrix-potter-stories-by-beatrix-potter-2/ |
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Madman: His Parables And Poems and The Forerunner: His Parables And Poems |
Kahlil Gibran |
Philosophy |
Two short books by the Lebanese-American writer, poet, and mystic. Reflections on existence and life, purpose and meaning. His most famous work is The Prophet (1923).<br><br>The Madman, Part 1: Introduction; God; My Friend; The Scarecrow; The Sleep-Walkers; The Wise Dog; The Two Hermits; On Giving And Taking; The Seven Selves; War; The Fox; The Wise King; Ambition; The New Pleasure; The Other Language; The Pomegranate; The Two Cages; The Three Ants; The Grave Digger; On The Steps Of The Temple; The Blessed City.<br><br>The Madman, Part 2: The Good God and The Evil God; Defeat; Night and The Madman; Faces; The Greater Sea; Crucified; The Astronomer; The Great Longing; Said A Blade Of Grass; The Eye; The Two Learned Men; When My Sorrow Was Born; And When My Joy Was Born; ‘The Perfect World’.<br><br>The Forerunner, Part 1: Introduction; God’s Fool; Love; The King-Hermit; The Lion’s Daughter; Tyranny; The Saint; The Plutocrat; The Greater Self; War And The Small Nations; Critics; Poets; The Weather-Cock; The King Of Aradus; Out Of My Deeper Heart.<br><br>The Forerunner, Part 2: Dynasties; Knowledge And Half-Knowledge; ‘Said A Sheet Of Snow-White Paper…’; The Scholar And The Poet; Values; Other Seas; Repentance; The Dying Man And The Vulture; Beyond My Solitude; The Last Watch. ( david wales) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-madman-the-forerunner-by-kahlil-gibran/ |
two short books lebanese american writer poet mystic reflections existence life purpose meaning famous work prophet 1923 br br the madman part 1 introduction god friend scarecrow sleep walkers wise dog two hermits giving taking seven selves war fox wise king ambition new pleasure language pomegranate two cages three ants grave digger steps temple blessed city br br the madman part 2 good god evil god defeat night madman faces greater sea crucified astronomer great longing said blade grass eye two learned men sorrow born joy born the perfect world br br the forerunner part 1 introduction god s fool love king hermit lion s daughter tyranny saint plutocrat greater self war small nations critics poets weather cock king aradus deeper heart br br the forerunner part 2 dynasties knowledge half knowledge said sheet snow white paper scholar poet values seas repentance dying man vulture beyond solitude last watch david wales |
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11900 |
How to Camp Out |
John Mead Gould |
Sports & Recreation |
Advice on camp gear, clothing, cooking, hiking, and other topics. Much of the book remains good and sensible advice today, but modern readers may be amused by Maj. Gould's few remarks on ladies, who "must be cared for more tenderly than men." - Summary by Sarah Jennings |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-camp-out-by-john-mead-gould/ |
advice camp gear clothing cooking hiking topics much book remains good sensible advice today modern readers may amused maj gould s remarks ladies must cared tenderly men summary sarah jennings |
| 11292 |
11237 |
11902 |
U.S. Money vs. Corporation Currency, "Aldrich plan." |
Alfred Owen Crozier |
Business & Economics |
In 1908, the National Monetary Commission was established by Congress to study financial boom-and-bust cycles. Senator Nelson Aldrich (Republican-RI) was chair of the commission. He, in secret enclave with a group of bankers, drafted what was called The Aldrich Plan, which provided for a central "bank" that would hold funds individual banks could borrow in the case of a bank run, print currency, and act as the fiscal agent of the US government. However, the plan gave little power to the government and seemed to give almost absolute control of the country's currency to Wall Street financiers. This 1912 book outlines the dangers and supposed duplicity of The Aldrich Plan while it was being debated in Congress. (The plan was eventually defeated, but was used as a basis for the Federal Reserve Act, which was signed into law in 1913.) - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/us-money-vs-corporation-currency-aldrich-plan-by-alfred-owen-crozier/ |
1908 national monetary commission established congress study financial boom and bust cycles senator nelson aldrich republican ri chair commission he secret enclave group bankers drafted called aldrich plan provided central bank would hold funds individual banks could borrow case bank run print currency act fiscal agent us government however plan gave little power government seemed give almost absolute control country s currency wall street financiers 1912 book outlines dangers supposed duplicity aldrich plan debated congress the plan eventually defeated used basis federal reserve act signed law 1913 summary triciag |
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11903 |
Sikh Religion: Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 5 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Other religions |
This is one of the first (and still one of the few) comprehensive books about the Sikh religion in the English language. MacAuliffe had extensive access to manuscripts of the Sikh sacred writings (the Granth), as well as support from Sikh scholars and leaders of the time. This volume covers the life and writings of Guru Gorbind Singh, the 10th Guru. This is volume 5 of 6. Summary by Kim. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-sikh-religion-volume-5-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
one first and still one few comprehensive books sikh religion english language macauliffe extensive access manuscripts sikh sacred writings the granth well support sikh scholars leaders time volume covers life writings guru gorbind singh 10th guru volume 5 6 summary kim |
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11240 |
11905 |
Life |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
The following statement expresses Wilcox's unique blending of New Thought, Spiritualism, and a Theosophical belief in reincarnation: "As we think, act, and live here today, we build the structures of our homes in spirit realms after we leave earth, and we build karma for future lives, thousands of years to come, on this earth or other planets. Life will assume new dignity, and labor new interest for us, when we come to the knowledge that death is but a continuation of life and labor, in higher planes." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/life-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
following statement expresses wilcox s unique blending new thought spiritualism theosophical belief reincarnation as think act live today build structures homes spirit realms leave earth build karma future lives thousands years come earth planets life assume new dignity labor new interest us come knowledge death continuation life labor higher planes summary wikipedia |
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11906 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 1: Home and Friendship (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The first of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a trove of poetry focusing on youth and young love; the home and domestic life; and the highs and lows of friendship. - Summary by Tomas Peter</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-1-part-2/ |
first ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes trove poetry focusing youth young love home domestic life highs lows friendship summary tomas peter p |
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11907 |
Cleopatra |
Georg Ebers |
Historical Fiction |
The world knows the fate of the classic lovers Cleopatra and Mark Antony, so there is no need to announce a spoiler alert. Georg Ebers was a German Egyptologist who deftly applied his comprehensive knowledge of Rome and Egypt into a fictionalized account of the ill-fated romance between the Egyptian Queen and her Roman lover Mark Antony. (summary by reader) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cleopatra-by-georg-ebers/ |
world knows fate classic lovers cleopatra mark antony need announce spoiler alert georg ebers german egyptologist deftly applied comprehensive knowledge rome egypt fictionalized account ill fated romance egyptian queen roman lover mark antony summary reader |
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11908 |
Laws and Practice of the Game of Euchre. As Adopted by the Washington, D.C. Euchre Club |
Charles Henry Wharton Meehan |
Games |
Sprinkled with literary quotes and little jests, this is a history of and guide to playing Euchre, with a short portion on playing 5-card draw poker.\nSome of the major differences between the described game and modern Euchre include the following:<br /><br />(1) Today, a game is generally played to 10 points, rather than 5 (and the 5 cards are used for scoring). This will also change the "playing to the Bridge" discussion in this work.<br />\n(2) Today, only the 9, 10, J (called "Knave" in this work), Q, K, and A cards are used (not the 7 and 8).<br />\n(3) Today, when a player announces they are playing alone, their partner cannot take the privilege of playing alone away from them.<br />\n(4) Often today, when a player orders up their partner (the dealer), the player must play alone. (I've been told, however, that in an evening of progressive euchre, a player can order up their partner without going alone.)<br />\n(5) Lap, Slam, Jambone, and Jamboree are not variations of the game that are common today.<br /><br />\n\nOther minor differences also exist. However, it is still an informative work for those who are new to the game, as well as a look back to the card tables of the previous century. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-laws-and-practice-of-the-game-of-euchre-by-charles-meehan/ |
sprinkled literary quotes little jests history guide playing euchre short portion playing 5 card draw poker major differences described game modern euchre include following br br 1 today game generally played 10 points rather 5 and 5 cards used scoring also change playing bridge discussion work br 2 today 9 10 j called knave work q k cards used not 7 8 br 3 today player announces playing alone partner cannot take privilege playing alone away them br 4 often today player orders partner the dealer player must play alone i ve told however evening progressive euchre player order partner without going alone br 5 lap slam jambone jamboree variations game common today br br minor differences also exist however still informative work new game well look back card tables previous century summary triciag |
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Peeps at People - Being Certain Papers from the Writings of Anne Warrington Witherup (Dramatic Reading) |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Written by a fictitious first-person narrator, this book puts a humorous spin on encounters with several famous people of the time. "I set forth from my office in London upon my pilgrimage to the shrines of the world's illustrious. Readers everywhere are interested in the home life of men who have made themselves factors in art, science, letters, and history, and to these people I was commissioned to go." This version has been read as full cast dramatic reading. -- Summary by TriciaG and from the book.\n<br>Edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny </a><br />\n<b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a>\n\n<br><b>Cast </b>(of chapters with more than 2 readers):</b><br />\n<b>Chapter 1. Nansen</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nNansen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br />\nPublisher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nTicket Agent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 2. Mr Hall Caine</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nMr. Hall Caine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nHackman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 3. Emperor William</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nEmperor William: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8059">Spoken4</a><br /> \nGrand High Chamberlain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 6. Zola</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nZola: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\nHussar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 7. Sir Henry Irving</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nHenry Irving: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12536">Ellies</a><br />\nProperty Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 8. Ian McLaran</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nIan McLaren: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12536">Ellies</a><br />\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 10. The De Reszkes</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nEdouard De Reszkes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br />\nJean De Reszkes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12552">pmstrahm</a><br />\nInnkeeper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\n<br>\n\n<b>Chapter 11. Henryk Sienkiewicz</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nHenryk Sienkiewicz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12536">Ellies</a><br />\nSalesman and Young Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nEdouard De Reszkes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br />\nJean De Reszkes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12552">pmstrahm</a><br /> |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/peeps-at-people-being-certain-papers-from-the-writings-of-anne-warrington-witherup-dramatic-reading-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
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| 11299 |
11245 |
11910 |
Ardours and Endurances |
Robert Nichols |
Poetry |
This is a volume of war poetry by English poet and playwright Robert Nichols. To quote Wikipedia: "On 11 November 1985, Nichols was among 16 Great War poets commemorated on a slate stone unveiled in Westminster Abbey's Poet's Corner. The inscription on the stone was written by a fellow Great War poet, Wilfred Owen. It reads: 'My subject is War, and the pity of War. The Poetry is in the pity.'" This particular volume of poetry contains his most well-known poems, and is also perhaps one of the most haunting collections of war poetry in the English language. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/ardours-and-endurances-by-robert-nichols/ |
volume war poetry english poet playwright robert nichols quote wikipedia on 11 november 1985 nichols among 16 great war poets commemorated slate stone unveiled westminster abbey s poet s corner inscription stone written fellow great war poet wilfred owen reads my subject war pity war poetry pity particular volume poetry contains well known poems also perhaps one haunting collections war poetry english language summary carolin |
| 11300 |
11246 |
11911 |
Poems on Travel |
Robert Maynard Leonard |
Poetry |
This volume of poetry takes the reader, or rather the listener, along on a literary tour through Europe. R.M. Leonard has collected the finest (as of 1914) poems by some of the most celebrated poets of the English language, all covering the subject of travel, and often concerning travelling to a certain city or region in Europe. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poems-on-travel-by-various/ |
volume poetry takes reader rather listener along literary tour europe r m leonard collected finest as 1914 poems celebrated poets english language covering subject travel often concerning travelling certain city region europe summary carolin |
| 11301 |
11250 |
11915 |
Sonnets of Shakespeare's Ghost |
Thomas George Tucker |
Poetry |
This is a collection of sonnets in the Shakespearean style written by Thomas George Tucker as Gregory Thornton. As the author prefaces his volume: "The Spirit of William Shakespeare, sore vexed of them who say that in his Sonnets he writ not from the truth of his heart but from the toyings of his brain, and that he devised but a feigned object to fit a feigned affection, herein maketh answer, renewing as best a shadow may that rhyme wherein he was more excellent in the living body." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-of-shakespeares-ghost-by-thomas-george-tucker/ |
collection sonnets shakespearean style written thomas george tucker gregory thornton author prefaces volume the spirit william shakespeare sore vexed say sonnets writ truth heart toyings brain devised feigned object fit feigned affection herein maketh answer renewing best shadow may rhyme wherein excellent living body summary carolin |
| 11302 |
11251 |
11916 |
By the Sea, and Other Verses |
Hannah Lavinia Baily |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry by Hannah Lavinia Baily. They describe a number of different settings, prominently the sea in the titular poem, and bring in contemporary as well as mythical themes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/by-the-sea-and-other-verses-by-hannah-lavinia-baily/ |
collection poetry hannah lavinia baily describe number different settings prominently sea titular poem bring contemporary well mythical themes summary carolin |
| 11303 |
11252 |
11917 |
Poems & Songs |
Richard Middleton |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by English poet Richard Middleton. While hardly known to readers anymore today, Middleton's poems, stories, and essays were all very highly regarded during his lifetime and after his untimely death, having won the admiration of many of his contemporary critics and writers whose fame endured longer than that of Middleton himself. A look into this volume of poetry should convince the reader or listener that Middleton's poetry certainly deserves much more attention than is currently given it. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/poems-songs-by-richard-middleton/ |
volume poetry english poet richard middleton hardly known readers anymore today middleton s poems stories essays highly regarded lifetime untimely death admiration many contemporary critics writers whose fame endured longer middleton himself look volume poetry convince reader listener middleton s poetry certainly deserves much attention currently given it summary carolin |
| 11304 |
11253 |
11918 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 067 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A collection of 20 short stories selected and read by Librivox readers in English. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-067/ |
collection 20 short stories selected read librivox readers english |
| 11305 |
11254 |
11919 |
Lives of the Queens of England, Volume 8 |
Agnes Strickland |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.<br><br>Volume eight includes the biographies of Henrietta Maria and Catharine of Braganza. (Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-8-by-agnes-strickland/ |
lives queens england multi volumed work attributed agnes strickland though mostly researched written sister elisabeth volumes give biographies queens england norman conquest 1066 although today s standards seen scholarly work stricklands used many sources used before br br volume eight includes biographies henrietta maria catharine braganza summary ann boulais |
| 11306 |
11255 |
11921 |
Molly Brown's Freshman Days |
Nell Speed |
Children's Fiction |
Molly Brown has left Kentucky for the first time, to enter Wellington University. She has much to learn about college life, but she meets many new friends to help her fight her homesickness. (Ann Boulais)\n<BR><BR>\nNext book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/molly-browns-sophomore-days-by-nell-speed/">Molly Brown's Sophomore Days</a> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/molly-browns-freshman-days-by-nell-speed/ |
molly brown left kentucky first time enter wellington university much learn college life meets many new friends help fight homesickness ann boulais br br next book series a href https librivox org molly browns sophomore days by nell speed molly brown s sophomore days a |
| 11307 |
11256 |
11922 |
Bookman, March 1921 |
John Farrar |
*Non-fiction |
This precursor to The New Yorker magazine features several Algonquin Roundtable regulars, including Broun, Woolcott, and Morley. Editor is John C. Farrar, an American editor, writer and publisher. Farrar founded two publishing companies — Farrar & Rinehart and Farrar, Straus and Giroux. ( Matt Pierard) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-bookman-march-1921-by-john-farrar/ |
precursor new yorker magazine features several algonquin roundtable regulars including broun woolcott morley editor john c farrar american editor writer publisher farrar founded two publishing companies farrar rinehart farrar straus giroux matt pierard |
| 11308 |
11257 |
11923 |
Phenomenology of Mind, Volume 1 |
Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel |
Early Modern |
Phänomenologie des Geistes (1807) is Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's most important and widely discussed philosophical work. Hegel's first book, it describes the three-stage dialectical life of Spirit. The title can be translated as either The Phenomenology of Spirit or The Phenomenology of Mind, because the German word Geist has both meanings. \nPhenomenology was the basis of Hegel's later philosophy and marked a significant development in German idealism after Kant. Focusing on topics in metaphysics, epistemology, physics, ethics, history, religion, perception, consciousness, and political philosophy, The Phenomenology is where Hegel develops his concepts of dialectic (including the Master-slave dialectic), absolute idealism, ethical life, and Aufhebung. The book had a profound effect in Western philosophy, and "has been praised and blamed for the development of existentialism, communism, fascism, death of God theology, and historicist nihilism." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-phenomenology-of-mind-volume-1-by-georg-wilhelm-friedrich-hegel/ |
phänomenologie des geistes 1807 georg wilhelm friedrich hegel s important widely discussed philosophical work hegel s first book describes three stage dialectical life spirit title translated either phenomenology spirit phenomenology mind german word geist meanings phenomenology basis hegel s later philosophy marked significant development german idealism kant focusing topics metaphysics epistemology physics ethics history religion perception consciousness political philosophy phenomenology hegel develops concepts dialectic including master slave dialectic absolute idealism ethical life aufhebung book profound effect western philosophy has praised blamed development existentialism communism fascism death god theology historicist nihilism summary wikipedia |
| 11309 |
11259 |
11925 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 018 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. \n<br><br>\n01 - Brazilian portuguese - Fulano in Historias sem Data key words: prose, fiction, irony <br>\n02 - Brazilian portuguese - Primas de Sapucaia! in Historias sem Data key words: prose, fiction, irony <br>\n03 - French - Éloge de Pierre Corneille key words: prose eulogy of Pierre Corneille by fellow playwright and Academician Jean Racine <br>\n04 - French - L'Ennemi (from 'Les Fleurs du Mal') key words: poetry, memoirs, Les Fleurs du Mal, regrets, sadness, nostalgia, youth lost, passage of time, sorrow <br>\n05 - French - La tirade des nons merci (acte 2 scène VIII) de Cyrano de Bergerac key words: Tirade from a play <br>\n06 - German - In der Fremde key words: poetry <br>\n07 - German - Gebet eines Kindes key words: poetry <br>\n08 - German - Musa key words: prose <br>\n09 - German - Ostern key words: poetry <br>\n10 - Italian - Lettera a Filippo Tommaso Marinetti key words: letter <br>\n11 - Kurdish - Mem û Zîn, Chapter One key words: poetry <br>\n12 - Luxembourgish - En drolécht Gespènst key words: joke, ghost, cemetary, peasant, priest <br>\n13 - Romanian - Concertul in Lunca key words: poetry <br>\n14 - Romanian - După Doǐ Seculǐ key words: poetry <br>\n15 - Romanian - Noaptea key words: poetry <br>\n16 - Romanian - SOARELE, VÎNTUL ȘI GERUL key words: poetry <br>\n17 - Spanish - Breve historia veraz de un pericote key words: Cuento corto, carta, pericote, Abraham Valdelomar <br>\n18 - Spanish - La Niña Mimosa key words: prose, fiction, humor, memoirs, love, youth, Victorian, Spain, nostalgia <br>\n19 - Spanish - Hebaristo, el sauce que murió de amor key words: Hebaristo, sauce, cuento corto, cuento peruano, Abraham Valdelomar <br>\n20 - Ukrainian - Dr. Besserwisser key words: short satire <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-018-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 brazilian portuguese fulano historias sem data key words prose fiction irony br 02 brazilian portuguese primas de sapucaia historias sem data key words prose fiction irony br 03 french éloge de pierre corneille key words prose eulogy pierre corneille fellow playwright academician jean racine br 04 french l ennemi from les fleurs du mal key words poetry memoirs les fleurs du mal regrets sadness nostalgia youth lost passage time sorrow br 05 french la tirade des nons merci acte 2 scène viii de cyrano de bergerac key words tirade play br 06 german der fremde key words poetry br 07 german gebet eines kindes key words poetry br 08 german musa key words prose br 09 german ostern key words poetry br 10 italian lettera filippo tommaso marinetti key words letter br 11 kurdish mem û zîn chapter one key words poetry br 12 luxembourgish en drolécht gespènst key words joke ghost cemetary peasant priest br 13 romanian concertul lunca key words poetry br 14 romanian după doǐ seculǐ key words poetry br 15 romanian noaptea key words poetry br 16 romanian soarele vîntul și gerul key words poetry br 17 spanish breve historia veraz de un pericote key words cuento corto carta pericote abraham valdelomar br 18 spanish la niña mimosa key words prose fiction humor memoirs love youth victorian spain nostalgia br 19 spanish hebaristo el sauce que murió de amor key words hebaristo sauce cuento corto cuento peruano abraham valdelomar br 20 ukrainian dr besserwisser key words short satire br |
| 11310 |
11260 |
11926 |
Ύμνος εις την Αθηνά |
Kostis Palamas |
Single author |
It is a poem about Greek goddess Athena, the unmarried virgin goddess of war and wisdom. Goddess Athena was born fully armed and grown physically from the head of the father of all gods Zeus - Summary by KOSTAS KARAMPAS |
Greek |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/by-kostis-palamas/ |
poem greek goddess athena unmarried virgin goddess war wisdom goddess athena born fully armed grown physically head father gods zeus summary kostas karampas |
| 11311 |
11261 |
11927 |
Temptation Of St. Anthony |
Gustave Flaubert |
Literary Fiction |
An extraordinary work of the aesthetic imagination, cast in the form of a psycho-drama detailing the events of one night in the life of the aged hermit, later Saint, Anthony, in the course of which his claims to sainthood are severely tested by, among other things, Gods, Magicians, Science, Food, Monstres, Lust and Death. Beautifully translated by Lafcadio Hearn, justly celebrated for his eerie re-tellings of Japanese ghost stories and legends, it boasts equally extraordinary printworks (for those who follow the link to the Online Text) by renowned symbolist artist Odilon Redon. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-temptation-of-st-anthony-by-gustave-flaubert/ |
extraordinary work aesthetic imagination cast form psycho drama detailing events one night life aged hermit later saint anthony course claims sainthood severely tested by among things gods magicians science food monstres lust death beautifully translated lafcadio hearn justly celebrated eerie re tellings japanese ghost stories legends boasts equally extraordinary printworks for follow link online text renowned symbolist artist odilon redon summary tony addison |
| 11312 |
11262 |
11928 |
Canada: The Empire of the North |
Agnes C. Laut |
History |
Canada's past is more dramatic than any romance ever penned. . . . All that has been attempted here is such a story of the romance and adventure in Canada's nation building as will give the casual reader knowledge of the country's past, and how that past led along a trail of great heroism to the destiny of a Northern Empire. This volume is in no sense formal history. There will be found in it no such lists of governors with dates appended, of treaties with articles running to the fours and eights and tens, of battles grouped with dates, as have made Canadian history a nightmare to children. It is only such a story as boys and girls may read, or the hurried business man on the train, who wants to know "what was doing" in the past; and it is mainly a story of men and women and things doing. - Summary from the preface |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/canada-the-empire-of-the-north-by-agnes-c-laut/ |
canada s past dramatic romance ever penned attempted story romance adventure canada s nation building give casual reader knowledge country s past past led along trail great heroism destiny northern empire volume sense formal history found lists governors dates appended treaties articles running fours eights tens battles grouped dates made canadian history nightmare children story boys girls may read hurried business man train wants know what doing past mainly story men women things doing summary preface |
| 11313 |
11263 |
11929 |
Nursery ''Alice'' |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure |
A shortened version of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland . . . adapted by the author himself for children "from nought to five". . . . It is written as though the story is being read aloud by someone who is also talking to the child listener, with many interpolations by the author, pointing out details in the pictures and asking questions, such as "Which would you have liked the best, do you think, to be a little tiny Alice, no larger than a kitten, or a great tall Alice, with your head always knocking against the ceiling?" There are also additions, such as an anecdote about a puppy called Dash, and an explanation of the word "foxglove". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-nursery-alice-by-lewis-carroll/ |
shortened version alice s adventures wonderland adapted author children from nought five written though story read aloud someone also talking child listener many interpolations author pointing details pictures asking questions which would liked best think little tiny alice larger kitten great tall alice head always knocking ceiling also additions anecdote puppy called dash explanation word foxglove summary wikipedia |
| 11314 |
11264 |
11930 |
Boy Scout Book of Campfire Stories |
Various |
Short works |
The Editor likes to think that quite a few of the stories found in the Boy Scouts Book of Campfire Stories present companions for the mind of this hardy sort, and hopes, whether boys read or are told these stories, they will prove to be such as exalt and inspire while they thrill and entertain. (from the Introduction) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scout-book-of-campfire-stories-by-various/ |
editor likes think quite stories found boy scouts book campfire stories present companions mind hardy sort hopes whether boys read told stories prove exalt inspire thrill entertain from introduction |
| 11315 |
11265 |
11931 |
Clementina |
A. E. W. Mason |
Historical Fiction |
This well-written novel is a fictional account of a true historical rescue mission. In 1719, at the age of 17, when she was on her way across Europe to marry James Stuart, the Catholic pretender to the British throne, Princess Maria Clementina Sobieska was kidnapped and held prisoner by Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI, with the approval of his ally, the Protestant king of England. The king feared that the marriage would produce heirs who might raise a rebellion against the Crown, though Stuart’s own rebellion had failed four years earlier. But Irish soldier of fortune and Stuart's ablest spy, hatches a daring plot to rescue the princess. Filled with spies, romance, palace intrigue and uncertain loyalties, this is the story of how Charles Wogan, once indicted for High Treason in Protestant England, set out to play his part on the international stage. Failure would mean certain death at the hands of Wogan's powerful enemies. But would success bring the result he expects? (Jacquerie)<br><br>Prooflisteners: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3220">Betty M.</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linette Geisel</a>\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/clementina-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
well written novel fictional account true historical rescue mission 1719 age 17 way across europe marry james stuart catholic pretender british throne princess maria clementina sobieska kidnapped held prisoner holy roman emperor charles vi approval ally protestant king england king feared marriage would produce heirs might raise rebellion crown though stuart s rebellion failed four years earlier irish soldier fortune stuart s ablest spy hatches daring plot rescue princess filled spies romance palace intrigue uncertain loyalties story charles wogan indicted high treason protestant england set play part international stage failure would mean certain death hands wogan s powerful enemies would success bring result expects jacquerie br br prooflisteners a href https librivox org reader 3220 betty m a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linette geisel a |
| 11316 |
11266 |
11932 |
Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy |
William Henry Helm |
Biography & Autobiography |
Written for the centenary of Jane Austen's death, W. H. Helm reflects poetically on the timelessness of her work: <i>the must of age has not settled on her books. The lavender may lie between their pages, but it is still sweet.</i> Helm briefly surveys Jane Austen's influences, literary contemporaries and themes. He is particularly interested in her ideas and characters, and his short book is fully of pithy quotes encapsulating "the best of Jane Austen". Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/jane-austen-and-her-country-house-comedy-by-william-henry-helm/ |
written centenary jane austen s death w h helm reflects poetically timelessness work i the must age settled books lavender may lie pages still sweet i helm briefly surveys jane austen s influences literary contemporaries themes particularly interested ideas characters short book fully pithy quotes encapsulating the best jane austen summary beth thomas |
| 11317 |
11267 |
11933 |
Conqueror Worm |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. Poe is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as a central figure of Romanticism in the United States and American literature as a whole, and he was one of the country's earliest practitioners of the short story. Poe is generally considered the inventor of the detective fiction genre and is further credited with contributing to the emerging genre of science fiction. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-conqueror-worm-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe american writer editor literary critic poe best known poetry short stories particularly tales mystery macabre widely regarded central figure romanticism united states american literature whole one country s earliest practitioners short story poe generally considered inventor detective fiction genre credited contributing emerging genre science fiction summary wikipedia |
| 11318 |
11268 |
11934 |
In A Box |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
James Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. His poems tended to be humorous or sentimental, and of the approximately one thousand poems that Riley authored, the majority are in dialect. His famous works include "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-box-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author poems tended humorous sentimental approximately one thousand poems riley authored majority dialect famous works include little orphant annie the raggedy man summary wikipedia |
| 11319 |
11269 |
11935 |
Spirit of Place and Other Essays |
Alice Meynell |
Essays & Short Works |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League. She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." This is a collection of her essays covering a wide range of topics from the opening essay on the "Spirit of Place" to a playful essay about the foot, and musing on topics such as rain, the horizon and the concluding essay, "Shadows." - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-place-and-other-essays-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven collection essays covering wide range topics opening essay spirit place playful essay foot musing topics rain horizon concluding essay shadows summary larry wilson |
| 11320 |
11270 |
11937 |
Bible (Bijbel SV) NT 27: de Openbaring van Johannes |
Statenvertaling |
Bibles |
The Revelation of John in Dutch. De Openbaring of Apokalypse van Johannes is geschreven door de apostel Johannes op het eiland Patmos. Openbaring is het laatste boek van de Bijbel en openbaart wat er geschieden zal in de voleinding der wereld. (Summary by sv1637) |
Dutch |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/bible-bijbel-sv-nt-27-de-openbaring-van-johannes-by-statenvertaling/ |
revelation john dutch de openbaring apokalypse van johannes geschreven door de apostel johannes op het eiland patmos openbaring het laatste boek van de bijbel en openbaart wat er geschieden zal de voleinding der wereld summary sv1637 |
| 11321 |
11271 |
11938 |
Evil Shepherd |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A businessman is found stabbed through the heart, the obvious suspect his partner: Oliver Hilditch. Hilditch seems destined for the gallows, but he is saved by brilliant defense attorney Francis Ledsam. It is a defense to be proud of, but Ledsam’s joy vanishes when Hilditch’s wife informs him that her husband is guilty of crimes far more monstrous than murder. Ledsam finds himself trapped between his love for a beautiful woman and a powerful desire to do the right thing—no matter the cost. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-evil-shepherd-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
businessman found stabbed heart obvious suspect partner oliver hilditch hilditch seems destined gallows saved brilliant defense attorney francis ledsam defense proud of ledsam s joy vanishes hilditch s wife informs husband guilty crimes far monstrous murder ledsam finds trapped love beautiful woman powerful desire right thing no matter cost summary richard kilmer |
| 11322 |
11272 |
11939 |
Household Tales |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The complete Brothers Grimm stories, as translated directly from the German. Some of the stories will be familiar such as The Frog Prince, Rapunzel, and Cinderella. Other tales are less well known such as The Three Black Princesses, and The Story of the Youth Who Went Forth to Learn What Fear Was. <br><br>Content Note for Parents: some of these stories do not flinch from dark themes. For example, in this version of Cinderella birds peck out the eyes of the wicked stepsisters! - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/household-tales-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
complete brothers grimm stories translated directly german stories familiar frog prince rapunzel cinderella tales less well known three black princesses story youth went forth learn fear was br br content note parents stories flinch dark themes example version cinderella birds peck eyes wicked stepsisters summary beth thomas |
| 11323 |
11287 |
11955 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 2 |
Eugène Sue |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Rodolphe, is really the Grand Duke of Gerolstein (a fictional kingdom of Germany) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. He can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. He is at ease in all layers of society and so is able to understand their problems, and how the different social classes are linked. Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-paris-volume-2-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe really grand duke gerolstein a fictional kingdom germany disguised parisian worker speak argot extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind ease layers society able understand problems different social classes linked summary michele eaton |
| 11324 |
11273 |
11940 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 049 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include science and natural history--carnivorous plants, tadpoles, tent caterpillars, flights of birds, horse training, dogs, children's sign language, trees in winter, and night noises in the woods; philosophy--Roger Bacon and Nicholas of Cusa; satire and literary criticism--the movies as "stupies," bustles, and facetious plots for short stories by Dorothy Parker; also an appraisal of Conrad Aiken's poetry, and an intimate look at Abraham Lincoln's early life in Illinois. (Summary by Sue Anderson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-049-by-various/ |
sixteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include science natural history carnivorous plants tadpoles tent caterpillars flights birds horse training dogs children s sign language trees winter night noises woods philosophy roger bacon nicholas cusa satire literary criticism the movies stupies bustles facetious plots short stories dorothy parker also appraisal conrad aiken s poetry intimate look abraham lincoln s early life illinois summary sue anderson |
| 11325 |
11274 |
11941 |
Lover's Diary |
Gilbert Parker |
Single author |
A collection of 83 rather besotted love sonnets by Gilbert Parker, written early in his career, with an accompanying interesting and someone apologetic Introduction by the author himself. Sir Gilbert Parker, as he came to be known, went on to become politically active, as well as a great story-teller, prolific novelist, and mature poet, centering his stories in the area of Quebec, Canada. See more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Gilbert_Parker,_1st_Baronet( Michele Fry) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-lovers-diary-by-gilbert-parker/ |
collection 83 rather besotted love sonnets gilbert parker written early career accompanying interesting someone apologetic introduction author himself sir gilbert parker came known went become politically active well great story teller prolific novelist mature poet centering stories area quebec canada see https en wikipedia org wiki sir_gilbert_parker _1st_baronet michele fry |
| 11326 |
11275 |
11942 |
Note-Books of Samuel Butler |
Samuel Butler |
Essays & Short Works, Memoirs |
Early in his life Samuel Butler began to carry a note-book and to write down in it anything he wanted to remember; it might be something he heard some one say, more commonly it was something he said himself. In one of these notes he gives a reason for making them:<br></br>“One’s thoughts fly so fast that one must shoot them; it is no use trying to put salt on their tails.”<br></br>So he bagged as many as he could hit and preserved them, re-written on loose sheets of paper which constituted a sort of museum stored with the wise, beautiful, and strange creatures that were continually winging their way across the field of his vision. As he became a more expert marksman his collection increased and his museum grew so crowded that he wanted a catalogue. In 1874 he started an index, and this led to his reconsidering the notes, destroying those that he remembered having used in his published books and re-writing the remainder. The re-writing shortened some but it lengthened others and suggested so many new ones that the index was soon of little use and there seemed to be no finality about it. In 1891 he attached the problem afresh and made it a rule to spend an hour every morning re-editing his notes and keeping his index up to date. At his death, in 1902, he left five bound volumes, with the contents dated and indexed, about 225 pages of closely written sermon paper to each volume, and more than enough unbound and unindexed sheets to made a sixth volume of equal size. - Summary by Henry Festing Jones |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-note-books-of-samuel-butler-by-henry-festing-jones/ |
early life samuel butler began carry note book write anything wanted remember might something heard one say commonly something said himself one notes gives reason making them br br one s thoughts fly fast one must shoot them use trying put salt tails br br so bagged many could hit preserved them re written loose sheets paper constituted sort museum stored wise beautiful strange creatures continually winging way across field vision became expert marksman collection increased museum grew crowded wanted catalogue 1874 started index led reconsidering notes destroying remembered used published books re writing remainder re writing shortened lengthened others suggested many new ones index soon little use seemed finality it 1891 attached problem afresh made rule spend hour every morning re editing notes keeping index date death 1902 left five bound volumes contents dated indexed 225 pages closely written sermon paper volume enough unbound unindexed sheets made sixth volume equal size summary henry festing jones |
| 11327 |
11276 |
11944 |
Odyssey for Boys and Girls |
Alfred John Church |
Action & Adventure, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A retelling of the adventures of Ulysses, including his adventures both the Cyclops and Circe, as he journeys home to his home of Ithaca. The story then continues to include his quest to rejoin his wife and family of whom he has been separated from for twenty years. This is Homer's Odyssey for the younger set. (Summary by Ginny Blankenship) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-odyssey-for-boys-and-girls-by-alfred-john-church/ |
retelling adventures ulysses including adventures cyclops circe journeys home home ithaca story continues include quest rejoin wife family separated twenty years homer s odyssey younger set summary ginny blankenship |
| 11328 |
11277 |
11945 |
It Can Be Done |
Various |
Anthologies |
This book contains many poems of inspiration, joy and hope. Just the thing to encourage our spirits and strengthen our backbone when troubles seem too much. The purpose of this volume is to bring men courage and resolution, to cheer them, to fire them with new confidence when they grow dispirited, to strengthen their faith that THINGS CAN BE DONE. It is better for this purpose than the entire works of any one poet, for it takes the cream of many and has greater diversity than any one writer can show. Besides the poems themselves, the volume contains helps to their understanding and enjoyment. The pieces are introduced by short comments; these serve the same purpose as the strain played by the pianist before the singer begins to sing; they create a mood, give a point of view, throw light on the meaning of what follows. - Summary by Phil chenevert and the editors |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/it-can-be-done-by-various/ |
book contains many poems inspiration joy hope thing encourage spirits strengthen backbone troubles seem much purpose volume bring men courage resolution cheer them fire new confidence grow dispirited strengthen faith things done better purpose entire works one poet takes cream many greater diversity one writer show besides poems themselves volume contains helps understanding enjoyment pieces introduced short comments serve purpose strain played pianist singer begins sing create mood give point view throw light meaning follows summary phil chenevert editors |
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11278 |
11946 |
Red Cross Girls with Pershing to Victory |
Margaret Vandercook |
Action & Adventure |
This novel set in the time of WWI, is the 8th in a series of 10. The lives and adventures of these heroic young women change rapidly as they follow the American Army of Occupation out of Luxembourg and into the city of Coblenz after the defeat of the German Empire. Summary by Debbie R. Baker Robinson. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-cross-girls-with-pershing-to-victory-by-margaret-vandercook/ |
novel set time wwi 8th series 10 lives adventures heroic young women change rapidly follow american army occupation luxembourg city coblenz defeat german empire summary debbie r baker robinson |
| 11330 |
11286 |
11954 |
England and the Hundred Years' War |
Charles William Chadwick Oman |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
This little book by the British military historian, Charles Oman, begins with the accession of the warrior king, Edward III, to the English throne in 1327 and ends with the downfall of Richard III at Bosworth Field in 1485. By carrying the story of the Hundred Years' War through the Wars of the Roses, Oman portrays this era of battle and plague within the larger context of the dynastic struggles and civil wars which destabilized England and left France vulnerable to invasion and conquest. Summary by Pamela Nagami. |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/england-and-the-hundred-years-war-by-charles-william-chadwick-oman/ |
little book british military historian charles oman begins accession warrior king edward iii english throne 1327 ends downfall richard iii bosworth field 1485 carrying story hundred years war wars roses oman portrays era battle plague within larger context dynastic struggles civil wars destabilized england left france vulnerable invasion conquest summary pamela nagami |
| 11331 |
11279 |
11947 |
Stories of the Lifeboat |
Frank Mundell |
Modern (19th C) |
There's fury in the tempest,\nAnd there's madness in the waves;\nThe lightning snake coils round the foam,\nThe headlong thunder raves;\nYet a boat is on the waters,\nFilled with Britain's daring sons,\nWho pull like lions out to sea,\nAnd count the minute guns.\n(from The Boatmen of the Downs by Eliza Cook)\nRescue attempts to save the lives of stranded and imperilled sailors and seafarers have undoubtedly been occurring ever since the very first time that man sailed on a floating object away from the safety of the shore and out onto the wild and unpredictable seas of the world.\nIn Great Britain, it was not until the 1780s that the first proper lifeboat was designed and built which saw service at Bamborough in Northumberland. Through the efforts of private benefactors and voluntary subscriptions more lifeboats were commissioned and stationed at strategic points around the coast and in 1824 the forerunner of today’s Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) was established.\nThis book, Stories of the Lifeboat was one in a series of inspirational texts written by the Victorian author Frank Mundell for The Sunday School Union. The stories related here, highlight the heroic bravery and selfless courage of the lifeboat crews who were prepared to put their own lives on the line in the face of ferocious storms and atrocious weather conditions as they sought to rescue those in peril on the sea.\nOver time, the designs of the lifeboats improved and were made self-righting and included valves to drain away the water that cascaded into the boat. These boats, certainly in earlier times, were totally open to the elements and had to be rowed out to the ship in distress and it was only in later years that steam-powered engines were introduced.\nThese stories are based on actual incidents and rescues that were undertaken around various parts of the British coast and out in mid-ocean. Some were successful, whilst others ended tragically, sometimes for everyone concerned. But in each case it is hard not to be impressed by the unselfish acts of heroism detailed in these narratives.\n - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-lifeboat-by-frank-mundell/ |
there s fury tempest there s madness waves lightning snake coils round foam headlong thunder raves yet boat waters filled britain s daring sons pull like lions sea count minute guns from boatmen downs eliza cook rescue attempts save lives stranded imperilled sailors seafarers undoubtedly occurring ever since first time man sailed floating object away safety shore onto wild unpredictable seas world great britain 1780s first proper lifeboat designed built saw service bamborough northumberland efforts private benefactors voluntary subscriptions lifeboats commissioned stationed strategic points around coast 1824 forerunner today s royal national lifeboat institution rnli established book stories lifeboat one series inspirational texts written victorian author frank mundell sunday school union stories related here highlight heroic bravery selfless courage lifeboat crews prepared put lives line face ferocious storms atrocious weather conditions sought rescue peril sea time designs lifeboats improved made self righting included valves drain away water cascaded boat boats certainly earlier times totally open elements rowed ship distress later years steam powered engines introduced stories based actual incidents rescues undertaken around various parts british coast mid ocean successful whilst others ended tragically sometimes everyone concerned case hard impressed unselfish acts heroism detailed narratives summary steve c |
| 11332 |
11280 |
11948 |
Law and Medical Men |
Robert Vashon Rogers |
Law |
The idea that in the library of nearly every practitioner in the professions of both Physic and Law there has been for some time a small gap among the books, which could be filled by a little work like this now submitted, has induced the author to prepare and publish the following pages.\nWhile it is hoped that this little work will prove of use to the members of the Legal and Medical Professions, it is intended to be suggestive rather than exhaustive—a primer not an encyclopædia; and it is not expected that it will obviate the necessity for frequent conferences between physicians and lawyers whenever, in the practice of either, questions arise requiring the experience of the other.\nIn most cases the very words of the judges and reporters have been used, and if any expressions are noticed that may be deemed over strong it will be found that they are the words of others: the author’s aim has been rather to act as an humble compiler and citer of cases, than to obtrude opinions or theories of his own.\nBrief chapters on Dentists and Druggists have been given because of the intimate connection between these gentlemen and the members of the medical profession.\nWith great diffidence this book is committed to the tender mercies of the critics of these two learned professions—to those who can so effectually wield the pen, the tongue and the scalpel. - Summary by Robert Vashon Rogers - from the preface |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-law-and-medical-men-by-robert-vashon-rogers/ |
idea library nearly every prac ti tion er pro fes sions physic law time small gap among books could filled little work like submitted induced author prepare publish following pages hoped little work prove use members legal medical professions intended suggestive rather exhaustive a primer encyclopædia expected obviate necessity frequent conferences physicians lawyers whenever practice either questions arise requiring experience other cases words judges reporters used expressions noticed may deemed strong found words others author s aim rather act humble compiler citer cases obtrude opinions theories own brief chapters dentists druggists given intimate connection gentlemen members medical profession great diffidence book committed tender mercies critics two learned professions to effectually wield pen tongue scalpel summary robert vashon rogers preface |
| 11333 |
11281 |
11949 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. VIII, No 5, December 1900 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, stories and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and All Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br>\nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-viii-no-5-december-1900-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems stories brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
| 11334 |
11282 |
11950 |
Black Arrow |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
In the unsettled years of England's War of the Roses, where a man stood on the issue of kingship could make his fortune... or end his life. Dick Shelton, a nobly-born lad, is on the cusp of manhood, and he is thrust bodily into this stew where allegiances shift under one's feet. Circumstances cause him to fall in with a gentlemaiden in boy's disguise. Until he learns of the deception, Dick is unaware that the young lady is an heiress whom his guardian Sir Daniel had kidnapped. And the introduction of an outlaw with a penchant for putting black arrows into the bodies of the men who had wronged him affords Dick a worrying hint - that Sir Daniel might have been the man that had murdered Dick's father! - Summary by Mark F. Smith |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-arrow-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
unsettled years england s war roses man stood issue kingship could make fortune end life dick shelton nobly born lad cusp manhood thrust bodily stew allegiances shift one s feet circumstances cause fall gentlemaiden boy s disguise learns deception dick unaware young lady heiress guardian sir daniel kidnapped introduction outlaw penchant putting black arrows bodies men wronged affords dick worrying hint sir daniel might man murdered dick s father summary mark f smith |
| 11335 |
11283 |
11951 |
Prose Romances from the Oxford and Cambridge Magazine (1856) |
William Morris |
Fantastic Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
William Morris initiated the genre of high fantasy in a number of short novels written toward the end of his life. But he had already experimented with the genre much earlier in stories written for the Oxford and Cambridge Magazine, which he launched as a student at Oxford University in 1856. Published posthumously in book form, and reprinted as the eighth volume of the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library under the title Golden Wings and other Stories, these short stories make an entertaining collection that stands up well against Morris's mature work. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/prose-romances-from-the-oxford-and-cambridge-magazine-1856-by-william-morris/ |
william morris initiated genre high fantasy number short novels written toward end life already experimented genre much earlier stories written oxford cambridge magazine launched student oxford university 1856 published posthumously book form reprinted eighth volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library title golden wings stories short stories make entertaining collection stands well morris s mature work summary phil benson |
| 11336 |
11284 |
11952 |
Kind Moon |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ever wonder how the moon seems to follow you around through the sky? Sara Teasdale gives her version of this observation in this poem taken from her collection 'Helen of Troy, and Other Poems'. (David Lawrence) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-kind-moon-by-sara-teasdale/ |
ever wonder moon seems follow around sky sara teasdale gives version observation poem taken collection helen troy poems david lawrence |
| 11337 |
11285 |
11953 |
Submarine Boys for the Flag |
Victor G. Durham |
Children's Fiction |
It certainly has been an odd day for our Submarine Boys! First Jack Benson is asked by a German Professor to speak with him a hotel, then a French Chevalier wants to speak to Eph Somers. Both foreigners want the same thing, for the Submarine Boys to come work for their respective countries. But, as we will find out, our boys are as patriotic as they come! (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-for-the-flag-by-victor-g-durham/ |
certainly odd day submarine boys first jack benson asked german professor speak hotel french chevalier wants speak eph somers foreigners want thing submarine boys come work respective countries but find out boys patriotic come ann boulais |
| 11338 |
11288 |
11956 |
'Tilda Jane's Orphans |
Marshall Saunders |
Animals & Nature |
When the story of <i>'Tilda Jane</i> appeared serially in <i>The Youth's Companion</i> in 1901, the original manuscript was very much condensed. When the time for book publication arrived nearly all the omitted matter was restored. However, some incidents were still left out, and they have formed the beginning of a new story written to please the many boys and girls who have expressed a wish to know something more of the fortunes of the orphan and her dogs.<br><br>That the orphan's old friends will follow with interest, her often groping and stumbling, yet never-wearying steps along the path of uplift for human beings and dumb creatures, is the earnest hope of the author. (Marshall Saunders - from the Prefatory Note) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/tilda-janes-orphans-by-marshall-saunders/ |
story i tilda jane i appeared serially i the youth s companion i 1901 original manuscript much condensed time book publication arrived nearly omitted matter restored however incidents still left out formed beginning new story written please many boys girls expressed wish know something fortunes orphan dogs br br that orphan s old friends follow interest often groping stumbling yet never wearying steps along path uplift human beings dumb creatures earnest hope author marshall saunders prefatory note |
| 11339 |
11289 |
11957 |
Rana Viajera |
Julio Camba |
Humor, Political Science, Travel & Geography |
Julio Camba Andreu (1884 - 1962) fue un escritor y periodista español. Nació en una familia gallega de clase media. A los trece años, se escapa de casa y embarca como polizón en un barco a Argentina. En Buenos Aires se introduce en los círculos anarquistas y comienza a redactar proclamas y panfletos. A consecuencia de ello, en 1902 es expulsado de Argentina, junto a otros anarquistas extranjeros. De regreso en España en 1903, comienza a colaborar en El Diario de Pontevedra, pero rápidamente se instala en Madrid, en donde escribe sucesivamente en El Porvenir del Obrero, en su propio propio periódico El Rebelde, en El País y en España Nueva. \n<br /><br />\nSu vida como corresponsal en el extranjero comienza en 1908, cuando es enviado a Turquía por La Correspondencia de España. El Mundo le envió a sus corresponsalías en París, Londres y Berlín. En 1912 empieza a escribir en La Tribuna y desde 1913 empieza a colaborar con el diario monárquico ABC, donde escribió durante muchos años, con una interrupción escribiendo en El Sol. Sigue girando por varias corresponsalías. Durante la Guerra Civil sus crónicas (en las que expresaba sus simpatías por el bando franquista), se publican en el ABC de Sevilla. Mantuvo otra colaboración de dos años, entre 1951 y 1953, con Arriba. En este periódico comienza con la reelaboración de crónicas y artículos antiguos que se siguen publicando en ABC y La Vanguardia. En 1949 fija su residencia en el Hotel Palace de Madrid, hasta su muerte en 1962. \n<br /><br />\nLa rana viajera cuenta la vuelta de la rana Camba a España después de sus estancias como corresponsal durante ocho años en capitales como Londres, Berlin, Roma o Nueva York, es decir, cuando la rana torna a la charca. Ya no es la misma rana de antes de partir, es menos ingenua, algo más instruida, y hasta está provista de gafas. ¿Qué efecto le producirán las otras ranas a esta rana que está transformada de tal modo? ¿Cómo encontrará su charca la rana viajera, después de una ausencia de tantos años?\n<br /><br />\nCamba utiliza España como punto de referencia por ser español y no porque España le parezca la medida ideal de todos los valores. Y en su opinión, no sólo resultará que España no puede ser un modelo para las otras gentes, sino que no sirve apenas para los mismos españoles. La rana encontrará su charca muy poco confortable. - Summary by Basquetteur y la introducción del libro |
Spanish |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/la-rana-viajera-by-julio-camba/ |
julio camba andreu 1884 1962 fue un escritor periodista español nació en una familia gallega de clase media los trece años se escapa de casa embarca como polizón en un barco argentina en buenos aires se introduce en los círculos anarquistas comienza redactar proclamas panfletos consecuencia de ello en 1902 es expulsado de argentina junto otros anarquistas extranjeros de regreso en españa en 1903 comienza colaborar en el diario de pontevedra pero rápidamente se instala en madrid en donde escribe sucesivamente en el porvenir del obrero en su propio propio periódico el rebelde en el país en españa nueva br br su vida como corresponsal en el extranjero comienza en 1908 cuando es enviado turquía por la correspondencia de españa el mundo le envió sus corresponsalías en parís londres berlín en 1912 empieza escribir en la tribuna desde 1913 empieza colaborar con el diario monárquico abc donde escribió durante muchos años con una interrupción escribiendo en el sol sigue girando por varias corresponsalías durante la guerra civil sus crónicas en las que expresaba sus simpatías por el bando franquista se publican en el abc de sevilla mantuvo otra colaboración de dos años entre 1951 1953 con arriba en este periódico comienza con la reelaboración de crónicas artículos antiguos que se siguen publicando en abc la vanguardia en 1949 fija su residencia en el hotel palace de madrid hasta su muerte en 1962 br br la rana viajera cuenta la vuelta de la rana camba españa después de sus estancias como corresponsal durante ocho años en capitales como londres berlin roma nueva york es decir cuando la rana torna la charca ya es la misma rana de antes de partir es menos ingenua algo más instruida hasta está provista de gafas qué efecto le producirán las otras ranas esta rana que está transformada de tal modo cómo encontrará su charca la rana viajera después de una ausencia de tantos años br br camba utiliza españa como punto de referencia por ser español porque españa le parezca la medida ideal de todos los valores en su opinión sólo resultará que españa puede ser un modelo para las otras gentes sino que sirve apenas para los mismos españoles la rana encontrará su charca muy poco confortable summary basquetteur la introducción del libro |
| 11340 |
11290 |
11959 |
Wellington |
George Hooper |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852), was born in Dublin, the younger son of an Irish Protestant aristocrat. He served with his brother in India and rose to prominence during the Napoleonic Wars in the Peninsular Campaign. As a youth, his mother saw little promise in him, but Wellesley was an early riser and a hard worker, inured to the harsh life of the army camp, and conscientious in his knowledge of terrain and of defensive tactics. He famously commanded the allied forces at the final defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo, but the two men never actually met. Although a staunch conservative, as prime minister in 1829, he was persuaded by Robert Peel to approve the long-overdue Catholic Relief Act. The journalist, George Hooper, penned this lively little biography in 1889, when he wrote that there were still many people alive who could "cherish the recollection of the silver-haired veteran, wearing a blue coat and white waistcoat and trousers, riding or walking through the streets, or painfully listening with one hand to his best ear, in the House of Lords." (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/wellington-by-george-hooper/ |
arthur wellesley 1st duke wellington 1769 1852 born dublin younger son irish protestant aristocrat served brother india rose prominence napoleonic wars peninsular campaign youth mother saw little promise him wellesley early riser hard worker inured harsh life army camp conscientious knowledge terrain defensive tactics famously commanded allied forces final defeat napoleon waterloo two men never actually met although staunch conservative prime minister 1829 persuaded robert peel approve long overdue catholic relief act journalist george hooper penned lively little biography 1889 wrote still many people alive could cherish recollection silver haired veteran wearing blue coat white waistcoat trousers riding walking streets painfully listening one hand best ear house lords pamela nagami |
| 11341 |
11291 |
11960 |
Night Operator |
Frank L. Packard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A collection of ten railroad short stories: "And so these are the stories of the Hill Division and of the men who wrought upon it; the stories of those days when it was young and in the making; the stories of the days when Carleton, 'Royal' Carleton, was superintendent, when gruff, big-hearted, big-paunched Tommy Regan was master mechanic, when the grizzled, gray-streaked Harvey was division engineer, and little Doctor McTurk was the Company surgeon, and Riley was the trainmaster, and Spence was the chief despatcher; the stories of men who have done brave duty and come to honor and glory and their reward—and the stories of some who have gone into Division for the last time on orders from the Great Trainmaster, and who will never railroad any more." (Frank L. Packard) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-operator-by-frank-l-packard/ |
collection ten railroad short stories and stories hill division men wrought upon it stories days young making stories days carleton royal carleton superintendent gruff big hearted big paunched tommy regan master mechanic grizzled gray streaked harvey division engineer little doctor mcturk company surgeon riley trainmaster spence chief despatcher stories men done brave duty come honor glory reward and stories gone division last time orders great trainmaster never railroad more frank l packard |
| 11342 |
11292 |
11961 |
Book of Fairy-Tale Bears |
Clifton Johnson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Bears make an appearance in so many fairy tales and fables, it is difficult to imagine a fairy-tale world without them. However, in most of those fairy tales, the bear is just a side-character. In this volume, Clifton Johnson has collected 18 stories in which the bear takes a lead role. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-fairy-tale-bears-by-clifton-johnson/ |
bears make appearance many fairy tales fables difficult imagine fairy tale world without them however fairy tales bear side character volume clifton johnson collected 18 stories bear takes lead role summary carolin |
| 11343 |
11299 |
11968 |
Cambridge Book of Poetry for Children |
Kenneth Grahame |
Anthologies |
A collection of poems, many well-known or by famous writers for children, celebrating the joys of life for children and avoiding the all-too-common subject of death. Selected and edited by Kenneth Grahame. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-cambridge-book-of-poetry-for-children-by-kenneth-grahame/ |
collection poems many well known famous writers children celebrating joys life children avoiding all too common subject death selected edited kenneth grahame summary lynne thompson |
| 11344 |
11300 |
11969 |
River Wainsbeck |
William Lisle Bowles |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Lisle Bowles was an English priest, poet and critic.\nThe Wainsbeck is a sequestered river in Northumberland, having on its banks "Our Lady's Chapel," three-quarters of a mile west of Bothal. It has been commemorated by Akenside. |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-river-wainsbeck-by-william-lisle-bowles/ |
william lisle bowles english priest poet critic wainsbeck sequestered river northumberland banks our lady s chapel three quarters mile west bothal commemorated akenside |
| 11345 |
11301 |
11970 |
Year's Spinning |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning was one of the most prominent English poets of the Victorian era, popular in Britain and the United States during her lifetime. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-years-spinning-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
elizabeth barrett browning one prominent english poets victorian era popular britain united states lifetime summary wikipedia |
| 11346 |
11293 |
11962 |
Light Science for Leisure Hours |
Richard A. Proctor |
Science |
In preparing these Essays, my chief object has been to present scientific truths in a light and readable form—clearly and simply, but with an exact adherence to the facts as I see them. I have followed—here and always—the rule of trying to explain my meaning precisely as I should wish others to explain, to myself, matters with which I was unfamiliar. Hence I have avoided that excessive simplicity which some seem to consider absolutely essential in scientific essays intended for general perusal, but which is often even more perplexing than a too technical style. The chief rule I have followed, in order to make my descriptions clear, has been to endeavour to make each sentence bear one meaning, and one only. Speaking as a reader, and especially as a reader of scientific books, I venture to express an earnest wish that this simple rule were never infringed, even to meet the requirements of style.<br></br>It will hardly be necessary to mention that several of the shorter Essays are rather intended to amuse than to instruct. - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/light-science-for-leisure-hours-by-richard-a-proctor/ |
preparing essays chief object present scientific truths light readable form clearly simply exact adherence facts see them followed here always the rule trying explain meaning precisely wish others explain myself matters unfamiliar hence avoided excessive simplicity seem consider absolutely essential scientific essays intended general perusal often even perplexing technical style chief rule followed order make descriptions clear endeavour make sentence bear one meaning one only speaking reader especially reader scientific books venture express earnest wish simple rule never infringed even meet requirements style br br it hardly necessary mention several shorter essays rather intended amuse instruct summary preface |
| 11347 |
11294 |
11963 |
Sorcery Club |
Elliott O'Donnell |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Leon Hamar and his friends were out-of-work and starving in San Francisco after the firm they worked for went out of business. Leon acquired a strange book and some cash in a trade for his watch-chain, one of his last posessions. He hated books and had no intention of reading the thing, but of course did, and discovered that it told the tale of Atlantis and the society of sorcerers who inhabited it. It not only told the story, but also gave specific instructions for initiation into the black arts. The friends decided they had little to lose and perhaps much to gain, even survival, if they underwent the tests and initiation into the ancient Atlantean black arts. What followed was not, perhaps, what they expected. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-sorcery-club-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
leon hamar friends out of work starving san francisco firm worked went business leon acquired strange book cash trade watch chain one last posessions hated books intention reading thing course did discovered told tale atlantis society sorcerers inhabited it told story also gave specific instructions initiation black arts friends decided little lose perhaps much gain even survival underwent tests initiation ancient atlantean black arts followed not perhaps expected summary w jenkins |
| 11348 |
11295 |
11964 |
wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl, the Man who lost his Shadow |
Adelbert von Chamisso |
Fantastic Fiction |
Peter Schlemihl is an ordinary man until one day he bargains with the devil: He trades his shadow for a bottomless purse. While this sounds like a good idea at first, it turns out that having no shadow is considered to be so strange by society, that even unlimited wealth cannot repair such a fault.<br></br> The story of Peter Schlemihl is exceedingly well-known even today, but the original text is not so widely-read as it once was. This very accessible translation by F.H. Hedge may be a good introduction to modern listeners. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-history-of-peter-schlemihl-by-adelbert-von-chamisso/ |
peter schlemihl ordinary man one day bargains devil trades shadow bottomless purse sounds like good idea first turns shadow considered strange society even unlimited wealth cannot repair fault br br story peter schlemihl exceedingly well known even today original text widely read was accessible translation f h hedge may good introduction modern listeners summary carolin |
| 11349 |
11296 |
11965 |
Peter Simple |
Frederick Marryat |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Peter Simple, 'the fool of the family', son of a parson but heir presumptive to a title, goes to sea as midshipman during the Napoleonic wars. Naturally, at sea in this period is where adventures are just waiting for a lad like Peter, and so he does stumble from one into the next. Of particular note is also the colourful group of supporting characters he meets on board and on shore. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/peter-simple-by-frederick-marryat/ |
peter simple the fool family son parson heir presumptive title goes sea midshipman napoleonic wars naturally sea period adventures waiting lad like peter stumble one next particular note also colourful group supporting characters meets board shore summary carolin |
| 11350 |
11297 |
11966 |
Woman's War |
Warwick Deeping |
Published 1900 onward |
The fictional small English country town of Roxton boasts two doctors. This tale focuses on the struggles of their wives: Katherine and the "good" Dr. James Murchison and Betty and the "bad" Dr. Parker Steele. But, of course, no one is all good or all bad and there are hurdles to overcome, in this case in the form of alcoholism. The cost of the war between the two women is greater than either woman imagined. Deeping draws on his experiences as the son of a doctor in portraying some of the less pleasant facts of physiological reality, maybe more than in many other fictional works in this engrossing and heart-wrenching tale. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-womans-war-by-warwick-deeping/ |
fictional small english country town roxton boasts two doctors tale focuses struggles wives katherine good dr james murchison betty bad dr parker steele but course one good bad hurdles overcome case form alcoholism cost war two women greater either woman imagined deeping draws experiences son doctor portraying less pleasant facts physiological reality maybe many fictional works engrossing heart wrenching tale summary lynne thompson |
| 11351 |
11298 |
11967 |
Broken Shaft: Tales in Mid-Ocean |
Henry Norman |
Anthologies |
This special anthology, published in 1885, is formed of seven stories, together with an introductory chapter setting up a framing narrative by Henry Norman, which is returned to at the end of each subsequent tale. This connecting narrative concerns a group of travelers on a transatlantic crossing. When their ship, the Bavaria suffers a ‘broken shaft’, they are forced to remain becalmed mid-ocean, telling stories to pass the time. - Summary by Ann Boulais |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-broken-shaft-tales-in-mid-ocean-by-henry-norman/ |
special anthology published 1885 formed seven stories together introductory chapter setting framing narrative henry norman returned end subsequent tale connecting narrative concerns group travelers transatlantic crossing ship bavaria suffers broken shaft forced remain becalmed mid ocean telling stories pass time summary ann boulais |
| 11352 |
11303 |
11972 |
First World War Centenary Prose Collection Vol. III |
Various |
War & Military Fiction, War & Military |
This collection of non-fiction and fiction pieces is the third volume commemorating the First World War. The majority of the items, all chosen by the readers, are in English, but the collection also includes pieces in Dutch, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.<br><br>\n\nPlease note that some works are still protected by copyright in countries which observe copyright laws based on the author's date of death.<br><br>\n\nMost items were written during or shortly after the war, but one or two have been included for their relevance in other ways. For more information about each piece, please see <a href="https://archive.org/download/ww1prose3_1811_librivox/ww1prosevol3.pdf" target="_blank">this document</a> (PDF format), which also shows the authors' dates of death. (Summary by Ruth Golding)<br><br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ww1-prose-vol-iii/ |
collection non fiction fiction pieces third volume commemorating first world war majority items chosen readers english collection also includes pieces dutch french german italian portuguese br br please note works still protected copyright countries observe copyright laws based author s date death br br items written shortly war one two included relevance ways information piece please see a href https archive org download ww1prose3_1811_librivox ww1prosevol3 pdf target _blank this document a pdf format also shows authors dates death summary ruth golding br br |
| 11353 |
11304 |
11973 |
Book of the Dead |
E. A. Wallis Budge |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Other religions |
The Egyptian Book of the Dead, or the Book of Coming Forth by Day, is an Ancient Egyptian funerary text consisting of spells to protect the soul on its journey to Duat, or Afterlife.</p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-dead-by-e-a-wallis-budge/ |
egyptian book dead book coming forth day ancient egyptian funerary text consisting spells protect soul journey duat afterlife p |
| 11354 |
11305 |
11974 |
Μενέξενος |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
ο Μενέξενος\nθαυμάσιον σατυρικόν κομψοτέχνημα του Πλάτωνος — μία ειρωνική\nσάτυρα και σατυρική ειρωνεία κατά των ρητόρων εκείνης της\nεποχής και γενικώτερα κατά της ρητορείας μέσα εις την οποίαν\nεκολυμβούσαν τότε οι Αθηναίοι όλοι, μορφωμένοι και αμόρφωτοι,\nπολιτικοί και λαός. Εις την ακμήν της εποχής αυτής των λόγων είχεν επιστρέψει το\n389 ο Πλάτων εις τας Αθήνας, ξενιτεμμένος πριν δέκα χρόνους,\nαφ' όταν δηλαδή έφυγεν από τας Αθήνας αγανακτημένος και\nθλιμμένος διά τον τραγικόν θάνατον του Σωκράτη. Και βλέποντας\nτώρα ταθηναϊκά πράγματα με την ώριμον, ποικίλην δε σοφίαν του\nκαι με την γενικήν, πολύτροπον δε πείραν του αισθάνθη\nαγανάκτησιν και παρωξύνθη εις επίκρισιν. Έπειτα — και τούτο\nείναι πάντοτε ιδιάζουσα ροπή των υπερόχων — η αγανάκτησις\nεξετυλίχθη εις ειρωνείαν καλλιτεχνικήν και λεπτοτάτην. Αργότερα\nη μεγάλη και υψηλή δημιουργικότης του εφανερώθηκεν ακέραια εις\nτην φιλοσοφίαν και εις την καθολικήν σκέψιν με τον αυτόν\nδιαλογικόν τύπον, αλλά ποιητικώτερα και με ολιγώτερον\nσυζητητικόν τρόπονΗ ονομασία του διαλόγου — όπως συνήθως έγινε διά τους\nπερισσοτέρους Πλατωνικούς διαλόγους — εδόθη από τον συνομιλητήν\nτου Σωκράτους Μενεξένου, που υπήρξεν ένας των νεωτέρων μαθητών\nτου Σωκράτη, νέος από ευγενικήν οικογένειαν και ωραίος,\nεξάδελφος του Κτησίππου του Παιονέως. Ο λαμπρός και ωραίος\nεπίσης Κτήσιππος φαίνεται να επρωτοδίδαξε τον Μενέξενον την\nσοφιστικήν τέχνην, εις την οποίαν και διεκρίθη. - Summary by ZERVOS IOANNIS |
Greek |
0 |
https://librivox.org/menexenus-by-plato-2/ |
ο μενέξενος θαυμάσιον σατυρικόν κομψοτέχνημα του πλάτωνος μία ειρωνική σάτυρα και σατυρική ειρωνεία κατά των ρητόρων εκείνης της εποχής και γενικώτερα κατά της ρητορείας μέσα εις την οποίαν εκολυμβούσαν τότε οι αθηναίοι όλοι μορφωμένοι και αμόρφωτοι πολιτικοί και λαός εις την ακμήν της εποχής αυτής των λόγων είχεν επιστρέψει το 389 ο πλάτων εις τας αθήνας ξενιτεμμένος πριν δέκα χρόνους αφ όταν δηλαδή έφυγεν από τας αθήνας αγανακτημένος και θλιμμένος διά τον τραγικόν θάνατον του σωκράτη και βλέποντας τώρα ταθηναϊκά πράγματα με την ώριμον ποικίλην δε σοφίαν του και με την γενικήν πολύτροπον δε πείραν του αισθάνθη αγανάκτησιν και παρωξύνθη εις επίκρισιν έπειτα και τούτο είναι πάντοτε ιδιάζουσα ροπή των υπερόχων η αγανάκτησις εξετυλίχθη εις ειρωνείαν καλλιτεχνικήν και λεπτοτάτην αργότερα η μεγάλη και υψηλή δημιουργικότης του εφανερώθηκεν ακέραια εις την φιλοσοφίαν και εις την καθολικήν σκέψιν με τον αυτόν διαλογικόν τύπον αλλά ποιητικώτερα και με ολιγώτερον συζητητικόν τρόπονη ονομασία του διαλόγου όπως συνήθως έγινε διά τους περισσοτέρους πλατωνικούς διαλόγους εδόθη από τον συνομιλητήν του σωκράτους μενεξένου που υπήρξεν ένας των νεωτέρων μαθητών του σωκράτη νέος από ευγενικήν οικογένειαν και ωραίος εξάδελφος του κτησίππου του παιονέως ο λαμπρός και ωραίος επίσης κτήσιππος φαίνεται να επρωτοδίδαξε τον μενέξενον την σοφιστικήν τέχνην εις την οποίαν και διεκρίθη summary zervos ioannis |
| 11355 |
11306 |
11975 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 08: 2 Corintios |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Esta segunda carta de Pablo a los Corintios es intensamente personal; el apóstol Pablo revela sus sentimientos y emociones, sus ambiciones y su amor por la iglesia. Pablo explica detalladamente su carrera y habla de algunas de las pruebas que él soporta en el servicio del Señor Jesucristo, incluyendo un aguijón en la carne para mantenerlo humilde. Habla sobre la necesidad de hacer una colecta para los cristianos necesitados en Jerusalén y enfatiza el gozo de dar generosamente. Finalmente, Pablo defiende la validez de su ministerio apostólico y el llamado de Dios.\nLos temas principales son: <br />\n-La bondad de Dios es más poderosa que el mal de Satanás.<br />\n-Tener la habilidad de dar para la obra del Señor es un privilegio y una gran bendición en si misma. <br />\n-Nos advierte que no todos los maestros religiosos son del Señor, y no todos ellos tienen nuestros mejores intereses en mente.<br />\n-Nos dice que es bueno alardear sobre el Señor Jesús y lo que Él ha hecho.\n<br />\n=====================\n<br />\nThis second letter of Paul to the Corinthians is intensely personal; The apostle Paul reveals his feelings and emotions, his ambitions and his love for the church. Paul explains his career in detail and speaks of some of the trials he endures in the service of the Lord Jesus Christ, including a thorn in the flesh to keep him humble. He talks about the need to make a collection for the needy Christians in Jerusalem and emphasizes the joy of giving generously. Finally, Paul defends the validity of his apostolic ministry and the call of God.\nThe main topics are:<br />\n-The goodness of God is more powerful than the evil of Satan.<br />\n-Having the ability to give for the work of the Lord is a privilege and a great blessing in itself.<br />\n-He warns us that not all religious teachers are from the Lord, and not all of them have our best interests in mind.<br />\n-He tells us that it is good to brag about the Lord Jesus and what He has done.<br />\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-08-2-corintios-by-reina-valera/ |
esta segunda carta de pablo los corintios es intensamente personal el apóstol pablo revela sus sentimientos emociones sus ambiciones su amor por la iglesia pablo explica detalladamente su carrera habla de algunas de las pruebas que él soporta en el servicio del señor jesucristo incluyendo un aguijón en la carne para mantenerlo humilde habla sobre la necesidad de hacer una colecta para los cristianos necesitados en jerusalén enfatiza el gozo de dar generosamente finalmente pablo defiende la validez de su ministerio apostólico el llamado de dios los temas principales son br la bondad de dios es más poderosa que el mal de satanás br tener la habilidad de dar para la obra del señor es un privilegio una gran bendición en si misma br nos advierte que todos los maestros religiosos son del señor todos ellos tienen nuestros mejores intereses en mente br nos dice que es bueno alardear sobre el señor jesús lo que él ha hecho br br second letter paul corinthians intensely personal apostle paul reveals feelings emotions ambitions love church paul explains career detail speaks trials endures service lord jesus christ including thorn flesh keep humble talks need make collection needy christians jerusalem emphasizes joy giving generously finally paul defends validity apostolic ministry call god main topics are br the goodness god powerful evil satan br having ability give work lord privilege great blessing itself br he warns us religious teachers lord best interests mind br he tells us good brag lord jesus done br summary claudia barrett |
| 11356 |
11307 |
11976 |
Fairy Changeling and Other Poems |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Dora Sigerson Shorter. As much of her other poetry, this volume also succeeds in connecting a modern style of poetry with deep emotion and themes of Irish mythology. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-changeling-and-other-poems-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
volume poetry dora sigerson shorter much poetry volume also succeeds connecting modern style poetry deep emotion themes irish mythology summary carolin |
| 11357 |
11308 |
11977 |
London Lyrics |
Frederick Locker-Lampson |
Poetry |
London is one of the most interesting cities in the world, and is inspiring poets until today. This particular volume on the charms of that metropolis is written by native Londoner Frederick Locker-Lampson, originally published in 1857. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/london-lyrics-by-frederick-locker-lampson/ |
london one interesting cities world inspiring poets today particular volume charms metropolis written native londoner frederick locker lampson originally published 1857 summary carolin |
| 11358 |
11309 |
11978 |
Poems and Ballads |
Heinrich Heine |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Heinrich Heine, translated by Emma Lazarus. The poetry of Heinrich Heine is still widely read today within Germany, and this fine translation by Emma Lazarus has added to a greater readership in English-speaking countries at the time it was published (1881). - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/poems-and-ballads-by-heinrich-heine/ |
volume poetry heinrich heine translated emma lazarus poetry heinrich heine still widely read today within germany fine translation emma lazarus added greater readership english speaking countries time published 1881 summary carolin |
| 11359 |
11310 |
11979 |
Seeing Darkly |
John Sparhawk Jones |
Christianity - Other |
A short series of Christian sermons covering a range of topics, with the common thread throughout being the relationship between what we do know, what we may know, and what we cannot yet know about our lives, our world, and our faith. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/seeing-darkly-by-john-sparhawk-jones/ |
short series christian sermons covering range topics common thread throughout relationship know may know cannot yet know lives world faith summary devorah allen |
| 11360 |
11311 |
11980 |
Old Curiosity Shop (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Nell and her elderly grandfather must flee from home after losing their shop and home to the evil Mr. Quilp. Her good-for-nothing brother, convinced that his grandfather is hoarding a great fortune intended for Nell, joins forces with Quilp to hunt them down, so that he can marry her off to his easily-led friend Nick and share in the fortune. Can Nell elude this fate? The first three chapters are told from the point of view of Master Humphrey, of Dickens' other work, "Master Humphrey's Clock." ( Brad "Hamlet" Filippone) |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-curiosity-shop-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
nell elderly grandfather must flee home losing shop home evil mr quilp good for nothing brother convinced grandfather hoarding great fortune intended nell joins forces quilp hunt down marry easily led friend nick share fortune nell elude fate first three chapters told point view master humphrey dickens work master humphrey s clock brad hamlet filippone |
| 11361 |
11312 |
11981 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 059 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-059-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
| 11362 |
11313 |
11982 |
Transfiguration of Miss Philura |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Published 1900 onward |
What would happen if someone really believed that "Ask and you shall receive"? Amusing observations on the impact on the life of mild-mannered spinster Miss Philura and her acquaintances in their small American township after she attends a rousing lecture. -- anneflebari<br /><br />\nBooks in the series:<br />\n1 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-transfiguration-of-miss-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Transfiguration of Miss Philura</a> <br />\n2 - <a href="https://librivox.org/miss-philuras-wedding-gown-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Miss Philura's Wedding Gown</a> <br />\n3 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Heart of Philura</a> <br />\n4 - <a href="https://librivox.org/neighbors-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Neighbors</a> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-transfiguration-of-miss-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
would happen someone really believed ask shall receive amusing observations impact life mild mannered spinster miss philura acquaintances small american township attends rousing lecture anneflebari br br books series br 1 a href https librivox org the transfiguration of miss philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the transfiguration miss philura a br 2 a href https librivox org miss philuras wedding gown by florence morse kingsley target _blank miss philura s wedding gown a br 3 a href https librivox org the heart of philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the heart philura a br 4 a href https librivox org neighbors by florence morse kingsley target _blank neighbors a |
| 11363 |
11314 |
11983 |
Stories by Foreign Authors - Spanish |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of 5 short stories, written by Spanish authors and translated into English. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-foreign-authors-spanish-by-various/ |
collection 5 short stories written spanish authors translated english summary lynne thompson |
| 11364 |
11315 |
11984 |
Story of Napoleon |
Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall |
Children's Non-fiction, History |
This book gives an exciting account of Napoleon's rise to power. It opens with his humble beginning on the island of Corsica and ultimately emperor of over half of Europe. This book focuses on his victorious military campaigns, his disastrous Russian campaign, his exile to the island of Elba, his final loss at Waterloo, and his last days on the lonely island of St. Helena. Summary by pjcsaville. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-napoleon-by-henrietta-elizabeth-marshall/ |
book gives exciting account napoleon s rise power opens humble beginning island corsica ultimately emperor half europe book focuses victorious military campaigns disastrous russian campaign exile island elba final loss waterloo last days lonely island st helena summary pjcsaville |
| 11365 |
11316 |
11985 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 7: Great Women |
John Lord |
History |
Book Seven of the series focuses on the women of history and includes George Eliot, Joan of Arc and Madame Recamier. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-7-great-women-by-john-lord/ |
book seven series focuses women history includes george eliot joan arc madame recamier summary khand |
| 11366 |
11317 |
11986 |
Devlin the Barber |
B. L. Farjeon |
General Fiction |
The stabbing death of a beautiful young woman in a London park at night and the disappearance of her sister; a shocked and heartbroken young suitor; a terrified landlady and her simple husband; a recently unemployed man, the narrator, who is requested to investigate the crime; and the mysterious title character who, as his name suggests, has a devilishness about him in his psychic ability to read minds and to perform other supernatural acts. These are some of the individuals in this inventive, absorbing mystery by the prolific and popular British author, B. L. Farjeon. There are really two mysteries here: the murder and the strange – person? – known as Devlin. ( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/devlin-the-barber-by-b-l-farjeon/ |
stabbing death beautiful young woman london park night disappearance sister shocked heartbroken young suitor terrified landlady simple husband recently unemployed man narrator requested investigate crime mysterious title character who name suggests devilishness psychic ability read minds perform supernatural acts individuals inventive absorbing mystery prolific popular british author b l farjeon really two mysteries here murder strange person known devlin lee smalley |
| 11367 |
11326 |
11995 |
Four and Twenty Fairy Tales |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of French fairy tales by different famous authors. Included in this collection are such famous tales as Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella, but also tales which are now not as well-known but closely connected and certainly of interest to anyone enjoying fairy tales of that description. The translation is well made by James Planché (1858), a connoisseur of historical costume, which to this day plays a big role in fairy tales. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/four-and-twenty-fairy-tales-by-various/ |
collection french fairy tales different famous authors included collection famous tales sleeping beauty cinderella also tales well known closely connected certainly interest anyone enjoying fairy tales description translation well made james planché 1858 connoisseur historical costume day plays big role fairy tales summary carolin |
| 11368 |
11318 |
11987 |
Problems of Philosophy (version 2) |
Bertrand Russell |
Modern |
This 1912 book remains among the most widely-used and well-written introductions to philosophy in English. It was aimed to be an accessible introduction to philosophy for the average shopkeeper in England in 1912. Despite its accessibility It has engaged scholarly philosophical commentators on a range of issues raised in the work. Above all it conveys in easy and witty manner the philosophical frame of mind to those that have never encountered it before. It was almost immediately, and remains today, a classic. <i>This recording is dedicated to Jill Evans, Esq.</i> (Landon D. C. Elkind) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-problems-of-philosophy-by-bertrand-russell-2/ |
1912 book remains among widely used well written introductions philosophy english aimed accessible introduction philosophy average shopkeeper england 1912 despite accessibility engaged scholarly philosophical commentators range issues raised work conveys easy witty manner philosophical frame mind never encountered before almost immediately remains today classic i this recording dedicated jill evans esq i landon d c elkind |
| 11369 |
11319 |
11988 |
Sun Shadows |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. This Weekly Poem is taken from her collection, Poems of Sentiment (1919) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/sun-shadows-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion weekly poem taken collection poems sentiment 1919 |
| 11370 |
11320 |
11989 |
Democracy of the Constitution, and other Addresses and Essays |
Henry Cabot Lodge |
History , Political Science |
Henry Cabot Lodge was a popular American Senator from Massachusetts. He did not only make a name for himself as a politician, but also as an essayist, combining his personal experience as Senator with a study of the philosophical and historical background of this profession. The essays in this volume concern the American model of democracy in particular. Published in 1915, the essays contained herein also reflect the rapid changes brought about by World War I, which will interest a wide readership. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-democracy-of-the-constitution-and-other-addresses-and-essays-by-henry-cabot-lodge/ |
henry cabot lodge popular american senator massachusetts make name politician also essayist combining personal experience senator study philosophical historical background profession essays volume concern american model democracy particular published 1915 essays contained herein also reflect rapid changes brought world war i interest wide readership summary carolin |
| 11371 |
11321 |
11990 |
Gedichte |
Georg Trakl |
Poetry |
Georg Trakl war ein viel zu früh verstorbener Österreichischer Dichter des Expressionismus. Dieser Gedichtband erhält 50 seiner Gedichte, unter anderem <i>De Profundis, Verklärter Herbst,</i> und <i>In den Nachmittag Geflüstert.</i> Allen Gedichten in diesem Band ist eine außergewöhnliche Farbenpracht gemein, und eine schwere, dunkle Stimmung und Atmosphäre. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/gedichte-by-georg-trakl/ |
georg trakl war ein viel zu früh verstorbener österreichischer dichter des expressionismus dieser gedichtband erhält 50 seiner gedichte unter anderem i de profundis verklärter herbst i und i in den nachmittag geflüstert i allen gedichten diesem band ist eine außergewöhnliche farbenpracht gemein und eine schwere dunkle stimmung und atmosphäre summary carolin |
| 11372 |
11322 |
11991 |
Persuasión |
Jane Austen |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Una de las novelas famosas de Jane Austen. - Summary by kathrinee |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/persuasion-by-jane-austen-5/ |
una de las novelas famosas de jane austen summary kathrinee |
| 11373 |
11323 |
11992 |
Happy Prince and Other Tales (version 5) |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Oscar Wilde said of his story The Happy Prince that it was "an attempt to treat a tragic modern problem in a form that aims at delicacy and imaginative treatment; it is a reaction against the purely imitative character of modern art.” His Fairy Tales then were only partly written for children and as he said, "partly for those who have kept the childlike faculties of wonder and joy, and who find in simplicity a subtle strangeness".<br><br>In The Happy Prince and The Nightingale and the Rose, Wilde explores love and self sacrifice. The Selfish Giant will not let the children in his garden but repents and is redeemed. The Miller in the Devoted Friend is not only selfish but an egotistical hypocrite. The Remarkable Rocket is also a tale about egotism and conceit. (Summary by Noel Badrian) |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-happy-prince-and-other-tales-version-5-by-oscar-wilde/ |
oscar wilde said story happy prince an attempt treat tragic modern problem form aims delicacy imaginative treatment reaction purely imitative character modern art fairy tales partly written children said partly kept childlike faculties wonder joy find simplicity subtle strangeness br br in happy prince nightingale rose wilde explores love self sacrifice selfish giant let children garden repents redeemed miller devoted friend selfish egotistical hypocrite remarkable rocket also tale egotism conceit summary noel badrian |
| 11374 |
11324 |
11993 |
Peter Pan (version 4) |
J. M. Barrie |
Action & Adventure |
Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up, steals Wendy and her brothers away to a magical world called the Neverland. They come face to face with a fairy named Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, savages, pirates, mermaids, a crocodile that ticks, and Peter's nemesis--Captain Hook! The book is filled with excitement, and wonder, and teaches that with happy thoughts, and a little help of pixy dust, you can fly! Peter Pan inspires children everywhere to believe! (Summary by pjcsaville) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/peter-pan-version-4-by-j-m-barrie/ |
peter pan boy grow up steals wendy brothers away magical world called neverland come face face fairy named tinker bell lost boys savages pirates mermaids crocodile ticks peter s nemesis captain hook book filled excitement wonder teaches happy thoughts little help pixy dust fly peter pan inspires children everywhere believe summary pjcsaville |
| 11375 |
11325 |
11994 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 02. February 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the February Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>Crater Lake, Oregon, by J. S. Diller</li>\n<li>The Utilization of the Vacant Public Lands, by Emory F. Best</li>\n<li>The Mazamas, by J. S. Diller</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature, Serials and Miscellanea</li>\n<li>The National Geographic Society: Supplementary synopsis of a course of lectures on the effects of geographic environment in developing the civilization of the world</li></ul><br/> \n<br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-02-february-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly february number br br includes following articles br br ul li crater lake oregon j s diller li li the utilization vacant public lands emory f best li li the mazamas j s diller li li geographic literature serials miscellanea li li the national geographic society supplementary synopsis course lectures effects geographic environment developing civilization world li ul br br |
| 11376 |
11327 |
11996 |
Miss Philura's Wedding Gown |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Published 1900 onward |
Follow-up to "The Transfiguration of Miss Philura"....will the conviction of mild-mannered Miss Philura that "Ask and you have already received" be proved right or will her hopes be dashed, and the disapproving judgement of her fellow parishioners and neighbours be vindicated instead? Witty and gently critical observations on life in a small American township, particulary its female population, and the stirrings of change at the turn of the century. Summary by Anne F.<br /><br />\nBooks in the series:<br />\n1 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-transfiguration-of-miss-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Transfiguration of Miss Philura</a> <br />\n2 - <a href="https://librivox.org/miss-philuras-wedding-gown-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Miss Philura's Wedding Gown</a> <br />\n3 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Heart of Philura</a> <br />\n4 - <a href="https://librivox.org/neighbors-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Neighbors</a> |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/miss-philuras-wedding-gown-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
follow up the transfiguration miss philura will conviction mild mannered miss philura ask already received proved right hopes dashed disapproving judgement fellow parishioners neighbours vindicated instead witty gently critical observations life small american township particulary female population stirrings change turn century summary anne f br br books series br 1 a href https librivox org the transfiguration of miss philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the transfiguration miss philura a br 2 a href https librivox org miss philuras wedding gown by florence morse kingsley target _blank miss philura s wedding gown a br 3 a href https librivox org the heart of philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the heart philura a br 4 a href https librivox org neighbors by florence morse kingsley target _blank neighbors a |
| 11377 |
11328 |
11997 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. IX, No 1, January 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." \n<br><br>\nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-ix-no-1-january-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
| 11378 |
11329 |
11998 |
White Wolf and Other Fireside Tales |
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This lively collection of stories by Q, aka the imaginative and prolific man of letters Arthur Quiller-Couch, includes tales of mystery, horror, and adventure. Beware. There will be ghosts, pirates, scholars, death, taxes, at least one princess, and a ship named the White Wolf. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-wolf-and-other-fireside-tales-by-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch/ |
lively collection stories q aka imaginative prolific man letters arthur quiller couch includes tales mystery horror adventure beware ghosts pirates scholars death taxes least one princess ship named white wolf summary a gramour |
| 11379 |
11330 |
11999 |
Elementary Study of Insects |
Leonard Haseman |
Science |
An overview of notable insect groups intended for the young reader. Focus is on economically important insects. (Summary by Jeffery Smith)</p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/an-elementary-study-of-insects-by-leonard-haseman/ |
overview notable insect groups intended young reader focus economically important insects summary jeffery smith p |
| 11380 |
11331 |
12000 |
Orpheus in Mayfair and Other Stories and Sketches |
Maurice Baring |
Single Author Collections |
In this urbane collection of short stories by Maurice Baring, characters ranging from legendary figures to schoolboys find themselves in step or out of sorts, where they are meant to be or warned not to go, out of luck or, more often than not, in it. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/orpheus-in-mayfair-and-other-stories-and-sketches-by-maurice-baring/ |
urbane collection short stories maurice baring characters ranging legendary figures schoolboys find step sorts meant warned go luck or often not it summary a gramour |
| 11381 |
11332 |
12001 |
3 Science Fiction Stories by Frank Herbert |
Frank Herbert |
Science Fiction |
As the title indicates, here are three SF stories by Frank Herbert, Missing LInk, originaly purlished in Astounding SF, 1959; Operation Haystack, also published in Astounding SF 1959; and Old Rambling House, published in Galaxy SF 1958. - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/3-science-fiction-stories-by-frank-herbert-by-frank-herbert/ |
title indicates three sf stories frank herbert missing link originaly purlished astounding sf 1959 operation haystack also published astounding sf 1959 old rambling house published galaxy sf 1958 summary phil chenevert |
| 11382 |
11333 |
12002 |
Novelas y Cuentos |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
¡Qué puedo decir sobre los cuentos de Poe que no se sepa ya! Reconocido mundialmente como maestro del relato corto y cuentos de terror, esta recopilación reúne parte de sus mejores relatos. - Summary by Montse González |
Spanish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/novelas-y-cuentos-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
qué puedo decir sobre los cuentos de poe que se sepa ya reconocido mundialmente como maestro del relato corto cuentos de terror esta recopilación reúne parte de sus mejores relatos summary montse gonzález |
| 11383 |
11340 |
12009 |
Treasure |
Kathleen Norris |
Published 1900 onward |
\nThe Treasure is a story about the Salisbury Family and the trivialities of employing help for the household. Mrs. and Mr. Salisbury see the work of a maid rather differently, especially depending on the level of education. Justine, the latest hired help, is a graduate of the American School of Domestic Science. She has Mrs. Salisbury questioning her ideas of what a maid should be, and considering the more modern approaches that her husband and daughter, Alexandra, seem to embrace. (summary by Kristen Trotter) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-treasure-by-kathleen-norris/ |
treasure story salisbury family trivialities employing help household mrs mr salisbury see work maid rather differently especially depending level education justine latest hired help graduate american school domestic science mrs salisbury questioning ideas maid be considering modern approaches husband daughter alexandra seem embrace summary kristen trotter |
| 11384 |
12108 |
12803 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 031 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-031/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder |
| 11385 |
11334 |
12003 |
Ruhtinas |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Medieval |
Ruhtinas on erään Firenzeläisen valtiosihteerin, Niccolo Machiavellin, ohjekirja ruhtinaille, jotka haluavat säilyttää tai lisätä ruhtinaskuntainsa valtaa. Se on kirjoitettu renessansin ajan Italiassa, jolloin koko maa oli jakautunut pieniin, toisiansa nokitteleviin kaupunkivaltioihin ja se on omistettu sille ruhtinaalle, jota Machiavelli toivoo koko kansan yhdistäjäksi. Ruhtinas on yksi maailman luetuimmista ja arvostetuimmista kirjallisista teoksista. Vai pitäisikö sanoa epäarvostetuimmista, sillä se oli pitkään Indexissä, eli Kirkon kiellettyjen kirjojen listalla ja herättänyt lukijoissa läpi historian paljon kauhistelua ja pelon sekasita kunnioitusta. Sitä pidetään reaalipolitiikan peruskirjana, jossa Machiavelli kertoo suoraan miten asiat ovat, ei miten niiden pitäisi olla. Monet ovat löytäneet Machiavellin ohjeet hyödyllisiksi myös nykyajan arki- ja liike-elämässä. - Summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi |
Finnish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/ruhtinas-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
ruhtinas erään firenzeläisen valtiosihteerin niccolo machiavellin ohjekirja ruhtinaille jotka haluavat säilyttää tai lisätä ruhtinaskuntainsa valtaa se kirjoitettu renessansin ajan italiassa jolloin koko maa oli jakautunut pieniin toisiansa nokitteleviin kaupunkivaltioihin ja se omistettu sille ruhtinaalle jota machiavelli toivoo koko kansan yhdistäjäksi ruhtinas yksi maailman luetuimmista ja arvostetuimmista kirjallisista teoksista vai pitäisikö sanoa epäarvostetuimmista sillä se oli pitkään indexissä eli kirkon kiellettyjen kirjojen listalla ja herättänyt lukijoissa läpi historian paljon kauhistelua ja pelon sekasita kunnioitusta sitä pidetään reaalipolitiikan peruskirjana jossa machiavelli kertoo suoraan miten asiat ovat ei miten niiden pitäisi olla monet ovat löytäneet machiavellin ohjeet hyödyllisiksi myös nykyajan arki ja liike elämässä summary harri tapani ylilammi |
| 11386 |
11335 |
12004 |
Talks About Flowers |
Mary Decker Wellcome |
Nature, Gardening |
To all Flower Lovers who may read these pages, we come with kindly greetings. To you we dedicate our Work. Encouraged by the many testimonials of favor with which our Flower Sketches have been received, which have appeared in the Boston Journal, Portland Transcript, and the leading Floricultural journals, we were induced to prepare this volume,..As it is, we are sure that we have given you a great amount of valuable information, and just such as amateurs need, respecting the habits and requirements of those flowers which are best adapted for general cultivation, and in a form specially new and attractive, combining the history and literature of flowers, with description and mode of culture. - Summary by Mrs. Mary D. Wellcome |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/talks-about-flowers-by-mary-decker-wellcome/ |
flower lovers may read pages come kindly greetings dedicate work encouraged many testimonials favor flower sketches received appeared boston journal portland transcript leading floricultural journals induced prepare volume as is sure given great amount valuable information amateurs need respecting habits requirements flowers best adapted general cultivation form specially new attractive combining history literature flowers description mode culture summary mrs mary d wellcome |
| 11387 |
11336 |
12005 |
Leonora |
Arnold Bennett |
Historical Fiction |
<br />Leonora Stanway is 40 and lives a comfortable middle-class life with her unsympathetic and dull husband, John. Her three daughters are rapidly growing up and away and she regrets that her life has become dull, domesticated and meaningless. Arthur Twemlow, the son of John’s former business partner, blows into Leonora’s life and that of her family. Meanwhile, old Uncle Meshach has re-written his will . . . . - Summary by Simon Evers<p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/leonora-by-arnold-bennett/ |
br leonora stanway 40 lives comfortable middle class life unsympathetic dull husband john three daughters rapidly growing away regrets life become dull domesticated meaningless arthur twemlow son john s former business partner blows leonora s life family meanwhile old uncle meshach re written summary simon evers p |
| 11388 |
11337 |
12006 |
Wonder Garden |
Frances Jenkins Olcott |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Here are 150 nature myths and short stories from all parts of the World. They are the kind that children delight in -- tales of transformations of maidens into trees and fountains, of youths into flowers, and of men into birds. Blossoms, fragrance, and joy are the themes of many of these tales, while a few a tender, pathetic, or humorous." (From the Foreword of the book.) - Summary by Frances Jenkins Olcott |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonder-garden-by-frances-jenkins-olcott/ |
here 150 nature myths short stories parts world kind children delight tales transformations maidens trees fountains youths flowers men birds blossoms fragrance joy themes many tales tender pathetic humorous from foreword book summary frances jenkins olcott |
| 11389 |
11338 |
12007 |
To The Moon |
Giacomo Leopardi |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Giacomo Leopardi is a great name in Italy among philosophers and poets, but is quite unknown in this country, and Mr. Townsend has the honor of introducing him, in the most captivating way, to his countrymen. In Germany and France he has excited attention. Translations have been made of his works; essays have been written on his ideas. But in England his name is all but unheard of. Six or seven years ago Mr. Charles Edwards published a translation of the essays and dialogues, but no version of the poems has appeared, so far as I know. Leopardi was substantially a poet,—that is to say, he had imagination, sentiment, passion, an intense love of beauty, a powerful impulse towards things ideal. (O. B. Frothingham, from the Preface of The Poems of Giacomo Leopardi) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-moon-by-giacomo-leopardi/ |
giacomo leopardi great name italy among philosophers poets quite unknown country mr townsend honor introducing him captivating way countrymen germany france excited attention translations made works essays written ideas england name unheard of six seven years ago mr charles edwards published translation essays dialogues version poems appeared far know leopardi substantially poet that say imagination sentiment passion intense love beauty powerful impulse towards things ideal o b frothingham preface poems giacomo leopardi |
| 11390 |
11339 |
12008 |
My Last Duchess |
Robert Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
NOTES:\n "My Last Duchess" puts in the mouth of a Duke of Ferrara,\n a typical husband and art patron of the Renaissance, a\n description of his last wife, whose happy nature and universal\n kindliness were a perpetual affront to his exacting\n self-predominance, and whose suppression, by his command,\n has made the vacancy he is now, in his interview\n with the envoy for a new match, taking precaution to fill\n more acceptably. (Dramatic Romances by Robert Browning) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/my-last-duchess-by-robert-browning/ |
notes my last duchess puts mouth duke ferrara typical husband art patron renaissance description last wife whose happy nature universal kindliness perpetual affront exacting self predominance whose suppression command made vacancy now interview envoy new match taking precaution fill acceptably dramatic romances robert browning |
| 11391 |
11343 |
12012 |
My Lady's Money |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Lady Lydiard has an uncomfortable bit of business to settle, and intends to do so with a five hundred pound note. But just as she is about to complete the letter with which she is to send the note off, an emergency occurs in the house, and for a little while everyone is preoccupied - be it with the sick dog Tommie, the management of the house, or a kindling love. But when everything settles down again, the note is missing. Who took it? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/my-ladys-money-by-wilkie-collins/ |
lady lydiard uncomfortable bit business settle intends five hundred pound note complete letter send note off emergency occurs house little everyone preoccupied sick dog tommie management house kindling love everything settles again note missing took it summary carolin |
| 11392 |
11344 |
12013 |
Rescue Dog of the High Pass |
Jim Kjelgaard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Jim Kjelgaard has long wanted to tell the story of the gallant dogs who have gone out with the monks of St. Bernard Hospice to rescue travelers lost in the deep snows of the Swiss mountain passes. Unable to find the facts, he decided to reconstruct the tale as he feels it might have been. The result is this very moving story of a simple mountain boy and his devoted dog.\n\nFranz Halle felt he was worthless because he could not manage book learning, but his schoolmaster and the village pastor knew that the boy had a priceless knowledge all his own. The kindly priest secured work for Franz at near-by St. Bernard Hospice, helping a gentle giant of a man who made it possible for him to keep his beloved Alpine mastiff, Caesar, although the huge animal refused to earn his keep, even by turning the spit. When the scarcity of food forced Caesar's reluctant banishment, Franz—who had joined the monks in their daily patrol of the dangerous passes—proved that where even he, with all his rare knowledge of the ways of the blizzards, might fail, a dog could detect a man buried under an avalanche! So Franz and his brave helper initiated the rescue work of the St. Bernard dogs that was to become famous throughout the world. - Summary from the book |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/rescue-dog-of-the-high-pass-by-jim-kjelgaard/ |
jim kjelgaard long wanted tell story gallant dogs gone monks st bernard hospice rescue travelers lost deep snows swiss mountain passes unable find facts decided reconstruct tale feels might been result moving story simple mountain boy devoted dog franz halle felt worthless could manage book learning schoolmaster village pastor knew boy priceless knowledge own kindly priest secured work franz near by st bernard hospice helping gentle giant man made possible keep beloved alpine mastiff caesar although huge animal refused earn keep even turning spit scarcity food forced caesar s reluctant banishment franz who joined monks daily patrol dangerous passes proved even he rare knowledge ways blizzards might fail dog could detect man buried avalanche franz brave helper initiated rescue work st bernard dogs become famous throughout world summary book |
| 11393 |
11345 |
12014 |
Orra |
Joanna Baillie |
Tragedy |
Considered by her contemporaries a playwright “second only to Shakespeare,” Joanna Baillie was one of the most critically acclaimed writers of the Romantic Era. The Plays on the Passions, first published in 1798, stands as her undeniable magnum opus: a multivolume series of tragedies and comedies exploring the overruling passions of the mind.\n\nOrra: A Tragedy in Five Acts, which comes from that series' third volume, is Joanna Baillie’s haunting meditation on fear and madness. It is gothic melodrama par excellence. Set in fourteenth century Switzerland, Baillie's play skillfully intertwines psychological horror with early feminist thought. Orra, in love with Theobald, is exiled to a haunted castle in the Black Forest after rejecting a marriage proposal from her ward's son. She is further threatened by the nefarious machinations of Rudigere, a pathologically jealous knight whose desire for Orra verges on obsession. Then there’s the castle itself, a dark and gothic abode that soon brings Orra to the brink of abject terror.\n\nWill Orra survive her expulsion into the Black Forest—or will she descend further and further into madness? ( ChuckW)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nOrra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nTheobald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nRudigere: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nGlottenbal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nHughobert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nHartman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nMaurice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEleonora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nCathrina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nFranko: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nUrston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nAlice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\n1st Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\n2nd Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\n1st Outlaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\n2nd Outlaw / Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nVassal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nAttendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8882">Victor Villarraza</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n |
English |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/orra-by-joanna-baillie/ |
considered contemporaries playwright second shakespeare joanna baillie one critically acclaimed writers romantic era plays passions first published 1798 stands undeniable magnum opus multivolume series tragedies comedies exploring overruling passions mind orra tragedy five acts comes series third volume joanna baillie s haunting meditation fear madness gothic melodrama par excellence set fourteenth century switzerland baillie s play skillfully intertwines psychological horror early feminist thought orra love theobald exiled haunted castle black forest rejecting marriage proposal ward s son threatened nefarious machinations rudigere pathologically jealous knight whose desire orra verges obsession there s castle itself dark gothic abode soon brings orra brink abject terror orra survive expulsion black forest or descend madness chuckw br br cast list br orra a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br theobald a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br rudigere a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br glottenbal a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br hughobert a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br hartman a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br maurice a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br eleonora a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br cathrina a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br franko a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br urston a href https librivox org reader 11706 recordingperson a br alice a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br 1st servant a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br 2nd servant a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br 1st outlaw a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br 2nd outlaw soldier a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br vassal a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br attendant a href https librivox org reader 8882 victor villarraza a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br editor a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br |
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11346 |
12015 |
Cymbeline (Version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Romance |
<i>Cymbeline</i> is one of the last plays Shakespeare wrote, classified by scholars as a late romance or comedy. It's famous for featuring a highly convoluted plot that oftentimes feels like a grab bag of elements from Shakespeare's greatest hits: we have virtuous lovers, a temperamental monarch, a conniving stepmother, an untrustworthy Italian, an arrogant clod, kidnapped siblings, cross-dressing, battles, a devious murder plot, and (of course) some shocking plot twists.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of this oft-neglected piece that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<br><br>Cast List<br><b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Narrator; Imogen; Queen; Soothsayer; Jupiter; Second British Captain; Frenchman; First Gaoler & Musicians.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a></b>: Cymbeline; Cloten; Iachimo; Arviragus; Roman Captain; British Lord; Mother; Second Brother; First Lady & Second Roman Senator.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Posthumus Leonatus; Guiderius; Caius Lucius; Cornelius; First Lord; Second Gentleman; Lady Helen; First Roman Senator; First Brother & Attendant.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: Belarius; Pisanio; Philario; Second Lord; First Gentleman; Sicilius; First British Captain; Second Gaoler; First Tribune & Messenger. |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/cymbeline-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
i cymbeline i one last plays shakespeare wrote classified scholars late romance comedy famous featuring highly convoluted plot oftentimes feels like grab bag elements shakespeare s greatest hits virtuous lovers temperamental monarch conniving stepmother untrustworthy italian arrogant clod kidnapped siblings cross dressing battles devious murder plot of course shocking plot twists br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance oft neglected piece never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again summary tomas peter br br cast list br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b narrator imogen queen soothsayer jupiter second british captain frenchman first gaoler musicians br b a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a b cymbeline cloten iachimo arviragus roman captain british lord mother second brother first lady second roman senator br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b posthumus leonatus guiderius caius lucius cornelius first lord second gentleman lady helen first roman senator first brother attendant br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b belarius pisanio philario second lord first gentleman sicilius first british captain second gaoler first tribune messenger |
| 11395 |
11347 |
12017 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 11, January 13, 1880 |
Various |
General, General |
Harper's Young People, first published in 1879, was an illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, anecdotes, jokes, artwork, craft projects, and more for children. This eleventh issue of the serial was published on January 13, 1880. Published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. To view illustrations from this issue, visit <a >the free online issue on Project Gutenberg</a>.(Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-11/ |
harper s young people first published 1879 illustrated weekly publication containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction anecdotes jokes artwork craft projects children eleventh issue serial published january 13 1880 published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine view illustrations issue visit a the free online issue project gutenberg a summary jill engle |
| 11396 |
11348 |
12018 |
Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children |
Flora J. Cooke |
General |
Written for first through third graders, this book aims to expand not only the imagination but the vocabulary. For listeners following along with the text, please note the stories are read in order of the categories listed in the table of contents. (Linette Geisel) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/nature-myths-and-stories-for-little-children-by-flora-j-cooke/ |
written first third graders book aims expand imagination vocabulary listeners following along text please note stories read order categories listed table contents linette geisel |
| 11397 |
11349 |
12019 |
India's Love Lyrics |
Laurence Hope |
Single author |
The poetry of Adela Florence Cory aka Violet Nicolson, is some of the most unique and passionate in the English language. Under the pen name of Laurence Hope, her works were extremely popular in the early years of the 20th century, inspiring popular music, lovers, silent films and even the creation of Shalimar perfume. Her work wades fearlessly into issues of racism, same sex attraction, violence and taboo love, but also transports the reader to a vibrant India of another era, with it's exotic peoples, flora, fauna, folklore and larger than life landscapes and intrigues. Even so, Hope's work has the delicacy of fine literature, with the matchless phrasing, rhyming and structure that marks the true poet. Mixing the confessional overtones of the French poetes maudites and British Aesthetes with the sounds and flavors of the Far East, critics of her day likened her to "a decadent Kipling". Like Elizabeth Browning, Hope's title "India's Love Lyrics" gave the impression she was transcribing the tempestuous poetry of another culture; it is now understood that the work was her own, though she was fluent in Urdu and was certainly inspired by the language and song traditions of the great Subcontinent where she spent her adult life. It is only by an accident of academic oversight that Hope is now hardly known to the public, as 19th century male academics deemed her work "too purple" to be canonized in the same way her peer Kipling was. Her work is now out of print, but with this Librivox recording, you may join the many starry-eyed listeners who have discovered Hope, following her footsteps into the alluring and lost world of "The Teak Forest" and beyond. (Helen Williford-Lower) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/indias-love-lyrics-by-laurence-hope/ |
poetry adela florence cory aka violet nicolson unique passionate english language pen name laurence hope works extremely popular early years 20th century inspiring popular music lovers silent films even creation shalimar perfume work wades fearlessly issues racism sex attraction violence taboo love also transports reader vibrant india another era exotic peoples flora fauna folklore larger life landscapes intrigues even so hope s work delicacy fine literature matchless phrasing rhyming structure marks true poet mixing confessional overtones french poetes maudites british aesthetes sounds flavors far east critics day likened a decadent kipling like elizabeth browning hope s title india s love lyrics gave impression transcribing tempestuous poetry another culture understood work own though fluent urdu certainly inspired language song traditions great subcontinent spent adult life accident academic oversight hope hardly known public 19th century male academics deemed work too purple canonized way peer kipling was work print librivox recording may join many starry eyed listeners discovered hope following footsteps alluring lost world the teak forest beyond helen williford lower |
| 11398 |
11351 |
12022 |
Impromptu of Versailles |
Molière |
Humorous Fiction, Plays, Satire |
The setup here is that Moliere and his troupe have been sent for by the King to come perform at Versailles. But instead of the piece they had prepared, the King has just asked for an entirely new piece - to be ready later that same day! So all the action of the play takes place backstage as Moliere has to come up with a story and the troupe has to select and prepare roles in a mad panic. Many of the comments in the banter between actors concern personages from Moliere's time - we don't necessarily know them but the biting of the satire still comes clearly through. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMoliere, a ridiculous Marquis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6249">Thomas A. Copeland</a><br>\nBrecourt, a man of Quality: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLa Grange, a ridiculous Marquis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nDu Croisy, a poet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nLa Thorilliere, a fidgetty Marquis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nBejart and the Busybodies: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMademoiselle Duparc, a ceremonious Marchioness: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMademoiselle Bejart, a prude: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMademoiselle Debrie, a sage coquette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMademoiselle Moliere, a satirical wit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nMademoiselle Du Croisy, a whining plague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMademoiselle Herve, a conceited chambermaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-impromptu-of-versailles-by-moliere/ |
setup moliere troupe sent king come perform versailles instead piece prepared king asked entirely new piece ready later day action play takes place backstage moliere come story troupe select prepare roles mad panic many comments banter actors concern personages moliere s time necessarily know biting satire still comes clearly through summary toddhw br br cast list br moliere ridiculous marquis a href https librivox org reader 6249 thomas a copeland a br brecourt man quality a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br la grange ridiculous marquis a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br du croisy poet a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br la thorilliere fidgetty marquis a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br bejart busybodies a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mademoiselle duparc ceremonious marchioness a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mademoiselle bejart prude a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mademoiselle debrie sage coquette a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mademoiselle moliere satirical wit a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br mademoiselle du croisy whining plague a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mademoiselle herve conceited chambermaid a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
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11352 |
12023 |
Captivity of Nearly Three Years Among the Savages of Nootka Sound |
John R. Jewitt |
Memoirs |
John Jewitt (1783-1821), a blacksmith by trade, spent the years 1803-1806 as a slave among the Nuu-chah-nulth people of Nootka Sound, off the Pacific Coast of Vancouver Island, Canada, after the trading vessel on which he served as armorer was attacked and its crew murdered by the native tribal chief Maquinna. Maquinna spared Jewitt's life on condition that the Jewitt would be his slave, would repair his muskets and make daggers, knives, and fishing gear for him. Jewitt's memoir is a considered a major source of information about the customs of the indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest. \n - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/a-captivity-of-nearly-three-years-among-the-savages-of-nootka-sound-by-john-r-jewitt/ |
john jewitt 1783 1821 blacksmith trade spent years 1803 1806 slave among nuu chah nulth people nootka sound pacific coast vancouver island canada trading vessel served armorer attacked crew murdered native tribal chief maquinna maquinna spared jewitt s life condition jewitt would slave would repair muskets make daggers knives fishing gear him jewitt s memoir considered major source information customs indigenous peoples pacific northwest summary sue anderson |
| 11400 |
11353 |
12024 |
Afternoon in School - the last lesson |
D. H. Lawrence |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
David Herbert Lawrence was an English novelist, poet, playwright, essayist, literary critic and painter. His collected works represent, among other things, an extended reflection upon the dehumanising effects of modernity and industrialisation. Some of the issues Lawrence explores are sexuality, emotional health, vitality, spontaneity, and instinct. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/afternoon-in-school-the-last-lesson-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
david herbert lawrence english novelist poet playwright essayist literary critic painter collected works represent among things extended reflection upon dehumanising effects modernity industrialisation issues lawrence explores sexuality emotional health vitality spontaneity instinct summary wikipedia |
| 11401 |
11354 |
12025 |
Flower-Patch Among the Hills |
Flora Klickmann |
Animals & Nature |
After poor health forced Klickmann to move from London to the country, she began writing a series of sketches for The Girl's Own Paper and in 1916 she published the first of a series of books based on them. Her cottage, known in her books as "Rosemary Cottage", had an idyllic country garden and spectacular views over the River Wye and Tintern Abbey. The book, The Flower-Patch Among the Hills, was highly successful; a reprint was needed after two weeks. In later years, she wrote six more Flower Patch books, the stories growing to involve her household and the local people, combining nature description, anecdote, autobiography, religion, and humour. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/flower-patch-among-the-hills-by-flora-klickmann/ |
poor health forced klickmann move london country began writing series sketches girl s paper 1916 published first series books based them cottage known books rosemary cottage idyllic country garden spectacular views river wye tintern abbey book flower patch among hills highly successful reprint needed two weeks later years wrote six flower patch books stories growing involve household local people combining nature description anecdote autobiography religion humour summary lynne thompson |
| 11402 |
11355 |
12026 |
Misanthrope |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
Alceste, the misanthrope, hates everyone including himself. But unlike in many pure farces with their cliche stock characters, the characters here are much more well rounded, and who knows - Alceste might actually grow and change throughout the play. "Those who admired noble thoughts, select language, accurate deliniations of character, and a perfect and entertaining style, placed this comedy from the very beginning where it is generally put, with the common consent of all students of sound literature, in the foremost rank of the good comedies of Moliere." - Summary by Translator and ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAlceste, in love with Celimene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nPhilinte, his friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nOronte, in love with Celimene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nCelimene, beloved by Alceste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nEliante, her cousin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nArsinoe, Celimene's friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nAcaste, Marquis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nClitandre, Marquis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11676">Sean Lally</a><br>\nBasque, servant to Celimene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11765">PaulHW</a><br>\nDubois, servant to Alceste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11706">RecordingPerson</a><br>\nAn Officer of the Marechaussee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
18 |
https://librivox.org/the-misanthrope-by-moliere/ |
alceste misanthrope hates everyone including himself unlike many pure farces cliche stock characters characters much well rounded knows alceste might actually grow change throughout play those admired noble thoughts select language accurate deliniations character perfect entertaining style placed comedy beginning generally put common consent students sound literature foremost rank good comedies moliere summary translator toddhw br br cast list br alceste love celimene a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br philinte friend a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br oronte love celimene a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br celimene beloved alceste a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br eliante cousin a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br arsinoe celimene s friend a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br acaste marquis a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br clitandre marquis a href https librivox org reader 11676 sean lally a br basque servant celimene a href https librivox org reader 11765 paulhw a br dubois servant alceste a href https librivox org reader 11706 recordingperson a br officer marechaussee a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
| 11403 |
11356 |
12027 |
Hawaiian Sea Hunt Mystery |
Andy Adams |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Adventure series in exotic locations. This adventure is set in the exotic Island of Hawaii and involves the search for a missing sloop and the whereabouts of a valuable mine. Biff Brewster, his father and friends become entangled with ruthless criminals who are also intending to find the sunken boat and discover the map and the mine. They have kidnapped the elderly scientist who holds the key to the discovery. An exciting adventure with lots of action on land and sea.- Summary by Peter Thomlinson |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/hawaiian-sea-hunt-mystery-by-andy-adams/ |
adventure series exotic locations adventure set exotic island hawaii involves search missing sloop whereabouts valuable mine biff brewster father friends become entangled ruthless criminals also intending find sunken boat discover map mine kidnapped elderly scientist holds key discovery exciting adventure lots action land sea summary peter thomlinson |
| 11404 |
11357 |
12028 |
Unaddressed Letters |
Anonymous |
Epistolary Fiction, Memoirs |
“I had a friend who loved me;” but he has gone, and the “great gulf” is between us. After his death, I received a packet of manuscript with these few words:—“What I have written may appeal to you because of our friendship, and because, when you come to read them, you will seek to grasp, in these apparent confidences, an inner meaning that to the end will elude you. If you think others, not the many but the few, might find here any answer to their unuttered questionings, any fellowship of sympathy in those experiences which are the milestones of our lives, then use the letters as you will, but without my name. I shall have gone, and the knowledge of my name would make no one either wiser or happier.”\nThe writer was, by trade, a diplomatist; by inclination, a sportsman with literary and artistic tastes; by force of circumstances he was a student of many characters, and in some sense a cynic. He was also a traveler—not a great traveler, but he knew a good deal of Europe, a little of America, much of India and the further East. He spent some time in this neighborhood, and was much interested in the country and its people. There is an Eastern atmosphere about many of the letters, and he made no secret of the fact that he was fascinated by the glamour of the lands of sunshine. He died very suddenly by misadventure, and, even to me, his packet of letters came rather as a revelation.\n - Summary by Frank Athelstane Swettenham |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/unaddressed-letters-by-anonymous/ |
i friend loved me gone great gulf us death received packet manuscript words what written may appeal friendship because come read them seek grasp apparent confidences inner meaning end elude you think others many few might find answer unuttered questionings fellowship sympathy experiences milestones lives use letters will without name shall gone knowledge name would make one either wiser happier writer was trade diplomatist inclination sportsman literary artistic tastes force circumstances student many characters sense cynic also traveler not great traveler knew good deal europe little america much india east spent time neighborhood much interested country people eastern atmosphere many letters made secret fact fascinated glamour lands sunshine died suddenly misadventure and even me packet letters came rather revelation summary frank athelstane swettenham |
| 11405 |
11359 |
12030 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 5: Nature (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The fifth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes a range of poems dealing with the natural world, covering subjects such as nature's influence on the poetic mind; daylight and nighttime; the seasons; inland waters; and highlands. It also includes an introductory essay to the volume by the "Father of Canadian Poetry" Sir Charles George Douglas Roberts (1860-1943). - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-5-nature-part-1-by-various/ |
fifth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes range poems dealing natural world covering subjects nature s influence poetic mind daylight nighttime seasons inland waters highlands also includes introductory essay volume father canadian poetry sir charles george douglas roberts 1860 1943 summary tomas peter |
| 11406 |
11360 |
12031 |
Short Discourse Concerning Pestilential Contagion, and the Methods to Be Used to Prevent It |
Richard Mead |
Health & Fitness, Life Sciences |
<br />This is a work written about the plague in France and how to prevent its spread. It is considered an important historical work for the understanding of transmittable diseases. - Summary by afutterer<p> |
English |
1720 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-discourse-concerning-pestilential-contagion-and-the-methods-to-be-used-to-prevent-it-by-richard-mead/ |
br this work written plague france prevent spread considered important historical work understanding transmittable diseases summary afutterer p |
| 11407 |
11361 |
12032 |
Ratón Pérez / Perez the Mouse |
Luis Coloma |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Luis Coloma Roldán, conocido también como el padre Coloma, fue un escritor, periodista y jesuita español. A finales del siglo XIX le pidieron al padre Coloma desde la corte que escribiera un cuento cuando a Alfonso XIII, que entonces tenía 8 años, se le cayó un diente. Al jesuita se le ocurrió la historia del Ratoncito Pérez, protagonizada por el Rey Buby, que era como la Reina Doña María Cristina llamaba a su hijo. Desde entonces el Ratoncito Pérez es un personaje muy popular entre los niños españoles e hispanoamericanos, a los que pone un regalo bajo la almohada cuando se les cae un diente. (Wikipedia.org) <br /><br />Luis Coloma was a Spanish author known for creating the character Ratoncito Pérez. Father Coloma (he became a Jesuit priest) was also a prolific writer of short stories and his complete works, which includes his novels, biographies, and other works. This Spanish story was written, once upon a time, to amuse a real little boy King, Buby, as her mother the Queen María Cristina called her son at 8, the future King Alfonso XIII of Spain. - Summary by Luis Coloma |
Multilingual |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/el-raton-perez-perez-the-mouse-by-luis-coloma/ |
luis coloma roldán conocido también como el padre coloma fue un escritor periodista jesuita español finales del siglo xix le pidieron al padre coloma desde la corte que escribiera un cuento cuando alfonso xiii que entonces tenía 8 años se le cayó un diente al jesuita se le ocurrió la historia del ratoncito pérez protagonizada por el rey buby que era como la reina doña maría cristina llamaba su hijo desde entonces el ratoncito pérez es un personaje muy popular entre los niños españoles e hispanoamericanos los que pone un regalo bajo la almohada cuando se les cae un diente wikipedia org br br luis coloma spanish author known creating character ratoncito pérez father coloma he became jesuit priest also prolific writer short stories complete works includes novels biographies works spanish story written upon time amuse real little boy king buby mother queen maría cristina called son 8 future king alfonso xiii spain summary luis coloma |
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11362 |
12033 |
Folk-lore and Legends: Russian and Polish |
Charles John Tibbits |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this volume I present selections made from the Russian chap-book literature, and from the works of various Russian and Polish collectors of Folklore—Afanasief, Erben, Wojcicki, Glinski, etc. The chap-book tales, and many of those of Glinski, are, there is little doubt, of foreign origin, but since Russia and Poland are the countries in which these tales have found their home, and since they have there been so adapted by the people as to incorporate the national customs and lore, they appear to me to belong properly to the present volume. - Summary by Charles John Tibbets |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/folk-lore-and-legends-russian-and-polish-by-charles-john-tibbits/ |
volume present selections made russian chap book literature works various russian polish collectors folklore afanasief erben wojcicki glinski etc chap book tales many glinski are little doubt foreign origin since russia poland countries tales found home since adapted people incorporate national customs lore appear belong properly present volume summary charles john tibbets |
| 11409 |
11363 |
12034 |
Manx Fairy Tales |
Sophia Morrison |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of fairy tales regarding myths and legends of the Isle of Man. Sophia was considered one of the key figures of the Manx cultural revival. - Summary by afutterer |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/manx-fairy-tales-by-sophia-morrison/ |
collection fairy tales regarding myths legends isle man sophia considered one key figures manx cultural revival summary afutterer |
| 11410 |
11364 |
12035 |
Folk-lore and legends: English |
Charles John Tibbits |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The old English Folklore Tales are fast dying out. The simplicity of character necessary for the retaining of old memories and beliefs is being lost, more rapidly in England, perhaps, than in any other part of the world. Our folk are giving up the old myths for new ones. Before remorseless “progress,” and the struggle for existence, the poetry of life is being quickly blotted out. In editing this volume I have endeavoured to select some of the best specimens of our Folklore. With regard to the nursery tales, I have taken pains to give them as they are in the earliest editions I could find. I must say, however, that, while I have taken every care to alter only as much as was absolutely necessary in these tales, some excision and slight alteration has at times been required. - Summary by Charles John Tibbits |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/folk-lore-and-legends-english-by-charles-john-tibbits/ |
old english folklore tales fast dying out simplicity character necessary retaining old memories beliefs lost rapidly england perhaps part world folk giving old myths new ones remorseless progress struggle existence poetry life quickly blotted out editing volume endeavoured select best specimens folklore regard nursery tales taken pains give earliest editions could find must say however that taken every care alter much absolutely necessary tales excision slight alteration times required summary charles john tibbits |
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11365 |
12036 |
Annals of Ann |
Kate Trimble Sharber |
General |
As the only “surviving” child of her parents, Ann is considered by close friends and family to be an overly indulged child. Some say she is incorrigible but most find her to be pleasant and fun-loving in spite of her precocious nature. Inspired by her Cousin Eunice, young Ann decides to start a diary in hopes her grandchildren will some day read it. As for content, Ann does not feel anything outside of a good love story is worthy of being penned. However, her intelligent and cheeky nature makes it difficult for her to avoid a little whimsical fun, and resulting mishaps, along the way. Summary by CJ Plogue and Win2017. |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-annals-of-ann-by-kate-trimble-sharber/ |
surviving child parents ann considered close friends family overly indulged child say incorrigible find pleasant fun loving spite precocious nature inspired cousin eunice young ann decides start diary hopes grandchildren day read it content ann feel anything outside good love story worthy penned however intelligent cheeky nature makes difficult avoid little whimsical fun resulting mishaps along way summary cj plogue win2017 |
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12118 |
12813 |
Mappo, the Merry Monkey |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
Mappo lived in a tree in the jungle with his family. He is the oldest of his siblings, and very smart, which would explain why he has so many adventures! But Mappo finds himself on a very long adventure, bringing him to a new land, new friends and even more adventures! |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/mappo-the-merry-monkey-by-richard-barnum/ |
mappo lived tree jungle family oldest siblings smart would explain many adventures mappo finds long adventure bringing new land new friends even adventures |
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11366 |
12037 |
Northern Trails, Book 2 |
William J. Long |
General, Animals |
The reader who follows these trails will find them leading into a new country, a land of space and silence where it is good to be, away up among the mountains and woods and salmon rivers and mossy barren grounds of Labrador and Newfoundland." Indeed, reading Long's keen observations about animals and their behavior transports the reader into a land of nature, space and silence. - Summary by William J. Long, from Preface, and kathrinee. |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/northern-trails-book-2-by-william-j-long/ |
reader follows trails find leading new country land space silence good be away among mountains woods salmon rivers mossy barren grounds labrador newfoundland indeed reading long s keen observations animals behavior transports reader land nature space silence summary william j long preface kathrinee |
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11367 |
12038 |
Romance of California Life; Illustrated By Pacific Slope Stories, Thrilling, Pathetic And Humorous |
John Habberton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Short Stories, Published 1800 -1900 |
These 37 short stories were authored by John Habberton (1842–1921), an American writer. He spent nearly twenty years as the literary and drama critic for the New York Herald, but he is best known for his stories about early California life, many of which were collected in this 1880 book. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/romance-of-california-life-illustrated-by-pacific-slope-stories-thrilling-pathetic-and-humorous-by-john-habberton/ |
37 short stories authored john habberton 1842 1921 american writer spent nearly twenty years literary drama critic new york herald best known stories early california life many collected 1880 book summary david wales |
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11368 |
12039 |
Non-Combatants and Others |
Rose Macaulay |
General Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Through a variety of experiences of the effects of the First World War, an art student is drawn into pacifism. Rose Macaulay's satirical novel is passionate, and witty - Summary by Anthony Ogus |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/non-combatants-and-others-by-rose-macaulay/ |
variety experiences effects first world war art student drawn pacifism rose macaulay s satirical novel passionate witty summary anthony ogus |
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11369 |
12040 |
Oroonoko |
Thomas Southerne |
Comedy, Tragedy |
Based on Aphra Behn's 1688 novel (which is one of the earliest novels in the English language), Thomas Southerne's <I>Oroonoko</I> is seen by scholars today as the driving force that kept Behn's work from fading into obscurity. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, it was considered even more popular than the novel, presenting theatergoing audiences with a highly touching tale of pathos and tragedy involving the eponymous prince-turned-slave and his undying devotion to his beloved wife, Imoinda. However, in this version, unlike in Behn's novel, Imoinda is a white woman, and there is also a comic subplot involving the husband-hunting Welldon sisters that caters to Restoration tastes (though in later productions, this subplot was removed altogether). This LibriVox production presents the play as it was first written, and in doing so, brings to the fore a number of interesting themes, such as the importance of individual liberty; the infallibility of true love; and the quick wit and determination of strong, independent women. Summary by Tomas Peter<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>Oroonoko: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Aboan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10859">Larry Hayes</a><br>Lieutenant-Governor of Surinam / Slave: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Blanford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Stanmore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>Jack Stanmore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>Captain Driver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>Daniel Lackitt / Hottman / Second Planter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Imoinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Widow Lackitt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Charlotte Welldon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Lucy Welldon / Women Slaves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>First Planter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11665">Melanie T</a><br>Third Planter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10984">Paezra</a><br>Fourth Planter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6249">Thomas A. Copeland</a><br>Singing Slave: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Narrator / Women Slaves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br><br> |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/oroonoko-by-thomas-southerne/ |
based aphra behn s 1688 novel which one earliest novels english language thomas southerne s i oroonoko i seen scholars today driving force kept behn s work fading obscurity eighteenth nineteenth centuries considered even popular novel presenting theatergoing audiences highly touching tale pathos tragedy involving eponymous prince turned slave undying devotion beloved wife imoinda however version unlike behn s novel imoinda white woman also comic subplot involving husband hunting welldon sisters caters restoration tastes though later productions subplot removed altogether librivox production presents play first written so brings fore number interesting themes importance individual liberty infallibility true love quick wit determination strong independent women summary tomas peter br br b cast list b br br oroonoko a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br aboan a href https librivox org reader 10859 larry hayes a br lieutenant governor surinam slave a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br blanford a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stanmore a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br jack stanmore a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br captain driver a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br daniel lackitt hottman second planter a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br imoinda a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br widow lackitt a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br charlotte welldon a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lucy welldon women slaves a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br first planter a href https librivox org reader 11665 melanie t a br third planter a href https librivox org reader 10984 paezra a br fourth planter a href https librivox org reader 6249 thomas a copeland a br singing slave a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br servant a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br narrator women slaves a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br editor a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br br |
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12041 |
Crimson Circle |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
The Crimson Circle gang spreads fear by extortion and murder. Its members range from rich, powerful bankers to petty criminals, and none of them know each other. A beautiful young woman named Thalia Drummond appears to be involved in the gang too. But who is the leader of the gang, known only as The Crimson Circle? Chief Inspector Parr is on the case, as well as private detective Derrick Yale. - Summary by Anna Simon |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-crimson-circle-by-edgar-wallace/ |
crimson circle gang spreads fear extortion murder members range rich powerful bankers petty criminals none know other beautiful young woman named thalia drummond appears involved gang too leader gang known crimson circle chief inspector parr case well private detective derrick yale summary anna simon |
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11371 |
12042 |
Devil is an Ass |
Ben Jonson |
Plays, Satire |
An inferior devil, Pug, asks Satan to send him to Earth to tempt men to Evil. But when Pug arrives in 1616 London and sets himself at the Squire Fabian Fitzdottrel, he finds Fabian currently beset by con men, cheats, connivers, thieves, villains, and seductresses - a delightful mix of cunning criminality in a world that already has far more vice in it than anything Pug is prepared to offer. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSatan, the great Devil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPug, the less Devil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nIniquity, the Vice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nFabian Fitzdottrel, a Squire of Norfolk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMeercraft, the Projector: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nEverill, his Champion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nWittipol, a young Gallant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nEustace Manly, his Friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nEngine, a Broker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nTrains, the Projector's Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nThomas Gilthead, a Goldsmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12214">Caleb Tol</a><br>\nPlutarchus, his Son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nSir Paul Eitherside, a Lawyer, and Justice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nAmbler, Gentle-Usher to Lady Tailbush: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nSledge, a Smith, the Constable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nShackles, Keeper of Newgate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8786">Bruce Kachuk</a><br>\nMrs. Frances Fitzdottrel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nLady Eitherside: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLady Tailbush, the Lady Projectress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nPitfall, her Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nSerjant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nKeeper 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8882">Victor Villarraza</a><br>\nKeeper 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12249">Adriana Sacciotto</a><br>\nKeeper 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nKeeper 4: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10466">sawasawaya</a><br>\n and: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12062">Elizabeth Martinson</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-devil-is-an-ass-by-ben-jonson/ |
inferior devil pug asks satan send earth tempt men evil pug arrives 1616 london sets squire fabian fitzdottrel finds fabian currently beset con men cheats connivers thieves villains seductresses delightful mix cunning criminality world already far vice anything pug prepared offer summary toddhw br br cast list br satan great devil a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br pug less devil a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br iniquity vice a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br fabian fitzdottrel squire norfolk a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br meercraft projector a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br everill champion a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br wittipol young gallant a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br eustace manly friend a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br engine broker a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br trains projector s man a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br thomas gilthead goldsmith a href https librivox org reader 12214 caleb tol a br plutarchus son a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br sir paul eitherside lawyer justice a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br ambler gentle usher lady tailbush a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br sledge smith constable a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br shackles keeper newgate a href https librivox org reader 8786 bruce kachuk a br mrs frances fitzdottrel a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br lady eitherside a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lady tailbush lady projectress a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br pitfall woman a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br serjant a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br keeper 1 a href https librivox org reader 8882 victor villarraza a br keeper 2 a href https librivox org reader 12249 adriana sacciotto a br keeper 3 a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br keeper 4 a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10466 sawasawaya a br and a href https librivox org reader 12062 elizabeth martinson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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11372 |
12043 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 23-25: 1, 2, 3 Juan |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Además de las 3 epístolas que llevan su nombre, Juan es también el autor del cuarto Evangelio y el libro de Apocalipsis. Esta primera carta de Juan se escribe a las congregaciones cristianas fundadas en la verdad y la fe, pero que están recibiendo serios desafíos de los falsos maestros. El error particular que se propaga es la filosofía de la religión llamada gnosticismo. Se basa en la premisa de que toda materia es totalmente malvada, el espíritu es totalmente bueno, y que el hombre progresará espiritualmente a medida que aumenta en este conocimiento. Esto conduce a más falsas enseñanzas acerca del Señor Jesucristo, afirmando que Él no podría haber nacido en la carne ya que toda carne es malvada. Las teorías gnósticas son que Jesucristo es o bien un fantasma que sólo parece tener un cuerpo humano, o que tiene una personalidad dual, a veces divina y a veces humana. La misión de Juan aquí es combatir estos errores.\n<br/> <br/> \n===========================\n <br/> <br/> \nIn addition to the three epistles bearing his name, John is also the author of the fourth Gospel and the book of Revelation. This letter of John is written to Christian congregations based on truth and faith, but receiving serious challenges from false teachers. The particular error that is propagated is the philosophy of religion called Gnosticism. It is based on the premise that all matter is totally evil, the spirit is totally good, and that man will progress spiritually as he increases in this knowledge. This leads to more false teachings about the Lord Jesus Christ, stating that He could not have been born in the flesh since all flesh is evil. Gnostic theories are that Jesus Christ is either a ghost that only seems to have a human body, or has a dual personality, sometimes divine and sometimes human. John's mission here is to combat these errors.\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-23-25-1-2-3-juan-by-reina-valera/ |
además de las 3 epístolas que llevan su nombre juan es también el autor del cuarto evangelio el libro de apocalipsis esta primera carta de juan se escribe las congregaciones cristianas fundadas en la verdad la fe pero que están recibiendo serios desafíos de los falsos maestros el error particular que se propaga es la filosofía de la religión llamada gnosticismo se basa en la premisa de que toda materia es totalmente malvada el espíritu es totalmente bueno que el hombre progresará espiritualmente medida que aumenta en este conocimiento esto conduce más falsas enseñanzas acerca del señor jesucristo afirmando que él podría haber nacido en la carne ya que toda carne es malvada las teorías gnósticas son que jesucristo es bien un fantasma que sólo parece tener un cuerpo humano que tiene una personalidad dual veces divina veces humana la misión de juan aquí es combatir estos errores br br br br addition three epistles bearing name john also author fourth gospel book revelation letter john written christian congregations based truth faith receiving serious challenges false teachers particular error propagated philosophy religion called gnosticism based premise matter totally evil spirit totally good man progress spiritually increases knowledge leads false teachings lord jesus christ stating could born flesh since flesh evil gnostic theories jesus christ either ghost seems human body dual personality sometimes divine sometimes human john s mission combat errors summary claudia barrett |
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11373 |
12044 |
Mysteries of London Vol. III |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Mysteries of London was a best-selling novel in mid-Victorian England, published in four volumes. This is the third volume. Initially serialized in weekly installments, they were the forerunners of today's soap operas. Known as "Penny Dreadfuls", they had no claim to literary brilliance but offered readers entertainment and excitement in the form of vice, poverty, wealth, virtue, mystery, romance and scandal in every combination and reached a mass audience. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1847 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-london-vol-iii-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
mysteries london best selling novel mid victorian england published four volumes third volume initially serialized weekly installments forerunners today s soap operas known penny dreadfuls claim literary brilliance offered readers entertainment excitement form vice poverty wealth virtue mystery romance scandal every combination reached mass audience summary lynne thompson |
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11374 |
12045 |
Modern Monologues |
Marjorie Benton Cooke |
Plays |
The monologue is a character study in little; the apotheosis of a chosen individuality. All the little studies in this book have stood the test of trial before varied audiences. - Summary by Marjorie Benton Cooke, Author<BR>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br/>\n<br><strong>Cast</strong> (of sketches with more than 2 readers):<br>\n<B>Sketch 5 - What the janitor heard</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Mrs Northrup, Hulda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>Mr Reynolds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Bobby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\n\n<B>Sketch 9 - When shades assemble</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a >Tomas Peter</a><br>Lady Macbeth, Portia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>Juliet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Ophelia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n\n<B>Sketch 10 - Over the coffee-cups</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Mr Meek: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Mrs Tenbrook: <a >Sonia</a><BR>Carol Kendal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n\n<B>Sketch 11 - From long ago to now</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br> Reginald, Billy Norton: <a >Tomas Peter</a><br>Angelina, Joan Dascott: <a >TJ Burns</a><BR>\n\n<B>Sketch 14 - Below stairs</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a >Eva Davis</a><br>Butler: <a >Tomas Peter</a><br>Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\n\n<B>Sketch 18 - At mme Newberry’s</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a >Tomas Peter</a><br>Mrs Payson de Sleyster, Elmira Beechum: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>Stuttering young woman, Dressy young woman: <a >Emma Charlotte</a><br>Pearl the Child Wonder: <a >TJ Burns</a><BR>\n\n<B>Sketch 19 - How it happened</B><BR>\nStage Directions: <a >Tomas Peter</a><br>Miss Audrey Gay: <a >Emma Charlotte</a><br>Mr John Marvel: <a >Chuck Williamson</a><BR>\n\n<B>Sketch 20 - When morning breaks</B><BR>\nStage Directions, Jimmy: <a >Nemo</a><br>Mother: <a >Emma Charlotte</a><br>Molly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n\n<B>Sketch 21 - Who’s afraid?</B><BR>\nStage Directions, Jimmy: <a >Nemo</a><br>Mother: <a >Emma Charlotte</a><br>Molly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/modern-monologues-by-marjorie-benton-cooke/ |
monologue character study little apotheosis chosen individuality little studies book stood test trial varied audiences summary marjorie benton cooke author br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br strong cast strong of sketches 2 readers br b sketch 5 janitor heard b br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mrs northrup hulda a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br mr reynolds a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br bobby a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br b sketch 9 shades assemble b br stage directions a tomas peter a br lady macbeth portia a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br juliet a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br ophelia a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br b sketch 10 coffee cups b br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr meek a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mrs tenbrook a sonia a br carol kendal a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br b sketch 11 long ago now b br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br reginald billy norton a tomas peter a br angelina joan dascott a tj burns a br b sketch 14 stairs b br stage directions a eva davis a br butler a tomas peter a br maid a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br b sketch 18 mme newberry s b br stage directions a tomas peter a br mrs payson de sleyster elmira beechum a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br stuttering young woman dressy young woman a emma charlotte a br pearl child wonder a tj burns a br b sketch 19 happened b br stage directions a tomas peter a br miss audrey gay a emma charlotte a br mr john marvel a chuck williamson a br b sketch 20 morning breaks b br stage directions jimmy a nemo a br mother a emma charlotte a br molly a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br b sketch 21 who s afraid b br stage directions jimmy a nemo a br mother a emma charlotte a br molly a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br |
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12046 |
Molly Brown's Sophomore Days |
Nell Speed |
Children's Fiction |
Molly Brown returns to her second year of college at Wellington. Along with her friends at Queen's Cottage, she struggles and triumphs over ordinary (for the day) trials and tribulations of a young woman on her own in a University setting. Summary by Debbie R. Baker Robinson.\n<BR><BR>\nPrevious book in the series: <a href="https://librivox.org/molly-browns-freshman-days-by-nell-speed/">Molly Brown's Freshman Days</a><BR>\nNext book in series: audiobook in progress, not yet available. |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/molly-browns-sophomore-days-by-nell-speed/ |
molly brown returns second year college wellington along friends queen s cottage struggles triumphs ordinary for day trials tribulations young woman university setting summary debbie r baker robinson br br previous book series a href https librivox org molly browns freshman days by nell speed molly brown s freshman days a br next book series audiobook progress yet available |
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11376 |
12047 |
Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Years 1799-1804, Vol.3 |
Aimé Bonpland |
Nature, Science, Travel & Geography |
Volume 3, the final volume of the “Personal Narrative”, records the travels of Alexander von Humboldt and the botanist Aimé Bonpland in South and Central America, and the Caribbean. In this volume, they start at Angostura, the capital at that time of Spanish Guiana, where both required recuperation from serious febrile disease contracted on their journey on the Orinoco. Once well, they recommenced their travels, returning across Spanish Guiana and Venezuela to the coastal settlement of Nueva Barcelona, from whence they departed for Cuba and further travels in the Caribbean. As in the previous volumes, von Humboldt describes their travel with a narrative that is expressively descriptive of people, plants, animals and geology. Volume 3 also discusses slavery in Cuba and provides a geological description of South America north of the Amazon and east of the northern region of the Andes. (summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/personal-narrative-of-travels1799-1804-3-by-alexander-von-humboldt/ |
volume 3 final volume personal narrative records travels alexander von humboldt botanist aimé bonpland south central america caribbean volume start angostura capital time spanish guiana required recuperation serious febrile disease contracted journey orinoco well recommenced travels returning across spanish guiana venezuela coastal settlement nueva barcelona whence departed cuba travels caribbean previous volumes von humboldt describes travel narrative expressively descriptive people plants animals geology volume 3 also discusses slavery cuba provides geological description south america north amazon east northern region andes summary gail timmerman vaughan |
| 11424 |
11377 |
12048 |
Boy Scouts in the Maine Woods |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
The Silver Fox Patrol is headed for the Maine woods for their next adventure! The trip will including hunting and fire starting, and a few more surprises along the way! When some unexpected guests crash their camp, the boys will have to keep their wits in order save the day, and their trip.\n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of many pseudonyms used by St George Rathborne.\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-in-the-maine-woods-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
silver fox patrol headed maine woods next adventure trip including hunting fire starting surprises along way unexpected guests crash camp boys keep wits order save day trip br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms used st george rathborne |
| 11425 |
11378 |
12049 |
Tales of Laughter |
Nora Archibald Smith |
Short works |
Time to exercise your funny bone. This fun collection of stories from around the world will make children of all ages smile and chuckle. A LAUGHING SONG\nWhen the greenwoods laugh with the voice of joy,\nAnd the dimpling stream runs laughing by;\nWhen the air does laugh with our merry wit,\nAnd the green hill laughs with the noise of it;\nWhen the meadows laugh with lively green,\nAnd the grasshopper laughs in the merry scene;\nWhen Mary and Susan and Emily\nWith their sweet round mouths sing “Ha, ha, he!”\nWhen the painted birds laugh in the shade,\nWhere our table with cherries and nuts is spread;\nCome live and be merry and join with me\nTo sing the sweet chorus of “Ha, ha, he!”\nWilliam Blake. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-laughter-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
time exercise funny bone fun collection stories around world make children ages smile chuckle laughing song greenwoods laugh voice joy dimpling stream runs laughing by air laugh merry wit green hill laughs noise it meadows laugh lively green grasshopper laughs merry scene mary susan emily sweet round mouths sing ha ha he painted birds laugh shade table cherries nuts spread come live merry join sing sweet chorus ha ha he william blake summary lynne thompson |
| 11426 |
11379 |
12050 |
Seasons' Comfort |
Robert Laurence Binyon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Robert Laurence Binyon, was an English poet, dramatist and art scholar. His most famous work, For the Fallen, is well known for being used in Remembrance Sunday services. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-seasons-comfort-by-robert-laurence-binyon/ |
robert laurence binyon english poet dramatist art scholar famous work fallen well known used remembrance sunday services summary wikipedia |
| 11427 |
11381 |
12052 |
Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century |
Agnes Mary Clerke |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
A Popular History of Astronomy during the Nineteenth Century was thought to be Agnes Mary Clerke's greatest work. It covers developments made in the field of astronomy during the nineteenth century and is still used by scholars today who study the history of astrophysics. The book details the career of William Herschel, covers the discovery and development of spectral analysis and progress made on the understanding on sun spots. Margaret Lindsay Huggins, who wrote Clerke's biography, said of the work, "it deserves to live, and it most assuredly will live." (Summary by MillionMoments) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/a-popular-history-of-astronomy-during-the-nineteenth-century-by-agnes-mary-clerke/ |
popular history astronomy nineteenth century thought agnes mary clerke s greatest work covers developments made field astronomy nineteenth century still used scholars today study history astrophysics book details career william herschel covers discovery development spectral analysis progress made understanding sun spots margaret lindsay huggins wrote clerke s biography said work it deserves live assuredly live summary millionmoments |
| 11428 |
11382 |
12053 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 050 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Seventeen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include science and natural history--the donkey, forestry, grape vines, astronomy, historian Agnes Mary Clerke, and Greek botanist Theophrastus ; philosophy-- Nicholas of Cusa and Emmanuel Kant; Sommerset Maugham's reminiscences of Spain; Joseph Conrad's sea stories; an encounter with a long-ago companion who has contracted leprosy (Joe of Lahaina); working in the dead-letter office; a dinner the painter Benjamin Hayden hosted for Wordsworth, Keats, and Charles Lamb; a portrait of Margaret Fuller by R.W. Emerson; a 19th century account of English character written for the Chinese; and celebrations of American ideals of freedom and self government--Makers of the Flag, An Oration on Thomas Paine, and Thomas Jefferson's 4th of July letter. - summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-050-by-various/ |
seventeen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include science natural history the donkey forestry grape vines astronomy historian agnes mary clerke greek botanist theophrastus philosophy nicholas cusa emmanuel kant sommerset maugham s reminiscences spain joseph conrad s sea stories encounter long ago companion contracted leprosy joe lahaina working dead letter office dinner painter benjamin hayden hosted wordsworth keats charles lamb portrait margaret fuller r w emerson 19th century account english character written chinese celebrations american ideals freedom self government makers flag oration thomas paine thomas jefferson s 4th july letter summary sue anderson |
| 11429 |
11383 |
12054 |
Mushrooms on the Moor |
Frank W. Boreham |
Christianity - Other |
A series of essays exhorting us with wit and humor to retain our childlike sense of wonder and delight in the world that God has made. A delightful and practical collection that teaches us to find and value the joy of life and faith. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mushrooms-on-the-moor-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
series essays exhorting us wit humor retain childlike sense wonder delight world god made delightful practical collection teaches us find value joy life faith summary devorah allen |
| 11430 |
11384 |
12055 |
Marvels of Scientific Invention |
Thomas W. Corbin |
Technology & Engineering |
This is a chronicle of the 19 most interesting inventions of the early 20th century. Some of the inventions are still in use and of considerable impact today, while others are examples of the strong belief in progress prevalent at the time would probably be frowned upon today. In this way, the author's account of how ice was made at the time will still be very interesting for readers today, but an account of how dynamite was going to be used in farming may be seen as humorous to the contemporary reader. The subjects are as varied as science herself is, and any reader and listener should find a subject matching his or her own taste. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/marvels-of-scientific-invention-by-thomas-w-corbin/ |
chronicle 19 interesting inventions early 20th century inventions still use considerable impact today others examples strong belief progress prevalent time would probably frowned upon today way author s account ice made time still interesting readers today account dynamite going used farming may seen humorous contemporary reader subjects varied science is reader listener find subject matching taste summary carolin |
| 11431 |
11385 |
12056 |
LibriVox 12th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
General Fiction, *Non-fiction |
"<i>LibriVox is a hope, an experiment, and a question: can the net harness a bunch of volunteers to bring books in the public domain to life..."\n</i>Hugh McGuire, LibriVox's founder, August 9, 2005<br /><br />This year is the 12th anniversary of our beloved LibriVox. The readings in this collection celebrate that "bunch of volunteers" who make up the worldwide LibriVox community. The readings are held together by their connection to the words "twelve" or "dozen" The collection is multilingual. The selections, which are chosen by the readers, include fiction, nonfiction, poems, short stories, and articles.<br /><br /><b>Cast list for "The Baker's Dozen"</b><br />Major Richard Dumbarton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Mrs. Carewe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Mrs. Paly-Paget: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3003">Sue Anderson</a><br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3645">MaryAnn Spiegel</a><br><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-12th-anniversary-collection/ |
i librivox hope experiment question net harness bunch volunteers bring books public domain life i hugh mcguire librivox s founder august 9 2005 br br this year 12th anniversary beloved librivox readings collection celebrate bunch volunteers make worldwide librivox community readings held together connection words twelve dozen collection multilingual selections chosen readers include fiction nonfiction poems short stories articles br br b cast list the baker s dozen b br major richard dumbarton a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br mrs carewe a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br mrs paly paget a href https librivox org reader 3003 sue anderson a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 3645 maryann spiegel a br br |
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11386 |
12057 |
Superwomen |
Albert Payson Terhune |
Biography & Autobiography |
In this 1916 work, Albert Payson Terhune introduces twelve immensely influential women, whose actions influenced world history. Terhune chooses well-known figures whose stories are as much myth as history, like Cleopatra and Helen of Troy, artists such as George Sand, and a number of ladies whose names are not so well-known today, because their work was not immediately visible to the uninitiated. All stories will be interested to the modern feminist, and each reader and listener should be able to find a personal heroine among these select twelve. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/superwomen-by-albert-payson-terhune/ |
1916 work albert payson terhune introduces twelve immensely influential women whose actions influenced world history terhune chooses well known figures whose stories much myth history like cleopatra helen troy artists george sand number ladies whose names well known today work immediately visible uninitiated stories interested modern feminist reader listener able find personal heroine among select twelve summary carolin |
| 11433 |
11388 |
12059 |
In Search of the Unknown |
Robert W. Chambers |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Robert Chambers was a contemporary of Lovecraft, and this book consists of "weird supernatural tales" in a somewhat similar manner, except that the emphasis is on humor rather than horror. The narrator works for the newly opened Bronx Zoo in New York. He describes his adventures trying to obtain various rare specimens for the zoo's collection, animals that range from the merely extinct to the considerably more unusual. Along the way, he invariably finds a beautiful woman to fall in love with. (Summary by Peter Eastman) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/in-search-of-the-unknown-by-robert-w-chambers/ |
robert chambers contemporary lovecraft book consists weird supernatural tales somewhat similar manner except emphasis humor rather horror narrator works newly opened bronx zoo new york describes adventures trying obtain various rare specimens zoo s collection animals range merely extinct considerably unusual along way invariably finds beautiful woman fall love with summary peter eastman |
| 11434 |
11389 |
12060 |
Wheels - The First Cycle |
Nancy Cunard |
Poetry |
A series of six volumes of Wheels anthologies was produced by members of the Sitwell family, the first in 1916. Apart from Edith, Osbert and Sacheverell Sitwell, the poets represented in the series include Nancy Cunard, whose family founded the Cunard shipping line, Aldous Huxley and Wilferd Owen, as well as a number of more obscure writers. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-first-cycle-by-edith-sitwell/ |
series six volumes wheels anthologies produced members sitwell family first 1916 apart edith osbert sacheverell sitwell poets represented series include nancy cunard whose family founded cunard shipping line aldous huxley wilferd owen well number obscure writers summary algy pug |
| 11435 |
11390 |
12061 |
Key Note |
Clara Louise Burnham |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Love blooms amid the gorgeous scenery of an island off the coast of Maine as a group of vacationers discover an abused boy and set out to rescue him. This 1921 novel is another lovely creation by author Clara Louise Burnham. - Summary by Christi Lupher |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-key-note-by-clara-louise-burnham/ |
love blooms amid gorgeous scenery island coast maine group vacationers discover abused boy set rescue him 1921 novel another lovely creation author clara louise burnham summary christi lupher |
| 11436 |
11391 |
12062 |
Monte-Cristo's Daughter |
Edmund Flagg |
Historical Fiction |
"Monte-Cristo's Daughter," a wonderfully brilliant, original, exciting and absorbing novel, is the Sequel to "The Count of Monte-Cristo," Alexander Dumas' masterwork, and the continuation and conclusion of that great romance, "Edmond Dantès." It possesses rare power, unflagging interest and an intricate plot that for constructive skill and efficient development stands unrivalled. Zuleika, the beautiful daughter of Monte-Cristo and Haydée, is the heroine, and her suitor, the Viscount Giovanni Massetti, an ardent, impetuous young Roman, the hero. The latter, through a flirtation with a pretty flower-girl, Annunziata Solara, becomes involved in a maze of suspicion that points to him as an abductor and an assassin, causes his separation from Zuleika and converts him into a maniac. The straightening out of these tangled complications constitutes the main theme of the thrilling book. The novel abounds in ardent love scenes and stirring adventures. The Count of Monte-Cristo figures largely in it, and numerous Monte-Cristo characters are introduced. |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/monte-cristos-daughter-by-edmund-flagg/ |
monte cristo s daughter wonderfully brilliant original exciting absorbing novel sequel the count monte cristo alexander dumas masterwork continuation conclusion great romance edmond dantès possesses rare power unflagging interest intricate plot constructive skill efficient development stands unrivalled zuleika beautiful daughter monte cristo haydée heroine suitor viscount giovanni massetti ardent impetuous young roman hero latter flirtation pretty flower girl annunziata solara becomes involved maze suspicion points abductor assassin causes separation zuleika converts maniac straightening tangled complications constitutes main theme thrilling book novel abounds ardent love scenes stirring adventures count monte cristo figures largely it numerous monte cristo characters introduced |
| 11437 |
11392 |
12063 |
Smoke Eaters |
Harvey Jerrold O'Higgins |
*Non-fiction |
This book vividly brings to life the unimaginable risks of fire-fighting and the bravery and personal interactions of Captain Meaghan and the crew of Hook & Ladder Company No. 0 in New York City. \nA 1905 review in the New York Times notes: \n“’The Smoke-Eaters’…is one of those rare good treats that fall to the reviewer’s lot…. There is enough humor and pathos of a grim and rugged sort, enough tense life and excitement and thrilling heroism to make a dozen...of the ordinary run of books, and it is all told with a straightforward simplicity that well accords with the single-hearted devotion to duty of the men who...‘eat smoke and spit black buttons’…. Not only are they the best sort of stories about firemen, but some of them would stand as models of all that any short story should be – so compact, so restrained, and yet possessed of a vigor and force that keep expectation keyed to the highest tension.” \nA pdf of the FULL REVIEW may be accessed \n<a href="http://query.nytimes.com/mem/archive-free/pdf?res=9804E7D91738EF32A25756C2A9659C946497D6CF">here</a>:\n– Lee Smalley |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-smoke-eaters-by-harvey-jerrold-ohiggins/ |
book vividly brings life unimaginable risks fire fighting bravery personal interactions captain meaghan crew hook ladder company no 0 new york city 1905 review new york times notes the smoke eaters is one rare good treats fall reviewer s lot enough humor pathos grim rugged sort enough tense life excitement thrilling heroism make dozen of ordinary run books told straightforward simplicity well accords single hearted devotion duty men who eat smoke spit black buttons best sort stories firemen would stand models short story compact restrained yet possessed vigor force keep expectation keyed highest tension pdf full review may accessed a href http query nytimes com mem archive free pdf res 9804e7d91738ef32a25756c2a9659c946497d6cf here a lee smalley |
| 11438 |
11393 |
12064 |
leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn - deel 3 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Na de beschrijving van de ideale Nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw (Maurits Lijnslager) en de ideale Nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw (Hillegonda Buisman) nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte Nederlander uit de 18de eeuw. Johannes maakt in dit deel werk van een schoon, jong, fris Fries meisje .... (samenvatting door Marcel Coenders)<BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 1</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 2</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 4</a><BR><BR> |
Dutch |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
na de beschrijving van de ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw maurits lijnslager en de ideale nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw hillegonda buisman nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte nederlander uit de 18de eeuw johannes maakt dit deel werk van een schoon jong fris fries meisje samenvatting door marcel coenders br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 1 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 1 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 2 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 2 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 4 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 4 a br br |
| 11439 |
12320 |
13020 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 038 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<br>A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, vampires, huge rats and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. <br><br><i>Note: Part 3 of Herbert West was intentionally skipped. </i><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-038/ |
br a collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties vampires huge rats things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual br br i note part 3 herbert west intentionally skipped i br br |
| 11440 |
11394 |
12065 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 01. January 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the January Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>The Gold Coast, Ashanti, and Kumassi, by George K. French</li>\n<li>All Around the Bay of Passamaquoddy, by Albert S. Gatschet</li>\n<li>Return of the Hourst Niger Expedition, by Ernest de Sasseville</li>\n<li>Geographic Serials, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>The National Geographic Society: Synopsis of a course of lectures on the effects of geographic environment in developing the civilization of the world, by Gardiner G. Hubbard</li></ul>\nalong with Geographic Notes, and Miscellanea.<br/> <br/> \n<br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-01-january-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly january number br br includes following articles br br ul li the gold coast ashanti kumassi george k french li li all around bay passamaquoddy albert s gatschet li li return hourst niger expedition ernest de sasseville li li geographic serials henry gannett li li the national geographic society synopsis course lectures effects geographic environment developing civilization world gardiner g hubbard li ul along geographic notes miscellanea br br br |
| 11441 |
11395 |
12066 |
Story of Eclipses |
George F. Chambers |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
Solar eclipses have both frightened and fascinated humankind for thousands of years. At first believed to be caused by angry gods punishing the people on Earth, we now know that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and fully or partially covers the Sun. Ever since scientists were able to predict the next solar eclipse, people - at least the less superstitious ones - wanted to go there and see it for themselves. <br>\n\nThis book, published in 1899, was written for potential spectators of the total eclipse of the Sun on May 28, 1900. It deals with the science behind solar eclipses and their prediction, and lists a number of known historic eclipses from antiquity to the 19th century. Also included are eclipses mentioned in books, strange customs surrounding the eclipses, and how best to watch one. (Summary by Ava) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-eclipses-by-george-f-chambers/ |
solar eclipses frightened fascinated humankind thousands years first believed caused angry gods punishing people earth know solar eclipse occurs moon passes earth sun fully partially covers sun ever since scientists able predict next solar eclipse people least less superstitious ones wanted go see themselves br book published 1899 written potential spectators total eclipse sun may 28 1900 deals science behind solar eclipses prediction lists number known historic eclipses antiquity 19th century also included eclipses mentioned books strange customs surrounding eclipses best watch one summary ava |
| 11442 |
11396 |
12067 |
Things Seen in Venice |
Lonsdale Ragg |
Travel & Geography |
Venice, once among the most powerful states of the Western world, now a much-visited but still romantic city of canals, architecture and art. Most European cities have changed so much that a 1920 guidebook would be of little practical use, but not so Venice. Lonsdale and Laura Ragg were residents of the city - where Lonsdale was chaplain of St. George's English church from 1905 to 1909 - and they knew it well. Their guide brings its buildings and canals, its campi and its hidden campielli, to life in a surprisingly contemporary way. Try listening to Chapter 2 as your vaporetto chugs along the Grand Canal from the railway station to the Rialto bridge, only slightly faster than it would have done a hundred years ago! ( Phil Benson) Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/things-seen-in-venice-by-lonsdale-ragg/ |
venice among powerful states western world much visited still romantic city canals architecture art european cities changed much 1920 guidebook would little practical use venice lonsdale laura ragg residents city lonsdale chaplain st george s english church 1905 1909 knew well guide brings buildings canals campi hidden campielli life surprisingly contemporary way try listening chapter 2 vaporetto chugs along grand canal railway station rialto bridge slightly faster would done hundred years ago phil benson summary phil benson |
| 11443 |
11397 |
12068 |
Rover Boys on Land and Sea |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Action & Adventure |
The Boys are off on another series of adventures, beginning in San Francisco, where a run in with arch-enemy Dan Baxter leads them into the South Seas with their girlfriends in tow. Several ship mishaps later, they all land on a desert island to become turn of the last century Crusoes. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-on-land-and-sea-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
boys another series adventures beginning san francisco run arch enemy dan baxter leads south seas girlfriends tow several ship mishaps later land desert island become turn last century crusoes summary matt pierard |
| 11444 |
11398 |
12069 |
Cupid's Whirligig |
Edward Sharpham |
Comedy |
Cupid's Whirligig is a city comedy: a play in colloquial language dealing with the everyday life of London's citizens. A knight, Sir Timothy Troublesome, suspects his wife of cheating on him and, to prove that any children she bears are not his own, decides to 'geld' himself. Meanwhile, the young Lord Nonsuch dreams of bedding the knight's wife, and in disguise enters the Troublesomes' employ as a servant. Cupid descends from the heavens to cast a love spell on the citizens of London and, by the last act, one character loves another, who loves another, and so on until the last loves the first: a "Cupid's whirligig". The knight's faithful servant, Wages, hatches a plot to match each man with his proper wife. - Summary by Rob Board<br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nCupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nOld Lord Nonsuch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\nAlderman Venter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nSir Timothy Troublesome: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br />\nLady Troublesome: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br />\nMaster Correction: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12812">Nigel Fisher</a><br />\nMistress Correction: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br />\nPeg, the Lady Troublesome's Kinswoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">Khand</a><br />\nNan, Old Venter's Daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nNucome, a Welsh Courtier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10537">Phil Birss</a><br />\nA Boy, Nucome's Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10458">ScarlettG</a><br />\nFour Scholars: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a><br />\nYoung Lord Nonsuch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nMaster Exhibition, the Inns-a-Court Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nWages, the Knight's Servingman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br />\nServingman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a></b><br /> |
English |
1607 |
https://librivox.org/cupids-whirligig-by-edward-sharpham/ |
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Seven Sages and Delphic Maxims - Ἑπτὰ Σοφοὶ καὶ Δελφικὰ Παραγγέλματα |
Joannes Stobaeus |
Philosophy |
The Seven Sages of Hellas were philosophers, statesmen, and law-givers of the early sixth century BCE. They were well known for their wisdom.<br>\nThe Delphic Maxims are a set of 147 aphorisms inscribed at Delphi. It is said that they were given by god Apollo to the Delphi Oracle.<br>\nThe Seven Sages and Delphic Maxims are preserved in Joannes Stobaeus “Anthologium” (also “Florilegium”). Stobaeus attributes the Delphic Maxims not to God Apollo but to the Seven Sages, yet most scholars today believe that their original author is uncertain.<br>\nIn this audio book, the edition that has been used for the recording is the C. Wachsmuth& O. Hense (1912, Vol. III. I. 172-173).<br>\n(Summary by Maria Sozopoulou)<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nΟἱ Ἑπτὰ Σοφοὶ τῆς Ἐλλάδος ἦταν φιλόσοφοι, πολιτικοὶ καὶ νομοθέτες, οἱ ὁποῖοι ἔζησαν στὶς ἀρχὲς τοῦ ἕκτου αἰώνα π. Κ. Χ. καὶ ἦταν ξακουστοὶ γιὰ τὴν σοφία τους.<br>\nΤὰ Δελφικὰ Παραγγέλματα εἶναι μία συλλογὴ 147 ἀποφθεγμάτων, ποὺ ἦταν χαραγμένα στὸ Μαντεῖο τῶν Δελφῶν. Λέγεται ὅτι εἶχαν δοθεῖ στὸ Μαντεῖο ἀπὸ τὸν θεὸ Ἀπόλλωνα.<br>\nΟἱ Ἑπτὰ Σοφοὶ καὶ τὰ Δελφικὰ Παραγγέλματα ἔχουν διασωθεῖ στὸ «Ἀνθολόγιον» τοῦ Ἰωάννη Στοβαίου, ὁ ὁποῖος ἀποδίδει τὰ Δελφικὰ Παραγγέλματα στοὺς Ἑπτὰ Σοφούς. Οἱ περισσότεροι μελετητὲς σήμερα θεωροῦν ὅτι ὁ πραγματικὸς συγγραφέας τῶν Δελφικῶν Παραγγελμάτων εἶναι δύσκολο νὰ προσδιοριστεῖ.<br>\nΣὲ αὐτὸ τὸ ἠχητικὸ βιβλίο ἡ ἔκδοση τοῦ «Ἀνθολογίου», ποὺ χρησιμοποιήθηκε γιὰ τὴν ἠχογράφηση, εἶναι ἡ C. Wachsmuth& O. Hense (1912, Vol. III. I. 172-173).<br>\n |
Ancient Greek |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/seven-sages-and-delphic-maxims/ |
seven sages hellas philosophers statesmen law givers early sixth century bce well known wisdom br delphic maxims set 147 aphorisms inscribed delphi said given god apollo delphi oracle br seven sages delphic maxims preserved joannes stobaeus anthologium also florilegium stobaeus attributes delphic maxims god apollo seven sages yet scholars today believe original author uncertain br audio book edition used recording c wachsmuth o hense 1912 vol iii i 172 173 br summary maria sozopoulou br br br οἱ ἑπτὰ σοφοὶ τῆς ἐλλάδος ἦταν φιλόσοφοι πολιτικοὶ καὶ νομοθέτες οἱ ὁποῖοι ἔζησαν στὶς ἀρχὲς τοῦ ἕκτου αἰώνα π κ χ καὶ ἦταν ξακουστοὶ γιὰ τὴν σοφία τους br τὰ δελφικὰ παραγγέλματα εἶναι μία συλλογὴ 147 ἀποφθεγμάτων ποὺ ἦταν χαραγμένα στὸ μαντεῖο τῶν δελφῶν λέγεται ὅτι εἶχαν δοθεῖ στὸ μαντεῖο ἀπὸ τὸν θεὸ ἀπόλλωνα br οἱ ἑπτὰ σοφοὶ καὶ τὰ δελφικὰ παραγγέλματα ἔχουν διασωθεῖ στὸ ἀνθολόγιον τοῦ ἰωάννη στοβαίου ὁ ὁποῖος ἀποδίδει τὰ δελφικὰ παραγγέλματα στοὺς ἑπτὰ σοφούς οἱ περισσότεροι μελετητὲς σήμερα θεωροῦν ὅτι ὁ πραγματικὸς συγγραφέας τῶν δελφικῶν παραγγελμάτων εἶναι δύσκολο νὰ προσδιοριστεῖ br σὲ αὐτὸ τὸ ἠχητικὸ βιβλίο ἡ ἔκδοση τοῦ ἀνθολογίου ποὺ χρησιμοποιήθηκε γιὰ τὴν ἠχογράφηση εἶναι ἡ c wachsmuth o hense 1912 vol iii i 172 173 br |
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12071 |
Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada |
Clarence King |
Memoirs |
"Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada" is a memoir by Clarence King of his adventures and work with the California Geological Survey. King later led a major survey along the 40th Parallel in the American West and then was appointed the first director of the new U.S. Geological Survey.<br><br>King's 1872 "Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada" exhibits a modern sense of timing and insight, and his accounts of hand-and-foot rock climbing seem as fresh as last week's blog post. He was part of the Victorian wave of mountain-climbing that first scaled the highest world peaks in the mid-19th century and, as a scientist, was part of a similar wave of new theories and discoveries: Darwinian evolution, glaciers, volcanism, erosion, earthquakes, topographical techniques, and human ecology. California had just passed through the Gold Rush years, and further survey of the Sierra Nevada was desired to extend knowledge of California economic geography.<br><br>While listening to this historic book, please consult a supplemental web resource at http://melanie.mccalmont.org which provides 19th century references, photographs of Clarence King and the Sierras, geologic definitions, and links.<br><br>The book is arranged in 14 chapters, each with a distinct purpose. Chapter 1 'The Range' starts slowly as a geologic history and description of the Sierra Nevada, then switches midway to an adventure across the desert. Chapter 2 'The Forest' likewise starts at a slower pace as King describes in detail the pine and sequoia forest through which the corps of discovery moves, then switches to a human interest story of the Maidu Indians. Chapters 3, 4, 11, 12, and 13 are mountaineering stories at their finest, from a time when technical gear consisted of ropes and hob-nailed shoes only. Chapters 7 and 8 describes King's participation in the boundary survey of the new Yosemite National Park. Chapters 5, 6, 9, 10, and 14 are centered on human interest stories in the Sierra Nevada. (Melanie Schleeter McCalmont) <br><br> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/mountaineering-in-the-sierra-nevada-by-clarence-king/ |
mountaineering sierra nevada memoir clarence king adventures work california geological survey king later led major survey along 40th parallel american west appointed first director new u s geological survey br br king s 1872 mountaineering sierra nevada exhibits modern sense timing insight accounts hand and foot rock climbing seem fresh last week s blog post part victorian wave mountain climbing first scaled highest world peaks mid 19th century and scientist part similar wave new theories discoveries darwinian evolution glaciers volcanism erosion earthquakes topographical techniques human ecology california passed gold rush years survey sierra nevada desired extend knowledge california economic geography br br while listening historic book please consult supplemental web resource http melanie mccalmont org provides 19th century references photographs clarence king sierras geologic definitions links br br the book arranged 14 chapters distinct purpose chapter 1 the range starts slowly geologic history description sierra nevada switches midway adventure across desert chapter 2 the forest likewise starts slower pace king describes detail pine sequoia forest corps discovery moves switches human interest story maidu indians chapters 3 4 11 12 13 mountaineering stories finest time technical gear consisted ropes hob nailed shoes only chapters 7 8 describes king s participation boundary survey new yosemite national park chapters 5 6 9 10 14 centered human interest stories sierra nevada melanie schleeter mccalmont br br |
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11401 |
12072 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 4 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 4 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 6:38 - 7:24. |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-4-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 4 commentary st john s gospel covers john 6 38 7 24 |
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11402 |
12073 |
To The Men Who Went Down On The Titanic |
Margaret Steele Anderson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Margaret Steele Anderson's tribute to the men left on board the doomed ship, some of whom followed the "Women and children first" tradition of the sea. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-men-who-went-down-on-the-titanic-by-margaret-steele-anderson/ |
margaret steele anderson s tribute men left board doomed ship followed women children first tradition sea summary david lawrence |
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11403 |
12074 |
Beyond the Hills of Dream |
William Wilfred Campbell |
Poetry |
William Wilfred Campbell was a Canadian author and poet. Some of his poems are among the most famous Canadian poems of all time, and many contemporary Canadians interested in poetry may be familiar with one or two of his poems. The rest of his work is not very well-known today - a pitiful oversight. This collection contains 36 of his poems, and may serve as a good reintroduction into Campbell's poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-the-hills-of-dream-by-william-wilfred-campbell/ |
william wilfred campbell canadian author poet poems among famous canadian poems time many contemporary canadians interested poetry may familiar one two poems rest work well known today pitiful oversight collection contains 36 poems may serve good reintroduction campbell s poetry summary carolin |
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11404 |
12075 |
Metamorphosis (version 4) |
Franz Kafka |
Literary Fiction |
This story, about a man who wakes up transformed into a bug and the repercussions it has on his life and the people around him, has intrigued me for many years. The translation is by Ian Johnston, not the translator that is in Gutenberg; I like Johnston's more. \n What does it mean? [Spoiler possibly]In my mind it is not complicated at all and is most probably an autobiography of how Kafka himself had experienced his early life living with his parents. Kafka describes how he had experienced his parents’ financial and emotional exploitation's of him, to the point of detaching from them and thereby ceasing to be their son (the real metamorphosis). Gregor’s metamorphosis is that of Kafka’s being an obedient son, subserviently paying for his parents’ narcissistic needs with his own life, into being a disobedient one—as if he had become a ‘piece of vermin’. Gregor’s parents possessed a large sum of money in savings, which symbolizes the needlessness of Gregor’s exploitation. In other words, the parents did not love him for who he was, but for his loyal willingness to undergo this exploitation.\n\nReduced to vermin, Gregor can (or will) no longer financially benefit his parents. It is the parents that caused Gregor’s/Kafka’s metamorphosis. The debt Gregor intended to repay his parents symbolizes the emotional debt many adult children continue to feel towards their elderly parents for the love and care they have provided. Sister Grete, at first siding with her brother against their unfriendliest father, eventually switches sides after her brother’s metamorphosis, conveniently seizing first place in the sibling hierarchy, a reference to Kafka’s relationship with one of his siblings.\n\nThe reason why the book continues to enjoy popularity among large audiences of readers, in my opinion, is because they recognize themselves in Gregor Samsa, which makes it all the more astounding how many ‘expert’ interpretations attempt to distract students of Kafka away from the most likely one. I know that some of our absolute best LibriVox readers have already recorded this marvelous story but this but it has also been on my list of "yearn to record" things for a long time and for my personal and entirely selfish pleasure now is the time to do it before I get any older or another flood hits us. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-metamorphosis-version-4-by-franz-kafka/ |
story man wakes transformed bug repercussions life people around him intrigued many years translation ian johnston translator gutenberg like johnston s more mean spoiler possibly in mind complicated probably autobiography kafka experienced early life living parents kafka describes experienced parents financial emotional exploitation s him point detaching thereby ceasing son the real metamorphosis gregor s metamorphosis kafka s obedient son subserviently paying parents narcissistic needs life disobedient one as become piece vermin gregor s parents possessed large sum money savings symbolizes needlessness gregor s exploitation words parents love was loyal willingness undergo exploitation reduced vermin gregor or will longer financially benefit parents parents caused gregor s kafka s metamorphosis debt gregor intended repay parents symbolizes emotional debt many adult children continue feel towards elderly parents love care provided sister grete first siding brother unfriendliest father eventually switches sides brother s metamorphosis conveniently seizing first place sibling hierarchy reference kafka s relationship one siblings reason book continues enjoy popularity among large audiences readers opinion recognize gregor samsa makes astounding many expert interpretations attempt distract students kafka away likely one know absolute best librivox readers already recorded marvelous story also list yearn record things long time personal entirely selfish pleasure time get older another flood hits us |
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12076 |
It Could Be Anything |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
A science fiction story by the great Keith Laumer - what more needs to be said? - But I will say more nevertheless. A young man sets out from his rural town to see the world for himself. What is really over the next hill? What does a big city look like? Is there really an ocean? After all, we only have the testimony of others that tell us about these things. Full confidence and belief in himself, he boards the local train, falls asleep and then ..... finds himself alone, the three cars abandoned .... the engine is gone and the tracks; well, the tracks just end in the middle of a grain field. What is going on? What kind of reality is this? Or is what we 'know' just illusions and in fact, It Could Be Anything!!! Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/it-could-be-anything-by-keith-laumer/ |
science fiction story great keith laumer needs said say nevertheless young man sets rural town see world himself really next hill big city look like really ocean all testimony others tell us things full confidence belief himself boards local train falls asleep finds alone three cars abandoned engine gone tracks well tracks end middle grain field going on kind reality this know illusions fact could anything summary phil chenevert |
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12077 |
Story of Robin Hood |
Bertha Evangeline Bush |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"He was brave and kind and merry always, and all the English people—except England's oppressors—loved him with all their hearts and delighted in his adventures. The story of what he did was put into songs and sung at every fireside; and no man was better loved than this outlaw with a price upon his head.\nHere are a few stories of Robin Hood and his men, and a great many more may be found which are well worth your reading." - Summary by preface |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-robin-hood-by-bertha-evangeline-bush/ |
he brave kind merry always english people except england s oppressors loved hearts delighted adventures story put songs sung every fireside man better loved outlaw price upon head stories robin hood men great many may found well worth reading summary preface |
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12078 |
Tides |
John Drinkwater |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by John Drinkwater. The English poet and playwright was a close associate of, among others, Rupert Brooke, before World War I, and continued a successful career as author and playwright after the war and until his death in 1937. This is a small collection of only 19 of his earlier poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/tides-by-john-drinkwater/ |
volume poetry john drinkwater english poet playwright close associate of among others rupert brooke world war i continued successful career author playwright war death 1937 small collection 19 earlier poems summary carolin |
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11409 |
12080 |
Art Of Cookery Made Plain And Easy |
Hannah Glasse |
Modern (19th C) |
Although this recording has been made using the 1784 version, the original book of The Art of Cookery, Made Plain and Easy was first published by subscription in 1747 by Hannah Glasse and was a compilation of the recipes typical for British meals produced in the kitchens of the more affluent classes in the 1700s.\n<br><br>\nIt will become obvious to the reader (and listener) of this (audio)book that Hannah Glasse was a very experienced and consummate cook totally focussed on preparing and presenting a wholesome and varied range of fare for the family and guests of the household in the most economic and efficient manner possible.\n<br><br>\nIn the book’s foreword – ‘To The Reader’ - Hannah Glasse states that she has ‘not wrote in the high polite style’ but rather it is her intent to ‘instruct the lower sort’ in their own way. By writing in her practical no-nonsense manner she is able to instil confidence in anyone who follows her recipes and advice to be able to produce an almost infinite variety of meals using whatever ingredients are available at the time.\n<br><br>\nIf you are looking for recipes for ‘Fancy Food’ then this book is not for you. But if you are interested in discovering how some of the best, wholesome, ‘stick to your ribs’ meals were created, then join me in the kitchen to find out what some of the finest 18th century British cuisine has to offer.\n\n - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1784 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-cookery-made-plain-and-easy-by-hannah-glasse/ |
although recording made using 1784 version original book art cookery made plain easy first published subscription 1747 hannah glasse compilation recipes typical british meals produced kitchens affluent classes 1700s br br become obvious reader and listener audio book hannah glasse experienced consummate cook totally focussed preparing presenting wholesome varied range fare family guests household economic efficient manner possible br br book s foreword to reader hannah glasse states not wrote high polite style rather intent instruct lower sort way writing practical no nonsense manner able instil confidence anyone follows recipes advice able produce almost infinite variety meals using whatever ingredients available time br br looking recipes fancy food book you interested discovering best wholesome stick ribs meals created join kitchen find finest 18th century british cuisine offer summary steve c |
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12081 |
Tor, A Street Boy of Jerusalem |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Historical |
Tor is a young beggar living in the city of Jerusalem during the tumultuous time of the Roman occupation. Shouts of hope are the last thing this street boy expects when he witnesses Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey. Tor comes face to face with the man Jesus and from that moment his life is forever changed. With thievery, injustice, and brutality as the backdrop of this novel, Tor learns to trade his hatred for love, and what it means to be a follower of Christ. This novel is for ages eight and up. (Patrick Saville) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tor-a-street-boy-of-jerusalem-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
tor young beggar living city jerusalem tumultuous time roman occupation shouts hope last thing street boy expects witnesses jesus riding jerusalem donkey tor comes face face man jesus moment life forever changed thievery injustice brutality backdrop novel tor learns trade hatred love means follower christ novel ages eight up patrick saville |
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12082 |
Culture and Cooking; Or, Art in the Kitchen |
Catherine Owen |
Cooking |
This is not a cookery book. It makes no attempt to replace a good one; it is rather an effort to fill up the gap between you and your household oracle, whether she be one of those exasperating old friends who maddened our mother with their vagueness, or the newer and better lights of our own generation, the latest and best of all being a lady as well known for her novels as for her works on domestic economy—one more proof, if proof were needed, of the truth I endeavor to set forth—if somewhat tediously forgive me—in this little book: that cooking and cultivation are by no means antagonistic. Who does not remember with affectionate admiration Charlotte Bronté taking the eyes out of the potatoes stealthily, for fear of hurting the feelings of her purblind old servant; or Margaret Fuller shelling peas?<br></br>\n\nThe chief difficulty, I fancy, with women trying recipes is, that they fail and know not why they fail, and so become discouraged, and this is where I hope to step in. But although this is not a cookery book, insomuch as it does not deal chiefly with recipes, I shall yet give a few; but only when they are, or I believe them to be, better than those in general use, or good things little known, or supposed to belong to the domain of a French chef, of which I have introduced a good many. Should I succeed in making things that were obscure before clear to a few women, I shall be as proud as was Mme. de Genlis when she boasts in her Memoirs that she has taught six new dishes to a German housewife. Six new dishes! When Brillat-Savarin says: "He who has invented one new dish has done more for the pleasure of mankind than he who has discovered a star." - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/culture-and-cooking-or-art-in-the-kitchen-by-catherine-owen/ |
cookery book makes attempt replace good one rather effort fill gap household oracle whether one exasperating old friends maddened mother vagueness newer better lights generation latest best lady well known novels works domestic economy one proof proof needed truth endeavor set forth if somewhat tediously forgive me in little book cooking cultivation means antagonistic remember affectionate admiration charlotte bronté taking eyes potatoes stealthily fear hurting feelings purblind old servant margaret fuller shelling peas br br chief difficulty fancy women trying recipes is fail know fail become discouraged hope step in although cookery book insomuch deal chiefly recipes shall yet give few are believe be better general use good things little known supposed belong domain french chef introduced good many succeed making things obscure clear women shall proud mme de genlis boasts memoirs taught six new dishes german housewife six new dishes brillat savarin says he invented one new dish done pleasure mankind discovered star summary preface |
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12083 |
Six Cups of Coffee |
Various |
Cooking |
It is not much to say that nine-tenths of that decoction which passes under the name of coffee, is unworthy to be so called, and that many persons live and die without ever tasting a really good cup of that delicious beverage.\n<br></br>\nAs a nation, the American people want the best of everything, and intend to have that best. Furthermore, they are very properly and intelligently eager to turn it to the greatest advantage. But what avails the best raw material if it be not prepared in such a manner as to develop and secure its subtle, delicate, volatile and enlivening qualities? The very same ingredients may be injurious and depressing, or wholesome and exhilarating, according to the way in which they are treated.\n<br></br>\nThe six cups of coffee offered to the reader, by six of the foremost authorities regarding cooking, will bring a new and healthful stimulus to prepare that refreshing drink in a manner which shall leave nothing to be desired. They are not made from old grounds re-heated for the occasion, but are as fresh as the intelligence and the experience which have produced them.\n<br></br>\nA country which expends nearly thirty-five millions of dollars each year for the aromatic berry, can well afford to study the best methods of extracting its desirable qualities.\n<br></br>\nIn those family circles where Good Housekeeping is the rule, not the exception, it is to be hoped that this little book will be welcomed as a useful friend and interesting companion. - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/six-cups-of-coffee-by-various/ |
much say nine tenths decoction passes name coffee unworthy called many persons live die without ever tasting really good cup delicious beverage br br nation american people want best everything intend best furthermore properly intelligently eager turn greatest advantage avails best raw material prepared manner develop secure subtle delicate volatile enlivening qualities ingredients may injurious depressing wholesome exhilarating according way treated br br six cups coffee offered reader six foremost authorities regarding cooking bring new healthful stimulus prepare refreshing drink manner shall leave nothing desired made old grounds re heated occasion fresh intelligence experience produced them br br country expends nearly thirty five millions dollars year aromatic berry well afford study best methods extracting desirable qualities br br family circles good housekeeping rule exception hoped little book welcomed useful friend interesting companion summary preface |
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11413 |
12084 |
Pig Brother and Other Fables and Stories |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Here are some really amusing stories and fables told with delightful wit. Some poke fun at human foibles and some are there for the simple joy of silliness. all read for you by the amazing LibriVox volunteers.- Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-pig-brother-and-other-fables-and-stories-by-laura-e-richards/ |
really amusing stories fables told delightful wit poke fun human foibles simple joy silliness read amazing librivox volunteers summary phil chenevert |
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11414 |
12085 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 068 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Another fantastic selection of 20 short stories selected by Librivox readers and read in English. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-068-by-various/ |
another fantastic selection 20 short stories selected librivox readers read english |
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11415 |
12086 |
Children's Wonder Book |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a wild mix of different children's stories by different authors. All lof the stories are original, and some of them use a well-known story and bring a novel and often humorous twist to it. Children of all ages and all different tastes should find something they particulalry like in this collection. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-childrens-wonder-book-by-various/ |
wild mix different children s stories different authors lof stories original use well known story bring novel often humorous twist it children ages different tastes find something particulalry like collection summary carolin |
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11416 |
12087 |
English Fairy Tales |
Flora Annie Steel |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a selection of the most well-known fairy tales told in England. It contains such very famous stories as Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding-hood, but also some stories that are not included in every other collection of fairy tales. Therefore, children listening to this collection will be able to find their old favourites and discover something new as well. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/english-fairy-tales-by-flora-annie-steel/ |
selection well known fairy tales told england contains famous stories jack beanstalk little red riding hood also stories included every collection fairy tales therefore children listening collection able find old favourites discover something new well summary carolin |
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11432 |
12103 |
Camp Fire Girls at Sunrise Hill |
Margaret Vandercook |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Betty Ashton is so very bored! She is in her home, wanting something interesting to do, when she meets her new companion, Esther Clark. Esther has just arrived at the request of Mrs Ashton, to live with Betty and to help her in whatever way she needs. When the idea of becoming Camp Fire Girls is brought up by Esther, both their lives will change for the better. Adventure awaits! (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-camp-fire-girls-at-sunrise-hill-by-margaret-vandercook/ |
betty ashton bored home wanting something interesting do meets new companion esther clark esther arrived request mrs ashton live betty help whatever way needs idea becoming camp fire girls brought esther lives change better adventure awaits ann boulais |
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11417 |
12088 |
English as She is Spoke |
Pedro Carolino |
Humor, Writing & Linguistics |
<i>English as She is Spoke</i> is a 19th century Portuguese-to-English phrasebook that has become a classic of absurdist humor, owing chiefly to the apparent fact that its writer had absolutely no knowledge of English. It is thought that for utterly obscure reasons its unknown author, Pedro Carolino, used a dictionary to translate Portuguese words to French, then a second dictionary to convert French to English, producing an incoherent but hilarious result. Mark Twain said of this book, "Nobody can add to the absurdity of this book, nobody can imitate it successfully, nobody can hope to produce its fellow; it is perfect." - Summary by J A Carter |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/english-as-she-is-spoke-by-pedro-carolino/ |
i english spoke i 19th century portuguese to english phrasebook become classic absurdist humor owing chiefly apparent fact writer absolutely knowledge english thought utterly obscure reasons unknown author pedro carolino used dictionary translate portuguese words french second dictionary convert french english producing incoherent hilarious result mark twain said book nobody add absurdity book nobody imitate successfully nobody hope produce fellow perfect summary j carter |
| 11464 |
11418 |
12089 |
King and Parliament (A.D. 1603-1714) |
George Henry Wakeling |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
This slim volume by the Oxford University lecturer, George Henry Wakeling, deals with the period in British history from the reign of King James I through the death of Queen Anne. The story begins with England, transformed by the Protestant Reformation and keen to confront Catholic Spain, but burdened by a monarch unequal to national ambitions. Wakeling portrays the subsequent battles for dominance between the contending Protestant sects and chronicles the struggle for sovereignty between the British Crown and the emerging power of Parliament. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/king-and-parliament-by-george-henry-wakeling/ |
slim volume oxford university lecturer george henry wakeling deals period british history reign king james death queen anne story begins england transformed protestant reformation keen confront catholic spain burdened monarch unequal national ambitions wakeling portrays subsequent battles dominance contending protestant sects chronicles struggle sovereignty british crown emerging power parliament summary pamela nagami |
| 11465 |
11419 |
12090 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 04: Juan |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El evangelio según Juan se considera uno de los 10 libros más leídos de la Biblia, por lo que a mi respecta, es mi favorito y te invito a que lo leas con una mente abierta, no solo una vez, sino varias veces, ya que cada vez que lo lees Dios te habla de una manera personal y te muestra cosas que no viste antes. <br/><br/>\n \nJuan escribió su evangelio para persuadir a la gente a creer en Jesús. En sus versos iniciales declara que Jesús es Dios, enfatizando su relación única con Dios el Padre. Se concentra en siete milagros de Jesús para demostrar su divinidad. Jesús invitó a la gente a tener fe en él, prometiendo la vida eterna. Él demostró que podía dar vida levantando a Lázaro y a través de su propia muerte y resurrección. Juan presenta las siete declaraciones de "yo soy" de Cristo, su encuentro con Nicodemo y la mujer samaritana, sus enseñanzas en el cenáculo, el lavado de los pies a sus discípulos y su oración sacerdotal (capítulo 17). Juan también incluye el resumen más conocido del evangelio (Juan 3:16). \nSe cree que este evangelio fue escrito alrededor del año 85 dC.<br/><br/>\n==========================\n <br/><br/>\nThe Gospel according to John is considered one of the 10 most widely read books in the Bible, as far as I'm concerned, it is my favorite, and I invite you to read it with an open mind, not just once, but several times, since every time you read it, God speaks to you in a personal way and shows you things that you have not seen before.\n <br/><br/>\nJohn wrote his gospel to persuade people to believe in Jesus. From the opening verses he declares that Jesus is God, emphasizing his unique relationship with God the Father. It focuses on seven of Jesus’ Miracles to prove His divinity. Jesus called people to have faith in Him, promising eternal life. He proved that he could bring life by raising Lazarus and by his own death and resurrection. John presents the seven statements of "I am" of Christ, his encounter with Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman, his teachings in the upper room and the washing of the disciples' feet and His priestly prayer (chapter 17). John also includes the best-known gospel summary (John 3:16). \nIt is believed that this gospel was written about AD 85.\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett. |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-04-juan-by-reina-valera/ |
el evangelio según juan se considera uno de los 10 libros más leídos de la biblia por lo que mi respecta es mi favorito te invito que lo leas con una mente abierta solo una vez sino varias veces ya que cada vez que lo lees dios te habla de una manera personal te muestra cosas que viste antes br br juan escribió su evangelio para persuadir la gente creer en jesús en sus versos iniciales declara que jesús es dios enfatizando su relación única con dios el padre se concentra en siete milagros de jesús para demostrar su divinidad jesús invitó la gente tener fe en él prometiendo la vida eterna él demostró que podía dar vida levantando lázaro través de su propia muerte resurrección juan presenta las siete declaraciones de yo soy de cristo su encuentro con nicodemo la mujer samaritana sus enseñanzas en el cenáculo el lavado de los pies sus discípulos su oración sacerdotal capítulo 17 juan también incluye el resumen más conocido del evangelio juan 3 16 se cree que este evangelio fue escrito alrededor del año 85 dc br br br br gospel according john considered one 10 widely read books bible far i m concerned favorite invite read open mind once several times since every time read it god speaks personal way shows things seen before br br john wrote gospel persuade people believe jesus opening verses declares jesus god emphasizing unique relationship god father focuses seven jesus miracles prove divinity jesus called people faith him promising eternal life proved could bring life raising lazarus death resurrection john presents seven statements i am christ encounter nicodemus samaritan woman teachings upper room washing disciples feet priestly prayer chapter 17 john also includes best known gospel summary john 3 16 believed gospel written ad 85 summary claudia barrett |
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11420 |
12091 |
Scholia on the Incarnation of the Only-Begotten |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Other |
Thirty-seven short articles discussing "What is Christ?" ( The Reader) </p> |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/scholia-on-the-incarnation-of-the-only-begotten-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
thirty seven short articles discussing what christ reader p |
| 11467 |
11421 |
12092 |
Silent Battle |
George Gibbs |
Romance |
This offering from George Gibbs, follows the developing romance between lawyer Tom Gallatin, trying to beat his alcoholism, and debutante Jane Loring. It begins with Tom getting lost while on a hunting trip in the Canadian wilderness, where he has gone in hopes of rehabilitating himself. Attempting to find his way back, he encounters Jane Loring, also lost. Each is attracted to the other, but after a few nips from Jane's flask, Tom steps over the line with her. The seriousness of his actions, as well as his feelings toward Jane, leads him to overcome his addiction.\n\nMeeting again months later, in New York City and civilization, forgiveness and a new start lead to a renewal of the romance, although not free from difficulties. (Summary by Donald Cummings) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-silent-battle-by-george-gibbs/ |
offering george gibbs follows developing romance lawyer tom gallatin trying beat alcoholism debutante jane loring begins tom getting lost hunting trip canadian wilderness gone hopes rehabilitating himself attempting find way back encounters jane loring also lost attracted other nips jane s flask tom steps line her seriousness actions well feelings toward jane leads overcome addiction meeting months later new york city civilization forgiveness new start lead renewal romance although free difficulties summary donald cummings |
| 11468 |
11422 |
12093 |
Guerra de los Mundos |
H. G. Wells |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Las fábulas ideadas por H.G. Wells (1866-1946), uno de los padres, acaso el más notable, de la ciencia ficción, han demostrado a lo largo del tiempo mantener un vigor y tocar unos resortes del inconsciente humano que a menudo las han elevado a iconos del mundo moderno. "La guerra de los mundos" (1898), relato trepidante que narra la invasión de la Tierra por los marcianos y que supuso por primera vez la irrupción de seres de otros planetas en el nuestro, marcó en buena medida la fantasía del siglo XX y no tardó en convertirse en uno de los más importantes de la ciencia ficción, sirviendo de inspiración a numerosos artistas posteriores en los ámbitos de la radio, el cine, la literatura, el cómic y la televisión. Summary by Phileas Fogg. |
Spanish |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/la-guerra-de-los-mundos-by-h-g-wells/ |
las fábulas ideadas por h g wells 1866 1946 uno de los padres acaso el más notable de la ciencia ficción han demostrado lo largo del tiempo mantener un vigor tocar unos resortes del inconsciente humano que menudo las han elevado iconos del mundo moderno la guerra de los mundos 1898 relato trepidante que narra la invasión de la tierra por los marcianos que supuso por primera vez la irrupción de seres de otros planetas en el nuestro marcó en buena medida la fantasía del siglo xx tardó en convertirse en uno de los más importantes de la ciencia ficción sirviendo de inspiración numerosos artistas posteriores en los ámbitos de la radio el cine la literatura el cómic la televisión summary phileas fogg |
| 11469 |
11423 |
12094 |
Bill & Doreen Get Hitched (Selections from "The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke") |
C. J. Dennis |
Poetry, Romance |
"Bill & Doreen Get Hitched" is the sequel to "Bill & Doreen's Courtship". "The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" is a verse novel by Australian novelist and poet C. J. Dennis. The work was first published in book form in 1915 and sold over 60,000 copies in nine editions within the first year. A special pocket edition was even printed for the Australian soldiers in the trenches during the Great War.\n\n"The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" tells the story of Bill, a larrikin of the Little Lonsdale Street push, who is introduced to a young woman by the name of Doreen. The book chronicles their courtship and marriage, detailing Bill's transformation from a violence-prone gang member to a contented husband and father. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bill-doreen-get-hitched-selections-from-the-songs-of-a-sentimental-bloke-by-c-j-dennis/ |
bill doreen get hitched sequel bill doreen s courtship the songs sentimental bloke verse novel australian novelist poet c j dennis work first published book form 1915 sold 60 000 copies nine editions within first year special pocket edition even printed australian soldiers trenches great war the songs sentimental bloke tells story bill larrikin little lonsdale street push introduced young woman name doreen book chronicles courtship marriage detailing bill s transformation violence prone gang member contented husband father summary wikipedia |
| 11470 |
11424 |
12095 |
Thou Art The Man |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Sibyl married after assuming that her cousin, with whom she was in love, died. However, said cousin, who suffers from epilepsy, found himself near a murder scene and had no idea what happened. Fearing the worst, he ran away. Ten years later, Sibyl discovers that he is alive. What happened on that terrible night? - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/thou-art-the-man-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
sibyl married assuming cousin love died however said cousin suffers epilepsy found near murder scene idea happened fearing worst ran away ten years later sibyl discovers alive happened terrible night summary stav nisser |
| 11471 |
11425 |
12096 |
Canada, My Land |
William Mackay MacKeracher |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
W. M. MacKeracher was a Canadian poet. This poem celebrating Canada's 150th year of Confederation is taken from Canada, My Land; and Other Compositions in Verse by William M. MacKeracher. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/canada-my-land-by-william-mackay-mackeracher/ |
w m mackeracher canadian poet poem celebrating canada s 150th year confederation taken canada land compositions verse william m mackeracher summary david lawrence |
| 11472 |
11426 |
12097 |
Song |
Heinrich Heine |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Christian Johann Heinrich Heine was a German poet, journalist, essayist, and literary critic. He is best known outside Germany for his early lyric poetry, which was set to music in the form of Lieder (art songs) by composers such as Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert. Heine's later verse and prose are distinguished by their satirical wit and irony. He is considered part of the Young Germany movement. His radical political views led to many of his works being banned by German authorities. Heine spent the last 25 years of his life as an expatriate in Paris. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/song-by-heinrich-heine/ |
christian johann heinrich heine german poet journalist essayist literary critic best known outside germany early lyric poetry set music form lieder art songs composers robert schumann franz schubert heine s later verse prose distinguished satirical wit irony considered part young germany movement radical political views led many works banned german authorities heine spent last 25 years life expatriate paris summary wikipedia |
| 11473 |
11427 |
12098 |
Stories of Starland |
Mary Proctor |
Science |
Henry asks his sister Mary about the sky. She tells him all about the Sun, the Planets, the Moon, Comets and Meteors, and Stars. Mary tells her brother about mythologies people believed about the earth and sky along with true scientific information. (Summary by pjcsaville) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-starland-by-mary-proctor/ |
henry asks sister mary sky tells sun planets moon comets meteors stars mary tells brother mythologies people believed earth sky along true scientific information summary pjcsaville |
| 11474 |
11428 |
12099 |
Poems |
John Clare |
Poetry |
John Clare was a working-class English poet, best known for his poetic descriptions of the English Countryside. He is also one of the few popular poets of the 19th century, who, after being largely forgotten for years after their deaths, is being rediscovered in our time. This is a selection of John Clare's poems, suitable as an introduction into his work for those who do not know him. Readers who already did know Clare may like to (re-)discover poems that are not quite as well-known today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-john-clare/ |
john clare working class english poet best known poetic descriptions english countryside also one popular poets 19th century who largely forgotten years deaths rediscovered time selection john clare s poems suitable introduction work know him readers already know clare may like re discover poems quite well known today summary carolin |
| 11475 |
11429 |
12100 |
Poems, 1914-1919 |
Maurice Baring |
Poetry |
This is a collection of Maurice Baring's poetry. This collection contains a number of Baring's earlier poetry, written before the war mostly about his travels in Russia. The other part of the collection is made up of poetry concerning World War I, with some particulalry evocative sonnets and other poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/poems-1914-1919-by-maurice-baring/ |
collection maurice baring s poetry collection contains number baring s earlier poetry written war mostly travels russia part collection made poetry concerning world war i particulalry evocative sonnets poems summary carolin |
| 11476 |
11430 |
12101 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 5: Part 2: La Constantin |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
Dumas chronicles the court intrigues that led to the execution of Marie La Roux Constantin. La dame Constantin was known by French nobility in the 17th century as the “midwife to the Queen’s daughters.” This title was, in reality, a dark jest as her business was providing dangerous (often maternally fatal) abortions to women ensnared in the machinations of powerful noblemen. This case also highlights how strongly gender inequalities permeated the justice system of this time as reviews by historians, like Dr. Leigh Whaley, found La Constantin was condemned “without any tangible evidence against her.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-5-part-2-la-constantin-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dumas chronicles court intrigues led execution marie la roux constantin la dame constantin known french nobility 17th century midwife queen s daughters title was reality dark jest business providing dangerous often maternally fatal abortions women ensnared machinations powerful noblemen case also highlights strongly gender inequalities permeated justice system time reviews historians like dr leigh whaley found la constantin condemned without tangible evidence her summary jvanstan |
| 11477 |
11435 |
12106 |
Final Report of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities (Watergate Report), Volume 3 |
Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activi |
Political Science |
This report presents the findings and recommendations of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities based on its investigation of the Watergate break-in and coverup, illegal and improper campaign practices and financing, and other wrongdoing during the Presidential campaign of 1972. The committee's mandate from the Senate, which was passed by a unanimous vote, was to make a "complete" investigation and study "of the extent ... to which illegal, improper, or unethical activities" occurred in the 1972 Presidential campaign and election and to determine whether new legislation was needed "to safeguard the electoral process by which the President of the United States is chosen." This project contains chapters 6-11 of 11. - Summary modified from the introduction |
English |
1974 |
https://librivox.org/watergate-report-volume-3-by-us-senate/ |
report presents findings recommendations senate select committee presidential campaign activities based investigation watergate break in coverup illegal improper campaign practices financing wrongdoing presidential campaign 1972 committee s mandate senate passed unanimous vote make complete investigation study of extent illegal improper unethical activities occurred 1972 presidential campaign election determine whether new legislation needed to safeguard electoral process president united states chosen project contains chapters 6 11 11 summary modified introduction |
| 11478 |
11436 |
12107 |
Mother's Dream, and Other Poems |
Hannah Flagg Gould |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Hannah Flagg Gould. Ms Gould was an immensely popular author of children's poetry during her lifetime, and her poems will still be enjoyed by children as well as adults today. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-mothers-dream-and-other-poems-by-hannah-flagg-gould/ |
volume poetry hannah flagg gould ms gould immensely popular author children s poetry lifetime poems still enjoyed children well adults today summary carolin |
| 11479 |
11437 |
12108 |
Poems on Slavery |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Poetry |
This is a short volume of abolitionist poetry by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, first published in 1842. As Wikipedia notes, Longfellow himself was not entirely satisfied with his work: "However, as Longfellow himself wrote, the poems were 'so mild that even a Slaveholder might read them without losing his appetite for breakfast'. A critic for The Dial agreed, calling it 'the thinnest of all Mr. Longfellow's thin books; spirited and polished like its forerunners; but the topic would warrant a deeper tone'. The New England Anti-Slavery Association, however, was satisfied enough with the collection to reprint it for further distribution." Despite these shortcomings, however, this volume is of historical importance and will interest many listeners. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/poems-on-slavery-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
short volume abolitionist poetry henry wadsworth longfellow first published 1842 wikipedia notes longfellow entirely satisfied work however longfellow wrote poems so mild even slaveholder might read without losing appetite breakfast critic dial agreed calling the thinnest mr longfellow s thin books spirited polished like forerunners topic would warrant deeper tone new england anti slavery association however satisfied enough collection reprint distribution despite shortcomings however volume historical importance interest many listeners summary carolin |
| 11480 |
11438 |
12109 |
Long Shadow |
B. M. Bower |
Westerns |
Billy Boyle, tough, honest, plain dealing, is at home on the range. He knows cattle and horses better than most. Alexander P. Dill, the merchant from Michigan, knows little of livestock and needs Billy’s help to make it in the business. Billy is eager to oblige, but can he beat the weather, the barbed wire, and the mysterious maneuvers of old man Brown? And what is the Pilgrim up to? Surely no good when it comes to Flora Bridger, who Billy wants to make his own. - Summary by Tom Penn |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-long-shadow-by-b-m-bower/ |
billy boyle tough honest plain dealing home range knows cattle horses better most alexander p dill merchant michigan knows little livestock needs billy s help make business billy eager oblige beat weather barbed wire mysterious maneuvers old man brown pilgrim to surely good comes flora bridger billy wants make own summary tom penn |
| 11481 |
11439 |
12110 |
Visions and Revisions |
John Cowper Powys |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
Powys presents a set of literary devotions of great figures in Literature who have obsessed him. He attempts not so much a reasoned critique or any attempt to categorise these figures but rather, as he describes in the Preface: "to give [himself] up, absolutely and completely, to the various visions and temperaments of these great dead artists." Powys delivered popular lectures throughout the United States and was able to hold audiences in rapt attention for hours while speaking about great literature and writers, this book from the earlier part of his writing career gives us a little glimpse into what those lectures must have been like. - Summary by Keri Ford |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/visions-and-revisions-by-john-cowper-powys/ |
powys presents set literary devotions great figures literature obsessed him attempts much reasoned critique attempt categorise figures rather describes preface to give himself up absolutely completely various visions temperaments great dead artists powys delivered popular lectures throughout united states able hold audiences rapt attention hours speaking great literature writers book earlier part writing career gives us little glimpse lectures must like summary keri ford |
| 11482 |
11440 |
12111 |
Aspects Of Love - An Anthology |
John Donne |
Erotica, Poetry |
Aspects Of Love is an anthology of poetic explorations on the theme of erotic love - though one of the "poets" represented here is better known, even than as a dramatist, as the philosopher, Plato. His Symposium heads off this set of erotic explorations. In The Symposium's philosophic play, he depicts a scene of men cosing together over dinner, each describing what he finds in his experience of love. I have followed this pattern in the choice of works for this anthology - in a similar manner, each of these works deals in a radically different way with the discovery of love. Whether philandering or married, heterosexual, lesbian or gay, under cover of friendship or as flagrant delight, from Plato through Donne, Whitman, Shakespeare or Sappho. we will not cease from exploration till we reach at last, as The Symposium does, a vision of the union of love as a discovery of the Divine. Surely there must be something here for everyone. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/aspects-of-love-an-anthology-by-william-shakespeare/ |
aspects love anthology poetic explorations theme erotic love though one poets represented better known even dramatist philosopher plato symposium heads set erotic explorations symposium s philosophic play depicts scene men cosing together dinner describing finds experience love followed pattern choice works anthology similar manner works deals radically different way discovery love whether philandering married heterosexual lesbian gay cover friendship flagrant delight plato donne whitman shakespeare sappho cease exploration till reach last symposium does vision union love discovery divine surely must something everyone summary tony addison |
| 11483 |
11443 |
12114 |
Ecclesiazusae |
Aristophanes |
Satire |
Στην αρχαια Αθηνα οι γυναικες αποφασισαν να παρουν την εξουσια απο τους αντρες για να λυσουν τα προβληματα του κρατους και των πολιτων. Λεγεται οτι ο Αριστοφανης θελει να κανει μια κριτικη στο καθεστως της σοσιαλιστικης μητριαρχιας και του κοινωνισμου-σοσιαλισμου.Τελικα ο Αριστοφανης ηταν αριστοκρατικος και ολιγαρχικος ή αναρχικος και κρυπτοκομμουνιστης; - Summary by karampas1968 |
Greek |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/ecclesiazusae-by-aristophanes/ |
στην αρχαια αθηνα οι γυναικες αποφασισαν να παρουν την εξουσια απο τους αντρες για να λυσουν τα προβληματα του κρατους και των πολιτων λεγεται οτι ο αριστοφανης θελει να κανει μια κριτικη στο καθεστως της σοσιαλιστικης μητριαρχιας και του κοινωνισμου σοσιαλισμου τελικα ο αριστοφανης ηταν αριστοκρατικος και ολιγαρχικος ή αναρχικος και κρυπτοκομμουνιστης summary karampas1968 |
| 11484 |
11444 |
12115 |
Final Report of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities (Watergate Report), Volume 1 |
Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activi |
Political Science |
This report presents the findings and recommendations of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities based on its investigation of the Watergate break-in and coverup, illegal and improper campaign practices and financing, and other wrongdoing during the Presidential campaign of 1972. The committee's mandate from the Senate, which was passed by a unanimous vote, was to make a "complete" investigation and study "of the extent ... to which illegal, improper, or unethical activities" occurred in the 1972 Presidential campaign and election and to determine whether new legislation was needed "to safeguard the electoral process by which the President of the United States is chosen." This project contains the introductory material and chapters 1-3 of 11.- Summary modified from the introduction |
English |
1974 |
https://librivox.org/watergate-report-volume-1-by-us-senate/ |
report presents findings recommendations senate select committee presidential campaign activities based investigation watergate break in coverup illegal improper campaign practices financing wrongdoing presidential campaign 1972 committee s mandate senate passed unanimous vote make complete investigation study of extent illegal improper unethical activities occurred 1972 presidential campaign election determine whether new legislation needed to safeguard electoral process president united states chosen project contains introductory material chapters 1 3 11 summary modified introduction |
| 11485 |
11445 |
12116 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 7) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 7 chronicles Lincoln's life from 1862, including the major battles in the American Civil War that year. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-7-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 7 chronicles lincoln s life 1862 including major battles american civil war year summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 11486 |
11446 |
12117 |
Guy Fawkes; or, A Complete History of The Gunpowder Treason, A.D. 1605 |
Thomas Lathbury |
History |
Though the particulars connected with the Gunpowder Treason may be perused in the general histories of the period, yet I am not aware, that any modern narrative of that dark design is to be found in a separate form. Many brief sketches have, indeed, been published in various modern works: but no full and complete history of the Treason has ever been set forth. In compiling the present volume, I have collected, from various quarters, all the information which I could discover on the subject. It will be found to be the most complete narrative of the Treason ever published in a detached form: at the same time it is sufficiently concise not to weary the patience of the reader. (From Preface) |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/guy-fawkes-by-thomas-lathbury/ |
though particulars connected gunpowder treason may perused general histories period yet aware modern narrative dark design found separate form many brief sketches have indeed published various modern works full complete history treason ever set forth compiling present volume collected various quarters information could discover subject found complete narrative treason ever published detached form time sufficiently concise weary patience reader from preface |
| 11487 |
11447 |
12118 |
pasiones del joven Werther |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epistolary Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Es ésta una obra semiautobiográfica de Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, la cual ha recibido diferentes nombres: Las penas del joven...Los sufrimientos del joven...o simplemente “El joven Werther”. <BR><BR>Werther, joven artista de gran sensibilidad, conoce a una mujer, Lotte, ya comprometida con Albert, de la cual se enamora perdidamente. Aquel va contando a su amigo de forma epistolar todos sus sentimientos.<BR><BR>Goethe, consiguió con esta obra pasar de ser un autor desconocido a un autor célebre, autor de masas. Fue considerada uno de los trabajos más importantes en la Europa de la época. - Summary by Montse González. |
Spanish |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/las-pasiones-del-joven-werther-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
es ésta una obra semiautobiográfica de johann wolfgang von goethe la cual ha recibido diferentes nombres las penas del joven los sufrimientos del joven o simplemente el joven werther br br werther joven artista de gran sensibilidad conoce una mujer lotte ya comprometida con albert de la cual se enamora perdidamente aquel va contando su amigo de forma epistolar todos sus sentimientos br br goethe consiguió con esta obra pasar de ser un autor desconocido un autor célebre autor de masas fue considerada uno de los trabajos más importantes en la europa de la época summary montse gonzález |
| 11488 |
11456 |
12128 |
Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 |
Isaac D'Israeli |
History , Literary Criticism |
This is the third and final volume of Isaac D'Israeli's monumental work Curiosities of Literature. It covers a great range of diverse topics, by no means limited to literature only, but also containing numerous essays on history, politics, and customs of English society. Therefore, this book will not only interest students of literature, but any reader should be able to find something matching his or her particular interests. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/curiosities-of-literature-vol-3-by-isaac-disraeli/ |
third final volume isaac d israeli s monumental work curiosities literature covers great range diverse topics means limited literature only also containing numerous essays history politics customs english society therefore book interest students literature reader able find something matching particular interests summary carolin |
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11448 |
12120 |
Mademoiselle De Belle Isle |
Alexandre Dumas |
Plays |
"The refined and fashionable audiences who... used to applaud the play of Mademoiselle de Belle Isle… would, in all probability, have objected to an English version of Dumas' clever play, upon the score of its immorality. It is not for me to determine whether the aristocratic audiences at the St James Theater did not understand what they heard, or whether the French language has a special charm for rendering inoffensive what plain English fails to recommend." - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Duke de Richelieu: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Duke D'Aumont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nThe Chevalier D'Auvray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nThe Chevalier D'Aubigny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nChamillac: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nThe Abbe de Rosanne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Marchioness de Valcour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMademoiselle Gabriella de Belle Isle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nMariette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/mademoiselle-de-belle-isle-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
the refined fashionable audiences who used applaud play mademoiselle de belle isle would probability objected english version dumas clever play upon score immorality determine whether aristocratic audiences st james theater understand heard whether french language special charm rendering inoffensive plain english fails recommend summary translator br br cast list br duke de richelieu a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br duke d aumont a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br chevalier d auvray a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br chevalier d aubigny a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br chamillac a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br abbe de rosanne a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br marchioness de valcour a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mademoiselle gabriella de belle isle a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br mariette a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br footman a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br servant a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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11449 |
12121 |
Christmas Miscellany 2017 |
Various |
General Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
A selection of short works about Christmas. (Summary by david wales) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-miscellany-2017/ |
selection short works christmas summary david wales |
| 11491 |
11450 |
12122 |
Twelve Years in the Saddle |
W. John L. Sullivan |
Biography & Autobiography |
Sergeant Sullivan tells the story of his life as a Texas Ranger for 12 incredible years in the late 1800s. (Summary by Will Nuessle) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/twelve-years-in-the-saddle-by-w-john-l-sullivan/ |
sergeant sullivan tells story life texas ranger 12 incredible years late 1800s summary nuessle |
| 11492 |
11451 |
12123 |
Driftwood |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale was an American lyric poet. This poem is taken from her 1920 collection Flame and Shadow. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/driftwood-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale american lyric poet poem taken 1920 collection flame shadow summary david lawrence |
| 11493 |
11452 |
12124 |
Work and Win; Noddy Newman on a Cruise |
Oliver Optic |
Action & Adventure, Historical |
The fourth book of the Woodville Series shares the progress of a boy whose education had been neglected, and whose moral attributes were of the lowest order, from vice and indifference to the development of a high moral and religious principle in the heart, which is the rule and guide of a pure and true life. The incidents which make up the story are introduced to illustrate the moral status of the youth, at the beginning, and to develop the influences from which proceeded a gentle and Christian character. Mollie, the captain's daughter, whose simple purity of life, whose filial devotion to an erring parent, and whose trusting faith in the hour of adversity, won the love and respect of Noddy, was not the least of these influences. The fifth book in the series is Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians. - Summary by Scarlett Martin from Book Preface<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/ |
fourth book woodville series shares progress boy whose education neglected whose moral attributes lowest order vice indifference development high moral religious principle heart rule guide pure true life incidents make story introduced illustrate moral status youth beginning develop influences proceeded gentle christian character mollie captain s daughter whose simple purity life whose filial devotion erring parent whose trusting faith hour adversity love respect noddy least influences fifth book series hope have or fanny grant among indians summary scarlett martin book preface br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
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11453 |
12125 |
Gardener |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Single author |
Most of the lyrics of love and life, the translations of which from Bengali are published in this book, were written much earlier than the series of religious poems contained in the book named Gitanjali. The translations are not always literal—the originals being sometimes abridged and sometimes paraphrased. (The preface to the 1915 edition) ( Rabindranath Tagore) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-gardener-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
lyrics love life translations bengali published book written much earlier series religious poems contained book named gitanjali translations always literal the originals sometimes abridged sometimes paraphrased the preface 1915 edition rabindranath tagore |
| 11495 |
11454 |
12126 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 060 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. (A.Gramour) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-060-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind a gramour |
| 11496 |
11455 |
12127 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. IX, No 2, February 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, stories and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and All Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature."<br><br>\nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-ix-no-2-february-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems stories brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
| 11497 |
11457 |
12129 |
Crime and Punishment (Version 3) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
|
Crime and Punishment is the second of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's full-length novels following his return from 5 years of exile in Siberia, and is considered the first great novel of his "mature" period of writing. The novel focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in St. Petersburg who formulates and executes a plan to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker for her cash. Raskolnikov, in an attempt to defend his actions, argues that with the pawnbroker's money he can perform good deeds to counterbalance the crime while ridding the world of a vermin, and to test a theory of his that some people are naturally superior and have the right to commit crimes if it is in pursuit of a higher purpose. ( Mark Nelson) |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/crime-and-punishment-version-3-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
crime punishment second fyodor dostoyevsky s full length novels following return 5 years exile siberia considered first great novel mature period writing novel focuses mental anguish moral dilemmas rodion raskolnikov impoverished ex student st petersburg formulates executes plan kill unscrupulous pawnbroker cash raskolnikov attempt defend actions argues pawnbroker s money perform good deeds counterbalance crime ridding world vermin test theory people naturally superior right commit crimes pursuit higher purpose mark nelson |
| 11498 |
11458 |
12130 |
Path to Prosperity (version 3) |
James Allen |
Self-Help |
‘The Path to Prosperity’ (sometimes rendered as The Path of Prosperity) is part one of James Allen’s first published work titled ‘From Poverty to Power’ alternatively titled ‘The Realization of Prosperity and Peace’ (1901).<br /><br />Part one is an empowering volume which is likely to enlighten the reader as to how much power they have over outward circumstances by virtue of their own thoughts. Allen regularly communicates this by providing examples on how the laws which govern the inner-world (of thought) operate in a manner similar to the laws of nature. Free from speculative philosophies, ideals, and dogma; it provides highly practical guidance on how to bring about lasting changes in any area of one’s life.<br /><br />Part two (titled ‘The Way of Peace’) dives deeper into the concept of self-perfection and was later published as a separate book.<br /><br />Excerpt from forward:\n“And I dreamed of writing a book which should help men and women, whether rich or poor, learned or unlearned, worldly or unworldly, to find within themselves the source of all success, all happiness, all accomplishment, all truth.”<br /><br />Written to appeal to the wider audience (in simple, modern English), its timeless wisdom is as relevant and attainable in today’s age as ever.\n\nThis is a recording of part one - The Path to Prosperity. - Summary by Sonnie Abdalla |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-path-to-prosperity-by-james-allen/ |
the path prosperity sometimes rendered path prosperity part one james allen s first published work titled from poverty power alternatively titled the realization prosperity peace 1901 br br part one empowering volume likely enlighten reader much power outward circumstances virtue thoughts allen regularly communicates providing examples laws govern inner world of thought operate manner similar laws nature free speculative philosophies ideals dogma provides highly practical guidance bring lasting changes area one s life br br part two titled the way peace dives deeper concept self perfection later published separate book br br excerpt forward and dreamed writing book help men women whether rich poor learned unlearned worldly unworldly find within source success happiness accomplishment truth br br written appeal wider audience in simple modern english timeless wisdom relevant attainable today s age ever recording part one path prosperity summary sonnie abdalla |
| 11499 |
11459 |
12131 |
Whys of Cooking |
Janet McKenzie Hill |
Cooking |
An entertaining yet informative look at the history of Crisco, its place in the "modern" kitchen, basic recipes and how to set up your kitchen layout and types of meal service including "when you don't have a maid." - Summary by BettyB |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-whys-of-cooking-by-janet-mckenzie-hill/ |
entertaining yet informative look history crisco place modern kitchen basic recipes set kitchen layout types meal service including when maid summary bettyb |
| 11500 |
11460 |
12132 |
Dr. Nikola’s Experiment |
Guy Boothby |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Guy Boothby's fourth novel of five about the svelte mysterious anti-hero Dr Nikola sees him progress further on his search for immortality. Here we find him deep in the wilds of Northumbria conducting an experiment of longevity and restoration of youth with another somewhat naive assistant. He is pursued by his Chinese enemies who will stop at nothing to achieve his demise. In this novel he displays a slight hint of emotion regarding his assistant's love affair with a beautiful Spaniard. Once again you are left wondering whether you like him or detest him, his relentless pursuit of arcane knowledge at all cost continues. (Summary by Peter Keeble) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/dr-nikolas-experiment-by-guy-boothby/ |
guy boothby s fourth novel five svelte mysterious anti hero dr nikola sees progress search immortality find deep wilds northumbria conducting experiment longevity restoration youth another somewhat naive assistant pursued chinese enemies stop nothing achieve demise novel displays slight hint emotion regarding assistant s love affair beautiful spaniard left wondering whether like detest him relentless pursuit arcane knowledge cost continues summary peter keeble |
| 11501 |
11461 |
12133 |
Journal of Francis Asbury, Volume I |
Francis Asbury |
Memoirs, Christianity - Other |
As one of the first two bishops of the Methodist church in America and one of the most well-known circuit riders during the spread of Methodism, Francis Asbury kept a journal of his travels and activities. His journal begins with his prayerful decision to come to America in 1771 and continues to December of 1815, a few months before his death. In the meantime, we travel with Rev. Asbury across the ocean, over mountains, through rivers, and up and down the whole length of the fledgling United States of America. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/journal-of-francis-asbury-volume-i-by-francis-asbury/ |
one first two bishops methodist church america one well known circuit riders spread methodism francis asbury kept journal travels activities journal begins prayerful decision come america 1771 continues december 1815 months death meantime travel rev asbury across ocean mountains rivers whole length fledgling united states america summary devorah allen |
| 11502 |
11462 |
12134 |
Wheels - The Second Cycle |
Aldous Huxley |
Poetry |
A series of six volumes of Wheels anthologies was produced by members of the Sitwell family between 1916 and 1922. The second volume, published in 1917, contains poems by the Sitwells and also Aldous Huxley, among others. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-second-cycle-by-aldous-huxley/ |
series six volumes wheels anthologies produced members sitwell family 1916 1922 second volume published 1917 contains poems sitwells also aldous huxley among others summary algy pug |
| 11503 |
11463 |
12136 |
Last Egyptian |
L. Frank Baum |
Romance |
Published anonymously during Baum's lifetime as he did not want his adult adventure stories to detract from his children's fantasy stories, the story takes the limited points of view of three protagonists in the field of Egyptology. A complex tale of intrigue, embezzlement, forgery, arranged marriages, bigotry and cheating keep the reader guessing the outcome until the last chapter. |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-egyptian-by-l-frank-baum/ |
published anonymously baum s lifetime want adult adventure stories detract children s fantasy stories story takes limited points view three protagonists field egyptology complex tale intrigue embezzlement forgery arranged marriages bigotry cheating keep reader guessing outcome last chapter |
| 11504 |
11464 |
12137 |
Dash for Khartoum |
G. A. Henty |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Travel Fiction, Historical Fiction |
When a nursemaid mixes up her baby boy and the baby of the family she works for, the family decides to keep both. Years later, the nursemaid returns, intent on using the boys to get money. When the boy she chooses first refuses to help and instead runs away, his adopted family is willing to do everything they can to rescue him. But will it be enough when war threatens in the Sudan--the runaway's destination? - Summary by Adele de Pignerolles |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dash-for-khartoum-by-g-a-henty/ |
nursemaid mixes baby boy baby family works for family decides keep both years later nursemaid returns intent using boys get money boy chooses first refuses help instead runs away adopted family willing everything rescue him enough war threatens sudan the runaway s destination summary adele de pignerolles |
| 11505 |
11465 |
12138 |
Pantropheon |
Alexis Soyer |
Cooking |
Soyer was a 'celebrity chef', devising innovations such as water-cooled refrigerators and adjustable temperature ovens. He developed many popular recipes and catered for 2000 guests at Queen Victoria's coronation celebration. He had a social conscience and donated a penny for every mean sold, to help alleviate the Irish famine. During the Crimean War, he laid the foundations for the future British Army Catering Corps. He is credited with writing several books, including 'The Shilling Cookery Book for the People' and 'The Poor Man's Regenerator'. In this volume, he traces the history of food, food production, preparation and dining experiences. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/pantropheon-by-alexis-soyer/ |
soyer celebrity chef devising innovations water cooled refrigerators adjustable temperature ovens developed many popular recipes catered 2000 guests queen victoria s coronation celebration social conscience donated penny every mean sold help alleviate irish famine crimean war laid foundations future british army catering corps credited writing several books including the shilling cookery book people the poor man s regenerator volume traces history food food production preparation dining experiences summary lynne thompson |
| 11506 |
11466 |
12139 |
Father |
S.E. Kiser |
Family Life, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A tribute to fatherhood by a little known author, - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/father-by-se-kiser/ |
tribute fatherhood little known author summary david lawrence |
| 11507 |
11467 |
12140 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: Africa |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Travel & Geography |
Fascinating book for all ages telling of travels through Africa over 100 years ago. Covering the continent by steamer and train and other more primitive means of transport, the reader will enjoy learning of African life long before knowledge of this continent was available to most people throughout the world. Summary by BettyB.<br><br><b>Note: </b>This text was published more than 100 years ago in 1905.The listener should be aware that the descriptions of the native peoples, their dress and home life reflected the perceptions and thinking of the early 20th century which some listeners may find offensive. <br><br> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/carpenters-geographical-reader-africa-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
fascinating book ages telling travels africa 100 years ago covering continent steamer train primitive means transport reader enjoy learning african life long knowledge continent available people throughout world summary bettyb br br b note b this text published 100 years ago 1905 the listener aware descriptions native peoples dress home life reflected perceptions thinking early 20th century listeners may find offensive br br |
| 11508 |
11468 |
12141 |
Uncle Wiggily's Fortune |
Howard R. Garis |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Uncle Wiggily Longears is the main character of a series of children's stories by American author Howard R. Garis. He began writing the stories for the Newark News in 1910. Garis penned an Uncle Wiggily story every day (except Sundays) for more than 30 years, and published 79 books within the author's lifetime. -- Wikipedia\nHere are more of the adventures of this lovable old fortune-seeking gentleman rabbit who suffers from rheumatism. \n(Lee Smalley) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-fortune-by-howard-r-garis/ |
uncle wiggily longears main character series children s stories american author howard r garis began writing stories newark news 1910 garis penned uncle wiggily story every day except sundays 30 years published 79 books within author s lifetime wikipedia adventures lovable old fortune seeking gentleman rabbit suffers rheumatism lee smalley |
| 11509 |
11469 |
12142 |
Survivors of the Chancellor |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Survivors of the Chancellor is a poignant and tragic tale of terror and intrigue on the high seas. Through raging storms, emaciating hunger and thirst, shipwreck and mutiny…follow the passengers of The Chancellor as they descend from one layer of hell to the next; never knowing if they will live another day. Horrific tragedy befalls them one after another, chipping away at the resolve and sanity of the passengers and crew. This tale is told in the first person, from the point of view of one of the passengers, J. R. Kazallon. He and seven other passengers debark from Charleston, South Carolina with twenty crew…and never arrive at their destination in England.\n(Summary by Joe DeNoia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/survivors-of-the-chancellor-by-jules-verne/ |
survivors chancellor poignant tragic tale terror intrigue high seas raging storms emaciating hunger thirst shipwreck mutiny follow passengers chancellor descend one layer hell next never knowing live another day horrific tragedy befalls one another chipping away resolve sanity passengers crew tale told first person point view one passengers j r kazallon seven passengers debark charleston south carolina twenty crew and never arrive destination england summary joe denoia |
| 11510 |
11470 |
12143 |
House of Whispers |
William Le Queux |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
This is a story about a young lady and her blind father who live in a House of Whispers. "There is a legend that those who hear the whispers die quickly and suddenly." Story written by William Le Queux in 1910. Le Queux mainly wrote in the genres of thriller, espionage, mystery. (Summary by April6090) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-of-whispers-by-william-le-queux/ |
story young lady blind father live house whispers there legend hear whispers die quickly suddenly story written william le queux 1910 le queux mainly wrote genres thriller espionage mystery summary april6090 |
| 11511 |
11471 |
12144 |
Bad Day For Vermin by Keith Laumer |
Keith Laumer |
Science Fiction |
For your listening pleasure, here are three stories by the ingenious Keith Laumer from the glorious days of Science Fiction in the early 1960s: A Bad Day for Vermin, The King of the City and Doorstep. They were all published in various Science Fiction magazines then flourishing in the United States at that time. I won't spoil your fun of listening to them by giving detailed story outlines, but be assured that there are aliens of various disgusting and/or beautiful shapes involved in several and a sad view of our future life when the US government collapses. (phil chenevert ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-bad-day-for-vermin-by-keith-laumer-by-keith-laumer/ |
listening pleasure three stories ingenious keith laumer glorious days science fiction early 1960s bad day vermin king city doorstep published various science fiction magazines flourishing united states time spoil fun listening giving detailed story outlines assured aliens various disgusting and or beautiful shapes involved several sad view future life us government collapses phil chenevert |
| 11512 |
11472 |
12145 |
Flying Stingaree |
Harold L. Goodwin |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
First published in 1963, this is another adventure in the Rick Brant Science series, set on Chesapeake Bay and involving mysterious, sting ray-shaped drones and missing persons. (synopsis by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/the-flying-stingaree-by-harold-l-goodwin/ |
first published 1963 another adventure rick brant science series set chesapeake bay involving mysterious sting ray shaped drones missing persons synopsis matt pierard |
| 11513 |
11473 |
12146 |
Inimitable Jeeves |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
<br>When either Bertie Wooster or his friends found themselves in the soup or in dangerous proximity to the tureen, the instinct of one and all was to turn to Jeeves - Bertie's Man. He understood human nature, especially that of gilded youth.<br><br>\n\nIt did not matter if the hope of an ancient house had fallen in love with a waitress, or if Bertie's cousins Claude and Eustace had been playing dido; Jeeves never failed. His was a sound brain.<br><br>\n\nThe only thing in which Jeeves failed, that is in his master's eyes, was that he could not always go the whole way with him in the matter of spats, socks and ties, particularly in the Spring - Jeeves was a purist.<br><br>\n\nIn this volume are told some of Jeeves more remarkable achievements. (From the book)<br><br>\n |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-inimitable-jeeves-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
br when either bertie wooster friends found soup dangerous proximity tureen instinct one turn jeeves bertie s man understood human nature especially gilded youth br br matter hope ancient house fallen love waitress bertie s cousins claude eustace playing dido jeeves never failed sound brain br br thing jeeves failed master s eyes could always go whole way matter spats socks ties particularly spring jeeves purist br br volume told jeeves remarkable achievements from book br br |
| 11514 |
11474 |
12147 |
Pierre, or The Ambiguities |
Herman Melville |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The life of a young heir, Pierre is altered when he meets a mysterious woman who claims to be his sister. |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/pierre-by-herman-melville/ |
life young heir pierre altered meets mysterious woman claims sister |
| 11515 |
11475 |
12148 |
Celestina |
Charlotte Turner Smith |
General Fiction |
Celestina was adopted by Mrs. Willoughby from a convent in France. No one knows who her parents are. Her secret birth causes problems for her in the marriage market. But this novel is not only a courtship novel. It is about creating and keeping friendships, finding the meaning of family, the difference between love and obsession, and the development of Celestina from a dependent child to a strong woman of virtue. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/celestina-by-charlotte-turner-smith/ |
celestina adopted mrs willoughby convent france one knows parents are secret birth causes problems marriage market novel courtship novel creating keeping friendships finding meaning family difference love obsession development celestina dependent child strong woman virtue summary stav nisser |
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11476 |
12149 |
Little Miss Grasshopper |
Johanna Spyri |
Family |
The Feland family go on a holiday in Switzerland. While there, their impulsive younger daughter gets into a scrape that teaches the whole family a lesson in love and faith. Summary by Devorah Allen. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/little-miss-grasshopper-by-johanna-spyri/ |
feland family go holiday switzerland there impulsive younger daughter gets scrape teaches whole family lesson love faith summary devorah allen |
| 11517 |
11477 |
12150 |
Conquest of Bread (version 2) |
Peter Kropotkin |
|
In this work, Kropotkin points out what he considers to be the defects of the economic systems of feudalism and capitalism, and how he believes they thrive on and maintain poverty and scarcity, as symbol for richness and in spite of being in a time of abundance thanks to technology, while promoting privilege. He goes on to propose a more decentralised economic system based on mutual aid and voluntary cooperation, asserting that the tendencies for this kind of organisation already exist, both in evolution and in human society. He also talks about details of revolution and expropriation in order not to end in a reactionary way. (summary by AudibleAnarchist) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/conquest-bread-2-by-peter-kropotkin/ |
work kropotkin points considers defects economic systems feudalism capitalism believes thrive maintain poverty scarcity symbol richness spite time abundance thanks technology promoting privilege goes propose decentralised economic system based mutual aid voluntary cooperation asserting tendencies kind organisation already exist evolution human society also talks details revolution expropriation order end reactionary way summary audibleanarchist |
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11478 |
12151 |
Caballero Carmelo |
Abraham Valdelomar Pinto |
Children's Fiction, Family |
El caballero Carmelo es un cuento del escritor peruano Abraham Valdelomar, considerado por la crítica como lo mejor de toda su creación ficticia y uno de los cuentos más perfectos de la literatura peruana. Publicado el 13 de noviembre de 1913 en el diario La Nación de Lima, encabeza el conjunto de los cuentos denominados «criollos» o «criollistas», ambientadas durante la niñez del autor transcurrida en Pisco, una ciudad de la costa peruana, en medio del desierto. Contado en primera persona con un lenguaje tierno, conmovedor y ambientado en un entorno provinciano y rural, este cuento nos narra la historia de un viejo gallo de pelea llamado el Caballero Carmelo, que debe enfrentar a otro más joven, el Ajiseco. El Carmelo, sacando fuerzas de flaqueza, gana, pero queda gravemente herido y poco después muere, ante la consternación de sus dueños. Este es el tema central.\nComo temas secundarios podemos mencionar la vida familiar en el hogar del protagonista-narrador (incluida las peripecias del gallo «Pelado») y la vida de los pescadores de la aldea San Andrés, cercana a Pisco. (Wikipedia) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/el-caballero-carmelo-by-abraham-valdelomar-pinto/ |
el caballero carmelo es un cuento del escritor peruano abraham valdelomar considerado por la crítica como lo mejor de toda su creación ficticia uno de los cuentos más perfectos de la literatura peruana publicado el 13 de noviembre de 1913 en el diario la nación de lima encabeza el conjunto de los cuentos denominados criollos criollistas ambientadas durante la niñez del autor transcurrida en pisco una ciudad de la costa peruana en medio del desierto contado en primera persona con un lenguaje tierno conmovedor ambientado en un entorno provinciano rural este cuento nos narra la historia de un viejo gallo de pelea llamado el caballero carmelo que debe enfrentar otro más joven el ajiseco el carmelo sacando fuerzas de flaqueza gana pero queda gravemente herido poco después muere ante la consternación de sus dueños este es el tema central como temas secundarios podemos mencionar la vida familiar en el hogar del protagonista narrador incluida las peripecias del gallo pelado la vida de los pescadores de la aldea san andrés cercana pisco wikipedia |
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11479 |
12152 |
Orphic Hymns / ΟΡΦΕΩΣ ΥΜΝΟΙ |
Unknown |
Lyric |
<br>Οἱ Ὀρφικοὶ Ὕμνοι ἐντάσσονται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nΟἱ Ὀρφικοὶ Ὕμνοι ἀπαγγέλλονταν κατὰ τὴν διάρκεια τῶν Ὀρφικῶν Μυστηρίων τῶν ἀρχαίων Ἑλλήνων. Τὸ περιεχόμενο τῶν Ὀρφικῶν Ὕμνων εἶναι δισυπόστατο: τὰ φυσικὰ στοιχεῖα ἐμπεριέχουν καὶ ἀνθρωπομορφισμό, καὶ ἀντίστοιχα οἱ θεότητες διαθέτουν καὶ Συμπαντικὸ χαρακτῆρα. Μετὰ τοὺς Ὁμηρικοὺς Ὕμνους πιστεύω ὅτι ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἦταν ἐπιτακτικὴ . Ἐπίσης θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς .<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nThe Orphic Hymns are part of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThe Orphic hymns were recited during the Orphic Mysteries among the ancient Greeks. The content of the Orphic Hymns is twofold: the physical elements also contain anthropomorphism, and the divinities also have a universal character. After the Homeric hymns, I think this work was imperative. Ι also believe that these great ancient Greek literary works must be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nLes Hymnes Orphiques font partis des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nLes hymnes orphiques étaient récités lors des Mystères Orphiques chez les Grecs anciens. Le contenu des Hymnes Orphiques est double: les éléments physiques contiennent aussi l'anthropomorphisme, et les divinités ont également un caractère universel. Après les hymnes homériques, je pense que ce travail était impératif. Je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques.<br>\n<br>\n(Summary by reader)\n<br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/orphic-hymns/ |
br οἱ ὀρφικοὶ ὕμνοι ἐντάσσονται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br οἱ ὀρφικοὶ ὕμνοι ἀπαγγέλλονταν κατὰ τὴν διάρκεια τῶν ὀρφικῶν μυστηρίων τῶν ἀρχαίων ἑλλήνων τὸ περιεχόμενο τῶν ὀρφικῶν ὕμνων εἶναι δισυπόστατο τὰ φυσικὰ στοιχεῖα ἐμπεριέχουν καὶ ἀνθρωπομορφισμό καὶ ἀντίστοιχα οἱ θεότητες διαθέτουν καὶ συμπαντικὸ χαρακτῆρα μετὰ τοὺς ὁμηρικοὺς ὕμνους πιστεύω ὅτι ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἦταν ἐπιτακτικὴ ἐπίσης θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br orphic hymns part work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br orphic hymns recited orphic mysteries among ancient greeks content orphic hymns twofold physical elements also contain anthropomorphism divinities also universal character homeric hymns think work imperative ι also believe great ancient greek literary works must recorded greek voices br br br les hymnes orphiques font partis des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br les hymnes orphiques étaient récités lors des mystères orphiques chez les grecs anciens le contenu des hymnes orphiques est double les éléments physiques contiennent aussi l anthropomorphisme et les divinités ont également un caractère universel après les hymnes homériques je pense que ce travail était impératif je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br summary reader br br |
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11507 |
12181 |
Wonderful Wizard of Oz (version 7) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" was written solely to pleasure children of today. It aspires to being a modernized fairy tale, in which the wonderment and joy are retained and the heart-aches and nightmares are left out. Summary by L. Frank Baum |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-version-7-by-l-frank-baum/ |
the wonderful wizard oz written solely pleasure children today aspires modernized fairy tale wonderment joy retained heart aches nightmares left out summary l frank baum |
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11480 |
12153 |
Half Hours With the Lower Animals |
Charles Holder |
Animals, Nature, Life Sciences |
This book is devoted to the study of invertebrate animals. While most people associate the word "animal" with fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, 90% of the animal species on earth are invertebrates, i.e., they have no backbone. Protozoans and invertebrate animals are found world-wide, from the bottom of the oceans to the the rain forests, ice caves, and our own back yards. Many invertebrates still reside in the oceans, while others dwell in our houses, back yards and gardens, in ponds and streams, and on the menus in seafood restaurants. Holders's book represents a traversal of several dozen familiar and not-so-familiar animals without backbones whose ancestors date back to the Cambrian period 500 million years ago. (Summary by Jefferey Smith) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/half-hours-with-the-lower-animals-by-charles-holder/ |
book devoted study invertebrate animals people associate word animal fish amphibians reptiles birds mammals 90 animal species earth invertebrates i e backbone protozoans invertebrate animals found world wide bottom oceans rain forests ice caves back yards many invertebrates still reside oceans others dwell houses back yards gardens ponds streams menus seafood restaurants holders s book represents traversal several dozen familiar not so familiar animals without backbones whose ancestors date back cambrian period 500 million years ago summary jefferey smith |
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11481 |
12154 |
Abe and Mawruss: Being Further Adventures of Potash and Perlmutter |
Montague Glass |
Humorous Fiction |
Montague Glass was a lawyer who eventually abandoned the practice of law to write full time. He wrote a series of stories in the New York Post about a pair of popular characters in the predominantly Jewish garment trade. Many of the plots were derived from trade problems he saw as a lawyer. This is the second book of the collected stories; his Potash and Perlmutter stories were also made into stage plays and even movies that were very popular in their time. - Summary by ToddHW |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/abe-and-mawruss-being-further-adventures-of-potash-and-perlmutter-by-montague-glass/ |
montague glass lawyer eventually abandoned practice law write full time wrote series stories new york post pair popular characters predominantly jewish garment trade many plots derived trade problems saw lawyer second book collected stories potash perlmutter stories also made stage plays even movies popular time summary toddhw |
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11482 |
12155 |
קוצו של יוד (The Point on Top of the Yodh) |
יהודה לייב גורדון Judah Leib Gordon |
Single author |
<p dir="rtl">קוֹצוֹ שֶׁל יוּד היא פואמה עברית רחבת-יריעה של יהודה ליב גורדון (יל"ג), שהתפרסמה בהמשכים בכתב העת "השחר" שבעריכת פרץ סמולנסקין בשנת תרל"ו (1876), ואחר-כך שוכללה על ידי המשורר וקיבלה את צורתה הסופית בחודש אב תרל"ח (1878). שמה של הפואמה נגזר מהמסופר בעלילה, על רב שפסל גט, אותו השיגה אישה עגונה מבעלה, עקב האות י' שחסרה הייתה בשם הבעל. בספרות העברית ידועה הפואמה כאחת המחאות הפואטיות החריפות כנגד השלטון הרבני על הקהילה מצד אחד, וקיפוח זכויותיהן של נשים מצד שני.</p>"The Point on Top of the Yodh" is a Hebrew poem by Judah Leib Gordon that was published serially in 1876 in the journal <i>Hashachar</i> (edited by Peretz Smolenskin) and refined by the poet into its final form in 1878. The title of the poem is derived from its story of a woman who obtains a divorce document from her husband, who had deserted her. However, a rabbi invalidates the divorce document because of a missing letter (a yodh) in the husband’s name. The poem is considered one of the strongest protests in Hebrew literature against rabbinic rule over the community and discrimination against women. (Summary from Wikipedia) |
Hebrew |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-point-on-top-of-the-yodh-by-judah-leib-gordon/ |
p dir rtl קו צו ש ל יו ד היא פואמה עברית רחבת יריעה של יהודה ליב גורדון יל ג שהתפרסמה בהמשכים בכתב העת השחר שבעריכת פרץ סמולנסקין בשנת תרל ו 1876 ואחר כך שוכללה על ידי המשורר וקיבלה את צורתה הסופית בחודש אב תרל ח 1878 שמה של הפואמה נגזר מהמסופר בעלילה על רב שפסל גט אותו השיגה אישה עגונה מבעלה עקב האות י שחסרה הייתה בשם הבעל בספרות העברית ידועה הפואמה כאחת המחאות הפואטיות החריפות כנגד השלטון הרבני על הקהילה מצד אחד וקיפוח זכויותיהן של נשים מצד שני p the point top yodh hebrew poem judah leib gordon published serially 1876 journal i hashachar i edited peretz smolenskin refined poet final form 1878 title poem derived story woman obtains divorce document husband deserted her however rabbi invalidates divorce document missing letter a yodh husband s name poem considered one strongest protests hebrew literature rabbinic rule community discrimination women summary wikipedia |
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12156 |
Love and a Bottle |
George Farquhar |
Historical Fiction, Plays |
This play was produced in 1698 at Drury Lane Theatre. From the bustle of its plot, the variety of its incidents, and the sustained humour of its dialogue, it met with so favourable a reception that Farquhar henceforth devoted himself to writing for the stage. - Summary by Alex. Charles Ewald\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nRoebuck, an Irish Gentleman, of a wild roving temper, newly come to London: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nLovewell, his friend, sober and modest, in love with Lucinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMockmode, a young Squire, come newly from the University, and setting up for a Beau: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLyric, a Poet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nPamphlet, a Bookseller: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nRigadoon, a Dancing-Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nNimblewrist, a Fencing-Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nClub, Servant to Mockmode: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nBrush, Servant to Lovewell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nLucinda, a Lady of considerable Fortune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLeanthe, Sister to Lovewell, in love with Roebuck, and disguised as Lucinda's Page: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nTrudge, Whore to Roebuck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nWidow Bullfinch, Landlady to Mockmode, Lyric, and Trudge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nPindress, Attendant and Confidante to Lucinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11838">Jessie Percival</a><br>\nBailiff 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nBailiff 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nCripple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPorter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMask 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMask 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10890">Tom Penn</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-a-bottle-by-george-farquhar/ |
play produced 1698 drury lane theatre bustle plot variety incidents sustained humour dialogue met favourable reception farquhar henceforth devoted writing stage summary alex charles ewald br br cast list br roebuck irish gentleman wild roving temper newly come london a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br lovewell friend sober modest love lucinda a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mockmode young squire come newly university setting beau a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br lyric poet a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br pamphlet bookseller a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br rigadoon dancing master a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br nimblewrist fencing master a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br club servant mockmode a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br brush servant lovewell a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br lucinda lady considerable fortune a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br leanthe sister lovewell love roebuck disguised lucinda s page a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br trudge whore roebuck a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br widow bullfinch landlady mockmode lyric trudge a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br pindress attendant confidante lucinda a href https librivox org reader 11838 jessie percival a br bailiff 1 a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br bailiff 2 a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br cripple a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br porter a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br boy a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br mask 1 a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mask 2 a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br servant a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10890 tom penn a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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12157 |
Là-bas |
Joris-Karl Huysmans |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
<BR>The plot of Là-Bas concerns the novelist Durtal, who is disgusted by the emptiness and vulgarity of the modern world. He seeks relief by turning to the study of the Middle Ages and begins to research the life of the notorious 15th-century child-murderer Gilles de Rais. Through his contacts in Paris (notably Dr. Johannes, modeled after Joseph-Antoine Boullan), Durtal finds out that Satanism is not simply a thing of the past but alive in turn of the century France. He embarks on an investigation of the occult underworld with the help of his lover Madame Chantelouve. The novel culminates with a description of a black mass. (Wikipedia)<BR><BR>\nReader's note: This novel certainly reaches to the depths of depravity and blasphemy, and achieved some notoriety for doing so. A redeeming feature, if one is required, is that Durtal begins in this book a pilgrimage; like Dante's hero, he begins this in a horrible and God-forsaken place. <BR><BR> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/la-bas-by-joris-karl-huysmans/ |
br the plot là bas concerns novelist durtal disgusted emptiness vulgarity modern world seeks relief turning study middle ages begins research life notorious 15th century child murderer gilles de rais contacts paris notably dr johannes modeled joseph antoine boullan durtal finds satanism simply thing past alive turn century france embarks investigation occult underworld help lover madame chantelouve novel culminates description black mass wikipedia br br reader s note novel certainly reaches depths depravity blasphemy achieved notoriety so redeeming feature one required durtal begins book pilgrimage like dante s hero begins horrible god forsaken place br br |
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11485 |
12158 |
Symbols |
John Drinkwater |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Drinkwater was an English poet and dramatist. In the period immediately before the First World War he was one of the group of poets associated with the Gloucestershire village of Dymock, along with Rupert Brooke and others. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/symbols-by-john-drinkwater/ |
john drinkwater english poet dramatist period immediately first world war one group poets associated gloucestershire village dymock along rupert brooke others summary wikipedia |
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11486 |
12159 |
To a Blank Sheet of Paper |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and polymath based in Boston. A member of the Fireside Poets, he was acclaimed by his peers as one of the best writers of the day. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series. He was also an important medical reformer. In addition to his work as an author and poet, Holmes also served as a physician, professor, lecturer, and inventor, and although he never practiced it, he received formal training in law. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/to-a-blank-sheet-of-paper-by-oliver-wendell-holmes-sr/ |
oliver wendell holmes sr american physician poet polymath based boston member fireside poets acclaimed peers one best writers day famous prose works breakfast table series also important medical reformer addition work author poet holmes also served physician professor lecturer inventor although never practiced it received formal training law summary wikipedia |
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11487 |
12160 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 051 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Seventeen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include philosophy--Bertrand Russell, Spinoza, and Epictetus; science and invention--the Wright brothers, Leibniz, arctic explorer Sir John Franklin, spider webs, and cylindrical silos; plays and cinema--Lillian Gish and Friedrich Schiller; satire--selections from Ambrose Bierce, Robert Benchley, and Seneca; biographies--Aaron Burr, and Sophia Packard of Spellman College; the murder of Archbishop Charles Seghers in Alaska in 1886; and a history of Torre Abbey in England. \nSummary by Sue Anderson<br><br>\nAgainst the Epicurean and Academics was translated by T. W. Rolleston. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-051-by-various/ |
seventeen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include philosophy bertrand russell spinoza epictetus science invention the wright brothers leibniz arctic explorer sir john franklin spider webs cylindrical silos plays cinema lillian gish friedrich schiller satire selections ambrose bierce robert benchley seneca biographies aaron burr sophia packard spellman college murder archbishop charles seghers alaska 1886 history torre abbey england summary sue anderson br br epicurean academics translated t w rolleston |
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11488 |
12161 |
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions (version 2) |
Edwin Abbott Abbott |
Humorous Fiction, Satire, Published 1800 -1900 |
This is a satirical novel written by Edwin A. Abbott, first published in 1884. Abbott uses a two-dimensional world, with himself as the protagonist, known simply as "A Square", to deride the Victorian aristocracy and its hierarchies. But the book has retained its value throughout the years for its unique portrayal of a two-dimensional world, and how a Sphere introduces the Square to the incomprehensible possibility of a third dimension. Once the square fully understands the third dimension, he suggests to the Sphere that even a fourth, fifth, or sixth dimension could exist. But the Sphere sends the square back to his two-dimensional world, where he cannot convince anyone of the existence of a three dimensional world. - Summary by Linda Olsen Fitak <br> \nRead by Linda Olsen Fitak and Aaron White. |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/flatland-version-2-by-edwin-abbott-abbott/ |
satirical novel written edwin a abbott first published 1884 abbott uses two dimensional world protagonist known simply a square deride victorian aristocracy hierarchies book retained value throughout years unique portrayal two dimensional world sphere introduces square incomprehensible possibility third dimension square fully understands third dimension suggests sphere even fourth fifth sixth dimension could exist sphere sends square back two dimensional world cannot convince anyone existence three dimensional world summary linda olsen fitak br read linda olsen fitak aaron white |
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11489 |
12162 |
Biographical Memoir of John Wesley Powell, 1834-1902 |
William Morris Davis |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is Volume VIII of the National Academy of Sciences Biographical Memoirs series. It is read as 33 sections using the memoir headings. John Wesley Powell (1834-1902) was a leading figure in the geological explorations of the West and helped establish the federal U.S. Geological Survey in 1879. He also led the Bureau of Ethnology and advocated for better treatment and study of Native American tribes and culture. He wrote a definitive study of the arid western U.S., advocating for thoughtful irrigation and land management practices. Powell predicted that water rights purchased by corporations, rather than tied to the land, would be a major political and environmental issue. John Wesley Powell was a scientific frontiersman. His life reveals the energetic working of a vigorous and independent personality, full of inspiration, power, and enterprise. He was a founder of major scientific organizations, including the National Geographic Society, Geological Society of America, and the Cosmos Club. Powell lived most of his life in Washington, DC. The memoir was written by William Morris Davis (1850-1934) was a prominent professor of geology, geography, and meteorology at Harvard and knew Powell personally. Summary by Melanie Schleeter McCalmont |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/biographical-memoir-of-john-wesley-powell-by-william-morris-davis/ |
volume viii national academy sciences biographical memoirs series read 33 sections using memoir headings john wesley powell 1834 1902 leading figure geological explorations west helped establish federal u s geological survey 1879 also led bureau ethnology advocated better treatment study native american tribes culture wrote definitive study arid western u s advocating thoughtful irrigation land management practices powell predicted water rights purchased corporations rather tied land would major political environmental issue john wesley powell scientific frontiersman life reveals energetic working vigorous independent personality full inspiration power enterprise founder major scientific organizations including national geographic society geological society america cosmos club powell lived life washington dc memoir written william morris davis 1850 1934 prominent professor geology geography meteorology harvard knew powell personally summary melanie schleeter mccalmont |
| 11531 |
11490 |
12163 |
Citizen's Almanac |
United States of America |
Education |
This is a recording of a booklet given to new naturalized American citizens, it contains an explanation of fundamental documents, symbols and anthems of the United States. "Today you are a citizen of the United States of America— becoming “a peer of kings” as President Calvin Coolidge once said. This occasion is a defining moment that should not soon be forgotten, for it marks the beginning of a new era in your lifetime as a U.S. citizen. Naturalized citizens are an important part of our great democracy, bringing a wealth of talent, ability, and character to this Nation. Your\nfellow citizens recognize the sacrifices you have made to reach this milestone and with open arms we welcome you. The United States offers\nan abundance of freedom and opportunity for all its citizens and we wish you all the best along the way." |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-citizens-almanac-by-anonymous/ |
recording booklet given new naturalized american citizens contains explanation fundamental documents symbols anthems united states today citizen united states america becoming a peer kings president calvin coolidge said occasion defining moment soon forgotten marks beginning new era lifetime u s citizen naturalized citizens important part great democracy bringing wealth talent ability character nation fellow citizens recognize sacrifices made reach milestone open arms welcome you united states offers abundance freedom opportunity citizens wish best along way |
| 11532 |
11491 |
12164 |
Uncle Wiggily's Fortune (version 2) |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
Howard Garis, one of the most prolific children's writers of the 20th century, is credited with writing over 1500 Uncle Wiggily stories, originally appearing in the Saturday Evening Post. In this collection, we have 31 more charming bedtime stories in which the loveable old gentleman rabbit and his woodland friends entertain us. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-fortune-by-howard-r-garis-2/ |
howard garis one prolific children s writers 20th century credited writing 1500 uncle wiggily stories originally appearing saturday evening post collection 31 charming bedtime stories loveable old gentleman rabbit woodland friends entertain us summary lynne thompson |
| 11533 |
11492 |
12165 |
Alicia en el País de las Maravillas (abreviado) |
Lewis Carroll |
Action & Adventure, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
La entrada de Alicia en el panorama de las letras castellanas se produjo, en realidad, el 15 de noviembre de 1914 con la primera entrega de una versión que vio la luz en las páginas de una revista juvenil editada en Madrid, Los Muchachos. Semanario con regalos. (El curioso subtítulo de la publicación se explica porque incluía cupones para unos sorteos de juguetes y libros entre los lectores). La serie se prolongó en ocho entregas dominicales hasta el 5 de enero de 1915. El texto abreviado parece conceder más importancia a los capítulos iniciales y finales, así como al de la Merienda de Locos. Va acompañado de veintiséis ilustraciones firmadas por F. Mota (ocho portadas a dos tintas y dieciocho dibujos interiores en blanco y negro) que parecen influidas, en algunas composiciones, por los dibujos originales de John Tenniel. En cuanto a los autores de la versión, sabemos con respecto al ilustrador que F. Mota es el nombre con el que firmaba sus trabajos el pintor ceutí Fernando Fernández Mota, colaborador habitual de diversas publicaciones madrileñas a finales del siglo xix y principios del xx. Del traductor, en cambio, seguimos sin noticias. (Summary by Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/alicia-en-el-pais-de-las-maravillas-abreviado-by-lewis-carroll/ |
la entrada de alicia en el panorama de las letras castellanas se produjo en realidad el 15 de noviembre de 1914 con la primera entrega de una versión que vio la luz en las páginas de una revista juvenil editada en madrid los muchachos semanario con regalos el curioso subtítulo de la publicación se explica porque incluía cupones para unos sorteos de juguetes libros entre los lectores la serie se prolongó en ocho entregas dominicales hasta el 5 de enero de 1915 el texto abreviado parece conceder más importancia los capítulos iniciales finales así como al de la merienda de locos va acompañado de veintiséis ilustraciones firmadas por f mota ocho portadas dos tintas dieciocho dibujos interiores en blanco negro que parecen influidas en algunas composiciones por los dibujos originales de john tenniel en cuanto los autores de la versión sabemos con respecto al ilustrador que f mota es el nombre con el que firmaba sus trabajos el pintor ceutí fernando fernández mota colaborador habitual de diversas publicaciones madrileñas finales del siglo xix principios del xx del traductor en cambio seguimos sin noticias summary phileas fogg |
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11493 |
12166 |
Hollow Tree and Deep Woods Book |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"In the House of Many Windows which stands in a large city and is sometimes called a "flat" by people who, because they are grown up, do not know any better, live the Little Lady and the Story Teller.\n\nThe Little Lady is four years old, going on five, and is fond of stories. This makes her and the Story Teller good friends. They mostly sit in the firelight after supper, and while the Little Lady is being undressed they tell each other all that has happened since morning. Then the Little Lady looks into the fire and says:—\n\n"Now, tell me a story."\n\nSometimes she wants a new story. Sometimes one of the old ones, which must be told always the same, because the Little Lady, like a good many grown up people, does not care for new and revised editions, but wants the old stories in the old words, that sound real and true. Sometimes the Story Teller forgets or improves on his plots, but the Little Lady never forgets and never fails to set the Story Teller right." - Summary by the author |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-hollow-tree-and-deep-woods-book-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
in house many windows stands large city sometimes called flat people who grown up know better live little lady story teller little lady four years old going five fond stories makes story teller good friends mostly sit firelight supper little lady undressed tell happened since morning little lady looks fire says now tell story sometimes wants new story sometimes one old ones must told always same little lady like good many grown people care new revised editions wants old stories old words sound real true sometimes story teller forgets improves plots little lady never forgets never fails set story teller right summary author |
| 11535 |
11494 |
12167 |
Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends |
Sidney Colvin |
Memoirs |
These are the letters of John Keats, as written to family, close friends and others during his brief, eventful years as an artist. (However, the editor chose to exclude love letters to Fanny Brawne, respecting their private nature.) The celebrated Keats letters were written between 1816–1820, and include those colorful entries penned during his 44-day tour with Charles Brown as they rambled through England, Ireland and Scotland. Also included are the famous, lengthy "journal letters," written to his brother George and sister-in-law in America. Not only a poetic genius, Keats shines in epistolary form. His letters brim with the emotion, wit and intelligence he routinely shared with intimates. - Summary by NemoR |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-john-keats-to-his-family-and-friends-by-john-keats/ |
letters john keats written family close friends others brief eventful years artist however editor chose exclude love letters fanny brawne respecting private nature celebrated keats letters written 1816 1820 include colorful entries penned 44 day tour charles brown rambled england ireland scotland also included famous lengthy journal letters written brother george sister in law america poetic genius keats shines epistolary form letters brim emotion wit intelligence routinely shared intimates summary nemor |
| 11536 |
11495 |
12168 |
Sinking of the ''Merrimac'' |
Richmond Pearson Hobson |
War & Military |
During the Spanish-American War, Naval Constructor Hobson U.S.N. devised a plan to scuttle a ship in the channel leading to Santiago harbor in Cuba and thus bottle up the Spanish fleet at anchor in the bay. This book contains Hobson's personal narrative of how the scheme was carried out and of what happened afterward. ( Delmar H. Dolbier) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-sinking-of-the-merrimac-by-richmond-pearson-hobson/ |
spanish american war naval constructor hobson u s n devised plan scuttle ship channel leading santiago harbor cuba thus bottle spanish fleet anchor bay book contains hobson s personal narrative scheme carried happened afterward delmar h dolbier |
| 11537 |
11496 |
12169 |
Bei Tische, Eine gastrosophische Novelle |
Otto Roquette |
Humorous Fiction |
Es findet ein großes Diner statt im Hause des Kommerzienrates Rosenthal v. Muffelseck, und unter den geladenen Gästen befindet sich auch der Geheimrat von Schatz. Der Geheimrat ist Gastrosoph, d.h., er sieht ein Gastmahl wie dieses als eine hohe Kunst, die mit einem Theaterstück vergleichbar ist. Zwischen den Geschmacksexplosionen bei Tische wendet er sich außerdem noch seiner Tischnachbarin, der schönen Gräfin Erlach zu, deren Hand er sich fast so sehr wünscht wie den nächsten Gang. Die Gräfin ist jedoch weniger an einer Partie für sich selbst interessiert als daran, die Tochter des Hauses vor Ende des Abends verlobt zu sehen... - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/bei-tische-eine-gastrosophische-novelle-by-otto-roquette/ |
es findet ein großes diner statt im hause des kommerzienrates rosenthal v muffelseck und unter den geladenen gästen befindet sich auch der geheimrat von schatz der geheimrat ist gastrosoph d h er sieht ein gastmahl wie dieses als eine hohe kunst die mit einem theaterstück vergleichbar ist zwischen den geschmacksexplosionen bei tische wendet er sich außerdem noch seiner tischnachbarin der schönen gräfin erlach zu deren hand er sich fast sehr wünscht wie den nächsten gang die gräfin ist jedoch weniger einer partie für sich selbst interessiert als daran die tochter des hauses vor ende des abends verlobt zu sehen summary carolin |
| 11538 |
11497 |
12170 |
Gesammelte Schriften |
Max Liebermann |
Art, Design & Architecture |
Max Liebermann war einer der bedeutendsten deutschen Maler des Impressionismus. Seine Werke sind noch heute bekannt und geschätzt. Weniger bekannt sind seine Schriften, die in diesem Band gesammelt sind. Max Liebermann war nämlich nicht nur selbst Maler, sondern interessierte sich für alle Aspekte der Kunst, was in diesen 25 kurzen Stücken eindrucksvoll zum Ausdruck kommt. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/gesammelte-schriften-by-max-liebermann/ |
max liebermann war einer der bedeutendsten deutschen maler des impressionismus seine werke sind noch heute bekannt und geschätzt weniger bekannt sind seine schriften die diesem band gesammelt sind max liebermann war nämlich nicht nur selbst maler sondern interessierte sich für alle aspekte der kunst diesen 25 kurzen stücken eindrucksvoll zum ausdruck kommt summary carolin |
| 11539 |
11498 |
12172 |
Nuoren Wertherin kärsimykset |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epistolary Fiction, General Fiction |
Nuoren Wertherin kärsimykset (saks. Die Leiden des jungen Werthers, 1774) on Johann Wolfgang von Goethen kirjoittama kirjeromaani. Löyhästi omaelämäkerrallisesta romaanista kehkeytyi saksalaisen Sturm und Drang -liikkeen tärkeimpiä teoksia. Sillä oli myös vaikutusta myöhempään romantiikan kirjallisuuteen. Romaanin ansiosta Goethesta tuli yksi ensimmäisistä kirjallisuuden tähdistä jo elinaikanaan. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Finnish |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/nuoren-wertherin-kaersimykset-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
nuoren wertherin kärsimykset saks die leiden des jungen werthers 1774 johann wolfgang von goethen kirjoittama kirjeromaani löyhästi omaelämäkerrallisesta romaanista kehkeytyi saksalaisen sturm und drang liikkeen tärkeimpiä teoksia sillä oli myös vaikutusta myöhempään romantiikan kirjallisuuteen romaanin ansiosta goethesta tuli yksi ensimmäisistä kirjallisuuden tähdistä jo elinaikanaan summary wikipedia |
| 11540 |
11499 |
12173 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6: Part 1: Joan of Naples |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime, Early Modern |
The celebrated crimes committed during the life of Joan (Joanna I) of Naples span from personal misdeeds (adulteries and mariticide) to regional warfare (like the 1345 War in the Piedmont), and ultimately unraveled her father’s legacy (King Robert the Wise). Dumas projects her story through a deathly lens: beginning with the passing of King Robert the Wise, winding through the untimely demise of nobles, soldiers, and children, then ending at Joan’s own assassination. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-6-part-1-joan-of-naples-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
celebrated crimes committed life joan joanna i naples span personal misdeeds adulteries mariticide regional warfare like 1345 war piedmont ultimately unraveled father s legacy king robert wise dumas projects story deathly lens beginning passing king robert wise winding untimely demise nobles soldiers children ending joan s assassination summary jvanstan |
| 11541 |
11500 |
12174 |
Aventures d'Alice au Pays des Merveilles |
Lewis Carroll |
Humorous Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
"Alice au Pays des Merveilles," publié originellement par Lewis Carroll en 1865 comme "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," fut traduit en 1869 par Henri Bué. Histoire de fantaisie, il s'agit d'une jeune fille, Alice, qui tombe dans un trou de lapin, et se trouve tout d'un coup dans un monde de merveilles. Là, elle rencontre plusieurs personnages curieux, comme le chat du Cheshire, le Chapelier, le Lièvre de Mars, Humpty Dumpty, la Fausse-tortue, la Reine de Coeurs, parmi d'autres. Pas destiné d'origine à se faire livre d'enfants, Alice s'embrouille dans un monde cauchemardesque, peuplé d'animaux et de "gens" qui lui parlent de choses les plus absurdes.<br><br> "Alice au Pays des Merveilles", originally published by Lewis Carroll in 1865 as "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," was translated in 1869 by Henri Bué. This is a fantasy about a young girl, Alice, who falls down a rabbit hole, and suddenly finds herself in a wonderland. There, she meets several curious characters, such as the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, Humpty Dumpty, the Mock Turtle, the Queen of Hearts, among others. Not intended originally to be a children's book, Alice wades through a nightmarish world, populated by animals and "people" who speak to her of the most absurd things. Summary by Linda Olsen Fitak |
French |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/aventures-dalice-au-pays-des-merveilles-by-lewis-carroll/ |
alice au pays des merveilles publié originellement par lewis carroll en 1865 comme alice s adventures wonderland fut traduit en 1869 par henri bué histoire de fantaisie il s agit d une jeune fille alice qui tombe dans un trou de lapin et se trouve tout d un coup dans un monde de merveilles là elle rencontre plusieurs personnages curieux comme le chat du cheshire le chapelier le lièvre de mars humpty dumpty la fausse tortue la reine de coeurs parmi d autres pas destiné d origine à se faire livre d enfants alice s embrouille dans un monde cauchemardesque peuplé d animaux et de gens qui lui parlent de choses les plus absurdes br br alice au pays des merveilles originally published lewis carroll 1865 alice s adventures wonderland translated 1869 henri bué fantasy young girl alice falls rabbit hole suddenly finds wonderland there meets several curious characters cheshire cat mad hatter march hare humpty dumpty mock turtle queen hearts among others intended originally children s book alice wades nightmarish world populated animals people speak absurd things summary linda olsen fitak |
| 11542 |
11501 |
12175 |
Mystery at Dark Cedars |
Edith Lavell |
Action & Adventure |
Mary Louise and her friend Jane take on a mystery. The first in a series featuring these charming young detectives. (Summary by CariJS) |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-at-dark-cedars-by-edith-lavell/ |
mary louise friend jane take mystery first series featuring charming young detectives summary carijs |
| 11543 |
11502 |
12176 |
London (Ancient And Modern) From The Sanitary And Medical Point Of View |
George Vivian Poore |
Medical, Technology & Engineering |
This little book is an expansion of two addresses delivered in January, 1889. One deals with sanitary issues in London. The other deals with medical issues, mainly through the lives and careers of physicians. Though ancients are included, the main emphasis is upon the sixteenth through nineteenth centuries. - Summary by Book Preface and David Wales |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/london-ancient-and-modern-from-the-sanitary-and-medical-point-of-view-by-george-vivian-poore/ |
little book expansion two addresses delivered january 1889 one deals sanitary issues london deals medical issues mainly lives careers physicians though ancients included main emphasis upon sixteenth nineteenth centuries summary book preface david wales |
| 11544 |
11503 |
12177 |
Desirable Alien at Home in Germany |
Ford Madox Ford |
Travel & Geography |
A travel journal of a year the author spent in Germany. With a preface and two additional chapters by her partner, the novelist Ford Madox Ford (here using the surname Hueffer). - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/desirable-alien-by-violet-hunt/ |
travel journal year author spent germany preface two additional chapters partner novelist ford madox ford here using surname hueffer summary barbara2 |
| 11545 |
11504 |
12178 |
Dandy Dick |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
“Dandy Dick” was the third of the farces which Mr. Pinero wrote for the old Court Theatre—a series of plays which, besides giving playgoers a fresh source of laughter, and the English stage a new order of comic play, brought plentiful prosperity to the joint management of Mr. Arthur Cecil and the late Mr. John Clayton. - Summary by (From Introduction)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Very Reverend Augustin Jedd, DD, Dean of St Marvells: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSir Tristram Mardon, Bart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMajor Tarver, -th Hussars, quartered at Durnstone near St Marvells: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nMr. Darbey, -th Hussars, quartered at Durnstone near St Marvells: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nBlore, Butler at the Deanery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nNoah Topping, Constable at St. Marvells: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nHatcham, Sir Tristram's groom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nGeorgiana Tidman, a widow, the Dean's sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nSalome, Dean's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSheba, Dean's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nHannah Topping, formerly in service at the Deanery: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/dandy-dick-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
dandy dick third farces mr pinero wrote old court theatre a series plays which besides giving playgoers fresh source laughter english stage new order comic play brought plentiful prosperity joint management mr arthur cecil late mr john clayton summary from introduction br br cast list br reverend augustin jedd dd dean st marvells a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sir tristram mardon bart a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br major tarver th hussars quartered durnstone near st marvells a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br mr darbey th hussars quartered durnstone near st marvells a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br blore butler deanery a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br noah topping constable st marvells a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br hatcham sir tristram s groom a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br georgiana tidman widow dean s sister a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br salome dean s daughter a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br sheba dean s daughter a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br hannah topping formerly service deanery a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
| 11546 |
11505 |
12179 |
In A Subway Station |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sara Teasdale (August 8, 1884 – January 29, 1933) was an American lyric poet. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-subway-station-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale august 8 1884 january 29 1933 american lyric poet summary wikipedia |
| 11547 |
11506 |
12180 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 5: Nature (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The fifth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a range of poems dealing with the natural world, covering subjects such as trees; flowers; plants; birds; insects; mammals; and the sea. - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-vol-5-nature-part-2/ |
fifth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes range poems dealing natural world covering subjects trees flowers plants birds insects mammals sea summary tomas peter |
| 11548 |
11508 |
12182 |
Christmas Under Three Flags |
Mary Emily Donelson Wilcox |
Family & Relationships, Memoirs |
This work details personal memories of Mary Emily Donelson Wilcox, adopted granddaughter (acutally grand niece) of Rachel Donelson Jackson, wife of President Andrew Jackson, and assumed to be the first baby born in the White House. The book focuses on three Christmas memories--the first of a Christmas in the White House during the 1830's and Jackson's Presidency; the second, a Christmas in Prussia at the home of the Crown Prince, to which she was invited because her father was US minister to Berlin; the last story, a Christmas in Texas in the 1830s. Unlike the first two stories, the third one does appear to be a personal memory, but a recounting of a story, possibly told to her as she lived in Texas while her father served as US Commissioner to the Texas Republic. Summary by Dr. P. Gould. |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-under-three-flags-by-mary-emily-donelson-wilcox/ |
work details personal memories mary emily donelson wilcox adopted granddaughter acutally grand niece rachel donelson jackson wife president andrew jackson assumed first baby born white house book focuses three christmas memories the first christmas white house 1830 s jackson s presidency second christmas prussia home crown prince invited father us minister berlin last story christmas texas 1830s unlike first two stories third one appear personal memory recounting story possibly told lived texas father served us commissioner texas republic summary dr p gould |
| 11549 |
11509 |
12183 |
Long, Long Trail |
Max Brand |
Westerns |
A willful flirtatious girl; a morose family; a dark, mysterious, and (to some) alluring man; lots of horses, guns, honor, love, courage, and treachery in this 1921 pulp western. Max Brand was known for going well beyond the formulaic western. The Long Long Trail is an excellent example of his craft.- Summary by david wales |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-long-long-trail-by-max-brand/ |
willful flirtatious girl morose family dark mysterious to some alluring man lots horses guns honor love courage treachery 1921 pulp western max brand known going well beyond formulaic western long long trail excellent example craft summary david wales |
| 11550 |
11510 |
12184 |
Cave On Thunder Cloud |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Tish Carberry reluctantly takes her two best friends, Aggie and Lizzie, on a camping trip into the hills of their Midwestern American town, only to fall in with outlaws on the lam from a train robbery! Comic adventure ensues. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-cave-on-thunder-cloud-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
tish carberry reluctantly takes two best friends aggie lizzie camping trip hills midwestern american town fall outlaws lam train robbery comic adventure ensues summary matt pierard |
| 11551 |
11511 |
12185 |
Rubaiyat of Umar Khaiyam |
Omar Khayyám |
Poetry |
In 1867 Jean Baptiste Nicolas (1814-1875), scholar and career diplomat, published the first major French translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. This version is in prose and the collection contains 464 verses.<br /><br />In Nicolas’ view, Omar was no Epicurean reveler but rather a relentless spiritual seeker – his frequent allusions to wine and lovers are metaphors, expressive of a divine discontent that can only be resolved by union with a mystical beloved. However, most other translators and commentators regard Omar as a man who sampled and enjoyed both earthly and philosophical delights.<br /><br />In 1903 Frederic Rolfe, the self styled “Baron Corvo”, published an English translation of Nicolas’ version. In the same year Robert Arnot published a collection of translations which also included an English version of Nicolas’ text. While both these translations are in prose, Rolfe’s version, with its heraldic and evocative verbiage, and its presentation of Omar as a more rounded personality than Nicolas’ etiolated mystic, can be considered, as with Fitzgerald’s celebrated translation, as an independent work of art. (Summary by Algy Pug) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubaiyat-of-umar-khaiyam-rolfe-translation/ |
1867 jean baptiste nicolas 1814 1875 scholar career diplomat published first major french translation rubaiyat omar khayyam version prose collection contains 464 verses br br in nicolas view omar epicurean reveler rather relentless spiritual seeker frequent allusions wine lovers metaphors expressive divine discontent resolved union mystical beloved however translators commentators regard omar man sampled enjoyed earthly philosophical delights br br in 1903 frederic rolfe self styled baron corvo published english translation nicolas version year robert arnot published collection translations also included english version nicolas text translations prose rolfe s version heraldic evocative verbiage presentation omar rounded personality nicolas etiolated mystic considered fitzgerald s celebrated translation independent work art summary algy pug |
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11512 |
12186 |
Short Poetry Collection 173 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 41 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for October 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-173-by-various/ |
collection 41 poems read librivox volunteers october 2017 |
| 11553 |
11513 |
12187 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 03. March 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the March Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>Storms and Weather Forecasts, by Willis L. Moore</li>\n<li>Rubber Forests of Nicaragua and Sierra Leone, by Gen. A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>Recent Explorations in Equatorial Africa, by E. De Sasseville</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature, Serials and Notes</li></ul><br/> \n<br/> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-03-march-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly march number br br includes following articles br br ul li storms weather forecasts willis l moore li li rubber forests nicaragua sierra leone gen a w greely li li recent explorations equatorial africa e de sasseville li li geographic literature serials notes li ul br br |
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11514 |
12188 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 04. April 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the April Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>A Summer Voyage to the Arctic, by G. R. Putnam</li>\n<li>The Area and Drainage Basin of Lake Superior, by Mark W. Harrington</li>\n<li>The Siberian Transcontinental Railroad, by Gen. A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature and Serials</li></ul><br/> \n<br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-04-april-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly april number br br includes following articles br br ul li a summer voyage arctic g r putnam li li the area drainage basin lake superior mark w harrington li li the siberian transcontinental railroad gen a w greely li li geographic literature serials li ul br br |
| 11555 |
11515 |
12189 |
Cakes & Ale, A Dissertation on Banquets Interspersed with Various Recipes, More or Less Original, and anecdotes, mainly veracious |
Edward Spencer |
Cooking |
A long time ago, an estimable lady fell at the feet of an habitual publisher, and prayed unto him:—<br><br>“Give, oh! give me the subject of a book for which the world has a need, and I will write it for you.”<br><br>“Are you an author, madam?” asked the publisher, motioning his visitor to a seat.<br><br>“No, sir,” was the proud reply, “I am a poet.”<br><br>“Ah!” said the great man. “I am afraid there is no immediate worldly need of a poet. If you could only write a good cookery book, now! ... What I want,” said the publisher, “is a series of essays on food, a few anecdotes of stirring adventure—you have a fine flow of imagination, I understand—and a few useful, but uncommon recipes. But plenty of plums in the book, my dear sir, plenty of plums.”<br><br>“But, suppose my own supply of plums should not hold out, what am I to do?”<br><br>“What do you do—what does the cook do, when the plums for her pudding run short? Get some more; the Museum, my dear sir, the great storehouse of national literature, is free to all whose character is above the normal standard. When your memory and imagination fail, try the British Museum. You know what is a mightier factor than both sword and pen? Precisely so. And remember that in replenishing your store from the works of those who have gone before, you are only following in their footsteps. I only bar Sydney Smith and Charles Lamb. Let me have the script by Christmas—d’you smoke?—mind the step—good morning.”<br><br>In this way, gentle reader, were the trenches dug, the saps laid for the attack of the great work. (from the Preface) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/cakes-ale-by-edward-spenser/ |
long time ago estimable lady fell feet habitual publisher prayed unto him br br give oh give subject book world need write you br br are author madam asked publisher motioning visitor seat br br no sir proud reply i poet br br ah said great man i afraid immediate worldly need poet could write good cookery book now want said publisher is series essays food anecdotes stirring adventure you fine flow imagination understand and useful uncommon recipes plenty plums book dear sir plenty plums br br but suppose supply plums hold out do br br what do what cook do plums pudding run short get more museum dear sir great storehouse national literature free whose character normal standard memory imagination fail try british museum know mightier factor sword pen precisely so remember replenishing store works gone before following footsteps bar sydney smith charles lamb let script christmas d you smoke mind step good morning br br in way gentle reader trenches dug saps laid attack great work from preface |
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11516 |
12190 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 05. May 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the May Number.<br/> <br/>\nIt includes the following articles:<br/> <br/>\n<ul><li>A Winter Voyage Through The Straights Of Magellan, by the late Admiral R. W. Meade, U.S.N.</li>\n<li>Admiral R. W. Meade, U.S.N., by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Costa Rica, by Señor Ricardo Villafranca</li>\n<li>Applied Physiography In South Carolina, by L. C. Glenn</li>\n<li>Sheik Said, by Ernest De Sasseville</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature, Serials and Miscellanea</li></ul><br/> \n<br/> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-05-may-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly may number br br includes following articles br br ul li a winter voyage straights magellan late admiral r w meade u s n li li admiral r w meade u s n john hyde li li costa rica señor ricardo villafranca li li applied physiography south carolina l c glenn li li sheik said ernest de sasseville li li geographic literature serials miscellanea li ul br br |
| 11557 |
11517 |
12191 |
Final Report of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities (Watergate Report), Volume 2 |
Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activi |
Political Science |
This report presents the findings and recommendations of the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities based on its investigation of the Watergate break-in and coverup, illegal and improper campaign practices and financing, and other wrongdoing during the Presidential campaign of 1972. The committee's mandate from the Senate, which was passed by a unanimous vote, was to make a "complete" investigation and study "of the extent ... to which illegal, improper, or unethical activities" occurred in the 1972 Presidential campaign and election and to determine whether new legislation was needed "to safeguard the electoral process by which the President of the United States is chosen." <br />This project contains chapters 4 & 5 of 11: Campaign Financing and The Milk Fund. - Summary modified from the introduction |
English |
1974 |
https://librivox.org/watergate-report-volume-2-by-us-senate/ |
report presents findings recommendations senate select committee presidential campaign activities based investigation watergate break in coverup illegal improper campaign practices financing wrongdoing presidential campaign 1972 committee s mandate senate passed unanimous vote make complete investigation study of extent illegal improper unethical activities occurred 1972 presidential campaign election determine whether new legislation needed to safeguard electoral process president united states chosen br this project contains chapters 4 5 11 campaign financing milk fund summary modified introduction |
| 11558 |
11518 |
12192 |
Short Poetry Collection 175 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 34 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for December 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-175-by-various/ |
collection 34 poems read librivox volunteers december 2017 |
| 11559 |
11519 |
12194 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 07-08. July-August 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the July-August Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>The Venezuelan Boundary Commission and its Work, by Marcus Baker</li>\n <li>Mineral Production in the United States, by John Hyde</li>\n <li>The Forests and Deserts of Arizona, by Bernard E. Fernow</li>\n <li>Mount St. Helens, by Lieut. Charles P. Elliott</li>\n <li>Geographic Literature</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-07-july-august-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly july august number br includes following articles br br ul li the venezuelan boundary commission work marcus baker li li mineral production united states john hyde li li the forests deserts arizona bernard e fernow li li mount st helens lieut charles p elliott li li geographic literature li ul br br |
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11520 |
12195 |
Haus des schwarzen Magiers |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Was, wenn Geistererscheinungen nichts Übernatürliches sind, sondern etwas Natürliches, das man wissenschaftlich erforschen und erklären kann? Ein gebildeter, rational denkender Viktorianischer Gentleman verbringt eine Nacht in einem Haus, in dem es angeblich schon seit vielen Jahren spuken soll. Er überlebt diese Nacht nur dank seines klaren Verstandes, seines Wissens und seiner Charakterstärke und Visionen - und es sind diese Eigenschaften, die ihm schliesslich die wahre, unmenschliche und dennoch zutiefst menschliche Natur des Spukes offenbaren. (Zusammenfassung von ClaudiaSterngucker) |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/das-haus-des-schwarzen-magiers-by-edward-bulwer-lytton/ |
was wenn geistererscheinungen nichts übernatürliches sind sondern etwas natürliches das man wissenschaftlich erforschen und erklären kann ein gebildeter rational denkender viktorianischer gentleman verbringt eine nacht einem haus dem es angeblich schon seit vielen jahren spuken soll er überlebt diese nacht nur dank seines klaren verstandes seines wissens und seiner charakterstärke und visionen und es sind diese eigenschaften die ihm schliesslich die wahre unmenschliche und dennoch zutiefst menschliche natur des spukes offenbaren zusammenfassung von claudiasterngucker |
| 11561 |
11521 |
12196 |
Coo-ee Reciter |
Various |
Anthologies, Literary Collections |
Recitation was a vital part of the curriculum in education in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It not only enabled students to gain practice in addressing groups in public, but also provided models for the study of accent and elocution – vital skills in the days before public address systems were universally available. Accordingly, a number of “reciters,” or collections of texts suitable for recitation, were published in this period. The Coo-ee Reciter, published in 1904, was one of the most popular of these collections in Australia. In the words of the anthologist it contains a variety of "humorous, pathetic, dramatic and dialect recitations and readings" by Australian, British and American authors.<br /><br />Inevitably, these collections featured many items that featured the events and attitudes of the period. While many of the pieces can make no claim to be great literature, they do have great value as windows into the experiences, expectations and aspirations of the people at the time. \n - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-coo-ee-reciter-by-various/ |
recitation vital part curriculum education victorian edwardian eras enabled students gain practice addressing groups public also provided models study accent elocution vital skills days public address systems universally available accordingly number reciters collections texts suitable recitation published period coo ee reciter published 1904 one popular collections australia words anthologist contains variety humorous pathetic dramatic dialect recitations readings australian british american authors br br inevitably collections featured many items featured events attitudes period many pieces make claim great literature great value windows experiences expectations aspirations people time summary algy pug |
| 11562 |
11522 |
12197 |
Heart of Philura |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Published 1900 onward |
(Once again Mrs Kingsley does not shy away from the highs and lows of life in the quickly changing world of the 1900s…the ageing women working to support themselves or their families, in jobs that will soon disappear...the washerwoman, butter-woman and the little dressmaker….the contrast between the socialite of Boston and the drudge in the kitchen….the old farmers and the independent, college-educated young people…and, with an acceptance of the realities of life we might think of as “modern”, the impact of an illegitimate child on the lives of its mother and her whole family.\nIn her new role as the ministers wife, Miss Philura’s independent (dare one say rebellious?) spirit continues to blossom, while deep in her heart there is a secret longing waiting to be realised….The arrival of a mysterious new family in the village will have unexpected consequences for the lives of several people in Innesfield; fortunately the heart of Philura is big enough and brave enough to embrace it all.\n(Anne F ) <br /><br />\nBooks in the series:<br />\n1 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-transfiguration-of-miss-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Transfiguration of Miss Philura</a> <br />\n2 - <a href="https://librivox.org/miss-philuras-wedding-gown-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Miss Philura's Wedding Gown</a> <br />\n3 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Heart of Philura</a> <br />\n4 - <a href="https://librivox.org/neighbors-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Neighbors</a> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
once mrs kingsley shy away highs lows life quickly changing world 1900s the ageing women working support families jobs soon disappear the washerwoman butter woman little dressmaker the contrast socialite boston drudge kitchen the old farmers independent college educated young people and acceptance realities life might think modern impact illegitimate child lives mother whole family new role ministers wife miss philura s independent dare one say rebellious spirit continues blossom deep heart secret longing waiting realised the arrival mysterious new family village unexpected consequences lives several people innesfield fortunately heart philura big enough brave enough embrace all anne f br br books series br 1 a href https librivox org the transfiguration of miss philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the transfiguration miss philura a br 2 a href https librivox org miss philuras wedding gown by florence morse kingsley target _blank miss philura s wedding gown a br 3 a href https librivox org the heart of philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the heart philura a br 4 a href https librivox org neighbors by florence morse kingsley target _blank neighbors a |
| 11563 |
11523 |
12198 |
Equipaje del Rey José |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
El equipaje del rey José (1875) es la primera novela de la segunda serie de los Episodios nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. En él, el escritor presenta a los personajes centrales de esta serie: Salvador Monsalud, Carlos Garrote, Jenara Barahona y Juan de Pipaón; a través de ellos se describe la raíz del enfrentamiento entre liberales y absolutistas -representado por la lucha personal entre Salvador Monsalud y Carlos Garrote- que se había ido incubando durante la Guerra de Independencia y que a partir de entonces marcará la historia de España. (Summary by KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/el-equipaje-del-rey-jose-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
el equipaje del rey josé 1875 es la primera novela de la segunda serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós en él el escritor presenta los personajes centrales de esta serie salvador monsalud carlos garrote jenara barahona juan de pipaón través de ellos se describe la raíz del enfrentamiento entre liberales absolutistas representado por la lucha personal entre salvador monsalud carlos garrote que se había ido incubando durante la guerra de independencia que partir de entonces marcará la historia de españa summary kendalrigans |
| 11564 |
11524 |
12199 |
Judgement of Valhalla |
Gilbert Frankau |
Single author |
Gilbert Frankau was a prolific and popular British novelist who wrote both in prose and verse and had fifty works published over a fifty year period. He is considered one of the war poets of World War I. This collection of his poems, published in 1918, reflect his experiences which included fighting in some of the major battles of the war at Loos, Ypres and the Somme. Summary by Nemo. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-judgement-of-valhalla-by-gilbert-frankau/ |
gilbert frankau prolific popular british novelist wrote prose verse fifty works published fifty year period considered one war poets world war i collection poems published 1918 reflect experiences included fighting major battles war loos ypres somme summary nemo |
| 11565 |
11525 |
12200 |
Unto Caesar |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
"The State," he said, speaking at least as haughtily as Dea Flavia herself, "hath agreed to accept the sum of twenty aurei for this slave. 'Tis too late now to make further bids for her."\n\nBut a pair of large blue eyes, cold as the waters of the Tiber and like unto them mysterious and elusive, were turned fully on the speaker.\n\n"Too late didst thou say, oh Taurus Antinor?" said Dea Flavia raising her pencilled eyebrows with a slight expression of scorn, "nay! I had not seen the hammer descend! The girl until then is not sold, and open to the highest bidder. Or am I wrong, O praefect, in thus interpreting the laws of Rome?"\n\n"This is an exceptional case, Augusta," he retorted curtly.\n\n"Then wilt thou expound to me that law which deals with such exceptional cases?" she rejoined with the same ill-concealed tone of gentle irony. "I had never heard of it; so I pray thee enlighten mine ignorance. Of a truth thou must know the law, since thou didst swear before the altar of the gods to uphold it with all thy might."\n\n"'Tis not a case of law, Augusta, but one of pity."\n\nThe praefect, feeling no doubt the weakness of any argument which aimed at coercing this daughter of the Cæsars, prompted too by his innate respect of the law which he administered, thought it best to retreat from his position of haughty arrogance and to make an appeal, since obviously he could not command. Dea Flavia was quick to note this change of attitude, and her delicate lips parted in a contemptuous smile.\n\n"Dost administer pity as well as law, O Taurus Antinor?" she asked coldly. - Summary from the book |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/unto-caesar-by-baroness-orczy/ |
the state said speaking least haughtily dea flavia herself hath agreed accept sum twenty aurei slave tis late make bids her pair large blue eyes cold waters tiber like unto mysterious elusive turned fully speaker too late didst thou say oh taurus antinor said dea flavia raising pencilled eyebrows slight expression scorn nay seen hammer descend girl sold open highest bidder wrong praefect thus interpreting laws rome this exceptional case augusta retorted curtly then wilt thou expound law deals exceptional cases rejoined ill concealed tone gentle irony i never heard it pray thee enlighten mine ignorance truth thou must know law since thou didst swear altar gods uphold thy might tis case law augusta one pity praefect feeling doubt weakness argument aimed coercing daughter cæsars prompted innate respect law administered thought best retreat position haughty arrogance make appeal since obviously could command dea flavia quick note change attitude delicate lips parted contemptuous smile dost administer pity well law taurus antinor asked coldly summary book |
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11526 |
12201 |
Arte or Crafte of Rhethoryke |
Leonard Cox |
Education |
This text is a reprint of the first English-language book on rhetoric, including an introduction and notes from Frederic Ives Carpenter of the University of Chicago. Cox's original brief treatise covers various themes and topics related to oratory and argument. Carpenter's introductory material adds context and analysis. (Summary by Amelia Chesley) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-arte-or-crafte-of-rhethoryke-by-leonard-cox/ |
text reprint first english language book rhetoric including introduction notes frederic ives carpenter university chicago cox s original brief treatise covers various themes topics related oratory argument carpenter s introductory material adds context analysis summary amelia chesley |
| 11567 |
11527 |
12202 |
Vision of Sir Launfal and Other Poems |
James Russell Lowell |
Poetry |
A collection of poems by Lowell, one of the Fireside poets with Longfellow, Whittier, Holmes, and Bryant, including a sketch of his life. The collection is composed of the title piece, a retelling of an Arthurian legend, as well as 17 other poems. - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-vision-of-sir-launfal-and-other-poems-by-james-russell-lowell/ |
collection poems lowell one fireside poets longfellow whittier holmes bryant including sketch life collection composed title piece retelling arthurian legend well 17 poems summary fritz |
| 11568 |
11528 |
12203 |
Mucker |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Grown and raised on the streets of Chicago; a ruthless, brawling beast of a man who detests all that “class” and “highbrow society” has to offer. Shanghaied and put into service upon a pirate’s vessel to kidnap an affluent business man’s daughter on the high seas. Shipwrecked with mutineering shipmates, Billy Byrne now fights to rescue the young woman from not only these pirates, but ancient samurai headhunters that inhabit this lonely island…and to find the man that truly lies inside the beast.\n\nSummary by Joe DeNoia |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-mucker-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
grown raised streets chicago ruthless brawling beast man detests class highbrow society offer shanghaied put service upon pirate s vessel kidnap affluent business man s daughter high seas shipwrecked mutineering shipmates billy byrne fights rescue young woman pirates ancient samurai headhunters inhabit lonely island and find man truly lies inside beast summary joe denoia |
| 11569 |
11536 |
12211 |
Bunte Beute |
Detlev von Liliencron |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von Gedichten des norddeutschen Dichters Detlev von Liliencron. Die Gedichte sind sehr unterschiedlich und geradezu bunt, wie der Titel schon sagt, aber viele der Gedichte sind witzig, und einige beinhalten etwas Satire und Gesellschaftskritik. Grade diese leise Kritik könnte den modernen Leser interessieren, da es die Gesellschaft des beginnenden 20. Jahrhundert schön veranschaulicht. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/bunte-beute-by-detlev-von-liliencron/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von gedichten des norddeutschen dichters detlev von liliencron die gedichte sind sehr unterschiedlich und geradezu bunt wie der titel schon sagt aber viele der gedichte sind witzig und einige beinhalten etwas satire und gesellschaftskritik grade diese leise kritik könnte den modernen leser interessieren da es die gesellschaft des beginnenden 20 jahrhundert schön veranschaulicht summary carolin |
| 11570 |
11529 |
12204 |
Interpretation of Keats's Endymion |
Henry Clement Notcutt |
Essays & Short Works |
Endymion is the largest work by John Keats and was composed between April and November 1817. When it was published in April 1818 the critical reception was almost universally hostile. Since that time, many readers have found the poem dense and inaccessible, and have preferred to focus on the occasional gems of poetic commentary for which it has become famous. \nFeeling that the poem was both undervalued and misunderstood, in 1919 Professor Clement Notcutt published a lengthy essay, which could be considered a “user’s guide” to Endymion. He sums up his intent in the introduction: \nA careful study of Endymion made some ten years ago led to the conclusion that there was more of allegorical significance in the poem than had hitherto been recognised, but the effort to trace that significance was only partially successful. Further study since that time has gradually opened up the way to the interpretation that is worked out in the following pages. It is probable that there are details in the story the meaning of which still lies hidden, but it may at least be hoped that enough has been discovered to win for the poem its rightful place among the not very numerous examples in English poetry of well-wrought allegory.\nIn 1921 Notcutt published a further essay entitled: The Story of Glaucus in Keat’s Endymion.\n - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/an-interpretation-of-keatss-endymion-by-henry-clement-notcutt/ |
endymion largest work john keats composed april november 1817 published april 1818 critical reception almost universally hostile since time many readers found poem dense inaccessible preferred focus occasional gems poetic commentary become famous feeling poem undervalued misunderstood 1919 professor clement notcutt published lengthy essay could considered user s guide endymion sums intent introduction careful study endymion made ten years ago led conclusion allegorical significance poem hitherto recognised effort trace significance partially successful study since time gradually opened way interpretation worked following pages probable details story meaning still lies hidden may least hoped enough discovered win poem rightful place among numerous examples english poetry well wrought allegory 1921 notcutt published essay entitled story glaucus keat s endymion summary algy pug |
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11530 |
12205 |
Physician In Spite of Himself |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
The Physician In Spite of Himself … is written in a most unbounded spirit of mirth, the matrimonial breezes wafting a certain amount of refreshing coolness throughout it all. The way in which Sganarelle is dubbed, or rather drubbed a doctor, is highly amusing; and the cure of the dumb girl, and the use which she makes of her recovered speech, contains a philosophical lesson which may be sometimes applied to the way in which nouveaux riches spread their newly acquired wealth. The learned and anatomical disquisitions between Sganarelle and Geronte are also very entertaining, as well as the growth of greed in the rustic physician. - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nGeronte, father to Lucinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLeandre, Lucinda's lover: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11279">aravagarwal</a><br>\nSganarelle, husband to Martine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nMonsieur Robert, Sganarelle's neighbor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nLucas, husband to Jacqueline: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nValere, Geronte's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nThibaut, peasant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nPerrin, his son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\nLucinda, Geronte's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMartine, Sganarelle's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nJacqueline, nurse at Geronte's, and Lucas' wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
18 |
https://librivox.org/the-physician-in-spite-of-himself-by-moliere/ |
physician spite written unbounded spirit mirth matrimonial breezes wafting certain amount refreshing coolness throughout all way sganarelle dubbed rather drubbed doctor highly amusing cure dumb girl use makes recovered speech contains philosophical lesson may sometimes applied way nouveaux riches spread newly acquired wealth learned anatomical disquisitions sganarelle geronte also entertaining well growth greed rustic physician summary translator br br cast list br geronte father lucinda a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br leandre lucinda s lover a href https librivox org reader 11279 aravagarwal a br sganarelle husband martine a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br monsieur robert sganarelle s neighbor a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br lucas husband jacqueline a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br valere geronte s servant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br thibaut peasant a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br perrin son a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br lucinda geronte s daughter a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br martine sganarelle s wife a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br jacqueline nurse geronte s lucas wife a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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12206 |
Dinosaurs, With Special Reference to the American Museum Collections |
William Diller Matthew |
*Non-fiction, Science, Life Sciences |
America has had a fascination with dinosaurs, particularly since the wild enthusiasm of Jurassic Park and its sequels. The term "dinosaur" was coined in 1841 by the Victorian scientist Sir Richard Owen. By the end of the 19th century, geologists and paleontologists had described fossil skeletons of many groups, and museums competed for the best dinosaur fossils. In this 1915 book, famed paleontologist William Diller Matthew describes fossils from the American museum collections, including the carnivores such as Tyrannosaurus Rex, the amphibious plant eaters such as Brontosaurus, and the horned dinosaurs such as Triceratops. A perfect primer for those who are intrigued by the giants that ruled the earth before mammals. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/dinosaurs-by-william-diller-matthew/ |
america fascination dinosaurs particularly since wild enthusiasm jurassic park sequels term dinosaur coined 1841 victorian scientist sir richard owen end 19th century geologists paleontologists described fossil skeletons many groups museums competed best dinosaur fossils 1915 book famed paleontologist william diller matthew describes fossils american museum collections including carnivores tyrannosaurus rex amphibious plant eaters brontosaurus horned dinosaurs triceratops perfect primer intrigued giants ruled earth mammals summary jeffery smith |
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11532 |
12207 |
When Your Pants Begin To Go |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Henry Archibald Hertzberg Lawson was an Australian writer and bush poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial period and is often called Australia's "greatest short story writer". He was the son of the poet, publisher and feminist Louisa Lawson. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/when-your-pants-begin-to-go-by-henry-lawson/ |
henry archibald hertzberg lawson australian writer bush poet along contemporary banjo paterson lawson among best known australian poets fiction writers colonial period often called australia s greatest short story writer son poet publisher feminist louisa lawson summary wikipedia |
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11533 |
12208 |
On the Iron at Big Cloud |
Frank L. Packard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Frank L. Packard worked as a civil engineer for the Canadian Pacific Railway. He brings this experience to the fictional Hill Division -- those those twisting, climbing, dangerous and glorious miles of track that lead from the Division Point at Big Cloud over the magnificent but treacherous Rockies to the straight and level Pacific Division. Here are fifteen stories of exciting times on the Hill Division and of the remarkable men—Regan, Carlton, Spence and all the others—whose determination, ability, even heroism, tamed the fabulous Hill Division. (Summary by Delmar H Dolbier) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-iron-at-big-cloud-by-frank-l-packard/ |
frank l packard worked civil engineer canadian pacific railway brings experience fictional hill division twisting climbing dangerous glorious miles track lead division point big cloud magnificent treacherous rockies straight level pacific division fifteen stories exciting times hill division remarkable men regan carlton spence others whose determination ability even heroism tamed fabulous hill division summary delmar h dolbier |
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12209 |
All Along The River |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
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Isola Disney is very lonely. Her husband left her and traveled with his regiment to India. No one knows when he would return. Alone in a remote part of the country, she is an easy prey for the local nobleman. This realistic novel tells about choices and their consiquences. Perfect for fans of Mary Elizabeth Braddon's other works, and Madame Bovary. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/all-along-the-river-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
isola disney lonely husband left traveled regiment india one knows would return alone remote part country easy prey local nobleman realistic novel tells choices consiquences perfect fans mary elizabeth braddon s works madame bovary summary stav nisser |
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11535 |
12210 |
Gypsy, the Talking Dog; a Story for Young Folks |
Tudor Jenks |
Animals & Nature |
Gypsy is a particularly smart little dog, who knows a lot of tricks which he performed with his owner, a street artist. But one day, he is stolen from this owner and kidnapped, and brought aboard a ship to be transported away. Luckily he gets to meet Galopoff, the talking pony, on that ship, who helps him escape. A world of adventure opens to Gypsy, until he finds a good home. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/gypsy-the-talking-dog-a-story-for-young-folks-by-tudor-jenks/ |
gypsy particularly smart little dog knows lot tricks performed owner street artist one day stolen owner kidnapped brought aboard ship transported away luckily gets meet galopoff talking pony ship helps escape world adventure opens gypsy finds good home summary carolin |
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11537 |
12212 |
Romance of Polar Exploration |
G. Firth Scott |
Exploration |
While stories of the Polar explorers and their efforts to reach the Poles have been told again and again, the constant renewal of expeditions adds, every year, fresh incidents to the record, until it may almost be said that the fascination of the frozen regions is as inexhaustible as the list of Polar heroes is illimitable. Nor is the interest confined solely to the achievement of modern explorers. However great the results of their exertions may be, the fact that, in spite of all the advantages conferred by recent scientific discovery and modern appliances, the explorers of to-day have failed to penetrate the uttermost secrets of the worlds of ice, renders more impressively heroic the struggles of the earlier travellers, whose equipment, viewed in comparison with that of modern man, was apparently so inadequate and often inappropriate.\n<br></br>\nNo series of Polar adventure stories would be complete without a prominent place being given to the earlier explorers, and especially to that British hero, Franklin, whose name is so inseparably associated with the history of Arctic exploration. The account of his daring voyages and of his tragic end, at the moment of victory, has already been given in many a form; but the tale is one which will stand re-telling for generations yet to come. In the present instance it has been of necessity briefly written, but in such a manner as will, it is hoped, without loss of interest, render clear a comparison of the conditions under which he and his brave companions worked and fought to their death, with those that existed for later expeditions and especially the expeditions of Nansen, Peary, and Abruzzi.\n<br></br>\nThe Antarctic, equally with the Arctic, now commands the attention of man. In the South, as in the North, the British race has again produced explorers who have fought their way into the icy fastnesses. From the time that Captain Cook sailed round the unknown southern ocean, more than a century ago, the British flag has waved in the forefront of the advance. The work which Sir James Ross began, over half a century since, has now been carried farther than ever it was anticipated it could be. By the voyage of the Discovery, the Antarctic continent has been revealed to within five hundred miles of the Pole, and in the gallant exploits of the commander, Captain Robert Scott, there are many who see a repetition of all that made the name of Franklin so immortal.\n<br></br>\nThe source of the information on which these stories are based (as is frequently mentioned in the text) is the personal narrative of the explorer concerned, where available; and if the interest aroused in any of them requires more to satisfy it than the exigencies of space renders possible in this volume, the attention which will thereby be drawn to the more comprehensive records will stand as a slight acknowledgment of the indebtedness of the writer of these re-told stories to the authors of the original narratives. - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-polar-exploration-by-g-firth-scott/ |
stories polar explorers efforts reach poles told again constant renewal expeditions adds every year fresh incidents record may almost said fascination frozen regions inexhaustible list polar heroes illimitable interest confined solely achievement modern explorers however great results exertions may be fact that spite advantages conferred recent scientific discovery modern appliances explorers to day failed penetrate uttermost secrets worlds ice renders impressively heroic struggles earlier travellers whose equipment viewed comparison modern man apparently inadequate often inappropriate br br series polar adventure stories would complete without prominent place given earlier explorers especially british hero franklin whose name inseparably associated history arctic exploration account daring voyages tragic end moment victory already given many form tale one stand re telling generations yet come present instance necessity briefly written manner will hoped without loss interest render clear comparison conditions brave companions worked fought death existed later expeditions especially expeditions nansen peary abruzzi br br antarctic equally arctic commands attention man south north british race produced explorers fought way icy fastnesses time captain cook sailed round unknown southern ocean century ago british flag waved forefront advance work sir james ross began half century since carried farther ever anticipated could be voyage discovery antarctic continent revealed within five hundred miles pole gallant exploits commander captain robert scott many see repetition made name franklin immortal br br source information stories based as frequently mentioned text personal narrative explorer concerned available interest aroused requires satisfy exigencies space renders possible volume attention thereby drawn comprehensive records stand slight acknowledgment indebtedness writer re told stories authors original narratives summary preface |
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12213 |
Permanent Husband |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction |
THE PERMANENT HUSBAND, also published as The Eternal Husband, is a psychological novella by the acclaimed Russian author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. The plot revolves around the intense and complex relationship between Velchaninov and Trusotsky. Velchaninov, the protagonist, is a former lover of the recently deceased wife of Trusotsky, the title character. <br>\nSome critics have ranked this novella among Dostoeyevsky’s best works because of its style and structure. Alfred Bem has called it "one of the most complete works by Dostoyevsky in regards to its composition and development. – Adapted from Wikipedia<br>\n<a href="http://www.crisismagazine.com/2014/dostoevskys-eternal-husband-adultery-butchery-prophecy">An excellent commentary may be found here</a>.\n(Lee Smalley)\n |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/the-permanent-husband-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
permanent husband also published eternal husband psychological novella acclaimed russian author fyodor dostoyevsky plot revolves around intense complex relationship velchaninov trusotsky velchaninov protagonist former lover recently deceased wife trusotsky title character br critics ranked novella among dostoeyevsky s best works style structure alfred bem called one complete works dostoyevsky regards composition development adapted wikipedia br a href http www crisismagazine com 2014 dostoevskys eternal husband adultery butchery prophecy an excellent commentary may found here a lee smalley |
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12214 |
Wonderful Adventures of Phra the Phoenician |
Edwin Lester Arnold |
Fantasy Fiction |
Phra, a Phoenician merchant and warrior, settles in the south of England as husband to Blodwen, a British princess. Slain during the Roman invasion, he reawakens several hundred years later to find that Blodwen has painstakingly tattooed the history of his family and village on his body. Slipping in and out of a state of suspended animation, Phra goes on to play his part in the departure of the Romans, the Norman conquest, and the Hundred Years' War. Meanwhile, Blodwen appears to Phra from time to time in ethereal form and in the guise of a succession of beautiful lovers. Expect adventure, battles, romance, mystery, commentary on the futility of war and, for those who continue to the end, some bad science in the form of an out-of-control steam-powered robot. Phra was first published as a serial in Illustrated London News, and later as a book in the United States and the United Kingdom. After languishing in obscurity for many years Phra's wonderful adventures were republished in the 1970s as the eleventh volume in the Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/phra-the-phoenician-by-edwin-lester-arnold/ |
phra phoenician merchant warrior settles south england husband blodwen british princess slain roman invasion reawakens several hundred years later find blodwen painstakingly tattooed history family village body slipping state suspended animation phra goes play part departure romans norman conquest hundred years war meanwhile blodwen appears phra time time ethereal form guise succession beautiful lovers expect adventure battles romance mystery commentary futility war and continue end bad science form out of control steam powered robot phra first published serial illustrated london news later book united states united kingdom languishing obscurity many years phra s wonderful adventures republished 1970s eleventh volume newcastle forgotten fantasy library phil benson |
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12215 |
Untroubled Mind |
Herbert J. Hall |
Self-Help |
Our own minds cause us great pain through worry, fear and anxiety. We all know this, but how to stop the whirling, spinning wheel inside our heads? How to calm our racing thoughts and reach a truly untroubled mind? This medical doctor shares his wisdom about this gathered in years of practice and research. It is well worth listening to."When a man tells me he never worries, I am inclined to think that he is either deceiving himself or trying to deceive me. The great roots of worry are conscience, fear, and regret. Undoubtedly we ought to be conscientious and we ought to fear and regret evil. But if it is to be better than an impediment and a harm, our worry must be largely unconscious, and intuitive. The moment we become conscious of worry we are undone.... The remedy for the mental unrest, which is in itself an illness, lies not in an enlightened knowledge of the harmfulness and ineffectiveness of worry, not even in the acquirement of an unconscious conscience, but in the living of a life so full and good that worry cannot find place in it." - Summary by the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-untroubled-mind-by-herbert-j-hall-2/ |
minds cause us great pain worry fear anxiety know this stop whirling spinning wheel inside heads calm racing thoughts reach truly untroubled mind medical doctor shares wisdom gathered years practice research well worth listening to when man tells never worries inclined think either deceiving trying deceive me great roots worry conscience fear regret undoubtedly ought conscientious ought fear regret evil better impediment harm worry must largely unconscious intuitive moment become conscious worry undone remedy mental unrest illness lies enlightened knowledge harmfulness ineffectiveness worry even acquirement unconscious conscience living life full good worry cannot find place it summary author |
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11541 |
12217 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6: Part 2: The Man in the Iron Mask, Martin Guerre |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
Dumas, with the assistance of several friends, compiled Celebrated Crimes, an eight-volume collection of essays on famous criminals and crimes from European history. Includes The Man in the Iron Mask and Martin Guerre. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-6-part-2-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dumas assistance several friends compiled celebrated crimes eight volume collection essays famous criminals crimes european history includes man iron mask martin guerre summary michele eaton |
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11542 |
12219 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 5: Derues, La Constantin |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
Dumas, with the assistance of several friends, compiled Celebrated Crimes, an eight-volume collection of essays on famous criminals and crimes from European history. Includes Vaninka and The Marquise De Ganges. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-5-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
dumas assistance several friends compiled celebrated crimes eight volume collection essays famous criminals crimes european history includes vaninka marquise de ganges summary michele eaton |
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11543 |
12220 |
Baron Trump's Marvellous Underground Journey |
Ingersoll Lockwood |
Humorous Fiction |
The Little Baron Trump is a man of adventure. He and his dog Bulger have already braved many adventures together, but at the time our story opens, they are kind of dull at home, upset with the increasing familiarity of both two- and four legged neighbours. What to do? Luckily, an old manuscript of the learned Spaniard, Don Constantino Bartolomeo Strepholofidgeguaneriusfum, falls into his hands, and off he goes to a journey to the centre of the earth. <br></br>This is a remarkable book from 1893, blending the tradition of the Münchhausen stories with more modern fantasy and science fiction. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/baron-trumps-marvellous-underground-journey-by-ingersoll-lockwood/ |
little baron trump man adventure dog bulger already braved many adventures together time story opens kind dull home upset increasing familiarity two four legged neighbours do luckily old manuscript learned spaniard constantino bartolomeo strepholofidgeguaneriusfum falls hands goes journey centre earth br br this remarkable book 1893 blending tradition münchhausen stories modern fantasy science fiction summary carolin |
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11544 |
12221 |
Jolly Parisiennes and Other Novelettes |
Émile Zola |
General Fiction |
“The Jolly Parisiennes” by Émile Zola is a very clever, brilliant and interesting romance of a “grande passion” with an undercurrent of political intrigue. The plot is ingenious both in conception and execution, while the tone of the novel is exceedingly bright and vivacious. A peculiar phase of Parisian society is most agreeably dealt with. The heroines, Louise Neigeon and Berthe Gaucheraud, are very jolly ladies indeed, but they never forget that they are ladies, even in their merriest and most eccentric moods. They are handsome, graceful and captivating, tempering their seeming recklessness with the refinement of education and luxury. No wonder the young provincial hero, George de Vaugelade, was bewildered in their society and utterly lost his head. The other characters are a Countess with well-attended receptions; Felix Budin, a rather blasé young Parisian; Gaucheraud, a fat politician; and Monsieur Neigeon, a shadowy Deputy. “The Jolly Parisiennes” is a novel that everybody will read and relish. Several other novelettes by Zola are also in the volume. They are in the genuine Zola style, strong and interesting every one of them. - Summary by the Publisher |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-jolly-parisiennes-and-other-novelettes-by-emile-zola/ |
the jolly parisiennes émile zola clever brilliant interesting romance grande passion undercurrent political intrigue plot ingenious conception execution tone novel exceedingly bright vivacious peculiar phase parisian society agreeably dealt with heroines louise neigeon berthe gaucheraud jolly ladies indeed never forget ladies even merriest eccentric moods handsome graceful captivating tempering seeming recklessness refinement education luxury wonder young provincial hero george de vaugelade bewildered society utterly lost head characters countess well attended receptions felix budin rather blasé young parisian gaucheraud fat politician monsieur neigeon shadowy deputy the jolly parisiennes novel everybody read relish several novelettes zola also volume genuine zola style strong interesting every one them summary publisher |
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11547 |
12224 |
Winter's Tale (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Romance |
<I>The Winter's Tale</I>—one of Shakespeare's final plays—tells the story of two neighboring kings, Leontes of Sicilia and Polixenes of Bohemia. Friends since childhood, their relationship is put under a grave test when a maddened and jealous Leontes publicly accuses his beautiful wife, Hermione, of infidelity. Turbulent chaos engulfs Sicilia as Leontes' miscalculations devastate his family line, but in an unusual move, Shakespeare quickly turns the needle toward redemption with the growls of a bear and the passage of sixteen years, as announced by a personified Time. Whereas the first half of the play portrays the tragic downfall of a man who lets his emotions severely cloud his reasoning, the second half is one of pastoral revelry and natural reverence, set in the lush Bohemian countryside and marked by the purity of amorous youthfulness. In this setting, past sins are allowed to dissolve, the paths to redemption are opened, and fallen lives are given a glorious renewal, all of which leads to one of the most moving set pieces in the entire Shakespearean canon.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of this magical play that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! ( Tomas Peter) <br><br><b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: Narrator; Polixenes; Antigonus; Old Shepherd; Dion; Dorcas; Gaoler; Second Lord; First Gentleman; Officer of a Court of Judicature; Second Lady & First Attendant.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Camillo; Florizel; Mamillius; Clown; Cleomenes; Emilia; Servant to Leontes; First Lord; Third Gentleman; Crier & Second Attendant.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Hermione; Paulina; Perdita; Archidamus; Mopsa; Second Gentleman & Time.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10289">Tony Addison</a></b>: Leontes; Autolycus; Mariner; Servant to the Old Shepherd & First Lady.</p. |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/the-winters-tale-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
i the winter s tale i one shakespeare s final plays tells story two neighboring kings leontes sicilia polixenes bohemia friends since childhood relationship put grave test maddened jealous leontes publicly accuses beautiful wife hermione infidelity turbulent chaos engulfs sicilia leontes miscalculations devastate family line unusual move shakespeare quickly turns needle toward redemption growls bear passage sixteen years announced personified time whereas first half play portrays tragic downfall man lets emotions severely cloud reasoning second half one pastoral revelry natural reverence set lush bohemian countryside marked purity amorous youthfulness setting past sins allowed dissolve paths redemption opened fallen lives given glorious renewal leads one moving set pieces entire shakespearean canon br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance magical play never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again tomas peter br br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b narrator polixenes antigonus old shepherd dion dorcas gaoler second lord first gentleman officer court judicature second lady first attendant br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b camillo florizel mamillius clown cleomenes emilia servant leontes first lord third gentleman crier second attendant br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b hermione paulina perdita archidamus mopsa second gentleman time br b a href https librivox org reader 10289 tony addison a b leontes autolycus mariner servant old shepherd first lady p |
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11548 |
12225 |
English Stornelli |
Augusta Webster |
Single author, Lyric |
In this sequence Augusta Webster experimented with eight-line verses grouped thematically by the seasons of the year. These poems also explore the cyclical stages of life from youth, courtship and parenthood through age and loss. Summary by Newgatenovelist. |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/english-stornelli-by-augusta-webster/ |
sequence augusta webster experimented eight line verses grouped thematically seasons year poems also explore cyclical stages life youth courtship parenthood age loss summary newgatenovelist |
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11549 |
12226 |
Birth of Professional Rugby League in Australia: A selection from the Sydney Morning Herald (1907-08) |
Sydney Morning Herald |
Sports & Recreation |
In early 1907 the world of Australian rugby was rocked by the news that a professional New Zealand All Blacks team was set to tour the northern counties of Engliand, where professional rugby had been a reality for more than a decade. The professionalization of Australian rugby was unthinkable, but within a few months the unthinkable had come to pass. The professional All Blacks had played a hastily formed New South Wales team, the great Dally Messenger had joined the New Zealand tour of England, and by 1908 a professional league was formed in Sydney, with several of the teams that play in the NRL today. This selection from the Sydney Morning Herald's coverage of the fierce debate that ensued, shows how concerns for the welfare of the game and players were mingled with class-interest, colonial ideologies and greed for profit. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/birth-professional-rugby-league-australia-by-sydney-morning-herald/ |
early 1907 world australian rugby rocked news professional new zealand blacks team set tour northern counties engliand professional rugby reality decade professionalization australian rugby unthinkable within months unthinkable come pass professional blacks played hastily formed new south wales team great dally messenger joined new zealand tour england 1908 professional league formed sydney several teams play nrl today selection sydney morning herald s coverage fierce debate ensued shows concerns welfare game players mingled class interest colonial ideologies greed profit summary phil benson |
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11550 |
12227 |
Some Haunted Houses of England and Wales |
Elliott O'Donnell |
Psychology |
Old buildings necessarily have a history. It is not always a happy history and folklore abounds. Sometimes unhappy souls come back to haunt the current residents or their guests. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, these narratives provide a fascinating insight into the history of the buildings and the hysteria they may induce. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/some-haunted-houses-of-england-and-wales-by-elliott-odonnell/ |
old buildings necessarily history always happy history folklore abounds sometimes unhappy souls come back haunt current residents guests whether believe ghosts not narratives provide fascinating insight history buildings hysteria may induce summary lynne thompson |
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11551 |
12228 |
Night Operations For Infantry - Compiled For The Use Of Company Officers (1916) |
Charles Tyrwhitt Dawkins |
War & Military |
"It must be remembered that many of our men up to the time of their enlistment have passed their lives entirely in large towns, and have rarely been beyond the range of street lamps. Such men, when first taken out in the dark, are helpless; they start at every shadow, stumble even on level ground, make a terrible amount of noise, and are generally in such a state of nervous excitement that they are hardly responsible for their actions. Yet these same men, by a short course of careful, individual instruction, can be trained to work together with confidence on the darkest night, and when once they have gained confidence their further instruction is comparatively easy." - Summary by Book Chapter 1 |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/night-operations-for-infantry-compiled-for-the-use-of-company-officers-1916-by-charles-tyrwhitt-dawkins/ |
it must remembered many men time enlistment passed lives entirely large towns rarely beyond range street lamps men first taken dark helpless start every shadow stumble even level ground make terrible amount noise generally state nervous excitement hardly responsible actions yet men short course careful individual instruction trained work together confidence darkest night gained confidence instruction comparatively easy summary book chapter 1 |
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11552 |
12229 |
Domestic Bliss |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Family Life, Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This scene of 'Domestic Bliss' is from Poems of Cheer by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. (Pub 1914) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/domestic-bliss-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
scene domestic bliss poems cheer ella wheeler wilcox pub 1914 summary david lawrence |
| 11591 |
11553 |
12230 |
Falcons of Narabedla |
Marion Zimmer Bradley |
Fantasy Fiction |
Somewhere on the Time Ellipse, Mike Kenscott became Adric of the Scarlet Tower, and the only way to return to his own identity was to find the Keep of the Dreamer, and loose the terrible Falcons of Narabedla. A classic novella by master science fiction writer Marion Zimmer Bradley, originally published in Other Worlds magazine in 1957. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/falcons-of-narabedla-by-marion-zimmer-bradley/ |
somewhere time ellipse mike kenscott became adric scarlet tower way return identity find keep dreamer loose terrible falcons narabedla classic novella master science fiction writer marion zimmer bradley originally published worlds magazine 1957 summary mark nelson |
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12321 |
13023 |
Memoirs of Chateaubriand Volume IV |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
*Non-fiction, Memoirs |
After the extinction of Napoleon's comet on St Helena, Chateaubriand covers the Bourbon Restoration in this volume, meeting a dazzling array of literary and political figures, as his diplomatic career advances. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-chateaubriand-volume-iv-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
extinction napoleon s comet st helena chateaubriand covers bourbon restoration volume meeting dazzling array literary political figures diplomatic career advances summary nicole lee |
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11554 |
12231 |
kleine Lord (version 2) |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Children's Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Cedrik hat sehr jung seinen Vater verloren und wird liebevoll von seiner Mutter, die er wie einst Papa "Herzlieb" nennt, aufgezogen. Er ist Amerikaner mit Leib und Seele und weiß bereits als kleiner Junge, dass er einmal Republikaner werden will. Versteht sich, dass er, wie seine Freunde, der Spezereihändler und der Schuhputzer, etwas gegen die "Ristokraten" hat. Jedoch das Schicksal will es, dass er von solch einem Aristokraten im fernen England aufgezogen werden und sogar dessen Erbe antreten soll. Manchmal fragt sich allerdings der Leser, wer hier eigentlich wen erzieht. "Der kleine Lord" ist eine zu Herzen gehende Geschichte, in der es um Liebe und Wertschätzung geht, nicht zuletzt auch um Verantwortung und Hilfsbereitschaft gegenüber den Mitmenschen. Summary by Eva K. |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-kleine-lord-by-frances-hodgson-burnett-2/ |
cedrik hat sehr jung seinen vater verloren und wird liebevoll von seiner mutter die er wie einst papa herzlieb nennt aufgezogen er ist amerikaner mit leib und seele und weiß bereits als kleiner junge dass er einmal republikaner werden will versteht sich dass er wie seine freunde der spezereihändler und der schuhputzer etwas gegen die ristokraten hat jedoch das schicksal es dass er von solch einem aristokraten im fernen england aufgezogen werden und sogar dessen erbe antreten soll manchmal fragt sich allerdings der leser wer hier eigentlich wen erzieht der kleine lord ist eine zu herzen gehende geschichte der es um liebe und wertschätzung geht nicht zuletzt auch um verantwortung und hilfsbereitschaft gegenüber den mitmenschen summary eva k |
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11555 |
12232 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. IX, No 3, March 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
] "Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br>\nIn June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer\n |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-ix-no-3-march-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
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11556 |
12233 |
Fundamental Doctrines of the Christian Faith |
Reuben Archer Torrey |
Christianity - Commentary |
We were having a great many accessions to our church. While many of these came by letter form other churches, many of them were new converts and had had practically no systematic instruction in the fundamental truths of the Christina faith, so we announced a series of sermons on The Fundamental Doctrines of the Christian Faith. There was immediately a large increase in the attendance at the services where these addresses were given, and this increase has kept up until on the last Lord's Day we had much the largest attendance we have ever had, excepting Easter Sunday. Many have testified to the blessing received form these sermons, and there has been a great demand that the sermons be printed for general circulation. It is hoped that this volume will be useful to other pastors in suggesting lines of teaching in their regular pastoral work, and also that it may be used widely by pastors and others for circulation among Christians. We live in a day in which many of our church members are all at sea as to what they believe on the fundamental doctrines of the Christian faith. These sermons have already helped many through their delivery. It is hoped they will reach and help far more in the printed form. (R. A. Torrey) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-fundamental-doctrines-of-the-christian-faith-by-reuben-archer-torrey/ |
great many accessions church many came letter form churches many new converts practically systematic instruction fundamental truths christina faith announced series sermons fundamental doctrines christian faith immediately large increase attendance services addresses given increase kept last lord s day much largest attendance ever had excepting easter sunday many testified blessing received form sermons great demand sermons printed general circulation hoped volume useful pastors suggesting lines teaching regular pastoral work also may used widely pastors others circulation among christians live day many church members sea believe fundamental doctrines christian faith sermons already helped many delivery hoped reach help far printed form r a torrey |
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11557 |
12234 |
Nicht der Mörder, der Ermordete ist schuldig |
Franz Werfel |
Literary Fiction |
Karl Duschek steht im Schatten seines dominanten, strengen, unerbittlichen Vaters, der ein äußerst erfolgreicher Offizier der KuK-Monarchie kurz vor Beginn des ersten Weltkrieges ist und eine glänzende Karriere macht. Durch den Druck des Vaters schlägt auch Karl die militärische Laufbahn ein, obwohl er eigentlich eher schüchtern und zurückhaltend ist und sich für Musik interessiert. Er ist innerlich zerrissen: da ist einerseits die Angst vor seinem ehrgeizigen Vater, dessen Strenge so selten väterliche Liebe aufblitzen lässt, und dessen Ehrgeiz er versucht, gerecht zu werden, und andererseits der Wunsch, sich von seinem Vater, der feinen Gesellschaft und der ganzen soldatischen Welt abzuwenden und zu emanzipieren. Schließlich kommt er in Kontakt mit einem aufrüherischen, geheimen Zirkel. Den Verschwörern gehört auch die mysteriöse Sinaïda an, in die sich Karl verliebt. Schließlich kommt die große Gelegenheit: der Besuch des russischen Zaren wird angekündigt, und Karl wird ausersehen, einen tödlichen Anschlag auf ihn zu verüben... - Summary by Boris |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/nicht-der-moerder-der-ermordete-ist-schuldig-by-franz-werfel/ |
karl duschek steht im schatten seines dominanten strengen unerbittlichen vaters der ein äußerst erfolgreicher offizier der kuk monarchie kurz vor beginn des ersten weltkrieges ist und eine glänzende karriere macht durch den druck des vaters schlägt auch karl die militärische laufbahn ein obwohl er eigentlich eher schüchtern und zurückhaltend ist und sich für musik interessiert er ist innerlich zerrissen da ist einerseits die angst vor seinem ehrgeizigen vater dessen strenge selten väterliche liebe aufblitzen lässt und dessen ehrgeiz er versucht gerecht zu werden und andererseits der wunsch sich von seinem vater der feinen gesellschaft und der ganzen soldatischen welt abzuwenden und zu emanzipieren schließlich kommt er kontakt mit einem aufrüherischen geheimen zirkel den verschwörern gehört auch die mysteriöse sinaïda an die sich karl verliebt schließlich kommt die große gelegenheit der besuch des russischen zaren wird angekündigt und karl wird ausersehen einen tödlichen anschlag auf ihn zu verüben summary boris |
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11558 |
12235 |
Mord im Ballsaal |
Matthias Blank |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Ein Arzt und ein Kriminalkommissar untersuchen gemeinsam einen mysteriösen Mordfall im Deutschen Theater München. Als sie dem Täter auf die Spur kommen, tauchen sie auch in die privaten Krisen und dunklen Geheimnisse der bürgerlichen Oberschicht ein. Obwohl diese Kriminalgeschichte der Sprache und den Moralvorstellungen des frühen 20. Jahrhunderts verhaftet bleibt, ist sie doch ein Plädoyer für Reformen im Erziehungs- und Bildungssystem der Zeit. - Summary by Monika Barget |
German |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/der-mord-im-ballsaal-by-matthias-blank/ |
ein arzt und ein kriminalkommissar untersuchen gemeinsam einen mysteriösen mordfall im deutschen theater münchen als sie dem täter auf die spur kommen tauchen sie auch die privaten krisen und dunklen geheimnisse der bürgerlichen oberschicht ein obwohl diese kriminalgeschichte der sprache und den moralvorstellungen des frühen 20 jahrhunderts verhaftet bleibt ist sie doch ein plädoyer für reformen im erziehungs und bildungssystem der zeit summary monika barget |
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12343 |
13048 |
Art of Letters |
Robert Lynd |
Essays & Short Works |
From the pen of the Irish poet and essayist, Robert Lynd, comes a collection of humorous and satirical essay on the literary scene of his day with critiques of poets and and poetry, ranging from Pepys to Walter de la Mare. He even examines criticism itself. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-art-of-letters-by-robert-lynd/ |
pen irish poet essayist robert lynd comes collection humorous satirical essay literary scene day critiques poets poetry ranging pepys walter de la mare even examines criticism itself summary larry wilson |
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11559 |
12236 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 26: Judas |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El Apóstol Judas era probablemente el medio hermano del Señor Jesucristo y el hermano de Santiago. Se cree que Judas probablemente escribió este libro alrededor del año 69 DC.<br><br>En esta carta Judas advirtió contra aquellos que, habiendo ganado la admisión en la iglesia estaban pervirtiendo la gracia de Dios, negando "a Dios que solo es el que tiene dominio y a nuestro Señor Jesucristo" (versículo 4). Judas usó ejemplos del Antiguo Testamento para advertir de estos "defectos" en la iglesia. Escribió múltiples denuncias de estas personas impías que "contaminan la carne y rechazan la autoridad” (versículo 8). Al mismo tiempo instó a los cristianos a mostrar piedad y amor hacia esas personas, convenciendo a algunos, "arrebatándolos del fuego" (verso 22-23). El libro de Judas se cierra con una de las doxologías más hermosas de toda la Escritura. ¿ Quieres saber cuál es? Escucha esta carta del Apóstol Judas! <br><br>======================================================================<br><br>The Apostle Jude was probably the half-brother of the Lord Jesus Christ and the brother of James. It is believed that Judas probably wrote this book around AD 69.<br><br>In this letter Jude warned against those who, having gained admission into the church, were perverting the grace of God, denying "God alone who has dominion and our Lord Jesus Christ" (verse 4). Jude used Old Testament examples to warn of these "blemishes" in the church. He wrote numerous denunciations of these ungodly people who "pollute the flesh and reject authority" (verse 8). At the same time he urged Christians to show mercy and love to these people by convincing some of them by "taking them out of the fire" (verse 22 -23). The Book of Jude closes with one of the most beautiful doxologies of all Scripture. Do you want to know which one it is? Listen to this letter from the Apostle Jude!<br><br>\nSummary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-26-judas/ |
el apóstol judas era probablemente el medio hermano del señor jesucristo el hermano de santiago se cree que judas probablemente escribió este libro alrededor del año 69 dc br br en esta carta judas advirtió contra aquellos que habiendo ganado la admisión en la iglesia estaban pervirtiendo la gracia de dios negando a dios que solo es el que tiene dominio nuestro señor jesucristo versículo 4 judas usó ejemplos del antiguo testamento para advertir de estos defectos en la iglesia escribió múltiples denuncias de estas personas impías que contaminan la carne rechazan la autoridad versículo 8 al mismo tiempo instó los cristianos mostrar piedad amor hacia esas personas convenciendo algunos arrebatándolos del fuego verso 22 23 el libro de judas se cierra con una de las doxologías más hermosas de toda la escritura quieres saber cuál es escucha esta carta del apóstol judas br br br br the apostle jude probably half brother lord jesus christ brother james believed judas probably wrote book around ad 69 br br in letter jude warned who gained admission church perverting grace god denying god alone dominion lord jesus christ verse 4 jude used old testament examples warn blemishes church wrote numerous denunciations ungodly people pollute flesh reject authority verse 8 time urged christians show mercy love people convincing taking fire verse 22 23 book jude closes one beautiful doxologies scripture want know one is listen letter apostle jude br br summary claudia r barrett |
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11560 |
12237 |
Bet and Other Stories |
Anton Chekhov |
Single Author Collections |
Thirteen short stories by the master. Summary by david wales |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-bet-by-anton-chekhov/ |
thirteen short stories master summary david wales |
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11561 |
12238 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6: Part 2: The Man in the Iron Mask |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
In the late 1600s a man was doubly-imprisoned: his body in an iron cell and his face in an iron mask. Who the “man in the iron mask” was, why he was imprisoned, and how he was treated during imprisonment, remains a mystery that has captivated historians for centuries. Before Dumas penned the final volume of his D’Artagnan Romances, “The Man in the Iron Mask,” he wrote that “everything connected with the masked prisoner arouses the most vivid curiosity.” This essay is a comprehensive summary of theories regarding the masked prisoner’s identity and history from the 1770s to Dumas’ time (1840s). - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-6-part-2-the-man-in-the-iron-mask-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
late 1600s man doubly imprisoned body iron cell face iron mask man iron mask was imprisoned treated imprisonment remains mystery captivated historians centuries dumas penned final volume d artagnan romances the man iron mask wrote everything connected masked prisoner arouses vivid curiosity essay comprehensive summary theories regarding masked prisoner s identity history 1770s dumas time 1840s summary jvanstan |
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11562 |
12239 |
How It Flies or, Conquest of the Air |
Richard Ferris |
Transportation |
In these pages, by means of simple language and suitable pictures, the author has told the story of the Ships of the Air. He has explained the laws of their flight; sketched their development to the present day; shown how to build the flying machine and the balloon, and how to operate them; recounted what man has done, and what he hopes to do with their aid. In a word, all the essential facts that enter into the Conquest of the Air have been gathered into orderly form, and are here presented to the public.\nWe who live to-day have witnessed man’s great achievement; we have seen his dream of ages come true. Man has learned to fly!\nThe air which surrounds us, so intangible and so commonplace that it seldom arrests our attention, is in reality a vast, unexplored ocean, fraught with future possibilities. Even now, the pioneers of a \n8\ncountless fleet are hovering above us in the sky, while steadily, surely these wonderful possibilities are unfolded. - Summary by From the Preface |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/how-it-flies-or-conquest-of-the-air-by-richard-ferris/ |
pages means simple language suitable pictures author told story ships air explained laws flight sketched development present day shown build flying machine balloon operate them recounted man done hopes aid word essential facts enter conquest air gathered orderly form presented public live to day witnessed man s great achievement seen dream ages come true man learned fly air surrounds us intangible commonplace seldom arrests attention reality vast unexplored ocean fraught future possibilities even now pioneers 8 countless fleet hovering us sky steadily surely wonderful possibilities unfolded summary preface |
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12240 |
Hope and Have; Fanny Grant Among the Indians |
Oliver Optic |
Action & Adventure, Religion |
The fifth volume of the Woodville stories contains the experience of Fanny Grant, who from a very naughty girl became a very good one, by the influence of a pure and beautiful example. The story is not an illustration of the "pleasures of hope;" but an attempt to show the young reader that what we most desire, in moral and spiritual, as well as worldly things, we labor the hardest to obtain—a truism adopted by the heroine in the form of the principal title of the volume, Hope and Have. Previous book in the series is Noddy Newman on a Cruise. The 6th and final book of the series is Haste and Waste. - Summary by Scarlett Martin from book preface<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/ |
fifth volume woodville stories contains experience fanny grant naughty girl became good one influence pure beautiful example story illustration pleasures hope attempt show young reader desire moral spiritual well worldly things labor hardest obtain a truism adopted heroine form principal title volume hope have previous book series noddy newman cruise 6th final book series haste waste summary scarlett martin book preface br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
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11564 |
12241 |
Prodigal Daughters |
Joseph Hocking |
Literary Fiction |
A frank look at the revolt of the younger generation following World War I, the book follows the Trelawney family. The father looks eagerly forward to his return home after serving an important but harrowing stint in the army. What he finds at home is not what he expects, as his two daughters test the boundaries of new morals, ethics, and dress. Many of the generational and class issues central to the theme continue to resonate in families and society. The book was made into a silent movie starring Gloria Swanson in 1923. Summary by Kate Follis |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/prodigal-daughters-by-joseph-hocking/ |
frank look revolt younger generation following world war i book follows trelawney family father looks eagerly forward return home serving important harrowing stint army finds home expects two daughters test boundaries new morals ethics dress many generational class issues central theme continue resonate families society book made silent movie starring gloria swanson 1923 summary kate follis |
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11565 |
12242 |
Prince of Swindlers |
Guy Boothby |
Detective Fiction |
The year 18-- was a momentous one in Great Britain. Not only did the nation receive most of the world's royalty for months on end, but the well-to-do gentleman, Simon Carne spent much of the social season in London. On friendly terms with royalty, sponsored into society by Lord Amberly, formerly viceroy of India, Carne's horse won the Derby and his Yacht the Queen's Cup. But at the same time, a serious of notorious swindles, thefts and other crimes plagued London and the surrounding environs. The mysterious detective Klimo, did a thriving business by attempting to resolve the crimes. Little did Londoners suspect that Klimo and Carne were one and the same, and the notorious activity remained unsolved until a confession was obtained by Lord Amberly, from the man who became known as A Prince of Swindlers. - Summary by Dr.PGould |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-prince-of-swindlers-by-guy-boothby/ |
year 18 momentous one great britain nation receive world s royalty months end well to do gentleman simon carne spent much social season london friendly terms royalty sponsored society lord amberly formerly viceroy india carne s horse derby yacht queen s cup time serious notorious swindles thefts crimes plagued london surrounding environs mysterious detective klimo thriving business attempting resolve crimes little londoners suspect klimo carne one same notorious activity remained unsolved confession obtained lord amberly man became known prince swindlers summary dr pgould |
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11566 |
12243 |
Concerning Genealogies |
Frank Allaben |
Family & Relationships, Reference, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Written over a century ago, this comprehensive book offers insight into the methods used (still to this day, in spite of modern computers) to research and compile a family history. As stated in the preface of the book, "Strong emphasis is laid upon the importance of employing the historical method..." which is sorely lacking in today's computerized compilations. - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-genealogies-by-frank-allaben/ |
written century ago comprehensive book offers insight methods used still day spite modern computers research compile family history stated preface book strong emphasis laid upon importance employing historical method sorely lacking today s computerized compilations summary roger melin |
| 11607 |
11567 |
12244 |
By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies |
Bliss Carman |
Poetry |
This is a small volume of beautiful melancholy verses by Canadian poet Bliss Carman. The poems share a common theme which is the death of persons known and unknown to the poet. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/by-the-aurelian-wall-and-other-elegies-by-bliss-carman/ |
small volume beautiful melancholy verses canadian poet bliss carman poems share common theme death persons known unknown poet summary carolin |
| 11608 |
11568 |
12245 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 069 |
Various |
Short Stories |
O. Henry, P.G. Wodehouse, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Dorothy Parker and Jack London were among the authors selected by Librivox readers for this, the 69th volume of short stories. Sit back and enjoy! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-069-by-various/ |
o henry p g wodehouse sir arthur conan doyle dorothy parker jack london among authors selected librivox readers this 69th volume short stories sit back enjoy |
| 11609 |
11569 |
12246 |
Canadian Summer Evening |
Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
From this imperfect sketch of Mrs. Leprohon’s literary life it will be seen that she was no sluggard. But we would leave a wrong impression if we gave it to be understood that all her time was passed in the writing of either poems or tales. Far from it. They constituted but one phase in a life nobly, yet unostentatiously, consecrated to the duties of home, of society, of charity and of religion. Mrs. Leprohon was much more than either a poet or a novelist—she was, also, in the highest sense, a woman, a lady. Had she never written a verse of poetry or a page of prose, she would still have been lovingly remembered for what she was as wife, as mother, as friend. (from the Introduction to The Poetical Works of Mrs. Leprohon (Miss R. E. Mullins)) |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-canadian-summer-evening-by-rosanna-eleanor-leprohon/ |
imperfect sketch mrs leprohon s literary life seen sluggard would leave wrong impression gave understood time passed writing either poems tales far it constituted one phase life nobly yet unostentatiously consecrated duties home society charity religion mrs leprohon much either poet novelist she was also highest sense woman lady never written verse poetry page prose would still lovingly remembered wife mother friend from introduction poetical works mrs leprohon miss r e mullins |
| 11610 |
11570 |
12247 |
Compilation de poèmes - 009 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. - Summary by Ezwa |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-009-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox summary ezwa |
| 11611 |
11571 |
12248 |
Training of a Forester |
Gifford Pinchot |
Nature, Earth Sciences |
Written by a forester, this book looks at the definition of "forest", what the life of a forester entails, discusses the forest service both on the state and national levels, and the training required to be a forester. As a forester himself, and the chief of the US Forest Service, Pinchot was a foremost expert in this topic,and, based on his preface to the work, seems to expect this work to either encourage or dissuade young people from a life in forestry. - Summary by KHand |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-training-of-a-forester-by-gifford-pinchot/ |
written forester book looks definition forest life forester entails discusses forest service state national levels training required forester forester himself chief us forest service pinchot foremost expert topic and based preface work seems expect work either encourage dissuade young people life forestry summary khand |
| 11612 |
11578 |
12255 |
Diana Tempest |
Mary Cholmondeley |
Historical Fiction |
<br />\nColonel Tempest , his wastrel son Archie and beautiful daughter Diana (Di) are dismayed when they are cut out of the will of old Mr Tempest, Colonel Tempest’s brother. All of the Tempest fortune and estates at Overleigh pass to son John. However, everyone except John knows that he is illegitimate.\n<br /><br />\nColonel Tempest, enraged, agrees in a drunken stupor to a bounty of £10,000 on John’s head although he later comes to bitterly regret this.\n<br /><br />\nMeanwhile, Di, who is strong and independent, has vowed she will never marry. However, as she gets to know her cousin John, over time they become close.\n<br /><br />\nJohn eventually learns of his illegitimacy and its implications. What will therefore happen to his deepening love for Di and his claim to the family fortune? - Summary by Simon Evers <br /><br /> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/diana-tempest-by-mary-cholmondeley/ |
br colonel tempest wastrel son archie beautiful daughter diana di dismayed cut old mr tempest colonel tempest s brother tempest fortune estates overleigh pass son john however everyone except john knows illegitimate br br colonel tempest enraged agrees drunken stupor bounty 10 000 john s head although later comes bitterly regret this br br meanwhile di strong independent vowed never marry however gets know cousin john time become close br br john eventually learns illegitimacy implications therefore happen deepening love di claim family fortune summary simon evers br br |
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11572 |
12249 |
End of the Middle Age: 1273-1453 |
Eleanor Constance Lodge |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Eleanor Constance Lodge, (1869-1936), was the first woman to receive a Doctorate of Letters from the University of Oxford. In this short survey, the 180 years between 1273 and 1453 are characterized as a period of "transition--a time in which medieval characteristics were decaying and modern characteristics were growing up." This is the age of Joan of Arc, of the recovery of Spain from the Moors, of the failed Crusades of the Teutonic Knights, and of the union of Poland and Lithuania under the strong house of Jagello. The Swiss Republic rose, while schism divided the Papacy and the German states. And all the while the European powers were wrangling among themselves, the Ottoman Turks were advancing across the eastern Mediterranean. The book closes with the fall of Constantinople before the overwhelming assault by land and sea of the great general, Mehmed the Conqueror, which marked the end, after 1500 years, of the Eastern Roman Empire. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-end-of-the-middle-age-1273-1453-by-eleanor-constance-lodge/ |
eleanor constance lodge 1869 1936 first woman receive doctorate letters university oxford short survey 180 years 1273 1453 characterized period transition a time medieval characteristics decaying modern characteristics growing up age joan arc recovery spain moors failed crusades teutonic knights union poland lithuania strong house jagello swiss republic rose schism divided papacy german states european powers wrangling among themselves ottoman turks advancing across eastern mediterranean book closes fall constantinople overwhelming assault land sea great general mehmed conqueror marked end 1500 years eastern roman empire summary pamela nagami |
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11573 |
12250 |
House of Pomegranates (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A House of Pomegranates (1891) is the title of the second collection of Fairy Tales by Oscar Wilde. This book contains four tales: 1. "The Young King"; which is about taking responsibility. 2. "The Birthday of the Infanta"; a commentary on the unfeeling behaviour of the upper classes. 3. "The Fisherman and his Soul"; is about the triumph of love in adversity. And 4. "The Star-Child"; which is about responsibility and doing what is right despite the cost. - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-house-of-pomegranates-by-oscar-wilde/ |
house pomegranates 1891 title second collection fairy tales oscar wilde book contains four tales 1 the young king taking responsibility 2 the birthday infanta commentary unfeeling behaviour upper classes 3 the fisherman soul triumph love adversity 4 the star child responsibility right despite cost summary noel badrian |
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11574 |
12251 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 029 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 029: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-029-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 029 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
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11575 |
12252 |
Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus |
Marcus Aurelius |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Biography & Autobiography |
The Meditations is divided into 12 books that chronicle different periods of Marcus' life. Each book is not in chronological order and it was written for no one but himself. The style of writing that permeates the text is one that is simplified, straightforward, and perhaps reflecting Marcus' Stoic perspective on the text. Depending on the English translation, Marcus' style is not viewed as anything regal or belonging to royalty, but rather a man among other men which allows the reader to relate to his wisdom.\nA central theme to Meditations is the importance of analyzing one's judgment of self and others and the development of a cosmic perspective. As he said "You have the power to strip away many superfluous troubles located wholly in your judgment, and to possess a large room for yourself embracing in thought the whole cosmos, to consider everlasting time, to think of the rapid change in the parts of each thing, of how short it is from birth until dissolution, and how the void before birth and that after dissolution are equally infinite".[3] He advocates finding one's place in the universe and sees that everything came from nature, and so everything shall return to it in due time. Another strong theme is of maintaining focus and to be without distraction all the while maintaining strong ethical principles such as "Being a good man".[4]\nHis Stoic ideas often involve avoiding indulgence in sensory affections, a skill which will free a man from the pains and pleasures of the material world. He claims that the only way a man can be harmed by others is to allow his reaction to overpower him. An order or logos permeates existence. Rationality and clear-mindedness allow one to live in harmony with the logos. This allows one to rise above faulty perceptions of "good" and "bad". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-by-marcus-aurelius/ |
meditations divided 12 books chronicle different periods marcus life book chronological order written one himself style writing permeates text one simplified straightforward perhaps reflecting marcus stoic perspective text depending english translation marcus style viewed anything regal belonging royalty rather man among men allows reader relate wisdom central theme meditations importance analyzing one s judgment self others development cosmic perspective said you power strip away many superfluous troubles located wholly judgment possess large room embracing thought whole cosmos consider everlasting time think rapid change parts thing short birth dissolution void birth dissolution equally infinite 3 advocates finding one s place universe sees everything came nature everything shall return due time another strong theme maintaining focus without distraction maintaining strong ethical principles being good man 4 stoic ideas often involve avoiding indulgence sensory affections skill free man pains pleasures material world claims way man harmed others allow reaction overpower him order logos permeates existence rationality clear mindedness allow one live harmony logos allows one rise faulty perceptions good bad summary wikipedia |
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11576 |
12253 |
Ravensdene Court |
J. S. Fletcher |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Leonard Middlebrook, a young attorney with, among other things, a bibliographical interest, accepts an invitation to lonely Ravensdene Court on the Northumbrian coast. There, Francis Raven, the owner, recently retired to the family property after an Indian career, finds himself in possession of an enormous number of old books and other items, and needs help in evaluating them. The attorney, though a man of quiet life -- even dull, as he puts it -- finds himself suddenly at the center of a darkening mystery that stretches from the British Isles to the Far East, and eventually threatens not only him but also the young and spirited Miss Raven, Francis’s niece. ( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ravensdene-court-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
leonard middlebrook young attorney with among things bibliographical interest accepts invitation lonely ravensdene court northumbrian coast there francis raven owner recently retired family property indian career finds possession enormous number old books items needs help evaluating them attorney though man quiet life even dull puts finds suddenly center darkening mystery stretches british isles far east eventually threatens also young spirited miss raven francis s niece nicholas clifford |
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11577 |
12254 |
Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt |
David Miller DeWitt |
*Non-fiction, History |
April, 1865 -- The war ended and throughout the Northern States joy and relief reigned. Then, less than a week later, a thunderbolt: the president was dead -- struck down by an assassin's bullet. Could this have been the mad act of a single demented actor? Or was there a wider conspiracy to be rooted out? At this dark moment of national confusion, rage and despair, would the provisions of the Constitution and the procedures of established law be able to deal with the crisis -- or would extralegal methods be needed? Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-judicial-murder-of-mary-e-surratt-by-david-miller-dewitt/ |
april 1865 war ended throughout northern states joy relief reigned then less week later thunderbolt president dead struck assassin s bullet could mad act single demented actor wider conspiracy rooted out dark moment national confusion rage despair would provisions constitution procedures established law able deal crisis would extralegal methods needed summary delmar h dolbier |
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12378 |
13085 |
'Sacred' Kurral of Tiruvalluva-Nayanar |
Thiruvalluvar |
Ancient |
Tirukkural (holy couplet) is believed to be written more than 2000 years ago by sage Thiruvalluvar.<br><br>This is a metric translation by Rev. G.U.Pope, who says, "In regard to the translation, I may venture to say that it is faithful, and that I have not read into the rendering a single idea or thought which there were not good grounds for supposing that the poet intended to convey. I thought it best to try to give a metrical translation. The Tamil scholar will see that I have tried to reproduce even the rhythm in many cases, but I could not retain the inimitable grace, condensation, and point of the original."<br><br>The Kural has influenced several luminaries including Leo Tolstoy, Mahatma Gandhi, and Albert Schweitzer.<br><br>The Kural is hailed for its lofty wisdom. It is said that the Kural contains all things and there is nothing that it does not contain.<br><br>This is apparent from the following list of chapter headings of this work (The chapter numbers are prefixed.)<br><br><b>VIRTUE</b><br><br>1-The praise of god, 2-The excellence of rain, 3-The greatness of ascetics, 4-Assertion of the strength of virtue - domestic life, 5-Domestic life, 6-The goodness of the help to domestic life, 7-The obtaining of sons, 8-The possession of love, 9-Cherishing guests, 10-The utterance of pleasant words, 11-The knowledge of benefits conferred-gratitude, 12-Impartiality, 13-The possession of self-restraint, 14-The possession of decorum, 15-Not coveting another's wife, 16-The possession of patience - forbearance, 17-Not envying, 18-Not coveting, 19-Not backbiting, 20-The not speaking profitless words, 21-Dread of evil deeds, 22-The knowledge of what is befitting a man's position, 23-Giving, 24-Renown, 25-The possession of benevolence, 26- The renunciation of flesh - penance, 27-Penance, 28-Inconsistent conduct, 29-The absence of fraud,30-Veracity, 31-The not being angry, 32-Not doing evil, 33-Not killing, 34-Instability, 35-Renunciation, 36-Knowledge of the true, 37-The extirpation of desire, 38-Fate,<br><br><b>WEALTH</b><br><br>39-The greatness of a king, 40-Learning, 41-Ignorance, 42-Hearing, 43-The possession of knowledge, 44-The correction of faults, 45-Seeking the aid of great men, 46-Avoiding mean associations, 47-Acting after due consideration, 48-The knowledge of power, 49-Knowing the fitting time, 50-Knowing the place, 51-Selection and confidence, 52-Selection and employment, 53-Cherishing one's kindred, 54-Unforgetfulness, 55-The right sceptre, 56-The cruel sceptre, 57-Absence of terrorism, 58-Benignity, 59-Detectives, 60-Energy, 61-Unsluggishness, 62-Manly effort, 63-hopefulness in trouble, 64-the office of minister of state, 65-power in speech, 66-purity in action, 67-Power in action, 68-The method of acting, 69-The envoy, 70-Conduct in the presence of the king, 71-The knowledge of indications, 72-The knowledge of the council chamber, 73-Not to dread the council, 74-The land, 75-The fortification, 76-Way of accumulating wealth, 77-The excellence of an army, 78-Military spirit, 79-Friendship, 80-Investigation in forming friendships, 81-Familiarity, 82-Evil friendship, 83-Unreal friendship, 84-Folly, 85-Ignorance, 86-Hostility, 87-The might of hatred, 88-Knowing the quality of hate, 89-Enmity within, 90-Not offending the great, 91-Being led by women, 92-Wanton women, 93-Not drinking palm-wine, 94-Gaming, 95-Medicine, 96-Nobility, 97-Honour, 98-Greatness, 99-Perfectness, 100-Courtesy, 102-Shame, 103-The way of maintaining the family, 104-Agriculture, 105-Poverty, 106-Mendicancy, 107-The dread of mendicancy, 108-Baseness,<br><br><b>LOVE</b><br><br>109-Mental disturbance caused by the beauty of the princess, 110-Recognition of the signs (of mutual love), 111-Rejoicing in the embrace, 112-The praise of her beauty, 113-Declaration of love's special excellence, 114-The abandonment of reserve, 115-The announcement of the rumour, 116-Separation unendurable, 117-Complainings, 118-Eyes consumed with grief, 119-The pallid hue, 120-The solitary anguish, 121-Sad memories, 122-The visions of the night, 123-Lamentations at eventide, 124-Wasting away, 125-Soliloquy, 126-Reserve overcome, 127-Mutual desire, 128-The reading of the signs, 129-Desire for reunion, 130-Expostulation with oneself, 131-Pouting, 132-Feigned anger, 133-The pleasures of temporary variance.<br><br>You can pick a chapter heading of interest and listen to the audio for that chapter. For instance, if you are interested in the chapter "Feigned anger" (which is chapter 132), you can listen to the audio for chapter 132. Summary by Jothi.<br><br> |
Tamil |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-sacred-kurral-of-tiruvalluva-nayanar-by-thiruvalluvar/ |
tirukkural holy couplet believed written 2000 years ago sage thiruvalluvar br br this metric translation rev g u pope says in regard translation may venture say faithful read rendering single idea thought good grounds supposing poet intended convey thought best try give metrical translation tamil scholar see tried reproduce even rhythm many cases could retain inimitable grace condensation point original br br the kural influenced several luminaries including leo tolstoy mahatma gandhi albert schweitzer br br the kural hailed lofty wisdom said kural contains things nothing contain br br this apparent following list chapter headings work the chapter numbers prefixed br br b virtue b br br 1 the praise god 2 the excellence rain 3 the greatness ascetics 4 assertion strength virtue domestic life 5 domestic life 6 the goodness help domestic life 7 the obtaining sons 8 the possession love 9 cherishing guests 10 the utterance pleasant words 11 the knowledge benefits conferred gratitude 12 impartiality 13 the possession self restraint 14 the possession decorum 15 not coveting another s wife 16 the possession patience forbearance 17 not envying 18 not coveting 19 not backbiting 20 the speaking profitless words 21 dread evil deeds 22 the knowledge befitting man s position 23 giving 24 renown 25 the possession benevolence 26 renunciation flesh penance 27 penance 28 inconsistent conduct 29 the absence fraud 30 veracity 31 the angry 32 not evil 33 not killing 34 instability 35 renunciation 36 knowledge true 37 the extirpation desire 38 fate br br b wealth b br br 39 the greatness king 40 learning 41 ignorance 42 hearing 43 the possession knowledge 44 the correction faults 45 seeking aid great men 46 avoiding mean associations 47 acting due consideration 48 the knowledge power 49 knowing fitting time 50 knowing place 51 selection confidence 52 selection employment 53 cherishing one s kindred 54 unforgetfulness 55 the right sceptre 56 the cruel sceptre 57 absence terrorism 58 benignity 59 detectives 60 energy 61 unsluggishness 62 manly effort 63 hopefulness trouble 64 the office minister state 65 power speech 66 purity action 67 power action 68 the method acting 69 the envoy 70 conduct presence king 71 the knowledge indications 72 the knowledge council chamber 73 not dread council 74 the land 75 the fortification 76 way accumulating wealth 77 the excellence army 78 military spirit 79 friendship 80 investigation forming friendships 81 familiarity 82 evil friendship 83 unreal friendship 84 folly 85 ignorance 86 hostility 87 the might hatred 88 knowing quality hate 89 enmity within 90 not offending great 91 being led women 92 wanton women 93 not drinking palm wine 94 gaming 95 medicine 96 nobility 97 honour 98 greatness 99 perfectness 100 courtesy 102 shame 103 the way maintaining family 104 agriculture 105 poverty 106 mendicancy 107 the dread mendicancy 108 baseness br br b love b br br 109 mental disturbance caused beauty princess 110 recognition signs of mutual love 111 rejoicing embrace 112 the praise beauty 113 declaration love s special excellence 114 the abandonment reserve 115 the announcement rumour 116 separation unendurable 117 complainings 118 eyes consumed grief 119 the pallid hue 120 the solitary anguish 121 sad memories 122 the visions night 123 lamentations eventide 124 wasting away 125 soliloquy 126 reserve overcome 127 mutual desire 128 the reading signs 129 desire reunion 130 expostulation oneself 131 pouting 132 feigned anger 133 the pleasures temporary variance br br you pick chapter heading interest listen audio chapter instance interested chapter feigned anger which chapter 132 listen audio chapter 132 summary jothi br br |
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12256 |
Дворянское гнездо (Dvoryanskoe gnezdo) |
Ivan Turgenev |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Главным героем романа является Фёдор Иванович Лаврецкий, дворянин, имеющий многие черты самого Тургенева, например в том, что воспитан он был суровой помещицей. Роман был впервые опубликован в 1859 году и послужил поводом серьёзной размолвки между Тургеневым и Гончаровым, который обвинил Тургенева в плагиате, после того как Гончаров в кругу знакомых поделился идеей нового романа (им стал "Обрыв"). Схожести между произведениями прослеживаются, но различий, конечно, гораздо больше. <br><br>\nThe protagonist of this novel, Theodor Ivanovich Lavretsky, a nobleman, shares many characteristics with Turgenev himself, for instance in that he was brought up by a strict woman landowner. The novel was first published in 1859 and became the cause of a serious falling out between Turgenev and Goncharov, the latter accusing Turgenev of plagiarizing the idea, after Goncharov's sharing his thoughts on his new book among acquaintances (the book was "The Precipice"). One can trace similarities between the novels, yet there are many more difference, of course. (Summary by tovarisch) |
Russian |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/dvoryanskoegnezdo-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
главным героем романа является фёдор иванович лаврецкий дворянин имеющий многие черты самого тургенева например в том что воспитан он был суровой помещицей роман был впервые опубликован в 1859 году и послужил поводом серьёзной размолвки между тургеневым и гончаровым который обвинил тургенева в плагиате после того как гончаров в кругу знакомых поделился идеей нового романа им стал обрыв схожести между произведениями прослеживаются но различий конечно гораздо больше br br protagonist novel theodor ivanovich lavretsky nobleman shares many characteristics turgenev himself instance brought strict woman landowner novel first published 1859 became cause serious falling turgenev goncharov latter accusing turgenev plagiarizing idea goncharov s sharing thoughts new book among acquaintances the book the precipice one trace similarities novels yet many difference course summary tovarisch |
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11580 |
12257 |
Little Wizard Stories of Oz (version 2) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Six stores of OZ and it's wonderful inhabitants, told by the official Historian of Oz, L. Frank Baum. Lots of adventure here!! Dorothy and her little dog Toto get into lots of trouble; Ozma is tripped and falls into the water, the Tin Woodman falls overboard and rusts, Jack Pumpkinhead loses his head in a fight with some feisty squirrels, and oh, so many more exciting and fun things happen. The fairy country of OZ is never a dull place. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-wizard-stories-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-2/ |
six stores oz wonderful inhabitants told official historian oz l frank baum lots adventure here dorothy little dog toto get lots trouble ozma tripped falls water tin woodman falls overboard rusts jack pumpkinhead loses head fight feisty squirrels oh many exciting fun things happen fairy country oz never dull place summary phil chenevert |
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11581 |
12258 |
Christ's Object Lessons |
Ellen G. White |
Christianity - Commentary |
An approachable explanation of the main parables used by Jesus Christ to teach His disciples how to live. Notably, this discussion highlights how the spiritual truths of Jesus' teaching were illustrated by everyday occurrences which would have been familiar to his hearers, such as sowing and harvesting grain, making bread, and searching for a lost coin. Included in this collection are explanations of The Parable of the Sower, The Pearl of Great Price, the Shrewd Manager, the Parable of the Talents, Lazarus and the Rich Man and others, followed by a general discussion of Christ's teachings on Prayer and the Love of God.</p>\n\nEllen G. White was a founder of the Seventh Day Adventist church and has been named one of the 100 most significant Americans of all time, as well as one of the more important and colorful figures in the history of American religion. This is her second major book, following on from "Steps to Christ" published three years earlier. (Summary by Beth Thomas) </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/christs-object-lessons-by-ellen-g-white/ |
approachable explanation main parables used jesus christ teach disciples live notably discussion highlights spiritual truths jesus teaching illustrated everyday occurrences would familiar hearers sowing harvesting grain making bread searching lost coin included collection explanations parable sower pearl great price shrewd manager parable talents lazarus rich man others followed general discussion christ s teachings prayer love god p ellen g white founder seventh day adventist church named one 100 significant americans time well one important colorful figures history american religion second major book following steps christ published three years earlier summary beth thomas p |
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11582 |
12259 |
Agnes Sorel |
George Payne Rainsford James |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
The Hundred Years' War: a series of conflicts waged from 1337 to 1453 by the House of Plantagenet, rulers of the Kingdom of England, against the House of Valois, rulers of the Kingdom of France, over the succession to the French throne. It was a time of intrigue, plot, murder and romance. Agnes Sorel, aged 20, became the favorite mistress of the King of France, wielding much influence over him and earning many enemies. Her untimely death at the age of 28, just days after bearing him a fourth child, was blamed on dysentery. In this novel, we follow the trials of Jean Charost, secretary to the Duke of Orleans and brother of the king; and see how his life was entwined with that of the beautiful Agnes. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/agnes-sorel-by-george-payne-rainsford-james/ |
hundred years war series conflicts waged 1337 1453 house plantagenet rulers kingdom england house valois rulers kingdom france succession french throne time intrigue plot murder romance agnes sorel aged 20 became favorite mistress king france wielding much influence earning many enemies untimely death age 28 days bearing fourth child blamed dysentery novel follow trials jean charost secretary duke orleans brother king see life entwined beautiful agnes summary lynne thompson |
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11583 |
12260 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 21-22: 1, 2 Pedro |
Reina-Valera |
*Non-fiction |
1-2 Pedro\n\nLos lectores de la primera carta del Apóstol Pedro estaban confundidos y desalentados por la persecución que estaban experimentando a causa de su fe. Pedro los exhortó a permanecer firmes, recordándoles repetidamente el ejemplo de Cristo, las riquezas de su herencia en Él y la esperanza de que volverá a llevarlos al cielo. Explicó cómo los cristianos deben responder cuando sufren debido a sus creencias. Llamado el "apóstol de la esperanza", el mensaje de Pedro es primordial para confiar en el Señor, vivir obedientemente sin importar las circunstancias, y mantener su esperanza "fija en la promesa de Dios de liberarnos." El sufrimiento es de esperarse, pero es temporal y producirá grandes bendiciones para los que permanecen firmes. Se cree que Pedro escribió esta carta a mediados de los años 60 dC.\n\nla Segunda carta del Apóstol Pedro probablemente fue escrita poco antes de su muerte (alrededor del año 67 dC). Pedro describe en términos vívidos cómo versiones torcidas de la verdad cristiana estaban siendo enseñadas, recordando su experiencia de primera mano acerca de la gloria de Cristo en la Transfiguración. Pedro explica la verdad más segura del evangelio como un antídoto para la herejía. El evangelio es como "una lámpara que brilla en un lugar oscuro" En el capítulo 3 Pedro se enfoca en aquellos que se burlan de la idea del regreso triunfal de Cristo y del juicio final. Así como Dios una vez destruyó la tierra con agua, un día la destruirá con fuego. A la luz de esto, debemos vivir en "santidad y piedad" mientras esperamos el regreso del Señor Jesucristo y la salvación que El ha prometido a todos los que creen en El.\n\n====================\nThe readers of the first letter of the apostle Peter were confused and discouraged by the persecution they were encountering because of their faith. Peter urged them to stand firm, reminding them repeatedly of Christ's example, the riches of his inheritance in Him, and the hope that He would bring them back to heaven to be with Him. He explained how Christians should respond when they suffer because of their beliefs. Called the "apostle of hope," Peter's message is paramount to trust in the Lord, to live obediently regardless of circumstances, and to keep our hope "fixed on God's ultimate promise of deliverance." Suffering is expected, but it is temporary and yields great Blessings for those who stand firm. Peter wrote this letter in the mid 60s AD\n\n2 Peter was probably written shortly before his death. Twisted versions of Christian truth were being taught, which Peter describes in vivid terms. Recalling his firsthand experience of the glory of Christ in the transfiguration. Peter explains the gospel's truth as an antidote for heresy. The gospel is like "a lamp shining in a dark place" In chapter 3 Peter focuses on those who make fun of the idea of Christ triumphant return and final judgment. Just as God once destroyed the earth with water, one day He will destroy it with fire. In light of this, we must live in "holiness and godliness" as we await the return of the Lord Jesus Christ and the salvation He has promised to all who believe in Him.\n - Summary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-nt-21-22-12-pedro/ |
1 2 pedro los lectores de la primera carta del apóstol pedro estaban confundidos desalentados por la persecución que estaban experimentando causa de su fe pedro los exhortó permanecer firmes recordándoles repetidamente el ejemplo de cristo las riquezas de su herencia en él la esperanza de que volverá llevarlos al cielo explicó cómo los cristianos deben responder cuando sufren debido sus creencias llamado el apóstol de la esperanza el mensaje de pedro es primordial para confiar en el señor vivir obedientemente sin importar las circunstancias mantener su esperanza fija en la promesa de dios de liberarnos el sufrimiento es de esperarse pero es temporal producirá grandes bendiciones para los que permanecen firmes se cree que pedro escribió esta carta mediados de los años 60 dc la segunda carta del apóstol pedro probablemente fue escrita poco antes de su muerte alrededor del año 67 dc pedro describe en términos vívidos cómo versiones torcidas de la verdad cristiana estaban siendo enseñadas recordando su experiencia de primera mano acerca de la gloria de cristo en la transfiguración pedro explica la verdad más segura del evangelio como un antídoto para la herejía el evangelio es como una lámpara que brilla en un lugar oscuro en el capítulo 3 pedro se enfoca en aquellos que se burlan de la idea del regreso triunfal de cristo del juicio final así como dios una vez destruyó la tierra con agua un día la destruirá con fuego la luz de esto debemos vivir en santidad piedad mientras esperamos el regreso del señor jesucristo la salvación que el ha prometido todos los que creen en el readers first letter apostle peter confused discouraged persecution encountering faith peter urged stand firm reminding repeatedly christ s example riches inheritance him hope would bring back heaven him explained christians respond suffer beliefs called apostle hope peter s message paramount trust lord live obediently regardless circumstances keep hope fixed god s ultimate promise deliverance suffering expected temporary yields great blessings stand firm peter wrote letter mid 60s ad 2 peter probably written shortly death twisted versions christian truth taught peter describes vivid terms recalling firsthand experience glory christ transfiguration peter explains gospel s truth antidote heresy gospel like a lamp shining dark place chapter 3 peter focuses make fun idea christ triumphant return final judgment god destroyed earth water one day destroy fire light this must live holiness godliness await return lord jesus christ salvation promised believe him summary claudia r barrett |
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12261 |
Lord Dolphin |
Harriet Anna Cheever |
Animals & Nature |
"Now who ever heard of a fish's setting up and telling his own story...I am not a bit proud but just a good natured chap that has decided to spin a sea yard for the amusement, and I hope the instruction, it may be of young Folks, being perfectly willing that older Folks should hear it too, if they like." Summary by Lord Dolphin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/lord-dolphin-by-harriet-anna-cheever/ |
now ever heard fish s setting telling story i bit proud good natured chap decided spin sea yard amusement hope instruction may young folks perfectly willing older folks hear too like summary lord dolphin |
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11585 |
12262 |
Poems (1686) |
Anne Killigrew |
Single author |
<br />These are the original, tender and thoughtful poems of a young female artist who lived and died in seventeenth century London -- only 70 years after William Shakespeare. Her diction is readily accessible to listeners after almost 350 years and the subjects on her mind we can imagine on the minds of educated young women today. She writes often of love, broken hearts and the beauty of reason and self-control -- as if she knew the Age of Enlightenment was just around the corner. She also opines intelligently and optimistically on death and the soul although she mentions God seldomly. More commonly she betrays her familiarity with Ovid referencing Greek nymphs and heroes while projecting herself in the scene in a charming girlish way. Her poetic prowess was noticed by critics who openly doubted a mere girl could write with such touching originality on her own. Her rejoinder verse in this collection shows admirable restraint and conclusivity. One only wonders what would have followed as she matured and what artistic output of Miss Killigrew the world has done without. She died of smallpox in her twenty-fifth year. - Summary by Arthur Krolman<p> |
English |
1685 |
https://librivox.org/poems-1686-by-anne-killigrew/ |
br these original tender thoughtful poems young female artist lived died seventeenth century london 70 years william shakespeare diction readily accessible listeners almost 350 years subjects mind imagine minds educated young women today writes often love broken hearts beauty reason self control knew age enlightenment around corner also opines intelligently optimistically death soul although mentions god seldomly commonly betrays familiarity ovid referencing greek nymphs heroes projecting scene charming girlish way poetic prowess noticed critics openly doubted mere girl could write touching originality own rejoinder verse collection shows admirable restraint conclusivity one wonders would followed matured artistic output miss killigrew world done without died smallpox twenty fifth year summary arthur krolman p |
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11586 |
12263 |
Maid Of Sker |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Who is Bardie? Her refined clothes show that she is not an ordinary girl. But why did she have to be saved from the sea by a fisherman? This story is through the eyes of the fisherman, who followed Bardie throughout her childhood and attempted to discover her roots. - Summary by Stav Nisser.<br>\n<br>\nNote: This text, published more than 150 years ago, contains race-related words and descriptions, which listeners may find offensive.<br><br> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-maid-of-sker-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
bardie refined clothes show ordinary girl saved sea fisherman story eyes fisherman followed bardie throughout childhood attempted discover roots summary stav nisser br br note text published 150 years ago contains race related words descriptions listeners may find offensive br br |
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11587 |
12264 |
Unser täglich Gift |
Otfried Krzyzanowski |
Poetry |
Dies ist ein Gedichtband des bekannten Wiener Bohème Otfried Krzyzanowski. Krzyzanowski war ein Lebenskünstler, der sich in den Wiener Kaffeehäusern und zwischen verschiedenen literarischen Gruppen treiben ließ. Dies ging aber nur zu einem gewissen Grade gut, Krzyzanowski stirbt 1918 in bitterer Armut an Entkräftung durch Hunger. Sein einflussreicher Gedichtband Unser täglich Gift ist im Jahr nach seinem Tod erschienen, ihm wird bis heute ein Platz in der Österreichischen Lyrik eingeräumt. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/unser-taeglich-gift-by-otfried-krzyzanowski/ |
dies ist ein gedichtband des bekannten wiener bohème otfried krzyzanowski krzyzanowski war ein lebenskünstler der sich den wiener kaffeehäusern und zwischen verschiedenen literarischen gruppen treiben ließ dies ging aber nur zu einem gewissen grade gut krzyzanowski stirbt 1918 bitterer armut entkräftung durch hunger sein einflussreicher gedichtband unser täglich gift ist im jahr nach seinem tod erschienen ihm wird bis heute ein platz der österreichischen lyrik eingeräumt summary carolin |
| 11629 |
11588 |
12265 |
Singing Man: A Book of Songs and Shadows |
Josephine Preston Peabody |
Poetry |
This is a collection of a number of long narrative poems. Ms. Peabody's poetry is marked by vivacity and living images. The poems contained in this collection are a great example of Ms. Peabody's style. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-singing-man-a-book-of-songs-and-shadows-by-josephine-preston-peabody/ |
collection number long narrative poems ms peabody s poetry marked vivacity living images poems contained collection great example ms peabody s style summary carolin |
| 11630 |
11589 |
12266 |
Demonios |
Aluísio Azevedo |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Demônios é um conto de terror, com temática sobrenatural. Em um dia que parece não ter início nem fim, um escritor desperta e observa que não houve amanhecer. As horas passam e o dia não surge. Não bastasse a treva que domina o ambiente, o escritor descobre que aqueles que o cercavam jaziam mortos. Em meio ao pânico e ao desespero, sai em busca de sua amada, Laura, na esperança de encontrá-la, enfrentando o desconhecido e o pavor daquela noite interminável. - Summary by Rogerio Maciel |
Portuguese |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/demonios-by-aluisio-azevedo/ |
demônios é um conto de terror com temática sobrenatural em um dia que parece não ter início nem fim um escritor desperta e observa que não houve amanhecer horas passam e dia não surge não bastasse treva que domina ambiente escritor descobre que aqueles que cercavam jaziam mortos em meio ao pânico e ao desespero sai em busca de sua amada laura na esperança de encontrá la enfrentando desconhecido e pavor daquela noite interminável summary rogerio maciel |
| 11631 |
11590 |
12267 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 8) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 8 chronicles Lincoln's life from 1862 to 1863. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-8-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 8 chronicles lincoln s life 1862 1863 summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 11632 |
11591 |
12268 |
Clue |
Carolyn Wells |
Detective Fiction |
<br />Once Carolyn Wells began, or re-invented her writing career, 'The Clue' was her initial book which strayed from children's writings into mysteries and detective stories. It is also when we are introduced to her most famous of detectives, Fleming Stone.\n<br /><br />\nOn the eve of her wedding day, Madeleine Van Norman, a beautiful young lady who is soon to come into her family fortune is found dead, apparently stabbed with an ominous blood-stained letter opener found nearby. There is nobody within the household who is not considered a suspect by the police, but how could a killer have slipped through the doors of Madeleine’s locked bedroom? It must have been suicide, as a note was found lying on a table near her body. Or was it? An intriguing mystery ensues which hinges on the discovery of a single, all-important clue. - Summary by Roger Melin <br /><br /> |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-clue-by-carolyn-wells/ |
br once carolyn wells began re invented writing career the clue initial book strayed children s writings mysteries detective stories also introduced famous detectives fleming stone br br eve wedding day madeleine van norman beautiful young lady soon come family fortune found dead apparently stabbed ominous blood stained letter opener found nearby nobody within household considered suspect police could killer slipped doors madeleine s locked bedroom must suicide note found lying table near body it intriguing mystery ensues hinges discovery single all important clue summary roger melin br br |
| 11633 |
11592 |
12269 |
Lectures On Painting Delivered To The Students Of The Royal Academy |
Edward Armitage |
Art, Design & Architecture |
This 1883 book contains chapters on ancient costumes, Byzantine and Romanesque art, David and his school, modern schools of Europe, drawing, color, decorative painting, finish, choice of subject, composition of decorative and historical pictures, and composition of incident pictures. Edward Armitage RA (1817 – 1896) was an English painter of the Victorian era whose work focused on historical, classical and biblical subjects. He was Professor and Lecturer on painting in the Royal Academy 1875-1886. (David Wales) |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/lectures-on-painting-delivered-to-the-students-of-the-royal-academy-by-edward-armitage/ |
1883 book contains chapters ancient costumes byzantine romanesque art david school modern schools europe drawing color decorative painting finish choice subject composition decorative historical pictures composition incident pictures edward armitage ra 1817 1896 english painter victorian era whose work focused historical classical biblical subjects professor lecturer painting royal academy 1875 1886 david wales |
| 11634 |
11593 |
12270 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6: Part 3: Martin Guerre |
Alexandre Dumas |
Historical Fiction, War & Military, True Crime |
Martin Guerre was a French peasant that, during a long absence, was famously impersonated in the 16th century. Although the real Martin Guerre is suspected of no serious crimes, his imposter, Arnaud du Tilh, engaged in fraud and adultery while pursuing false claims to the Guerre inheritance. Dumas later incorporates this celebrated crime into his novel “The Two Dianas.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-6-part-3-martin-guerre-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
martin guerre french peasant that long absence famously impersonated 16th century although real martin guerre suspected serious crimes imposter arnaud du tilh engaged fraud adultery pursuing false claims guerre inheritance dumas later incorporates celebrated crime novel the two dianas summary jvanstan |
| 11635 |
11594 |
12271 |
In the Path of the Alphabet |
Frances Jermain |
Writing & Linguistics |
Language: we all use it and few of us think about the form it takes on the page. But how did the transmittal of ideas in written form evolve from Egyptian hieroglyphics to the ABCs in use in most countries around the world today? This work, written by a librarian and scholar, draws on previously published works and also direct correspondence with archaeologists still uncovering secrets in Egypt and Mesopotamia. Her death left this work unfinished, but others were able to polish it for publication. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-path-of-the-alphabet-by-frances-jermain/ |
language use us think form takes page transmittal ideas written form evolve egyptian hieroglyphics abcs use countries around world today work written librarian scholar draws previously published works also direct correspondence archaeologists still uncovering secrets egypt mesopotamia death left work unfinished others able polish publication summary lynne thompson |
| 11636 |
11595 |
12272 |
Aino Folk-Tales |
Basil Hall Chamberlain |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Not for the squeamish or for children, these folk-tales are from the Ainu, the somewhat mysterious indigenous people of Japan, thousands of whom still live in the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. Ranging over all of the usual themes of folklore, from creation to marriage to war, these stories have a pungent, ribald frankness concerning all aspects of human life that offended their scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain (his apologies to the reader are themselves entertaining) but that make them fresh, provocative, and amusing to the twenty-first century reader. Attention to the Ainu is especially timely because of the revival in Japan of Ainu activism on behalf of indigenous rights, pride, and culture, but are well worth reading for their purely entertainment value. |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/aino-folk-tales-by-basil-hall-chamberlain/ |
squeamish children folk tales ainu somewhat mysterious indigenous people japan thousands still live northern japanese island hokkaido ranging usual themes folklore creation marriage war stories pungent ribald frankness concerning aspects human life offended scholarly collector basil hall chamberlain his apologies reader entertaining make fresh provocative amusing twenty first century reader attention ainu especially timely revival japan ainu activism behalf indigenous rights pride culture well worth reading purely entertainment value |
| 11637 |
11596 |
12273 |
Where's The Use |
Robert F. Murray |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Robert Fuller Murray was a Victorian poet. Although born in the United States, Murray lived most of his life in the United Kingdom, most notably in St Andrews, Scotland. He wrote two books of poetry and was published occasionally in periodicals. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/wheres-the-use-by-robert-f-murray/ |
robert fuller murray victorian poet although born united states murray lived life united kingdom notably st andrews scotland wrote two books poetry published occasionally periodicals summary wikipedia |
| 11638 |
11597 |
12274 |
Jerusalem to Revelations - A Quartet of Spiritual Explorations |
Dante Alighieri |
Religious Fiction |
A Four Quartets for the End of Time, these works stretch from the death and rebirth of a living land, England/Albion, to the death of the world as we know it in the Book of Revelations, going by way of a journey of the soul through death into salvation in the Egyptian Book of the Dead, thence into Dante's journey into Hell, Purgatory and final union with his beloved Beatrice and his God. Herein you will find four ways to save your soul and live through death, regenerate a wasted land and, in doing so, enter the New Jerusalem. - Summary by Tony Addison |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/jerusalem-to-revelations-a-quartet-of-spiritual-explorations-by-unknown/ |
four quartets end time works stretch death rebirth living land england albion death world know book revelations going way journey soul death salvation egyptian book dead thence dante s journey hell purgatory final union beloved beatrice god herein find four ways save soul live death regenerate wasted land and so enter new jerusalem summary tony addison |
| 11639 |
11598 |
12275 |
Colonel Chabert |
Honoré de Balzac |
Historical Fiction |
Colonel Chabert is a soldier, who goes missing during the Napoleonic wars, and then returns from the dead, most inconveniently for his wife, who has remarried and has gone up in the world. This novella by Balzac lays bare the venality of the French Restoration period. It has been filmed several times, most recently in the 1994 version, starring Gerard Depardieu. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/colonel-chabert-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
colonel chabert soldier goes missing napoleonic wars returns dead inconveniently wife remarried gone world novella balzac lays bare venality french restoration period filmed several times recently 1994 version starring gerard depardieu summary nicole lee |
| 11640 |
11599 |
12276 |
Submarine Boys and the Smugglers |
Victor G. Durham |
Action & Adventure |
Three American naval officers are assigned to a newly commissioned submarine, the Grant. The US navy wants commander Jack, ensigns Hal and Eph to break up a big smuggling operation along the New Jersey coast that is costing the government millions. Along the way, they race to a doomed steam ship, The Cynthia, carrying over a thousand souls who will all surely perish without the Submarine Boys. It is a great mystery adventure. The Submarine Boys will make your day! (Summary by John) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-submarine-boys-and-the-smugglers-by-victor-g-durham/ |
three american naval officers assigned newly commissioned submarine grant us navy wants commander jack ensigns hal eph break big smuggling operation along new jersey coast costing government millions along way race doomed steam ship cynthia carrying thousand souls surely perish without submarine boys great mystery adventure submarine boys make day summary john |
| 11641 |
11600 |
12278 |
Mystery of the Fires |
Edith Lavell |
Action & Adventure |
In the second book of the Mary Louise Gay mysteries, Mary Lou and her best friend Jane are thrilled to be spending a whole month of their summer together at Shady Nook. But when suspicious fires threaten their relaxing holiday, they jump into their sleuthing ways to find the culprit. With so many interesting residents in this small town, they have their work cut out for them! - Summary by Cari Shorrock |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/the-mystery-of-the-fires-by-edith-lavell/ |
second book mary louise gay mysteries mary lou best friend jane thrilled spending whole month summer together shady nook suspicious fires threaten relaxing holiday jump sleuthing ways find culprit many interesting residents small town work cut them summary cari shorrock |
| 11642 |
11601 |
12279 |
Dama de las Camelias |
Alexandre Dumas, fils |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Armando Duval, un joven de la alta sociedad parisiense, se enamora perdidamente de Margarita Gautier, reconocida cortesana, quien corresponde sinceramente a este sentimiento. Olvidándose de esas circunstancias que les rodean, Armando y Margarita se entregan por completo a ese amor, sin importarles el escándalo que esto genere. (Summary by Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/la-dama-de-las-camelias-by-alexandre-dumas-fils/ |
armando duval un joven de la alta sociedad parisiense se enamora perdidamente de margarita gautier reconocida cortesana quien corresponde sinceramente este sentimiento olvidándose de esas circunstancias que les rodean armando margarita se entregan por completo ese amor sin importarles el escándalo que esto genere summary phileas fogg |
| 11643 |
11602 |
12280 |
October and Other Poems |
Robert Bridges |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry by Robert Bridges. This collection also contains some poems written right after World War I, reflecting the state of international politics very impressively. <br></br>"This miscellaneous volume is composed of three sections. The first twelve poems were written in 1913, and printed privately by Mr. Hornby in 1914.<br>\nThe last of these poems proved to be a “war poem,” and on that follow eighteen pieces which were called forth on occasion during the War, the last being a broadsheet on the surrender of the German ships. All of these verses appeared in some journal or serial. There were a few others, but they are not included in this collection, either because they are lost, or because they show decidedly inferior claims to salvage.<br>\nThe last six poems or sonnets are of various dates." - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/october-and-other-poems-by-robert-bridges/ |
collection poetry robert bridges collection also contains poems written right world war i reflecting state international politics impressively br br this miscellaneous volume composed three sections first twelve poems written 1913 printed privately mr hornby 1914 br last poems proved war poem follow eighteen pieces called forth occasion war last broadsheet surrender german ships verses appeared journal serial others included collection either lost show decidedly inferior claims salvage br last six poems sonnets various dates summary carolin |
| 11644 |
11603 |
12281 |
White Sail |
Louise Imogen Guiney |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Louise Imogen Guiney. The collection is split into four parts. After the titular poem, which is its own part, this volume contains ten narrative poems concerning some well-known and some lesser known legends. The third part of the volume is one of lyrics, and the fourth contains a number of sonnets. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-sail-by-louise-imogen-guiney/ |
collection poems louise imogen guiney collection split four parts titular poem part volume contains ten narrative poems concerning well known lesser known legends third part volume one lyrics fourth contains number sonnets summary carolin |
| 11645 |
11604 |
12282 |
Recollections And Letters Of General Robert E. Lee By His Son |
Robert E. Lee, Jr. |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
The life of the Confederate States of America general, Robert E. Lee, through the eyes of his youngest son, who was also a Confederate Army officer. Published in 1905. Note: in many of the letters the recipient's name is printed after General Lee's signature; the White House is not that in Washington but General Lee's elder son's house in Virginia. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-and-letters-of-general-robert-e-lee-by-robert-e-lee-jr/ |
life confederate states america general robert e lee eyes youngest son also confederate army officer published 1905 note many letters recipient s name printed general lee s signature white house washington general lee s elder son s house virginia summary david wales |
| 11646 |
11605 |
12283 |
Well at the World's End: Book 4: The Road Home |
William Morris |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
In The Well at the World's End, Ralph of Upmeads, youngest son of the King of Upmeads, leaves home (where nothing exciting ever happens) without permission and sets out looking for adventure. When he hears rumors of a well that exudes water with magical properties, he is intrigued and begins his quest. Along the way, he travels through various towns and wildernesses and meets -- and is sometimes led astray by -- a host of interesting people including a mysterious knight, a beautiful woman who may be a goddess, a treacherous servant, a brave tavern wench, a barbarian warrior, a solitary sage, and a sadistic king. Book 4 finishes his adventure. - Summary by Kristingj |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-well-at-the-worlds-end-book-4-the-road-home-by-william-morris/ |
well world s end ralph upmeads youngest son king upmeads leaves home where nothing exciting ever happens without permission sets looking adventure hears rumors well exudes water magical properties intrigued begins quest along way travels various towns wildernesses meets sometimes led astray host interesting people including mysterious knight beautiful woman may goddess treacherous servant brave tavern wench barbarian warrior solitary sage sadistic king book 4 finishes adventure summary kristingj |
| 11647 |
11606 |
12285 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 052 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Seventeen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include Nature and Science--fall scenery, rose oil, large type books for low vision, the pulmotor, and the method of scientific investigation; Philosophy and Thought--Joseph Priestly, Kierkegaard, Rousseau, and A.C. Bradley on poetry; History and Travel--John Johnston founder of Sault St. Marie, eating in Berlin, and Sir John Mandeville's travels; a Japanese folk tale; a defense of Lady Bryon by Harriet Beecher Stowe, and a Virginia slave narrative by Minnie Fulkes. (Summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>"Preparation for a Christian Life" was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/6941">Lee M. Hollander</a>. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-052-by-various/ |
seventeen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include nature science fall scenery rose oil large type books low vision pulmotor method scientific investigation philosophy thought joseph priestly kierkegaard rousseau a c bradley poetry history travel john johnston founder sault st marie eating berlin sir john mandeville s travels japanese folk tale defense lady bryon harriet beecher stowe virginia slave narrative minnie fulkes summary sue anderson br br preparation christian life translated a href https librivox org author 6941 lee m hollander a |
| 11648 |
11607 |
12286 |
Curly |
Roger Pocock |
Westerns |
This Arizona-set western at the turn of the 20th century features an Irish lord named Balshannon, his American helper Chalkeye, and a cattle-rustler's son named Curly. (Summary by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/curly-by-roger-pocock/ |
arizona set western turn 20th century features irish lord named balshannon american helper chalkeye cattle rustler s son named curly summary matt pierard |
| 11649 |
11608 |
12287 |
Solar Eclipse |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A commemoration of the recent solar eclipse is presented in this week's group reading. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-solar-eclipse-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
commemoration recent solar eclipse presented week s group reading summary david lawrence |
| 11650 |
11609 |
12288 |
Dog Crusoe and his Master (Version 2) |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure |
Set in the exciting North American frontier this tale of a rescued dog and its loyalty and help to its new master really underlines the old saying that a dog is a man's best friend. The book really is a story of adventure in the early Western prairies not just about the dog. It is more what it was like to hunt a buffalo and live at a time when the Indians presented a problem and also how the early settlers dealt with them. It touches on things that were new to the people at the time Ballantyne wrote it. Crusoe was won by a young lad in a shooting contest as well as a rifle. And as the boy and dog grew and rode out to see the grand prairie for the very first time we meet the different animals and great country and the reader gets to share the excitement of adventure. - Summary by phil chenevert and wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dog-crusoe-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
set exciting north american frontier tale rescued dog loyalty help new master really underlines old saying dog man s best friend book really story adventure early western prairies dog like hunt buffalo live time indians presented problem also early settlers dealt them touches things new people time ballantyne wrote it crusoe young lad shooting contest well rifle boy dog grew rode see grand prairie first time meet different animals great country reader gets share excitement adventure summary phil chenevert wikipedia |
| 11651 |
11610 |
12289 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 4 |
Eugène Sue |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Rodolphe, who is really the Grand Duke of Gerolstein (a fictional kingdom of Germany) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. He can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. He is at ease in all layers of society and so is able to understand their problems, and how the different social classes are linked. Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-paris-vol-4-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe really grand duke gerolstein a fictional kingdom germany disguised parisian worker speak argot extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind ease layers society able understand problems different social classes linked summary michele eaton |
| 11652 |
11611 |
12290 |
Life of Lazarillo de Tormes (Markham translation) |
Unknown |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
A whimsical collection of stories about a wandering street urchin, <i>Lazarillo de Tormes</i> is a classic of the Spanish Golden Age, even paid homage in Cervantes’ <i>Don Quixote</i>. Rendered homeless by the arrest of his father and poverty of his mother, the boy Lazarillo has no choice but to go out and find masters to serve. Unfortunately, each of his masters is worse than the one before, and in each case Lazarillo is cast upon his own wits in order to survive. Clever, hungry, and desperate, he always has a sharp eye for lessons on how to outwit the greedy and unscrupulous people who surround him. There is much of wit and humor in this little book, but the anonymous author obviously also intends to expose the brutal inequalities of society, especially toward children and women. Many of his arrows are aimed directly at the Church and its representatives, which explains why the author chose to remain anonymous, slyly publishing the book in three different cities simultaneously, and why the authorship of <i>Lazarillo</i> is still a mystery almost 500 years later. (Expatriate) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-lazarillo-de-tormes-markham-translation-by-unknown/ |
whimsical collection stories wandering street urchin i lazarillo de tormes i classic spanish golden age even paid homage cervantes i don quixote i rendered homeless arrest father poverty mother boy lazarillo choice go find masters serve unfortunately masters worse one before case lazarillo cast upon wits order survive clever hungry desperate always sharp eye lessons outwit greedy unscrupulous people surround him much wit humor little book anonymous author obviously also intends expose brutal inequalities society especially toward children women many arrows aimed directly church representatives explains author chose remain anonymous slyly publishing book three different cities simultaneously authorship i lazarillo i still mystery almost 500 years later expatriate |
| 11653 |
11612 |
12291 |
Arms and The Man |
George Bernard Shaw |
Satire |
Arms and the Man is a comedy written by George Bernard Shaw, and was first produced in 1894 and published in 1898, and has become one of the most popular of his plays. Like his other works, Arms and the Man questions conventional values and uses war and love as his satirical targets. He delightfully pops the bubble of the 'brave soldier' always wishing to charge into battle and shows (I think) how people stay the same whether in uniform or not and are not magically changed into different people. A cautious soldier can be just as admirable as a reckless one. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/arms-and-the-man-by-george-bernard-shaw-2/ |
arms man comedy written george bernard shaw first produced 1894 published 1898 become one popular plays like works arms man questions conventional values uses war love satirical targets delightfully pops bubble brave soldier always wishing charge battle shows i think people stay whether uniform magically changed different people cautious soldier admirable reckless one summary phil chenevert |
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11613 |
12292 |
Philosophies |
Ronald Ross |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Ronald Ross. It was composed in India during Ross' intensive research of malaria. Ross was first to discover how mosquitoes transmit malaria and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine for this work in 1902. While this research is still well-known today, it is not very well-known that Ross also wrote poetry. This volume contains some of his poems, composed during his stay in India. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/philosophies-by-ronald-ross/ |
volume poetry ronald ross composed india ross intensive research malaria ross first discover mosquitoes transmit malaria awarded nobel prize medicine work 1902 research still well known today well known ross also wrote poetry volume contains poems composed stay india summary carolin |
| 11655 |
11614 |
12293 |
Nothing of Importance |
John Bernard Pye Adams |
War & Military |
Fighting in France during the Great War, Bernard Adams, an officer with a Welsh battalion, was moved to chronicle what he saw and experienced: the living conditions and duties of officers and “Tommies” (enlisted men) in their dank, rat-infested trenches and behind the lines; the maiming and deaths; and the quiet periods described in official reports as “nothing of importance”. Adams relates his wounding in June, 1916 and its aftermath. The concluding chapter, which he wrote during his convalescence in “Blighty” (soldiers’ slang for England), is an impassioned reflection on war. Following several months of recuperation Adams returned to the front where, on February 26, 1917 he was wounded again. The following day he died. (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/nothing-of-importance-by-john-bernard-pye-adams/ |
fighting france great war bernard adams officer welsh battalion moved chronicle saw experienced living conditions duties officers tommies enlisted men dank rat infested trenches behind lines maiming deaths quiet periods described official reports nothing importance adams relates wounding june 1916 aftermath concluding chapter wrote convalescence blighty soldiers slang england impassioned reflection war following several months recuperation adams returned front where february 26 1917 wounded again following day died lee smalley |
| 11656 |
11615 |
12294 |
History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 5 |
Friedrich Schiller |
War & Military, Early Modern |
Volume 5 concludes the History of the Thirty Years War in Germany. [Note From the first PG etext of this work: Separate sources indicate that at the beginning of this war there were about 15 million people in Germany, and at the end of the war there were about 4 million. If this is not surprising enough, war broke out again only 10 years after the conclusion of this war.] \n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-thirty-years-war-volume-5-by-friedrich-schiller/ |
volume 5 concludes history thirty years war germany note first pg etext work separate sources indicate beginning war 15 million people germany end war 4 million surprising enough war broke 10 years conclusion war |
| 11657 |
11616 |
12295 |
Edmund Dulac's Fairy Tale Book |
Edmund Dulac |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Unusual Fairy Tales from around the world, this story collection contains; a mother with two daughters both named Caroline, a carriage drawn by winged frogs, a prince turned into a bird and a princess in the form of a deer, a fairy in the shape of a talking crayfish and Ivan, who crawls into his horse's ear. In the usual style of fairy tales most of these have a moral and a happy ending! (Summary by Beth Thomas)\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/edmund-dulacs-fairy-tale-book-by-edmund-dulac/ |
unusual fairy tales around world story collection contains mother two daughters named caroline carriage drawn winged frogs prince turned bird princess form deer fairy shape talking crayfish ivan crawls horse s ear usual style fairy tales moral happy ending summary beth thomas |
| 11658 |
11617 |
12296 |
Bullets & Billets |
Bruce Bairnsfather |
War & Military, Humor, Modern (20th C) |
A front-line view of life in the trenches of the Western Front in the early part of 1914-1915. Told by Lieutenant (later Captain) Bruce Bairnsfather, cartoonist, whose Alf, Bert, and Old Bill were forerunners to Bill Mauldin and his Willie and Joe in World War II. This volume traces Bairnsfather's service as a machine gun officer from its inception until he was removed from the battlefield by the intense shelling during the Second Battle of Ypres (April 1915). It is told with a wry, ironic, grim humor often possessed by those who have endured shells, bullets, floods, mud, bully beef, maconochie, and a surfeit of plum and apple jam. His participation in the unofficial Christmas Truce of 1914 (for which he was investigated in view of a court-martial) is documented as well as the horrors of war at close quarters. (Summary by Dr. P. Gould) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/bullets-billets-by-bruce-bairnsfather/ |
front line view life trenches western front early part 1914 1915 told lieutenant later captain bruce bairnsfather cartoonist whose alf bert old bill forerunners bill mauldin willie joe world war ii volume traces bairnsfather s service machine gun officer inception removed battlefield intense shelling second battle ypres april 1915 told wry ironic grim humor often possessed endured shells bullets floods mud bully beef maconochie surfeit plum apple jam participation unofficial christmas truce 1914 for investigated view court martial documented well horrors war close quarters summary dr p gould |
| 11659 |
11618 |
12297 |
Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 10 - Legal |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction, Law |
For those who like courtroom drama, here are Ingersoll’s Opening and Closing arguments on the most famous trials of his career--the <b>Star Route Trials</b> which stretched over 2 years, revealing high government corruption in the U.S. Post Office system's westward expansion. Ingersoll was lead counsel for the defense. Compiled from countless reports and endless conflicting details (much like untangling a huge pile of fishing line), it was said that his prodigious memory of the minutest details without referring to the record, knowledge of the law, impregnable logic, forensic power, lucidity, almost infallible judgment, remarkable ability as an orator that kept the courtroom spellbound; his uniform fairness, tact, candor, humor, and matchless summing up, are vividly captured in these transcripts. "He absolutely made no mistakes", said one federal judge. This volume also contains 3 shorter trial summations: the <b>Munn Trial</b>, the <b>Davis Will Case</b>, and the <b>Russell Case</b>. This is the entirety of Volume X, Dresden Edition, pub. 1900. ~ Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-10-legal-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
like courtroom drama ingersoll s opening closing arguments famous trials career the b star route trials b stretched 2 years revealing high government corruption u s post office system s westward expansion ingersoll lead counsel defense compiled countless reports endless conflicting details much like untangling huge pile fishing line said prodigious memory minutest details without referring record knowledge law impregnable logic forensic power lucidity almost infallible judgment remarkable ability orator kept courtroom spellbound uniform fairness tact candor humor matchless summing up vividly captured transcripts he absolutely made mistakes said one federal judge volume also contains 3 shorter trial summations b munn trial b b davis case b b russell case b entirety volume x dresden edition pub 1900 summary michele fry |
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11619 |
12298 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 6 |
Eugène Sue |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Rodolphe, who is really the Grand Duke of Gerolstein (a fictional kingdom of Germany) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. He can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. He is at ease in all layers of society and so is able to understand their problems, and how the different social classes are linked. Summary by wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mysteries-of-paris-vol-6-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe really grand duke gerolstein a fictional kingdom germany disguised parisian worker speak argot extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind ease layers society able understand problems different social classes linked summary wikipedia |
| 11661 |
11620 |
12299 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 5 |
Eugène Sue |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Rodolphe, who is really the Grand Duke of Gerolstein (a fictional kingdom of Germany) but is disguised as a Parisian worker. He can speak in argot, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. He is at ease in all layers of society and so is able to understand their problems, and how the different social classes are linked. Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mysteries-of-paris-vol-5-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe really grand duke gerolstein a fictional kingdom germany disguised parisian worker speak argot extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind ease layers society able understand problems different social classes linked summary wikipedia |
| 11662 |
11621 |
12300 |
Miserables: Tomo II |
Victor Hugo |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Valjean de nuevo es capturado y condenado a trabajos forzados de por vida. Encarcelado en el puerto militar de Toulon rescata a un marinero atrapado en el aparejo de la nave. Los espectadores piden su liberación. Valjean finge su propia muerte por dejarse caer al mar. Las autoridades le dan por muerto. Entonces viaja hasta la posada de los Thérnardier en busca de Cosette. Descubriendo como tratan a la hija de la difunta Fantine, Valjean decide llevársela y adoptarla como su hija. Viven en los barrios parisinos más pobres hasta que son aceptados en un convento, al que llegan huyendo, una vez más, de Javert. Summary by Wikipedia |
Spanish |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/los-miserables-tomo-ii-by-victor-hugo/ |
valjean de nuevo es capturado condenado trabajos forzados de por vida encarcelado en el puerto militar de toulon rescata un marinero atrapado en el aparejo de la nave los espectadores piden su liberación valjean finge su propia muerte por dejarse caer al mar las autoridades le dan por muerto entonces viaja hasta la posada de los thérnardier en busca de cosette descubriendo como tratan la hija de la difunta fantine valjean decide llevársela adoptarla como su hija viven en los barrios parisinos más pobres hasta que son aceptados en un convento al que llegan huyendo una vez más de javert summary wikipedia |
| 11663 |
11622 |
12301 |
New Magdalen |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Mercy Merrick is living a difficult life on the streets, but when she meets the young and charismatic clergyman Julian Gray, she desires to leave this life behind and start afresh. She packs her things and volunteers as a nurse in the Franco-Prussian war of 1870. It is, however, very difficult to leave your life behind, and even harder to start a new life in a society so dependent on social connections. So when she sees that Grace Roseberry is killed by a shell, Mercy assumes Grace's identity and social position... - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-magdalen-by-wilkie-collins/ |
mercy merrick living difficult life streets meets young charismatic clergyman julian gray desires leave life behind start afresh packs things volunteers nurse franco prussian war 1870 is however difficult leave life behind even harder start new life society dependent social connections sees grace roseberry killed shell mercy assumes grace s identity social position summary carolin |
| 11664 |
11626 |
12305 |
Main Street (Version 2) |
Sinclair Lewis |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction |
Carol Milford, a college-educated, progressive, ambitious young woman, is self-sufficient working as a librarian in St. Paul, when she meets a country doctor, Will Kennicott, who convinces her to marry him and move to the rural Minnesota town of Gopher Prairie. She arrives with dreams of beautifying the town, of establishing art and culture, of improving lives and promoting child welfare, but whose spirit is gradually and inexorably crushed by small-town attitudes, ignorance and bigotry. First published in 1920, Main Street is Sinclair Lewis' first major novel, and was a phenomenal success at the time. In 1930 Lewis would be the first American to receive the Nobel Prize for literature. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/main-street-by-sinclair-lewis-2/ |
carol milford college educated progressive ambitious young woman self sufficient working librarian st paul meets country doctor kennicott convinces marry move rural minnesota town gopher prairie arrives dreams beautifying town establishing art culture improving lives promoting child welfare whose spirit gradually inexorably crushed small town attitudes ignorance bigotry first published 1920 main street sinclair lewis first major novel phenomenal success time 1930 lewis would first american receive nobel prize literature summary mark nelson |
| 11665 |
11627 |
12306 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 6: Fancy and Sentiment (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The sixth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes a range of notable poems that deal with both the realm of the fantastic and our own sensibilities, covering subjects such as the imagination; fairies; elves; sprites; myths; mysticism; legends; time; and human life. It also includes an introductory essay to the volume by poet and literary historian Charles Francis Richardson (1851-1913). - Summary by Tomas Peter</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-6-fancy-and-sentiment-part-1-by-various/ |
sixth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes range notable poems deal realm fantastic sensibilities covering subjects imagination fairies elves sprites myths mysticism legends time human life also includes introductory essay volume poet literary historian charles francis richardson 1851 1913 summary tomas peter p |
| 11666 |
11628 |
12307 |
Wild Huntress |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
Marian and Lilian are two sisters living in the backwoods, somewhere in America, with their father as squatters. One May morning a man shows up, wanting to take Marian away as his wife while he makes his mark with the Mormons. But, another man holds Marian's heart, and he will go on his own adventure through the American west to track her down. (Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-wild-huntress-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
marian lilian two sisters living backwoods somewhere america father squatters one may morning man shows up wanting take marian away wife makes mark mormons but another man holds marian s heart go adventure american west track down summary ann boulais |
| 11667 |
11629 |
12308 |
Life, Crime, and Capture of John Wilkes Booth |
George Alfred Townsend |
True Crime, Modern (19th C) |
A series of articles by the New York World newspaper's special correspondent covering the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, its background and subsequent events. It should be noted that some statements in this contemporaneous account have since been shown to be inaccurate. Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-crime-and-capture-of-john-wilkes-booth-by-george-alfred-townsend/ |
series articles new york world newspaper s special correspondent covering assassination abraham lincoln background subsequent events noted statements contemporaneous account since shown inaccurate summary delmar h dolbier |
| 11668 |
11630 |
12310 |
End of Summer |
Madison Cawein |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Cawein's poetry allied his love of nature with a devotion to earlier English and European literature, mythology, and classical allusion. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-end-of-summer-by-madison-cawein/ |
cawein s poetry allied love nature devotion earlier english european literature mythology classical allusion summary wikipedia |
| 11669 |
11631 |
12311 |
Power of the Dog |
Rudyard Kipling |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Kipling was one of the most popular writers in the United Kingdom, in both prose and verse, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1907, at the age of 42, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, making him the first English-language writer to receive the prize and its youngest recipient to date. He was also sounded out for the British Poet Laureateship and on several occasions for a knighthood, both of which he declined. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-power-of-the-dog-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
kipling one popular writers united kingdom prose verse late 19th early 20th centuries 1907 age 42 awarded nobel prize literature making first english language writer receive prize youngest recipient date also sounded british poet laureateship several occasions knighthood declined summary wikipedia |
| 11670 |
11632 |
12312 |
Return of the Mucker |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
After being framed for a murder he didn’t commit, law enforcement arrests Billy Byrne…The Mucker… as he returns to the streets of Grand Avenue. Sentenced for the crime, he escapes custody en route to jail, and begins wandering America's roads as a homeless and penniless hobo. Joined by Bridge, a wandering poet and fellow soul on the road they escape a chasing detective and cross the border into Mexico to live in freedom, where the country is torn between two warring factions. Now the Mucker must join one side in a fight against the other, facing treachery within the ranks, robbing banks and facing savage local indians just to survive this outlaw country. (Summary by Joe DeNoia) |
English |
1966 |
https://librivox.org/the-return-of-the-mucker-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
framed murder didn t commit law enforcement arrests billy byrne the mucker returns streets grand avenue sentenced crime escapes custody en route jail begins wandering america s roads homeless penniless hobo joined bridge wandering poet fellow soul road escape chasing detective cross border mexico live freedom country torn two warring factions mucker must join one side fight other facing treachery within ranks robbing banks facing savage local indians survive outlaw country summary joe denoia |
| 11671 |
11641 |
12321 |
Mark Twain: A Biography - Volume II |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Biography & Autobiography, Humor, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Until recently, this work has been considered the "go-to" bio of Mark Twain. Albert Bigelow Paine (July 10, 1861 – April 9, 1937) was an American author and biographer best known for his work with Mark Twain. This recording of Paine's exhaustive biography covers Twain's personal and literary life in detail, heretofore unapproached. - Summary by John Greenman and Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-a-biography-volume-2-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
recently work considered go to bio mark twain albert bigelow paine july 10 1861 april 9 1937 american author biographer best known work mark twain recording paine s exhaustive biography covers twain s personal literary life detail heretofore unapproached summary john greenman wikipedia p |
| 11672 |
11633 |
12313 |
Second Mrs. Tanqueray |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
Aubrey Tanqueray marries a woman with a past which he believes will not matter in society. "I know you think me a fool, Cayley—you needn't infer that I'm a coward into the bargain. No! I know what I'm doing, and I do it deliberately, defiantly. I'm alone; I injure no living soul by the step I'm going to take; and so you can't urge the one argument which might restrain me. Of course, I don't expect you to think compassionately, fairly even, of the woman whom I—whom I am drawn to— [] Thanks. I've heard you say that from forty till fifty a man is at heart either a stoic or a satyr. [] I am neither. I have a temperate, honourable affection for Mrs. Jarman. She has never met a man who has treated her well—I intend to treat her well. That's all. And in a few years, Cayley, if you've not quite forsaken me, I'll prove to you that it's possible to rear a life of happiness, of good repute, on a—miserable foundation." - Summary From the Play\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAubrey Tanqueray: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPaula Tanqueray, his wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nEllean Tanqueray, Aubrey's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nCayley Drummle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs. Cortelyon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nCaptain Hugh Ardale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nGordon Jayne, MD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nFrank Misquith, QC, MP: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nSir George Orreyed, Bart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nLady Orreyed: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMorse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11838">Jessie Percival</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-second-mrs-tanqueray-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
aubrey tanqueray marries woman past believes matter society i know think fool cayley you infer i m coward bargain no know i m doing deliberately defiantly i m alone injure living soul step i m going take can t urge one argument might restrain me course expect think compassionately fairly even woman i whom drawn to thanks i ve heard say forty till fifty man heart either stoic satyr neither temperate honourable affection mrs jarman never met man treated well i intend treat well that s all years cayley quite forsaken me i ll prove possible rear life happiness good repute a miserable foundation summary play br br cast list br aubrey tanqueray a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br paula tanqueray wife a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br ellean tanqueray aubrey s daughter a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br cayley drummle a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs cortelyon a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br captain hugh ardale a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br gordon jayne md a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br frank misquith qc mp a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br sir george orreyed bart a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lady orreyed a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br morse a href https librivox org reader 11838 jessie percival a br servant a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
| 11673 |
11634 |
12314 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 025 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-25-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 11674 |
11635 |
12315 |
Lady of the North Star |
Ottwell Binns |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A mysterious death. A wealthy beautiful young lady. Three men after her heart. Place this mixture in the snow bound northwest and you have the ingredients of a first rate mystery. (summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-of-the-north-star-by-ottwell-binns/ |
mysterious death wealthy beautiful young lady three men heart place mixture snow bound northwest ingredients first rate mystery summary richard kilmer |
| 11675 |
11636 |
12316 |
Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Fantasy Fiction |
<br />Alfred Burton, a smooth-talking salesman, is having a perfectly ordinary day on the job when he stumbles across a strange plant in an old house. What he doesn't realize is that the fruit of the plant, when eaten, will change not merely the entire course of his life, but in fact his very self. - Summary by Devorah Allen<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-double-life-of-mr-alfred-burton-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
br alfred burton smooth talking salesman perfectly ordinary day job stumbles across strange plant old house realize fruit plant eaten change merely entire course life fact self summary devorah allen br br |
| 11676 |
11637 |
12317 |
Portrait de Dorian Gray |
Oscar Wilde |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
"Le Portrait de Dorian Gray" fut écrit et publié par Oscar Wilde en 1890 et révisé en 1891. Touchant des sujets philosophiques et fantastiques, Wilde révèle le côté décadent de l'époque Victorienne, touchant même au Satanisme, avec le jeune Dorian Gray, qui rend son âme à un portrait de lui-même, afin de ne jamais vieillir. En effet, Dorian reste toujours jeune, mais peu à peu, il perd son innocence et sa compassion. La beauté de sa figure ne change pas, mais le portrait commence à montrer l'aspect hideux qui a enveloppé son âme. Horrifié, il cache ce portrait, qui chaque jour, devient de plus en plus monstrueux. L'auteur introduit des questions de moralité, beauté, jeunesse, et l'hédonisme. Plusieurs de critiques contemporains de Wilde ont jugé son roman "répugnant." Cependant, ce titre reste jusqu'à nos jours une des oeuvres plus lues et plus aimées de la littérature anglaise. Cette traduction fut écrite par Eugène Tardieu, et publiée en 1920. - Summary by Linda Olsen Fitak |
French |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/le-portrait-de-dorian-gray-by-oscar-wilde/ |
le portrait de dorian gray fut écrit et publié par oscar wilde en 1890 et révisé en 1891 touchant des sujets philosophiques et fantastiques wilde révèle le côté décadent de l époque victorienne touchant même au satanisme avec le jeune dorian gray qui rend son âme à un portrait de lui même afin de ne jamais vieillir en effet dorian reste toujours jeune mais peu à peu il perd son innocence et sa compassion la beauté de sa figure ne change pas mais le portrait commence à montrer l aspect hideux qui enveloppé son âme horrifié il cache ce portrait qui chaque jour devient de plus en plus monstrueux l auteur introduit des questions de moralité beauté jeunesse et l hédonisme plusieurs de critiques contemporains de wilde ont jugé son roman répugnant cependant ce titre reste jusqu à nos jours une des oeuvres plus lues et plus aimées de la littérature anglaise cette traduction fut écrite par eugène tardieu et publiée en 1920 summary linda olsen fitak |
| 11677 |
11638 |
12318 |
Bride of Lammermoor |
Sir Walter Scott |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
An historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, part of the Tales of My Landlord series, published anonymously in 1819. Based on a true story, it is set in south-east Scotland and (in this edition) in the reign of Queen Anne, after the 1707 Acts of Union which joined Scotland and England. It tells of a tragic love affair between young Lucy Ashton and Edgar Ravenswood, her family's enemy. Lady Ashton sets out to end their engagement and make Lucy marry a man better placed politically. - Summary by Gillian Hendrie |
English |
1819 |
https://librivox.org/the-bride-of-lammermoor-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
historical novel sir walter scott part tales landlord series published anonymously 1819 based true story set south east scotland in edition reign queen anne 1707 acts union joined scotland england tells tragic love affair young lucy ashton edgar ravenswood family s enemy lady ashton sets end engagement make lucy marry man better placed politically summary gillian hendrie |
| 11678 |
11639 |
12319 |
Humorous Readings and Recitations |
Leopold Wagner |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories |
Before radio, television, and electronic mass media, lectures, recitations, public readings, and other public performances were important ways of sharing new works with the public or attracting public attention to issues and authors of the time. Public performance was, in a sense, the internet of its day, as people sought to learn of the world around them, as well as entertain themselves.\nThis anthology of short humorous pieces was intended as a ready reference of material of all sorts to those who participated in public performance, whether professionally, or as part of a school or community program. The pieces themselves were intended to be read aloud, shared with, and appreciated by, an audience. This intent is not dissimilar to the mission of Librivox in the twenty-first century. \nThey were written by popular authors of the period, some of whose names are still well known in the twenty first-century, such as J. M. Barrie (Peter Pan), Lewis Carroll (Alice in Wonderland), W.S. Gilbert (HMS Pinafore) and W.M. Thackeray (Vanity Fair), as well as others whose popularity has waned. (DrPGould) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/humorous-readings-and-recitations-by-leopold-wagner/ |
radio television electronic mass media lectures recitations public readings public performances important ways sharing new works public attracting public attention issues authors time public performance was sense internet day people sought learn world around them well entertain themselves anthology short humorous pieces intended ready reference material sorts participated public performance whether professionally part school community program pieces intended read aloud shared with appreciated by audience intent dissimilar mission librivox twenty first century written popular authors period whose names still well known twenty first century j m barrie peter pan lewis carroll alice wonderland w s gilbert hms pinafore w m thackeray vanity fair well others whose popularity waned drpgould |
| 11679 |
11640 |
12320 |
War Stories for My Grandchildren |
John Watson Foster |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
After years of telling these stories to his grandchildren, Foster was prevailed on to write them down for future generations. Rather than rely on his memory, he conducted research for accuracy. He served as a colonel for the Union Army during the American Civil War and later went on to serve as U.S. Secretary of State under President Benjamin Harrison. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/war-stories-for-my-grandchildren-by-john-watson-foster/ |
years telling stories grandchildren foster prevailed write future generations rather rely memory conducted research accuracy served colonel union army american civil war later went serve u s secretary state president benjamin harrison summary lynne thompson |
| 11680 |
11642 |
12322 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 8: Great Rulers |
John Lord |
History , Political Science |
Volume 8 of the Beacon Lights of History focuses on the great rulers of the ages. In this work, Lord discusses Alfred the Great, Queen Elizabeth, Henry of Navarre, Gustavus Adolphus, Richelieu, Cromwell, Louis XIV, Louis XV, Peter the Great and Frederic the Great. ( KHand) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-8-by-john-lord/ |
volume 8 beacon lights history focuses great rulers ages work lord discusses alfred great queen elizabeth henry navarre gustavus adolphus richelieu cromwell louis xiv louis xv peter great frederic great khand p |
| 11681 |
11643 |
12323 |
Moods |
Louisa May Alcott |
Humorous Fiction |
"Life is a train of moods like a string of beads; and as we pass through them they prove to be many colored lenses, which paint the world their own hue,\nand each shows us only what lies in its own focus." Emerson. This quote opens the story of Sylvia, an intelligent and "unreasonable" 19th century young woman, who has to choose between the two men who love her. But every choice has consequences. This is the first serious book for adults by the author of the best-selling "Little Women". It is as lively and sharp. Perfect for the same fans, and for fans of George Eliot who wrote much about the same topics. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/moods-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
life train moods like string beads pass prove many colored lenses paint world hue shows us lies focus emerson quote opens story sylvia intelligent unreasonable 19th century young woman choose two men love her every choice consequences first serious book adults author best selling little women lively sharp perfect fans fans george eliot wrote much topics summary stav nisser |
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11644 |
12324 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. IX, No 4, April 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br>In June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-ix-no-4-april-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br in june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
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11645 |
12325 |
Place Of Burial In The South Of Scotland |
William Wordsworth |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem is part of the "Ecclesiastical Sonnets," writen by Wordsworth between 1821 - 22. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-place-of-burial-in-the-south-of-scotland-by-william-wordsworth/ |
poem part ecclesiastical sonnets writen wordsworth 1821 22 summary david lawrence |
| 11684 |
11646 |
12326 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 7: Part 1: Ali Pacha |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
Ali Tepeleni, Pacha of Janina, rose to power during the early 1800s in one of the Ottoman Empire’s most unruly territories (Albania). His ferocious imposition of will was limitless, earning him the sobriquet of “the Lion of Janina.” As the mauling and murder of innocents sustains the lion, so did it sustain Ali Pacha’s rule. Thus, the range of celebrated crimes that Dumas describes in this essay are as vast as Ali Pacha’s ambition – an ambition rooted in his mother’s callous advice that “success justified everything, and everything is permissible to him who has the power to do it.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-7-part-1-ali-pacha-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
ali tepeleni pacha janina rose power early 1800s one ottoman empire s unruly territories albania ferocious imposition limitless earning sobriquet the lion janina mauling murder innocents sustains lion sustain ali pacha s rule thus range celebrated crimes dumas describes essay vast ali pacha s ambition ambition rooted mother s callous advice success justified everything everything permissible power it summary jvanstan |
| 11685 |
11647 |
12327 |
Collection of Ballads |
Andrew Lang |
Ballads |
This is a collection of ballads, edited, with an introduction and notes by Andrew Lang. The ballads range widely in style, from the historic to the romantic, from the short to the epic, from Scotland to France. Some of the material is the fabric of well-known fairy-tales, others have a historical core, and again others are myths. In any case, every reader and listener should be able to find a poem in this collection that matches their particular style or mood. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/a-collection-of-ballads-by-andrew-lang/ |
collection ballads edited introduction notes andrew lang ballads range widely style historic romantic short epic scotland france material fabric well known fairy tales others historical core others myths case every reader listener able find poem collection matches particular style mood summary carolin |
| 11686 |
11648 |
12328 |
Songs Before Sunrise |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Poetry |
This is a collection of some particularly beautiful poems of Algernon Charles Swinburne. This collection is connected by the Italian theme, as Swinburne was inspired to write most of them after learning of the Italian struggle for unification. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/songs-before-sunrise-by-algernon-charles-swinburne/ |
collection particularly beautiful poems algernon charles swinburne collection connected italian theme swinburne inspired write learning italian struggle unification summary carolin |
| 11687 |
11649 |
12329 |
Ballads of Peace in War |
Michael Earls |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry by Michael Earls, a Jesuit priest, writer, poet, teacher, and administrator. This collection of poetry concerns war, in particular World War I. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ballads-of-peace-in-war-by-michael-earls/ |
collection poetry michael earls jesuit priest writer poet teacher administrator collection poetry concerns war particular world war i summary carolin |
| 11688 |
11650 |
12330 |
Stories in Grey |
Barry Pain |
Short Stories |
This is a collection of short stories by Barry Pain. Pain was well-known in his time for his supernatural and horror stories. This collection contains 15 interesting examples of his work. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/stories-in-grey-by-barry-pain/ |
collection short stories barry pain pain well known time supernatural horror stories collection contains 15 interesting examples work summary carolin |
| 11689 |
11651 |
12331 |
Three Dialogues |
Barry Pain |
|
Barry Pain is today best known for his ghost and horror stories, but he could also write some excellent social satire. This series of three dialogues follows a life cycle: the subject of the first little play is the birth of a girl, in the second dialogue, two people discuss the marriage of mutual friends, and a death of a distant relative stands in the center of the third dialogue. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/three-dialogues-by-barry-pain/ |
barry pain today best known ghost horror stories could also write excellent social satire series three dialogues follows life cycle subject first little play birth girl second dialogue two people discuss marriage mutual friends death distant relative stands center third dialogue summary carolin |
| 11690 |
11652 |
12332 |
Pagan Passions |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
'Adult' Science Fiction? Well, why not? Science Fiction deals imaginatively with odd and unsettling subjects, why not sex? In this novel, the The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece and Rome had returned to Earth—with all their awesome powers intact, and Earth was transformed almost overnight. War on any scale was outlawed, along with boom-and-bust economic cycles, and ...er... prudery—no change was more startling than the face of New York, where, for instance, the Empire State Building became the Tower of Zeus! Our hero, William Forrester is an acolyte of Athena, Goddess of Wisdom and therefore a teacher, but Maya Wilson, girl student, was a worshiper of Venus, Goddess of Love and she definitely has different ideas of what to do after class with your professor, especially in a world where prudery has been outlawed. Much dilly-dallying, spooning and downright shenanigans occur I am sad to say but the plot may thicken in the end. - Summary by Phil chenevert and the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pagan-passions-by-laurence-m-janifer/ |
adult science fiction well not science fiction deals imaginatively odd unsettling subjects sex novel gods goddesses ancient greece rome returned earth with awesome powers intact earth transformed almost overnight war scale outlawed along boom and bust economic cycles er prudery no change startling face new york where instance empire state building became tower zeus hero william forrester acolyte athena goddess wisdom therefore teacher maya wilson girl student worshiper venus goddess love definitely different ideas class professor especially world prudery outlawed much dilly dallying spooning downright shenanigans occur sad say plot may thicken end summary phil chenevert author |
| 11691 |
11653 |
12333 |
From Slave Cabin To Pulpit and Sketches Of Slave Life |
Peter Randolph |
Memoirs |
Peter Randolph was born a slave in 1825 (?), was freed before the American Civil War, and became a clergyman in the Baptist tradition, dying in 1897. This is his 1893 autobiography. The latter third of the book is a slightly edited re-publication of a pamphlet he published in 1855 (so before the Civil War) entitled “Sketches Of Slave Life." This recording omits chapter fourteen of "From Slave Cabin To Pulpit" because it is only a several-pages-long list of friends of the author with no narrative. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/from-slave-cabin-to-pulpit-sketches-of-slave-life-by-peter-randolph/ |
peter randolph born slave 1825 freed american civil war became clergyman baptist tradition dying 1897 1893 autobiography latter third book slightly edited re publication pamphlet published 1855 so civil war entitled sketches slave life recording omits chapter fourteen from slave cabin pulpit several pages long list friends author narrative |
| 11692 |
11654 |
12334 |
World’s Famous Orations, Vol. III: Great Britain - I |
William Jennings Bryan |
Political Science, Early Modern |
In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this third volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 710 AD with a speech on the Saints, and end this volume in 1777 with the realisation of the impossibility of regaining control over the American colonies. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-famous-orations-vol-iii-great-britain-i-by-william-jennings-bryan/ |
1906 william jennings bryan famous american orator francis whiting halsey published series famous orations time ordered geographic area time period ranging ancient greece contemporary united states third fourth fifth volumes collection concern british speakers speeches contained third volume ordered chronologically begin year 710 ad speech saints end volume 1777 realisation impossibility regaining control american colonies summary carolin |
| 11693 |
11655 |
12335 |
Three Lieutenants |
William Henry Giles Kingston |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
A few years have passed since the adventures of Terence, Jack, and Alick as midshipmen in the British Navy. They have each gone on their paths and climbed the ranks, and now is the time that they seek to get back into touch - particularly now that they each have a young relative under their wing. Naturally, the adventures of a Lieutenant can assume even greater magnitudes than those of a midshipman, and our friends throw themselves right into the middle of all adventures that are to be had. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-lieutenants-by-william-henry-giles-kingston/ |
years passed since adventures terence jack alick midshipmen british navy gone paths climbed ranks time seek get back touch particularly young relative wing naturally adventures lieutenant assume even greater magnitudes midshipman friends throw right middle adventures had summary carolin |
| 11694 |
11656 |
12336 |
Dog Heroes of Many Lands |
Sarah Noble Ives |
Animals & Nature |
Dogs are great, everyone knows that. And they can be heroes, too! This book brings together eleven dogs from around the world who have proven themselves heroes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/dog-heroes-of-many-lands-by-sarah-noble-ives/ |
dogs great everyone knows that heroes too book brings together eleven dogs around world proven heroes summary carolin |
| 11695 |
11657 |
12337 |
When the Holy Ghost Is Come |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
"The writer, Colonel Brengle, gives us not only of the fruit of an orderly and well-stored mind on the great subject before us, but— and this is the more important—he tells us of the actual work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of ordinary men and women. The Holy Spirit is our Helper. In the work of righteousness He is a Partner with us. In the life of faith and prayer He is our unwavering Prompter and Guide. In the submission of our wills to God and the chastening of our spirits He is the great Co-worker with us. In the bearing of burdens and the enduring of trial and sorrow He joins hands with us to lead us on. In the purifying of every power from the taint of sin He is our Sanctifier.<br><br>\n\nAll this is practical. It has to do with to-day—with every bit of to-day. In fact, so far from the sphere of the Holy Spirit being limited to the pulpit or the platform, or to the inward experiences of the religious life, He is just as truly and properly concerned with the affairs of the shop and the street, the nursery and the kitchen, the chamber of suffering and the home of penury, as with preaching the Gospel or healing the sick." (Summary from the Preface.) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/when-the-holy-ghost-is-come-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
the writer colonel brengle gives us fruit orderly well stored mind great subject us but important he tells us actual work holy spirit lives ordinary men women holy spirit helper work righteousness partner us life faith prayer unwavering prompter guide submission wills god chastening spirits great co worker us bearing burdens enduring trial sorrow joins hands us lead us on purifying every power taint sin sanctifier br br practical to day with every bit to day fact far sphere holy spirit limited pulpit platform inward experiences religious life truly properly concerned affairs shop street nursery kitchen chamber suffering home penury preaching gospel healing sick summary preface |
| 11696 |
11658 |
12338 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 5 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 5 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 7:25 - 8:43. However, St Cyril was working with a New Testament manuscript which did not include what we now refer to as John 7:53 - 8:11. (The Reader) |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-5-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 5 commentary st john s gospel covers john 7 25 8 43 however st cyril working new testament manuscript include refer john 7 53 8 11 the reader |
| 11697 |
11660 |
12340 |
Loves of Great Composers |
Gustav Kobbé |
Biography & Autobiography |
Gustav Kobbe was a German/US music critic who worked at the time of Liszt and Wagner in particular, and was clearly in the Wagnerian rather than the Brahms camp. His unusual style of writing and his strongly romantic take on the loves of these seven composers makes for entertaining listening, even though his facts and opinions may differ from more academic writers and biographers of these composers. Each composer occupies a section or chapter, with Wagner getting the fuller account in terms of length. In fact Gustav Kobbe claims he knew Liszt and Wagner as well as Cosima Wagner - so this must be quite original and authoritative. The 19C period and its atmosphere is conveyed by Kobbe's unusual sentence construction and reads more like story telling rather than a written work. ( Peter Thomlinson) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-loves-of-great-composers-by-gustav-kobbe/ |
gustav kobbe german us music critic worked time liszt wagner particular clearly wagnerian rather brahms camp unusual style writing strongly romantic take loves seven composers makes entertaining listening even though facts opinions may differ academic writers biographers composers composer occupies section chapter wagner getting fuller account terms length fact gustav kobbe claims knew liszt wagner well cosima wagner must quite original authoritative 19c period atmosphere conveyed kobbe s unusual sentence construction reads like story telling rather written work peter thomlinson |
| 11698 |
11661 |
12341 |
Human, All Too Human: A Book For Free Spirits, Part I |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Modern |
"Human, all-too-Human, is the monument of a crisis. It is entitled: 'A book for free spirits,' and almost every line in it represents a victory—in its pages I freed myself from everything foreign to my real nature. Idealism is foreign to me: the title says, 'Where you see ideal things, I see things which are only—human alas! all-too-human!' I know man better—the term 'free spirit' must here be understood in no other sense than this: a freed man, who has once more taken possession of himself." (Nietzsche; Ecce Homo, p. 75.) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/human-all-too-human-a-book-for-free-spirits-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
human all too human monument crisis entitled a book free spirits almost every line represents victory in pages freed everything foreign real nature idealism foreign me title says where see ideal things see things only human alas all too human know man better the term free spirit must understood sense this freed man taken possession himself nietzsche ecce homo p 75 |
| 11699 |
11662 |
12342 |
Man Obsessed |
Alan Edward Nourse |
Science Fiction |
Jeffrey Meyer had a killing on his mind. It meant nothing to him that his towering Twenty-first Century world was going mad. He shouldered aside the rising tide of narcotics-mania, the gambling fever, the insatiable lust for the irrational. Jeff had his own all-consuming obsession—Paul Conroe must die!\nAfter a five-year frenzied chase, Jeff had his victim cornered; he'd driven him into the last hideaway of the world's most desperate men—the sealed vaults of the human-vivisectionists. And Jeff knew that to reach his final horrible objective, he must offer himself also as a guinea pig for the secret experiments of the world's most feared physicians! (Summary from original text) |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/man-obsessed-by-alan-edward-nourse/ |
jeffrey meyer killing mind meant nothing towering twenty first century world going mad shouldered aside rising tide narcotics mania gambling fever insatiable lust irrational jeff all consuming obsession paul conroe must die five year frenzied chase jeff victim cornered he d driven last hideaway world s desperate men the sealed vaults human vivisectionists jeff knew reach final horrible objective must offer also guinea pig secret experiments world s feared physicians summary original text |
| 11700 |
11663 |
12343 |
Short Poetry Collection 176 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 27 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for January 2018 |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-176-by-various/ |
collection 27 poems read librivox volunteers january 2018 |
| 11701 |
11664 |
12344 |
Trains at Work |
Mary Elting Folsom |
General |
This is a wonderful children's book about trains, specifically those exciting steam engines that covered our country in the early 1900's. It describes what it was like to ride in them, work in them, repair them, fix the tracks, repair 'hot boxes' and lots of other interesting things about those glorious days when America traveled by train. So if you want to know what 'high balling ' it means, and what the job of a brakeman or an engineer was, listen to our LibriVox readers tell you all about it. This is a children's book, but if you like trains (and who doesn't?) you will enjoy this book. You will also learn the proper way to 'flag down' a train if the track ahead is broken and goodness knows, we all need to know that! "Sam is the fireman on a big freight locomotive. Like lots of people who work on trains, Sam belongs to a family of railroaders. His father was a locomotive engineer. His grandfather was one, too. And, long ago, grandmother was an “op.” That means she operated the fast-clicking telegraph key in a railroad station. Her telegraph messages helped to keep the trains running safely and on time.\nWhen Sam was a little boy, he listened to his father and grandfather talking railroad talk. They used all kinds of words that ordinary people didn’t understand. They had wonderful nicknames for each other, and slang words for many of the things they did." - Summary by Phil chenevert and the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/trains-at-work-by-brigham-henry-roberts/ |
wonderful children s book trains specifically exciting steam engines covered country early 1900 s describes like ride them work them repair them fix tracks repair hot boxes lots interesting things glorious days america traveled train want know high balling means job brakeman engineer was listen librivox readers tell it children s book like trains and doesn t enjoy book also learn proper way flag down train track ahead broken goodness knows need know that sam fireman big freight locomotive like lots people work trains sam belongs family railroaders father locomotive engineer grandfather one too and long ago grandmother op means operated fast clicking telegraph key railroad station telegraph messages helped keep trains running safely time sam little boy listened father grandfather talking railroad talk used kinds words ordinary people didn t understand wonderful nicknames other slang words many things did summary phil chenevert author |
| 11702 |
11665 |
12345 |
Folk-lore and Legends: Oriental |
Charles John Tibbits |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />The East is rich in Folklore, and the lorist is not troubled to discover material, but to select only that which it is best worth his while to preserve. The conditions under which the people live are most favourable to the preservation of the ancient legends, and the cultivation of the powers of narration fits the Oriental to present his stories in a more polished style than is usual in the Western countries. The reader of these tales will observe many points of similarity between them and the popular fictions of the West—similarity of thought and incident—and nothing, perhaps, speaks more eloquently the universal brotherhood of man than this oneness of folk-fiction. At the same time, the Tales of the East are unique, lighted up as they are by a gorgeous extravagance of imagination which never fails to attract and delight. - Summary by Charles John Tibbits <br /><br /> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/folk-lore-and-legends-oriental-by-charles-john-tibbits/ |
br the east rich folklore lorist troubled discover material select best worth preserve conditions people live favourable preservation ancient legends cultivation powers narration fits oriental present stories polished style usual western countries reader tales observe many points similarity popular fictions west similarity thought incident and nothing perhaps speaks eloquently universal brotherhood man oneness folk fiction time tales east unique lighted gorgeous extravagance imagination never fails attract delight summary charles john tibbits br br |
| 11703 |
11779 |
12462 |
To The Dead in the Graveyard Underneath My Window |
Adelaide Crapsey |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Her death was tragic. Full of the desire of life she yet was forced to go, leaving her work all unfinished. Her last year was spent in exile at \nSaranac Lake. From her window she looked down on the graveyard — "Trudeau's Garden," she called it, with grim-gay irony. from the forward to Verse, by Claude Bragdon - Summary by from the forward to Verse,by Claude Bragdon |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-dead-in-the-graveyard-underneath-my-window-by-adelaide-crapsey/ |
death tragic full desire life yet forced go leaving work unfinished last year spent exile saranac lake window looked graveyard trudeau s garden called it grim gay irony forward verse claude bragdon summary forward verse by claude bragdon |
| 11704 |
11666 |
12346 |
Folk-Lore and Legends: Scandinavian |
Charles John Tibbits |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
<br />Thanks to Thiele, to Hylten-Cavallius and Stephens, and to Asbjörnsen and Moe, Scandinavian Folklore is well to the front. Its treasures are many, and of much value. One may be almost sorry to find among them the originals of many of our English tales. Are we indebted to the folk of other nations for all our folk-tales? It would almost seem so.\n<br /><br />\nI have introduced into the present volume only one or two stories from the Prose Edda. Space would not allow me to give so much of the Edda as I could have wished.\n<br /><br />\nIn selecting and translating the matter for this volume, I have endeavoured to make the book such as would afford its readers a fair general view of the main features of the Folklore of the North. - Summary by Charles John Tibbits<br /><br /> |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/folk-lore-and-legends-scandinavian-by-charles-john-tibbits/ |
br thanks thiele hylten cavallius stephens asbjörnsen moe scandinavian folklore well front treasures many much value one may almost sorry find among originals many english tales indebted folk nations folk tales would almost seem so br br introduced present volume one two stories prose edda space would allow give much edda could wished br br selecting translating matter volume endeavoured make book would afford readers fair general view main features folklore north summary charles john tibbits br br |
| 11705 |
11667 |
12347 |
Five Children and It (version 4) |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
When four children (and their baby brother makes five) manage to uncover the long-dormant Psammead (in plain English, then, Sand-Fairy) in a gravel pit, they have the chance of one wish a day that lasts until sunset. But you should be careful what you wish for - as Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane find out! (Summary by James Pyle) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/five-children-and-it-by-e-nesbit-2/ |
four children and baby brother makes five manage uncover long dormant psammead in plain english then sand fairy gravel pit chance one wish day lasts sunset careful wish cyril anthea robert jane find out summary james pyle |
| 11706 |
11668 |
12348 |
Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 3: The Viaticum and Other Stories |
Guy de Maupassant |
General Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This is volume is a collection of 50 of de Maupassant's short stories. Summary by James K. White. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-vol3-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
volume collection 50 de maupassant s short stories summary james k white |
| 11707 |
11669 |
12349 |
17th- and 18th-Century Poems by Women |
Various |
Anthologies |
This class project is a collection of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century verse by women, focusing first on women as writers. It has been coordinated by the students' teacher, Tonya Howe. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/17th-and-18th-century-poems-by-women/ |
class project collection seventeenth eighteenth century verse women focusing first women writers coordinated students teacher tonya howe |
| 11708 |
11670 |
12350 |
Phaedon |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Philosophy |
Στο Φαίδων, ο Πλάτωνας μας παρουσιάζει τις συζητήσεις που έκανε ο Σωκράτης με μαθητές του πριν πιει το κώνειο και αφορούν φιλοσοφικά, ηθικά και ψυχολογικά ζητήματα - Summary by karampas1968 |
Greek |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/phaedon-by-plato/ |
στο φαίδων ο πλάτωνας μας παρουσιάζει τις συζητήσεις που έκανε ο σωκράτης με μαθητές του πριν πιει το κώνειο και αφορούν φιλοσοφικά ηθικά και ψυχολογικά ζητήματα summary karampas1968 |
| 11709 |
11671 |
12351 |
Pussycat Princess |
Edward Anthony |
Children's Fiction, Family Life |
This pussycat is out to have some adventurous fun in this enjoyable fairy tale for boys, girls and parents. Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-pussycat-princess-by-edward-anthony/ |
pussycat adventurous fun enjoyable fairy tale boys girls parents summary lynda marie neilson |
| 11710 |
11672 |
12352 |
Pride of Jennico |
Egerton Castle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
"The death of a patriarch, unexpected inheritance of a second son, dark and stormy castle, faithful retainers, scary governess who never speaks, star-crossed lovers -- I could go on, but that would involve spoilers! All you'd want and expect from a Gothic romance. One more thing -- real men do cry!"\n\n(summary by sylviamb) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-pride-of-jennico-by-egerton-castle/ |
the death patriarch unexpected inheritance second son dark stormy castle faithful retainers scary governess never speaks star crossed lovers could go on would involve spoilers want expect gothic romance one thing real men cry summary sylviamb |
| 11711 |
11673 |
12353 |
Bill & Doreen's Married Life |
C. J. Dennis |
Poetry, Romance |
"Bill & Doreen's Married Life (Selections from "Doreen")" is the sequel to "Bill & Doreen's Courtship" and "Bill & Doreen Get Hitched", the latter two being "Selections from 'The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke'".\n\n"The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" is a verse novel by Australian novelist and poet C. J. Dennis. The work was first published in book form in 1915 and sold over 60,000 copies in nine editions within the first year. A special pocket edition was even printed for the Australian soldiers in the trenches during the Great War.\n\n"The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke" tells the story of Bill, a larrikin of the Little Lonsdale Street push, who is introduced to a young woman by the name of Doreen. The book chronicles their courtship and marriage, detailing Bill's transformation from a violence-prone gang member to a contented husband and father. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/bill-doreens-married-life-by-c-j-dennis/ |
bill doreen s married life selections doreen sequel bill doreen s courtship bill doreen get hitched latter two selections the songs sentimental bloke the songs sentimental bloke verse novel australian novelist poet c j dennis work first published book form 1915 sold 60 000 copies nine editions within first year special pocket edition even printed australian soldiers trenches great war the songs sentimental bloke tells story bill larrikin little lonsdale street push introduced young woman name doreen book chronicles courtship marriage detailing bill s transformation violence prone gang member contented husband father summary wikipedia |
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11674 |
12354 |
Lady Jim of Curzon Street |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Faced with bankruptcy and trapped in an unhappy marriage, Lady Jim Kaims has to solve her problems alone. After every decent way fails her, and with no friend to assist, she resorts to committing crimes. Fergus Hume delves into the mind of an extremely clever criminal with humor, understanding and even compassion. This book is a roller coaster ride which would keep you guessing from start to finish. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/lady-jim-of-curzon-street-by-fergus-hume/ |
faced bankruptcy trapped unhappy marriage lady jim kaims solve problems alone every decent way fails her friend assist resorts committing crimes fergus hume delves mind extremely clever criminal humor understanding even compassion book roller coaster ride would keep guessing start finish summary stav nisser |
| 11713 |
11675 |
12355 |
Tales of the Uneasy |
Violet Hunt |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
Nine twisty-turny tales of tragic human drama, played out in Victorian parlors, death beds and lonely country roads. This collection of Violet Hunt writings has all the requirements for short story entertainment: flirtatious beauties, mismatched love, ''lung symptoms'', and cruel, cruel fate. Sometimes the horror has a ghostly source, but often the horror is rooted in our very human pathology. - Lisa Reichert |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-uneasy-by-violet-hunt/ |
nine twisty turny tales tragic human drama played victorian parlors death beds lonely country roads collection violet hunt writings requirements short story entertainment flirtatious beauties mismatched love lung symptoms cruel cruel fate sometimes horror ghostly source often horror rooted human pathology lisa reichert |
| 11714 |
11676 |
12356 |
Red Hand |
Arthur Machen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Two London gentlemen ponder the evolution of humankind as they investigate a modern-day murder committed with an ancient tool. - Summary by Wanda White |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-hand-by-arthur-machen/ |
two london gentlemen ponder evolution humankind investigate modern day murder committed ancient tool summary wanda white |
| 11715 |
11677 |
12357 |
Leben und Taten des scharfsinnigen Edlen Don Quixote von la Mancha, Band 1 |
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Genauso farbenfroh, lebensklug, amüsant und mitreißend wie zu seiner Enstehungszeit wirken die zeitlosen Abenteuer des selbsternannten Ritters Don Quijote und seines so unterschiedlichen Freundes Sancho Panza auf den modernen Leser. Dieser Meilenstein der Weltliteratur zieht immer wieder in den Bann, und ein ums andere Mal stellt sich heraus, dass dieser Irre, der da gegen Windmühlen statt gegen vermeintliche Riesen kämpft, dieser ewig scheiternde Idealist und Träumer, bisweilen der einzig vernünftige Mensch zu sein scheint, und all jene phantasiereichen, schillernden, bunten Erlebnisse reizen zum Lachen, zum Weinen und zum Nachdenken gleichermaßen. - Summary by Boris |
German |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/don-quixote-von-la-mancha-band-1-by-miguel-de-cervantes-saavedra/ |
genauso farbenfroh lebensklug amüsant und mitreißend wie zu seiner enstehungszeit wirken die zeitlosen abenteuer des selbsternannten ritters quijote und seines unterschiedlichen freundes sancho panza auf den modernen leser dieser meilenstein der weltliteratur zieht immer wieder den bann und ein ums andere mal stellt sich heraus dass dieser irre der da gegen windmühlen statt gegen vermeintliche riesen kämpft dieser ewig scheiternde idealist und träumer bisweilen der einzig vernünftige mensch zu sein scheint und jene phantasiereichen schillernden bunten erlebnisse reizen zum lachen zum weinen und zum nachdenken gleichermaßen summary boris |
| 11716 |
11678 |
12358 |
Good Stories for Great Birthdays |
Frances Jenkins Olcott |
General |
"Here are over 200 stories celebrating 23 great birthdays of patriot-founders and upbuilders of the Republics of both North and South America. In the stories are more than 75 historical characters, men, women, and children. The arrangement follows the school-year, beginning in October with Columbus." The stories included are to be read by or to children as an introduction to the biographies of many fascinating and important Americans. - Summary by From the Preface and by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/good-stories-for-great-birthdays-by-frances-jenkins-olcott/ |
here 200 stories celebrating 23 great birthdays patriot founders upbuilders republics north south america stories 75 historical characters men women children arrangement follows school year beginning october columbus stories included read children introduction biographies many fascinating important americans summary preface lynne thompson |
| 11717 |
11679 |
12359 |
War of the Worlds (Version 3) |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
No one would have believed, in the last years of the nineteenth century, that the Earth was being scrutinised and studied from across the gulf of space. With infinite complacency, humanity went about its little affairs, serene in its assurance of its empire over matter. It is possible that the micro-organisms we watch under a microscope, do the same. Few people gave thought to the idea of life on other planets, and none imagined that it could be so vastly superior in intellect to ourselves. No one considered the possibility of extra-terrestrial danger. Yet the eyes that regarded our planet were envious and unsympathetic, and slowly and surely drew their plans against us. (Cori Samuel, adapted from Chapter One.) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-of-the-worlds-version-3-by-h-g-wells/ |
one would believed last years nineteenth century earth scrutinised studied across gulf space infinite complacency humanity went little affairs serene assurance empire matter possible micro organisms watch microscope same people gave thought idea life planets none imagined could vastly superior intellect ourselves one considered possibility extra terrestrial danger yet eyes regarded planet envious unsympathetic slowly surely drew plans us cori samuel adapted chapter one |
| 11718 |
11680 |
12360 |
Life of Anthony (Version 2) |
Athanasius of Alexandria |
Christianity - Biographies |
The Life Of St. Anthony the Great. |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-anthony-by-athanasius-of-alexandria-2/ |
life st anthony great |
| 11719 |
11681 |
12362 |
Texas Matchmaker |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance, Westerns |
As a boy Andy Adams helped with the cattle and horses on the family farm. During the early 1880s he went to Texas, where he stayed for 10 years, spending much of that time driving cattle on the western trails.\n\nA Texas Matchmaker is a narrative that describes the work of a cowboy on a large southTexas ranch during the late 1800’s. Adams is considered to be one of foremost writers of the life of the real American cowboy. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/a-texas-matchmaker-by-andy-adams/ |
boy andy adams helped cattle horses family farm early 1880s went texas stayed 10 years spending much time driving cattle western trails texas matchmaker narrative describes work cowboy large southtexas ranch late 1800 s adams considered one foremost writers life real american cowboy summary richard kilmer |
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11682 |
12363 |
Spiders |
Cecil Warburton |
Nature |
The mental capacity of spiders; web architecture; spiders that live under water, even though they need air to breath; spiders that mimic ants; spiders that mimic bird droppings; cannibalism; odd spider mating rituals--these are just some of the topics in this lively book about the modes and habits of common spiders, written by a zoologist. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/spiders-by-cecil-warburton/ |
mental capacity spiders web architecture spiders live water even though need air breath spiders mimic ants spiders mimic bird droppings cannibalism odd spider mating rituals these topics lively book modes habits common spiders written zoologist summary sue anderson |
| 11721 |
11798 |
12482 |
Early Poems |
Henry Kendall |
Poetry |
This is a collection of early poetry by Australian poet Henry Kendall. The poems contained in this volume already reflect the particular style for which Kendall became famous later on: his poetry focussing on Australian nature. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/early-poems-by-henry-kendall/ |
collection early poetry australian poet henry kendall poems contained volume already reflect particular style kendall became famous later on poetry focussing australian nature summary carolin |
| 11722 |
11683 |
12364 |
No Quarter! |
Thomas Mayne Reid |
Action & Adventure |
There is no page in England’s history so bright, nor of which Englishmen have such reason to be proud, as that covering the period between 1640 and 1650. This glorious decade was ushered in by the election of the “Long Parliament,” and I challenge the annals of all nations, ancient or modern, to show an assembly in which sat a greater number of statesmen and patriots. Brave as pure, fearless in the discharge of their difficult and dangerous duties, they faltered not in the performance of them—shrank not from impeaching a traitor to his country, and bringing his head to the block, even when it carried a crown. True to their consciences, as to their constituencies, they left England a heritage of honour that for long haloed her escutcheon, and even to this hour throws its covering screen over many a deed of shame. (From the Prologue) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/no-quarter-by-thomas-mayne-reid/ |
page england s history bright englishmen reason proud covering period 1640 1650 glorious decade ushered election long parliament challenge annals nations ancient modern show assembly sat greater number statesmen patriots brave pure fearless discharge difficult dangerous duties faltered performance them shrank impeaching traitor country bringing head block even carried crown true consciences constituencies left england heritage honour long haloed escutcheon even hour throws covering screen many deed shame from prologue |
| 11723 |
11684 |
12365 |
Life |
Griffith Alexander |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"What is life?" we ask. "Just one darned thing after another," the cynic replies. Yes, a multiplicity of forces and interests, and each of them, even the disagreeable, may be of real help to us. It's good for a dog, says a shrewd philosopher, to be pestered with fleas; it keeps him from thinking too much about being a dog. - Summary by from the poem preface |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/life-by-griffith-alexander/ |
what life ask just one darned thing another cynic replies yes multiplicity forces interests them even disagreeable may real help us good dog says shrewd philosopher pestered fleas keeps thinking much dog summary poem preface |
| 11724 |
11685 |
12366 |
leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn - deel 4 |
Adriaan Loosjes Pzn. |
Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Na de beschrijving van de ideale Nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw (Maurits Lijnslager) en de ideale Nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw (Hillegonda Buisman) nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte Nederlander uit de 18de eeuw. Na deze drie kloeke boeken, en meer dan 100 luisteruren weten we eindelijk wat de identiteit was en is van de Nederlanders, Hollanders, Amsterdammers, Kaaskoppen of hoe je ze ook maar wilt noemen... Het zijn net mensen, dat waren ze en zullen ze tot in alle eeuwigheid blijven ... (Samenvatting door Marcel Coenders) <BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-1-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 1</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-2-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 2</a><BR><BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-3-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/">Link naar deel 3</a><BR><BR> |
Dutch |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/het-leven-van-johannes-wouter-blommesteyn-deel-4-by-adriaan-loosjes-pzn/ |
na de beschrijving van de ideale nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw maurits lijnslager en de ideale nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw hillegonda buisman nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte nederlander uit de 18de eeuw na deze drie kloeke boeken en meer dan 100 luisteruren weten eindelijk wat de identiteit en van de nederlanders hollanders amsterdammers kaaskoppen hoe je ze ook maar wilt noemen het zijn net mensen dat waren ze en zullen ze tot alle eeuwigheid blijven samenvatting door marcel coenders br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 1 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 1 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 2 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 2 a br br a href https librivox org het leven van johannes wouter blommesteyn deel 3 by adriaan loosjes pzn link naar deel 3 a br br |
| 11725 |
11686 |
12367 |
Ceres’ Runaway & Other Essays |
Alice Meynell |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League, She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." The Meynell's later converted to Roman Catholicism. These essays are very evocative for anyone who has, or wants to visit London, capturing the atmosphere of the late nineteenth century In "Ceres' Runaway," she covers topics ranging through travel, literature and children. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/ceres-runaway-other-essays-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven meynell s later converted roman catholicism essays evocative anyone has wants visit london capturing atmosphere late nineteenth century ceres runaway covers topics ranging travel literature children summary larry wilson |
| 11726 |
11687 |
12368 |
Story of the Atlantic Cable |
Sir Charles Bright |
Technology & Engineering |
The electric telegraph, together with the railway-train and the steamship, constituted the three most conspicuous features of late 19th century civilization. Indeed, it may be truly said that the harnessing electricity to the service of man for human communication has effected a change in political, commercial, and social relations, even more complete than that wrought by steam locomotion. This is the story of how the electric telegraph cable was laid across the floor of the Atlantic from Newfoundland to Ireland. - Summary by modified from the introduction |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-atlantic-cable-by-sir-charles-bright/ |
electric telegraph together railway train steamship constituted three conspicuous features late 19th century civilization indeed may truly said harnessing electricity service man human communication effected change political commercial social relations even complete wrought steam locomotion story electric telegraph cable laid across floor atlantic newfoundland ireland summary modified introduction |
| 11727 |
11694 |
12375 |
Narrative of an Expedition to the Shores of the Arctic Sea in 1846 and 1847 |
John Rae |
|
After the bizarre death of Thomas Simpson, Dr. John Rae was chosen to complete the survey of the Northwest Passage, linking the work of Simpson and Peter Dease with the previously known country to the east. Rae was recognized for his endurance and skill in wilderness travel, adopting the methods of the native peoples often eschewed by other European explorers. This is his report on the initial work in the years 1846-47. The final link was made to the surveys of Simpson and Dease several years later (1848-51). - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-an-expedition-to-the-shores-of-the-arctic-sea-in-1846-and-1847-by-john-rae/ |
bizarre death thomas simpson dr john rae chosen complete survey northwest passage linking work simpson peter dease previously known country east rae recognized endurance skill wilderness travel adopting methods native peoples often eschewed european explorers report initial work years 1846 47 final link made surveys simpson dease several years later 1848 51 summary fritz |
| 11728 |
11688 |
12369 |
Exchange of Souls |
Barry Pain |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
<br />Although only lightly known as an author of horror stories, Barry Pain departs from his typical themes with 'An Exchange of Souls'. In this novel, respected doctor Daniel Myas is a scientist who has developed a machine which allows for the exchange of his 'personality' with that of another. However when his attempt at 'exchanging souls' occurs with an individual very close to him, only a form of horror can be the result, and the reader is led down a path of deterioration and fear. Undoubtedly this novel, published in 1911, influenced H.P. Lovecraft’s tale of personality exchange in 'The Thing on the Doorstep', published in 1937. Pain's development of the theme of immortality by use of scientific methods proves quite difficult, and at the same time quite intriguing. What are the potential results when 'souls' are exchanged, particularly with those of the opposite sex? - Summary by Roger Melin<br /><br /> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/an-exchange-of-souls-by-barry-pain/ |
br although lightly known author horror stories barry pain departs typical themes an exchange souls novel respected doctor daniel myas scientist developed machine allows exchange personality another however attempt exchanging souls occurs individual close him form horror result reader led path deterioration fear undoubtedly novel published 1911 influenced h p lovecraft s tale personality exchange the thing doorstep published 1937 pain s development theme immortality use scientific methods proves quite difficult time quite intriguing potential results souls exchanged particularly opposite sex summary roger melin br br |
| 11729 |
11689 |
12370 |
Coin Of Edward VII |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
A family celebrates Christmas and its flaws are gently exposed by the house guest Mrs. Parry. Giles is engaged to the wealthy Daisy, yet is clearly in love with the governess Anne Denham. Things come to a head when Daisy is murdered. Who would murder her? Perhaps the governess who told her she would kill her and made it clear she wanted to exchange places with her? After all the governess ran away with a mysterious man right after the murder and was not seen again. Or did someone frame the governess? Perhaps it is Mr. Morley, Daisy's guardian, who wanted her money? Or perhaps someone else? After all, Daisy was not popular in the village. Giles, bent on saving the woman he loves, and the detective Mr. Steel go to investigate. This is a detective story in the traditional sense, but it is a host of other things. It is a very strong love story, a story about class and how it influences people's choices, a story about greed, and much more. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-coin-of-edward-vii-by-fergus-hume/ |
family celebrates christmas flaws gently exposed house guest mrs parry giles engaged wealthy daisy yet clearly love governess anne denham things come head daisy murdered would murder her perhaps governess told would kill made clear wanted exchange places her governess ran away mysterious man right murder seen again someone frame governess perhaps mr morley daisy s guardian wanted money perhaps someone else all daisy popular village giles bent saving woman loves detective mr steel go investigate detective story traditional sense host things strong love story story class influences people s choices story greed much more summary stav nisser |
| 11730 |
11690 |
12371 |
On Punning |
Theodore Hook |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Theodore Edward Hook was an English man of letters and composer and briefly a civil servant in Mauritius. He is best known for his practical jokes, particularly the Berners Street hoax in 1810. The world's first postcard was received by Hook in 1840, which he probably posted to himself. Here he gives a humorous look at homophones - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/on-punning-by-theodore-hook/ |
theodore edward hook english man letters composer briefly civil servant mauritius best known practical jokes particularly berners street hoax 1810 world s first postcard received hook 1840 probably posted himself gives humorous look homophones summary wikipedia |
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11691 |
12372 |
Goblins and Pagodas |
John Gould Fletcher |
Single author |
John Gould Fletcher (1886 – 1950) is considered by many literary scholars to be among the most innovative twentieth-century poets. He enjoyed an international reputation for much of his long career and earned the Pulitzer Prize in poetry in 1939. Fletcher lived in England from 1909 to 1932 and while in Europe he associated closely with Amy Lowell, Ezra Pound, and other Imagist poets. In addition to being an adherent of Imagism, which used free verse and was dedicated to replacing traditional poetics with new rhythms, concise use of language, and a concrete rather than symbolic treatment of subject, Fletcher also wrote poetry that drew from such varied sources as French Symbolism, Oriental art and philosophy, and music. \nThe 1st part of this book, "Ghosts of an Old House," evoke, out of the furniture and surroundings of a certain old house, emotions and childish terror which the poet had concerning them. In the "Symphonies," which form the second part of this volume, the poet narrates certain important phases of the emotional and intellectual development—in short, the life—of an artist. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/goblins-and-pagodas-by-john-gould-fletcher/ |
john gould fletcher 1886 1950 considered many literary scholars among innovative twentieth century poets enjoyed international reputation much long career earned pulitzer prize poetry 1939 fletcher lived england 1909 1932 europe associated closely amy lowell ezra pound imagist poets addition adherent imagism used free verse dedicated replacing traditional poetics new rhythms concise use language concrete rather symbolic treatment subject fletcher also wrote poetry drew varied sources french symbolism oriental art philosophy music 1st part book ghosts old house evoke furniture surroundings certain old house emotions childish terror poet concerning them symphonies form second part volume poet narrates certain important phases emotional intellectual development in short life of artist summary nemo |
| 11732 |
11692 |
12373 |
Tree of Heaven |
May Sinclair |
Literary Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
One of the most heart-breaking of all World War I novels, this family epic was written in the midst of the War itself, and shows the intense emotion generated in ordinary lives by that tragedy. May Sinclair astonishingly weaves multiple themes into her narrative, seamlessly drawing from the great movements of her day: suffrage, sexual liberation, artistic revolt, war, and pacifism. Her most powerful metaphor throughout the novel is that of the Vortex: the dangerously irresistible force of human masses, how to resist it and (much more difficult) how to participate in it without losing one’s individual autonomy. - Summary by Expatriate |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-tree-of-heaven-by-may-sinclair/ |
one heart breaking world war novels family epic written midst war itself shows intense emotion generated ordinary lives tragedy may sinclair astonishingly weaves multiple themes narrative seamlessly drawing great movements day suffrage sexual liberation artistic revolt war pacifism powerful metaphor throughout novel vortex dangerously irresistible force human masses resist much difficult participate without losing one s individual autonomy summary expatriate |
| 11733 |
11693 |
12374 |
Life Story of a Black Bear |
Harry Perry Robinson |
Animals & Nature |
This is the life story of a Black Bear in the western US, as told by the bear himself. He tells of the days when humans began to invade the territory where they and their ancestors had been kings for many eons. - Summary by philip chenevert |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-story-of-a-black-bear-by-harry-perry-robinson/ |
life story black bear western us told bear himself tells days humans began invade territory ancestors kings many eons summary philip chenevert |
| 11734 |
11717 |
12398 |
Arthur Wing Pinero, Playwright - A Study |
Hamilton Fyfe |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, Performing Arts |
A discussion about the life and works of the playwright Arthur Wing Pinero. The perfect accompaniment to the plays by Pinero available here at Librivox. (Refer to the etext for cast lists of plays - through 1901 - mentioned in the Section 12 Bibliography.) - Summary by ToddHW |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/arthur-wing-pinero-playwright-a-study-by-hamilton-fyfe/ |
discussion life works playwright arthur wing pinero perfect accompaniment plays pinero available librivox refer etext cast lists plays 1901 mentioned section 12 bibliography summary toddhw |
| 11735 |
11695 |
12376 |
On Virginity (De Virginitate) |
Saint Ambrose |
Christianity - Other |
One favorite topic of his was the excellence of virginity, and so successful was he in persuading maidens to adopt the religious profession that many a mother refused to permit her daughters to listen to his words. The saint was forced to refute the charge that he was depopulating the empire, by quaintly appealing to the young men as to whether any of them experienced any difficulty in finding wives. He contends, and the experience of ages sustains his contention (De Virg., vii) that the population increases in direct proportion to the esteem in which virginity is held. ( Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). \n<a href="https://archive.org/stream/V01CatholicEncyclopediaKOfC#page/n427/mode/2up">St. Ambrose</a>. Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.) |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/on-virginity-de-virginitate-by-saint-ambrose/ |
one favorite topic excellence virginity successful persuading maidens adopt religious profession many mother refused permit daughters listen words saint forced refute charge depopulating empire quaintly appealing young men whether experienced difficulty finding wives contends experience ages sustains contention de virg vii population increases direct proportion esteem virginity held herbermann charles ed 1913 a href https archive org stream v01catholicencyclopediakofc page n427 mode 2up st ambrose a catholic encyclopedia new york robert appleton company |
| 11736 |
11696 |
12377 |
Wayside and Woodland Trees: Pocket guide to the British Sylva |
Edward Step |
Nature, Reference |
"The purpose of this volume is not the addition of one more to the numerous treatises upon sylviculture or forestry, but to afford a straightforward means for the identification of our native trees and larger shrubs for the convenience of the rural rambler and Nature-lover. The list of British arborescent plants is a somewhat meagre one, but all that could be done in a pocket volume by way of supplementing it has been done—by adding some account of those exotics that have long been naturalized in our woods, and a few of more recent introduction that have already become conspicuous ornaments in many public and private parks." From the Preface - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/wayside-and-woodland-trees-pocket-guide-to-the-british-sylva-by-edward-step/ |
the purpose volume addition one numerous treatises upon sylviculture forestry afford straightforward means identification native trees larger shrubs convenience rural rambler nature lover list british arborescent plants somewhat meagre one could done pocket volume way supplementing done by adding account exotics long naturalized woods recent introduction already become conspicuous ornaments many public private parks preface summary khand |
| 11737 |
11697 |
12378 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 025 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 025: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-025-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 025 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 11738 |
11698 |
12379 |
Enterrado en Vida |
Arnold Bennett |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Arnold Bennett escribió Enterrado en vida después de su obra más conocida y seria, Cuento de viejas, y siempre la consideró como su novela más delirantemente divertida. Defensor del realismo ("En primer término, una novela debería parecer verdad. Y no puede parecer verdad si los personajes no parecen reales") y crítico con las novelas sensacionalistas decimonónicas, Enterrado en vida no deja de tener ciertas características de estas últimas (confusión de identidades, esposas secretas, románticas heroicidades) como un travieso y satírico guiño al lector avisado. Sin embargo, es la extraordinaria prosa de Bennett la que consigue que cualquier lector olvide el mundo que le rodea y, sin ningún esfuerzo, se encuentre paseando por el Londres de 1908 con el singular señor Priam Farll. Bennett convierte un simple paseo por High Street, una conversación con el estanquero, o una merienda en un salón de té, en escenas tan nítidas y reales, tan coloristas, que lo cotidiano se vuelve extraordinario. Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/enterrado-en-vida-by-arnold-bennett/ |
arnold bennett escribió enterrado en vida después de su obra más conocida seria cuento de viejas siempre la consideró como su novela más delirantemente divertida defensor del realismo en primer término una novela debería parecer verdad puede parecer verdad si los personajes parecen reales crítico con las novelas sensacionalistas decimonónicas enterrado en vida deja de tener ciertas características de estas últimas confusión de identidades esposas secretas románticas heroicidades como un travieso satírico guiño al lector avisado sin embargo es la extraordinaria prosa de bennett la que consigue que cualquier lector olvide el mundo que le rodea y sin ningún esfuerzo se encuentre paseando por el londres de 1908 con el singular señor priam farll bennett convierte un simple paseo por high street una conversación con el estanquero una merienda en un salón de té en escenas tan nítidas reales tan coloristas que lo cotidiano se vuelve extraordinario summary phileas fogg |
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11699 |
12380 |
Cabinet Minister |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays, Satire |
Mr. Pinero holds that farce should treat of probable people placed in possible circumstances, but regarded from a point of view which exaggerates their sentiments and magnifies their foibles. In this light it is permitted to this class of play, not only to deal with ridiculous incongruities of incident and character, but to satirise society, and to wring laughter from those possible distresses of life which might trace their origin to fallacies of feeling and extravagances of motive. - Summary by Introduction\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nRight Honorable Sir Julian Twombley, GCMG, MP (Secretary of State for the ____ Department): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLady Twombley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nBrooke Twombley (their son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nImogen (their daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nDowager Lady Countess of Drumdurris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nLady Euphemia Vibart (her daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEarl of Drumdurris (in the Guards): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11998">Scott Kelley</a><br>\nEgidia, Countess of Drumdurris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10303">Jael Baldwin</a><br>\nLady Macphail: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nSir Colin Macphail of Ballocheevin (her son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nValentine White (Lady Twombley's nephew): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nHonorable Mrs. Gaylustre (a young widow trading as Mauricette et Cie, 17A Plunkett Street, Mayfair: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nMr. Joseph Lebanon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMr. Melton (Sir Julian's Private Secretary): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nThe Munkittrick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMiss Munkittrick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nProbyn (a servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nAngele, a French nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-cabinet-minister-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
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11700 |
12381 |
Compilation de poèmes - 010 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. - Summary by Ezwa |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-010-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox summary ezwa |
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11701 |
12382 |
Life of Ludwig Van Beethoven, Vol. 1 |
Alexander Wheelock Thayer |
Biography & Autobiography, Music |
The first of three volumes of the first scholarly biography of Ludwig van Beethoven. Covers the years 1770-1802. - Summary by Zain Solinski |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-ludwig-van-beethoven-vol1-by-alexander-wheelock-thayer/ |
first three volumes first scholarly biography ludwig van beethoven covers years 1770 1802 summary zain solinski |
| 11742 |
11702 |
12383 |
Rock Frog |
Harriet Anna Cheever |
Animals & Nature |
The story of Ker-Chunk, the frog, and his friends on the Long Pond. How he became known as the Rock-Frog and was called Judge Ker-Chunk, due to the wisdom he dispensed to the froglings who came and visited his rock. his encounters with the large frog Boom-a-Room, and his encounters with nature are all told in a story designed for the child in all of us. - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-rock-frog-by-harriet-anna-cheever/ |
story ker chunk frog friends long pond became known rock frog called judge ker chunk due wisdom dispensed froglings came visited rock encounters large frog boom a room encounters nature told story designed child us summary drpgould |
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11718 |
12399 |
Running the Blockade |
Thomas E. Taylor |
War & Military |
The first-person experiences and adventures of blockade runner during the American civil war. - Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/running-the-blockade-by-thomas-e-taylor/ |
first person experiences adventures blockade runner american civil war summary delmar h dolbier p |
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11703 |
12384 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. IX, No 5, May 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." <br><br>In June 1900, “Birds and All Nature” was changed from “Birds and All Nature” to "Nature and Art" for a single issue (Vol VIII, No. 1). The title was changed again for the following issue in September 1900 to “Birds and Nature,” and this was kept through the remaining years of publication. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-ix-no-5-may-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature br br in june 1900 birds nature changed birds nature nature art single issue vol viii no 1 title changed following issue september 1900 birds nature kept remaining years publication summary j m smallheer |
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11704 |
12385 |
Autumn's Gold |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
George MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit and Madeleine L'Engle. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/autumns-gold-by-george-macdonald/ |
george macdonald scottish author poet christian minister pioneering figure field fantasy literature mentor fellow writer lewis carroll writings cited major literary influence many notable authors including w h auden c s lewis j r r tolkien walter de la mare e nesbit madeleine l engle summary wikipedia |
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11705 |
12386 |
Subjection Of Isabel Carnaby |
Ellen Thorneycroft Fowler |
Family Life |
This is a sequel to "Concerning Isabel Carnaby". Isabel and Paul Seaton are now happily married. This book tells about their trials and tribulations, their little son, and, of course, their love for each other. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-subjection-of-isabel-carnaby-by-ellen-thorneycroft-fowler/ |
sequel concerning isabel carnaby isabel paul seaton happily married book tells trials tribulations little son and course love other summary stav nisser |
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11706 |
12387 |
Challenge |
Louis Untermeyer |
Single author |
Louis Untermeyer introduced may students to poetry through his many collections that he edited. His own poetry ranges from inspirational to cynical. Challenge is his first collection of poems, mature, but reflecting many of his early struggles. The range from the deeply spiritual to the sentimental and social commentary. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/challenge-by-louis-untermeyer/ |
louis untermeyer introduced may students poetry many collections edited poetry ranges inspirational cynical challenge first collection poems mature reflecting many early struggles range deeply spiritual sentimental social commentary summary larry wilson |
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11707 |
12388 |
Choice Cookery |
Catherine Owen |
Cooking |
Choice cookery is not intended for households that have to study economy, except where economy is a relative term; where, perhaps, the housekeeper could easily spend a dollar for the materials of a luxury, but could not spare the four or five dollars a caterer would charge. <br></br>\n\nMany families enjoy giving little dinners, or otherwise exercising hospitality, but are debarred from doing so by the fact that anything beyond the ordinary daily fare has to be ordered in, or an expensive extra cook engaged. And although we may regret that hospitality should ever be dependent on fine cooking, we have to take things as they are. It is not every hostess who loves simplicity that dares to practise it.<br></br>\n\nIt was to help the women who wish to know at a glance what is newest and best in modern cookery that these chapters were written for Harper’s Bazar, and are now gathered into a book. It is hoped by the writer that the copious details and simplification of different matters will enable those who have already achieved success in the plainer branches of cookery to venture further, and realize for themselves that it is only the “first step that costs.” - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/choice-cookery-by-catherine-owen/ |
choice cookery intended households study economy except economy relative term where perhaps housekeeper could easily spend dollar materials luxury could spare four five dollars caterer would charge br br many families enjoy giving little dinners otherwise exercising hospitality debarred fact anything beyond ordinary daily fare ordered in expensive extra cook engaged although may regret hospitality ever dependent fine cooking take things are every hostess loves simplicity dares practise it br br help women wish know glance newest best modern cookery chapters written harper s bazar gathered book hoped writer copious details simplification different matters enable already achieved success plainer branches cookery venture further realize first step costs summary preface |
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11708 |
12389 |
Fausto |
Estanislao del Campo |
Published 1800 -1900, Narratives |
En este tradicional poema de la literatura gauchesca argentina, el gaucho Anastasio "el Pollo" se encontró con su amigo Laguna en el camino. Mientras sus caballos descansaban y se refrescaban, "Pollo" le reveló a Laguna que recientemente había visto al Diablo, mientras visitaba el teatro Colón en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires. Acompañado por varios tragos de ginebra, Laguna escuchó la historia de Fausto, experimentada por su amigo "Pollo". - Summary by mariemdover |
Spanish |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/fausto-by-estanislao-del-campo/ |
en este tradicional poema de la literatura gauchesca argentina el gaucho anastasio el pollo se encontró con su amigo laguna en el camino mientras sus caballos descansaban se refrescaban pollo le reveló laguna que recientemente había visto al diablo mientras visitaba el teatro colón en la ciudad de buenos aires acompañado por varios tragos de ginebra laguna escuchó la historia de fausto experimentada por su amigo pollo summary mariemdover |
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11709 |
12390 |
From the Easy Chair Vol. 2 |
George William Curtis |
Essays & Short Works |
The second volume of essays and observations From the Easy Chair of William Curtis, editor of Harper's Weekly and one of the founders of the American Republican party, and served Ulysses S. Grant; although he split from the party in the 1880s over the choice of presidential candidate. He was an original member of the New York Board of Education. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-easy-chair-vol-2-by-george-william-curtis/ |
second volume essays observations easy chair william curtis editor harper s weekly one founders american republican party served ulysses s grant although split party 1880s choice presidential candidate original member new york board education summary lynne thompson |
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11710 |
12391 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 01) - The Odyssey (Book 01) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Α - Θεῶν ἀγορά. Ἀθηνᾶς παραίνεσις πρὸς Τηλεμαχον. Μνηστήρων εὐωχία.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis recording concerns Book I. The Council of the Gods<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 1 : Conseil des Dieux. Exhortation de Minerve à Télémaque. Festin des Prétendants<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-1-of-the-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία α θεῶν ἀγορά ἀθηνᾶς παραίνεσις πρὸς τηλεμαχον μνηστήρων εὐωχία br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br recording concerns book i council gods br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 1 conseil des dieux exhortation de minerve à télémaque festin des prétendants br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br br |
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11711 |
12392 |
Clergymen Of The Church Of England |
Anthony Trollope |
Religion, Modern (19th C) |
This 1866 book was published in a time of great change in the Church of England. Trollope began as a High Church adherent and then worked his way to a Broad Church stance, a theological liberalism (toleration of belief and interpretation, regard for the individual conscience, a willingness to tolerate the ambiguity of finding truth in the extremes as well as the middle). This book deals with a crisis of faith and a crisis of structural form in the Victorian Church of England. It possesses all the interesting attributes of the novelist’s style. Note on the final chapter: John William Colenso (1814 – 1883) was a British mathematician, theologian, Biblical scholar and social activist, who was the first Church of England Bishop of Natal. His progressive views on biblical criticism and treatment of African natives were controversial. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/clergymen-of-the-church-of-england-by-anthony-trollope/ |
1866 book published time great change church england trollope began high church adherent worked way broad church stance theological liberalism toleration belief interpretation regard individual conscience willingness tolerate ambiguity finding truth extremes well middle book deals crisis faith crisis structural form victorian church england possesses interesting attributes novelist s style note final chapter john william colenso 1814 1883 british mathematician theologian biblical scholar social activist first church england bishop natal progressive views biblical criticism treatment african natives controversial summary david wales |
| 11753 |
11712 |
12393 |
Silver Bullet |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Dr. Jim Herrick and his friend Robin are on a walking tour in the English countryside when they come across a large house where all the lights in the house are on and all of the doors are open. While trying to find someone at home, they discover the body of Colonel Carr, dead from a gunshot wound. After reporting their discovery to the authorities, Dr. Jim decides he would investigate the murder. Suspects abound as the Colonel was an intensely disliked person. A classic “who done it” written by a well respected British mystery writer will hold the attention of a listener throughout the tale. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-bullet-by-fergus-hume/ |
dr jim herrick friend robin walking tour english countryside come across large house lights house doors open trying find someone home discover body colonel carr dead gunshot wound reporting discovery authorities dr jim decides would investigate murder suspects abound colonel intensely disliked person classic who done it written well respected british mystery writer hold attention listener throughout tale summary richard kilmer |
| 11754 |
11713 |
12394 |
Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians (Spartans) |
Xenophon |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Political Science |
The Polity of the Lacedaemonians talks about the laws and institutions created by Lycurgus, which train and develop Spartan citizens from birth to\n old age. It only because of Xenophon that we have most of our knowledge about the Spartans. Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens which may explain why he is so negative and sarcastic when describing the Athenian democracy. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C.. - Summary by The introduction and Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-polity-of-the-athenians-and-the-lacedaemonians-spartans-by-xenophon/ |
polity lacedaemonians talks laws institutions created lycurgus train develop spartan citizens birth old age xenophon knowledge spartans xenophon athenian born 431 b c pupil socrates marched spartans exiled athens may explain negative sarcastic describing athenian democracy sparta gave land property scillus lived many years move more settle corinth died 354 b c summary introduction phil chenevert |
| 11755 |
11714 |
12395 |
Love is the Best Doctor |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
Four most fashionable doctors are called in by Sganarelle to cure his daughter, but instead they argue about everything and Sganarelle is driven to the streets where he finds a quack and his daughter's disguised lover. \n\nMoliere: "This is only a slight impromptu, a simple pencil sketch, which it has pleased the King to have made into an entertainment. It is the most hastily composed of all those written by order of his Majesty; and when I say that it was sketched, written, learned, and acted in five days, I shall only be speaking the truth."\n\nThis is a spoken version, without the original songs and dances to the music of Lully. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nComedy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMusic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nThe Ballet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nSganarelle, father to Lucinde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nClitandre, in love with Lucinde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMonsieur Guillaume, dealer in hangings: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8882">Victor Villarraza</a><br>\nMonsieur Josse, goldsmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nMonsieur Tomes, a physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMonsieur Desfonandres, a physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMonsieur Macroton, a physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMonsieur Bahis, a physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nMonsieur Filerin, a physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Notary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nLucinde, Sganarelle's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11838">Jessie Percival</a><br>\nAminta, Sganarelle's neighbor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\nLucretia, Sganarelle's niece: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLisette, maid to Lucinde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nA Quack: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
18 |
https://librivox.org/love-is-the-best-doctor-by-moliere/ |
four fashionable doctors called sganarelle cure daughter instead argue everything sganarelle driven streets finds quack daughter s disguised lover moliere this slight impromptu simple pencil sketch pleased king made entertainment hastily composed written order majesty say sketched written learned acted five days shall speaking truth spoken version without original songs dances music lully summary toddhw br br cast list br comedy a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br music a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br ballet a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br sganarelle father lucinde a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br clitandre love lucinde a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br monsieur guillaume dealer hangings a href https librivox org reader 8882 victor villarraza a br monsieur josse goldsmith a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br monsieur tomes physician a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br monsieur desfonandres physician a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br monsieur macroton physician a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br monsieur bahis physician a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br monsieur filerin physician a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br notary a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br lucinde sganarelle s daughter a href https librivox org reader 11838 jessie percival a br aminta sganarelle s neighbor a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a br lucretia sganarelle s niece a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lisette maid lucinde a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br quack a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
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11715 |
12396 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 053 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include History--Jocelyn de Brakelond's 13th century chronicle of the Bury St. Edmund monastery, Lorenzo de Medici's Florence, the voyage of the Mayflower, and Mark Twain's essay Stirring Times in Austria; Philosophy--Kierkegaard and Leibniz; Speeches, Sermons, and Diary Entries from Abraham Lincoln, Robert Ingersoll, and Queen Victoria; Literature--a tribute to George Meredith and a critique of Mencken's The American Language; and Nature and the Natural World--George Mallory outlining the route to the summit of Mt. Everest, Newton's proof of the elliptical orbits of planets, native bees, pear tree blight, fruit soups, and a description of a grain of wheat.<br><br>Panegyric on Abraham was translated by Lee M. Hollander. (Summary by Sue Anderson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-053-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include history jocelyn de brakelond s 13th century chronicle bury st edmund monastery lorenzo de medici s florence voyage mayflower mark twain s essay stirring times austria philosophy kierkegaard leibniz speeches sermons diary entries abraham lincoln robert ingersoll queen victoria literature a tribute george meredith critique mencken s american language nature natural world george mallory outlining route summit mt everest newton s proof elliptical orbits planets native bees pear tree blight fruit soups description grain wheat br br panegyric abraham translated lee m hollander summary sue anderson |
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11716 |
12397 |
Origin and Development of Psychoanalysis |
Sigmund Freud |
Medical |
A series of lectures given in the USA by Freud in German, later translated into English - Summary by Peter Tucker |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-origin-and-development-of-psychoanalysis-by-sigmund-freud/ |
series lectures given usa freud german later translated english summary peter tucker |
| 11758 |
11719 |
12400 |
Refuge |
Archibald Lampman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Archibald Lampman FRSC was a Canadian poet. "He has been described as 'the Canadian Keats;' and he is perhaps the most outstanding exponent of the Canadian school of nature poets." The Canadian Encyclopedia says that he is "generally considered the finest of Canada's late 19th-century poets in English."\nLampman is classed as one of Canada's Confederation Poets, a group which also includes Charles G.D. Roberts, Bliss Carman, and Duncan Campbell Scott. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/refuge-by-archibald-lampman/ |
archibald lampman frsc canadian poet he described the canadian keats perhaps outstanding exponent canadian school nature poets canadian encyclopedia says generally considered finest canada s late 19th century poets english lampman classed one canada s confederation poets group also includes charles g d roberts bliss carman duncan campbell scott summary wikipedia |
| 11759 |
11720 |
12401 |
Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne |
Michael Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This Fortnightly Poem is taken from Underneath the Bough, A Book of Verses by Michael Field. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/triumph-of-bacchus-and-ariadne-by-michael-field/ |
fortnightly poem taken underneath bough book verses michael field summary david lawrence |
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11721 |
12402 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 061 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-061-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
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11722 |
12403 |
Song of the Guns |
Gilbert Frankau |
Single author |
"A Song of the Guns was written under what are probably the most remarkable conditions in which a poem has ever been composed. The author, who is now serving in Flanders, was present at the battle of Loos, and during a lull in the fighting--when the gunners, who had been sleepless for five nights, were resting like tired dogs under their guns--he jotted down the main theme of the poem. After the battle the artillery brigade to which he was attached was ordered to Ypres, and it was during the long trench warfare in this district, within sight of the ruined tower of Ypres Cathedral, that the poem was finally completed. The last three stanzas were written at midnight in Brigade Headquarters with the German shells screaming over into the ruined town." - Summary by Publisher's Note |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-song-of-the-guns-by-gilbert-frankau/ |
a song guns written probably remarkable conditions poem ever composed author serving flanders present battle loos lull fighting when gunners sleepless five nights resting like tired dogs guns he jotted main theme poem battle artillery brigade attached ordered ypres long trench warfare district within sight ruined tower ypres cathedral poem finally completed last three stanzas written midnight brigade headquarters german shells screaming ruined town summary publisher s note |
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11723 |
12404 |
Neighbors |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
The final story featuring the inhabitants of the growing township of Innisfield: Mrs Philura Pettibone’s story reaches its long-awaited conclusion and Miss Malvina’s life is changed forever by the arrival of various ”fur’ners”. Published in 1917, with America’s entry into the war in Europe imminent, the story dwells on friendships, the melting- pot of nationalities that make up the USA, and the personal struggle between pacifism and patriotism in wartime. While the writing keeps its gently ironic style for most of the time, it also features more serious and sometimes rather melodramatic themes. - Summary by Anne Fletcher<br /><br />\nBooks in the series:<br />\n1 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-transfiguration-of-miss-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Transfiguration of Miss Philura</a> <br />\n2 - <a href="https://librivox.org/miss-philuras-wedding-gown-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Miss Philura's Wedding Gown</a> <br />\n3 - <a href="https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-philura-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">The Heart of Philura</a> <br />\n4 - <a href="https://librivox.org/neighbors-by-florence-morse-kingsley/" target="_blank">Neighbors</a> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/neighbors-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
final story featuring inhabitants growing township innisfield mrs philura pettibone s story reaches long awaited conclusion miss malvina s life changed forever arrival various fur ners published 1917 america s entry war europe imminent story dwells friendships melting pot nationalities make usa personal struggle pacifism patriotism wartime writing keeps gently ironic style time also features serious sometimes rather melodramatic themes summary anne fletcher br br books series br 1 a href https librivox org the transfiguration of miss philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the transfiguration miss philura a br 2 a href https librivox org miss philuras wedding gown by florence morse kingsley target _blank miss philura s wedding gown a br 3 a href https librivox org the heart of philura by florence morse kingsley target _blank the heart philura a br 4 a href https librivox org neighbors by florence morse kingsley target _blank neighbors a |
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11724 |
12405 |
Selections from the Table Talk of Martin Luther |
Martin Luther |
Religion |
When Martin Luther promulgated his “95 Theses” 1n 1517, he probably did not envision the initiation of the historical division of the indivisible Church, beginning what we now know as the Protestant Reformation. For his opposition to such practices as indulgences and Papal infallibility, he was excommunicated by Pope Leo X, and later, at the Diet of Worms, was declared an outlaw of the state. Luther made use of the new printing technology of Gutenberg to disseminate his writings. \nThe first publication of his “Table Talk” (Colloquia Mensalia) was in 1566 arranged into 80 chapters. The complete work was published in Stuttgart and Leipzig in 1836 in the equivalent of 2,780 pages. Captain Henry Bell undertook the translation of these selections from the high German and published it in 1561. The topics are drawn from conversation with many of the great minds of Luther’s day and cover topics from The Word of God to Imperial Diets.\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-the-table-talk-of-martin-luther-by-martin-luther/ |
martin luther promulgated 95 theses 1n 1517 probably envision initiation historical division indivisible church beginning know protestant reformation opposition practices indulgences papal infallibility excommunicated pope leo x later diet worms declared outlaw state luther made use new printing technology gutenberg disseminate writings first publication table talk colloquia mensalia 1566 arranged 80 chapters complete work published stuttgart leipzig 1836 equivalent 2 780 pages captain henry bell undertook translation selections high german published 1561 topics drawn conversation many great minds luther s day cover topics word god imperial diets summary larry wilson |
| 11764 |
11725 |
12406 |
Dark Other |
Stanley G. Weinbaum |
General Fiction |
The Dark Other is a horror novel by Stanley G. Weinbaum. The novel concerns Patricia Lane who is in love with Nicholas Devine, a quiet and gentle writer. Devine undergoes sudden changes becoming cold and calculating. Frightened by this, Lane consults psychologist Dr. Carl Horker who rescues her from Devine. Devine again attacks Horker, and overcomes him. He is then shot by Lane and rushed to a hospital where a surprise is found. (Summary adapted from wikipedia) |
English |
1950 |
https://librivox.org/the-dark-other-by-stanley-g-weinbaum/ |
dark horror novel stanley g weinbaum novel concerns patricia lane love nicholas devine quiet gentle writer devine undergoes sudden changes becoming cold calculating frightened this lane consults psychologist dr carl horker rescues devine devine attacks horker overcomes him shot lane rushed hospital surprise found summary adapted wikipedia |
| 11765 |
11726 |
12407 |
New Hampshire - A Poem with Notes and Grace Notes |
Robert Frost |
Single author |
<i>New Hampshire</i> is a volume of poems written by Robert Frost, for which he received the Pulitzer Prize. The titular poem is the longest, and it has cross-references to 14 of the following poems. These are the "Notes" in the book title. The "Grace Notes" are the 30 final poems. Contained in this collection are some of Frost's best known works, such as "Fire and Ice", "Nothing Gold Can Stay", and "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening". (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/new-hampshire-a-poem-with-notes-and-grace-notes-by-robert-frost/ |
i new hampshire i volume poems written robert frost received pulitzer prize titular poem longest cross references 14 following poems notes book title grace notes 30 final poems contained collection frost s best known works fire ice nothing gold stay stopping woods snowy evening summary triciag |
| 11766 |
11727 |
12408 |
Volkssagen von Pommern und Rügen |
Jodocus Deodatus Hubertus Temme |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Sagen aus Pommern und Rügen, zusammengetragen von Jodocus Deodatus Hubertus Temme. Dabei handelt es sich meist um kurze Abschnitte über Orte, Personen oder Gegebenheiten aus Pommern und Rügen. Darüber hinaus gibt es einige Abschnitte, welche den abergläubischen Meinungen und Gebräuchen gewidmet sind. Im Vorwort wird auf den Zusammenhang zwischen Sagen und Geschichte und das enge Verhältnis zwischen Sage und Aberglaube hingewiesen. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/die-volkssagen-von-pommern-und-ruegen-by-jodocus-deodatus-hubertus-temme/ |
sagen aus pommern und rügen zusammengetragen von jodocus deodatus hubertus temme dabei handelt es sich meist um kurze abschnitte über orte personen oder gegebenheiten aus pommern und rügen darüber hinaus gibt es einige abschnitte welche den abergläubischen meinungen und gebräuchen gewidmet sind im vorwort wird auf den zusammenhang zwischen sagen und geschichte und das enge verhältnis zwischen sage und aberglaube hingewiesen summary lorda |
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11728 |
12409 |
Dark Ages, and Other Poems |
L. |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by a poet only going by the initial "L.". The poems are veried in tone and subject, set in different parts of the British Isles and Europe. Most of them have a historic background, though set several centuries after the titular "Dark Ages". - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-dark-ages-and-other-poems-by-l/ |
volume poetry poet going initial l poems veried tone subject set different parts british isles europe historic background though set several centuries titular dark ages summary carolin |
| 11768 |
11729 |
12410 |
Songs of the Sea and Lays of the Land |
Charles Godfrey Leland |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Charles Godfrey Leland. The first half of this volume is taken up by the Songs of the Sea, with rather romantic songs about seafaring, mermaids, and adventures, and the second half of the volume contains the Lays of the Land, with poems focused on the things a seaman may encounter when he enters a port. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-the-sea-and-lays-of-the-land-by-charles-godfrey-leland/ |
volume poetry charles godfrey leland first half volume taken songs sea rather romantic songs seafaring mermaids adventures second half volume contains lays land poems focused things seaman may encounter enters port summary carolin |
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11730 |
12411 |
Life and Adventures of Chanticleer, the intelligent Rooster. An interesting Story in Verse for Children |
Unknown |
Poetry |
This is, as the title already describes, the rhymed story of Chanticleer the Rooster, and his adventures. Follow the bird through his youth and school years, on a journey, through adventures, becoming a father and a family man and eventually a grandfather. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-chanticleer-the-intelligent-rooster-by-unknown/ |
is title already describes rhymed story chanticleer rooster adventures follow bird youth school years journey adventures becoming father family man eventually grandfather summary carolin |
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11731 |
12412 |
Wolves of the Sea and other Poems |
Herbert Bashford |
Poetry |
This is a little volume of poetry by Herbert Bashford. The subjects and style of the poems are varied, but most share a dark tone. The titular Sea appears in many of the poems as well, connecting the poems in this volume to one another. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-wolves-of-the-sea-and-other-poems-by-herbert-bashford/ |
little volume poetry herbert bashford subjects style poems varied share dark tone titular sea appears many poems well connecting poems volume one another summary carolin |
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11732 |
12413 |
Book of Twenty-four Sonnets |
Laurens Maynard |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 24 sonnets by Laurens Maynard. This rather unknown poet brings many classical themes into this volume, with biblical figures beginning the circle and then in somewhat chronological order arriving in the poet's present day (1894) life. All readers should find a sonnet to their tastes in this collection. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-twenty-four-sonnets-by-laurens-maynard/ |
collection 24 sonnets laurens maynard rather unknown poet brings many classical themes volume biblical figures beginning circle somewhat chronological order arriving poet s present day 1894 life readers find sonnet tastes collection summary carolin |
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11733 |
12414 |
Wilderness Babies |
Julia Augusta Schwartz |
Science |
This book tells the stories of some of the baby mammals of the wilderness,—how they grow and learn day by day to take care of themselves. In hollow trees or down under water among the lily leaves, in the cool sea or on the rugged mountains, on the grassy plains or among the waving tree-tops, in the dark caves and burrows or hidden in the tangles underfoot,—all the world is alive with young creatures. - Summary by introduction |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/wilderness-babies-by-julia-augusta-schwartz/ |
book tells stories baby mammals wilderness how grow learn day day take care themselves hollow trees water among lily leaves cool sea rugged mountains grassy plains among waving tree tops dark caves burrows hidden tangles underfoot all world alive young creatures summary introduction |
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11734 |
12415 |
Darnley |
George Payne Rainsford James |
Historical Fiction |
A stranger rides across the Kentish countryside when his attention is called to a cottage where violence is being done to an elderly couple. The knight, for such he appears to be, rushes to their aid. Soon after, the strange and prophetic Sir Cesar appears on the scene and foretells of danger ahead. We follow this knight as he encounters an evil landowner; the good and faithful Longpole, son of the elderly couple; the beneficent Duke of Buckingham--or is he a traitor?; and the coquettish Lady Katrine. He is reunited with his kindly but naif old tutor and a childhood companion, now grown into the beautiful Lady Constance. How will each help or hinder him in obtaining his goal of an audience with King Henry VIII and gaining back his ancestral home for his disgraced father and himself? A tale spanning the courts of Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France, the climax comes at the famous meeting between the two monarchs on 'the Field of the Cloth of Gold'.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/darnley-by-george-payne-rainsford-james/ |
stranger rides across kentish countryside attention called cottage violence done elderly couple knight appears be rushes aid soon after strange prophetic sir cesar appears scene foretells danger ahead follow knight encounters evil landowner good faithful longpole son elderly couple beneficent duke buckingham or traitor coquettish lady katrine reunited kindly naif old tutor childhood companion grown beautiful lady constance help hinder obtaining goal audience king henry viii gaining back ancestral home disgraced father himself tale spanning courts henry viii england francis france climax comes famous meeting two monarchs the field cloth gold lynne thompson |
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11735 |
12416 |
History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century, Volume 2 |
Jean-Henri Merle d'Aubigné |
*Non-fiction |
The History of the Reformation in the Sixteenth Century, by Jean-Henri Merle d’Aubigné, is a classic work on the great events that re-opened the Christian gospel to a needy world. The author was a Swiss Protestant pastor. He was also a historian with a great understanding of the Bible, along with a broad and deep knowledge of the Reformation.<br><br>D’Aubigné tells the story of outstanding people who had a love for God and his word, and who dared to present biblical truths which had been obscured for centuries. The book has helped and encouraged Christians through difficult times, and given them an understanding of the background from which our freedom in the faith has come.<br><br>This great work is made up of five volumes. The first volume covered the early days, including the call of Martin Luther – first, from Erfurt University with the prospect of becoming a well-paid lawyer, to become a poor monk. And then, from an obscure monastery, his call to centre stage in world history. One day, while studying in the university library, he had taken down from the shelf a volume that caught his interest. It was a Bible! He was astonished to find in this volume so much more than the fragments of gospels and epistles that were selected for public reading in churches. And it was this discovery, in a dusty university library, of a complete copy of the inspired book from which those readings came, that changed the course of history.<br><br>\nLuther’s story continues in Volume 2, in which we are also introduced to the Swiss reformer, Zwingli. Volume 2 comprises four books which are: Book 5 – The Discussion of Leipsic, 1519; Book 6 – The Bull of Rome, 1520; Book 7 – The Diet of Worms, 1521 (January - May); Book 8 – The Swiss (1484-1522).Summary by Christopher Smith. |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-reformation-vol-2-by-jean-henri-merle-daubigne/ |
history reformation sixteenth century jean henri merle d aubigné classic work great events re opened christian gospel needy world author swiss protestant pastor also historian great understanding bible along broad deep knowledge reformation br br d aubigné tells story outstanding people love god word dared present biblical truths obscured centuries book helped encouraged christians difficult times given understanding background freedom faith come br br this great work made five volumes first volume covered early days including call martin luther first erfurt university prospect becoming well paid lawyer become poor monk then obscure monastery call centre stage world history one day studying university library taken shelf volume caught interest bible astonished find volume much fragments gospels epistles selected public reading churches discovery dusty university library complete copy inspired book readings came changed course history br br luther s story continues volume 2 also introduced swiss reformer zwingli volume 2 comprises four books are book 5 discussion leipsic 1519 book 6 bull rome 1520 book 7 diet worms 1521 january may book 8 swiss 1484 1522 summary christopher smith |
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12417 |
My Strange Rescue |
James Macdonald Oxley |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
An anthology of short stories, anecdotes and observations of sport and adventure in Canada. Tobogganing, snowshoeing , ice skating and hockey all feature, along with other cold-weather pursuits. |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/my-strange-rescue-by-james-macdonald-oxley/ |
anthology short stories anecdotes observations sport adventure canada tobogganing snowshoeing ice skating hockey feature along cold weather pursuits |
| 11776 |
11737 |
12418 |
Prisoner of the Mill |
Harry Hazelton |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Subtitled "Captain Hayward's Body Guard”. An adventure story for boys. |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/prisoner-of-the-mill-by-harry-hazelton/ |
subtitled captain hayward s body guard adventure story boys |
| 11777 |
11738 |
12419 |
Perfumes and their Preparation |
George William Askinson |
*Non-fiction |
Most of us take for granted the sense of smell. It gives pleasure, warning, anticipation and a sense of nostalgia. People have used perfumes since the days of Ancient Persia and Egypt in order to improve their personal smell. In this work, Askinson traces the history of perfumery and gives us an overview of the sources of perfumes and how they are manipulated to enhance our lives. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/perfumes-and-their-preparation-by-george-william-askinson/ |
us take granted sense smell gives pleasure warning anticipation sense nostalgia people used perfumes since days ancient persia egypt order improve personal smell work askinson traces history perfumery gives us overview sources perfumes manipulated enhance lives summary lynne thompson |
| 11778 |
11739 |
12420 |
Mill Mystery |
Anna Katharine Green |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
In the quiet New England village of S--, a young and beloved minister is found dead, ignominiously drowned in a dye vat in a dilapidated mill. Almost immediately, rumors of suicide begin to circulate. But was it suicide? How could a devout man of the cloth come to believe life was hopeless? The young woman to whom he was secretly engaged is adamant that it could not be. When this young woman tragically dies on the same day as her lover, it is left to her roommate Constance Sterling, a young woman without family or prospects, to determine the truth. (Summary by Jacquerie) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-mill-mystery-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
quiet new england village s young beloved minister found dead ignominiously drowned dye vat dilapidated mill almost immediately rumors suicide begin circulate suicide could devout man cloth come believe life hopeless young woman secretly engaged adamant could be young woman tragically dies day lover left roommate constance sterling young woman without family prospects determine truth summary jacquerie |
| 11779 |
11740 |
12421 |
''Frost To-Night'' |
Edith M. Thomas |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Edith Matilda Thomas (August 12, 1854 – September 13, 1925) was an American poet who "was one of the first poets to capture successfully the excitement of the modern city."\nThis poem taken from the The Little Book of Modern Verse. 1917.; Jessie B. Rittenhouse, ed. (1869–1948) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/frost-to-night-by-edith-m-thomas/ |
edith matilda thomas august 12 1854 september 13 1925 american poet was one first poets capture successfully excitement modern city poem taken little book modern verse 1917 jessie b rittenhouse ed 1869 1948 summary wikipedia |
| 11780 |
11741 |
12422 |
Irradiations; Sand and Spray |
John Gould Fletcher |
Single author |
Irradiations; Sand and Spray, is the first book of poetry by John Gould Fletcher, published in 1915. Mr Fletcher was part of a group of poets known as imagist poets, which included Amy Lowell and Ezra Pound. Ezra Pound commended Fletcher for the individuality of rhythm in this, his first volume of poems. Fletcher describes his views on the rhythm of poetry as thus: “I maintain that poetry is capable of as many gradations in cadence as music is in time.” - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/irradiations-sand-and-spray-by-john-gould-fletcher/ |
irradiations sand spray first book poetry john gould fletcher published 1915 mr fletcher part group poets known imagist poets included amy lowell ezra pound ezra pound commended fletcher individuality rhythm this first volume poems fletcher describes views rhythm poetry thus i maintain poetry capable many gradations cadence music time summary nemo |
| 11781 |
11742 |
12423 |
Seen and the Unseen |
Richard Marsh |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Is it true that people can literally be scared to death ? Is it possible to photograph astral projections ? What happens if you play with a pack of cards which belonged to a dead card-trickster ? \n\nThese and more questions are raised and answered in ''The Seen and the Unseen'' (first published in 1900), a collection of twelve short stories of a supernatural and uncanny nature by English author Richard Marsh (1857-1915), famous for such mystery/horror novels as ''The Beetle'' and ''The Goddess: A Demon''.\n\nSo if you feel you are ready for some goosebumps before bedtime, snuggle up and have a listen. - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-seen-and-the-unseen-by-richard-marsh/ |
true people literally scared death possible photograph astral projections happens play pack cards belonged dead card trickster questions raised answered the seen unseen first published 1900 collection twelve short stories supernatural uncanny nature english author richard marsh 1857 1915 famous mystery horror novels the beetle the goddess demon feel ready goosebumps bedtime snuggle listen summary sonia |
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11743 |
12424 |
King and Baronage (A.D. 1135-1327) |
William Holden Hutton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Law |
William Holden Hutton (1860-1930) was a British historian and Dean of Winchester Cathedral. In this slim volume, Hutton writes of the long period of feudal anarchy following the death of King Henry I in 1135, during which Henry's implacable daughter, Mathilda, battled the ineffectual King Stephen. Hutton then describes the turbulent reign of the great King Henry II, the reigns of Kings Richard, John, Henry III, and of the first two Edwards, rulers who whether weak or strong, rigid or resourceful, were grimly opposed by their powerful barons. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/king-and-baronage-by-william-holden-hutton/ |
william holden hutton 1860 1930 british historian dean winchester cathedral slim volume hutton writes long period feudal anarchy following death king henry 1135 henry s implacable daughter mathilda battled ineffectual king stephen hutton describes turbulent reign great king henry ii reigns kings richard john henry iii first two edwards rulers whether weak strong rigid resourceful grimly opposed powerful barons summary pamela nagami |
| 11783 |
11744 |
12425 |
Guest of Quesnay |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction |
This is the story of two young American painters residing in Paris in a moderate way. Others are more flamboyant than them, for example Larrabee Harman, whose life is one continuous scandal, one of which involved the cousin of one of the painters. Observing him one evening on the Boulevard in the company of a famous dancer, the next day we meet him again: Victim of a car accident, carried to the hospital, not expected to live. But his life is tied to the lives of the two painters in odd ways... - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-guest-of-quesnay-by-booth-tarkington/ |
story two young american painters residing paris moderate way others flamboyant them example larrabee harman whose life one continuous scandal one involved cousin one painters observing one evening boulevard company famous dancer next day meet again victim car accident carried hospital expected live life tied lives two painters odd ways summary carolin |
| 11784 |
11745 |
12426 |
Master of the Vineyard |
Myrtle Reed |
Romance |
"Why don't you sell the vineyard?" she asked, though her heart sank at the mere suggestion.\n\n"Sell it? Why didn't the Ancient Mariner sell his albatross and take a nice little trip around the world on the proceeds? Mother would die of a broken heart if I mentioned it to her. The Marsh family have been the slaves of that vineyard since the first mistaken ancestor went into the grape business. We've fertilised it, pruned it, protected it, tied it up, sat up nights with it, fanned the insects away from it, hired people to pick the fruit and pack it, fed the people, entertained them, sent presents to their wives and children—we've done everything! And what have we had for it? Only a very moderate living, all the grapes we could eat, and a few bottles of musty old wine.\n\n"Mother, of course, has very little to do with it, and, to her, it has come to represent some sort of entailed possession that becomes more sacred every year. It's a family heirloom, like a title, or some very old and valuable piece of jewelry. Other people have family plate and family traditions, but we've got a vineyard, or, to speak more truthfully, it has us." |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/master-of-the-vineyard-by-myrtle-reed/ |
why sell vineyard asked though heart sank mere suggestion sell it ancient mariner sell albatross take nice little trip around world proceeds mother would die broken heart mentioned her marsh family slaves vineyard since first mistaken ancestor went grape business we ve fertilised it pruned it protected it tied up sat nights it fanned insects away it hired people pick fruit pack it fed people entertained them sent presents wives children we ve done everything it moderate living grapes could eat bottles musty old wine mother course little it and her come represent sort entailed possession becomes sacred every year family heirloom like title old valuable piece jewelry people family plate family traditions we ve got vineyard or speak truthfully us |
| 11785 |
11746 |
12427 |
Bonne-Marie, a Tale of Normandy and Paris |
Henry Gréville |
Romance |
Bonne-Marie, Henry Gréville’s last work, will no doubt create a sensation, such is its freshness, beauty, and delicacy. It is the story of a young girl, the daughter of a smuggler in Normandy, on the coast of France. Having been educated in a Convent, at Cherbourg, she returns from school where her father had placed her, and struggles in spite of her discontent to do her duty in her humble home. She turns a deaf ear to a lover’s pleading, and when her father is killed in a fray with the Coast-Guard, she leaves her home and goes to Paris to seek her fortune. The tale of her struggles with poverty, of her debut as a singer in one of the celebrated Cafés – where, after a great success, she loses her heart to an artist, is simply, powerfully and most pathetically told. What happens after we must leave the readers of this charming volume to discover for themselves, all of which is beautifully sketched, and the story from beginning to end is pure, fresh and breezy. Mrs. Sherwood’s English in this translation is beyond all praise – it flows freely on from beginning to end. - Summary by the Publisher |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/bonne-marie-a-tale-of-normandy-and-paris-by-henry-greville/ |
bonne marie henry gréville s last work doubt create sensation freshness beauty delicacy story young girl daughter smuggler normandy coast france educated convent cherbourg returns school father placed her struggles spite discontent duty humble home turns deaf ear lover s pleading father killed fray coast guard leaves home goes paris seek fortune tale struggles poverty debut singer one celebrated cafés where great success loses heart artist simply powerfully pathetically told happens must leave readers charming volume discover themselves beautifully sketched story beginning end pure fresh breezy mrs sherwood s english translation beyond praise flows freely beginning end summary publisher |
| 11786 |
11747 |
12428 |
More About Pixie |
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey |
Family |
Pixie is older, her world becomes wider. The stories of her sister Bridgie and her brother Jack emerge, and also that of an intriguing neighbor, Miss Sylvia Trevor. (Summary by Judi Mason) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/more-about-pixie-by-mrs-george-de-horne-vaizey/ |
pixie older world becomes wider stories sister bridgie brother jack emerge also intriguing neighbor miss sylvia trevor summary judi mason |
| 11787 |
11757 |
12439 |
Favorite Fairy Tales |
Logan Marshall |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of the fairy tales that children love best, told in simple language and lavishly illustrated. They are written by various authors, a selection of the best and most popular fairy stories, culled from many sources and here collected and presented in most attractive form, printed in large clear type, with many pictures, some of them colored. (Summary from the book)<br><br>Read along and view the illustrations at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20748"> Project Gutenberg</a><br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/favorite-fairy-tales-by-logan-marshall/ |
collection fairy tales children love best told simple language lavishly illustrated written various authors selection best popular fairy stories culled many sources collected presented attractive form printed large clear type many pictures colored summary book br br read along view illustrations a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 20748 project gutenberg a br br |
| 11788 |
11748 |
12429 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 10. October 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the October Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>The Enchanted Mesa, by F. W. Hodge</li>\n <li>Electric Street Railways, by John Hyde</li>\n <li>Geographical Research in the United States, by Gardiner G. Hubbard and Marcus Baker</li>\n <li>A Brief Account of the Geographic Work of the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, by T.C. Mendenhall and Otto H. Tittmann</li>\n <li>United States Daily Atmospheric Survey, by Willis L. Moore</li>\n <li>Geographic Notes, by John Hyde</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-10-october-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly october number br includes following articles br br ul li the enchanted mesa f w hodge li li electric street railways john hyde li li geographical research united states gardiner g hubbard marcus baker li li a brief account geographic work u s coast geodetic survey t c mendenhall otto h tittmann li li united states daily atmospheric survey willis l moore li li geographic notes john hyde li ul br br |
| 11789 |
11749 |
12430 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 032 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 032: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-032-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 032 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 11790 |
11750 |
12431 |
Some Articles About Mark Twain |
Sarah Knowles Bolton |
Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works, Humor |
<b>"Samuel Langhorne Clemens", "Mark Twain At Home", "Youth of Mark Twain" & "Mark Twain Gossip"</b></p>\n\nPublished in the June 16, 1888 edition of "Literature - An Illustrated Weekly Magazine" (Vol. 1, No. 17) these four, early magazine articles about Mark Twain fill in and analyze areas of Twain's persona for the first time. "Mark Twain At Home" was originally published in the London, England "World". ( John Greenman) </p> |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/some-articles-about-mark-twain-by-various/ |
b samuel langhorne clemens mark twain home youth mark twain mark twain gossip b p published june 16 1888 edition literature illustrated weekly magazine vol 1 no 17 four early magazine articles mark twain fill analyze areas twain s persona first time mark twain home originally published london england world john greenman p |
| 11791 |
11751 |
12432 |
Short Poetry Collection 174 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 45 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for November 2017. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-174-by-various/ |
collection 45 poems read librivox volunteers november 2017 |
| 11792 |
11752 |
12433 |
Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer (Version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Lightfoot and his friends, Sammy Jay and Paddy Beaver, help each other through hunting season in the Green Forest. - Summary by Jude Somers |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-lightfoot-the-deer-version-2-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
lightfoot friends sammy jay paddy beaver help hunting season green forest summary jude somers |
| 11793 |
11753 |
12435 |
Flash Evans, Camera News Hawk |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Jimmy 'Flash' Evans, 17, ace photographer for The Brandale Ledger, tries his hand at the newsreel game in this upbeat, pre-war adventure. The listed author, Frank Bell, was actually the prolific Mildred Wirt Benson, most famous for writing the early Nancy Drew novels under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/flash-evans-camera-news-hawk-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
jimmy flash evans 17 ace photographer brandale ledger tries hand newsreel game upbeat pre war adventure listed author frank bell actually prolific mildred wirt benson famous writing early nancy drew novels pseudonym carolyn keene summary matt pierard |
| 11794 |
11754 |
12436 |
Six lectures on literature |
Charles Harold Herford |
Literary Criticism |
C. H. Herford was Professor of English Literature at the Victoria University of Manchester in era when public lectures were published in pamphlet form. The six lectures in this collection span Herford's career at the University during the turbulent first two decades of the twentieth century. Taking a historical view, Herford covers a wide range of eras and writers in an exploration of the roots of English literature. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/six-lectures-on-literature-by-charles-harold-herford/ |
c h herford professor english literature victoria university manchester era public lectures published pamphlet form six lectures collection span herford s career university turbulent first two decades twentieth century taking historical view herford covers wide range eras writers exploration roots english literature summary phil benson |
| 11795 |
11755 |
12437 |
Doctor Thorne (version 2) |
Anthony Trollope |
Family Life, General Fiction |
This is the third book in The Chronicles of Barsetshire, the first two being The Warden and Barchester Towers; however, although some characters from the first two books are referred to, there is no need to read/ listen to them first to enjoy Dr. Thorne. <br><br>It is mainly concerned with the romantic problems of Mary Thorne, niece of Doctor Thomas Thorne (a member of a junior branch of the family of Mr. Wilfred Thorne, who appeared in Barchester Towers), and Frank Gresham, the only son of the local squire, although Trollope as the omniscient narrator assures the reader at the beginning that the hero is really the doctor.<br><br>Themes of the book are the social pain and exclusion caused by illegitimacy, the nefarious effects of the demon drink and the difficulties of romantic attachments outside one's social class. The novel also gives a vivid picture of electioneering and all the barely legal shenanigans that accompany the event. Most of the action takes place in a village of Barsetshire and a country house not far off.When their father dies, Doctor Thomas Thorne and his younger, ne'er-do-well brother Henry are left to fend for themselves. Doctor Thorne begins to establish a medical practice, while Henry seduces Mary Scatcherd, the sister of stonemason Roger Scatcherd. When Scatcherd finds out that Mary has become pregnant, he seeks out Henry and kills him in a fight.<br><br>While her brother is in prison, Mary gives birth to a girl. A former suitor offers to marry her and emigrate to the United States to start a new life but refuses to take the baby. Doctor Thorne persuades her to accept the generous offer, promising to raise his niece. He names her Mary Thorne but wishing neither to have her illegitimacy made public nor to have her associate with the uncouth Roger Scatcherd, he keeps her birth secret. He tells Scatcherd that the baby had died.<br><br>After his release, Scatcherd rises quickly in the world as a railway project undertaker. In time, his skills make him extremely rich. When he completes a seemingly-impossible important project on time, he is made a baronet for his efforts. Throughout his career, he entrusts his financial affairs to Doctor Thorne. When Thorne becomes the family doctor to the Greshams, he persuades Scatcherd to lend ever growing sums to the head of the family, the local squire, who has troubles managing his finances. Eventually, much of the Gresham estate is put up as collateral. - Summary by Wikipedia<br><br>Now read on . . . <br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-thorne-by-anthony-trollope-2/ |
third book chronicles barsetshire first two warden barchester towers however although characters first two books referred to need read listen first enjoy dr thorne br br it mainly concerned romantic problems mary thorne niece doctor thomas thorne a member junior branch family mr wilfred thorne appeared barchester towers frank gresham son local squire although trollope omniscient narrator assures reader beginning hero really doctor br br themes book social pain exclusion caused illegitimacy nefarious effects demon drink difficulties romantic attachments outside one s social class novel also gives vivid picture electioneering barely legal shenanigans accompany event action takes place village barsetshire country house far off when father dies doctor thomas thorne younger ne er do well brother henry left fend themselves doctor thorne begins establish medical practice henry seduces mary scatcherd sister stonemason roger scatcherd scatcherd finds mary become pregnant seeks henry kills fight br br while brother prison mary gives birth girl former suitor offers marry emigrate united states start new life refuses take baby doctor thorne persuades accept generous offer promising raise niece names mary thorne wishing neither illegitimacy made public associate uncouth roger scatcherd keeps birth secret tells scatcherd baby died br br after release scatcherd rises quickly world railway project undertaker time skills make extremely rich completes seemingly impossible important project time made baronet efforts throughout career entrusts financial affairs doctor thorne thorne becomes family doctor greshams persuades scatcherd lend ever growing sums head family local squire troubles managing finances eventually much gresham estate put collateral summary wikipedia br br now read br br |
| 11796 |
11756 |
12438 |
Carpenter's Geographical Reader: Asia |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Children's Non-fiction |
Through travelogues, lifestyle descriptions and cultural notes the reader will visit China, Japan, India, Korea, parts of the Holy Land and Turkey as they were in the early 20th century. Summary by BettyB |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/carpenters-geographical-reader-asia-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
travelogues lifestyle descriptions cultural notes reader visit china japan india korea parts holy land turkey early 20th century summary bettyb |
| 11797 |
11758 |
12440 |
Citizen's Almanac - Fundamental Documents, Symbols, and Anthems of the United States |
United States of America |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Political Science, Modern (20th C) |
New citizens of the United States were given this pamphlet when they became citizens. The Citizen's Almanac contains information on the history, people, and events that have brought us where we are today as a beacon of hope and freedom to the world. The Almanac has information on citizens' rights and responsibilities, the history of our anthems, court decisions, as well as other historical documents. - Summary by Craig Campbell |
English |
2007 |
https://librivox.org/the-citizens-almanac-fundamental-documents-symbols-and-anthems-of-the-united-states-by-united-states-department-of-homeland-security/ |
new citizens united states given pamphlet became citizens citizen s almanac contains information history people events brought us today beacon hope freedom world almanac information citizens rights responsibilities history anthems court decisions well historical documents summary craig campbell |
| 11798 |
11759 |
12441 |
Tales of Mother Goose |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
These stories were the original ones collected by Charles Perrault and published in French in 1696. You may have heard of some of them and they are probably a bit different than what you may expect, coming from an age and time when the ears of our children were not considered so delicate." For example: \n"Grandmamma, what great teeth you have got!" \n"That is to eat thee up."\nAnd, saying these words, this wicked Wolf fell upon Little Red Riding-hood, and ate her all up." end of story. - Summary by Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-mother-goose-by-charles-perrault/ |
stories original ones collected charles perrault published french 1696 may heard probably bit different may expect coming age time ears children considered delicate example grandmamma great teeth got that eat thee up and saying words wicked wolf fell upon little red riding hood ate up end story summary phil chenevert |
| 11799 |
11760 |
12442 |
British Sea Birds |
Charles Dixon |
|
Charles Dixon describes briefly each of the British sea-going birds, their appearance, habits and distribution, in an easy to understand manner, generally separated into their family groups. - Summary by clarinetcarrot |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/british-sea-birds-by-charles-dixon/ |
charles dixon describes briefly british sea going birds appearance habits distribution easy understand manner generally separated family groups summary clarinetcarrot |
| 11800 |
11761 |
12443 |
In the Mayor's Parlour |
J. S. Fletcher |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
“Rotten borough” is a term that goes back to the 18th century, and it used to mean a parliamentary constituency in which a few property owners, or sometimes a single one, could choose the local member of parliament. The three Reform Acts of 1832, 1857 and 1884 brought that system to an end and by the time this book begins, a rotten borough has taken on its more modern meaning of a constituency whos rules allow a handful of people to profit secretly from the borough’s finances. In one such borough a new mayor, victor by a margin of single vote, has been working on a reform program and is found mysteriously murdered in his office -- the Mayor’s Parlour. As it happens, his young nephew is visiting from London, and is determined to find the killer. It’s no easy task, and the final discovery leaves him, as well as many others, surprised.( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/mayors-parlour-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
rotten borough term goes back 18th century used mean parliamentary constituency property owners sometimes single one could choose local member parliament three reform acts 1832 1857 1884 brought system end time book begins rotten borough taken modern meaning constituency whos rules allow handful people profit secretly borough s finances one borough new mayor victor margin single vote working reform program found mysteriously murdered office mayor s parlour happens young nephew visiting london determined find killer it s easy task final discovery leaves him well many others surprised nicholas clifford |
| 11801 |
11762 |
12444 |
Shadows in Zamboula (version 2) |
Robert E. Howard |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
In the dark streets of Zamboula, huge ghouls stalk the night seeking victims for their ghastly rites and feasts. Conan is passing through this city and is almost a victim but escapes, only to rush to the aid of a beautiful, voluptuous maiden still in their horrible talons. Swords flash, thews are strained and the mighty Conan almost meets his match in the temple of the monkey god. Will he escape? Will he get the girl? Listen and marvel! Excellent story, well told as always by Howard. Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shadows-in-zamboula-version-2-by-robert-e-howard/ |
dark streets zamboula huge ghouls stalk night seeking victims ghastly rites feasts conan passing city almost victim escapes rush aid beautiful voluptuous maiden still horrible talons swords flash thews strained mighty conan almost meets match temple monkey god escape get girl listen marvel excellent story well told always howard summary phil chenevert |
| 11802 |
11763 |
12445 |
Flametti, oder Vom Dandyismus der Armen |
Hugo Ball |
Published 1900 onward |
Der Auf- und Untergang eines Sterns am Züricher Varieté-Himmel, nämlich der von Max Flametti, wird hier beschrieben. Charmant-unverblümt widerspiegelt der Roman das Kolorit dieser Szene samt Artisten, "illustren" Publikums, Freudenmädchen und Polizei. Frisch, gewitzt und überaus sprachgewandt umreißt Hugo Ball eine riesige Fülle von Äußerlichkeiten seiner Charaktere und lässt damit den Leser tief blicken. Er verarbeitet hier auch eigene Züricher Varieté-Erfahrungen. - Summary by Eva K. |
German |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/flametti-oder-vom-dandyismus-der-armen-by-hugo-ball/ |
der auf und untergang eines sterns züricher varieté himmel nämlich der von max flametti wird hier beschrieben charmant unverblümt widerspiegelt der roman das kolorit dieser szene samt artisten illustren publikums freudenmädchen und polizei frisch gewitzt und überaus sprachgewandt umreißt hugo ball eine riesige fülle von äußerlichkeiten seiner charaktere und lässt damit den leser tief blicken er verarbeitet hier auch eigene züricher varieté erfahrungen summary eva k |
| 11803 |
11770 |
12452 |
Amokläufer |
Stefan Zweig |
Literary Fiction |
Der Erzähler lernt auf einer Schiffsreise von Kalkutta nach Europa im Jahre 1912 einen Arzt kennen, der sich auf dem Schiff versteckt hat. Sie kommen ins Gespräch. Der Arzt hat mehrere Jahre in den Tropen gearbeitet. Eines Tages erscheint in seiner Praxis eine hochmütig auftretende weiße Frau, die eine Abtreibung durchführen lassen will. Diese soll geheim bleiben. Sie bietet ihm deshalb für die Abtreibung eine hohe Summe Geldes an. Der Arzt ist hierzu jedoch nicht bereit. Da er sich von ihrer kalten Hochmütigkeit angezogen fühlt, fordert er statt des Geldes geschlechtliche Handlungen ein. Sie verlässt empört den Raum.<br></br>Zunächst ist er wie erstarrt. Ähnlich einem besessenen Amokläufer eilt er nach einiger Zeit der Frau nach. Sie ist jedoch verschwunden. Er macht sich auf die Suche nach ihr und findet sie schließlich. Mittlerweile ist ihm bewusst, dass sie gezwungen ist, den Schwangerschaftsabbruch unfachmännisch durchführen zu lassen, wobei sie sterben kann. Wird es ihm gelingen, sie hiervon abzubringen? - Summary by Hawe |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/der-amoklaeufer-by-stefan-zweig/ |
der erzähler lernt auf einer schiffsreise von kalkutta nach europa im jahre 1912 einen arzt kennen der sich auf dem schiff versteckt hat sie kommen ins gespräch der arzt hat mehrere jahre den tropen gearbeitet eines tages erscheint seiner praxis eine hochmütig auftretende weiße frau die eine abtreibung durchführen lassen will diese soll geheim bleiben sie bietet ihm deshalb für die abtreibung eine hohe summe geldes an der arzt ist hierzu jedoch nicht bereit da er sich von ihrer kalten hochmütigkeit angezogen fühlt fordert er statt des geldes geschlechtliche handlungen ein sie verlässt empört den raum br br zunächst ist er wie erstarrt ähnlich einem besessenen amokläufer eilt er nach einiger zeit der frau nach sie ist jedoch verschwunden er macht sich auf die suche nach ihr und findet sie schließlich mittlerweile ist ihm bewusst dass sie gezwungen ist den schwangerschaftsabbruch unfachmännisch durchführen zu lassen wobei sie sterben kann wird es ihm gelingen sie hiervon abzubringen summary hawe |
| 11804 |
11764 |
12446 |
Heavenly Twins |
Sarah Grand |
Family Life, Sagas, Published 1800 -1900 |
First published in 1893, this novel came to question many subjects which were considered taboo. Through a few interconnected plots and sub plots, the story examines the role of women and the different opportunities women and men had. Through the twins of the title, a girl and a boy, and through two other ladies we discover the Victorian world in a different light. What does a woman have to do if, after marriage, she discovers very unsettling things about her husband's past? Yes, society expects her to stay with him and honor the marriage. But what if she is not willing? What are women expected to do when trapped in loveless marriages? The book also examine in many ways the idea that women are not inferior to men and should receive the same education, information about life, and preparation for the real world. This book received much academic attention. It is a must read for all feminist fiction admirers, history lovers, and many more from every field. It tells about Victorian society as it really was. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-heavenly-twins-by-sarah-grand/ |
first published 1893 novel came question many subjects considered taboo interconnected plots sub plots story examines role women different opportunities women men had twins title girl boy two ladies discover victorian world different light woman if marriage discovers unsettling things husband s past yes society expects stay honor marriage willing women expected trapped loveless marriages book also examine many ways idea women inferior men receive education information life preparation real world book received much academic attention must read feminist fiction admirers history lovers many every field tells victorian society really was summary stav nisser |
| 11805 |
11765 |
12447 |
Crossing |
Winston Churchill |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction |
This is an historical fiction novel. Many real characters of history are included, as well as fictitious ones. The saga takes place in the period slightly before the American Revolution, and extends for some years after that war. It covers the first movement of southern colonists, over the mountains, into Kentucky, then into the lands that would become Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. The battles to take these lands from the British make up much of the drama. The characters also move into New Orleans to face off with the French. <br><br>This was a major best selling novel when released. The writer, Winston Churchill, was a most prominent American novelist of the time. The Prime Minister of England, Winston S. Churchill, was his contemporary, but no family relation. This book contains content that some listeners might find offensive. (Summary by Bob Rollins) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-crossing-by-winston-churchill/ |
historical fiction novel many real characters history included well fictitious ones saga takes place period slightly american revolution extends years war covers first movement southern colonists mountains kentucky lands would become ohio indiana illinois battles take lands british make much drama characters also move new orleans face french br br this major best selling novel released writer winston churchill prominent american novelist time prime minister england winston s churchill contemporary family relation book contains content listeners might find offensive summary bob rollins |
| 11806 |
11766 |
12448 |
Flirt |
Booth Tarkington |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Laura and Cora Madison and their younger brother Hedrick live with their parents in a Midwestern American town that is fairly bursting with Cora’s discarded and would-be beaus. Her flirtatiousness annoys the tempestuous Hedrick but not the reserved Laura. The return to town of a handsome, charming former resident and an encounter with a deranged young person set in motion a roller-coaster of events that interweave and play out to an exciting, emotional climax. \nBooth Tarkington's writing is exceptionally sensitive and perceptive. A popular American novelist and dramatist, he is best remembered for his Pulitzer Prize-winning novels "The Magnificent Ambersons" and "Alice Adams". – Lee Smalley |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-flirt-by-booth-tarkington/ |
laura cora madison younger brother hedrick live parents midwestern american town fairly bursting cora s discarded would be beaus flirtatiousness annoys tempestuous hedrick reserved laura return town handsome charming former resident encounter deranged young person set motion roller coaster events interweave play exciting emotional climax booth tarkington s writing exceptionally sensitive perceptive popular american novelist dramatist best remembered pulitzer prize winning novels the magnificent ambersons alice adams lee smalley |
| 11807 |
11767 |
12449 |
Listeners |
Walter De la Mare |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This year's Hollowe'en offering is an eerie tale by Walter de La Mare. ( David Lawrence ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-listeners-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
year s hollowe en offering eerie tale walter de la mare david lawrence |
| 11808 |
11768 |
12450 |
Tower Of London |
Arthur Poyser |
History , Travel & Geography |
Description. History. “… those who read this book and have no opportunity of visiting the Tower expect that the characters in the moving drama of its history shall have some semblance of life as they walk across the stage…. My wish has been to persuade those who come to visit the Tower that there is a great deal to be seen in its immediate vicinity… A noble and historic building like the Tower resembles a venerable tree whose roots have spread into the soil in all directions, during the uncounted years of its existence, far beyond the position of its stem.” - Summary by Book Preface and David Wales |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-tower-of-london-by-arthur-poyser/ |
description history read book opportunity visiting tower expect characters moving drama history shall semblance life walk across stage wish persuade come visit tower great deal seen immediate vicinity noble historic building like tower resembles venerable tree whose roots spread soil directions uncounted years existence far beyond position stem summary book preface david wales |
| 11809 |
11769 |
12451 |
Drifting Flowers of the Sea and Other Poems |
Sadakichi Hartmann |
Single author |
Sadakichi Hartmann was born in Nagasaki Harbor, to a German businessman and a Japanese mother. His mother died during childbirth and Sadakichi was sent to Germany to be raised. He arrived in America in 1882 and became friends with Walt Whitman. Sadakichi became an art and literary critic, wrote plays, short stories and several volumes of poetry. His poetry was heavily influenced by both the Japanese forms and Symbolist poets like Stéphane Mallarmé. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/drifting-flowers-of-the-sea-and-other-poems-by-sadakichi-hartmann/ |
sadakichi hartmann born nagasaki harbor german businessman japanese mother mother died childbirth sadakichi sent germany raised arrived america 1882 became friends walt whitman sadakichi became art literary critic wrote plays short stories several volumes poetry poetry heavily influenced japanese forms symbolist poets like stéphane mallarmé summary nemo |
| 11810 |
11771 |
12453 |
American Language |
H. L. Mencken |
Literary Criticism, Writing & Linguistics |
"It was part of my daily work, for a good many years, to read the principal English newspapers and reviews; it has been part of my work, all the time, to read the more important English novels, essays, poetry and criticism. An American born and bred, I early noted, as everyone else in like case must note, certain salient differences between the English of England and the English of America as practically spoken and written—differences in vocabulary, in syntax, in the shades and habits of idiom, and even, coming to the common speech, in grammar. And I noted too, of course, partly during visits to England but more largely by a somewhat wide and intimate intercourse with English people in the United States, the obvious differences between English and American pronunciation and intonation.\n Greatly interested in these differences—some of them so great that they led me to seek exchanges of light with Englishmen—I looked for some work that would describe and account for them with a show of completeness, and perhaps depict the process of their origin. I soon found that no such work existed, either in England or in America—that the whole literature of the subject was astonishingly meagre and unsatisfactory." - Summary by Mencken (Preface) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-american-language-by-h-l-mencken/ |
it part daily work good many years read principal english newspapers reviews part work time read important english novels essays poetry criticism american born bred early noted everyone else like case must note certain salient differences english england english america practically spoken written differences vocabulary syntax shades habits idiom even coming common speech grammar noted too course partly visits england largely somewhat wide intimate intercourse english people united states obvious differences english american pronunciation intonation greatly interested differences some great led seek exchanges light englishmen i looked work would describe account show completeness perhaps depict process origin soon found work existed either england america that whole literature subject astonishingly meagre unsatisfactory summary mencken preface |
| 11811 |
11772 |
12455 |
Complete Works of Artemus Ward Part 2, War |
Artemus Ward |
Humorous Fiction |
Charles Farrar Browne, a native of Maine, became famous as a writer and lecturer under the name of Artemus Ward. Like his friend Mark Twain, Browne worked as a type-setter in his youth and in 1858, began publishing a series of letters, essays, and stories told in the first person by a droll, illiterate rube with a good measure of subtle common sense who commented on the events and fads of the day. Taking his character to the stage as a lecturer, Browne became an early-day prototype of what we now name a stand-up comedian. Artemus Ward was such a favorite of President Abraham Lincoln that the chief executive read one of the Ward stories to his assembled cabinet officers before getting down to the business of discussing the proposed Emancipation Proclamation. Browne’s writings became popular in England as well as in America, and he travelled to Britain to perform his Artemus Ward lectures and contribute to the comic magazine <i>Punch.</i> Browne contracted tuberculosis and died at the age of thirty-two in Southampton. (There was a real Artemus Ward, a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolution.) ( Delmar H. Dolbier) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-works-of-artemus-ward-part-2-war-by-jefferson-b-browne/ |
charles farrar browne native maine became famous writer lecturer name artemus ward like friend mark twain browne worked type setter youth 1858 began publishing series letters essays stories told first person droll illiterate rube good measure subtle common sense commented events fads day taking character stage lecturer browne became early day prototype name stand up comedian artemus ward favorite president abraham lincoln chief executive read one ward stories assembled cabinet officers getting business discussing proposed emancipation proclamation browne s writings became popular england well america travelled britain perform artemus ward lectures contribute comic magazine i punch i browne contracted tuberculosis died age thirty two southampton there real artemus ward general continental army american revolution delmar h dolbier |
| 11812 |
11773 |
12456 |
En Route |
Joris-Karl Huysmans |
Christian Fiction |
The second book by Huysmans concerning the religious development of the novelist Durtal, who in the first book ("La-bas") experienced depravity and Satanism. In this book he struggles desperately to find a foothold in the Catholic faith. He is aided by his aesthetic sensitivities and the support of an understanding priest. But it is not until he undertakes a retreat in a Trappist monastery that he achieves depth of spiritual transformation. ( Peter Tucker) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/en-route-by-joris-karl-huysmans/ |
second book huysmans concerning religious development novelist durtal first book la bas experienced depravity satanism book struggles desperately find foothold catholic faith aided aesthetic sensitivities support understanding priest undertakes retreat trappist monastery achieves depth spiritual transformation peter tucker |
| 11813 |
11774 |
12457 |
Introducing Irony |
Maxwell Bodenheim |
Poetry |
Subtitled 'A Book of Poetic Short Stories and Poems', this collection reads years ahead of its time. Set mainly in Jazz Age New York City, the poems and tales are a series of profiles of people in seedier parts of town, along with bizarre love songs and even a trip to Mars. Not for the easily offended.\n( Matt Pierard) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/introducing-irony-by-maxwell-bodenheim/ |
subtitled a book poetic short stories poems collection reads years ahead time set mainly jazz age new york city poems tales series profiles people seedier parts town along bizarre love songs even trip mars easily offended matt pierard |
| 11814 |
11775 |
12458 |
Wind in the Rose-Bush, and Other Stories of the Supernatural |
Mary E. Wilkins Freeman |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of short stories by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The stories all have different topics, there are mysterious deaths, haunted houses, ghosts, moving shadows, and all other ingredients which make for a good ghost story. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-in-the-rose-bush-and-other-stories-of-the-supernatural-by-mary-e-wilkins-freeman/ |
collection short stories mary e wilkins freeman stories different topics mysterious deaths haunted houses ghosts moving shadows ingredients make good ghost story summary carolin |
| 11815 |
11776 |
12459 |
Day before Yesterday |
Richard Middleton |
Short Stories |
This is a volume of short stories and essays by Richard Middleton. The British poet and author wrote a large number of short pieces during his life, which are today still as entertaining as they were then. Published 1912, one year after Middleton's death, this volume collects some of the best specimens of his prose. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-before-yesterday-by-richard-middleton/ |
volume short stories essays richard middleton british poet author wrote large number short pieces life today still entertaining then published 1912 one year middleton s death volume collects best specimens prose summary carolin |
| 11816 |
11777 |
12460 |
Christmas Eve, and other Poems |
Charles Maurice Stebbins |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by C. Maurice Stebbins. The titular poem is a Christmas poem, but it is dark and somber in tone. The following shorter pieces are very varied, making for a beautiful little collection. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-eve-and-other-poems-by-charles-maurice-stebbins/ |
collection poems c maurice stebbins titular poem christmas poem dark somber tone following shorter pieces varied making beautiful little collection summary carolin |
| 11817 |
11778 |
12461 |
Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz |
L. Frank Baum |
Action & Adventure |
The Wizard of Oz has built two beautiful "Ozoplanes" to explore Oz. But the official launch party goes wrong when the Soldier with the Green Whiskers accidentally launches the Oztober into the cloud country of Stratovania! The ruler, Strut of the Strat, makes Jellia Jamb his "Starina" and then sets off to conquer the fascinating country of Oz! Meanwhile the Wizard, Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion and the Scarecrow pile into the Ozpril and chase after the Oztober, but end up having an adventure of their own...\n\nThis is the 33rd book in the "Oz" series, following in the official canon after L. Frank Baum's original 14 books. The phrase "The Wizard of Oz" was included in the title to coincide with the 1939 release of the film The Wizard of Oz. The focus of the story is primarily on characters who appeared in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1939 |
https://librivox.org/ozoplaning-with-the-wizard-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum/ |
wizard oz built two beautiful ozoplanes explore oz official launch party goes wrong soldier green whiskers accidentally launches oztober cloud country stratovania ruler strut strat makes jellia jamb starina sets conquer fascinating country oz meanwhile wizard dorothy cowardly lion scarecrow pile ozpril chase oztober end adventure own 33rd book oz series following official canon l frank baum s original 14 books phrase the wizard oz included title coincide 1939 release film wizard oz focus story primarily characters appeared the wonderful wizard oz summary beth thomas |
| 11818 |
11780 |
12463 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 13-14: 1, 2 Tesalonicenses |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Pablo tiene muchos recuerdos agradables de los días que pasó con la pequeña iglesia de Tesalónica. Su fe, esperanza, amor y perseverancia frente a la persecución son ejemplares. La labor de Pablo como padre espiritual de la nueva iglesia fue ampliamente recompensada, y su afecto por ellos se palpa en cada línea de su carta.<br /><br />En las cartas del apóstol Pablo a los tesalonicenses, él los alienta a perseverar en su nueva fé, a aumentar su amor mutuo y a regocijarse, orar y dar gracias siempre. Él cierra su carta con instrucciones sobre el regreso del Señor, cuyo advenimiento significa esperanza y consuelo para los creyentes tanto vivos como muertos. \n - Summary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/1-2-tesalonicenses-by-reina-valera/ |
pablo tiene muchos recuerdos agradables de los días que pasó con la pequeña iglesia de tesalónica su fe esperanza amor perseverancia frente la persecución son ejemplares la labor de pablo como padre espiritual de la nueva iglesia fue ampliamente recompensada su afecto por ellos se palpa en cada línea de su carta br br en las cartas del apóstol pablo los tesalonicenses él los alienta perseverar en su nueva fé aumentar su amor mutuo regocijarse orar dar gracias siempre él cierra su carta con instrucciones sobre el regreso del señor cuyo advenimiento significa esperanza consuelo para los creyentes tanto vivos como muertos summary claudia r barrett |
| 11819 |
11781 |
12464 |
On Virginity |
Gregory of Nyssa |
Christianity - Other |
His admirable book "On Virginity", written about 370, was composed to strengthen in all who read it the desire for a life of perfect virtue. - Summary by Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/on-virginity-by-gregory-of-nyssa/ |
admirable book on virginity written 370 composed strengthen read desire life perfect virtue summary herbermann charles ed 1913 |
| 11820 |
11782 |
12465 |
Chorus Girl and Other Stories |
Anton Chekhov |
Short Stories |
Volume 8 of a collection of short stories by Anton Chekhov. The selection includes The Chorus Girl, A Gentleman Friend and A father, among others. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-chorus-girl-and-other-stories-by-anton-chekhov/ |
volume 8 collection short stories anton chekhov selection includes chorus girl gentleman friend father among others summary lynne thompson |
| 11821 |
11783 |
12466 |
Coffee Break Collection 013 - Weather |
Various |
Short Stories |
This is the thirteenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "The Weather", where the weather conditions are significant. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry... this selection contains them all. (Lynne Thompson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-13-weather-by-various/ |
thirteenth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection the weather weather conditions significant fiction non fiction poetry selection contains all lynne thompson |
| 11822 |
11784 |
12467 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 019 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. \n<br><br>\n01 - Brazilian Portuguese - A Camões - key words: poetry, fiction, creator of the Ultra-Romanticism in Portugal <br>\n02 - French - A quoi bon entendre - key words: poetry, love <br>\n03 - French - A quoi je songe - key words: poetry <br>\n04 - German - Psalm der Freude - key words: poetry <br>\n05 - German - Waldeinsamkeit - key words: poem <br>\n06 - Italian - Adelchi, Coro dell'atto I <br>\n07 - Italian - La dama bianca - key words: prose, Sardinian short novel, supernatural, fantastic story based on real facts and dreams, Sardinian landscape <br>\n08 - Italian - L'assiuolo - key words: poetry, symbolism <br>\n09 - Italian - Sestina 1 - key words: poem <br>\n10 - Luxembourgish - Hir Usîcht, séng Aussîcht - key words: poem, relationship, marriage, satire <br>\n11 - Polish - Kruk - key words: poezja <br>\n12 - Romanian - Apolon în Delos - key words: legends, Greek mythology, Apollo <br>\n13 - Romanian - Clăcașii - key words: poetry <br>\n14 - Romanian - Dimineața - key words: poetry <br>\n15 - Romanian - Epimeteu și Pandora - key words: legends, Greek mythology, Zeus, Pandora, Epimetheus <br>\n16 - Romanian - Lăutarul - key words: poetry <br>\n17 - Romanian - Posidon și Atena - key words: legends, Greek mythology, Poseidon, Athena <br>\n18 - Romanian - Tinerețe fără bătrânețe și viață fără de moarte - key words: prose, fairy tale, fantastic fiction <br>\n19 - Spanish - Los ojos de Judas - key words: Los ojos de judas, Abraham Valdelomar, Pisco, Semana santa <br>\n20 - Ukrainian - Contra spem spero - key words: poetry |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-019-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 brazilian portuguese camões key words poetry fiction creator ultra romanticism portugal br 02 french quoi bon entendre key words poetry love br 03 french quoi je songe key words poetry br 04 german psalm der freude key words poetry br 05 german waldeinsamkeit key words poem br 06 italian adelchi coro dell atto br 07 italian la dama bianca key words prose sardinian short novel supernatural fantastic story based real facts dreams sardinian landscape br 08 italian l assiuolo key words poetry symbolism br 09 italian sestina 1 key words poem br 10 luxembourgish hir usîcht séng aussîcht key words poem relationship marriage satire br 11 polish kruk key words poezja br 12 romanian apolon în delos key words legends greek mythology apollo br 13 romanian clăcașii key words poetry br 14 romanian dimineața key words poetry br 15 romanian epimeteu și pandora key words legends greek mythology zeus pandora epimetheus br 16 romanian lăutarul key words poetry br 17 romanian posidon și atena key words legends greek mythology poseidon athena br 18 romanian tinerețe fără bătrânețe și viață fără de moarte key words prose fairy tale fantastic fiction br 19 spanish los ojos de judas key words los ojos de judas abraham valdelomar pisco semana santa br 20 ukrainian contra spem spero key words poetry |
| 11823 |
11785 |
12468 |
Best Church Hymns |
Louis Fitzgerald Benson |
Music |
This 1898 book is the result of a survey of 107 hymn-books. The thirty-two hymns are ranked in order of popularity. The texts in this recording are said only, not sung, along with a few explanatory notes for each hymn (some footnotes, not all, here recorded). The texts are preceded by two essays concerning hymns and their standards. Benson (1855-1930) was an American Presbyterian minister who edited several hymnals. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-church-hymns-by-louis-fitzgerald-benson/ |
1898 book result survey 107 hymn books thirty two hymns ranked order popularity texts recording said only sung along explanatory notes hymn some footnotes all recorded texts preceded two essays concerning hymns standards benson 1855 1930 american presbyterian minister edited several hymnals summary david wales |
| 11824 |
11786 |
12469 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 7: Part 2: Countess de Saint-Geran |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
This story details the crimes and trial surrounding the unexpected pregnancy and subsequent childbirth of the Countess de Saint-Geran in 1640s France. Familial jealousies harbored by her sister-in-law, the Marchioness de Bouille, intertwine with the greedy schemes of a fugitive relative, the Marquis de Saint-Maixent, to produce a scandalous series of events. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-7-part-2-countess-de-saint-geran-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
story details crimes trial surrounding unexpected pregnancy subsequent childbirth countess de saint geran 1640s france familial jealousies harbored sister in law marchioness de bouille intertwine greedy schemes fugitive relative marquis de saint maixent produce scandalous series events summary jvanstan |
| 11825 |
11787 |
12471 |
Life and Adventures of Jack Engle: An AutoBiography |
Walt Whitman |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
This story ran as a serial in 1852 in the New York Sunday Dispatch, and for more than 160 years was buried in obscurity, unknown to the world as novel written by Walt Whitman. Zachary Turpin, a graduate student specializing in Whitman's works, had seen in his notes a sketch of a novel including the characters Covert, Wigglesworth, Smytthe and Jack Engle, but no work including these characters had ever been found. After poring over endless pages of newspapers of the era however, Turpin found this advertisement for an upcoming serial:<br /><br />\n\n“A RICH REVELATION. --This week's SUNDAY DISPATCH will contain the LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF JACK ENGLE, an auto-biography, in which will be handled the Philosophy, Philanthropy, Pauperism, Law, Crime, Love, Matrimony, Morals, &c., which are characteristic of this great City at the present time, including the Manners and Morals of Boarding Houses, some scenes from Church History, Operations in Wall-st., with graphic Sketches of Men and Women as they appear to the public, and as they appear in other scenes not public. Read it and you will find some familiar cases and characters, with explanations necessary to properly understand what it is all about.”<br /><br />\n\nAnd on finding those lines, Turpin unearthed the treasure.<br /><br />\n\nThe story is told in the first person by Jack Engle and has the feel of a Dickens tale set in New York City, with its rags to riches story and lively and engaging characters. (Margaret Espaillat) <br /><br /> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-adventures-of-jack-engle-by-walt-whitman/ |
story ran serial 1852 new york sunday dispatch 160 years buried obscurity unknown world novel written walt whitman zachary turpin graduate student specializing whitman s works seen notes sketch novel including characters covert wigglesworth smytthe jack engle work including characters ever found poring endless pages newspapers era however turpin found advertisement upcoming serial br br a rich revelation this week s sunday dispatch contain life adventures jack engle auto biography handled philosophy philanthropy pauperism law crime love matrimony morals c characteristic great city present time including manners morals boarding houses scenes church history operations wall st graphic sketches men women appear public appear scenes public read find familiar cases characters explanations necessary properly understand about br br finding lines turpin unearthed treasure br br story told first person jack engle feel dickens tale set new york city rags riches story lively engaging characters margaret espaillat br br |
| 11826 |
11788 |
12472 |
Campaigning With Grant |
Horace Porter |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
In the last year of the American Civil War, Horace Porter served as aide-de-camp to General Ulysses S. Grant, then commander of all the armies of the North. This lively 1897 memoir was written from the extensive notes he took during that time. It is highly regarded by later historians. Porter continued in that position with Grant to 1869. From 1869 to 1872 he served Grant as personal secretary in the White House. He was U.S. ambassador to France from 1897-1905. ( David Wales) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/campaigning-with-grant-by-horace-porter/ |
last year american civil war horace porter served aide de camp general ulysses s grant commander armies north lively 1897 memoir written extensive notes took time highly regarded later historians porter continued position grant 1869 1869 1872 served grant personal secretary white house u s ambassador france 1897 1905 david wales |
| 11827 |
11789 |
12473 |
Soldiers' Recessional |
John Huston Finley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), War & Military |
Reprinted from Scribner’s Magazine for June, 1904, in an edition of forty copies for private distribution, by the courtesy of Charles Scribner’s Sons (from the forward) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-soldiers-recessional-by-john-huston-finley/ |
reprinted scribner s magazine june 1904 edition forty copies private distribution courtesy charles scribner s sons from forward |
| 11828 |
11790 |
12474 |
Scots Of The Riverina |
Henry Lawson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem tells the story of a boy in Australia who leaves the farm at harvest time. "and to run from home was a crime." \nThe story is set in the Riverina, New South Wales in the town of Gundagai. ( David Lawrence) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/scots-of-the-riverina-by-henry-lawson/ |
poem tells story boy australia leaves farm harvest time and run home crime story set riverina new south wales town gundagai david lawrence |
| 11829 |
11791 |
12475 |
Boy Scouts Through the Big Timber |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
The Silver Fox Patrol is out in the Rocky Mountains, camping in the Big Timber. Many adventures await these boys, including a dunking in the river, an adventure involving a grizzly bear, and the appearance of some timber cruisers up to no good.\n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of the many pseudonyms of St. George Rathborne. (Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-through-the-big-timber-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
silver fox patrol rocky mountains camping big timber many adventures await boys including dunking river adventure involving grizzly bear appearance timber cruisers good br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms st george rathborne summary ann boulais |
| 11830 |
11792 |
12476 |
Gamester |
Edward Moore |
Tragedy |
<i>The Gamester</i> is Edward Moore's most famous work, and while it has fallen into relative obscurity in the last century, at the time it marked an important shift in the staging of eighteenth century tragedy. More specifically, it was one of the first plays to depict bourgeois suffering through the valence of moral values, moving the genre away from the lofty depiction of kings and empires toward something much closer to home for middle-class audiences. As such, the play depicts the trials and tribulations of Beverley, a dissolute gambler whose uncontrollable addiction has endangered the financial security of his household. Unbeknownst to him, however, is the fact that his money is being pocketed by a cadre of villainous sharpers led by the Machiavellian Stukely, who has designs on Beverley's wife and pretends to be his concerned friend. What follows is a drama that, while not possessing the greatest artistic merit, nevertheless affects us as keenly as it did the people who saw its first performance at the Drury Lane Theater on February 7, 1753. - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nBeverley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n Lewson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\n Stukely: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\n Jarvis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\n Bates: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\n Dawson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\n Mrs. Beverley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\n Charlotte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n Lucy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\n Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\n Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br> |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/the-gamester-by-edward-moore/ |
i the gamester i edward moore s famous work fallen relative obscurity last century time marked important shift staging eighteenth century tragedy specifically one first plays depict bourgeois suffering valence moral values moving genre away lofty depiction kings empires toward something much closer home middle class audiences such play depicts trials tribulations beverley dissolute gambler whose uncontrollable addiction endangered financial security household unbeknownst him however fact money pocketed cadre villainous sharpers led machiavellian stukely designs beverley s wife pretends concerned friend follows drama that possessing greatest artistic merit nevertheless affects us keenly people saw first performance drury lane theater february 7 1753 summary tomas peter br br cast list br beverley a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lewson a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br stukely a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br jarvis a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br bates a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br dawson a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs beverley a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br charlotte a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lucy a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br waiter a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br editor a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br |
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11793 |
12477 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 070 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Mysteries, fantasy, family and hardship all make appearances in this, the 70th volume of short stories in the English language, selected and read by Librivox readers. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-070-by-various/ |
mysteries fantasy family hardship make appearances this 70th volume short stories english language selected read librivox readers |
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12478 |
Poems |
Caroline King Duer |
Single author |
Alice Duer was a successful American author who wrote poetry, novels and screenplays and campaigned tirelessly for women's suffrage. Her sister Caroline was an editor at Vogue magazine. This beautiful collection published in 1896 and the first of their early poems, is centered around the themes of love, friendship and loss. - Summary by Nemo</p> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-caroline-king-duer/ |
alice duer successful american author wrote poetry novels screenplays campaigned tirelessly women s suffrage sister caroline editor vogue magazine beautiful collection published 1896 first early poems centered around themes love friendship loss summary nemo p |
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11795 |
12479 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 6: Fancy and Sentiment (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The sixth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a range of notable poems that deal with our own sensibilities and human qualities, covering subjects such as memory; thoughts and dreams; the figure of the poet; books; music; the arts; work and labor; contentment; rest; and sleep. - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-6-part-2-by-various/ |
sixth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes range notable poems deal sensibilities human qualities covering subjects memory thoughts dreams figure poet books music arts work labor contentment rest sleep summary tomas peter |
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11796 |
12480 |
Fifty years & Other Poems |
James Weldon Johnson |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by James Weldon Johnson. Johnson was an early civil rights activist, and this theme is the basis for many of the poems in this collection as well. This volume also contains an introduction by Brander Matthews.The first half of this volume contains poems in classical style and form, the second half of this collection is a set of "Jingles & Croons". - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-years-other-poems-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
collection poems james weldon johnson johnson early civil rights activist theme basis many poems collection well volume also contains introduction brander matthews the first half volume contains poems classical style form second half collection set jingles croons summary carolin |
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11797 |
12481 |
Rio Grande's Last Race, and Other Verses |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Australian poet Banjo Paterson. This collection contains some of Paterson's most famous poems, such as Rio Grande's Last Race, and poems featuring Saltbush Bill. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/rio-grandes-last-race-and-other-verses-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
collection poems australian poet banjo paterson collection contains paterson s famous poems rio grande s last race poems featuring saltbush bill summary carolin |
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11800 |
12484 |
Libro VII de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Muere Darío haciendo contra la Grecia aprestos militares que continua su hijo Jerges: con este objeto hace abrir un canal en el Athos y echar un puente sobre el Helesponto. — Orden de marcha del ejercito persa de mar y tierra; su número y aumento; naciones que lo componian, y generales encargados del mando. — Disputa de Jerges con el lacedemonio Demarato acerca del valor y resistencia de los Griegos. — Pasa revista Jerges á su ejército en Dorisco y sepone en marcha. — Envían los Lacedemonios á Jerges dos heraldos en compensación de los que ellos habían muerto. — Prepáranse los Atenienses á resistir, á pesar de los infaustos oráculos de Delfos. — Los Argivos se niegan á entrar en la confederación de los Griegos, y Gelon, tirano de Sicilia, lo rehúsa igualmente si no se le da el mando. — Los isleños de Corfú tratan de alucinar con promesas á los embajadores, y los de Creta rehúsan también entrar en la confederación. — Abandonan los Griegos la defensa del paso del Olimpo, y se deciden á defender las Termópilas. — Número prodigioso de hombres que componían el ejercito persa de mar y tierra. — Tempestad que sufre su escuadra. — Ataque de las Termópilas y muerte de Leónidas con\nlos Espartanos. — Decide Jerges continuar su marcha, y avanza contra la Grecia despreciando los consejos de Demarato. |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-vii-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodotus/ |
muere darío haciendo contra la grecia aprestos militares que continua su hijo jerges con este objeto hace abrir un canal en el athos echar un puente sobre el helesponto orden de marcha del ejercito persa de mar tierra su número aumento naciones que lo componian generales encargados del mando disputa de jerges con el lacedemonio demarato acerca del valor resistencia de los griegos pasa revista jerges á su ejército en dorisco sepone en marcha envían los lacedemonios á jerges dos heraldos en compensación de los que ellos habían muerto prepáranse los atenienses á resistir á pesar de los infaustos oráculos de delfos los argivos se niegan á entrar en la confederación de los griegos gelon tirano de sicilia lo rehúsa igualmente si se le da el mando los isleños de corfú tratan de alucinar con promesas á los embajadores los de creta rehúsan también entrar en la confederación abandonan los griegos la defensa del paso del olimpo se deciden á defender las termópilas número prodigioso de hombres que componían el ejercito persa de mar tierra tempestad que sufre su escuadra ataque de las termópilas muerte de leónidas con los espartanos decide jerges continuar su marcha avanza contra la grecia despreciando los consejos de demarato |
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12485 |
Mr. Prohack |
Arnold Bennett |
Historical Fiction |
Mr Prohack, an ordinary official in the Treasury and leading a hum-drum life, suddenly and unexpectedly inherits a large sum of money which, with a lucky investment, he turns into a fortune. This humorous book follows his progress and that of his wife, son and daughter who all, in their different ways, slowly get used to their new lives. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/mr-prohack-by-arnold-bennett/ |
mr prohack ordinary official treasury leading hum drum life suddenly unexpectedly inherits large sum money which lucky investment turns fortune humorous book follows progress wife son daughter all different ways slowly get used new lives summary simon evers |
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11802 |
12486 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 15-16: 1, 2 Timoteo |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
La primera carta a Timoteo es una de las tres cartas pastorales (incluidas 2 Timoteo y Tito) que el anciano apóstol Pablo envió a aquellos que continuarían su obra. Timoteo era, en todos los sentidos, el hijo espiritual de Pablo. Joven pero talentoso, Timoteo había sido asignado para dirigir la iglesia en Éfeso, una iglesia que necesitaba orden tanto en la alabanza, así como corrección doctrinal, que estaba plagada de maestros falsos. La carta de Pablo, que probablemente fue escrita alrededor del año 62 DC, asesoró al joven Timoteo en cuestiones de liderazgo eclesiástico, desde la adoración apropiada hasta los requisitos detallados para los ancianos y diáconos,le dio consejos de cómo enfrentar la enseñanza falsa y cómo tratar a varias personas dentro de una congregación. Pablo le encargó a Timoteo que viviera una vida irreprochable, dando a los creyentes un estándar para emular.<br /><br />2 Timoteo fue la última carta escrita por Pablo (ad.64) mientras esperaba su ejecución en una cárcel romana. A pesar de todo lo que Pablo estaba enfrentando; la muerte, el final de su ministerio, el abandono de la mayoría de sus amigos por temor a la persecución - él fielmente dirigió a su hijo espiritual, Timoteo, a la esperanza que está en Cristo. Mientras exhortaba a Timoteo a la valentía, la perseverancia y la fidelidad frente a las falsas enseñanzas, Pablo mostró su preocupación habitual por la sana doctrina. Toda la Escritura, dice Pablo, está inspirada por Dios y por lo tanto es suficiente en todo lo relacionado con la fe y la práctica de los cristianos (3: 16-17). Por lo tanto, los creyentes maduros deben estar ansiosos por transmitir su conocimiento de las Escrituras a aquellos que son más jóvenes en la fe.<br /><br />=======================<br /><br />The first letter to Timothy is one of the three pastoral letters (including 2 Timothy and Titus) that the aging apostle Paul sent to those who would continue his work. Timothy was, in every way, Paul's spiritual son. Young but talented, Timothy had been assigned to lead the church in Ephesus, a church that needed order in both worship as well as doctrinal correction, which was plagued with false teachers. Paul's letter, which was probably written around 62 AD, counseled young Timothy on issues of church leadership, from proper worship to the detailed requirements for elders and deacons, gave him advice on how to deal with false teaching and how to treat several people within a congregation. Paul commissioned Timothy to live an irreproachable life, giving believers a standard to emulate.<br /><br />2 Timothy was the last letter written by Paul (ad.64) while waiting for his execution in a Roman jail. In spite of everything Paul was facing; death, the end of his ministry, the abandonment of most of his friends for fear of persecution - he faithfully led his spiritual son, Timothy, to the hope that is in Christ. While exhorting Timothy to courage, perseverance and fidelity in the face of false teachings, Paul showed his usual concern for sound doctrine. All Scripture, says Paul, is inspired by God and therefore sufficient in everything related to the faith and practice of Christians (3: 16-17). Therefore, mature believers should be eager to pass on their knowledge of the Scriptures to those who are younger in the faith.<br />\n - Summary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/1-2-timoteo-reina-valera/ |
la primera carta timoteo es una de las tres cartas pastorales incluidas 2 timoteo tito que el anciano apóstol pablo envió aquellos que continuarían su obra timoteo era en todos los sentidos el hijo espiritual de pablo joven pero talentoso timoteo había sido asignado para dirigir la iglesia en éfeso una iglesia que necesitaba orden tanto en la alabanza así como corrección doctrinal que estaba plagada de maestros falsos la carta de pablo que probablemente fue escrita alrededor del año 62 dc asesoró al joven timoteo en cuestiones de liderazgo eclesiástico desde la adoración apropiada hasta los requisitos detallados para los ancianos diáconos le dio consejos de cómo enfrentar la enseñanza falsa cómo tratar varias personas dentro de una congregación pablo le encargó timoteo que viviera una vida irreprochable dando los creyentes un estándar para emular br br 2 timoteo fue la última carta escrita por pablo ad 64 mientras esperaba su ejecución en una cárcel romana pesar de todo lo que pablo estaba enfrentando la muerte el final de su ministerio el abandono de la mayoría de sus amigos por temor la persecución él fielmente dirigió su hijo espiritual timoteo la esperanza que está en cristo mientras exhortaba timoteo la valentía la perseverancia la fidelidad frente las falsas enseñanzas pablo mostró su preocupación habitual por la sana doctrina toda la escritura dice pablo está inspirada por dios por lo tanto es suficiente en todo lo relacionado con la fe la práctica de los cristianos 3 16 17 por lo tanto los creyentes maduros deben estar ansiosos por transmitir su conocimiento de las escrituras aquellos que son más jóvenes en la fe br br br br the first letter timothy one three pastoral letters including 2 timothy titus aging apostle paul sent would continue work timothy was every way paul s spiritual son young talented timothy assigned lead church ephesus church needed order worship well doctrinal correction plagued false teachers paul s letter probably written around 62 ad counseled young timothy issues church leadership proper worship detailed requirements elders deacons gave advice deal false teaching treat several people within congregation paul commissioned timothy live irreproachable life giving believers standard emulate br br 2 timothy last letter written paul ad 64 waiting execution roman jail spite everything paul facing death end ministry abandonment friends fear persecution faithfully led spiritual son timothy hope christ exhorting timothy courage perseverance fidelity face false teachings paul showed usual concern sound doctrine scripture says paul inspired god therefore sufficient everything related faith practice christians 3 16 17 therefore mature believers eager pass knowledge scriptures younger faith br summary claudia r barrett |
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12487 |
שני ימים ולילה אחד בבית מלון אורחים (Two Days and One Night in a Hotel) |
יהודה לייב גורדון Judah Leib Gordon |
General Fiction |
Judah Leib Gordon was born to well-to-do Jewish parents who owned a hotel in Vilnius, Lithuania. He took a leading part in the modern revival of the Hebrew language and culture. His satires did much to rouse the Russian Jews to a new sense of the reality of life, and Gordon was the apostle of enlightenment in the Ghettos. His Hebrew style is classical and pure. Much of his poetry revolves around biblical and historical themes. His works were intended to disseminate Enlightenment values and had a profound impact on Jewish life. Many feel his romantic works lack the same militancy as his poetic works, though his advocacy resurfaces in his realistic novels. <i>Two Days and One Night in a Hotel</i>, first published in 1868, is set in a shtetl (a small Jewish village in Eastern Europe), where life was full of contradictions. (Summary by Wikipedia and Omri Lernau) |
Hebrew |
0 |
https://librivox.org/two-days-and-one-night-in-a-hotel-by-judah-leib-gordon/ |
judah leib gordon born well to do jewish parents owned hotel vilnius lithuania took leading part modern revival hebrew language culture satires much rouse russian jews new sense reality life gordon apostle enlightenment ghettos hebrew style classical pure much poetry revolves around biblical historical themes works intended disseminate enlightenment values profound impact jewish life many feel romantic works lack militancy poetic works though advocacy resurfaces realistic novels i two days one night hotel i first published 1868 set shtetl a small jewish village eastern europe life full contradictions summary wikipedia omri lernau |
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11804 |
12488 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2017 |
Various |
Short Stories |
This year's Christmas collection of short stories, poems and non-fiction features 29 readings in English, Lithuanian, Spanish and Romanian. |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2017-by-various/ |
year s christmas collection short stories poems non fiction features 29 readings english lithuanian spanish romanian |
| 11841 |
11805 |
12489 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2017 |
Various |
Music |
<br />LibriVox volunteers bring you a festive selection of 22 Christmas carols for the 2017 holiday. This year's collection includes traditional favorites and lesser-known selections in English, German, Italian, and Latin. The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas.<br /><br />\n<em>Adeste Fidelis</em>; words and music traditional .<br />\n<em>Angels From the Realms of Glory</em>; words by James Montgomery (1771-1854); music by Henry Smart (1813-1879).<br />\n<em>A Babe is Born</em>; words traditional; music by BookAngel7.<br />\n<em>The Boar's Head</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>Child in the Manger</em>; words by Mary M. MacDonald (1798-1872); tune traditional.<br />\n<em>Canzone di Natale (Christmas Lullaby)</em>; words and music traditional .<br />\n<em>Christmas Once is Christmas Still</em>; words by Phillips Brooks (1835-1893); tune by BookAngel7.<br />\n<em>Coventry Carol</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>Good Christian Men Rejoice</em>; words by John Mason Neale (1818-1866 ); tune traditional.<br />\n<em>Go Tell It On the Mountain</em>; by John Wesley Work, Jr.<br />\n<em>His Advent</em>; words by Alfred Hayes (1857-1936); tune by Joseph Barnby (1838-1896).<br />\n<em>The Holly and the Ivy</em>; words and music traditional .<br />\n<em>It Came Upon a Midnight Clear</em>; by Edward H. Sears (1810-1876); music by Richard Storrs Willis (1819-1900).<br />\n<em>O Come All Ye Faithful</em>; words by Frederick Oakeley ( 1802-1880); tune traditional.<br />\n<em>O Little Town of Bethlehem</em>; words by Phillips Brooks (1835-1893); music by Lewis Henry Redner (1831-1908); additional music by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958).<br />\n<em>O Tannenbaum</em>; words by Ernst Anschütz ( 1780-1861); tune by Melchior Franck (1579-1639).<br />\n<em>Pastor Bonus</em>; words by Alfred Edward Alston (1862-1927); tune by commonsparrow3.<br />\n<em>Silent Night</em>; words in original German by Franz Xaver Gruber (1787-1863); English translation by John F. Young (1820-1885); music by Franz Xaver Gruber.<br />\n<em>Good King Wenceslaus</em>; words by John Mason Neale; music traditional .<br />\n<em>What Child Is This?</em>; words by William Chatterton Dix (1837-1898); tune traditional.<br />\n<em>While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night</em>; words by Nahum Tate (1652-1715); music by George F. Handel (1685-1759).<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2017-by-various/ |
br librivox volunteers bring festive selection 22 christmas carols 2017 holiday year s collection includes traditional favorites lesser known selections english german italian latin singers wish listeners around world happy peaceful christmas br br em adeste fidelis em words music traditional br em angels realms glory em words james montgomery 1771 1854 music henry smart 1813 1879 br em a babe born em words traditional music bookangel7 br em the boar s head em words music traditional br em child manger em words mary m macdonald 1798 1872 tune traditional br em canzone di natale christmas lullaby em words music traditional br em christmas christmas still em words phillips brooks 1835 1893 tune bookangel7 br em coventry carol em words music traditional br em god rest merry gentlemen em words music traditional br em good christian men rejoice em words john mason neale 1818 1866 tune traditional br em go tell mountain em john wesley work jr br em his advent em words alfred hayes 1857 1936 tune joseph barnby 1838 1896 br em the holly ivy em words music traditional br em it came upon midnight clear em edward h sears 1810 1876 music richard storrs willis 1819 1900 br em o come ye faithful em words frederick oakeley 1802 1880 tune traditional br em o little town bethlehem em words phillips brooks 1835 1893 music lewis henry redner 1831 1908 additional music ralph vaughan williams 1872 1958 br em o tannenbaum em words ernst anschütz 1780 1861 tune melchior franck 1579 1639 br em pastor bonus em words alfred edward alston 1862 1927 tune commonsparrow3 br em silent night em words original german franz xaver gruber 1787 1863 english translation john f young 1820 1885 music franz xaver gruber br em good king wenceslaus em words john mason neale music traditional br em what child this em words william chatterton dix 1837 1898 tune traditional br em while shepherds watched flocks night em words nahum tate 1652 1715 music george f handel 1685 1759 br br |
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11806 |
12490 |
Dawn of Mediaeval Europe: 476-918 |
John Howard Bertram Masterman |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
This volume by the British historian J.H.B. Masterman (1867-1933) is a short survey of the first four centuries after the fall of Rome. The author writes of Theodoric, King of the Ostrogoths, who sought to impose order on a shattered Italy, of the rise of the Franks under Clovis, and of the resurgence of the Eastern Empire under Justinian and his general, Belisarius. At the close of the book, Charlemagne's descendants are wrangling for power among themselves, while, writes Masterman, from "the north came the Norsemen, ravaging and plundering along every river valley which their long ships could sail; from the south came the Saracens, the pirates of the Mediterranean, and ... a foe more fierce and implacable still appeared on the eastern frontier in the Magyars or Hungarians." - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-of-mediaeval-europe-476-918-by-john-howard-bertram-masterman/ |
volume british historian j h b masterman 1867 1933 short survey first four centuries fall rome author writes theodoric king ostrogoths sought impose order shattered italy rise franks clovis resurgence eastern empire justinian general belisarius close book charlemagne s descendants wrangling power among themselves while writes masterman the north came norsemen ravaging plundering along every river valley long ships could sail south came saracens pirates mediterranean foe fierce implacable still appeared eastern frontier magyars hungarians summary pamela nagami |
| 11843 |
11807 |
12491 |
From Mud to Mufti: With Old Bill on all Fronts |
Bruce Bairnsfather |
War & Military, Humor |
This second volume of memories from the Great War (WWI) by the celebrated war cartoonist and social observer, begins with Bairnsfather's recuperation from injuries suffered in the Second Battle of Ypres and ends with the Armistice. \n\nIn this phase of his war activity, Bairnsfather is repeatedly hampered by his inability to fully recovery from his war wounds, and is eventually removed from combat service. This perceived disaster for his war career actually was a lucky break, because he was then attached to British Intelligence as an authorized war cartoonist--perhaps the only one of the war. In this capacity, he was ordered to visit the various allied fronts, observing and drawing the aspects of the war in those locations that impressed themselves upon his mind and memory. \n\nHis perspective, visiting and witnessing first hand the interactions between the various allied armies, remains unique, and his inimitable style provide a valuable as well as entertaining glimpse of allied operations in the final stages of the war. ( DrPGould) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/from-mud-to-muftiwith-old-bill-on-all-fronts-by-bruce-bairnsfather/ |
second volume memories great war wwi celebrated war cartoonist social observer begins bairnsfather s recuperation injuries suffered second battle ypres ends armistice phase war activity bairnsfather repeatedly hampered inability fully recovery war wounds eventually removed combat service perceived disaster war career actually lucky break attached british intelligence authorized war cartoonist perhaps one war capacity ordered visit various allied fronts observing drawing aspects war locations impressed upon mind memory perspective visiting witnessing first hand interactions various allied armies remains unique inimitable style provide valuable well entertaining glimpse allied operations final stages war drpgould |
| 11844 |
11808 |
12492 |
Raven and The Philosophy Of Composition |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Narratives, Literary Criticism, Writing & Linguistics |
Poe’s famous narrative poem and the author’s reflections on its composition. (David Wales) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-raven-and-the-philosophy-of-composition-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
poe s famous narrative poem author s reflections composition david wales |
| 11845 |
11809 |
12493 |
From the Easy Chair Vol. 3 |
George William Curtis |
Essays & Short Works |
The third volume of essays and observations From the Easy Chair of William Curtis, editor of Harper's Weekly and one of the founders of the American Republican party, and served Ulysses S. Grant; although he split from the party in the 1880s over the choice of presidential candidate. He was an original member of the New York Board of Education. ( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-easy-chair-vol-3-by-george-william-curtis/ |
third volume essays observations easy chair william curtis editor harper s weekly one founders american republican party served ulysses s grant although split party 1880s choice presidential candidate original member new york board education lynne thompson |
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11810 |
12494 |
Purity of Heart |
William Booth |
Christianity - Other |
William Booth, who co-founded The Salvation Army with his wife Catherine in 1865, wrote several books on the subject of holiness. Purity of Heart, which was first published in 1902, is one of the most concise of these books. Its chapters were originally open letters Booth wrote and circulated throughout The Salvation Army to be read aloud as a ten-week sermon series on the subject of purity of heart. In the first letter, Booth explains what he means by the phrase "purity of heart", and the subsequent sermons build on this theme. Each letter focuses on a different aspect of holiness, such as reasons that a pure heart is desirable, the way to become holy, and examples of people whose hearts have been purified. In accordance with their initial purpose, the letters have a structure that is typical of Salvationist preaching; many of the letters begin with a summary of the previous week's message, include frequent appeals to quoted hymn lyrics throughout, and conclude with an altar call. Although the letters together form what could be considered a Salvationist theology of holiness, this book is less a theological treatise than an impassioned call to holiness by a vibrant preacher who eagerly wishes to cast aside any obstacles his hearers may encounter in seeking it, whether those obstacles be misunderstandings, false beliefs, reasoned objections, or insufficient desire. - Summary by David Purdy |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/purity-of-heart-by-william-booth/ |
william booth co founded salvation army wife catherine 1865 wrote several books subject holiness purity heart first published 1902 one concise books chapters originally open letters booth wrote circulated throughout salvation army read aloud ten week sermon series subject purity heart first letter booth explains means phrase purity heart subsequent sermons build theme letter focuses different aspect holiness reasons pure heart desirable way become holy examples people whose hearts purified accordance initial purpose letters structure typical salvationist preaching many letters begin summary previous week s message include frequent appeals quoted hymn lyrics throughout conclude altar call although letters together form could considered salvationist theology holiness book less theological treatise impassioned call holiness vibrant preacher eagerly wishes cast aside obstacles hearers may encounter seeking it whether obstacles misunderstandings false beliefs reasoned objections insufficient desire summary david purdy |
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11811 |
12495 |
Narrative of the operations and recent discoveries within the pyramids, temples, tombs, and excavations, in Egypt and Nubia |
Giovanni Battista Belzoni |
Art, Design & Architecture, Memoirs, Modern (19th C) |
Giovanni Battista Belzoni (1778 – 1823) was an Italian explorer and pioneer archaeologist of Egyptian antiquities. He is known for his removal to England of the seven ton bust of Ramesses II, the clearing of sand from the entrance of the great temple at Abu Simbel, the discovery and documentation of the tomb of Seti I, and the first to penetrate into the second pyramid of Giza. This 1820 narrative of his travels and discoveries is fascinating. Full title: Narrative of the operations and recent discoveries within the pyramids, temples, tombs, and excavations, in Egypt and Nubia; and of a journey to the coast of the Red Sea, in search of the ancient Berenice, and of another to the oasis of Jupiter Ammon - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/narrative-of-the-operations-and-recent-discoveries-within-the-pyramids-temples-tombs-and-excavations-in-egypt-and-nubia-by-giovanni-battista-belzoni/ |
giovanni battista belzoni 1778 1823 italian explorer pioneer archaeologist egyptian antiquities known removal england seven ton bust ramesses ii clearing sand entrance great temple abu simbel discovery documentation tomb seti i first penetrate second pyramid giza 1820 narrative travels discoveries fascinating full title narrative operations recent discoveries within pyramids temples tombs excavations egypt nubia journey coast red sea search ancient berenice another oasis jupiter ammon summary david wales |
| 11848 |
11812 |
12496 |
Willow Walk |
Sinclair Lewis |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
As featured in The Best Short Stories of 1918, The Willow Walk is a trenchant tale of an elaborate heist by a dissolute man who gradually loses his mind in the process. The twist ending also should have won Lewis an O. Henry Award. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-willow-walk-by-sinclair-lewis/ |
featured best short stories 1918 willow walk trenchant tale elaborate heist dissolute man gradually loses mind process twist ending also lewis o henry award summary matt pierard |
| 11849 |
11820 |
12504 |
Memoirs of Barry Lyndon, Esq. |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
First published as a serial in Fraser's Magazine in 1844 as The Luck of Barry Lyndon, The Memoirs of Barry Lyndon, Esq is a picaresque novel, narrated (occasionally charmingly, always unreliably) by a member of the 18th-century Irish gentry. Redmond Barry, later Barry Lyndon, describes his rise to - and inevitable fall from - the top of the English aristocracy. Romantic, military and political intrigue, as well as satire and pathos, follow. Editorial notes, courtesy of Thackeray's fictitious alter ego, G. S. FitzBoodle, interject further levels of irony, humour and detachment.<br /><br />Thackeray, who based the novel in part on the life and exploits of the Anglo-Irish rake and fortune-hunter Andrew Robinson Stoney, among other historical sources, significantly revised and reissued the book in 1856 under its current title.<br /><br />Its unreliable, morally dubious narrator, metafictional editor, and multiple layers of interpretive possibility make it a fascinating precursor to the modern novel, while Thackeray's characteristic interest in the specifics of 18th-century life ensures a rich and engaging backdrop.<br /><br />In 1975, Stanley Kubrick adapted the book for his film Barry Lyndon, since widely regarded as one of the finest films ever made.<br /><br />This audiobook was read from a 1902 edition edited by Walter Jerrold, who provides a brief introduction. - Summary by mb<br /> |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-barry-lyndon-esq-by-william-makepeace-thackeray/ |
first published serial fraser s magazine 1844 luck barry lyndon memoirs barry lyndon esq picaresque novel narrated occasionally charmingly always unreliably member 18th century irish gentry redmond barry later barry lyndon describes rise inevitable fall top english aristocracy romantic military political intrigue well satire pathos follow editorial notes courtesy thackeray s fictitious alter ego g s fitzboodle interject levels irony humour detachment br br thackeray based novel part life exploits anglo irish rake fortune hunter andrew robinson stoney among historical sources significantly revised reissued book 1856 current title br br its unreliable morally dubious narrator metafictional editor multiple layers interpretive possibility make fascinating precursor modern novel thackeray s characteristic interest specifics 18th century life ensures rich engaging backdrop br br in 1975 stanley kubrick adapted book film barry lyndon since widely regarded one finest films ever made br br this audiobook read 1902 edition edited walter jerrold provides brief introduction summary mb br |
| 11850 |
11813 |
12497 |
Spider |
Fergus Hume |
Published 1900 onward |
Arthur Vernon, member of the Athenian club and member of “society,” has a secret. His father has died and left him destitute, so he has begun a private investigation agency under the name “Nemo.” It would be disastrous if this were known among his associates at the club, and especially if his intended in-laws found out. But he is quite sure no one else knows, that is until his old college classmate, Constantine Maunders, visits him with a proposition he can’t refuse. Maunders knows all, and he wants to be made a partner in the agency, providing “Nemo” with black-mail worthy information on other people in society in return for a share of the financial rewards for their silence. Vernon is appalled, particularly as “Nemo” is engaged in solving a high profile blackmail case. These are the beginning of Vernons conundrums as the clues unfold. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-spider-by-fergus-hume/ |
arthur vernon member athenian club member society secret father died left destitute begun private investigation agency name nemo would disastrous known among associates club especially intended in laws found out quite sure one else knows old college classmate constantine maunders visits proposition can t refuse maunders knows all wants made partner agency providing nemo black mail worthy information people society return share financial rewards silence vernon appalled particularly nemo engaged solving high profile blackmail case beginning vernons conundrums clues unfold summary w jenkins |
| 11851 |
11814 |
12498 |
Mrs. Solomon Smith Looking On |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Old Mrs. Solomon Smith considers herself "nothing but an ignorant old woman" who didn't have the advantages others did when growing up. However, those around her know that she's actually full of biblical wisdom and the experience of walking with Christ through the years. She shares her wisdom -- and more importantly, Christ -- to those she meets in everyday life, in a wise and gentle manner. She touches lives wherever she goes. But can her life and example touch the heart of Laura, a young woman who loves and respects her, but doesn't seem interested in religion? (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-solomon-smith-looking-on-by-pansy/ |
old mrs solomon smith considers nothing ignorant old woman advantages others growing up however around know actually full biblical wisdom experience walking christ years shares wisdom importantly christ meets everyday life wise gentle manner touches lives wherever goes life example touch heart laura young woman loves respects her seem interested religion summary triciag |
| 11852 |
11815 |
12499 |
Visit From Young Gloom |
Ring Lardner |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner was an American sports columnist and short story writer best known for his satirical writings about sports, marriage, and the theatre. He was a contemporary of Ernest Hemingway, Virginia Woolf and F. Scott Fitzgerald, all of whom professed strong admiration for Lardner's writing. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-visit-from-young-gloom-by-ring-lardner/ |
ringgold wilmer ring lardner american sports columnist short story writer best known satirical writings sports marriage theatre contemporary ernest hemingway virginia woolf f scott fitzgerald professed strong admiration lardner s writing summary wikipedia |
| 11853 |
11816 |
12500 |
Thanksgiving |
Kate Seymour MacLean |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
A tribute to the autumn season, taken from THE COMING OF THE PRINCESS, AND OTHER POEMS (1881) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/thanksgiving-by-kate-seymour-maclean/ |
tribute autumn season taken coming princess poems 1881 summary david lawrence |
| 11854 |
11817 |
12501 |
Stella Fregelius |
H. Rider Haggard |
General Fiction, Romance |
Following a shipwreck Stella is preparing to die but is unexpectedly rescued. A love triangle of an unusual sort develops where an inventor of the mobile phone, back in 1900, who is engaged, becomes involved with a woman who has a passionate mystical influence on him. The story explores the nature of death and how we should look forward to it as being a great step to a greater world. (Patrick79 ) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/stella-fregelius-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
following shipwreck stella preparing die unexpectedly rescued love triangle unusual sort develops inventor mobile phone back 1900 engaged becomes involved woman passionate mystical influence him story explores nature death look forward great step greater world patrick79 |
| 11855 |
11818 |
12502 |
Wonder Book for Girls and Boys (version 2) |
Nathaniel Hawthorne |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
THE author has long been of opinion that many of the classical myths were capable of being rendered into very capital reading for children. In the little volume here offered to the public, he has worked up half a dozen of them, with this end in view. A great freedom of treatment was necessary to his plan; but they remain essentially the same, after changes that would affect the identity of almost anything else. (Lenox - from the Preface (July 15, 1851) |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/a-wonder-book-for-girls-and-boys-version-2-by-nathaniel-hawthorne/ |
author long opinion many classical myths capable rendered capital reading children little volume offered public worked half dozen them end view great freedom treatment necessary plan remain essentially same changes would affect identity almost anything else lenox preface july 15 1851 |
| 11856 |
11819 |
12503 |
Hour of the Dragon (version 2) |
Robert E. Howard |
Fantasy Fiction |
This is absolutely the best Conan novel ever written in my opinion. It follows Conan when at the peak of his power as king of Aquilonia, he is overthrown by dark, evil magic from Stygia and turned into a hunted refugee. A 3,000 year old magician from the most evil empire that ever existed is resurrected and with his sinister aid, Conan's enemies cause the barbarian's downfall. The plot twists and turns in wonderful fashion, following the Heart of Arihman, a strange extremely powerful magic jewel from another universe. He fights back as only he can against tremendous odds; beautiful women love and aid him; other beautiful women try to kill him; he travels through many hostile countries; his days as a corsair and pirate are remembered and used; and so, so, much more. This book was a joy to read and it will be a good listen for Conan fans. (by phil Chenevert). |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-hour-of-the-dragon-version-2-by-robert-e-howard/ |
absolutely best conan novel ever written opinion follows conan peak power king aquilonia overthrown dark evil magic stygia turned hunted refugee 3 000 year old magician evil empire ever existed resurrected sinister aid conan s enemies cause barbarian s downfall plot twists turns wonderful fashion following heart arihman strange extremely powerful magic jewel another universe fights back tremendous odds beautiful women love aid him beautiful women try kill him travels many hostile countries days corsair pirate remembered used so so much more book joy read good listen conan fans by phil chenevert |
| 11857 |
11821 |
12505 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 054 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include Science and Exploration--a tribute to Egyptologist Amelia Edwards, and discourses on gravitation and relativity by Georges-Louis Le Sage and Ralph Sampson; Sociology and Society--Julio Guerrero on the Mexican character, reflections on life from Kierkegaard's Diapsalmata, Immanuel Kant on religious education, the fate of romance in the King of Siam's harem, nickelodeons, and the tragic results of an 1851 fire on small businesses in New York's Bowery; Nature--how weeds spread, animal coloration, and mountaineering in the Rockies; as well as a biography of Buster Keaton, and a treatise on British hat making in the age of Top Hats with styles named the Bang-Up and the Vis-a-Vis. (summary by Sue Anderson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-054-by-various/ |
sixteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include science exploration a tribute egyptologist amelia edwards discourses gravitation relativity georges louis le sage ralph sampson sociology society julio guerrero mexican character reflections life kierkegaard s diapsalmata immanuel kant religious education fate romance king siam s harem nickelodeons tragic results 1851 fire small businesses new york s bowery nature how weeds spread animal coloration mountaineering rockies well biography buster keaton treatise british hat making age top hats styles named bang up vis a vis summary sue anderson |
| 11858 |
11822 |
12506 |
Chaucer Storybook |
Geoffrey Chaucer |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Geoffrey Chaucer's classic "Canterbury Tales" has here been rendered into clear and contemporary English prose. These classic stories are now available to those who would like to read them without struggling through Middle English poetry. The character and humour of The Wife of Bath and other larger-than-life people created by Chaucer are now accessible to a wider audience, including children. Please note that the original Canterbury Tales includes 24 stories, of which 11 are reproduced here. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-chaucer-storybook-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
geoffrey chaucer s classic canterbury tales rendered clear contemporary english prose classic stories available would like read without struggling middle english poetry character humour wife bath larger than life people created chaucer accessible wider audience including children please note original canterbury tales includes 24 stories 11 reproduced here summary beth thomas |
| 11859 |
11823 |
12507 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 052 |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige Prosa-Texte verschiedener Genres. <br></br>\n<br></br><br></br>\n Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/index.php"> gibt es hier</a>. <br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-052-by-various/ |
diese sammlung umfasst 10 deutschsprachige prosa texte verschiedener genres br br br br br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen index php gibt es hier a br br |
| 11860 |
11824 |
12508 |
Fantasma de Canterville y otros cuentos |
Oscar Wilde |
Literary Fiction, Short works |
Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde, escritor, poeta y dramaturgo irlandés. Wilde está considerado como uno de los dramaturgos más destacados del Londres victoriano tardío; además, fue una celebridad de la época debido a su puntilloso y gran ingenio. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/el-fantasma-de-canterville-y-otros-cuentos-by-oscar-wilde/ |
oscar fingal o flahertie wills wilde escritor poeta dramaturgo irlandés wilde está considerado como uno de los dramaturgos más destacados del londres victoriano tardío además fue una celebridad de la época debido su puntilloso gran ingenio summary phileas fogg |
| 11861 |
11825 |
12509 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 027 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 15 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-027-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 15 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
| 11862 |
11826 |
12510 |
Benno Stehkragen |
Karl Ettlinger |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, War & Military Fiction |
"Armer Benno Stehkragen, dachte ich amüsiert, dir ist es im Leben kümmerlich genug gegangen, – und jetzt wird auch noch die Aufzeichnung deiner Lebensgeschichte von einem Granatsplitter durchbohrt!"\n(Zitat aus dem Vorwort)\nDas Buch wird meist als Satirewerk eingeteilt, fällt in die Sparte (Vor)Kriegsliteratur (und "Antihelden") und beschreibt in einer sentimentalen Traurigkeit - mit durchaus trocken-humorigen und lebensweisen Elementen - den Alltag eines normalen Lebens mit Tagträumen, Freuden und Leiden.\nAnmerkung: Einige (Dialog-) Stellen sind im Dialekt geschrieben. Ich versuchte nicht, diese mir fremde Aussprache nachzuahmen und hielt mich eher an die inhaltliche/wörtlich-genaue Wiedergabe. Aber ich lade jede Frankfurterin und jeden Frankfurter herzlich dazu ein, dieses Buch als Version einzulesen! :-) (Zusammenfassung von schrm) |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/benno-stehkragen-by-karl-ettlinger/ |
armer benno stehkragen dachte ich amüsiert dir ist es im leben kümmerlich genug gegangen und jetzt wird auch noch die aufzeichnung deiner lebensgeschichte von einem granatsplitter durchbohrt zitat aus dem vorwort das buch wird meist als satirewerk eingeteilt fällt die sparte vor kriegsliteratur und antihelden und beschreibt einer sentimentalen traurigkeit mit durchaus trocken humorigen und lebensweisen elementen den alltag eines normalen lebens mit tagträumen freuden und leiden anmerkung einige dialog stellen sind im dialekt geschrieben ich versuchte nicht diese mir fremde aussprache nachzuahmen und hielt mich eher die inhaltliche wörtlich genaue wiedergabe aber ich lade jede frankfurterin und jeden frankfurter herzlich dazu ein dieses buch als version einzulesen zusammenfassung von schrm |
| 11863 |
11827 |
12511 |
Verse |
Adelaide Crapsey |
Single author |
Adelaide Crapsey's experimental poetry included her creation of the cinquain. This recording was taken from the posthumously published and expanded 1922 edition of her verse. (Summary by Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/verse-by-adelaide-crapsey/ |
adelaide crapsey s experimental poetry included creation cinquain recording taken posthumously published expanded 1922 edition verse summary newgatenovelist |
| 11864 |
11828 |
12513 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 028 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 028: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-028-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 028 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 11865 |
11829 |
12514 |
Little Pilgrimages Among the Women Who Have Written Famous Books |
Edward Francis Harkins |
Biography & Autobiography |
The purpose of this book is to renew an intimate acquaintance with the women whom the American reading public regards as favorites, and to establish a like intimate acquaintance with the promising newcomers. The sketches are partly critical and partly biographical. They are the result of efforts to inform as well as to entertain. (from the Preface) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/little-pilgrimages-by-edward-francis-harkins/ |
purpose book renew intimate acquaintance women american reading public regards favorites establish like intimate acquaintance promising newcomers sketches partly critical partly biographical result efforts inform well entertain from preface |
| 11866 |
11830 |
12515 |
Jack-Knife Man |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Published 1900 onward |
<br />A lighthearted tale which revolves around old Peter Lane, who lives in a houseboat on the Mississippi River and mostly whiles away his time whittling with his jack-knife and not really doing much else. That is, until one night, a sickly woman knocks at his boat door holding her son in her arms. This encounter would change Peter's life, as the old man befriends little Buddy and is determined to keep him and raise him as his own, provided he is able to keep a host of others from laying claim to the orphan.\n<br /><br />\n(Note - While the online text for this book appears that there is no chapter 7, no chapters have been omitted from this recording.) - Summary by Roger Melin<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-jack-knife-man-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
br a lighthearted tale revolves around old peter lane lives houseboat mississippi river mostly whiles away time whittling jack knife really much else is one night sickly woman knocks boat door holding son arms encounter would change peter s life old man befriends little buddy determined keep raise own provided able keep host others laying claim orphan br br note online text book appears chapter 7 chapters omitted recording summary roger melin br br |
| 11867 |
11831 |
12516 |
Science - History of the Universe Vol. 6: Zoology & Botany |
Francis Rolt-Wheeler |
Animals, Nature, Life Sciences |
Multi-volume work on science edited by Francis Rolt-Wheeler. The sixth volume is on Zoology written by Dr. WM. D. Matthew and on Botany written by Marion E. Latham. The section on Zoology examines the development, evolution and distribution of animals. It further discusses types of animals - invertebrates and vertebrates. The section on botany touched on early development of botany and delved on structures and reproduction of plants. Development of the study of morphology and plant cell anatomy and variations were also examined. (Summary by Sienna) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-science-history-of-the-universe-vol-6-by-francis-rolt-wheeler/ |
multi volume work science edited francis rolt wheeler sixth volume zoology written dr wm d matthew botany written marion e latham section zoology examines development evolution distribution animals discusses types animals invertebrates vertebrates section botany touched early development botany delved structures reproduction plants development study morphology plant cell anatomy variations also examined summary sienna |
| 11868 |
11832 |
12517 |
Second Rubaiyat Miscellany |
Louisa Stuart Costello |
Poetry |
In 1840 Louisa Stuart Costello published in Fraser’s Magazine an article on classic Persian poetry, which included a section on Omar Khayyam with translations of some verses.\nInterest in the poetry of Omar Khayyam received its first major boost in the English speaking world when Edward Fitzgerald published a translation of 75 quatrains in 1859. Fitzgerald’s mentor was Professor Edward Byles Cowell, who, in the previous year, had published an essay entitled “Omar Khayyam, the astronomer-poet of Persia” which included translations of thirty quatrains.\nIn 1885 Whitley Stokes, a renowned Irish orientalist and linguist, published an English translation of eighteen quatrains in the journal 'Academy', nr. 663.\nIn the National Review, December, 1890 Charles J. Pickering published a lengthy essay entitled “Umar of Nishapur”, in which he compared several notable translations including those in English by Fitzgerald and Edward Whinfield and that in German by Von Hammer.\nIn 1896 Nathan Haskell Dole, acting as editor, published the following tome in two volumes: Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam English, French, German, Italian, and Danish translations comparatively arranged in accordance with the text of Edward Fitzgerald’s version with further selections, notes, biographies, bibliographies and other material. Included in the “further selections” are translations of assorted quatrains by Henry George Keene and Frank Siller.\nIn 1901 Dole and Belle Walker published two volumes of “Flowers from Persian Poets.” The first volume contains a short article about Omar Khayyam and translations of twenty two quatrains by an unknown translator.\nOmar Khayyám: some verses and an introduction by W.E.B. Whittaker & R. Löwenberg, which was published in 1907, contains a short commentary and a translation of fifty-three quatrains by the authors.\nThis recording is a sequel to <a href="https://archive.org/details/rubaiyat_miscellany_1311_librivox">A Rubaiyat Miscellany</a>, published by Librivox on 28th November, 2013\n\n\n - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-second-rubaiyat-miscellany-by-various/ |
1840 louisa stuart costello published fraser s magazine article classic persian poetry included section omar khayyam translations verses interest poetry omar khayyam received first major boost english speaking world edward fitzgerald published translation 75 quatrains 1859 fitzgerald s mentor professor edward byles cowell who previous year published essay entitled omar khayyam astronomer poet persia included translations thirty quatrains 1885 whitley stokes renowned irish orientalist linguist published english translation eighteen quatrains journal academy nr 663 national review december 1890 charles j pickering published lengthy essay entitled umar nishapur compared several notable translations including english fitzgerald edward whinfield german von hammer 1896 nathan haskell dole acting editor published following tome two volumes rubaiyat omar khayyam english french german italian danish translations comparatively arranged accordance text edward fitzgerald s version selections notes biographies bibliographies material included further selections translations assorted quatrains henry george keene frank siller 1901 dole belle walker published two volumes flowers persian poets first volume contains short article omar khayyam translations twenty two quatrains unknown translator omar khayyám verses introduction w e b whittaker r löwenberg published 1907 contains short commentary translation fifty three quatrains authors recording sequel a href https archive org details rubaiyat_miscellany_1311_librivox a rubaiyat miscellany a published librivox 28th november 2013 summary algy pug |
| 11869 |
11833 |
12518 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 02) - The Odyssey (Book 02) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Β - Ἰθακησίων ἀγορά. Τηλεμάχου ἀποδημία.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 2. Assembly of the People of Ithaca.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 2 : Assemblée des Ithacéens et départ de Télémaque<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques.<br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-2-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία β ἰθακησίων ἀγορά τηλεμάχου ἀποδημία br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 2 assembly people ithaca br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 2 assemblée des ithacéens et départ de télémaque br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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11834 |
12519 |
Migration of Birds |
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
Snow Geese which left James Bay, Canada, arrived at the Louisiana Gulf coast "60 hours later after a continuous flight of over 1,700 miles at an average speed of 28 miles per hour." This is just one of the many intriguing facts about bird migration contained in this 1998 circular from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Informative and up-to-date chapters discuss flight speed and rate of migration, migration routes, and techniques for studying migration. A final chapter, Future Directions, concludes "Migratory pathways evolved over the eons in expectation of a moderately stable environment with sufficient food and cover along appropriate corridors that connected sustaining winter ranges with suitable breeding areas... But human impacts on the environment generate rates of change that exceed many species' ability to adapt." Summary by Sue Anderson. |
English |
1998 |
https://librivox.org/migration-of-birds-by-us-fish-and-wildlife-service/ |
snow geese left james bay canada arrived louisiana gulf coast 60 hours later continuous flight 1 700 miles average speed 28 miles per hour one many intriguing facts bird migration contained 1998 circular u s fish wildlife service informative up to date chapters discuss flight speed rate migration migration routes techniques studying migration final chapter future directions concludes migratory pathways evolved eons expectation moderately stable environment sufficient food cover along appropriate corridors connected sustaining winter ranges suitable breeding areas human impacts environment generate rates change exceed many species ability adapt summary sue anderson |
| 11871 |
11835 |
12520 |
Manon Lescaut y el caballero des Grieux |
Abbé Prévost |
General Fiction, Romance |
Manon Lescaut es uno de los romances mas intensos de la Literatura, un recorrido intrincado por la pasión, la virtud y la razón en un tramo en el que todo evoluciona como un torrente desbocado, un rio bravo en el que nadie puede aguantar con los pies firmes ni mantener el rumbo hacia un destino seguro, pero tampoco quiere abandonar un barco que avanza irremediablemente hacia el desastre.\nUna obra deliciosa y terrible que ha inspirado dos óperas, varias películas y series de televisión. La eterna historia de un amor loco en el que todo lo consume un fuego abrasador llamado Manon. (Ramón Higueras) |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/manon-lescaut-y-el-caballero-des-grieux-by-abbe-prevost/ |
manon lescaut es uno de los romances mas intensos de la literatura un recorrido intrincado por la pasión la virtud la razón en un tramo en el que todo evoluciona como un torrente desbocado un rio bravo en el que nadie puede aguantar con los pies firmes ni mantener el rumbo hacia un destino seguro pero tampoco quiere abandonar un barco que avanza irremediablemente hacia el desastre una obra deliciosa terrible que ha inspirado dos óperas varias películas series de televisión la eterna historia de un amor loco en el que todo lo consume un fuego abrasador llamado manon ramón higueras |
| 11872 |
11836 |
12521 |
Study Of Army Camp Life During American Revolution |
Mary Hazel Snuff |
War & Military, Early Modern |
Housing, Food, Clothing, Health, Sanitation, Recreation, Religion, Duties, Discipline. A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of master of arts in history in the Graduate School of the University of Illinois 1918. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-study-of-army-camp-life-during-american-revolution-by-mary-hazel-snuff/ |
housing food clothing health sanitation recreation religion duties discipline thesis submitted partial fulfillment requirements degree master arts history graduate school university illinois 1918 summary david wales |
| 11873 |
11837 |
12522 |
Anton Tchekhov: and other essays |
Lev Shestov |
Essays & Short Works |
This book was called Nachala i Kontzy when first published in 1908 in Russian and has been titled Anton Tchekhov and other essays as well as Penultimate Words in English when published in 1916. Lev Shestov, like Soren Kierkegaard before him, liked to ask questions. He asks if its possible to disentangle the hidden meaning of Tchekhov's works. If Dostoevsky is doomed eternally to be 'on the eve'. What if every possibility should have been exhausted, and endless repetition should begin? He discusses writers and philosophers such as Schopenhauer, Ibsen, Dostoevsky, Kant, and the ancient Greek philosophers in this book. Shestov has been called a Christian philosopher who philosophized with all his being. (by Craig Campbell) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/anton-tchekhov-and-other-essays-by-lev-shestov/ |
book called nachala kontzy first published 1908 russian titled anton tchekhov essays well penultimate words english published 1916 lev shestov like soren kierkegaard him liked ask questions asks possible disentangle hidden meaning tchekhov s works dostoevsky doomed eternally on eve every possibility exhausted endless repetition begin discusses writers philosophers schopenhauer ibsen dostoevsky kant ancient greek philosophers book shestov called christian philosopher philosophized being by craig campbell |
| 11874 |
11838 |
12523 |
Ins and Outs of Paris or Paris by Day and Night |
Julie de Marguerittes |
Travel & Geography |
Paris has been often described, by travelers, by artists, by savants, by friends and by enemies, yet it was after reading most of the works descriptive of Paris that I felt how much there was still to be written, if not about Paris, at least about the Parisians. (excerpt from the book) |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-ins-and-outs-of-paris-or-paris-by-day-and-night-by-julie-de-marguerittes/ |
paris often described travelers artists savants friends enemies yet reading works descriptive paris felt much still written paris least parisians excerpt book |
| 11875 |
11839 |
12524 |
Atlantic Classics |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
The Atlantic was a popular periodical with a wide range of essays and stories. In an effort to remain current, many strong and valid submissions ended up being pushed aside. The Atlantic Classic was an experimental publication, drawing on some sixteen of these good but rejected essays. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/atlantic-classics-by-various/ |
atlantic popular periodical wide range essays stories effort remain current many strong valid submissions ended pushed aside atlantic classic experimental publication drawing sixteen good rejected essays summary lynne thompson |
| 11876 |
11840 |
12525 |
Hurrahing in Harvest |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Gerard Manley Hopkins SJ was an English poet, Catholic and Jesuit priest, whose posthumous fame established him among the leading Victorian poets. His manipulation of prosody (particularly his invention of sprung rhythm and use of imagery) established him as an innovative writer of verse. Two of his major themes were nature and religion. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/hurrahing-in-harvest-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
gerard manley hopkins sj english poet catholic jesuit priest whose posthumous fame established among leading victorian poets manipulation prosody particularly invention sprung rhythm use imagery established innovative writer verse two major themes nature religion wikipedia |
| 11877 |
11841 |
12526 |
World’s Story Volume I: China, Japan and the Islands of the Pacific |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, Poetry, Essays & Short Works |
This is the first volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century.<br>\n\nTopics in Part I include China, Korea, Japan and the Islands of the Pacific. - Summary by Sonia\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list for The Sorrows of Han:<BR>\n\n Emperor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\n Lady/Princess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n Attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n Envoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\n President of the Council: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\n Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n <BR><BR>Cast list for Ribs and Skin:<BR>\n\n Rector: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\n Curate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\n First Parishioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\n Second Parishioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n Third Parishioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\n Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-i-china-japan-and-the-islands-of-the-pacific-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
first volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century br topics part include china korea japan islands pacific summary sonia br br cast list sorrows han br emperor a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br lady princess a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br attendant a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br envoy a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a br president council a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br br cast list ribs skin br rector a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br curate a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br first parishioner a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br second parishioner a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br third parishioner a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
| 11878 |
11842 |
12528 |
Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi |
Yone Noguchi |
Poetry |
"Yone Noguchi was an influential Japanese writer of poetry, fiction, essays, and literary criticism in both English and Japanese. Critical evaluations of Noguchi, while varying drastically, have frequently stressed the enigmatic character of his work. Arthur Symons referred to him as a "scarcely to be apprehended personality." Arthur Ransome called him "a poet whose poems are so separate that a hundred of them do not suffice for his expression." Ezra Pound, on first reading The Pilgrimage in 1911 wrote that "His poems seem to be rather beautiful. I don't quite know what to think about them." Nishiwaki Junzaburō wrote, "Most of his earlier poems have always seemed to me so terrific, so bewildering, as to startle me out of reason or system." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-yone-noguchi-by-yone-noguchi/ |
yone noguchi influential japanese writer poetry fiction essays literary criticism english japanese critical evaluations noguchi varying drastically frequently stressed enigmatic character work arthur symons referred scarcely apprehended personality arthur ransome called a poet whose poems separate hundred suffice expression ezra pound first reading pilgrimage 1911 wrote his poems seem rather beautiful quite know think them nishiwaki junzaburō wrote most earlier poems always seemed terrific bewildering startle reason system summary wikipedia |
| 11879 |
11843 |
12529 |
Niagara |
John Campbell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John George Edward Henry Douglas Sutherland Campbell, 9th Duke of Argyll, usually better known by the courtesy title Marquess of Lorne, by which he was known between 1847 and 1900, was a British nobleman and was the fourth Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883. He is now remembered primarily for the place names bestowed on Canadian geography in honour of his wife. For ten years before coming to Canada. Lorne traveled throughout North and Central America, writing travel literature and poetry. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/niagara-by-john-campbell/ |
john george edward henry douglas sutherland campbell 9th duke argyll usually better known courtesy title marquess lorne known 1847 1900 british nobleman fourth governor general canada 1878 1883 remembered primarily place names bestowed canadian geography honour wife ten years coming canada lorne traveled throughout north central america writing travel literature poetry summary wikipedia |
| 11880 |
11844 |
12530 |
Tobogganing |
Hattie Howard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"This author's verse shows a hearty, wholesome, human spirit, sometimes overflowing into downright fun, and a straightforward directness always. It is a pleasant book, sure to be welcomed by all." (EXTRACTS FROM PRESS NOTICES OF A FORMER VOLUME.) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tobogganing-by-hattie-howard/ |
this author s verse shows hearty wholesome human spirit sometimes overflowing downright fun straightforward directness always pleasant book sure welcomed all extracts press notices former volume |
| 11881 |
11845 |
12531 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. X, No 1, June 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems and brief descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-x-no-1-june-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems brief descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 11882 |
11846 |
12532 |
Book of Scoundrels |
Charles Whibley |
History |
An ironic history of British criminals, mostly pre-Victorian pickpockets, highwaymen and thieves. Here we meet Moll Cutpurse the Queen of thieves, Jonathan Wild the Thief-taker General, Captain Hind the gallant highwayman and many others. The book begins with an essay on the artistic achievements of thievery followed by a sequence of short biographies. Summary by Greg Lewin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-scoundrels-by-charles-whibley/ |
ironic history british criminals mostly pre victorian pickpockets highwaymen thieves meet moll cutpurse queen thieves jonathan wild thief taker general captain hind gallant highwayman many others book begins essay artistic achievements thievery followed sequence short biographies summary greg lewin |
| 11883 |
11847 |
12533 |
Uphill Climb |
B. M. Bower |
Westerns |
Ford Campbell is a hard-working, honest, decent cowboy—when he’s sober. But give him a bottle of whiskey and all bets are off. Usually it just makes him rowdy, but this time…well, this time he thinks there might just have been a wedding. Was he the groom? Who was the bride? And where is she? ( Tom Penn) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-uphill-climb-by-b-m-bower/ |
ford campbell hard working honest decent cowboy when he s sober give bottle whiskey bets off usually makes rowdy time well time thinks might wedding groom bride she tom penn |
| 11884 |
11848 |
12534 |
Bill Bolton and Hidden Danger |
Noel E. Sainsbury, Jr. |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Third entry in series of mystery-adventures about Midshipman Bill Bolton, a 17-year-old US Navy pilot. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/bill-bolton-and-hidden-danger-by-noel-e-sainsbury-jr/ |
third entry series mystery adventures midshipman bill bolton 17 year old us navy pilot summary matt pierard |
| 11885 |
11849 |
12535 |
Mark Twain; his life and work. A biographical sketch |
William M. Clemens |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
As far as anyone has been able to establish, Will Clemens was NOT related to Sam Clemens (Mark Twain), though they did become acquaintances. The 200-page biography Will Clemens wrote and published himself may have been the earliest full-length study of MT. It was published July 1,1892 as "No. 1" in a paperback series called "The Pacific Library," price 25¢, and did well enough to be republished in 1894 by a publisher in Chicago. Throughout the book Clemens relies mainly on other writers' previously published work. (summary by John Greenman) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-by-william-m-clemens/ |
far anyone able establish clemens related sam clemens mark twain though become acquaintances 200 page biography clemens wrote published may earliest full length study mt published july 1 1892 no 1 paperback series called the pacific library price 25 well enough republished 1894 publisher chicago throughout book clemens relies mainly writers previously published work summary john greenman |
| 11886 |
11850 |
12536 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 9) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 6 chronicles Lincoln's life in 1864, including the battles of that summer and Lincoln's reelection. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-9-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 6 chronicles lincoln s life 1864 including battles summer lincoln s reelection summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 11887 |
11851 |
12537 |
Abraham Lincoln: A History (Volume 10) |
John Hay |
Biography & Autobiography |
Abraham Lincoln: A History is an 1890 ten-volume account of the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, written by John Nicolay and John Hay, who were his personal secretaries during the American Civil War. Volume 10 chronicles Lincoln's life in early 1865, including his assassination and the events following. (Summary adapted from wikipedia by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/abraham-lincoln-a-history-volume-10-by-john-hay/ |
abraham lincoln history 1890 ten volume account life times abraham lincoln written john nicolay john hay personal secretaries american civil war volume 10 chronicles lincoln s life early 1865 including assassination events following summary adapted wikipedia ann boulais |
| 11888 |
11852 |
12538 |
Miss Dee Dunmore Bryant |
Pansy |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
The Bryant family - widowed Mrs. Bryant and her children Benjamin, Caroline ("Line" for short), and little Daisy - is on the thin edge of poverty due to debt incurred when Mr. Bryant was alive. We follow the family, especially Ben and Daisy, as they help shoulder some of the burden. Prominent in the story are children's dolls, which are the means to some of the family's income. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/miss-dee-dunmore-bryant-by-pansy/ |
bryant family widowed mrs bryant children benjamin caroline line short little daisy thin edge poverty due debt incurred mr bryant alive follow family especially ben daisy help shoulder burden prominent story children s dolls means family s income summary triciag |
| 11889 |
11853 |
12539 |
Central Period of the Middle Age 918-1273 |
Beatrice A. Lees |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Beatrice Lees writes that the history of the period of the Middle Ages from 918 to 1273 is that of "a heroic period, the age of feudalism and monasticism, of chivalry and the Crusades." The era opened "with gloomy prospects for Western Christendom. On every side danger threatened" from the Vikings, the Saracens, and the Magyars. But better things lie in store in this little volume as the Capetian dynasty is founded in France, the Holy Roman Empire becomes the political center of Europe under Frederick Barbarossa, the Papacy attains its greatest influence under Innocent III, and Frederick II, called "stupor mundi," the wonder of the world, rules the cosmopolitan Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-central-period-of-the-middle-age-918-1273-by-beatrice-a-lees/ |
beatrice lees writes history period middle ages 918 1273 a heroic period age feudalism monasticism chivalry crusades era opened with gloomy prospects western christendom every side danger threatened vikings saracens magyars better things lie store little volume capetian dynasty founded france holy roman empire becomes political center europe frederick barbarossa papacy attains greatest influence innocent iii frederick ii called stupor mundi wonder world rules cosmopolitan kingdom two sicilies summary pamela nagami |
| 11890 |
11854 |
12540 |
Countess of Lowndes Square, and Other Stories |
E. F. Benson |
Single Author Collections |
A collection of fourteen short stories, grouped under the headings of "Blackmailing Stories", "Spook Stories", "Cat Stories", "Crank Stories", and "General Stories". From the preface: "[S]uch readers as are in search merely of the lighter...aspects of life, will be able to avoid like poison so innocent-looking a title as "The Countess of Lowndes Square," for surely they would not find therein the fashionable descriptions of high life which they might reasonably anticipate, but would merely cast the book from them in disgust, when they discovered that one who had been the wife of an Earl, and ought therefore to have known ever so much better, belonged to the most contemptible of the criminal classes." - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-countess-of-lowndes-square-and-other-stories-by-e-f-benson/ |
collection fourteen short stories grouped headings blackmailing stories spook stories cat stories crank stories general stories preface s uch readers search merely lighter aspects life able avoid like poison innocent looking title the countess lowndes square surely would find therein fashionable descriptions high life might reasonably anticipate would merely cast book disgust discovered one wife earl ought therefore known ever much better belonged contemptible criminal classes summary devorah allen |
| 11891 |
11855 |
12541 |
Wheels - The Fourth Cycle |
Aldous Huxley |
|
A series of six volumes of Wheels anthologies was produced by members of the Sitwell family between 1916 and 1922. The fourth volume, published in 1919, contains several notable poems by the recently deceased Wilfred Owen. The other poets represented are Francisco Quevedo, Aldous Huxley, Arnold James, Iris Tree, Sherard Vines, and Edith, Osbert and Sacheverell Sitwell. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-fourth-cycle-by-various/ |
series six volumes wheels anthologies produced members sitwell family 1916 1922 fourth volume published 1919 contains several notable poems recently deceased wilfred owen poets represented francisco quevedo aldous huxley arnold james iris tree sherard vines edith osbert sacheverell sitwell summary algy pug |
| 11892 |
11856 |
12542 |
Elements of Anatomy and Physiology |
William Ruschenberger |
Medical, Life Sciences |
The Elements of Anatomy and Physiology is one in a Series of First Books of Natural History Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges. This succinct little textbook from 1852 presents an introduction to the workings of the human body. The information, albeit not current, is still interesting and of use as a general overview of the subject as well as interesting look into the period. Please note that some of the information may have changed considerably since this time. The author was a surgeon in the U.S. Navy and president of the Academy of Natural Sciences. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-anatomy-and-physiology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
elements anatomy physiology one series first books natural history prepared use schools colleges succinct little textbook 1852 presents introduction workings human body information albeit current still interesting use general overview subject well interesting look period please note information may changed considerably since time author surgeon u s navy president academy natural sciences summary a gramour |
| 11893 |
11857 |
12543 |
Amends for Ladies |
Nathan Field |
Comedy |
Amends for Ladies falls within the genre of Jacobean city comedy. Three women debate which has the better lot: a maid, a wife, or a widow. Lady Honour, the maid, is loved by her servant, Ingen, and disguises herself as a boy to become servant to him. Lady Perfect, the wife, is suspected by her husband, Love-all, of infidelity; Love-all tries to trap his wife by having his devious friend, Subtle, seduce her. A young citizen, Bold, disguises himself as an old woman to enter into the service of the widow, Lady Bright, in the hopes of gaining access to her bed. Amends for Ladies also features a duel-gone-wrong, bawdy jokes aplenty, and a guest appearance by the "Roaring Girl" herself, Moll Cutpurse. - Summary by Rob Board\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br />\nBold: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a></b><br />\nLord Feesimple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nLady Bright: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br />\nWelltried: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nLord Proudly: <a href="https://librivox.org/readers/8879">SonOfTheExiles</a><br />\nIngen/Count: <a href="https://librivox.org/readers/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nLady Honour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nSubtle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br />\nLady Perfect: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br />\nLove-all: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br />\nGrace: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br />\nFrank: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\nSeldom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br />\nMoll Cutpurse/Tearchaps: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br />\nPage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a><br />\nDrawer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10458">ScarlettG</a><br />\nServant/Bots: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br />\nWhorebang: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Carolin</a><br />\nSpillblood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br />\nSergeant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br />\nPriest: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\n<b>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a></b><br /> |
English |
1744 |
https://librivox.org/amends-for-ladies-by-nathan-field/ |
amends ladies falls within genre jacobean city comedy three women debate better lot maid wife widow lady honour maid loved servant ingen disguises boy become servant him lady perfect wife suspected husband love all infidelity love all tries trap wife devious friend subtle seduce her young citizen bold disguises old woman enter service widow lady bright hopes gaining access bed amends ladies also features duel gone wrong bawdy jokes aplenty guest appearance roaring girl herself moll cutpurse summary rob board b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br bold a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a b br lord feesimple a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br lady bright a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br welltried a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lord proudly a href https librivox org readers 8879 sonoftheexiles a br ingen count a href https librivox org readers 8425 larry wilson a br lady honour a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br subtle a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lady perfect a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br love all a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br grace a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br frank a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br seldom a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br moll cutpurse tearchaps a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br page a href https librivox org reader 9810 stoofy a br drawer a href https librivox org reader 10458 scarlettg a br servant bots a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br whorebang a href https librivox org reader 5244 carolin a br spillblood a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br sergeant a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br priest a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br b edited by a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a b br |
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11858 |
12544 |
Elements of Botany |
Asa Gray |
Reference, Life Sciences |
The book is intended to ground beginners in Structural Botany and the principles of vegetable life, mainly as concerns Flowering or Phanerogamous plants, with which botanical instruction should always begin; also to be a companion and interpreter to the Manuals and Floras by which the student threads his flowery way to a clear knowledge of the surrounding vegetable creation. Such a book, like a grammar, must needs abound in technical words, which thus arrayed may seem formidable; nevertheless, if rightly apprehended, this treatise should teach that the study of botany is not the learning of names and terms, but the acquisition of knowledge and ideas. No effort should be made to commit technical terms to memory. Any term used in describing a plant or explaining its structure can be looked up when it is wanted, and that should suffice. On the other hand, plans of structure, types, adaptations, and modifications, once understood, are not readily forgotten; and they give meaning and interest to the technical terms used in explaining them. - Summary by Asa Gray |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-botany-by-asa-gray/ |
book intended ground beginners structural botany principles vegetable life mainly concerns flowering phanerogamous plants botanical instruction always begin also companion interpreter manuals floras student threads flowery way clear knowledge surrounding vegetable creation book like grammar must needs abound technical words thus arrayed may seem formidable nevertheless rightly apprehended treatise teach study botany learning names terms acquisition knowledge ideas effort made commit technical terms memory term used describing plant explaining structure looked wanted suffice hand plans structure types adaptations modifications understood readily forgotten give meaning interest technical terms used explaining them summary asa gray |
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11859 |
12545 |
Strange Visitation |
Marie Corelli |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The Strange Visitation is a Christmas ghost story in the spirit of Dickens' A Christmas Carol. It was commissioned by the Strand as a supplement to its December volume of that year. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-visitation-by-marie-corelli/ |
strange visitation christmas ghost story spirit dickens christmas carol commissioned strand supplement december volume year summary a gramour |
| 11896 |
11860 |
12546 |
Micrographia |
Robert Hooke |
Nature, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences |
Published in 1665, this is the first publication of the Royal Society and considered to be the first scientific best-seller. As opposed to the Latin of other publications of the time like Newton's 'Principia Mathematica', it was written in English to make it accessible to all. Robert Hooke uses the then fairly new microscope to cover many different subjects including insects, plants, organic material, and even the stars and moon, all fully illustrated by Hooke in detailed hand-drawn diagrams. <br>\n\nThe many illustrations which are frequently referenced <a href="http://www.imgur.com/a/yILBX">can be found here</a> (Summary by Jordan) |
English |
1665 |
https://librivox.org/micrographia-by-robert-hooke/ |
published 1665 first publication royal society considered first scientific best seller opposed latin publications time like newton s principia mathematica written english make accessible all robert hooke uses fairly new microscope cover many different subjects including insects plants organic material even stars moon fully illustrated hooke detailed hand drawn diagrams br many illustrations frequently referenced a href http www imgur com a yilbx can found here a summary jordan |
| 11897 |
11861 |
12547 |
History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 2, October 1909 |
Various |
History |
The History Teacher's Magazine was a monthly publication devoted to the interests of teachers specializing in history, civics, and geography. It provides scholarly articles as well as advice on organizing course content, tips for engaging students, book reviews, and inspiration. - Summary by Sarah Jennings |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-teachers-magazine-vol-i-no-2-october-1909-by-various/ |
history teacher s magazine monthly publication devoted interests teachers specializing history civics geography provides scholarly articles well advice organizing course content tips engaging students book reviews inspiration summary sarah jennings |
| 11898 |
11862 |
12548 |
Half a Century |
Jane Grey Swisshelm |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Family & Relationships |
In the spring of 1850, while the United States was polarized over the slavery debate and Daniel Webster was negotiating the compromise of that year, the outspoken abolitionist, feminist, and journalist, Jane Grey Swisshelm (1815-1884) unleashed a congressional sex scandal. Frustrated by what she saw as the Massachusetts senator's surrender to the Southern Slave Power, she published an article alleging Webster's marital infidelities with women of color. As a result of the media storm that followed, Swisshelm lost her job at the New York Tribune. This is but one of the many episodes found in her 1880 autobiography, "Half a Century," which is a narrative of the frontier, of the fight against slavery, and of Swisshelm's fearless, compassionate, and innovative work as a surgical nurse treating Union soldiers who had suffered the most terrible wounds of war. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/half-a-century-by-jane-grey-swisshelm/ |
spring 1850 united states polarized slavery debate daniel webster negotiating compromise year outspoken abolitionist feminist journalist jane grey swisshelm 1815 1884 unleashed congressional sex scandal frustrated saw massachusetts senator s surrender southern slave power published article alleging webster s marital infidelities women color result media storm followed swisshelm lost job new york tribune one many episodes found 1880 autobiography half century narrative frontier fight slavery swisshelm s fearless compassionate innovative work surgical nurse treating union soldiers suffered terrible wounds war pamela nagami m d |
| 11899 |
11863 |
12549 |
Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians, in the Higher and Middle Classes in this Country, Contrasted with Real Christianity |
William Wilberforce |
Christianity - Other |
William Wilberforce was an English politician best known for his leadership in the movement to stop the slave trade. He began his political career in 1780, eventually becoming an independent Member of Parliament (MP) for Yorkshire (1784–1812). In 1785, he became an Evangelical Christian, which resulted in major changes to his lifestyle and a lifelong concern for reform. In 1797, after working on the book for four years, Wilberforce published "A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians in the Higher and Middle Classes of This Country Contrasted With Real Christianity." In it, he speaks candidly about the differences between true faith and nominal religion. Through a mix of rational argument, personal testimony, and ardent exhortation, Wilberforce calls for a revival of true Christianity in his country. The book proved to be influential and a best-seller by the standards of the day, with 7,500 copies sold in the first six months. It has also been revived several times since, with some updated translations published in modern English. This recording is of the original text. - Summary by Lillis Joy |
English |
1797 |
https://librivox.org/a-practical-view-of-the-prevailing-religious-system-by-william-wilberforce/ |
william wilberforce english politician best known leadership movement stop slave trade began political career 1780 eventually becoming independent member parliament mp yorkshire 1784 1812 1785 became evangelical christian resulted major changes lifestyle lifelong concern reform 1797 working book four years wilberforce published a practical view prevailing religious system professed christians higher middle classes country contrasted real christianity it speaks candidly differences true faith nominal religion mix rational argument personal testimony ardent exhortation wilberforce calls revival true christianity country book proved influential best seller standards day 7 500 copies sold first six months also revived several times since updated translations published modern english recording original text summary lillis joy |
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11864 |
12550 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 20: Carta del Apóstol Santiago |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
La carta del apóstol Santiago es comúnmente conocida como "los Proverbios del Nuevo Testamento". En esta epístola, Santiago, (también conocido como Jacobo) recuerda a los cristianos, de manera práctica y fiel, cómo vivir. Desde la perseverancia hasta la verdadera fe, el control de la lengua, el sometimiento a la voluntad de Dios y la paciencia, esta carta ayuda a los lectores a vivir de manera auténtica y sabia para Cristo. Esta es una de las primeras escrituras del Nuevo Testamento (40-50 A.C). Se cree que fue escrita por el hermano del Señor Jesús, Jacobo. Muchos han afirmado que Santiago y el apóstol Pablo difieren en la cuestión de la fe versus las obras, pero en realidad la fruición espiritual de la que habla Santiago -la imagen práctica de la fe- demuestra la fe verdadera de la que Pablo escribió, de manera que sus escritos son complementarios y no contradictorios.<br /><br />=================<br /><br />The letter of the apostle James is commonly known as "the New Testament Proverbs." In this epistle, James, reminds Christians, in a practical and faithful way, how to live. From perseverance to true faith, control of the tongue, submission to the will of God and patience, this letter helps readers to live authentically and wisely for Christ. This is one of the first scriptures of the New Testament (40-50 BC). It is believed that it was written by the brother of the Lord Jesus, James. Many have affirmed that James and the apostle Paul differ in the question of faith versus works, but in reality the spiritual fruition of which James speaks - the practical image of faith - demonstrates the true faith of which Paul wrote, so that his writings are complementary and not contradictory. - Summary by Claudia R. Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/carta-del-apostol-santiago-by-reina-valera/ |
la carta del apóstol santiago es comúnmente conocida como los proverbios del nuevo testamento en esta epístola santiago también conocido como jacobo recuerda los cristianos de manera práctica fiel cómo vivir desde la perseverancia hasta la verdadera fe el control de la lengua el sometimiento la voluntad de dios la paciencia esta carta ayuda los lectores vivir de manera auténtica sabia para cristo esta es una de las primeras escrituras del nuevo testamento 40 50 a c se cree que fue escrita por el hermano del señor jesús jacobo muchos han afirmado que santiago el apóstol pablo difieren en la cuestión de la fe versus las obras pero en realidad la fruición espiritual de la que habla santiago la imagen práctica de la fe demuestra la fe verdadera de la que pablo escribió de manera que sus escritos son complementarios contradictorios br br br br the letter apostle james commonly known the new testament proverbs epistle james reminds christians practical faithful way live perseverance true faith control tongue submission god patience letter helps readers live authentically wisely christ one first scriptures new testament 40 50 bc believed written brother lord jesus james many affirmed james apostle paul differ question faith versus works reality spiritual fruition james speaks practical image faith demonstrates true faith paul wrote writings complementary contradictory summary claudia r barrett |
| 11901 |
11865 |
12551 |
You Never Can Tell |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/you-never-can-tell-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone summary wikipedia |
| 11902 |
11866 |
12552 |
Stolen Singer |
Martha Bellinger |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Agatha Redmond, a popular soprano, is kidnapped in New York City by thugs unknown, shortly after she learns of a hefty inheritance from a friend of her mother's. Coming to her rescue is a wealthy young businessman named James Hambleton, late of Lynn, MA, and this is just the first two chapters. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-stolen-singer-by-martha-bellinger/ |
agatha redmond popular soprano kidnapped new york city thugs unknown shortly learns hefty inheritance friend mother s coming rescue wealthy young businessman named james hambleton late lynn ma first two chapters summary matt pierard |
| 11903 |
11867 |
12553 |
Arabian Nights Entertainments, Volume 03 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The third of four volumes of Middle Eastern tales, originally written in Arabic. Scheherazade tries to prolong her husband's interest in her - and therefore her life - by telling her tales in installments. - Summary by Gillian Hendrie |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-arabian-nights-entertainments-volume-3-by-anonymous/ |
third four volumes middle eastern tales originally written arabic scheherazade tries prolong husband s interest therefore life telling tales installments summary gillian hendrie |
| 11904 |
11868 |
12554 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 7: Part 3: Murat |
Alexandre Dumas |
War & Military, True Crime |
Amidst the political winds from Napoleon’s downfall, this tale turns our attention to the flight of a former French marshal and King of Naples, Joachim Murat. Murat, unhappy with the deal he made to obtain pardon from the Austrian Emperor, takes a life-ending resolution to retake his crown rather than live in peaceful obscurity. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-7-part-3-murat-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
amidst political winds napoleon s downfall tale turns attention flight former french marshal king naples joachim murat murat unhappy deal made obtain pardon austrian emperor takes life ending resolution retake crown rather live peaceful obscurity summary jvanstan |
| 11905 |
11869 |
12555 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 031 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 031: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-031-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 031 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 11906 |
11870 |
12556 |
Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin |
Benjamin Franklin |
Biography & Autobiography |
In Benjamin Franklin's lifetime, he kept good record of his life and travels, and although Franklin was never a president, he still plays a crucial part in our American history. (Summary by Elijah Fisher) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-autobiography-of-benjamin-franklin-by-benjamin-franklin/ |
benjamin franklin s lifetime kept good record life travels although franklin never president still plays crucial part american history summary elijah fisher |
| 11907 |
11871 |
12557 |
Story of the Amulet (version 3 dramatic reading) |
E. Nesbit |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Five Children (from Five Children and It) are once again on holidays, but this time with no sand fairy to grant wishes - or is there? In a pet shop they meet with their friend the Psammead again, and a whirlwind adventure follows through time and space! The magical Amulet has been broken in half, and they must find and reunite the lost half with their own. But they are not the only ones seeking the power of the Amulet...<br><br>The third book of the "Psammead" Trilogy follows directly on from the event of "Five Children and It" and "The Phoenix and the Carpet". - Summary by Beth Thomas\n<br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Cyril: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>Anthea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Robert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Jane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a><br>The Psammead: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>Jimmy "The Learned Gentleman": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br><br>Other characters read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10175">Evie Maria</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11884">Gillian Hendrie</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11916">graceahlin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11324">Jenna Eleni</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12402">Lee Meredith</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12478">Michael Jarvis</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12236">RajVO</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12260">Robert Robinson</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">SonOfTheExiles</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11617">Starling Reader</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12240">Tyler Hulegaard</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10176">Zoe Trang</a>, <br><br><br>Audio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/story-amulet-3-by-e-nesbit/ |
five children from five children it holidays time sand fairy grant wishes there pet shop meet friend psammead again whirlwind adventure follows time space magical amulet broken half must find reunite lost half own ones seeking power amulet br br the third book psammead trilogy follows directly event five children it the phoenix carpet summary beth thomas br narrator a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br cyril a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br anthea a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br robert a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br jane a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a br the psammead a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br jimmy the learned gentleman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br br other characters read by a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a a href https librivox org reader 10175 evie maria a a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a a href https librivox org reader 11884 gillian hendrie a a href https librivox org reader 11916 graceahlin a a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a a href https librivox org reader 11324 jenna eleni a a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a a href https librivox org reader 12402 lee meredith a a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a a href https librivox org reader 12478 michael jarvis a a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a a href https librivox org reader 12236 rajvo a a href https librivox org reader 12260 robert robinson a a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a a href https librivox org reader 8879 sonoftheexiles a a href https librivox org reader 11617 starling reader a a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a a href https librivox org reader 12240 tyler hulegaard a a href https librivox org reader 10176 zoe trang a br br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br |
| 11908 |
11877 |
12564 |
Jurisprudence |
John Salmond |
Law |
"[This book] is written primarily for the use of those students of the law who are desirous of laying a scientific foundation for their legal education ; yet I hope that it will not be found destitute of interest by those lawyers whose academic studies lie behind them, but who have not wholly ceased to concern themselves with the theoretical and scientific aspects of the law. Further, a great part of what I have written is sufficiently free from the technicalities and details of the concrete legal system to serve the purposes of laymen" (From the preface) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/jurisprudence-by-john-salmond/ |
this book written primarily use students law desirous laying scientific foundation legal education yet hope found destitute interest lawyers whose academic studies lie behind them wholly ceased concern theoretical scientific aspects law further great part written sufficiently free technicalities details concrete legal system serve purposes laymen from preface |
| 11909 |
12714 |
13437 |
Little Stories of Married Life |
Mary Stewart Cutting |
Romance |
Marriage is a big adventure. It makes for great stories, too: both in case of a happy marriage and in case of an unhappy one. Eleven of these stories are collected in this collection, concerning all the different obstacles that a couple may face during courtship, engagement, wedding, and the actual marriage. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/little-stories-of-married-life-by-mary-stewart-cutting/ |
marriage big adventure makes great stories too case happy marriage case unhappy one eleven stories collected collection concerning different obstacles couple may face courtship engagement wedding actual marriage summary carolin |
| 11910 |
11872 |
12558 |
Pearl (Coulton translation) |
The Gawain Poet |
Poetry |
A companion piece to From Jerusalem to Revelations in the Librivox catalogue (https://librivox.org/jerusalem-to-revelations-a-quartet-of-spiritual-explorations-by-unknown/). Pearl, believed to have been written by the author of the Pagano-Christian beheading tale, Gawain and the Green Knight, enters the vision of a grieving father at his daughter's graveside that carries him with us into the spirit world in which she finds her dwelling place now, a pure unspotted girl, her father's pride, now a Pearl of great price and her Saviour's bride. She chides him, much (as many have noted) Beatrice does Dante in his Divine Comedy with the plain and incontrovertible fact that she now lives in the New Jerusalem in the rapture of eternal bliss, while he is wholly wrapped in his desire to be again with her. The disconnect that must exist between this wholly human feeling, a paternal grief. against the vividly described reality of a spiritual universe that she inhabits now and her perpetual happiness as Bride of the Lamb, makes for much of the quiet humour and gentle pathos of the piece. ( Tony Addison) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pearl-by-the-gawain-poet-2/ |
companion piece jerusalem revelations librivox catalogue https librivox org jerusalem to revelations a quartet of spiritual explorations by unknown pearl believed written author pagano christian beheading tale gawain green knight enters vision grieving father daughter s graveside carries us spirit world finds dwelling place now pure unspotted girl father s pride pearl great price saviour s bride chides him much as many noted beatrice dante divine comedy plain incontrovertible fact lives new jerusalem rapture eternal bliss wholly wrapped desire her disconnect must exist wholly human feeling paternal grief vividly described reality spiritual universe inhabits perpetual happiness bride lamb makes much quiet humour gentle pathos piece tony addison |
| 11911 |
11873 |
12560 |
Lady Byron Vindicated |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Biography & Autobiography |
In 1869, the Atlantic published Stowe's article, The True Story Of Lady Byron's Life, a brief exposé of the famous poet Lord Byron's sordid private life which had led to a separation from his wife and drove him out of England, as told to her by Lady Byron herself before her death. Stowe wrote this article long after Lady Byron's death, when Lady Byron‘s impeccable reputation was being smeared across Europe by Byron's influential literary friends, and her trustees were doing nothing to defend her. \nCriticism against the article raged in the American and European press and damaged the Atlantic's circulation, but Stowe remained confident, and the following year, she expanded her article into this full-length exposé. Sprinkled throughout with Byron's biting poetry, Lady Byron's and other notable correspondence, and Stowe's outrage at the way women were belittled and treated as property during the Victorian period, the invectives in this book are, even by modern standards, intense! (Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist) |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/lady-byron-vindicated-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
1869 atlantic published stowe s article true story lady byron s life brief exposé famous poet lord byron s sordid private life led separation wife drove england told lady byron death stowe wrote article long lady byron s death lady byron s impeccable reputation smeared across europe byron s influential literary friends trustees nothing defend her criticism article raged american european press damaged atlantic s circulation stowe remained confident following year expanded article full length exposé sprinkled throughout byron s biting poetry lady byron s notable correspondence stowe s outrage way women belittled treated property victorian period invectives book are even modern standards intense summary michele fry soloist |
| 11912 |
11874 |
12561 |
Pit Prop Syndicate |
Freeman Wills Crofts |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Seymour Merriman stops at the side of the road 26 miles outside Bordeaux, an action that will change his life forever. The events that follow lead him into mystery, smuggling, murder and love. Two amateur detectives try to unravel the mystery of changing number plates, and everything else that surrounds the pit prop syndicate, before the case is handed over to Inspector Willis of Scotland Yard. (KHand) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-pit-prop-syndicate-by-freeman-wills-crofts/ |
seymour merriman stops side road 26 miles outside bordeaux action change life forever events follow lead mystery smuggling murder love two amateur detectives try unravel mystery changing number plates everything else surrounds pit prop syndicate case handed inspector willis scotland yard khand |
| 11913 |
11875 |
12562 |
Historias de Detectives |
Gaston Leroux |
General Fiction, Detective Fiction |
La ficción detectivesca es un subgénero de la novela negra, y paradójicamente también su antecesor. Básicamente podemos definirla como una historia lineal en donde un investigador, oficial o aficionado, estudia un crimen determinado, a menudo un asesinato. El primer detective reconocido mundialmente fue C. Auguste Dupin, de E.A. Poe. Su perfil definió lo que el lector espera de un investigador: intelectualmente brillante, excéntrico, solitario, sin apegos emocionales de ningún tipo. Algunas décadas después, más precisamente en 1887, aparecería otro ícono del cuento de detectives: Sherlock Holmes, de Arthur Conan Doyle. En el género policíaco los seres y objetos situados en el espacio literario están puestos con algún fin concreto, nada es aleatorio, porque todo va dirigido a un fin determinado que es la resolución del enigma presentado, y, además, todos son signos que deben ser interpretados por el detective y, en el caso de los relatos clásicos, también por el lector. En este sentido, los espacios se presentan en la novela por medio de las sensaciones y consiguientes interpretaciones de los mismos por parte de la mirada subjetiva del narrador —ya sea el acompañante del detective, que se limitará a hablar del caso y de lo relacionado con éste a través de las interpretaciones que el detective comparte con él y de las suyas propias, ya el propio detective, que a través de su mirada nos sumergirá en el mundo narrativo, o bien un narrador heterodiegético omnisciente— y de los personajes. En este sentido, la disposición del espacio en el relato y las relaciones que se establecen entre éste y los personajes da lugar a la percepción subjetiva que se expresa a través de la mirada, que constituirá la sensación más trascendente en la interpretación de la realidad narrativa y de los signos que dan coherencia a la historia. Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/historias-de-detectives |
la ficción detectivesca es un subgénero de la novela negra paradójicamente también su antecesor básicamente podemos definirla como una historia lineal en donde un investigador oficial aficionado estudia un crimen determinado menudo un asesinato el primer detective reconocido mundialmente fue c auguste dupin de e a poe su perfil definió lo que el lector espera de un investigador intelectualmente brillante excéntrico solitario sin apegos emocionales de ningún tipo algunas décadas después más precisamente en 1887 aparecería otro ícono del cuento de detectives sherlock holmes de arthur conan doyle en el género policíaco los seres objetos situados en el espacio literario están puestos con algún fin concreto nada es aleatorio porque todo va dirigido un fin determinado que es la resolución del enigma presentado y además todos son signos que deben ser interpretados por el detective y en el caso de los relatos clásicos también por el lector en este sentido los espacios se presentan en la novela por medio de las sensaciones consiguientes interpretaciones de los mismos por parte de la mirada subjetiva del narrador ya sea el acompañante del detective que se limitará hablar del caso de lo relacionado con éste través de las interpretaciones que el detective comparte con él de las suyas propias ya el propio detective que través de su mirada nos sumergirá en el mundo narrativo bien un narrador heterodiegético omnisciente de los personajes en este sentido la disposición del espacio en el relato las relaciones que se establecen entre éste los personajes da lugar la percepción subjetiva que se expresa través de la mirada que constituirá la sensación más trascendente en la interpretación de la realidad narrativa de los signos que dan coherencia la historia summary phileas fogg |
| 11914 |
11876 |
12563 |
Páginas Recolhidas |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Páginas Recolhidas é um livro de contos de Machado de Assis, lançado em 1899. A obra traz alguns dos mais interessantes contos escritos pelo autor, como "Missa do Galo", "O Caso da Vara", "Ideias de Canário" e "O Dicionário". Também fazem parte do livro textos diversos, como "A Estátua de José de Alencar" - discurso proferido por Machado de Assis na cerimônia de lançamento da pedra fundamental da estátua do indianista brasileiro, e "O Velho Senado", que retrata pormenores curiosos da vida política brasileira ao final do século XIX. Summary by Rogerio Maciel |
Portuguese |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/paginas-recolhidas-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
páginas recolhidas é um livro de contos de machado de assis lançado em 1899 obra traz alguns dos mais interessantes contos escritos pelo autor como missa galo o caso da vara ideias de canário e o dicionário também fazem parte livro textos diversos como a estátua de josé de alencar discurso proferido por machado de assis na cerimônia de lançamento da pedra fundamental da estátua indianista brasileiro e o velho senado que retrata pormenores curiosos da vida política brasileira ao final século xix summary rogerio maciel |
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11878 |
12565 |
Bringing up the Boy |
Carl Werner |
*Non-fiction, Family & Relationships |
''Bringing up the Boy'' is, according to its subtitle, ''A Message to Fathers and Mothers from a Boy of Yesterday concerning the Men of To-morrow'' and proffers advice for parents on raising boys from infancy until adulthood, to become fine, upstanding men. The fact that boys are temperamentally, emotionally and physically different from girls is never lost sight of in the discussions in the various chapters. Discussions include: advice on allowing boys to settle their own differences, without interference, but with advice; the Santa Claus myth; the best ways to discipline the boy, to ensure he gets the message; advice on how to talk with your boy regarding smoking, drinking, sex, puberty, and keeping a clean mind as well as a clean body. The author's advice is from his experiences in raising his boy, and the fact that he was once a boy. So many parents often forget that they were once boys and girls themselves. (Donald Cummings) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/bringing-up-the-boy-by-carl-werner/ |
bringing boy is according subtitle a message fathers mothers boy yesterday concerning men to morrow proffers advice parents raising boys infancy adulthood become fine upstanding men fact boys temperamentally emotionally physically different girls never lost sight discussions various chapters discussions include advice allowing boys settle differences without interference advice santa claus myth best ways discipline boy ensure gets message advice talk boy regarding smoking drinking sex puberty keeping clean mind well clean body author s advice experiences raising boy fact boy many parents often forget boys girls themselves donald cummings |
| 11916 |
11879 |
12566 |
Bible (YLT) 10: 2 Samuel |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles |
The Second Book of Samuel tells us of this David---the son of Jesse, a common shepherd as a boy, a ruddy youth trying to prove his courage and fighting spirit, and now a man with sons of his own---as king of Israel, the man after God's heart, contrite and humble in spirit....and very deeply flawed. As trouble after trouble besets him at every turn, and as he struggles with trials and tribulations, David remains a man of deep and abiding faith in his LORD, the true king over His people Israel. This story reminds us that to be a leader of God's people, one must submit to Him who gave him such awesome authority and responsibility over this chosen nation. (Summary by Mark Penfold) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/2-samuel-ylt/ |
second book samuel tells us david the son jesse common shepherd boy ruddy youth trying prove courage fighting spirit man sons own as king israel man god s heart contrite humble spirit and deeply flawed trouble trouble besets every turn struggles trials tribulations david remains man deep abiding faith lord true king people israel story reminds us leader god s people one must submit gave awesome authority responsibility chosen nation summary mark penfold |
| 11917 |
11880 |
12567 |
Libro VIII de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
Reseña de la armada griega reunida en Artemisio, donde atacada por la de Jerges, y despues de dos combates se re tira hácia Salamina. — Conducen los Tesalos a los Persas contra laFocida: origen de las reyertas entre los Tesalos y Focenses. — Avanza Jerges dividiendo su ejercito, pero la columna quedebia saquear á Delfos huye á vista de los pro digios que le suceden. — Los Atenienses abandonan su ciudad, embarcándose para Salamina: aumento de la escuadra griega. — Jerges se apodera de Atenas y su ciudadela, incendiándola. — Temistocles persuade á los Griegos á dar la batalla en Salamina. — Convoca Jerges á los jefes de marina para oir su dictámen, y Artemisa se opone á que se ataque á los Griegos. — Las tropas coligadas del Peloponeso fortifican el istmo contra el cual se dirige el ejercito Persa, y los de la escuadrase empeñan en abandonará Salamina: proyecto que combate Temfstocles. Astucia de este para obligar á los Griegos á pelear en Salamina: descripcion de aquella batalla naval. — Temor de Jerges y su retirada A\nReseña Persia, dejando á Mardonio con trescientos mil hombres. — Politica de Temistocles. — Alejandro de Macedonia es en viado por Mardonio de emba]ador á los Atenienses para atraerlos á su alianza, que rehusan ellos. - Summary by Index |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-viii-de-la-historia-de-herodoto/ |
reseña de la armada griega reunida en artemisio donde atacada por la de jerges despues de dos combates se tira hácia salamina conducen los tesalos los persas contra lafocida origen de las reyertas entre los tesalos focenses avanza jerges dividiendo su ejercito pero la columna quedebia saquear á delfos huye á vista de los pro digios que le suceden los atenienses abandonan su ciudad embarcándose para salamina aumento de la escuadra griega jerges se apodera de atenas su ciudadela incendiándola temistocles persuade á los griegos á dar la batalla en salamina convoca jerges á los jefes de marina para oir su dictámen artemisa se opone á que se ataque á los griegos las tropas coligadas del peloponeso fortifican el istmo contra el cual se dirige el ejercito persa los de la escuadrase empeñan en abandonará salamina proyecto que combate temfstocles astucia de este para obligar á los griegos á pelear en salamina descripcion de aquella batalla naval temor de jerges su retirada reseña persia dejando á mardonio con trescientos mil hombres politica de temistocles alejandro de macedonia es en viado por mardonio de emba ador á los atenienses para atraerlos á su alianza que rehusan ellos summary index |
| 11918 |
11881 |
12568 |
Short Poetry Collection 197 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 46 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for October 2019. With a number of spooky ones for Halloween! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-197-by-various/ |
collection 46 poems read english librivox volunteers october 2019 number spooky ones halloween |
| 11919 |
11882 |
12569 |
Twin-Rivals |
George Farquhar |
Plays |
"This comedy was produced at Drury Lane on December 14, 1702. It is the most accurate of all Farquhar's productions. The plot, though improbable, is well constructed and sustained, the dialogue lively and entertaining, whilst the characters of the Younger Wouldbe, Mrs. Mandrake, and Teague are so naturally drawn as to appear real personages, dependent little upon the art of the actor or the imagination of the author for their creation." (Critic Alex. Charles Ewald) <br> <br>Note that there is an attempted rape in the play, which gets downplayed - the woman even partially blames herself, saying "this late adventure has taught me how dangerous it is to provoke a gentle man by ill usage." However -- and surprisingly considering this is from 1702 and not 2018 -- the epilogue then provides an apology to women, and a reminder that this is just a play -- and a comedy at that -- and that we shouldn't take the actions too seriously, but with a grain of salt. It's entertainment, not so much a social commentary (TJ and ToddHW) \n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nHermes Wouldbe, elder Son and heir to Lord Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBenjamin Wouldbe, his Brother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nRichmore, a gay dissipated Rake: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nCaptain Trueman, his Nephew, and friend to Hermes Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br>\nSubtleman, an Attorney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nFairbank, a Goldsmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nBalderdash, a Vintner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nClearaccount, Steward to Lord Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nComic, a Poet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nJack, Valet to Benjamin Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11916">graceahlin</a><br>\nTeague, Valet to Hermes Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M. C.</a><br>\nFrisure, Valet to Benjamin Wouldbe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nConstance, betrothed to Hermes Wouldbe (also Prologue): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nAurelia, her Cousin, beloved by Captain Trueman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMrs. Clearaccount, Wife to Clearaccount: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMrs. Mandrake, a Midwife and Procuress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nAlderman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nFourth Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nFifth Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMob: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12249">Adriana Sacciotto</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-twin-rivals-by-george-farquhar/ |
this comedy produced drury lane december 14 1702 accurate farquhar s productions plot though improbable well constructed sustained dialogue lively entertaining whilst characters younger wouldbe mrs mandrake teague naturally drawn appear real personages dependent little upon art actor imagination author creation critic alex charles ewald br br note attempted rape play gets downplayed woman even partially blames herself saying this late adventure taught dangerous provoke gentle man ill usage however surprisingly considering 1702 2018 epilogue provides apology women reminder play comedy take actions seriously grain salt entertainment much social commentary tj toddhw br br cast list br hermes wouldbe elder son heir lord wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br benjamin wouldbe brother a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br richmore gay dissipated rake a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br captain trueman nephew friend hermes wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 12732 jim gallagher a br subtleman attorney a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br fairbank goldsmith a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br balderdash vintner a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br clearaccount steward lord wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br comic poet a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br jack valet benjamin wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 11916 graceahlin a br teague valet hermes wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br frisure valet benjamin wouldbe a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br constance betrothed hermes wouldbe also prologue a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br aurelia cousin beloved captain trueman a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mrs clearaccount wife clearaccount a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mrs mandrake midwife procuress a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br alderman a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br constable a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br fourth gentleman a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br fifth gentleman a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mob a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br maid a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br footman a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br servant a href https librivox org reader 12249 adriana sacciotto a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
| 11920 |
11883 |
12570 |
Beyond These Voices |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This novel tells the fictional life story of Veera Davis. The daughter of a poet and a poor noble woman, who is left in the care of her grandmother to a lonely and monotonous childhood, she has to make her way up in the world. But everything has a price. She tries to follow the conventions of the society which shunned her when she was poor. The novel explores themes such as love, money and loss. Don't worry, there is also a good murder mystery. Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-these-voices-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
novel tells fictional life story veera davis daughter poet poor noble woman left care grandmother lonely monotonous childhood make way world everything price tries follow conventions society shunned poor novel explores themes love money loss worry also good murder mystery summary stav nisser |
| 11921 |
11886 |
12574 |
Wanderer's Necklace |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Wanderer’s Necklace is classic Haggard, filled with adventure, intrigue, and steadfastness in the face of overwhelming obstacles. “The Editor" recalls his past life as Olaf, an 8th century Norseman. Olaf opens the ancient tomb of the Wanderer and discovers a sword and half a necklace on the warrior’s crumbling skeleton. Olaf must find the other half of the necklace, and the woman who wears it. Love, betrayal, a clash with Norse god Odin, and the attentions of toxic Byzantine Empress Irene test Olaf to his limits (Tom Penn) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-wanderers-necklace-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
wanderer s necklace classic haggard filled adventure intrigue steadfastness face overwhelming obstacles the editor recalls past life olaf 8th century norseman olaf opens ancient tomb wanderer discovers sword half necklace warrior s crumbling skeleton olaf must find half necklace woman wears it love betrayal clash norse god odin attentions toxic byzantine empress irene test olaf limits tom penn |
| 11922 |
11887 |
12575 |
Mountain Interval (version 2) |
Robert Frost |
Single author |
Mountain Interval is a 1916 poetry collection written by American writer Robert Frost. It is Frost's third poetic volume and was published by Henry Holt. It was republished in 1920. Frost made several alterations in the sequencing of the collection and released a new edition in 1921. Five lyrics of the earlier collection were compiled next under the title "His Wife". In this volume only three poems are written in dramatic monologue. Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/mountain-interval-by-robert-frost-2/ |
mountain interval 1916 poetry collection written american writer robert frost frost s third poetic volume published henry holt republished 1920 frost made several alterations sequencing collection released new edition 1921 five lyrics earlier collection compiled next title his wife volume three poems written dramatic monologue summary wikipedia |
| 11923 |
11888 |
12576 |
Golden Gems of Life |
Emory Adams Allen |
Self-Help |
Life is full of ups and downs, joys and trials. In this work, we are advised on how to deal with what fate deals us, the good and bad, the common and uncommon. Home, childhood, success and failure, perseverance, dignity, frugality, envy, charity... all these and more are explored in this 'guide to life'. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-gems-of-life-by-emory-adams-allen/ |
life full ups downs joys trials work advised deal fate deals us good bad common uncommon home childhood success failure perseverance dignity frugality envy charity explored guide life summary lynne thompson |
| 11924 |
11889 |
12577 |
Mark the Match Boy or Richard Hunter's Ward |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
In this third installment from the “Ragged Dick” series by Horatio Algers, Jr., the reader is reacquainted with some old friends and meets young Mark Manton. Mark is a match boy plagued by bad luck and an even worse guardian. But, with new friends, hard work, and smart choices, Mark may just find his luck taking a turn for the better. summary by tfaulder |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/mark-the-match-boy-or-richard-hunters-ward-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
third installment ragged dick series horatio algers jr reader reacquainted old friends meets young mark manton mark match boy plagued bad luck even worse guardian but new friends hard work smart choices mark may find luck taking turn better summary tfaulder |
| 11925 |
11890 |
12578 |
Fairy Tales from Gold Lands Volume One |
May Wentworth |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
California, both old and new, is the scene of these fairy stories. They are unique tales written with with a pleasant tinge of romance about them to fix yourr attention, and a touch of pathos that goes to the heart, to make them good and happy. - Summary by phil chenevert and the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-from-gold-lands-volume-one-by-may-wentworth/ |
california old new scene fairy stories unique tales written pleasant tinge romance fix yourr attention touch pathos goes heart make good happy summary phil chenevert author |
| 11926 |
11891 |
12579 |
Haunted Hour; an anthology |
Margaret Widdemer |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Anthologies |
I have not considered as ghost-poems anything but poems which related to the return of spirits to earth. They "The Blessed Damozel," a poem of spirits in heaven, "La Belle Dame Sans Merci," whose heroine may be a fairy or witch, and whose ghosts are presented in dream only, do not belong in this classification; nor do such poems as Mathilde Blind's lovely sonnet, "The Dead Are Ever with Us," class as ghost-poems; for in these the dead are living in ourselves in a half-metaphorical sense. If a poem would be a ghost-story, in short, I have considered it a ghost-poem, not otherwise. (Excerpt by Margaret Widdemer) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-hour-by-margaret-widdemer/ |
considered ghost poems anything poems related return spirits earth the blessed damozel poem spirits heaven la belle dame sans merci whose heroine may fairy witch whose ghosts presented dream only belong classification poems mathilde blind s lovely sonnet the dead ever us class ghost poems dead living half metaphorical sense poem would ghost story short considered ghost poem otherwise excerpt margaret widdemer |
| 11927 |
11892 |
12580 |
Beyond the Stars |
Charles Hanson Towne |
Single author |
Charles Hanson Towne was a well known editor, author and poet. He was a popular New York celebrity who was considered by many as being the quintessential New Yorker. Besides being the editor at such magazines as Smart Set, Delineator, McClure’s, Designer, and Harper’s Bazaar, Towne also taught poetry at Columbia University. His most notable student was author J.D. Salinger. At the age of 63, Town joined the company of the Broadway hit, <i>Life with Father</i>, and at 68 wrote his autobiography, <i>So Far, So Good</i>. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-the-stars-by-charles-hanson-towne/ |
charles hanson towne well known editor author poet popular new york celebrity considered many quintessential new yorker besides editor magazines smart set delineator mcclure s designer harper s bazaar towne also taught poetry columbia university notable student author j d salinger age 63 town joined company broadway hit i life father i 68 wrote autobiography i so far good i summary nemo |
| 11928 |
11893 |
12581 |
Some Winter Days in Iowa |
Frederick Lazell |
Animals |
Accented with snatches of verse and a mix of scientific and Christian insight, University of Iowa professor Lazell takes us on vivid nature walks through the rural areas of the Plains state. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/some-winter-days-in-iowa-by-frederick-lazell/ |
accented snatches verse mix scientific christian insight university iowa professor lazell takes us vivid nature walks rural areas plains state summary matt pierard |
| 11929 |
11894 |
12582 |
Chronicles of America Volume 01 - The Red Man's Continent |
Ellsworth Huntington |
Early Modern |
Characteristics of the peoples and environment of the earliest stages of America. - Summary by Jim Locke<br><br>\n\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-mans-continent-by-ellsworth-huntington/ |
characteristics peoples environment earliest stages america summary jim locke br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
| 11930 |
11895 |
12583 |
Handy Mandy in Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
On many a day had Handy, the Goat Girl of Mern, pursued her goats up and down the rocky eminences of her native mountain. And never—NEVER—in her fourteen or so years' experience had she been blown up by a mountain spring. But there comes, in every one's experience a day which is unlike every other day, and so it was with the Goat Girl. As she was pursuing What-a-butter, her favorite goat, there was a sudden crash, a whish, and up flew the slab of rock on which she was standing, up and away.\n\nThe adventures into which she was carried by this simple though awefull beginning take a whole book to relate. How she met Nox the Royal Ox of Keretaria, how together they went in search of little King Kerry, how at last they rescued him and found themselves feted guests of Ozma of Oz, all these things you must read for yourselves. - Summary by the author and Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/handy-mandy-in-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
many day handy goat girl mern pursued goats rocky eminences native mountain never never in fourteen years experience blown mountain spring comes every one s experience day unlike every day goat girl pursuing what a butter favorite goat sudden crash whish flew slab rock standing away adventures carried simple though awefull beginning take whole book relate met nox royal ox keretaria together went search little king kerry last rescued found feted guests ozma oz things must read yourselves summary author phil chenevert |
| 11931 |
11896 |
12584 |
Neither Here nor There |
Oliver Herford |
|
Oliver Herford, and American humorist, writer, and illustrator here gives us short vignettes from topics as seemingly insignificant things as the creases in trouser, several pieces on cats, and societal mores and foibles. Each piece is filled with humorous barbs and insights into the human condition. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/neither-here-nor-there-by-oliver-herford/ |
oliver herford american humorist writer illustrator gives us short vignettes topics seemingly insignificant things creases trouser several pieces cats societal mores foibles piece filled humorous barbs insights human condition summary larry wilson |
| 11932 |
11897 |
12585 |
David Copperfield o El sobrino de mi tía (español) |
Charles Dickens |
General Fiction, Satire |
Esta obra narra la vida de David Copperfield desde su infancia hasta la madurez. El padre de David muere seis meses antes de que él naciera, y siete años después, su madre se vuelve a casar, pero David y su padrastro no se llevan bien, y DAvid es enviado por ello a un internado. A medida que David va labrando su vida, nos encontramos con una deslumbrante variedad de amigos, compañeros, familiares, el amor, los celos,la miseria, la avaricia, la traición, unos personajes inolvidables y otros que no querremos recordar, hasta el descubrimiento, al final de su vida, de una felicidad completa. (Resumen de Basquetteur) |
Spanish |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/david-copperfield-espanol-by-charles-dickens/ |
esta obra narra la vida de david copperfield desde su infancia hasta la madurez el padre de david muere seis meses antes de que él naciera siete años después su madre se vuelve casar pero david su padrastro se llevan bien david es enviado por ello un internado medida que david va labrando su vida nos encontramos con una deslumbrante variedad de amigos compañeros familiares el amor los celos la miseria la avaricia la traición unos personajes inolvidables otros que querremos recordar hasta el descubrimiento al final de su vida de una felicidad completa resumen de basquetteur |
| 11933 |
11898 |
12586 |
From Sail to Steam: Recollections of Naval Life |
Alfred Thayer Mahan |
Biography & Autobiography |
Alfred Thayer Mahan, American historian and author, whose <i>The Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660–1783</i> became instrumental in the formation of naval strategy by many nations in the 20th century, here recounts his observations and experiences over forty years of active duty as a naval officer. (Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/from-sail-to-steam-recollections-of-naval-life-by-alfred-thayer-mahan/ |
alfred thayer mahan american historian author whose i the influence sea power upon history 1660 1783 i became instrumental formation naval strategy many nations 20th century recounts observations experiences forty years active duty naval officer summary delmar h dolbier |
| 11934 |
11899 |
12587 |
Fern's Hollow |
Hesba Stretton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Family Life |
Ferns Hollow is the sad, but sweet story of a young boy who tragically loses his parents and has to care for his two sisters and crazed grandfather. He finds himself in many difficult situations which test his faith and courage. This book is about how he made it through many trials with God's grace and guidance, learning many life lessons on the way. - Summary by fiddlesticks |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/ferns-hollow-by-hesba-stretton/ |
ferns hollow sad sweet story young boy tragically loses parents care two sisters crazed grandfather finds many difficult situations test faith courage book made many trials god s grace guidance learning many life lessons way summary fiddlesticks |
| 11935 |
11900 |
12588 |
Prison Life in Andersonville |
John Levi Maile |
War & Military |
A firsthand account of the deplorable conditions within the most infamous prisoner-of-war camp of the Confederacy. Though functioning only during the last year of the Civil War, nearly 13,000 of 45,000 incarcerated Union soldiers died under inhumane conditions. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/prison-life-in-andersonville-by-john-levi-maile/ |
firsthand account deplorable conditions within infamous prisoner of war camp confederacy though functioning last year civil war nearly 13 000 45 000 incarcerated union soldiers died inhumane conditions summary jeffery smith |
| 11936 |
11901 |
12589 |
Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson |
James Boswell |
Travel & Geography |
An anecdotal account of the journey undertaken by James Boswell and Samuel Johnson to the Scottish Highlands and the Hebrides Islands - Summary by Anthony Ogus |
English |
1785 |
https://librivox.org/the-journal-of-a-tour-to-the-hebrides-with-samuel-johnson-by-james-boswell/ |
anecdotal account journey undertaken james boswell samuel johnson scottish highlands hebrides islands summary anthony ogus |
| 11937 |
11902 |
12590 |
Short Poetry Collection 177 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 23 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for February 2018 |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-177-by-various/ |
collection 23 poems read librivox volunteers february 2018 |
| 11938 |
11912 |
12600 |
Private Soldier Under Washington |
Charles Knowles Bolton |
War & Military, Early Modern |
Much was been written about the American Revolution, but our knowledge of the private solders of the patriot army is confined chiefly to Washington’s description of their sufferings at Valley Forge. This 1902 book by a Harvard University librarian helps to fill in the picture of the common soldier throughout the war by collating references from a great many primary and secondary sources. - Summary by Book Preface and David Wales |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-private-soldier-under-washington-by-charles-knowles-bolton/ |
much written american revolution knowledge private solders patriot army confined chiefly washington s description sufferings valley forge 1902 book harvard university librarian helps fill picture common soldier throughout war collating references great many primary secondary sources summary book preface david wales |
| 11939 |
11903 |
12591 |
Callista |
John Henry Newman |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Callista, A Tale of the Third Century, was written by John Henry Newman, who was a scholarly and personable Anglican theologian who became a Catholic priest and cardinal, bringing a good number of Protestant friends along with him into the Roman faith. He wrote Callista as the fruit of a challenge (dare we say “bet”?) with Cardinal Nicholas Wiseman that each man would write a novel about the early church. Wiseman wrote Fabiola and Newman wrote Callista, publishing it in 1855. The title character is a beautiful and talented, but unhappy Greek woman living in pagan Roman North Africa in the third century. She is wooed by a lonely young Christian man, for whom she shows little interest, though she deeply desires to know more about his Christian faith. However, the third century was a dangerous time for Christians, with the onset of persecution under the Emperor Decius. The colorful cast of characters react to the persecution in different ways, but some are put to the ultimate test of whether they will maintain their faith at the price of torture and painful death. Cardinal Newman's writing style is often lively, and occasionally humorous, especially in his conversations. But there is no denying that modern readers may find parts of it quite wordy, particularly in the descriptions of geography (beware Chapter 1!). Most readers are likely to find themselves caring very much about the characters, and cheering for their victories, in addition to learning quite a bit about 3rd century history along the way. (summary by Carol Pelster) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/callista-by-john-henry-newman/ |
callista tale third century written john henry newman scholarly personable anglican theologian became catholic priest cardinal bringing good number protestant friends along roman faith wrote callista fruit challenge dare say bet cardinal nicholas wiseman man would write novel early church wiseman wrote fabiola newman wrote callista publishing 1855 title character beautiful talented unhappy greek woman living pagan roman north africa third century wooed lonely young christian man shows little interest though deeply desires know christian faith however third century dangerous time christians onset persecution emperor decius colorful cast characters react persecution different ways put ultimate test whether maintain faith price torture painful death cardinal newman s writing style often lively occasionally humorous especially conversations denying modern readers may find parts quite wordy particularly descriptions geography beware chapter 1 readers likely find caring much characters cheering victories addition learning quite bit 3rd century history along way summary carol pelster |
| 11940 |
11904 |
12592 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. X, No 2, September 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-x-no-2-september-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 11941 |
11905 |
12593 |
More About the Roosevelt Bears |
Seymour Eaton |
Action & Adventure |
An entertaining sequel to the beloved Roosevelt Bears - Their Travels and Adventures. The Bears are once again full of hijinks and merriment as they make their way down the Eastern half of the United States. Enjoying baseball, publishing a newspaper, visiting the zoo and playing firemen Teddy-B and Teddy-G entertain the children and cause chaos for the city leaders.</p>\nBook one in the series can be found <a href="https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-bears-by-seymour-eaton/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.<br> Book three in the series can be found <a href="https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-bears-abroad-by-seymour-eaton/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p> |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/more-about-the-roosevelt-bears-by-seymour-eaton/ |
entertaining sequel beloved roosevelt bears travels adventures bears full hijinks merriment make way eastern half united states enjoying baseball publishing newspaper visiting zoo playing firemen teddy b teddy g entertain children cause chaos city leaders p book one series found a href https librivox org the roosevelt bears by seymour eaton rel nofollow here a br book three series found a href https librivox org the roosevelt bears abroad by seymour eaton rel nofollow here a p |
| 11942 |
11906 |
12594 |
Captain's Story |
William Martin |
Action & Adventure |
This seafaring adventure story was adapted from the German. It is also known as The Disobedient Son and tells the story of a boy who runs away to sea. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-captains-story-by-william-martin/ |
seafaring adventure story adapted german also known disobedient son tells story boy runs away sea summary lynne thompson |
| 11943 |
11907 |
12595 |
Bible (Reina Valera) NT 06: Romanos |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
La carta a los romanos es el razonamiento más largo y sistemático de las cartas de Pablo. Pablo anuncia su tema en los versículos 1: 16-17: El evangelio es el poder de Dios para la salvación, tanto para los judíos como para los gentiles, porque nos muestra cómo nuestra justicia proviene de Dios. Pablo explica la necesidad de la justificación a través de la fe a causa del pecado (1:16 al 4: 25) Luego explica los resultados de la justificación por la fe en términos tanto de la experiencia presente como de la esperanza futura (5: 1-8: 39). En los siguientes tres capítulos, expresa su dolor por el hecho de que muchos de sus compañeros israelitas no hayan abrazado el evangelio, y maneja las implicaciones teológicas de esto (capítulos 9-11). Concluye describiendo cómo el evangelio debería afectar nuestra vida diaria (Capítulos 12 -16) Pablo escribió su carta a Roma aproximadamente en el año 57 d.C.<br><br>=======================================================================<br><br>The letter to the Romans is the longest and most systematic reasoning of Paul's letters. Paul announces its theme in verses 1: 16-17: The gospel is the power of God for salvation, both for Jews and Gentiles, because it shows us how our righteousness comes from God. Paul explains the need for justification through faith because of sin (1: 16-4: 25) Then he explains the results of justification by faith in terms of both present experience and future hope (5: 1-8: 39). In the next three chapters, he expresses his sorrow over the fact that many of his fellow Israelites have not embraced the gospel, and he handles the theological implications of this (chapters 9-11). He concludes by describing how the gospel should affect our daily life (Chapters 12 -16) Paul wrote his letter to Rome in approximately AD 57.<br>( Claudia R. Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-nt-06-romanos-by-reina-valera/ |
la carta los romanos es el razonamiento más largo sistemático de las cartas de pablo pablo anuncia su tema en los versículos 1 16 17 el evangelio es el poder de dios para la salvación tanto para los judíos como para los gentiles porque nos muestra cómo nuestra justicia proviene de dios pablo explica la necesidad de la justificación través de la fe causa del pecado 1 16 al 4 25 luego explica los resultados de la justificación por la fe en términos tanto de la experiencia presente como de la esperanza futura 5 1 8 39 en los siguientes tres capítulos expresa su dolor por el hecho de que muchos de sus compañeros israelitas hayan abrazado el evangelio maneja las implicaciones teológicas de esto capítulos 9 11 concluye describiendo cómo el evangelio debería afectar nuestra vida diaria capítulos 12 16 pablo escribió su carta roma aproximadamente en el año 57 d c br br br br the letter romans longest systematic reasoning paul s letters paul announces theme verses 1 16 17 gospel power god salvation jews gentiles shows us righteousness comes god paul explains need justification faith sin 1 16 4 25 explains results justification faith terms present experience future hope 5 1 8 39 next three chapters expresses sorrow fact many fellow israelites embraced gospel handles theological implications chapters 9 11 concludes describing gospel affect daily life chapters 12 16 paul wrote letter rome approximately ad 57 br claudia r barrett |
| 11944 |
11908 |
12596 |
When Christmas Comes |
Virna Sheard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Virna Stanton was born in Cobourg, Ontario, the daughter of Elizabeth Butler Stanton and Eldridge Stanton, a photographer. Her brother Eldridge Stanton Jr. and his wife both died at Niagara Falls, in the Ice Bridge Disaster of 1912. \nShe published both novels and poetry collections during her life. Her papers were destroyed by her family after her death, apparently because they disapproved of her literary work. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/when-christmas-comes-by-virna-sheard/ |
virna stanton born cobourg ontario daughter elizabeth butler stanton eldridge stanton photographer brother eldridge stanton jr wife died niagara falls ice bridge disaster 1912 published novels poetry collections life papers destroyed family death apparently disapproved literary work summary wikipedia |
| 11945 |
11909 |
12597 |
Girl from Farris's |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
|
Ever want to pull yourself up by your bootstraps, only to have the whole world fight to keep you down? Ever been upstanding and righteous, only to have those around you take advantage of you? In the most unique of circumstances, watch a woman flee from a lavish world of slavery in a brothel, to live in the muck and mire of squalor. With the law chasing after her, The Girl from Farris' must find a way to merely survive. And in other parts of town, watch an upstanding citizen go from Riches to Rags as his fiance' and business partners slowly tear down the soul of the man. Watch as these two paths collide at different points in their lives. Will it be happily ever after, or a bitter end?\nSummary by Joe DeNoia\nShe gets a job and although she can barely afford to care for herself, she stays on the straight and narrow, but her past is bound to catch up to her. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-from-farriss-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
ever want pull bootstraps whole world fight keep down ever upstanding righteous around take advantage you unique circumstances watch woman flee lavish world slavery brothel live muck mire squalor law chasing her girl farris must find way merely survive parts town watch upstanding citizen go riches rags fiance business partners slowly tear soul man watch two paths collide different points lives happily ever after bitter end summary joe denoia gets job although barely afford care herself stays straight narrow past bound catch her |
| 11946 |
11913 |
12601 |
Mysteries of Paris - Volume 1 (version 2) |
Eugène Sue |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Rodolphe is the Grand Duke of Gerolstein, a fictional kingdom of Germany, but disguises himself as a Parisian worker. He can speak in the secret language of criminals, is extremely strong and a good fighter. However, he shows great compassion for the lower classes, good judgment, and has a brilliant mind. In the story, he moves through different layers of society, and understands their problems and how they are all linked. (Modified from Wikipedia) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-paris-volume-1-version-2-by-eugene-sue/ |
rodolphe grand duke gerolstein fictional kingdom germany disguises parisian worker speak secret language criminals extremely strong good fighter however shows great compassion lower classes good judgment brilliant mind story moves different layers society understands problems linked modified wikipedia |
| 11947 |
11914 |
12602 |
True Stories of Crime from the District Attorney’s Office |
Arthur Cheney Train |
True Crime |
Former New York DA Arthur Train tells true crime stories from his time in office. - Summary by Colleen McMahon |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/true-stories-of-crime-from-the-district-attorneys-office-by-arthur-cheney-train/ |
former new york da arthur train tells true crime stories time office summary colleen mcmahon |
| 11948 |
11915 |
12603 |
Markets of Paris |
Émile Zola |
General Fiction |
The Markets of Paris is a remarkable work, and is the one which Zola calls his very best novel, and of which he is far more proud than of any others in his Rougon-Marquart series – prouder than of L’Assommoir. It must have been in his early manhood, when poor and friendless, he lived among the people, that much of the information which makes these pages so startlingly vivid, was acquired. How many mornings, long before dawn, must he have visited these markets – how many hours and days must he have spent there, to have mastered the habits, manners and ways of these people, who are a class by themselves, and of whom we do not lose sight, from the beginning to the end of the book. He introduces us to the Parisian charcutier – the cook shop – and in La Belle Lina, the mistress of the establishment, we find the sister of Gervaise, the woman who stirred the depths of our hearts with pity, in L’Assommoir. In truth The Markets of Paris stands as utterly alone in modern French literature, as it is distinct and apart, from any other work even by Zola himself. It is a book for all to read.\n - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-markets-of-paris-by-emile-zola/ |
markets paris remarkable work one zola calls best novel far proud others rougon marquart series prouder l assommoir must early manhood poor friendless lived among people much information makes pages startlingly vivid acquired many mornings long dawn must visited markets many hours days must spent there mastered habits manners ways people class themselves lose sight beginning end book introduces us parisian charcutier cook shop la belle lina mistress establishment find sister gervaise woman stirred depths hearts pity l assommoir truth markets paris stands utterly alone modern french literature distinct apart work even zola himself book read summary carolin |
| 11949 |
11916 |
12604 |
Pleasures of Ignorance |
Robert Lynd |
Essays & Short Works |
From the pen of the Irish poet and essayist, Robert Lynd, comes a collection of humorous and satirical essays on topics as wide ranging as cats and weed to why we hate insects and morals of beans. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-pleasures-of-ignorance-by-robert-lynd/ |
pen irish poet essayist robert lynd comes collection humorous satirical essays topics wide ranging cats weed hate insects morals beans summary larry wilson |
| 11950 |
11917 |
12605 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 6 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 6 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 8:44 - 10:17. (Summary by the reader) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-6-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 6 commentary st john s gospel covers john 8 44 10 17 summary reader |
| 11951 |
11918 |
12606 |
Selected Poems of Francis Thompson |
Francis Thompson |
Single author |
Francis Thompson, an English poet and author, is best known for his poem "Hound of Heaven," included in this selection of his poems. After submitting some poems to the magazine "Merrie England," the editors, Wilfrid and Alice Meynell, became his benefactors and published his first volume, "Poems." Wilfrid Meynell selected these poems form Thompson's works and provides an enlightening biographical sketch. At the end of this volume are a selection of tributes to Thompson ranging from newspaper reviews to an appreciation from G.K Chesterton. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-of-francis-thompson-by-francis-thompson/ |
francis thompson english poet author best known poem hound heaven included selection poems submitting poems magazine merrie england editors wilfrid alice meynell became benefactors published first volume poems wilfrid meynell selected poems form thompson s works provides enlightening biographical sketch end volume selection tributes thompson ranging newspaper reviews appreciation g k chesterton summary larry wilson |
| 11952 |
11919 |
12607 |
Slabs of the Sunburnt West |
Carl Sandburg |
Single author |
Thirty-two poems about life in the American Midwest, focusing on the city of Chicago, Illinois. Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/slabs-of-the-sunburnt-west-by-carl-sandburg/ |
thirty two poems life american midwest focusing city chicago illinois summary matt pierard |
| 11953 |
11920 |
12610 |
Estudio sobre el arte de hablar en público |
Louis Bautain |
Writing & Linguistics |
El autor de este tratado de oratoria, uno de los individuos mas respetados y que figura entre los tres ó cuatro oradores y pensadores mas eminentes del clero francés, al cabo de cuarenta años de continua práctica en el arte de decir que principalmente como catedrático y predicador ha egercitado, ha querido comunicar á sus sucesores los secretos de la profesion en que tanto ha sobresalido. A cuantos estén en disposicion de recibirlo quiere dispensar el mismo servicio que reconoce haber él debido al célebre Villemain al comenzar su carrera. Propónese en cuanto es posible, enseñar lo que los libros no enseñan y comunicar lo que un maestro comunica confidencialmente á sus discípulos predilectos. Summary by Manuel Milá i Fontanals, en la introducción al libro. |
Spanish |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/estudio-sobre-el-arte-de-hablar-en-publico-by-louis-bautain/ |
el autor de este tratado de oratoria uno de los individuos mas respetados que figura entre los tres ó cuatro oradores pensadores mas eminentes del clero francés al cabo de cuarenta años de continua práctica en el arte de decir que principalmente como catedrático predicador ha egercitado ha querido comunicar á sus sucesores los secretos de la profesion en que tanto ha sobresalido cuantos estén en disposicion de recibirlo quiere dispensar el mismo servicio que reconoce haber él debido al célebre villemain al comenzar su carrera propónese en cuanto es posible enseñar lo que los libros enseñan comunicar lo que un maestro comunica confidencialmente á sus discípulos predilectos summary manuel milá fontanals en la introducción al libro |
| 11954 |
11922 |
12612 |
Schopenhauer in the Air |
Sadakichi Hartmann |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Sadakichi Hartmann was an art and literary critic who wrote plays, short stories and several volumes of poetry. Hauntingly beautiful, these seven early short stories dance with themes of beauty and death, love and the soul, and existence itself. As found in the book's biographical note: sometimes a great author tears the mask from life, so we may look at the truth of beauty. Summary by Nemo. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/schopenhauer-in-the-air-by-sadakichi-hartmann/ |
sadakichi hartmann art literary critic wrote plays short stories several volumes poetry hauntingly beautiful seven early short stories dance themes beauty death love soul existence itself found book s biographical note sometimes great author tears mask life may look truth beauty summary nemo |
| 11955 |
11923 |
12613 |
Travels in the Interior of Africa |
Mungo Park |
Exploration |
Mungo Park, a Scottish surgeon and explorer, was sent out by the 'Association for Promoting the Discovery of the Interior of Africa' after Major Houghton failed to return, to discover the if the River Niger was a tributary of either the river Senegal or Gambia in South Africa. This is the story of his first trip. The journey had many challenges, such as language, religions, imprisonment and robbery. Most of the trip he had nothing but his tattered clothes, a horse, a pocket compass and his hat where he kept his notes. After first following the Gambia River, he finally was the first European to reached the Niger River at Ségou. He continued along the Niger another 80 miles to Silla, where he had to turn around as he had no way of continuing without procuring more supplies. He then returned to England by boat, via America. (Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/travels-in-the-interior-of-africa-by-mungo-park/ |
mungo park scottish surgeon explorer sent association promoting discovery interior africa major houghton failed return discover river niger tributary either river senegal gambia south africa story first trip journey many challenges language religions imprisonment robbery trip nothing tattered clothes horse pocket compass hat kept notes first following gambia river finally first european reached niger river ségou continued along niger another 80 miles silla turn around way continuing without procuring supplies returned england boat via america summary lynda marie neilson |
| 11956 |
11924 |
12614 |
Mikado Jewel |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
A widow has been murdered in the home of a relative on a foggy night in London town when all residents were off on to the theatre, and one to run an errand involving the title bauble. Who done it? Old dark house mystery full of period cliches is pulp fun for the new year. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-mikado-jewel-by-fergus-hume/ |
widow murdered home relative foggy night london town residents theatre one run errand involving title bauble done it old dark house mystery full period cliches pulp fun new year summary matt pierard |
| 11957 |
11925 |
12615 |
Mrs. Piozzi's Thraliana |
Charles Hughes |
Biography & Autobiography |
"It is many years since Dr. Samuel Johnson advised me to get a little book, and write in it all the Anecdotes which might come to my knowledge, all the Observations which I might make or hear, all the verses never likely to be published and in fine everything which struck me at the time. Mr. Thrale has now treated me with a Repository, and provided it with the pompous title "Thraliana." I must endeavour to fill it with nonsense, new and old." <br />\nSelections from the intimate record of her life from 1776 to 1809 by the hostess and friend of Dr Johnson (and the friend of his friends) selected and edited with commentary by Charles Hughes.\n\n - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-piozzis-thraliana-by-charles-hughes/ |
it many years since dr samuel johnson advised get little book write anecdotes might come knowledge observations might make hear verses never likely published fine everything struck time mr thrale treated repository provided pompous title thraliana must endeavour fill nonsense new old br selections intimate record life 1776 1809 hostess friend dr johnson and friend friends selected edited commentary charles hughes summary barbara2 |
| 11958 |
11926 |
12616 |
Life and Adventures of Michael Armstrong, the Factory Boy |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction |
The industrial revolution led to the rise of manufacture and, thus, the cotton mill factories. This important novel tells about the plight of Michael Armstrong, one of the boys who is forced to work there. The aim of the novel was to expose the public to the conditions of thousands of "infant labourers" around the northern mill towns. The novel drew much criticism, of course. Yet, nonetheless, it is a forgotten masterpiece, perfect for fans of Oliver Twist and North and South. It is a brave novel, full of truth and honesty, yet probably not for the faint of heart. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1840 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-michael-armstrong-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
industrial revolution led rise manufacture and thus cotton mill factories important novel tells plight michael armstrong one boys forced work there aim novel expose public conditions thousands infant labourers around northern mill towns novel drew much criticism course yet nonetheless forgotten masterpiece perfect fans oliver twist north south brave novel full truth honesty yet probably faint heart summary stav nisser |
| 11959 |
11927 |
12617 |
Old Year and The New |
William Henry Rhodes |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Henry Rhodes will long be remembered by his contemporaries at the Bar of California as a man of rare genius, exemplary habits, high honor, and gentle manners, with wit and humor unexcelled. His writings are illumined by powerful fancy, scientific knowledge, and a reasoning power which gave to his most weird imaginations the similitude of truth and the apparel of facts. W.H.L.B. (from the In Memoriam of the book) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-year-and-the-new-by-william-henry-rhodes/ |
william henry rhodes long remembered contemporaries bar california man rare genius exemplary habits high honor gentle manners wit humor unexcelled writings illumined powerful fancy scientific knowledge reasoning power gave weird imaginations similitude truth apparel facts w h l b from memoriam book |
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11928 |
12618 |
Cowboy Life on the Sidetrack |
Frank Benton |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Frank Benton, himself a wealthy rancher, provides a series of first-hand sketches of cowboy life of the late 19th and early 20th century from stories gathered from the "sidetrack." These were working cowpunchers with a subculture of their own who did the day-to-day work of the ranches. This is an important part of American history preserved for us in these stories. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/cowboy-life-on-the-sidetrack-by-frank-benton/ |
frank benton wealthy rancher provides series first hand sketches cowboy life late 19th early 20th century stories gathered sidetrack working cowpunchers subculture day to day work ranches important part american history preserved us stories summary larry wilson |
| 11961 |
11929 |
12619 |
Old-Fashioned Girl (Dramatic Reading) |
Louisa May Alcott |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Family Life |
When country girl Polly Milton comes to visit her friend Fanny Shaw, city life isn’t all she had hoped it would be. Thrown in the middle of a dysfunctional family, Polly remembers the teachings of her wise mother, and does her best to plant seeds of cheerfulness, honesty, and respect -- and teaching virtue by example.\n<br>\nFour years later, Polly returns to scratch out a living as a music teacher, but finds herself mixed up in much more than piano lessons. Through heartache and love triangles, temptation and tragedy, Polly’s story shows that even the dreams of old-fashioned girls can come true.<br /><br /<br /><b>Cast List:</b>\n<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\nPolly Milton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a><br>Fanny Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4323">BookAngel7</a><br>Tom Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Maud Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11615">Laura Riley</a><br>Mr. Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8011">Greg Giordano</a><br>Mrs. Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Grandma Shaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mr. Sydney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12382">Daniel Metivier</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional characters voiced by\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9446">Adele de Pignerolles</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8886">Esther ben Simonides</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11277">Stacy Simon</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10230">toadoftoadhall</a>, and \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">fiddlesticks</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a>, and \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7356">Rachel</a> |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/an-old-fashioned-girl-dramatic-reading-by-louisa-may-alcott/ |
country girl polly milton comes visit friend fanny shaw city life isn t hoped would be thrown middle dysfunctional family polly remembers teachings wise mother best plant seeds cheerfulness honesty respect teaching virtue example br four years later polly returns scratch living music teacher finds mixed much piano lessons heartache love triangles temptation tragedy polly s story shows even dreams old fashioned girls come true br br br b cast list b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br polly milton a href https librivox org reader 10594 hannah mary a br fanny shaw a href https librivox org reader 4323 bookangel7 a br tom shaw a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br maud shaw a href https librivox org reader 11615 laura riley a br mr shaw a href https librivox org reader 8011 greg giordano a br mrs shaw a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br grandma shaw a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mr sydney a href https librivox org reader 12382 daniel metivier a br br additional characters voiced a href https librivox org reader 9446 adele de pignerolles a a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a a href https librivox org reader 8886 esther ben simonides a a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a a href https librivox org reader 11277 stacy simon a a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a a href https librivox org reader 10230 toadoftoadhall a a href https librivox org reader 10615 twinkle a br br audio edited a href https librivox org reader 7730 fiddlesticks a a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a a href https librivox org reader 7356 rachel a |
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11930 |
12620 |
Short Poetry Collection 178 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 44 poems read by LibriVox volunteers for March 2018 |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-178-by-various/ |
collection 44 poems read librivox volunteers march 2018 |
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11931 |
12621 |
Ring and the Book - An Interpretation |
Francis Bickford Hornbrooke |
Literary Criticism |
Francis Bickford Hornbrooke was an American Unitarian minister who in later years was recognized as an expert commentator on literature, in particular the works of Robert Browning. Of all Browning's output, it was his monumental epic, the Ring and the Book, which most attracted Hornbrooke's attention, and he said that " I have read the poem throughout at least thirty times, and every time with increased pleasure. The more I read it, the more I love it, and the less I find in it to censure." His interpretation of the poem is distinguished not only by the great expository and rhetorical skills of a celebrated preacher, but also by a deep and appreciative understanding of the passion and expressive mastery of the poet. ( Algy Pug) </p>\n |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-ring-and-the-book-an-interpretation-by-francis-bickford-hornbrooke/ |
francis bickford hornbrooke american unitarian minister later years recognized expert commentator literature particular works robert browning browning s output monumental epic ring book attracted hornbrooke s attention said read poem throughout least thirty times every time increased pleasure read it love it less find censure interpretation poem distinguished great expository rhetorical skills celebrated preacher also deep appreciative understanding passion expressive mastery poet algy pug p |
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11932 |
12622 |
Coffee Break Collection 014 - New Beginnings |
Various |
Short Stories |
This is the fourteenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "New Beginnings", where some kind of change or new start is significant. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry... we have them all. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-14-new-beginnings-by-various/ |
fourteenth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection new beginnings kind change new start significant fiction non fiction poetry all |
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11933 |
12623 |
Constance Dunlap |
Arthur B. Reeve |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Constance Dunlap is a young woman who in Chapter 1 turns amateur criminal in order to to save her husband from disgrace and imminent arrest. When this sadly doesn't work out exactly as planned, Constance goes on to embrace a new life. More antiheroine than heroine, she uses her wits and new found talents to aid others in avoiding retribution for their crimes always one step ahead of the detective pursuing her. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/constance-dunlap-by-arthur-b-reeve/ |
constance dunlap young woman chapter 1 turns amateur criminal order save husband disgrace imminent arrest sadly work exactly planned constance goes embrace new life antiheroine heroine uses wits new found talents aid others avoiding retribution crimes always one step ahead detective pursuing her summary j m smallheer |
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11934 |
12624 |
Child Christopher and Goldilind the Fair |
William Morris |
Fantasy Fiction |
A prose romance set in the forested kingdom of Oakenrealm, where a squirrel can go about from end to end without touching the ground, in which Christopher wins the fair queen Goldilind, discovers his true identity and reclaims his birthright. In this tale of valour and romance, William Morris reimagined the medieval lay of Havelock the Dane. Child Christopher was originally published by Morris's Kelmscott Press and reprinted in the 1970s as the twelfth volume of the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/child-christopher-and-goldilind-the-fair-by-william-morris/ |
prose romance set forested kingdom oakenrealm squirrel go end end without touching ground christopher wins fair queen goldilind discovers true identity reclaims birthright tale valour romance william morris reimagined medieval lay havelock dane child christopher originally published morris s kelmscott press reprinted 1970s twelfth volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library summary phil benson |
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11935 |
12625 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 12, Jan. 20, 1880 |
Various |
Short Stories, General, General |
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, craft projects and more. This 12th issue of the serial, published on January 20, 1880, features stories of narrow escapes and rescues, new friendships, enchanted timepieces, arctic wildlife, archaeological discoveries, an astronomy lesson, and a picturesque sail down the Nile river. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-12/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction poetry craft projects more 12th issue serial published january 20 1880 features stories narrow escapes rescues new friendships enchanted timepieces arctic wildlife archaeological discoveries astronomy lesson picturesque sail nile river serial published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
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11936 |
12626 |
Memoirs of Chateaubriand Volume II |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Memoirs |
Volume II of Chateaubriand's Memoirs from Beyond the Tomb, translated by Teixeira de Mattos. This volume covers the period from his return to France to fight, reluctantly, for the King, his early literary successes with many portraits of the great and the good, including Napoleon, through to his travels in the Near East in the first decade of the 19th century, all through with his characteristic blend of mordant wit and melancholy. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-chateaubriand-volume-ii-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
volume ii chateaubriand s memoirs beyond tomb translated teixeira de mattos volume covers period return france fight reluctantly king early literary successes many portraits great good including napoleon travels near east first decade 19th century characteristic blend mordant wit melancholy summary nicole lee |
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11937 |
12628 |
Tocsin of Revolt, and other Essays |
Brander Matthews |
Essays & Short Works |
This is a volume of essays by American author Brander Matthews. Matthews is today mostly remembered for his short pieces of speculative fiction, but his essays are also of enduring interest. This volume contains 15 essays on different topics, ranging from contemporary history (1922) over literature to philosophy. They are written in a very accessible style and will interest readers and listeners today as much as they must have interested readers when the book was published in 1922. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-tocsin-of-revolt-and-other-essays-by-brander-matthews/ |
volume essays american author brander matthews matthews today mostly remembered short pieces speculative fiction essays also enduring interest volume contains 15 essays different topics ranging contemporary history 1922 literature philosophy written accessible style interest readers listeners today much must interested readers book published 1922 summary carolin |
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11938 |
12629 |
Ghost Ship & Other Stories |
Richard Middleton |
Short Stories |
Richard Middleton is one of the many authors who, despite great merit, have been almost entirely forgotten today. This English author was an eminent literary figure in his day, admired by, among others, Edgar Jepson, Arthur Machen, and Raymond Chandler. This collection of short stories contains his best-known short story, The Ghost Ship, a skillfully written horror story. The other stories contained in this collection are not all horror stories, but cover a variety of genres and topics. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-ship-other-stories-by-richard-middleton/ |
richard middleton one many authors who despite great merit almost entirely forgotten today english author eminent literary figure day admired by among others edgar jepson arthur machen raymond chandler collection short stories contains best known short story ghost ship skillfully written horror story stories contained collection horror stories cover variety genres topics summary carolin |
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11939 |
12630 |
Lonesome Land |
B. M. Bower |
Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
Val had come to Montana to marry a cowboy named Manley, envisioning a life of wedded bliss, freedom, and was anticipating happiness in her adopted part of the country. She would soon learn that the winters could be cruel and lonesome for a woman living on a ranch which was situated miles from the nearest neighbor. She would learn that her husband spent most of his time drinking. And she would learn that everybody has their own methods of dealing with the harshness and loneliness of the land she has come to call home. Val is determined to re-invent her notions about men and women, her new duties in life, and life as it existed in the relatively new West. At every turn, her will and her strength are tested. Would she find the strength within herself to overcome the hardships, or would she succumb to the reality of her surroundings? - Summary by Roger Melin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lonesome-land-by-b-m-bower/ |
val come montana marry cowboy named manley envisioning life wedded bliss freedom anticipating happiness adopted part country would soon learn winters could cruel lonesome woman living ranch situated miles nearest neighbor would learn husband spent time drinking would learn everybody methods dealing harshness loneliness land come call home val determined re invent notions men women new duties life life existed relatively new west every turn strength tested would find strength within overcome hardships would succumb reality surroundings summary roger melin |
| 11972 |
11940 |
12631 |
Jewish Fairy Tales and Legends |
Gertrude Landa |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"My desire is to give boys and girls something Jewish which they may be able to regard as companion delights to the treasury of general fairy-lore and childish romance." from the preface. These tales deal with the boyish exploits of the great Biblical characters, Abraham, Moses, and David. "These I have rewritten from the stories in the Talmud and Midrash in a manner suitable for the children of to-day."\n\n - Summary by Phil Chenevert and the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/jewish-fairy-tales-and-legends-by-gertrude-landa/ |
my desire give boys girls something jewish may able regard companion delights treasury general fairy lore childish romance preface tales deal boyish exploits great biblical characters abraham moses david these rewritten stories talmud midrash manner suitable children to day summary phil chenevert author |
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11941 |
12632 |
Homeward Songs by the Way |
George William Russell |
Single author |
George William Russell -- better known by his pen name "A.E." -- was an Irish writer, poet and mystic, a lifelong friend of William Butler Yeats, and an original member of Ireland's Theosophical Society. In a letter to a friend, penned several years before he died, he wrote: "I know no mechanism is going to solve the world's problems. Nothing will, except the spiritual life." This volume of poems contains his first published work and reflects on the mysteries of nature and the divine, of life and the universe. (Summary by Nemo) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/homeward-songs-by-the-way-by-george-william-russell/ |
george william russell better known pen name a e irish writer poet mystic lifelong friend william butler yeats original member ireland s theosophical society letter friend penned several years died wrote i know mechanism going solve world s problems nothing will except spiritual life volume poems contains first published work reflects mysteries nature divine life universe summary nemo |
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11948 |
12640 |
Life in the Sick-room: Essays by an Invalid |
Harriet Martineau |
Essays & Short Works |
Thinking she would be ill for the rest of her life, Harriet Martineau wrote these partly autobiographical essays about life in the sickroom. Considered ground breaking, it asserted that the sickroom is the sick person's place and not the doctor's. Sick people were able and willing to decide what is best for them. In England and abroad, people declared that "a sick person cannot write a healthy book" and that Harriet Martineau was definitely out of her senses. It would be interesting to see how much has changed. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/life-in-the-sick-room-essays-by-an-invalid-by-harriet-martineau/ |
thinking would ill rest life harriet martineau wrote partly autobiographical essays life sickroom considered ground breaking asserted sickroom sick person s place doctor s sick people able willing decide best them england abroad people declared a sick person cannot write healthy book harriet martineau definitely senses would interesting see much changed summary stav nisser wikipedia |
| 11975 |
11942 |
12633 |
Cupid's Cyclopedia |
John Cecil Clay |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
This 1910 short work is by the English-born American humorist, satirist, and illustrator Oliver Herford, aided by another caricaturist and illustrator, John Cecil Clay. Herford’s books were usually short and quite popular in their time. He is a master of the witty remark and joke, i.e., “Many are called but few get up” and “Only the young die good”. Cupid’s Cyclopedia is a jesting alphabetical list of words and their definitions dealing with the course of true love; the book closes with an essay on the same subject entitled “Amoria,” a tongue-in-cheek imaginative travelogue on “the most ancient and honorable country upon the earth’s surface.” The text has many illustrations that make the author’s thoughts more entertaining and often clearer. There is an appendix, but the text indicates that it has been removed. (Summary by David Wales) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/cupids-cyclopedia-by-oliver-herford/ |
1910 short work english born american humorist satirist illustrator oliver herford aided another caricaturist illustrator john cecil clay herford s books usually short quite popular time master witty remark joke i e many called get up only young die good cupid s cyclopedia jesting alphabetical list words definitions dealing course true love book closes essay subject entitled amoria tongue in cheek imaginative travelogue the ancient honorable country upon earth s surface text many illustrations make author s thoughts entertaining often clearer appendix text indicates removed summary david wales |
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11943 |
12634 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 03) - The Odyssey (Book 03) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Γ - Τὰ ἐν Πύλῳ.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 3. Assembly of the People of Ithaca.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 3 : Telemachus at the House of Nestor<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-3-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία γ τὰ ἐν πύλῳ br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 3 assembly people ithaca br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 3 telemachus house nestor br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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11944 |
12635 |
Word Portraits of Famous Writers |
Mabel E. Wotton |
Essays & Short Works |
Mabel Elizabeth Wotton, an author herself, moved in the literary circles of the late nineteenth century establishing many close friendships, She presents for us here, not literary criticism nor biographical sketches, but "word portraits," shore vignettes of a persons physical appearance and elements of behavior or personality. These are all drawn from many sources -- biographies, newspapers, or personal friends of the authors. Some descriptions are based on paintings or drawings, but the majority are derived from personal acquaintance. Thus, we have a unique view of these famous artists that we seldom read. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/word-portraits-of-famous-writers-by-mabel-e-wotton/ |
mabel elizabeth wotton author herself moved literary circles late nineteenth century establishing many close friendships presents us here literary criticism biographical sketches word portraits shore vignettes persons physical appearance elements behavior personality drawn many sources biographies newspapers personal friends authors descriptions based paintings drawings majority derived personal acquaintance thus unique view famous artists seldom read summary larry wilson |
| 11978 |
11945 |
12636 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 055 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the \nreaders. Topics include Philosophy and Psychology: selections from Kierkegaard's \n"Preparation for a Christian Life" and Jung's "The Hymn of Creation," and an \nexploration of Hegel's psychology; Arts and the Avant-garde: critiques of Kreymborg by \nLola Ridge and of Pablo Picasso by Marius de Zayas, the rationale behind "1001 \nAfternoons in Chicago" by Ben Hecht, and notes on the 15th century inventors of \nmoveable type; Science: "Voyager I Encounters Saturn" by NASA and microscopic \ninvestigation of protozoa; Equal Rights: comments by Charles Sumner and Lucy \nParsons; Evocations of the Seasons: January days in New England and Monarch \nbutterflies overwintering in Bolinas, California; as well as praise for American cheese, and an essay by Henry Ford, expounding "What I Learned About Business."\n<br><br>\nGeorg Hegel's Psychology was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/7123">Granville Stanley Hall</a><br>\nGustav Jung's The Hymn of Creation was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/13220">Beatrice M Hinkle</a> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-055-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include philosophy psychology selections kierkegaard s preparation christian life jung s the hymn creation exploration hegel s psychology arts avant garde critiques kreymborg lola ridge pablo picasso marius de zayas rationale behind 1001 afternoons chicago ben hecht notes 15th century inventors moveable type science voyager encounters saturn nasa microscopic investigation protozoa equal rights comments charles sumner lucy parsons evocations seasons january days new england monarch butterflies overwintering bolinas california well praise american cheese essay henry ford expounding what learned business br br georg hegel s psychology translated a href https librivox org author 7123 granville stanley hall a br gustav jung s hymn creation translated a href https librivox org author 13220 beatrice hinkle a |
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11946 |
12638 |
If I Had a Father |
George MacDonald |
Dramatic Readings |
Arthur Gervaise, a London sculptor, learns too late of his love for a woman, while his absentee father secretly tries to serve and help him. Meanwhile, an old country man searches frantically for his daughter, whose disappearance he suspects Arthur has something to do with. These two fathers' devotion to their adult children causes those around them to reevaluate and elevate their own ideas of fatherhood. - Summary by Devorah Allen\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nArthur Gervaise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\n Colonel Gervaise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Warren: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Constance: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a><br>Waterfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Mrs. Clifford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>James: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Mattie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Susan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Thomas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6097">Phil Benson</a><br>Bill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Jack: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Jim: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Policeman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>First Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>Second Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12249">Adriana Sacciotto</a><br>Third Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12236">RajVO</a><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/if-i-had-a-father-by-george-macdonald/ |
arthur gervaise london sculptor learns late love woman absentee father secretly tries serve help him meanwhile old country man searches frantically daughter whose disappearance suspects arthur something with two fathers devotion adult children causes around reevaluate elevate ideas fatherhood summary devorah allen br br cast list br arthur gervaise a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br colonel gervaise a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br warren a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br constance a href https librivox org reader 10594 hannah mary a br waterfield a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs clifford a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br james a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mattie a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br susan a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br thomas a href https librivox org reader 6097 phil benson a br bill a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br jack a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br jim a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br policeman a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br first boy a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br second boy a href https librivox org reader 12249 adriana sacciotto a br third boy a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12236 rajvo a br |
| 11980 |
11947 |
12639 |
Parables |
Lyman Abbott |
Christian Fiction, Christianity - Other |
This is a collection of the parables of the new testament. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-parables-by-lyman-abbott/ |
collection parables new testament summary lynda marie neilson |
| 11981 |
11949 |
12641 |
Moors in Spain |
Stanley Lane-Poole |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
“The history of Spain offers us a melancholy contrast. Twelve hundred years ago, Tarik the Moor added the land of the Visigoths to the long catalogue of kingdoms subdued by the Moslems. For nearly eight centuries, under her Mohammedan rulers, Spain set to all Europe a shining example of a civilized and enlightened State. Her fertile provinces, rendered doubly prolific by the industry and engineering skill of her conquerors, bore fruit an hundredfold. Cities innumerable sprang up in the rich valleys of the Guadalquivir and the Guadiana, whose names, and names only, still commemorate the vanished glories of their past.” - Summary by Stanley Lane-Poole |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-moors-in-spain-by-stanley-lane-poole/ |
the history spain offers us melancholy contrast twelve hundred years ago tarik moor added land visigoths long catalogue kingdoms subdued moslems nearly eight centuries mohammedan rulers spain set europe shining example civilized enlightened state fertile provinces rendered doubly prolific industry engineering skill conquerors bore fruit hundredfold cities innumerable sprang rich valleys guadalquivir guadiana whose names names only still commemorate vanished glories past summary stanley lane poole |
| 11982 |
11950 |
12642 |
Songs of Two |
Arthur S. Hardy |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poems by American engineer, educator, editor, diplomat, novelist, and poet Arthur Sherburne Hardy. All of the poems in this volume are short and expressive, touching upon many different subjects. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-two-by-arthur-s-hardy/ |
volume poems american engineer educator editor diplomat novelist poet arthur sherburne hardy poems volume short expressive touching upon many different subjects summary carolin |
| 11983 |
11951 |
12643 |
Farm Ballads |
Will Carleton |
Poetry |
Farm Ballads is a rather influential volume of poetry by American poet Will Carleton. The poems are concerning rural life in Michigan, where the poet grew up and spent much of his life before eventually moving to Boston. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/farm-ballads-by-will-carleton/ |
farm ballads rather influential volume poetry american poet carleton poems concerning rural life michigan poet grew spent much life eventually moving boston summary carolin |
| 11984 |
11952 |
12644 |
Sonnets and Songs |
Helen Hay Whitney |
Poetry |
This is a collection of sonnets and songs by American poet, writer, racehorse owner/breeder, socialite, and philanthropist Helen Hay Whitney. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-and-songs-by-helen-hay-whitney/ |
collection sonnets songs american poet writer racehorse owner breeder socialite philanthropist helen hay whitney summary carolin |
| 11985 |
11953 |
12645 |
Book of the Ocean |
Ernest Ingersoll |
Travel & Geography |
The Book of the Ocean is precisely what its title promises. It contains a rather broad overview of all topics connected to the ocean, such as its geography and the history of the exploration of the oceans. Besides the oceans themselves, the book contains several chapters on the different aspects of seafaring: building ships and seafaring, war ships, merchant ships and voyages, piracy, and yachting. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-ocean-by-ernest-ingersoll/ |
book ocean precisely title promises contains rather broad overview topics connected ocean geography history exploration oceans besides oceans themselves book contains several chapters different aspects seafaring building ships seafaring war ships merchant ships voyages piracy yachting summary carolin |
| 11986 |
11954 |
12646 |
Bores |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
Moliere: "Never was any Dramatic performance so hurried as this; and it is a thing, I believe, quite new, to have a comedy planned, finished, got up, and played in a fortnight. I do not say this to boast of an impromptu, or to pretend to any reputation on that account: but only to prevent certain people, who might object that I have not introduced here all the species of Bores who are to be found. I know that the number of them is great, both at the Court and in the City, and that, without episodes, I might have composed a comedy of five acts and still have had matter to spare." <br> <br>\n\nSo with that, who needs a plot? - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nNaiad: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nEraste, in love with Orphise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDamis, guardian to Orphise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nLisandre, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nAlcandre, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nAlcippe, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nDorante, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nCaritides, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nOrmin, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nFilinte, a bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12184">gawoozle</a><br>\nLa Montagne, servant to Eraste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nL'Epine, servant to Damis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nLa Riviere: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nOrphise, in love with Eraste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nOrante, a female bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nClimene, a female bore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9921">April Walters</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1661 |
https://librivox.org/the-bores-by-moliere/ |
moliere never dramatic performance hurried this thing believe quite new comedy planned finished got up played fortnight say boast impromptu pretend reputation account prevent certain people might object introduced species bores found know number great court city that without episodes might composed comedy five acts still matter spare br br that needs plot summary toddhw br br cast list br naiad a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br eraste love orphise a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br damis guardian orphise a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br lisandre bore a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br alcandre bore a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br alcippe bore a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br dorante bore a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br caritides bore a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br ormin bore a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br filinte bore a href https librivox org reader 12184 gawoozle a br la montagne servant eraste a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br l epine servant damis a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br la riviere a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br orphise love eraste a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br orante female bore a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br climene female bore a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 9921 april walters a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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11955 |
12647 |
Blunderer, or The Counterplots |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
A very early Moliere. From the Translator: "In this piece the plot is carried on ... by a servant, Mascarille, who is the first original personage Molière has created; he is not a mere imitation of the valets of the Italian or classical comedy; he has not the coarseness and base feelings of the servants of his contemporaries, but he is a lineal descendant of Villon, a free and easy fellow, not over nice in the choice or execution of his plans, but inventing new ones after each failure, simply to keep in his hand; not too valiant, except perhaps when in his cups, rather jovial and chaffy, making fun of himself and everybody else besides, no respecter of persons or things, and doomed probably not to die in his bed." - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLELIO, son to PANDOLPHUS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLEANDER, a young gentleman of good birth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nANSELMO, an old man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nPANDOLPHUS, an old man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nTRUFALDIN, an old man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nANDRÈS, a supposed gipsy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMASCARILLE, servant to Lelio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nERGASTE, a servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA MESSENGER: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nCELIA, slave to TRUFALDIN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nHIPPOLYTA, daughter to ANSELMO: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1653 |
https://librivox.org/the-blunderer-or-the-counterplots-by-moliere/ |
early moliere translator in piece plot carried servant mascarille first original personage molière created mere imitation valets italian classical comedy coarseness base feelings servants contemporaries lineal descendant villon free easy fellow nice choice execution plans inventing new ones failure simply keep hand valiant except perhaps cups rather jovial chaffy making fun everybody else besides respecter persons things doomed probably die bed summary toddhw br br cast list br lelio son pandolphus a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br leander young gentleman good birth a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br anselmo old man a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br pandolphus old man a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br trufaldin old man a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br andrès supposed gipsy a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mascarille servant lelio a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br ergaste servant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br messenger a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br celia slave trufaldin a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br hippolyta daughter anselmo a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 11988 |
11956 |
12648 |
'Farewell, Nikola' |
Guy Boothby |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Farewell Nikola is the fifth and last novel of the Dr Nikola series. We are reacquainted with Richard "Dick" Hatteras, former South Seas adventurer and Roustabout who clashed with Dr Nicola in “A Bid for Fortune". He is now Sir Richard Hatteras and firmly married. He is taking a long sojourn with his wife and companions in Venice, where quite by chance (or is it ?) he bumps into Dr Nikola, who despite their stormy past, is the height of affability. He is still suave, cosmopolitan, cultivated and just as unscrupulous as he ever was. We discover that Nikola lives alone in Venice in a dilapidated palace with a macabre history.\n\nHatteras is drawn once more into a tangled web spun by Dr Nikola who reveals something of his own past and presents a side of himself that we have never seen. \nHe still regards himself above all laws, and follows his own strange code of conduct. If you thought that words like empathy, compassion, contrition would never have featured in the lexicon of Dr Nicola then be prepared for a surprise. - Summary by Peter Keeble |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/farewell-nikola-by-guy-boothby/ |
farewell nikola fifth last novel dr nikola series reacquainted richard dick hatteras former south seas adventurer roustabout clashed dr nicola a bid fortune sir richard hatteras firmly married taking long sojourn wife companions venice quite chance or bumps dr nikola despite stormy past height affability still suave cosmopolitan cultivated unscrupulous ever was discover nikola lives alone venice dilapidated palace macabre history hatteras drawn tangled web spun dr nikola reveals something past presents side never seen still regards laws follows strange code conduct thought words like empathy compassion contrition would never featured lexicon dr nicola prepared surprise summary peter keeble |
| 11989 |
11957 |
12649 |
Mary Frances Story Book |
Jane Eayre Fryer |
Short works |
The Mary Frances Story Book is different from the other Mary Frances Books. They are part lessons and part story; they teach something about cooking and sewing, knitting and crocheting, housekeeping and gardening, and first-aid—and tell a story, too; but The Mary Frances Story Book is all story.\nOn a summer afternoon Mary Frances took a holiday and sailed away across the blue water to an island—an island formed by the top of a coral mountain resting in a sea of blue; oh, so blue—a brighter blue than the water in your mother’s bluing tub—not the blue that makes you feel sad and blue, but the blue that makes you laugh with happiness. The island itself and the roofs of the houses were coral white, and the green was the green of the palm and banana and mahogany tree. The breezes that blew over them were the warm, soft breezes of the southern sun. This island was the “enchanted island” of the good story-tellers which Mary Frances was allowed to visit. The story people who lived there believed in truth and beauty, and courage and kindness, and these were the theme of their stories. Like all good islands, this island had enemies, but they came to a bad end, as, in the long run, all evil persons will; and truth and beauty, and courage and kindness won the day, as they always must in every land where the searchlight of the sun flashes its beams.\nAs may be imagined, when Mary Frances came home she had not only one, but many stories to tell; and they are written in this book. - Summary by From the Preface |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-mary-frances-story-book-by-jane-eayre-fryer/ |
mary frances story book different mary frances books part lessons part story teach something cooking sewing knitting crocheting housekeeping gardening first aid and tell story too mary frances story book story summer afternoon mary frances took holiday sailed away across blue water island an island formed top coral mountain resting sea blue oh blue a brighter blue water mother s bluing tub not blue makes feel sad blue blue makes laugh happiness island roofs houses coral white green green palm banana mahogany tree breezes blew warm soft breezes southern sun island enchanted island good story tellers mary frances allowed visit story people lived believed truth beauty courage kindness theme stories like good islands island enemies came bad end as long run evil persons will truth beauty courage kindness day always must every land searchlight sun flashes beams may imagined mary frances came home one many stories tell written book summary preface |
| 11990 |
11958 |
12650 |
Wall |
Robert Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Browning, when at his best in vigor, clearness, and beauty, is peculiarly a poet for young people. His freedom from sentimentality, his liveliness of conception and narration, his high optimism, and his interest in the things that make for the life of the soul, appeal to the imagination and the feelings of youth. - TEACHERS' COLLEGE, NEW YORK, July, 1899. (from the Preface to Browning's Shorter Poems) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-wall-by-robert-browning/ |
browning best vigor clearness beauty peculiarly poet young people freedom sentimentality liveliness conception narration high optimism interest things make life soul appeal imagination feelings youth teachers college new york july 1899 from preface browning s shorter poems |
| 11991 |
11959 |
12651 |
Wilderness Songs |
Grace H. Conkling |
Single author |
This second volume of verse by Grace Hazard Conkling -- American poet, author and musician -- ranges in theme from close observations of the natural world to the loss and desolation of World War I. Having taught English for 34 years at Smith College, Conkling remains honored to this day with an annual poetry residency in her name. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/wilderness-songs-by-grace-h-conkling/ |
second volume verse grace hazard conkling american poet author musician ranges theme close observations natural world loss desolation world war i taught english 34 years smith college conkling remains honored day annual poetry residency name summary nemo |
| 11992 |
11960 |
12652 |
Chronicles of America Volume 02 - The Spanish Conquerors |
Irving Berdine Richman |
History |
A discussion of the adventures of the Spanish explorers from Columbus to Pizarro. - Summary by Jim Locke<br><br>\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-spanish-conquerors-by-irving-berdine-richman/ |
discussion adventures spanish explorers columbus pizarro summary jim locke br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
| 11993 |
11961 |
12653 |
Retrospect |
J. Hudson Taylor |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
Join James Hudson Taylor on the God-led journey through his calling, time of preparation, and life work in China. This British Christian missionary founded China Inland Mission (CIM), now known as OMF International. - Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/a-retrospect-by-j-hudson-taylor/ |
join james hudson taylor god led journey calling time preparation life work china british christian missionary founded china inland mission cim known omf international summary hannahmary |
| 11994 |
11962 |
12654 |
Short History of Wales |
Owen M. Edwards |
History |
A Short History of Wales is a book published in 1906 by Owen Edwards. It aimed to provide an introduction to Welsh history, to those who may not have previously dealt with the subject. -Summary by Anonymous |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-history-of-wales-by-owen-m-edwards/ |
short history wales book published 1906 owen edwards aimed provide introduction welsh history may previously dealt subject summary anonymous |
| 11995 |
11963 |
12655 |
Jenseit des Tweed |
Theodor Fontane |
Travel & Geography |
Fontanes Bericht über seine Reise nach Schottland mit seinem Freund Bernhard von Lepel. In dem für Fontane charakteristischen Stil umfasst die Erzählung eine Mischung aus Beschreibungen von Land und Leuten, Volksgeschichten und geschichtlichen Ereignissen. Sie ist gleichzeitig eine Hommage an den von ihm verehrten Sir Walter Scott." (Summary by RiDi)\n |
German |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/jenseit-des-tweed-by-theodor-fontane/ |
fontanes bericht über seine reise nach schottland mit seinem freund bernhard von lepel dem für fontane charakteristischen stil umfasst die erzählung eine mischung aus beschreibungen von land und leuten volksgeschichten und geschichtlichen ereignissen sie ist gleichzeitig eine hommage den von ihm verehrten sir walter scott summary ridi |
| 11996 |
11964 |
12656 |
Bert Wilson at the Wheel |
J. W. Duffield |
Action & Adventure |
First volume of an adventure series for young adults - Summary by kathrinee |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/bert-wilson-at-the-wheel-by-j-w-duffield/ |
first volume adventure series young adults summary kathrinee |
| 11997 |
11965 |
12657 |
Crimson Gardenia And Other Tales Of Adventure |
Rex Beach |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Published in 1916, this book collects eleven stories originally published in several different magazines. Beach’s adventure stories were immensely popular throughout the early 1900s. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-crimson-gardenia-and-other-tales-of-adventure-by-rex-beach/ |
published 1916 book collects eleven stories originally published several different magazines beach s adventure stories immensely popular throughout early 1900s summary david wales |
| 11998 |
11966 |
12658 |
Winter Stars |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This Weekly Poem is taken from Flame and Shadow, Copyright, 1920 by THE MACMILLAN COMPANY. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/winter-stars-by-sara-teasdale-2/ |
weekly poem taken flame shadow copyright 1920 macmillan company summary david lawrence |
| 11999 |
11980 |
12674 |
Secret history revealed by Lady Peggy O'Malley |
Charles Norris Williamson |
General Fiction |
"If, two years ago, when I was sixteen, I hadn’t wanted money to buy a white frock with roses on it, which I saw in Selfridge’s window, a secret crisis between the United States and Mexico would have been avoided; and the career of a splendid soldier would not have been broken.”\nRead here what happened to the girl, the soldier, and the white frock. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/secret-history-revealed-by-lady-peggy-omalley-by-charles-norris-williamson/ |
if two years ago sixteen hadn t wanted money buy white frock roses it saw selfridge s window secret crisis united states mexico would avoided career splendid soldier would broken read happened girl soldier white frock summary carolin |
| 12000 |
11967 |
12659 |
Frost at Midnight |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Samuel Taylor Coleridge was an English poet, literary critic, philosopher and theologian who, with his friend William Wordsworth, was a founder of the Romantic Movement in England and a member of the Lake Poets. He wrote the poems The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Kubla Khan, as well as the major prose work Biographia Literaria. \n\nThroughout his adult life Coleridge had crippling bouts of anxiety and depression; it has been speculated that he had bipolar disorder, which had not been defined during his lifetime. He was physically unhealthy, which may have stemmed from a bout of rheumatic fever and other childhood illnesses. He was treated for these conditions with laudanum, which fostered a lifelong opium addiction. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/frost-at-midnight-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge-2/ |
samuel taylor coleridge english poet literary critic philosopher theologian who friend william wordsworth founder romantic movement england member lake poets wrote poems rime ancient mariner kubla khan well major prose work biographia literaria throughout adult life coleridge crippling bouts anxiety depression speculated bipolar disorder defined lifetime physically unhealthy may stemmed bout rheumatic fever childhood illnesses treated conditions laudanum fostered lifelong opium addiction summary wikipedia |
| 12001 |
11968 |
12660 |
In New England Fields and Woods |
Rowland E. Robinson |
Animals, Essays & Short Works, Nature |
Born in rural Vermont in 1833, and nearly unknown to today's readers, Rowland Evans Robinson was once one of Vermont's best-known writers. A talented artist, he drew cartoons in New York City for the “funny papers" before returning to Vermont, where he authored nearly a dozen widely-read books on nature and rural farm life. Poor vision progressed to blindness between the ages of 44 and 60, yet he continued to write with the aid of his wife, Anna. This collection of short essays follows New England's changing seasons and moods in all its natural beauty. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/in-new-england-fields-and-woods-by-rowland-e-robinson/ |
born rural vermont 1833 nearly unknown today s readers rowland evans robinson one vermont s best known writers talented artist drew cartoons new york city funny papers returning vermont authored nearly dozen widely read books nature rural farm life poor vision progressed blindness ages 44 60 yet continued write aid wife anna collection short essays follows new england s changing seasons moods natural beauty summary nemo |
| 12002 |
11969 |
12661 |
Montes de Oca |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
Manuel Montes de Oca (Medina-Sidonia, 1804 – Vitoria, 20 de octubre de 1841) fue un marino y ministro de Marina, Comercio y Ultramar durante la presidencia de Espartero. Dirigió las acciones militares para sofocar los motines contra Espartero y organizó el levantamiento de 1841 en las Vascongadas. Montes de Oca es la octava novela de la Tercera Serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Se aparta momentáneamente de la historia de Fernando Calpena para poder trasladar la narración a Madrid, siendo el protagonista Santiago Ibero. Summary by Tux. |
Spanish |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/montes-de-oca-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
manuel montes de oca medina sidonia 1804 vitoria 20 de octubre de 1841 fue un marino ministro de marina comercio ultramar durante la presidencia de espartero dirigió las acciones militares para sofocar los motines contra espartero organizó el levantamiento de 1841 en las vascongadas montes de oca es la octava novela de la tercera serie de los episodios nacionales de benito pérez galdós se aparta momentáneamente de la historia de fernando calpena para poder trasladar la narración madrid siendo el protagonista santiago ibero summary tux |
| 12003 |
11970 |
12662 |
Catharine de Bora; or, Social and Domestic Scenes in the Life of Luther |
John G. Morris |
Biography & Autobiography |
"There are many interesting and characteristic incidents in the domestic life of Luther which are not found in biographies of the great Reformer. The character of his wife has not been portrayed in full, and who does not wish to become better acquainted with a woman who mingled many a drop of balsam in those numerous cups of sorrow which her celebrated husband was compelled to drink?\nThis little book is the result of extensive research, and exhibits facts attested by the most reliable authorities, many of which will be new to those of my readers who have not investigated this particular subject." from the Preface by John G. Morris, a noted Lutheran scholar from Baltimore, Maryland. These chapters start with a discussion of celibacy and marriage in the church, describe Lutheran's marriage to and life with Catharine de Bora, and her life after the reformers death, and accounts of their children. \n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/catharine-de-bora-or-social-and-domestic-scenes-in-the-life-of-luther-by-john-g-morris/ |
there many interesting characteristic incidents domestic life luther found biographies great reformer character wife portrayed full wish become better acquainted woman mingled many drop balsam numerous cups sorrow celebrated husband compelled drink little book result extensive research exhibits facts attested reliable authorities many new readers investigated particular subject preface john g morris noted lutheran scholar baltimore maryland chapters start discussion celibacy marriage church describe lutheran s marriage life catharine de bora life reformers death accounts children summary larry wilson |
| 12004 |
11971 |
12664 |
Beautiful and Damned |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Literary Fiction |
This 1922 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald chronicles the life of Anthony Patch, the only heir of millionaire Adam Patch, his grandfather. Anthony is young, handsome and well-educated. He marries the ravishingly beautiful Gloria, and together they plan for the day that Anthony receives his inheritance. But what will they make of themselves in the meantime as they look forward to a life of wealth and idle leisure? What is the role of purpose in a well-lived life? Fitzgerald explores these questions in a book that is at the same time humorous, sad and tragic. (Mark Nelson) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-beautiful-and-damned-by-f-scott-fitzgerald-2/ |
1922 novel f scott fitzgerald chronicles life anthony patch heir millionaire adam patch grandfather anthony young handsome well educated marries ravishingly beautiful gloria together plan day anthony receives inheritance make meantime look forward life wealth idle leisure role purpose well lived life fitzgerald explores questions book time humorous sad tragic mark nelson |
| 12005 |
11972 |
12665 |
Beacon Lights of History, Vol 9: European Statesmen |
John Lord |
*Non-fiction, History |
Continuing the Beacon Lights of History Series, Mr. Lord discusses important European Statesmen Mirabeau, Edmund Burke, Napoleon, Prince Metternich, Chateaubriand, George V, and Louis Philippe. Also discussed is the Greek Revolution. (Summary by KHand) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-vol-9-european-statesmen-by-john-lord/ |
continuing beacon lights history series mr lord discusses important european statesmen mirabeau edmund burke napoleon prince metternich chateaubriand george v louis philippe also discussed greek revolution summary khand |
| 12006 |
11973 |
12666 |
Absentee |
Maria Edgeworth |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Published in 1812, “The Absentee” by Maria Edgeworth examines social injustice in 19th-century Britain. At that time, the management of many Irish estates suffered from the absenteeism of their Anglo-Irish landlords. <br><br>We meet Lord and Lady Clonbrony. Lord Clonbrony struggles with debt, while Lady Clonbrony tries to shed her Irish connections and earn status in London’s high society (known as “the ton.”) Meanwhile, their son, Lord Colambre, is wary of the entanglements of that society and escapes to the family estate in Ireland, where he discovers the abuses that have arisen in the family’s absence.<br><br>Maria Edgeworth was a pioneer of realism in fiction, and one of the most successful and popular novelists of her time. She offered satirical portraits of society manners and sympathetic treatment of regional life. Her work won admiration from authors such as Jane Austen and Sir Walter Scott. “The Absentee” is named in the reference list “1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die.” - Summary by Bruce Pirie |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/the-absentee-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
published 1812 the absentee maria edgeworth examines social injustice 19th century britain time management many irish estates suffered absenteeism anglo irish landlords br br we meet lord lady clonbrony lord clonbrony struggles debt lady clonbrony tries shed irish connections earn status london s high society known the ton meanwhile son lord colambre wary entanglements society escapes family estate ireland discovers abuses arisen family s absence br br maria edgeworth pioneer realism fiction one successful popular novelists time offered satirical portraits society manners sympathetic treatment regional life work admiration authors jane austen sir walter scott the absentee named reference list 1001 books must read die summary bruce pirie |
| 12007 |
11974 |
12667 |
Complete Poems of Francis Ledwidge |
Francis Ledwidge |
Single author |
Francis Ledwidge, Irish poet, served in an Irish battalion ("The Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers") of the British Army during World War I. His first volume of poems was published while he served, in 1915; two more were published posthumously, and were followed by this collection of complete works in 1919. He and five comrades had been killed by an exploding shell during the third battle of Ypres (July 1917).\n\nHis poems reflect his love for his native rural countryside, tinged with loss arising from the war. From his frequent use of a blackbird motif, he was known as the "Poet of the Blackbird."\n\nOf him, the poet John Drinkwater wrote: "His poetry exults me, while not so his death.... to those who know what poetry is, the untimely death of a man like Ledwidge is nothing but calamity." - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-poems-of-francis-ledwidge-by-francis-ledwidge/ |
francis ledwidge irish poet served irish battalion the royal inniskilling fusiliers british army world war i first volume poems published served 1915 two published posthumously followed collection complete works 1919 five comrades killed exploding shell third battle ypres july 1917 poems reflect love native rural countryside tinged loss arising war frequent use blackbird motif known poet blackbird him poet john drinkwater wrote his poetry exults me death know poetry is untimely death man like ledwidge nothing calamity summary nemo |
| 12008 |
11975 |
12668 |
Septimus |
William John Locke |
Historical Fiction |
The book concerns the tangled lives of four people: Zora, a young widow who seeks some purpose in her life; Septimus Dix, an other-wordly but kind-hearted inventor of hopeless things; Clem Sypher, a larger than life businessman who is convinced his quack remedy will save the world; and Emmy, Zora’s younger sister, a rather flighty actress. (Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/septimus-by-william-john-locke/ |
book concerns tangled lives four people zora young widow seeks purpose life septimus dix other wordly kind hearted inventor hopeless things clem sypher larger life businessman convinced quack remedy save world emmy zora s younger sister rather flighty actress summary simon evers |
| 12009 |
11976 |
12669 |
Frostiana: or a history of the River Thames in a frozen state |
George Davis |
Modern (19th C) |
The frost fair of 1814 began on 1 February, and lasted four days. A printer named George Davis published a 124-page book, "Frostiana; or a History of the River Thames in a Frozen State". The entire book was type-set and printed in Davis's printing stall, which had been set up on the frozen Thames. The book is a written history of London's frost fairs, interspersed with humorous, cold-related sections including "How to Make Ice Cream" and "The Art of Ice Skating". - Summary by Wikipedia, Lewis Fletcher |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/frostiana-or-a-history-of-the-river-thames-in-a-frozen-state-by-george-davis/ |
frost fair 1814 began 1 february lasted four days printer named george davis published 124 page book frostiana history river thames frozen state entire book type set printed davis s printing stall set frozen thames book written history london s frost fairs interspersed humorous cold related sections including how make ice cream the art ice skating summary wikipedia lewis fletcher |
| 12010 |
11977 |
12671 |
Adventures of Mabel |
Harry Thurston Peck |
Children's Fiction |
This is a fantasy story about a little girl, 5-years old, who is the given the ability to converse with animals. - Summary by april6090 |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-mabel-by-lyndon-orr/ |
fantasy story little girl 5 years old given ability converse animals summary april6090 |
| 12011 |
11978 |
12672 |
Fairy Tales from Gold Lands Volume Two |
May Wentworth |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
High as the clouds are the mountains bold<br>\nThat tower in the glorious Land of Gold,<br>\nAnd cañons dusky with twilight deep<br>\nWhere a thousand mystic shadows peep.<br>\nThere are vineyards graceful with trailing vine<br>\nRich in the wealth of the rosy wine,<br>\nThere are orange groves and lime trees green<br>\nThat glint in the sunlight’s glowing sheen,<br>\nThere are deserts yellow with priceless sand,<br>\nAll these you will find in the Golden Land. - Summary by May Wentworth |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-from-gold-lands-2-by-may-wentworth/ |
high clouds mountains bold br tower glorious land gold br cañons dusky twilight deep br thousand mystic shadows peep br vineyards graceful trailing vine br rich wealth rosy wine br orange groves lime trees green br glint sunlight s glowing sheen br deserts yellow priceless sand br find golden land summary may wentworth |
| 12012 |
11979 |
12673 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 062 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Short Stories, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. -A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-062-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind a gramour |
| 12013 |
11981 |
12675 |
Blue Aunt |
Eliza Orne White |
Family |
This is a very cute children's book. Mr. West's half-sister Matilda is orphaned and she comes staying with the family for a while. It looks like Mr West doesn't like her very much, her being "blue" and all. What this means is an entirely unknown concept to his children, but they also anticipate that they won't like her very much either. But then Matilda arrives and neither her skin nor her hair are blue at all, and she turns out very very nice - winning the hearts of the children in no time. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-aunt-by-eliza-orne-white/ |
cute children s book mr west s half sister matilda orphaned comes staying family while looks like mr west like much blue all means entirely unknown concept children also anticipate like much either matilda arrives neither skin hair blue all turns nice winning hearts children time summary carolin |
| 12014 |
11982 |
12676 |
At Minas Basin and Other Poems |
Theodore Harding Rand |
Poetry |
This is a volume by Canadian poet and educator Theodore H. Rand. The poems are short and varied, with beautiful expressions and reflecting many different emotions. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/at-minas-basin-and-other-poems-by-theodore-harding-rand/ |
volume canadian poet educator theodore h rand poems short varied beautiful expressions reflecting many different emotions summary carolin |
| 12015 |
11983 |
12677 |
Roadside Harp |
Louise Imogen Guiney |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Louise Imogen Guiney. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-roadside-harp-by-louise-imogen-guiney/ |
collection poems louise imogen guiney summary carolin |
| 12016 |
11984 |
12678 |
Common Sense in the Household: A Manual of Practical Housewifery |
Marion Harland |
Cooking |
This is a practical guide to running a household in 1883. Marion Harland not only walks us through a number of important topics such as how to select and manage servants and organise a dinner party (best engage a good caterer), but also includes a number of recipes. Even today's listeners may find a new favourite dish among the recipes contained in this volume. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/common-sense-in-the-household-by-marion-harland/ |
practical guide running household 1883 marion harland walks us number important topics select manage servants organise dinner party best engage good caterer also includes number recipes even today s listeners may find new favourite dish among recipes contained volume summary carolin |
| 12017 |
11985 |
12679 |
Miss Mink's Soldier and Other Stories |
Alice Hegan Rice |
Short Stories |
This is a volume of very cute short stories. Miss Mink for instance invites a lonely soldier to her place for dinner and realises that with this one man the entire world walked into her front door. The other stories are connected by their southern themes but are otherwise entirely different. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/miss-minks-soldier-and-other-stories-by-alice-hegan-rice/ |
volume cute short stories miss mink instance invites lonely soldier place dinner realises one man entire world walked front door stories connected southern themes otherwise entirely different summary carolin |
| 12018 |
11986 |
12680 |
Stories in the Dark |
Barry Pain |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of some of Barry Pain's finest horror stories and weird fiction. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/stories-in-the-dark-by-barry-pain/ |
collection barry pain s finest horror stories weird fiction summary carolin |
| 12019 |
11987 |
12681 |
Witch of Prague: A Fantastic Tale |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Wanderer is looking far and wide for the love of his life, Beatrice. Try as he may, he cannot find her again. Appealing to a witch might help, but instead of using her powers to help the lovers find one another again, Unorna keeps them apart as much as possible. Will there be a happy end? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-witch-of-prague-a-fantastic-tale-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
wanderer looking far wide love life beatrice try may cannot find again appealing witch might help instead using powers help lovers find one another again unorna keeps apart much possible happy end summary carolin |
| 12020 |
11988 |
12682 |
Romance of Modern Invention |
Archibald Williams |
Technology & Engineering |
This is a volume of exploration into the newest inventions of the turn of the previous century. Journalist Archibald Williams walks the reader through diverse inventions which were changing the world at just that point in time. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-modern-invention-by-archibald-williams/ |
volume exploration newest inventions turn previous century journalist archibald williams walks reader diverse inventions changing world point time summary carolin |
| 12021 |
11989 |
12683 |
Life and Lillian Gish |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Biography & Autobiography, Performing Arts |
An authorized biography of Lillian Gish, the renowned silent film star known in her heyday as the First Lady of American Cinema. Albert Bigelow Paine chronicles Gish's early life, her close relationship with her sister Dorothy, her rise in film as an actor with Biograph Studios and muse of D. W. Griffith, her short time as a contract actor with MGM, and her return to the stage in the advent of the talkies. Peppered throughout with intimate and amusing anecdotes, this is a must-read for film historians, silent film enthusiasts, and admirers of one of cinema's legendary talents. (Tomas Peter) |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-lillian-gish-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
authorized biography lillian gish renowned silent film star known heyday first lady american cinema albert bigelow paine chronicles gish s early life close relationship sister dorothy rise film actor biograph studios muse d w griffith short time contract actor mgm return stage advent talkies peppered throughout intimate amusing anecdotes must read film historians silent film enthusiasts admirers one cinema s legendary talents tomas peter |
| 12022 |
11990 |
12684 |
Creature from Cleveland Depths (Version 2) |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
The Cold War of the 1960s has grown warmer and warmer over time until, at this time in the future, it is a very hot and nasty war where Atomic and Ionic Bombs are dropped and satellites snoop into everything. The US has decided to move underground for protection from bombs and snooping and society in this future age is happy living there. Everyone lives underground! Well, except for the odd balls and weirdos who insist on staying topside. Gusterson is one of these quirky ones. He is milked for new ideas by the less inventive 'moles' as he calls them. One of his ideas is taken and despite his warnings, turns into a monster indeed; something that can and does control people. Listen and hear of the horror of the 'TICKLER!" (First published in Galaxy magazine, 1961) - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-creature-from-cleveland-depths-by-fritz-leiber-2/ |
cold war 1960s grown warmer warmer time until time future hot nasty war atomic ionic bombs dropped satellites snoop everything us decided move underground protection bombs snooping society future age happy living there everyone lives underground well except odd balls weirdos insist staying topside gusterson one quirky ones milked new ideas less inventive moles calls them one ideas taken despite warnings turns monster indeed something control people listen hear horror tickler first published galaxy magazine 1961 summary phil chenevert |
| 12023 |
11991 |
12685 |
Chant of the Firemen |
Francis William Lauderdale Adams |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Francis William Lauderdale Adams was an essayist, poet, dramatist, novelist and journalist who produced a large volume of work in his short life.\nA self-professed 'Child of his Age', Adams combined in his life and work many distinctive features of both fin de siècle British culture and the Australian radical nationalism of the 1890s, including a strong sympathy with socialist and feminist movements. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/chant-of-the-firemen-by-francis-william-lauderdale-adams/ |
francis william lauderdale adams essayist poet dramatist novelist journalist produced large volume work short life self professed child age adams combined life work many distinctive features fin de siècle british culture australian radical nationalism 1890s including strong sympathy socialist feminist movements summary wikipedia |
| 12024 |
11992 |
12686 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 8: Part 1: The Marquise de Brinvilliers |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
The crimes of the Marquise of Brinvilliers, a French aristocrat during the reign of Louis XIV, included some of the most famous murders, scandals (Affair of the Poisons) and mysteries (the Man in the Iron Mask) in French history. This story recounts her major crimes, torture, conviction and execution. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-8-part-1-the-marquise-de-brinvilliers-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
crimes marquise brinvilliers french aristocrat reign louis xiv included famous murders scandals affair poisons mysteries the man iron mask french history story recounts major crimes torture conviction execution summary jvanstan |
| 12025 |
11993 |
12687 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XII, No 2, September 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xii-no-2-september-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12026 |
11994 |
12688 |
Mark Twain |
Archibald Henderson |
Biography & Autobiography |
Many writers have penned studies of Mark Twain's life and work through the years. Twain authorized this biography, having met and hosted the writer, Archibald Henderson, on a few occasions. Henderson considered this work to be an homage to one of his biggest idols, who guided him through his youth and adolescence. He writes, "It is an appreciation originating in the heart of one who loved Mark Twain’s works for a generation before he ever met Samuel L. Clemens. It is an interpretation springing from the conviction that Mark Twain was a great American who comprehensively incorporated and realized his own country and his own age as no American has so completely done before him." - Summary by John Greenman |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-by-archibald-henderson/ |
many writers penned studies mark twain s life work years twain authorized biography met hosted writer archibald henderson occasions henderson considered work homage one biggest idols guided youth adolescence writes it appreciation originating heart one loved mark twain s works generation ever met samuel l clemens interpretation springing conviction mark twain great american comprehensively incorporated realized country age american completely done him summary john greenman |
| 12027 |
11995 |
12689 |
Nice Girl With 5 Husbands |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
Four quirky short stories by the talented Fritz Leiber: Nice Girl with 5 Husbands, A Pail of Air, The Last Letter and A Bad Day for Sales. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/nice-girl-with-5-husbands-by-fritz-leiber/ |
four quirky short stories talented fritz leiber nice girl 5 husbands pail air last letter bad day sales summary phil chenevert |
| 12028 |
11996 |
12690 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. X, No 3, October 1901 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-x-no-3-october-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12029 |
11997 |
12691 |
Bobby in Search of a Birthday (version 2) |
Lebbeus Mitchell |
Family |
Bobby is a little orphan boy of about 5 who discovers he has somehow lost his 'birfhday' and decides to go looking for it. This epic quest takes him into strange places and meetings with people who are sometimes scoffing, but mostly kind and helpful to the small tot. Does he find his birfday? Well I can't tell you that, you will just have to listen. If you like warm, sweet stories with a great ending, this is for you! A delightful tale full of whimsy and fun. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bobby-in-search-of-a-birthday-by-lebbeus-mitchell-2/ |
bobby little orphan boy 5 discovers somehow lost birfhday decides go looking it epic quest takes strange places meetings people sometimes scoffing mostly kind helpful small tot find birfday well can t tell that listen like warm sweet stories great ending you delightful tale full whimsy fun summary phil chenevert |
| 12030 |
12004 |
12698 |
L'Orme |
George Payne Rainsford James |
Historical Fiction |
G.P.R. James was a historian and novelist, who took well-documented historical events and characters and wove stories around minor or imaginary actors in the events. In this work, set in seventeenth century France, we follow the adventures of young Louis, heir to the Count of Bigorre, after an encounter with the vindictive Marquis de Saint Brie forces him into exile. The tale wends its way inexorably towards the Battle of Marfee in the 30 years War and the death of the Count of Soissons in a failed coup against the much hated minister, Cardinal de Richelieu. Young love, a brush with the law, card sharks, a deadly avalanche-- life is definitely interesting for the young adventurer. |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/de-lorme-by-george-payne-rainsford-james/ |
g p r james historian novelist took well documented historical events characters wove stories around minor imaginary actors events work set seventeenth century france follow adventures young louis heir count bigorre encounter vindictive marquis de saint brie forces exile tale wends way inexorably towards battle marfee 30 years war death count soissons failed coup much hated minister cardinal de richelieu young love brush law card sharks deadly avalanche life definitely interesting young adventurer |
| 12031 |
11998 |
12692 |
Candida (version 2) |
George Bernard Shaw |
Satire |
This play tells the story of Candida, the wife of a famous clergyman, the Reverend James Mavor Morell. Morell is a Christian Socialist, popular in the Church of England, but Candida is responsible for much of his success. Candida returns home briefly from a trip to London with Eugene Marchbanks, a young poet who wants to rescue her from what he presumes to be her dull family life.\n\nMarchbanks is in love with Candida and believes she deserves something more than just complacency from her husband. He considers her divine, and his love eternal. In his view, it is quite improper and humiliating for Candida to have to attend to petty household chores. Morell believes Candida needs his care and protection, but the truth is quite the contrary. Ultimately, Candida must choose between the two gentlemen. She reasserts her preference for the "weaker of the two" who, after a momentary uncertainty, turns out to be her husband Morell. Note that the pronunciation of Candida is how Shaw himself preferred it be pronounced. [wikipedia and phil chenevert] |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/candida-by-george-bernard-shaw-2/ |
play tells story candida wife famous clergyman reverend james mavor morell morell christian socialist popular church england candida responsible much success candida returns home briefly trip london eugene marchbanks young poet wants rescue presumes dull family life marchbanks love candida believes deserves something complacency husband considers divine love eternal view quite improper humiliating candida attend petty household chores morell believes candida needs care protection truth quite contrary ultimately candida must choose two gentlemen reasserts preference weaker two who momentary uncertainty turns husband morell note pronunciation candida shaw preferred pronounced wikipedia phil chenevert |
| 12032 |
11999 |
12693 |
Court and Character of King James whereunto Is Now Added the Court of King Charles: Continued unto the Beginning of These Unhappy Times: with Some Observations upon Him Instead of a Character |
Anthony Weldon |
Early Modern |
Gossipy exposés of shenanigans at the heart of government are nothing new. The author, Sir Anthony Weldon (1583–1648), was a courtier of years of experience and standing; his account of court intrigues around the Stuart Kings James I (1603-1625) and Charles I (1625-1649) was written seemingly in the tense period leading up to the English Civil War in the 1640s, and for a private readership (the printed text was not published until several years into the Commonwealth period, when the monarchy had been abolished, and he himself had died).</p>\n\nThis text, known as the source for the summing up of James I as "the wisest fool in Christendom", gives us an insider's partisan, at times pruriently scurrilous, account of James's diplomatic manoeuvres to maintain peace with Spain and avoid involvement in foreign wars, and of the jockeying for position between English courtiers and those brought from Scotland by James, the factional intrigues and rivalries, the trading of office and revenues, and the rise and fall of favourites and ministers. Here are the details of how an ambassador flouted diplomatic niceties to retrieve his jewelled hat, how and why Sir Walter Raleigh was condemned to death, the murder of Sir Thomas Overbury, and some salaciously Puritan-shocking licentiousness, as well as the young Prince Charles's unauthorised venture to the Spanish court in search of a wife. Curiously, perhaps, there is no mention of the Gunpowder Plot, which is perhaps the one event of this time most often remembered to this day.</p>\n\nFor the reign of Charles I, Weldon sets the scene for the descent into civil war in 1641-42, recounting the high-handed behaviour of successive favourites and ministers through Charles's and their efforts to rule without Parliament, and their increasing exactions of taxes and duties. Conservative Parliamentarians like Weldon held these to be illegal and oppressive measures and a flagrant disregard of the precedents set by the custom and practice of Queen Elizabeth I and her advisers.</p>\n\nA supplementary list of personalities and events referred to in the text is <a href="https://archive.org/download/courtandcharacterofkingjames_1803_librivox/courtandcharacter_1803_notes.pdf" rel="nofollow">available to download</a>. (Summary by Patrick Wallace) |
English |
1651 |
https://librivox.org/the-court-and-character-of-king-james-by-anthony-weldon/ |
gossipy exposés shenanigans heart government nothing new author sir anthony weldon 1583 1648 courtier years experience standing account court intrigues around stuart kings james 1603 1625 charles 1625 1649 written seemingly tense period leading english civil war 1640s private readership the printed text published several years commonwealth period monarchy abolished died p text known source summing james the wisest fool christendom gives us insider s partisan times pruriently scurrilous account james s diplomatic manoeuvres maintain peace spain avoid involvement foreign wars jockeying position english courtiers brought scotland james factional intrigues rivalries trading office revenues rise fall favourites ministers details ambassador flouted diplomatic niceties retrieve jewelled hat sir walter raleigh condemned death murder sir thomas overbury salaciously puritan shocking licentiousness well young prince charles s unauthorised venture spanish court search wife curiously perhaps mention gunpowder plot perhaps one event time often remembered day p reign charles i weldon sets scene descent civil war 1641 42 recounting high handed behaviour successive favourites ministers charles s efforts rule without parliament increasing exactions taxes duties conservative parliamentarians like weldon held illegal oppressive measures flagrant disregard precedents set custom practice queen elizabeth advisers p supplementary list personalities events referred text a href https archive org download courtandcharacterofkingjames_1803_librivox courtandcharacter_1803_notes pdf rel nofollow available download a summary patrick wallace |
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12694 |
St Andrews Ghost Stories |
William Thomas Linskill |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Seventeen ghost stories (fourth edition published 1921) centered around the ruined medieval cathedral of Saint Andrew in the Scots city of that name. The author was famous in his time for his interest in ghostly apparitions. ( David Wales) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/st-andrews-ghost-stories-by-william-thomas-linskill/ |
seventeen ghost stories fourth edition published 1921 centered around ruined medieval cathedral saint andrew scots city name author famous time interest ghostly apparitions david wales |
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12001 |
12695 |
Sonnets from the Portuguese (version 3) |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Single author, Sonnets |
<i>Sonnets from the Portuguese</i> chronicles the deeply personal stages of courtship. (Summary by Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-from-the-portuguese-version-3-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
i sonnets portuguese i chronicles deeply personal stages courtship summary newgatenovelist |
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12002 |
12696 |
Venerable Don Bosco the Apostle of Youth |
M. S. Pine |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
This brief sketch of the holy life and marvelous achievements of a great inheritor of the spirit of Saint Francis of Sales, Saint Don Bosco is intended only to stimulate souls to a wider study of this loving Apostle of Youth, and so to a knowledge and reverence and appreciation, we dare to hope, which will urge them onward in the ways of holiness, and make them ardent and practical co-operators in the divine work of saving the young — the most pressing need of our times — initiated by the Founder of the Salesian Society, and brought to wonderful issues through the miraculous power of God and the loving intervention of Mary, Help of Christians.<br><br>\n\nSaint John Bosco was canonized in 1934 – thus in this book, which was published in 1916, he in only referred to as Venerable. (Summary adapted from the forward of the book)<br><br>\n |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-venerable-don-bosco-the-apostle-of-youth-by-m-s-pine/ |
brief sketch holy life marvelous achievements great inheritor spirit saint francis sales saint bosco intended stimulate souls wider study loving apostle youth knowledge reverence appreciation dare hope urge onward ways holiness make ardent practical co operators divine work saving young pressing need times initiated founder salesian society brought wonderful issues miraculous power god loving intervention mary help christians br br saint john bosco canonized 1934 thus book published 1916 referred venerable summary adapted forward book br br |
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12003 |
12697 |
Love Insurance (version 2) |
Earl Derr Biggers |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
On duty with Lloyds of London in NYC, young Richard Minot is sent to the St Augustine-ish town of San Marco to ensure that a wealthy young lady, Cynthia Meyrick marry his firm's client, Lord Harrowby. Then, in a meet-cute on a slow-moving train, Minot meets the very enticing Miss Meyrick and... reconsiders his duty. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/love-insurance-by-earl-derr-biggers-2/ |
duty lloyds london nyc young richard minot sent st augustine ish town san marco ensure wealthy young lady cynthia meyrick marry firm s client lord harrowby then meet cute slow moving train minot meets enticing miss meyrick and reconsiders duty summary matt pierard |
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12005 |
12699 |
Stories From The Operas |
Gladys Davidson |
Plays, Music |
"Owing to the appreciation which has been accorded to my three series of "Stories from the Operas," it has been decided to re-issue the collection in one volume, and to include in this additional stories of new and popular operas recently produced in England.<br /><br />The plan of the work, as before, is to present all the incidents of each libretto in the clear, readable form of a short story; and it is hoped that the combined volume will continue to prove of interest, not only to opera-goers but to all lovers of dramatic tales. The three volumes have been entirely reset and re-collated in a manner which it is hoped will make them easier for reference." - Summary by Gladys Davidson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-the-operas-by-gladys-davidson/ |
owing appreciation accorded three series stories operas decided re issue collection one volume include additional stories new popular operas recently produced england br br the plan work before present incidents libretto clear readable form short story hoped combined volume continue prove interest opera goers lovers dramatic tales three volumes entirely reset re collated manner hoped make easier reference summary gladys davidson |
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12006 |
12700 |
Clemencia |
Ignacio Manuel Altamirano |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Esta novela está situada en Guadalajara, México, en 1863. Se trata de amor, política y traición. Resumen de kathrinee. |
Spanish |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/clemencia-by-ignacio-manuel-altamirano/ |
esta novela está situada en guadalajara méxico en 1863 se trata de amor política traición resumen de kathrinee |
| 12039 |
12007 |
12701 |
Crimen del Padre Amaro |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
El crimen del padre Amaro (título original portugués O Crime do Padre Amaro: cenas da vida devota) es una novela del escritor portugués Eça de Queirós publicada en 1875, considerada la primera novela portuguesa del realismo. Causó una gran polémica en el momento de su publicación por su denuncia de la hipocresía social y religiosa. La traducción de Valle-Inclán se sitúa entre 1901 y 1902. La editorial Maucci, muy interesada en la obra de Eça de Queiroz, negoció en Lisboa y cerró el acuerdo para la publicación de esta obra. Anteriormente, había aparecido traducida deficientemente de forma incompleta, sesgada y/o manipulada bajo llamativos títulos: El crimen de un clérigo (1882) y El padre Amaro. Segunda parte del crimen de un clérigo (1884). La primera traducción completa, y oficial, es la de Valle-Inclán, en 1901-1902. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/el-crimen-del-padre-amaro-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
el crimen del padre amaro título original portugués crime padre amaro cenas da vida devota es una novela del escritor portugués eça de queirós publicada en 1875 considerada la primera novela portuguesa del realismo causó una gran polémica en el momento de su publicación por su denuncia de la hipocresía social religiosa la traducción de valle inclán se sitúa entre 1901 1902 la editorial maucci muy interesada en la obra de eça de queiroz negoció en lisboa cerró el acuerdo para la publicación de esta obra anteriormente había aparecido traducida deficientemente de forma incompleta sesgada y o manipulada bajo llamativos títulos el crimen de un clérigo 1882 el padre amaro segunda parte del crimen de un clérigo 1884 la primera traducción completa oficial es la de valle inclán en 1901 1902 summary phileas fogg |
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12008 |
12702 |
Our Search for a Wilderness, An Account of Two Ornithological Expeditions to Venezuela and British Guiana |
William Beebe |
Animals, Nature, Memoirs |
In 1908-1909, Mary Blair Beebe and her husband, C. William Beebe made two private expeditions to Venezuela and British Guiana, exploring and collecting live birds for the New York Zoological Park. They then collaborated on a book about their "search for a wilderness," with Mary Blair doing the bulk of the writing. The Beebe's supplemented tropical birding with visits to gold mines in British Guiana and a lake of pitch, which was being mined in the middle of the Venezuelan jungle. Mary Blair's take on things is evident. "A word must be said here from the woman's point of view about the costume which was adopted as being absolutely suited to the bush life. In the first place it was light... and thus freed from the drag of heavy clothing one would come in unfatigued from tramps which would have been impossible for a woman in orthodox dress, no matter how short the skirt. In light khaki knickerbockers, loose negligee shirts of scotch flannel or fibrous cellular cloth, stockings and tennis shoes and a waterproof felt hat, one was ready for anything. One realized as never before with what handicaps woman has tried to follow the footsteps of man; with the result that physical exhaustion has robbed her of all the joys of life in the open." After her divorce from C. William in 1913, Mary Blair wrote several more travel books in the 1920's and 1930's under the pen name Blair Niles. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/our-search-for-a-wilderness-by-william-beebe/ |
1908 1909 mary blair beebe husband c william beebe made two private expeditions venezuela british guiana exploring collecting live birds new york zoological park collaborated book search wilderness mary blair bulk writing beebe s supplemented tropical birding visits gold mines british guiana lake pitch mined middle venezuelan jungle mary blair s take things evident a word must said woman s point view costume adopted absolutely suited bush life first place light thus freed drag heavy clothing one would come unfatigued tramps would impossible woman orthodox dress matter short skirt light khaki knickerbockers loose negligee shirts scotch flannel fibrous cellular cloth stockings tennis shoes waterproof felt hat one ready anything one realized never handicaps woman tried follow footsteps man result physical exhaustion robbed joys life open divorce c william 1913 mary blair wrote several travel books 1920 s 1930 s pen name blair niles summary sue anderson |
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12009 |
12703 |
Rollo's Wild Oat |
Clare Kummer |
Comedy |
Rollo Webster, slightly eccentric, has a consuming ambition to play Hamlet. Escaping the restraining influences of his family, he spends his own money in engaging a company, hiring a theater and staging a production of the tragedy. His Ophelia is Goldie MacDuff, who would have been a success in a midnight frolic if she could only keep awake after twelve o’clock. It seems he has everything to finally bring his lifelong ambitions to fruition: a troupe of actors, a gamesome leading lady, a somewhat unscrupulous stage manager, and buckets upon buckets of cash. Now if only he had any talent… - Summary by The Best Plays of 1920-21, with additional material from ChuckW <br> <br> Cast List<br>\nHewston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Lydia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Rollo Webster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Mr. Stein: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Goldie MacDuff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>George Lucas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Mrs. Park-Gales: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Whortley Camperdown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>Thomas Skitterling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Aunt Lane: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Horatio Webster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Bella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/rollos-wild-oat-by-clare-kummer/ |
rollo webster slightly eccentric consuming ambition play hamlet escaping restraining influences family spends money engaging company hiring theater staging production tragedy ophelia goldie macduff would success midnight frolic could keep awake twelve o clock seems everything finally bring lifelong ambitions fruition troupe actors gamesome leading lady somewhat unscrupulous stage manager buckets upon buckets cash talent summary best plays 1920 21 additional material chuckw br br cast list br hewston a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br lydia a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br rollo webster a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br mr stein a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br goldie macduff a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br george lucas a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs park gales a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br whortley camperdown a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br thomas skitterling a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br aunt lane a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br horatio webster a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br bella a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br editor a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br |
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12010 |
12704 |
Childe Harold's Pilgrimage |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Poetry |
Childe Harold's Pilgrimage is a lengthy narrative poem in four parts written by Lord Byron. It was published between 1812 and 1818 and is dedicated to "Ianthe". The poem describes the travels and reflections of a world-weary young man who, disillusioned with a life of pleasure and revelry, looks for distraction in foreign lands. In a wider sense, it is an expression of the melancholy and disillusionment felt by a generation weary of the wars of the post-Revolutionary and Napoleonic eras. The title comes from the term childe, a medieval title for a young man who was a candidate for knighthood. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/childe-harolds-pilgrimage-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
childe harold s pilgrimage lengthy narrative poem four parts written lord byron published 1812 1818 dedicated ianthe poem describes travels reflections world weary young man who disillusioned life pleasure revelry looks distraction foreign lands wider sense expression melancholy disillusionment felt generation weary wars post revolutionary napoleonic eras title comes term childe medieval title young man candidate knighthood summary wikipedia |
| 12043 |
12032 |
12726 |
Raw Youth |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction |
Arkady Dolgoruky, is a 19-year-old intellectual. He is the illegitimate son of a landowner and dreams to become rich. In his quest to fulfil his dream, he meets people who teach him many kinds of ideologies. Thus, the work reflects Russian society. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-raw-youth-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
arkady dolgoruky 19 year old intellectual illegitimate son landowner dreams become rich quest fulfil dream meets people teach many kinds ideologies thus work reflects russian society summary stav nisser wikipedia |
| 12044 |
12011 |
12705 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 01: Génesis (version 2) |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Como su nombre lo indica, Génesis trata sobre los comienzos. El libro de Génesis habla de cómo Dios creó los cielos y la tierra, la humanidad y todo lo que existe. Muestra que Dios es el Creador y el Gobernante de toda la creación. Pero también habla de la trágica caída de la humanidad en el pecado y la muerte, y del plan de redención de Dios por medio de su pacto con Abraham y sus descendientes. Génesis incluye algunas de las historias más memorables de la Biblia, comenzando con Adán y Eva (capítulos 1-4), siguiendo hasta Noé y el diluvio, la torre de Babel, Abraham, Isaac y Jacob, y terminando con la vida de José (capítulos 37-50) quien murió alrededor de 188 aC. La mayoría de los judíos y cristianos reconocen a Moisés como el autor de Génesis, que probablemente lo escribió algún tiempo después del Éxodo de Egipto (alrededor de 1445 aC).<br>\n\n\n \nAs the name implies, Genesis is about the beginnings. The book of Genesis speaks of how God created the heavens and the earth, humanity and everything that exists. It shows that God is the Creator and the Ruler of all creation. But it also speaks of the tragic fall of mankind in sin and death, and of God's plan of redemption through His covenant with Abraham and His descendants. Genesis includes some of the most memorable stories in the Bible, beginning with Adam and Eve (chapters 1-4), continuing on to Noah and the flood, the tower of Babel, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and ending with the life of Joseph ( chapters 37-50) who died around 188 BC. Most Jews and Christians recognize Moses as the author of Genesis, who probably wrote it some time after the Exodus from Egypt (around 1445 BC).\n( Claudia R Barrett) |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-01-genesis-version-2-by-reina-valera/ |
como su nombre lo indica génesis trata sobre los comienzos el libro de génesis habla de cómo dios creó los cielos la tierra la humanidad todo lo que existe muestra que dios es el creador el gobernante de toda la creación pero también habla de la trágica caída de la humanidad en el pecado la muerte del plan de redención de dios por medio de su pacto con abraham sus descendientes génesis incluye algunas de las historias más memorables de la biblia comenzando con adán eva capítulos 1 4 siguiendo hasta noé el diluvio la torre de babel abraham isaac jacob terminando con la vida de josé capítulos 37 50 quien murió alrededor de 188 ac la mayoría de los judíos cristianos reconocen moisés como el autor de génesis que probablemente lo escribió algún tiempo después del éxodo de egipto alrededor de 1445 ac br name implies genesis beginnings book genesis speaks god created heavens earth humanity everything exists shows god creator ruler creation also speaks tragic fall mankind sin death god s plan redemption covenant abraham descendants genesis includes memorable stories bible beginning adam eve chapters 1 4 continuing noah flood tower babel abraham isaac jacob ending life joseph chapters 37 50 died around 188 bc jews christians recognize moses author genesis probably wrote time exodus egypt around 1445 bc claudia r barrett |
| 12045 |
12012 |
12706 |
Race Of The Swift |
Edwin Carlile Litsey |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
This 1905 collection is of the author’s short animal stories, some previously published in magazines. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-race-of-the-swift-by-edwin-carlile-litsey/ |
1905 collection author s short animal stories previously published magazines summary david wales |
| 12046 |
12013 |
12707 |
Between the Larch-woods and the Weir |
Flora Klickmann |
General |
Flora Klickmann, a writer for the Girls' Own Paper and The Flower-Patch Among the Hills, brings us another charming volume, combining nature description, anecdote, autobiography, religion, and her own brand of humor in these observations based on her country cottage, neighbors and household. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/between-the-larch-woods-and-the-weir-by-flora-klickmann/ |
flora klickmann writer girls paper flower patch among hills brings us another charming volume combining nature description anecdote autobiography religion brand humor observations based country cottage neighbors household summary lynne thompson |
| 12047 |
12014 |
12708 |
Moon To The Sun |
Alice Meynell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Alice Christiana Gertrude Meynell was an English writer, editor, critic, and suffragist, now remembered mainly as a poet.\nPreludes (1875) was her first poetry collection, illustrated by her elder sister Elizabeth (the artist Lady Elizabeth Butler, 1846–1933, whose husband was Sir William Francis Butler). The work was warmly praised by Ruskin, although it received little public notice. Ruskin especially singled out the sonnet "Renunciation" for its beauty and delicacy. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-to-the-sun-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice christiana gertrude meynell english writer editor critic suffragist remembered mainly poet preludes 1875 first poetry collection illustrated elder sister elizabeth the artist lady elizabeth butler 1846 1933 whose husband sir william francis butler work warmly praised ruskin although received little public notice ruskin especially singled sonnet renunciation beauty delicacy summary wikipedia |
| 12048 |
12015 |
12709 |
On a Cattle Track |
Henry Kendall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Henry Kendall was the first Australian poet to draw his inspiration from the life, scenery and traditions of the country. In the beginnings of Australian poetry the names of two other men stand with his—Adam Lindsay Gordon, of English parentage and education, and Charles Harpur, born in Australia a generation earlier than Kendall. Harpur's work, though lacking vitality, shows fitful gleams of poetic fire suggestive of greater achievement had the circumstances of his life been more favourable. Kendall, whose lot was scarcely more fortunate, is a true singer; his songs remain, and are likely long to remain, attractive to poetry lovers. - Summary by from the Biographical Note of Poems of Henry Kendall |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/on-a-cattle-track-by-henry-kendall/ |
henry kendall first australian poet draw inspiration life scenery traditions country beginnings australian poetry names two men stand his adam lindsay gordon english parentage education charles harpur born australia generation earlier kendall harpur s work though lacking vitality shows fitful gleams poetic fire suggestive greater achievement circumstances life favourable kendall whose lot scarcely fortunate true singer songs remain likely long remain attractive poetry lovers summary biographical note poems henry kendall |
| 12049 |
12016 |
12710 |
Far Country |
Winston Churchill |
Published 1900 onward |
The book follows the career of Hugh Paret from youth to manhood, and how his profession as a corporation lawyer gradually changes his values. The book received positive reviews, and was the second best-selling novel in the United States in 1915. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-far-country-by-winston-churchill/ |
book follows career hugh paret youth manhood profession corporation lawyer gradually changes values book received positive reviews second best selling novel united states 1915 summary wikipedia |
| 12050 |
12017 |
12711 |
Handbook of Home Rule: Being Articles on the Irish Question |
James Bryce |
Political Science, Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
The issue of Irish home rule was the dominant political question of British and Irish politics in the late 1800s to early 1900s. Published in 1887, this work contains articles in favour of the measure. (Irish home rule was finally approved in 1914 but implementation was suspended until after WWI.)<br>\n\n"The object of the writers has been to treat the difficult questions connected with the Government of Ireland in a dispassionate spirit; and the volume is offered to the public in the hope that it may, at a time of warm controversy over passing events, help to lead thoughtful men back to the consideration of the principles which underlie those questions, and which it seeks to elucidate by calm discussion and by references to history." (Summary by TriciaG & from Editor's Note) |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/handbook-of-home-rule-being-articles-on-the-irish-question-by-various/ |
issue irish home rule dominant political question british irish politics late 1800s early 1900s published 1887 work contains articles favour measure irish home rule finally approved 1914 implementation suspended wwi br the object writers treat difficult questions connected government ireland dispassionate spirit volume offered public hope may time warm controversy passing events help lead thoughtful men back consideration principles underlie questions seeks elucidate calm discussion references history summary triciag editor s note |
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12018 |
12712 |
War and Women |
Mabel Annie Stobart |
War & Military, Memoirs |
"The sending of a Women’s Convoy Corps to the Balkans was the result of Mrs. Stobart’s keen desire to demonstrate the ability of women to render signal service under war conditions and without the direction and assistance of men. This record of their achievements, therefore, provides a strong vindication of the claims of women to inclusion in the Territorial Defence Scheme". (summary from book advertisement, G. Bell & Sons, Ltd, 1913) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/war-and-women-by-mabel-annie-stobart/ |
the sending women s convoy corps balkans result mrs stobart s keen desire demonstrate ability women render signal service war conditions without direction assistance men record achievements therefore provides strong vindication claims women inclusion territorial defence scheme summary book advertisement g bell sons ltd 1913 |
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12019 |
12713 |
Great Pearl Secret |
Charles Norris Williamson |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
It is the afternoon before a grand society wedding between Juliet Phayre and the Duke of Claremanagh, when Emmy West drops by to visit the bride and to see the famed Tsarina pearls, only ever to be worn by the Duchess... supposedly. When Juliet admits she has never even seen them, Emmy lets slip she has once, even though the last duchess has been dead many years... were they worn by someone else? And who is Lyda Pavoya? And who is the bridegroom really? |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-pearl-secret-by-charles-norris-williamson/ |
afternoon grand society wedding juliet phayre duke claremanagh emmy west drops visit bride see famed tsarina pearls ever worn duchess supposedly juliet admits never even seen them emmy lets slip once even though last duchess dead many years worn someone else lyda pavoya bridegroom really |
| 12053 |
12020 |
12714 |
Wheels - The Fifth Cycle |
Aldous Huxley |
Anthologies |
The Fifth Cycle of the Wheels poetry anthology was published in 1920 and contains poems by Aldous Huxley, Alan Porter, Leah McTavish Coehn, Geoffrey Cookson, William Kean Seymour, John J. Adams, Sherard Vines, and Osbert, Edith and Sacheverell Sitwell. The book was dedicated to Mrs Arnold Bennett, who is described as “poetry’s greatest interpretative artist.” - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-fifth-cycle-by-aldous-huxley/ |
fifth cycle wheels poetry anthology published 1920 contains poems aldous huxley alan porter leah mctavish coehn geoffrey cookson william kean seymour john j adams sherard vines osbert edith sacheverell sitwell book dedicated mrs arnold bennett described poetry s greatest interpretative artist summary algy pug |
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12021 |
12715 |
Wheels - The Sixth Cycle |
Brian Howard |
Anthologies |
The sixth and final cycle of Wheels was published in 1921, and is much shorter than the preceding volumes. Apart from the three Sitwells, the poets represented are Aldous Huxley, Alan Porter, Sherard Vines, H.R.Barbour, Charles Orange (Brian Howard), Paul Selver and Augustine Rivers. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/wheels-the-sixth-cycle-by-aldous-huxley/ |
sixth final cycle wheels published 1921 much shorter preceding volumes apart three sitwells poets represented aldous huxley alan porter sherard vines h r barbour charles orange brian howard paul selver augustine rivers summary algy pug |
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12022 |
12716 |
Stories by Foreign Authors - Russian |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of short stories written by Russian authors and translated into English. Includes stories by Turgevev, Tolstoi, Poushkin and Gogol. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-foreign-authors-russian-by-various/ |
collection short stories written russian authors translated english includes stories turgevev tolstoi poushkin gogol summary lynne thompson |
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12023 |
12717 |
Pirate Woman |
Aylward Edward Dingle |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Within his mysterious stronghold, "The Cave of Terrible Things," on the Maroon coast of Jamaica, washed by the waters of the Caribbean Sea, Red Jabez, Sultan of Pirates, had just died. Dolores, his daughter, "a splendidly lithe, glowing creature of beauty and passion," "a royal woman conscious of mental and physical perfection," succeeded her father as tyrant over the motley crew. Moved to mutiny by Rufe, the Spaniard, the pirates had risen in revolt to loot the rich treasure of the dead Sultan's cave; but supported by Milo, Dolores had cowed them, no less by her dagger than her threats. - Summary by The Book |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirate-woman-by-aylward-edward-dingle/ |
within mysterious stronghold the cave terrible things maroon coast jamaica washed waters caribbean sea red jabez sultan pirates died dolores daughter a splendidly lithe glowing creature beauty passion a royal woman conscious mental physical perfection succeeded father tyrant motley crew moved mutiny rufe spaniard pirates risen revolt loot rich treasure dead sultan s cave supported milo dolores cowed them less dagger threats summary book |
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12024 |
12718 |
Jim The Story Of A Backwoods Police Dog (And Other Stories) |
Sir Charles G. D. Roberts |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Deputy Sheriff Tug Blackstock wanted a dog to help with his work. As for Jim, at first glance he might almost have been taken for a slim, young black bear rather than a dog. They were a pair, indeed, to strike the most stolid imagination, let alone the sensitive, brooding, watchful imagination of the backwoods. Plus three other stories. - Summary by Story text and David Wales |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/jim-the-story-of-a-backwoods-police-dog-and-other-stories-by-sir-charles-g-d-roberts/ |
deputy sheriff tug blackstock wanted dog help work jim first glance might almost taken slim young black bear rather dog pair indeed strike stolid imagination let alone sensitive brooding watchful imagination backwoods plus three stories summary story text david wales |
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12025 |
12719 |
Rebellion |
Joseph Patterson |
Published 1900 onward |
Cinematic in style and rich in characterization, this novel is set in early 20th century Chicago – in a barroom, at home, and in the workplace. An alcoholic convinces himself of the reasonableness of “just one drink”. A priest defends the Church’s position on the indissolubility of marriage. It is a story of relationships impacted by human frailties, unusual generosity, and religion. \n“It is almost photographic in its accuracy of detail.” – The New York Herald <br>\n“Every person in it is someone you know.” – The Call <br>\n“The author permits the representatives of the old order to present their arguments. For the new order he presents simply the facts of such a case as Georgia’s. It is for this reason that the book is strong.” –The New York Times <br>\nThe author’s personal history, including his founding of the NY Daily News, is covered at wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Medill_Patterson. \n(Lee Smalley) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/rebellion-by-joseph-patterson/ |
cinematic style rich characterization novel set early 20th century chicago barroom home workplace alcoholic convinces reasonableness just one drink priest defends church s position indissolubility marriage story relationships impacted human frailties unusual generosity religion it almost photographic accuracy detail new york herald br every person someone know call br the author permits representatives old order present arguments new order presents simply facts case georgia s reason book strong the new york times br author s personal history including founding ny daily news covered wikipedia org wiki joseph_medill_patterson lee smalley |
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12026 |
12720 |
I Have a Rendezvous with Death |
Alan Seeger |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This book .... contains the record of a short life, into which was crowded far more of keen experience and high aspiration—of the thrill of sense and the rapture of soul—than it is given to most men, even of high vitality, to extract from a life of twice the length. \nAlan Seeger had barely passed his twenty-eighth birthday, when, charging up to the German trenches on the field of Belloy-en-Santerre, his "escouade" of the Foreign Legion was caught in a deadly flurry of machine-gun fire, and he fell, with most of his comrades, ... To his friends the loss was grievous, to literature it was—we shall never know how great, but assuredly not small. (Introduction by William Archer to <i>Poems by Alan Seeger</i>.) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/i-have-a-rendezvous-with-death-by-alan-seeger/ |
book contains record short life crowded far keen experience high aspiration of thrill sense rapture soul than given men even high vitality extract life twice length alan seeger barely passed twenty eighth birthday when charging german trenches field belloy en santerre escouade foreign legion caught deadly flurry machine gun fire fell comrades friends loss grievous literature was we shall never know great assuredly small introduction william archer i poems alan seeger i |
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12027 |
12721 |
Spieler |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
|
Alexej Iwanowitsch begleitet als Hauslehrer einen pensionierten russischen General und dessen Kinder zusammen mit weiteren Angestellten in einen Badeort. Da sich der General in einem finanziellem Engpass befindet, versuchen die Protagonisten immer wieder auf verschiedenen Wegen zu Geld zu kommen - meistens über das Glücksspiel. In der Nebenhandlung gibt es immer wieder Affären und Skandale, deren Folgen das Leben der Akteure beeinflussen. - Summary by Welfenelfe |
German |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/der-spieler-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
alexej iwanowitsch begleitet als hauslehrer einen pensionierten russischen general und dessen kinder zusammen mit weiteren angestellten einen badeort da sich der general einem finanziellem engpass befindet versuchen die protagonisten immer wieder auf verschiedenen wegen zu geld zu kommen meistens über das glücksspiel der nebenhandlung gibt es immer wieder affären und skandale deren folgen das leben der akteure beeinflussen summary welfenelfe |
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12028 |
12722 |
Selected Poetry on or about the MacLeans |
John Patterson MacLean |
Poetry |
"Gifted with poesy as are the Highlanders, and given to the praise of their country and their leaders, it would be expected that many poems would still be extant concerning the MacLeans and their ancestral dominions," wrote John Patterson MacLean in his "A History of the Clan MacLean," These selections, collected and arranged by J.P. Maclean comprise part of Note C of MacLean's treatise (pp. 406-452), although they were written by different authors for different reasons. Dealing with incidents experienced by the MacLeans throughout their long history this highland poetry reveals, in ways the historical narrative cannot, the feeling behind the actions of the MacLeans and the reactions to their activities. - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poetry-on-or-about-the-macleans-by-john-patterson-maclean/ |
gifted poesy highlanders given praise country leaders would expected many poems would still extant concerning macleans ancestral dominions wrote john patterson maclean a history clan maclean selections collected arranged j p maclean comprise part note c maclean s treatise pp 406 452 although written different authors different reasons dealing incidents experienced macleans throughout long history highland poetry reveals ways historical narrative cannot feeling behind actions macleans reactions activities summary drpgould |
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12029 |
12723 |
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds, Volume 2 |
Charles Mackay |
Psychology, Modern (19th C), Christianity - Other |
"Men, it has been well said, think in herds; it will be seen that they go mad in herds, while they only recover their senses slowly, and one by one."\n"In reading the history of nations, we find that, like individuals, they have their whims and their peculiarities; their seasons of excitement and recklessness, when they care not what they do. We find that whole communities suddenly fix their minds upon one object, and go mad in its pursuit; that millions of people become simultaneously impressed with one delusion, and run after it, till their attention is caught by some new folly more captivating than the first."\nSo wrote author Charles MacKay in this landmark work, which is still in print in the twenty-first century, and is considered most important for its analysis of economic "bubbles," such as the dot com bubble of 1997-2001. To a lesser degree, it was one of the first serious attempts to examine crowd psychology and is still a touchstone in that field. The history of the twentieth century suggests that as the planet has become more populated, the workings of crowd psychology have increasingly influenced everyday life, sustaining the longevity of MacKay's observations.\nIn this volume are eight topics, four of which MacKay would classify as "Peculiar Follies:" the Crusades, the Witch Mania, the outbreak of assassination by slow poisoning, and a belief in haunted houses. The other four: Popular Admiration for Great Thieves, Popular Follies in Great Cities, Duels & Ordeals, and Relics, he classified as national delusions.\n(DrPGould)<br><br>\n\n<a href="https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-extraordinary-popular-delusions-and-the-madness-of-crowds-volume-i-by-charles-mackay/">Link to Volume 1</a> |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/extraordinary-popular-delusions-vol-2-by-charles-mackay/ |
men well said think herds seen go mad herds recover senses slowly one one in reading history nations find that like individuals whims peculiarities seasons excitement recklessness care do find whole communities suddenly fix minds upon one object go mad pursuit millions people become simultaneously impressed one delusion run it till attention caught new folly captivating first wrote author charles mackay landmark work still print twenty first century considered important analysis economic bubbles dot com bubble 1997 2001 lesser degree one first serious attempts examine crowd psychology still touchstone field history twentieth century suggests planet become populated workings crowd psychology increasingly influenced everyday life sustaining longevity mackay s observations volume eight topics four mackay would classify peculiar follies crusades witch mania outbreak assassination slow poisoning belief haunted houses four popular admiration great thieves popular follies great cities duels ordeals relics classified national delusions drpgould br br a href https librivox org memoirs of extraordinary popular delusions and the madness of crowds volume i by charles mackay link volume 1 a |
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12030 |
12724 |
Prejudices, First Series |
H. L. Mencken |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Essays & Short Works, Literary Criticism |
Mencken sharpens his pen and in a collection of short essays delivers acerbic opinions on issues and persons of the time. Among his targets in this volume (the first of six) are critics, H.G. Wells Thorstein Veblen, Arnold Bennett, William Dean Howells, Irvin S. Cobb. Mencken's critiques are delivered against a background of his own well known ethnic, racial, religious, and sectional prejudices. (It is said that the only thing Mencken loved about the Southern United States was his wife, who hailed from Alabama.) Not for the faint of heart, Mencken's prickly, yet unapologetic, prose reveals a window into American attitudes at the time they were written and their influences on the larger American culture. - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/prejudices-first-series-by-h-l-mencken/ |
mencken sharpens pen collection short essays delivers acerbic opinions issues persons time among targets volume the first six critics h g wells thorstein veblen arnold bennett william dean howells irvin s cobb mencken s critiques delivered background well known ethnic racial religious sectional prejudices it said thing mencken loved southern united states wife hailed alabama faint heart mencken s prickly yet unapologetic prose reveals window american attitudes time written influences larger american culture summary drpgould |
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12031 |
12725 |
Bible (YLT) 11: 1 Kings |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles |
As one kingdom passes and another emerges, the First Book of the Kings chronicles the ancestral lineage of King David through his son, Solomon, onward. In this book, we see prophets being called to warn of the consequences of unrighteousness, kings either proudly---if imperfectly---obeying God, or arrogantly tossing His laws and commands behind their backs in shows of defiance, and the ramifications that follow Man's insistence on choosing men---rather than God Himself---to rule His people. - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-11-1-kings-by-robert-young/ |
one kingdom passes another emerges first book kings chronicles ancestral lineage king david son solomon onward book see prophets called warn consequences unrighteousness kings either proudly if imperfectly obeying god arrogantly tossing laws commands behind backs shows defiance ramifications follow man s insistence choosing men rather god himself to rule people summary mark penfold |
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12033 |
12727 |
Tragedy of King Lear (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Known for its heartrending emotion and shocking violence, <i>The Tragedy of King Lear</i> is seen as one of Shakespeare's towering masterpieces. It tells the tale of the ageing King Lear, a British monarch who disposes of his vast kingdom by giving bequests to his two eldest daughters when they flatter his vanity. Unbeknown to him, these daughters hide cold and unfeeling hearts; the only daughter truly worthy of his grace, Cordelia, is shunned and later exiled when she refuses to play her sisters' game. Lear's rash decision precipitates a series of events that all cascade into the realm of overbearing misery. Madness (both real and feigned), torture, stormy weather, sibling rivalry and the threat of war are but some of the things you can expect from this extraordinary work, all brought about by a great man who falls from the heights of power due to a single moment of irrationality.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad "Hamlet" Filippone</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of this moving play that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\n\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad “Hamlet” Filippone</a></b>: Narrator; Earl of Kent / Caius; Duke of Albany; King of France; Curan; Old Man; Captain; First Servant to Cornwall & French Messenger.<br>\n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Earl of Gloucester; Edmund; Goneril; Fool; Duke of Burgundy; Physician; Knight; Second Servant to Cornwall & Second Officer.<br>\n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Regan; Edgar / Poor Tom; Cordelia; Oswald; Third Servant to Cornwall & First Officer.<br>\n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: King Lear; Duke of Cornwall; Gentleman; Messenger & Herald. |
English |
1606 |
https://librivox.org/the-tragedy-of-king-lear-version-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
known heartrending emotion shocking violence i the tragedy king lear i seen one shakespeare s towering masterpieces tells tale ageing king lear british monarch disposes vast kingdom giving bequests two eldest daughters flatter vanity unbeknown him daughters hide cold unfeeling hearts daughter truly worthy grace cordelia shunned later exiled refuses play sisters game lear s rash decision precipitates series events cascade realm overbearing misery madness both real feigned torture stormy weather sibling rivalry threat war things expect extraordinary work brought great man falls heights power due single moment irrationality br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance moving play never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again summary tomas peter br br cast list br b a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a b narrator earl kent caius duke albany king france curan old man captain first servant cornwall french messenger br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b earl gloucester edmund goneril fool duke burgundy physician knight second servant cornwall second officer br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b regan edgar poor tom cordelia oswald third servant cornwall first officer br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b king lear duke cornwall gentleman messenger herald |
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12728 |
Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (version 3) |
L. Frank Baum |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
L. Frank Baum takes us through the adventures of Santa Claus beginning with his adoption as an infant by Necile the nymph. As a youth, Claus discovers fellow humans on earth and returns to their world where he decides his duty is to make children happy through the gift of toys. Claus has to fight Awgwa’s and eventually gets help from the Flossie and Glossie, the first reindeers. Through his tireless work Claus is declared a Saint and is bestowed with immortality. His work lives on today with the help of good parents around the world. <br><br>Summary by Linette Geisel.\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand </a><br />\nClaus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nAk the Master Woodsman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br />\nNecile the nymph: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br />\nQueen Zurline: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nQueen of the Faries: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\n\nVarious other roles read by: \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5872">realisticspeakers</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny </a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12552">pmstrahm</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12026">Christopher Thompson</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a>, \n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a>,\n\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br />\n\n<b>Proof listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-version-3-by-l-frank-baum/ |
l frank baum takes us adventures santa claus beginning adoption infant necile nymph youth claus discovers fellow humans earth returns world decides duty make children happy gift toys claus fight awgwa s eventually gets help flossie glossie first reindeers tireless work claus declared saint bestowed immortality work lives today help good parents around world br br summary linette geisel br br b cast list b br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br claus a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br ak master woodsman a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br necile nymph a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br queen zurline a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br queen faries a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br various roles read by a href https librivox org reader 5872 realisticspeakers a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 12552 pmstrahm a a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a a href https librivox org reader 12026 christopher thompson a a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a a href https librivox org reader 12028 pseudonymous nerd a b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br b proof listener b a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a |
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12729 |
Over the Hills and Far Away: A Story of New Zealand |
Charlotte Evans |
Travel Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
One of the very first New Zealand novels, Over the Hills and Far Away is a heavily romanticised tale of a woman's journey from England to Otago, New Zealand, and her subsequent experiences in the wild new colony. - Summary by Lewis Fletcher |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/over-the-hills-and-far-away-a-story-of-new-zealand-by-charlotte-evans/ |
one first new zealand novels hills far away heavily romanticised tale woman s journey england otago new zealand subsequent experiences wild new colony summary lewis fletcher |
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12036 |
12730 |
Some Verses |
Theodore Wratislaw |
Single author, Lyric |
\nTheodore Wratislaw was a fin de siècle poet and a less famous Decadent author than some of his contemporaries.\n\nThis short collection of verse was first published in 1892. |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/some-verses-by-theodore-wratislaw/ |
theodore wratislaw fin de siècle poet less famous decadent author contemporaries short collection verse first published 1892 |
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12037 |
12731 |
Early Poems of Hart Crane |
Hart Crane |
Single author |
A collection of Hart Crane poems published before 1923.\n\nThese poems originally appeared in a variety of magazines (The Pagan, The Double Dealer, Bruno’s Weekly, Bruno’s Bohemia, Gargoyle, The Little Review, The Modernist, The Double Dealer, Dial, The Measure, and The Modern School). - Summary by Winston Tharp |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-early-poems-of-hart-crane-by-hart-crane/ |
collection hart crane poems published 1923 poems originally appeared variety magazines the pagan double dealer bruno s weekly bruno s bohemia gargoyle little review modernist double dealer dial measure modern school summary winston tharp |
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12038 |
12732 |
Poetry Of 'The Double Dealer', January-December 1922 |
Various |
Anthologies |
117 poems from the January - December 1922 issues of New Orleans-based literary magazine, The Double Dealer, edited by Julius Weis Friend. Some are famous (John Gould Fletcher, Maxwell Bodenheim, Arthur Symons, Muna Lee, Martha Banning Thomas, Oscar Williams, Jean Toomer, et al), many are of them are Southerners of the era and died before 1970. Two later made their names as popular novelists. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-of-the-double-dealer-january-december-1922-by-various/ |
117 poems january december 1922 issues new orleans based literary magazine double dealer edited julius weis friend famous john gould fletcher maxwell bodenheim arthur symons muna lee martha banning thomas oscar williams jean toomer et al many southerners era died 1970 two later made names popular novelists summary matt pierard |
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12039 |
12733 |
Around The Campfire |
Sir Charles G. D. Roberts |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction, Short Stories |
Action and adventure short stories of men and animals in the wild. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-campfire-by-sir-charles-g-d-roberts/ |
action adventure short stories men animals wild summary david wales |
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12040 |
12734 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 04) - The Odyssey (Βook 04) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Δ - Τὰ ἐν Λακεδαίμονι.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 4. Telemachus at the House of Menelaus.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 4 : Voyage de Télémaque à Sparte<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-4-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία δ τὰ ἐν λακεδαίμονι br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 4 telemachus house menelaus br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 4 voyage de télémaque à sparte br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
| 12073 |
12041 |
12735 |
Christmas Child |
Hesba Stretton |
Family, Religion |
A short sweet, yet sad, Christmas story about forgiveness, but especially about loving others for who they are and not for who we want them to be. - Summary by The Reader |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-christmas-child-by-hesba-stretton/ |
short sweet yet sad christmas story forgiveness especially loving others want be summary reader |
| 12074 |
12044 |
12738 |
Light of Stars |
William Henry Giles Kingston |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Henry Giles Kingston, often credited as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English writer of boys' adventure novels. He was a zealous volunteer and worked actively for the improvement of the condition of seamen. But from 1850, his chief occupation was writing books for boys, or editing boys' annuals and weekly periodicals. He started the Union Jack, a paper for boys, only a few months before his death. His stories number more than a hundred. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-of-stars-by-william-henry-giles-kingston/ |
william henry giles kingston often credited w h g kingston english writer boys adventure novels zealous volunteer worked actively improvement condition seamen 1850 chief occupation writing books boys editing boys annuals weekly periodicals started union jack paper boys months death stories number hundred summary wikipedia |
| 12075 |
12045 |
12739 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 4: The Higher Life (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The fourth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes many notable religious and devotional poems and hymns from across the centuries, covering subjects such as God; Christ; the Holy Spirit; prayer and aspiration; faith; hope; love; service; the Sabbath; worship; and creed. It also includes an introductory essay to the volume by Congregational pastor and progressive writer Washington Gladden (1836-1918). - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-4-the-higher-life-part-1-by-various/ |
fourth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes many notable religious devotional poems hymns across centuries covering subjects god christ holy spirit prayer aspiration faith hope love service sabbath worship creed also includes introductory essay volume congregational pastor progressive writer washington gladden 1836 1918 summary tomas peter |
| 12076 |
12046 |
12740 |
Loss of the Sultana |
Chester D. Berry |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
April, 1865. The country was in turmoil. The U.S. Civil War had come to an end, thousands of Union prisoners of war had recently been released, and President Lincoln had just been assassinated. The steamship 'Sultana' left New Orleans on April 21st, traveled to Vicksburg, Mississippi where it took on 1,965 federal soldiers and 35 officers, all recently released prisoners of war, most of them held at the prison camps of Cahaba (or Cahawba, near Selma, Alabama) and Andersonville (in southwest Georgia), and now finally headed for their homes.\n\nThe 'Sultana' arrived in Memphis, Tennessee on April 26th and headed north toward Cairo, Illinois carrying over 2,100 passengers, but designed for a capacity of only 376. At approximately 2:00 a.m. of the 27th, mere hours after the assassination of John Wilkes Booth, the 'Sultana' mysteriously exploded while steaming about 7 miles north of Memphis, killing over 1,500 on board (estimates vary). The sole reason this incident received such scant attention at the time, and ever since, is the fact that the country was understandably absorbed in the recent assassinations. Subsequent inquiry into the 'Sultana' disaster would uncover some startling revelations into its cause, some believe leading directly to the topmost levels of the U.S. Government. The loss of the 'Sultana' was the greatest maritime disaster in U.S. history, up until the bombing of Pearl Harbor. This book, composed by Chester Berry, one of the survivors, is unique in that it gives firsthand account from well over 100 of the survivors of the tragedy in their own words.\n\nNote - The online e-text (link provided) includes 3 lists for reference that are not included in this audio release:\n1 - An official list of prisoners of war on the Sultana, including company served with\n2 - Persons known to have been on board the Sultana, but not reported\n3 - Name, Company, Regiment, and present (1892) residence of living survivors ( Roger Melin) |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/loss-of-the-sultana-by-chester-d-berry/ |
april 1865 country turmoil u s civil war come end thousands union prisoners war recently released president lincoln assassinated steamship sultana left new orleans april 21st traveled vicksburg mississippi took 1 965 federal soldiers 35 officers recently released prisoners war held prison camps cahaba or cahawba near selma alabama andersonville in southwest georgia finally headed homes sultana arrived memphis tennessee april 26th headed north toward cairo illinois carrying 2 100 passengers designed capacity 376 approximately 2 00 a m 27th mere hours assassination john wilkes booth sultana mysteriously exploded steaming 7 miles north memphis killing 1 500 board estimates vary sole reason incident received scant attention time ever since fact country understandably absorbed recent assassinations subsequent inquiry sultana disaster would uncover startling revelations cause believe leading directly topmost levels u s government loss sultana greatest maritime disaster u s history bombing pearl harbor book composed chester berry one survivors unique gives firsthand account well 100 survivors tragedy words note online e text link provided includes 3 lists reference included audio release 1 official list prisoners war sultana including company served 2 persons known board sultana reported 3 name company regiment present 1892 residence living survivors roger melin |
| 12077 |
12047 |
12741 |
Carpenter's World Travels: Holy Land and Syria |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Children's Non-fiction |
Join a journey through the Holy Land and Syria as it existed in the early 20th century. Visiting and learning of Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Palestine and other fascinating and sacred spots of this truly historic region. Summary by BettyB. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-holy-land-and-syria-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
join journey holy land syria existed early 20th century visiting learning bethlehem jerusalem palestine fascinating sacred spots truly historic region summary bettyb |
| 12078 |
12048 |
12742 |
Cartas de Inglaterra |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Essays & Short Works |
Eça de Queirós (1845-1900), um dos mais importantes escritores portugueses da história, destacou-se pelos romances Os Maias e O Crime do Padre Amaro.\nCartas da Inglaterra, de 1905, resultou do período em que viveu e trabalhou em Newcastle e Bristol no serviço consular. A obra, pouco conhecida do grande público, apresenta uma faceta política do autor, expondo sua visão analítica e ensaísta. Nela, Eça tece críticas aos acontecimentos contemporâneos, tanto no que se refere aos portugueses quanto aos estrangeiros. Os destaques icluem as festividades na Inglaterra, sugestões de livros, ideias controversas acerca da situação judaica e o comportamento do povo inglês diante de outras nações. - Summary by Adriana Sacciotto |
Portuguese |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/cartas-de-inglaterra-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
eça de queirós 1845 1900 um dos mais importantes escritores portugueses da história destacou se pelos romances os maias e crime padre amaro cartas da inglaterra de 1905 resultou período em que viveu e trabalhou em newcastle e bristol serviço consular obra pouco conhecida grande público apresenta uma faceta política autor expondo sua visão analítica e ensaísta nela eça tece críticas aos acontecimentos contemporâneos tanto que se refere aos portugueses quanto aos estrangeiros os destaques icluem festividades na inglaterra sugestões de livros ideias controversas acerca da situação judaica e comportamento povo inglês diante de outras nações summary adriana sacciotto |
| 12079 |
12049 |
12743 |
Orchids |
Theodore Wratislaw |
Single author, Lyric |
Theodore Wratislaw was a fin de siècle poet and a less famous Decadent author than some of his contemporaries.\n\nThis short collection of verse was first published in 1896. (Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/orchids-by-theodore-wratislaw/ |
theodore wratislaw fin de siècle poet less famous decadent author contemporaries short collection verse first published 1896 newgatenovelist |
| 12080 |
12050 |
12744 |
One-Act Play Collection 011 |
Various |
Plays |
Here are 10 one act plays offered by various groups of Librivox readers. From Ancient India to the Far Future, from the palaces of royalty to the servants hall, from comedy to tragedy, from deeply philosophical to farcically entertaining. Enjoy!<br><br>\n<b>Chitra by Rabindranath Tagore</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Anastasiia Solokha)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMadana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nVasanta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nChitra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nArjuna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nVillagers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<b>The Vampire Cat by Gerard van Etten</b> <i>(Coord by Anastasiia Solokha, Edited by ToddHW)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7785">Ian King</a><br>\nPrince Hizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nBuzen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nRuiten: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nIto Soda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nKashiku: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nO Toyo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\n<b>The Countess of Escarbagnas by Moliere</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by ToddHW)</i>: <br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nThe Count, son to the Countess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nThe Viscount, in love with Julia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. Thibaudier, councillor, in love with the Countess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. Harpin, receiver of taxes, also in love with the Countess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMr. Bobinet, tutor to the Count: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nJeannot, servant to Mr. Thibaudier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nCriquet, servant to the Countess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\nThe Countess of Escarbagnas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nJulia, in love with the Viscount: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nAndrée, maid to the Countess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<b>Playgoers by Arthur Wing Pinero</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by ToddHW)</i>: <br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Mistress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nThe Cook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nThe Kitchenmaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\nThe Parlourmaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nThe Housemaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nThe Useful Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nThe Odd Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\n<b>The Far-Away Princess by Hermann Sudermann</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Tomas Peter)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Princess von Geldern: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nBaroness von Brook, her maid of honor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nFrau von Halldorf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M. C.</a><br>\nLiddy, her daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12570">Maria de Fátima da Silva</a><br>\nMilly, her daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12507">Maria Joy</a><br>\nFritz Strübel, a student: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFrau Lindemann: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nRosa, a waitress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n<b>Food A Tragedy of the Future by William C. de Mille</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Devorah Allen)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nBasil, a New Yorker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nIrene, his wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nHarold, an officer of the Food Trust: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br>\n<b>A Day Well Spent by John Oxenford</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Zames Curran)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr. Cotton (an eminent hosier, and old gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMizzle (his apprentice, wishing to be a gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nBolt (his foreman, quite a gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. Cutaway (an adventurous gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nSam Newgate (no gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPeter Prig (an ex-foreman, likewise no gentleman): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nMiss Harriet Cotton (an adventurous lady): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMrs. Stitchley (an old lady): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMiss Brown (her bosom friend—a middle-aged lady): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMrs. Chargely (a beneficent lady): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12570">Maria de Fátima da Silva</a><br>\nBridget (a lady’s lady): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nWaiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n2nd Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12459">Rosa Grace</a><br>\nCoachman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12765">Nathan Victoriano</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\n<b>Bridges by Clare Kummer</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Chuck Williamson)</i>: <br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPenfield Parker, Jr. (Of Parker and Son, Bridge Builders): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nWallie Breen (His friend, also in the office): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nEnid Birdsall (The girl who wants to have a bridge built): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9637">Carmen Fullmer</a><br>\n<b>Efficiency by Perley Poore Sheehan/Robert H. [Hobart] Davis</b> <i>(Coord by DrPGould, Edited by ToddHW)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nThe Emperor (modeled on Kaiser Wilhelm II): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nThe Scientist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nNumber 241: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\n<b>Biscuits and Bills by O.B. DuBois</b> <i>(Coord and Edited by Foon)</i>: <br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nJack Maynard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12924">Ryan Bassette</a><br>\nMrs. Maynard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12570">Maria de Fátima da Silva</a><br>\nMr. Brainard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-011-by-various/ |
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a br frau von halldorf a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br liddy daughter a href https librivox org reader 12570 maria de fátima da silva a br milly daughter a href https librivox org reader 12507 maria joy a br fritz strübel student a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br frau lindemann a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br rosa waitress a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br b food tragedy future william c de mille b i coord edited devorah allen i br narrator a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br basil new yorker a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br irene wife a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br harold officer food trust a href https librivox org reader 12732 jim gallagher a br b a day well spent john oxenford b i coord edited zames curran i br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr cotton an eminent hosier old gentleman a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mizzle his apprentice wishing gentleman a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br bolt his foreman quite gentleman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr cutaway an adventurous gentleman a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br sam newgate no gentleman a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br peter prig an ex foreman likewise gentleman a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br miss harriet cotton an adventurous lady a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mrs stitchley an old lady a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br miss brown her bosom friend a middle aged lady a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mrs chargely a beneficent lady a href https librivox org reader 12570 maria de fátima da silva a br bridget a lady s lady a href https librivox org reader 12823 pauline latournerie a br waiter a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br 2nd waiter a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br servant a href https librivox org reader 12459 rosa grace a br coachman a href https librivox org reader 12765 nathan victoriano a br boy a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br b bridges clare kummer b i coord edited chuck williamson i br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br penfield parker jr of parker son bridge builders a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br wallie breen his friend also office a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br enid birdsall the girl wants bridge built a href https librivox org reader 9637 carmen fullmer a br b efficiency perley poore sheehan robert h hobart davis b i coord drpgould edited toddhw i br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br emperor modeled kaiser wilhelm ii a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br scientist a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br number 241 a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br b biscuits bills o b dubois b i coord edited foon i br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br jack maynard a href https librivox org reader 12924 ryan bassette a br mrs maynard a href https librivox org reader 12570 maria de fátima da silva a br mr brainard a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a |
| 12081 |
12051 |
12745 |
Dial, May 1920 |
Various |
Art, Design & Architecture, Essays & Short Works |
An example of one of the leading literary magazines of the early 20th Century. Poetry by e.e. cummings and Louise Bryant (aka Mrs. John Reed, of "Reds" fame), a short story by Sherwood Anderson, a memoir of the late poet James Flecker, theater and book reviews by Gilbert Seldes, and other critical works. (Summary by Matt Pierard) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-dial-may-1920-by-various/ |
example one leading literary magazines early 20th century poetry e e cummings louise bryant aka mrs john reed reds fame short story sherwood anderson memoir late poet james flecker theater book reviews gilbert seldes critical works summary matt pierard |
| 12082 |
12052 |
12746 |
Radioisotopes in Medicine |
Earl W. Phelan |
Medical, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics, Life Sciences |
<i>Radioisotopes in Medicine</i> is an educational booklet published in 1966 as part of the <i>Understanding the Atom</i> series by the United States Atomic Energy Commission. Written in clear language for the general public, the booklet covers the diagnostic and therapeutic uses of radioactive isotopes like technetium 99m and iodine 131. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden) |
English |
1966 |
https://librivox.org/radioisotopes-in-medicine-by-earl-w-phelan/ |
i radioisotopes medicine i educational booklet published 1966 part i understanding atom i series united states atomic energy commission written clear language general public booklet covers diagnostic therapeutic uses radioactive isotopes like technetium 99m iodine 131 summary laurie anne walden |
| 12083 |
12053 |
12747 |
Mount Royal Vol. I |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
A classic Victorian sensation novel filled with romance, mystery, and murder with the emphasis on romance. -summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mount-royal-vol-1-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
classic victorian sensation novel filled romance mystery murder emphasis romance summary celine major |
| 12084 |
12054 |
12748 |
Mount Royal Volume II |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
A classic Victorian sensation novel filled with romance, mystery, and murder with emphasis on romance. - summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mount-royal-volume-2-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
classic victorian sensation novel filled romance mystery murder emphasis romance summary celine major |
| 12085 |
12055 |
12749 |
Mount Royal Volume III |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
A classic Victorian sensation novel filled with romance, mystery, and murder with emphasis on romance. - summary by Celine Major |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/mount-royal-volume-iii-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
classic victorian sensation novel filled romance mystery murder emphasis romance summary celine major |
| 12086 |
12056 |
12750 |
Wappin' Wharf: A Frightful Comedy of Pirates |
Charles S. Brooks |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Plays |
We had hoped that our drama's scene might lie on a pirate ship at sea. We had wished for a swaying mast, full-set with canvas—a typhoon to smother our stage in wind. We had hoped to walk a victim off the plank, with the sea roaring in the wings. But our plot deals stubbornly with us. Alas, our pirates grow old and stiff. They have retired, as we say, from active practice and live in easy luxury on shore. Yet we shall see that their villainy still thrives. - Summary from Prologue <br>By the way, Section 0 has a buncha interesting explanations by the author on why and how the play came about and is called what it is - with no spoilers. But if you need to get right into the action, just start with Act 1. (ToddHW)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Duke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nPatch-Eye: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nThe Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nRed Joe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDarlin': <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nBetsy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nOld Meg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nSailor Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nIntroduction and Editing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/wappin-wharf-a-frightful-comedy-of-pirates-by-charles-s-brooks/ |
hoped drama s scene might lie pirate ship sea wished swaying mast full set canvas a typhoon smother stage wind hoped walk victim plank sea roaring wings plot deals stubbornly us alas pirates grow old stiff retired say active practice live easy luxury shore yet shall see villainy still thrives summary prologue br by way section 0 buncha interesting explanations author play came called spoilers need get right action start act 1 toddhw br br cast list br duke a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br patch eye a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br captain a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br red joe a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br darlin a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br betsy a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br old meg a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br sailor captain a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br introduction editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12087 |
12057 |
12751 |
Paul Clifford |
Edward Bulwer-Lytton |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Most men who with some earnestness of mind examine into the mysteries of our social state will perhaps pass through that stage of self-education in which this Novel was composed. The contrast between conventional frauds, received as component parts of the great system of civilization, and the less deceptive invasions of the laws which discriminate the meum from the tuum, is tempting to a satire that is not without its justice. The tragic truths which lie hid in what I may call the Philosophy of Circumstance strike through our philanthropy upon our imagination. We see masses of our fellow-creatures the victims of circumstances over which they had no control,—contaminated in infancy by the example of parents, their intelligence either extinguished or turned against them, according as the conscience is stifled in ignorance or perverted to apologies for vice. A child who is cradled in ignominy, whose schoolmaster is the felon, whose academy is the House of Correction,—who breathes an atmosphere in which virtue is poisoned, to which religion does not pierce,—becomes less a responsible and reasoning human being than a wild beast which we suffer to range in the wilderness, till it prowls near our homes, and we kill it in self-defence.\n<br><br>\nIn this respect the Novel of “Paul Clifford” is a loud cry to society to amend the circumstance,—to redeem the victim. It is an appeal from Humanity to Law. And in this, if it could not pretend to influence or guide the temper of the times, it was at least a foresign of a coming change. Between the literature of imagination, and the practical interests of a people, there is a harmony as complete as it is mysterious. The heart of an author is the mirror of his age. The shadow of the sun is cast on the still surface of literature long before the light penetrates to law; but it is ever from the sun that the shadow falls, and the moment we see the shadow we may be certain of the light. ( Adapted from the Preface) |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/paul-clifford-by-edward-bulwer-lytton/ |
men earnestness mind examine mysteries social state perhaps pass stage self education novel composed contrast conventional frauds received component parts great system civilization less deceptive invasions laws discriminate meum tuum tempting satire without justice tragic truths lie hid may call philosophy circumstance strike philanthropy upon imagination see masses fellow creatures victims circumstances control contaminated infancy example parents intelligence either extinguished turned them according conscience stifled ignorance perverted apologies vice child cradled ignominy whose schoolmaster felon whose academy house correction who breathes atmosphere virtue poisoned religion pierce becomes less responsible reasoning human wild beast suffer range wilderness till prowls near homes kill self defence br br respect novel paul clifford loud cry society amend circumstance to redeem victim appeal humanity law this could pretend influence guide temper times least foresign coming change literature imagination practical interests people harmony complete mysterious heart author mirror age shadow sun cast still surface literature long light penetrates law ever sun shadow falls moment see shadow may certain light adapted preface |
| 12088 |
12058 |
12752 |
Hamilton |
George Arliss |
Historical Fiction, Plays |
One hundred years before the current hit musical Hamilton, Mary Hamlin wrote this historical play for Broadway with a big actor of the day, George Arliss, as co-author playing the leading role. It was made into a movie in 1931 with Arliss also playing the lead. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAlexander Hamilton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nGeneral Schuyler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10603">Amelia Chesley</a><br>\nThomas Jefferson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11905">Wolfgang Bas</a><br>\nJames Monroe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12900">Aleacia Messiah</a><br>\nWilliam B. Giles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a><br>\nCount Tallyrand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6482">Delmar H Dolbier</a><br>\nJohn Jay, Chief Justice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nZekiel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12975">EJWiley</a><br>\nJames Reynolds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nColonel Lear: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nFirst Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nBetsy Hamilton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nAngelica Church: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMrs. Reynolds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSoldier's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMelissa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nStage Directions and Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/hamilton-by-mary-p-hamlin/ |
one hundred years current hit musical hamilton mary hamlin wrote historical play broadway big actor day george arliss co author playing leading role made movie 1931 arliss also playing lead summary toddhw br br cast list br alexander hamilton a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br general schuyler a href https librivox org reader 10603 amelia chesley a br thomas jefferson a href https librivox org reader 11905 wolfgang bas a br james monroe a href https librivox org reader 12900 aleacia messiah a br william b giles a href https librivox org reader 10253 donald gilmore a br count tallyrand a href https librivox org reader 6482 delmar h dolbier a br john jay chief justice a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br zekiel a href https librivox org reader 12975 ejwiley a br james reynolds a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br colonel lear a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br first man a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br second man a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br betsy hamilton a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br angelica church a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mrs reynolds a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br soldier s wife a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br melissa a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br stage directions edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12089 |
12059 |
12753 |
Water Wonders Every Child Should Know |
Jean M. Thompson |
Science |
Water: essential for life and in much of the world, we take it for granted. In this work, Jean Thompson explains various aspects of the water cycle in simple terms, for the benefit of young readers with enquiring minds. Listeners are referred to the text for the microphotographs described. |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/water-wonders-every-child-should-know-by-jean-m-thompson/ |
water essential life much world take granted work jean thompson explains various aspects water cycle simple terms benefit young readers enquiring minds listeners referred text microphotographs described |
| 12090 |
12060 |
12754 |
Poems from the Inner Life |
Lizzie Doten |
Poetry |
Collection of reflective poetry by celebrated medium and clairvoyant, Lizzie Doten. She claims these poems were sent by her 'inner heaven', often while she was in a trance. She credits some of the poems to the spirits of Poe, Burns and Sprague, with whose work she was, apparently, unfamiliar.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/poems-from-the-inner-life-by-lizzie-doten/ |
collection reflective poetry celebrated medium clairvoyant lizzie doten claims poems sent inner heaven often trance credits poems spirits poe burns sprague whose work was apparently unfamiliar lynne thompson |
| 12091 |
12061 |
12755 |
St. George and St. Michael, Volume 2 |
George MacDonald |
Historical Fiction |
’St. George and St. Michael’ is a little-known historical romance telling the story of a young couple who find themselves on opposing sides during the tumultuous years of the English Civil Wars.<br /><br />Tensions are rising between king and parliament, the Church of England and the numerous independent puritans, and rumours abound that Charles I will soon declare open war on the dissident elements within his realm. Seventeen-year-old Dorothy Vaughan knows little of the brewing conflict, yet is sure that her loyalty must be with her king and her nation. When she challenges her childhood friend, Richard Heywood, to prove himself a man and so worthy of winning her hand in marriage by becoming involved in the larger events that surround them, he finds that his convictions – both political and spiritual – lie with his father’s and the puritans. Determined to do what he believes is right, Richard finds that he cannot shake his immovable conscience, even for the woman he loves.<br /><br />\nThough it is, for the most part, a realistic novel, ‘St. George and St. Michael’ is not without either the otherwordly atmosphere of the fantastic or the rich spiritual depth that characterises so much of MacDonald’s writing.<br /><br /><a href="https://librivox.org/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-1-by-george-macdonald/" target="_blank">Volume 1</a><br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-2-by-george-macdonald/ |
st george st michael little known historical romance telling story young couple find opposing sides tumultuous years english civil wars br br tensions rising king parliament church england numerous independent puritans rumours abound charles soon declare open war dissident elements within realm seventeen year old dorothy vaughan knows little brewing conflict yet sure loyalty must king nation challenges childhood friend richard heywood prove man worthy winning hand marriage becoming involved larger events surround them finds convictions political spiritual lie father s puritans determined believes right richard finds cannot shake immovable conscience even woman loves br br though is part realistic novel st george st michael without either otherwordly atmosphere fantastic rich spiritual depth characterises much macdonald s writing br br a href https librivox org st george and st michael volume 1 by george macdonald target _blank volume 1 a br br |
| 12092 |
12062 |
12756 |
House of Gentlefolk |
Ivan Turgenev |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The novel titled in Russian "Дворянское Гнездо" (Dvoryanskoye Gnezdo, sometimes translated as Home of the Gentry, A Nest of the Gentlefolk, A Nest of the Gentry) is considered a sequel to "Rudin". It is the story of the protagonist Fyodor Ivanych Lavretsky, a son of a nobleman and a serf, brought up at his family's country estate home by a severe maiden aunt, often thought to be based on Turgenev's own mother, who was known for her cruelty. - Summary by tovarisch based on Wikipedia article |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-house-of-gentlefolk-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
novel titled russian дворянское гнездо dvoryanskoye gnezdo sometimes translated home gentry nest gentlefolk nest gentry considered sequel rudin story protagonist fyodor ivanych lavretsky son nobleman serf brought family s country estate home severe maiden aunt often thought based turgenev s mother known cruelty summary tovarisch based wikipedia article |
| 12093 |
12063 |
12757 |
History of Mary Prince |
Mary Prince |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Mary Prince was born into slavery in the West Indies. As a free woman in England she wrote her memoirs, which sold well and supported and publicised the anti-slavery movement. \n<br><br>\nNB This book contains racial vocabulary and refers to physical and sexual abuse that some listeners may find offensive or distressing. (Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-mary-prince-by-mary-prince/ |
mary prince born slavery west indies free woman england wrote memoirs sold well supported publicised anti slavery movement br br nb book contains racial vocabulary refers physical sexual abuse listeners may find offensive distressing newgatenovelist |
| 12094 |
12064 |
12758 |
Tres Mosqueteros |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
¿Es necesario describir los tres mosqueteros? Advierta el lector que serán más bien cuatro..., pero no adelantemos acontecimientos sin permiso del Rey o, al menos, de la Reina. - Summary by Tux |
Spanish |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/los-tres-mosqueteros-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
es necesario describir los tres mosqueteros advierta el lector que serán más bien cuatro pero adelantemos acontecimientos sin permiso del rey o al menos de la reina summary tux |
| 12095 |
12065 |
12759 |
Wishing Horse of Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Family |
Magic wishing emeralds mysteriously arrive in the little kingdom of Skampavia. King Skamperoo immediately confiscates them and wishes to become the Emperor of Oz, with his magic horse Chalk as his advisor. All the residents of Oz are enchanted to forget Ozma and their own rulers, except for Dorothy and Pigasus the flying pig. Can Dorothy and Pigasus break the enchantment and rescue Princess Ozma? Will they forge an unlikely alliance with the Gnome King? And who is the real owner and possessor of the secret of the wishing emeralds?<br><br>The Wishing Horse of Oz is the twenty-ninth in the series of Oz books created by L. Frank Baum. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/the-wishing-horse-of-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
magic wishing emeralds mysteriously arrive little kingdom skampavia king skamperoo immediately confiscates wishes become emperor oz magic horse chalk advisor residents oz enchanted forget ozma rulers except dorothy pigasus flying pig dorothy pigasus break enchantment rescue princess ozma forge unlikely alliance gnome king real owner possessor secret wishing emeralds br br the wishing horse oz twenty ninth series oz books created l frank baum summary beth thomas |
| 12096 |
12066 |
12760 |
Castle of the Carpathians |
Jules Verne |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
The Castle stood above the quiet little town for as long as folks remembered: barren, deserted, lonely and frightening to the townsfolk. Until one day, smoke began to ascend from the dunjon. They were warned not to go near, and when intrepid souls dared to venture to uncover the mystery of the ruined castle, they learned firsthand what supernatural terrors await inside The Castle of the Carpathians. Summary by Joseph DeNoia. |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-castle-of-the-carpathians-by-jules-verne/ |
castle stood quiet little town long folks remembered barren deserted lonely frightening townsfolk one day smoke began ascend dunjon warned go near intrepid souls dared venture uncover mystery ruined castle learned firsthand supernatural terrors await inside castle carpathians summary joseph denoia |
| 12097 |
12067 |
12761 |
Welcome to Spring |
Ring Lardner |
Historical Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner was an American sports columnist and short story writer best known for his satirical writings about sports, marriage, and the theatre. He was a contemporary of Ernest Hemingway, Virginia Woolf and F. Scott Fitzgerald, all of whom professed strong admiration for Lardner's writing. ( Wikipedia ) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/welcome-to-spring-by-ring-lardner/ |
ringgold wilmer ring lardner american sports columnist short story writer best known satirical writings sports marriage theatre contemporary ernest hemingway virginia woolf f scott fitzgerald professed strong admiration lardner s writing wikipedia |
| 12098 |
12068 |
12762 |
Regeneration of Lord Ernie |
Algernon Blackwood |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
"The Regeneration of Lord Ernie is a story about a young man with no passion for life, he was very capable and the heir to a large family fortune but just not interested in life. His father employs a teacher, John Hendricks, to take him on a world tour and try to inspire him. In the final stage of the tour in desperation he takes him to the Jura mountains, where he went as a young man, to visit a pastor he stayed with. During the stay they get involved with pagan worship that involves the transforming power of wind and fire, up in the mountains.<br>\n\nAlgernon Blackwood manages to evoke the atmosphere and tensions that carry Lord Ernie through transformation to lead a new life. But like a shooting stars he burns bright but ...... "( Patrick79) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-regeneration-of-lord-ernie-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
the regeneration lord ernie story young man passion life capable heir large family fortune interested life father employs teacher john hendricks take world tour try inspire him final stage tour desperation takes jura mountains went young man visit pastor stayed with stay get involved pagan worship involves transforming power wind fire mountains br algernon blackwood manages evoke atmosphere tensions carry lord ernie transformation lead new life like shooting stars burns bright patrick79 |
| 12099 |
12069 |
12763 |
Egregious English |
T. W. H. Crosland |
Humorous Fiction |
This 1903 book is a tongue-in-cheek send-up of English people and subjects. Within the humor (or humour), the listener may be surprised by some diamond-hard observations. The listener is also alerted to some attitudes of a different time that would not be acceptable in today's polite discourse. Here writing as “Angus McNeil”, a Scotsman, Crosland was a British author, poet, and journalist (1865-1924) . ( David Wales) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-egregious-english-by-t-w-h-crosland/ |
1903 book tongue in cheek send up english people subjects within humor or humour listener may surprised diamond hard observations listener also alerted attitudes different time would acceptable today s polite discourse writing angus mcneil scotsman crosland british author poet journalist 1865 1924 david wales |
| 12100 |
12070 |
12764 |
Texan Star |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is the first story in the Texan series by Joseph Altsheler. The Texan Star outlines the great Texan struggle for freedom, following the adventures of the main character, Ned Fulton. (Summary by Edmonds) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-texan-star-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
first story texan series joseph altsheler texan star outlines great texan struggle freedom following adventures main character ned fulton summary edmonds |
| 12101 |
12071 |
12765 |
Mulato |
Aluísio Azevedo |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Marco do Naturalismo no Brasil, O Mulato foi o segundo romance de Aluísio Azevedo, publicado em 1881. Retrata um pouco do racismo da época, tendo como cenário principal a cidade de São Luís do Maranhão. Raimundo, personagem criado pelo escritor para declarar esse movimento de cor, é filho de escravo, médico formado na Europa, e assume uma postura que questiona ocomportamento da alta sociedade em relação à raça negra. - Summary by Adriana Sacciotto |
Portuguese |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/o-mulato-by-aluisio-azevedo/ |
marco naturalismo brasil mulato foi segundo romance de aluísio azevedo publicado em 1881 retrata um pouco racismo da época tendo como cenário principal cidade de são luís maranhão raimundo personagem criado pelo escritor para declarar esse movimento de cor é filho de escravo médico formado na europa e assume uma postura que questiona ocomportamento da alta sociedade em relação à raça negra summary adriana sacciotto |
| 12102 |
12072 |
12766 |
Clover (version 2) |
Susan Coolidge |
General |
This fourth book in the "What Katy Did" series focuses on Katy's closest sister, Clover. She ends up in the beautiful mountains of Colorado to nurse their younger brother back to health. While making new friends, Clover is reunited with her city-cousin turned rancher, Clarence Page, and introduced to his English friend, Geoff Templestowe. But can any new ties ever rival those of her beloved family? ( HannahMary) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/clover-version-2-by-susan-coolidge/ |
fourth book what katy did series focuses katy s closest sister clover ends beautiful mountains colorado nurse younger brother back health making new friends clover reunited city cousin turned rancher clarence page introduced english friend geoff templestowe new ties ever rival beloved family hannahmary |
| 12103 |
12073 |
12768 |
Legends and Myths of Hawaii |
David Kalakaua |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of legends and myths of the Hawaiian islands and their 'strange people' as told by His Majesty King Kalakaua, the last king of Hawaii. Introduction, including a history, geography and social and religious commentary on the islands by R.M. Daggett, United States Minister to the Hawaiian Islands 1882-1885. |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-and-myths-of-hawaii-by-david-kalakaua/ |
collection legends myths hawaiian islands strange people told majesty king kalakaua last king hawaii introduction including history geography social religious commentary islands r m daggett united states minister hawaiian islands 1882 1885 |
| 12104 |
12074 |
12769 |
Ardath |
Marie Corelli |
Fantastic Fiction |
Victorian-era writer Marie Corelli’s epic work Ardath, The Story of a Dead Self, is filled with supernatural and gothic themes. We meet Theos Alwyn, an atheist poet who is lost and disconsolate with life. He begins his journey by seeking out a monastery in the Caucasus mountains; his spiritual quest then takes him to the mythical field of Ardath, which becomes a door into a dream of another version of his self that transcends space and time. - Summary by Lisa Statler |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/ardath-by-marie-corelli/ |
victorian era writer marie corelli s epic work ardath story dead self filled supernatural gothic themes meet theos alwyn atheist poet lost disconsolate life begins journey seeking monastery caucasus mountains spiritual quest takes mythical field ardath becomes door dream another version self transcends space time summary lisa statler |
| 12105 |
12075 |
12770 |
Czar's Spy: The Mystery of a Silent Love (version 2) |
William Le Queux |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A mysterious burgary of the British Consulate at Leghorn, coupled with the even more mysterious visit of an English yacht, leads to a trail of espionage and underground criminal activity that carries to reader to London, to Scotland, and ultimately to Finland, then groaning under the oppression of its imperial Russian masters. Our hero, fortunately, is a man of great perspicacity (half a century later he might have been named Double O Seven), but even he finds his limits tested as he attempts to find the truth. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-czars-spy2-by-william-le-queux/ |
mysterious burgary british consulate leghorn coupled even mysterious visit english yacht leads trail espionage underground criminal activity carries reader london scotland ultimately finland groaning oppression imperial russian masters hero fortunately man great perspicacity half century later might named double seven even finds limits tested attempts find truth summary nicholas clifford |
| 12106 |
12076 |
12771 |
Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights) Volume 09 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection's genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the ninth of sixteen volumes translated by Burton. |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-thousand-nights-and-a-night-arabian-nights-volume-09-by-anonymous/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found collection several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes ninth sixteen volumes translated burton |
| 12107 |
12077 |
12772 |
extraño caso del doctor Jekyll y el señor Hyde |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Gothic Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Novela de suspense, misterio...terror. Nos lleva a reflexionar sobre las dos caras de la vida y también del ser humano: El bien y el mal.\nEl doctor Enrique Jekyll crea una fórmula, un bebedizo, que al ser ingerida le metamorfosea en el ser más cruel y perverso imaginable: Eduardo Hyde. - Summary by Montse González. |
Spanish |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/el-extrano-caso-del-doctor-jekyll-y-el-senor-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
novela de suspense misterio terror nos lleva reflexionar sobre las dos caras de la vida también del ser humano el bien el mal el doctor enrique jekyll crea una fórmula un bebedizo que al ser ingerida le metamorfosea en el ser más cruel perverso imaginable eduardo hyde summary montse gonzález |
| 12108 |
12078 |
12773 |
Slicko, the Jumping Squirrel |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
The Squirrel family lived half-way up a tall tree in their cozy little home, lined with soft, dried leaves and white, fluffy cotton. Slicko and her siblings are getting jumping lessons today from Mr. Squirrel. Slicko meets a new friend and goes on an adventure which gets her into a bit of trouble. What will happen to poor Slicko? (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/slicko-the-jumping-squirrel-by-richard-barnum/ |
squirrel family lived half way tall tree cozy little home lined soft dried leaves white fluffy cotton slicko siblings getting jumping lessons today mr squirrel slicko meets new friend goes adventure gets bit trouble happen poor slicko ann boulais |
| 12109 |
12079 |
12774 |
Mark Twain: A Biography - Volume 1 |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Biography & Autobiography, Humor, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Until recently, this work has been considered the "go-to" bio of Mark Twain. Albert Bigelow Paine (July 10, 1861 – April 9, 1937) was an American author and biographer best known for his work with Mark Twain. This recording of Paine's exhaustive biography covers Twain's personal and literary life in detail, heretofore unapproached. - Summary by John Greenman and Wikipedia |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-a-biography-volume-1-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
recently work considered go to bio mark twain albert bigelow paine july 10 1861 april 9 1937 american author biographer best known work mark twain recording paine s exhaustive biography covers twain s personal literary life detail heretofore unapproached summary john greenman wikipedia |
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12080 |
12775 |
schwarze Revier |
Paul Zech |
Poetry |
Paul Zech verarbeitet hier in Gedichten, zumeist Sonetten, seine Eindrücke die er wohl in einem Kohlerevier in Belgien gesammelt hat. Da er selbst seinen Lebenslauf oft den gegebenen Umständen anpasste, lässt sich der Aufenthalt und seine Tätigkeit in dieser Zeit nicht exakt bestimmen. Summary by lorda. |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/das-schwarze-revier-by-paul-zech/ |
paul zech verarbeitet hier gedichten zumeist sonetten seine eindrücke die er wohl einem kohlerevier belgien gesammelt hat da er selbst seinen lebenslauf oft den gegebenen umständen anpasste lässt sich der aufenthalt und seine tätigkeit dieser zeit nicht exakt bestimmen summary lorda |
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12081 |
12776 |
Ghost Girl |
Henry Kitchell Webster |
Published 1900 onward |
Henry Kitchell Webster is an American author best know for his detective novels. The Ghost Girl opens with a murder mystery. A young woman's frozen, yet perfectly preserved, body is found in the river. As the family discusses this news of the day, good friend Jeffrey returns from a sabbatical, suddenly undertaken after finishing a commission to paint the portrait of a dead girl. The mystery deepens as the chapters progress and Jeffrey and Drew investigate as the haunting coincidences begin to pile up. ( Kate Follis) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghost-girl-by-henry-kitchell-webster/ |
henry kitchell webster american author best know detective novels ghost girl opens murder mystery young woman s frozen yet perfectly preserved body found river family discusses news day good friend jeffrey returns sabbatical suddenly undertaken finishing commission paint portrait dead girl mystery deepens chapters progress jeffrey drew investigate haunting coincidences begin pile up kate follis |
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12082 |
12777 |
Magical Mimics in Oz |
Jack Snow |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The land of OZ is the happiest fairyland anywhere, but there are evil creatures whose only ambition is to destroy that happiness. Lurking inside Mount Illuso, just south of the Deadly Desert, live the Magic Mimics, a race devoted to causing the maximum chaos and unhappiness everywhere, but mainly in the land of OZ. Until now they have been kept at bay by a spell, but when Princess Ozma leaves OZ for 3 days, their foul machinians are quicly put into play. Princess Dorothy is left in chage of OZ and must deal with these happiness crushing beings. Can she do it? Will Toto help? You bet!!! Listen to this rip snorting adventure in oz and enjoy all of your old friends again. . |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-mimics-in-oz-by-jack-snow/ |
land oz happiest fairyland anywhere evil creatures whose ambition destroy happiness lurking inside mount illuso south deadly desert live magic mimics race devoted causing maximum chaos unhappiness everywhere mainly land oz kept bay spell princess ozma leaves oz 3 days foul machinians quicly put play princess dorothy left chage oz must deal happiness crushing beings it toto help bet listen rip snorting adventure oz enjoy old friends again |
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12083 |
12778 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. X, No 4, November 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-x-no-4-november-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12114 |
12084 |
12779 |
Quarrel |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This LIbriVox Weekly Poem is taken from The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume II, New World Idylls and Poems of Love (1901) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-quarrel-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox weekly poem taken poems madison cawein volume ii new world idylls poems love 1901 summary david lawrence |
| 12115 |
12085 |
12780 |
Bachelor to a Married Flirt |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude", which contains the lines "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone". Her autobiography, The Worlds and I, was published in 1918, a year before her death.\nThis LibriVox Fortnightly Poem is taken from Poems of Purpose (1919) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-bachelor-to-a-married-flirt-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american author poet best known work poems passion enduring work solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone autobiography worlds i published 1918 year death librivox fortnightly poem taken poems purpose 1919 summary wikipedia |
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12086 |
12781 |
Max |
Katherine Cecil Thurston |
Historical Fiction |
On a trans-continental train journey into Paris, Max, a young adventurer determined to make his way as an artist, meets Blake, a well-to-do Irishman. Blake helps Max set up a studio in Montmartre and they enjoy the life of Paris and each other's company. However, things are definitely not what they seem and the book takes a very contemporary turn as another person appears on the scene. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
2004 |
https://librivox.org/max-by-katherine-cecil-thurston/ |
trans continental train journey paris max young adventurer determined make way artist meets blake well to do irishman blake helps max set studio montmartre enjoy life paris other s company however things definitely seem book takes contemporary turn another person appears scene summary simon evers |
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12087 |
12782 |
Coffee Break Collection 15 - World of Work |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the fifteenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "The World of Work", where work or the workplace is significant. Please note that 'Street Musicians' and 'London Dock' contain language some listeners may find offensive. It is Librivox policy to maintain the original wording. ( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-15-world-of-work-by-various/ |
fifteenth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection the world work work workplace significant please note street musicians london dock contain language listeners may find offensive librivox policy maintain original wording lynne thompson |
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12088 |
12783 |
Chronicles of America Volume 03 - Elizabethan Sea-Dogs |
William Wood |
History |
Citizen, colonist, pioneer! These three words carry the history of the United States back to its earliest form in 'the New World called America.' But who prepared the way for the pioneers from the Old World and what assured their safety in the New? The title of the present volume, Elizabethan Sea-Dogs gives the only answer. It was during the reign of Elizabeth, the last of the Tudor sovereigns of England, that Elizabethans won the command of the sea under the consummate leadership of Sir Francis Drake, the first of the modern admirals. Drake and his companions are known to fame as Sea-Dogs. They won the English right of way into Spain's New World. And Anglo-American history begins with that century of maritime adventures and naval war in which English sailors blazed and secured the long sea-trail for the men of every other kind who found or sought their fortunes in America - Summary from the Prefatory Note<br><br>\n\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/elizabethan-sea-dogs-by-william-wood/ |
citizen colonist pioneer three words carry history united states back earliest form the new world called america prepared way pioneers old world assured safety new title present volume elizabethan sea dogs gives answer reign elizabeth last tudor sovereigns england elizabethans command sea consummate leadership sir francis drake first modern admirals drake companions known fame sea dogs english right way spain s new world anglo american history begins century maritime adventures naval war english sailors blazed secured long sea trail men every kind found sought fortunes america summary prefatory note br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
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12089 |
12784 |
Vikings |
Allen Mawer |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
This is a concise history of the Vikings by Allen Mawer, MA, Professor of English Language and Literature in Armstrong College, University of Durham: late Fellow of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. It includes the following chapters: I.Causes of the Viking movement; II.The Viking movement down to the middle of the 9th century; III.The Vikings in England to the death of Harthacnut ; IV.The Vikings in the Frankish Empire to the\n founding of Normandy (911);V. The Vikings in Ireland to the battle of Clontarf (1014); VI.The Vikings in the Orkneys, Scotland, the Western Islands and Man; VII.The Vikings in Baltic lands and Russia; VIII.Viking civilisation; IX. Scandinavian influence in the Orkneys, Shetlands, the Western Islands and Man; X. Scandinavian influence in Ireland ; XI. Scandinavian influence in England; and XII. Scandinavian influence in the Empire and Iceland. - Summary by Kevin Johnson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-vikings-by-allen-mawer/ |
concise history vikings allen mawer ma professor english language literature armstrong college university durham late fellow gonville caius college cambridge includes following chapters i causes viking movement ii the viking movement middle 9th century iii the vikings england death harthacnut iv the vikings frankish empire founding normandy 911 v vikings ireland battle clontarf 1014 vi the vikings orkneys scotland western islands man vii the vikings baltic lands russia viii viking civilisation ix scandinavian influence orkneys shetlands western islands man x scandinavian influence ireland xi scandinavian influence england xii scandinavian influence empire iceland summary kevin johnson |
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12090 |
12785 |
Coppertop |
Harold Gaze |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The story is about a little girl who meets all manner of strange gnomes, fairies and creatures after she goes to sleep at night. She also has two invisible brothers whom she created so as to not be alone while her parents travel for the Crown. The author here produces an alternative version of fairyland to the more traditional European form, that is bizarre, entertaining and funny at the same time. - Summary by phil chenevert and Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coppertop-by-harold-gaze/ |
story little girl meets manner strange gnomes fairies creatures goes sleep night also two invisible brothers created alone parents travel crown author produces alternative version fairyland traditional european form bizarre entertaining funny time summary phil chenevert wikipedia |
| 12121 |
12091 |
12786 |
Rover Boys in Camp |
Arthur M. Winfield |
Action & Adventure |
The Rover brothers spend time at Putnam Hall and on a camping expedition in this entry to the series. They have a new set of rivals, let by lanky, surly Lew Flapp, a would-be boxer. Rover family nemesis, Arnold Baxter, is on the lam from prison. Also returning, the largely-unintelligible Hans Mueller and various other good boys from the military academy. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-rover-boys-in-camp-by-arthur-m-winfield/ |
rover brothers spend time putnam hall camping expedition entry series new set rivals let lanky surly lew flapp would be boxer rover family nemesis arnold baxter lam prison also returning largely unintelligible hans mueller various good boys military academy summary matt pierard |
| 12122 |
12092 |
12787 |
Rowdy of the Cross L |
B. M. Bower |
Romance, Westerns |
There's bad blood between Rowland ''Rowdy'' Vaughan and Harry Conroy. Really bad blood. But Rowdy is crazy about Harry's sister, Jessie. Really crazy. And Jessie thinks the world of Harry and doesn't believe he would ever do anything bad, but... - Summary by Tom Penn |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/rowdy-of-the-cross-l-by-b-m-bower/ |
there s bad blood rowland rowdy vaughan harry conroy really bad blood rowdy crazy harry s sister jessie really crazy jessie thinks world harry believe would ever anything bad but summary tom penn |
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12093 |
12788 |
Captain Salt in Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
General |
A voyage on the famous Nonestic Ocean! What could be more thrilling than that? We—many of us—have taken trips on the prosaic Atlantic or even Pacific, but have we found a SEA FOREST with flying fish and swimming birds? Have we been pursued by a real SEA SERPENT, or had our ship transfixed by the immense ivory tusk of a NARWHAL? Have we come upon the glittering island of PEAKENSPIRE, or made friends with a charming talking hippopotamus? Yet all these things and more befall Captain Salt, one time Pirate and now Royal Explorer of Oz, and his merry crew. They come back with their hold bursting with unique and fascinating specimens, with their chart crowded with new islands, all claimed for Ozma of Oz!\n\nCaptain Salt in Oz (1936) is the thirtieth in the series of Oz novels created by L. Frank Baum. (Original publisher's book summary) |
English |
1964 |
https://librivox.org/captain-salt-in-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
voyage famous nonestic ocean could thrilling that we many us have taken trips prosaic atlantic even pacific found sea forest flying fish swimming birds pursued real sea serpent ship transfixed immense ivory tusk narwhal come upon glittering island peakenspire made friends charming talking hippopotamus yet things befall captain salt one time pirate royal explorer oz merry crew come back hold bursting unique fascinating specimens chart crowded new islands claimed ozma oz captain salt oz 1936 thirtieth series oz novels created l frank baum original publisher s book summary |
| 12124 |
12094 |
12789 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XII, No 3, October 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xii-no-3-october-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12125 |
12095 |
12790 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XII, No 4, November 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xii-no-4-november-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12126 |
12096 |
12791 |
Idle Hours In A Library |
William Henry Hudson |
Essays & Short Works, History |
“[these essays on Shakespeare, Pepys, Restoration novels, and bohemianism]—the results of many hours of quiet but rather aimless browsing among books, and not of special investigations, undertaken with a view to definite scholastic ends. They are, moreover, as will readily be seen, completely unacademic in style and intention.” Published in 1897. Hudson (1841-1922) was a prolific author, naturalist, and ornithologist. His most popular book in the early 20th century was Green Mansions. |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/idle-hours-in-a-library-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
these essays shakespeare pepys restoration novels bohemianism the results many hours quiet rather aimless browsing among books special investigations undertaken view definite scholastic ends are moreover readily seen completely unacademic style intention published 1897 hudson 1841 1922 prolific author naturalist ornithologist popular book early 20th century green mansions |
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12097 |
12792 |
criaturas acuaticas |
Charles Kingsley |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Fantasy Fiction |
Los Bebes Acuáticos: un cuento de Hadas para un bebe terrestre, es una novela para niños escrita por el Reverendo Charles Kingsley. Es controversial ya que está teñido de pensamientos arcaicos, discriminadores a veces, y con algunas metáforas que pueden considerarse ofensivas hoy en día. Publicada dos años antes que Alicia en el País de las Maravillas, Los niños del agua se ha confundido a menudo con un relato meramente infantil aunque, al igual que la novela de Lewis Carroll, supera con creces cualquier barrera de edad.<br><br>\nAdaptada al cine por Walt Disney en 1935, narra la historia de Tom, un deshollinador de 10 años, explotado cruelmente por su amo Grimes, que cae por la chimenea de una casa de campo a donde ha sido llevado a trabajar. El accidente provoca un enorme revuelo y Tom huye hacia un estanque en el que, aparentemente, se ahoga. Pero no muere y se transforma en un niño del agua, que deberá madurar con la ayuda de las hadas y las criaturas marinas hasta convertirse en un nuevo ser más libre y responsable. (Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/las-criaturas-acuaticas-by-charles-kingsley/ |
los bebes acuáticos un cuento de hadas para un bebe terrestre es una novela para niños escrita por el reverendo charles kingsley es controversial ya que está teñido de pensamientos arcaicos discriminadores veces con algunas metáforas que pueden considerarse ofensivas hoy en día publicada dos años antes que alicia en el país de las maravillas los niños del agua se ha confundido menudo con un relato meramente infantil aunque al igual que la novela de lewis carroll supera con creces cualquier barrera de edad br br adaptada al cine por walt disney en 1935 narra la historia de tom un deshollinador de 10 años explotado cruelmente por su amo grimes que cae por la chimenea de una casa de campo donde ha sido llevado trabajar el accidente provoca un enorme revuelo tom huye hacia un estanque en el que aparentemente se ahoga pero muere se transforma en un niño del agua que deberá madurar con la ayuda de las hadas las criaturas marinas hasta convertirse en un nuevo ser más libre responsable phileas fogg |
| 12128 |
12098 |
12793 |
Legacy of Cain |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Eunice and Helena are sisters brought up by their father, the Reverend Abel Gracedieu. They grow up quietly and happily, until some dark secrets about their past come to light. One of the daughters is adopted: her mother was executed for murdering her husband. When the murdered husband's mistress and brother both enter the picture, a series of events is set into motion to finally reveal the truth. Which of the two young women must confront her difficult heritage? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/the-legacy-of-cain-by-wilkie-collins/ |
eunice helena sisters brought father reverend abel gracedieu grow quietly happily dark secrets past come light one daughters adopted mother executed murdering husband murdered husband s mistress brother enter picture series events set motion finally reveal truth two young women must confront difficult heritage summary carolin |
| 12129 |
12099 |
12794 |
Visits of Elizabeth |
Elinor Glyn |
Romance |
Elizabeth is a young and naive debutante who is travelling around England and France fom one house party to the next, visiting friends and family, in search of a suitable husband. She is a rather good correspondent, sending her mother letters from all of these places and events. These letters are more shocking and concerning to her mother than Elizabeth might think, however, because due to her innocence the frequent innuendos made by her male acquaintances escape her. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-visits-of-elizabeth-by-elinor-glyn/ |
elizabeth young naive debutante travelling around england france fom one house party next visiting friends family search suitable husband rather good correspondent sending mother letters places events letters shocking concerning mother elizabeth might think however due innocence frequent innuendos made male acquaintances escape her summary carolin |
| 12130 |
12100 |
12795 |
Marion Harland's Complete Etiquette |
Marion Harland |
House & Home |
Haven't you always wondered how to properly accept a formal dinner invitation? Perhaps you have a débutante under your wing, in which case you need to make sure her appearance in society goes perfectly, to increase her chances of a brilliant match. And what exactly would be your duties as her chaperon? These and many other questions are expertly answered by Marion Harland in this little volume. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/marion-harlands-complete-etiquette-by-marion-harland/ |
always wondered properly accept formal dinner invitation perhaps débutante wing case need make sure appearance society goes perfectly increase chances brilliant match exactly would duties chaperon many questions expertly answered marion harland little volume summary carolin |
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12101 |
12796 |
Thousand Degrees Below Zero |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
The War to End All Wars has ended and the world has taken a deep breath and is trying to recover normal life in 1919. But a super Villan intent on ruling the entire world has other ideas. In his super fast helicopter (the Black Flyer) he sorties out to block the major ports and rives of the world until all nations with icebergs made by his fiendishly clever devices until they admit his supremacy and kneel before his might. The might of nations are helpless before him but he does not count on our hero, a scientist specializing in low temperatures who was also a gunner in WWI. Teamed with a daring pilot flying the latest fastest bi plane in the army, they tangle with this brilliant but deranged person and might be able to bring him down. Do they? Listen and find out in this thrilling adventure where planes zoom at up to 200 mph!!!! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-thousand-degrees-below-zero-by-murray-leinster/ |
war end wars ended world taken deep breath trying recover normal life 1919 super villan intent ruling entire world ideas super fast helicopter the black flyer sorties block major ports rives world nations icebergs made fiendishly clever devices admit supremacy kneel might might nations helpless count hero scientist specializing low temperatures also gunner wwi teamed daring pilot flying latest fastest bi plane army tangle brilliant deranged person might able bring down they listen find thrilling adventure planes zoom 200 mph |
| 12132 |
12102 |
12797 |
Friend in Need |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Dora Maria Sigerson Shorter was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/a-friend-in-need-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
dora maria sigerson shorter irish poet sculptor marriage 1895 wrote name dora sigerson shorter summary wikipedia |
| 12133 |
12103 |
12798 |
Planet of the Damned (Version 2) |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
Dis was a harsh, inhospitable, dangerous place and the Magter made it worse. They might have been human once—but they were something else now.\nThe Magter had only one desire—Kill! Kill everything, themselves, their planet, the universe if they could—Brion Brandd was sent in at the eleventh hour. His mission was to save Dis, but it looked as though he was going to preside over its annihilation. Space derring Do. Rip roaring action. Evil Aliens. A bewildered hero. Lots of fun. ( phil chenevert)Space derring Do. Lots of fun. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/planet-of-the-damned-by-harry-harrison-2/ |
dis harsh inhospitable dangerous place magter made worse might human once but something else now magter one desire kill kill everything themselves planet universe could brion brandd sent eleventh hour mission save dis looked though going preside annihilation space derring do rip roaring action evil aliens bewildered hero lots fun phil chenevert space derring do lots fun summary phil chenevert |
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12104 |
12799 |
World’s Story Volume II: India, Persia, Mesopotamia and Palestine |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, Poetry, Essays & Short Works |
This is the second volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. \n\nTopics in Part II include India, Siam, Afghanistan, Persia, Mesopotamia and Palestine. - Summary by Sonia\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list for Sakoontala, or the lost ring:<BR>\n\nKing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFirst Attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nSecond Attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nChild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>\nSakoontala: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a><br>\nMatali: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nKasyapa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAditi: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nPupil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-ii-india-persia-mesopotamia-and-palestine-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
second volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part ii include india siam afghanistan persia mesopotamia palestine summary sonia br br cast list sakoontala lost ring br king a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br first attendant a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br second attendant a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br child a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br sakoontala a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br matali a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br kasyapa a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br aditi a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br pupil a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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12105 |
12800 |
Little Foresters; A Story of Field and Woods |
Clarence Hawkes |
Animals & Nature |
Drawing on childhood days spent at his grandparents' New England farm, the author tells of a community of animals who gather around the old trysting tree, led by Nimrod, the old crow, with Cock-Robin, Bob the Rabbit, squirrels Frisk and Frolic, and many others. Stories of bright summer days and the camaraderie of friends are mixed with tales of danger and fear as the little foresters live out their lives in the woods. (Summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-foresters-by-clarence-hawkes/ |
drawing childhood days spent grandparents new england farm author tells community animals gather around old trysting tree led nimrod old crow cock robin bob rabbit squirrels frisk frolic many others stories bright summer days camaraderie friends mixed tales danger fear little foresters live lives woods summary maryann |
| 12136 |
12106 |
12801 |
Woodcraft Boys at Sunset Island |
May Folwell Hoisington |
Action & Adventure |
An adventure story for boys, it was included in the Every Boys' Library, a collection of works deemed the most popular among boys. Set on an island off the coast of Maine, Woodcraft Boys at Sunset Island is an account of several school-age children and their parents as they explore nature and learn survival skills. They go on adventures, encounter thieves, find a pig on a raft, and through it all, learn the value of self-reliance. (JayKitty76) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/woodcraft-boys-at-sunset-island-by-may-folwell-hoisington/ |
adventure story boys included every boys library collection works deemed popular among boys set island coast maine woodcraft boys sunset island account several school age children parents explore nature learn survival skills go adventures encounter thieves find pig raft all learn value self reliance jaykitty76 |
| 12137 |
12109 |
12804 |
Heart Talks on Holiness |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
Samuel Logan Brengle was a commissioner in the Salvation Army. His books are known for the practicality, joyfulness and authenticity. His life was spent working with people on the streets, so his insights into the work of the Holy Spirit are relevant to everyday life. His holiness was that of the street, the kitchen, and everyday life. His stories are of men and women living their daily lives. This is the second book in his "Holiness" series, which focuses on the gifts of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we are encouraged to follow the example of Paul in rejoicing through suffering, and learning to serve God in all circumstances. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/heart-talks-on-holiness-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
samuel logan brengle commissioner salvation army books known practicality joyfulness authenticity life spent working people streets insights work holy spirit relevant everyday life holiness street kitchen everyday life stories men women living daily lives second book holiness series focuses gifts holy spirit particular encouraged follow example paul rejoicing suffering learning serve god circumstances summary beth thomas |
| 12138 |
12110 |
12805 |
Three Musketeers, Version 2 |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
D’Artagnan, son of a poor Gascon aristocrat, travels to Paris to seek his fortune. His family connections enable him to obtain a position in a Guard regiment. His provincial ingenuousness and his hot-headed sense of honor earn him three duels in as many hours. Thankfully, his preparation with the sword is sufficient to recommend himself to his Musketeer antagonists, and they – Athos, Porthos, and Aramis – become his fast friends.\n<br><br>\nBut fate also crosses D’Artagnan’s path with some dangerous people who become his opponents: a mysterious “man from Meung” and a woman who styles herself Milady, who has formidable seduction skills and a heart that is mean and violent. Fate also inserts D’Artagnan and his Musketeer friends squarely in the middle of a love triangle of heroic proportions – between Anne of Austria (the Queen of France), George Villiers (the Duke of Buckingham, France’s enemy), and the great spymaster, his Eminence the Cardinal Richelieu. Both of these gentlemen can command the armed forces of their respective countries to battle simply for the pleasure of beating the other. And the Musketeers must serve and risk life and limb at the siege of La Rochelle, a place where the Duke and the Cardinal have chosen to match wills.\n<br><br>\nIn this age it was common for young cavaliers to live off the gifts of rich mistresses, and the four friends are certainly, it seems, bereft otherwise, although all are respectably employed as guardsmen to the King himself. Their love connections weave a further web about them which often seems to sidetrack their duty to King and country.\n<br><br>\nIt takes all the efforts of the four to fend off the lethal consequences of mixing in the affairs of their betters and the slings and arrows (not to mention the musket and cannon balls!) of their outrageous fortunes. (Mark F. Smith) |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-musketeers-version-2-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
d artagnan son poor gascon aristocrat travels paris seek fortune family connections enable obtain position guard regiment provincial ingenuousness hot headed sense honor earn three duels many hours thankfully preparation sword sufficient recommend musketeer antagonists athos porthos aramis become fast friends br br fate also crosses d artagnan s path dangerous people become opponents mysterious man meung woman styles milady formidable seduction skills heart mean violent fate also inserts d artagnan musketeer friends squarely middle love triangle heroic proportions anne austria the queen france george villiers the duke buckingham france s enemy great spymaster eminence cardinal richelieu gentlemen command armed forces respective countries battle simply pleasure beating other musketeers must serve risk life limb siege la rochelle place duke cardinal chosen match wills br br age common young cavaliers live gifts rich mistresses four friends certainly seems bereft otherwise although respectably employed guardsmen king himself love connections weave web often seems sidetrack duty king country br br takes efforts four fend lethal consequences mixing affairs betters slings arrows not mention musket cannon balls outrageous fortunes mark f smith |
| 12139 |
12111 |
12806 |
Wisdom of the Ancients, A Series of Mythological Fables |
Francis Bacon |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Published before 1800 |
"Now I suppose most people will think I am but entertaining myself with a toy, and using much the same kind of licence in expounding the poets’ fables which the poets themselves did in inventing them; and it is true that if I had a mind to vary and relieve my severer studies with some such exercise of pleasure for my own or my reader’s recreation, I might very fairly indulge in it. But that is not my meaning. Not but that I know very well what pliant stuff fable is made of, how freely it will follow any way you please to draw it, and how easily with a little dexterity and discourse of wit meanings which it was never meant to bear may be plausibly put upon it. Neither have I forgotten that there has been old abuse of the thing in practice; that many, wishing only to gain the sanction and reverence of antiquity for doctrines and inventions of their own, have tried to twist the fables of the poets into that sense; and that this is neither a modern vanity nor a rare one, but old of standing and frequent in use; that Chrysippus long ago, interpreting the oldest poets after the manner of an interpreter of dreams, made them out to be Stoics; and that the Alchemists more absurdly still have discovered in the pleasant and sportive fictions of the transformation of bodies, allusion to experiments of the furnace." - Summary from Bacon's Preface |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-wisdom-of-the-ancients-by-francis-bacon/ |
now suppose people think entertaining toy using much kind licence expounding poets fables poets inventing them true mind vary relieve severer studies exercise pleasure reader s recreation might fairly indulge it meaning know well pliant stuff fable made of freely follow way please draw it easily little dexterity discourse wit meanings never meant bear may plausibly put upon it neither forgotten old abuse thing practice many wishing gain sanction reverence antiquity doctrines inventions own tried twist fables poets sense neither modern vanity rare one old standing frequent use chrysippus long ago interpreting oldest poets manner interpreter dreams made stoics alchemists absurdly still discovered pleasant sportive fictions transformation bodies allusion experiments furnace summary bacon s preface |
| 12140 |
12112 |
12807 |
Elsie at Nantucket |
Martha Finley |
Family, Religion, Christian Fiction |
Elsie and her family travel to Nantucket Island to spend the summer. The Raymond children and others learn important lessons. After a delightful summer, they journey on to Lansdale, Ohio to visit Aunt Wealthy. - Summary by Amy |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/elsie-at-nantucket-by-martha-finley/ |
elsie family travel nantucket island spend summer raymond children others learn important lessons delightful summer journey lansdale ohio visit aunt wealthy summary amy |
| 12141 |
12113 |
12808 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 8: Part 2: Vaninka |
Alexandre Dumas |
Biography & Autobiography, True Crime |
The story of Vaninka, generally regarded as the most fictionalized of Dumas’ Celebrated Crimes series, occurs during the short and eccentric rule of Emperor Paul I of Russia. Vaninka is a general’s daughter whose love for one of her father’s officers leads to tragic death, savage crimes and perversions of justice. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-8-part-2-vaninka-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
story vaninka generally regarded fictionalized dumas celebrated crimes series occurs short eccentric rule emperor paul russia vaninka general s daughter whose love one father s officers leads tragic death savage crimes perversions justice summary jvanstan |
| 12142 |
12114 |
12809 |
Short Poetry Collection 196 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 54 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for September 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-196-by-various/ |
collection 54 poems read english librivox volunteers september 2019 |
| 12143 |
12115 |
12810 |
Germinal (English) |
Émile Zola |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This epic about French coal miners and the burgeoning labor movement is considered one of Zola's finest novels. - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/germinal-by-emile-zola-2/ |
epic french coal miners burgeoning labor movement considered one zola s finest novels summary matt pierard |
| 12144 |
12116 |
12811 |
Exposition of the Apostles' Creed |
James Dodds |
Christianity - Other |
Rev. James Dodds, D.D. was a noted religious writer, educated in Edinburgh, joining the Free Church, serving in Dunbar for most of his career. In this exposition, he writes primarily to a lay audience to make the fundamental beliefs of the Apostles' Creed more accessible. Although he does not delve into the history of the development of the Creed, he draws from a wide body of reading, especially that of Martin Luther. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/exposition-of-the-apostles-creed-by-james-dodds/ |
rev james dodds d d noted religious writer educated edinburgh joining free church serving dunbar career exposition writes primarily lay audience make fundamental beliefs apostles creed accessible although delve history development creed draws wide body reading especially martin luther summary larry wilson |
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12117 |
12812 |
Last Three Soldiers |
William Henry Shelton |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
What if the Confederacy had won the American Civil War? It’s July 1864 and three oh-so-young Union troopers are assigned to a mountaintop in Tennessee to be a link in a chain of flag signalers across a ridge of mountains. They encounter a dizzying gorge with a rickety bridge, bears, aching heartache, freezing cold, avalanche, bats, skeletons, deserted cabins, puzzling mysteries, starvation, and more. (David Wales) |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-three-soldiers-by-william-henry-shelton/ |
confederacy american civil war it s july 1864 three oh so young union troopers assigned mountaintop tennessee link chain flag signalers across ridge mountains encounter dizzying gorge rickety bridge bears aching heartache freezing cold avalanche bats skeletons deserted cabins puzzling mysteries starvation more david wales |
| 12146 |
12119 |
12814 |
Maidens' Song |
Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Bjørnstjerne Martinius Bjørnson was a Norwegian writer who received the 1903 Nobel Prize in Literature "as a tribute to his noble, magnificent and versatile poetry, which has always been distinguished by both the freshness of its inspiration and the rare purity of its spirit", becoming the first Norwegian Nobel laureate. Bjørnson is considered to be one of The Four Greats (De Fire Store) among Norwegian writers, the others being Henrik Ibsen, Jonas Lie, and Alexander Kielland. Bjørnson is also celebrated for his lyrics to the Norwegian National Anthem, - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-maidens-song-by-bjornstjerne-bjornson/ |
bjørnstjerne martinius bjørnson norwegian writer received 1903 nobel prize literature as tribute noble magnificent versatile poetry always distinguished freshness inspiration rare purity spirit becoming first norwegian nobel laureate bjørnson considered one four greats de fire store among norwegian writers others henrik ibsen jonas lie alexander kielland bjørnson also celebrated lyrics norwegian national anthem summary wikipedia |
| 12147 |
12120 |
12815 |
Ballad of the Oysterman |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
from THE POETICAL WORKS OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES:<br/>\nTO MY READERS<br/>\nNAY, blame me not; I might have spared<br/>\nYour patience many a trivial verse,<br/>\nYet these my earlier welcome shared,<br/>\nSo, let the better shield the worse. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-ballad-of-the-oysterman-by-oliver-wendell-holmes-sr/ |
poetical works oliver wendell holmes br readers br nay blame not might spared br patience many trivial verse br yet earlier welcome shared br so let better shield worse |
| 12148 |
12121 |
12816 |
Ketchup |
A. W. Bitting |
Cooking |
The Bittings have written a number of books on canning and home preparation of food. This short volume includes a brief description of the preparation and production of ketchup, primarily from commercial production view, and then a more scientific treatment of this condiment and its ingredients.\n<br><br>\nNote: The last section in the book (sections 20 and 21 in this recording) is titled "Structure of the Tomato". In fact, it is devoted to microbiological examination of pulp and ketchup.\n\n( Larry Wilson) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ketchup-by-a-w-bitting/ |
bittings written number books canning home preparation food short volume includes brief description preparation production ketchup primarily commercial production view scientific treatment condiment ingredients br br note last section book sections 20 21 recording titled structure tomato fact devoted microbiological examination pulp ketchup larry wilson |
| 12149 |
12122 |
12817 |
Out of the Shadow |
Rose Gollup Cohen |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
In this interesting autobiography we get a very candid look into the life of Rose Cohen, a Russian Jewish girl who immigrates from Russia to the Lower East Side of New York city with her family.\nFrom the deplorable conditions in the garment sweatshops, life in the tenements, the setbacks due to poor health and the slow weakening of the family's faith she provides us with a vivid insight into the hopes and frustrations of an immigrant Jewish family adapting to American life. (Celine Major) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/out-of-the-shadow-by-rose-gollup-cohen/ |
interesting autobiography get candid look life rose cohen russian jewish girl immigrates russia lower east side new york city family deplorable conditions garment sweatshops life tenements setbacks due poor health slow weakening family s faith provides us vivid insight hopes frustrations immigrant jewish family adapting american life celine major |
| 12150 |
12123 |
12818 |
Hochzeit des Mönchs |
Conrad Ferdinand Meyer |
General Fiction |
Kein geringerer als Dante Alighieri wird hier zum Erzähler. Am Fürstenhof in Verona gibt er seine Geschichte über den Mönch Astorre zum Besten, der, um seinem sterbenden Vater den letzten Willen zu gewähren, sein Mönchsgelübde bricht und heiratet, obwohl er dazu im Inneren keineswegs bereit ist. Er glaubt, einen richtigen Entschluss gefasst zu haben, als er sich mit Diana, der Witwe seines Bruders, verlobt. Doch das für ihn völlig neue weltliche Leben stellt ihn vor Bewährungsproben... - Summary by Eva K. |
German |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/die-hochzeit-des-moenchs-by-conrad-ferdinand-meyer/ |
kein geringerer als dante alighieri wird hier zum erzähler fürstenhof verona gibt er seine geschichte über den mönch astorre zum besten der um seinem sterbenden vater den letzten willen zu gewähren sein mönchsgelübde bricht und heiratet obwohl er dazu im inneren keineswegs bereit ist er glaubt einen richtigen entschluss gefasst zu haben als er sich mit diana der witwe seines bruders verlobt doch das für ihn völlig neue weltliche leben stellt ihn vor bewährungsproben summary eva k |
| 12151 |
12124 |
12819 |
Strangers And Pilgrims |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
<p>Strangers and Pilgrims follows the journey of Elizabeth Lutterell from a vain, beautiful and self-centred although good-hearted 19 year old to a mature woman. She begins her journey to maturity when she meets the Rev. Malcolm Forde, whose influence opens her eyes to the trivial and selfish ways of the wealthier levels of society. When her genuine love for Malcolm Forde is thwarted and she becomes trapped in a cold, loveless marriage of convenience, she suffers illness, tragedy and regret. Will she find ultimate happiness?</p>\n<p>A hugely prolific and popular author, M. E. Braddon was known as the “queen of the Sensation Novel” because of the taboo social subjects in some of her novels. In her own life she courted scandal by living in a de facto relationship with her publisher and becoming mother to six children and also step-mother to five of his children – his wife reportedly being in an asylum in Ireland, although her family denied this. In this novel, published about a year after the wife’s reported death, the scenes dealing with mental illness, its treatment and the difficulties of those seeking divorce are well observed, perhaps from the personal experiences of the author. (Summary by Anne F)</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/strangers-and-pilgrims-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
p strangers pilgrims follows journey elizabeth lutterell vain beautiful self centred although good hearted 19 year old mature woman begins journey maturity meets rev malcolm forde whose influence opens eyes trivial selfish ways wealthier levels society genuine love malcolm forde thwarted becomes trapped cold loveless marriage convenience suffers illness tragedy regret find ultimate happiness p p a hugely prolific popular author m e braddon known queen sensation novel taboo social subjects novels life courted scandal living de facto relationship publisher becoming mother six children also step mother five children wife reportedly asylum ireland although family denied this novel published year wife s reported death scenes dealing mental illness treatment difficulties seeking divorce well observed perhaps personal experiences author summary anne f p |
| 12152 |
12125 |
12820 |
Lift-Luck on Southern Roads |
Tickner Edwardes |
Travel & Geography |
Here for you is the tale of my latest solitary ramble. The journey covers, as you shall see, some two hundred odd miles, through five southern counties of England, and was conceived on an unusual plan. To keep clear of the main roads, and, with two exceptions, the great towns; seeking out the least frequented lanes and by-paths. I covered the whole two-hundred-mile stretch of the way, with camera and pack at surprisingly little expense, by means of lifts taken in any chance vehicle that might be faring in my direction. \nMy plan consisted in waiting by the roadside, or strolling gently onward until something on wheels, it mattered not what, overtook me. And thus by fits and starts - slow joltings in lumbering farm-waggons, steady crawls in brewers’ drays, quiet hours on the tail-boards of pantechnicons and a momentous evening in a missionary van - I found myself, after many days of travel, at my journey’s end in drowsy Arundel and a great and all but resistless longing to turn about there and then, and do the journey all over again. (From: Lift-Luck on Southern Roads)\n* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * \nThis book is considered to be one of the very first to document the concept of hitchhiking as a method of travelling to your destination by asking to ride in various stranger’s vehicles for different sections of your journey. \nSo then, why not join Mr Edwardes and me on this intriguing and fascinating trip as we go ‘off the beaten track’ and hitchhike our way through a magnificent part of Southern England at the turn of the last century? - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/lift-luck-on-southern-roads-by-tickner-edwardes/ |
tale latest solitary ramble journey covers shall see two hundred odd miles five southern counties england conceived unusual plan keep clear main roads and two exceptions great towns seeking least frequented lanes by paths covered whole two hundred mile stretch way camera pack surprisingly little expense means lifts taken chance vehicle might faring direction plan consisted waiting roadside strolling gently onward something wheels mattered what overtook me thus fits starts slow joltings lumbering farm waggons steady crawls brewers drays quiet hours tail boards pantechnicons momentous evening missionary van found myself many days travel journey s end drowsy arundel great resistless longing turn then journey again from lift luck southern roads book considered one first document concept hitchhiking method travelling destination asking ride various stranger s vehicles different sections journey then join mr edwardes intriguing fascinating trip go off beaten track hitchhike way magnificent part southern england turn last century summary steve c |
| 12153 |
12126 |
12821 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XII, No 1, June 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xii-no-1-june-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12154 |
12127 |
12822 |
Aleriel; or, A Voyage to Other Worlds |
Wladislaw Lach-Szyrma |
Fantastic Fiction |
When an Oxford undergraduate meets by chance, a mysterious stranger, during a walking tour of France, he does not know that the unusual charismatic being he has made the acquaintance of, is in fact a disguised alien being, named Aleriel. \nComing from the planet of peace, Venus, this space traveler claims to be visiting Earth for the first time. \nThus begins an unusual interplanetary friendship, that takes our Oxford graduate on an amazing adventure, first into the war-torn streets of Paris, then across the English Channel, to busy London and finally on to tranquil Oxford. Aleriel then leaves his friend and explores many parts of the earth, to discover the state of mankind and humanity, before departing in his 'ether car' for the Moon, then returning to his home planet to report all his findings to advanced beings there. Aleriel next experiences, with two Venusian companions, an perilous, exciting and illuminating tour, of the solar system, visiting first Mars, the asteroids and planetary moons and finally, mighty and mysterious Saturn and Jupiter. All this extra-terrestrial experience, Aleriel records in a fantastic journal, which arrives mysteriously at our now-married undergraduate's home.\nIt is an incredible story. But is it really the truth or just a very clever hoax? Our young couple travel to meet Aleriel in the mountains of Switzerland, determined to find out.\n\nA contemporary of both Jules Verne, the fantasy Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer-Lytton, and later the futuristic writer HG Wells, This 1883 novel by Polish-English curate, author and historian: Wladislav Lach-Szyrma, is an extraordinary, futuristic and visionary tale, will entertain, enlighten and intrigue every listener. Nigel C. |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/aleriel-or-a-voyage-to-other-worlds-by-wladislaw-lach-szyrma/ |
oxford undergraduate meets chance mysterious stranger walking tour france know unusual charismatic made acquaintance of fact disguised alien being named aleriel coming planet peace venus space traveler claims visiting earth first time thus begins unusual interplanetary friendship takes oxford graduate amazing adventure first war torn streets paris across english channel busy london finally tranquil oxford aleriel leaves friend explores many parts earth discover state mankind humanity departing ether car moon returning home planet report findings advanced beings there aleriel next experiences two venusian companions perilous exciting illuminating tour solar system visiting first mars asteroids planetary moons finally mighty mysterious saturn jupiter extra terrestrial experience aleriel records fantastic journal arrives mysteriously now married undergraduate s home incredible story really truth clever hoax young couple travel meet aleriel mountains switzerland determined find out contemporary jules verne fantasy victorian novelist edward bulwer lytton later futuristic writer hg wells 1883 novel polish english curate author historian wladislav lach szyrma extraordinary futuristic visionary tale entertain enlighten intrigue every listener nigel c |
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12128 |
12823 |
Memoirs of Chateaubriand Volume III |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Memoirs |
The third volume of Teixeira de Mattos' translation of Chateaubriand's Memoirs from Beyond the Tomb covers the spectacular fall, exile, and death of Napoleon, and is replete with the author's trenchant views on the some of the most significant figures of his era, tinged with his signature melancholy. - Summary by Nicole Lee |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-chateaubriand-volume-iii-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
third volume teixeira de mattos translation chateaubriand s memoirs beyond tomb covers spectacular fall exile death napoleon replete author s trenchant views significant figures era tinged signature melancholy summary nicole lee |
| 12156 |
12129 |
12824 |
Barnaby Rudge (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The Protestant Sir John Chester and the Catholic Geoffrey Haredale have been feuding for years. In "Romeo and Juliet" fashion, Chester's son and Haredale's niece wish to marry, but their relatives oppose the union. A tale of love and intrigue set against the historical events of 1780, when an anti-Catholic mob caused more damage to London than had ever been seen before. And the simple young man Barnaby who becomes caught up in events he does not quite understand. (Brad Filippone) |
English |
1841 |
https://librivox.org/barnaby-rudge-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
protestant sir john chester catholic geoffrey haredale feuding years romeo juliet fashion chester s son haredale s niece wish marry relatives oppose union tale love intrigue set historical events 1780 anti catholic mob caused damage london ever seen before simple young man barnaby becomes caught events quite understand brad filippone |
| 12157 |
12130 |
12825 |
Amistades Peligrosas, Volumen I |
Pierre Choderlos de Laclos |
Epistolary Fiction, Published before 1800 |
La marquesa de Merteuil y el vizconde de Valmont, amantes en otro tiempo, aprovechan cualquier ocasión para ridiculizar la sociedad puritana y privilegiada en que viven, utilizando a todos aquellos que los rodean, y dejando atrás una larga lista de conquistas eróticas. La correspondencia entre estos dos personajes, en la que relatan sus hazañas, constituye el cuerpo central del relato, en el cual se inscriben las distintas subtramas. (Resumen de Wikipedia) |
Spanish |
1822 |
https://librivox.org/las-amistades-peligrosas-volumen-i-by-pierre-choderlos-de-laclos/ |
la marquesa de merteuil el vizconde de valmont amantes en otro tiempo aprovechan cualquier ocasión para ridiculizar la sociedad puritana privilegiada en que viven utilizando todos aquellos que los rodean dejando atrás una larga lista de conquistas eróticas la correspondencia entre estos dos personajes en la que relatan sus hazañas constituye el cuerpo central del relato en el cual se inscriben las distintas subtramas resumen de wikipedia |
| 12158 |
12131 |
12826 |
Lanagan Amateur Detective |
Edward H. Hurlbut |
Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This is a 1913 collection of ten short detective stories by a not well known writer. Jack Lanagan is a police reporter for a daily newspaper in San Francisco, who has the confidence of the chief of police and access to all sorts of levels of city life. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lanagan-amateur-detective-by-edward-h-hurlbut/ |
1913 collection ten short detective stories well known writer jack lanagan police reporter daily newspaper san francisco confidence chief police access sorts levels city life summary david wales |
| 12159 |
12132 |
12827 |
Twenty Minutes Late |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Sequel to Miss Dee Dunmore Bryant. Being 20 minutes late after a day out with the Kedwins and Ben and Daisy, her siblings, starts a series of events in motion that lead Caroline Bryant to Philadelphia...and to people and situations she could never have foreseen. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-minutes-late-by-pansy/ |
sequel miss dee dunmore bryant 20 minutes late day kedwins ben daisy siblings starts series events motion lead caroline bryant philadelphia and people situations could never foreseen summary triciag |
| 12160 |
12133 |
12828 |
Buffalo Bill from Prairie to Palace |
John M. Burke |
Biography & Autobiography, Performing Arts |
William Frederick "Buffalo Bill" Cody is one of the legends of the American western frontier. As a teen he rode for the pony expressed and then drove for the Union Army during the U.S. Civil War. He later rejoined the army as a scout and was awarded the medal of honor for his valor during the Indian Wars. His fame became worldwide, however, through his flamboyant Wild West shows which toured not only across the American West but through England and Europe.<br />\nJohn M. Burke served as Cody’s publicist and promoter for the Wild West shows, propelling him into celebrity status. From his preface to this biography:\n"An association of some thirty years with the subject of these pages, a familiarity with his history gained by opportune meetings and conversations with comrades now living, and those since dead—who were witnesses of the events that assisted to make the individual prominent—makes me feel it a public duty to accede to the publisher’s request to compile a short, sharp, and veracious account of the unique history of this picturesque character. The compiler of the accompanying pages has attempted to present to the reader, in a terse, compact compendium of facts, the story of a career that, if given in a detailed biography, would absorb volumes, believing that owing to his prominence at home and abroad the public desire some authentic knowledge of the notable events in his career. In fact, here are presented a few plain truths, unadorned, for the benefit of those too occupied to have heretofore learned the story and triumphs of the frontier lad of nine years, from the wild Western scenes of Kansas and Nebraska, from the prairies of the Platte to the parlors of the East and the palaces of Europe." - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/buffalo-bill-from-prairie-to-palace-by-john-m-burke/ |
william frederick buffalo bill cody one legends american western frontier teen rode pony expressed drove union army u s civil war later rejoined army scout awarded medal honor valor indian wars fame became worldwide however flamboyant wild west shows toured across american west england europe br john m burke served cody s publicist promoter wild west shows propelling celebrity status preface biography an association thirty years subject pages familiarity history gained opportune meetings conversations comrades living since dead who witnesses events assisted make individual prominent makes feel public duty accede publisher s request compile short sharp veracious account unique history picturesque character compiler accompanying pages attempted present reader terse compact compendium facts story career that given detailed biography would absorb volumes believing owing prominence home abroad public desire authentic knowledge notable events career fact presented plain truths unadorned benefit occupied heretofore learned story triumphs frontier lad nine years wild western scenes kansas nebraska prairies platte parlors east palaces europe summary larry wilson |
| 12161 |
12134 |
12829 |
English Restoration and Louis XIV: From the Peace of Westphalia to the Peace of Nimwegen |
Osmund Airy |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
In this trim volume the British historian, Osmund Airy writes of the period between 1648 and 1679 when Cardinal Mazarin, having concluded the masterly Peace of Westphalia for France, confronts the rebellions of the nobility known as the Fronde. By the time of his death in 1661, Mazarin has completed the work of Richelieu and made Louis XIV an absolute monarch, ready to extend his borders by conquest. But in Holland, the young Stadtholder, William III of Orange, resolutely opposes Louis's military ambitions, while in England, the restored Charles II is struggling with Parliament, juggling religious factions, suppressing conspiracies real and imagined, and cheerfully spending Louis's secret subsidies, while giving the French king as little value for his money as possible. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-english-restoration-and-louis-xiv-by-osmund-airy/ |
trim volume british historian osmund airy writes period 1648 1679 cardinal mazarin concluded masterly peace westphalia france confronts rebellions nobility known fronde time death 1661 mazarin completed work richelieu made louis xiv absolute monarch ready extend borders conquest holland young stadtholder william iii orange resolutely opposes louis s military ambitions england restored charles ii struggling parliament juggling religious factions suppressing conspiracies real imagined cheerfully spending louis s secret subsidies giving french king little value money possible pamela nagami |
| 12162 |
12135 |
12830 |
Other Poems, 1871-82 |
Henry Kendall |
Poetry |
This is the short last book in Henry Kendall's collected poems. This book contains miscellaneous poems of the native-born Australian poet, written later in his life, including poems dedicated to other notable Australian writers, such as Adam Lindsay Gordon. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/other-poems-1871-82-by-henry-kendall/ |
short last book henry kendall s collected poems book contains miscellaneous poems native born australian poet written later life including poems dedicated notable australian writers adam lindsay gordon summary carolin |
| 12163 |
12136 |
12831 |
Fairy Spinning Wheel and the Tales it spun |
Catulle Mendès |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a little volume of old-fashioned fairy tales, collected and rewritten by Catulle Mendès and translated from the French and adapted for an American audience by TJ Vivian. This collection contains some of the most well-known fairy tales, such as the Sleeping Beauty, but also contains some tales which the listener may not be familiar with yet. There is much to discover in these pages. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-fairy-spinning-wheel-and-the-tales-it-spun-by-catulle-mendes/ |
little volume old fashioned fairy tales collected rewritten catulle mendès translated french adapted american audience tj vivian collection contains well known fairy tales sleeping beauty also contains tales listener may familiar yet much discover pages summary carolin |
| 12164 |
12137 |
12832 |
Deeds of Daring done by Girls |
Hannah Hudson Moore |
Action & Adventure |
Do not think, dear girls, that because you are girls you may not have as much courage as your brothers. I believe that quite as stout hearts beat beneath muslin frocks as under stuff jackets. When you have finished reading this book about your sisters, perhaps – if you do not already – you will agree with me, and think that it needs only occasion to call out the necessary courage. I have been asked which one of these heroines I think the most daring, but – oh dear – it would never do to have a favourite, would it? So I leave them to you, and that you will enjoy learning of their trials and triumphs is the wish of your friend, the author. - Summary by preface |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/deeds-of-daring-done-by-girls-by-hannah-hudson-moore/ |
think dear girls girls may much courage brothers believe quite stout hearts beat beneath muslin frocks stuff jackets finished reading book sisters perhaps already agree me think needs occasion call necessary courage asked one heroines think daring oh dear would never favourite would it leave you enjoy learning trials triumphs wish friend author summary preface |
| 12165 |
12138 |
12833 |
Story of King Arthur, in Twelve Tales |
Winona Caroline Martin |
Action & Adventure |
Of all the legends of bygone ages which we in the foremost ranks of time may call our own perhaps none have come to us so fraught with the spirit of lofty idealism as those which cluster about the figure of King Arthur of Britain and the mystic Quest of the Holy Grail. <br></br>In their devious wanderings down the centuries they have gradually been purified of all original coarseness while still retaining that wonderful charm and simplicity which belongs to the tales of the childhood of the race. Furthermore, upon the lips of many a bard, both ancient and modern, they have become literature, so that they are now the rightful heritage of the child of to-day and should, in one form or another, find a place in every class room as supplementary reading at least. <br></br>Because, for obvious reasons, in dealing with young children, the versions of the masters have not always proved practicable, the author has ventured to offer this little volume which grew out of a library story-hour trusting that it may be useful to mothers, teachers, children’s librarians and others who are endeavouring to hold before the children of a materialistic age that vision without which the people perish. - Summary by Winona Caroline Martin |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-king-arthur-in-twelve-tales-by-winona-caroline-martin/ |
legends bygone ages foremost ranks time may call perhaps none come us fraught spirit lofty idealism cluster figure king arthur britain mystic quest holy grail br br in devious wanderings centuries gradually purified original coarseness still retaining wonderful charm simplicity belongs tales childhood race furthermore upon lips many bard ancient modern become literature rightful heritage child to day should one form another find place every class room supplementary reading least br br because obvious reasons dealing young children versions masters always proved practicable author ventured offer little volume grew library story hour trusting may useful mothers teachers children s librarians others endeavouring hold children materialistic age vision without people perish summary winona caroline martin |
| 12166 |
12139 |
12834 |
Kurze Aufklärungen über Wesen und Ziel des Pazifismus |
Alfred Hermann Fried |
War & Military, Philosophy |
Alfred Hermann Fried, österreichischer Friedensnobelpreisträger (1911) und Wegbegleiter von Bertha von Suttner (Friedensnobelpreis 1905), wurde durch eine Kriegsbilderausstellung zum Pazifisten und widmete fortan als Herausgeber, Redakteur und Mitbegründer von Zeitschriften ("Die Waffen nieder", "Die Friedenswarte"), sowie als Beobachter der internationalen Politik (zB bei den von ihm kritisierten Friedensverhandlungen von Versailles) sein Leben dem Pazifismus - und später der Esperantobewegung.<br></br>\n\nIn diesem kurzen Büchlein, erschienen 1914 im Verlag der Friedens-Warte, versuchte Fried nicht zu überzeugen, sondern die sachliche Basis der Diskussionen vor dem sich anbahnenden ersten Weltkrieg wiederherzustellen.\nEr antwortet dezidierten, oft geäußerten Vorwürfen und bezieht sich immer wieder in Querverweisen auf andere Kapitel, wodurch dieser Text das grundsätzliche Konzept der internationalen pazifistischen Bewegung der damaligen Zeit erläutert.\n<br></br><i>\nAnmerkung: Im Abschnitt 5 wird in einem Beispiel ein Apache erwähnt. Hier bezog sich Fried vermutlich auf französische Verbrecherbanden, die durch die Verwendung der Apachenpistole (klappbar, mit Schlagring und Messer) zur damaligen Zeit unrühmliche Berühmtheit erlangten.</i>(schrm) |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/kurze-aufklaerungen-ueber-wesen-und-ziel-des-pazifismus-by-alfred-hermann-fried/ |
alfred hermann fried österreichischer friedensnobelpreisträger 1911 und wegbegleiter von bertha von suttner friedensnobelpreis 1905 wurde durch eine kriegsbilderausstellung zum pazifisten und widmete fortan als herausgeber redakteur und mitbegründer von zeitschriften die waffen nieder die friedenswarte sowie als beobachter der internationalen politik zb bei den von ihm kritisierten friedensverhandlungen von versailles sein leben dem pazifismus und später der esperantobewegung br br diesem kurzen büchlein erschienen 1914 im verlag der friedens warte versuchte fried nicht zu überzeugen sondern die sachliche basis der diskussionen vor dem sich anbahnenden ersten weltkrieg wiederherzustellen er antwortet dezidierten oft geäußerten vorwürfen und bezieht sich immer wieder querverweisen auf andere kapitel wodurch dieser text das grundsätzliche konzept der internationalen pazifistischen bewegung der damaligen zeit erläutert br br i anmerkung im abschnitt 5 wird einem beispiel ein apache erwähnt hier bezog sich fried vermutlich auf französische verbrecherbanden die durch die verwendung der apachenpistole klappbar mit schlagring und messer zur damaligen zeit unrühmliche berühmtheit erlangten i schrm |
| 12167 |
12154 |
12850 |
My Lot |
Joseph Horatio Chant |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Joseph Horatio Chant was born at Stoke Underham, Somersetshire, England. His parents moved to Canada in 1840, and settled in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Chant attended schools in the area and upon graduation taught for two years in Cathcart, Burford township. In 1864 he attended Victoria College and entered the ministry, being ordained in 1868. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/my-lot-by-joseph-horatio-chant/ |
joseph horatio chant born stoke underham somersetshire england parents moved canada 1840 settled niagara on the lake chant attended schools area upon graduation taught two years cathcart burford township 1864 attended victoria college entered ministry ordained 1868 summary david lawrence |
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12140 |
12835 |
Wit of Women |
Kate Sanborn |
Humor |
It is refreshing to find an unworked field all ready for harvesting.\n<br>\nWhile the wit of men, as a subject for admiration and discussion, is now threadbare, the wit of women has been almost utterly ignored and unrecognized.\n</br>\nWith the joy and honest pride of a discoverer, I present the results of a summer's gleaning.\n<br>\nAnd I feel a cheerful and Colonel Sellers-y confidence in the success of the book, for every woman will want to own it, as a matter of pride and interest, and many men will buy it just to see what women think they can do in this line. In fact, I expect a call for a second volume!\n<br></br>\nKate Sanborn.\n<br>\nHanover, N.H., August, 1885. |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-wit-of-women-by-kate-sanborn/ |
refreshing find unworked field ready harvesting br wit men subject admiration discussion threadbare wit women almost utterly ignored unrecognized br joy honest pride discoverer present results summer s gleaning br feel cheerful colonel sellers y confidence success book every woman want it matter pride interest many men buy see women think line fact expect call second volume br br kate sanborn br hanover n h august 1885 |
| 12169 |
12141 |
12836 |
Ausgewählte Gedichte |
Adam Oehlenschläger |
Poetry |
Adam Oehlenschläger war ein dänischer Dichter, der zu seiner Zeit äußerst populär war, inzwischen aber eher in Vergessenheit geraten ist. Er war vor Allem für seine Kurzgeschichten und Gedichte bekannt. Eine Auswahl dieser Gedichte findet sich in diesem Band. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/ausgewaehlte-gedichte-by-adam-oehlenschlaeger/ |
adam oehlenschläger war ein dänischer dichter der zu seiner zeit äußerst populär war inzwischen aber eher vergessenheit geraten ist er war vor allem für seine kurzgeschichten und gedichte bekannt eine auswahl dieser gedichte findet sich diesem band summary carolin |
| 12170 |
12142 |
12837 |
Notorious Mrs. Ebbsmith |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays, Satire |
Lucas Cleeve is living in Venice with a widow, Mrs. Ebbsmith. His relatives do not accept this arrangement and come to intervene. Note that this is NOT a farce - the hypocrisy is not played for laughs. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAntonio Poppi, Venetian servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12360">Francesco Carzedda</a><br>\nNella, Venetian servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nFortune, a manservant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMrs. Gertrude Thorpe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nRev. Amos Winterfield: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nDr. Kirke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSir George Brodrick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nAgnes Ebbsmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nLucas Cleeve (Acts 1 and 2): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6014">Tina Nuzzi</a><br>\nLucas Cleeve (Acts 3 and 4): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nThe Duke of St. Olpherts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nHephzibah, Lady's maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Crln Yldz Ksr</a><br>\nSir Sandford Cleeve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Board</a><br>\nSybil Cleeve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-notorious-mrs-ebbsmith-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
lucas cleeve living venice widow mrs ebbsmith relatives accept arrangement come intervene note farce hypocrisy played laughs summary toddhw br br cast list br antonio poppi venetian servant a href https librivox org reader 12360 francesco carzedda a br nella venetian servant a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br fortune manservant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mrs gertrude thorpe a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br rev amos winterfield a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br dr kirke a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sir george brodrick a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br agnes ebbsmith a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lucas cleeve acts 1 2 a href https librivox org reader 6014 tina nuzzi a br lucas cleeve acts 3 4 a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br duke st olpherts a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br hephzibah lady s maid a href https librivox org reader 5244 crln yldz ksr a br sir sandford cleeve a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob board a br sybil cleeve a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12171 |
12143 |
12838 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. X, No 5, December 1901 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-x-no-5-december-1901-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12172 |
12144 |
12839 |
Sunshine |
Vachel Lindsay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
It is hardly necessary, perhaps, to mention Mr. Lindsay's loyalty to the people of his place and hour, or the training in sympathy with their aims and ideals which he has achieved through vagabondish wanderings in the Middle West. And we may permit time to decide how far he expresses their emotion. But it may be opportune to emphasize his plea for poetry as a song art, an art appealing to the ear rather than the eye. THE CONGO AND OTHER POEMS; Introduction by Harriet Monroe (1860 - 1936) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/sunshine-by-vachel-lindsay/ |
hardly necessary perhaps mention mr lindsay s loyalty people place hour training sympathy aims ideals achieved vagabondish wanderings middle west may permit time decide far expresses emotion may opportune emphasize plea poetry song art art appealing ear rather eye congo poems introduction harriet monroe 1860 1936 |
| 12173 |
12145 |
12840 |
Charley's Aunt |
Brandon Thomas |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
The girlfriends are coming to visit the chaps at college, but of course they can't stay unless there is a proper chaperone. So what could be more reasonable that getting a friend from the Drama Club to dress up and pretend to be Charley's Aunt? Simple and sure to work! What could go wrong? Howsabout the real aunt arriving? This play has been revived and adapted numerous times including as films, a Broadway musical, and even an opera. (NOTE: the script contains an almost overwhelming number of stage directions by the author telling each actor what emotion to show, where to move, and even how to create some of the visual effects. Because the directions give a good idea of the on-stage pandemonium one would see at a production of this farce, I have chosen to leave the directions in this audio performance.) - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSTEPHEN SPETTIGUE, Solicitor, Oxford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nCOLONEL SIR FRANCIS CHESNEY, BART., Late Indian Service: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nJACK CHESNEY, Graduate at St. Olde's College, Oxford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12431">Tom Daley</a><br>\nCHARLEY WYKEHAM, Graduate at St. Olde's College, Oxford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11905">Wolfgang Bas</a><br>\nLORD FANCOURT BABBERLEY, Graduate at St. Olde's College, Oxford: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nBRASSETT, A College Scout: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nDONNA-LUCIA D'ALVADOREZ, From Brazil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nAMY SPETTIGUE, Spettigue's Niece: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nKITTY VERDUN, Spettigue's Ward: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nELA DELAHAY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/charleys-aunt-by-brandon-thomas/ |
girlfriends coming visit chaps college course can t stay unless proper chaperone could reasonable getting friend drama club dress pretend charley s aunt simple sure work could go wrong howsabout real aunt arriving play revived adapted numerous times including films broadway musical even opera note script contains almost overwhelming number stage directions author telling actor emotion show move even create visual effects directions give good idea on stage pandemonium one would see production farce chosen leave directions audio performance summary toddhw br br cast list br stephen spettigue solicitor oxford a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br colonel sir francis chesney bart late indian service a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br jack chesney graduate st olde s college oxford a href https librivox org reader 12431 tom daley a br charley wykeham graduate st olde s college oxford a href https librivox org reader 11905 wolfgang bas a br lord fancourt babberley graduate st olde s college oxford a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br brassett college scout a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br donna lucia d alvadorez brazil a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br amy spettigue spettigue s niece a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br kitty verdun spettigue s ward a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br ela delahay a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12174 |
12146 |
12841 |
Judenstaat |
Theodor Herzl |
Philosophy, Political Science |
In seinem Buch, Der Judenstaat. Versuch einer modernen Lösung der Judenfrage versucht Theodor Herzl eine jüdische Antwort auf die damals so genannte Judenfrage aufzuzeigen. Es geht bei dem Judenstaat nicht so sehr um Religion, sondern um die Idee einen eigenen Staat für die Juden zu schaffen und somit auch die Judenfrage zu beantworten. Hierzu will Herzl eine Gesellschaft, die Jewish Company gründen, welche die Organisation der Staatenbildung (Landkauf, Infrastruktur, Zuwanderung usw.) übernimmt. Summary by lorda |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/der-judenstaat-by-theodor-herzl/ |
seinem buch der judenstaat versuch einer modernen lösung der judenfrage versucht theodor herzl eine jüdische antwort auf die damals genannte judenfrage aufzuzeigen es geht bei dem judenstaat nicht sehr um religion sondern um die idee einen eigenen staat für die juden zu schaffen und somit auch die judenfrage zu beantworten hierzu herzl eine gesellschaft die jewish company gründen welche die organisation der staatenbildung landkauf infrastruktur zuwanderung usw übernimmt summary lorda |
| 12175 |
12147 |
12843 |
Flower of the Dusk |
Myrtle Reed |
Literary Fiction |
Published in 1908, this is the story of two small families and the agreeable couple who help them. The heartfelt Norths, though clouded by disabilities, maintain the joy of life while struggling through sadness and loss. Their neighbours, the Austins, live comfortably if without much in the way of shared interest. As Eloise Wynne approaches to “bless” the Norths with her amiable fiancé, Doctor Allan Conrad, the two offspring in each family discover a hidden deception and how each parent, that they had grown up without, had met their fatal ends. - Summary by Daryl Wor |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/flower-of-the-dusk-by-myrtle-reed/ |
published 1908 story two small families agreeable couple help them heartfelt norths though clouded disabilities maintain joy life struggling sadness loss neighbours austins live comfortably without much way shared interest eloise wynne approaches bless norths amiable fiancé doctor allan conrad two offspring family discover hidden deception parent grown without met fatal ends summary daryl wor |
| 12176 |
12148 |
12844 |
1000 Things Worth Knowing |
Nathaniel C. Fowler, Jr. |
*Non-fiction, Reference |
Part almanac, part encyclopedia, part dictionary, Nathaniel C. Fowler, Jr. gives us his idea of important, but sometimes obscure, facts that he thinks should be in our bank of general knowledge. He includes a large section on medical emergency and health. Items are arranged in alphabetical order, so there is no logical presentation, but reference is made easy. Or, it is just interesting browsing, and a glimpse into the world of the early twentieth century. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/1000-things-worth-knowing-by-nathaniel-c-fowler-jr/ |
part almanac part encyclopedia part dictionary nathaniel c fowler jr gives us idea important sometimes obscure facts thinks bank general knowledge includes large section medical emergency health items arranged alphabetical order logical presentation reference made easy or interesting browsing glimpse world early twentieth century summary larry wilson |
| 12177 |
12149 |
12845 |
Love-Tiff |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
"The characters are well delineated, and fathers, lovers, mistresses, and servants all move about amidst a complication of errors from which there is no visible disentangling. The conversation between Valère and Ascanio in man's clothes, the mutual begging pardon of Albert and Polydore, the natural astonishment of Lucile, accused in the presence of her father, and the stratagem of Éraste to get the truth from his servants, are all described in a masterly manner, whilst the tiff between Éraste and Lucile, which gives the title to the piece, as well as their reconciliation, are considered among the best scenes of this play." - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nÉRASTE, in love with Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nALBERT, father to Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nGROS-RENÉ, servant to Éraste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nVALÈRE, son to Polydore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12411">Adam DeFord</a><br>\nPOLYDORE, father to Valère: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMASCARILLE, servant to Valère: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMETAPHRASTUS, a pedant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nLA RAPIÈRE, a bully: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLUCILE, daughter to Albert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nASCANIO, Albert's daughter, in man's clothes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nFROSINE, confidant to Ascanio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMARINETTE, maid to Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-tiff-by-moliere/ |
the characters well delineated fathers lovers mistresses servants move amidst complication errors visible disentangling conversation valère ascanio man s clothes mutual begging pardon albert polydore natural astonishment lucile accused presence father stratagem éraste get truth servants described masterly manner whilst tiff éraste lucile gives title piece well reconciliation considered among best scenes play summary translator br br cast list br éraste love lucile a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br albert father lucile a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br gros rené servant éraste a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br valère son polydore a href https librivox org reader 12411 adam deford a br polydore father valère a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br mascarille servant valère a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br metaphrastus pedant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br la rapière bully a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lucile daughter albert a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br ascanio albert s daughter man s clothes a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br frosine confidant ascanio a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br marinette maid lucile a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12178 |
12150 |
12846 |
That Affair at Elizabeth (version 2) |
Burton Egbert Stevenson |
Detective Fiction |
A bride-to-be vanishes and mystery is born. Before it is solved, its pursuers uncover madness, treachery, and a grave in a cellar. Summary by Jacquerie |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/that-affair-at-elizabeth-by-burton-egbert-stevenson/ |
bride to be vanishes mystery born solved pursuers uncover madness treachery grave cellar summary jacquerie |
| 12179 |
12151 |
12847 |
In the Net of the Stars |
F. S. Flint |
Single author |
English author Frank Stuart Flint was a prominent poet in the Imagist movement, along with Ezra Pound and T E. Hulme. Flint abandoned school at the age of 13 to pursue rigorous self-study, eventually mastering 10 languages, including French and Latin, while working at various jobs. At 17, he took up poetry, inspired by the writing of Keats.\n\nHe published this, the first of his three books of poetry, when he was 24. This early work channels Keats and Shelley in its love lyrics, while later works reflect the influence of innovative French poetry, the Imagist movement and the his friendship with Ezra Pound. At age 35, following the death of his wife, he ceased poetry altogether, but continued writing the authoritative translations of French works for which he is also well-known. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-net-of-the-stars-by-f-s-flint/ |
english author frank stuart flint prominent poet imagist movement along ezra pound e hulme flint abandoned school age 13 pursue rigorous self study eventually mastering 10 languages including french latin working various jobs 17 took poetry inspired writing keats published this first three books poetry 24 early work channels keats shelley love lyrics later works reflect influence innovative french poetry imagist movement friendship ezra pound age 35 following death wife ceased poetry altogether continued writing authoritative translations french works also well known summary nemo |
| 12180 |
12152 |
12848 |
Order Number 11 |
Caroline Abbot Stanley |
Historical Fiction |
General Order No. 11 has been issued by Union General Thomas Ewing in 1863. The goal was to deprive pro-Confederates in western Missouri of power and resources. The consequences are far reaching, still affecting the four counties until this very day. The novel, Order No. 11, A Tale Of The Border, tells about the order through the eyes of people who, with little choice, had to leave behind everything they knew. The book was a regional best seller. But the order is little known today. So here is a link to more information, just in case you want to learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Order_No._11_(1863)<br><br>\n\n - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia.<br><br> Proof-listened by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a>, Forbes, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11782">aniroo</a><br><br> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/order-number-11-by-caroline-abbot-stanley/ |
general order no 11 issued union general thomas ewing 1863 goal deprive pro confederates western missouri power resources consequences far reaching still affecting four counties day novel order no 11 tale border tells order eyes people who little choice leave behind everything knew book regional best seller order little known today link information case want learn more https en wikipedia org wiki general_order_no _11_ 1863 br br summary stav nisser wikipedia br br proof listened a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a forbes a href https librivox org reader 11782 aniroo a br br |
| 12181 |
12153 |
12849 |
Shakedown on the Floor |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Despite the bittersweet outcome of the romance in this work, the poem still manages to conclude in an uplifting fashion. - Summary by SonOfTheExiles |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-shakedown-on-the-floor-by-henry-lawson/ |
despite bittersweet outcome romance work poem still manages conclude uplifting fashion summary sonoftheexiles |
| 12182 |
12814 |
13543 |
Cuervo |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Single author, Narratives |
El cuervo de Edgar Allan Poe es un poema narrativo que fue publicado por primera vez en el año 1845 durante el mes de enero, es uno de los escritos más populares de este autor, del cual se ha hecho mención en múltiples ocasiones en la cultura popular. - Summary by Phileasfogg |
Spanish |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/el-cuervo-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
el cuervo de edgar allan poe es un poema narrativo que fue publicado por primera vez en el año 1845 durante el mes de enero es uno de los escritos más populares de este autor del cual se ha hecho mención en múltiples ocasiones en la cultura popular summary phileasfogg |
| 12183 |
12155 |
12851 |
Young Pretenders |
Edith Henrietta Fowler |
Children's Fiction |
Delightful and touching this wonderful little story should appeal to both the young and young at heart. Having lived happily with their grandmother in a large country home all of their young lives Babs 5, and Teddy 7, suddenly find themselves uprooted to become the temporary charges of an uncle and rather selfish 'society' aunt as they await the return of their parents from INJA. Babs is fearless and her pranks, her embarrassing frankness and many complaints about what she claims are unnecessary rebukes from the adults in her life will make you smile and sometimes break your heart. Enjoy! - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-young-pretenders-by-edith-henrietta-fowler/ |
delightful touching wonderful little story appeal young young heart lived happily grandmother large country home young lives babs 5 teddy 7 suddenly find uprooted become temporary charges uncle rather selfish society aunt await return parents inja babs fearless pranks embarrassing frankness many complaints claims unnecessary rebukes adults life make smile sometimes break heart enjoy summary celine major |
| 12184 |
12156 |
12852 |
Jesus of History |
Terrot R. Glover |
Antiquity, Christianity - Biographies |
A collection of a series of lectures delivered while Glover was in India setting the life of Jesus into its historical context and seeing what lessons might be drawn from it. - Summary by SkyRider |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-jesus-of-history-by-terrot-r-glover/ |
collection series lectures delivered glover india setting life jesus historical context seeing lessons might drawn it summary skyrider |
| 12185 |
12157 |
12853 |
Golden Slipper, and Other Problems for Violet Strange |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
Miss Violet Strange is young, petite and attractive and has a wealthy father. She also has the knack for solving problems. This collection contains nine mysteries or problems for her to solve in an early example of the 'girl detective' by mistress of crime, Anna Katharine Green - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-slipper-and-other-problems-for-violet-strange-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
miss violet strange young petite attractive wealthy father also knack solving problems collection contains nine mysteries problems solve early example girl detective mistress crime anna katharine green summary lynne thompson |
| 12186 |
12158 |
12854 |
Reign of George VI, 1900-1925: A Forecast Written in the Year 1763 |
Samuel Madden |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Imagine a world in which there were no major revolutionary upheavals (the American, French and Russian revolutions did not occur), there was no Victorian Age, the Great War (World War I) went unfought. No Cold War, no United States, no Soviet Union; in short, no world as we have known it. Such is the vision presented in this counterfactual historical work.<br/>Originally written by Samuel Madden in 1763, the work is a prospective look at events in Europe from 1900-1925, the reign of Madden's "George VI." (The actual George VI, father of Elizabeth II, reigned from 1936-1952.) Taking the social, political, and economic trends of the eighteenth century and projecting their impact in the twentieth, this work is written in the style of a history of the first quarter of the twentieth century.<br />As editor Charles William Chadwick Oman notes in his preface to this 1899 reprint, "Of late years has it been common enough for authors to comment on the political and social tendencies of their own day, by drawing fancy pictures of the state of the world many generations hence, when these tendencies have been worked out to their full development" (p. vii). Chadwick was unaware of the identity of the author of the work, ironically leading him in his preface to make some speculations about the author which were similarly flawed. The comparison between this fictional alternative view of history--what could have happened--what didn't--and what actually happened is occasionally amusing, sometimes frightening, and other times eerily familiar. (Summary by DrPGould) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/reign-of-george-vi-a-forecast |
imagine world major revolutionary upheavals the american french russian revolutions occur victorian age great war world war i went unfought cold war united states soviet union short world known it vision presented counterfactual historical work br originally written samuel madden 1763 work prospective look events europe 1900 1925 reign madden s george vi the actual george vi father elizabeth ii reigned 1936 1952 taking social political economic trends eighteenth century projecting impact twentieth work written style history first quarter twentieth century br as editor charles william chadwick oman notes preface 1899 reprint of late years common enough authors comment political social tendencies day drawing fancy pictures state world many generations hence tendencies worked full development p vii chadwick unaware identity author work ironically leading preface make speculations author similarly flawed comparison fictional alternative view history what could happened what didn t and actually happened occasionally amusing sometimes frightening times eerily familiar summary drpgould |
| 12187 |
12159 |
12855 |
Indian Boyhood |
Charles Alexander Eastman |
Children's Non-fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Indian Boyhood is a lively and appealing first-person recounting of the life of a Sioux child in the last days of the tribe's "wild" life in the 19th century, before they succumbed to fences, boundaries, and other constrictions of civilization. Charles Eastman, born in 1858 in Minnesota, spent his childhood first in the forests of the land of lakes and later in the wide-open prairies of the Dakota territory. He describes his comprehensive training in woodcraft, horsemanship, and hunting, and retells many stories from his elders that were so important in conveying his tribe's oral traditions. Eastman does not minimize the ever-present danger that children experienced in such an upbringing, but he also does not lose his sense of the fun and excitement of it all. Listeners will probably wish they could similarly jump on their pony and gallop across the wild and free prairie like the young Ohiyesa. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/indian-boyhood-by-charles-alexander-eastman/ |
indian boyhood lively appealing first person recounting life sioux child last days tribe s wild life 19th century succumbed fences boundaries constrictions civilization charles eastman born 1858 minnesota spent childhood first forests land lakes later wide open prairies dakota territory describes comprehensive training woodcraft horsemanship hunting retells many stories elders important conveying tribe s oral traditions eastman minimize ever present danger children experienced upbringing also lose sense fun excitement all listeners probably wish could similarly jump pony gallop across wild free prairie like young ohiyesa |
| 12188 |
12160 |
12856 |
Far Above Rubies |
George MacDonald |
Short Stories, Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
Proverbs 31:10-11 says, "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil." (KJV) With this in mind, George MacDonald gives us the short story of a young and aspiring Scottish poet named Hector. - Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/far-above-rubies-by-george-macdonald/ |
proverbs 31 10 11 says who find virtuous woman price far rubies heart husband doth safely trust her shall need spoil kjv mind george macdonald gives us short story young aspiring scottish poet named hector summary hannahmary |
| 12189 |
12161 |
12858 |
Bill Nye's Cordwood |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
From Galileo to Grover Cleveland, from wasps to cattle, from dinosaurs to the railroad, Bill Nye's wide ranging wit pokes gentle fun at everything and everybody. This book is another wonderful collection of his thoughts on late 19th century America. - Summary by Tom Penn |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/bill-nyes-cordwood-by-bill-nye/ |
galileo grover cleveland wasps cattle dinosaurs railroad bill nye s wide ranging wit pokes gentle fun everything everybody book another wonderful collection thoughts late 19th century america summary tom penn |
| 12190 |
12162 |
12859 |
Haste and Waste; The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain |
Oliver Optic |
Action & Adventure, Historical |
The sixth and last volume of the Woodville stories contains the record of a mechanical, rather than a moral triumph, though the virtues of patience and perseverance are incidentally illustrated, and the "little captain" of the Woodville is always a good son, a forbearing brother, and a kind friend. Lawry Wilford, the young pilot, is a boy of spirit and energy, who overcomes difficulties by a strong faith in himself, and redeems his family from poverty, in spite of the bad example and the bad conduct of his father and his older brother. Previous book in the series is Hope and Have; Fanny Grant Among the Indians. - Summary by Scarlett Martin from book preface<br /><br />\n<b>Woodville Series:</b><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/rich-and-humble-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Rich and Humble; or, The Mission of Bertha Grant </a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/in-school-and-out-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">In School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/watch-and-wait-the-young-fugitives-by-william-taylor-adams/" target="_blank">Watch and Wait; or, The Young Fugitives</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/work-and-win-noddy-newman-on-a-cruise-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Work and Win; or, Noddy Newman on a Cruise</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/hope-and-have-fanny-grant-among-the-indians-by-oliver-optic/" target="_blank">Hope and Have; or, Fanny Grant Among the Indians</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/" target="_blank">Haste and Waste; or, The Young Pilot of Lake Champlain</a><br /><br /> |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/haste-and-waste-by-oliver-optic/ |
sixth last volume woodville stories contains record mechanical rather moral triumph though virtues patience perseverance incidentally illustrated little captain woodville always good son forbearing brother kind friend lawry wilford young pilot boy spirit energy overcomes difficulties strong faith himself redeems family poverty spite bad example bad conduct father older brother previous book series hope have fanny grant among indians summary scarlett martin book preface br br b woodville series b br a href https librivox org rich and humble by william taylor adams target _blank rich humble or mission bertha grant a br a href https librivox org in school and out by william taylor adams target _blank in school out or conquest richard grant a br a href https librivox org watch and wait the young fugitives by william taylor adams target _blank watch wait or young fugitives a br a href https librivox org work and win noddy newman on a cruise by oliver optic target _blank work win or noddy newman cruise a br a href https librivox org hope and have fanny grant among the indians by oliver optic target _blank hope have or fanny grant among indians a br a href https librivox org target _blank haste waste or young pilot lake champlain a br br |
| 12191 |
12163 |
12860 |
History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 3, November 1909 |
Various |
History |
"The History Teacher’s Magazine is devoted to the interests of teachers of History, Civics, and related subjects in the fields of Geography and Economics. It aims to bring to the teacher of these topics the latest news of his profession. It will describe recent methods of history teaching, and such experiments as may be tried by teachers in different parts of the country. It will keep the teacher in touch with the recent literature of history by giving an impartial judgment upon recent text-books. It will give announcements of meetings of Teachers’ Associations and accounts of their work. Its columns being open to the questions and contributions of every history teacher, it will serve as a clearing-house of ideas and ideals in the profession of history teaching." - From the first issue of History Teacher's Magazine |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-teachers-magazine-vol-i-no-3-november-1909-by-various/ |
the history teacher s magazine devoted interests teachers history civics related subjects fields geography economics aims bring teacher topics latest news profession describe recent methods history teaching experiments may tried teachers different parts country keep teacher touch recent literature history giving impartial judgment upon recent text books give announcements meetings teachers associations accounts work columns open questions contributions every history teacher serve clearing house ideas ideals profession history teaching first issue history teacher s magazine |
| 12192 |
12164 |
12861 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XI, No 1, January 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xi-no-1-january-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12193 |
12165 |
12862 |
Dream |
Joanna Baillie |
Tragedy |
The Dream is Joanna Baillie’s gothic, proto-Lynchian meditation on fear, guilt, and the prophetic power of dreams. In the cloistered confines of a Swiss monastery, a small group of monks share the same prophetic dream: a forlorn specter reaches out to them with a mysterious—and potentially life-threatening—ultimatum. The dream comes every night, and yet its true import remains hazy and unknown. But when these dreams lead them to a buried corpse, the monastery soon tumbles down a blood-spattered path of vengeance, betrayal, and unbridled terror. \n - Summary by ChuckW <br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087?">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Jerome: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12335">Gauguin</a><br>Benedict: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Paul: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Osterloo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Prior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Leonora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Agnes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Morand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Wovelreid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12651">Voxandis</a><br>3rd Peasant (Woman) / 1st Woman / Sexton / The Imperial Ambassador: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Peasant / Lay-Brother / The First Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>4th Peasant (Old Woman) / 2nd Executioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>1st Peasant / 1st Servant / 1st Executioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>2nd Peasant / 2nd Servant / 1st Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>1st Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>1st Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>2nd Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>3rd Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br> |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-by-joanna-baillie/ |
dream joanna baillie s gothic proto lynchian meditation fear guilt prophetic power dreams cloistered confines swiss monastery small group monks share prophetic dream forlorn specter reaches mysterious and potentially life threatening ultimatum dream comes every night yet true import remains hazy unknown dreams lead buried corpse monastery soon tumbles blood spattered path vengeance betrayal unbridled terror summary chuckw br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br jerome a href https librivox org reader 12335 gauguin a br benedict a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br paul a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br osterloo a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br prior a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br leonora a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br agnes a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br morand a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br wovelreid a href https librivox org reader 12651 voxandis a br 3rd peasant woman 1st woman sexton imperial ambassador a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br peasant lay brother first gentleman a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br 4th peasant old woman 2nd executioner a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br 1st peasant 1st servant 1st executioner a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br 2nd peasant 2nd servant 1st monk a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br monk a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br 1st soldier a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br 1st officer a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br 2nd soldier a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br 3rd soldier a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br |
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12166 |
12863 |
Doors of the Night |
Frank L. Packard |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
New York City, 1922—Murder—half-million dollar robbery—false accusation—secret passage—the underworld—a mystery woman—a masked man—a crooked lawyer—stolen jewels—a forged will. . .\n “Every hour . . . held a surer promise, not only of desperate peril to himself, but a promise that he would find himself launched in a sea of crime, of shuddering things, of murder, of blood, of sordid viciousness, of hate.”\n - Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/doors-of-the-night-by-frank-l-packard/ |
new york city 1922 murder half million dollar robbery false accusation secret passage the underworld a mystery woman a masked man a crooked lawyer stolen jewels a forged will every hour held surer promise desperate peril himself promise would find launched sea crime shuddering things murder blood sordid viciousness hate summary delmar h dolbier |
| 12195 |
12167 |
12864 |
Comfort To A Youth That Has Lost His Love |
Robert Herrick |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
His verse is eminent for sweet and gracious fluency; this is a real note of the 'Elizabethan' poets. His subjects are frequently pastoral, with a classical tinge, more or less slight, infused; his language, though not free from exaggeration, is generally free from intellectual conceits and distortion, and is eminent throughout for a youthful NAIVETE. (From the introduction to FROM THE LYRICAL POEMS OF ROBERT HERRICK by Francis Turner Palgrave; Dec. 1876) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/comfort-to-a-youth-that-has-lost-his-love-by-robert-herrick/ |
verse eminent sweet gracious fluency real note elizabethan poets subjects frequently pastoral classical tinge less slight infused language though free exaggeration generally free intellectual conceits distortion eminent throughout youthful naivete from introduction lyrical poems robert herrick francis turner palgrave dec 1876 |
| 12196 |
12168 |
12865 |
Night The Mountain Fell; The Story Of The Montana-Yellowstone Earthquake |
Edmund Christopherson |
Nature, Technology & Engineering, Modern (20th C) |
A severe earthquake, centered in the vacation area of West Yellowstone, Montana, shook the ground and its inhabitants and visitors on August 17, 1959, at 11.37 pm. A mountainside fell, a lake formed, roads and houses disappeared, people were trapped, people died. The author of this narrative went to the area the day after the quake, took first-hand stories of the catastrophe, researched in the following months, and wrote this account within a year of the shaking. The printed source has many informative photographs. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-the-mountain-fell-the-story-of-the-montana-yellowstone-earthquake-by-edmund-christopherson/ |
severe earthquake centered vacation area west yellowstone montana shook ground inhabitants visitors august 17 1959 11 37 pm mountainside fell lake formed roads houses disappeared people trapped people died author narrative went area day quake took first hand stories catastrophe researched following months wrote account within year shaking printed source many informative photographs summary david wales |
| 12197 |
12176 |
12873 |
Transition |
Emma Francis Brooke |
General Fiction |
Honora Klaper is beautiful, distinguished, smart, and charming. A woman who turns heads. She is on an errand. No, it is not an errand to get a man. No, it is not an errand to make money. It is a revolutionary errand: to get an education! Not just "an education", she wants to be educated in Cambridge University. Set in a time when education of women was uncommon, and written by a lady who was educated in Cambridge herself, this book tells about the rewards and the struggles of a woman to win an education. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/transition-by-emma-francis-brooke/ |
honora klaper beautiful distinguished smart charming woman turns heads errand no errand get man no errand make money revolutionary errand get education an education wants educated cambridge university set time education women uncommon written lady educated cambridge herself book tells rewards struggles woman win education summary stav nisser |
| 12198 |
12169 |
12866 |
Dead Love Has Chains |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Romance |
We see another facet of Mary Elizabeth Braddon's amazing talent in Dead Love Has Chains, written in her seventies. Focusing on character and human psychology rather than detection and crime, this is one of her most interesting novels. <br /><br />Pregnant and unmarried Irene Thelliston is sent home from India to live with her Aunt in Ireland. On her sea voyage she reveals her secret to Lady Mary Harling who swears to keep her confidence. Several years later to the horror of Lady Mary she becomes engaged to her son Conrad who has his own rather questionable past. Desperate to prevent this union, will Lady Mary break her oath?? When Irene's former lover returns threatening to come between her and Conrad, will their love prevail?????? - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/dead-love-has-chains-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
see another facet mary elizabeth braddon s amazing talent dead love chains written seventies focusing character human psychology rather detection crime one interesting novels br br pregnant unmarried irene thelliston sent home india live aunt ireland sea voyage reveals secret lady mary harling swears keep confidence several years later horror lady mary becomes engaged son conrad rather questionable past desperate prevent union lady mary break oath irene s former lover returns threatening come conrad love prevail summary celine major |
| 12199 |
12170 |
12867 |
Orpheus in de dessa |
Augusta de Wit |
Published 1900 onward |
Een romantische ingenieur raakt betoverd door het spel van een Indische fluitspeler, zoals het zakelijke Nederland door het geheimzinnige Indië. ( Marcel Coenders) |
Dutch |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/orpheus-in-de-dessa-by-augusta-de-wit/ |
een romantische ingenieur raakt betoverd door het spel van een indische fluitspeler zoals het zakelijke nederland door het geheimzinnige indië marcel coenders |
| 12200 |
12171 |
12868 |
Army Mental Tests |
Robert Mearns Yerkes |
War & Military |
Prepared in cooperation with the staff of the surgeon general's office as a source of information and printed materials concerning psychological testing used within the United States Army and indications of the possible use of similar methods in education and industry. - Summary by Leon Harvey |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/army-mental-tests-by-clarence-stone-yoakum/ |
prepared cooperation staff surgeon general s office source information printed materials concerning psychological testing used within united states army indications possible use similar methods education industry summary leon harvey |
| 12201 |
12172 |
12869 |
Texan Scouts |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
This is a sequel to Texan Star and continues the adventures of young Ned Fulton as he finds himself a part of the struggle for Texans to defend against the Mexican army and reach independence. In his travels across the state he meets historical figures involved in the struggles on both sides. It has the hallmarks of a good Western novel set in an historical background. The trilogy is finished with The Texan Triumph. (Summary by aniroo) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-texan-scouts-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
sequel texan star continues adventures young ned fulton finds part struggle texans defend mexican army reach independence travels across state meets historical figures involved struggles sides hallmarks good western novel set historical background trilogy finished texan triumph summary aniroo |
| 12202 |
12173 |
12870 |
Heroines of Fiction |
William Dean Howells |
Essays & Short Works |
This two-volume work includes heroines from the works of Eliot, Trollope, Hardy, Harte, Austen, Edgeworth, Scott, Dickens, Hawthorne, E. Bronte, Thackeray, and others. These studies of nineteenth-century literature were by a critical light of the time. (Summary by Jim Locke) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/heroines-of-fiction-by-william-dean-howells/ |
two volume work includes heroines works eliot trollope hardy harte austen edgeworth scott dickens hawthorne e bronte thackeray others studies nineteenth century literature critical light time summary jim locke |
| 12203 |
12174 |
12871 |
Joan Thursday |
Louis Joseph Vance |
Published 1900 onward |
Minor potboiler is a change of pace from the author of the Lone Wolf detective series. Tenement beauty (and wannabe stage-star) Joan Thursby seeks to raise herself up out of the gutter in 1900's New York City, in a precursor to superior soaps like Stella Dallas a decade later. Full of the kind of purple prose common to writers prone to overuse of the thesaurus, and leavened with a bit of humor, the basic story is still entertaining for fans of low-brow lit.\n\n - Summary by Matt Pierard |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/joan-thursday-by-louis-joseph-vance/ |
minor potboiler change pace author lone wolf detective series tenement beauty and wannabe stage star joan thursby seeks raise gutter 1900 s new york city precursor superior soaps like stella dallas decade later full kind purple prose common writers prone overuse thesaurus leavened bit humor basic story still entertaining fans low brow lit summary matt pierard |
| 12204 |
12175 |
12872 |
Pierrot, Dog Of Belgium |
Walter Alden Dyer |
Family Life, Nature & Animal Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
This 1915 novella was published as the First World War raged. "Belgium lies bleeding. Across her level, lush meadows the harsh-shod hosts of war have marched. Beside her peaceful waters the sons of God have spilled each other’s blood. Beneath her noble trees have raged the fires of human hate. Her king and his brave warriors have fought to save that which was their own and, driven back, have left their smiling land to suffer the desolation which has ever been the conqueror’s boast. Her ancient cities smoke. The inspired craftsmanship of an elder day has been destroyed forever. Belgium lies moaning. Across the winter sea we have heard the wailing of men and women among their ruined homes—honest townsfolk, simple Walloon and Flemish peasants, who had borne no malice and had done no wrong. And amid the cries of anguish and despair there have come to me the weeping of a little girl named Lisa and the voice of a faithful dog whining for his master."\n - Summary by Author's Introduction and David Wales |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pierrot-dog-of-belgium-by-walter-alden-dyer/ |
1915 novella published first world war raged belgium lies bleeding across level lush meadows harsh shod hosts war marched beside peaceful waters sons god spilled other s blood beneath noble trees raged fires human hate king brave warriors fought save and driven back left smiling land suffer desolation ever conqueror s boast ancient cities smoke inspired craftsmanship elder day destroyed forever belgium lies moaning across winter sea heard wailing men women among ruined homes honest townsfolk simple walloon flemish peasants borne malice done wrong amid cries anguish despair come weeping little girl named lisa voice faithful dog whining master summary author s introduction david wales |
| 12205 |
12185 |
12882 |
Book of Elves and Fairies for Story-Telling and Reading Aloud |
Frances Jenkins Olcott |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Lots of stories and poems about elves, faeries and other wonderful wee folk. All read for you by LibriVox people who love them so what more could you ask for? If you want a break from the harsh 'real' world, come relax for awhile in fairyland where troubles are solved by magic and perhaps a kiss or two. (phil c) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-elves-and-fairies-for-story-telling-and-reading-aloud-by-frances-jenkins-olcott/ |
lots stories poems elves faeries wonderful wee folk read librivox people love could ask for want break harsh real world come relax awhile fairyland troubles solved magic perhaps kiss two phil c |
| 12206 |
12177 |
12874 |
Voyages of Doctor Dolittle (version 3 Dramatic Reading) |
Hugh Lofting |
Dramatic Readings, Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
Doctor John Dolittle is an animal doctor and famous naturalist whose success hinges on his ability to speak the languages of many different kinds of animals. This book, the second Dr. Dolittle adventure, is narrated by Tommy Stubbins, who meets the Doctor after finding an injured squirrel. Stubbins becomes interested in the Doctor's work and has the opportunity to travel with him and several animal companions to a mysterious floating island called Spidermonkey Island. - Summary by Devorah Allen<br /><br /><b>Cast List:</b><br />Doctor Dolittle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12262">axcel</a><br>Tommy Stubbins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Polynesia the Parrot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Jip the Dog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11395">Rich Brown</a><br>Chee-Chee the Monkey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Dab-Dab the Duck: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>Prince Bumpo Kahbooboo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Long Arrow, Son of Golden Arrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11884">Gillian Hendrie</a><br>Matthew Mugg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Joe the Mussel Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12478">Michael Jarvis</a><br>Colonel Bellowes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>Mr. Stubbins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11884">Gillian Hendrie</a><br>Mrs. Stubbins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>School Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12620">Susan Ferman</a><br>Luke the Hermit: <a href="DrPGould">https://librivox.org/reader/11651</a><br>Policeman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Bob the Bulldog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Mr. Percy Jenkyns: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>The Honorable Eustace Beauchamp Conckley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Prosecution Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12478">Michael Jarvis</a><br>Audience Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a><br>Mrs. Luke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12620">Susan Ferman</a><br>Juryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Cheapside the Sparrow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Miranda the Purple Bird of Paradise: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Ben Butcher the Able Seaman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Don Enrique: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>Spanish boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Pepito de Malaga the Bullfighter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Crowd Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a><br>The Silver Fidgit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Porpoise 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10176">Zoe Trang</a><br>Porpoise 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10175">Evie Maria</a><br>Popsipetel 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12620">Susan Ferman</a><br>Popsipetel 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Bag-jagderag Chief: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Popsipetel Elder: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4570">Bill Mosley</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyages-of-doctor-dolittle-dramatic-reading-by-hugh-lofting/ |
doctor john dolittle animal doctor famous naturalist whose success hinges ability speak languages many different kinds animals book second dr dolittle adventure narrated tommy stubbins meets doctor finding injured squirrel stubbins becomes interested doctor s work opportunity travel several animal companions mysterious floating island called spidermonkey island summary devorah allen br br b cast list b br doctor dolittle a href https librivox org reader 12262 axcel a br tommy stubbins a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br polynesia parrot a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br jip dog a href https librivox org reader 11395 rich brown a br chee chee monkey a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br dab dab duck a href https librivox org reader 12787 likemanywaters a br prince bumpo kahbooboo a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br long arrow son golden arrow a href https librivox org reader 11884 gillian hendrie a br matthew mugg a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br joe mussel man a href https librivox org reader 12478 michael jarvis a br colonel bellowes a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br mr stubbins a href https librivox org reader 11884 gillian hendrie a br mrs stubbins a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br school boy a href https librivox org reader 12620 susan ferman a br luke hermit a href drpgould https librivox org reader 11651 a br policeman a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br bob bulldog a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mr percy jenkyns a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br the honorable eustace beauchamp conckley a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br prosecution lawyer a href https librivox org reader 12478 michael jarvis a br audience woman a href https librivox org reader 12028 pseudonymous nerd a br mrs luke a href https librivox org reader 12620 susan ferman a br juryman a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br cheapside sparrow a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br miranda purple bird paradise a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br ben butcher able seaman a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br don enrique a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br spanish boy a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br pepito de malaga bullfighter a href https librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br crowd woman a href https librivox org reader 12028 pseudonymous nerd a br the silver fidgit a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br porpoise 1 a href https librivox org reader 10176 zoe trang a br porpoise 2 a href https librivox org reader 10175 evie maria a br popsipetel 1 a href https librivox org reader 12620 susan ferman a br popsipetel 2 a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br bag jagderag chief a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br popsipetel elder a href https librivox org reader 4570 bill mosley a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br |
| 12207 |
12178 |
12875 |
I Keep Six Honest Serving-men |
Rudyard Kipling |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem about a child's inquisitiveness, follows the short story The Elephant's Child in Rudyard KIpling's Just So Stories. (1902) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/i-keep-six-honest-serving-men-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
poem child s inquisitiveness follows short story elephant s child rudyard kipling s stories 1902 summary david lawrence |
| 12208 |
12179 |
12876 |
Crocuses |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper was an African-American abolitionist, suffragist, poet and author. She was also active in other types of social reform and was a member of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union, which advocated the federal government taking a role in progressive reform. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-crocuses-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
frances ellen watkins harper african american abolitionist suffragist poet author also active types social reform member woman s christian temperance union advocated federal government taking role progressive reform summary wikipedia |
| 12209 |
12180 |
12877 |
Brevísima relación de la destrucción de las Indias |
Bartolomé de las Casas |
Memoirs, Early Modern |
Bartolomé de las Casas fue un fraile dominico español que fue coetáneo cuya vida transcurrió paralela a la llegada de Cristóbal Colón a lo que se denominó "Nuevo Mundo", llegando a desempeñar algunos de los primeros puestos administrativos y eclesiásticos en las recién creadas colonias de América. Ha pasado a la Historia por sus crónicas de la colonización así como por su defensa de los pueblos indígenas. Gracias a sus esfuerzos continuados , y al de otros importantes autores como Francisco de Vitoria, en 1542 se publicaron las Leyes Nuevas, en las que se prohibía la esclavitud de los indios en territorio español, y ése mismo año, se publica por primera vez esta obra para libre circulación y general conocimiento.\n\nLa obra "Brevísima relación de la destrucción de las Indias" fue escrita por De las Casas con un claro propósito de denuncia, al exponer y dar a conocer las injusticias y malos tratos con que los primeros conquistadores trataron a los indígenas americanos. Su objetivo era apelar al principe Felipe (encargado en aquella época de los asuntos de Indias y futuro Emperador) para que favoreciese la promulgación de leyes que los defendiesen y protegiesen. En sus páginas no sólo se encuentran relatos de las atrocidades que se cometieron en los primeros años de la colonización de las américas, sino que también se pueden encontrar reflexiones acerca de las costumbres de los distintos pueblos americanos, sobre la bondad y la maldad del ser humano, así como el papel de las leyes y el buen gobierno. - Summary by Epachuko. |
Spanish |
1821 |
https://librivox.org/brevisima-relacion-de-la-destruccion-de-las-indias-by-bartolome-de-las-casas/ |
bartolomé de las casas fue un fraile dominico español que fue coetáneo cuya vida transcurrió paralela la llegada de cristóbal colón lo que se denominó nuevo mundo llegando desempeñar algunos de los primeros puestos administrativos eclesiásticos en las recién creadas colonias de américa ha pasado la historia por sus crónicas de la colonización así como por su defensa de los pueblos indígenas gracias sus esfuerzos continuados al de otros importantes autores como francisco de vitoria en 1542 se publicaron las leyes nuevas en las que se prohibía la esclavitud de los indios en territorio español ése mismo año se publica por primera vez esta obra para libre circulación general conocimiento la obra brevísima relación de la destrucción de las indias fue escrita por de las casas con un claro propósito de denuncia al exponer dar conocer las injusticias malos tratos con que los primeros conquistadores trataron los indígenas americanos su objetivo era apelar al principe felipe encargado en aquella época de los asuntos de indias futuro emperador para que favoreciese la promulgación de leyes que los defendiesen protegiesen en sus páginas sólo se encuentran relatos de las atrocidades que se cometieron en los primeros años de la colonización de las américas sino que también se pueden encontrar reflexiones acerca de las costumbres de los distintos pueblos americanos sobre la bondad la maldad del ser humano así como el papel de las leyes el buen gobierno summary epachuko |
| 12210 |
12181 |
12878 |
Memoirs of Madame Vigée Lebrun |
Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun |
Memoirs |
This memoirs chronicles Madame Vigée Lebrun's childhood and the early discovery of her talent, the fortuitous break that introduced her to the world of "portraiture of the stars," her expeditious flight from France at the height of the French Revolution, her continued success as a portraitist for the various royal houses of Europe, and her ultimate return to France. In this memoirs, Lebrun illustrates how she overcame the prejudices of the art world that prescribed how women painters could practice their art form, as well as the subject matter they could paint. (James K. White)\n |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-madame-vigee-lebrun-by-elisabeth-louise-vigee-le-brun/ |
memoirs chronicles madame vigée lebrun s childhood early discovery talent fortuitous break introduced world portraiture stars expeditious flight france height french revolution continued success portraitist various royal houses europe ultimate return france memoirs lebrun illustrates overcame prejudices art world prescribed women painters could practice art form well subject matter could paint james k white |
| 12211 |
12182 |
12879 |
Cortiço |
Aluísio Azevedo |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Nesse Romance Naturalista, Aluísio Azevedo, autor de origem maranhense, expõe as nuances comportamentais da classe menos privilegiada da sociedade carioca no final do século XIX. A miséria, a falta de escrúpulos e a exploração humana são alguns dos pontos trabalhados pelo escritor nessa obra até hoje influente, lida por estudantes e cobrada em exames para ingresso nas principais Universidades brasileiras. (Summary by Adriana Sacciotto) |
Portuguese |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/o-cortico-by-aluisio-azevedo/ |
nesse romance naturalista aluísio azevedo autor de origem maranhense expõe nuances comportamentais da classe menos privilegiada da sociedade carioca final século xix miséria falta de escrúpulos e exploração humana são alguns dos pontos trabalhados pelo escritor nessa obra até hoje influente lida por estudantes e cobrada em exames para ingresso nas principais universidades brasileiras summary adriana sacciotto |
| 12212 |
12183 |
12880 |
Short Poetry Collection 193 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 45 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for June 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-193-by-various/ |
collection 45 poems read english librivox volunteers june 2019 |
| 12213 |
12184 |
12881 |
Mabinogion, Volume 2 |
Anonymous |
Sagas, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is the second of three volumes of The Mabinogion, a collection of some of the earliest tales from the British Isles. Lady Charlotte Guest translated the stories in Volume 2 from a 14th-century Welsh manuscript, The Red Book of Hergest. These stories include the earliest written reference to the legendary King Arthur. - Summary by JoLynne Walz Martinez |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-mabinogion-volume-2-by-anonymous/ |
second three volumes mabinogion collection earliest tales british isles lady charlotte guest translated stories volume 2 14th century welsh manuscript red book hergest stories include earliest written reference legendary king arthur summary jolynne walz martinez |
| 12214 |
12187 |
12884 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 05) - The Odyssey (Book 05) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία E - Ὀδυσσέως σχεδία.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 5. Ulysses in the Island of Calypso.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 5 : Le radeau d’Ulysse<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-5-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία e ὀδυσσέως σχεδία br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 5 ulysses island calypso br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 5 le radeau d ulysse br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
| 12215 |
12188 |
12885 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 026 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 026: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-026-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 026 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 12216 |
12189 |
12886 |
Inside the Lines |
Earl Derr Biggers |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
As World War I commences, a plucky young American woman in Europe on a business trip begins to realize that she may have remained too long. She and others anxious to leave for home are caught up in events swirling about them. A mysterious British officer becomes involved. This romance-tinged spy thriller begins on a train in Calais bound for Paris and ends in Gibraltar. <br><br>\nBased on a 1915 play of the same name, the novel was adapted for the screen in a 1918 silent version and again as a “talky” in 1930. This was the third novel written by Biggers, who went on to write six Charlie Chan novels in the 1920’s and 1930’s. -- Lee Smalley |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/inside-the-lines-by-earl-derr-biggers/ |
world war commences plucky young american woman europe business trip begins realize may remained long others anxious leave home caught events swirling them mysterious british officer becomes involved romance tinged spy thriller begins train calais bound paris ends gibraltar br br based 1915 play name novel adapted screen 1918 silent version talky 1930 third novel written biggers went write six charlie chan novels 1920 s 1930 s lee smalley |
| 12217 |
12190 |
12887 |
Metamorphosis (version 5) |
Franz Kafka |
Literary Fiction |
Inexplicably, young Gregor Samsa wakes up one morning having turned into a large bug. The story follows how him and his family deal with the absurdity of such a situation, leading the reader on a bizarre, dreamlike exploration of family, alienation, and the identity. - Summary by David Derida |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-metamorphosis-version-5-by-franz-kafka/ |
inexplicably young gregor samsa wakes one morning turned large bug story follows family deal absurdity situation leading reader bizarre dreamlike exploration family alienation identity summary david derida |
| 12218 |
12191 |
12888 |
Fall of Troy |
Quintus Smyrnaeus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
The Fall of Troy also called "Posthomeric" is an account of the Trojan war from the Arrival of Penthesleia to the sack of Troy.(summary by Titurel)<p>\n\nPLing by Linny and DrPGould |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-fall-of-troy-by-quintus-smyrnaeus/ |
fall troy also called posthomeric account trojan war arrival penthesleia sack troy summary titurel p pling linny drpgould |
| 12219 |
12192 |
12889 |
Two Old Faiths: Essays on the Religions of the Hindus and the Mohammedans |
John Murray Mitchell |
Religion |
This book contains two essays, one by each of the listed authors. They describe the two religions of Hinduism and Islam, their history, and their contrast with Christianity. This book was part of the curriculum for the C.L.S.C. (the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle) in the early 1900s. (Summary by Scientila) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/two-old-faiths-by-john-murray-mitchell-and-william-muir/ |
book contains two essays one listed authors describe two religions hinduism islam history contrast christianity book part curriculum c l s c the chautauqua literary scientific circle early 1900s summary scientila |
| 12220 |
12193 |
12890 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 13, Jan. 27, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction, Short Stories |
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, craft projects and more. This 13th issue of the serial, published on January 27, 1880, features an eclectic collection of stories sure to delight present-day children as it did the children of centuries past. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-13-jan-27-1880-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction poetry craft projects more 13th issue serial published january 27 1880 features eclectic collection stories sure delight present day children children centuries past serial published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 12221 |
12194 |
12891 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1845 - 1848) |
James K. Polk |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from James Polk. (Wikipedia and Linette Geisel) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1845-1848-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses james polk wikipedia linette geisel |
| 12222 |
12860 |
13593 |
Santa Claus, Kriss Kringle or St. NIcholas |
Anonymous |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Santa Claus, Kriss Kringle or St. NIcholas by Anomymous.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 16, 2018. <br> ------<br>\n\nThis poem was published in booklet form with illustrations in 1897. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/santa-claus-kriss-kringle-or-st-nicholas-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings santa claus kriss kringle st nicholas anomymous br fortnightly poetry project december 16 2018 br br poem published booklet form illustrations 1897 summary david lawrence |
| 12223 |
12195 |
12892 |
Princess and Curdie (Version 2) |
George MacDonald |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A year has passed since Curdie's adventures with young Princess Irene and the hostile goblins deep in the mountain. As Curdie grows up, his faith in the elusive royal Great-Great-Grandmother is fading. When a thoughtless act plunges him into that mysterious presence once again, what will come of it? And what has happened to the good king and his little daughter by this time? - Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-and-curdie-version-2-by-george-macdonald/ |
year passed since curdie s adventures young princess irene hostile goblins deep mountain curdie grows up faith elusive royal great great grandmother fading thoughtless act plunges mysterious presence again come it happened good king little daughter time summary hannahmary |
| 12224 |
12196 |
12894 |
Fortunatus' Song |
Alfred Austin |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Not all of the English poets laureate have been the greatest masters of verse. Alfred Austin, who assumed this post after Alfred Lord Tennyson, was one of the less distinguished - if more prolific - late Victorian poets. In modern times, his verse has become celebrated not for its smooth earnestness, but rather for the occasional howlers it contains. A notable example is this song from his pastoral epic Fortunatus the Pessimist, the final couplet of which is a popular favourite in anthologies of bad verse. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/fortunatus-song-by-alfred-austin/ |
english poets laureate greatest masters verse alfred austin assumed post alfred lord tennyson one less distinguished prolific late victorian poets modern times verse become celebrated smooth earnestness rather occasional howlers contains notable example song pastoral epic fortunatus pessimist final couplet popular favourite anthologies bad verse summary algy pug |
| 12225 |
12197 |
12895 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 7 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
This recording, of the fragments which are extant of Book 7, of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 10:18 - 12:2. (Summary by the reader) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-7-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
recording fragments extant book 7 commentary st john s gospel covers john 10 18 12 2 summary reader |
| 12226 |
12198 |
12896 |
City That Was |
Stephen Smith |
Health & Fitness, Modern (19th C) |
This 1911 history of the public health revolution that transformed New York City in the nineteenth century is also about every city and town of the world and the sanitary challenges that each encountered. Stephen Smith (1823-1922) was an American surgeon and a pioneer in public health. “The story of a great life-saving social revolution, the mightiest in the nineteenth century and one of the most momentous in the history of civilization, is told here for the first time. It is told from the standpoint of the transformation of the City of New York, by a chief actor in the event.” Chapter four, New York The Unclean, is the heart of this work. ( Publisher's Note and David Wales) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-city-that-was-by-stephen-smith/ |
1911 history public health revolution transformed new york city nineteenth century also every city town world sanitary challenges encountered stephen smith 1823 1922 american surgeon pioneer public health the story great life saving social revolution mightiest nineteenth century one momentous history civilization told first time told standpoint transformation city new york chief actor event chapter four new york unclean heart work publisher s note david wales |
| 12227 |
12199 |
12897 |
Path of Dreams |
Leigh Gordon Giltner |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by American poet Leigh Gordon Giltner. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-path-of-dreams-by-leigh-gordon-giltner/ |
volume poetry american poet leigh gordon giltner summary carolin |
| 12228 |
12200 |
12898 |
Poems |
Mary Baker Eddy |
Poetry |
In May, 1910, Mrs. Eddy requested her publisher to prepare a few bound volumes of her poems, for private distribution. When this became known to her friends, they urged her to allow a popular edition to be issued, to which she assented. With grateful acknowledgment, therefore, of this permission, this little volume is presented to the public, in the hope that these gems of purest thought from this spiritually-minded author will prove a joy to the heavy laden and a balm to the weary heart. - Summary by the Preface |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-mary-baker-eddy/ |
may 1910 mrs eddy requested publisher prepare bound volumes poems private distribution became known friends urged allow popular edition issued assented grateful acknowledgment therefore permission little volume presented public hope gems purest thought spiritually minded author prove joy heavy laden balm weary heart summary preface |
| 12229 |
12201 |
12899 |
Lover's Litanies |
Eric Mackay |
Poetry |
This is a volume of ten special love poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/a-lovers-litanies-by-eric-mackay/ |
volume ten special love poems summary carolin |
| 12230 |
12202 |
12900 |
Captain Sword and Captain Pen: A Poem |
Leigh Hunt |
Poetry |
This Poem is the result of a sense of duty, which has taken the Author from quieter studies during a great public crisis. He obeyed the impulse with joy, because it took the shape of verse; but with more pain, on some accounts, than he chooses to express. However, he has done what he conceived himself bound to do; and if every zealous lover of his species were to express his feelings in like manner, to the best of his ability, individual opinions, little in themselves, would soon amount to an overwhelming authority, and hasten the day of reason and beneficence. - Summary by Advertisement |
English |
1835 |
https://librivox.org/captain-sword-and-captain-pen-a-poem-by-leigh-hunt/ |
poem result sense duty taken author quieter studies great public crisis obeyed impulse joy took shape verse pain accounts chooses express however done conceived bound do every zealous lover species express feelings like manner best ability individual opinions little themselves would soon amount overwhelming authority hasten day reason beneficence summary advertisement |
| 12231 |
12203 |
12901 |
Sea Poems |
Cale Young Rice |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Cale Young Rice. In this collection, the sea is a recurring theme. The Kentucky poet uses it to express emotions and to paint an atmosphere. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/sea-poems-by-cale-young-rice/ |
collection poems cale young rice collection sea recurring theme kentucky poet uses express emotions paint atmosphere summary carolin |
| 12232 |
12204 |
12902 |
Undertones |
Madison Cawein |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Madison Cawein. This volume includes some of the magnificent nature descriptions that Cawein is famous for, and can evoke many different emotions with the reader and listener. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/undertones-by-madison-cawein/ |
collection poems madison cawein volume includes magnificent nature descriptions cawein famous for evoke many different emotions reader listener summary carolin |
| 12233 |
12205 |
12903 |
Coffee Break Collection 16 - Crime |
Various |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Anthologies |
This is the sixteenth collection of our "coffee break" series, involving public domain works that are between about 3 and 15 minutes in length. These are great for study breaks, commutes, workouts, or any time you'd like to hear a whole story and only have a few minutes to devote to listening. The theme for this collection is "Crime", where crime or criminals are significant. Librivox readers have chosen a combination of social commentaries, newspaper reports of true crimes and criminals, letters, fictional accounts of the life of the criminal and short 'whodunnit' mysteries. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-16-crime-by-various/ |
sixteenth collection coffee break series involving public domain works 3 15 minutes length great study breaks commutes workouts time like hear whole story minutes devote listening theme collection crime crime criminals significant librivox readers chosen combination social commentaries newspaper reports true crimes criminals letters fictional accounts life criminal short whodunnit mysteries summary lynne thompson |
| 12234 |
12206 |
12904 |
Legend of Montrose |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
A Legend of Montrose is one of Sir Walter Scott's <i>Tales of my Landlord</i>. It is set in the tumultuous 17th century during the Earl of Montrose's military campaign in Scotland. Allan M'Aulay and his friend Lord Menteith both serve in Montrose's army, together with the loose cannon Dugald Dalgetty. The friends are also both in love with Annot Lyle, a beautiful young lady of mysterious heritage. Will they all make it through the war, and which of the friends will Annot finally choose? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1830 |
https://librivox.org/a-legend-of-montrose-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
legend montrose one sir walter scott s i tales landlord i set tumultuous 17th century earl montrose s military campaign scotland allan m aulay friend lord menteith serve montrose s army together loose cannon dugald dalgetty friends also love annot lyle beautiful young lady mysterious heritage make war friends annot finally choose summary carolin |
| 12235 |
12207 |
12905 |
Philomène's Marriages |
Henry Gréville |
Romance |
'Philomène’s Marriages' is a story of French life, located in Normandy, and also in Paris, and is a translation from the French of a new work by the gifted and popular authoress, Henry Gréville, whose works have become so famous and popular, that they no longer require any elaborate introduction to the reading public. The heroine’s life in this charming story is one of every-day occurrences, made up of the never-ending round of country pleasures and duties, narrated in a most fascinating manner, amid scenes of French life in Normandy, and is an admirable picture of peasant country home-life, being a comedy of life, full of cleverness and wit, while the book is commendable for its high moral tone, as well as its interest, which is preserved throughout. - Summary by the Publisher |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/philomenes-marriages-by-henry-greville/ |
philomène s marriages story french life located normandy also paris translation french new work gifted popular authoress henry gréville whose works become famous popular longer require elaborate introduction reading public heroine s life charming story one every day occurrences made never ending round country pleasures duties narrated fascinating manner amid scenes french life normandy admirable picture peasant country home life comedy life full cleverness wit book commendable high moral tone well interest preserved throughout summary publisher |
| 12236 |
12208 |
12906 |
History of France |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
History |
A brief history of France from the early 800AD to the 1870s, focusing on the successive heads of state and the different wars which shaped France into the country it was by the time of the book's publication (late 19th century). Summary by Adele Pooley |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-france-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
brief history france early 800ad 1870s focusing successive heads state different wars shaped france country time book s publication late 19th century summary adele pooley |
| 12237 |
12209 |
12907 |
Precipice |
Ivan Goncharov |
General Fiction |
The Precipice is a story of the romantic rivalry among three men, condemning nihilism as subverting the religious and moral values of Russia. It was originally published in 1869 in Vestnik Evropy. Later critics came to see it as the final part of a trilogy, each part introducing a character typical of Russian high society of a certain period: first Aduev ("A Common Story"), then Oblomov ("Oblomov"), and finally Raisky, a gifted man, his artistic development halted by "lack of direction". According to scholar S. Mashinsky, as a social epic, The Precipice was superior to both A Common Story and Oblomov. Goncharov considered The Precipice to be his best work, in which he managed to realize his artistic ambition to the full. "Dreams and aspirations of Raisky for me sound like a sonorous chord, praising a Woman, Motherland, God and love," he wrote in a letter to Mikhail Stasyulevich. ( summary by tovarisch, based on Wikipedia articles) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-precipice-by-ivan-goncharov/ |
precipice story romantic rivalry among three men condemning nihilism subverting religious moral values russia originally published 1869 vestnik evropy later critics came see final part trilogy part introducing character typical russian high society certain period first aduev a common story oblomov oblomov finally raisky gifted man artistic development halted lack direction according scholar s mashinsky social epic precipice superior common story oblomov goncharov considered precipice best work managed realize artistic ambition full dreams aspirations raisky sound like sonorous chord praising woman motherland god love wrote letter mikhail stasyulevich summary tovarisch based wikipedia articles |
| 12238 |
12210 |
12908 |
Mysteries of Marseilles |
Émile Zola |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
The elopement of Philippe Cayol, an aspiring liberal, poor and untitled with Blanche De Cazalis, niece of a powerful millionaire and politician sets the stage in this novel full of twists and turns with villains a plenty. Philippe's brother Marius strives to protect the two lovers from the De Cazalis' uncontrolled fury. Although written in his youth Zola's signature style, his indignation about injustice and his vivid characterization of the noble, the wealthy and common man is very evident in this non stop adventure. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-marseilles-by-emile-zola/ |
elopement philippe cayol aspiring liberal poor untitled blanche de cazalis niece powerful millionaire politician sets stage novel full twists turns villains plenty philippe s brother marius strives protect two lovers de cazalis uncontrolled fury although written youth zola s signature style indignation injustice vivid characterization noble wealthy common man evident non stop adventure summary celine major |
| 12239 |
12953 |
13691 |
Bobbsey Twins on the Deep Blue Sea |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure, Family |
This is the 11th in the original series of books about the Bobbseys -- two sets of twins in one family, solving mysteries and having adventures. Bert and Nan are 12, Flossie and Freddie are six. There is a father who works, a mother who stays home, a cook, a handyman, and an assortment of animals. \n - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-bobbsey-twins-on-the-deep-blue-sea-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
11th original series books bobbseys two sets twins one family solving mysteries adventures bert nan 12 flossie freddie six father works mother stays home cook handyman assortment animals summary nan dodge |
| 12240 |
12211 |
12909 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 063 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-063-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
| 12241 |
12212 |
12910 |
Ranchman |
Charles Alden Seltzer |
General Fiction, Westerns |
A fast-paced old time western. Squint Taylor, a rancher and long time resident of Dawes, is challenged by a crooked newcomer for the position of mayor. Through unscrupulous dealings carried on by a crooked Carrington, Squint lis cheated out of winning the mayoral election. Taylor, and some honest citizens fight to retake the town from the Carrington crowd. Of course, it wouldn’t be a true western without one of the main characters being a beautiful young woman. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-ranchman-by-charles-alden-seltzer/ |
fast paced old time western squint taylor rancher long time resident dawes challenged crooked newcomer position mayor unscrupulous dealings carried crooked carrington squint lis cheated winning mayoral election taylor honest citizens fight retake town carrington crowd course wouldn t true western without one main characters beautiful young woman summary richard kilmer |
| 12242 |
12213 |
12911 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 09. September 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the September Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>Modification of the Great Lakes by Earth Movement, by G. K. Gilbert</li>\n <li>The Toronto Meeting of the British Association for the Advancement of Science</li>\n <li>The Great Unmapped Areas of the Earth's Surface Awaiting the Explorer and Geographer, by J. Scott Keltie</li>\n <li>The Compass in Modern Navigation, by G. W. Littlehales</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-09-september-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly september number br includes following articles br br ul li modification great lakes earth movement g k gilbert li li the toronto meeting british association advancement science li li the great unmapped areas earth s surface awaiting explorer geographer j scott keltie li li the compass modern navigation g w littlehales li ul br br |
| 12243 |
12214 |
12912 |
World’s Famous Orations, Vol. IV: Great Britain - II |
William Jennings Bryan |
Political Science |
In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this third volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 1781 with a speech on the war in America, and end this volume in the middle of the 19th century with a speech on the "Trent" Affair. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-famous-orations-vol-iv-by-various/ |
1906 william jennings bryan famous american orator francis whiting halsey published series famous orations time ordered geographic area time period ranging ancient greece contemporary united states third fourth fifth volumes collection concern british speakers speeches contained third volume ordered chronologically begin year 1781 speech war america end volume middle 19th century speech trent affair summary carolin |
| 12244 |
12215 |
12913 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 056 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Topics include the impact of World War I on human society and endeavor: In 1916, Woodrow Wilson declares that "real glory" comes from wartime "self-sacrifice," and Wilson's call is taken up by an American officer on the front ranks who writes that he could "not have wished a better way to die than for a righteous cause and one's country." Meanwhile, German industrialists experiment with textile fibers made from wood pulp and nettles, as cotton supplies are cut off, and an American sculptress, Anna Chapman Ladd works with the Red Cross to create portrait masks for soldiers, whose faces have been maimed in battle. Other topics include science: teaching children about static electricity by rubbing a cat's fur, a 1945 tsunami that destroyed the Scotch Cap lighthouse in Alaska and killed the five coast guardsmen stationed there, and photographer Wilson Bentley explaining how he captures images of snowflakes on film. Eastern and Western philosophy are represented with excerpts from Lau Tzu, Soren Kierkegaard, and Thomas Browne. Finally, there is a humorous essay from Robert Benchley: "Coffee, Meggs, and Ilk." -summary by Sue Anderson\n<br><br>\nThe Experiment with the Cat was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/9822">Florence Constable Bicknell</a>.<br>\nPreliminary Expectoration was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/6941">Lee M. Hollander</a>.<br>\nThe Sayings of Lao Tzu was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/6441">Lionel Giles</a>. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-056-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers topics include impact world war human society endeavor 1916 woodrow wilson declares real glory comes wartime self sacrifice wilson s call taken american officer front ranks writes could not wished better way die righteous cause one s country meanwhile german industrialists experiment textile fibers made wood pulp nettles cotton supplies cut off american sculptress anna chapman ladd works red cross create portrait masks soldiers whose faces maimed battle topics include science teaching children static electricity rubbing cat s fur 1945 tsunami destroyed scotch cap lighthouse alaska killed five coast guardsmen stationed there photographer wilson bentley explaining captures images snowflakes film eastern western philosophy represented excerpts lau tzu soren kierkegaard thomas browne finally humorous essay robert benchley coffee meggs ilk summary sue anderson br br experiment cat translated a href https librivox org author 9822 florence constable bicknell a br preliminary expectoration translated a href https librivox org author 6941 lee m hollander a br sayings lao tzu translated a href https librivox org author 6441 lionel giles a |
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12216 |
12914 |
Impostures of Scapin |
Molière |
Plays |
Scapin is a liar, a schemer, an arrogant meddler who thinks he can make people do anything. And yet sometimes he acts in the cause of good. Here he attempts to help out some secret lovers whose parents would prefer they don't marry. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nARGANTE, father to OCTAVE and ZERBINETTE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nGÉRONTE, father to LÉANDRE and HYACINTHA: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nOCTAVE, son to ARGANTE, and lover to HYACINTHA: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLÉANDRE, son to GÉRONTE, and lover to ZERBINETTE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10143">Ashur Gharavi</a><br>\nZERBINETTE, daughter to ARGANTE, believed to be a gypsy girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nHYACINTHA, daughter to GÉRONTE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSCAPIN, servant to LÉANDRE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nSILVESTRE, servant to OCTAVE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nNÉRINE, nurse to HYACINTHA: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nCARLE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1671 |
https://librivox.org/the-impostures-of-scapin-by-moliere/ |
scapin liar schemer arrogant meddler thinks make people anything yet sometimes acts cause good attempts help secret lovers whose parents would prefer marry summary toddhw br br cast list br argante father octave zerbinette a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br géronte father léandre hyacintha a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br octave son argante lover hyacintha a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br léandre son géronte lover zerbinette a href https librivox org reader 10143 ashur gharavi a br zerbinette daughter argante believed gypsy girl a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br hyacintha daughter géronte a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br scapin servant léandre a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br silvestre servant octave a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br nérine nurse hyacintha a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br carle a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 12246 |
12217 |
12915 |
Understanding Climatic Change |
US Comm. for the Global Atmospheric Research Program |
Nature, Earth Sciences |
<em>Understanding Climatic Change - A Program for Action</em> is a 1975 report by the US Committee for the Global Atmospheric Research Program. Already at this time, it was understood that a climate change was taking place, and that it was possibly happening due to human influences. The report gives an overview of past climates, a projection of future climate; it talks about state-of-the-art simulations and lays out a plan for future research and action. (summary by Ava) |
English |
1975 |
https://librivox.org/understanding-climatic-change-by-usgarp/ |
em understanding climatic change program action em 1975 report us committee global atmospheric research program already time understood climate change taking place possibly happening due human influences report gives overview past climates projection future climate talks state of the art simulations lays plan future research action summary ava |
| 12247 |
12218 |
12916 |
San Francisco Before And After The Earthquake |
William Henry Irwin |
Technology & Engineering, Modern (20th C), Earth Sciences |
As all but Martians know (and who knows, perhaps even they), the city of San Francisco, California, was destroyed by massive earthquake and unquenchable fire in April, 1906. Will Irwin was a sometime San Franciscan who was then living in New York. He wrote a piece for the newspaper The Sun on April 21st, remembering and describing he city that was no more. He called it The City That Was. Four years later he returned to San Francisco and, amazed at the rebuilding, wrote a second piece for The San Francisco Call which he entitled The City That Is. The first endeavor became famous and was frequently reprinted; it made the reputation of Irwin as a reporter. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/san-francisco-before-and-after-the-earthquake-by-william-henry-irwin/ |
martians know and knows perhaps even they city san francisco california destroyed massive earthquake unquenchable fire april 1906 irwin sometime san franciscan living new york wrote piece newspaper sun april 21st remembering describing city more called city was four years later returned san francisco and amazed rebuilding wrote second piece san francisco call entitled city is first endeavor became famous frequently reprinted made reputation irwin reporter summary david wales |
| 12248 |
12219 |
12917 |
April |
Virna Sheard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This short tribute to April and the coming of Spring) is taken from The Miracle, and Other Poems by Virna Sheard (1913) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/april-by-virna-sheard/ |
short tribute april coming spring taken miracle poems virna sheard 1913 summary david lawrence |
| 12249 |
12220 |
12918 |
Etiquette |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as the Savoy operas) produced in collaboration with the composer Arthur Sullivan. The most famous of these include H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and one of the most frequently performed works in the history of musical theatre, The Mikado.<br/>\n\nGilbert's creative output included over 75 plays and libretti, and numerous short stories, poems and lyrics, both comic and serious. After brief careers as a government clerk and a lawyer, Gilbert began to focus, in the 1860s, on writing light verse, including his Bab Ballads, short stories, theatre reviews and illustrations, often for Fun magazine. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/etiquette-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
sir william schwenck gilbert english dramatist librettist poet illustrator best known fourteen comic operas known savoy operas produced collaboration composer arthur sullivan famous include h m s pinafore pirates penzance one frequently performed works history musical theatre mikado br gilbert s creative output included 75 plays libretti numerous short stories poems lyrics comic serious brief careers government clerk lawyer gilbert began focus 1860s writing light verse including bab ballads short stories theatre reviews illustrations often fun magazine wikipedia |
| 12250 |
12221 |
12919 |
Jungle Girl |
Gordon Casserly |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Mrs Norton is the wife of the Political Officer and confident of Mr. Wargrave who as an officer ends up at her husbands Border Outpost, Ranga Duar in British India after meeting Violet on a different Border Outpost. This is the story of Mr. Wargrave, Mr. Norton, his wife and the people assigned to Ranga Duar as they protect the area, including the forests. We are introduced to Miss Benson the "Jungle Girl", also a love interest of Mr. Wargrave as he lives and participates in daily life in the area that they protect. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-jungle-girl-by-gordon-casserly/ |
mrs norton wife political officer confident mr wargrave officer ends husbands border outpost ranga duar british india meeting violet different border outpost story mr wargrave mr norton wife people assigned ranga duar protect area including forests introduced miss benson jungle girl also love interest mr wargrave lives participates daily life area protect summary lynda marie neilson |
| 12251 |
12222 |
12920 |
Two-Gun Man |
Charles Alden Seltzer |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Rustlers are stealing Two Diamond cattle, and the manager is fit to be tied. The range boss claims it’s the neighbor, but there’s no proof. Everyone finds the neighbor’s sister desirable, but she finds everyone tedious (at best). Will lies, jealousy, double dealing, and maybe even a cold-blooded killing keep Ned Ferguson from uncovering the truth? (Tom Penn) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-two-gun-man-by-charles-alden-seltzer/ |
rustlers stealing two diamond cattle manager fit tied range boss claims it s neighbor there s proof everyone finds neighbor s sister desirable finds everyone tedious at best lies jealousy double dealing maybe even cold blooded killing keep ned ferguson uncovering truth tom penn |
| 12252 |
12223 |
12921 |
Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 8: Part 3: The Marquise de Ganges |
Alexandre Dumas |
True Crime |
The assassination of Diane de Joannis de Chateaublanc (the Marquise de Ganges) is a fitting tale to conclude Dumas’ celebrated crimes series. This event was as gruesome as it was brazen and, before the final dagger strokes, both the assassins and the assassinated had become embroiled in high-profile intrigues. As a result, it sent reverberations through common and court societies across Europe for decades. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/celebrated-crimes-vol-8-part-3-the-marquise-de-ganges-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
assassination diane de joannis de chateaublanc the marquise de ganges fitting tale conclude dumas celebrated crimes series event gruesome brazen and final dagger strokes assassins assassinated become embroiled high profile intrigues result sent reverberations common court societies across europe decades summary jvanstan |
| 12253 |
13008 |
13751 |
Sea Stories for Wonder Eyes |
Mary Earle Hardy |
Science |
Water is fascinating! Which child is not delighted by the sea shore, by rivers, even by puddles in the street? This little book explains to children that a river can cut through rock to weave its way to the sea, how sand is made, and how fish can breathe underwater. Grown-ups may learn some new things, too! - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/sea-stories-for-wonder-eyes-by-mary-earle-hardy/ |
water fascinating child delighted sea shore rivers even puddles street little book explains children river cut rock weave way sea sand made fish breathe underwater grown ups may learn new things too summary carolin |
| 12254 |
12224 |
12922 |
Selected Uncle Abner Mysteries |
Melville Davisson Post |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Fourteen mysteries from the pages of the Saturday Evening Post, the Metropolitan, Red Book, and Pictorial Review magazines featuring Uncle Abner, who solves crimes in the pre-Civil War West Virginia hill country. His weapons are keen observation, logic, and a fundamentalist’s belief in the victory of good over evil. Post’s historical mysteries have been favorably compared to those of his fellow American Edgar Alan Poe. - Summary by Winston Tharp</p> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/selected-uncle-abner-mysteries-by-melville-davisson-post/ |
fourteen mysteries pages saturday evening post metropolitan red book pictorial review magazines featuring uncle abner solves crimes pre civil war west virginia hill country weapons keen observation logic fundamentalist s belief victory good evil post s historical mysteries favorably compared fellow american edgar alan poe summary winston tharp p |
| 12255 |
12225 |
12923 |
Book of This and That |
Robert Lynd |
Essays & Short Works |
From the pen of the Irish poet and essayist, Robert Lynd, comes a collection of humorous and satirical essays on topics as wide ranging as stupidity, Christmas, spring fashions, and the beauty of statistics. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-this-and-that-by-robert-lynd/ |
pen irish poet essayist robert lynd comes collection humorous satirical essays topics wide ranging stupidity christmas spring fashions beauty statistics summary larry wilson |
| 12256 |
12226 |
12924 |
Box with the Broken Seals |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, General Fiction |
A convoluted tale of espionage. This entertaining story is set in World War I. It has interesting characters. and I found my sympathies equally divided between the spy and his relentless pursuer. In my opinion, one of Oppenheim’s best. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-box-with-the-broken-seals-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
convoluted tale espionage entertaining story set world war i interesting characters found sympathies equally divided spy relentless pursuer opinion one oppenheim s best summary richard kilmer |
| 12257 |
12227 |
12925 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - January |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of January. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-january-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month january summary carolin |
| 12258 |
12228 |
12926 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - February |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of February. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-february-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month february summary carolin |
| 12259 |
12229 |
12927 |
Pearl Fountain, and Other Fairy Tales |
Julia Kavanagh |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a little volume of fairy Tales by Irish novelists Bridget and Julia Kavanagh. The eleven stories are old-fashioned and original. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/the-pearl-fountain-and-other-fairy-tales-by-julia-kavanagh/ |
little volume fairy tales irish novelists bridget julia kavanagh eleven stories old fashioned original summary carolin |
| 12260 |
12230 |
12928 |
Golden Spears, and other Fairy Tales |
Edmund Leamy |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a little volume of original fairy tales by Irish lawyer, author and politician Edmund Leamy. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-spears-and-other-fairy-tales-by-edmund-leamy/ |
little volume original fairy tales irish lawyer author politician edmund leamy summary carolin |
| 12261 |
12231 |
12929 |
Poems |
Frances Louisa Bushnell |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Connecticut poet Frances Louisa Bushnell. Ms Bushnell was an eminent person in her local social circles, and she herself and her poetry were highly respected. This volume contains a selection of her poetry, privately published after her death. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-frances-louisa-bushnell/ |
collection poems connecticut poet frances louisa bushnell ms bushnell eminent person local social circles poetry highly respected volume contains selection poetry privately published death summary carolin |
| 12262 |
12232 |
12930 |
Hawaiian Legends of Ghosts and Ghost-Gods |
William Drake Westervelt |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
William Drake Westervelt was an eminent scholar of Hawaiian culture, language, and history. In this capacity, he collected the ghost stories inlcuded in this volume. We hear of gods, ghosts, and demons, love and hate, all told and where necessary explained, in an accessible style. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/hawaiian-legends-of-ghosts-and-ghost-gods-by-william-drake-westervelt/ |
william drake westervelt eminent scholar hawaiian culture language history capacity collected ghost stories inlcuded volume hear gods ghosts demons love hate told necessary explained accessible style summary carolin |
| 12263 |
12233 |
12931 |
Account of Egypt by Herodotus |
Herodotus |
Travel & Geography |
HERODOTUS was born at Halicarnassus, on the southwest coast of Asia Minor, in the early part of the fifth century, B. C. Of his life we know almost nothing, except that he spent much of it traveling, to collect the material for his writings, and that he finally settled down at Thurii, in southern Italy, where his great work was composed. He died in 424 B. C.\n<br></br>\nThe subject of the history of Herodotus is the struggle between the Greeks and the barbarians, which he brings down to the battle of Mycale in 479 B. C. The work, as we have it, is divided into nine books, named after the nine Muses, but this division is probably due to the Alexandrine grammarians. His information he gathered mainly from oral sources, as he traveled through Asia Minor, down into Egypt, round the Black Sea, and into various parts of Greece and the neighboring countries. The chronological narrative halts from time to time to give opportunity for descriptions of the country, the people, and their customs and previous history; and the political account is constantly varied by rare tales and wonders.\n<br></br>\nAmong these descriptions of countries the most fascinating to the modern, as it was to the ancient, reader is his account of the marvels of the land of Egypt. From the priests at Memphis, Heliopolis, and the Egyptian Thebes he learned what he reports of the size of the country, the wonders of the Nile, the ceremonies of their religion, the sacredness of their animals. He tells also of the strange ways of the crocodile and of that marvelous bird, the Phoenix; of dress and funerals and embalming; of the eating of lotos and papyrus; of the pyramids and the great labyrinth; of their kings and queens and courtesans. - Summary by the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/an-account-of-egypt-by-herodotus-by-herodotus/ |
herodotus born halicarnassus southwest coast asia minor early part fifth century b c life know almost nothing except spent much traveling collect material writings finally settled thurii southern italy great work composed died 424 b c br br subject history herodotus struggle greeks barbarians brings battle mycale 479 b c work it divided nine books named nine muses division probably due alexandrine grammarians information gathered mainly oral sources traveled asia minor egypt round black sea various parts greece neighboring countries chronological narrative halts time time give opportunity descriptions country people customs previous history political account constantly varied rare tales wonders br br among descriptions countries fascinating modern ancient reader account marvels land egypt priests memphis heliopolis egyptian thebes learned reports size country wonders nile ceremonies religion sacredness animals tells also strange ways crocodile marvelous bird phoenix dress funerals embalming eating lotos papyrus pyramids great labyrinth kings queens courtesans summary author |
| 12264 |
12242 |
12940 |
Silence: What It Is, How To Use It |
David Van Bush |
Health & Fitness, Psychology, Self-Help |
Wrong thinking produces inharmony in our body, which in turn produces sickness. Our bodies sometimes are instantly re-harmonized while in the Silence. In the Silence our minds become passive, open, free and loving, at which time the Infinite Master of harmony touches the mental chords of our being and we are well. - Summary by David Van Bush |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-silence-what-it-is-how-to-use-it-by-david-van-bush/ |
wrong thinking produces inharmony body turn produces sickness bodies sometimes instantly re harmonized silence silence minds become passive open free loving time infinite master harmony touches mental chords well summary david van bush |
| 12265 |
12234 |
12932 |
Freaks on the Fells: Three Months' Rustication, Story 2 (Dramatic Reading) |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Dramatic Readings, Published 1800 -1900, Fantasy Fiction |
Join us in a journey of two young men in search of adventure as they discover more than they bargained for. - Summary by Linette Geisel<br /><br />(Note: The first two files were discovered in an archaeological dig of the LibriVox servers, were carefully retrieved, and are now presented to the public along with more modern recordings of the rest of the story.)<br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a >Sibella Denton</> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">Foon </a> <br />\nRobert ‘Bob’ Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/1977">Jennie Hughes</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a> <br />\nJohn ‘Jake’ Brown <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9698">Doug Fajardo</a><br/>\nEdwards: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br />\n\nVarious other roles read by:\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/94">David Barnes</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5717">Phil Chenevert</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/92">Cori Samuel</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br />\n\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br />\n\n<b>Proof listener:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">Foon</a> |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/freaks-on-the-fells-three-months-rustication-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
join us journey two young men search adventure discover bargained for summary linette geisel br br note first two files discovered archaeological dig librivox servers carefully retrieved presented public along modern recordings rest story br br b cast b br narrator a sibella denton a href https librivox org reader 8677 foon a br robert bob smith a href https librivox org reader 1977 jennie hughes a a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br john jake brown a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a a href https librivox org reader 9698 doug fajardo a br edwards a href https librivox org reader 94 david barnes a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br various roles read by a href https librivox org reader 94 david barnes a a href https librivox org reader 5717 phil chenevert a a href https librivox org reader 92 cori samuel a a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br b proof listener b a href https librivox org reader 8677 foon a |
| 12266 |
12235 |
12933 |
Nancy Brandon's Mystery |
Lilian C. Garis |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Nancy spends the summer with a cousin she hardly knows who has a friend who seems to be a bad influence.\nSecrets, jealousy and bitterness fill their days until they learn how to believe in themselves and overcome their bitterness when the truth is revealed.\n(Summary by Sharon Kilmer) |
English |
1925 |
https://librivox.org/nancy-brandons-mystery-by-lilian-c-garis/ |
nancy spends summer cousin hardly knows friend seems bad influence secrets jealousy bitterness fill days learn believe overcome bitterness truth revealed summary sharon kilmer |
| 12267 |
12236 |
12934 |
Lilian |
Arnold Bennett |
Published 1900 onward |
Lilian works in a typewriting office owned by Felix Grig, a middle-aged man of means. The office is run by his spinster sister, Miss Grig, who suspects that Felix is more interested in Lilian than perhaps he should be and gives Lilian the sack.\nHer plan fails as Felix invites Lilian to dinner – and the book follows the course of their evolving relationship. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lilian-by-arnold-bennett/ |
lilian works typewriting office owned felix grig middle aged man means office run spinster sister miss grig suspects felix interested lilian perhaps gives lilian sack plan fails felix invites lilian dinner book follows course evolving relationship |
| 12268 |
12237 |
12935 |
Mayfair Magician; a Romance of Criminal Science |
George Griffith |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Our narrator, a researcher, finds himself snowed in at a Scottish prison. The resident doctor, an observer of criminal psychology, offers him hospitality and entertainment in the form of this story, an account of the bizarre case of a strange prisoner in motorcycle goggles, why he must wear them, and what he did to earn a life sentence. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-mayfair-magician-a-romance-of-criminal-science-by-george-griffith/ |
narrator researcher finds snowed scottish prison resident doctor observer criminal psychology offers hospitality entertainment form story account bizarre case strange prisoner motorcycle goggles must wear them earn life sentence summary a gramour |
| 12269 |
12238 |
12936 |
North Lancashire |
John Edward Marr |
Travel & Geography |
Cambridge County Geographies was a 75 volume series covering the counties of England, Scotland and Wales. Separate volumes were produced for Lancashire north and south of the River Ribble. J. E. Marr's volume on North Lancashire covers a geographically diverse region, including Furness and the Lake District west of Lake Windermere that now spans Lancashire and Cumbria. As much a history, guidebook and gazetteer as it is a geography, Marr's volume paints a rich and in places idyllic picture of the northern parts of the county in the years before the first world war. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/north-lancashire-by-john-edward-marr/ |
cambridge county geographies 75 volume series covering counties england scotland wales separate volumes produced lancashire north south river ribble j e marr s volume north lancashire covers geographically diverse region including furness lake district west lake windermere spans lancashire cumbria much history guidebook gazetteer geography marr s volume paints rich places idyllic picture northern parts county years first world war summary phil benson |
| 12270 |
12239 |
12937 |
Adelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error |
Matthew Lewis |
Gothic Fiction, Tragedy |
The second original tragedy written by Gothic writer Matthew Lewis, <I>Adelgitha; or, The Fruits of a Single Error</i> is a markedly more serious affair than his melodramatic output, dealing as it does with a fallen woman who is mercilessly blackmailed by a ruthless tyrant when she spurns his advances. Set in Otranto during the High Middle Ages, and featuring fictionalized depictions of historical rulers Robert Guiscard (of the Normans) and Michael Ducas (of Byzantium), <i>Adelgitha</i> is an archetypal Gothic drama that, while not especially refined or meritorious in terms of quality, still manages to thrill in that deliciously overwrought way that Lewis knew how to sell. Sit down with it during a stormy night, turn off the lights, and prepare yourself for a few hours of treachery, murder, madness and despair! - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<br> <br>\nMichael Ducas, Emperor of Byzantium: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Robert Guiscard, Prince of Apulia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Lothair, a Norman knight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Alciphron, a Grecian nobleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12665">Sam Monsen</a><br>Dercetus, a Grecian nobleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Rainulf, an officer of Guiscard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Julian, an officer of Guiscard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Adelgitha, Princess of Apulia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Imma, Princess of Byzantium: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>The Abbess of St. Hilda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Claudia, an Italian lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>Female Peasants: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> & <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br> |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/adelgitha-or-the-fruits-of-a-single-error-by-matthew-lewis/ |
second original tragedy written gothic writer matthew lewis i adelgitha or fruits single error i markedly serious affair melodramatic output dealing fallen woman mercilessly blackmailed ruthless tyrant spurns advances set otranto high middle ages featuring fictionalized depictions historical rulers robert guiscard of normans michael ducas of byzantium i adelgitha i archetypal gothic drama that especially refined meritorious terms quality still manages thrill deliciously overwrought way lewis knew sell sit stormy night turn lights prepare hours treachery murder madness despair summary tomas peter br br michael ducas emperor byzantium a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br robert guiscard prince apulia a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br lothair norman knight a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br alciphron grecian nobleman a href https librivox org reader 12665 sam monsen a br dercetus grecian nobleman a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br rainulf officer guiscard a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br julian officer guiscard a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br adelgitha princess apulia a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br imma princess byzantium a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br the abbess st hilda a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br claudia italian lady a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br chorus a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br female peasants a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br editor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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12938 |
Chronicles of America Volume 04 - Crusaders of New France |
William Bennett Munro |
History |
The previous volumes in the Chronicles of America series placed Spain and England at the fore in the discovery and development of the New World. This book focuses on the role that France played in America's journey to becoming a world power. <br><br>\n\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-04-crusaders-of-new-france-by-william-bennett-munro/ |
previous volumes chronicles america series placed spain england fore discovery development new world book focuses role france played america s journey becoming world power br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
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12241 |
12939 |
Tale of Jolly Robin |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Jolly Robin is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-jolly-robin-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale jolly robin one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
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12243 |
12941 |
Seven Statesmen of the Later Republic |
Charles William Chadwick Oman |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
While there are many general histories of the decline and fall of the Roman Republic, the Oxford historian, Charles Oman, writes that his little book is rather "a series of studies of the leading men of the century, intended to show the importance of the personal element in those miserable days of storm and stress." We hear of the tragic struggle of the brothers Gracchi to make farm ownership possible again for ordinary Romans, of Marius's reform of the army, and of the ruthless proscriptions of Sulla. Next comes the real estate tycoon, Crassus, who buys his way into politics only to lose his head in Syria, Cato clinging desperately to lost republican ideals, and Pompey a military prodigy greedy for fame. The volume ends with Julius Caesar, who Oman writes "did much to shape the future destinies of the world" so that even in "the darkest times of the Middle Ages his story was not forgotten." - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/seven-statesmen-of-the-later-republic-by-charles-oman/ |
many general histories decline fall roman republic oxford historian charles oman writes little book rather a series studies leading men century intended show importance personal element miserable days storm stress hear tragic struggle brothers gracchi make farm ownership possible ordinary romans marius s reform army ruthless proscriptions sulla next comes real estate tycoon crassus buys way politics lose head syria cato clinging desperately lost republican ideals pompey military prodigy greedy fame volume ends julius caesar oman writes did much shape future destinies world even the darkest times middle ages story forgotten summary pamela nagami |
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12942 |
Dwarf Fruit Trees |
Frank Albert Waugh |
Nature, Reference, Gardening |
This book is a handbook for the home orchardist. The propagation, pruning, choice of variety, and management of dwarf fruit trees, specifically apples, pears, peaches, and plums, are outlined. In addition, there is a section on berry bushes. It is geared towards gardeners in the United States of America and Canada. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/dwarf-fruit-trees-by-frank-albert-waugh/ |
book handbook home orchardist propagation pruning choice variety management dwarf fruit trees specifically apples pears peaches plums outlined addition section berry bushes geared towards gardeners united states america canada summary a gramour |
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12245 |
12943 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 028 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 16 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox.<br></br>Eine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/"> gibt es hier.</a><br></br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-028-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 16 deutschen gedichten für librivox br br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a br br |
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12246 |
12944 |
Nevi'im (JPSA) 06: Joshua |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles |
The Book of Joshua (Yehoshua) is the first of the former prophets and the beginning of Nevi’im. The book of Joshua retells the conquest of Canaan and the division of the land among the Twelve Tribes. The conclusion includes Joshua’s address to the people and the witnessing of his death and burial. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/neviim-jpsa-06-joshua-by-jewish-publication-society-of-america/ |
book joshua yehoshua first former prophets beginning nevi im book joshua retells conquest canaan division land among twelve tribes conclusion includes joshua s address people witnessing death burial summary wikipedia linette geisel |
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12945 |
Legends of King Arthur and His Knights |
James Knowles |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Publishers have asked me to authorise a new edition, in my own name, of this little book—now long out of print—which was written by me thirty-five years ago under the initials J.T.K.</p>\n\nIn acceding to their request I wish to say that the book as now published is merely a word-for-word reprint of my early effort to help to popularise the Arthur legends.</p>\n\nIt is little else than an abridgment of Sir Thomas Malory’s version of them as printed by Caxton—with a few additions from Geoffrey of Monmouth and other sources—and an endeavour to arrange the many tales into a more or less consecutive story.\n - Summary by James Knowles</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-legends-of-king-arthur-and-his-knights-by-sir-thomas-malory/ |
publishers asked authorise new edition name little book now long print which written thirty five years ago initials j t k p acceding request wish say book published merely word for word reprint early effort help popularise arthur legends p little else abridgment sir thomas malory s version printed caxton with additions geoffrey monmouth sources and endeavour arrange many tales less consecutive story summary james knowles p |
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12946 |
Dave Brings Home A Wife (dramatic reading) |
Steele Rudd |
Dramatic Readings, Family Life, Humorous Fiction |
This is a self-contained story-arc over eight chapters from the pages of Steele Rudd's book "Back At Our Selection". The Synopsis: After being a shy bachelor for a number of years, Dave (Dad Rudd's second eldest son) has finally got married. To a "Girl from Town" named "Lily White". When she first arrives at "Ruddville", she and Dave's sister Sarah get on wonderfully. But after some months, friction between the two young woman sets in, and Dave and Lily seek to have a separate house of their own on the extensive Rudd property. But Dad, though now a prosperous farmer, started out with his wife and children in a two-room settler's slab-hut, and has a notion ... exacerbated by tightfistedness ... that all young folk should start out their married life like that and work their way up. So he finds, demolishes, carts, and re-erects a forty-year-old abandoned shack for his son and daughter-in-law. They acquiesce to accepting it, and in time even become rather contented there. But soon, Dave's mother-in-law arrives for a visit, and cranky old Dad Rudd finally meets his nemesis. - Summary by Son of the Exiles\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDad Rudd, Australian farmer - Patriarch of the Rudd clan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMother Rudd, wife of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nDave Rudd, son of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSarah Rudd, daughter of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nLily White, newly married to Dave: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nLily’s Mother - Dave's mother-in-law: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nJoe Rudd, son of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nBill Rudd, son of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nBarty Rudd, son of Dad Rudd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12916">Peter Musgrove</a><br>\nJimmy Regan - Neighbour to the Rudds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nYoung Regan - Neighbour to the Rudds: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10176">Zoe Trang</a><br>\nWillie Wiley - Orphan boy adopted by one of Dad's neighbours: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMary Murphy - Daughter of one of Dad's neighbours: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nThe Parson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMrs Walker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nBuilding Contractor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\n<BR>This project was finished during the March Challenge with the precious help of the following six volunteer editors (thank you all) :<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12074">JayS</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br><br> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/dave-brings-home-a-wife-by-steele-rudd/ |
self contained story arc eight chapters pages steele rudd s book back selection synopsis shy bachelor number years dave dad rudd s second eldest son finally got married girl town named lily white first arrives ruddville dave s sister sarah get wonderfully months friction two young woman sets in dave lily seek separate house extensive rudd property dad though prosperous farmer started wife children two room settler s slab hut notion exacerbated tightfistedness young folk start married life like work way up finds demolishes carts re erects forty year old abandoned shack son daughter in law acquiesce accepting it time even become rather contented there soon dave s mother in law arrives visit cranky old dad rudd finally meets nemesis summary son exiles br br cast list br dad rudd australian farmer patriarch rudd clan a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mother rudd wife dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br dave rudd son dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sarah rudd daughter dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br lily white newly married dave a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br lily s mother dave s mother in law a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br joe rudd son dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br bill rudd son dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br barty rudd son dad rudd a href https librivox org reader 12916 peter musgrove a br jimmy regan neighbour rudds a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br young regan neighbour rudds a href https librivox org reader 10176 zoe trang a br willie wiley orphan boy adopted one dad s neighbours a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mary murphy daughter one dad s neighbours a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br parson a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br mrs walker a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br building contractor a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br br this project finished march challenge precious help following six volunteer editors thank all br a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br a href https librivox org reader 12074 jays a br a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br br |
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12947 |
Mountain Adventures in the Various Countries of the World |
John Timbs |
Travel & Geography |
Mountains have always been fascinating as places of special adventure. This book. first published in 1869, collects true stories of real-life adventurers climbing the world's most famous and most challenging mountains, without modern equipment to support them. Read here about the fate of these adventurers, their successes and failures, challenges and - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/mountain-adventures-in-the-various-countries-of-the-world-by-john-timbs/ |
mountains always fascinating places special adventure book first published 1869 collects true stories real life adventurers climbing world s famous challenging mountains without modern equipment support them read fate adventurers successes failures challenges summary carolin |
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12250 |
12948 |
Sayings of Lao Tzu |
Lao Tzu |
Ancient |
Lao-Tzu, also known as Laozi was a Chinese philosopher believed to have lived in the 6th century BCE and is credited with writing the Tao-Te-Ching which centers around the idea that the way of virtue lies in simplicity and a recognition of a natural, universal force known as the Tao. He is traditionally regarded as the founder of Taoism. This book is a compilation of his most profound writings translated directly from ancient Chinese texts. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-sayings-of-lao-tzu-by-lao-tzu/ |
lao tzu also known laozi chinese philosopher believed lived 6th century bce credited writing tao te ching centers around idea way virtue lies simplicity recognition natural universal force known tao traditionally regarded founder taoism book compilation profound writings translated directly ancient chinese texts summary nemo |
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12950 |
Stories of Symphonic Music |
Lawrence Gilman |
Music |
'A guide to the meaning of important symphonies, overtures and tone-poems from Beethoven to the present day'. Gilman became notorious for scathing reviews of compositions later to become classics. Here he analyzes the stories behind some famous and not so famous works. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-symphonic-music-by-lawrence-gilman/ |
a guide meaning important symphonies overtures tone poems beethoven present day gilman became notorious scathing reviews compositions later become classics analyzes stories behind famous famous works summary lynne thompson |
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12252 |
12951 |
Howards End (version 3) |
E. M. Forster |
Literary Fiction |
Considered Forster's masterpiece and one of the best books of the 20th century, Howards End tackles social conventions of the Edwardian era. The story focuses on three families in England at the beginning of the 20th century: the Wilcoxes, rich capitalists with a fortune made in the colonies; the half-German Schlegel siblings (Margaret, Helen, and Tibby), whose cultural pursuits have much in common with the Bloomsbury Group; and the Basts, an impoverished young couple from a lower-class background. The idealistic, intelligent Schlegel sisters seek to help the struggling Basts and to rid the Wilcoxes of some of their deep-seated social and economic prejudices. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/howards-end-version-3-by-e-m-forster/ |
considered forster s masterpiece one best books 20th century howards end tackles social conventions edwardian era story focuses three families england beginning 20th century wilcoxes rich capitalists fortune made colonies half german schlegel siblings margaret helen tibby whose cultural pursuits much common bloomsbury group basts impoverished young couple lower class background idealistic intelligent schlegel sisters seek help struggling basts rid wilcoxes deep seated social economic prejudices summary lynne thompson |
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12253 |
12952 |
Over Every Hill |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a German writer and statesman. His works include four novels; epic and lyric poetry; prose and verse dramas; memoirs; an autobiography; literary and aesthetic criticism; and treatises on botany, anatomy, and colour. In addition, there are numerous literary and scientific fragments, more than 10,000 letters, and nearly 3,000 drawings by him extant. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/over-every-hill-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
johann wolfgang von goethe german writer statesman works include four novels epic lyric poetry prose verse dramas memoirs autobiography literary aesthetic criticism treatises botany anatomy colour addition numerous literary scientific fragments 10 000 letters nearly 3 000 drawings extant wikipedia |
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12254 |
12953 |
Apostle of Alaska: The Story of William Duncan of Metlakahtla |
John W. Arctander |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This is this story of William Duncan, an English missionary, who established a colony among the Tsimshian people of the Pacific Northwest. He worked there from 1856 until his death in 1918 at the age of 86. - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-apostle-of-alaska-the-story-of-william-duncan-of-metlakahtla-by-john-w-arctander/ |
story william duncan english missionary established colony among tsimshian people pacific northwest worked 1856 death 1918 age 86 summary fritz |
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12255 |
12954 |
Our Army at the Front |
Heywood Broun |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
During the US deployment in Europe in the final years of the Great War (WWI), the American Expeditionary Force (AEF) was accompanied by notable New York Tribune war correspondent, Heywood Broun. Although Broun better known (and remembered) as a sports writer, drama critic, journalist and social reformer, and not least as a member of the Algonquin Round Table, with such wits as Dorothy Parker and Robert Benchley, his writing of the activities of the AEF as it helped defeat the Central Powers in the war provides a unique perspective, including a view of the international interaction between the Americans and their European allies.<br><br>\nThe work concludes by reprinting the initial report to the Secretary of Defense by American General John J. (Black Jack) Pershing who was the commander of the AEF, and contains detailed information regarding the level of the US effort and something of the obstacles which had to be overcome for the AEF efforts to be successful. (Dr.PGould) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/our-army-at-the-front-by-heywood-broun/ |
us deployment europe final years great war wwi american expeditionary force aef accompanied notable new york tribune war correspondent heywood broun although broun better known and remembered sports writer drama critic journalist social reformer least member algonquin round table wits dorothy parker robert benchley writing activities aef helped defeat central powers war provides unique perspective including view international interaction americans european allies br br work concludes reprinting initial report secretary defense american general john j black jack pershing commander aef contains detailed information regarding level us effort something obstacles overcome aef efforts successful dr pgould |
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12955 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 057 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Natural cataclysm is the subject of several readings: the 1899 Alaskan earthquake, which uplifted cliffs at Yakutat Bay 47 feet; a terrifying forest fire in Northern Wisconsin in 1899; the fiery sunsets which followed the volcanic eruption of Krakatoa in 1883; a storm at sea which sank the English frigate Anson in 1807; and the explosion of a hydrogen-filled dirigible over Chicago in 1919. Natural beauty, also a topic, includes a guide to the Antrim coast of Ireland, observations on Black Walnut trees and the communal life of Yellow-Jacket wasps, and an essay on how to paint reflections. Two colloquies of Erasmus explore a young woman's choice to become a nun and the "preposterous judgments" of people who value the names of things more than the Things themselves. Progress--envisioned as the age of electricity; changes in burglary; and Nostradamus' prognostications for the future round out the volume. -summary by Sue Anderson\n<br><br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/author/13450">Elizabeth G. Peckham</a> was the co-author of "Communal Life of Yellow-Jacket Wasps"<br>\nFifty Quatrains of Nostradamus was translated by <a href="https://librivox.org/author/13422">Theophilus de Garencières</a> \n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-057-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers natural cataclysm subject several readings 1899 alaskan earthquake uplifted cliffs yakutat bay 47 feet terrifying forest fire northern wisconsin 1899 fiery sunsets followed volcanic eruption krakatoa 1883 storm sea sank english frigate anson 1807 explosion hydrogen filled dirigible chicago 1919 natural beauty also topic includes guide antrim coast ireland observations black walnut trees communal life yellow jacket wasps essay paint reflections two colloquies erasmus explore young woman s choice become nun preposterous judgments people value names things things themselves progress envisioned age electricity changes burglary nostradamus prognostications future round volume summary sue anderson br br a href https librivox org author 13450 elizabeth g peckham a co author communal life yellow jacket wasps br fifty quatrains nostradamus translated a href https librivox org author 13422 theophilus de garencières a |
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12956 |
Pilgrimage Of Etheria |
Etheria |
History , Travel & Geography, Antiquity |
This (probably) late fourth century common era (A.D.) narrative of a Christian pilgrimage is the earliest such text which survives to us. It is an important source of information about early Christian practices. This book has an extended introduction which provides invaluable context and summaries, though some of it is a bit scholarly and dry. The text is damaged with some parts missing; missing parts will be designated in this recording by this verbal usage: “dot dot dot dot” . More information: Egeria, Etheria or Aetheria was a woman, widely regarded to be the author of a detailed account of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The long letter, dubbed Peregrinatio (pilgrimage) or Itinerarium Egeriae, is addressed to a circle of women at home. Historical details it contains set the journey in the early 380s, making it the earliest of the kind…. It is the earliest extant graphic account of a Christian pilgrimage…. The text is a narrative apparently written at the end of Egeria's journey from notes she took en route, and addressed to her 'dear ladies': the women of her spiritual community back home. In the first extant part of the text, she describes the journey from her approach to Mount Sinai until her stop in Constantinople…. The second portion of the text is a detailed account of the liturgical services and observances of the church calendar in Jerusalem (most likely, under Cyril). The liturgical year was in its incipient stages at the time of her visit. This is invaluable because the development of liturgical worship (e.g. Lent, Palm or Passion Sunday) reached universal practice in the 4th century. Egeria provides a first-hand account of practices and implementation of liturgical seasons as they existed at the time of her visit. This snapshot is before universal acceptance of a December 25 celebration of the nativity of Jesus; this is very early and very helpful in cataloging the development of annual liturgical worship. Sections 8 and 12 of the textual introduction are omitted in this recording as they are long lists. The book's extensive footnotes are not recorded as is not the extensive concluding index ( David Wales and Wikipedia) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-pilgrimage-of-etheria-by-etheria/ |
probably late fourth century common era a d narrative christian pilgrimage earliest text survives us important source information early christian practices book extended introduction provides invaluable context summaries though bit scholarly dry text damaged parts missing missing parts designated recording verbal usage dot dot dot dot information egeria etheria aetheria woman widely regarded author detailed account pilgrimage holy land long letter dubbed peregrinatio pilgrimage itinerarium egeriae addressed circle women home historical details contains set journey early 380s making earliest kind earliest extant graphic account christian pilgrimage text narrative apparently written end egeria s journey notes took en route addressed dear ladies women spiritual community back home first extant part text describes journey approach mount sinai stop constantinople second portion text detailed account liturgical services observances church calendar jerusalem most likely cyril liturgical year incipient stages time visit invaluable development liturgical worship e g lent palm passion sunday reached universal practice 4th century egeria provides first hand account practices implementation liturgical seasons existed time visit snapshot universal acceptance december 25 celebration nativity jesus early helpful cataloging development annual liturgical worship sections 8 12 textual introduction omitted recording long lists book s extensive footnotes recorded extensive concluding index david wales wikipedia |
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12258 |
12957 |
Little Queen of Hearts |
Ruth Ogden |
Family |
A charming children's story following the trials and tribulations of the simple life of Marie-Celeste as she endears herself to everyone whose life she touches. With her parents, she moves to Windsor Castle to live with her orphaned cousin and learns about Queen Victoria, her life, home and family as well as other aspects of English life, sharing her knowledge and innocent insight in a delightful way. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-queen-of-hearts-by-ruth-ogden/ |
charming children s story following trials tribulations simple life marie celeste endears everyone whose life touches parents moves windsor castle live orphaned cousin learns queen victoria life home family well aspects english life sharing knowledge innocent insight delightful way |
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12259 |
12958 |
Mollie's Prince |
Rosa Nouchette Carey |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Mr. Ward is a failing artist. His two daughters, Mollie and Waveney, are very close. However when the financial situation becomes insufferable, and Waveney has to enter service, the sisters have to part for the first time. The book tells both stories in a realistic and engaging way. It gives us, the readers, insight into every aspect of the sisters' lives from managing a household to going out with friends to treating servants and, of course, their love for each other. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/mollies-prince-by-rosa-nouchette-carey/ |
mr ward failing artist two daughters mollie waveney close however financial situation becomes insufferable waveney enter service sisters part first time book tells stories realistic engaging way gives us readers insight every aspect sisters lives managing household going friends treating servants and course love other summary stav nisser |
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12260 |
12959 |
Vanished Hand |
Sarah Doudney |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Memories haunt Elsie Kilner at every turn. Kicked out of her family home, she finds a new abode in which she finds fragments of a diary. It begins with the words: "If I only knew that some one would be kind to Jamie". Finding a kindred spirit in the author of the diary, Elsie goes on a search. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-vanished-hand-by-sarah-doudney/ |
memories haunt elsie kilner every turn kicked family home finds new abode finds fragments diary begins words if knew one would kind jamie finding kindred spirit author diary elsie goes search summary stav nisser |
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12261 |
12960 |
Kaspar Hauser - Beispiel eines Verbrechens am Seelenleben des Menschen |
Paul Johann Anselm Ritter von Feuerbach |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Kaspar Hauser, der Findling von Nürnberg, ist eine der geheimnisvollsten Personen in der deutschen Geschichte. Seine Herkunft, sein Leben und sein früher und gewaltsamer Tod 1833 geben bis heute Rätsel auf. Vermutlich 1812 geboren, tauchte er 1828 plötzlich in Nürnberg auf. Sein Verhalten, die Umstände seines Auftauchens und seine eigenen späteren Berichte ließen vermuten, dass er ohne menschlichen Kontakt und ohne Kontakt zur Außenwelt in einem Verlies aufwuchs. Kaspar Hauser wurde bereits zu seinen Lebzeiten ein wissenschaftliches Forschungsobjekt und als "Sehenswürdigkeit" herumgezeigt. Anselm von Feuerbach war Kaspar Hausers Vormund und kannte ihn persönlich. Er nahm Anteil an Kaspar Hausers Schicksal und versuchte ihn zu fördern. Sein Bericht über Kaspar Hausers Eintritt in die Welt, seine Lernprozesse und den Umgang der Nürnberger Gesellschaft mit ihm ist Zeitzeugnis und psychologische Studie zugleich. (Zusammenfassung von RiDi) |
German |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/kaspar-hauser-by-paul-johann-anselm-ritter-von-feuerbach/ |
kaspar hauser der findling von nürnberg ist eine der geheimnisvollsten personen der deutschen geschichte seine herkunft sein leben und sein früher und gewaltsamer tod 1833 geben bis heute rätsel auf vermutlich 1812 geboren tauchte er 1828 plötzlich nürnberg auf sein verhalten die umstände seines auftauchens und seine eigenen späteren berichte ließen vermuten dass er ohne menschlichen kontakt und ohne kontakt zur außenwelt einem verlies aufwuchs kaspar hauser wurde bereits zu seinen lebzeiten ein wissenschaftliches forschungsobjekt und als sehenswürdigkeit herumgezeigt anselm von feuerbach war kaspar hausers vormund und kannte ihn persönlich er nahm anteil kaspar hausers schicksal und versuchte ihn zu fördern sein bericht über kaspar hausers eintritt die welt seine lernprozesse und den umgang der nürnberger gesellschaft mit ihm ist zeitzeugnis und psychologische studie zugleich zusammenfassung von ridi |
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12262 |
12961 |
Fígaro. Colección de artículos dramáticos, literarios, políticos y de costumbres. |
Mariano José de Larra |
Satire, Essays & Short Works, Essays |
Larra fue un eminente articulista, con una gran claridad y vigor en su prosa. Esta obra recopila gran parte de sus artículos publicados en distintos periódicos a través de distintos pseudónimos. En ellos combate la organización del Estado, ataca al absolutismo y al carlismo, se burla de la sociedad, y rechaza la vida familiar. Los males de España, que identifica con la ignorancia, el atraso, la falta de educación y de cultura, son el tema central de su obra crítica y satírica. Descontento con el país y con sus hombres, escribe artículos críticos (En este país, El castellano viejo, El día de difuntos de 1836, Vuelva usted mañana...), contra la censura (Lo que no se puede decir no se debe decir), la pena capital (Los barateros o El desafío y la pena de muerte), contra el pretendiente carlista (¿Qué hace en Portugal su majestad?) y el carlismo (Nadie pase sin hablar al portero), contra el uso incorrecto del lenguaje (Por ahora, Cuasi, Las palabras). Es considerado uno de los padres del periodismo en España. |
Spanish |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/figaro-coleccion-de-articulos-by-mariano-jose-de-larra/ |
larra fue un eminente articulista con una gran claridad vigor en su prosa esta obra recopila gran parte de sus artículos publicados en distintos periódicos través de distintos pseudónimos en ellos combate la organización del estado ataca al absolutismo al carlismo se burla de la sociedad rechaza la vida familiar los males de españa que identifica con la ignorancia el atraso la falta de educación de cultura son el tema central de su obra crítica satírica descontento con el país con sus hombres escribe artículos críticos en este país el castellano viejo el día de difuntos de 1836 vuelva usted mañana contra la censura lo que se puede decir se debe decir la pena capital los barateros el desafío la pena de muerte contra el pretendiente carlista qué hace en portugal su majestad el carlismo nadie pase sin hablar al portero contra el uso incorrecto del lenguaje por ahora cuasi las palabras es considerado uno de los padres del periodismo en españa |
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12263 |
12962 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - March |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of March. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-a-bit-of-verse-for-every-day-march/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month march summary carolin |
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12264 |
12963 |
Haunted Hangar |
Van Powell |
Action & Adventure |
Second entry in series of teen aviation stories, filled with lots of scientific jargon, a jewel heist, and adventure. Van Powell is a pseudonym of early Hollywood screenwriter, Ardon Van Buren Powell (1886-1958). ( Matt Pierard) |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-hangar-by-van-powell/ |
second entry series teen aviation stories filled lots scientific jargon jewel heist adventure van powell pseudonym early hollywood screenwriter ardon van buren powell 1886 1958 matt pierard |
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12265 |
12964 |
Book of Whales |
Frank Evers Beddard |
Animals, Nature, Reference |
A Book of Whales is a natural history of whales for the layman. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-whales-by-frank-evers-beddard/ |
book whales natural history whales layman summary a gramour |
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12266 |
12965 |
Hoe hij raad van Indië werd |
Paul Adriaan Daum |
Family Life, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Dit boek beschrijft de loopbaan van een middelmatig ambtenaar, die dankzij de invloed en intriges van zijn twee echtgenotes de hoogste functies bereikt. Verwikkelingen rond positie, geld en erotiek, in innige samenhang, zo kenmerkend voor de Indische maatschappij, voeren ook hier de boventoon. - Summary by Dr. H.A. Poeze |
Dutch |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/hoe-hij-raad-van-indie-werd-by-paul-adriaan-daum/ |
dit boek beschrijft de loopbaan van een middelmatig ambtenaar die dankzij de invloed en intriges van zijn twee echtgenotes de hoogste functies bereikt verwikkelingen rond positie geld en erotiek innige samenhang zo kenmerkend voor de indische maatschappij voeren ook hier de boventoon summary dr h a poeze |
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12267 |
12966 |
Dracula (version 4) |
Bram Stoker |
Fantastic Fiction |
Dracula is an 1897 Gothic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker. It introduced Count Dracula, and established many conventions of subsequent vampire fantasy. The novel tells the story of Dracula's attempt to move from Transylvania to England so that he may find new blood and spread the undead curse, and of the battle between Dracula and a small group of men and a woman led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing. - Summary by Wikipedia</p> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/dracula-version-4-by-bram-stoker/ |
dracula 1897 gothic horror novel irish author bram stoker introduced count dracula established many conventions subsequent vampire fantasy novel tells story dracula s attempt move transylvania england may find new blood spread undead curse battle dracula small group men woman led professor abraham van helsing summary wikipedia p |
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12268 |
12967 |
Crimson Cryptogram |
Fergus Hume |
Detective Fiction |
Young Dr Ellis, a struggling new physician, is enjoying a quiet evening smoking and enjoying conversation with his journalist friend Cass, when their mysterious neighbour, Mrs Moxton, bursts in upon them with startling news - her husband has been murdered! Rushing to the scene, the two men discover Mr Moxton, stabbed in the back. They investigate the body thoroughly, but find no real clues to his assailant except for a mysterious series of markings, scrawled in blood on the dead man's sleeve. - Summary by Don W. Jenkins</p> |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-crimson-cryptogram-by-fergus-hume/ |
young dr ellis struggling new physician enjoying quiet evening smoking enjoying conversation journalist friend cass mysterious neighbour mrs moxton bursts upon startling news husband murdered rushing scene two men discover mr moxton stabbed back investigate body thoroughly find real clues assailant except mysterious series markings scrawled blood dead man s sleeve summary w jenkins p |
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12269 |
12968 |
Giant's Robe |
F. Anstey |
Humorous Fiction |
Mark Ashburn is a young teacher at St. Peter's Public School for boys, although he isn't particularly fond of boys. His dream is to make his name in the literary world but mediocrity and rejection meet him at every turn. Dejected, he meets up with Vincent, an old friend, who is about to travel to his father's plantation in Ceylon and asks a favor of Mark. Mark makes a rash promise to help, never suspecting anything would ever be required of him. Backed into a corner, he makes a decision that affects his and others' lives forever. |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-giants-robe-by-f-anstey/ |
mark ashburn young teacher st peter s public school boys although particularly fond boys dream make name literary world mediocrity rejection meet every turn dejected meets vincent old friend travel father s plantation ceylon asks favor mark mark makes rash promise help never suspecting anything would ever required him backed corner makes decision affects others lives forever |
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12270 |
12969 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XI, No 2, February 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xi-no-2-february-1902/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
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12271 |
12970 |
Lincoln, The Lawyer |
Frederick Trevor Hill |
Biography & Autobiography |
This biography of Abraham Lincoln focuses on his practice as a lawyer. (Summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/lincoln-the-lawyer-by-frederick-trevor-hill/ |
biography abraham lincoln focuses practice lawyer summary maryann |
| 12302 |
12272 |
12971 |
Elements of Conchology |
William Ruschenberger |
Animals, Education, Nature |
The fifth of the Series of First Books of Natural History, embraces that branch of our subject which treats of the Mollusca, or soft animals, and consequently, includes the Elements of Conchology. In the beauty and singularity of their forms, the variety and brilliancy of their colors, shells only yield to flowers…. Limited as this little volume is, it may prove a key to stores of information, even more interesting to many than the numerous fictions of the day. “Truth is stranger than fiction,” has been often said; and the beautiful truths brought to us by a study of animal life, in its various forms, are certainly more admirable and wonderful than any fiction of man’s creation. - Summary by William Ruschenberger |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/elements-of-conchology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
fifth series first books natural history embraces branch subject treats mollusca soft animals consequently includes elements conchology beauty singularity forms variety brilliancy colors shells yield flowers limited little volume is may prove key stores information even interesting many numerous fictions day truth stranger fiction often said beautiful truths brought us study animal life various forms certainly admirable wonderful fiction man s creation summary william ruschenberger |
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12273 |
12972 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - April |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of April. - Summary |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-april-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month april summary |
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12274 |
12973 |
Four Winds |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In 1918 she won a Pulitzer Prize for her 1917 poetry collection Love Songs. It was "made possible by a special grant from The Poetry Society"; however, the sponsoring organization now lists it as the earliest Pulitzer Prize for Poetry (inaugurated 1922). - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/four-winds-by-sara-teasdale/ |
1918 pulitzer prize 1917 poetry collection love songs made possible special grant poetry society however sponsoring organization lists earliest pulitzer prize poetry inaugurated 1922 summary wikipedia |
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12275 |
12974 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 072 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of Virginia Woolf, Mark Twain, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Guy de Maupassant, Saki and others to bring you tales of mystery, the thought-provoking, the salutary and the heart-warming. So sit back and enjoy the 72nd Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-072-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve works virginia woolf mark twain fyodor dostoyevsky guy de maupassant saki others bring tales mystery thought provoking salutary heart warming sit back enjoy 72nd librivox short story collection |
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12276 |
12975 |
Mary Frances Cook Book |
Jane Eayre Fryer |
Children's Fiction |
Another of the charming Mary Frances books, this one 'Among the Kitchen People', where young girls are encouraged to be mother's helper's in the kitchen, as Mary Frances wants nothing more than to be useful. She learns (and shares) how to make tea, toast and boiled eggs, among other things, as she enjoys adventures with her many friends, including Mantel Clock, Auntie Rolling Pin and Yellow Bowl. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mary-frances-cook-book-by-jane-eayre-fryer/ |
another charming mary frances books one among kitchen people young girls encouraged mother s helper s kitchen mary frances wants nothing useful learns and shares make tea toast boiled eggs among things enjoys adventures many friends including mantel clock auntie rolling pin yellow bowl summary lynne thompson |
| 12307 |
12277 |
12976 |
Stanzas Written in His Library |
Robert Southey |
Single author |
Poem #619 in The Book Of Georgian Verse, page 1110, published 1909.\nThis poem seems so appropriate to what we do at LibriVox, surrounding ourselves with, learning from, and keeping alive the memories of deceased authors . . . their ideas, concerns, creative output . . . and hoping that our efforts will also last "through all futurity". (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/stanzas-written-in-his-library-by-robert-southey/ |
poem 619 book georgian verse page 1110 published 1909 poem seems appropriate librivox surrounding with learning from keeping alive memories deceased authors ideas concerns creative output hoping efforts also last through futurity summary michele fry |
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12278 |
12977 |
Of Holy Virginity |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Christianity - Other |
St. Augustine wrote in his Retractions 2:23: "After I had written 'on the Good of Marriage,' it was expected that I should write on Holy Virginity; and I did not delay to do so: and that it is God's gift, and how great a gift, and with what humility to be guarded, so far as I was able I set forth in one volume. This book begins," etc. - Summary by St. Augustine |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/of-holy-virginity-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
st augustine wrote retractions 2 23 after written on good marriage expected write holy virginity delay so god s gift great gift humility guarded far able set forth one volume book begins etc summary st augustine |
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12279 |
12978 |
Poems |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Poetry |
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper was an influential female African American poet. Her poetry often deals with themes of freedom, discrimination, hatred, and injustice. Her poetry remains relevant to this day, and is still widely read. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
frances ellen watkins harper influential female african american poet poetry often deals themes freedom discrimination hatred injustice poetry remains relevant day still widely read summary carolin |
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12280 |
12979 |
Reading of Life, with Other Poems |
George Meredith |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by George Meredith. The first four poems are the cycle A Circle of Life, the rest of the poems are miscellaneous collected poems. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/a-reading-of-life-by-george-meredith/ |
volume poetry george meredith first four poems cycle circle life rest poems miscellaneous collected poems summary carolin |
| 12311 |
12281 |
12980 |
Chrysomela |
Robert Herrick |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Robert Herrick. The volume "Chrysomela" was arranged by Francis Turner Palgrave. The 17th century English poet is continuing to inspire readers of his poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/chrysomela-by-robert-herrick/ |
volume poetry robert herrick volume chrysomela arranged francis turner palgrave 17th century english poet continuing inspire readers poetry summary carolin |
| 12312 |
12282 |
12981 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 8 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
This recording, of the fragments which are extant of Book 8, of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 12:3 - 12:48. (Summary by the reader) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-8-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
recording fragments extant book 8 commentary st john s gospel covers john 12 3 12 48 summary reader |
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12283 |
12982 |
Fatal Three |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
Written by one of the most prolific authors of the 19th century The Fatal Three although not as sensational as some of her other novels serves up some very fascinating characters. It also raises some very interesting questions regarding moral & religious education, Victorian marriage laws, mental illness and how one's upbringing can determine one's fate. \nDelightful country homes and exquisite scenery provide the usual perfect backdrop for this enjoyable read by Mary Elizabeth Braddon. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-fatal-three-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
written one prolific authors 19th century fatal three although sensational novels serves fascinating characters also raises interesting questions regarding moral religious education victorian marriage laws mental illness one s upbringing determine one s fate delightful country homes exquisite scenery provide usual perfect backdrop enjoyable read mary elizabeth braddon summary celine major |
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12284 |
12983 |
Every Man In His Humour |
Ben Jonson |
Plays |
Knowell, an old man - rumor says Shakespeare originally played this part - tries to spy upon the doings of his potentially wayward son. Meanwhile, Kitely, a merchant, worries so much about being cuckolded by his wife that perhaps it has to happen. All this while a swarm of other interesting characters surround them. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nKNOWELL, an old Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nEDWARD KNOWELL, his Son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nBRAINWORM, the Father's Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nGEORGE DOWNRIGHT, a plain Squire: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nWELLBRED, his Half-Brother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br>\nKITELY, a merchant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nCAPTAIN BOBADILL, a Paul's Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nMASTER STEPHEN, a Country Gull: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMASTER MATHEW, the Town Gull: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nTHOMAS CASH, KITELY'S Cashier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11130">bdanzige</a><br>\nOLIVER COB, a Water-bearer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nJUSTICE CLEMENT, an old merry Magistrate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nROGER FORMAL, his Clerk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nDAME KITELY, KITELY'S Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMRS. BRIDGET, his Sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nTIB, Cob's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1616 |
https://librivox.org/every-man-in-his-humour-by-ben-jonson/ |
knowell old man rumor says shakespeare originally played part tries spy upon doings potentially wayward son meanwhile kitely merchant worries much cuckolded wife perhaps happen swarm interesting characters surround them summary toddhw br br cast list br knowell old gentleman a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br edward knowell son a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br brainworm father s man a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br george downright plain squire a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br wellbred half brother a href https librivox org reader 12732 jim gallagher a br kitely merchant a href https librivox org reader 9647 joseph tabler a br captain bobadill paul s man a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br master stephen country gull a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br master mathew town gull a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br thomas cash kitely s cashier a href https librivox org reader 11130 bdanzige a br oliver cob water bearer a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br justice clement old merry magistrate a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br roger formal clerk a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br dame kitely kitely s wife a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br mrs bridget sister a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br tib cob s wife a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br servant a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
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12285 |
12984 |
At The Sign of The Greedy Pig |
Charles S. Brooks |
Humorous Fiction, Plays |
"Sometimes, in a mood of Spanish castles, there flits across my fancy the vision of an ancient city on a hill-top, with lofty battlements thrust upward from the rock and towers that stand on tip-toe…. Our stage is the square of this ancient city, seen dimly in the night.... The time of our play is remote and I choose to think the world is flat, that comets are of evil prophecy and witches still ride on the windy moon...." Published in the same book as "Wappin' Wharf: A Frightful Comedy of Pirates", this story is subtitled "A Frightful Comedy of Beggars". The play describes skulduggery at the tavern with The Sign of The Greedy Pig. Will the beggars be hung as vagrants? Will true love triumph at the end? - Summary by Author and ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nTwist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nWhimp: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nBlat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSqueak: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nBallad Monger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMistress Trencher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nSyndic of the University: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>\nSurgeon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nStudent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nBombastes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nJules: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>\nWatchman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nApple Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nYank, the Hangman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBell-Ringer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nA Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nAn Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nAnother Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nA Third Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12568">Angelique G. Campbell</a><br>\nAn Old Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nA Voice in the Crowd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Direction: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-sign-of-the-greedy-pig-by-charles-s-brooks/ |
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12286 |
12985 |
Radio Boys on the Mexican Border |
Gerald Breckenridge |
Children's Fiction |
When Bob and Frank get in touch with their friend Jack in New Mexico via radio telephony, a desperate cry for help sends the Radio Boys on an adventure on the Mexican Border. - Summary by Chris Thompson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-radioboys-on-the-mexican-border-by-gerald-breckenridge/ |
bob frank get touch friend jack new mexico via radio telephony desperate cry help sends radio boys adventure mexican border summary chris thompson |
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12287 |
12986 |
Human Boy |
Eden Phillpotts |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
This collection of eleven short stories, both humorous and touching, about English school boys was published in 1900. The book was quite popular in its time. The author wrote two follow-up books: The Human Boy Again (1908) and The Human Boy And The War (1916). Eden Phillpotts was popular with the reading public and wrote prolifically novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and nonfiction. Clarification of the term fag: In an English public school a junior boy who performs menial tasks for a senior. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-human-boy-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
collection eleven short stories humorous touching english school boys published 1900 book quite popular time author wrote two follow up books human boy 1908 human boy war 1916 eden phillpotts popular reading public wrote prolifically novels short stories poetry plays nonfiction clarification term fag english public school junior boy performs menial tasks senior summary david wales |
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12288 |
12987 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XI, No 3, March 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xi-no-3-march-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
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12289 |
12988 |
Wanting is - What? |
Robert Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Robert Browning was an English poet and playwright whose mastery of the dramatic monologue made him one of the foremost Victorian poets. His poems are known for their irony, characterization, dark humour, social commentary, historical settings, and challenging vocabulary and syntax.\n\nWhen Browning died in 1889, he was regarded as a sage and philosopher-poet who through his writing had made contributions to Victorian social and political discourse. Unusually for a poet, societies for the study of his work were founded while he was still alive. Such Browning Societies remained common in Britain and the United States until the early 20th century. ( Wikipedia ) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/wanting-is-what-by-robert-browning/ |
robert browning english poet playwright whose mastery dramatic monologue made one foremost victorian poets poems known irony characterization dark humour social commentary historical settings challenging vocabulary syntax browning died 1889 regarded sage philosopher poet writing made contributions victorian social political discourse unusually poet societies study work founded still alive browning societies remained common britain united states early 20th century wikipedia |
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12989 |
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 10: European Leaders |
John Lord |
History |
Continuing the series with European Leaders, Dr. Lord discusses William IV, Sir Robert Peel, Cavour, Czar Nicholas, Louis Napoleon, Prince Bismarck, William Ewart Gladstone. (Summary by KHand) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-10-european-leaders-by-john-lord/ |
continuing series european leaders dr lord discusses william iv sir robert peel cavour czar nicholas louis napoleon prince bismarck william ewart gladstone summary khand |
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12291 |
12990 |
Poems |
Mary Coleridge |
Single author, Lyric |
Mary Coleridge was a novelist, essayist and biographer. She was also a talented poet, and her posthumously published verses are variously meditative, joyous, gothic, wistful and devotional. (Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-mary-coleridge/ |
mary coleridge novelist essayist biographer also talented poet posthumously published verses variously meditative joyous gothic wistful devotional newgatenovelist |
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12292 |
12991 |
London Labour and the London Poor Volume II |
Henry Mayhew |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (19th C) |
Subtitled, "A Cyclopaedia of the condition and earnings of those that will work, those that cannot work, and those that will not work."\n\n"The history of a people from the lips of the people themselves .. their labour, earnings, trials and sufferings, in their own unvarnished language, and to pourtray the condition of their homes and their families by personal observation of the places ..." "My earnest hope is that the book may serve to give the rich a more intimate knowledge of the sufferings, and the frequent heroism under those sufferings, of the poor ..."\n\nHenry Mayhew was a social researcher and journalist. He compiled a four volume work in minute detail on the lives of the poor in London, of which this is the second volume, published in 1816. - Summary by Peter Yearsley |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/london-labour-and-the-london-poor-volume-ii-by-henry-mayhew/ |
subtitled a cyclopaedia condition earnings work cannot work work the history people lips people labour earnings trials sufferings unvarnished language pourtray condition homes families personal observation places my earnest hope book may serve give rich intimate knowledge sufferings frequent heroism sufferings poor henry mayhew social researcher journalist compiled four volume work minute detail lives poor london second volume published 1816 summary peter yearsley |
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12293 |
12992 |
Spring of Joy: A Little Book of Healing |
Mary Webb |
Essays & Short Works |
Mary Webb was a novelist and poet and two of her novels "Gone to Earth" and "Precious Bane" have been successfully adapted for film and television. She was passionate about nature and particularly the Shropshire countryside where she grew up and spent much of her life. At the age of 20, she was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease known as Graves' disease, a thyroid condition. She was often confined to her bed but came to believe that her love of and connection with nature helped in her healing. \n"The Spring of Joy: A Little Book of Healing" published in 1917 is a collection of essays which celebrate the natural world with poetic and descriptive brilliance. It was actually written some years earlier while she was recovering from her first bout of illness. \nHer dedication for the book reads:\nTO THE WEARY AND WOUNDED\nIN THE BATTLE OF LIFE\nTHIS LITTLE BOOK IS LOVINGLY DEDICATED\n - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-spring-of-joy-a-little-book-of-healing-by-mary-webb/ |
mary webb novelist poet two novels gone earth precious bane successfully adapted film television passionate nature particularly shropshire countryside grew spent much life age 20 diagnosed autoimmune disease known graves disease thyroid condition often confined bed came believe love connection nature helped healing the spring joy little book healing published 1917 collection essays celebrate natural world poetic descriptive brilliance actually written years earlier recovering first bout illness dedication book reads weary wounded battle life little book lovingly dedicated summary noel badrian |
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12294 |
12993 |
Precious Bane |
Mary Webb |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Published in 1924, Precious Bane is a novel by Mary Webb (1881 - 1927) which touches on ambition, prejudice and hatred but also on the power of love. Prue Sarn is a farm girl in rural Shropshire during the period of the Napoleonic Wars and is viewed with suspicion by the local community because of having been born with a harelip. Her ambitious and domineering brother betrays her and her superstitious neighbours accuse her of witchcraft. An itinerant weaver Kester Woodseaves, makes his living by weaving for the local people in their homes. Like Prue, he loves the natural world and comes to recognises Prue's inner strength and beauty. ( Noel Badrian) |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/preciousbane0-by-mary-webb/ |
published 1924 precious bane novel mary webb 1881 1927 touches ambition prejudice hatred also power love prue sarn farm girl rural shropshire period napoleonic wars viewed suspicion local community born harelip ambitious domineering brother betrays superstitious neighbours accuse witchcraft itinerant weaver kester woodseaves makes living weaving local people homes like prue loves natural world comes recognises prue s inner strength beauty noel badrian |
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12295 |
12994 |
Nature And Art |
Elizabeth Inchbald |
|
This is a novel by the author of the play Lover's Vows which was mentioned in Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. William and Henry come to London after the death of their father. They were educated in starkly different ways, one represented by nature and another by art. This novel follows their paths in life, and the influence of their education on their respective choices. This book was popular when it was published and is still considered an important Jacobin Novel. The goal of Jacobin novels was to explain to the people the values of the French revolution to the lower classes by showing the evils of society. Other authors who wrote Jacobin novels are Charlotte Turner Smith and William Godwin. \n - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. |
English |
1796 |
https://librivox.org/nature-and-art-by-elizabeth-inchbald/ |
novel author play lover s vows mentioned mansfield park jane austen william henry come london death father educated starkly different ways one represented nature another art novel follows paths life influence education respective choices book popular published still considered important jacobin novel goal jacobin novels explain people values french revolution lower classes showing evils society authors wrote jacobin novels charlotte turner smith william godwin summary stav nisser wikipedia |
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12296 |
12995 |
Candide (version 3) |
Voltaire |
General Fiction |
Ever since 1759, when Voltaire wrote "Candide" in ridicule of the notion that this is the best of all possible worlds, this world has been a gayer place for readers. Voltaire wrote it in three days, and five or six generations have found that its laughter does not grow old. - Summary by Philip Littell |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/candide-by-voltaire-3/ |
ever since 1759 voltaire wrote candide ridicule notion best possible worlds world gayer place readers voltaire wrote three days five six generations found laughter grow old summary philip littell |
| 12327 |
12297 |
12996 |
Hemlock Avenue Mystery |
Lily A. Long |
Detective Fiction |
"The Hemlock Avenue Mystery" is one of a series of mysteries written by Lily Augusta Long using the pseudonym Roman Doubleday. <br><br> A lawyer is accused of killing a rival lawyer, both having battled in court on numerous occasions. A newspaper reporter following the case is bent on determining the facts behind the murder. As it happens, there are two women also suspected of participating in the crime, and a third who was apparently utterly unconscious of what had occurred. It's up to the reporter turned detective to unravel the clues, few as they are. - Summary by Roger Melin\n\n |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-hemlock-avenue-mystery-by-lily-a-long/ |
the hemlock avenue mystery one series mysteries written lily augusta long using pseudonym roman doubleday br br lawyer accused killing rival lawyer battled court numerous occasions newspaper reporter following case bent determining facts behind murder happens two women also suspected participating crime third apparently utterly unconscious occurred reporter turned detective unravel clues are summary roger melin |
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12298 |
12997 |
Marius the Epicurean, Volume 2 |
Walter Pater |
Historical Fiction, Ancient |
The conclusion of Pater's historico-philosophical novel about a young Roman nobleman's search for purpose and meaning. Set in the time of Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, the book traces its title character's encounters with the stoicism of Aurelius, Eastern philosophical and religious movements, and Christianity as they reacted with Marius's own innate Epicureanism. \n\nIn exploring these issues, Pater focuses on themes of adult development, as he notes the impact of Marius's childhood experiences as they inform his adult thinking; the value of the aesthetic life (a favorite idea of Pater's); and the appeal of religion.\n\nIn addition, the work is stylistically distinct for its attempt to use classical historical and philosophical texts \nto support and enrich a fictional narrative.\n\n(DrPGould with help from Wikipedia) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/marius-the-epicurean-volume-2-by-walter-pater/ |
conclusion pater s historico philosophical novel young roman nobleman s search purpose meaning set time caesar marcus aurelius antoninus book traces title character s encounters stoicism aurelius eastern philosophical religious movements christianity reacted marius s innate epicureanism exploring issues pater focuses themes adult development notes impact marius s childhood experiences inform adult thinking value aesthetic life a favorite idea pater s appeal religion addition work stylistically distinct attempt use classical historical philosophical texts support enrich fictional narrative drpgould help wikipedia |
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12299 |
12998 |
Excursion to the Lakes in Westmoreland and Cumberland, August 1773 |
William Hutchinson |
Travel & Geography |
In the summer of 1773, lawyer and antiquarian William Hutchinson set out from his home in County Durham on a tour of the English Lake District. Accompanied by his brother, George Allan, he travelled by horseback from Bowes to Penrith and Keswick, down through Grasmere and Ambleside to Kendal, and back via Kirkby Stephen to County Durham. When he returned home he wrote what may be the first guidebook to the Lakes. Written in a pre-Romantic era when English writers were just beginning to discover the delights of the scenic view, Hutchinson's account vividly describes a district that would soon be the haunt of literary giants such as Wordsworth, Southey, Matthew Arnold and Harriett Martineau. These recordings were made 'on site' as I followed in Hutchinson's footsteps during the cold and wet early spring of 2018. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1774 |
https://librivox.org/excursion-lakes-westmoreland-cumberland-by-william-hutchinson/ |
summer 1773 lawyer antiquarian william hutchinson set home county durham tour english lake district accompanied brother george allan travelled horseback bowes penrith keswick grasmere ambleside kendal back via kirkby stephen county durham returned home wrote may first guidebook lakes written pre romantic era english writers beginning discover delights scenic view hutchinson s account vividly describes district would soon haunt literary giants wordsworth southey matthew arnold harriett martineau recordings made on site followed hutchinson s footsteps cold wet early spring 2018 summary phil benson |
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12300 |
12999 |
History of the Jews in Russia and Poland, Volume 1 [of 3] From the Beginning until the Death of Alexander I (1825) |
Simon Dubnow |
History |
Simon Dubnow was born in 1860 to a poor Jewish family in Belarussian town of Mstsislaw and later became authority of Jewish history and an activist. Due to his Jewish origin, he had to move to St.Petersburg, Odessa, Vilna(Lithuania), St.Petersburg(2nd time), Kaunas(Lithuania), Berlin and finally Riga(Latvia) after Hitler came to power. When Nazi troops occupied Latvia 1941, he was moved with thousands of other Jews to Riga ghetto and was eventually killed. His life is a symbol of Jewish suffering in Eastern Europe in the first half of 20 century. This book is one of the most extensive and thorough study of the glory and suffering of the Jews in Russia and Poland for 2000 years. - Summary by S. S. Kim |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-jews-in-russia-and-poland-volume-1-of-3-from-the-beginning-until-the-death-of-alexander-i-1825-by-simon-dubnow/ |
simon dubnow born 1860 poor jewish family belarussian town mstsislaw later became authority jewish history activist due jewish origin move st petersburg odessa vilna lithuania st petersburg 2nd time kaunas lithuania berlin finally riga latvia hitler came power nazi troops occupied latvia 1941 moved thousands jews riga ghetto eventually killed life symbol jewish suffering eastern europe first half 20 century book one extensive thorough study glory suffering jews russia poland 2000 years summary s s kim |
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12301 |
13000 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 06) - The Odyssey (Book 06) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Z - Ὀδυσσέως ἄφιξις εἰς Φαιάκας.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 6. The Meeting Between Ulysses and Nausicaa.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 6 : Arrivée d’Ulysse chez les Phéaciens <br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-6-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία z ὀδυσσέως ἄφιξις εἰς φαιάκας br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 6 meeting ulysses nausicaa br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 6 arrivée d ulysse chez les phéaciens br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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12302 |
13001 |
Lines, On Hearing That Lady Byron Was Ill |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Single author |
Here is a bitterly sarcastic poem wherein a jilted Lord Byron spits out his distain for his estranged wife, Lady Byron, laying a curse upon her, accusing her of being a "moral Clytemnestra" (wife of Agamemnon, who conspired with her lover Aegisthus to murder her husband). The Byrons were only together 2 years before she fled to the safety of her parents' estate with their infant daughter and refused to see him henceforth, due to his debauchery, cruelty, and profligate spending of her money. Lord Byron was run out of Parlaiment and fled England for his scandalous behavior, and especially for having had an incestuous affair with his half-sister (with whom he had another daughter). But as he was a Lord, (and as he was a typical man of the period who considered himself his wife's Lord to do with as he pleased), he always blamed Lady Byron's high morals, unwillingness to speak up for him in public (he considered her silence treason), and what he perceived as her "unforgiveness" for his downfall. He often waged war with her in public through his poetry. Lord Byron left such a large body of letters, essays and "worlds' best" poetry, some don't realize he died at age 36. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lines-on-hearing-that-lady-byron-was-ill-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
bitterly sarcastic poem wherein jilted lord byron spits distain estranged wife lady byron laying curse upon her accusing moral clytemnestra wife agamemnon conspired lover aegisthus murder husband byrons together 2 years fled safety parents estate infant daughter refused see henceforth due debauchery cruelty profligate spending money lord byron run parlaiment fled england scandalous behavior especially incestuous affair half sister with another daughter lord and typical man period considered wife s lord pleased always blamed lady byron s high morals unwillingness speak public he considered silence treason perceived unforgiveness downfall often waged war public poetry lord byron left large body letters essays worlds best poetry realize died age 36 summary michele fry |
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12303 |
13002 |
Empty Sack |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
The book follows the fortunes of Jennie Follett, a New York artist’s model, and Teddy, her brother. After their father’s dismissal from his lowly position in the bank and his subsequent death, the family struggles financially. In desperation, Teddy steals money from the bank where he also works, with disastrous consequences. Jennie meanwhile agrees to marry Bob Collingham, a member of a seriously rich banking family, who has fallen in love with her. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-empty-sack-by-basil-king/ |
book follows fortunes jennie follett new york artist s model teddy brother father s dismissal lowly position bank subsequent death family struggles financially desperation teddy steals money bank also works disastrous consequences jennie meanwhile agrees marry bob collingham member seriously rich banking family fallen love her |
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12304 |
13003 |
Human Boy Again |
Eden Phillpotts |
Humorous Fiction, Short Stories, Single Author Collections |
Published in 1908, this is a further collection of twelve humorous short stories about English school boys. The author wrote two other books in this series: The Human Boy (1900) and The Human Boy And The War (1916). Eden Phillpotts was popular with the reading public and wrote prolifically novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and nonfiction. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-human-boy-again-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
published 1908 collection twelve humorous short stories english school boys author wrote two books series human boy 1900 human boy war 1916 eden phillpotts popular reading public wrote prolifically novels short stories poetry plays nonfiction summary david wales |
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13027 |
13770 |
Child Songs of Cheer |
Evaleen Stein |
Poetry |
This is a little volume of children's poetry by Indiana poet Evaleen Stein. The poems in this volume concern really anything that could be fun for children, from picking flowers to learning things in school to sledding in the winter. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/child-songs-of-cheer-by-evaleen-stein/ |
little volume children s poetry indiana poet evaleen stein poems volume concern really anything could fun children picking flowers learning things school sledding winter summary carolin |
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12306 |
13005 |
I Have Desired To Go |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Gerard Manley Hopkins SJ was an English poet and Jesuit priest, whose posthumous fame established him among the leading Victorian poets. His manipulation of prosody (particularly his concept of sprung rhythm and use of imagery) established him as an innovative writer of verse. Two of his major themes were nature and religion.\n - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/i-have-desired-to-go-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
gerard manley hopkins sj english poet jesuit priest whose posthumous fame established among leading victorian poets manipulation prosody particularly concept sprung rhythm use imagery established innovative writer verse two major themes nature religion summary wikipedia |
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12307 |
13006 |
Junior Classics Volume 2: Folk Tales & Myths |
William Patten |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Compilation of tales designed and arranged for young people. This volume covers tales from the North, the Rhine, Greece and Rome, tales from the Hudson River, and animal stories. - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-2-folk-tales-myths-by-various/ |
compilation tales designed arranged young people volume covers tales north rhine greece rome tales hudson river animal stories summary drpgould |
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12308 |
13008 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 03: Levitico |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El libro de Levítico comienza con el pueblo de Israel al pie del Monte Sinaí. La gloria del Señor acababa de llenar el tabernáculo (Éxodo 40: 34-38) y ahora Dios le dijo a Moisés que instruyera a los sacerdotes levitas y al pueblo de Israel con respecto a los sacrificios, ofrendas y adoración, la ordenación de Aarón y sus hijos, limpieza ceremonial , las fiestas y días santos, el Día de la Expiación, y el Año del Jubileo. El mensaje central de este libro es que Dios es santo y Él requiere que su pueblo sea santo. Pero el libro también muestra la gracia de Dios al proporcionar la expiación por el pecado a través del derramamiento de sangre. La mayoría de los judíos y cristianos reconocen a Moisés como el autor, y se cree que fue escrito en algún momento después de la promulgación de la Ley, alrededor de 1445 aC <br><br>\n\n\nThe book of Leviticus begins with the people of Israel at the foot of Mount Sinai. The glory of the Lord had just filled the tabernacle (Exodus 40: 34-38) and now God told Moses to instruct the Levite priests and the people of Israel regarding the sacrifices, offerings and worship, the ordination of Aaron and their children, ceremonial cleansing, the feasts and holy days, the Day of Atonement, and the Year of Jubilee. The central message of this book is that God is holy and He requires that his people be holy. But the book also shows the grace of God in providing the atonement for sin through the shedding of blood. Most Jews and Christians recognize Moses as the author, and it is believed that it was written sometime after the giving of the Law, around 1445 BC.\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-03-levitico-by-reina-valera/ |
el libro de levítico comienza con el pueblo de israel al pie del monte sinaí la gloria del señor acababa de llenar el tabernáculo éxodo 40 34 38 ahora dios le dijo moisés que instruyera los sacerdotes levitas al pueblo de israel con respecto los sacrificios ofrendas adoración la ordenación de aarón sus hijos limpieza ceremonial las fiestas días santos el día de la expiación el año del jubileo el mensaje central de este libro es que dios es santo él requiere que su pueblo sea santo pero el libro también muestra la gracia de dios al proporcionar la expiación por el pecado través del derramamiento de sangre la mayoría de los judíos cristianos reconocen moisés como el autor se cree que fue escrito en algún momento después de la promulgación de la ley alrededor de 1445 ac br br book leviticus begins people israel foot mount sinai glory lord filled tabernacle exodus 40 34 38 god told moses instruct levite priests people israel regarding sacrifices offerings worship ordination aaron children ceremonial cleansing feasts holy days day atonement year jubilee central message book god holy requires people holy book also shows grace god providing atonement sin shedding blood jews christians recognize moses author believed written sometime giving law around 1445 bc summary claudia r barrett |
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13009 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XI, No 4, April 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xi-no-4-april-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
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13010 |
Trelawny of the Wells |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
A theater, various actors and actresses, their admirers, financial backers, etc. The star Rose Trelawny wants to leave the stage for love, but it is not an easy thing to fit into conventional society after a life onstage. And not easy to go back to the stage either. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nTom Wrench: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFerdinand Gadd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nJames Telfer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6609">Patrick Wallace</a><br>\nAugustus Colpoys: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nRose Trelawny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nAvonia Bunn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMrs Telfer (Miss Violet Sylvester): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12620">Susan Ferman</a><br>\nImogen Parrott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nO'Dwyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12818">AidanVox</a><br>\nThe Gentleman (Mr Denzil): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12843">Tom Shortland</a><br>\nThe Lady (Miss Brewster): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995"> adr6090</a><br>\nVice-Chancellor Sir William Gower, Kt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nArthur Gower, his grandchild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nClara de Foenix, his grandchild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nMiss Trafalgar Gower: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nCaptain de Foenix: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12916">Peter Musgrove</a><br>\nMrs Mossop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMr Ablett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12827">Treefairy</a><br>\nCharles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12916">Peter Musgrove</a><br>\nSarah: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/trelawny-of-the-wells-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
theater various actors actresses admirers financial backers etc star rose trelawny wants leave stage love easy thing fit conventional society life onstage easy go back stage either summary toddhw br br cast list br tom wrench a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ferdinand gadd a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br james telfer a href https librivox org reader 6609 patrick wallace a br augustus colpoys a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br rose trelawny a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br avonia bunn a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mrs telfer miss violet sylvester a href https librivox org reader 12620 susan ferman a br imogen parrott a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br o dwyer a href https librivox org reader 12818 aidanvox a br gentleman mr denzil a href https librivox org reader 12843 tom shortland a br lady miss brewster a href https librivox org reader 10995 adr6090 a br vice chancellor sir william gower kt a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br arthur gower grandchild a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br clara de foenix grandchild a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br miss trafalgar gower a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br captain de foenix a href https librivox org reader 12916 peter musgrove a br mrs mossop a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mr ablett a href https librivox org reader 12827 treefairy a br charles a href https librivox org reader 12916 peter musgrove a br sarah a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
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13011 |
Psyche |
Molière |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Plays |
This is a very different Moliere, not the usual satire of everyday life. It is instead a classical tale based on the ancient story of Psyche and Cupid, and was performed for Louis XIV with ballet interludes to music by Jean-Baptiste Lully (which we do not include here) in 1671. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nJupiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nVenus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nLove; Cupid in Prologue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nZephyr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nAegiale, a Grace: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Crln Yldz Ksr</a><br>\nPhaëne, a Grace: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nThe King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPsyche: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nAglaura: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nCidippe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nCleomenes, a prince, Psyche's lover: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nAgenor, a prince, Psyche's lover: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nLycas, captain of the guards: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nRiver God: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nCupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nFlora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nNymph, chorus of divinities: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPalemon, god of streams: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nVertumnus, god of trees and fruit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nVulcan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nFirst Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nWoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nStage Directions and Editing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/psyche-by-moliere/ |
different moliere usual satire everyday life instead classical tale based ancient story psyche cupid performed louis xiv ballet interludes music jean baptiste lully which include here 1671 summary toddhw br br cast list br jupiter a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br venus a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br love cupid prologue a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br zephyr a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br aegiale grace a href https librivox org reader 5244 crln yldz ksr a br phaëne grace a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br king a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br psyche a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br aglaura a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br cidippe a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cleomenes prince psyche s lover a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br agenor prince psyche s lover a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br lycas captain guards a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br river god a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br cupid a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br flora a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br nymph chorus divinities a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br palemon god streams a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br vertumnus god trees fruit a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br vulcan a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br first man a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br second man a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br woman a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br stage directions editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13012 |
Key To Uncle Tom's Cabin |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
History |
After the publication of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, which many claim sparked off the Civil War that put an end to legalized slavery in America, there was a great outcry that Stowe had blown her fictional story out of all proportion to the facts. She was viewed by some as an irresponsible monster. Stowe defended herself by painstakingly publishing this Key, describing the actual people, incidents, statutes, court cases, news articles, advertisements, and published facts from whence she drew her material. She didn’t make anything up! Additionally, throughout this key, Stowe vents her own very strong opinions on the shameful practice of slavery, and examines, especially in Part IV, the failure of organized Christendom in both America and Europe to put a stop to the barbarity. "We must repudiate, with determined severity, the blasphemous doctrine of property in human beings." She and her famous brother, Rev. Henry Ward Beecher, were very active in the Underground Railroad, raising money and endangering themselves to save countless lives. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/a-key-to-uncle-toms-cabin-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
publication uncle tom s cabin many claim sparked civil war put end legalized slavery america great outcry stowe blown fictional story proportion facts viewed irresponsible monster stowe defended painstakingly publishing key describing actual people incidents statutes court cases news articles advertisements published facts whence drew material didn t make anything up additionally throughout key stowe vents strong opinions shameful practice slavery examines especially part iv failure organized christendom america europe put stop barbarity we must repudiate determined severity blasphemous doctrine property human beings famous brother rev henry ward beecher active underground railroad raising money endangering save countless lives summary michele fry |
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12313 |
13013 |
Doctor Quintard, Chaplain C.S.A. And Second Bishop Of Tennessee Being His Story Of The War (1861-1865) |
Charles Todd Quintard |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Charles Quintard (1824-1898) was an Episcopal priest who, in spite of his pro-Union stance, volunteered to be a chaplain in the Confederate army in the American Civil War. A sympathetic, warm, intellectual man loved by soldier and civilian alike, he volunteered because he felt that the soldiers from his local area needed him more than his local parish. Within four months of the end of the war, he was elected bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee, an election ratified by the Episcopal Church's General Convention in October. That election is considered a major step in the healing of the divisions in that church and indeed in the larger civil society. Bishop Quintard wrote this memoir in 1896, thirty-one years after the end of the war. The Preface, chapters 1, 15, and 16 were written by the editor, Arthur Howard Noll. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-quintard-chaplain-csa-and-second-bishop-of-tennessee-being-his-story-of-the-war-1861-1865-by-charles-todd-quintard/ |
charles quintard 1824 1898 episcopal priest who spite pro union stance volunteered chaplain confederate army american civil war sympathetic warm intellectual man loved soldier civilian alike volunteered felt soldiers local area needed local parish within four months end war elected bishop episcopal diocese tennessee election ratified episcopal church s general convention october election considered major step healing divisions church indeed larger civil society bishop quintard wrote memoir 1896 thirty one years end war preface chapters 1 15 16 written editor arthur howard noll summary david wales |
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12314 |
13014 |
Ship, an Isle, a Sickle Moon |
James Elroy Flecker |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Of all recent poets of his kind, Flecker is the most successful. The classical tradition of poetry has been mocked and mutilated by many of the noisy young in the last few years. Flecker was a poet who preserved the ancient balance in days in which want of balance was looked on as a sign of genius. That he was what is called a minor poet cannot be denied, but he was the most beautiful of recent minor poets. (from Old and New Masters (1919) by Robert Lynd; Ch 9 - James Elroy Flecker ) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-ship-an-isle-a-sickle-moon-by-james-elroy-flecker/ |
recent poets kind flecker successful classical tradition poetry mocked mutilated many noisy young last years flecker poet preserved ancient balance days want balance looked sign genius called minor poet cannot denied beautiful recent minor poets from old new masters 1919 robert lynd ch 9 james elroy flecker |
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12315 |
13015 |
World’s Story Volume III: Egypt, Africa and Arabia |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
This is the third volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part III include Egypt, Northern, Western and Central Africa, South Africa and Arabia. - Summary by Sonia\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list for The Death of Cleopatra:<BR>\n\nDolabella: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCharmian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a><br>\nCleopatra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nIras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nGuardsman: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a><br>\nClown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nFirst Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>\nSecond Guard: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nCaesar: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-iii-egypt-africa-and-arabia-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
third volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part iii include egypt northern western central africa south africa arabia summary sonia br br cast list death cleopatra br dolabella a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br charmian a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br cleopatra a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br iras a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br guardsman a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a br clown a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br first guard a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br second guard a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br caesar a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br |
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12316 |
13016 |
Manners for Men |
Mrs. Humphry |
Family & Relationships |
Many men who go out into the world while still very young to earn their living have few opportunities of acquiring a knowledge of social observances. Should this little manual of manners be of use to any such in enabling them to master the theory, as it were, of social customs in the educated classes, it will have attained its aim. (Mrs. Humphry) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/manners-for-men-by-mrs-humphry/ |
many men go world still young earn living opportunities acquiring knowledge social observances little manual manners use enabling master theory were social customs educated classes attained aim mrs humphry |
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12317 |
13017 |
Great Testimony against Scientific Cruelty |
Stephen Coleridge |
Animals, Medical, Modern (19th C) |
Vivisection is a pejorative term used by opponents of the practice of performing operations on live animals for the purpose of physiological or pathological research. While opposition to the use of living animals for experimentation is most often associated with PETA [People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, founded in 1980], opposition to use of live animals in physiology research dates back several centuries. Animal experimentation was particularly decried before the development of anesthesia. This book briefly describes the personal histories of twelve prominent critics of live experimentation in 19th century England. - Summary by JefferySmith |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/great-testimony-against-scientific-cruelty-by-stephen-coleridge/ |
vivisection pejorative term used opponents practice performing operations live animals purpose physiological pathological research opposition use living animals experimentation often associated peta people ethical treatment animals founded 1980 opposition use live animals physiology research dates back several centuries animal experimentation particularly decried development anesthesia book briefly describes personal histories twelve prominent critics live experimentation 19th century england summary jefferysmith |
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12318 |
13018 |
Swanhilde, and other Fairy Tales |
Wilhelm Hauff |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Wilhelm Hauff was a German poet and novelist, perhaps best known for his fairy tales (Märchen). Some of his stories, such as the Caliph Stork found in this volume, are popular in German-speaking countries to this day. In this book of fairy tales, we find the tale of the beautiful Swanhilde and various other stand-alone fairy tales, as well as a frame story "The Caravan" which includes multiple fairy tales within it. Hauff's freshness and originality shine through in these tales. (Foon) |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/swanhilde-by-wilhelm-hauff/ |
wilhelm hauff german poet novelist perhaps best known fairy tales märchen stories caliph stork found volume popular german speaking countries day book fairy tales find tale beautiful swanhilde various stand alone fairy tales well frame story the caravan includes multiple fairy tales within it hauff s freshness originality shine tales foon |
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12322 |
13024 |
Tausend und eine Nacht, Band 4 |
Unknown |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
Scheherazade oder Schehersad, die Tochter eines Wesirs, heiratete den König / Sultan, der die Angewohnheit hatte, seine Ehefrauen am ersten Tag nach der Hochzeit köpfen zu lassen. Schehersad jedoch begann ihm Geschichten zu erzählen, die am Ende der Nacht den Ausgang offen ließen und den Sultan dazu brachten, wenn er den Fortgang der Geschichte erfahren wollte, von einer Enthauptung abzusehen. Nach 1001 Nächten gestanden sich beide ihre Liebe und lebten glücklich bis...<br><br>Band 4 beinhaltet viele sehr kurze Geschichten und Fabeln, die teilweise in einzelnen Abschnitten zusammengefasst werden. Gegen Ende des 4. Bandes werden die Geschichten dann wieder länger und umfassen vier bis fünf Teile. Davon sind vieles Tiergeschichten, doch auch Kalifen, Diebe, Bettler und natürlich Liebende sidn Gegenstand der vielen Geschichten und Erzählungen. Summary by Bernd Ungerer |
German |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/tausend-und-eine-nacht-band-4-by-unknown/ |
scheherazade oder schehersad die tochter eines wesirs heiratete den könig sultan der die angewohnheit hatte seine ehefrauen ersten tag nach der hochzeit köpfen zu lassen schehersad jedoch begann ihm geschichten zu erzählen die ende der nacht den ausgang offen ließen und den sultan dazu brachten wenn er den fortgang der geschichte erfahren wollte von einer enthauptung abzusehen nach 1001 nächten gestanden sich beide ihre liebe und lebten glücklich bis br br band 4 beinhaltet viele sehr kurze geschichten und fabeln die teilweise einzelnen abschnitten zusammengefasst werden gegen ende des 4 bandes werden die geschichten dann wieder länger und umfassen vier bis fünf teile davon sind vieles tiergeschichten doch auch kalifen diebe bettler und natürlich liebende sidn gegenstand der vielen geschichten und erzählungen summary bernd ungerer |
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12323 |
13027 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 4: The Higher Life (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The fourth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes many notable religious and devotional poems and hymns from across the centuries, covering subjects such as the human experience; death; immortality; and Heaven. It also includes notable excerpts from John Milton's <i>Paradise Lost</i> and Dante Alighieri's <i>The Divine Comedy</i>. - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-4-the-higher-life-part-2-by-various/ |
fourth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes many notable religious devotional poems hymns across centuries covering subjects human experience death immortality heaven also includes notable excerpts john milton s i paradise lost i dante alighieri s i the divine comedy i summary tomas peter |
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12324 |
13029 |
Sonnetten |
Jacob Winkler Prins |
Sonnets |
Jacob Winkler Prins reisde veel en was een schilder. Hij besteedde veel tijd aan heide-ontginning op de Veluwe, om bloemen en planten te kunnen kweken. Als een auteur-schilder schreef hij realistische natuurpoëzie, geinspireerd door Shelley. Deze verzameling van 102 sonnetten was de eerste dichtbundel die hij publiceerde, na zowel onder het pseudoniem Kaspar Brandt als onder eigen naam romannen en verhalen gepubliceerd te hebben. Uit zijn gedichten blijkt duidelijk dat hij met een schilders-oog de wereld om hem heen bekeek en beschreef, en hij ziet de schoonheid in simpele dingen. Summary by Foon |
Dutch |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/sonnetten-by-jacob-winkler-prins/ |
jacob winkler prins reisde veel en een schilder hij besteedde veel tijd aan heide ontginning op de veluwe om bloemen en planten te kunnen kweken als een auteur schilder schreef hij realistische natuurpoëzie geinspireerd door shelley deze verzameling van 102 sonnetten de eerste dichtbundel die hij publiceerde na zowel onder het pseudoniem kaspar brandt als onder eigen naam romannen en verhalen gepubliceerd te hebben uit zijn gedichten blijkt duidelijk dat hij met een schilders oog de wereld om hem heen bekeek en beschreef en hij ziet de schoonheid simpele dingen summary foon |
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13030 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - May |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of May. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-may-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month may summary carolin |
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13031 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - June |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of June. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-june-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month june summary carolin |
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13032 |
Humorous Poems |
Ignatius Brennan |
Poetry |
This is a collection of fun poems by West Virginia poet M. Ignatius Brennan. In his poems, the poet makes fun of the people in his surroundings, and the society in which he lived. In most instances his humor is benevolent, but can turn malicious, for instance where Kentucky and Kentuckians are concerned. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/humorous-poems-by-ignatius-brennan/ |
collection fun poems west virginia poet m ignatius brennan poems poet makes fun people surroundings society lived instances humor benevolent turn malicious instance kentucky kentuckians concerned summary carolin |
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12328 |
13033 |
Gedichte |
Ferdinand Raimund |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von 12 Gedichten des österreichischen Schauspielers und Dramatikers Ferdinand Raimund. Der bekannte Künstler, dessen Gesicht sogar die 50 Schilling Banknote zierte, hat auch gelegentlich Gedichte verfasst. Auch in seiner Lyrik kommen die Qualitäten seiner Kunst, die ihn als Dramatiker berühmt gemacht haben, gut zur Geltung. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/gedichte-by-ferdinand-raimund/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von 12 gedichten des österreichischen schauspielers und dramatikers ferdinand raimund der bekannte künstler dessen gesicht sogar die 50 schilling banknote zierte hat auch gelegentlich gedichte verfasst auch seiner lyrik kommen die qualitäten seiner kunst die ihn als dramatiker berühmt gemacht haben gut zur geltung summary carolin |
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13034 |
Academische Gedichte |
Johann Philipp Lorenz Withof |
Poetry |
Johann Philipp Lorenz Withof war Arzt und Professor für Geschichte, Beredsamkeit und Moral in Duisburg. In seinen Gedichten beschäftigt sich der Autor nicht nur mit seinem akademischen Schwerpunkt, sondern schreibt auch sowohl leichtere als auch nachdenkliche Gedichte über das Leben. - Zusammenfassung von Carolin |
German |
1782 |
https://librivox.org/academische-gedichte-by-johann-philipp-lorenz-withof/ |
johann philipp lorenz withof war arzt und professor für geschichte beredsamkeit und moral duisburg seinen gedichten beschäftigt sich der autor nicht nur mit seinem akademischen schwerpunkt sondern schreibt auch sowohl leichtere als auch nachdenkliche gedichte über das leben zusammenfassung von carolin |
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13035 |
Life of Rev. Henry Martyn |
John Hall |
Religion, Biography & Autobiography |
Henry Martyn (1781-1812), a brilliant and ambitious young student in Cambridge, England, was led by God to be a missionary to India and Persia. While pastoring, starting schools, and teaching the locals as well as Europeans through his role as chaplain for the East India Company, he worked on several far-reaching Bible translations. All this despite much weakness and illness due to harsh climates and difficult travels. This short life of 31 years is a testament to the power of God to work through one life fully dedicated to Him. (Summary by HannahMary) |
English |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-rev-henry-martyn-by-john-hall/ |
henry martyn 1781 1812 brilliant ambitious young student cambridge england led god missionary india persia pastoring starting schools teaching locals well europeans role chaplain east india company worked several far reaching bible translations despite much weakness illness due harsh climates difficult travels short life 31 years testament power god work one life fully dedicated him summary hannahmary |
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13036 |
Lust of Hate |
Guy Boothby |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is the third Dr Nikola book in a series of five written by Guy Boothby. The main character is Gilbert Pennethorne a man whom "Lady luck" has deserted. A number of commercial failures, estrangement from his family, Unsuccessful gold prospecting in Australia and finally having the location of one of the richest undiscovered gold mines in the world stolen from him by a man whom he classifies as his worst enemy. This tips him over the edge of normal reason, such that his desire for revenge is all consuming.\n\nThis gives Dr Nikola, ever the master manipulator, the opportunity to utilise Pennethorne’s hatred to his financial advantage by convincing him to murder Richard Bartrand the thief of the mine (now a multi millionaire) in a devilish and bizarre mechanical method. After the deed is done, Pennethorne, essentially a decent man, realises his serious error in being an accomplice to Nikola and flees the country en route for South Africa. Thus his adventures at sea and on land begin and his true nature is divulged. (Peter Keeble) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-lust-of-hate-by-guy-boothby/ |
third dr nikola book series five written guy boothby main character gilbert pennethorne man lady luck deserted number commercial failures estrangement family unsuccessful gold prospecting australia finally location one richest undiscovered gold mines world stolen man classifies worst enemy tips edge normal reason desire revenge consuming gives dr nikola ever master manipulator opportunity utilise pennethorne s hatred financial advantage convincing murder richard bartrand thief mine now multi millionaire devilish bizarre mechanical method deed done pennethorne essentially decent man realises serious error accomplice nikola flees country en route south africa thus adventures sea land begin true nature divulged peter keeble |
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13037 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 9 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 9 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 12:49 - 14:20. - Summary by The Reader |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-9-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 9 commentary st john s gospel covers john 12 49 14 20 summary reader |
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13038 |
Pioneer work in the Alps of New Zealand; a record of the first exploration of the chief glaciers and ranges of the Southern Alps |
Arthur Paul Harper |
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“Situated as we were at Camp 2, in fine rata bush, with a luxuriant undergrowth of tree-ferns and other plants - which in England would be called semi-tropical vegetation, - it was difficult to believe that we were a mile and a half up and 300 ft. above a glacier. Through an opening in the trees in front of our batwing, lofty snow-capped peaks could be seen a mile away across the valley, rising in precipices from steep slopes, clothed with dark green bush ; while below, a pure white glacier flowed at our feet, presenting as fine an instance of crevassed and broken ice as could be wished.” (Arthur Paul Harper, Excerpt from Chapter 4 describing a view of the Franz Josef glacier.)\n\nIn Pioneer Work in the Alps of New Zealand Arthur Paul Harper describes his travels, observations and adventures during 1893, 1894 and 1895 when he was employed by the New Zealand Government to explore, survey and map the Westland valleys, peaks and glaciers in the grand and beautiful central portion of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. In the first two years he worked alongside the legendary surveyor and West Coast explorer Charlie Douglas, but had other companions for his travels and also worked much of the time on his own. The work was hard. The travel, food and camping were rough and there were plenty of adventures. They carried, on their backs, all their supplies and equipment for extensive periods of work in remote temperate rain-forest and mountainous country. There were few tracks (trails) to aid their travels through thick forest and scrub, and no maps. Indeed, it was their job to provide the information to form the basis of maps and possibly of road links between the east and west sides of the South Island.\n\nAt the end, Harper writes “If the foregoing pages induce any persons to make an attempt to visit the Southern Alps for pleasure, or in pursuit of science or adventure, and if they cause the authorities to value properly one of the finest assets in the wealth of the colony, I shall feel that my work has produced some tangible result.” The history and present extent of tourism on the New Zealand West Coast shows that Harper's work has indeed produced tangible results, for better or for worse.\n\nArthur Paul Harper was New Zealand born and received his education in New Zealand and Britain. He was a lawyer, mountaineer (member of the Alpine Club of London and an instigator of the Federated Mountain Clubs of New Zealand) and photographer. His father, Leonard Harper, also was an early European explorer in New Zealand and gave his name to Harper Pass, a link between the east and west coasts. In the South Island of New Zealand, at least 17 places (peaks, passes, glaciers, rivers, rocks, huts) are named after Leonard and Arthur Harper. (summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/pioneer-work-alps-new-zealand-by-arthur-paul-harper/ |
situated camp 2 fine rata bush luxuriant undergrowth tree ferns plants england would called semi tropical vegetation difficult believe mile half 300 ft glacier opening trees front batwing lofty snow capped peaks could seen mile away across valley rising precipices steep slopes clothed dark green bush below pure white glacier flowed feet presenting fine instance crevassed broken ice could wished arthur paul harper excerpt chapter 4 describing view franz josef glacier pioneer work alps new zealand arthur paul harper describes travels observations adventures 1893 1894 1895 employed new zealand government explore survey map westland valleys peaks glaciers grand beautiful central portion new zealand s southern alps first two years worked alongside legendary surveyor west coast explorer charlie douglas companions travels also worked much time own work hard travel food camping rough plenty adventures carried backs supplies equipment extensive periods work remote temperate rain forest mountainous country tracks trails aid travels thick forest scrub maps indeed job provide information form basis maps possibly road links east west sides south island end harper writes if foregoing pages induce persons make attempt visit southern alps pleasure pursuit science adventure cause authorities value properly one finest assets wealth colony shall feel work produced tangible result history present extent tourism new zealand west coast shows harper s work indeed produced tangible results better worse arthur paul harper new zealand born received education new zealand britain lawyer mountaineer member alpine club london instigator federated mountain clubs new zealand photographer father leonard harper also early european explorer new zealand gave name harper pass link east west coasts south island new zealand least 17 places peaks passes glaciers rivers rocks huts named leonard arthur harper summary gail timmerman vaughan |
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Freedom of the Will |
Jonathan Edwards |
Christianity - Other |
As religion is the great business, for which we are created, and on which our happiness depends; and as religion consists in an intercourse between ourselves and our Maker; and so has its foundation in God's nature and ours, and in the relation that God and we stand in to each other; therefore a true knowledge of both must be needful in order to true religion. But the knowledge of ourselves consists chiefly in right apprehensions concerning those two chief faculties of our nature, the Understanding and Will. Both are very important: yet the science of the latter must be confessed to be of greatest moment; inasmuch as all virtue and religion have their seat more immediately in the will, consisting more especially in right acts and habits of this faculty. And the grand question about the Freedom of the Will, is the main point that belongs to the science of the Will. Therefore I say, the importance of this subject greatly demands the attention of Christians, and especially of Divines. - Summary from the preface |
English |
1804 |
https://librivox.org/the-freedom-of-the-will-by-jonathan-edwards/ |
religion great business created happiness depends religion consists intercourse maker foundation god s nature ours relation god stand other therefore true knowledge must needful order true religion knowledge consists chiefly right apprehensions concerning two chief faculties nature understanding will important yet science latter must confessed greatest moment inasmuch virtue religion seat immediately will consisting especially right acts habits faculty grand question freedom will main point belongs science will therefore say importance subject greatly demands attention christians especially divines summary preface |
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13040 |
Zweikampf |
Heinrich von Kleist |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Im späten Mittelalter wird der Adlige Herzog Wilhelm von Breysach heimtückisch durch einen Pfeil ermordet. Die Nachforschungen ergeben, dass der kunstvoll gefertigte Pfeil für den Bruder des Ermordeten, Graf Jakob den Rotbart, geschmiedet worden ist. Sollte er tatsächlich aus Machtgier seinen eigenen Bruder ermordet haben? Graf Jakob leugnet und gibt als Alibi an, dass er in der Mordnacht bei der schönen und unbescholtenen Witwe Frau Wittib Littegarde von Auerstein gewesen sei -- eine Anschuldigung, die jene edle Frau in höchste Bedrängnis bringt... Die Aufklärung dieses Mordfalls in einer Zeit voller Intrigen und politischer Ränke macht den Text Kleists zu einem Vorläufer der Kriminalerzählung. Erst im 20. Jahrhundert setzte ein verstärktes Interesse für diese Erzählung ein, die nach ihrer Entstehung lange Zeit im Schatten von Kleists übrigem Schaffen stand. - Summary by Boris |
German |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/der-zweikampf-by-heinrich-von-kleist/ |
im späten mittelalter wird der adlige herzog wilhelm von breysach heimtückisch durch einen pfeil ermordet die nachforschungen ergeben dass der kunstvoll gefertigte pfeil für den bruder des ermordeten graf jakob den rotbart geschmiedet worden ist sollte er tatsächlich aus machtgier seinen eigenen bruder ermordet haben graf jakob leugnet und gibt als alibi an dass er der mordnacht bei der schönen und unbescholtenen witwe frau wittib littegarde von auerstein gewesen sei eine anschuldigung die jene edle frau höchste bedrängnis bringt die aufklärung dieses mordfalls einer zeit voller intrigen und politischer ränke macht den text kleists zu einem vorläufer der kriminalerzählung erst im 20 jahrhundert setzte ein verstärktes interesse für diese erzählung ein die nach ihrer entstehung lange zeit im schatten von kleists übrigem schaffen stand summary boris |
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13771 |
Verses Popular and Humorous |
Henry Lawson |
Poetry |
This is a volume of humorous poems by Australian poet Henry Lawson. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/verses-popular-and-humorous-by-henry-lawson/ |
volume humorous poems australian poet henry lawson summary carolin |
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12336 |
13041 |
Med Ship Man (version 2) |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
Scattered through the galaxy are thousands of worlds colonized by humans. Many have native microbes dangerous to the human immigrants. Others have diseases brought to them accidentally—or on purpose—by visiting ships. When millions of lives are threatened, it's a job for the Interstellar Medical Service, and a Med Ship is sent to solve the problem.\n\nCalhoun is the best the Med Service has, and hard experience has taught him that often the major obstacle to curing the sick is ... the sick. And removing that kind of obstacle may take very strong medicine. To find a cure for a disease, Calhoun has the help of his small animal companion Murgatroyd, a formal—a species with the most powerful immune system in the galaxy. But to find a cure for hysteria, prejudice, crime, and even war is much more complicated, requiring considerable ingenuity. Fortunately, ingenuity is something that Calhoun has in good supply... In this story Calhoon finds a planet where all the people have fled and he must find out why. - Summary by Wikipedia and Phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/med-ship-man-version-2-by-murray-leinster/ |
scattered galaxy thousands worlds colonized humans many native microbes dangerous human immigrants others diseases brought accidentally or purpose by visiting ships millions lives threatened job interstellar medical service med ship sent solve problem calhoun best med service has hard experience taught often major obstacle curing sick sick removing kind obstacle may take strong medicine find cure disease calhoun help small animal companion murgatroyd formal a species powerful immune system galaxy find cure hysteria prejudice crime even war much complicated requiring considerable ingenuity fortunately ingenuity something calhoun good supply story calhoon finds planet people fled must find why summary wikipedia phil chenevert |
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13042 |
Pied Beauty |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
In the Author's Preface to Poems of Gerard Manley Hopkins, he describes this poem as Curtal-Sonnet "that is they are constructed in proportions resembling those of the sonnet proper, namely 6 + 4 instead of 8 + 6, with however a halfline tailpiece (so that the equation is rather 12/8 + 9/2 = 21/2 + 10 1/2)." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/pied-beauty-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
author s preface poems gerard manley hopkins describes poem curtal sonnet that constructed proportions resembling sonnet proper namely 6 4 instead 8 6 however halfline tailpiece so equation rather 12 8 9 2 21 2 10 1 2 summary wikipedia |
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13043 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1849 - 1856) |
Millard Fillmore |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, and Franklin Pierce. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1849-1856-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses zachary taylor millard fillmore franklin pierce summary wikipedia linette geisel |
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13044 |
Haunted Palace |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
"The Haunted Palace" originally issued in the Baltimore American Museum for April, 1888, was subsequently embodied in that much admired tale, "The Fall of the House of Usher," and published in it in Burton's Gentleman's Magazine for September, 1839. It reappeared in that as a separate poem in the 1845 edition of Poe's poems. \n (Note on <i>The Haunted House</i> from <i>The Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe</i>) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-palace-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
the haunted palace originally issued baltimore american museum april 1888 subsequently embodied much admired tale the fall house usher published burton s gentleman s magazine september 1839 reappeared separate poem 1845 edition poe s poems note i the haunted house i i the complete poetical works edgar allan poe i |
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12340 |
13045 |
Nevi’im (JPSA) 07: Judges |
Jewish Publication Society of America |
Bibles |
The Book of Judges (Shoftim) is the second of the former prophets within Nevi’im. The book of Judges covers the time between the conquest described in the Book of Joshua and the establishment of a kingdom in the Books of Samuel, during which Biblical judges served as temporary leaders.\nJudges, tell of the struggle of the people to possess the land. When the people are unfaithful, G_d delivers them into the hands of their enemies; once the people repent, mercy is given, a Judge delivers them from oppression until the cycle repeats. \nJudges concludes with two appendices (17:1–21:25), giving two stories set in the time of the Judges, but not discussing the Judges themselves. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/neviim-jpsa-07-judges-by-jewish-publication-society-of-america/ |
book judges shoftim second former prophets within nevi im book judges covers time conquest described book joshua establishment kingdom books samuel biblical judges served temporary leaders judges tell struggle people possess land people unfaithful g_d delivers hands enemies people repent mercy given judge delivers oppression cycle repeats judges concludes two appendices 17 1 21 25 giving two stories set time judges discussing judges themselves summary wikipedia linette geisel |
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13046 |
Flemington |
Violet Jacob |
Historical Fiction |
This adventure historical fiction novel is set in Angus, Scotland during the Jacobite rebellion of 1745. It has all the elements of a good war novel: spies, betrayals, politics, and even a love story (but not quite what you expect). This is a smart novel with wise insights into human nature, the different choices people make during a conflict, and the coping mechanisms of those who were left behind. This novel will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love with the landscape of Scotland. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/flemington-by-violet-jacob/ |
adventure historical fiction novel set angus scotland jacobite rebellion 1745 elements good war novel spies betrayals politics even love story but quite expect smart novel wise insights human nature different choices people make conflict coping mechanisms left behind novel make laugh cry fall love landscape scotland summary stav nisser |
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12342 |
13047 |
Trivia, or The Art of Walking the Streets of London |
John Gay |
Single author |
John Gay's Trivia is a satirical guide to walking the streets of London, written in mock heroic style. Learn how to avoid pickpockets, wig thieves, falling masonry and the contents of chamber pots, and above all else how to dress well for all weathers and avoid mud splatters. Your daily walk will never be the same again! ( Phil Benson) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/trivia-by-john-gay/ |
john gay s trivia satirical guide walking streets london written mock heroic style learn avoid pickpockets wig thieves falling masonry contents chamber pots else dress well weathers avoid mud splatters daily walk never again phil benson |
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13049 |
Confessions of a Daddy |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Family Life |
The wry humor of Ellis Parker Butler, who gave us the classic Pigs Is Pigs, takes us into his own married life where Marthy and Hiram live quietly in their Colorado town. They don't have trouble with anyone of their neighbors. Why should they, as they don't have any kids that could cause the neighbors trouble? And oh, luckily they don't have kids because how could Hiram otherwise afford to give his wife, Marthy a new silk dress? Really lucky. The neighbors kids are cute and all but ugh, they are much better off without kids and their expenses and sicknesses and trouble. Except that one boy, well, he's cool, Hiram wouldn't mind having him around and teaching him how to fish. Or maybe the neighbors youngest daughter, shes so nice. All of this superiority changes when they expect a child of their own and then the poor little thing is born. Funny, poignant and oh, so true! (summary by Carolin and Phil Chenevert ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-confessions-of-a-daddy-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
wry humor ellis parker butler gave us classic pigs pigs takes us married life marthy hiram live quietly colorado town trouble anyone neighbors they kids could cause neighbors trouble oh luckily kids could hiram otherwise afford give wife marthy new silk dress really lucky neighbors kids cute ugh much better without kids expenses sicknesses trouble except one boy well he s cool hiram mind around teaching fish maybe neighbors youngest daughter shes nice superiority changes expect child poor little thing born funny poignant oh true summary carolin phil chenevert |
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13050 |
Gunsight Pass: How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West |
William MacLeod Raine |
Westerns |
Dave Sanders, a young Arizona cowboy, is a classic western hero: honest, brave, intelligent and caring. This is a story of how he navigates the snake-infested territory of the Old West, dealing with all manner of scalawag and scoundrel and fending for his friends, his horse, his life and freedom, as he is wrongly accused of murder. - Summary by Scotty |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/gunsight-pass-how-oil-came-to-the-cattle-country-and-brought-a-new-west-by-william-macleod-raine/ |
dave sanders young arizona cowboy classic western hero honest brave intelligent caring story navigates snake infested territory old west dealing manner scalawag scoundrel fending friends horse life freedom wrongly accused murder summary scotty |
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13051 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 058 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. The human condition is variously explored in Chesterton's essay "The Contented Man," Shōtoku Taishi's "Laws" outlining the proper relationships between rulers and governed in 7th century Japan, the Egyptian "Story of Sinuhe" composed circa 1800 B.C. with its theme of divine providence and mercy, "The Four Minute Men of Chicago" invoking patriotism during World War I, and in Arthur Moss' secularist essay "Natural Man." Contributing to this exploration are selections from Locke's "Essay Concerning Humane Understanding," an exchange between Johann Fichte and Immanuel Kant on the subject of censorship, and an excerpt from medieval theologian Peter Lombard's "Books of Sentences." \n<br><br>\nThe Natural World is the subject of several readings: Anna Brassey's thrilling account of her ascent of the Hawaiian volcano Kilauea, Leopold Claremont's essay on mining jewel stones in Ceylon, an entomologist's praise of toads, and a history of the cochineal trade in Mexico and the Canary islands. "Harriet Hosmer" profiles the career of an eminent 19th century woman sculptor.\n<br><br>\nFoibles and fables round out the collection. In "A Tight Squeeze for Uncle George," a small boy is smitten with the theater after an outing with his uncle but gets in trouble at home when he tries to duplicate the bright lights and magic of the stage in his basement. Lastly, a charlatan in Alaska hawks doctored photographs of Muir's glacier with a "Silent City" rising out of the ice. (summary by Sue Anderson)\n<br><br>\nThe Story of Sinuhe was translated by Sir Alan H. Gardiner\n"Johann Fichte and Immanuel Kant on Censorship" is a set of two letters, the first written by Fichte, and the reply by Kant. The letters were translated by William Smith (1816-1896). |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-058-by-various/ |
sixteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers human condition variously explored chesterton s essay the contented man shōtoku taishi s laws outlining proper relationships rulers governed 7th century japan egyptian story sinuhe composed circa 1800 b c theme divine providence mercy the four minute men chicago invoking patriotism world war i arthur moss secularist essay natural man contributing exploration selections locke s essay concerning humane understanding exchange johann fichte immanuel kant subject censorship excerpt medieval theologian peter lombard s books sentences br br natural world subject several readings anna brassey s thrilling account ascent hawaiian volcano kilauea leopold claremont s essay mining jewel stones ceylon entomologist s praise toads history cochineal trade mexico canary islands harriet hosmer profiles career eminent 19th century woman sculptor br br foibles fables round collection a tight squeeze uncle george small boy smitten theater outing uncle gets trouble home tries duplicate bright lights magic stage basement lastly charlatan alaska hawks doctored photographs muir s glacier silent city rising ice summary sue anderson br br story sinuhe translated sir alan h gardiner johann fichte immanuel kant censorship set two letters first written fichte reply kant letters translated william smith 1816 1896 |
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Love Affairs of Pixie |
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
This is the third book of the Pixie O’Shaughnessy trilogy. In a story of love lost and found, Pixie matures from an inexperienced young lass into a wise woman. - Summary by Judith Mason |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-love-affairs-of-pixie-by-mrs-george-de-horne-vaizey/ |
third book pixie o shaughnessy trilogy story love lost found pixie matures inexperienced young lass wise woman summary judith mason |
| 12375 |
12348 |
13053 |
Violet Osborne - Trilogy |
Emily Ponsonby |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Romance |
"This book is in turns funny and sad. Violet Osborne is a very beloved child with no financial problems. She is both beautiful and good, and of course she must be happy. Yet, as we learn, she is a manipulative and overbearing woman who would do anything to get her way. This book tells us about her life as a girl, and takes us through her marriage and motherhood. It is a pleasant read, as the book is so witty and charming and the descriptions are very realistic". Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/violet-osborne-trilogy-by-emily-ponsonby/ |
this book turns funny sad violet osborne beloved child financial problems beautiful good course must happy yet learn manipulative overbearing woman would anything get way book tells us life girl takes us marriage motherhood pleasant read book witty charming descriptions realistic summary stav nisser |
| 12376 |
12349 |
13054 |
Stories Weird and Wonderful |
Joyce Emmerson Muddock |
Single Author Collections |
A collection of tales written by J.E. Muddock. All these stories are dark in atmosphere and subject matter. |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/stories-weird-and-wonderful-by-joyce-emmerson-muddock/ |
collection tales written j e muddock stories dark atmosphere subject matter |
| 12377 |
12350 |
13055 |
Shaggy Man of Oz |
Jack Snow |
General |
The Shaggy Man of Oz (1949) is the thirty-eighth in the series of Oz books created by L. Frank Baum and his successors, and the second by Jack Snow. Jack Snow modernised Oz, so this book has airplanes and TV screens, but he otherwise based his work strictly on Frank Baum's original material.</p>\nAbbadiah and Zebbidiah Jones are twins from Buffalo, New York; they prefer to go by their nicknames, Twink and Tom. While the twins are watching the TV one afternoon, the normal picture changes into a strangely beautiful scene with a castle in the background. They are confronted by a living toy clown, a duplicate of the familiar toy they have named Twoffle. This living version, who calls himself Twiffle, persuades them to walk into the screen before them; the two children find themselves magically transported into Oz where they meet Princess Ozma, the Nome King, the King of the Fairy Beavers and many other beloved places and characters from Frank Baum's original Oz books, and some from "John Dough and the Cherub" also by Frank Baum. (Beth Thomas and Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1949 |
https://librivox.org/shaggy-man-of-oz-by-jack-snow/ |
shaggy man oz 1949 thirty eighth series oz books created l frank baum successors second jack snow jack snow modernised oz book airplanes tv screens otherwise based work strictly frank baum s original material p abbadiah zebbidiah jones twins buffalo new york prefer go nicknames twink tom twins watching tv one afternoon normal picture changes strangely beautiful scene castle background confronted living toy clown duplicate familiar toy named twoffle living version calls twiffle persuades walk screen them two children find magically transported oz meet princess ozma nome king king fairy beavers many beloved places characters frank baum s original oz books john dough cherub also frank baum beth thomas wikipedia p |
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12351 |
13056 |
Mystery of the Ambush in India |
Andy Adams |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Another Biff Brewster adventure story set this time in exotic and mystical India with much of the action around and near the Himalayas. This story brings together all of the friends that Biff Brewster has made in his previous adventures plus a couple of new friends, and involves his father and Uncle Charles once again, and the other members of his family. Some of the events are spectacular, and tension is held by the involvement of an international spy and other situations including riots in Calcutta, poisonous snakes, a mad tiger, and wild bears, as well as a strange religious cult. </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-the-ambush-in-india-by-andy-adams/ |
another biff brewster adventure story set time exotic mystical india much action around near himalayas story brings together friends biff brewster made previous adventures plus couple new friends involves father uncle charles again members family events spectacular tension held involvement international spy situations including riots calcutta poisonous snakes mad tiger wild bears well strange religious cult p |
| 12379 |
12352 |
13057 |
Song: Eternity of Love Protested |
Thomas Carew |
Poetry |
Thomas Carew (pronounced "Carey") (1595 - 1640) was one of the Cavalier poets, a group associated with the unfortunate King Charles I, who was a notable connoisseur of poetry. Other poets in this school included Robert Herrick, Richard Lovelace. John Suckling and Ben Jonson. Carew’s verse generally eschews epic and grandiose subjects, and focuses on more intimate and profane matters. In the words of Edmund Gosse: “Carew's poems, at their best, are brilliant lyrics of the purely sensuous order.” - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/song-eternity-of-love-protested-by-thomas-carew/ |
thomas carew pronounced carey 1595 1640 one cavalier poets group associated unfortunate king charles i notable connoisseur poetry poets school included robert herrick richard lovelace john suckling ben jonson carew s verse generally eschews epic grandiose subjects focuses intimate profane matters words edmund gosse carew s poems best brilliant lyrics purely sensuous order summary algy pug |
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12353 |
13058 |
Tale of Snowball Lamb |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Another Tuck-Me-In book from Arthur Scott Bailey. This time still in Pleasant Valley, we find ourselves on the Green Farm where Johnnie got a lamb from his father. The regular cast of animals and birds from the "Tales" books are still to be found participating in life in the valley. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-snowball-lamb-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
another tuck me in book arthur scott bailey time still pleasant valley find green farm johnnie got lamb father regular cast animals birds tales books still found participating life valley summary lynda marie neilson |
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12354 |
13059 |
Tale of Jimmy Rabbit |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
From his Tuck-Me-In series, Arthur Scott Bailey wrote many "Tales" books about animals and birds to be read to children for bed-time stories. This story is about Jimmy Rabbit and his friends (who are focused on in other books) in Pleasant Valley. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-jimmy-rabbit-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
tuck me in series arthur scott bailey wrote many tales books animals birds read children bed time stories story jimmy rabbit friends who focused books pleasant valley summary lynda marie neilson |
| 12382 |
12355 |
13060 |
Sonnets and Poems |
John Masefield |
Single author |
47 poems, most of them sonnets, most on the subjects of beauty and death, touching the mystery just beyond the known. - Summary by Josh Mitteldorf |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-and-poems-by-john-masefield/ |
47 poems sonnets subjects beauty death touching mystery beyond known summary josh mitteldorf |
| 12383 |
12356 |
13061 |
Mind That Found Itself An Autobiography |
Clifford Whittingham Beers |
Biography & Autobiography |
At twenty-four, Clifford Beers, Yale graduate and son of an old New England family, was confined to a mental institution, where he experienced and saw terrible mistreatment of patients. Eight years later, after his time in another institution, he wrote A Mind That Found Itself, exposing the inhumane conditions of these institutions. Beers went on to found an outpatient center for mental health, the Clifford Beers Clinic, in 1913, and is considered the founder of the American Mental Hygiene Movement. - Summary from Wikipedia) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-mind-that-found-itself-an-autobiography-by-clifford-whittingham-beers/ |
twenty four clifford beers yale graduate son old new england family confined mental institution experienced saw terrible mistreatment patients eight years later time another institution wrote mind found itself exposing inhumane conditions institutions beers went found outpatient center mental health clifford beers clinic 1913 considered founder american mental hygiene movement summary wikipedia |
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12357 |
13062 |
Captain Cook |
Walter Besant |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Nature |
James Cook (1728-1779), British explorer, navigator, cartographer, and captain in the Royal Navy was the son of a farm laborer. Apprenticed to a grocer, he ran away to sea. He saw hard service in the Baltic as a merchant seaman, while applying himself to the study of mathematics, navigation, and astronomy. In 1755 he volunteered for the Royal Navy, working his way up to captain. This little biography by Walter Besant, chronicles Cook's three voyages of discovery and his violent death in Hawaii. Cook replaced vague mythology with accurate observations of people and places, animals and plants. Of his achievements Besant writes, "We seek St. Brendan's Island and Terra Australis Incognita; and we find New Zealand and Cape Horn, the Continent of Australia, and the great Pacific Ocean, studded with islands as the firmament is studded by the stars." (Pamela Nagami, M.D.),\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/captain-cook-by-walter-besant/ |
james cook 1728 1779 british explorer navigator cartographer captain royal navy son farm laborer apprenticed grocer ran away sea saw hard service baltic merchant seaman applying study mathematics navigation astronomy 1755 volunteered royal navy working way captain little biography walter besant chronicles cook s three voyages discovery violent death hawaii cook replaced vague mythology accurate observations people places animals plants achievements besant writes we seek st brendan s island terra australis incognita find new zealand cape horn continent australia great pacific ocean studded islands firmament studded stars pamela nagami m d |
| 12385 |
12358 |
13063 |
Freaks on the Fells: Three Months' Rustication, Story 1 |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
In this first story in Freaks on the Fells, Mr Sudberry, a successful London merchant takes his family on a Scottish highlands vacation. Over the course of the summer the family has lots of exciting adventures near and around the farm and adjoining fishing stream. - Summary by Linny |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/freaks-on-the-fells-three-months-rustication-story-1-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
first story freaks fells mr sudberry successful london merchant takes family scottish highlands vacation course summer family lots exciting adventures near around farm adjoining fishing stream summary linny |
| 12386 |
12359 |
13064 |
Merirosvo |
Frederick Marryat |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Frederick Marryatin Merirosvo on meriaiheinen seikkailukertomus, joka kertoo kaksoisveljien tarinan. Se sijoittuu 1790-luvulle, jolloin laivat olivat puuta ja miehet rautaa!\n Kirjan alussa kerrotaan Sirkassian-laivan haaksirikosta, josta pääsee lähtemään pelastusveneellä osa matkustajista, muutaman jäädessä vielä laivaan. Kuitenkin vain laivaan jääneet, joihin kuuluu kaksi mustaa palvelijaa, mies Coco ja nainen, imettäjä Judy, sekä pieni, englantilaista syntyperää oleva poikavauva, lopulta pelastuvat. Heidät lähetetään Herra Witheringtonin luo Englantiin, koska pelastuneen poikavauvan äiti on hänen serkkunsa. Mutta mitä tapahtui pelastusveneelle, missä oli muiden mukana lapsien äiti ja toinen kaksonen? Miten merirosvot liittyvät asiaan?\n Kirja on vauhdikas ja siitä ei puutu juonenkäänteitä eikä vaarallisia tilanteita. Marryat on itse toiminut meriupseerina, joten hän tietää mistä kertoo, meriaiheiset yksityiskohdat on kerrottu totuudenmukaisesti. Ja vaikka Merirosvossa käytetään usein varsin vanhanaikaista kieltä, kirja käsittelee rodullista epätasa-arvoa nimenomaan ikävänä ongelmana.\n - Summary by Harri Tapani Ylilammi |
Finnish |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/merirosvo-by-frederick-marryat/ |
frederick marryatin merirosvo meriaiheinen seikkailukertomus joka kertoo kaksoisveljien tarinan se sijoittuu 1790 luvulle jolloin laivat olivat puuta ja miehet rautaa kirjan alussa kerrotaan sirkassian laivan haaksirikosta josta pääsee lähtemään pelastusveneellä osa matkustajista muutaman jäädessä vielä laivaan kuitenkin vain laivaan jääneet joihin kuuluu kaksi mustaa palvelijaa mies coco ja nainen imettäjä judy sekä pieni englantilaista syntyperää oleva poikavauva lopulta pelastuvat heidät lähetetään herra witheringtonin luo englantiin koska pelastuneen poikavauvan äiti hänen serkkunsa mutta mitä tapahtui pelastusveneelle missä oli muiden mukana lapsien äiti ja toinen kaksonen miten merirosvot liittyvät asiaan kirja vauhdikas ja siitä ei puutu juonenkäänteitä eikä vaarallisia tilanteita marryat itse toiminut meriupseerina joten hän tietää mistä kertoo meriaiheiset yksityiskohdat kerrottu totuudenmukaisesti ja vaikka merirosvossa käytetään usein varsin vanhanaikaista kieltä kirja käsittelee rodullista epätasa arvoa nimenomaan ikävänä ongelmana summary harri tapani ylilammi |
| 12387 |
12360 |
13065 |
Cloister and the Hearth |
Charles Reade |
Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction |
'The Cloister and the Hearth', by Charles Reade, was published in 1861. It's a long and winding picaresque novel set in 15th century Europe, telling the story of the love between Gerard Eliason, an artist turned priest, and Margaret Brandt, the daughter of a poor scholar, and reflects the conflict between family and church which overshadowed the lives of so many in medieval times. \nIts uniqueness lies in the way Reade, having meticulously researched his subject and the period, gives us insights more detailed than any other writer of fiction into medieval lifestyles and morals, combined with vivid descriptions of his characters – many based on real historical figures – and locations. He deliberately strays towards a medieval writing style, with many an archaic word to tantalise the reader or listener (an education in itself).\nUntil well into the twentieth century, ‘The Cloister and the Hearth’ was considered one of the greatest novels in the English language. Its popularity may have faded, but those who have read it will tell you of the enduring power of Reade’s tour de force. A revival is long overdue, and is deserved: it’s an exceptional book.\n - Summary by Tom Denholm |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/the-cloister-and-the-hearth-by-charles-reade/ |
the cloister hearth charles reade published 1861 long winding picaresque novel set 15th century europe telling story love gerard eliason artist turned priest margaret brandt daughter poor scholar reflects conflict family church overshadowed lives many medieval times uniqueness lies way reade meticulously researched subject period gives us insights detailed writer fiction medieval lifestyles morals combined vivid descriptions characters many based real historical figures locations deliberately strays towards medieval writing style many archaic word tantalise reader listener an education itself well twentieth century the cloister hearth considered one greatest novels english language popularity may faded read tell enduring power reade s tour de force revival long overdue deserved it s exceptional book summary tom denholm |
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12361 |
13066 |
Historia de la vida del Buscón, llamado Don Pablos, ejemplo de vagabundos y espejo de tacaños |
Francisco de Quevedo |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction, Satire |
Clásica novela picaresca española del Siglo de Oro, del gran Don Francisco de Quevedo. En ella se narran las extravagantes andanzas y aventuras de un joven pícaro: Don Pablos. Conoceremos sus inicios en casa de sus peculiares padres, su paso por la escuela, sus peripecias como criado de un gran señor, su etapa como estudiante de Bachiller, de su viaje a la Corte, sus aprendizajes como buscón para vivir sin dar ni golpe a base de embustes, engañando y siendo engañado. Siempre haciendo gala de su ingenio y encontrándose con singulares personajes de esa España del siglo XVII, abundante de oro y de hambre, al tiempo que pasará por la cárcel, se hará poeta e intentará seducir a grandes señoras ... ¡¡e incluso a monjas!! Summary by Epachuko. |
Spanish |
1626 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-la-vida-del-buscon-llamado-don-pablos-ejemplo-de-vagabundos-y-espejo-de-tacanos-by-francisco-de-quevedo/ |
clásica novela picaresca española del siglo de oro del gran francisco de quevedo en ella se narran las extravagantes andanzas aventuras de un joven pícaro pablos conoceremos sus inicios en casa de sus peculiares padres su paso por la escuela sus peripecias como criado de un gran señor su etapa como estudiante de bachiller de su viaje la corte sus aprendizajes como buscón para vivir sin dar ni golpe base de embustes engañando siendo engañado siempre haciendo gala de su ingenio encontrándose con singulares personajes de esa españa del siglo xvii abundante de oro de hambre al tiempo que pasará por la cárcel se hará poeta e intentará seducir grandes señoras e incluso monjas summary epachuko |
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12362 |
13067 |
Poemas |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Single author |
Edgar Allan Poe (19 de enero de 1809 - 7 de octubre de 1849), escritor romántico estadounidense, cuentista, poeta, crítico y editor, unánimemente reconocido como uno de los maestros universales del relato breve. Es considerado el padre del cuento de terror psicológico y del short story en su país. A pesar que Poe es reconocido hasta a la actualidad por sus grandiosas obras de terror psicológico, tiene también entre su basta literatura obras como la presente, en la que contrariamente a lo que reflejaba su natural escritura, nos encontramos con su lado mas sensible, esto es su poesía. Algunas críticas negativas respecto de los poemas de Poe indican que existe una gran diferencia entre este tipo de verso y la narrativa de sus cuentos cortos de terror, sin embargo Poe ha sabido reflejar en sus poemas una hermosa musicalidad, las que se pueden ver reflejada en poemas como Las campanas y Annabel Lee, así mismo, para cerrar con broche de oro, nos narra el poema (que bien pudiera pasar como relato corto) El Cuervo, que sin duda alguna ha sido uno de los mas halagados, en el que se ve reflejado su innato talento para la intriga psicológica. El presente libro consta de 29 poemas. Summary by KendalRigans. |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/poemas-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
edgar allan poe 19 de enero de 1809 7 de octubre de 1849 escritor romántico estadounidense cuentista poeta crítico editor unánimemente reconocido como uno de los maestros universales del relato breve es considerado el padre del cuento de terror psicológico del short story en su país pesar que poe es reconocido hasta la actualidad por sus grandiosas obras de terror psicológico tiene también entre su basta literatura obras como la presente en la que contrariamente lo que reflejaba su natural escritura nos encontramos con su lado mas sensible esto es su poesía algunas críticas negativas respecto de los poemas de poe indican que existe una gran diferencia entre este tipo de verso la narrativa de sus cuentos cortos de terror sin embargo poe ha sabido reflejar en sus poemas una hermosa musicalidad las que se pueden ver reflejada en poemas como las campanas annabel lee así mismo para cerrar con broche de oro nos narra el poema que bien pudiera pasar como relato corto el cuervo que sin duda alguna ha sido uno de los mas halagados en el que se reflejado su innato talento para la intriga psicológica el presente libro consta de 29 poemas summary kendalrigans |
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12363 |
13069 |
Coffee Break Collection 17 - Health and Fitness |
Various |
|
This is the seventeenth Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is health and fitness... views on these, including physical activity, nutrition and sport, have changed drastically over the years. Readers have chosen selections on subjects ranging from judo and walking to advice for the nutrition and education of children, Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-17-health-and-fitness-by-various/ |
seventeenth coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection health fitness views these including physical activity nutrition sport changed drastically years readers chosen selections subjects ranging judo walking advice nutrition education children summary lynne thompson |
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12364 |
13070 |
Bible (WNT) NT 10: Ephesians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
"Get along with each other, and be a loving, faithful community! Be pure in your life and conduct your relationships with others in a holy, not profane manner! Respect your diverse spiritual gifts, and know that you are a strong Body, connected by Christ! Wear the Armor of God and prepare for a spiritual battle with all those nasty forces that will try to dissuade you from following Jesus!" This, as crude as it sounds, could be a more modern English way of summarizing Paul's message to the Christian fellowship in Ephesus. The Apostle to the Gentiles (those outside of the people of Israel) tells us about that God-given role, and gives practical teachings about personal and relationship conduct. - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/bible-wnt-nt-10-ephesians-by-weymouth-new-testament/ |
get along other loving faithful community pure life conduct relationships others holy profane manner respect diverse spiritual gifts know strong body connected christ wear armor god prepare spiritual battle nasty forces try dissuade following jesus this crude sounds could modern english way summarizing paul s message christian fellowship ephesus apostle gentiles those outside people israel tells us god given role gives practical teachings personal relationship conduct summary mark penfold |
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12365 |
13071 |
Bible (YLT) 12: 2 Kings |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles, Young's Literal Translation |
In the First Book of Samuel, the people of Israel asked for an earthly king so it could be just like the other nations, a king to fight its battles and lead the people to glory. But, as this Second Book of the Kings makes quite clear, that demand was a mistake. God was their king, and told the people through his prophet, Samuel, about the demands their kings would make upon them, good or evil. As the old saying goes, "Be careful what you wish for." - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-12-2-kings-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
first book samuel people israel asked earthly king could like nations king fight battles lead people glory but second book kings makes quite clear demand mistake god king told people prophet samuel demands kings would make upon them good evil old saying goes be careful wish for summary mark penfold |
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12366 |
13072 |
Depths of the Soul |
Wilhelm Stekel |
Psychology |
Wilhelm Stekel was an Austrian physician and psychologist and one of Freud’s earliest followers. This title, originally published in 1921, was the author’s favorite of his own work. Covering a variety of topics he takes a psychoanalytic look into The Depths of the Soul. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-depths-of-the-soul-by-wilhelm-stekel/ |
wilhelm stekel austrian physician psychologist one freud s earliest followers title originally published 1921 author s favorite work covering variety topics takes psychoanalytic look depths soul |
| 12394 |
12367 |
13073 |
Songs for the Millions, and other poems |
Benjamin Stott |
Single author |
Born in Manchester, and a bookbinder by trade, Benjamin Stott was an active trade unionist and member of the Chartist movement. Songs of the Millions, a suite of seventeen short poems in which Stott experimented with a variety of forms, was his best known work. Poverty and famine, injustice and the brutality of the police and their spies, solidarity and resistance are his themes. A devout militant Christian, Stott saved some of his most powerful words for the clergy who urged the working masses to wait patiently in poverty for their reward in the next world. The miscellaneous poems that complete this collection, include Stott's long ode to the Independent Order of Oddfellows Manchester Unity, which remains the largest fraternal organization of its kind in the United Kingdom. (Phil Benson) |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/songs-for-the-millions_by-benjamin-stott/ |
born manchester bookbinder trade benjamin stott active trade unionist member chartist movement songs millions suite seventeen short poems stott experimented variety forms best known work poverty famine injustice brutality police spies solidarity resistance themes devout militant christian stott saved powerful words clergy urged working masses wait patiently poverty reward next world miscellaneous poems complete collection include stott s long ode independent order oddfellows manchester unity remains largest fraternal organization kind united kingdom phil benson |
| 12395 |
12368 |
13074 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XI, No 5, May 1902 |
Various |
Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xi-no-5-may-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
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12369 |
13075 |
אריה בעל גוף (Arye Ba’al Guf) |
חיים נחמן ביאליק Hayyim Nahman Bialik |
General Fiction |
<p dir="rtl">\nאריה "בעל גוף" הוא סיפור קצר מאת חיים נחמן ביאליק והיצירה הראשונה שפרסם בפרוזה. הסיפור התפרסם בהמשכים בכתב העת הספרותי השילוח בשנת 1899. דמותו של אריה מבוססת כנראה על אדם אמיתי שחי בעיר הולדתו ז'יטומיר.</p>\n"Arye Ba'al Guf" is a short story by Hayyim Nachman Bialik and the first work he published in prose. The story was published serially in the literary journal <i>Shiloah</i> in 1899. The figure of Arye is probably based on a real person who lived in the city of his birth, Zhytomyr, Ukraine. (Summary by Omri Lernau) |
Hebrew |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/arye-baal-guf-by-hayyim-nachman-bialik/ |
p dir rtl אריה בעל גוף הוא סיפור קצר מאת חיים נחמן ביאליק והיצירה הראשונה שפרסם בפרוזה הסיפור התפרסם בהמשכים בכתב העת הספרותי השילוח בשנת 1899 דמותו של אריה מבוססת כנראה על אדם אמיתי שחי בעיר הולדתו ז יטומיר p arye ba al guf short story hayyim nachman bialik first work published prose story published serially literary journal i shiloah i 1899 figure arye probably based real person lived city birth zhytomyr ukraine summary omri lernau |
| 12397 |
12370 |
13076 |
Fox That Wanted Nine Golden Tails |
Kathleen Gray Nelson |
Animals & Nature |
A fox aspires to reach his 1000th birthday safely and be rewarded with nine golden tails in this wise and charming fairytale. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-fox-that-wanted-nine-golden-tails-by-kathleen-gray-nelson/ |
fox aspires reach 1000th birthday safely rewarded nine golden tails wise charming fairytale |
| 12398 |
12371 |
13077 |
Jan Of The Windmill |
Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing |
Family |
There were two storms: one within and one without. The windmiller's wife was starting to be very unhappy, and the rain was pouring down as fast as her tears. So her husband brought Jan, a neglected child, for her to care for. This book is about his growing up, being a favourite but still an outcast, and discovering himself. Rudyard Kipling claimed to know this book almost by heart, and it is hoped you would like it too. Like any good children's book, it is perfect for both children and adults. Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/jan-of-the-windmill-by-juliana-horatia-gatty-ewing/ |
two storms one within one without windmiller s wife starting unhappy rain pouring fast tears husband brought jan neglected child care for book growing up favourite still outcast discovering himself rudyard kipling claimed know book almost heart hoped would like too like good children s book perfect children adults summary stav nisser |
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12379 |
13086 |
Chronicles of America Volume 05 - Pioneers of the Old South |
Mary Johnston |
*Non-fiction, Early Modern |
In this remarkably detailed and sweeping fifth installment, Mary Johnston takes us from discoveries and settlements to the evolution into the first colonies, specifically Virginia, Maryland, North and South Carolina, and finally Georgia.<br><br>\n\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-05-pioneers-of-the-old-south-by-mary-johnston/ |
remarkably detailed sweeping fifth installment mary johnston takes us discoveries settlements evolution first colonies specifically virginia maryland north south carolina finally georgia br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
| 12400 |
12372 |
13078 |
Visiting Stars |
Michael Field |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Michael Field was a pseudonym used for the poetry and verse drama of Katharine Harris Bradley (27 October 1846 – 26 September 1914) and her niece and ward Edith Emma Cooper (12 January 1862 – 13 December 1913). As Field they wrote around 40 works together, and a long journal Works and Days. Their intention was to keep the pen-name secret, but it became public knowledge, not long after they had confided in their friend Robert Browning. <br>\n\nThey wrote a number of passionate love poems to each other, and their name Michael Field was their way of declaring their inseparable oneness. Friends referred to them as the Fields, the Michaels or the Michael Fields. They had a range of pet names for each other. They also were passionately devoted to their pets, in particular a dog named Whym Chow, for whom they wrote a book of poems named after him. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/visiting-stars-by-michael-field/ |
michael field pseudonym used poetry verse drama katharine harris bradley 27 october 1846 26 september 1914 niece ward edith emma cooper 12 january 1862 13 december 1913 field wrote around 40 works together long journal works days intention keep pen name secret became public knowledge long confided friend robert browning br wrote number passionate love poems other name michael field way declaring inseparable oneness friends referred fields michaels michael fields range pet names other also passionately devoted pets particular dog named whym chow wrote book poems named him summary wikipedia |
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12373 |
13079 |
Gullivers Reisen |
Jonathan Swift |
Travel Fiction, Satire |
Einer der Klassiker der Weltliteratur, der seit Generationen Groß und Klein fesselt: Lemuel Gulliver bereist ferne Länder und erlebt dabei unerhörte Abenteuer, er trifft auf phantastische Einwohner unbekannter, ferner Gegenden, wobei alle diese skurrilen Erlebnisse immer wieder satirisch die damalige (und auch unsere heutige) Gesellschaft reflektieren. Eine ungemein phantasiereiches Buch, das überaus unterhaltsam ist, allerdings auch jede Menge Stoff zum Nachdenken bietet und über ein reines Kinderbuch weit hinausgeht. - Summary by Boris |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/gullivers-reisen-by-jonathan-swift/ |
einer der klassiker der weltliteratur der seit generationen groß und klein fesselt lemuel gulliver bereist ferne länder und erlebt dabei unerhörte abenteuer er trifft auf phantastische einwohner unbekannter ferner gegenden wobei alle diese skurrilen erlebnisse immer wieder satirisch die damalige und auch unsere heutige gesellschaft reflektieren eine ungemein phantasiereiches buch das überaus unterhaltsam ist allerdings auch jede menge stoff zum nachdenken bietet und über ein reines kinderbuch weit hinausgeht summary boris |
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12374 |
13080 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 07) - The Odyssey (Book 07) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Η - Ὀδυσσέως εἴσοδος πρὸς Ἀλκίνουν.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 7. The Splendours of the House of King Alcinous.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 7 : Ulysse au Palais d’Alcinoos.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/ook-7-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία η ὀδυσσέως εἴσοδος πρὸς ἀλκίνουν br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 7 splendours house king alcinous br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 7 ulysse au palais d alcinoos br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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12375 |
13081 |
Slave In The Dismal Swamp |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This little poem, with it's masterful choice of heavy-laden words, and great alliteration that sounds like a drumbeat, or a heartbeat, and rolls off the tongue, conveys much horror in a very few words. Longfellow wrote poetry like John Singer Sargent painted portraits, with "economy of stroke", and this poem shows Longfellow's familiarity with and sympathy for the slavery issues of his day, and the ghastly contrast between nature's beauty and man-made hell. A contemporary of Harriet Beecher Stowe (author of Uncle Tom's Cabin), both used their literary art to raise consciousness of this intolerable practice. (Michele Fry) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-slave-in-the-dismal-swamp-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
little poem masterful choice heavy laden words great alliteration sounds like drumbeat heartbeat rolls tongue conveys much horror words longfellow wrote poetry like john singer sargent painted portraits economy stroke poem shows longfellow s familiarity sympathy slavery issues day ghastly contrast nature s beauty man made hell contemporary harriet beecher stowe author uncle tom s cabin used literary art raise consciousness intolerable practice michele fry |
| 12404 |
12376 |
13082 |
Young Folks' Treasury, Volume 6 - Famous Travels & Adventures |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Children's Non-fiction, Travel Fiction |
Historical vignettes of selected locations throughout the world and many of our early explorers as well. Fascinating travel adventures throughout Europe, Asia, America, etc. for young and old alike. Perfect for the armchair traveler who enjoys learning of our global past... - Summary by BettyB |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/young-folks-treasury-vol-6-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
historical vignettes selected locations throughout world many early explorers well fascinating travel adventures throughout europe asia america etc young old alike perfect armchair traveler enjoys learning global past summary bettyb |
| 12405 |
12377 |
13084 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 16: Nehemias |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
En el año 445 aC, el rey persa Artajerjes envió a Nehemías, un israelita que era uno de sus funcionarios de confianza, para ayudar a reconstruir los muros de Jerusalén. Con Nehemías fue la tercera ola de exiliados judíos que regresaban. Hubo una oposición intensa de los que estaban la tierra y había desunión dentro de Jerusalén. A pesar de esta oposición, Nehemías reconstruyó los muros. Él superó muchas amenazas tomando sabias medidas defensivas, asi como por su ejemplo personal, y por su obvio valor. Nehemías hizo lo que Dios había puesto en su corazón (2:12, 7: 5), y descubrió que el gozo del Señor era su fortaleza (8:10). Cuando la gente comenzó a caer de nuevo en el pecado, Nehemías le pidió a Ezra que les leyera la Ley de Dios. Nehemías sirvió dos veces como gobernador. Este libro puede haber sido escrito por Ezra, basándose en los escritos de Nehemías.<br><br>English Translation:<br><br>In 445 BC, the Persian king Artaxerxes sent Nehemiah, an Israelite who was one of his trusted officials, to help rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. With Nehemiah went the third wave of returning Jewish exiles. There was intense opposition from those who were on the land and there was disunity within Jerusalem. Despite this opposition, Nehemiah rebuilt the walls. He overcame many threats by taking wise defensive measures, as well as by his personal example, and by his obvious courage. Nehemiah did what God had put in his heart (2:12, 7: 5), and discovered that the joy of the Lord was his strength (8:10). When people began to fall back into sin, Nehemiah asked Ezra to read them the Law of God. Nehemiah served twice as governor. This book may have been written by Ezra, based on the writings of Nehemiah.\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/nehemias-by-reina-valera/ |
en el año 445 ac el rey persa artajerjes envió nehemías un israelita que era uno de sus funcionarios de confianza para ayudar reconstruir los muros de jerusalén con nehemías fue la tercera ola de exiliados judíos que regresaban hubo una oposición intensa de los que estaban la tierra había desunión dentro de jerusalén pesar de esta oposición nehemías reconstruyó los muros él superó muchas amenazas tomando sabias medidas defensivas asi como por su ejemplo personal por su obvio valor nehemías hizo lo que dios había puesto en su corazón 2 12 7 5 descubrió que el gozo del señor era su fortaleza 8 10 cuando la gente comenzó caer de nuevo en el pecado nehemías le pidió ezra que les leyera la ley de dios nehemías sirvió dos veces como gobernador este libro puede haber sido escrito por ezra basándose en los escritos de nehemías br br english translation br br in 445 bc persian king artaxerxes sent nehemiah israelite one trusted officials help rebuild walls jerusalem nehemiah went third wave returning jewish exiles intense opposition land disunity within jerusalem despite opposition nehemiah rebuilt walls overcame many threats taking wise defensive measures well personal example obvious courage nehemiah god put heart 2 12 7 5 discovered joy lord strength 8 10 people began fall back sin nehemiah asked ezra read law god nehemiah served twice governor book may written ezra based writings nehemiah summary claudia r barrett |
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12380 |
13087 |
Human Nature And Conduct - Part 1, The Place of Habit in Conduct |
John Dewey |
*Non-fiction |
John Dewey, an early 20th Century American philosopher, psychologist, educational theorist saw Social Psychology as much a physical science (with rules and predictive power) as Biology and Chemistry. This project encompasses Part 1 of 4 of his book Human Nature and Conduct.<br><br>\n\nDewey's uses the word "HABIT" as a specialized catch-all word to describe how a person and his/her objective environment interact. This interaction is the basis for moral judgement. Dewey writes: "All habits are demands for certain kinds of activity; and they constitute the self.” In other places he also asserts that "Habits are Will." - Summary by William Jones, Soloist<br><br> |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/human-nature-and-conduct-part-1-by-john-dewey/ |
john dewey early 20th century american philosopher psychologist educational theorist saw social psychology much physical science with rules predictive power biology chemistry project encompasses part 1 4 book human nature conduct br br dewey s uses word habit specialized catch all word describe person his her objective environment interact interaction basis moral judgement dewey writes all habits demands certain kinds activity constitute self places also asserts habits will summary william jones soloist br br |
| 12407 |
12381 |
13088 |
Witching Hill |
E. W. Hornung |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The adventures of two young men, which may or may not have to do with the supernatural. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/witching-hill-by-e-w-hornung/ |
adventures two young men may may supernatural summary nicholas clifford |
| 12408 |
12382 |
13089 |
Brief History of Forestry |
Bernhard Eduard Fernow |
Science |
An accessible, comprehensive summary of the science and art of forestry, from its ancient roots to its 20th century techniques (many of which are still used today). This book synthesizes forestry efforts and practices from around the globe, providing the reader with unique lens into the sociocultural, historic and, of course, economic processes of nearly every world region. (Summary by jvanstan) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/a-brief-history-of-forestry-by-bernhard-eduard-fernow/ |
accessible comprehensive summary science art forestry ancient roots 20th century techniques many still used today book synthesizes forestry efforts practices around globe providing reader unique lens sociocultural historic and course economic processes nearly every world region summary jvanstan |
| 12409 |
12383 |
13090 |
Incubator Baby |
Ellis Parker Butler |
Published 1900 onward |
Marjorie Fielding is born premature and spends her first months of life in an incubator. Her mother is a modern, broad-minded woman eschewing old fashioned views of childrearing to embrace a scientific method. Science has its place but can it be taken too far? Little Marjorie gives us her perspective. - Summary by Scotty |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-incubator-baby-by-ellis-parker-butler/ |
marjorie fielding born premature spends first months life incubator mother modern broad minded woman eschewing old fashioned views childrearing embrace scientific method science place taken far little marjorie gives us perspective summary scotty |
| 12410 |
12384 |
13091 |
Slav Soul and Other Stories |
Aleksandr Kuprin |
Single Author Collections |
Novelist and short story writer Alexandr Ivanovich Kuprin (1870-1938) was one of the most widely read authors of his time. Nabokov called him the Russian Kipling for his stories about people who are often "neurotic and vulnerable". Many films and radio programs based on his works have been produced. These 15 short stories, typically “artful studies of abnormal states of mind”, were selected from various sources.\nThe collection includes “Easter Day” (a chance meeting); “The Picture” (intense envy); “Hamlet” (a fading actor); “The Last Word” (a psychotic confession); “Dogs' Happiness” (strays in jeopardy); “A Clump of Lilacs” (a wife’s ingenuity); “Anathema” (a curse); and “Tempting Providence” (homeward bound). “The White Poodle" and "The Elephant”, appropriate for all readers, were intended by the author to be read aloud to children. \n( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/a-slav-soul-and-other-stories-by-aleksandr-kuprin/ |
novelist short story writer alexandr ivanovich kuprin 1870 1938 one widely read authors time nabokov called russian kipling stories people often neurotic vulnerable many films radio programs based works produced 15 short stories typically artful studies abnormal states mind selected various sources collection includes easter day a chance meeting the picture intense envy hamlet a fading actor the last word a psychotic confession dogs happiness strays jeopardy a clump lilacs a wife s ingenuity anathema a curse tempting providence homeward bound the white poodle the elephant appropriate readers intended author read aloud children lee smalley |
| 12411 |
12385 |
13092 |
By What Authority? |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Two wealthy families are neighbors in Elizabethan England; one is staunchly Catholic and the other is devoutly Protestant. The attractive young scions of the families are drawn to each other in friendship and love, but are kept apart by their opposing religions. Life is very difficult for Catholics during those times. They are subject to fines, imprisonment, torture and ignominious death for practicing their faith. On the other hand, for various reasons some Catholics give up their inherited faith, and even betray and persecute their fellow-religionists. As the threads of plot are woven tighter, heroes emerge, sometimes most unexpectedly, as they grapple with theological doubts and conflicts, and undergo extreme suffering and loss. The many characters we meet ring true, whether they are brilliant or superstitious, stalwart or wavering, pious or violent; and it is a great privilege to spend time with such towering historical figures as St. Edmond Campion and Queen Elizabeth herself. Love, history, theology, suspense, and an array of colorful characters are sewn inexorably together in this large and compelling story. (Intro by Carol Pelster) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/by-what-authority-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
two wealthy families neighbors elizabethan england one staunchly catholic devoutly protestant attractive young scions families drawn friendship love kept apart opposing religions life difficult catholics times subject fines imprisonment torture ignominious death practicing faith hand various reasons catholics give inherited faith even betray persecute fellow religionists threads plot woven tighter heroes emerge sometimes unexpectedly grapple theological doubts conflicts undergo extreme suffering loss many characters meet ring true whether brilliant superstitious stalwart wavering pious violent great privilege spend time towering historical figures st edmond campion queen elizabeth herself love history theology suspense array colorful characters sewn inexorably together large compelling story intro carol pelster |
| 12412 |
12386 |
13093 |
Widow Barnaby |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction |
The vain, flirtatious and presumptuous husband hunting Mrs. Barnaby delves into high-class society of which she knows very little leading to some rather awkward and moments and ridiculous mistakes. Add the love and distresses of her lovely and demure niece Agnes, Mrs. Trollope's sharp wit, and you have the perfect recipe for a lighthearted Victorian romance. (Celine Major) |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/the-widow-barnaby-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
vain flirtatious presumptuous husband hunting mrs barnaby delves high class society knows little leading rather awkward moments ridiculous mistakes add love distresses lovely demure niece agnes mrs trollope s sharp wit perfect recipe lighthearted victorian romance celine major |
| 12413 |
12387 |
13094 |
Sestinas |
Various |
Poetry |
The sestina has enjoyed intermittent popularity in English writing and translation since the sixteenth century, and this selection highlights some of the varied ways the form has been used and adapted. - Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sestinas-by-various/ |
sestina enjoyed intermittent popularity english writing translation since sixteenth century selection highlights varied ways form used adapted summary newgatenovelist |
| 12414 |
12388 |
13095 |
Three Things |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Her final words in her autobiography The Worlds and I: "From this mighty storehouse (of God, and the hierarchies of Spiritual Beings) we may gather wisdom and knowledge, and receive light and power, as we pass through this preparatory room of earth, which is only one of the innumerable mansions in our Father's house. Think on these things". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/three-things-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
final words autobiography worlds i from mighty storehouse of god hierarchies spiritual beings may gather wisdom knowledge receive light power pass preparatory room earth one innumerable mansions father s house think things summary wikipedia |
| 12415 |
12389 |
13096 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 020 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.\n<br><br>\n01 - Esperanto - La Feino key words: prose, fairy tales <br>\n02 - Esperanto - Muŝofiŝobirdoratokatohundo key words: poetry, animals, food chain, humor, children <br>\n03 - French - Enragée ? key words: Société française, 19eme siècle, voyage de noces, humour <br>\n04 - Italian - In vecchiezza key words: poetry, old age, memento mori <br>\n05 - Japanese - Kodama key words: prose, short story <br>\n06 - Luxembourgish - Un den Hèrr Perk key words: nature, praise, Luxembourg <br>\n07 - Middle English - The Fox and the Wolf key words: poetry, middle english, animals, humor, medieval, middle ages <br>\n08 - Polish - Maska śmierci szkarłatnej key words: opowiadanie, zaraza, śmierć, zabawa <br>\n09 - Portuguese - A Catedral key words: Poetry, Symbolism, Mysticism <br>\n10 - Portuguese - Hão de chorar por ela os cinamomos key words: Poetry, Symbolism, Mysticism <br>\n11 - Romanian - Cerbul key words: Poetry, fairy - tale <br>\n12 - Romanian - Dómna luĭ Négoe key words: Poetry, historical legend, The Monastery of Curtea de Argeș, Prince Neagoe Basarab, The Princess Consort Milica Despina <br>\n13 - Romanian - Niobe și Latona key words: Legends, Greek mythology, Niobe, Leto <br>\n14 - Romanian - Timpul key words: poetry <br>\n15 - Russian - Сфинкс (Sphynx) key words: prose <br>\n16 - Spanish - Los anteojos de color key words: short story, fiction tale, nobel prize // relato corto, cuento, premio nobel <br>\n17 - Spanish - Noche servia key words: fiction, war, short tale, ficción, guerra, relato corto <br>\n18 - Spanish - Primera epístola del Almirante Cristobal Colón dando cuenta de su gran descubrimiento key words: Carta, Conquistadores, Descubrimiento América, Historia, Biografías//Letter, Conquistador, Historical Documents, Biography, New World <br>\n19 - Spanish - El Prisionero key words: romance, poesía <br>\n20 - Spanish - ¿Qué conviene hacer? key words: Ensayo, Cárcel, Reformas prisión, Estudios penitenciarios //Essay, Jail, Prison reform, Penitentiary studies <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-020-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 01 esperanto la feino key words prose fairy tales br 02 esperanto muŝofiŝobirdoratokatohundo key words poetry animals food chain humor children br 03 french enragée key words société française 19eme siècle voyage de noces humour br 04 italian vecchiezza key words poetry old age memento mori br 05 japanese kodama key words prose short story br 06 luxembourgish un den hèrr perk key words nature praise luxembourg br 07 middle english fox wolf key words poetry middle english animals humor medieval middle ages br 08 polish maska śmierci szkarłatnej key words opowiadanie zaraza śmierć zabawa br 09 portuguese catedral key words poetry symbolism mysticism br 10 portuguese hão de chorar por ela os cinamomos key words poetry symbolism mysticism br 11 romanian cerbul key words poetry fairy tale br 12 romanian dómna luĭ négoe key words poetry historical legend monastery curtea de argeș prince neagoe basarab princess consort milica despina br 13 romanian niobe și latona key words legends greek mythology niobe leto br 14 romanian timpul key words poetry br 15 russian сфинкс sphynx key words prose br 16 spanish los anteojos de color key words short story fiction tale nobel prize relato corto cuento premio nobel br 17 spanish noche servia key words fiction war short tale ficción guerra relato corto br 18 spanish primera epístola del almirante cristobal colón dando cuenta de su gran descubrimiento key words carta conquistadores descubrimiento américa historia biografías letter conquistador historical documents biography new world br 19 spanish el prisionero key words romance poesía br 20 spanish qué conviene hacer key words ensayo cárcel reformas prisión estudios penitenciarios essay jail prison reform penitentiary studies br |
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12390 |
13097 |
Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh (version 2) |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Maud Ruthyn, the young, naive heroine, has a governess who is an enigmatic older woman, a liar, bully, and spy, who takes a dark secret with her when she leaves. Maud is then orphaned and moves in with her Uncle Silas, her father's mysterious brother and a man with a scandalous-even murderous-past. She is horrified to find her former governess appears in her life again, in this Gothic Victorian psychological thriller, with a touch of the occult - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-silas-a-tale-of-bartram-haugh-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
maud ruthyn young naive heroine governess enigmatic older woman liar bully spy takes dark secret leaves maud orphaned moves uncle silas father s mysterious brother man scandalous even murderous past horrified find former governess appears life again gothic victorian psychological thriller touch occult summary lynne thompson |
| 12417 |
12391 |
13098 |
Insect Adventures |
Jean-Henri Fabre |
Science |
This book is composed of selections from Alexander Teixeira de Mattos’ Translation of Fabre’s “Souvenirs Entomologiques,” retold for children. It's made up of first-person narratives, and using his exceptional observation skills, gives us a close-up peep into the world of insects, including bees, wasps, worms, beetles, moths, and spiders, to name a few. When Fabre first published this work, as the Preface indicates, he was criticized by some scientists in his field for writing a scientific book that was "too interesting." - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/insect-adventures-by-jean-henri-fabre/ |
book composed selections alexander teixeira de mattos translation fabre s souvenirs entomologiques retold children made first person narratives using exceptional observation skills gives us close up peep world insects including bees wasps worms beetles moths spiders name few fabre first published work preface indicates criticized scientists field writing scientific book too interesting summary devorah allen |
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12392 |
13099 |
Finnish Legends |
R. Eivind |
Sagas |
One dark winter's day in the north of Finland, Father Mikko seeks shelter in an isolated cabin till a storm abates. After dinner the family sit around the fire, and the daughter asks him to tell them "all the stories he had ever heard from the very beginning of the world all the way down", and so the book begins. In the words of the author "If this little volume may in any degree awake some interest in the Finnish people its author will be amply satisfied, and its end will have been attained." ( Annise) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/finnish-legends-by-r-eivind/ |
one dark winter s day north finland father mikko seeks shelter isolated cabin till storm abates dinner family sit around fire daughter asks tell all stories ever heard beginning world way down book begins words author if little volume may degree awake interest finnish people author amply satisfied end attained annise |
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12393 |
13100 |
Ideal Husband (version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The "Ideal Husband" of the title is Sir Robert Chiltern, with his equally upright wife Lady Chiltern. He has never committed a crime, never had a "past" and never bowed to corruption or influence, or so she thinks... The disreputable Mrs Cheveley is about to appear and try her hand at both politics and blackmail - can the Chilterns come through the encounter with both public and private honour intact? And what about Miss Mabel Chiltern's roguish beau, Lord Goring? What does he have to do with all of this? \n\n Oscar Wilde's witty comedy of manners, trust and politics shows human nature in a typically merciless light. The main themes are blackmail, political corruption and the uses and abuses of power both in politics and in private life. Quote from the play: “It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.” (Summary by Beth Thomas) <br><br>\n\n Cast List: <br>The Earl of Caversham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Vicount Goring: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>Sir Robert Chiltern: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Lady Chiltern: <a href="https://librivox.org/sections/readers/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mrs Cheveley: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Miss Mabel Chiltern: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Lady Markby: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Lady Basildon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Mrs Marchmont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12207">Hope K</a><br>Vicomte de Nanjac: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>Mr Montford/Harold: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11651">DrPGould</a><br>Mason: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>Phipps: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Narration read by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br><br><b>Audio edited by: </b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/an-ideal-husband-version-2-by-oscar-wilde/ |
ideal husband title sir robert chiltern equally upright wife lady chiltern never committed crime never past never bowed corruption influence thinks disreputable mrs cheveley appear try hand politics blackmail chilterns come encounter public private honour intact miss mabel chiltern s roguish beau lord goring this oscar wilde s witty comedy manners trust politics shows human nature typically merciless light main themes blackmail political corruption uses abuses power politics private life quote play it takes great deal courage see world tainted glory still love it summary beth thomas br br cast list br the earl caversham a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br vicount goring a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br sir robert chiltern a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br lady chiltern a href https librivox org sections readers 6281 beth thomas a br mrs cheveley a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br miss mabel chiltern a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lady markby a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br lady basildon a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mrs marchmont a href https librivox org reader 12207 hope k a br vicomte de nanjac a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br mr montford harold a href https librivox org reader 11651 drpgould a br mason a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br phipps a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br narration read by a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br br b audio edited by b a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br |
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12407 |
13114 |
Men I'm Not Married To |
Dorothy Parker |
Poetry |
A saucy little poem commenting upon all men that Ms. Parker didn't marry, perhaps implying (it's a bit ambiguous) that upon marrying, the husband becomes far more special than all the other men in the world. It's sort of the same theme embodied in Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince, who was saddened to discover that his rose was like any other rose, except when he further realized that his rose depended upon him alone for her care, and was the only rose that belonged to him. ~ Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/men-im-not-married-to-by-dorothy-parker/ |
saucy little poem commenting upon men ms parker marry perhaps implying it s bit ambiguous upon marrying husband becomes far special men world sort theme embodied saint exupéry s little prince saddened discover rose like rose except realized rose depended upon alone care rose belonged him summary michele fry |
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12394 |
13101 |
Man From Snowy River and Other Verses (version 2) |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Single author |
The Man from Snowy River and Other Verses (1895) is the first collection of poems by Australian poet Banjo Paterson. It was released in hardback by Angus and Robertson in 1895, and features the poet's widely anthologised poems "The Man from Snowy River", "Clancy of the Overflow", "Saltbush Bill" and "The Man from Ironbark". It also contains the poet's first two poems that featured in The Bulletin Debate, a famous dispute in The Bulletin magazine from 1892-93 between Paterson and Henry Lawson. The collection includes 48 poems by the author that are reprinted from various sources, along with a preface by Rolf Boldrewood, who defined the collection as "the best bush ballads written since the death of Lindsay Gordon" - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-from-snowy-river-and-other-verses-2-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
man snowy river verses 1895 first collection poems australian poet banjo paterson released hardback angus robertson 1895 features poet s widely anthologised poems the man snowy river clancy overflow saltbush bill the man ironbark also contains poet s first two poems featured bulletin debate famous dispute bulletin magazine 1892 93 paterson henry lawson collection includes 48 poems author reprinted various sources along preface rolf boldrewood defined collection the best bush ballads written since death lindsay gordon summary wikipedia |
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12395 |
13102 |
Traveller from Altruria |
William Dean Howells |
Satire, Published 1800 -1900 |
Set in the early 1890s, at a fashionable summer resort somewhere on the East Coast of the United States, this book tells the story of Mr. Twelvemough, an author who has been selected to function as host to a visitor from the faraway island of Altruria. The visitor, Mr. Homos, has come all the way to the United States, a country which prides itself on democracy and equality, to experience everyday life in America firsthand, and to see for himself how the principle that "All men are created equal" is being put into practice. Due to Altruria's secluded existence, very little is known about the island, so Twelvemough and his circle of acquaintances, all of whom are staying at the same resort hotel, seem more eager to learn about Altruria than to explain American life and institutions. To their dismay, it becomes gradually clear that the United States is greatly lagging behind Altruria in practically every aspect of life, be it political, economic, cultural or moral. Summary from Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-traveller-from-altruria-by-william-dean-howells/ |
set early 1890s fashionable summer resort somewhere east coast united states book tells story mr twelvemough author selected function host visitor faraway island altruria visitor mr homos come way united states country prides democracy equality experience everyday life america firsthand see principle all men created equal put practice due altruria s secluded existence little known island twelvemough circle acquaintances staying resort hotel seem eager learn altruria explain american life institutions dismay becomes gradually clear united states greatly lagging behind altruria practically every aspect life political economic cultural moral summary wikipedia |
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12396 |
13103 |
Bible (WNT) NT 11: Philippians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Weymouth New Testament |
In his letter to the believers in the city of Philippi (in the province of ancient Macedonia), the Apostle Paul exudes an attitude of JOY, in spite of his own imprisonment and impending trial. He preaches of unity as a matter of contention and conflict arises in the fellowship, encouraging them to settle the matter and come together as the Body of Christ. He sees attempts on the part of those who would have the believers sink back into the Law of Moses, and reassures the believers in Christ that He, not the Law, is sufficient for eternal life. He seems to say, "Be JOYOUS, UNITED, and SATISFIED with and in Christ, my children!!!" - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/philippians-weymouth-new-testament/ |
letter believers city philippi in province ancient macedonia apostle paul exudes attitude joy spite imprisonment impending trial preaches unity matter contention conflict arises fellowship encouraging settle matter come together body christ sees attempts part would believers sink back law moses reassures believers christ he law sufficient eternal life seems say be joyous united satisfied christ children summary mark penfold |
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12397 |
13104 |
vida es sueño |
Pedro Calderón de la Barca |
Literary Fiction, Published before 1800 |
La vida es sueño es una obra de teatro de Pedro Calderón de la Barca estrenada en 1635 y perteneciente al movimiento literario barroco. El tema central es la libertad del ser humano para configurar su vida, sin dejarse llevar por un supuesto destino.\nEl personaje principal es Segismundo, hijo del Rey Basilio, pero que a pesar de su gran ascendencia no ha gozado de los placeres que le corresponden, pues antes que naciera su padre tenía la creencia de que la naturaleza auguraba para su hijo un mal futuro como rey déspota y mucha muerte al pueblo que le tocaría gobernar, motivo por el cual nunca fue criado como príncipe, mas bien fue, desde su nacimiento, apartado de todo contacto humano y encerrado en una torre a la que nadie mas que las personas encargadas de su cuidado y educación podían acceder. Así pasaron los años hasta que llegó la hora de decidir quien sucederá el trono del Rey Basilio, en esas circunstancias, llegan al pueblo dos personajes, Rosaura y Clarín, en busca de una venganza amorosa la primera y como acompañante el segundo, y sólo a su llegada conocen a Segismundo, para luego entrecruzar sus historias dentro del Palacio al que Rosaura y Clarín tienen acceso con la finalidad de impedir el matrimonio de dos primos, Estrella y Astolfo, que ansían hacerse con el trono de su tío. La historia se desarrolla de modo tal que Segismundo descubre cual ha sido su cuna, sin embargo en el trayecto ocurren circunstancias que le hacen creer que su vida es un sueño, producto del engaño de su propio padre, quien le hizo creer que todo el tiempo que estuvo recluido en la torre fue solo eso: un sueño. |
Spanish |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/la-vida-es-sueno-by-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca/ |
la vida es sueño es una obra de teatro de pedro calderón de la barca estrenada en 1635 perteneciente al movimiento literario barroco el tema central es la libertad del ser humano para configurar su vida sin dejarse llevar por un supuesto destino el personaje principal es segismundo hijo del rey basilio pero que pesar de su gran ascendencia ha gozado de los placeres que le corresponden pues antes que naciera su padre tenía la creencia de que la naturaleza auguraba para su hijo un mal futuro como rey déspota mucha muerte al pueblo que le tocaría gobernar motivo por el cual nunca fue criado como príncipe mas bien fue desde su nacimiento apartado de todo contacto humano encerrado en una torre la que nadie mas que las personas encargadas de su cuidado educación podían acceder así pasaron los años hasta que llegó la hora de decidir quien sucederá el trono del rey basilio en esas circunstancias llegan al pueblo dos personajes rosaura clarín en busca de una venganza amorosa la primera como acompañante el segundo sólo su llegada conocen segismundo para luego entrecruzar sus historias dentro del palacio al que rosaura clarín tienen acceso con la finalidad de impedir el matrimonio de dos primos estrella astolfo que ansían hacerse con el trono de su tío la historia se desarrolla de modo tal que segismundo descubre cual ha sido su cuna sin embargo en el trayecto ocurren circunstancias que le hacen creer que su vida es un sueño producto del engaño de su propio padre quien le hizo creer que todo el tiempo que estuvo recluido en la torre fue solo eso un sueño |
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12398 |
13105 |
Badge of Infamy (version 2) |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
Set in the early 22nd century: Dr. Daniel Feldman, stripped of rank and status and named pariah for violating Medical Lobby rules, stows away on a spaceship and flees to Mars Colony. There, while essentially practicing medicine without a license, he stumbles upon a plague organism indigenous to Mars, that threatens the whole colony and potentially the human race. Performing research to identify a cure, (also in gross violation of Medical Lobby rules) he must risk his life to buck the entrenched bureaucracy, bent on sweeping the whole matter under the rug in the name of political expediency. - Summary by Thomas Rose |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/badge-of-infamy-version-2-by-lester-del-rey/ |
set early 22nd century dr daniel feldman stripped rank status named pariah violating medical lobby rules stows away spaceship flees mars colony there essentially practicing medicine without license stumbles upon plague organism indigenous mars threatens whole colony potentially human race performing research identify cure also gross violation medical lobby rules must risk life buck entrenched bureaucracy bent sweeping whole matter rug name political expediency summary thomas rose |
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13029 |
13772 |
Carpenter's World Travels: Alaska Our Northern Wonderland |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Travel & Geography |
Early twentieth century travel book about Alaska with stories of major cities, Indian tribes, customs and geography of what would become our 49th state. - Summary by BettyB. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/alaska-our-northern-wonderland-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
early twentieth century travel book alaska stories major cities indian tribes customs geography would become 49th state summary bettyb |
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12399 |
13106 |
Blue Star |
Fletcher Pratt |
Science Fiction |
The novel is set in a parallel world in which the existence of psychic powers has permitted the development of witchcraft into a science; in contrast, the physical sciences have languished, resulting in a modern culture reminiscent of our eighteenth century. </br></br>\n\nThe protagonists are Lalette Asterhax, a hereditary witch, and Rodvard Bergelin, an ordinary government clerk who has been recruited into the radical conspiracy of the Sons of the New Day. Rodvard, though attracted to the daughter of a baron, is commanded by his superiors to seduce Lalette instead to gain the use of her blue star in the furtherance of their revolutionary aims. The witch is no more truly enamored of him than he is of her, but both fall in with the scheme for their own reasons, unaware of how much they are simply pawns in the larger scheme of things. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)</p> |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/the-blue-star-by-fletcher-pratt/ |
novel set parallel world existence psychic powers permitted development witchcraft science contrast physical sciences languished resulting modern culture reminiscent eighteenth century br br protagonists lalette asterhax hereditary witch rodvard bergelin ordinary government clerk recruited radical conspiracy sons new day rodvard though attracted daughter baron commanded superiors seduce lalette instead gain use blue star furtherance revolutionary aims witch truly enamored her fall scheme reasons unaware much simply pawns larger scheme things summary adapted wikipedia p |
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12400 |
13107 |
Tale of Grumpy Weasel |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
From his Tuck-Me-In series, Arthur Scott Bailey wrote many "Tales" books about animals and birds to be read to children for bed-time stories. This story is about Grumpy Weasel and his friends (such as Jimmy Rabbit and Mr. Crow who are focused on in other books) in Pleasant Valley. ( Lynda Marie Neilson) </p> |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-grumpy-weasel-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
tuck me in series arthur scott bailey wrote many tales books animals birds read children bed time stories story grumpy weasel friends such jimmy rabbit mr crow focused books pleasant valley lynda marie neilson p |
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12401 |
13108 |
Man Carrying Bale |
Harold Monro |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Harold Edward Monro was an English poet born in Brussels and proprietor of the Poetry Bookshop in London, which helped many poets bring their work before the public.\nIn his later years, Monro reflected on whether the Poetry Bookshop had fulfilled its purpose and whether it should be closed, but he was too deeply attached to it. According to the English literary historian Dominic Hibberd, "By now Monro was a disappointed man, appalled at the state of Europe and feeling forgotten by the poets he had helped." He had used up most of his money in subsidizing the shop. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/man-carrying-bale-by-harold-monro/ |
harold edward monro english poet born brussels proprietor poetry bookshop london helped many poets bring work public later years monro reflected whether poetry bookshop fulfilled purpose whether closed deeply attached it according english literary historian dominic hibberd by monro disappointed man appalled state europe feeling forgotten poets helped used money subsidizing shop summary wikipedia |
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12402 |
13109 |
Wunderwelten |
Friedrich Wilhelm Mader |
Science Fiction |
"Wie Lord Flitmore eine seltsame Reise zu den Planeten unternimmt und durch einen Kometen in die Fixsternwelt entführt wird."<br>\n "Den vollen Gewinn von dieser Erzählung wird nur die schon gereiftere Jugend haben, die mit Verständnis und gewiß auch mit lebhaftem Interesse die Wunder der Sternkunde kennen lernen wird. Das ganze Gebiet der Astronomie soll ihr im Laufe der Erzählung in der Hauptsache erschlossen werden.<br>\nNun werden aber auch wohl jüngere Leser, für welche die wissenschaftlichen Gespräche vielleicht noch zu hoch sind, die seltsamen Erlebnisse und Entdeckungen der Weltall-Reisenden lesen wollen. Diese mögen getrost die Stellen überschlagen, die ihnen noch nicht verständlich erscheinen, namentlich in Kapitel 8, 15, 18, 26, 32 und 48.<br>\nSollte einem oder dem andern Kritiker einiges über die Grenzen des Wahrscheinlichen (natürlich nicht des „Möglichen“) hinauszugehen scheinen, so möge er sich aus den Nachweisen überzeugen, ob nicht die Wissenschaft selber die Phantasie stützt." (Untertitel und Vorwort von Friedrich Wilhelm Mader)<br>\nDie Wunderwelten sind nicht klassische Science Fiction: Die Abenteuergeschichte basiert bei aller Gottesfürchtigkeit auf dem Physik-Wissen der damaligen Zeit.<br> \nFür diese Einteilung spricht das Thema "Raumfahrt mit Kontakt zu Aliens."<br>\nDie phantastischen und nicht mehr aktuellem Wissen entsprechenden Reisen in den Weltenraum wirken heute zwar großteils phantasievoll, etwas verwunderlich und auch durchaus humorig - aber gerade dadurch sind die Wunderwelten eine wundervolle Lektüre und eine phantastische Reise!<br> \nWillkommen in den Wunderwelten! (Anmerkung von schrm) |
German |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/wunderwelten-by-friedrich-wilhelm-mader/ |
wie lord flitmore eine seltsame reise zu den planeten unternimmt und durch einen kometen die fixsternwelt entführt wird br den vollen gewinn von dieser erzählung wird nur die schon gereiftere jugend haben die mit verständnis und gewiß auch mit lebhaftem interesse die wunder der sternkunde kennen lernen wird das ganze gebiet der astronomie soll ihr im laufe der erzählung der hauptsache erschlossen werden br nun werden aber auch wohl jüngere leser für welche die wissenschaftlichen gespräche vielleicht noch zu hoch sind die seltsamen erlebnisse und entdeckungen der weltall reisenden lesen wollen diese mögen getrost die stellen überschlagen die ihnen noch nicht verständlich erscheinen namentlich kapitel 8 15 18 26 32 und 48 br sollte einem oder dem andern kritiker einiges über die grenzen des wahrscheinlichen natürlich nicht des möglichen hinauszugehen scheinen möge er sich aus den nachweisen überzeugen ob nicht die wissenschaft selber die phantasie stützt untertitel und vorwort von friedrich wilhelm mader br die wunderwelten sind nicht klassische science fiction die abenteuergeschichte basiert bei aller gottesfürchtigkeit auf dem physik wissen der damaligen zeit br für diese einteilung spricht das thema raumfahrt mit kontakt zu aliens br die phantastischen und nicht mehr aktuellem wissen entsprechenden reisen den weltenraum wirken heute zwar großteils phantasievoll etwas verwunderlich und auch durchaus humorig aber gerade dadurch sind die wunderwelten eine wundervolle lektüre und eine phantastische reise br willkommen den wunderwelten anmerkung von schrm |
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12403 |
13110 |
Eureka: A Prose Poem |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Essays |
Eureka is Poe's attempt at explaining the universe, using his general proposition "Because Nothing was, therefore All Things are". In it, Poe discusses man's relationship to God and the universe or, as he offers at the beginning: "I design to speak of the Physical, Metaphysical and Mathematical – of the Material and Spiritual Universe: of its Essence, its Origin, its Creation, its Present Condition and its Destiny". In keeping with this design, Poe concludes "that space and duration are one" and that matter and spirit are made of the same essence. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/eureka-a-prose-poem-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
eureka poe s attempt explaining universe using general proposition because nothing was therefore things are it poe discusses man s relationship god universe or offers beginning i design speak physical metaphysical mathematical material spiritual universe essence origin creation present condition destiny keeping design poe concludes that space duration one matter spirit made essence summary wikipedia |
| 12432 |
12404 |
13111 |
Short Poetry Collection 189 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 41 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for February 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-189-by-various/ |
collection 41 poems read english librivox volunteers february 2019 |
| 12433 |
12405 |
13112 |
Garden of Dreams |
Madison Cawein |
Single author |
Madison Cawein from Kentucky, displays a wider range of his poetic dreams, from the bright to the dark. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-of-dreams-by-madison-cawein/ |
madison cawein kentucky displays wider range poetic dreams bright dark summary larry wilson |
| 12434 |
12406 |
13113 |
Prometeo |
Olegario Víctor Andrade |
Single author |
Prometeo, es un poema escrito por Olegario Victor Aandrade y tiene como base la famosa historia contada por Hesíodo en la literatura griega. El poema que aquí se presenta está compuesto por VII secciones poéticas. |
Spanish |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/prometeo-by-olegario-victor-andrade/ |
prometeo es un poema escrito por olegario victor aandrade tiene como base la famosa historia contada por hesíodo en la literatura griega el poema que aquí se presenta está compuesto por vii secciones poéticas |
| 12435 |
12715 |
13438 |
Christmas Book |
Hezekiah Butterworth |
Children's Fiction |
For many kids, Christmas time is the most exciting time of the year. Reading stories such as these can help making this season extra special and exciting. Or they can bring a little Christmas spirit into a different time of the year if they are read and listened to in spring or summer. In any case, children and grown-ups will find them enjoyable. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-christmas-book-by-hezekiah-butterworth/ |
many kids christmas time exciting time year reading stories help making season extra special exciting bring little christmas spirit different time year read listened spring summer case children grown ups find enjoyable summary carolin |
| 12436 |
12408 |
13115 |
Jim of the Hills - A Story in Rhyme |
C. J. Dennis |
Humorous Fiction, Romance, Narratives |
Jim, an axe-man for a sawmill, who is a hard-knuckled, two-fisted fighting man when he has to be, but is shy around women, longs to find a wife and settle down. Two women, one a mercenary widow of the country town, the other a classy city girl, both set their caps for Jim. Will true love triumph? Will Jim's dog ever get his dinner? Will Jim ever get his tongue untied? These and other questions are answered in this story in rhyme. - Summary by Son of the Exiles |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/jim-of-the-hills-a-story-in-rhyme-by-c-j-dennis/ |
jim axe man sawmill hard knuckled two fisted fighting man be shy around women longs find wife settle down two women one mercenary widow country town classy city girl set caps jim true love triumph jim s dog ever get dinner jim ever get tongue untied questions answered story rhyme summary son exiles |
| 12437 |
12409 |
13116 |
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm (Version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Children's Fiction, School |
When ten-year-old Rebecca Randall arrives at her aunts' brick house in Riverboro, she is not exactly welcomed with the open arms one would hope for. Her cheerful spirit touches the lives of many, but will Rebecca be able to endure Aunt Miranda's stern ways? (Summary by Twinkle88)<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nRebecca Randall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12681">JayKitty76</a><br>\nMiranda Sawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>\nJane Sawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11615">Laura Riley</a><br>\nEmma Jane Perkins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\nAdam Ladd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11736">Will the Ninja</a><br>\nEmily Maxwell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nMiss Dearborn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a><br>\nJeremiah Cobb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8011">Greg Giordano</a><br>\nSarah Cobb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a><br>\nAurelia Randall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nHuldah Meserve: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional characters voiced by\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12763">Alice Hastie</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10253">Donald Gilmore</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">fiddlesticks</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12681">JayKitty76</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11615">Laura Riley</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12704">PattyT</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12459">Rosa Grace</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12649">Ryuken</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11555">Shasta</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12618">Sterling Bronwyn</a>,\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10615">Twinkle</a>\n<br><br>\nAudio edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7730">fiddlesticks</a>\n<br><br>\nAdditional prooflistening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12592">ErickMcFarlow</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12714">Terry Benn</a><br><br> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/rebecca-of-sunnybrook-farm-by-kate-douglas-wiggin-2/ |
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13118 |
Tale of Rusty Wren |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Nature & Animal Fiction |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Rusty Wren is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-rusty-wren-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale rusty wren one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
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12411 |
13119 |
Volcanoes and Vulcanology (1885-1917) |
Various |
Earth Sciences |
This is a collection of short scientific articles on the study of volcanoes and related seismic activity published in Knowledge, A Monthly Record of Science between 1884-1917 - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/volcanoes-and-vulcanology-1885-1917-by-various/ |
collection short scientific articles study volcanoes related seismic activity published knowledge monthly record science 1884 1917 summary j m smallheer |
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12412 |
13120 |
Garden God: A Tale of Two Boys |
Forrest Reid |
General Fiction |
The Garden God: A Tale of Two Boys is Forrest Reid’s tender, bracingly tragic reflection on adolescence, pantheism, Platonism, and homoerotic desire. A classic of “Uranian” literature, it tells the story of Graham Iddesleigh, a fifteen year old boy whose early childhood is spent in cloistered seclusion. He idles his time roaming his family’s idyllic country estate, fantasizing about an imagined friendship with an ancient Greek god. But all this changes when his father sends him off to boarding school. Once there, Graham soon meets the ethereal Harold Brocklehurst, a fellow schoolboy who is an exact double of Graham’s imaginary friend. Thus begins an unforgettable love and friendship that shapes and reinvigorates both boys—but can their bond withstand the sudden and inexplicable strike of tragedy? - Summary by ChuckW |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-god-a-tale-of-two-boys-by-forrest-reid/ |
garden god tale two boys forrest reid s tender bracingly tragic reflection adolescence pantheism platonism homoerotic desire classic uranian literature tells story graham iddesleigh fifteen year old boy whose early childhood spent cloistered seclusion idles time roaming family s idyllic country estate fantasizing imagined friendship ancient greek god changes father sends boarding school there graham soon meets ethereal harold brocklehurst fellow schoolboy exact double graham s imaginary friend thus begins unforgettable love friendship shapes reinvigorates boys but bond withstand sudden inexplicable strike tragedy summary chuckw |
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12413 |
13121 |
vida de Rubén Darío |
Rubén Darío |
Biography & Autobiography |
En este libro Ruben Darío nos narra su vida desde que era un niño, hasta las épocas en las que comenzó a escribir algunos de sus libros mas conocidos. En el intermedio nos narra experiencias vividas a lo largo de su travesía por el mundo así como sus asignaciones en diversos cargos que le permitieron conocer distintas realidades a nivel mundial y cuyas narraciones nos relata. En algunos capítulos también nos da una pincelada de sus inicios como poeta y la experiencia de sus primeros amores, declarando incluso las circunstancias que le mantuvieron separado de su esposa en el momento de su fallecimiento. Este libro sin duda nos permite conocer mejor a este gran autor desde sus propias palabras y experiencias. (KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/la-vida-de-ruben-dario-by-ruben-dario/ |
en este libro ruben darío nos narra su vida desde que era un niño hasta las épocas en las que comenzó escribir algunos de sus libros mas conocidos en el intermedio nos narra experiencias vividas lo largo de su travesía por el mundo así como sus asignaciones en diversos cargos que le permitieron conocer distintas realidades nivel mundial cuyas narraciones nos relata en algunos capítulos también nos da una pincelada de sus inicios como poeta la experiencia de sus primeros amores declarando incluso las circunstancias que le mantuvieron separado de su esposa en el momento de su fallecimiento este libro sin duda nos permite conocer mejor este gran autor desde sus propias palabras experiencias kendalrigans |
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12422 |
13132 |
Silver Princess in Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General |
Young King Randy of Regalia is visited by his old friend, Kabumpo, the Elegant Elephant of Pumperdink. Together, they set out to visit their friend Jinnicky the Red Jinn in the Land of Ev. On the way, they meet Planetty, the silver Princess from Anuther Planet, and her fire-breathing thunder colt. When they reach Jinnicky's palace, they find that Jinnicky has been deposed and enchanted by an untrustworthy slave! Can Randy and Kabumpo defeat Gludwig and restore peace and justice to Ev? \nThe Silver Princess in Oz (1938) is the thirty-second of the Oz books created by L. Frank Baum and his successors, and the eighteenth written by Ruth Plumly Thompson. - Summary by Beth Thomas and Wikipedia |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-princess-in-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
young king randy regalia visited old friend kabumpo elegant elephant pumperdink together set visit friend jinnicky red jinn land ev way meet planetty silver princess anuther planet fire breathing thunder colt reach jinnicky s palace find jinnicky deposed enchanted untrustworthy slave randy kabumpo defeat gludwig restore peace justice ev silver princess oz 1938 thirty second oz books created l frank baum successors eighteenth written ruth plumly thompson summary beth thomas wikipedia |
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12414 |
13122 |
Outa Karel’s Stories: South African Folk-Lore Tales |
Sanni Metelerkamp |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Animals & Nature |
Sanni Metelerkamp was a South African playwright and author born in 1867. She is well known for her biography of her great-grandfather, George Rex, the British born entrepreneur who founded the town of Knysna and was rumoured to have been an illegitimate son of King George III. \nPossibly her greatest legacy however is the publication of a collection of folk tales which in her own words "… are the common property of every country child in South Africa." By the time she published "Outa Karel’s Stories: South African Folk-Lore Tales" in 1914, South Africa had come through a time of great turmoil. There had been years of conflict between the Boer settlers, the Zulus and the British. The arrival of peoples from all over the world seeking gold and diamonds together with the advent of the railroads, was opening up the country and changing society. Sanni was afraid that many of the old traditions and stories would be lost and so set down these few for posterity. \nShe also stated " I greatly regret that (the stories) appear here in what is, to them, a foreign tongue. No one who has not heard them in the Taal - that quaint, expressive language of the people - can have any idea of what they lose through translation, but, having been written in the first instance for English publications, the original medium was out of the question." However, even The Taal (which in South Africa refers to Afrikaans) would not have been the language from whence these tales originated. They came from the oral traditions of the indigenous peoples of South Africa . \nThe storyteller is Outa Karel, an old family retainer and though they are told here in English, there are several words and expressions in the "Taal". There is however an excellent Glossary at the beginning of the book which is read as a separate file for reference.\n( Noel Badrian) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/outa-karels-stories-south-african-folk-lore-tales-by-sanni-metelerkamp/ |
sanni metelerkamp south african playwright author born 1867 well known biography great grandfather george rex british born entrepreneur founded town knysna rumoured illegitimate son king george iii possibly greatest legacy however publication collection folk tales words common property every country child south africa time published outa karel s stories south african folk lore tales 1914 south africa come time great turmoil years conflict boer settlers zulus british arrival peoples world seeking gold diamonds together advent railroads opening country changing society sanni afraid many old traditions stories would lost set posterity also stated greatly regret the stories appear is them foreign tongue one heard taal quaint expressive language people idea lose translation but written first instance english publications original medium question however even taal which south africa refers afrikaans would language whence tales originated came oral traditions indigenous peoples south africa storyteller outa karel old family retainer though told english several words expressions taal however excellent glossary beginning book read separate file reference noel badrian |
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12415 |
13124 |
Book of Enoch |
Unknown |
Religion |
The Book of Enoch, is an ancient, non-canonical Jewish work. Estimates vary on the actual dates of authorship. However, Enoch was alive during the Antediluvian period as recorded in the Hebrew Bible. Fragments of the text, were discovered in cave 4 of the Qumran caves in 1948. <br /><br />Enoch, born in the 7th generation from Adam, was the grandfather of Noah. Enoch prophesied concerning the judgments on mankind (Jude 14-15 & Enoch 1:9). Enoch says his prophetic words were not for his generation but for a “generation of elect and righteous people far in the future that would be living in the day of tribulation when all the wicked and godless are to be removed.” (Enoch 1:1). He compiled his visions and prophecies into a book of parables and passed the secrets on to Noah (The book of Enoch 68:1).<br /><br />\n\nAmong the secrets passed down, Enoch gives a more detailed accounting of the relationship between the fallen angels (watchers) and the daughters of men in Genesis 6:2-4. He reveals the secrets of the luminaries and the weather and concludes with a prophesy concerning the condition of man and purging of the evil on earth. - Summary by CJ Plogue |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-enoch/ |
book enoch ancient non canonical jewish work estimates vary actual dates authorship however enoch alive antediluvian period recorded hebrew bible fragments text discovered cave 4 qumran caves 1948 br br enoch born 7th generation adam grandfather noah enoch prophesied concerning judgments mankind jude 14 15 enoch 1 9 enoch says prophetic words generation generation elect righteous people far future would living day tribulation wicked godless removed enoch 1 1 compiled visions prophecies book parables passed secrets noah the book enoch 68 1 br br among secrets passed down enoch gives detailed accounting relationship fallen angels watchers daughters men genesis 6 2 4 reveals secrets luminaries weather concludes prophesy concerning condition man purging evil earth summary cj plogue |
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12416 |
13125 |
Junior Classics Volume 4: Heroes and Heroines of Chivalry |
William Patten |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The purpose of The Junior Classics is to provide, in ten volumes containing about five thousand pages, a classified collection of tales, stories, and poems, both ancient and modern, suitable for boys and girls of from six to sixteen years of age, but adults will enjoy these just the same! This volume contains stories about heroes such as Robin Hood, King Arthur, and Don Quixote. Summary by Foon |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-4-heroes-and-heroines-of-chivalry-by-various/ |
purpose junior classics provide ten volumes containing five thousand pages classified collection tales stories poems ancient modern suitable boys girls six sixteen years age adults enjoy same volume contains stories heroes robin hood king arthur quixote summary foon |
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12417 |
13126 |
His Lady Friend |
Ring Lardner |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This week's poem is taken from Ringgold Wilmer "Ring" Lardner's <b>Bib Ballads</b> book of poetry about his child. In his Forward he says </b></b>\n<i>Dear Parents:—Don't imagine, please,</b>\nIt's in a boastful spirit\nI fashion verses such as these;...\n...But babes are babes, and mine, no doubt,\nIs very much like others. </i> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/his-lady-friend-by-ring-lardner/ |
week s poem taken ringgold wilmer ring lardner s b bib ballads b book poetry child forward says b b i dear parents don t imagine please b boastful spirit fashion verses these but babes babes mine doubt much like others i |
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12418 |
13127 |
Christmas Miscellany 2018 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, General Fiction, Christian Fiction |
Sixteen Christmas stories or essays. (David Wales) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-miscellany-2018-by-various/ |
sixteen christmas stories essays david wales |
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12419 |
13128 |
Shorty McCabe |
Sewell Ford |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Yes, it's been a couple of years since I quit the ring. . . . I slid into a quiet corner for a month or so, and then I dropped into the only thing I knew how to do, trainin' comers to go against the champs. It ain't like pullin' down your sixty per cent of the gate receipts, but there's worse payin' jobs.<br /><br />Course, there's times when I finds myself up against it. It was durin' one of them squeezes, not so long ago, that I gets mixed up with Leonidas Dodge, and all that foolishness. Ah, it wa'n't anything worth wastin' breath over. You would? Honest? Well, it won't take long, I guess. - Summary by Sewell Ford |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/shorty-mccabe-by-sewell-ford/ |
yes couple years since quit ring slid quiet corner month so dropped thing knew do trainin comers go champs ain t like pullin sixty per cent gate receipts there s worse payin jobs br br course there s times finds it durin one squeezes long ago gets mixed leonidas dodge foolishness ah wa n t anything worth wastin breath over would honest well take long guess summary sewell ford |
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12420 |
13130 |
d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 1: The Three Musketeers (version 3) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The d'Artagnan Romances are six volumes that intertwine exciting events (real and fictionalized) from 17th-century Europe and the life of the most adored French musketeer of that period, Charles de Batz-Castelmore d'Artagnan. Volume 1 introduces d’Artagnan as a young man, seeking to earn the glory of serving in the King’s Musketeers. While in pursuit of this aim, d’Artagnan befriends three musketeers – Athos, Porthos, and Aramis – who aid him in adventures against their King’s adversary, the cunning Cardinal Richelieu. "One for all, and all for one!" - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-dartagnan-romances-vol-1-the-three-musketeers-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
d artagnan romances six volumes intertwine exciting events real fictionalized 17th century europe life adored french musketeer period charles de batz castelmore d artagnan volume 1 introduces d artagnan young man seeking earn glory serving king s musketeers pursuit aim d artagnan befriends three musketeers athos porthos aramis aid adventures king s adversary cunning cardinal richelieu one all one summary jvanstan |
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12421 |
13131 |
Herbals, Their Origin and Evolution: A Chapter in the History of Botany |
Agnes Arber |
Early Modern, Life Sciences |
Eminent British botanist Agnes Arber provides an authoritative history of printed Herbals -- books widely used in early modern Europe to catalogue the uses of different kinds of plants. While Herbals often reflected pre-scientific and magical beliefs about the properties of plants, Arber's work reveals that they were also critical to the early development of botany and medicine as empirical sciences. A classic in the history of science. - Summary by Josh Leach |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/herbals-their-origin-and-evolution-by-agnes-arber/ |
eminent british botanist agnes arber provides authoritative history printed herbals books widely used early modern europe catalogue uses different kinds plants herbals often reflected pre scientific magical beliefs properties plants arber s work reveals also critical early development botany medicine empirical sciences classic history science summary josh leach |
| 12451 |
12425 |
13135 |
Book of American Negro Poetry |
Otto Leland Bohanan |
Anthologies |
The Book of American Negro Poetry is one of the earliest and most essential anthologies of African-American verse ever brought to print. Edited by writer and diplomat James Weldon Johnson, this collection was published with the hope of bringing to the public a greater awareness of the art and literature created by Black writers. This is the first edition of this long-republished anthology and collects seminal works by Paul Dunbar, W.E.B. Du Bois, Claude McKay, Leslie Hill, James Corrothers, and many more. - Summary by ChuckW |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-american-negro-poetry-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
book american negro poetry one earliest essential anthologies african american verse ever brought print edited writer diplomat james weldon johnson collection published hope bringing public greater awareness art literature created black writers first edition long republished anthology collects seminal works paul dunbar w e b du bois claude mckay leslie hill james corrothers many more summary chuckw |
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12426 |
13136 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 22: El Cantar de los Cantares |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El Cantar de los Cantares es una serie de poemas líricos que tratan el tema del amor entre el hombre y la mujer. Estos poemas están llenos de pasión y deleite del amor humano. El escenario de los poemas es tranquilo, lleno de imágenes del campo en primavera.<br /><br />Estos poemas han sido objeto de muchas interpretaciones, incluyendo la relación de Dios y su amor por Israel. Otra opinión los ve como una alegoría del amor de Cristo por Su novia, la Iglesia. En un sentido general, los poemas honran el matrimonio entre un hombre y una mujer y describen las alegrías y el gozo del amor conyugal. El tema principal de las canciones es el amor del novio por su novia.<br /><br />\nEnglish Translation:<br />\nSong of Solomon is a series of lyrical poems that deal with the theme of love between man and woman. These poems are full of passion and delight of human love. The scene of the poems is calm, full of images of the countryside in the spring.<br /><br />\nThese poems have been the object of many interpretations, including the relationship of God and His love for Israel. Another view sees them as an allegory of Christ's love for His bride, the Church. In a general sense, the poems honor the marriage between a man and a woman, and describe the happiness and joys of conjugal love. The main theme of the songs is the bridegroom’s love for his bride. <br />\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/el-cantar-de-los-cantares-by-reina-valera/ |
el cantar de los cantares es una serie de poemas líricos que tratan el tema del amor entre el hombre la mujer estos poemas están llenos de pasión deleite del amor humano el escenario de los poemas es tranquilo lleno de imágenes del campo en primavera br br estos poemas han sido objeto de muchas interpretaciones incluyendo la relación de dios su amor por israel otra opinión los como una alegoría del amor de cristo por su novia la iglesia en un sentido general los poemas honran el matrimonio entre un hombre una mujer describen las alegrías el gozo del amor conyugal el tema principal de las canciones es el amor del novio por su novia br br english translation br song solomon series lyrical poems deal theme love man woman poems full passion delight human love scene poems calm full images countryside spring br br poems object many interpretations including relationship god love israel another view sees allegory christ s love bride church general sense poems honor marriage man woman describe happiness joys conjugal love main theme songs bridegroom s love bride br summary claudia r barrett |
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12427 |
13137 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 11. November 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, Vol VIII, the November Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>Patagonia, by J. B. Hatcher</li>\n <li>Hatcher's Work in Patagonia, by W. J. McGee</li>\n <li>The Sushitna River, Alaska, by W. A. Dickey</li>\n <li>A Winter Weather Record from the Klondike Region, by E. W. Nelson</li>\n <li>The Russian Census of 1897, by A. W. Greely</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-11-november-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly vol viii november number br includes following articles br br ul li patagonia j b hatcher li li hatcher s work patagonia w j mcgee li li the sushitna river alaska w a dickey li li a winter weather record klondike region e w nelson li li the russian census 1897 a w greely li ul br br |
| 12454 |
12428 |
13138 |
Voyage in the 'Sunbeam', Our Home on the Ocean for Eleven Months |
Anna Brassey |
Exploration |
Mrs. Brassey, (in future, Lady Brassey) describes the events and sights of her family's voyage around in the world in 1876-1877 ( Dovie Cross) |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/a-voyage-in-the-sunbeam-our-home-on-the-ocean-for-eleven-months-by-anna-annie-allnutt-brassey/ |
mrs brassey in future lady brassey describes events sights family s voyage around world 1876 1877 dovie cross |
| 12455 |
12429 |
13139 |
Itinerant House, and Other Stories |
Emma Frances Dawson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a volume of short stories of supernatural fiction by American author Emma Frances Dawson. Not all of the tales depend on ghosts, most of them are much more subtle than that. The author skillfully creates undercurrents, adding a distinct quality to these stories. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/an-itinerant-house-and-other-stories-by-emma-frances-dawson/ |
volume short stories supernatural fiction american author emma frances dawson tales depend ghosts much subtle that author skillfully creates undercurrents adding distinct quality stories summary carolin |
| 12456 |
12430 |
13140 |
My Book of Favourite Fairy Tales (version 2) |
Edric Vredenberg |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"Here they are again, the old, old stories, the very best; dear Cinderella, wicked old Bluebeard, tiny Thumbling, beautiful Beauty and the ugly Beast, and a host of others. But the old stories, I may tell you, are always new, and always must be so, because there are new children to read them every day, and to these, of course, these old tales might have been written yesterday.\n\nBut the stories in this book are new in another way. Look how they are clothed, look at their beautiful setting, the wonderful [pg 8] pictures! Have you ever seen such charming princes and lovely princesses, such dainty grace and delicate feeling?\n\nWhat would our grandfathers and grandmothers have said of such a book! They would have thought there was magic in the brush and pencil.\n\nSurely we are favoured in this generation when we see before us, the old, old fairy tales, which are ever new, dressed in such a beautiful and splendid fashion! " - Summary by the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/my-book-of-favourite-fairy-tales-version-2-by-edric-vredenberg/ |
here again old old stories best dear cinderella wicked old bluebeard tiny thumbling beautiful beauty ugly beast host others old stories may tell you always new always must so new children read every day these course old tales might written yesterday stories book new another way look clothed look beautiful setting wonderful pg 8 pictures ever seen charming princes lovely princesses dainty grace delicate feeling would grandfathers grandmothers said book would thought magic brush pencil surely favoured generation see us old old fairy tales ever new dressed beautiful splendid fashion summary author |
| 12457 |
12431 |
13141 |
History of and Suggestions in the Making of Biscuits, Quick Breads and Cake |
Claudia Quigley Murphy |
|
This is a very short treatise on breads and cakes, published in 1921. The author is Claudia Quigley Murphy, a notable American journalist and suffragist. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-and-suggestions-in-the-making-of-biscuits-quick-breads-and-cake-by-claudia-quigley-murphy/ |
short treatise breads cakes published 1921 author claudia quigley murphy notable american journalist suffragist summary carolin |
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12432 |
13142 |
History of the Art of Tablesetting |
Claudia Quigley Murphy |
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The art of table setting is one of the lost arts in the modern household. Do we just not bother anymore or did we collectively forget how to do it? Maybe this little book will get some of us to start observing etiquette properly again. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-art-of-tablesetting-by-claudia-quigley-murphy/ |
art table setting one lost arts modern household bother anymore collectively forget it maybe little book get us start observing etiquette properly again summary carolin |
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12433 |
13143 |
Cheery Way, a Bit of Verse for Every Day - September |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Poetry |
There should be a bit of poetry in every day, and John Kendrick Bangs wrote a fitting poem for each day in the year. In 1920, a book was published with one of Bangs' poems for each day. This project covers the month of September. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-cheery-way-september-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
bit poetry every day john kendrick bangs wrote fitting poem day year 1920 book published one bangs poems day project covers month september summary carolin |
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12437 |
13147 |
Kabumpo in Oz (version 2) |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
An elephant in Oz? You bet! The tiny kingdom of Pumperdink has what no neighboring kingdom has: an Elegant Elephant in court, and his name is Kabumpo. He is very proud of his kingdom, his elegance and tends to be just the smallest bit pompous. On the other hand, he loves the young prince Pompo and goes with him in a desperate search to save their kingdom from disappearing. Yes, the prince must find the 'proper princess' and marry her within 7 days or the entire kingdom and everyone in it will be gone. Such a great responsibility on such a youth is hard to bear but Kabumpo helps a lot. Naturally the evil gnome Ruggedo is involved deep underneath but this will all be explained in the exciting chapters. Will he find the proper princess? will he squished by the giant? You must listen to find out and I promise it will be a wild ride. Summary by phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/kabumpo-in-oz-version-2-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
elephant oz bet tiny kingdom pumperdink neighboring kingdom has elegant elephant court name kabumpo proud kingdom elegance tends smallest bit pompous hand loves young prince pompo goes desperate search save kingdom disappearing yes prince must find proper princess marry within 7 days entire kingdom everyone gone great responsibility youth hard bear kabumpo helps lot naturally evil gnome ruggedo involved deep underneath explained exciting chapters find proper princess squished giant must listen find promise wild ride summary phil chenevert |
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12438 |
13148 |
Course of Lectures on the Principles of Domestic Economy and Cookery |
Juliet Corson |
Cooking |
"This course of lectures is designed to meet the wants of two classes of persons:<br>\nFirst—Those who are experienced housekeepers, familiar with the principles and practice of cookery, but who desire information concerning the preparation of the finer dishes of the modern school.</br>\nSecond—The young ladies in attendance at the University and others like them, who have had their time and attention so engrossed with studies and other duties that they have not had the opportunity to qualify themselves in this most important branch of a woman’s education." - Summary by From the Introduction |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/a-course-of-lectures-on-the-principles-of-domestic-economy-and-cookery-by-juliet-corson/ |
this course lectures designed meet wants two classes persons br first those experienced housekeepers familiar principles practice cookery desire information concerning preparation finer dishes modern school br second the young ladies attendance university others like them time attention engrossed studies duties opportunity qualify important branch woman s education summary introduction |
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12439 |
13149 |
Certain Personal Matters |
H. G. Wells |
Essays & Short Works |
Although best known for his works of science fiction, social commentary and history, H.G. Wells here gives us humorous and light-hearted pieces on a wide variety of intriguing topics from chess to death. Each essay is a gem of wit and delight. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/certain-personal-matters-by-h-g-wells/ |
although best known works science fiction social commentary history h g wells gives us humorous light hearted pieces wide variety intriguing topics chess death essay gem wit delight summary larry wilson |
| 12463 |
12440 |
13150 |
Pope Adrian IV; An Historical Sketch |
Richard Raby |
Christianity - Biographies |
Pope Adrian IV (c. 1100-1159, pope 1154-1159) was the only English pope. Written by a Catholic in 1849, this biography of the pope appeared twenty years after the English Parliament passed “The Roman Catholic Relief Act of 1829.” “The following sketch was written to supply what its author felt persuaded could not fail to interest his fellow Catholics in England; namely, some account of the only English Pope who ever reigned. In it he does not pretend to any novelty of research; but simply to present a connected narrative of such events in the history of Pope Adrian IV. as have hitherto lain broken and concealed in old chronicles, or been slightly touched for the most part in an incidental way by modern writers.” - Summary by Author's Preface and David Wales |
English |
1849 |
https://librivox.org/pope-adrian-iv-an-historical-sketch-by-richard-raby/ |
pope adrian iv c 1100 1159 pope 1154 1159 english pope written catholic 1849 biography pope appeared twenty years english parliament passed the roman catholic relief act 1829 the following sketch written supply author felt persuaded could fail interest fellow catholics england namely account english pope ever reigned pretend novelty research simply present connected narrative events history pope adrian iv hitherto lain broken concealed old chronicles slightly touched part incidental way modern writers summary author s preface david wales |
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12441 |
13151 |
Peter Bell: A Tale |
William Wordsworth |
Narratives |
A ne'er-do-well's life is changed by an encounter with a stubborn animal. - Summary by Matthew Schneider |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/peter-bell-a-tale-by-william-wordsworth/ |
ne er do well s life changed encounter stubborn animal summary matthew schneider |
| 12465 |
12442 |
13152 |
Guy Mannering, or, The Astrologer |
Sir Walter Scott |
General Fiction |
Guy Mannering is a young astrologer, just down from Oxford. While travelling in Scotland, he loses his way and unexpectedly comes to stay at Ellangowan, just as the son of Godfrey Bertram is born. Guy Mannering consults the stars to tell the fortune of the new-born, but as the boy is destined to face much danger in his life, Mannering decides not to alarm the new parents just yet. He seals his predictions in a letter and instructs Betram to open it when the boy is five years old. But even a learned astrologer could not have foreseen how the fates of Guy Mannering and the Bertram family are intertwined.. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/guy-mannering-or-the-astrologer-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
guy mannering young astrologer oxford travelling scotland loses way unexpectedly comes stay ellangowan son godfrey bertram born guy mannering consults stars tell fortune new born boy destined face much danger life mannering decides alarm new parents yet seals predictions letter instructs betram open boy five years old even learned astrologer could foreseen fates guy mannering bertram family intertwined summary carolin |
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12443 |
13153 |
Problem Club |
Barry Pain |
Humorous Fiction |
The Problem Club is an infamous London Club which meets once a month to discuss a given problem. The problems have nothing to do with mathematics, but are social problems, in the broadest possible sense of the word. For instance, how does one manage to kiss ten young ladies on the cheek within the space of one hour without offending any of them? Would you be able to solve this problem? Watch the members of the Problem Club compete and find out how it is done. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-problem-club-by-barry-pain/ |
problem club infamous london club meets month discuss given problem problems nothing mathematics social problems broadest possible sense word instance one manage kiss ten young ladies cheek within space one hour without offending them would able solve problem watch members problem club compete find done summary carolin |
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12445 |
13155 |
Mary Schweidler, the Amber Witch |
Wilhelm Meinhold |
Historical Fiction |
Wilhelm Meinhold, a Pomeranian priest working on the Island of Usedom, relates the story of Mary Schweidler, the Amber Witch. The author assures us that the story he has to tell is based on a manuscript he found in the parish church, originally written by a previous pastor named Abraham Schweidler. Schweidler chronicles how his own daughter Mary was trapped and accused of witchcraft. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/mary-schweidler-the-amber-witch-by-wilhelm-meinhold/ |
wilhelm meinhold pomeranian priest working island usedom relates story mary schweidler amber witch author assures us story tell based manuscript found parish church originally written previous pastor named abraham schweidler schweidler chronicles daughter mary trapped accused witchcraft summary carolin |
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12446 |
13156 |
Panther |
Rainer Maria Rilke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
René Karl Wilhelm Johann Josef Maria Rilke, better known as Rainer Maria Rilke, was a Bohemian-Austrian poet and novelist. He is "widely recognized as one of the most lyrically intense German-language poets". He wrote both verse and highly-lyrical prose. Several critics have described Rilke's work as inherently "mystical". His writings include one novel, several collections of poetry and several volumes of correspondence in which he invokes haunting images that focus on the difficulty of communion with the ineffable in an age of disbelief, solitude and profound anxiety. These deeply existential themes tend to position him as a transitional figure between the traditional and the modernist writers. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-panther-by-rainer-maria-rilke/ |
rené karl wilhelm johann josef maria rilke better known rainer maria rilke bohemian austrian poet novelist widely recognized one lyrically intense german language poets wrote verse highly lyrical prose several critics described rilke s work inherently mystical writings include one novel several collections poetry several volumes correspondence invokes haunting images focus difficulty communion ineffable age disbelief solitude profound anxiety deeply existential themes tend position transitional figure traditional modernist writers summary wikipedia |
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12447 |
13158 |
Scenes in Europe, for the Amusement and Instruction of Little Tarry-at-Home Travellers |
Isaac Taylor |
Travel Fiction |
In this little volume, Isaac Taylor takes us on a tour of Europe, anno 1824. We travel once around the entire continent, starting in England, through Scandinavia, Russia, down to Turkey, over the Alps, France, Spain, and back to England. The tour is made with poems and prose, and should be of interest to all listeners. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/scenes-in-europe-by-isaac-taylor/ |
little volume isaac taylor takes us tour europe anno 1824 travel around entire continent starting england scandinavia russia turkey alps france spain back england tour made poems prose interest listeners summary carolin |
| 12470 |
12448 |
13159 |
Faces in the Fire, and Other Fancies |
Frank W. Boreham |
Christianity - Other |
In this collection of essays, Frank Boreham shares with us his musings on how everyday items such as boots and linoleum, or a cozy fire, or even Nothing at all, can enrich our spiritual lives and draw us closer to our Heavenly Father. Summary by Devorah Allen. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/faces-in-the-fire-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
collection essays frank boreham shares us musings everyday items boots linoleum cozy fire even nothing all enrich spiritual lives draw us closer heavenly father summary devorah allen |
| 12471 |
12449 |
13160 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 09: El Primer Libro de Samuel |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El Primer y Segundo libros Samuel originalmente eran un volumen en la Biblia hebrea, que proporciona la biografía histórica de Israel desde la era de los jueces hasta David, el segundo rey de la nación.<br><br>Las escrituras dan cuenta de los tratos de Dios con la nación, incluido el propio Samuel, el vínculo de conexión entre los jueces, y los reyes.<br><br>Ramah, a unos diez kilómetros al norte de Jerusalén, era la localidad del ministerio de Samuel. Era su lugar de nacimiento, residencia judicial y lugar donde fue sepultado. La oficina norte de Samuel estaba ubicada a cinco millas al norte de Ramah en Bethel, donde 800 años antes Jacob había visto la escalera al cielo. <br><br>La oficina occidental de Samuel era Mizpeh, tres millas al oeste de Ramá, donde colocó la piedra "Ebenezer". En su vertiente norte estaba Gabaón, el lugar donde estuvo Josué cuando el "sol se detuvo". Ramah se localizaba en un área central esencial para el ministerio de Samuel.<br><br>La casa de Saúl era Gabaa (su nombre moderno, Tell-el-Ful), situada a medio camino entre Ramah y Jerusalén. Belén, doce millas al sur, era el lugar de nacimiento de David y más tarde el lugar de nacimiento de Jesús. Shiloh, a unas quince millas al norte, era el lugar donde Samuel ministraba cuando era niño. También fue donde el tabernáculo se mantuvo desde Josué hasta Samuel. A unas ocho millas al suroeste de Ramá fue donde se guardaba el Arca de la Alianza después de su regreso de los filisteos.<br><br><b>English Translation:</b> The First and Second books of Samuel were originally one volume in the Hebrew Bible, which provides the historical biography of Israel from the age of the judges to David, the second king of the nation.<br><br>The scriptures give account of God's dealings with the nation, including Samuel himself, the connecting link between the judges, and the kings.<br><br>Ramah, about ten kilometers north of Jerusalem, was the location of Samuel's ministry. It was his place of birth, judicial residence and place where he was buried. Samuel's north office was located five miles north of Ramah in Bethel, where 800 years earlier Jacob had seen the stairway to heaven.<br><br>Samuel's western office was Mizpeh, three miles west of Ramah, where he placed the "Ebenezer" stone. On its northern slope was Gibeon, the place where Joshua was when the "sun stopped". Ramah was located in a central area essential for Samuel's ministry.<br><br>The house of Saul was Gabaa (his modern name, Tell-el-Ful), located halfway between Ramah and Jerusalem. Bethlehem, twelve miles to the south, was the birthplace of David and later the birthplace of Jesus. Shiloh, about fifteen miles to the north, was the place where Samuel ministered as a child. It was also where the tabernacle was kept from Joshua to Samuel. About eight miles southwest of Ramah was where the Ark of the Covenant was kept after his return from the Philistines.<br><br>Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/09-1-samuel-by-reina-valera/ |
el primer segundo libros samuel originalmente eran un volumen en la biblia hebrea que proporciona la biografía histórica de israel desde la era de los jueces hasta david el segundo rey de la nación br br las escrituras dan cuenta de los tratos de dios con la nación incluido el propio samuel el vínculo de conexión entre los jueces los reyes br br ramah unos diez kilómetros al norte de jerusalén era la localidad del ministerio de samuel era su lugar de nacimiento residencia judicial lugar donde fue sepultado la oficina norte de samuel estaba ubicada cinco millas al norte de ramah en bethel donde 800 años antes jacob había visto la escalera al cielo br br la oficina occidental de samuel era mizpeh tres millas al oeste de ramá donde colocó la piedra ebenezer en su vertiente norte estaba gabaón el lugar donde estuvo josué cuando el sol se detuvo ramah se localizaba en un área central esencial para el ministerio de samuel br br la casa de saúl era gabaa su nombre moderno tell el ful situada medio camino entre ramah jerusalén belén doce millas al sur era el lugar de nacimiento de david más tarde el lugar de nacimiento de jesús shiloh unas quince millas al norte era el lugar donde samuel ministraba cuando era niño también fue donde el tabernáculo se mantuvo desde josué hasta samuel unas ocho millas al suroeste de ramá fue donde se guardaba el arca de la alianza después de su regreso de los filisteos br br b english translation b first second books samuel originally one volume hebrew bible provides historical biography israel age judges david second king nation br br the scriptures give account god s dealings nation including samuel himself connecting link judges kings br br ramah ten kilometers north jerusalem location samuel s ministry place birth judicial residence place buried samuel s north office located five miles north ramah bethel 800 years earlier jacob seen stairway heaven br br samuel s western office mizpeh three miles west ramah placed ebenezer stone northern slope gibeon place joshua sun stopped ramah located central area essential samuel s ministry br br the house saul gabaa his modern name tell el ful located halfway ramah jerusalem bethlehem twelve miles south birthplace david later birthplace jesus shiloh fifteen miles north place samuel ministered child also tabernacle kept joshua samuel eight miles southwest ramah ark covenant kept return philistines br br summary claudia r barrett |
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12450 |
13161 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 14, Feb. 3, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction |
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, craft projects and more. This 14th issue of the serial, published on February 3, 1880, features an eclectic collection of stories sure to delight present-day children as it did the children of centuries past. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-14-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children containing serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction poetry craft projects more 14th issue serial published february 3 1880 features eclectic collection stories sure delight present day children children centuries past serial published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 12473 |
12451 |
13162 |
Fates of the Princes of Dyfed |
Cenydd Morus |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Cenydd Morus's (Kenneth Morris) imaginative retelling of tales from the Mabinogion, the great work of Welsh literature first recorded in the 12th-13th century. Written while he was working for the Theosophical Society in California, Morris's version restores the Gods that he believed had disappeared from the written record but must have been present in the oral tradition of the Druid bards. First published in 1914 and republished in the 1970s as the 15th volume in the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-fates-of-the-princes-of-dyfed-by-cenydd-morus/ |
cenydd morus s kenneth morris imaginative retelling tales mabinogion great work welsh literature first recorded 12th 13th century written working theosophical society california morris s version restores gods believed disappeared written record must present oral tradition druid bards first published 1914 republished 1970s 15th volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library summary phil benson |
| 12474 |
12452 |
13163 |
Way of Holiness |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
Samuel Logan Brengle was a commissioner in the Salvation Army. His books are known for the practicality, joyfulness and authenticity. His life was spent working with people on the streets, so his insights into the work of the Holy Spirit are relevant to everyday life. His holiness was that of the street, the kitchen, and everyday life. His stories are of men and women living their daily lives. This is the third book in his "Holiness" series, which focuses on becoming like Jesus. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-way-of-holiness-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
samuel logan brengle commissioner salvation army books known practicality joyfulness authenticity life spent working people streets insights work holy spirit relevant everyday life holiness street kitchen everyday life stories men women living daily lives third book holiness series focuses becoming like jesus summary beth thomas |
| 12475 |
12453 |
13164 |
Hildebrand and his Times |
William Richard Ward Stephens |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
W.R.W. Stephens, the Anglican Dean of Winchester, writes a short, lively biography of the great church reformer, Hildebrand of Sovana (1015-1085), afterwards Pope Gregory VII, setting his life within the larger context of the struggle for dominance between the Holy Roman Empire and the Papacy during the Middle Ages. The roots of the conflict can be traced to the alliance made between Pope Stephen II and his successors and the Frankish King Pippin and his son Charlemagne to break the power of the Lombard Kingdom in Italy. Later emperors sought first to reform and then to dominate the Papacy, but they finally met their match in Hildebrand, leading to the famous confrontation between Pope and Emperor on the snowy steps of Canossa Castle. Facing an imperial invasion, Pope Gregory took the fatal step of summoning his fierce Norman allies. They sacked and burned Rome and carried Hildebrand off to Salerno where, his body weak but his spirit unbowed, he breathed his last crying, "I have loved righteousness and hated iniquity--therefore I die in exile." After Hildebrand's death, his ally Duchess Matilda, the greatest power in northern Italy, continued the struggle with the tragic Emperor, Henry IV, over investiture and reform, a conflict which was only settled under his perfidious son, Henry V. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/hildebrand-and-his-times-by-william-richard-ward-stephens/ |
w r w stephens anglican dean winchester writes short lively biography great church reformer hildebrand sovana 1015 1085 afterwards pope gregory vii setting life within larger context struggle dominance holy roman empire papacy middle ages roots conflict traced alliance made pope stephen ii successors frankish king pippin son charlemagne break power lombard kingdom italy later emperors sought first reform dominate papacy finally met match hildebrand leading famous confrontation pope emperor snowy steps canossa castle facing imperial invasion pope gregory took fatal step summoning fierce norman allies sacked burned rome carried hildebrand salerno where body weak spirit unbowed breathed last crying i loved righteousness hated iniquity therefore die exile hildebrand s death ally duchess matilda greatest power northern italy continued struggle tragic emperor henry iv investiture reform conflict settled perfidious son henry v pamela nagami |
| 12476 |
12454 |
13165 |
Heraldos Negros |
César Vallejo Mendoza |
Single author |
Los heraldos negros es el título de un libro de poemas escrito por el poeta peruano César Vallejo entre 1915 y 1918, y publicado por primera vez en julio de 1919 (aunque con fecha de 1918). Fue el primer libro publicado por Vallejo y en él evidencia su evolución desde un modernismo decadentista, hasta la creación de una poética sumamente personal. Los heraldos negros es también el título del poema liminar o que sirve de introducción al libro. (Summary by KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/los-heraldos-negros-by-cesar-vallejo-mendoza/ |
los heraldos negros es el título de un libro de poemas escrito por el poeta peruano césar vallejo entre 1915 1918 publicado por primera vez en julio de 1919 aunque con fecha de 1918 fue el primer libro publicado por vallejo en él evidencia su evolución desde un modernismo decadentista hasta la creación de una poética sumamente personal los heraldos negros es también el título del poema liminar que sirve de introducción al libro summary kendalrigans |
| 12477 |
12455 |
13166 |
Women I'm Not Married To |
Franklin Pierce Adams |
Romance, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This poem, by Franklin P. Adams, is the sequel to/answer to Dorothy Parker's poem, Women I'm Not Married To, with a decidedly different but equally humorous take on the matter. ( Summary by Michele Fry ) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/women-im-not-married-to-by-franklin-pierce-adams/ |
poem franklin p adams sequel to answer dorothy parker s poem women i m married to decidedly different equally humorous take matter summary michele fry |
| 12478 |
12456 |
13167 |
Short Poetry Collection 192 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 48 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for May 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-192-by-various/ |
collection 48 poems read english librivox volunteers may 2019 |
| 12479 |
12457 |
13168 |
From Queen's Gardens |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Poetry |
This is the first part of a collection of poetry written by female poets. This part of From Queen's Gardens is a collection of 30 poems by Elizabeth Barrett Browning. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/from-queens-gardens-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
first part collection poetry written female poets part queen s gardens collection 30 poems elizabeth barrett browning summary carolin |
| 12480 |
12458 |
13169 |
From Queen's Gardens |
Jean Ingelow |
Poetry |
This is the second part of a collection of poetry written by English female poets. This part of From Queen's Gardens is a collection of 30 poems by Jean Ingelow. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/from-queens-gardens-by-jean-ingelow/ |
second part collection poetry written english female poets part queen s gardens collection 30 poems jean ingelow summary carolin |
| 12481 |
12459 |
13170 |
From Queen's Gardens |
Adelaide Anne Procter |
Poetry |
This is the third part of a collection of poetry written by English female poets. This part of From Queen's Gardens is a collection of 29 poems by Adelaide Anne Procter. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/from-queens-gardens-by-adelaide-anne-procter/ |
third part collection poetry written english female poets part queen s gardens collection 29 poems adelaide anne procter summary carolin |
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12460 |
13171 |
From Queen's Gardens |
Christina Rossetti |
Poetry |
This is the fourth part of a collection of poetry written by English female poets. This part of From Queen's Gardens is a collection of 47 poems by Christina Rossetti. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/from-queens-gardens-by-christina-rossetti/ |
fourth part collection poetry written english female poets part queen s gardens collection 47 poems christina rossetti summary carolin |
| 12483 |
12461 |
13172 |
From Queen's Gardens - A Chorus of Many Voices |
Various |
Poetry |
This is the final part of From Queen's Gardens. The previous four parts were collections of poetry by eminent English poets: Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Jean Ingelow, Adelaide A. Procter, and Christina Rossetti. This final part of the same volume is a collection of individual poems by less well-known female poets, or, sometimes, well-known writers known more for their novels than for their poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/from-queens-gardens-a-chorus-of-many-voices-by-various/ |
final part queen s gardens previous four parts collections poetry eminent english poets elizabeth barrett browning jean ingelow adelaide a procter christina rossetti final part volume collection individual poems less well known female poets or sometimes well known writers known novels poetry summary carolin |
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12469 |
13180 |
Book of Bargains |
Vincent O'Sullivan |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a volume of short horror stories by American-born short story writer, poet and critic Vincent O'Sullivan. Sometimes considered the last of the decadents, O'Sullivan was a notable literary figure of his time, a friend of Oscar Wilde, and a favourite of many critics. The stories in the Book of Bargains are all of them notable horror stories, each involving a bargain with the devil - either explicitly or figuratively. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-bargains-by-vincent-osullivan/ |
volume short horror stories american born short story writer poet critic vincent o sullivan sometimes considered last decadents o sullivan notable literary figure time friend oscar wilde favourite many critics stories book bargains notable horror stories involving bargain devil either explicitly figuratively summary carolin |
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12462 |
13173 |
Biography of an American Bondman, By His Daughter |
Josephine Brown |
Biography & Autobiography |
Josephine Brown's Biography of an American Bondsman faithfully follows the trajectory of her father's life as previously explored in his own narratives. She distills and summarizes the major revelatory moments of his autobiography while she also incorporates new anecdotal information and offers her own perspective on Brown's life. Whereas her biography draws frequently from previously published autobiographical accounts, the narrative style and comic flourishes add interest and value to the text. Andrews observes that her biography's primary contribution to the "lore of William Wells Brown" may be the insight it offers into the rhetorical tactics used by both father and daughter in "their war of words against slavery." |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/biography-of-an-american-bondman-by-his-daughter-by-josephine-brown/ |
josephine brown s biography american bondsman faithfully follows trajectory father s life previously explored narratives distills summarizes major revelatory moments autobiography also incorporates new anecdotal information offers perspective brown s life whereas biography draws frequently previously published autobiographical accounts narrative style comic flourishes add interest value text andrews observes biography s primary contribution lore william wells brown may insight offers rhetorical tactics used father daughter their war words slavery |
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12463 |
13174 |
War That Will End War |
H. G. Wells |
*Non-fiction |
.About the First World War, and the author's conclusions. Whether or not you agree with these articles/essays, H G Wells does make many valid points about the war, and it's effect on people, especially in Britain. I suppose he cannot be blamed for getting the concept and the title wrong, in hindsight, as there were barely 22 years to pass before the Second World War with Germany began. Wells highlights the corruption both in Britain and Germany during the terrible conflict, and the humanitarian price which had to be paid. He felt it his duty to keep people informed, at a time when only newspapers were available. It was a period, around 1914-1918, that pre-dated radio and TV, and the mass communication which is available to us all today. Historically I believe it stands as a testament to that period. - Summary by Peter Thomlinson |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-that-will-end-war-by-h-g-wells/ |
about first world war author s conclusions whether agree articles essays h g wells make many valid points war effect people especially britain suppose cannot blamed getting concept title wrong hindsight barely 22 years pass second world war germany began wells highlights corruption britain germany terrible conflict humanitarian price paid felt duty keep people informed time newspapers available period around 1914 1918 pre dated radio tv mass communication available us today historically believe stands testament period summary peter thomlinson |
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12464 |
13175 |
Clayhanger (Version 2) |
Arnold Bennett |
Published 1800 -1900 |
A coming-of-age story about Edwin Clayhanger, who leaves school, has his ambition to become an architect thwarted by his tyrannical father, Darius, and so works in the family printing business. Edwin eventually takes over the business successfully. The story follows Edwin’s relationships with his family and the mysterious Hilda Lessways.\nIt is the first book of four in the Clayhanger series, following Edwin’s life. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/clayhanger-version-2-by-arnold-bennett/ |
coming of age story edwin clayhanger leaves school ambition become architect thwarted tyrannical father darius works family printing business edwin eventually takes business successfully story follows edwin s relationships family mysterious hilda lessways first book four clayhanger series following edwin s life summary simon evers |
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12465 |
13176 |
History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 4, December 1909 |
Various |
History |
"The History Teacher’s Magazine is devoted to the interests of teachers of History, Civics, and related subjects in the fields of Geography and Economics. It aims to bring to the teacher of these topics the latest news of his profession. It will describe recent methods of history teaching, and such experiments as may be tried by teachers in different parts of the country. It will keep the teacher in touch with the recent literature of history by giving an impartial judgment upon recent text-books. It will give announcements of meetings of Teachers’ Associations and accounts of their work. Its columns being open to the questions and contributions of every history teacher, it will serve as a clearing-house of ideas and ideals in the profession of history teaching." From the first issue of History Teacher's Magazine. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-teachers-magazine-vol-i-no-4-december-1909-by-various/ |
the history teacher s magazine devoted interests teachers history civics related subjects fields geography economics aims bring teacher topics latest news profession describe recent methods history teaching experiments may tried teachers different parts country keep teacher touch recent literature history giving impartial judgment upon recent text books give announcements meetings teachers associations accounts work columns open questions contributions every history teacher serve clearing house ideas ideals profession history teaching first issue history teacher s magazine |
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12466 |
13177 |
Where No Fear Was: A Book About Fear |
Arthur Christopher Benson |
Psychology |
Surely all of us know fear, and know the different types of fear we can experience. In this book, Arthur Christopher Benson walks us through these different types, going through a range of different topics, among others childhood fears many of us will remember, to the fears plaguing us in other periods of our lives, the origins of different fears, and essays on what a number of notable authors (of fiction) had to say about the subject. It should be noted that this book is not a scientific study, though written by an eminent scholar. Instead, all of Arthur Christopher Benson's remarkable talents as a story teller are shaping these chapters. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/where-no-fear-was-a-book-about-fear-by-arthur-christopher-benson/ |
surely us know fear know different types fear experience book arthur christopher benson walks us different types going range different topics among others childhood fears many us remember fears plaguing us periods lives origins different fears essays number notable authors of fiction say subject noted book scientific study though written eminent scholar instead arthur christopher benson s remarkable talents story teller shaping chapters summary carolin |
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12467 |
13178 |
Poems |
Leonard Cline |
Poetry |
This is the first published volume of poetry by notable American journalist and author of horror stories Leonard Lanson Cline. These poems were published when Cline was only 21 years old, but the talent that would lead HP Lovecraft to admire his work is already clearly visible. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-leonard-cline/ |
first published volume poetry notable american journalist author horror stories leonard lanson cline poems published cline 21 years old talent would lead hp lovecraft admire work already clearly visible summary carolin |
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12470 |
13181 |
Loafing Along Death Valley Trails; A Personal Narrative Of People And Places |
William Caruthers |
Travel & Geography, Modern (20th C) |
William Caruthers was a retired newspaperman who spent 25 years listening to stories told by the inhabitants of Death Valley. This 1951 book collects those stories; the printed version has many interesting pictures. ''Of the actors who made the history of the period, few remain. It was the writer’s good fortune that many of these men were his friends. It is the romance, the comedy, the often stark tragedy these men left along the trail which you will find in the pages that follow.'' (Preface and David Wales) \n |
English |
1951 |
https://librivox.org/loafing-along-death-valley-trails-a-personal-narrative-of-people-and-places-by-william-caruthers/ |
william caruthers retired newspaperman spent 25 years listening stories told inhabitants death valley 1951 book collects stories printed version many interesting pictures of actors made history period remain writer s good fortune many men friends romance comedy often stark tragedy men left along trail find pages follow preface david wales |
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12471 |
13182 |
Miss Florence Cusack Mysteries |
Robert Eustace |
Detective Fiction |
Miss Florence Cusack was featured as an amateur detective who assists in solving crimes in five short stories authored by L. T. Meade and Robert Eustace that appeared in Harmsworth/London Magazine. <br><br> \n<i>Mr. Bovey's Unexpected Will</i>, 1899<br>\n<i>The Arrest of Capt. Vandeleur</i>, 1899<br>\n<i>A Terrible Railway Ride</i>, 1900<br>\n<i>The Outside Ledge</i>, 1901<br>\n<i>Mrs. Reid's Terror</i>, 1901<br><br>\n\nThis project includes all five stories read from their original sources. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-miss-florence-cusack-mysteries-by-l-t-meade/ |
miss florence cusack featured amateur detective assists solving crimes five short stories authored l t meade robert eustace appeared harmsworth london magazine br br i mr bovey s unexpected will i 1899 br i the arrest capt vandeleur i 1899 br i a terrible railway ride i 1900 br i the outside ledge i 1901 br i mrs reid s terror i 1901 br br project includes five stories read original sources summary j m smallheer |
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12472 |
13183 |
Whispering Man |
Henry Kitchell Webster |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
New friends Drew and Jeffrey are drawn into the investigation of the mysterious death of Dr. Marshall. Romance and intrigue abound and you'll be kept guessing up to the end as to who the murderer could be. ( Kate Follis) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-whispering-man-by-henry-kitchell-webster/ |
new friends drew jeffrey drawn investigation mysterious death dr marshall romance intrigue abound kept guessing end murderer could be kate follis |
| 12494 |
12473 |
13184 |
Dawn of the Morning |
Grace Livingston Hill |
General Fiction, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Fresh from school, mistreated and neglected by her father and stepmother, sixteen-year-old Dawn consents to marry a friend of her father's whom she has only met, but the wedding does not go as planned. Scared and confused, she runs away after the ceremony. Many adventures follow lovely and resourceful Dawn on her journey to becoming an independent woman. - Summary by karlkzumich |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/dawn-of-the-morning-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
fresh school mistreated neglected father stepmother sixteen year old dawn consents marry friend father s met wedding go planned scared confused runs away ceremony many adventures follow lovely resourceful dawn journey becoming independent woman summary karlkzumich |
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12474 |
13185 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 08) - The Odyssey (Book 08) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Θ - Ὀδυσσέως σύστασις πρὸς Φαιάκας.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 8. The Phæacian Games.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 8 : Séjour d’Ulysse dans l’île Phéacienne.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-8-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία θ ὀδυσσέως σύστασις πρὸς φαιάκας br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 8 phæacian games br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 8 séjour d ulysse dans l île phéacienne br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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12475 |
13186 |
Pianoforte Sonata |
John South Shedlock |
Music, Early Modern |
John S. Shedlock covers the history of what might now be called the keyboard sonata, from Kuhnau's Sonata in B flat from 1695, believed at the time to be the earliest keyboard sonata, up the present day. Along the way, works by Emanuel Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Weber, Schubert, Schumann, Chopin, Brahms, Liszt and others are looked at, along with many musical extracts. - Summary by Jordan |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-pianoforte-sonata-by-john-south-shedlock/ |
john s shedlock covers history might called keyboard sonata kuhnau s sonata b flat 1695 believed time earliest keyboard sonata present day along way works emanuel bach haydn mozart beethoven weber schubert schumann chopin brahms liszt others looked at along many musical extracts summary jordan |
| 12497 |
12476 |
13187 |
Consolation |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
This Weekly Poem is taken from The Queens' Garden - Poems by Elizabeth Barrett Browning and others. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/consolation-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
weekly poem taken queens garden poems elizabeth barrett browning others summary david lawrence |
| 12498 |
12477 |
13188 |
Struggles and Triumphs, or Forty Years' of Recollections of P.T. Barnum, written by Himself |
P. T. Barnum |
Performing Arts, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The 1873 edition of the autobiography of the founding genius of the "Greatest Show on Earth," P.T. (Phineas Taylor) Barnum. It details his life and business struggles up to the year 1872. Not only a showman and a museum operator, but an antislavery politician, Connecticut state legislator, Mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut, and temperance lecturer, Barnum lays aside some of the gilding to provide his thoughts on his career, economics, how to make money, and other issues of the day. - Summary by DrPGould |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/struggles-and-triumphs-or-forty-years-of-recollections-of-pt-barnum-written-by-himself-by-p-t-barnum/ |
1873 edition autobiography founding genius greatest show earth p t phineas taylor barnum details life business struggles year 1872 showman museum operator antislavery politician connecticut state legislator mayor bridgeport connecticut temperance lecturer barnum lays aside gilding provide thoughts career economics make money issues day summary drpgould |
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12478 |
13189 |
Passages from the Life of a Philosopher |
Charles Babbage |
Mathematics, Philosophy, Technology & Engineering |
Some men write their lives to save themselves from ennui, careless of the amount they inflict on their readers. \nOthers write their personal history, lest some kind friend should survive them, and, in showing off his own talent, unwittingly show them up. \nOthers, again, write their own life from a different motive—from fear that the vampires of literature might make it their prey. \nI have frequently had applications to write my life, both from my countrymen and from foreigners. Some caterers for the public offered to pay me for it. Others required that I should pay them for its insertion; others offered to insert it without charge. One proposed to give me a quarter of a column gratis, and as many additional lines of eloge as I chose to write and pay for at ten-pence per line. To many of these I sent a list of my works, with the remark that they formed the best life of an author; but nobody cared to insert them. \nI have no desire to write my own biography, as long as I have strength and means to do better work. \nThe remarkable circumstances attending those Calculating Machines, on which I have spent so large a portion of my life, make me wish to place on record some account of their past history. As, however, such a work would be utterly uninteresting to the greater part of my countrymen, I thought it might be rendered less unpalatable by relating some of my experience amongst various classes of society, widely differing from each other, in which I have occasionally mixed. \nThis volume does not aspire to the name of an autobiography. It relates a variety of isolated circumstances in which I have taken part—some of them arranged in the order of time, and others grouped together in separate chapters, from similarity of subject. \nThe selection has been made in some cases from the importance of the matter. In others, from the celebrity of the persons concerned ; whilst several of them furnish interesting illustrations of human character. - Summary by From the Preface |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/passages-from-the-life-of-a-philosopher-by-charles-babbage/ |
men write lives save ennui careless amount inflict readers others write personal history lest kind friend survive them and showing talent unwittingly show up others again write life different motive from fear vampires literature might make prey frequently applications write life countrymen foreigners caterers public offered pay it others required pay insertion others offered insert without charge one proposed give quarter column gratis many additional lines eloge chose write pay ten pence per line many sent list works remark formed best life author nobody cared insert them desire write biography long strength means better work remarkable circumstances attending calculating machines spent large portion life make wish place record account past history as however work would utterly uninteresting greater part countrymen thought might rendered less unpalatable relating experience amongst various classes society widely differing other occasionally mixed volume aspire name autobiography relates variety isolated circumstances taken part some arranged order time others grouped together separate chapters similarity subject selection made cases importance matter others celebrity persons concerned whilst several furnish interesting illustrations human character summary preface |
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12479 |
13190 |
Vampire; or, The Bride of the Isles |
James Planché |
Drama |
Freely adapted from Lord Byron’s Fragment of a Novel, J.R. Planché’s The Vampire; or, the Bride of the Isles predates Dracula in its depiction of the vampire as a seductive, sophisticated, and noble figure. It also helped popularize the character of Lord Ruthven, a nefarious “creature of the night” who would later be immortalized in numerous films, operas, roleplaying games, novels and comic books.\n\nSet in the Scottish Isles, Planché’s play begins with our heroine having a prophetic vision of her own demise. Lady Margaret is besieged with a nightmarish visitation from a vampiric fiend who threatens to feast upon her blood. These premonitions are quickly borne out when she meets her betrothed, the villainous Lord Ruthven, an otherworldly creature alluded to in local gossip and rumor. He seeks to marry Margaret in order to drain her of her blood. Will her prophetic dreams come true? Or will she be saved from Ruthven’s villainous schemes? - Summary by Chuckw<br /><br />\n\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>Ruthven: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Lady Margaret: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Ronald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br>Robert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Effie / Ariel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Andrew: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>Bridget: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>M'Swill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Unda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br> |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-vampire-or-the-bride-of-the-isles-by-james-planche/ |
freely adapted lord byron s fragment novel j r planché s vampire or bride isles predates dracula depiction vampire seductive sophisticated noble figure also helped popularize character lord ruthven nefarious creature night would later immortalized numerous films operas roleplaying games novels comic books set scottish isles planché s play begins heroine prophetic vision demise lady margaret besieged nightmarish visitation vampiric fiend threatens feast upon blood premonitions quickly borne meets betrothed villainous lord ruthven otherworldly creature alluded local gossip rumor seeks marry margaret order drain blood prophetic dreams come true saved ruthven s villainous schemes summary chuckw br br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br ruthven a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lady margaret a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br ronald a href https librivox org reader 12732 jim gallagher a br robert a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br effie ariel a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br andrew a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br bridget a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br m swill a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br unda a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br singer a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br |
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12480 |
13191 |
Common Sense, How to Exercise It |
Yoritomo Tashi |
Philosophy |
One of three seminal philosophical works by the twelfth century Japanese Shogun, Yoritomo-Tashi. (From the Preface) He knows how to clothe his teachings in fable and appealing legend, and his exotic soul, so near and yet so far, reminds one of a flower, whose familiar aspect is transmuted into rare perfume.</br>\nBy him the sternest questions are stripped of their hostile aspects and present themselves in the alluring form of the simplest allegories of striking poetic intensity.</br>\nWhen reading his works, one recalls unconsciously the orations of the ancient philosophers, delivered in those dazzling gardens, luxuriant in sunlight and fragrant with flowers.</br>\nIn this far-away past, one sees also the silhouette of a majestic figure, whose school of philosophy became a religion, which interested the world because it spoke both of love and goodness.</br>\nBut in spite of this fact, the doctrines of Yoritomo are of an imaginative type. His kingdom belongs to this world, and his theories seek less the joys of the hereafter than of that tangible happiness which is found in the realization of the manly virtues and in that effort to create perfect harmony from which flows perfect peace.</br>\nHe takes us by the hand, in order to lead us to the center of that Eden of Knowledge where we have already discovered the art of persuasion, and that art, most difficult of all to acquire—the mastery of timidity.</br>\nFollowing him, we shall penetrate once more this Eden, that we may study with Yoritomo the manner of acquiring this art—somewhat unattractive perhaps but essentially primordial—called Common Sense. - Summary by B. Dangennes. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/common-sense-how-to-exercise-it-by-yoritomo-tashi/ |
one three seminal philosophical works twelfth century japanese shogun yoritomo tashi from preface knows clothe teachings fable appealing legend exotic soul near yet far reminds one flower whose familiar aspect transmuted rare perfume br sternest questions stripped hostile aspects present alluring form simplest allegories striking poetic intensity br reading works one recalls unconsciously orations ancient philosophers delivered dazzling gardens luxuriant sunlight fragrant flowers br far away past one sees also silhouette majestic figure whose school philosophy became religion interested world spoke love goodness br spite fact doctrines yoritomo imaginative type kingdom belongs world theories seek less joys hereafter tangible happiness found realization manly virtues effort create perfect harmony flows perfect peace br takes us hand order lead us center eden knowledge already discovered art persuasion art difficult acquire the mastery timidity br following him shall penetrate eden may study yoritomo manner acquiring art somewhat unattractive perhaps essentially primordial called common sense summary b dangennes |
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12481 |
13192 |
Selections from the Principles of Philosophy |
René Descartes |
Philosophy |
The Principles of Philosophy, originally published in Latin in 1644, and translated to French in 1647, sets forth the principles of nature--the Laws of Physics--as Descartes viewed them. The book provides a systematic statement of natural philosophy and metaphysics, and represents the first truly comprehensive, mechanistic account of the universe. \n\nThe Selections from the Principles of Philosophy contains the whole of the first part of the book ("Of the Principles of Human Knowledge"), as well as selections from the second ("Of the Principles of Material Things"), third ("Of the Visible World"), and fourth part ("Of the Earth") of the book. (Foon) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/selections-from-the-principles-of-philosophy-by-rene-descartes/ |
principles philosophy originally published latin 1644 translated french 1647 sets forth principles nature the laws physics as descartes viewed them book provides systematic statement natural philosophy metaphysics represents first truly comprehensive mechanistic account universe selections principles philosophy contains whole first part book of principles human knowledge well selections second of principles material things third of visible world fourth part of earth book foon |
| 12503 |
12482 |
13193 |
Wyvern Mystery |
Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Romance |
A classic with a pinch of romance, a pinch of gothic, and a dash of mystery, are you interested yet? When young Alice Maybell’ father dies she is taken in by Squire Fairfield, a widower with two handsome young sons, Charles and Harry. As Alice grows into a lovely young woman she attracts the attentions of more than one admirer, not all welcome. She marries the man she loves whilst fleeing the home she grew up in, but the blissful happiness that follows is short-lived. She finds herself pulled into the middle of the secrets of her husbands family’s past. No one is quite what they seem, and there are many twists along the way. What is this dark secret in her husband’s past? Who - or what - is the malignant presence that haunts Carwell Grange? Join us as we answer these troubling questions in ‘The Wyvern Mystery’ - Summary by fiddlesticks |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-wyvern-mystery-by-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu/ |
classic pinch romance pinch gothic dash mystery interested yet young alice maybell father dies taken squire fairfield widower two handsome young sons charles harry alice grows lovely young woman attracts attentions one admirer welcome marries man loves whilst fleeing home grew in blissful happiness follows short lived finds pulled middle secrets husbands family s past one quite seem many twists along way dark secret husband s past malignant presence haunts carwell grange join us answer troubling questions the wyvern mystery summary fiddlesticks |
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12501 |
13214 |
Soul Winner's Secret |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
Samuel Logan Brengle was a commissioner in the Salvation Army. His books are known for the practicality, joyfulness and authenticity. His life was spent working with people on the streets, so his insights into the work of the Holy Spirit are relevant to everyday life. His holiness was that of the street, the kitchen, and everyday life. His stories are of men and women living their daily lives. In this book, Brengle explores how to live the Christian life so that we are full of contagious joy; how to walk with Our Saviour in such close fellowship that our heart for others is as a flame of fire to flood the world with joy!<br><br>\n\nFrom the Preface by Commissioner Frederick Booth-Tucker: Many will be inspired by these pages to rise up and make a new start. There is not a piece of advice in the whole book that will tempt the weakest saint to despair, no fancied heights which will be beyond their reach. Certainly none can read the book without getting a new impetus to do and dare for God and souls, and none who carry out these instructions can fail to become in the highest, noblest and most lasting sense, successful soul-winners. (Summary by Beth Thomas and the Preface) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-soul-winners-secret-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
samuel logan brengle commissioner salvation army books known practicality joyfulness authenticity life spent working people streets insights work holy spirit relevant everyday life holiness street kitchen everyday life stories men women living daily lives book brengle explores live christian life full contagious joy walk saviour close fellowship heart others flame fire flood world joy br br preface commissioner frederick booth tucker many inspired pages rise make new start piece advice whole book tempt weakest saint despair fancied heights beyond reach certainly none read book without getting new impetus dare god souls none carry instructions fail become highest noblest lasting sense successful soul winners summary beth thomas preface |
| 12505 |
12483 |
13194 |
Brown Book of the Hitler Terror |
Dudley Leigh Aman Marley |
War & Military |
The Brown Book was the first English publication to detail events which were currently happening in occupied Germany in 1933; book-burning and the destruction of universities, the development of concentration camps for Jewish people, forced labour and the use of the "shot while trying to escape" excuse for murder by police. This was the first time such events had been brought into the public consciousness, and the book was supported by documentation with names and dates - substantial evidence of the brutality which was taking place. (Please note the confronting and graphic nature of the content of Chapters 7, 9 and 10 before listening.)\n\nLord Marley described the book as "a contribution to the fight against Hitler Fascism. This fight is not directed against Germany; it is a fight on behalf of the real Germany." (Summary by Beth Thomas and the Introduction) |
English |
1933 |
https://librivox.org/brown-book-of-the-hitler-terror-by-dudley-leigh-aman-marley/ |
brown book first english publication detail events currently happening occupied germany 1933 book burning destruction universities development concentration camps jewish people forced labour use shot trying escape excuse murder police first time events brought public consciousness book supported documentation names dates substantial evidence brutality taking place please note confronting graphic nature content chapters 7 9 10 listening lord marley described book a contribution fight hitler fascism fight directed germany fight behalf real germany summary beth thomas introduction |
| 12506 |
12484 |
13195 |
Nelly Channell |
Sarah Doudney |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Religious Fiction |
Another fascinating book by the author of A Vanished Hand. Rhoda returns home after the death of her employer to find out that her cousin Helen, with whom she was raised, also returned home. Her husband stole 300 pounds and had to run away to Australia and leave her pregnant. Rhoda has to reconcile her shame and learn to cope with the new situation. But nothing is as it seems. More than anything, this book is about breaking stigmas and opening up your mind to understand and love people, despite their faults, usually with the help of God. Perfect for fans of good novels about crimes, stories about childhood, along with lovers of religious fiction. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/nelly-channell-by-sarah-doudney/ |
another fascinating book author vanished hand rhoda returns home death employer find cousin helen raised also returned home husband stole 300 pounds run away australia leave pregnant rhoda reconcile shame learn cope new situation nothing seems anything book breaking stigmas opening mind understand love people despite faults usually help god perfect fans good novels crimes stories childhood along lovers religious fiction summary stav nisser |
| 12507 |
12485 |
13196 |
Memorias de un cortesano de 1815 |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
En estas "Memorias de un cortesano de 1815" (segunda entrega de la segunda serie de Episodios Nacionales), Benito Pérez Galdós nos narra, en la figura de Juan de Pipaón, el ascenso social de este personaje, así como sus artimañas para conseguir estar en lo mas alto de la realeza. El tono sarcástico con que lo hace muestra la exquisitéz que sólo Pérez Galdós tiene para narrar historia. Así mismo, en el transcurso de la novela se nos narran hechos históricos, que como ya es harto conocido es una de las materias centrales en esta serie de Episodios Nacionales. Todos los sucesos narrados ocurren durante el mando de Fernando VII de España en Madrid. Resumen de KendalRigans. |
Spanish |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/memorias-de-un-cortesano-de-1815-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
en estas memorias de un cortesano de 1815 segunda entrega de la segunda serie de episodios nacionales benito pérez galdós nos narra en la figura de juan de pipaón el ascenso social de este personaje así como sus artimañas para conseguir estar en lo mas alto de la realeza el tono sarcástico con que lo hace muestra la exquisitéz que sólo pérez galdós tiene para narrar historia así mismo en el transcurso de la novela se nos narran hechos históricos que como ya es harto conocido es una de las materias centrales en esta serie de episodios nacionales todos los sucesos narrados ocurren durante el mando de fernando vii de españa en madrid resumen de kendalrigans |
| 12508 |
12486 |
13198 |
Widow Married: A Sequel to The Widow Barnaby |
Frances Milton Trollope |
General Fiction |
EXCERPT: The existence of Mrs. Barnaby (this name is once more used as the one by which our heroine has hitherto been best known), the existence of Mrs. Barnaby, up to the hour in which she pledged her vows to Major Allen, before the altar of the principal church in Sydney, had, on the whole, been a very happy one. She had, in fact, very keenly enjoyed many things, which persons less fortunately constituted might have considered as misfortunes and to the amiable and well-disposed reader a continuation of the history of such a mind can hardly fail of being useful as an encouragement and example. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-widow-married-a-sequel-to-the-widow-barnaby-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
excerpt existence mrs barnaby this name used one heroine hitherto best known existence mrs barnaby hour pledged vows major allen altar principal church sydney had whole happy one had fact keenly enjoyed many things persons less fortunately constituted might considered misfortunes amiable well disposed reader continuation history mind hardly fail useful encouragement example |
| 12509 |
12487 |
13199 |
Tale of Nimble Deer |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature, Family |
Another Sleepy Time Tale from Arthur Scott Bailey, this time Nimble Deer is the focus of the story and how he was such a tiny, frail, spotted baby when he was born that his mother was worried that he might not survive life in the woods and swamps in Pleasant Valley beneath the Blue Mountains. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-nimble-deer-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
another sleepy time tale arthur scott bailey time nimble deer focus story tiny frail spotted baby born mother worried might survive life woods swamps pleasant valley beneath blue mountains summary lynda marie neilson |
| 12510 |
12488 |
13201 |
siste viking |
Johan Bojer |
Nautical & Marine Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Denne romanen forteller historien om ei gruppe fattige fiskere på begynnelsen av 1900-tallet og et års Lofotfiske. Vi følger far og sønn, Kristaver og Lars, gjennom slitsomme og spennende måneder på fiske. Kristaver, som er høvedsmann på egen båt for aller første gang, er som en "gud på havet" i øynene til sønnen. Mor går hjemme med de yngste barna, tar hånd om dyra og den lille gården og engster seg nesten syk gjennom den lange vinteren mens mannfolkene er på havet. Romanen utspiller seg i spenningen mellom rik og fattig, by og bygd, kyst og innland, tradisjon og framskritt samtidig som den er spennende, trist og medrivende. - Summary by kathrinee. |
Norwegian |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/den-siste-viking-by-johan-bojer/ |
denne romanen forteller historien om ei gruppe fattige fiskere på begynnelsen av 1900 tallet og et års lofotfiske vi følger far og sønn kristaver og lars gjennom slitsomme og spennende måneder på fiske kristaver som er høvedsmann på egen båt aller første gang er som en gud på havet øynene til sønnen mor går hjemme med de yngste barna tar hånd om dyra og den lille gården og engster seg nesten syk gjennom den lange vinteren mens mannfolkene er på havet romanen utspiller seg spenningen mellom rik og fattig og bygd kyst og innland tradisjon og framskritt samtidig som den er spennende trist og medrivende summary kathrinee |
| 12511 |
12489 |
13202 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 059 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Sixteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Volume 59 contains an eclectic mix of readings, ranging from a description of a Coney Island elephant colossus to meditations on mental telepathy and baseball. Philosophical essays by Leibniz, Kierkegaard, Schopenhauer, Francis Bacon and William Blake touch on the topics of truth, prejudice, poetic genius, suicide, and preparation for a Christian life. An educator at a women's college in the early 1920's bemoans the decline in the way high school girls dress for school and recommends a "serge jumper dress, made with a washable under blouse." In the same span of years, a female reporter, going undercover to research conditions in the Detroit House of Corrections has herself arrested and is "stripped to the skin and searched for narcotics" and then made to don prison garb: "a faded gingham coverall, prison-made and drab." A medical doctor, writing in the 1870's, examines the connection between clean living and longevity, while a historian discusses how slave labor was employed in the salines of Southern Illinois. Native American Indian speech patterns are explored in an essay on the evolution of language, while a a chapter from a children's science book explains what happens "when the dew falls." Lastly, a spirited defense of the Bodleian as a research institution rather than a circulating library rounds out this volume of the nonfiction collection.\n\nPreparation for a Christian Life III was translated by Lee M. Hollander. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-059-by-various/ |
sixteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers volume 59 contains eclectic mix readings ranging description coney island elephant colossus meditations mental telepathy baseball philosophical essays leibniz kierkegaard schopenhauer francis bacon william blake touch topics truth prejudice poetic genius suicide preparation christian life educator women s college early 1920 s bemoans decline way high school girls dress school recommends serge jumper dress made washable blouse span years female reporter going undercover research conditions detroit house corrections arrested stripped skin searched narcotics made prison garb a faded gingham coverall prison made drab medical doctor writing 1870 s examines connection clean living longevity historian discusses slave labor employed salines southern illinois native american indian speech patterns explored essay evolution language chapter children s science book explains happens when dew falls lastly spirited defense bodleian research institution rather circulating library rounds volume nonfiction collection preparation christian life iii translated lee m hollander |
| 12512 |
12490 |
13203 |
Stories of the Royal Humane Society |
Frank Mundell |
Modern (19th C) |
Established in 1774, the ‘Society for the Recovery of Persons Apparently Drowned’ published information on how to save people from drowning, promoted the concept of using methods of artificial resuscitation to attempt to revive victims who had appeared to have lost their life through drowning and rewarded those people who had saved a life.\nUnder the royal patronage of King George the Third, the Society changed its name in 1787 to ‘The Royal Humane Society’ and this organisation still exists today and is a well known and very active charity, whose aim is to recognise by the awarding of medals and certificates, the bravery of men, women and children who have saved, or who have tried to save someone else's life. \nThis book, Stories of the Royal Humane Society was one in a series of inspirational texts written by the Victorian author Frank Mundell and published by The Sunday School Union. The stories related here were taken from reports of actual incidents and events recorded by the Society around the turn of the last century. \nEach story described here, allows us to appreciate the selfless acts of courage and bravery shown by ‘ordinary’ people and their extraordinary responses in taking action without regard for the risk to their own personal safety and wellbeing when confronted with an adverse situation that suddenly develops around them.\n - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-royal-humane-society-by-frank-mundell/ |
established 1774 society recovery persons apparently drowned published information save people drowning promoted concept using methods artificial resuscitation attempt revive victims appeared lost life drowning rewarded people saved life royal patronage king george third society changed name 1787 the royal humane society organisation still exists today well known active charity whose aim recognise awarding medals certificates bravery men women children saved tried save someone else s life book stories royal humane society one series inspirational texts written victorian author frank mundell published sunday school union stories related taken reports actual incidents events recorded society around turn last century story described here allows us appreciate selfless acts courage bravery shown ordinary people extraordinary responses taking action without regard risk personal safety wellbeing confronted adverse situation suddenly develops around them summary steve c |
| 12513 |
12491 |
13204 |
Fun of Getting Thin |
Samuel G. Blythe |
Health & Fitness |
In this short, amusing book, subtitled "How to Be Thin and Reduce The Waist Line," Samuel G. Blythe explains how he was able to lose, and keep off, 50 pounds, without resorting to fad diets or giving up the foods he loved. Over a hundred years later, his common-sense advice about food, drink and exercise still makes sense today. ***NOTE: It should be noted that there is language within this book that was commonplace during the time this book was written that is often considered offensive today.*** (Christine Lehman) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-fun-of-getting-thin-by-samuel-g-blythe/ |
short amusing book subtitled how thin reduce waist line samuel g blythe explains able lose keep off 50 pounds without resorting fad diets giving foods loved hundred years later common sense advice food drink exercise still makes sense today note noted language within book commonplace time book written often considered offensive today christine lehman |
| 12514 |
12492 |
13205 |
heiligen Wassern |
Jakob Christoph Heer |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Im Dorf Sankt Peter im Schweizer Hochgebirge leben die Bewohner des regenarmen Glottertales mit der ständigen Gefahr von Gletscherabbrüchen, die ihre Lebensader, eine abenteuerlich konstruierte Wasserleitung, zerstören könnten. Um dieses Wunderwerk der alten Wasserleitung ranken sich Sagen und Legenden, die den Dorfbewohnern heilig sind. Wird die Wasserleitung einmal wirklich zerstört, so entscheidet bei der sogenannten Wassertröstung das Los, wer die Reparaturarbeiten in schwindelnder Höhe und unter Lebensgefahr auf sich nehmen muss. Ein dramatischer Einschnitt in das Leben jeder Familie die gezwungen ist, einen Vater und Ernährer in dieses unsichere Unterfangen zu schicken. Das Wildheuerehepaar Seppi und Fränzi Blatter mit ihren zwei Kindern Vroni und Josi muss genau diese Erfahrung machen und nichts bleibt mehr so, wie es war, weder für die Familie noch für die im Aberglauben verhafteten Bergbauern, noch für den Presi des Dorfes, der mit seiner schönen Tochter Binia das einzige Wirtshaus führt und zu allem Überfluss auch noch Fremde in diese abgeschiedene Welt holt. Summary by Eva K. |
German |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/an-heiligen-wassern-by-jakob-christoph-heer/ |
im dorf sankt peter im schweizer hochgebirge leben die bewohner des regenarmen glottertales mit der ständigen gefahr von gletscherabbrüchen die ihre lebensader eine abenteuerlich konstruierte wasserleitung zerstören könnten um dieses wunderwerk der alten wasserleitung ranken sich sagen und legenden die den dorfbewohnern heilig sind wird die wasserleitung einmal wirklich zerstört entscheidet bei der sogenannten wassertröstung das los wer die reparaturarbeiten schwindelnder höhe und unter lebensgefahr auf sich nehmen muss ein dramatischer einschnitt das leben jeder familie die gezwungen ist einen vater und ernährer dieses unsichere unterfangen zu schicken das wildheuerehepaar seppi und fränzi blatter mit ihren zwei kindern vroni und josi muss genau diese erfahrung machen und nichts bleibt mehr so wie es war weder für die familie noch für die im aberglauben verhafteten bergbauern noch für den presi des dorfes der mit seiner schönen tochter binia das einzige wirtshaus führt und zu allem überfluss auch noch fremde diese abgeschiedene welt holt summary eva k |
| 12515 |
12493 |
13206 |
Venus y Adonis |
William Shakespeare |
Fantastic Fiction, Poetry |
Venus y Adonis es un poema de William Shakespeare, escrito en 1592-93. El argumento está basado en pasajes de las metamorfosis de Ovidio. Es un trabajo complejo y caleidoscópico que utiliza un tono y una perspectiva constantemente cambiantes, para presentar puntos de vista contrastantes sobre la naturaleza del amor. |
Spanish |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/venus-y-adonis-by-william-shakespeare/ |
venus adonis es un poema de william shakespeare escrito en 1592 93 el argumento está basado en pasajes de las metamorfosis de ovidio es un trabajo complejo caleidoscópico que utiliza un tono una perspectiva constantemente cambiantes para presentar puntos de vista contrastantes sobre la naturaleza del amor |
| 12516 |
12494 |
13207 |
Home Songs |
John Charles McNeill |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
McNeill died at an early age of 36 years, but during his brief life he established himself as the foremost literary figure of North Carolina and was hailed for many years by popular acclaim as the state's unofficial poet laureate. (David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/home-songs-by-john-charles-mcneill/ |
mcneill died early age 36 years brief life established foremost literary figure north carolina hailed many years popular acclaim state s unofficial poet laureate david lawrence |
| 12517 |
12502 |
13215 |
Crucifixion of Philip Strong |
Charles Monroe Sheldon |
Christian Fiction |
Having simultaneously received letters of call from two different churches, Philip Strong must choose, balancing head, heart, and God's calling. - Summary by David Gore |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-crucifixion-of-philip-strong-by-charles-monroe-sheldon/ |
simultaneously received letters call two different churches philip strong must choose balancing head heart god s calling summary david gore |
| 12518 |
12503 |
13216 |
Star-Chamber: An Historical Romance, Volume 1 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
A romance with the backdrop of the notorious Star Chamber of the English legal system. The Chamber began as purely administrative, but gradually took on more of a judicial role, enforcing the monarch's will when the courts could or would not do so. As the mix of fact and fiction unfolds in this tale, the court is beginning to lose favor during the reign of James I as the church once again increased its power, while Parliament's power decreased as the monarch tried to rule without them. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-star-chamber-an-historical-romance-volume-1-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
romance backdrop notorious star chamber english legal system chamber began purely administrative gradually took judicial role enforcing monarch s courts could would so mix fact fiction unfolds tale court beginning lose favor reign james church increased power parliament s power decreased monarch tried rule without them summary lynne thompson |
| 12519 |
12495 |
13208 |
Regenta (Tomo I) |
Leopoldo Garcia Alas |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
"La Regenta" está considerada la mejor novela española del siglo XIX y una de las más importantes novelas de la Historia de las letras en el mismo idioma tras "El Quijote" lo cual son palabras mayores. Pocas obras en castellano han generado tal cantidad de análisis y comentarios, y al mismo tiempo, han sido tan maltratadas por el poder político al habérsela considerado durante muchos años un texto de contenido impropio o inmoral. La obra aunque es extensa y en ella aparecen más de 100 personajes estupendamente retratados, está escrita de una manera ágil y sencilla, manteniendo al lector expectante, capítulo tras capítulo, describiendo el panorama de Vetusta y las circunstancias de Doña Ana Ozores, conocida como "La Regenta". Mujer bellísima pero inaccesible para sus pretendientes, estancada en un matrimonio aburrido pero de firmes convicciones virtuosas, es considerada por los vetustenses los vecinos como un monumento más de su ciudad. Los acontecimientos se irán precipitando hasta que los lectores, y toda la ciudad de Vetusta, presencien los avatares propios de la rivalidad entre Don Álvaro Mesía y el poderoso clérigo Don Fermín de Pas por conquistar su corazón y ... encantos carnales. \n<br><br>\nEn este primer tomo (Capítulos del I al XV) cronológicamente transcurren tres días en la novela, en medio de los que el autor aprovecha para presentarnos los distintos personajes, el contexto y la trama de relaciones de los habitantes de la ciudad de Vetusta. El lector podrá conocer el origen y la historia de Ana Ozores, así como la geografía social de envidias, amoríos, traiciones y alianzas que animan la vida de esta ciudad equivalente a cualquier capital de provincia española. |
Spanish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/la-regenta-tomo-i-by-leopoldo-garcia-alas/ |
la regenta está considerada la mejor novela española del siglo xix una de las más importantes novelas de la historia de las letras en el mismo idioma tras el quijote lo cual son palabras mayores pocas obras en castellano han generado tal cantidad de análisis comentarios al mismo tiempo han sido tan maltratadas por el poder político al habérsela considerado durante muchos años un texto de contenido impropio inmoral la obra aunque es extensa en ella aparecen más de 100 personajes estupendamente retratados está escrita de una manera ágil sencilla manteniendo al lector expectante capítulo tras capítulo describiendo el panorama de vetusta las circunstancias de doña ana ozores conocida como la regenta mujer bellísima pero inaccesible para sus pretendientes estancada en un matrimonio aburrido pero de firmes convicciones virtuosas es considerada por los vetustenses los vecinos como un monumento más de su ciudad los acontecimientos se irán precipitando hasta que los lectores toda la ciudad de vetusta presencien los avatares propios de la rivalidad entre álvaro mesía el poderoso clérigo fermín de pas por conquistar su corazón encantos carnales br br en este primer tomo capítulos del al xv cronológicamente transcurren tres días en la novela en medio de los que el autor aprovecha para presentarnos los distintos personajes el contexto la trama de relaciones de los habitantes de la ciudad de vetusta el lector podrá conocer el origen la historia de ana ozores así como la geografía social de envidias amoríos traiciones alianzas que animan la vida de esta ciudad equivalente cualquier capital de provincia española |
| 12520 |
12496 |
13209 |
Old Granny Fox (Version 2) |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
Old Granny Fox and grandson Reddy Fox must use all their cunning to hunt up enough food to survive the long winter. Food in the Green Meadow is scarce but Farmer Brown's hens are locked up tight and protected by Bowser the Hound, so Granny takes a conceited Reddy hunting and teaches him some surprising new tricks to lure in their dinner. Old Granny and Reddy Fox encounter danger and adventure in their quests to keep their bellies full, including a close encounter with Farmer Brown's boy, a clever plot to steal Bowser's food, and an unforeseen thief who might outsmart this sneaky pair. Note: The chapter numbering unfortunately misses #15. The whole book, however, is here for your listening pleasure. Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
2018 |
https://librivox.org/old-granny-fox-by-thornton-w-burgess-2/ |
old granny fox grandson reddy fox must use cunning hunt enough food survive long winter food green meadow scarce farmer brown s hens locked tight protected bowser hound granny takes conceited reddy hunting teaches surprising new tricks lure dinner old granny reddy fox encounter danger adventure quests keep bellies full including close encounter farmer brown s boy clever plot steal bowser s food unforeseen thief might outsmart sneaky pair note chapter numbering unfortunately misses 15 whole book however listening pleasure summary jill engle |
| 12521 |
12497 |
13210 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 073 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of Saki, Katherine Mansfield, Jack London, Lord Dunsany and others to bring you tales of mystery, the thought-provoking, the salutary and the heart-warming. So sit back and enjoy the 73rd Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-073-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve works saki katherine mansfield jack london lord dunsany others bring tales mystery thought provoking salutary heart warming sit back enjoy 73rd librivox short story collection |
| 12522 |
12498 |
13211 |
IF |
Rudyard Kipling |
Poetry |
This poem is considered one of the most inspirational guidelines on how to live and act with integrity and develop a winning strategy throughout life, and the poem has garnered much attention in popular culture. The 4 stanzas each deal with different life situations and the best way to overcome the obstacles presented -- and these lines in particular, “If you can meet with triumph and disaster and treat those two impostors just the same.”, hang in the tennis player’s entrance at Centre Court Wimbledon in England. They are meant to inspire the players to maintain a good attitude-- win or lose. While Kipling wrote poetry, novels, and articles, he is most notably known for his collection of short stories called The Jungle Book, which he wrote in 1894. A British writer, Kipling won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907. ( ~ Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/if-by-rudyard-kipling-2/ |
poem considered one inspirational guidelines live act integrity develop winning strategy throughout life poem garnered much attention popular culture 4 stanzas deal different life situations best way overcome obstacles presented lines particular if meet triumph disaster treat two impostors same hang tennis player s entrance centre court wimbledon england meant inspire players maintain good attitude win lose kipling wrote poetry novels articles notably known collection short stories called jungle book wrote 1894 british writer kipling nobel prize literature 1907 summary michele fry |
| 12523 |
12499 |
13212 |
Adventskalender 2018 |
Various |
Poetry, *Non-fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen. </br>\nDer jährliche Adventskalender, begonnen in 2009, ist eine der ältesten Traditionen von LibriVox. Die älteren Ausgaben gibt es <a href="https://librivox.org/group/459">hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2018-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen br der jährliche adventskalender begonnen 2009 ist eine der ältesten traditionen von librivox die älteren ausgaben gibt es a href https librivox org group 459 hier a |
| 12524 |
12500 |
13213 |
Romance of Plant Life |
George Francis Scott-Elliot |
Nature |
Romance needs not always indicate a love story. In the series "The Library of Romance", authors look at the romantic side of science. The different books cover all different disciplines, including chemistry, astronomy, engineering, and, as in this case, biology. <br></br>In this volume, G.F. Scott Elliot walks us through the romantic side of plant life. How do plants move towards the light, what are the dangers to little saplings, how can parts of plants be used for medicine, and why are some of them delicious and others poisonous? Listen to this book to find out. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-plant-life-by-george-francis-scott-elliot/ |
romance needs always indicate love story series the library romance authors look romantic side science different books cover different disciplines including chemistry astronomy engineering and case biology br br in volume g f scott elliot walks us romantic side plant life plants move towards light dangers little saplings parts plants used medicine delicious others poisonous listen book find out summary carolin |
| 12525 |
12504 |
13217 |
Select Conversations with an Uncle (Now Extinct) and Two Other Reminiscences |
H. G. Wells |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1800 -1900, Essays & Short Works |
Select Conversations with an Uncle, published in 1895, was H.G. Wells's first literary publication in book form. It consists of reports of twelve conversations between a fictional witty uncle who has returned to London from South Africa with "a certain affluence," as well as two other conversations (one on aestheticism that takes place in a train, titled "A Misunderstood Artist," and another on physiognomy, titled "The Man with a Nose") - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/select-conversations-with-an-uncle-now-extinct-and-two-other-reminiscences-by-h-g-wells/ |
select conversations uncle published 1895 h g wells s first literary publication book form consists reports twelve conversations fictional witty uncle returned london south africa a certain affluence well two conversations one aestheticism takes place train titled a misunderstood artist another physiognomy titled the man nose summary wikipedia |
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12505 |
13218 |
Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge (Version 2) |
George Berkeley |
Early Modern |
A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge (commonly called Treatise when referring to Berkeley's works) is a 1710 work, in English, by Irish Empiricist philosopher George Berkeley. This book largely seeks to refute the claims made by Berkeley's contemporary John Locke about the nature of human perception. Whilst, like all the Empiricist philosophers, both Locke and Berkeley agreed that we are having experiences, regardless of whether material objects exist, Berkeley sought to prove that the outside world (the world which causes the ideas one has within one's mind) is also composed solely of ideas. Berkeley did this by suggesting that "Ideas can only resemble Ideas" - the mental ideas that we possess can only resemble other ideas (not material objects) and thus the external world consists not of physical form, but rather of ideas. This world is (or, at least, was) given logic and regularity by some other force, which Berkeley concludes is God. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
1710 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-concerning-the-principles-of-human-knowledge-by-george-berkeley/ |
treatise concerning principles human knowledge commonly called treatise referring berkeley s works 1710 work english irish empiricist philosopher george berkeley book largely seeks refute claims made berkeley s contemporary john locke nature human perception whilst like empiricist philosophers locke berkeley agreed experiences regardless whether material objects exist berkeley sought prove outside world the world causes ideas one within one s mind also composed solely ideas berkeley suggesting ideas resemble ideas mental ideas possess resemble ideas not material objects thus external world consists physical form rather ideas world or least was given logic regularity force berkeley concludes god wikipedia |
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12506 |
13219 |
Chinese Kitten |
Edna Adelaide Brown |
Animals & Nature, Family |
Lucy and Dora are so excited to learn they will be sleeping in a tent at the beach! Then Mother and Uncle Dan tell them that their kitten, Timmy is not invited, and Father says he might even run away. Arrangements must be made for Timmy... but will he agree to their plans? This charming story follows two sisters over the course of about a year and the things that they do with their family. The Chinese kitten is a part of an old chess set that the girls get from their aunt because one of the girls lost her necklace (a silver bear) during a camping trip. Lots of working on needle point, washing dishes, going to school, and different holidays and what they do during them. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-chinese-kitten-by-edna-adelaide-brown/ |
lucy dora excited learn sleeping tent beach mother uncle dan tell kitten timmy invited father says might even run away arrangements must made timmy agree plans charming story follows two sisters course year things family chinese kitten part old chess set girls get aunt one girls lost necklace a silver bear camping trip lots working needle point washing dishes going school different holidays them |
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12507 |
13220 |
Viaje al centro de la Tierra |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Travel Fiction, Literary Fiction |
El profesor Lidenbrock, que une a su condición de verdadero sabio una terquedad sin límites, descifra un viejo pergamino devolviendo pacientemente su sentido a los incomprensibles signos que en él se contienen. ¡Extraordinarios peligros de la lectura! El descifrado de aquel texto arrastrará inevitablemente al propio Lidenbrok, a su joven sobrino Axel y al valeroso cazador Hans Bjelke hasta el mismísimo centro de la Tierra, poblado de animales antediluvianos, tempestades terribles y otros riesgos sin mayor importancia. - (Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/viaje-al-centro-de-la-tierra-by-jules-verne/ |
el profesor lidenbrock que une su condición de verdadero sabio una terquedad sin límites descifra un viejo pergamino devolviendo pacientemente su sentido los incomprensibles signos que en él se contienen extraordinarios peligros de la lectura el descifrado de aquel texto arrastrará inevitablemente al propio lidenbrok su joven sobrino axel al valeroso cazador hans bjelke hasta el mismísimo centro de la tierra poblado de animales antediluvianos tempestades terribles otros riesgos sin mayor importancia phileas fogg |
| 12529 |
12508 |
13221 |
Venus Boy |
Lee Sutton |
Science Fiction |
If you ever make a trip to the green planet of Venus, the first thing you'll see will be the fifty-foot high statue of Venus' greatest hero. It stands on the very top of towering New Plymouth Rock at the edge of the old colony of New Plymouth. Even from the rocket cradle, anyone can tell that the statue is of a twelve-year-old boy smiling up at the Venusian jewel bear perched on his shoulder. Cut into the huge rock below the statue are the words,\n<br><br>\n"Virgil Dare (Johnny) Watson\nAnd the Marva, Baba.\nMay their Friendship Endure!"\n<br><br>\nVirgil Dare Watson, called Johnny by his friends, was the first human being born on Venus. He was named after Virginia Dare, the first pioneer child born in North America, and for a long time he was the only child on all Venus. And that would have been a lonely thing to be if it had not been for Baba. Baba, the bear, was not only Johnny's pet, but his best friend, too, and the only one who knew about his three secrets.\n<br><br>\nBecause of these secrets, Johnny got himself, his jewel bear, Baba, and the whole colony of New Plymouth into desperate trouble. And because of these secrets, he also became a hero worthy of a statue—Venus' greatest hero. - Summary by Preface |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/venus-boy-by-lee-sutton/ |
ever make trip green planet venus first thing see fifty foot high statue venus greatest hero stands top towering new plymouth rock edge old colony new plymouth even rocket cradle anyone tell statue twelve year old boy smiling venusian jewel bear perched shoulder cut huge rock statue words br br virgil dare johnny watson marva baba may friendship endure br br virgil dare watson called johnny friends first human born venus named virginia dare first pioneer child born north america long time child venus would lonely thing baba baba bear johnny s pet best friend too one knew three secrets br br secrets johnny got himself jewel bear baba whole colony new plymouth desperate trouble secrets also became hero worthy statue venus greatest hero summary preface |
| 12530 |
13050 |
13796 |
Memories of Old Montana |
Con Price |
Memoirs |
Con Price recalls the 1870s through the 1940s, growing up in Iowa and South Dakota before heading out on a cattle drive into Montana. Never dull, his life was full of experiences from cattle drives to Indian encounters to cattle wars to frontier romance. - Summary by Gary Clayton |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/memories-of-old-montana-by-con-price/ |
con price recalls 1870s 1940s growing iowa south dakota heading cattle drive montana never dull life full experiences cattle drives indian encounters cattle wars frontier romance summary gary clayton |
| 12531 |
12513 |
13226 |
Dreams |
Olive Schreiner |
Literary Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Olive Schreiner was a South African writer and intellectual born in 1855 to missionary parents in the Eastern Cape. She was one of the earliest campaigners for women's rights. She was also very critical of British Imperialism in her homeland and particularly of their racist policies against the Boers, Jews, Indians and the Black races of South Africa. As a result of her public support for the Boers, all her manuscripts and her house were burned during the Anglo-Boer War and she was interned in a concentration camp for several years.\nHer first novel "The Story of an African Farm" published in 1883 became a best seller, and is considered to be one of the first ever "feminist" novels. The success of the book also made her the first internationally successful South African novelist.\n"Dreams", her second book was published in 1891. It is a collection of eleven allegorical stories. Many of them read very like prose poems. The book was very well received at the time of publication and went through many editions by the time she died in 1920. Like her first book it was viewed as a feminist work and became especially treasured by those Suffragettes who spent time in prison.\nA subsequent book of hers, "Woman and Labour" published in 1911 was one of the most important and influential feminist works of the time, so much so that it is often cited as the "Bible" of the Women's Movement.\n - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/dreams-by-olive-schreiner/ |
olive schreiner south african writer intellectual born 1855 missionary parents eastern cape one earliest campaigners women s rights also critical british imperialism homeland particularly racist policies boers jews indians black races south africa result public support boers manuscripts house burned anglo boer war interned concentration camp several years first novel the story african farm published 1883 became best seller considered one first ever feminist novels success book also made first internationally successful south african novelist dreams second book published 1891 collection eleven allegorical stories many read like prose poems book well received time publication went many editions time died 1920 like first book viewed feminist work became especially treasured suffragettes spent time prison subsequent book hers woman labour published 1911 one important influential feminist works time much often cited bible women s movement summary noel badrian |
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12514 |
13227 |
Resúmen en Prosa de las Metamorfosis |
Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
El Resúmen en prosa de Las Metamorfosis de Ovidio, es una condensación de la obra original "Las Metamorfosis" escrita por Publio Ovidio Nasón en 15 libros y que fuera terminada en el año 8 dC, en este resúmen se encuentran descritas brevemente todas las historias mitológicas de la obra principal, en la que se narra la historia del mundo desde su creación, y cada una de ellas contiene además una breve explicación. Otra de las características de este libro es que en las explicaciones podemos encontrar referencia a las fuentes de las fábulas que se relatan (ya sea una historia real o algún pasaje bíblico, puesto que se dice que algunas de las fábulas descritas por Ovidio tienen como fuente principal las Santas Escrituras). Así también, cada una de estas historias nos deja un gran mensaje, por tal motivo puede ser utilizada para dar lecciones a los mas pequeños o para ejemplificar los castigos que recibían aquellos cuyo actuar no era acorde con la voluntad de los Dioses. |
Spanish |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/resumen-en-prosa-de-las-metamorfosis-by-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso/ |
el resúmen en prosa de las metamorfosis de ovidio es una condensación de la obra original las metamorfosis escrita por publio ovidio nasón en 15 libros que fuera terminada en el año 8 dc en este resúmen se encuentran descritas brevemente todas las historias mitológicas de la obra principal en la que se narra la historia del mundo desde su creación cada una de ellas contiene además una breve explicación otra de las características de este libro es que en las explicaciones podemos encontrar referencia las fuentes de las fábulas que se relatan ya sea una historia real algún pasaje bíblico puesto que se dice que algunas de las fábulas descritas por ovidio tienen como fuente principal las santas escrituras así también cada una de estas historias nos deja un gran mensaje por tal motivo puede ser utilizada para dar lecciones los mas pequeños para ejemplificar los castigos que recibían aquellos cuyo actuar era acorde con la voluntad de los dioses |
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12515 |
13228 |
Our Friend The Charlatan |
George Gissing |
Romance |
Dice Lashmore will do everything he can in in his quest to become rich. The key is, of course, finding a rich wife. This book describes his numerous courtships of women. It also describes the moral decline of a man who has only one goal, and how other people react to it. This book is about courtship, but also about values. It raises questions like: do modern values of feminism and choice still hold? Do everybody who claims to believe in them really believes, and, of course, what if not? - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/our-friend-the-charlatan-by-george-gissing/ |
dice lashmore everything quest become rich key is course finding rich wife book describes numerous courtships women also describes moral decline man one goal people react it book courtship also values raises questions like modern values feminism choice still hold everybody claims believe really believes and course not summary stav nisser |
| 12534 |
12516 |
13229 |
Curlie Carson Listens In |
Roy J. Snell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
It is early in the days of radio, and amateurs are using it more and more, and using it illegally. Enter Curlie Carson, who has the job of tracking down the miscreants. Sounds boring. You wouldn't expect high speed car chases, kidnapping, double dealing, and maybe even murder. ( Tom Penn) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/curlie-carson-listens-in-by-roy-j-snell/ |
early days radio amateurs using more using illegally enter curlie carson job tracking miscreants sounds boring expect high speed car chases kidnapping double dealing maybe even murder tom penn |
| 12535 |
12517 |
13230 |
Pleasure Cycling |
Henry Clyde |
Health & Fitness, Sports & Recreation |
"In this little book, the writer, looking back to his own days of inexperience in cycling, has endeavored to furnish some useful information and advice to those who intend joining the army of wheelmen, or who, in their first season on the road, are beginning to appreciate the healthy pleasure which cycling brings. The book [is] especially intended to aid the amateur rider of the safety bicycle in the intelligent use of his wheel. Further, the writer has attempted, perhaps too emphatically as some may think, to commend the merits of bicycling as a means towards innocent enjoyment and healthy living." Written in 1895, one year before Henry Ford invented his first "quadricycle", this book presents an idyllic picture of cycling before the era of cars. (Summary modified from the preface) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/pleasure-cycling-by-henry-clyde/ |
in little book writer looking back days inexperience cycling endeavored furnish useful information advice intend joining army wheelmen who first season road beginning appreciate healthy pleasure cycling brings book is especially intended aid amateur rider safety bicycle intelligent use wheel further writer attempted perhaps emphatically may think commend merits bicycling means towards innocent enjoyment healthy living written 1895 one year henry ford invented first quadricycle book presents idyllic picture cycling era cars summary modified preface |
| 12536 |
12518 |
13231 |
Roots and Leaves Themselves Alone |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Walter "Walt" Whitman was an American poet, essayist, and journalist, in addition to publishing his poetry—was a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War. Whitman's major work, Leaves of Grass, was first published in 1855 with his own money. The work was an attempt at reaching out to the common person with an American epic. He continued expanding and revising it until his death in 1892. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/roots-and-leaves-themselves-alone-by-walt-whitman/ |
walter walt whitman american poet essayist journalist addition publishing poetry was volunteer nurse american civil war whitman s major work leaves grass first published 1855 money work attempt reaching common person american epic continued expanding revising death 1892 summary wikipedia |
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12519 |
13232 |
Mitología Contada a los Niños e Historia de los Grandes Hombres de la Grecia |
Fernan Caballero |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short works |
En este libro se narran de forma sencilla las historias y los personajes de la antigua Grecia, sobretodo para el aprendizaje de niños y adolescentes. Es una obra que sirve de base para el estudio posterior de la mitología Griega. - Resumen por KendalRigans |
Spanish |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/la-mitologia-contada-a-los-ninos-by-fernan-caballero/ |
en este libro se narran de forma sencilla las historias los personajes de la antigua grecia sobretodo para el aprendizaje de niños adolescentes es una obra que sirve de base para el estudio posterior de la mitología griega resumen por kendalrigans |
| 12538 |
12716 |
13439 |
Pansies for Thoughts |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Christian Fiction, Christianity - Other |
The young Grace Livingston compiled this book using quotes from her aunt's works; Isabella Macdonald Alden (who wrote under the pen name "Pansy"). It is a quote for each day of the year from one of the "Pansy Books" plus a bit of related scripture or verse. - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/pansies-for-thoughts-by-pansy/ |
young grace livingston compiled book using quotes aunt s works isabella macdonald alden who wrote pen name pansy quote day year one pansy books plus bit related scripture verse summary likemanywaters |
| 12539 |
12520 |
13233 |
Anabasis |
Xenophon |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C. "Anabasis" is a Greek word which means "journey from the coast to the center of a country." This is Xenophon's account of his march to Persia with a troop of Greek mercenaries to aid Cyrus, who enlisted Greek help to try and take the throne from his brother Artaxerxes, and the ensuing return of the Greeks, in which Xenophon played a leading role. This occurred between 401 B.C. and March 399 B.C. - Summary from Gutenberg version of text |
Ancient Greek |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/anabasis-by-xenophon/ |
xenophon athenian born 431 b c pupil socrates marched spartans exiled athens sparta gave land property scillus lived many years move more settle corinth died 354 b c anabasis greek word means journey coast center country xenophon s account march persia troop greek mercenaries aid cyrus enlisted greek help try take throne brother artaxerxes ensuing return greeks xenophon played leading role occurred 401 b c march 399 b c summary gutenberg version text |
| 12540 |
12521 |
13234 |
Tale of Old Dog Spot |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature, Short works |
Another book in the Sleepy Time series of Tuck Me In tales, this time we meet Old Dog Spot, who lives with Johnnie Green on his parents farm in Pleasant Valley. Old Dog Spot has many friends who also live either on the farm or in the valley such as Miss Kitty Cat, Frisky Squirrel and Turkey Proudfoot. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-old-dog-spot-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
another book sleepy time series tuck tales time meet old dog spot lives johnnie green parents farm pleasant valley old dog spot many friends also live either farm valley miss kitty cat frisky squirrel turkey proudfoot summary lynda marie neilson |
| 12541 |
12522 |
13235 |
History of Troilus and Cressida (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Satire, Tragedy |
<I>The History of Troilus and Cressida</i> has long baffled critics and audiences alike for its inconsistent tone, which ranges from bawdy comedy to somber tragedy, as well as its decidedly unheroic and unsympathetic cast of characters. It is also a work with a multivalent focus, jumping between different subplots and locations so that even the titular characters become lost in the shuffle of warcraft, manipulation, betrayal, and thwarted machismo. Not only do we follow the young Trojan warrior Troilus on his quest to woo the noncommittal Cressida, but also the Greek leader Agamemnon and his plot to sway the proud Achilles into battle, as well as the scurrilous fool Thersites, who rails against the hypocrisy of everyone involved in a war born (and continued) out of vanity and a bunch of overactive libidos. It is a play that caustically skewers the romance and valour of the Trojan War, as told by the likes of Homer, Chaucer, and Lydgate, while experimenting with the dramatic form in such a way that modern resonances can be found even today.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad "Hamlet" Filippone</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of this peculiar "problem play" that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter <br><br>\nCast list: <br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Narrator; Troilus; Achilles; Ulysses; Calchas; Deiphobus; Servant to Troilus; Fourth Soldier.<br>\n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad “Hamlet” Filippone</a></b>: Prologue; Agamemnon; Hector; Diomedes; Thersites; Alexander; Antenor; Servant to Paris; Third Soldier.<br>\n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: Pandarus; Ajax; Nestor; Paris; Menelaus; Andromache; Helenus; Second Soldier.<br> \n <b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Cressida; Aeneas; Patroclus; Cassandra; Priam; Helen; Margarelon; Myrmidon; Servant to Diomedes; First Soldier. |
English |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-troilus-and-cressida-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
i the history troilus cressida i long baffled critics audiences alike inconsistent tone ranges bawdy comedy somber tragedy well decidedly unheroic unsympathetic cast characters also work multivalent focus jumping different subplots locations even titular characters become lost shuffle warcraft manipulation betrayal thwarted machismo follow young trojan warrior troilus quest woo noncommittal cressida also greek leader agamemnon plot sway proud achilles battle well scurrilous fool thersites rails hypocrisy everyone involved war born and continued vanity bunch overactive libidos play caustically skewers romance valour trojan war told likes homer chaucer lydgate experimenting dramatic form way modern resonances found even today br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance peculiar problem play never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again summary tomas peter br br cast list br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b narrator troilus achilles ulysses calchas deiphobus servant troilus fourth soldier br b a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a b prologue agamemnon hector diomedes thersites alexander antenor servant paris third soldier br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b pandarus ajax nestor paris menelaus andromache helenus second soldier br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b cressida aeneas patroclus cassandra priam helen margarelon myrmidon servant diomedes first soldier |
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12523 |
13237 |
Bumper the White Rabbit |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
All little boys and girls who love animals should become acquainted with Bumper the white rabbit. Bumper had many friends, such as Mr. Blind Rabbit, Fuzzy Wuzz and Goggle Eyes, his country cousins; and Bobby Gray Squirrel had his near cousins, Stripe the chipmunk and Webb the flying squirrel; while Buster and White Tail were favored with an endless number of friends and relatives. These books of Twilight Animal Stories are dedicated to all little boys and girls who love wild animals. So come out into the woods with me, and let us listen and watch, and I promise you it will be worth while. - Summary by Introduction of the book |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bumper-the-white-rabbit-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
little boys girls love animals become acquainted bumper white rabbit bumper many friends mr blind rabbit fuzzy wuzz goggle eyes country cousins bobby gray squirrel near cousins stripe chipmunk webb flying squirrel buster white tail favored endless number friends relatives books twilight animal stories dedicated little boys girls love wild animals come woods me let us listen watch promise worth while summary introduction book |
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12524 |
13238 |
An Outback Marriage |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A ROLLICKING YARN FROM AN AUSTRALIAN LEGEND\nBanjo Paterson is our best known and most loved bush poet. Less well known, but no less captivating, are his warm and funny novels about Australian life. \nAn Outback Marriage tells of a young Englishman on a tour of the colonies, who gets more than he bargained for when he sets out to find the heir to a fortune. This is the story not of one marriage but several, bringing the whole of colonial society - from the squattocracy to cattle rustlers - to vivid, unforgettable life.\nNo writer better captured the heart of early Australia better than Paterson - the landscape, the weather, the trials and the earthy humour that was the key to survival. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/an-outback-marriage-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
rollicking yarn australian legend banjo paterson best known loved bush poet less well known less captivating warm funny novels australian life outback marriage tells young englishman tour colonies gets bargained sets find heir fortune story one marriage several bringing whole colonial society squattocracy cattle rustlers vivid unforgettable life writer better captured heart early australia better paterson landscape weather trials earthy humour key survival |
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12525 |
13239 |
Mars is My Destination |
Frank Belknap Long |
Science Fiction |
MARS\n<br><br>\n... Earth's first colony in Space. Men killed for the coveted ticket that allowed them to go there. And, once there, the killing went on....\n<br><br>\nMARS\n<br><br>\n... Ralph Graham's goal since boyhood—and he was Mars-bound with authority that put the whole planet in his pocket—if he could live long enough to assert it!\n<br><br>\nMARS\n<br><br>\n... source of incalculable wealth for humanity—and deadly danger for those who tried to get it!\n<br><br>\nMARS\n<br><br>\n... in Earth's night sky, a symbol of the god of war—in this tense novel of the future, a vivid setting for stirring action! - From the Book Blurb |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/mars-is-my-destination-by-frank-belknap-long/ |
mars br br earth s first colony space men killed coveted ticket allowed go there and there killing went on br br mars br br ralph graham s goal since boyhood and mars bound authority put whole planet pocket if could live long enough assert it br br mars br br source incalculable wealth humanity and deadly danger tried get it br br mars br br earth s night sky symbol god war in tense novel future vivid setting stirring action book blurb |
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12717 |
13440 |
Libro IX de la Historia de Heródoto |
Herodotus |
Antiquity |
El libro noveno y último de las Historias de Heródoto, bajo el nombre de la Musa Calíope, narra las sucesivas batallas entre griegos y persas. - Summary by Tux |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/libro-ix-de-la-historia-de-herodoto-by-herodotus/ |
el libro noveno último de las historias de heródoto bajo el nombre de la musa calíope narra las sucesivas batallas entre griegos persas summary tux |
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12526 |
13240 |
Обрыв |
Ivan Goncharov |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Впервые опубликованный в 1869-м году в журнале «Вестник Европы», роман «Обрыв» как бы завершает «трилогию» о переходном периоде в русской жизни (две предыдущие книги - «Обыкновенная История» и «Обломов») и стал последним большим произведением Гончарова. Героем романа является «светский человек» Борис Павлович Райский. Основные события повествования разворачиваются на фоне отживания элементов патриархального быта и прихода «новых сил». Написан роман был с перерывами в течение двадцати лет и сам Гончаров называл его «дитя моего сердца».\n<br><br.\nРоман был воспринят очень по-разному читающей публикой и критиками. Рецензии и отзывы были зачастую отрицательными; роман критиковали как за стиль, так и за неновизну темы, за атаку на «новых людей». Несмотря на реакцию критики, роман заслуженно занимает важное место в русской литературе второй половины XIX века. (tovarisch, по мотивам статьи Википедии) |
Russian |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/obryv-by-ivan-goncharov/ |
впервые опубликованный в 1869 м году в журнале вестник европы роман обрыв как бы завершает трилогию о переходном периоде в русской жизни две предыдущие книги обыкновенная история и обломов и стал последним большим произведением гончарова героем романа является светский человек борис павлович райский основные события повествования разворачиваются на фоне отживания элементов патриархального быта и прихода новых сил написан роман был с перерывами в течение двадцати лет и сам гончаров называл его дитя моего сердца br br роман был воспринят очень по разному читающей публикой и критиками рецензии и отзывы были зачастую отрицательными роман критиковали как за стиль так и за неновизну темы за атаку на новых людей несмотря на реакцию критики роман заслуженно занимает важное место в русской литературе второй половины xix века tovarisch по мотивам статьи википедии |
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12527 |
13241 |
Black Eagle Mystery |
Geraldine Bonner |
Detective Fiction |
A New York corporate lawyer falls eighteen stories from the Black Eagle Building. Suicide, cops say. That Hollings Harland was part of a black organization, cornering the market on copper, and about to be exposed to the world. He had just excused himself from an acrimonious meeting with the wealthy Johnston Barker, perhaps another agent of the organization. Could Harland have defected?\n\nSpunky part-time snoop Molly Morgenthau Babbits thinks something fishy is going on. She's opening her own informal investigation into the facts with the help of a connection on the Black Eagle's staff and suspects the worst: murder most foul! - Summary by Mike Overby |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-eagle-mystery-by-geraldine-bonner/ |
new york corporate lawyer falls eighteen stories black eagle building suicide cops say hollings harland part black organization cornering market copper exposed world excused acrimonious meeting wealthy johnston barker perhaps another agent organization could harland defected spunky part time snoop molly morgenthau babbits thinks something fishy going on opening informal investigation facts help connection black eagle s staff suspects worst murder foul summary mike overby |
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12528 |
13242 |
Rimas |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer |
Romance, Single author, Sonnets |
Las "Rimas" De Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer es una de sus obras mas conocidas y halagadas, en ellas encontramos referencias sobre todo al amor, pero también a otros sentimientos como la traición. Estas rimas han sido publicadas en modo póstumo, sin embargo, debido a la sublimidad de las mismas, mantienen mucha vigencia a la actualidad, constituyéndose en un clásico romántico imperdible. Summary by KendalRigans |
Spanish |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/rimas-by-gustavo-adolfo-becquer/ |
las rimas de gustavo adolfo bécquer es una de sus obras mas conocidas halagadas en ellas encontramos referencias sobre todo al amor pero también otros sentimientos como la traición estas rimas han sido publicadas en modo póstumo sin embargo debido la sublimidad de las mismas mantienen mucha vigencia la actualidad constituyéndose en un clásico romántico imperdible summary kendalrigans |
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12529 |
13243 |
Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book II |
John Locke |
Education, Philosophy, Psychology |
John Locke wrote four essays on human (or humane) understanding. Here are a few quotes from the book: <br /><br />"I see no reason to believe, that the soul thinks before the senses have furnished it with ideas to think on. The dreams of sleeping men are, as I take it, all made up of the waking man's ideas, though for the most part oddly put together. Can the soul think, and not the man, or a man think, and not be conscious of it? Suppose the soul of Castor separated, during his sleep, from his body, to think apart. Let us suppose too, that it chooses for its scene of thinking the body of another man, v. g. Pollux, who is sleeping without a soul. Nobody can imagine that his soul can think, or move a body at Oxford, whilst he is at London. The question is, whether if the same substance which thinks, be changed, it can be the same person; or, remaining the same, it can be different persons? Whiteness and coldness are no more in snow than pain is."<br /><br />John Locke wrote four essays on human (or humane) understanding. The first and second have been recorded into LibriVox. <i>This recording is a repetition of the second of Locke's Essays</i>. All of his essays were, and are, very influential. Edward Stillingfleet 1635-1699 (Bishop of Worcester) wrote a Critique of Locke’s ideas and many letters to him. Locke’s Essays inspired Gottfried Leibniz (1646-1716) to write his New Essays Concerning Human Understanding and Victor Cousin analyzed all four books in his 1834 Elements of Psychology. - Summary by Craig Campbell |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-concerning-human-understanding-book-ii-by-john-locke/ |
john locke wrote four essays human or humane understanding quotes book br br i see reason believe soul thinks senses furnished ideas think on dreams sleeping men are take it made waking man s ideas though part oddly put together soul think man man think conscious it suppose soul castor separated sleep body think apart let us suppose too chooses scene thinking body another man v g pollux sleeping without soul nobody imagine soul think move body oxford whilst london question is whether substance thinks changed person or remaining same different persons whiteness coldness snow pain is br br john locke wrote four essays human or humane understanding first second recorded librivox i this recording repetition second locke s essays i essays were are influential edward stillingfleet 1635 1699 bishop worcester wrote critique locke s ideas many letters him locke s essays inspired gottfried leibniz 1646 1716 write new essays concerning human understanding victor cousin analyzed four books 1834 elements psychology summary craig campbell |
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12530 |
13245 |
Corner House |
Fred M. White |
Detective Fiction |
A deserted house with a troubled past. A mysterious countess who captivates everyone with her wealth and beauty -- well, almost everyone. An equally mysterious derelict who holds a secret to the countess's past. A fresh crime that threatens to ruin a promising young doctor. A plucky young governess determined to save him. Who will prevail? (Jacquerie) </p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-corner-house-by-fred-m-white/ |
deserted house troubled past mysterious countess captivates everyone wealth beauty well almost everyone equally mysterious derelict holds secret countess s past fresh crime threatens ruin promising young doctor plucky young governess determined save him prevail jacquerie p |
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12531 |
13246 |
It's Your Fairy Tale, You Know |
Elizabeth Rhodes Jackson |
Children's Fiction |
The book is about a typical boy named Wendell, who lives in Boston and likes fairy stories and baseball MUCH more than fractions. Any more than this would be a spoiler! - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/its-your-fairy-tale-you-know-by-elizabeth-rhodes-jackson/ |
book typical boy named wendell lives boston likes fairy stories baseball much fractions would spoiler summary nan dodge |
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12532 |
13247 |
Easy Knowledge |
Arthur Macy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Arthur Macy did not consider his work of sufficiently high poetic standard to be published. Every one praised his choice of words, his wonderful facility in rhyme, the perfection of his metre, and the daintiness and delicacy of his verse. "All right," he would say, "but that is not Poetry with a big P, and that is the only kind that should be published. And there is mighty little of it." (from the introduction to Poems by Arthur Macy; written by William Alfred Hovey, June 7, 1905) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/easy-knowledge-by-arthur-macy/ |
arthur macy consider work sufficiently high poetic standard published every one praised choice words wonderful facility rhyme perfection metre daintiness delicacy verse all right would say but poetry big p kind published mighty little it from introduction poems arthur macy written william alfred hovey june 7 1905 |
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12533 |
13248 |
Ballad of the White Horse (Version 3) |
G. K. Chesterton |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Epics, Christian Fiction |
This epic poem is about Alfred the Great's defense of Christian England against the pagan Viking invaders. The decisive battle is fought in sight of a white horse mark made on a hill, after which the poem is named. As the white horse mark must be continually maintained by weeding to be clearly seen, Chesterton sees it as a symbol of the continual struggle to maintain the Christian culture and values for which Alfred the Great fought. - Summary by Robin Lamb |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ballad-of-the-white-horse-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
epic poem alfred great s defense christian england pagan viking invaders decisive battle fought sight white horse mark made hill poem named white horse mark must continually maintained weeding clearly seen chesterton sees symbol continual struggle maintain christian culture values alfred great fought summary robin lamb |
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12534 |
13249 |
Sword Maker |
Robert Barr |
Published 1900 onward |
Times are hard in Frankfort. Defeat in war, weak leadership, trade blockades and a starving population lead to a restive and unhappy citizenry. The one thing Frankfort does have is the best three sword-makers in the country, who form a guild to try and find solutions to the economic problems assailing the city. One day, a stranger appears: an instructor in swordsmanship and the craft of sword-making. Despite not being licensed to carry a sword in the city, he promises the guild he can help them make their fortunes and lead the city out of the recession. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-sword-maker-by-robert-barr/ |
times hard frankfort defeat war weak leadership trade blockades starving population lead restive unhappy citizenry one thing frankfort best three sword makers country form guild try find solutions economic problems assailing city one day stranger appears instructor swordsmanship craft sword making despite licensed carry sword city promises guild help make fortunes lead city recession summary lynne thompson |
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12535 |
13250 |
Doctor Izard |
Anna Katharine Green |
Detective Fiction |
The opening scene takes place in a hospital ward where two patients lie, apparently dying, when a man enters and offers a proposition to one of them. The story then shifts to another town where, years earlier, Polly Earle’s mother died of unknown causes and her father disappeared, leaving Polly, a small child, parentless and penniless. Raised by neighbors, Polly is now a beautiful young woman engaged to be married. A stranger arrives and makes an unsettling request of Polly. Doctor Izard, an intensely private person who had attended her mother, becomes involved. Anna Katherine Green, a prolific and popular mystery writer, was considered to be "The American Agatha Christie". (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-izard-by-anna-katharine-green/ |
opening scene takes place hospital ward two patients lie apparently dying man enters offers proposition one them story shifts another town where years earlier polly earle s mother died unknown causes father disappeared leaving polly small child parentless penniless raised neighbors polly beautiful young woman engaged married stranger arrives makes unsettling request polly doctor izard intensely private person attended mother becomes involved anna katherine green prolific popular mystery writer considered the american agatha christie lee smalley |
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12536 |
13251 |
Dogs Of Boytown |
Walter Alden Dyer |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward, Single author |
This collection of stories about dogs and the people they own was published in 1918. The story proceeds leisurely with much information about different breeds of dogs. The author obviously likes both boys and dogs. ( David Wales) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-dogs-of-boytown-by-walter-alden-dyer/ |
collection stories dogs people published 1918 story proceeds leisurely much information different breeds dogs author obviously likes boys dogs david wales |
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12537 |
13252 |
Through All The Years |
J. W. Foley |
Poetry |
Here is a sweet little poem to touch your heart and share with your best friends. The words are heartfelt, simple and trip off the tongue in sing-song fashion. The challenge becomes, as my English teacher and the poetry pundits oft complain of, how to read it without that sing-song pattern becoming monotonous. Let's see how our Librivoxers do. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/through-all-the-years-by-j-w-foley/ |
sweet little poem touch heart share best friends words heartfelt simple trip tongue sing song fashion challenge becomes english teacher poetry pundits oft complain of read without sing song pattern becoming monotonous let s see librivoxers do summary michele fry |
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12538 |
13253 |
Luck of the Dudley Grahams |
Alice Calhoun Haines |
Family Life, General |
The Luck of the Dudley Grahams is the story of the four Graham children and their recently widowed mother, trying to make ends meet by taking boarders into their somewhat eccentric home, as told by 17-year-old Elizabeth to her diary. She chronicles their struggles with the boarders, housekeeping on a very tight budget, and the adventures of her three younger siblings. If the category existed at the time, this would be more of young adult novel than a children's book, as Elizabeth has her moments of angst and worry about herself, her family, and their future. - Summary by Colleen McMahon |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-luck-of-the-dudley-grahams-by-alice-calhoun-haines/ |
luck dudley grahams story four graham children recently widowed mother trying make ends meet taking boarders somewhat eccentric home told 17 year old elizabeth diary chronicles struggles boarders housekeeping tight budget adventures three younger siblings category existed time would young adult novel children s book elizabeth moments angst worry herself family future summary colleen mcmahon |
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12539 |
13254 |
Roman History: The Early Empire, from the Assassination of Julius Caesar to that of Domitian |
William Wolfe Capes |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
William Wolfe Capes (1834-1914) was an Anglican cleric, a classicist, and a historian. This is his short chronicle of the early Roman Empire, from the aftermath of the murder of Julius Caesar in 44 B.C.E. to the assassination of the tyrannical Domitian in 96 C.E.. Capes writes about the intervening emperors, including the notorious Caligula and Nero, and then devotes chapters to Roman citizenship, life in the provinces, trade, religion, the frontiers, and the army. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/roman-history-the-early-empire-from-the-assassination-of-julius-caesar-to-that-of-domitian-by-william-wolfe-capes/ |
william wolfe capes 1834 1914 anglican cleric classicist historian short chronicle early roman empire aftermath murder julius caesar 44 b c e assassination tyrannical domitian 96 c e capes writes intervening emperors including notorious caligula nero devotes chapters roman citizenship life provinces trade religion frontiers army pamela nagami |
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12540 |
13255 |
K. |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
"K" is the initial of the mysterious lodger without a first name who rents a room from Sidney to escape his past. Sidney herself refuses the proposals of Joe in order to become a nurse and do useful work in the outside world. She is determined to work hard and not spend any time at all with the handsome young surgeon who runs the ward. She has no time in her life for romance, or for exploring the mystery of K's background. Or does she? (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/k-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
k initial mysterious lodger without first name rents room sidney escape past sidney refuses proposals joe order become nurse useful work outside world determined work hard spend time handsome young surgeon runs ward time life romance exploring mystery k s background she summary beth thomas |
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12548 |
13264 |
Desde mi celda - cartas literarias |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer |
Memoirs, Letters |
Esta obra de trata de 09 cartas literarias escritas por el autor durante su estadía en el monasterio de Veruela en el invierno de 1864 y parte de la primavera. Se sabe que estas cartas fueron publicadas en el diario "El contemporáneo" de aquella época durante el año indicado. - Resumen por KendalRigans |
Spanish |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/desde-mi-celda-cartas-literarias-by-gustavo-adolfo-becquer/ |
esta obra de trata de 09 cartas literarias escritas por el autor durante su estadía en el monasterio de veruela en el invierno de 1864 parte de la primavera se sabe que estas cartas fueron publicadas en el diario el contemporáneo de aquella época durante el año indicado resumen por kendalrigans |
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12541 |
13257 |
Hermann and Dorothea |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Epics |
There are few modern poems of any country so perfect in their kind as the "Hermann and Dorothea" of Goethe. In clearness of characterization, in unity of tone, in the adjustment of background and foreground, in the conduct of the narrative, it conforms admirably to the strict canons of art; yet it preserves a freshness and spontaneity in its emotional appeal that are rare in works of so classical a perfection in form.<br /><br />The basis of the poem is a historical incident. In the year 1731 the Archbishop of Salzburg drove out of his diocese a thousand Protestants, who took refuge in South Germany, and among whom was a girl who became the bride of the son of a rich burgher. The occasion of the girl's exile was changed by Goethe to more recent times, and in the poem she is represented as a German from the west bank of the Rhine fleeing from the turmoil caused by the French Revolution. The political element is not a mere background, but is woven into the plot with consummate skill, being used, at one point, for example, in the characterization of Dorothea, who before the time of her appearance in the poem has been deprived of her first betrothed by the guillotine; and, at another, in furnishing a telling contrast between the revolutionary uproar in France and the settled peace of the German village.<br /><br />The characters of the father and the minister Goethe took over from the original incident, the mother he invented, and the apothecary he made to stand for a group of friends. But all of these persons, as well as the two lovers, are recreated, and this so skillfully that while they are made notably familiar to us as individuals, they are no less significant as permanent types of human nature. The hexameter measure which he employed, and which is retained in the present translation, he handled with such charm that it has since seemed the natural verse for the domestic idyl—witness the obvious imitation of this, as of other features of the poem, in Longfellow's "Evangeline."<br /><br />Taken as a whole, with its beauty of form, its sentiment, tender yet restrained, and the compelling pathos of its story, "Hermann and Dorothea" appeals to a wider public than perhaps any other product of its author. - Summary by Introduction of the book |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hermann-and-dorothea-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
modern poems country perfect kind hermann dorothea goethe clearness characterization unity tone adjustment background foreground conduct narrative conforms admirably strict canons art yet preserves freshness spontaneity emotional appeal rare works classical perfection form br br the basis poem historical incident year 1731 archbishop salzburg drove diocese thousand protestants took refuge south germany among girl became bride son rich burgher occasion girl s exile changed goethe recent times poem represented german west bank rhine fleeing turmoil caused french revolution political element mere background woven plot consummate skill used one point example characterization dorothea time appearance poem deprived first betrothed guillotine and another furnishing telling contrast revolutionary uproar france settled peace german village br br the characters father minister goethe took original incident mother invented apothecary made stand group friends persons well two lovers recreated skillfully made notably familiar us individuals less significant permanent types human nature hexameter measure employed retained present translation handled charm since seemed natural verse domestic idyl witness obvious imitation this features poem longfellow s evangeline br br taken whole beauty form sentiment tender yet restrained compelling pathos story hermann dorothea appeals wider public perhaps product author summary introduction book |
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12542 |
13258 |
Day Will Come |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
It is an ideal honeymoon of an ideal couple. But somehow, the wife cannot stop dreaming that her husband would be shot and killed. He dismisses her dreams until they come true. Who commited the murder? How would the wife take it? - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-day-will-come-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
ideal honeymoon ideal couple somehow wife cannot stop dreaming husband would shot killed dismisses dreams come true commited murder would wife take it summary stav nisser |
| 12564 |
12543 |
13259 |
Natural Science and Religion |
Asa Gray |
Christianity - Other, Life Sciences |
Asa Gray was a highly-regarded botanist at Harvard University and a friend and collaborator of Charles Darwin. As a Christian, Gray was concerned with the disconnect developing through the nineteenth century between the growing understanding of the natural world and the traditional worldview assumed by orthodox Christianity. This book presents two lectures he gave to theology students at Yale College in which he argues that a disconnect is not inevitable, but that a Christian perspective can and should incorporate current understanding of the world provided by natural science. - Summary by BarryGanong |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/natural-science-and-religion-by-asa-gray/ |
asa gray highly regarded botanist harvard university friend collaborator charles darwin christian gray concerned disconnect developing nineteenth century growing understanding natural world traditional worldview assumed orthodox christianity book presents two lectures gave theology students yale college argues disconnect inevitable christian perspective incorporate current understanding world provided natural science summary barryganong |
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12544 |
13260 |
Asphodel |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Like the Asphodel, a plant which grows far away from England, Daphne grows far away from home. In her first chance of freedom, at the age of almost 17, she finds an opportunity to forget for a while... Forget that her father, the renowned Sir Vernon Lawford, does not love her. To forget that, for some reason, nobody talks about her mother who traveled to the South of France and never returned. She can be a butcher's daughter from Oxford Street, she can control her friend's actions, she can fancy that she is in love with a man who does not even reveal his name. She returns home and faces the challenge of earning her father's love and carve a respectable place beside her beloved older half-sister. But what would she do when her past folly catch up with her? Would she find love and acceptance at last? - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/asphodel-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
like asphodel plant grows far away england daphne grows far away home first chance freedom age almost 17 finds opportunity forget while forget father renowned sir vernon lawford love her forget that reason nobody talks mother traveled south france never returned butcher s daughter oxford street control friend s actions fancy love man even reveal name returns home faces challenge earning father s love carve respectable place beside beloved older half sister would past folly catch her would find love acceptance last summary stav nisser |
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12545 |
13261 |
Gay Lord Quex |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
Lord Quex, after a life of philandering, has decided to reform and marry. But he is not believed, particularly by the guardian of his intended. The play shows the difficulties in shaking a discreditable past - and how it is different for a male Lord than for a woman. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Marquess of Quex: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSir Chichester Frayne (Governor of Uumbos, West Coast of Africa): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12969">jonathanhartwell</a><br>\nCaptain Bastling: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\n"Valma", otherwise Frank Pollitt (a Professional Palmist): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Duchess Of Strood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nJulia, Countess of Owbridge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMrs. Jack Eden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMuriel Eden (her sister-in-law): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nSophy Fullgarney (a Manicurist): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nMiss Moon (her Assistant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMiss Huddle (her Assistant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMiss Claridge (her Assistant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMiss Limbird (her Assistant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nA Young Lady, Patron of Miss Fullgarney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12958">Michelle Kiggen</a><br>\nFirst Gentleman, Patron of Miss Fullgarney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Gentleman, Patron of Miss Fullgarney: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nThe Elder Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-gay-lord-quex-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
lord quex life philandering decided reform marry believed particularly guardian intended play shows difficulties shaking discreditable past different male lord woman summary toddhw br br cast list br marquess quex a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sir chichester frayne governor uumbos west coast africa a href https librivox org reader 12969 jonathanhartwell a br captain bastling a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br valma otherwise frank pollitt a professional palmist a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br duchess strood a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br julia countess owbridge a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mrs jack eden a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br muriel eden her sister in law a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br sophy fullgarney a manicurist a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br miss moon her assistant a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br miss huddle her assistant a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br miss claridge her assistant a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br miss limbird her assistant a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br young lady patron miss fullgarney a href https librivox org reader 12958 michelle kiggen a br first gentleman patron miss fullgarney a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br second gentleman patron miss fullgarney a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br servant a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br elder servant a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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12546 |
13262 |
Funeral: or Grief A-La-Mode |
Richard Steele |
Plays |
The Funeral: or, Grief à-la-Mode, a Comedy, was written in the summer of 1701, and given to Christopher Rich, of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, in October. Soon afterwards it was acted, and it was published by Jacob Tonson between December 18 and 20, with the date 1702 on the title-page. The music to the songs, by William Croft, appeared between December 16 and 18. [] The play was revived occasionally in most of the years between 1703 and 1734, and from time to time during the following half-century, the last date, apparently, being April 17, 1799. The plot is entirely original. Summary by G.A. Aitken\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLord Brumpton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLord Hardy, Son to Lord Brumpton, in love with Lady Sharlot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nMr. Campley, in love with Lady Harriot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. Trusty, Steward to Lord Brumpton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nCabinet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMr. Sable, an Undertaker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nPuzzle, a Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nTrim, Servant to Lord Hardy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9647">Joseph Tabler</a><br>\nTom, the Lawyer's Clerk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nLady Brumpton, Widow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nLady Sharlot, Orphan, left in ward to Lord Brumpton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nLady Harriot, Her Sister, left in ward to Lord Brumpton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMademoiselle d'Epingle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nTattleaid, Lady Brumpton's Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMrs. Fardingale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nKate Matchlock: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12055">Carol Pelster</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12891">Kay</a><br>\nFirst Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nSecond Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a><br>\nThird Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nFourth Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Crln Yldz Ksr</a><br>\nFifth Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nWoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nGravedigger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nJemmie Bowin (Singer): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPate (Singer): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nBumpkin (Soldier): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12552">pmstrahm</a><br>\nClump (Soldier): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMatchlock (Soldier): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nRagg (Soldier): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13079">MrRogers</a><br>\nTatter (Soldier): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12827">Treefairy</a><br>\nFirst Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nSecond Soldier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8466">Chris Cartwright</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-funeral-or-grief-a-la-mode-by-richard-steele/ |
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13266 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1857 - 1860) |
James Buchanan |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from James Buchanan. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1857-1860-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses james buchanan summary wikipedia linette geisel |
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12551 |
13267 |
Twentieth Century Negro Literature or A Cyclopedia of Thought on the Vital Topics Relating to the American Negro |
Daniel Wallace Culp |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The object of this book is... (1) To enlighten the uninformed white people on the intellectual ability of the Negro. (2) To give to those, who are interested in the Negro race, a better idea of the extent to which he contributed to the promotion of America's civilization, and of the intellectual attainments made by him in the nineteenth century. (3) To reflect the views of the most scholarly and prominent Negroes of America on those topics, touching the Negro, that are now engaging the attention of the civilized world. (4) To point out, to the aspiring Negro youth, those men and women of their own race who, by their scholarship, by their integrity of character, and by their earnest efforts in the work of uplifting their own race, have made themselves illustrious; also, to enlighten such youth on those ethical, political, and sociological questions, touching the Negro that will sooner or later engage their attention. (5) To enlighten the Negroes on that perplexing problem, commonly called the "Race Problem," that has necessarily grown out of their contact with their ex-masters and their descendants; and also to stimulate them to make greater efforts to ascend to that plane of civilization occupied by the other enlightened peoples of the world. (From the Preface) <br><br>\n\nThis book examines the following topics:<br><br>\n\n1. Did the American Negro make, in the nineteenth century, achievements along the lines of wealth, morality, education, etc., commensurate with his opportunities? If so, what achievements did he make?<br>\n2. Will it be possible for the Negro to attain, in this country, unto the American type of civilization? <br>\n3. How can the friendly relations now existing between the two races in the South be strengthened and maintained?<br>\n4. Should the Negro be given an education different from that given to the white?<br>\n5. Should the ignorant and non-property holding Negro be allowed to vote?<br>\n6. Is the criminal Negro justly dealt with in the courts of the South?<br>\n7. To what extent is the Negro pulpit uplifting the race?<br>\n8. Is it time for the Negro colleges in the South to be put into the hands of Negro teachers?<br>\n9. Will the education of the Negro solve the race problem?<br>\n10. What role is the educated Negro woman to play in the uplifting of her race?<br>\n11. How can the Negroes be induced to rally more to Negro business enterprises and to their professional men?<br>\n12. What are the causes of the great mortality among the Negroes in the cities of the South and how is that mortality to be lessened?<br>\n13. What should be the Negro's attitude in politics?<br>\n14. Is the Negro as morally depraved as he is reputed to be?<br>\n15. Is the young Negro an improvement morally on his father?<br>\n16. The Negro as a writer<br>\n17. Did the American Negro prove, in the nineteenth century, that he is intellectually equal to the white man?<br>\n18. What progress did the American white man make in the nineteenth century along the line of conceding to the Negro his religious, political and civil rights?<br>\n19. The Negro as a laborer<br>\n20. The Negro as a Christian<br>\n21. Does the North afford to the Negro better opportunities of making a living than the South?<br>\n22. What is the Negro teacher doing in the matter of uplifting his race?<br>\n23. Is the Negro newspaper an important factor in the elevation of the Negro?<br>\n24. Are other than Baptist and Methodist Churches adapted to the present Negro?<br>\n25. The Negro as a business man<br>\n26. The Negro as a farmer<br>\n27. The Negro as an inventor<br>\n28. What the omen?<br>\n29. Why the Negro race survives<br>\n30. The signs of a brighter future for the American Negro<br>\n31. Negro criminality<br>\n32. The American Negro's opportunities in Africa<br>\n33. The Negro and education<br>\n34. A Negro in it<br>\n35. The Negro's adversities help him<br>\n36. The American Negro and his possibilities<br>\n37. Important lessons from the awful tragedy<br>\n38. How to help the Negro to help himself |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/twentieth-century-negro-literature-by-daniel-wallace-culp/ |
object book is 1 enlighten uninformed white people intellectual ability negro 2 give those interested negro race better idea extent contributed promotion america s civilization intellectual attainments made nineteenth century 3 reflect views scholarly prominent negroes america topics touching negro engaging attention civilized world 4 point out aspiring negro youth men women race who scholarship integrity character earnest efforts work uplifting race made illustrious also enlighten youth ethical political sociological questions touching negro sooner later engage attention 5 enlighten negroes perplexing problem commonly called race problem necessarily grown contact ex masters descendants also stimulate make greater efforts ascend plane civilization occupied enlightened peoples world from preface br br book examines following topics br br 1 american negro make nineteenth century achievements along lines wealth morality education etc commensurate opportunities so achievements make br 2 possible negro attain country unto american type civilization br 3 friendly relations existing two races south strengthened maintained br 4 negro given education different given white br 5 ignorant non property holding negro allowed vote br 6 criminal negro justly dealt courts south br 7 extent negro pulpit uplifting race br 8 time negro colleges south put hands negro teachers br 9 education negro solve race problem br 10 role educated negro woman play uplifting race br 11 negroes induced rally negro business enterprises professional men br 12 causes great mortality among negroes cities south mortality lessened br 13 negro s attitude politics br 14 negro morally depraved reputed be br 15 young negro improvement morally father br 16 negro writer br 17 american negro prove nineteenth century intellectually equal white man br 18 progress american white man make nineteenth century along line conceding negro religious political civil rights br 19 negro laborer br 20 negro christian br 21 north afford negro better opportunities making living south br 22 negro teacher matter uplifting race br 23 negro newspaper important factor elevation negro br 24 baptist methodist churches adapted present negro br 25 negro business man br 26 negro farmer br 27 negro inventor br 28 omen br 29 negro race survives br 30 signs brighter future american negro br 31 negro criminality br 32 american negro s opportunities africa br 33 negro education br 34 negro it br 35 negro s adversities help him br 36 american negro possibilities br 37 important lessons awful tragedy br 38 help negro help |
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13268 |
Travels to Oaxaca |
Nicolas-Joseph Thiéry de Menonville |
Memoirs, Life Sciences |
Botanical Piracy! A French botanist plots to steal red dye cochineal insects from Spanish Mexico and transplant them and their cacti hosts to the French Caribbean. The year is 1776. Nicolas-Joseph Thiéry de Menonville is a fast talker and a quick thinker. Botanist and physician by training, he insinuates his way from Port-au-Prince, first to Havana and then to the Mexican mainland on the ruse that he is searching for a botanical cure for gout. In Vera Cruz, however, his passport is confiscated, and the Viceroy orders him to leave Mexico on the first available ship. There are three weeks to wait before the ship sails. Thiéry de Menonville concocts a daring plan. Circulating the story that he is spending the interval before his departure at the country estate of an alluring widow, he instead climbs over the city wall of Vera Cruz in the dead of night and sets out on foot for Oaxaca and its cochineal plantations, no matter that he is ignorant of the exact route to take. Not daunted, he stops at a monastery and tells the monks he has made a vow to walk on foot to Nuestra Señora de la Soledad in Oaxaca, and the monks point him on the right road. How Thiéry de Menonville succeeds in bringing living cactus and cochineal insects to the French colony of Saint-Domingue is a non-stop adventure tale. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
1812 |
https://librivox.org/travels-to-oaxaca-by-nicolas-joseph-thiery-de-menonville/ |
botanical piracy french botanist plots steal red dye cochineal insects spanish mexico transplant cacti hosts french caribbean year 1776 nicolas joseph thiéry de menonville fast talker quick thinker botanist physician training insinuates way port au prince first havana mexican mainland ruse searching botanical cure gout vera cruz however passport confiscated viceroy orders leave mexico first available ship three weeks wait ship sails thiéry de menonville concocts daring plan circulating story spending interval departure country estate alluring widow instead climbs city wall vera cruz dead night sets foot oaxaca cochineal plantations matter ignorant exact route take daunted stops monastery tells monks made vow walk foot nuestra señora de la soledad oaxaca monks point right road thiéry de menonville succeeds bringing living cactus cochineal insects french colony saint domingue non stop adventure tale summary sue anderson |
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12553 |
13269 |
Verses Popular And Humorous (Version 2) |
Henry Lawson |
Single author, Ballads |
Verses, Popular and Humorous (1900) was the second collection of poems by Australian poet Henry Lawson. It features some of the poet's earlier major works, including "The Lights of Cobb and Co", "Saint Peter" and "The Grog-An'-Grumble-Steeplechase". Most of the poems in the volume had been written after the publication of In the Days When the World was Wide and Other Verses in 1896.<br />\nThe original collection includes 66 poems by the author that are reprinted from various sources. Later publications split the collection into two separate volumes: Popular Verses and Humorous Verses, though the contents differed from the original list. - Summary by Wikipedia\n<br /><br />\nInitial DPL: Larry Wilson and MC: Phil Chenevert |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/verses-popular-and-humorous-by-henry-lawson-2/ |
verses popular humorous 1900 second collection poems australian poet henry lawson features poet s earlier major works including the lights cobb co saint peter the grog an grumble steeplechase poems volume written publication days world wide verses 1896 br original collection includes 66 poems author reprinted various sources later publications split collection two separate volumes popular verses humorous verses though contents differed original list summary wikipedia br br initial dpl larry wilson mc phil chenevert |
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13270 |
Freaks on the Fells: Three Months' Rustication, Story 3 |
R. M. Ballantyne |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
In this, our last short story, we join a fishing expedition in Norway. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/freaks-on-the-fells-three-months-rustication-story-3-by-r-m-ballantyne/ |
this last short story join fishing expedition norway |
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12555 |
13271 |
Let'em Breathe Space (version 2) |
Lester del Rey |
Science Fiction |
Eighteen men and two women in the closed world of a space ship for five months can only spell tension and trouble—but in this case, the atmosphere was literally poisoned. Who is trying to kill them and sabotage the mission? And why would they be doing this when they will die too? A deadly mystery unfolds inside the cramped space ship with fear growing daily as their air runs out. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/let-em-breathe-space-version-2-by-lester-del-rey/ |
eighteen men two women closed world space ship five months spell tension trouble but case atmosphere literally poisoned trying kill sabotage mission would die too deadly mystery unfolds inside cramped space ship fear growing daily air runs out |
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12571 |
13287 |
Wish |
Samuel Rogers |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Samuel Rogers was an English poet, during his lifetime one of the most celebrated, although his fame has long since been eclipsed by his Romantic colleagues and friends Wordsworth, Coleridge and Byron. His recollections of these and other friends such as Charles James Fox are key sources for information about London artistic and literary life, with which he was intimate, and which he used his wealth to support. He made his money as a banker and was also a discriminating art collector. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1814 |
https://librivox.org/a-wish-by-samuel-rogers/ |
samuel rogers english poet lifetime one celebrated although fame long since eclipsed romantic colleagues friends wordsworth coleridge byron recollections friends charles james fox key sources information london artistic literary life intimate used wealth support made money banker also discriminating art collector summary wikipedia |
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12556 |
13272 |
Extract from Captain Stormfield’s Visit to Heaven (version 4) |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
Mark Twain pokes a little good natured fun at the usual concept of heaven. The story follows Captain Elias Stormfield on his extremely long cosmic journey to heaven; his accidental misplacement; his short-lived interest in singing and playing the harp (generated by his preconceptions of heaven); and the obsession of souls with the "celebrities" of heaven, like Adam and Moses, who according to Twain become as distant to most people in heaven as living celebrities are on Earth. Twain uses this story to show his view that the common conception of heaven is ludicrous and points out the incongruities of such beliefs.Lots of his usual barbed humor here. - Summary by phil chenevert and wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/extract-from-captain-stormfields-visit-to-heaven-version-4-by-mark-twain/ |
mark twain pokes little good natured fun usual concept heaven story follows captain elias stormfield extremely long cosmic journey heaven accidental misplacement short lived interest singing playing harp generated preconceptions heaven obsession souls celebrities heaven like adam moses according twain become distant people heaven living celebrities earth twain uses story show view common conception heaven ludicrous points incongruities beliefs lots usual barbed humor here summary phil chenevert wikipedia |
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13273 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 053 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlungsreihe erscheint unregelmäßig und umfasst 10 verschiedene deutschsprachige Prosatexte. Sie finden weitere "Folgen" der Sammlungen kurzer deutscher Prosa <a href="https://librivox.org/group/458" target="_blank">hier</a>.\n<br>\n<br>\nDie Texte wurden von LibriVox-Freiwilligen selbst (nach ihrem Interesse und Geschmack) ausgewählt und können fiktive und nicht-fiktive Inhalte behandeln. \nDie Voraussetzung für die Aufnahme in diese Sammlung ist, dass alle Urheberrechte (soweit bekannt) abgelaufen sind - die Lesevorlagen und Audiobeiträge sind gemeinfrei und in der Public Domain. \n<br>\nWegen diesen Grundlagen muss man sich auch bewusst sein, dass keiner der eventuell vorkommenden Sachtexte den wissenschaftlichen Status quo darstellt! \nSämtliche Inhalte können in Stimmung, Erörterungsweise, durch den "zufälligen Charakter" und die jeweilige historische Epoche stark variieren und sich von "modernen" Sichtweisen und Darstellungsweisen unterscheiden.\nDafür findet man in diesen Sammlungen auch so manchen kulturellen "Schatz", nachdenklich machende Beiträge, historisch Interessantes und Autoren, die im Allgemeinen in Vergessenheit geraten sind.\n<br>\n<br>\nAnmerkung: Für Jugendliche, instabile Gemüter und Menschen in kritischen Lebenssituationen gibt es bei manchen Texten eventuell Gesprächsbedarf! Bitte kontaktieren Sie Bekannte oder Familienmitglieder und nehmen Sie (für Sie passende) Hilfsangebote in Anspruch!\n |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-053-by-various/ |
diese sammlungsreihe erscheint unregelmäßig und umfasst 10 verschiedene deutschsprachige prosatexte sie finden weitere folgen der sammlungen kurzer deutscher prosa a href https librivox org group 458 target _blank hier a br br die texte wurden von librivox freiwilligen selbst nach ihrem interesse und geschmack ausgewählt und können fiktive und nicht fiktive inhalte behandeln die voraussetzung für die aufnahme diese sammlung ist dass alle urheberrechte soweit bekannt abgelaufen sind die lesevorlagen und audiobeiträge sind gemeinfrei und der public domain br wegen diesen grundlagen muss man sich auch bewusst sein dass keiner der eventuell vorkommenden sachtexte den wissenschaftlichen status quo darstellt sämtliche inhalte können stimmung erörterungsweise durch den zufälligen charakter und die jeweilige historische epoche stark variieren und sich von modernen sichtweisen und darstellungsweisen unterscheiden dafür findet man diesen sammlungen auch manchen kulturellen schatz nachdenklich machende beiträge historisch interessantes und autoren die im allgemeinen vergessenheit geraten sind br br anmerkung für jugendliche instabile gemüter und menschen kritischen lebenssituationen gibt es bei manchen texten eventuell gesprächsbedarf bitte kontaktieren sie bekannte oder familienmitglieder und nehmen sie für sie passende hilfsangebote anspruch |
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13274 |
Prairie Poems from the Sunflower State |
Lottie Brown Allen |
Poetry |
Poems written by Kansas native Lottie Brown Allen expressing her love of her home state. - Summary by AnnaLisa Bodtker |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/prairie-poems-from-the-sunflower-state-by-lottie-brown-allen/ |
poems written kansas native lottie brown allen expressing love home state summary annalisa bodtker |
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12559 |
13275 |
Destinées de la poésie |
Alphonse de Lamartine |
Philosophy |
Une réflexion sur la Littérature, par un homme de Lettres, aussi poète, et homme politique actif, à méditer. Un bel enrichissement, écrit d’une plume talentueuse au service d’une intelligence sensible. - Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/les-destinees-de-la-poesie-by-alphonse-de-lamartine/ |
une réflexion sur la littérature par un homme de lettres aussi poète et homme politique actif à méditer un bel enrichissement écrit d une plume talentueuse au service d une intelligence sensible summary christianejehanne |
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12560 |
13276 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 09) - The Odyssey (Book 09) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία I' - Ἀλκίνου ἀπόλογοι. Κυκλώπεια.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 9. The Voyages of Ulysses: Cicons, Lotus Eaters, and the Cyclops.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 9 : Premier récit : La Cyclopée.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-9-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία i ἀλκίνου ἀπόλογοι κυκλώπεια br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 9 voyages ulysses cicons lotus eaters cyclops br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 9 premier récit la cyclopée br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13277 |
Billy Bunny and His Friends |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
The story of Billy Bunny and his friends and their adventures together. (Summary by mparker) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/billy-bunny-and-his-friends-by-david-cory/ |
story billy bunny friends adventures together summary mparker |
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12562 |
13278 |
Bumper the White Rabbit in the Woods |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
In this second volume of the Twilight Animal series, we'll find out what happens to our friends Bumper, Fuzzy Wuzz, Goggle Eyes, and all the rest, after the events in the first book of the series, "Bumper the White Rabbit". |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bumper-the-white-rabbit-in-the-woods-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
second volume twilight animal series we ll find happens friends bumper fuzzy wuzz goggle eyes rest events first book series bumper white rabbit |
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12563 |
13279 |
Story of John Wesley Told to Boys and Girls |
Marianne Kirlew |
Religion, Biography & Autobiography |
Marianne Kirlew tells the story of John Wesley, English revivalist and founder of Methodism, in short chapters in simple language and an engaging style for children. With scraps of dialog, poetry and scripture, John Wesley as a person comes alive for children. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-john-wesley-told-to-boys-and-girls-by-marianne-kirlew/ |
marianne kirlew tells story john wesley english revivalist founder methodism short chapters simple language engaging style children scraps dialog poetry scripture john wesley person comes alive children summary larry wilson p |
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12596 |
13316 |
Old Fashioned Fairy Tales |
Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Ogres, hillmen, and both fairies and fools abound by forest and town in this book by Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing. Designed to cultivate imagination, character, and leave a strong moral when finished, she blends humor with short parables and rustic settings. This audiobook was completed by volunteers for an Eagle Scout project coordinated by Joseph Jones. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/old-fashioned-fairy-tales-by-juliana-horatia-gatty-ewing/ |
ogres hillmen fairies fools abound forest town book juliana horatia gatty ewing designed cultivate imagination character leave strong moral finished blends humor short parables rustic settings audiobook completed volunteers eagle scout project coordinated joseph jones |
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13280 |
History Of Lady Barton |
Elizabeth Griffith |
Epistolary Fiction, Satire |
This is the story of the three Cleveland siblings: Fanny, the innocent yet very sympathetic sister; Louisa, the strong willed sister whose miserable marriage to Sir William is the center of the novel; and Sir George who tries to get over the loss of his lover by touring the world. Louisa is not an amoral woman, she is beautiful and very lively, values which 18th century society promotes, yet she suffers only affliction from her "respectable" college educated husband. In the main plot, and all the sub plots (of which there are many), the book tests many prominent values of the time and brings to light their negative implications. It raises questions such as: is marriage always right for women? If a woman is miserable in her marriage, when is enough? Is a great tour to find yourself always a good idea, or should you consider it's implications on those around you? Does formal education matter or should inter personal communication skills be more important? Or, perhaps most importantly, is your family always there to protect you? This book is timeless in it's discourses on right and wrong, friendship, and of course love. It has everything for everyone, even the favorite gothic story for those who look for it. It is a must read for every 18th century lover. A book that will make you think and think again.\nThe novel is written in letters. It is my ideal that every letter writer would be read by a librivox reader. So when you come to claim, please look how many letters you are supposed to read and consider if you can complete the reading in a timely mannor. The letter writers are:\nLady Barton: formerly Louisa Cleveland, a strong willed woman who is abused from the start by her husband sir William. A smart, realistic and suffisticated lady.\nFanny Cleveland, later lady Hume: her sister, a compashenate, intelagent, and optimistic woman. She is Louisa's only real friend yet has much to offer in her own right.\nLord Hume: Fanny's love interest who takes a great tour during which many funny adventures befall him.\nLord Lucan: the only friend of Sir William's louisa likes. Intelligent and educated.\nHarriette Westley: Sir William's young niece. wrote only one short letter.\n( Stav Nisser.) </p> |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-lady-barton-by-elizabeth-griffith/ |
story three cleveland siblings fanny innocent yet sympathetic sister louisa strong willed sister whose miserable marriage sir william center novel sir george tries get loss lover touring world louisa amoral woman beautiful lively values 18th century society promotes yet suffers affliction respectable college educated husband main plot sub plots of many book tests many prominent values time brings light negative implications raises questions as marriage always right women woman miserable marriage enough great tour find always good idea consider implications around you formal education matter inter personal communication skills important or perhaps importantly family always protect you book timeless discourses right wrong friendship course love everything everyone even favorite gothic story look it must read every 18th century lover book make think think again novel written letters ideal every letter writer would read librivox reader come claim please look many letters supposed read consider complete reading timely mannor letter writers are lady barton formerly louisa cleveland strong willed woman abused start husband sir william smart realistic suffisticated lady fanny cleveland later lady hume sister compashenate intelagent optimistic woman louisa s real friend yet much offer right lord hume fanny s love interest takes great tour many funny adventures befall him lord lucan friend sir william s louisa likes intelligent educated harriette westley sir william s young niece wrote one short letter stav nisser p |
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13281 |
On the Parts of Animals |
Aristotle |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Ancient, Life Sciences |
On the Parts of Animals (Greek: ΠΕΡΙ ΖΩΩΝ ΜΟΡΙΩΝ; Latin: De Partibus Animalium) by Aristotle (ΑΡΙΣΤΟΤΕΛΗΣ). The first book asks whether animals were designed or came into existence by chance. The remaining three books focus on particular examples of various animals and the functions of their organs. The translator William Ogle, who was both a medical doctor and classicist, presented Charles Darwin with a copy of this translation. (Adapted from Wikipedia by Geoffrey Edwards) |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-parts-of-animals-by-aristotle/ |
parts animals greek περι ζωων μοριων latin de partibus animalium aristotle αριστοτελης first book asks whether animals designed came existence chance remaining three books focus particular examples various animals functions organs translator william ogle medical doctor classicist presented charles darwin copy translation adapted wikipedia geoffrey edwards |
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13282 |
Tale of Reddy Woodpecker |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Reddy Woodpecker is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-reddy-woodpecker-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale reddy woodpecker one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
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12567 |
13283 |
Meine Hölle |
Jakob Elias Poritzky |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Wir folgen dem jüdischen Ich-Erzähler auf der Flucht vor seiner Familie nach Paris, wo er als Verkäufer von Kleinkram seinen Lebensunterhalt zu bestreiten versucht. Er bewegt sich ständig am untersten Rand der Gesellschaft inmitten von Bettlern und Prostituierten und fühlt sich ihnen doch überlegen. Er zieht schließlich nach Berlin und beginnt dort zu studieren, kann sich aber dennoch nicht von seiner Herkunft aus der Unterschicht lösen. Über dem ganzen Buch steht die drohende Gestalt des strenggläubigen Vaters, und darüber die eines Gottes, der trotz verzweifelter Suche des Erzählers verschollen bleibt. </br>\nObwohl als Roman konzipiert, sind die autobiografischen Züge des Buches nicht zu übersehen. (Zusammenfassung von Availle) |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/meine-hoelle-by-jakob-elias-poritzky/ |
wir folgen dem jüdischen ich erzähler auf der flucht vor seiner familie nach paris wo er als verkäufer von kleinkram seinen lebensunterhalt zu bestreiten versucht er bewegt sich ständig untersten rand der gesellschaft inmitten von bettlern und prostituierten und fühlt sich ihnen doch überlegen er zieht schließlich nach berlin und beginnt dort zu studieren kann sich aber dennoch nicht von seiner herkunft aus der unterschicht lösen über dem ganzen buch steht die drohende gestalt des strenggläubigen vaters und darüber die eines gottes der trotz verzweifelter suche des erzählers verschollen bleibt br obwohl als roman konzipiert sind die autobiografischen züge des buches nicht zu übersehen zusammenfassung von availle |
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13284 |
World’s Story Volume IV: Greece and Rome |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, Poetry, War & Military Fiction |
This is the fourth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part IV include Greek mythology, the classical Greek period and the Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Cast list for The sacrifice of Iphigenia:<BR>\n\nIphigenia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Chorus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Messenger: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Clytemnestra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Agamemnon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n<BR>Cast list for The bout between the poets:<BR>\n\nDionysus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Aeschylus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a> / Chorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Euripides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Voice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Pluto: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n<BR>Cast list for The sale of the philosophers:<BR>\n\nJupiter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Mercury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / First Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a> / Pythagoras: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Second Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a> / Diogenes: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a> / Third Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12568">Angelique G. Campbell</a> / Fourth Customer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Democritus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Heraclitus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Socrates: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/2156">Roger Melin</a> / Fifth Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a> / Sixth Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a> / Seventh Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a> / Chrysippus: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a> / Eighth Customer: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a> / Ninth Customer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Pyrrho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a>/ Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n<BR>Cast list for At the funeral of Caesar:<BR>\n\nFirst Citizen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Second Citizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Third Citizen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Fourth Citizen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a> / Brutus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Antony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-iv-greece-and-rome-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
fourth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part iv include greek mythology classical greek period rise fall roman empire summary sonia br cast list sacrifice iphigenia br iphigenia a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a chorus a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a messenger a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a clytemnestra a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a agamemnon a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list bout poets br dionysus a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a aeschylus a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a chorus a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a euripides a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a voice a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a pluto a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list sale philosophers br jupiter a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a mercury a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a first customer a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a pythagoras a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a second customer a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a diogenes a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a third customer a href https librivox org reader 12568 angelique g campbell a fourth customer a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a democritus a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a heraclitus a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a socrates a href https librivox org reader 2156 roger melin a fifth customer a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a sixth customer a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a seventh customer a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a chrysippus a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a eighth customer a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a ninth customer a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a pyrrho a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list funeral caesar br first citizen a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a second citizen a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a third citizen a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a fourth citizen a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a brutus a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a antony a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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13285 |
Cuentos Clásicos del Norte: Segunda Serie |
Edward Everett Hale |
Anthologies |
(Segunda parte de esta serie de Cuentos Clásicos de América del Norte, esta vez con la presencia de tres de los más destacados autores del siglo XIX en este género. Esta recopilación de leyendas y relatos fantásticos transcurre entre las nacientes poblaciones e inhóspitos y misteriosos bosques de la Nueva Inglaterra, a la vista de las Montañas Katskill y las tierras bañadas por el río Hudson. En ellos podemos encontrar criaturas misteriosas, casacas rojas, colonos holandeses, patriotas puritanos, cabañas en la niebla... ¿Cuál es la historia de aquel que llaman El hombre sin Patria? ¿Cómo acabará el experimento en el salón del doctor Heidegger? ¿A quién no se le hiela la sangre al escuchar los ruidos que anuncian la inminente llegada del Jinete Sin Cabeza?). (Resumen por Epachuko) |
Spanish |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-clasicos-del-norte-segunda-serie-by-varios |
segunda parte de esta serie de cuentos clásicos de américa del norte esta vez con la presencia de tres de los más destacados autores del siglo xix en este género esta recopilación de leyendas relatos fantásticos transcurre entre las nacientes poblaciones e inhóspitos misteriosos bosques de la nueva inglaterra la vista de las montañas katskill las tierras bañadas por el río hudson en ellos podemos encontrar criaturas misteriosas casacas rojas colonos holandeses patriotas puritanos cabañas en la niebla cuál es la historia de aquel que llaman el hombre sin patria cómo acabará el experimento en el salón del doctor heidegger a quién se le hiela la sangre al escuchar los ruidos que anuncian la inminente llegada del jinete sin cabeza resumen por epachuko |
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12572 |
13288 |
Truth |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning was an English poet of the Victorian era, popular in Britain and the United States during her lifetime.\n\nElizabeth Barrett wrote poetry from about the age of six. Her mother's collection of her poems forms one of the largest extant collections of juvenilia by any English writer. At 15 she became ill, suffering intense head and spinal pain for the rest of her life. Later in life she also developed lung problems, possibly tuberculosis. She took laudanum for the pain from an early age, which is likely to have contributed to her frail health. (Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/truth-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
elizabeth barrett browning english poet victorian era popular britain united states lifetime elizabeth barrett wrote poetry age six mother s collection poems forms one largest extant collections juvenilia english writer 15 became ill suffering intense head spinal pain rest life later life also developed lung problems possibly tuberculosis took laudanum pain early age likely contributed frail health wikipedia |
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12573 |
13289 |
Games for Hallow-e'en |
Mary E. Blain |
Children's Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies, Games |
This charming book starts with a brief history of Hallowe'en. There are sample invitations for a Halloween (or Hallowe'en) party, decorations, and then many party games. A number of them have to do with who your future mate might be, although there are games and activities for younger children as well. All games seem to utilize common household objects, like sewing needles, pencils and paper, apples, and pumpkins. There is also a long list of riddles! - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/games-for-hallow-een-by-mary-e-blain/ |
charming book starts brief history hallowe en sample invitations halloween or hallowe en party decorations many party games number future mate might be although games activities younger children well games seem utilize common household objects like sewing needles pencils paper apples pumpkins also long list riddles summary nan dodge |
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13290 |
Custer Battlefield: A History And Guide To The Battle Of The Little Bighorn |
Robert Marshall Utley |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
It should be noted that this national park is now called the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. “The long, tragic history of Indian warfare in the American West reached its climax with the defeat of Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and his 7th Cavalry in Montana’s valley of the Little Bighorn River on June 25, 1876. Although the Indians won the battle, they subsequently lost the war against the white man’s efforts to end their independent way of life. The story of the battle and its consequences is told in the following pages by Robert M. Utley in a compelling narrative of an event that has excited the imagination and provoked controversy every since it happened.” This is U.S. National Park Service Handbook 132, published in 1987. There are many sidebars of maps, photographs, and illustrations with informative text. Many – not all - of these sidebar texts are recorded at the end of the main text in each section. The author is a well regarded historian with 22 books to his credit who specializes in the American West. - Summary by Book Preface and David Wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/custer-battlefield-a-history-and-guide-to-the-battle-of-the-little-bighorn-by-robert-marshall-utley/ |
noted national park called little bighorn battlefield national monument the long tragic history indian warfare american west reached climax defeat lt col george armstrong custer 7th cavalry montana s valley little bighorn river june 25 1876 although indians battle subsequently lost war white man s efforts end independent way life story battle consequences told following pages robert m utley compelling narrative event excited imagination provoked controversy every since happened u s national park service handbook 132 published 1987 many sidebars maps photographs illustrations informative text many sidebar texts recorded end main text section author well regarded historian 22 books credit specializes american west summary book preface david wales |
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13291 |
Prosas Profanas Y Otros Poemas |
Rubén Darío |
Single author, Free Verse |
Prosas profanas, es una serie se poemas escrita por el gran Ruben Darío, estas prosas se encuentran entre sus obras mas conocidas. |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/prosas-profanas-y-otros-poemas-by-ruben-dario/ |
prosas profanas es una serie se poemas escrita por el gran ruben darío estas prosas se encuentran entre sus obras mas conocidas |
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12576 |
13292 |
Rough and Ready OR Life Among the New York Newsboys |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Action & Adventure Fiction, General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Join Rough and Ready for his adventure on the streets of New York City. Working as a newsboy, Rough and Ready tries to support himself and his sister on his meager earnings. Unfortunately, their stepfather is seeking to kidnap little Rose, getting an education is hard work, swindlers are trying to trick him out of his money, and thieves are planning nefarious deeds. Luckily for Rough and Ready, he makes some good friends along the way. Summary by Tori Faulder |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/rough-and-ready-or-life-among-the-new-york-newsboys-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
join rough ready adventure streets new york city working newsboy rough ready tries support sister meager earnings unfortunately stepfather seeking kidnap little rose getting education hard work swindlers trying trick money thieves planning nefarious deeds luckily rough ready makes good friends along way summary tori faulder |
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12577 |
13293 |
Missing Formula |
Mildred A. Wirt Benson |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Orphan Anne Fairaday faces a life of poverty upon the death of her father. The only thing that can prevent it is finding his latest experiment. She enlisted her new found friend, Madge Sterling, an outdoors girl who has a knack for finding missing things. But they must race against time as there are also several people who will stop at nothing to get it first. (Summary by Mary Escano) |
English |
1932 |
https://librivox.org/the-missing-formula-by-mildred-a-wirt-benson/ |
orphan anne fairaday faces life poverty upon death father thing prevent finding latest experiment enlisted new found friend madge sterling outdoors girl knack finding missing things must race time also several people stop nothing get first summary mary escano |
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12578 |
13294 |
Plum Pudding: Of Divers Ingredients, Discreetly Blended & Seasoned |
Christopher Morley |
Essays & Short Works |
Chrisopher Morley was an American literary luminary whose prolific writings included novels, essays, poetry, plays and great journalistic output. This collection of essays is wide ranging in topics, many with his characteristic wit. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/plum-pudding-by-christopher-morley/ |
chrisopher morley american literary luminary whose prolific writings included novels essays poetry plays great journalistic output collection essays wide ranging topics many characteristic wit summary larry wilson |
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12579 |
13296 |
Short Poetry Collection 190 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 50 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for March 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-190-by-various/ |
collection 50 poems read english librivox volunteers march 2019 |
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12580 |
13298 |
Tale of Muley Cow |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature, Family |
This series of Tuck Me In Tales and Slumber Town Tales of animal stories for children from three to eight years, tells of the adventures of the four-footed creatures of Pleasant Valley in an amusing way, which delights small two-footed human beings. This books focuses on Muley Cow, the Green family farmyard cow. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-muley-cow-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
series tuck tales slumber town tales animal stories children three eight years tells adventures four footed creatures pleasant valley amusing way delights small two footed human beings books focuses muley cow green family farmyard cow summary lynda marie neilson |
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12581 |
13300 |
Topaz Story Book: Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe'en, and Thanksgiving |
Ada M. Skinner |
Animals & Nature, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
From the Introduction: "Nature stories, legends, and poems appeal to the young reader’s interest in various ways. Some of them suggest or reveal certain facts which stimulate a spirit of investigation and attract the child’s attention to the beauty and mystery of the world. Others serve an excellent purpose by quickening his sense of humour." <br><br>\n\nThis is a charming collection of stories, legends, and poems about autumn harvest, Halloween, and Thanksgiving translated from the Danish, French, German, and others. There are animal stories and poems by some very famous authors and poets. All in all, this is a wonderful book for young people, and older people as well. "When the Frost is on the Pumpkin ..." - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-topaz-story-book-by-ada-m-skinner/ |
introduction nature stories legends poems appeal young reader s interest various ways suggest reveal certain facts stimulate spirit investigation attract child s attention beauty mystery world others serve excellent purpose quickening sense humour br br charming collection stories legends poems autumn harvest halloween thanksgiving translated danish french german others animal stories poems famous authors poets all wonderful book young people older people well when frost pumpkin summary nan dodge |
| 12600 |
12582 |
13301 |
Poet and The Baby |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
What struck me in reading Mr. Dunbar's poetry was what had already struck his friends in Ohio and Indiana, in Kentucky and Illinois. They had felt, as I felt, that however gifted his race had proven itself in music, in oratory, in several of the other arts, here was the first instance of an American negro who had evinced innate distinction in literature. (W.D. Howells in the Introduction to The Compete Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-poet-and-the-baby-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
struck reading mr dunbar s poetry already struck friends ohio indiana kentucky illinois felt felt however gifted race proven music oratory several arts first instance american negro evinced innate distinction literature w d howells introduction compete poems paul laurence dunbar |
| 12601 |
12583 |
13302 |
Sir Francis Drake |
Julian Corbett |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
In this short book, the British Naval historian, Julian Stafford Corbett, chronicles the adventurous career of Sir Francis Drake (1540-1596), the farmer's son who became Queen Elizabeth's most feared privateer and her most daring and resourceful naval officer. In his quest for the gold and silver of Spanish Peru, he rounded Cape Horn, losing men and ships in that "enchanted void, where wind and water, ice and darkness, seemed to make incessant war." After capturing the treasure ship from the astonished Spaniards, he circumnavigated the globe. As King Philip of Spain amassed his Armada, Drake demonstrated how a naval power, attacking shipping in port and at sea, could cripple the enemy's credit and commerce. Corbett writes of Drake that at "its fullest flood he stemmed the tide of Spanish Empire. It was no less a thing than that." (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/sir-francis-drake-by-julian-corbett/ |
short book british naval historian julian stafford corbett chronicles adventurous career sir francis drake 1540 1596 farmer s son became queen elizabeth s feared privateer daring resourceful naval officer quest gold silver spanish peru rounded cape horn losing men ships enchanted void wind water ice darkness seemed make incessant war capturing treasure ship astonished spaniards circumnavigated globe king philip spain amassed armada drake demonstrated naval power attacking shipping port sea could cripple enemy s credit commerce corbett writes drake its fullest flood stemmed tide spanish empire less thing that pamela nagami |
| 12602 |
12584 |
13303 |
Bible (RVA) 19: Salmos |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El libro de salmos está lleno de canciones y oraciones ofrecidas a Dios por la nación de Israel. Sus expresiones de alabanza, fe, tristeza y frustración cubren el rango de las emociones humanas. Algunos de los Salmos se basan en el tesoro de la sabiduría y la Palabra de Dios. Otros traicionan el corazón atribulado de un doliente. Todavía otros explotan con alabanza a Dios e invitan a otros para que se unan a los cantos. Esta diversidad está unificada por un elemento: los salmos se centran en el único Dios viviente y Rey de toda la tierra, quien es un refugio para todos los que confían en Él. Muchos de los Salmos se atribuyen al Rey David. La escritura y colección de los Salmos en su forma actual se extiende desde el siglo XV al III antes de Cristo..\n\nEnglish Translation:\n\nThe book of psalms is full of songs and prayers offered to God by the nation of Israel. Their expressions of praise, faith, sadness and frustration cover the range of human emotions. Some of the Psalms are based on the treasure of wisdom and the Word of God. Others betray the troubled heart of a bereaved. Still others explode with praise to God and invite others to join the songs. This diversity is unified by one element: the psalms focus on the one living God and King of the whole earth, who is a refuge for all who trust in Him. Many of the Psalms are attributed to King David. The writing and collection of the Psalms in its current form extends from the fifteenth century to the third century BC.\n\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1602 |
https://librivox.org/bible-rva-19-salmos-by-casiodoro-de-reina/ |
el libro de salmos está lleno de canciones oraciones ofrecidas dios por la nación de israel sus expresiones de alabanza fe tristeza frustración cubren el rango de las emociones humanas algunos de los salmos se basan en el tesoro de la sabiduría la palabra de dios otros traicionan el corazón atribulado de un doliente todavía otros explotan con alabanza dios e invitan otros para que se unan los cantos esta diversidad está unificada por un elemento los salmos se centran en el único dios viviente rey de toda la tierra quien es un refugio para todos los que confían en él muchos de los salmos se atribuyen al rey david la escritura colección de los salmos en su forma actual se extiende desde el siglo xv al iii antes de cristo english translation book psalms full songs prayers offered god nation israel expressions praise faith sadness frustration cover range human emotions psalms based treasure wisdom word god others betray troubled heart bereaved still others explode praise god invite others join songs diversity unified one element psalms focus one living god king whole earth refuge trust him many psalms attributed king david writing collection psalms current form extends fifteenth century third century bc summary claudia r barrett |
| 12603 |
12585 |
13305 |
Antología de Cuentos Fantásticos |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
El cuento fantástico es la narración de la realidad que mezcla elementos reales e irreales, extraños e inexplicables, con la intención de crear incertidumbre en el lector mediante la intercalación entre una explicación natural y una sobrenatural ( Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/antologia-de-cuentos-fantasticos-by-various/ |
el cuento fantástico es la narración de la realidad que mezcla elementos reales e irreales extraños e inexplicables con la intención de crear incertidumbre en el lector mediante la intercalación entre una explicación natural una sobrenatural phileas fogg |
| 12604 |
12586 |
13306 |
Short Poetry Collection 188 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 35 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for January 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-188-by-various/ |
collection 35 poems read english librivox volunteers january 2019 |
| 12605 |
12587 |
13307 |
Tom Petrie's reminiscences of early Queensland (dating from 1837). Recorded by his daughter. |
Constance Campbell Petrie |
History , Memoirs |
Tom Petrie (1831-1910), explorer and grazier, arrived in the then convict settlement of Moreton Bay in 1837. His reminiscences of what was to become the colony of Queensland were recorded by his daughter, Constance, in 1904. The book includes a fascinating record the life and customs of the aboriginal population, whose dialect he spoke and in whose activities he was invited to participate. An Australian classic and an important source for researchers of early Aboriginal / White settler conflict. - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/tom-petries-reminiscences-by-constance-campbell-petrie/ |
tom petrie 1831 1910 explorer grazier arrived convict settlement moreton bay 1837 reminiscences become colony queensland recorded daughter constance 1904 book includes fascinating record life customs aboriginal population whose dialect spoke whose activities invited participate australian classic important source researchers early aboriginal white settler conflict summary barbara2 |
| 12606 |
12588 |
13308 |
d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 2: Twenty Years After (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, War & Military Fiction |
Volume 2 of The d'Artagnan Romances begins twenty years after "The Three Musketeers." Since then, d'Artagnan's career has stagnated, he’s lost touch with his friends, and the high favor earned with Queen Anne has been forgotten. His misfortune mirrors that of France, now ruled by an ineffective miser, Cardinal Mazarin, who’s avarice (among other vices) fuels a rebellion. Moreover, England is mired in civil war! Can d’Artagnan do the seemingly impossible: reunite “The Inseparables,” save the Queen and young Louis XIV from an uprising, and aid the English monarchy, all while avoiding the evil Mordaunt, son of a personal enemy long-believed to be neutralized? Well, according to d'Artagnan, "Great people only thank you for doing the impossible; what’s possible, they say, they can effect themselves." (jvanstan) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-dartagnan-romances-vol-2-twenty-years-after-version-2-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
volume 2 d artagnan romances begins twenty years the three musketeers since then d artagnan s career stagnated he s lost touch friends high favor earned queen anne forgotten misfortune mirrors france ruled ineffective miser cardinal mazarin who s avarice among vices fuels rebellion moreover england mired civil war d artagnan seemingly impossible reunite the inseparables save queen young louis xiv uprising aid english monarchy avoiding evil mordaunt son personal enemy long believed neutralized well according d artagnan great people thank impossible what s possible say effect themselves jvanstan |
| 12607 |
12589 |
13309 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 074 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of Arthur Conan Doyle, Lord Dunsany, Ambrose Bierce and Edgar Allen Poe and others to bring you tales of mystery, the thought-provoking, the mystical and the amusing. So sit back and enjoy the 74th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-074-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve works arthur conan doyle lord dunsany ambrose bierce edgar allen poe others bring tales mystery thought provoking mystical amusing sit back enjoy 74th librivox short story collection |
| 12608 |
12590 |
13310 |
Diaries of Adam and Eve |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction |
Mark Twain wrote these two diaries, or rather as he insists, 'translated them from the original manuscripts', late in his writing career. The freshness, wonder and excitement of exploring a new world permeates Eve's thoughts as she takes great joy in her very existence and loves everything about it. To me this is obviously a posthumous love-letter to Twain's wife Olivia Langdon Clemens, or Livy, who died in June 1904, but others may disagree. Adam's diary is different and he comes across as a somewhat surly person who just wants to be alone and think his thoughts. he is also not very bright. How the two finally come together is what makes these stories so wonderful and expresses the love between a husband and wife. They were written as two separate works but fit together so well I have combined them into one here. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-diaries-of-adam-and-eve-by-mark-twain/ |
mark twain wrote two diaries rather insists translated original manuscripts late writing career freshness wonder excitement exploring new world permeates eve s thoughts takes great joy existence loves everything it obviously posthumous love letter twain s wife olivia langdon clemens livy died june 1904 others may disagree adam s diary different comes across somewhat surly person wants alone think thoughts also bright two finally come together makes stories wonderful expresses love husband wife written two separate works fit together well combined one here summary phil chenevert |
| 12609 |
12591 |
13311 |
Lysistrata (version 3) |
Aristophanes |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Comedy |
The women of Athens are sick of the Peloponnesian war that has dragged on for year after year after year, causing great hardship to everyone. They decide to deny the men sex until they agree to make peace, using the one thing that perhaps men enjoy more than killing each other. Does it work? Listen and find out. This comedy by Aristophanes was first performed in 411 BC |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lysistrata-version-3-by-aristophanes/ |
women athens sick peloponnesian war dragged year year year causing great hardship everyone decide deny men sex agree make peace using one thing perhaps men enjoy killing other work listen find out comedy aristophanes first performed 411 bc |
| 12610 |
12592 |
13312 |
Bumper the White Rabbit and His Friends |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
In this fourth book of the Twilight Animal series, we find 16 stories of Bumper the white rabbit and the adventures he has with his friends in the forest. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bumper-the-white-rabbit-and-his-friends-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
fourth book twilight animal series find 16 stories bumper white rabbit adventures friends forest |
| 12611 |
12593 |
13313 |
Wild Irishman |
T. W. H. Crosland |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
History and customs of the Irish and Ireland. <br>A word of warning to the listener: The Wild Irishman contains the biased, uncomplimentary opinions of Englishman, Thomas Crosland. Remember this was written in the late 1800's and published in 1905. Crosland was hyper critical of Irishmen and women at a time when American cities often posted signs, "No Irish Need Apply." If you are Irish, as am I, try to not be overly offended or simply walk away. - Summary by John Brandon |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/wild-irishman-by-twh-crosland/ |
history customs irish ireland br a word warning listener wild irishman contains biased uncomplimentary opinions englishman thomas crosland remember written late 1800 s published 1905 crosland hyper critical irishmen women time american cities often posted signs no irish need apply irish i try overly offended simply walk away summary john brandon |
| 12612 |
12594 |
13314 |
Bunker Bean |
Harry Leon Wilson |
Humorous Fiction |
<br />Young, self conscious, timid stenographer for a New York businessman with a beautiful daughter (the flapper). He emulates stronger types, but alas.....is not them. He grows up in this humorous volume from 1913. - Summary by joseph tabler<br /><br /> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/bunker-bean-by-harry-leon-wilson/ |
br young self conscious timid stenographer new york businessman beautiful daughter the flapper emulates stronger types alas is them grows humorous volume 1913 summary joseph tabler br br |
| 12613 |
12595 |
13315 |
Causes Of The American Civil War: Secession Statements Of Five Confederate States (South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi) |
Various |
War & Military, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Some of the states who rebelled against the Federal Government in the American Civil War issued statements by nascent governing bodies explaining why they were attempting to leave. Here are the statements, published in 1860 and 1861, of South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Mississippi, and Georgia. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/causes-of-the-american-civil-war-secession-statements-of-five-confederate-states-south-carolina-texas-virginia-georgia-mississippi-by-various/ |
states rebelled federal government american civil war issued statements nascent governing bodies explaining attempting leave statements published 1860 1861 south carolina texas virginia mississippi georgia summary david wales |
| 12614 |
12597 |
13317 |
Stories of the Victoria Cross |
Frank Mundell |
War & Military |
The Victoria Cross is the highest military award that can be made to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces for acts of gallantry and valour “in the face of the enemy”.\nThe medal was instituted by Royal Warrant in 1856 by Queen Victoria, who had taken an active interest in the reports and despatches during the battles of the Crimean War; especially the details describing the exceptional bravery and gallantry of individual soldiers of all ranks whilst under intense conflict.\n This book, Stories of the Victoria Cross was one in a series of inspirational texts and ‘heroic writings’ by the Victorian author Frank Mundell and published by The Sunday School Union. The stories presented here relate to actual events that occurred in the field of battle around the turn of the last century and the extraordinary efforts of individuals or groups of soldiers when facing life-threatening situations whilst under fire. - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-victora-cross-by-frank-mundell/ |
victoria cross highest military award made members british commonwealth armed forces acts gallantry valour in face enemy medal instituted royal warrant 1856 queen victoria taken active interest reports despatches battles crimean war especially details describing exceptional bravery gallantry individual soldiers ranks whilst intense conflict book stories victoria cross one series inspirational texts heroic writings victorian author frank mundell published sunday school union stories presented relate actual events occurred field battle around turn last century extraordinary efforts individuals groups soldiers facing life threatening situations whilst fire summary steve c |
| 12615 |
12598 |
13318 |
You Wobbly Wink-Eyed Little Wop |
J. Clarence Edwards |
Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
To My Buddies<br>\nOf the U. S. Army—some three million in number; <br>\nOf the 90th Division more specifically, and <br>\nParticularly to the 315th Engineers, to which <br>\nRegiment I was “attached for rations,” <br>\nBeing a Liability of Company “E,” <br><br>\n\nThis little Volume is Dedicated. - Summary by Author<br> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/you-wobbly-wink-eyed-little-wop-by-j-clarence-edwards/ |
buddies br u s army some three million number br 90th division specifically br particularly 315th engineers br regiment attached rations br liability company e br br little volume dedicated summary author br |
| 12616 |
12599 |
13319 |
Stone |
Ivan Turgenev |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev was a Russian novelist, short story writer, poet, playwright, translator and popularizer of Russian literature in the West.\nThis taken from his DREAM TALES AND PROSE POEMS translated by Constance Garnett (1861 - 1946) She was an English translator of nineteenth-century Russian literature. Garnett was one of the first English translators of Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Anton Chekhov and introduced them on a wide basis to the English-speaking public. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-stone-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
ivan sergeyevich turgenev russian novelist short story writer poet playwright translator popularizer russian literature west taken dream tales prose poems translated constance garnett 1861 1946 english translator nineteenth century russian literature garnett one first english translators leo tolstoy fyodor dostoyevsky anton chekhov introduced wide basis english speaking public summary wikipedia |
| 12617 |
12600 |
13320 |
Phenomenology of Mind, Volume 2 |
Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel |
Philosophy, Early Modern |
Phänomenologie des Geistes (1807) is Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's most important and widely discussed philosophical work. Hegel's first book, it describes the three-stage dialectical life of Spirit. The title can be translated as either The Phenomenology of Spirit or The Phenomenology of Mind, because the German word Geist has both meanings. Phenomenology was the basis of Hegel's later philosophy and marked a significant development in German idealism after Kant. Focusing on topics in metaphysics, epistemology, physics, ethics, history, religion, perception, consciousness, and political philosophy, The Phenomenology is where Hegel develops his concepts of dialectic (including the Master-slave dialectic), absolute idealism, ethical life, and Aufhebung. The book had a profound effect in Western philosophy, and "has been praised and blamed for the development of existentialism, communism, fascism, death of God theology, and historicist nihilism." \n\n Note, this is the second volume of two. \n (Wikipedia) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-phenomenology-of-mind-volume-2-by-georg-wilhelm-friedrich-hegel/ |
phänomenologie des geistes 1807 georg wilhelm friedrich hegel s important widely discussed philosophical work hegel s first book describes three stage dialectical life spirit title translated either phenomenology spirit phenomenology mind german word geist meanings phenomenology basis hegel s later philosophy marked significant development german idealism kant focusing topics metaphysics epistemology physics ethics history religion perception consciousness political philosophy phenomenology hegel develops concepts dialectic including master slave dialectic absolute idealism ethical life aufhebung book profound effect western philosophy has praised blamed development existentialism communism fascism death god theology historicist nihilism note second volume two wikipedia |
| 12618 |
12601 |
13321 |
Tale of Fatty Coon |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
This series of Tuck Me In Tales and Slumber Town Tales of animal stories for children from three to eight years, tells of the adventures of the creatures of Pleasant Valley in an amusing way, which delights small two-footed human beings. This books focuses on Fatty Coon, the butter loving, swamp living animal.. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-fatty-coon-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
series tuck tales slumber town tales animal stories children three eight years tells adventures creatures pleasant valley amusing way delights small two footed human beings books focuses fatty coon butter loving swamp living animal summary lynda marie neilson |
| 12619 |
12602 |
13322 |
Giacomo Puccini |
Wakeling Dry |
Biography & Autobiography |
This biography of Puccini was written while the composer was at the height of his career. Besides the usual biographical information, the author summarizes and discusses Puccini's works to this point, including Le Villi, Edgar, Manon Lescaut, La Boheme, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly (which was in production at the time of this writing).\n - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/giacomo-puccini-by-wakeling-dry/ |
biography puccini written composer height career besides usual biographical information author summarizes discusses puccini s works point including le villi edgar manon lescaut la boheme tosca madama butterfly which production time writing summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 12620 |
12603 |
13323 |
Scottish Fairy Book |
Elizabeth W. Grierson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This book of Scottish fairy tales tells of brownies, fairies, and apparitions, bogies, witches, kelpies, and tales told about a mysterious region under the sea, "far below the abode of fishes," where the Mermaids and Mermen live. There are stories of the Brownie, magical animal tales where the animals are endowed with the power of speech, tales of enchantment, and legendary stories, half real, half mythical. The author has tried to make a representative collection from these different classes of Scottish Folklore, choosing the tales that are the least well known. - Summary by Nan Dodge, taken from the introduction. |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-scottish-fairy-book-by-elizabeth-w-grierson/ |
book scottish fairy tales tells brownies fairies apparitions bogies witches kelpies tales told mysterious region sea far abode fishes mermaids mermen live stories brownie magical animal tales animals endowed power speech tales enchantment legendary stories half real half mythical author tried make representative collection different classes scottish folklore choosing tales least well known summary nan dodge taken introduction |
| 12621 |
12604 |
13324 |
Romance Of The Commonplace |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Essays & Short Works, Humor |
Thirty four whimsical, tongue-in-cheek, and entertaining essays about not much in particular, published in 1902, by one of the most popular writers of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The American Gelett Burgess (1866-1951) was an artist, art critic, poet, author, and humorist. Nonsense verse (none in this collection) was a specialty. - Summary by David Wales\n\n |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-the-commonplace-by-frank-gelett-burgess/ |
thirty four whimsical tongue in cheek entertaining essays much particular published 1902 one popular writers late nineteenth early twentieth centuries american gelett burgess 1866 1951 artist art critic poet author humorist nonsense verse none collection specialty summary david wales |
| 12622 |
12605 |
13325 |
Hallowe'en at Merryvale |
Alice Hale Burnett |
General |
"For many days the boys had been looking forward to the party to be held at Toad Brown's house, but the evening finally arrived and a number of new games were played, although a few things happened which were not on the program." - Summary by Alice Hale Burnett |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/halloween-at-merryvale-by-alice-hale-burnett/ |
for many days boys looking forward party held toad brown s house evening finally arrived number new games played although things happened program summary alice hale burnett |
| 12623 |
12606 |
13326 |
Human Nature and Conduct - Part 3, The Place of Intelligence In Conduct |
John Dewey |
*Non-fiction, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
John Dewey, an early 20th Century American philosopher, psychologist, educational theorist, saw Social Psychology as much a physical science (with rules and predictive power) as Biology and Chemistry. This project encompasses Part 3 of 4 of his book Human Nature and Conduct. An Introduction to Social Psychology, published in 1922.\nDewey's uses the words "HABIT" and "Impulse" as a specialized catch-all words to describe how a person and his/her objective environment interact. This interaction is the basis for moral and ethical judgments. Dewey writes: "All habits are demands for certain kinds of activity; and they constitute the self.” In other places he also asserts that "Habits are Will." In this third part of the book, Dewey describes how we make ethical judgments (Dramatic Rehearsal), the occasions which call upon the exercise of intelligence, and the relationship among aims, goals, means and ends, and emotions. ~ Summary by William Allan Jones, Soloist |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/human-nature-and-conduct-an-introduction-to-social-psychology-1922-part-3-by-john-dewey/ |
john dewey early 20th century american philosopher psychologist educational theorist saw social psychology much physical science with rules predictive power biology chemistry project encompasses part 3 4 book human nature conduct introduction social psychology published 1922 dewey s uses words habit impulse specialized catch all words describe person his her objective environment interact interaction basis moral ethical judgments dewey writes all habits demands certain kinds activity constitute self places also asserts habits will third part book dewey describes make ethical judgments dramatic rehearsal occasions call upon exercise intelligence relationship among aims goals means ends emotions summary william allan jones soloist |
| 12624 |
12607 |
13327 |
In the Pecos Country |
Edward S. Ellis |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Edward Sylvester Ellis was a major American author during the era of inexpensive fiction of the nineteenth century (dime novels). Because he wrote under dozens of pseudonyms, as well as under his own name, it is virtually impossible to know exactly how many books he wrote, but it is believed to be in the hundreds. He specialized in boys' stories, inspirational biography, and history for both children and adults. (From FictionDB.com)\nThis is a western, set in the Pecos River valley in the late 19th century, post Civil War era. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-pecos-country-by-edward-s-ellis/ |
edward sylvester ellis major american author era inexpensive fiction nineteenth century dime novels wrote dozens pseudonyms well name virtually impossible know exactly many books wrote believed hundreds specialized boys stories inspirational biography history children adults from fictiondb com western set pecos river valley late 19th century post civil war era |
| 12625 |
12608 |
13328 |
Poems |
T. S. Eliot |
Single author, Free Verse, Narratives |
This collection of 24 contains some of T. S. Eliot's earlier work. This collection contains poems in English as well as some completely in French, others with various lines/couplets in Latin and Italian. - Summary by Foon |
Multilingual |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-t-s-eliot/ |
collection 24 contains t s eliot s earlier work collection contains poems english well completely french others various lines couplets latin italian summary foon |
| 12626 |
12609 |
13329 |
Crown Of Life |
George Gissing |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Romance |
So what is the crown of life? Follow the journey of Piers and Irene as they attempt to discover. It is both a coming of age novel and love story at the same time, one which would bring delight to philosophers with many conversations for and against imperialism, romantics who would follow the long courtship in the center of the plot, and sociologists who would follow with interest the vivid way in which George Gissing describes the society in which he lived. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-crown-of-life-by-george-gissing/ |
crown life follow journey piers irene attempt discover coming age novel love story time one would bring delight philosophers many conversations imperialism romantics would follow long courtship center plot sociologists would follow interest vivid way george gissing describes society lived summary stav nisser |
| 12627 |
12610 |
13330 |
Animals of the Past |
Frederic Lucas |
Animals, Nature, Life Sciences |
Prior to the emergence of paleontology and comparative anatomy as scientific disciplines at the end of the 18th century, it was generally known that there were species of animals that had disappeared completely. The term "extinction" originally applied to the extinguishing of fires or erasing of one's debt. It was not until 1784 that the term extinction was used to denote the complete eradication of a species of living being. In 1901, Frederic A. Lucas penned an overview of vertebrate animals whose only evidence of being remained in fossil records. The book focuses primarily on vertebrate animals, from fish to mammals. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/animals-of-the-past-by-frederic-lucas/ |
prior emergence paleontology comparative anatomy scientific disciplines end 18th century generally known species animals disappeared completely term extinction originally applied extinguishing fires erasing one s debt 1784 term extinction used denote complete eradication species living being 1901 frederic a lucas penned overview vertebrate animals whose evidence remained fossil records book focuses primarily vertebrate animals fish mammals summary jeffery smith |
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12611 |
13331 |
Suppressed Poems of Alfred Lord Tennyson |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Single author |
To those unacquainted with Tennyson's conscientious methods, it may seem strange that a volume of 160 pages is necessary to contain those poems written and published by him during his active literary career, and ultimately rejected as unsatisfactory. Of this considerable body of verse, a great part was written, not in youth or old age, but while Tennyson's powers were at their greatest. Whatever reasons may once have existed for suppressing the poems that follow, the student of English literature is entitled to demand that the whole body of Tennyson's work should now be open, without restriction or impediment, to the critical study to which the works of his compeers are subjected. - Summary by Editor's Note |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-suppressed-poems-of-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
unacquainted tennyson s conscientious methods may seem strange volume 160 pages necessary contain poems written published active literary career ultimately rejected unsatisfactory considerable body verse great part written youth old age tennyson s powers greatest whatever reasons may existed suppressing poems follow student english literature entitled demand whole body tennyson s work open without restriction impediment critical study works compeers subjected summary editor s note |
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12612 |
13332 |
Tale of Bobby Bobolink |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Bobby Bobolink is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-bobby-bobolink-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale bobby bobolink one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
| 12630 |
12613 |
13333 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 060 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain independently chosen by the readers. Volume 60 features excerpts from two German philosophers, Christian von Wolff and Hegel, as well as British theologian Edward Stillingfleet. It contains essays on women as inventors (Matilda Joslyn Gage) , Uruguayan society (W. H. Hudson), political economy (Frederick Bastiat) pipe smoking (Sewell Ford) and personal dislikes (Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.). Days to remember are chronicled in first hand accounts of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake (James Stetson), and a 1830's hydrogen balloon ascension over New York City (Charles Durant). Natural history is highlighted in accounts of Brazilian ants and monkeys (Henry Bates) and North American raccoons (N. M. Pairpoint). Last but not least, American journalist William Allen White writes a moving tribute to his 17-year old daughter Mary, who died after after being hit in the head by an overhanging tree limb while she was riding her horse. (Summary by Sue Anderson)<br><br>Rational Psychology was translated by Edward Kennard Rand.\nThe Contrite Consciousness was translated by Josiah Royce. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-060-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers volume 60 features excerpts two german philosophers christian von wolff hegel well british theologian edward stillingfleet contains essays women inventors matilda joslyn gage uruguayan society w h hudson political economy frederick bastiat pipe smoking sewell ford personal dislikes oliver wendell holmes sr days remember chronicled first hand accounts 1906 san francisco earthquake james stetson 1830 s hydrogen balloon ascension new york city charles durant natural history highlighted accounts brazilian ants monkeys henry bates north american raccoons n m pairpoint last least american journalist william allen white writes moving tribute 17 year old daughter mary died hit head overhanging tree limb riding horse summary sue anderson br br rational psychology translated edward kennard rand contrite consciousness translated josiah royce |
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12614 |
13334 |
White Flag |
John Hay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
John Milton Hay was an American statesman and official whose career in government stretched over almost half a century. Beginning as a private secretary and assistant to Abraham Lincoln, Hay's highest office was United States Secretary of State under Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. Hay was also an author and biographer and wrote poetry and other literature throughout much of his life. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-flag-by-john-hay/ |
john milton hay american statesman official whose career government stretched almost half century beginning private secretary assistant abraham lincoln hay s highest office united states secretary state presidents william mckinley theodore roosevelt hay also author biographer wrote poetry literature throughout much life summary wikipedia |
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12615 |
13335 |
Лампада |
Georgy Ivanov |
Single author |
"The Lantern" is one of the earlier books of poetry by Georgy Ivanov (1894 - 1958), a leading poet and essayist of the Russian emigration. (Mark Chulsky)\n\nГеоргий Иванов (1894-1958), многосторонний русский литератор, oдин из крупнейших поэтов русской эмиграции. "Лампада" считается четвертым сборником его стихов. |
Russian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/lampada-by-georgy-ivanov/ |
the lantern one earlier books poetry georgy ivanov 1894 1958 leading poet essayist russian emigration mark chulsky георгий иванов 1894 1958 многосторонний русский литератор oдин из крупнейших поэтов русской эмиграции лампада считается четвертым сборником его стихов |
| 12633 |
12616 |
13336 |
Rhymes of a Red Cross Man |
Robert W. Service |
Single author |
Robert Service was born in Lancashire, England, but at age 21 moved to Canada and eventually ended up in the Yukon during the gold rush. His poems "The Shooting of Dan McGrew" and "The Cremation of Sam McGee" helped secure his reputation as the “Bard of the Yukon.” During World War I, Service was an ambulance driver and stretcher bearer for the Red Cross. This volume of poems springs from these experiences during the war. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/rhymes-of-a-red-cross-man-by-robert-w-service/ |
robert service born lancashire england age 21 moved canada eventually ended yukon gold rush poems the shooting dan mcgrew the cremation sam mcgee helped secure reputation bard yukon world war i service ambulance driver stretcher bearer red cross volume poems springs experiences war summary larry wilson |
| 12634 |
12617 |
13337 |
cuatro jinetes del apocalipsis |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
Historical Fiction |
La obra se centra en los acontecimientos acaecidos durante la primera guerra mundial en la que se ven enfrentadas dos familias procedentes del mismo tronco “Julio Madariaga” argentino. Al fallecer éste, sus hijas, Luisa casada con el francés Marcelo Desnoyers y Elena casada con el alemán Karl von Hartrott (ambos trabajaban para Madariaga en su gran hacienda) regresan a Europa, aquellos a París y éstos a Alemania.\nEl protagonista de la obra es Julio Desnoyers, hijo de Luisa y don Marcelo y nieto de Julio Madariaga. La buena posición económica y social de su padre hace que Julio, pintor y bailarín, se dedique a una vida disipada y algo licenciosa, sin ningún sentimiento patriótico. Pero cuando estalla la guerra, Julio se alista en el ejército, ahí sufrirá una gran transformación personal... (Resumen de Montse González) |
Spanish |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/los-cuatro-jinetes-del-apocalipsis-by-vicente-blasco-ibanez/ |
la obra se centra en los acontecimientos acaecidos durante la primera guerra mundial en la que se ven enfrentadas dos familias procedentes del mismo tronco julio madariaga argentino al fallecer éste sus hijas luisa casada con el francés marcelo desnoyers elena casada con el alemán karl von hartrott ambos trabajaban para madariaga en su gran hacienda regresan europa aquellos parís éstos alemania el protagonista de la obra es julio desnoyers hijo de luisa marcelo nieto de julio madariaga la buena posición económica social de su padre hace que julio pintor bailarín se dedique una vida disipada algo licenciosa sin ningún sentimiento patriótico pero cuando estalla la guerra julio se alista en el ejército ahí sufrirá una gran transformación personal resumen de montse gonzález |
| 12635 |
12618 |
13338 |
Fairy Prince and Other Stories |
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott |
Children's Fiction, Family Life |
A charming family story told from the viewpoint of a nine-year-old girl. “You don't seem to understand," I whispered. "It's Christmas relationships that are worrying Carol and me so! It worries us dreadfully! Oh, of course we understand all about the Little Baby Christ! And the camels! And the wise men! And the frankincense! That's easy! But who is Santa Claus? Unless—unless—?" It was Carol himself who signaled me to go on. "Unless—he's the Baby Christ's grandfather?" I thought Derry Willard looked a little bit startled. Carol's ears turned bright red. "Oh, of course—we meant on his mother's side!" I hastened to assure him.” - Quote from the book. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-prince-and-other-stories-by-eleanor-hallowell-abbott/ |
charming family story told viewpoint nine year old girl you seem understand whispered it s christmas relationships worrying carol so worries us dreadfully oh course understand little baby christ camels wise men frankincense that s easy santa claus unless unless carol signaled go on unless he s baby christ s grandfather thought derry willard looked little bit startled carol s ears turned bright red oh course we meant mother s side hastened assure him quote book |
| 12636 |
12619 |
13339 |
Cathedral |
Joris-Karl Huysmans |
Christian Fiction |
It is the third of Huysmans' books to feature the character Durtal, a thinly disguised portrait of the author. He had already featured the character of Durtal in Là-bas and En route, which recounted his conversion to Catholicism.\nLa Cathédrale continues the story. After his retreat at a Trappist monastery, Durtal moves to the city of Chartres, renowned for its cathedral. Huysmans describes the building in great detail. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-cathedral-by-joris-karl-huysmans/ |
third huysmans books feature character durtal thinly disguised portrait author already featured character durtal là bas en route recounted conversion catholicism la cathédrale continues story retreat trappist monastery durtal moves city chartres renowned cathedral huysmans describes building great detail summary wikipedia |
| 12637 |
12620 |
13340 |
Place Beyond The Winds |
Harriet Theresa Comstock |
Romance |
Priscilla Glenn lives in Kenmore, a place which the Canadian Indians call "the in-place, the place beyond the winds". There are so many traditions, so many things to be proud of, yet Priscilla is different. She dreams of living in the big city. Would she be able to fulfil her dream? If she does, would she leave her traditions behind or remember when she came from? The novel includes descriptions of the traditions and sprawling nature, of the people of Kenmore, and of Priscilla herself. Many people go far away from home to fulfil some or other dream, but home is always there. The novel is perfect for everybody, including fans of Gene Stratton Porter. - Summary by Stav Nisser.<br>\nRead by Lynda Marie Neilson and Nancy Gorgen. |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-place-beyond-the-winds-by-harriet-theresa-comstock/ |
priscilla glenn lives kenmore place canadian indians call the in place place beyond winds many traditions many things proud of yet priscilla different dreams living big city would able fulfil dream does would leave traditions behind remember came from novel includes descriptions traditions sprawling nature people kenmore priscilla herself many people go far away home fulfil dream home always there novel perfect everybody including fans gene stratton porter summary stav nisser br read lynda marie neilson nancy gorgen |
| 12638 |
12621 |
13341 |
Fuente Ovejuna |
Félix Arturo Lope de Vega |
Historical Fiction |
En esta obra se dramatiza la toma de justicia de un pueblo (Fuenteovejuna) frente a los actos corruptos de su gobernador. Cansados de las humillaciones de dicha autoridad, deciden tomar las armas en sus manos y revelarse, manifestando que sólo obedecen las leyes de los reyes Católicos, quien luego de la afrenta realizada a dicha autoridad realiza una dura investigación, siendo grande su sorpresa cuando luego de tal arduo trabajo, y por decisión unánime del pueblo, no logró encontrar al culpable, o mejor dicho aun encontrándolo no lo pudo castigar. (Resumen por KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/fuente-ovejuna-by-felix-arturo-lope-de-vega/ |
en esta obra se dramatiza la toma de justicia de un pueblo fuenteovejuna frente los actos corruptos de su gobernador cansados de las humillaciones de dicha autoridad deciden tomar las armas en sus manos revelarse manifestando que sólo obedecen las leyes de los reyes católicos quien luego de la afrenta realizada dicha autoridad realiza una dura investigación siendo grande su sorpresa cuando luego de tal arduo trabajo por decisión unánime del pueblo logró encontrar al culpable mejor dicho aun encontrándolo lo pudo castigar resumen por kendalrigans |
| 12639 |
12622 |
13342 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 9: Tragedy and Humor (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The ninth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, includes a trove of famous tragic poems set in different regions of the world, including Greece, Rome, the Orient, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Russia, Scotland, Ireland, England, America, and the sea. It ends off with a selection of mischievous poems about women and their proclivities. The collection also includes an introductory essay by folklore scholar Francis Barton Gummere (1855-1919). - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-9-tragedy-and-humor-part-1-by-various/ |
ninth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts includes trove famous tragic poems set different regions world including greece rome orient italy spain switzerland russia scotland ireland england america sea ends selection mischievous poems women proclivities collection also includes introductory essay folklore scholar francis barton gummere 1855 1919 summary tomas peter |
| 12640 |
12623 |
13344 |
Dunwich Horror |
H. P. Lovecraft |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Horror stalks the earth. There are many dimensions that coexist with our universe and, unfortunately, overlap it in very special places. The horrific beings that live in these other dimensions are ancient, terrifying and very malign. This story is about one of these overlapping spots in a decaying community in the USA where these beings can interact with our world and where humans succeed in calling them forth in all of their stench, fetor and power with the intent of destroying all life on our planet. Mere humans cannot resist their power. Is there any hope? - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-dunwich-horror-by-h-p-lovecraft-2/ |
horror stalks earth many dimensions coexist universe and unfortunately overlap special places horrific beings live dimensions ancient terrifying malign story one overlapping spots decaying community usa beings interact world humans succeed calling forth stench fetor power intent destroying life planet mere humans cannot resist power hope summary phil chenevert |
| 12641 |
12624 |
13345 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 064 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind.-A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-064-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind a gramour |
| 12642 |
12625 |
13346 |
Traité de la vie élégante suivi de la Théorie de la démarche |
Honoré de Balzac |
Humor, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
L’homme intérieur, principe du pouvoir et de la longévité, et l’homme extérieur arpentant, avec la même élégance que Chateaubriand, un boulevard.\n Le tour complet des postures humaines et de leurs effets.\n Balzac était lui-même un « dandy », cet ouvrage est écrit d’une plume fort humoristique.\n Le Traité se présente sous forme philosophique, avec beaucoup d’ironie.\n L’Essai pamphlétaire est bien celui d’un écrivain-journaliste, avec des sujets d’actualité de l’époque.\n Le regard précis de notre auteur de la grande « Comédie humaine ».\nSource Wikipedia. Et ajout de ChristianeJehanne. |
French |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/traite-de-la-vie-elegante-suivi-de-la-theorie-de-la-demarche-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
l homme intérieur principe du pouvoir et de la longévité et l homme extérieur arpentant avec la même élégance que chateaubriand un boulevard le tour complet des postures humaines et de leurs effets balzac était lui même un dandy cet ouvrage est écrit d une plume fort humoristique le traité se présente sous forme philosophique avec beaucoup d ironie l essai pamphlétaire est bien celui d un écrivain journaliste avec des sujets d actualité de l époque le regard précis de notre auteur de la grande comédie humaine source wikipedia et ajout de christianejehanne |
| 12643 |
12626 |
13347 |
Peccavi |
E. W. Hornung |
Literary Fiction |
How does a man who as committed a heavy sin — not a crime, but a sin with terrible consequences — atone for his behaviour? What if the man is a priest of the Church of England? That is the central question of E. W. Hornung’s Peccavi (I have sinned). The Rev. Robert Carlton, rector of the rural parish of Long Stow, now finds not only his parishioners turned against him, but also his patron Wilton Gleed, for under English ecclesiastical law’s allowance of advowson, a patron (usually a notable) could in effect name a particular clergyman to a church living, or benefice, under his control. What the patron could not do, however, was to eject a rector from his church and his rectory; that was a matter for the local bishop, not him. ( Nicholas Clifford) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/peccavi-by-e-w-hornung/ |
man committed heavy sin crime sin terrible consequences atone behaviour man priest church england central question e w hornung s peccavi i sinned rev robert carlton rector rural parish long stow finds parishioners turned him also patron wilton gleed english ecclesiastical law s allowance advowson patron usually notable could effect name particular clergyman church living benefice control patron could do however eject rector church rectory matter local bishop him nicholas clifford |
| 12644 |
12627 |
13348 |
Vicksburg National Military Park, Mississippi |
William C. Everhart |
War & Military |
In the American Civil War, the Vicksburg campaign (December 1862-July 1863) was a pivotal victory for the Union under the generalship of Ulysses S. Grant, who as a result was promoted by President Lincoln to command of all the North’s military forces. Historian James M. McPherson called Vicksburg “The most brilliant and innovative campaign of the Civil War.” A U.S. Army field manual called it “the most brilliant campaign ever fought on American soil.” National Park Service Historical Manual number 21 published in 1954. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/vicksburg-national-military-park-mississippi-by-william-c-everhart/ |
american civil war vicksburg campaign december 1862 july 1863 pivotal victory union generalship ulysses s grant result promoted president lincoln command north s military forces historian james m mcpherson called vicksburg the brilliant innovative campaign civil war u s army field manual called the brilliant campaign ever fought american soil national park service historical manual number 21 published 1954 summary david wales |
| 12645 |
12628 |
13349 |
Doctor Luttrell's First Patient |
Rosa Nouchette Carey |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Doctor Markus Luttrell and his new wife Olivia, a former governess, are trying to start building their nest. Problems arise when doctor Luttrell cannot find work and Olivia has to take care of the house. The financial problems make their marriage more and more difficult. They make ends meet before their rich neighbor needs doctor Luttrell. Would they be able to come up in the world? Would they be happy? - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-luttrells-first-patient-by-rosa-nouchette-carey/ |
doctor markus luttrell new wife olivia former governess trying start building nest problems arise doctor luttrell cannot find work olivia take care house financial problems make marriage difficult make ends meet rich neighbor needs doctor luttrell would able come world would happy summary stav nisser |
| 12646 |
12629 |
13350 |
Five Mice in a Mouse-trap by the Man in the Moon |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
Family, General |
There are five of these children, and I call them my Five Mice; and the queer house that they live in I call the Mouse-trap. They are such funny children! I watch them sometimes all day long, their pranks are so amusing; and then when night comes, I slide down a moonbeam and sit by their pillows, and tell them stories and sing them songs. Ah! they like that, you may believe! And you all shall hear the stories and songs too, if you like, for I will write them down. So now, children all, listen! in America, Jennie and Johnny; in France, Marie and Emil; in Germany, Gretchen and Hans; in Italy, Tita and Nanni; in Kamschatka, Patchko and Tinka. Listen all, great and small, to the old Man in the Moon - Summary by Laura E. Richards |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/five-mice-in-a-mouse-trap-by-the-man-in-the-moon-by-laura-e-howe-richards/ |
five children call five mice queer house live call mouse trap funny children watch sometimes day long pranks amusing night comes slide moonbeam sit pillows tell stories sing songs ah like that may believe shall hear stories songs too like write down now children all listen america jennie johnny france marie emil germany gretchen hans italy tita nanni kamschatka patchko tinka listen all great small old man moon summary laura e richards |
| 12647 |
12630 |
13351 |
Earth's Enigmas |
Sir Charles G. D. Roberts |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Most of the stories in this collection attempt to present one or another of those problems of life or nature to which, as it appears to many of us, there is no adequate solution within sight. Others are the almost literal transcript of dreams which seemed to me to have a coherency, completeness, and symbolic significance sufficiently marked to justify me in setting them down. The rest are scenes from that simple life of Canadian backwoods and tide-country with which my earlier years made me familiar. - Summary by CHARLES G D ROBERTS |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/earths-enigmas-by-sir-charles-g-d-roberts/ |
stories collection attempt present one another problems life nature which appears many us adequate solution within sight others almost literal transcript dreams seemed coherency completeness symbolic significance sufficiently marked justify setting down rest scenes simple life canadian backwoods tide country earlier years made familiar summary charles g roberts |
| 12648 |
12631 |
13352 |
Glimpses of Italian society in the eighteenth century |
Hester Lynch Piozzi |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Travel & Geography |
Selections from the "Observations and reflections made in the course of a journey through France, Italy, and Germany" by Hester Lynch Piozzi who, during her first marriage to Henry Thrale, was the hostess and friend of many of her famous contemporaries including Dr Johnson and Fanny Burney. The vivid and personal "Observations and Reflections" was first published in 1789. - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/glimpses-of-italian-society-in-the-eighteenth-century-by-hester-lynch-piozzi/ |
selections observations reflections made course journey france italy germany hester lynch piozzi who first marriage henry thrale hostess friend many famous contemporaries including dr johnson fanny burney vivid personal observations reflections first published 1789 summary barbara2 |
| 12649 |
12632 |
13353 |
Story of Solomon Owl |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Solomon Owl is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-solomon-owl-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale solomon owl one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
| 12650 |
12633 |
13354 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 10) - The Odyssey (Book 10) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Κ - Τὰ περὶ Αἰόλου καὶ Λαιστρυγόνων καὶ Κίρκης.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 10. Æolus, Læstrygonians, Circe.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 10 : Deuxième récit : Éole, les Lestrygons, Circé.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-10-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία κ τὰ περὶ αἰόλου καὶ λαιστρυγόνων καὶ κίρκης br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 10 æolus læstrygonians circe br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 10 deuxième récit éole les lestrygons circé br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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12634 |
13355 |
To The Fringed Gentian |
William Cullen Bryant |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
William Cullen Bryant was an American romantic poet, journalist, and long-time editor of the New York Evening Post. He is also remembered as one of the principal authorities on homeopathy and as a hymnist for the Unitarian Church, both legacies of his father's enormous influence on him. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-fringed-gentian-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
william cullen bryant american romantic poet journalist long time editor new york evening post also remembered one principal authorities homeopathy hymnist unitarian church legacies father s enormous influence him summary wikipedia |
| 12652 |
12635 |
13356 |
Island Hunting-Song |
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and polymath based in Boston. A member of the Fireside Poets, he was acclaimed by his peers as one of the best writers of the day. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table (1858). He was also an important medical reformer. In addition to his work as an author and poet, Holmes also served as a physician, professor, lecturer and inventor and, although he never practiced it, he received formal training in law. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-island-hunting-song-by-oliver-wendell-holmes-sr/ |
oliver wendell holmes sr american physician poet polymath based boston member fireside poets acclaimed peers one best writers day famous prose works breakfast table series began autocrat breakfast table 1858 also important medical reformer addition work author poet holmes also served physician professor lecturer inventor and although never practiced it received formal training law summary wikipedia |
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12636 |
13357 |
Pit |
Frank Norris |
General Fiction |
The Trilogy of The Epic of the Wheat includes the following novels: <br>\n <a href="https://librivox.org/the-octopus-by-frank-norris/ ">THE OCTOPUS,</a>, a Story of California.<br>\nTHE PIT, a Story of Chicago.<br>\nTHE WOLF, a Story of Europe.<br>\nThese novels, while forming a series, will be in no way connected with each other save only in their relation to (1) the production, (2) the distribution, (3) the consumption of American wheat. When complete, they will form the story of a crop of wheat from the time of its sowing as seed in California to the time of its consumption as bread in a village of Western Europe. <br>\nThe first novel, "The Octopus," deals with the war between the wheat grower and the Railroad Trust; the second, "The Pit," is the fictitious narrative of a "deal" in the Chicago wheat pit; while the third, "The Wolf," will probably have for its pivotal episode the relieving of a famine in an Old World community. \n - Summary by Frank Norris |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-pit-by-frank-norris/ |
trilogy epic wheat includes following novels br a href https librivox org the octopus by frank norris the octopus a story california br pit story chicago br wolf story europe br novels forming series way connected save relation 1 production 2 distribution 3 consumption american wheat complete form story crop wheat time sowing seed california time consumption bread village western europe br first novel the octopus deals war wheat grower railroad trust second the pit fictitious narrative deal chicago wheat pit third the wolf probably pivotal episode relieving famine old world community summary frank norris |
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12637 |
13358 |
Godliness |
Catherine Booth |
Christianity - Other |
Catherine Booth and William Booth were a ministry team founding the Salvation Army, which has spread from its humble beginnings in England to a global church with a presence in 131 countries and a membership of 1.7 million. Although best known to many people for its relief and charitable work, the Salvation Army is at its core a church from the Wesleyan tradition. Partly due the strong leadership from Catherine Booth, women are encouraged to participate fully in the ministry to the highest levels.\nIn this book Catherine Booth’s writing touches on the basics of faith – repentance, faith, charity and prayer. The book concludes with a series of addresses on holiness, the cardinal doctrine of Holiness churches.\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/godliness-by-catherine-booth/ |
catherine booth william booth ministry team founding salvation army spread humble beginnings england global church presence 131 countries membership 1 7 million although best known many people relief charitable work salvation army core church wesleyan tradition partly due strong leadership catherine booth women encouraged participate fully ministry highest levels book catherine booth s writing touches basics faith repentance faith charity prayer book concludes series addresses holiness cardinal doctrine holiness churches summary larry wilson |
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12638 |
13359 |
Bible (DBY) NT 09: Galatians |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-darby-nt-09-galatians/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death summary aaron hultstrand |
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12639 |
13360 |
Nero, the Circus Lion |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
Nero lived in the jungle with his family, his mom and dad, his brother and sister. He liked to play with his friend Switchie, who tends to get Nero into trouble. One day, Nero's dad took him hunting, but instead, Nero gets caught in a trap. He ends up in a circus, where he has more adventures. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/nero-the-circus-lion-by-richard-barnum/ |
nero lived jungle family mom dad brother sister liked play friend switchie tends get nero trouble one day nero s dad took hunting instead nero gets caught trap ends circus adventures |
| 12657 |
12640 |
13361 |
Psyche |
Hugo von Blomberg |
Lyric, Sonnets |
Von Blomberg beschreibt, wohl angeregt durch Bilder Raphaels, die Geschichte von Amor und Psyche im Oktavsatz. Diese wird durch Sonette über griechische Götter eingeleitet und mehrmals unterbrochen.\nIm Prolog beschreibt der Dichter selbst seine Motivation und warum er welchen Stil gewählt hat. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/psyche-by-hugo-von-blomberg/ |
von blomberg beschreibt wohl angeregt durch bilder raphaels die geschichte von amor und psyche im oktavsatz diese wird durch sonette über griechische götter eingeleitet und mehrmals unterbrochen im prolog beschreibt der dichter selbst seine motivation und warum er welchen stil gewählt hat summary lorda |
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12641 |
13362 |
Mercader de Venecia |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy |
Un mercader asume una deuda de tres mil ducados para ayudar a un gran amigo, el prestamista: un judío, que además le odia. El mercader acepta el trato de entregar al judío en caso de falta de pago una libra de su propia carne y de preferencia de aquella que se encuentra cerca al corazón, pues está seguro que sus negocios tienen buen viento. Pero por azares del destino el mercader se ve en imposibilidad de pagar en la fecha pactada. Aceptará un juzgado que se ejecute la deuda del modo pactado aun cuando atenta contra la vida del mercader?\nShakespeare nos cuenta como termina la historia. (Summary by KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/el-mercader-de-venecia-by-william-shakespeare/ |
un mercader asume una deuda de tres mil ducados para ayudar un gran amigo el prestamista un judío que además le odia el mercader acepta el trato de entregar al judío en caso de falta de pago una libra de su propia carne de preferencia de aquella que se encuentra cerca al corazón pues está seguro que sus negocios tienen buen viento pero por azares del destino el mercader se en imposibilidad de pagar en la fecha pactada aceptará un juzgado que se ejecute la deuda del modo pactado aun cuando atenta contra la vida del mercader shakespeare nos cuenta como termina la historia summary kendalrigans |
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12642 |
13363 |
Lost Art of Reading |
Gerald Stanley Lee |
*Non-fiction, Crafts & Hobbies |
Gerald Stanley Lee speaks here-in of books and self in the time of factories, tall buildings and industry and big city making, the effects of modern civilization on the individual. - Summary by Joseph Tabler |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-art-of-reading-by-gerald-stanley-lee/ |
gerald stanley lee speaks here in books self time factories tall buildings industry big city making effects modern civilization individual summary joseph tabler |
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12643 |
13364 |
Fall River Tragedy |
Edwin H. Porter |
True Crime |
The story of how Lizzie Borden supposedly murdered her parents has passed into American folklore, partly thanks to the albeit inaccurate playground rhyme, "Lizzie Borden took an axe, and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41." Here we have the 'true' story, as reported by the local police reporter who attended the trial and lived only streets away from the Borden home with his young wife. After the trial, Porter 'disappeared' and it was widely speculated he had either been murdered or bribed to disappear in order to suppress the book. His reappearance some time later put paid to the first theory. After his death at age 39 from tuberculosis, a new theory emerged, that he had been away for treatment while keeping his illness secret. Meanwhile, the trial itself was noteworthy for several reasons: it was one of the first to be followed by nationwide press, providing a template for today's tabloid and cable coverage of major trials; it also had some distinguished personnel: one of the prosecutors, Frank Moody, later became the attorney general of the United States and was appointed to the Supreme Court by President Theodore Roosevelt; and Borden’s defense attorney, George Robinson, was the former governor of Massachusetts. The appearance of Professor Wood of Harvard University was an early use of an expert witness at trial. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-fall-river-tragedy-by-edwin-h-porter/ |
story lizzie borden supposedly murdered parents passed american folklore partly thanks albeit inaccurate playground rhyme lizzie borden took axe gave mother 40 whacks saw done gave father 41 true story reported local police reporter attended trial lived streets away borden home young wife trial porter disappeared widely speculated either murdered bribed disappear order suppress book reappearance time later put paid first theory death age 39 tuberculosis new theory emerged away treatment keeping illness secret meanwhile trial noteworthy several reasons one first followed nationwide press providing template today s tabloid cable coverage major trials also distinguished personnel one prosecutors frank moody later became attorney general united states appointed supreme court president theodore roosevelt borden s defense attorney george robinson former governor massachusetts appearance professor wood harvard university early use expert witness trial |
| 12661 |
12651 |
13372 |
Fairy Stories my Children Love Best of All |
Edgar Dubs Shimer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this collection, we get to know which fairy tales Mr Shimer loved to tell his kids. Some of the stories may be familiar, but most of them may be new to you. We hope that you will enjoy listening to these stories just as much as Mr. Shimer's children once did. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-stories-my-children-love-best-of-all-by-edgar-dubs-shimer/ |
collection get know fairy tales mr shimer loved tell kids stories may familiar may new you hope enjoy listening stories much mr shimer s children did summary carolin |
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12725 |
13449 |
Frederick Douglass A Biography |
Charles Waddell Chesnutt |
Biography & Autobiography |
Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass became one of America's great icons. He escaped slavery to become one of our great abolitionists, statesman, writer, orator, all around social reformer and intellectual of our time. He was born in 1818 in the state of Maryland. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/frederick-douglass-a-biography-by-charles-waddell-chesnutt/ |
born slavery frederick douglass became one america s great icons escaped slavery become one great abolitionists statesman writer orator around social reformer intellectual time born 1818 state maryland |
| 12663 |
12644 |
13365 |
Third Rubaiyat Miscellany |
Omar Khayyám |
Anthologies |
In addition to Edward Fitzgerald, many authors have produced versions of the quatrains of Omar Khayyam. This collection features the work of some less well known English translators.\n\nIn an article in The North American Review, 1869, Charles Eliot Norton included a prose translation of thirty-nine quatrains from the monumental French translation by J.B. Nicolas.\n\nIn 1887 a translation of 50 quatrains by Michael Kearney was published in a collection of the works of Edward Fitzgerald.\n\nThe Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal, Vol. 46, 1877, contains a selection of nine quatrains translated by Peter Whalley.\n\nA series of fifty-five quatrains translated by H. G. Keene was published in an article "Loose Stanzas" in The Calcutta Review in January 1895.\n\nIn The Manchester Quarterly, vol. 18, Jan. 1899 twenty rubai were rendered into English verse by George Milner from the literal prose translations of Edward Heron-Allen. \n\nIn 1899 Tinsley Pratt published translations of twenty-five quatrains in "Persephone in Hades and other poems.”\n\nIn 1913 thirty-two quatrains translated by George Plimmer were released in his “Omariana”, which was privately printed.\n\nThis project is a sequel to two previous Rubaiyat miscellanies.\n\nhttps://archive.org/details/rubaiyat_miscellany_1311_librivox\n\nhttps://archive.org/details/second_rubaiyat_miscellany_1711_librivox\n\n - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-third-rubaiyat-miscellany-by-omar-khayyam/ |
addition edward fitzgerald many authors produced versions quatrains omar khayyam collection features work less well known english translators article north american review 1869 charles eliot norton included prose translation thirty nine quatrains monumental french translation j b nicolas 1887 translation 50 quatrains michael kearney published collection works edward fitzgerald journal asiatic society bengal vol 46 1877 contains selection nine quatrains translated peter whalley series fifty five quatrains translated h g keene published article loose stanzas calcutta review january 1895 manchester quarterly vol 18 jan 1899 twenty rubai rendered english verse george milner literal prose translations edward heron allen 1899 tinsley pratt published translations twenty five quatrains persephone hades poems 1913 thirty two quatrains translated george plimmer released omariana privately printed project sequel two previous rubaiyat miscellanies https archive org details rubaiyat_miscellany_1311_librivox https archive org details second_rubaiyat_miscellany_1711_librivox summary algy pug |
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12645 |
13366 |
History of Our Own Times From the Accession of Queen Victoria to the General Election of 1880, Volume I |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military, Law, Political Science |
An engaging history of Great Britain in the heyday of Queen Victoria and of her empire by the liberal Irish Member of Parliament, Justin McCarthy. He brings us the larger than life personalities of the day, Victoria and Albert, Russell and Peel, O'Connell and Palmerston, Gladstone and Disraeli, and relates great events, the Afghan War, the Irish famine, and the Crimean War without ever losing sight of the hopes and fears of the common people at home and abroad. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-our-own-times-vol1-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
engaging history great britain heyday queen victoria empire liberal irish member parliament justin mccarthy brings us larger life personalities day victoria albert russell peel o connell palmerston gladstone disraeli relates great events afghan war irish famine crimean war without ever losing sight hopes fears common people home abroad pamela nagami |
| 12665 |
12646 |
13367 |
Column of Dust |
Evelyn Underhill |
Fantasy Fiction |
Evelyn Underhill, the preeminent scholar of mysticism, wrote 3 novels in her youth, of which this is #3. Constance Tyrrel, a poor but literate woman works in a bookshop, suffers ennui, wonders if there is more to life than what she sees, invokes a ritual that she finds in a dusty old volume. Meanwhile, a disembodied spirit is consumed by a desire to know about the nature and content of the material world. It is drawn by Constance's call, where it appears as a column of dust. The two embark on adventures edifying to both and, incidentally to the reader. - Summary by Josh Mitteldorf |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-column-of-dust-by-evelyn-underhill/ |
evelyn underhill preeminent scholar mysticism wrote 3 novels youth 3 constance tyrrel poor literate woman works bookshop suffers ennui wonders life sees invokes ritual finds dusty old volume meanwhile disembodied spirit consumed desire know nature content material world drawn constance s call appears column dust two embark adventures edifying and incidentally reader summary josh mitteldorf |
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12647 |
13368 |
How Mr. Rabbit Lost His Tail |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Animals & Nature, Short works |
A small selection of children's stories from the Hollow Tree Stories series - Summary by David Gore |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/how-mr-rabbit-lost-his-tail-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
small selection children s stories hollow tree stories series summary david gore |
| 12667 |
12648 |
13369 |
Curious Lore of Precious Stones |
George Frederick Kunz |
Religion, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Full title is "The Curious Lore of Precious Stones, being a description of their sentiments and folklore, superstitions, symbolism, mysticism, use in medicine, protection, prevention, religion, and divination, crystal gazing, birthstones, lucky stones, and talismans, astral, zodiacal, and planetary." Just about everything you ever wanted to know about precious stones, aside from their formation, acquisition, and chemical composition. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-curious-lore-of-precious-stones-by-george-frederick-kunz/ |
full title the curious lore precious stones description sentiments folklore superstitions symbolism mysticism use medicine protection prevention religion divination crystal gazing birthstones lucky stones talismans astral zodiacal planetary everything ever wanted know precious stones aside formation acquisition chemical composition summary triciag |
| 12668 |
12649 |
13370 |
Aventuras de Arturo Gordon Pym |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Gothic Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Cuando todos nos hubimos tranquilizado, nos pusimos a mirar la nave que se alejaba, hasta que se perdió de vista. El tiempo empeoraba y soplaba un ligero viento. En el preciso momento en que el buque desapareció en el horizonte, Parker se volvió hacia mí con una expresión en la cara que me dio escalofríos. Tenía un aire de seguridad y entereza que nunca le había observado. Antes de que despegara los labios, yo tenía el pálpito de lo que iba a decirme. En una palabra, insinuó que uno de nosotros debía morir con el fin de salvar a los demás. - Summary by Wikipedia |
Spanish |
1861 |
https://librivox.org/aventuras-de-arturo-gordon-pym-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
cuando todos nos hubimos tranquilizado nos pusimos mirar la nave que se alejaba hasta que se perdió de vista el tiempo empeoraba soplaba un ligero viento en el preciso momento en que el buque desapareció en el horizonte parker se volvió hacia mí con una expresión en la cara que dio escalofríos tenía un aire de seguridad entereza que nunca le había observado antes de que despegara los labios yo tenía el pálpito de lo que iba decirme en una palabra insinuó que uno de nosotros debía morir con el fin de salvar los demás summary wikipedia |
| 12669 |
12650 |
13371 |
Twenty-Five Cent Dinners for Families of Six |
Juliet Corson |
Cooking |
Juliet Corson has put together a few books on economic housekeeping, and this is a fine example. Almost 150 years after publication (1878), it has become quite impossible to feed anyone on 25 cents, but the principles on how to cook economically have not changed much. In any case, modern readers can still enjoy the recipes Ms Corson has compiled, and learn from her introductory notes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-five-cent-dinners-for-families-of-six-by-juliet-corson/ |
juliet corson put together books economic housekeeping fine example almost 150 years publication 1878 become quite impossible feed anyone 25 cents principles cook economically changed much case modern readers still enjoy recipes ms corson compiled learn introductory notes summary carolin |
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12652 |
13373 |
Meadow Sprite, and Other Tales of Modern Germany |
Rudolf Baumbach |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Gertrude Schottenfels has collected and arranged eleven original tales from Germany in this volume. Ms Schottenfels alternates between stories written by Richard von Volkmann and Rudolf Baumbach, two authors active in the middle of the 19th century. The tales are varied and rather romantic, and can be enjoyed both by children and their parents. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-meadow-sprite-and-other-tales-of-modern-germany-by-baumbach-and-volkmann/ |
gertrude schottenfels collected arranged eleven original tales germany volume ms schottenfels alternates stories written richard von volkmann rudolf baumbach two authors active middle 19th century tales varied rather romantic enjoyed children parents summary carolin |
| 12671 |
12653 |
13374 |
Sea Babies and Other Babies |
Edward Quintard |
Poetry |
This is a volume of small, dreamy poems by Edward Quintard. The poems could all make good lullabies, and can be read or told to very young children. Their parents or other grown-ups will also enjoy them. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/sea-babies-and-other-babies-by-edward-quintard/ |
volume small dreamy poems edward quintard poems could make good lullabies read told young children parents grown ups also enjoy them summary carolin |
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12654 |
13375 |
Rose Brake |
Danske Dandridge |
Poetry |
Danske Dandridge was a Danish-born American poet, who is considered one of the major poets from West Virginia. In this volume, 36 of her poems are collected. The poems often read a lot like small fairy tales, and speak of nature, spirits, and emotions. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/rose-brake-by-danske-dandridge/ |
danske dandridge danish born american poet considered one major poets west virginia volume 36 poems collected poems often read lot like small fairy tales speak nature spirits emotions summary carolin |
| 12673 |
12655 |
13376 |
Fuite de la Lune |
Oscar Wilde |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
While at Trinity Collage, Wilde obtained a reputation for clever repartee and keen wit. He affected a superior air in his manners which irritated his fellow undergraduates, so that he once became the object of their practical joking. While at Oxford Wilde made his first essay in public as a writer by contributing several poems to Dublin magazines. - Temple Scott from the Introduction to <i>Poems by Oscar Wilde</i> (1906) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/la-fuite-de-la-lune-by-oscar-wilde/ |
trinity collage wilde obtained reputation clever repartee keen wit affected superior air manners irritated fellow undergraduates became object practical joking oxford wilde made first essay public writer contributing several poems dublin magazines temple scott introduction i poems oscar wilde i 1906 |
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12656 |
13377 |
Treatises On Friendship And Old Age |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Essays & Short Works |
Friendship. Old Age. Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 BC - 43 BC) was a Roman statesman, orator, lawyer, and philosopher. He is considered one of Rome’s greatest orators and prose stylists. One commentator has written, “The influence of Cicero upon the history of European literature and ideas greatly exceeds that of any other prose writer in any language.” - Summary by David Wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/treatises-on-friendship-and-old-age-by-marcus-tullius-cicero/ |
friendship old age marcus tullius cicero 106 bc 43 bc roman statesman orator lawyer philosopher considered one rome s greatest orators prose stylists one commentator written the influence cicero upon history european literature ideas greatly exceeds prose writer language summary david wales |
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12657 |
13378 |
mejores cuentos de los mejores autores españoles contemporáneos |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
Anthologies |
Antología de cuentos cortos en castellano reuniendo gran variedad de autores del siglo XIX , algunos tan destacados como Benito Pérez Galdós, José Echegaray, Emilia Pardo Bazán, Vicente Blasco Ibáñez, Ramón Valle -Inclán, Joaquín Dicenta, Palacio Valdés... con diversidad de temáticas y estilos. Esta obra nace probablemente con el fin de aliviar el complejo de inferioridad literaria y esa idea tan arraigada e ibérica de que sólo los autores extranjeros saben escribir cuentos y relatos cortos, ya que como escribió Pérez Galdós : " los españoles, aun aceptando el estado de inferioridad relativa en que nos hallamos con respecto al de otras naciones no valemos tan poco como nosotros mismos nos complacemos en pregonar estúpidamente en todas partes. ¿Por qué hacernos, pues, esclavos de ajenas y a veces perniciosas influencias, cuando podemos volar por nuestro esfuerzo y con nuestras propias alas? - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/los-mejores-cuentos-de-los-mejores-autores-espanoles-contemporaneos-by-emilia-pardo-bazan/ |
antología de cuentos cortos en castellano reuniendo gran variedad de autores del siglo xix algunos tan destacados como benito pérez galdós josé echegaray emilia pardo bazán vicente blasco ibáñez ramón valle inclán joaquín dicenta palacio valdés con diversidad de temáticas estilos esta obra nace probablemente con el fin de aliviar el complejo de inferioridad literaria esa idea tan arraigada e ibérica de que sólo los autores extranjeros saben escribir cuentos relatos cortos ya que como escribió pérez galdós los españoles aun aceptando el estado de inferioridad relativa en que nos hallamos con respecto al de otras naciones valemos tan poco como nosotros mismos nos complacemos en pregonar estúpidamente en todas partes por qué hacernos pues esclavos de ajenas veces perniciosas influencias cuando podemos volar por nuestro esfuerzo con nuestras propias alas summary epachuko |
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12658 |
13379 |
Time Telling Through the Ages |
Harry Chase Brearley |
Technology & Engineering |
A history of timekeeping from the stone age through to American mass production, covering timepieces from the sundial and water clock through the key inventions driving advances in the accuracy of clocks and watches in both Europe and America. The book was conceived and sponsored by the Ingersoll Family as a celebration of their then 25 years of watchmaking. - Summary by Chris Cartwright |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/time-telling-through-the-ages-by-harry-chase-brearley/ |
history timekeeping stone age american mass production covering timepieces sundial water clock key inventions driving advances accuracy clocks watches europe america book conceived sponsored ingersoll family celebration 25 years watchmaking summary chris cartwright |
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12659 |
13381 |
Chronicles of America Volume 06 - The Fathers of New England |
Charles Morris |
History , Early Modern |
This sixth installment in the series, as one would expect, deals with events in the northern settlements that were taking place at the same times as those in the southern. The opening passage explains: "The Pilgrims and Puritans, whose migration to the New World marks the beginning of permanent settlement in New England, were children of the same age as the enterprising and adventurous pioneers of England in Virginia, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. It was the age in which the foundations of the British Empire were being laid in the Western Continent." - Summary by Charles M. Andrews <br><br>\n<b>Group:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/group/609">Chronicles of America Series</a> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-06-the-fathers-of-new-england-by-charles-andrews/ |
sixth installment series one would expect deals events northern settlements taking place times southern opening passage explains the pilgrims puritans whose migration new world marks beginning permanent settlement new england children age enterprising adventurous pioneers england virginia bermuda caribbean age foundations british empire laid western continent summary charles m andrews br br b group b a href https librivox org group 609 chronicles america series a |
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12660 |
13382 |
Tale of Kiddie Katydid |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Kiddie Katydid is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-kiddie-katydid-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale kiddie katydid one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
| 12679 |
12661 |
13383 |
Mary Anerley |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Romance |
It is 1801, in the wild and rugged country that is northern England. A local Squire has died but his manor, Scargate Hall, is left to two sisters, Philippa and Eliza, while the squire's son is disinherited. The family lawyer has discovered a problem with the inheritance and needs to apprise the family of the fact. Meanwhile, over a hundred miles away, Mary Anerley of Anerley Farm meets a man who is running for his life and helps him to evade capture. This man's history is a complicated one and throws up many obstacles in the path of true love with Mary. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/mary-anerley-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
1801 wild rugged country northern england local squire died manor scargate hall left two sisters philippa eliza squire s son disinherited family lawyer discovered problem inheritance needs apprise family fact meanwhile hundred miles away mary anerley anerley farm meets man running life helps evade capture man s history complicated one throws many obstacles path true love mary summary lynne thompson |
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12662 |
13384 |
Doom of London |
Fred M. White |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Here are six stories, each one describing a disaster afflicting London, that were popularly serialized during 1903-1904 in Pearson’s Magazine. The tales depict (1) a deep freeze and unprecedented snowfall; (2) a heavy, blinding, paralyzing blanket of fog; (3) a widespread killer virus; (4) a fraudulent scheme causing financial panic; (5) a minor electrical accident in a tunnel that spirals into catastrophe; and (6) most of the city’s water supply, reportedly contaminated with deadly bubonic bacillus, puts the population in great fear of plague. Is the word “doom” in the book's title accurate, or is it just hyperbole? (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-doom-of-london-by-fred-m-white/ |
six stories one describing disaster afflicting london popularly serialized 1903 1904 pearson s magazine tales depict 1 deep freeze unprecedented snowfall 2 heavy blinding paralyzing blanket fog 3 widespread killer virus 4 fraudulent scheme causing financial panic 5 minor electrical accident tunnel spirals catastrophe 6 city s water supply reportedly contaminated deadly bubonic bacillus puts population great fear plague word doom book s title accurate hyperbole lee smalley |
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12663 |
13385 |
Daisy Chain, or Aspirations |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Family |
Join the endearing May family in small-town England as each member lives through some pivotal years. How will they face the changes that shake their family to the core?\n\nTo quote the preface: "It would beg to be considered merely as what it calls itself, a Family Chronicle—a domestic record of home events, large and small, during those years of early life when the character is chiefly formed, and as an endeavour to trace the effects of those aspirations which are a part of every youthful nature."\n\nThe following cast list (including nicknames) may be helpful when first meeting the large May family. Parents: Dick and Maggie, Children: Richard (May), Margaret, Flora, Norman (June), Ethel, Harry (July), Mary, Tom (August), Blanche, Aubrey, Gertrude Margaret (Daisy)\n(Summary by HannahMary) |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/the-daisy-chain-or-aspirations-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
join endearing may family small town england member lives pivotal years face changes shake family core quote preface it would beg considered merely calls itself family chronicle a domestic record home events large small years early life character chiefly formed endeavour trace effects aspirations part every youthful nature following cast list including nicknames may helpful first meeting large may family parents dick maggie children richard may margaret flora norman june ethel harry july mary tom august blanche aubrey gertrude margaret daisy summary hannahmary |
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12664 |
13386 |
Barnaby's in America: Final sequel to The Widow Barnaby |
Frances Milton Trollope |
Published before 1800 |
I scruple not to confess that with all her faults, and she has some, I love her dearly : I owe her many mirthful moments, and the deeper pleasure still of believing that she has brought mirthful moments to others also. Honestly avowing this to be the case, can any one wonder, can any one blame me, for feeling an affectionate longing at my heart to follow her upon the expedition upon which I sent her when last we parted'?\nI will forthwith proceed to tell them all that has happened to this dear excellent lady since General Hubert and Mr. Stephenson left her in her grand drawing-room in Curzon-street, surrounded by her family and friends. \n - Summary by Frances Milton Trollope |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/the-barnabys-in-america-by-frances-milton-trollope/ |
scruple confess faults some love dearly owe many mirthful moments deeper pleasure still believing brought mirthful moments others also honestly avowing case one wonder one blame me feeling affectionate longing heart follow upon expedition upon sent last parted forthwith proceed tell happened dear excellent lady since general hubert mr stephenson left grand drawing room curzon street surrounded family friends summary frances milton trollope |
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12665 |
13387 |
Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue on Grandpa's Farm |
Laura Lee Hope |
Family |
"Bunny! Bunny Brown! Where are you?" Bunny's mother stood on the front porch, looking first in the yard, then up and down the street in front of the house. But she did not see her little boy. "Sue! Sue, dear! Where are you, and where is Bunny?"\nAgain Mrs. Brown called. This time she had an answer. "Here I am, Mother. On the side porch." A little girl, with brown eyes, came around the corner of the house. By one arm she carried a doll, and the doll was "leaking" sawdust on the porch. Mrs. Brown smiled when she saw this." Bunny, six, and his sister Sue, five, really, REALLY want to visit grandpa's farm! |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/bunny-brown-and-his-sister-sue-on-grandpas-farm-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bunny bunny brown you bunny s mother stood front porch looking first yard street front house see little boy sue sue dear you bunny mrs brown called time answer here am mother side porch little girl brown eyes came around corner house one arm carried doll doll leaking sawdust porch mrs brown smiled saw this bunny six sister sue five really really want visit grandpa s farm |
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12666 |
13388 |
Thread of Flame |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
Edward wakes up on board a ship crossing the Atlantic, on his return from the Great War – however, he finds that his memory of who he is and where he comes from is only fragmentary.\nThe book follows his fascinating journey back to health and his growing realisation about what effect the War and its aftermath has had on him and also on the people he meets - as well as his family.\n(Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-thread-of-flame-by-basil-king/ |
edward wakes board ship crossing atlantic return great war however finds memory comes fragmentary book follows fascinating journey back health growing realisation effect war aftermath also people meets well family summary simon evers |
| 12685 |
12667 |
13389 |
Short Poetry Collection 199 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 48 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for December 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-199-by-various/ |
collection 48 poems read english librivox volunteers december 2019 |
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12669 |
13391 |
Story of a Loaf of Bread |
Thomas Barlow Wood |
Crafts & Hobbies, Cooking |
According to the author in the preface, he has "ventured to write this little book with some diffidence, for it deals with farming, milling and baking, subjects on which everyone has his own opinion." The earlier chapters give a brief sketch of the growing and marketing of wheat, followed by chapters on various aspects that impact the quality of wheat, the baking process and the characteristic of the final product, bread. The author aimed at making the reader realise that the farmer’s share in the production of the staple food of the people is by no means the simple affair it appears to be. - Summary by Leni </p> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-loaf-of-bread-by-thomas-barlow-wood/ |
according author preface ventured write little book diffidence deals farming milling baking subjects everyone opinion earlier chapters give brief sketch growing marketing wheat followed chapters various aspects impact quality wheat baking process characteristic final product bread author aimed making reader realise farmer s share production staple food people means simple affair appears be summary leni p |
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12670 |
13392 |
Inquiries into Human Faculty and its Development |
Sir Francis Galton |
Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Francis Galton, credited with the discovery of identification by fingerprinting, also took a long term interest in the study of biometrics. In this book, many different faculties, both observable and measurable are discussed in length and methods of collecting data suggested. In addition, casual observations from personal memoirs, and drawing similar cases from other reputable sources are also compared. A wide variety of topics are mentioned, including differences in appearance within family members, to subtle habits and emotional responses comparing humans and animals are mentioned in a series of chapter length essays. - Summary by Leon Harvey |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/inquiries-into-human-faculty-and-its-development-by-sir-francis-galton/ |
francis galton credited discovery identification fingerprinting also took long term interest study biometrics book many different faculties observable measurable discussed length methods collecting data suggested addition casual observations personal memoirs drawing similar cases reputable sources also compared wide variety topics mentioned including differences appearance within family members subtle habits emotional responses comparing humans animals mentioned series chapter length essays summary leon harvey |
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12671 |
13393 |
Rational Theology and Christian Philosophy volume 1 |
John Tulloch |
*Non-fiction, Early Modern, Christianity - Other |
This work addresses the birth and development of a rationalist stream in the Christianity of England in the seventeenth century. In this volume, Tulloch focuses on five latitudinarian churchmen, examining their lives and thought. - Summary by Barry Ganong |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/rational-theology-and-christian-philosophy-volume-1-by-john-tulloch/ |
work addresses birth development rationalist stream christianity england seventeenth century volume tulloch focuses five latitudinarian churchmen examining lives thought summary barry ganong |
| 12689 |
12672 |
13394 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 027 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 027: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-027-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 027 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 12690 |
12673 |
13395 |
Stories by Foreign Authors - German Authors Volume 1 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of short stories, originally written in German, but here translated into English. The stories take us to Egypt and the shadow of Vesuvius, as well as the German homeland. We look into the world of books and that of music and we delve into the depths of the human heart in love and loss. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-foreign-authors-german-authors-volume-1-by-various/ |
collection short stories originally written german translated english stories take us egypt shadow vesuvius well german homeland look world books music delve depths human heart love loss summary lynne thompson |
| 12691 |
12674 |
13396 |
Contos do Norte |
João Marques de Carvalho |
Single Author Collections |
Contos do Norte é uma coleção de contos ambientados na região norte do Brasil. Seu autor, Marques de Carvalho, diz que seu livro se pretende "uma homenagem ao povo paraense". As histórias são, em geral, curtas e melancólicas, com os elementos da floresta, dos rios amazônicos e das populações ribeirinhas em destaque. (Summary by Leni) |
Portuguese |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/contos-do-norte-by-joao-marques-de-carvalho/ |
contos norte é uma coleção de contos ambientados na região norte brasil seu autor marques de carvalho diz que seu livro se pretende uma homenagem ao povo paraense histórias são em geral curtas e melancólicas com os elementos da floresta dos rios amazônicos e das populações ribeirinhas em destaque summary leni |
| 12692 |
12675 |
13397 |
Rubinstein Staccato Etude |
R. Nathaniel Dett |
Single author |
This poem, read by 16 Librivox Volunteers, describes the ups and downs and emotional frenzy of The Rubinstein Staccato Etude. The author, R. Nathaniel Dett, was a composer, organist, pianist and music professor. While born in Canada, he spent most of his professional career in the United States. During his lifetime he was a leading Black composer, known for his use of African-American folk songs and spirituals as the basis for choral and piano compositions in the 19th century Romantic style of Classical music. Right click this link (opens a new tab) to listen to the piece played on piano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2AdJ2JVpw8 \n(~ Summary by Michele Fry and Wikipedia) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-rubinstein-staccato-etude-by-r-nathaniel-dett/ |
poem read 16 librivox volunteers describes ups downs emotional frenzy rubinstein staccato etude author r nathaniel dett composer organist pianist music professor born canada spent professional career united states lifetime leading black composer known use african american folk songs spirituals basis choral piano compositions 19th century romantic style classical music right click link opens new tab listen piece played piano https www youtube com watch v d2adj2jvpw8 summary michele fry wikipedia |
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12676 |
13398 |
Austerity Of Poetry |
Matthew Arnold |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
Matthew Arnold was an English poet and cultural critic who worked as an inspector of schools. He has been characterised as a sage writer, a type of writer who chastises and instructs the reader on contemporary social issues. (Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/austerity-of-poetry-by-matthew-arnold/ |
matthew arnold english poet cultural critic worked inspector schools characterised sage writer type writer chastises instructs reader contemporary social issues wikipedia |
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12732 |
13457 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John. Book 10 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 10 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 14:21 - 16:13 - Summary by The Reader |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-10-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 10 commentary st john s gospel covers john 14 21 16 13 summary reader |
| 12695 |
12677 |
13399 |
Fairy Tales from South Africa |
Mrs. E.J. Bourhill |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The stories in this collection come from the oral traditions of the people from Swaziland, Matabeleland (Ndebele people) and Zululand in South Africa. The authors, Mrs. E. J. Bourhill and Mrs. J. B. Drake, or more properly the collectors and editors of the stories assert that: "All the stories in this book are real Fairy Tales, just as much as Jack the Giant-killer or The Sleeping Beauty. By this I mean that they are traditional, handed down by word of mouth. Nobody knows how old they are, or who told them first." The stories are full of witches and magicians and monsters, as well as heroes and princesses and good and bad rulers.\nThey have done a marvellous job of putting these stories into English but admit that there is much lost in the translation and in not being able to see the storyteller who would not only tell the story but act it out while doing so. Mrs. Bourhill and Mrs. Drake were concerned that, as the way of life and the customs of the people were slowly changing, these wonderful traditional stories might fade away. They thus decided to write them down for posterity. - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-from-south-africa-by-mrs-e-j-bourhill/ |
stories collection come oral traditions people swaziland matabeleland ndebele people zululand south africa authors mrs e j bourhill mrs j b drake properly collectors editors stories assert that all stories book real fairy tales much jack giant killer sleeping beauty mean traditional handed word mouth nobody knows old are told first stories full witches magicians monsters well heroes princesses good bad rulers done marvellous job putting stories english admit much lost translation able see storyteller would tell story act so mrs bourhill mrs drake concerned that way life customs people slowly changing wonderful traditional stories might fade away thus decided write posterity summary noel badrian |
| 12696 |
12678 |
13400 |
Short Poetry Collection 186 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 34 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for November 2018. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-186-by-various/ |
collection 34 poems read english librivox volunteers november 2018 |
| 12697 |
12679 |
13401 |
Fancies Versus Fads |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
A Collection of 31 essays from G.K. Chesterton. \n<br><br>\n“I have strung these things together on a slight enough thread; but as the things themselves are slight, it is possible that the thread (and the metaphor) may manage to hang together. These notes range over very variegated topics and in many cases were made at very different times. They concern all sorts of things from lady barristers to cave-men, and from psycho-analysis to free verse. Yet they have this amount of unity in their wandering, that they all imply that it is only a more traditional spirit that is truly able to wander.” (From the Introduction) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/fancies-versus-fads-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
collection 31 essays g k chesterton br br i strung things together slight enough thread things slight possible thread and metaphor may manage hang together notes range variegated topics many cases made different times concern sorts things lady barristers cave men psycho analysis free verse yet amount unity wandering imply traditional spirit truly able wander from introduction |
| 12698 |
12680 |
13402 |
Railway Children (version 2 Dramatic Reading) |
E. Nesbit |
Dramatic Readings, Family |
Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are suddenly yanked out of their comfortable lives and removed to live in the country with only their mother and to "play at being poor". Will they ever again be allowed to have bread with butter AND jam? Why does mother spend all day frantically writing in her room? And what has happened to their father? <br><br>The Railway Children is one of Edith Nesbit's best-loved books. It has been made into five films and a musical. The story of three children making friends with everyone around them and doing their best to do good and to be good (but not always succeeding) contains no magic, but the warmth of Nesbit's storytelling permeates the book. - Summary by Beth Thomas and Wikipedia</p>\n\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>Bobbie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10594">Hannah Mary</a><br>Peter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Phyllis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Mother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Albert Perks (the Porter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12262">axcel</a><br>Station Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Dr Forrest: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12919">GRuss</a><br>The Old Gentleman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Bill (the Engine Driver), Oldest Workman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/2911">David Lawrence</a><br>Jimmy The Hound, Jabez Inglewood, Clergyman, Workman 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8028">Tom Geller</a><br>Mrs Viney, Spot (Bill's dog), Draper's Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Mrs Ransome (the Post Office Lady), Ruth (the maid), Voice 3, Maria (Bill's Wife), The Hare (a college boy): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Cart Man, Jim the Fireman, Farmer, Workman 1, Signalman, Blacksmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Young Man, Foreman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>Mr. Szezcpansky: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8169">tovarisch</a><br>Bill the Bargee: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Mrs Perks, Workman 2, Bailiff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>Master Perks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br><br>Audio edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796?">linny</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen </a></p> |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-railway-children-version-2-dramatic-reading-by-e-nesbit/ |
roberta peter phyllis suddenly yanked comfortable lives removed live country mother play poor ever allowed bread butter jam mother spend day frantically writing room happened father br br the railway children one edith nesbit s best loved books made five films musical story three children making friends everyone around best good good but always succeeding contains magic warmth nesbit s storytelling permeates book summary beth thomas wikipedia p narrator a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br bobbie a href https librivox org reader 10594 hannah mary a br peter a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br phyllis a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br mother a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br albert perks the porter a href https librivox org reader 12262 axcel a br station master a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br dr forrest a href https librivox org reader 12919 gruss a br the old gentleman a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br bill the engine driver oldest workman a href https librivox org reader 2911 david lawrence a br jimmy hound jabez inglewood clergyman workman 3 a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br father a href https librivox org reader 8028 tom geller a br mrs viney spot bill s dog draper s boy a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mrs ransome the post office lady ruth the maid voice 3 maria bill s wife hare a college boy a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br cart man jim fireman farmer workman 1 signalman blacksmith a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br young man foreman a href https librivox org reader 12787 likemanywaters a br mr szezcpansky a href https librivox org reader 8169 tovarisch a br bill bargee a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs perks workman 2 bailiff a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br master perks a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br br audio edited by a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a p |
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12681 |
13403 |
Regenta (Tomo II) |
Leopoldo Garcia Alas |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
"La Regenta" está considerada la mejor novela española del siglo XIX y una de las más importantes novelas de la Historia de las letras en el mismo idioma tras "El Quijote" lo cual son palabras mayores. Pocas obras en castellano han generado tal cantidad de análisis y comentarios, y al mismo tiempo, han sido tan maltratadas por el poder político al habérsela considerado durante muchos años un texto de contenido impropio o inmoral. La obra aunque es extensa y en ella aparecen más de 100 personajes estupendamente retratados, está escrita de una manera ágil y sencilla, manteniendo al lector expectante, capítulo tras capítulo, describiendo el panorama de Vetusta y las circunstancias de Doña Ana Ozores, conocida como "La Regenta". Mujer bellísima pero inaccesible para sus pretendientes, estancada en un matrimonio aburrido pero de firmes convicciones virtuosas, es considerada por los vecinos como un monumento más de su ciudad. \n<br></br>\nEn este segundo tomo (Capítulos del XVI al XXX), tras tener el lector un adecuado conocimiento del ambiente y personajes el lector asistirá a una serie de avatares que trastornarán la vida de Vetusta y que intensificarán la pugna por las atenciones y el corazón de La Regenta entre el elegante seductor Don Álvaro Mesía y el astuto y elocuente canónigo Don Fermín de Pas. En el primer capítulo de este volumen Doña Ana Ozores se despierta exaltada tras un sueño placentero pero turbador que protagonizaba un hombre que no era precisamente su marido, Don Victor Quintanar... ¿Quién ocupará su mente? ¿Quién la conquistará? - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/la-regenta-tomo-ii-by-leopoldo-garcia-alas/ |
la regenta está considerada la mejor novela española del siglo xix una de las más importantes novelas de la historia de las letras en el mismo idioma tras el quijote lo cual son palabras mayores pocas obras en castellano han generado tal cantidad de análisis comentarios al mismo tiempo han sido tan maltratadas por el poder político al habérsela considerado durante muchos años un texto de contenido impropio inmoral la obra aunque es extensa en ella aparecen más de 100 personajes estupendamente retratados está escrita de una manera ágil sencilla manteniendo al lector expectante capítulo tras capítulo describiendo el panorama de vetusta las circunstancias de doña ana ozores conocida como la regenta mujer bellísima pero inaccesible para sus pretendientes estancada en un matrimonio aburrido pero de firmes convicciones virtuosas es considerada por los vecinos como un monumento más de su ciudad br br en este segundo tomo capítulos del xvi al xxx tras tener el lector un adecuado conocimiento del ambiente personajes el lector asistirá una serie de avatares que trastornarán la vida de vetusta que intensificarán la pugna por las atenciones el corazón de la regenta entre el elegante seductor álvaro mesía el astuto elocuente canónigo fermín de pas en el primer capítulo de este volumen doña ana ozores se despierta exaltada tras un sueño placentero pero turbador que protagonizaba un hombre que era precisamente su marido victor quintanar quién ocupará su mente quién la conquistará summary epachuko |
| 12700 |
12682 |
13404 |
Opening a Chestnut Burr |
Edward P. Roe |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
Walter Gregory is a gentleman whose health is broken down by the stress of Wall Street and the consequences of his fast lifestyle. Disillusioned in love and betrayed in friendship, he returns to visit his childhood home in the country. Who is this young woman Annie Walton he finds there? Can she truly be as good as she seems? He determines to test her character to the utmost. Deceitful villains, fire, death, and nautical disasters all try our hero and heroine. She has shown him the saving faith that gives life. Can he rescue her from a false fiancé who would ruin hers? (LikeManyWaters) |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/opening-a-chestnut-burr-by-edward-p-roe/ |
walter gregory gentleman whose health broken stress wall street consequences fast lifestyle disillusioned love betrayed friendship returns visit childhood home country young woman annie walton finds there truly good seems determines test character utmost deceitful villains fire death nautical disasters try hero heroine shown saving faith gives life rescue false fiancé would ruin hers likemanywaters |
| 12701 |
12690 |
13412 |
Man Who Hated Mars |
Randall Garrett |
Science Fiction |
To escape from Mars, all Clayton had to do was the impossible. Break out of a crack-proof exile camp—get onto a ship that couldn't be boarded—smash through an impenetrable wall of steel. Perhaps he could do all these things, but he discovered that Mars did evil things to men; that he wasn't even Clayton any more. He was only—The Man Who Hated Mars. Included in this recording are four more stories by Garrett: Bramblebush, Viewpoint, Time Fuze and Heist Job on Thizar. These are some of Garrett's lesser known short stories. Excitement mounts...... ( Phil Chenevert and the publisher ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-who-hated-mars-by-randall-garrett/ |
escape mars clayton impossible break crack proof exile camp get onto ship boarded smash impenetrable wall steel perhaps could things discovered mars evil things men even clayton more only the man hated mars included recording four stories garrett bramblebush viewpoint time fuze heist job thizar garrett s lesser known short stories excitement mounts phil chenevert publisher |
| 12702 |
12683 |
13405 |
Lost Kafoozalum |
Pauline Ashwell |
Science Fiction |
"Lizzie" Lee and her best friend "B" have just finished their finals in Cultural Engineering at Russett College and are enjoying a well-earned break on a Pacific Island when they are kidnapped by their professor and dragged half-way across the galaxy in an attempt to avert a nuclear war on the backwater planet, Incognita. Accompanied by some of their classmates; their professor and two strangers, they have just days to come up with and implement a solution to avoid millions of deaths. One of the beautiful things about a delusion is that no matter how mad someone gets at it ... he can't do it any harm. Therefore a delusion can be a fine thing for prodding angry belligerents.... ( Nigel Fisher) |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-lost-kafoozalum-by-pauline-ashwell/ |
lizzie lee best friend b finished finals cultural engineering russett college enjoying well earned break pacific island kidnapped professor dragged half way across galaxy attempt avert nuclear war backwater planet incognita accompanied classmates professor two strangers days come implement solution avoid millions deaths one beautiful things delusion matter mad someone gets can t harm therefore delusion fine thing prodding angry belligerents nigel fisher |
| 12703 |
12684 |
13406 |
Studies in Love and in Terror |
Marie Belloc Lowndes |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of five stories by Marie Belloc Lowndes. The stories are neither love stories nor ghost and horror stories but they each combine elements of both. In this way, they can be enjoyed by a large variety of readers and listeners. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/studies-in-love-and-in-terror-by-marie-belloc-lowndes/ |
collection five stories marie belloc lowndes stories neither love stories ghost horror stories combine elements both way enjoyed large variety readers listeners summary carolin |
| 12704 |
12685 |
13407 |
Phantom Death and Other Stories |
William Clark Russell |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This is a book of remarkable nautical ghost and horror stories written by William Clark Russell in 1893. The stories are for the most part set on ships and bring the reader on board for ghostly nights, wonderful sights, and strange occurrences. (Summary by Carolin) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-phantom-death-and-other-stories-by-william-clark-russell/ |
book remarkable nautical ghost horror stories written william clark russell 1893 stories part set ships bring reader board ghostly nights wonderful sights strange occurrences summary carolin |
| 12705 |
12686 |
13408 |
Rose-colored World, and Other Fantasies |
Ethel Mary Brodie |
Romance |
Love stories make perfect short stories. This collection contains 16 different short stories on the different ways a love affair can play out. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-rose-colored-world-and-other-fantasies-by-ethel-mary-brodie/ |
love stories make perfect short stories collection contains 16 different short stories different ways love affair play out summary carolin |
| 12706 |
12687 |
13409 |
Πολιτεια του Πλατωνα (τομος πρωτος) |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
\nΗ θεμελιώδης βάσις της Πολιτείας του Πλάτωνος είναι η τελεία\nσυνταύτισις της ευτυχίας και της δικαιοσύνης· το περιεχόμενον\nδηλαδή του πολυθρυλήτου αυτού έργου είναι καθαρώς ηθικόν, και\nμολαταύτα εκ των δύο τίτλων, που μας διέσωσεν η αρχαιοτάτη\nπαράδοσις: Πολιτεία ή περί δικαίου, επεκράτησεν ο πρώτος, δια\nτου οποίου εξαίρεται αποκλειστικώτερον το πολιτικόν και\nκοινωνικόν περιεχόμενον του διαλόγου.\n\nΟ Πλάτων λοιπόν αναλαμβάνει κυρίως την έρευναν περί της φύσεως\nτου δικαίου και του αδίκου, δια να καταδείξη συγχρόνως την\nηθικήν ανάγκην τόσον του κράτους όσον και του ατόμου να\nκανονίζουν πάσαν αυτών την διαγωγήν επί της δικαιοσύνης, η\nοποία κατά τον τελευταίον αυτής λόγον είναι αυτή η Ιδέα του\nαγαθού, η πηγή της τελείας ευδαιμονίας διά τα άτομα και τας\nκοινωνίας, ο θεός τον Πλάτωνος. - Summary by Γρυπαρη Ιωαννη, introduction of book. |
Greek |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/politia-1-by-plato/ |
η θεμελιώδης βάσις της πολιτείας του πλάτωνος είναι η τελεία συνταύτισις της ευτυχίας και της δικαιοσύνης το περιεχόμενον δηλαδή του πολυθρυλήτου αυτού έργου είναι καθαρώς ηθικόν και μολαταύτα εκ των δύο τίτλων που μας διέσωσεν η αρχαιοτάτη παράδοσις πολιτεία ή περί δικαίου επεκράτησεν ο πρώτος δια του οποίου εξαίρεται αποκλειστικώτερον το πολιτικόν και κοινωνικόν περιεχόμενον του διαλόγου ο πλάτων λοιπόν αναλαμβάνει κυρίως την έρευναν περί της φύσεως του δικαίου και του αδίκου δια να καταδείξη συγχρόνως την ηθικήν ανάγκην τόσον του κράτους όσον και του ατόμου να κανονίζουν πάσαν αυτών την διαγωγήν επί της δικαιοσύνης η οποία κατά τον τελευταίον αυτής λόγον είναι αυτή η ιδέα του αγαθού η πηγή της τελείας ευδαιμονίας διά τα άτομα και τας κοινωνίας ο θεός τον πλάτωνος summary γρυπαρη ιωαννη introduction book |
| 12707 |
12688 |
13410 |
聖經 (和合本) 新約全書 – 約翰福音 (John) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
現在稱為《和合本》的聖經,初稱《官話和合本》,用了清朝的慣用稱呼「官話」,至清末民國時期「官話」逐漸改稱「國語」,故此改名《國語和合本。因著《國語和合本》大為流行,成為教會唯一在用的和合譯本,現今簡稱為《和合本》。\n上海在華傳教士大會中決議,翻譯用的原文底本是英國出版的《修訂版聖經》(Revised Version) 所用的原文底本。Revised Version (1885)又稱《英國修訂本》(English Revised Version),其新約希臘文底本,是當時最新的 Westcott and Hort (1881)。不過,據尤思德博士的研究,《和合本》的譯者在參考Westcott and Hort (1881)之餘,有時卻用回古老的《公認經文》(Textus Receptus) ,即1611年出版的《英王詹姆斯譯本》(King James Version) 的底本。 <br /><br />The Chinese Union Version (CUV) (Chinese: 和合本; pinyin: héhéběn; Wade–Giles: ho2-ho2-pen3; literally: "harmonized/united version") is the predominant translation of the Bible into Chinese used by Chinese Protestants, first published in 1919. The text is now available online. The CUV was translated by a panel with members from many different Protestant denominations, using the English Revised Version as a basis and original manuscripts for crosschecking. Work on the CUV began in 1890 and originally, three versions of the CUV were planned—two classical Chinese versions and a vernacular Mandarin Chinese version. The CUV was completed in 1919, with one amalgamated classical Chinese translation and one vernacular Mandarin translation. With the onset of May Fourth Movement, and the associated New Culture Movement, the CUV is the second translated work to be published in Vernacular Mandarin Chinese, after the first vernacular Chinese Bible, the Peking Committee Bible.\nThe CUV in use today is the vernacular Mandarin Chinese version, published in two slightly different editions—the Shen Edition (神版) and the Shangti Edition (上帝版)--differing in the way the word “God” is translated. |
Chinese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-gospel-of-john-chinese-union-version/ |
現在稱為 和合本 的聖經 初稱 官話和合本 用了清朝的慣用稱呼 官話 至清末民國時期 官話 逐漸改稱 國語 故此改名 國語和合本 因著 國語和合本 大為流行 成為教會唯一在用的和合譯本 現今簡稱為 和合本 上海在華傳教士大會中決議 翻譯用的原文底本是英國出版的 修訂版聖經 revised version 所用的原文底本 revised version 1885 又稱 英國修訂本 english revised version 其新約希臘文底本 是當時最新的 westcott hort 1881 不過 據尤思德博士的研究 和合本 的譯者在參考westcott hort 1881 之餘 有時卻用回古老的 公認經文 textus receptus 即1611年出版的 英王詹姆斯譯本 king james version 的底本 br br the chinese union version cuv chinese 和合本 pinyin héhéběn wade giles ho2 ho2 pen3 literally harmonized united version predominant translation bible chinese used chinese protestants first published 1919 text available online cuv translated panel members many different protestant denominations using english revised version basis original manuscripts crosschecking work cuv began 1890 originally three versions cuv planned two classical chinese versions vernacular mandarin chinese version cuv completed 1919 one amalgamated classical chinese translation one vernacular mandarin translation onset may fourth movement associated new culture movement cuv second translated work published vernacular mandarin chinese first vernacular chinese bible peking committee bible cuv use today vernacular mandarin chinese version published two slightly different editions the shen edition 神版 shangti edition 上帝版 differing way word god translated |
| 12708 |
12689 |
13411 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1861 - 1868) |
Andrew Johnson |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. - Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1861-1868-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses abraham lincoln andrew johnson summary wikipedia linette geisel |
| 12709 |
12713 |
13436 |
Mermaid's Message and Other Stories |
Various |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of fairy tales and fables compiled in 1919. The stories contain original but old-fashioned tales which modern children and grown-ups will enjoy. Summary by Carolin |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-mermaids-message-by-various/ |
collection fairy tales fables compiled 1919 stories contain original old fashioned tales modern children grown ups enjoy summary carolin |
| 12710 |
12691 |
13413 |
Travel Stories Retold From St. Nicholas |
Various |
Children's Non-fiction, Exploration |
St. Nicholas was a popular magazine aimed at young folks in the late nineteenth – early twentieth century. Its articles were usually well-written and often by authors who became famous later on. This collection of articles published in 1920, aimed at the youth market, can be easily enjoyed by adults as well. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/travel-stories-retold-from-st-nicholas-by-various/ |
st nicholas popular magazine aimed young folks late nineteenth early twentieth century articles usually well written often authors became famous later on collection articles published 1920 aimed youth market easily enjoyed adults well summary david wales |
| 12711 |
12692 |
13414 |
Driven Back To Eden |
Edward P. Roe |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
Frustrated with life in the tenements generally and the negative influences on his children specifically, a father decides to move his family to the country, where they live off the land and breathe fresh air. - Summary by David Gore |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/driven-back-to-eden-by-edward-p-roe/ |
frustrated life tenements generally negative influences children specifically father decides move family country live land breathe fresh air summary david gore |
| 12712 |
12693 |
13415 |
Enemies of Books |
William Blades |
Writing & Linguistics |
The author, an avid book collector, calls for the better protection of books against the "enemies" which lead to their physical destruction. In a series of brief chapters, he details the losses caused by raging fire, floods of water, noxious gases, sheer neglect, ignorant bigotry, invasions of bookworms and other vermin, inept bookbinders, clueless book collectors, clumsy servants, and mishandling by children. |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/enemies-of-books-by-william-blades/ |
author avid book collector calls better protection books enemies lead physical destruction series brief chapters details losses caused raging fire floods water noxious gases sheer neglect ignorant bigotry invasions bookworms vermin inept bookbinders clueless book collectors clumsy servants mishandling children |
| 12713 |
12694 |
13416 |
Cuentos Rusos |
José Carlos Bruna Santiesteban |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short Stories |
El presente libro cuenta con 17 breves cuentos rusos tradicionales cada uno de los cuales nos trae una lección de vida similar a las que se contienen en las fábulas de Esopo. |
Spanish |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-rusos-by-jose-carlos-bruna-santiesteban/ |
el presente libro cuenta con 17 breves cuentos rusos tradicionales cada uno de los cuales nos trae una lección de vida similar las que se contienen en las fábulas de esopo |
| 12714 |
12695 |
13417 |
Goddess of Atvatabar |
William Richard Bradshaw |
Science Fiction |
An accident during a polar expedition leads the crew of the Polar King to the discovery of an entire world within the earth. Within the interior realm lies a vast ocean with continents and civilisations unknown to the outside world. The societies within possess new technologies and magics unknown to the outside world and these are lovingly described in great detail by the author. The crew proceed to explore and in true Victorian fashion then conquer the new world. An extraordinary feat of imagination and inventiveness by this obscure author. - Summary by Nigel Fisher |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-goddess-of-atvatabar-by-william-richard-bradshaw/ |
accident polar expedition leads crew polar king discovery entire world within earth within interior realm lies vast ocean continents civilisations unknown outside world societies within possess new technologies magics unknown outside world lovingly described great detail author crew proceed explore true victorian fashion conquer new world extraordinary feat imagination inventiveness obscure author summary nigel fisher |
| 12715 |
12696 |
13418 |
Short stories (Early works 1837-1852) |
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell |
Short Stories |
A collection of Elizabeth Gaskell's early short stories. Following the publication of Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell published many of her short works for Charles Dickens's Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier works were published in a variety of venues including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (Sketches among the Poor), William Howitt's Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), Howitt’s Journal of Literature and Popular Progress (Libbie Marsh, The Sexton's Hero, Christmas Storms and Sunshine), the Sunday School Penny Magazine (Hand and Heart, Bessy’s Troubles at Home), Sartain’s Union Magazine (The Last Generation in England, Martha Preston) and the Ladies Companion and Monthly Magazine (Mrs. Harrison's Confessions). Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1837 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-elizabeth-cleghorn-gaskell/ |
collection elizabeth gaskell s early short stories following publication mary barton 1848 gaskell published many short works charles dickens s household words magazine 1850 1858 earlier works published variety venues including blackwood s edinburgh magazine sketches among poor william howitt s visits remarkable places clopton hall howitt s journal literature popular progress libbie marsh sexton s hero christmas storms sunshine sunday school penny magazine hand heart bessy s troubles home sartain s union magazine the last generation england martha preston ladies companion monthly magazine mrs harrison s confessions summary phil benson |
| 12716 |
12697 |
13419 |
Stories of the Scottish Border |
William Platt |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction, Poetry |
Nothing seems to be known about Mr and Mrs William Platt, the writers of Stories of the Scottish Border. What they produced is an eccentric guidebook and history, seen partly through the ballads of the region. The book recounts the military stratagems, treachery and courage of those who struggled for control of the Border lands and of the whole country, and tells of the triumphs or tragic fate of those who took part on both sides. It also tells us stories of the Border Reivers, raiders who lived by riding out and stealing their neighbours’ livestock. Their lives were governed for several hundred years by a form of rough justice, and they showed an even rougher wit. While their adventures, though cloaked by the writers in romance and chivalry, were often petty and bloodthirsty, the ballads which distill their experience are, at their best, haunting and intensely moving. The Borders and Northumberland have changed little in aspect over the centuries, and I suggest following the book with a map and images of the places described, to give some idea of the wild remoteness and imaginative power of this Border land. - Summary by Jhiu |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-scottish-border-by-william-platt/ |
nothing seems known mr mrs william platt writers stories scottish border produced eccentric guidebook history seen partly ballads region book recounts military stratagems treachery courage struggled control border lands whole country tells triumphs tragic fate took part sides also tells us stories border reivers raiders lived riding stealing neighbours livestock lives governed several hundred years form rough justice showed even rougher wit adventures though cloaked writers romance chivalry often petty bloodthirsty ballads distill experience are best haunting intensely moving borders northumberland changed little aspect centuries suggest following book map images places described give idea wild remoteness imaginative power border land summary jhiu |
| 12717 |
12698 |
13420 |
Birds and Nature, Vol. XII, No 5, December 1902 |
Various |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Nature |
"Birds and Nature" was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds, animals and other natural subjects with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/birds-and-nature-vol-xii-no-5-december-1902-by-various/ |
birds nature monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds animals natural subjects accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature summary j m smallheer |
| 12718 |
12699 |
13421 |
Hints to Pilgrims |
Charles S. Brooks |
Humorous Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
In this collection of 17 short essays, Charles S. Brooks (1878-1934), with the usual panache and wit, which he also displays in his comedies, describes funny incidents that can happen to people on holidays or in everyday life. <br>\nHis two "frightful" comedies, "Wappin' Wharf" and "At the Sign of the Greedy Pig", are already in our catalogue as full-cast stage plays. (Summary by Sonia) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/hints-to-pilgrims-by-charles-s-brooks/ |
collection 17 short essays charles s brooks 1878 1934 usual panache wit also displays comedies describes funny incidents happen people holidays everyday life br two frightful comedies wappin wharf at sign greedy pig already catalogue full cast stage plays summary sonia |
| 12719 |
12700 |
13422 |
Cave In the Mountain |
Edward S. Ellis |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Edward Sylvester Ellis was a major American author during the era of inexpensive fiction of the nineteenth century (dime novels). Because he wrote under dozens of pseudonyms, as well as under his own name, it is virtually impossible to know exactly how many books he wrote, but it is believed to be in the hundreds. He specialized in boys' stories, inspirational biography, and history for both children and adults. (From FictionDB.com)\nThis is a western, set in the Pecos River valley in the late 19th century, post Civil War era. This is the sequel to "In the Pecos Country", and the second half of the same story, begun in that book.\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-cave-in-the-mountain-by-edward-s-ellis/ |
edward sylvester ellis major american author era inexpensive fiction nineteenth century dime novels wrote dozens pseudonyms well name virtually impossible know exactly many books wrote believed hundreds specialized boys stories inspirational biography history children adults from fictiondb com western set pecos river valley late 19th century post civil war era sequel in pecos country second half story begun book |
| 12720 |
12701 |
13423 |
Mowgli: All of the Mowgli Stories from the Jungle Books |
Rudyard Kipling |
Animals & Nature |
In the Jungle Books, Kipling tells 9 wonderful and exciting tales about Mowgli, the human baby raised by a pack of wolves in the jungles of India. His exploits and adventures are many and varied especially his dealing with the other animals such as his wolf mother and father and brother wolves, Baloo the wise bear who teaches him the Law of the Jungle, and in his life long battle with Shere-Kahn, the lame human killing tiger. I have enjoyed these stories so much that I decided to take all 9 of them that are scattered throughout the first and second Jungle Books, as well as a few of his songs, and to put them into a chronological order from when he was a baby in the wolf den (Mowli's Brothers) to his teen age years when he hears the irresistable call of civilization and being with his own kind (Spring Running). . - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mowgli-all-of-the-mowgli-stories-from-the-jungle-books-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
jungle books kipling tells 9 wonderful exciting tales mowgli human baby raised pack wolves jungles india exploits adventures many varied especially dealing animals wolf mother father brother wolves baloo wise bear teaches law jungle life long battle shere kahn lame human killing tiger enjoyed stories much decided take 9 scattered throughout first second jungle books well songs put chronological order baby wolf den mowli s brothers teen age years hears irresistable call civilization kind spring running summary phil chenevert |
| 12721 |
12702 |
13424 |
Poems of Madison Cawein Vol 5 |
Madison Cawein |
Single author |
This is Volume 5: Poems of Meditation and of Forest and Field of the collected works of Madison Julius Cawein, an American poet from Kentucky. It begins with the long poem Intimations of the Beautiful and falls into three sections: Poems of Meditation, Poems of Forest and Field, and Footpaths. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-madison-cawein-vol-5-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume 5 poems meditation forest field collected works madison julius cawein american poet kentucky begins long poem intimations beautiful falls three sections poems meditation poems forest field footpaths summary larry wilson |
| 12722 |
12703 |
13425 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 075 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of Carolyn Wells, Egerton Castle, Lucy Maud Montgomery and Stephen Leacock and others to bring you tales of mystery, poignant romance, the quirky and the amusing. So sit back and enjoy the 75th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-075-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve works carolyn wells egerton castle lucy maud montgomery stephen leacock others bring tales mystery poignant romance quirky amusing sit back enjoy 75th librivox short story collection |
| 12723 |
12704 |
13427 |
Adventures of an Ugly Girl |
Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
“Come, Dora! I shall never be ready, if you don’t make haste. They will be here in ten minutes, and my hair is not half so nice as it ought to be, thanks to your carelessness.”\n“You are very good to ignore my own claims to attention so utterly. I have been helping you this half-hour and have barely time enough left to change my frock. To make my own hair presentable is impossible now.”\n“Why, what does it matter how your hair is dressed, or what sort of a gown you put on? You may just as well spare your pains, for unfortunately nothing that you can do seems to mitigate your ugliness. I’m sure I cannot think where you get it. You are—”\nBut, somehow, I did not feel inclined to wait for the end of Belle’s encouraging lecture. Perhaps it was because I was so often treated to my beautiful elder sister’s homilies that they had lost the spark of novelty and had acquired a chestnuty flavor. Perhaps I failed to recognize any generosity in her persistent efforts to nip such latent buds of vanity as from time to time tried to thrust their poor little heads above the chill crust of ridicule and contumely. Perhaps I was really as bad-tempered as I was said to be. Anyhow, my behavior could not claim to be either quiet or elegant as I stormily quitted Belle’s room, slamming the door behind me with such violence as to elicit from my more well-bred sister a little shriek of affected dismay. So far from feeling sorry that I had given Belle’s nerves a shock, I wished viciously that her fingers had been jammed in the doorway, or that something equally disastrous had occurred to take off the edge of her conceit and self-satisfaction." To be the homely sister is a torture to Dorrie, but she must make the best of it as she watches the beautiful Belle receive all the attention and adulation... but what choices will Belle make and what effect will they have on her life? And will Dorrie achieve the happiness even an ugly girl deserves? - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-an-ugly-girl-by-elizabeth-burgoyne-corbett/ |
come dora shall never ready don t make haste ten minutes hair half nice ought be thanks carelessness you good ignore claims attention utterly helping half hour barely time enough left change frock make hair presentable impossible now why matter hair dressed sort gown put on may well spare pains unfortunately nothing seems mitigate ugliness i m sure cannot think get it are but somehow feel inclined wait end belle s encouraging lecture perhaps often treated beautiful elder sister s homilies lost spark novelty acquired chestnuty flavor perhaps failed recognize generosity persistent efforts nip latent buds vanity time time tried thrust poor little heads chill crust ridicule contumely perhaps really bad tempered said be anyhow behavior could claim either quiet elegant stormily quitted belle s room slamming door behind violence elicit well bred sister little shriek affected dismay far feeling sorry given belle s nerves shock wished viciously fingers jammed doorway something equally disastrous occurred take edge conceit self satisfaction homely sister torture dorrie must make best watches beautiful belle receive attention adulation choices belle make effect life dorrie achieve happiness even ugly girl deserves summary lynne thompson |
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12705 |
13428 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 021 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English). All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers.\n<br><br>\n1. French - Le général Jackson, président des Etats-Unis keywords: histoire des USA <br>\n2. French - Jour des âmes keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n3. French - L'avent keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n4. French - La Nativité de notre seigneur Jésus Christ keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n5. French - Regret keywords: poetry <br>\n6. French - Saint Jean apôtre et évangéliste keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n7. French - Sainte Marie Madeleine keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n8. French - Saint Nicolas keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n9. French - Toussaint keywords: religion catholique, saints, légendes, histoire <br>\n10. German - Gefährliches Spiel keywords: short story <br>\n11. Latin - Ecloga I keywords: poetry <br>\n12. Luxembourgish - E schlèchte Witz keywords: poem, satire, joke <br>\n13. Polish - Rękopis znaleziony w butli keywords: morze, statek, groza, opowiadanie <br>\n14. Polish - Ta co nie zginęła keywords: wiersz; I Wojna Światowa; Polska; walka; patriotyzm <br>\n15. Polish - Władca czasu keywords: czas; opowiadanie; fantastyka; eksperyment <br>\n16. Romanian - Goana keywords: poetry <br>\n17. Romanian - Intoarcerea keywords: poetry <br>\n18. Spanish - Canción del pirata keywords: Poesía, romanticismo, pirata <br>\n19. Spanish - El canto del cosaco keywords: Poesía, romanticismo, cosaco <br>\n20. Spanish - Pan y toros keywords: Ilustración, discurso, siglo XIX // Enlightenment, speech, XIX century <br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-021-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english chosen recorded librivox volunteers br br 1 french le général jackson président des etats unis keywords histoire des usa br 2 french jour des âmes keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 3 french l avent keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 4 french la nativité de notre seigneur jésus christ keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 5 french regret keywords poetry br 6 french saint jean apôtre et évangéliste keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 7 french sainte marie madeleine keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 8 french saint nicolas keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 9 french toussaint keywords religion catholique saints légendes histoire br 10 german gefährliches spiel keywords short story br 11 latin ecloga keywords poetry br 12 luxembourgish e schlèchte witz keywords poem satire joke br 13 polish rękopis znaleziony w butli keywords morze statek groza opowiadanie br 14 polish ta co nie zginęła keywords wiersz wojna światowa polska walka patriotyzm br 15 polish władca czasu keywords czas opowiadanie fantastyka eksperyment br 16 romanian goana keywords poetry br 17 romanian intoarcerea keywords poetry br 18 spanish canción del pirata keywords poesía romanticismo pirata br 19 spanish el canto del cosaco keywords poesía romanticismo cosaco br 20 spanish pan toros keywords ilustración discurso siglo xix enlightenment speech xix century br |
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12706 |
13429 |
Lives Of The Most Remarkable Criminals Who have been Condemned and Executed for Murder, the Highway, Housebreaking, Street Robberies, Coining or other offences |
Arthur L. Hayward |
True Crime |
"If there be a haunted spot in London it must surely be a few square\nyards that lie a little west of the Marble Arch, for in the long course\nof some six centuries over fifty thousand felons, traitors and martyrs\ntook there a last farewell of a world they were too bad or too good to\nlive in. From remote antiquity, when the seditious were taken _ad furcas\nTyburnam_, until that November day in 1783 when John Austin closed the\nlong list, the gallows were kept ever busy, and during the first half of\nthe eighteenth century, with which this book deals, every Newgate\nsessions sent thither its thieves, highwaymen and coiners by the score." We have a strange fascination with crime and criminals; and with their punishment... just or otherwise. Here, we have a collection of papers regarding the most infamous criminals of the early eighteenth century selected from the original and authentic memoirs originally published in 1735. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-remarkable-criminals-who-have-been-condemned-and-executed-for-murder-the-highway-housebreaking-street-robberies-coining-or-other-offences-by-arthur-l-hayward/ |
if haunted spot london must surely square yards lie little west marble arch long course six centuries fifty thousand felons traitors martyrs took last farewell world bad good live in remote antiquity seditious taken _ad furcas tyburnam_ november day 1783 john austin closed long list gallows kept ever busy first half eighteenth century book deals every newgate sessions sent thither thieves highwaymen coiners score strange fascination crime criminals punishment otherwise here collection papers regarding infamous criminals early eighteenth century selected original authentic memoirs originally published 1735 summary lynne thompson |
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12707 |
13430 |
Child of Storm |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Child of Storm is a 1913 novel by H. Rider Haggard featuring Allan Quatermain. The plot is set in 1854-56 and concerns Quatermain hunting in Zululand and getting involved with Mameema, a beautiful African girl who causes great turmoil in the Zulu kingdom. \nThe novel is the second in a trilogy by Haggard involving the collapse of the Zulu kingdom and featuring the dwarf Zikali. The first book is Marie, and the third, Finished. \nThe story takes place against the real life struggle between Cetshwayo and Umbelazi, the two sons of the Zulu king Mpande (called "Panda" in the novel). The events culminate in the Battle of Ndondakusuka (here called the "Battle of the Tugela") in 1856. Real life people such as Panda, Cetshwayo, and John Robert Dunn appear as characters. - Summary by wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/child-of-storm-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
child storm 1913 novel h rider haggard featuring allan quatermain plot set 1854 56 concerns quatermain hunting zululand getting involved mameema beautiful african girl causes great turmoil zulu kingdom novel second trilogy haggard involving collapse zulu kingdom featuring dwarf zikali first book marie third finished story takes place real life struggle cetshwayo umbelazi two sons zulu king mpande called panda novel events culminate battle ndondakusuka here called battle tugela 1856 real life people panda cetshwayo john robert dunn appear characters summary wikipedia |
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12708 |
13431 |
Story of a Plush Bear |
Laura Lee Hope |
Family |
<br />Tenth in a series of 12 Make Believe Stories, this charming tale of a Christmas toy bear and its adventures is an old fashioned delight. \n - Summary by Nan Dodge<br /><br /> |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-plush-bear-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
br tenth series 12 make believe stories charming tale christmas toy bear adventures old fashioned delight summary nan dodge br br |
| 12728 |
12709 |
13432 |
Adventures of Tom Sawyer (version 3) |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction, Literary Fiction |
An adventure story for children, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a fun-filled book that shows life along the Mississippi River in the 1840s. Written by Mark Twain, the book shows masterfully-done satire, racism, childhood, and the importance of loyalty and courage- no matter the cost. - Summary by JayKitty76.\n A note to parents: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is considered a children's classic, but contains racial slurs which, although "acceptable" in the time and place of the story's setting, will likely offend modern listeners |
English |
2006 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-version-3-by-mark-twain/ |
adventure story children adventures tom sawyer fun filled book shows life along mississippi river 1840s written mark twain book shows masterfully done satire racism childhood importance loyalty courage matter cost summary jaykitty76 note parents adventures tom sawyer considered children s classic contains racial slurs which although acceptable time place story s setting likely offend modern listeners |
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12710 |
13433 |
Travels in New Zealand with contributions to the geography, geology, botany, and natural history of that country, Vol. I |
Ernst Dieffenbach |
Nature, Travel & Geography, Exploration |
“Let the reader imagine a deep lake of a blue colour, surrounded by verdant hills; in the lake several islets, some showing the bare rock, others covered with shrubs, while on all of them steam issued from a hundred openings between the green foliage without impairing its freshness: on the opposite side a flight of broad steps of the colour of white marble with a rosy tint, and a cascade of boiling water falling over them into the lake!”\n\nSuch is Ernest Dieffenbach’s description of his first glance of the White Terraces in Lake Rotomahana, see cover image.\n\nJohann Karl Ernst Dieffenbach (aka Ernest) traveled to New Zealand between 1839 and 1841 employed by the New Zealand Company as naturalist. He traveled in the Marlborough Sounds at the top of the South Island and extensively throughout the North Island at an early time in European settlement. In Volume I of “Travels in New Zealand” he describes his travels, integrating his observations of the natural world with the progress of colonisation, and a humane account of the Māori people that he met and their culture, settlements and inter-tribal politics. He made an important contribution to the early knowledge of the New Zealand flora and fauna, with his collections eventually being lodged in the British Museum and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.\n\nNote: Māori words have been pronounced as spelled in the text, which is occasionally different to modern spelling and pronunciation.\n(summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/travels-in-new-zealand-by-ernst-dieffenbach/ |
let reader imagine deep lake blue colour surrounded verdant hills lake several islets showing bare rock others covered shrubs steam issued hundred openings green foliage without impairing freshness opposite side flight broad steps colour white marble rosy tint cascade boiling water falling lake ernest dieffenbach s description first glance white terraces lake rotomahana see cover image johann karl ernst dieffenbach aka ernest traveled new zealand 1839 1841 employed new zealand company naturalist traveled marlborough sounds top south island extensively throughout north island early time european settlement volume travels new zealand describes travels integrating observations natural world progress colonisation humane account māori people met culture settlements inter tribal politics made important contribution early knowledge new zealand flora fauna collections eventually lodged british museum royal botanic gardens kew note māori words pronounced spelled text occasionally different modern spelling pronunciation summary gail timmerman vaughan |
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12711 |
13434 |
Prince Henry the Navigator, the Hero of Portugal and of Modern Discovery |
Charles Raymond Beazley |
Biography & Autobiography |
Prince Henry was a significant explorer and adventurer in a period of enlightenment and expansion of European trade and knowledge of the world beyond its borders. He is considered a prime instigator of what has become known as The Age of Discovery and was responsible for the early development of Portuguese exploration and maritime trade with other continents through the systematic exploration of Western Africa, the islands of the Atlantic Ocean, and the search for new routes. |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/prince-henry-the-navigator-the-hero-of-portugal-and-of-modern-discovery-by-charles-raymond-beazley/ |
prince henry significant explorer adventurer period enlightenment expansion european trade knowledge world beyond borders considered prime instigator become known age discovery responsible early development portuguese exploration maritime trade continents systematic exploration western africa islands atlantic ocean search new routes |
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12712 |
13435 |
Tudor and Stuart Love Songs |
John Potter Briscoe |
Poetry |
The spirit of reform which was developed during the early part of the sixteenth century brought about a desire on the part of young men of means to travel on the continent of Europe. This was for the purpose of making themselves acquainted with the politics, social life, literature, art, science, and commerce of the various nations of the same, especially of France, Spain, and Italy. These young Englishmen on their return introduced into the society in which they mixed not only the politenesses of these countries, but the wit of Italy, and the character of the poetry which was then in vogue in Southern Europe. Among these travellers during the reign of Henry the Eighth were Sir Thomas Wyatt and the Earl of Surrey. These courtiers possessed the poetical faculty, and therefore paid special attention to literary form. As a result they introduced the Sonnet of the Petrarchan type into England. The amorous verse of the inhabitants of these sunny climes took hold of the young Englishmen. Many men of rank and education, who did not regard themselves as of the world of letters, penned pleasant verse, much of it being of an amatory character based upon that of the Italians. During the reign of "Good Queen Bess" England was full of song. Of the writers of love verses William Watson occupied a very high, probably the highest, position during the time of Elizabeth. A glance at the Table of Contents of this volume will show that some of the best poets who were born between the years 1503 and 1679 have handed down to us poetical contributions of this character. - Summary by J.P. Briscoe |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tudor-and-stuart-love-songs-by-john-potter-briscoe/ |
spirit reform developed early part sixteenth century brought desire part young men means travel continent europe purpose making acquainted politics social life literature art science commerce various nations same especially france spain italy young englishmen return introduced society mixed politenesses countries wit italy character poetry vogue southern europe among travellers reign henry eighth sir thomas wyatt earl surrey courtiers possessed poetical faculty therefore paid special attention literary form result introduced sonnet petrarchan type england amorous verse inhabitants sunny climes took hold young englishmen many men rank education regard world letters penned pleasant verse much amatory character based upon italians reign good queen bess england full song writers love verses william watson occupied high probably highest position time elizabeth glance table contents volume show best poets born years 1503 1679 handed us poetical contributions character summary j p briscoe |
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12718 |
13441 |
Romancero selecto del Cid |
Anonymous |
Single author, Epics |
El Romancero selecto del Cid trata la historia de un noble caballero que enfrenta diversas batallas en nombre de su Señor Rey Alfonso, esta obra nos cuenta además, diversas circunstancias que tuvo que afrontar el gran Ruy Diaz de Vivar tales como la afrenta a los Condes de Carrión y la traición que le hicieron a sus hijas. Una novela de caballería clásica, imperdible para los amantes de este tipo de historias que demuestran la lealtad de los caballeros en la edad media, y sobre todo se resalta el gran valor y coraje del personaje principal, ganador de diversas batallas, así como su intachable conducta de ser honroso y justo. (Resumen por KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/romancero-selecto-del-cid-by-anonymous/ |
el romancero selecto del cid trata la historia de un noble caballero que enfrenta diversas batallas en nombre de su señor rey alfonso esta obra nos cuenta además diversas circunstancias que tuvo que afrontar el gran ruy diaz de vivar tales como la afrenta los condes de carrión la traición que le hicieron sus hijas una novela de caballería clásica imperdible para los amantes de este tipo de historias que demuestran la lealtad de los caballeros en la edad media sobre todo se resalta el gran valor coraje del personaje principal ganador de diversas batallas así como su intachable conducta de ser honroso justo resumen por kendalrigans |
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12719 |
13442 |
Human Boy And The War |
Eden Phillpotts |
Single Author Collections |
Published in 1916, this is the third collection of thirteen humorous short stories about English school boys in a boarding school in the fictitious village Merivale. This book, of course, has World War I as a backdrop. Each story is told in the voice of a different boy at the school. The author wrote two other books in this series: The Human Boy (1900) and The Human Boy Again (1908). Eden Phillpotts was popular with the reading public and wrote prolifically novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and nonfiction. (David Wales) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-human-boy-and-the-war-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
published 1916 third collection thirteen humorous short stories english school boys boarding school fictitious village merivale book course world war backdrop story told voice different boy school author wrote two books series human boy 1900 human boy 1908 eden phillpotts popular reading public wrote prolifically novels short stories poetry plays nonfiction david wales |
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12720 |
13443 |
Gondoliers |
W. S. Gilbert |
Comedy |
In typical Gilbert and Sullivan "Topsy Turvy" style, the King of Barataria has gone missing! He was stolen as a baby and raised in secrecy as one of two gondoliers (nobody knows which) and his wife would like very much to know where he is! The Grand Inquisitor appears in Venice to take both Gondoliers to a life of luxury and rulership - but is dismayed to discover that both are reluctant to leave their wives behind. Somehow two husbands have managed to acquire three wives, and nobody is happy at the idea of marrying a vulgar fraction! <br><br>\n\nThis is a spoken "poetic" version of the libretto written by W. S. Gilbert, where a full cast of voices brings the sparkling wit of Gilbert to the fore, and will enhance understanding and appreciation of this comic light opera. (Summary by Beth Thomas) \n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Duke of Plaza-Toro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLuiz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nDon Alhambra del Bolero: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nMarco Palmieri: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nGiuseppe Palmieri: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nAntonio/Annibale: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nFrancesco/Giorgio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/251">Mark Nelson</a><br>\nThe Duchess of Plaza-Toro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nCassilda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nGianetta : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nTessa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nFiametta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12570">Maria de Fátima da Silva</a><br>\nVittoria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nGiulia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13012">Naomi Madeleine</a><br>\nInez : <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5244">Crln Yldz Ksr</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8028">Tom Geller</a><br>\n\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/251">Mark Nelson</a><br> |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-gondoliers-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
typical gilbert sullivan topsy turvy style king barataria gone missing stolen baby raised secrecy one two gondoliers nobody knows which wife would like much know is grand inquisitor appears venice take gondoliers life luxury rulership dismayed discover reluctant leave wives behind somehow two husbands managed acquire three wives nobody happy idea marrying vulgar fraction br br spoken poetic version libretto written w s gilbert full cast voices brings sparkling wit gilbert fore enhance understanding appreciation comic light opera summary beth thomas br br cast list br duke plaza toro a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br luiz a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br alhambra del bolero a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br marco palmieri a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br giuseppe palmieri a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br antonio annibale a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br francesco giorgio a href https librivox org reader 251 mark nelson a br duchess plaza toro a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br cassilda a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br gianetta a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br tessa a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br fiametta a href https librivox org reader 12570 maria de fátima da silva a br vittoria a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br giulia a href https librivox org reader 13012 naomi madeleine a br inez a href https librivox org reader 5244 crln yldz ksr a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8028 tom geller a br editor a href https librivox org reader 251 mark nelson a br |
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12721 |
13444 |
Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 1 |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
History , Political Science |
In "Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius", posthumous work by the author of The Prince, Machiavelli discusses the useful lessons that could be learnt from the past for his present. As the title mentions, the subject of the work is the first ten books of Livy's <i>Ab urbe condita</i>, which cover the expansion of Rome from the legendary monarchy of Romulus to the end of the Third Samnite War (293 BCE). The whole work contains three books, with 142 numbered chapters - perhaps not a coincidence, since Livy's history also contained 142 books. In the first book, the author discusses things that happened inside of Rome as the result of public counsel. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/discourses-on-the-first-decade-of-titus-livius-book-1-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
discourses first decade titus livius posthumous work author prince machiavelli discusses useful lessons could learnt past present title mentions subject work first ten books livy s i ab urbe condita i cover expansion rome legendary monarchy romulus end third samnite war 293 bce whole work contains three books 142 numbered chapters perhaps coincidence since livy s history also contained 142 books first book author discusses things happened inside rome result public counsel summary leni |
| 12736 |
12722 |
13445 |
Poet's Hat |
Robert F. Murray |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
St. Andrews, but for its Town Council and its School Board, is a quiet place; and the University, except during the progress of a Rectorial Election, is peaceable and well-conducted. I hope these verses may so far reflect St. Andrews life as to be found pleasant, if not over exciting. This poem is taken from "The Scarlett Gown: Being Verses by A St. Andrews Man" - Summary by the author |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-poets-hat-by-robert-f-murray/ |
st andrews town council school board quiet place university except progress rectorial election peaceable well conducted hope verses may far reflect st andrews life found pleasant exciting poem taken the scarlett gown verses st andrews man summary author |
| 12737 |
12723 |
13446 |
Autumn Invitation |
Edward Capern |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of An Autumn Invitation by Edward Capern.\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 21, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nIn 1848 Capern secured appointment with the Post Office as a letter-carrier. His first route between Bideford and Appledore, later between Bideford and Westleigh. His job required him to make a return trip between the two towns with a wait for two hours, to allow time for people to reply to letters he had just delivered (there were no post-boxes at that time). He used this time for his writings. Capern became known as "the Rural Postman of Bideford" - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/an-autumn-invitation-by-edward-capern/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings autumn invitation edward capern fortnightly poetry project october 21 2018 br br 1848 capern secured appointment post office letter carrier first route bideford appledore later bideford westleigh job required make return trip two towns wait two hours allow time people reply letters delivered there post boxes time used time writings capern became known the rural postman bideford summary wikipedia |
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12724 |
13448 |
Six Little Bunkers at Grandma Bell's |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction |
This book is the first part of the Six Little Bunkers series, written using the pseudonym of Laura Lee Hope. It follows the lives of the Bunker family, with six children. - Summary by bhavya |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/six-little-bunkers-at-grandma-bells-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
book first part six little bunkers series written using pseudonym laura lee hope follows lives bunker family six children summary bhavya |
| 12739 |
12726 |
13451 |
New Republic; or Culture, Faith and Philosophy in an English Country House |
William Hurrell Mallock |
Historical Fiction, Satire |
A group of upper class men and women gather together in an English country house to discuss their ideas for a utopia (their "New Republic"). The novel is a satire mocking most of the important figures at Oxford University at the time of publication, with regards to aestheticism and Hellenism. Some of the famous characters that are depicted are Violet Fane/Lady Mary Montgomery Currie (Mrs. Sinclair), Thomas Huxley (Mr. Storks), William Money Hardinge (Mr. Leslie), Thomas Carlyle (Donald Gordon), and Walter Pater (Mr. Rose). The latter is of particular interest, as his characterisation in this novel helped ruin his reputation as well as his career at Oxford University.\nThe book became a best seller in its time and retains much of its humour and satirical bite today. As author David Daiches wrote in 1951, "If we can read through The New Republic without at one point or another being made to feel a little foolish, we are wise indeed. (Summary by Foon) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-republic-or-culture-faith-and-philosophy-in-an-english-country-house-by-william-hurrell-mallock/ |
group upper class men women gather together english country house discuss ideas utopia their new republic novel satire mocking important figures oxford university time publication regards aestheticism hellenism famous characters depicted violet fane lady mary montgomery currie mrs sinclair thomas huxley mr storks william money hardinge mr leslie thomas carlyle donald gordon walter pater mr rose latter particular interest characterisation novel helped ruin reputation well career oxford university book became best seller time retains much humour satirical bite today author david daiches wrote 1951 if read new republic without one point another made feel little foolish wise indeed summary foon |
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12727 |
13452 |
Mildred at Roselands |
Martha Finley |
Religion, Christian Fiction |
In order to recover her health, Mildred Keith goes to visit her mother's extended family, the Dinsmores, in the South. Mildred makes new friends while at Roselands, learns important lessons and grows in her faith in Christ. (Summary by Amy) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mildred-at-roselands-by-martha-finley/ |
order recover health mildred keith goes visit mother s extended family dinsmores south mildred makes new friends roselands learns important lessons grows faith christ summary amy |
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12728 |
13453 |
Christmas Carol Collection 2018 |
Various |
Music |
LibriVox volunteers bring you a festive selection of 21 Christmas carols for the 2018 holiday. This year's collection includes traditional favorites and lesser-known selections in English, Dutch, French, Greek, Scottish Gaelic, and German. The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas and New Year. - Summary by Maria Kasper<br /><br />\n<em>Avent</em>; words traditional French; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>The Bitter Withy</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>Ça Bergers</em>; words traditional French; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>The Cherry Tree</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>Χριστός Γεννάται Δοξάσατε (Christos Gennatai)</em>; words by Cosmas of Maiuma (d. 794); music by William J. Kirkpatrick (1838-1921).<br />\n<em>Constant Christmas</em>; words by Phillips Brooks (1835-1893); music by Timothy R. Matthews (1826–1910).<br />\n<em>Coventry Carol</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>De Vos Ravissantes Voix</em>; words traditional French; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>The First Noel</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>De Herdertjes Lagen Bij Nachte</em>; words and music by Joseph Alberdingk Thijm (1820-1889).<br />\n<em>In the Bleak Midwinter</em>; words by Christina Rossetti (1830-1894); music by Gustav Holst (1874-1934).<br />\n<em>King Herod and the Cock</em>; words and music traditional.<br />\n<em>Leanabh An Aigh</em>; words by Mary M MacDonald (1789–1872); music traditional.<br />\n<em>Many Hundred Years Ago</em>; words by Bernard Reynolds (b. 1850); music by George Currie Martin (1865-1937).<br />\n<em>Noel</em>; words traditional French; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>O Come, O Come Emmanuael</em>; words traditional Latin, English translation by John Mason Neale (1818-1866); music traditional.<br />\n<em>See Amid the Winter Snow</em>; words by John Goss (1800-1880); music by Romano.<br />\n<em>Silent Night</em>; words in German by Joseph Mohr (1792-1848); English translation by John F. Young (1820-1885); music by Franz Xaver Gruber (1786-1863).<br />\n<em>Sois Bénis</em>; words traditional French; music by Ezwa.<br />\n<em>There's a Song in the Air</em>; words by Josiah Gilbert Holland (1819-1881); tune by Karl P. Harrington (1861-1953).<br />\n<em>Auld Lang Syne</em>; words by Robert Burns (1759-1796); music traditional.<br /><br />\nNote: The <em>Silent Night</em> chorus consists of 57 LibriVox singers in German and English, organized and edited by Twinkle88. <a href="http://www.free-scores.com/PDF_EN/gruber-franz-xaver-stille-nacht.pdf">German text</a>; <a href="http://www.hymnsandcarolsofchristmas.com/Hymns_and_Carols/silent_night_holy_night-1.htm">English text</a>\n<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-collection-2018/ |
librivox volunteers bring festive selection 21 christmas carols 2018 holiday year s collection includes traditional favorites lesser known selections english dutch french greek scottish gaelic german singers wish listeners around world happy peaceful christmas new year summary maria kasper br br em avent em words traditional french music ezwa br em the bitter withy em words music traditional br em ça bergers em words traditional french music ezwa br em the cherry tree em words music traditional br em χριστός γεννάται δοξάσατε christos gennatai em words cosmas maiuma d 794 music william j kirkpatrick 1838 1921 br em constant christmas em words phillips brooks 1835 1893 music timothy r matthews 1826 1910 br em coventry carol em words music traditional br em de vos ravissantes voix em words traditional french music ezwa br em the first noel em words music traditional br em de herdertjes lagen bij nachte em words music joseph alberdingk thijm 1820 1889 br em in bleak midwinter em words christina rossetti 1830 1894 music gustav holst 1874 1934 br em king herod cock em words music traditional br em leanabh aigh em words mary macdonald 1789 1872 music traditional br em many hundred years ago em words bernard reynolds b 1850 music george currie martin 1865 1937 br em noel em words traditional french music ezwa br em o come come emmanuael em words traditional latin english translation john mason neale 1818 1866 music traditional br em see amid winter snow em words john goss 1800 1880 music romano br em silent night em words german joseph mohr 1792 1848 english translation john f young 1820 1885 music franz xaver gruber 1786 1863 br em sois bénis em words traditional french music ezwa br em there s song air em words josiah gilbert holland 1819 1881 tune karl p harrington 1861 1953 br em auld lang syne em words robert burns 1759 1796 music traditional br br note em silent night em chorus consists 57 librivox singers german english organized edited twinkle88 a href http www free scores com pdf_en gruber franz xaver stille nacht pdf german text a a href http www hymnsandcarolsofchristmas com hymns_and_carols silent_night_holy_night 1 htm english text a br br |
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12729 |
13454 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 061 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Seventeen short nonfiction works in the public domain independently chosen by the readers. Volume 61 features articles and essays on both current and timeless topics, ranging from whether marijuana is addictive (U.S. Gov.) to what constitutes foolish behavior (Erasmus, Gelett Burgess). Sermons in Stone, an essay by Oscar Wilde on classic sculptures displayed at the British Museum, is complemented by an actual sermon (The Carnal Mind, Enmity Against God by Spurgeon), while Frederick William Shelton muses on the fleeting beauty of a ripe peach (Incidents in a Retired Life). Truth and lies, luck, and individuality are essay topics by Mark Twain and John Stuart Mill. <br><br>\n\nFestive food (a recipe for Snow Pudding and Chocolate Sauce) is juxtaposed to a graphic account of Poisoning by Canned Goods, while A.A. Milne writes on the joys of fresh celery as an Autumn treat. Vol. 61 includes two historical accounts of tragedies: the wreck of the steamship Princess Sophia off the coast of Alaska in 1918 and the murder of abolitionist Elijah Lovejoy in Alton, Illinois in 1837. Finally, a retelling of how British landscape artist John Constable sold his first painting rounds out this nonfiction collection. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-061-by-various/ |
seventeen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers volume 61 features articles essays current timeless topics ranging whether marijuana addictive u s gov constitutes foolish behavior erasmus gelett burgess sermons stone essay oscar wilde classic sculptures displayed british museum complemented actual sermon the carnal mind enmity god spurgeon frederick william shelton muses fleeting beauty ripe peach incidents retired life truth lies luck individuality essay topics mark twain john stuart mill br br festive food a recipe snow pudding chocolate sauce juxtaposed graphic account poisoning canned goods a a milne writes joys fresh celery autumn treat vol 61 includes two historical accounts tragedies wreck steamship princess sophia coast alaska 1918 murder abolitionist elijah lovejoy alton illinois 1837 finally retelling british landscape artist john constable sold first painting rounds nonfiction collection summary sue anderson |
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12730 |
13455 |
Lion's Skin |
Rafael Sabatini |
Historical Fiction |
Justin Caryll was an unwilling hero: an unwilling plotter of revenge, an unwilling spy and an unwilling pursuer of the woman he loves. Justin must thread a perilous path through various sticky wickets, between the machinations of his foster father, the violence of his brother, the relentless pursuit by the government's agent, his hopeless love for the hapless heroine, and the struggles of his own conscience. Fortunately, Justin is equipped with the skill and speed to lunge and parry, both verbally and with a sword, to make his way through 18th century London with plenty of aplomb, in the midst of Jacobite plots and financial finagling by the ultra rich. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-lions-skin-by-rafael-sabatini/ |
justin caryll unwilling hero unwilling plotter revenge unwilling spy unwilling pursuer woman loves justin must thread perilous path various sticky wickets machinations foster father violence brother relentless pursuit government s agent hopeless love hapless heroine struggles conscience fortunately justin equipped skill speed lunge parry verbally sword make way 18th century london plenty aplomb midst jacobite plots financial finagling ultra rich |
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12731 |
13456 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 11) - The Odyssey (Book 11) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Λ' - Νέκυια.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 11. Ulysses in the House of Hades.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 11 : Troisième récit : La descente aux Enfers .<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-11-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία λ νέκυια br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 11 ulysses house hades br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 11 troisième récit la descente aux enfers br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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12734 |
13459 |
Mysterious Stranger |
Mark Twain |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Mark Twain wrote this fairytale style story about 3 boys who meet Satan's cousin and they experience many things during this time. The story is narrated by one of the boys many years later. Mark Twain ends the story expressing the idea that will blow you away. Ideas that can be traced back thousands of years in many religions. What is existence really ... to quote that well known song by Eliphalet Oram Lyte ... Row, row, row your boat Gently down the stream, Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily, Life is but a dream .... so dream on. - Summary by Patrick79 |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysterious-stranger-by-mark-twain-2/ |
mark twain wrote fairytale style story 3 boys meet satan s cousin experience many things time story narrated one boys many years later mark twain ends story expressing idea blow away ideas traced back thousands years many religions existence really quote well known song eliphalet oram lyte row row row boat gently stream merrily merrily merrily merrily life dream dream on summary patrick79 |
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12735 |
13461 |
Hearse-Horse |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Hearse-Horse by Bliss Carman.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 28, 2018. <br> ------- <br>\nBliss Carman, FRSC was a Canadian poet who lived most of his life in the United States, where he achieved international fame. He was acclaimed as Canada's poet laureate during his later years. <br>\nRichard Hovey was an American poet.. \nHe collaborated with Canadian poet Bliss Carman on three volumes of "tramp" verse: Songs from Vagabondia (1894), More Songs from Vagabondia (1896), and Last Songs from Vagabondia (1900), the last being published after Hovey's death. Hovey and Carman were members of the "Visionists" social circle along with F. Holland Day and Herbert Copeland, who published the "Vagabondia" series. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-hearse-horse-by-bliss-carman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings hearse horse bliss carman weekly poetry project october 28 2018 br br bliss carman frsc canadian poet lived life united states achieved international fame acclaimed canada s poet laureate later years br richard hovey american poet collaborated canadian poet bliss carman three volumes tramp verse songs vagabondia 1894 songs vagabondia 1896 last songs vagabondia 1900 last published hovey s death hovey carman members visionists social circle along f holland day herbert copeland published vagabondia series summary wikipedia |
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12736 |
13462 |
Yellow Dove |
George Gibbs |
Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
A World War 1 spy vs spy novel. Oh! And perhaps I should also mention, a bit of romance?<br />\n"I am sorry,” he said coolly, "awfully sorry. As you know, I would have had things different. You may still doubt me when I say that what I have done is the hardest task that I ever undertook in my life. But that is true. You were the only person in England who jeopardized my existence there. I had to take you away. I regret the necessity of having to use force. I shall do what I can here upon the <i>Sylph</i> to counteract the unpleasant impression of my brutality. I am not a bully and a woman-baiter. I am a spoke in the wheel of destiny which you had clogged. By all the rules of the game you should have died. Reasons which I need not mention made your death at my hands an impossibility. So I merely removed you to a place of safety. No harm shall come to you, I pledge my honor." (Excerpt from Chapter 13.) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-yellow-dove-by-george-gibbs/ |
world war 1 spy vs spy novel oh perhaps also mention bit romance br i sorry said coolly awfully sorry know would things different may still doubt say done hardest task ever undertook life true person england jeopardized existence there take away regret necessity use force shall upon i sylph i counteract unpleasant impression brutality bully woman baiter spoke wheel destiny clogged rules game died reasons need mention made death hands impossibility merely removed place safety harm shall come you pledge honor excerpt chapter 13 |
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12737 |
13463 |
John Thorndyke's Cases |
R. Austin Freeman |
Detective Fiction |
Detective John Thorndyke never disappoints when solving crime in this collection of Freeman's works. - Summary by A. K. Morton |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/john-thorndykes-cases-by-r-austin-freeman/ |
detective john thorndyke never disappoints solving crime collection freeman s works summary a k morton |
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12738 |
13464 |
Fresh Every Hour |
John Peter Toohey |
Humorous Fiction |
This book is best described by its subtitle: “DETAILING the Adventures, Comic and Pathetic of one Jimmy Martin, Purveyor of Publicity, a Young Gentleman Possessing Sublime Nerve, Whimsical Imagination, Colossal Impudence, and, Withal the Heart of a Child.” \nJimmy, press agent extraordinaire, conjures up outlandish and truth-stretching publicity stunts for an amusement park, theaters and performers, often with unexpected and amusing results. Despite his foibles, Jimmy presses on in pursuit of career success and of pretty Lolita Murphy of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. <br>\nThe author, an American writer (and theatrical press agent himself) was a founding member of the legendary Algonquin Round Table and was reputed to have suggested the name for “The New Yorker” magazine. (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/fresh-every-hour-by-john-peter-toohey/ |
book best described subtitle detailing adventures comic pathetic one jimmy martin purveyor publicity young gentleman possessing sublime nerve whimsical imagination colossal impudence and withal heart child jimmy press agent extraordinaire conjures outlandish truth stretching publicity stunts amusement park theaters performers often unexpected amusing results despite foibles jimmy presses pursuit career success pretty lolita murphy cedar rapids iowa br author american writer and theatrical press agent himself founding member legendary algonquin round table reputed suggested name the new yorker magazine lee smalley |
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12739 |
13465 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 029 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox. <br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/">gibt es hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-029-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a |
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12786 |
13514 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 076 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the annals of Arthur Conan Doyle's detective stories, Robert Louis Stevenson's cynical observations on life, a classic tale from The Book of a Thousand Nights and a Night, adventures on the high seas by Bessie Chandler and more to bring you excitement, mystery and maybe a smile. So sit back and enjoy the 76th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-076/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve annals arthur conan doyle s detective stories robert louis stevenson s cynical observations life classic tale book thousand nights night adventures high seas bessie chandler bring excitement mystery maybe smile sit back enjoy 76th librivox short story collection |
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12740 |
13466 |
Multilingual Rubaiyat |
Edward FitzGerald |
Anthologies |
The most famous translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is that by Edward Fitzgerald into English, of which five editions were published between 1859 and 1889.\nMany translations into other languages have been published since that time. A number of translators, who were not conversant with the Persian language, chose to translate one of Fitzgerald's versions rather than the original. This project features several of these translations, based on the first, fourth and fifth editions of Fitzgerald.<br>\nTranslations featured in this recording:<br>\nFirst Edition<br>\nFrench translation by Charles Grolleau<br>\nItalian translation by Fulvia Faruffini<br>\nGerman translation by Walter Fraenzel<br>\nSpanish translation by Ismael Enrique Arciniegas<br>\nDutch translation by Christiaan Leendert van Balen Jr.<br>\nFourth Edition<br>\nSpanish translation by Jose Castellot<br>\nFifth Edition<br>\nItalian translation by Mario Chini<br>\nFrench translation by James Henry Hallard<br>\nGreek translation by Ernest Crawley<br>\nItalian translation by Diego Angeli - Summary by algy pug |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-multilingual-rubaiyat-by-omar-khayyam/ |
famous translation rubaiyat omar khayyam edward fitzgerald english five editions published 1859 1889 many translations languages published since time number translators conversant persian language chose translate one fitzgerald s versions rather original project features several translations based first fourth fifth editions fitzgerald br translations featured recording br first edition br french translation charles grolleau br italian translation fulvia faruffini br german translation walter fraenzel br spanish translation ismael enrique arciniegas br dutch translation christiaan leendert van balen jr br fourth edition br spanish translation jose castellot br fifth edition br italian translation mario chini br french translation james henry hallard br greek translation ernest crawley br italian translation diego angeli summary algy pug |
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12741 |
13468 |
Fisherman and His Soul (Version 2) |
Oscar Wilde |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
To get what we want is often the greatest curse of all. The fisherman here accidentally catches a mermaid in his net. He falls in love with the Mermaid and tells her that he wants to marry her. She tells him that he can only marry her if he sends away his soul. From a Witch, the Fisherman learns how to send his soul away. The Soul makes several attempts to persuade the Fisherman to take him back, eventually convincing him to do so with the tale of a beautiful dancer who lives nearby. Too late does the Fisherman discover that the soul which he sent out into the world without a heart has become evil. So be careful what you set your heart on. This story was first published in 1896 in the book A House of Pomegranates. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-fisherman-and-his-soul-by-oscar-wilde-2/ |
get want often greatest curse all fisherman accidentally catches mermaid net falls love mermaid tells wants marry her tells marry sends away soul witch fisherman learns send soul away soul makes several attempts persuade fisherman take back eventually convincing tale beautiful dancer lives nearby late fisherman discover soul sent world without heart become evil careful set heart on story first published 1896 book house pomegranates summary phil chenevert |
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12742 |
13469 |
My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 1, Sept 1900 |
Lurana Sheldon |
General |
This is the first issue of a wonderful weekly magazine aimed at young women. They each contain a novella following the adventures of Marion Marlowe, "Only a Farmer's Daughter" who went from "Farm to Fortune" and all written by the prolific :Lurana Sheldon using various pen names, usually Grace Shirley. The story is quite entertaining and well written. The chapters are short and easy to read and suited to those just getting their feet wet in LibriVox. Besides the main novella, each issue contains an Advice Column, where she responds to anguished letters from young ladies with a myriad of personal problems. She does not shy at shooting straight from the hip in her answers whether to moral, ethical, family or just social etiquette questions. An intersting insight into life in the 1900's and what was considered appropriate for girls and women. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/my-queen-a-weekly-journal-for-young-women-issue-1-sept-1900-by-lurana-sheldon/ |
first issue wonderful weekly magazine aimed young women contain novella following adventures marion marlowe only farmer s daughter went farm fortune written prolific lurana sheldon using various pen names usually grace shirley story quite entertaining well written chapters short easy read suited getting feet wet librivox besides main novella issue contains advice column responds anguished letters young ladies myriad personal problems shy shooting straight hip answers whether moral ethical family social etiquette questions intersting insight life 1900 s considered appropriate girls women summary phil chenevert |
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12743 |
13470 |
Preludes of Poetry and Music |
Irene Curtis |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by American poet Irene Curtis. These poems were collected by friends and family after her death in 1916, at only 26 years of age. This book of poems is divided into two parts. The first is a collection of poems in dialect, lending an extra voice to the community of people of colour with which she grew up in the South of the United States. The second is a collection of miscellaneous poems. All of the poems shine with a special warmth and love, which make it a pleasure to read them. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/preludes-of-poetry-and-music-by-irene-curtis/ |
collection poems american poet irene curtis poems collected friends family death 1916 26 years age book poems divided two parts first collection poems dialect lending extra voice community people colour grew south united states second collection miscellaneous poems poems shine special warmth love make pleasure read them summary carolin |
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12744 |
13471 |
Dulcamara |
Howard Saxby |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poetry and prose by Howard Saxby. These pieces are the sort of stories and poems that can be enjoyed by children because the humour in them is universal, but they are more geared towards adults. The themes and intent of the pieces are varied, with humour prevailing in most items. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/dulcamara-by-howard-saxby/ |
collection poetry prose howard saxby pieces sort stories poems enjoyed children humour universal geared towards adults themes intent pieces varied humour prevailing items summary carolin |
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12745 |
13472 |
Chant of Mystics, and Other Poems |
Ameen Rihani |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by the influential Lebanese American author Ameen Rihani. In these poems, the author playfully introduces the American public of the early 1920's to the environment in which he grew up, embellishing the poems with folklore and fairy tale romance. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/a-chant-of-mystics-and-other-poems-by-ameen-rihani/ |
volume poetry influential lebanese american author ameen rihani poems author playfully introduces american public early 1920 s environment grew up embellishing poems folklore fairy tale romance summary carolin |
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12746 |
13473 |
Theory and Practice of Brewing |
Michael Combrune |
Crafts & Hobbies, Cooking |
This is an elaborate treatise on how to brew beer. That art is as noble today as it was in 1761, when this book was first published, and Mr. Combrune was a master of his art. After reading his work on this topic, a glass of beer can be enjoyed on quite a different level. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1804 |
https://librivox.org/the-theory-and-practice-of-brewing-by-michael-combrune/ |
elaborate treatise brew beer art noble today 1761 book first published mr combrune master art reading work topic glass beer enjoyed quite different level summary carolin |
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12747 |
13474 |
Oysters and Fish |
Thomas J. Murrey |
Cooking |
Would it not be beneficial, were the average American to substitute fish for the everlasting steak and chop of the breakfast-table?<br></br>For the sake of variety, if for no other reason, we should eat more fish; and it need not always be fried or broiled. A well-made fish stew or a curry should be acceptable to the majority of us, and undoubtedly would be if appetizingly prepared.<br></br>This little work does not by any means propose to exhaust the subject of sea-food, for the subject is almost inexhaustible; but it places within the reach of all a series of recipes and suggestions extremely valuable to the average housewife. - Summary by Thomas J. Murrey |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/oysters-and-fish-by-thomas-j-murrey/ |
would beneficial average american substitute fish everlasting steak chop breakfast table br br for sake variety reason eat fish need always fried broiled well made fish stew curry acceptable majority us undoubtedly would appetizingly prepared br br this little work means propose exhaust subject sea food subject almost inexhaustible places within reach series recipes suggestions extremely valuable average housewife summary thomas j murrey |
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12748 |
13475 |
Life of Saint Paul |
Frances Alice Forbes |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
A short biography of Saint Paul, the Apostle of the Gentiles, from the time of his persecution of the Christians to his martyrdom. (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-saint-paul-by-frances-alice-forbes/ |
short biography saint paul apostle gentiles time persecution christians martyrdom summary maria therese |
| 12761 |
12749 |
13476 |
Biographical Notice Of Nicolo Paganini With An Analysis Of His Compositions And A Sketch Of The History Of The Violin |
Francois-Joseph Fetis |
Biography & Autobiography, Music, Performing Arts |
Niccolò (or Nicolò) Paganini (1782 – 1840) was an Italian violinist, violist, guitarist, and composer. He was the most celebrated violin virtuoso of his time, and left his mark as one of the pillars of modern violin technique. François-Joseph Fétis (1784 – 1871) was a Belgian musicologist, composer, teacher, and one of the most influential music critics of the 19th century.- Summary by David Wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/biographical-notice-of-nicolo-paganini-with-an-analysis-of-his-compositions-and-a-sketch-of-the-history-of-the-violin-by-francois-joseph-fetis/ |
niccolò or nicolò paganini 1782 1840 italian violinist violist guitarist composer celebrated violin virtuoso time left mark one pillars modern violin technique françois joseph fétis 1784 1871 belgian musicologist composer teacher one influential music critics 19th century summary david wales |
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12750 |
13477 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (version 6) |
Lewis Carroll |
Children's Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre. Its narrative course, structure, characters, and imagery have been enormously influential in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice's_Adventures_in_Wonderland ) |
English |
2008 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-version-6-by-lewis-carroll/ |
alice s adventures wonderland commonly shortened alice wonderland 1865 novel written english author charles lutwidge dodgson pseudonym lewis carroll tells girl named alice falling rabbit hole fantasy world populated peculiar anthropomorphic creatures tale plays logic giving story lasting popularity adults well children considered one best examples literary nonsense genre narrative course structure characters imagery enormously influential popular culture literature especially fantasy genre https en wikipedia org wiki alice s_adventures_in_wonderland |
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12751 |
13478 |
Last Poems |
A. E. Housman |
Single author |
"I publish these poems, few though they are, because it is not likely that I shall ever be impelled to write much more. I can no longer expect to be revisited by the continuous excitement under which in the early months of 1895 I wrote the greater part of my first book, nor indeed could I well sustain it if it came; and it is best that what I have written should be printed while I am here to see it through the press and control its spelling and punctuation. About a quarter of this matter belongs to the April of the present year, but most of it to dates between 1895 and 1910.\n\nSeptember 1922" - Summary by Preface |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/last-poems-by-a-e-housman/ |
i publish poems though are likely shall ever impelled write much more longer expect revisited continuous excitement early months 1895 wrote greater part first book indeed could well sustain came best written printed see press control spelling punctuation quarter matter belongs april present year dates 1895 1910 september 1922 summary preface |
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12752 |
13479 |
Abigail Adams and Her Times |
Laura E. Howe Richards |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography |
This is a young person's biography of Abigail Adams that will appeal to readers of all ages. In the author's own words, "I am not writing a history; far from it. I am merely throwing on the screen, in the fashion of today, a few scenes to make a background for my little pen-picture-play. " - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/abigail-adams-and-her-times-by-laura-e-howe-richards/ |
young person s biography abigail adams appeal readers ages author s words i writing history far it merely throwing screen fashion today scenes make background little pen picture play summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 12765 |
12753 |
13480 |
True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World |
Adolphus W. Greely |
Exploration |
The Arctic has always been a fascinating area for us. This is true today just as much as in Adolphus Greely's time. In 1912, Greely published this volume of notable Arctic explorations and the explorers. The modern reader can follow a very readable account of the successes and failures of these early explorers comfortably from the armchair, and learn a lot of history in the processes. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/true-tales-of-arctic-heroism-in-the-new-world-by-adolphus-w-greely/ |
arctic always fascinating area us true today much adolphus greely s time 1912 greely published volume notable arctic explorations explorers modern reader follow readable account successes failures early explorers comfortably armchair learn lot history processes summary carolin |
| 12766 |
12754 |
13481 |
Khaled, A Tale of Arabia |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Romance |
Khaled is a powerful jinn, or genius, but he has a good heart. When he sees that Zehowah, the beautiful, virtuous daughter of the king is about to accept a foreign prince as husband, who lied about converting to Islam, he takes the law into his own hands and kills the prince. When the pair is confronted by an Angel, Khaled begs to be made into a mortal man. His wish is granted, under one condition: Khaled must win the love of Zehowah... - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/khaled-a-tale-of-arabia-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
khaled powerful jinn genius good heart sees zehowah beautiful virtuous daughter king accept foreign prince husband lied converting islam takes law hands kills prince pair confronted angel khaled begs made mortal man wish granted one condition khaled must win love zehowah summary carolin |
| 12767 |
12755 |
13482 |
Any Woman To A Soldier |
Grace Ellery Channing |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), War & Military |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Any Woman To A Soldier by Grace Ellery Channing.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 4, 2018. <br>\nGrace Ellery Channing was a writer and poet who published often in The Land of Sunshine. Channing began her career as a writer by editing her grandfather's memoirs, Dr. Channing's Notebook (1887). She became an associate editor of The Land of Sunshine (later Outwest), and in her tenure as a writer and poet contributor to the publication, advocated for an increased reliance on Mediterranean practices for Los Angelenos. This included embracing the sun instead of avoiding it, eating lighter food, and taking in wine and afternoon naps. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/any-woman-to-a-soldier-by-grace-ellery-channing/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings woman soldier grace ellery channing weekly poetry project november 4 2018 br grace ellery channing writer poet published often land sunshine channing began career writer editing grandfather s memoirs dr channing s notebook 1887 became associate editor land sunshine later outwest tenure writer poet contributor publication advocated increased reliance mediterranean practices los angelenos included embracing sun instead avoiding it eating lighter food taking wine afternoon naps summary wikipedia |
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12756 |
13483 |
Christy and The Pipers |
Jean McKishnie Blewett |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Christy and The Pipers by Jean McKishnie Blewett.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 4, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nThis poem, set in Scotland, tells of a woman's reaction to the Pipes . ( David Lawrence) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/christy-and-the-pipers-by-jean-mckishnie-blewett/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings christy pipers jean mckishnie blewett br fortnightly poetry project november 4 2018 br br poem set scotland tells woman s reaction pipes david lawrence |
| 12769 |
12757 |
13484 |
World’s Story Volume V: Italy, France, Spain and Portugal |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction, War & Military |
This is the fifth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part V include Italian painters and poets, the French Revolution, the Spanish Inquisition and Portuguese explorers. - Summary by Sonia <br>\n<BR>Cast list for A supposed street scene in Verona in the fourteenth century:<BR>\n\nGregory: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Sampson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Abraham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Benvolio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Tybalt: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a> / First Citizen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a> / Capulet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Lady Capulet: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Montague: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a> / Lady Montague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Prince of Verona: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n<BR>Cast list for The coming of the Maid of Orléans:<BR>\n\nEarl Dunois: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Johanna: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / King Charles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Archbishop: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Hire: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n\n<BR>Cast list for Cardinal Richelieu and his enemy:<BR>\n\nRichelieu: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Julie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Huguet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / De Mauprat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Joseph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-v-italy-france-spain-and-portugal-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
fifth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part v include italian painters poets french revolution spanish inquisition portuguese explorers summary sonia br br cast list supposed street scene verona fourteenth century br gregory a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a sampson a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a abraham a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a benvolio a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a tybalt a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a first citizen a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a capulet a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a lady capulet a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a montague a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a lady montague a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a prince verona a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list coming maid orléans br earl dunois a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a johanna a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a king charles a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a archbishop a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a hire a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list cardinal richelieu enemy br richelieu a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a julie a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a huguet a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a de mauprat a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a joseph a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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12758 |
13485 |
Coffee Break Collection 18 - Pirates |
Various |
Short Stories |
This is the eighteenth Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is pirates... a rich source of material. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, essays... the romance of a life on the ocean waves and the danger posed by the 'bad boys (and girls)'; but sometimes the law catches up with them.\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-18-pirates-by-various/ |
eighteenth coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection pirates rich source material fiction non fiction poetry prose essays romance life ocean waves danger posed bad boys and girls sometimes law catches them |
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12759 |
13486 |
Mysteries of London Vol. IV |
George W. M. Reynolds |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The Mysteries of London was a best-selling novel in mid-Victorian England, published in four volumes. This is the fourth and final volume. Initially serialized in weekly installments, they were the forerunners of today's soap operas. Known as "Penny Dreadfuls", they had no claim to literary brilliance but offered readers entertainment and excitement in the form of vice, poverty, wealth, virtue, mystery, romance and scandal in every combination and reached a mass audience. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-mysteries-of-london-vol-iv-by-george-w-m-reynolds/ |
mysteries london best selling novel mid victorian england published four volumes fourth final volume initially serialized weekly installments forerunners today s soap operas known penny dreadfuls claim literary brilliance offered readers entertainment excitement form vice poverty wealth virtue mystery romance scandal every combination reached mass audience summary lynne thompson |
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12760 |
13487 |
Days With Sir Roger de Coverley |
Joseph Addison |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
The author Sir Richard Steele, who was one of the writers for The Spectator, gets the opportunity to spend a month in Sir Roger de Coverley's house. (Elijah Fisher) |
English |
1711 |
https://librivox.org/days-with-sir-roger-de-coverley-by-joseph-addison/ |
author sir richard steele one writers spectator gets opportunity spend month sir roger de coverley s house elijah fisher |
| 12773 |
12761 |
13488 |
Memórias Póstumas de Brás Cubas |
Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Humorous Fiction |
Uma das mais famosas obras de um dos mais famosos autores da Literatura Brasileira, Memórias Póstumas de Brás Cubas é considerado um marco na carreira de Machado de Assis, por apresentar de forma mais acabada o tom irônico e cáustico que viria a ser uma de suas principais características. A obra, narrada em primeira pessoa, é uma autobiografia escrita do além-túmulo, isto é, após a morte de seu autor. Por isso o livro foi também considerado um precursor do realismo fantástico. Citado por muitos autores famosos posteriores como inspiração, é título fundamental da Literatura Brasileira, atraindo uma nuvem de ensaios críticos e comentários teóricos, além de traduções para muitos outros idiomas. - Summary by Leni |
Portuguese |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/memorias-postumas-de-bras-cubas-by-joaquim-maria-machado-de-assis/ |
uma das mais famosas obras de um dos mais famosos autores da literatura brasileira memórias póstumas de brás cubas é considerado um marco na carreira de machado de assis por apresentar de forma mais acabada tom irônico e cáustico que viria ser uma de suas principais características obra narrada em primeira pessoa é uma autobiografia escrita além túmulo isto é após morte de seu autor por isso livro foi também considerado um precursor realismo fantástico citado por muitos autores famosos posteriores como inspiração é título fundamental da literatura brasileira atraindo uma nuvem de ensaios críticos e comentários teóricos além de traduções para muitos outros idiomas summary leni |
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12762 |
13489 |
Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars |
Lucan |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Single author, Epics |
Lucan's only surviving work, <i>De Bello Civili</i>, more generally known as the <i>Pharsalia</i>, is an epic poem about the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. The title given by posterity to the poem refers to the Battle of Pharsalus, which took place in 48 BC near the city of Pharsalus, in Thessaly. The work is important as an example of Roman Historic Epic, since divine intervention plays little part in the narrative and very few supernatural occurrences happen in the story. Lucan's Civil War is considered a major expression of literature from the Neronian times, and has attracted renewed scholarly attention in the past decades. The work remains unfinished, due to the untimely death of its author. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-by-lucan/ |
lucan s surviving work i de bello civili i generally known i pharsalia i epic poem civil war julius caesar pompey great title given posterity poem refers battle pharsalus took place 48 bc near city pharsalus thessaly work important example roman historic epic since divine intervention plays little part narrative supernatural occurrences happen story lucan s civil war considered major expression literature neronian times attracted renewed scholarly attention past decades work remains unfinished due untimely death author summary leni |
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12763 |
13490 |
Strength of Gideon and Other Stories |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
General Fiction |
One of four books of short stories written in his brief career. These stories are written using African-American dialect which provides deeper insight to the culture of that time. - Summary by KIrk202 |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-strength-of-gideon-and-other-stories-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
one four books short stories written brief career stories written using african american dialect provides deeper insight culture time summary kirk202 |
| 12776 |
12764 |
13491 |
Five Children and It (Version 5) |
E. Nesbit |
Action & Adventure |
The book follows the journey of five children who discover a mysterious creature (called by them as It) who grants them their wishes. Join in as they ask for the craziest of wishes, which are granted true for a day! - Summary by bhavya |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/five-children-and-it-version-5-by-e-nesbit/ |
book follows journey five children discover mysterious creature called it grants wishes join ask craziest wishes granted true day summary bhavya |
| 12777 |
12765 |
13492 |
From Jest to Earnest |
Edward P. Roe |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
As a practical joke at a house party, a young and beautiful socialite tries to make a fool out of a visiting young missionary to amuse her friends. She pretends to be a seeker in order to win his affections, but gets a lot more than she bargained for... - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/from-jest-to-earnest-by-edward-p-roe/ |
practical joke house party young beautiful socialite tries make fool visiting young missionary amuse friends pretends seeker order win affections gets lot bargained for summary likemanywaters |
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12766 |
13493 |
With Sack and Stock in Alaska |
George Broke |
Modern (19th C), Exploration |
In 1888, George Broke with Harold Topham and William Williams, made the first exploration of the Alaskan Mt. St. Elias range, including the crossing of the great Malaspina Glacier and an attempt on the S.E. face of Mt. St. Elias itself. The journey is described in the interesting work With Sack and Stock in Alaska, vividly detailing the country visited and the characters met along the way. - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/with-sack-and-stock-in-alaska-by-george-broke/ |
1888 george broke harold topham william williams made first exploration alaskan mt st elias range including crossing great malaspina glacier attempt s e face mt st elias itself journey described interesting work sack stock alaska vividly detailing country visited characters met along way summary fritz |
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12767 |
13494 |
Dust Flower |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
Rashleigh Allerton, a wealthy New Yorker, quarrels with his well-to-do fiancée Barbara and impetuously says that he will marry instead the first person he meets. The book follows the result of this absurd promise, with consequences that neither of them (nor Rashleigh’s faithful elderly man-servant Steptoe) expect. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-dust-flower-by-basil-king/ |
rashleigh allerton wealthy new yorker quarrels well to do fiancée barbara impetuously says marry instead first person meets book follows result absurd promise consequences neither nor rashleigh s faithful elderly man servant steptoe expect summary simon evers |
| 12780 |
12768 |
13495 |
Compilation de poèmes - 011 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. - Summary by Ezwa |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-011-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox summary ezwa |
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12769 |
13496 |
Abrojos |
Rubén Darío |
Poetry, Single author |
Este libro contiene poesías del autor que fueron de las primeras que escribió. Fueron publicadas en el año 1887 en Santiago de Chile. Summary by Kendal Rigans |
Spanish |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/abrojos-by-ruben-dario/ |
este libro contiene poesías del autor que fueron de las primeras que escribió fueron publicadas en el año 1887 en santiago de chile summary kendal rigans |
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12770 |
13497 |
Coplas |
Jorge Manrique |
Single author |
Estas coplas fueron escritas en honor a la muerte del Maestre don Santiago Rodrigo Manrique, y en ellas se pueden notar reflexiones acerca de la vida, la fortuna y la muerte. Esta obra es de género poético y una de las mas consultadas en la literatura española. ... (Summary by Kendal Rigans) |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coplas-by-jorge-manrique/ |
estas coplas fueron escritas en honor la muerte del maestre santiago rodrigo manrique en ellas se pueden notar reflexiones acerca de la vida la fortuna la muerte esta obra es de género poético una de las mas consultadas en la literatura española summary kendal rigans |
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12771 |
13498 |
Impresiones, Poesías. |
José Campo Arana |
Single author, Sonnets |
Poesias escritas por José Campo Arana según los criticos de su obra tiene una marcada influencia de Bécquer. (Summary by Kendal Rigans) |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/impresiones-poesias-by-jose-campo-arana/ |
poesias escritas por josé campo arana según los criticos de su obra tiene una marcada influencia de bécquer summary kendal rigans |
| 12784 |
12772 |
13499 |
Uses of Diversity |
G. K. Chesterton |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of 35 essays by G.K. Chesterton originally published in his weekly columns in "The Illustrated London News" and the "New Witness". The subjects vary greatly from lamp posts to Jane Austen's Emma, from "On Pigs as Pets" to Mormonism and Christian Science. (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-uses-of-diversity-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
collection 35 essays g k chesterton originally published weekly columns the illustrated london news new witness subjects vary greatly lamp posts jane austen s emma on pigs pets mormonism christian science summary maria therese |
| 12785 |
12773 |
13500 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2018 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
A delightful collection of stories and poems, with several interesting selections discussing various Christmas and holiday traditions, and a lovely Christmas play, featuring a full cast. All selections have been chosen and narrated by LibriVox volunteers to commemorate Christmas 2018.\n\nCast of Ola, or A Christmas Present for Mother:\nAlta Good: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Henry Good: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Leon Good: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Mrs. Good: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Ola: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8051">Maria Kasper</a><br> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/CSWC-2018-by-various/ |
delightful collection stories poems several interesting selections discussing various christmas holiday traditions lovely christmas play featuring full cast selections chosen narrated librivox volunteers commemorate christmas 2018 cast ola christmas present mother alta good a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br henry good a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br leon good a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs good a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br ola a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 8051 maria kasper a br |
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13501 |
Book of Famous Sieges |
Tudor Jenks |
Children's Non-fiction |
History is dominated by war, battles, and sieges. Our history books are full of these. But history books usually don't explain sieges in such an accessible and at times entertaining way as Tudor Jenks manages in this 1909 volume. The text and explanations are directed at children, but interested adults will profit from them in the same way. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-famous-sieges-by-tudor-jenks/ |
history dominated war battles sieges history books full these history books usually explain sieges accessible times entertaining way tudor jenks manages 1909 volume text explanations directed children interested adults profit way summary carolin |
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13502 |
Tommy Smith's Animals |
Edmund Selous |
Animals & Nature |
Tommy Smith is a wicked little boy, who would harm animals for sport. He would catch them if he could, throw stones if he could not, and generally disturb all animals around him. He became such a nuissance to everyone at last that the animals hold a meeting to discuss what to do. The wise owl has an idea: "Let the next animal that he is going to kill or throw stones at, call out to him, and tell him not to do so. This will surprise him so much that he will be sure to leave off, and then each of us can tell him something about ourselves in turn. In this way he will get such a high idea of all of us, that he will never annoy us any more, but treat us with great respect for the future.” - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/tommy-smiths-animals-by-edmund-selous/ |
tommy smith wicked little boy would harm animals sport would catch could throw stones could not generally disturb animals around him became nuissance everyone last animals hold meeting discuss do wise owl idea let next animal going kill throw stones at call him tell so surprise much sure leave off us tell something turn way get high idea us never annoy us more treat us great respect future summary carolin |
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13503 |
Facts and Fancies |
Orpheus Everts |
Single author |
A group of poems about life centered around a southbound train ride to Cincinnati. ( Lynda Marie Neilson) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/facts-and-fancies-by-orpheus-everts/ |
group poems life centered around southbound train ride cincinnati lynda marie neilson |
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12777 |
13504 |
Junior Classics Volume 6: Old-Fashioned Tales |
William Patten |
Action & Adventure |
This collection of The Junior Classics is compiled from many wonderful authors including Alcott, Dickens, Hawthorne, and Carroll. The stories are suitable for all ages and as with the rest of the series include the teaching of morals. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-6-old-fashioned-tales-by-various/ |
collection junior classics compiled many wonderful authors including alcott dickens hawthorne carroll stories suitable ages rest series include teaching morals |
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13505 |
Isaac Bickerstaff, Physician and Astrologer |
Richard Steele |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Humorous Fiction |
Isaac Bickerstaff Esq. was a pseudonym used by Jonathan Swift as part of a hoax to predict the death of then famous Almanac-maker and astrologer John Partridge. In 1709, Richard Steele bolstered the release of his new satirical paper The Tatler by naming the fictitious Isaac Bickerstaff Esq. as editor. These are fictional essays/memoirs of Bickerstaff, written by Steele. Isaac writes from his time, and his personal things on what was going on. Bickerstaff, or rather Richard Steele, talks mostly about Mr. Bickerstaff's friends, his family, and the many different entertainments that Bickerstaff goes through. Bickerstaff also gets many opportunities to talk to people who are in trouble with their spouse or maybe looking for a partner, and so Bickerstaff plays the role of a father, giving advice to many characters throughout the book. (Summary by TriciaG & Elijah.) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/isaac-bickerstaff-physician-and-astrologer-by-richard-steele/ |
isaac bickerstaff esq pseudonym used jonathan swift part hoax predict death famous almanac maker astrologer john partridge 1709 richard steele bolstered release new satirical paper tatler naming fictitious isaac bickerstaff esq editor fictional essays memoirs bickerstaff written steele isaac writes time personal things going on bickerstaff rather richard steele talks mostly mr bickerstaff s friends family many different entertainments bickerstaff goes through bickerstaff also gets many opportunities talk people trouble spouse maybe looking partner bickerstaff plays role father giving advice many characters throughout book summary triciag elijah |
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12779 |
13506 |
In the Fourth Year: Anticipations of a World Peace |
H. G. Wells |
Political Science |
In the Fourth Year is a collection H.G. Wells assembled in the spring of 1918 from essays he had recently published discussing the problem of establishing lasting peace when World War I ended. It is mostly devoted to plans for the League of Nations and the discussion of post-war politics. Summary by jfschuurman. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-fourth-year-by-h-g-wells/ |
fourth year collection h g wells assembled spring 1918 essays recently published discussing problem establishing lasting peace world war ended mostly devoted plans league nations discussion post war politics summary jfschuurman |
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12780 |
13508 |
Lost for Love |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
EXCERPT: In all things that he did, Flora's well-being was the doctor's paramount consideration. He brought pleasant people to his house; men of professional standing, and their wives. He sought to win friends for her, and the gentle charm of her manner endeared her to the people he brought about her, almost in spite of herself. To know her was to love her. <br>\nTo Cuthbert Ollivant's small circle of intimates Flora was known only as his ward. |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/lost-for-love-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
excerpt things did flora s well being doctor s paramount consideration brought pleasant people house men professional standing wives sought win friends her gentle charm manner endeared people brought her almost spite herself know love her br cuthbert ollivant s small circle intimates flora known ward |
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12781 |
13509 |
Clue of the Gold Coin |
Helen Wells |
Detective Fiction |
Vicki Barr is a popular mystery series for girls published by Grosset & Dunlap from 1947 to 1964. This book is volume 12 of The Vicki Barr Air Stewardess Series.\n\nWhen a shipment of priceless gold doubloons being transported on her flight from New York to Tampa goes missing, Federal Airline's stewardess Vicki Barr is unwittingly dragged into a sinister conspiracy spanning two countries. Vicki faces a determined group of criminals willing to go to any lengths to stop her from discovering their secret. It is up to her to save the Gasperilla Pirate festival, rescue a trapped innocent old man and a young friend she helped in getting the very job that would risk his life and career. With the help of the FBI, Vicki takes on a ruthless gang of villains who have disappeared with the ancient gold and left no trace the police can find. (Summary by amitsharma) |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-clue-of-the-gold-coin-by-helen-wells/ |
vicki barr popular mystery series girls published grosset dunlap 1947 1964 book volume 12 vicki barr air stewardess series shipment priceless gold doubloons transported flight new york tampa goes missing federal airline s stewardess vicki barr unwittingly dragged sinister conspiracy spanning two countries vicki faces determined group criminals willing go lengths stop discovering secret save gasperilla pirate festival rescue trapped innocent old man young friend helped getting job would risk life career help fbi vicki takes ruthless gang villains disappeared ancient gold left trace police find summary amitsharma |
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12782 |
13510 |
To The Duchesse of Newcastle, On Her New Blazing-World |
William Cavendish |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of To The Duchesse of Newcastle, On Her New Blazing-World by William Cavendish.\n<br>This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 11, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nMargaret Cavendish's book, "Blazing World" (in the LV collection) is a fanciful depiction of a satirical, utopian kingdom in another world that can be reached via the North Pole. It is "the only known work of utopian fiction by a woman in the 17th century, as well as an example of what we now call 'proto-science fiction'. The book inspired this notable sonnet by her husband, William Cavendish, 1st Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, which celebrates her imaginative powers, and was included in her book. ~ Summary from Wikipedia |
English |
1666 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-duchesse-of-newcastle-on-her-new-blazing-world-by-william-cavendish/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings duchesse newcastle new blazing world william cavendish br this weekly poetry project november 11 2018 br br margaret cavendish s book blazing world in lv collection fanciful depiction satirical utopian kingdom another world reached via north pole the known work utopian fiction woman 17th century well example call proto science fiction book inspired notable sonnet husband william cavendish 1st duke newcastle upon tyne celebrates imaginative powers included book summary wikipedia |
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13511 |
Contos phantasticos |
Teófilo Braga |
Single Author Collections |
Coletânea de contos com temas de paixões frenéticas, conducentes a suicídios, mortes, traições, renúncias extremas. Uma das primeiras incursões, feitas por um autor português, no universo da literatura fantástico-gótico, muito pouco comum em Portugal na época.\n\n Anteriormente publicados no <i>Jornal do Comércio</i> e na <i>Revista Contemporânea</i> de Portugal e Brasil, estes ditos contos góticos de Teófilo Braga, refletem no autor uma direta influência de literaturas de Hoffman e de Edgar Allan Poe, tal como seu conhecimento da filosofia esotérica de Swedenborg.\n\n Estes contos trouxeram, entre nós, muitos aspectos inovadores, pela introdução na narrativa,\n dos finais de 1800, de elementos como o estranho, o misterioso, o sinistro e o macabro. (Summary by Brianna) |
Portuguese |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/contos-phantasticos-by-teofilo-braga/ |
coletânea de contos com temas de paixões frenéticas conducentes suicídios mortes traições renúncias extremas uma das primeiras incursões feitas por um autor português universo da literatura fantástico gótico muito pouco comum em portugal na época anteriormente publicados i jornal comércio i e na i revista contemporânea i de portugal e brasil estes ditos contos góticos de teófilo braga refletem autor uma direta influência de literaturas de hoffman e de edgar allan poe tal como seu conhecimento da filosofia esotérica de swedenborg estes contos trouxeram entre nós muitos aspectos inovadores pela introdução na narrativa dos finais de 1800 de elementos como estranho misterioso sinistro e macabro summary brianna |
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13512 |
Country Wife |
William Wycherley |
Comedy, Satire |
One of the most notorious Restoration comedies in existence, William Wycherley’s <i>The Country Wife</i> is a lively and riotous exploration of courtly and city life in the seventeenth century, which was rife with unremitting sexual intrigue and conquest. For the basis of his plot, Wycherley here borrows heavily from the work of Molière, but abandons the French master’s unity and economy by introducing several interlocking storylines and characters, all of them clamoring for attention amidst Wycherley’s hard-hitting colloquial dialogue and double entendres. The main plot follows the clever town rake Horner, who feigns impotence in order to seduce women of quality and cuckold their unwitting husbands. One woman who takes interest in him is Margery, a seemingly naive country girl married to the pathologically jealous Pinchwife. Her desire to pursue an illicit affair with Horner yields a multitude of complications and misunderstandings, many of which are left scandalously unresolved by the time the final line is spoken.<br><br>With startlingly frank explorations of gender dynamics, marital structures, female autonomy, misogyny, and seventeenth-century societal obligations, as well as an infamous “china scene” positively dripping with innuendo, <i>The Country Wife</i> remains a classic of its genre that continues to invite fresh and exciting interpretations with each new performance. - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<br><br>\nHorner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>Harcourt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>Dorilant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>Pinchwife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11331">Scotty Smith</a><br>Sparkish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Sir Jasper Fidget: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13009">Melanie Jensen</a><br>Quack: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>Margery Pinchwife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Alithea, sister of Pinchwife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Lady Fidget / Bookseller: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Dainty Fidget, sister of Sir Jasper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Mrs. Squeamish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Old Lady Squeamish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>Lucy, Alithea's maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br> |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-country-wife-by-william-wycherley/ |
one notorious restoration comedies existence william wycherley s i the country wife i lively riotous exploration courtly city life seventeenth century rife unremitting sexual intrigue conquest basis plot wycherley borrows heavily work molière abandons french master s unity economy introducing several interlocking storylines characters clamoring attention amidst wycherley s hard hitting colloquial dialogue double entendres main plot follows clever town rake horner feigns impotence order seduce women quality cuckold unwitting husbands one woman takes interest margery seemingly naive country girl married pathologically jealous pinchwife desire pursue illicit affair horner yields multitude complications misunderstandings many left scandalously unresolved time final line spoken br br with startlingly frank explorations gender dynamics marital structures female autonomy misogyny seventeenth century societal obligations well infamous china scene positively dripping innuendo i the country wife i remains classic genre continues invite fresh exciting interpretations new performance summary tomas peter br br horner a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br harcourt a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br dorilant a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br pinchwife a href https librivox org reader 11331 scotty smith a br sparkish a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sir jasper fidget a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br boy a href https librivox org reader 13009 melanie jensen a br quack a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br margery pinchwife a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br alithea sister pinchwife a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lady fidget bookseller a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br dainty fidget sister sir jasper a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mrs squeamish a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br old lady squeamish a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lucy alithea s maid a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br editor a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br |
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13513 |
With The Royal Army Medical Corps in Egypt |
Tickner Edwardes |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Throughout the First World War, members of the Royal Army Medical Corps provided constant support for British and Allied military troops whether they were fighting on the frontline or engaged in other operations within all areas of the conflict. \n\nWith the Great War continuing unabated and the battlefront extending through Europe into the Middle East and beyond, a rapid increase in military medical support facilities and infrastructure was urgently implemented to handle the ever increasing number of wounded, maimed and sick troops evacuated from the combat zone that needed to receive urgent medical and life-saving care. \n\nCommandeering and requisitioning suitable buildings and facilities for the purpose, the British and Allied forces increased the number of hospital beds available from just a few hundred to many thousands. But these were barely sufficient to cope, when you consider that within a few days of the first fateful landings on the Gallipoli Peninsula in April 1915, the wounded began to pour into Egypt. In the first ten days alone no fewer than 16,000 cases were landed and distributed among the hospitals ashore.\n\nPublished in 1918, this book is the personal memoir of Tickner Edwardes who was an operating theatre orderly based in Egypt during the First World War. In it, he brings his uniquely perceptive and eloquent writing style to document the roles and responsibilities undertaken by the R.A.M.C. in Egypt to maintain the health, welfare and well-being of all personnel in whatever field of operations they were engaged in. - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/with-the-royal-army-medical-corps-in-egypt-by-tickner-edwardes/ |
throughout first world war members royal army medical corps provided constant support british allied military troops whether fighting frontline engaged operations within areas conflict great war continuing unabated battlefront extending europe middle east beyond rapid increase military medical support facilities infrastructure urgently implemented handle ever increasing number wounded maimed sick troops evacuated combat zone needed receive urgent medical life saving care commandeering requisitioning suitable buildings facilities purpose british allied forces increased number hospital beds available hundred many thousands barely sufficient cope consider within days first fateful landings gallipoli peninsula april 1915 wounded began pour egypt first ten days alone fewer 16 000 cases landed distributed among hospitals ashore published 1918 book personal memoir tickner edwardes operating theatre orderly based egypt first world war it brings uniquely perceptive eloquent writing style document roles responsibilities undertaken r a m c egypt maintain health welfare well being personnel whatever field operations engaged in summary steve c |
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13516 |
Fabeln |
Magnus Gottfried Lichtwer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Single author |
Fabeln, Aesop-ähnliche Geschichten in Reimen, lehrreiche Gedichte - nicht immer mit gutem Ausgang, aber auch nicht ausschließlich deprimierend oder das Recht des Stärkeren betonend. Manchmal drückt sich hier Weisheit aus, manchmal sind es harte, eventuell satirische Kommentare in Bildnissen. So würde ich diese Fabeln umschreiben, die ich durch das Librivox-anniversary fand und gelesen habe.<br><br>\nZum Autor: Lichtwer studierte Recht, Geschichte und Philosophie, trat einer Freimaurerloge bei und erblindete nach einem Unfall fast vollständig. Er arbeitete als Privatdozent, schrieb die Fabeln, heiratete, wurde Regierungsrat, Konsistorialrat, Strafrichter, Abgeordneter.\nDas Sprichwort "blinder Eifer schadet nur" wurde von ihm erfunden und durch die Fabel "Die Katzen und der Hausherr" zum auch heutzutage allseits bekannten, geflügelten Wort.<br><br>(Zusammenfassung mit Zuhilfenahme von de.wikipedia.org von schrm) |
German |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/fabeln-by-magnus-gottfried-lichtwer/ |
fabeln aesop ähnliche geschichten reimen lehrreiche gedichte nicht immer mit gutem ausgang aber auch nicht ausschließlich deprimierend oder das recht des stärkeren betonend manchmal drückt sich hier weisheit aus manchmal sind es harte eventuell satirische kommentare bildnissen würde ich diese fabeln umschreiben die ich durch das librivox anniversary fand und gelesen habe br br zum autor lichtwer studierte recht geschichte und philosophie trat einer freimaurerloge bei und erblindete nach einem unfall fast vollständig er arbeitete als privatdozent schrieb die fabeln heiratete wurde regierungsrat konsistorialrat strafrichter abgeordneter das sprichwort blinder eifer schadet nur wurde von ihm erfunden und durch die fabel die katzen und der hausherr zum auch heutzutage allseits bekannten geflügelten wort br br zusammenfassung mit zuhilfenahme von de wikipedia org von schrm |
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13517 |
Stupor Mundi: The Life and Times of Frederick II Emperor of the Romans King of Sicily and Jerusalem 1194-1250 |
Lionel Allshorn |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Frederick II (1194-1250), under whose reign the Holy Roman Empire reached its greatest territorial extent, was called by his contemporaries "Stupor Mundi," the "astonishment of the world." Frequently at war with the papacy, which was hemmed in between Frederick's northern and southern Italian lands, he was excommunicated four times. Frederick spoke six languages and was an avid patron of the arts. He negotiated a peace treaty ending the sixth crusade, reigned over a cosmopolitan court at Palermo, and entrusted the administration of his southern kingdom to an efficient Muslim and Jewish bureaucracy. Allshorn writes that "around his name there gathered a glamour of strangeness and splendour, of genius soaring to perilous questionings of eternal truths, of unbreakable resolution and of unconquerable pride." - Summary by Pamela Nagami |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/stupor-mundi-the-life-and-times-of-frederick-ii-emperor-of-the-romans-king-of-sicily-and-jerusalem-1194-1250-by-lionel-allshorn/ |
frederick ii 1194 1250 whose reign holy roman empire reached greatest territorial extent called contemporaries stupor mundi astonishment world frequently war papacy hemmed frederick s northern southern italian lands excommunicated four times frederick spoke six languages avid patron arts negotiated peace treaty ending sixth crusade reigned cosmopolitan court palermo entrusted administration southern kingdom efficient muslim jewish bureaucracy allshorn writes around name gathered glamour strangeness splendour genius soaring perilous questionings eternal truths unbreakable resolution unconquerable pride summary pamela nagami |
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12789 |
13518 |
To London Town |
Arthur Morrison |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Written to complement <a href="https://librivox.org/tales-of-mean-streets-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">Tales of Mean Streets</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/child-of-the-jago-a-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">A Child of the Jago</a>, and the final book in the trilogy, To London Town examines the mean streets and tough lives of the inhabitants of the East End of London. The novel described in graphic detail living conditions in the East End, including the permeation of violence into everyday life. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/to-london-town-by-arthur-morrison/ |
written complement a href https librivox org tales of mean streets by arthur morrison target _blank tales mean streets a a href https librivox org child of the jago a by arthur morrison target _blank a child jago a final book trilogy london town examines mean streets tough lives inhabitants east end london novel described graphic detail living conditions east end including permeation violence everyday life |
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12790 |
13519 |
Old Testament Legends Being Stories Out Of Some Of The Less-Known Apocryphal Books Of The Old Testament |
M. R. James |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Religious Fiction |
M R James was a well regarded English scholar who studied the medieval period (he also wrote great ghost stories!). Apocryphal books are ancient literatures about biblical events and characters but these books are not included in the Bible. (Some books regarded as apocryphal by Protestant tradition are included in Catholic, Anglican, and Orthodox Bibles.) They are sources of stories and legends that were elaborated about the beloved biblical narratives. The Preface contains a good explanation of apocryphal literature. In this 1913 book Dr. James has collected and edited eight of those legends. He intended his book for a youth audience but more mature readers will find the stories no less interesting. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/old-testament-legends-being-stories-out-of-some-of-the-less-known-apocryphal-books-of-the-old-testament-by-m-r-james/ |
r james well regarded english scholar studied medieval period he also wrote great ghost stories apocryphal books ancient literatures biblical events characters books included bible some books regarded apocryphal protestant tradition included catholic anglican orthodox bibles sources stories legends elaborated beloved biblical narratives preface contains good explanation apocryphal literature 1913 book dr james collected edited eight legends intended book youth audience mature readers find stories less interesting summary david wales |
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13520 |
Oliver Twist (version 3) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Oliver Twist was published in 1838 as a three volume book. The novel was the first of Dickens' works to realistically portray the degradation and impoverishment of the London underworld and its denizens. Dickens utilises the environment and characters to illustrate his belief that poverty leads to crime. The plot of this novel centres around and follows the journey of the parish boy "Oliver Twist." Oliver has been in the parish orphanage all his short life, a place overcrowded and constantly short of food. When Oliver has the temerity to ask for more after the evening meal of gruel he astonishes and horrifies the parish board and the parish beadle. They promptly sell him on to the local undertaker for the princely sum of 5 pounds. Oliver runs away and thus the journey begins! Oliver is drawn unwittingly into the London criminal underworld by a superbly characterised pickpocket; one known as 'The Artful Dodger' a streetwise, flamboyant boy who is a master at his craft. He is introduced to the unscrupulous Jew named 'Fagin' who controls the complete gang of pickpockets and ruffians. Oliver is uncomfortable in this den of iniquity and absconds, he is sheltered by a man who spots something about Oliver's demeanour and features which lead him to investigate his parentage. Before long Oliver is retaken by the bullying, insensitive criminal housebreaker 'Bill Sykes' and once more finds himself caught in Fagin's coils. As the plot unwinds we meet many finely drawn good and bad characters, and the vivid descriptions of the seamier side of London in that period are superlative. - Summary by Peter Keeble |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-version-3-by-charles-dickens/ |
oliver twist published 1838 three volume book novel first dickens works realistically portray degradation impoverishment london underworld denizens dickens utilises environment characters illustrate belief poverty leads crime plot novel centres around follows journey parish boy oliver twist oliver parish orphanage short life place overcrowded constantly short food oliver temerity ask evening meal gruel astonishes horrifies parish board parish beadle promptly sell local undertaker princely sum 5 pounds oliver runs away thus journey begins oliver drawn unwittingly london criminal underworld superbly characterised pickpocket one known the artful dodger streetwise flamboyant boy master craft introduced unscrupulous jew named fagin controls complete gang pickpockets ruffians oliver uncomfortable den iniquity absconds sheltered man spots something oliver s demeanour features lead investigate parentage long oliver retaken bullying insensitive criminal housebreaker bill sykes finds caught fagin s coils plot unwinds meet many finely drawn good bad characters vivid descriptions seamier side london period superlative summary peter keeble |
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13521 |
Mrs. Warren's Profession |
George Bernard Shaw |
Satire |
.Mrs. Warren's Profession is a play written by George Bernard Shaw in 1893, and first performed in London in 1902 but was banned after two performances because of the profession talked about. The play is about a former prostitute, now a madam (brothel proprietor), who attempts to come to terms with her disapproving daughter. It illustrates Shaw's belief that the act of prostitution was not caused by moral failure but by economic necessity. It also has a lot to say about the hypocrisy of English society that profited from many despised and illegal professions and used people in despicable ways but pretended to look down on them. This was probably why it was banned, not because of the 'profession' of Mrs. Warren, but because it exposed very highly placed people doing nasty things to make money. - Summary by phil chenevert and Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-warrens-profession-by-george-bernard-shaw-2/ |
mrs warren s profession play written george bernard shaw 1893 first performed london 1902 banned two performances profession talked about play former prostitute madam brothel proprietor attempts come terms disapproving daughter illustrates shaw s belief act prostitution caused moral failure economic necessity also lot say hypocrisy english society profited many despised illegal professions used people despicable ways pretended look them probably banned profession mrs warren exposed highly placed people nasty things make money summary phil chenevert wikipedia |
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13522 |
Memoirs of a Country Doll |
Mary Curtis |
General |
A doll tells the story of her adventuresome life in rural England. This story, written by an 11 year old girl in the style of a dolls autobiography these stories are delightfully fresh and childlike at the same time. We follow her from her start in a long box in a store in Soho through several 'mothers', travels, illnesses and adventures. Enjoy. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/memoirs-of-a-country-doll-by-mary-curtis/ |
doll tells story adventuresome life rural england story written 11 year old girl style dolls autobiography stories delightfully fresh childlike time follow start long box store soho several mothers travels illnesses adventures enjoy summary phil chenevert |
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12794 |
13523 |
Mark Twain: A Biography - Volume III |
Albert Bigelow Paine |
Biography & Autobiography, Humor, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This work has been considered the "go-to" bio of Mark Twain for over a hundred years. Albert Bigelow Paine (July 10, 1861 – April 9, 1937) was an American author and biographer best known for his work with Mark Twain. These recordings of Paine's exhaustive biography cover Twain's personal and literary life in detail, heretofore, unapproached. The published work is divided into 7 sections, on three separate recordings:<br>\n<br>\nRecording #1<br>\n-VOLUME I, Part 1: 1835-1866<br>\n-VOLUME I, Part 2: 1866-1875<br>\n<br>\nRecording #2<br>\n-VOLUME II, Part 1: 1875-1886<br>\n-VOLUME II, Part 2: 1886-1900<br>\n<br>\nRecording #3 (This Recording)<br>\n-VOLUME III, Part 1: 1900-1907<br>\n-VOLUME III, Part 2: 1907-1910<br>\n-Appendixes<br>\n( John Greenman and Wikipedia with special thanks to Eberhard Schneider, Altlußheim, Germany) </p> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-a-biography-volume-iii-by-albert-bigelow-paine/ |
work considered go to bio mark twain hundred years albert bigelow paine july 10 1861 april 9 1937 american author biographer best known work mark twain recordings paine s exhaustive biography cover twain s personal literary life detail heretofore unapproached published work divided 7 sections three separate recordings br br recording 1 br volume i part 1 1835 1866 br volume i part 2 1866 1875 br br recording 2 br volume ii part 1 1875 1886 br volume ii part 2 1886 1900 br br recording 3 this recording br volume iii part 1 1900 1907 br volume iii part 2 1907 1910 br appendixes br john greenman wikipedia special thanks eberhard schneider altlußheim germany p |
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12795 |
13524 |
One Hundred Years In Yosemite: The Story Of A Great Park And Its Friends |
Carl Parcher Russell |
History , Nature, Travel & Geography |
This recording of the 1931 (1947 second edition) book about Yosemite National Park comprises the narrative text about the Park from its discovery by non-natives in the Indian War of 1851 to the mid-twentieth century. The printed book contains dozens of early photographs and drawings, as well as an extensive timeline and bibliography, which are not here recorded. The author (1894-1967) was an ecologist, historian, and administrator. He was an officer of the U.S. National Park Service for thirty four years, serving as the Chief Naturalist of Yosemite from 1923-1929 and later as Park Superintendent. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1947 |
https://librivox.org/one-hundred-years-in-yosemite-the-story-of-a-great-park-and-its-friends-by-carl-parcher-russell/ |
recording 1931 1947 second edition book yosemite national park comprises narrative text park discovery non natives indian war 1851 mid twentieth century printed book contains dozens early photographs drawings well extensive timeline bibliography recorded author 1894 1967 ecologist historian administrator officer u s national park service thirty four years serving chief naturalist yosemite 1923 1929 later park superintendent summary david wales |
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12796 |
13525 |
Please Buy My Verses |
Anonymous |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Please Buy My Verses by Anonymous.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 18, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nPLEASE BUY MY VERSES. \n\nPRICE: WHAT YOU PLEASE \n\nThe Bearer Lost His Eyesight While Blasting in December, 1868. - Summary by text |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/please-buy-my-verses-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings please buy verses anonymous br weekly poetry project november 18 2018 br br please buy verses price please bearer lost eyesight blasting december 1868 summary text |
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12797 |
13526 |
His New Brother |
Joseph Crosby Lincoln |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of His New Brother by Joseph Crosby Lincoln.\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 18, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nA friend has objected to the title of this book on the ground that, as many of the characters and scenes described are to be found in almost any coast village of the United States, the title might, with equal fitness, be "New Jersey Ballads," or "Long Island Ballads," or something similar.<br><br>\n\nThe answer to this is, simply, the particular specimens here dealt with were individuals whom the author knew in his boyhood "down on the Cape." So, "Cape Cod Ballads" it is. - The author from the introduction. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/his-new-brother-by-joseph-crosby-lincoln/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings new brother joseph crosby lincoln fortnightly poetry project november 18 2018 br br friend objected title book ground that many characters scenes described found almost coast village united states title might equal fitness new jersey ballads long island ballads something similar br br answer is simply particular specimens dealt individuals author knew boyhood down cape so cape cod ballads is author introduction |
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12798 |
13527 |
Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night (Arabian Nights) Volume 10 |
Anonymous |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and the voyages of Sinbad the Sailor. This collection comes from the tenth of sixteen volumes translated by Richard Francis Burton. |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-thousand-nights-and-a-night-volume-10-by-anonymous/ |
collection stories collected thousands years various authors translators scholars amalgam mythology folk tales indian sub continent persia arabia original manuscript ever found several versions date collection s genesis somewhere ad 800 900 stories wound together device long series cliff hangers told shahrazad husband shahryar prevent executing her many tales become independently famous come book among ali baba forty thieves voyages sinbad sailor collection comes tenth sixteen volumes translated richard francis burton |
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13528 |
pédagogue n'aime pas les enfants |
Henri Roorda |
Essays & Short Works |
Dans cet essai publié en 1917, Henri Roorda (1870-1925) fait une critique de la pédagogie scolaire, tout à la fois joyeusement grinçante, mélancolique, lyrique, constructive... libertaire. Son propos reste d'une grande actualité, à plus de cent ans de distance. (summary by PetitPoiSon) |
French |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/le-pedagogue-naime-pas-les-enfants-by-henri-roorda/ |
dans cet essai publié en 1917 henri roorda 1870 1925 fait une critique de la pédagogie scolaire tout à la fois joyeusement grinçante mélancolique lyrique constructive libertaire son propos reste d une grande actualité à plus de cent ans de distance summary petitpoison |
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13529 |
St. Bonaventure's Life of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ |
Saint Bonaventure |
Christianity - Commentary, Christianity - Biographies |
Seeing himself as "unequal to so great a task", St. Bonaventure nevertheless endeavored to introduce his readers to the practice of "the most beneficial of all devout exercises, and that which is most capable of leading [them] to the summit of Christian perfection": the contemplation of the life of Our Lord. By "frequent and habitual meditations on that divine subject" even "very illiterate persons" have been raised to such "familiarity, confidence, and love of him" that they have become "profoundly versed in the most sublime mysteries of God". What better way "to arm our breast against the flattering, yet fleeting vanities of the world; to render us steady amidst tribulations and adversities; and finally, to preserve us from vice, and facilitate the possession of every virtue"? He addresses his reader in "plain and unpolished" language, "that you may the more easily comprehend the matter here treated, and study rather to improve your mind and heart than flatter your ears." "I hope still more, that if you are but diligent in the exercise of this devout study, that the Lord, whose life is here treated of, will become your master and instructor."\n - Summary by ekortright |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/st-bonaventures-life-of-our-lord-and-saviour-jesus-christ-by-saint-bonaventure/ |
seeing unequal great task st bonaventure nevertheless endeavored introduce readers practice the beneficial devout exercises capable leading them summit christian perfection contemplation life lord frequent habitual meditations divine subject even very illiterate persons raised familiarity confidence love him become profoundly versed sublime mysteries god better way to arm breast flattering yet fleeting vanities world render us steady amidst tribulations adversities finally preserve us vice facilitate possession every virtue addresses reader plain unpolished language that may easily comprehend matter treated study rather improve mind heart flatter ears i hope still more diligent exercise devout study lord whose life treated of become master instructor summary ekortright |
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13530 |
Love and Longing |
Philip Max Raskin |
Poetry |
Philip Max Raskin was a Jewish poet about whose life not much can be found today. His poetry, however, lives on, and some poems are still well-known today. This volume contains a series of love-poems, sometimes conveying hope and happiness, sometimes longing and disappointment. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/love-and-longing-by-philip-max-raskin/ |
philip max raskin jewish poet whose life much found today poetry however lives on poems still well known today volume contains series love poems sometimes conveying hope happiness sometimes longing disappointment summary carolin |
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13531 |
Fallen Leaves |
Wilkie Collins |
General Fiction |
Amelius Goldenheart, the hero of this story, is expelled from a Utopian community in New England and finds himself in London. His story is dominated by a number of women, all of them in some way a "fallen leaf", whom he tries to rescue. One of them is the reason he was expelled from the community in which he lived, another the wife of his only acquaintance, a young prostitute, and his fiancé. Trying to help where he can and at the same time trying to navigate this unfamiliar English society is testing both Amelius as well as the women he meets. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/the-fallen-leaves-by-wilkie-collins/ |
amelius goldenheart hero story expelled utopian community new england finds london story dominated number women way fallen leaf tries rescue one reason expelled community lived another wife acquaintance young prostitute fiancé trying help time trying navigate unfamiliar english society testing amelius well women meets summary carolin |
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13532 |
Compilation de Pensées, Textes et Poésies |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Poetry, Essays & Short Works, Philosophy |
Comme l'indique le titre, ce sont différents pensées de l'auteur, sur la vie, l'être humain, aussi la vie politique, avec deux textes, "De la Monarchie selon la Charte", et "Réflexions politiques". Chateaubriand, homme de lettres si talentueux et homme politique, Pair de France, fut un très ardent défenseur de la liberté d'expression, de la monarchie représentative et de la Charte constitutionnelle du 4 juin 1814.<br>\n\nLouis XVIII souhaitait rassembler les Français, bonapartistes, républicains et nostalgiques de l'Ancien régime.<br>\nPuis il y eut les "Cent-jours", en 1815.<br>>\nLouis XVIII est réfugié à Gand, puis rentre et la Seconde Restauration est établie.<br>\nSon neveu, le Duc de Berry, est assassiné en 1820.<br>\nVoir, à ce sujet, le livre audio : "Mémoires, lettres et pièces authentiques touchant la vie et la mort du Duc de Berry", de François-René de Chateaubriand, très intéressant, documenté, sur le plan de l'Histoire de France.<br>\nCes deux Livres audio se complètent.<br>\n\nLa nature a aussi sa place, ici, avec le joli recueil de dix poésies: "Tableaux de la nature".<br>\n- "Nous verrons" est un poème ironique, sur le temps, l’humain, et la politique, les gazettes…<br>\n- "Les Tombeaux champêtres" sont une élégie imitée de Gray, 1796, Londres. L'auteur y fut en exil.<br>\n\nSuivent des textes poétiques: <br>\n- sur la Révolution, la profanation des tombes royales de la basilique Saint-Denis, Napoléon, Condé et son descendant, le jeune Duc d'Enghien mort en 1804 exécuté dans les fossés de Vincennes, choc absolument intense pour les Monarchistes, écrit en 1812;<br>\n- en hommage à la Reine de Prusse, méprisée par Napoléon, écrit à Berlin en 1821; <br>\n- "Les Alpes ou l'Italie" écrit en 1822, la vie de l'auteur; <br>\n- "Le Départ", Paris 1827, souvenirs de ses voyages et la fin de la vie.<br>\nCeci pour clore cette Compilation consacrée à F.-R. de Chateaubriand. - Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1836 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-pensees-textes-et-poesies-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
comme l indique le titre ce sont différents pensées de l auteur sur la vie l être humain aussi la vie politique avec deux textes de la monarchie selon la charte et réflexions politiques chateaubriand homme de lettres si talentueux et homme politique pair de france fut un très ardent défenseur de la liberté d expression de la monarchie représentative et de la charte constitutionnelle du 4 juin 1814 br louis xviii souhaitait rassembler les français bonapartistes républicains et nostalgiques de l ancien régime br puis il eut les cent jours en 1815 br louis xviii est réfugié à gand puis rentre et la seconde restauration est établie br son neveu le duc de berry est assassiné en 1820 br voir à ce sujet le livre audio mémoires lettres et pièces authentiques touchant la vie et la mort du duc de berry de françois rené de chateaubriand très intéressant documenté sur le plan de l histoire de france br ces deux livres audio se complètent br la nature aussi sa place ici avec le joli recueil de dix poésies tableaux de la nature br nous verrons est un poème ironique sur le temps l humain et la politique les gazettes br les tombeaux champêtres sont une élégie imitée de gray 1796 londres l auteur fut en exil br suivent des textes poétiques br sur la révolution la profanation des tombes royales de la basilique saint denis napoléon condé et son descendant le jeune duc d enghien mort en 1804 exécuté dans les fossés de vincennes choc absolument intense pour les monarchistes écrit en 1812 br en hommage à la reine de prusse méprisée par napoléon écrit à berlin en 1821 br les alpes ou l italie écrit en 1822 la vie de l auteur br le départ paris 1827 souvenirs de ses voyages et la fin de la vie br ceci pour clore cette compilation consacrée à f r de chateaubriand summary christianejehanne |
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13533 |
Armageddon- 2419 A.D. (Version 3) |
Philip Francis Nowlan |
Science Fiction |
This is the original ‘Buck Rogers’ SF classic. Thrill to the adventures of Anthony "Buck" Rogers, one of the most celebrated characters in the history of science fiction. Famed in comic strips, television, in movies, and even radio, this is the first novel to introduce Buck Rogers to the reading public. In Armageddon – 2419 A.D., Buck, a victim of accidental suspended animation, awakens five hundred years later to discover America groaning under the tyranny of the villainous Han, ruling from the safety of their armored machine-cities. Falling in love with one of America's new warrior-women, Wilma Deering, Rogers soon become a central figure in using new-fangled scientific weapons – disintegrators, jumping belts, inertron, and paralysis rays – to revolt against the Han. 'Nuff said. Adventure awaits!!!!! (This book has no redeeming cultural value. Neither does its sequel, where the dastardly Han get what is coming to them, <i>The Airlords of Han</i>, which, incidentally, can be found in the LibriVox catalog at <a href="https://librivox.org/the-airlords-of-han-by-philip-francis-nowland/">https://librivox.org/the-airlords-of-han-by-philip-francis-nowland/ </a>) ( wikipedia and philchenevert) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/armageddon-2419-ad-by-philip-francis-nowlan/ |
original buck rogers sf classic thrill adventures anthony buck rogers one celebrated characters history science fiction famed comic strips television movies even radio first novel introduce buck rogers reading public armageddon 2419 a d buck victim accidental suspended animation awakens five hundred years later discover america groaning tyranny villainous han ruling safety armored machine cities falling love one america s new warrior women wilma deering rogers soon become central figure using new fangled scientific weapons disintegrators jumping belts inertron paralysis rays revolt han nuff said adventure awaits this book redeeming cultural value neither sequel dastardly han get coming them i the airlords han i which incidentally found librivox catalog a href https librivox org the airlords of han by philip francis nowland https librivox org the airlords of han by philip francis nowland a wikipedia philchenevert |
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13534 |
Rhyme? And Reason? (Version 2) |
Lewis Carroll |
Single author |
An 1883 selection of Lewis Carroll's satirical and comic verse. The collection ranges from the well-known and well-loved The Hunting Of The Snark, to lesser-known gems such as Phantasmagoria, a tale of the difficulties encountered by an inexperienced phantom in his first domestic haunting, and Hiawatha’s Photographing, a brilliant satire of Longfellow's The Song of Hiawatha. (Michael Maggs) |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/rhyme-and-reason-version-2-by-lewis-carroll/ |
1883 selection lewis carroll s satirical comic verse collection ranges well known well loved hunting snark lesser known gems phantasmagoria tale difficulties encountered inexperienced phantom first domestic haunting hiawatha s photographing brilliant satire longfellow s song hiawatha michael maggs |
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12806 |
13535 |
Shakespeare Monologues Collection vol. 14 |
William Shakespeare |
Plays |
This is the 14th edition of the Shakespeare Monologues Collection, in which librivox volunteers bring you their favourite characters' monologues. All topics and emotions are covered, from love to hate, comedies and tragedies, world-famous and lesser known lines. - Summary by Carolin |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-monologues-collection-vol-14-by-william-shakespeare/ |
14th edition shakespeare monologues collection librivox volunteers bring favourite characters monologues topics emotions covered love hate comedies tragedies world famous lesser known lines summary carolin |
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13536 |
Canned Fruit, Preserves, and Jellies: Household Methods of Preparation |
Maria Parloa |
Cooking |
Fruit is a favourite with many of us. But if you have fruit in your garden or collect it otherwise, you know that the season ends too soon. Preserving fruit is the key to being able to enjoy it year round! - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/canned-fruit-preserves-and-jellies-by-maria-parloa/ |
fruit favourite many us fruit garden collect otherwise know season ends soon preserving fruit key able enjoy year round summary carolin |
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13537 |
frühen Kränze |
Stefan Zweig |
Poetry |
Dies ist eine Sammlung von frühen Gedichten von Stefan Zweig. - Summary by Carolin |
German |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/die-fruehen-kraenze-by-stefan-zweig/ |
dies ist eine sammlung von frühen gedichten von stefan zweig summary carolin |
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12809 |
13538 |
Thou Shalt Not Kill |
G. K. Chesterton |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Thou Shalt Not Kill by G. K. Chesterton.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 25, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nThis Weekly Poem is taken from The Wild Knight and Other Poems by G. K. Chesterton - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/thou-shalt-not-kill-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings thou shalt kill g k chesterton br weekly poetry project november 25 2018 br br weekly poem taken wild knight poems g k chesterton summary david lawrence |
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13539 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 12) - The Odyssey (Book 12) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Μ' - Σειρῆνες. Σκύλλα. Χάρυβδις. Βόες Ἡλίου.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 12. The Sirens, Scylla and Charybdis, The Cattle of the Sun.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 12 : Les Sirènes, Charybde et Scylla, les Bœufs du Soleil.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-12-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία μ σειρῆνες σκύλλα χάρυβδις βόες ἡλίου br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 12 sirens scylla charybdis cattle sun br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 12 les sirènes charybde et scylla les bœufs du soleil br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13540 |
Story of a Bold Tin Soldier |
Laura Lee Hope |
Action & Adventure |
"Yes, I suppose you may say I have, admitted the Bold Tin Soldier. "But though my men and I have a fine home with Arnold, still I get lonesome for you toys once in a while. I have met the Sawdust Doll, the White Rocking Horse, and the Lamb on Wheels. Now I am glad to meet you all once more. And how is my friend the Candy Rabbit?" the Captain asked, as he saw the long-eared chap standing near him." This is the story of one of the toys created at Santa's workshop in North Pole Land, who comes down to earth to live with a fortunate little boy or girl. - Summary by Nan Dodge, quote from the book |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-bold-tin-soldier-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
yes suppose may say have admitted bold tin soldier but though men fine home arnold still get lonesome toys while met sawdust doll white rocking horse lamb wheels glad meet more friend candy rabbit captain asked saw long eared chap standing near him story one toys created santa s workshop north pole land comes earth live fortunate little boy girl summary nan dodge quote book |
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12812 |
13541 |
Bible (DBY) NT 10: Ephesians |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. The text for this recording comes from the second edition of the Darby Bible. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/bible-dby-nt-10-ephesians-by-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death text recording comes second edition darby bible summary aaron hultstrand |
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12813 |
13542 |
Roman Empire of the Second Century: Or, The Age of the Antonines |
William Wolfe Capes |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
This short overview of the Roman Empire from AD 96-180 opens as the murderers of Domitian raise to power the wise old senator, Nerva. Ignoring assassination rumors, his successor, the brave soldier Trajan, "went about the streets almost unguarded" and was easy of access to all classes. He was followed by the brilliant, gay emperor, Hadrian, who "revised the imperial budget with the skill of a trained accountant." We meet the immortal Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-emperor who spent his life fighting barbarians along the Danube. The book closes with chapters on the religions of the empire, on the state's response to Christianity, and on imperial administration. (Summary by Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/roman-empire-of-the-second-century/ |
short overview roman empire ad 96 180 opens murderers domitian raise power wise old senator nerva ignoring assassination rumors successor brave soldier trajan went streets almost unguarded easy access classes followed brilliant gay emperor hadrian revised imperial budget skill trained accountant meet immortal marcus aurelius philosopher emperor spent life fighting barbarians along danube book closes chapters religions empire state s response christianity imperial administration summary pamela nagami |
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12815 |
13544 |
Practice and Theory of Bolshevism |
Bertrand Russell |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science, Modern |
This book records Bertrand Russell's impressions of the new regime after a 1920 visit to Russia following the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution, including his meetings with Lenin, Trostky, and Gorky. It includes a chapter that was authored by Dora Black, educational theorist and feminist author, and Russell's spouse. This chapter was unfortunately removed in the second edition, which was issued after Dora and Bertrand divorced. This recording is dedicated to my darling wife, Jill. Happy Hanukkah and Happy 2020! - Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/practice-and-theory-of-bolshevism-by-bertrand-russell/ |
book records bertrand russell s impressions new regime 1920 visit russia following 1917 bolshevik revolution including meetings lenin trostky gorky includes chapter authored dora black educational theorist feminist author russell s spouse chapter unfortunately removed second edition issued dora bertrand divorced recording dedicated darling wife jill happy hanukkah happy 2020 summary landon d c elkind |
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12816 |
13545 |
Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book III |
John Locke |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Writing & Linguistics, Modern |
This is the third book of John Locke's Essay on Human Understanding. Book I was Neither Principles Nor Ideas Are Innate. Book II was Of Ideas and Book III is Of Words. Locke is writing about the ideas we have in our minds and the things they are to represent. What does it mean to define a thing? What is an abstract idea? What is motion? What is essential to me as an individual? What would an Englishman born in Jamaica think about ice when he went to England for the first time? What is a concrete term? Locke tackles many such questions in this third book. Book IV is Of Knowledge and Probability. - Summary by Craig Campbell |
English |
1689 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-concerning-human-understanding-book-iii-by-john-locke/ |
third book john locke s essay human understanding book neither principles ideas innate book ii ideas book iii words locke writing ideas minds things represent mean define thing abstract idea motion essential individual would englishman born jamaica think ice went england first time concrete term locke tackles many questions third book book iv knowledge probability summary craig campbell |
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12817 |
13547 |
Diary of a Birthday Doll |
Ethel Dow |
Children's Fiction |
A doll, given to a young girl for her birthday, goes through adventures and faults to get her new mother to love her. - Summary by Emma Hatton |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-diary-of-a-birthday-doll-by-ethel-dow/ |
doll given young girl birthday goes adventures faults get new mother love her summary emma hatton |
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12818 |
13548 |
Élève Gilles |
André Lafon |
General Fiction |
Texte de 1912, Grand prix de littérature de l’Académie française en 1912. Un jeune garçon et sa vie dans un collège. La vie de famille est évoquée avec beaucoup de finesse psychologique, dans un environnement socio-économique particulier. Le portrait, la personnalité sensible de Gilles sont très bien cernés de par la structure littéraire de ce récit, en quatre parties. La nature, très présente, environne cette histoire, en termes choisis et évocateurs. - Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/elevegilles-by-andre-lafon/ |
texte de 1912 grand prix de littérature de l académie française en 1912 un jeune garçon et sa vie dans un collège la vie de famille est évoquée avec beaucoup de finesse psychologique dans un environnement socio économique particulier le portrait la personnalité sensible de gilles sont très bien cernés de par la structure littéraire de ce récit en quatre parties la nature très présente environne cette histoire en termes choisis et évocateurs summary christianejehanne |
| 12829 |
12819 |
13549 |
Future of the American Negro |
Booker T. Washington |
Modern (19th C) |
The history of African American enslavement, freedom from slavery, and the need for education as a prerequisite for success. - Summary by kirk202 |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-future-of-the-american-negro-by-booker-t-washington/ |
history african american enslavement freedom slavery need education prerequisite success summary kirk202 |
| 12830 |
12820 |
13550 |
Compilation de poèmes - 012 |
Various |
Poetry |
Cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus, en langue française, pour LibriVox. - Summary by Ezwa |
French |
0 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-poemes-012-by-various/ |
cette compilation comprend une série de poèmes lus en langue française pour librivox summary ezwa |
| 12831 |
12821 |
13552 |
Said and Did |
George MacDonald |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Said and Did by George MacDonald..<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 2, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nGeorge MacDonald was a Scottish author, poet and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. His writings have been cited as a major literary influence by many notable authors, including W. H. Auden, C. S. Lewis, J. R. R. Tolkien, Walter de la Mare, E. Nesbit, and Madeleine L'Engle. C. S. Lewis wrote that he regarded MacDonald as his "master". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/said-and-did-by-george-macdonald/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings said george macdonald br weekly poetry project december 2 2018 br br george macdonald scottish author poet christian minister pioneering figure field fantasy literature mentor fellow writer lewis carroll writings cited major literary influence many notable authors including w h auden c s lewis j r r tolkien walter de la mare e nesbit madeleine l engle c s lewis wrote regarded macdonald master summary wikipedia |
| 12832 |
12822 |
13553 |
Christmas at Church |
Hattie Howard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Christmas at Church by Hattie Howard.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 2, 2018. <br> ------<br>\n\nThis Fortnightly Poem is taken from Poems by Hattie Howard, Pub 1902 (David Lawrence ) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-at-church-by-hattie-howard/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings christmas church hattie howard br fortnightly poetry project december 2 2018 br br fortnightly poem taken poems hattie howard pub 1902 david lawrence |
| 12833 |
12823 |
13554 |
Story of a Sawdust Doll |
Laura Lee Hope |
General |
This is the first in the series of twelve Make Believe Stories about a sawdust doll who begins her life in Toy Town with the other dolls and toys, until she goes to live with a little girl. And then her adventures begin! - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-sawdust-doll-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
first series twelve make believe stories sawdust doll begins life toy town dolls toys goes live little girl adventures begin summary nan dodge |
| 12834 |
13074 |
13825 |
Bachelor's Dream |
Mrs. Hungerford |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
This is a wonderfully written novel by Mrs. Hungerford about the perennial bachelor and the various interests in his life, where he is a doctor by trade. From taking care of his sister's children to a possible love on the horizon, the author keeps us on our toes in this quick read of a book with its many unexpected twists and turns! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-bachelors-dream-by-mrs-hungerford/ |
wonderfully written novel mrs hungerford perennial bachelor various interests life doctor trade taking care sister s children possible love horizon author keeps us toes quick read book many unexpected twists turns |
| 12835 |
12824 |
13555 |
Wilk, psy i ludzie |
Adolf Dygasiński |
Nature & Animal Fiction |
Narrator, prywaty nauczyciel z Małowieży, przygarnia wilcze szczenię, potomka rzekomego wilkołaka, starając się go wychować w towarzystwie swoich psów. Takim obrotem sprawy jednak nie są zachwyceni miejscowi, a i w samym wychowanku wkrótce zaczyna brać górę natura przodków. (Piotr Nater)\nJako malarz zwierząt zajmuje Adolf Dygasiński w naszej beletrystyce współczesnej miejsce naczelne. Nikt mu dotąd w tym kierunku nie dorównał. (z przedmowy) |
Polish |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/wilk-psy-i-ludzie-by-adolf-dygasinski/ |
narrator prywaty nauczyciel z małowieży przygarnia wilcze szczenię potomka rzekomego wilkołaka starając się go wychować w towarzystwie swoich psów takim obrotem sprawy jednak nie są zachwyceni miejscowi w samym wychowanku wkrótce zaczyna brać górę natura przodków piotr nater jako malarz zwierząt zajmuje adolf dygasiński w naszej beletrystyce współczesnej miejsce naczelne nikt mu dotąd w tym kierunku nie dorównał z przedmowy |
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12825 |
13556 |
History of Egypt |
Frederick C. H. Wendel |
Antiquity |
The history of Egypt from the earliest times to the conquest by Alexander the Great, covering the development of Egyptian civilization: science, religion, art, language and literature. This book is written for the interested layperson, requiring no prior knowledge of Egypt, and in approachable everyday language. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-egypt-by-frederick-c-h-wendel/ |
history egypt earliest times conquest alexander great covering development egyptian civilization science religion art language literature book written interested layperson requiring prior knowledge egypt approachable everyday language summary beth thomas |
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12826 |
13557 |
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 11: American Founders |
John Lord |
Early Modern |
The eleventh volume of the Beacon Lights of History series, this volume is the first that directly refers to the United States. In this volume is found Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, John Adam, Thomas Jefferson and John Marshall. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-11-american-founders-by-john-lord/ |
eleventh volume beacon lights history series volume first directly refers united states volume found benjamin franklin george washington alexander hamilton john adam thomas jefferson john marshall summary khand |
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12827 |
13558 |
A bunch of keys, where they were found and what they might have unlocked - A Christmas book |
Tom Hood |
Children's Fiction |
This is a little collection of short stories, written by different authors and published in 1865. It is a Christmas book, and the stories will make you feel an old-fashioned Christmas spirit. All stories relate to a key that opens something, be it a door, a box, or a heart. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/a-bunch-of-keys-where-they-were-found-and-what-they-might-have-unlocked-a-christmas-book-by-various/ |
little collection short stories written different authors published 1865 christmas book stories make feel old fashioned christmas spirit stories relate key opens something door box heart summary carolin |
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12828 |
13559 |
World’s Famous Orations, Vol. V: Great Britain - III |
William Jennings Bryan |
Political Science |
In 1906, William Jennings Bryan, himself a famous American orator, and Francis Whiting Halsey published a series of the most famous orations of all time. They are ordered by both geographic area and time period, ranging from Ancient Greece to their contemporary United States. The third, fourth, and fifth volumes of this collection concern British speakers. The speeches contained in this fifth volume are ordered chronologically. We begin in the year 1865 with a speech on the Canadian Confederation, and end this volume in 1906, the year in which this volume was published, with a couple of speeches on Liberalism. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-famous-orations-vol-v-by-various/ |
1906 william jennings bryan famous american orator francis whiting halsey published series famous orations time ordered geographic area time period ranging ancient greece contemporary united states third fourth fifth volumes collection concern british speakers speeches contained fifth volume ordered chronologically begin year 1865 speech canadian confederation end volume 1906 year volume published couple speeches liberalism summary carolin |
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12829 |
13560 |
Cooking Manual of Practical Directions for Economical Every-Day Cookery |
Juliet Corson |
Cooking |
Food is one of the necessities but also one of the greatest pleasures. Knowing how to cook a good meal is therefore extremely important for all of us. Maybe you can find some inspiration for tonight's dinner in this 1877 cook book by Juliet Corson. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/the-cooking-manual-by-juliet-corson/ |
food one necessities also one greatest pleasures knowing cook good meal therefore extremely important us maybe find inspiration tonight s dinner 1877 cook book juliet corson summary carolin |
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12830 |
13561 |
Treatise on Foreign Teas |
Hugh Smith |
Cooking |
What would England be without tea? It is difficult to imagine, but there was a time in which tea was not quite as ubiquitous in Europe as it is today. This 1780 treatise contains some interesting observations on how tea was prepared at the time, and what the benefits of tea were described to be. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1780 |
https://librivox.org/a-treatise-on-foreign-teas-by-hugh-smith/ |
would england without tea difficult imagine time tea quite ubiquitous europe today 1780 treatise contains interesting observations tea prepared time benefits tea described be summary carolin |
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12831 |
13562 |
From Dawn to Noon: Poems |
Violet Fane |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Violet Fane, pseudonym of Lady Mary Montgomerie Currie. The poems convey a lot of emotion, feeling, and sympathy. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/from-dawn-to-noon-poems-by-violet-fane/ |
collection poems violet fane pseudonym lady mary montgomerie currie poems convey lot emotion feeling sympathy summary carolin |
| 12843 |
12832 |
13563 |
Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 1 |
Charles F. Horne |
History |
A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 1 of 22, covering from 5867 to 480 BC. - Summary from Title Page |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-events-by-famous-historians-volume-1-by-charles-f-horne/ |
comprehensive readable account world s history emphasizing important events presenting complete narratives master words eminent historians volume 1 22 covering 5867 480 bc summary title page |
| 12844 |
12868 |
13601 |
Santa Claus Story Book |
Unknown |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of fairy tales. The first story is a Christmas story in verse, and of course the Christmas holidays are the best time for fairy tales, but the other stories in this volume are fairy tales that can be enjoyed year-round. This volume contains classics like the story of Cinderella and the Beauty and the Beast, but also stories you may not expect, like the story of Robinson Crusoe and the story of Robin Hood. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-santa-claus-story-book-by-unknown/ |
collection fairy tales first story christmas story verse course christmas holidays best time fairy tales stories volume fairy tales enjoyed year round volume contains classics like story cinderella beauty beast also stories may expect like story robinson crusoe story robin hood summary carolin |
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12833 |
13564 |
Short History of the World |
H. G. Wells |
*Non-fiction, History |
A Short History of the World is a non-fictional historic work by English author H. G. Wells, largely inspired by Wells's earlier 1919 work The Outline of History. The book summarises the scientific knowledge of the time regarding the history of Earth and life. It starts with its origins, goes on to explain the development of the Earth and life on Earth, reaching primitive thought and the development of humankind from the Cradle of Civilisation.The book ends with the outcome of the First World War, the Russian famine of 1921, and the League of Nations in 1922. In 1934 Albert Einstein recommended the book for the study of history as a means of interpreting progress in civilisation. - Summary adopted from Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-history-of-the-world-by-h-g-wells/ |
short history world non fictional historic work english author h g wells largely inspired wells s earlier 1919 work outline history book summarises scientific knowledge time regarding history earth life starts origins goes explain development earth life earth reaching primitive thought development humankind cradle civilisation the book ends outcome first world war russian famine 1921 league nations 1922 1934 albert einstein recommended book study history means interpreting progress civilisation summary adopted wikipedia |
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12834 |
13565 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 077 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. The ever-popular detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle are joined by humor from Charles Dickens and Nathaniel Hawthorne as well as some weird and creepy selections to satisfy every taste. So sit back and enjoy the 77th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-077-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers ever popular detective stories arthur conan doyle joined humor charles dickens nathaniel hawthorne well weird creepy selections satisfy every taste sit back enjoy 77th librivox short story collection |
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12835 |
13566 |
Tempest (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy, Romance |
Few plays have been seen as a more fitting conclusion to a playwright's career than Shakespeare's <i>The Tempest</i>. Focusing on the aging sorcerer and rightful Duke of Milan, Prospero, we are transported to a remote island where magic and strange music fill the air, and the monstrous slave Caliban roams in bitterness. Seeing an opportunity to restore his slandered name, Prospero conjures a mighty storm to bring down a ship containing his wicked brother and the King of Naples, both of whom had driven him out of Milan twelve years before. By stranding them on a remote end of the island, and with the help of the airy spirit Ariel, Prospero sets out to right the wrongs that had been done to him, before renouncing his magic forever. Featuring some of the most powerful speeches in Shakespeare's canon, and with an incredible grasp on tone and the Neoclassical unities of time, place and action, <i>The Tempest</i> remains a formidable and moving farewell to both the Bard and the timeless works he left behind.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad "Hamlet" Filippone</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of Shakespeare's final work that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter <br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: Narrator; Alonso; Gonzalo; Trinculo; Iris; Boatswain; Third Mariner.<br> \n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad “Hamlet” Filippone</a></b>: Prospero; Stephano; Adrian; Ship Master; Second Mariner.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Miranda; Ariel; Antonio; Juno; First Mariner.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Caliban; Sebastian; Ferdinand; Francisco; Ceres; Fourth Mariner. |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-tempest-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
plays seen fitting conclusion playwright s career shakespeare s i the tempest i focusing aging sorcerer rightful duke milan prospero transported remote island magic strange music fill air monstrous slave caliban roams bitterness seeing opportunity restore slandered name prospero conjures mighty storm bring ship containing wicked brother king naples driven milan twelve years before stranding remote end island help airy spirit ariel prospero sets right wrongs done him renouncing magic forever featuring powerful speeches shakespeare s canon incredible grasp tone neoclassical unities time place action i the tempest i remains formidable moving farewell bard timeless works left behind br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance shakespeare s final work never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again summary tomas peter br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b narrator alonso gonzalo trinculo iris boatswain third mariner br b a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a b prospero stephano adrian ship master second mariner br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b miranda ariel antonio juno first mariner br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b caliban sebastian ferdinand francisco ceres fourth mariner |
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12836 |
13567 |
Oliver Twist (version 7) |
Charles Dickens |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Orphan boy Oliver is forced into child labor at an early age, and after a simple plea for more food, finds himself alone in the streets of London, where ultimately he becomes the center of attention for a gang of pickpockets. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone |
English |
1838 |
https://librivox.org/oliver-twist-version-7-by-charles-dickens/ |
orphan boy oliver forced child labor early age simple plea food finds alone streets london ultimately becomes center attention gang pickpockets summary brad hamlet filippone |
| 12849 |
12837 |
13569 |
Christmas Carol (Version 11) |
Charles Dickens |
Literary Fiction |
The classic Christmas story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. The result of their visit shows that redemption is achievable for even the worst of us. - Summary by wikipedia and jvanstan |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-version-11-by-charles-dickens/ |
classic christmas story ebenezer scrooge elderly miser visited ghost former business partner jacob marley spirits christmas past present yet come result visit shows redemption achievable even worst us summary wikipedia jvanstan |
| 12850 |
12838 |
13570 |
Light Invisible |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Fifteen short ghost stories by the Anglican then Roman Catholic priest, Robert Hugh Benson (1871-1914). The form of the book is of an old English Roman Catholic priest telling stories to his young friend. Benson wrote prolifically in many genres. His horror and ghost fiction are collected in The Light Invisible (1903) and A Mirror of Shalott (1907) - David Wales |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-light-invisible-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
fifteen short ghost stories anglican roman catholic priest robert hugh benson 1871 1914 form book old english roman catholic priest telling stories young friend benson wrote prolifically many genres horror ghost fiction collected light invisible 1903 mirror shalott 1907 david wales |
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12839 |
13571 |
Blessings for Chanukah |
Jessie E. Sampter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry), Other religions |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Blessings for Chanukah by Jessie E. Sampter.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 9, 2018. <br> ------<br>\nJessie Sampter was a Jewish educator, poet, and Zionist pioneer. She was born in New York City and immigrated to Palestine in 1919. In her twenties, she joined the Unitarian Church and began writing poetry. Her poems and short stories emphasized her primary concerns: pacifism, Zionism, and social justice. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/blessings-for-chanukah-by-jessie-e-sampter/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings blessings chanukah jessie e sampter br weekly poetry project december 9 2018 br br jessie sampter jewish educator poet zionist pioneer born new york city immigrated palestine 1919 twenties joined unitarian church began writing poetry poems short stories emphasized primary concerns pacifism zionism social justice summary wikipedia |
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12840 |
13572 |
Memoirs of Chateaubriand Volume V |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Memoirs |
The memoirs of Chateaubriand continue in Volume 5, with the author, now a grand hommes des lettres, still in the thick of political events, telling his story with his trademark acerbity and melancholy, interspersed with extracts from his voluminous correspondence with the literary, intellectual and political stars of his age. |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-memoirs-of-chateaubriand-volume-v-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
memoirs chateaubriand continue volume 5 author grand hommes des lettres still thick political events telling story trademark acerbity melancholy interspersed extracts voluminous correspondence literary intellectual political stars age |
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12841 |
13573 |
Fourth National Climate Assessment, Volume II: Impacts, Risks and Adaption in the United States |
US Global Change Research Program |
Earth Sciences |
Are you interested in learning about climate change and its current and future effects on the United States? The Fourth National Climate Assessment – Volume II is a 2018 report written in non-technical language by the U.S. Global Change Research Program, a panel of independent experts, as mandated by the Global Change Research Act of 1990. This report focuses on the human welfare, societal, and environmental elements of climate change and variability in the U.S., with particular attention paid to observed and projected risks and impacts. The report also considers risk reduction and the implications under different mitigation pathways.<br><br>\nThis audiobook is an abridged version of the full written report, which totaled more than 1600 pages. The Front Matter, Overview and Frequently Asked Questions chapters were recorded in their entireties, whereas only the Executive Summaries were recorded for all other chapters. |
English |
2018 |
https://librivox.org/fourth-national-climate-assessment-vol2-by-usgcrp/ |
interested learning climate change current future effects united states fourth national climate assessment volume ii 2018 report written non technical language u s global change research program panel independent experts mandated global change research act 1990 report focuses human welfare societal environmental elements climate change variability u s particular attention paid observed projected risks impacts report also considers risk reduction implications different mitigation pathways br br audiobook abridged version full written report totaled 1600 pages front matter overview frequently asked questions chapters recorded entireties whereas executive summaries recorded chapters |
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12842 |
13574 |
Story of Ahikar |
Ahikar |
Religious Fiction |
The Story of Ahikar is a fictional work. It is a colorful story but considered to be a work containing great wisdom. The story of Ahikar is considered one of the earliest "international books". It can be found in a variety of geographical translations and has been circulated in the middle east and near east regions. - Summary by CJ Plogue |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-ahikar-by-ahikar/ |
story ahikar fictional work colorful story considered work containing great wisdom story ahikar considered one earliest international books found variety geographical translations circulated middle east near east regions summary cj plogue |
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12843 |
13575 |
Making Fate |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
A group of young adults away on a nutting expedition is delayed in a hospitable home by a sudden rainstorm. After the storm, Marjorie insists that she must get home that night, albeit late, out of respect and care for her mother. Others want to extend the fun and stay away overnight. Ralph, the driver of their wagon and unspoken beau of Marjorie, is swayed by the teasing ridicule of Estelle to refuse to take them home that night. Unknown to the party, unexpected opportunities occur at Ralph's and Estelle's homes that same night, and their delay and subsequent actions profoundly affect the course of all three of their lives. (Summary by TriciaG)<br /> Sequel: <a href="https://librivox.org/overruled-by-pansy/" target="_blank">Overruled</a> <br /><br /> |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/making-fate-by-pansy/ |
group young adults away nutting expedition delayed hospitable home sudden rainstorm storm marjorie insists must get home night albeit late respect care mother others want extend fun stay away overnight ralph driver wagon unspoken beau marjorie swayed teasing ridicule estelle refuse take home night unknown party unexpected opportunities occur ralph s estelle s homes night delay subsequent actions profoundly affect course three lives summary triciag br sequel a href https librivox org overruled by pansy target _blank overruled a br br |
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12844 |
13576 |
Pérolas E Diamantes - Contos Infantis |
Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Publicado em 1908. Contos coligidos e traduzidos dos Irmãos Grimm, por Henrique Marques Júnior. O violino maravilhoso, João no auge da alegria, Pele de urso, Aventuras de João-Pequenino, Os três cabelos de ouro do Diabo, O sapateiro e os Gnomos, As Três Penas e O Violinista. São pequenos contos populares do folclore alemão. ( Lucas Oliveira) <br><br>\n\nThese are eight stories by the Brothers Grimm in a Portuguese translation. |
Portuguese |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/perolas-e-diamantes-contos-infantis-by-jacob-wilhelm-grimm/ |
publicado em 1908 contos coligidos e traduzidos dos irmãos grimm por henrique marques júnior violino maravilhoso joão auge da alegria pele de urso aventuras de joão pequenino os três cabelos de ouro diabo sapateiro e os gnomos três penas e violinista são pequenos contos populares folclore alemão lucas oliveira br br eight stories brothers grimm portuguese translation |
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12845 |
13577 |
Раковина (The Conch) |
Georgy Arkadyevich Shengeli |
Single author |
«Раковина» - главный сборник стихотворений Георгия Шенгели, демонстрирующий отточенную технику и литературную эрудицию. С середины 1930-х годов Шенгели оригинальных стихов практически не публиковал, но занимался переводческой и организаторской деятельностью, стиховедением. В 1933-41 гг. работал редактором в Гослитиздате, где давал работу поэтам, лишённым возможности публиковаться и вынужденным «кормиться» переводами.<br><br>\n\n"The Conch" is the main collection of Shengeli's poetry; it demonstrates fine technique and erudition. In the mid-1930s Shengeli stopped writing poetry and turned to translations and theory of poetics. In 1933-41 he worked as an editor at the State Publishing House and provided translation opportunities to the Soviet poets who were denied other means of literary livelihood. (Summary by Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-conch-by-georgy-shengeli/ |
раковина главный сборник стихотворений георгия шенгели демонстрирующий отточенную технику и литературную эрудицию с середины 1930 х годов шенгели оригинальных стихов практически не публиковал но занимался переводческой и организаторской деятельностью стиховедением в 1933 41 гг работал редактором в гослитиздате где давал работу поэтам лишённым возможности публиковаться и вынужденным кормиться переводами br br the conch main collection shengeli s poetry demonstrates fine technique erudition mid 1930s shengeli stopped writing poetry turned translations theory poetics 1933 41 worked editor state publishing house provided translation opportunities soviet poets denied means literary livelihood summary mark chulsky |
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12846 |
13578 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 030 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 030: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-030-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 030 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
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12847 |
13579 |
Short Poetry Collection 195 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 44 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for August 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-195-by-various/ |
collection 44 poems read english librivox volunteers august 2019 |
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12848 |
13580 |
History of Britain |
John Milton |
Antiquity, Middle Ages/Middle History |
A reader of this history, encountering the frequent references to “my author,” meaning the current source, will be reminded of DON QUIXOTE and of THE MORTE D'ARTHUR, for Milton employs a style that might be called dissertational rather than novelistic; he carefully identifies his sources and often quotes from them. However, much of the scholarly documentation has been omitted from the reading—all except footnotes indicating the years—to avoid cumbersome interruptions.<br><br>\n\nWhat will be obvious to a listener, though, is that Milton uses earlier chronicles with discretion. He doubts the very existence of Arthur and proposes an ingenious explanation of the origin of his supposed father's name, Uther. When obliged to cite George Buchanan, the world-renowned neo-Latin author and tutor (later detractor) of Mary Queen of Scots, he regularly uses more than a grain of salt, in view of that scholar’s Scottish bias.<br><br>\n\nAnd as he carefully weighs the reliability of his sources, so he offers his candid opinion of the wisdom and integrity of historical figures. He sneers at the story of King Canute’s famously commanding the rising tide of waves to retire, but not for the reason one might suppose. Boadicea gets low marks, Alfred high ones—but not without some reservations. And in a long digression comparing the government of Britain, newly freed from Roman domination, to the British republic under Cromwell (for which, as Secretary of the Foreign Tongues, Milton was the voice), his criticism is so frank and savage that the passage had to be suppressed during his lifetime. Such personal opinions are what make this book entertaining and useful for the serious study of the author’s thought and personality.<br><br>\n\nThe endearingly affectionate life of the author, written by his elder nephew, Edward Philips, offers much first-hand information although its facts are not always accurate and its coverage spotty. One learns nothing, for example, about Milton’s visit to the home of Galileo, but Philips's discussion of the role his cousins played in their father’s scholarly pursuits is detailed and affords no basis to the myth that he ever dictated his poetry to his daughters. (Summary by T. A. Copeland) |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-britain-by-john-milton/ |
reader history encountering frequent references my author meaning current source reminded quixote morte d arthur milton employs style might called dissertational rather novelistic carefully identifies sources often quotes them however much scholarly documentation omitted reading all except footnotes indicating years to avoid cumbersome interruptions br br obvious listener though milton uses earlier chronicles discretion doubts existence arthur proposes ingenious explanation origin supposed father s name uther obliged cite george buchanan world renowned neo latin author tutor later detractor mary queen scots regularly uses grain salt view scholar s scottish bias br br carefully weighs reliability sources offers candid opinion wisdom integrity historical figures sneers story king canute s famously commanding rising tide waves retire reason one might suppose boadicea gets low marks alfred high ones but without reservations long digression comparing government britain newly freed roman domination british republic cromwell for which secretary foreign tongues milton voice criticism frank savage passage suppressed lifetime personal opinions make book entertaining useful serious study author s thought personality br br endearingly affectionate life author written elder nephew edward philips offers much first hand information although facts always accurate coverage spotty one learns nothing example milton s visit home galileo philips s discussion role cousins played father s scholarly pursuits detailed affords basis myth ever dictated poetry daughters summary t a copeland |
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12849 |
13581 |
Chronicles of America Volume 07 - Dutch and English on the Hudson |
Maud Wilder Goodwin |
History |
Geography is the maker of history. The course of Dutch settlement in America was predetermined by a river which runs its length of a hundred and fifty miles from the mountains to the sea through the heart of a fertile country and which offers a natural highway for transportation of merchandise and for communication between colonies. No man, however, could foresee the development of the Empire State when, on that memorable September day in 1609, a small Dutch yacht named the Halve Maene or Half Moon, under the command of Captain Henry Hudson, slipped in past the low hook of sand in front of the Navesink Heights, and sounded her way to an anchorage in what is now the outer harbor of New York. (from Chapter 1)\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-07-dutch-and-english-on-the-hudson-by-maud-wilder-goodwin/ |
geography maker history course dutch settlement america predetermined river runs length hundred fifty miles mountains sea heart fertile country offers natural highway transportation merchandise communication colonies man however could foresee development empire state when memorable september day 1609 small dutch yacht named halve maene half moon command captain henry hudson slipped past low hook sand front navesink heights sounded way anchorage outer harbor new york from chapter 1 |
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12850 |
13582 |
Ordeal of Richard Feverel |
George Meredith |
General Fiction |
After his wife's desertion, Sir Austin wants to bring up his son according to a strict educational system governing every aspect of his life. However Richard has to make his own mistakes, fall in love, and generally live his own life. This book tells about the clashes between Richard's wish to govern his own life to his father's constant interference. This book was very influential. The leading libraries of the day considered it too frank and sexually explicit and refused to buy it. Later authors including E. M. Forster, Oscar Wilde and Virginia Woolf admired and respected it. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/the-ordeal-of-richard-feverel-by-george-meredith/ |
wife s desertion sir austin wants bring son according strict educational system governing every aspect life however richard make mistakes fall love generally live life book tells clashes richard s wish govern life father s constant interference book influential leading libraries day considered frank sexually explicit refused buy it later authors including e m forster oscar wilde virginia woolf admired respected it summary stav nisser wikipedia |
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12851 |
13583 |
Priče iz Davnine |
Ivana Brlić Mažuranić |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Priče iz davnine, glasovita zbirka od osam pripovijetki-bajki Ivane Brlić-Mažuranić, u kojima je autorica ostvarila svoj književni vrhunac.[1] Zbirka je objavljena 1916. u izdanju Matice hrvatske, a drugo izdanje doživljava 1926.<br><br>Radnju pokreću likovi iz pretkršćanske, slavenske mitologije, koje je Brlić-Mažuranić, inače i dvostruka kandidatkinja za Nobelovu nagradu za književnost, stilizirala davši im određene osobine. Posluživši se oblikom bajke i fantastičnim elementima, stvorila je autonomni svijet davnine u kojem se mitski svijet spaja sa secesijski stiliziranom slikom vremena, prostora, likova i događaja. Prvo izdanje je imalo šest priča, a u drugom izdanju su dodane još dvije.<br><br>Croatian Tales of Long Ago (Croatian: Priče iz davnine), is a short story collection written by the acclaimed children's author Ivana Brlić-Mažuranić (sometimes spelled as "Ivana Berlić-Mažuranić" in English), originally published in 1916 in Zagreb by the Matica hrvatska publishing house. The collection is considered her masterpiece and it features a series of newly written fairy tales heavily inspired by motifs taken from ancient Slavic mythology of pre-Christian Croatia.<br><br>Croatian Tales of Long Ago are seen as one of the most typical examples of her writing style which has been compared by literary critics to Hans Christian Andersen and J. R. R. Tolkien due to the way it combines original fantasy plots with folk mythology. Summary by Wikipedia |
Croatian |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/price-iz-davnine-by-ivana-brlic-mazuranic/ |
priče iz davnine glasovita zbirka od osam pripovijetki bajki ivane brlić mažuranić u kojima je autorica ostvarila svoj književni vrhunac 1 zbirka je objavljena 1916 u izdanju matice hrvatske drugo izdanje doživljava 1926 br br radnju pokreću likovi iz pretkršćanske slavenske mitologije koje je brlić mažuranić inače dvostruka kandidatkinja za nobelovu nagradu za književnost stilizirala davši im određene osobine posluživši se oblikom bajke fantastičnim elementima stvorila je autonomni svijet davnine u kojem se mitski svijet spaja sa secesijski stiliziranom slikom vremena prostora likova događaja prvo izdanje je imalo šest priča u drugom izdanju su dodane još dvije br br croatian tales long ago croatian priče iz davnine short story collection written acclaimed children s author ivana brlić mažuranić sometimes spelled ivana berlić mažuranić english originally published 1916 zagreb matica hrvatska publishing house collection considered masterpiece features series newly written fairy tales heavily inspired motifs taken ancient slavic mythology pre christian croatia br br croatian tales long ago seen one typical examples writing style compared literary critics hans christian andersen j r r tolkien due way combines original fantasy plots folk mythology summary wikipedia |
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13584 |
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Version 5) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This story deals with the obvious fact that we humans are split, dual. We have urges to do the 'right' thing, to be honorable and wise, but we also frequently fail to follow these better instincts and follow instead urges to do dishonorable, evil things. We seem to battle within ourselves. Are we really composed of two different personalities housed within the same brain, within the same person? Dr Jekyll in this story is so convinced and manages by scientific means to actually split himself into his ordinary composite self, and his evil self whom he calls Mr. Hyde. The horror of this unnatural split is well documented here and shows what might happen were this possible. (summary by phil chenevert) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-strange-case-of-dr-jekyll-and-mr-hyde-by-robert-louis-stevenson-5/ |
story deals obvious fact humans split dual urges right thing honorable wise also frequently fail follow better instincts follow instead urges dishonorable evil things seem battle within ourselves really composed two different personalities housed within brain within person dr jekyll story convinced manages scientific means actually split ordinary composite self evil self calls mr hyde horror unnatural split well documented shows might happen possible summary phil chenevert |
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13075 |
13826 |
Poems of Madison Cawein Vol 4 |
Madison Cawein |
Single author |
This is Volume 4: Poems of Mystery and of Myth and Romance of the collected works of Madison Julius Cawein, an American poet from Kentucky. It falls into three sections: Poems of Mystery, Poems of Myth and Romance, and Song and Story. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-madison-cawein-vol-4-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume 4 poems mystery myth romance collected works madison julius cawein american poet kentucky falls three sections poems mystery poems myth romance song story summary larry wilson |
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12853 |
13585 |
Life of Edward the Black Prince |
Louise Creighton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
Edward the Black Prince (1330-1376) was the eldest son of King Edward III of England. He commanded the vanguard at the Battle of Crécy and, skillfully deploying his troops, defeated a much larger French force at the Battle of Poitiers. In this short biography, Louise Creighton sets Edward's life within the context of his times and portrays both the bright and the dark sides of this paragon of chivalry. (Pamela Nagami) |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-edward-the-black-prince-by-louise-creighton/ |
edward black prince 1330 1376 eldest son king edward iii england commanded vanguard battle crécy and skillfully deploying troops defeated much larger french force battle poitiers short biography louise creighton sets edward s life within context times portrays bright dark sides paragon chivalry pamela nagami |
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12854 |
13586 |
Linda Tressel |
Anthony Trollope |
Historical Fiction |
Linda Tressel lives a lonely life with her domineering aunt, Madame Staubach, in a large house in Nuremberg. Madame Staubach takes in the odious and much older Peter Steinmarc as a lodger and plans that Linda should marry him – entirely against Linda’s will. Meanwhile Linda falls in love with Ludovic Valcalm, a disreputable young man. The book follows Linda’s fortunes. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/linda-tressell-by-anthony-trollope/ |
linda tressel lives lonely life domineering aunt madame staubach large house nuremberg madame staubach takes odious much older peter steinmarc lodger plans linda marry entirely linda s will meanwhile linda falls love ludovic valcalm disreputable young man book follows linda s fortunes summary simon evers |
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12855 |
13587 |
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (version 7) |
Mark Twain |
Children's Fiction |
A slightly more complex sequel to Mark Twain's original book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, this book really shows the true side of racism in quite a different light. A brilliant masterpiece, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn follows its protagonist, Huck Finn, as he travels down the Mississippi River and learns some very important things- and even learns to see his adoptive parent's servant in a different light. ( JayKitty76 ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-version-7-by-mark-twain/ |
slightly complex sequel mark twain s original book adventures tom sawyer book really shows true side racism quite different light brilliant masterpiece adventures huckleberry finn follows protagonist huck finn travels mississippi river learns important things even learns see adoptive parent s servant different light jaykitty76 |
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12856 |
13589 |
Riallaro: The Archipelago of Exiles |
Godfrey Sweven |
Literary Fiction, Satire, Fantasy Fiction |
John Macmillan Brown was born in New Zealand and a University professor, wrote under the pseudonym Godfrey Sweven. An excerpt from the Introduction: "Absorbed in contemplation of its sublimity, I sat for a moment on a rock that rose out of the bush. I almost leapt from it, startled; a voice, unheralded, fell like a falling star through the soundless air. I had heard no footstep, no snap of trodden twig or rustle Of reluctant branch. My senses were so thrilled with the sound that its purport shot past them. There at the base of the rock stood the strangest figure that ever met my eyes." - Summary by Kirk202 |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/riallaro-the-archipelago-of-exiles-by-godfrey-sweven/ |
john macmillan brown born new zealand university professor wrote pseudonym godfrey sweven excerpt introduction absorbed contemplation sublimity sat moment rock rose bush almost leapt it startled voice unheralded fell like falling star soundless air heard footstep snap trodden twig rustle reluctant branch senses thrilled sound purport shot past them base rock stood strangest figure ever met eyes summary kirk202 |
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12857 |
13590 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 062 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Fifteen short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Volume 62 features several introspective essays: by T. S. Eliot (Tradition and Individual Talent), Stephen Leacock (The Decline of the Drama), Carlyle (The Sacredness of Work), and Jonathan Swift (A Meditation Upon a Broomstick). Life questions are further explored by theologians Agrippa von Nettesheim (The Vanity of Arts and Sciences) and Spurgeon (Effectual Calling, Sermon # 73), while spiritualist Andrew Jackson Davis presents his understanding of death and dying (The Portal of the Unknown).\n<br><br>\nPublic and political life are examined by Eltwood Pomeroy (The Follies of Legislators), Henry Ward Beecher (The American Flag), Franklin Hanford (Did Betsy Ross Design the Flag?), and Nicolas de Condorcet (On the Admission of Women to the Rights of Citizenship).\n<br><br>\nVol. 62 includes biographical sketches of two men of genius, a scientist, Nikola Tesla (Hugo Gernsback) and a painter, John Singer Sargent (Henry James). Finally, a scientific look at the destructive power of sea waves is complemented by a meditation on nature's grandeur by poet Rupert Brooke, who visits Niagara Falls and is moved to " thoughts of destiny and the passage of empires." - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-062-by-various/ |
fifteen short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers volume 62 features several introspective essays t s eliot tradition individual talent stephen leacock the decline drama carlyle the sacredness work jonathan swift a meditation upon broomstick life questions explored theologians agrippa von nettesheim the vanity arts sciences spurgeon effectual calling sermon 73 spiritualist andrew jackson davis presents understanding death dying the portal unknown br br public political life examined eltwood pomeroy the follies legislators henry ward beecher the american flag franklin hanford did betsy ross design flag nicolas de condorcet on admission women rights citizenship br br vol 62 includes biographical sketches two men genius scientist nikola tesla hugo gernsback painter john singer sargent henry james finally scientific look destructive power sea waves complemented meditation nature s grandeur poet rupert brooke visits niagara falls moved thoughts destiny passage empires summary sue anderson |
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12858 |
13591 |
History Teacher's Magazine, Vol. I, No. 5, January 1910 |
Various |
History |
"The History Teacher’s Magazine is devoted to the interests of teachers of History, Civics, and related subjects in the fields of Geography and Economics. It aims to bring to the teacher of these topics the latest news of his profession. It will describe recent methods of history teaching, and such experiments as may be tried by teachers in different parts of the country. It will keep the teacher in touch with the recent literature of history by giving an impartial judgment upon recent text-books. It will give announcements of meetings of Teachers’ Associations and accounts of their work. Its columns being open to the questions and contributions of every history teacher, it will serve as a clearing-house of ideas and ideals in the profession of history teaching." From the first issue of History Teacher's Magazine. \n\nIn this issue of the magazine, the LibriVox recording omits a section containing an index of "The Old South Leaflets." Refer to page 98 of the e-text for this index. |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-teachers-magazine-vol-i-no-5-january-1910-by-various/ |
the history teacher s magazine devoted interests teachers history civics related subjects fields geography economics aims bring teacher topics latest news profession describe recent methods history teaching experiments may tried teachers different parts country keep teacher touch recent literature history giving impartial judgment upon recent text books give announcements meetings teachers associations accounts work columns open questions contributions every history teacher serve clearing house ideas ideals profession history teaching first issue history teacher s magazine issue magazine librivox recording omits section containing index the old south leaflets refer page 98 e text index |
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12859 |
13592 |
Merry Christmas : two early birds |
Anonymous |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of A Merry Christmas : two early birds by anonymous.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 11. 2018. <br> ------<br>\n\nThis Christmas pamphlet, dated 1890, from The Mail and Empire, a Toronto newspaper, solicits Christmas donations for the newspaper delivery boys. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/a-merry-christmas-two-early-birds-by-anonymous/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings merry christmas two early birds anonymous br weekly poetry project december 11 2018 br br christmas pamphlet dated 1890 mail empire toronto newspaper solicits christmas donations newspaper delivery boys summary david lawrence |
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12861 |
13594 |
Beyond Good and Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future (Version 2) |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Contemporary |
By turns illuminating, infuriating, bewildering, and amusing, Nietzsche's masterwork covers a lot of ground. He rejects most strands of Western thought, especially on the subject of morality, and develops his own theme demanding that individuals embrace their own 'will to power' to give life intention and direction. First published in German in 1887, this translation was produced in 1907 by Helen Zimmern, a long-standing acquaintance of Nietzsche.<br /><br />There is an accessible text at http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4363 but it leaves out all words in Greek, and is not in alignment with any printed edition; hence using the archive.org version. - Summary by Cori Samuel |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/beyond-good-and-evil-by-friedrich-nietzsche-2/ |
turns illuminating infuriating bewildering amusing nietzsche s masterwork covers lot ground rejects strands western thought especially subject morality develops theme demanding individuals embrace will power give life intention direction first published german 1887 translation produced 1907 helen zimmern long standing acquaintance nietzsche br br there accessible text http www gutenberg org ebooks 4363 leaves words greek alignment printed edition hence using archive org version summary cori samuel |
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12862 |
13595 |
Interrupted Kiss |
Richard Marsh |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Clare awakens in the middle of the night with no idea why. Her husband is not in his bed and as she goes in search of him she runs into her cousin Elsie who's heard a terrified shout from Rupert. When Clare returns her husband is burning papers in the grate. Next morning they discover that Uncle John a very shady and disagreeable usurer has been murdered!! Who is the culprit and will the earlier interrupted kiss ever be completed? - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-interrupted-kiss-by-richard-marsh/ |
clare awakens middle night idea why husband bed goes search runs cousin elsie who s heard terrified shout rupert clare returns husband burning papers grate next morning discover uncle john shady disagreeable usurer murdered culprit earlier interrupted kiss ever completed summary celine major |
| 12875 |
12863 |
13596 |
Unwilling Guest |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
A young society woman travels to the country to visit her aunt, only to end up as the unwilling guest of a neighboring family. The daughter is not so sure how to deal with this unpleasant circumstance. The young man of the household has met her before. Through them, she gains new perspectives on life, faith, and love. - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/an-unwilling-guest-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
young society woman travels country visit aunt end unwilling guest neighboring family daughter sure deal unpleasant circumstance young man household met before them gains new perspectives life faith love summary likemanywaters |
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12864 |
13597 |
Knight of the White Cross |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
Adventure, pirates, a young orphan finds a place with a legendary order of knights. Fighting on sea and land to defend his people from barbaric slavers. Summary by Peter Strahm |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-knight-of-the-white-cross-by-g-a-henty/ |
adventure pirates young orphan finds place legendary order knights fighting sea land defend people barbaric slavers summary peter strahm |
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12865 |
13598 |
Tommy and the Wishing Stone |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
This is the story about Tommy and how he came to better understand the animals around him. Tommy has a favourite stone that he likes to sit upon to think about his day and ponder his troubles. He comes to name this stone the wishing-stone, as it seems to grant his impulsive wishes to become various animals that happen to cross his path while sitting there. Tommy learns first-hand about the exciting life of these animals and gains a new perspective after each exciting adventure. - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tommy-and-the-wishing-stone-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
story tommy came better understand animals around him tommy favourite stone likes sit upon think day ponder troubles comes name stone wishing stone seems grant impulsive wishes become various animals happen cross path sitting there tommy learns first hand exciting life animals gains new perspective exciting adventure summary sweethome |
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12866 |
13599 |
Emancipation of South America |
Bartolomé Mitre |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
THREE great names stand forth conspicuous in the annals of America, those of Washington, Bolívar, San Martin. Of Washington, the great leader of the Democracy of the North; of Bolívar and of San Martin, who were the emancipators of the southern half of the continent. The story of the life-work of the latter of these two is the Argument of this book.<br><br>The scene of action passes on a vast theatre, a territory extending for more than fifty degrees of latitude, from Cape Horn to the Tropic of Cancer, and occupies twenty years of strife. The starting-point of this history is the Argentine revolution; it follows the course of this revolution as it spreads over the continent, and its object is to explain the laws which governed the establishment of a family of new Republics, and the fundamental principles from which they sprang. (from the Historical Introduction).<br><br>The author of the book went on to become the President of Argentina, serving from 1862 to 1868. Summary by Piotr Nater |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-emancipation-of-south-america-by-bartolome-mitre/ |
three great names stand forth conspicuous annals america washington bolívar san martin washington great leader democracy north bolívar san martin emancipators southern half continent story life work latter two argument book br br the scene action passes vast theatre territory extending fifty degrees latitude cape horn tropic cancer occupies twenty years strife starting point history argentine revolution follows course revolution spreads continent object explain laws governed establishment family new republics fundamental principles sprang from historical introduction br br the author book went become president argentina serving 1862 1868 summary piotr nater |
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12867 |
13600 |
English Fairy Tales |
Ernest Rhys |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of old-fashioned English fairy tales. This collection, written by Ernest Rhys, founder of the Everyman's Library series of classic books, and his wife Grace, contain all the classic English fairy tales, such as Jack the Giant Killer and Tom Tit Tot. These tales have lost none of their charm in over a hundred years since they were written. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/english-fairy-tales-by-ernest-rhys/ |
collection old fashioned english fairy tales collection written ernest rhys founder everyman s library series classic books wife grace contain classic english fairy tales jack giant killer tom tit tot tales lost none charm hundred years since written summary carolin |
| 12880 |
12912 |
13649 |
Lost Lady |
Willa Sibert Cather |
Published 1900 onward |
The young Niel Herbert idolizes Marian Forrester, the beautiful and charismatic wife of a pioneering railroad magnate. After discovering Mrs Forrester’s affair with another man, Herbert loses faith in her and all he thought she represented. Content warning for one use of the N-word. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/a-lost-lady-by-willa-sibert-cather/ |
young niel herbert idolizes marian forrester beautiful charismatic wife pioneering railroad magnate discovering mrs forrester s affair another man herbert loses faith thought represented content warning one use n word summary rob marland |
| 12881 |
12869 |
13602 |
Lourdes |
Émile Zola |
Religious Fiction |
This book describes a five day national pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Lourdes, where miracle cures are hoped for. The central character is a priest, Pierre, whose faith is faltering. He is accompanying his childhood sweetheart who has been stricken with paralysis and whose faith is strong. In the background of the great irony of this relationship, there are numerous sub-plots, some tragic, some whimsical, involving a large number of characters, set in the midst of organised chaos in the pilgrimage site. Through Pierre's mental and spiritual experiences Zola explores the role of religious faith in a society coming to terms with science and reason. - Summary by Peter Tucker |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/lourdes-by-emile-zola/ |
book describes five day national pilgrimage holy shrine lourdes miracle cures hoped for central character priest pierre whose faith faltering accompanying childhood sweetheart stricken paralysis whose faith strong background great irony relationship numerous sub plots tragic whimsical involving large number characters set midst organised chaos pilgrimage site pierre s mental spiritual experiences zola explores role religious faith society coming terms science reason summary peter tucker |
| 12882 |
12870 |
13603 |
Mémoires, lettres et pièces authentiques touchant la vie et la mort de S.A.R. Monseigneur Charles-Ferdinand d'Artois, Fils de France, Duc de Berry |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Biography & Autobiography |
Le duc de Berry ( Versailles, 1778_ Paris, 1820) est le neveu de Louis XVIII, et le fils du Comte d’Artois, futur Charles X.\nIl sert dans l’armée de Condé, entre 1792 et 1797, puis passe en Angleterre.\nIl a, de sa compagne anglaise, Amy Brown, deux filles. Il rentre en France, suit le roi à Gand, en 1815 ( période des Cent-Jours, en France).\nIl fut un « ultra », sous Louis XVIII .\nIl est assassiné en 1820, par Louvel, bonapartiste. \nChateaubriand nous brosse avec talent et son érudition habituelle, la vie et la fin tragique de ce Fils de France.\nCeci est à rapprocher du livre audio : « Compilation de pensées, textes et poésies » de François-René de Chateaubriand, où les années 1814-1816 sont traitées avec précision. Tout ceci forme un tout historique précis et passionnant, sous le regard de l’auteur, homme de lettres très impliqué sur le plan politique, Pair de France, et défenseur de la liberté d’expression et de la Monarchie représentative.\n\nRésumé : Wikisource et Christiane Jehanne\n - Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/memoiresducdeberry-by-chateaubriand/ |
le duc de berry versailles 1778_ paris 1820 est le neveu de louis xviii et le fils du comte d artois futur charles x il sert dans l armée de condé entre 1792 et 1797 puis passe en angleterre il a de sa compagne anglaise amy brown deux filles il rentre en france suit le roi à gand en 1815 période des cent jours en france il fut un ultra sous louis xviii il est assassiné en 1820 par louvel bonapartiste chateaubriand nous brosse avec talent et son érudition habituelle la vie et la fin tragique de ce fils de france ceci est à rapprocher du livre audio compilation de pensées textes et poésies de françois rené de chateaubriand où les années 1814 1816 sont traitées avec précision tout ceci forme un tout historique précis et passionnant sous le regard de l auteur homme de lettres très impliqué sur le plan politique pair de france et défenseur de la liberté d expression et de la monarchie représentative résumé wikisource et christiane jehanne summary christianejehanne |
| 12883 |
12871 |
13604 |
Christmas Carol |
Sara Teasdale |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Christmas Carol by Sara Teasdale.<br>\nThis was the Christmas Weekly Poetry project for December 23, 2018. <br> ------<br>\n\nThis Christmas Poem is taken from Helen of Troy, and Other Poems by Sara Teasdale. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-carol-by-sara-teasdale/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings christmas carol sara teasdale br christmas weekly poetry project december 23 2018 br br christmas poem taken helen troy poems sara teasdale summary david lawrence |
| 12884 |
12872 |
13605 |
УШКУЙНИКИ, альманах |
Nina Berberova |
Poetry, Anthologies |
Collection of poetry by nine young authors, some of whom later became famous.<br>\n\nАльманах поэзии девяти юных авторов, некоторые из которых впоследствии приобрели известность: Нина Берберова (автор воспоминаний "Курсив Мой"), Фредерика Наппельбаум (впоследствии известная как Ольга Грудцова), Ник. Радищев (псевдоним Николая Чуковского), Николай Тихонов, Константин Вагинов, Ида Наппельбаум и др.\n(Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/ushkuiniks-by-various/ |
collection poetry nine young authors later became famous br альманах поэзии девяти юных авторов некоторые из которых впоследствии приобрели известность нина берберова автор воспоминаний курсив мой фредерика наппельбаум впоследствии известная как ольга грудцова ник радищев псевдоним николая чуковского николай тихонов константин вагинов ида наппельбаум и др mark chulsky |
| 12885 |
12873 |
13606 |
What She Said and What She Meant, and People Who Haven't Time and Can't Afford It |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Two short stories by Pansy. In "What She Said and What She Meant," Mrs. Marks detests gossip and avoids it as much as she can. But what she <i>does</i> say is vague and suggestive. It is taken, added to, and passed on by others, so that it is no longer what she <i>meant</i>, and threatens to ruin people's reputations and lives in the process. In "People Who Haven't Time and Can't Afford It," Mrs. Leymon is awakened to the needs of the abject poor in her town and works out how to help them. But will she find anyone able and willing to give of their time and money to help her with the scheme? (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/what-she-said-and-what-she-meant-and-people-who-havent-time-and-cant-afford-it-by-pansy/ |
two short stories pansy what said meant mrs marks detests gossip avoids much can i does i say vague suggestive taken added to passed others longer i meant i threatens ruin people s reputations lives process people time can t afford it mrs leymon awakened needs abject poor town works help them find anyone able willing give time money help scheme summary triciag |
| 12886 |
12874 |
13607 |
H.B.S. tijd van Joop ter Heul |
Cissy van Marxveldt |
General |
Joop ter Heul zit in de 3e klas van de H.B.S., en maakt graag plezier met haar vriendinnen van de Jopopinoloukicoclub. Ze heeft minder zin in het blokken voor de lessen, en het is maar de vraag of ze wel over gaat aan het eind van het schooljaar. Joop heeft een oudere broer Kees en zus Julie, een wat afwezige moeder en een strenge vader. Julie wordt verliefd op Joop’s natuurkundeleraar, en daar moet Joop niets van hebben. Joop beschrijft haar belevenissen in brieven aan haar vriendin Net, en in dagboekaantekeningen. Klassiek meisjesboek uit 1919. (Samenvatting door Anna Simon) |
Dutch |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/hbs-tijd-van-joop-ter-heul-by-cissy-van-marxveldt/ |
joop ter heul zit de 3e klas van de h b s en maakt graag plezier met haar vriendinnen van de jopopinoloukicoclub ze heeft minder zin het blokken voor de lessen en het maar de vraag ze wel gaat aan het eind van het schooljaar joop heeft een oudere broer kees en zus julie een wat afwezige moeder en een strenge vader julie wordt verliefd op joop s natuurkundeleraar en daar moet joop niets van hebben joop beschrijft haar belevenissen brieven aan haar vriendin net en dagboekaantekeningen klassiek meisjesboek uit 1919 samenvatting door anna simon |
| 12887 |
14021 |
14996 |
Sea |
Virna Sheard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of The Sea by Virna Sheard.\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 5, 2020. \n-----\nOne hundred and two years ago, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic claiming more than 1500 lives. This poem is a tribute to all who perished that night. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-by-virna-sheard/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings sea virna sheard fortnightly poetry project april 5 2020 one hundred two years ago titanic sank north atlantic claiming 1500 lives poem tribute perished night summary david lawrence |
| 12888 |
12875 |
13608 |
Blessed Edmund Campion |
Louise Imogen Guiney |
Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Edmund Campion, S.J., (1540 – 1581) was an English Catholic Jesuit priest and martyr. While conducting an underground ministry to the persecuted Catholics of Elizabethan England, Campion was arrested by priest hunters. Convicted of high treason, he was hanged, drawn and quartered at Tyburn. Campion was beatified by Pope Leo XIII in 1886 and canonised in 1970 by Pope Paul VI as one of the Forty Martyrs of England and Wales. (Adapted from wikipedia) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/blessed-edmund-campion-by-louise-imogen-guiney/ |
saint edmund campion s j 1540 1581 english catholic jesuit priest martyr conducting underground ministry persecuted catholics elizabethan england campion arrested priest hunters convicted high treason hanged drawn quartered tyburn campion beatified pope leo xiii 1886 canonised 1970 pope paul vi one forty martyrs england wales adapted wikipedia |
| 12889 |
12876 |
13609 |
Antología de Cuentos Hispanoamericanos |
Various |
Short Stories |
La idea inicial es organizar una lectura colaborativa, de manera que cada cuento sea leído por un voluntario originario o que domine el acento nativo del país de procedencia del cuento con el objetivo de disfrutar y celebrar la riqueza de la cultura hispanoamericana y la diversidad del idioma español.. (Epachuko) |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/antologia-de-cuentos-hispanoamericanos-by-various/ |
la idea inicial es organizar una lectura colaborativa de manera que cada cuento sea leído por un voluntario originario que domine el acento nativo del país de procedencia del cuento con el objetivo de disfrutar celebrar la riqueza de la cultura hispanoamericana la diversidad del idioma español epachuko |
| 12890 |
12877 |
13610 |
Story of a White Rocking Horse |
Laura Lee Hope |
General |
The White Rocking Horse is another of the wonderful, magical toys who were made in Santa's workshop in North Pole Village. They "make believe" come alive, but only when no people are around to see them, and they have all sorts of adventures! This is the second in the series of 12 Make Believe Stories. - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-white-rocking-horse-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
white rocking horse another wonderful magical toys made santa s workshop north pole village make believe come alive people around see them sorts adventures second series 12 make believe stories summary nan dodge |
| 12891 |
12878 |
13611 |
Joyous Days Then and Now |
Harry Lee Marriner |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by newspaperman-poet Harry Lee Marriner, published in 1910. Many of the poems are on the joyous days then, reflecting on childhood and the simpler times, with a measure of nostalgia and pathos, which the author uses to advantage for his poetry. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/joyous-days-then-and-now-by-harry-lee-marriner/ |
volume poetry newspaperman poet harry lee marriner published 1910 many poems joyous days then reflecting childhood simpler times measure nostalgia pathos author uses advantage poetry summary carolin |
| 12892 |
12879 |
13612 |
Life Waves |
Frances Cook Steen |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by American author Frances Cook Steen, published in 1922. These poems reflect with clarity on the preceding decade, including the war and all the other personal and historical events which Ms Steen lived through and witnessed. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/life-waves-by-frances-cook-steen/ |
volume poetry american author frances cook steen published 1922 poems reflect clarity preceding decade including war personal historical events ms steen lived witnessed summary carolin |
| 12893 |
12880 |
13613 |
Something New for my Little Friends |
Unknown |
Poetry |
This is a collection of stories in verse for children. Published in 1866 by an author only known by the initials F.F., these poems teach children the virtues, their duties, and what happens to ill-behaving little boys and girls. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/something-new-for-my-little-friends-by-unknown/ |
collection stories verse children published 1866 author known initials f f poems teach children virtues duties happens ill behaving little boys girls summary carolin |
| 12894 |
12881 |
13615 |
Battle of the Books |
Gail Hamilton |
Satire, Business & Economics |
"When, in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for an author to dissolve the bands which have connected him with his publishers, a decent respect for the opinions of mankind requires that he should declare the causes which impel him to the separation." So begins the alleged author's introduction to this work, which chronicles the conflict between a female author and her publisher. This conflict really did happen, although the details (dates, names, etc.) in this book are fictitious. For more information about the actual situation, see the author's Wikipedia article. |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/a-battle-of-the-books-by-gail-hamilton/ |
when course human events becomes necessary author dissolve bands connected publishers decent respect opinions mankind requires declare causes impel separation begins alleged author s introduction work chronicles conflict female author publisher conflict really happen although details dates names etc book fictitious information actual situation see author s wikipedia article |
| 12895 |
12882 |
13616 |
Little Colonel's Chum: Mary Ware |
Annie Fellows Johnston |
Historical |
This volume is the result of an avalanche of letters that, reached the author, Annie Fellows Johnston, complaining that she skipped in the Little Colonel series. To entreaties she has responded with this charming, wholesome volume, in which she fills in the skipped places. Mary Ware is a lovable little girl, not a very little one either, because she is old enough to go to boarding-school, and her ingenuity is evidenced by her sleeping calmly under a raised umbrella because a troublesome roommate adjusted the electric light so it shone on her pillow. Likewise it proves that she is unsuperstitious. The volume as a whole is delightful, and any girl may be proud to number its heroine among her book friends. This is the ninth volume in the "Little Colonel Series". (Summary from an original 1908 review) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-colonels-chum-mary-ware-by-annie-fellows-johnston/ |
volume result avalanche letters that reached author annie fellows johnston complaining skipped little colonel series entreaties responded charming wholesome volume fills skipped places mary ware lovable little girl little one either old enough go boarding school ingenuity evidenced sleeping calmly raised umbrella troublesome roommate adjusted electric light shone pillow likewise proves unsuperstitious volume whole delightful girl may proud number heroine among book friends ninth volume little colonel series summary original 1908 review |
| 12896 |
12883 |
13617 |
Romance of Piracy |
Edward Keble Chatterton |
True Crime |
The Library of Romance is a series of books concerning the romance of scientific facts, be it biology, chemistry, history, or politics. This volume is one of history, concerning an account of the known facts of piracy, starting with the Vikings, and arching in history and geography toward an account of piracy in Chinese waters at around the time of publication of this volume (1914). - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-piracy-by-edward-keble-chatterton/ |
library romance series books concerning romance scientific facts biology chemistry history politics volume one history concerning account known facts piracy starting vikings arching history geography toward account piracy chinese waters around time publication volume 1914 summary carolin |
| 12897 |
12884 |
13618 |
Gloria, Parte 1 |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
"Gloria" es una novela que relata las costumbres católicas de los españoles desde épocas remotas, especialmente narra la religiosidad de una bella dama, hija de un hombre ilustre en el pueblo de Ficóbriga, quien habiendo recibido dicha doctrina desde su nacimiento, pone en duda sus creencias; y ya en su adultez sus dudas incrementan cuando encuentra el amor de su vida, quien será el protagonista de su mayor fortuna y desgracia. (Summary by Kendal Rigans) |
Spanish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/gloriaparte-1-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
gloria es una novela que relata las costumbres católicas de los españoles desde épocas remotas especialmente narra la religiosidad de una bella dama hija de un hombre ilustre en el pueblo de ficóbriga quien habiendo recibido dicha doctrina desde su nacimiento pone en duda sus creencias ya en su adultez sus dudas incrementan cuando encuentra el amor de su vida quien será el protagonista de su mayor fortuna desgracia summary kendal rigans |
| 12898 |
12885 |
13619 |
Tum Tum, the Jolly Elephant |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
Tum Tum is such a good-natured elephant, even through all his adventures. He is always so helpful, whether in his jungle home or in the circus, Tum Tum could be counted on to help everyone. That helpfulness got Tum Tum caught in the trap, but he made the best of the situation. (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/tum-tum-the-jolly-elephant-by-richard-barnum/ |
tum tum good natured elephant even adventures always helpful whether jungle home circus tum tum could counted help everyone helpfulness got tum tum caught trap made best situation ann boulais |
| 12899 |
12886 |
13620 |
Silver Chimes in Syria: Glimpses of a Missionary's Experiences |
William S. Nelson |
Christianity - Biographies |
William S. Nelson, D.D., was appointed as a missionary to Syria by the Board of Foreign Missions of the Presbyterian Church, USA in 1888. In this short works, as the title suggests, he gives glimpses into his life as a missionary against the background of Syrian culture. |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/silver-chimes-in-syria-glimpses-of-a-missionarys-experiences-by-william-s-nelson/ |
william s nelson d d appointed missionary syria board foreign missions presbyterian church usa 1888 short works title suggests gives glimpses life missionary background syrian culture |
| 12900 |
12887 |
13621 |
Mirror Of Shalott |
Robert Hugh Benson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Fourteen stories of the strange by the Anglican then Roman Catholic priest, Robert Hugh Benson (1871-1914). The form of the book is of stories told by a gathering of Roman Catholic clergy. Benson wrote prolifically in many genres. His horror and ghost fiction are collected in The Light Invisible (1903) and A Mirror of Shalott (1907) - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-mirror-of-shalott-by-robert-hugh-benson/ |
fourteen stories strange anglican roman catholic priest robert hugh benson 1871 1914 form book stories told gathering roman catholic clergy benson wrote prolifically many genres horror ghost fiction collected light invisible 1903 mirror shalott 1907 summary david wales |
| 12901 |
12888 |
13622 |
Ancient Tales and Folklore of Japan |
Richard Gordon Smith |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
Tales of Folklore are often of special interest. Anything may happen to ordinary mortals in the world painted by folklore. But it becomes even more interesting when you dive into folklore of places away from your own culture. <br></br>This volume is a collection of ancient Japanese tales. We hear of ordinary mortals interacting with the spirit world, sometimes to their benefit, sometimes to their doom, we hear of love and hate, and of war and peace. Some of the stories will be entirely new to most readers, some of them will be uncannily familiar. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/ancient-tales-and-folklore-of-japan-by-richard-gordon-smith/ |
tales folklore often special interest anything may happen ordinary mortals world painted folklore becomes even interesting dive folklore places away culture br br this volume collection ancient japanese tales hear ordinary mortals interacting spirit world sometimes benefit sometimes doom hear love hate war peace stories entirely new readers uncannily familiar summary carolin |
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12889 |
13623 |
Here and Hereafter |
Barry Pain |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of stories by Barry Pain. While not all of these fall squarely into the genre of ghost and horror story, for which the author is so well-known until today, many of them will send chills down the spines of reader and listeners, and all of them are well-crafted and enjoyable. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/here-and-hereafter-by-barry-pain/ |
collection stories barry pain fall squarely genre ghost horror story author well known today many send chills spines reader listeners well crafted enjoyable summary carolin |
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12890 |
13624 |
Град |
Николай Оцуп |
Single author |
First book of poetry by Nikolai Otsup, student of Gumilev, who decided to emigrate after the Bolsheviks killed his teacher.\nThis recording is dedicated to the memory of Vladimir Oytser, a poetry guru whose opinions always were inspiration for me. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/grad-by-nikolai-otsup/ |
first book poetry nikolai otsup student gumilev decided emigrate bolsheviks killed teacher recording dedicated memory vladimir oytser poetry guru whose opinions always inspiration me summary mark chulsky |
| 12904 |
12891 |
13625 |
Little Bit of Fluff |
Walter W. Ellis |
Plays |
According to the website www.stagebeauty.net, this is the 5th longest running play ever, with over 1200 original performances. Like Charley's Aunt (number 2 on the list and released by Librivox earlier in 2018), this also is a farce. An insurance investigator, a possible fraudulent injury claim, a lost necklace, an aged aunt with a more than passing resemblance to someone else, and of course, that Little Bit of Fluff - all conspire to cause great confusion.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nJOHN AYERS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nBERTRAM TULLY, His friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nNIXON TRIPPETT, Inspector of Claims for the Motor ’Bus Company: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nDR. BIGLAND, Also for the Motor ’Bus Company: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPAMELA, Mrs. John Ayers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12923">EmmaHatton</a><br>\nMAMIE SCOTT, From the Five Hundred Club: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nAUNT HANNAH, Mr. Tully’s Aunt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nURSULA, Mr. Tully’s Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12900">Aleacia Messiah</a><br>\nCHALMERS, Mrs. Ayers’ Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13128">Elisabeth Holland</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-bit-of-fluff-by-walter-w-ellis/ |
according website www stagebeauty net 5th longest running play ever 1200 original performances like charley s aunt number 2 list released librivox earlier 2018 also farce insurance investigator possible fraudulent injury claim lost necklace aged aunt passing resemblance someone else course little bit fluff conspire cause great confusion summary toddhw br br cast list br john ayers a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br bertram tully friend a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br nixon trippett inspector claims motor bus company a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br dr bigland also motor bus company a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br pamela mrs john ayers a href https librivox org reader 12923 emmahatton a br mamie scott five hundred club a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br aunt hannah mr tully s aunt a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br ursula mr tully s maid a href https librivox org reader 12900 aleacia messiah a br chalmers mrs ayers maid a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 13128 elisabeth holland a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
| 12905 |
12892 |
13626 |
Libro de Poemas (Version 2) |
Federico García Lorca |
Single author |
Libro de poemas de Federico García Lorca es una recopilación de 57 poemas escritos en diversos años, algunos dedicados a la naturaleza y otros a cuestionamientos de la naturaleza humana. (Summary by Kendal Rigans) |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/libro-de-poemas-by-federico-garcia-lorca/ |
libro de poemas de federico garcía lorca es una recopilación de 57 poemas escritos en diversos años algunos dedicados la naturaleza otros cuestionamientos de la naturaleza humana summary kendal rigans |
| 12906 |
14022 |
15001 |
O. Henryana |
O. Henry |
Humorous Fiction |
A book of poems and short stories. - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/o-henryana-by-o-henry/ |
book poems short stories summary fritz |
| 12907 |
12893 |
13627 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 13) - The Odyssey (Book 13) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Ν' - Ὀδυσσέως ἄφιξις εἰς Ἰθάκην.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 13. Ulysses is Taken Back to Ithaca.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 13 : Le rapatriement d’Ulysse et son arrivée dans Ithaque.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-13-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία ν ὀδυσσέως ἄφιξις εἰς ἰθάκην br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 13 ulysses taken back ithaca br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 13 le rapatriement d ulysse et son arrivée dans ithaque br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
| 12908 |
12894 |
13628 |
Blood Road |
Katharine Lee Bates |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Blood Road by Katharine Lee Bates.<br>\nThis was the New Year's Weekly Poetry project for December 30. 2018. <br> ------<br>\n\nKatharine Lee Bates was an American writer, poet, professor, and social activist. Although she was a renowned author and professor during her lifetime, today she is primarily remembered as the author of the words to the anthem "America the Beautiful". For 25 years, she lived with her long-time friend and companion, Katharine Coman. This poem taken from 'America the beautiful and other poems' 1911. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/blood-road-by-katharine-lee-bates/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings blood road katharine lee bates br new year s weekly poetry project december 30 2018 br br katharine lee bates american writer poet professor social activist although renowned author professor lifetime today primarily remembered author words anthem america beautiful 25 years lived long time friend companion katharine coman poem taken america beautiful poems 1911 summary wikipedia |
| 12909 |
12895 |
13629 |
Hurlbut's Life of Christ For Young and Old |
Jesse Lyman Hurlbut |
Christianity - Other |
Hurlbut's Life of Christ For Young and Old is a detailed, chronological presentation of the life of Christ, relying heavily on quoted portions of Scripture/ Rev. Hurlbut makes the gospel story accessible for the reader as each episode and teaching is presented as natural dialog. The Life of Christ is a worthy companion to his larger multi-volume Story of the Bible. These are true classics of Christian literature. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/hurlbuts-life-of-christ-for-young-and-old-by-jesse-lyman-hurlbut/ |
hurlbut s life christ young old detailed chronological presentation life christ relying heavily quoted portions scripture rev hurlbut makes gospel story accessible reader episode teaching presented natural dialog life christ worthy companion larger multi volume story bible true classics christian literature summary larry wilson |
| 12910 |
12896 |
13630 |
Year When Stardust Fell |
Raymond Fisher Jones |
Science Fiction |
The story of The Year When Stardust Fell is not a story of the distant future or of the remote past. It is not a story of a never-never land where fantastic happenings take place daily. It is a story of my town and yours, of people like you and me and the mayor in townhall, his sheriff on the corner, and the professor in the university—a story that happens no later than tomorrow. It is the portrayal of the unending conflict between ignorance and superstition on one hand, and knowledge and cultural enlightenment on the other as they come into conflict with each other during an unprecedented disaster brought on by the forces of nature. - Summary by The Author |
English |
1958 |
https://librivox.org/the-year-when-stardust-fell-by-raymond-fisher-jones/ |
story year stardust fell story distant future remote past story never never land fantastic happenings take place daily story town yours people like mayor townhall sheriff corner professor university a story happens later tomorrow portrayal unending conflict ignorance superstition one hand knowledge cultural enlightenment come conflict unprecedented disaster brought forces nature summary author |
| 12911 |
12897 |
13631 |
Seven Seas |
Rudyard Kipling |
Poetry |
This is a collection of some of the poetry of Rudyard Kipling, These poems are centered around travelling, many of which may have been written by Kipling during his various travels. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-seven-seas-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
collection poetry rudyard kipling poems centered around travelling many may written kipling various travels summary carolin |
| 12912 |
12898 |
13632 |
George Dandin: or The Abashed Husband |
Molière |
Plays, Satire, Satire |
"The treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle having been ratified ... and peace being assured ... Louis XIV resolved to give a festival in his favorite gardens of Versailles. Moliere's comedy, George Dandin, formed the chief entertainment." The plot: A wife comes home rather late, finds the door shut, and threatens to kill herself if her husband does not let her in. She pretends to do so; the good man rushes out quite terrified; the wife, meanwhile, sneaks in, and he is in his turn locked out. Add in her idiot parents (Sotenville means Idiot In Town) and this should be the usual madcap fun.\n - Summary by Translator and ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nGeorge Dandin, a rich farmer, husband to Angelique: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nMonsieur De Sotenville, a country gentleman, Angelique's father: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nClitandre, in love with Angelique: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLubin, a peasant, Clitandre's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nColin, George Dandin's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nAngelique, George Dandin's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nMadam De Sotenville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nClaudine, Angelique's maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br><br> |
English |
18 |
https://librivox.org/george-dandin-or-the-abashed-husband-by-moliere/ |
the treaty aix la chapelle ratified peace assured louis xiv resolved give festival favorite gardens versailles moliere s comedy george dandin formed chief entertainment plot wife comes home rather late finds door shut threatens kill husband let in pretends so good man rushes quite terrified wife meanwhile sneaks in turn locked out add idiot parents sotenville means idiot town usual madcap fun summary translator toddhw br br cast list br george dandin rich farmer husband angelique a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br monsieur de sotenville country gentleman angelique s father a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br clitandre love angelique a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br lubin peasant clitandre s servant a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br colin george dandin s servant a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br angelique george dandin s wife a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br madam de sotenville a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br claudine angelique s maid a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
| 12913 |
12899 |
13633 |
L'Art Pour l'Art |
Various |
Literary Collections |
A disparate assemblage of lingual mastery spanning genres and prowess with an eye toward style in favor of capitulation. (summary by kilpatrick83)<br /><br />Tocsin was translated by W. H. Lowe (1848-1917)<br />Maldoror was translated by John Rodker (1894-1955)<br />Gridale was translated by F. S. Flint (1885-1960).<br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lart-pour-lart-by-various/ |
disparate assemblage lingual mastery spanning genres prowess eye toward style favor capitulation summary kilpatrick83 br br tocsin translated w h lowe 1848 1917 br maldoror translated john rodker 1894 1955 br gridale translated f s flint 1885 1960 br |
| 12914 |
12926 |
13664 |
Story of a Lamb on Wheels |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction |
The Lamb on Wheels is the third in the series of Make Believe Stories, about toys and dolls, made in the North Pole workshop of Santa Claus, who find themselves in toy stores, where they "make believe come to life," have games and adventures, and then hopefully go home with a boy or a girl. Does the Lamb on Wheels find her special boy or girl? Have a listen, and find out! - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-lamb-on-wheels-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
lamb wheels third series make believe stories toys dolls made north pole workshop santa claus find toy stores make believe come life games adventures hopefully go home boy girl lamb wheels find special boy girl listen find out summary nan dodge |
| 12915 |
12900 |
13634 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1869 - 1876) |
Ulysses S. Grant |
Literary Collections |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Ulysses S. Grant. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1869-1876-by-ulysses-s-grant/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses ulysses s grant summary wikipedia |
| 12916 |
12901 |
13635 |
Prophet (version 2) |
Kahlil Gibran |
Single author |
The Prophet is an inspirational book of 28 lyrical prose essays on life, love, children, religion, work, and more, - written in English by the Lebanese artist, philosopher and writer Kahlil Gibran. It was originally published in 1923 by Alfred A. Knopf, and is Gibran's best known work. The Prophet has been translated into over 40 different languages and has never been out of print. (Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-prophet-version-2-by-kahlil-gibran/ |
prophet inspirational book 28 lyrical prose essays life love children religion work more written english lebanese artist philosopher writer kahlil gibran originally published 1923 alfred a knopf gibran s best known work prophet translated 40 different languages never print summary michele fry soloist |
| 12917 |
12902 |
13636 |
Tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen Vol. 1 |
Howard Carter |
History , Memoirs |
On 26 November 1922, after eight years of work in the Valley of the Kings, archeologist Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen, a pharaoh of the 18th dynasty (around 1300 BCE). Different than all the tombs hitherto excavated, this was the first to be virtually undisturbed, and Carters words on a first look inside "Yes, wonderful things!" have gone down in history. <br>Excavating the tomb in full took eight years, and most of the 5,398 items that were found there are now on display in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, with the exception of the mummy of Tut-Ankh-Amen that remained in the tomb where it was laid to rest. <br>This first volume of Howard Carter's memoirs, written in late 1923, recounts the finding and opening of the tomb, the clearing of the antechamber, and the opening of the sealed door leading to the burial chamber. - Summary by Availle |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-tomb-of-tut-ankh-amen-vol-1-by-howard-carter/ |
26 november 1922 eight years work valley kings archeologist howard carter discovered tomb tut ankh amen pharaoh 18th dynasty around 1300 bce different tombs hitherto excavated first virtually undisturbed carters words first look inside yes wonderful things gone history br excavating tomb full took eight years 5 398 items found display egyptian museum cairo exception mummy tut ankh amen remained tomb laid rest br this first volume howard carter s memoirs written late 1923 recounts finding opening tomb clearing antechamber opening sealed door leading burial chamber summary availle |
| 12918 |
12903 |
13638 |
garçonne |
Victor Margueritte |
Literary Fiction |
Ce "roman de moeurs" à thèse présente une jeune femme indépendante menant une vie sexuelle très libre. Cet ouvrage a fait scandale (il a valu à son auteur de se voir retirer la Légion d'Honneur), mais a été un énorme succès de librairie. (Résumé de PetitPoiSon d'après Wikipédia) <br>\nExtrait du livre:<br>\n"– Il faut que tu saches cependant, dit Mme Lerbier décidée à avoir le dernier mot, qu’avec tes façons de parler et d’agir au gré de tes seules inspirations, tu passes pour une toquée. Au fond, tu es un garçon manqué ! Regarde tes amies, Ginette ou Michelle. Voilà de vraies jeunes filles. Michelle surtout !<br>\nMonique reposa son verre. Elle avait failli s’étrangler. Et profitant de ce que la femme de chambre sortait:<br>\n– Leur mari n’en aura pas l’étrenne !<br>\nMme Lerbier gloussa, scandalisée. Elle eut voulu que Monique, tout en n’étant pas absolument une oie blanche, gardât jusqu’au mariage cette ignorance décente que discrètement la mère, à la veille du grand soir, éclaire... Mais, sous prétexte d’éducation scientifique, cette franchise qui ne reculait devant rien, même pas, au besoin, devant l’appellation, par leur nom, des organes les plus secrets !... Non !... Quoi qu’en pensât tante Sylvestre, certains chapitres de l’histoire naturelle devaient pour les jeunes filles se borner au règne végétal. Aux précisions anatomiques Mme Lerbier préférait, « en dépit de son pseudo-danger », l’ombre dormante, la pudeur, – c’est cela ! – « la pudeur du mystère ! » La pudeur, quand elle avait lâché ce grand mot, elle avait tout dit.<br>\n– Tu me fais bien souffrir, murmura-t-elle.<br>\n– Il faut en prendre ton parti, maman. Depuis la guerre nous sommes toutes devenues, plus ou moins, des garçonnes !" <br> |
French |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/la-garconne-by-victor-margueritte/ |
ce roman de moeurs à thèse présente une jeune femme indépendante menant une vie sexuelle très libre cet ouvrage fait scandale il valu à son auteur de se voir retirer la légion d honneur mais été un énorme succès de librairie résumé de petitpoison d après wikipédia br extrait du livre br il faut que tu saches cependant dit mme lerbier décidée à avoir le dernier mot qu avec tes façons de parler et d agir au gré de tes seules inspirations tu passes pour une toquée au fond tu es un garçon manqué regarde tes amies ginette ou michelle voilà de vraies jeunes filles michelle surtout br monique reposa son verre elle avait failli s étrangler et profitant de ce que la femme de chambre sortait br leur mari n en aura pas l étrenne br mme lerbier gloussa scandalisée elle eut voulu que monique tout en n étant pas absolument une oie blanche gardât jusqu au mariage cette ignorance décente que discrètement la mère à la veille du grand soir éclaire mais sous prétexte d éducation scientifique cette franchise qui ne reculait devant rien même pas au besoin devant l appellation par leur nom des organes les plus secrets non quoi qu en pensât tante sylvestre certains chapitres de l histoire naturelle devaient pour les jeunes filles se borner au règne végétal aux précisions anatomiques mme lerbier préférait en dépit de son pseudo danger l ombre dormante la pudeur c est cela la pudeur du mystère la pudeur quand elle avait lâché ce grand mot elle avait tout dit br tu fais bien souffrir murmura t elle br il faut en prendre ton parti maman depuis la guerre nous sommes toutes devenues plus ou moins des garçonnes br |
| 12919 |
12904 |
13639 |
Morning Dawn |
Rev. Leonard Wilson Arnold Luckey |
Single author |
"The Morning Dawn, Bar Harbor, Maine: a Very Comprehensive Poem Illustrating and Describing the Scenic Beauty of the United States; Lafayette National Park, the Queen of Resorts" , is the complete title of this charming little book about Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. Lafayette National Park was designated by the U.S. Congress in 1919 and was the first National Park in the Eastern United States. It was renamed to Acadia National Park in 1929. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-morning-dawn-by-rev-leonard-wilson-arnold-luckey/ |
the morning dawn bar harbor maine comprehensive poem illustrating describing scenic beauty united states lafayette national park queen resorts complete title charming little book mount desert island acadia national park lafayette national park designated u s congress 1919 first national park eastern united states renamed acadia national park 1929 summary nemo |
| 12920 |
12905 |
13640 |
maison du péché |
Marcelle Tinayre |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Romance |
Histoire d'amour.\nVoici un très beau roman, riche et profond, très apprécié et commenté, écrit d’une plume raffinée et poétique ; les sentiments complexes des personnages sont cernés avec subtilité ; la nature, les saisons, les couleurs sont omniprésentes, décrites avec un sens esthétique remarquable.\nRejoignons la France de la fin du 19ème siècle, son évolution, la société parisienne, et celle d’un village près de Port-Royal-des-Champs, qui fut un haut lieu janséniste,\net les personnages, si bien évoqués :\nAugustin de Chanteprie, imprégné de religion et de l’histoire de sa famille, qui va découvrir l’amour auprès de Fanny Manolé, artiste pastelliste à Paris, tous leurs proches, et amis…\net Jacquine dite La Chavoche, et Madame de Chanteprie, la Sainte, les deux mères d’Augustin, à son berceau, à son chevet.\nUn bel ouvrage qui porte à réfléchir.\nM. Tinayre fut très proche des milieux artistiques.\nElle est enterrée à Grosrouvre, dans les Yvelines, France.\n- Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/la-maison-du-peche-by-marcelle-tinayre/ |
histoire d amour voici un très beau roman riche et profond très apprécié et commenté écrit d une plume raffinée et poétique les sentiments complexes des personnages sont cernés avec subtilité la nature les saisons les couleurs sont omniprésentes décrites avec un sens esthétique remarquable rejoignons la france de la fin du 19ème siècle son évolution la société parisienne et celle d un village près de port royal des champs qui fut un haut lieu janséniste et les personnages si bien évoqués augustin de chanteprie imprégné de religion et de l histoire de sa famille qui va découvrir l amour auprès de fanny manolé artiste pastelliste à paris tous leurs proches et amis et jacquine dite la chavoche et madame de chanteprie la sainte les deux mères d augustin à son berceau à son chevet un bel ouvrage qui porte à réfléchir m tinayre fut très proche des milieux artistiques elle est enterrée à grosrouvre dans les yvelines france summary christianejehanne |
| 12921 |
12906 |
13641 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 063 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain, independently chosen by the readers. Volume 63 features essays on a variety of topics: the emotion of the multitude in drama (Yeats), audience (Encyclopedia Britannica), corpulence and diet (Banting), charity (Ambrose Bierce), the forgotten man (Sumner), murder (DeQuincey), suicide (Bierce), free masonry (Albert Pike), the poetic principle (Poe), and the evils of slavery (Othello). Excerpts from Kierkegaard explore his philosophy. Biographical sketches include Calamity Jane, Joseph Glidden, Lucy Bakewell Audubon, and J. M. W. Turner, while Joseph Conrad speaks to his own life in A Familiar Preface. Rounding out the volume is a fascinating 1674 meet-up with a miraculous sea-monster (probably a giant squid). Summary by Sue Anderson\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-063-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works public domain independently chosen readers volume 63 features essays variety topics emotion multitude drama yeats audience encyclopedia britannica corpulence diet banting charity ambrose bierce forgotten man sumner murder dequincey suicide bierce free masonry albert pike poetic principle poe evils slavery othello excerpts kierkegaard explore philosophy biographical sketches include calamity jane joseph glidden lucy bakewell audubon j m w turner joseph conrad speaks life familiar preface rounding volume fascinating 1674 meet up miraculous sea monster probably giant squid summary sue anderson |
| 12922 |
12907 |
13642 |
Fires and Fire-Fighters |
John Kenlon |
Technology & Engineering |
John Kenlon became a New York City firefighter in 1887, and was appointed Fire Chief in 1911. In 1913, he wrote this authoritative book surveying the history of fire-fighting from ancient Rome to 20th-century New York. The first part of the book explores the evolution of fire-fighting techniques in various countries and the development of equipment and organization, and describes several famous historical fires and how they were fought. The remainder of the book discusses in greater detail some particular types of fires confronting an urban fire department in 1913, such as hotel, theater, factory, hospital, and school fires, sea port fires, and skyscraper fires. The author also emphasizes the need for high pressure water delivery systems, sprinkler systems, modern apparatus, and proper training for firefighters, and touches on the role of underwriters and salvage corps. - Summary by Maria Kasper |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/fires-and-fire-fighters-by-john-kenlon/ |
john kenlon became new york city firefighter 1887 appointed fire chief 1911 1913 wrote authoritative book surveying history fire fighting ancient rome 20th century new york first part book explores evolution fire fighting techniques various countries development equipment organization describes several famous historical fires fought remainder book discusses greater detail particular types fires confronting urban fire department 1913 hotel theater factory hospital school fires sea port fires skyscraper fires author also emphasizes need high pressure water delivery systems sprinkler systems modern apparatus proper training firefighters touches role underwriters salvage corps summary maria kasper |
| 12923 |
12908 |
13643 |
Bulbs and Blossoms |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Children's Fiction, Family, Religion |
Two young children, recently arrived back in England from India, discover their aunt's old gardener, and together they explore the beautiful hope of springtime, Easter, and eternal life. - Summary by Emily Isabella |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/bulbs-and-blossoms-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
two young children recently arrived back england india discover aunt s old gardener together explore beautiful hope springtime easter eternal life summary emily isabella |
| 12924 |
12909 |
13644 |
Selected Poems |
Elizabeth Siddal |
Single author, Lyric |
Elizabeth Siddal was a British poet, artist and model. Her poems were not published in a single volume in her lifetime; this collection brings together fifteen of her verses on themes such as loss and relationships. Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-elizabeth-siddal/ |
elizabeth siddal british poet artist model poems published single volume lifetime collection brings together fifteen verses themes loss relationships summary newgatenovelist |
| 12925 |
12910 |
13646 |
Владислав Ходасевич, Стихи и Переводы |
Vladislav Khodasevich |
Single author |
Владислав Ходасевич (1886 - 1939) — русский поэт, критик, мемуарист и историк литературы, пушкинист.\nОтец поэта был из польских дворян, мать из крещеной еврейской семьи. Отсюда его интерес как к русской, так и к еврейской литературе. Эта аудиокнига представляет как оригинальные стихи Ходасевича (книга стихов 1920—1922 гг. "Тяжелая лира"), так и переводы с иврита.<br><br>Vladislav Khodasevich (1886 - 1939) was a Russian poet and literary critic. His father was a Polish nobleman, and his mother was of Jewish descent whose family had converted to Christianity and gave her a Catholic upbringing. This audiobook presents both Khodasevich's original poetry (A Hefty Lyre collection) and translations from Hebrew poets.<br><br>(Summary by Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/poetry-by-vladislav-khodasevich/ |
владислав ходасевич 1886 1939 русский поэт критик мемуарист и историк литературы пушкинист отец поэта был из польских дворян мать из крещеной еврейской семьи отсюда его интерес как к русской так и к еврейской литературе эта аудиокнига представляет как оригинальные стихи ходасевича книга стихов 1920 1922 гг тяжелая лира так и переводы с иврита br br vladislav khodasevich 1886 1939 russian poet literary critic father polish nobleman mother jewish descent whose family converted christianity gave catholic upbringing audiobook presents khodasevich s original poetry a hefty lyre collection translations hebrew poets br br summary mark chulsky |
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13647 |
Use Of The Dead To The Living |
Thomas Southwood Smith |
Health & Fitness, Law, Medical |
In 1827 Thomas Southwood-Smith published The Use of the Dead to the Living, a pamphlet which argued that the current system of burial in the United Kingdom was a wasteful use of bodies that could otherwise be used for dissection by the medical profession. "If, by any appropriation of the dead, I can promote the happiness of the living, then it is my duty to conquer the reluctance I may feel to such a disposition of the dead, however well-founded or strong that reluctance may be". Southwood-Smith's lobbying helped lead to the 1832 Anatomy Act, the legislation which allowed the state to seize unclaimed corpses from workhouses and sell them to surgical schools. While this act is credited with ending the practice of grave robbery, it has also been condemned as discriminatory against the poor. Thomas Southwood- Smith (1788 – 1861) was an English physician and sanitary reformer. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales |
English |
1827 |
https://librivox.org/use-of-the-dead-to-the-living-by-thomas-southwood-smith/ |
1827 thomas southwood smith published use dead living pamphlet argued current system burial united kingdom wasteful use bodies could otherwise used dissection medical profession if appropriation dead promote happiness living duty conquer reluctance may feel disposition dead however well founded strong reluctance may be southwood smith s lobbying helped lead 1832 anatomy act legislation allowed state seize unclaimed corpses workhouses sell surgical schools act credited ending practice grave robbery also condemned discriminatory poor thomas southwood smith 1788 1861 english physician sanitary reformer summary wikipedia david wales |
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13651 |
L'Art de Lire |
Emile Faguet |
Education, Literary Criticism |
Un ouvrage passionnant sur la Littérature, comment lire et aborder différents textes, romans, philosophiques, poétiques, pièces de théâtre, auteurs connus, plus complexes, etc... Une belle approche du "comment lire", un art qui est aussi une passion pour tous les amoureux de la langue. Une réflexion littéraire très enrichissante.<br></br>\nEn Additif, un article très intéressant, sur l’orthographe, ... vaste débat..., et traité avec vivacité, érudition et grand talent par Émile Faguet.<br></br>\nEt, pour clore, un second et dernier additif : un aspect intéressant avec le Portrait littéraire, Nietzsche et les femmes. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/lart-de-lire-by-emile-faguet/ |
un ouvrage passionnant sur la littérature comment lire et aborder différents textes romans philosophiques poétiques pièces de théâtre auteurs connus plus complexes etc une belle approche du comment lire un art qui est aussi une passion pour tous les amoureux de la langue une réflexion littéraire très enrichissante br br en additif un article très intéressant sur l orthographe vaste débat et traité avec vivacité érudition et grand talent par émile faguet br br et pour clore un second et dernier additif un aspect intéressant avec le portrait littéraire nietzsche et les femmes summary christiane jehanne |
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12914 |
13652 |
Tale of Chirpy Cricket |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Chirpy Cricket is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. (Summary by Larry Wilson) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-chirpy-cricket-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale chirpy cricket one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
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12915 |
13653 |
St. Francis of Assisi |
G. K. Chesterton |
Biography & Autobiography, Christianity - Biographies |
For Chesterton, Francis of Assisi is a great paradoxical figure, a man who loved women but vowed himself to chastity; an artist who loved the pleasures of the natural world as few have loved them, but vowed himself to the most austere poverty, stripping himself naked in the public square so all could see that he had renounced his worldly goods; a clown who stood on his head in order to see the world aright. Chesterton gives us Francis in his world-the riotously colorful world of the High Middle Ages, a world with more pageantry and romance than we have seen before or since. Here is the Francis who tried to end the Crusades by talking to the Saracens, and who interceded with the emperor on behalf of the birds. Here is the Francis who inspired a revolution in art that began with Giotto and a revolution in poetry that began with Dante. Here is the Francis who prayed and danced with pagan abandon, who talked to animals, who invented the creche. I read this book as a young man and not only did it introduce me to the amazing world of Chesterton, but it was a revelation of how an entire culture could be captured in a slim volume. (summary by Phil Chenevert, Wikipedia and various other PD sources) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/st-francis-of-assisi-by-g-k-chesterton/ |
chesterton francis assisi great paradoxical figure man loved women vowed chastity artist loved pleasures natural world loved them vowed austere poverty stripping naked public square could see renounced worldly goods clown stood head order see world aright chesterton gives us francis world the riotously colorful world high middle ages world pageantry romance seen since francis tried end crusades talking saracens interceded emperor behalf birds francis inspired revolution art began giotto revolution poetry began dante francis prayed danced pagan abandon talked animals invented creche read book young man introduce amazing world chesterton revelation entire culture could captured slim volume summary phil chenevert wikipedia various pd sources |
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12916 |
13654 |
Secret of Casa Grande |
Helen Randolph |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Action & Adventure |
While visiting their friend, Florence, at her home in Mexico, Jo Ann and Peggy noticed a barred window which has no opening into any of the rooms of an ancient adobe house. Curious to find out what it is, the girls tried to investigate but no one seems eager to help them. Undaunted, the girls made plans to get there only to encounter dangers and find a thrilling discovery. - Summary by Mary Escano |
English |
1936 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-casa-grande-by-helen-randolph/ |
visiting friend florence home mexico jo ann peggy noticed barred window opening rooms ancient adobe house curious find is girls tried investigate one seems eager help them undaunted girls made plans get encounter dangers find thrilling discovery summary mary escano |
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12917 |
13655 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 033 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-story-collection-vol-033-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long leggedy beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual |
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12918 |
13656 |
Characters of Shakespeare's Plays |
William Hazlitt |
Literary Criticism, Essays |
This famous Shakespearean exploration illuminates its plays through the frame of character, while also weighing theme, mood, structure and poetics. In it, 19th-century critic William Hazlitt unveils Shakespeare's genius in creating and infusing characters with a life-likeness that often challenges, if not overshadows, more material human nature -- in both inner and outer worlds. As he writes: "The characters breathe, move, and live, ... think and speak and act just as they might do, if left entirely to themselves." The first printing sold out in weeks, and the second sold briskly, until a harsh and antagonistic appraisal in The Quarterly Review quelled sales altogether -- and unraveled Hazlitt's critical cachet in the eyes of the general public. Not until the mid-twentieth century were Hazlitt and his works re-evaluated, when he was finally recognized as one of Shakespeare's foremost critics of all time. In literary criticism, the renowned Harold Bloom ranks Hazlitt second only to Dr. Johnson. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/characters-of-shakespeares-plays-by-william-hazlitt/ |
famous shakespearean exploration illuminates plays frame character also weighing theme mood structure poetics it 19th century critic william hazlitt unveils shakespeare s genius creating infusing characters life likeness often challenges overshadows material human nature inner outer worlds writes the characters breathe move live think speak act might do left entirely themselves first printing sold weeks second sold briskly harsh antagonistic appraisal quarterly review quelled sales altogether unraveled hazlitt s critical cachet eyes general public mid twentieth century hazlitt works re evaluated finally recognized one shakespeare s foremost critics time literary criticism renowned harold bloom ranks hazlitt second dr johnson summary nemo |
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12925 |
13663 |
Power of a Lie |
Johan Bojer |
Published 1900 onward |
Norby is requested to guarantee a bank loan for Wangen and he obliges, signing the loan document in the presence of a witness. Some time later the witness dies. Years after that Wangen defaults on the loan, requiring Norby to pay the balance, but Norby declares his signature on the document to be a forgery. The profound effects of this lie on Wangen, Norby, their wives, families and community form the basis of this brilliant Norwegian novel, presented here in a first-rate English translation. (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-power-of-a-lie-by-johan-bojer/ |
norby requested guarantee bank loan wangen obliges signing loan document presence witness time later witness dies years wangen defaults loan requiring norby pay balance norby declares signature document forgery profound effects lie wangen norby wives families community form basis brilliant norwegian novel presented first rate english translation lee smalley |
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12919 |
13657 |
Roots of the Mountains |
William Morris |
Historical Fiction |
The Roots of the Mountains was the second in a projected series of three historical novels set in a pre-medieval Germanic world (the third was not completed). It follows the themes of House of the Wolfings, which was published in the same year, into a later generation. A loose alliance of Dalesmen, Woodlanders and Shepherds who have lived in peace around the valley of Burgdale for so long that they barely remember war, find their peace disturbed by the Sons of the Wolf and the invading Dusky Men. Morris’s exploration of the social and economic organization of this fictional pre-medieval world reflects his socialism; the figure of the Dusky Men (unable to breed with the Germanic tribes and slaughtered without compassion) reflects the racial politics of his times. Long neglected, Morris’s two Germanic novels were rediscovered when they were published as the sixteenth and nineteenth volumes in the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/roots-of-the-mountains-by-william-morris/ |
roots mountains second projected series three historical novels set pre medieval germanic world the third completed follows themes house wolfings published year later generation loose alliance dalesmen woodlanders shepherds lived peace around valley burgdale long barely remember war find peace disturbed sons wolf invading dusky men morris s exploration social economic organization fictional pre medieval world reflects socialism figure dusky men unable breed germanic tribes slaughtered without compassion reflects racial politics times long neglected morris s two germanic novels rediscovered published sixteenth nineteenth volumes celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library summary phil benson |
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12920 |
13658 |
Burglar and the Blizzard |
Alice Duer Miller |
Romance |
Geoffrey Holland, a young millionaire, visits his country home in Hillsborough after hearing of a recent string of burglaries. To Holland's surprise, he finds the burglar reading a book in his library. And it's none other than his old schoolmate, Billy McVay. As the blizzard gets stronger, McVay persuades Holland to go out and rescue his sister who is living in a nearby rundown shack. What will Holland do and find? - Summary by SaraHale |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-burglar-and-the-blizzard-by-alice-duer-miller/ |
geoffrey holland young millionaire visits country home hillsborough hearing recent string burglaries holland s surprise finds burglar reading book library none old schoolmate billy mcvay blizzard gets stronger mcvay persuades holland go rescue sister living nearby rundown shack holland find summary sarahale |
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12921 |
13659 |
Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific-Expedition and the Telegraph Line Commission |
Candido Mariano da Silva Rondon |
Memoirs, Exploration |
The Roosevelt–Rondon Scientific Expedition was the famous survey that took place in 1913-14 to follow the path of the Rio da Dúvida ("River of Doubt") in the Amazon basin. The expedition was jointly led by Theodore Roosevelt, the former President of the United States, and Colonel Cândido Rondon, the Brazilian military engineer known for his explorations of the Western Amazon Basin and his lifelong support of Brazilian indigenous populations. Almost from the start, the expedition was fraught with problems: diseases left the explorers in a constant state of sickness; the canoes were unsuitable to the rapids and were lost; the food provisions were unsufficient, and the encounters with animals and wild native tribes, a source of concern. Of the 19 men who went on the expedition, only 16 returned. On October 1915, the Brazilian leader of the expedition, Colonel Cândido Rondon gave three public lectures in Rio de Janeiro, in which he offered his first hand account of the Roosevelt-Rondon Expedition and of his more encompassing work of laying telegraph lines across the wilderness of Brazil, allowing for the integration of the recent Republic. Throughout his life, Rondon laid over 4,000 miles of telegraph line through the jungles of Brazil, while opening roads, clearing lands, mapping the land, and establishing cordial relations with the Indians. He maintained contact with several indigenous peoples. In his lectures, translated into English soon after their publication in Portuguese, besides describing all the adventures of the exploration of the Amazon, also told by Roosevelt in his well known “Through the Brazilian Wilderness”, Rondon shows his concern and support of the native population, showing a perspective of pacifism and respect towards them which was in stark contrast to the usual treatment received by those peoples at the time. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-roosevelt-rondon-scientific-expedition-and-the-telegraph-line-commission-by-candido-mariano-da-silva-rondon/ |
roosevelt rondon scientific expedition famous survey took place 1913 14 follow path rio da dúvida river doubt amazon basin expedition jointly led theodore roosevelt former president united states colonel cândido rondon brazilian military engineer known explorations western amazon basin lifelong support brazilian indigenous populations almost start expedition fraught problems diseases left explorers constant state sickness canoes unsuitable rapids lost food provisions unsufficient encounters animals wild native tribes source concern 19 men went expedition 16 returned october 1915 brazilian leader expedition colonel cândido rondon gave three public lectures rio de janeiro offered first hand account roosevelt rondon expedition encompassing work laying telegraph lines across wilderness brazil allowing integration recent republic throughout life rondon laid 4 000 miles telegraph line jungles brazil opening roads clearing lands mapping land establishing cordial relations indians maintained contact several indigenous peoples lectures translated english soon publication portuguese besides describing adventures exploration amazon also told roosevelt well known through brazilian wilderness rondon shows concern support native population showing perspective pacifism respect towards stark contrast usual treatment received peoples time summary leni |
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12922 |
13660 |
Gilbert Keith Chesterton |
Maisie Ward |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is the first and only authorized biography of G.K. Chesterton, written by his friend, Maisie Ward.<br><br>\n\nGilbert Keith Chesterton (1874 – 1936), was an English writer, poet, philosopher, dramatist, journalist, orator, lay theologian, biographer, and literary and art critic. He wrote around 80 books, several hundred poems, some 200 short stories, 4000 essays, and several plays. Chesterton is well known for his fictional priest-detective Father Brown, and for his reasoned apologetics. He converted from Anglicanism to Catholicism in 1922. (Summary by Maria Therese, partially adapted from Wikipedia) |
English |
1943 |
https://librivox.org/gilbert-keith-chesterton-by-maisie-ward/ |
first authorized biography g k chesterton written friend maisie ward br br gilbert keith chesterton 1874 1936 english writer poet philosopher dramatist journalist orator lay theologian biographer literary art critic wrote around 80 books several hundred poems 200 short stories 4000 essays several plays chesterton well known fictional priest detective father brown reasoned apologetics converted anglicanism catholicism 1922 summary maria therese partially adapted wikipedia |
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12923 |
13661 |
Stories of the First American Animals |
George Langford |
Animals & Nature |
Combining beast fable with natural history, this is a highly engaging and informative account of some of the prehistoric mammals that once roamed across North America. Each short story tells us something about a different era of natural history, from the Eocene to the Pleistocene era. Entertaining and easy to understand stories, featuring early ancestors of squirrels, horses, camels, tapirs, elephants, and even manatees, will appeal to people of all ages. (Devorah Allen) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-first-american-animals-by-george-langford/ |
combining beast fable natural history highly engaging informative account prehistoric mammals roamed across north america short story tells us something different era natural history eocene pleistocene era entertaining easy understand stories featuring early ancestors squirrels horses camels tapirs elephants even manatees appeal people ages devorah allen |
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12924 |
13662 |
Mrs. Pretty and The Premier |
Arthur Adams |
Plays, Satire |
The Premier has decided that being married would be good for his image. He asks his stenographer for advice: (Premier) Good. Just jot me down a precis of the points made by your fifteen admirers when proposing - the points that specially appealed to you. (Stenographer) I'm afraid, sir, that what most appealed to me could not be expressed in words. In fact, it wasn't words. But no, sir. The subject is too sacred.... (Premier)...But you could tell me how they began. The opening address, eh? How did they lead up? (Stenographer) Most of 'em just kissed me, sir. It seemed to give them confidence. (Premier) But I couldn't possibly start like that. (Stenographer) It's always done sir.... \n - Summary by ToddHW\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nHerbert Dix, The Premier's Chief Private Secretary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12916">Peter Musgrove</a><br>\nEffie Bimm, Stenographer in the Premier's Room: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nGregory, Chief Messenger at Parliament House: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nWilliam Power, Premier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nPatrick O'Reilly, A Constituent: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nEdward Vyce, The Party Whip: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMartha Callender, The Premier's Sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nCharles Lukin, Reporter on The Tribune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nHelen Pretty, A widow, the owner of Wyonora Estate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMrs. Cusack, A friend of Mrs. Pretty's: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nVernon Harrington, Leader of the Opposition: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions and Editing by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/mrs-pretty-and-the-premier-by-arthur-adams/ |
premier decided married would good image asks stenographer advice premier good jot precis points made fifteen admirers proposing points specially appealed you stenographer i m afraid sir appealed could expressed words fact words no sir subject sacred premier but could tell began opening address eh lead up stenographer em kissed me sir seemed give confidence premier possibly start like that stenographer always done sir summary toddhw br br cast list br herbert dix premier s chief private secretary a href https librivox org reader 12916 peter musgrove a br effie bimm stenographer premier s room a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br gregory chief messenger parliament house a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br william power premier a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br patrick o reilly constituent a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br edward vyce party whip a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br martha callender premier s sister a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br charles lukin reporter tribune a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br helen pretty widow owner wyonora estate a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mrs cusack friend mrs pretty s a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br vernon harrington leader opposition a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br maid a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions editing by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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12927 |
13665 |
Worlds Within Worlds: The Story of Nuclear Energy, Volumes 1-3 |
Isaac Asimov |
Science |
This is a short booklet on science fact commissioned by the U. S. Energy Research and Development Administration (Office of Public Affairs). It tells the story of the origins of nuclear physics in terms understandable to an audience with minimal technical background. What were the steps through history - the discoveries that built upon one another - from alchemy to chemistry, physics, astronomy, mathematics, and quantum mechanics, that led to our understanding and harnessing nuclear energy? Asimov was a great writer of both science fact and fiction who wrote or edited more than 500 books, published in 9 of the 10 major categories of the Dewey Decimal Classification. |
English |
2015 |
https://librivox.org/worlds-within-worlds-the-story-of-nuclear-energy-volumes-1-3-by-isaac-asimov/ |
short booklet science fact commissioned u s energy research development administration office public affairs tells story origins nuclear physics terms understandable audience minimal technical background steps history discoveries built upon one another alchemy chemistry physics astronomy mathematics quantum mechanics led understanding harnessing nuclear energy asimov great writer science fact fiction wrote edited 500 books published 9 10 major categories dewey decimal classification |
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12928 |
13666 |
Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 2 |
Charles F. Horne |
History |
A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 2 of 22, covering from 450 BC to 12 AD. - Summary by Title Page |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-events-by-famous-historians-volume-2-by-charles-f-horne/ |
comprehensive readable account world s history emphasizing important events presenting complete narratives master words eminent historians volume 2 22 covering 450 bc 12 ad summary title page |
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13667 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 14) - The Odyssey (Book 14) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Ξ' - Ὀδυσσέως πρὸς Εὔμαιον ὁμιλία.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 14. Ulysses in the Hut of Eumæus.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 14 : Ulysse chez Eumée.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-14-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία ξ ὀδυσσέως πρὸς εὔμαιον ὁμιλία br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 14 ulysses hut eumæus br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 14 ulysse chez eumée br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13668 |
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening |
Robert Frost |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 6, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThe meanings of this poignant poem--which entered the Public Domain in January 2019 and is being added to the Librivox Collection ASAP--range from appreciation of a simple New Hampshire snowstorm scene to reflections on death. Whose house is in the village? What promises need keeping? The poem can be interpreted on many different levels. Quoting Wikipedia: "At the funeral of former Canadian prime minister Pierre Trudeau, on October 3, 2000, his eldest son Justin rephrased the last stanza of this poem in his eulogy: 'The woods are lovely, dark and deep. He has kept his promises and earned his sleep.'" ( ~ Michele Fry) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/stopping-by-woods-on-a-snowy-evening-by-robert-frost/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings stopping woods snowy evening robert frost br fortnightly poetry project january 6 2019 br br meanings poignant poem which entered public domain january 2019 added librivox collection asap range appreciation simple new hampshire snowstorm scene reflections death whose house village promises need keeping poem interpreted many different levels quoting wikipedia at funeral former canadian prime minister pierre trudeau october 3 2000 eldest son justin rephrased last stanza poem eulogy the woods lovely dark deep kept promises earned sleep michele fry |
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12931 |
13669 |
Snow Storm |
Thomas Frederick Young |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of A Snow Storm by T.F. Young.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 6, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nPedantic critics may find fault with my modest productions, and perhaps justly, in regard to grammatical construction, and mechanical arrangement, but I shall be satisfied, if the public discern a vein of true poetry glittering here and there through what I have just written. The public are the final judges of compositions of this sort, and not the writer himself, or his personal friends. It is they, therefore, who must decide whether these humble attempts of my 'prentice hand, shall be numbered with writings that have been forgotten, or whether their author shall be encouraged to strike his lyre in a higher key, to accompany his Muse, while she tries to sing in a loftier strain.<br>\n\nTHE AUTHOR.<br>\nPORT ALBERT, March, 1887. |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/a-snow-storm-by-thomas-frederick-young/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings snow storm t f young br weekly poetry project january 6 2019 br br pedantic critics may find fault modest productions perhaps justly regard grammatical construction mechanical arrangement shall satisfied public discern vein true poetry glittering written public final judges compositions sort writer himself personal friends they therefore must decide whether humble attempts prentice hand shall numbered writings forgotten whether author shall encouraged strike lyre higher key accompany muse tries sing loftier strain br author br port albert march 1887 |
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12951 |
13689 |
History of the Jews in Russia and Poland, Volume II, From the Death of Alexander I until the Death of Alexander III (1825 - 1894) |
Simon Dubnow |
Modern (19th C) |
Simon Dubnow was born in 1860 to a poor Jewish family in Belarussian town of Mstsislaw and later became an authority of Jewish history and an activist. Due to his Jewish origin, he had to move to St. Petersburg, Odessa, Vilna (Lithuania), St. Petersburg (2nd time), Kaunas (Lithuania), Berlin and finally Riga (Latvia) after Hitler came to power. When Nazi troops occupied Latvia 1941, he was moved with thousands of other Jews to the Riga ghetto and was eventually killed. His life is a symbol of Jewish suffering in Eastern Europe in the first half of 20 century. Jews have been migrating from Germany and other European countries to Poland since the late middle ages where they were protected by Polish kings mainly for their economic contribution, but frequently persecuted by Christians whenever there was a pretext or the king's power was not strong enough. After Poland was annexed by Russia in the late 18th century, they became the object of systematic persecution by Russian government. This tragedy is parallel to the life of the author culminating in the Nazi Holocaust. - Summary by S S Kim |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/jews-in-russia-and-poland-ii-by-simon-dubnow/ |
simon dubnow born 1860 poor jewish family belarussian town mstsislaw later became authority jewish history activist due jewish origin move st petersburg odessa vilna lithuania st petersburg 2nd time kaunas lithuania berlin finally riga latvia hitler came power nazi troops occupied latvia 1941 moved thousands jews riga ghetto eventually killed life symbol jewish suffering eastern europe first half 20 century jews migrating germany european countries poland since late middle ages protected polish kings mainly economic contribution frequently persecuted christians whenever pretext king s power strong enough poland annexed russia late 18th century became object systematic persecution russian government tragedy parallel life author culminating nazi holocaust summary kim |
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12932 |
13670 |
Arqtiq: A Study of the Marvels at the North Pole |
Anna Adolph |
Science Fiction |
Described by author Liza Daly as a "strange masterpiece of outsider art," Arqtiq is a bizarre, borderline hallucinatory work of feminist utopian fiction. Equal parts sci-fi adventure, philosophical tract, and pro-Symmesian pamphlet, Anna Adolph’s strange, self-published novella centers its narrative around an aviator (also named Anna) who, along with a ragtag group of family and friends, charts an expedition to the North Pole in a retro-futuristic airship of her own invention. There, Anna and her crew travel into the hollow earth, encounter a race of telepathic giants, and uncover secrets about God and the universe. \n\nWritten in a style that teeters somewhere between modernist abstraction and amateurish enthusiasm, Arqtiq almost defies comprehension. It is a maddening and oftentimes incoherent tale that nonetheless fascinates with its unhinged imagination. It is perhaps one of the most exuberantly surreal and dreamlike works of utopian fiction from this era. - Summary by ChuckW |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/arqtiq-a-study-of-the-marvels-at-the-north-pole-by-anna-adolph/ |
described author liza daly strange masterpiece outsider art arqtiq bizarre borderline hallucinatory work feminist utopian fiction equal parts sci fi adventure philosophical tract pro symmesian pamphlet anna adolph s strange self published novella centers narrative around aviator also named anna who along ragtag group family friends charts expedition north pole retro futuristic airship invention there anna crew travel hollow earth encounter race telepathic giants uncover secrets god universe written style teeters somewhere modernist abstraction amateurish enthusiasm arqtiq almost defies comprehension maddening oftentimes incoherent tale nonetheless fascinates unhinged imagination perhaps one exuberantly surreal dreamlike works utopian fiction era summary chuckw |
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12933 |
13671 |
Miserables: Tomo III |
Victor Hugo |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
En este tercer volumen aparece Marius. Mario es criado por su abuelo, éste le hace creer que su padre, un coronel del ejército de Napoleón, murió en la batalla de Waterloo. Al enterarse Mario que su padre aún vive y está en Normandía, se pone en marcha, pero cuando llega su padre acaba de fallecer. Esto sumado a la diferencia de pensamiento entre su abuelo y él los distanciará.<br><br>Por otro lado Mario, pasados unos años, paseando por un parque, se enamora de la mirada de una joven que siempre va acompañada de un misterioso caballero. ¿Será Jean Valjean? La muchacha es Cosette. (Montse González. ) |
Spanish |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/los-miserables-iii-by-victor-hugo/ |
en este tercer volumen aparece marius mario es criado por su abuelo éste le hace creer que su padre un coronel del ejército de napoleón murió en la batalla de waterloo al enterarse mario que su padre aún vive está en normandía se pone en marcha pero cuando llega su padre acaba de fallecer esto sumado la diferencia de pensamiento entre su abuelo él los distanciará br br por otro lado mario pasados unos años paseando por un parque se enamora de la mirada de una joven que siempre va acompañada de un misterioso caballero será jean valjean la muchacha es cosette montse gonzález |
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12934 |
13672 |
Cuentos de hadas (version 2) |
Charles Perrault |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Populares cuentos de Perrault narrados para los niños, en los que aparecen mundos fantásticos: Hadas, ogros, personajes malvados. Todos ellos encierran alguna enseñanza y poder educativo. - Summary by Montse González |
Spanish |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-hadas-by-charles-perrault-2/ |
populares cuentos de perrault narrados para los niños en los que aparecen mundos fantásticos hadas ogros personajes malvados todos ellos encierran alguna enseñanza poder educativo summary montse gonzález |
| 12949 |
12935 |
13673 |
Actress in High Life: An Episode in Winter Quarters |
Susan Petigru King-Bowen |
Historical Fiction |
1812 is the year and Portugal the location for this adventure. The characters for the most part are British officers. Lord Strathern sends for his daughter Lady Mabel Stewart presently in Scotland to join him in Elvas where he has stationed his brigade for the winter. The debonair Colonel l'Lisle is the hero of our story. The author provides a vivid look into the landscape, history and people of this era and often touches on liturgy...sometimes controversial among the characters. Very informative it is more travelogue than romance however. Enjoy!! ( Celine Major) |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-actress-in-high-life-an-episode-in-winter-quarters-by-susan-petigru-bowen/ |
1812 year portugal location adventure characters part british officers lord strathern sends daughter lady mabel stewart presently scotland join elvas stationed brigade winter debonair colonel l lisle hero story author provides vivid look landscape history people era often touches liturgy sometimes controversial among characters informative travelogue romance however enjoy celine major |
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12936 |
13674 |
Angels of the Battlefield |
George Barton |
War & Military, Christianity - Other |
"Angels of the Battlefield: A History of the Labors of the Catholic Sisterhoods in the Late Civil War" chronicles the compassionate services of these dedicated women during the bitter and bloody U.S. Civil War. These accounts also offer some important historical details, giving some important insights into the people and events of the war. This is the Second Edition, Revised and Enlarged. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/angels-of-the-battlefield-by-george-barton/ |
angels battlefield history labors catholic sisterhoods late civil war chronicles compassionate services dedicated women bitter bloody u s civil war accounts also offer important historical details giving important insights people events war second edition revised enlarged summary larry wilson |
| 12951 |
12937 |
13675 |
Miss Priscilla Hunter, and My Daughter Susan |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Two shorter stories in one book. In "Miss Priscilla Hunter," the church has been carrying debt for years. It's an embarrassment, and it is hindering them from doing necessary work. They've tried to chip away at it in the past with festivals and fundraisers, but it seems like it will never go away. Miss Hunter, a poor seamstress, finally takes matters into her own hands and works to KILL that debt once and for all! In "My Daughter Susan," we tag along with Susan in what is apparently a typical day for her, seeing how she works for others and her Lord, within the context of temperance. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/miss-priscilla-hunter-and-my-daughter-susan-by-pansy/ |
two shorter stories one book miss priscilla hunter church carrying debt years embarrassment hindering necessary work they ve tried chip away past festivals fundraisers seems like never go away miss hunter poor seamstress finally takes matters hands works kill debt all my daughter susan tag along susan apparently typical day her seeing works others lord within context temperance summary triciag |
| 12952 |
12952 |
13690 |
Going Abroad? Some Advice |
Robert Luce |
Travel & Geography |
Going abroad for a holiday or business is always exciting, but we can only imagine how exciting it would have been in 1900 to board a steamer from the United States and take a tour through Europe. Luckily Robert Luce gives advice in this book about how to get around, where to stay, what to see, and generally how to make the journey a success. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/going-abroad-some-advice-by-robert-luce/ |
going abroad holiday business always exciting imagine exciting would 1900 board steamer united states take tour europe luckily robert luce gives advice book get around stay see generally make journey success summary carolin |
| 12953 |
12938 |
13676 |
Tarzan and the Golden Lion |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Tarzan's amazing ability to establish kinship with some of the most dangerous animals in the jungle serves him well in this exciting story of his adventures with the Golden Lion, Jad-bal-ja, when the great and lordly animal becomes his ally and protector.\nTarzan learns from the High Priestess, La, of a country north of Opar which is held in dread by the Oparians. It is peopled by a strange race of gorilla-men with the intelligence of humans and the strength of gorillas. From time to time they attack Opar, carrying off prisoners for use as slaves in the jewel-studded Temple where they worship a great black-maned lion. \nAccompanied by the faithful Jad-bal-ja, Tarzan invades the dread country in an attempt to win freedom for the hundreds of people held in slavery there... - Summary by Edgar Rice Burroughs\n<br /><br />\nProof-listeners: softstepgd and Mark Nelson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-and-the-golden-lion-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
tarzan s amazing ability establish kinship dangerous animals jungle serves well exciting story adventures golden lion jad bal ja great lordly animal becomes ally protector tarzan learns high priestess la country north opar held dread oparians peopled strange race gorilla men intelligence humans strength gorillas time time attack opar carrying prisoners use slaves jewel studded temple worship great black maned lion accompanied faithful jad bal ja tarzan invades dread country attempt win freedom hundreds people held slavery there summary edgar rice burroughs br br proof listeners softstepgd mark nelson |
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12939 |
13677 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 065 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. ( A. Gramour) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-065-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind a gramour |
| 12955 |
12940 |
13678 |
Recollections of Imperial Russia |
Meriel Buchanan |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Memoirs |
In this memoir, Meriel Buchanan (9-5-1886 to 2-6-1959) links the history of Russia to powerful, lingering memories of her years living there. She was the daughter of the man who turned out to be the last British ambassador to Imperial Russia. As a young adult, in her role as the ambassador’s daughter, she had regular access to the court of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, providing her with unusual experiences and impressions. She describes first hand the sights, sounds, and some of the activities she remembers from this elevated and sheltered vantage point. The family left Russia in 1918, and the author’s memories are filled with nostalgia and longing for the Russia she experienced. - Summary by Jan M. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/recollections-of-imperial-russia-by-meriel-buchanan/ |
memoir meriel buchanan 9 5 1886 2 6 1959 links history russia powerful lingering memories years living there daughter man turned last british ambassador imperial russia young adult role ambassador s daughter regular access court tsar nicholas ii russia providing unusual experiences impressions describes first hand sights sounds activities remembers elevated sheltered vantage point family left russia 1918 author s memories filled nostalgia longing russia experienced summary jan m |
| 12956 |
12941 |
13679 |
Doves' Nest and Other Stories |
Katherine Mansfield |
Single Author Collections |
The Doves' Nest and Other Stories is a collection of complete stories and fragments by the writer Katherine Mansfield. The book was published several months after the Kiwi author's death. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-doves-nest-and-other-stories-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
doves nest stories collection complete stories fragments writer katherine mansfield book published several months kiwi author s death summary rob marland |
| 12957 |
12942 |
13680 |
Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 2 |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Political Science, Early Modern |
In "Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius", posthumous work by the author of The Prince, Machiavelli discusses the useful lessons that could be learnt from the past for the present. As the title mentions, the subject of the work is the first ten books of Livy's Ab urbe condita, which cover the expansion of Rome from the legendary monarchy of Romulus to the end of the Third Samnite War (293 BCE). The whole work contains three books, with 142 numbered chapters - perhaps not a coincidence, since Livy's history also contained 142 books. In the second book, the author discusses decisions made by the Roman people pertaining to the increase of its empire. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/discourses-on-the-first-decade-of-titus-livius-book-2-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
discourses first decade titus livius posthumous work author prince machiavelli discusses useful lessons could learnt past present title mentions subject work first ten books livy s ab urbe condita cover expansion rome legendary monarchy romulus end third samnite war 293 bce whole work contains three books 142 numbered chapters perhaps coincidence since livy s history also contained 142 books second book author discusses decisions made roman people pertaining increase empire summary leni |
| 12958 |
12943 |
13681 |
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 1 |
Pliny the Elder |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Reference |
The Natural History of Pliny the Elder is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman Empire. The full work consists of 37 books, covering more than 20.000 topics ranging from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious stones. The book became a model for later encyclopaedias and gives a fascinating overview of the state of scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago. This version of the Natural History (or, the "Pliny") has been adapted for a younger audience.\n\nThis first volume contains Book I (Dedication) and Book II (An Account of the World and the Elements) out of a total of 9 books. ( Foon) |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/boys-and-girls-pliny-1-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
natural history pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire full work consists 37 books covering 20 000 topics ranging astronomy mathematics botany precious stones book became model later encyclopaedias gives fascinating overview state scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago version natural history or pliny adapted younger audience first volume contains book dedication book ii an account world elements total 9 books foon |
| 12959 |
12944 |
13682 |
Deathworld (version 2) |
Harry Harrison |
Science Fiction |
A world that actively seeks to kill the colonists. Not a pleasant place. The hordes of ferocious animals all come with deadly poison and a will to kill as many humans as possible. Even the plants have teeth and claws and toxins dripping from every surface. They fly, crawl and run for the chance to sink something terrible into a human arm or leg. Oh, and did I mention the 2G gravity? Pyrrus is it's name. The settlers there were supermen... twice as strong as ordinary men and with instantaneous reflexes. They had to be. For their business was murder...a 3 year old Pyrrian had a loaded gun strapped to his forearm and knew how to use it or he was a dead 3 year old. \nIt was up to Jason dinAlt, interplanetary gambler, to discover why Pyrrus had become so hostile during man's brief habitation...if he could stay alive long enough to even make a start - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/deathworld-version-2-by-harry-harrison/ |
world actively seeks kill colonists pleasant place hordes ferocious animals come deadly poison kill many humans possible even plants teeth claws toxins dripping every surface fly crawl run chance sink something terrible human arm leg oh mention 2g gravity pyrrus name settlers supermen twice strong ordinary men instantaneous reflexes be business murder a 3 year old pyrrian loaded gun strapped forearm knew use dead 3 year old jason dinalt interplanetary gambler discover pyrrus become hostile man s brief habitation if could stay alive long enough even make start summary phil chenevert |
| 12960 |
12945 |
13683 |
Romance of Excavation |
David Masters |
Antiquity |
The Romance of Excavation: A Record of the Amazing Discoveries in Egypt, Assyria, Troy, Crete, etc., with Twenty-Nine Illustrations,\nFrom the Foreword: "In the following pages I have sought to reveal some of the romance of excavation, to tell the fascinating story of the men who have gone out into the desert places and dug up long-lost cities and the fabled treasure of ancient kings." (Steven Seitel) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-excavation-by-david-masters/ |
romance excavation record amazing discoveries egypt assyria troy crete etc twenty nine illustrations foreword in following pages sought reveal romance excavation tell fascinating story men gone desert places dug long lost cities fabled treasure ancient kings steven seitel |
| 12961 |
12946 |
13684 |
Elements of Theology |
Proclus |
Religion, Ancient |
The Elements of Theology (ΣΤΟΙΧΕΙΩΣΙΣ ΘΕΟΛΟΓΙΚΗ) was written by the Greek Neoplatonist philosopher Proclus (ΠΡΟΚΛΟΣ) and translated by Thomas Taylor who named his youngest son Thomas Proclus Taylor. This book consists of 211 propositions, each followed by a proof, beginning from the existence of the One (divine Unity) and ending with the descent of individual souls into the material world. Saint Thomas Aquinas recognized that the Liber de Causis (Book of Causes), which had been attributed to Aristotle, was actually a summary of the Elements of Theology, likely written by an Arabic interpreter. - Summary adapted from Wikipedia by Geoffrey Edwards |
English |
1816 |
https://librivox.org/elements-of-theology-by-proclus/ |
elements theology στοιχειωσις θεολογικη written greek neoplatonist philosopher proclus προκλος translated thomas taylor named youngest son thomas proclus taylor book consists 211 propositions followed proof beginning existence one divine unity ending descent individual souls material world saint thomas aquinas recognized liber de causis book causes attributed aristotle actually summary elements theology likely written arabic interpreter summary adapted wikipedia geoffrey edwards |
| 12962 |
12947 |
13685 |
Daredevil |
Maria Thompson Daviess |
Romance, Published 1900 onward |
Roberta, daughter of an American soldier and a French marquise, is returning to the childhood home of her father after his death in the Great War. Upon reaching New York she realizes that her Uncle, a woman-hater, has confused the genders of her and her small crippled brother. In order to please her Uncle and ensure medical treatment for Pierre, she becomes "Robert", his nephew. In her new identity she secures supplies for France, has many hilarious close-calls, and manages to fall in love with the Governor. - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-daredevil-by-maria-thompson-daviess/ |
roberta daughter american soldier french marquise returning childhood home father death great war upon reaching new york realizes uncle woman hater confused genders small crippled brother order please uncle ensure medical treatment pierre becomes robert nephew new identity secures supplies france many hilarious close calls manages fall love governor summary likemanywaters |
| 12963 |
12948 |
13686 |
''Tell It All'': The Story of a Life's Experience in Mormonism |
Fanny Stenhouse |
Biography & Autobiography, History , Modern (19th C) |
Fanny relates the experiences of a 19th century missionary as she and her young husband proselytize throughout Europe in search of converts to the new Mormon faith. Her religious zeal is sorely tested upon receipt of news from America revealing that their religion has adopted the practice of polygamy as the means to exaltation. The couple is summoned to Utah only to find themselves firmly ensconced in Brigham Young's inner circle and called upon to practice plural marriage or risk a fall from family, friends, and faith. - Summary by Spiffycat |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/tell-it-all-the-story-of-a-lifes-experience-in-mormonism-by-fanny-stenhouse/ |
fanny relates experiences 19th century missionary young husband proselytize throughout europe search converts new mormon faith religious zeal sorely tested upon receipt news america revealing religion adopted practice polygamy means exaltation couple summoned utah find firmly ensconced brigham young s inner circle called upon practice plural marriage risk fall family friends faith summary spiffycat |
| 12964 |
12949 |
13687 |
Hypocritical Romance, and Other Stories |
Caroline Ticknor |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
This is a collection of twelve original and entertaining little romances. Literature is an important anchor that helps us understand society in the American Gilded Age in the late ninteenth century, and these stories allow us to understand the marriage market of the time. - Summary by Carolin<br></br>"Miss Ticknor, well known as one of the most promising of the younger school of American writers, has never done better work than in the majority of these clever stories, written in a delightful comedy vein." - The Publisher |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-hypocritical-romance-and-other-stories-by-caroline-ticknor/ |
collection twelve original entertaining little romances literature important anchor helps us understand society american gilded age late ninteenth century stories allow us understand marriage market time summary carolin br br miss ticknor well known one promising younger school american writers never done better work majority clever stories written delightful comedy vein publisher |
| 12965 |
12950 |
13688 |
Kidnapping of President Lincoln, and Other War Detective Stories |
Joel Chandler Harris |
Detective Fiction |
While detective work always makes for exciting stories, the circumstances under which the detective works play a huge role in the thrill. The stories in this collection follow detectives as they unravel mysteries in times of war, where danger awaits them at every turn. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-kidnapping-of-president-lincoln-and-other-war-detective-stories-by-joel-chandler-harris/ |
detective work always makes exciting stories circumstances detective works play huge role thrill stories collection follow detectives unravel mysteries times war danger awaits every turn summary carolin |
| 12966 |
12954 |
13692 |
Maybe--Tomorrow |
Jay Little |
Erotica, Published 1900 onward |
Maybe--tomorrow, by Jay Little (pseudonym for Clarence Lewis Miller) published in 1952* based in the confusing latter part of his teenage years, tells the story of the introverted and forlorn Gaylord LeClarie coming to terms with the world around him and who he is. Gaylord must navigate everything from sex, his own sexuality and his own gender identity. friendship, Love and self-acceptance in a sometimes hostile world... - Summary by Curt Troutwine |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/maybe-tomorrow-by-jay-little/ |
maybe tomorrow jay little pseudonym clarence lewis miller published 1952 based confusing latter part teenage years tells story introverted forlorn gaylord leclarie coming terms world around is gaylord must navigate everything sex sexuality gender identity friendship love self acceptance sometimes hostile world summary curt troutwine |
| 12967 |
12955 |
13693 |
Loup-garou! |
Eden Phillpotts |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Single Author Collections |
A book of short stories by Eden Phillpotts, all involving something of the supernatural. - Summary by Ann Boulais |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/loup-garou-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
book short stories eden phillpotts involving something supernatural summary ann boulais |
| 12968 |
12956 |
13694 |
With Moore at Corunna |
G. A. Henty |
Historical Fiction |
Terrence O’Conner, Son of an officer in the “Mayo Fusiliers,” joins as an ensign when the regiment is called out to Portugal to fight the French in the Peninsular War. Terrence quickly distinguishes himself in early battles and is with Sir John Moore when that general invaded Spain. General Moore was forced to retreat to the town of Corunna where the British beat the French and then retreated on their ships without Terrence. Terrence eventually leads a band of Portuguese irregulars and creates the Minho Regiment. He rescues his cousin from a convent and is present at the fall of Oporto. Part 2 of the story is told in the sequel “Under Wellington’s Command.” - Summary by Charles P. Sapp |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/with-moore-at-corunna-by-g-a-henty/ |
terrence o conner son officer mayo fusiliers joins ensign regiment called portugal fight french peninsular war terrence quickly distinguishes early battles sir john moore general invaded spain general moore forced retreat town corunna british beat french retreated ships without terrence terrence eventually leads band portuguese irregulars creates minho regiment rescues cousin convent present fall oporto part 2 story told sequel under wellington s command summary charles p sapp |
| 12969 |
12957 |
13695 |
Characters Of Theophrastus |
Theophrastus |
Psychology, Ancient |
Theophrastus ( c. 371 – c. 287 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher, successor to Aristotle in the Peripatetic School. He wrote on many topics: biology, geology, physics, metaphysics, psychology, ethics, logic – and more. His book Characters… contains thirty brief, vigorous, and trenchant outlines of moral types, which form a most valuable picture of the life of his time, and in fact of human nature in general. They are the first recorded attempt at systematic character writing. “Apart from slight variations of local coloring and institutions, the descriptions of the old Greek philosopher might apply almost as well to the present inhabitants of London or Boston as to the Athenians of 300 B.C.” This edition contains an extensive and informative introduction to the man and his thought. - Summary by Book Introduction, Wikipedia, and David Wales |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-characters-of-theophrastus-by-theophrastus/ |
theophrastus c 371 c 287 bc ancient greek philosopher successor aristotle peripatetic school wrote many topics biology geology physics metaphysics psychology ethics logic more book characters contains thirty brief vigorous trenchant outlines moral types form valuable picture life time fact human nature general first recorded attempt systematic character writing apart slight variations local coloring institutions descriptions old greek philosopher might apply almost well present inhabitants london boston athenians 300 b c edition contains extensive informative introduction man thought summary book introduction wikipedia david wales |
| 12970 |
12958 |
13696 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 034 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 034: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-034-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 034 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
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12959 |
13698 |
Compilation de Contes |
Madame d' Aulnoy |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Voici une compilation de Contes, divers. Pour les jeunes et tous ceux qui aiment les contes... \nBelle princesse, marâtre, ogre et ogresse, vêtements étincelants ou pas..., jalousie, féerie...\nUne gentille moralité, en fin de chaque conte, permet de réfléchir en famille. - Summary by ChristianeJehanne |
French |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/compilation-de-contes-by-madame-d-aulnoy/ |
voici une compilation de contes divers pour les jeunes et tous ceux qui aiment les contes belle princesse marâtre ogre et ogresse vêtements étincelants ou pas jalousie féerie une gentille moralité en fin de chaque conte permet de réfléchir en famille summary christianejehanne |
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12960 |
13700 |
Human Nature and Conduct - Part 2, The Place of Impulse In Conduct |
John Dewey |
Psychology |
Part 2 describes Dewey's concept of IMPULSES. They encompass the interaction of one's self with the environment. When the environment encounters problems with one's HABITS, Impulses are the motivating, innate forces which prompt one to modify habits and/or modify the environment. "Nature vs Nurture" explanations of someone's personality are deceptive and fallacious. This stems from the human inclination to CLASSIFY things - practically everything!\n<br><br>\nInnate behaviors are a collection of habits which one's culture has solidified as Customs. Most education is not learning but rather training of one's habits to harmonize with local customs. Human nature is plastic, malleable. Customs are, almost by definition, rigid. And, because one's environment is always changing, customs and its supporting habits are continually being tested. Nations disintegrate when their customs grow inflexible.\n<br><br>\nA MORAL ACT is one whose effects are fine tune and reorganize habits. Thought arises then when habits are hindered and only impulses are active.\n<br><br>\nThe basic motor of human nature and conduct is HABIT, not reason or innate instinctive drives. In Dewey's theories of education, he asserts that education should be leading youth away from society's dysfunctional habits. He decries the fact that our economic theories concentrate on OWNERSHIP of things rather than the ways we USE things. <br>\n - Summary by William Jones, Soloist |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/human-nature-and-conduct-part-2-the-place-of-impulse-in-conduct-by-john-dewey/ |
part 2 describes dewey s concept impulses encompass interaction one s self environment environment encounters problems one s habits impulses motivating innate forces prompt one modify habits and or modify environment nature vs nurture explanations someone s personality deceptive fallacious stems human inclination classify things practically everything br br innate behaviors collection habits one s culture solidified customs education learning rather training one s habits harmonize local customs human nature plastic malleable customs are almost definition rigid and one s environment always changing customs supporting habits continually tested nations disintegrate customs grow inflexible br br moral act one whose effects fine tune reorganize habits thought arises habits hindered impulses active br br basic motor human nature conduct habit reason innate instinctive drives dewey s theories education asserts education leading youth away society s dysfunctional habits decries fact economic theories concentrate ownership things rather ways use things br summary william jones soloist |
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12961 |
13701 |
Tale of Turkey Proudfoot |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Turkey Proudfoot is one of 16 stories of his Slumber-Town Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-turkey-proudfoot-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale turkey proudfoot one 16 stories slumber town tales series summary larry wilson |
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12962 |
13702 |
Prophet |
Kahlil Gibran |
Family Life, Literary Fiction, Free Verse |
The prophet Al Mustafa, before leaving the city where he has been living twelve years, stops to address the people. They call out for his words of wisdom on many sides of the human condition, and he addresses them in terms of love and care. He has much to offer from his observations of the people, and he illustrates with images they can relate to.\n\nThe author, Gibran, was influenced by the Maronites, the Sufis, and the Baha’i. His philosophy, though deist, is primarily aimed at the good within ourselves, and the common-sense ways in which we can unlock it. An illustration from his chapter on Friendship:\n\n“And let your best be for your friend.\nIf he must know the ebb of your tide, let him know its flood also.\nFor what is your friend that you should seek him with hours to kill?\nSeek him always with hours to live.”\n\nThe prophet’s gentle words have inspired their translation into over 108 languages. Listen to them with an open mind. You may find some burdens and frustrations hidden within you eased.\n - Summary by Mark |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-prophet-by-kahlil-gibran/ |
prophet al mustafa leaving city living twelve years stops address people call words wisdom many sides human condition addresses terms love care much offer observations people illustrates images relate to author gibran influenced maronites sufis baha i philosophy though deist primarily aimed good within ourselves common sense ways unlock it illustration chapter friendship and let best friend must know ebb tide let know flood also friend seek hours kill seek always hours live prophet s gentle words inspired translation 108 languages listen open mind may find burdens frustrations hidden within eased summary mark |
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12963 |
13704 |
To the River |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of To the River by Edgar Allan Poe.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 13, 2019. <br> ------<br>\n\nThis Weekly Poem is taken from the Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe (1883) |
English |
1845 |
https://librivox.org/to-the-river-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings river edgar allan poe br weekly poetry project january 13 2019 br br weekly poem taken complete poetical works edgar allan poe 1883 |
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12964 |
13705 |
Hecyra: The Mother-In-Law |
Terence |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Plays |
Terence's six plays are comedies written while he was a slave to a Roman senator. NOTE: the main plot elements in Hecyra are quite unacceptable today: Pamphilus has just married a woman he does not recognize that he had earlier raped in a drunken fit; nor does she recognize him. His mistress Bacchis is upset with the marriage and rejects him. He then wanders off, returning only in time to discover his wife with a new child that can't possibly be his. It takes both Mother and Mother-in-Law, and Bacchis, to bring a happy ending out of this confusion.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLaches, an aged Athenian, father of Pamphilus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPhidippus, an aged Athenian, father of Philumena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPamphilus, son of Laches: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSosia, servant of Pamphilus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nParmeno, servant of Sostrata: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nSostrata, wife of Laches: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nMyrrhina, wife of Phidippus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nBacchis, a Courtesan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nPhilotis, a Courtesan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nSyra, a Procuress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br><br> |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/hecyra-the-mother-in-law-by-terence/ |
terence s six plays comedies written slave roman senator note main plot elements hecyra quite unacceptable today pamphilus married woman recognize earlier raped drunken fit recognize him mistress bacchis upset marriage rejects him wanders off returning time discover wife new child can t possibly his takes mother mother in law bacchis bring happy ending confusion summary toddhw br br cast list br laches aged athenian father pamphilus a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br phidippus aged athenian father philumena a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br pamphilus son laches a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sosia servant pamphilus a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br parmeno servant sostrata a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br sostrata wife laches a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br myrrhina wife phidippus a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br bacchis courtesan a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br philotis courtesan a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br syra procuress a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br br |
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12965 |
13706 |
Silent Rifleman: A Tale of the Texan Prairies |
Henry William Herbert |
Westerns |
"Two, four, six, eight," he muttered to himself at intervals. "Yes, there are eight of them."\nAgain he laid his ear to the ground and listened.\n"Yes, there are eight of them, sure enough," he again muttered; and then, after a pause, he added: "But two of them are mules, I think; and they are coming right down hitherward."\nThen he looked to his rifle lock, and cocked his piece.\n"Unless they turn aside when they reach the timber, they will be on me in five minutes; and if they know the forest, they will not turn, that's certain; for here's the only place where you can find hard bottom to ride in and out of the old Bravo, for ten miles up and down."\nHe paused from his soliloquy, listened again, and then a smile crept across his intelligent face.<br /><br />A tale from the 1800s in the Texas plains written by British author Henry William Herbert. - Summary by E.J. Wiley |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/the-silent-rifleman-a-tale-of-the-texan-prairies-by-henry-william-herbert/ |
two four six eight muttered intervals yes eight them laid ear ground listened yes eight them sure enough muttered then pause added but two mules think coming right hitherward looked rifle lock cocked piece unless turn aside reach timber five minutes know forest turn that s certain here s place find hard bottom ride old bravo ten miles down paused soliloquy listened again smile crept across intelligent face br br a tale 1800s texas plains written british author henry william herbert summary e j wiley |
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12966 |
13707 |
Feminism in Greek Literature |
Frederick Adam Wright |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This study, published in 1923, examines the views regarding women's place in Ancient Greek society based especially on the writings of Homer, Euripides, Aristophanes, Plato, Socrates and Aristotle. As the author offers his opinion and judgement, that at times reflect views on women, homosexuality and other social groups and themes that might be considered controversial now, he leaves an interesting picture of the state of Classical scholarship in the early 20th century.<br>\n\n"There is a question sometimes put to scholars, a doubt often latent in scholars' minds — How was it that Greek civilisation, with all its high ideals and achievements, fell so easily before what seems at first sight an altogether inferior culture? The fact is — and it is as well to state it plainly — that the Greek world perished from one main cause, a low ideal of womanhood and a degradation of women which found expression both in literature and in social life. The position of women and the position of slaves — for the two classes went together — were the canker-spots which, left unhealed, brought about the decay first of Athens and then of Greece." (From Introduction) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/feminism-in-greek-literature-by-frederick-adam-wright/ |
study published 1923 examines views regarding women s place ancient greek society based especially writings homer euripides aristophanes plato socrates aristotle author offers opinion judgement times reflect views women homosexuality social groups themes might considered controversial now leaves interesting picture state classical scholarship early 20th century br there question sometimes put scholars doubt often latent scholars minds greek civilisation high ideals achievements fell easily seems first sight altogether inferior culture fact well state plainly greek world perished one main cause low ideal womanhood degradation women found expression literature social life position women position slaves two classes went together canker spots which left unhealed brought decay first athens greece from introduction |
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12967 |
13708 |
Prophet (version 3) |
Kahlil Gibran |
Poetry, Single author |
The Prophet is a book of 26 prose poetry fables written in English by the Lebanese-American poet and writer Kahlil Gibran. It was originally published in 1923 by Alfred A. Knopf. It is Gibran's best known work. The Prophet has been translated into over 108 different languages, making it one of the most translated books in history, and it has never been out of print. The prophet, Al Mustafa, has lived in the city of Orphalese for 12 years and is about to board a ship which will carry him home. He is stopped by a group of people, with whom he discusses topics such as life and the human condition. The book is divided into chapters dealing with love, marriage, children, giving, eating and drinking, work, joy and sorrow, houses, clothes, buying and selling, crime and punishment, laws, freedom, reason and passion, pain, self-knowledge, teaching, friendship, talking, time, good and evil, prayer, pleasure, beauty, religion, and death. Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-prophet-version-3-by-kahlil-gibran/ |
prophet book 26 prose poetry fables written english lebanese american poet writer kahlil gibran originally published 1923 alfred a knopf gibran s best known work prophet translated 108 different languages making one translated books history never print prophet al mustafa lived city orphalese 12 years board ship carry home stopped group people discusses topics life human condition book divided chapters dealing love marriage children giving eating drinking work joy sorrow houses clothes buying selling crime punishment laws freedom reason passion pain self knowledge teaching friendship talking time good evil prayer pleasure beauty religion death summary wikipedia |
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12968 |
13709 |
Wolfbane |
C. M. Kornbluth |
Science Fiction |
This science fiction novel takes place in the year 2203, if we take literally the age of 250 years. A rogue planet, populated by strange machines known as Pyramids, has stolen the Earth from the Solar system, taking it off into interstellar space. The moon has been 'ignited' by alien technology to serve as a miniature sun around which both planets orbit. This new sun is rekindled every 5 years, though as the book opens, the rekindling is nearly overdue and there is fear among the populace that it may never happen again. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/wolfbane-by-frederik-pohl/ |
science fiction novel takes place year 2203 take literally age 250 years rogue planet populated strange machines known pyramids stolen earth solar system taking interstellar space moon ignited alien technology serve miniature sun around planets orbit new sun rekindled every 5 years though book opens rekindling nearly overdue fear among populace may never happen again summary wikipedia |
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12969 |
13710 |
Deal With The Devil |
Eden Phillpotts |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Satire |
A Deal with the Devil is a classic tale with a humorous twist. We find that on the night preceeding his 100th birthday Grandpapa, a cantankerous yet loveable sort, has made a deal with the devil, which his granddaughter, in part, will pay. - Summary by Angelique G. Campbell |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-deal-with-the-devil-by-eden-phillpotts/ |
deal devil classic tale humorous twist find night preceeding 100th birthday grandpapa cantankerous yet loveable sort made deal devil granddaughter part pay summary angelique g campbell |
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12970 |
13711 |
Ice Creams, Water Ices, Frozen Puddings |
Sarah Tyson Heston Rorer |
Cooking |
This is a book of recipes for ice cream, water ice, and other refreshments for all occasions. Though it has become much easier for us to make ice-cream as compared to when these recipes were written, the recipes will still make tasty treats today! - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/ice-creams-water-ices-frozen-puddings-by-sarah-tyson-heston-rorer/ |
book recipes ice cream water ice refreshments occasions though become much easier us make ice cream compared recipes written recipes still make tasty treats today summary carolin |
| 12983 |
12971 |
13712 |
The Haunted Organist of Hurly Burly and Other Stories |
Rosa Mulholland |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
This is a collection of 10 original ghost stories by Rosa Mulholland, published in 1880. Some only one section long; others spread out over 3 or 4 sections. Enjoy!\n\nSummary by Carolin |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/the-haunted-organist-of-hurly-burly-and-other-stories-by-rosa-mulholland/ |
collection 10 original ghost stories rosa mulholland published 1880 one section long others spread 3 4 sections enjoy summary carolin |
| 12984 |
12972 |
13713 |
Toni, the Little Woodcarver |
Johanna Spyri |
General |
Toni is a little boy who discovers a love for woodcarving. When tragedy strikes and his father dies, Toni does all he can to help his mother Elsbeth. He sets his dream aside to become a woodcarver when the cost to pursue it is out of their means. The only job available for the boy is as a herdsman in the mountains. Cut off from the home he loves, he suffers tremendously and no one can help. Only his mother’s love can turn him around. (Summary by Rainee) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/toni-the-little-woodcarver-by-johanna-spyri/ |
toni little boy discovers love woodcarving tragedy strikes father dies toni help mother elsbeth sets dream aside become woodcarver cost pursue means job available boy herdsman mountains cut home loves suffers tremendously one help mother s love turn around summary rainee |
| 12985 |
12973 |
13714 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 034 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-034-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual |
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12974 |
13715 |
Tale of Grunty Pig |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Grunty Pig is one of 16 stories of his Slumber Town Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-grunty-pig-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale grunty pig one 16 stories slumber town tales series summary larry wilson |
| 12987 |
12975 |
13716 |
Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol |
William John Locke |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This 1912 collection of short stories is of lighthearted adventures of an irresponsible -- and irrepressible -- Frenchman in England and Paris. The author (1863-1930) was a popular British novelist, dramatist, and playwright, known especially for his short stories. Several of his works were made into London and Broadway stage plays as well as motion pictures (starring Mary Pickford, Judi Dench, Maggie Smith and more). - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-joyous-adventures-of-aristide-pujol-by-william-john-locke/ |
1912 collection short stories lighthearted adventures irresponsible irrepressible frenchman england paris author 1863 1930 popular british novelist dramatist playwright known especially short stories several works made london broadway stage plays well motion pictures starring mary pickford judi dench maggie smith more summary wikipedia david wales |
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12976 |
13717 |
Riceyman Steps |
Arnold Bennett |
General Fiction |
Arnold Bennet's masterly novel is a gritty tale about a bookseller whose life and love of a woman are afflicted by miserliness. It is set in London's characterful Clerkenwell district shortly after the First World War. - Summary by Anthony Ogus |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/riceyman-steps-by-arnold-bennett/ |
arnold bennet s masterly novel gritty tale bookseller whose life love woman afflicted miserliness set london s characterful clerkenwell district shortly first world war summary anthony ogus |
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12977 |
13718 |
Benefit of the Doubt |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
The plot resolves around a young woman being cited in court as "The Other Woman" in a divorce case, and how her family reacts to it. Says her uncle: I shall go out; people shall see me walking boldly through the streets: Portland Place—Regent Street—Fletcher Portwood, with his head up—his head up, they’ll say. I shall not turn my back on you, my poor little girl; don’t be frightened of that. You were always my favourite niece— I shall dine at the House, and then sup at the club. All London shall see me. “Look at Portwood!” everybody will say. “Then there can’t be the slightest foundation for this scandal about his niece——!”\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMrs. Emptage (a widow): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nClaude Emptage (her son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nJustina Emptage (her daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M. C.</a><br>\nTheophila Fraser (her daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nSir Fletcher Portwood, M.P. (her brother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMrs. Cloys (her sister): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nRt. Rev. Anthony Cloys, D.D., Bishop of St. Olpherts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nAlexander Fraser—“Fraser of Locheen”: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12827">Treefairy</a><br>\nJohn Allingham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nOlive Allingham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nDenzil Shafto (Allingham’s Friend): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nPeter Elphick (Allingham’s Friend): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nMrs. Quinton Twelves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nHorton (a servant at Mrs. Emptage’s): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13096">CharlieData</a><br>\nQuaife (a servant at Mr. Allingham’s): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-benefit-of-the-doubt-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
plot resolves around young woman cited court the woman divorce case family reacts it says uncle shall go out people shall see walking boldly streets portland place regent street fletcher portwood head up his head up they ll say shall turn back you poor little girl don t frightened that always favourite niece shall dine house sup club london shall see me look portwood everybody say then can t slightest foundation scandal niece summary toddhw br br cast list br mrs emptage a widow a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br claude emptage her son a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br justina emptage her daughter a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br theophila fraser her daughter a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br sir fletcher portwood m p her brother a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mrs cloys her sister a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br rt rev anthony cloys d d bishop st olpherts a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br alexander fraser fraser locheen a href https librivox org reader 12827 treefairy a br john allingham a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br olive allingham a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br denzil shafto allingham s friend a href https librivox org reader 13139 lex hankins a br peter elphick allingham s friend a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br mrs quinton twelves a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br horton a servant mrs emptage s a href https librivox org reader 13096 charliedata a br quaife a servant mr allingham s a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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12978 |
13719 |
Crossings: A Fairy Play |
Walter De la Mare |
Fantastic Fiction, Plays |
Under the terms of a will, the Wildersham children have to relocate from the family house in the city to "Crossings" in the country, and to spend the first fortnight alone fending for themselves in the house. The children encounter interesting country neighbors, including ghosts and fairies. Or are they dreaming?\n\nWalter De La Mare was a poet, and we have a number of his poems available at Librivox. This is his only play: "Crossings was produced for the first time in 1919, at the Wick School, Hove, to celebrate the coming of Peace. With the exception of one grown-up, Mr. Sebastian Sprott, its characters were taken by boys aged fourteen, or under." - Summary by ToddHW and Author\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMr. Charles James Wildersham: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nSarah, or Sallie (his First Daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12923">EmmaHatton</a><br>\nFrances, or France (his Second Daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nAnthony, or Tony (his Son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nAnn (his Third Daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nMiss Agatha Wildersham (his Sister, and their Aunt, of Bayswater): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12055">Carol Pelster</a><br>\nRev. Jeremy Welcome (Vicar of Little Crossings, and a friend of the children’s aunt, Susan, who is dead): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMiss Julia Welcome (his Sister): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nJosephine (their Niece): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nLady Minch (of the Hall, Great Crossings): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13420">Anita Sloma-Martinez</a><br>\nMr. Josiah Widge (the Cabman of Little Crossings): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11331">Scotty Smith</a><br>\nMr. John Budge (the Butcher of Little Crossings): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMrs. Budge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11953">Nichalia Schwartz</a><br>\nJemima Budge (their small Daughter, also called Pollie): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nMr. William Honeyman (the Baker of Little Crossings): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nMrs. Honeyman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nEmily Honeyman (their small Daughter): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nThe Candlestick-maker (of Nowhere): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nA Beggarman (of Everywhere): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nThe Queen of the Fairies: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nFairies, numberless and innumerable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11953">Nichalia Schwartz</a><br>\nMrs. Marshall (the family cook): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nStage Directions and Edited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/crossings-a-fairy-play-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
terms will wildersham children relocate family house city crossings country spend first fortnight alone fending house children encounter interesting country neighbors including ghosts fairies dreaming walter de la mare poet number poems available librivox play crossings produced first time 1919 wick school hove celebrate coming peace exception one grown up mr sebastian sprott characters taken boys aged fourteen under summary toddhw author br br cast list br mr charles james wildersham a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br sarah sallie his first daughter a href https librivox org reader 12923 emmahatton a br frances france his second daughter a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br anthony tony his son a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ann his third daughter a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br miss agatha wildersham his sister aunt bayswater a href https librivox org reader 12055 carol pelster a br rev jeremy welcome vicar little crossings friend children s aunt susan dead a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br miss julia welcome his sister a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br josephine their niece a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br lady minch of hall great crossings a href https librivox org reader 13420 anita sloma martinez a br mr josiah widge the cabman little crossings a href https librivox org reader 11331 scotty smith a br mr john budge the butcher little crossings a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mrs budge a href https librivox org reader 11953 nichalia schwartz a br jemima budge their small daughter also called pollie a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mr william honeyman the baker little crossings a href https librivox org reader 13661 lynette caulkins a br mrs honeyman a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br emily honeyman their small daughter a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br candlestick maker of nowhere a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br beggarman of everywhere a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br queen fairies a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br fairies numberless innumerable a href https librivox org reader 11953 nichalia schwartz a br mrs marshall the family cook a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br stage directions edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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12979 |
13720 |
Ghosts of Growth |
George Parsons Lathrop |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Ghosts of Growth by George Parsons Lathrop.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 20, 2019. <br> ------<br>\n\nThe poet describes the beauties of nature after a snow fall, and the result of the mid-day sun. (D Lawrence) |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-ghosts-of-growth-by-george-parsons-lathrop/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings ghosts growth george parsons lathrop br weekly poetry project january 20 2019 br br poet describes beauties nature snow fall result mid day sun d lawrence |
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12980 |
13721 |
Glimpses of Bengal |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Travel & Geography, Memoirs, Letters |
The book is a selection of letters written by Tagore, in various places in Bengal, India. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/glimpses-of-bengal-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
book selection letters written tagore various places bengal india |
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12981 |
13722 |
Judith Lee - Pages From Her Life |
Richard Marsh |
Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Judith Lee is a young woman with an unusual gift, she can read lips at a distance as well as she can hear the person next to her. Her skill leads her into a number of adventures. Written by Richard Marsh (The Beetle, Joss: the Reversion) and published in the Strand Magazine in 1911, Marsh creates a strong independent female detective. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/judith-lee-pages-from-her-life-by-richard-marsh/ |
judith lee young woman unusual gift read lips distance well hear person next her skill leads number adventures written richard marsh the beetle joss reversion published strand magazine 1911 marsh creates strong independent female detective |
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12982 |
13723 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 15, Feb. 10, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction, Short Stories |
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and more. This 15th issue of the serial, published on February 10, 1880, features stories of Valentine's Day generosity, a royal child wedding, a hero dog, and how our modern calendar came to be. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-15-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children containing delightful serialized stories short stories fiction nonfiction poetry more 15th issue serial published february 10 1880 features stories valentine s day generosity royal child wedding hero dog modern calendar came be serial published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
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12983 |
13724 |
On Christian Doctrine |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Christianity - Commentary |
De doctrina Christiana, On Christian Doctrine, is a famous treatise by Augustine of Hippo, consisting of four books that describe how to interpret and teach the Scriptures. The first three books, published in 397, set three tasks for Christian teachers and preachers: to discover the truth in the contents of the Scriptures, to teach the truth from the Scriptures, and to defend scriptural truth when it was attacked. It is believed that the last part of book three and the totality of book four were added much later, in 426. The fourth book is especially quoted for being the first treatment of the relation between Christianity and Ancient Rhetoric. Summary by Leni. |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/on-christian-doctrine-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
de doctrina christiana christian doctrine famous treatise augustine hippo consisting four books describe interpret teach scriptures first three books published 397 set three tasks christian teachers preachers discover truth contents scriptures teach truth scriptures defend scriptural truth attacked believed last part book three totality book four added much later 426 fourth book especially quoted first treatment relation christianity ancient rhetoric summary leni |
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12984 |
13725 |
Paris Pair, Their Day's Doings |
Beatrice Bradshaw Brown |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of Paris Pair, Their Day's Doings by Beatrice Bradshaw Brown.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 20, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA poetic summary of a day in the life of two children in Paris. (D Lawrence) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/paris-pair-their-days-doings-by-beatrice-bradshaw-brown/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings paris pair day s doings beatrice bradshaw brown br fortnightly poetry project january 20 2019 br br poetic summary day life two children paris d lawrence |
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12985 |
13726 |
Privilege of Pain |
Caroline Kane Mills Everett |
Health & Fitness, Philosophy |
We have seen that as mankind rises in the scale of civilization the body becomes increasingly less important. Nevertheless, I wish it to be clearly understood, that I do not maintain that it is preferable to be ill than well, but only that each state has its own peculiar privileges, which are rarely interchangeable.\n\nHealth and sickness are merely different roads to achievement. The earth requires rain as well as sunshine; we need both tears and laughter; navvies are necessary and so are philosophers.\nThe book details how people from many professions who had some or other physical disability or pain reached their goals. The introduction is by Kate Douglas Wiggin. \n - Summary by Stav Nisser and the conclusion of the book. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-privilege-of-pain-by-caroline-kane-mills-everett/ |
seen mankind rises scale civilization body becomes increasingly less important nevertheless wish clearly understood maintain preferable ill well state peculiar privileges rarely interchangeable health sickness merely different roads achievement earth requires rain well sunshine need tears laughter navvies necessary philosophers book details people many professions physical disability pain reached goals introduction kate douglas wiggin summary stav nisser conclusion book |
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12986 |
13727 |
Golden Maiden and Other Folk Tales and Fairy Stories Told in Armenia |
A. G. Seklemian |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Armenians trace their history back to before the time of the Babylonians and earliest recorded history - in fact, to Togarmah, a grandson of Japhet, Noah's son, who settled in Armenia after the Ark came to rest on mount Ararat. Armenia was also the first State in the world to adopt Christianity as their official religion, around the 3rd Century AD. This book contains many wonderful folk and fairy tales culled from this long history of the Armenian country people, to whom all nature is full of stories, by the scholar and storyteller Mr. A. G. Seklemian. - Summary by Noel Badrian |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-maiden-and-other-folk-tales-and-fairy-stories-told-in-armenia-by-a-g-seklemian/ |
armenians trace history back time babylonians earliest recorded history fact togarmah grandson japhet noah s son settled armenia ark came rest mount ararat armenia also first state world adopt christianity official religion around 3rd century ad book contains many wonderful folk fairy tales culled long history armenian country people nature full stories scholar storyteller mr a g seklemian summary noel badrian |
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12987 |
13728 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 078 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. The ever-popular detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle, including the demise of Sherlock Holmes, the quirky Ambrose Bierce and Bill Nye and the wistful Soul of the Violin will keep you entertained and amused in this, the 78th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-078-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers ever popular detective stories arthur conan doyle including demise sherlock holmes quirky ambrose bierce bill nye wistful soul violin keep entertained amused this 78th librivox short story collection |
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12988 |
13730 |
Elements of Herpetology and Ichthyology |
William Ruschenberger |
Animals, Nature |
This succinct little textbook from 1844 presents an introduction to herpetology and ichthyology. The information, albeit not current, is still interesting and of use as a general overview of reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Please note that the classification of the animals may have changed since this time, as well as their environmental status. The step back in time to hear the Victorian view of nature makes it a remarkable read in itself. The author was president of the Academy of Natural Sciences. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/the-elements-of-herpetology-and-ichthyology-by-william-ruschenberger/ |
succinct little textbook 1844 presents introduction herpetology ichthyology information albeit current still interesting use general overview reptiles amphibians fish please note classification animals may changed since time well environmental status step back time hear victorian view nature makes remarkable read itself author president academy natural sciences summary a gramour |
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12989 |
13731 |
Romance of Modern Mechanism |
Archibald Williams |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
In 1910, when this book was published, the advancement of modern mechanism was still moving at a rapid pace. It must have seemed like very day, new inventions were made to make life easier. Most of these are still very much in use today, such as the lawn-mower, automatic milking machines in the dairy industry, fire engines, and escalators. Learn about how these worked in this volume. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-romance-of-modern-mechanism-by-archibald-williams/ |
1910 book published advancement modern mechanism still moving rapid pace must seemed like day new inventions made make life easier still much use today lawn mower automatic milking machines dairy industry fire engines escalators learn worked volume summary carolin |
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12990 |
13732 |
Black Box |
E. Phillips Oppenheim |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Sanford Quest, the master criminologist of the world, attempts to bring to justice the murderer of Lord Ashleigh's daughter. But he soon discovers that he has just entered a life-and-death struggle with a mysterious master criminal. (Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-box-by-e-phillips-oppenheim/ |
sanford quest master criminologist world attempts bring justice murderer lord ashleigh s daughter soon discovers entered life and death struggle mysterious master criminal summary richard kilmer |
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12991 |
13733 |
William Again |
Richmal Crompton |
Family, General |
Fourteen more stories about William Brown. William is a mischievous eleven year old who is puzzled by the adult world, which is no less puzzled by him. The humor is gentle and pleasing in this 1923 publication. The series of books is better known in the United Kingdom than in the United States. (Summary by david wales) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/william-again-by-richmal-crompton/ |
fourteen stories william brown william mischievous eleven year old puzzled adult world less puzzled him humor gentle pleasing 1923 publication series books better known united kingdom united states summary david wales |
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12992 |
13734 |
Just As I Am |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The murder has finally been solved. After 20 years, Humphrey Vargas came with his dog, seemingly from no where, and informed the magistrate of the county that he murdered the popular Mr. Blake. He even told the magistrate the whole story. This book picks up where other books end and shows how this revelation brings about a chain of unexpected events. Knowing who murdered such a popular man does not make things any easier around the county, as memories finally surface, and relationships may change forever. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/just-as-i-am-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
murder finally solved 20 years humphrey vargas came dog seemingly where informed magistrate county murdered popular mr blake even told magistrate whole story book picks books end shows revelation brings chain unexpected events knowing murdered popular man make things easier around county memories finally surface relationships may change forever summary stav nisser |
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12993 |
13735 |
Fir-Tree Fairy Book |
Clifton Johnson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
In this volume, Clifton Johnson has compiled his favourite fairy tales. We hear a lot of animals, because fairy tales with animals in them are Mr. Johnson's favourite stories, but we also hear of fairies, of wizards, and princesses. The stories are sometimes taken from the famous volumes of the Brothers Grimm or from Anderson, but a lot of them are based on folklore and stories from around the world. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-fir-tree-fairy-book-by-clifton-johnson/ |
volume clifton johnson compiled favourite fairy tales hear lot animals fairy tales animals mr johnson s favourite stories also hear fairies wizards princesses stories sometimes taken famous volumes brothers grimm anderson lot based folklore stories around world summary carolin |
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12994 |
13736 |
Ocean of Air - Meteorology for Beginners |
Agnes Giberne |
Earth Sciences |
This is an immensely readable book explaining anything to do with air - the atmosphere, wind and clouds, and life. This 1896 explanation has since been overtaken by more specific scientific discoveries, but the general concepts certainly still hold true until today. Any beginner interested in meteorology will find this book a great place to start. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-ocean-of-air-meteorology-for-beginners-by-agnes-giberne/ |
immensely readable book explaining anything air atmosphere wind clouds life 1896 explanation since overtaken specific scientific discoveries general concepts certainly still hold true today beginner interested meteorology find book great place start summary carolin |
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12995 |
13737 |
Korean Fairy Tales |
William Elliot Griffis |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Everywhere on earth the fairy world of each country is older and perhaps more enduring than the one we see and feel and tread upon. So I tell in this book the folk lore of the Korean people, and of the behavior of the particular kind of fairies that inhabit the Land of Morning Splendor. (From the Preface by William Elliot Griffis) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/korean-fairy-tales-by-william-elliot-griffis/ |
everywhere earth fairy world country older perhaps enduring one see feel tread upon tell book folk lore korean people behavior particular kind fairies inhabit land morning splendor from preface william elliot griffis |
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12996 |
13738 |
My Bondage and My Freedom |
Frederick Douglass |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
The life of Frederick Douglass, recorded in the pages which follow, is not merely an example of self elevation under the most adverse circumstances; it is, moreover, a noble vindication of the highest aims of the American anti-slavery movement. (Introduction)<br/> |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/my-bondage-and-my-freedom-by-frederick-douglass/ |
life frederick douglass recorded pages follow merely example self elevation adverse circumstances is moreover noble vindication highest aims american anti slavery movement introduction br |
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12997 |
13739 |
Friendly Five |
Mary C. Hungerford |
School |
"There were neither examinations nor graduation exercises at the Coventry Institute. The only ceremony peculiar to the last day of school, except the farewells, was a little sermon from Mrs. Abbott, the principal, preceded by reading the average of reports for the year." Delia, Lily and Kate predict speeches and a visitor... but are surprised at what that visitor has brought them and what he wants them to do for the next year! Suddenly, they can't wait for next term! - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-friendly-five-by-mary-c-hungerford/ |
there neither examinations graduation exercises coventry institute ceremony peculiar last day school except farewells little sermon mrs abbott principal preceded reading average reports year delia lily kate predict speeches visitor surprised visitor brought wants next year suddenly can t wait next term summary lynne thompson |
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12998 |
13740 |
Star-Chamber: An Historical Romance, Volume 2 |
William Harrison Ainsworth |
Romance |
The second volume of a romance with the backdrop of the notorious Star Chamber of the English legal system. The Chamber began as purely administrative, but gradually took on more of a judicial role, enforcing the monarch's will when the courts could or would not do so. As the mix of fact and fiction unfolds in this tale, the court is beginning to lose favor during the reign of James I as the church once again increased its power, while Parliament's power decreased as the monarch tried to rule without them. |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-star-chamber-an-historical-romance-volume-2-by-william-harrison-ainsworth/ |
second volume romance backdrop notorious star chamber english legal system chamber began purely administrative gradually took judicial role enforcing monarch s courts could would so mix fact fiction unfolds tale court beginning lose favor reign james church increased power parliament s power decreased monarch tried rule without them |
| 13011 |
12999 |
13741 |
Lieutenant and Others |
Sapper |
Short Stories |
This is a volume of short stories by Herman Cyril McNeile, better known by his pseudonym "Sapper", who is well-known until today for his haunting short stories and novels, set at the front in World War I, and based on his first-hand experiences. This collection is early, it was published in 1916, the bloodiest and most gruesome year of what would later be known as the Great War. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-lieutenant-and-others-by-sapper/ |
volume short stories herman cyril mcneile better known pseudonym sapper well known today haunting short stories novels set front world war i based first hand experiences collection early published 1916 bloodiest gruesome year would later known great war summary carolin |
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13000 |
13742 |
Tutankhamen: and the Discovery of His Tomb by the Late Earl of Carnarvon and Mr. Howard Carter |
Sir Grafton Elliot Smith |
Modern (19th C), Other religions |
(From the Introduction) “Never before in the history of archaeological inquiry has any event excited such immediate and world-wide interest as Mr. Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb in November 1922. It gives us a new revelation of the wealth and luxury of Egyptian civilization during its most magnificent period. In beauty and design and perfection of craftsmanship, Tutankhamen's funerary equipment is indeed a new revelation of the ancient Egyptians' artistic feeling and technical skill.”</p>\n\n“At the time of Tutankhamen the great peoples that had built up civilization were losing their dominant position. If Egyptian rule had not been weakened at this particular time...the Old Testament would not have been composed in the atmosphere of strife that gives it its distinctive tone and seems to us today to exalt the importance of warfare and the value of military courage.”</p>\n\n“The period which is so brilliantly illuminated by the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb is thus perhaps the most critical period in the whole history of civilization. A new era was dawning and every scrap of information that sheds any light upon the circumstances of this fateful time is of tremendous interest to us in understanding the civilization under which we ourselves are living.” (Steven Seitel) </p> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/tutankhamen-and-the-discovery-of-his-tomb-by-the-late-earl-of-carnarvon-and-mr-howard-carter-by-sir-grafton-elliot-smith/ |
from introduction never history archaeological inquiry event excited immediate world wide interest mr howard carter s discovery tutankhamen s tomb november 1922 gives us new revelation wealth luxury egyptian civilization magnificent period beauty design perfection craftsmanship tutankhamen s funerary equipment indeed new revelation ancient egyptians artistic feeling technical skill p at time tutankhamen great peoples built civilization losing dominant position egyptian rule weakened particular time the old testament would composed atmosphere strife gives distinctive tone seems us today exalt importance warfare value military courage p the period brilliantly illuminated discovery tutankhamen s tomb thus perhaps critical period whole history civilization new era dawning every scrap information sheds light upon circumstances fateful time tremendous interest us understanding civilization living steven seitel p |
| 13013 |
13007 |
13750 |
At A Lunar Eclipse |
Thomas Hardy |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 25 recordings of At A Lunar Eclipse by Thomas Hardy.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 27, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nWhile Hardy wrote poetry throughout his life and regarded himself primarily as a poet, his first collection was not published until 1898. Initially, therefore, he gained fame as the author of such novels as Far from the Madding Crowd (1874), The Mayor of Casterbridge (1886), Tess of the d'Urbervilles (1891), and Jude the Obscure (1895). During his lifetime, Hardy's poetry was acclaimed by younger poets (particularly the Georgians) who viewed him as a mentor. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/at-a-lunar-eclipse-by-thomas-hardy/ |
librivox volunteers bring 25 recordings lunar eclipse thomas hardy br weekly poetry project january 27 2019 br br hardy wrote poetry throughout life regarded primarily poet first collection published 1898 initially therefore gained fame author novels far madding crowd 1874 mayor casterbridge 1886 tess d urbervilles 1891 jude obscure 1895 lifetime hardy s poetry acclaimed younger poets particularly georgians viewed mentor summary wikipedia |
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13001 |
13744 |
На краю света (On the Edge of the World) |
Nikolai Leskov |
Travel Fiction, Religious Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Повесть основана на подлинном случае миссионерской деятельности архиепископа Нила (1799-1874), но написана с характерным для Лескова гротеском и тщательной шлифовкой персонажей. Затронута необычная для русской литературы 19-го века тема свободы вероисповедания.\n\n "Making up things is hard labour for me, so I've always felt the need for having before me real faces which could intrigue me with their spirituality; then they get hold of me and I infuse them with new life, using some real-life stories as a basis," wrote Leskov about the characters of this book. Bigger than life characters meet at a missionary expedition to the Siberian North. The subject of freedom of faith is unusual for the 19-century Russian literature. - Summary by Mark Chulsky (& Wikipedia) |
Russian |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-edge-of-the-world-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
повесть основана на подлинном случае миссионерской деятельности архиепископа нила 1799 1874 но написана с характерным для лескова гротеском и тщательной шлифовкой персонажей затронута необычная для русской литературы 19 го века тема свободы вероисповедания making things hard labour me i ve always felt need real faces could intrigue spirituality get hold infuse new life using real life stories basis wrote leskov characters book bigger life characters meet missionary expedition siberian north subject freedom faith unusual 19 century russian literature summary mark chulsky wikipedia |
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13002 |
13745 |
Complete Works of Artemus Ward Part 4, To California and Return |
Artemus Ward |
Travel Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Charles Farrar Browne, a native of Maine, became famous as a writer and lecturer under the name of Artemus Ward. Like his friend Mark Twain, Browne worked as a type-setter in his youth and in 1858, began publishing a series of letters, essays, and stories told in the first person by a droll, illiterate rube with a good measure of subtle common sense who commented on the events and fads of the day. Taking his character to the stage as a lecturer, Browne became an early-day prototype of what we now name a stand-up comedian. Artemus Ward was such a favorite of President Abraham Lincoln that the chief executive read one of the Ward stories to his assembled cabinet officers before getting down to the business of discussing the proposed Emancipation Proclamation. Browne’s writings became popular in England as well as in America, and he travelled to Britain to perform his Artemus Ward lectures and contribute to the comic magazine Punch. Browne contracted tuberculosis and died at the age of thirty-two in Southampton. (There was a real Artemus Ward, a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolution.) - Summary by Delmar H. Dolbier |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-works-of-artemus-ward-part-4-to-california-and-return-by-artemus-ward/ |
charles farrar browne native maine became famous writer lecturer name artemus ward like friend mark twain browne worked type setter youth 1858 began publishing series letters essays stories told first person droll illiterate rube good measure subtle common sense commented events fads day taking character stage lecturer browne became early day prototype name stand up comedian artemus ward favorite president abraham lincoln chief executive read one ward stories assembled cabinet officers getting business discussing proposed emancipation proclamation browne s writings became popular england well america travelled britain perform artemus ward lectures contribute comic magazine punch browne contracted tuberculosis died age thirty two southampton there real artemus ward general continental army american revolution summary delmar h dolbier |
| 13016 |
13003 |
13746 |
Lovecraft's Influences and Favorites |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Anthologies |
In 1927, H. P. Lovecraft wrote a long essay on "Supernatural Horror in Literature" in which he discussed the history of what came to be known as Weird Fiction. This collection includes many of the texts that Lovecraft mentioned in the essay, beginning with Edgar Allan Poe's <i>Fall of the House of Usher</i>, published in 1839 and ending with Walter de la Mare <i>Seaton's Aunt</i> from 1922. Included are 19 stories and 1 poem. - Summary by Alan Winterrowd |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lovecrafts-influences-and-favorites-by-various/ |
1927 h p lovecraft wrote long essay supernatural horror literature discussed history came known weird fiction collection includes many texts lovecraft mentioned essay beginning edgar allan poe s i fall house usher i published 1839 ending walter de la mare i seaton s aunt i 1922 included 19 stories 1 poem summary alan winterrowd |
| 13017 |
13004 |
13747 |
Cowardly Lion of Oz (version 2) |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
General |
Mustafa of Mudge has heard of the famous Cowardly Lion of Oz, and decides to capture him and put him into a zoo! He enlists the help of Bob Up and a clown called Notta Bit More - the master of disguise! The Cowardly Lion meanwhile travels though Oz and meets a stone man, who offers to turn the Cowardly Lion into stone: after all, a stone lion doesn't feel fear! Is this the solution to the Cowardly Lion's quest for courage? Or is it a trap, and does the stone man want to trick him for reasons of his own?\n\nThe Cowardly Lion of Oz was published in 1923, and is the seventeenth in the Oz series created by L. Frank Baum. It is the third by Ruth Plumly Thompson, and comes directly after "Kabumpo in Oz". The main themes are disguises, honesty, and being true to who you are. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-cowardly-lion-of-oz-version-2-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
mustafa mudge heard famous cowardly lion oz decides capture put zoo enlists help bob clown called notta bit master disguise cowardly lion meanwhile travels though oz meets stone man offers turn cowardly lion stone all stone lion feel fear solution cowardly lion s quest courage trap stone man want trick reasons own cowardly lion oz published 1923 seventeenth oz series created l frank baum third ruth plumly thompson comes directly kabumpo oz main themes disguises honesty true are summary beth thomas |
| 13018 |
13005 |
13748 |
Lying Lover: or, The Ladies' Friendship |
Richard Steele |
Plays |
"The spark of this play is introduced with as much agility and life as he brought with him from France, and as much humour as I could bestow upon him in England. But he uses the advantages of a learned education, a ready fancy, and a liberal fortune, without the circumspection and good sense which should always attend the pleasures of a gentleman; that is to say, a reasonable creature. Thus he makes false love, gets drunk, and kills his man; but in the fifth Act awakes from his debauch, with the compunction and remorse which is suitable to a man's finding himself in a gaol for the death of his friend, without his knowing why. (From Preface) - Summary by Preface\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nOld Bookwit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nYoung Bookwit, the "Lying Lover": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLovemore, in love with Penelope: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nFrederick, Friend to Lovemore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nLatine, Friend to Young Bookwit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nStorm, a Highwayman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nCharcoal, an Alchemist and Coiner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nSimon, Servant to Penelope: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPenelope: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nVictoria, Friend to Penelope: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nBetty, Victoria's Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nLettice, Penelope's Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMaid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11953">Nichalia Schwartz</a><br>\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nWatchman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">adr6090</a><br>\nFirst Prisoner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13220">TwoFace</a><br>\nSecond Prisoner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nTurnkey: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nGaoler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12552">pmstrahm</a><br>\nChair man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMr Leveridge, professional singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-lying-lover-or-the-ladies-friendship-by-richard-steele/ |
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| 13019 |
13006 |
13749 |
Helps to Holiness |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
Samuel Logan Brengle was a commissioner in the Salvation Army. His books are known for the practicality, joyfulness and authenticity. His life was spent working with people on the streets, so his insights into the work of the Holy Spirit are relevant to everyday life. His holiness was that of the street, the kitchen, and everyday life. His stories are of men and women living their daily lives. This book is the first in his "Holiness" trilogy, explaining what Holiness is and how to get it. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/helps-to-holiness-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
samuel logan brengle commissioner salvation army books known practicality joyfulness authenticity life spent working people streets insights work holy spirit relevant everyday life holiness street kitchen everyday life stories men women living daily lives book first holiness trilogy explaining holiness get it summary beth thomas |
| 13020 |
13009 |
13752 |
Fair Maid of Perth, Or, St. Valentine's Day |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
Henry Gow has fallen in love with the Fair Maid of Perth, Catherine, the glovemaker's daughter. To make sure that he would be the first person she sees on Valentine's day, he walks to her house at the break of dawn, and arrives - just in time to save her from am attempted kidnapping. Henry acts immediately to save her, but the attackers are not just some ruffians but well-born and well-connected. Henry and Catherine are drawn into the games and intrigues of the nobility, with little choice but to play along.. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-fair-maid-of-perth-or-st-valentines-day-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
henry gow fallen love fair maid perth catherine glovemaker s daughter make sure would first person sees valentine s day walks house break dawn arrives time save attempted kidnapping henry acts immediately save her attackers ruffians well born well connected henry catherine drawn games intrigues nobility little choice play along summary carolin |
| 13021 |
13010 |
13753 |
Beautiful Lady |
Booth Tarkington |
General Fiction |
Raffaele Ansolini is down on his luck: living in Paris is not quite so amazing if there are no funds to finance the amusement. So Ansolini has taken radical steps to support himself. Shaving off his hair, he uses his bald head as advertising space for a local theatre. This is not the costume in which to meet the most beautiful woman in Paris. Will he be able to find her again? - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-beautiful-lady-by-booth-tarkington/ |
raffaele ansolini luck living paris quite amazing funds finance amusement ansolini taken radical steps support himself shaving hair uses bald head advertising space local theatre costume meet beautiful woman paris able find again summary carolin |
| 13022 |
13011 |
13754 |
New York Nocturnes, and Other Poems |
Sir Charles G. D. Roberts |
Poetry |
This is a volume of poetry by Canadian poet and prose writer Sir Charles G.D. Roberts. This volume starts with a series of poems on New York City, and then includes some other poems on miscellaneous subjects. The poems of the "Father of Canadian Poetry" will be enjoyed by all modern listeners who are fans of New York. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/new-york-nocturnes-and-other-poems-by-charles-roberts/ |
volume poetry canadian poet prose writer sir charles g d roberts volume starts series poems new york city includes poems miscellaneous subjects poems father canadian poetry enjoyed modern listeners fans new york summary carolin |
| 13023 |
13012 |
13755 |
Inheritance |
Susan Edmonstoune Ferrier |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, Historical Fiction |
"As the noblest attribute of man, family pride had been cherished time immemorial by the noble race of Rossville. Deep and incurable, therefore, was the wound inflicted on all its members by the marriage of the honorable Thomas St. Clair, the youngest son of the Earl of Rossville, with the humble Miss Sarah Black, a beautiful girl of obscure origin and no fortune." And so the stage is set for our plot, which focuses on the implications and complications of the return from France to Scotland of the Rossville widow and her daughter-heiress Gertrude, who must suffer the onslaught of relations and suitors as well as a mysterious, threatening stranger who plagues her mother. And while we suffer with Gertrude, who also may be in love with the wrong man, we enjoy a myriad of wonderful satiric portraits of the menagerie of minor characters in this lively story. (Summary by Jim Locke) |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/the-inheritance-by-susan-edmonstoune-ferrier/ |
as noblest attribute man family pride cherished time immemorial noble race rossville deep incurable therefore wound inflicted members marriage honorable thomas st clair youngest son earl rossville humble miss sarah black beautiful girl obscure origin fortune stage set plot focuses implications complications return france scotland rossville widow daughter heiress gertrude must suffer onslaught relations suitors well mysterious threatening stranger plagues mother suffer gertrude also may love wrong man enjoy myriad wonderful satiric portraits menagerie minor characters lively story summary jim locke |
| 13024 |
13013 |
13756 |
Every Man Out of His Humour |
Ben Jonson |
Plays |
Every Man Out of His Humour followed Jonson's play Every Man In His Humour. "This play as a fabric of plot is a very slight affair; but as a satirical picture of the manners of the time, proceeding by means of vivid caricature, couched in witty and brilliant dialogue and sustained by that righteous indignation which must lie at the heart of all true satire — as a realisation, in short, of the classical ideal of comedy — there had been nothing like Jonson's comedy since the days of Aristophanes.... What Jonson really did, was to raise the dramatic lampoon to an art, and make out of a casual burlesque and bit of mimicry a dramatic satire of literary pretensions and permanency." - Summary by ToddHW and Introduction\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAsper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMacilente: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nPuntarvolo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nCarlo Buffone: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFastidious Brisk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nDeliro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nFallace: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nSaviolina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nSordido: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9642">Chris Pyle</a><br>\nFungso: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nSogliardo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a><br>\nCavalier Shift: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nNotary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9929">Zames Curran</a><br>\nClove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nOrange: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nCordatus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMitis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPrologue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nHind: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nCinedo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nGentlewoman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nLady Puntarvolo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nFido: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12257">Luke Castle</a><br>\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nFirst Rustic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nSecond Rustic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nThird Rustic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nFourth Rustic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a><br>\nFifth Rustic: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMusician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nHaberdasher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nGroom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nGeorge: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nConstable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nDrawer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br> |
English |
1599 |
https://librivox.org/every-man-out-of-his-humour-by-ben-jonson/ |
every man humour followed jonson s play every man humour this play fabric plot slight affair satirical picture manners time proceeding means vivid caricature couched witty brilliant dialogue sustained righteous indignation must lie heart true satire realisation short classical ideal comedy nothing like jonson s comedy since days aristophanes jonson really did raise dramatic lampoon art make casual burlesque bit mimicry dramatic satire literary pretensions permanency summary toddhw introduction br br cast list br asper a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br macilente a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br puntarvolo a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br carlo buffone a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br fastidious brisk a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br deliro a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br fallace a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br saviolina a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br sordido a href https librivox org reader 9642 chris pyle a br fungso a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br sogliardo a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a br cavalier shift a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br notary a href https librivox org reader 9929 zames curran a br clove a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br orange a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br cordatus a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mitis a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br prologue a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br hind a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br cinedo a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br gentlewoman a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br lady puntarvolo a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br fido a href https librivox org reader 12257 luke castle a br tailor a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br first rustic a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br second rustic a href https librivox org reader 13139 lex hankins a br third rustic a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br fourth rustic a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a br fifth rustic a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br musician a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br haberdasher a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br groom a href https librivox org reader 13139 lex hankins a br george a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br constable a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br drawer a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br servant a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br |
| 13025 |
13014 |
13757 |
Last Rebel |
Joseph A. Altsheler |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Arthur West has been taken as a prisoner of war by Colonel Hetherhill of the Confederate States of America, and imprisoned at Fort Defiance, where an oddly small number of soldiers are stationed. More odd than the size of the fort's company, however, is the fact that the Civil War ended thirty years prior to West's capture. This is the story of West's attempts to regain his freedom. - Summary by David Gore |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-rebel-by-joseph-a-altsheler/ |
arthur west taken prisoner war colonel hetherhill confederate states america imprisoned fort defiance oddly small number soldiers stationed odd size fort s company however fact civil war ended thirty years prior west s capture story west s attempts regain freedom summary david gore |
| 13026 |
13015 |
13758 |
Book of the Cat |
Mabel Humphrey |
Animals & Nature |
Stories of kittens and cats who have a variety of adventures. This book is aimed at children, but adults (especially those who love cats!) will enjoy it just the same. - Summary by Foon |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-the-cat-by-mabel-humphrey/ |
stories kittens cats variety adventures book aimed children adults especially love cats enjoy same summary foon |
| 13027 |
13141 |
13902 |
Voice of the Void |
George Parsons Lathrop |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of The Voice of the Void by George Parsons Lathrop.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nGeorge Parsons Lathrop was an American poet, novelist, and newspaper editor. He married Nathaniel Hawthorne's daughter, Rose Hawthorne. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-voice-of-the-void-by-george-parsons-lathrop/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings voice void george parsons lathrop br weekly poetry project march 17 2019 br br george parsons lathrop american poet novelist newspaper editor married nathaniel hawthorne s daughter rose hawthorne summary wikipedia |
| 13028 |
13016 |
13759 |
Notwithstanding |
Mary Cholmondeley |
Historical Fiction |
The book starts with Annette Georges choosing between two fates: suicide and running away with a disreputable stranger. She is rescued by a kind woman who looks after her until she can go to live with her maiden aunts in a village in the English countryside. There she meets and makes friends with various people and, almost coincidentally, the facts of her past come back to play a crucial part in the story. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/notwithstanding-by-mary-cholmondeley/ |
book starts annette georges choosing two fates suicide running away disreputable stranger rescued kind woman looks go live maiden aunts village english countryside meets makes friends various people and almost coincidentally facts past come back play crucial part story summary simon evers |
| 13029 |
13017 |
13760 |
Summer in a Canyon: A California Story (Dramatic Reading) |
Kate Douglas Wiggin |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings, Family |
A group of friends spend a summer camping in a canyon in Southern California. Fun camp adventures, breath-taking scenery, and a little state history and legends too. - Summary by LikeManyWaters<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>Dr. Paul Winship: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Mrs. Truth Winship: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Bell Winship: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Dicky Winship: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Polly Oliver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>Geoffrey Strong: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>Margery Noble: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>Philip Noble: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>Jack Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11806">Navin</a><br>Elsie Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Laura Burton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11953">Nichalia Schwartz</a><br>Hop Yet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Mrs. Howard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13128">Elisabeth Holland</a><br>Mrs. Oliver: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13128">Elisabeth Holland</a><br>Grandfather: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13079">MrRogers</a><br>Scott Burton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13079">MrRogers</a><br>Teresita: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13096">CharlieData</a><br>Manuel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a></p> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-summer-in-a-canyon-a-california-story-dramatic-reading-by-kate-douglas-wiggin/ |
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13018 |
13761 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 15) - The Odyssey (Book 15) |
Homer |
Epics |
Ἡ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία O' - Τηλεμάχου πρὸς Εὔμαιον ἄφιξις.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 15. Telemachus Returns.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 15 : Arrivée de Télémaque à la porcherie.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-15-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία o τηλεμάχου πρὸς εὔμαιον ἄφιξις br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 15 telemachus returns br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 15 arrivée de télémaque à la porcherie br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13019 |
13762 |
Son At The Front |
Edith Wharton |
War & Military Fiction |
This is an overlooked novel by the author of House Of Mirth, Age Of Innocence, and more. She already became the first woman to win the Pulitzer prize for literature before this novel was written. Edith Wharton is known for her combination of social observations, criticism, and compassion. This WWI novel is told from the point of view of parents, forced to live their own lives when their son is at the front. John and Julia are divorced parents. When their only son George enlists, Julia and her second husband do their best to give him a desk job. But George shocks everybody by enlisting. His mother is horrified, his father and stepfather are secretly proud. But would he return alive? - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/a-son-at-the-front-by-edith-wharton/ |
overlooked novel author house mirth age innocence more already became first woman win pulitzer prize literature novel written edith wharton known combination social observations criticism compassion wwi novel told point view parents forced live lives son front john julia divorced parents son george enlists julia second husband best give desk job george shocks everybody enlisting mother horrified father stepfather secretly proud would return alive summary stav nisser |
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13020 |
13763 |
Cave Twins |
Lucy Fitch Perkins |
Animals & Nature |
Lucy Perkins has given us many books featuring twins that give a child insight into different cultures and countries. In this one she explaining prehistoric man and his environment: "This is a story about things that happened ages and ages ago, before any of us were born, or our great-great-grandfathers either, for that matter. It was so very long ago that there were no houses, or farms, or roads from one place to another, and there was not a single city, or a town, or even a village in the whole earth. There was just the great, round world, all fresh and new, and covered with growing things; and there were wild beasts of all kinds in the forests, and fishes of all kinds in the seas, and all sorts of birds and flying creatures in the air. Besides all these wonderful things in the new, new world, there was Man." Her stories are always well written, entertaining and informative. Let's follow those impulsive 8 year old twins with "bright twinkling eyes and flaming red hair" as they encounter dangers and adventures in very early history. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-cave-twins-by-lucy-fitch-perkins/ |
lucy perkins given us many books featuring twins give child insight different cultures countries one explaining prehistoric man environment this story things happened ages ages ago us born great great grandfathers either matter long ago houses farms roads one place another single city town even village whole earth great round world fresh new covered growing things wild beasts kinds forests fishes kinds seas sorts birds flying creatures air besides wonderful things new new world man stories always well written entertaining informative let s follow impulsive 8 year old twins bright twinkling eyes flaming red hair encounter dangers adventures early history summary phil chenevert |
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13021 |
13764 |
Vegetable; or, From President to Postman |
F. Scott Fitzgerald |
Comedy, Satire |
<i>” “Any man who doesn’t want to get on in the world, to make a million dollars, and maybe even park his toothbrush in the White House, hasn’t got as much to him as a good dog has—he’s nothing more or less than a vegetable.”</i><br><br>Such is the preface of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s only outing as a playwright. The action begins when 35-year-old railway clerk Jerry Frost gets drunk off a bootlegger’s potent hooch on the eve of Warren G. Harding’s presidential nomination. As a result, the second act takes place entirely within Jerry’s intoxicated fantasies, where he has become the new U.S. President and must deal with an assortment of colorful characters and situations. It is here where comic farce and political satire come to intriguing blows, as Fitzgerald finds opportunities to comment (discreetly or not) on the political climate of his day. When his pseudo-presidency goes all to pieces, Jerry’s fantasy comes crashing down, and as he comes to his senses in the third act, we find that his career aspirations have become decidedly less lofty.<br><br>Though decidedly a minor work from <i>The Great Gatsby</i>’s author, <i>The Vegetable</i> finds him skewering the American Dream’s ethos in ways he would never do again. It’s lighthearted, naughty, irreverent, and does just the trick to escape—even if briefly—from our turbulent times. - Summary by Tomas Peter\n<br><br> Cast List <br>\nJerry Frost: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCharlotte Frost: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nHoratio "Dada" Frost: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nDoris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nJoseph Fish: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nMr. Snooks: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMr. Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nGeneral Pushing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nChief Justice Fossile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>\nThe Detective: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMr. Stutz-Mozart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nNewsboy / First Senator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSecond Senator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nThird Senator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\n<br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEditors: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">Linny</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-vegetable-or-from-president-to-postman-by-f-scott-fitzgerald/ |
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13022 |
13765 |
World’s Story Volume VI: Russia, Austria-Hungary, the Balkan States and Turkey |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction, War & Military |
This is the sixth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part VI include the Russian Empire, the fights for independence in Hungary and the Balkan states and the politics of early Turkey. - Summary by Sonia<br>\n<BR>Cast list for Wallenstein and the cuirassiers:<BR>\nTerzky: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Wallenstein: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Anspessade: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Second Cuirassier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Third Cuirassier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Butler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-vi-russia-austria-hungary-the-balkan-states-and-turkey-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
sixth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part vi include russian empire fights independence hungary balkan states politics early turkey summary sonia br br cast list wallenstein cuirassiers br terzky a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a wallenstein a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a anspessade a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a second cuirassier a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a third cuirassier a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a butler a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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13023 |
13766 |
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 2 |
Pliny the Elder |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Science |
The Natural History of Pliny the Elder is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman Empire. The full work consists of 37 books, covering more than 20.000 topics ranging from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious stones. The book became a model for later encyclopaedias and gives a fascinating overview of the state of scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago. This version of the Natural History (or, the "Pliny") has been adapted for a younger audience. This second volume contains Book III (Man, His Birth and His Organization) and Book IV (The Nature of Terrestrial Animals) out of a total of 9 books. - Summary by Foon |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-boys-and-girls-pliny-vol-2-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
natural history pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire full work consists 37 books covering 20 000 topics ranging astronomy mathematics botany precious stones book became model later encyclopaedias gives fascinating overview state scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago version natural history or pliny adapted younger audience second volume contains book iii man birth organization book iv the nature terrestrial animals total 9 books summary foon |
| 13036 |
13024 |
13767 |
Coloured Stars: versions of fifty Asiatic love poems |
Edward Powys Mathers |
Anthologies |
"There is an opportunity of knowing in brilliant English translations much of the poetry of China and Japan, of India and Persia; and Arabic poetry is \naccessible ; but I believe this book to be the first general English anthology of Asiatic verse. It is haphazard, as such books must be until some polyglot scholar gives a whole life to the matter. Variety was the only aim possible in a space so small, and therefore I have selected love poems of different centuries and of both primitive and subtle peoples."\n - Summary by Author |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/coloured-stars-versions-of-fifty-asiatic-love-poems-by-edward-powys-mathers/ |
there opportunity knowing brilliant english translations much poetry china japan india persia arabic poetry accessible believe book first general english anthology asiatic verse haphazard books must polyglot scholar gives whole life matter variety aim possible space small therefore selected love poems different centuries primitive subtle peoples summary author |
| 13037 |
13025 |
13768 |
Clock Struck One |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Fergus Hume was a prolific writer of Victorian murder mysteries and The Clock Struck One is another great example of his inventive plots. Julian Edermont living in near seclusion for the last 20 years fearful of an unknown assailant is beaten to death in his study following an argument with his ward's fiance Dr. Allen Scott. The secret revealed to Allen during this argument is such that he breaks off his engagement to Dora refusing to reveal the cause. Since those around her seem unwilling to share what they know it is up to Dora to discover the truth and unmask the murderer of her guardian. - Summary by Celine Major </p> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-clock-struck-one-by-fergus-hume/ |
fergus hume prolific writer victorian murder mysteries clock struck one another great example inventive plots julian edermont living near seclusion last 20 years fearful unknown assailant beaten death study following argument ward s fiance dr allen scott secret revealed allen argument breaks engagement dora refusing reveal cause since around seem unwilling share know dora discover truth unmask murderer guardian summary celine major p |
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13026 |
13769 |
Camp Fire Girls Amid the Snows |
Margaret Vandercook |
Action & Adventure |
Betty and Esther are having another camping adventure in the New Hampshire hills, but this time it is the dead of winter. They are stuck with an overturned sleigh in the middle of a snowstorm! That is just the beginning of the problems that need to be overcome by these two smart girls! (Summary by Ann Boulais) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-camp-fire-girls-amid-the-snows-by-margaret-vandercook/ |
betty esther another camping adventure new hampshire hills time dead winter stuck overturned sleigh middle snowstorm beginning problems need overcome two smart girls summary ann boulais |
| 13039 |
13030 |
13774 |
Canoeing in the Wilderness |
Henry David Thoreau |
Nature, Exploration |
A highly descriptive and engaging narrative from one of America's beloved nature writers, this short piece shows well Thoreau's great love of the early American wilderness. Be transported to the deep woods of Maine and share in both Thoreau's delight in nature and also his admiration of those others who have a deeper connection with the natural world around them. (Summary by Falassewen) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/canoeing-in-the-wilderness-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
highly descriptive engaging narrative one america s beloved nature writers short piece shows well thoreau s great love early american wilderness transported deep woods maine share thoreau s delight nature also admiration others deeper connection natural world around them summary falassewen |
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13031 |
13775 |
Living With Our Children: A Book of Little Essays for Mothers |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Family Life |
This book is a collection of small essays to help parents better understand their children and offer help to parents in the task of raising them. To quote from the preface, “It is hoped that the very simplicity and homeliness of method of this book may help eager, devoted, perplexed parents to realize that similarity in apparent diversity which underlies the experiences of different people, to perceive more clearly that the small affairs of childhood are really very large in their significance and that our way of dealing with them concerns far more than the present moment.” Summary by SweetHome. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/living-with-our-children-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
book collection small essays help parents better understand children offer help parents task raising them quote preface it hoped simplicity homeliness method book may help eager devoted perplexed parents realize similarity apparent diversity underlies experiences different people perceive clearly small affairs childhood really large significance way dealing concerns far present moment summary sweethome |
| 13041 |
13032 |
13777 |
Beauty's Hour |
Olivia Shakespear |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
The young, intelligent Mary discovers that through an act of will she can transform her appearance to make herself incredibly beautiful. But will her newfound identity be all that she hopes?\n\nThis recording is from the novella’s original publication in The Savoy in August and September 1896. (Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/beautys-hour-by-olivia-shakespear/ |
young intelligent mary discovers act transform appearance make incredibly beautiful newfound identity hopes recording novella s original publication savoy august september 1896 newgatenovelist |
| 13042 |
13033 |
13778 |
Corsario |
George Gordon, Lord Byron |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Poetry, Published 1800 -1900 |
El corsario es, ante todo, un poema autobiográfico que narra las aventuras de un tal Conrado, un corsario rechazado por la sociedad -no así por las mujeres- debido a su comportamiento escandaloso. Byron fue uno de los poetas que gozó en vida de más popularidad. Su existencia se enlazó con la historia política europea de un cuarto de siglo, y llegó a eclipsar en su patria y en su época la gloria de otros poetas. Byron fue un genial poeta romántico, que con sus obras y aun con su misma vida legendaria y anómala, era el prototipo del poeta romántico, hasta el extremo de asumir en él toda la escuela romántica que se designó con el nombre de byronismo. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1832 |
https://librivox.org/el-corsario-by-george-gordon-lord-byron/ |
el corsario es ante todo un poema autobiográfico que narra las aventuras de un tal conrado un corsario rechazado por la sociedad no así por las mujeres debido su comportamiento escandaloso byron fue uno de los poetas que gozó en vida de más popularidad su existencia se enlazó con la historia política europea de un cuarto de siglo llegó eclipsar en su patria en su época la gloria de otros poetas byron fue un genial poeta romántico que con sus obras aun con su misma vida legendaria anómala era el prototipo del poeta romántico hasta el extremo de asumir en él toda la escuela romántica que se designó con el nombre de byronismo summary phileas fogg |
| 13043 |
13034 |
13780 |
Master of Life and Death |
Robert Silverberg |
Science Fiction |
When Roy Walton becomes the new director of the UN division of population control, after the director is assassinated, he becomes the most hated man in the world. Being Director involved him in not only population control, but a terra-forming project on Venus, and negotiations with aliens. Not only that, but some people were trying to kill him. To stay alive, he had to become The Master of Life and Death. Summary by Dale Grothman. |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/master-of-life-and-death-by-robert-silverberg/ |
roy walton becomes new director un division population control director assassinated becomes hated man world director involved population control terra forming project venus negotiations aliens that people trying kill him stay alive become master life death summary dale grothman |
| 13044 |
13035 |
13781 |
De l'Allemagne |
Madame Germaine de Staël |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Toute l'érudition littéraire si variée et étendue, et les convictions politiques de Madame Germaine de Staël, à une période particulière en France, 1810.</br>\nTout le talent de plume si fluide, clair, alerte de l’auteure dans cet ouvrage essentiel.</br>\nLes mœurs des Allemands, de différentes régions, société, langue, etc...</br>\nLa littérature et les Arts, différentes époques, Wieland, Klopstock, Goethe, Schiller, Lessing, poésies, art dramatique et romans.</br>\nPhilosophie et Morale, en Angleterre et en France, puis Kant, influence sur le caractère des Allemands, la morale scientifique, Jacobi, etc...</br>\nReligion et Enthousiasme, catholicisme, protestantisme, philosophes religieux, mysticité, douleur, contemplation de la nature, enthousiasme et vie en adéquation avec soi-même, bonheur. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/de-lallemagne-by-madame-germaine-de-stael/ |
toute l érudition littéraire si variée et étendue et les convictions politiques de madame germaine de staël à une période particulière en france 1810 br tout le talent de plume si fluide clair alerte de l auteure dans cet ouvrage essentiel br les mœurs des allemands de différentes régions société langue etc br la littérature et les arts différentes époques wieland klopstock goethe schiller lessing poésies art dramatique et romans br philosophie et morale en angleterre et en france puis kant influence sur le caractère des allemands la morale scientifique jacobi etc br religion et enthousiasme catholicisme protestantisme philosophes religieux mysticité douleur contemplation de la nature enthousiasme et vie en adéquation avec soi même bonheur summary christiane jehanne |
| 13045 |
13076 |
13827 |
Lines. After the Manner of the Olden Time. |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Lines. After the Manner of the Olden Time by George Pope Morris.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nGeorge Pope Morris was an American editor, poet, and songwriter. He was especially well-known was his poem-turned-song "Woodman, Spare that Tree! - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/lines-after-the-manner-of-the-olden-time-by-george-pope-morris/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings lines manner olden time george pope morris br fortnightly poetry project february 17 2019 br br george pope morris american editor poet songwriter especially well known poem turned song woodman spare tree summary wikipedia |
| 13046 |
13036 |
13782 |
rencontre |
William Dean Howells |
Romance |
Kitty Ellison, orpheline vit avec la famille de son oncle dans l'Etat de New York. En voyage, sur le bateau à vapeur quittant le Québec pour remonter le Saguenay, elle fait la connaissance de l'aristocrate Miles Arbuton de Boston. Il s'éprend de la jeune fille et la demande en mariage. Kitty est consciente de leur différence de milieu, mais accepte sa proposition. Quand des amis aristocrates de Arbuton les rejoignent, celui-ci change de comportement. - Summary by Margot |
French |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/une-rencontre-by-william-dean-howells/ |
kitty ellison orpheline vit avec la famille de son oncle dans l etat de new york en voyage sur le bateau à vapeur quittant le québec pour remonter le saguenay elle fait la connaissance de l aristocrate miles arbuton de boston il s éprend de la jeune fille et la demande en mariage kitty est consciente de leur différence de milieu mais accepte sa proposition quand des amis aristocrates de arbuton les rejoignent celui ci change de comportement summary margot |
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13037 |
13783 |
Knight - Errant |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Knight - Errant by Madison Cawein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nCawein's poetry allied his love of nature with a devotion to earlier English and European literature, mythology, and classical allusion. This certainly encompassed much of T. S. Eliot's own interest, but whereas Eliot was also seeking a modern language and form, Cawein strove to maintain a traditional approach. Although he gained an international reputation, he has been eclipsed as the genre of poetry in which he worked became increasingly outmoded. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/knight-errant-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings knight errant madison cawein br weekly poetry project february 3 2019 br br cawein s poetry allied love nature devotion earlier english european literature mythology classical allusion certainly encompassed much t s eliot s interest whereas eliot also seeking modern language form cawein strove maintain traditional approach although gained international reputation eclipsed genre poetry worked became increasingly outmoded summary wikipedia |
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13038 |
13784 |
Voices Of The Night - And Other Poems |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Single author |
Longfellow's first collection of early poems, published in 1895, with a short biography by the editor, a chronological list of his works, plus analysis and commentary on Longfellow's themes, style, and talent, by various authors. ( Michele Fry) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/voices-of-the-night-and-other-poems-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
longfellow s first collection early poems published 1895 short biography editor chronological list works plus analysis commentary longfellow s themes style talent various authors michele fry |
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13039 |
13785 |
Psalm Of Life |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Single author |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of A Psalm Of Life by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis poem was first published in the October 1838 issue of The Knickerbocker, a New York City magazine. It then appeared in Longfellow's first published book of poems, Voices Of The Night, in 1839. It is an upbeat psalmists answer to the biblical psalm that we are but dust heading for the grave, urging us instead to be heroic, to make the most of our lives, and set a good example for others to follow. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1839 |
https://librivox.org/a-psalm-of-life-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings psalm life henry wadsworth longfellow br fortnightly poetry project february 3 2019 br br poem first published october 1838 issue knickerbocker new york city magazine appeared longfellow s first published book poems voices night 1839 upbeat psalmists answer biblical psalm dust heading grave urging us instead heroic make lives set good example others follow summary michele fry |
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13040 |
13786 |
History of California: The Spanish Period |
Charles Edward Chapman |
Early Modern |
If you have ever wondered why Spain (and not Japan, which was so so much better positioned to do it) was first to “settle” the Golden State, this book is for you. Professor Chapman has produced a comprehensive and highly entertaining popular history of “the Californias,” beginning with a nod to geography and the native races and carrying on through to the arrival of Old Glory in 1848.\nWhat might in less capable hands have proved a heavy historical loaf to digest is lightened and leavened with the yeast of “interesting incident” throughout. Consider the plight of the newly-appointed Governor of Alta California, Pedro Fages, whose own wife, the fiery Catalan Doña Eulalia Callis, who, when she wasn't giving away to the “naked indians” all of her own clothes (and the Governor's, too) secretly petitioned the authorities in Mexico for his removal from office. The author relates at some length the romantic story of beautiful Conceptión Argüello, who chose to wait faithfully all her life for the return of the rascally Razánov the Russian, with whom she had fallen in love. The tragic conclusion of this affair is touchingly imagined in an extended quote from the famous poem by Bret Harte.(1)\nBut not all is frivolity. The historical meat is here as well, in breadth and in detail. The author's stated purpose is “to show that California history is important as well as interesting,—that the great Anza expedition of 1775-1776 and the Yuma massacre of 1781 demand inclusion in any comprehensive history of the United States,—that California, while it indeed has a romantic history to tell, has also a great deal more than that to contribute to the cherished traditions of the American people.” (Preface)\n(1) Conceptión de Argüello. by Bret Harte, Presidio de San Francisco, 1800.\n- Summary by Steven Seitel |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-california-the-spanish-period-by-charles-edward-chapman/ |
ever wondered spain and japan much better positioned it first settle golden state book you professor chapman produced comprehensive highly entertaining popular history the californias beginning nod geography native races carrying arrival old glory 1848 might less capable hands proved heavy historical loaf digest lightened leavened yeast interesting incident throughout consider plight newly appointed governor alta california pedro fages whose wife fiery catalan doña eulalia callis who giving away naked indians clothes and governor s too secretly petitioned authorities mexico removal office author relates length romantic story beautiful conceptión argüello chose wait faithfully life return rascally razánov russian fallen love tragic conclusion affair touchingly imagined extended quote famous poem bret harte 1 frivolity historical meat well breadth detail author s stated purpose to show california history important well interesting that great anza expedition 1775 1776 yuma massacre 1781 demand inclusion comprehensive history united states that california indeed romantic history tell also great deal contribute cherished traditions american people preface 1 conceptión de argüello bret harte presidio de san francisco 1800 summary steven seitel |
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13041 |
13787 |
Spy Company, a Story of the Mexican War |
Archibald Clavering Gunter |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Exciting adventures of a beautiful Texan debutante. She was raised in New York City high society and attended the best schools. When her mother died she felt the urge to go out west to join her father, whom she never knew, on their massive ranch. What followed were river boat journeys, steamboat gamblers, desperadoes, con artists, Mexican military and Indian attacks. She rode out west under the protection of the Texan Rangers and US military only to discover the ultimate deception when she reached the ranch! (Summary by johnb) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-spy-company-by-archibald-clavering-gunter/ |
exciting adventures beautiful texan debutante raised new york city high society attended best schools mother died felt urge go west join father never knew massive ranch followed river boat journeys steamboat gamblers desperadoes con artists mexican military indian attacks rode west protection texan rangers us military discover ultimate deception reached ranch summary johnb |
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13042 |
13788 |
Silver Bear |
Edna Adelaide Brown |
Family |
This is the first Lucy and Dora story. A charming story about Lucy and Dora, two little girls in a New England town. They are not really sisters, but soon everyone forgot that fact. The Silver Bear is a necklace, treasured by the girls. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-silver-bear-by-edna-adelaide-brown/ |
first lucy dora story charming story lucy dora two little girls new england town really sisters soon everyone forgot fact silver bear necklace treasured girls |
| 13053 |
13043 |
13789 |
Lives Of The Most Remarkable Criminals Who have been Condemned and Executed for Murder, the Highway, Housebreaking, Street Robberies, Coining or other offences Vol 2 |
Arthur L. Hayward |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This is the second volume in this collection of reports and newspaper stories regarding notorious criminals and their punishment, assembled by prison inspector Arthur Hayward from original sources originally published in 1735.\n\nPlease note that some listeners may find the language and terminology in some chapters offensive. It is Librivox policy to maintain the original without alteration or censorship. ( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-remarkable-criminals-who-have-been-condemned-and-executed-for-murder-the-highway-housebreaking-street-robberies-coining-or-other-offences-vol-2-by-arthur-l-hayward/ |
second volume collection reports newspaper stories regarding notorious criminals punishment assembled prison inspector arthur hayward original sources originally published 1735 please note listeners may find language terminology chapters offensive librivox policy maintain original without alteration censorship lynne thompson |
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13044 |
13790 |
Sons of Fire |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, Historical Fiction |
"He was a stranger in Matcham, a 'foreigner' as the villagers called such alien visitors. He had never been in the village before, knew nothing of its inhabitants or its surroundings, its customs, ways, local prejudices, produce, trade, scandals, hates, loves, subserviencies, gods, or devils , and yet henceforward he was to be closely allied with Matcham, for a certain bachelor uncle had lately died and left him a small estate within a mile of the village." |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/sons-of-fire-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
he stranger matcham foreigner villagers called alien visitors never village before knew nothing inhabitants surroundings customs ways local prejudices produce trade scandals hates loves subserviencies gods devils yet henceforward closely allied matcham certain bachelor uncle lately died left small estate within mile village |
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13045 |
13791 |
Range Dwellers |
B. M. Bower |
Humorous Fiction, Westerns |
Ellis Carleton, son of a rich and indulgent father, has enjoyed a wasteful and irresponsible young adulthood. But on reaching 25 it is time to grow up, so dad sends him off to dad’s ranch in outback Montana with instructions to the foreman to pay Ellis the same as the other hands, but only if he earns it. A disputed roadway, an old feud with a neighboring rancher, a new one with his desirable daughter, all drive Ellis to delightful distraction. (Tom Penn) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-range-dwellers-by-b-m-bower/ |
ellis carleton son rich indulgent father enjoyed wasteful irresponsible young adulthood reaching 25 time grow up dad sends dad s ranch outback montana instructions foreman pay ellis hands earns it disputed roadway old feud neighboring rancher new one desirable daughter drive ellis delightful distraction tom penn |
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13046 |
13792 |
Tale of Frisky Squirrel |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Frisky Squirrel is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-frisky-squirrel-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale frisky squirrel one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson |
| 13057 |
13047 |
13793 |
Limanora, The Island Of Progress |
Godfrey Sweven |
Literary Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Our ethereal man with wings, whom we met in Riallaro, continues his tale about Limanora which is a Utopian Island created as an experiment in Eugenics. Medical and technological advances have led to a central Power Source, computers, and weather control to name a few. - Summary by kirk202 |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/limanora-the-island-of-progress-by-godfrey-sweven/ |
ethereal man wings met riallaro continues tale limanora utopian island created experiment eugenics medical technological advances led central power source computers weather control name few summary kirk202 |
| 13058 |
13048 |
13794 |
Drummer, or, The Haunted House |
Joseph Addison |
Comedy |
Lady Truman received word fourteen months ago that her husband, Sir George Truman, has died in battle. Now a very eligible widow with a large estate, she has more suitors than she knows what to do with. As if that wasn't enough, her house is now being haunted at night by the horrible and ghostly sound of a drum, apparently caused by the restless spirit of her husband. When an old man arrives who claims to be able to lay the spirit to rest, she is so desperate for relief that she determines to give him a chance. Written with wit and good humor, this play will have you laughing out loud! - Summary by Devorah Allen\n<br><br>Cast List<br>\nSir George Truman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nTinsel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>\n<br>Fantome, the Drummer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a>\n<br>Vellum, Sir George Truman's Steward: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a>\n<br>Butler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a>\n<br>Coachman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a>\n<br>Gardener: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a>\n<br>Lady Truman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a>\n<br>Abigal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a>\n<br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br><br> |
English |
1715 |
https://librivox.org/the-drummer-or-the-haunted-house-by-joseph-addison/ |
lady truman received word fourteen months ago husband sir george truman died battle eligible widow large estate suitors knows with enough house haunted night horrible ghostly sound drum apparently caused restless spirit husband old man arrives claims able lay spirit rest desperate relief determines give chance written wit good humor play laughing loud summary devorah allen br br cast list br sir george truman a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br tinsel a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br fantome drummer a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br vellum sir george truman s steward a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br butler a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br coachman a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br gardener a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lady truman a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br abigal a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br br |
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13049 |
13795 |
Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol 2 |
Henry Richard Fox Bourne |
War & Military |
Lord Cochrane was a Napoleonic-era sea captain, whose adventures were the source material for many popular series of naval fiction. He started to write a biography but passed away after completing only two volumes. This work, by Cochrane's secretary and son, completes his "Autobiography of a Seaman". In this volume, Cochrane aids the Greeks against their Ottoman overlords, joins the House of Lords, gets his knighthood back and re-enters the Royal Navy. - Summary by Timothy |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-thomas-lord-cochrane-tenth-earl-of-dundonald-vol-2-by-henry-richard-fox-bourne/ |
lord cochrane napoleonic era sea captain whose adventures source material many popular series naval fiction started write biography passed away completing two volumes work cochrane s secretary son completes autobiography seaman volume cochrane aids greeks ottoman overlords joins house lords gets knighthood back re enters royal navy summary timothy |
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13051 |
13797 |
Primer viaje en torno del globo |
Antonio Pigafetta |
Memoirs, Exploration |
Obra escrita por Antonio Pigafetta, cronista cuyas notas y testimonio han servido para dar a conocer la que fue la primera circunnavegación del globo en la Historia de la Humanidad, al tiempo que constituyeron la principal evidencia de la época a favor de la teoría de que la tierra es redonda. En estás páginas se narra la hazaña lograda en el viaje comandado por Fernando de Magallanes y Juan Sebastián Elcano. Aventura que comenzaron 239 hombres en agosto de 1519 en su periplo hacia lo desconocido y concluyeron tan sólo 18 en septiembre de 1522 al dar la vuelta completa al mundo. Hay pocas palabras que puedan hacer justicia en un resumen del fascinante relato histórico, humano y de aventuras del que se cumplen ahora 500 años. En este proyecto además de los 4 libros originales en los que Pigafetta dividió su obra, se incluyen una breves notas biográficas sobre los protagonistas y un prefacio en el que se detalla brevemente en contexto histórico en el que tuvo lugar este viaje y su trascendencia . (Summary by Epachuko) |
Spanish |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/primer-viaje-en-torno-del-globo-by-antonio-pigafetta/ |
obra escrita por antonio pigafetta cronista cuyas notas testimonio han servido para dar conocer la que fue la primera circunnavegación del globo en la historia de la humanidad al tiempo que constituyeron la principal evidencia de la época favor de la teoría de que la tierra es redonda en estás páginas se narra la hazaña lograda en el viaje comandado por fernando de magallanes juan sebastián elcano aventura que comenzaron 239 hombres en agosto de 1519 en su periplo hacia lo desconocido concluyeron tan sólo 18 en septiembre de 1522 al dar la vuelta completa al mundo hay pocas palabras que puedan hacer justicia en un resumen del fascinante relato histórico humano de aventuras del que se cumplen ahora 500 años en este proyecto además de los 4 libros originales en los que pigafetta dividió su obra se incluyen una breves notas biográficas sobre los protagonistas un prefacio en el que se detalla brevemente en contexto histórico en el que tuvo lugar este viaje su trascendencia summary epachuko |
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13052 |
13799 |
Poems of Progress and New Thought Pastels |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Single author |
This book contains 2 poetry bundles by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, containing many better- or lesser-known poems. The poems are recorded by a single reader (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a>), with the exception of a few poems that are written as small theatrical plays, which are additionally read by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a>. (summary by Foon) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-progress-and-new-thought-pastels-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
book contains 2 poetry bundles ella wheeler wilcox containing many better lesser known poems poems recorded single reader a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a exception poems written small theatrical plays additionally read a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a summary foon |
| 13062 |
13053 |
13800 |
Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (version 5) |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Detective Fiction, Short Stories |
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of twelve short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring his fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. Each of the stories are told in a first-person style from the point of view of Dr. Watson, Holmes' associate and sidekick. The stories detail Holmes and Watson's various adventures in solving cases that befuddle others within law enforcement. This book is a collection of twelve of Doyle's favorite Sherlock Holmes stories. - Summary by TheBookBro |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-version-5-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
adventures sherlock holmes collection twelve short stories sir arthur conan doyle featuring fictional detective sherlock holmes stories told first person style point view dr watson holmes associate sidekick stories detail holmes watson s various adventures solving cases befuddle others within law enforcement book collection twelve doyle s favorite sherlock holmes stories summary thebookbro |
| 13063 |
13054 |
13801 |
City of Endless Night |
Milo Hastings |
Science Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers, Published 1900 onward |
An example of early dystopian science fiction written shortly after World War I, "City of Endless Night" imagines a future with a very different ending to the Great War. Set in 2151 and in an underground Berlin, our protagonist is Lyman De Forrest, an American chemist who enters the city to discover the hidden truths of a forbidden metropolis. The subterranean world hosts a highly-regimented society of 300,000,000 sun-starved humans. As the first outsider to enter, he's horrified by what he finds, but will he accomplish his mission and escape the living tomb?\n - Summary by Kate Follis |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/city-of-endless-night-by-milo-hastings/ |
example early dystopian science fiction written shortly world war i city endless night imagines future different ending great war set 2151 underground berlin protagonist lyman de forrest american chemist enters city discover hidden truths forbidden metropolis subterranean world hosts highly regimented society 300 000 000 sun starved humans first outsider enter he s horrified finds accomplish mission escape living tomb summary kate follis |
| 13064 |
13055 |
13803 |
Tortoises |
D. H. Lawrence |
Single author |
Tortoises is a collection of six poems by D.H. Lawrence inspired by his observation of tortoises going about their business, wild in the landscape of his home. They reveal something about tortoises, about the man watching them, and perhaps about the relationship of each with nature, where they dwell and develop through a lifetime, interconnected. - Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/tortoises-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
tortoises collection six poems d h lawrence inspired observation tortoises going business wild landscape home reveal something tortoises man watching them perhaps relationship nature dwell develop lifetime interconnected summary amy gramour |
| 13065 |
13056 |
13804 |
Michael Angelo's "Dawn" |
Margaret Steele Anderson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Michael Angelo's "Dawn" by Margaret Steele Anderson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 10, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nDawn is a sculpture by Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo, executed for the Medici Chapel in the area of the tomb of Lorenzo de' Medici in Florence, Italy.<br>\nIt is part of a second pair (the second being Dusk), which followed Day and Night in his work on the Chapel. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/michael-angelos-dawn-by-margaret-steele-anderson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings michael angelo s dawn margaret steele anderson br weekly poetry project february 10 2019 br br dawn sculpture italian renaissance artist michelangelo executed medici chapel area tomb lorenzo de medici florence italy br part second pair the second dusk followed day night work chapel summary wikipedia |
| 13066 |
13057 |
13805 |
Snare |
Rafael Sabatini |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
A story of burning jealousy and romance set in the British peninsula campaign against Napoleon. A British officers family is ensnared by mistakes, secrets, and false accusations. ( Peter Strahm) </p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-snare-by-rafael-sabatini/ |
story burning jealousy romance set british peninsula campaign napoleon british officers family ensnared mistakes secrets false accusations peter strahm p |
| 13067 |
13058 |
13806 |
Scilly and its Legends |
Henry John Whitfield |
Travel & Geography |
A travel journal to the Scilly Islands written in the Nineteenth Century. It records Scillonian legends and folklore. There are brief diversions into period racism. -Summary by Timothy Ferguson |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/scilly-and-its-legends-by-henry-john-whitfield/ |
travel journal scilly islands written nineteenth century records scillonian legends folklore brief diversions period racism summary timothy ferguson |
| 13068 |
13059 |
13807 |
Short Stories and Poems for Children, Original and Select |
Unknown |
Poetry |
A collection of short stories and poems for children, filled with sweet but simple life lessons. - Summary by Campbell Schelp |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-and-poems-for-children-original-and-select-by-unknown/ |
collection short stories poems children filled sweet simple life lessons summary campbell schelp |
| 13069 |
13060 |
13808 |
Magnificent Lovers |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
"The King [Louis XIV], who will have nothing but what is magnificent in all he undertakes, wished to give his court an entertainment which should comprise all that the stage can furnish. To facilitate the execution of so vast an idea, and to link together so many different things, his Majesty chose for the subject two rival princes, who, in the lovely vale of Tempe, where the Pythian Games were to be celebrated, vie with each other in fêting a young princess and her mother with all imaginable gallantries." - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nIphicrate, prince in love with Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nTimocles, prince in love with Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nSostratus, a general, also in love with Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nAnaxarchus, an astrologer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nCleon, his son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nChorœbus, in the suit of Aristione: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nClitidas, a court jester, one of the attendants of Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAristione, a princess, mother to Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13294">Cornel Nemes</a><br>\nEriphyle, a princess, daughter to Aristione: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nCleonice, confidante to Eriphyle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nA sham Venus, acting in concert with Anaxarchus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nAeolus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nA Triton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nOther Tritons: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12606">Morgan Z. Sowell</a><br>\nA Cupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11567">EikyTavie</a><br>\nAnother Cupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nYet Another Cupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nNeptune: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nA Sea God: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nSecond Sea God: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April 6090</a><br>\nThird Sea God: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13323">Gail Wamba</a><br>\nClimene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11953">Nichalia Schwartz</a><br>\nPhilinte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/the-magnificent-lovers-by-moliere/ |
the king louis xiv nothing magnificent undertakes wished give court entertainment comprise stage furnish facilitate execution vast idea link together many different things majesty chose subject two rival princes who lovely vale tempe pythian games celebrated vie fêting young princess mother imaginable gallantries summary translator br br cast list br iphicrate prince love eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br timocles prince love eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br sostratus general also love eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br anaxarchus astrologer a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cleon son a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br chorœbus suit aristione a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br clitidas court jester one attendants eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br aristione princess mother eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 13294 cornel nemes a br eriphyle princess daughter aristione a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br cleonice confidante eriphyle a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br sham venus acting concert anaxarchus a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br aeolus a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br triton a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br tritons a href https librivox org reader 12606 morgan z sowell a br cupid a href https librivox org reader 11567 eikytavie a br another cupid a href https librivox org reader 13139 lex hankins a br yet another cupid a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br neptune a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br sea god a href https librivox org reader 13177 frédéric surget a br second sea god a href https librivox org reader 10995 april 6090 a br third sea god a href https librivox org reader 13323 gail wamba a br climene a href https librivox org reader 11953 nichalia schwartz a br philinte a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13070 |
13061 |
13809 |
Day Dreams |
Rudolph Valentino |
Single author |
Published in 1923, Day Dreams is a collection of poems written by Hollywood screen icon Rudolph Valentino. Authored during Valentino’s court-imposed exile from the film industry, where a protracted legal battle with Famous Players-Lasky prevented him from acting, this collection channels much of the actor’s fear, frustration, desire, and his all-encompassing need for escapism. In his own words, this collection helped Valentino "forget the tediousness of worldly strife and the boredom of jurisprudence's pedantic etiquette." This fascinating piece of Hollywood ephemera gives us a snapshot of the famed "Latin Lover" at his most mediative and romantic. (ChuckW) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/day-dreams-by-rudolph-valentino/ |
published 1923 day dreams collection poems written hollywood screen icon rudolph valentino authored valentino s court imposed exile film industry protracted legal battle famous players lasky prevented acting collection channels much actor s fear frustration desire all encompassing need escapism words collection helped valentino forget tediousness worldly strife boredom jurisprudence s pedantic etiquette fascinating piece hollywood ephemera gives us snapshot famed latin lover mediative romantic chuckw |
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13062 |
13810 |
Tale of Sandy Chipmunk |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
Arthur Scott Bailey, a native of the state of Vermont, wrote over forty children's books using a variety of animals, birds and even insects to entertain. The Tale of Sandy Chipmunk is one of 16 stories of his Tuck-Me-In Tales series. - Summary by Larry Wilson</p> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-sandy-chipmunk-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
arthur scott bailey native state vermont wrote forty children s books using variety animals birds even insects entertain tale sandy chipmunk one 16 stories tuck me in tales series summary larry wilson p |
| 13072 |
13063 |
13811 |
Story of a Monkey on a Stick |
Laura Lee Hope |
General |
One of the charming series of Make Believe Stories, this very special toy, the Monkey on a Stick, wonders where he could be, since he REMEMBERS being in the toy shop. Listen to hear what adventures he has when he goes to live with a new friend! - Summary by Nan Dodge\n[This book contains racial prejudices that were once commonplace. They are retained, as originally written in this recording, because to do otherwise would be to deny they existed.] |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-monkey-on-a-stick-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
one charming series make believe stories special toy monkey stick wonders could be since remembers toy shop listen hear adventures goes live new friend summary nan dodge this book contains racial prejudices commonplace retained originally written recording otherwise would deny existed |
| 13073 |
13064 |
13813 |
Story of a Whim |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Published 1900 onward, Christian Fiction |
A group of girls send gifts and letters to one whom they think to be a young woman like them. "Christie" is really a poor young bachelor tending his orange grove in sunny Florida. Through his correspondence with Hazel (who still thinks he's a girl) he becomes a Christian, and falls in love with her. What will happen when she takes a trip south to meet her dear pen-pal? - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-whim-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
group girls send gifts letters one think young woman like them christie really poor young bachelor tending orange grove sunny florida correspondence hazel who still thinks he s girl becomes christian falls love her happen takes trip south meet dear pen pal summary likemanywaters |
| 13074 |
13065 |
13814 |
Casse-noisette et le roi des souris |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
La veille de Noël Marie reçoit un casse-noisette. À minuit, son cadeau s'anime et l'amène dans un monde peuplé de poupée, de friandise et de parfum de rose. Les petits soldats de bois de son frère Fritz et les jouets qui se trouvent dans l'armoire vitrée du salon familial s'animent aussi. Au même moment, des souris et leur roi à sept couronnes apparaissent dans le salon. Alors, des batailles se déclenchent! \n\nEn réalité, c'est un Noël renversant que vit la petite Marie.\n\nLe conte "casse-noisette et le roi des souris" de Hoffmann a été adapté en ballet en 1892 par Tchaïkovski. \n\n - Summary by Aida Boumaza |
French |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/casse-noisette-et-le-roi-des-souris-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
la veille de noël marie reçoit un casse noisette à minuit son cadeau s anime et l amène dans un monde peuplé de poupée de friandise et de parfum de rose les petits soldats de bois de son frère fritz et les jouets qui se trouvent dans l armoire vitrée du salon familial s animent aussi au même moment des souris et leur roi à sept couronnes apparaissent dans le salon alors des batailles se déclenchent en réalité c est un noël renversant que vit la petite marie le conte casse noisette et le roi des souris de hoffmann été adapté en ballet en 1892 par tchaïkovski summary aida boumaza |
| 13075 |
13066 |
13815 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1877 - 1884) |
Chester A. Arthur |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Rutherford B. Hayes and Chester A. Arthur. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1877-1884/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses rutherford b hayes chester a arthur summary wikipedia |
| 13076 |
13067 |
13816 |
Catriona |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This is a sequel to Kidnapped. Many thought Kidnapped ended quite abruptly. The reason is Stevenson planned on writing a sequel. Catriona takes up the story of David Balfour on the same day Kidnapped ends. He must now try to clear his name and the name of James Stewart of the Appin murder. This will not be easy because the Campbells want James Stewart to hang.<br><br>\n\n"Catriona: Being Memoirs of the Further Adventures of David Balfour at Home and Abroad, in which are set forth his misfortunes anent the Appin Murder, his troubles with Lord Advocate Grant: captivity on the Bass Rock, Journey into Holland and France, and singular relations with James More Drummond or MacGregor, a son of the notorious Rob Roy, and his daughter Catriona: written by himself, and now set forth by Robert Louis Stevenson." (Summary by Wayne Cooke and from the title page) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/catriona-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
sequel kidnapped many thought kidnapped ended quite abruptly reason stevenson planned writing sequel catriona takes story david balfour day kidnapped ends must try clear name name james stewart appin murder easy campbells want james stewart hang br br catriona memoirs adventures david balfour home abroad set forth misfortunes anent appin murder troubles lord advocate grant captivity bass rock journey holland france singular relations james drummond macgregor son notorious rob roy daughter catriona written himself set forth robert louis stevenson summary wayne cooke title page |
| 13077 |
13068 |
13817 |
One-Act Play Collection 012 |
Various |
Plays |
Here are 10 One Act Plays for your enjoyment. They range from a 1659 farce by Moliere to a 1896 play by Fuller with early LGBT content; a Gilbert play without Sullivan's music, and many other short gems to make you laugh, cry, think, or all three. NOTE: Although the plays here were all published before 1923 and hence are in the Public Domain in the U.S., Pinski, McFadden, and Wilde died in 1959, 1961, and 1953 respectively and their plays may not yet be in the Public Domain in some countries. (Summary by ToddHW)\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\n01. The Flying Doctor by Moliere, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nValère, in love with Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSganarelle, servant to Valère: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nGorgibus, father to Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nGros-René, valet to Gorgibus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nLucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nSabine, cousin to Lucile: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<br>\n02. At Saint Judas' by Henry Blake Fuller, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nThe Bridegroom: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nThe Best Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Sacristan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<br>\n03. The Grandmother by Lajos Biro, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nThe Grandmother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nThe Blond Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nThe Brunette Young Lady: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nThe Bride: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nThe Vivacious Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nThe Melancholy Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>\nThe Sentimental High School Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nThe Jovial Young Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nThe Polite Young Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nThe Disagreeable Young Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nStage directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\n<br>\n04. Everybody's Husband by Richard Ryan, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nMr. Alexis Twisselton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nMr. Theophilus Bunbury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFiggins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nSpriggins: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nDick, a Waiter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11888">Averagemoe</a><br>\nMrs. Pimpernel, Mistress of a Boardinghouse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nFanny, her Daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMiss Thompson, Spriggins's Ward: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMiss Tomkins, Figgins's Ward: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nMrs. Twisselton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nMaid Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\n<br>\n05. A Dollar by David Pinski, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nThe Comedian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12732">Jim Gallagher</a><br>\nThe Villain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nThe Tragedian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Old Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nThe Heroine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nThe Ingenue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nThe Old Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br>\nThe Stranger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\n<br>\n06. Why the Chimes Rang by Elizabeth Apthorp McFadden, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nHolger - a peasant boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSteen - his younger brother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nBertel - their uncle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nOld Woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13226">Jane Manning</a><br>\nAngel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\n<br>\n07. The Line of No Resistance by Percival Wilde, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nGeorge Robertson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nJean Robertson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEthel Quenton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\n<br>\n08. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern by W. S. Gilbert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nKing Claudius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nQueen Gertrude: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nRosencrantz: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nGuildenstern: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nOphelia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nHamlet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nFirst Player: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nHe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nShe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n09. First Come, First Served by John Maddison Morton, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\nColonel Challenger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nHarry Barton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nBasil Royston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs. Templeton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nJulia Templeton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nJosephine Templeton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>\n<br>\n10. Wanted, A Male Cook by George Melville Baker, Run by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nMr. Heartwell (an old bachelor): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nJoshua Slocum (from Greensville, Maine): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nTeddy Ryan (a native of Ireland): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nFrançois (a French cook): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/one-act-play-collection-012-by-various/ |
10 one act plays enjoyment range 1659 farce moliere 1896 play fuller early lgbt content gilbert play without sullivan s music many short gems make laugh cry think three note although plays published 1923 hence public domain u s pinski mcfadden wilde died 1959 1961 1953 respectively plays may yet public domain countries summary toddhw br br cast list br 01 flying doctor moliere run by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br valère love lucile a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br sganarelle servant valère a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br gorgibus father lucile a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br gros rené valet gorgibus a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br lawyer a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lucile a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br sabine cousin lucile a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br 02 saint judas henry blake fuller run by a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br bridegroom a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br best man a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sacristan a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br 03 grandmother lajos biro run by a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br grandmother a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br blond young lady a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br brunette young lady a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br bride a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br vivacious girl a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br melancholy girl a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br sentimental high school girl a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br jovial young man a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br polite young man a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br disagreeable young man a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br br 04 everybody s husband richard ryan run by a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br mr alexis twisselton a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br mr theophilus bunbury a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br figgins a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br spriggins a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br dick waiter a href https librivox org reader 11888 averagemoe a br mrs pimpernel mistress boardinghouse a href https librivox org reader 12823 pauline latournerie a br fanny daughter a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br miss thompson spriggins s ward a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br miss tomkins figgins s ward a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br mrs twisselton a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br maid servant a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br br 05 dollar david pinski run by a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br comedian a href https librivox org reader 12732 jim gallagher a br villain a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br tragedian a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br old man a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br heroine a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br ingenue a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br old woman a href https librivox org reader 13127 betsy walker a br stranger a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br br 06 chimes rang elizabeth apthorp mcfadden run by a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br holger peasant boy a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br steen younger brother a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br bertel uncle a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br old woman a href https librivox org reader 13226 jane manning a br angel a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br br 07 line resistance percival wilde run by a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br george robertson a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br jean robertson a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br ethel quenton a href https librivox org reader 13127 betsy walker a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br br 08 rosencrantz guildenstern w s gilbert a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br king claudius a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br queen gertrude a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br rosencrantz a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br guildenstern a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ophelia a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br hamlet a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br first player a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br he a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br she a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br br 09 first come first served john maddison morton run by a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br colonel challenger a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br harry barton a href https librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br basil royston a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs templeton a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br julia templeton a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br josephine templeton a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br br 10 wanted male cook george melville baker run by a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br mr heartwell an old bachelor a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br joshua slocum from greensville maine a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br teddy ryan a native ireland a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br françois a french cook a href https librivox org reader 12823 pauline latournerie a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br |
| 13078 |
13069 |
13818 |
Man and Nature on the Broads |
Arthur Henry Patterson |
Modern (19th C) |
From its man-made origins as a consequence of medieval peat excavations, the Broads of Norfolk and Suffolk have evolved into a natural ecosystem, providing habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna (some of which are unique to the Broads area), as well as a means of livelihood for the inhabitants of this region. In the company of the book’s author, a self-taught lifelong naturalist and undisputed expert of the Broads (who also wrote under the pen name of John Knowlittle), we discover how the life of the Broads unfolds over the course of a single year. So, why not listen in, and join us as we take an auditory saunter around these incomparable waterways, learn just a little of what life and nature in Broadland is all about and have a mardle or two with some of the old boys and their mawthers, whose families have lived and worked in this expansive landscape and under wide open skies for many generations. - Summary by TND |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/man-and-nature-on-the-broads-by-arthur-henry-patterson/ |
man made origins consequence medieval peat excavations broads norfolk suffolk evolved natural ecosystem providing habitat diverse range flora fauna some unique broads area well means livelihood inhabitants region company book s author self taught lifelong naturalist undisputed expert broads who also wrote pen name john knowlittle discover life broads unfolds course single year so listen in join us take auditory saunter around incomparable waterways learn little life nature broadland mardle two old boys mawthers whose families lived worked expansive landscape wide open skies many generations summary tnd |
| 13079 |
13070 |
13819 |
Picture-Books In Winter |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
Poetry, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of Picture-Books In Winter by Robert Louis Stevenson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nRobert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish novelist and travel writer, most noted for Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and A Child's Garden of Verses. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/picture-books-in-winter-by-robert-louis-stevenson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings picture books winter robert louis stevenson br weekly poetry project february 17 2019 br br robert louis stevenson scottish novelist travel writer noted treasure island kidnapped strange case dr jekyll mr hyde child s garden verses summary wikipedia |
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13071 |
13821 |
Ancient Poems, Ballads, and Songs of the Peasantry of England |
Various |
Poetry |
This traditional, and, for the most part, unprinted literature,—cherished in remote villages, resisting everywhere the invasion of modern namby-pamby verse and jaunty melody, and possessing, in an historical point of view, especial value as a faithful record of the feeling, usages, and modes of life of the rural population,—had been almost wholly passed over amongst the antiquarian revivals which constitute one of the distinguishing features of the present age. While attention was successfully drawn to other forms of our early poetry, this peasant minstrelsy was scarcely touched, and might be considered unexplored ground. There was great difficulty in collecting materials which lay scattered so widely, and which could be procured in their genuine simplicity only from the people amongst whom they originated, and with whom they are as ‘familiar as household words.’ - Summary by Robert Bell |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/ancient-poems-ballads-and-songs-of-the-peasantry-of-england-by-various/ |
traditional and part unprinted literature cherished remote villages resisting everywhere invasion modern namby pamby verse jaunty melody possessing historical point view especial value faithful record feeling usages modes life rural population had almost wholly passed amongst antiquarian revivals constitute one distinguishing features present age attention successfully drawn forms early poetry peasant minstrelsy scarcely touched might considered unexplored ground great difficulty collecting materials lay scattered widely could procured genuine simplicity people amongst originated familiar household words summary robert bell |
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13072 |
13822 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 16) - The Odyssey (book 16) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Π' - Τηλεμάχου ἀναγνωρισμὸς Ὀδυσσέως.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 16. Ulysses and Telemachus Become Known to One Another<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 16: Ulysse se fait reconnaître de Télémaque.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-16-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία π τηλεμάχου ἀναγνωρισμὸς ὀδυσσέως br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 16 ulysses telemachus become known one another br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 16 ulysse se fait reconnaître de télémaque br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13073 |
13824 |
Posy Ring: A Book of Verse for Children |
Various |
Poetry |
A book of poems grouped by subject by various authors, some well known, some not. Lots of fun poems to listen to at bedtime! ( Lynda Marie Neilson) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-posy-ring-a-book-of-verse-for-children-by-various/ |
book poems grouped subject various authors well known not lots fun poems listen bedtime lynda marie neilson |
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13077 |
13828 |
Turnpike House |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A prolific writer of crime and detective stories Fergus Hume is known for his clever plots. The Turnpike House is another wonderful example of his many intriguing mysteries. EXCERPT: "Suddenly there was the cry of a human being in pain. The light was extinguished, and the mists closed thicker round the ruined building; it might be to hide the sight within the room. Could the walls only have spoken they would have shouted "Murder!" with most miraculous voice. But the age of miracles being past, the walls were dumb, and there was no clamour to greet the horror of this deed done in darkness." - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-turnpike-house-by-fergus-hume/ |
prolific writer crime detective stories fergus hume known clever plots turnpike house another wonderful example many intriguing mysteries excerpt suddenly cry human pain light extinguished mists closed thicker round ruined building might hide sight within room could walls spoken would shouted murder miraculous voice age miracles past walls dumb clamour greet horror deed done darkness summary celine major |
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13078 |
13830 |
Bobby Gray Squirrel's Adventures |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
In this sixth volume of the Twilight Animal series, we read about the adventures of Bobby the Gray Squirrel, who (together with his friends from the woods!) brings joy and happiness to a very special new friend. - Summary by Foon |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/bobby-gray-squirrels-adventures-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
sixth volume twilight animal series read adventures bobby gray squirrel together friends woods brings joy happiness special new friend summary foon |
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13079 |
13831 |
Actions And Reactions |
Rudyard Kipling |
Short Stories |
A collection of short stories by the author of the Jungle book, Kim and Just So Stories. Each story is followed by a poem, so if you like If, this may also be a book for you. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/actions-and-reactions-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
collection short stories author jungle book kim stories story followed poem like if may also book you summary stav nisser |
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13080 |
13832 |
Middle Temple Murder (version 2) |
J. S. Fletcher |
Detective Fiction |
A classic English murder mystery story, set in the legal center of London draws the reluctant attention of a journalist as he makes his way home after a long night on the job. But his newshound instincts kick in. Who is the elderly man? What was he doing at the law chambers in the middle of the night? Why had someone seen fit to strike him on the back of the head? As this convoluted tale weaves its way from London to Cornwall to Yorkshire and back to London, it will keep you guessing until the end. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-middle-temple-murder-version-2-by-j-s-fletcher/ |
classic english murder mystery story set legal center london draws reluctant attention journalist makes way home long night job newshound instincts kick in elderly man law chambers middle night someone seen fit strike back head convoluted tale weaves way london cornwall yorkshire back london keep guessing end |
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13081 |
13833 |
Sacred Herb |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A rich playboy comes home from travels abroad and is bully-ragged by his eccentric aunt into finding meaning for his life. This he does by helping a school chum save his fiancée from the gallows and the playboy falls head over heels in love with the fiancée. A web of deception and lies is revealed and also a long list of who loves who filled with how much each is willing to accept. The colorful cast includes a south sea captain, a fortuneteller, and a colorful doctor who is an authority on the inhabitants and customs of Easter Island. Then, of course, there is the sacred herb!—Enjoy!! (Summary by Sharon Kilmer) |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/the-sacred-herb-by-fergus-hume/ |
rich playboy comes home travels abroad bully ragged eccentric aunt finding meaning life helping school chum save fiancée gallows playboy falls head heels love fiancée web deception lies revealed also long list loves filled much willing accept colorful cast includes south sea captain fortuneteller colorful doctor authority inhabitants customs easter island then course sacred herb enjoy summary sharon kilmer |
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13082 |
13834 |
Heroic Life and Exploits of Siegfried the Dragon Slayer |
Anonymous |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Sagas |
This is the prequel of the Nibelungenlied. It tells the tale of Siegfried as a young man when he sets forth to earn a name for himself so he will be able to stand proudly with his ancestors. - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/the-heroic-life-and-exploits-of-siegfried-the-dragon-slayer-by-anonymous/ |
prequel nibelungenlied tells tale siegfried young man sets forth earn name able stand proudly ancestors summary fritz |
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13083 |
13835 |
Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 3 |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
Political Science, Early Modern |
In "Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius", posthumous work by the author of The Prince, Machiavelli discusses the useful lessons that could be learnt from the past for the present. As the title mentions, the subject of the work is the first ten books of Livy's Ab urbe condita, which cover the expansion of Rome from the legendary monarchy of Romulus to the end of the Third Samnite War (293 BCE). The whole work contains three books, with 142 numbered chapters - perhaps not a coincidence, since Livy's history also contained 142 books. In the third book, the author discusses how the actions of particular men made Rome great. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/discourses-on-the-first-decade-of-titus-livius-book-3-by-niccolo-machiavelli/ |
discourses first decade titus livius posthumous work author prince machiavelli discusses useful lessons could learnt past present title mentions subject work first ten books livy s ab urbe condita cover expansion rome legendary monarchy romulus end third samnite war 293 bce whole work contains three books 142 numbered chapters perhaps coincidence since livy s history also contained 142 books third book author discusses actions particular men made rome great summary leni |
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13084 |
13836 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 079 |
Various |
Short Stories |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. The ever-popular detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle, dark stories from Algernon Blackwood and the quirky from Bill Nye, Ambrose Bierce and O. Henry will keep you entertained and amused in this, the 79th Librivox Short Story Collection brought to you by some of your favorite readers. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-079-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers ever popular detective stories arthur conan doyle dark stories algernon blackwood quirky bill nye ambrose bierce o henry keep entertained amused this 79th librivox short story collection brought favorite readers |
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13142 |
13903 |
Love's Language |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Love's Language, by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nOne of Ella Wheeler Wilcox's most beautiful and passionate poems, originally published in her book, Poems Of Passion, 1883. - Summary by ~ Michele Fry |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/loves-language-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings love s language ella wheeler wilcox br fortnightly poetry project march 17 2019 br br one ella wheeler wilcox s beautiful passionate poems originally published book poems passion 1883 summary michele fry |
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13085 |
13837 |
Brothers Karamazov (version 3) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
Literary Fiction |
Originally published in serial form in 1879-80, “The Brothers Karamazov” is recognized as one of the very greatest masterpieces of world literature. It is the last and finest novel of Fyodor Dostoyevsky, who died before writing a planned sequel. \n\nThe story is organized initially around the efforts of adult sons to deal with their cantankerous and exasperating father. More important, they also have to deal with the problem of how to live in a world where it is difficult to be sure of the truth — whether that be “truth” about others, about oneself, or about deep questions such as faith, doubt, free will, guilt, and responsibility. \n\nDostoyevsky’s technique underlines the difficulty of attaining sure knowledge. The novel’s psychological and philosophical depth sets the stage for modern novelists such as Joyce, Kafka, and Woolf. “The Brothers Karamazov” has been a favorite book for readers as diverse as Albert Einstein, Sigmund Freud, Joseph Stalin, Vladimir Putin, and Hillary Clinton. - Summary by Bruce Pirie |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/brothers-karamazov-v3-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky/ |
originally published serial form 1879 80 the brothers karamazov recognized one greatest masterpieces world literature last finest novel fyodor dostoyevsky died writing planned sequel story organized initially around efforts adult sons deal cantankerous exasperating father important also deal problem live world difficult sure truth whether truth others oneself deep questions faith doubt free will guilt responsibility dostoyevsky s technique underlines difficulty attaining sure knowledge novel s psychological philosophical depth sets stage modern novelists joyce kafka woolf the brothers karamazov favorite book readers diverse albert einstein sigmund freud joseph stalin vladimir putin hillary clinton summary bruce pirie |
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13086 |
13838 |
Catherine Booth |
Mildred Duff |
Biography & Autobiography |
Catherine Booth (1829 – 1890) was the wife of William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army in England. She was a full-partner with her husband in the ministry and work of the movement which from the beginning welcomed women into full ministry and offices of the church. Her influence set the tone for much of the Army's ground-breaking work. Mildred Duff presents here a short but thorough account of Catherine's life and ministry. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/catherine-booth-by-mildred-duff/ |
catherine booth 1829 1890 wife william booth founder salvation army england full partner husband ministry work movement beginning welcomed women full ministry offices church influence set tone much army s ground breaking work mildred duff presents short thorough account catherine s life ministry summary larry wilson |
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13087 |
13839 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 10: Segundo Libro de Samuel |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El segundo libro de Samuel relata el reinado de David como rey de Israel (alrededor de 1010-970 a. C.) Como Dios había prometido a Abraham, durante el reinado de David, las fronteras de Israel se extendieron aproximadamente desde Egipto hasta el Eufrates. David tuvo muchos éxitos, pero después de su pecado contra Bathsheba y Uriah (capítulo 11), tanto su reino como su propia familia cayeron en el caos. Su hijo Absalón lideró una sangrienta rebelión contra él. Sin embargo, David, autor de muchos de los Salmos, fue un hombre conforme al corazón de Dios (1 Samuel 13:14), un modelo de profunda y sincera oración y arrepentimiento. El pacto Davídico del capítulo 7 establece el gobierno eterno de la línea de David, con su cumplimiento final en la venida de su descendiente, Jesucristo. Se desconoce el nombre del autor de este libro. \n\n=============================================================================\n\nEnglish translation:\n\nThe second book of Samuel tells of David's reign as king of Israel (around 1010-970 B.C). As God had promised to Abraham, during David's reign, Israel's borders extended approximately from Egypt to the Euphrates. David had many successes, but after his sin against Bathsheba and Uriah (chapter 11), both his kingdom and his own family fell into chaos. His son Absalom led a bloody rebellion against him. However, David, author of many of the Psalms, was a man after God’s own heart, (1 Samuel 13:14), a model of deep and sincere prayer and repentance. The Davidic covenant of chapter 7 establishes the eternal rule of David's line, with its final fulfillment in the coming of his descendant, Jesus Christ. The name of the author of this book is unknown.\n \n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/libro-de-2-samuel-reina-valera/ |
el segundo libro de samuel relata el reinado de david como rey de israel alrededor de 1010 970 a c como dios había prometido abraham durante el reinado de david las fronteras de israel se extendieron aproximadamente desde egipto hasta el eufrates david tuvo muchos éxitos pero después de su pecado contra bathsheba uriah capítulo 11 tanto su reino como su propia familia cayeron en el caos su hijo absalón lideró una sangrienta rebelión contra él sin embargo david autor de muchos de los salmos fue un hombre conforme al corazón de dios 1 samuel 13 14 un modelo de profunda sincera oración arrepentimiento el pacto davídico del capítulo 7 establece el gobierno eterno de la línea de david con su cumplimiento final en la venida de su descendiente jesucristo se desconoce el nombre del autor de este libro english translation second book samuel tells david s reign king israel around 1010 970 b c god promised abraham david s reign israel s borders extended approximately egypt euphrates david many successes sin bathsheba uriah chapter 11 kingdom family fell chaos son absalom led bloody rebellion him however david author many psalms man god s heart 1 samuel 13 14 model deep sincere prayer repentance davidic covenant chapter 7 establishes eternal rule david s line final fulfillment coming descendant jesus christ name author book unknown summary claudia barrett |
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13088 |
13840 |
Tale of Billy Woodchuck |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Animals & Nature |
This collection of short stories is about the amusing adventures of Billy Woodchuck and the other animals he encounters around Pleasant Valley. He is often getting himself into a variety of situations and learns valuable lessons about life in the process. Arthur Scott Bailey wrote more than forty children's books and centered all of them around the world of animals, birds, and insects. The Tale of Billy Woodchuck is part of his Sleepy-Time Tales series. - Summary by Jenn Broda |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-billy-woodchuck-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
collection short stories amusing adventures billy woodchuck animals encounters around pleasant valley often getting variety situations learns valuable lessons life process arthur scott bailey wrote forty children s books centered around world animals birds insects tale billy woodchuck part sleepy time tales series summary jenn broda |
| 13096 |
13089 |
13841 |
Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 |
Frederick Whymper |
*Non-fiction, History |
<br />Everything about the sea: history of ships, famous mariners and life on shipboard, adventure, shipwrecks and daring rescues. - Summary by Kikisaulite<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sea-its-stirring-story-of-adventure-peril-heroism-volume-1-by-frederick-whymper/ |
br everything sea history ships famous mariners life shipboard adventure shipwrecks daring rescues summary kikisaulite br br |
| 13097 |
13090 |
13842 |
Como e porque sou romancista |
José de Alencar |
Memoirs |
Como e porque sou romancista é um texto incompleto, escrito por José de Alencar em 1873 e publicado em 1893, em que o autor conta a razão por ter escolhido o romance como veículo privilegiado de sua expressão. A obra faz um relato sobre a formação escolar e as leituras de José de Alencar, e conta como foram as primeiras publicações e seu trabalho em jornais. Esta obra é frequentemente usada em concursos e vestibulares no Brasil. - Summary by Leni |
Portuguese |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/como-e-porque-sou-romancista-by-jose-de-alencar/ |
como e porque sou romancista é um texto incompleto escrito por josé de alencar em 1873 e publicado em 1893 em que autor conta razão por ter escolhido romance como veículo privilegiado de sua expressão obra faz um relato sobre formação escolar e leituras de josé de alencar e conta como foram primeiras publicações e seu trabalho em jornais esta obra é frequentemente usada em concursos e vestibulares brasil summary leni |
| 13098 |
13114 |
13872 |
Endymion |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Single author |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of Endymion by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nIn classical mythology, Endymion was a young man who, while sleeping in the mountains, was unsuspectingly kissed by the Moon Goddess Diana, who was so taken by his beauty that it warmed her cold heart. When the moon sinks down behind the mountain, it is Diana bending down to kiss Endymion. - Summary by ~ Michele Fry |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/endymion-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings endymion henry wadsworth longfellow fortnightly poetry project march 3 2019 br br classical mythology endymion young man who sleeping mountains unsuspectingly kissed moon goddess diana taken beauty warmed cold heart moon sinks behind mountain diana bending kiss endymion summary michele fry |
| 13099 |
13091 |
13843 |
Among the Great Masters of the Drama |
Walter Rowlands |
Biography & Autobiography |
In "Among the great masters of the drama; scenes in the lives of famous actors; thirty-two reproductions of famous pictures with text", Walter Rowlands introduces us to the most famous playwrights and actors that might be seen on the London stages in the 19th century. Many of the playwrights mentioned are very famous until today, like Shakespeare and Molière, some are today less well-known. Especially interesting are the short biographies of the stars of the stage, which may in some cases remind you of contemporary actors. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/among-the-great-masters-of-the-drama-by-walter-rowlands/ |
among great masters drama scenes lives famous actors thirty two reproductions famous pictures text walter rowlands introduces us famous playwrights actors might seen london stages 19th century many playwrights mentioned famous today like shakespeare molière today less well known especially interesting short biographies stars stage may cases remind contemporary actors summary carolin |
| 13100 |
13092 |
13844 |
Many Ways for Cooking Eggs |
Sarah Tyson Heston Rorer |
Cooking |
Eggs are incredible versatile, there are so many ways to cook and season eggs, and they make a great meal for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In this volume, Ms Rorer has collected a large number of recipes for eggs, which will be just as interesting for modern readers as they were when this book came out, over a hundred years ago. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/many-ways-for-cooking-eggs-by-sarah-tyson-heston-rorer/ |
eggs incredible versatile many ways cook season eggs make great meal breakfast lunch dinner volume ms rorer collected large number recipes eggs interesting modern readers book came out hundred years ago summary carolin |
| 13101 |
13093 |
13845 |
True Stories about Pets |
Jane Grey Swisshelm |
Animals & Nature |
Everyone who has pets can tell great stories about them. This volume collects 15 stories for children about pets: not only cats and dogs, but lambs, crows, even lions! - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/true-stories-about-pets-by-jane-grey-swisshelm/ |
everyone pets tell great stories them volume collects 15 stories children pets cats dogs lambs crows even lions summary carolin |
| 13102 |
13094 |
13847 |
Beautiful Birds |
Edmund Selous |
Children's Non-fiction |
In this volume, Edmund Selous explains the beauty of birds to children. We meet some of the most beautiful birds in the world, and learn about their lives. We also learn what to do when our mothers decide to wear hats with stuffed birds on them! - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/beautiful-birds-by-edmund-selous/ |
volume edmund selous explains beauty birds children meet beautiful birds world learn lives also learn mothers decide wear hats stuffed birds them summary carolin |
| 13103 |
13095 |
13848 |
Hunting Song |
Adam Lindsay Gordon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of A Hunting Song by Adam Lindsay Gordon.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 24, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAdam Lindsay Gordon was an Australian poet, jockey, police officer, and politician. \nIn this Weekly Poem he raises a glass "..to every sportsman, be he stableman or lord," (Wikipedia ) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-hunting-song-by-adam-lindsay-gordon/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings hunting song adam lindsay gordon br weekly poetry project february 24 2019 br br adam lindsay gordon australian poet jockey police officer politician weekly poem raises glass to every sportsman stableman lord wikipedia |
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13096 |
13850 |
Five Continental Op Stories |
Dashiell Hammett |
Detective Fiction |
<br />Before Sam Spade chased the black bird in The Maltese Falcon and Nick and Nora Charles stirred their first martinis in The Thin Man, the Continental Op walked early twentieth century San Francisco’s mean streets for the Continental Detective Agency. Dashiell Hammett used his own experiences as a Pinkerton operative to lend realistic detail to this creation. These first five stories were published in Black Mask magazine in 1923. - Summary by Winston Tharp<br /><br /> |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/five-continental-op-stories-by-dashiell-hammett/ |
br before sam spade chased black bird maltese falcon nick nora charles stirred first martinis thin man continental op walked early twentieth century san francisco s mean streets continental detective agency dashiell hammett used experiences pinkerton operative lend realistic detail creation first five stories published black mask magazine 1923 summary winston tharp br br |
| 13105 |
13097 |
13851 |
Short Description of Torre Abbey |
Hugh Robert Watkin |
Art, Design & Architecture, Middle Ages/Middle History, Christianity - Other |
<br />Following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the time of Henry VIII, a significant part of the buildings of Torre Abbey, particularly the church area, lay in ruins. Then, during the 17th century and subsequently, surviving parts of the abbey were incorporated into the creation of a grand private residence, the owner of which in the early part of the 20th century was Colonel Lucius Cary. With the permission of the colonel, Hugh Watkin, who at that time was living in the Chelston district of Torquay, fairly close to the abbey, undertook certain excavations of the remaining ruins between the years of 1906 and 1911. Until he made his excavations the ruins had not been thoroughly investigated. This book sets forth his findings and conclusions, and is the last of the three editions published, being dated July, 1912. Much more archaeological work has been carried out since the author's day, and further important discoveries made relating to the abbey's history. Torre Abbey passed into the ownership of the local council in 1930. Today, the house, which is now an art gallery and museum, ruins and beautiful gardens are open to the public, and many events, including weddings and exhibitions, take place in the house and grounds every year. It is a Grade 1 listed building. - Summary by Garth Burton <br /><br /> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/a-short-description-of-torre-abbey-by-hugh-robert-watkin/ |
br following dissolution monasteries time henry viii significant part buildings torre abbey particularly church area lay ruins then 17th century subsequently surviving parts abbey incorporated creation grand private residence owner early part 20th century colonel lucius cary permission colonel hugh watkin time living chelston district torquay fairly close abbey undertook certain excavations remaining ruins years 1906 1911 made excavations ruins thoroughly investigated book sets forth findings conclusions last three editions published dated july 1912 much archaeological work carried since author s day important discoveries made relating abbey s history torre abbey passed ownership local council 1930 today house art gallery museum ruins beautiful gardens open public many events including weddings exhibitions take place house grounds every year grade 1 listed building summary garth burton br br |
| 13106 |
13098 |
13852 |
Floating Prince and Other Fairy Tales |
Frank R. Stockton |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
This is a collection of original and interesting fairy tales. We have here princes and princesses, pirates, wizards, and all the other ingredients for entertaining stories for kids. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-floating-prince-and-other-fairy-tales-by-frank-r-stockton/ |
collection original interesting fairy tales princes princesses pirates wizards ingredients entertaining stories kids summary carolin |
| 13107 |
13099 |
13853 |
Book of Ices, Ice Beverages, Ice-Creams and Ices |
Mrs. H. Llewellyn Williams |
Cooking |
Summer is around the corner, time to make ice cream! This volume contains tried and true recipes for all kinds of cold drinks and desserts to cool off on a hot summer day. Though published in 1891, these recipes can still sweeten this year's season. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-ices-ice-beverages-ice-creams-and-ices-by-llewellyn-williams/ |
summer around corner time make ice cream volume contains tried true recipes kinds cold drinks desserts cool hot summer day though published 1891 recipes still sweeten year s season summary carolin |
| 13108 |
13100 |
13856 |
Laura. Voyages et impressions |
George Sand |
Fantastic Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Un jeune étudiant allemand en minéralogie, du nom d'Alexis, tombe amoureux de sa cousine Laura. Cette dernière lui préfère son ami Walter. Dédaigné par sa cousine, il entrevoit un pays merveilleux où il la retrouve pour un voyage dans le cristal, fait de cristaux géants colorés.<br> Compris dans cette compilation charmante de la plume de George Sand sont les quatre histoires courtes "Laura", "Les charmettes", "Lettre d'un voyageur" et "Ce que dit le ruisseau". - Summary by Laurette & Sonia |
French |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/laura-voyages-et-impressions-by-george-sand/ |
un jeune étudiant allemand en minéralogie du nom d alexis tombe amoureux de sa cousine laura cette dernière lui préfère son ami walter dédaigné par sa cousine il entrevoit un pays merveilleux où il la retrouve pour un voyage dans le cristal fait de cristaux géants colorés br compris dans cette compilation charmante de la plume de george sand sont les quatre histoires courtes laura les charmettes lettre d un voyageur et ce que dit le ruisseau summary laurette sonia |
| 13109 |
13101 |
13857 |
Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 1, March 1906 |
Max Baginski |
Political Science |
"Mother Earth was an American anarchist journal that described itself as "A Monthly Magazine Devoted to Social Science and Literature". Founded in early 1906 and initially edited by Emma Goldman, an activist in the United States, it published articles by contemporary activists and writers in Europe as well as the US, in addition to essays by historic figures." This is Volume 1 of the series - Summary by Wikepedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/mother-earth-vol-1-no-1-march-1906-by-various/ |
mother earth american anarchist journal described a monthly magazine devoted social science literature founded early 1906 initially edited emma goldman activist united states published articles contemporary activists writers europe well us addition essays historic figures volume 1 series summary wikepedia |
| 13110 |
13102 |
13858 |
Cliff-Dwellers |
Henry Blake Fuller |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Between the former site of old Fort Dearborn and the present site of our newest Board of Trade there lies a restricted yet tumultuous territory through which, during the course of the last fifty years, the rushing streams of commerce have worn many a deep and rugged chasm. These great canons—conduits, in fact, for the leaping volume of an ever-increasing prosperity—cross each other with a sort of systematic rectangularity, and in deference to the practical directness of local requirements they are in general called simply—streets. Each of these canons is closed in by a long frontage of towering cliffs, and these soaring walls of brick and limestone and granite rise higher and higher with each succeeding year, according as the work of erosion at their bases goes onward—the work of that seething flood of carts, carriages, omnibuses, cabs, cars, messengers, shoppers, clerks, and capitalists, which surges with increasing violence for every passing day. Summary by HENRY B. FULLER |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-cliff-dwellers-by-henry-blake-fuller/ |
former site old fort dearborn present site newest board trade lies restricted yet tumultuous territory which course last fifty years rushing streams commerce worn many deep rugged chasm great canons conduits fact leaping volume ever increasing prosperity cross sort systematic rectangularity deference practical directness local requirements general called simply streets canons closed long frontage towering cliffs soaring walls brick limestone granite rise higher higher succeeding year according work erosion bases goes onward the work seething flood carts carriages omnibuses cabs cars messengers shoppers clerks capitalists surges increasing violence every passing day summary henry b fuller |
| 13111 |
13103 |
13860 |
Little Jack Rabbit's Adventures |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. This is the first of the Little Jack Rabbit books. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/little-jack-rabbits-adventures-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series first little jack rabbit books summary larry wilson |
| 13112 |
13104 |
13861 |
Pierre & Jean |
Guy de Maupassant |
Published 1900 onward |
This short novel’s titular characters are brothers. An old family friend dies, leaving without explanation his entire fortune to Jean, the younger brother. Pierre, the protagonist, is puzzled, jealous, and increasingly bitter. A bequest, a secret, a major decision. This, Maupassant’s fourth novel, is considered by many to be his finest. (Lee Smalley) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/pierre-jean-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
short novel s titular characters brothers old family friend dies leaving without explanation entire fortune jean younger brother pierre protagonist puzzled jealous increasingly bitter bequest secret major decision this maupassant s fourth novel considered many finest lee smalley |
| 13113 |
13105 |
13862 |
homme à l'oreille cassée |
Edmond About |
Published 1800 -1900 |
En 1859 Renault revient à la maison après avoir passé 3 ans dans les mines en Russie. Il ramène une momie du colonel Fougas de 1813. La momie sera ressuscitée et le colonel a 24 ans à son réveil. Il ne comprend plus la France. - Summary by Margot |
French |
1862 |
https://librivox.org/l-homme-a-loreille-cassee-by-edmond-about/ |
en 1859 renault revient à la maison après avoir passé 3 ans dans les mines en russie il ramène une momie du colonel fougas de 1813 la momie sera ressuscitée et le colonel 24 ans à son réveil il ne comprend plus la france summary margot |
| 13114 |
13106 |
13863 |
Holy Koran |
Quran |
Other religions |
The Koran is divided into 114 Surahs. It re-tells the stories of most of the previous prophets. It also covers Marriages, Inheritance, Banning, Pilgrimage, etc. <br>\nSpecial thanks to catharmaiden (Sandra Schmit) for Proof-Listening some of the Surahs. And thanks to Kitty (Sonia) for being the MC and DPL. We're grateful for your help and support. - Summary by SaraHale |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-holy-koran-by-koran/ |
koran divided 114 surahs re tells stories previous prophets also covers marriages inheritance banning pilgrimage etc br special thanks catharmaiden sandra schmit proof listening surahs thanks kitty sonia mc dpl we re grateful help support summary sarahale |
| 13115 |
13107 |
13864 |
Early Rome, from the Foundation of the City to its Destruction by the Gauls |
Wilhelm Ihne |
War & Military, Political Science, Antiquity |
In this short scholarly work the German historian, Wilhelm Ihne, elucidates what is known or can be deduced about Rome's early history, from the time of its legendary founders and kings, through the establishment of the Republic, to the invasion of the Gauls in 390 B.C. Ihne writes that "No great state known to history can be traced to such a small beginning as Rome." This book shows how the slow evolution of Rome's political institutions, through class conflict and compromise, created a state which, despite few natural advantages, was destined to rule the world. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/early-rome-from-the-foundation-of-the-city-to-its-destruction-by-the-gauls-by-wilhelm-ihne/ |
short scholarly work german historian wilhelm ihne elucidates known deduced rome s early history time legendary founders kings establishment republic invasion gauls 390 b c ihne writes no great state known history traced small beginning rome book shows slow evolution rome s political institutions class conflict compromise created state which despite natural advantages destined rule world pamela nagami m d |
| 13116 |
13108 |
13866 |
К синей звезде |
Nikolay Gumilyov |
Single author |
Nikolay Gumilyov (1886 - 1921), an influential Russian poet, literary critic, and traveler; co-founder of the Acmeist movement. He was arrested and executed by the Soviet secret police in August 1921.\nIn 1917 he hopelessly fell in love with Elena Dubochet, who was engaged with an American businessman. "To the Blue Star" is a posthumous collection of poems addressed to her.\n<br><br>\nНиколай Степанович Гумилев (1886 - 1921), русский поэт Серебряного века, создатель школы акмеизма, путешественник, литературный критик. Расстрелян ЧеКа в августе 1921 г.\nПосмертный сборник "К синей звезде" составлен из стихов, посвященных безнадежной любви поэта к Елене Дюбуше помолвленной с американским бизнесменом. <br><br> |
Russian |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/bluestar-by-nikolay-gumilyov/ |
nikolay gumilyov 1886 1921 influential russian poet literary critic traveler co founder acmeist movement arrested executed soviet secret police august 1921 1917 hopelessly fell love elena dubochet engaged american businessman to blue star posthumous collection poems addressed her br br николай степанович гумилев 1886 1921 русский поэт серебряного века создатель школы акмеизма путешественник литературный критик расстрелян чека в августе 1921 г посмертный сборник к синей звезде составлен из стихов посвященных безнадежной любви поэта к елене дюбуше помолвленной с американским бизнесменом br br |
| 13117 |
13109 |
13867 |
Waffen nieder! : eine Lebensgeschichte (version 2) |
Bertha von Suttner |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction |
Diesen ersten bedeutenden Antikriegsroman sollte jeder in seinem Leben einmal lesen/hören!<br><br>Die Österreicherin Gräfin Martha schildert, immer verweisend auf ihre Tagebücher, ihr Leben, das von vier Kriegen geprägt wird: dem Sardinischen Krieg von 1859 zwischen Österreich und Sardinien sowie Frankreich, dem Preußisch-Dänischen Krieg von 1864, dem Krieg zwischen Österreich und Preußen im Jahr 1866, und dem Deutsch-Französischen Krieg von 1870.<br><br>Martha ist von jeher gegen den Krieg eingenommen, obwohl in ihrem Umfeld - sie ist die Tochter eines k.u.k. Generals - Kriegsverherrlichung eine normale und erwünschte Haltung ist. Als sie im Sardinischen Krieg einen herben persönlichen Verlust erleidet, wird Martha zur glühenden Pazifistin. Sie beginnt vor allem nachzuweisen, wie nichtig die Gründe für jeden dieser vier Kriege sind. Das Buch belegt in eindringlicher Weise, wie Krieg niemals die Lösung eines Konflikts sein kann, sondern, dass der Krieg an sich das Problem ist. Und nicht nur der eigentliche Krieg, sondern alles, was er im Gepäck mit sich bringt: Niedergang der Wirtschaft, Seuchen - auch Martha bleibt von diesen Kriegsfolgen nicht verschont... (Summary by Eva K.) |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/die-waffen-nieder-by-bertha-von-suttner-2/ |
diesen ersten bedeutenden antikriegsroman sollte jeder seinem leben einmal lesen hören br br die österreicherin gräfin martha schildert immer verweisend auf ihre tagebücher ihr leben das von vier kriegen geprägt wird dem sardinischen krieg von 1859 zwischen österreich und sardinien sowie frankreich dem preußisch dänischen krieg von 1864 dem krieg zwischen österreich und preußen im jahr 1866 und dem deutsch französischen krieg von 1870 br br martha ist von jeher gegen den krieg eingenommen obwohl ihrem umfeld sie ist die tochter eines k u k generals kriegsverherrlichung eine normale und erwünschte haltung ist als sie im sardinischen krieg einen herben persönlichen verlust erleidet wird martha zur glühenden pazifistin sie beginnt vor allem nachzuweisen wie nichtig die gründe für jeden dieser vier kriege sind das buch belegt eindringlicher weise wie krieg niemals die lösung eines konflikts sein kann sondern dass der krieg sich das problem ist und nicht nur der eigentliche krieg sondern alles er im gepäck mit sich bringt niedergang der wirtschaft seuchen auch martha bleibt von diesen kriegsfolgen nicht verschont summary eva k |
| 13118 |
13110 |
13868 |
Dedications |
Mary Elizabeth Brown |
Writing & Linguistics, Short non-fiction |
Dedications is an anthology of the forms used from the earliest days of book-making to the present time. My purpose in the following anthology of dedications has been to make a representative, rather than an exhaustive collection. My first idea was to take only beautiful dedications, and above all those which showed thought and originality. I next sought those which were quaint and curious, grave and gay, and then wandering through the wide field of English literature, tried to have each section of it represented. Dedications which brought one in touch with the world of religion, philanthropy, the fine arts, science, nature and travel have also claimed my attention. Then, narrowing my interest, I searched for those to celebrated people, or by celebrated people, even though the dedications were not particularly desirable in themselves. I was anxious to include great heroes, as David Livingstone, and when unable to obtain dedications to them I substituted books by them or about them. The same was true in regard to certain industrial subjects, as needlework, cooking, etc. Last but not least, I tried to include dedications which were valuable because of their human interest. - Summary by Mary Elizabeth Brown |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/dedications-by-mary-elizabeth-brown/ |
dedications anthology forms used earliest days book making present time purpose following anthology dedications make representative rather exhaustive collection first idea take beautiful dedications showed thought originality next sought quaint curious grave gay wandering wide field english literature tried section represented dedications brought one touch world religion philanthropy fine arts science nature travel also claimed attention then narrowing interest searched celebrated people celebrated people even though dedications particularly desirable themselves anxious include great heroes david livingstone unable obtain dedications substituted books them true regard certain industrial subjects needlework cooking etc last least tried include dedications valuable human interest summary mary elizabeth brown |
| 13119 |
13111 |
13869 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 064 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. Eucken's "The Failure of Speculative Philosophy," is one of several essays devoted to timeless questions. Others are by James Howell on man, nature and the universe, Samuel Johnson on procrastination and the flight of time, Schleiemacher on the social element in religion, Ambrose Bierce on immortality, and Thomas Paine and Jonathan Swift with their famous essays, "The Age of Reason" (1794-1795) and "A Modest Proposal" (1729). \n\nFranklin Delano Roosevelt's Pearl Harbor "Day of Infamy" speech is one of various commentaries on war, politics and the polity. Others are Bierce's moving description of a solitary Civil War hero, Woodrow Wilson speaking to capitalism's spiritual crisis, Rev. Jee Gam presenting a Chinese Christian's thoughts on the Boxer Rebellion, and a partisan, Eugene Weeks, eulogizing Calvin Coolidge.\n\nIntuitive self-direction is the theme of Lafcadio Hearn's essay "A Mystery of Crowds." Other selections that touch on personal development are Robert Louis Stevenson on literary style, Gelett Burgess on creativity and the art of play, Brann on the relative worth of the sexes, and Mary Wood-Allen on what a woman should know in picking a husband. For the musically inclined, Lawton Mackall has an amusing look at pianos, while sports enthusiasts will enjoy Benjamin Richardson's treatise on what to avoid in cycling. Artists should be interested in the biography of designer William Kilburn, who, in the late 1700s, was the first artist to seek copyright for his original textile designs. Summary by Sue Anderson\n\nWilliam Tudor Jones translated "The Failure of Speculative Philosophy."\nGeorge Ripley translated "On the Social Element in Religion."\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-064-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers eucken s the failure speculative philosophy one several essays devoted timeless questions others james howell man nature universe samuel johnson procrastination flight time schleiemacher social element religion ambrose bierce immortality thomas paine jonathan swift famous essays the age reason 1794 1795 a modest proposal 1729 franklin delano roosevelt s pearl harbor day infamy speech one various commentaries war politics polity others bierce s moving description solitary civil war hero woodrow wilson speaking capitalism s spiritual crisis rev jee gam presenting chinese christian s thoughts boxer rebellion partisan eugene weeks eulogizing calvin coolidge intuitive self direction theme lafcadio hearn s essay a mystery crowds selections touch personal development robert louis stevenson literary style gelett burgess creativity art play brann relative worth sexes mary wood allen woman know picking husband musically inclined lawton mackall amusing look pianos sports enthusiasts enjoy benjamin richardson s treatise avoid cycling artists interested biography designer william kilburn who late 1700s first artist seek copyright original textile designs summary sue anderson william tudor jones translated the failure speculative philosophy george ripley translated on social element religion |
| 13120 |
13112 |
13870 |
Pursuit |
Lester del Rey |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Wilbur Hawkes wakes with no memory of the last seven months. He knows he's in danger, but he doesn’t know why. No sooner does he leave his apartment than it explodes in flames, and, to escape, he must run through New York, not knowing where to run, or who he is running from.\nWith heat rays, disintegrating men, and exploding cats, how can this not involve aliens? What other explanation can there be?\n - Summary by Dale Grothman |
English |
1952 |
https://librivox.org/pursuit-by-lester-del-rey/ |
wilbur hawkes wakes memory last seven months knows he s danger doesn t know why sooner leave apartment explodes flames and escape must run new york knowing run running from heat rays disintegrating men exploding cats involve aliens explanation be summary dale grothman |
| 13121 |
13113 |
13871 |
Big Blue Soldier |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Romance, Published 1900 onward, Christian Fiction |
Back from the Great War, a penniless and disillusioned young soldier finds himself in the home of Miss Marilla Chadwick, a sweet old lady who is expecting her nephew for dinner. Mary Amber, Miss Marilla's neighbor, is also there. He hates girls. She hates men. What will be the result? He will fight girl in the concrete! - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-big-blue-soldier-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
back great war penniless disillusioned young soldier finds home miss marilla chadwick sweet old lady expecting nephew dinner mary amber miss marilla s neighbor also there hates girls hates men result fight girl concrete summary likemanywaters |
| 13122 |
13115 |
13873 |
Castle-Builder |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Castle-Builder by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nHenry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator whose works include "Paul Revere's Ride", The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. He was also the first American to translate Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy and was one of the Fireside Poets from New England.\nLongfellow wrote many lyric poems known for their musicality and often presenting stories of mythology and legend. He became the most popular American poet of his day and also had success overseas. He has been criticized, however, for imitating European styles and writing specifically for the masses. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-castle-builder-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings castle builder henry wadsworth longfellow br weekly poetry project march 3 2019 br br henry wadsworth longfellow american poet educator whose works include paul revere s ride song hiawatha evangeline also first american translate dante alighieri s divine comedy one fireside poets new england longfellow wrote many lyric poems known musicality often presenting stories mythology legend became popular american poet day also success overseas criticized however imitating european styles writing specifically masses summary wikipedia |
| 13123 |
13116 |
13874 |
Half-Breed: A Tale of the Western Frontier |
Walt Whitman |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Published anonymously in The Brooklyn Daily Eagle (with an earlier draft also appearing as “Arrow-Tip” in The Aristidean), The Half-Breed: A Tale of the Western Frontier is one of the few known works of long-form fiction written by Walt Whitman during the earliest part of his career. It tells the story of Arrow-Tip, a Native American who falls victim to frontier prejudice after the presumed murder of local blacksmith Peter Brown. Despite his presumed innocence, he is soon sentenced to die by hanging — even though there exists evidence that could possibly exonerate him. This narrative is further complicated by the presence of Boddo, a hideously deformed hunchback who is ostracized by the white settlers due to his mixed-race heritage. Fueled by spite and anger, Boddo uses this opportunity to take vengeance upon those who once tormented and humiliated him. - Summary by ChuckW |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-half-breed-a-tale-of-the-western-frontier-by-walt-whitman/ |
published anonymously brooklyn daily eagle with earlier draft also appearing arrow tip aristidean half breed tale western frontier one known works long form fiction written walt whitman earliest part career tells story arrow tip native american falls victim frontier prejudice presumed murder local blacksmith peter brown despite presumed innocence soon sentenced die hanging even though exists evidence could possibly exonerate him narrative complicated presence boddo hideously deformed hunchback ostracized white settlers due mixed race heritage fueled spite anger boddo uses opportunity take vengeance upon tormented humiliated him summary chuckw |
| 13124 |
13117 |
13875 |
Side of the Angels |
Basil King |
Historical Fiction |
The book is set in New England in the early 20th century in an old established community where times are rapidly changing but nonetheless the rules of a hierarchical society still hold good. Thor, a rich doctor from an old family, in trying to help Rosie, the poor woman he truly loves, offers her money so that his brother Claude can marry her and have the things they will need in life. Things unravel in the close-knit community with an intriguing mixture of philosophy and romance as the younger generation learns to be free in their pursuit of love and life. The approach of the older generation to the different ways of the younger and the church all add to the involvement. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-side-of-the-angels-by-basil-king/ |
book set new england early 20th century old established community times rapidly changing nonetheless rules hierarchical society still hold good thor rich doctor old family trying help rosie poor woman truly loves offers money brother claude marry things need life things unravel close knit community intriguing mixture philosophy romance younger generation learns free pursuit love life approach older generation different ways younger church add involvement summary simon evers |
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13118 |
13876 |
Whispering Smith |
Frank H. Spearman |
Westerns |
Whispering Smith, like most of Frank Spearman's western novels (and some non-fiction as well) are set in the world of railroads, in the late 1800's. The main character, Gordon Smith, is a railroad detective; he first appears in this novel, then later in others. This novel was popular enough to be made into film eight times (four being silent) and into a TV series. In this novel, Smith finds that the culprit of the railroad mishaps he is investigating is a close friend, Murray Sinclair. That plot may seem overworked, but Spearman makes it nuanced enough for it to be quite interesting; two interwoven romances are included. The strongest feature of Spearman's novels is probably his beautiful descriptions of the American western landscapes. His character descriptions and plots also hold up well against the other writers of westerns of the early 1900's. (Summary by Bob Rollins) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/whispering-smith-by-frank-h-spearman/ |
whispering smith like frank spearman s western novels and non fiction well set world railroads late 1800 s main character gordon smith railroad detective first appears novel later others novel popular enough made film eight times four silent tv series novel smith finds culprit railroad mishaps investigating close friend murray sinclair plot may seem overworked spearman makes nuanced enough quite interesting two interwoven romances included strongest feature spearman s novels probably beautiful descriptions american western landscapes character descriptions plots also hold well writers westerns early 1900 s summary bob rollins |
| 13126 |
13119 |
13877 |
Cuentos |
Madame d' Aulnoy |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Madame d;Aulnoy, o Marie-Catherine Le Jumel de Barneville (Eure, 1650-París, 1705), fue poetisa y novelista, pero se la recuerda por introducir en la nobleza francesa el gusto por los cuentos de hadas. Entre sus obras destacan Contes de fées y Les Fées à la mode, que alcanzaron tanta aceptación como los cuentos del propio Perrault. También escribió novelas sentimentales y unas memorias sobre las cortes de España (1690) e Inglaterra (1695), países en los que se refugió hasta recuperar el favor del rey tras ser descubierta su participación en una intriga palaciega. Pasó los últimos años de su vida en París, ciudad en la que mantuvo un salón muy frecuentado. Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-by-madame-d-aulnoy/ |
madame d aulnoy marie catherine le jumel de barneville eure 1650 parís 1705 fue poetisa novelista pero se la recuerda por introducir en la nobleza francesa el gusto por los cuentos de hadas entre sus obras destacan contes de fées les fées à la mode que alcanzaron tanta aceptación como los cuentos del propio perrault también escribió novelas sentimentales unas memorias sobre las cortes de españa 1690 e inglaterra 1695 países en los que se refugió hasta recuperar el favor del rey tras ser descubierta su participación en una intriga palaciega pasó los últimos años de su vida en parís ciudad en la que mantuvo un salón muy frecuentado summary phileas fogg |
| 13127 |
13120 |
13878 |
Leaves of Grass (version 2) |
Walt Whitman |
Single author |
In honour of Walt Whitman's 200th birthday (31 May 2019) we bring you a solo recording of his seminal work Leaves of Grass.\nOriginally published in 1855, the work started as a collection of 12 unnamed poems. However, Whitman spent most of his life writing and re-writing Leaves of Grass, resulting in many different editions published throughout his life. The final collection, which is recorded here, is a compilation of about 400 poems separated into 35 books. <br><br>This book is notable for its discussion of delight in sensual pleasures, and exalting the body and the material world. At the time, such candid displays were considered highly immoral, which led to reviews considering it "offensive", "obscene", "a mass of stupid filth", or suggesting it should have been burned after writing. Leaves of Grass even became banned in various locations, which only led to increased sales, with some printings even selling out on the first day. To this day, the work's legacy remains strong, and is one of the most important collections of American poetry.<br><br>Among some of the best known poems contained in this work are "O captain! My captain!", "I sing the body electric", and "Song of Myself".<br><br>(Summary by Foon) <br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/leaves-of-grass-by-walt-whitman-2/ |
honour walt whitman s 200th birthday 31 may 2019 bring solo recording seminal work leaves grass originally published 1855 work started collection 12 unnamed poems however whitman spent life writing re writing leaves grass resulting many different editions published throughout life final collection recorded here compilation 400 poems separated 35 books br br this book notable discussion delight sensual pleasures exalting body material world time candid displays considered highly immoral led reviews considering offensive obscene a mass stupid filth suggesting burned writing leaves grass even became banned various locations led increased sales printings even selling first day day work s legacy remains strong one important collections american poetry br br among best known poems contained work o captain captain i sing body electric song myself br br summary foon br br |
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Freckles (Version 2) |
Gene Stratton-Porter |
Published 1900 onward |
Freckles is a young man who has been raised since infancy in a Chicago orphanage. His one dream is to find a job, a place to belong and people who accept him despite his youth and the disability of having only one hand. He finds this place in the Limberlost Swamp, as a Limberlost guard of precious timber.<br><br>\n\nIn the process, he discovers a love for the wilderness and animals he encounters every day on his rounds and a burning desire to learn about all the new birds and plants he sees on his rounds every day. He also finds and falls in love with a girl he calls the "Swamp Angel." This is the story of his plucky courage in sticking to his job in the swamp, and his adventures in learning about the natural world he finds himself in every day. He is befriended by the "Bird Woman" and with her help learns to love the Limberlost he has been hired to guard. - Summary by Mary Anderson |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/freckles-version-2-by-gene-stratton-porter/ |
freckles young man raised since infancy chicago orphanage one dream find job place belong people accept despite youth disability one hand finds place limberlost swamp limberlost guard precious timber br br process discovers love wilderness animals encounters every day rounds burning desire learn new birds plants sees rounds every day also finds falls love girl calls swamp angel story plucky courage sticking job swamp adventures learning natural world finds every day befriended bird woman help learns love limberlost hired guard summary mary anderson |
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Flame and Shadow, Version 2 |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
A collection of poetry by American poet Sara Teasdale. Her lyrical poems of love, nature's beauty, and death were much loved during the early nineteenth century. - Summary by AnnaLisa Bodtker |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/flame-and-shadow-version-2-by-sara-teasdale/ |
collection poetry american poet sara teasdale lyrical poems love nature s beauty death much loved early nineteenth century summary annalisa bodtker |
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Святочные рассказы, том 2 |
Nikolai Leskov |
Humorous Fiction, Satire |
Николай Семёнович Лесков, русский писатель и публицист, из-за своих оригинальных и принципиальных взглядов был не принят по достоинству в литературных кругах ни при жизни, ни при Советской власти. Во второй том Святочных рассказов вошли рассказы и повести не включенные в отдельное издание 1903 г.<br>\nNikolai Leskov (1831 – 1895) was a Russian novelist and short-story writer whose reputation suffered because of his non-conformist views. The second volume of the Yuletide Stories consists of the stories not included in the separate edition of 1903. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/yuletide-stories-2-by-nikolai-leskov/ |
николай семёнович лесков русский писатель и публицист из за своих оригинальных и принципиальных взглядов был не принят по достоинству в литературных кругах ни при жизни ни при советской власти во второй том святочных рассказов вошли рассказы и повести не включенные в отдельное издание 1903 г br nikolai leskov 1831 1895 russian novelist short story writer whose reputation suffered non conformist views second volume yuletide stories consists stories included separate edition 1903 summary mark chulsky |
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Obras Clásicas españolas y extranjeras |
Giovanni Boccaccio |
Humorous Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Esta recopilación se publicó en 1865 bajo el nombre de Obras clásicas y en ella se incluye: El marido engañado de Giovanni Boccaccio (séptimo cuento del séptimo día del Decameron); La tía fingida de Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (autoría aún hoy discutida) y La casa de locos de amor de Francisco de Quevedo - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/obras-clasicas-espanolas-y-extranjeras-by-francisco-de-quevedo/ |
esta recopilación se publicó en 1865 bajo el nombre de obras clásicas en ella se incluye el marido engañado de giovanni boccaccio séptimo cuento del séptimo día del decameron la tía fingida de miguel de cervantes saavedra autoría aún hoy discutida la casa de locos de amor de francisco de quevedo summary phileas fogg |
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Abel Sánchez |
Miguel de Unamuno |
Literary Fiction |
Unamuno nos pone frente a frente con una de las pasiones humanas más viles y destructivas: La envidia.<br />\nJoaquín y Abel son amigos íntimos desde la infancia y ya desde el instituto Joaquín quiere tener y ser todo lo que representa Abel. Abel es un muchacho popular entre los compañeros, simpático, al que le encanta la pintura y mucho menos los libros. Joaquín por el contrario es aplicado y estudioso, pero no goza del encanto y la simpatía de Abel.<br />\nUnamuno hace una magnífica radiografía de esta pasión malsana que se apodera de Joaquín y que desgraciadamente está presente en todas las sociedades. La envidia llevará a Joaquín a la destrucción personal y la de su entorno más próximo, Abel y su propia familia.<br />\nEn fin, la historia bíblica de Caín y Abel transportada a la época contemporánea con la mano maestra de Miguel de Unamuno. (Montse González) |
Spanish |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/abel-sanchez-by-miguel-de-unamuno/ |
unamuno nos pone frente frente con una de las pasiones humanas más viles destructivas la envidia br joaquín abel son amigos íntimos desde la infancia ya desde el instituto joaquín quiere tener ser todo lo que representa abel abel es un muchacho popular entre los compañeros simpático al que le encanta la pintura mucho menos los libros joaquín por el contrario es aplicado estudioso pero goza del encanto la simpatía de abel br unamuno hace una magnífica radiografía de esta pasión malsana que se apodera de joaquín que desgraciadamente está presente en todas las sociedades la envidia llevará joaquín la destrucción personal la de su entorno más próximo abel su propia familia br en fin la historia bíblica de caín abel transportada la época contemporánea con la mano maestra de miguel de unamuno montse gonzález |
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History of Our Own Times From the Accession of Queen Victoria to the General Election of 1880, Volume II |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Volume II of this popular history opens in the revolutionary year, 1848, with the Chartist movement for manhood suffrage and with the rise of Young Ireland. Next we join the crowds in 1851 at the opening of the Great Exhibition in Hyde Park, of which Queen Victoria wrote, ''A little rain fell just as we started, but before we came near the Crystal Palace the sun shone and gleamed upon the gigantic edifice, upon which the flags of all nations were floating.'' Hopes for a new era of peace expired in the freezing trenches before Sebastopol, where not even the heroics of the Light Brigade could distract the British public for long from the debacle of failed leadership and the criminal collapse of logistics. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-our-own-times-from-the-accession-of-queen-victoria-to-the-general-election-of-1880-volume-ii-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
volume ii popular history opens revolutionary year 1848 chartist movement manhood suffrage rise young ireland next join crowds 1851 opening great exhibition hyde park queen victoria wrote a little rain fell started came near crystal palace sun shone gleamed upon gigantic edifice upon flags nations floating hopes new era peace expired freezing trenches sebastopol even heroics light brigade could distract british public long debacle failed leadership criminal collapse logistics pamela nagami m d |
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d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 3, Part 1: The Vicomte de Bragelonne: Ten Years Later |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Volume 3 of The d'Artagnan Romances is divided into three parts. The first begins in 1660, ten years after Volume 2, with d’Artagnan as Lieutenant of the King’s Musketeers. In this post, he is very near to achieving his dream (becoming Captain) and even nearer to his King, being young Louis XIV’s personal guard. Seeing first-hand how powerless the child King was, d’Artagnan resigns his illustrious, but dull, post to turn his sharp wit and sword toward another ambitious aim: restoration of the English monarchy. To the joy of France, Cardinal Mazarin dies, leaving a power vacuum that pulls at the ill-fated ambitions of the rich and powerful, Nicolas Fouquet. To combat Fouquet’s ambitions and wrench the nation back from the brink of bankruptcy, young Louis XIV takes the Cardinal’s dying advice and leagues with the economic and sociopolitical reformist, Jean-Baptiste Colbert. Unfortunately, “The Inseparables” again find each other on different sides of the power struggle: Aramis and Porthos with Fouquet, but d’Artagnan and Athos with the King and Colbert. As d’Artagnan advises King Louis XIV, “The reign of Mazarin is over, but that of the financiers is begun. They have the money; your majesty will not often see much of it. To live under the paw of these hungry wolves is hard.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-dartagnan-romances-vol-3-part-1-the-vicomte-de-bragelonne-ten-years-later-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
volume 3 d artagnan romances divided three parts first begins 1660 ten years volume 2 d artagnan lieutenant king s musketeers post near achieving dream becoming captain even nearer king young louis xiv s personal guard seeing first hand powerless child king was d artagnan resigns illustrious dull post turn sharp wit sword toward another ambitious aim restoration english monarchy joy france cardinal mazarin dies leaving power vacuum pulls ill fated ambitions rich powerful nicolas fouquet combat fouquet s ambitions wrench nation back brink bankruptcy young louis xiv takes cardinal s dying advice leagues economic sociopolitical reformist jean baptiste colbert unfortunately the inseparables find different sides power struggle aramis porthos fouquet d artagnan athos king colbert d artagnan advises king louis xiv the reign mazarin over financiers begun money majesty often see much it live paw hungry wolves hard summary jvanstan |
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Poor Wise Man |
Mary Roberts Rinehart |
Romance, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Mary Roberts Rinehart offers a superb blend of romance and suspense amidst political tensions in this story set in early 20th Century America. The characters are compelling and representative of the various socioeconomic classes. The reader follows the complicated relationship of Lily Cardew (just returned from working with the Red Cross during the war) who finds herself unable to go back to the empty social life of the rich and William Wallace Cameron, an honest, fearless and patriotic pharmacy clerk during the turbulent times of an industrial town.\n - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-poor-wise-man-by-mary-roberts-rinehart/ |
mary roberts rinehart offers superb blend romance suspense amidst political tensions story set early 20th century america characters compelling representative various socioeconomic classes reader follows complicated relationship lily cardew just returned working red cross war finds unable go back empty social life rich william wallace cameron honest fearless patriotic pharmacy clerk turbulent times industrial town summary celine major |
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Day of Fate |
Edward P. Roe |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900, Christian Fiction |
A night editor at a New York paper escapes to the country to avoid a nervous breakdown. Providence lands him in the middle of a loving Quaker family in time to save them from being roasted by a lightning strike. Then what could be more natural than falling in love with a girl already engaged to someone else? Truly, it was a Day of Fate for him. "Some shallow story of deep love." (Shakespeare) - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/a-day-of-fate-by-edward-p-roe/ |
night editor new york paper escapes country avoid nervous breakdown providence lands middle loving quaker family time save roasted lightning strike could natural falling love girl already engaged someone else truly day fate him some shallow story deep love shakespeare summary likemanywaters |
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13890 |
It Is in Winter That We Dream of Spring |
Robert Burns Wilson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of It Is in Winter That We Dream of Spring by Robert Burns Wilson.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 10, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nRobert Burns Wilson was an American painter and poet. Although his most famous poem was based on the battle cry "Remember the Maine," he was best known during his day as a nature poet. (Summary by Wikipedia) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/it-is-in-winter-that-we-dream-of-spring-by-robert-burns-wilson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings winter dream spring robert burns wilson weekly poetry project march 10 2019 br br robert burns wilson american painter poet although famous poem based battle cry remember maine best known day nature poet summary wikipedia |
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13131 |
13891 |
Red Inn |
Honoré de Balzac |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Staying at the red inn. Two army surgeons get caught up in a murder, intrigue and execution. - Summary by pmstrahm |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-inn-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
staying red inn two army surgeons get caught murder intrigue execution summary pmstrahm |
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13132 |
13892 |
Chronicles of America Volume 09 - Colonial Folkways |
Charles Morris |
Family Life, Business & Economics, Education |
This work according to the subtitle is "a chronicle of American life in the reign of the Georges." It describes land, locales, houses, habits, diversions, learning, religion, labor, and travel. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/colonial-folkways-by-charles-mclean-andrews/ |
work according subtitle a chronicle american life reign georges describes land locales houses habits diversions learning religion labor travel |
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Woman is a Weathercock |
Nathan Field |
Comedy |
A Woman is a Weathercock is the first play by the former child star of the Jacobean stage, Nathan Field. The action takes place over a single day in London. A number of suitors vie over Sir John Worldly's three daughters: Bellafront, Katherine, and Lucida. These include the short-tempered soldier, Captain Pouts; the poetical buffoon, Sir Abraham Ninny; and the rich merchant, Strange. Quick-witted Nevill orchestrates multiple sham marriages and young Scudmore plans to elope with Bellafront, while the pregnant Mistress Wagtail seeks any husband who will have her. Summary by Rob Board<br><br><b>Cast</b><br />\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br />\nSir Abraham Ninny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br />\nPendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br />\nScudmore: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br />\nStrange: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br />\nCaptain Pouts: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br />\nCount Frederick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br />\nNevill: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br />\nSir John Worldly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br />\nSir Innocent Ninny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br />\nMistress Wagtail: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br />\nBellafront: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br />\nKatherine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br />\nLucida: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br />\nLady Ninny: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">foon</a><br />\nServingman 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br />\nServingman 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9965">Hannoria</a><br />\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a><br />\nPage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10458">ScarlettG</a><br />\nTailor, Bowlers, Parson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br />\n<b>Edited by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a></b> |
English |
1828 |
https://librivox.org/a-woman-is-a-weathercock-by-nathan-field/ |
woman weathercock first play former child star jacobean stage nathan field action takes place single day london number suitors vie sir john worldly s three daughters bellafront katherine lucida include short tempered soldier captain pouts poetical buffoon sir abraham ninny rich merchant strange quick witted nevill orchestrates multiple sham marriages young scudmore plans elope bellafront pregnant mistress wagtail seeks husband her summary rob board br br b cast b br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br sir abraham ninny a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br pendant a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br scudmore a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br strange a href https librivox org reader 9905 hamlet a br captain pouts a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br count frederick a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br nevill a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br sir john worldly a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br sir innocent ninny a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br mistress wagtail a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br bellafront a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br katherine a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br lucida a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br lady ninny a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br servingman 1 a href https librivox org reader 12948 majortoast a br servingman 2 a href https librivox org reader 9965 hannoria a br boy a href https librivox org reader 9810 stoofy a br page a href https librivox org reader 10458 scarlettg a br tailor bowlers parson a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br b edited a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a b |
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Man and His Ancestor: A Study in Evolution |
Charles Morris |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Life Sciences |
An examination of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and subsequent texts, written for the general public at the turn of the twentieth century, "[...] to dwell on the various significant facts that have been discovered since Darwin's time, and to offer certain lines of evidence never before presented in this connection and which seem to add much strength to the general argument.[...]" (Preface) - Summary by Kathleen Nelson |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/man-and-his-ancestor-by-charles-morris/ |
examination charles darwin s theory evolution subsequent texts written general public turn twentieth century dwell various significant facts discovered since darwin s time offer certain lines evidence never presented connection seem add much strength general argument preface summary kathleen nelson |
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13895 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 17) - The Odyssey (Book 17) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Ρ' - Τηλεμάχου ἐπάνοδος πρὸς Ἰθάκην.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 17: Ulysses Maltreated by the Suitors.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 17: Retour de Télémaque au palais. Ulysse l’y rejoint, déguisé en mendiant.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-17-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία ρ τηλεμάχου ἐπάνοδος πρὸς ἰθάκην br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 17 ulysses maltreated suitors br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 17 retour de télémaque au palais ulysse l y rejoint déguisé en mendiant br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1885 - 1888) |
Grover Cleveland |
Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Grover Cleveland. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1885-1888-by-grover-cleveland/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses grover cleveland summary wikipedia |
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13897 |
Scientific and Practical Treatise on American Football for Schools and Colleges |
Amos Alonzo Stagg |
Sports & Recreation |
Ever wondered how football has changed over the years? Look no further! This selection of rules, positions, and explanations of how football was played in the late 1800s is sure to leave you with a greater knowledge of the evolution of the sport. (Summary by Campbell Schelp) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/practical-treatise-on-american-football/ |
ever wondered football changed years look further selection rules positions explanations football played late 1800s sure leave greater knowledge evolution sport summary campbell schelp |
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13138 |
13898 |
Short Stories Of William Henry Harrison Murray |
William Henry Harrison Murray |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Westerns, Anthologies |
Murray (1840-1904) was a sometime clergyman, journalist, and purveyor of the outdoor life. His books did much to popularize the virtues of outdoor experience, especially in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Here are stories, some humorous some serious, of the out-of-doors, of love between man and woman, man and horse, man and dog, teacher and acolyte, of wisdom and foolishness. This recording is a selection of his short stories from "The Busted Ex-Texan And Other Stories" (1889), "How Deacon Tubman And Parson Whitney Kept New Years And Other Stories" (1888) and "A Ride With A Mad Horse In A Freight-Car" (1898). - Summary by david wales |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-of-william-henry-harrison-murray-by-william-henry-harrison-murray/ |
murray 1840 1904 sometime clergyman journalist purveyor outdoor life books much popularize virtues outdoor experience especially adirondack mountains upstate new york stories humorous serious out of doors love man woman man horse man dog teacher acolyte wisdom foolishness recording selection short stories the busted ex texan stories 1889 how deacon tubman parson whitney kept new years stories 1888 a ride mad horse freight car 1898 summary david wales |
| 13146 |
13139 |
13899 |
Era uma vez... |
Júlia Lopes de Almeida |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Short works |
Era uma vez... é um conto, com castelo, princesa, aldeões, maravilhas do fundo do mar, dos ares e das florestas. Imaginação e realidades, como as crianças de todos os tempos tanto gostam. Escrito por Júlia Lopes de Almeida, uma autora brasileira do século XIX, ele é mais que adequado aos dias atuais. É uma história mágica, para crianças e adultos de uma era em que se criam filhos “com o rei na barriga”. - Summary by Rachel Moraes |
Portuguese |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/era-uma-vez-by-julia-lopes-de-almeida/ |
era uma vez é um conto com castelo princesa aldeões maravilhas fundo mar dos ares e das florestas imaginação e realidades como crianças de todos os tempos tanto gostam escrito por júlia lopes de almeida uma autora brasileira século xix ele é mais que adequado aos dias atuais é uma história mágica para crianças e adultos de uma era em que se criam filhos com rei na barriga summary rachel moraes |
| 13147 |
13140 |
13901 |
War Is a Racket |
Smedley Butler |
War & Military, Business & Economics, Modern (20th C) |
Army Maj. Gen. Smedley Butler's expose of American Corporate Imperialism. Butler said, “I served in all commissioned ranks from second lieutenant to Major General. And during that period I spent most of my time being a high-class muscle man for Big Business, for Wall Street, and for the bankers. In short, I was a racketeer for capitalism. I suspected I was just part of the racket all the time. Now I am sure of it.” - Summary by John Greenman and https://www.americanswhotellthetruth.org/portraits/major-general-smedley-butler |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/war-is-a-racket-by-smedley-butler/ |
army maj gen smedley butler s expose american corporate imperialism butler said i served commissioned ranks second lieutenant major general period spent time high class muscle man big business wall street bankers short racketeer capitalism suspected part racket time sure it summary john greenman https www americanswhotellthetruth org portraits major general smedley butler |
| 13148 |
13143 |
13904 |
Life of Sir Walter Ralegh |
Louise Creighton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Sir Walter Ralegh (c. 1552-1618), English soldier, explorer, courtier, writer, and poet was one of the most notable figures of the Elizabethan era. Louise Creighton's short biography follows him from the wars in Spain to the jungles of Guiana. Ralegh sparkles in a court riddled with intrigue and constrained by attendance on the brilliant, imperious Elizabeth and on her successor, that rigid mediocrity, James. During his long confinement in the Tower of London, Ralegh conducted chemical experiments and wrote a ''History of the World.'' Everyone knows that things did not end well for Sir Walter, but time has not tarnished the charisma of his life. Creighton writes, ''There was no field of activity then open to men into which he did not enter...In an age remarkable for its varied forms of intellectual vigour, he represents with wonderful many-sidedness the different interests which then absorbed men's minds.'' (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-sir-walter-ralegh-by-louise-creighton/ |
sir walter ralegh c 1552 1618 english soldier explorer courtier writer poet one notable figures elizabethan era louise creighton s short biography follows wars spain jungles guiana ralegh sparkles court riddled intrigue constrained attendance brilliant imperious elizabeth successor rigid mediocrity james long confinement tower london ralegh conducted chemical experiments wrote history world everyone knows things end well sir walter time tarnished charisma life creighton writes there field activity open men enter in age remarkable varied forms intellectual vigour represents wonderful many sidedness different interests absorbed men s minds pamela nagami m d |
| 13149 |
13144 |
13905 |
Tales Of English Minsters: Canterbury Cathedral Kent and Saint Paul's London |
Elizabeth W. Grierson |
History , Travel & Geography, Christianity - Other |
These simple stories of two of England’s greatest cathedrals were originally written for youth (1910) but adults will also enjoy them. St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, and Canterbury Cathedral in Kent County are central to the story of England, especially church history though not exclusively so. Here are stories of great spiritual leaders, saints, sinners, politicians, kings, soldiers, murders, pilgrimages, common folks, peoples’ spiritualities, spiritual life, civil life. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-english-minsters-canterbury-cathedral-kent-and-saint-pauls-london-by-elizabeth-w-grierson/ |
simple stories two england s greatest cathedrals originally written youth 1910 adults also enjoy them st paul s cathedral london canterbury cathedral kent county central story england especially church history though exclusively so stories great spiritual leaders saints sinners politicians kings soldiers murders pilgrimages common folks peoples spiritualities spiritual life civil life summary david wales |
| 13150 |
13145 |
13906 |
Cowardly Lion of Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Cowardly Lion, always fearful, has become even more afraid than usual and is convinced that he has lost the courage the Wizard of OZ gave him man years ago. To remedy this he decides to follow the dubious advice from the Scrapwork Girl, to 'find someone who has courage and swallow him up'. Unfortunately the King of the little known country of Mudge wants him captured and added to his lion collection. Naturally new characters, all funny and fun, join in the collision of intents and purposes as only in t he magical land of OZ can they do so. Exciting, funny and fabulous this tale will enchant you with its whimsy and wit. Will our dear Cowardly Lion actually swallow someone:? Will he be captured and added to the zoo of the Mudgers? Listen and be delighted with it all works out. - Summary by philc |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-cowardly-lion-of-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
cowardly lion always fearful become even afraid usual convinced lost courage wizard oz gave man years ago remedy decides follow dubious advice scrapwork girl find someone courage swallow up unfortunately king little known country mudge wants captured added lion collection naturally new characters funny fun join collision intents purposes magical land oz so exciting funny fabulous tale enchant whimsy wit dear cowardly lion actually swallow someone captured added zoo mudgers listen delighted works out summary philc |
| 13151 |
13146 |
13907 |
North-Pole Voyages |
Zachariah Atwell Mudge |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography, Exploration |
For more than three hundred years an intense desire has been felt by explorers to discover and reveal to the world the secrets of the immediate regions of the North Pole. Nor has this desire been confined to mere adventurers. This volume sketches the latest American efforts (from the second Grinnel expedition to that of the "Polaris"), second to no others in heroism and success, and abounding in instructive and intensely interesting adventures both grave and gay.\n - Summary from the preface |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/north-pole-voyages-by-zachariah-atwell-mudge/ |
three hundred years intense desire felt explorers discover reveal world secrets immediate regions north pole desire confined mere adventurers volume sketches latest american efforts from second grinnel expedition polaris second others heroism success abounding instructive intensely interesting adventures grave gay summary preface |
| 13152 |
13147 |
13908 |
Secret Tomb |
Maurice Leblanc |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
'In Robore Fortuna'. What could these three words mean? Join Dorothy as she works to figure this out while simultaneously parenting orphaned boys. But beware, she may encounter hidden treasures, betrayal, and death along the way. - Summary by Campbell Schelp. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-tomb-by-maurice-leblanc/ |
in robore fortuna could three words mean join dorothy works figure simultaneously parenting orphaned boys beware may encounter hidden treasures betrayal death along way summary campbell schelp |
| 13153 |
13148 |
13910 |
País del Placer |
Edith Wharton |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
El país del placer llamada así por la primera traducción en español de esta novela de Edith Wharton publicada por la revista La España Moderna en 1910 (título original en inglés: The House of Mirth) es la segunda novela de Edith Wharton, publicada en 1905. Narra el drama personal de una mujer agraciada en la alta sociedad de Nueva York de inicios del siglo XX. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/el-pais-del-placer-by-edith-wharton/ |
el país del placer llamada así por la primera traducción en español de esta novela de edith wharton publicada por la revista la españa moderna en 1910 título original en inglés house mirth es la segunda novela de edith wharton publicada en 1905 narra el drama personal de una mujer agraciada en la alta sociedad de nueva york de inicios del siglo xx summary phileas fogg |
| 13154 |
13293 |
14073 |
Fifty Years a Detective: 35 Real Detective Stories |
Thomas Furlong |
True Crime |
Hitherto unpublished facts connected with some of Mr. Furlong's greatest cases—Other interesting incidents of his long and strenuous career which really began on September 14, 1862, when he was detailed from his company, (Co. G., 1st Pennsylvania Rifles, better known as the Pennsylvania Bucktails) for special service. - Summary from the Preface |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/fifty-years-a-detective-35-real-detective-stories-by-thomas-furlong/ |
hitherto unpublished facts connected mr furlong s greatest cases other interesting incidents long strenuous career really began september 14 1862 detailed company co g 1st pennsylvania rifles better known pennsylvania bucktails special service summary preface |
| 13155 |
13149 |
13911 |
Twain and Howells On Each Other |
William Dean Howells |
Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works |
Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) and William Dean Howells were friends for 44 years. Their personal and professional relationship is considered by many to be one of the most important in American literature. Howells published his famous "My Mark Twain" in the same year Clemens died, 1910. A few years earlier, Clemens wrote this "remembrance" and "appreciation" of the man who stuck with him through the ups and downs of his long literary journey. (John Greenman) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/william-dean-howells-and-my-mark-twain-by-mark-twain-and-william-dean-howells/ |
mark twain samuel clemens william dean howells friends 44 years personal professional relationship considered many one important american literature howells published famous my mark twain year clemens died 1910 years earlier clemens wrote remembrance appreciation man stuck ups downs long literary journey john greenman |
| 13156 |
13150 |
13912 |
Story of a Calico Clown |
Laura Lee Hope |
General |
The Calico Clown and the other toys in the toy shop are planning a night of fun and merriment once the people leave so that they can come alive and do as they please. But a rude boy named Archibald ruins their fun. And so the adventure of the Calico Clown begins in this seventh of the Make Believe Stories. (Summary by Nan Dodge) \n<br><br>\n[This book contains racial prejudices that were once commonplace. They are retained, as originally written in this recording, because to do otherwise would be to deny they existed.] |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-calico-clown-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
calico clown toys toy shop planning night fun merriment people leave come alive please rude boy named archibald ruins fun adventure calico clown begins seventh make believe stories summary nan dodge br br this book contains racial prejudices commonplace retained originally written recording otherwise would deny existed |
| 13157 |
13151 |
13914 |
Daredevil of the Army - Experiences as a ''Buzzer'' and Despatch Rider |
Austin Patrick Corcoran |
War & Military |
At just twenty-six years of age, the author – A P Corcoran had already led an adventurous life, having twice sailed around the world, experiencing many cultures and civilisations, journeyed and hunted through the heart of Africa, worked on a ranch in Bolivia and travelled throughout Europe. With Austria and Serbia on the brink of war and both Germany and France preparing for imminent hostilities, he managed to escape back to England just in time to hear the first cry for volunteers to join the British Army. When a special call came for University men to form for the first time a corps of motorcycle despatch riders, he signed up with the Royal Engineers Signal Section and undertook countless missions. In the middle of battle, the only way that communications could be passed between different sections was by the bravery, ingenuity, persistence and dedication of the motorcycle despatch riders. Promoted during the war from corporal to the rank of captain he also moved from despatch riding to being Brigade Signal Officer in operational charge of his section’s wireless, telephone and telegraph communications. Never far from the front line, A P Corcoran and his fellow riders and signal comrades performed an invaluable role in ensuring that the vital flow of information was maintained between any and all fighting units in the field of operations. “Deliver your despatch at all costs ...” was the watchword of their Corps. - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-daredevil-of-the-army-experiences-as-a-buzzer-and-despatch-rider-by-austin-patrick-corcoran/ |
twenty six years age author p corcoran already led adventurous life twice sailed around world experiencing many cultures civilisations journeyed hunted heart africa worked ranch bolivia travelled throughout europe austria serbia brink war germany france preparing imminent hostilities managed escape back england time hear first cry volunteers join british army special call came university men form first time corps motorcycle despatch riders signed royal engineers signal section undertook countless missions middle battle way communications could passed different sections bravery ingenuity persistence dedication motorcycle despatch riders promoted war corporal rank captain also moved despatch riding brigade signal officer operational charge section s wireless telephone telegraph communications never far front line p corcoran fellow riders signal comrades performed invaluable role ensuring vital flow information maintained fighting units field operations deliver despatch costs watchword corps summary steve c |
| 13158 |
13152 |
13915 |
Chronicles of America Volume 08 - The Quaker Colonies |
Sydney Fisher |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
The Quaker Colonies describes the Quaker emigration to the colonies in the sixteen and seventeen hundreds and at the same time its involvement in the evolution of Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. Throughout, the author investigates the various interactions--religious, cultural, and political--between the racial and national groups: the Indians, the French (albeit briefly), the English (Quaker, Catholic, and Anglican), the Dutch, and the Swedes. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-quaker-colonies-by-sydney-fisher/ |
quaker colonies describes quaker emigration colonies sixteen seventeen hundreds time involvement evolution pennsylvania delaware new jersey throughout author investigates various interactions religious cultural political between racial national groups indians french albeit briefly english quaker catholic anglican dutch swedes |
| 13159 |
13153 |
13916 |
Golden Bough: The Magic Art and the Evolution of Kings, Volume 1 |
James Frazer |
Reference, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Other religions |
The first volume in Frazer's seminal 12 volume set on anthropology and traditional systems of belief. Topics covered include extensive discussion on the belief in sympathetic and contagious magic, magical influence on the environment, magicians and kings, magicians as priests, the origin of incarnate living gods, and a lengthy essay on the origin on the king of the wood at the lake of Nemi. (Summary by Leon Harvey) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/golden-bough-1-by-james-frazer/ |
first volume frazer s seminal 12 volume set anthropology traditional systems belief topics covered include extensive discussion belief sympathetic contagious magic magical influence environment magicians kings magicians priests origin incarnate living gods lengthy essay origin king wood lake nemi summary leon harvey |
| 13160 |
13154 |
13917 |
Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 3 |
Charles F. Horne |
*Non-fiction, Antiquity |
A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 3 of 22, covering from 13 to 395 AD. - Summary Adapted from the Title Page |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-events-by-famous-historians-volume-3-by-charles-f-horne/ |
comprehensive readable account world s history emphasizing important events presenting complete narratives master words eminent historians volume 3 22 covering 13 395 ad summary adapted title page |
| 13161 |
13155 |
13918 |
How To Tell A Story, and Other Essays |
Mark Twain |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
The complete collection of works using this title. Other versions, including the Project Gutenberg version, have been radically shortened. Mark Twain published several collections of his short stories and essays. This collection, like the others, dramatically demonstrates the eclectic nature of his work and the depth of his humanistic thinking. Each essay stands alone. Listeners will find many instances where modern times come to mind. (John Greenman) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/how-to-tell-a-story-and-other-essays-by-mark-twain-2/ |
complete collection works using title versions including project gutenberg version radically shortened mark twain published several collections short stories essays collection like others dramatically demonstrates eclectic nature work depth humanistic thinking essay stands alone listeners find many instances modern times come mind john greenman |
| 13162 |
13197 |
13964 |
Elephant Man and other reminiscences |
Frederick Treves |
Medical, Memoirs |
In 1884, Professor Treves saw Joseph Merrick (known as the "Elephant Man") in a shop across the road from the London Hospital. Being also a teacher at the University, he brought Merrick to the London Hospital as a teaching case, and Merrick lived there until his death in April 1890. This book of "reminiscences" includes the story of the "Elephant Man" as well as other interesting cases from Sir Treves' practice as a doctor. (Summary by Beth Thomas) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-elephant-man-and-other-reminiscences-by-frederick-treves/ |
1884 professor treves saw joseph merrick known elephant man shop across road london hospital also teacher university brought merrick london hospital teaching case merrick lived death april 1890 book reminiscences includes story elephant man well interesting cases sir treves practice doctor summary beth thomas |
| 13163 |
13156 |
13919 |
Complete Works of Brann, the Iconoclast, Volume 1 |
William Cowper Brann |
Essays & Short Works, Modern (19th C) |
William Cowper Brann earned the nickname “The Iconoclast” by fearlessly attacking established beliefs and institutions which he thought to be pompous and self-serving. He settled in the wild and wooly West Texas town of Waco in the late 1800s as a newspaper man - first as a writer and then as owner of newspaper he named “The Iconoclast”. During this period, Catholics and Protestants were duking it out over the soul of Texas and there was even further sectarian strife among Protestants. Brann wrote prolifically and aired his Politically Incorrect views with vigor and colorful language.\n\nDescribed as a “slouch-hatted, gun-toting, beer-drinking, woman-worshiping man,” he assailed Baptists, Prohibition, blacks and universities as though engaged in a life-or-death gunfight; and actually he was killed in a gunfight at age 43. After he was shot in the back, drew his own gun and killed the man who had bushwacked him AND THEN walked directly to the jail before dying the next morning.\nHe wrote entertaining, elevated prose; but occasionally colored his stories with barnyard terminology. Despite his blatant chauvinism, his voice was a reaction against many of the societal extremes of the day. ( William Jones ) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-works-of-brann-the-iconoclast-volume-1-by-william-cowper-brann/ |
william cowper brann earned nickname the iconoclast fearlessly attacking established beliefs institutions thought pompous self serving settled wild wooly west texas town waco late 1800s newspaper man first writer owner newspaper named the iconoclast period catholics protestants duking soul texas even sectarian strife among protestants brann wrote prolifically aired politically incorrect views vigor colorful language described slouch hatted gun toting beer drinking woman worshiping man assailed baptists prohibition blacks universities though engaged life or death gunfight actually killed gunfight age 43 shot back drew gun killed man bushwacked walked directly jail dying next morning wrote entertaining elevated prose occasionally colored stories barnyard terminology despite blatant chauvinism voice reaction many societal extremes day william jones |
| 13164 |
13157 |
13920 |
Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 2, April 1906 |
Max Baginski |
Essays & Short Works, Political Science |
"Mother Earth was an American anarchist journal that described itself as "A Monthly Magazine Devoted to Social Science and Literature". Founded in early 1906 and initially edited by Emma Goldman, an activist in the United States, it published articles by contemporary activists and writers in Europe as well as the US, in addition to essays by historic figures." This is Volume 1 of the series. This is the second number of the magazine. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/mother-earth-vol-1-no-2-april-1906-by-various/ |
mother earth american anarchist journal described a monthly magazine devoted social science literature founded early 1906 initially edited emma goldman activist united states published articles contemporary activists writers europe well us addition essays historic figures volume 1 series second number magazine |
| 13165 |
13158 |
13921 |
Lives Of The Most Remarkable Criminals Who have been Condemned and Executed for Murder, the Highway, Housebreaking, Street Robberies, Coining or other offences Vol 3 |
Arthur L. Hayward |
*Non-fiction, True Crime |
This is the third volume in this collection of reports and newspaper stories regarding notorious criminals and their punishment, assembled by prison inspector Arthur Hayward from original sources originally published in 1735.\n\nPlease note that some listeners may find the language and terminology in some chapters offensive. It is Librivox policy to maintain the original without alteration or censorship. To do otherwise would be to ignore prejudices existed.( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1927 |
https://librivox.org/lives-of-the-most-remarkable-criminals-who-have-been-condemned-and-executed-for-murder-the-highway-housebreaking-street-robberies-coining-or-other-offences-vol-3-by-arthur-l-hayward/ |
third volume collection reports newspaper stories regarding notorious criminals punishment assembled prison inspector arthur hayward original sources originally published 1735 please note listeners may find language terminology chapters offensive librivox policy maintain original without alteration censorship otherwise would ignore prejudices existed lynne thompson |
| 13166 |
13159 |
13922 |
Buster the Big Brown Bear |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
In the seventh volume of the Twilight Animal series, we meet Buster the Bear, a cub who lives in a cave the woods with his mother. After an encounter with an unfriendly forest animal, he gets lost and captured, and has some marvelous adventures with humans. Will he make it back to the forest, or will he end up somewhere else? (Summary by Foon) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/buster-the-big-brown-bear-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
seventh volume twilight animal series meet buster bear cub lives cave woods mother encounter unfriendly forest animal gets lost captured marvelous adventures humans make back forest end somewhere else summary foon |
| 13167 |
13160 |
13923 |
Golden Day |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Poetry |
LibriVox volunteers bring you recordings of A Golden Day by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 31, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA delightful little poem describing what it feels like to greet a sunny spring day and let the rest of your cares slide away. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/a-golden-day-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring recordings golden day ella wheeler wilcox br fortnightly poetry project march 31 2019 br br delightful little poem describing feels like greet sunny spring day let rest cares slide away summary michele fry |
| 13168 |
13161 |
13925 |
Seed-Babies |
Margaret Warner Morley |
Science |
Seed Babies piques the child's interest about how seeds grow. It provides interesting information about seeds in a conversational style between two brothers and the various seeds they encounter. These seeds offer grammatical advice, chastises poor reasoning, provide enlightening information, and will often encourage the boys to go and discover answers to their questions themselves. In turn, the author lets the reader know that she too hopes that they will plant some seeds and make discoveries of their own. The last few chapters venture into the world of insects, frogs and various other eggs, encouraging children to consider the beginnings of various forms of life. In the end, this short book provides more questions than answers and helps children learn to be inquisitive about nature and to investigate answers to their questions. - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/seed-babies-by-margaret-warner-morley/ |
seed babies piques child s interest seeds grow provides interesting information seeds conversational style two brothers various seeds encounter seeds offer grammatical advice chastises poor reasoning provide enlightening information often encourage boys go discover answers questions themselves turn author lets reader know hopes plant seeds make discoveries own last chapters venture world insects frogs various eggs encouraging children consider beginnings various forms life end short book provides questions answers helps children learn inquisitive nature investigate answers questions summary sweethome |
| 13169 |
13162 |
13926 |
Stories by Foreign Authors - German Authors Volume 2 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A collection of short stories written in German and translated into English. This is the second such collection, and part of a series of stories written in foreign languages. This anthology consists of Christian Gellert's Last Christmas, A Ghetto Violet, The Severed Hand and Peter Schlemihl. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-foreign-authors-german-authors-volume-2-by-various/ |
collection short stories written german translated english second collection part series stories written foreign languages anthology consists christian gellert s last christmas ghetto violet severed hand peter schlemihl |
| 13170 |
13198 |
13965 |
Book of Saints and Friendly Beasts |
Abbie Farwell Brown |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Poems and Christian stories of the animal encounters of various saints. - Summary by Wikipedia </p> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-saints-and-friendly-beasts-by-abbie-farwell-brown/ |
poems christian stories animal encounters various saints summary wikipedia p |
| 13171 |
13163 |
13927 |
Jeanne D'Arc: Her Life And Death |
Margaret O. Oliphant |
Biography & Autobiography, Middle Ages/Middle History |
The story of Jeanne d'Arc, or Joan of Arc , has passed into folklore and has been retold by many. The young teenager was sent by an as-yet uncrowned Charles VII of France to relieve Orleans from siege during the 100 Years' War with England, following visions she claimed to have received. After just nine days, she led the French army to victory and was subsequently burned at the stake for heresy. Later cleared of all charges, she was canonized in 1920. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/jeanne-darc-her-life-and-death-by-margaret-o-oliphant/ |
story jeanne d arc joan arc passed folklore retold many young teenager sent as yet uncrowned charles vii france relieve orleans siege 100 years war england following visions claimed received nine days led french army victory subsequently burned stake heresy later cleared charges canonized 1920 summary lynne thompson |
| 13172 |
13164 |
13928 |
Thrilling Adventures By Land And Sea |
James O. Brayman |
History , Nature, Travel & Geography |
There is in the adventures of the daring and heroic, something that interests all. There is a charm about them which, while it partakes of the nature of Romance, does not exercise the same influence upon the mind or heart. When there are noble purposes and noble ends connected with them, they excite in the mind of the reader, noble impulses. The object of the present compilation [1852] is to form a readable and instructive volume--a volume of startling incident and exciting adventure, which shall interest all minds, and by its attractions beget thirst for reading… - Book Preface |
English |
1852 |
https://librivox.org/thrilling-adventures-by-land-and-sea-by-james-o-brayman/ |
adventures daring heroic something interests all charm which partakes nature romance exercise influence upon mind heart noble purposes noble ends connected them excite mind reader noble impulses object present compilation 1852 form readable instructive volume a volume startling incident exciting adventure shall interest minds attractions beget thirst reading book preface |
| 13173 |
13165 |
13929 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 16, Feb. 17, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction, Short Stories |
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children includes delightful serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles and fun. This 16th issue of the serial, published on February 17, 1880, features stories of a baby saved from a flood, a lesson in the evils of shoplifting, a profile of the wild boar, a beloved child lost and then found with aid from birds, and much, much more. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-16/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes delightful serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 16th issue serial published february 17 1880 features stories baby saved flood lesson evils shoplifting profile wild boar beloved child lost found aid birds much much more serial published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 13174 |
13166 |
13930 |
Princess and the Goblin (Dramatic Reading) |
George MacDonald |
Children's Fiction, Dramatic Readings |
The story of a Princess named Irene, and her adventure with a boy named Curdie Peterson. Princess Irene meets her grandmother, and Irene wants her nurse, Lootie, to know that her grandmother is so sweet and kind. But Lootie doesn't believe there is a grandmother. One day, while it was getting very late outdoors, Lootie and the Princess loose their way, and cannot remember which way was back home. But then Curdie, the merry miner-boy, want's to save the princess from the evil goblins, and so he makes sure that they cannot get to her. The Princess then wants Curdie to meet her grandmother, but somehow, Curdie cannot see Irene's grandmother, and so he becomes angry with Irene. Much later in the story, the goblins devise an evil plan, to try and merry their prince Harelip to the Princess Irene! And now Curdie knows he must save Irene, even though he was angry with her. So after talking with his parents, Curdie goes out to save the Princess Irene from the horrible goblins. But does Curdie save the Princess? And do the goblins marry their prince Harelip to the Princess Irene? This fascinating story will tell it itself in this wonderful dramatic reading! ( Elijah Fisher)</p>\n<b>Cast:<br></b>\nPrincess Irene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Great great grandmother Irene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Nurse/Lootie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12681">JayKitty76</a><br>Curdie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>Peter Peterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>First Miner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>Second Miner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>Podge (Goblin Chancellor): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>Podge's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>King Goblin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Glump: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>Irene's Father/King Papa: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>Joan Peterson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>Goblin Queen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>Helfer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Harelip: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13291">William White</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>Housekeeper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13269">Patty Pickens</a><br>Sir Walter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6065">David Olson</a><br>First Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>Second Guard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>Cook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>Scullery-Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>Questioner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br><br>Narrated by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">bhavya</a><br>Edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12681">JayKitty76</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a></p> |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-and-the-goblin-dramatic-reading-by-george-macdonald/ |
story princess named irene adventure boy named curdie peterson princess irene meets grandmother irene wants nurse lootie know grandmother sweet kind lootie believe grandmother one day getting late outdoors lootie princess loose way cannot remember way back home curdie merry miner boy want s save princess evil goblins makes sure cannot get her princess wants curdie meet grandmother somehow curdie cannot see irene s grandmother becomes angry irene much later story goblins devise evil plan try merry prince harelip princess irene curdie knows must save irene even though angry her talking parents curdie goes save princess irene horrible goblins curdie save princess goblins marry prince harelip princess irene fascinating story tell wonderful dramatic reading elijah fisher p b cast br b princess irene a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br great great grandmother irene a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br nurse lootie a href https librivox org reader 12681 jaykitty76 a br curdie a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br peter peterson a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br first miner a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br second miner a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br podge goblin chancellor a href https librivox org reader 13022 josh kibbey a br podge s wife a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br king goblin a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br glump a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br irene s father king papa a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br joan peterson a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br goblin queen a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br helfer a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br harelip a href https librivox org reader 13291 william white a a href https librivox org reader 12243 jasmin salma a br housekeeper a href https librivox org reader 13269 patty pickens a br sir walter a href https librivox org reader 6065 david olson a br first guard a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br second guard a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br cook a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br scullery maid a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br questioner a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br br narrated by a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a a href https librivox org reader 12506 bhavya a a href https librivox org reader 12681 jaykitty76 a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a p |
| 13175 |
13167 |
13931 |
Trail to Yesterday |
Charles Alden Seltzer |
General Fiction, Westerns |
A girl from the East finds herself confronted with a strange type of man with an ancient grudge. Dakota, the man, first convinces her that he is a brute beyond redemption and then gradually wins her back. Before this happens there has been an attempted bribe, an attempted murder that seems the response to the bribe and a wild ride through the night, that ends at Dakota's cabin.(Summary by Richard Kilmer) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-trail-to-yesterday-by-charles-alden-seltzer/ |
girl east finds confronted strange type man ancient grudge dakota man first convinces brute beyond redemption gradually wins back happens attempted bribe attempted murder seems response bribe wild ride night ends dakota s cabin summary richard kilmer |
| 13176 |
13168 |
13932 |
My First Book (Version 2) |
Various |
Biography & Autobiography |
Have you ever wondered how your favorite author started on his or her writing career? Did they launch themselves wholeheartedly into literature? Did they slave away every evening after a hard day at the office? Did they devote their golden years to reflect on a life well-spent? Some faced rejection while others found almost instant success. In this volume, we learn from the authors themselves what launched their literary careers... Bret Harte, Arthur Conan Doyle, R.M. Ballantyne, H. Rider Haggard and many other favorites contributed their stories. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/my-first-book-version-2-by-various/ |
ever wondered favorite author started writing career launch wholeheartedly literature slave away every evening hard day office devote golden years reflect life well spent faced rejection others found almost instant success volume learn authors launched literary careers bret harte arthur conan doyle r m ballantyne h rider haggard many favorites contributed stories summary lynne thompson |
| 13177 |
13220 |
13992 |
Sketches by Boz, version 2 |
Charles Dickens |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
A collection of early writings of Charles Dickens under his early pseudonym, "Boz." They first appeared in various publications from 1833 to 1836. Divided into four sections, "Our Parish," "Scenes," "Characters," and "Tales." The first three sections are descriptions of various people and places, and the final section contains fictional short stories. |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/sketches-by-boz-version-2-by-charles-dickens/ |
collection early writings charles dickens early pseudonym boz first appeared various publications 1833 1836 divided four sections our parish scenes characters tales first three sections descriptions various people places final section contains fictional short stories |
| 13178 |
13169 |
13933 |
Voyage Out (Version 2) |
Virginia Woolf |
Travel Fiction |
Rachel Vinrace embarks for South America on her father's ship and is launched on a course of self-discovery in a kind of modern mythical voyage. The mismatched jumble of passengers provide Woolf with an opportunity to satirise Edwardian life. The novel introduces Clarissa Dalloway, the central character of Woolf's later novel, Mrs Dalloway. Two of the other characters were modelled after important figures in Woolf's life. St John Hirst is a fictional portrayal of Lytton Strachey and Helen Ambrose is to some extent inspired by Woolf's sister, Vanessa Bell.[7] Rachel's journey from a cloistered life in a London suburb to freedom, challenging intellectual discourse and discovery very likely reflects Woolf's own journey from a repressive household to the intellectual stimulation of the Bloomsbury Group. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-voyage-out-by-virginia-woolf-2/ |
rachel vinrace embarks south america father s ship launched course self discovery kind modern mythical voyage mismatched jumble passengers provide woolf opportunity satirise edwardian life novel introduces clarissa dalloway central character woolf s later novel mrs dalloway two characters modelled important figures woolf s life st john hirst fictional portrayal lytton strachey helen ambrose extent inspired woolf s sister vanessa bell 7 rachel s journey cloistered life london suburb freedom challenging intellectual discourse discovery likely reflects woolf s journey repressive household intellectual stimulation bloomsbury group |
| 13179 |
13170 |
13934 |
Red Hell of Jupiter |
Paul Ernst |
Science Fiction |
What is the mystery centered in Jupiter's famous "Red Spot"? Two fighting Earthmen, caught by the "Pipe-men" like their vanished comrades, soon find out! - Original text |
English |
1931 |
https://librivox.org/the-red-hell-of-jupiter-by-paul-ernst/ |
mystery centered jupiter s famous red spot two fighting earthmen caught pipe men like vanished comrades soon find out original text |
| 13180 |
13171 |
13935 |
Digger Smith |
C. J. Dennis |
Romance, War & Military Fiction, Narratives |
“Digger Smith” is a series of narrative poems about an Australian soldier coming home in the closing months of the Great War minus a leg and with “ANZAC eyes” ... what a later war would call “The Thousand Yard Stare”. <br>\nDespite his post-traumatic stress disorder, Digger Smith sets about ministering to everybody’s troubles but his own ... his internal conviction that his amputee status will make him seem “half a man” in the eyes of the lady love he left behind when he went off to the War. <br>\nOh Digger Smith, how little faith you have in woman... - Summary by Son of the Exiles |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/digger-smith-by-c-j-dennis/ |
digger smith series narrative poems australian soldier coming home closing months great war minus leg anzac eyes later war would call the thousand yard stare br despite post traumatic stress disorder digger smith sets ministering everybody s troubles internal conviction amputee status make seem half man eyes lady love left behind went war br oh digger smith little faith woman summary son exiles |
| 13181 |
13172 |
13936 |
Wasters |
Arthur Adams |
Plays |
Here we have a serious family drama by Australian playwright Arthur Adams about legacy and responsibilities, with some question about exactly who exactly the Wasters in society are. "No; you produce nothing, you spend everything; you do nothing, you waste everything. You're parasites, useless parasites.... Parasites, inefficients, wasters, wasters!" "We may be parasites, but you have made us parasites. We may be wasters, but you prey on us." \nTo highlight the growing tensions, it includes comic second act scenes placed in the women's undergarment department of the family store. \n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nJohn Dangar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nBaby Dangar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nGuy Dangar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nButler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAnthony Clibborn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nLindsay Thong: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nTossie Quork: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nJ. Charteris Maggs: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMrs. Goodsir: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9743">Ulrike Denis</a><br>\nMrs. Megget: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br>\nMrs. Cronk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nElizabeth Hebblethwaite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMrs. Clibborn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-wasters-by-arthur-adams/ |
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| 13182 |
13173 |
13937 |
Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, volume 9 |
Various |
Anthologies, Anthologies, Literary Collections |
The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question. In many cases, chapters contemplate not one author, but certain groups of works, organized by nationality, subject or period; there is, thus, a chapter on Accadian-Babylonian literature, one on the Holy Grail, and one on Chansons, for example.\n\nThe result is a collection that holds the interest, for the variety of subjects and forms, but also as a means of first contact with such famous and important authors that many people have heard of, but never read, such as Abelard, Dante or Lord Byron. According to the editor Charles Dudley Warner, this collection "is not a library of reference only, but a library to be read."\n\nThis ninth volume contains chapters from "Chamisso" to "Collins". (Summary by Leni) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/library-of-the-worlds-best-literature-ancient-and-modern-volume-9-by-various/ |
library world s best literature ancient modern work enormous proportions setting simple goal offering american households mass good reading editors drew literature times kinds considered best pieces human writing compiled ambitious collection 45 volumes with 46th index guide besides selection translation huge number poems letters short stories sections books collection offers chapter short essay author subject question many cases chapters contemplate one author certain groups works organized nationality subject period is thus chapter accadian babylonian literature one holy grail one chansons example result collection holds interest variety subjects forms also means first contact famous important authors many people heard of never read abelard dante lord byron according editor charles dudley warner collection is library reference only library read ninth volume contains chapters chamisso collins summary leni |
| 13183 |
13174 |
13938 |
Andria: or, The Fair Andrian |
Terence |
Plays |
Pamphilus wants to marry a woman different than his father has chosen for him. Add in paternal scheming, death bed promises, shipwreck, and other complications, and comedy ensues.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSimo, an aged Athenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nPamphilus, son of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>\nSosia, freedman of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nChremes, an aged Athenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCharinus, a young Athenian, in love with Philumena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCrito, a native of Andros: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nDavus, servant of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nDromo, servant of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nByrrhia, servant of Charinus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nGlycerium, a young woman beloved by Pamphilus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMysis, her maid-servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nLesbia, a midwife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\n<br>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/andria-or-the-fair-andrian-by-terence/ |
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| 13184 |
13221 |
13993 |
Fruits of the Spirit |
Hamilton Wright Mabie |
Christianity - Other |
A collection of essays written by the renowned lecturer and author during the First World War, when he was quite depressed. The general themes of the collection are persevering in faith, guidance by the Holy Spirit and standing for the "Test of Courage". - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fruits-of-the-spirit-by-hamilton-wright-mabie/ |
collection essays written renowned lecturer author first world war quite depressed general themes collection persevering faith guidance holy spirit standing test courage summary beth thomas |
| 13185 |
13175 |
13939 |
"Mind The Paint" Girl |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays, Satire |
Another Pinero play from the early 1900s. With a social message about the effects of stardom on the star as well as those that love them. "I’m afraid there’s one thing finer than winning the woman you love and, when you’ve won her, being prepared to go through fire and water for her." "What’s that?" "Having the courage to give her up"\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nViscount Farncombe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nColonel the Hon. Arthur Stidulph: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBaron von Rettenmayer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nCaptain Nicholas Jeyes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nLionel Roper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nSam de Castro: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nHerbert Fulkerson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nStewart Heneage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nGerald Grimwood: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April 6090</a><br>\nCarlton Smythe (Manager of the Pandora Theatre): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13489">James Thomas</a><br>\nAlbert Palk (Actor at the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nWilfrid Tavish (Actor at the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13403">Philip Watson</a><br>\nVincent Bland (A Musical Composer, attached to the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMorris Cooling (Business Manager at the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nLuigi (Maître d’hôtel at Catani’s Restaurant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12428">Pier</a><br>\nThe Hon. Mrs. Arthur Stidulph (Formerly, as Dolly Ensor, of the Pandora Theatre): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nLily Parradell (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nJimmie Birch (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nGabrielle Kato (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nEnid Moncrieff (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nDaphne Dure (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12923">EmmaHatton</a><br>\nNita Trevenna (Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13139">Lex Hankins</a><br>\nFlo Connify (One of Four Beauties Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nSybil Dermott (One of Four Beauties Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nOlga Cook (One of Four Beauties Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEvangeline Ventris (One of Four Beauties Of the Pandora): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nMrs. Upjohn (Lily Parradell’s mother): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12993">DuckTD</a><br>\nGladys (Lily’s parlourmaid): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMaud (Lily’s maid): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mind-the-paint-girl-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
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13176 |
13940 |
Perkins, the Fakeer: A Travesty on Reincarnation |
Edward S. Van Zile |
Humorous Fiction |
As the title suggests we are treated to three humourous and curious psychical transpositions in the cases of "When Reginald was Caroline," "How Chopin came to Remsen," and "Clarissa's troublesome baby" . If you're looking for a break from more serious fare you can count on this one to amuse and entertain you. Summary by Celine Major. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/perkins-the-fakeer-by-edward-s-van-zile/ |
title suggests treated three humourous curious psychical transpositions cases when reginald caroline how chopin came remsen clarissa s troublesome baby looking break serious fare count one amuse entertain you summary celine major |
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13177 |
13941 |
Planet Mappers |
Edward Everett Evans |
Science Fiction |
The Carver family are out in space, travelling to new worlds to check them out for colonization. But, when Mr. Carver has an accident, and remains out of commission for the trip, his sons, Jon and Jak, step up and take over their trip. The boys use their different talents to make their journey a successful one! (Ann Boulais) |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-planet-mappers-by-edward-everett-evans/ |
carver family space travelling new worlds check colonization but mr carver accident remains commission trip sons jon jak step take trip boys use different talents make journey successful one ann boulais |
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13178 |
13942 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 9: Tragedy and Humor (Part 2) |
Various |
Anthologies |
The ninth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the second of two parts, includes a broad and diverse selection of light and comic verse on miscellaneous topics, including religion, the laboring classes, romance, government, food, the human body, animals, the natural world, and everyday hobbies. Also included are parodies and imitations, ingenuities and oddities, and nonsense verse, all using inventive techniques such as puns, wordplay, alliteration, doggerel, adventurous rhyming, and dialect. - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-best-poetry-volume-9-tragedy-and-humor-part-2-by-various/ |
ninth ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection second two parts includes broad diverse selection light comic verse miscellaneous topics including religion laboring classes romance government food human body animals natural world everyday hobbies also included parodies imitations ingenuities oddities nonsense verse using inventive techniques puns wordplay alliteration doggerel adventurous rhyming dialect summary tomas peter |
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13179 |
13943 |
Little Jack Rabbit and Danny Fox |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. This is the second of the Little Jack Rabbit books. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/little-jack-rabbit-and-danny-fox-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series second little jack rabbit books summary larry wilson |
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13180 |
13944 |
History of Henry the Fourth King of France and Navarre |
John Stevens Cabot Abbott |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
Henry IV, King of France and Navarre (1553-1610) was the first monarch of France from the House of Bourbon. He was raised in the Protestant faith, barely escaped death in the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre, and led the Protestant forces against the Catholic armies in the French Wars of Religion. Declaring that "Paris was well worth a mass," he abjured the Calvinist faith, which brought an end to the pitiless strife that was destroying France. "Good King Henry" is remembered for his courage in battle, his geniality, and his great concern for the welfare of his subjects. A survivor of multiple assassination attempts, he succumbed to the knife of François Ravaillac in 1610. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-henry-the-fourth-king-of-france-and-navarre-by-john-stevens-cabot-abbott/ |
henry iv king france navarre 1553 1610 first monarch france house bourbon raised protestant faith barely escaped death st bartholomew s day massacre led protestant forces catholic armies french wars religion declaring paris well worth mass abjured calvinist faith brought end pitiless strife destroying france good king henry remembered courage battle geniality great concern welfare subjects survivor multiple assassination attempts succumbed knife françois ravaillac 1610 pamela nagami m d |
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13181 |
13945 |
Life and Times of Kateri Tekakwitha, The Lily of the Mohawks |
Ellen Walworth |
Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern, Christianity - Biographies |
Saint Kateri Tekakwitha's lifespan of only about 24 years was spent in utter humility and penitence. In spite of her natural diffidence, she summoned the strength to assert her desire to become a Christian and to consecrate herself as a virgin, and even had the courage to take part in a dangerous escape from her tyrannical uncle. This biography of her life fills in many details of the history, geography, and important persons and events of Kateri's time and setting in New York and Canada from 1656 to 1680. Interestingly, these same years were a turning point for the Jesuit missionaries in New France, as their relations with the Indians underwent a change from suffering fearful persecution to achieving widespread conversion, thanks in at least a small part to the influence of the humble Kateri. The book's many first hand accounts by eye witnesses are a highlight. Readers may also appreciate the author's personal research and descriptions of the locations where all the events of Kateri's life took place. The author's greatest achievement in this book is that she helps the reader to understand and love Saint Kateri. ( Carol Pelster) |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-times-of-kateri-tekakwitha-the-lily-of-the-mohawks-by-ellen-walworth/ |
saint kateri tekakwitha s lifespan 24 years spent utter humility penitence spite natural diffidence summoned strength assert desire become christian consecrate virgin even courage take part dangerous escape tyrannical uncle biography life fills many details history geography important persons events kateri s time setting new york canada 1656 1680 interestingly years turning point jesuit missionaries new france relations indians underwent change suffering fearful persecution achieving widespread conversion thanks least small part influence humble kateri book s many first hand accounts eye witnesses highlight readers may also appreciate author s personal research descriptions locations events kateri s life took place author s greatest achievement book helps reader understand love saint kateri carol pelster |
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13182 |
13946 |
Lucian's Dialogues Volume 1: The Dialogues of the Gods |
Lucian of Samosata |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Dramatic Readings, Satire |
The Dialogues of the Gods are 26 miniature dialogues mocking the Homeric conception of the Greek gods written in Attic Greek by Syrian author Lucian of Samosata. Almost 1900 years old, these dialogues still retain a lot of their original humor and wit. <br><br>\n\nThe cast list for dialogues with 3 or more readers is given below:<br><br>\n\nDialogue 8:<br>\nZeus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>Hephæstus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>Stage directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n<br>\nDialogue 9:<br>\nPoseidon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Hermes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>Stage directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n<br>\nDialogue 13:<br>\nZeus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Asklepius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Herakles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\n<br>\nDialogue 20:<br>\nZeus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Hermes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>Hera: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Athena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>Aphrodite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>Paris: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>Stage directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n<br>\nEditor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\n(Summary by Foon) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/lucians-dialogues-volume-1-the-dialogues-of-the-gods-by-lucian-of-samosata/ |
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13183 |
13948 |
Herb of Grace |
Rosa Nouchette Carey |
General Fiction |
Malcolm Herrick has it all: he is a lawyer, he has no financial problems, and he has wonderful friends and even an adopted sister. He is a dutiful boy to his mother. He is a loving friend. But he wanted something else. He wanted to be a poet or an artist. He wanted a country home with more freedom. A home where he could really feel at home. He wanted someone to nurture and love him. Now, he wants Elizabeth Templeton, his best friend's sister. This book is about taking some of what you have, getting some of what you want, and fulfilling a few dreams. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/herb-of-grace-by-rosa-nouchette-carey/ |
malcolm herrick all lawyer financial problems wonderful friends even adopted sister dutiful boy mother loving friend wanted something else wanted poet artist wanted country home freedom home could really feel home wanted someone nurture love him now wants elizabeth templeton best friend s sister book taking have getting want fulfilling dreams summary stav nisser |
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13184 |
13950 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 18) - The Odyssey (Book 18) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Σ' - Ὀδυσσέως καὶ Ἴρου πυγμή.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 18: The Fight Between Ulysses and Irus.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 18: Combat d’Ulysse et d’Irus.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-18-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
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13185 |
13951 |
Poems |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Single author |
This volume of poems was published in 1923, the year Edna St. Vincent Millay became the third woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for poetry. It was perhaps the lead poem in this volume, Renascence, published in 1918 in a literary contest that first won her widespread recognition. Her works also included drama and prose, and in 1943 became the second woman to win the Robert Frost Prize for poetry. This volume is divided into three sections of lyric poems, including sonnets, a poetic form of which she was a master. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
volume poems published 1923 year edna st vincent millay became third woman win pulitzer prize poetry perhaps lead poem volume renascence published 1918 literary contest first widespread recognition works also included drama prose 1943 became second woman win robert frost prize poetry volume divided three sections lyric poems including sonnets poetic form master summary larry wilson |
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13186 |
13952 |
Before Edgehill Fight |
Rudyard Kipling |
Poetry |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Before Edgehill Fight by Rudyard Kipling.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 7, 2019. <br> ------<br>\n A real and down to earth poem about a the Battle of Edgehill. - Summary by Campbell Schelp |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/before-edgehill-fight-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings edgehill fight rudyard kipling br weekly poetry project april 7 2019 br br real earth poem battle edgehill summary campbell schelp |
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13187 |
13953 |
Man-Eater |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Africa: The land of savagery and splendor. Where a marriage between an adventurer and a missionary's daughter is cut short by invading locals. A wife, forced to flee with her newborn daughter to the only family left. Young Virginia grows up until her grandfather's untimely death. An outcast nephew appears to contest the estate of the dead relative which forces an adventure into the heart of Central Africa in the hopes to find evidence of the marriage in the ruins of the mission. The nephew chasing after, to murder all who attempt to defy his inheritance. (Summary by Joe DeNoia) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-eater-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
africa land savagery splendor marriage adventurer missionary s daughter cut short invading locals wife forced flee newborn daughter family left young virginia grows grandfather s untimely death outcast nephew appears contest estate dead relative forces adventure heart central africa hopes find evidence marriage ruins mission nephew chasing after murder attempt defy inheritance summary joe denoia |
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13188 |
13954 |
Supreme Cases from 1803-2018 |
United States Supreme Court |
Law, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
These cases involved questions that came before the Supreme Court that needed answers. The questions in order of appearance in this project are as follows.\nDoes Congress have the power to pass laws that override the Constitution? What shall we do about the international slave trade? In what respect does the right of an author differ from that of an individual who has invented a most useful and valuable machine? Is there any difference between property in slaves and other property? Can the House of Representatives impeach the President? Why were women excluded from suffrage in nearly all the states by the express provision of their constitutions and laws? Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? What is double jeopardy? What shall we do about a child born in the United States who has parents who are subjects of a different nation? Are lotteries legal? Should motion pictures be censured? Is speech protected under the First Amendment during wartime? Why did we stop saying the pledge of allegiance? Where does the idea of "one person, one vote" come from? How does the First Amendment protect us from a claim of defamation or libel? Is electronic eavesdropping legal? Why are churches tax free institutions? How was the decision to allow abortions made? |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/supreme-cases-from-1803-2010-by-united-states-supreme-court/ |
cases involved questions came supreme court needed answers questions order appearance project follows congress power pass laws override constitution shall international slave trade respect right author differ individual invented useful valuable machine difference property slaves property house representatives impeach president women excluded suffrage nearly states express provision constitutions laws tomato fruit vegetable double jeopardy shall child born united states parents subjects different nation lotteries legal motion pictures censured speech protected first amendment wartime stop saying pledge allegiance idea one person one vote come from first amendment protect us claim defamation libel electronic eavesdropping legal churches tax free institutions decision allow abortions made |
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13189 |
13955 |
Measure for Measure (version 3) |
William Shakespeare |
Comedy, Drama |
<i>Measure for Measure</i> is one of William Shakespeare's more enigmatic works. As one of the so-called "problem plays," it mixes a dark plot with light overtones, without resolving the tensions inherent in either. Its central conflict is spurred on when the Duke of Vienna, Vincentio, confers his powers on the law-abiding judge Angelo before leaving on a diplomatic mission. In reality, Vincentio has merely disguised himself as a lowly friar to watch Angelo's rule from afar—a rule that is quickly characterized by its overzealous cruelty and harshness. When Angelo has a man condemned to death for fornication, the man's sister, a pious novitiate named Isabella, intercedes on his behalf and begs Angelo for leniency. It is through this encounter that Angelo's true self emerges, as well as the play's presiding themes of moral justice, civil corruption, and the neverending conflict between the powers of sin and virtue. Can Isabella thwart Angelo's wicked intentions? Will the Duke restore peace and sanity in Vienna? Will compassion prevail? Take a listen, for all will be revealed.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad "Hamlet" Filippone</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of Shakespeare's work that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter <br>\nCast list: <br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Narrator; Isabella; Escalus; Mariana; Mistress Overdone; Juliet; Messenger.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: Duke Vincentio; Froth; Abhorson; Servant to Angelo; Second Gentleman; Justice.<br> \n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Angelo; Claudio; Pompey; Friar Peter; First Gentleman; Francisca; Boy.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad “Hamlet” Filippone</a></b>: Lucio; Provost; Elbow; Barnardine; Friar Thomas.<br> |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/measure-for-measure-version-3-by-william-shakespeare/ |
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13190 |
13956 |
Rulaman |
Christoph David Friedrich Weinland |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
Seine Bekanntheit verdankt Naturwissenschaftler David Friedrich Weinland seinem Jugendroman 'Rulaman', der das Leben in der 'Steinzeit' und die damit verbundenen Gefahren durch Flora und Fauna beschreibt. Weinland verwendet dabei Namen und Bezeichnungen, die er anderen Sprachen entlehnte. So heißt der Stamm Rulamans Aimats. Dieser Ausdruck ist wie viele andere dem lappländischen entnommen da Weinland davon ausging die Lappen hätten die Urbevölkerung Europas gestellt und seien später durch das Eindringen der Kelten und weiteren Völkern an den Rand gedrängt worden.\n<br>\nDas Hörbuch entspricht der sechsten Auflage der Printausgabe von 1906 ohne Vorwörter und ohne Anhang mit den Begriffserklärungen. Meist werden die Bedeutungen aus dem Text selbst deutlich. Bei Interesse kann hier kostenlos und frei zugänglich das Buch in einer moderneren überarbeiteten Fassung nachgelesen werden und im Anhang die Begriffserklärungen eingesehen werden:\n<a href="https://www.projekt-gutenberg.org/weinland/rulaman/rulaman.html" target="_blank">bitte hier klicken.</a> \n - Summary by Bernd Ungerer |
German |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/rulaman-by-christoph-david-friedrich-weinland/ |
seine bekanntheit verdankt naturwissenschaftler david friedrich weinland seinem jugendroman rulaman der das leben der steinzeit und die damit verbundenen gefahren durch flora und fauna beschreibt weinland verwendet dabei namen und bezeichnungen die er anderen sprachen entlehnte heißt der stamm rulamans aimats dieser ausdruck ist wie viele andere dem lappländischen entnommen da weinland davon ausging die lappen hätten die urbevölkerung europas gestellt und seien später durch das eindringen der kelten und weiteren völkern den rand gedrängt worden br das hörbuch entspricht der sechsten auflage der printausgabe von 1906 ohne vorwörter und ohne anhang mit den begriffserklärungen meist werden die bedeutungen aus dem text selbst deutlich bei interesse kann hier kostenlos und frei zugänglich das buch einer moderneren überarbeiteten fassung nachgelesen werden und im anhang die begriffserklärungen eingesehen werden a href https www projekt gutenberg org weinland rulaman rulaman html target _blank bitte hier klicken a summary bernd ungerer |
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13191 |
13957 |
Book of American Explorers |
Thomas Wentworth Higginson |
*Non-fiction, History , Exploration |
This book tells the story of exploration in America in the words of the explorers themselves. It consists of extracts from narratives of the early discoverers and explorers of the American continent from the Northmen in 10th century to 17th century Massachusets Bay Colony. - Summary by Kikisaulite |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-american-explorers-by-thomas-wentworth-higginson/ |
book tells story exploration america words explorers themselves consists extracts narratives early discoverers explorers american continent northmen 10th century 17th century massachusets bay colony summary kikisaulite |
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13192 |
13959 |
Tea: Its Mystery and History |
Samuel Phillips Day |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Samuel Phillips Day traces the history of tea from Asia to England, exploring some of the romance of this treasured drink and its place in British culture. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/tea-its-mystery-and-history-by-samuel-phillips-day/ |
samuel phillips day traces history tea asia england exploring romance treasured drink place british culture summary larry wilson |
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13193 |
13960 |
Boy Scouts in the Rockies |
St. George Henry Rathborne |
Action & Adventure |
Starting off their trip to the Rockies with Step-Hen getting bitten by a snake, then Allan stepping on a bear trap, the Silver Fox Patrol is in for a big adventure! Thad has a lot to do looking after these boys, but with a lost mine to look for, and bad guys hanging around, there will many more close calls for everyone involved! \n<br><br>\nHerbert Carter is one of many pseudonyms used by St George Rathborne. |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-boy-scouts-in-the-rockies-by-st-george-henry-rathborne/ |
starting trip rockies step hen getting bitten snake allan stepping bear trap silver fox patrol big adventure thad lot looking boys lost mine look for bad guys hanging around many close calls everyone involved br br herbert carter one many pseudonyms used st george rathborne |
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13194 |
13961 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 080 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of H.G. Wells, Oscar Wilde, Lord Dunsany, Poe and others to bring you tales of mystery, horror, puzzling and the amusing. So sit back and enjoy the 80th Librivox Short Story Collection!\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-080-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers time delve works h g wells oscar wilde lord dunsany poe others bring tales mystery horror puzzling amusing sit back enjoy 80th librivox short story collection |
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13195 |
13962 |
Plow Stories |
Clara Dillingham Pierson |
Children's Fiction, Single Author Collections |
This book tells of the important role of the plow, starting from its humble beginnings and how the plow has changed over time. This is achieved through a series of small stories set during different time periods in history. The introduction of the book encourages us to, "learn all you can about plows, even if you live in a great city. City people would soon starve if there were no plows and plowmen at work to raise food for them. Not even the strongest locomotives or the most wonderful printing-presses are so necessary to us as plows. Learn all you can about them!" - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/plow-stories-by-clara-dillingham-pierson/ |
book tells important role plow starting humble beginnings plow changed time achieved series small stories set different time periods history introduction book encourages us to learn plows even live great city city people would soon starve plows plowmen work raise food them even strongest locomotives wonderful printing presses necessary us plows learn them summary sweethome |
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13196 |
13963 |
Luggage of Life |
Frank W. Boreham |
Christianity - Other |
This collection contains 32 essays by the respected Baptist preacher Frank Boreham. Writing on topics that range from falling in love to eating sandwiches at a church meeting, Boreham seeks to encourage and inspire Christian believers around the world. Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-luggage-of-life-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
collection contains 32 essays respected baptist preacher frank boreham writing topics range falling love eating sandwiches church meeting boreham seeks encourage inspire christian believers around world summary devorah allen |
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13323 |
14111 |
Stolen Bacillus and other stories |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
A collection of 15 humorous short stories by the original master of speculative fiction: H. G. Wells. This was the first collection of short stories published by the author, and contains a mixture of fantasy, science-fiction and humour! - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-stolen-bacillus-and-other-stories-by-h-g-wells/ |
collection 15 humorous short stories original master speculative fiction h g wells first collection short stories published author contains mixture fantasy science fiction humour summary beth thomas |
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13199 |
13966 |
World’s Story Volume VII: Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland |
Eva March Tappan |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
This is the seventh volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part VII include the stories from the Nibelungen saga of the Germans, masterpieces of the Dutch Painters and the famous apple-shooting episode from Schiller's drama William Tell. - Summary by Sonia<br>\n<BR>Cast list for The shot of William Tell:<BR>\nWalter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/9810">Stoofy</a> / William Tell: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a> / Friesshard: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a> / Leuth: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Sacristan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a> / Rosselmann: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a> / Furst: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Stauffacher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Melchthal: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Peasants: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a> / Women: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Harras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a> / Gessler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Bertha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Rudenz: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/13403">Philip Watson</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<BR>Cast list for Tell's escape:<BR>\nWilliam Tell: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Fisherman: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-vii-germany-the-netherlands-and-switzerland-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
seventh volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part vii include stories nibelungen saga germans masterpieces dutch painters famous apple shooting episode schiller s drama william tell summary sonia br br cast list shot william tell br walter a href https librivox org reader 9810 stoofy a william tell a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a friesshard a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a leuth a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a sacristan a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a rosselmann a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a furst a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a stauffacher a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a melchthal a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a peasants a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a women a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a harras a href https librivox org reader 13177 frédéric surget a gessler a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a bertha a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a rudenz a href https librivox org reader 13403 philip watson a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list tell s escape br william tell a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a fisherman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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13200 |
13967 |
History of California: The American Period |
Robert Glass Cleland |
Modern (19th C) |
The Author's own summary surveys “first the faint awakenings of American interest in the Spanish province of Alta California. The New England merchants traffic again along the sunlit, poorly guarded coast; the shadow of Russia hangs for a moment over San Francisco Bay; the hide and tallow vessels laboriously collect their cargoes at every little port...the first adventurous immigrants wind wearily down the mountain trails....<br />\n“Then the scene changes...English ambitions hold a threat of danger to the program of the United States; the Sacramento settlers raise the crude Bear Flag as a symbol of revolt; and finally a strong-willed President acquires California as the fruit of war.<br />\n“The gold rush follows—a tumultuous beginning for the new day! Statehood then, and a time of social and political adjustment, when a restless people seek to accommodate themselves to ordered government and the restraints of law...they fill the treasury of the world with gold, reclaim an empire from the wilderness, turn the rivers into useful channels, meet the challenge of the mountains with a railroad, and securely lay the material foundations for a splendid state.”<br />\nThis work may be considered the companion volume to Charles E. Chapman's </i><a href="https://librivox.org/a-history-of-california-the-spanish-period-by-charles-edward-chapman/" target="_blank">A History of California: The Spanish Period</a></i>, which tells the story of first Spanish and then Mexican California, from first discovery until the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 ceded ownership to the United States of America.<br />\nDisclaimer. The listener is reminded that the final chapter, Review and Prophecy, was written at a time when ideas were commonly held that today many regard as blatantly racist and offensive. This chapter has been read "as written," with no attempt at sanitization. It does not reflect the opinions of the narrator. - Summary by Steven Seitel |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-history-of-california-the-american-period-by-robert-glass-cleland/ |
author s summary surveys first faint awakenings american interest spanish province alta california new england merchants traffic along sunlit poorly guarded coast shadow russia hangs moment san francisco bay hide tallow vessels laboriously collect cargoes every little port the first adventurous immigrants wind wearily mountain trails br then scene changes english ambitions hold threat danger program united states sacramento settlers raise crude bear flag symbol revolt finally strong willed president acquires california fruit war br the gold rush follows a tumultuous beginning new day statehood then time social political adjustment restless people seek accommodate ordered government restraints law they fill treasury world gold reclaim empire wilderness turn rivers useful channels meet challenge mountains railroad securely lay material foundations splendid state br work may considered companion volume charles e chapman s i a href https librivox org a history of california the spanish period by charles edward chapman target _blank a history california spanish period a i tells story first spanish mexican california first discovery treaty guadalupe hidalgo 1848 ceded ownership united states america br disclaimer listener reminded final chapter review prophecy written time ideas commonly held today many regard blatantly racist offensive chapter read as written attempt sanitization reflect opinions narrator summary steven seitel |
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13201 |
13968 |
1900 or The Last President |
Ingersoll Lockwood |
Published 1800 -1900 |
The year is 1896. The United States is rocked by the election of an unlikely president. On election night, riots broke out in the streets of New York. The city was paralyzed with dread. Mobs organized under the lead of Anarchists and Socialists. Farther South, people celebrated. This was a President elected by the working class and he was a President who followed through with his commitment to fight for the rights of the people. This president would fight to end the enslavement of the people by money lenders, big bankers, corporations and government overtax. But can he be successful in a society that is rapidly absorbing socialist ideologies? - Summary by CJ Plogue |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/1900-or-the-last-president-by-ingersoll-lockwood/ |
year 1896 united states rocked election unlikely president election night riots broke streets new york city paralyzed dread mobs organized lead anarchists socialists farther south people celebrated president elected working class president followed commitment fight rights people president would fight end enslavement people money lenders big bankers corporations government overtax successful society rapidly absorbing socialist ideologies summary cj plogue |
| 13211 |
13202 |
13971 |
Coffee Break Collection 19 - Plants and Flowers |
Various |
Anthologies |
The Librivox Coffee Break Collections are themed anthologies, selected and read by Librivox readers. Each short piece is fifteen minutes long, or less -- perfect for coffee breaks, commutes and work outs. Essays, prose, fiction, non-fiction, poetry -- who knows what gems will be uncovered? Spring is the time we see plants and flowers, dormant over the cold winter months, burst into life; and they make their appearance here. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-19-plants-and-flowers-by-various/ |
librivox coffee break collections themed anthologies selected read librivox readers short piece fifteen minutes long less perfect coffee breaks commutes work outs essays prose fiction non fiction poetry knows gems uncovered spring time see plants flowers dormant cold winter months burst life make appearance here summary lynne thompson |
| 13212 |
13203 |
13972 |
Courage (Dramatic Reading) |
Ruth Ogden |
Dramatic Readings, Family |
Courage follows the story of Courage, a young 12-year-old orphaned girl, who adapts to to meeting and living with new people. She lives up to her name . . . but, what becomes of her in the end? - Summary by bhavya<br /><br />Courage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>Larry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Sylvia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>Miss Julia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>Mary Duff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Gentleman/David/Mr. Everett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13022">Josh Kibbey</a><br>Celia Thaxter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Big Bob: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>Man, Captain, Man 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12506">Bhavya</a><br>Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13291">William White</a><br>Dick, Father, Bruce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>Mrs. Everett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13420">Anita Sloma-Martinez</a><br>Big Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10175">Evie Maria</a><br>Small Girl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10176">Zoe Trang</a><br>Irishman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12752">ChadH94</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nEdited by bhavya, Larry Wilson, and Linny<br />\nProof-listened by Elijah Fisher and Lynette Caulkins |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/courage-dramatic-reading-by-ruth-ogden/ |
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| 13213 |
13222 |
13994 |
Poems of Madison Cawein Vol 3 |
Madison Cawein |
Single author |
This is Volume 3: Nature Poems of the collected works of Madison Julius Cawein, an American poet from Kentucky. It's arranged in four sections: In The Shadow of the Beeches, Tansy and Sweet-Alyssum, Weeds by the Wall, and A Voice on the Wind. It is dedicated to "Doctor Henry A. Cottel whose kind words of friendship and approval have encouraged me most when I most needed encouragement."\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-poems-of-madison-cawein-vol-3-by-madison-cawein/ |
volume 3 nature poems collected works madison julius cawein american poet kentucky arranged four sections shadow beeches tansy sweet alyssum weeds wall voice wind dedicated doctor henry a cottel whose kind words friendship approval encouraged needed encouragement summary larry wilson |
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13204 |
13973 |
On The Sea |
Ivan Turgenev |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of On The Sea by Ivan Turgenev.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 14, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nIvan Sergeyevich Turgenev was a Russian novelist, short story writer, poet, playwright, translator and popularizer of Russian literature in the West.<br>\n\nConstance Clara Garnett was an English translator of nineteenth-century Russian literature. Garnett was one of the first English translators of Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Anton Chekhov and introduced them on a wide basis to the English-speaking public. - Summary by wikipedia |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-sea-by-ivan-turgenev/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings sea ivan turgenev br weekly poetry project april 14 2019 br br ivan sergeyevich turgenev russian novelist short story writer poet playwright translator popularizer russian literature west br constance clara garnett english translator nineteenth century russian literature garnett one first english translators leo tolstoy fyodor dostoyevsky anton chekhov introduced wide basis english speaking public summary wikipedia |
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13205 |
13974 |
Rimas de dentro |
Miguel de Unamuno |
Anthologies, Single author |
En el presente libro se tienen poemas fueron escritos a los largo de la vida del autor, sobre distinta temática. En casi todos ellos existe una pincelada de pensamientos casi filosóficos. Es interesante ver que incluso en algunos se ha consignado la fecha en que fue escrito el poema, existiendo uno que data de su fecha como estudiante y otro incluso que fuera escrito en durante un viaje de tren. Una lectura corta para acercarnos a los pensamientos del autor. Resumen de KendalRigans. |
Spanish |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/rimas-de-dentro-by-miguel-de-unamuno/ |
en el presente libro se tienen poemas fueron escritos los largo de la vida del autor sobre distinta temática en casi todos ellos existe una pincelada de pensamientos casi filosóficos es interesante ver que incluso en algunos se ha consignado la fecha en que fue escrito el poema existiendo uno que data de su fecha como estudiante otro incluso que fuera escrito en durante un viaje de tren una lectura corta para acercarnos los pensamientos del autor resumen de kendalrigans |
| 13216 |
13206 |
13975 |
Honey-Bee |
Anatole France |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A sweet fairy-tale, Honey-Bee tells the story of two children raised as brother and sister, but who are not. One day they venture out to find the lake where the nixies dwell, though they are forbidden to do so. On this ill-fated journey, young George is kidnapped by the nixies and little Honey-Bee is captured by the dwarves. The tale tells of their seven years in captivity, and has some lessons on morality and love.\n - Summary by Kate Follis |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/honey-bee-by-anatole-france/ |
sweet fairy tale honey bee tells story two children raised brother sister not one day venture find lake nixies dwell though forbidden so ill fated journey young george kidnapped nixies little honey bee captured dwarves tale tells seven years captivity lessons morality love summary kate follis |
| 13217 |
13207 |
13978 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 065 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. A review of William Carlos Williams' "Kora in Hell" by Robert McAlmon is one of several selections devoted to literature and learning. Others are H. P. Lovecraft's "Literary Composition;" George Herbert Betts's "The Mind and Its Education;" William Wells Newell's "Michelangelo as Poet;" and Thoreau's "Wild Apples." Humor receives its due in "The Methods of Mr. Sellyer: A Book Store Study" (Stephen Leacock); "The Plumber" (Charles Dudley Warner); "The Yawn of the Computer Age" (NSA Cryptolog); and an unnamed boy's "Essay on Girls." Innovation and inquiry are treated in a 17th century study "Of a Deaf Man's Capacity to Speak;" a 1794 description of color blindness (John Dalton); and an 1896 exposition on scientific kite flying. Historical topics include the status of Palestine and Syria in the 1920's; democratic socialism (Victor Considerant); Letters to Muriardachus (11th century, Anselm of Canterbury), and an Illinois flour mill's change over from horse team to gas powered delivery truck in 1913. Politics meet history in readings of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainee death notification letter and two selections from the 2019 Mueller Report--the executive summaries from volumes 1 and 2. Finally, for those with the munchies or a sweet tooth, Vol. 65 has recipes from Maria Parloa's "Chocolate and Cocoa and Homemade Candy Recipes." Summary by Sue Anderson.\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-065-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers review william carlos williams kora hell robert mcalmon one several selections devoted literature learning others h p lovecraft s literary composition george herbert betts s the mind education william wells newell s michelangelo poet thoreau s wild apples humor receives due the methods mr sellyer book store study stephen leacock the plumber charles dudley warner the yawn computer age nsa cryptolog unnamed boy s essay girls innovation inquiry treated 17th century study of deaf man s capacity speak 1794 description color blindness john dalton 1896 exposition scientific kite flying historical topics include status palestine syria 1920 s democratic socialism victor considerant letters muriardachus 11th century anselm canterbury illinois flour mill s change horse team gas powered delivery truck 1913 politics meet history readings immigration customs enforcement ice detainee death notification letter two selections 2019 mueller report the executive summaries volumes 1 2 finally munchies sweet tooth vol 65 recipes maria parloa s chocolate cocoa homemade candy recipes summary sue anderson |
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13208 |
13979 |
Washington and the Riddle of Peace |
H. G. Wells |
Political Science |
As an observer at the WASHINGTON CONFERENCE FOR THE LIMITATION OF ARMAMENTS held in 1921 and attended by the victorious nations of The Great War, the acclaimed author H. G. Wells wrote 29 short essays that were serialized in the New York World and other newspapers. This book is a collection of those essays. They are not a record or description of the Conference, but the impressions of one visitor. Wells noted that the failed League of Nations was the first American initiative toward an organized world peace, and in its absence “the American mind has produced this second experiment, which has been tried with the loosest of constitutions and the most severely defined and limited of aims. Instead of a world constitution we have had a world conversation.” <br>\nThe essays relate “one observer’s conviction of how things can be done, and of how they need to be done, if our civilization is indeed to be rescued from the dangers that encompass it and set again upon the path of progress.” While history would not bear out all of Wells’ various expressions of optimism and pessimism, his vision of world peace nevertheless remains relevant today. ( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/washington-and-the-riddle-of-peace-by-h-g-wells/ |
observer washington conference limitation armaments held 1921 attended victorious nations great war acclaimed author h g wells wrote 29 short essays serialized new york world newspapers book collection essays record description conference impressions one visitor wells noted failed league nations first american initiative toward organized world peace absence the american mind produced second experiment tried loosest constitutions severely defined limited aims instead world constitution world conversation br essays relate one observer s conviction things done need done civilization indeed rescued dangers encompass set upon path progress history would bear wells various expressions optimism pessimism vision world peace nevertheless remains relevant today lee smalley |
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13209 |
13980 |
Queen's Necklace |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction |
The Queen's Necklace is historical fiction based on an actual scandal in the court of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI during 1784-85, "The Diamond Necklace Affair". The Diamond Necklace Affair contributed to the discrediting of the Marie Antoinette and the monarchy of Louis XVI prior to the French Revolution. The backdrop is the rebellious state of the French people due in part to adverse weather and crop failures affecting the food supply and price of bread during the 1780s, contrasted to the extravagance of the French monarchy. The Queen's Necklace is the 3rd novel in the Marie Antoinette series by Alexandre Dumas. (summary by Gail Timmerman-Vaughan) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-queens-necklace-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
queen s necklace historical fiction based actual scandal court marie antoinette louis xvi 1784 85 the diamond necklace affair diamond necklace affair contributed discrediting marie antoinette monarchy louis xvi prior french revolution backdrop rebellious state french people due part adverse weather crop failures affecting food supply price bread 1780s contrasted extravagance french monarchy queen s necklace 3rd novel marie antoinette series alexandre dumas summary gail timmerman vaughan |
| 13220 |
13210 |
13981 |
Bible (DBY) NT 11: Philippians |
Darby Bible |
Bibles |
The Darby Bible consists of a translation of the New Testament by John Nelson Darby, originally published in 1867, and a translation of the Old Testament, included in later editions of the text, completed by Darby's students after his death. The text for this recording comes from the second edition of the Darby Bible. - Summary by Aaron Hultstrand |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/philippians-darby-bible/ |
darby bible consists translation new testament john nelson darby originally published 1867 translation old testament included later editions text completed darby s students death text recording comes second edition darby bible summary aaron hultstrand |
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13211 |
13982 |
Bible (CUV) 19: 聖經(和合本)-- 詩篇 (The Book of Psalms) |
Chinese Union Version |
Bibles |
《聖經和合本》(Chinese Union Version,簡稱和合本;今指國語和合本(Kuoyü Union Version),舊稱官話和合本(Mandarin Union Version)),是今日華語基督新教教會最普遍使用的《聖經》譯本,問世一百年以來,一直是華人教會的權威譯本,是眾多信徒心愛的聖經。此譯本的出版源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會,會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會,各自負責翻譯官話(白話文)、淺文理(淺文言)、深文理(文言文)譯本。1904年,《淺文理和合譯本》(Easy Wenli Union Version)出版《新約》。1906年,《深文理和合譯本》(High Wenli Union Version)亦出版《新約》。1907年,傳教士大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本,於1919年出版《文理和合譯本》(Wenli Union Version)。1906年,官話的翻譯工作完成了《新約》;1919年,官話《舊約》的翻譯工作完成。在1919年正式出版時,官話《聖經》譯本名為《官話和合譯本》,從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本《聖經》。\n「詩篇」一詞採自希臘文《七十士譯本》所用的桑末(Psal-moi′),所指的是用樂器伴奏的歌。這個名字也曾屢次在基督教希臘文聖經中出現,例如在《路加福音》第20章第42節及《使徒行傳》第1章第20節。詩篇乃是用來讚頌、敬拜上帝的神聖詩歌。 主題:敬虔之人藉著讚美、禱告、並歡騰的歌唱,尋求並接觸神,所表達的情緒、感覺、感想和經歷。【摘自維基百科】\n中文聖經和合本神版舊約詩篇。全篇共五卷合計150篇.\n卷一【第一篇到第四十一篇】,\n卷二【第四十二篇到第七十二篇】,\n卷三【第七十三篇到第八十九篇】,\n卷四【第九十篇到第一百零六篇】,\n卷五【第一百零七篇到第一百五十篇】 |
Chinese |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-psalms-chinese-union-version/ |
聖經和合本 chinese union version 簡稱和合本 今指國語和合本 kuoyü union version 舊稱官話和合本 mandarin union version 是今日華語基督新教教會最普遍使用的 聖經 譯本 問世一百年以來 一直是華人教會的權威譯本 是眾多信徒心愛的聖經 此譯本的出版源自1890年在上海舉行的傳教士大會 會中各差會派代表成立了三個委員會 各自負責翻譯官話 白話文 淺文理 淺文言 深文理 文言文 譯本 1904年 淺文理和合譯本 easy wenli union version 出版 新約 1906年 深文理和合譯本 high wenli union version 亦出版 新約 1907年 傳教士大會計劃只譯一部文理譯本 於1919年出版 文理和合譯本 wenli union version 1906年 官話的翻譯工作完成了 新約 1919年 官話 舊約 的翻譯工作完成 在1919年正式出版時 官話 聖經 譯本名為 官話和合譯本 從此就成了現今大多數華語教會採用的和合本 聖經 詩篇 一詞採自希臘文 七十士譯本 所用的桑末 psal moi 所指的是用樂器伴奏的歌 這個名字也曾屢次在基督教希臘文聖經中出現 例如在 路加福音 第20章第42節及 使徒行傳 第1章第20節 詩篇乃是用來讚頌 敬拜上帝的神聖詩歌 主題 敬虔之人藉著讚美 禱告 並歡騰的歌唱 尋求並接觸神 所表達的情緒 感覺 感想和經歷 摘自維基百科 中文聖經和合本神版舊約詩篇 全篇共五卷合計150篇 卷一 第一篇到第四十一篇 卷二 第四十二篇到第七十二篇 卷三 第七十三篇到第八十九篇 卷四 第九十篇到第一百零六篇 卷五 第一百零七篇到第一百五十篇 |
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13212 |
13983 |
Report On The Investigation Into Russian Interference In The 2016 Presidential Election |
Robert Mueller |
Law, Political Science |
The report from Robert Mueller's team reporting the results of investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 Presidential Election. This report was released on April 18, 2019. The recording is of the originally-released, redacted version. - Summary by Samuel Stinson<br /><br />NOTE: Section 14 was divided into two parts after the project was well underway. As a result, the section numbers in the audios do not correspond with the numbers in the metadata and file names after section 14. |
English |
2019 |
https://librivox.org/report-on-the-investigation-into-russian-interference-in-the-2016-presidential-election-by-robert-mueller/ |
report robert mueller s team reporting results investigations russian interference 2016 presidential election report released april 18 2019 recording originally released redacted version summary samuel stinson br br note section 14 divided two parts project well underway result section numbers audios correspond numbers metadata file names section 14 |
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13213 |
13984 |
Frigid Fracas |
Dallas McCord Reynolds |
Science Fiction |
In any status-hungry culture, the level a man is assigned depends on what people think he is—not on what he is. And that, of course, means that only the deliberately phony has real status! - Summary by Mack Reynolds |
English |
1963 |
https://librivox.org/frigid-fracas-by-dallas-mccord-reynolds/ |
status hungry culture level man assigned depends people think is not is that course means deliberately phony real status summary mack reynolds |
| 13224 |
13214 |
13985 |
Nutcracker and Mouse-King (version 2) |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Christmas Eve Mary receives a nutcracker. At midnight, this gift comes alive and brings her into a world full of dolls, candies and rose scent. The little wooden soldiers of her brother Fritz and the toys that are in the glass cabinet of the family room also come alive.\n\nAt the same time, the mice and their king with seven crowns appear in the living room. Battle ensues.\n\nIn fact, it turns out to be a stunning Christmas for little Marie.\n\nThe tale "Nutcracker and Mouse-king" of Hoffmann was adapted into a ballet in 1892 by Tchaïkovsky.\n - Summary by Aïda Boumaza |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/nutcracker-and-mouse-king-version-2-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
christmas eve mary receives nutcracker midnight gift comes alive brings world full dolls candies rose scent little wooden soldiers brother fritz toys glass cabinet family room also come alive time mice king seven crowns appear living room battle ensues fact turns stunning christmas little marie tale nutcracker mouse king hoffmann adapted ballet 1892 tchaïkovsky summary aïda boumaza |
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13215 |
13986 |
Sentry of the Sky |
Evelyn E. Smith |
Science Fiction |
There had to be a way for Sub-Archivist Clarey to get up in the world—but this way was right out of the tri-di dramas. - Summary by original text |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/sentry-of-the-sky-by-evelyn-e-smith/ |
way sub archivist clarey get world but way right tri di dramas summary original text |
| 13226 |
13216 |
13987 |
Variações sobre o flirt: pequeno ensaio de psychologia urbana |
João do Rio |
Satire, Humor |
Variações sobre o flirt: pequeno ensaio de psychologia urbana é uma curta obra de João do Rio, que guarda as melhores características de suas crônicas sobre o cotidiano carioca da virada do século XX. O autor observa como os jovens namoradeiros de sua época "flirtam", comparando com as formas de namorar de épocas pregressas. João do Rio apresenta um texto leve, irônico, engraçado e profundamente humano. - Summary by Leni |
Portuguese |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/variacoes-sobre-o-flirt-pequeno-ensaio-de-psychologia-urbana-by-joao-do-rio/ |
variações sobre flirt pequeno ensaio de psychologia urbana é uma curta obra de joão rio que guarda melhores características de suas crônicas sobre cotidiano carioca da virada século xx autor observa como os jovens namoradeiros de sua época flirtam comparando com formas de namorar de épocas pregressas joão rio apresenta um texto leve irônico engraçado e profundamente humano summary leni |
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13217 |
13989 |
Snowball |
Poul William Anderson |
Science Fiction |
Simon's new source of power promised a new era for Mankind. But what happens to world economy when anyone can manufacture it in the kitchen oven?... Here's one answer! Summary by Realisticspeakers |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/snowball-by-poul-william-anderson/ |
simon s new source power promised new era mankind happens world economy anyone manufacture kitchen oven here s one answer summary realisticspeakers |
| 13228 |
13218 |
13990 |
Wet Day |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of A Wet Day by Madison Cawein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 21, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis Weekly Poem is in honor of April showers (bring on the May flowers!) taken from The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume V, Poems of Meditation and of Forest and Field. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/a-wet-day-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings wet day madison cawein br weekly poetry project april 21 2019 br br weekly poem honor april showers bring may flowers taken poems madison cawein volume v poems meditation forest field summary david lawrence |
| 13229 |
13219 |
13991 |
Lady's Mile |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
General Fiction |
If you drive through the Lady's Mile, the most fashionable district in London, you will see people whose most distinguished ambition was to be known in that circle. A novelist, a painter, and some aristocrats, willing to prove themselves to the world. But what happens behind closed doors? Is the Lady's Mile as respectable as it seems? - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-ladys-mile-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
drive lady s mile fashionable district london see people whose distinguished ambition known circle novelist painter aristocrats willing prove world happens behind closed doors lady s mile respectable seems summary stav nisser |
| 13230 |
13223 |
13995 |
Golden Slave |
Poul William Anderson |
Fantasy Fiction |
100 B.C.\nThe Cimbrian hordes galloped across the dawn of history and clashed in screaming battle against the mighty Roman legions.\nLed by their chief, Boierik, and his son, Eodan, the hungry and homeless pagan tribes hurled back the Romans time after time in their desperate search for land. But for all the burning towns, the new-caught women weeping, the wine drunk, the gold lifted, the Cimbri did not find a home.\nAnd now it was over. At Vercellae the Roman armies shattered them completely. Only a few survived—and for them death would have been more merciful. Eodan, the proud young chieftain, had been caught and sold into slavery, his infant son murdered and his beautiful wife, Hwicca, taken as a concubine. But whips and slave chains could not break the spirit of this fiery pagan giant who fought, seduced and connived his way to a perilous freedom to rescue the woman he loved. - Summary by original text |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-slave-by-poul-william-anderson/ |
100 b c cimbrian hordes galloped across dawn history clashed screaming battle mighty roman legions led chief boierik son eodan hungry homeless pagan tribes hurled back romans time time desperate search land burning towns new caught women weeping wine drunk gold lifted cimbri find home over vercellae roman armies shattered completely survived and death would merciful eodan proud young chieftain caught sold slavery infant son murdered beautiful wife hwicca taken concubine whips slave chains could break spirit fiery pagan giant fought seduced connived way perilous freedom rescue woman loved summary original text |
| 13231 |
13224 |
13996 |
Shakespeare Sonnet 29 |
William Shakespeare |
Sonnets, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 32 recordings of Sonnet 29 by William Shakespeare.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 23, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA perennial Shakespeare favorite. The sober, almost depressed beginning ends with the sun shining through. Here is a playful video performance, a visual treat, by LV member iBeScotty - https://youtu.be/5WEdVfiSoE0 (William Allan Jones) |
English |
1609 |
https://librivox.org/shakespeare-sonnet-29-by-william-shakespeare/ |
librivox volunteers bring 32 recordings sonnet 29 william shakespeare br fortnightly poetry project april 23 2019 br br perennial shakespeare favorite sober almost depressed beginning ends sun shining through playful video performance visual treat lv member ibescotty https youtu be 5wedvfisoe0 william allan jones |
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13225 |
13997 |
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 3 |
Pliny the Elder |
Science, Reference, Antiquity |
The Natural History of Pliny the Elder is one of the largest single works to have survived from the Roman Empire. The full work consists of 37 books, covering more than 20.000 topics ranging from astronomy and mathematics to botany and precious stones. The book became a model for later encyclopaedias and gives a fascinating overview of the state of scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago. This version of the Natural History (or, the "Pliny") has been adapted for a younger audience. This third volume contains Book V (Domestic Animals) and Book VI (The Natural History of Fishes) out of a total of 9 books. - Summary by Foon |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-boys-and-girls-pliny-vol-3-by-pliny-the-elder/ |
natural history pliny elder one largest single works survived roman empire full work consists 37 books covering 20 000 topics ranging astronomy mathematics botany precious stones book became model later encyclopaedias gives fascinating overview state scientific knowledge almost 2000 years ago version natural history or pliny adapted younger audience third volume contains book v domestic animals book vi the natural history fishes total 9 books summary foon |
| 13233 |
13226 |
13998 |
Buster Bear's Twins |
Thornton W. Burgess |
Animals & Nature |
Continuing the adventure of Buster Bear, we meet his twins, Boxer and Woof-Woof, from their first bath to misadventures with neighbors including Peter Rabbit. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/buster-bears-twins-by-thornton-w-burgess/ |
continuing adventure buster bear meet twins boxer woof woof first bath misadventures neighbors including peter rabbit summary larry wilson |
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13227 |
14000 |
Baled Hay: A Drier Book than Walt Whitman's ''Leaves o' Grass'' |
Bill Nye |
Humorous Fiction |
There can really be no excuse for this last book of trite and beautiful sayings. I do not attempt, in any way, to palliate this great wrong. I would not do so even if I had an idea what palliate meant. . . . I have taken great care to thoroughly eradicate anything that would have the appearance of poetry in this work, and there is not a thought or suggestion contained in it that would soil the most delicate fabric.\nDo not read it all at once, however, in order to see whether he married the girl or not. Take a little at a time, and it will cure gloom on the "similia simili-bus curanter" principle. - Summary by Bill Nye |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/baled-hay-a-drier-book-than-walt-whitmans-leaves-o-grass-by-bill-nye/ |
really excuse last book trite beautiful sayings attempt way palliate great wrong would even idea palliate meant taken great care thoroughly eradicate anything would appearance poetry work thought suggestion contained would soil delicate fabric read once however order see whether married girl not take little time cure gloom similia simili bus curanter principle summary bill nye |
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13228 |
14001 |
England In The Middle Ages |
Elizabeth O'Neill |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
A short study examining the historical framework of England from the period of the Norman Conquest to the end of the fifteenth century.\nThe period from the Norman Conquest to the end of the fifteenth century may be conveniently and aptly labelled "Mediæval". Rich and varied as were the phases of its life, it has a certain homogeneity which marks it clearly off from the days before the Conquest and from the Tudor period. (- From the Preface)\n\n |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/england-in-the-middle-ages-by-elizabeth-oneill/ |
short study examining historical framework england period norman conquest end fifteenth century period norman conquest end fifteenth century may conveniently aptly labelled mediæval rich varied phases life certain homogeneity marks clearly days conquest tudor period preface |
| 13236 |
13229 |
14002 |
Byzantine Empire |
Edward Foord |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
A concise and comprehensive guide to the Byzantine empire from Constantine to its dissolution. Foord explores in an accessible manner why it was important to history, the significance of noteworthy events, and how it eventually fell. While sometimes describing the experience of the everyday people, he mainly focuses on the wars and policies of Byzantine emperors. (Summary by Elsie Selwyn) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-byzantine-empire-by-edward-foord/ |
concise comprehensive guide byzantine empire constantine dissolution foord explores accessible manner important history significance noteworthy events eventually fell sometimes describing experience everyday people mainly focuses wars policies byzantine emperors summary elsie selwyn |
| 13237 |
13230 |
14003 |
Little Freckled Person: A Book of Child Verse |
Mary Carolyn Davies |
Poetry |
Here is a delightful collection of short verses for children by Mary Carolyn Davies. Seeing the world through child-like imagination, these light-hearted poems are of trains, fishing, gardening, fairies and so much more. - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-freckled-person-a-book-of-child-verse-by-mary-carolyn-davies/ |
delightful collection short verses children mary carolyn davies seeing world child like imagination light hearted poems trains fishing gardening fairies much more summary sweethome |
| 13238 |
13231 |
14004 |
Women of the American Revolution Volume 1 |
Elizabeth F. Ellet |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Excerpt from Preface: Their patriotic sacrifices were made with an enthusiasm that showed the earnest spirit ready on every occasion to appear in generous acts. Some gave their own property, and went from house to house to solicit contributions for the army. Colors were embroidered by fair hands, and presented with the charge never to desert them; and arms and ammunition were provided by the same liberal zeal. They formed themselves into associations renouncing the use of teas, and other imported luxuries, and engaging to card, spin, and weave their own clothing. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-women-of-the-american-revolution-vol1-by-elizabeth-f-ellet/ |
excerpt preface patriotic sacrifices made enthusiasm showed earnest spirit ready every occasion appear generous acts gave property went house house solicit contributions army colors embroidered fair hands presented charge never desert them arms ammunition provided liberal zeal formed associations renouncing use teas imported luxuries engaging card spin weave clothing |
| 13239 |
13232 |
14005 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 15: Esdras |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El libro de Esdras comienza donde termina 2 Crónicas. Según lo profetizado por Isaías, el rey Ciro de Persia envió a los exiliados, dirigidos por Zorobabel, de regreso a Jerusalén en 538 b.c. (Persia había derrotado a Babilonia en 539). A pesar de la oposición de los habitantes no judíos de Judea, y luego de que los profetas, Hageo y Zacarías los alentaron, el templo fue reconstruido en 515. Luego, en 458, Ezra lideró la segunda de las tres oleadas de exiliados que regresaban. Cuando Esdras llegó, la gente había caído nuevamente en pecado. Esdras predicó la Palabra de Dios y la gente se arrepintió. Esdras tuvo éxito porque la mano de Dios estaba sobre él. Este libro, tal vez escrito por el mismo Esdras, muestra el poder de Dios y la fidelidad de Su pacto, ablandando incluso el corazón de reyes paganos para lograr Sus propósitos redentores.<br><br>\n\nEnglish Translation:<BR>\nThe book of Ezra begins where 2 Chronicles ends. As prophesied by Isaiah, King Cyrus of Persia sent the exiles, led by Zerubbabel, back to Jerusalem in 538 b.c. (Persia had defeated Babylon in 539). Despite the opposition of the non-Jewish inhabitants of Judea, and after the prophets, Haggai and Zechariah encouraged them, the temple was rebuilt in 515. Then, in 458, Ezra led the second of the three waves of returning exiles . When Ezra arrived, the people had fallen back into sin. Ezra preached the Word of God and the people repented. Ezra was successful because the hand of God was upon him. This book, perhaps written by Ezra himself, shows the power of God and the faithfulness of His covenant, softening even the hearts of pagan kings to achieve His redemptive purposes. - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/esdras-by-reina-valera/ |
el libro de esdras comienza donde termina 2 crónicas según lo profetizado por isaías el rey ciro de persia envió los exiliados dirigidos por zorobabel de regreso jerusalén en 538 b c persia había derrotado babilonia en 539 pesar de la oposición de los habitantes judíos de judea luego de que los profetas hageo zacarías los alentaron el templo fue reconstruido en 515 luego en 458 ezra lideró la segunda de las tres oleadas de exiliados que regresaban cuando esdras llegó la gente había caído nuevamente en pecado esdras predicó la palabra de dios la gente se arrepintió esdras tuvo éxito porque la mano de dios estaba sobre él este libro tal vez escrito por el mismo esdras muestra el poder de dios la fidelidad de su pacto ablandando incluso el corazón de reyes paganos para lograr sus propósitos redentores br br english translation br book ezra begins 2 chronicles ends prophesied isaiah king cyrus persia sent exiles led zerubbabel back jerusalem 538 b c persia defeated babylon 539 despite opposition non jewish inhabitants judea prophets haggai zechariah encouraged them temple rebuilt 515 then 458 ezra led second three waves returning exiles ezra arrived people fallen back sin ezra preached word god people repented ezra successful hand god upon him book perhaps written ezra himself shows power god faithfulness covenant softening even hearts pagan kings achieve redemptive purposes summary claudia r barrett |
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13233 |
14007 |
Amphibians and Reptiles in Captivity |
Robert N Bader |
Animals, Nature, Life Sciences |
In recent years the number of people interested in keeping amphibians and reptiles in captivity has grown rapidly. All too often, these same people have little knowledge of the proper care needed for their captives, nor do they know where to turn in order to learn the needs of their animals.\nIt is the intent of the authors of this special issue to offer the proper information needed to successfully keep amphibians and reptiles in captivity. We are by no means THE experts on the subject, nor do we claim to cover all the facts. However, we do hope that enough information is furnished to answer most of the common questions asked by people.\n - Summary by Tom R. Johnson |
English |
1975 |
https://librivox.org/amphibians-and-reptiles-in-captivity-by-donald-j-coxwell/ |
recent years number people interested keeping amphibians reptiles captivity grown rapidly often people little knowledge proper care needed captives know turn order learn needs animals intent authors special issue offer proper information needed successfully keep amphibians reptiles captivity means experts subject claim cover facts however hope enough information furnished answer common questions asked people summary tom r johnson |
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13234 |
14008 |
Cartels Jungle |
Irving E. Cox, Jr. |
Science Fiction |
In most ideally conceived Utopias the world as it exists is depicted as a mushrooming horror of maladjustment, cruelty and crime. In this startlingly original short novel that basic premise is granted, but only to pave the way for an approach to Utopia over a highway of the mind so daringly unusual we predict you'll forget completely that you're embarking on a fictional excursion into the future by one of the most gifted writers in the field. And that forgetfulness will be accompanied by the startling realization that Irving E. Cox has a great deal more than a storyteller's magic to impart. |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-cartels-jungle-by-irving-e-cox-jr/ |
ideally conceived utopias world exists depicted mushrooming horror maladjustment cruelty crime startlingly original short novel basic premise granted pave way approach utopia highway mind daringly unusual predict forget completely embarking fictional excursion future one gifted writers field forgetfulness accompanied startling realization irving e cox great deal storyteller s magic impart |
| 13242 |
13235 |
14009 |
Man with the Hoe and Other Poems |
Edwin Markham |
Single author |
Edwin Markham was an American poet whose poems often drew attention to the laborers of the world and frequently expressed elements of faith. The Man with the Hoe, perhaps his best known poem, was written after seeing a painting of the same name by the French artist Millet, who also depicted working men and women in rural settings. Many of these poems were previously published in The Atlantic and other magazines. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-with-the-hoe-and-other-poems-by-edwin-markham/ |
edwin markham american poet whose poems often drew attention laborers world frequently expressed elements faith man hoe perhaps best known poem written seeing painting name french artist millet also depicted working men women rural settings many poems previously published atlantic magazines summary larry wilson |
| 13243 |
13236 |
14010 |
To S. M. A Young African Painter, On Seeing His Works |
Phillis Wheatley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of To S. M. A Young African Painter, On Seeing His Works.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 28, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThe Authoress, Phillis Wheatley, was a Negro Servant To Mr. John Wheatley, Of Boston, In New-England. She was the first published African-American female poet, Wheatley was emancipated (set free) shortly after the publication of her book. - Summary by wikipedia |
English |
1771 |
https://librivox.org/to-s-m-a-young-african-painter-on-seeing-his-works-by-phillis-wheatley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings s m young african painter seeing works br weekly poetry project april 28 2019 br br authoress phillis wheatley negro servant mr john wheatley boston new england first published african american female poet wheatley emancipated set free shortly publication book summary wikipedia |
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13255 |
14032 |
Tom and Some Other Girls: A Public School Story |
Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey |
Family Life, School |
Impetuous, self-centered Rhoda goes to boarding school and learns hard lessons. This is a story of recklessness and forgiveness. (Summary by JudiMason) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/tom-and-some-other-girls-by-mrs-george-de-horne-vaizey/ |
impetuous self centered rhoda goes boarding school learns hard lessons story recklessness forgiveness summary judimason |
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13237 |
14011 |
South American Republics, Part I |
Thomas Cleland Dawson |
Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
The question most frequently asked me since I began my stay in South America has been: "Why do they have so many revolutions there?" Possibly the events recounted in the following pages may help the reader to answer this for himself. I hope that he will share my conviction that militarism has already definitely disappeared from more than half the continent and is slowly becoming less powerful in the remainder. Constitutional traditions, inherited from Spain and Portugal, implanted a tendency toward disintegration; Spanish and Portuguese tyranny bred in the people a distrust of all rulers and governments; the war of independence brought to the front military adventurers; civil disorders were inevitable, and the search for forms of government that should be final and stable has been very painful. On the other hand, the generous impulse that prompted the movement toward independence has grown into an earnest desire for ordered liberty, which is steadily spreading among all classes. Civic capacity is increasing among the body of South Americans and immigration is raising the industrial level. They are slowly evolving among themselves the best form of government for their special needs and conditions.<br /><br />It is hard to secure from the tangle of events called South American history a clearly defined picture. At the risk of repetition I have tried to tell separately the story of each country, because each has its special history and its peculiar characteristics. All of these states have, however, had much in common and it is only in the case of the larger nations that social and political conditions have been described in detail. (Fragment of the Preface)<br /><br />See the original text for the bibliography and numerous illustrations. <br /><br /> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-south-american-republics-part-i-by-thomas-cleland-dawson/ |
question frequently asked since began stay south america been why many revolutions there possibly events recounted following pages may help reader answer himself hope share conviction militarism already definitely disappeared half continent slowly becoming less powerful remainder constitutional traditions inherited spain portugal implanted tendency toward disintegration spanish portuguese tyranny bred people distrust rulers governments war independence brought front military adventurers civil disorders inevitable search forms government final stable painful hand generous impulse prompted movement toward independence grown earnest desire ordered liberty steadily spreading among classes civic capacity increasing among body south americans immigration raising industrial level slowly evolving among best form government special needs conditions br br it hard secure tangle events called south american history clearly defined picture risk repetition tried tell separately story country special history peculiar characteristics states have however much common case larger nations social political conditions described detail fragment preface br br see original text bibliography numerous illustrations br br |
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13238 |
14012 |
Little Susy's Little Servants |
Elizabeth Prentiss |
Family, Religion |
“As Little Susy had a kind mamma to take care of her, you will, perhaps, wonder why God gave her also, a great many servants of her own. He gave her so many, that you might spend your whole life in reading about them. But I shall tell you of only a very few, and then you can ask your mamma to talk to you about the others. \nFor the little servants Susy had, you have, too.” - from the first chapter |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/little-susys-little-servants-by-elizabeth-prentiss/ |
as little susy kind mamma take care her will perhaps wonder god gave also great many servants own gave many might spend whole life reading them shall tell few ask mamma talk others little servants susy had have too first chapter |
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13239 |
14013 |
Quit Your Worrying! |
George Wharton James |
Health & Fitness, Christianity - Other |
<br />"People will worry, they do worry. What they want to know and need to learn is how to quit worrying. This I have attempted herein to show, with the full knowledge, however, that no one person's recipe can infallibly be used by any other person—so that, in reality, all I have tried to do is to set forth the means I have followed to teach myself the delightful lesson of serenity, of freedom from worry, and thereby to suggest to receptive minds a way by which they may possibly attain the same desirable end." - Summary by George Wharton James<br /><br /> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/quit-your-worrying-by-george-wharton-james/ |
br people worry worry want know need learn quit worrying attempted herein show full knowledge however one person s recipe infallibly used person so that reality tried set forth means followed teach delightful lesson serenity freedom worry thereby suggest receptive minds way may possibly attain desirable end summary george wharton james br br |
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13240 |
14014 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 19) - The Odyssey (Book 19) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία T' - Ὀδυσσέως καὶ Πηνελόπης ὁμιλία. Τὰ νίπτρα.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 19: Ulysses Converses with Penelope.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 19: Entretien d’Ulysse et de Pénélope. Euryclée reconnaît Ulysse.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-19-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία t ὀδυσσέως καὶ πηνελόπης ὁμιλία τὰ νίπτρα br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 19 ulysses converses penelope br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 19 entretien d ulysse et de pénélope euryclée reconnaît ulysse br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13241 |
14015 |
Culinary Herbs: Their Cultivation, Harvesting, Curing and Uses (Version 2) |
Maurice Grenville Kains |
Cooking |
Culinary Herbs may be regarded as the secret to preparing good food from antiquity to the the height of culinary art. Maurice Grenville Kains gives a thorough introduction the the subject considering the history of herbs, their cultivation and preparation. This is followed by detailed discussion of individual herbs from angelica to thyme. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/culinary-herbs-their-cultivation-harvesting-curing-and-uses-version-2-by-maurice-grenville-kains/ |
culinary herbs may regarded secret preparing good food antiquity height culinary art maurice grenville kains gives thorough introduction subject considering history herbs cultivation preparation followed detailed discussion individual herbs angelica thyme summary larry wilson |
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13242 |
14016 |
Puritanos Y Otros Cuentos |
Armando Palacio Valdés |
Short Stories |
Cuentos sobre sueños, pobreza, amor (o la falta de él), de un autor que también murió en la pobreza y el olvido. Summary by João Moura |
Spanish |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/los-puritanos-y-otros-cuentos-by-armando-palacio-valdes/ |
cuentos sobre sueños pobreza amor o la falta de él de un autor que también murió en la pobreza el olvido summary joão moura |
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13243 |
14018 |
Bee People |
Margaret Warner Morley |
Science |
"The Honey-bees are buzzy-fuzzy little pepper pots" Thus this wonderful nature writer begins to tell us about bees, their habits, their way of living and their many contributions to the world and to ourselves. The author writes for all ages and everyone can listen to and enjoy this book. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-bee-people-by-margaret-warner-morley/ |
the honey bees buzzy fuzzy little pepper pots thus wonderful nature writer begins tell us bees habits way living many contributions world ourselves author writes ages everyone listen enjoy book summary phil chenevert |
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13244 |
14019 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 11 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 11 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 16:14 - 18:23. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-11-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 11 commentary st john s gospel covers john 16 14 18 23 summary reader |
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13245 |
14020 |
Animal Story Book |
Various |
Children's Fiction |
Edited by Andrew Lang, this book is an anthology of interesting stories about a wide variety of diffferent animals collected from numerous sources. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-animal-story-book-by-various/ |
edited andrew lang book anthology interesting stories wide variety diffferent animals collected numerous sources summary elsie selwyn |
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13246 |
14021 |
Harry Heathcote of Gangoil |
Anthony Trollope |
Family Life, Historical Fiction |
Harry Heathcote is an English ‘squatter’ who runs a huge sheep station at Gangoil in Queensland, Australia. His wife Mary and her older sister Kate live with him. Giles Medlicott owns a sugar plantation and mill nearby. Two of Harry’s former disgruntled employees, with the aid of other disreputable neighbours the Brownbies, deliberately start a potentially disastrous fire on Harry’s land. Medlicott comes to Harry’s support and the book follows what happens thereafter. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/harry-heathcote-of-gangoil-by-anthony-trollope/ |
harry heathcote english squatter runs huge sheep station gangoil queensland australia wife mary older sister kate live him giles medlicott owns sugar plantation mill nearby two harry s former disgruntled employees aid disreputable neighbours brownbies deliberately start potentially disastrous fire harry s land medlicott comes harry s support book follows happens thereafter summary simon evers |
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13247 |
14022 |
Man's Rights; or, How Would You Like It?: Comprising Dreams |
Annie Denton Cridge |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Satire |
"Man's Rights; or, How Would You Like It?: Comprising Dreams" is the first known feminist utopian novel written by a woman. The text features nine dreams experienced by a first-person female narrator. In the first seven dreams, she visits the planet Mars, finding a society where traditional sex roles and stereotypes are reversed. The narrator witnesses the oppression of the men on Mars and their struggle for equality. In the last two dreams, the narrator visits a future United States ruled by a woman president. (Summary by Jeff Burke) |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/mans-rights-by-annie-denton-cridge/ |
man s rights or would like it comprising dreams first known feminist utopian novel written woman text features nine dreams experienced first person female narrator first seven dreams visits planet mars finding society traditional sex roles stereotypes reversed narrator witnesses oppression men mars struggle equality last two dreams narrator visits future united states ruled woman president summary jeff burke |
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13248 |
14023 |
20 Poemas Para Ser Leídos En El Tranvía |
Oliverio Girondo |
Poetry, Single author |
Después de viajar por España, Francia, Italia, el norte de África y Brasil, Oliverio Giraldo escribió "20 poemas para ser leídos en el tranvía". Estructurado en torno al Diario de viaje. - Resumen por Lucas Oliveira |
Spanish |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/20-poemas-para-ser-leidos-en-el-tranvia-by-oliverio-girondo/ |
después de viajar por españa francia italia el norte de áfrica brasil oliverio giraldo escribió 20 poemas para ser leídos en el tranvía estructurado en torno al diario de viaje resumen por lucas oliveira |
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13249 |
14024 |
Zone Policeman 88; A Close Range Study of the Panama Canal and Its Workers |
Harry A. Franck |
History , Memoirs |
Harry A. Franck was an American travel writer. After publishing <i>Vagabond Journey Around the World</i>, he spent 3 months in the Canal Zone of Panama as a census-taker and police officer. This work is a series of vignettes of the Panama Canal under construction, with plenty of color and dialect. NOTE: There are racial terms and attitudes expressed in this work that will be objectionable today. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/zone-policeman-88-by-harry-a-franck/ |
harry a franck american travel writer publishing i vagabond journey around world i spent 3 months canal zone panama census taker police officer work series vignettes panama canal construction plenty color dialect note racial terms attitudes expressed work objectionable today summary triciag |
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13250 |
14025 |
Wild Bird Guests |
Ernest Baynes |
*Non-fiction, Animals |
How to entertain them; with chapters on the destruction of birds, their economic and aesthetic values, suggestions for dealing with their enemies and on the organization and management of bird clubs. - book subtitle. Note: Because of its length and complexity, Mr. Kennard's "sub-chapter" in Chapter 8 entitled "Trees, Shrubs, and Vines Attractive to Birds" has been omitted, but of course is available at the Gutenberg address for this work. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/wild-bird-guests-by-ernest-baynes/ |
entertain them chapters destruction birds economic aesthetic values suggestions dealing enemies organization management bird clubs book subtitle note length complexity mr kennard s sub chapter chapter 8 entitled trees shrubs vines attractive birds omitted course available gutenberg address work |
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13251 |
14028 |
Famous Adventures And Prison Escapes Of The Civil War |
Various |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Modern (19th C) |
Seven narratives published in the late nineteenth century and assembled in this 1913 collection. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/famous-adventures-and-prison-escapes-of-the-civil-war-by-various/ |
seven narratives published late nineteenth century assembled 1913 collection summary david wales |
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13252 |
14029 |
Three Stories & Ten Poems |
Ernest Hemingway |
Published 1900 onward |
The author arranged for this collection of three short stories and ten poems to be printed in a small run of 300 copies in Dijon (France.) The book entered into the public domain in 2019. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/three-stories-ten-poems-by-ernest-hemingway/ |
author arranged collection three short stories ten poems printed small run 300 copies dijon france book entered public domain 2019 summary kevins |
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13253 |
14030 |
Penitent |
Edna St. Vincent Millay |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you12 recordings of The Penitent by Edna St. Vincent Millay.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 5, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA saucy little poem about a girl with a guilt free conscience! A very prolific poet and playwright, graduate of Vasser, known for her feminist activism, Edna St. Vincent received the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1923, the third woman to win the award. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-penitent-by-edna-st-vincent-millay/ |
librivox volunteers bring you12 recordings penitent edna st vincent millay br weekly poetry project may 5 2019 br br saucy little poem girl guilt free conscience prolific poet playwright graduate vasser known feminist activism edna st vincent received pulitzer prize poetry 1923 third woman win award summary michele fry |
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13254 |
14031 |
Double Sestina - Ye Goatherd Gods |
Sir Philip Sidney |
Poetry, Ballads |
LibriVox volunteers bring you recordings of Double Sestina - Ye Goatherd Gods by Phillip Sidney.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 5, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nPoem is included in the book "Countesse of Pembroke's Arcadia" Ye Goatherd Gods" depicts the sorrows of two shepherds who love the same woman. She has left them both, however, and the two shepherds are dejected and heartbroken. They appeal to the gods, to nature, and to the heavens in their angst, and everything they see is altered because of their sorrows. The poem is hyperbolic and highly emotional, with the two speakers engaged in a traditional pastoral singing match.\nAlternatively its stanzas are the lamentations of two broken hearted goatherds who pine after the goddess Urania, who was one of the nine Greek Muses, the muse of astronomy and Astrology.\nA sestina is a fixed verse form consisting of six stanzas of six lines each, normally followed by a three-line envoi. The words that end each line of the first stanza are used as line endings in each of the following stanzas, rotated in a set pattern with all six words appearing in the closing three-line envoi. The six key words in this poem are:\nmountaines;\nvallies;\nforrests;\nmusique;\nmorning;\nevening.\n\nThis is a DOUBLE sestina with 12 stanzas instead of 6. ( Summary by William Jones ) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/double-sestina-ye-goatherd-gods-by-sir-philip-sidney/ |
librivox volunteers bring recordings double sestina ye goatherd gods phillip sidney br fortnightly poetry project may 5 2019 br br poem included book countesse pembroke s arcadia ye goatherd gods depicts sorrows two shepherds love woman left both however two shepherds dejected heartbroken appeal gods nature heavens angst everything see altered sorrows poem hyperbolic highly emotional two speakers engaged traditional pastoral singing match alternatively stanzas lamentations two broken hearted goatherds pine goddess urania one nine greek muses muse astronomy astrology sestina fixed verse form consisting six stanzas six lines each normally followed three line envoi words end line first stanza used line endings following stanzas rotated set pattern six words appearing closing three line envoi six key words poem are mountaines vallies forrests musique morning evening double sestina 12 stanzas instead 6 summary william jones |
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13256 |
14033 |
Ruffles and Danny, or the Responsibilty of Ruffles |
Margery Watson |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
A nice little story about a widower, his 18-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son, and their vacation from their home in Colorado to the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. There they meet some friendly locals, and... the story continues.<br />\nThe reader picked up this book at a thrift store, saw it was out of copyright, and recorded it "sight unseen". It was worth the risk. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/ruffles-and-danny-or-the-responsibilty-of-ruffles-by-margery-watson/ |
nice little story widower 18 year old daughter 5 year old son vacation home colorado shores cape cod massachusetts meet friendly locals and story continues br reader picked book thrift store saw copyright recorded sight unseen worth risk summary triciag |
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13257 |
14035 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 21: Eclesiastés o El Predicador |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
Eclesiastés o El Predicador contiene las reflexiones de un anciano, el "Predicador", cuando considera la cuestión del significado de la vida. El predicador mira hacia atrás y ve la futilidad ("vanidad") de perseguir incluso las cosas buenas que esta vida puede ofrecer, incluyendo la sabiduría, el trabajo, el placer y la riqueza. Aún cuando tales cosas satisfacen por un tiempo, la muerte seguramente terminará con esa satisfacción. De hecho, el juicio de Dios sobre Adán por su pecado (Génesis 3:17-19) hace eco a través del libro. Sin embargo, la persona que vive en el temor del Señor puede disfrutar de los buenos dones de Dios. El predicador exhorta a los jóvenes a recordar a su Creador cuando aún tienen sus vidas enteras por delante (12:1). Tradicionalmente, los intérpretes de Eclesiastés han identificado al "Predicador" a quien también se le llama "el hijo de David, rey en Jerusalén" (1:1) como Salomón. Se estima que fue escrito durante el décimo siglo antes de Cristo.<br><br>English translation:Ecclesiastes or The Preacher contains the reflections of an elder, the "Preacher", when he considers the question of the meaning of life. The preacher looks back and sees the futility ("vanity") of pursuing even the good things this life can offer, including wisdom, work, pleasure and wealth. Even when such things satisfy for a time, death will surely end with that satisfaction. In fact, God's judgment on Adam for his sin (Genesis 3:17-19) echoes through the book. However, the person who lives in the fear of the Lord can enjoy the good gifts of God. The preacher exhorts the young to remember their Creator when they still have their whole lives ahead (12:1). Traditionally, the interpreters of Ecclesiastes have identified the "Preacher" who is also called "the son of David, king in Jerusalem" (1:1) as Solomon. It is estimated that it was written during the tenth century before Christ. Summary by Claudia R Barrett. |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/eclesiastes-by-reina-valera/ |
eclesiastés el predicador contiene las reflexiones de un anciano el predicador cuando considera la cuestión del significado de la vida el predicador mira hacia atrás la futilidad vanidad de perseguir incluso las cosas buenas que esta vida puede ofrecer incluyendo la sabiduría el trabajo el placer la riqueza aún cuando tales cosas satisfacen por un tiempo la muerte seguramente terminará con esa satisfacción de hecho el juicio de dios sobre adán por su pecado génesis 3 17 19 hace eco través del libro sin embargo la persona que vive en el temor del señor puede disfrutar de los buenos dones de dios el predicador exhorta los jóvenes recordar su creador cuando aún tienen sus vidas enteras por delante 12 1 tradicionalmente los intérpretes de eclesiastés han identificado al predicador quien también se le llama el hijo de david rey en jerusalén 1 1 como salomón se estima que fue escrito durante el décimo siglo antes de cristo br br english translation ecclesiastes preacher contains reflections elder preacher considers question meaning life preacher looks back sees futility vanity pursuing even good things life offer including wisdom work pleasure wealth even things satisfy time death surely end satisfaction fact god s judgment adam sin genesis 3 17 19 echoes book however person lives fear lord enjoy good gifts god preacher exhorts young remember creator still whole lives ahead 12 1 traditionally interpreters ecclesiastes identified preacher also called the son david king jerusalem 1 1 solomon estimated written tenth century christ summary claudia r barrett |
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13258 |
14036 |
Life and Adventures of Chanticleer, the Intelligent Rooster. An interesting story in verse for children |
Unknown |
Poetry |
This is the story of an intelligent, upright and generous rooster named Chanticleer. We follow his life from birth to death in this story written in verse. The story recounts his adventures during his childhood, his studies and his travels. He becomes a father and grandfather and tries to impart his wisdom to the next generation. - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-chanticleer-the-intelligent-rooster-an-interesting-story-in-verse-for-children-by-unknown/ |
story intelligent upright generous rooster named chanticleer follow life birth death story written verse story recounts adventures childhood studies travels becomes father grandfather tries impart wisdom next generation summary sweethome |
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13259 |
14037 |
Dred, A Tale of the Great Dismal Swamp |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
This is Stowe's second book, another one depicting the horrors of southern slavery, published 4 years after Uncle Tom's Cabin and 5 years before the commencement of the Civil War, when new territories wanting admittance into the US (Texas, Oklahoma, name the states), were vying to become slave states, threatening to spread the heinous system. While a work of fiction, the book successfully documents the horrors of the slave system, and depicts how some slaves escaped into the Dismal Swamp (a real place spreading over a million acres in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina), where they often lived for years hiding from their pursuers, often in community. Dred, one of Stowe's most unusual heroic characters, proclaims his mission as follows: ". . .the burden of the Lord is upon me . . . to show unto this people their iniquity, and be a sign unto this evil nation!'" The book depicts that slaves were not all passive victims, as so often portrayed, and had many white sympathizers, but all were caught in the grips of a legal system so stacked against them that nobody could overturn it without threats to life and limb. The book was welcomed by the anti-slavery movement in Europe as well as in America, and helped move the needle of sympathy to finally overthrowing the system. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/dred-a-tale-of-the-great-dismal-swamp-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
stowe s second book another one depicting horrors southern slavery published 4 years uncle tom s cabin 5 years commencement civil war new territories wanting admittance us texas oklahoma name states vying become slave states threatening spread heinous system work fiction book successfully documents horrors slave system depicts slaves escaped dismal swamp a real place spreading million acres southeastern virginia northeastern north carolina often lived years hiding pursuers often community dred one stowe s unusual heroic characters proclaims mission follows the burden lord upon show unto people iniquity sign unto evil nation book depicts slaves passive victims often portrayed many white sympathizers caught grips legal system stacked nobody could overturn without threats life limb book welcomed anti slavery movement europe well america helped move needle sympathy finally overthrowing system summary michele fry |
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13260 |
14039 |
Rational Theology and Christian Philosophy volume 2 |
John Tulloch |
Early Modern, Early Modern, Christianity - Biographies |
In this second volume of his work on English rational theology in the seventeenth century, Tulloch describes the lives and works of the group of theologians known as the Cambridge Platonists. - Summary by Barry Ganong |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/rational-theology-and-christian-philosophy-volume-2-by-john-tulloch/ |
second volume work english rational theology seventeenth century tulloch describes lives works group theologians known cambridge platonists summary barry ganong |
| 13268 |
13261 |
14040 |
Prince or Chauffeur? A Story of Newport |
Lawrence Perry |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
Newport, of course, means aristocratic families and naval adventures. In this tale, we wonder if the heiress will actually marry the Russian prince, who is of questionable character, or the chauffeur, who would certainly be beneath her station, but maybe there's more to the stories of each of our wooers. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/prince-or-chauffeur-a-story-of-newport-by-lawrence-perry/ |
newport course means aristocratic families naval adventures tale wonder heiress actually marry russian prince questionable character chauffeur would certainly beneath station maybe there s stories wooers |
| 13269 |
13262 |
14041 |
Inscription For A Stone |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Inscription For A Stone by William Cowper.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 12, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nINSCRIPTION FOR A STONE\nErected at the sowing of a grove of oaks at Chillington, the Seat of T. Giffard, Esq, 1790 (Poem Title) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/inscription-for-a-stone-by-william-cowper/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings inscription stone william cowper br weekly poetry project may 12 2019 br br inscription stone erected sowing grove oaks chillington seat t giffard esq 1790 poem title |
| 13270 |
13263 |
14042 |
Martin Luther |
Carl E. Koppenhaver |
Biography & Autobiography, History , Christianity - Biographies |
This short, engaging volume summarizes the life of a priest who, intending to spark a lively academic debate by nailing 95 theses on a church door, unwittingly sets the continent aflame with the 1517 Reformation of the Catholic Church. - Summary by Elyse J. Wood |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/martin-luther-by-carl-e-koppenhaver/ |
short engaging volume summarizes life priest who intending spark lively academic debate nailing 95 theses church door unwittingly sets continent aflame 1517 reformation catholic church summary elyse j wood |
| 13271 |
13264 |
14043 |
History of Philosophy |
William Turner |
Philosophy |
The History of Philosophy is the exposition of philosophical opinions and of systems and schools of philosophy. It includes the study of the lives of philosophers, the inquiry into the mutual connection of schools and systems of thought, and the attempt to trace the course of philosophical progress. Topics covered include Ancient Philosophy (Babylon, China, India, Egypt, Greece and Rome) Christian Era Philosophy (St. Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, William of Ockam) and Modern Philosophy (including Descartes, Spinoza, Kant and Hegel.) (Summary by Beth Thomas and the Introduction) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-philosophy-by-william-turner/ |
history philosophy exposition philosophical opinions systems schools philosophy includes study lives philosophers inquiry mutual connection schools systems thought attempt trace course philosophical progress topics covered include ancient philosophy babylon china india egypt greece rome christian era philosophy st anselm thomas aquinas william ockam modern philosophy including descartes spinoza kant hegel summary beth thomas introduction |
| 13272 |
13265 |
14044 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 066 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-066-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
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13266 |
14045 |
Little Jack Rabbit and the Squirrel Brothers |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. This is the third of the Little Jack Rabbit books. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/little-jack-rabbit-and-the-squirrel-brothers-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series third little jack rabbit books summary larry wilson |
| 13274 |
13267 |
14046 |
Little Wanderers |
Margaret Warner Morley |
Science |
This book discusses a great variety of plants and their seeds in a simple, yet interesting way that children will enjoy. As the books says, "Plants are great travelers; they often wander far and wide. Sometimes they even cross the ocean and take up their abode in a new land.” The importance of why seeds “travel” and the various means by which they move are investigated. ( SweetHome) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/little-wanderers-by-margaret-warner-morley/ |
book discusses great variety plants seeds simple yet interesting way children enjoy books says plants great travelers often wander far wide sometimes even cross ocean take abode new land importance seeds travel various means move investigated sweethome |
| 13275 |
13268 |
14047 |
Story of the French Revolution |
Ernest Belfort Bax |
History |
Preface Excerpt: "The following sketch of the course of the French Revolution was originally published during 1889 in serial form in "Justice," the weekly organ of the Social Democratic Federation. It has been revised, corrected, and, in some parts, added to, for the present re-issue. It need scarcely be said that it in no way pretends to be a complete history of the great political, social, and intellectual movement it describes. The present volume is designed primarily as a guide to those who, not having the time to study larger works on the subject, yet wish during these centennial years to have in a small compass a connected description of the main events of the French Revolution, more especially from the point of view of modern Socialism." - Summary by Celine Major</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-the-french-revolution-by-ernest-belfort-bax/ |
preface excerpt the following sketch course french revolution originally published 1889 serial form justice weekly organ social democratic federation revised corrected and parts added to present re issue need scarcely said way pretends complete history great political social intellectual movement describes present volume designed primarily guide who time study larger works subject yet wish centennial years small compass connected description main events french revolution especially point view modern socialism summary celine major p |
| 13276 |
13269 |
14048 |
Book of All Power |
Edgar Wallace |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
The Book of All Power by Edgar Wallace is set in London at the beginning, and then the action moves to Russia. The story covers the period from 1910 to 1919 during which the Russian Revolution takes place and this results in drastic changes to Russian society. This book could be described as a romantic adventure story and the main characters are a weird assortment - Malcolm Hay, a young Englishman, a beautiful Grand Duchess of the Russian Aristocracy, a Russian general, a Jewish bookbinder, and an American sharp shooter. Much happens, and the Russian characters, heavily influenced by their religion and politics, provide a fascinating insight into the mind of the Russian people, aristocrats and peasants, and all those in between. - Summary by Peter Thomlinson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-all-power-by-edgar-wallace/ |
book power edgar wallace set london beginning action moves russia story covers period 1910 1919 russian revolution takes place results drastic changes russian society book could described romantic adventure story main characters weird assortment malcolm hay young englishman beautiful grand duchess russian aristocracy russian general jewish bookbinder american sharp shooter much happens russian characters heavily influenced religion politics provide fascinating insight mind russian people aristocrats peasants between summary peter thomlinson |
| 13277 |
13270 |
14049 |
Travel Collection: Short Non-fiction |
Various |
Travel & Geography |
A collection of short, non-fiction travel memoirs or guides written in, or translated into, English. Material covered might be a museum, a village or town, or a particular voyage or train journey, or other travelogues of potential interest to listeners. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/travel-collection-short-non-fiction-by-various/ |
collection short non fiction travel memoirs guides written in translated into english material covered might museum village town particular voyage train journey travelogues potential interest listeners summary kevins |
| 13278 |
13324 |
14112 |
Magic Wand |
Tudor Jenks |
Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Single Author Collections |
Three short children's fantasy stories. The stories are light and humorous and can spark a child's imagination. Part of a six-volume set. - Summary by Gillian Hendrie</p> |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-magic-wand-by-tudor-jenks/ |
three short children s fantasy stories stories light humorous spark child s imagination part six volume set summary gillian hendrie p |
| 13279 |
13271 |
14050 |
On the Yukon Trail |
Roy J. Snell |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction |
Curlie Carson and Joe Marion are chasing a radio outlaw across the frozen Alaska territory. It should be a simple dogsled trip, especially with hints from the mysterious “whisperer.” But wolves, blizzards, reindeer rustlers, and more say otherwise. Can the boys safely cross treacherous sea ice, capture the outlaw, and rescue a stranded arctic expedition? Maybe. Maybe not. Listen and find out. - Summary by Tom Penn |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-yukon-trail-by-roy-j-snell/ |
curlie carson joe marion chasing radio outlaw across frozen alaska territory simple dogsled trip especially hints mysterious whisperer wolves blizzards reindeer rustlers say otherwise boys safely cross treacherous sea ice capture outlaw rescue stranded arctic expedition maybe maybe not listen find out summary tom penn |
| 13280 |
13272 |
14051 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 25: Lamentaciones de Jeremías |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El libro de Lamentaciones se compone de cinco poemas, cada uno de los cuales es una expresión de dolor por la caída de Jerusalén. Como en los funerales, estos lamentos están destinados a llorar una pérdida. En este caso, la pérdida de una nación. La segunda mitad del capítulo 3 implica que el propósito detrás de las representaciones gráficas de Lamentaciones de dolor y sufrimiento era producir esperanza en el Dios cuya compasión es "nueva cada mañana", y cuya fidelidad es grande incluso para un pueblo que ha sido condenado por su propia infidelidad. Las lamentaciones probablemente fueron escritas poco después de la caída de Jerusalén en 586 a. C. El autor, aunque no está identificado en el libro, puede ser el profeta Jeremías, de quien se dice que "expresó un lamento por Josías" (2 Crónicas 35:25).\n \n---- English Translation:\n\nThe book of Lamentations is composed of five poems, each of which is an expression of pain for the fall of Jerusalem. Like an eulogy at a funeral, these laments are meant to mourn a loss. In this case, the loss of a nation. The second half of chapter 3 implies that the purpose behind the graphic representations of Lamentations of pain and suffering was to produce hope in the God whose compassion is "new every morning", and whose faithfulness is great even for a people who have been condemned by their own infidelity The lamentations were probably written shortly after the fall of Jerusalem in 586 a. C. The author, although not identified in the book, may be the prophet Jeremiah, who is said to have "expressed a lament for Josiah" (2 Chronicles 35:25).\n \n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/lamentaciones-by-reina-valera/ |
el libro de lamentaciones se compone de cinco poemas cada uno de los cuales es una expresión de dolor por la caída de jerusalén como en los funerales estos lamentos están destinados llorar una pérdida en este caso la pérdida de una nación la segunda mitad del capítulo 3 implica que el propósito detrás de las representaciones gráficas de lamentaciones de dolor sufrimiento era producir esperanza en el dios cuya compasión es nueva cada mañana cuya fidelidad es grande incluso para un pueblo que ha sido condenado por su propia infidelidad las lamentaciones probablemente fueron escritas poco después de la caída de jerusalén en 586 a c el autor aunque está identificado en el libro puede ser el profeta jeremías de quien se dice que expresó un lamento por josías 2 crónicas 35 25 english translation book lamentations composed five poems expression pain fall jerusalem like eulogy funeral laments meant mourn loss case loss nation second half chapter 3 implies purpose behind graphic representations lamentations pain suffering produce hope god whose compassion new every morning whose faithfulness great even people condemned infidelity lamentations probably written shortly fall jerusalem 586 a c author although identified book may prophet jeremiah said expressed lament josiah 2 chronicles 35 25 summary claudia r barrett |
| 13281 |
13273 |
14052 |
Historical Mysteries |
Andrew Lang |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, History |
Edited by Andrew Lang, Historical Mysteries is a collection of infamous unsolved mysteries from various points in history. |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/historical-mysteries-by-andrew-lang/ |
edited andrew lang historical mysteries collection infamous unsolved mysteries various points history |
| 13282 |
13274 |
14053 |
Empty House and Other Ghost Stories |
Algernon Blackwood |
Single Author Collections |
An anthology of short, chilling stories from Algernon Blackwood. They will make you start at noises in the night and wonder about your neighbors. These stories likely stem from Blackwood's investigations into haunted houses for the Psychical Research Society and reflect his fascination with the weird, occult and supernatural. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-empty-house-and-other-ghost-stories-by-algernon-blackwood/ |
anthology short chilling stories algernon blackwood make start noises night wonder neighbors stories likely stem blackwood s investigations haunted houses psychical research society reflect fascination weird occult supernatural summary lynne thompson |
| 13283 |
13275 |
14054 |
Primera epistola del Almirante don Cristóbal Colón dando cuenta de su gran descubrimiento |
Christopher Columbus |
Memoirs, Early Modern |
Uno de los primeros textos que escribió Cristóbal Colón en 1493 para informar y dar a conocer en Europa del éxito de su primer viaje. Esta epístola fue la segunda de este tipo que tuvo gran difusión por el continente, fue escrita en latín y publicada inicialmente en Roma, y estaba dirigida al tesorero del rey, Gabriel Sánchez. La trascendencia de este breve documento es indiscutible pues constituye un testimonio muy especial a nivel histórico y antropológico: nos descubre las primeras impresiones de los expedicionarios europeos en su contacto con lo que se denominó "Nuevo Mundo" y que cambiaría para siempre la Historia de la Humanidad. - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/primera-epistola-del-almirante-don-cristobal-colon-dando-cuenta-de-su-gran-descubrimiento-by-christopher-columbus/ |
uno de los primeros textos que escribió cristóbal colón en 1493 para informar dar conocer en europa del éxito de su primer viaje esta epístola fue la segunda de este tipo que tuvo gran difusión por el continente fue escrita en latín publicada inicialmente en roma estaba dirigida al tesorero del rey gabriel sánchez la trascendencia de este breve documento es indiscutible pues constituye un testimonio muy especial nivel histórico antropológico nos descubre las primeras impresiones de los expedicionarios europeos en su contacto con lo que se denominó nuevo mundo que cambiaría para siempre la historia de la humanidad summary epachuko |
| 13284 |
13276 |
14055 |
Vampiro |
Alexandre Dumas |
Gothic Fiction |
La dama pálida (Histoire de la Dame pâle), aquí traducido como El vampiro, pero también conocido como La bella vampirizada y El vampiro de los Cárpatos, es un relato corto de Alexandre Dumas escrito en 1849 como parte de su recopilación de cuentos de terror Les Mille et un fantômes (Los mil y un fantasmas), se trata de un relato de influencia fantástica y sombría, ambientado en el corazón de los montes Cárpatos y relacionado con vampirismo literario. Este relato está dividido en cuatro partes: Los montes Cárpatos, El castillo de Brankovan, Los dos hermanos y El monasterio de Hango. </br></br> \n'The Pale Lady' (1849) is one of Alexandre Dumas' most enduring short works: romantic, atmospheric, and very gothic. A good vampire read for those stormy nights. This novella about vampires takes place in the Carpathians Mountains during Russia's war with Poland. Two brothers fall in love with the same maiden, one is killed and comes back as the undead. Can the maiden be saved? ( Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/el-vampiro-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
la dama pálida histoire de la dame pâle aquí traducido como el vampiro pero también conocido como la bella vampirizada el vampiro de los cárpatos es un relato corto de alexandre dumas escrito en 1849 como parte de su recopilación de cuentos de terror les mille et un fantômes los mil un fantasmas se trata de un relato de influencia fantástica sombría ambientado en el corazón de los montes cárpatos relacionado con vampirismo literario este relato está dividido en cuatro partes los montes cárpatos el castillo de brankovan los dos hermanos el monasterio de hango br br the pale lady 1849 one alexandre dumas enduring short works romantic atmospheric gothic good vampire read stormy nights novella vampires takes place carpathians mountains russia s war poland two brothers fall love maiden one killed comes back undead maiden saved phileas fogg |
| 13285 |
13285 |
14064 |
Poems by Edward Thomas |
Edward Thomas |
Poetry, Single author |
\nBorn in 1878, Thomas published his first book when he was 18. Having married while still at university, he supported his family by writing articles and books, some in the form of what we might call slow travel writing, compiled on walks throughout England and Wales. He came to poetry late, encouraged by Robert Frost, and wrote 144 poems between 1914, and 1917 when he was killed, two years after enlisting, and shortly after arriving in France.\n\nHis poetic life coincided with WW1, and though not a war poet, his is the poetry of loss, of life as it would never be again. What is powerful to the English imagination is his depiction of the fragility of the English countryside. This is inseparable from his deep understanding of the longings and regrets of those who would die. Transience and mortality are at the heart of his work. This is true in one of the country’s favourite poems, to be found on this recording: Adlestrop. He is important to other poets in that, at his best, his poetry is quietly, sometimes coldly, conversational, with a slow beat that takes us with him as he thinks through from line to line, and wraps us in his vision of life and the natural world. (Summary by Judith Brennan) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-edward-thomas/ |
born 1878 thomas published first book 18 married still university supported family writing articles books form might call slow travel writing compiled walks throughout england wales came poetry late encouraged robert frost wrote 144 poems 1914 1917 killed two years enlisting shortly arriving france poetic life coincided ww1 though war poet poetry loss life would never again powerful english imagination depiction fragility english countryside inseparable deep understanding longings regrets would die transience mortality heart work true one country s favourite poems found recording adlestrop important poets that best poetry quietly sometimes coldly conversational slow beat takes us thinks line line wraps us vision life natural world summary judith brennan |
| 13286 |
13277 |
14056 |
Monitor and the Merrimac: Both sides of the story |
Samuel Greene |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
The American Civil War lasted four years, from 1861 to 1865. It included some iconic battles that have maintained enough interest to merit recounting the events in countless books. One such seminal battle was that of the USS Monitor versus the USS Merrimack, two ironclad ships, repurposed and redesigned to have a defensive advantage against conventional wooden war ships of the 19th century. The Monitor and the Merrimack faced off in a duel in the harbor at Hampton Roads, Virginia. The event represented the beginning of a new era of naval warfare. “The Monitor and the Merrimac” is a unique historical account of the first-hand experiences and perspectives of soldiers on each of the two ships. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-monitor-and-the-merrimac-both-sides-of-the-story-by-john-worden/ |
american civil war lasted four years 1861 1865 included iconic battles maintained enough interest merit recounting events countless books one seminal battle uss monitor versus uss merrimack two ironclad ships repurposed redesigned defensive advantage conventional wooden war ships 19th century monitor merrimack faced duel harbor hampton roads virginia event represented beginning new era naval warfare the monitor merrimac unique historical account first hand experiences perspectives soldiers two ships summary jeffery smith |
| 13287 |
13278 |
14057 |
His Memory |
Ring Lardner |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of His Memory by Ring Lardner.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 19, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAnother poem form Bib Ballads, a collection of poems about the author's son. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/his-memory-by-ring-lardner/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings memory ring lardner br weekly poetry project may 19 2019 br br another poem form bib ballads collection poems author s son summary david lawrence |
| 13288 |
13279 |
14058 |
Frozen Pirate (version 2) |
William Clark Russell |
Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Drawing on his own experience as a merchant seaman, Russell gives us the fictionalized narrative of one Paul Rodney who found an icebound vessel in the South Atlantic, while captaining a pirate ship. Russell has been hailed as the pre-eminent English writer of his ilk, compared to such American writers as Melville and Dana. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1867 |
https://librivox.org/the-frozen-pirate-version-2-by-william-clark-russell/ |
drawing experience merchant seaman russell gives us fictionalized narrative one paul rodney found icebound vessel south atlantic captaining pirate ship russell hailed pre eminent english writer ilk compared american writers melville dana summary lynne thompson |
| 13289 |
13280 |
14059 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 022 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English) as listed below. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. - Summary by ToddHW<br><br>\n1. Ancient Greek - Ἄστερες μὲν ἀμφὶ κάλαν σελάνναν [Asteres men amphi kalan selannan] - 0:42 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57390">Link to text</a><br>\nSappho (c. 630 - c. 570 BC)<br>\nkey words: poetry, fragment, moon, stars<br>\n<br>\n2. Czech - Smrt kmotřenka - 7:24<br>\n<a href=" https://archive.org/details/stoprostonrodn00erbeuoft/page/36">Link to text</a><br>\nKarel Jaromír Erben (1811-1870)<br>\nkey words: Slavic fairy tale<br>\n<br>\n3. Danish - Konen med æggene (en gammel historie sat i rim) - 2:33<br>\n<a href=" https://books.google.lu/books?id=4BBeAAAAcAAJ&hl=de&pg=PA92#v=onepage&q&f;=false">Link to text</a><br>\nH.C. Andersen (1805-1875)<br>\nkey words: poetry, funny, wishful thinking<br>\n<br>\n4. Esperanto - En la brikejo - 26:44<br>\n<a href=" http://anno.onb.ac.at/cgi-content/anno-buch?apm=0&aid=100042">Link to text</a><br>\nJózef Waśniewski (1858-1897)<br>\nkey words: one of the earliest short stories in Esperanto<br>\n<br>\n5. Esperanto - Vizito de la steloj sur la tero - 6:03 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8224">Link to text</a><br>\nFeliks Zamenhof (1868-1933)<br>\nkey words: Poetry<br>\n<br>\n6. Esperanto - La vojevodo - 4:05 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/files/8224/8224-h/8224-h.htm">Link to text</a><br>\nAdam Mickiewicz (1798-1855), translated by L. L. Zamenhof<br>\nkey words: Poetry, love, revenge, servant<br>\n<br>\n7. Italian (Roman dialect) - Er giudizzio univerzale - 1:21 <br>\n<a href=" https://archive.org/details/duecentosonetti01moragoog/page/n147">Link to text</a><br>\nGiuseppe Gioachino Belli (1791-1863)<br>\nkey words: end of the world; last judgment, Capella Sistina in popular verses<br>\n<br>\n8. Italian - Il mare canta - 1:15 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9642">Link to text</a><br>\nFerdinando Fontana (1850-1919)<br>\nkey words: nature, sea, romantic poetry<br>\n<br>\n9. Italian - Marzo 1821 - 5:05 <br>\n<a href=" https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57565">Link to text</a><br>\nAlessandro Manzoni (1785-1873)<br>\nkey words: A civil ode about the Austrian domination in Italy<br>\n<br>\n10. Italian - Gli ubriachi - 15:38 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57040">Link to text</a><br>\nSalvatore Di Giacomo (1860-1934)<br>\nkey words: racconto napoletano, ubriachezza, 800<br>\n<br>\n11. Japanese - こころ通はざる日に [Kokoro-kayo wa zaru-bi ni] - 0:55 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38697">Link to text</a><br>\nHaruo Sato (1892-1964)<br>\nkey words: Poetry, Melancholy, Japanese Aestheticism<br>\n<br>\n12. Luxembourgish - Zwê Bridder - 1:05 <br>\n<a href=" http://www.eluxemburgensia.lu/BnlViewer/view/index.html?lang=en#panel:pp|issue:2833780|page:154">Link to text</a><br>\nMichel Lentz (1820-1893)<br>\nkey words: poetry, funny and serious moments in life<br>\n<br>\n13. Old Tupi - Ave Marîa - 0:48 <br>\n<a href=" https://archive.org/details/catecismobrasili00ara/page/2">Link to text</a><br>\nAntônio de Araújo (1566-1632)<br>\nkey words: catechism, Holy Mary, Jesuits, Indigenous<br>\n<br>\n14. Polish – Czaty - 4:03 <br>\n<a href=" https://polona.pl/item/poezye-adama-mickiewicza-t-1,MzQ4MTY3/83/#info:metadata">Link to text</a><br>\nAdam Mickiewicz (1798-1855)<br>\nkey words: Poetry, love, revenge, servant<br>\n<br>\n15. Polish - Polowanie na wieloryby - 23:05 <br>\n<a href=" https://polona.pl/item/na-daleki-wschod-kartki-z-podrozy,ODc4NTU0NzA/254/#info:metadata">Link to text</a><br>\nWacław Sieroszewski (1858-1945)<br>\nkey words: opowiadanie, polowanie, wieloryby<br>\n<br>\n16. Portuguese - Lei Áurea ou Lei Imperial n.° 3.353 - 2:25 <br>\n<a href=" https://pt.wikisource.org/wiki/Lei_Áurea">Link to text</a><br>\nRodrigo Augusto da Silva (1833-1889)<br>\nkey words: Brazil, law, slavery, abolishment, escravidão, abolição<br>\n<br>\n17. Romanian - Câinele și Cățelul - 2:45 <br>\n<a href=" https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015070383685&view=1up&seq=393">Link to text</a><br>\nGrigore Alexandrescu (1810-1885)<br>\nkey words: Fable<br>\n<br>\n18. Romanian - El Zorab - 9:35 <br>\n<a href=" https://archive.org/details/baladeiidile00cogoog/page/n8">Link to text</a><br>\nGeorge Cosbuc (1866-1918)<br>\nkey words: Poetry<br>\n<br>\n19. Romanian - Lordul John\n2:46 <br>\n<a href=" https://archive.org/details/baladeiidile00cogoog/page/n8">Link to text</a><br>\nGeorge Cosbuc (1866-1918)<br>\nkey words: Poetry<br>\n<br>\n20. Romanian - Ursul și Lupul\n4:15 <br>\n<a href=" https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015070383685&view=1up&seq=419">Link to text</a><br>\nGrigore Alexandrescu (1810-1885)<br>\nkey words: Fable\n\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-022-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english listed below chosen recorded librivox volunteers summary toddhw br br 1 ancient greek ἄστερες μὲν ἀμφὶ κάλαν σελάνναν asteres men amphi kalan selannan 0 42 br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 57390 link text a br sappho c 630 c 570 bc br key words poetry fragment moon stars br br 2 czech smrt kmotřenka 7 24 br a href https archive org details stoprostonrodn00erbeuoft page 36 link text a br karel jaromír erben 1811 1870 br key words slavic fairy tale br br 3 danish konen med æggene en gammel historie sat rim 2 33 br a href https books google lu books id 4bbeaaaacaaj hl de pg pa92 v onepage q f false link text a br h c andersen 1805 1875 br key words poetry funny wishful thinking br br 4 esperanto en la brikejo 26 44 br a href http anno onb ac at cgi content anno buch apm 0 aid 100042 link text a br józef waśniewski 1858 1897 br key words one earliest short stories esperanto br br 5 esperanto vizito de la steloj sur la tero 6 03 br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 8224 link text a br feliks zamenhof 1868 1933 br key words poetry br br 6 esperanto la vojevodo 4 05 br a href http www gutenberg org files 8224 8224 h 8224 h htm link text a br adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 translated l l zamenhof br key words poetry love revenge servant br br 7 italian roman dialect er giudizzio univerzale 1 21 br a href https archive org details duecentosonetti01moragoog page n147 link text a br giuseppe gioachino belli 1791 1863 br key words end world last judgment capella sistina popular verses br br 8 italian il mare canta 1 15 br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 9642 link text a br ferdinando fontana 1850 1919 br key words nature sea romantic poetry br br 9 italian marzo 1821 5 05 br a href https www gutenberg org ebooks 57565 link text a br alessandro manzoni 1785 1873 br key words civil ode austrian domination italy br br 10 italian gli ubriachi 15 38 br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 57040 link text a br salvatore di giacomo 1860 1934 br key words racconto napoletano ubriachezza 800 br br 11 japanese こころ通はざる日に kokoro kayo wa zaru bi ni 0 55 br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 38697 link text a br haruo sato 1892 1964 br key words poetry melancholy japanese aestheticism br br 12 luxembourgish zwê bridder 1 05 br a href http www eluxemburgensia lu bnlviewer view index html lang en panel pp issue 2833780 page 154 link text a br michel lentz 1820 1893 br key words poetry funny serious moments life br br 13 old tupi ave marîa 0 48 br a href https archive org details catecismobrasili00ara page 2 link text a br antônio de araújo 1566 1632 br key words catechism holy mary jesuits indigenous br br 14 polish czaty 4 03 br a href https polona pl item poezye adama mickiewicza t 1 mzq4mty3 83 info metadata link text a br adam mickiewicz 1798 1855 br key words poetry love revenge servant br br 15 polish polowanie na wieloryby 23 05 br a href https polona pl item na daleki wschod kartki z podrozy odc4ntu0nza 254 info metadata link text a br wacław sieroszewski 1858 1945 br key words opowiadanie polowanie wieloryby br br 16 portuguese lei áurea ou lei imperial n 3 353 2 25 br a href https pt wikisource org wiki lei_áurea link text a br rodrigo augusto da silva 1833 1889 br key words brazil law slavery abolishment escravidão abolição br br 17 romanian câinele și cățelul 2 45 br a href https babel hathitrust org cgi pt id mdp 39015070383685 view 1up seq 393 link text a br grigore alexandrescu 1810 1885 br key words fable br br 18 romanian el zorab 9 35 br a href https archive org details baladeiidile00cogoog page n8 link text a br george cosbuc 1866 1918 br key words poetry br br 19 romanian lordul john 2 46 br a href https archive org details baladeiidile00cogoog page n8 link text a br george cosbuc 1866 1918 br key words poetry br br 20 romanian ursul și lupul 4 15 br a href https babel hathitrust org cgi pt id mdp 39015070383685 view 1up seq 419 link text a br grigore alexandrescu 1810 1885 br key words fable |
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Bible (Reina Valera) 26: Ezequiel |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
¡Este es un fascinante libro de profecía! Ezequiel, profeta y sacerdote, fue exiliado a Babilonia en 597 antes de Cristo. Su ministerio se extendió por al menos veintitrés años. El libro comienza con su primera visión dramática de la "apariencia" del Señor mismo. Ezequiel estaba muy consciente de la presencia y el poder de Dios en los asuntos humanos. Se dirigió a los exiliados y al pueblo que se había ido en Judá con mensajes de advertencia y juicio, prediciendo la caída de Jerusalén. Después de su caída, en 586, Ezequiel profetizó esperanza y seguridad para el pueblo de Judá, que entonces había perdido el enfoque del pacto de Dios, el templo en Jerusalén. Su visión del valle de los huesos secos en el cap. 37 es un cuadro clásico de la capacidad de Dios para infundir nueva vida a aquellos que están espiritualmente muertos!<br><br>\n \nEnglish Translation:<br>\n\nThis is a fascinating book of prophecy! Ezekiel, a prophet and priest, was exiled to Babylon in 597 B.C. His ministry extended for at least twenty-three years. The book begins with his first dramatic vision of the "likeness" of the Lord Himself. Ezekiel was very aware of the presence and power of God in human affairs. He addressed the exiles and the people left in Judah with messages of warning and judgment, predicting the fall of Jerusalem. After his fall in 586, Ezekiel prophesied hope and security for the people of Judah, who had then lost the focus of God's covenant, the temple in Jerusalem. His vision of the valley of dry bones in chapter 37 is a classic picture of God's ability to breathe new life into those who are spiritually dead!\n\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/ezequiel-by-reina-valera/ |
este es un fascinante libro de profecía ezequiel profeta sacerdote fue exiliado babilonia en 597 antes de cristo su ministerio se extendió por al menos veintitrés años el libro comienza con su primera visión dramática de la apariencia del señor mismo ezequiel estaba muy consciente de la presencia el poder de dios en los asuntos humanos se dirigió los exiliados al pueblo que se había ido en judá con mensajes de advertencia juicio prediciendo la caída de jerusalén después de su caída en 586 ezequiel profetizó esperanza seguridad para el pueblo de judá que entonces había perdido el enfoque del pacto de dios el templo en jerusalén su visión del valle de los huesos secos en el cap 37 es un cuadro clásico de la capacidad de dios para infundir nueva vida aquellos que están espiritualmente muertos br br english translation br fascinating book prophecy ezekiel prophet priest exiled babylon 597 b c ministry extended least twenty three years book begins first dramatic vision likeness lord himself ezekiel aware presence power god human affairs addressed exiles people left judah messages warning judgment predicting fall jerusalem fall 586 ezekiel prophesied hope security people judah lost focus god s covenant temple jerusalem vision valley dry bones chapter 37 classic picture god s ability breathe new life spiritually dead summary claudia r barrett |
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14061 |
Coffee Break Collection 20 -- Old Age |
Various |
Anthologies |
The Librivox Coffee Break Collections are themed anthologies, selected and read by Librivox readers. Each short piece is fifteen minutes long, or less -- perfect for coffee breaks, commutes and work outs. Essays, prose, fiction, non-fiction, poetry -- who knows what gems will be uncovered? In this collection, we explore old age -- grandparents, retirement, wisdom, decline. It is an opportunity to reflect on mortality and depth of experience. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-20-old-age-by-various/ |
librivox coffee break collections themed anthologies selected read librivox readers short piece fifteen minutes long less perfect coffee breaks commutes work outs essays prose fiction non fiction poetry knows gems uncovered collection explore old age grandparents retirement wisdom decline opportunity reflect mortality depth experience summary lynne thompson |
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14062 |
Life of Harriot Stuart |
Charlotte Lennox |
Published before 1800 |
The Life of Harriot Stuart, Written by Herself presents a complex and problematic view of self-creation in the eighteenth century. Within the novel, there is a constantly reoccurring theme of self-invention through fiction, which is echoed by the author's own use of the novel to shape her identity.\n\nPublished in December of 1750, Harriot Stuart gained critical praise as a successor of Richardson's Clarissa and by 1752, Charlotte Lennox had become a protégé of Johnson. Lennox's second novel reflects the influences of men like Richardson and Johnson. Their individual styles and commitments to moral and social education are evident in the arguments and plot of The Female Quixote.\n\nDespite these associations with the didactic tradition, Harriot Stuart's resemblance to it is only superficial. Although Harriot makes gestures toward repentance and acknowledgment of her faults, the work of the novel is not to redeem Harriot's coquetry through marriage, but rather allow her to control her own identity through the manipulation of language as both coquette and narrator.\n\nAs coquette, Harriot Stuart uses the language of courtship to manipulate the perceptions of her male admirers. The object of the male gaze, traditionally considered a passive role, is a site of empowerment for the coquette as she exploits it to create and re-create herself in society's eyes. As narrator, Harriot uses the telling of her courtship as a vehicle of self-invention. In controlling the telling of her own history, she in effect reconstructs her identity.\n\nLennox, who arrived at London in 1742 with no recorded past, also engages in this self-narration as author. The history that Lennox claims for herself parallels that of Harriot Stuart, whose fictional autobiography was accepted, with Lennox's implicit consent, as the author's own.\n\nThe implications of Lennox's choice of an American autobiography raise two questions. First, what exactly was American-ness in 1750 and what did it represent to Lennox specifically. Second, how did this American quality manifest itself within Harriot Stuart as both fiction and autobiography.\n\nThe particularly ambiguous relationship between author, narrator, and heroine in The Life of Harriot Stuart complicates the reader's interpretation of Harriot's character and lifestyle. Along with the implications of Harriot's invention of her identity as coquette and historian, are those of Lennox's own self-invention as author through genre, gender, and geography. |
English |
1750 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-harriot-stuart-by-charlotte-lennox/ |
life harriot stuart written presents complex problematic view self creation eighteenth century within novel constantly reoccurring theme self invention fiction echoed author s use novel shape identity published december 1750 harriot stuart gained critical praise successor richardson s clarissa 1752 charlotte lennox become protégé johnson lennox s second novel reflects influences men like richardson johnson individual styles commitments moral social education evident arguments plot female quixote despite associations didactic tradition harriot stuart s resemblance superficial although harriot makes gestures toward repentance acknowledgment faults work novel redeem harriot s coquetry marriage rather allow control identity manipulation language coquette narrator coquette harriot stuart uses language courtship manipulate perceptions male admirers object male gaze traditionally considered passive role site empowerment coquette exploits create re create society s eyes narrator harriot uses telling courtship vehicle self invention controlling telling history effect reconstructs identity lennox arrived london 1742 recorded past also engages self narration author history lennox claims parallels harriot stuart whose fictional autobiography accepted lennox s implicit consent author s own implications lennox s choice american autobiography raise two questions first exactly american ness 1750 represent lennox specifically second american quality manifest within harriot stuart fiction autobiography particularly ambiguous relationship author narrator heroine life harriot stuart complicates reader s interpretation harriot s character lifestyle along implications harriot s invention identity coquette historian lennox s self invention author genre gender geography |
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Punyalada. Novela Montanyenca |
Marian Vayreda |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction |
La novel·la narra l'enfrontament entre dos joves a l'Alta Garrotxa catalana de mitjans del segle XIX. El conflicte arrossega tota la comarca en un enfrontament civil dins la complicada i abrupta geografia pirinenca. L'Ibo, un personatge maliciós i violent, s'uneix a una partida de bandits itinerants, trabucaires romanents de les guerres carlines. L'Ibo acaba liderant el grup i segresta la Coralí, promesa de l'Albert, que és un modest hereu rural de caràcter més aviat moix i que era antic amic de malifetes de joventut. L'Albert i els seu companys s'alien amb el cap dels mossos d'esquadra per endegar una guerrilla sagnant en persecució del bandoler. A mesura que el conflicte s'allarga per la dificultat del terreny, que permet als trabucaires d'amagar-se o maniobrar per múltiples valls, cingles, boscos i masos remots, l'Albert ens explica el procés que el porta de l'abatiment a la desesperació i a la demència, incapaç de trobar un agafall entre una societat que és tan feréstega i ferotge com el paisatge i els animals que l'envolten. La història l'explica el mateix Albert en primera persona, en forma d'unes memòries que hauria compartit amb l'autor de la novel·la poc abans de morir. <br><br> \n\nThe novel narrates the confrontation between two young men in the Catalan Alta Garrotxa region during the mid-nineteenth century. The conflict drags the whole region into civil strife on the abrupt and bewildering Pyrenean geography. Ibo, a malicious and violent character, joins a pack of marauding bandits, trabucaires from the Carlist wars. Ibo ends up leading the group and kidnaps Coralí, the fiancée of Albert, a modest rural heir of a rather meek character who also was an old accomplice of misdeeds in their youth. Albert and his teammates ally themselves with the local police squadron to start a bloody guerrilla war in the pursuit of the bandits. As the conflict drags on due to the difficulty of the terrain, which allows trabucaires to hide themselves or maneuver through multiple valleys, cliffs, forests and remote farms, Albert tells us his own debasement from despondency to despair and into dementia, as he is unable to find a foothold amidst a society that is as wild and ferocious as the landscape and the animals that surround him. The story is narrated by Albert himself in the first person, in the form of memoirs that he would have shared with the author of the novel shortly before his own death. - Summary by Joan Pujolar |
Catalan |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/la-punyalada-novela-montanyenca-by-marian-vayreda/ |
la novel la narra l enfrontament entre dos joves l alta garrotxa catalana de mitjans del segle xix el conflicte arrossega tota la comarca en un enfrontament civil dins la complicada abrupta geografia pirinenca l ibo un personatge maliciós violent s uneix una partida de bandits itinerants trabucaires romanents de les guerres carlines l ibo acaba liderant el grup segresta la coralí promesa de l albert que és un modest hereu rural de caràcter més aviat moix que era antic amic de malifetes de joventut l albert els seu companys s alien amb el cap dels mossos d esquadra per endegar una guerrilla sagnant en persecució del bandoler mesura que el conflicte s allarga per la dificultat del terreny que permet als trabucaires d amagar se maniobrar per múltiples valls cingles boscos masos remots l albert ens explica el procés que el porta de l abatiment la desesperació la demència incapaç de trobar un agafall entre una societat que és tan feréstega ferotge com el paisatge els animals que l envolten la història l explica el mateix albert en primera persona en forma d unes memòries que hauria compartit amb l autor de la novel la poc abans de morir br br novel narrates confrontation two young men catalan alta garrotxa region mid nineteenth century conflict drags whole region civil strife abrupt bewildering pyrenean geography ibo malicious violent character joins pack marauding bandits trabucaires carlist wars ibo ends leading group kidnaps coralí fiancée albert modest rural heir rather meek character also old accomplice misdeeds youth albert teammates ally local police squadron start bloody guerrilla war pursuit bandits conflict drags due difficulty terrain allows trabucaires hide maneuver multiple valleys cliffs forests remote farms albert tells us debasement despondency despair dementia unable find foothold amidst society wild ferocious landscape animals surround him story narrated albert first person form memoirs would shared author novel shortly death summary joan pujolar |
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14113 |
In Italy with the 332nd Infantry |
Joseph L. Lettau |
War & Military, Memoirs |
A brief, personal recounting of the 332nd Infantry in World War I, including training in America, a brief billet in France, activities in Italy, and the return to America. Summary by KevinS |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/in-italy-with-the-332nd-infantry-by-joseph-l-lettau/ |
brief personal recounting 332nd infantry world war i including training america brief billet france activities italy return america summary kevins |
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14065 |
Tender Husband: or The Accomplished Fools |
Richard Steele |
Plays |
"The Tender Husband is, as a whole, very amusing; but unfortunately a second plot—alluded to in the title—is woven into the story which gives to the play its interest; and as this account of the manner in which the "tender husband" tries the faithfulness of a foolish wife by means of his mistress, disguised as a man, is unwholesome in tone and unnatural, it spoils what would otherwise be an excellent farcical comedy, and at the same time has no real connection with the rest of the play." (G.A.Aitkin from 1894) See if you agree. \n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSir Harry Gubbin, brother-in-law to Mr. Tipkin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nHumphry Gubbin, son of Sir Harry Gubbin, and suitor to Biddy Tipkin, his cousin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nMr. Tipkin, a banker, Biddy Tipkin's uncle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nClerimont, Sen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCapt. Clerimont, brother of Clerimont, Sen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nMr. Pounce, a lawyer, Fainlove's brother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs. Clerimont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nAunt (Mrs. Tipkin): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nNiece (Biddy Tipkin), Mr. Tipkin's niece: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12923">EmmaHatton</a><br>\nFainlove, mistress to Clerimont, Sen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nJenny, maid to Mrs. Clerimont: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13524">Lola Janie</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-tender-husband-or-the-accomplished-fools-by-richard-steele/ |
the tender husband is whole amusing unfortunately second plot alluded title is woven story gives play interest account manner tender husband tries faithfulness foolish wife means mistress disguised man unwholesome tone unnatural spoils would otherwise excellent farcical comedy time real connection rest play g a aitkin 1894 see agree summary toddhw br br cast list br sir harry gubbin brother in law mr tipkin a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br humphry gubbin son sir harry gubbin suitor biddy tipkin cousin a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br mr tipkin banker biddy tipkin s uncle a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br clerimont sen a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br capt clerimont brother clerimont sen a href https librivox org reader 13563 steven fellows a br mr pounce lawyer fainlove s brother a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs clerimont a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br aunt mrs tipkin a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br niece biddy tipkin mr tipkin s niece a href https librivox org reader 12923 emmahatton a br fainlove mistress clerimont sen a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br jenny maid mrs clerimont a href https librivox org reader 13524 lola janie a br boy a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br servant a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13287 |
14066 |
Doctor Johnson: A Play |
A. Edward Newton |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Plays |
The life of Doctor Johnson, told in his own words and (mostly) those of others around him. "Anyone with a teaspoonful of imagination can read this play with pleasure; with two teaspoonsful, I will not be responsible for results. He, or she, may be disappointed, for there is no plot to speak of. But there is talk - about as good talk as has ever been reported, and James Boswell as a reporter has never had an equal. (The Author)" - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nACT 1: <a href=""></a><br>\nMr. STEWART: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13489">James Thomas</a><br>\nMr. MAITLAND: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. MACBEAN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMr. LEVETT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13285">Mike Casey</a><br>\nDr. JOHNSON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nA VOICE (MACPHERSON'S): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nMr. BOSWELL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nA SERVANT (LORD CHESTERFIELD'S): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nMrs. WILLIAMS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nFRANK (DR. JOHNSON'S COLORED SERVANT): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMr. ALLEN: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMrs. WOFFINGTON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nBET FLINT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nPOLL CARMICHAEL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMrs. THRALE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\nACT 2: <a href=""></a><br>\nMrs. THRALE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nJUDSON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13403">Philip Watson</a><br>\nRATTLE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMiss BURNEY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMr. MURPHY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nSir JOSHUA REYNOLDS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMr. GARRICK: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDr. JOHNSON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nMr. THRALE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nDr. GOLDSMITH: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nGeneral PAOLI: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nMr. BOSWELL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nMiss MORE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nMiss STREATFIELD: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nMrs. DELANEY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMr. BARETTI: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12428">Pier</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\nACT 3: <a href=""></a><br>\nDr. JOHNSON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nA SERVANT (Dr. Johnson's): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nRATTLE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nMrs. THRALE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nMr. BOSWELL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nMr. BARCLAY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. PERKINS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMiss BURNEY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMiss THRALE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\nACT 4: <a href=""></a><br>\nDr. JOHNSON: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nFRANK (DR. JOHNSON'S COLORED SERVANT): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMrs. DESMOULINS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nMr. HOOLE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nMARY WOLLSTONECRAFT: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nSir JOSHUA REYNOLDS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMrs. SIDDONS: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nDr. BROCKLESBY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. WINDHAM: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMiss BURNEY: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMr. BURKE: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nYOUNG GIRL: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\nStage Directions and Editing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-johnson-a-play-by-a-edward-newton/ |
life doctor johnson told words mostly others around him anyone teaspoonful imagination read play pleasure two teaspoonsful responsible results he she may disappointed plot speak of talk good talk ever reported james boswell reporter never equal the author summary toddhw br br cast list br act 1 a href a br mr stewart a href https librivox org reader 13489 james thomas a br mr maitland a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr macbean a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mr levett a href https librivox org reader 13285 mike casey a br dr johnson a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br voice macpherson s a href https librivox org reader 13661 lynette caulkins a br mr boswell a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br servant lord chesterfield s a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br mrs williams a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br frank dr johnson s colored servant a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mr allen a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br mrs woffington a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br bet flint a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br poll carmichael a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mrs thrale a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br a href a br act 2 a href a br mrs thrale a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br judson a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br footman a href https librivox org reader 13403 philip watson a br rattle a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br miss burney a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mr murphy a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br sir joshua reynolds a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mr garrick a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br dr johnson a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br mr thrale a href https librivox org reader 13563 steven fellows a br dr goldsmith a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br general paoli a href https librivox org reader 13661 lynette caulkins a br mr boswell a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br miss more a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br miss streatfield a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br mrs delaney a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br mr baretti a href https librivox org reader 12428 pier a br a href a br act 3 a href a br dr johnson a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br servant dr johnson s a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br rattle a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br mrs thrale a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br mr boswell a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br mr barclay a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr perkins a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br miss burney a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br miss thrale a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br a href a br act 4 a href a br dr johnson a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br frank dr johnson s colored servant a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br mrs desmoulins a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br mr hoole a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br mary wollstonecraft a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br sir joshua reynolds a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br mrs siddons a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br dr brocklesby a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr windham a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br miss burney a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mr burke a href https librivox org reader 13563 steven fellows a br young girl a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br a href a br stage directions editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13288 |
14067 |
Match |
Algernon Charles Swinburne |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of A Match by Algernon Charles Swinburne.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 19, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAlgernon Charles Swinburne was an English poet, playwright, novelist, and critic. He wrote several novels and collections of poetry such as Poems and Ballads, and contributed to the famous Eleventh Edition of the Encyclopædia Britannica.<br>\n\nSwinburne wrote about many taboo topics, such as lesbianism, cannibalism, sado-masochism, and anti-theism. His poems have many common motifs, such as the ocean, time, and death. (Wikipedia)\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-match-by-algernon-charles-swinburne-2/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings match algernon charles swinburne br fortnightly poetry project may 19 2019 br br algernon charles swinburne english poet playwright novelist critic wrote several novels collections poetry poems ballads contributed famous eleventh edition encyclopædia britannica br swinburne wrote many taboo topics lesbianism cannibalism sado masochism anti theism poems many common motifs ocean time death wikipedia |
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14069 |
Demian, The Story of Emil Sinclair's Youth |
Hermann Hesse |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Somewhat autobiographical, this "coming of age" novel unfolds an introspective boy's formative years in pre-World War 1 Germany, from grade school through college. Hesse likens this confusing process to a giant bird struggling to break out of its egg (the protective shell of home, family, social norms), to be reborn as an individuated adult with his own goals, ideas and ideals. Much importance is given to dreams and their interpretation, Fate vs individual choice, Gnosticism (particularly the god Abraxas), opening up to one's unconsciousness, all showing the influence of Carl Jung's psychology. One of the book's major themes is the existence of opposing forces (good vs evil, society vs individualism, God vs Devil, etc.) and the idea that both are natural and necessary parts of the Whole. Adjacent themes are about puberty, sexuality, bullying, loneliness, mentorship, the divine feminine, psychic connections, questioning religious dogma, and the herd mentality.\nIt is also a story of one soldier’s experience on the battlefield of WWI, feeling part of and being willing to die for a cause outside ones own control.\nDue to its controversial themes, Demian was first published under the pseudonym "Emil Sinclair" (the narrator of the story) but Hesse was later revealed to be the author. - Summary by Michele Fry, Soloist |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/demian-the-story-of-emil-sinclairs-youth-by-hermann-hesse/ |
somewhat autobiographical coming age novel unfolds introspective boy s formative years pre world war 1 germany grade school college hesse likens confusing process giant bird struggling break egg the protective shell home family social norms reborn individuated adult goals ideas ideals much importance given dreams interpretation fate vs individual choice gnosticism particularly god abraxas opening one s unconsciousness showing influence carl jung s psychology one book s major themes existence opposing forces good vs evil society vs individualism god vs devil etc idea natural necessary parts whole adjacent themes puberty sexuality bullying loneliness mentorship divine feminine psychic connections questioning religious dogma herd mentality also story one soldier s experience battlefield wwi feeling part willing die cause outside ones control due controversial themes demian first published pseudonym emil sinclair the narrator story hesse later revealed author summary michele fry soloist |
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14070 |
Eunuchus: The Eunuch |
Terence |
Plays |
Another of the plays by Terence translated from the Latin by Riley. "A certain citizen of Athens had a daughter named Pamphila, and a son called Chremes. The former was stolen while an infant, and sold to a Rhodian merchant, who having made a present of her to a Courtesan of Rhodes, she brought her up with her own daughter Thais, who was somewhat older." (From Translator summary) \n\n<br> Hmmm, so kidnapping and slavery to start off; then there will be eunuchs and rape before the play ends. And it is a comedy?! Ah, well, it was 200BC. Times and opinions (thank goodness) have changed at least a bit since then.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLaches, an aged Athenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nPhædria, his son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br>\nChærea, his son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nAntipho, a young man, friend of Chærea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nChremes, a young man, brother of Pamphila: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10957">Owen Cook</a><br>\nThraso, a boastful Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nGnatho, a Parasite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nParmeno, servant of Phædria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSanga, cook to Thraso: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nDorus, a Eunuch slave: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nThais, a Courtesan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nPythias, her attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nDorias, her attendant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSophrona, a nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/eunuchus-the-eunuch-by-terence/ |
another plays terence translated latin riley a certain citizen athens daughter named pamphila son called chremes former stolen infant sold rhodian merchant made present courtesan rhodes brought daughter thais somewhat older from translator summary br hmmm kidnapping slavery start off eunuchs rape play ends comedy ah well 200bc times opinions thank goodness changed least bit since then summary toddhw br br cast list br laches aged athenian a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br phædria son a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br chærea son a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br antipho young man friend chærea a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br chremes young man brother pamphila a href https librivox org reader 10957 owen cook a br thraso boastful captain a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br gnatho parasite a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br parmeno servant phædria a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br sanga cook thraso a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br dorus eunuch slave a href https librivox org reader 13177 frédéric surget a br thais courtesan a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br pythias attendant a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br dorias attendant a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br sophrona nurse a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14071 |
Kalitan, Our Little Alaskan Cousin |
Mary F. Nixon-Roulet |
Children's Fiction |
Away up toward the frozen north lies the great peninsula, which the United States bought from the Russians, and thus became responsible for the native peoples from whom the Russians had taken the land. There are many kinds of people there, from Indians to Esquimos, and they are under the American Government, yet they have no votes and are not called American citizens. It is about this country and its people that this little story is written, and in the hope of interesting American girls and boys in these very strange people, their Little Alaskan Cousins. - Summary from the Preface |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/kalitan-our-little-alaskan-cousin-by-mary-f-nixon-roulet/ |
away toward frozen north lies great peninsula united states bought russians thus became responsible native peoples russians taken land many kinds people there indians esquimos american government yet votes called american citizens country people little story written hope interesting american girls boys strange people little alaskan cousins summary preface |
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13292 |
14072 |
Leatherface: A Tale of Old Flanders |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Historical Fiction |
A romantic, political adventure story set in the late 1500's, during the Spanish rule over the Netherlands, in the city of Ghent. Leatherface is an Orangist and emerges to lead the Ghent citizens to rebel and win back their freedom. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/leatherface-a-tale-of-old-flanders-by-baroness-orczy/ |
romantic political adventure story set late 1500 s spanish rule netherlands city ghent leatherface orangist emerges lead ghent citizens rebel win back freedom |
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13294 |
14075 |
War of the Worlds (Version 4) |
H. G. Wells |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
The War of the Worlds is a science fiction novel by English author H. G. Wells, first serialized in 1897 by Pearson's Magazine in the UK and by Cosmopolitan magazine in the US. The novel's first appearance in hardcover was in 1898 from publisher William Heinemann of London. Written between 1895 and 1897, it is one of the earliest stories to detail a conflict between mankind and an extraterrestrial race. The novel is the first-person narrative of both an unnamed protagonist in Surrey and of his younger brother in London as southern England is invaded by Martians. The novel is one of the most commented-on works in the science fiction canon. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-war-of-the-worlds-version-4-by-h-g-wells/ |
war worlds science fiction novel english author h g wells first serialized 1897 pearson s magazine uk cosmopolitan magazine us novel s first appearance hardcover 1898 publisher william heinemann london written 1895 1897 one earliest stories detail conflict mankind extraterrestrial race novel first person narrative unnamed protagonist surrey younger brother london southern england invaded martians novel one commented on works science fiction canon summary wikipedia |
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13295 |
14076 |
Fuel of Fire |
Ellen Thorneycroft Fowler |
Romance, Fantasy Fiction |
"Then was there war in the house of Baxendale. Guy had made up his mind to wed the fair daughter of the forester; while Sir Stephen and Dame Alice his wife had made up their minds — with equal firmness — that no son of their noble name should mate with a daughter of the people". A rumor started that the girl was a witch and so she was burned. However before she was burned she cursed the family who condemned her: <br> "First by the King, and then by the State, <br> And thirdly by that which is thrice as great <br> As these, and a thousandfold stronger and higher <br> Shall Baxendale Hall be made fuel of fire". <br> Ever since, the Baxendales cannot be truly happy, for they cannot have true love. What is life without love? They do their duty, rule over the land, but cannot be happy. Can the curse be lifted? Can a Baxendale experience true love? <br>This book is a protest against the prominent view of marriage at the time. Against the values of ambition and duty, and of course against social class. It offers a new way to look at marriage, the modern way of true love. A year after publishing this novel, the author, a daughter of a viscount, would marry a senior teacher at a navy school. Not someone from her own class. However the marriage was described as very happy. - Summary from the book's prolog with additions by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/fuel-of-fire-by-ellen-thorneycroft-fowler/ |
then war house baxendale guy made mind wed fair daughter forester sir stephen dame alice wife made minds equal firmness son noble name mate daughter people rumor started girl witch burned however burned cursed family condemned her br first king state br thirdly thrice great br these thousandfold stronger higher br shall baxendale hall made fuel fire br ever since baxendales cannot truly happy cannot true love life without love duty rule land cannot happy curse lifted baxendale experience true love br this book protest prominent view marriage time values ambition duty course social class offers new way look marriage modern way true love year publishing novel author daughter viscount would marry senior teacher navy school someone class however marriage described happy summary book s prolog additions stav nisser |
| 13304 |
13296 |
14077 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 030 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox. <br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/">gibt es hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-030-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a |
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13297 |
14078 |
Men Like Gods |
H. G. Wells |
Fantastic Fiction, Science Fiction |
In the summer of 1921, a disenchanted journalist escapes the rat race for a drive in the country. But Mr. Barnstaple's trip exceeds his expectations when he and other motorists are swept 3,000 years into the future. The inadvertent time travelers arrive in a world that corresponds exactly to Barnstaple's ideals: a utopian state, free of crime, poverty, war, disease, and bigotry. Unfettered by the constraints of government and organized religion, the citizens lead rich, meaningful lives, passed in pursuit of their creative fancies. Barnstaple's traveling companions, however, quickly contrive a scheme to remake the utopia in the image of their twentieth-century world. - Summary that was published with the book originally |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/men-like-gods-by-h-g-wells/ |
summer 1921 disenchanted journalist escapes rat race drive country mr barnstaple s trip exceeds expectations motorists swept 3 000 years future inadvertent time travelers arrive world corresponds exactly barnstaple s ideals utopian state free crime poverty war disease bigotry unfettered constraints government organized religion citizens lead rich meaningful lives passed pursuit creative fancies barnstaple s traveling companions however quickly contrive scheme remake utopia image twentieth century world summary published book originally |
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13298 |
14079 |
Hero Tales from History |
Smith Burnham |
Biography & Autobiography |
This volume celebrates stories of great heroes from the pages of history from Moses and David through Clara Barton and Henry Longfellow. It is divided into nine sections: Mighty Men of Long Ago, Heroes of the Middle Ages, Four Leaders in the Old World, Discoverers and Explorers, Colonists and Pioneers, Patriots of the Revolution, Winners of the West, Famous Inventors, and The Greatest Americans, It is written from a distinct Western and American point of view, but each chapter is a short summary of these people deemed “heroes.” \nJohn Burnham was chair of the History and Social Sciences Department at Western State Normal School and Western State Teachers College. He was a nationally known history and social studies educator, and author or co-author of six elementary and secondary U.S. history textbooks that were widely used throughout the United States during the 1920s and 1930\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/hero-tales-from-history-by-smith-burnham/ |
volume celebrates stories great heroes pages history moses david clara barton henry longfellow divided nine sections mighty men long ago heroes middle ages four leaders old world discoverers explorers colonists pioneers patriots revolution winners west famous inventors greatest americans written distinct western american point view chapter short summary people deemed heroes john burnham chair history social sciences department western state normal school western state teachers college nationally known history social studies educator author co author six elementary secondary u s history textbooks widely used throughout united states 1920s 1930 summary larry wilson |
| 13307 |
13299 |
14080 |
Forgery |
George Payne Rainsford James |
Literary Fiction |
Humphrey Scriven is a fine, genial, mercantile man, left widowed to raise three daughters and a son. Two of the daughters marry well although happiness is not enduring. The other defers her marriage, knowing her father disapproves of her choice. The son is a disappointment to his father -- his character is not as generous or kind. However, in time, this son inherits the business, with the exception of a portion left to a trusted clerk, Mr. Hayley. But there is a secret side to Mr. Hayley and maybe he is not quite the right man to guide the novice merchant. The two part ways acrimoniously and the clerk is driven to actions for which his son pays dearly. |
English |
1853 |
https://librivox.org/the-forgery-by-george-payne-rainsford-james/ |
humphrey scriven fine genial mercantile man left widowed raise three daughters son two daughters marry well although happiness enduring defers marriage knowing father disapproves choice son disappointment father character generous kind however time son inherits business exception portion left trusted clerk mr hayley secret side mr hayley maybe quite right man guide novice merchant two part ways acrimoniously clerk driven actions son pays dearly |
| 13308 |
13300 |
14081 |
Tales Of The Trail; Short Stories Of Western Life |
Henry Inman |
Short Stories, Westerns, War & Military |
This 1898 collection of thirteen previously published articles exhibits the acute perception of one of the most popular writers of the late 19th-early 20th centuries. “These "Tales of the Trail" are based upon actual facts which came under the personal observation of the author… and will form another interesting series of stories of that era of great adventures, when the country west of the Missouri was unknown except to the trappers, hunters, and army officers.” Henry Inman (1837 – 1899) was an American soldier, frontiersman, and author. He served in the military during the Indian campaigns and the American Civil War, having earned distinction for gallantry on the battlefield. He was commissioned lieutenant general during the Indian wars. He settled in Kansas and worked as a journalist and author of short stories and books of the plains and western frontier. - Summary by Wikipedia, Book Preface, David Wales |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-the-trail-short-stories-of-western-life-by-henry-inman/ |
1898 collection thirteen previously published articles exhibits acute perception one popular writers late 19th early 20th centuries these tales trail based upon actual facts came personal observation author form another interesting series stories era great adventures country west missouri unknown except trappers hunters army officers henry inman 1837 1899 american soldier frontiersman author served military indian campaigns american civil war earned distinction gallantry battlefield commissioned lieutenant general indian wars settled kansas worked journalist author short stories books plains western frontier summary wikipedia book preface david wales |
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13301 |
14082 |
branche de lilas |
Ouida |
General Fiction |
Un jeune homme, laid, orphelin très tôt, comédien dans une troupe ambulante, très sensible, tombe amoureux d'une jeune fille espiègle qui lui jeta une branche de lilas... Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/la-branche-de-lilas-by-ouida/ |
un jeune homme laid orphelin très tôt comédien dans une troupe ambulante très sensible tombe amoureux d une jeune fille espiègle qui lui jeta une branche de lilas summary christiane jehanne |
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13302 |
14083 |
Ride Across the Peloponnese |
George Macmillan |
Travel & Geography |
In the spring of 1877, a young Oscar Wilde visited Greece with his classics professor, J. P. Mahaffy, and two friends. One of these friends, George Macmillan, wrote a brief account of the party's ride across the Peloponnese. The account, without mentioning Wilde by name, records the travelers' first impressions of the newly excavated sites of ancient Olympia, Argos, and Mycenae. It also includes colorful descriptions of the Arcadian mountains and flora, and of Greek customs and dress. This recording was made in the spring of 2019 at the sites visited by Wilde and Macmillan. Listen out for the crash of a falling tree at Olympia, the chorus of frogs at Tegea, and the lapping waves at Nafplio Harbor. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/a-ride-across-the-peloponnese-by-george-macmillan/ |
spring 1877 young oscar wilde visited greece classics professor j p mahaffy two friends one friends george macmillan wrote brief account party s ride across peloponnese account without mentioning wilde name records travelers first impressions newly excavated sites ancient olympia argos mycenae also includes colorful descriptions arcadian mountains flora greek customs dress recording made spring 2019 sites visited wilde macmillan listen crash falling tree olympia chorus frogs tegea lapping waves nafplio harbor summary rob marland |
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13303 |
14084 |
Lucian's Dialogues Volume 4: Zeus the Tragedian |
Lucian of Samosata |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Plays |
Zeus, gloomy and in tragic distress, is implored by Hermes and Athena to divulge the cause of his melancholy condition; while Hera, true to her Homeric character, confidently attributes it to another earthly amour. The king of gods and men, thus adjured, announced the true reason of his anxiety--daring assaults upon the character of himself and the rest of the Olympian divinities, and, in fact, denial of their very existence by the skeptics. What would be the best course to pursue? Summary by Foon<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br> \nTimokles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13807">JennPratt</a><br>\nMomus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nAphrodite: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd</a><br> \nKolossus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nDamis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">adrianstephens</a><br>\nHerakles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br> \nPoseidon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13467">George Diaz</a><br>\nHermagoras: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon</a><br>\nHermes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br> \nApollo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nAthena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nHera: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br> \nZeus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12874">Aaron White</a><br><br>\n<b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>.<br>\n<b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a>.<br><br> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/zeus-the-tragedian-by-lucian-of-samosata/ |
zeus gloomy tragic distress implored hermes athena divulge cause melancholy condition hera true homeric character confidently attributes another earthly amour king gods men thus adjured announced true reason anxiety daring assaults upon character rest olympian divinities and fact denial existence skeptics would best course pursue summary foon br br b cast list b br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br timokles a href https librivox org reader 13807 jennpratt a br momus a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br aphrodite a href https librivox org reader 12028 pseudonymous nerd a br kolossus a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br damis a href https librivox org reader 7170 adrianstephens a br herakles a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br poseidon a href https librivox org reader 13467 george diaz a br hermagoras a href https librivox org reader 12623 stefan von blon a br hermes a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br apollo a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br athena a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br hera a href https librivox org reader 13127 betsy walker a br zeus a href https librivox org reader 12874 aaron white a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br b proof listeners b a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br br |
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14085 |
English Literature |
Geraldine Hodgson |
Literary Criticism |
This book is not meant to be a History of English Literature, but an introduction for those who do not know much about it, or who may be thinking of it as a "dull, horrid thing" which they have to learn in school. I venture to hope that this book may become too dear to throw away when the study is done, and overall I have tried very hard not to write a "stuffy" book. Summary by Beth Thomas and the Introduction |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/english-literature-by-geraldine-hodgson/ |
book meant history english literature introduction know much it may thinking dull horrid thing learn school venture hope book may become dear throw away study done overall tried hard write stuffy book summary beth thomas introduction |
| 13313 |
13305 |
14087 |
Farewells |
Abram Joseph Ryan |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of Farewells by Abram Joseph Ryan.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 26, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAbram Joseph Ryan was an American poet, an active proponent of the Confederate States of America, and a Catholic priest. He has been called the "Poet-Priest of the South" and, less frequently, the "Poet Laureate of the Confederacy." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/farewells-by-abram-joseph-ryan/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings farewells abram joseph ryan br weekly poetry project may 26 2019 br br abram joseph ryan american poet active proponent confederate states america catholic priest called poet priest south and less frequently poet laureate confederacy summary wikipedia |
| 13314 |
13306 |
14088 |
Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 002 |
Various |
Dramatic Readings |
Librivox readers present a collection of their favorite chapters and short stories, with the original author’s words all brought to life with different reader voices for each character in our popular Dramatic Reading style. This volume includes Various Detectives, Cute Animals, Talking Fireworks, and Interesting People and Situations: See cast list for authors and book/story names. - Summary by ToddHW\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\n01. Adventure of the Dying Detective by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nSherlock Holmes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nMr Culverton-Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nButler (to Mr Smith): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMrs Hudson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nInspector Morton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nDr John Watson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9500">johnnyenglish</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n02. An Unexpected Result by Edward P. Roe; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>\nJack Ackland: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9500">johnnyenglish</a><br>\nWill Munson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nEva van Tyne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nMrs Alston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nEva’s Aunt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n“Half a dozen voices”: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nA friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n03. The Purloined Letter by Edgar Allan Poe; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nMr C Dupin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9307">Seamus Dobbin</a><br>\nPrefect G: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4645">Joe Bly</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n04. The Stolen Bacillus by H. G. Wells; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nBacteriologist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9500">johnnyenglish</a><br>\nAnarchist: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMinnie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nOld Tootles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nOstler Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13681">Eitel</a><br>\nTommy Biles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nCabman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13706">Scott Caulkins</a><br>\nAnother Cabman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n05. The Wind in the Willows, Chapters 3 and 4, by Kenneth Grahame; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nRat: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMole: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nBadger: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9500">johnnyenglish</a><br>\nOtter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nHedgehog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\nRabbit: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/167">Peter Yearsley</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n06. The Remarkable Rocket by Oscar Wilde; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nRocket: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4645">Joe Bly</a><br>\nPrince and Dragon-fly: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>\nPage, Squib, and The People: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12243">Jasmin Salma</a><br>\nPrincess, Catherine Wheel, and Goose: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nKing and Frog: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nRoman Candle, Workman, and The People: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nCracker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9965">Hannoria</a><br>\nBengal Light, Duck, and The People: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nFirst Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSecond Boy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13638">Grace Buchanan</a><br>\nFire-balloon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13638">Grace Buchanan</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n07. The Diamond Necklace by Guy De Maupassant; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br>\nMathilde Loisel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMonsieur Loisel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nJeanne Forestier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nJeweler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n08. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5985">James K. White</a><br>\nRoger Button: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nDoctor Keene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nFirst Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nSecond Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nBenjamin Button: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nStore Clerk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13638">Grace Buchanan</a><br>\nMr. Hart: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nFirst Undergraduate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>\nSecond Undergraduate: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13780">Patrick Glenn</a><br>\nHildegarde: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nTownspeople: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nRoscoe Button: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7079">Chuck Williamson</a><br>\nSentry: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>\nColonel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13706">Scott Caulkins</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n09. The Tale of the Pie and the Patty-Pan by Beatrix Potter; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9500">johnnyenglish</a><br>\nRibby (a cat): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\nDuchess (a dog): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13127">Betsy Walker</a><br>\nDr Maggotty (a magpie): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nCousin Tabitha Twitchit (a cat): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\n: <a href=""></a><br>\n10. A Retrieved Reformation by O. Henry; Run by:: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nNarrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13416">Sarah Hite</a><br>\nJimmy Valentine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nWarden: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nMike Dolan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nBen Pierce: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4645">Joe Bly</a><br>\nMr Adams: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAnnabelle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMother: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas (1974-2020)</a><br>\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-002-by-various/ |
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likemanywaters a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12787 likemanywaters a br jack ackland a href https librivox org reader 9500 johnnyenglish a br munson a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br eva van tyne a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br mrs alston a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br eva s aunt a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br half dozen voices a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br friend a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br a href a br 03 purloined letter edgar allan poe run by a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br mr c dupin a href https librivox org reader 9307 seamus dobbin a br prefect g a href https librivox org reader 4645 joe bly a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br a href a br 04 stolen bacillus h g wells run by a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br bacteriologist a href https librivox org reader 9500 johnnyenglish a br anarchist a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br minnie a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br old tootles a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br ostler boy a href https librivox org reader 13681 eitel a br tommy biles a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br cabman a href https librivox org reader 13706 scott caulkins a br another cabman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br a href a br 05 wind willows chapters 3 4 kenneth grahame run by a href https librivox org reader 167 peter yearsley a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br rat a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mole a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br badger a href https librivox org reader 9500 johnnyenglish a br otter a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br hedgehog a href 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6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br benjamin button a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br store clerk a href https librivox org reader 13638 grace buchanan a br mr hart a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br first undergraduate a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br second undergraduate a href https librivox org reader 13780 patrick glenn a br hildegarde a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br townspeople a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br roscoe button a href https librivox org reader 7079 chuck williamson a br sentry a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br colonel a href https librivox org reader 13706 scott caulkins a br a href a br 09 tale pie patty pan beatrix potter run by a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 9500 johnnyenglish a br ribby a cat a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas 1974 2020 a br duchess a dog a href https 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13307 |
14089 |
Vagabond Adventures |
Ralph Keeler |
Biography & Autobiography, History , Humor |
Ralph Keeler failed as a novelist, but this autobiography reflects a life well-lived with humor and adventure. Keeler was in the same literary circle as satirist Bret Harte, novelist Charles Warren Stoddard, editor Thomas Bailey Aldrich, and essayist William Dean Howells. He so impressed Mark Twain that Twain wrote an essay about him called "Ralph Keeler". In 1873, on his way to Cuba, he reportedly was thrown overboard by a Spanish loyalist who objected to his backing of the revolutionary, anti-Spanish movement. - Summary by John Greenman |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/vagabond-adventures-by-ralph-keeler/ |
ralph keeler failed novelist autobiography reflects life well lived humor adventure keeler literary circle satirist bret harte novelist charles warren stoddard editor thomas bailey aldrich essayist william dean howells impressed mark twain twain wrote essay called ralph keeler 1873 way cuba reportedly thrown overboard spanish loyalist objected backing revolutionary anti spanish movement summary john greenman |
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13308 |
14090 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 20) - The Odyssey (Book 20) |
Homer |
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<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Υ' - Τὰ πρὸ τῆς μνηστηροφονίας.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 20: Theoclymenus Foretells the Suitors' Doom.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 20: Événements qui précèdent la mort des Prétendants.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-20-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία υ τὰ πρὸ τῆς μνηστηροφονίας br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 20 theoclymenus foretells suitors doom br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 20 événements qui précèdent la mort des prétendants br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13309 |
14091 |
Al Que Quiere! (and 18 more poems) |
William Carlos Williams |
Single author |
A book of William Carlos Williams's early poetry. Included in this recording are 18 poems published by Williams in Volume 13 of 'Poetry' literary journal in 1919. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/al-que-quiere-and-18-more-poems-by-william-carlos-williams/ |
book william carlos williams s early poetry included recording 18 poems published williams volume 13 poetry literary journal 1919 summary kevins |
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13310 |
14092 |
Sea Garden |
Hilda Doolittle |
Poetry |
This is a collection of poems by Hilda Doolittle about topics relating to the ocean, nature, or both. It contains vivid and descriptive language to convey a wide range of emotions. - Summary by Campbell Schelp |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/sea-garden-by-hilda-doolittle/ |
collection poems hilda doolittle topics relating ocean nature both contains vivid descriptive language convey wide range emotions summary campbell schelp |
| 13319 |
13311 |
14093 |
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 12: American Leaders |
John Lord |
Modern (19th C) |
A continuation of United States history, Volume 12 discusses key US leaders in the time up to and including the Civil War. In this volume are presented Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, John C. Calhoun, Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee. As noted in the Publisher's Preface, the discussion regarding Lee was written by Dr. E. Benjamin Andrews from the University of Nebraska. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-12-american-leaders-by-john-lord/ |
continuation united states history volume 12 discusses key us leaders time including civil war volume presented andrew jackson henry clay daniel webster john c calhoun abraham lincoln robert e lee noted publisher s preface discussion regarding lee written dr e benjamin andrews university nebraska summary khand |
| 13320 |
13312 |
14094 |
White Tail the Deer's Adventures |
George Ethelbert Walsh |
Animals & Nature |
White Tail is the son of Father Buck, who is the leader of the herd. He and his rival Young Black Buck get into all kinds of adventures, but they have to be wary of Puma the Mountain Lion and Timber Wolf! Will White Tail be able to keep away from them and follow in his father's hoofsteps? - Summary by Foon |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/white-tail-the-deers-adventures-by-george-ethelbert-walsh/ |
white tail son father buck leader herd rival young black buck get kinds adventures wary puma mountain lion timber wolf white tail able keep away follow father s hoofsteps summary foon |
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13313 |
14097 |
Love Slaves |
Samuel Logan Brengle |
Christianity - Other |
Samuel Logan Brengle was a commissioner in the Salvation Army. His books are known for the practicality, joyfulness and authenticity. His life was spent working with people on the streets, so his insights into the work of the Holy Spirit are relevant to everyday life. His holiness was that of the street, the kitchen, and everyday life. His stories are of men and women living their daily lives. In this book, Brengle explores how to live the Christian life so that we are walking in the centre of God's Will and daily showing His Love to the world around us. From the Preface by General Bramwell Booth: Here are words to clear the thought, as well as to guide the Will and strengthen the Heart. (Summary by Beth Thomas and the Preface) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/love-slaves-by-samuel-logan-brengle/ |
samuel logan brengle commissioner salvation army books known practicality joyfulness authenticity life spent working people streets insights work holy spirit relevant everyday life holiness street kitchen everyday life stories men women living daily lives book brengle explores live christian life walking centre god s daily showing love world around us preface general bramwell booth words clear thought well guide strengthen heart summary beth thomas preface |
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13314 |
14098 |
Ann |
Lechmere Worrall |
Comedy |
Edward Hargraves, a young author, is encouraged by his mother and friend, Billy, to marry a woman in order to understand the fairer sex better and thereby characterize them better in his next book. While he attempts to follow their advice and marry Evangeline, a pleasant but rather uninteresting woman, a daring American reporter has set her eyes on him. She will stop at nothing to interview him and attract his attention. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn</p>\n<b>Cast List:</b><br>\nRev. Samuel Hargraves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>Edward Hargraves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>William “Billy” Lloyd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13886">RHelfmann</a><br>Mrs. Hargraves: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13420">Anita Sloma-Martinez</a><br>Evangeline Lipscomb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>Ann Anning: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12923">EmmaHatton</a><br>Stage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn </a><br><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a></p>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/ann-by-lechmere-worrall/ |
edward hargraves young author encouraged mother friend billy marry woman order understand fairer sex better thereby characterize better next book attempts follow advice marry evangeline pleasant rather uninteresting woman daring american reporter set eyes him stop nothing interview attract attention summary elsie selwyn p b cast list b br rev samuel hargraves a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br edward hargraves a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br william billy lloyd a href https librivox org reader 13886 rhelfmann a br mrs hargraves a href https librivox org reader 13420 anita sloma martinez a br evangeline lipscomb a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br ann anning a href https librivox org reader 12923 emmahatton a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 13257 elsie selwyn a br br edited by a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a p |
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13558 |
14389 |
Sign at Six |
Stewart Edward White |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
It started out as a nuisance--odd electrical problems in the Atlas building that cleared themselves up. But then it got worse, the problems becoming more and more peculiar and inexplicable. Scientist Percy Darrow has given himself the task of figuring out the who and the how, and maybe the why, as life turns strange and a little dangerous. - Summary by Tom Penn |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-sign-at-six-by-stewart-edward-white/ |
started nuisance odd electrical problems atlas building cleared up got worse problems becoming peculiar inexplicable scientist percy darrow given task figuring how maybe why life turns strange little dangerous summary tom penn |
| 13324 |
13315 |
14100 |
Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV |
Francis Parkman, Jr. |
History |
Part five of Francis Parkman's multi-volume series <i>France and England in North America</i> is but one of the masterful narratives that have earned him the reputation as one of the most notable American historians.<br />\nPreface excerpt: The events recounted in this book group themselves in the main about a single figure, that of Count Frontenac, the most remarkable man who ever represented the crown of France in the New World. From strangely unpromising beginnings, he grew with every emergency, and rose equal to every crisis. His whole career was one of conflict, sometimes petty and personal, sometimes of momentous consequence, involving the question of national ascendancy on this continent.<br />\nNOTE: This audio recording does not include footnotes which mostly refer to the original French sources. They can be found at <a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6875">http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6875</a>. (Summary by Celine Major)<br /><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/pioneers-of-france-in-the-new-world-by-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 1: Pioneers of France in the New World</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-jesuits-in-north-america-in-the-17th-century-by-francis-parkman/" target="_blank">Part 2: The Jesuits in North America in the 17th Century</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/the-old-regime-in-canada-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 4: The Old Régime in Canada</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 5: Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/montcalm-and-wolfe-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 6: Montcalm and Wolfe</a><br />\n<a href="https://librivox.org/a-half-century-of-conflict-by-francis-parkman-jr/" target="_blank">Part 7: A Half Century of Conflict</a><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/count-frontenac-and-new-france-under-louis-xiv-by-francis-parkman-jr/ |
part five francis parkman s multi volume series i france england north america i one masterful narratives earned reputation one notable american historians br preface excerpt events recounted book group main single figure count frontenac remarkable man ever represented crown france new world strangely unpromising beginnings grew every emergency rose equal every crisis whole career one conflict sometimes petty personal sometimes momentous consequence involving question national ascendancy continent br note audio recording include footnotes mostly refer original french sources found a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 6875 http www gutenberg org ebooks 6875 a summary celine major br br a href https librivox org pioneers of france in the new world by parkman target _blank part 1 pioneers france new world a br a href https librivox org the jesuits in north america in the 17th century by francis parkman target _blank part 2 jesuits north america 17th century a br a href https librivox org the old regime in canada by francis parkman jr target _blank part 4 old régime canada a br a href https librivox org count frontenac and new france under louis xiv by francis parkman jr target _blank part 5 count frontenac new france louis xiv a br a href https librivox org montcalm and wolfe by francis parkman jr target _blank part 6 montcalm wolfe a br a href https librivox org a half century of conflict by francis parkman jr target _blank part 7 half century conflict a br |
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13316 |
14101 |
Sikh Religion: its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors, Volume 6 |
Max Arthur Macauliffe |
Family & Relationships, Philosophy |
This is one of the first (and still one of the few) comprehensive books about the Sikh religion in the English language. Macauliffe had extensive access to manuscripts of the Sikh sacred writings (the Granth), as well as support from Sikh scholars and leaders of the time. This volume covers Bhagats of the Granth Sahib. (Summary by neecheelock70) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-the-sikh-religion-vol-6-by-max-arthur-macauliffe/ |
one first and still one few comprehensive books sikh religion english language macauliffe extensive access manuscripts sikh sacred writings the granth well support sikh scholars leaders time volume covers bhagats granth sahib summary neecheelock70 |
| 13326 |
13317 |
14102 |
Around the World with the Children |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Reference, Travel & Geography |
An introduction to world geography for young and old alike. Topics such as China, Japan, the American Indian, Europe and the oceans on a beginning level. Summary by BettyB |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/around-the-world-with-the-children-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
introduction world geography young old alike topics china japan american indian europe oceans beginning level summary bettyb |
| 13327 |
13318 |
14103 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 081 |
Various |
Short Stories |
Librivox readers have come together to bring you another diverse collection of short stories. This anthology brings you selections from Thomas Hardy, Lord Dunsany, Saki, Arthur Conan Doyle and many others to delight and mystify. So pull up a chair, sit back and let us transport you to another place. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-081-by-various/ |
librivox readers come together bring another diverse collection short stories anthology brings selections thomas hardy lord dunsany saki arthur conan doyle many others delight mystify pull chair sit back let us transport another place |
| 13328 |
13319 |
14104 |
Russian Realities and Problems: Lectures delivered at Cambridge in August 1916 |
Various |
Political Science |
This book is a compilation of scholarly lectures by distinguished experts delivered at Cambridge in August 1916. The titles of the lectures reveal the contents of each presentation and include the following: The war and Balkan politics; the representative system in Russia; past and present of Russian economics; Poland, old and new; the nationalities of Russia; and the development of science and learning in Russia. - Summary by Jan Moorehouse |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/russian-realities-and-problems-by-various/ |
book compilation scholarly lectures distinguished experts delivered cambridge august 1916 titles lectures reveal contents presentation include following war balkan politics representative system russia past present russian economics poland old new nationalities russia development science learning russia summary jan moorehouse |
| 13329 |
13320 |
14105 |
Обыкновенная история |
Ivan Goncharov |
General Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Обыкновенная история» — роман воспитания, повествующий о взрослении молодого дворянина Александра Адуева. Полный противопоставлений (провинции со столицей, старшего поколения с молодым, и т.п.), роман имел широкий положительный отклик среди читающей публики и литературных критиков. Впервые изданный в нескольких выпусках журнала "Современник" в 1847-м году и отдельной книгой в 1848-м, роман считается первым в неформальной трилогии (два другие - "Обломов" и "Обрыв") и занимает значимое место в творчестве Гончарова и всей русской литературе XIX века. (Summary by tovarisch, based on a Wikipedia article) |
Russian |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/obyknovennaya-istorya-by-ivan-goncharov/ |
обыкновенная история роман воспитания повествующий о взрослении молодого дворянина александра адуева полный противопоставлений провинции со столицей старшего поколения с молодым и т п роман имел широкий положительный отклик среди читающей публики и литературных критиков впервые изданный в нескольких выпусках журнала современник в 1847 м году и отдельной книгой в 1848 м роман считается первым в неформальной трилогии два другие обломов и обрыв и занимает значимое место в творчестве гончарова и всей русской литературе xix века summary tovarisch based wikipedia article |
| 13330 |
13321 |
14107 |
Songs of Innocence and Experience (version 2) |
William Blake |
Single author |
"Innocence" and "Experience" are definitions of consciousness that rethink Milton's existential-mythic states of "Paradise" and "Fall". Blake categorizes our modes of perception that became standard in Romanticism: childhood is a state of innocence rather than original sin, but not immune to the fallen world (experience). The first part of this volume mainly shows happy, innocent perception in pastoral harmony, whereas the second part also deals with darker themes. ( Foon) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-innocence-and-experience-by-william-blake-2/ |
innocence experience definitions consciousness rethink milton s existential mythic states paradise fall blake categorizes modes perception became standard romanticism childhood state innocence rather original sin immune fallen world experience first part volume mainly shows happy innocent perception pastoral harmony whereas second part also deals darker themes foon |
| 13331 |
13322 |
14109 |
Eight Keys to Eden |
Mark Clifton |
Science Fiction |
When Earth loses contact with the colony planet Eden, an expedition is sent to find out why. Even though the planet has been determined to have no hostile properties, the second expedition is astonished to find no evidence of the colony. The colonists are spread out, naked, wandering dazed among the bushes, with no sign of any of the technology they brought from Earth. - Summary by Dale Grothmann |
English |
1960 |
https://librivox.org/eight-keys-to-eden-by-mark-clifton/ |
earth loses contact colony planet eden expedition sent find why even though planet determined hostile properties second expedition astonished find evidence colony colonists spread out naked wandering dazed among bushes sign technology brought earth summary dale grothmann |
| 13332 |
13326 |
14114 |
Napoleon, A Short Biography |
Robert Matteson Johnston |
Biography & Autobiography |
This is a 'lightning biography' which serves as an introduction to the field of Napoleonic history. Its purpose is to enable the ordinary reader or would-be student safely to take the first few steps in Napoleonic literature. This is not a short history, but a short biography - the one contains the other, but in a different key. (Summary by Beth Thomas and the Introduction)</p> |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/napoleon-a-short-biography-by-robert-matteson-johnston/ |
lightning biography serves introduction field napoleonic history purpose enable ordinary reader would be student safely take first steps napoleonic literature short history short biography one contains other different key summary beth thomas introduction p |
| 13333 |
13327 |
14115 |
Taking the Bastile |
Alexandre Dumas |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Pitou lost his mother when he was small. He was raised by a stern aunt who did not really love him. He starts knowing the world by going to service. How can this man, Pitou the Peasant (as the subtitle of the novel suggests) go on to influence the whole state? How can he go on and take a part in the French revolution? Can his motivation, coming from what he did not have, be enough? - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/taking-the-bastile-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
pitou lost mother small raised stern aunt really love him starts knowing world going service man pitou peasant as subtitle novel suggests go influence whole state go take part french revolution motivation coming have enough summary stav nisser |
| 13334 |
13328 |
14116 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 066 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. "Why Women Should Vote" (Jane Addams, 1910) is one of several selections devoted to women's interests, as are Martha Foote Crow's "The Young Woman on the Farm" (1910), Alice Freeman Palmer's "Three Rules for Happiness," and Myrtle Reed's recipes for "Coffee Cakes, Doughnuts, and Waffles." Tradition and belief are treated in two selections from Kierkegaard, a letter from Japan ("When the Dead Return"), a creation myth ("Sky Weds Earth"), and an essay by Mark Twain on "Mental Telegraphy." Topics in history and political theory include "The Original Draft of the Declaration of Independence," "An Audience with Abraham Lincoln," "Government" (Bastiat), "Constitutional Law" (Bentham), "War Scenes Across the Canadian Border " (1915), "Americans Lose Men in Fight in Siberia" (1919) and "Quentin Roosevelt's Last Letter Home" (1918). Sport receives its due with a history of the bicycle, while "In the Land of the Wild Yak" portrays the hardships endured by 19th century explorer Sven Hedin. Finally, "Mr. NAMIKAWA Yasuyuki's Cloisonné" celebrates the life of a Japanese artist and his exquisite enamel work. - Summary by Sue Anderson\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-066-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers why women vote jane addams 1910 one several selections devoted women s interests martha foote crow s the young woman farm 1910 alice freeman palmer s three rules happiness myrtle reed s recipes coffee cakes doughnuts waffles tradition belief treated two selections kierkegaard letter japan when dead return creation myth sky weds earth essay mark twain mental telegraphy topics history political theory include the original draft declaration independence an audience abraham lincoln government bastiat constitutional law bentham war scenes across canadian border 1915 americans lose men fight siberia 1919 quentin roosevelt s last letter home 1918 sport receives due history bicycle in land wild yak portrays hardships endured 19th century explorer sven hedin finally mr namikawa yasuyuki s cloisonné celebrates life japanese artist exquisite enamel work summary sue anderson |
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13329 |
14117 |
Lion's Brood |
Duffield Osborne |
Historical Fiction |
"Centuries come and go; but the plot of the drama is unchanged, and the same characters play the same parts. Only the actors cast for them are new." For this timeless tale, we are taken back to the Roman forum. With the backdrop of the Punic Wars, we follow the fortunes of Sergius, a young man going off to serve and who impresses his general; and Marcia, the young woman he leaves behind, whom he loves, but who refuses to commit to any attachment for him before he leaves. |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-lions-brood-by-duffield-osborne/ |
centuries come go plot drama unchanged characters play parts actors cast new timeless tale taken back roman forum backdrop punic wars follow fortunes sergius young man going serve impresses general marcia young woman leaves behind loves refuses commit attachment leaves |
| 13336 |
13330 |
14118 |
Audubon's Western Journal: 1849-1850 |
John Woodhouse Audubon |
Nature, Modern (19th C), Life Sciences |
John Woodhouse Audubon (1812-1862), son of the famous painter John James Audubon and an artist in his own right, joined Col. Henry Webb's California Company expedition in 1849. From New Orleans the expedition sailed to the Rio Grande; it headed west overland through northern Mexico and through Arizona to San Diego, California. Cholera and outlaws decimated the group. Many of them turned back, including the leader. Audubon assumed command of those remaining and they pushed on to California, although he was forced to abandon his paints and canvases in the desert…. Throughout the whole of this long journey Mr. Audubon took notes of scenes and occurrences by the way. In his descriptions he exhibits the keen observation of the naturalist and the trained eye of the artist. The result is a remarkable picture of social conditions in Mexico, of birds and trees, of sky and mountains and the changing face of nature, of the barrenness of the desert and the difficulties of the journey, of the ruined missions of California, of methods of mining, and of the chaos of races and babel of tongues in the gold fields. It was manifestly impossible to keep a daily journal, and the entries were made from time to time as opportunity occurred. Considering the circumstances under which they were taken, the notes are remarkable for their accuracy. Because it was not edited by Audubon, the text (and this recording) ends abruptly. - Summary by Book Introduction and David Wales |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/audubons-western-journal-1849-1850-by-john-woodhouse-audubon/ |
john woodhouse audubon 1812 1862 son famous painter john james audubon artist right joined col henry webb s california company expedition 1849 new orleans expedition sailed rio grande headed west overland northern mexico arizona san diego california cholera outlaws decimated group many turned back including leader audubon assumed command remaining pushed california although forced abandon paints canvases desert throughout whole long journey mr audubon took notes scenes occurrences way descriptions exhibits keen observation naturalist trained eye artist result remarkable picture social conditions mexico birds trees sky mountains changing face nature barrenness desert difficulties journey ruined missions california methods mining chaos races babel tongues gold fields manifestly impossible keep daily journal entries made time time opportunity occurred considering circumstances taken notes remarkable accuracy edited audubon text and recording ends abruptly summary book introduction david wales |
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13331 |
14119 |
Shasta Of The Wolves |
Olaf Baker |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature |
She-wolf Nitka finds an abandoned Native American baby and raises him with her cubs. Shasta learns the wolf ways and meets his kin, where he learns his true history. Eventually he can walk with the wolves and his human kin, which leads to more adventures. ( Kirk Ziegler ) </p> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/shasta-of-the-wolves-by-olaf-baker/ |
she wolf nitka finds abandoned native american baby raises cubs shasta learns wolf ways meets kin learns true history eventually walk wolves human kin leads adventures kirk ziegler p |
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13332 |
14120 |
South American Republics, Part II |
Thomas Cleland Dawson |
Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
This history begins when Pizarro and Almagro, Valdivia and Benalcazar, led their desperadoes across the Isthmus to the conquest, massacre, and enslavement of the prosperous and civilised millions who inhabited the Pacific coast of South America. It ends with the United States opening a way through that same Isthmus for the ships, the trade, the capital of all the world; with American engineers laying railroad iron on the imperial highway of the Incas; with British bondholders forgiving stricken Peru's national debt; with their debtor bravely facing the fact of bankruptcy, and turning over to them all its railways. (from the Preface, available in the source text together with the bibliography and numerous pictures) |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-south-american-republics-part-ii-by-thomas-cleland-dawson/ |
history begins pizarro almagro valdivia benalcazar led desperadoes across isthmus conquest massacre enslavement prosperous civilised millions inhabited pacific coast south america ends united states opening way isthmus ships trade capital world american engineers laying railroad iron imperial highway incas british bondholders forgiving stricken peru s national debt debtor bravely facing fact bankruptcy turning railways from preface available source text together bibliography numerous pictures |
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13388 |
14187 |
Wishing Bridge |
John Greenleaf Whittier |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Wishing Bridge by John Greenleaf Whittier.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 7, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nJohn Greenleaf Whittier was an American Quaker poet and advocate of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Frequently listed as one of the Fireside Poets, he was influenced by the Scottish poet Robert Burns. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wishing-bridge-by-john-greenleaf-whittier/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings wishing bridge john greenleaf whittier br fortnightly poetry project july 7 2019 br br john greenleaf whittier american quaker poet advocate abolition slavery united states frequently listed one fireside poets influenced scottish poet robert burns summary wikipedia |
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14121 |
Gift To Sing |
James Weldon Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Gift To Sing by James Weldon Johnson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 9, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nJames Weldon Johnson was an American author, educator, lawyer, diplomat, songwriter, civil rights activist. He was married to civil rights activist Grace Nail Johnson. James Weldon Johnson is best remembered for his leadership of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), where he started working in 1917. Johnson established his reputation as a writer, and was known during the Harlem Renaissance for his poems, novels, and anthologies collecting both poems and spirituals of black culture. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-gift-to-sing-by-james-weldon-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings gift sing james weldon johnson br weekly poetry project june 9 2019 br br james weldon johnson american author educator lawyer diplomat songwriter civil rights activist married civil rights activist grace nail johnson james weldon johnson best remembered leadership national association advancement colored people naacp started working 1917 johnson established reputation writer known harlem renaissance poems novels anthologies collecting poems spirituals black culture summary wikipedia |
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13334 |
14122 |
Vigil Strange I Kept on the Field One Night |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Vigil Strange I Kept on the Field One Night.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 9, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis poem about a battlefield death is taken from Whitman's Leaves Of Grass. ( David Lawrence) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/vigil-strange-i-kept-on-the-field-one-night-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings vigil strange kept field one night br fortnightly poetry project june 9 2019 br br poem battlefield death taken whitman s leaves grass david lawrence |
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14123 |
Wars of the Roses 1377-1471 |
Robert Balmain Mowat |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
The Wars of the Roses, 1377-1471, were a series of English civil wars fought for the control of the throne of England between two rival cadet branches of the House of Plantagenet, Lancaster and York. The Scottish historian, Robert Balmain Mowat (1883-1941) writes that these wars saw "the death of the old England and the beginning of the new." But they also saw the emergence of great personalities: the noble Richard of York, Warwick the Kingmaker, King Edward IV, indolent and energetic by turns, and his relentless opponent, Margaret of Anjou, a true she-wolf of France. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-wars-of-the-roses-by-robert-balmain-mowat/ |
wars roses 1377 1471 series english civil wars fought control throne england two rival cadet branches house plantagenet lancaster york scottish historian robert balmain mowat 1883 1941 writes wars saw the death old england beginning new also saw emergence great personalities noble richard york warwick kingmaker king edward iv indolent energetic turns relentless opponent margaret anjou true she wolf france summary pamela nagami m d |
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14124 |
Search |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Family Life, Romance, War & Military Fiction |
“On the day the drafted men march away, Ruth MacDonald catches John Cameron's eye and waves to him. In the excitement of the moment they both forget the social barriers that lie between them and only remember they were schoolmates as children. From this a friendship develops that has far-reaching results. To Ruth, spoiled daughter of the rich, comes a new conception of life, of war, of love. To John comes tests of fire before he finds himself. Here is the absorbing romance of two people who searched through the devious paths of a warring world for fulfillment and happiness.” - Dust Jacket, 1919 Edition. Note: Chapter numbering skips XI, like the original chapter numbering in the first edition. - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-search-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
on day drafted men march away ruth macdonald catches john cameron s eye waves him excitement moment forget social barriers lie remember schoolmates children friendship develops far reaching results ruth spoiled daughter rich comes new conception life war love john comes tests fire finds himself absorbing romance two people searched devious paths warring world fulfillment happiness dust jacket 1919 edition note chapter numbering skips xi like original chapter numbering first edition summary likemanywaters |
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14125 |
Frithiof Saga |
Ferdinand Schmidt |
Sagas |
Iceland is the home of the Saga, a form of literature which includes the telling of the story of a hero’s life and adventures in a fixed, regular form, and which is usually intended for recitation, though the Saga is never set in the customary versified style of poetry. A large number of these Sagas, relating to Iceland, Greenland, North America, and the Norse countries, still remain, and among them the Frithiof Saga, narrating the stirring adventures of that hero of the Northland and Viking of its seas, is one of the most beautiful. Its subject is noble, heroic, and free from exaggerated description or overwrought sentiment. Frithiof is a splendid type of the old Norse hero, invincible in battle upon the land, fearless of Nature’s wrath as he sails the seas in his dragon ship, impulsive yet just, swift in punishment yet quick in forgiveness. The central motives of the Saga are his love for King Bele’s daughter, Ingeborg; the refusal of her brothers to sanction their marriage because the hero is not of royal birth; her unwilling marriage to the old King Ring; Frithiof’s exile, and his final union with Ingeborg after the death of her husband and reconciliation with her brother. Interwoven with the narrative itself, which is full of dramatic situations, are some of the old myths, than which none is more beautiful than the death of the gentle god Balder. The very breath of the North sweeps through the stately story which the German author has told with so much skill. Those who wish to come in closer contact with the Saga itself can do so by consulting Bishop Tegner’s masterly translation. - Summary by George Upton |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-frithiof-saga-by-ferdinand-schmidt/ |
iceland home saga form literature includes telling story hero s life adventures fixed regular form usually intended recitation though saga never set customary versified style poetry large number sagas relating iceland greenland north america norse countries still remain among frithiof saga narrating stirring adventures hero northland viking seas one beautiful subject noble heroic free exaggerated description overwrought sentiment frithiof splendid type old norse hero invincible battle upon land fearless nature s wrath sails seas dragon ship impulsive yet just swift punishment yet quick forgiveness central motives saga love king bele s daughter ingeborg refusal brothers sanction marriage hero royal birth unwilling marriage old king ring frithiof s exile final union ingeborg death husband reconciliation brother interwoven narrative itself full dramatic situations old myths none beautiful death gentle god balder breath north sweeps stately story german author told much skill wish come closer contact saga consulting bishop tegner s masterly translation summary george upton |
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14126 |
Talks To Farmers |
Charles H. Spurgeon |
Christianity - Other |
This is a collection of nineteen sermons given by the Baptist preacher, Charles Spurgeon, using illustrations from rural settings. (Summary by Lauren Randall) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/talks-to-farmers-by-charles-h-spurgeon/ |
collection nineteen sermons given baptist preacher charles spurgeon using illustrations rural settings summary lauren randall |
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13345 |
14135 |
徬徨 (Wandering or Pang Huang) |
Xun Lu |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Wandering or Pang Huang was Lu Xun's second collection of stories. It was published near the end of 1925 and included 11 stories written between 1924 and 1925. (Note: The Librivox reading is based on the Gutenberg version which includes only 8 stories, omitting “A Happy Family”, “Soap” and “Brothers”.) The title Lu Xun gave to the collection is Pang Huang, translated as Wandering, but literally means unsettled, agitated or restless. Lu Xun employed points of view in his stories in a way that was novel at the time for Chinese literature, helping readers consider new possibilities about the true nature of the reality around them. Some stories look at the problem of how members of the intellectual class are to live their lives, e.g. In the Tavern, Regret for the Past, whereas others are commentary on traditional customs and institutions, the specific dysfunctions of particular customs and institutions, and also at the general result in which people are discarded, e.g. The New Year Sacrifice and A Public Example.<br><br>《徬徨》是近代文學家魯迅創作的小說集,本版收集了《祝福》、《在酒樓上》、《傷逝》等8篇小說。作品表達了作者徹底的不妥協地反對封建主義的精神,是中國革命思想的鏡子。作品主要包括知識分子和農民兩類題材,前者以《在酒樓上》和《傷逝》為代表,後者以《祝福》和《示眾》為代表。整部小說集貫穿著對生活在封建勢力重壓下的農民及知識分子“哀其不幸,怒其不爭”的關懷,該小說集在深廣的歷史圖景中,對人物命運的敘述滲透著深濃的感情。 |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/wandering-by-xun-lu/ |
wandering pang huang lu xun s second collection stories published near end 1925 included 11 stories written 1924 1925 note librivox reading based gutenberg version includes 8 stories omitting a happy family soap brothers title lu xun gave collection pang huang translated wandering literally means unsettled agitated restless lu xun employed points view stories way novel time chinese literature helping readers consider new possibilities true nature reality around them stories look problem members intellectual class live lives e g tavern regret past whereas others commentary traditional customs institutions specific dysfunctions particular customs institutions also general result people discarded e g new year sacrifice public example br br 徬徨 是近代文學家魯迅創作的小說集 本版收集了 祝福 在酒樓上 傷逝 等8篇小說 作品表達了作者徹底的不妥協地反對封建主義的精神 是中國革命思想的鏡子 作品主要包括知識分子和農民兩類題材 前者以 在酒樓上 和 傷逝 為代表 後者以 祝福 和 示眾 為代表 整部小說集貫穿著對生活在封建勢力重壓下的農民及知識分子 哀其不幸 怒其不爭 的關懷 該小說集在深廣的歷史圖景中 對人物命運的敘述滲透著深濃的感情 |
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14128 |
Pee-Wee Harris (Version 2) |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
Action & Adventure |
Last summer I went down to where my uncle lives and spent vacation there and I had a peach of a time and all the things I did are told in the first story, but there are a lot of things left over and I’m going to tell these in another story. There are snakes and peach orchards and everything down there.\nThen comes the second story and that’s about a dandy mistake I made. Gee whiz! I’ve made better mistakes than any feller in our troop. I didn’t make it on purpose, but anyway it led to a lot of dandy adventures. That’s one good thing about mistakes, anyway. But one thing sure, if I had got into the right automobile I would have just gone about two blocks. So that shows that the wrong one may even be better than the right one. Only you bet I’m not going to tell you all about that story here.\nThen comes the third one and that’s the one where I started the Pollywog Patrol. It didn’t last long, but that’s all right, because pollywogs don’t last long. It wasn’t a full patrol, except we were full of dessert—three helpings. If you want plenty of dessert you’d better read that story.\nAfter that story comes the fourth one and there’s where I made the dandiest mistake I ever made. Another feller helped me make it. On account of that mistake a girl was good and sorry for the way she treated me and I bet you’d say it served her right. But anyway we’re good friends now.\nThen comes the fifth story and that’s the craziest one of all because that’s the story where I didn’t go to a desert island on account of the desert island coming to me.... And it just gets crazier and crazier! - Summary from the foreword. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pee-wee-harris-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh-2/ |
last summer went uncle lives spent vacation peach time things told first story lot things left i m going tell another story snakes peach orchards everything there comes second story that s dandy mistake made gee whiz i ve made better mistakes feller troop didn t make purpose anyway led lot dandy adventures that s one good thing mistakes anyway one thing sure got right automobile would gone two blocks shows wrong one may even better right one bet i m going tell story here comes third one that s one started pollywog patrol didn t last long that s right pollywogs don t last long wasn t full patrol except full dessert three helpings want plenty dessert you d better read story story comes fourth one there s made dandiest mistake ever made another feller helped make it account mistake girl good sorry way treated bet you d say served right anyway we re good friends now comes fifth story that s craziest one that s story didn t go desert island account desert island coming me gets crazier crazier summary foreword |
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14129 |
Science in Short Chapters |
W. Mattieu Williams |
Science |
This is a collection of articles written by W. Mattieu Williams on different subjects, that in his opinion "are likely to be interesting to all readers who are sufficiently intelligent to prefer sober fact to sensational fiction, but who, at the same time, do not profess to be scientific specialists." This book offers and intriguing glimpse into the scientific ideas of late 19th century. Though nowadays these essays should not be seen as wholly scientifically accurate, they are still entertaining and in many basic aspects remain truthful. - Summary by Kikisaulite |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/science-in-short-chapters-by-w-mattieu-williams/ |
collection articles written w mattieu williams different subjects opinion are likely interesting readers sufficiently intelligent prefer sober fact sensational fiction who time profess scientific specialists book offers intriguing glimpse scientific ideas late 19th century though nowadays essays seen wholly scientifically accurate still entertaining many basic aspects remain truthful summary kikisaulite |
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14130 |
Monsieur De Pourceaugnac |
Molière |
Plays, Satire |
'Monsieur de Pourceaugnac', acted on October 6, 1669, is nothing but a farce. But Molière excels in farce as well as in higher comedy, and 'Monsieur de Pourceaugnac' is one of the best of its kind. The attacks upon the doctors of the time are not exaggerated. Molière acted the part of Mr. de Pourceaugnac. \n - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMonsieur De Pourceaugnac: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nOronte, father to Julia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nÉraste, lover to Julia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSbrigani, a Neapolitan adventurer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nFirst Physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nSecond Physician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nAn Apothecary: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nCountryman - A Peasant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nCountrywoman - A Female Peasant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nFirst Swiss: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Swiss: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nA Police Officer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nJulia, daughter to Oronte: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13257">Elsie Selwyn</a><br>\nNérine, an intriguing woman, supposed to come from Picardy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nLucette, supposed to come from Gascony: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nLady Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nFirst Man Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Man Singer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\n1st Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\n2nd Lawyer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nChild 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nChild 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12948">MajorToast</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/monsieur-de-pourceaugnac-by-moliere/ |
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14131 |
Unitarian Catechism |
Minot Judson Savage |
Dramatic Readings, Religion |
This is a brief catechism of common Unitarian beliefs. As with most catechisms, the material is presented in a question and answer form. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/unitarian-catechism-by-minot-judson-savage/ |
brief catechism common unitarian beliefs catechisms material presented question answer form summary kevins |
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13343 |
14132 |
Cynthia's Revels, or The Fountain of Self-Love |
Ben Jonson |
Satire |
"Cynthia's Revels," the second "comical satire," was acted in 1600, and, as a play, is even more lengthy, elaborate, and impossible than "Every Man Out of His Humour." Here personal satire seems to have absorbed everything, and while much of the caricature is admirable, especially in the detail of witty and trenchantly satirical dialogue, the central idea of a fountain of self-love is not very well carried out, and the persons revert at times to abstractions, the action to allegory. [Let's see if you agree!]\n - Summary by Prof. Felix E. Schelling\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>Cynthia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nEcho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMercury: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nArete: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nHesperus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPhantaste: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>\nCrites: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nArgurion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nAmorphus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nPhilautia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nAsotus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Hamlet</a><br>\nMoria: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nHedon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCos: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nAnaides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072">Campbell Schelp</a><br>\nGelaia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nMorphides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nProsaites: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nMorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nCupid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nChild 1: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nChild 2: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nChild 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nCitizen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nCitizen's Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nTailor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April 6090</a><br>\nPerfumer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nFeather-Maker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nJeweler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMilliner: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13652">Shashank Jakhmola</a><br>\nBarber: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nPrologue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nEpilogue: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/cynthias-revels-or-the-fountain-of-self-love-by-ben-jonson/ |
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13344 |
14134 |
Story of a Woolly Dog |
Laura Lee Hope |
Children's Fiction |
The Story of a Woolly Dog is the 12th and last book in the series of Make Believe Stories by Laura Lee Hope. All of the dolls and toys live in the toy section of a big department store, and at night, when no humans are around to hear or see them, they can talk with each other and play to their heart's content. But when morning comes, they must remain silent and still, waiting for that special little girl or boy to go home with. - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-a-woolly-dog-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
story woolly dog 12th last book series make believe stories laura lee hope dolls toys live toy section big department store night humans around hear see them talk play heart s content morning comes must remain silent still waiting special little girl boy go home with summary nan dodge |
| 13353 |
13354 |
14148 |
Book of Irish Poetry, part I |
Various |
Anthologies |
Edited and largely translated into English by Alfred Perceval Graves, this book contains a remarkably large collection of Irish poetry. This is first part of the book. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-irish-poetry-by-various/ |
edited largely translated english alfred perceval graves book contains remarkably large collection irish poetry first part book summary elsie selwyn |
| 13354 |
13413 |
14217 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 035 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. Happy Halloween! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-035-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder happy halloween |
| 13355 |
13346 |
14137 |
Hurricane Hunters |
Ivan Ray Tannehill |
Nature, Science, Technology & Engineering |
This 1955 book by an acknowledged authority is an absorbing account of meteorology before the advent of weather satellites. “This is the lively account of the hair-raising experiences of the men who have probed by sea and air into the inner mysteries of the world’s most terrible storms…. Here is the first intimate revelation of what the human eye and the most modern radars see in the violent regions of the tropical vortex. The descriptions of the activities of these valiant scouts of the storms are taken from personal interviews with military flyers and weathermen who have risked their lives in the furious blasts in all parts of the hurricane. The author has made a special study of hurricanes for over forty years. He has served with the Weather Bureau as chief of the marine division, chief of all forecasting and reporting and assistant chief of the Bureau, in charge of its technical operations.” - Summary by Advertisement in the book and David Wales |
English |
1955 |
https://librivox.org/the-hurricane-hunters-by-ivan-ray-tannehill/ |
1955 book acknowledged authority absorbing account meteorology advent weather satellites this lively account hair raising experiences men probed sea air inner mysteries world s terrible storms first intimate revelation human eye modern radars see violent regions tropical vortex descriptions activities valiant scouts storms taken personal interviews military flyers weathermen risked lives furious blasts parts hurricane author made special study hurricanes forty years served weather bureau chief marine division chief forecasting reporting assistant chief bureau charge technical operations summary advertisement book david wales |
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13347 |
14138 |
Ben, The Luggage Boy; Or, Among the Wharves |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Children's Fiction |
Ben, after running away from home, must find a way to survive on the streets. According to the preface, the book was based on a true story told to the author by a real boy named Ben. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/ben-the-luggage-boy-or-among-the-wharves-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
ben running away home must find way survive streets according preface book based true story told author real boy named ben summary elsie selwyn |
| 13357 |
13348 |
14140 |
Spring Harvest |
Geoffrey Bache Smith |
Single author |
G.B. Smith is best known for his close friendship with J.R.R. Tolkien, who would go on to write the fantasy epic The Lord of the Rings. He was a talented poet and attended Oxford. In 1915, he fought for England in World War I, and died of wounds received in 1916. After his death, this volume of his poetry was published by Tolkien and dedicated to Smith's mother. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-spring-harvest-by-geoffrey-bache-smith/ |
g b smith best known close friendship j r r tolkien would go write fantasy epic lord rings talented poet attended oxford 1915 fought england world war i died wounds received 1916 death volume poetry published tolkien dedicated smith s mother summary devorah allen |
| 13358 |
13349 |
14142 |
Ante-Nicene Christian Library: Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to A.D. 325 |
Alexander Roberts |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Christianity - Other |
This LibriVox collection is first in a series of writings from the ante-Nicene Fathers' works. This first collection includes all the so-called Infancy narratives from the New Testament Apocrypha. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/ante-nicene-christian-library-translations-of-the-writings-of-the-fathers-down-to-ad-325-by-alexander-roberts/ |
librivox collection first series writings ante nicene fathers works first collection includes so called infancy narratives new testament apocrypha summary kevins |
| 13359 |
13350 |
14143 |
Wishes |
Dora Sigerson Shorter |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of Wishes by Dora Sigerson Shorter.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 16, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nDora Maria Sigerson Shorter was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter. This poem is taken from The Fairy Changeling and Other Poems . - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/wishes-by-dora-sigerson-shorter/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings wishes dora sigerson shorter br weekly poetry project june 16 2019 br br dora maria sigerson shorter irish poet sculptor marriage 1895 wrote name dora sigerson shorter poem taken fairy changeling poems summary wikipedia |
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13351 |
14144 |
Miserables: Tomo IV |
Victor Hugo |
Historical Fiction |
Mario, con ayuda de Eponine, consigue encontrar a Cosette viviendo con Juan Valjean en la calle Plumet. Se inicia un apasionado idilio entre ambos. Pero Jean Valjean, en su constante huida, se ve la necesidad de cambiar de lugar de residencia y pronto marchará con Cosette a Inglaterra. Mario, decide pedir permiso y ayuda a su abuelo, el señor Gillenormand, para casarse con Cosette. Pero éste se burla y le dice que la tome por amante. Mario huye del lado de su abuelo sin saber cómo solventar la situación.<br><br>De fondo los acontecimientos de la revolución que se prepara en las calles de París.<br>(Resumen de Montse González) |
Spanish |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/los-miserables-tomo-iv-by-victor-hugo/ |
mario con ayuda de eponine consigue encontrar cosette viviendo con juan valjean en la calle plumet se inicia un apasionado idilio entre ambos pero jean valjean en su constante huida se la necesidad de cambiar de lugar de residencia pronto marchará con cosette inglaterra mario decide pedir permiso ayuda su abuelo el señor gillenormand para casarse con cosette pero éste se burla le dice que la tome por amante mario huye del lado de su abuelo sin saber cómo solventar la situación br br de fondo los acontecimientos de la revolución que se prepara en las calles de parís br resumen de montse gonzález |
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13352 |
14146 |
Chicago Race Riots, July 1919 |
Carl Sandburg |
*Non-fiction |
Carl Sandburg's succinct reporting on and reflections upon the race riots that broke out In Chicago in July 1919. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-chicago-race-riots-july-1919-by-carl-sandburg/ |
carl sandburg s succinct reporting reflections upon race riots broke chicago july 1919 summary kevins |
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13353 |
14147 |
Germana |
Edmond About |
General Fiction |
París 1853. Germana, una joven mujer noble, está enferma de tuberculosis y consagrada a la muerte. Esta circunstancia se convierte en la base de un acuerdo: ella deberá casarse con el Conde Don Diego y así darle un nombre a su hijo ilegítimo. A cambio, los padres de Germana recibirán una muy buena indemnización. Un largo viaje por Italia a Corfú, junto con su esposo, madre e hijo, bien podrían terminar, si no fuera Madame Chermidy, antigua amante de Don Diego y madre del niño. Ella todavía lo ama y está demasiado impaciente para esperar la desaparición natural de Germana. Así que ella sigue un plan intrigante en el que todos los medios son admisibles para ...\n<br>\nParis 1853. Germana, a young noblewoman, is ill with tuberculosis and consecrated to death. This circumstance becomes the basis of an agreement: she must marry Count Don Diego and thus give his illegitimate son a name. In return, Germana's parents will receive a very good compensation. A long trip through Italy to Corfu, together with her husband, mother and son, could well end, if it were not for Madame Chermidy, Don Diego's former lover and mother of the child. She still loves him and is too impatient to wait for Germana's natural disappearance. So she follows an intriguing plan in which all means are admissible to... (Summary by Claudia R Barrett) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/germana-by-edmond-about/ |
parís 1853 germana una joven mujer noble está enferma de tuberculosis consagrada la muerte esta circunstancia se convierte en la base de un acuerdo ella deberá casarse con el conde diego así darle un nombre su hijo ilegítimo cambio los padres de germana recibirán una muy buena indemnización un largo viaje por italia corfú junto con su esposo madre e hijo bien podrían terminar si fuera madame chermidy antigua amante de diego madre del niño ella todavía lo ama está demasiado impaciente para esperar la desaparición natural de germana así que ella sigue un plan intrigante en el que todos los medios son admisibles para br paris 1853 germana young noblewoman ill tuberculosis consecrated death circumstance becomes basis agreement must marry count diego thus give illegitimate son name return germana s parents receive good compensation long trip italy corfu together husband mother son could well end madame chermidy diego s former lover mother child still loves impatient wait germana s natural disappearance follows intriguing plan means admissible to summary claudia r barrett |
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13355 |
14149 |
Uncle Wiggily on the Farm |
Howard R. Garis |
Animals & Nature |
Uncle Wiggily is not feeling very well and Dr. Possum suggests a unique treatment. He tells Uncle Wiggily that he needs to get out in the country to a farm! Thus begins the adventures of Uncle Wiggily on his newly purchased farm. The publishers note says that, "the stories herein contained appeared originally in the Evening News, of Newark, N.J., where (so many children and their parents have been kind enough to say) they gave pleasure to a number of little folks and grown-ups also." ( SweetHome) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggily-on-the-farm-by-howard-r-garis/ |
uncle wiggily feeling well dr possum suggests unique treatment tells uncle wiggily needs get country farm thus begins adventures uncle wiggily newly purchased farm publishers note says that the stories herein contained appeared originally evening news newark n j so many children parents kind enough say gave pleasure number little folks grown ups also sweethome |
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13356 |
14150 |
Flowers of Shakespeare |
Esther Singleton |
*Non-fiction |
A lovely collection of information about those flowers that appear in William Shakespeare's work. The brief chapters are categorized by the four seasons in which the flowers first appear. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-flowers-of-shakespeare-by-esther-singleton/ |
lovely collection information flowers appear william shakespeare s work brief chapters categorized four seasons flowers first appear summary kevins |
| 13365 |
13357 |
14151 |
Martian Odyssey & A Valley of Dreams |
Stanley G. Weinbaum |
Science Fiction |
The first of these stories was originally published in the July 1934 issue of Wonder Stories. It was followed four months later by a sequel, "Valley of Dreams" in the same magazine. These classic stories take us to Mars where we meet a Martian, or at least something very different from us, and several other completely original specimens of life. The Martian "Tweel" looks like an ostrich and the Egyptian god Osiris - for good reason, as you will find out if you listen to the story! These are both classic, funny, strange, entertaining, and, in my opinion, great stories by an imaginative master - summary by philc |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-martian-odyssey-a-valley-of-dreams-by-stanley-g-weinbaum/ |
first stories originally published july 1934 issue wonder stories followed four months later sequel valley dreams magazine classic stories take us mars meet martian least something different us several completely original specimens life martian tweel looks like ostrich egyptian god osiris good reason find listen story classic funny strange entertaining and opinion great stories imaginative master summary philc |
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13358 |
14152 |
Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria, West Africa |
Elphinstone Dayrell |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Nature & Animal Fiction |
A collection of folk stories and fairy tales from Southern Nigeria gathered by Elphinstone Dayrell, deputy commissioner of the region when the book was published. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/folk-stories-from-southern-nigeria-west-africa-by-elphinstone-dayrell/ |
collection folk stories fairy tales southern nigeria gathered elphinstone dayrell deputy commissioner region book published summary elsie selwyn |
| 13367 |
13359 |
14153 |
Late Mattia Pascal |
Luigi Pirandello |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Mattia Pascal grew up in a small Italian town not dissimilar to that of the author's upbringing. Pascal leads a somewhat feckless boyhood, allowing opportunities to slip away from him and living on the accumulated but dwindling resources of his family. As a young man he finds himself duped into poverty and an unhappy marriage made sadder by grief. He escapes on an adventure at Monte Carlo where he submits himself to Fortune which provides him with an extraordinary erasure of his old identity and the funds to maintain a new one. With the passage of a couple of years however he becomes horribly disillusioned with his situation and the isolation it brings. In a dramatic act he reassumes his old persona and returns to his home town, only to find himself written out of the script of his own life.\nIn this novel Pirandello explores, as in his other works, themes of identity and reality, laced with plenty of wit and irony. (Peter Tucker) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-late-mattia-pascal-by-luigi-pirandello/ |
mattia pascal grew small italian town dissimilar author s upbringing pascal leads somewhat feckless boyhood allowing opportunities slip away living accumulated dwindling resources family young man finds duped poverty unhappy marriage made sadder grief escapes adventure monte carlo submits fortune provides extraordinary erasure old identity funds maintain new one passage couple years however becomes horribly disillusioned situation isolation brings dramatic act reassumes old persona returns home town find written script life novel pirandello explores works themes identity reality laced plenty wit irony peter tucker |
| 13368 |
13360 |
14154 |
Joyful Widower |
Robert Burns |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Joyful Widower by Robert Burns.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 23, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nMost of this song is by Burns: his fancy was fierce with images of matrimonial joy or infelicity, and he had them ever ready at the call of the muse. It was first printed in the Musical Museum.] (text )\n |
English |
1855 |
https://librivox.org/the-joyful-widower-by-robert-burns/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings joyful widower robert burns br weekly poetry project june 23 2019 br br song burns fancy fierce images matrimonial joy infelicity ever ready call muse first printed musical museum text |
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13361 |
14155 |
Jaffery |
William John Locke |
Published 1900 onward |
The book follows the lives of Hilary, the narrator, and three of his friends whom he met at Cambridge. One soon dies - another (Adrian) writes a hugely successful novel and marries Doria. Jaffery is a larger than life character who falls in love with Doria at first sight. Also in the story are Liosha, a fiery Albanian widow rescued from a life of servitude partly by Jaffery’s intervention, and Barbara, the steadfast wife of Hilary.\nTheir lives change and the story develops as Adrian struggles to write his second novel. (Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/jaffery-by-william-john-locke/ |
book follows lives hilary narrator three friends met cambridge one soon dies another adrian writes hugely successful novel marries doria jaffery larger life character falls love doria first sight also story liosha fiery albanian widow rescued life servitude partly jaffery s intervention barbara steadfast wife hilary lives change story develops adrian struggles write second novel summary simon evers |
| 13370 |
13362 |
14157 |
Little Miss Joy-Sing |
John Luther Long |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A pleasant kind of fantasy set in Japan concerning a woman and a prince. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/little-miss-joy-sing-by-john-luther-long/ |
pleasant kind fantasy set japan concerning woman prince summary kevins |
| 13371 |
13433 |
14242 |
Mabinogion, Volume 3 |
Anonymous |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction, Historical Fiction |
This is final volume of the Mabinogion. As with the other volumes, these Arthurian tales are translated from Welsh manuscripts and largely represent an earlier and more pagan period. |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-mabinogion-volume-3-by-anonymous/ |
final volume mabinogion volumes arthurian tales translated welsh manuscripts largely represent earlier pagan period |
| 13372 |
13363 |
14158 |
Dragons of the Air |
Harry Seeley |
Animals, Nature, Life Sciences |
Sir Richard Owen coined the term "dinosaur" ("Terrible Reptile" or "Fearfully Great Reptile") in the 19th century. When Harry G. Seeley, a student of law at that time, attended a lecture on flying reptiles, his interest in paleontology was piqued, and he pursued paleontology for the remainder of his life. He determined that dinosaurs could be divided into two groups, the lizard-hipped dinosaurs and the bird-hipped dinosaurs. He is also credited with characterizing flying dinosaurs as warm-blooded active flyers rather than cold-blooded passive gliders. His popular book on the flying dinosaurs, Dragons of the Air, is a comprehensive treatise on the structure, classification, and possible evolutionary origins of the Pterosaurs as well as their relationship to birds. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/dragons-of-the-air-by-harry-seeley/ |
sir richard owen coined term dinosaur terrible reptile fearfully great reptile 19th century harry g seeley student law time attended lecture flying reptiles interest paleontology piqued pursued paleontology remainder life determined dinosaurs could divided two groups lizard hipped dinosaurs bird hipped dinosaurs also credited characterizing flying dinosaurs warm blooded active flyers rather cold blooded passive gliders popular book flying dinosaurs dragons air comprehensive treatise structure classification possible evolutionary origins pterosaurs well relationship birds summary jeffery smith |
| 13373 |
13364 |
14159 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 17, Feb. 24, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction |
Harper's Young People, an illustrated weekly publication for children, includes delightful serialized and one-off short stories and tales from history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 17th issue of the serial, published on February 24, 1880, features stories of a fishing misadventure rewarded, a good deed gone wrong, a lost and found gold thimble, a bottomless sack and unlimited purse, and many more. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-17/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes delightful serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 17th issue serial published february 24 1880 features stories fishing misadventure rewarded good deed gone wrong lost found gold thimble bottomless sack unlimited purse many more periodical published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 13374 |
13365 |
14160 |
History of the Devil |
Daniel Defoe |
Fantastic Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
Also known as "A Political History of the Devil"\n\nThis book is divided into two parts: first, the history of the devil from his fall from heaven up to the time the book was written and second about his private conduct. Partly funny, partly religious, and partly critical of what was written before, the book is purely delightful to read. This is a lesser known work by the author of Robinson Crusoe and Moll Flanders. ( Stav Nisser.) |
English |
1727 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-the-devil-by-daniel-defoe/ |
also known a political history devil book divided two parts first history devil fall heaven time book written second private conduct partly funny partly religious partly critical written before book purely delightful read lesser known work author robinson crusoe moll flanders stav nisser |
| 13375 |
13366 |
14161 |
Tom-Cat |
Don Marquis |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 25 recordings of The Tom-Cat by Don Marquis. \nThis was the Fortnighty Poetry project for June 23, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA reflection on the tom-cat. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-tom-cat-by-don-marquis/ |
librivox volunteers bring 25 recordings tom cat marquis fortnighty poetry project june 23 2019 br br reflection tom cat summary kevins |
| 13376 |
13367 |
14162 |
Four Science Fiction Stories |
Alan E. Nourse |
Science Fiction |
Four Science Fiction stories published in Science Fiction Adventures Magazine and Galaxy Science Fiction, written by Alan Edward Nourse (August 11, 1928 – July 19, 1992). He was an American science fiction writer and physician. He wrote both juvenile and adult science fiction, as well as nonfiction works about medicine and science. His SF works sometimes focused on medicine and/or psionics. - Summary by wikipedia.org</p> |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/four-science-fiction-stories-by-alan-e-nourse/ |
four science fiction stories published science fiction adventures magazine galaxy science fiction written alan edward nourse august 11 1928 july 19 1992 american science fiction writer physician wrote juvenile adult science fiction well nonfiction works medicine science sf works sometimes focused medicine and or psionics summary wikipedia org p |
| 13377 |
13368 |
14163 |
Hellenic History |
George Willis Botsford |
Antiquity |
"The purpose of this volume is to present in brief scope the evolution of Greek civilization a culture simple in its essential unity, although seemingly complex in its many and wide ramifications. In the conviction that the chief aim of history is to explain the present, the author has centered his attention on those phases of Greek life which have influenced to a marked degree the civilization of today."\n"In short this book represents an effort to combine political, economic, social and cultural history in one synthesis, centering attention on those factors which have contributed essentially to modern civilization."\n"The Hellenic History is intended to serve primarily as a text-book for college courses in Greek history, and as a guide to the reader who is interested in one or more phases of Greek achievement." (From Preface) In memory of Beth Thomas (1974-2020) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/hellenic-history-by-george-willis-botsford/ |
the purpose volume present brief scope evolution greek civilization culture simple essential unity although seemingly complex many wide ramifications conviction chief aim history explain present author centered attention phases greek life influenced marked degree civilization today in short book represents effort combine political economic social cultural history one synthesis centering attention factors contributed essentially modern civilization the hellenic history intended serve primarily text book college courses greek history guide reader interested one phases greek achievement from preface memory beth thomas 1974 2020 |
| 13378 |
13369 |
14164 |
Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV |
John Locke |
Education, Writing & Linguistics, Modern |
This is the fourth book of John Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding. His book deals with knowledge and probability. He asks how far knowledge can go, if there are universal propositions, what are judgment and probability and deals with faith, reason and enthusiasm. - Summary by Soupy |
English |
1690 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-concerning-human-understanding-book-iv-by-john-locke/ |
fourth book john locke s essay concerning human understanding book deals knowledge probability asks far knowledge go universal propositions judgment probability deals faith reason enthusiasm summary soupy |
| 13379 |
13370 |
14166 |
History of Emily Montague Vol. II (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Moore Brooke |
Dramatic Readings, Epistolary Fiction |
The novel takes place 10 years after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 when Quebec becomes a British colony. Written as a collection of letters, the story follows the relationships between Edward Rivers (a British soldier), his friend, John Temple (rather a cad), Emily Montague (a young British woman), and her dearest friend, Arabella Fermor (a flirtatious drama queen). Giving glimpses into the new frontier discoveries of Canada, one not only peeks into the personal relationships of these characters but gets swept away by the enticing descriptions of the "new world." This is Volume 2 out of 4. - Summary by Amanda Friday\n<BR>Cast list:<br>\nEmily Montague: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12923"> EmmaHatton</a> <br> Edward Rivers: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801"> Jim Locke</a><br> Arabella Fermor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13638"> Grace Buchanan</a><br>George Clayton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13072"> Campbell Schelp</a> <br> William Fermor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278"> KevinS</a> <br> Mrs E. Melmoth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281"> Beth Thomas</a> <br>Lucy Rivers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614"> Leanne Yau</a><br> John Temple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170"> Alan Mapstone</a><br> Narration: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179"> Sonia</a> <br> edited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278"> KevinS</a><br> |
English |
1769 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-emily-montague-vol-ii-by-frances-moore-brooke/ |
novel takes place 10 years battle plains abraham 1759 quebec becomes british colony written collection letters story follows relationships edward rivers a british soldier friend john temple rather cad emily montague a young british woman dearest friend arabella fermor a flirtatious drama queen giving glimpses new frontier discoveries canada one peeks personal relationships characters gets swept away enticing descriptions new world volume 2 4 summary amanda friday br cast list br emily montague a href https librivox org reader 12923 emmahatton a br edward rivers a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br arabella fermor a href https librivox org reader 13638 grace buchanan a br george clayton a href https librivox org reader 13072 campbell schelp a br william fermor a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br mrs e melmoth a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br lucy rivers a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br john temple a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br narration a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br |
| 13380 |
13371 |
14167 |
Voices of the Rivers |
Nina Ruth Davis Salaman |
Single author, Lyric |
Nina Salaman was a noted scholar, translator and columnist. As well as translating medieval Hebrew poetry, she was a poet in her own right. This collection, first published in 1910, shows her remarkable grace. ( Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-voices-of-the-rivers-by-nina-ruth-davis-salaman/ |
nina salaman noted scholar translator columnist well translating medieval hebrew poetry poet right collection first published 1910 shows remarkable grace newgatenovelist |
| 13381 |
13372 |
14168 |
Child Whispers |
Enid Blyton |
Single author |
Enid Blyton's first published book; a short collection of poetry (28 poems and a short introduction.) - Summary by Peter Why |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/child-whispers-by-enid-blyton/ |
enid blyton s first published book short collection poetry 28 poems short introduction summary peter |
| 13382 |
13373 |
14169 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 21) - The Odyssey (Book 21) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Φ' - Τόξου θέσις.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 21: The Trial of the Bow and of the Axes.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 21: L’épreuve de l’arc.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/odyssey-book-21-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία φ τόξου θέσις br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 21 trial bow axes br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 21 l épreuve de l arc br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
| 13383 |
13374 |
14170 |
Long I Thought that Knowledge |
Walt Whitman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Long I Thought that Knowledge by Walt Whitman.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 30, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis poem is taken from Walt Whitman's 'Leaves of Grass" |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/long-i-thought-that-knowledge-by-walt-whitman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings long thought knowledge walt whitman br weekly poetry project june 30 2019 br br poem taken walt whitman s leaves grass |
| 13384 |
13375 |
14171 |
Mystery of the Fires (version 2) |
Edith Lavell |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Mary Louise Gay decided to spend the summer holiday in her family's cottage at Shady Nook. But an unknown arsonist has been setting the cottages on fire and it's up to Mary Lou, her best friend Jane, and their loyal pup Silky, to find out who the culprit is and save the houses and their summer holiday. - Summary by Mary Escano |
English |
1935 |
https://librivox.org/mystery-of-the-fires-v2-by-edith-lavell/ |
mary louise gay decided spend summer holiday family s cottage shady nook unknown arsonist setting cottages fire mary lou best friend jane loyal pup silky find culprit save houses summer holiday summary mary escano |
| 13385 |
13376 |
14172 |
My Little Book of Prayer |
Muriel Strode |
Single author, Free Verse |
A number of what we might call epigrams concerning one's will, determination, spirituality, and other foci of interest. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/my-little-book-of-prayer-by-muriel-strode/ |
number might call epigrams concerning one s will determination spirituality foci interest summary kevins |
| 13386 |
13377 |
14173 |
Gretchen |
Mary Jane Holmes |
Romance |
Rich and sophisticated Arthur Tracy returns to Tracy Park after several years abroad confused and mentally unstable. Initially claiming that Gretchen accompanied him on the boat and train back he then expects her to arrive at any moment. Meanwhile a child is found at the side of a woman frozen to death in the Tramp House nearby. Arthur's brother Frank believes he knows the child's identity but keeps it a secret fearing that his elaborate lifestyle could be in jeopardy. This is a heartwarming story with just the right mix of suspense and romance. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/gretchen-by-mary-jane-holmes/ |
rich sophisticated arthur tracy returns tracy park several years abroad confused mentally unstable initially claiming gretchen accompanied boat train back expects arrive moment meanwhile child found side woman frozen death tramp house nearby arthur s brother frank believes knows child s identity keeps secret fearing elaborate lifestyle could jeopardy heartwarming story right mix suspense romance summary celine major |
| 13387 |
13378 |
14174 |
Child's Life of St. Joan of Arc |
Mary E. Mannix |
Religion, Christianity - Biographies |
A biography of Saint Joan of Arc, geared towards children, but also can easily be enjoyed by adults. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-childs-life-of-st-joan-of-arc-by-mary-e-mannix/ |
biography saint joan arc geared towards children also easily enjoyed adults |
| 13388 |
13380 |
14178 |
Pâques d'Islande |
Anatole Le Braz |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Traditions, us et coutumes, croyances et religion, histoires écoutées et notées en Bretagne : en région du Trégor, et en Centre-Finistère, endroit fort typique des Montagnes Noires, Menez-du.<br>\nAnatole Le Braz (Le Bras, mais il a choisi Le Braz, pour la bonne prononciation de son nom), fut un conférencier très apprécié et a fait connaître et aimer la Bretagne, en France, et aussi aux U.S.A. et au Canada.<br>\nCe sont des Contes recueillis, et écrits avec fluidité et grand talent, où amour, habitudes bretonnes, etc... nous réjouissent.<br>\nA Motreff, par exemple, lors de "La Nuit des feux", chaque clan prépare son bûcher pour honorer Saint-Pierre et les âmes de ses morts, les anaon. \nDes aventures bien étranges arrivent aux habitants de cette belle contrée, au climat variable, à la géographie parfois tourmentée, où le sol peut être très riche, ou bien, de landes arides et d'espèces végétales très variées. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/paques-dislande-by-anatole-le-braz/ |
traditions us et coutumes croyances et religion histoires écoutées et notées en bretagne en région du trégor et en centre finistère endroit fort typique des montagnes noires menez du br anatole le braz le bras mais il choisi le braz pour la bonne prononciation de son nom fut un conférencier très apprécié et fait connaître et aimer la bretagne en france et aussi aux u s a et au canada br ce sont des contes recueillis et écrits avec fluidité et grand talent où amour habitudes bretonnes etc nous réjouissent br motreff par exemple lors de la nuit des feux chaque clan prépare son bûcher pour honorer saint pierre et les âmes de ses morts les anaon des aventures bien étranges arrivent aux habitants de cette belle contrée au climat variable à la géographie parfois tourmentée où le sol peut être très riche ou bien de landes arides et d espèces végétales très variées summary christiane jehanne |
| 13389 |
13381 |
14179 |
Explanation of Catholic Morals |
Rev. John H. Stapleton |
Modern |
A Concise, Reasoned, and Popular Exposition of Catholic Morals. The ten commandments, vice and virtue from the Catholic perspective.<br><br>\n\nThe contents of this volume appeared originally in The Catholic Transcript, of Hartford, Connecticut, in weekly installments, from February, 1901, to February, 1903.<br><br>\n\n |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/explanation-of-catholic-morals-by-rev-john-h-stapleton/ |
concise reasoned popular exposition catholic morals ten commandments vice virtue catholic perspective br br contents volume appeared originally catholic transcript hartford connecticut weekly installments february 1901 february 1903 br br |
| 13390 |
13382 |
14180 |
Golden Book of the Dutch Navigators |
Hendrik van Loon |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
This is a story of magnificent failures. The men who equipped the expeditions of which I shall tell you the story died in the poorhouse. The men who took part in these voyages sacrificed their lives as cheerfully as they lighted a new pipe or opened a fresh bottle. Some of them were drowned, and some of them died of thirst. A few were frozen to death, and many were killed by the heat of the scorching sun. \nBut what of it? It was all in the day's work. These excellent fellows took whatever came, be it good or bad, or indifferent, with perfect grace, and kept on smiling. They kept their powder dry, did whatever their hands found to do, and left the rest to the care of that mysterious Providence who probably knew more about the ultimate good of things than they did. - Summary from the preface |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-golden-book-of-the-dutch-navigators-by-hendrik-van-loon/ |
story magnificent failures men equipped expeditions shall tell story died poorhouse men took part voyages sacrificed lives cheerfully lighted new pipe opened fresh bottle drowned died thirst frozen death many killed heat scorching sun it day s work excellent fellows took whatever came good bad indifferent perfect grace kept smiling kept powder dry whatever hands found do left rest care mysterious providence probably knew ultimate good things did summary preface |
| 13391 |
13383 |
14181 |
Rivers to the Sea (Version 2) |
Sara Teasdale |
Poetry |
Sara Teasdale never disappoints. This lovely book of lyrical poems reminds us of the eternal verities of love, loss and life. - Summary by AnnaLisa Bodtker |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/rivers-to-the-sea-version-2-by-sara-teasdale/ |
sara teasdale never disappoints lovely book lyrical poems reminds us eternal verities love loss life summary annalisa bodtker |
| 13392 |
13384 |
14183 |
My Chinese Marriage |
Mae Franking |
Biography & Autobiography, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Mae Watkins, a University of Michigan student, unexpectedly falls in love with a Chinese international law student in the midst of World War I. Despite the socially unacceptable pairing the couple decide to tie the knot and forge ahead with an unsure future. Mae demonstrates her unique ability to observe and describe a foreign culture after their move to Shanghai. She documents in detail her perceptions of Chinese fashion and food in addition to her knowledge of such controversial customs as foot binding and widow suicide. She offers great compassion for her Chinese family, both current and past. This book was ghost written by Katherine Anne Porter and published in Asia in serialized form in 1920. The original manuscript has been lost, but the serial form was subsequently republished. - Summary by Danielle Cartwright |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/my-chinese-marriage-by-mae-franking/ |
mae watkins university michigan student unexpectedly falls love chinese international law student midst world war i despite socially unacceptable pairing couple decide tie knot forge ahead unsure future mae demonstrates unique ability observe describe foreign culture move shanghai documents detail perceptions chinese fashion food addition knowledge controversial customs foot binding widow suicide offers great compassion chinese family current past book ghost written katherine anne porter published asia serialized form 1920 original manuscript lost serial form subsequently republished summary danielle cartwright |
| 13393 |
13385 |
14184 |
Bealby; A Holiday |
H. G. Wells |
Children's Fiction, Family, General |
Bealby is the comical story of the escapade of a thirteen-year-old boy when he rebels against his placement as a steward's-room boy in the great house of an estate named Shonts (his stepfather, Mr. Darling, is a gardener there) and flees—not, however, before thoroughly upsetting a weekend party where the nouveau riche couple renting Shonts is entertaining the Lord Chancellor. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/bealby-a-holiday-by-h-g-wells/ |
bealby comical story escapade thirteen year old boy rebels placement steward s room boy great house estate named shonts his stepfather mr darling gardener there flees not however thoroughly upsetting weekend party nouveau riche couple renting shonts entertaining lord chancellor summary wikipedia |
| 13394 |
13386 |
14185 |
À travers les régions de France |
Georges François Renard |
Travel & Geography |
Partant de la Provence, Georges Renard prend le lecteur en route à travers toutes les régions de la France. Ces 23 vignettes humoristiques ainsi que poétiques devraient donner envie de visiter ces sites intéressants et d'y passer un petit séjour. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/a-travers-les-regions-de-france-by-georges-francois-renard/ |
partant de la provence georges renard prend le lecteur en route à travers toutes les régions de la france ces 23 vignettes humoristiques ainsi que poétiques devraient donner envie de visiter ces sites intéressants et d y passer un petit séjour summary sonia |
| 13395 |
13387 |
14186 |
Surgeon In Arms |
Robert James Manion |
War & Military, Medical, Memoirs |
Robert James Manion (1881-1943) was a Canadian doctor who volunteered in the Canadian medical corps during World War I. This book is his memoir of the war. After the war he entered politics and served in several Canadian governments. The listener may note a lack of mention of the United States soldier; this is because the memoir was written before the entry of that country into the war. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-surgeon-in-arms-by-robert-james-manion/ |
robert james manion 1881 1943 canadian doctor volunteered canadian medical corps world war i book memoir war war entered politics served several canadian governments listener may note lack mention united states soldier memoir written entry country war summary david wales |
| 13396 |
13389 |
14188 |
Hope |
William Dean Howells |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Hope by William Dean Howells.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for July 7, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA short, vivid seafaring poem that holds out hope for an afterlife, wonderfully crafted by William Dean Howells, an American novelist, literary critic, poet and playwright, nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters". He was particularly known for his tenure as editor of The Atlantic Monthly, as well as for his own prolific writings (Summary by Michele Fry and Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/hope-by-william-dean-howells/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings hope william dean howells br weekly poetry project july 7 2019 br br short vivid seafaring poem holds hope afterlife wonderfully crafted william dean howells american novelist literary critic poet playwright nicknamed the dean american letters particularly known tenure editor atlantic monthly well prolific writings summary michele fry wikipedia |
| 13397 |
13390 |
14189 |
Pussy Black-Face: The Story of a Kitten and Her Friends |
Marshall Saunders |
Animals & Nature |
"My name is Pussy Black-Face, and I am a naughty young kitten. I wish I were good like my mother. She is the best cat that I ever saw. I try to be like her, and sometimes I succeed, but most times I don't." From the start of this darling book about a kitten and her mis-adventures in the house and the more dangerous place outside. Follow her as she learns (mostly the hard way) about people, children, dogs and other cats. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/pussy-black-face-the-story-of-a-kitten-and-her-friends-by-marshall-saunders/ |
my name pussy black face naughty young kitten wish good like mother best cat ever saw try like her sometimes succeed times don t start darling book kitten mis adventures house dangerous place outside follow learns mostly hard way people children dogs cats summary phil chenevert |
| 13398 |
13391 |
14190 |
Gems of Chinese Verse |
Juyi Bai 白居易 |
Anthologies |
Translations of various Chinese poets' work. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/gems-of-chinese-verse-by-various/ |
translations various chinese poets work summary kevins |
| 13399 |
13392 |
14191 |
Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV |
Frantz Funck-Brentano |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The court of French King Louis XIV was not a safe place to be. It was filled with plots and intrigues, leaving observers and commentators with more questions than answers among speculation and innuendo. Funck-Brentano was a scholar, librarian and expert on the political climate of eighteenth century France. Backing up his work with research in the archives of the Bastille, he attempts to explain and throw light on the tumultuous times. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/princes-and-poisoners-studies-of-the-court-of-louis-xiv-by-frantz-funck-brentano/ |
court french king louis xiv safe place be filled plots intrigues leaving observers commentators questions answers among speculation innuendo funck brentano scholar librarian expert political climate eighteenth century france backing work research archives bastille attempts explain throw light tumultuous times summary lynne thompson |
| 13400 |
13393 |
14192 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 067 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. Two U.S. Presidents are remembered in "A Colored Man's Reminiscences of James Madison" and Washington's "Address to Congress on Resigning His Commission (1783)." Other topics in history and political theory include two of George W. Ball's memos about the Vietnam War from 1965, "Irish Marriage Rites," "Celts and Celtophiles," Kropotkin on "Anarchism in Socialistic Evolution," a tragedy at sea ("The Titanic"), and a look back at "The Passing of the Sailing Ship." Religion and philosophy are represented with two selections from Kierkegaard's "Preparation for a Christian Life" and a sermon by Spurgeon ("Glorious Predestination"). Biographies pay homage to the mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan. How-to and guidance readings include farming advice from George Washington Carver ("Help for Hard Times"), "Teaching Mathematics with Paper Folding," "Sexual Neuroses," and "Elementary Lessons in Cookery." "The Common Milkweed" celebrates one of summer's roadside flowers. Finally Richard de Bury pens a tribute to books in a selection from the Philobiblon, written in 1345. Summary by Sue Anderson<br><br>Selections from Kierkegaard were translated by Lee M. Hollander<br>\nThat the Treasure of Wisdom is Chiefly Contained in Books was translated by E.C. Thomas |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-067-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers two u s presidents remembered a colored man s reminiscences james madison washington s address congress resigning commission 1783 topics history political theory include two george w ball s memos vietnam war 1965 irish marriage rites celts celtophiles kropotkin anarchism socialistic evolution tragedy sea the titanic look back the passing sailing ship religion philosophy represented two selections kierkegaard s preparation christian life sermon spurgeon glorious predestination biographies pay homage mathematical genius srinivasa ramanujan how to guidance readings include farming advice george washington carver help hard times teaching mathematics paper folding sexual neuroses elementary lessons cookery the common milkweed celebrates one summer s roadside flowers finally richard de bury pens tribute books selection philobiblon written 1345 summary sue anderson br br selections kierkegaard translated lee m hollander br treasure wisdom chiefly contained books translated e c thomas |
| 13401 |
13394 |
14194 |
Lake Mystery |
Marvin Dana |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
When an old miser dies, he leaves behind valuable gold. Naturally, many people want it. But the miser has not made it easy, hiding the gold with cryptic clues. Saxe, the son of a former music student of the miser, leads the charge to find it along with some old friends before time runs out and the money goes to the miser's blood relatives. But when an evil engineer tries to sneak in and find the gold for himself, Saxe and his crew must try to find the gold while evading the engineer. Who will find the gold first?. (Campbell Schelp) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-lake-mystery-by-marvin-dana/ |
old miser dies leaves behind valuable gold naturally many people want it miser made easy hiding gold cryptic clues saxe son former music student miser leads charge find along old friends time runs money goes miser s blood relatives evil engineer tries sneak find gold himself saxe crew must try find gold evading engineer find gold first campbell schelp |
| 13402 |
13395 |
14195 |
20 Short Science Fiction Stories |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Compilation of 20 Science Fiction Short Stories - Summary by Kirk Ziegler</p> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/20-short-science-fiction-stories-by-various/ |
compilation 20 science fiction short stories summary kirk ziegler p |
| 13403 |
13396 |
14196 |
Rock Crystal (Version 2) |
Adalbert Stifter |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Lovely story of two children who get lost in a hazardous winter crossing of an Alpine pass after visiting their grandparents in a neighboring village. Full of beautiful details about the lives of the hardy villagers, and their love for their families and their mountain home. - Summary by Carol Pelster |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/rock-crystal-by-adalbert-stifter-2/ |
lovely story two children get lost hazardous winter crossing alpine pass visiting grandparents neighboring village full beautiful details lives hardy villagers love families mountain home summary carol pelster |
| 13404 |
13397 |
14197 |
A to Zed Collection |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Anthologies |
A collection of pieces, both fiction and non-fiction, that have as its subject a word beginning with a specific letter of the English alphabet. Subjects can range from coffee to tea, animals to vampires, law to emotions. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-a-to-zed-collection-by-various/ |
collection pieces fiction non fiction subject word beginning specific letter english alphabet subjects range coffee tea animals vampires law emotions |
| 13405 |
13398 |
14198 |
Our Little Brazilian Cousin |
Mary F. Nixon-Roulet |
General |
A part of a series introducing young people to the lives of others from various countries. This book recounts the adventures and experiences of Affonso, a Brazilian boy. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/our-little-brazilian-cousin-by-mary-f-nixon-roulet/ |
part series introducing young people lives others various countries book recounts adventures experiences affonso brazilian boy summary kevins |
| 13406 |
13399 |
14199 |
Einstein Theory of Relativity |
Hendrik A. Lorentz |
Mathematics, Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
When Albert Einstein published his first paper on relativity theory, it caused a stir in the physicists' community. When more and more evidence was gathered to prove the theory correct, even laymen became interested in it. Since the theory of relativity uses involved higher mathematics, it is considered notoriously difficult to grasp, and at the time it was published, it was claimed that only 12 people in the world were able to fully understand it. One of these was the Dutch physicist Hendrik Lorentz, who wrote the articles collected in this book for a lay audience. He explains the basics of the theory in clear and concise terms without needing any mathematics. All that is needed to fo follow his arguments is a bit of patience and time. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-einstein-theory-of-relativity-by-hendrik-a-lorentz/ |
albert einstein published first paper relativity theory caused stir physicists community evidence gathered prove theory correct even laymen became interested it since theory relativity uses involved higher mathematics considered notoriously difficult grasp time published claimed 12 people world able fully understand it one dutch physicist hendrik lorentz wrote articles collected book lay audience explains basics theory clear concise terms without needing mathematics needed fo follow arguments bit patience time summary availle |
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Antología de autores argentinos |
Various |
Anthologies |
En 1880 Argentina exhibía un Estado nacional consolidado, una economía capitalista en expansión, una sociedad dinámica. Los cincuenta años subsiguientes marcaron logros aún más importantes: un crecimiento económico de los mayores del mundo, la vertiginosa diversificación de la sociedad impulsada por la inmigración y expresada en una modesta pero cierta modernización cultural y un sistema político que trabajosamente buscó su estabilidad en la democracia. La inserción en el mundo fue el motor de estos logros, pero también ella, portadora de crisis económicas e ideológicas, le puso fin en 1930. La generación del ’80, traza teórica y metódica, de una literatura con señales propias, acentúa la coloración europeizante y la primacía cultural de Buenos Aires por antonomasia. Todavía no son significativas las letras de provincia, aunque hay figuras notables como Domingo Faustino Sarmiento (1811-1888), Juana Manuela Gorriti (1818-1892), o Fray Mocho (1858-1903).\nLa corriente inmigratoria de variedad étnica, acentúa el cambio de la gran aldea por la urbe cosmopolita. La poesía es lírica e imprecatoria\nEn cambio, el ensayo es un género reciente, en el que se destacan figuras como Joaquín V. González (1863-1923) o Carlos Romagosa (1865-1906). <br>\nPor último, la narrativa en la generación del ’80, péndula entre lo social y el costumbrismo, un ejemplo de ello es Miguel Cané (1851-1905). Hacia final de siglo XIX, de la mano y la letra de Rubén Darío (1867-1916), poeta nicaragüense llamado el príncipe de las letras castellanas, surge el Modernismo. Preciosismo y simbolismo, resumen la nueva estética, la que dará la voz más alta de la poesía argentina contemporánea: Leopoldo Lugones (1874-1938), a quien se debe, asimismo, el primer cuento de ciencia ficción en nuestra literatura. Lugones es el paradigma que cesura en dos campos la literatura argentina La voz de Lugones, entonces, resonará por largo tiempo, junto a otra gran poeta como fue Alfonsina Storn; pero, lateralmente, surgen otras dos líneas de creación. En primer término, encontramos el criollismo, pontificador del realismo rural, con Horacio Quiroga (1878-1937) y Roberto J. Payró (1867-1928). En segundo término, el sencillismo, una poética de lo popular con Evaristo Carriego (1883-1912). Un intermedio crítico permite rescatar, entre otros, el tradicionalismo de Ricardo Güiraldes (1886-1927) o Martiniano Leguizamon (1851-1935); el preciosismo de los hermanos Lucio V Mansilla (1831-1913) y Eduarda Mansilla(1834 - 1892); o el eclecticismo de Eduardo Wilde (1844 -1913) o Eduardo L. Holmberg (1852-1937) Victor Juan Guillot (1886-1940). - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/antologia-de-autores-argentinos-by-various/ |
en 1880 argentina exhibía un estado nacional consolidado una economía capitalista en expansión una sociedad dinámica los cincuenta años subsiguientes marcaron logros aún más importantes un crecimiento económico de los mayores del mundo la vertiginosa diversificación de la sociedad impulsada por la inmigración expresada en una modesta pero cierta modernización cultural un sistema político que trabajosamente buscó su estabilidad en la democracia la inserción en el mundo fue el motor de estos logros pero también ella portadora de crisis económicas e ideológicas le puso fin en 1930 la generación del 80 traza teórica metódica de una literatura con señales propias acentúa la coloración europeizante la primacía cultural de buenos aires por antonomasia todavía son significativas las letras de provincia aunque hay figuras notables como domingo faustino sarmiento 1811 1888 juana manuela gorriti 1818 1892 fray mocho 1858 1903 la corriente inmigratoria de variedad étnica acentúa el cambio de la gran aldea por la urbe cosmopolita la poesía es lírica e imprecatoria en cambio el ensayo es un género reciente en el que se destacan figuras como joaquín v gonzález 1863 1923 carlos romagosa 1865 1906 br por último la narrativa en la generación del 80 péndula entre lo social el costumbrismo un ejemplo de ello es miguel cané 1851 1905 hacia final de siglo xix de la mano la letra de rubén darío 1867 1916 poeta nicaragüense llamado el príncipe de las letras castellanas surge el modernismo preciosismo simbolismo resumen la nueva estética la que dará la voz más alta de la poesía argentina contemporánea leopoldo lugones 1874 1938 quien se debe asimismo el primer cuento de ciencia ficción en nuestra literatura lugones es el paradigma que cesura en dos campos la literatura argentina la voz de lugones entonces resonará por largo tiempo junto otra gran poeta como fue alfonsina storn pero lateralmente surgen otras dos líneas de creación en primer término encontramos el criollismo pontificador del realismo rural con horacio quiroga 1878 1937 roberto j payró 1867 1928 en segundo término el sencillismo una poética de lo popular con evaristo carriego 1883 1912 un intermedio crítico permite rescatar entre otros el tradicionalismo de ricardo güiraldes 1886 1927 martiniano leguizamon 1851 1935 el preciosismo de los hermanos lucio v mansilla 1831 1913 eduarda mansilla 1834 1892 el eclecticismo de eduardo wilde 1844 1913 eduardo l holmberg 1852 1937 victor juan guillot 1886 1940 summary phileas fogg |
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Doomsday Eve |
Robert Moore Williams |
Science Fiction |
In the midst of the war—that terrible conflict that threatened humanity's total destruction—the "new people" suddenly appeared. Quietly performing incredible deeds, vanishing at will, they were an enigma to both sides. Kurt Zen was an American intelligence officer among the many sent to root them out. He found them. Taken captive in their hidden lair, he waited as the enemy prepared to launch the super missile, the bomb to end all bombs—and all life. If only he could find the source of the new people's power, Kurt alone might be able to prevent obliteration of the Earth....\n - Summary by Original text |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/doomsday-eve-by-robert-moore-williams/ |
midst war that terrible conflict threatened humanity s total destruction the new people suddenly appeared quietly performing incredible deeds vanishing will enigma sides kurt zen american intelligence officer among many sent root out found them taken captive hidden lair waited enemy prepared launch super missile bomb end bombs and life could find source new people s power kurt alone might able prevent obliteration earth summary original text |
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13402 |
14202 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 082 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. The ever-popular detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle, tales of dark times of war and conflict and more upbeat selections from Jane Austen and L.M. Montgomery round out this, the 82nd edition of the Librivox Short Story Collections.\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-082-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers ever popular detective stories arthur conan doyle tales dark times war conflict upbeat selections jane austen l m montgomery round this 82nd edition librivox short story collections |
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14203 |
Pep: The Story Of A Brave Dog |
Clarence Hawkes |
Nature & Animal Fiction, War & Military Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
This 1922 adventure story for youth and dog lovers will delight anyone with just a little suspension of disbelief. Sentimental and anthropomorphic, it’s still a good read/listen for those who would appreciate how a devoted dog saved his physician master’s life during World War I. Clarence Hawkes, crippled and blind, was a prolific, popular writer, well-known for his nature stories in the twentieth century. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pep-the-story-of-a-brave-dog-by-clarence-hawkes/ |
1922 adventure story youth dog lovers delight anyone little suspension disbelief sentimental anthropomorphic it s still good read listen would appreciate devoted dog saved physician master s life world war i clarence hawkes crippled blind prolific popular writer well known nature stories twentieth century summary david wales |
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14204 |
Our Mat |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Our Mat by A. B. Paterson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for July 14, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nBanjo Paterson's speculations on a piece of prison craft. This poem references The Darlinghurst Gaol, a former Australian prison located in Darlinghurst, New South Wales. Australian poet Henry Lawson spent time incarcerated there during some of the turbulent years of his life and described the gaol as Starvinghurst Gaol due to meagre rations given to the inmates. It was closed in 1914 and has subsequently been repurposed to house the National Art School. (Wilipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/our-mat-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings mat a b paterson br weekly poetry project july 14 2019 br br banjo paterson s speculations piece prison craft poem references darlinghurst gaol former australian prison located darlinghurst new south wales australian poet henry lawson spent time incarcerated turbulent years life described gaol starvinghurst gaol due meagre rations given inmates closed 1914 subsequently repurposed house national art school wilipedia |
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14206 |
Odyssey (Version 3) |
Homer |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity) |
The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other Homeric epic. The Odyssey is fundamental to the modern Western canon; it is the second-oldest extant work of Western literature, while the Iliad is the oldest. Scholars believe the Odyssey was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia. The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths), king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed Odysseus has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors, the Mnesteres or Proci, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-odyssey-version-3-by-homer/ |
odyssey one two major ancient greek epic poems attributed homer is part sequel iliad homeric epic odyssey fundamental modern western canon second oldest extant work western literature iliad oldest scholars believe odyssey composed near end 8th century bc somewhere ionia greek coastal region anatolia poem mainly focuses greek hero odysseus known ulysses roman myths king ithaca journey home fall troy takes odysseus ten years reach ithaca ten year trojan war absence assumed odysseus died wife penelope son telemachus must deal group unruly suitors mnesteres proci compete penelope s hand marriage summary mark nelson |
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Our Master: Thoughts for Salvationists about Their Lord |
Bramwell Booth |
Christianity - Other |
Bramwell Booth was the oldest child of William and Catherine Booth, the founders of the Salvation Army. Upon the death of his father, Willie, as he was known within the family, succeeded his father moving from the Army’s first chief of staff to the helm as General. Although his autocratic leadership style caused great dissent within the ranks of the Army, and ultimately lead to his removal, he has left a legacy in this book of cherished insights into the life and character of Christ, the Lord of the universal army of all followers of the Master. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/our-master-thoughts-for-salvationists-about-their-lord-by-bramwell-booth/ |
bramwell booth oldest child william catherine booth founders salvation army upon death father willie known within family succeeded father moving army s first chief staff helm general although autocratic leadership style caused great dissent within ranks army ultimately lead removal left legacy book cherished insights life character christ lord universal army followers master summary larry wilson |
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14209 |
Christian Nurse and Her Mission in the Sick Room |
François-Xavier Gautrelet |
Christianity - Other |
François-Xavier Gautrelet was a French Jesuit priest whose legacy survives as being the inspiration and originator of the Apostleship of Prayer in 1844. In this volume he gives an extensive spritual and practical guide to nurses and others who minister to the sick and dying.\nThe translator, John Mason Neale, was a British Anglican who served as warden ot Sackville College, an almshouse at East Grinstead for many years. In 1854 he co-founded the Society of Saint Margaret, an order of women in the Church of England dedicated to nursing the sick. He is best known to the world, however, as the author and translator of many hymns including “O come, O come, Emmanuel.”\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-christian-nurse-and-her-mission-in-the-sick-room-by-francois-xavier-gautrelet/ |
françois xavier gautrelet french jesuit priest whose legacy survives inspiration originator apostleship prayer 1844 volume gives extensive spritual practical guide nurses others minister sick dying translator john mason neale british anglican served warden ot sackville college almshouse east grinstead many years 1854 co founded society saint margaret order women church england dedicated nursing sick best known world however author translator many hymns including o come come emmanuel summary larry wilson |
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Theism or Atheism, The Great Alternative |
Chapman Cohen |
Atheism & Agnosticism |
A thought-provoking treatise from 20th century English freethinker, atheist and secularist writer, Chapman Cohen. Here, he lays out the development of the god-idea from primitive to modern times, and makes a compelling argument for atheism over theism or agnosticism. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/theism-or-atheism-the-great-alternative-by-chapman-cohen/ |
thought provoking treatise 20th century english freethinker atheist secularist writer chapman cohen here lays development god idea primitive modern times makes compelling argument atheism theism agnosticism summary j m smallheer |
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English and Cantonese Dictionary |
John Chalmers |
Reference |
John Chalmers’ English and Cantonese Dictionary offers a valuable glimpse into the state of Cantonese that was spoken in Canton and in the colony of Hong Kong during the late nineteenth and the early twentieth century; through the comprehension of, and the presentation made by, Mr. Chalmers and some other foreigners. Anyone who has only heard Chinese spoken in Putonghua/Mandarin, can now hear how different Chinese may sound in Cantonese; and how different its style and expression are from that of Putonghua.<br>\nWords were listed in alphabetical order, each of which was accompanied by its corresponding Chinese characters (logograms), and was followed by tonal markings for its Cantonese pronunciation. Additional words and/or expressions in Cantonese that derived from the word were also found in many of the entries. A handy introduction to the rules for pronouncing Cantonese and those for their tonal markings could also be found.<br>\nPlease refer to the <a href="https://archive.org/download/english_and_cantonese_dictionary_2005_librivox/englishcantonesedictionary_2005_booklet.pdf">appended booklet</a> for further remarks by the reader and a full index of this recording. (summary by the reader) <br><br>\n\nAdditional Proof Listening by <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13265">YuqingJune</a> |
Cantonese Chinese |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/english-and-cantonese-dictionary-by-john-chalmers/ |
john chalmers english cantonese dictionary offers valuable glimpse state cantonese spoken canton colony hong kong late nineteenth early twentieth century comprehension of presentation made by mr chalmers foreigners anyone heard chinese spoken putonghua mandarin hear different chinese may sound cantonese different style expression putonghua br words listed alphabetical order accompanied corresponding chinese characters logograms followed tonal markings cantonese pronunciation additional words and or expressions cantonese derived word also found many entries handy introduction rules pronouncing cantonese tonal markings could also found br please refer a href https archive org download english_and_cantonese_dictionary_2005_librivox englishcantonesedictionary_2005_booklet pdf appended booklet a remarks reader full index recording summary reader br br additional proof listening a href https librivox org reader 13265 yuqingjune a |
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14214 |
Impresiones y paisajes |
Federico García Lorca |
Narratives, Exploration |
Libro de viajes de Federico García Lorca, donde recoge sus impresiones y pensamientos íntimos ante la contemplación de distintos lugares de la geografía española que recorrió en su juventud y que como él mismo decía "[i]los recuerdos de viaje son una vuelta a viajar, pero ya con más melancolía y dándose cuenta más intensamente de los encantos de las cosas. (Summary by Epachuko) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/impresiones-y-paisajes-by-federico-garcia-lorca/ |
libro de viajes de federico garcía lorca donde recoge sus impresiones pensamientos íntimos ante la contemplación de distintos lugares de la geografía española que recorrió en su juventud que como él mismo decía i los recuerdos de viaje son una vuelta viajar pero ya con más melancolía dándose cuenta más intensamente de los encantos de las cosas summary epachuko |
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Four Stragglers |
Frank L. Packard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction |
This thrilling novel teems with intrigue and unforgettable characters. It opens during WWI with a few allied soldiers lost at night behind German lines. One of them shoots at another in the darkness. Members of a criminal gang before the war, the men resume their unlawful activities when peacetime returns. The gang’s leader receives a letter that results in his leaving London for a small island off the Florida Keys. He is “as clever a scoundrel and as miserable, inhuman and unscrupulous a one as ever blasphemed the image in which God made him… He is without conscience, ruthless, a fiend who would do honour to hell itself." <br>\nFrank L. Packard authored many popular novels, several of which were made into movies, including a series in which he originated the idea of a heroic crime fighter with a secret double identity. --Lee Smalley |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-four-stragglers-by-frank-l-packard/ |
thrilling novel teems intrigue unforgettable characters opens wwi allied soldiers lost night behind german lines one shoots another darkness members criminal gang war men resume unlawful activities peacetime returns gang s leader receives letter results leaving london small island florida keys as clever scoundrel miserable inhuman unscrupulous one ever blasphemed image god made him without conscience ruthless fiend would honour hell itself br frank l packard authored many popular novels several made movies including series originated idea heroic crime fighter secret double identity lee smalley |
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13412 |
14216 |
3 SF Stories by Jack Williamson |
Jack Williamson |
Science Fiction |
Three classic SF stories by Jack Williamson: The Cosmic Express, The Pygmy Planet and Salvage in Space. All were published in Astounding Stories in the very early 1930's. and all are fine examples of the far ranging imagination of science fiction writers of the day. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/3-sf-stories-by-jack-williamson-by-jack-williamson/ |
three classic sf stories jack williamson cosmic express pygmy planet salvage space published astounding stories early 1930 s fine examples far ranging imagination science fiction writers day summary phil chenevert |
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13414 |
14218 |
Primer Libro de los Reyes |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
¿Te fascina la historia? Entonces, este libro ¡te encantará!<br />\nEn el Primer Libro de los Reyes encontrarás historias acerca de la sabiduría del Rey Salomón, la Reina de Saba, el poder sobrenatural de Dios manifestado a través del profeta Elías, Jezabel, la reina malvada y mucho más. El Primer Libro de los Reyes comienza con la muerte del rey David (alrededor del año 970 aC) y el magnífico reinado de su hijo, Salomón, quien escribió gran parte de la literatura sobre sabiduría de Israel. La infidelidad de Salomón más adelante en su vida preparó el escenario para la apostasía general entre el pueblo de Israel. Las duras políticas de su hijo Roboam condujeron a la revuelta de las tribus del norte bajo el mando Jeroboam I y la división de Israel. Las tribus del norte llevabaron posteriormente el nombre de Israel, mientras que las tribus del sur se llamarían Judá. El Primer Libro de los Reyes describe la construcción del templo en Jerusalén y la importancia de la adoración apropiada. La fidelidad de Dios a Su pueblo se muestra cuando envió profetas, especialmente a Elías, a advertirles que no sirvieran a otros dioses. Se desconoce el nombre del autor. <br /><br />\n\nEnglish Translation:<br /><br />\n\nDo you love History? You’re in for a treat! <br />\nIn the First Book of Kings you will find stories about the wisdom of King Solomon, the Queen of Sheba, the supernatural power of God manifested through the prophet Elijah, Jezebel, the evil queen, and much more. The First Book of the Kings begins with the death of King David (circa 970 BC) and the magnificent reign of his son, Solomon, who wrote much of the wisdom literature of Israel. Solomon's unfaithfulness later in his life set the stage for general apostasy among the people of Israel. The harsh policies of his son Rehoboam led to the revolt of the northern tribes under the command of Jeroboam I, and the division of Israel. The tribes of the north later took the name of Israel, whereas the tribes of the south would be called Judah. The First Book of the Kings describes the construction of the temple in Jerusalem and the importance of proper worship. God's faithfulness to His people is shown when He sent prophets, especially Elijah, to warn them not to serve other gods. The name of the author is unknown.<br />\n - Summary by Claudia Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/el-primer-libro-de-los-reyes-by-reina-valera/ |
te fascina la historia entonces este libro te encantará br en el primer libro de los reyes encontrarás historias acerca de la sabiduría del rey salomón la reina de saba el poder sobrenatural de dios manifestado través del profeta elías jezabel la reina malvada mucho más el primer libro de los reyes comienza con la muerte del rey david alrededor del año 970 ac el magnífico reinado de su hijo salomón quien escribió gran parte de la literatura sobre sabiduría de israel la infidelidad de salomón más adelante en su vida preparó el escenario para la apostasía general entre el pueblo de israel las duras políticas de su hijo roboam condujeron la revuelta de las tribus del norte bajo el mando jeroboam la división de israel las tribus del norte llevabaron posteriormente el nombre de israel mientras que las tribus del sur se llamarían judá el primer libro de los reyes describe la construcción del templo en jerusalén la importancia de la adoración apropiada la fidelidad de dios su pueblo se muestra cuando envió profetas especialmente elías advertirles que sirvieran otros dioses se desconoce el nombre del autor br br english translation br br love history you re treat br first book kings find stories wisdom king solomon queen sheba supernatural power god manifested prophet elijah jezebel evil queen much more first book kings begins death king david circa 970 bc magnificent reign son solomon wrote much wisdom literature israel solomon s unfaithfulness later life set stage general apostasy among people israel harsh policies son rehoboam led revolt northern tribes command jeroboam i division israel tribes north later took name israel whereas tribes south would called judah first book kings describes construction temple jerusalem importance proper worship god s faithfulness people shown sent prophets especially elijah warn serve gods name author unknown br summary claudia barrett |
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House by the Medlar Tree |
Giovanni Verga |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Travel Fiction, Family Life |
In a nineteenth century Sicilian fishing village, the Malavoglia family gambles everything on being able to profit from a cargo of lupin nuts. The cargo is lost at sea and a succession of misfortunes and tragedies assails the family. A masterpiece of social commentary hailed within Italy but neglected by the wider world, The House by the Medlar Tree ranks alongside the works of Zola, Dickens or Balzac among the great books of European literature. The book is the inspiration behind the 1948 film 'La Terra Trema' ('The Earth Trembles'), one of the earliest works of the great Italian director Luchino Visconti. - Summary by Tom Denholm |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-by-the-medlar-tree-by-giovanni-verga/ |
nineteenth century sicilian fishing village malavoglia family gambles everything able profit cargo lupin nuts cargo lost sea succession misfortunes tragedies assails family masterpiece social commentary hailed within italy neglected wider world house medlar tree ranks alongside works zola dickens balzac among great books european literature book inspiration behind 1948 film la terra trema the earth trembles one earliest works great italian director luchino visconti summary tom denholm |
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14220 |
World’s Story Volume VIII: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, Greenland and the Search for the Poles |
Eva March Tappan |
Sagas, History |
This is the eighth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Topics in Part VIII include excerpts from the Eddas, the life of the Vikings, the Scandinavian kings' fight for supremacy and the race towards the North and South Pole. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Cast list for The ghost of Hamlet's father:<BR>\nBernardo: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Francisco: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Horatio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Marcellus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Hamlet: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-viii-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
eighth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century topics part viii include excerpts eddas life vikings scandinavian kings fight supremacy race towards north south pole summary sonia br cast list ghost hamlet s father br bernardo a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a francisco a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a horatio a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a marcellus a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a hamlet a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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Some Famous Women |
Louise Creighton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Medical |
Louise Creighton (1850-1936) was a British author and women's rights activist. The wife of the Anglican bishop of London, she was the mother of seven children. In this short book, Creighton gives us chapters on such well-known women as Joan of Arc, Florence Nightingale, and Queen Victoria. But we also learn about St. Hilda, the 7th century royal princess who became an influential abbess, the prison reformer, Elizabeth Fry, and Isabella Bird, who thrilled Victorian readers with accounts of her lone travels on horseback to remote and perilous places. - Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D. |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/some-famous-women-by-louise-creighton/ |
louise creighton 1850 1936 british author women s rights activist wife anglican bishop london mother seven children short book creighton gives us chapters well known women joan arc florence nightingale queen victoria also learn st hilda 7th century royal princess became influential abbess prison reformer elizabeth fry isabella bird thrilled victorian readers accounts lone travels horseback remote perilous places summary pamela nagami m d |
| 13424 |
13418 |
14222 |
Contes du soleil et de la brume |
Anatole Le Braz |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Anatole Le Braz fut un écrivain de talent, recueillant des contes, des traditions, des us et coutumes, des croyances, en Bretagne. Bretagne qu'il fit connaître et aimer en France, et aussi au Canada, aux U.S.A., par ses livres et conférences.<br>\nIci, trois chapitres, constitués de plusieurs nouvelles : Paysages de légende, Nuits d'apparitions et Équipées de printemps.<br>\nOù l’on suit un barde aveugle, la fragile Tryphine, des personnes aussi rencontrées par l’auteur, et où l’on découvre des récits, des croyances et des faits impressionnants… et peut-être véridiques… dans cette contrée si riche de paysages variés.<br>\nEt, avec Equipées de printemps et ses 2 Nouvelles:<br>\n- La foire grasse, une épopée hilarante. Humour et gourmandises bretonnes...<br>\n- Les Pâques de Loull Vraz, Loull qui va, mais oui…, aller à Rome et aussi à Jérusalem, avec Marie-Janic…<br>\nSa « circulaire moitié » craint le pire. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/contes-du-soleil-et-de-la-brume-by-anatole-le-braz/ |
anatole le braz fut un écrivain de talent recueillant des contes des traditions des us et coutumes des croyances en bretagne bretagne qu il fit connaître et aimer en france et aussi au canada aux u s a par ses livres et conférences br ici trois chapitres constitués de plusieurs nouvelles paysages de légende nuits d apparitions et équipées de printemps br où l on suit un barde aveugle la fragile tryphine des personnes aussi rencontrées par l auteur et où l on découvre des récits des croyances et des faits impressionnants et peut être véridiques dans cette contrée si riche de paysages variés br et avec equipées de printemps et ses 2 nouvelles br la foire grasse une épopée hilarante humour et gourmandises bretonnes br les pâques de loull vraz loull qui va mais oui aller à rome et aussi à jérusalem avec marie janic br sa circulaire moitié craint le pire summary christiane jehanne |
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13434 |
14243 |
Margaret Fuller (Marchesa Ossoli) |
Julia Ward Howe |
Biography & Autobiography, Early Modern |
A biography of the early feminist writer Margaret Fuller, a groundbreaking journalist and author of Woman in the Nineteenth Century, and one of America's first prominent feminists. The author is Julia Ward Howe, best known for writing "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," as well as numerous other works of prose and poetry, and a leader of the suffragist movement. - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/margaret-fuller-marchesa-ossoli-by-julia-ward-howe/ |
biography early feminist writer margaret fuller groundbreaking journalist author woman nineteenth century one america s first prominent feminists author julia ward howe best known writing the battle hymn republic well numerous works prose poetry leader suffragist movement summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 13426 |
13419 |
14223 |
Stories of the Cave People |
Mary Marcy |
Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
"In this little book I have sought, in a series of stories or sketches, to present only the first steps in human progress. Man has risen from a stage of lowest savagery, little higher than the apes, buffeted by the hand of Nature, dependent upon the wild game he might kill or the food he found ready to hand, a fearing and a furtive creature of the forests and of the plains, preyed upon by a thousand stronger foes, to a being able to provide warmth and clothing and shelter against the rains and the cold and food against the seasons. He has become a master instead of a plaything of the elements. In a large measure he has become arbiter of his own food supply and, hence, his own destiny. He has subjugated, in a marvelous degree, the forces of Nature and harnessed them to his needs." - Summary by the author |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-cave-people-by-mary-marcy/ |
in little book sought series stories sketches present first steps human progress man risen stage lowest savagery little higher apes buffeted hand nature dependent upon wild game might kill food found ready hand fearing furtive creature forests plains preyed upon thousand stronger foes able provide warmth clothing shelter rains cold food seasons become master instead plaything elements large measure become arbiter food supply and hence destiny subjugated marvelous degree forces nature harnessed needs summary author |
| 13427 |
13420 |
14224 |
Mother Earth, Vol. 1 No. 3, May 1906 |
Various |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction |
"Mother Earth was an American anarchist journal that described itself as "A Monthly Magazine Devoted to Social Science and Literature". Founded in early 1906 and initially edited by Emma Goldman, an activist in the United States, it published articles by contemporary activists and writers in Europe as well as the US, in addition to essays by historic figures." (Wikipedia) This is Volume 1 of the series. This is the third number of the magazine. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mother-earth-3-by-various/ |
mother earth american anarchist journal described a monthly magazine devoted social science literature founded early 1906 initially edited emma goldman activist united states published articles contemporary activists writers europe well us addition essays historic figures wikipedia volume 1 series third number magazine |
| 13428 |
13421 |
14225 |
Brown Brethren |
Patrick MacGill |
Historical Fiction |
The Brown Brethren tells the story of friends and comrades who fought together during World War I on the Western Front. The principal characters belong to the London Irish Rifles, a volunteer regiment whose 1st Battalion was mobilized immediately with the outbreak of the war. The 1st Battalion, to which this story's characters belong, especially distinguished itself at the Battle of Loos in 1915. This book takes the men up through the Battle of the Somme (1916.) - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-brown-brethren-by-patrick-macgill/ |
brown brethren tells story friends comrades fought together world war western front principal characters belong london irish rifles volunteer regiment whose 1st battalion mobilized immediately outbreak war 1st battalion story s characters belong especially distinguished battle loos 1915 book takes men battle somme 1916 summary kevins |
| 13429 |
13422 |
14226 |
Natalie Page |
Katharine Haviland Taylor |
Family Life |
Natalie Page is coming to visit her aunt and uncle in New York. Of course they want her around, but every social engagement is more important, even when she is ill. So Natalie starts to focus on small mysteries like her stolen bracelet, and observe the people around her. She writes a lot about their norms, habits and deeds. Would she be able to frive during her stay or would she always remain in the shadow of her socialite aunt and cousins? Would she be able to find herself? - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/natalie-page-by-katharine-haviland-taylor/ |
natalie page coming visit aunt uncle new york course want around every social engagement important even ill natalie starts focus small mysteries like stolen bracelet observe people around her writes lot norms habits deeds would able frive stay would always remain shadow socialite aunt cousins would able find herself summary stav nisser |
| 13430 |
13423 |
14230 |
Eutifrón |
Plato (Πλάτων) |
Ancient |
La naturaleza de la santidad, o usando el lenguaje de Platón, lo santo, ocupa el fondo del diálogo; y un supuesto encuentro del adivino Eutifrón con Sócrates es lo que da origen a la cuestión. Eutifrón pretende realizar un acto santo, reclamado por la justicia, pidiendo, con ocasión de la muerte de un esclavo, una condena contra su padre. Sócrates representa en este caso la conciencia moral y la razón. (Patricio de Azcárate) Grabación realizada en colaboración: Tux, Epachuko y KevinS. La composición se terminó durante la pandemia del Covid-19, en abril de 2020. |
Spanish |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/eutifron-by-plato/ |
la naturaleza de la santidad usando el lenguaje de platón lo santo ocupa el fondo del diálogo un supuesto encuentro del adivino eutifrón con sócrates es lo que da origen la cuestión eutifrón pretende realizar un acto santo reclamado por la justicia pidiendo con ocasión de la muerte de un esclavo una condena contra su padre sócrates representa en este caso la conciencia moral la razón patricio de azcárate grabación realizada en colaboración tux epachuko kevins la composición se terminó durante la pandemia del covid 19 en abril de 2020 |
| 13431 |
13424 |
14232 |
History of Our Own Times From the Accession of Queen Victoria to the General Election of 1880, Volume III |
Justin McCarthy |
War & Military, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Volume III of this history of Victorian Britain begins in 1856 with the gunboat diplomacy of the Second Opium War and then moves to the harrowing days of the Indian (Sepoy) Rebellion of 1857. In June 1858, Benjamin Disraeli secures passage of the Jews Relief Act and Baron Lionel Nathan de Rothschild takes his seat in Parliament. Prince Albert dies after a short illness in December 1861, leaving a distraught and cloistered Queen. Lord Palmerston's diplomacy increases Britain's influence on the Continent, while the Civil War in America divides the country in surprising ways. Bismarck emerges and Prussia begins her ascent to power. (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-our-own-times-queen-victoria-to-general-election-1880-vol3-by-justin-mccarthy/ |
volume iii history victorian britain begins 1856 gunboat diplomacy second opium war moves harrowing days indian sepoy rebellion 1857 june 1858 benjamin disraeli secures passage jews relief act baron lionel nathan de rothschild takes seat parliament prince albert dies short illness december 1861 leaving distraught cloistered queen lord palmerston s diplomacy increases britain s influence continent civil war america divides country surprising ways bismarck emerges prussia begins ascent power pamela nagami m d |
| 13432 |
13425 |
14233 |
Heidi (version 3) |
Johanna Spyri |
Family |
Johanna Spyri’s classic story of a 5 year old little Swiss orphan who is heartbroken when she must leave her beloved grandfather and their happy home in the mountains to go to school and to care for an invalid girl in the city. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children" ( phil chenevert and the author) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/heidi-version-3-by-johanna-spyri/ |
johanna spyri s classic story 5 year old little swiss orphan heartbroken must leave beloved grandfather happy home mountains go school care invalid girl city written book for children love children phil chenevert author |
| 13433 |
13426 |
14234 |
Binsey Poplars |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Binsey Poplars by Gerard Manley Hopkins SJ.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for July 21, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nGerard Manley Hopkins SJ was an English poet and Jesuit priest, whose posthumous fame established him among the leading Victorian poets. His manipulation of prosody (particularly his concept of sprung rhythm and use of imagery) established him as an innovative writer of verse. Two of his major themes were nature and religion. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/binsey-poplars-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings binsey poplars gerard manley hopkins sj br weekly poetry project july 21 2019 br br gerard manley hopkins sj english poet jesuit priest whose posthumous fame established among leading victorian poets manipulation prosody particularly concept sprung rhythm use imagery established innovative writer verse two major themes nature religion summary wikipedia |
| 13434 |
13427 |
14235 |
Balade si Idile |
George Coșbuc |
Single author |
"Pe câmpul vast al publicisticii române, pe care crește atâta spanac des și abundent, a apărut în sfârșit zilele acestea și un copac și e așa de mândru și așa de puternic, că mii și mii de recolte de buruieni se vor perinda și el va sta tot mereu în picioare, tot mai sănătos și mai trainic, înfruntând gustul actual și vremea cu schimbările ei capricioase și făcând din ce în ce mai mult fala limbii noastre românești - un volum de Balade și idile de George Coșbuc." - Summary by Ion Luca Caragiale |
Romanian |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/balade-si-idile-by-george-cosbuc/ |
pe câmpul vast al publicisticii române pe care crește atâta spanac des și abundent apărut în sfârșit zilele acestea și un copac și e așa de mândru și așa de puternic că mii și mii de recolte de buruieni se vor perinda și el va sta tot mereu în picioare tot mai sănătos și mai trainic înfruntând gustul actual și vremea cu schimbările ei capricioase și făcând din ce în ce mai mult fala limbii noastre românești un volum de balade și idile de george coșbuc summary ion luca caragiale |
| 13435 |
13428 |
14236 |
Ruggles of Red Gap |
Harry Leon Wilson |
Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
A stuffy class-conscious gentleman's valet is transplanted to the rough uncivilized American northwest, where the rubes and social climbers are duly impressed with his manners and style. Will the American freedom rub off on the Englishman, or will the churlish Americans acquire some high-class polish? Witty social commentary a la P.G. Wodehouse's Jeeves and Wooster. - Summary by Carol Pelster |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/ruggles-of-red-gap-by-harry-leon-wilson/ |
stuffy class conscious gentleman s valet transplanted rough uncivilized american northwest rubes social climbers duly impressed manners style american freedom rub englishman churlish americans acquire high class polish witty social commentary la p g wodehouse s jeeves wooster summary carol pelster |
| 13436 |
13429 |
14237 |
Carpenter's World Travels: France to Scandinavia |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Travel & Geography |
A travelogue through the countries of France, Belgium, Holland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden for young and old alike. Interesting big cities and lesser known areas that provide a glimpse of Europe nearly 100 years ago. Summary by BettyB |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/france-to-scandinavia-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
travelogue countries france belgium holland denmark norway sweden young old alike interesting big cities lesser known areas provide glimpse europe nearly 100 years ago summary bettyb |
| 13437 |
13430 |
14238 |
Contes du jour et de la nuit |
Guy de Maupassant |
Family Life, Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Dans cette compilation de 27 contes parfois tristes, horribles, marrants ou même fantastiques, Guy de Maupassant (1850-1893) montre de nouveau son talent dans l'art d'observer la vie quotidienne des gens et d'en créer des histoires surprenantes. Le contraste entre l'obscurité de la nuit et la clarté du jour y est reflété dans le comportement des hommes, dans leurs émotions, dans leurs actions. \n<br>Ce projet rassemble les 21 histoires contenues dans l'édition originale de 1885, les 5 histoires incorporées dans les éditions suivantes et une histoire inédite de l'édition de 1909. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/contes-du-jour-et-de-la-nuit-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
dans cette compilation de 27 contes parfois tristes horribles marrants ou même fantastiques guy de maupassant 1850 1893 montre de nouveau son talent dans l art d observer la vie quotidienne des gens et d en créer des histoires surprenantes le contraste entre l obscurité de la nuit et la clarté du jour est reflété dans le comportement des hommes dans leurs émotions dans leurs actions br ce projet rassemble les 21 histoires contenues dans l édition originale de 1885 les 5 histoires incorporées dans les éditions suivantes et une histoire inédite de l édition de 1909 summary sonia |
| 13438 |
13431 |
14240 |
Shan Folk Lore Stories from the Hill and Water Country |
William Charles Griggs |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The following stories have been taken from the great[v] mass of unwritten lore that is to the black-eyed, brown-skinned boys and girls of the Shan mountain country of Burma what "Jack the Giant Killer" and "Cinderella" are to our own children.<br><br>\n\nThe old saw as to the songs and laws of a country may or may not be true. I feel confident, however, that stories such as these, being as they are purely native, with as little admixture of Western ideas as it was possible to give them in dressing them in their garment of English words, will give a better insight into what the native of Burma really is, his modes of thought and ways of looking at and measuring things, than a treatise thrice as long and representing infinitely more literary merit than will be found in these little tales; and at the same time I hope they will be found to the average reader, at least, more interesting. -- from the author's introduction - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/shan-folk-lore-stories-from-the-hill-and-water-country-by-william-charles-griggs/ |
following stories taken great v mass unwritten lore black eyed brown skinned boys girls mountain country burma jack giant killer cinderella children br br old saw songs laws country may may true feel confident however stories these purely native little admixture western ideas possible give dressing garment english words give better insight native burma really is modes thought ways looking measuring things treatise thrice long representing infinitely literary merit found little tales time hope found average reader least interesting author s introduction summary larry wilson |
| 13439 |
13432 |
14241 |
Junior Classics Volume 3: Tales from Greece and Rome |
Various |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The purpose of The Junior Classics is to provide, in ten volumes containing about five thousand pages, a classified collection of tales, stories, and poems, both ancient and modern, suitable for boys and girls of from six to sixteen years of age. (summary from book introduction)\nThis collection consists of Volume 3, including many tales from Homer and Virgil among others. - Summary by William Patten |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-3-tales-from-greece-and-rome-by-various/ |
purpose junior classics provide ten volumes containing five thousand pages classified collection tales stories poems ancient modern suitable boys girls six sixteen years age summary book introduction collection consists volume 3 including many tales homer virgil among others summary william patten |
| 13440 |
13435 |
14244 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 22) - The Odyssey (Book 22) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Χ' - Μνηστηροφονία.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 22: The Killing of the Suitors.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 22: Massacre des Prétendants.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/odyssey-book-22-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία χ μνηστηροφονία br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 22 killing suitors br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 22 massacre des prétendants br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
| 13441 |
13436 |
14245 |
Twelve Good Musicians: From John Bull to Henry Purcell |
Frederick Bridge |
Biography & Autobiography |
Brief sketches of the lives and music of 12 well-known musicians. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/twelve-good-musicians-from-john-bull-to-henry-purcell-by-frederick-bridge/ |
brief sketches lives music 12 well known musicians summary kevins |
| 13442 |
13437 |
14246 |
Capital and Interest |
Frédéric Bastiat |
*Non-fiction, Business & Economics |
Frédéric Bastiat was an early 19th century French economist/statesman whose common sense essays tried to battle the rise of socialist ideology after the French revolution, where provisional governments were rivaling each other for power. Of central concern was who should control the money. How is wealth created? How should it be divided amongst the people? What services should government provide? Same questions we are asking now. This essay addresses the popular fallacy of the day that Capital should be available to all gratuitiously, without necessity of paying back loans, and looking upon any form of interest as Usury. Bastiat argued that capital is created by savings, and savings are what makes borrowing possible so the common man can get ahead and prosper, and lending is only worth the risk if the lender profits by it, via interest. He demonstrated the law of supply and demand, that, in essence, interest decreases as availability of capital increases. His basic premises is that without a leisure class (people who have money to spare over earning daily bread), there would be nothing to borrow, so that neither the common man nor society can prosper. Translated from the French by Horace White of Chicago. I have divided this essay up into segments for ease of comprehension. - Summary by Michele Fry |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/capital-and-interest-by-frederic-bastiat/ |
frédéric bastiat early 19th century french economist statesman whose common sense essays tried battle rise socialist ideology french revolution provisional governments rivaling power central concern control money wealth created divided amongst people services government provide questions asking now essay addresses popular fallacy day capital available gratuitiously without necessity paying back loans looking upon form interest usury bastiat argued capital created savings savings makes borrowing possible common man get ahead prosper lending worth risk lender profits it via interest demonstrated law supply demand that essence interest decreases availability capital increases basic premises without leisure class people money spare earning daily bread would nothing borrow neither common man society prosper translated french horace white chicago divided essay segments ease comprehension summary michele fry |
| 13443 |
13438 |
14247 |
Chronicles of America Volume 10 - Conquest of New France |
George Wrong |
War & Military, Religion, Early Modern |
The English colonies, holding a great stretch of the Atlantic seaboard, increased in number and power. New France also grew stronger. The steady hostility of the rivals never wavered. There was, indeed, little open warfare as long as the two Crowns remained at peace. From 1660 to 1688, the Stuart rulers of England remained subservient to their cousin the Bourbon King of France and at one with him in religious faith. But after the fall of the Stuarts France bitterly denounced the new King, William of Orange, as both a heretic and a usurper, and attacked the English in America with a savage fury unknown in Europe. From 1690 to 1760 the combatants fought with little more than pauses for renewed preparation, and the conflict ended only when France yielded to England the mastery of her empire in America. It is the story of this struggle, covering a period of seventy years, which is told in the following pages. - Summary from the Introduction |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-10-conquest-of-new-france-by-george-wrong/ |
english colonies holding great stretch atlantic seaboard increased number power new france also grew stronger steady hostility rivals never wavered was indeed little open warfare long two crowns remained peace 1660 1688 stuart rulers england remained subservient cousin bourbon king france one religious faith fall stuarts france bitterly denounced new king william orange heretic usurper attacked english america savage fury unknown europe 1690 1760 combatants fought little pauses renewed preparation conflict ended france yielded england mastery empire america story struggle covering period seventy years told following pages summary introduction |
| 13444 |
13439 |
14248 |
Essays on Prohibition |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
A collection of essays regarding the pros and cons of prohibition of alcoholic beverages, principally in the United States. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/essays-on-prohibition-by-various/ |
collection essays regarding pros cons prohibition alcoholic beverages principally united states summary kevins |
| 13445 |
13440 |
14249 |
Coffee Break Collection 21 -- Fairy Tales, Tall Stories and Scams |
Various |
|
This is the twenty-first Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is fairy tales... traditional children's tales, tall stories and notorious scams and the authors of thm may be uncovered! Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, essays... all are welcome here.\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-21-fairy-tales-tall-stories-and-scams-by-various/ |
twenty first coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection fairy tales traditional children s tales tall stories notorious scams authors thm may uncovered fiction non fiction poetry prose essays welcome here |
| 13446 |
13441 |
14250 |
Love Stories Volume 1 |
Various |
Romance, Short Stories |
Here are 20 love stories under an hour each, covering all kinds of experiences involving romantic or other kinds of love resulting in heartbreak or happiness -- where the heart overflows with passion, pride, emotion or wonder. ( ~ Michele Fry) |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-stories-volume-1-by-various/ |
20 love stories hour each covering kinds experiences involving romantic kinds love resulting heartbreak happiness heart overflows passion pride emotion wonder michele fry |
| 13447 |
13459 |
14272 |
Rimas Versión 2 |
Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer |
Single author |
Las "Rimas" de Becquer pueden presumir de ser, probablemente, el conjunto de poemas más conocido, y recitado de memoria, por la mayoría de los hablantes de español. Poesía del Romanticismo por excelencia. - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/rimas-version-2-by-gustavo-adolfo-becquer/ |
las rimas de becquer pueden presumir de ser probablemente el conjunto de poemas más conocido recitado de memoria por la mayoría de los hablantes de español poesía del romanticismo por excelencia summary epachuko |
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13442 |
14251 |
Statement of Stella Maberly |
F. Anstey |
Gothic Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
From childhood Stella Maberly has been violently wilful and jealous, yet certain of her own superiority. She can be loving and friendly, but soon loses friends, when in the grip of her “demons” she acts with disdain and subtle cruelty, and then revels in the misery of her loneliness. Her paranoia results in tragedy for her best friend Evelyn, and Stella comes to believe that Evelyn is possessed by an evil spirit. In this statement Stella reflects on the events leading to her present situation...Was the evil imagined? Who was “possessed”? Is Stella to be blamed or pitied? This story can be seen from two viewpoints: do we take the words of the other characters literally at face value, or are we being influenced by Stella's interpretation? It’s fun to try interpreting from both angles! (Summary by Anne F) |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-statement-of-stella-maberly-by-f-anstey/ |
childhood stella maberly violently wilful jealous yet certain superiority loving friendly soon loses friends grip demons acts disdain subtle cruelty revels misery loneliness paranoia results tragedy best friend evelyn stella comes believe evelyn possessed evil spirit statement stella reflects events leading present situation was evil imagined possessed stella blamed pitied story seen two viewpoints take words characters literally face value influenced stella s interpretation it s fun try interpreting angles summary anne f |
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13443 |
14253 |
Nami-ko |
Kenjiro Tokutomi |
Family Life, Literary Fiction |
Nami-ko, a young woman of a noble Japanese family, has recently married the naval officer Takeo, the only heir of a friend of her father's. The couple is very happy together and Takeo is doing everything to create the perfect life for his wife, even more so when she contracts tuberculosis. Takeo's mother, however, sees Nami's illness as a threat to the survival of the family line. Egged on by Chijiwa, a spurned lover of Nami's and Takeo's cousin, she uses her son's absence to send Nami back to her family, thus effecting a divorce. Upon his return, Takeo is furious, but, unable to undo the divorce, he goes off to the front line in the war with China. Meanwhile, Nami is getting worse, and her only wish is to be able to see Takeo one more time... <br>\nThis is the best known novel by Kenjiro (pen-name: Roka) Tokutomi. Written in 1899 as Hototogisu (The Cuckoo), it deals with the life of the upper classes in the early years after the Meiji Restoration, when Japan was torn between ancient traditions and modern Western influences. The novel was translated several times soon after its publication. This translation is by Sakae Shioya and E. F. Edgett from 1904. (Summary by Availle) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/namiko-by-kenjiro-tokutomi/ |
nami ko young woman noble japanese family recently married naval officer takeo heir friend father s couple happy together takeo everything create perfect life wife even contracts tuberculosis takeo s mother however sees nami s illness threat survival family line egged chijiwa spurned lover nami s takeo s cousin uses son s absence send nami back family thus effecting divorce upon return takeo furious but unable undo divorce goes front line war china meanwhile nami getting worse wish able see takeo one time br best known novel kenjiro pen name roka tokutomi written 1899 hototogisu the cuckoo deals life upper classes early years meiji restoration japan torn ancient traditions modern western influences novel translated several times soon publication translation sakae shioya e f edgett 1904 summary availle |
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13444 |
14254 |
Lifting Of The Mist |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Lifting Of The Mist by E. Pauline Johnson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for July 28, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nHer education was neither extensive nor elaborate, and embraced neither High School nor College. ... she acquired a wide general knowledge, having been, through childhood and early girlhood, a great reader, especially of poetry. Before she was twelve years old she had read every line of Scott's poems, every line of Longfellow, much of Byron, Shakespeare, and such books as Addison's "Spectator," Foster's Essays and Owen Meredith. (from the Biographical Sketch in Flint and Feather, Collected Verse By E. Pauline Johnson) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-lifting-of-the-mist-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings lifting mist e pauline johnson br weekly poetry project july 28 2019 br br education neither extensive elaborate embraced neither high school college acquired wide general knowledge been childhood early girlhood great reader especially poetry twelve years old read every line scott s poems every line longfellow much byron shakespeare books addison s spectator foster s essays owen meredith from biographical sketch flint feather collected verse e pauline johnson |
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13445 |
14255 |
Tables Turned; an Evening Scene |
William Wordsworth |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Tables Turned; an Evening Scene by William Wordsworth.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 28, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nOur author is urging his friend to quit his books, get outdoors and appreciate nature. ( David Lawrence ) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-tables-turned-an-evening-scene-by-william-wordsworth/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings tables turned evening scene william wordsworth br fortnightly poetry project july 28 2019 br br author urging friend quit books get outdoors appreciate nature david lawrence |
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13446 |
14256 |
Practical Mysticism: A Little Book for Normal People |
Evelyn Underhill |
*Non-fiction, Religion |
Underhill’s definition of mysticism, her exploration of the stages of spiritual progress along the mystical path, and her argument about the practical application of mysticism for ordinary people. (Summary by Carla Arnell) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/practical-mysticism-by-evelyn-underhill/ |
underhill s definition mysticism exploration stages spiritual progress along mystical path argument practical application mysticism ordinary people summary carla arnell |
| 13453 |
13447 |
14258 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 068 |
Various |
*Non-fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Twenty short nonfiction works in the public domain. "The Regulation of Time" \nand "Uniform Standard Time" are two of several readings which touch on social \nregulation, societal norms, and individual expression. Others examine dancing mania \n("Choreomania"); gender conformity ("A Mormon Strategy"); race laws ("Black Code of \nIllinois"); etiquette and social class ("Housekeeping at the White House (1903)"; "Opportunity" (a view by Ambrose Bierce); organized religion ("The Church in Liverpool in the Early 1800s"); oratory and persuasion ("Pliny to Cerealis" and "The Martians"); legal protection for original ideas ("Copyright for a banana costume"); and an exhortation to judge men by their deeds, not their names ("First Apology of Justin Martyr"). Music and books are celebrated in "Fidelio;" "The Function of a National Library;" "Books in the Wilderness;" and Oscar Wilde's "To Read or Not to Read." Natural science is represented by "Coral and Coral Reefs" and "Making a Rock Garden." Finally, a fateful communique is examined in the "Zimmermann Telegram." Summary by Sue Anderson\n<br><br>\nPliny to Cerealis: Letter XXIV was translated by William Melmoth\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-068-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works public domain the regulation time uniform standard time two several readings touch social regulation societal norms individual expression others examine dancing mania choreomania gender conformity a mormon strategy race laws black code illinois etiquette social class housekeeping white house 1903 opportunity a view ambrose bierce organized religion the church liverpool early 1800s oratory persuasion pliny cerealis the martians legal protection original ideas copyright banana costume exhortation judge men deeds names first apology justin martyr music books celebrated fidelio the function national library books wilderness oscar wilde s to read read natural science represented coral coral reefs making rock garden finally fateful communique examined zimmermann telegram summary sue anderson br br pliny cerealis letter xxiv translated william melmoth |
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13448 |
14259 |
Governess; Or, The Little Female Academy |
Sarah Fielding |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, General, School |
The Governess, or The Little Female Academy (published 1749) by Sarah Fielding is the first full-length novel written for children, and a significant work of 18th-century children's literature. (Wikipedia)</p> It's about a boarding school for girls and its students. On each day, a story or part of a story is read aloud to the girls. Then Mrs. Teachum, who runs the school, explains the lesson to be taken from each reading. - Summary by mlcui |
English |
1749 |
https://librivox.org/the-governess-or-the-little-female-academy-by-sarah-fielding/ |
governess little female academy published 1749 sarah fielding first full length novel written children significant work 18th century children s literature wikipedia p boarding school girls students day story part story read aloud girls mrs teachum runs school explains lesson taken reading summary mlcui |
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13449 |
14260 |
Little Jack Rabbit and Chippy Chipmunk |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. This is the fourth of the Little Jack Rabbit books. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/little-jack-rabbit-and-chippy-chipmunk-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series fourth little jack rabbit books summary larry wilson |
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13450 |
14261 |
d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 3, Part 3: The Man in the Iron Mask (version 2) |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, Historical Fiction |
Volume 3 of The d'Artagnan Romances is divided into three parts. In this, the final part, d’Artagnan’s fortune is near its height; having become the illustrious Captain of the Musketeers, he is now the chief defender of King Louis XIV. Fortune has also smiled on his three companions: Aramis is a wealthy bishop and the powerful, secret Superior General of the Jesuit Order (or “the black pope”); Athos is the premier nobleman of France; and Porthos becomes a Duke with the proud but garishly long-winded title of “du Vallon de Bracieux de Pierrefonds.” On the opposite side of fortune, we find the young Phillippe, a desolate iron-masked prisoner in the infamous Bastille who has been deprived of everything, even his true identity, and the formerly rich and powerful Superintendent of Finance, Nicholas Fouquet. Aramis dupes the good-natured Porthos and desperate Fouquet into aiding Phillippe… with disastrous consequences for all, including d’Artagnan and King Louis XIV! Dumas spares none in this conclusion. Indeed, the turn of events drive d’Artagnan to ask, “What is there left for man after youth, love, glory, friendship, strength, and wealth have disappeared?” His answer, a true Gascon to the end, does provides some inspiration: “Forward! still forward! When it is time, God will tell me, as he foretold the others.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-dartagnan-romances-vol-3-part-3-the-man-in-the-iron-mask-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
volume 3 d artagnan romances divided three parts this final part d artagnan s fortune near height become illustrious captain musketeers chief defender king louis xiv fortune also smiled three companions aramis wealthy bishop powerful secret superior general jesuit order or the black pope athos premier nobleman france porthos becomes duke proud garishly long winded title du vallon de bracieux de pierrefonds opposite side fortune find young phillippe desolate iron masked prisoner infamous bastille deprived everything even true identity formerly rich powerful superintendent finance nicholas fouquet aramis dupes good natured porthos desperate fouquet aiding phillippe disastrous consequences all including d artagnan king louis xiv dumas spares none conclusion indeed turn events drive d artagnan ask what left man youth love glory friendship strength wealth disappeared answer true gascon end provides inspiration forward still forward time god tell me foretold others summary jvanstan |
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13451 |
14262 |
On Angel's Wings |
Louisa Lilias Plunket Greene |
Family |
Louisa Lilias Plunket Greene was an Irish author of children's books. However, like any good book for children, this book is also for adults. Everybody knows Violet, the girl who always sits in the window and looks at any passerby, the girl who is just looking, and never playing outside. The children tell her she is a hunchback. The adults consider them cruel. This book is exactly about that conflict. How much to tell? How much to shelter a girl from a world she might never be able to join? Can Violet be happy with her lot, even in the face of trouble? This is a very touching book for those who want to learn about children, the adults who love them, and what it truly means to be different. - Summary by Stav Nisser |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/on-angels-wings-by-louisa-lilias-plunket-greene/ |
louisa lilias plunket greene irish author children s books however like good book children book also adults everybody knows violet girl always sits window looks passerby girl looking never playing outside children tell hunchback adults consider cruel book exactly conflict much tell much shelter girl world might never able join violet happy lot even face trouble touching book want learn children adults love them truly means different summary stav nisser |
| 13458 |
13452 |
14263 |
Dagonet Ditties |
George R. Sims |
Single author |
George Robert Sims was an English journalist, poet, dramatist, novelist, prolific in his output and known for his satire and humor. These qualities are reflected in this collection small poems originally published in the literary magazine, “The Referee.” - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/dagonet-ditties-by-george-r-sims/ |
george robert sims english journalist poet dramatist novelist prolific output known satire humor qualities reflected collection small poems originally published literary magazine the referee summary larry wilson |
| 13459 |
13453 |
14264 |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, Volume 1 (January-March) |
John Gilmary Shea |
Christianity - Biographies |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints : with reflections for every day in the year : compiled from "Butler's Lives" and other approved sources : to which are added lives of the American saints : placed on the calendar for the United States by special petition of the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore - Summary from the book itself |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/little-pictorial-lives-of-the-saints-volume-1-january-march-by-john-gilmary-shea/ |
little pictorial lives saints reflections every day year compiled butler s lives approved sources added lives american saints placed calendar united states special petition third plenary council baltimore summary book |
| 13460 |
13454 |
14265 |
Unprofessional Tales |
Norman Douglas |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Nature & Animal Fiction |
A collection of stories exploring the psychological and paranormal, some stories bordering on the macabre. - Summary by Luke Castle |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/unprofessional-tales-by-norman-douglas/ |
collection stories exploring psychological paranormal stories bordering macabre summary luke castle |
| 13461 |
13455 |
14266 |
Uncle Wiggily's Automobile |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
The irrepressible Uncle Wiggily falls ill and Dr. Possum prescribes "an automobile drive before every meal". thus Uncle Wiggly buys an automobile and sets out to be heals. His many adventures are filled with ducks, squirrels, crows and other excited animals so if you have always secretly wished to be one of these, this is you chance to do it. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-automobile-by-howard-r-garis/ |
irrepressible uncle wiggily falls ill dr possum prescribes an automobile drive every meal thus uncle wiggly buys automobile sets heals many adventures filled ducks squirrels crows excited animals always secretly wished one these chance it summary phil chenevert |
| 13462 |
13456 |
14268 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 18, Mar. 2, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction, *Non-fiction |
Harper's Young People, an illustrated weekly publication for children, includes serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 18th issue of the serial, published on March 2, 1880, tells the tales of a dangerous African hunt, an evil bishop who meets his match, delightfully thwarted suburban hijinks, the weird, wild, and wonderful animals of Tasmania, and more. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-18/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 18th issue serial published march 2 1880 tells tales dangerous african hunt evil bishop meets match delightfully thwarted suburban hijinks weird wild wonderful animals tasmania more periodical published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 13463 |
13457 |
14269 |
Tommy Trot's Visit to Santa Claus |
Thomas Nelson Page |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A charming tale about an Tommy, affluent Virginia boy who always gets what he wants at Christmas, only to discover his toys never make him quite happy. He begins to take pity on his poor neighbor Johnny, and slowly understands than only by giving can one find true happiness. - Summary by Miles Smith |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/tommy-trots-visit-to-santa-claus-by-thomas-nelson-page/ |
charming tale tommy affluent virginia boy always gets wants christmas discover toys never make quite happy begins take pity poor neighbor johnny slowly understands giving one find true happiness summary miles smith |
| 13464 |
13458 |
14270 |
LibriVox 14th Anniversary Collection |
Various |
Anthologies |
Works in the Public Domain that have in their titles (or subtitles) the numeral 14 or the words fourteen or fourteenth. This collection is being collected to celebrate the 14th anniversary of LibriVox. - Summary by KevinS |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/librivox-14th-anniversary-collection-by-various/ |
works public domain titles or subtitles numeral 14 words fourteen fourteenth collection collected celebrate 14th anniversary librivox summary kevins |
| 13465 |
13460 |
14273 |
Earthman on Venus |
Ralph Milne Farley |
Science Fiction |
When Myles Cabot accidentally transmitted himself to the planet Venus, he found himself naked and bewildered on a mystery world where every unguarded minute might mean a horrible death.\n<br><br>\nMan-eating plants, tiger-sized spiders, and dictatorial ant-men kept Myles on the run until he discovered the secret of the land—that humanity was a slave-race and that the monster ants were the real rulers of the world!\n<br><br>\nBut Cabot was resourceful, and when his new found love, the Kewpie-doll princess Lilla, called for help, the ant-men learned what an angry Earthman can do.\n<br><br>\nAN EARTHMAN ON VENUS is a science-fiction adventure packed with the excitement of an Edgar Rice Burroughs, and the science-vision of an H. G. Wells. You won’t be able to put it down once you start it.\n<br><br>\nAn Earthman on Venus was originally titled, The Radio Man, when first published in 1924. \n(Adapted from the Cover Blurb) |
English |
1948 |
https://librivox.org/an-earthman-on-venus-by-ralph-milne-farley/ |
myles cabot accidentally transmitted planet venus found naked bewildered mystery world every unguarded minute might mean horrible death br br man eating plants tiger sized spiders dictatorial ant men kept myles run discovered secret land that humanity slave race monster ants real rulers world br br cabot resourceful new found love kewpie doll princess lilla called help ant men learned angry earthman do br br earthman venus science fiction adventure packed excitement edgar rice burroughs science vision h g wells won t able put start it br br earthman venus originally titled radio man first published 1924 adapted cover blurb |
| 13466 |
13461 |
14275 |
Old Soak, and Hail And Farewell |
Don Marquis |
Humorous Fiction, Poetry |
Published in 1921 (Prohibition went into effect in January 1920), "Hail and Farewell" is a collection of poems in honour of alcohol, drunkenness, and all things related.<br /><br />In "The Old Soak", an old codger grumbles and connives to get alcohol in the age of Prohibition. Part is narrative, and part is installments from The Old Soak's papers.<br />\n“I'm writing a diary. A diary of the past. A kind of gol-dinged autobiography of what me and Old King Booze done before he went into the grave and took one of my feet with him. In just a little while now there won't be any one in this here broad land of ours, speaking of it geographically, that knows what an old-fashioned barroom was like. They'll meet up with the word, future generations of posterity will, and wonder and wonder and wonder just what a saloon could have resembled, and they will cudgel their brains in vain, as the poet says."<br />“Have you got any of it written?” we asked him. “Here's the start of it,” said he.<br />\nWe present it just as the Old Soak penned it. - Summary by TriciaG & from the text |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-soak-and-hail-and-farewell-by-don-marquis/ |
published 1921 prohibition went effect january 1920 hail farewell collection poems honour alcohol drunkenness things related br br in the old soak old codger grumbles connives get alcohol age prohibition part narrative part installments old soak s papers br i m writing diary diary past kind gol dinged autobiography old king booze done went grave took one feet him little one broad land ours speaking geographically knows old fashioned barroom like they ll meet word future generations posterity will wonder wonder wonder saloon could resembled cudgel brains vain poet says br have got written asked him here s start it said he br present old soak penned it summary triciag text |
| 13467 |
13462 |
14276 |
Grass |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Grass by Emily Dickinson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for August 4, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThe verses of Emily Dickinson belong emphatically to what Emerson long since called "the Poetry of the Portfolio,"—something produced absolutely without the thought of publication, and solely by way of expression of the writer's own mind. (from The Preface to POEMS by EMILY DICKINSON) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-grass-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings grass emily dickinson br weekly poetry project august 4 2019 br br verses emily dickinson belong emphatically emerson long since called the poetry portfolio something produced absolutely without thought publication solely way expression writer s mind from preface poems emily dickinson |
| 13468 |
13463 |
14277 |
Piccadilly Jim (version 2) |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Humorous Fiction |
Jimmy "Piccadilly Jim" Crocker returns to New York to repair his reputation and pursue his love-interest, Ann Chester. All he has to do is navigate imposters, explosives, spies, a rotten kid and his step-aunt Nesta while he pretends to be someone else pretending to be himself. What could possibly go wrong? - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/piccadilly-jim-version-2-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
jimmy piccadilly jim crocker returns new york repair reputation pursue love interest ann chester navigate imposters explosives spies rotten kid step aunt nesta pretends someone else pretending himself could possibly go wrong summary mark nelson |
| 13469 |
13464 |
14278 |
Lion Loose |
James H. Schmitz |
Science Fiction |
The most dangerous of animals is not the biggest and fiercest—but the one that's hardest to stop. Add intelligence to that ... and you may come to a wrong conclusion as to what the worst menace is.... - Summary by Analog Science Fact & Fiction |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/lion-loose-by-james-h-schmitz/ |
dangerous animals biggest fiercest but one that s hardest stop add intelligence may come wrong conclusion worst menace is summary analog science fact fiction |
| 13470 |
13465 |
14279 |
One Life, One Love |
Mary Elizabeth Braddon |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Clara and Robert Hatrell lead an ideal life with their young daughter Daisy in a beautiful old fashioned cottage on the banks of the Thames. When his son Cyril goes away to school their friend and neighbor Ambrose Arden who is a notable scholar offers to tutor Daisy. Some time later Robert carrying a large amount in banknotes is found stabbed to death in a London rooming house supposedly lured there by the mention of someone called Toinette. The murderer is not found and the money trail implicates a Frenchwoman exchanging the notes in Cannes, Nice and Paris. As the story progresses we are taken to Paris where new characters are introduced. Will one of them lead us to the actual villain??? - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/one-life-one-love-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon/ |
clara robert hatrell lead ideal life young daughter daisy beautiful old fashioned cottage banks thames son cyril goes away school friend neighbor ambrose arden notable scholar offers tutor daisy time later robert carrying large amount banknotes found stabbed death london rooming house supposedly lured mention someone called toinette murderer found money trail implicates frenchwoman exchanging notes cannes nice paris story progresses taken paris new characters introduced one lead us actual villain summary celine major |
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13466 |
14280 |
Dealings of Captain Sharkey and Other Stories of Pirates |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Notorious pirates who are the scourge of the seven seas, and on land; ghost stories which scare voyagers in the jungles and the ice caps; two ships located in a fatal fight volleying broadsides as if their life depends upon it (which it does); and mysteries on land and the ocean… Sir Arthur Conan Doyle takes you on a journey with 12 tales as unique and mysterious from one another as were ever collected about those pirates we have come to love…and fear. With enough imagination, cunning and murder to entertain everyone from a salty dog to Ahab’s wife. (Summary by Joseph DeNoia) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-dealings-of-captain-sharkey-and-other-stories-of-pirates-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
notorious pirates scourge seven seas land ghost stories scare voyagers jungles ice caps two ships located fatal fight volleying broadsides life depends upon which does mysteries land ocean sir arthur conan doyle takes journey 12 tales unique mysterious one another ever collected pirates come love and fear enough imagination cunning murder entertain everyone salty dog ahab s wife summary joseph denoia |
| 13472 |
13467 |
14281 |
3 Science Fiction Stories |
William Tenn |
Science Fiction |
These are three imaginative SF stories by an author I admire a lot, William Tenn. Venus is a Man's World, (Galaxy Science Fiction, July 1951), Project Hush (Galaxy Science Fiction, 1954_ and Of All Possible Worlds. (Galaxy, Sept 1956) - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/3-science-fiction-stories-by-william-tenn/ |
three imaginative sf stories author admire lot william tenn venus man s world galaxy science fiction july 1951 project hush galaxy science fiction 1954_ possible worlds galaxy sept 1956 summary phil chenevert |
| 13473 |
13468 |
14284 |
Trial |
Charlotte Mary Yonge |
Christian Fiction |
In this sequel to "The Daisy Chain," new joys and challenges meet the May family in a new season of life. The older children are at work in their various callings, a foreign grandson enlivens the old family home, and the younger children are now growing up and finding their paths in life. Ethel continues to be the anchor of the home and right hand to their doctor-father, while new friends end up deeply impacting their lives, their faith, and their hearts. Make sure to start with "The Daisy Chain" to fully appreciate this book! - Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/the-trial-by-charlotte-mary-yonge/ |
sequel the daisy chain new joys challenges meet may family new season life older children work various callings foreign grandson enlivens old family home younger children growing finding paths life ethel continues anchor home right hand doctor father new friends end deeply impacting lives faith hearts make sure start the daisy chain fully appreciate book summary hannahmary |
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13469 |
14285 |
Tales of Mean Streets |
Arthur Morrison |
Published 1800 -1900 |
This is the first book of a trilogy (<a href="https://librivox.org/child-of-the-jago-a-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">A Child of the Jago</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/to-london-town-by-arthur-morrison/" target="_blank">To London Town</a>) set in the harsh world of London's East End. Violence and poverty are everywhere, but the universal human emotions prevail despite the rawness of life. We come to love the characters and suffer with them in their misery, yet share in their joys and minor triumphs. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-mean-streets-by-arthur-morrison/ |
first book trilogy a href https librivox org child of the jago a by arthur morrison target _blank a child jago a a href https librivox org to london town by arthur morrison target _blank to london town a set harsh world london s east end violence poverty everywhere universal human emotions prevail despite rawness life come love characters suffer misery yet share joys minor triumphs summary lynne thompson |
| 13475 |
13470 |
14286 |
viajero y su sombra (Primera parte) |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Contemporary |
Primer volumen de recopilación de 408 opiniones y sentencias del célebre filósofo alemán en el que expone las principales caraterísticas de su pensamiento sobre las artes, la filosofía, la historia, la ciencia, la religión, la sociedad... Este texto incluye un prefacio en el que el autor explicita sus presupuestos e intenciones al realizar filosofía de esa manera, "a martillazos", con ese estilo tan rompedor y atractivo que le define y ha hecho tan conocido entre el gran público. El contenido de esta obra fue incluído en ediciones posteriores como un segundo volumen de <i>"Humano, demasiado humano</i>" - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/el-viajero-y-su-sombra-primera-parte-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
primer volumen de recopilación de 408 opiniones sentencias del célebre filósofo alemán en el que expone las principales caraterísticas de su pensamiento sobre las artes la filosofía la historia la ciencia la religión la sociedad este texto incluye un prefacio en el que el autor explicita sus presupuestos e intenciones al realizar filosofía de esa manera a martillazos con ese estilo tan rompedor atractivo que le define ha hecho tan conocido entre el gran público el contenido de esta obra fue incluído en ediciones posteriores como un segundo volumen de i humano demasiado humano i summary epachuko |
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13471 |
14287 |
posada roja |
Honoré de Balzac |
General Fiction |
Novela breve de intriga escrita por Balzac en sus años de juventud. En una remota posada francesa, una noche, dos cirujanos militares franceses y un industrial alemán que portaba una inmensa fortuna se ven obligados a compartir techo. A la maňana siguiente se produce un angustioso despertar en medio de un misterioso y terrible suceso ... con inesperadas y extensas consecuencias. Resumen de Epachuko |
Spanish |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/la-posada-roja-by-honore-de-balzac/ |
novela breve de intriga escrita por balzac en sus años de juventud en una remota posada francesa una noche dos cirujanos militares franceses un industrial alemán que portaba una inmensa fortuna se ven obligados compartir techo la maňana siguiente se produce un angustioso despertar en medio de un misterioso terrible suceso con inesperadas extensas consecuencias resumen de epachuko |
| 13477 |
13472 |
14288 |
New Army in Training |
Rudyard Kipling |
War & Military |
Kipling's brief assessment of the British New Army being assembled to fight in the Great War. Concerns itself with training and logistics but more importantly with the human side of the vast collection of new battalions. These come from throughout the Empire, including Canada, India, and other territories. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-new-army-in-training-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
kipling s brief assessment british new army assembled fight great war concerns training logistics importantly human side vast collection new battalions come throughout empire including canada india territories summary kevins |
| 13478 |
13859 |
14777 |
Violets And Other Tales |
Alice Dunbar Nelson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Single author, Single Author Collections |
This is a collection of the author's short stories and poems where she writes about the collective experience of African American women, and African Americans in general. But she is sharpest when she pushes back against the notion that women must accept and endure a subservient role to men. - Summary by James K. White |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/violets-and-other-tales-by-alice-dunbar-nelson/ |
collection author s short stories poems writes collective experience african american women african americans general sharpest pushes back notion women must accept endure subservient role men summary james k white |
| 13479 |
13473 |
14289 |
Leave it to PSmith |
P. G. Wodehouse |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Freddie Threepwood and his uncle are in difficulties. Freddie wants a thousand pounds to start a bookmaker’s business and to marry Eve, while his uncle wants to raise three thousand pounds, unbeknown to his wife, to help a runaway daughter. Freddie persuades his uncle to steal his wife’s necklace and sees Psmith’s advertisement in a daily paper. Freddie enlists the services of Psmith to steal the necklace. There are plots and counterplots. This is the fourth book in the "PSmith" series, following on from "Mike and PSmith", "PSmith in the City" and "PSmith, Journalist". (From the publisher's blurb) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/leave-it-to-psmith-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
freddie threepwood uncle difficulties freddie wants thousand pounds start bookmaker s business marry eve uncle wants raise three thousand pounds unbeknown wife help runaway daughter freddie persuades uncle steal wife s necklace sees psmith s advertisement daily paper freddie enlists services psmith steal necklace plots counterplots fourth book psmith series following mike psmith psmith city psmith journalist from publisher s blurb |
| 13480 |
13474 |
14290 |
Fruitionless |
Ina Coolbrith |
Poetry |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Fruitionless by Ina Coolbrith.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 11, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA wistful poem, capturing in a few lines the joy and industry of 3 of natures creations (flowers, birds, and bees), with the listlessness we humans sometimes feel. (Michele Fry)\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/fruitionless-by-ina-coolbrith/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings fruitionless ina coolbrith br fortnightly poetry project august 11 2019 br br wistful poem capturing lines joy industry 3 natures creations flowers birds bees listlessness humans sometimes feel michele fry |
| 13481 |
13475 |
14291 |
Photograph |
John Charles McNeill |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 22 recordings of A Photograph by John Charles McNeill.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for August 11, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nMcNeill was considered the unofficial poet laureate of his home state North Carolina until this position was established officially after World War II. His poetry enjoys enduring popularity and is favored by teachers and students for its accessibility. - Summary by Carolin |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-photograph-by-john-charles-mcneill/ |
librivox volunteers bring 22 recordings photograph john charles mcneill weekly poetry project august 11 2019 br br mcneill considered unofficial poet laureate home state north carolina position established officially world war ii poetry enjoys enduring popularity favored teachers students accessibility summary carolin |
| 13482 |
13476 |
14292 |
Moon Maid |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction |
Sabotage accidentally takes Earth's first manned interplanetary expedition to the Moon, where a sublunar adventure ensues, involving two intelligent species and a good deal of fighting as well as romance. The perceptive reader will perceive the author's peculiar notions concerning the behavior of volcanos, an offense against scientific fact that is hard to pardon in a writer of science fiction, but if it can be overlooked, the variety of incident and the fast pace of the action, full of surprises, amply repay the reader's generous indulgence. (Summary by Thomas A. Copeland) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-moon-maid-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
sabotage accidentally takes earth s first manned interplanetary expedition moon sublunar adventure ensues involving two intelligent species good deal fighting well romance perceptive reader perceive author s peculiar notions concerning behavior volcanos offense scientific fact hard pardon writer science fiction overlooked variety incident fast pace action full surprises amply repay reader s generous indulgence summary thomas a copeland |
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13477 |
14293 |
Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne |
Ann Radcliffe |
Gothic Fiction, Romance |
Ann Radcliffe is the founder of the gothic novel. This novel is no exception. The wicked baron murdered the good earl's father twelve years before the novel began. Only twelve years later, free from his mother's wishes, can the earl seek revenge. Meanwhile, Mary, the earl's beautiful sister is falling in love with a peasant. Yet her brother was abducted by the baron and he wants to marry her. She may have to wed him in order to secure his return. We see Mary's conflict along with a description of her brother's captivity. This book has everything: murder, revenge, battles, damsels in distress, aristocrats, captives, secrets, and, most of all, love. It is a love story in every sense: the love to the Scottish highlands in which it is set, the family love that binds almost above all else, and of course the love between men and women. This short work would later influence Radcliffe's other works. Radcliffe had an influence on Jane Austen, Mary Shelley, and many others who wrote popular gothic novels. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia |
English |
1789 |
https://librivox.org/the-castles-of-athlin-and-dunbayne-by-ann-radcliffe/ |
ann radcliffe founder gothic novel novel exception wicked baron murdered good earl s father twelve years novel began twelve years later free mother s wishes earl seek revenge meanwhile mary earl s beautiful sister falling love peasant yet brother abducted baron wants marry her may wed order secure return see mary s conflict along description brother s captivity book everything murder revenge battles damsels distress aristocrats captives secrets and all love love story every sense love scottish highlands set family love binds almost else course love men women short work would later influence radcliffe s works radcliffe influence jane austen mary shelley many others wrote popular gothic novels summary stav nisser wikipedia |
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13478 |
14294 |
Century of Negro Migration |
Carter Woodson |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (19th C), Modern (20th C) |
Dr. Woodson describes the internal migration of African Americans within the United States, including the Northern Migration and the draw of California. Cultural and sociological observations are made as well as a study of principal economic factors in this migration. Summary by KevinS. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/a-century-of-negro-migration-by-carter-woodson/ |
dr woodson describes internal migration african americans within united states including northern migration draw california cultural sociological observations made well study principal economic factors migration summary kevins |
| 13485 |
13479 |
14295 |
Conquest |
Oscar Micheaux |
Historical Fiction |
"This is the true story of a negro who was discontented and the circumstances that were the outcome of that discontent." While considered a novel, this largely autobiographical story is based on the author's experience as an African-American pioneer in South Dakota. (Summary by MaryAnn) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-conquest-by-oscar-micheaux/ |
this true story negro discontented circumstances outcome discontent considered novel largely autobiographical story based author s experience african american pioneer south dakota summary maryann |
| 13486 |
13480 |
14296 |
Crops and Methods for Soil Improvement |
Alva Agee |
Nature, Earth Sciences |
This book is not a technical treatise and is designed only to point out the plain, every-day facts in the natural scheme of making and keeping soils productive. It is concerned with the crops, methods, and fertilizers that favor the soil. The viewpoint, all the time, is that of the practical man who wants cash compensation for the intelligent care he gives to his land...Experiment stations and practical farmers have developed a dependable science within recent years, and there is no jarring of observed facts when we get hold of the simple philosophy of it all. Summary from the Introduction |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/crops-and-methods-for-soil-improvement-by-alva-agee/ |
book technical treatise designed point plain every day facts natural scheme making keeping soils productive concerned crops methods fertilizers favor soil viewpoint time practical man wants cash compensation intelligent care gives land experiment stations practical farmers developed dependable science within recent years jarring observed facts get hold simple philosophy all summary introduction |
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13481 |
14297 |
Pilot |
James Fenimore Cooper |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
The work, which was admired by Herman Melville and Joseph Conrad for its authentic portrayal of a seafaring life and takes place during the American Revolution, launched a whole genre of maritime fiction. It features a mysterious and almost superhuman American sea pilot (based on the American hero John Paul Jones) who fights battles off the coast of England against the British and American loyalists. One of the book’s themes is the ambiguous nature of loyalty. Although often bogged down by complicated nautical terminology and intrusive philosophical dialogue, the novel is nevertheless noted for its spiritual and moral dimensions. - Summary by The Encyclopedia Britannica |
English |
1823 |
https://librivox.org/the-pilot-by-james-fenimore-cooper/ |
work admired herman melville joseph conrad authentic portrayal seafaring life takes place american revolution launched whole genre maritime fiction features mysterious almost superhuman american sea pilot based american hero john paul jones fights battles coast england british american loyalists one book s themes ambiguous nature loyalty although often bogged complicated nautical terminology intrusive philosophical dialogue novel nevertheless noted spiritual moral dimensions summary encyclopedia britannica |
| 13488 |
13482 |
14298 |
Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million |
O. Henry |
Short Stories |
O. Henry is the pen name of American writer William Sydney Porter (1862-1910). His short stories are known for their wit, wordplay, characterization and the clever use of twist endings. Indeed, O. Henry is often credited with defining the short story as a literary art form. Strictly Business: More Stories of the Four Million, is a collection of twenty-three short stories that was first published in 1908. The setting is New York City in the first decade of the 1900’s (the Four Million in the subtitle is a reference to the population of the city at that time as well as to the title of an earlier collection of his short stories). You will meet a wide variety of characters from all walks of life who are trying to make a living via honest (and sometimes dishonest) means. Personal interactions and business transactions abound, but sometimes there is a twist. But don’t take it personally if you get fooled, after all it is Strictly Business. - Summary by Warren Kati |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/strictly-business-more-stories-of-the-four-million-by-o-henry/ |
o henry pen name american writer william sydney porter 1862 1910 short stories known wit wordplay characterization clever use twist endings indeed o henry often credited defining short story literary art form strictly business stories four million collection twenty three short stories first published 1908 setting new york city first decade 1900 s the four million subtitle reference population city time well title earlier collection short stories meet wide variety characters walks life trying make living via honest and sometimes dishonest means personal interactions business transactions abound sometimes twist don t take personally get fooled strictly business summary warren kati |
| 13489 |
13483 |
14299 |
Home Education Series Vol. II: Parents and Children |
Charlotte Mason |
Education |
Volume two of the Home Education Series by Charlotte Mason talks about parents and children. Charlotte breaks down a couple of different topics about home education, like the family, the parent's role as the teacher, and much more. - Summary by Elijah Fisher |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-home-education-series-vol-2-parents-and-children-by-charlotte-mason/ |
volume two home education series charlotte mason talks parents children charlotte breaks couple different topics home education like family parent s role teacher much more summary elijah fisher |
| 13490 |
13484 |
14300 |
Anne of Geierstein, Volume 2 |
Sir Walter Scott |
Historical Fiction |
Anne of Geierstein, or The Maiden of the Mist (1829) is an adventure and romance novel by Sir Walter Scott. It is set in Central Europe, mainly in Switzerland, shortly after the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury (1471). It covers the period of Swiss involvement in the Burgundian Wars. ( Wikipedia ) </p> |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/anne-of-geierstein-volume-2-by-sir-walter-scott/ |
anne geierstein maiden mist 1829 adventure romance novel sir walter scott set central europe mainly switzerland shortly yorkist victory battle tewkesbury 1471 covers period swiss involvement burgundian wars wikipedia p |
| 13491 |
13485 |
14301 |
Enoch Arden |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Single author |
In the poem "Enoch Arden," Tennyson's epic narrative of the enduring power of love in the face of insurmountable odds, is found a classic example of the determination of the human spirit to triumph in circumstances that address the true meaning of the power of love itself. Wanting only the very best for his impoverished wife and family, seaman Enoch Arden undertakes precarious work which leaves him marooned and presumed lost at sea. On his return home Enoch finds his family well and prospering but his wife remarried. Faced with a love for his family deeper than the oceans he sailed, Enoch must decide whether to intrude into this idyllic scene of domestic happiness or meet old age and death alone and in obscurity. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/enoch-arden-by-alfred-lord-tennyson/ |
poem enoch arden tennyson s epic narrative enduring power love face insurmountable odds found classic example determination human spirit triumph circumstances address true meaning power love itself wanting best impoverished wife family seaman enoch arden undertakes precarious work leaves marooned presumed lost sea return home enoch finds family well prospering wife remarried faced love family deeper oceans sailed enoch must decide whether intrude idyllic scene domestic happiness meet old age death alone obscurity summary bruce kachuk |
| 13492 |
13860 |
14778 |
Sleet |
Nannie Rebecca Glass |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Sleet by Nannie Rebecca Glass.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 2, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThis Weekly Poem is taken from The Mountain Spring and Other Poems, pub 1913 - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-sleet-by-nannie-rebecca-glass/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings sleet nannie rebecca glass br weekly poetry project february 2 2020 br br weekly poem taken mountain spring poems pub 1913 summary david lawrence |
| 13493 |
13486 |
14302 |
Giphantia |
Charles-François Tiphaigne de La Roche |
Science Fiction |
After having gone over the whole world and visited all the inhabitants, I find it does not answer the pains I have taken. I have just been reviewing my memoirs concerning the several nations, their prejudices, their customs and manners, their politicks, their laws, their religion, their history; and I have thrown them all into the fire. It grieves me to record such a monstrous mixture of humanity and barbarousness, of grandeur and meanness, of reason and folly.\n\nThe small part, I have preserv’d, is what I am now publishing. If it has no other merit, certainly it has novelty to recommend it. (Introduction to Giphantia) - Summary by Introduction to Giphantia</p> |
English |
1761 |
https://librivox.org/giphantia-by-charles-francois-tiphaigne-de-la-roche/ |
gone whole world visited inhabitants find answer pains taken reviewing memoirs concerning several nations prejudices customs manners politicks laws religion history thrown fire grieves record monstrous mixture humanity barbarousness grandeur meanness reason folly small part preserv d publishing merit certainly novelty recommend it introduction giphantia summary introduction giphantia p |
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13487 |
14303 |
Coffee Break Collection 22 -- Days Gone By |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the twenty-second Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is Days Gone By. All pieces were of a historical nature at the time written (i.e. not enough that they are historical now!). Ancient Rome, Greece or Egypt, medieval Europe, the early days of the American colonies. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-22-days-gone-by-by-various/ |
twenty second coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection days gone by pieces historical nature time written i e enough historical now ancient rome greece egypt medieval europe early days american colonies |
| 13495 |
13488 |
14304 |
Otherworld: Cadences |
F. S. Flint |
Single author |
English author Frank Stuart Flint was a prominent poet in the Imagist movement, along with Ezra Pound and T E. Hulme. Flint abandoned school at the age of 13 to pursue rigorous self-study, eventually mastering 10 languages, including French and Latin, while working at various jobs. At 17, he took up poetry, inspired by the writing of Keats. He published the first of his three books of poetry, (In the Net of the Stars) when he was 24. This early work channels Keats and Shelley in its love lyrics. This, his third and last book of poetry, reflects the influence of innovative French poetry, the Imagist movement and the his friendship with Ezra Pound. At age 35, following the death of his wife, he ceased poetry altogether, but continued writing the authoritative translations of French works for which he is also well-known. - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/otherworld-cadences-by-f-s-flint/ |
english author frank stuart flint prominent poet imagist movement along ezra pound e hulme flint abandoned school age 13 pursue rigorous self study eventually mastering 10 languages including french latin working various jobs 17 took poetry inspired writing keats published first three books poetry in net stars 24 early work channels keats shelley love lyrics this third last book poetry reflects influence innovative french poetry imagist movement friendship ezra pound age 35 following death wife ceased poetry altogether continued writing authoritative translations french works also well known summary nemo |
| 13496 |
13489 |
14305 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 069 |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
"It seemed as if a total dissolution of nature was taking place" is the way 15-year old Alexander Hamilton described living through a hurricane ("The West Indian Hurricane of 1772"). Other natural and man-made disasters chronicled in vol. 069 are "The Eruption of Mt. Asama of 1783," "The Great Chicago Fire," and "The Siege of Nicaea (1096-1097)." Society and social reform are treated from a variety of viewpoints: "Tatlings: Epigrams (1922)," "Wooed a 'Marjorie Daw' for 14 Years," Petty Management" (Florence Nightingale), "The Public Schools of Today," "What a Colored Man Should Do to Vote," "Patriotism and Government" (Tolstoy), the "Prison Journal of Stephen F. Austin," and Fichte's "My Will is Mine." Books and reading are given their due in "Women Writers of the 17th and 18th Centuries," "The Art of Reading," and Benchley's humorous "The Most Popular Book of the Month." The tenets of Calvinism are explained in a short essay. Oliver Goldsmith presents his novel theory about the origin of marine fossils found on dry land. Listeners are introduced to the exploits of San Francisco resident Joshua Norton, who proclaimed himself "Norton I, Emperor of the United States." And, finally, an essay on "The Art of Packing" dating from the era of steamer trunks should bring a smile to today's backpack and roller bag travelers. Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-069-by-various/ |
it seemed total dissolution nature taking place way 15 year old alexander hamilton described living hurricane the west indian hurricane 1772 natural man made disasters chronicled vol 069 the eruption mt asama 1783 the great chicago fire the siege nicaea 1096 1097 society social reform treated variety viewpoints tatlings epigrams 1922 wooed marjorie daw 14 years petty management florence nightingale the public schools today what colored man vote patriotism government tolstoy prison journal stephen f austin fichte s my mine books reading given due women writers 17th 18th centuries the art reading benchley s humorous the popular book month tenets calvinism explained short essay oliver goldsmith presents novel theory origin marine fossils found dry land listeners introduced exploits san francisco resident joshua norton proclaimed norton i emperor united states and finally essay the art packing dating era steamer trunks bring smile today s backpack roller bag travelers summary sue anderson |
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13490 |
14306 |
Poems of Nature |
Henry David Thoreau |
Single author |
The fifty poems here brought together under the title ‘Poems of Nature’ are perhaps two-thirds of those which Thoreau preserved. Many of them were printed by him, in whole or in part, among his early contributions to Emerson’s Dial, or in his own two volumes, The Week and Walden, which were all that were issued in his lifetime. Others were given to Mr. Sanborn for publication, by Sophia Thoreau, the year after her brother’s death (several appeared in the Boston Commonwealth in 1863); or have been furnished from time to time by Mr. Blake, his literary executor.\n<br><br>\nMost of Thoreau’s poems were composed early in his life, before his twenty-sixth year, - Summary by from Introduction, Henry S. Salt and Frank B. Sanborn, |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-nature-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
fifty poems brought together title poems nature perhaps two thirds thoreau preserved many printed him whole part among early contributions emerson s dial two volumes week walden issued lifetime others given mr sanborn publication sophia thoreau year brother s death several appeared boston commonwealth 1863 furnished time time mr blake literary executor br br thoreau s poems composed early life twenty sixth year summary introduction henry s salt frank b sanborn |
| 13498 |
13491 |
14307 |
Christmas Miscellany 2019 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Nine stories about Christmas or around Christmastime. - Summary by david wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-miscellany-2019-by-various/ |
nine stories christmas around christmastime summary david wales |
| 13499 |
13504 |
14324 |
Life of Washington, Volume 1 |
John James Marshall |
Biography & Autobiography |
If it be true that it takes a great man to interpret the life of a great man then Bushrod Washington made no mistake in the selection of a biographer. For Marshall, under the influence of Washington, came to be nearly as great a man as the character whose life and achievement held his deepest thought for nearly a quarter of a century. . . . Marshall's sympathetic understanding of his subject, his firsthand knowledge of events with his remarkable powers of expression qualified him to produce the masterpiece that has come down to us. |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-washington-volume-1-by-john-james-marshall/ |
true takes great man interpret life great man bushrod washington made mistake selection biographer marshall influence washington came nearly great man character whose life achievement held deepest thought nearly quarter century marshall s sympathetic understanding subject firsthand knowledge events remarkable powers expression qualified produce masterpiece come us |
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13492 |
14309 |
Floyd's Flowers Or Duty and Beauty For Colored Children Being One Hundred Short Stories Gleaned from the Storehouse of Human Knowledge and Experience Simple Amusing Elevating |
Silas X. Floyd |
General |
Truly the boys and girls of to-day ought to be thankful that they are alive. There never was such a golden age for childhood and youth as the present. To say nothing of the rich opportunities for mental and spiritual development, what a multitude of things have been provided for the innocent pleasure, the wholesome recreation of the young people of to-day; inventions that remind one of the magic of the “Arabian Nights”; tools of sport so perfect that one cannot imagine how they could be bettered; fascinating games, all unknown in the days gone by; books and papers upon which science, art and literary skill have lavished modern resources—all these and many other wonderful things have fallen to the lot of the favored boys and girls of to-day.\n\nAnd now enterprising publishers of our grand country are going to put the boys and girls of America—and especially the colored boys and girls of America—under obligation to them, because they have decided to add to the list of good books for children and youths already on the market. I use the word “good” advisedly; for from the day that I was engaged to write this book I have had in mind constantly the thought of making it such a book as would tell for good. It is an old saying that “evil communications corrupt good manners,” but evil reading does more than this: for evil reading corrupts good morals.\n\nI have endeavored to put into this book of stories for children only such things as might be freely admitted into the best homes of the land, and I have written with the hope that many young minds may be elevated by means of these stories and many hearts filled with high and holy aspirations. Our nation has a right to expect that our boys and girls shall turn out to be good men and good women, and this book is meant to help in this process. (Summary by Silas X. Ford) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/floyds-flowers-by-silas-x-floyd/ |
truly boys girls to day ought thankful alive never golden age childhood youth present say nothing rich opportunities mental spiritual development multitude things provided innocent pleasure wholesome recreation young people to day inventions remind one magic arabian nights tools sport perfect one cannot imagine could bettered fascinating games unknown days gone by books papers upon science art literary skill lavished modern resources all many wonderful things fallen lot favored boys girls to day enterprising publishers grand country going put boys girls america and especially colored boys girls america under obligation them decided add list good books children youths already market use word good advisedly day engaged write book mind constantly thought making book would tell good old saying evil communications corrupt good manners evil reading this evil reading corrupts good morals endeavored put book stories children things might freely admitted best homes land written hope many young minds may elevated means stories many hearts filled high holy aspirations nation right expect boys girls shall turn good men good women book meant help process summary silas x ford |
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13493 |
14310 |
Walking Up A Hill At Dawn |
Edward Powys Mathers |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Walking Up A Hill At Dawn by Edward Powys Mathers.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for August 18, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis poem is taken from The Garden Of Bright Waters - One Hundred And Twenty Asiatic Love Poems\nTranslated by Edward Powys Mathers, 1920 - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/walking-up-a-hill-at-dawn-by-edward-powys-mathers/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings walking hill dawn edward powys mathers br weekly poetry project august 18 2019 br br poem taken garden bright waters one hundred twenty asiatic love poems translated edward powys mathers 1920 summary david lawrence |
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13494 |
14311 |
Girl From Hollywood |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
The countryside outside of Los Angeles is a paradise on Earth: nature gives bounty on the land, the animals are majestic, the oaks breathe and the natural pools and ponds are all you would want on a summer's day. And if you are a Pennington or an Evans, life is simple and complete. However, every paradise has a serpent. For Rancho Ganado, that comes in the shape of Bootlegging, Drugs and Murder. All the vice of nearby Hollywood manifest themselves in the picturesque landscape, throwing the lives of these families into turmoil. - Summary by Joseph DeNoia<br /><br />Proof-listened by KevinS and linny |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-girl-from-hollywood-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
countryside outside los angeles paradise earth nature gives bounty land animals majestic oaks breathe natural pools ponds would want summer s day pennington evans life simple complete however every paradise serpent rancho ganado comes shape bootlegging drugs murder vice nearby hollywood manifest picturesque landscape throwing lives families turmoil summary joseph denoia br br proof listened kevins linny |
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13495 |
14313 |
Life and Death |
Catherine Booth |
Christianity - Other |
Catherine Booth worked hand-in-hand with her husband William Booth to establish a fledgling mission in London, that eventually grew into a global ministry, The Salvation Army. Here she delves into the Biblical and theological foundation of their work and mission. In many ways she was the heart and soul of the Salvation Army and challenges the readers and listeners to a deeper commitment to Christ and his calling. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/life-and-death-by-catherine-booth/ |
catherine booth worked hand in hand husband william booth establish fledgling mission london eventually grew global ministry salvation army delves biblical theological foundation work mission many ways heart soul salvation army challenges readers listeners deeper commitment christ calling summary larry wilson |
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13496 |
14314 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 23) - The Odyssey (Book 23) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Ψ' - Ὀδυσσέως ὑπὸ Πηνελόπης ἀναγνωρισμὸς.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 23: Penelope Recognizes Ulysses.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 23: Reconnaissance d’Ulysse par Pénélope.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-23-of-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία ψ ὀδυσσέως ὑπὸ πηνελόπης ἀναγνωρισμὸς br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 23 penelope recognizes ulysses br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 23 reconnaissance d ulysse par pénélope br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13497 |
14315 |
Letters of John Huss |
Jan Hus |
Early Modern, Letters |
Personal correspondence of Bohemian religious reformer John Huss (Jan Hus) from 1411 when he was exiled from Prague through his death by burning as heretic in 1415 by order of the Council of Constance. These were first published in 1536 by the German Protestant reformer Martin Luther and his introduction is included here. - Summary by Rom Maczka |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-john-huss-by-jan-hus/ |
personal correspondence bohemian religious reformer john huss jan hus 1411 exiled prague death burning heretic 1415 order council constance first published 1536 german protestant reformer martin luther introduction included here summary rom maczka |
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13505 |
14325 |
Outside Track |
Henry Lawson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Outside Track by Henry Lawson.<br>\nhis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 25, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nHenry Archibald Hertzberg Lawson was an Australian writer and bush poet. Along with his contemporary Banjo Paterson, Lawson is among the best-known Australian poets and fiction writers of the colonial period and is often called Australia's "greatest short story writer". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-outside-track-by-henry-lawson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings outside track henry lawson br fortnightly poetry project august 25 2019 br br henry archibald hertzberg lawson australian writer bush poet along contemporary banjo paterson lawson among best known australian poets fiction writers colonial period often called australia s greatest short story writer summary wikipedia |
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13874 |
14794 |
Xerxes, Makers of History |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
This history covers the years of Xerxes' years as ruler of the Persian empire and invasion of Greece. - Summary by Deon Gines |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/xerxes-makers-of-history-by-jacob-abbott/ |
history covers years xerxes years ruler persian empire invasion greece summary deon gines |
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13498 |
14316 |
Bunny Brown and His Sister Sue in the Big Woods |
Laura Lee Hope |
Action & Adventure, Family |
Bunny Brown and his little sister, Sue, have been having adventures and fun, and getting into scrapes, since the early 1900s. From Chapter One: "Bunny Brown and his sister Sue were at Camp Rest-a-While with their father and their mother. They had come from their home in Bellemere to live for a while in the forest, on the shore of Lake Wanda, where they were all enjoying the life in the open air. They had journeyed to the woods in an automobile, carrying two tents which were set up under the trees. One tent was used to sleep in and the other for a dining room. There was also a place to cook..." This is Volume 6 of the Bunny Brown series.\n<br></br>This book contains racial prejudices that were once commonplace. They are retained, as originally written in this recording, because to do otherwise would be to deny they existed. - Summary by Nan Dodge |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/bunny-brown-and-his-sister-sue-in-the-big-woods-by-laura-lee-hope/ |
bunny brown little sister sue adventures fun getting scrapes since early 1900s chapter one bunny brown sister sue camp rest a while father mother come home bellemere live forest shore lake wanda enjoying life open air journeyed woods automobile carrying two tents set trees one tent used sleep dining room also place cook volume 6 bunny brown series br br this book contains racial prejudices commonplace retained originally written recording otherwise would deny existed summary nan dodge |
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13499 |
14318 |
Authoritative Life of General William Booth |
George Scott Railton |
Biography & Autobiography |
William Booth, together with his wife Catherine founded a small mission in London which eventually expanded to become a global movement, carrying the Christian gospel message of salvation and holiness under the banner of the Salvation Army. While never losing his sharp focus on personal transformation that saved men and women from the depths of despair, Booth put faith into action by caring for the temporal needs of society wherever the Army gained a foothold. George Scott Railton was the first Commissioner in the Salvation Army and second in command, working closely and intimately with Booth, and traveling extensively around the world. He presents here a comprehensive biography of the man who changed history; Included are many tributes to the General after his death, and further chapters on the spirit of the Army and its work. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-authoritative-life-of-general-william-booth-by-george-scott-railton/ |
william booth together wife catherine founded small mission london eventually expanded become global movement carrying christian gospel message salvation holiness banner salvation army never losing sharp focus personal transformation saved men women depths despair booth put faith action caring temporal needs society wherever army gained foothold george scott railton first commissioner salvation army second command working closely intimately booth traveling extensively around world presents comprehensive biography man changed history included many tributes general death chapters spirit army work summary larry wilson |
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13500 |
14320 |
Europe In The Middle Ages |
Ierne Lifford Plunket |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
Though sometimes called the "Dark Ages", the period of Middle Ages is far from dull or uninteresting. In this book I. L. Plunket masterfully shows the colorfullness and diversity of the Middle Ages. Heroes like Charlemagne, Richard the Lion Hearted, Joan of Arc and many others come to life in these pages. The rich religious life of the Middle Ages, controversies between different secular and religious authorities and general rising of nations in Europe are disclosed to the reader. - Summary by Kikisaulite |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/europe-in-the-middle-ages-by-ierne-lifford-plunket/ |
though sometimes called dark ages period middle ages far dull uninteresting book i l plunket masterfully shows colorfullness diversity middle ages heroes like charlemagne richard lion hearted joan arc many others come life pages rich religious life middle ages controversies different secular religious authorities general rising nations europe disclosed reader summary kikisaulite |
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13501 |
14321 |
Maid's Lament |
Walter Savage Landor |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of The Maid's Lament by Walter Savage Landor.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for August 25, 2109. <br> ------<br>\nWalter Savage Landor was an English writer, poet, and activist. The critical acclaim he received from contemporary poets and reviewers was not matched by public popularity. As remarkable as his work was, it was equaled by his rumbustious character and lively temperament. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-maids-lament-by-walter-savage-landor/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings maid s lament walter savage landor br weekly poetry project august 25 2109 br br walter savage landor english writer poet activist critical acclaim received contemporary poets reviewers matched public popularity remarkable work was equaled rumbustious character lively temperament summary wikipedia |
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13502 |
14322 |
Complete Poetical Works of Edgar Allan Poe |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Anthologies, Single author |
In placing before the public this collection of Edgar Poe's poetical works, it is requisite to point out in what respects it differs from, and is superior to, the numerous collections which have preceded it. Until recently, all editions, whether American or English, of Poe's poems have been verbatim reprints of the first posthumous collection, published at New York in 1850.<br /><br />In 1874 I began drawing attention to the fact that unknown and unreprinted poetry by Edgar Poe was in existence. Most, if not all, of the specimens issued in my articles have since been reprinted by different editors and publishers, but the present is the first occasion on which all the pieces referred to have been garnered into one sheaf. Besides the poems thus alluded to, this volume will be found to contain many additional pieces and extra stanzas, nowhere else published or included in Poe's works. Such verses have been gathered from printed or manuscript sources during a research extending over many years.<br /><br />In addition to the new poetical matter included in this volume, attention should, also, be solicited on behalf of the notes, which will be found to contain much matter, interesting both from biographical and bibliographical points of view. - Summary by John H. Ingram, the editor<br /><br /><b>Cast List for Politian (sections 35-39):</b><br />Alessandra: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>Castiglione: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>Di Broglio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>Lalage: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Jacinta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13444">B L Newman</a><br>Monk: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10364">merendo07</a><br>Baldazzar: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8576">Phil Schempf</a><br>Politian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>Narrator & Editor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-poetical-works-of-edgar-allan-poe/ |
placing public collection edgar poe s poetical works requisite point respects differs from superior to numerous collections preceded it recently editions whether american english poe s poems verbatim reprints first posthumous collection published new york 1850 br br in 1874 began drawing attention fact unknown unreprinted poetry edgar poe existence most all specimens issued articles since reprinted different editors publishers present first occasion pieces referred garnered one sheaf besides poems thus alluded to volume found contain many additional pieces extra stanzas nowhere else published included poe s works verses gathered printed manuscript sources research extending many years br br in addition new poetical matter included volume attention should also solicited behalf notes found contain much matter interesting biographical bibliographical points view summary john h ingram editor br br b cast list politian sections 35 39 b br alessandra a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br castiglione a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br di broglio a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br lalage a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br jacinta a href https librivox org reader 13444 b l newman a br monk a href https librivox org reader 10364 merendo07 a br baldazzar a href https librivox org reader 8576 phil schempf a br politian a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br narrator editor a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br br |
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13503 |
14323 |
Cane |
Jean Toomer |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life |
Reading this book, I had a vision of a land, heretofore sunk in the mists of muteness, suddenly rising up into the eminence of song. Innumerable books have been written about the South; some good books have been written in the South. This book is the South. . . . . Part One is the primitive and evanescent world of Georgia. Part Two is the threshing and suffering brown world of Washington. . . . Part Three is Georgia again . . . this black womb of the ferment seed: the neurotic, educated, spiritually stirring Negro. From the Forward by Waldo Frank |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/cane-by-jean-toomer/ |
reading book vision land heretofore sunk mists muteness suddenly rising eminence song innumerable books written south good books written south book south part one primitive evanescent world georgia part two threshing suffering brown world washington part three georgia black womb ferment seed neurotic educated spiritually stirring negro forward waldo frank |
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13507 |
14327 |
fleurs du mal |
Charles Baudelaire |
Poetry, Single author |
La compilation de poèmes intitulée "Les fleurs du mal" de Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867) fit fureur et scandale dès sa publication initiale. Du coup, six poèmes furent censurés pour immoralité et n'apparaîtront que dans les publications d'après 1949. Voici l'édition de 1896 qui est une compilation presque complète de 152 poèmes, témoins du réalisme et de l'esprit innovateur et provocateur de Baudelaire. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/les-fleurs-du-mal-by-charles-baudelaire/ |
la compilation de poèmes intitulée les fleurs du mal de charles baudelaire 1821 1867 fit fureur et scandale dès sa publication initiale du coup six poèmes furent censurés pour immoralité et n apparaîtront que dans les publications d après 1949 voici l édition de 1896 qui est une compilation presque complète de 152 poèmes témoins du réalisme et de l esprit innovateur et provocateur de baudelaire summary sonia |
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13508 |
14328 |
Muslin |
George Moore |
Historical Fiction |
Muslin, better known as A Drama In Muslin, is a realistic novel by George Moore. It describes the lives of five Irish girls after their graduation from convent school. Alice Barton, around whom the story revolves, is unfulfilled by the role society gives her. She wants to find herself, but is prevented from doing so by her gender. Olive, her younger sister, was less popular at school but more "successful" in real life. The sisters could not be more different, and the book explores the rivalry between them. But this book is not only about five girls. It shows the beginning of the battle between landlords and peasants in Ireland, the poverty, and much more. Upon publication, it was considered immoral and banned by the main British libraries. Despite this, due to the public's growing love of realism, it became very popular and is almost constantly in print. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/muslin-by-george-moore/ |
muslin better known drama muslin realistic novel george moore describes lives five irish girls graduation convent school alice barton around story revolves unfulfilled role society gives her wants find herself prevented gender olive younger sister less popular school successful real life sisters could different book explores rivalry them book five girls shows beginning battle landlords peasants ireland poverty much more upon publication considered immoral banned main british libraries despite this due public s growing love realism became popular almost constantly print summary stav nisser |
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13509 |
14329 |
Fables of Aesop and Others |
Aesop |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The origins of these fables are perhaps lost in obscurity, but they are so closely identified with the Greek writer Aesop, that we may regard them as such. Most of these tales involve interactions among animals, and to each is appended a moral. This edition was edited and illustrated by Thomas Bewick a well-known British engraver and illustrator. The book begins with an excellent introduction - Larry Wilson |
English |
1818 |
https://librivox.org/fables-of-aesop-and-others-by-aesop/ |
origins fables perhaps lost obscurity closely identified greek writer aesop may regard such tales involve interactions among animals appended moral edition edited illustrated thomas bewick well known british engraver illustrator book begins excellent introduction larry wilson |
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13510 |
14330 |
English Language |
Logan Pearsall Smith |
Writing & Linguistics |
A description and history of the development of the English Language and reflections on the influences that changed the language. - Summary by barbara2 |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-english-language-by-logan-pearsall-smith/ |
description history development english language reflections influences changed language summary barbara2 |
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13511 |
14331 |
History of England In Words of One Syllable |
Helen W. Pierson |
General, Middle Ages/Middle History |
A simple history of England written principally with words of one syllable. Books of these kind, I understand, are helpful for both beginning and remedial reading students. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-england-in-words-of-one-syllable-by-helen-w-pierson/ |
simple history england written principally words one syllable books kind understand helpful beginning remedial reading students summary kevins |
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13512 |
14332 |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7 |
Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus |
Biography & Autobiography, Antiquity |
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives.\n\nPlutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers.\n\nHis Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copyright expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. \n\nVolume 7 presents the paired lives of Demosthenes and Cicero and Alexander and Caesar - Summary by Karen Merline. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/parallel-lives-vol-7-by-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus/ |
parallel lives noble greeks romans series biographies famous men arranged tandem illuminate common moral virtues failings surviving lives contain twenty three pairs biographies pair consisting one greek one roman well four unpaired single lives plutarch concerned writing histories such exploring influence character good bad lives destinies famous men first pair lives epaminondas scipio africanus longer exists many remaining lives truncated contain obvious lacunae and or tampered later writers life alexander one five surviving secondary tertiary sources alexander great includes anecdotes descriptions incidents appear source likewise portrait numa pompilius early roman king also contains unique information early roman calendar copyright expired 11 volume translation loeb classical library order paired lives rearranged present greek lives chronological order volume 7 presents paired lives demosthenes cicero alexander caesar summary karen merline |
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13513 |
14333 |
Gudrun |
Ferdinand Schmidt |
Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction |
The charming story of “Gudrun” is a romance of the old heroic period, written by some unknown poet of Austria or Bavaria in the thirteenth century. Next to the "Nibelungen Lied," it is the most important of the German epic poems...The same elemental passions are depicted. The men are brave, vigorous heroes, rejoicing in battle and feats of prowess; the women are beautiful, constant, and courageous. There are many fine delineations of character in the original, as well as vigorous sketches of northern scenery. The figure of Gudrun stands out in bold relief among the maidens. There are few more beautiful characters, indeed, in the poems of the old heroic period...Gudrun’s name is always spoken by her people with reverence. "Her courage and constancy were extolled by them, and in after days her fame was as radiant as the stars in the heavens." (George P. Upton, Translator's Preface) |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/gudrun-by-ferdinand-schmidt/ |
charming story gudrun romance old heroic period written unknown poet austria bavaria thirteenth century next nibelungen lied important german epic poems the elemental passions depicted men brave vigorous heroes rejoicing battle feats prowess women beautiful constant courageous many fine delineations character original well vigorous sketches northern scenery figure gudrun stands bold relief among maidens beautiful characters indeed poems old heroic period gudrun s name always spoken people reverence her courage constancy extolled them days fame radiant stars heavens george p upton translator s preface |
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13514 |
14334 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 - 12. December 1897 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, Vol VIII, the December Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>A Special Announcement, by F. H. Newell, Secretary</li>\n<li>The Washington Aqueduct and Cabin John Bridge, by D. D. Gaillard</li>\n <li>Gardiner Greene Hubbard, by John Hyde</li>\n <li>Pollution of the Potomac River, by F. H. Newell</li>\n <li>The Delta of the Mississippi River, by E. L. Corthell</li>\n <li>The Annexation Fever, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>Sir John Evans and Prof. W. J. McGee, by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Some Recent Geographic Events, by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>Geographic Notes</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-08-12-december-1897-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly vol viii december number br includes following articles br br ul li a special announcement f h newell secretary li li the washington aqueduct cabin john bridge d d gaillard li li gardiner greene hubbard john hyde li li pollution potomac river f h newell li li the delta mississippi river e l corthell li li the annexation fever henry gannett li li sir john evans prof w j mcgee john hyde li li some recent geographic events john hyde li li geographic literature henry gannett li li geographic notes li ul br br |
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13515 |
14335 |
30 Ghost Stories |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
17 short stories from the book twenty-Five Ghost Stories and 13 shorts from the book Indian Ghost Stories - Summary by Kirk Ziegler</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/30-ghost-stories-by-various/ |
17 short stories book twenty five ghost stories 13 shorts book indian ghost stories summary kirk ziegler p |
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13516 |
14336 |
Fortunata y Jacinta: dos historias de casadas (Primera Parte) |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction |
"Fortunata y Jacinta" esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor: Benito Pérez Galdós, y junto con "La Regenta" de Clarín, la cima de la novela española del Realismo del siglo XIX. Es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social, carácter, y objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática. Tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en Madrid que se ha escrito nunca y la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos. Su extension en cuatro partes, su profundidad psicológica y el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal, contribuyendo a situar a Galdós a la altura (y algunos dirán incluso por encima) de maestros como Balzac, Dickens o Dostoievsky.<br>\nEn esta Primera Parte conoceremos los orígenes de la pudiente familia Santa Cruz, así como las andanzas del joven Juanito y cómo acabó casandose con la bella e inocente Jacinta. Sin embargo habrá algunos aspectos del pasado de vida alegre de Juanito Santa Cruz que levanten las sospechas de la atormentada Jacinta y, con la ayuda de Guillermina y Pepe Izquierdo, intentará resarcirse y dar un importante golpe de efecto en forma de "venganza poética" para salirse con la suya. (...) - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/fortunata-y-jacinta-dos-historias-de-casadas-primera-parte-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
fortunata jacinta esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor benito pérez galdós junto con la regenta de clarín la cima de la novela española del realismo del siglo xix es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social carácter objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en madrid que se ha escrito nunca la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos su extension en cuatro partes su profundidad psicológica el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal contribuyendo situar galdós la altura y algunos dirán incluso por encima de maestros como balzac dickens dostoievsky br en esta primera parte conoceremos los orígenes de la pudiente familia santa cruz así como las andanzas del joven juanito cómo acabó casandose con la bella e inocente jacinta sin embargo habrá algunos aspectos del pasado de vida alegre de juanito santa cruz que levanten las sospechas de la atormentada jacinta y con la ayuda de guillermina pepe izquierdo intentará resarcirse dar un importante golpe de efecto en forma de venganza poética para salirse con la suya summary epachuko |
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14337 |
After A Night Of Rain |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of After A Night Of Rain by Madison Cawein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for September 1, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAn ode to September and the changing season. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/after-a-night-of-rain-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings night rain madison cawein br weekly poetry project september 1 2019 br br ode september changing season summary david lawrence |
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14338 |
Molly Brown's Senior Days |
Nell Speed |
Family Life, Published 1900 onward |
This novel is the fourth in a series of eight books written about Miss Molly Brown of Kentucky during her education at Wellington College in the early years of the 1900's. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/molly-browns-senior-days-by-nell-speed/ |
novel fourth series eight books written miss molly brown kentucky education wellington college early years 1900 s summary lynda marie neilson |
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14339 |
Mein blaues Buch |
Hermann Löns |
Romance, Ballads, Narratives |
Mein blaues Buch ist eine Sammlung von Balladen und Romanzen, welche 1909 erschien. Löns war leidenschaftlicher Jäger und gerne in der Natur unterwegs. Viele seiner Beobachtungen und Eindrücke setzte er nicht nur in Prosa, sondern auch in Gedichten um. Er gilt als einer der Vorreiter für den Naturschutz und war schon zu Lebzeiten ein Mythos. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/mein-blaues-buch-by-hermann-loens/ |
mein blaues buch ist eine sammlung von balladen und romanzen welche 1909 erschien löns war leidenschaftlicher jäger und gerne der natur unterwegs viele seiner beobachtungen und eindrücke setzte er nicht nur prosa sondern auch gedichten um er gilt als einer der vorreiter für den naturschutz und war schon zu lebzeiten ein mythos summary lorda |
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Tale of Turkey Proudfoot (version 2) |
Arthur Scott Bailey |
Action & Adventure, Animals & Nature, Short works |
Another Slumbertown and Tuck-Me In Tale book by Arthur Scott Bailey, this time we meet Turkey Proudfoot at Farmer Greens farm in Pleasant Valley and his fellow yard mates who loved to mimic his beautiful tail. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-tale-of-turkey-proudfoot-version-2-by-arthur-scott-bailey/ |
another slumbertown tuck me tale book arthur scott bailey time meet turkey proudfoot farmer greens farm pleasant valley fellow yard mates loved mimic beautiful tail summary lynda marie neilson |
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Bear Family at Home |
Curtis D. Wilbur |
Animals & Nature |
THE BEAR FAMILY AT HOME -And How the Circus Came to Visit Them\nOnce a little cub bear was caught in a big log trap, and taken on a train to a circus. He lived in the circus a long, long while, and every day a great many people came to see the bear, and the lions, and the tigers, and the leopards, and the elephants, and the camels, and the other animals. \nEvery night the animals would all be put in the wagons made for them, then the wagons would be rolled on the flat-cars of a railroad train. The train would go all night to another town, where a great many people would come to see the animals and the men and women in the circus. The Cub Bear saw a great many wonderful and strange things while he was in the circus and while traveling on the trains. Once he crossed the ocean in a great ship, and came back again in another ship. The first story tells How the Little Bear got free from the circus and back in the woods again. : - Summary by the author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-bear-family-at-home-by-curtis-d-wilbur/ |
bear family home and circus came visit little cub bear caught big log trap taken train circus lived circus long long while every day great many people came see bear lions tigers leopards elephants camels animals every night animals would put wagons made them wagons would rolled flat cars railroad train train would go night another town great many people would come see animals men women circus cub bear saw great many wonderful strange things circus traveling trains crossed ocean great ship came back another ship first story tells little bear got free circus back woods again summary author |
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14344 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 12: Segundo Libro de los Reyes |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El Segundo libro de los Reyes continúa la saga de desobediencia comenzada en el Primer libro de los Reyes, alrededor del 850 a. C. con la conclusión del ministerio profético de Elías en Israel y el comienzo de la obra de su sucesor, Eliseo. Israel avanzó en espiral hacia abajo en su infidelidad, finalmente fue derrotado y dispersado por los asirios en 722. Judá, el reino del sur, tenía varios reyes que confiaban en Dios e intentaron hacer reformas. Pero después de muchos años de las advertencias de Dios a través de Isaías y otros profetas, los pecados de Judá fueron castigados y fue conquistada por Babilonia alrededor de 605 y finalmente la caída de Jerusalén en 586. El pueblo fue exiliado a Babilonia durante setenta años, tal como lo profetizó Jeremías. Dios se mantuvo fiel a su pacto a pesar de la infidelidad de Su pueblo. El autor de 2 Reyes es desconocido.\n<br></br>\nEnglish Translation:\n\nSecond Kings continues the saga of disobedience begun in First Kings, around 850 BC. C. with the conclusion of Elijah's prophetic ministry in Israel and the beginning of the work of his successor, Elisha. Israel spiraled down in its infidelity, was finally defeated and dispersed by the Assyrians in 722. Judah, the southern kingdom, had several kings who trusted in God and tried to make reforms. But after many years of God's warnings through Isaiah and other prophets, Judah's sins were punished by the conquest of Babylon around 605 and finally in the fall of Jerusalem in 586. The people were exiled to Babylon for seventy years, as Jeremiah prophesied. God remained faithful to His covenant despite the infidelity of His people. The author of 2 Kings is unknown.\n |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/bible-reina-valera-12-segundo-libro-de-los-reyes-by-reina-valera/ |
el segundo libro de los reyes continúa la saga de desobediencia comenzada en el primer libro de los reyes alrededor del 850 a c con la conclusión del ministerio profético de elías en israel el comienzo de la obra de su sucesor eliseo israel avanzó en espiral hacia abajo en su infidelidad finalmente fue derrotado dispersado por los asirios en 722 judá el reino del sur tenía varios reyes que confiaban en dios e intentaron hacer reformas pero después de muchos años de las advertencias de dios través de isaías otros profetas los pecados de judá fueron castigados fue conquistada por babilonia alrededor de 605 finalmente la caída de jerusalén en 586 el pueblo fue exiliado babilonia durante setenta años tal como lo profetizó jeremías dios se mantuvo fiel su pacto pesar de la infidelidad de su pueblo el autor de 2 reyes es desconocido br br english translation second kings continues saga disobedience begun first kings around 850 bc c conclusion elijah s prophetic ministry israel beginning work successor elisha israel spiraled infidelity finally defeated dispersed assyrians 722 judah southern kingdom several kings trusted god tried make reforms many years god s warnings isaiah prophets judah s sins punished conquest babylon around 605 finally fall jerusalem 586 people exiled babylon seventy years jeremiah prophesied god remained faithful covenant despite infidelity people author 2 kings unknown |
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14345 |
Full Speed Ahead: Tales From The Log Of A Correspondent |
Henry Beston |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
“These tales are memories of several months spent as a special correspondent attached to the forces of the American Navy on foreign service…. [I have] been content to chronicle the interesting incidents of the daily life as well as the achievements and heroisms of the friends who keep the highways of the sea…. I would not end without a word of thanks to the enlisted men for their unfailing good will and ever courteous behaviour.” Henry Beston (1888-1968) was an American author. In 1918, Beston became a press representative for the U.S. Navy. Highlights from this period include being the only American correspondent to travel with the British Grand Fleet and to be aboard an American destroyer during combat engagement and sinking during World War I. This 1919 book describes these experiences. Lists of names have been omitted from the Preface. - Summary by Book Preface, Wikipedia, David Wales |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/full-speed-ahead-tales-from-the-log-of-a-correspondent-by-henry-beston/ |
these tales memories several months spent special correspondent attached forces american navy foreign service i have content chronicle interesting incidents daily life well achievements heroisms friends keep highways sea would end without word thanks enlisted men unfailing good ever courteous behaviour henry beston 1888 1968 american author 1918 beston became press representative u s navy highlights period include american correspondent travel british grand fleet aboard american destroyer combat engagement sinking world war i 1919 book describes experiences lists names omitted preface summary book preface wikipedia david wales |
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14346 |
Life and Adventures of James P. Beckwourth, Mountaineer, Scout, and Pioneer, and Chief of the Crow Nation of Indians (Version 2) |
T. D. Bonner |
Biography & Autobiography |
James P. Beckworth, born in Virginia at the dawn of our Nation, moved with his family to eastern Missouri settling a few miles below what is now St. Charles.\nStill young, James began his education in the character of the Indian nations where he gained first hand knowledge of the Indian tactics and at times, their brutality.\nAt the young age of 19, he became a member of the famed company known as Ashley's hundred. Working along side some our countries most revered adventurers. Hugh Glass, Jim Bridger, Kit Carson and of course, General Ashley himself.\nAfter many adventures working for the American Fur Company, James began his journey to becoming Chief of the great Crow Nation. Proving his courage on the field of battle time and again, the Crow Nation grew to respect his character.<br><br>\nThrough the fur trade, James' knowledge and experience helped provide the Crow Nation with wealth they never experienced before. For this, they grew to appreciate his intellect. Rising through the ranks of warriors and consistently earning their admiration, the great council named him Chief.\nBut after fourteen years of living among the Great Plains Indians, James grew weary and longed to rejoin the society in which he was raised. Leaving his adopted family behind, James set off for even more adventure. First with the United States Army, fighting once again, an Indian Nation in Florida. His skill was called upon in California, participating in the first battles of California's independence. Yet again, his knowledge and experience were put to use in the Mexican-American war. <br><br>\nFinally, after years of military campaign and hardship, James settled in a valley nestled in the peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Here, he established the great Beckworth's Pass. Bringing emigrants directly to central California.\nTo this day, just west of Lake Tahoe, traveling west on Route 70, at the border of California and Nevada, a town, highway and even a mountain peak bear his name. A reminder to all Americans of a man who's magnificent life helped to forge our great Nation. Summary by cstew64 |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-james-p-beckwourth-2-by-t-d-bonner/ |
james p beckworth born virginia dawn nation moved family eastern missouri settling miles st charles still young james began education character indian nations gained first hand knowledge indian tactics times brutality young age 19 became member famed company known ashley s hundred working along side countries revered adventurers hugh glass jim bridger kit carson course general ashley himself many adventures working american fur company james began journey becoming chief great crow nation proving courage field battle time again crow nation grew respect character br br fur trade james knowledge experience helped provide crow nation wealth never experienced before this grew appreciate intellect rising ranks warriors consistently earning admiration great council named chief fourteen years living among great plains indians james grew weary longed rejoin society raised leaving adopted family behind james set even adventure first united states army fighting again indian nation florida skill called upon california participating first battles california s independence yet again knowledge experience put use mexican american war br br finally years military campaign hardship james settled valley nestled peaks sierra nevada mountain range here established great beckworth s pass bringing emigrants directly central california day west lake tahoe traveling west route 70 border california nevada town highway even mountain peak bear name reminder americans man who s magnificent life helped forge great nation summary cstew64 |
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13525 |
14348 |
Poems of To-Day: an Anthology |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a book of more modern poetry by various authors. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-to-day-an-anthology-by-various/ |
book modern poetry various authors summary lynda marie neilson |
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13526 |
14349 |
Christmas With Lucy Maud Montgomery: A Selection Of Stories |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Family Life, Single Author Collections |
This work is a selection of Christmas stories (or sometimes chapters) of Lucy Maud Montgomery from different sources and different times. The focus is widened a bit to include a few works about Thanksgiving Day and New Year’s Day. LMM was a prolific Canadian author in the early 20th century whose works were very popular in her own country as well as the United States, and indeed around the world. Perhaps her most read novel was her first, Anne Of Green Gables. - Summary by david wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-with-lucy-maud-montgomery-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
work selection christmas stories or sometimes chapters lucy maud montgomery different sources different times focus widened bit include works thanksgiving day new year s day lmm prolific canadian author early 20th century whose works popular country well united states indeed around world perhaps read novel first anne green gables summary david wales |
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14350 |
Uncollected Short Stories of L.M. Montgomery |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Single Author Collections |
A compilation of 80 short stories by the author of "Anne of Green Gables" that were not previously published in a book or in one of Project Gutenberg's short stories collections for this author. The subjects range from children's stories, to romance, humor, and ghost stories. These short stories were published in various magazines from the years 1896 to 1924. <br><br>\n\nSome of these stories were adapted by L.M. Montgomery into chapters of her later novels. The story "Una of the Garden" was transformed into the novel "Kilmeny of the Orchard". (Summary by Maria Therese) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/uncollected-short-stories-of-lm-montgomery-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
compilation 80 short stories author anne green gables previously published book one project gutenberg s short stories collections author subjects range children s stories romance humor ghost stories short stories published various magazines years 1896 1924 br br stories adapted l m montgomery chapters later novels story una garden transformed novel kilmeny orchard summary maria therese |
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14351 |
Kuning Hartfest |
Christoph David Friedrich Weinland |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Nach dem großen Erfolg von ‚Rulaman‘ schrieb David Friedrich Weinland ein weiteres Buch. Diesmal spielt die Geschichte in der Zeit der Römer und Germanen und erzählt von Kuning Hartfest und seinem Leben. Diesmal dient als Vorlage für das Hörbuch die 3. Auflage des Spamer Verlages Leipzig von 1905. Im Hörbuch nicht enthalten sind die Vorwörter und die Anmerkungen zu den einzelnen Kapiteln mit Worterklärungen und geschichtlichen Hintergründen zu den einzelnen Personen insbesondere Hartfest selbst, der bei Tacitus mit dem Namen Ariovist geführt wird. Die Anmerkungen sind in dem eingescannten Text bei archive.org einsehbar für die, die es interessiert. - Summary by Bernd Ungerer |
German |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/kuning-hartfest-by-christoph-david-friedrich-weinland/ |
nach dem großen erfolg von rulaman schrieb david friedrich weinland ein weiteres buch diesmal spielt die geschichte der zeit der römer und germanen und erzählt von kuning hartfest und seinem leben diesmal dient als vorlage für das hörbuch die 3 auflage des spamer verlages leipzig von 1905 im hörbuch nicht enthalten sind die vorwörter und die anmerkungen zu den einzelnen kapiteln mit worterklärungen und geschichtlichen hintergründen zu den einzelnen personen insbesondere hartfest selbst der bei tacitus mit dem namen ariovist geführt wird die anmerkungen sind dem eingescannten text bei archive org einsehbar für die die es interessiert summary bernd ungerer |
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Diamond Pin |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Eccentric and wealthy New York widow Ursula Pell loves playing cruel jokes on her guests and particularly on her niece and nephew who are destined to inherit the millions in gems left to her by her late husband. Therefore when she is found brutally murdered in a locked room the morning after a dinner party her niece Iris the most recent victim of Ursula's humiliating pranks is first suspected until all the clues point to her nephew. Where did she stash the gemstones and the much mentioned diamond pin promised Iris. Enter Fleming Stone, famous detective who hopefully can prove the innocence of the nephew, the true value of the diamond pin and discover WHO killed Mrs. Pell.\n - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-diamond-pin-by-carolyn-wells/ |
eccentric wealthy new york widow ursula pell loves playing cruel jokes guests particularly niece nephew destined inherit millions gems left late husband therefore found brutally murdered locked room morning dinner party niece iris recent victim ursula s humiliating pranks first suspected clues point nephew stash gemstones much mentioned diamond pin promised iris enter fleming stone famous detective hopefully prove innocence nephew true value diamond pin discover killed mrs pell summary celine major |
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13530 |
14355 |
Chronicles of America Volume 11 - Eve of the Revolution |
Carl L. Becker |
History |
Here is a look at the evolution of thought and events that led Benjamin Franklin to make this statement: "British subjects, by removing to America, cultivating a wilderness, extending the domain, and increasing the wealth, commerce, and power of the mother country, at the hazard of their lives and fortunes, ought not, and in fact do not thereby lose their native rights."\n |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/eve-of-the-revolution-by-carl-l-becker/ |
look evolution thought events led benjamin franklin make statement british subjects removing america cultivating wilderness extending domain increasing wealth commerce power mother country hazard lives fortunes ought not fact thereby lose native rights |
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14357 |
In Vino Veritas, from Stages on Life’s Way |
Soren Kierkegaard |
Literary Fiction, Psychology |
In Vino Veritas is one section of Kierkegaard's Stages on Life's Way, originally published in 1845. In a conscious reference to Plato's Symposium, it is determined that each participant must give a speech, and that their topic shall be love. Lee M. Hollander said, "it excels Plato's work in subtlety, richness, and refined humor. To be sure, Kierkegaard has charged his creation with such romantic superabundance of delicate observations and rococo ornament that the whole comes dangerously near being improbable; whereas the older work stands solidly in reality." Some of the speakers in this book are charcters from Kierkegaard's other books. Victor Eremita, Judge William, and Johannes the Seducer were all from Either/Or (1843) and Constantin and the Young Person were from Repetition (1843). (Summary by Soupy) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/in-vino-veritas-from-stages-on-lifes-way-by-soren-kierkegaard/ |
vino veritas one section kierkegaard s stages life s way originally published 1845 conscious reference plato s symposium determined participant must give speech topic shall love lee m hollander said it excels plato s work subtlety richness refined humor sure kierkegaard charged creation romantic superabundance delicate observations rococo ornament whole comes dangerously near improbable whereas older work stands solidly reality speakers book charcters kierkegaard s books victor eremita judge william johannes seducer either or 1843 constantin young person repetition 1843 summary soupy |
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13532 |
14359 |
Train Window |
Lola Ridge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Train Window by Lola Ridge.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for September 8, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nLola Ridge, born Rose Emily Ridge was an Irish-American anarchist poet and an influential editor of avant-garde, feminist, and Marxist publications. She is best remembered for her long poems and poetic sequences, published in numerous magazines and collected in five books of poetry. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/train-window-by-lola-ridge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings train window lola ridge br weekly poetry project september 8 2019 br br lola ridge born rose emily ridge irish american anarchist poet influential editor avant garde feminist marxist publications best remembered long poems poetic sequences published numerous magazines collected five books poetry summary wikipedia |
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13533 |
14360 |
Indian Serenade |
Percy Bysshe Shelley |
Romance |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of The Indian Serenade, by Percy Bysshe Shelley.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 8, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nFrom Wikipedia, Shelley's short life spanned from August 1792 – 8 July 1822 and after his death, became known as was one of the major English Romantic poets, who is regarded by some as among the finest lyric and philosophical poets in the English language, and one of the most influential. - Summary by Wikipedia and Michele Fry |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-indian-serenade-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings indian serenade percy bysshe shelley br fortnightly poetry project september 8 2019 br br wikipedia shelley s short life spanned august 1792 8 july 1822 death became known one major english romantic poets regarded among finest lyric philosophical poets english language one influential summary wikipedia michele fry |
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13534 |
14361 |
History of Burke and Hare, And of the Resurrectionist Times |
George MacGregor |
True Crime |
From the preface: ".....of all the criminal events that have occurred in Scotland, few have excited so deep, widespread, and lasting an interest as those which took place during what have been called the Resurrectionist Times, and notably, the dreadful series of murders perpetrated in the name of anatomical science by Burke and Hare.\nIn the preparation of this work the Author has had a double purpose before him. He has sought not only to record faithfully the lives and crimes of Burke and Hare, and their two female associates, but also to present a general view of the Resurrectionist movement from its earliest inception until the passing of the Anatomy Act in 1832, when the violation of the sepulchres of the dead for scientific purposes was rendered unnecessary, and absolutely inexcusable." |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-burke-and-hare-and-of-the-resurrectionist-times-by-george-macgregor/ |
preface of criminal events occurred scotland excited deep widespread lasting interest took place called resurrectionist times notably dreadful series murders perpetrated name anatomical science burke hare preparation work author double purpose him sought record faithfully lives crimes burke hare two female associates also present general view resurrectionist movement earliest inception passing anatomy act 1832 violation sepulchres dead scientific purposes rendered unnecessary absolutely inexcusable |
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13535 |
14362 |
Human Nature and Conduct - Part 4 Conclusion |
John Dewey |
Early Modern, Modern |
John Dewey, an early 20th Century American philosopher, psychologist, educational theorist. This project encompasses Part 4 of 4 of his book Human Nature and Conduct, An Introduction to Social Psychology, published in 1922. Dewey's uses the words "HABIT" and "Impulse" as a specialized catch-all words to describe how a person and his/her objective environment interact. This interaction is the basis for moral and ethical judgments. Dewey writes: "All habits are demands for certain kinds of activity; and they constitute the self.” In other places he also asserts that "Habits are Will." In the third part of the book, Dewey describes how we make ethical judgments (Dramatic Rehearsal) on the occasions which call upon the exercise of intelligence, and the relationship among aims, goals, means and ends, and emotions.\n\nIn this fourth section he ties together the preceding concepts and conclusions\n\nPart 4: Conclusion\n\nSection I: The Good of Activity\nBetter and worse; morality a process; evolution and progress; optimism; Epicureanism; making others happy.\n\nSection II: Morals are Human\nHumane morals; natural law and morals; place of science.\n\nSection III: What is Freedom?\nElements in freedom; capacity in action; novel possibilities; force of desire.\n\nSection IV: Morality is Social\nConscience and responsibility; social pressure and opportunity; exaggeration of blame; importance of social psychology; category of right; the community of religious symbol.\n\nSoloist supplementary note: Very important but sometimes overlooked is his concept in Part 3 of the book of "Dramatic Rehearsal" which to me means: when we are deliberating over a course of action, we don't just tote up an arithmetic series of "if I do THIS, then THIS will happen, and then THIS will happen, etc. and weigh out the pluses and minuses" as a Utilitarian would do. No, what we do, says Dewey, is that at every step of divining what the future will hold, we examine how we FEEL about the situation. For example, if we're planning a chess move, we don't think to ourselves merely "if I make THIS move, I'll weaken my king side, but I'll gain a pawn" No, instead we think "if I make THIS move, I'll weaken my king side {Dang it all to hecky darn! }, but I'll gain a pawn {Yaaaay! hoorah! }". The force of our subjective and emotive intensity sway the final decisions.\n\n~ Summary by William Allan Jones, Soloist |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/human-nature-and-conduct-an-introduction-to-social-psychology-part-4-by-john-dewey/ |
john dewey early 20th century american philosopher psychologist educational theorist project encompasses part 4 4 book human nature conduct introduction social psychology published 1922 dewey s uses words habit impulse specialized catch all words describe person his her objective environment interact interaction basis moral ethical judgments dewey writes all habits demands certain kinds activity constitute self places also asserts habits will third part book dewey describes make ethical judgments dramatic rehearsal occasions call upon exercise intelligence relationship among aims goals means ends emotions fourth section ties together preceding concepts conclusions part 4 conclusion section i good activity better worse morality process evolution progress optimism epicureanism making others happy section ii morals human humane morals natural law morals place science section iii freedom elements freedom capacity action novel possibilities force desire section iv morality social conscience responsibility social pressure opportunity exaggeration blame importance social psychology category right community religious symbol soloist supplementary note important sometimes overlooked concept part 3 book dramatic rehearsal means deliberating course action tote arithmetic series if this happen happen etc weigh pluses minuses utilitarian would do no do says dewey every step divining future hold examine feel situation example we re planning chess move think merely if make move i ll weaken king side i ll gain pawn no instead think if make move i ll weaken king side dang hecky darn i ll gain pawn yaaaay hoorah force subjective emotive intensity sway final decisions summary william allan jones soloist |
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14363 |
Heroines of Service |
Mary Rosetta Parkman |
Biography & Autobiography |
From time immemorial, women have served as wives, mothers and domestic organizers. But in the nineteenth century, the lives of women were changing, allowing those with drive to serve in other capacities. In this volume, we briefly examine the lives of eleven such women, ranging from 'Our Lady of the Red Cross', Clara Barton to 'A Champion of the Cause', Anna Howard Shaw and 'The White Mother of Darkest Africa', Mary Slessor. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/heroines-of-service-by-mary-rosetta-parkman/ |
time immemorial women served wives mothers domestic organizers nineteenth century lives women changing allowing drive serve capacities volume briefly examine lives eleven women ranging our lady red cross clara barton a champion cause anna howard shaw the white mother darkest africa mary slessor summary lynne thompson |
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13537 |
14364 |
Wonderful Year |
William John Locke |
Travel Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Martin Overshaw and Corinna Hastings are leading dull and unproductive lives in Paris, having fled humdrum England. They fall in with Fortinbras, who calls himself a Marchand de Bonheur. He predicts a bright future for them and suggests they set out on a journey through France together. \nThe book follows their adventure which turns out to be far more complicated than it might at first seem. They meet a variety of characters on the way and the looming threat of the First World War overshadows the second half of the book, which nonetheless ends happily for all concerned. |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonderful-year-by-william-john-locke/ |
martin overshaw corinna hastings leading dull unproductive lives paris fled humdrum england fall fortinbras calls marchand de bonheur predicts bright future suggests set journey france together book follows adventure turns far complicated might first seem meet variety characters way looming threat first world war overshadows second half book nonetheless ends happily concerned |
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13538 |
14365 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1889 - 1892) |
Benjamin Harrison |
Political Science |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Benjamin Harrison. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1889-1892-by-benjamin-harrison/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses benjamin harrison summary wikipedia |
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14366 |
Call Mr. Fortune |
H. C. Bailey |
Detective Fiction |
Call Mr. Fortune is a collection of short stories which introduce Reginald Fortune. Reggie, like his father, is a physician. The son applies his diagnostic skills to crime-solving. As he is not a civil servant, he is free to represent the government, the accused, or the injured. |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/call-mr-fortune-by-h-c-bailey/ |
call mr fortune collection short stories introduce reginald fortune reggie like father physician son applies diagnostic skills crime solving civil servant free represent government accused injured |
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13540 |
14367 |
Muerta Enamorada |
Théophile Gautier |
Gothic Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
La Muerta Enamorada es un delicioso relato al más puro estilo romántico donde la realidad y el sueño se confunden, y donde la vida y la muerte se entrelazan, diluyéndose la delgada frontera que, en ocasiones, las separa. Se trata de una de las obras que más evidencia el estilo y el arte de Gautier. En ella el día y la noche, lo real y la ilusión, lo grotesco y lo sutil, la seducción y la repugnancia, plasmadas en un tono enigmático y atrayente, propio del autor, se funden de manera imperceptible para engendrar lo sublime: la belleza. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/la-muerta-enamorada-by-theophile-gautier/ |
la muerta enamorada es un delicioso relato al más puro estilo romántico donde la realidad el sueño se confunden donde la vida la muerte se entrelazan diluyéndose la delgada frontera que en ocasiones las separa se trata de una de las obras que más evidencia el estilo el arte de gautier en ella el día la noche lo real la ilusión lo grotesco lo sutil la seducción la repugnancia plasmadas en un tono enigmático atrayente propio del autor se funden de manera imperceptible para engendrar lo sublime la belleza summary phileas fogg |
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13541 |
14368 |
Coffee Break Collection 23 -- Mysteries, Riddles and Conundrums |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the twenty-third Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is Mysteries, Riddles and Conundrums. Short mystery fiction, puzzles that have baffled generations, whether solved or unsolved and anything our forefathers have struggled to explain. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, essays...who knows what you will discover? |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-23-mysteries-puzzles-and-conundrums-by-various/ |
twenty third coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection mysteries riddles conundrums short mystery fiction puzzles baffled generations whether solved unsolved anything forefathers struggled explain fiction non fiction poetry prose essays who knows discover |
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13542 |
14370 |
Complete Works Of Brann, The Iconoclast, Volume 12 |
William Cowper Brann |
Short Stories, Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works |
William Cowper Brann earned the nickname “The Iconoclast” by fearlessly attacking established beliefs and institutions which he thought to be pompous and self-serving. He settled in the wild and wooly West Texas town of Waco in the late 1800s as a newspaper man - first as a writer and then as owner of newspaper he named “The Iconoclast”. During this period, Catholics and Protestants were duking it out over the soul of Texas and there was even further sectarian strife among Protestants. Brann wrote prolifically and aired his Politically Incorrect views with vigor and colorful language. Described as a “slouch-hatted, gun-toting, beer-drinking, woman-worshiping man,” he assailed Baptists, Prohibition, blacks and universities as though engaged in a life-or-death gunfight; and actually he was killed in a gunfight at age 43. After he was shot in the back, drew his own gun and killed the man who had bushwacked him AND THEN walked directly to the jail before dying the next morning.\n\nThis Volume 12 consists mainly of newspaper editorials and accounts of his death. Here you'll find both praise for his work and criticisms of his junk-yard-dog style of attack journalism. In addition there is a handful of his scathing articles and speeches... really delightful listenig! |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/the-complete-works-of-brann-the-iconoclast-volume-12-by-william-cowper-brann/ |
william cowper brann earned nickname the iconoclast fearlessly attacking established beliefs institutions thought pompous self serving settled wild wooly west texas town waco late 1800s newspaper man first writer owner newspaper named the iconoclast period catholics protestants duking soul texas even sectarian strife among protestants brann wrote prolifically aired politically incorrect views vigor colorful language described slouch hatted gun toting beer drinking woman worshiping man assailed baptists prohibition blacks universities though engaged life or death gunfight actually killed gunfight age 43 shot back drew gun killed man bushwacked walked directly jail dying next morning volume 12 consists mainly newspaper editorials accounts death find praise work criticisms junk yard dog style attack journalism addition handful scathing articles speeches really delightful listenig |
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14371 |
Lucian's Dialogues Volume 2: The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods |
Lucian of Samosata |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Dramatic Readings, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods are 15 miniature dialogues mocking the Homeric conception of the Greek gods, originally written in Attic Greek by Syrian author Lucian of Samosata. Almost 1900 years old, these dialogues still retain a lot of their original humor and wit. - Summary by Foon\n\n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nAlpheius/Menelaus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13909">ZoinkMeister Patrick </a><br>\nAmphitrite/Panope: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone </a><br>\nCyclops: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo </a><br>\nDelphines/Amymone: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau </a><br>\nDoris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nEnipeus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nGalateia: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13420">Anita Sloma-Martinez </a><br>\nGalene/Xanthus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13990">Jeanne Viray </a><br>\nIphianassa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/12028">Pseudonymous Nerd </a><br>\nIris: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nNotus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/12623">Stefan Von Blon </a><br>\nPoseidon: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nProtheus/Triton: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka </a><br>\nThalassa: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13444">B L Newman</a><br>\nThetis: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/6548">K.G.Cross</a><br>\nZephyrus: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13738">Seaquill</a><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by Larry Wilson</strong><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-by-lucian-of-samosata/ |
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14372 |
Great Epochs in American History, Volume I |
Francis Whiting Halsey |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is the first volume in ten volume series of great epochs in the history of the United States, from the landing of Columbus to the building of the Panama Canal. In large part, events composing each epoch are described by men who participated in them, or were personal eye-witnesses of them. Volume I describes the early period from 1000 AD to 1682. - Summary by Kikisaulite |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/great-epochs-in-american-history-volume-i-by-francis-whiting-halsey/ |
first volume ten volume series great epochs history united states landing columbus building panama canal large part events composing epoch described men participated them personal eye witnesses them volume describes early period 1000 ad 1682 summary kikisaulite |
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14373 |
French Revolution |
Robert Matteson Johnston |
War & Military |
A companion volume to his previous "lightning biography" of Napoleon, this book is an outline of the overall shape and impact of the French Revolution, with references given for deeper study. It is a deliberately short and approachable work, suitable for those reading about the French Revolution for the first time, or looking for an overview of the main events and significance of this great historical cataclysm. - Summary by Beth Thomas and the Introduction |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-french-revolution-by-robert-matteson-johnston/ |
companion volume previous lightning biography napoleon book outline overall shape impact french revolution references given deeper study deliberately short approachable work suitable reading french revolution first time looking overview main events significance great historical cataclysm summary beth thomas introduction |
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14374 |
Anacronópete |
Enrique Gaspar y Rimbau |
Travel Fiction, Science Fiction |
"El Anacronópete" es la primera obra en la que aparece una "máquina del tiempo" en la Historia de la Literatura, escrita en 1881 antes incluso que los textos de H.G Wells o Eugene Mouton. En esta peculiar máquina su creador: Don Sindulfo junto con su ayudante Benjamín y de la mano de otras alegres companías vivirán curiosas aventuras, viajando en el tiempo a la Granada de 1492, la Pompeya durante la erupción del Vesubio o la China del siglo III entre otros pintorescos lugares y momentos históricos. <br><br>This is the very first book in the history of literature about a time machine, predating the famous book by H. G. Wells by 8 years. A very funny and hilarious science fiction novel. (Summary by Epachuko) |
Spanish |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/el-anacronopete-by-enrique-gaspar-y-rimbau/ |
el anacronópete es la primera obra en la que aparece una máquina del tiempo en la historia de la literatura escrita en 1881 antes incluso que los textos de h g wells eugene mouton en esta peculiar máquina su creador sindulfo junto con su ayudante benjamín de la mano de otras alegres companías vivirán curiosas aventuras viajando en el tiempo la granada de 1492 la pompeya durante la erupción del vesubio la china del siglo iii entre otros pintorescos lugares momentos históricos br br this first book history literature time machine predating famous book h g wells 8 years funny hilarious science fiction novel summary epachuko |
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13547 |
14375 |
Bettesworth's Exultation |
Jonathan Swift |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of Bettesworth's Exultation Upon hearing that his name would be transmitted to posterity in Dr. Swift's works, by William Dunkin by Jonathan Swift.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for September 15, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nJonathan Swift, satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer (first for the Whigs, then for the Tories), poet and cleric who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin. He is regarded by the Encyclopædia Britannica as the foremost prose satirist in the English language and is less well known for his poetry. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/bettesworths-exultation-by-jonathan-swift/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings bettesworth s exultation upon hearing name would transmitted posterity dr swift s works william dunkin jonathan swift br weekly poetry project september 15 2019 br br jonathan swift satirist essayist political pamphleteer first whigs tories poet cleric became dean st patrick s cathedral dublin regarded encyclopædia britannica foremost prose satirist english language less well known poetry summary wikipedia |
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14376 |
Dream of Gerontius |
John Henry Newman |
Single author, Christianity - Other |
As a rule, when Cardinal Newman's poetry is mentioned, people think of "The Pillar of the Cloud," better known as "Lead, Kindly Light." This lyric is only one of the many beautiful poems written by an author whose fame as a writer of the finest modern prose in the English language has eclipsed his reputation as a poet. Nevertheless, he wrote a very great poem, "The Dream of Gerontius"—a poem which the intellectual world admires more and more every year, and which yields its best only after careful study and consideration. It has been described as a metrical meditation on death. It is more than that; it is the realization by means of a loving heart and a poetic imagination of the state of a just soul after death,—Gerontius typifying not the soul of a particular person imagined by Cardinal Newman, but your soul, my soul, any soul which may be fortunate enough to satisfy the judging and merciful God. No poet has ever presented the condition of the soul, as made known by the theology of the Catholic Church, so forcibly and appealingly as Cardinal Newman. - Summary by Maurice Francis Egan |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-of-gerontius-by-john-henry-newman/ |
rule cardinal newman s poetry mentioned people think the pillar cloud better known lead kindly light lyric one many beautiful poems written author whose fame writer finest modern prose english language eclipsed reputation poet nevertheless wrote great poem the dream gerontius a poem intellectual world admires every year yields best careful study consideration described metrical meditation death that realization means loving heart poetic imagination state soul death gerontius typifying soul particular person imagined cardinal newman soul soul soul may fortunate enough satisfy judging merciful god poet ever presented condition soul made known theology catholic church forcibly appealingly cardinal newman summary maurice francis egan |
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Red Wallflower |
Susan Warner |
Christian Fiction |
A motherless girl finds life very lonely living with only her dour father and two servants in the quiet New England countryside. Lonely, that is, until a neighbor begins to fill her long days and hungry mind with fascinating studies and companionship. These rich days leave an even bigger blank when his parents send him to college and eventually to university in England, determined to keep him away from young Esther. Where can she find the comfort and joy for which she is longing and searching as she grows into womanhood?\n- Summary by HannahMary |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/a-red-wallflower-by-susan-warner/ |
motherless girl finds life lonely living dour father two servants quiet new england countryside lonely is neighbor begins fill long days hungry mind fascinating studies companionship rich days leave even bigger blank parents send college eventually university england determined keep away young esther find comfort joy longing searching grows womanhood summary hannahmary |
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14380 |
African Millionaire: Episodes in the Life of the Illustrious Colonel Clay |
Grant Allen |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
"My name is Seymour Wilbraham Wentworth. I am brother-in-law and secretary to Sir Charles Vandrift, the South African millionaire and famous financier. Many years ago, when Charlie Vandrift was a small lawyer in Cape Town, I had the (qualified) good fortune to marry his sister. Much later, when the Vandrift estate and farm near Kimberley developed by degrees into the Cloetedorp Golcondas, Limited, my brother-in-law offered me the not unremunerative post of secretary; in which capacity I have ever since been his constant and attached companion." An illustrious scientist, Allen came to fiction as a more lucrative avenue than more serious writing. As well as writing ghost and detective stories, he introduced us to the illustrious Colonel Clay, a precursor of other gentleman rogue characters; he notably bears a strong resemblance to Maurice Leblanc's Arsène Lupin, introduced some years later. - Summary by Lynne Thompson, quote from the first chapter |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/an-african-millionaire-episodes-in-the-life-of-the-illustrious-colonel-clay-by-grant-allen/ |
my name seymour wilbraham wentworth brother in law secretary sir charles vandrift south african millionaire famous financier many years ago charlie vandrift small lawyer cape town qualified good fortune marry sister much later vandrift estate farm near kimberley developed degrees cloetedorp golcondas limited brother in law offered unremunerative post secretary capacity ever since constant attached companion illustrious scientist allen came fiction lucrative avenue serious writing well writing ghost detective stories introduced us illustrious colonel clay precursor gentleman rogue characters notably bears strong resemblance maurice leblanc s arsène lupin introduced years later summary lynne thompson quote first chapter |
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13592 |
14433 |
October |
Dinah Maria Mulock Craik |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of October by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 6, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nDinah Maria Craik was an English novelist and poet. She is best remembered for her novel John Halifax, Gentleman, which presents the ideals of English middle-class life. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/october-by-dinah-maria-mulock-craik/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings october dinah maria mulock craik br weekly poetry project october 6 2019 br br dinah maria craik english novelist poet best remembered novel john halifax gentleman presents ideals english middle class life summary wikipedia |
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13551 |
14381 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 070 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works selected by the readers. “Shall we ever be able to visit the moon?” queries journalist Charles Nevers Holmes in 1920. Holmes was hopeful. Technology had come a long way since 1862, when balloonist James Glaisher made a daring ascent to 37,000 feet above the earth and passed out for lack of oxygen [Travels in the Air]. Glaisher had to best-guess the altitude to which his balloon had climbed while he was unconscious. Technology requires a rational system of accurate measurement [A Metric America]. Societies, however, are not rational. Some past eras were filled with horror [The Blues and Greens of Justinian; An Accursed Race]; others with heroism [Not to be Forgotten]. Some men view the public weal through stoic's eyes [Of Seneca's Writings] and some in a more hopeful frame of mind [Theodore Roosevelt on Applying the 9th Commandment]. Days of public observance tell a nation's concerns [Veteran's Day; 5th of November Act 1605]. Myths and legends speak to the importance of loyalty [King Arthur's Table] and to our trust that truth will win out [Merlin the Magician]. Sometimes a humorist like Mark Twain can make us laugh at ourselves [Poets as Policemen]. At other times grief overwhelms us [The Burning of Peshtigo, Wisconsin]. The single woman or man, wondering their place in this complexity, can make a difference: a woman stops to think about the food she buys for her family [How Much Shall We Spend for Food]; another woman sparks a bit of self-assertive feminism in a friend [The New Stove]. And, ever and again, in our search for meaning, we turn to artists [A Talk with Mr. Oscar Wilde; Oscar Wilde and the Aesthetic Movement; Post Impressionism in the Prose of Gertrude Stein]. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-070-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works selected readers shall ever able visit moon queries journalist charles nevers holmes 1920 holmes hopeful technology come long way since 1862 balloonist james glaisher made daring ascent 37 000 feet earth passed lack oxygen travels air glaisher best guess altitude balloon climbed unconscious technology requires rational system accurate measurement a metric america societies however rational past eras filled horror the blues greens justinian accursed race others heroism not forgotten men view public weal stoic s eyes of seneca s writings hopeful frame mind theodore roosevelt applying 9th commandment days public observance tell nation s concerns veteran s day 5th november act 1605 myths legends speak importance loyalty king arthur s table trust truth win merlin magician sometimes humorist like mark twain make us laugh poets policemen times grief overwhelms us the burning peshtigo wisconsin single woman man wondering place complexity make difference woman stops think food buys family how much shall spend food another woman sparks bit self assertive feminism friend the new stove and ever again search meaning turn artists a talk mr oscar wilde oscar wilde aesthetic movement post impressionism prose gertrude stein summary sue anderson |
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Short Ghost and Horror Collection 036 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-036-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual |
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14384 |
Amphitryon |
Molière |
Plays, Comedy |
"The history of Amphitryon and Alcmene, or rather the myth of the birth of Hercules, is certainly very old, and is to be found in the literature of different nations." Under Moliere's touch, it becomes "One of the most charming and natural comedies composed in French verse.... Sprightliness and vivacity abound in this comedy...." \n - Summary by Translator Henri Van Laun\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMercury, in the form of Sosia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nNight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nJupiter, in the form of Amphitryon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMercury, in the form of Sosia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nAmphitryon, general of the Thebans: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nArgatiphontidas, Theban Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nNaucrates, Theban Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nPolidas, Theban Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nPausicles, Theban Captain: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nSosia, Amphitryon's servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nAlcmene, Amphitryon's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nCleanthis, Alcmene's maid, Sosia's wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/amphitryon-by-moliere/ |
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14385 |
In Chancery |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Comedy |
Subtitled "An Original Fantastic Comedy in Three Acts", this should be another enjoyable farce by Pinero, including memory loss, mistaken identity, crime and detection, romance, and many other of life's various complications. "Your husband?" "My husband!" "Begorra! It's not bigamy, but trigonometry, he's been attempting". - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nCaptain Dionysius McCafferty (formerly in the Ballytara Militia, now proprietor of the Railway Hotel, Steepleton Junction): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nDr. Titus (His medical attendant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nMontague Joliffe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. Hinxman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nJohn (Mrs. Smith's Servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMr. Buzzard (A Butcher): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMr. Gawge (A Draper): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMrs. Smith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMrs. Marmaduke Jackson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nPatricia McCafferty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12500">Foon</a><br>\nAmelia Anne Buzzard: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nWalker (Mrs. Smith's servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nKittles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/in-chancery-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
subtitled an original fantastic comedy three acts another enjoyable farce pinero including memory loss mistaken identity crime detection romance many life s various complications your husband my husband begorra bigamy trigonometry he s attempting summary toddhw br br cast list br captain dionysius mccafferty formerly ballytara militia proprietor railway hotel steepleton junction a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br dr titus his medical attendant a href https librivox org reader 13563 steven fellows a br montague joliffe a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr hinxman a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br john mrs smith s servant a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mr buzzard a butcher a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br mr gawge a draper a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs smith a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mrs marmaduke jackson a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br patricia mccafferty a href https librivox org reader 12500 foon a br amelia anne buzzard a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br walker mrs smith s servant a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br kittles a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13555 |
14386 |
Life of Luther |
Gustav A. Just |
Biography & Autobiography |
This short biography of Martin Luther, by Gustav Just, who taught at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran School, St. Louis, is a standard resource for students, young and old. The first five chapters give a swift moving, succinct overview of church history up to Luther’s time, and the final two chapters deal with the church after Luther’s death. Martin Luther is presented in a favorable, but objective light and his influence appreciated as the primary leader of the Reformation. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-luther-by-gustav-a-just/ |
short biography martin luther gustav just taught bethlehem evangelical lutheran school st louis standard resource students young old first five chapters give swift moving succinct overview church history luther s time final two chapters deal church luther s death martin luther presented favorable objective light influence appreciated primary leader reformation summary larry wilson |
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13556 |
14387 |
Biography of Mahommah G. Baquaqua |
Samuel Downing Moore |
Biography & Autobiography |
Mahommah Gardo Baquaqua was a former slave, native of West Africa. He was sold as a slave in 1845 and worked in Brazil as a captive; however, when the ship where he was enslaved crew was at the harbor in New York in 1847, he fled. He studied at the New York Central College in McGrawville for almost three years. In 1854, he moved to Canada; he narrated his autobiography to the abolitionist Samuel Downing Moore in Detroit, who published it. His narrative is the only known document about the slave trade written by a former Brazilian slave. - Summary by Leni |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/biography-of-mahommah-g-baquaqua-by-samuel-downing-moore/ |
mahommah gardo baquaqua former slave native west africa sold slave 1845 worked brazil captive however ship enslaved crew harbor new york 1847 fled studied new york central college mcgrawville almost three years 1854 moved canada narrated autobiography abolitionist samuel downing moore detroit published it narrative known document slave trade written former brazilian slave summary leni |
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13557 |
14388 |
Serapion |
Francis Stevens |
Fantasy Fiction |
"An evil influence has been brought into touch with you," the medium warned Clayton Barbour. "A dead soul seeks to destroy your life that it may itself go on living." At that moment, Barbour began his grim struggle for possession of himself. (Adapted from the <i>Famous Fantastic Mysteries</i> reprint, July, 1942) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/serapion-by-francis-stevens/ |
an evil influence brought touch you medium warned clayton barbour a dead soul seeks destroy life may go living moment barbour began grim struggle possession himself adapted i famous fantastic mysteries i reprint july 1942 |
| 13566 |
13559 |
14390 |
Milton's Minor Poems |
John Milton |
Single author |
“On Shakespear 1630” typifies much of Milton’s poetry. By some miracle never yet explained, at age 24 he managed to get a 16-line encomium included in the Second Folio of the Bard’s collected works, 1632. Quite a coup! And this brand new M.A., never before published, used this brief poem to contradict Shakespeare’s chief rival, the great Ben Jonson, whose 80-line panegyric had graced the First Folio eleven years earlier. Jonson had said that Shakespeare’s monument was this living book, but Milton says, no, it is rather the readers who, stunned by the poet’s verse, become living statues in his honor.<br>\n\nYou will find the same audacity here in the minor poems as in Paradise Lost, which treats of “things unattempted yet in prose of rime.” You can hear it in the college student’s satirical invitation (likely to the classmate next on the program) “Rivers arise . . . ,” a travesty of the epic catalogue of rivers; and in his affectionately irreverent epitaph on Hobson (of “Hobson’s choice”), the stage coach driver for the boys of Cambridge; and again in a second epitaph on the same subject but offering a shameless burlesque of “Metaphysical” conceits. Even in his paraphrase of Psalm VII, where he takes issue with the King James Version on two points of grammar at the end of the second stanza, he is clearly the man who will write “How few somtimes may know, when thousands err.”<br>\n\nYet for all Milton’s iconoclasm, he knows discipline. Some of the later sonnets undertake topics, express attitudes, and employ metrical devices which, by straining the delicate sonnet form almost—but not quite—to the breaking point, create such power as was never before borne by any sonnet. Such is the power of poetic discipline wedded to poetic genius.<br>\n\nBut it is in “Lycidas” that Milton faces the ultimate test of inspiration vs. authority. He piles into the poem every known convention of the pastoral elegy form and even drags in by the heels St. Peter, who, as father of the Church, was a pastor, and these provide the cage within which he must work. Yet he brings them to life with such convincing shifts of sentiment—blaming, wishful thinking, savage resentment, brave facing of the truth, and finally acceptance—that they cease to be confining; sincerity transmutes his cage into his language, sincerity belying artifice. Summary by T. A. Copeland |
English |
1645 |
https://librivox.org/miltons-minor-poems-by-john-milton/ |
on shakespear 1630 typifies much milton s poetry miracle never yet explained age 24 managed get 16 line encomium included second folio bard s collected works 1632 quite coup brand new m a never published used brief poem contradict shakespeare s chief rival great ben jonson whose 80 line panegyric graced first folio eleven years earlier jonson said shakespeare s monument living book milton says no rather readers who stunned poet s verse become living statues honor br find audacity minor poems paradise lost treats things unattempted yet prose rime hear college student s satirical invitation likely classmate next program rivers arise travesty epic catalogue rivers affectionately irreverent epitaph hobson of hobson s choice stage coach driver boys cambridge second epitaph subject offering shameless burlesque metaphysical conceits even paraphrase psalm vii takes issue king james version two points grammar end second stanza clearly man write how somtimes may know thousands err br yet milton s iconoclasm knows discipline later sonnets undertake topics express attitudes employ metrical devices which straining delicate sonnet form almost but quite to breaking point create power never borne sonnet power poetic discipline wedded poetic genius br lycidas milton faces ultimate test inspiration vs authority piles poem every known convention pastoral elegy form even drags heels st peter who father church pastor provide cage within must work yet brings life convincing shifts sentiment blaming wishful thinking savage resentment brave facing truth finally acceptance that cease confining sincerity transmutes cage language sincerity belying artifice summary t a copeland |
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14392 |
Jeremy And Hamlet: A Chronicle Of Certain Incidents In The Lives Of A Boy, A Dog, And A Country Town |
Hugh Walpole |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Family Life, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Hamlet is Jeremy’s dog. This 1923 book is Hugh Walpole’s second volume in his Jeremy semi-autobiographical trilogy (Jeremy (1919 available at librivox.org), Jeremy at Crale (1927, available at fadedpage.org)), about a ten-year-old English boy. One commentator wrote this of the first book: “With affectionate humor, Mr. Walpole tells the story of Jeremy and his two sisters, Helen and Mary Cole, who grow up in Polchester, a quiet English Cathedral town…. Mr. Walpole has given his narrative a rare double appeal, for it not only recreates for the adult the illusion of his own happiest youth, but it unfolds for the child-reader a genuine and moving experience with real people and pleasant things.” - Summary by Joseph Hergesheimer, Hugh Walpole: An Appreciation, 1919, p 38 and david wales |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/jeremy-and-hamlet-by-hugh-walpole/ |
hamlet jeremy s dog 1923 book hugh walpole s second volume jeremy semi autobiographical trilogy jeremy 1919 available librivox org jeremy crale 1927 available fadedpage org ten year old english boy one commentator wrote first book with affectionate humor mr walpole tells story jeremy two sisters helen mary cole grow polchester quiet english cathedral town mr walpole given narrative rare double appeal recreates adult illusion happiest youth unfolds child reader genuine moving experience real people pleasant things summary joseph hergesheimer hugh walpole appreciation 1919 p 38 david wales |
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13561 |
14393 |
Thirteen Travelers |
Hugh Walpole |
Published 1900 onward, Single Author Collections |
The year is 1919 and peace has sprung upon the world after the unspeakable carnage of World War I. The place is Hortons, a building of expensive flats on Duke Street just off Piccadilly, London. Social structures are disintegrating, expectations are not being met, people are confused, life is different. Each story is about a person who lives or works at Hortons, all struggling to adjust to life as it has radically changed. Twelve short stories, published in 1921, by the early twentieth century very popular English writer, Hugh Walpole. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-thirteen-travelers-by-hugh-walpole/ |
year 1919 peace sprung upon world unspeakable carnage world war i place hortons building expensive flats duke street piccadilly london social structures disintegrating expectations met people confused life different story person lives works hortons struggling adjust life radically changed twelve short stories published 1921 early twentieth century popular english writer hugh walpole summary david wales |
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13562 |
14395 |
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 24) - The Odyssey (Βook 24) |
Homer |
Epics |
<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια τοῦ Ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου Projet Homere (Σχέδιο Ὁμήρου (γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nἩ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν Ραψῳδία Ω' - Σπονδαὶ.<br>\n<br>\nἩ Ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ Ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς Εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nHomer's Odyssey is one of the work that I started a few years ago on my website, Projet Homere (Homer Project (For the Greek language as a whole)) - http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nThis record concerns Book 24: The Suitors in Hades, Ulysses Makes Peace with Ithaca.<br>\n<br>\nThe Odyssey is one of Homer's two major works and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.<br>\n<br>\n<br>\n<br>\nL 'Odyssée d'Homère fait partie des travaux que j'ai commencés il y a quelques années sur mon site Projet Homère( sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité) : http://www.projethomere.com<br>\n<br>\nCet enregistrement concerne le chant 24: Mercure et les Ames des Prétendants. - Ulysse chez son père. Derniers combats, conclusion de la paix.<br>\n<br>\nL'Odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d'Homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne, aussi je suis persuadée qu'il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques. <br><br> |
Ancient Greek |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/book-24-of-the-odyssey-by-homer/ |
br ἡ ὀδύσσεια τοῦ ὁμήρου ἐντάσσεται στὰ πλαίσια τῶν ἐργασιῶν πού ξεκίνησα ἐδῶ καὶ μερικὰ χρόνια στὴν ἰστοσελίδα μου projet homere σχέδιο ὁμήρου γιὰ τὴν ἑλληνικὴ γλῶσσα στὸ σύνολό της http www projethomere com br br ἡ ἐργασία αὐτὴ ἀφορᾷ τὴν ραψῳδία ω σπονδαὶ br br ἡ ὀδύσσεια εἶναι ἕνα ἀπὸ τὰ δύο κορυφαία ἔργα τοῦ ὁμήρου καὶ ταυτοχρόνως τῆς εὐρωπαϊκῆς λογοτεχνίας καὶ θεωρῶ ὅτι αὐτὰ τὰ σπουδαῖα ἀρχαῖα ἑλληνικὰ λογοτεχνικὰ ἔργα πρέπει νὰ ἠχογραφηθοῦν ἀπὸ ἑλληνικὲς φωνὲς br br br br homer s odyssey one work started years ago website projet homere homer project for greek language whole http www projethomere com br br record concerns book 24 suitors hades ulysses makes peace ithaca br br odyssey one homer s two major works time european literature convinced important ancient greek literary works recorded greek voices br br br br l odyssée d homère fait partie des travaux que j ai commencés il quelques années sur mon site projet homère sur la langue grecque dans sa globalité http www projethomere com br br cet enregistrement concerne le chant 24 mercure et les ames des prétendants ulysse chez son père derniers combats conclusion de la paix br br l odyssée est une des deux œuvres majeures d homère et en même temps de la littérature européenne aussi je suis persuadée qu il est important que les anciennes œuvres littéraires grecques soient enregistrées par des voix grecques br br |
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13563 |
14396 |
Fairy Tales from Brazil (Version 2) |
Elsie Spicer Eells |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of short, sweet fairy tales from Brazil, including How the Tiger Got His Stripes, and Why The Bananas Belong to the Monkey. - Summary by Beth Thomas |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-tales-from-brazil-by-elsie-spicer-eells-2/ |
collection short sweet fairy tales brazil including tiger got stripes bananas belong monkey summary beth thomas |
| 13571 |
13564 |
14397 |
Raid of Dover: A Romance of the Reign of Woman A.D. 1940 |
Douglas Morey Ford |
Science Fiction |
Britain is ruled by women who experience invasion and natural disasters. Men eventually figure out a plan to regain power to replace the government. - Summary by Kirk Z |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-raid-of-dover-by-douglas-morey-ford/ |
britain ruled women experience invasion natural disasters men eventually figure plan regain power replace government summary kirk z |
| 13572 |
13593 |
14434 |
Little Jack Rabbit and Uncle John Hare |
David Cory |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. This is the fifth of the Little Jack Rabbit books. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/little-jack-rabbit-and-uncle-john-hare-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series fifth little jack rabbit books summary larry wilson |
| 13573 |
13565 |
14399 |
Charles James Fox |
Henry Offley Wakeman |
Biography & Autobiography, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Charles James Fox (1749-1806) was a prominent British Whig member of Parliament and the arch-rival of William Pitt the Younger. A staunch opponent of George III, he supported the American colonists throughout the War of Independence. He was a leading parliamentary advocate of religious tolerance, individual liberty, and the anti-slavery cause. A notorious gambler and womanizer, Fox fell in love with and married Elizabeth Armistead, the former mistress of the Prince of Wales, and found happiness and tranquility in their home, St. Anne's Hill. He was most famous for his oratory, of which Wakeman writes that in "the whole range of Fox's speeches there is not to be found a mean thought or an affectation...The very openness and complete absence of reserve, with which he poured out his whole heart to his audience took them by storm." (Pamela Nagami, M.D.) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/charles-james-fox-by-henry-offley-wakeman/ |
charles james fox 1749 1806 prominent british whig member parliament arch rival william pitt younger staunch opponent george iii supported american colonists throughout war independence leading parliamentary advocate religious tolerance individual liberty anti slavery cause notorious gambler womanizer fox fell love married elizabeth armistead former mistress prince wales found happiness tranquility home st anne s hill famous oratory wakeman writes the whole range fox s speeches found mean thought affectation the openness complete absence reserve poured whole heart audience took storm pamela nagami m d |
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13566 |
14400 |
Bronze Eagle: A Story of the Hundred Days |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
The Bronze Eagle is a romantic historical novel which takes place during the return of Napoleon and his attempt to reestablish his Empire. The main character is a rich English businessman, who falls in love with an aristocratic young woman, with lots of pitfalls and challenges. - Summary by deongines |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-bronze-eagle-by-baroness-orczy/ |
bronze eagle romantic historical novel takes place return napoleon attempt reestablish empire main character rich english businessman falls love aristocratic young woman lots pitfalls challenges summary deongines |
| 13575 |
13567 |
14401 |
Weed or Flower |
Helen Leah Reed |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Weed or Flower by Helen Leah Reed.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for September 22, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAmerican teacher and author; known for her children's books, which were entertaining as well as educative, the best remembered being her Brenda series of novels. - Summary by Wikisource |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/weed-or-flower-by-helen-leah-reed/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings weed flower helen leah reed br weekly poetry project september 22 2019 br br american teacher author known children s books entertaining well educative best remembered brenda series novels summary wikisource |
| 13576 |
13568 |
14403 |
Market Women's Cries |
Jonathan Swift |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Market Women's Cries by Jonathan Swift.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for September 23, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nHere is another Jonathan Swift poem, this time he reflects on the old English Market and the cries of the merchants. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/market-womens-cries-by-jonathan-swift/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings market women s cries jonathan swift br fortnightly poetry project september 23 2019 br br another jonathan swift poem time reflects old english market cries merchants summary david lawrence |
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13569 |
14404 |
Blake of the "Rattlesnake" |
Frederick Thomas Jane |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction, War & Military Fiction |
Fred Jane, who later went on to publish his famous "Jane's Fighting Ships", doubtless was noting the success of other books that forecast a British defeat in the event of war in the late 19th century when he wrote this fictional account of "The Man Who Saved England." Jane tells of a possible war against both France and Russia with plenty of verve and derring-do amid naval battles, both small and large. - Summary by Mark |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/blake-of-the-rattlesnake-by-frederick-thomas-jane/ |
fred jane later went publish famous jane s fighting ships doubtless noting success books forecast british defeat event war late 19th century wrote fictional account the man saved england jane tells possible war france russia plenty verve derring do amid naval battles small large summary mark |
| 13578 |
13570 |
14405 |
Short Poetry Collection 198 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 39 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for November 2019. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-198-by-various/ |
collection 39 poems read english librivox volunteers november 2019 |
| 13579 |
13571 |
14406 |
Form and Ornament in Ceramic Art |
William Henry Holmes |
*Non-fiction, Art, Design & Architecture |
A study of ceramics in the Americas: its form, function and ornamentation as well as its history. Produced by the Smithsonian's Department of Ethnology. Listeners are referred to the text for the illustrations and figures. ( Lynne Thompson) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/form-and-ornament-in-ceramic-art/ |
study ceramics americas form function ornamentation well history produced smithsonian s department ethnology listeners referred text illustrations figures lynne thompson |
| 13580 |
13572 |
14407 |
Bessie's Fortune |
Mary Jane Holmes |
Romance |
The coverup of a murder leads to the search for the dead man's heiress decades later in this delightful 3 part novel by Mary Jane Holmes. Her characters are as always very interesting and realistic. Poor little Bessie is raised in poverty because her mother spends most of her time at the gaming tables of Monte Carlo or Baden Baden while her so called aristocratic father looks down on all menial work. Her wealthy relatives will do nothing to help. Add the love of three men for one girl to the mix and the result is an absorbing historical romance. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/bessies-fortune-by-mary-jane-holmes/ |
coverup murder leads search dead man s heiress decades later delightful 3 part novel mary jane holmes characters always interesting realistic poor little bessie raised poverty mother spends time gaming tables monte carlo baden baden called aristocratic father looks menial work wealthy relatives nothing help add love three men one girl mix result absorbing historical romance summary celine major |
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13594 |
14436 |
Calendar of Sonnets (Version 3) |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Single author, Sonnets |
Helen Hunt Jackson wrote poetry, nonfiction and fiction and was a popular author in her own time. This sonnet sequence reviews the months of the year and demonstrates her poetic talent. - Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/a-calendar-of-sonnets-by-helen-hunt-jackson-2/ |
helen hunt jackson wrote poetry nonfiction fiction popular author time sonnet sequence reviews months year demonstrates poetic talent summary newgatenovelist |
| 13582 |
13595 |
14437 |
On a Grey Thread |
Elsa Gidlow |
Single author, Lyric |
On a Grey Thread was first published in 1923, one of the first books of openly lesbian love poetry to be published in the United States. Her early verse is concise and highly original. (Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/on-a-grey-thread-by-elsa-gidlow/ |
grey thread first published 1923 one first books openly lesbian love poetry published united states early verse concise highly original newgatenovelist |
| 13583 |
13573 |
14408 |
Stories of North Pole Adventure |
Frank Mundell |
General, War & Military |
This volume does not pretend to be a history of Artic exploration. My aim has been to narrate some of the most thrilling incidents of Polar adventure in such a manner that the reader may feel something of the fascination which induces explorers, in spite of reverses and disasters, to attempt again and again to penetrate the vast region of snow and silence and solitude around the North Pole. Great care has been taken to ensure accuracy; and, wherever possible, the actual journals of the various expeditions have been consulted, besides a host of minor publications. (Preface by Frank Mundell).\n* * *\nStories of North Pole Adventure, was one in a series of inspirational texts and ‘heroic writings’ by the Victorian author Frank Mundell and published by The Sunday School Union. Frank Mundell wrote a significant number of books for children (both boys and girls) and many of these were distributed and presented to them through their Sunday schools. - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-north-pole-adventure-by-frank-mundell/ |
volume pretend history artic exploration aim narrate thrilling incidents polar adventure manner reader may feel something fascination induces explorers spite reverses disasters attempt penetrate vast region snow silence solitude around north pole great care taken ensure accuracy and wherever possible actual journals various expeditions consulted besides host minor publications preface frank mundell stories north pole adventure one series inspirational texts heroic writings victorian author frank mundell published sunday school union frank mundell wrote significant number books children both boys girls many distributed presented sunday schools summary steve c |
| 13584 |
13574 |
14409 |
Lettre à un magistrat sur le commerce de la librairie... et Lettre sur les aveugles... |
Denis Diderot |
Essays & Short Works |
Deux Lettres écrites avec tout le talent de Denis Diderot.\n1/ Sur les lois régissant le commerce de librairie, les droits, les contrefacteurs déjà à l'époque …\n2/ Sur les capacités des aveugles à percevoir et comprendre le monde.\nD'importantes et très précieuses réflexions et pensées de Diderot nous apportent une mine de méditations sur la nature humaine, intemporelle.\n - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1750 |
https://librivox.org/lettresamagistratetsuraveugles/ |
deux lettres écrites avec tout le talent de denis diderot 1 sur les lois régissant le commerce de librairie les droits les contrefacteurs déjà à l époque 2 sur les capacités des aveugles à percevoir et comprendre le monde d importantes et très précieuses réflexions et pensées de diderot nous apportent une mine de méditations sur la nature humaine intemporelle summary christiane jehanne |
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13575 |
14410 |
Real Oscar Wilde |
Robert Sherard |
Biography & Autobiography |
The Real Oscar Wilde is the third book about the Irish poet and playwright by his earliest and most prolific biographer. Since writing his earlier The Life of Oscar Wilde (1906), Sherard had read Lord Alfred "Bosie" Douglas's Oscar Wilde and Myself (1914) and the unexpurgated manuscript of Wilde's De Profundis. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-real-oscar-wilde-by-robert-sherard/ |
real oscar wilde third book irish poet playwright earliest prolific biographer since writing earlier life oscar wilde 1906 sherard read lord alfred bosie douglas s oscar wilde 1914 unexpurgated manuscript wilde s de profundis summary rob marland |
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13576 |
14411 |
Nada the Lily |
H. Rider Haggard |
Fantasy Fiction |
A classic tale of love and revenge set in the Zulu Kingdom of present-day KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. A work of fiction loosely woven around actual historical events, Nada the Lily is unusual in the literature of the British empire for its cast of entirely black African characters. Narrated by Mopo, witch-doctor to the legendary Zulu king, Chaka, and featuring a spectral wolf pack and a cave that becomes a tomb, the novel continues in the spirit of the Alan Quatermain novels that made H. Rider Haggard the best-selling author of the nineteenth century. Nada the Lily was republished in the 1970s as the twentieth volume in the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library, which included nine of Haggard's works. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/nada-the-lily-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
classic tale love revenge set zulu kingdom present day kwazulu natal south africa work fiction loosely woven around actual historical events nada lily unusual literature british empire cast entirely black african characters narrated mopo witch doctor legendary zulu king chaka featuring spectral wolf pack cave becomes tomb novel continues spirit alan quatermain novels made h rider haggard best selling author nineteenth century nada lily republished 1970s twentieth volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy library included nine haggard s works summary phil benson |
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13577 |
14412 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 083 |
Various |
Anthologies |
And so we present the 83rd installment of the Librivox Short Story Collection! Each tale is selected and read by a Librivox volunteer. This compendium includes works by Edith Nesbit, Oscar Wilde, Guy de Maupassant and Lord Dunsany, to name but a few. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-083-by-various/ |
present 83rd installment librivox short story collection tale selected read librivox volunteer compendium includes works edith nesbit oscar wilde guy de maupassant lord dunsany name few |
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13578 |
14413 |
Thunder-Storm |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of A Thunder-Storm by Emily Dickinson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 6, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA tribute to autumn storms. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-thunder-storm-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings thunder storm emily dickinson br weekly poetry project october 6 2019 br br tribute autumn storms summary david lawrence |
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13579 |
14414 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 19, March 9, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction |
Harper's Young People, an illustrated weekly publication for children, includes serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 19th issue of the serial, published on March 9, 1880, contains stories of a young sailor's first voyage, animals that love music, a trip around around the solar system, a dog's feats of heroism, brothers separated in a foreign land, a lesson in nature sketching, Biddy O'Dolan's continuing story of loss and gain, and much more. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-19-march-9-1880-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 19th issue serial published march 9 1880 contains stories young sailor s first voyage animals love music trip around around solar system dog s feats heroism brothers separated foreign land lesson nature sketching biddy o dolan s continuing story loss gain much more periodical published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
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13580 |
14415 |
George Washington |
Ferdinand Schmidt |
Biography & Autobiography |
Among all the numerous life stories written by Ferdinand Schmidt for the delectation and education of German youth, none surpasses that of Washington. The author has condensed his material, drawn from the most authoritative sources, in a masterly manner, and presents it in a very attractive form. He has accompanied it by moralization which is pertinent, but never becomes tedious. It is questionable, indeed, whether any story of Washington’s life written for young people excels Schmidt’s in accuracy, conciseness, and general interest. As such this sketch of the Father of his Country from a German point of view is commended to American youth. -- Translator's Preface - Summary by George P. Upton |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/george-washington-by-ferdinand-schmidt/ |
among numerous life stories written ferdinand schmidt delectation education german youth none surpasses washington author condensed material drawn authoritative sources masterly manner presents attractive form accompanied moralization pertinent never becomes tedious questionable indeed whether story washington s life written young people excels schmidt s accuracy conciseness general interest sketch father country german point view commended american youth translator s preface summary george p upton |
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13581 |
14416 |
Cunning Workmen |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
Miss Cora Parkhurst is an irresponsible and flighty Sunday school teacher for a group of young ladies. She has simply no time to prepare the lessons, nor any knowledge of what it means to be a sincere Christian. Mr. Robert Hammond is an earnest, dedicated Sunday school teacher for a group of young men. Mr. Hammond invites Miss Parkhurst to the weekly teachers' meeting to spur her on, only to discover how much spiritual help and encouragement she needs! Meanwhile, Miss Parkhurst's fiance, Mr. George Tracy, is ambivalent towards any religious activities that interfere with his and Cora's relationship, and despises Mr. Hammond. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/cunning-workmen-by-pansy/ |
miss cora parkhurst irresponsible flighty sunday school teacher group young ladies simply time prepare lessons knowledge means sincere christian mr robert hammond earnest dedicated sunday school teacher group young men mr hammond invites miss parkhurst weekly teachers meeting spur on discover much spiritual help encouragement needs meanwhile miss parkhurst s fiance mr george tracy ambivalent towards religious activities interfere cora s relationship despises mr hammond summary triciag |
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13582 |
14417 |
Adventskalender 2019 |
Various |
Plays, Poetry, *Non-fiction |
Diese Sammlung ist ein Adventskalender und enthält für jeden Tag vom 1. bis 24. Dezember eine Aufnahme über Weihnachten, den Winter und verwandte Themen. </br>\nDer jährliche Adventskalender, begonnen in 2009, ist eine der ältesten Traditionen von LibriVox. Die älteren Ausgaben gibt es <a href="https://librivox.org/group/459">hier.</a><br><br>\n<BR>Leserliste für "Grossmutters Weihnachten":<br>\nGrossmutter: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12899"> Margot</a> <br> Vater: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11927"> lorda</a><br> Mutter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294"> Monika M. C.</a><br>Peter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10148"> Eva K.</a> <br> Lene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179"> Sonia</a> <br> Graukittel: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5055"> Karlsson</a> <br>Erzgräber: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13641"> Lissy Schneider</a><br> Huckemännchen: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12275"> schrm</a><br> Pilzfresser: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087"> Sandra Schmit</a> <br> Erzähler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174"> Availle</a> <br>Audioschnitt: Karlsson und Sonia<br> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/adventskalender-2019-by-various/ |
diese sammlung ist ein adventskalender und enthält für jeden tag vom 1 bis 24 dezember eine aufnahme über weihnachten den winter und verwandte themen br der jährliche adventskalender begonnen 2009 ist eine der ältesten traditionen von librivox die älteren ausgaben gibt es a href https librivox org group 459 hier a br br br leserliste für grossmutters weihnachten br grossmutter a href https librivox org reader 12899 margot a br vater a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br mutter a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a br peter a href https librivox org reader 10148 eva k a br lene a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br graukittel a href https librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a br erzgräber a href https librivox org reader 13641 lissy schneider a br huckemännchen a href https librivox org reader 12275 schrm a br pilzfresser a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br erzähler a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br audioschnitt karlsson und sonia br |
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13583 |
14418 |
Rubble and Roseleaves, and Things of That Kind |
Frank W. Boreham |
Christianity - Other |
Frank Boreham was a well known preacher who served in England, Australia, and New Zealand. He published dozens of books and thousands of editorials during his lifetime, with no sign of slowing down, even up until his death at age 88. He wrote with a distinctive style, seeming to be able to draw a spiritual lesson out of any conceivable topic.<br><br>In this volume, Boreham characterizes each chapter as neither sermons nor essays, but simply, as he calls them, "outbursts" or "wayward notions," and he presents them to us as if we were all gathered around a comfortable fire together. - Summary by Devorah Allen |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/rubble-and-roseleaves-and-things-of-that-kind-by-frank-w-boreham/ |
frank boreham well known preacher served england australia new zealand published dozens books thousands editorials lifetime sign slowing down even death age 88 wrote distinctive style seeming able draw spiritual lesson conceivable topic br br in volume boreham characterizes chapter neither sermons essays simply calls them outbursts wayward notions presents us gathered around comfortable fire together summary devorah allen |
| 13594 |
13584 |
14419 |
Advice: A Book of Poems |
Maxwell Bodenheim |
Single author |
41 brief poems covering an assortment of subjects. - Summary by adr6090 |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/advice-a-book-of-poems-by-maxwell-bodenheim/ |
41 brief poems covering assortment subjects summary adr6090 |
| 13595 |
13585 |
14421 |
Oscar Wilde Calendar |
Stuart Mason |
Humor |
A compendium of Oscar Wilde's wit, including some of his most famous epigrams as well as unpublished quotations supplied by his friends. The book is formatted as a calendar, with one saying for each day of the year, and was edited by Wildean scholar, Stuart Mason (born Christopher Sclater Millard). - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/the-oscar-wilde-calendar-by-oscar-wilde/ |
compendium oscar wilde s wit including famous epigrams well unpublished quotations supplied friends book formatted calendar one saying day year edited wildean scholar stuart mason born christopher sclater millard summary rob marland |
| 13596 |
13596 |
14438 |
Building a State in Apache Land |
Charles Poston |
Modern (19th C) |
Building a State in Apache Land by Charles Debrille Poston is a compilation of articles published in 1894 in the Overland Monthly magazine. Charles D. Poston gives a colorful account of the history of what would become the Arizona Territory as well and his role in such. His adventures and accomplishments in the lands ceded from Mexico to the USA in the mid 19th Century are recounted and constitute a interesting take of how the groundwork was laid for Arizona to become a unique American entity of many peoples. (Summary by Tony Posante) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/building-a-state-in-apache-land-by-charles-poston/ |
building state apache land charles debrille poston compilation articles published 1894 overland monthly magazine charles d poston gives colorful account history would become arizona territory well role such adventures accomplishments lands ceded mexico usa mid 19th century recounted constitute interesting take groundwork laid arizona become unique american entity many peoples summary tony posante |
| 13597 |
13586 |
14423 |
Little People of the Snow |
William Cullen Bryant |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Filled with the exuberance of youth and the thrill of discovery, Eva embarks on a Winter walk across snowy fields venturing farther and longer than she had promised her mother. Enticed by a friendly playmate along the way and driven by an insatiable spirit of adventure Eva discovers a wonderful world of snowy elegance peopled by amazing creatures of this Winter land. Fascinated by the marvels that lie before her Eva suddenly realizes she has been away from home far too long and with remorse, hurriedly begins her return. However the way back is cold, difficult and so incredibly tiring. Eva must stop to rest but she's sure it will just be for a moment. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1872 |
https://librivox.org/the-little-people-of-the-snow-by-william-cullen-bryant/ |
filled exuberance youth thrill discovery eva embarks winter walk across snowy fields venturing farther longer promised mother enticed friendly playmate along way driven insatiable spirit adventure eva discovers wonderful world snowy elegance peopled amazing creatures winter land fascinated marvels lie eva suddenly realizes away home far long remorse hurriedly begins return however way back cold difficult incredibly tiring eva must stop rest sure moment summary bruce kachuk |
| 13598 |
13587 |
14427 |
Marietta: A Maid of Venice |
Francis Marion Crawford |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
This swash-buckling, romantic story of Zorzi Ballarin and Angelo Beroviero, master glass-blowers of Murano, Italy in the 1500's, is not entirely fiction. Many of the works of these artizans are preserved in the Museum of Murano, including their discovery of the clear glass we know as "crystal". Giovanni Beroviero, the lesser artist and jealous son, did indeed write the damning letter which brought Zorzi to trial before the Council of Ten (the original letter is still preserved). The treasured colored glass formulas of Paolo Godi are real. Arisa the Georgian slave mistress is fictional, but beautiful Eastern slaves were indeed bought and sold in Italy for many centuries. The patriarchal society that kept women walled in was real, and the myriad gondolas plying the canals, and the palaces of Venice in which much of the story takes place, are still there. Francis M. Crawford has woven a riveting tale of intrigue that never slacks off from first word to last. ( ~ Author's note and Michele Fry, Soloist) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/marietta-by-francis-marion-crawford/ |
swash buckling romantic story zorzi ballarin angelo beroviero master glass blowers murano italy 1500 s entirely fiction many works artizans preserved museum murano including discovery clear glass know crystal giovanni beroviero lesser artist jealous son indeed write damning letter brought zorzi trial council ten the original letter still preserved treasured colored glass formulas paolo godi real arisa georgian slave mistress fictional beautiful eastern slaves indeed bought sold italy many centuries patriarchal society kept women walled real myriad gondolas plying canals palaces venice much story takes place still there francis m crawford woven riveting tale intrigue never slacks first word last author s note michele fry soloist |
| 13599 |
13588 |
14428 |
Sonnets from the Patagonian: The Street of Little Hotels |
Donald Evans |
Poetry |
Sonnets from The Patagonian is a collection of sonnets and the first work published by the short-lived Claire Marie press. Each sonnet is a portrait of someone Evans knows from the Modernist scene just beginning to coalesce in Greenwich Village, and each portrait is dedicated to a completely different acquaintance. (Evans's portraits of his friend Allen Norton are dedicated to the critic Carl Van Vechten, for instance, and his portraits of himself are dedicated to Allen Norton. His portrait of Carl Van Vechten is dedicated to Gertrude Stein.) What emerges is a clever, irreverent, set of early Modernist in-jokes that look forward to the Dadaist and Surrealist movements that would form in Europe after World War I. Giddy, bizarre and deftly constructed, Sonnets from the Patagonian read like nothing else of its time. Evans owned and managed the Claire Marie press and during the year it existed, he published only six titles, including Tender Buttons by Getrude Stein. It is for Tender Buttons that Claire Marie and Donald Evans are best remembered, if they are remembered at all. While it lasted, the press exerted an outsized influence on the world of Modernist art and literature in New York. Evans was an associate of Stein, Van Vechten, Mabel Luhan Dodge, Walter Conrad Arensberg and Wallace Stevens. He published three more books before his death in 1921, allegedly by suicide. Summary by Wes Freeman. |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/sonnets-from-the-patagonian-the-street-of-little-hotels-by-donald-evans/ |
sonnets patagonian collection sonnets first work published short lived claire marie press sonnet portrait someone evans knows modernist scene beginning coalesce greenwich village portrait dedicated completely different acquaintance evans s portraits friend allen norton dedicated critic carl van vechten instance portraits dedicated allen norton portrait carl van vechten dedicated gertrude stein emerges clever irreverent set early modernist in jokes look forward dadaist surrealist movements would form europe world war i giddy bizarre deftly constructed sonnets patagonian read like nothing else time evans owned managed claire marie press year existed published six titles including tender buttons getrude stein tender buttons claire marie donald evans best remembered remembered all lasted press exerted outsized influence world modernist art literature new york evans associate stein van vechten mabel luhan dodge walter conrad arensberg wallace stevens published three books death 1921 allegedly suicide summary wes freeman |
| 13600 |
13589 |
14429 |
House on the Borderland (Version 2) |
William Hope Hodgson |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Science Fiction |
This story helped propel 19th Century gothic fiction in the direction of “cosmic” horror. In fact, H.P. Lovecraft lists it as among his greatest influences. It begins simply enough: with two friends stumbling upon a ruined and curious house while vacationing in a remote village. After reading the tattered journal of the old recluse who lived there, they are shocked to discover an interdimensional, reality-bending nightmare full of nearly-indescribable horrors that range from demons, to bestial (somewhat Lovecraftian) monsters, and devastating parasitic fungal diseases. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-house-on-the-borderland-2-by-william-hope-hodgson/ |
story helped propel 19th century gothic fiction direction cosmic horror fact h p lovecraft lists among greatest influences begins simply enough two friends stumbling upon ruined curious house vacationing remote village reading tattered journal old recluse lived there shocked discover interdimensional reality bending nightmare full nearly indescribable horrors range demons bestial somewhat lovecraftian monsters devastating parasitic fungal diseases summary jvanstan |
| 13601 |
13590 |
14431 |
Defunto |
José Maria de Eça de Queirós |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Short Stories |
O Defunto é um conto de Eça de Queirós, considerado sua melhor incursão pela literatura gótica ou fantástica. A história se passa em 1474 na cidade de Segóvia e conta a história da paixão de D. Rui de Cardenas, devoto de Nossa Senhora do Pilar, por Dona Leonor, esposa de um fidalgo local, muito ciumento, que a mantém trancada em casa. O marido ciumento, ao perceber o interesse de D.Rui, prepara uma armadilha para o amante, que é interpelado em meio caminho pelo defunto de um enforcado, que o auxilia em sua aventura sobrenatural. - Summary by Leni |
Portuguese |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/o-defunto-by-jose-maria-de-eca-de-queiros/ |
defunto é um conto de eça de queirós considerado sua melhor incursão pela literatura gótica ou fantástica história se passa em 1474 na cidade de segóvia e conta história da paixão de d rui de cardenas devoto de nossa senhora pilar por dona leonor esposa de um fidalgo local muito ciumento que mantém trancada em casa marido ciumento ao perceber interesse de d rui prepara uma armadilha para amante que é interpelado em meio caminho pelo defunto de um enforcado que auxilia em sua aventura sobrenatural summary leni |
| 13602 |
13591 |
14432 |
Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 12 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Book 12 of Commentary on St John's Gospel covers John 18:24-21:25. (Summary by the Reader) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-john-book-12-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
book 12 commentary st john s gospel covers john 18 24 21 25 summary reader |
| 13603 |
13597 |
14439 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 067 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-067-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
| 13604 |
13598 |
14440 |
Life of John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough |
Louise Creighton |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722), was the oldest surviving son of Sir Winston Churchill, an impoverished country gentleman. After the restoration of Charles II, John's sister, Arabella, became the mistress of the King's brother, James, Duke of York. The family fortunes were made and Churchill's military career launched. In the winter of 1677-78, Churchill married Sarah Jennings, the intimate friend of the future Queen Anne. Ruthlessly changing sides during the Glorious Revolution, he deserted his patron James and joined the army of William of Orange. Marlborough's brilliant generalship in the War of the Spanish Succession destroyed the myth of French military invincibility and won him the adoration of the British people. But Marlborough fell from power when his wife's relationship with Queen Anne ended rancorously and when the peace-loving Tories ousted his wartime supporters, the Whigs. - Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D. |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/life-of-john-churchill-by-louise-creighton/ |
john churchill 1st duke marlborough 1650 1722 oldest surviving son sir winston churchill impoverished country gentleman restoration charles ii john s sister arabella became mistress king s brother james duke york family fortunes made churchill s military career launched winter 1677 78 churchill married sarah jennings intimate friend future queen anne ruthlessly changing sides glorious revolution deserted patron james joined army william orange marlborough s brilliant generalship war spanish succession destroyed myth french military invincibility adoration british people marlborough fell power wife s relationship queen anne ended rancorously peace loving tories ousted wartime supporters whigs summary pamela nagami m d |
| 13605 |
13599 |
14441 |
Home Life of Poe |
Susan Archer Weiss |
Biography & Autobiography |
The author of this biography of Poe, Susan Weiss, describes her work as follows: "I have not treated Poe in his character of poet or author, but confined myself to his private home-life, domestic and social, as I have heard it described by Poe's most intimate friends who knew him from infancy—some of them my own relatives—and from my own brief knowledge of him in the last three months of his life." - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/home-life-of-poe-by-susan-archer-weiss/ |
author biography poe susan weiss describes work follows i treated poe character poet author confined private home life domestic social heard described poe s intimate friends knew infancy some relatives and brief knowledge last three months life summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 13606 |
13600 |
14442 |
Hinduism and Buddhism, An Historical Sketch, Vol. 1 |
Charles Eliot |
Other religions |
Started in 1907, An Historical Sketch was a work in 3 volumes, of which this is the first. The author was a British diplomat posted to Asia and his great work was interrupted by World War I, finally being published in 1921. It has been described as the definitive work on the subject and the style is easy to read and follow. |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/hinduism-and-buddhism-an-historical-sketch-vol-1-by-charles-eliot/ |
started 1907 historical sketch work 3 volumes first author british diplomat posted asia great work interrupted world war i finally published 1921 described definitive work subject style easy read follow |
| 13607 |
13601 |
14443 |
In Darkest England and the Way Out |
William Booth |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
William Booth (1829 – 1912) was the founding General of the Salvation Army in late nineteenth century England. Finding his salvation as a teenager, he went on to become one of the most controversial and, ultimately, well-loved and respected social reformers of his day. Published in 1890 amidst the turmoil of the death of his beloved wife, Catherine, “In Darkest England” was hailed as a revolutionary approach to coping with the social ills facing Great Britain at the time. Although 130 years old, this revolutionary book of Victorian England still has much to say of note today. - Summary by Tom Hirsch |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/in-darkest-england-and-the-way-out-by-william-booth/ |
william booth 1829 1912 founding general salvation army late nineteenth century england finding salvation teenager went become one controversial and ultimately well loved respected social reformers day published 1890 amidst turmoil death beloved wife catherine in darkest england hailed revolutionary approach coping social ills facing great britain time although 130 years old revolutionary book victorian england still much say note today summary tom hirsch |
| 13608 |
13602 |
14444 |
Border Bandits |
J. W. Buel |
True Crime |
''An authentic and thrilling history of the noted outlaws Jesse and Frank James and their bands of highwaymen.compiled from reliable sources and containing the latest facts in regard to these desperate freebooters.'' (from the author's sub-title) The James brothers emerged from the Confederate guerrillas to become notorious outlaws of the American west rising to legendary status. J.W. Buel chronicles their path of robbery and murder across the West in short vignettes.\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-border-bandits-by-jw-buel/ |
an authentic thrilling history noted outlaws jesse frank james bands highwaymen compiled reliable sources containing latest facts regard desperate freebooters from author s sub title james brothers emerged confederate guerrillas become notorious outlaws american west rising legendary status j w buel chronicles path robbery murder across west short vignettes summary larry wilson |
| 13609 |
13615 |
14459 |
Green Overcoat |
Hilaire Belloc |
Published 1900 onward |
This rollicking novel captures the minor moral dilemma of thin, shy, nervous, Professor Higginson, psychologist, as he comes under the eye of the enemy of his soul through an encounter with a green overcoat. The quixotic adventure that follows will bring the childlike reader laughter like rainfall. This is Belloc at his Chestertonian best! - Summary by Russ Hobbs |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-overcoat-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
rollicking novel captures minor moral dilemma thin shy nervous professor higginson psychologist comes eye enemy soul encounter green overcoat quixotic adventure follows bring childlike reader laughter like rainfall belloc chestertonian best summary russ hobbs |
| 13610 |
13603 |
14445 |
Colored People of Chicago |
Louise DeKoven Bowen |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This book presents a summary of the findings conducted by the the Juvenile Protective Association in Chicago before the changes brought on by the war-time economy. The study's researchers were A. P. Drucker, Sophia Boaz, A. L. Harris, and Miriam Schaffner. Its author, Louise DeKoven Bowen was a well-known philanthropist and suffragist in Chicago. The summary makes no strong argument on its own, but presents simple facts and observations that would alert the reader to the need for social and economic reform in the city. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-colored-people-of-chicago-by-louise-dekoven-bowen/ |
book presents summary findings conducted juvenile protective association chicago changes brought war time economy study s researchers a p drucker sophia boaz a l harris miriam schaffner author louise dekoven bowen well known philanthropist suffragist chicago summary makes strong argument own presents simple facts observations would alert reader need social economic reform city summary kevins |
| 13611 |
13604 |
14448 |
Christmas Short Works Collection 2019 |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories, *Non-fiction |
2019 collection of items with a Christmas theme containing traditional stories, Christmas traditions, Christmas cakes. We hope you will enjoy it.\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-short-works-collection-2019-by-various/ |
2019 collection items christmas theme containing traditional stories christmas traditions christmas cakes hope enjoy it |
| 13612 |
13605 |
14449 |
State of the Union Addresses by United States Presidents (1893 - 1896) |
Various |
War & Military |
The State of the Union address is a speech presented by the President of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, typically delivered annually. The address not only reports on the condition of the nation but also allows the President to outline his legislative agenda (for which he needs the cooperation of Congress) and national priorities. This album contains recordings of addresses from Grover Cleveland's second term. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/state-of-the-union-addresses-by-united-states-presidents-1893-1896-by-various/ |
state union address speech presented president united states joint session united states congress typically delivered annually address reports condition nation also allows president outline legislative agenda for needs cooperation congress national priorities album contains recordings addresses grover cleveland s second term summary wikipedia |
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13606 |
14450 |
Job Work |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Job Work by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 13, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nJames Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry. His poems tend to be humorous or sentimental. His famous works include "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man". (Wikipedia) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/job-work-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings job work james whitcomb riley br weekly poetry project october 13 2019 br br james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry poems tend humorous sentimental famous works include little orphant annie the raggedy man wikipedia |
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13607 |
14451 |
Retrospection |
George A. Jr. Baker |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Retrospection by George A. Baker Jr..<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 13, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThis Fortnightly Poem is taken from POINT LACE AND DIAMONDS by George Baker Jr. (Summary by David Lawrence) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/retrospection-by-george-a-jr-baker/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings retrospection george a baker jr br fortnightly poetry project october 13 2019 br br fortnightly poem taken point lace diamonds george baker jr summary david lawrence |
| 13615 |
13608 |
14452 |
Coffee Break Collection 24 -- Ghosts, Ghouls and Spooky Things |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the twenty-fourth Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is Ghosts, Ghouls and Spooky Things in honor of Halloween. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, essays... all chill and perplex. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-24-ghosts-ghouls-and-spooky-things-by-various/ |
twenty fourth coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection ghosts ghouls spooky things honor halloween fiction non fiction poetry prose essays chill perplex |
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13609 |
14453 |
Captain Antifer |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction |
“No good deed goes Unpunished”, as the saying goes. \nA wealthy Egyptian leaves millions of buried treasure on an island and sends the location to the Captain that saved him while fleeing certain death from Napoleon Bonaparte. However the Egyptian does not leave the entire location: only the Latitude. The Longitude will be made known to him in time.\nDecades pass before a shifty notary from Alexandria arrives with the necessary Longitude, and now the lust for greed has passed from Captain to Son.\nThus begins the tale of this treasure hunt, taking use from St. Malo, France to the shores of Arabian Coast and beyond. Follow this tale of strangers in strange lands, greedy third parties attempting to get the treasure for themselves, and the patience of the travels being wracked and tested from all ends on the traveling party.\n\nSummary by Joseph DeNoia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/captain-antifer-by-jules-verne/ |
no good deed goes unpunished saying goes wealthy egyptian leaves millions buried treasure island sends location captain saved fleeing certain death napoleon bonaparte however egyptian leave entire location latitude longitude made known time decades pass shifty notary alexandria arrives necessary longitude lust greed passed captain son thus begins tale treasure hunt taking use st malo france shores arabian coast beyond follow tale strangers strange lands greedy third parties attempting get treasure themselves patience travels wracked tested ends traveling party summary joseph denoia |
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13616 |
14460 |
âne mort |
Jules Janin |
Children's Non-fiction |
Ce livre alliant le macabre au burlesque évoque la descente aux enfers d'une jeune paysanne à travers le regard de celui qui s'est épris d'elle sans qu'elle ne se doute de rien... Cette histoire tragi comique nous raconte également les moeurs d'une société basée sur de faux semblants. Summary by Stéphanie |
French |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/l-ane-mort-by-jules-janin/ |
ce livre alliant le macabre au burlesque évoque la descente aux enfers d une jeune paysanne à travers le regard de celui qui s est épris d elle sans qu elle ne se doute de rien cette histoire tragi comique nous raconte également les moeurs d une société basée sur de faux semblants summary stéphanie |
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13610 |
14454 |
Heir |
Vita Sackville-West |
Single Author Collections |
This collection’s title is taken from its first story, a novella, which is followed by four shorter tales, all expertly and sensitively drawn. <br>\nStory 1, “The Heir,” concerns an inheritance as told from the point of view of the heir, an unmarried middle-aged man. Its subtitle, “A Love Story,” is not a reference to another person but to the inheritance. <br>\nStory 2, “The Christmas Party,” tells of a longtime family alienation and separation followed by a shocking reunion. <br>\nStory 3, “Patience,” is a touching tale of an apparently “comfortable” marriage, but where the husband tends to lapse into his secret memories of a long-past love. The title is the name both of a version of Solitaire that his wife often plays and of her coping with her husband’s curious mental absences. <br>\nStory 4, “Her Son,” is the poignant story of an aging mother eagerly planning for the future with her long-absent son, now returning but with his own private ideas. <br>\nStory 5, “The Parrot,” is a short allegory about the unremitting need for freedom. <br>\n( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-heir-by-vita-sackville-west/ |
collection s title taken first story novella followed four shorter tales expertly sensitively drawn br story 1 the heir concerns inheritance told point view heir unmarried middle aged man subtitle a love story reference another person inheritance br story 2 the christmas party tells longtime family alienation separation followed shocking reunion br story 3 patience touching tale apparently comfortable marriage husband tends lapse secret memories long past love title name version solitaire wife often plays coping husband s curious mental absences br story 4 her son poignant story aging mother eagerly planning future long absent son returning private ideas br story 5 the parrot short allegory unremitting need freedom br lee smalley |
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13611 |
14455 |
Dawn Patrol, and Other Poems of an Aviator |
Paul Bewsher |
Single author |
Paul Bewsher writes poems of a wartime aviator from his heart and soul. His heart longs for an end to the perils of war and the forced destruction meted out by him and his fellow soldiers while yearning for a return to the serenity of home. His soul is that of a fighter, an airman whose cockpit is both an escape from earthly strife and an agonizing wait for the sudden death that stalks him on each mission. Bewsher's poems are made ever more meaningful by being written by one who has suffered the horrors of war; one who has survived but who has known many who did not; one who understands the longing for an end, the longing for the way life used to be, and the hunger for peace. Bewsher explores in his poetry a range of human emotions from the stance of one immersed in a struggle not of his own making but one essential to his own and his country's survival. These are poems of a reality once lived and never forgotten, a reality indelibly etched in the mind of an aviator during a seemingly unending war. These are poems with vital lessons for us all. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawn-patrol-and-other-poems-of-an-aviator-by-paul-bewsher/ |
paul bewsher writes poems wartime aviator heart soul heart longs end perils war forced destruction meted fellow soldiers yearning return serenity home soul fighter airman whose cockpit escape earthly strife agonizing wait sudden death stalks mission bewsher s poems made ever meaningful written one suffered horrors war one survived known many not one understands longing end longing way life used be hunger peace bewsher explores poetry range human emotions stance one immersed struggle making one essential country s survival poems reality lived never forgotten reality indelibly etched mind aviator seemingly unending war poems vital lessons us all summary bruce kachuk |
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13612 |
14456 |
Testaments of John Davidson |
John Davidson |
Single author |
The oft-maligned Testaments of John Davidson work as a sublime, psychopathic post-Nietzchean (Zarathustra was merely Davidson's springboard into a deeper transcendence) prologue to his impending suicide in 1909. After a warmly receptive life of ballad making and the like (benevolent pedagogy and inclusion in the chintzy Rhymer's Club), a by then poverty-stricken, neglected Davidson could sharpen his mind toward the completion of a more pristine art. Subsequently, we are given the meanest gap between symbolism and modernism (an expressionistic, Schopenhauerian materialist monism in monologic profile a la Browning, a demented Kipling) on record, a Marlowe-level blank verse masterwork of the now, warping into a demented, ironically (intended or not, certainly unfunded and ignored by anyone in charge) nationalist individualism, a system of self-deification, the final scream of a decaying genius. (Summary by kilpatrick83) |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-testaments-of-john-davidson-by-john-davidson/ |
oft maligned testaments john davidson work sublime psychopathic post nietzchean zarathustra merely davidson s springboard deeper transcendence prologue impending suicide 1909 warmly receptive life ballad making like benevolent pedagogy inclusion chintzy rhymer s club poverty stricken neglected davidson could sharpen mind toward completion pristine art subsequently given meanest gap symbolism modernism an expressionistic schopenhauerian materialist monism monologic profile la browning demented kipling record marlowe level blank verse masterwork now warping demented ironically intended not certainly unfunded ignored anyone charge nationalist individualism system self deification final scream decaying genius summary kilpatrick83 |
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13613 |
14457 |
Andrew the Glad (Dramatic Reading) |
Maria Thompson Daviess |
Dramatic Readings, Romance, Published 1900 onward |
"There are some women who will brew mystery from the decoction of even a very simple life. Matilda is one of them, remarked the major to himself as he filled his pipe and settled himself before his high-piled, violet-flamed logs..."<br /><br />A sweet, heartfelt, old-fashioned romance. The middle-aged adults take a kindly interest in the affairs of the young people, with many having friendships across generations in a way not often seen today. Experience life with Phoebe, David, Caroline, Andrew, and the Buchanans in a small town in the Harpeth Valley, Tennessee in the early 1900s.<br /><br />This book reflects many of the feelings and attitudes prevalent at the time of its original publication. It may contain references that reflect mores and opinions that directly conflict with today’s prevailing sentiments. - Summary by LikeManyWaters\n<br><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br>Major Buchanan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Matilda Buchanan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>David Kildare: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>Phoebe Donelson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>Caroline Brown: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>Andrew Sevier: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>Tempie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>Mrs. Cherry Lawrence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10665">Christine Lehman</a><br>Polly Farrell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13871">Katharina Glowalla</a><br>Milly Overton, Mistake: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>Billy Bob Overton, Tom Cantrell, Jeff: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12975">EJWiley</a><br>Cap Cantrell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13886">RHelfmann</a><br>Hobson Capers, Telephone Repair Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>Mrs. Payt: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>Mrs. Peyton Kendrick: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13776">Julie Burks</a><br>Jake and others: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12787">LikeManyWaters</a><br> |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/andrew-the-glad-by-maria-thompson-daviess/ |
there women brew mystery decoction even simple life matilda one them remarked major filled pipe settled high piled violet flamed logs br br a sweet heartfelt old fashioned romance middle aged adults take kindly interest affairs young people many friendships across generations way often seen today experience life phoebe david caroline andrew buchanans small town harpeth valley tennessee early 1900s br br this book reflects many feelings attitudes prevalent time original publication may contain references reflect mores opinions directly conflict today s prevailing sentiments summary likemanywaters br br narrator a href https librivox org reader 12787 likemanywaters a br major buchanan a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br matilda buchanan a href https librivox org reader 13661 lynette caulkins a br david kildare a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br phoebe donelson a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br caroline brown a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br andrew sevier a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br tempie a href https librivox org reader 3157 triciag a br mrs cherry lawrence a href https librivox org reader 10665 christine lehman a br polly farrell a href https librivox org reader 13871 katharina glowalla a br milly overton mistake a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br billy bob overton tom cantrell jeff a href https librivox org reader 12975 ejwiley a br cap cantrell a href https librivox org reader 13886 rhelfmann a br hobson capers telephone repair man a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br mrs payt a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br mrs peyton kendrick a href https librivox org reader 13776 julie burks a br jake others a href https librivox org reader 12787 likemanywaters a br |
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13614 |
14458 |
Chronicles of America Volume 12 - Washington and his Comrades in Arms |
George Wrong |
War & Military, History |
This twelfth volume in the Chronicles of America (series) follows the lengthy and difficult war against England for independence as led by George Washington. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-chronicles-of-america-volume-12-washington-and-his-comrades-in-arms-by-george-wrong/ |
twelfth volume chronicles america series follows lengthy difficult war england independence led george washington |
| 13623 |
13617 |
14461 |
Dial: The First Number of the Series |
John Gray |
Poetry, Literary Collections |
The Dial was an art magazine, which ran to five issues between 1889 and 1897. It was edited and published by Charles Ricketts and Charles Shannon from The Vale, their shared home in Chelsea, London. Contributors to this first number include the editors, R. Savage, and the poet John Gray (who is best known as the rumored inspiration for Oscar Wilde's fictional character, Dorian Gray). - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/the-dial-the-first-number-of-the-series-by-charles-haslewood-shannon/ |
dial art magazine ran five issues 1889 1897 edited published charles ricketts charles shannon vale shared home chelsea london contributors first number include editors r savage poet john gray who best known rumored inspiration oscar wilde s fictional character dorian gray summary rob marland |
| 13624 |
13618 |
14462 |
Green Odyssey (version 2) |
Philip Jose Farmer |
Science Fiction |
A rip-roaring, pulpy and quirky space odyssey for your listening pleasure. Follow earth man Allen Green as his space ship fails and leaves him on a barbaric planet filled with other human descendants who have reverted to pre-technology existence. Naturally he is made a slave and must connive, plan, love and fight his way across 10,000 miles of danger to freedom. Full of strange beings, this planet highlights the amazing imagination of Philip Jose Farmer and his ability to make it scary and fun at the same time. Oh, and he has a wife who is his match in everything and even better in some so that is neat too. Amra will take second place to no one and adds another layer of tastiness to this great pulp novel. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-odyssey-version-2-by-philip-jose-farmer/ |
rip roaring pulpy quirky space odyssey listening pleasure follow earth man allen green space ship fails leaves barbaric planet filled human descendants reverted pre technology existence naturally made slave must connive plan love fight way across 10 000 miles danger freedom full strange beings planet highlights amazing imagination philip jose farmer ability make scary fun time oh wife match everything even better neat too amra take second place one adds another layer tastiness great pulp novel |
| 13625 |
13619 |
14463 |
Summer on the Lakes, in 1843 |
Margaret Fuller |
Memoirs |
Margaret Fuller, the American early proponent for Women's rights, writes of her visits to the Great Lakes in the summer of 1843. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1844 |
https://librivox.org/summer-on-the-lakes-in-1843-by-margaret-fuller/ |
margaret fuller american early proponent women s rights writes visits great lakes summer 1843 summary kevins |
| 13626 |
13620 |
14464 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 033 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 033: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-033-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 033 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 13627 |
13621 |
14465 |
Flor de Santidad. Historia milenaria |
Ramón del Valle-Inclán |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Esta historia milenaria cuenta la seducción de una ingenua pastora, Adega, por un peregrino a quien ella identifica con Dios y del que asegura haber quedado embarazada. Quienes la escuchan la tienen por endemoniada, pero ella exhala encendida religiosidad, impregnada de fábulas y visiones, lo que supone el predominio de la imaginación sobre la dura y terrible realidad de la vida en las aldeas gallegas de ese momento. Flor de Santidad es una obra maestra de la novela breve, con todos los elementos lingüísticos y estilísticos que caracterizan la perfección de la escritura de su autor. - Summary by Ditirambo |
Spanish |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/flor-de-santidad-historia-milenaria-by-ramon-del-valle-inclan/ |
esta historia milenaria cuenta la seducción de una ingenua pastora adega por un peregrino quien ella identifica con dios del que asegura haber quedado embarazada quienes la escuchan la tienen por endemoniada pero ella exhala encendida religiosidad impregnada de fábulas visiones lo que supone el predominio de la imaginación sobre la dura terrible realidad de la vida en las aldeas gallegas de ese momento flor de santidad es una obra maestra de la novela breve con todos los elementos lingüísticos estilísticos que caracterizan la perfección de la escritura de su autor summary ditirambo |
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13622 |
14467 |
Leopard's Claw |
George W. Ellis |
Published 1900 onward |
A love and adventure story with the West African jungle as the main backdrop. We gain some insight into the spiritual influence of African social institutions and conditions of African inner life. (kirk202) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-leopards-claw-by-george-w-ellis/ |
love adventure story west african jungle main backdrop gain insight spiritual influence african social institutions conditions african inner life kirk202 |
| 13629 |
13623 |
14468 |
Whom We Shall Welcome: Report of the President's Commission on Immigration and Naturalization |
The President's Commission on Immigration and Naturalizatio |
Political Science, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
In 1952, Congress passed the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, which had many provisions objectionable to many Americans. President Truman vetoed it, but it was passed in June 1952 over the President's veto. President Truman established the President's Commission on Immigration and Naturalization [in September 1952]. He directed the Commission "to study and evaluate the immigration and naturalization policies of the United States" and to make recommendations "for such legislative, administrative, or other action as in its opinion may be desirable in the interest of the economy, security, and responsibilities of this country." This Report is the result of the Commission's study, and contains the recommendations for an immigration policy best suited, in its judgment, to the interests, needs, and security of the United States.<br/><br/>"The bosom of America is open to receive not only the Opulent and Respectable Stranger, but the oppressed and persecuted of all Nations And Religions; <i>whom we shall wellcome</i> to a participation of all our rights and priveleges, if by decency and propriety of conduct they appear to merit the enjoyment." <i>George Washington, December 2, 1783</i>. The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 was superseded by a new immigration policy in 1965. - Summary modified from the text and by TriciaG<br/><br/><b>NOTE:</b> Written in the early 1950s, this report contains terms and attitudes not culturally acceptable today (such as using the term "colored" and "wetbacks"). |
English |
1953 |
https://librivox.org/whom-we-shall-welcome-by-the-presidents-commission-on-immigration-and-naturalization/ |
1952 congress passed immigration nationality act 1952 many provisions objectionable many americans president truman vetoed it passed june 1952 president s veto president truman established president s commission immigration naturalization in september 1952 directed commission to study evaluate immigration naturalization policies united states make recommendations for legislative administrative action opinion may desirable interest economy security responsibilities country report result commission s study contains recommendations immigration policy best suited judgment interests needs security united states br br the bosom america open receive opulent respectable stranger oppressed persecuted nations religions i whom shall wellcome i participation rights priveleges decency propriety conduct appear merit enjoyment i george washington december 2 1783 i immigration nationality act 1952 superseded new immigration policy 1965 summary modified text triciag br br b note b written early 1950s report contains terms attitudes culturally acceptable today such using term colored wetbacks |
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13624 |
14469 |
Variable Man (Version 2) |
Philip K. Dick |
Science Fiction |
Philip K. Dick wrote some great Science Fiction and here is an example. Published in 1953, in Space Science Fiction, t his story explores an earth that is rigidly bound both by centuries of single minded focus on war, and on what happens when humans have learned to depend entirely on a mechanical calculator/computer to tell them what to do. There is no room for a factor outside known factors, something to throw all calculations off. A man from the past. He fixed things—clocks, refrigerators, vidsenders and destinies. But he had no business in the future, where the calculators could not handle him. He was Earth’s only hope—and its sure failure! - Summary by author and phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-variable-man-by-philip-k-dick-2/ |
philip k dick wrote great science fiction example published 1953 space science fiction story explores earth rigidly bound centuries single minded focus war happens humans learned depend entirely mechanical calculator computer tell do room factor outside known factors something throw calculations off man past fixed things clocks refrigerators vidsenders destinies business future calculators could handle him earth s hope and sure failure summary author phil chenevert |
| 13631 |
13625 |
14470 |
Verses |
Hilaire Belloc |
Single author |
A collection of poetry by Hilaire Belloc ranging from religious verses to drinking songs. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/verses-by-hilaire-belloc/ |
collection poetry hilaire belloc ranging religious verses drinking songs summary larry wilson |
| 13632 |
13626 |
14471 |
Laughing Bear and Other Stories |
Robert Bloomer Hare Bell |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
A collection of unique stories for listeners with the wisdom to see a bit beyond the printed words. The stories start in Korea with The Laughing Bear (or MOUWOU The Deliverer.as he is also called in Korea) and move through the world of a not nice girl and the visits she receives from the Gray Witch, to the hilarious adventures in the barn yard and we even dip under the world for a few to see what is happening in middle earth. All are interesting and may well surprise you in their uniqueness. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-laughing-bear-and-other-stories-by-robert-bloomer-hare-bell/ |
collection unique stories listeners wisdom see bit beyond printed words stories start korea laughing bear or mouwou deliverer as also called korea move world nice girl visits receives gray witch hilarious adventures barn yard even dip world see happening middle earth interesting may well surprise uniqueness summary phil chenevert |
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13627 |
14474 |
Hallowe'en |
Virna Sheard |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Hallowe'en by Virna Sheard.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 20, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA tribute to Hallowe'en by Canadian poetess Virna Sheard. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/halloween-by-virna-sheard/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings hallowe en virna sheard br weekly poetry project october 20 2019 br br tribute hallowe en canadian poetess virna sheard summary david lawrence |
| 13634 |
13628 |
14475 |
Mark Twain's Travel Letters from 1891-92 |
Mark Twain |
Humor, Travel & Geography, Letters |
This collection of Mark Twain travel letters was compiled by Barbara Schmidt for her website, TwainQuotes.com. According to his biographer, Albert Bigelow Paine, when Twain took his family to Europe in June of 1891, he left with the knowledge that the McClure Syndicate and W. M. Laffan of the New York Sun would pay him one thousand dollars each for six travel letters. Twain’s letters eventually appeared in numerous papers including the Chicago Sunday Tribune, Atlanta Constitution, Boston Globe in addition to the New York Sun. Readers of his “The Innocents Abroad” and “A Tramp Abroad” will remember his knack of viewing his discoveries with satirical and ironic twists. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twains-travel-letters-from-1891-92-by-mark-twain/ |
collection mark twain travel letters compiled barbara schmidt website twainquotes com according biographer albert bigelow paine twain took family europe june 1891 left knowledge mcclure syndicate w m laffan new york sun would pay one thousand dollars six travel letters twain s letters eventually appeared numerous papers including chicago sunday tribune atlanta constitution boston globe addition new york sun readers the innocents abroad a tramp abroad remember knack viewing discoveries satirical ironic twists summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
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13629 |
14477 |
Laramie Holds The Range |
Frank H. Spearman |
Westerns |
As with most of Frank Spearman's novels (and non-fiction), "Laramie Holds the Range" is set in the West during our early railroad days. He used the best of the illustrators of the day, such as N.C. Wyeth. Occasionally, a character would appear in more than one of his stories. The strongest elements of his novels, including this one, are his outstanding descriptions of the landscape and the physical elements of his characters. In this story, Kate Doubleday travels West to join her father, whom she has never seen. Laramie is a mountain rancher, who is opposed by Kate's father and all of the large cattlemen of the range. While it is a familiar struggle, Spearman effectively weaves a plot that holds the reader's interest. (Summary by Bob Rollins, Augusta GA) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/laramie-holds-the-range-by-frank-h-spearman/ |
frank spearman s novels and non fiction laramie holds range set west early railroad days used best illustrators day n c wyeth occasionally character would appear one stories strongest elements novels including one outstanding descriptions landscape physical elements characters story kate doubleday travels west join father never seen laramie mountain rancher opposed kate s father large cattlemen range familiar struggle spearman effectively weaves plot holds reader s interest summary bob rollins augusta ga |
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Manners and Rules of Good Society; Or, Solecisms to be Avoided by a Member of the Aristocracy |
Anonymous |
Education, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The title of this work sufficiently indicates the nature of its contents. The Usages of Good Society relate not only to good manners and to good breeding, but also to the proper etiquette to be observed on every occasion. (From "Introductory Remarks") <br><br>Note: The abbreviation viz. (or viz without a full stop) is short for the Latin videlicet, which itself is a contraction of the Latin phrase videre licet, meaning "it is permitted to see". (Wikipedia) <br><br> |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/manners-and-rules-of-good-society-by-anonymous/ |
title work sufficiently indicates nature contents usages good society relate good manners good breeding also proper etiquette observed every occasion from introductory remarks br br note abbreviation viz or viz without full stop short latin videlicet contraction latin phrase videre licet meaning it permitted see wikipedia br br |
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14479 |
Último día de un reo de muerte |
Victor Hugo |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Víctor Hugo escribió esta obra a raíz de ver a un verdugo ensayando con la guillotina para la ejecución del día siguiente- Quedó de tal manera impresionado que decidió escribir este alegato en contra de la pena de muerte, de la que era detractor absoluto.\nHugo nos deja un relato en el que detalla todo lo que puede pasar por la mente de una persona en momentos tan infinitamente duros.\nPalabras, sentimiento y desolación de un hombre, sin nombre. Podría ser cualquiera...cualquiera. <br><br>“Dicen que no es nada, que no se padece apenas, que es un fin muy dulce, y que la muerte está de este modo bastante simplificada. ¿Y qué es, pues, esta agonía de seis semanas y este ahoguío de todo un día? ¿Qué son las angustias de estas irreparables veinte y cuatro horas que pasan tan despacio y tan deprisa? ¿Qué, esta escala de tormentos que va a salir al patíbulo? “ (Summary by Montse González) |
Spanish |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/ultimo-dia-de-un-reo-de-muerte-by-victor-hugo/ |
víctor hugo escribió esta obra raíz de ver un verdugo ensayando con la guillotina para la ejecución del día siguiente quedó de tal manera impresionado que decidió escribir este alegato en contra de la pena de muerte de la que era detractor absoluto hugo nos deja un relato en el que detalla todo lo que puede pasar por la mente de una persona en momentos tan infinitamente duros palabras sentimiento desolación de un hombre sin nombre podría ser cualquiera cualquiera br br dicen que es nada que se padece apenas que es un fin muy dulce que la muerte está de este modo bastante simplificada y qué es pues esta agonía de seis semanas este ahoguío de todo un día qué son las angustias de estas irreparables veinte cuatro horas que pasan tan despacio tan deprisa qué esta escala de tormentos que va salir al patíbulo summary montse gonzález |
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Introducing Irony (Version 2) |
Maxwell Bodenheim |
Single author, Literary Collections |
Maxwell Bodenheim was once known as the King of Greenwich Village Bohemians after moving to New York after being one of the founders of the The Chicago Literary Times. But his life took a downward spiral and he became a panhandler and led a desultory life, finally ending in his murder along with his third wife in a Bronx apartment. \nThe title of this book characterizes the tone of these 22 poems and 10 small stories, full of dark cynicism and twisted irony, with titles such as “Seaweed From Mars” and “ Insanity.”\n - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/introducing-irony-by-maxwell-bodenheim-2/ |
maxwell bodenheim known king greenwich village bohemians moving new york one founders chicago literary times life took downward spiral became panhandler led desultory life finally ending murder along third wife bronx apartment title book characterizes tone 22 poems 10 small stories full dark cynicism twisted irony titles seaweed mars insanity summary larry wilson |
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14481 |
World’s Story Volume IX: England |
Eva March Tappan |
War & Military, Religion, Middle Ages/Middle History |
This is the ninth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Part IX deals with the first part of the history of England, from the early times till the reign of the Tudor kings and queens. Chapters include stories about King Arthur, William the Conqueror, Robin Hood, Queen Elizabeth and many others. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Cast list for A messenger from Rome:<BR>\nCymbeline: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Lucius: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Queen: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Cloten: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<BR>Cast list for Prince Arthur and the keeper Hubert:<BR>\nHubert: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / First Executioner: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Arthur: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<BR>Cast list for Two scenes in the life of Henry V:<BR>\nFalstaff: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Prince Hal/King Henry V: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Host: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.r</a> / Warwick: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Chief Justice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a> / Lancaster: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd HW</a> / Gloucester: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a> / Clarence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\n<BR>Cast list for The fall of Cardinal Wolsey:<BR>\nWolsey: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Cromwell: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-worlds-story-volume-ix-england-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
ninth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century part ix deals first part history england early times till reign tudor kings queens chapters include stories king arthur william conqueror robin hood queen elizabeth many others summary sonia br cast list messenger rome br cymbeline a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a lucius a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a queen a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a cloten a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list prince arthur keeper hubert br hubert a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a first executioner a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a arthur a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list two scenes life henry v br falstaff a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a prince hal king henry v a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a host a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c r a warwick a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a chief justice a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a lancaster a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd hw a gloucester a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a clarence a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br br cast list fall cardinal wolsey br wolsey a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a cromwell a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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14482 |
Stories from Tagore |
Rabindranath Tagore |
Short works |
This is a wonderful collection of ten stories written by Rabindranath Tagore, often recalled as 'The Bard of Bengal'. Tagore is known for his elegant prose and natural poetry, and has even blessed India with her very own National Anthem. Readers are expected to sympathise with journeys Tagore's characters will take in their respective stories. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/stories-from-tagore-by-rabindranath-tagore/ |
wonderful collection ten stories written rabindranath tagore often recalled the bard bengal tagore known elegant prose natural poetry even blessed india national anthem readers expected sympathise journeys tagore s characters take respective stories |
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14483 |
St. George and St. Michael, Volume 3 |
George MacDonald |
Historical Fiction, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
’St. George and St. Michael’ is a little-known historical romance telling the story of a young couple who find themselves on opposing sides during the tumultuous years of the English Civil Wars. Volume 3 completes the series. \n\nTensions are rising between king and parliament, the Church of England and the numerous independent puritans, and rumours abound that Charles I will soon declare open war on the dissident elements within his realm. Seventeen-year-old Dorothy Vaughan knows little of the brewing conflict, yet is sure that her loyalty must be with her king and her nation. When she challenges her childhood friend, Richard Heywood, to prove himself a man and so worthy of winning her hand in marriage by becoming involved in the larger events that surround them, he finds that his convictions – both political and spiritual – lie with his father’s and the puritans. Determined to do what he believes is right, Richard finds that he cannot shake his immovable conscience, even for the woman he loves.\n\nThough it is, for the most part, a realistic novel, ‘St. George and St. Michael’ is not without either the otherwordly atmosphere of the fantastic or the rich spiritual depth that characterizes so much of MacDonald’s writing. - Summary by Jordan |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-3-by-george-macdonald/ |
st george st michael little known historical romance telling story young couple find opposing sides tumultuous years english civil wars volume 3 completes series tensions rising king parliament church england numerous independent puritans rumours abound charles soon declare open war dissident elements within realm seventeen year old dorothy vaughan knows little brewing conflict yet sure loyalty must king nation challenges childhood friend richard heywood prove man worthy winning hand marriage becoming involved larger events surround them finds convictions political spiritual lie father s puritans determined believes right richard finds cannot shake immovable conscience even woman loves though is part realistic novel st george st michael without either otherwordly atmosphere fantastic rich spiritual depth characterizes much macdonald s writing summary jordan |
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14484 |
Christopher Cricket on Cats |
Anthony Henderson Euwer |
Humor |
Humorous---and insightful---commentary on cats in prose and poetry. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/christopher-cricket-on-cats-by-anthony-henderson-euwer/ |
humorous and insightful commentary cats prose poetry summary kevins |
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13637 |
14485 |
Dream Coach |
Anne Parrish |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
The Dream Coach was named a Newbery Honor Book in 1925. Anne Parrish's original stories of dream adventures hold fairy-tale charm that is sure to delight young children, perfect for bedtime reading one chapter at a time. Her tales capture the surreal silliness and strangeness of the dream state and the way our minds slip into that realm without our awareness. There are a couple of phrases early on that betray the cultural insensitivity that used to be acceptable in children's literature in the U.S. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-dream-coach-by-anne-parrish/ |
dream coach named newbery honor book 1925 anne parrish s original stories dream adventures hold fairy tale charm sure delight young children perfect bedtime reading one chapter time tales capture surreal silliness strangeness dream state way minds slip realm without awareness couple phrases early betray cultural insensitivity used acceptable children s literature u s summary lynette caulkins |
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13638 |
14487 |
Cedric the Forester |
Bernard Gay Marshall |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction |
A rollicking juvenile adventure tale, this historical fiction book received the Newbery Honor award in 1922. Set in England during the early 1200s, the scion of a Western Marches noble family relates the many encounters and battles that he faces with the Saxon yeoman who becomes his fast friend. This yeoman, great of cross-bow skill and strategy, often saves the day, and after earning knighthood, becomes instrumental in the making of the Magna Carta. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/cedric-the-forester-by-bernard-gay-marshall/ |
rollicking juvenile adventure tale historical fiction book received newbery honor award 1922 set england early 1200s scion western marches noble family relates many encounters battles faces saxon yeoman becomes fast friend yeoman great cross bow skill strategy often saves day earning knighthood becomes instrumental making magna carta summary lynette caulkins |
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13639 |
14488 |
Early Greek Philosophy and Other Essays |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Philosophy, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The essays contained in this volume treat of various subjects. With the exception of perhaps one we must consider all these papers as fragments. Written during the early Seventies, and intended mostly as prefaces, they are extremely interesting, since traces of Nietzsche's later tenets — like Slave and Master morality, the Superman — can be found everywhere. But they are also very valuable on account of the young philosopher's daring and able handling of difficult and abstruse subjects. "Truth and Falsity," and "The Greek Woman" are probably the two essays which will prove most attractive to the average reader. - from the Preface. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/early-greek-philosophy-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
essays contained volume treat various subjects exception perhaps one must consider papers fragments written early seventies intended mostly prefaces extremely interesting since traces nietzsche s later tenets like slave master morality superman found everywhere also valuable account young philosopher s daring able handling difficult abstruse subjects truth falsity the greek woman probably two essays prove attractive average reader preface |
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13640 |
14491 |
Major Symptoms of Hysteria |
Pierre Janet |
Psychology |
In this series of lectures delivered in English by the author while visiting the USA, Janet summarises the (at the time) cutting edge perspective on the various forms of hysteria. The syndromes include generalised amnesic states and conversion disorders, and show Janet's highly influential views regarding the fundamental role of dissociation. The lectures provide an insight into the development of this area of psychiatry out of the neurological field of the nineteenth century, with Janet dropping some famous names from the history of medicine. ( Peter Tucker) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-major-symptoms-of-hysteria-by-pierre-janet/ |
series lectures delivered english author visiting usa janet summarises at time cutting edge perspective various forms hysteria syndromes include generalised amnesic states conversion disorders show janet s highly influential views regarding fundamental role dissociation lectures provide insight development area psychiatry neurological field nineteenth century janet dropping famous names history medicine peter tucker |
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13641 |
14492 |
Premonition |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Premonition by Bliss Carman.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for October 27, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nWilliam Bliss Carman, FRSC was a Canadian poet who lived most of his life in the United States, where he achieved international fame. He was acclaimed as Canada's poet laureate during his later years. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/premonition-by-bliss-carman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings premonition bliss carman br weekly poetry project october 27 2019 br br william bliss carman frsc canadian poet lived life united states achieved international fame acclaimed canada s poet laureate later years wikipedia |
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13642 |
14494 |
Billy Bunny and Uncle Bull Frog |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. These Billy Bunny stories were first syndicated in magazines as short episodes. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/billy-bunny-and-uncle-bull-frog-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series billy bunny stories first syndicated magazines short episodes summary larry wilson |
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13643 |
14495 |
Love Stories Volume 2 |
Archibald Alexander |
Short Stories |
Here are 20 more love stories under an hour each, covering all kinds of experiences involving romantic or other kinds of love resulting in heartbreak or happiness -- where the heart overflows with passion, pride, emotion or wonder. ( ~ Michele Fry) |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-stories-volume-2/ |
20 love stories hour each covering kinds experiences involving romantic kinds love resulting heartbreak happiness heart overflows passion pride emotion wonder michele fry |
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14496 |
Journeys to Bagdad |
Charles S. Brooks |
Essays & Short Works |
In these 10 short and witty essays, author Charles S. Brooks (1878-1934) muses on various topics, as wide-ranging as Shakespeare, travelling to foreign countries, or even fashion (night-caps and hoopskirts), to name only a few. - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/journeys-to-bagdad-by-charles-s-brooks/ |
10 short witty essays author charles s brooks 1878 1934 muses various topics wide ranging shakespeare travelling foreign countries even fashion night caps hoopskirts name few summary sonia |
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14497 |
Like Christ |
Andrew Murray |
Christianity - Other |
Andrew Murray wrote this volume as a sequel to his well-known devotional book "Abide in Christ". It is sub-titled "Thoughts on the Blessed Life of Conformity to the Son of God". In his preface, Murray states two objects he had in mind in writing the book. The first was to portray the Son of God as a pattern of what God the Father wants believers to be, in such a way that we can see that being like Jesus is immensely attractive in awakening love, inspiring hope and strengthening faith. The second was to show how likeness to Christ is not a mere ideal, but something very real in life of believers as we reflect His image amid the trials and duties of daily life. - Summary by Christopher Smith |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/like-christ-by-andrew-murray/ |
andrew murray wrote volume sequel well known devotional book abide christ sub titled thoughts blessed life conformity son god preface murray states two objects mind writing book first portray son god pattern god father wants believers be way see like jesus immensely attractive awakening love inspiring hope strengthening faith second show likeness christ mere ideal something real life believers reflect image amid trials duties daily life summary christopher smith |
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14499 |
Book of English Martyrs |
E. M. Wilmot-Buxton |
Christianity - Biographies |
This volume is a simple narrative suited to children's understanding of the thrilling times when English Catholics suffered for the Faith in the troubled days of the sixteenth century, when Tyburn tree was a concrete fact, and when ardent love hurled the defiance, "Come rack! Come rope!" Martyrs lay and cleric are here commemorated. The Carthusians, Houghton, Lawrence, Webster; the Jesuits, Campion, Sherwin, Southwell; the secular priests, Hart, Lacey, Ingleby; the countess of Salisbury, mother of Cardinal Pole; the Chancellor of England Blessed Thomas More, Philip Earl of Arundel, and Margaret Clitherow, harborer of priests. Their stories are told whenever possible in the words of records of the time (Summary from America Magazine, Volume 14, 1916) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-book-of-english-martyrs-by-e-m-wilmot-buxton/ |
volume simple narrative suited children s understanding thrilling times english catholics suffered faith troubled days sixteenth century tyburn tree concrete fact ardent love hurled defiance come rack come rope martyrs lay cleric commemorated carthusians houghton lawrence webster jesuits campion sherwin southwell secular priests hart lacey ingleby countess salisbury mother cardinal pole chancellor england blessed thomas more philip earl arundel margaret clitherow harborer priests stories told whenever possible words records time summary america magazine volume 14 1916 |
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13653 |
14508 |
Emily of New Moon (Version 2) |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Family |
Orphaned Emily Starr is sent to live at New Moon Farm on Prince Edward Island with her aunts Elizabeth and Laura Murray and her Cousin Jimmy. She quickly befriends three other children named Ilse Burnley, Teddy Kent, and Perry Miller, each of whom are unique and special in personality. At home, however, Emily has trouble getting along with her strict, severe Aunt Elizabeth; the plot climaxes when Emily accidentally uncovers a dreadful secret about Ilse's mother. The story is told in a simple, yet endearing fashion by Anne of Green Gables author Lucy Maude Montgomery, and is truly a good book for children or children at heart. (Summary by JayKitty76) |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/emily-of-new-moon-version-2-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
orphaned emily starr sent live new moon farm prince edward island aunts elizabeth laura murray cousin jimmy quickly befriends three children named ilse burnley teddy kent perry miller unique special personality home however emily trouble getting along strict severe aunt elizabeth plot climaxes emily accidentally uncovers dreadful secret ilse s mother story told simple yet endearing fashion anne green gables author lucy maude montgomery truly good book children children heart summary jaykitty76 |
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14500 |
Selections of the History of the Franks |
Gregory of Tours |
Middle Ages/Middle History |
The Historia Francorum is the most important contemporary source for the Merovingian age. It is written in ten books, of which one to four recount the world's history from the Creation and move on to the Christianization of Gaul, the life and times of Saint Martin of Tours, the conversion of the Franks, the conquest of Gaul under Clovis, and the history of the Frankish kings down to the death of Sigebert I in 575. From the fifth book on, Gregory starts the second part of the book, on his contemporary history, closing Book 6 with Chilperic I's death in 584. The third part, from books 7 to 10, take the account to the year 591, and concludes with a plea for further chroniclers to preserve his work in entirety. An epilogue was written in 594, the year of Gregory's death. (Summary by Leni) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/selections-of-the-history-of-the-franks-by-gregory-of-tours/ |
historia francorum important contemporary source merovingian age written ten books one four recount world s history creation move christianization gaul life times saint martin tours conversion franks conquest gaul clovis history frankish kings death sigebert 575 fifth book on gregory starts second part book contemporary history closing book 6 chilperic i s death 584 third part books 7 10 take account year 591 concludes plea chroniclers preserve work entirety epilogue written 594 year gregory s death summary leni |
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13648 |
14502 |
Secret of the Sahara: Kufara |
Rosita Forbes |
Travel & Geography |
In an age when women were expected to remain at home, entertain, and rear children, Rosita Forbes elected "to boldly go where no one had gone before..." Like her older contemporary, Gertrude Bell (who was focused more in the Persian and Iraqi areas), Forbes held a profound love of the vast desert and the people who lived there. That love shines out in this engaging travelogue of her November 1920 - February 1921 adventure. The expedition took her deep into the Libyan desert to seek a remote location, revered by local peoples, that was protected from outside intrusion. Forbes was the first European woman, and only the second outsider, to reach Kufara, amid trials of difficult travel, complications with camels, differing priorities of personnel, political intrigue, outright betrayal, climate hardships, and near-disastrous wanderings off the route when water was short or gone. Her sharing of the surroundings, situations, and cultural nuances makes the reader feel as if you were right there with her, shading your eyes as you await the capture of the sunrise or sunset mirage that will show the distant features you hope to locate. Join her entourage and travel along through the Libyan sands as she shares this historic journey of more than a thousand miles. ( summary by LCaulkins) |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-of-the-sahara-kufara-by-rosita-forbes/ |
age women expected remain home entertain rear children rosita forbes elected to boldly go one gone before like older contemporary gertrude bell who focused persian iraqi areas forbes held profound love vast desert people lived there love shines engaging travelogue november 1920 february 1921 adventure expedition took deep libyan desert seek remote location revered local peoples protected outside intrusion forbes first european woman second outsider reach kufara amid trials difficult travel complications camels differing priorities personnel political intrigue outright betrayal climate hardships near disastrous wanderings route water short gone sharing surroundings situations cultural nuances makes reader feel right her shading eyes await capture sunrise sunset mirage show distant features hope locate join entourage travel along libyan sands shares historic journey thousand miles summary lcaulkins |
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13649 |
14503 |
Coffee Break Collection 25 -- Water |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the twenty-fifth Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select English language public domain works of about 15 minutes or less in duration -- perfect to listen to during commutes, workouts or coffee breaks. The topic for this collection is water, a subject that has attracted Archimedes, Shelley and Masefield, to name but a few. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-25-water-by-various/ |
twenty fifth coffee break collection librivox readers select english language public domain works 15 minutes less duration perfect listen commutes workouts coffee breaks topic collection water subject attracted archimedes shelley masefield name few |
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13650 |
14504 |
White Canoe and Other Verse |
Alan Sullivan |
Single author |
This early collection of Alan Sullivan's work is from the pen of a young Canadian author who portrays Canada's short Summer season as the voyage through a Summer of life in an allegorical "white canoe". During that voyage Sullivan shares with the reader his expressions of joy, loss, doubt, uncertainty and hope for a blissful conclusion. Sullivan's later career would embrace classic and unique depictions of the early development of his country, winning a Governor General's Award for his 1941 novel "Three Came to Ville Marie" (Sullivan's 1891 poem "Fifty Years Hence" included in "The White Canoe and Other Verse" seems curiously prescient in this regard). This selection of a nascent Alan Sullivan's poems makes an important contribution to the work of Canadian poets of this era. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-canoe-and-other-verse-by-alan-sullivan/ |
early collection alan sullivan s work pen young canadian author portrays canada s short summer season voyage summer life allegorical white canoe voyage sullivan shares reader expressions joy loss doubt uncertainty hope blissful conclusion sullivan s later career would embrace classic unique depictions early development country winning governor general s award 1941 novel three came ville marie sullivan s 1891 poem fifty years hence included the white canoe verse seems curiously prescient regard selection nascent alan sullivan s poems makes important contribution work canadian poets era summary bruce kachuk |
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13651 |
14506 |
Transposed Seasons |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Transposed Seasons by Madison Cawein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>Mr. Cawein's landscape is not the sea, nor the desert, nor the mountain, but the lovely inland levels of his Kentucky. His work is almost wholly objective. A dash more of human import mixed into the beauty and melody of his poetry would rank him with Lowell and the other great lyrists of our elder choir." (Rose de Vaux-Royer from the Forward of The Cup Of Comus, Fact and Fancy by Madison Cawein) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/transposed-seasons-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings transposed seasons madison cawein br weekly poetry project november 3 2019 br br mr cawein s landscape sea desert mountain lovely inland levels kentucky work almost wholly objective dash human import mixed beauty melody poetry would rank lowell great lyrists elder choir rose de vaux royer forward cup comus fact fancy madison cawein |
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13652 |
14507 |
Voice Of The Banjo |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of The Voice Of The Banjo by Paul Laurence Dunbar.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 3, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nWhat struck me in reading Mr. Dunbar's poetry was what had already struck his friends in Ohio and Indiana, in Kentucky and Illinois. They had felt, as I felt, that however gifted his race had proven itself in music, in oratory, in several of the other arts, here was the first instance of an American negro who had evinced innate distinction in literature. In my criticism of his book ... So far as I could remember, Paul Dunbar was the only man of pure African blood and of American civilization to feel the negro life aesthetically and express it lyrically. (W. D. HOWELLS from the Introduction to Lyrics of Lowly Life) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-voice-of-the-banjo-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings voice banjo paul laurence dunbar br fortnightly poetry project november 3 2019 br br struck reading mr dunbar s poetry already struck friends ohio indiana kentucky illinois felt felt however gifted race proven music oratory several arts first instance american negro evinced innate distinction literature criticism book far could remember paul dunbar man pure african blood american civilization feel negro life aesthetically express lyrically w d howells introduction lyrics lowly life |
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14510 |
Fortunata y Jacinta: dos historias de casadas (Segunda Parte) |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
"Fortunata y Jacinta" esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor: Benito Pérez Galdós, y junto con "La Regenta" de Clarín, la cima de la novela española del Realismo del siglo XIX. Es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social, carácter, y objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática. Tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en Madrid que se ha escrito nunca y la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos. Su extension en cuatro partes, su profundidad psicológica y el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal, contribuyendo a situar a Galdós a la altura (y algunos dirán incluso por encima) de maestros como Balzac, Dickens o Dostoievsky.<br>\nEn esta Segunda Parte nos asomaremos a la vida de los tres hermanos Rubín y también a los azares pasados de Fortunata. Otros personajes inolvidables como Doña Lupe o Mauricia "La Dura" serán indispensables para comprender cómo Fortunata aceptará ingresar en un convento para lavar su nombre y poder casarse de manera respetable con el atolondrado Maximiliano Rubín. Este arreglo parece muy conveniente a todos los implicados pero ... no parece que el matrimonio empiece precisamente con buen pie. - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1887 |
https://librivox.org/fortunata-y-jacinta-dos-historias-de-casadas-segunda-parte-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
fortunata jacinta esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor benito pérez galdós junto con la regenta de clarín la cima de la novela española del realismo del siglo xix es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social carácter objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en madrid que se ha escrito nunca la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos su extension en cuatro partes su profundidad psicológica el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal contribuyendo situar galdós la altura y algunos dirán incluso por encima de maestros como balzac dickens dostoievsky br en esta segunda parte nos asomaremos la vida de los tres hermanos rubín también los azares pasados de fortunata otros personajes inolvidables como doña lupe mauricia la dura serán indispensables para comprender cómo fortunata aceptará ingresar en un convento para lavar su nombre poder casarse de manera respetable con el atolondrado maximiliano rubín este arreglo parece muy conveniente todos los implicados pero parece que el matrimonio empiece precisamente con buen pie summary epachuko |
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14511 |
Curved Blades |
Carolyn Wells |
Detective Fiction |
In this suspensful whodunit a mean-spirited and wealthy dowager is found murdered in her boudoir supposedly killed once by poison and also by a blow to the head. Most bizarre is the fact that she is found sitting in front of her mirror lavishly dressed wearing a fortune in pearls and gems. Her niece, her social secretary, her cousin managing her finances, a mysterious count and a maid acting rather suspiciously are the suspects. The police are getting nowhere so famous criminologist Fleming Stone is called in. However is it possible he is so taken with the primary suspect that she could prevent him from solving the mystery??? - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-curved-blades-by-carolyn-wells/ |
suspensful whodunit mean spirited wealthy dowager found murdered boudoir supposedly killed poison also blow head bizarre fact found sitting front mirror lavishly dressed wearing fortune pearls gems niece social secretary cousin managing finances mysterious count maid acting rather suspiciously suspects police getting nowhere famous criminologist fleming stone called in however possible taken primary suspect could prevent solving mystery summary celine major |
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14512 |
Multilingual Christmas Carol Collection 2019 |
Various |
Music |
LibriVox volunteers bring you a festive selection of 21 Christmas carols for the 2019 holiday. This year's collection includes traditional favorites and lesser-known selections in English and Italian. The singers wish all listeners around the world a happy and peaceful Christmas and New Year. - Summary by Maria Kasper<br /><br />\n<em>Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella</em>; traditional French Provençal carol, English translation by E. Cuthbert Nunn (1868-1914). <br />\n<em>Carol for Christmas Eve</em>; traditional 16th century carol, words edited by Henry Ramsden Bramley (1833-1917), original tune by RomanosMusic.<br />\n<em>Deck the Halls</em>; traditional Welsh carol.<br />\n<em>The First Nowell</em>; traditional English carol, from 1871 arrangement by John Stainer (1840-1901).<br />\n<em> Gesù Bambino</em>; words and music by Pietro Yon (1886-1943).<br />\n<em>How Great Our Joy</em>; traditional German carol, English translation by Theodore Baker (1851-1934).<br />\n<em>In the Bleak Midwinter</em>; words by Christina Rossetti (1830-1894); music by Gustav Holst (1874-1934).<br />\n<em>Joy to the World</em>; words by Isaac Watts (1674-1748); music by Lowell Mason (1792-1872).<br />\n<em>O Come, O Come Emmanuel</em>; traditional Latin Hymn, English translation by John Mason Neale (1818-1866).<br />\n<em>Oh Little Town of Bethlehem</em>; words by Phillips Brooks (1835-1893), music by Louis Henry Redner (1831-1908).<br />\n<em>O Holy Night</em>; words by Placide Capeau (1808-1877), music by Adolphe Adam (1803-1856).<br />\n<em>Once in Royal David’s City</em>; words by Cecil Frances Alexander (1818-1895); music by Henry Gauntlett (1805-1876).<br />\n<em>On Christmas Night</em>; traditional Sussex carol, collected by Ralph Vaughn Williams (1872-1958).<br />\n<em>Santa Claus</em>; words and music by Nathan Haskell Dole (1852-1935).<br />\n<em>See Amid the Winter Snow</em>; words by Edward Caswall (1814-1878); music by John Goss (1800-1880).<br />\n<em>The Twelve Days of Christmas</em>; 18th century English folk song, from 1909 arrangement by Frederic Austin (1872-1952).<br />\n<em>Wassail Song</em>; traditional English folk carol, collected by Cecil Sharp (1859-1924).<br />\n<em>We Three Kings of Orient Are</em>; words and music by John Henry Hopkins Jr. (1820-1891).<br />\n<em>When Bloody Herod Reigned King</em>; traditional west country English carol.<br />\n<em>While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night</em>; words by Nahum Tate (1652-1715); music traditional Yorkshire melody.<br /><br />\nNote: The <em>First Nowell</em> chorus consists of 27 LibriVox musicians, organized and edited by Twinkle88.<br /><br /> |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-christmas-carol-collection-2019-by-various/ |
librivox volunteers bring festive selection 21 christmas carols 2019 holiday year s collection includes traditional favorites lesser known selections english italian singers wish listeners around world happy peaceful christmas new year summary maria kasper br br em bring torch jeanette isabella em traditional french provençal carol english translation e cuthbert nunn 1868 1914 br em carol christmas eve em traditional 16th century carol words edited henry ramsden bramley 1833 1917 original tune romanosmusic br em deck halls em traditional welsh carol br em the first nowell em traditional english carol 1871 arrangement john stainer 1840 1901 br em gesù bambino em words music pietro yon 1886 1943 br em how great joy em traditional german carol english translation theodore baker 1851 1934 br em in bleak midwinter em words christina rossetti 1830 1894 music gustav holst 1874 1934 br em joy world em words isaac watts 1674 1748 music lowell mason 1792 1872 br em o come come emmanuel em traditional latin hymn english translation john mason neale 1818 1866 br em oh little town bethlehem em words phillips brooks 1835 1893 music louis henry redner 1831 1908 br em o holy night em words placide capeau 1808 1877 music adolphe adam 1803 1856 br em once royal david s city em words cecil frances alexander 1818 1895 music henry gauntlett 1805 1876 br em on christmas night em traditional sussex carol collected ralph vaughn williams 1872 1958 br em santa claus em words music nathan haskell dole 1852 1935 br em see amid winter snow em words edward caswall 1814 1878 music john goss 1800 1880 br em the twelve days christmas em 18th century english folk song 1909 arrangement frederic austin 1872 1952 br em wassail song em traditional english folk carol collected cecil sharp 1859 1924 br em we three kings orient are em words music john henry hopkins jr 1820 1891 br em when bloody herod reigned king em traditional west country english carol br em while shepherds watched flocks night em words nahum tate 1652 1715 music traditional yorkshire melody br br note em first nowell em chorus consists 27 librivox musicians organized edited twinkle88 br br |
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13658 |
14514 |
Boys' Life of Booker T. Washington |
Walter Clinton Jackson |
Biography & Autobiography |
Booker T. Washington was one of the first nationally recognized African American leaders after the Civil War. He was born to a slave woman in Virginia, who then took him as a young boy to West Virginia after the emancipation. Booker became a leader in education heading the Tuskegee Institute for more than 30 years and working with other universities. He advocated a moderate approach to elevating the African Americans through education and business, but worked behind the scenes to change discriminatory laws and practices, and became an adviser to the White House. He authored 14 books, and many articles and speeches, including his autobiography, Up from Slavery. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/a-boys-life-of-booker-t-washington-by-walter-clinton-jackson/ |
booker t washington one first nationally recognized african american leaders civil war born slave woman virginia took young boy west virginia emancipation booker became leader education heading tuskegee institute 30 years working universities advocated moderate approach elevating african americans education business worked behind scenes change discriminatory laws practices became adviser white house authored 14 books many articles speeches including autobiography slavery summary larry wilson |
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13659 |
14515 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 084 |
Various |
Anthologies |
And so we present the 84th Librivox Short Story Collection! Each tale is selected and read by a Librivox volunteer. Once again, we have a wide variety of stories, from the amusing to the perplexing. Zane Grey, Maxim Gorky and H.G. Wells are among the authors selected this time round. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-084-by-various/ |
present 84th librivox short story collection tale selected read librivox volunteer again wide variety stories amusing perplexing zane grey maxim gorky h g wells among authors selected time round |
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13660 |
14517 |
Reminiscences Of A Workhouse Medical Officer |
Joseph Rogers |
Health & Fitness, Medical, Memoirs |
Joseph Rogers (1821-1889) was an English physician, medical officer, and health care reformer in London. The system of poor-law dispensaries and separate sick wards, with proper staffs of medical attendants and nurses, was due to the efforts of Rogers and his colleagues. His memoir, published in 1889, contains an informative biography written by his brother. His career was not without conflict as his zeal sometimes offended governing boards. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/reminiscences-of-a-workhouse-by-joseph-rogers/ |
joseph rogers 1821 1889 english physician medical officer health care reformer london system poor law dispensaries separate sick wards proper staffs medical attendants nurses due efforts rogers colleagues memoir published 1889 contains informative biography written brother career without conflict zeal sometimes offended governing boards summary david wales |
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13661 |
14520 |
Uncle Wiggily's Story Book |
Howard R. Garis |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dear Children:\n\nThis is a quite different book from any others you may have read about me. In this volume I have some adventures with real children, like yourselves, as well as with my animal friends.\n\nThese stories tell of the joyous, funny, exciting and everyday adventures that happen to you girls and boys. There is the story about a toothache, which you may read, or have read to you, when you want to forget the pain. There is a story of a good boy and a freckled girl. And there is a story about a bad boy, but not everyone is allowed to read that.\n\nThere is a story for nearly every occasion in the life of a little boy or girl; about the joys of Christmas, of a birthday; about different animals, about getting lost, and one about falling in a mud puddle. And there are stories about having the measles and mumps, and getting over them.\n\nI hope you will like this book as well as you seem to have cared for the other volumes about me. And you will find some beautiful pictures in this book.\n\nNow, as Nurse Jane is calling me, I shall have to hop along. But I hope you will enjoy these stories.\n\nYour friend,\n\nUncle Wiggily Longears.\n\n - Summary from preface |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/uncle-wiggilys-story-book-by-howard-r-garis/ |
dear children quite different book others may read me volume adventures real children like yourselves well animal friends stories tell joyous funny exciting everyday adventures happen girls boys story toothache may read read you want forget pain story good boy freckled girl story bad boy everyone allowed read that story nearly every occasion life little boy girl joys christmas birthday different animals getting lost one falling mud puddle stories measles mumps getting them hope like book well seem cared volumes me find beautiful pictures book now nurse jane calling me shall hop along hope enjoy stories friend uncle wiggily longears summary preface |
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13662 |
14521 |
Nocturne: In Anjou |
Bliss Carman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of Nocturne: In Anjou by Bliss Carman and Richard Hovey.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 10, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nRichard Hovey collaborated with Canadian poet Bliss Carman on three volumes of "tramp" verse: Songs from Vagabondia (1894), More Songs from Vagabondia (1896), and Last Songs from Vagabondia (1900), the last being published after Hovey's death. Hovey and Carman were members of the "Visionists" social circle along with F. Holland Day and Herbert Copeland, who published the "Vagabondia" series. (Wikipedia) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/nocturne-in-anjou-by-bliss-carman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings nocturne anjou bliss carman richard hovey br weekly poetry project november 10 2019 br br richard hovey collaborated canadian poet bliss carman three volumes tramp verse songs vagabondia 1894 songs vagabondia 1896 last songs vagabondia 1900 last published hovey s death hovey carman members visionists social circle along f holland day herbert copeland published vagabondia series wikipedia summary wikipedia |
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13663 |
14522 |
Pirate Island: A Story of the South Pacific |
Harry Collingwood |
Action & Adventure |
A story of sea-faring adventure including a shipwreck with a daring rescue, a ship fire and a close escape, pirates and enslavement, gold, danger, redemption and a desperate bid for freedom. There is excitement in every chapter in this harrowing tale of the crew and passengers of the <i>Galatea</i> as they voyage from England to Australia and back. (Summary by OliverBoliver) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-pirate-island-by-harry-collingwood/ |
story sea faring adventure including shipwreck daring rescue ship fire close escape pirates enslavement gold danger redemption desperate bid freedom excitement every chapter harrowing tale crew passengers i galatea i voyage england australia back summary oliverboliver |
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13664 |
14524 |
Postage stamps of war (1854-1914) |
Douglas B. Armstrong |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
A very brief introduction to postal stamps used and issued during times of war. The principal focus might be said to be placed upon the Great War which just erupted in Europe and across much of the globe. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/postage-stamps-of-war-1854-1914-by-douglas-b-armstrong/ |
brief introduction postal stamps used issued times war principal focus might said placed upon great war erupted europe across much globe summary kevins |
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13665 |
14525 |
Multilingual Short Works Collection 023 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English) as listed below. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. - Summary by ToddHW\n<br><br>1. Arabic - دع الأيام تفعل ما تشاء [da' el-ayama taf'al ma tasha'o] - \n1:52 <br> Muhammad ibn Idrīs al-Shāfiʻī <br> Key words: fate, happiness, patience\n<br><a href="http://dlib.nyu.edu/aco/book/aub_aco001307/1">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n2. Danish - Hyrdinden og Skorsteensfeieren - \n9:46 <br> Hans Christian Andersen <br> Key words: Fairy tale, love\n<br><a href="https://books.google.dk/books?id=Dw9AjKH35PoC&dq=Nye Eventyr. Første Bind. Tredie Samling. 1845.&hl=da&pg=PA33#v=onepage&q=Nye Eventyr. Første Bind. Tredie Samling. 1845.&f=false">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n3. French - Sur l'eau - \n11:22 <br> Guy de Maupassant <br> Key words: river, boater, sublime, suspense, death\n<br><a href="https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k113355s/f73.item">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n4. German - Über die verfeinerten Begriffe - \n7:50 <br> Justus Möser <br> Key words: prose, analogy, philosophy, parable, satire, fiction\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/smmtlichewerke00abekgoog/page/n261">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n5. Italian - A Satana - \n6:48 <br> Giosuè Carducci <br> Key words: Brotherhood, Love, Knowledge, Reason, Science, Progress, Defiance, Rebellion, Anticlericalism\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/poesiedigiosuca04cardgoog/page/n401/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n6. Italian - Er caffettiere fisolofo - \n1:17 <br> Giuseppe Gioachino Belli <br> Key words: Romanesco, Death, Fate, Meaninglessness of Life\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/poesieinedite01bellgoog/page/n258/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n7. Italian - La Damigella di Scalot - \n3:20 <br> Anonymous <br> Key words: Lady of Shalott, Arthurian Cycle, Lancelot of the Lake, Chivalry Code, Courtly Love, Lovesickness, Tragedy, Novellino, Alfred Tennyson\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_CtrpE0QdBlEC/page/n139/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n8. Italian - S'i' fosse foco - \n1:15 <br> Cecco Angiolieri <br> Key words: Against Dolce Stil Novo, Against Authorities (Fire, Air, Water, World, God, Pope, Christians, Emperor, Death, Life, Father, Mother, Elders)\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/isonettidicecco01angigoog/page/n113/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n9. Latin - Carmen quintum - \n1:38 <br> Gaius Valerius Catullus <br> Key words: Life, Death, Mortality, Impermanence, Defiance, Love, Oblivion\n<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/files/23294/23294-0.txt">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n10. Latin - Liber Primus Carmen undecimum - \n1:33 <br> Quintus Horatius Flaccus <br> Key words: Mortality, Fate, Time, Impermanence, Wisdom, Carpe Diem, Epicureanism\n<br><a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/9646/pg964">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n11. Latin - Stabat Mater - \n4:02 <br> Jacopone da Todi <br> Key words: Spiritualism, Franciscanism, Asceticism, Mysticism, Marianism, Suffering\n<br><a href="https://archive.org/details/paroissiencomple00unse/page/96/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n12. Luxembourgish - No Süden - \n1:02 <br> Michel Lentz <br> Key words: autumn, contentment, longing\n<br><a href="http://www.eluxemburgensia.lu/BnlViewer/view/index.html?lang=en#panel:pp|issue:2833780|page:50">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n13. Polish - Paweł i Gaweł - \n1:35 <br> Aleksander Fredro (1793-1876) <br> Keywords: bajka, sąsiedzi\n<br><a href="https://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Pan_Jowialski/Akt_IV">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n14. Polish - Sachem - \n17:35 <br> Henryk Sienckiewicz <br> Keywords: opowiadanie, walka, rozrywka\n<br><a href="https://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Pisma_Henryka_Sienkiewicza_tom_XIX">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n15. Polish - Testament mój - \n2:27 <br> Juliusz Słowacki (1808-1849) <br> Key words: poezja, wiersz, romantyzm, testament\n<br><a href="https://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Testament_mój">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n16. Polish - Władca Czasu - \n22:20 <br> Antoni Lange <br> Key words: czas, odrodzenie, ludzkość (time, rebirth, humanity)\n<br><a href="https://polona.pl/item/w-czwartym-wymiarze-opowiadania,MTk0MTE3Mw/15/#info:metadata">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n17. Polish - Wspomnienie z Maripozy - \n20:54 <br> Henryk Sienkiewicz <br> Key words: opowiadanie, Polska, emigracja, język polski\n<br><a href="https://pl.wikisource.org/wiki/Pisma_Henryka_Sienkiewicza_tom_XIX">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n18. Serbian - Њени јади [Njeni jadi"> - \n1:20 <br> Branko Radičević (1824-1853) <br> Key words: elegy, romanticism, vernacular literature\n<br><a href="http://digital.bms.rs/ebiblioteka/pageFlip/reader/index.php?type=publications&id=5082&m=2#page/8/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n19. Spanish - Curiosidades literarias - \n10:26 <br> Rubén Darío <br> Key words: tragedia, romance, poema en prosa\n<br><a href="https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51627">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n\n20. Spanish - Poema II Trilce - \n1:23 <br> César Vallejo <br> Key words: trilce, poesía peruana, vanguardismo\n<br><a href="https://fundacionbbva.pe/biblioteca-virtual/trilce-2/">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-023-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english listed below chosen recorded librivox volunteers summary toddhw br br 1 arabic دع الأيام تفعل ما تشاء da el ayama taf al tasha o 1 52 br muhammad ibn idrīs al shāfiʻī br key words fate happiness patience br a href http dlib nyu edu aco book aub_aco001307 1 link text a br br 2 danish hyrdinden og skorsteensfeieren 9 46 br hans christian andersen br key words fairy tale love br a href https books google dk books id dw9ajkh35poc dq nye eventyr første bind tredie samling 1845 hl da pg pa33 v onepage q nye eventyr første bind tredie samling 1845 f false link text a br br 3 french sur l eau 11 22 br guy de maupassant br key words river boater sublime suspense death br a href https gallica bnf fr ark 12148 bpt6k113355s f73 item link text a br br 4 german über die verfeinerten begriffe 7 50 br justus möser br key words prose analogy philosophy parable satire fiction br a href https archive org details smmtlichewerke00abekgoog page n261 link text a br br 5 italian satana 6 48 br giosuè carducci br key words brotherhood love knowledge reason science progress defiance rebellion anticlericalism br a href https archive org details poesiedigiosuca04cardgoog page n401 mode 2up link text a br br 6 italian er caffettiere fisolofo 1 17 br giuseppe gioachino belli br key words romanesco death fate meaninglessness life br a href https archive org details poesieinedite01bellgoog page n258 mode 2up link text a br br 7 italian la damigella di scalot 3 20 br anonymous br key words lady shalott arthurian cycle lancelot lake chivalry code courtly love lovesickness tragedy novellino alfred tennyson br a href https archive org details bub_gb_ctrpe0qdblec page n139 mode 2up link text a br br 8 italian s i fosse foco 1 15 br cecco angiolieri br key words dolce stil novo authorities fire air water world god pope christians emperor death life father mother elders br a href https archive org details isonettidicecco01angigoog page n113 mode 2up link text a br br 9 latin carmen quintum 1 38 br gaius valerius catullus br key words life death mortality impermanence defiance love oblivion br a href https www gutenberg org files 23294 23294 0 txt link text a br br 10 latin liber primus carmen undecimum 1 33 br quintus horatius flaccus br key words mortality fate time impermanence wisdom carpe diem epicureanism br a href http www gutenberg org cache epub 9646 pg964 link text a br br 11 latin stabat mater 4 02 br jacopone da todi br key words spiritualism franciscanism asceticism mysticism marianism suffering br a href https archive org details paroissiencomple00unse page 96 mode 2up link text a br br 12 luxembourgish süden 1 02 br michel lentz br key words autumn contentment longing br a href http www eluxemburgensia lu bnlviewer view index html lang en panel pp issue 2833780 page 50 link text a br br 13 polish paweł gaweł 1 35 br aleksander fredro 1793 1876 br keywords bajka sąsiedzi br a href https pl wikisource org wiki pan_jowialski akt_iv link text a br br 14 polish sachem 17 35 br henryk sienckiewicz br keywords opowiadanie walka rozrywka br a href https pl wikisource org wiki pisma_henryka_sienkiewicza_tom_xix link text a br br 15 polish testament mój 2 27 br juliusz słowacki 1808 1849 br key words poezja wiersz romantyzm testament br a href https pl wikisource org wiki testament_mój link text a br br 16 polish władca czasu 22 20 br antoni lange br key words czas odrodzenie ludzkość time rebirth humanity br a href https polona pl item w czwartym wymiarze opowiadania mtk0mte3mw 15 info metadata link text a br br 17 polish wspomnienie z maripozy 20 54 br henryk sienkiewicz br key words opowiadanie polska emigracja język polski br a href https pl wikisource org wiki pisma_henryka_sienkiewicza_tom_xix link text a br br 18 serbian њени јади njeni jadi 1 20 br branko radičević 1824 1853 br key words elegy romanticism vernacular literature br a href http digital bms rs ebiblioteka pageflip reader index php type publications id 5082 m 2 page 8 mode 2up link text a br br 19 spanish curiosidades literarias 10 26 br rubén darío br key words tragedia romance poema en prosa br a href https www gutenberg org ebooks 51627 link text a br br 20 spanish poema ii trilce 1 23 br césar vallejo br key words trilce poesía peruana vanguardismo br a href https fundacionbbva pe biblioteca virtual trilce 2 link text a br br |
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Wonder-Working Magician |
Pedro Calderón de la Barca |
Plays |
"The Wonderful Magician" is perhaps better known to poetical students in England from the spirited fragment Shelley has left us in his "Scenes from Calderon." The preoccupation of a subject by a great master throws immense difficulties in the way of any one who ventures to follow in the same path: but as Shelley allowed himself great licence in his versification, and either from carelessness or an imperfect knowledge of Spanish is occasionally unfaithful to the meaning of his author, it may be hoped in my own version that strict fidelity both as to the form as well as substance of the original may be some compensation for the absence of those higher poetical harmonies to which many of my readers will have been accustomed. - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nCyprian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nThe Demon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLelius, The Governor of Antioch's Son: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nFlorus, friend of Lelius: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nMoscon, Servant of Cyprian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nClarin, Servant of Cyprian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nThe Governor of Antioch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nFabius, his Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3618">Timothy Ferguson</a><br>\nLysander, the reputed Father of Justina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nJustina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13990">Jeanne Viray</a><br>\nLivia, her Maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nA Servant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nA Soldier, Chorus, People, Voice Within: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8072">Kimberly Krause</a><br>\nVoice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nChorus of Voices: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nA Phantom Figure of Justina: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nThe Skeleton: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/the-wonder-working-magician-by-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca/ |
the wonderful magician perhaps better known poetical students england spirited fragment shelley left us scenes calderon preoccupation subject great master throws immense difficulties way one ventures follow path shelley allowed great licence versification either carelessness imperfect knowledge spanish occasionally unfaithful meaning author may hoped version strict fidelity form well substance original may compensation absence higher poetical harmonies many readers accustomed summary translator br br cast list br cyprian a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br demon a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lelius governor antioch s son a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br florus friend lelius a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br moscon servant cyprian a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br clarin servant cyprian a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br governor antioch a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br fabius servant a href https librivox org reader 3618 timothy ferguson a br lysander reputed father justina a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br justina a href https librivox org reader 13990 jeanne viray a br livia maid a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br servant a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br soldier chorus people voice within a href https librivox org reader 8072 kimberly krause a br voice a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br chorus voices a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br phantom figure justina a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br skeleton a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13667 |
14527 |
Clue of the Twisted Candle (Version 2) |
Edgar Wallace |
Detective Fiction |
Detective mystery story set in London, with some romance, and intriguing plot. - Summary by Peter Thomlinson |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-clue-of-the-twisted-candle-by-edgar-wallace-2/ |
detective mystery story set london romance intriguing plot summary peter thomlinson |
| 13673 |
13674 |
14537 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part One (1867-1879) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in the chronological listing are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times from the first (May 1, 1867) up through 1924 (the most recent Public Domain year available). "Part One" of the collection includes articles that appeared from 1867 through 1879. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times "Time Machine" website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/ - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-one/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included chronological listing twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times first may 1 1867 1924 the recent public domain year available part one collection includes articles appeared 1867 1879 original microfiche articles available new york times time machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
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13668 |
14528 |
Emily of New Moon |
Lucy Maud Montgomery |
Children's Fiction |
Emily Starr never knew what it was to be lonely -- until her beloved father died. Now Emily's an orphan, and her mother's snobbish relatives are taking her to live with them at New Moon Farm. She's sure she won't be happy Emily deals with stiff, stern Aunt Elizabeth and her malicious classmates by holding her head high and using her quick wit. Things begin to change when she makes friends: with Teddy, who does marvelous drawings; with Perry, who's sailed all over the world with his father yet has never been to school; and above all, with Use, a tomboy with a blazing temper. Amazingly, Emily finds New Moon beautiful and fascinating. With new friends and adventures, Emily might someday think of herself as Emily of New Moon. (Lippincott 1923) - Summary by Lippincott Publishing 1923 |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/emily-of-new-moon-by-lucy-maud-montgomery/ |
emily starr never knew lonely beloved father died emily s orphan mother s snobbish relatives taking live new moon farm sure happy emily deals stiff stern aunt elizabeth malicious classmates holding head high using quick wit things begin change makes friends teddy marvelous drawings perry who s sailed world father yet never school all use tomboy blazing temper amazingly emily finds new moon beautiful fascinating new friends adventures emily might someday think emily new moon lippincott 1923 summary lippincott publishing 1923 |
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13669 |
14529 |
Anthem (Version 5) |
Ayn Rand |
Literary Fiction, Science Fiction |
Anthem is a dystopian fiction novella by Russian-American writer Ayn Rand, written in 1937 and first published in 1938 in the United Kingdom. The story takes place at an unspecified future date when mankind has entered another Dark Age. Technological advancement is now carefully planned and the concept of individuality has been eliminated. A young man known as Equality 7-2521 rebels by doing secret scientific research. When his activity is discovered, he flees into the wilderness with the girl he loves. Together they plan to establish a new society based on rediscovered individualism. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/anthem-version-5-by-ayn-rand/ |
anthem dystopian fiction novella russian american writer ayn rand written 1937 first published 1938 united kingdom story takes place unspecified future date mankind entered another dark age technological advancement carefully planned concept individuality eliminated young man known equality 7 2521 rebels secret scientific research activity discovered flees wilderness girl loves together plan establish new society based rediscovered individualism summary wikipedia |
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14530 |
Radio Planet |
Ralph Milne Farley |
Science Fiction |
Could you make a radio set? Don’t answer rashly. Don’t say that you have already built several. For note that we did not ask whether you could assemble a set from parts already manufactured by others, but rather whether you could build the entire set yourself—from the ground up. That means making every part you require, including the vacuum tubes, the acid in the batteries, the wires, the insulation.\n<br><br>\nIf you think that you could do this, let us ask you one further question. Put yourself in the place of the hero of the following story, and imagine yourself stranded amid intelligent savages who have not progressed beyond the wood age. Under such circumstances, with nothing to guide you but your scientific memory, with no tools except those of your own creation, and with no materials save those furnished by nature, could you, though the lives and happiness of your dear ones depended upon it—could you make a radio set? —R. M. F., 1926. (Foreword) |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/the-radio-planet-by-ralph-milne-farley/ |
could make radio set don t answer rashly don t say already built several note ask whether could assemble set parts already manufactured others rather whether could build entire set yourself from ground up means making every part require including vacuum tubes acid batteries wires insulation br br think could this let us ask one question put place hero following story imagine stranded amid intelligent savages progressed beyond wood age circumstances nothing guide scientific memory tools except creation materials save furnished nature could you though lives happiness dear ones depended upon it could make radio set r m f 1926 foreword |
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14532 |
Little Book of St. Francis & His Brethren |
E. M. Wilmot-Buxton |
Christianity - Biographies |
A Little Book of St. Francis and His Brethren presents with superlative charm the great simplicities and eternal verities in the life of St Francis. The author EM Wilmot Buxton is already well known for valuable work in making vivid the lives God's heroes. The Little Book will be found delightful by both children and adults. (Adapted from the New Catholic World #113, 1921) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-little-book-of-st-francis-his-brethren-by-e-m-wilmot-buxton/ |
little book st francis brethren presents superlative charm great simplicities eternal verities life st francis author em wilmot buxton already well known valuable work making vivid lives god s heroes little book found delightful children adults adapted new catholic world 113 1921 |
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14535 |
Carpenter's World Travels: From Tangier to Tripoli |
Frank G. Carpenter |
Travel & Geography |
Author's account of travels through Algeria, Tunisia, Tripoli and the Sahara Desert with stories about the people, climate, industry and culture. Summary by BettyB. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/from-tangier-to-tripoli-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
author s account travels algeria tunisia tripoli sahara desert stories people climate industry culture summary bettyb |
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13673 |
14536 |
Poems of Gerard Manley Hopkins (Version 2) |
Gerard Manley Hopkins |
Single author |
Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844–1889) was one of the most innovative of English Victorian poets, best known now for his vivid and original imagery of the natural world in verses such as “The Windhover” and “Pied Beauty”.<br><br>\n\nHopkins was a master of miniaturisation and condensation. His poetry is characterised by freshness, concentrated originality and often unconventional syntax in which words may have multiple shades of meaning. One of his most important innovations was what he called “sprung rhythm”, a style intended to be read aloud in which — like natural speech — the stressed syllables ‘spring’ between a variable number of unstressed syllables, and in which the poetic lines are defined not by number of syllables but by number of stresses.<br><br>\n\nAt the age of 24 Hopkins converted to Catholicism and began training as a Jesuit priest. For seven years he wrote no poetry at all, believing that he was not called by God to do so. This period ended with a concentrated explosion of originality with “The Wreck of the Deutschland”, his greatest and longest poem (number 4 in this collection) which is dedicated to the memory of five nuns who lost their lives while attempting the sea passage from Germany to England in 1875. Sometimes considered ‘difficult’ by readers who approach it in printed form, the poem’s outlines become clearer when read aloud. It is divided into two sections, an introductory part in which the poet discourses with wonder on the sudden return of his poetic muse after so many fallow years; and a second part in which he describes with dramatic pace the fate of the ship as it hurtles in the storm and snow to its doom on the Kentish sands. At its heart the poem celebrates, in extraordinarily vivid and imaginative terms, the spiritual vision of a nun whose entire attention is absorbed by Christ even as all around her is chaos and terror.<br><br>\n\nMost of Hopkins’ poetry was unpublished and completely unknown until nearly 30 years after his death when in 1918 Robert Bridges, his old friend and by then Poet Laureate, brought out this book. Hopkins’ originality was soon recognised, and his verse has had a marked influence on many later poets including TS Eliot, Dylan Thomas, WH Auden, Stephen Spender and Cecil Day-Lewis. (Michael Maggs) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-gerard-manley-hopkins-version-2-by-gerard-manley-hopkins/ |
gerard manley hopkins 1844 1889 one innovative english victorian poets best known vivid original imagery natural world verses the windhover pied beauty br br hopkins master miniaturisation condensation poetry characterised freshness concentrated originality often unconventional syntax words may multiple shades meaning one important innovations called sprung rhythm style intended read aloud like natural speech stressed syllables spring variable number unstressed syllables poetic lines defined number syllables number stresses br br age 24 hopkins converted catholicism began training jesuit priest seven years wrote poetry all believing called god so period ended concentrated explosion originality the wreck deutschland greatest longest poem number 4 collection dedicated memory five nuns lost lives attempting sea passage germany england 1875 sometimes considered difficult readers approach printed form poem s outlines become clearer read aloud divided two sections introductory part poet discourses wonder sudden return poetic muse many fallow years second part describes dramatic pace fate ship hurtles storm snow doom kentish sands heart poem celebrates extraordinarily vivid imaginative terms spiritual vision nun whose entire attention absorbed christ even around chaos terror br br hopkins poetry unpublished completely unknown nearly 30 years death 1918 robert bridges old friend poet laureate brought book hopkins originality soon recognised verse marked influence many later poets including ts eliot dylan thomas wh auden stephen spender cecil day lewis michael maggs |
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14538 |
Rainbow and the Rose (Version 2) |
E. Nesbit |
Poetry |
Although Edith Nesbit is best known for her innovative children's books and classic ghost stories, she was at heart a poet. She began writing poetry at the age of 14 and published over 20 volumes of poetry during her lifetime. Her poetry was praised by authors and poets such as Algernon Swinburne, Oscar Wilde, and literary critic, Andrew Lang. Although her timeless poetry is little read today, she still ranks at 323 of the top 500 poets. - Summary by AnnaLisa |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-and-the-rose-by-e-nesbit-2/ |
although edith nesbit best known innovative children s books classic ghost stories heart poet began writing poetry age 14 published 20 volumes poetry lifetime poetry praised authors poets algernon swinburne oscar wilde literary critic andrew lang although timeless poetry little read today still ranks 323 top 500 poets summary annalisa |
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14540 |
Big Drum |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
Another Pinero play. Biting satire this time, ironic comedy - not a farce. The Big Drum, a novel being written by Phil, one of the main characters, is "an attempt to portray the struggle for notoriety—for self-advertisement—we see going on around us to-day." "Oh, I believe any world would content me that's totally different from the world I've lived in so long; any world that isn't flat and stale and stifling; that isn't made up of shams, and petty aims and appetites; any world that—well, such a world as you used to picture, Phil, when you preached your gospel to a selfish, common girl under the chestnuts in the Allée de Longchamp and the Champs-Elysées! ... I've been waiting—waiting for you—in my dreams—for ten years! " \n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR>NOTE: There is an Author's Preface. Because it contains spoilers, it has been put at the end of the Act 4 file.\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nPhilip Mackworth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSir Randle Filson, Knight: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBertram Filson (his son): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSir Timothy Barradell, Baronett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nRobert Roope: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nCollingham Green: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nLeonard Westrip (Sir Randle's secretary): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13652">Shashank Jakhmola</a><br>\nAlfred Dunning (of Sillitoe and Dunning's Private Detective Agency): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nNoyes (Mr. Roope's servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13563">Steven Fellows</a><br>\nUnderwood (servant at Sir Randle's): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nJohn (Mr. Mackworth's servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nOttoline de Chaumié, Comtesse de Chaumié, née Filson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nLady Filson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nHonourable Mrs. Godfrey Anslow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nMrs. Walter Quebec: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nMiss Tracer (Lady Filson's secretary): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited By: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-big-drum-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
another pinero play biting satire time ironic comedy farce big drum novel written phil one main characters an attempt portray struggle notoriety for self advertisement we see going around us to day oh believe world would content that s totally different world i ve lived long world flat stale stifling made shams petty aims appetites world that well world used picture phil preached gospel selfish common girl chestnuts allée de longchamp champs elysées i ve waiting waiting you in dreams for ten years summary toddhw br note author s preface contains spoilers put end act 4 file br br cast list br philip mackworth a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br sir randle filson knight a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br bertram filson his son a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sir timothy barradell baronett a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br robert roope a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br collingham green a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br leonard westrip sir randle s secretary a href https librivox org reader 13652 shashank jakhmola a br alfred dunning of sillitoe dunning s private detective agency a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br noyes mr roope s servant a href https librivox org reader 13563 steven fellows a br underwood servant sir randle s a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br john mr mackworth s servant a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br ottoline de chaumié comtesse de chaumié née filson a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lady filson a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br honourable mrs godfrey anslow a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br mrs walter quebec a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br miss tracer lady filson s secretary a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14541 |
Galahad Jones |
Arthur Adams |
Plays |
Dramatised by Australian playwright Arthur Adams from his book of the same name, this is labeled "A Comedy with a Tragic Tang". The author claims there is an alternative ending he wrote much against his will, but he declines to print it.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nGalahad Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nSibyl Beach: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6281">Beth Thomas</a><br>\nPearl: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nThe Butcher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nEdward Beach: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Doctor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nKathie Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nHorace Lothian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nA Young Man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nEm. Jones: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/galahad-jones-by-arthur-adams/ |
dramatised australian playwright arthur adams book name labeled a comedy tragic tang author claims alternative ending wrote much will declines print it summary toddhw br br cast list br galahad jones a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br sibyl beach a href https librivox org reader 6281 beth thomas a br pearl a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br butcher a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br edward beach a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br doctor a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br kathie jones a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br horace lothian a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br young man a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br em jones a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13678 |
14543 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 071 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. "Suffrage for women will not usher in a millennium of peace and leisure" was the editorial opinion of the Boston Cooking School Magazine in May, 1914. [Woman's Problems]. Disillusionment with easy answers is the theme of several Vol. 071 readings [On Thinking for Oneself; Limitations of Truth-Telling; On Demagogues]. Rebellion and war, heroics and aftermath, are treated in Alexander at Gordium; Before Grant Won His Stars; Draft Riots in Wisconsin; The Truth About Greece; and Sophie Treadwell Interviews Pancho Villa. Humor provides relief in a lighthearted look at home heating [The Furnace]; bicycling [A Despicable Trick; Healthy But Not Social], grammar [The Woman's Press Club] and The Beauty of Unpunctuality. Exploration then and now is contrasted in Tasman Explores Australia and A California Motor Tour. The arts--literature, drawing, and the cinema--are celebrated in Mary Pickford's Beginnings, Rendering Reflections in Window Glass, and On the Tomb of Keats. Lastly, a biography of British fossil finder Mary Anning (1795-1847) throws light not only on ichthyosaurs, but on the remarkable life of a self-taught woman scientist. - Summary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-071-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers suffrage women usher millennium peace leisure editorial opinion boston cooking school magazine may 1914 woman s problems disillusionment easy answers theme several vol 071 readings on thinking oneself limitations truth telling demagogues rebellion war heroics aftermath treated alexander gordium grant stars draft riots wisconsin truth greece sophie treadwell interviews pancho villa humor provides relief lighthearted look home heating the furnace bicycling a despicable trick healthy social grammar the woman s press club beauty unpunctuality exploration contrasted tasman explores australia california motor tour arts literature drawing cinema are celebrated mary pickford s beginnings rendering reflections window glass tomb keats lastly biography british fossil finder mary anning 1795 1847 throws light ichthyosaurs remarkable life self taught woman scientist summary sue anderson |
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13679 |
14544 |
Christmas and Christmas Lore |
Thomas G. Crippen |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Christianity - Other |
For above forty years I have been a diligent collector of history, tradition, legend, custom, or folklore, whether from familiar or unfamiliar sources, relating to the festival of the Holy Nativity. Moreover, I have gathered copiously from scarce pamphlets of the 17th and 18th centuries, from old chapbooks, newspaper paragraphs, and magazine articles old and new, and from contact with rustics in several counties. The fruits of my gathering are briefly summarized in the following pages, in the hope that they may conduce to that "joy and pious mirth" wherewith we ought, all of us, to commemorate the best and greatest Gift of God to man. - Summary by from the Preface |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-and-christmas-lore-by-thomas-g-crippen/ |
forty years diligent collector history tradition legend custom folklore whether familiar unfamiliar sources relating festival holy nativity moreover gathered copiously scarce pamphlets 17th 18th centuries old chapbooks newspaper paragraphs magazine articles old new contact rustics several counties fruits gathering briefly summarized following pages hope may conduce joy pious mirth wherewith ought us commemorate best greatest gift god man summary preface |
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13680 |
14545 |
night is freezing fast |
A. E. Housman |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The night is freezing fast by A. E. Housman.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for November 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nAlfred Edward Housman, usually known as A. E. Housman, was an English classical scholar and poet, best known to the general public for his cycle of poems A Shropshire Lad. \nHousman was one of the foremost classicists of his age and has been ranked as one of the greatest scholars who ever lived. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-night-is-freezing-fast-by-a-e-housman/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings night freezing fast a e housman br weekly poetry project november 17 2019 br br alfred edward housman usually known a e housman english classical scholar poet best known general public cycle poems shropshire lad housman one foremost classicists age ranked one greatest scholars ever lived summary wikipedia |
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13681 |
14546 |
Don Garcia of Navarre, or the Jealous Prince |
Molière |
Plays |
Nothing can be more unlike The Pretentious Young Ladies or Sganarelle than Molière's Don Garcia of Navarre. The Théâtre du Palais-Royal had opened on the 20th January, 1661, with The Love-Tiff and Sganarelle, but as the young wife of Louis XIV., Maria Theresa, daughter of Philip IV., King of Spain, had only lately arrived, and as a taste for the Spanish drama appeared to spring up anew in France, Molière thought perhaps that a heroic comedy in that style might meet with some success, the more so as a company of Spanish actors had been performing in Paris the plays of Lope de Vega and Calderon, since the 24th of July, 1660. Therefore, he brought out, on the 4th of February, 1661, his new play of Don Garcia of Navarre. Molière wished to create a counterpart of Sganarelle, the type of ridiculous jealousy, and to delineate passionate jealousy, its doubts, fears, perplexities and anxieties, and in this he has succeeded admirably. \n - Summary by Translator Henri Van Laun\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDON GARCIA, Prince of Navarre, in love with Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nDON ALPHONSO, Prince of Leon, thought to be Prince of Castile, under the name of Don Silvio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nDON ALVAREZ, confidant of Don Garcia, in love with Eliza: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDON LOPEZ, another confidant of Don Garcia, in love with Eliza: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nDON PEDRO, gentleman usher to Inez: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nDONNA ELVIRA, Princess of Leon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nDONNA INEZ, a Countess, in love with Don Silvio, beloved by Mauregat, the usurper of the Kingdom of Leon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nELIZA, confidant to Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nStage Directions and Editing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1682 |
https://librivox.org/don-garcia-of-navarre-or-the-jealous-prince-by-moliere/ |
nothing unlike pretentious young ladies sganarelle molière s garcia navarre théâtre du palais royal opened 20th january 1661 love tiff sganarelle young wife louis xiv maria theresa daughter philip iv king spain lately arrived taste spanish drama appeared spring anew france molière thought perhaps heroic comedy style might meet success company spanish actors performing paris plays lope de vega calderon since 24th july 1660 therefore brought out 4th february 1661 new play garcia navarre molière wished create counterpart sganarelle type ridiculous jealousy delineate passionate jealousy doubts fears perplexities anxieties succeeded admirably summary translator henri van laun br br cast list br garcia prince navarre love elvira a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br alphonso prince leon thought prince castile name silvio a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br alvarez confidant garcia love eliza a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br lopez another confidant garcia love eliza a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br pedro gentleman usher inez a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br donna elvira princess leon a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br donna inez countess love silvio beloved mauregat usurper kingdom leon a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br eliza confidant elvira a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br stage directions editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13682 |
14547 |
Loot Of Cities |
Arnold Bennett |
Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Published in 1917, this is a collection of a novella and seven short stories by one of the cleverest authors of the early twentieth century. ‘In Queen's Quorum (1951), a survey of crime fiction, Ellery Queen listed Bennett's The Loot of Cities among the 100 most important works in the genre. This collection of stories recounts the adventures of a millionaire who commits crimes to achieve his idealistic ends. Although it was "one of his least known works," it was nevertheless "of unusual interest, both as an example of Arnold Bennett's early work and as an early example of dilettante detectivism".’ - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-loot-of-cities-by-arnold-bennett/ |
published 1917 collection novella seven short stories one cleverest authors early twentieth century in queen s quorum 1951 survey crime fiction ellery queen listed bennett s loot cities among 100 important works genre collection stories recounts adventures millionaire commits crimes achieve idealistic ends although one least known works nevertheless of unusual interest example arnold bennett s early work early example dilettante detectivism summary david wales |
| 13688 |
13683 |
14548 |
Thanksgiving Dream |
Joseph Crosby Lincoln |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of A Thanksgiving Dream by Joseph Crosby Lincoln.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for November 17, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nA humorous LibriVox look at Thanksgiving. \nLincoln claimed that he was satisfied with "spinning yarns" that made readers feel good about themselves and their neighbors. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/a-thanksgiving-dream-by-joseph-crosby-lincoln/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings thanksgiving dream joseph crosby lincoln br fortnightly poetry project november 17 2019 br br humorous librivox look thanksgiving lincoln claimed satisfied spinning yarns made readers feel good neighbors summary wikipedia |
| 13689 |
13684 |
14550 |
Short Poetry Collection 200 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 65 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for January 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-200-by-various/ |
collection 65 poems read english librivox volunteers january 2020 |
| 13690 |
13685 |
14551 |
Israel's Faith |
Nathan Solomon Joseph |
Other religions |
A series of short readings (lessons, if you will) for Jewish youth and others. This book ought not to be viewed as a kind of catechism, but the author and editor offer helpful perspectives on Jewish belief. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/israels-faith-by-nathan-solomon-joseph/ |
series short readings lessons will jewish youth others book ought viewed kind catechism author editor offer helpful perspectives jewish belief summary kevins |
| 13691 |
13686 |
14552 |
Eight Pillars of Prosperity (Version 2) |
James Allen |
Business & Economics |
“Prosperity, like a house, is a roof over a man’s head, affording him protection and comfort. A roof presupposes a support, and a support necessitates a foundation. The roof of prosperity, then, is supported by the following eight pillars which are cemented in a foundation of moral consistency:<br>\n1. Energy<br>\n2. Economy<br>\n3. Integrity<br>\n4. System<br>\n5. Sympathy<br>\n6. Sincerity<br>\n7. Impartiality<br>\n8. Self-reliance<br>\nA business built up on the faultless practice of all these principles would be so firm and enduring as to be invincible.” - Summary by James Allen<br><br>\n\n |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-eight-pillars-of-prosperity-version-2-by-james-allen/ |
prosperity like house roof man s head affording protection comfort roof presupposes support support necessitates foundation roof prosperity then supported following eight pillars cemented foundation moral consistency br 1 energy br 2 economy br 3 integrity br 4 system br 5 sympathy br 6 sincerity br 7 impartiality br 8 self reliance br business built faultless practice principles would firm enduring invincible summary james allen br br |
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13687 |
14553 |
One Hundred Proofs That the Earth Is Not a Globe |
William Carpenter |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
A bit of pseudo-science that will baffle, confuse, and amaze! Until the Space Age, there was little every-day, self-evident proof that the earth was a globe, and plenty of people believed in a flat Earth. (Even today, some are still of this opinion.) Here are 100 short arguments for a flat Earth. Some of them can be proven wrong fairly easily; others confound; and others are stated so confusingly that they MUST be true! - Summary by TriciaG<br /><br />\n“‘One Hundred Proofs that the Earth is Not a Globe,’ by William Carpenter, is published by the author, whose novel and rather startling position is certainly fortified by a number of argumentative points, which, if they do not shake the reader’s preconceived notions on the subject, will, at least, be found entertaining for the style in which they are put.”—Evening Star, Philadelphia, July 22, 1886.<br /> |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/one-hundred-proofs-that-the-earth-is-not-a-globe-by-william-carpenter/ |
bit pseudo science baffle confuse amaze space age little every day self evident proof earth globe plenty people believed flat earth even today still opinion 100 short arguments flat earth proven wrong fairly easily others confound others stated confusingly must true summary triciag br br one hundred proofs earth globe william carpenter published author whose novel rather startling position certainly fortified number argumentative points which shake reader s preconceived notions subject will least found entertaining style put evening star philadelphia july 22 1886 br |
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13688 |
14554 |
Beasley's Christmas Party |
Booth Tarkington |
Humorous Fiction |
A melodramatic folksy Christmas story, a little like Dickens - with a Tiny Tim, but also with some romance. Tarkington's writings are very much set in his early 1900s American culture. We are meant to sympathize with the crippled child but not even notice the slights to the black servants. Still, Tarkington promotes kindness and uses a milder style of humor than many authors of his day. (Arnold Banner) |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/beasleys-christmas-party-by-booth-tarkington/ |
melodramatic folksy christmas story little like dickens tiny tim also romance tarkington s writings much set early 1900s american culture meant sympathize crippled child even notice slights black servants still tarkington promotes kindness uses milder style humor many authors day arnold banner |
| 13694 |
13689 |
14555 |
World's Best Poetry, Volume 7: Descriptive and Narrative (Part 1) |
Various |
Anthologies, Elegies & Odes |
The seventh of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, contains a variety of odes, elegies, addresses, epitaphs and dedications that praise, mourn and remember some of history's greatest and most memorable statesmen (such as Napoleon Bonaparte, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln) and writers (such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, Charles Dickens and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow). The collection also includes an introductory essay by author and poet Richard Le Gallienne (1866-1947). - Summary by Tomas Peter |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/worlds-best-poetry-7-1-by-various/ |
seventh ten volumes poetry edited canadian poet laureate bliss carman 1861 1929 collection first two parts contains variety odes elegies addresses epitaphs dedications praise mourn remember history s greatest memorable statesmen such napoleon bonaparte george washington abraham lincoln writers such william shakespeare john milton charles dickens henry wadsworth longfellow collection also includes introductory essay author poet richard le gallienne 1866 1947 summary tomas peter |
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13690 |
14556 |
Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80, Part 2 |
Archibald Forbes |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
This Part 2 of "The Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80" discusses the 1878-80 war, which was one of the major conflicts during the Great Game, the 19th century competition for power and influence in Central Asia between the United Kingdom and Russia, and also marked one of the worst setbacks inflicted on British power in the region after the consolidation of British Raj by the East India Company. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins and Phil Griffith |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-afghan-wars-1839-42-and-1878-80-part-2-by-archibald-forbes/ |
part 2 the afghan wars 1839 42 1878 80 discusses 1878 80 war one major conflicts great game 19th century competition power influence central asia united kingdom russia also marked one worst setbacks inflicted british power region consolidation british raj east india company summary lynette caulkins phil griffith |
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13691 |
14557 |
Ship of Stars |
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch |
Family Life |
What is childhood? For Taffy, the only son of a vicar, it includes prayers, games, and a lot of quality time with his loving family. When Taffy's father receives a post in the north of England and the family has to move, everybody has to make the best of the situation. For the first time, Taffy has friends. He is even taken to a vacation. But things are darker than they seem. There are things that Taffy, as a child, does not comprehend. This book is about the gap between adults and children, about a perfectly imperfect childhood, and, most importantly, about unconditional love and optimism. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/the-ship-of-stars-by-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch/ |
childhood taffy son vicar includes prayers games lot quality time loving family taffy s father receives post north england family move everybody make best situation first time taffy friends even taken vacation things darker seem things taffy child comprehend book gap adults children perfectly imperfect childhood and importantly unconditional love optimism summary stav nisser |
| 13697 |
13692 |
14558 |
Tropiquillos |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Literary Fiction |
Es un cuento breve en siete capítulos. Tropiquillos pertenece al mismo libro donde se publicaron La sombra, Celín, Tropiquillos y Theros en ese mismo orden. Como el mismo autor explica al principio de La sombra, junto con Celín y Theros componen un almanaque, y Tropiquillos representa el otoño. Es una obra de ficción, un sueño, un juguete, como así lo denomina el mismo Galdós, que se considera a sí mismo como un intruso en este género literario. Tropiquillos relata la vuelta a la antigua casa familiar de su protagonista al modo de hijo pródigo, cuando ya no queda otra opción... - Sinopsis por Emilio Herrero |
Spanish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/tropiquillos-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
es un cuento breve en siete capítulos tropiquillos pertenece al mismo libro donde se publicaron la sombra celín tropiquillos theros en ese mismo orden como el mismo autor explica al principio de la sombra junto con celín theros componen un almanaque tropiquillos representa el otoño es una obra de ficción un sueño un juguete como así lo denomina el mismo galdós que se considera sí mismo como un intruso en este género literario tropiquillos relata la vuelta la antigua casa familiar de su protagonista al modo de hijo pródigo cuando ya queda otra opción sinopsis por emilio herrero |
| 13698 |
13693 |
14560 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 20, March 16, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction, Short Stories |
Harper's Young People, an illustrated weekly publication for children, includes serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 20th issue of the serial, published on March 16, 1880, contains stories of a young sailor's difficult work in the furnace room, travels with a serious friend in foreign lands, hunting hippopotamuses in Africa, a lesson in nature sketching, the conclusion of Biddy O'Dolan's story, and much more. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-20-march-16-1880-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 20th issue serial published march 16 1880 contains stories young sailor s difficult work furnace room travels serious friend foreign lands hunting hippopotamuses africa lesson nature sketching conclusion biddy o dolan s story much more periodical published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 13699 |
13694 |
14561 |
Suffragette: The History of the Women's Militant Suffrage Movement |
E. Sylvia Pankhurst |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
This history of the Women's Suffrage agitation is written at a time when the question is in the very forefront of British politics. What the immediate future holds for those women who are most actively engaged in fighting for their political freedom no one can foretell, but one thing is certain: complete victory for their cause is not far distant.\nWhen the long struggle for the enfranchisement of women is over, those who read the history of the movement will wonder at the blindness that led the Government of the day to obstinately resist so simple and obvious a measure of justice.\nThe men and women of the coming time will, I am persuaded, be filled with admiration for the patient work of the early pioneers and the heroic determination and persistence in spite of coercion, repression, misrepresentation, and insult of those who fought the later militant fight. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-suffragette-by-e-sylvia-pankhurst/ |
history women s suffrage agitation written time question forefront british politics immediate future holds women actively engaged fighting political freedom one foretell one thing certain complete victory cause far distant long struggle enfranchisement women over read history movement wonder blindness led government day obstinately resist simple obvious measure justice men women coming time will persuaded filled admiration patient work early pioneers heroic determination persistence spite coercion repression misrepresentation insult fought later militant fight summary celine major |
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13696 |
14563 |
Cobwebs from a Library Corner |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Single author |
This is a book of 57 sections divided into 2 parts. The first part is comprised of 26 poems & the second part concludes with 31 assorted stories & otherwise. John Kendrick Bangs had been known as a jokester & prankster; was also known to be the editor of Puck, perhaps the foremost American humor magazine. Take a peak and see how you end up with a grin on your face and in your heart as well. That is honest Bangsian writing. - Summary by AR |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/cobwebs-from-a-library-corner-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
book 57 sections divided 2 parts first part comprised 26 poems second part concludes 31 assorted stories otherwise john kendrick bangs known jokester prankster also known editor puck perhaps foremost american humor magazine take peak see end grin face heart well honest bangsian writing summary ar |
| 13701 |
13697 |
14564 |
George Dandin, ou Le mari confondu |
Molière |
Comedy |
George Dandin soupçonne sa femme de le tromper avec un galant. Mais il a beau s'enrager et essayer de convaincre ses beaux-parents de la trahison, à chaque coup qu'il veut les surprendre en flagrant-délit, les amants s'en tirent de l'affaire. Une farce tragi-comique de la plume de Molière, qui lui-même jouait le rôle du mari cocu dans la première mise-en-scène. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Personnages:<BR>\nGeorge Dandin, riche paysan, mari d'Angélique: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nAngélique, femme de George Dandin, et fille de M. de Sotenville: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nClitandre, amant d'Angélique: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/12501">Rémi</a><br>\nMonsieur de Sotenville, gentilhomme campagnard, père d'Angélique: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13634">Stéphanie</a><br>\nMadame de Sotenville: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12709">Christiane Jehanne</a><br>\nLubin, paysan, servant de Clitandre: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12899">Margot</a><br>\nClaudine, suivante d'Angélique: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12823">Pauline Latournerie</a><br>\nColin, valet de George Dandin: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nNarratrice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
French |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/george-dandin-by-moliere/ |
george dandin soupçonne sa femme de le tromper avec un galant mais il beau s enrager et essayer de convaincre ses beaux parents de la trahison à chaque coup qu il veut les surprendre en flagrant délit les amants s en tirent de l affaire une farce tragi comique de la plume de molière qui lui même jouait le rôle du mari cocu dans la première mise en scène summary sonia br personnages br george dandin riche paysan mari d angélique a href https librivox org reader 13177 frédéric surget a br angélique femme de george dandin et fille de m de sotenville a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br clitandre amant d angélique a href https librivox org reader 12501 rémi a br monsieur de sotenville gentilhomme campagnard père d angélique a href https librivox org reader 13634 stéphanie a br madame de sotenville a href https librivox org reader 12709 christiane jehanne a br lubin paysan servant de clitandre a href https librivox org reader 12899 margot a br claudine suivante d angélique a href https librivox org reader 12823 pauline latournerie a br colin valet de george dandin a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br narratrice a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
| 13702 |
13698 |
14565 |
After the Divorce |
Grazia Deledda |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance |
Giovanna and Costantino Ledda are a happily married couple living with their young child in a Sardinian country village close to their extended family. Costantino is wrongly convicted of murdering his wicked uncle and with no way of supporting herself, Giovanna reluctantly divorces him and is driven to marry Brontu Dejas, a wealthy but brutish drunkard who has always lusted after her. <br>\n\nAs well as enduring a marriage amounting to slavery, Giovanna is derided by villagers for having two husbands. When Constantino is freed after the real murderer confesses to his crime, he and Giovanna are together again, but this time their relationship is outside the law, and sets both on a path of destruction, at the mercy of religious and social forces they cannot control. <br>\n\nThe author, Grazia Deledda, won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1926, for writings which show passion and sympathy for the people of her native Sardinia, and ‘After the Divorce’ (Dopo il Divorzio) is one of her finest works. - Summary by Tom Denholm |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/after-the-divorce-by-grazia-deledda/ |
giovanna costantino ledda happily married couple living young child sardinian country village close extended family costantino wrongly convicted murdering wicked uncle way supporting herself giovanna reluctantly divorces driven marry brontu dejas wealthy brutish drunkard always lusted her br well enduring marriage amounting slavery giovanna derided villagers two husbands constantino freed real murderer confesses crime giovanna together again time relationship outside law sets path destruction mercy religious social forces cannot control br author grazia deledda nobel prize literature 1926 writings show passion sympathy people native sardinia after divorce dopo il divorzio one finest works summary tom denholm |
| 13703 |
13699 |
14567 |
Силуэты русских писателей, Выпуск 1 |
Yuly Aykhenvald |
*Non-fiction |
Бесконечно преданный русской литературе, Юлий Айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений. Oн погиб в Париже возвращаясь ночью от Набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе, и попал под трамвай.\nОчерки «Силуэты русских писателей» рассматривают только творчество, они не касаются биографических событий. Первый выпуск посвящен русским писателям XIX века. Некоторые очерки будут озвучены в одном из следующих выпусков Силуэтов в более поздней редакции.\n\nA connoisseur of the Russian literature, Yuly Eichenwald wrote about writers as unique persons, and not as members of schools and movements. His Silhouettes of Russian Writers are about their oeuvre, not biographies.\n\n(Summary by Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/silhouettes-russian-writers-by-yuly-aykhenvald/ |
бесконечно преданный русской литературе юлий айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений oн погиб в париже возвращаясь ночью от набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе и попал под трамвай очерки силуэты русских писателей рассматривают только творчество они не касаются биографических событий первый выпуск посвящен русским писателям xix века некоторые очерки будут озвучены в одном из следующих выпусков силуэтов в более поздней редакции connoisseur russian literature yuly eichenwald wrote writers unique persons members schools movements silhouettes russian writers oeuvre biographies summary mark chulsky |
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13700 |
14568 |
Guelphs and Ghibellines: A Short History of Mediaeval Italy from 1250-1409 |
Oscar Browning |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
The High Middle Ages in Italy, 1250-1409, were a time of incessant strife between rival city-states, some the Ghibelline allies of the Holy Roman Empire, others joining forces with the Guelph armies of the Papacy. Mercenary captains led hired bands of soldiers of fortune. These captains sometimes became great despots, ruling the very cities that had engaged them. Florence began her ascent. The terrible Visconti dominated Milan, and Genoa established a vast trading empire, only to suffer defeat and decline when her fleet was destroyed by Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/guelphs-and-ghibellines-by-oscar-browning/ |
high middle ages italy 1250 1409 time incessant strife rival city states ghibelline allies holy roman empire others joining forces guelph armies papacy mercenary captains led hired bands soldiers fortune captains sometimes became great despots ruling cities engaged them florence began ascent terrible visconti dominated milan genoa established vast trading empire suffer defeat decline fleet destroyed venice queen adriatic summary pamela nagami m d |
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13701 |
14569 |
Royal Romances of Today |
Kellogg Durland |
*Non-fiction, Biography & Autobiography, History |
"In the year 1907, the Woman’s Home Companion commissioned me to go to Russia to write the story of the early days, courtship and marriage of her whom the world knows to-day as the 'Tsaritsa,' The following year, the same periodical sent me to Italy to write a similar account of the life of Queen Elena; and in 1910 I was once more sent abroad, this time to Spain, to learn all about Queen Victoria Eugenie....'Your task is difficult,'remarked a friend to whom I had just explained that I was writing the lives of the Empress of Russia, the Queen of Spain, and the Queen of Italy. 'Your task is difficult, because these are three good Queens, and good Queens, like all good women, have no history.' Now that I have told the stories of these three good Queens, I wonder if my friend will not grant that they have been worth the telling?" (from the Foreword) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/royal-romances-of-today-by-kellogg-durland/ |
in year 1907 woman s home companion commissioned go russia write story early days courtship marriage world knows to day tsaritsa following year periodical sent italy write similar account life queen elena 1910 sent abroad time spain learn queen victoria eugenie your task difficult remarked friend explained writing lives empress russia queen spain queen italy your task difficult three good queens good queens like good women history told stories three good queens wonder friend grant worth telling from foreword |
| 13706 |
13702 |
14570 |
Evolution of Modern Medicine |
Sir William Osler |
History , Medical |
This is the manuscript of Sir William Osler's lectures on the "Evolution of Modern Medicine," delivered at Yale University in 1913. Here, the father of modern clinical medicine provides a brief introduction to the history of medicine from its origin to modern developments, such as the rise of preventive medicine. Originally written for the general public, the classic text is both engaging and informative, especially for those interested in healthcare professions, or medicine and history in general. - Summary by Cao Yuqing |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/evolution-of-modern-medicine-by-sir-william-osler/ |
manuscript sir william osler s lectures evolution modern medicine delivered yale university 1913 here father modern clinical medicine provides brief introduction history medicine origin modern developments rise preventive medicine originally written general public classic text engaging informative especially interested healthcare professions medicine history general summary cao yuqing |
| 13707 |
13703 |
14572 |
Barraca |
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez |
Family Life, Literary Fiction |
La barraca nos cuenta la historia de Batiste y su familia que llegan a la huerta valenciana a trabajar cultivando unas tierras abandonadas. Eran las tierras del tío Barret, caído en desgracia al no poder pagar el arrendamiento a Don Salvador, dueño de ellas. Toda la huerta se une para que nadie vuelva a ocupar esa parcela.<br><br>Batiste será odiado por todos sus vecinos. Le harán de tal modo la vida imposible que tendrá que abandonar lo que era su esperanza y el sustento de su mujer e hijos.<br><br>“ <b>Y todos, con resignación oriental, sentáronse en el ribazo y allí aguardaron el día con la espalda transida de frío, tostados de frente por el brasero que teñía sus rostros con reflejos de sangre……..”</b><br><br>(Summary by Montse González ) |
Spanish |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/la-barraca-by-vicente-blasco-ibanez/ |
la barraca nos cuenta la historia de batiste su familia que llegan la huerta valenciana trabajar cultivando unas tierras abandonadas eran las tierras del tío barret caído en desgracia al poder pagar el arrendamiento salvador dueño de ellas toda la huerta se une para que nadie vuelva ocupar esa parcela br br batiste será odiado por todos sus vecinos le harán de tal modo la vida imposible que tendrá que abandonar lo que era su esperanza el sustento de su mujer e hijos br br b y todos con resignación oriental sentáronse en el ribazo allí aguardaron el día con la espalda transida de frío tostados de frente por el brasero que teñía sus rostros con reflejos de sangre b br br summary montse gonzález |
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13704 |
14573 |
Tragedy of King Richard II (version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Tragedy |
Billed by scholars as the first part of the all-encompassing <i>Henriad</i>, <i>Richard II</i> is a richly satisfying probe into the inner workings of monarchical rule and its evolution from being seen as divinely held to a more modern conception that incorporates political cunning. Shakespeare positions the titular Richard in the former position, his shortcomings as England's leader made all too clear when he bungles the handling of a judicial duel, and then later seizes money and assets that are not rightfully his in order to fund an Irish war. At the opposite end is the Machiavellian opportunist Henry Bolingbroke, who assembles enough supporters to help him dethrone the king and become the future Henry IV—the protagonist of the next two plays in this historical series. Written entirely in verse and containing some of the Bard's most florid and evocative language, <i>Richard II</i> never fails to transport its audience back to its time, where the furious machinations of government and kingly rule could be as captivating and intense as any battlefield siege.<br><br>And to perform it all? Three men (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a>, <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a>, and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad "Hamlet" Filippone</a>) and one woman (<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>), determined to give you a performance of Shakespeare's work that you will never forget. You thought you knew your Shakespeare? Well, think again! - Summary by Tomas Peter<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9905">Brad “Hamlet” Filippone</a></b>: Narrator; Henry Bolingbroke; Earl of Salisbury; Bushy; Abbot of Westminster; York’s Servant; Exton’s Servant; Gardener’s Servant; Another Lord.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a></b>: Richard II; Richard’s Queen; Duchess of York; Duchess of Gloucester; Lord Berkeley; Lord Ross; Lord Fitzwater; Second Herald.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a></b>: Duke of York; Duke of Aumerle; Thomas Mowbray; Green; Henry Percy; Sir Pierce of Exton; Lord Willoughby; First Herald; Queen’s Attendant; Stable Groom.<br>\n<b><a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a></b>: John of Gaunt; Earl of Northumberland; Bagot; Duke of Surrey; Bishop of Carlisle; Sir Stephen Scroop; Lord Marshal; Gardener; Welsh Captain; Keeper. |
English |
1864 |
https://librivox.org/tragedy-of-king-richard-ii-version-2-by-william-shakespeare/ |
billed scholars first part all encompassing i henriad i i richard ii i richly satisfying probe inner workings monarchical rule evolution seen divinely held modern conception incorporates political cunning shakespeare positions titular richard former position shortcomings england s leader made clear bungles handling judicial duel later seizes money assets rightfully order fund irish war opposite end machiavellian opportunist henry bolingbroke assembles enough supporters help dethrone king become future henry iv the protagonist next two plays historical series written entirely verse containing bard s florid evocative language i richard ii i never fails transport audience back time furious machinations government kingly rule could captivating intense battlefield siege br br and perform all three men a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a one woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a determined give performance shakespeare s work never forget thought knew shakespeare well think again summary tomas peter br b a href https librivox org reader 9905 brad hamlet filippone a b narrator henry bolingbroke earl salisbury bushy abbot westminster york s servant exton s servant gardener s servant another lord br b a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a b richard ii richard s queen duchess york duchess gloucester lord berkeley lord ross lord fitzwater second herald br b a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a b duke york duke aumerle thomas mowbray green henry percy sir pierce exton lord willoughby first herald queen s attendant stable groom br b a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a b john gaunt earl northumberland bagot duke surrey bishop carlisle sir stephen scroop lord marshal gardener welsh captain keeper |
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13705 |
14574 |
Secret City |
Hugh Walpole |
Travel Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs |
Written in the first person, The Secret City is a novel in three parts of a journey through post World War I Russia and the Revolution, during a period of Civil War and economic collapse. Our hero sets sail in 1916 and is swept up into the Revolution.The memories of a more opulent life remain. |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/the-secret-city-by-hugh-walpole/ |
written first person secret city novel three parts journey post world war russia revolution period civil war economic collapse hero sets sail 1916 swept revolution the memories opulent life remain |
| 13710 |
13712 |
14582 |
Trifles |
John Charles McNeill |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Trifles by John Charles McNeill.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 1, 2019. <br> ------<br> \nMany years before the position was established, poet and journalist John Charles McNeill was unofficially called North Carolina's Poet Laureate and while official permission from the legislature to name a poet laureate came in 1935, no one was actually appointed to the position until 1948. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/trifles-by-john-charles-mcneill/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings trifles john charles mcneill br weekly poetry project december 1 2019 br br many years position established poet journalist john charles mcneill unofficially called north carolina s poet laureate official permission legislature name poet laureate came 1935 one actually appointed position 1948 summary wikipedia |
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13706 |
14576 |
Two Poems |
Henry Rutgers Conger |
Single author |
These inspiring tributes to Williams College and its graduates were written by Henry Rutgers Conger while still a Williams student. In each of these poems we experience Conger's deep expressions of camaraderie, his devotion and gratitude to his alma mater, his aspirations for his future and that of his classmates and his profound articulation of lessons learned at Williams designed to serve him and his colleagues well in their lives and careers. Henry Rutgers Conger's own brief life ended a mere twenty-one years after his graduation. This small book of Conger's poetry, commemoratively published by his own graduating class the year following his death, is a superb tribute to the talent and potential of this poet of Williams College, which as a further honor awards the annual Henry Rutgers Conger Memorial Literary Prize to a current Williams student. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/two-poems-by-henry-rutgers-conger/ |
inspiring tributes williams college graduates written henry rutgers conger still williams student poems experience conger s deep expressions camaraderie devotion gratitude alma mater aspirations future classmates profound articulation lessons learned williams designed serve colleagues well lives careers henry rutgers conger s brief life ended mere twenty one years graduation small book conger s poetry commemoratively published graduating class year following death superb tribute talent potential poet williams college honor awards annual henry rutgers conger memorial literary prize current williams student summary bruce kachuk |
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13707 |
14577 |
Cripps the Carrier |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
Esther Cripps, the younger sister of the Carrier, Zacchary Cripps, witnesses the disposal of what appears to be the body of the only daughter, Grace, of Squire Oglander of Oxford. Grace's suitor, Russell Overshute, is not convinced with the Coroner's inquiry, and enlists the Carrier to help him investigate the situation. - Summary by Keith Salis |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/cripps-the-carrier-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
esther cripps younger sister carrier zacchary cripps witnesses disposal appears body daughter grace squire oglander oxford grace s suitor russell overshute convinced coroner s inquiry enlists carrier help investigate situation summary keith salis |
| 13713 |
13708 |
14578 |
Complete Confectioner |
Hannah Glasse |
Reference, Cooking |
The original version of Hannah Glasse’s ‘The Complete Confectioner’ was first produced about 1760 but the publication referenced here is from the year 1800 (some thirty years after her death) with considerable additions and corrections made by Maria Wilson, who played a significant part in editing this version of the book.<br>\n‘The Complete Confectioner’ gives an insight not only into a diverse range of recipes for desserts, sweet confections and sweetmeats popular for the dining table in 18th & 19th century Britain but also numerous instructions for pickling and preserving fruit and vegetables as well. And, as you might expect from Hannah Glasse’s original cookery book, ‘The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy’, you will find that the recipes and instructions presented here have been penned in her own inimitable no-nonsense style. \nSo, please join me and Mrs Glasse as we again fire up the ovens and hopefully inspire you to re-create a number of these long-forgotten classic recipes that were enjoyed in centuries past.\n - Summary by Steve C |
English |
1800 |
https://librivox.org/complete-confectioner-by-hannah-glasse/ |
original version hannah glasse s the complete confectioner first produced 1760 publication referenced year 1800 some thirty years death considerable additions corrections made maria wilson played significant part editing version book br the complete confectioner gives insight diverse range recipes desserts sweet confections sweetmeats popular dining table 18th 19th century britain also numerous instructions pickling preserving fruit vegetables well and might expect hannah glasse s original cookery book the art cookery made plain easy find recipes instructions presented penned inimitable no nonsense style so please join mrs glasse fire ovens hopefully inspire re create number long forgotten classic recipes enjoyed centuries past summary steve c |
| 13714 |
13709 |
14579 |
Mushrooms and Toadstools (Third Edition) |
Worthington George Smith |
Science |
This is a useful, but not comprehensive description of both edible and poisonous fungi found in Great Britain. Although the book is well illustrated, the descriptions are well done and useful. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/mushrooms-and-toadstools-by-worthington-george-smith/ |
useful comprehensive description edible poisonous fungi found great britain although book well illustrated descriptions well done useful summary larry wilson |
| 13715 |
13710 |
14580 |
Godfrey Morgan: a Californian Mystery |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
This Verne adventure is indeed a mystery and also a satire on the Crusoe genre. Our characters are larger than life, as well they should be - Verne expects Americans to perform epics. Young Godfrey goes to sea for adventure before settling down with his bride to be. His incredibly wealthy uncle sets him aboard one of his steamers which founders some days out, leaving Godfrey and his companion, a dance and comportment instructor, near the shore of a uninhabited island. They set up residence, benefiting from livestock, some supplies and tools which apparently also wash ashore. Later, a canoe full of savages land in order to cook up a prisoner. Godfrey helps the latter escape, and the grateful native becomes a "Friday". While the island initially seems free from any predators, it is not long before Friday saves Godfrey from a bear, a tiger and a poisonous snake. But when swarms of lions, tigers, hyenas and crocodiles attack it is more than they can handle. Where do all the beasts come from? What is the cause of the occasional plume of smoke Godfrey notes on the island? Those are some of the mysteries about which the reader will be enlightened. (A. Banner ) |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/godfrey-morgan-by-jules-verne/ |
verne adventure indeed mystery also satire crusoe genre characters larger life well verne expects americans perform epics young godfrey goes sea adventure settling bride be incredibly wealthy uncle sets aboard one steamers founders days out leaving godfrey companion dance comportment instructor near shore uninhabited island set residence benefiting livestock supplies tools apparently also wash ashore later canoe full savages land order cook prisoner godfrey helps latter escape grateful native becomes friday island initially seems free predators long friday saves godfrey bear tiger poisonous snake swarms lions tigers hyenas crocodiles attack handle beasts come from cause occasional plume smoke godfrey notes island mysteries reader enlightened a banner |
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13711 |
14581 |
Siddhartha (Version 2) |
Hermann Hesse |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
A major preoccupation of Hesse in writing Siddhartha was to cure his "sickness with life" (Lebenskrankheit) by immersing himself in Indian philosophy such as that expounded in the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita. The reason the second half of the book took so long to write was that Hesse "had not experienced that transcendental state of unity to which Siddhartha aspires. In an attempt to do so, Hesse lived as a virtual semi-recluse and became totally immersed in the sacred teachings of both Hindu and Buddhist scriptures. His intention was to attain to that 'completeness' which, in the novel, is the Buddha's badge of distinction." The novel is structured on three of the traditional stages of life for Hindu males (student (brahmacharin), householder (grihastha) and recluse/renunciate (vanaprastha)) as well as the Buddha's four noble truths (Part One) and eight-fold path (Part Two) which form twelve chapters, the number in the novel. Ralph Freedman mentions how Hesse commented in a letter "[my] Siddhartha does not, in the end, learn true wisdom from any teacher, but from a river that roars in a funny way and from a kindly old fool who always smiles and is secretly a saint." In a lecture about Siddhartha, Hesse claimed "Buddha's way to salvation has often been criticized and doubted, because it is thought to be wholly grounded in cognition. True, but it's not just intellectual cognition, not just learning and knowing, but spiritual experience that can be earned only through strict discipline in a selfless life". Freedman also points out how Siddhartha described Hesse's interior dialectic: "All of the contrasting poles of his life were sharply etched: the restless departures and the search for stillness at home; the diversity of experience and the harmony of a unifying spirit; the security of religious dogma and the anxiety of freedom." Eberhard Ostermann has shown how Hesse, while mixing the religious genre of the legend with that of the modern novel, seeks to reconcile with the double-edged effects of modernization such as individualization, pluralism or self-disciplining. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/siddhartha-by-hermann-hesse-2/ |
major preoccupation hesse writing siddhartha cure sickness life lebenskrankheit immersing indian philosophy expounded upanishads bhagavad gita reason second half book took long write hesse had experienced transcendental state unity siddhartha aspires attempt so hesse lived virtual semi recluse became totally immersed sacred teachings hindu buddhist scriptures intention attain completeness which novel buddha s badge distinction novel structured three traditional stages life hindu males student brahmacharin householder grihastha recluse renunciate vanaprastha well buddha s four noble truths part one eight fold path part two form twelve chapters number novel ralph freedman mentions hesse commented letter my siddhartha not end learn true wisdom teacher river roars funny way kindly old fool always smiles secretly saint lecture siddhartha hesse claimed buddha s way salvation often criticized doubted thought wholly grounded cognition true intellectual cognition learning knowing spiritual experience earned strict discipline selfless life freedman also points siddhartha described hesse s interior dialectic all contrasting poles life sharply etched restless departures search stillness home diversity experience harmony unifying spirit security religious dogma anxiety freedom eberhard ostermann shown hesse mixing religious genre legend modern novel seeks reconcile double edged effects modernization individualization pluralism self disciplining summary wikipedia |
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13713 |
14583 |
Main Street |
Joyce Kilmer |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Main Street by Joyce Kilmer.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 1, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThough a prolific poet whose works celebrated the common beauty of the natural world as well as his Roman Catholic religious faith, Kilmer was also a journalist, literary critic, lecturer, and editor. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/main-street-by-joyce-kilmer/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings main street joyce kilmer br fortnightly poetry project december 1 2019 br br though prolific poet whose works celebrated common beauty natural world well roman catholic religious faith kilmer also journalist literary critic lecturer editor summary wikipedia |
| 13718 |
13714 |
14585 |
At a Winter's Fire |
Bernard Capes |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
This is a book of stories by Bernard Capes to entertain you if you should find yourself in a cozy chair by the fireplace during the short dark days of winter. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/at-a-winters-fire-by-bernard-capes/ |
book stories bernard capes entertain find cozy chair fireplace short dark days winter summary a gramour |
| 13719 |
13715 |
14586 |
Wind Among the Reeds (Version 2) |
William Butler Yeats |
Single author, Lyric |
The Wind Among the Reeds was first published in 1899 and features short, personal lyrics on subjects such as Irish legends and personal relationships. - Summary by Newgatenovelist |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-wind-among-the-reeds-by-william-butler-yeats-2/ |
wind among reeds first published 1899 features short personal lyrics subjects irish legends personal relationships summary newgatenovelist |
| 13720 |
13716 |
14587 |
Rise and Fall of Prohibition |
Charles Hanson Towne |
*Non-fiction |
Subtitle: "The Human Side of What the Eighteenth Amendment and the Volstead Act Have Done to the United States" From Chapter 1: "The strange phenomenon of Prohibition, after an appearance amongst us of over three years, is still non-understandable to the majority of a great, and so-called free, people. It is one of the most astonishing manifestations the world has ever witnessed. It came upon us like a phantom, swiftly; like a thief in the night, taking us by surprise. Yet the Prohibitionists will tell you that no one should be amazed, since for years—for almost a century—quiet forces have been at work to bring about this very thing." - Summary by Charles Hanson Towne |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-rise-and-fall-of-prohibition-by-charles-hanson-towne/ |
subtitle the human side eighteenth amendment volstead act done united states chapter 1 the strange phenomenon prohibition appearance amongst us three years still non understandable majority great so called free people one astonishing manifestations world ever witnessed came upon us like phantom swiftly like thief night taking us surprise yet prohibitionists tell one amazed since years for almost century quiet forces work bring thing summary charles hanson towne |
| 13721 |
13717 |
14588 |
arbre de Noël: contes et légendes |
Xavier Marmier |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Dans ce livre, Xavier Marmier (1808-1892) a rassemblé 44 contes et légendes, collectionnés du monde entier. Parmi eux on trouve des contes allemands des frères Grimm, des légendes des peuples de l'Amérique du Nord, des histoires régionaux de France, des récits orientaux, et bien plus encore. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/arbre-de-noel-by-xavier-marmier/ |
dans ce livre xavier marmier 1808 1892 rassemblé 44 contes et légendes collectionnés du monde entier parmi eux trouve des contes allemands des frères grimm des légendes des peuples de l amérique du nord des histoires régionaux de france des récits orientaux et bien plus encore summary sonia |
| 13722 |
13718 |
14589 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Two (1880-1889) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Two of this chronological listing (1880-1889) are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that decade. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times “Time Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/ and here. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-two/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part two chronological listing 1880 1889 twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times decade original microfiche articles available new york times time machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser here summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
| 13723 |
13719 |
14590 |
Bible (Reina Valera) 04: Números |
Reina-Valera |
Bibles |
El título "Números" proviene de los dos censos que son característicos de este libro. Sin embargo, el título hebreo "en el desierto" es más descriptivo del libro. Números cuenta cómo el pueblo de Dios viajó desde el Monte Sinaí hasta la frontera de la Tierra Prometida. Pero cuando se negaron a tomar posesión de la Tierra, Dios los hizo vagar por el desierto durante casi cuarenta años. A través del libro, Dios es visto como un Dios Santo que no puede permitir la desobediencia, pero quien al mismo tiempo guarda fielmente su pacto y satisface pacientemente las necesidades de su pueblo. Números termina con una nueva generación preparándose para la conquista de Canaán. La mayoría de los judíos y cristianos reconocen a Moisés como el autor de este libro, y se estima que lo escribió durante el último año de su vida (alrededor de 1405 a. C.)<br /><br />English translation:<br /><br />The title “numbers” comes from the two censuses that are feature of this book. However the Hebrew title “in the Wilderness,” is more descriptive of the book. Numbers tells how God’s people traveled from Mount Sinai to the border of the Promised Land. But when they refused to take possession of the Land, God made them wander in the wilderness for nearly forty years. Throughout the book, God is seen as a Holy God who cannot permit disobedience, but also as the one who faithfully keeps His covenant and patiently provides for the needs of His people. Numbers ends with a new generation preparing for the conquest of Canaan. Most Jews and Christians recognize Moses as the author of Numbers, and it is believed that he wrote it during the final year of his life (about 1405 BC)<br />\n - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1604 |
https://librivox.org/numeros-reina-valera/ |
el título números proviene de los dos censos que son característicos de este libro sin embargo el título hebreo en el desierto es más descriptivo del libro números cuenta cómo el pueblo de dios viajó desde el monte sinaí hasta la frontera de la tierra prometida pero cuando se negaron tomar posesión de la tierra dios los hizo vagar por el desierto durante casi cuarenta años través del libro dios es visto como un dios santo que puede permitir la desobediencia pero quien al mismo tiempo guarda fielmente su pacto satisface pacientemente las necesidades de su pueblo números termina con una nueva generación preparándose para la conquista de canaán la mayoría de los judíos cristianos reconocen moisés como el autor de este libro se estima que lo escribió durante el último año de su vida alrededor de 1405 a c br br english translation br br the title numbers comes two censuses feature book however hebrew title in wilderness descriptive book numbers tells god s people traveled mount sinai border promised land refused take possession land god made wander wilderness nearly forty years throughout book god seen holy god cannot permit disobedience also one faithfully keeps covenant patiently provides needs people numbers ends new generation preparing conquest canaan jews christians recognize moses author numbers believed wrote final year life about 1405 bc br summary claudia r barrett |
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13720 |
14591 |
Vinzi: A Story of the Swiss Alps |
Johanna Spyri |
Children's Fiction |
At 12 years old, Vinzi's only desire is to study his beloved music. But his father wants to make a farmer of him, and is displeased whenever he finds Vinzi yielding to his musical inclination. Mother and sister look on wistfully as circumstances go beyond their control, but throughout, they trust to the protection of their Father in Heaven.\n<br><br>\nThis is another book by Johanna Spyri, author of Heidi. Here too, against the backdrop of the beautiful Swiss alps, she intertwines love, sincerity, and the freshness of youth to present a captivating story for young and old alike. - Summary by Rosebud |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/vinzi-a-story-of-the-swiss-alps-by-johanna-spyri/ |
12 years old vinzi s desire study beloved music father wants make farmer him displeased whenever finds vinzi yielding musical inclination mother sister look wistfully circumstances go beyond control throughout trust protection father heaven br br another book johanna spyri author heidi too backdrop beautiful swiss alps intertwines love sincerity freshness youth present captivating story young old alike summary rosebud |
| 13725 |
13721 |
14593 |
Singinens Geschichten |
Paula Dehmel |
Family, Poetry, Religion |
Lieder, Gedichte, Märchen und Geschichten, welche sich Singine für sich ausgedacht hat. Alles spielt in ihrer direkten Umgebung und so kommen viele Personen immer wieder vor wodurch man immer vertrauter mit Singine und ihrer Umgebung wird. Da sie keine Geschwister hat, liest sie alles dem Jagdhund Dorkas vor. Ihr Onkel rät ihr alles aufzuschreiben, was sie dann auch tut. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/singinens-geschichten-by-paula-dehmel/ |
lieder gedichte märchen und geschichten welche sich singine für sich ausgedacht hat alles spielt ihrer direkten umgebung und kommen viele personen immer wieder vor wodurch man immer vertrauter mit singine und ihrer umgebung wird da sie keine geschwister hat liest sie alles dem jagdhund dorkas vor ihr onkel rät ihr alles aufzuschreiben sie dann auch tut summary lorda |
| 13726 |
13722 |
14594 |
Wheel Within A Wheel |
Frances E. Willard |
Memoirs |
Frances Willard was an influential campaigner and educator for social reforms, temperance and women's education, suffrage and empowerment, as shown in her motto "Do everything". She was a long-serving national president of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU, also known as the "white ribbon" movement) and famous in many countries for her writings and speaking tours. This little book is a wryly humorous account of "How I Learned to Ride the Bicycle", something she achieved at the age of 53 and of which she was very proud! In it, she incorporates a strong encouragement to young girls and women to educate themselves in and pursue whatever role they feel an aptitude for, along with her firm Christian values and amusing anecdotes - Summary by Anne Fletcher |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/a-wheel-within-a-wheel-by-frances-e-willard/ |
frances willard influential campaigner educator social reforms temperance women s education suffrage empowerment shown motto do everything long serving national president woman s christian temperance union wctu also known white ribbon movement famous many countries writings speaking tours little book wryly humorous account how learned ride bicycle something achieved age 53 proud it incorporates strong encouragement young girls women educate pursue whatever role feel aptitude for along firm christian values amusing anecdotes summary anne fletcher |
| 13727 |
13723 |
14595 |
Goops and How to Be Them |
Frank Gelett Burgess |
Poetry |
Let me introduce a Race <br>\nVoid of Beauty and of Grace, <br>\nExtraordinary Creatures <br>\nWith a Paucity of Features. <br>\nThough their Forms are fashioned ill, <br>\nThey have Manners stranger still; <br>\nFor in Rudeness they're Precocious, <br>\nThey're Atrocious, they're Ferocious! <br>\nYet you'll learn, if you are Bright, <br>\nPoliteness from the Impolite. <br>\nWhen you've finished with the Book, <br>\nAt your Conduct take a Look; <br>\nAsk yourself, upon the Spot, <br>\nAre you Goop, or are you Not? <br>\nFor, although it's Fun to See them <br>\nIt is Terrible to Be them! - Summary by Gelett Burgess <br> |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/goops-and-how-to-be-them-by-frank-gelett-burgess/ |
let introduce race br void beauty grace br extraordinary creatures br paucity features br though forms fashioned ill br manners stranger still br rudeness they re precocious br they re atrocious they re ferocious br yet learn bright br politeness impolite br finished book br conduct take look br ask yourself upon spot br goop not br for although fun see br terrible them summary gelett burgess br |
| 13728 |
13724 |
14596 |
Rough Road |
William John Locke |
Historical Fiction |
The book tells the story of "Doggie" Trevor, who, having been wrapped in cotton wool since babyhood, becomes a snobbish rich dilettante. All this changes as World War I begins and Doggie takes a commission in the Army – with near disastrous results. However, he takes stock of his life and later signs on as a simple English Tommy. He fights in France alongside his friends and the book tells of his improving fortunes, his engagement to equally snobbish Peggy, and his adventures amidst the horrors of life in the trenches – and the unexpected consequences, as he travels the rough road to a happy conclusion. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-rough-road-by-william-john-locke/ |
book tells story doggie trevor who wrapped cotton wool since babyhood becomes snobbish rich dilettante changes world war begins doggie takes commission army near disastrous results however takes stock life later signs simple english tommy fights france alongside friends book tells improving fortunes engagement equally snobbish peggy adventures amidst horrors life trenches unexpected consequences travels rough road happy conclusion summary simon evers |
| 13729 |
13725 |
14599 |
Chronicles of America Volume 13 - The Fathers of the Constitution |
Max Farrand |
History |
In this next installment of the Chronicles of America, Farrand takes American history from peace treaty, to trade, to confederation, to further conflicts and developments, to convention, and finally to union. |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/fathers-of-the-constitution-by-max-farrand/ |
next installment chronicles america farrand takes american history peace treaty trade confederation conflicts developments convention finally union |
| 13730 |
13726 |
14600 |
Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor |
Terence |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Plays |
Terence's six plays are comedies written while he was a slave to a Roman senator. In this one, a severe father compels his son Clinia, in love with Antiphila, to go abroad to the wars; and repenting of what has been done, torments himself in mind.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nChremes, an old gentleman, living in the country: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMenedemus, an old gentleman, his neighbor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nClinia, son of Menedemus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nClitipho, son of Chremes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDromo, servant of Clinia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSyrus, servant of Clitipho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nSostrata, wife of Chremes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nAntiphila, a young woman beloved by Clinia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nBacchis, a Courtesan, the mistress of Clitipho: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nThe Nurse of Antiphila: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13444">B L Newman</a><br>\nPhrygia, maid-servant to Bacchis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-by-terence/ |
terence s six plays comedies written slave roman senator one severe father compels son clinia love antiphila go abroad wars repenting done torments mind summary toddhw br br cast list br chremes old gentleman living country a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br menedemus old gentleman neighbor a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br clinia son menedemus a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br clitipho son chremes a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br dromo servant clinia a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br syrus servant clitipho a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br sostrata wife chremes a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br antiphila young woman beloved clinia a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br bacchis courtesan mistress clitipho a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br nurse antiphila a href https librivox org reader 13444 b l newman a br phrygia maid servant bacchis a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13731 |
13770 |
14658 |
Prince Silverwings and Other Fairy Tales |
Edith Ogden Harrison |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Edith Ogden Harrison's first published work, <i>Prince Silverwings</i>, is a collection of seven fairy tales for young readers. It is perhaps best known as the source of an unsuccessful stage collaboration with L. Frank Baum, ultimately providing inspiration for several of Baum's Oz books. (Summary by Steven Fellows) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/prince-silverwings-and-other-fairy-tales-by-edith-ogden-harrison/ |
edith ogden harrison s first published work i prince silverwings i collection seven fairy tales young readers perhaps best known source unsuccessful stage collaboration l frank baum ultimately providing inspiration several baum s oz books summary steven fellows |
| 13732 |
13727 |
14601 |
Sheaf of Roses |
Elizabeth Gordon |
Single author |
The rose, the flower of love, the flower of life, the floral symbol of all life's occasions whose presence both motivates and adorns indelible life memories is the subject of these wonderful poems. From the pen of poet Elizabeth Gordon the rose becomes an integral component of life as she shares tales embodying the poignancy of our existence, the pathos of our being - thorns and prickles not excluded. These wonderful poems are uplifting, inspirational and remarkably filled with facets of a life we all share while being accompanied by the comforting and beautiful presence of this heartening heavenly floral offering, the rose. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/a-sheaf-of-roses-by-elizabeth-gordon/ |
rose flower love flower life floral symbol life s occasions whose presence motivates adorns indelible life memories subject wonderful poems pen poet elizabeth gordon rose becomes integral component life shares tales embodying poignancy existence pathos thorns prickles excluded wonderful poems uplifting inspirational remarkably filled facets life share accompanied comforting beautiful presence heartening heavenly floral offering rose summary bruce kachuk |
| 13733 |
13728 |
14602 |
Man of the Desert |
Grace Livingston Hill |
Westerns, Published 1900 onward, Christian Fiction |
Fleeing from an aggressive suitor, Hazel Radcliffe becomes hopelessly lost in the Arizona desert. Exhausted, she falls unconscious from her pony. Soon she is found by John Brownleigh, a handsome missionary who lives nearby. As he cares for her, a strong and true love grows between them. She was raised in luxury, he was raised to serve God. They part knowing very little about each other except for the love they feel. Back home among her family and friends, Hazel makes an important decision. She will do all she can to change, but can she do so before it's too late? Follow her journey of coming closer to the Lord and finding true love in an unlikely place. - Summary by LikeManyWaters |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-of-the-desert-by-grace-livingston-hill/ |
fleeing aggressive suitor hazel radcliffe becomes hopelessly lost arizona desert exhausted falls unconscious pony soon found john brownleigh handsome missionary lives nearby cares her strong true love grows them raised luxury raised serve god part knowing little except love feel back home among family friends hazel makes important decision change late follow journey coming closer lord finding true love unlikely place summary likemanywaters |
| 13734 |
13729 |
14603 |
Midnight |
Rutherford G. Montgomery |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Animals & Nature |
This is an adventure story about a horse in the wild west. (Summary by Rocky Taylor) |
English |
1940 |
https://librivox.org/midnight-by-rutherford-g-montgomery/ |
adventure story horse wild west summary rocky taylor |
| 13735 |
13730 |
14604 |
Jeffersonians, 1801-1829 |
Richard B. Morris |
Modern (19th C) |
In this short (58 page) work, Morris and Woodress present a selection of fascinating source materials to survey key events which occurred during the presidencies of Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and John Quincy Adams. As the authors state in their preface, "The early part of the last century was an exciting time to live in America. The signers of the Declaration of Independence and the framers of the Constitution, mostly old men by now, saw that their experiment in republican government had turned out to be a success. The nation was flourishing in these years like a healthy adolescent. There were growing pains, to be sure, but no one doubted now that the youngster would reach manhood. The question was: What is he going to be like?" - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/the-jeffersonians-by-richard-b-morris/ |
short 58 page work morris woodress present selection fascinating source materials survey key events occurred presidencies jefferson madison monroe john quincy adams authors state preface the early part last century exciting time live america signers declaration independence framers constitution mostly old men now saw experiment republican government turned success nation flourishing years like healthy adolescent growing pains sure one doubted youngster would reach manhood question was going like summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 13736 |
13731 |
14605 |
Wild and romantic: Early guides to the English lake district |
John Brown |
Travel & Geography |
A collection of some of the most significant literary work on the English Lake District prior to Thomas West’s A guide to the Lakes (1778). The poet Thomas Gray takes the reader from Brough south to Kendal on his return from a tour in Scotland. An agricultural reformer, Arthur Young, also returning from Scotland, begins his journey in the northern parts of Cumberland with dry descriptions of local farming, but on arriving in Keswick, his account turns to the picturesque scenery around Derwent Water, Ullswater and Windermere. ‘Wild and romantic’ is Young’s phrase, yet the agriculturalist in him comes to the fore as he declares the enclosed landscapes around Kendal and Windermere to be the most picturesque of all. Thomas Pennant’s account of his journey through the district is cursory, and he seems not have noticed the lakes or mountains at all. West’s Guide quotes Gray, Young and Pennant, and its second edition included the full text of Gray’s unpublished letters as an addendum. It also included four short pieces. John Brown’s letter to his former pupil William Gilpin (who would become the foremost exponent of the ‘picturesque’) connects the scenery of the Lakes to European landscape painting. Experimental philosopher Adam Walker provides a note on a local curiosity, the underground passages of Dunald Mill Hole. John Dalton and Richard Cumberland were among the first in a long line of Lakeland poets to be inspired to verse.>\n - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1802 |
https://librivox.org/wild-and-romantic-early-guides-to-the-english-lake-district-by-various/ |
collection significant literary work english lake district prior thomas west s guide lakes 1778 poet thomas gray takes reader brough south kendal return tour scotland agricultural reformer arthur young also returning scotland begins journey northern parts cumberland dry descriptions local farming arriving keswick account turns picturesque scenery around derwent water ullswater windermere wild romantic young s phrase yet agriculturalist comes fore declares enclosed landscapes around kendal windermere picturesque all thomas pennant s account journey district cursory seems noticed lakes mountains all west s guide quotes gray young pennant second edition included full text gray s unpublished letters addendum also included four short pieces john brown s letter former pupil william gilpin who would become foremost exponent picturesque connects scenery lakes european landscape painting experimental philosopher adam walker provides note local curiosity underground passages dunald mill hole john dalton richard cumberland among first long line lakeland poets inspired verse summary phil benson |
| 13737 |
13732 |
14606 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 031 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox. <br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/">gibt es hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-031-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a |
| 13738 |
13733 |
14607 |
Christmas Letter |
Helen Leah Reed |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 of A Christmas Letter by Helen Leah Reed.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 8, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nThe trials of writing thank you notes. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-letter-by-helen-leah-reed/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 christmas letter helen leah reed br weekly poetry project december 8 2019 br br trials writing thank notes summary david lawrence |
| 13739 |
13734 |
14608 |
What the ''Boys'' Did Over There |
Henry Fox |
War & Military |
Personal accounts and recollections of soldiers coping with body lice, poisonous gas, rats, and death in the trenches during WWI. - Summary by Jeffery Smith |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/what-the-boys-did-by-henry-fox/ |
personal accounts recollections soldiers coping body lice poisonous gas rats death trenches wwi summary jeffery smith |
| 13740 |
13771 |
14660 |
Diwan |
Zeb-un-Nissa |
Single author |
Zeb-un-Nissa was a poet and Mughal princess. This collection includes 50 of her compositions and a dedicatory poem by the translator and was translated in the 20th century. (Summary by Newgatenovelist) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/the-diwan-by-zeb-un-nissa/ |
zeb un nissa poet mughal princess collection includes 50 compositions dedicatory poem translator translated 20th century summary newgatenovelist |
| 13741 |
13735 |
14609 |
Conscious Lovers |
Richard Steele |
Plays, Satire |
As early as 1720 Steele spoke in the Theatre of "a friend of mine" who was lately preparing a comedy according to the just laws of the stage, and had introduced a scene in which the first character bore unprovoked wrong, denied a duel, and still appeared a man of honour and courage. This was clearly an allusion to the play eventually to be published as The Conscious Lovers.\n - Summary by G. A. Aitken.\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSir John Bevil: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMr. Sealand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nBevil, Junior., in love with Indiana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMyrtle, in love with Lucinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nCimberton, a Coxcomb: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nHumphry, an old Servant to Sir John: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nTom, Servant to Bevil, Junior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nDaniel, a Country Boy, Servant to Indiana: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13604">Arthur Nascimento</a><br>\nMrs. Sealand, second Wife to Sealand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nIsabella, Sister to Sealand: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13497">Kathryn Phipps</a><br>\nIndiana, Sealand's Daughter, by his first Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6924">Rapunzelina</a><br>\nLucinda, Sealand's Daughter, by his second Wife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nPhillis, Maid to Lucinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nServant: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10614">Leanne Yau</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-conscious-lovers-by-richard-steele/ |
early 1720 steele spoke theatre a friend mine lately preparing comedy according laws stage introduced scene first character bore unprovoked wrong denied duel still appeared man honour courage clearly allusion play eventually published conscious lovers summary g a aitken br br cast list br sir john bevil a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br mr sealand a href https librivox org reader 4705 algy pug a br bevil junior love indiana a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br myrtle love lucinda a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br cimberton coxcomb a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br humphry old servant sir john a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br tom servant bevil junior a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br daniel country boy servant indiana a href https librivox org reader 13604 arthur nascimento a br mrs sealand second wife sealand a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br isabella sister sealand a href https librivox org reader 13497 kathryn phipps a br indiana sealand s daughter first wife a href https librivox org reader 6924 rapunzelina a br lucinda sealand s daughter second wife a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br phillis maid lucinda a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br servant a href https librivox org reader 10614 leanne yau a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13736 |
14610 |
Cuentos de terror |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Los auténticos cuentos de terror cuentan con algo más que un misterioso asesino, unos huesos ensangrentados o unos espectros agitando sus cadenas según la vieja regla. Pues debe respirarse en ellos una determinada atmósfera de expectación e inexplicable temor ante lo ignoto y el más allá. Deben estar presentes unas fuerzas desconocidas, la maligna y específica suspensión o la derrota de las leyes desde siempre vigentes de la Naturaleza, que representan nuestra única salvaguardia contra los asaltos del caos y los demonios del espacio insondable. Summary by Phileasfogg |
Spanish |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cuentos-de-terror-by-various/ |
los auténticos cuentos de terror cuentan con algo más que un misterioso asesino unos huesos ensangrentados unos espectros agitando sus cadenas según la vieja regla pues debe respirarse en ellos una determinada atmósfera de expectación e inexplicable temor ante lo ignoto el más allá deben estar presentes unas fuerzas desconocidas la maligna específica suspensión la derrota de las leyes desde siempre vigentes de la naturaleza que representan nuestra única salvaguardia contra los asaltos del caos los demonios del espacio insondable summary phileasfogg |
| 13743 |
13737 |
14611 |
Coffee Break Collection 26 -- It's a Small World |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the 26th Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select and read poems, fiction and non-fiction pieces of fifteen minutes' duration or less. The subject for this collection is "It's a Small World". Readers have interpreted this in their own way, so we have selections such as Asteroids, Small Country Houses of Today and stories for "small people", such as Jack and the Beanstalk. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-26-its-a-small-world-by-various/ |
26th coffee break collection librivox readers select read poems fiction non fiction pieces fifteen minutes duration less subject collection it s small world readers interpreted way selections asteroids small country houses today stories small people jack beanstalk |
| 13744 |
13738 |
14613 |
Gedichte - Neue Sammlung |
Robert Eduard Prutz |
Lyric |
Robert Eduard Prutz, geb. 30. Mai 1816 in Stettin; gest. 21. Juni 1872 in Stettin, war ein politisch engagierter Schriftsteller, Journalist und Dramatiker.\n Die 1843 veröffentlichten „Gedichte – Neue Sammlung“ beleuchten die Epoche des „Vormärz“, die Zeit zwischen der Juli-Revolution 1830 in Frankreich und der Märzrevolution 1848/49 in Deutschland (Paulskirchenverfassung), aus der Sicht eines kritischen, engagierten Künstlers.<br>\nPrutz's Themen sind in erster Linie die Auswirkungen des Wiener Kongresses 1815 (Metternich) (Deutscher Bund) , die deutsche Kleinstaaterei, bürgerliche Freiheit, Pressefreiheit und Schaffung eines liberalen deutschen Staates mit demokratischer Verfassung.<br>\nDie Gedichte sind teils spöttisch, teils kämpferisch-heroisch; thematisieren aber auch die Haltung der Intellektuellen seiner Zeit. - Summary by Seito |
German |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/gedichte-neue-sammlung-by-robert-eduard-prutz/ |
robert eduard prutz geb 30 mai 1816 stettin gest 21 juni 1872 stettin war ein politisch engagierter schriftsteller journalist und dramatiker die 1843 veröffentlichten gedichte neue sammlung beleuchten die epoche des vormärz die zeit zwischen der juli revolution 1830 frankreich und der märzrevolution 1848 49 deutschland paulskirchenverfassung aus der sicht eines kritischen engagierten künstlers br prutz s themen sind erster linie die auswirkungen des wiener kongresses 1815 metternich deutscher bund die deutsche kleinstaaterei bürgerliche freiheit pressefreiheit und schaffung eines liberalen deutschen staates mit demokratischer verfassung br die gedichte sind teils spöttisch teils kämpferisch heroisch thematisieren aber auch die haltung der intellektuellen seiner zeit summary seito |
| 13745 |
13739 |
14614 |
Bible (YLT) NT 02: Mark |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation that holds as closely as was possible to the original languages and idioms. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/mark-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation holds closely possible original languages idioms summary kevins |
| 13746 |
13740 |
14615 |
First Chapter Collection 06 |
Various |
|
The first chapter of a book is often the hook to draw a reader in. It could make you eager for more or realize it isn't for you. Here we offer the sixth First Chapter Collection" in which readers share the first chapters of a variety of fiction and non-fiction works. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/first-chapter-collection-06-by-various/ |
first chapter book often hook draw reader in could make eager realize you offer sixth first chapter collection readers share first chapters variety fiction non fiction works |
| 13747 |
13741 |
14616 |
Ingersoll on SHAKESPEARE, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 1 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Biography & Autobiography |
Col. Ingersoll begins his famous lecture on SHAKESPEARE as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people herein includes: ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN;; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS, WHICH WAY? (science or superstition), and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE.\nEach lecture in Volume 3 (of the 12 volume set of the Dresden Edition) will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series. ( Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-shakespeare-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins famous lecture shakespeare follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people herein includes robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 of 12 volume set dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series michele fry |
| 13748 |
13742 |
14618 |
Jesus Christ Had Negro Blood in His Veins |
W. L. Hunter |
Family & Relationships, History , Christianity - Biographies |
This short work attempts to establish that Jesus had black ancestry dating back to Ham, the son of Noah, who had been made black-skinned as a punishment for having seen his father naked. Furthermore, Canaanites are here also identified as being black, and according to the author, several important Jewish figures and ancestors of Jesus had children by this group of people. - Summary by Jim Locke |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/jesus-christ-had-negro-blood-in-his-veins-by-w-l-hunter/ |
short work attempts establish jesus black ancestry dating back ham son noah made black skinned punishment seen father naked furthermore canaanites also identified black according author several important jewish figures ancestors jesus children group people summary jim locke |
| 13749 |
13743 |
14620 |
Miss Crespigny |
Frances Hodgson Burnett |
Literary Fiction, Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
This is a less known, but not less beautiful, novel by the author of The Secret Garden, A Little Princess, The Lost Prince, Little Lord Fauntleroy, The Shuttle, and many more. There is something different about miss Lysbeth Crespigny. Raised by three maiden aunts and sheltered from the world, she leaves them for the first time in order to explore the world. Yet she is often misunderstood. The world she discovers is more complicated and confusing then she anticipates. She is only 18 when the book starts. However the choices she has to make have consequences which she learns to navigate and become the strong woman she can be. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/miss-crespigny-by-frances-hodgson-burnett/ |
less known less beautiful novel author secret garden little princess lost prince little lord fauntleroy shuttle many more something different miss lysbeth crespigny raised three maiden aunts sheltered world leaves first time order explore world yet often misunderstood world discovers complicated confusing anticipates 18 book starts however choices make consequences learns navigate become strong woman be summary stav nisser |
| 13750 |
13744 |
14621 |
Mildred and Elsie |
Martha Finley |
Family Life, Christian Fiction |
Mildred returns home from visiting her mother's relatives. She continues to grow in wisdom and beauty and receives many proposals of marriage. She is an ever-increasing blessing to her family and community. In-laws are added to the family, and they enjoy a visit from Horace Dinsmore and his daughter Elsie. - Summary by Amy |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/mildred-and-elsie-by-martha-finley/ |
mildred returns home visiting mother s relatives continues grow wisdom beauty receives many proposals marriage ever increasing blessing family community in laws added family enjoy visit horace dinsmore daughter elsie summary amy |
| 13751 |
13745 |
14624 |
Christmastide |
E. Pauline Johnson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Christmastide by E. Pauline Johnson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 15, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nEmily Pauline Johnson (also known in Mohawk as Tekahionwake –pronounced: dageh-eeon-wageh, literally: 'double-life') commonly known as E. Pauline Johnson or just Pauline Johnson, was a Canadian writer and performer popular in the late 19th century. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/christmastide-by-e-pauline-johnson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings christmastide e pauline johnson br weekly poetry project december 15 2019 br br emily pauline johnson also known mohawk tekahionwake pronounced dageh eeon wageh literally double life commonly known e pauline johnson pauline johnson canadian writer performer popular late 19th century summary wikipedia |
| 13752 |
13746 |
14625 |
Christmas |
Susan Coolidge |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of Christmas by Susan Coolidge.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 15, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nSarah Chauncey Woolsey was an American children's author who wrote under the pen name Susan Coolidge. Woolsey worked as a nurse during the American Civil War (1861–1865), after which she started to write. \nShe is best known for her classic children's novel What Katy Did (1872). The fictional Carr family was modeled after her own, with Katy Carr inspired by Woolsey herself. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/christmas-by-susan-coolidge/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings christmas susan coolidge br fortnightly poetry project december 15 2019 br br sarah chauncey woolsey american children s author wrote pen name susan coolidge woolsey worked nurse american civil war 1861 1865 started write best known classic children s novel katy 1872 fictional carr family modeled own katy carr inspired woolsey herself summary wikipedia |
| 13753 |
13747 |
14627 |
Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 01 October 1895 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a monthly literary magazine, publishing original short stories, often about uncanny or fantastical topics. Many writers were largely unknown, but some famous authors also wrote original material for this magazine.<br>\nThis is the very first issue, offering the following 7 stories:<br>\n"In gold time", by Roberta Littlehale: in wild-west days, when two rivals love the same woman, tragedy ensues<br>\n"The unturned trump", by Barnes MacGreggor, pseudonym of H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): to while away the time, a simple card game gets spiced up by a traveller's horrifying story<br>\n"The secret of the white castle", by Julia Magruder (1854-1907): what is the mystery behind the uncanny life-like stare of the portrait hanging on the wall ?<br>\n"Miss Wood,--stenographer", by Granville Sharpe: a young stenographer is called in to witness a deaf-mute's final revelations on his death-bed<br>\n"Her hoodoo", by Harold Kinsabby, pseudonym of H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): a pet-calf, even if brought up with love and care, may still turn wild and dangerous<br>\n"In a tiger trap", by Charles Edward Barns (1862-1937): a breath-taking encounter of a young girl with the king of the jungle<br>\n"The red-hot dollar", by H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): find out why a seemingly ordinary silver dollar sets a newly-married man on a quest to find the original owner<br>\n- Summary by Sonia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/black-cat-01-01-oct1895-by-various/ |
black cat 1895 1922 monthly literary magazine publishing original short stories often uncanny fantastical topics many writers largely unknown famous authors also wrote original material magazine br first issue offering following 7 stories br in gold time roberta littlehale wild west days two rivals love woman tragedy ensues br the unturned trump barnes macgreggor pseudonym h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 away time simple card game gets spiced traveller s horrifying story br the secret white castle julia magruder 1854 1907 mystery behind uncanny life like stare portrait hanging wall br miss wood stenographer granville sharpe young stenographer called witness deaf mute s final revelations death bed br her hoodoo harold kinsabby pseudonym h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 pet calf even brought love care may still turn wild dangerous br in tiger trap charles edward barns 1862 1937 breath taking encounter young girl king jungle br the red hot dollar h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 find seemingly ordinary silver dollar sets newly married man quest find original owner br summary sonia |
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13748 |
14628 |
Poems |
Duncan M. Matheson |
Single author |
Poet Duncan M. Matheson lived in troubled times. These were times of World War I and its accompanying carnage, privation and pervasive adversity. Then to add to this there was the explosion - the December 1917 Halifax explosion - the Canadian maritime disaster that would leave in its wake nearly 2,000 dead and 9,000 injured. Matheson was the principal of Alexander McKay School in Halifax at the time of the explosion and would witness the resultant death of fifty of his school's students. <br>\nBut despite this backdrop of horror, Matheson - the skilled and observant poet, the man who not only was responsible as principal for the edification of young minds, but who, as a poet, assumed the added burden of explicating life's events through his writing - shone as a bastion of hope and courage in a seemingly crumbling world. <br>\nThis man, this principal, this scholar, this gifted poet could in his writing transcend the horror of everyday events and speak of the beauty, splendor and potential of life. Matheson possessed the hope and fervent desire for a brighter future a world away from this current outbreak of destruction, this explosion of death and grief. You will hear his passion for what is, what is not, and what should and can be in these, Duncan M. Matheson's transcendent works of inspirational poetry. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk<br>\n |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/poems-by-duncan-m-matheson/ |
poet duncan m matheson lived troubled times times world war accompanying carnage privation pervasive adversity add explosion december 1917 halifax explosion canadian maritime disaster would leave wake nearly 2 000 dead 9 000 injured matheson principal alexander mckay school halifax time explosion would witness resultant death fifty school s students br despite backdrop horror matheson skilled observant poet man responsible principal edification young minds who poet assumed added burden explicating life s events writing shone bastion hope courage seemingly crumbling world br man principal scholar gifted poet could writing transcend horror everyday events speak beauty splendor potential life matheson possessed hope fervent desire brighter future world away current outbreak destruction explosion death grief hear passion is not these duncan m matheson s transcendent works inspirational poetry summary bruce kachuk br |
| 13755 |
13796 |
14690 |
vie des abeilles |
Maurice Maeterlinck |
Animals, Science |
Vie de ces insectes stupéfiants, et aussi philosophie, voire mysticisme..., l'Esprit de la Ruche ... - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/la-vie-des-abeilles-by-maurice-maeterlinck/ |
vie de ces insectes stupéfiants et aussi philosophie voire mysticisme l esprit de la ruche summary christiane jehanne |
| 13756 |
13749 |
14629 |
Lonely Warrior |
Claude Washburn |
Published 1900 onward |
An idealistic American enlists and fights in The Great War. This novel focuses on his life after returning to the US “hard-boiled” and cynical, a disillusioned and embittered young man who has lost all interest in his family, his job, and his fiancé. Outraged by the fact of war, he takes refuge in apathy. It is the story of many others like himself who become lonely and discouraged and of their struggles to readjust to the changing world around them. <br>\n“It is a great book.” – William Allen White <br>\n“It has moments of rare vividness and power.” – Philadelphia Record <br>\n( Lee Smalley) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-lonely-warrior-by-claude-washburn/ |
idealistic american enlists fights great war novel focuses life returning us hard boiled cynical disillusioned embittered young man lost interest family job fiancé outraged fact war takes refuge apathy story many others like become lonely discouraged struggles readjust changing world around them br it great book william allen white br it moments rare vividness power philadelphia record br lee smalley |
| 13757 |
13750 |
14631 |
Bible (YLT) NT 19: Epistle to the Hebrews |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation that holds as closely as was possible to the original languages and idioms. (Summary by KevinS) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/hebrews-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation holds closely possible original languages idioms summary kevins |
| 13758 |
13751 |
14633 |
Short Stories (Version 2) |
Fyodor Dostoyevsky |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
This is a collection of short stories written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (Dostoevsky), who is arguably better-known for his lengthy, contemplative novels. Several of his trademark philosophical, political and religious themes are interwoven throughout these short stories, for example: "Dream of a Ridiculous Man" critiques European nihilism; "The Crocodile" has notes of Russian political commentary; and "Bobok" is critically acclaimed as top-rate Menippean satire. Dostoevsky also provides a Christmas story ("The Heavenly Christmas Tree") with a biting social commentary. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/short-stories-by-fyodor-dostoyevsky-2/ |
collection short stories written fyodor dostoyevsky dostoevsky arguably better known lengthy contemplative novels several trademark philosophical political religious themes interwoven throughout short stories example dream ridiculous man critiques european nihilism the crocodile notes russian political commentary bobok critically acclaimed top rate menippean satire dostoevsky also provides christmas story the heavenly christmas tree biting social commentary summary jvanstan |
| 13759 |
13752 |
14634 |
Martin Hewitt, Investigator |
Arthur Morrison |
Detective Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Here are seven mystery stories featuring Martin Hewitt, Detective, and narrated (of course) by his (nameless) sidekick. Arthur Morrison certainly has imagination, as shown by the very wide range of situations, motivations, crimes and characters he presents in these stories. Hewitt may be after a Russian spy or a domestic animal; he investigates the burglary of documents vital to national security, but also the destruction of a work of art -- which is counterfeit. (summary by Kirsten Wever) |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/martin-hewitt-investigator-by-arthur-morrison/ |
seven mystery stories featuring martin hewitt detective narrated of course nameless sidekick arthur morrison certainly imagination shown wide range situations motivations crimes characters presents stories hewitt may russian spy domestic animal investigates burglary documents vital national security also destruction work art counterfeit summary kirsten wever |
| 13760 |
13753 |
14635 |
Life and Adventures of Peter Wilkins, Volume 1 |
Robert Paltock |
Fantasy Fiction |
This is a story about a Cornish man who becomes stranded on an island and survives much like Robinson Crusoe did. Although he finds enough to eat, he is still lonely. Eventually he is saved by a woman named Youwarkee who has wings and can fly. They marry, have children, and live happily ever after. But the listener is also treated to stories about the discovery of strange lands, and strange peoples not unlike the adventures found in Gulliver's Travels. In essence it becomes an exploration into the possibilities of a utopian world blended with fantasy and science fiction. - Summary by James K. White |
English |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-and-adventures-of-peter-wilkins-volume-1-by-robert-paltock/ |
story cornish man becomes stranded island survives much like robinson crusoe did although finds enough eat still lonely eventually saved woman named youwarkee wings fly marry children live happily ever after listener also treated stories discovery strange lands strange peoples unlike adventures found gulliver s travels essence becomes exploration possibilities utopian world blended fantasy science fiction summary james k white |
| 13761 |
13754 |
14636 |
Clockwork Man |
E. V. Odle |
Fantasy Fiction |
In the future, people will be fitted with clockwork devices in their heads which, among other things, allows them to travel through time. Well, it seems one of these devices has frizzed-out, and a Clockwork man appears in the middle of a cricket match in 1923. The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle is believed to be the first instance of a human-machine cyborg appearing in literature. - Summary by Mark Nelson |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/the-clockwork-man-by-e-v-odle/ |
future people fitted clockwork devices heads which among things allows travel time well seems one devices frizzed out clockwork man appears middle cricket match 1923 clockwork man e v odle believed first instance human machine cyborg appearing literature summary mark nelson |
| 13762 |
13755 |
14637 |
Bible (YLT) NT 09: Epistle to the Galatians |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation that holds as closely as was possible to the original languages and idioms. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/bible-ylt-nt-09-galatians-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation holds closely possible original languages idioms summary kevins |
| 13763 |
13756 |
14638 |
Rainbow Cat |
Rose Fyleman |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
THERE was once a cat which was not in the least like any cat you have ever seen, or I either, for the matter of that. It was a fairy cat, you see, and so you would rather expect it to be different, wouldn’t you? It had a violet nose, indigo eyes, pale blue ears, green front legs, a yellow body, orange back legs and a red tail. In fact, it was coloured with all the colours of the rainbow, and on that account it was known as the Rainbow Cat.\n\nIt lived, of course, in Fairyland, and it had all sorts of strange adventures. I am going to tell you some of them, and I think you will agree with me that it really had a very thrilling time, one way or another. - Summary by author |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-rainbow-cat-by-rose-fyleman/ |
cat least like cat ever seen either matter that fairy cat see would rather expect different wouldn t you violet nose indigo eyes pale blue ears green front legs yellow body orange back legs red tail fact coloured colours rainbow account known rainbow cat lived course fairyland sorts strange adventures going tell them think agree really thrilling time one way another summary author |
| 13764 |
13757 |
14639 |
Doctor Dolittle's Post Office |
Hugh Lofting |
Action & Adventure |
Doctor Dolittle's Post Office is the exciting third in the series of Hugh Lofting's Doctor Dolittle books. As usual, the Doctor has many adventures while helping his animal friends and the people he meets. At the start book, Doctor Dolittle gets help from the sea birds to help to capture a notorious slave trader and free his captives, then organizes the postal service of a small African kingdom, Fantippo, ruled over by King Koko. He does this of course with the help of all his animal friends especially the birds. He discovers a hidden island populated by peace loving creatures, gets thrown into another African jail, invents animal alphabets, and defeats at least two armies. Each of the animals in the Dolittle family also tells a quaint and personal story. The postal program grows into a worldwide postal and publishing service for the benefit of animals everywhere. ..Whew! what an adventure! . |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/doctor-dolittles-post-office-by-hugh-lofting/ |
doctor dolittle s post office exciting third series hugh lofting s doctor dolittle books usual doctor many adventures helping animal friends people meets start book doctor dolittle gets help sea birds help capture notorious slave trader free captives organizes postal service small african kingdom fantippo ruled king koko course help animal friends especially birds discovers hidden island populated peace loving creatures gets thrown another african jail invents animal alphabets defeats least two armies animals dolittle family also tells quaint personal story postal program grows worldwide postal publishing service benefit animals everywhere whew adventure |
| 13765 |
13758 |
14640 |
Billy Budd |
Herman Melville |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Literary Fiction, Nautical & Marine Fiction |
Young naive sailor Billy Budd is impressed into military service with the British navy in the 1790s, framed for conspiracy to mutiny, summarily convicted in a drum-head court martial, and hanged. Billy Budd is the final published work by Herman Melville, discovered in his personal papers three decades after his death. (Summary by ScientificMethodist) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/billy-budd-by-herman-melville/ |
young naive sailor billy budd impressed military service british navy 1790s framed conspiracy mutiny summarily convicted drum head court martial hanged billy budd final published work herman melville discovered personal papers three decades death summary scientificmethodist |
| 13766 |
13759 |
14643 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Three (1890-1899) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Three of this chronological listing (1890-1899) are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that decade. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times “Times Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-three/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part three chronological listing 1890 1899 twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times decade original microfiche articles available new york times times machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
| 13767 |
13760 |
14644 |
Theros |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Travel Fiction, General Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Otra de las escasas incursiones de Galdós en el género de la ficción. Theros representa el verano dentro del almanaque que compuso el autor junto con Celín (noviembre) y Tropiquillos (verano). Está ambientada en un viaje, desde Cádiz hasta Cantabria. Nuestro protagonista viaja en tren y tiene un encuentro muy particular... - Summary by Emilio Herrero |
Spanish |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/theros-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
otra de las escasas incursiones de galdós en el género de la ficción theros representa el verano dentro del almanaque que compuso el autor junto con celín noviembre tropiquillos verano está ambientada en un viaje desde cádiz hasta cantabria nuestro protagonista viaja en tren tiene un encuentro muy particular summary emilio herrero |
| 13768 |
13761 |
14645 |
Achilleid |
Publius Papinius Statius |
Epics |
The Achilleid is the third and unfinished work by the Roman poet Publius Papinius Statius. In its introduction, it promises to present the life of the hero Achilles from his youth as a pupil under the centaur Chiron to his death at Troy. The author died however before writing most of the poem, leaving only one and a half books completed. The part that remains though holds interest for being unusual, bringing an account of the hero's early life and an episode in which his mother, Thetis, disguised him as a girl on the island of Scyros before he joined the Greek expedition against Troy. (Summary by Leni) |
English |
1928 |
https://librivox.org/achilleid-by-publius-papinius-statius/ |
achilleid third unfinished work roman poet publius papinius statius introduction promises present life hero achilles youth pupil centaur chiron death troy author died however writing poem leaving one half books completed part remains though holds interest unusual bringing account hero s early life episode mother thetis disguised girl island scyros joined greek expedition troy summary leni |
| 13769 |
13762 |
14646 |
Quirt |
B. M. Bower |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns |
Britt Hunter is a small fish in a big pond. His little ranch, the Quirt, has a few hundred head of cattle; the neighboring ranch, the Sawtooth, has tens of thousands. Britt and the other small timers manage to scrape by, but only at the sufferance of the Sawtooth. And the Sawtooth is always interested in expanding. When Britt’s city-bred daughter comes for a visit and witnesses a murder, she inadvertently puts the Quirt and the Sawtooth on a collision course. ( Tom Penn) |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-quirt-by-b-m-bower/ |
britt hunter small fish big pond little ranch quirt hundred head cattle neighboring ranch sawtooth tens thousands britt small timers manage scrape by sufferance sawtooth sawtooth always interested expanding britt s city bred daughter comes visit witnesses murder inadvertently puts quirt sawtooth collision course tom penn |
| 13770 |
13763 |
14647 |
Bible (YLT) NT 26: Epistle of Jude |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation that holds as closely as was possible to the original languages and idioms. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/jude-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation holds closely possible original languages idioms summary kevins |
| 13771 |
13764 |
14649 |
Machine that Saved the World (Version 2) |
Murray Leinster |
Science Fiction |
They were broadcasts from nowhere--sinister emanations flooding in from\nspace--smashing any receiver that picked them up. What defense could\nEarth devise against science such as this? - Summary by Book |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/the-machine-that-saved-the-world-by-murray-leinster-2/ |
broadcasts nowhere sinister emanations flooding space smashing receiver picked up defense could earth devise science this summary book |
| 13772 |
13765 |
14651 |
Old Paths |
J. C. Ryle |
Christianity - Commentary |
This book is subtitled “Being Plain Statements on Some of the Weightier Matters of Christianity". The main title comes from the writings the old testament prophet Jeremiah, who refers to the old paths where the good way is, which if people walk in it they will find rest for their souls (Jer 6 v6). Bishop Ryle wrote this book at a time when many in the church were forsaking the old paths of evangelical Christianity in favour of liberal ideas. In Ryle’s day the old doctrines held by the apostolic Christians and reformers had started to be sneered at in certain quarters as being old-fashioned and worn out, and that something more modern was needed. <br><br>Ryle held that the “old paths” were the best ones, and wrote “The longer I live the more I am convinced that the world needs no new Gospel, as some profess to think. I am thoroughly persuaded that the world needs nothing but bold, full, unflinching teaching of the 'old paths'.” (Summary by Christopher Smith) |
English |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/old-paths-by-j-c-ryle/ |
book subtitled being plain statements weightier matters christianity main title comes writings old testament prophet jeremiah refers old paths good way is people walk find rest souls jer 6 v6 bishop ryle wrote book time many church forsaking old paths evangelical christianity favour liberal ideas ryle s day old doctrines held apostolic christians reformers started sneered certain quarters old fashioned worn out something modern needed br br ryle held old paths best ones wrote the longer live convinced world needs new gospel profess think thoroughly persuaded world needs nothing bold full unflinching teaching old paths summary christopher smith |
| 13773 |
13766 |
14652 |
Christmas Carol |
Charles Kingsley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of A Christmas Carol by Charles Kingsley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 22, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nCharles Kingsley was a broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian and novelist. He is particularly associated with Christian socialism, the working men's college, and forming labour cooperatives that failed but led to the working reforms of the progressive era. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1858 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-carol-by-charles-kingsley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings christmas carol charles kingsley br weekly poetry project december 22 2019 br br charles kingsley broad church priest church england university professor social reformer historian novelist particularly associated christian socialism working men s college forming labour cooperatives failed led working reforms progressive era summary wikipedia |
| 13774 |
13767 |
14653 |
Affair at the Semiramis Hotel |
A. E. W. Mason |
Detective Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Inspector Hanaud is a member of the French Sûreté. He is said to have been the model for Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot, as well as the opposite of Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. The Affair At The Semiramis Hotel (1917), a novella, is the second Hanaud mystery. Did the robbery/murder really happen or was it the mescal-induced hallucination of the witness? The first novel is At The Villa Rose (1910). The third is The House Of The Arrow (1924) (there are seven through 1949, available at project gutenberg Australia). In 1910, Mason undertook to create a fictional detective as different as possible from Sherlock Holmes, who had recently been resuscitated after his supposed death by Arthur Conan Doyle in 1903. Inspector Gabriel Hanaud was stout, not gaunt like Holmes; a professional policeman, not a gentleman amateur; from the French Sûreté, not Victorian England; and relying on psychological insights rather than physical evidence. His "Watson" is a retired London banker named Mr. Julius Ricardo. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/affair-at-the-semiramis-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
inspector hanaud member french sûreté said model agatha christie s hercule poirot well opposite conan doyle s sherlock holmes affair semiramis hotel 1917 novella second hanaud mystery robbery murder really happen mescal induced hallucination witness first novel villa rose 1910 third house arrow 1924 there seven 1949 available project gutenberg australia 1910 mason undertook create fictional detective different possible sherlock holmes recently resuscitated supposed death arthur conan doyle 1903 inspector gabriel hanaud stout gaunt like holmes professional policeman gentleman amateur french sûreté victorian england relying psychological insights rather physical evidence watson retired london banker named mr julius ricardo summary david wales |
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13768 |
14655 |
Report of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (Kerner Commission Report) |
National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (20th C) |
The summer of 1967 again brought racial disorders to American cities, and with them shock, fear and bewilderment to the nation. The worst came during a two-week period in July, first in Newark and then in Detroit. Each set off a chain reaction in neighboring communities. On July 28, 1967, the President of the United States [Lyndon B. Johnson] established this Commission and directed us to answer three basic questions:<br />\nWhat happened?<br />\nWhy did it happen?<br />\nWhat can be done to prevent it from happening again?<br /><br />\nThis is our basic conclusion: Our nation is moving toward two societies, one black, one white--separate and unequal. This deepening racial division is not inevitable. The movement apart can be reversed. Choice is still possible. Our principal task is to define that choice and to press for a national resolution. - Summary from the Introduction |
English |
1968 |
https://librivox.org/report-of-the-national-advisory-commission-on-civil-disorders-kerner-commission-report/ |
summer 1967 brought racial disorders american cities shock fear bewilderment nation worst came two week period july first newark detroit set chain reaction neighboring communities july 28 1967 president united states lyndon b johnson established commission directed us answer three basic questions br happened br happen br done prevent happening again br br basic conclusion nation moving toward two societies one black one white separate unequal deepening racial division inevitable movement apart reversed choice still possible principal task define choice press national resolution summary introduction |
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13769 |
14656 |
Stories by English Authors: London |
F. Anstey |
General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
This book collects seven short stories by some of England's best turn-of-the-(last)-century's writers. The collection begins with the humor of J. M. Barrie, of Peter Pan fame. A later and equally humorous story is by Israel Zangwill, also widely known for his exposures of social and economic problems. The immensely popular Marie Corelli’s contribution is the last, and among the most moving. (NB: Though a less prominent writer than some represented here, Corelli was so popular that her literary sales exceeded those of Arthur Conan Doyle, H. G. Wells and Rudyard Kipling – combined.) </br>\nIn short, these writers offer great variety as to style, tone and topic, ranging from breezy tales to poignant proofs of the kindness and grace that can underlie the deepest tragedies. But while diverse, these writers have in common that they clearly know and clearly express genuine emotional truth. They hold our attention by conveying their stories honestly. They have no need for the tricks and devices of melodrama, shallow emotionalism, or shocking plot twists. </br>\nThis accomplishment – this evidence of high literary quality – is all the more impressive in historical and social context. They lived in a time of widespread suffering. Yet even as most of these writers begin by drawing our attention to terrible and extensive suffering (and go on by holding it there), they end by keeping our attention in writing clearly and convincingly about important things they really know - leaving us moved, convinced, and a little richer for the experience.</br>\n - Summary by Kirsten Wever |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/stories-by-english-authors-london |
book collects seven short stories england s best turn of the last century s writers collection begins humor j m barrie peter pan fame later equally humorous story israel zangwill also widely known exposures social economic problems immensely popular marie corelli s contribution last among moving nb though less prominent writer represented here corelli popular literary sales exceeded arthur conan doyle h g wells rudyard kipling combined br short writers offer great variety style tone topic ranging breezy tales poignant proofs kindness grace underlie deepest tragedies diverse writers common clearly know clearly express genuine emotional truth hold attention conveying stories honestly need tricks devices melodrama shallow emotionalism shocking plot twists br accomplishment evidence high literary quality impressive historical social context lived time widespread suffering yet even writers begin drawing attention terrible extensive suffering and go holding there end keeping attention writing clearly convincingly important things really know leaving us moved convinced little richer experience br summary kirsten wever |
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14661 |
Squire |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Plays |
"Then take a word of advice—cut yourself adrift from Squire Kate's apron strings. (Gilbert turns away) When my father, John Verity, died, and left his girl alone in the world, you helped me out of debt and difficulty; but all the skill on earth can never squeeze more than bread and butter out of this dear broken-down old place. (she rises) So go away where there's a world for you, a world to work in and a world to live in. (she holds out her hand to him) Thank you for the past." \n - Summary by The Author\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nThe Rev. Paul Dormer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nLieutenant Eric Thorndyke: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nGilbert Hythe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nGunnion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nIzod Haggerston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nFell: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nRobjohns, Junior: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nThe Representative of the "Pagley Mercury ": <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13177">Frédéric Surget</a><br>\nKate Verity: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nChristiana Haggerston: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11772">Linda Olsen Fitak</a><br>\nFelicity Gunnion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nDame: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nChild: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13795">Roland Fellows</a><br>\nLoud Voice, Act 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a><br>\nMan's Voice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nWoman's Voice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nVoice, Act 3: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEdited by: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/the-squire-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
then take word advice cut adrift squire kate s apron strings gilbert turns away father john verity died left girl alone world helped debt difficulty skill earth never squeeze bread butter dear broken down old place she rises go away there s world you world work world live in she holds hand him thank past summary author br br cast list br rev paul dormer a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lieutenant eric thorndyke a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br gilbert hythe a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br gunnion a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br izod haggerston a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br fell a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br robjohns junior a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br representative pagley mercury a href https librivox org reader 13177 frédéric surget a br kate verity a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br christiana haggerston a href https librivox org reader 11772 linda olsen fitak a br felicity gunnion a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br dame a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br child a href https librivox org reader 13795 roland fellows a br loud voice act 3 a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a br man s voice a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br woman s voice a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br voice act 3 a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br edited by a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14662 |
Rocket |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Comedy |
Gentlemen out away from London, looking for wives. "I'm going to settle down, hearthrug and slippers and all that sort of thing." "So a lot of us have made up our minds to marry and retire from public life, and as I couldn't find any suitable partie in London - ." Add lost relatives, over protective fathers, a rich widow or two, and you have all the ingredients for a first rate farce.\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLord Leadenhall: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nThe Chevalier Walkinshaw: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8164">Rob Marland</a><br>\nJohn Mable: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nJoslyn Hammersmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nClement (Waiter at the Belle Vue): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBingle (Lady Hammersmith's servant): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nChatwood (Waiter at the Lord Gordon): <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nLady Hammersmith: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11790">TJ Burns</a><br>\nRosaline Fabriquette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nFlorence: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nGeorgette: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1883 |
https://librivox.org/the-rocket-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
gentlemen away london looking wives i m going settle down hearthrug slippers sort thing so lot us made minds marry retire public life find suitable partie london add lost relatives protective fathers rich widow two ingredients first rate farce summary toddhw br br cast list br lord leadenhall a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br chevalier walkinshaw a href https librivox org reader 8164 rob marland a br john mable a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br joslyn hammersmith a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br clement waiter belle vue a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br bingle lady hammersmith s servant a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br chatwood waiter lord gordon a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br lady hammersmith a href https librivox org reader 11790 tj burns a br rosaline fabriquette a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br florence a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br georgette a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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13774 |
14664 |
Tales of a Vanishing River |
Earl Reed |
Historical Fiction |
The background of this collection of sketches and stories is the country through which flowed one of the most interesting of our western rivers before its destruction as a natural waterway. <br>\n\nThis book is not a history. It is intended as an interpretation of the life along the river that the author has come in contact with during many years of familiarity with the region. Names of places and characters have been changed for the reason that, while effort has been made to adhere to artistic truth, literary liberties have been taken with facts when they have not seemed essential to the story. - Summary by Earl H. Reed |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/tales-of-a-vanishing-river-by-earl-reed/ |
background collection sketches stories country flowed one interesting western rivers destruction natural waterway br book history intended interpretation life along river author come contact many years familiarity region names places characters changed reason that effort made adhere artistic truth literary liberties taken facts seemed essential story summary earl h reed |
| 13780 |
13775 |
14665 |
Report of the Presidential Task Force on Market Mechanisms (The Brady Report) |
Presidential Task Force on Market Mechanisms |
Business & Economics |
From the close of trading on Tuesday, October 13, 1987, to the close of trading on October 19, 1987, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ("Dow") fell 769 points or 31 percent. On October 19, 1987, alone, the Dow fell by 508 points or 22.6 percent. Since the early 1920's, only the drop of 12.8 percent in the Dow on October 28, 1929 and the fall of 11.7 percent the following day, which together constituted the Crash of 1929, approached the October 19 decline in magnitude. The events of October demonstrated an unusual frailty in the markets. Only 3 percent of the total shares of publicly traded stock in the U.S. changed hands during this period, but it resulted in the loss in stock value of $1 trillion ($2.239 trillion 2019 equivalent).<br /><br />That such a relatively small transaction volume could produce such a large loss in value over such a short time span led to the rapid appointment of the Presidential Commission on Market Mechanisms by Ronald Reagan. The report of the task force, chaired by Treasury Secretary Nicholas Brady and completed in a few months, focused on the individual marketplaces and the interrelationship of existing market mechanisms, including the instruments traded, the strategies employed, regulatory structures, and electronic market information systems. The resulting publication came to be known as “The Brady Report” and it led to significant public policy regulating securities and other financial instruments during a period of broad technological change in society. (This summary was extracted from the Executive Summary, lightly edited for clarity.) |
English |
1988 |
https://librivox.org/the-brady-report-by-presidential-task-force-on-market-mechanisms/ |
close trading tuesday october 13 1987 close trading october 19 1987 dow jones industrial average dow fell 769 points 31 percent october 19 1987 alone dow fell 508 points 22 6 percent since early 1920 s drop 12 8 percent dow october 28 1929 fall 11 7 percent following day together constituted crash 1929 approached october 19 decline magnitude events october demonstrated unusual frailty markets 3 percent total shares publicly traded stock u s changed hands period resulted loss stock value 1 trillion 2 239 trillion 2019 equivalent br br that relatively small transaction volume could produce large loss value short time span led rapid appointment presidential commission market mechanisms ronald reagan report task force chaired treasury secretary nicholas brady completed months focused individual marketplaces interrelationship existing market mechanisms including instruments traded strategies employed regulatory structures electronic market information systems resulting publication came known the brady report led significant public policy regulating securities financial instruments period broad technological change society this summary extracted executive summary lightly edited clarity |
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13776 |
14666 |
Brother Francis |
Eileen Douglas |
Christianity - Biographies |
<b>Or, Less than the Least</b></p>\nThe following pages have been written by my request with a view to making the Soldiers of The Salvation Army somewhat familiar with the life-story of one of the most remarkable men this world has ever seen. While many and varied will be the opinions respecting the methods employed by Francis of Assisi, and while some will doubtless strongly dissent from these methods, yet I think no serious follower of Jesus Christ can do otherwise than admire the sincerity, devotion and sacrifice of the man; and further, there can be, I think, no two opinions as to his having taught and manifested to the world what it means to be possessed entirely by the Savior's spirit. - Summary by General William Booth ̶ Founder of The Salvation Army</p> |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/brother-francis-by-eileen-douglas/ |
b or less least b p following pages written request view making soldiers salvation army somewhat familiar life story one remarkable men world ever seen many varied opinions respecting methods employed francis assisi doubtless strongly dissent methods yet think serious follower jesus christ otherwise admire sincerity devotion sacrifice man further be think two opinions taught manifested world means possessed entirely savior s spirit summary general william booth founder salvation army p |
| 13782 |
13797 |
14692 |
Life of Washington, Volume 2 |
John James Marshall |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, History |
Volume 2 of The Life begins with some early biography, but moves quickly to Washington's military career as a colonel in the battles against the French in Canada until the cessation of his tenure, after which he marries and appears to settle down. But, of course he is called to lead the troops fighting in the revolution against England about which leadership the remaining of Volume 2 is dedicated to the point of the American rejection of England's Plan for Reconciliation. |
English |
1926 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-washington-volume-2-by-john-james-marshall/ |
volume 2 life begins early biography moves quickly washington s military career colonel battles french canada cessation tenure marries appears settle down but course called lead troops fighting revolution england leadership remaining volume 2 dedicated point american rejection england s plan reconciliation |
| 13783 |
13777 |
14667 |
Love |
Elizabeth Barrett Browning |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Love by Elizabeth Barrett Browning.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for December 30, 2019. <br> ------<br>\nElizabeth Barrett Browning was an English poet of the Victorian era, popular in Britain and the United States during her lifetime. Elizabeth's volume Poems (1844) brought her great success, attracting the admiration of the writer Robert Browning. Their correspondence, courtship and marriage were carried out in secret, for fear of her father's disapproval. ( Wikipedia ) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/love-by-elizabeth-barrett-browning/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings love elizabeth barrett browning br weekly poetry project december 30 2019 br br elizabeth barrett browning english poet victorian era popular britain united states lifetime elizabeth s volume poems 1844 brought great success attracting admiration writer robert browning correspondence courtship marriage carried secret fear father s disapproval wikipedia |
| 13784 |
13778 |
14669 |
Short Poetry Collection 204 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 54 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for May 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-204/ |
collection 54 poems read english librivox volunteers may 2020 |
| 13785 |
13779 |
14670 |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, Volume 5 (American Saints) |
John Gilmary Shea |
Christianity - Biographies |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints : with reflections for every day in the year : compiled from "Butler's Lives" and other approved sources : to which are added lives of the American saints : placed on the calendar for the United States by special petition of the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore - Summary by From the book itself |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/little-pictorial-lives-of-the-saints-volume-5-american-saints-by-john-gilmary-shea/ |
little pictorial lives saints reflections every day year compiled butler s lives approved sources added lives american saints placed calendar united states special petition third plenary council baltimore summary book |
| 13786 |
13780 |
14671 |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints, Volume 2 (April-June) |
John Gilmary Shea |
Christianity - Biographies |
Little Pictorial Lives of the Saints : with reflections for every day in the year : compiled from "Butler's Lives" and other approved sources : to which are added lives of the American saints : placed on the calendar for the United States by special petition of the Third Plenary Council of Baltimore - Summary from the book itself |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/little-pictorial-lives-of-the-saints-volume-2-april-june-by-john-gilmary-shea/ |
little pictorial lives saints reflections every day year compiled butler s lives approved sources added lives american saints placed calendar united states special petition third plenary council baltimore summary book |
| 13787 |
13781 |
14672 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 072 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works, individually chosen by the readers. "The ground rose and fell in successive furrows, like the ruffled waters of a lake, and I became bewildered in my ideas..." John James Audubon's vivid recollection of the 1812 New Madrid earthquake is one of several Vol. 072 selections with a scientific focus. Others include Luminous Plants; The Sunbeam and the Spectrascope; and biographies of two shipbuilders: Robert Fulton and Thomas Andrews. The emotive and rational sides of human nature are evinced in essays (The Game of Scandal; Bashful; Child Psychology and Nonsense); treatises (Theory and Practice in Government Reform; Plagiarizing Aristotle); and the records of two very different murder trials: John Kimber (1792); and James Sullivan (1851). Travel to foreign lands; their history and arts are well represented: Rambles About Rome (1907); The Mosaics of Ravenna, Italy; Travellers Before the Christian Era; Northern Europe to the Beginning of the Fourteenth Century. Literary and artistic concerns round out Vol. 072, with newspaper accounts of Oscar Wilde's visits to the U.S.; William Faulkner reminiscing about his youthful discovery of literature; and artist and teacher Arthur Guptill explaining how to render pencil sketches from photographs. Summary by Sue Anderson\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-072-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works individually chosen readers the ground rose fell successive furrows like ruffled waters lake became bewildered ideas john james audubon s vivid recollection 1812 new madrid earthquake one several vol 072 selections scientific focus others include luminous plants sunbeam spectrascope biographies two shipbuilders robert fulton thomas andrews emotive rational sides human nature evinced essays the game scandal bashful child psychology nonsense treatises theory practice government reform plagiarizing aristotle records two different murder trials john kimber 1792 james sullivan 1851 travel foreign lands history arts well represented rambles rome 1907 mosaics ravenna italy travellers christian era northern europe beginning fourteenth century literary artistic concerns round vol 072 newspaper accounts oscar wilde s visits u s william faulkner reminiscing youthful discovery literature artist teacher arthur guptill explaining render pencil sketches photographs summary sue anderson |
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13782 |
14673 |
Tin Horns and Calico |
Henry Esmond Christman |
Modern (19th C) |
In the early 19th century, in the Hudson Valley of New York State, hundreds of square miles of land were still the feudal domains of large landowners known as patroons. Such families as the Van Rensselaers, Livingstons, and Schuylers owned the farms and towns in which hundreds of thousands of ordinary people lived and worked. Even the capitol city of New York State, Albany, was encompassed in the private fiefdom of a patroon. On July 4, 1839, in the mountain town of Berne, New York, a mass meeting of tenant farmers issued a declaration of independence, promising: "We will take up the ball of the Revolution where our fathers stopped it and roll it to the final consummation of freedom and independence of the masses." The Anti-Rent War consumed the Catskill Mountain region through the 1840's, leading in the end to the downfall of the patroon system and the democratization of land ownership in New York State. - Summary by Maria Kasper |
English |
1945 |
https://librivox.org/tin-horns-and-calico-by-henry-esmond-christman/ |
early 19th century hudson valley new york state hundreds square miles land still feudal domains large landowners known patroons families van rensselaers livingstons schuylers owned farms towns hundreds thousands ordinary people lived worked even capitol city new york state albany encompassed private fiefdom patroon july 4 1839 mountain town berne new york mass meeting tenant farmers issued declaration independence promising we take ball revolution fathers stopped roll final consummation freedom independence masses anti rent war consumed catskill mountain region 1840 s leading end downfall patroon system democratization land ownership new york state summary maria kasper |
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13783 |
14674 |
Princess of Elis |
Molière |
Plays, Comedy |
In the month of May 1664, Louis XIV entertained the Queen-mother, Anne of Austria, and his own wife , Maria Theresa, with a brilliant and sumptuous fete at Versailles.... The second day was distinguished by the representation of The Pricess of Elis [by Moliere].... The Princess of Elis, a comedy-ballet, was intended to represent the struggle between the affections of the male and female sex, a struggle in which victory often remains with the one who seems the furthest from obtaining it.... The author's natural flow of wit and humor was checked by the necessity of accommodating himself to the conventionalities of courtly propriety. - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nIphitas, father to the Princess of Elis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nEuryalus, Prince of Ithaca: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nAristomenes, Prince of Messena: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nTheocles, Prince of Pylos: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4705">Algy Pug</a><br>\nArbates, Governor to the Prince of Ithaca: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nLycas, attendant on Iphitas: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nMoron, the Princess's Fool: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Princess of Elis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nAglanta, cousin to the Princess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nCynthia, cousin to the Princess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nPhillis, attendant on the Princess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nAurora: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13871">Katharina Glowalla</a><br>\nLyciscas, a huntsman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14426">Andrew James</a><br>\nFirst Musician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nSecond Musician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nThird Musician: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nFirst Whippers-In: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nSecond Whippers-In: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nThird Whippers-In: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nSatyr: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nTircis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nClimene: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/3157">TriciaG</a><br>\nShepherd: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nShepherdess: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/princess-of-elis-by-moliere/ |
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13784 |
14675 |
Bible (YLT) NT 10: Epistle to the Ephesians |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation made as closely as possible to the language and idioms of the original languages. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/ephesians-by-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation made closely possible language idioms original languages summary kevins |
| 13791 |
13785 |
14678 |
Perfect World |
Ella Scrymsour |
Fantastic Fiction |
Almost certainly the merging of two separate magazine novellas, where Scrymsour attempted to weave together the plots. In this fantasy/ science fiction novel, the two young gentlemen protagonists are transported from a company town dominated by their family coalmine into an underground cave system where an oligarchic exiled race of dwarf Israelites has lived for 3000 years and grown horns. More space and time travel follow bringing our heroes to Jupiter, where romance follows. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-perfect-world-by-ella-scrymsour/ |
almost certainly merging two separate magazine novellas scrymsour attempted weave together plots fantasy science fiction novel two young gentlemen protagonists transported company town dominated family coalmine underground cave system oligarchic exiled race dwarf israelites lived 3000 years grown horns space time travel follow bringing heroes jupiter romance follows summary lynne thompson |
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13786 |
14679 |
4 SF stories by C. M. Kornbluth |
C. M. Kornbluth |
Science Fiction |
Four nifty Science Fiction stories by the great C. M. Kornbluth. The Adventurer - The Altar at Midnight - With These Hands and The Marching Morons. All were first published in the 1950s - Summary by philc |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/4-sf-stories-by-c-m-kornbluth-by-c-m-kornbluth/ |
four nifty science fiction stories great c m kornbluth adventurer altar midnight hands marching morons first published 1950s summary philc |
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13787 |
14680 |
King of Elfland's Daughter |
Lord Dunsany |
Literary Fiction |
This is a 1924 fantasy novel by Anglo-Irish writer Lord Dunsany, which became public domain in January 2020. It is widely recognized as one of the most acclaimed works in all of fantasy literature. Highly influential upon the fantasy genre as a whole, the novel was particularly formative in the subgenres of "fairytale fantasy" and "high fantasy". And yet, it deals always with the truth: the power of love, the allure of nature, the yearning for contentment, the desire for fame, the quest for immortality, and the lure and the fear of magic. Arthur C. Clarke said this novel helped cement Dunsany as "one of the greatest writers of this century". Receiving numerous accolades, Gahan Wilson called it "likely Dunsany's masterpiece", concluding "it could be the very best fairy story ever written". This reader agrees, describing it as the most sensuous piece of writing she has ever recorded . . . simple, lilting, alluring, suggestive, mesmerizing, invigorating, inspiring, and thoroughly original. (Summary by Wikipedia and Soloist, Michele Fry) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-king-of-elflands-daughter-by-lord-dunsany/ |
1924 fantasy novel anglo irish writer lord dunsany became public domain january 2020 widely recognized one acclaimed works fantasy literature highly influential upon fantasy genre whole novel particularly formative subgenres fairytale fantasy high fantasy yet deals always truth power love allure nature yearning contentment desire fame quest immortality lure fear magic arthur c clarke said novel helped cement dunsany one greatest writers century receiving numerous accolades gahan wilson called likely dunsany s masterpiece concluding it could best fairy story ever written reader agrees describing sensuous piece writing ever recorded simple lilting alluring suggestive mesmerizing invigorating inspiring thoroughly original summary wikipedia soloist michele fry |
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13788 |
14681 |
Grampa In Oz |
Ruth Plumly Thompson |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Another great book in the world of Oz, in which King Fumbo of Ragbad loses his head in a storm and Prince Tatters, accompanied by the wise and wonderful old soldier Grampa, sets off to find the king's head, a fortune, and a princess.\n\nWith Bill, a live iron weathercock, they visit a Wizard's Garden and discover Urtha, a lovely girl made all of flowers -- and proceed to fall, swim, explode, sail, and fly above and below Oz and Ev. Grampa and Co. eventually meet Dorothy herself, traveling with a Forgetful Poet in search of the missing princess of Perhaps City who has been condemned to marry a monster! Ruth Plumly Thompson really hits her stride in this book, telling the OZ story with her own dash and style that will make you smile and outright laugh each chapter. The puns are continuous and those will make you groan! |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/grampa-in-oz-by-ruth-plumly-thompson/ |
another great book world oz king fumbo ragbad loses head storm prince tatters accompanied wise wonderful old soldier grampa sets find king s head fortune princess bill live iron weathercock visit wizard s garden discover urtha lovely girl made flowers proceed fall swim explode sail fly oz ev grampa co eventually meet dorothy herself traveling forgetful poet search missing princess perhaps city condemned marry monster ruth plumly thompson really hits stride book telling oz story dash style make smile outright laugh chapter puns continuous make groan |
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13789 |
14683 |
Saint Joan: Preface |
George Bernard Shaw |
Historical Fiction, Drama, Tragedy |
Saint Joan is a play by George Bernard Shaw about 15th-century French military figure Joan of Arc. Premiering in 1923, three years after her canonization by the Roman Catholic Church, the play reflects Shaw's belief that the people involved in Joan's trial acted according to what they thought was right. He wrote in his preface to the play: “There are no villains in the piece. Crime, like disease, is not interesting: it is something to be done away with by general consent, and that is all [there is] about it. It is what men do at their best, with good intentions, and what normal men and women find that they must and will do in spite of their intentions, that really concern us.” (Wikipedia) Modern British author, critic, poet, and broadcaster Clive James, commenting on a book that changed his mind, wrote: “George Bernard Shaw, his preface to Saint Joan. Reading that wonderful stretch of prose started me on the road to a more human version of Christianity: a road I like to think that I am still pursuing.” (The Guardian, 5 October 2019) - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/saint-joan-preface-by-george-bernard-shaw/ |
saint joan play george bernard shaw 15th century french military figure joan arc premiering 1923 three years canonization roman catholic church play reflects shaw s belief people involved joan s trial acted according thought right wrote preface play there villains piece crime like disease interesting something done away general consent there is it men best good intentions normal men women find must spite intentions really concern us wikipedia modern british author critic poet broadcaster clive james commenting book changed mind wrote george bernard shaw preface saint joan reading wonderful stretch prose started road human version christianity road like think still pursuing the guardian 5 october 2019 summary wikipedia david wales |
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13798 |
14693 |
Bible (YLT) NT 05: Acts |
Young's Literal Translation |
Bibles, Young's Literal Translation |
An English translation made as closely to the original languages and idioms as possible - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/acts-youngs-literal-translation/ |
english translation made closely original languages idioms possible summary kevins |
| 13797 |
13790 |
14684 |
Old Ladies |
Hugh Walpole |
Crime & Mystery Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
“Quite a number of years ago there was an old rickety building on the rock above Seatown in Polchester, and it was one of a number in an old grass-grown square known as Pontippy Square. In this house at one time or another lived three old ladies,… It was a windy, creaky, rain-bitten dwelling-place for three old ladies….” (excerpt from the book) During the mid 1920s Walpole produced two of his best-known novels in the macabre vein that he drew on from time to time, exploring the fascination of fear and cruelty. The Old Ladies (1924) is a study of a timid elderly spinster exploited and eventually frightened to death by a predatory widow. |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-ladies-by-hugh-walpole/ |
quite number years ago old rickety building rock seatown polchester one number old grass grown square known pontippy square house one time another lived three old ladies windy creaky rain bitten dwelling place three old ladies excerpt book mid 1920s walpole produced two best known novels macabre vein drew time time exploring fascination fear cruelty old ladies 1924 study timid elderly spinster exploited eventually frightened death predatory widow |
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13791 |
14685 |
House Of The Arrow |
A. E. W. Mason |
Detective Fiction |
A young English girl is accused in Dijon of murdering her French aunt. Hanaud to the rescue! Inspector Hanaud is a member of the French Sûreté. He is said to have been the model for Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot, as well as the opposite of Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. In 1910, Mason undertook to create a fictional detective as different as possible from Sherlock Holmes, who had recently been resuscitated after his supposed death by Arthur Conan Doyle in 1903. Inspector Gabriel Hanaud was stout, not gaunt like Holmes; a professional policeman, not a gentleman amateur; from the French Sûreté, not Victorian England; and relying on psychological insights rather than physical evidence. His "Watson" is a retired London banker named Mr. Julius Ricardo, though he appears only briefly in this novel. (David Wales ) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/house-of-the-arrow-by-a-e-w-mason/ |
young english girl accused dijon murdering french aunt hanaud rescue inspector hanaud member french sûreté said model agatha christie s hercule poirot well opposite conan doyle s sherlock holmes 1910 mason undertook create fictional detective different possible sherlock holmes recently resuscitated supposed death arthur conan doyle 1903 inspector gabriel hanaud stout gaunt like holmes professional policeman gentleman amateur french sûreté victorian england relying psychological insights rather physical evidence watson retired london banker named mr julius ricardo though appears briefly novel david wales |
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13792 |
14686 |
Richmond National Battlefield Park, Virginia |
Joseph P. Cullen |
War & Military, Modern (19th C) |
Richmond, Virginia, was the capital of The Confederacy during the American Civil War, 1861-1865. It was the focus of two military campaigns by Northern armies, one in the summer of 1862 (the Peninsula Campaign) and the second in 1864-1865. When the city was conquered and destroyed in early April, 1865, , it was only a few days later that General Lee surrendered to General Grant and the Civil War was over. Published in 1961, this is National Park Service Historical Handbook 33. The text contains many informative maps and interesting photographs. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1961 |
https://librivox.org/richmond-national-battlefield-by-joseph-p-cullen/ |
richmond virginia capital confederacy american civil war 1861 1865 focus two military campaigns northern armies one summer 1862 the peninsula campaign second 1864 1865 city conquered destroyed early april 1865 days later general lee surrendered general grant civil war over published 1961 national park service historical handbook 33 text contains many informative maps interesting photographs summary david wales |
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13793 |
14687 |
Oscar Wilde from Purgatory |
Hester Travers Smith |
Other religions |
Hester Dowden, who wrote under the name Hester Travers Smith, was an Irish spiritualist medium. She claimed to have communicated with the spirits of various celebrities. In Oscar Wilde from Purgatory, she reproduces the text of her "conversations" with the Irish poet and playwright, conducted via a Ouija board and automatic writing. Wilde proves just as talkative after death as he was in life. His spirit revels in the complements paid to his work by Travers Smith and her colleagues, describes how it feels to exist without a body, and pronounces James Joyce's recently published novel Ulysses a "great bulk of filth". Listeners who are primarily interested in the conversations, rather than Travers Smith's lengthy discussion of them, are directed to Chapter 1 and the Appendices. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-from-purgatory-by-hester-travers-smith/ |
hester dowden wrote name hester travers smith irish spiritualist medium claimed communicated spirits various celebrities oscar wilde purgatory reproduces text conversations irish poet playwright conducted via ouija board automatic writing wilde proves talkative death life spirit revels complements paid work travers smith colleagues describes feels exist without body pronounces james joyce s recently published novel ulysses great bulk filth listeners primarily interested conversations rather travers smith s lengthy discussion them directed chapter 1 appendices summary rob marland |
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13794 |
14688 |
Junior Classics Volume 10 Part 1: Poems Old and New |
William Patten |
Poetry |
The order of the poems has been arranged according to age from first through eight grade. The collection of poems in part 1 begins with the simplest nursery rhymes. Grade II begins with The Sleepy Song by Josephine D. Bacon, Grade III begins with Willie Winkle by William Miller. Grade IV begins with John Gilpin by William Cowper. Grades V - VIII are contained in part 2. - Summary by Linette G |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-10-part-1-poems-old-and-new-by-william-patten/ |
order poems arranged according age first eight grade collection poems part 1 begins simplest nursery rhymes grade ii begins sleepy song josephine d bacon grade iii begins willie winkle william miller grade iv begins john gilpin william cowper grades v viii contained part 2 summary linette g |
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13795 |
14689 |
Our Village, Volume 1 |
Mary Russell Mitford |
Single Author Collections, Memoirs |
This book is a compilation of short stories originally published in several series in The Lady's Magazine. Volume 1 covers a period of about 18 months, then later, Volume 2 chronicles the changes when Miss Mitford returns to the village some 2 years later. The book's subtitle is “sketches of rural character and scenery”... and this perfectly describes its contents. People and nature are minutely observed and the language reflects Miss Mitford's exquisite eye for detail and love of the changing seasons and the impact they have on the flora and fauna around her. The village characters are described mainly fondly, but not without the occasional wry reference to their faults! In her introduction to a later edition, Anne Thackeray Ritchie quotes from Miss Mitford's reply to William Elford when asked if her characters and descriptions are true......."Yes, as true as is well possible....you, as a great landscape painter know that in painting a favourite scene you do a little embellish and can't help it; you avail yourself of happy accidents of atmosphere; if anything be ugly you strike it out, or if anything be wanting, you put it in. But still the picture is a likeness.” But even if seen through rose-coloured lenses, these gentle little sketches conjure up a time and place long gone and transport us for a while to another, simpler world. ( Anne Fletcher) |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/our-village-volume-1-by-mary-russell-mitford/ |
book compilation short stories originally published several series lady s magazine volume 1 covers period 18 months later volume 2 chronicles changes miss mitford returns village 2 years later book s subtitle sketches rural character scenery perfectly describes contents people nature minutely observed language reflects miss mitford s exquisite eye detail love changing seasons impact flora fauna around her village characters described mainly fondly without occasional wry reference faults introduction later edition anne thackeray ritchie quotes miss mitford s reply william elford asked characters descriptions true yes true well possible you great landscape painter know painting favourite scene little embellish can t help it avail happy accidents atmosphere anything ugly strike out anything wanting put in still picture likeness even seen rose coloured lenses gentle little sketches conjure time place long gone transport us another simpler world anne fletcher |
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13799 |
14694 |
Sealed Message |
Fergus Hume |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
A mysterious message on a record is found sealed in a cylinder. A heroine straight out of a fairy-tale is kept secluded by a guardian with questionable motives. Add a murder, a gallant and fearless hero to the rescue and you have all the ingredients necessary to make this a very entertaining little mystery by acclaimed British author Fergus Hume! - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-sealed-message-by-fergus-hume/ |
mysterious message record found sealed cylinder heroine straight fairy tale kept secluded guardian questionable motives add murder gallant fearless hero rescue ingredients necessary make entertaining little mystery acclaimed british author fergus hume summary celine major |
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13800 |
14695 |
Something Childish and Other Stories |
Katherine Mansfield |
Single Author Collections |
This posthumous collection of stories and sketches by the New Zealand modernist author was published the year after her death from tuberculosis in 1923. It appeared in the US under the title The Little Girl. Most of the stories were written between the publication of her first and second collections, Bliss and Other Stories (1920) and The Garden Party and Other Stories (1922). - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/something-childish-and-other-stories-by-katherine-mansfield/ |
posthumous collection stories sketches new zealand modernist author published year death tuberculosis 1923 appeared us title little girl stories written publication first second collections bliss stories 1920 garden party stories 1922 summary rob marland |
| 13805 |
13801 |
14696 |
Junior Classics Volume 10, part 2: Poems Old and New |
William Patten |
Poetry |
The order of the poems have been arranged according to age from first through eight grade. Grades I – IV are contained in part 1. This collection of poems in part 2 begins with Grade V and Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard by Thomas Gray. Grade VI begins with The Barefoot Boy by John G. Whittier. Grade VII begins with Ye Mariners of England by Thomas Campbell. Grade VIII begins with The Rhodora, On Being Asked, "Whence is the Flower" by Ralph W. Emerson. - Summary by Linette G |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/the-junior-classics-volume-10-part-2-poems-old-and-new-by-william-patten/ |
order poems arranged according age first eight grade grades iv contained part 1 collection poems part 2 begins grade v elegy written country churchyard thomas gray grade vi begins barefoot boy john g whittier grade vii begins ye mariners england thomas campbell grade viii begins rhodora asked whence flower ralph w emerson summary linette g |
| 13806 |
13802 |
14699 |
Dream Collection 1 - Stories and Poems |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of 20 stories and/or poems, contributed by Librivox volunteers, pertaining to dreams. ( ~ Michele Fry)\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/dream-collection-1-stories-and-poems-by-various/ |
collection 20 stories and or poems contributed librivox volunteers pertaining dreams michele fry |
| 13807 |
13803 |
14700 |
Philosophical Essays |
Bertrand Russell |
Modern |
Six out of seven essays appearing here were reprinted from other publications; indeed, this 1910 collection went out of print, so that two of the essays occurring here were reprinted in Russell's 1917 "Mysticism and Logic, and Other Essays". Nonetheless, this essay records Russell's thinking at a critical juncture, just before the publication of Volume I of the co-authored "Principia Mathematica" and just after the passing of the American pragmatist, William James. These essays record Russell's reactions to pragmatism and its theory of truth, as well as the ethical aspects of philosophy suitable for co-existing alongside the new logical method in philosophy, announced subsequently in the 1914 "Our Knowledge of the External World: as a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy". - Summary by Landon D. C. Elkind |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/philosophical-essays-by-bertrand-russell/ |
six seven essays appearing reprinted publications indeed 1910 collection went print two essays occurring reprinted russell s 1917 mysticism logic essays nonetheless essay records russell s thinking critical juncture publication volume co authored principia mathematica passing american pragmatist william james essays record russell s reactions pragmatism theory truth well ethical aspects philosophy suitable co existing alongside new logical method philosophy announced subsequently 1914 our knowledge external world field scientific method philosophy summary landon d c elkind |
| 13808 |
13804 |
14701 |
Guide to the Lakes |
Thomas West |
Travel & Geography |
In the late eighteenth century, English writers discovered the landscape, not only in the paintings of Claude Lorrain, Nicolas Poussin and Salvator Rosa, but also as a place to be visited and viewed as if it were a picture. No part of England was more discovered in this period than the Lake District, which was transformed over the course of the next century from a remote region of farmland and inaccessible hills into a wild and romantic landscape of picturesque lake and mountain, described in works such as Thomas West’s A guide to the Lakes (1778). West’s predecessors – Thomas Gray, Arthur Young, Thomas Pennant and William Hutchinson –had merely passed through the Lakes. West, a resident of the Lakes, took the reader on a tour of the district as a whole, visiting all the lakes, with the sole exception of Wastwater. A devotee of the Claude glass – a convex, tinted mirror in which the landscape appears as it might in a painting by Lorrain – West follows and improves upon Gray’s technique of identifying ‘stations’ from which the landscape would appear at its most picturesque. West’s guide remains something of a hybrid, however, with its lengthy antiquarian descriptions of the surrounding towns of Lancaster, Penrith and Kendal. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1778 |
https://librivox.org/guide-to-lakes-by-thomas-west/ |
late eighteenth century english writers discovered landscape paintings claude lorrain nicolas poussin salvator rosa also place visited viewed picture part england discovered period lake district transformed course next century remote region farmland inaccessible hills wild romantic landscape picturesque lake mountain described works thomas west s guide lakes 1778 west s predecessors thomas gray arthur young thomas pennant william hutchinson had merely passed lakes west resident lakes took reader tour district whole visiting lakes sole exception wastwater devotee claude glass convex tinted mirror landscape appears might painting lorrain west follows improves upon gray s technique identifying stations landscape would appear picturesque west s guide remains something hybrid however lengthy antiquarian descriptions surrounding towns lancaster penrith kendal summary phil benson |
| 13809 |
13805 |
14702 |
Rest |
George Willis Cooke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Rest by John Sullivan Dwight.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 5, 2020.. <br> ------<br>\nJohn Sullivan Dwight was a Unitarian minister, transcendentalist, and America's first influential classical music critic. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/rest-by-john-sullivan-dwight/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings rest john sullivan dwight br weekly poetry project january 5 2020 br br john sullivan dwight unitarian minister transcendentalist america s first influential classical music critic summary wikipedia |
| 13810 |
13806 |
14703 |
Looking Back |
John Hartley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of Looking Back by John Hartley.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 5, 2020.. <br> ------<br>\nJohn Hartley was an English poet who worked in the Yorkshire dialect. He wrote a great deal of prose and poetry – often of a sentimental nature – dealing with the poverty of the district. He was born in Halifax, West Yorkshire. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/looking-back-by-john-hartley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings looking back john hartley br fortnightly poetry project january 5 2020 br br john hartley english poet worked yorkshire dialect wrote great deal prose poetry often sentimental nature dealing poverty district born halifax west yorkshire summary wikipedia |
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13835 |
14743 |
Bible (YLT) NT 23-25: Epistles of John |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
A literal translation that holds closely to the original language and idioms. (Summary by KevinS) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/epistles-of-john-ylt/ |
literal translation holds closely original language idioms summary kevins |
| 13812 |
13807 |
14705 |
World’s Story Volume X: England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales |
Eva March Tappan |
Poetry, War & Military, History |
This is the tenth volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Part X covers the second part of the history of England, from the Stuart Kings till the early 1900s. Also included are excerpts from the history of Ireland, Scotland and Wales, as well as Irish and Welsh legends and Scottish ballads. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Cast list for The murder of King Duncan:<BR>\nFirst Witch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a> / Second Witch: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a> / Third Witch: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Macbeth: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a> / Banquo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a> / Ross: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a> / Angus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">Todd HW</a> / Duncan: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Malcolm: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10956">SaraHale</a> / Lady Macbeth: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a> / Messenger: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a> / Chief Justice: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10995">April6090</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/worlds-story-volume-x-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
tenth volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century part x covers second part history england stuart kings till early 1900s also included excerpts history ireland scotland wales well irish welsh legends scottish ballads summary sonia br cast list murder king duncan br first witch a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a second witch a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a third witch a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a macbeth a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a banquo a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a ross a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a angus a href https librivox org reader 6754 todd hw a duncan a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a malcolm a href https librivox org reader 10956 sarahale a lady macbeth a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a messenger a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a chief justice a href https librivox org reader 10995 april6090 a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
| 13813 |
13808 |
14706 |
Primary Reader: Old-time Stories, Fairy Tales and Myths Retold by Children (Version 2) |
E. Louise Smythe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
"This book originated in a series of little reading lessons prepared for the first grade pupils in the Santa Rosa public schools. The object of the lessons was three-fold: to provide reading matter for the little ones who had only a small vocabulary of sight-words; to acquaint them early with the heroes who have come down to us in song and story; and to create a desire for literature...Various stories were given to the pupils; discussions followed. After a time the story was produced orally by the children. Notes were made on expressions used and points of interest dwelt upon. Later the story was either written on the blackboard or mimeographed and put into the pupils' hands to read...Hoping these stories will interest other children as they have interested those who helped build them, I send them forth." - Summary by E. Louise Smythe |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/a-primary-reader-old-time-stories-fairy-tales-and-myths-version-2-by-e-louise-smythe/ |
this book originated series little reading lessons prepared first grade pupils santa rosa public schools object lessons three fold provide reading matter little ones small vocabulary sight words acquaint early heroes come us song story create desire literature various stories given pupils discussions followed time story produced orally children notes made expressions used points interest dwelt upon later story either written blackboard mimeographed put pupils hands read hoping stories interest children interested helped build them send forth summary e louise smythe |
| 13814 |
13809 |
14708 |
Muerta Enamorada (Version 2) |
Théophile Gautier |
Fantastic Fiction, Romance |
En esta obra corta de Gautier un anciano sacerdote, Romualdo, relata su experiencia de amor con la bella Clarimonda. Romualdo en el oficio de toma de sus hábitos queda deslumbrado por la belleza de una misteriosa mujer que no deja de mirarle y que al finalizar la ceremonia habla con él y le augura la infelicidad por haber dedicado su vida a Dios. El superior de Romualdo, Serapio, le advierte sobre el misterioso y macabro destino de aquella mujer y de que todos los que se enamoraban de ella acababan también muertos. (Montse González) |
Spanish |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/la-muerta-enamorada-by-theophile-gautier-2/ |
en esta obra corta de gautier un anciano sacerdote romualdo relata su experiencia de amor con la bella clarimonda romualdo en el oficio de toma de sus hábitos queda deslumbrado por la belleza de una misteriosa mujer que deja de mirarle que al finalizar la ceremonia habla con él le augura la infelicidad por haber dedicado su vida dios el superior de romualdo serapio le advierte sobre el misterioso macabro destino de aquella mujer de que todos los que se enamoraban de ella acababan también muertos montse gonzález |
| 13815 |
13810 |
14710 |
Early Hanoverians |
Edward Ellis Morris |
War & Military, Biography & Autobiography, Political Science |
In this short book Edward Ellis Morris writes a vivid account of the reigns of the first two Georges. Scarcely had the fifty-four-year-old king assumed the throne when James Stuart roused the Highlanders in the "Fifteen." Five years later the collapse of the South Sea Company convulsed Britain and her first prime minister, Robert Walpole, emerged to stabilize the country's finances. George II succeeded his father in 1727 and Morris writes that "the new King was in person short, and like many short men, proud and touchy." Fortunately, he was guided by the wise Queen Caroline. On the Continent, the Turks besieged Vienna, Britain got embroiled first in the War of Jenkins' Ear and then in the War of the Austrian Succession, while Bonnie Prince Charlie took advantage of these distractions to mount the nearly successful Jacobite invasion of the "Forty-five." Meanwhile, John Wesley's Methodism revived religious enthusiasm, Boswell immortalized Samuel Johnson and his friends, and Tom Jones embarked on an epic road trip in which Henry Fielding brought English society to life, warts and all. - Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D. |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/early-hanoverians-by-edward-ellis-morris/ |
short book edward ellis morris writes vivid account reigns first two georges scarcely fifty four year old king assumed throne james stuart roused highlanders fifteen five years later collapse south sea company convulsed britain first prime minister robert walpole emerged stabilize country s finances george ii succeeded father 1727 morris writes the new king person short like many short men proud touchy fortunately guided wise queen caroline continent turks besieged vienna britain got embroiled first war jenkins ear war austrian succession bonnie prince charlie took advantage distractions mount nearly successful jacobite invasion forty five meanwhile john wesley s methodism revived religious enthusiasm boswell immortalized samuel johnson friends tom jones embarked epic road trip henry fielding brought english society life warts all summary pamela nagami m d |
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13811 |
14711 |
in our time |
Ernest Hemingway |
Literary Fiction |
This is the first edition of Hemingway's <b>in our time</b>, published in a very small run in France in 1924. And American edition was released the following year. There are 18 brief short stories---one might say vignettes---that demonstrate the author's early interests and his increasingly iconic literary style. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/in-our-time-by-ernest-hemingway/ |
first edition hemingway s b in time b published small run france 1924 american edition released following year 18 brief short stories one might say vignettes that demonstrate author s early interests increasingly iconic literary style summary kevins |
| 13817 |
13812 |
14712 |
1001 Questions and Answers on General History |
Benjamin Hathaway |
Antiquity |
A book for students of history to test their knowledge and to direct their studies. As the title tells us, this is a book of 1001 questions, with answers, regarding world history. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/1001-questions-and-answers-on-general-history-by-benjamin-hathaway/ |
book students history test knowledge direct studies title tells us book 1001 questions answers regarding world history summary kevins |
| 13818 |
13836 |
14744 |
Billy Bunny and Daddy Fox |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of over 50 children's book including the Little Jack Rabbit series and the Puss-in-Boots series. These Billy Bunny stories were first syndicated in magazines as short episodes. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/billy-bunny-and-daddy-fox-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 50 children s book including little jack rabbit series puss in boots series billy bunny stories first syndicated magazines short episodes summary larry wilson |
| 13819 |
13813 |
14713 |
Junge Pferde! Junge Pferde! |
Paul Boldt |
Lyric |
Paul Boldt war ein Lyriker des Expressionismus. Er veröffentlichte mit zunächst rasch wachsendem Erfolg ab 1912 Gedichte in der literarisch-politischen Zeitschrift "Aktion".<br>\nSein einziger, 1914 veröffentlichter, Gedichtsband Junge Pferde! Junge Pferde! fand große Beachtung. Er führte ein unstetes Leben und bewegte sich, mehr Beobachter als gesellig, unter anderem nahe den 'Abgründen' Berlins, was er vortrefflich in seinen Gedichten verarbeitete.<br>\nSchon in den 1920er Jahren geriet er, entgegen vieler seiner Weggefährten des Expressionismus, in Vergessenheit und wurde erst Anfang der 1950er Jahre neu entdeckt. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/junge-pferde-junge-pferde-by-paul-boldt/ |
paul boldt war ein lyriker des expressionismus er veröffentlichte mit zunächst rasch wachsendem erfolg ab 1912 gedichte der literarisch politischen zeitschrift aktion br sein einziger 1914 veröffentlichter gedichtsband junge pferde junge pferde fand große beachtung er führte ein unstetes leben und bewegte sich mehr beobachter als gesellig unter anderem nahe den abgründen berlins er vortrefflich seinen gedichten verarbeitete br schon den 1920er jahren geriet er entgegen vieler seiner weggefährten des expressionismus vergessenheit und wurde erst anfang der 1950er jahre neu entdeckt summary lorda |
| 13820 |
13814 |
14714 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 032 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox. <br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/">gibt es hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-032-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a |
| 13821 |
13815 |
14715 |
Histoires extraordinaires |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Short Stories |
Ce recueil de 1884 rassemble 14 nouvelles extraordinaires de la plume du maître du fantastique américain, Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), traduites en langue française par Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867). On y retrouve les histoires bien-connues du "double assassinat dans la rue Morgue" et du "scarabée d'or" ainsi que d'autres histoires explorant le merveilleux, le grotesque et même parfois l'horrible. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/histoires-extraordinaires-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
ce recueil de 1884 rassemble 14 nouvelles extraordinaires de la plume du maître du fantastique américain edgar allan poe 1809 1849 traduites en langue française par charles baudelaire 1821 1867 retrouve les histoires bien connues du double assassinat dans la rue morgue et du scarabée d or ainsi que d autres histoires explorant le merveilleux le grotesque et même parfois l horrible summary sonia |
| 13822 |
13816 |
14716 |
Favorite Prayers Collection 1 (Pluralistic and Multilingual) |
Various |
Religion |
A collection of readers' favorite prayers from various faith traditions. - Summary by Kevin |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/favorite-prayers-collection-1-pluralistic-and-multilingual-by-various/ |
collection readers favorite prayers various faith traditions summary kevin |
| 13823 |
13817 |
14717 |
Legacy (Version 2) |
James H. Schmitz |
Science Fiction |
Ancient living machines that after millennia of stillness suddenly begin to move under their own power, for reasons that remain a mystery to men. Holati Tate discovered them—then disappeared. Trigger Argee was his closest associate—she means to find him. She's brilliant, beautiful, and skilled in every known martial art. She's worth plenty—dead or alive—to more than one faction in this obscure battle. And she's beginning to have a chilling notion that the long-vanished Masters of the Old Galaxy were wise when they exiled the plasmoids to the most distant and isolated world they knew.... - Summary by Original text |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/legacy-by-james-h-schmitz/ |
ancient living machines millennia stillness suddenly begin move power reasons remain mystery men holati tate discovered them then disappeared trigger argee closest associate she means find him brilliant beautiful skilled every known martial art worth plenty dead alive to one faction obscure battle beginning chilling notion long vanished masters old galaxy wise exiled plasmoids distant isolated world knew summary original text |
| 13824 |
13818 |
14719 |
Old Bachelor |
William Congreve |
Satire |
"In The Old Bachelor we have three or four concurrent plots, which become interwoven, indeed, at the end.... It is recorded that the successive unmasking of four beautiful women gave the audience such delight that they burst into a thunder of applause. \n\n"Here, then, was a play compounded of quite familiar elements, and attempting nothing in the least new or ambitious in technic.... But each of the actions was clear, spirited, and suited to the taste of the day; and the familiarity of the material was redeemed by the novel vivacity of the author's wit."\n - Summary by William Archer, editor, 1912\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nHeartwell, a surly old bachelor, pretending to slight women, secretly in love with Silvia: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBellmour, in love with Belinda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nVainlove, capricious in his love; in love with Araminta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSharper: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nSir Joseph Wittol: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nCaptain Bluffe: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nFondlewife, a banker: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nSetter, a pimp: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nBarnaby, servant to Fondlewife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nAraminta, in love with Vainlove: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13444">B L Newman</a><br>\nBelinda, her cousin, an affected lady, in love with Bellmour: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13807">JennPratt</a><br>\nLætitia, wife to Fondlewife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nSylvia, Vainlove’s forsaken mistress: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nLucy, her maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13892">Lisanne Lavoie</a><br>\nBetty: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nBoy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nFootman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nMusic-Master: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nServant to Fondlewife: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9835">Elijah Fisher</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/the-old-bachelor-by-william-congreve/ |
in old bachelor three four concurrent plots become interwoven indeed end recorded successive unmasking four beautiful women gave audience delight burst thunder applause here then play compounded quite familiar elements attempting nothing least new ambitious technic actions clear spirited suited taste day familiarity material redeemed novel vivacity author s wit summary william archer editor 1912 br br cast list br heartwell surly old bachelor pretending slight women secretly love silvia a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br bellmour love belinda a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br vainlove capricious love love araminta a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sharper a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br sir joseph wittol a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br captain bluffe a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br fondlewife banker a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br setter pimp a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br barnaby servant fondlewife a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br araminta love vainlove a href https librivox org reader 13444 b l newman a br belinda cousin affected lady love bellmour a href https librivox org reader 13807 jennpratt a br lætitia wife fondlewife a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br sylvia vainlove s forsaken mistress a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br lucy maid a href https librivox org reader 13892 lisanne lavoie a br betty a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br boy a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br footman a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br music master a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br servant fondlewife a href https librivox org reader 9835 elijah fisher a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13825 |
13819 |
14720 |
Sunken Garden and Other Poems |
Walter De la Mare |
Single author |
<p>This fantastic adventure into the realms of the imagination is a superb example of the incomparable skill of poet Walter de la Mare. In this collection the poet explores the intersection of reality and fantasy within the context of an earth-centeredness that extends far beyond our knowing present - an exploration garnered from dreams, from mindful awakening, indeed from ephemeral ventures into the hitherto unknown. </p>\n<p>In this series of related but diverse poems de la Mare appeals to our thoughtful consideration of his work based not solely on its subject matter but from an element of the supernatural interweaved within each verse. The poet's work thus both unites and at times divides our previously familiar concepts and long-held beliefs with a component of the mystical progression of life itself as we each venture along a path in some ways familiar yet in other ways oddly disjointed and exotic. </p>\n<p>Prepare to be amazed at the journey on which Walter de la Mare, this exceptional poet, is about to take us. Prepare to depart on an adventure to the realms of this master poet's Sunken Garden, a "green and darkling spot" where perhaps "a distant dreamer dreams." Prepare to share in those universal reveries of prescience that bring wonder and amazement to us all. - Summary by Bruce Kachuk</p> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-sunken-garden-and-other-poems-by-walter-de-la-mare/ |
p this fantastic adventure realms imagination superb example incomparable skill poet walter de la mare collection poet explores intersection reality fantasy within context earth centeredness extends far beyond knowing present exploration garnered dreams mindful awakening indeed ephemeral ventures hitherto unknown p p in series related diverse poems de la mare appeals thoughtful consideration work based solely subject matter element supernatural interweaved within verse poet s work thus unites times divides previously familiar concepts long held beliefs component mystical progression life venture along path ways familiar yet ways oddly disjointed exotic p p prepare amazed journey walter de la mare exceptional poet take us prepare depart adventure realms master poet s sunken garden green darkling spot perhaps a distant dreamer dreams prepare share universal reveries prescience bring wonder amazement us all summary bruce kachuk p |
| 13826 |
13843 |
14755 |
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 13: Great Writers |
John Lord |
*Non-fiction |
The 13th in the series, this book focuses on the great writers of the time. As Dr. Lord passed away prior to the completion of his lecture series, the topics contained in this book also include works by other authors in an attempt to round out the subject matter. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-of-history-volume-13-great-writers-by-john-lord/ |
13th series book focuses great writers time dr lord passed away prior completion lecture series topics contained book also include works authors attempt round subject matter summary khand |
| 13827 |
13820 |
14721 |
Sammlung kurzer deutscher Prosa 054 |
Various |
Short Stories, Essays & Short Works |
Diese Sammlungsreihe erscheint unregelmäßig und umfasst 10 verschiedene deutschsprachige Prosatexte. <br><br><div>\nDie Texte wurden von LibriVox-Freiwilligen selbst (nach ihrem Interesse und Geschmack) ausgewählt und können fiktive und nicht-fiktive Inhalte behandeln. <br></div><div><br></div>\nDie Voraussetzung für die Aufnahme in diese Sammlung ist, dass alle Urheberrechte (soweit bekannt) abgelaufen sind - die Lesevorlagen und Audiobeiträge sind gemeinfrei und in der Public Domain.\nWegen diesen Grundlagen muss man sich auch bewusst sein, dass keiner der eventuell vorkommenden Sachtexte den wissenschaftlichen Status quo darstellt! Sämtliche Inhalte können in Stimmung, Erörterungsweise, durch den "zufälligen Charakter" und die jeweilige historische Epoche stark variieren und sich von "modernen" Sichtweisen und Darstellungsweisen unterscheiden. Dafür findet man in diesen Sammlungen auch so manchen kulturellen "Schatz", nachdenklich machende Beiträge, historisch Interessantes und Autoren, die im Allgemeinen in Vergessenheit geraten sind.\n<br><br>\nAnmerkung: Für Jugendliche, instabile Gemüter und Menschen in kritischen Lebenssituationen gibt es bei manchen Texten eventuell Gesprächsbedarf! Bitte kontaktieren Sie Bekannte oder Familienmitglieder und nehmen Sie (für Sie passende) Hilfsangebote in Anspruch!<br /><br /> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-kurzer-deutscher-prosa-054/ |
diese sammlungsreihe erscheint unregelmäßig und umfasst 10 verschiedene deutschsprachige prosatexte br br div die texte wurden von librivox freiwilligen selbst nach ihrem interesse und geschmack ausgewählt und können fiktive und nicht fiktive inhalte behandeln br div div br div die voraussetzung für die aufnahme diese sammlung ist dass alle urheberrechte soweit bekannt abgelaufen sind die lesevorlagen und audiobeiträge sind gemeinfrei und der public domain wegen diesen grundlagen muss man sich auch bewusst sein dass keiner der eventuell vorkommenden sachtexte den wissenschaftlichen status quo darstellt sämtliche inhalte können stimmung erörterungsweise durch den zufälligen charakter und die jeweilige historische epoche stark variieren und sich von modernen sichtweisen und darstellungsweisen unterscheiden dafür findet man diesen sammlungen auch manchen kulturellen schatz nachdenklich machende beiträge historisch interessantes und autoren die im allgemeinen vergessenheit geraten sind br br anmerkung für jugendliche instabile gemüter und menschen kritischen lebenssituationen gibt es bei manchen texten eventuell gesprächsbedarf bitte kontaktieren sie bekannte oder familienmitglieder und nehmen sie für sie passende hilfsangebote anspruch br br |
| 13828 |
13821 |
14722 |
Moral letters to Lucilius (Epistulae morales ad Lucilium) |
Lucius Annaeus Seneca |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Biography & Autobiography, Essays & Short Works |
Seneca the Younger’s letters to his friend, Lucilius Junior, appear to have been written with a broad audience in mind. These letters introduce major themes of Stoic philosophy and have been a source of inspiration and comfort for readers throughout the centuries. - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/moral-letters-to-lucilius-epistulae-morales-ad-lucilium-by-lucius-annaeus-seneca/ |
seneca younger s letters friend lucilius junior appear written broad audience mind letters introduce major themes stoic philosophy source inspiration comfort readers throughout centuries summary jvanstan |
| 13829 |
13822 |
14723 |
Song—''When Love came first to Earth.'' |
Thomas Campbell |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of Song—'' When Love came first to Earth.'' by Thomas Campbell.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 12, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThomas Campbell was a Scottish poet. He was a founder and the first President of the Clarence Club and a co-founder of the Literary Association of the Friends of Poland. He also produced several stirring patriotic war songs—"Ye Mariners of England", "The Soldier's Dream", "Hohenlinden" and in 1801, "The Battle of Mad and Strange Turkish Princes". ( Wikipedia) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/songwhen-love-came-first-to-earth-by-thomas-campbell/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings song love came first earth thomas campbell br weekly poetry project january 12 2020 br br thomas campbell scottish poet founder first president clarence club co founder literary association friends poland also produced several stirring patriotic war songs ye mariners england the soldier s dream hohenlinden 1801 the battle mad strange turkish princes wikipedia |
| 13830 |
13823 |
14724 |
Short Poetry Collection 201 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 49 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for February 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-201-by-various/ |
collection 49 poems read english librivox volunteers february 2020 |
| 13831 |
13824 |
14725 |
Pee-Wee Harris on the Trail |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
Action & Adventure |
In this, the second Pee-Wee Harris adventure, we follow young Walter, B.S.A (Boy of Superior Appetite or Boy Scout of America, take your pick) as he encounters robbers, proves himself a good friend and follows a trail of footprints into trouble. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pee-wee-harris-on-the-trail-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh/ |
this second pee wee harris adventure follow young walter b s a boy superior appetite boy scout america take pick encounters robbers proves good friend follows trail footprints trouble summary lynne thompson |
| 13832 |
13825 |
14726 |
Cyrus the Great |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
This history is the story of Cyrus, the founder of the Persian Empire, sixth century BC. - Summary by Deon Gines |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/cyrus-the-great-by-jacob-abbott/ |
history story cyrus founder persian empire sixth century bc summary deon gines |
| 13833 |
13826 |
14727 |
Bible (YLT) NT 17: Epistle to Titus |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
A literal translation of the Epistle to Titus from the New Testament translated as closely as possible to the language and idioms of the original. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/epistle-to-titus-youngs-literal-translation/ |
literal translation epistle titus new testament translated closely possible language idioms original summary kevins |
| 13834 |
13827 |
14728 |
Institutio Oratoria (On the Education of an Orator), volume 2 |
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Education |
Marcus Fabius Quintilianus was of Spanish origin, being born about 35 A.D. at Calagurris. At Rome he met with great success as a teacher and was the first rhetorician to set up a genuine public school and to receive a salary from the State. He left behind him a treatise "On the causes of the decadence of Roman oratory" (De causis corruptae eloquentiae), some speeches and his magnum opus, the only one to survive to our days. His Institutio Oratoria, despite the fact that much of it is highly technical, has still much that is of interest to‑day, even for those who care little for the history of rhetoric. (Summary adapted from the translator's preface) This second volume covers books 4 to 6. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/institutio-oratoria-volume-2-by-marcus-fabius-quintilianus/ |
marcus fabius quintilianus spanish origin born 35 a d calagurris rome met great success teacher first rhetorician set genuine public school receive salary state left behind treatise on causes decadence roman oratory de causis corruptae eloquentiae speeches magnum opus one survive days institutio oratoria despite fact much highly technical still much interest to day even care little history rhetoric summary adapted translator s preface second volume covers books 4 6 |
| 13835 |
13828 |
14729 |
Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 02 November 1895 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a monthly literary magazine, publishing original short stories, often about uncanny or fantastical topics. Many writers were largely unknown, but some famous authors also wrote original material for this magazine.<br>\nIn this second issue are included the following 8 stories:<br>\n"A Calaveras hold-up", by Roberta Littlehale: can love make a man mend his ways or are some relationships doomed from the start ?<br>\n"From a trolley post", by Margaret Dodge: a boring bus-stop wait is interrupted by a young boy's favourite pastime of hunting animals<br>\n"An andenken", by Julia Magruder (1854-1907): the story of a young artist's budding love in the romantic, yet wild landscape of the Tyrolian Alps<br>\n"The man from Maine", by J. D. Ellsworth: a chance encounter in a train shows the resourcefulness of some people to get what they most want<br>\n"A wedding tombstone", by Clarice Irene Clinghan: wouldn't a tombstone be a macabre wedding gift from a husband to his newly-wed bride ?<br>\n"The other one", by A. H. Gibson (1858-1929): in his dark wine-cellar, an old man makes a chilling confession to his bank-clerk<br>\n"Stateroom six", by William Albert Lewis (1856-??): the bad luck of a gambler proves the good fortune of a young girl<br>\n"Her eyes, your honor", by H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): a resourceful lawyer stops at nothing to save a woman from the gallows<br> - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/black-cat-01-02-nov1895-by-various/ |
black cat 1895 1922 monthly literary magazine publishing original short stories often uncanny fantastical topics many writers largely unknown famous authors also wrote original material magazine br second issue included following 8 stories br a calaveras hold up roberta littlehale love make man mend ways relationships doomed start br from trolley post margaret dodge boring bus stop wait interrupted young boy s favourite pastime hunting animals br an andenken julia magruder 1854 1907 story young artist s budding love romantic yet wild landscape tyrolian alps br the man maine j d ellsworth chance encounter train shows resourcefulness people get want br a wedding tombstone clarice irene clinghan tombstone macabre wedding gift husband newly wed bride br the one a h gibson 1858 1929 dark wine cellar old man makes chilling confession bank clerk br stateroom six william albert lewis 1856 bad luck gambler proves good fortune young girl br her eyes honor h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 resourceful lawyer stops nothing save woman gallows br summary sonia |
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14732 |
Mussolini as Revealed in His Political Speeches (November 1914 - August 1923) |
Benito Mussolini |
Literary Collections, Political Science |
Benito Mussolini was an Italian journalist and politician, the leader of the National Fascist Party. He grew up as a violent bully, and the characteristics developed in childhood aided his upward career and later rule in Italy. He was also an excellent orator, and this was one of the qualities that helped him rise to power.<br /><br />This project contains over 60 of his earlier speeches, covering the years 1914-1923: from soon after his expulsion from the Socialist Party for supporting WWI, to his becoming Prime Minister yet still submitting outwardly to democratic rule. (He seized power, threw off the democratic yoke, and became dictator in 1925-1927.) - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/mussolini-as-revealed-in-his-political-speeches-by-benito-mussolini/ |
benito mussolini italian journalist politician leader national fascist party grew violent bully characteristics developed childhood aided upward career later rule italy also excellent orator one qualities helped rise power br br this project contains 60 earlier speeches covering years 1914 1923 soon expulsion socialist party supporting wwi becoming prime minister yet still submitting outwardly democratic rule he seized power threw democratic yoke became dictator 1925 1927 summary triciag |
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14733 |
Oxford Poetry 1915 |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
The first of many yearly-published Oxford poetry books. - Summary by Campbell Schelp<br /><br />Poets include: <br />\nGerald H. Crow<br />\nEric Dickinson<br />\nEsther Lilian Duff<br />\nT. W. Earp<br />\nGodfrey Elton (1892-1973)<br />\nH. R. Freston (1891-1916)<br />\nRussell Green <br />\nNaomi M. Haldane (Mitchison) (1897-1999)<br />\nH. C. Harwood<br />\nA. L. Huxley (1894-1963)<br />\nLeslie Phillips Jones<br />\nR. S. Lambert (1894-1981)<br />\nAgnes E. Murray<br />\nRobert Nichols (1893-1944)<br />\nElizabeth Rendall (Milne) (1892-1985)<br />\nL. Rice-Oxley<br />\nDorothy H. Rowe<br />\nDorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957)<br />\nG. B. Smith (1894-1916)<br />\nEric Earnshaw Smith<br />\nHasan Shahid Suhrawardy (1890-1965)<br />\nE. Graham Sutton <br />\nJ. R. R. Tolkien (1892-1973)<br />\nSherard Vines (1890-1974)<br />\nH. T. Wade-Gery (1888-1972)<br /><br /> |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/oxford-poetry-1915-by-various/ |
first many yearly published oxford poetry books summary campbell schelp br br poets include br gerald h crow br eric dickinson br esther lilian duff br t w earp br godfrey elton 1892 1973 br h r freston 1891 1916 br russell green br naomi m haldane mitchison 1897 1999 br h c harwood br a l huxley 1894 1963 br leslie phillips jones br r s lambert 1894 1981 br agnes e murray br robert nichols 1893 1944 br elizabeth rendall milne 1892 1985 br l rice oxley br dorothy h rowe br dorothy l sayers 1893 1957 br g b smith 1894 1916 br eric earnshaw smith br hasan shahid suhrawardy 1890 1965 br e graham sutton br j r r tolkien 1892 1973 br sherard vines 1890 1974 br h t wade gery 1888 1972 br br |
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13831 |
14734 |
Chronicles of America Volume 14 - Washington and His Colleagues |
Henry Jones Ford |
History , Law, Political Science |
This next volume of the Chronicles of American series investigates Washington's development in the day to day world the various dimensions of the newly conceived Federal government with a president, a congress, a supreme court, a cabinet (his own creation), and a state department. Washington, being a man of great strength and character forged his own way, but was surrounded by all those remarkable men who had been his friends and helpers and challengers too in his past who became his colleagues in the endeavor to make the new form of government succeed against sometimes unforeseen and difficult situations. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/washington-and-his-colleagues-by-henry-jones-ford/ |
next volume chronicles american series investigates washington s development day day world various dimensions newly conceived federal government president congress supreme court cabinet his creation state department washington man great strength character forged way surrounded remarkable men friends helpers challengers past became colleagues endeavor make new form government succeed sometimes unforeseen difficult situations |
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13832 |
14736 |
History of the Jews in Russia and Poland Volume III, From the Accession of Nicholas II until the Present Day |
Simon Dubnow |
History |
Simon Dubnow was born in 1860 to a poor Jewish family in Belarussian town of Mstsislaw and later became authority of Jewish history and an activist. Due to his Jewish origin, he had to move to St.Petersburg, Odessa, Vilna(Lithuania), St.Petersburg, Kaunas, Berlin and finally Riga. When Nazi troops occupied Latvia 1941, he was moved with thousands of other Jews to Riga ghetto and was eventually killed. His life is a symbol of Jewish suffering in Eastern Europe. In this book Jews have been migrating from Germany and other European countries to Poland since late middle ages where they were protected by Polish kings mainly for their economic contribution, but frequently persecuted by Christians whenever there were pretexts or kings' power was not strong enough to protect Jews. After Poland was annexed by Russia in late 18C they became object of systematic persecution by Russian government. This tragedy is parallel to the life of the author culminating at Nazi Holocaust. - Summary by S. S Kim |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-the-jews-in-russia-and-poland-volume-iii-from-the-accession-of-nicholas-ii-until-the-present-day-by-simon-dubnow/ |
simon dubnow born 1860 poor jewish family belarussian town mstsislaw later became authority jewish history activist due jewish origin move st petersburg odessa vilna lithuania st petersburg kaunas berlin finally riga nazi troops occupied latvia 1941 moved thousands jews riga ghetto eventually killed life symbol jewish suffering eastern europe book jews migrating germany european countries poland since late middle ages protected polish kings mainly economic contribution frequently persecuted christians whenever pretexts kings power strong enough protect jews poland annexed russia late 18c became object systematic persecution russian government tragedy parallel life author culminating nazi holocaust summary s kim |
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13833 |
14737 |
On The Trail: An Outdoor Book for Girls |
Lina Beard |
Children's Non-fiction, *Non-fiction, Reference |
Lina and Adelia Beard, co-founders of the first American girls' scouting group, originally called the Girl Scout Society, then the Girl Pioneers, and finally as the Camp Fire Girls, provide practical advice and encouragement to girls and young women who wish to explore a "free, wholesome, and adventurous outdoor life." - Summary by Christine Lehman, aka stoogeswoman |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/on-the-trail-an-outdoor-book-for-girls-by-lina-beard/ |
lina adelia beard co founders first american girls scouting group originally called girl scout society girl pioneers finally camp fire girls provide practical advice encouragement girls young women wish explore free wholesome adventurous outdoor life summary christine lehman aka stoogeswoman |
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13834 |
14742 |
Sylph |
Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire |
Epistolary Fiction |
Georgianna Cavendish, duchess of Devonshire was one of the leading ladies of her time. There for, her novel, which contains many autobiographical plots, has been published anonymously. The author was thought to have been Sophia Briscoe, a contemporary novelist, or Fanny Burney, author of Evelina which was published at about the same time. However the duchess admitted to writing the story of Julia Grenville, a welsh beauty who marries an older man. She very quickly discovers her husband is a libertine and a rake, and that she has no idea how to behave in London society. Yet she has a sylph, a man who watches over her and gives her advice. The novel shows London society in a scathing manner, and teaches us that even in the darkest times there are good people along the way. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-sylph-by-georgiana-cavendish-duchess-of-devonshire/ |
georgianna cavendish duchess devonshire one leading ladies time for novel contains many autobiographical plots published anonymously author thought sophia briscoe contemporary novelist fanny burney author evelina published time however duchess admitted writing story julia grenville welsh beauty marries older man quickly discovers husband libertine rake idea behave london society yet sylph man watches gives advice novel shows london society scathing manner teaches us even darkest times good people along way summary stav nisser |
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14745 |
Broken Hearts |
W. S. Gilbert |
Drama |
Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame also wrote non-musical plays without Sullivan as a partner. Here is a dramatic play far afield from the comedy musicals we often think of when we hear Gilbert's name: Prince Florian of Spain arrives on The Island of Broken Hearts, peopled by "we maidens all (save one [their dwarf protector]) [who] have dearly loved, and those we loved have died. We, broken hearts, knit by the sympathy of kindred woe, have sought this isle far from the ken of man; and having loved, and having lost our loves, stand pledged to love no living thing again." Fairies and magic lead to self-understanding, showing that Gilbert can well handle more serious material than you may think. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nPrince Florian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMousta, a deformed dwarf: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nThe Lady Hilda: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nThe Lady Vavir, her sister: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6319">thestorygirl</a><br>\nThe Lady Melusine: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nThe Lady Amanthis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/broken-hearts-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
gilbert gilbert sullivan fame also wrote non musical plays without sullivan partner dramatic play far afield comedy musicals often think hear gilbert s name prince florian spain arrives island broken hearts peopled we maidens save one their dwarf protector who dearly loved loved died we broken hearts knit sympathy kindred woe sought isle far ken man loved lost loves stand pledged love living thing again fairies magic lead self understanding showing gilbert well handle serious material may think summary toddhw br br cast list br prince florian a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mousta deformed dwarf a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br lady hilda a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br lady vavir sister a href https librivox org reader 6319 thestorygirl a br lady melusine a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br lady amanthis a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14746 |
Fortunata y Jacinta: dos historias de casadas (Tercera Parte) |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Historical Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
"Fortunata y Jacinta" esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor: Benito Pérez Galdós, y junto con "La Regenta" de Clarín, la cima de la novela española del Realismo del siglo XIX. Es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social, carácter, y objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática. Tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en Madrid que se ha escrito nunca y la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos. Su extension en cuatro partes, su profundidad psicológica y el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal, contribuyendo a situar a Galdós a la altura (y algunos dirán incluso por encima) de maestros como Balzac, Dickens o Dostoievsky.<br>\nEn esta Tercera Parte, tras el sonoro escándalo, Fortunata encontrará refugio, ayuda y algo más de manos del inimitable Evaristo Feijoo. Diversos aconteceres ocuparán a nuestros distintos protagonistas: Los Rubín, Doña Lupe, Juanito Santa Cruz..., pero ninguno tan brusco e intenso como el encuentro entre Fortunata y Jacinta en el momento y lugar más inesperado. ¿Cómo arreglar semejantes líos? Guillermina lo intentará pero no sospecha que a Fortunata se le ha metido una idea en la cabeza, una pícara idea ... - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/fortunata-y-jacinta-dos-historias-de-casadas-tercera-parte-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
fortunata jacinta esta considerada la mejor obra de su autor benito pérez galdós junto con la regenta de clarín la cima de la novela española del realismo del siglo xix es mucho más que una historia de dos mujeres casadas de distinta posición social carácter objetivos que ven sus vidas entrelazadas de manera dramática tanto es así que en 2003 fue elegida por aclamación popular como la mejor obra ambientada en madrid que se ha escrito nunca la que mejor refleja los surcos profundos de la sociedad de esta ciudad en los tres últimos siglos su extension en cuatro partes su profundidad psicológica el vastísimo elenco de personajes la han convertido en una obra universal contribuyendo situar galdós la altura y algunos dirán incluso por encima de maestros como balzac dickens dostoievsky br en esta tercera parte tras el sonoro escándalo fortunata encontrará refugio ayuda algo más de manos del inimitable evaristo feijoo diversos aconteceres ocuparán nuestros distintos protagonistas los rubín doña lupe juanito santa cruz pero ninguno tan brusco e intenso como el encuentro entre fortunata jacinta en el momento lugar más inesperado cómo arreglar semejantes líos guillermina lo intentará pero sospecha que fortunata se le ha metido una idea en la cabeza una pícara idea summary epachuko |
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13839 |
14748 |
Roast Beef |
Gertrude Stein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Roast Beef by Gertrude Stein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 19, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThe last stanza of the prose poem Roastbeef, part of 'Food', taken from Stein's book Tender Buttons (1914), consisting of three sections titled "Objects", "Food", and "Rooms". While the short book consists of multiple poems covering the everyday mundane, Stein's experimental use of language renders the poems unorthodox and their subjects unfamiliar. - Summary by David Lawrence \n\nRoastbeef by Gertrude Stein |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/roast-beef-by-gertrude-stein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings roast beef gertrude stein br weekly poetry project january 19 2020 br br last stanza prose poem roastbeef part food taken stein s book tender buttons 1914 consisting three sections titled objects food rooms short book consists multiple poems covering everyday mundane stein s experimental use language renders poems unorthodox subjects unfamiliar summary david lawrence roastbeef gertrude stein |
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13840 |
14751 |
Monja y Casada, Vírgen y Mártir - Libro Primero El Convento de Santa Teresa |
Vicente Riva Palacio |
Historical Fiction |
Una novela histórica de los tiempos de la Santa Inquisición en México. A historical novel of the times of the Inquisition in México. - Summary by Claudia R Barrett |
Spanish |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/monja-y-casada-virgen-y-martir-libro-primero-el-convento-de-santa-teresa-by-vicente-riva-palacio/ |
una novela histórica de los tiempos de la santa inquisición en méxico historical novel times inquisition méxico summary claudia r barrett |
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13841 |
14752 |
Little Blue Book 646: The Spirit of Brazilian Literature |
Isaac Goldberg |
Literary Criticism |
One of the many Little Blue Books published to make learning available to all. These were short, informative, and inexpensive books that discussed many topics, including biographies, literature, essays, and more. This volume discusses Brazilian literature in an historical context. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/little-blue-book-646-the-spirit-of-brazilian-literature-by-isaac-goldberg/ |
one many little blue books published make learning available all short informative inexpensive books discussed many topics including biographies literature essays more volume discusses brazilian literature historical context summary kevins |
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13842 |
14754 |
Songs of Innocence and Experience (version 3) |
William Blake |
Nature & Animal Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Poetry |
The short, simple lines of these delicate poems resemble song lyrics, emphasizing the concrete but hinting at transcendent realities, although a few deal with abstractions directly. Many voices are heard: of children (once possibly a fetus), animals, parents, and narrators.<br><br>\n\nThe two companion volumes deal with the inevitable passage from the child’s wonder and delight in the creation to the adult’s understanding of it. This transition is fraught with dangers and can result in unhealthy attitudes. Blake has little good to say about human institutions dedicated to education, but sometimes lucky children do hit upon wholesome means of passing from innocence into experience.<br><br>\n\nInterconnections between poems are vital to interpretation: not only sequential poems like "Little Boy Lost" and "Little Boy Found" but also counterparts with the same name in each volume, such as those entitled "Nurse's Song."<br><br>\n\nOther interconnections can be discovered only by examining the total work, including the drawings. For, like all of Blake's works, these little poems are composite works of art, the words being supplemented and qualified by pictorial art as in today's graphic novels. For example, "Nurse's Song" and "The Fly" in Songs of Experience are illustrated with drawings whose similarity in general form emphasizes their sharp contrast in significance, one presenting a repressive, controlling approach to education and the other a kindly, supportive approach. There are also many small figures and repeated vegetative forms that fill the corners and spaces between the lines or decorate the titles, and each of these bears upon the interpretation of the work.<br><br>\n\nYet, although the poetry is not to be mistaken for the complete work, it can be appreciated for itself alone. - Summary by Thomas A. Copeland |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/songs-of-innocence-and-experience-by-william-blake-3/ |
short simple lines delicate poems resemble song lyrics emphasizing concrete hinting transcendent realities although deal abstractions directly many voices heard children once possibly fetus animals parents narrators br br two companion volumes deal inevitable passage child s wonder delight creation adult s understanding it transition fraught dangers result unhealthy attitudes blake little good say human institutions dedicated education sometimes lucky children hit upon wholesome means passing innocence experience br br interconnections poems vital interpretation sequential poems like little boy lost little boy found also counterparts name volume entitled nurse s song br br interconnections discovered examining total work including drawings for like blake s works little poems composite works art words supplemented qualified pictorial art today s graphic novels example nurse s song the fly songs experience illustrated drawings whose similarity general form emphasizes sharp contrast significance one presenting repressive controlling approach education kindly supportive approach also many small figures repeated vegetative forms fill corners spaces lines decorate titles bears upon interpretation work br br yet although poetry mistaken complete work appreciated alone summary thomas a copeland |
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13844 |
14756 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Four (1900-1906) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Four of this chronological listing (1900-1906) are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that decade. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times’ “Times Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-four/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part four chronological listing 1900 1906 twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times decade original microfiche articles available new york times times machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
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13845 |
14757 |
History of Emily Montague, Vol. III (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Moore Brooke |
Dramatic Readings, Epistolary Fiction |
The novel takes place 10 years after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 when Quebec becomes a British colony. Written as a collection of letters, the story follows the relationships between Edward Rivers (a British soldier), his friend, John Temple (rather a cad), Emily Montague (a young British woman), and her dearest friend, Arabella Fermor (a flirtatious drama queen). Giving glimpses into the new frontier discoveries of Canada, one not only peeks into the personal relationships of these characters but gets swept away by the enticing descriptions of the "new world." This is Volume 3 of 4. - Summary by Amanda Friday\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br>\nEmily Montague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/688">J.M.Smallheer</a><br>Colonel Edward Rivers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke </a><br>Arabella Fermor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13717">Matea Bracic</a><br>William Fermor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>Lucy Temple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13661">Lynette Caulkins</a><br>John Temple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>Captain J. Fitzgerald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny </a><br><br><b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>.<br><br><b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a>. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-history-of-emily-montague-vol-iii-by-frances-moore-brooke/ |
novel takes place 10 years battle plains abraham 1759 quebec becomes british colony written collection letters story follows relationships edward rivers a british soldier friend john temple rather cad emily montague a young british woman dearest friend arabella fermor a flirtatious drama queen giving glimpses new frontier discoveries canada one peeks personal relationships characters gets swept away enticing descriptions new world volume 3 4 summary amanda friday br br b cast list b br br b cast b br emily montague a href https librivox org reader 688 j m smallheer a br colonel edward rivers a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br arabella fermor a href https librivox org reader 13717 matea bracic a br william fermor a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br lucy temple a href https librivox org reader 13661 lynette caulkins a br john temple a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br captain j fitzgerald a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br b proof listeners b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a |
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13846 |
14759 |
Fable of the Bees |
Bernard Mandeville |
Single author, Political Science |
Bernard Mandeville's didactic poem praising the virtues that personal vices bestow on society as a whole, along with several treatises and dialogues explaining and defending it. Mandeville's theories were influential in the development of both the moral philosophy of the Scottish Enlightenment and the methodology of modern economics. - Summary by Matthew Muñoz |
English |
1806 |
https://librivox.org/the-fable-of-the-bees-by-bernard-mandeville/ |
bernard mandeville s didactic poem praising virtues personal vices bestow society whole along several treatises dialogues explaining defending it mandeville s theories influential development moral philosophy scottish enlightenment methodology modern economics summary matthew muñoz |
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13847 |
14760 |
Discouraging Model |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of A Discouraging Model by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for January 26, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nAs a poet, Riley achieved an uncommon level of fame during his lifetime. He was honored with annual Riley Day celebrations around the United States and was regularly called on to perform readings at national civic events. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-discouraging-model-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 10 recordings discouraging model james whitcomb riley br weekly poetry project january 26 2020 br br poet riley achieved uncommon level fame lifetime honored annual riley day celebrations around united states regularly called perform readings national civic events summary wikipedia |
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13848 |
14761 |
Birth of Tragedy |
Friedrich Nietzsche |
Literary Criticism, Philosophy, Early Modern |
In this famous early work of German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, he investigates the artistic characteristics of Apollonian (reason) and Dionysian (passion) characteristics in Greek art, specifically in Greek tragedy as it evolved. Then he applies his conclusions about Greek tragedy to the state of modern art, especially modern German art and specifically to the operas of Richard Wagner. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/birth-of-tragedy-by-friedrich-nietzsche/ |
famous early work german philosopher friedrich nietzsche investigates artistic characteristics apollonian reason dionysian passion characteristics greek art specifically greek tragedy evolved applies conclusions greek tragedy state modern art especially modern german art specifically operas richard wagner |
| 13853 |
13849 |
14762 |
Description Of A City Shower |
Jonathan Swift |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 7 recordings of A Description Of A City Shower by Jonathan Swift.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 26, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nYou don't find a weather forecast like this local media. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-description-of-a-city-shower-by-jonathan-swift/ |
librivox volunteers bring 7 recordings description city shower jonathan swift br fortnightly poetry project january 26 2020 br br find weather forecast like local media summary david lawrence |
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13850 |
14764 |
Jaufry the Knight and the Fair Brunissende |
Jean-Bernard Mary-Lafon |
Sagas |
Taulat de Rugimon arrives at the court of King Arthur and stabs one of Arthur's knights. Jaufry, a young and ambitious knight, sets off in pursuit to avenge the insult to Arthur's court. After a series of bizarre adventures, Jaufry catches up with Taulat and wins the fair Brunissende. Originally an anonymous medieval verse romance, written in Occitan, Alfred Elwes's 1857 English version is a translation of Jean-Bernard Mary-Lafon's French translation, which was published in the previous year. Jaufry was reprinted in the 1970s as the 21st volume in the prestigious Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1857 |
https://librivox.org/jaufry-the-knight-and-the-fair-brunissende-by-jean-bernard-mary-lafon/ |
taulat de rugimon arrives court king arthur stabs one arthur s knights jaufry young ambitious knight sets pursuit avenge insult arthur s court series bizarre adventures jaufry catches taulat wins fair brunissende originally anonymous medieval verse romance written occitan alfred elwes s 1857 english version translation jean bernard mary lafon s french translation published previous year jaufry reprinted 1970s 21st volume prestigious newcastle forgotten fantasy library summary phil benson |
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13851 |
14767 |
Medici, Volume 1 |
G. F. Young |
Art, Design & Architecture, Biography & Autobiography, History |
This work relates the history of the Medici family through three centuries and eleven generations, from its rise from obscurity, to its zenith of power and influence, to its eventual decay and ruin. It outlines their history in conjunction with the major events of Europe and dwells much on the artists and artworks patronized by the Medici - the impetus of the Renaissance. <br /><br />This first volume brings to life the Renaissance and how Florence, through the Medici, was the epicentre of the movement that spread new learning throughout Europe. It describes some of the best and worst of the Medici, including statesmen both good and bad, popes and their intrigues, joyous festivals and tragic assassinations. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-medici-volume-1-by-g-f-young/ |
work relates history medici family three centuries eleven generations rise obscurity zenith power influence eventual decay ruin outlines history conjunction major events europe dwells much artists artworks patronized medici impetus renaissance br br this first volume brings life renaissance florence medici epicentre movement spread new learning throughout europe describes best worst medici including statesmen good bad popes intrigues joyous festivals tragic assassinations summary triciag |
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13852 |
14768 |
Teufelsmauer und andere Erzählungen |
Hans Hoffmann |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Satire, Short Stories |
Vier Erzählungen, die teils überraschende, mehr oder weniger übernatürliche Handlungen und Pointen schildern:<br>\nIn "Die Teufelsmauer" tritt der Leibhaftige auf, ebenso die Jungfrau Maria.<br>\n"Wasser!" schildert eine Erfahrung auf einer Hochzeitsreise in (der Alpenwein-Gegend Süd-) Tirol.<br>\nIn der "Schattenseite" beleuchtet Hoffmann das Für und Wider eines Aspekts der Ehe, die wilde Frau und der wilde Mann helfen ihm dabei.<br>\n"Der Toten Sehnsucht" ist eine wunderschöne Erzählung am Schluss des Buches, wortgewaltig und stark vom Inhalt her. - Summary by schrm |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/teufelsmauer-by-hans-hoffmann/ |
vier erzählungen die teils überraschende mehr oder weniger übernatürliche handlungen und pointen schildern br die teufelsmauer tritt der leibhaftige auf ebenso die jungfrau maria br wasser schildert eine erfahrung auf einer hochzeitsreise der alpenwein gegend süd tirol br der schattenseite beleuchtet hoffmann das für und wider eines aspekts der ehe die wilde frau und der wilde mann helfen ihm dabei br der toten sehnsucht ist eine wunderschöne erzählung schluss des buches wortgewaltig und stark vom inhalt her summary schrm |
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13853 |
14769 |
64-Square Madhouse |
Fritz Leiber |
Science Fiction |
A machine of blinking lights and smelling of ozone is entered into a Grand Master chess tournament. One of the first of those things called computers. Would it be shamed by human genius or would it out think these human prodigies through sheer calculating power? Well, the machine was not perfect. It could be tricked. It could make mistakes. And—it could learn! (summary by phil c and the publisher) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-64-square-madhouse-by-fritz-leiber/ |
machine blinking lights smelling ozone entered grand master chess tournament one first things called computers would shamed human genius would think human prodigies sheer calculating power well machine perfect could tricked could make mistakes and it could learn summary phil c publisher |
| 13858 |
13854 |
14770 |
When We Were Very Young (version 2) |
A. A. Milne |
Poetry |
This best-selling book of poetry by A. A. Milne was first published in 1924. The poems describe the adventures of Christopher Robin. In it we are introduced to Mr. Edward Bear later known as Winnie-the-Pooh. The poems are timeless and capture the joy and wonder of being a young child. - Summary by AnnaLisa Bodtker |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/when-we-were-very-young-version-2-by-a-a-milne/ |
best selling book poetry a a milne first published 1924 poems describe adventures christopher robin introduced mr edward bear later known winnie the pooh poems timeless capture joy wonder young child summary annalisa bodtker |
| 13859 |
13855 |
14771 |
John Donne's Satires |
John Donne |
Poetry, Satire |
Donne’s Style<br>\nIn John Donne’s day, a satire was such a poem as a satyr might compose. Satyrs were rough, savage creatures in Greek mythology, human to the waist but goat from there down. That is the reason that Donne’s style in these poems exceeds his normal difficulty in syntax, vocabulary, thought, and meter. His age enjoyed untangling such puzzles, and some poets cultivated obscurity as an art, called asprezza. Wordplay like “while bellows pant below” (Satyre 2), where the same syllables, stressed differently, produce two different words almost side by side, entertained them.<br>\n\nAn acoustical analogue to obscurity, Donne’s rhymes are often deliberately lame, while his rhythms nearly defy scansion and yet refuse to become mere prose. By keeping the drum beat just barely audible, he makes us feel that we are stumbling, out of step—neither marching nor merely walking.<br>\n\nWhy was this abuse of the reader enjoyable? Perhaps for the same reason that grafitti appeals to some people. At first glance Donne appears lax, but in fact he is naughty; not undisciplined but rebellious; he does not fail to abide by the rules but rather gives the impression of breaking them.<br>\n\nMetempsychosis<br>\nThe poem appears to be incomplete, its “First Song” having no counterpart, no “Second Song.” Similarly its promise to end by identifying what celebrity the soul in question now inhabits is never fulfilled. On the contrary, the poem’s initial epic pretentions founder at the second generation of mankind rather than tracing human history from the Garden of Eden to modern England, as was proposed. In view of the author’s mock-heroic tone, however, the poem’s apparent incompletion may be part of the satire, so it does no harm to suppose it as complete as necessary to accomplish its purpose.<br>\n\nWhat it accomplishes is to demonstrate, by means of the Pythagorean doctrine of the transmigration of souls, the depravity of the object of the satire (identity unknown but perhaps easily guessed by Donne’s audience). According to this doctrine, also called metempsychosis, the various guises that a soul takes in its travels are rewards or punishments for its conduct in each of its incarnations. It is debatable whether this process always leads to purification. In this poem it appears rather to be simple unfolding, dilation, the full realization of the soul’s potential. This soul has an appalling capacity for evil, beginning ominously as the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge and never rising higher than the moral neutrality of a fish. (A modern reader unfamiliar with The Bhagavad Gita may rely on Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde as background to the concept of the dilation and degradation of a soul.)<br>\n\nThe style of the poem reflects the theme of shape-changing, for Donne loves to employ words’ multiple senses in close proximity: <br>\n. . . Make my darke heavy Poëm light, and light . . . [not dark + not heavy]<br>\n. . . to heare / Whose story, with long patience you will long . . . [adjective + verb]<br>\n. . . Her, her fates threw . . . [object of verb + possessive]<br>\n. . . Her sinne had now brought in infirmities . . . [verbal particle + prefix]<br>\n. . . Ill steward of himself, himselfe in three yeares ends. . . . [object of preposition + object of verb]<br>\n. . . Yet them all these unkinde kinds feed upon . . . [adjective + noun]<br>\nSuch wordplay is common in Donne’s satires, but in a poem chronicling the exploits of fishes, a sparrow, a wolf, and a mouse—all being the same individual in different forms—it seems especially appropriate. - Summary by Thomas Copeland |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/satires-by-john-donne/ |
donne s style br john donne s day satire poem satyr might compose satyrs rough savage creatures greek mythology human waist goat down reason donne s style poems exceeds normal difficulty syntax vocabulary thought meter age enjoyed untangling puzzles poets cultivated obscurity art called asprezza wordplay like while bellows pant below satyre 2 syllables stressed differently produce two different words almost side side entertained them br acoustical analogue obscurity donne s rhymes often deliberately lame rhythms nearly defy scansion yet refuse become mere prose keeping drum beat barely audible makes us feel stumbling step neither marching merely walking br abuse reader enjoyable perhaps reason grafitti appeals people first glance donne appears lax fact naughty undisciplined rebellious fail abide rules rather gives impression breaking them br metempsychosis br poem appears incomplete first song counterpart second song similarly promise end identifying celebrity soul question inhabits never fulfilled contrary poem s initial epic pretentions founder second generation mankind rather tracing human history garden eden modern england proposed view author s mock heroic tone however poem s apparent incompletion may part satire harm suppose complete necessary accomplish purpose br accomplishes demonstrate means pythagorean doctrine transmigration souls depravity object satire identity unknown perhaps easily guessed donne s audience according doctrine also called metempsychosis various guises soul takes travels rewards punishments conduct incarnations debatable whether process always leads purification poem appears rather simple unfolding dilation full realization soul s potential soul appalling capacity evil beginning ominously fruit tree knowledge never rising higher moral neutrality fish a modern reader unfamiliar bhagavad gita may rely dr jekyll mr hyde background concept dilation degradation soul br style poem reflects theme shape changing donne loves employ words multiple senses close proximity br make darke heavy poëm light light not dark heavy br heare whose story long patience long adjective verb br her fates threw object verb possessive br sinne brought infirmities verbal particle prefix br ill steward himself himselfe three yeares ends object preposition object verb br yet unkinde kinds feed upon adjective noun br wordplay common donne s satires poem chronicling exploits fishes sparrow wolf mouse all individual different forms it seems especially appropriate summary thomas copeland |
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13856 |
14773 |
Stille Existenzen |
Jeanne Marni |
Dramatic Readings, Humorous Fiction |
In einer Sammlung von Einaktern zeigt die Autorin ihr Gespür für menschliche Empfindungen, Regungen, Stärken und Schwächen. Sie skizziert diese in Gesprächen vortrefflich. Oft enden die Gespräche anders als erwartet. (lorda)\n<BR>Mitwirkende:<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9565">Bernd Ungerer</a>: Monsieur Gailhard<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5753">Boris</a>: Anatole<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10148">Eva K.</a>: Madame Savoncru, Madame Derle<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13888">Jonas Michel</a>: André, Erzähler (4,5), Editor (4)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5055">Karlsson</a>: Erzähler (12), Editor (15)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13871">Katharina Glowalla</a>: Rémy, Célestine, Victoire, Emma, Germaine, Josephine, Erzähler (8), Editor (3,7,11)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13641">Lissy Schneider</a>: Lily, Paèle, Céline, Emily, Marcelle<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11927">lorda</a>: Maxime, Monsieur Desclés, Erzähler (13,15), Editor (1,5,6,9,13)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12899">Margot</a>: Madame d'Alysse, Madame de Brauver, Luise, Madame Boisil, Achart, Mlle. Basles, Madame Leclère, Georgette, Madame Desclés, Madame Brou, Madame Verdyait, Erzähler (2)<br>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6719">Martin Harbecke</a>: Erzähler (6), Editor (10,14)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10364">merendo07</a>: Envoix<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12275">schrm</a>: Madame Mael, Bernale, Erzähler (7,10)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13726">seito</a>: Julien Loran, Henri, Erzähler (1,3,9,11,14), Editor (2,8,12)<BR>\n<a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a>: Madame Loursain, Martha, Folain, Lucien, Suzon, <BR> |
German |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/stille-existenzen-by-jeanne-marni/ |
einer sammlung von einaktern zeigt die autorin ihr gespür für menschliche empfindungen regungen stärken und schwächen sie skizziert diese gesprächen vortrefflich oft enden die gespräche anders als erwartet lorda br mitwirkende br a href https librivox org reader 9565 bernd ungerer a monsieur gailhard br a href https librivox org reader 5753 boris a anatole br a href https librivox org reader 10148 eva k a madame savoncru madame derle br a href https librivox org reader 13888 jonas michel a andré erzähler 4 5 editor 4 br a href https librivox org reader 5055 karlsson a erzähler 12 editor 15 br a href https librivox org reader 13871 katharina glowalla a rémy célestine victoire emma germaine josephine erzähler 8 editor 3 7 11 br a href https librivox org reader 13641 lissy schneider a lily paèle céline emily marcelle br a href https librivox org reader 11927 lorda a maxime monsieur desclés erzähler 13 15 editor 1 5 6 9 13 br a href https librivox org reader 12899 margot a madame d alysse madame de brauver luise madame boisil achart mlle basles madame leclère georgette madame desclés madame brou madame verdyait erzähler 2 br a href https librivox org reader 6719 martin harbecke a erzähler 6 editor 10 14 br a href https librivox org reader 10364 merendo07 a envoix br a href https librivox org reader 12275 schrm a madame mael bernale erzähler 7 10 br a href https librivox org reader 13726 seito a julien loran henri erzähler 1 3 9 11 14 editor 2 8 12 br a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a madame loursain martha folain lucien suzon br |
| 13861 |
13857 |
14774 |
sirena negra |
Emilia Pardo Bazán |
Literary Fiction |
Gaspar Montenegro un personaje de la aristocracia, adinerado cínico y amoral, conoce a una mujer, Rita Quiñones, que está muy enferma y cercana a la muerte con la que mantiene una relación amistosa sin más. Cuando fallece decide adoptar a su hijo, Rafaelín, sin escatimar en su educación. Trini es una antigua novia de Gaspar, éste decide volver a enamorar a Trini y convencerla para casarse y de educar juntos a Rafaelín.\nGaspar Montenegro es un dandy apático a quien Rafaelín saca de esa patológica insensibilidad. Siempre obsesionado con la muerte “La seca” ( Montse González) |
Spanish |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/la-sirena-negra-by-emilia-pardo-bazan/ |
gaspar montenegro un personaje de la aristocracia adinerado cínico amoral conoce una mujer rita quiñones que está muy enferma cercana la muerte con la que mantiene una relación amistosa sin más cuando fallece decide adoptar su hijo rafaelín sin escatimar en su educación trini es una antigua novia de gaspar éste decide volver enamorar trini convencerla para casarse de educar juntos rafaelín gaspar montenegro es un dandy apático quien rafaelín saca de esa patológica insensibilidad siempre obsesionado con la muerte la seca montse gonzález |
| 13862 |
13858 |
14775 |
Eighty Years Ashore and Afloat, or, The Thrilling Adventures of Uncle Jethro: Embracing the Remarkable Episodes in a Life of Toil and Danger, on Land and Sea |
E. C. Cornell |
Biography & Autobiography |
Experiences of Jethro Ripley, mainly in the Atlantic coast trade, but including an account of a whaling voyage around Cape Horn. The narrative is in the first person and is a vivid account of the seafaring life in the 1800's. Published in 1873. (Summary by PhyllisV) |
English |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/eighty-years-ashore-and-afloat-by-e-c-cornell/ |
experiences jethro ripley mainly atlantic coast trade including account whaling voyage around cape horn narrative first person vivid account seafaring life 1800 s published 1873 summary phyllisv |
| 13863 |
13861 |
14779 |
Chimney Corner |
Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Historical Fiction |
Stowe wrote over 30 books. This one is a fascinating collection of her post Civil War musings on a variety of cultural topics, staged mostly as conversations between Christopher Crowfield (Stowe's masculine nome de plume), and his wife, their son Ben, daughter Jenny, their friends, and various neighbors who drop in to chat around the fireside. Lively topics include women's suffrage & their education, entertainment, fashion, the economy during reconstruction, youth entertainment, and how society and its institutions should prepare young women for useful, meaningful lives besides getting married or simply depending on other family members to support them while they do little or nothing, or worse, fall into a street life. She reflects on the economic after-effects of the Civil War, and the struggle to create a more civilized nation. ( ~ Michele Fry) |
English |
1868 |
https://librivox.org/the-chimney-corner-by-harriet-beecher-stowe/ |
stowe wrote 30 books one fascinating collection post civil war musings variety cultural topics staged mostly conversations christopher crowfield stowe s masculine nome de plume wife son ben daughter jenny friends various neighbors drop chat around fireside lively topics include women s suffrage education entertainment fashion economy reconstruction youth entertainment society institutions prepare young women useful meaningful lives besides getting married simply depending family members support little nothing worse fall street life reflects economic after effects civil war struggle create civilized nation michele fry |
| 13864 |
13862 |
14780 |
Turn of the Screw (Version 3) |
Henry James |
Gothic Fiction |
A gothic, ghost story, you are a jury of one. Is the Governess correct in her assumptions that her charges, two adorable and exemplary children, Miles and Flora are victims of malevolent spirits? As the story unfolds it gets darker and more questions arise than answers. Written by Sandra Cullum |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-turn-of-the-screw-version-3-by-henry-james/ |
gothic ghost story jury one governess correct assumptions charges two adorable exemplary children miles flora victims malevolent spirits story unfolds gets darker questions arise answers written sandra cullum |
| 13865 |
13863 |
14781 |
Bashan And I |
Thomas Mann |
Animals, Essays & Short Works, Nature |
Simple and unpretentious as a statement by Francis d’Assisi, yet full of a gentle modern sophistication and humour, this little work will bring delight and refreshment to all who seek flight from the heavy-laden hour. It is, moreover, one of the most subtle and penetrating studies of the psychology of the dog that has ever been written—tender yet unsentimental, realistic and full of the detail of masterly observation and description, yet in its final form and precipitation a work of exquisite literary art. - Summary from the Foreword by Herman George Scheffauer |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/bashan-and-i-by-thomas-mann/ |
simple unpretentious statement francis d assisi yet full gentle modern sophistication humour little work bring delight refreshment seek flight heavy laden hour is moreover one subtle penetrating studies psychology dog ever written tender yet unsentimental realistic full detail masterly observation description yet final form precipitation work exquisite literary art summary foreword herman george scheffauer |
| 13866 |
13864 |
14782 |
Coffee Break Collection 27 - Sports |
Various |
Essays & Short Works |
This is the 27th Coffee Break Collection, in which Librivox readers select and read poems, fiction and non-fiction pieces of fifteen minutes' duration or less. In honor of the Super Bowl, the subject for this collection is "Sports". |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/coffee-break-collection-27-sports-by-various/ |
27th coffee break collection librivox readers select read poems fiction non fiction pieces fifteen minutes duration less honor super bowl subject collection sports |
| 13867 |
13865 |
14783 |
Elsie Inglis - The Woman With the Torch |
Eva Shaw McLaren |
Biography & Autobiography, Modern (20th C) |
This is a brief biography of the Scottish physician and suffragist Dr. Elsie Inglis. Dr. Inglis founded a maternity hospital for the poor in Edinburgh (then known as the Hospice, but later as the Elsie Inglis Memorial Hospital), and was known for her charity and willingness to waive fees when patients could not afford her care. She was also a key figure in Scotland's Women's Suffrage Movement. She is best known, however, for founding the Scottish Women's Hospitals for Foreign Service, which provided staffed teams of female-staffed field hospitals to war zones during World War I. - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/elsie-inglis-by-eva-shaw-mclaren/ |
brief biography scottish physician suffragist dr elsie inglis dr inglis founded maternity hospital poor edinburgh then known hospice later elsie inglis memorial hospital known charity willingness waive fees patients could afford care also key figure scotland s women s suffrage movement best known however founding scottish women s hospitals foreign service provided staffed teams female staffed field hospitals war zones world war i summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 13868 |
13866 |
14784 |
With the Anzacs in Cairo |
Guy Thornton |
War & Military, Memoirs |
Guy Thornton recounts his experiences serving as a military chaplain with the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) while stationed in Egypt during World War I. His writing is opinionated, emotionally vulnerable, and written in very colorful, vivid prose. He recounts both his successes and failures as a pastor. Of particular concern to Thornton, are his soldiers’ interactions with the Wasa'a- the red-light district of Cairo which was popular with the soldiers who often patronized prostitutes. Thornton also expresses his experiences exploring Cairo, his work as a chaplain, and the various social services catering to soldiers. \n - Summary by Adam Bielka |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/with-the-anzacs-in-cairo-by-guy-thornton/ |
guy thornton recounts experiences serving military chaplain australian new zealand army corps anzac stationed egypt world war i writing opinionated emotionally vulnerable written colorful vivid prose recounts successes failures pastor particular concern thornton soldiers interactions wasa a red light district cairo popular soldiers often patronized prostitutes thornton also expresses experiences exploring cairo work chaplain various social services catering soldiers summary adam bielka |
| 13869 |
13875 |
14795 |
Dawn’s Awake! |
Otto Leland Bohanan |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Dawn’s Awake! by Otto Leland Bohanan.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 9, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nOtto Leland Bohanan was born around 1895 In Washington, D.C. He graduated from Howard University and taught English at the Catholic University. He also worked as a music instructor at DeWitt Clinton High School and died in 1932. This poem taken from James Weldon Johnson, ed. (1871–1938). The Book of American Negro Poetry. 1922. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-dawns-awake-by-otto-leland-bohanan/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings dawn s awake otto leland bohanan br weekly poetry project february 9 2020 br br otto leland bohanan born around 1895 washington d c graduated howard university taught english catholic university also worked music instructor dewitt clinton high school died 1932 poem taken james weldon johnson ed 1871 1938 book american negro poetry 1922 summary david lawrence |
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13867 |
14785 |
When We Were Very Young |
A. A. Milne |
Poetry |
A.A. Milne wrote many poems to entertain his young son, Christopher Robin Milne, who appears to have been about three when "When We Were Very Young" was published. The book is a collection of 45 poems that celebrate a world and a point of view that a very young person could understand and enjoy. It became a best-seller.\n\nChristopher Robin is introduced as a character in some of the poems. We first meet him in the Preface, "Just Before We Begin." In it we learn of a swan which he feeds upon a lake and who he has named "Pooh." Milne comments on the fortuitous rhyming of that name with the lowing of the local cattle, "moo," and intends us to believe that that led to the idea of writing the poems that comprise "When We Were Very Young." Later, of course, this name became attached to a rather lovable bear who had whole books of his adventures written by Milne over the next few years. We will meet that teddy bear in one of poems of this book!- Summary by Mark Smith |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/when-we-were-very-young-version-by-a-a-milne/ |
a a milne wrote many poems entertain young son christopher robin milne appears three when young published book collection 45 poems celebrate world point view young person could understand enjoy became best seller christopher robin introduced character poems first meet preface just begin learn swan feeds upon lake named pooh milne comments fortuitous rhyming name lowing local cattle moo intends us believe led idea writing poems comprise when young later course name became attached rather lovable bear whole books adventures written milne next years meet teddy bear one poems book summary mark smith |
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13868 |
14787 |
Stories of the Ships |
Lewis R. Freeman |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
While most associate the "Great War" with trenches, barbed wire, machine guns, and poison gas, ships played roles in the military at the beginning of the 20th century. Stories of the Ships is a 1919 collection of accounts described in the first person by those who fought battles on the sea during World War I. It gives the listener a more complete account of the conflicts that defined the most costly war in history. Lewis Ransome Freeman (1878 – 1960) was an American explorer, journalist and war correspondent who wrote over twenty books chronicling his many travels, as well as numerous articles. He became a lieutenant in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve in 1917-18. He was a correspondent attached to the Grand Fleet late in the war, and was a staff member for the Inter-Allied Naval Armistice Commission which traveled to Germany in 1918. (Summary by Jeffery Smith and David Wales) |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/stories-of-the-ships-by-lewis-r-freeman/ |
associate great war trenches barbed wire machine guns poison gas ships played roles military beginning 20th century stories ships 1919 collection accounts described first person fought battles sea world war i gives listener complete account conflicts defined costly war history lewis ransome freeman 1878 1960 american explorer journalist war correspondent wrote twenty books chronicling many travels well numerous articles became lieutenant royal naval volunteer reserve 1917 18 correspondent attached grand fleet late war staff member inter allied naval armistice commission traveled germany 1918 summary jeffery smith david wales |
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13869 |
14788 |
Rufus and Rose, or The Fortunes of Rough and Ready |
Horatio Alger, Jr. |
Children's Fiction |
Here are the adventures of Rufus, an older brother caring for his sister after leaving their drunk stepfather - captured by counterfeiters - will his honesty, hard work, and luck win out? Nineteenth century New York City is the perfect backdrop for this tale.\n\nThis is the final volume in a 6-book series that Horatio Alger, Jr. wrote for boys during the mid-1800s. Alger, Jr. focused on stories that show boys rising from impoverished circumstances to successful middle-class positions. These boys often found mentors who helped them improve their situations. Alger, Jr.'s stories were somewhat Dickensian in focusing on New York City runaways, bootblacks, luggage carriers, newsboys, etc., but they were written on a level for boys to enjoy. (Lynette Caulkins) |
English |
1870 |
https://librivox.org/rufus-and-rose-or-the-fortunes-of-rough-and-ready-by-horatio-alger-jr/ |
adventures rufus older brother caring sister leaving drunk stepfather captured counterfeiters honesty hard work luck win out nineteenth century new york city perfect backdrop tale final volume 6 book series horatio alger jr wrote boys mid 1800s alger jr focused stories show boys rising impoverished circumstances successful middle class positions boys often found mentors helped improve situations alger jr s stories somewhat dickensian focusing new york city runaways bootblacks luggage carriers newsboys etc written level boys enjoy lynette caulkins |
| 13873 |
13870 |
14789 |
Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 03 December 1895 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a monthly literary magazine, publishing original short stories, often about uncanny or fantastical topics. Many writers were largely unknown, but some famous authors also wrote original material for this magazine.<br>\nThe following 6 stories are included in this third issue:<br>\n"The great star ruby", by Barnes MacGreggor, pseud. of H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): a man tells the thrilling story of the theft of a very valuable ruby<br>\n"The interrupted banquet", by René Bache (1861-1933): at this strange dinner party, a young man is told some shocking news by the other guests<br>\n"The archangel", by James Q. Hyatt: brides from organized wedding agencies sometimes don't turn out what the groom expects<br>\n"Asleep at Lone Mountain", by H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): a toddler wins the hearts of his fellow passengers during a long train journey cross-country<br>\n"Kootchie", by Harold Kinsabby, pseud. of H. D. Umbstaetter (1851-1913): a mean-spirited dog finally finds its match in fierceness<br>\n"Frazer's find", by Roberta Littlehale: the life of a gold-digger changes unexpectedly the day he rescues a young boy<br> - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/black-cat-01-03-dec1895-by-various/ |
black cat 1895 1922 monthly literary magazine publishing original short stories often uncanny fantastical topics many writers largely unknown famous authors also wrote original material magazine br following 6 stories included third issue br the great star ruby barnes macgreggor pseud h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 man tells thrilling story theft valuable ruby br the interrupted banquet rené bache 1861 1933 strange dinner party young man told shocking news guests br the archangel james q hyatt brides organized wedding agencies sometimes turn groom expects br asleep lone mountain h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 toddler wins hearts fellow passengers long train journey cross country br kootchie harold kinsabby pseud h d umbstaetter 1851 1913 mean spirited dog finally finds match fierceness br frazer s find roberta littlehale life gold digger changes unexpectedly day rescues young boy br summary sonia |
| 13874 |
13871 |
14790 |
Story of Sitka |
Clarence Leroy Andrews |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
The Author recounts life in the great northwest in Sitka, Alaska "Sitka of the Russians" a century ago with insights into Sitka's settlement, natives, churches, social life, trade etc., when it was at the center of trade a century ago. ( Summary by Rita Boutros ) |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-story-of-sitka-by-clarence-leroy-andrews/ |
author recounts life great northwest sitka alaska sitka russians century ago insights sitka s settlement natives churches social life trade etc center trade century ago summary rita boutros |
| 13875 |
13872 |
14792 |
Légendes rustiques |
George Sand |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Voici une collection de 16 contes et légendes de la plume de George Sand (1804-1876), ainsi que la correspondance sur l'affaire tragique de la jeune paysane Fanchette, qui lui tenait à coeur. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/legendes-rustiques-by-george-sand/ |
voici une collection de 16 contes et légendes de la plume de george sand 1804 1876 ainsi que la correspondance sur l affaire tragique de la jeune paysane fanchette qui lui tenait à coeur summary sonia |
| 13876 |
13873 |
14793 |
Carpenter's World Travels: Australia, New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas |
Frank G. Carpenter |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Travel stories of the land "Down Under" from 100 years ago. Native life and scenery and commerce of islands such as Tonga and Fiji as well as the bustling city of Sydney. Summary by BettyB |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/australia-by-frank-g-carpenter/ |
travel stories land down under 100 years ago native life scenery commerce islands tonga fiji well bustling city sydney summary bettyb |
| 13877 |
13876 |
14796 |
Negro's Complaint |
William Cowper |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of The Negro's Complaint by William Cowper.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for February 9, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nCowper, an English poet, wrote a poem called "The Negro's Complaint" (1788) which rapidly became very famous, and was often quoted by Martin Luther King Jr. during the 20th century civil rights movement. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/the-negros-complaint-by-william-cowper/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings negro s complaint william cowper br fortnightly poetry project february 9 2020 br br cowper english poet wrote poem called the negro s complaint 1788 rapidly became famous often quoted martin luther king jr 20th century civil rights movement summary wikipedia |
| 13878 |
13877 |
14797 |
Adelphi: or, The Brothers |
Terence |
Comedy |
"Micio and Demea are two brothers of dissimilar tempers. Demea is married, and lives a country life, while his brother remains single, and resides in Athens." Things quickly get a bit messy with hushed-up debauchery, kidnapping/elopement/theft of a slave, general carousing, and marriage nuptials - the usual for the day perhaps, except that: "The Play concludes with a serious warning from Demea, who advises his relatives not to squander their means in riotous living; but, on the contrary, to bear admonition and to submit to restraint in a spirit of moderation and thankfulness."\n - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDemea, Brother, aged Athenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nMicio, Brother, aged Athenian: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nHegio, an aged Athenian, kinsman of Sostrata: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13851">Ethan Hurst</a><br>\nÆschinus, son of Demea, adopted by Micio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCtesipho, another son of Demea: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13652">Shashank Jakhmola</a><br>\nSannio, a Procurer: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nGeta, servant of Sostrata: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nParmeno, servant of Micio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nSyrus, servant of Micio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nDromo, servant of Micio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nPamphila, a young woman beloved by Æschinus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nSostrata, a widow, mother of Pamphila: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nCanthara, a Nurse: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEdited: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/adelphi-or-the-brothers-by-terence/ |
micio demea two brothers dissimilar tempers demea married lives country life brother remains single resides athens things quickly get bit messy hushed up debauchery kidnapping elopement theft slave general carousing marriage nuptials usual day perhaps except that the play concludes serious warning demea advises relatives squander means riotous living but contrary bear admonition submit restraint spirit moderation thankfulness summary translator br br cast list br demea brother aged athenian a href https librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br micio brother aged athenian a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br hegio aged athenian kinsman sostrata a href https librivox org reader 13851 ethan hurst a br æschinus son demea adopted micio a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br ctesipho another son demea a href https librivox org reader 13652 shashank jakhmola a br sannio procurer a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br geta servant sostrata a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br parmeno servant micio a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br syrus servant micio a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br dromo servant micio a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br pamphila young woman beloved æschinus a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br sostrata widow mother pamphila a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br canthara nurse a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br edited a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13879 |
13878 |
14798 |
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 1-11 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 1-11 cover the Gospel of St Luke 1:1 - 3:23. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-luke-sermons-1-11-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 1 11 cover gospel st luke 1 1 3 23 summary reader |
| 13880 |
13879 |
14800 |
Coniston Tales |
William Gershom Collingwood |
Essays & Short Works, Antiquity |
A selection of poems and short prose pieces grounded in the landscape, history and legends of Coniston in the English Lake District. W. G. Collingwood gave up a promising academic career as a young Oxford graduate to become John Ruskin's personal secretary, living at first in his home, Brantwood, at Coniston. In the spirit of self-sufficiency that typified their community, Collingwood first published these pieces in 'Nothing Much', a faimily magazine edited by his young children and circulated to friends by private subscription. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/coniston-tales-by-william-gershom-collingwood/ |
selection poems short prose pieces grounded landscape history legends coniston english lake district w g collingwood gave promising academic career young oxford graduate become john ruskin s personal secretary living first home brantwood coniston spirit self sufficiency typified community collingwood first published pieces nothing much faimily magazine edited young children circulated friends private subscription summary phil benson |
| 13881 |
13880 |
14802 |
Destination Of Man |
Johann Gottlieb Fichte |
Psychology, Modern, Christianity - Other |
Johanne Fichte published The Destination of Man (Die Bestimmung des Menschen) in 1799. It was translated into English in 1846 by Jane Sinnett and then again in 1848 by William Smith. Fichte says his book is designed to "raise [the reader] from the sensuous world, to that which is above sense." Francis Bacon said, in The Advancement of Learning, "the two ways of contemplation are not unlike the two ways of action commonly spoken of by the ancients; the one plain and smooth in the beginning, and in the end impassable; the other rough and troublesome in the entrance, but after a while fair and even. So it is in contemplation; if a man will begin with certainties, he shall end in doubts; but if he will be content to begin with doubts, he shall end in certainties." Rene Descartes said "in order to seek truth, it is necessary once in the course of our life, to doubt, as far as possible, of all things." Fichte moves from doubt to knowledge and finally to faith in his exploration of the self. (Summary by Craig Campbell) |
English |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/the-destination-of-man-by-johann-gottlieb-fichte/ |
johanne fichte published destination man die bestimmung des menschen 1799 translated english 1846 jane sinnett 1848 william smith fichte says book designed raise the reader sensuous world sense francis bacon said advancement learning the two ways contemplation unlike two ways action commonly spoken ancients one plain smooth beginning end impassable rough troublesome entrance fair even contemplation man begin certainties shall end doubts content begin doubts shall end certainties rene descartes said in order seek truth necessary course life doubt far possible things fichte moves doubt knowledge finally faith exploration self summary craig campbell |
| 13882 |
13881 |
14803 |
Adventures of Puss in Boots, Jr. |
David Cory |
Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of more than 40 children's books. This is the first in the series of Puss in Boots, Jr. The roots fo the legend of Puss in Boots seems to back to Italian folklore. These books are written for younger readers, about second grade and up, hence the "junior" designation. (Summary by Larry Wilson) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-puss-in-boots-jr-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 40 children s books first series puss boots jr roots fo legend puss boots seems back italian folklore books written younger readers second grade up hence junior designation summary larry wilson |
| 13883 |
13882 |
14804 |
Five Nations Vol I |
Rudyard Kipling |
Single author |
Rudyard Kipling was the first English recipient of the Nobel Prize in literature and the youngest at the time to be so rewarded. His children’s stories and poems have been enduring expressions of his times, many tied to India, the country of his birth. <br><br>Five Nations is a collection of poems covering the wide range of the British Kingdom at the time, though there is some debate as to what the Five Nations refer. There are two groups of poems in these volumes, unnamed poems and the service poems. Many of these have military themes and range over many wars of the British Empire. (Summary by Larry Wilson) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-five-nations-vol-i-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
rudyard kipling first english recipient nobel prize literature youngest time rewarded children s stories poems enduring expressions times many tied india country birth br br five nations collection poems covering wide range british kingdom time though debate five nations refer two groups poems volumes unnamed poems service poems many military themes range many wars british empire summary larry wilson |
| 13884 |
13883 |
14806 |
Witch of the Glens |
Sally Watson |
Fantasy Fiction |
The time is 1644 in Inverness Scotland. Kelpie, now a teenage girl, doesn't remember being kidnapped by Gypsies. They had kidnapped her at a very young age because her "Second Sight" that was indicated by her blue ringed eyes. Kelpie desperately wishes she were a witch and often wondered where she had come from. We follow Kelpie through a series of events that changes her life forever. - Summary by kirk202 |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/witch-of-the-glens-by-sally-watson/ |
time 1644 inverness scotland kelpie teenage girl remember kidnapped gypsies kidnapped young age second sight indicated blue ringed eyes kelpie desperately wishes witch often wondered come from follow kelpie series events changes life forever summary kirk202 |
| 13885 |
13884 |
14807 |
Opals |
Olive Custance |
Single author |
At age 16, London blueblood Olive Custance already figured in literary circles shared by Oscar Wilde and John Gray. She later wrote for the "Yellow Book", a notorious British quarterly of the late 1890's, featuring poems, essays, short stories and artwork by many well-known writers and artists of the age. In 1902 she married Lord Alfred ‘Bosie’ Douglas, famed for his relationship with Oscar Wilde. Opals, her first published poetry collection, appeared in 1897 when she was just 23, to be followed by Rainbows (1902), The Blue Bird (1905) and The Inn of Dreams (1911). - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/opals-by-olive-custance/ |
age 16 london blueblood olive custance already figured literary circles shared oscar wilde john gray later wrote yellow book notorious british quarterly late 1890 s featuring poems essays short stories artwork many well known writers artists age 1902 married lord alfred bosie douglas famed relationship oscar wilde opals first published poetry collection appeared 1897 23 followed rainbows 1902 blue bird 1905 inn dreams 1911 summary nemo |
| 13886 |
13885 |
14808 |
"Mind The Paint" Girl |
Louis Tracy |
General Fiction |
"The "Mind The Paint" Girl, by Louis Tracy, is a delightful novelization of Sir Arthur Pinero's sparkling comedy now having a successful New York run.... Mr. Tracy has caught the very spirit of the drama and has told its story with much of the same vivre that has packed the theatre and made it impossible to get seats except several weeks in advance. It is the story of the meteoric rise of a lovely young musical comedy actress whose song "Mind the Paint" put London at her feet and the opportunity of placing several British coronets on her head." Note that we also have the play itself available here at Librivox. - Summary by Bookseller Magazine of 1912 |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-mind-the-paint-girl-by-louis-tracy/ |
the mind paint girl louis tracy delightful novelization sir arthur pinero s sparkling comedy successful new york run mr tracy caught spirit drama told story much vivre packed theatre made impossible get seats except several weeks advance story meteoric rise lovely young musical comedy actress whose song mind paint put london feet opportunity placing several british coronets head note also play available librivox summary bookseller magazine 1912 |
| 13887 |
13886 |
14810 |
Great Epochs in American History, Volume II |
Francis Whiting Halsey |
*Non-fiction, History |
This is the second volume in ten volume series of great epochs in the history of the United States, from the landing of Columbus to the building of the Panama Canal. In large part, events composing each epoch are described by men who participated in them, or were personal eye-witnesses of them. Volume II describes first colonies in America and covers time period from 1562 to 1733. - Summary by Kikisaulite |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/great-epochs-in-american-history-volume-ii-by-francis-whiting-halsey/ |
second volume ten volume series great epochs history united states landing columbus building panama canal large part events composing epoch described men participated them personal eye witnesses them volume ii describes first colonies america covers time period 1562 1733 summary kikisaulite |
| 13888 |
13887 |
14811 |
Workhouse Characters |
Margaret Nevinson |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Short Stories |
In 1904, Margaret Nevinson, a respectable lady and active suffragette, joined the board of guardians in Hampstead Heath. The guardians had responsibility over the parish workhouse. In the UK, before the 1930s, one could not receive welfare assistance unless he or she entered the workhouse. A house for which one had to work. The conditions were so poor, sometimes even poorer then conditions in prison. The workhouse inspired many novels, the most famous is Oliver Twist. This collection of short stories is about the horrors Margaret saw, chiefly about things women had to endure. A married woman collected money and found a house for her and her children, but could not leave the workhouse as she was, by law, "the property of her husband." This particular story was adapted from her one-act play "In The Workhouse" which helped change that law only two years later. In another story, a smart lady who studied at the University Of Cambridge sinks into depression after the death of her husband and finds herself drunk at the workhouse. In 26 tales, Nevinson details the horrors of the system, one after the other, in an engaging and elegant style which appealed to the public. This book is perfect for fans of Charles Dickens, and for all those who love feminism and social history. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/workhouse-characters-by-margaret-nevinson/ |
1904 margaret nevinson respectable lady active suffragette joined board guardians hampstead heath guardians responsibility parish workhouse uk 1930s one could receive welfare assistance unless entered workhouse house one work conditions poor sometimes even poorer conditions prison workhouse inspired many novels famous oliver twist collection short stories horrors margaret saw chiefly things women endure married woman collected money found house children could leave workhouse was law the property husband particular story adapted one act play in workhouse helped change law two years later another story smart lady studied university cambridge sinks depression death husband finds drunk workhouse 26 tales nevinson details horrors system one other engaging elegant style appealed public book perfect fans charles dickens love feminism social history summary stav nisser |
| 13889 |
13888 |
14812 |
Lena Rivers |
Mary Jane Holmes |
General Fiction |
If you're a fan of mid-19th Century melodramas with many twists and turns you will love this book. Acclaimed as Holmes greatest commercial success the charming heroine of this tale is Lena Rivers whose mother died when she was a baby. The father is unknown, and she is brought up by her grandparents in the New England mountains.<br><br>\nWhen the grandfather dies, she and her grandmother are uprooted to live with her uncle in Kentucky. His wealthy wife and 3 spoiled children are not at all happy about taking in these poor relations and do all they can to make them feel unwelcome. Sometimes highly emotional, sometimes hilarious the characters in this good old-fashioned romance are captivating and will pull you in until the very satisfying end. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/lena-rivers-by-mary-jane-holmes/ |
fan mid 19th century melodramas many twists turns love book acclaimed holmes greatest commercial success charming heroine tale lena rivers whose mother died baby father unknown brought grandparents new england mountains br br grandfather dies grandmother uprooted live uncle kentucky wealthy wife 3 spoiled children happy taking poor relations make feel unwelcome sometimes highly emotional sometimes hilarious characters good old fashioned romance captivating pull satisfying end summary celine major |
| 13890 |
13889 |
14814 |
Sésame et les lys |
John Ruskin |
Essays & Short Works |
La préface est écrite en 1906, par Marcel Proust, il s'agit de ce texte très célèbre et passionnant : "Sur la lecture". Puis suivent deux conférences de 1865 de John Ruskin avec en 01: Sésame, et, en 02 : Les lys., traduites en français par Marcel Proust en 1906.\nLecture, littérature, l’importance de lire, et aussi des propos sur l’éducation. De jolies références à La Bible, Shakespeare, W. Scott, La Chevalerie … etc... Notes de bas de pages non lues. ( Christiane Jehanne) |
French |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/sesame-et-les-lys-by-john-ruskin/ |
la préface est écrite en 1906 par marcel proust il s agit de ce texte très célèbre et passionnant sur la lecture puis suivent deux conférences de 1865 de john ruskin avec en 01 sésame et en 02 les lys traduites en français par marcel proust en 1906 lecture littérature l importance de lire et aussi des propos sur l éducation de jolies références à la bible shakespeare w scott la chevalerie etc notes de bas de pages non lues christiane jehanne |
| 13891 |
13890 |
14816 |
Pascendi Dominici Gregis (On the Errors of the Modernists) |
Pope St Pius X |
Christianity - Other |
During a relatively short pontificate (1903 - 1914) Pope Pius X devoted much of his time to dealing with issues related to the rapid spread of secularism in the early Twentieth century. Pius eschewed the liberal approach of his immediate predecessor, Leo XIII, favouring instead the strict doctrinal guidelines established by Pope Pius IX in the Syllabus of Errors (1864). Pius X defined the root cause of the decline of the influence of the Catholic Church to be Modernism, a philosophical and artistic movement which came to prominence in the later Nineteenth Century.<br><br>\n\nThe largest and most notable Encyclical of Pius X is Pascendi Dominici Gregis (On the Errors of the Modernists), published in 1907. This letter contains the famous statement, "Modernism is the synthesis of all heresies," and includes a lengthy appendix which contains a history of modernistic thought and refutations of the views held by its most celebrated representatives. |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/pascendi-dominici-gregis-on-the-errors-of-the-modernists-by-pope-st-pius-x/ |
relatively short pontificate 1903 1914 pope pius x devoted much time dealing issues related rapid spread secularism early twentieth century pius eschewed liberal approach immediate predecessor leo xiii favouring instead strict doctrinal guidelines established pope pius ix syllabus errors 1864 pius x defined root cause decline influence catholic church modernism philosophical artistic movement came prominence later nineteenth century br br largest notable encyclical pius x pascendi dominici gregis on errors modernists published 1907 letter contains famous statement modernism synthesis heresies includes lengthy appendix contains history modernistic thought refutations views held celebrated representatives |
| 13892 |
13891 |
14817 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 085 |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the 85th Librivox short story collection. Once again, readers selected stories covering a wide variety of subjects. Several stories by Anna Cora Mowatt take a quirky look at married life, Kipling's India and a lesson for a king are included in this anthology/ |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-085-by-various/ |
85th librivox short story collection again readers selected stories covering wide variety subjects several stories anna cora mowatt take quirky look married life kipling s india lesson king included anthology |
| 13893 |
13892 |
14818 |
Ahnen, Bd. I.2 Ingraban |
Gustav Freytag |
Historical Fiction |
Vor geraumer Zeit wurde ein Mammutprojekt begonnen zu vertonen: Die 6 Bände von Gustav Freytags 'Die Ahnen'. Der erste Band wurde ob seiner Länge in zwei Teile gesplittet und Teil 1 - Ingo als Gemeinschaftsprojekt bearbeitet und vollendet. Eine Fortsetzung wurde aber bisher nicht in Angriff genommen und so soll jetzt zumindest Band I mit 'Ingabran' vervollständigt werden. Erzählt wird die Geschichte Ingrabans, einem Nachkommen von Ingo, der seine Braut aus der Geiselhaft der Sorben befreit und im Rahmen der Christianisierung Thüringens selbst zum Christen wird und später Bonifatius auf seinem Missonszug zu den Friesen folgt und dort den Tod findet. Die Erzählung bginnt im Jahre 724 und endet circa 30 Jahre später. - Summary by Bernd Ungerer |
German |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/die-ahnen-ingraban-by-gustav-freytag/ |
vor geraumer zeit wurde ein mammutprojekt begonnen zu vertonen die 6 bände von gustav freytags die ahnen der erste band wurde ob seiner länge zwei teile gesplittet und teil 1 ingo als gemeinschaftsprojekt bearbeitet und vollendet eine fortsetzung wurde aber bisher nicht angriff genommen und soll jetzt zumindest band mit ingabran vervollständigt werden erzählt wird die geschichte ingrabans einem nachkommen von ingo der seine braut aus der geiselhaft der sorben befreit und im rahmen der christianisierung thüringens selbst zum christen wird und später bonifatius auf seinem missonszug zu den friesen folgt und dort den tod findet die erzählung bginnt im jahre 724 und endet circa 30 jahre später summary bernd ungerer |
| 13894 |
13893 |
14819 |
Dichtungen |
Georg Heym |
Single author, Lyric |
Georg Heym gilt als einer der wichtigsten Lyriker des frühen literarischen Expressionismus. Diese Sammlung enthält einen zu Lebzeiten veröffentlichten Gedichtband sowie zwei Bände, zusammengestellt aus seinem Nachlass. In den Gedichten verarbeitet Heym die in jener Zeit spürbare Angst vor Krieg und Naturkatastrophen, bis hin zu Weltuntergangsstimmungen.<br><br><i>Gedichtbände:</i><br>Der ewige Tag (1 – 40)<br>Umbra vitae - Nachgelassene Gedichte (41 – 83)<br>Der Himmel Trauerspiel – Gedichte aus dem Nachlaß (84 – 131)<br><br>Heym starb leider viel zu früh, als er beim Schlittschuhlaufen auf der Havel seinen eingebrochenen und ertrinkenden Freund Ernst Balcke retten wollte. (summary by lorda) <br><br> |
German |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/dichtungen-by-georg-heym/ |
georg heym gilt als einer der wichtigsten lyriker des frühen literarischen expressionismus diese sammlung enthält einen zu lebzeiten veröffentlichten gedichtband sowie zwei bände zusammengestellt aus seinem nachlass den gedichten verarbeitet heym die jener zeit spürbare angst vor krieg und naturkatastrophen bis hin zu weltuntergangsstimmungen br br i gedichtbände i br der ewige tag 1 40 br umbra vitae nachgelassene gedichte 41 83 br der himmel trauerspiel gedichte aus dem nachlaß 84 131 br br heym starb leider viel zu früh als er beim schlittschuhlaufen auf der havel seinen eingebrochenen und ertrinkenden freund ernst balcke retten wollte summary lorda br br |
| 13895 |
13894 |
14820 |
Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 21, March 23, 1880 |
Various |
Children's Fiction, Children's Non-fiction |
Harper's Young People, an illustrated weekly publication for children, includes serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles, and other fun. This 21st issue of the serial, published on March 23, 1880, transports readers to steep mountain sides in Switzerland where wild chamois play, to a kingdom with a vengeful wolf searching for the tailor who wronged him, to a busy barnyard where a boy's creative thinking saves his friend, and to many more real and fantastical places. This periodical was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. (Summary by Jill Engle) |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/harpers-young-people-vol-01-issue-21-by-various/ |
harper s young people illustrated weekly publication children includes serialized one off short stories tales history poetry puzzles fun 21st issue serial published march 23 1880 transports readers steep mountain sides switzerland wild chamois play kingdom vengeful wolf searching tailor wronged him busy barnyard boy s creative thinking saves friend many real fantastical places periodical published harper brothers known today publications harper s bazaar harper s magazine summary jill engle |
| 13896 |
13902 |
14831 |
Sowing and Reaping |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Family Life, Religious Fiction, Romance |
This novel is subtitled A Temperance Story, which identifies explicitly the focus of the work. Frances Harper is a Christian moralist and uses her writings for didactic purposes. Here she contrast two couples, one, Belle and Paul, who do not drink and whose lives are happier and more productive, and the other, Jeanette and Charles, who lives are destroyed by the demon rum. (N.B. There are some missing portions of the text)\n \n\n |
English |
1876 |
https://librivox.org/sowing-and-reaping-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
novel subtitled temperance story identifies explicitly focus work frances harper christian moralist uses writings didactic purposes contrast two couples one belle paul drink whose lives happier productive other jeanette charles lives destroyed demon rum n b missing portions text |
| 13897 |
13895 |
14821 |
At the Closed Gate of Justice |
James David Corrothers |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 6 recordings of At the Closed Gate of Justice by James David Corrothers.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 16, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nContinuing with our February Black History Month theme, this Weekly Poem is from The Book of American Negro Poetry (1922) by James Weldon Johnson (1871 to 1938). James David Corrothers was an African-American poet, journalist, and minister whom editor T. Thomas Fortune called "the coming poet of the race." When he died, W. E. B. Du Bois eulogized him as "a serious loss to the race and to literature." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/at-the-closed-gate-of-justice-by-james-david-corrothers/ |
librivox volunteers bring 6 recordings closed gate justice james david corrothers br weekly poetry project february 16 2020 br br continuing february black history month theme weekly poem book american negro poetry 1922 james weldon johnson 1871 1938 james david corrothers african american poet journalist minister editor t thomas fortune called the coming poet race died w e b du bois eulogized a serious loss race literature summary wikipedia |
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13896 |
14822 |
Poems of the Great War |
Various |
Anthologies |
At a time when the need for courage and tenacity of the British people was at its peak, these poems published at the outset of the First World War emerged as an attempt to bolster the war effort and reinforce the determination of a people and a country under siege. <br>\n<br>\nDespite the fact that the war was to continue for another four dreary, deadly years, these poems - poems of hope, victory and a wished for peace - assisted a nation in peril to cope with the daily threat to its existence and helped remind the British people of the leaders they were in the fight for freedom and justice.<br>\n<br>\nMuch praise is due this diverse band of inspirational poets who assumed the rallying cry of a nation whose liberty was under threat and took it upon themselves to unite and arouse a people's resistance against the developing perils that were befalling them.<br>\n<br>\nThese are poets who knew there was a solution to the war's conundrum of escalating violence and that it lay through the issuance of a rallying cry for a great nation to uphold the rule of law and fight this new and fierce enemy - this enemy of peace-loving nations, an evil that would consume all in its path if permitted. <br>\n<br>\n\nThis rallying cry, this plea, this decree, this appeal to the resistance that defined a nation and which would ultimately spell victory is eloquently articulated by Poet Laureate, Robert Bridges, as he commands, "Up, careless, awake! Ye peacemakers, fight! England stands for Honour: God defend the Right!" - Summary by Bruce Kachuk<br>\n<br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/poems-of-the-great-war-by-various/ |
time need courage tenacity british people peak poems published outset first world war emerged attempt bolster war effort reinforce determination people country siege br br despite fact war continue another four dreary deadly years poems poems hope victory wished peace assisted nation peril cope daily threat existence helped remind british people leaders fight freedom justice br br much praise due diverse band inspirational poets assumed rallying cry nation whose liberty threat took upon unite arouse people s resistance developing perils befalling them br br poets knew solution war s conundrum escalating violence lay issuance rallying cry great nation uphold rule law fight new fierce enemy enemy peace loving nations evil would consume path permitted br br rallying cry plea decree appeal resistance defined nation would ultimately spell victory eloquently articulated poet laureate robert bridges commands up careless awake ye peacemakers fight england stands honour god defend right summary bruce kachuk br br |
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13897 |
14824 |
Safo |
Alphonse Daudet |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Juan, joven provinciano, conoce a Safo una mujer de los bajos fondos de París bastante mayor que él pero que sigue siendo bellísima. Entre ellos se establece una tormentosa relación de la que Juan se ve imposibilitado para salir. A pesar de la época en que fue escrita, Safo, bien podría representar a la mujer contemporánea. - Summary by Montse González |
Spanish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/safo-by-alphonse-daudet/ |
juan joven provinciano conoce safo una mujer de los bajos fondos de parís bastante mayor que él pero que sigue siendo bellísima entre ellos se establece una tormentosa relación de la que juan se imposibilitado para salir pesar de la época en que fue escrita safo bien podría representar la mujer contemporánea summary montse gonzález |
| 13900 |
13898 |
14825 |
Chronicles of America Volume 15 - Jefferson and his Colleagues |
Allen Johnson |
Biography & Autobiography, History , Law |
In this volume, we have the Virginia Dynasty of presidents: Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe. America at this time was involved in expansion with the Louisiana Purchase and the annexation of the Floridas. Then too we were involved in international affairs especially with Tripoli, England (the War of 1812), and Spain. And all this led to the establishment of what has become known as the Monroe Doctrine. At the end of it all, America has become more thoroughly American. Of course, on the horizon as a consequence of The Missouri Compromise looms the controversy surrounding slavery. This is Volume 15 of the Chronicles of America Series.\n |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/jefferson-and-his-colleagues-by-allen-johnson/ |
volume virginia dynasty presidents jefferson madison monroe america time involved expansion louisiana purchase annexation floridas involved international affairs especially tripoli england the war 1812 spain led establishment become known monroe doctrine end all america become thoroughly american course horizon consequence missouri compromise looms controversy surrounding slavery volume 15 chronicles america series |
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13899 |
14826 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 09 - 01. January 1898 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, Vol IX, the January Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>Three Weeks in Hubbard Bay, West Greenland, by Robert Stein.</li>\n<li>The Samoan Cocoanut, by A. W. Greely</li>\n<li>The Modern Mississippi Problem, by W J McGee</li>\n<li>Our Foreign Trade, by Henry Gannett</li>\n<li>The Presidency of the National Geographic Society</li>\n<li>Geographic Literature, by H. T Newcomb</li>\n<li>Miscellanea</li></ul><br><br> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-national-geographic-magazine-vol-09-01-january-1898-by-national-geographic-society/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly vol ix january number br includes following articles br br ul li three weeks hubbard bay west greenland robert stein li li the samoan cocoanut a w greely li li the modern mississippi problem w j mcgee li li our foreign trade henry gannett li li the presidency national geographic society li li geographic literature h newcomb li li miscellanea li ul br br |
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13900 |
14828 |
Jacko and Jumpo Kinkytail |
Howard R. Garis |
Children's Fiction |
<p> Once upon a time, not so very many years ago, there were two little monkey boys who lived with their papa and mamma off in the woods in a funny house at the top of a tall tree. These little monkeys were the cutest and most cunning chaps you would want to see, even if you went in an airship to the circus.</p>\n\n<p>I have already told you something about one of them—a red monkey—who traveled with Uncle Wiggily Longears, when the old gentleman rabbit was going about, seeking his fortune. Well, this red monkey's name was Jacko Kinkytail; and his tail, as were the tails of all his family, was all twisted up in kinks. That's how Jacko got his last name—Kinkytail. His brother's name was Jumpo, and Jumpo was colored green. The reason for that was this:\nOnce Jumpo's mamma bought him a green balloon at the circus. Jumpo was a little baby then, and he didn't know any better than to try to eat the green balloon. Perhaps he thought it was candy. At any rate, before his mamma saw him he had chewed nearly half of the balloon, and he soon turned a pretty green color like the leaves on the trees. Oh! his mamma and papa felt dreadful about it, and they did everything they could to get the color out of the little monkey, but they couldn't, and green he stayed.</p>\n\n<p>"But it doesn't much matter," said Jumpo's papa, "for as long as Jacko is red I think it is nice to have his brother colored green. They look so odd and queer when they go out walking together." "Oh, but think of having one's children red and green, like some flag," cried Mamma Kinkytail. However, it couldn't be helped, so now I'll tell you some stories of Jacko and Jumpo.</p> - Summary by Chapter 1 |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/jacko-and-jumpo-kinkytail-by-howard-r-garis/ |
p upon time many years ago two little monkey boys lived papa mamma woods funny house top tall tree little monkeys cutest cunning chaps would want see even went airship circus p p i already told something one them a red monkey who traveled uncle wiggily longears old gentleman rabbit going about seeking fortune well red monkey s name jacko kinkytail tail tails family twisted kinks that s jacko got last name kinkytail brother s name jumpo jumpo colored green reason this jumpo s mamma bought green balloon circus jumpo little baby then know better try eat green balloon perhaps thought candy rate mamma saw chewed nearly half balloon soon turned pretty green color like leaves trees oh mamma papa felt dreadful it everything could get color little monkey couldn t green stayed p p but much matter said jumpo s papa for long jacko red think nice brother colored green look odd queer go walking together oh think one s children red green like flag cried mamma kinkytail however helped i ll tell stories jacko jumpo p summary chapter 1 |
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13901 |
14830 |
Minnie's Sacrifice |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance |
Minnie, who lives in the South, does not know she is a mulatto. She is sent to the North after her mother's death, and there she marries Louis, who is ironically also of mixed parentage. The story revolves around their discoveries and how they deal with their true identities. (N.B. There are some missing portions of the text.) |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/minnies-sacrifice-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
minnie lives south know mulatto sent north mother s death marries louis ironically also mixed parentage story revolves around discoveries deal true identities n b missing portions text |
| 13904 |
13903 |
14833 |
Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner |
James Hogg |
General Fiction |
The author calls this a religious parable and it is called an allegory in the book itself. A young, 18th century Scottish boy is converted to strict Calvinist theology, strives for assurance of his salvation as an elect person, eventually confirmed for him by his hyper-strict, hyper-fundamentalist pastor and mentor. Assured that no sin can affect his salvation and election, he comes under the influence of a strange, manipulative, controlling presence (whom we come to recognize as Satan). - Summary by Dean McIntyre |
English |
1824 |
https://librivox.org/the-private-memoirs-and-confessions-of-a-justified-sinner-by-james-hogg/ |
author calls religious parable called allegory book itself young 18th century scottish boy converted strict calvinist theology strives assurance salvation elect person eventually confirmed hyper strict hyper fundamentalist pastor mentor assured sin affect salvation election comes influence strange manipulative controlling presence whom come recognize satan summary dean mcintyre |
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13904 |
14834 |
American Notes |
Charles Dickens |
*Non-fiction, Travel & Geography |
Charles Dickens records his impressions of America during his 1842 journey. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone |
English |
1842 |
https://librivox.org/american-notes-by-charles-dickens/ |
charles dickens records impressions america 1842 journey summary brad hamlet filippone |
| 13906 |
13905 |
14840 |
Teddy's Button (Version 3) |
Amy Le Feuvre |
Family Life, Family, Christian Fiction |
Teddy is a little boy who cares about his father's button more than anything in the world. He wants to be in the Queen's army when he grows up, but his pastor tells him how he can be a soldier in God's army while he is still young. Teddy has many ups and downs as he tries to be a good soldier for his Captain, Jesus Christ. (Summary by Kylie) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/teddys-button3-by-amy-le-feuvre/ |
teddy little boy cares father s button anything world wants queen s army grows up pastor tells soldier god s army still young teddy many ups downs tries good soldier captain jesus christ summary kylie |
| 13907 |
13906 |
14842 |
My Flirtations |
Ella Hepworth Dixon |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Many novels, most notably Hannah Webster's The Coquette, focused on how terrible it is for a woman to flirt before her marriage. "I did not speak 20 sentences before sir Robert proposed to me", explained Lady Bidulph while teaching her daughter how to court properly in "Memoirs of Miss Sidney Bidulph". A coquette must be a fool, wicked, and immoral. But Peggy is none of these. She sees things as they are, sometimes too much for her own good, and flirts with men she finds interesting. She decides to tell about them, from her point of view. The feelings, the reasons they did not keep in touch, and her "notions" about them. This is her way to examine late Victorian society including the lives of other oppressed minorities. This novel is considered semi autobiographical. - Summary by Stav Nisser. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/my-flirtations-by-ella-hepworth-dixon/ |
many novels notably hannah webster s coquette focused terrible woman flirt marriage i speak 20 sentences sir robert proposed me explained lady bidulph teaching daughter court properly memoirs miss sidney bidulph coquette must fool wicked immoral peggy none these sees things are sometimes much good flirts men finds interesting decides tell them point view feelings reasons keep touch notions them way examine late victorian society including lives oppressed minorities novel considered semi autobiographical summary stav nisser |
| 13908 |
13907 |
14843 |
Spirit of Bambatse |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
A romance, a shipwreck and a hunt for buried Portuguese treasure in the Transvaal. All the ingredients of an imperial adventure that made Haggard one of the best-selling authors of the early years of the twentieth century. Also published as Benita: An African Romance, The Spirit of Bambatse has been reprinted several times, notably as the 22nd volume of the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy series in 1979. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-spirit-of-bambatse-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
romance shipwreck hunt buried portuguese treasure transvaal ingredients imperial adventure made haggard one best selling authors early years twentieth century also published benita african romance spirit bambatse reprinted several times notably 22nd volume celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy series 1979 summary phil benson |
| 13909 |
13908 |
14844 |
Short Poetry Collection 202 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 51 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for March 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-202-by-various/ |
collection 51 poems read english librivox volunteers march 2020 |
| 13910 |
13909 |
14846 |
Don, a Runaway Dog: His Many Adventures |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
Don was one of five little puppies. With his brothers and sisters he cuddled up close to Mrs. Gurr, the mother dog, to keep warm, for it was rather cool for little dogs, even though there was plenty of straw in the kennel, or house, where they lived. Don shivered and trembled, but when his mother put her soft, warm paw over him and the other little dogs, Don felt better. (Excerpt from Chapter 1) |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/don-a-runaway-dog-his-many-adventures-by-richard-barnum/ |
one five little puppies brothers sisters cuddled close mrs gurr mother dog keep warm rather cool little dogs even though plenty straw kennel house lived shivered trembled mother put soft warm paw little dogs felt better excerpt chapter 1 |
| 13911 |
13910 |
14847 |
mer |
Jules Michelet |
|
Un ouvrage très intéressant (en notre siècle de réflexion pour l'avenir de notre planète et de ses océans), où déjà, y est traitée la protection animale, et proposé le Droit de la mer, grande et belle idée de 1860, de Michelet. Cet ouvrage est une magnifique présentation de nos océans, de la vie maritime, dans un style limpide et clair, sciences, société, et réflexion très profonde et enrichissante. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/mer-by-jules-michelet/ |
un ouvrage très intéressant en notre siècle de réflexion pour l avenir de notre planète et de ses océans où déjà est traitée la protection animale et proposé le droit de la mer grande et belle idée de 1860 de michelet cet ouvrage est une magnifique présentation de nos océans de la vie maritime dans un style limpide et clair sciences société et réflexion très profonde et enrichissante summary christiane jehanne |
| 13912 |
13932 |
14877 |
Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 04 January 1896 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a monthly literary magazine, publishing original short stories, often about uncanny or fantastical topics. Many writers were largely unknown, but some famous authors also wrote original material for this magazine.<br>\nThis is the fourth issue, containing the following 7 stories:<br>\n"In Solomon's Caverns", by Charles Edward Barns: lost in a huge cavern, a man struggles to survive and find his way back to civilization<br>\n"An angel of Tenderfoot Hill", by Frederick Bradford: can two years of absence make a man worthy of the woman he loves ?<br>\n"In Miggles' Alley", by Herman Brownson: how can a baby dangling by a rope from a rooftop be saved from falling to his death ?<br>\n"The missing link", by James Buckham (1858-1908): a man is torn between cowardice and duty after witnessing a violent murder<br>\n"Unchallenged", by Katherine Morrow: a thrilling dare has been set and two girls try to accomplish the challenge<br>\n"Aidu", by Hero Despard: a man seeks to know the secret of his beloved woman, at a terrible cost<br>\n"Mrs Emory's boarder", by C. Marie Mott: the neighbour's young lodger becomes the best companion of a lonely woman<br>\n- Summary by Sonia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/black-cat-01-04-jan1896-by-various/ |
black cat 1895 1922 monthly literary magazine publishing original short stories often uncanny fantastical topics many writers largely unknown famous authors also wrote original material magazine br fourth issue containing following 7 stories br in solomon s caverns charles edward barns lost huge cavern man struggles survive find way back civilization br an angel tenderfoot hill frederick bradford two years absence make man worthy woman loves br in miggles alley herman brownson baby dangling rope rooftop saved falling death br the missing link james buckham 1858 1908 man torn cowardice duty witnessing violent murder br unchallenged katherine morrow thrilling dare set two girls try accomplish challenge br aidu hero despard man seeks know secret beloved woman terrible cost br mrs emory s boarder c marie mott neighbour s young lodger becomes best companion lonely woman br summary sonia |
| 13913 |
13911 |
14849 |
Inn of Dreams |
Olive Custance |
Single author |
At age 16, London blueblood Olive Custance already figured in literary circles shared by Oscar Wilde and John Gray. She later wrote for the "Yellow Book", a notorious British quarterly of the late 1890's, featuring poems, essays, short stories and artwork by many well-known writers and artists of the age. In 1902 she married Lord Alfred ‘Bosie’ Douglas, famed for his relationship with Oscar Wilde. Opals, her first published poetry collection, appeared in 1897 when she was just 23, to be followed by Rainbows (1902), The Blue Bird (1905) and The Inn of Dreams (1911). - Summary by Nemo. \nThese poems are read by Nemo with the Dedication read by Eva Davis. |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-inn-of-dreams-by-olive-custance/ |
age 16 london blueblood olive custance already figured literary circles shared oscar wilde john gray later wrote yellow book notorious british quarterly late 1890 s featuring poems essays short stories artwork many well known writers artists age 1902 married lord alfred bosie douglas famed relationship oscar wilde opals first published poetry collection appeared 1897 23 followed rainbows 1902 blue bird 1905 inn dreams 1911 summary nemo poems read nemo dedication read eva davis |
| 13914 |
13912 |
14850 |
Rainbows |
Olive Custance |
Single author |
At age 16, London blueblood Olive Custance already figured in literary circles shared by Oscar Wilde and John Gray. She later wrote for the "Yellow Book", a notorious British quarterly of the late 1890's, featuring poems, essays, short stories and artwork by many well-known writers and artists of the age. In 1902 she married Lord Alfred ‘Bosie’ Douglas, famed for his relationship with Oscar Wilde. Opals, her first published poetry collection, appeared in 1897 when she was just 23, to be followed by Rainbows (1902), The Blue Bird (1905) and The Inn of Dreams (1911). - Summary by Nemo |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/rainbows-by-olive-custance/ |
age 16 london blueblood olive custance already figured literary circles shared oscar wilde john gray later wrote yellow book notorious british quarterly late 1890 s featuring poems essays short stories artwork many well known writers artists age 1902 married lord alfred bosie douglas famed relationship oscar wilde opals first published poetry collection appeared 1897 23 followed rainbows 1902 blue bird 1905 inn dreams 1911 summary nemo |
| 13915 |
13913 |
14851 |
Trial and Triumph |
Frances E. W. Harper |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Religious Fiction |
This novel, like two other novels that Harper serialized in The Christian Recorder, sets forth the principles which make for a meaningful, moral life. In Trial and Triumph, we follow Annette Harcourt through trials and tribulations, which test her resolve, but because she clings to her values, she does after much struggle achieve success and as a further reward also love. (N.B. There are some missing portions of the text.) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/trial-and-triumph-by-frances-e-w-harper/ |
novel like two novels harper serialized christian recorder sets forth principles make meaningful moral life trial triumph follow annette harcourt trials tribulations test resolve clings values much struggle achieve success reward also love n b missing portions text |
| 13916 |
13914 |
14852 |
Observations Upon the Apocalypse of St. John |
Sir Isaac Newton |
Christianity - Commentary |
While Isaac Newton is most known today for his research in physics, during his own life he was also well-known for his religious scholarship. Engaging in intensive research on Christian history, theology, and the Bible, Newton cared deeply about understanding his faith. Among Newton's writings are those on prophecies described in the Bible. Here, he analyzes the last book of the New Testament - Revelation AKA the Apocalypse of St. John - in order to gain an understanding of the world's end times. He seems especially interested in tracking how post-Jesus Roman history compares with the events described in Revelation. Observations Upon the Apocalypse of St. John was posthumously published in 1733, as part of Newton's larger work on Bible prophecy. (Summary by Adam Bielka) |
English |
1733 |
https://librivox.org/observations-upon-the-apocalypse-by-isaac-newton/ |
isaac newton known today research physics life also well known religious scholarship engaging intensive research christian history theology bible newton cared deeply understanding faith among newton s writings prophecies described bible here analyzes last book new testament revelation aka apocalypse st john order gain understanding world s end times seems especially interested tracking post jesus roman history compares events described revelation observations upon apocalypse st john posthumously published 1733 part newton s larger work bible prophecy summary adam bielka |
| 13917 |
13915 |
14853 |
Ladder of Rickety Rungs |
T. C. O'Donnell |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Bedtime is the time for strange and wonderful stories as we drift into slumber. This children's book is full of them and the adventures of all who climb that Ladder of Rickety Rungs each night. (Summary by Phil Chenevert) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-ladder-of-rickety-rungs-by-t-c-odonnell/ |
bedtime time strange wonderful stories drift slumber children s book full adventures climb ladder rickety rungs night summary phil chenevert |
| 13918 |
13916 |
14854 |
Memorias de un perro escritas por su propia pata |
Juan Rafael Allende |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, General Fiction |
Novela picaresca y costumbrista del escritor chileno Juan Rafael Allende. Fue originalmente publicada como folletín en el periódico satírico "El Poncio Pilatos", de propiedad de Allende, en 1893. Ese mismo año la novela era editada como libro. La obra expone los avatares de la vida política y las costumbres sociales chilenas, a través de la mirada de un perro quiltro (sin linaje). (Summary by Phileas Fogg) |
Spanish |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/memorias-de-un-perro-by-juan-rafael-allende/ |
novela picaresca costumbrista del escritor chileno juan rafael allende fue originalmente publicada como folletín en el periódico satírico el poncio pilatos de propiedad de allende en 1893 ese mismo año la novela era editada como libro la obra expone los avatares de la vida política las costumbres sociales chilenas través de la mirada de un perro quiltro sin linaje summary phileas fogg |
| 13919 |
13917 |
14855 |
Dernières nouvelles |
Prosper Mérimée |
Fantastic Fiction, Literary Fiction, Short Stories |
Ce recueil de 6 nouvelles originales de Prosper Mérimée (1803-1870) nous emmène vers le surnaturel et le domaine du rêve avec sorcières, fantômes et hommes transformés en animaux sauvages. Mérimée maîtrise parfaitement la création du suspense et des dénouements surprenants. Aussi incluse dans cette compilation est la traduction d'une nouvelle de Pouchkine. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/dernieres-nouvelles-by-prosper-merimee/ |
ce recueil de 6 nouvelles originales de prosper mérimée 1803 1870 nous emmène vers le surnaturel et le domaine du rêve avec sorcières fantômes et hommes transformés en animaux sauvages mérimée maîtrise parfaitement la création du suspense et des dénouements surprenants aussi incluse dans cette compilation est la traduction d une nouvelle de pouchkine summary sonia |
| 13920 |
13918 |
14856 |
Fortune Hunter: A Novel of New York Society |
Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Mowatt wrote The Fortune Hunter to be submitted to a contest held by the New World newspaper. (The novel won the $100 prize.) Contest rules dictated that the title of the work, that the setting had to be New York, and that the text had to be completed within six months. So, recycling a few characters from short stories written under the pen name “Helen Berkeley,” Mowatt quickly created a tale that started with two fashionable fellows in search of wealthy wives -- Brainard and Ellery. They, in turn, are pursued by the inexorable debt collector, Mr. Badger. Then the reader is introduced to the objects of the bachelors’ chase, the Clinton sisters. The elder sister, Rachel, has become so disgusted with this cynical game of fortune hunting that she has decided to renounce her claim to her portion of her father’s fortune to escape the mendacity of suitors like Brainard and Ellery. Ester, the melodramatic, Byron-quoting, younger sister (who is now trying to go by the name Estelle) is perfectly happy to play the game, as long as it is by the rules she sets. Love is no game to Miss Arria Walton, the penniless orphan ward of the Clinton’s father and best friend of the sisters, who is desperately in love with young Dr. Edgar Chadwick. Rapid twists and turns of fate and sudden reversals of fortune characterize the plot of this comic melodrama that is part Jane Austen, part Charles Dickens, but establishes a delightful Victorian Americana flavoring all of its own. - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/the-fortune-hunter-a-novel-of-new-york-society-by-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie/ |
mowatt wrote fortune hunter submitted contest held new world newspaper the novel 100 prize contest rules dictated title work setting new york text completed within six months so recycling characters short stories written pen name helen berkeley mowatt quickly created tale started two fashionable fellows search wealthy wives brainard ellery they turn pursued inexorable debt collector mr badger reader introduced objects bachelors chase clinton sisters elder sister rachel become disgusted cynical game fortune hunting decided renounce claim portion father s fortune escape mendacity suitors like brainard ellery ester melodramatic byron quoting younger sister who trying go name estelle perfectly happy play game long rules sets love game miss arria walton penniless orphan ward clinton s father best friend sisters desperately love young dr edgar chadwick rapid twists turns fate sudden reversals fortune characterize plot comic melodrama part jane austen part charles dickens establishes delightful victorian americana flavoring own summary kelly s taylor |
| 13921 |
13919 |
14857 |
End Of The Day |
Duncan Campbell Scott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of The End Of The Day by Duncan Campbell Scott.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for February 23, 2020. <br> ------<br>\n\nDuncan Campbell Scott CMG FRSC was a Canadian bureaucrat, poet and prose writer. With Charles G.D. Roberts, Bliss Carman, and Archibald Lampman, he is classed as one of Canada's Confederation Poets. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-end-of-the-day-by-duncan-campbell-scott/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings end day duncan campbell scott weekly poetry project february 23 2020 br br duncan campbell scott cmg frsc canadian bureaucrat poet prose writer charles g d roberts bliss carman archibald lampman classed one canada s confederation poets summary wikipedia |
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13920 |
14860 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Five (1907-1909) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Five of this chronological listing (1907-1909) are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that period. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times’ “Times Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-five/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part five chronological listing 1907 1909 twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times period original microfiche articles available new york times times machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
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13921 |
14861 |
Orgullo y prejuicio (Vol 1) |
Jane Austen |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Orgullo y prejuicio (en inglés, Pride and Prejudice), publicada por primera vez el 28 de enero de 1813 como una obra anónima, es la más famosa de las novelas de Jane Austen y una de las primeras comedias románticas en la historia de la novela. Su primera frase es, además, una de las más famosas en la literatura inglesa: «Es una verdad mundialmente reconocida que un hombre soltero, poseedor de una gran fortuna, necesita una esposa». Es una novela de desarrollo personal, en la que las dos figuras principales, Elizabeth Bennet y Fitzwilliam Darcy, cada uno a su manera y, no obstante, de forma muy parecida, deben madurar para superar algunas crisis y aprender de sus errores para poder encarar el futuro en común, superando el orgullo de clase de Darcy y los prejuicios de Elizabeth hacia él. Summary by Phileas Fogg. |
Spanish |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/orgullo-y-prejuicio1-by-jane-austen/ |
orgullo prejuicio en inglés pride prejudice publicada por primera vez el 28 de enero de 1813 como una obra anónima es la más famosa de las novelas de jane austen una de las primeras comedias románticas en la historia de la novela su primera frase es además una de las más famosas en la literatura inglesa es una verdad mundialmente reconocida que un hombre soltero poseedor de una gran fortuna necesita una esposa es una novela de desarrollo personal en la que las dos figuras principales elizabeth bennet fitzwilliam darcy cada uno su manera y obstante de forma muy parecida deben madurar para superar algunas crisis aprender de sus errores para poder encarar el futuro en común superando el orgullo de clase de darcy los prejuicios de elizabeth hacia él summary phileas fogg |
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13922 |
14863 |
Green World |
Hal Clement |
Science Fiction |
The planet was an enigma. Among the thousands of inhabitable planets that had been discovered and visited, Veridis alone seemed to defy the laws of planetary development and evolution. It was extremely young, barely 10 million years had passed since it was completely molten and yet now it was covered with life of all kinds; kinds that should have not had a chance to even begin to develop, much less reach their current stage. To investigate this anomaly among the stars, a team of experienced specialists was sent out to delve further into the mystery and if possible, solve it. Other than the obvious fields of planetology and geology, other specialties were included like paleontology and archaeology. The highly dangerous flora and fauna of the planet do not help at all. So, what is the cause? It lies deeper in the Green Planet than anyone thinks and is much more dangerous than they can ever imagine. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-green-world-by-hal-clement/ |
planet enigma among thousands inhabitable planets discovered visited veridis alone seemed defy laws planetary development evolution extremely young barely 10 million years passed since completely molten yet covered life kinds kinds chance even begin develop much less reach current stage investigate anomaly among stars team experienced specialists sent delve mystery possible solve it obvious fields planetology geology specialties included like paleontology archaeology highly dangerous flora fauna planet help all so cause lies deeper green planet anyone thinks much dangerous ever imagine |
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13923 |
14864 |
Venus Boy (Version 2) |
Lee Sutton |
Science Fiction |
The colony on Venus is struggling to survive. All animal life on the planet, from the deadly Arrow Birds to the huge Rhinosaurs are deadly and out to kill any human they can get at. But Venus is home to an extremely valuable resource, the claws and teeth of the little 'bears' called Marva. One of the beautiful diamond hard claws is worth a million dollars. Hunters flock to the planet to find and kill these bears. This story is about the first boy born on Venus and his pet bouncing bear BaBa and their scary adventures and ultimate success in saving the colony ... and the bears! - Summary by philc |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/venus-boy-by-lee-sutton-2/ |
colony venus struggling survive animal life planet deadly arrow birds huge rhinosaurs deadly kill human get at venus home extremely valuable resource claws teeth little bears called marva one beautiful diamond hard claws worth million dollars hunters flock planet find kill bears story first boy born venus pet bouncing bear baba scary adventures ultimate success saving colony bears summary philc |
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13924 |
14865 |
Pseudolus: or, The Cheat |
Titus Maccius Plautus |
Classics (Greek & Latin Antiquity), Comedy |
About two dozen comedies of the Roman playwright Plautus have survived the years, with many of them ending up rewritten and recast by other playwrights such as Moliere. This one, Pseudolus, was part of the source for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nSimo, an old gentleman of Athens: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nCalidorus, his son, in love with Phoenicium: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nCharinus, the friend of Calidorus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nCallipho, the friend of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nPseudolus, the servant of Simo: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11064">Jason in Panama</a><br>\nBallio, a procurer, the owner of Phoenicium: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6333">Max Körlinge</a><br>\nHarpax, the servant of Polymachaeroplagides: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nSimmia, the Cheat, a servant of Charinus: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nA Cook: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11417">Eva Davis</a><br>\nA Boy, servant of Ballio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13807">JennPratt</a><br>\nSlave of Ballio: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13807">JennPratt</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-by-titus-maccius-plautus/ |
two dozen comedies roman playwright plautus survived years many ending rewritten recast playwrights moliere one pseudolus part source funny thing happened way forum summary toddhw br br cast list br simo old gentleman athens a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br calidorus son love phoenicium a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br charinus friend calidorus a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br callipho friend simo a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br pseudolus servant simo a href https librivox org reader 11064 jason panama a br ballio procurer owner phoenicium a href https librivox org reader 6333 max körlinge a br harpax servant polymachaeroplagides a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br simmia cheat servant charinus a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br cook a href https librivox org reader 11417 eva davis a br boy servant ballio a href https librivox org reader 13807 jennpratt a br slave ballio a href https librivox org reader 13807 jennpratt a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13927 |
13925 |
14868 |
Preliminary Report on Neo-Fascist and Hate Groups |
House Un-American Activities Committee |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Modern (20th C) |
A preliminary report to the U. S. Congress on a portion of the subversive activities conducted by two specific Neo-Fascist organizations that espouse racial hatred and un-Democratic positions then at work in the United States. (Early 1950s) - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1954 |
https://librivox.org/preliminary-report-on-neo-fascist-and-hate-groups-by-house-unamerican-activities-committee/ |
preliminary report u s congress portion subversive activities conducted two specific neo fascist organizations espouse racial hatred un democratic positions work united states early 1950s summary kevins |
| 13928 |
13926 |
14869 |
Garden Of Folly |
Stephen Leacock |
Humor |
A 1924 collection of essays by the celebrated Canadian humorist, popular in the first half of the twentieth century throughout the English speaking world. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-garden-of-folly-by-stephen-leacock/ |
1924 collection essays celebrated canadian humorist popular first half twentieth century throughout english speaking world summary david wales |
| 13929 |
13927 |
14872 |
Ingersoll on ABRAHAM LINCOLN, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 3 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction, Literary Collections |
Col. Ingersoll begins his popular lecture series on famous persons as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people herein includes: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS, WHICH WAY? (science or superstition), and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE.\nEach lecture in Volume 3 (of the 12 volume set of the Dresden Edition) will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series entitled Ingersoll on Famous People. ( Michele Fry) \n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-abraham-lincoln-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-3-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins popular lecture series famous persons follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people herein includes shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 of 12 volume set dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series entitled ingersoll famous people michele fry |
| 13930 |
13928 |
14873 |
Sammlung deutscher Gedichte 033 |
Various |
Poetry |
Eine Sammlung von 20 deutschen Gedichten für LibriVox. <br>\n\nEine Liste weiterer kurzer Aufnahmen (Erzählungen, Gedichte, Märchen, Essays) in anderen LibriVox Sammlungen <a href="http://virtualhorst.de/lvsammlungen/">gibt es hier.</a> |
German |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sammlung-deutscher-gedichte-033-by-various/ |
eine sammlung von 20 deutschen gedichten für librivox br eine liste weiterer kurzer aufnahmen erzählungen gedichte märchen essays anderen librivox sammlungen a href http virtualhorst de lvsammlungen gibt es hier a |
| 13931 |
13929 |
14874 |
Misericordia |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Published 1800 -1900 |
"En Misericordia me propuse descender a las capas ínfimas de la sociedad matritense, describiendo y presentando los tipos más humildes, la suma pobreza, la mendicidad profesional, la vagancia viciosa, la miseria, dolorosa casi siempre, en algunos casos picaresca o criminal y merecedora de corrección. Para esto hube de emplear largos meses en observaciones y estudios directos del natural, visitando las guaridas de gente mísera o maleante que se alberga en los populosos barrios del sur de Madrid. Acompañado de policías escudriñé las "casas de dormir" de las calles de Mediodía Grande y del Bastero, y para penetrar en las repugnantes viviendas donde celebran sus ritos nauseabundos los más rebajados prosélitos de Baco y Venus, tuve que disfrazarme de médico de la Higiene municipal. No me bastaba esto para observar los espectáculos más tristes de la degradación humana, y solicitando la amistad de algunos administradores de las casas que aquí llamamos "de corredor", donde hacinadas viven las familias del proletariado ínfimo, pude ver de cerca la pobreza honrada y los más desolados episodios del dolor y la abnegación en las capitales populosas..."<br><br> Galdós, en el prólogo a la edición de Misericordia de 1913. |
Spanish |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/misericordia-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
en misericordia propuse descender las capas ínfimas de la sociedad matritense describiendo presentando los tipos más humildes la suma pobreza la mendicidad profesional la vagancia viciosa la miseria dolorosa casi siempre en algunos casos picaresca criminal merecedora de corrección para esto hube de emplear largos meses en observaciones estudios directos del natural visitando las guaridas de gente mísera maleante que se alberga en los populosos barrios del sur de madrid acompañado de policías escudriñé las casas de dormir de las calles de mediodía grande del bastero para penetrar en las repugnantes viviendas donde celebran sus ritos nauseabundos los más rebajados prosélitos de baco venus tuve que disfrazarme de médico de la higiene municipal bastaba esto para observar los espectáculos más tristes de la degradación humana solicitando la amistad de algunos administradores de las casas que aquí llamamos de corredor donde hacinadas viven las familias del proletariado ínfimo pude ver de cerca la pobreza honrada los más desolados episodios del dolor la abnegación en las capitales populosas br br galdós en el prólogo la edición de misericordia de 1913 |
| 13932 |
13930 |
14875 |
Night and Morning |
Charles Sangster |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 15 recordings of Night and Morning by Charles Sangster.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 1, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nCharles Sangster was a Canadian poet. He was the first poet to write poetry which was substantially about Canadian subjects. The Dictionary of Canadian Biography calls him "the best of the pre-confederation poets. This Weekly Poem is taken from <b><i>HESPERUS, and Other Poems and Lyrics</b></i> (1860) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1860 |
https://librivox.org/night-and-morning-by-charles-sangster/ |
librivox volunteers bring 15 recordings night morning charles sangster br weekly poetry project march 1 2020 br br charles sangster canadian poet first poet write poetry substantially canadian subjects dictionary canadian biography calls the best pre confederation poets weekly poem taken b i hesperus poems lyrics b i 1860 summary wikipedia |
| 13933 |
13931 |
14876 |
Night in March |
Duncan Campbell Scott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 8 recordings of A Night in March by Duncan Campbell Scott.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 1, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nHopefully this Fortnightly poem will encourage spring to arrive. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/a-night-in-march-by-duncan-campbell-scott/ |
librivox volunteers bring 8 recordings night march duncan campbell scott br fortnightly poetry project march 1 2020 br br hopefully fortnightly poem encourage spring arrive summary david lawrence |
| 13934 |
13933 |
14878 |
Unter Tieren |
Manfred Kyber |
Nature & Animal Fiction |
Manfred Kyber zeigt in den hier vorgetragenen Geschichten eine 'menschliche' Sicht auf bestimmtes tierisches Verhalten, bzw. tierisches Verhalten, welches sich auch leicht auf den Menschen übertragen lässt. Dabei halfen ihm Beobachtungsmethoden und Erkenntnisse aus seinem Studium der Psychologie und Naturphilosophie, ergänzt durch das Interesse an der anthroposophischen Bewegung von Rudolf Steiner.<br>\n Schon in diesen Geschichten lässt sich sein späteres Engagement für den Tierschutz, und vor allem gegen Tierversuche, erkennen. - Summary by lorda |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/unter-tieren-by-manfred-kyber/ |
manfred kyber zeigt den hier vorgetragenen geschichten eine menschliche sicht auf bestimmtes tierisches verhalten bzw tierisches verhalten welches sich auch leicht auf den menschen übertragen lässt dabei halfen ihm beobachtungsmethoden und erkenntnisse aus seinem studium der psychologie und naturphilosophie ergänzt durch das interesse der anthroposophischen bewegung von rudolf steiner br schon diesen geschichten lässt sich sein späteres engagement für den tierschutz und vor allem gegen tierversuche erkennen summary lorda |
| 13935 |
13934 |
14880 |
What Happened Then Stories |
Ruth O. Dyer |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Have you ever wondered what happens after the story ended? Ruth O. Dyer answers that question using some of the best loved children stories. Children and adults alike will have their curiosity satisfied by discovering just what happened after the story said "the end". - Summary by Jenn Broda |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/what-happened-then-stories-by-ruth-o-dyer/ |
ever wondered happens story ended ruth o dyer answers question using best loved children stories children adults alike curiosity satisfied discovering happened story said the end summary jenn broda |
| 13936 |
13935 |
14882 |
Andiron Tales |
John Kendrick Bangs |
Children's Fiction, Humorous Fiction |
This book is a story about "Being the Remarkable Adventures of a Boy with a Lively Imagination"\n\n - Summary by John Kendrick Bangs |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/andiron-tales-by-john-kendrick-bangs/ |
book story being remarkable adventures boy lively imagination summary john kendrick bangs |
| 13937 |
13936 |
14884 |
Charwoman's Daughter |
James Stephens |
Humorous Fiction |
A humorous tale about a poor Irish charwoman living in the slums of Dublin, and her innocent teenage daughter, Mary Makebelieve, whose first forays into courtship and romance, and their desire to escape from drudgery -- provide us with a charming picture of youth's enthusiasm and a mother's devotion, amidst Dublin's many parks and shops. The chapters are filled with James Stephens' witty Irish observations on life, love, ignorance, the frustrations of the poor and the wishful thinking that sustains them . . . . told as jauntily as only a few authors can equal. ( ~ Michele Fry, Soloist) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-charwomans-daughter-by-james-stephens/ |
humorous tale poor irish charwoman living slums dublin innocent teenage daughter mary makebelieve whose first forays courtship romance desire escape drudgery provide us charming picture youth s enthusiasm mother s devotion amidst dublin s many parks shops chapters filled james stephens witty irish observations life love ignorance frustrations poor wishful thinking sustains told jauntily authors equal michele fry soloist |
| 13938 |
13937 |
14886 |
Thebaid, or The Brothers at War |
Jean Racine |
Tragedy |
"The reign of Louis XIV. in France, like the age of Pericles at ancient Athens, was remarkable for literary excellence no less than for military achievements. Like Euripides, Racine confined himself almost exclusively to tragedy.... It was under Molière's friendly auspices that Racine's first published play, "La Thébaïde," was put upon the stage ... at the Palais Royale, Molière's own theater." The story, very much the opposite of a Moliere farce, describes the battle between the brothers Eteocles and Polynices, and being a proper tragedy does not end well for anyone. (NOTE: Act 0 here is a biography of Racine from the introduction of the Translator's book. The play starts with Act 1.)\n - Summary by Translator and ToddHW\n\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nEteocles, King of Thebes: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nPolynices, brother of Eteocles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br>\nJocasta, mother of those two princes, and of Antigone: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nAntigone, sister of Eteocles and Ploynices: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nCreon, their uncle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nHemon, son of Creon, lover of Antigone: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nOlympia, confidential friend of Jocasta: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13892">Lisanne Lavoie</a><br>\nAttalus, confidential friend of Creon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nA Soldier of the Army of Polynices: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11535">Nemo</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-thebaid-or-the-brothers-at-war-by-jean-racine/ |
the reign louis xiv france like age pericles ancient athens remarkable literary excellence less military achievements like euripides racine confined almost exclusively tragedy molière s friendly auspices racine s first published play la thébaïde put upon stage palais royale molière s theater story much opposite moliere farce describes battle brothers eteocles polynices proper tragedy end well anyone note act 0 biography racine introduction translator s book play starts act 1 summary translator toddhw br br cast list br eteocles king thebes a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br polynices brother eteocles a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br jocasta mother two princes antigone a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br antigone sister eteocles ploynices a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br creon uncle a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br hemon son creon lover antigone a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br olympia confidential friend jocasta a href https librivox org reader 13892 lisanne lavoie a br attalus confidential friend creon a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br soldier army polynices a href https librivox org reader 11535 nemo a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13939 |
13938 |
14887 |
Susan B. Anthony Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian |
Alma Lutz |
Biography & Autobiography, History |
Alma Lutz's outstanding biography of Susan B. Anthony is revered for its descriptive power, attention to detail and historical significance to the women's Suffragette movement. - Summary by PhyllisV |
English |
1959 |
https://librivox.org/susan-b-anthony-rebel-crusader-humanitarian-by-alma-lutz/ |
alma lutz s outstanding biography susan b anthony revered descriptive power attention detail historical significance women s suffragette movement summary phyllisv |
| 13940 |
13939 |
14888 |
Mountebank |
William John Locke |
Historical Fiction |
Andrew Lackaday, an English orphan, was born and brought up in a French circus. He becomes a highly skilled mimic and juggler. He plies his trade all round the country in company with his assistant Elodie, a Marseillaise. The Great War comes and he excels himself as a soldier, ending up as a Brigadier General. After the war, he has no option but to return to his old profession only to find that everything has changed post war. \nThe book follows his changing fortunes. - Summary by Simon Evers |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-mountebank-by-william-john-locke/ |
andrew lackaday english orphan born brought french circus becomes highly skilled mimic juggler plies trade round country company assistant elodie marseillaise great war comes excels soldier ending brigadier general war option return old profession find everything changed post war book follows changing fortunes summary simon evers |
| 13941 |
13940 |
14889 |
Kobzar of the Ukraine |
Taras Shevchenko |
Single author |
In these poems speaks the struggling soul of a downtrodden people. To our western folk, reared in happier surroundings there is a bitter tang about some of them, somewhat like the taste of olives, to which one must grow accustomed . The Slavonic temperament, too, is given to melancholy and seems to dwell congenially in an atmosphere misty with tears. But he gravely misreads their literature who fails to perceive the grim resolve beneath the sorrow. In the struggle of the Ukrainians for freedom the spirit of this poet, who was born a serf, remains ever their guiding star.\nThe translator of these poems spent considerable time in arriving at an understanding of the spirit of the poems and the nature of the situations described. Then the more formidable task was approached of trying to carry over not only the thought but something of the style, spirit and music of the original into the English tongue. \n - Summary by Introduction |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/the-kobzar-of-the-ukraine-by-taras-shevchenko/ |
poems speaks struggling soul downtrodden people western folk reared happier surroundings bitter tang them somewhat like taste olives one must grow accustomed slavonic temperament too given melancholy seems dwell congenially atmosphere misty tears gravely misreads literature fails perceive grim resolve beneath sorrow struggle ukrainians freedom spirit poet born serf remains ever guiding star translator poems spent considerable time arriving understanding spirit poems nature situations described formidable task approached trying carry thought something style spirit music original english tongue summary introduction |
| 13942 |
13941 |
14890 |
Morn |
Helen Hunt Jackson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Morn by Helen Hunt Jackson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 8, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nHelen Hunt Jackson (pen name, H.H.) was an American poet and writer who became an activist on behalf of improved treatment of Native Americans by the United States government. This poem about waking up in the morning is from the collection Sonnets and Lyrics (1886). ( from Wikipedia ) |
English |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/morn-by-helen-hunt-jackson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 13 recordings morn helen hunt jackson br weekly poetry project march 8 2020 br br helen hunt jackson pen name h h american poet writer became activist behalf improved treatment native americans united states government poem waking morning collection sonnets lyrics 1886 wikipedia |
| 13943 |
13942 |
14891 |
Nouvelles histoires extraordinaires |
Edgar Allan Poe |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Voici le second volume des Histoires extraordinaires d'Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), traduites par Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867). Cette compilation contient 30 nouvelles, entre autres des grands classiques de l'horreur, notamment "La chute de la maison Usher", "Le masque de la mort rouge" ou encore "Le puits et le pendule", mais aussi des histoires moins connues. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1884 |
https://librivox.org/nouvelles-histoires-extraordinaires-by-edgar-allan-poe/ |
voici le second volume des histoires extraordinaires d edgar allan poe 1809 1849 traduites par charles baudelaire 1821 1867 cette compilation contient 30 nouvelles entre autres des grands classiques de l horreur notamment la chute de la maison usher le masque de la mort rouge ou encore le puits et le pendule mais aussi des histoires moins connues summary sonia |
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13943 |
14893 |
Push Of A Finger |
Alfred Bester |
Science Fiction |
Science fiction from the 50s by one of the masters, Alfred Bester. Society has committed itself to complete stability. Nothing is allowed to upset this stability, nothing that is not planned and approved and accounted for in advance. Yes, this is hard to imagine but this has produced decades, nay, centuries of predictable prosperity and peace. Even the newspapers have very little to write about. One reporter however is curious about the "Prog" building, where pronouncements are issued every day just as Moses issued the commandments. Everyone is locked out of course but he wants to know more, he wants in by any means and the results of that obsession are more far reaching than anyone can imagine. What would happen if just a tiny push with a finger to a critical element is made at the very beginning of a process? A little nudge that sends it in a completely different direction? Hmmm? - Summary by philc |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-push-of-a-finger-by-alfred-bester/ |
science fiction 50s one masters alfred bester society committed complete stability nothing allowed upset stability nothing planned approved accounted advance yes hard imagine produced decades nay centuries predictable prosperity peace even newspapers little write about one reporter however curious prog building pronouncements issued every day moses issued commandments everyone locked course wants know more wants means results obsession far reaching anyone imagine would happen tiny push finger critical element made beginning process little nudge sends completely different direction hmmm summary philc |
| 13945 |
13944 |
14894 |
Quanta Cura & The Syllabus of Errors |
Pope Pius IX |
Christianity - Commentary |
This encyclical letter of Pope Pius IX was promulgated in 1864 and issued with the attached Syllabus of Errors. The document was dispatched to all the bishops of the Catholic world “in order that these same bishops may have before their eyes all the errors and pernicious doctrines which he [Pius IX] has reprobated and condemned.” The Syllabus is a catalogue of eighty propositions, which the pope condemned as erroneous, and which are considered to form the basis of the heresy of Modernism, which has been anathematized by a number of succeeding pontiffs. - Summary by Algy Pug |
English |
1869 |
https://librivox.org/quanta-cura-the-syllabus-of-errors-by-pope-pius-ix/ |
encyclical letter pope pius ix promulgated 1864 issued attached syllabus errors document dispatched bishops catholic world in order bishops may eyes errors pernicious doctrines pius ix reprobated condemned syllabus catalogue eighty propositions pope condemned erroneous considered form basis heresy modernism anathematized number succeeding pontiffs summary algy pug |
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13945 |
14895 |
When They Were Girls |
Rebecca Deming Moore |
Children's Non-fiction |
Jane Addams, Susan B. Anthony, Clara Barton, Frances Burnett, Julia Howe, Hellen Keller, and Harriet Beecher Stowe are some of the influencial women in our history whose lives and accomplishments are covered in this little book. "When They Were Girls contains the stories of a group of American women, each one of whom occupies a very important place in her particular field. The stories of these women have been written many times before. We feel, however, that in this book you possibly may find that their stories have been written in a little different way. Our desire has been to bring very closely to the attention of our many readers some of the outstanding characteristics in the girlhoods of these women, and to show the relationship between these qualities in girlhood and the achievements of adult life." - Summary by author |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/when-they-were-girls-by-rebecca-deming-moore/ |
jane addams susan b anthony clara barton frances burnett julia howe hellen keller harriet beecher stowe influencial women history whose lives accomplishments covered little book when girls contains stories group american women one occupies important place particular field stories women written many times before feel however book possibly may find stories written little different way desire bring closely attention many readers outstanding characteristics girlhoods women show relationship qualities girlhood achievements adult life summary author |
| 13947 |
13946 |
14896 |
Cloak (Version 2) |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Published 1800 -1900, Single Author Collections |
The Cloak or the Overcoat as in some translations, is a story by Ukrainian-born Russian author Nikolai Gogol, published in 1842. The story and its author have had great influence on Russian literature, as expressed in a quote attributed to Fyodor Dostoyevsky: "We all come out from Gogol's 'Overcoat'." It is pointed to as the start of the realistic style of writing. Summary by phil c |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-cloak-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol-2/ |
cloak overcoat translations story ukrainian born russian author nikolai gogol published 1842 story author great influence russian literature expressed quote attributed fyodor dostoyevsky we come gogol s overcoat pointed start realistic style writing summary phil c |
| 13948 |
13962 |
14917 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 086 |
Various |
Anthologies |
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. Old favorites, such as Oscar Wilde, Lord Dunsany, Stephen Leacock and others are joined by less familiar writers to bring you tales of lessons to be learned, poignant romance, the quirky and the amusing. So sit back and enjoy the 86th Librivox Short Story Collection! |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-86-by-various/ |
diverse collection short stories selected read english librivox readers old favorites oscar wilde lord dunsany stephen leacock others joined less familiar writers bring tales lessons learned poignant romance quirky amusing sit back enjoy 86th librivox short story collection |
| 13949 |
13947 |
14897 |
Ingersoll on THOMAS PAINE, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 1, Lecture 3 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: [i]"It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance."[/i] One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people herein includes: SHAKESPEARE,ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN;; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS, WHICH WAY? (science or superstition), and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE. \nEach lecture in Volume 3, and 2 lectures from Volume 1 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), on HUMBOLDT and THOMAS PAINE, will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series. ( Michele Fry)\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-thomas-paine-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-1-lecture-3-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows i it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance i one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people herein includes shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 2 lectures volume 1 of 12 volume dresden edition humboldt thomas paine presented librivox separate audiobook series michele fry |
| 13950 |
13948 |
14898 |
Un scrupule et Dualité |
Paul Bourget |
Literary Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Un scrupule, 1893, suivi de Dualité, 1900.<br/>\nL’histoire de Blanche, la « petite » sœur d’Aline, dans le Paris mondain et demi_mondain du 19 ème siècle. Société, moeurs et sentiments… Beaucoup de charme et de délicatesse, et le talent très fluide de l’auteur. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/un-scrupule-et-dualite-by-paul-bourget/ |
un scrupule 1893 suivi de dualité 1900 br l histoire de blanche la petite sœur d aline dans le paris mondain et demi_mondain du 19 ème siècle société moeurs et sentiments beaucoup de charme et de délicatesse et le talent très fluide de l auteur summary christiane jehanne |
| 13951 |
13949 |
14899 |
Kit and Kitty |
Richard Doddridge Blackmore |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
Kit Orchardson, an apprentice produce grower in Sunbury, England describes for us a time in his youth in which he fell in love with Kitty, a young lady of higher status, endeavored to secure her love and ventured to solve her mysterious disappearance shortly after they were joined in marriage. Through Kit's perspective, we get a wonderful view of life in 1860 England where people's attitudes were maneuvering between their societal status and their character. |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/kit-and-kitty-by-richard-doddridge-blackmore/ |
kit orchardson apprentice produce grower sunbury england describes us time youth fell love kitty young lady higher status endeavored secure love ventured solve mysterious disappearance shortly joined marriage kit s perspective get wonderful view life 1860 england people s attitudes maneuvering societal status character |
| 13952 |
13950 |
14900 |
War Flying by a Pilot |
Lessel Finer Hutcheon |
War & Military, History |
Published in 1917, this "little volume of 'Theta’s' letters to his home people" was assembled to provide useful information for young men who might like to become pilots for the Royal Flying Corps. A mixture of conversational letters, poems, and descriptions of flying, the book proves entertaining, even today, despite having been written in training and in active duty during World War I. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/war-flying-by-a-pilot-by-lessel-finer-hutcheon/ |
published 1917 little volume theta s letters home people assembled provide useful information young men might like become pilots royal flying corps mixture conversational letters poems descriptions flying book proves entertaining even today despite written training active duty world war i summary lynette caulkins |
| 13953 |
13951 |
14902 |
Nero |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
Nero tells the life story of one of the most infamous of Roman Emperors. - Summary by Deon Gines |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/nero-by-jacob-abbott/ |
nero tells life story one infamous roman emperors summary deon gines |
| 13954 |
13952 |
14903 |
Puss Junior and Robinson Crusoe |
David Cory |
Children's Fiction, Animals & Nature |
David Cory is the author of more than 40 childrens books. This is the one in his series of Puss in Boots, Jr. The roots fo the legend of Puss in Boots seems to back to Italian folklore. These books are written for younger readers, about second grade and up, hence the "junior" designation - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/puss-junior-and-robinson-crusoe-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 40 childrens books one series puss boots jr roots fo legend puss boots seems back italian folklore books written younger readers second grade up hence junior designation summary larry wilson |
| 13955 |
13953 |
14904 |
Life of Washington, Volume 3 |
John James Marshall |
War & Military |
Volume 3 of The Life continues the Revolutionary War from the incursion into Jersey in 1778 to its conclusion with the surrender of Lord Cornwallis in 1781 at Yorktown, with emphasis on the role of George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the United States forces. |
English |
1807 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-washington-volume-3-by-john-james-marshall/ |
volume 3 life continues revolutionary war incursion jersey 1778 conclusion surrender lord cornwallis 1781 yorktown emphasis role george washington commander in chief united states forces |
| 13956 |
13954 |
14905 |
History of Emily Montague, Vol. IV (Dramatic Reading) |
Frances Moore Brooke |
Dramatic Readings, Epistolary Fiction |
The novel takes place 10 years after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 when Quebec becomes a British colony. Written as a collection of letters, the story follows the relationships between Edward Rivers (a British soldier), his friend, John Temple (rather a cad), Emily Montague (a young British woman), and her dearest friend, Arabella Fermor (a flirtatious drama queen). Giving glimpses into the new frontier discoveries of Canada, one not only peeks into the personal relationships of these characters but gets swept away by the enticing descriptions of the "new world." This is Volume 4 of 4. - Summary by Amanda Friday\n\n<br><br><b>Cast List:</b><br><br>\n<b>Cast</b><br>\nEmily Montague: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/688">J.M.Smallheer</a><br>Colonel Edward Rivers: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke </a><br>Arabella Fermor: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13717">Matea Bracic</a><br>Captain J. Fitzgerald: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>John Temple: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">alanmapstone</a><br><br>Fanny Williams: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>Earl of Hamberg: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a><br><br><b>Edited by:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a>.<br><br><b>Proof listeners:</b> <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5796">linny</a> and <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a>. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-emily-montague-voliv-by-frances-moore-brooke/ |
novel takes place 10 years battle plains abraham 1759 quebec becomes british colony written collection letters story follows relationships edward rivers a british soldier friend john temple rather cad emily montague a young british woman dearest friend arabella fermor a flirtatious drama queen giving glimpses new frontier discoveries canada one peeks personal relationships characters gets swept away enticing descriptions new world volume 4 4 summary amanda friday br br b cast list b br br b cast b br emily montague a href https librivox org reader 688 j m smallheer a br colonel edward rivers a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br arabella fermor a href https librivox org reader 13717 matea bracic a br captain j fitzgerald a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br john temple a href https librivox org reader 7170 alanmapstone a br br fanny williams a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br earl hamberg a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br narrator a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br b edited by b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a br br b proof listeners b a href https librivox org reader 5796 linny a a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a |
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13955 |
14907 |
Rural Magazine and Literary Evening Fire-Side Vol 1 No 1 |
Various |
Earth Sciences |
This is the first issue of a monthly agricultural magazine for the year 1820. From the introduction: "A leading object of the Rural Magazine will be to furnish correct views of the science of Agriculture, and the various improvements which are daily made or suggested in it. For this purpose the best and most recent European works on the subject will be consulted, and selections made from the American newspapers that are devoted or friendly to the cause. The best information on the subject will thus be condensed in a form less unwieldy than a newspaper, and more popular than in scientific books. We also expect original papers from our agricultural friends, being confident that there is much in the farming of our neighbouring counties, well worthy of being widely known and imitated." - Summary by Magazine Editors |
English |
1820 |
https://librivox.org/the-rural-magazine-and-literary-evening-fire-side-vol-1-no-1-by-various/ |
first issue monthly agricultural magazine year 1820 introduction a leading object rural magazine furnish correct views science agriculture various improvements daily made suggested it purpose best recent european works subject consulted selections made american newspapers devoted friendly cause best information subject thus condensed form less unwieldy newspaper popular scientific books also expect original papers agricultural friends confident much farming neighbouring counties well worthy widely known imitated summary magazine editors |
| 13958 |
13956 |
14908 |
Mimic Life; or Before and Behind the Curtain |
Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Mimic Life; or Before and Behind the Curtain is a collection of three narratives about life in the theater based on Mowatt’s career on stage. The stories, “Stella,” “The Prompter’s Daughter,” and “The Unknown Tragedian” reveal the every-day challenges faced by Victorian theatrical workers and argue against prejudices against this profession still held by many people at that time. - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor |
English |
1856 |
https://librivox.org/mimic-life-by-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie/ |
mimic life behind curtain collection three narratives life theater based mowatt s career stage stories stella the prompter s daughter the unknown tragedian reveal every day challenges faced victorian theatrical workers argue prejudices profession still held many people time summary kelly s taylor |
| 13959 |
13957 |
14909 |
Character |
Samuel Smiles |
Self-Help |
Samuel Smiles is known even today as an author that promoted the improvement of society through the improvement of individuals and their character. This book describes some of the traits that make up truly great men and women, peppering it with anecdotes and examples from people of the past and of his own contemporaries. Although this was written in the 1800s, the underlying principles still apply today. One cannot listen or read for more than a few minutes without being challenged and encouraged to be a better person. (Summary by TriciaG) |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/character-by-samuel-smiles/ |
samuel smiles known even today author promoted improvement society improvement individuals character book describes traits make truly great men women peppering anecdotes examples people past contemporaries although written 1800s underlying principles still apply today one cannot listen read minutes without challenged encouraged better person summary triciag |
| 13960 |
13958 |
14911 |
Fanatics |
Paul Laurence Dunbar |
General Fiction |
This is a story about a town in Ohio during the civil war. The town is divided by ideology, but can they be united by love and respect? - Summary by Stav Nisser.<br><br><b>Note to listeners</b>: Because of the subject of this book, some of the ideas described and the words used can be offensive.<br><br> |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-fanatics-by-paul-laurence-dunbar/ |
story town ohio civil war town divided ideology united love respect summary stav nisser br br b note listeners b subject book ideas described words used offensive br br |
| 13961 |
13959 |
14913 |
Last of the Hackdrivers |
Damon Runyon |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Last of the Hackdrivers by Damon Runyon.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 15, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nAlfred Damon Runyon was an American newspaperman and short-story writer. He was best known for his short stories celebrating the world of Broadway in New York City that grew out of the Prohibition era. Runyon's fictional world is also known to the general public through the musical Guys and Dolls based on a few of his stories. - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-last-of-the-hackdrivers-by-damon-runyon/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings last hackdrivers damon runyon br weekly poetry project march 15 2020 br br alfred damon runyon american newspaperman short story writer best known short stories celebrating world broadway new york city grew prohibition era runyon s fictional world also known general public musical guys dolls based stories summary wikipedia |
| 13962 |
13960 |
14914 |
Dismissed |
George Pope Morris |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 9 recordings of The Dismissed by George Pope Morris .<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 15, 2020. <br> ------<br>\n"I suppose she was right in rejecting my suit,<br>\n But why did she kick me down stairs?"<br>\n Halleck's "Discarded." (poem intro) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-dismissed-by-george-pope-morris/ |
librivox volunteers bring 9 recordings dismissed george pope morris br fortnightly poetry project march 15 2020 br br i suppose right rejecting suit br kick stairs br halleck s discarded poem intro |
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13961 |
14915 |
Силуэты русских писателей, Выпуск 2 |
Yuly Aykhenvald |
Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism |
Бесконечно преданный русской литературе, Юлий Айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений. Oн погиб в Париже возвращаясь ночью от Набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе, и попал под трамвай.\nЭти очерки рассматривают только творчество, они не касаются биографических событий. Второй выпуск посвящен русским писателям XIX—XX вв. Некоторые очерки будут озвучены в следующем выпуске Силуэтов в более поздней редакции.<br><br>\n\nA connoisseur of the Russian literature, Yuly Eichenwald wrote about writers as unique persons, and not as members of schools and movements. His Silhouettes of Russian Writers are about their oeuvre, not biographies. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/silhouettes-of-russian-writers-issue-2-by-yuly-aykhenvald |
бесконечно преданный русской литературе юлий айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений oн погиб в париже возвращаясь ночью от набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе и попал под трамвай эти очерки рассматривают только творчество они не касаются биографических событий второй выпуск посвящен русским писателям xix xx вв некоторые очерки будут озвучены в следующем выпуске силуэтов в более поздней редакции br br connoisseur russian literature yuly eichenwald wrote writers unique persons members schools movements silhouettes russian writers oeuvre biographies summary mark chulsky |
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13963 |
14919 |
Weird Tales, Volume 1 |
E. T. A. Hoffmann |
Literary Fiction, Romance, Fantasy Fiction |
These stories form the first volume of the renowned <i>Tales of Hoffman</i>. They are fantasies with hints of the supernatural—quintessential Romanticism. Writers of the Romantic period typically seek to lift the spirit to awe, wonder, love, horror, or other extremes of emotion. Hoffmann is drawn to such experiences, particularly as they relate to the creative process. Although he occasionally arouses them in the reader, he more often examines them critically or, in the case of hysterical excesses, especially infatuation, satirizes them. - Summary by T. A. Copeland |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/weird-tales-volume-1-by-e-t-a-hoffmann/ |
stories form first volume renowned i tales hoffman i fantasies hints supernatural quintessential romanticism writers romantic period typically seek lift spirit awe wonder love horror extremes emotion hoffmann drawn experiences particularly relate creative process although occasionally arouses reader often examines critically or case hysterical excesses especially infatuation satirizes them summary t a copeland |
| 13965 |
13964 |
14920 |
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 12-25 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 12-25 cover the Gospel of St Luke 4:1 - 6:17. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-luke-sermons-12-25-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 12 25 cover gospel st luke 4 1 6 17 summary reader |
| 13966 |
13965 |
14921 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 073 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. "Salve! ye dumb hearts. Let us be still and wait by the roadside." With these words, Kate Chopin decries the "crushing feet, the clashing discords, the ruthless hands and stifling breath” that power the “mad pace" of everyday life. Broadway: the Backbone of New York presents a more up-beat view of city life. Reflections on difficult times are the substance of several volume 073 readings (The Influenza Epidemic of 1918; Plague in Ireland in the Tudor Period; Soren Kierkegaard in his Life and Literature; and Remarks to Madame Curie); while the clash of people and cultures is examined in Everyday Japan (1903), the Passing of Princess Kaiulani, Inca Land, Northern Europe and the Swiss Confederation, the Struggle between the Teutonic Order and Poland, and Pan-Turanism. Individual response to life's stresses and demands is the theme of Women Friendships, The Unadmiring, Spittler's Prometheus and Epimetheus, and Martha Maxwell, Taxidermist. Imagining the pleasures of home, Robert Louis Stevenson, in his The Ideal House, writes that "Bold rocks near hand are more inspiriting than distant Alps," and concludes "even greatness can be found on the small scale; for the mind and the eye measure differently." The mind-eye divide is what allows the illusionist to create amusing hand shadows (Dog and Rabbit); the novelist to create worlds from words (John Galsworthy, A Notable Englishman); and the mathematician Sir William Rowan Hamilton, to inscribe, with his pocket knife, in the stone of Brougham Bridge, the fundamental formula for quaternion multiplication, which had come to him in a flash of inspiration as he was out walking with his wife. Summary by Sue Anderson\n<br><br>\nNorthern Europe and the Swiss Confederation and The Struggle Between the Teutonic Order and Poland were translated by John Henry Wright - |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-073-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers salve ye dumb hearts let us still wait roadside words kate chopin decries crushing feet clashing discords ruthless hands stifling breath power mad pace everyday life broadway backbone new york presents up beat view city life reflections difficult times substance several volume 073 readings the influenza epidemic 1918 plague ireland tudor period soren kierkegaard life literature remarks madame curie clash people cultures examined everyday japan 1903 passing princess kaiulani inca land northern europe swiss confederation struggle teutonic order poland pan turanism individual response life s stresses demands theme women friendships unadmiring spittler s prometheus epimetheus martha maxwell taxidermist imagining pleasures home robert louis stevenson ideal house writes bold rocks near hand inspiriting distant alps concludes even greatness found small scale mind eye measure differently mind eye divide allows illusionist create amusing hand shadows dog rabbit novelist create worlds words john galsworthy notable englishman mathematician sir william rowan hamilton inscribe pocket knife stone brougham bridge fundamental formula quaternion multiplication come flash inspiration walking wife summary sue anderson br br northern europe swiss confederation struggle teutonic order poland translated john henry wright |
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13966 |
14922 |
Round About a Great Estate |
Richard Jefferies |
Historical Fiction |
John Richard Jefferies (1848-1887) wrote of country life, natural history, and agricultural practice at a time when the industrial revolution was bringing great change to long-settled patterns of English life. In this book, a work of fiction, he aims to tell us something of "the former state of things before it passes away entirely.”\n\nThis is a gentle book with a keen eye for the beauty of the countryside, the uncultivated bonuses of plants and flowers; the antics of the birds and wild animals; and the agricultural practices, superstitions, and great generosity of the simple country folk who live on or about the Great Estate of the title. - Summary by Steven Seitel |
English |
1880 |
https://librivox.org/round-about-a-great-estate-by-richard-jefferies/ |
john richard jefferies 1848 1887 wrote country life natural history agricultural practice time industrial revolution bringing great change long settled patterns english life book work fiction aims tell us something the former state things passes away entirely gentle book keen eye beauty countryside uncultivated bonuses plants flowers antics birds wild animals agricultural practices superstitions great generosity simple country folk live great estate title summary steven seitel |
| 13968 |
13967 |
14923 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 068 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. Summary by Amy Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-068-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary amy gramour |
| 13969 |
13968 |
14925 |
Ingersoll on VOLTAIRE, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 4 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people in this series include: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN, HUMBOLDT AND THOMAS PAINE; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS; WHICH WAY? (science or superstition); and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE.\nEach lecture in Volume 3, plus 2 lectures from Volume 1 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. (Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-voltaire-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-4-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people series include shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman humboldt thomas paine followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 plus 2 lectures volume 1 of 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series called ingersoll lectures famous people michele fry |
| 13970 |
13969 |
14926 |
Queen of Appalachia |
Joe H. Borders |
Science Fiction |
A Lost Race novel set unusually in the eastern USA, where a civilization made up of descendants of early American pioneers has established an arcadian, monarchical Utopia supported by advanced Technology. |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-queen-of-appalachia-by-joe-h-borders/ |
lost race novel set unusually eastern usa civilization made descendants early american pioneers established arcadian monarchical utopia supported advanced technology |
| 13971 |
13977 |
14936 |
Grand Meaulnes |
Alain-Fournier |
Literary Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Roman très célèbre.<br>\nAmour, amitiés, adolescence<br>\nSociété de l'époque, et aussi la Nature<br>\nRoman psychologique de grande et belle finesse, d’un talent très fluide<br>\nRetrouvons nos chers Augustin Meaulnes et Yvonne de Galais…<br>\n - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/grand-meaulnes-by-alain-fournier/ |
roman très célèbre br amour amitiés adolescence br société de l époque et aussi la nature br roman psychologique de grande et belle finesse d un talent très fluide br retrouvons nos chers augustin meaulnes et yvonne de galais br summary christiane jehanne |
| 13972 |
13970 |
14928 |
Arizona's Yesterday |
John Cady |
Modern (19th C) |
Arizona's Yesterday Being the Narrative of John H. Cady, Pioneer. Written by John Henry Cady and revised and rewritten in 1915 by noted Playwright and Journalist Basil Woon. Cady was born in Ohio, served in the Union Army during the Civil War, and eventually settled in Arizona Territory. Cady's story is one of adventure, determination, a pioneering spirit, and an entrepreneurial drive. Arizona's Yesterday is a glimpse of an Arizona not so much filled with gunfighters and warriors, but of an Arizona on the cusp of Statehood and the modern era. - Summary by Tony Posante |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/arizonas-yesterday-by-john-cady/ |
arizona s yesterday narrative john h cady pioneer written john henry cady revised rewritten 1915 noted playwright journalist basil woon cady born ohio served union army civil war eventually settled arizona territory cady s story one adventure determination pioneering spirit entrepreneurial drive arizona s yesterday glimpse arizona much filled gunfighters warriors arizona cusp statehood modern era summary tony posante |
| 13973 |
13971 |
14929 |
Grandpa's Darlings |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction, Christianity - Other |
Fiction, or fact? The narrator asserts it's fact. <br/>The narrator is an author, whom her little nieces call "Auntie Belle". There's also an "Auntie Dule" (proper name Julia), Grandpa and Grandma, Mama and Papa, and eventually an Uncle Ross (Isabella Alden's husband, Gustavus Rossenberg Alden). The book is made up of vignettes of the funny sayings or doings of little Minnie and little Gracie, and how these lead to Grandpa's wise lessons for both the little ones and the adults. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1875 |
https://librivox.org/grandpas-darlings-by-pansy/ |
fiction fact narrator asserts fact br the narrator author little nieces call auntie belle there s also auntie dule proper name julia grandpa grandma mama papa eventually uncle ross isabella alden s husband gustavus rossenberg alden book made vignettes funny sayings doings little minnie little gracie lead grandpa s wise lessons little ones adults summary triciag |
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13972 |
14931 |
Bible (YLT) NT 06: Epistle to the Romans |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
The Epistle to the Romans is the sixth book in the New Testament, written by Paul to the believers in Rome. It is perhaps the best epistle for outlining the basic foundations of Christian faith, from man's depravity and need for a savior, to salvation given through faith in Christ, to how believers should live in consequence of such a salvation. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/romans-youngs-literal-translation/ |
epistle romans sixth book new testament written paul believers rome perhaps best epistle outlining basic foundations christian faith man s depravity need savior salvation given faith christ believers live consequence salvation summary triciag |
| 13975 |
13973 |
14932 |
Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 4 |
Charles F. Horne |
History |
A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 4 of 22, covering from 410-827 AD. - Summary by Title Page |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/the-great-events-by-famous-historians-volume-4-by-charles-f-horne/ |
comprehensive readable account world s history emphasizing important events presenting complete narratives master words eminent historians volume 4 22 covering 410 827 ad summary title page |
| 13976 |
13974 |
14933 |
“The Flu”: A Brief History of Influenza in U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii |
A. Mouritz |
History , Medical, Science |
PREFACE\nThis Booklet has been written and compiled for the use of any student or layman who seeks concise and clear information on the history of Influenza. Brief and salient facts are set forth relating to “Flu” epidemics and pandemics: other collateral features have also been discussed, connected with or bearing upon this subject.\nHonolulu, Hawaii, U. S. A., 1921. - A. Mouritz\n\nNotes:\n Much of the material in "The Flu" is still relevant today, like pandemic terminology, thoughts about causes and micro-organisms, the flu's relationship with pneumonia, the impact on society, and approaches to treatments\n "The Flu" is included in the Surgeon General's Library at the U. S. National Library of Medicine\n omitted Chapter 5 (titled, From the Author’s Booklet, “Historical Hawaii”) to retain the primary purpose as stated in the title and Preface, and subtract secondary material |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-flu-a-brief-history-of-influenza-by-a-mouritz/ |
preface booklet written compiled use student layman seeks concise clear information history influenza brief salient facts set forth relating flu epidemics pandemics collateral features also discussed connected bearing upon subject honolulu hawaii u s a 1921 a mouritz notes much material the flu still relevant today like pandemic terminology thoughts causes micro organisms flu s relationship pneumonia impact society approaches treatments the flu included surgeon general s library u s national library medicine omitted chapter 5 titled author s booklet historical hawaii retain primary purpose stated title preface subtract secondary material |
| 13977 |
13975 |
14934 |
Charles Dickens' Children Stories - Retold by His Grandaughter |
Charles Dickens |
General |
These re-tellings of well known stories originally written by Charles Dickens are all focused on the children in them. Their humor and pathos are kept intact and make for captivating reading. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/charles-dickens-children-stories-retold-by-his-grandaughter-by-charles-dickens/ |
re tellings well known stories originally written charles dickens focused children them humor pathos kept intact make captivating reading |
| 13978 |
13976 |
14935 |
Work Of The Sisters During The Epidemic Of Influenza October, 1918 |
Francis Edward Tourscher |
Health & Fitness, Medical, Modern (20th C) |
In 1918 over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns left their convents in the Philadelphia area to nurse the sick and dying of the influenza epidemic. Twenty-three of the sisters died because of their ministrations. This is an account of their heroic work published in the American Catholic Historical Society Of Philadelphia, 1919. “Gathered and arranged from reports of personal experiences of the sisters and contributed by request of the compiler.” The compiler/author was an academic/priest at Villanova University in Pennsylvania. Since there are no chapter headings, this recording uses the section headings of the book. - Summary by David Wales and book's subtitle |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/work-of-the-sisters-by-francis-edward-tourscher/ |
1918 2 000 roman catholic nuns left convents philadelphia area nurse sick dying influenza epidemic twenty three sisters died ministrations account heroic work published american catholic historical society philadelphia 1919 gathered arranged reports personal experiences sisters contributed request compiler compiler author academic priest villanova university pennsylvania since chapter headings recording uses section headings book summary david wales book s subtitle |
| 13979 |
13985 |
14946 |
Pee-Wee Harris in Luck |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
Action & Adventure |
Another episode in the life of the loveable Pee-Wee Harris, Boy Scout and Boy of Superior Appetite, who always lands on his feet, even when things don't turn out as planned. |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pee-wee-harris-in-luck-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh/ |
another episode life loveable pee wee harris boy scout boy superior appetite always lands feet even things turn planned |
| 13980 |
13978 |
14938 |
Americans All, Immigrants All |
U. S. Department of the Interior Office of Education |
History , Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
The United States Department of the Interior, Office of Education partnered with the Columbia Broadcasting System to present a series of 26 dramatic radio broadcast programs detailing the role of immigrants in the development of the USA. This small volume was printed as a supplement to the programs. It contains a great deal of the data concerning the contributions of immigrants to the country, often in condensed or tabular form, which were highlighted in the broadcasts. - Summary by Mark Smith |
English |
1939 |
https://librivox.org/americans-all-immigrants-all-by-u-s-department-of-the-interior-office-of-education/ |
united states department interior office education partnered columbia broadcasting system present series 26 dramatic radio broadcast programs detailing role immigrants development usa small volume printed supplement programs contains great deal data concerning contributions immigrants country often condensed tabular form highlighted broadcasts summary mark smith |
| 13981 |
13979 |
14939 |
Pause |
Susanna Moodie |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The Pause by Susanna Moodie.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 22, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nSusanna Moodie was an English-born Canadian author who wrote about her experiences as a settler in Canada, which was a British colony at the time. This poem is taken from ENTHUSIASM AND OTHER POEMS, By SUSANNA STRICKLAND, (NOW MRS. MOODIE.) (1821) - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1831 |
https://librivox.org/the-pause-by-susanna-moodie/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings pause susanna moodie br weekly poetry project march 22 2020 br br susanna moodie english born canadian author wrote experiences settler canada british colony time poem taken enthusiasm poems susanna strickland now mrs moodie 1821 summary wikipedia |
| 13982 |
13980 |
14941 |
Bill the Conqueror |
P. G. Wodehouse |
General Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Published 1900 onward |
Hailed as one of the funniest writers of the 20th century, P. G. Wodehouse cheerfully radiates humor that is both sophisticated and popular. In Bill the Conqueror, Wodehouse creates an array of entertaining characters who gallop around England and America in quest of love and money. Our far-from-perfect hero Bill is a dissipated American former football player and man of action, who tangles with odious relatives, bumbling gangsters, suave white-collar crooks, and even his exasperating but well-meaning friend Judson, as he seeks to become worthy of the woman of his dreams, whichever one she might be. As you might expect, the course of true love never did run smooth.\n( Carol Pelster) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bill-the-conqueror-by-p-g-wodehouse/ |
hailed one funniest writers 20th century p g wodehouse cheerfully radiates humor sophisticated popular bill conqueror wodehouse creates array entertaining characters gallop around england america quest love money far from perfect hero bill dissipated american former football player man action tangles odious relatives bumbling gangsters suave white collar crooks even exasperating well meaning friend judson seeks become worthy woman dreams whichever one might be might expect course true love never run smooth carol pelster |
| 13983 |
13981 |
14942 |
Bunny Brothers |
Jacqueline Clayton |
Animals & Nature |
Pinkie is one of a whole bunch of bunny brothers and sisters. Their mother, Mrs. Bunny, is a busy woman and often exasperated with the exuberance and energy of Pinkie. He is not a good student and is considered somewhat lazy but he is a good bunny at heart who loves his numerous brothers and sister bunnies. Follow him on just a few of his adventures and misadventures. - Summary by phil c |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/bunny-brothers-by-jacqueline-clayton/ |
pinkie one whole bunch bunny brothers sisters mother mrs bunny busy woman often exasperated exuberance energy pinkie good student considered somewhat lazy good bunny heart loves numerous brothers sister bunnies follow adventures misadventures summary phil c |
| 13984 |
13982 |
14943 |
History of Astronomy |
George Forbes |
Astronomy, Physics & Mechanics |
An attempt has been made in these pages to trace the evolution of intellectual thought in the progress of astronomical discovery, and, by recognising the different points of view of the different ages, to give due credit even to the ancients. No one can expect, in a history of astronomy of limited size, to find a treatise on “practical” or on “theoretical astronomy,” nor a complete “descriptive astronomy,” and still less a book on “speculative astronomy.” Something of each of these is essential, however, for tracing the progress of thought and knowledge which it is the object of this History to describe. - Summary from the Preface |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/history-of-astronomy-by-george-forbes/ |
attempt made pages trace evolution intellectual thought progress astronomical discovery and recognising different points view different ages give due credit even ancients one expect history astronomy limited size find treatise practical theoretical astronomy complete descriptive astronomy still less book speculative astronomy something essential however tracing progress thought knowledge object history describe summary preface |
| 13985 |
13983 |
14944 |
In a Belgian Garden and Other Poems |
Frank Oliver Call |
Single author |
<br>These magnificent poems written by a lover of the natural splendor of untrodden lands are both thrilling and exhilarating. Visions and observations of the wonders of creation are gradually unlocked and elegantly illustrated in ways hitherto unimagined by the passive observer of the eclectic world that surrounds us, while sparing no omission of the very obvious and egregious rampant destruction, both physical and moral, of the Great War. \n<br><br>\nFrank Oliver Call, the poet, the educator, the skillful wordsmith takes us on a journey to lands near and far, both those untouched by the ravages of civilization and those savagely ravaged by that same civilization run amok. While deftly expressing his love and awe for the raw beauty of nature and his condemnation for "Death's dark wing" that had drifted over places tranquil and serene he once cherished, the poet concedes that much of life and its possible purpose is not nor never can be understood by us mortals. However, recognizing the imperative nature of life itself Call goes on to acknowledge that, "onward driven must our frail barques go," while adding the plea, "O God, that we might know, might only know!" \n<br><br>\nCome, then, come on this magical exploration of an era since passed, an era of beauty but one of death, destruction and devastation. Let us appreciate the prescience of this poet's description of lives altogether too able to be transformed in an instant from peace to furious frenzy. And let us dream, dream of how idyllic life could, should and just may possibly one day be. \n - Summary by Bruce Kachuk<br><br> |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-belgian-garden-and-other-poems-by-frank-oliver-call/ |
br these magnificent poems written lover natural splendor untrodden lands thrilling exhilarating visions observations wonders creation gradually unlocked elegantly illustrated ways hitherto unimagined passive observer eclectic world surrounds us sparing omission obvious egregious rampant destruction physical moral great war br br frank oliver call poet educator skillful wordsmith takes us journey lands near far untouched ravages civilization savagely ravaged civilization run amok deftly expressing love awe raw beauty nature condemnation death s dark wing drifted places tranquil serene cherished poet concedes much life possible purpose never understood us mortals however recognizing imperative nature life call goes acknowledge that onward driven must frail barques go adding plea o god might know might know br br come then come magical exploration era since passed era beauty one death destruction devastation let us appreciate prescience poet s description lives altogether able transformed instant peace furious frenzy let us dream dream idyllic life could may possibly one day be summary bruce kachuk br br |
| 13986 |
13984 |
14945 |
Bola de sebo |
Guy de Maupassant |
Literary Fiction, Single Author Collections |
Cuento largo o novela breve, que supuso el primer texto con cierto éxito del maestro Guy de Maupassant. Durante la guerra franco-prusiana, una diligencia, con una variopinta composición, que huye de la línea del frente es detenida en una posada. Allí un oficial prusiano les plantea una cuestión peliaguda: a no ser que una de las viajeras (conocida como "Bola de sebo") pase una noche junto a él, no les permitirá proseguir su viaje. Petición que ella no tiene intención de satisfacer... - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/bola-de-sebo-by-guy-de-maupassant/ |
cuento largo novela breve que supuso el primer texto con cierto éxito del maestro guy de maupassant durante la guerra franco prusiana una diligencia con una variopinta composición que huye de la línea del frente es detenida en una posada allí un oficial prusiano les plantea una cuestión peliaguda ser que una de las viajeras conocida como bola de sebo pase una noche junto él les permitirá proseguir su viaje petición que ella tiene intención de satisfacer summary epachuko |
| 13987 |
13986 |
14947 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 037 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual.<br><br>\n\nNote: “Wake Not the Dead” (the last story in this collection) is often attributed to Johann Ludwig Tieck; however, work by researchers such as Rob Brautigam and Heide Crawford rediscovered that the actual author was Ernst Benjamin Salomo Raupach. Attributed to Raupach at its first German publication in “Minerva: Taschenbuch fur das Jahr 1823”, its English translation in “Popular Tales and Romances of the Northern Nations” in the same year (the source used here) lacked any author attribution. The misattribution to Tieck may have been due to the fact that one of Tieck’s famous tales directly followed “Wake Not the Dead” in that anthology. The misattribution became widespread after anthologist Peter Haining credited the story to Tieck in his popular collection “Gothic Tales of Terror, Vol. 2” in 1973. (Note contributed by Rafe Ball)<br><br> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-037-by-various/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual br br note wake dead the last story collection often attributed johann ludwig tieck however work researchers rob brautigam heide crawford rediscovered actual author ernst benjamin salomo raupach attributed raupach first german publication minerva taschenbuch fur das jahr 1823 english translation popular tales romances northern nations year the source used here lacked author attribution misattribution tieck may due fact one tieck s famous tales directly followed wake dead anthology misattribution became widespread anthologist peter haining credited story tieck popular collection gothic tales terror vol 2 1973 note contributed rafe ball br br |
| 13988 |
13987 |
14948 |
Bible (WNT) NT 12: Colossians |
Weymouth New Testament |
Bibles, Weymouth New Testament |
In Paul's message to the fellowship in Colossae, a city in Phrygia, Asia Minor, the Apostle reminds them of the complete adequacy of Christ alone. Sophisticated philosophies and the rules and regulations of the Old Covenant are to be nailed to the Cross of Christ, and He alone is to be their King and Rulemaker. Paul shares the greetings and well-wishes of his brothers, and requests that the Good News be shared further. - Summary by Mark Penfold |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/colossians-weymouth-new-testament/ |
paul s message fellowship colossae city phrygia asia minor apostle reminds complete adequacy christ alone sophisticated philosophies rules regulations old covenant nailed cross christ alone king rulemaker paul shares greetings well wishes brothers requests good news shared further summary mark penfold |
| 13989 |
13988 |
14949 |
Journey Round My Room |
Xavier de Maistre |
Biography & Autobiography, Memoirs |
Sentenced to house arrest for forty-two days owing to his participation in a duel, Xavier de Maistre was inspired to write a travel memoir about the greatest journey a man can take. It is a journey which costs nothing, one which is equally well-suited to the "miserly or prodigal, rich or poor, young or old" -- even the idlest man will enjoy this "pleasure jaunt which will cost him neither time nor money." Come then: join Maistre in a journey round his room. - Summary by Steven Watson |
English |
1871 |
https://librivox.org/a-journey-round-my-room-by-xavier-de-maistre/ |
sentenced house arrest forty two days owing participation duel xavier de maistre inspired write travel memoir greatest journey man take journey costs nothing one equally well suited miserly prodigal rich poor young old even idlest man enjoy pleasure jaunt cost neither time money come then join maistre journey round room summary steven watson |
| 13990 |
13989 |
14952 |
Octavius |
Marcus Minucius Felix |
Drama, Antiquity, Ancient |
This ancient Roman dialogue plays out as a religious debate between the Christian lawyer Octavius, and his close friend, a skeptical pagan named Caecilius. Caecilius is relatively agnostic, expressing skepticism towards both aspects of traditional Roman paganism, as well as towards his friend's newfangled Christian religion. Octavius attempts to give the reasons he has for his own beliefs and answer Caecilius' critiques. The author- Marcus Minucius Felix - plays the role of referee and observer. This is one of the earliest Latin texts to talk about Christianity, and describe how the new religion fit in the wider social context of the Roman world. (Summary by Adam Bielka)\n \n<br><br><strong>Cast</strong>:<br>\nMarcus, the narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13278">KevinS</a><br>\nOctavius, a Christian lawyer: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13984">cadastra</a><br>\nCaecilius, a pagan friend of Octavius: <a href="http://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\n<strong>Audio edited by Adam Bielka</strong>\n |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/octavius-by-marcus-minucius-felix/ |
ancient roman dialogue plays religious debate christian lawyer octavius close friend skeptical pagan named caecilius caecilius relatively agnostic expressing skepticism towards aspects traditional roman paganism well towards friend s newfangled christian religion octavius attempts give reasons beliefs answer caecilius critiques author marcus minucius felix plays role referee observer one earliest latin texts talk christianity describe new religion fit wider social context roman world summary adam bielka br br strong cast strong br marcus narrator a href https librivox org reader 13278 kevins a br octavius christian lawyer a href http librivox org reader 13984 cadastra a br caecilius pagan friend octavius a href http librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br strong audio edited adam bielka strong |
| 13991 |
13990 |
14954 |
Поэты наших дней: Антология / Poets of Our Days, Anthology |
Various |
Poetry, Anthologies |
Anthology of Russian / early Soviet poetry.<br /><br />Антология русской поэзии начала ХХ века. Некоторые авторы приобрели мировую известность, а некоторые совсем или почти забыты. Не удалось прочесть "Две кнструэмы" Алексея Чичерина: текст в основном состоит из непроизносимых сочетаний букв и знаков препинания, смотрите источник. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/poets-of-our-days-anthology-by-various/ |
anthology russian early soviet poetry br br антология русской поэзии начала хх века некоторые авторы приобрели мировую известность а некоторые совсем или почти забыты не удалось прочесть две кнструэмы алексея чичерина текст в основном состоит из непроизносимых сочетаний букв и знаков препинания смотрите источник summary mark chulsky |
| 13992 |
13991 |
14956 |
Marie Antoinette Romances, Vol 1: Balsamo, The Magician |
Alexandre Dumas |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
This is the first volume of Dumas' Marie Antoinette Romances (also called "The Memoirs of a Physician"). This historical fiction chronicles the strange events surrounding the fall of the French monarchy (starting ~1770) and rise of revolutionaries so terrifying that the period is still called "The Reign of Terrors" (1793-1794). In this volume, a renowned magician, Count Alessandro di Cagliostro (Balsamo), employs various occult tactics, like hypnotism and necromancy, to gain state secrets. Balsamo claims to be plotting against the Bourbons, but one must wonder whether this 3000 year old sorcerer has an ulterior motive... - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-marie-antoinette-romances-vol-1-balsamo-the-magician-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
first volume dumas marie antoinette romances also called the memoirs physician historical fiction chronicles strange events surrounding fall french monarchy starting 1770 rise revolutionaries terrifying period still called the reign terrors 1793 1794 volume renowned magician count alessandro di cagliostro balsamo employs various occult tactics like hypnotism necromancy gain state secrets balsamo claims plotting bourbons one must wonder whether 3000 year old sorcerer ulterior motive summary jvanstan |
| 13993 |
13992 |
14957 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Six (1910-1919) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Six of this chronological listing (1910-1919) are articles concerning his death, some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that period. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times’ “Times Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-six/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part six chronological listing 1910 1919 articles concerning death twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times period original microfiche articles available new york times times machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
| 13994 |
13993 |
14958 |
Blackie, A Lost Cat |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
Blackie is a coal black cat who lives with two children and their parents. One day she is led astray by a neighboring cat and decides to go for an adventure. Not knowing what to expect, she walks away from her cushion in the sun, plentiful food and lots of petting attention. All does not go as she expects an indeed her scary adventures cause her much anxiety not to mention an empty belly in the days ahead. Follow Blackie on her stroll through the streets and byways of a busy town. A cute story and I promise a happy ending. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/blackie-a-lost-cat-by-richard-barnum/ |
blackie coal black cat lives two children parents one day led astray neighboring cat decides go adventure knowing expect walks away cushion sun plentiful food lots petting attention go expects indeed scary adventures cause much anxiety mention empty belly days ahead follow blackie stroll streets byways busy town cute story promise happy ending summary phil chenevert |
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13994 |
14959 |
Time Machine (version 5) |
H. G. Wells |
Science Fiction |
Our dystopian future is revealed by H.G.Wells. In this famous story, an unnamed scientist of the 1800s invents a machine to travel through time. Going into the far future he discovers the human race has evolved into two distinct branches that are horrifyingly interdependent. Society, being divided into the upper and lower classes as it was at the time this story was written, has caused this horrifying thing to happen. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-time-machine-version-5-by-h-g-wells/ |
dystopian future revealed h g wells famous story unnamed scientist 1800s invents machine travel time going far future discovers human race evolved two distinct branches horrifyingly interdependent society divided upper lower classes time story written caused horrifying thing happen summary phil chenevert |
| 13996 |
13995 |
14960 |
Ahnen - Das Nest der Zaunkönige |
Gustav Freytag |
Historical Fiction, Sagas, War & Military Fiction |
„Im Nest der Zaunkönige liegt der Hauptteil des Herrenbesitzes um die Drei Gleichen, Vorberge des Thüringer Waldes bis in die Nähe von Erfurt, in einem Landstrich, wo die Dorfnamen, welche auf ‚leben‘ endigen, vorherrschen.“[4] Der Hauptsitz der Familie, die nun den spöttischen Beinamen „Reguli“, „kleine Könige“ bzw. „Zaunkönige“ trägt, wird mit Ingersleben (hier „Ingramsleben“ genannt) bei Erfurt identifiziert.\n\nDie Erzählung setzt im Jahre 1003 auf dem Höhepunkt der Konsolidierungskämpfe Kaiser Heinrichs II. in der Abtei Hersfeld ein, deren Konvent und Abt selbst in der Nachfolgefrage verstritten sind. Dem für den Kirchendienst bestimmten Immo, der hier seine schulische Ausbildung erfährt, gelingt die Flucht aus dem Konvent, um in der Folgezeit auf kaiserlicher Seite in der Auseinandersetzung teilzunehmen |
German |
1873 |
https://librivox.org/die-ahnen-by-gustav-freytag/ |
im nest der zaunkönige liegt der hauptteil des herrenbesitzes um die drei gleichen vorberge des thüringer waldes bis die nähe von erfurt einem landstrich wo die dorfnamen welche auf leben endigen vorherrschen 4 der hauptsitz der familie die nun den spöttischen beinamen reguli kleine könige bzw zaunkönige trägt wird mit ingersleben hier ingramsleben genannt bei erfurt identifiziert die erzählung setzt im jahre 1003 auf dem höhepunkt der konsolidierungskämpfe kaiser heinrichs ii der abtei hersfeld ein deren konvent und abt selbst der nachfolgefrage verstritten sind dem für den kirchendienst bestimmten immo der hier seine schulische ausbildung erfährt gelingt die flucht aus dem konvent um der folgezeit auf kaiserlicher seite der auseinandersetzung teilzunehmen |
| 13997 |
13996 |
14961 |
Don Juan, or The Feast with the Statue |
Molière |
Satire |
Don Juan "contains, perhaps, more severe attacks upon hypocrisy than does even Tartuffe. It depicts the hero as a man who, rich, noble, powerful, and bold, respects neither heaven nor earth, and knows no bounds to the gratification of his desires or his passions. He has excellent manners, but abominable principles; he is a whited sepulcher, and abuses the privileges of nobility without acknowledging its obligations or its duties. Moliere sketches no longer the nobleman as ridiculous, but makes him terrible."\n - Summary by The Translator\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nDon Juan, son to Don Louis: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11585">Kurt</a><br>\nDon Carlos, brother to Donna Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nDon Alonzo, brother to Donna Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nDon Louis, father to Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>\nThe Statue of The Commander: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nGuzman, gentleman-usher to Donna Elvira: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8425">Larry Wilson</a><br>\nMonsieur Dimanche, a tradesman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nSganarelle, servant to Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nLa Violette, servant to Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nRagotin, servant to Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nPierrot, a countryman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nLa Ramee, a swashbuckler: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nA Ghost: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10087">Sandra Schmit</a><br>\nDonna Elvira, wife to Don Juan: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13717">Matea Bracic</a><br>\nCharlotte, country-woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nMathurine, country-woman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nA poor man: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14477">Emmi Kranz</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1879 |
https://librivox.org/don-juan-or-the-feast-with-the-statue-by-moliere/ |
juan contains perhaps severe attacks upon hypocrisy even tartuffe depicts hero man who rich noble powerful bold respects neither heaven earth knows bounds gratification desires passions excellent manners abominable principles whited sepulcher abuses privileges nobility without acknowledging obligations duties moliere sketches longer nobleman ridiculous makes terrible summary translator br br cast list br juan son louis a href https librivox org reader 11585 kurt a br carlos brother donna elvira a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br alonzo brother donna elvira a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br louis father juan a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br statue commander a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br guzman gentleman usher donna elvira a href https librivox org reader 8425 larry wilson a br monsieur dimanche tradesman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br sganarelle servant juan a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br la violette servant juan a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br ragotin servant juan a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br pierrot countryman a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br la ramee swashbuckler a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br ghost a href https librivox org reader 10087 sandra schmit a br donna elvira wife juan a href https librivox org reader 13717 matea bracic a br charlotte country woman a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br mathurine country woman a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br poor man a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 14477 emmi kranz a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 13998 |
13997 |
14962 |
Five Nations Vol II |
Rudyard Kipling |
Single author |
Rudyard Kipling was the first English recipient of the Nobel Prize in literature and the youngest at the time to be so rewarded. His children’s stories and poems have been enduring expressions of his times, many tied to India, the country of his birth.\nFive Nations is a collection of poems covering the wide range of the British Kingdom at the time, though there is some debate as to what the Five Nations refer. There are two groups of poems in these volumes, unnamed poems and the service poems. Many of these have military themes and range over many wars of the British Empire. Volume II contains poems of the Five Nations and Service Poems. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-five-nations-vol-ii-by-rudyard-kipling/ |
rudyard kipling first english recipient nobel prize literature youngest time rewarded children s stories poems enduring expressions times many tied india country birth five nations collection poems covering wide range british kingdom time though debate five nations refer two groups poems volumes unnamed poems service poems many military themes range many wars british empire volume ii contains poems five nations service poems summary larry wilson |
| 13999 |
13998 |
14963 |
Diggers in the Earth |
Eva March Tappan |
Children's Non-fiction |
This book of 11 knowledgeable chapters is a good read for teaching children just how important their thoughts can be. Eva March Tappan has decided to inform her readers by showing them just how that can happen. - Summary by Adr |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/diggers-in-the-earth-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
book 11 knowledgeable chapters good read teaching children important thoughts be eva march tappan decided inform readers showing happen summary adr |
| 14000 |
13999 |
14965 |
Katerpoesie |
Paul Scheerbart |
Poetry, Single author |
Grossteils sehr kurze Gedichte! Paul Scheerbart wurde als früher Expressionist in der Glasbau-Architektur bekannt und entwickelte in seinen Werken auf humorvolle Weise und quer durch verschiedene Branchen und Inhalte seinen Stil. Oder war er ein Vorläufer das Surrealismus in der Literatur? Und warum nannten ihn viele DADAisten als Vorbild? Scheerbart spielt mit einfachen Worten und Inhalten, wirkt manchmal derb, manchmal clownesk. Oft mit satirisch-witzigem Unterton einen Seitenhieb austeilend, glaubt man öfters, den Spass zu spüren, den er vermutlich an seinen Werken hatte. Seine Bücher veröffentlichte er teils im selbst gegründeten Verlag, grossteils selbstillustriert, teils aber auch nicht und von Freunden illustriert. Auch in diesem ersten Frühwerk kann man in jedem Gedicht ein Kunstwerk finden. (Summary by schrm) |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/katerpoesie-by-paul-scheerbart/ |
grossteils sehr kurze gedichte paul scheerbart wurde als früher expressionist der glasbau architektur bekannt und entwickelte seinen werken auf humorvolle weise und quer durch verschiedene branchen und inhalte seinen stil oder war er ein vorläufer das surrealismus der literatur und warum nannten ihn viele dadaisten als vorbild scheerbart spielt mit einfachen worten und inhalten wirkt manchmal derb manchmal clownesk oft mit satirisch witzigem unterton einen seitenhieb austeilend glaubt man öfters den spass zu spüren den er vermutlich seinen werken hatte seine bücher veröffentlichte er teils im selbst gegründeten verlag grossteils selbstillustriert teils aber auch nicht und von freunden illustriert auch diesem ersten frühwerk kann man jedem gedicht ein kunstwerk finden summary schrm |
| 14001 |
14000 |
14966 |
Allerlei Gelehrte |
Hans Hoffmann |
Humorous Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Humoresken von Hans Hoffmann. Im Anekdoten-ähnelnden Stil erzählt Hoffmann in diesem ruhigen Buch mit großer Menschenkenntnis und feinem Humor von verwirrten Gelehrten, Fehden, Streichen und Kunst. Durch das Hervorrufen von Schmunzeln und Verwunderung entwickeln diese langen Erzählungen ihren Charme. (schrm) |
German |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/allerlei-gelehrte-by-hans-hoffmann/ |
humoresken von hans hoffmann im anekdoten ähnelnden stil erzählt hoffmann diesem ruhigen buch mit großer menschenkenntnis und feinem humor von verwirrten gelehrten fehden streichen und kunst durch das hervorrufen von schmunzeln und verwunderung entwickeln diese langen erzählungen ihren charme schrm |
| 14002 |
14001 |
14968 |
Mark of Zorro |
Johnston McCulley |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Westerns |
In Spanish California, a troubling pattern had developed. The natives were reduced to peasants, the Franciscan friars that ministered to them were derided, and the only people who mattered were the caballeros – who styled themselves as knights of the New World. These men strutted about in elegant clothes, riding magnificent horses, and sporting rapiers at their sides that they were quick to draw if they felt their honor was affronted.\n<br><br>\nInto this world burst Zorro (Spanish for “fox”). A later-day Robin Hood, he stole from the rich and gave to the poor, but he also took it upon himself to punish men who had notably abused others. Cloaked and masked, appearing suddenly from the dark, he always stayed ahead of the manhunt launched at his heels.\n<br><br>\nThe authorities called him a highwayman.\n<br><br>\nAnd when the doings of a corrupt governor began to affect the good people around the pueblo of early Los Angeles, Zorro responded – vigorously. Summary by Mark Smith |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-mark-of-zorro-by-johnston-mcculley/ |
spanish california troubling pattern developed natives reduced peasants franciscan friars ministered derided people mattered caballeros styled knights new world men strutted elegant clothes riding magnificent horses sporting rapiers sides quick draw felt honor affronted br br world burst zorro spanish fox later day robin hood stole rich gave poor also took upon punish men notably abused others cloaked masked appearing suddenly dark always stayed ahead manhunt launched heels br br authorities called highwayman br br doings corrupt governor began affect good people around pueblo early los angeles zorro responded vigorously summary mark smith |
| 14003 |
14002 |
14969 |
Uselessness |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you __ recordings of Uselessness by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for March 29, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nElla Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her works include Poems of Passion and Solitude, which contains the lines "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone." - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/uselessness-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
librivox volunteers bring __ recordings uselessness ella wheeler wilcox br weekly poetry project march 29 2020 br br ella wheeler wilcox american author poet works include poems passion solitude contains lines laugh world laughs you weep weep alone summary wikipedia |
| 14004 |
14003 |
14970 |
From the Forests |
Henry Kendall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of From the Forests by Henry Kendall.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 29, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nHenry Kendall was the first Australian poet to draw his inspiration from the life, scenery and traditions of the country. from the Biographical Note - The Poems of Henry Kendall |
English |
1888 |
https://librivox.org/from-the-forests-by-henry-kendall/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings forests henry kendall br fortnightly poetry project march 29 2020 br br henry kendall first australian poet draw inspiration life scenery traditions country biographical note poems henry kendall |
| 14005 |
14004 |
14973 |
Ormond |
Maria Edgeworth |
Literary Fiction, Published 1800 -1900 |
Maria Edgeworth was one of the most popular writers of her time, a sharp and witty observer of society manners, and a favorite author for Jane Austen.\n<br><br>\n“Ormond,” published in 1817, is a “coming-of-age” novel, tracing a young man’s development as he approaches the age of majority. When we meet him, Harry Ormond has his “heart in the right place,” but is unsettled of character, naïve and impulsive. The central issue is: “What kind of man will he become?” \n<br><br>\nIn part, Harry is influenced by the books he reads: Fielding’s “Tom Jones,” Richardson’s “Sir Charles Grandison,” and works of the French Enlightenment. More important, however, are influences from the company he keeps, much as Prince Hal in Shakespeare’s “Henry IV” takes shape as a reflection of the people around him. As an orphan, Harry had been adopted by Sir Ulick O’Shane, a man of society, full of subtlety and strategies, who exploits his public trust for private advantage (a practice known at that time as “jobbing”). Harry also spends time with Sir Ulick’s cousin Cornelius, a Falstaffian figure of hearty good cheer and eccentric rural lifestyle. (He enthrones himself on a tiny island in an Irish lake, calls himself the “King of the Black Islands” and nicknames Ormond “Prince Harry.”) Later, Harry follows Cornelius’s daughter to Paris, where he witnesses the glamorous dissipation of French society in the years before the Revolution.\n<br><br>\nThis novel explores the challenges of bringing together apparent oppositions: reconciling promised loyalty with assertion of self, Anglo-Irish landlords with their Irish tenants, Catholics with Protestants, and the impulsive heart with the rational head.\n<br><br>\n“Ormond” is named in the reference list “1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die.” - Summary by Bruce Pirie |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/ormond-by-maria-edgeworth/ |
maria edgeworth one popular writers time sharp witty observer society manners favorite author jane austen br br ormond published 1817 coming of age novel tracing young man s development approaches age majority meet him harry ormond heart right place unsettled character naïve impulsive central issue is what kind man become br br part harry influenced books reads fielding s tom jones richardson s sir charles grandison works french enlightenment important however influences company keeps much prince hal shakespeare s henry iv takes shape reflection people around him orphan harry adopted sir ulick o shane man society full subtlety strategies exploits public trust private advantage a practice known time jobbing harry also spends time sir ulick s cousin cornelius falstaffian figure hearty good cheer eccentric rural lifestyle he enthrones tiny island irish lake calls king black islands nicknames ormond prince harry later harry follows cornelius s daughter paris witnesses glamorous dissipation french society years revolution br br novel explores challenges bringing together apparent oppositions reconciling promised loyalty assertion self anglo irish landlords irish tenants catholics protestants impulsive heart rational head br br ormond named reference list 1001 books must read die summary bruce pirie |
| 14006 |
14005 |
14974 |
Vicky Van |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Carolyn Wells always provides an enjoyable read and this one is probably one of her most intriguing murder mysteries. Vicky Van is a lithe, joyful and vibrant society woman beloved by all. A man named Sommers shows up uninvited at one of her famous parties. He is found murdered shortly after he follows her out of the card room and Vicky Van is seen standing next to him with blood on her dress. She disappears before the police arrive and is considered guilty. In spite of little notes she leaves here and there no one can find her or her maid Julie. Why did she kill a stranger? Why can't the police find her? This one will baffle Fleming Stone more than any other. - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/vicky-van-by-carolyn-wells/ |
carolyn wells always provides enjoyable read one probably one intriguing murder mysteries vicky van lithe joyful vibrant society woman beloved all man named sommers shows uninvited one famous parties found murdered shortly follows card room vicky van seen standing next blood dress disappears police arrive considered guilty spite little notes leaves one find maid julie kill stranger can t police find her one baffle fleming stone other summary celine major |
| 14007 |
14006 |
14976 |
Medici, Volume 2 |
G. F. Young |
Biography & Autobiography, History |
This work relates the history of the Medici family through three centuries and eleven generations, from its rise from obscurity, to its zenith of power and influence, to its eventual decay and ruin. It outlines their history in conjunction with the major events of Europe and dwells much on the artists and artworks patronized by the Medici - the impetus of the Renaissance. <br /><br />This second volume begins in 1537 and highlights Catherine, the last of the elder branch, then follows the younger branch to the eventual extinction of the family in 1743. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/the-medici-volume-2-by-g-f-young/ |
work relates history medici family three centuries eleven generations rise obscurity zenith power influence eventual decay ruin outlines history conjunction major events europe dwells much artists artworks patronized medici impetus renaissance br br this second volume begins 1537 highlights catherine last elder branch follows younger branch eventual extinction family 1743 summary triciag |
| 14008 |
14007 |
14978 |
Short Poetry Collection 203 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 63 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for April 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-203-by-various/ |
collection 63 poems read english librivox volunteers april 2020 |
| 14009 |
14008 |
14979 |
Pyrrhus |
Jacob Abbott |
Biography & Autobiography |
This history concerns Pyrrhus, king of Epirus, BC 336-321. Pyrrhus was a world renowned soldier, leader, and conqueror of Macedon and Italy, from whom the term Pyrrhic victory was taken. - Summary by Deon Gines |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/pyrrhus-by-jacob-abbott/ |
history concerns pyrrhus king epirus bc 336 321 pyrrhus world renowned soldier leader conqueror macedon italy term pyrrhic victory taken summary deon gines |
| 14010 |
14009 |
14980 |
Letters to a Friend, Written to Mrs. Ezra S. Carr, 1866-1879 |
John Muir |
Nature, Travel & Geography, Letters |
When John Muir was a student in the University of Wisconsin he was a frequent caller at the house of Dr. Ezra S. Carr. The kindness shown him there, and especially the sympathy which Mrs. Carr, as a botanist and a lover of nature, felt in the young man's interests and aims, led to the formation of a lasting friendship. He regarded Mrs. Carr, indeed, as his "spiritual mother," and his letters to her in later years are the outpourings of a sensitive spirit to one who he felt thoroughly understood and sympathized with him. These letters are therefore peculiarly revealing of their writer's personality. Most of them were written from the Yosemite Valley, and they give a good notion of the life Muir led there, sheep-herding, guiding, and tending a sawmill at intervals to earn his daily bread, but devoting his real self to an ardent scientific study of glacial geology and a joyous and reverent communion with Nature. - Summary from the preface of the book. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/letters-to-a-friend-written-to-mrs-ezra-s-carr-1866-1879-by-john-muir/ |
john muir student university wisconsin frequent caller house dr ezra s carr kindness shown there especially sympathy mrs carr botanist lover nature felt young man s interests aims led formation lasting friendship regarded mrs carr indeed spiritual mother letters later years outpourings sensitive spirit one felt thoroughly understood sympathized him letters therefore peculiarly revealing writer s personality written yosemite valley give good notion life muir led there sheep herding guiding tending sawmill intervals earn daily bread devoting real self ardent scientific study glacial geology joyous reverent communion nature summary preface book |
| 14011 |
14010 |
14981 |
Beacon Second Reader |
James Hiram Fassett |
Children's Fiction, Short works |
In the "Beacon Second Reader" the author has chosen for his stories only those of recognized literary merit; and while it has been necessary to rearrange and sometimes rewrite them for the purpose of simplification, yet he has endeavored to retain the spirit which has served to endear these ancient tales to the children of all ages. The fairy story appeals particularly to children who are in the second school year. - Summary from the Preface<br /><br />\nThis school reader is an excellent resource for anyone learning to read English, children and adults alike. Reading along while listening is a great way to develop reading skills. The tables at the end of the reader provide lists of common word patterns to promote both reading and writing skills. Reading along is especially helpful for this part of the book.\n |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/the-beacon-second-reader-by-james-hiram-fassett/ |
beacon second reader author chosen stories recognized literary merit necessary rearrange sometimes rewrite purpose simplification yet endeavored retain spirit served endear ancient tales children ages fairy story appeals particularly children second school year summary preface br br school reader excellent resource anyone learning read english children adults alike reading along listening great way develop reading skills tables end reader provide lists common word patterns promote reading writing skills reading along especially helpful part book |
| 14012 |
14011 |
14983 |
Isle of the Undead |
Lloyd Eshbach |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
<br>"A gripping, thrilling, uncanny tale about the frightful fate that befell a yachting party on the dreadful island of living dead men." <br><i>- Summary from Weird Tales, Volume 28, Issue 3, October 1936</i><br> |
English |
1936 |
https://librivox.org/the-isle-of-the-undead-by-lloyd-eshbach/ |
br a gripping thrilling uncanny tale frightful fate befell yachting party dreadful island living dead men br i summary weird tales volume 28 issue 3 october 1936 i br |
| 14013 |
14020 |
14994 |
Heart of a Mystery |
Robert Eustace |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
The Heart of Mystery by L. T. Meade and Robert Eustace was published in 1901 in six installments in the Windsor Magazine, Vol. 14. The stories relate the adventures of a young Englishman summoned to the deathbed of an old friend in Paris who subsequently finds himself embroiled in a web of danger, espionage and intrigue. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-heart-of-a-mystery-by-meade-and-eustace/ |
heart mystery l t meade robert eustace published 1901 six installments windsor magazine vol 14 stories relate adventures young englishman summoned deathbed old friend paris subsequently finds embroiled web danger espionage intrigue summary j m smallheer |
| 14014 |
14012 |
14984 |
Marvels of Modern Science |
Paul Severing |
Science, Technology & Engineering |
The purpose of this little book is to give a general idea of a few of the great achievements of our time. For instance, the flying machine is engaging the attention of the old, the young and the middle-aged, and soon the whole world will be on the wing. Radium, "the revealer," is opening the door to possibilities almost beyond human conception. Wireless Telegraphy is crossing thousands of miles of space with invisible feet and making the nations of the earth as one. 'Tis the same with the other subjects,—one and all are of vital, human interest, and are extremely attractive on account of their importance in the civilization of today. Mighty, sublime, wonderful, as have been the achievements of past science, as yet we are but on the verge of the continents of discovery. Just as our conceptions of many things have been revolutionized in the past, those which we hold to-day of the cosmic processes may have to be remodeled in the future. Science is ever on the march and what is new to-day will be old to-morrow. We cannot go back, we must go forward, and although we can never reach finality in aught, we can improve on the past to enrich the future. (From the Introduction) |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/marvels-of-modern-science-by-paul-severing/ |
purpose little book give general idea great achievements time instance flying machine engaging attention old young middle aged soon whole world wing radium the revealer opening door possibilities almost beyond human conception wireless telegraphy crossing thousands miles space invisible feet making nations earth one tis subjects one vital human interest extremely attractive account importance civilization today mighty sublime wonderful achievements past science yet verge continents discovery conceptions many things revolutionized past hold to day cosmic processes may remodeled future science ever march new to day old to morrow cannot go back must go forward although never reach finality aught improve past enrich future from introduction |
| 14015 |
14013 |
14985 |
enfant gâté |
Zénaïde Fleuriot |
Family |
Un jeune garçon élevé par sa marraine est … fort gâté. Son tuteur légal le recueille chez lui, dans sa famille afin de le préparer à une entrée au collége. Tendresse, gentillesse et quelques idées d'éducation.. - Summary by Christiane Jehanne |
French |
1881 |
https://librivox.org/un-enfant-gate-by-zenaide-fleuriot/ |
un jeune garçon élevé par sa marraine est fort gâté son tuteur légal le recueille chez lui dans sa famille afin de le préparer à une entrée au collége tendresse gentillesse et quelques idées d éducation summary christiane jehanne |
| 14016 |
14014 |
14986 |
Flop Ear, the Funny Rabbit |
Richard Barnum |
Animals & Nature |
"Once upon a time, not so very many years ago, a family of rabbits lived in the woods near the top of a mountain. There were six in the family, counting Flop Ear, the funny rabbit, and I speak of him first because this story is going to be mostly about him and his adventures, or what happened to Flop Ear." Another hippity-hoppty tale about an adventurous little rabbit whose left ear just would not stand up straight. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/flop-ear-the-funny-rabbit-by-richard-barnum/ |
once upon time many years ago family rabbits lived woods near top mountain six family counting flop ear funny rabbit speak first story going mostly adventures happened flop ear another hippity hoppty tale adventurous little rabbit whose left ear would stand straight summary phil chenevert |
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14015 |
14987 |
Historia de una anguila y otras historias |
Anton Chekhov |
Short Stories, Single Author Collections |
Recopilación de cuentos de uno de los grandes maestros del género: Antón Chéjov. Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/historia-de-una-anguila-y-otras-historias-by-anton-chekhov/ |
recopilación de cuentos de uno de los grandes maestros del género antón chéjov summary epachuko |
| 14018 |
14016 |
14988 |
Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14: The New Era |
John Lord |
*Non-fiction |
Volume 14 is a compilation of essays regarding accomplishments over the 50 years preceding the author's death in 1894. The editorial staff chose the people that they felt best exemplified Lord's criteria of being a historical force to represent the worlds of music, art, science and invention. Though not personally written by Lord, the book is attributed to him. - Summary by KHand |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/beacon-lights-vol-14-by-john-lord/ |
volume 14 compilation essays regarding accomplishments 50 years preceding author s death 1894 editorial staff chose people felt best exemplified lord s criteria historical force represent worlds music art science invention though personally written lord book attributed him summary khand |
| 14019 |
14017 |
14990 |
Ingersoll on WALT WHITMAN, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 5 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
*Non-fiction |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people in this series include: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN, HUMBOLDT AND THOMAS PAINE; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS; WHICH WAY? (science or superstition); and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE. \nEach lecture in Volume 3, plus 2 lectures from Volume 1 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. (~ Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-walt-whitman-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-5-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people series include shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman humboldt thomas paine followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 plus 2 lectures volume 1 of 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series called ingersoll lectures famous people michele fry |
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14018 |
14992 |
Autobiography of an Actress; or Eight Years on the Stage |
Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie |
Performing Arts, Memoirs |
Anna Cora Mowatt was the author of the first Broadway comedy hit written by a woman. Her 1845 play “Fashion” is still performed today. She was also the first woman to professionally perform solo public readings of literature in the U.S. In pre-Civil War America, she was a popular novelist, poet, playwright, essayist, and correspondent. Autobiography of an Actress tells the dramatic story of her life and her struggles to overcome the anti-theatrical prejudices of her day. - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/autobiography-of-an-actress-by-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie/ |
anna cora mowatt author first broadway comedy hit written woman 1845 play fashion still performed today also first woman professionally perform solo public readings literature u s pre civil war america popular novelist poet playwright essayist correspondent autobiography actress tells dramatic story life struggles overcome anti theatrical prejudices day summary kelly s taylor |
| 14021 |
14019 |
14993 |
Money-Spinner |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Comedy |
When his younger brother incurs a large betting debt, what could be easier than for a man to borrow the money to save him from the factory he runs while his employers are away. Whoops; his employers are coming back before he has repaid the money. Ah, perhaps his wife can get the money from a friendly Lord who was once her suitor.... A friendly card game perhaps. What could go wrong?\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nLord Kengussie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nBaron Croodle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nHarold Boycott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/251">Mark Nelson</a><br>\nJules Faubert: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nMillicent Boycott: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nDorinda Croodle: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nMargot: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/the-money-spinner-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
younger brother incurs large betting debt could easier man borrow money save factory runs employers away whoops employers coming back repaid money ah perhaps wife get money friendly lord suitor friendly card game perhaps could go wrong summary toddhw br br cast list br lord kengussie a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br baron croodle a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br harold boycott a href https librivox org reader 251 mark nelson a br jules faubert a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br millicent boycott a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br dorinda croodle a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br margot a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14023 |
15003 |
World’s Story Volume XI: Canada, South America, Central America, Mexico and the West Indies |
Eva March Tappan |
Poetry, History , Travel & Geography |
This is the eleventh volume of the 15-volume series of <i>The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art</i>, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Part XI contains stories about Canadian history and about the discovery of Central and South America, from the early Inca and Aztec civilizations to the 20th century revolutions and upheavals. - Summary by Sonia\n<BR>Cast list for The Court of Justice of General Gomez:<BR>\nMajor: <a href=" https://librivox.org/reader/10801">Jim Locke</a> / Gomez: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8294">Monika M.C.</a> / Narrator: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br> |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/worlds-story-volume-xi-by-eva-march-tappan/ |
eleventh volume 15 volume series i the world s story history world story song art i edited eva march tappan book compilation selections prose literature poetry pictures offers comprehensive presentation world s history art culture early times till beginning 20th century part xi contains stories canadian history discovery central south america early inca aztec civilizations 20th century revolutions upheavals summary sonia br cast list court justice general gomez br major a href https librivox org reader 10801 jim locke a gomez a href https librivox org reader 8294 monika m c a narrator a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br |
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14024 |
15004 |
Engaged |
W. S. Gilbert |
Comedy |
This comedy is by Gilbert on his own without Sullivan. "Listen to me. You love this girl?" "I love her sir, a'most as weel as I love mysel' !" "Then reflect how you are standing in the way of her prosperity." "Sir, I'm puir on pocket, but I've a rich hairt."\n - Summary From The Play\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nCheviot Hill, a young man of property: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/5635">Matthew Reece</a><br>\nBelvawney, his friend: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13940">skypigeon</a><br>\nMr. Symperson: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nAngus Macalister, a Lowland peasant lad: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nMajor McGillicuddy: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11305">Craig Franklin</a><br>\nBelinda Treherne: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14477">Emmi Kranz</a><br>\nMinnie, Symperson's daughter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nMrs. Macfarlane, a Lowland widow: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMaggie, her daughter, a Lowland lassie: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nParker, Minnie's maid: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/engaged-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
comedy gilbert without sullivan listen me love girl i love sir a most weel love mysel then reflect standing way prosperity sir i m puir pocket i ve rich hairt summary play br br cast list br cheviot hill young man property a href https librivox org reader 5635 matthew reece a br belvawney friend a href https librivox org reader 13940 skypigeon a br mr symperson a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br angus macalister lowland peasant lad a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br major mcgillicuddy a href https librivox org reader 11305 craig franklin a br belinda treherne a href https librivox org reader 14477 emmi kranz a br minnie symperson s daughter a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br mrs macfarlane lowland widow a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br maggie daughter lowland lassie a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br parker minnie s maid a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
| 14024 |
14025 |
15005 |
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 27-38 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 27 through 38 cover the Gospel of St Luke 6:20 - 7:28. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-luke-sermons-27-38-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 27 38 cover gospel st luke 6 20 7 28 summary reader |
| 14025 |
14026 |
15007 |
Alice Dugdale |
Anthony Trollope |
Family Life, Published 1800 -1900 |
An ordinary village girl's plans for the future with her long-standing beau are threatened when he is seen to be an attractive prospect by a local noble family Trollope's novella works through the consequences with typical affection and sensitivity. - Summary by Anthony Ogus |
English |
1882 |
https://librivox.org/alice-dugdale-by-anthony-trollope/ |
ordinary village girl s plans future long standing beau threatened seen attractive prospect local noble family trollope s novella works consequences typical affection sensitivity summary anthony ogus |
| 14026 |
14027 |
15008 |
Hobby-Horse |
Arthur Wing Pinero |
Comedy |
A man's wife is caught up in Philanthropy, generously supporting all sorts of good causes. But that does not include her husband's interests in "the Turf or the Stable - no feeling except one of positive distaste." So what is he to do? How about somehow getting her to "endow a Home for about twenty decayed jockeys and stablemen ... who have outlived their chances on the turf and fallen on bad days?" Sounds very noble, but of course that is not quite what he has in mind.... (By the way, there is an Introductory Note that explains the play's reception. It has spoilers so I put it at the end of the Act 3 file.)\n - Summary by ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nMr Spenser Jermyn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8879">Son of the Exiles</a><br>\nMrs Spenser Jermyn: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nMr Pinching: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13577">Adrian Stephens</a><br>\nMiss Moxon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/11084">Devorah Allen</a><br>\nReverend Noel Brice: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nBertha: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13140">Jenn Broda</a><br>\nTom Clark: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10789">Tomas Peter</a><br>\nMrs Porcher: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8883">Lydia</a><br>\nMr Shattock: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/8677">KHand</a><br>\nMr Pews: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/7170">Alan Mapstone</a><br>\nMr Lyman: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13830">Adam Bielka</a><br>\nMr Moulter: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14442">BandanaMan99</a><br>\nMrs Landon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14337">ambsweet13</a><br>\nTiny Landon: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/14442">BandanaMan99</a><br>\nHewett: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12275">schrm</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/12075">MichaelMaggs</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/the-hobby-horse-by-arthur-wing-pinero/ |
man s wife caught philanthropy generously supporting sorts good causes include husband s interests the turf stable feeling except one positive distaste do somehow getting endow home twenty decayed jockeys stablemen outlived chances turf fallen bad days sounds noble course quite mind by way introductory note explains play s reception spoilers put end act 3 file summary toddhw br br cast list br mr spenser jermyn a href https librivox org reader 8879 son exiles a br mrs spenser jermyn a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br mr pinching a href https librivox org reader 13577 adrian stephens a br miss moxon a href https librivox org reader 11084 devorah allen a br reverend noel brice a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br bertha a href https librivox org reader 13140 jenn broda a br tom clark a href https librivox org reader 10789 tomas peter a br mrs porcher a href https librivox org reader 8883 lydia a br mr shattock a href https librivox org reader 8677 khand a br mr pews a href https librivox org reader 7170 alan mapstone a br mr lyman a href https librivox org reader 13830 adam bielka a br mr moulter a href https librivox org reader 14442 bandanaman99 a br mrs landon a href https librivox org reader 14337 ambsweet13 a br tiny landon a href https librivox org reader 14442 bandanaman99 a br hewett a href https librivox org reader 12275 schrm a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 12075 michaelmaggs a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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14028 |
15009 |
Four Science Fiction Novellas |
Harl Vincent |
Science Fiction |
<b>The Copper-Clad World</b>: Blaine awakes to find himself deep inside Jupiter’s 5th moon Io.<BR>\n<b>Creatures of Vibration</b>: Space vagabonds meet the vibration maddened people of Saturn’s satellite Titan.<br>\n<b>Vulcan's Workshop</b> Luke Fenton gets sentenced to 6 months hard labor at Vulcan’s workshop to mine radioactive ore. Fenton’s goal is to get revenge. The small plantoid Vulcan has 5 times earth's’ gravity and orbits between the Sun and Mercury. <br>\n<b>Wanderer of Infinity:</b> The Wanderer is an alien who is dedicated to saving worlds from inter-dimensional conquest. When earth is threatened by spider-like aliens the Wanderer enlists the help of a human to save the world. The Wanderer reminds one of our present-day Dr. Who. - Summary by kirk202 |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/four-science-fiction-novellas-by-harl-vincent/ |
b the copper clad world b blaine awakes find deep inside jupiter s 5th moon io br b creatures vibration b space vagabonds meet vibration maddened people saturn s satellite titan br b vulcan s workshop b luke fenton gets sentenced 6 months hard labor vulcan s workshop mine radioactive ore fenton s goal get revenge small plantoid vulcan 5 times earth s gravity orbits sun mercury br b wanderer infinity b wanderer alien dedicated saving worlds inter dimensional conquest earth threatened spider like aliens wanderer enlists help human save world wanderer reminds one present day dr who summary kirk202 |
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14036 |
15027 |
Goose-Quill Papers |
Louise Imogen Guiney |
Essays & Short Works |
Louise Imogen Guiney, and American poet and essayist, here presents twenty essays with her characteristic wit and poetic flair and often a touch of satire on sometimes common topics such as the apple, the moon, mathematics and the garret, even the provocative "On Teaching One's Grandmother how to Suck Eggs." - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/goose-quill-papers-by-louise-imogen-guiney/ |
louise imogen guiney american poet essayist presents twenty essays characteristic wit poetic flair often touch satire sometimes common topics apple moon mathematics garret even provocative on teaching one s grandmother suck eggs summary larry wilson |
| 14029 |
14029 |
15010 |
Three Hostages |
John Buchan |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Detective Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
The Three Hostages is the fourth of five Richard Hannay novels. The Richard Hannay novels are action/mystery/spy novels with a James bond feel. This book starts out with Richard Hannay married to Mary Lamington living in Fosse Manor. He is asked to work undercover and figure out who kidnapped three children of prominent people, while Scotland Yard investigate the abductions officially. Different friends help him solve the mystery. It's suspenseful and a fun action packed mystery! \n - Summary by Kimberly Shoemaker |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-three-hostages-by-john-buchan/ |
three hostages fourth five richard hannay novels richard hannay novels action mystery spy novels james bond feel book starts richard hannay married mary lamington living fosse manor asked work undercover figure kidnapped three children prominent people scotland yard investigate abductions officially different friends help solve mystery suspenseful fun action packed mystery summary kimberly shoemaker |
| 14030 |
14030 |
15014 |
Man of Genius |
Cesare Lombroso |
Psychology, Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
Famous criminologist, anthropologist, and psychiatrist, Dr Lombroso, investigated the memetic anecdotal belief that genius is associated with degenerative symptoms, or may even be a version of insanity, and presented his findings as a fascinating and controversial theory that the creative and imaginative celebrities throughout history have also displayed what he termed as "atavistic" symptoms, or defects resembling what is commonly seen in the unwell. Citations of evidence are drawn from a rich variety of references sources, including autopsy reports of brains and skulls, biographical data, the influence of environmental and seasonal changes on inventiveness, and even from the records of thousands of admittance into prisons and asylums of France and Italy. This book can be considered as a sort of sequel to his better known and also highly controversial theories about criminality associated with physical manifestations, often categorised as "psuedoscience". However, it should be noted that although his claims are factual and verifiable, his choice of selective evidence and the absence of a control group should be considered when reading the book. - Summary by Leon Harvey |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-of-genius-by-cesare-lombroso/ |
famous criminologist anthropologist psychiatrist dr lombroso investigated memetic anecdotal belief genius associated degenerative symptoms may even version insanity presented findings fascinating controversial theory creative imaginative celebrities throughout history also displayed termed atavistic symptoms defects resembling commonly seen unwell citations evidence drawn rich variety references sources including autopsy reports brains skulls biographical data influence environmental seasonal changes inventiveness even records thousands admittance prisons asylums france italy book considered sort sequel better known also highly controversial theories criminality associated physical manifestations often categorised psuedoscience however noted although claims factual verifiable choice selective evidence absence control group considered reading book summary leon harvey |
| 14031 |
14031 |
15016 |
Didache: The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles |
Unknown |
Christianity - Other |
<br>This short treatise was accounted by some of the Fathers as next to Holy Scripture. It was rediscovered in 1873 by a Greek Orthodox metropolitan of Nicomedia, in the codex from which, in 1875, he had published the full text of the Epistles of St. Clement. An old Latin translation was found in 1900. For convenience the contents may be divided into three parts: the first is the "Two Ways", the Way of Life and the Way of Death; the second part is a rituale dealing with baptism, fasting, and Holy Communion; the third speaks of the ministry. Doctrinal teaching is presupposed, and none is imparted.\n<br><br>\nThe Didache is mentioned by Eusebius after the books of Scripture (Church History III.25.4): "Let there be placed among the spuria the writing of the Acts of Paul, the so-called Shepherd and the Apocalypse of Peter, and besides these the Epistle known as that of Barnabas, and what are called the Teachings of the Apostles, and also . . . the Apocalypse of John, if this be thought fit . . ." St. Athanasius and Rufinus add the "Teaching" to the sapiential and other deutero-canonical books. It has a similar place in the lists of Nicephorus, Pseudo-Anastasius, and Pseudo-Athanasius (Synopsis). The Pseudo-Cyprianic "Adversus Aleatores" quotes it by name. Unacknowledged citations are very common, if less certain. The "Two Ways" appears in Barnabas, cc. xviii-xx, sometimes word for word, sometimes added to, dislocated, or abridged, and Barn., iv, 9 is from Didache, xvi, 2-3, or vice versa. Hermas, Irenæus, Clement of Alexandria, and Origen seem to use the work.<br> |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/didache-the-teaching-of-the-twelve-apostles/ |
br this short treatise accounted fathers next holy scripture rediscovered 1873 greek orthodox metropolitan nicomedia codex which 1875 published full text epistles st clement old latin translation found 1900 convenience contents may divided three parts first two ways way life way death second part rituale dealing baptism fasting holy communion third speaks ministry doctrinal teaching presupposed none imparted br br didache mentioned eusebius books scripture church history iii 25 4 let placed among spuria writing acts paul so called shepherd apocalypse peter besides epistle known barnabas called teachings apostles also apocalypse john thought fit st athanasius rufinus add teaching sapiential deutero canonical books similar place lists nicephorus pseudo anastasius pseudo athanasius synopsis pseudo cyprianic adversus aleatores quotes name unacknowledged citations common less certain two ways appears barnabas cc xviii xx sometimes word word sometimes added to dislocated abridged barn iv 9 didache xvi 2 3 vice versa hermas irenæus clement alexandria origen seem use work br |
| 14032 |
14032 |
15022 |
Famous Missions of California |
William Henry Hudson |
Modern (19th C) |
Naturalist William Henry Hudson was born in Argentina of immigrant parents from England, and later settled there. He published books on ornithology and novels, and other books of far ranging interest. This is a short overview, which he calls a sketch, of the California Missions starting with the first travels of Father Junipero Serra to their time of declining influence. Summary by Larry Wilson. |
English |
1901 |
https://librivox.org/the-famous-missions-of-california-by-william-henry-hudson/ |
naturalist william henry hudson born argentina immigrant parents england later settled there published books ornithology novels books far ranging interest short overview calls sketch california missions starting first travels father junipero serra time declining influence summary larry wilson |
| 14033 |
14033 |
15023 |
Penny Catechism (Catechism of Christian Doctrine) |
Catholic Truth Society |
Christianity - Commentary |
A question and answer format catechism that was the standard catechetical text in Great Britain throughout most of the 20th century. Popularly called the Penny Catechism, as the original version only cost one penny. Various editions of the Penny Catechism were issued through the century and changes were made to the text, particularly following Vatican II. This edition is the pre-Vatican II edition. - Summary by Wikipedia, modified by David Oderberg |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-penny-catechism-by-catholic-truth-society/ |
question answer format catechism standard catechetical text great britain throughout 20th century popularly called penny catechism original version cost one penny various editions penny catechism issued century changes made text particularly following vatican ii edition pre vatican ii edition summary wikipedia modified david oderberg |
| 14034 |
14034 |
15024 |
Ingersoll on HUMBOLDT, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 1, Lecture 2 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Biography & Autobiography |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures in this series include: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN, HUMBOLDT and THOMAS PAINE; followed by inspiring speeches on other personalities: THE GREAT INFIDELS; WHICH WAY? (science or superstition); and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE. \nEach lecture in Volume 3, plus 2 lectures from Volume 1 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. (~ Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-humboldt-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-1-lecture-2-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures series include shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman humboldt thomas paine followed inspiring speeches personalities great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 plus 2 lectures volume 1 of 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series called ingersoll lectures famous people michele fry |
| 14035 |
14035 |
15025 |
Ingersoll on THE GREAT INFIDELS, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lectures |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Biography & Autobiography |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people in this series include: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN; followed by an inspiring talk on THE GREAT INFIDELS; WHICH WAY? (science or superstition); and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE.\nEach lecture in Volume 3, plus 2 lectures on HUMBOLDT and THOMAS PAINE from Volume 1 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), will be presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. ( Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-the-great-infidels-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lectures-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people series include shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman followed inspiring talk great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 plus 2 lectures humboldt thomas paine volume 1 of 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series called ingersoll lectures famous people michele fry |
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14037 |
15030 |
Not on It |
Andrew Barton Paterson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of Not on It by Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 12, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThis Weekly Poem is from the original collection SALTBUSH BILL, J.P., AND OTHER VERSES, which includes 43 poems by the author that are reprinted from various sources. The book formed part of the publisher's series of "Pocket Editions for the Trenches", designed to fit a serviceman's coat pocket. ( Wikipedia) |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/not-on-it-by-andrew-barton-paterson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings andrew barton banjo paterson br weekly poetry project april 12 2020 br br weekly poem original collection saltbush bill j p verses includes 43 poems author reprinted various sources book formed part publisher s series pocket editions trenches designed fit serviceman s coat pocket wikipedia |
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15031 |
Essay of the Shaking Palsy |
James Parkinson |
Medical |
This publication is said to be the first to present a systematic view of what was later named Parkinson's disease. Six case studies are described and some speculation is offered as to the causes of 'paralysis agitans,' the author's name for the observed disease or condition. Parkinson offered the essay as encouragement to those performing nosological work and physical pathology to address the malady. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1817 |
https://librivox.org/an-essay-of-the-shaking-palsy-by-james-parkinson/ |
publication said first present systematic view later named parkinson s disease six case studies described speculation offered causes paralysis agitans author s name observed disease condition parkinson offered essay encouragement performing nosological work physical pathology address malady summary kevins |
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14039 |
15032 |
Town Traveller |
George Gissing |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Literary Fiction |
The town traveller is himself a British salesman, living in a lower class part of London in the Victorian era. The story depicts his interactions with his neighbors, and thus brings us images and vocabulary of personal exchanges, street scenes and practices of that time and class. The story is generally lighthearted and the action fast paced, although the characters are not at all intricate. (Arnold Banner) |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-town-traveller-by-george-gissing/ |
town traveller british salesman living lower class part london victorian era story depicts interactions neighbors thus brings us images vocabulary personal exchanges street scenes practices time class story generally lighthearted action fast paced although characters intricate arnold banner |
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14040 |
15033 |
Omnilingual (Version 3) |
H. Beam Piper |
Science Fiction |
This short story published in 1957 is unusual for its time in that its protagonist is a female scientist, and there is no romantic subplot. Helped by some of her teammates on the Mars exploration crew, and hindered by others, she struggles to decipher the meanings of the artifacts left by an extinct alien species. What possible frame of reference can humans and the long-gone Martians have in common? The answer is very satisfying in this well told tale. - Summary by Trish E. Matson |
English |
1957 |
https://librivox.org/omnilingual-version-3-by-h-beam-piper/ |
short story published 1957 unusual time protagonist female scientist romantic subplot helped teammates mars exploration crew hindered others struggles decipher meanings artifacts left extinct alien species possible frame reference humans long gone martians common answer satisfying well told tale summary trish e matson |
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14041 |
15035 |
Adventures of Squirrel Fluffytail |
Dolores McKenna |
Animals & Nature |
"Once upon a time, on a beautiful island that stood at the center of a great big lake, there lived in the heart of a kindly old oak tree a dear little squirrel family. There were three in all; father, mother and fluffytail and they were just the happiest family one could imagine." So begins the tale of little Fluffytail (whose tail was very fluffy indeed!) and her many adventures. A fun little story. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/the-adventures-of-squirrel-fluffytail-by-dolores-mckenna/ |
once upon time beautiful island stood center great big lake lived heart kindly old oak tree dear little squirrel family three all father mother fluffytail happiest family one could imagine begins tale little fluffytail whose tail fluffy indeed many adventures fun little story summary phil chenevert |
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14042 |
15037 |
Castaways of the Flag |
Jules Verne |
Action & Adventure |
Readers of the present book who have not read that named above—though all should read it as well as this—will have no difficulty in joining the story of the castaways to “The Swiss Family Robinson” with the help of the brief sketch of its contents which follows.\n<br><br>\nThe story begins with the arrival of the Unicorn, a British corvette commanded by Lieutenant Littlestone, whose commission includes the exploration of the waters in which New Switzerland is situate. He has with him as passengers Mr. and Mrs. Wolston and their daughters Hannah and Dolly.\n<br><br>\nWhen the Unicorn weighs anchor again Mr. Wolston and his wife and their elder daughter, Hannah, remain on the island. But the corvette takes away Fritz and Frank Zermatt and Jenny Montrose, who are all bound for England, where Jenny hopes to find her father, Colonel Montrose, and the two young men have much business to transact, and Dolly Wolston, who is to join her brother James—a married man with one child—at Cape Town. Mr. Wolston hopes that James, with his wife and child, will agree to accompany Dolly and the Zermatts—by the time they return Jenny will have become Mrs. Fritz Zermatt—to the island and take up their abode there. (Adapted from the Preface) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-castaways-of-the-flag-by-jules-verne/ |
readers present book read named above though read well this will difficulty joining story castaways the swiss family robinson help brief sketch contents follows br br story begins arrival unicorn british corvette commanded lieutenant littlestone whose commission includes exploration waters new switzerland situate passengers mr mrs wolston daughters hannah dolly br br unicorn weighs anchor mr wolston wife elder daughter hannah remain island corvette takes away fritz frank zermatt jenny montrose bound england jenny hopes find father colonel montrose two young men much business transact dolly wolston join brother james a married man one child at cape town mr wolston hopes james wife child agree accompany dolly zermatts by time return jenny become mrs fritz zermatt to island take abode there adapted preface |
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15039 |
Alexander the Great |
Jean Racine |
Drama |
Racine caused furour in the French theater community with his second play, Alexander the Great, when "The sensitive poet seems to have been disgusted by the manner in which it was being acted; for, a fortnight after it had been put on the boards at the Palais Royal [by Moliere], Moliere's company learned with astonishment and indignation that it was being simultaneously performed at a rival theatre."\n\n"The story of this drama is derived from Quintus Curtius, Plutarch, and Justin." Racine followed the rules of classical French dramatists: one main plot, action takes place in one day and at one location.\n - Summary by Translator and ToddHW\n<BR><BR>Cast list:<BR>\nAlexander: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6535">Ron Altman</a><br>\nPorus, Indian King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\nTaxiles, Indian King: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13851">Ethan Hurst</a><br>\nAxiana, Queen of another part of India: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/13717">Matea Bracic</a><br>\nCleophila, sister of Taxiles: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/4174">Availle</a><br>\nHephaestion: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/9642">Chris Pyle</a><br>\nStage Directions: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/10179">Sonia</a><br>\nEditing: <a href="https://librivox.org/reader/6754">ToddHW</a><br>\n |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/alexander-the-great-by-jean-racine/ |
racine caused furour french theater community second play alexander great the sensitive poet seems disgusted manner acted for fortnight put boards palais royal by moliere moliere s company learned astonishment indignation simultaneously performed rival theatre the story drama derived quintus curtius plutarch justin racine followed rules classical french dramatists one main plot action takes place one day one location summary translator toddhw br br cast list br alexander a href https librivox org reader 6535 ron altman a br porus indian king a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br taxiles indian king a href https librivox org reader 13851 ethan hurst a br axiana queen another part india a href https librivox org reader 13717 matea bracic a br cleophila sister taxiles a href https librivox org reader 4174 availle a br hephaestion a href https librivox org reader 9642 chris pyle a br stage directions a href https librivox org reader 10179 sonia a br editing a href https librivox org reader 6754 toddhw a br |
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15040 |
Susan |
Ernest Oldmeadow |
Fictional Biographies & Memoirs, General Fiction |
Susan is a perfect gem of a maid until suddenly she begins to mess things ups and is so distracted that her mistress Gertrude is determined to find out what is bothering her. After much prodding Susan confesses that she has had a marriage proposal by letter from a Lord Ruddington whom she has never met. Should she accept?? Things get a little complicated as we follow this delightful story which unfolds in diary form written by Miss Gertrude. It will make you smile and sometimes laugh out loud. Enjoy! - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/susan-by-ernest-oldmeadow/ |
susan perfect gem maid suddenly begins mess things ups distracted mistress gertrude determined find bothering her much prodding susan confesses marriage proposal letter lord ruddington never met accept things get little complicated follow delightful story unfolds diary form written miss gertrude make smile sometimes laugh loud enjoy summary celine major |
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14045 |
15041 |
Venus and Adonis (Version 2) |
William Shakespeare |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Narratives |
Both Ovid and Spenser also treat this ancient myth, but Spenser alters the ending, converting the tale into an archetype of fulfilled love, whereas Ovid, like Shakespeare, combines humor with pathos as a buffer against sentimentality. Ovid’s Venus behaves absurdly out of character, becoming a huntress to keep her lover company in the woods. Shakespeare, however, preserves decorum; his Venus remains at all times the queen of love. The humor arises rather from the fact that the would-be paramour isn’t interested. This endows the goddess’s wooing with nearly slapstick over-exertion, and yet her sincerity makes her appealing, while Adonis’s immaturity forces us to respect his chastity. The pathos comes, of course, from the unhappy ending—more unhappy because we do not expect a comedy to end sadly, especially not when we sympathize with the characters.\nThe poetic form or genre, the epyllion, is an erotic narrative based on mythology, like Marlowe's <i>Hero and Leander</i> and, later, Phineus Fletcher's <i>Venus and Anchises</i>, also found in the Librivox catalogue. <i>Venus and Adonis</i> and <i>The Rape of Lucrece</i>, both narrative poems, are the only works that Shakespeare ever carefully saw through the press. - Summary by T. A. Copeland |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/venus-and-adonis-by-william-shakespeare-2/ |
ovid spenser also treat ancient myth spenser alters ending converting tale archetype fulfilled love whereas ovid like shakespeare combines humor pathos buffer sentimentality ovid s venus behaves absurdly character becoming huntress keep lover company woods shakespeare however preserves decorum venus remains times queen love humor arises rather fact would be paramour isn t interested endows goddess s wooing nearly slapstick over exertion yet sincerity makes appealing adonis s immaturity forces us respect chastity pathos comes course unhappy ending more unhappy expect comedy end sadly especially sympathize characters poetic form genre epyllion erotic narrative based mythology like marlowe s i hero leander i and later phineus fletcher s i venus anchises i also found librivox catalogue i venus adonis i i the rape lucrece i narrative poems works shakespeare ever carefully saw press summary t a copeland |
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14046 |
15042 |
Margaret Sanger; an autobiography |
Margaret Sanger |
Biography & Autobiography, Medical, Modern (20th C) |
Margaret Sanger, an advocate for birth control rights, chronicles the story of her struggles, including her times in jail and in exile, in order to legalize birth control options for women. She details the uphill battles of not only convincing lawmakers, but of doctors as well. Her relentless pursuit is told against the backdrop of courtrooms, her personal life, and her travels across the globe, giving a glimpse into the world during and post-WW I.\nThis riveting account is a must read for those interested in a key moment in woman’s history and reform. (Summary by PhyllisV) |
English |
1938 |
https://librivox.org/margaret-sanger-an-autobiography-by-margaret-sanger/ |
margaret sanger advocate birth control rights chronicles story struggles including times jail exile order legalize birth control options women details uphill battles convincing lawmakers doctors well relentless pursuit told backdrop courtrooms personal life travels across globe giving glimpse world post ww i riveting account must read interested key moment woman s history reform summary phyllisv |
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14047 |
15044 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 074 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty-one short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. "We must learn to dignify common labor." Booker T. Washington spoke plain truth at an 1898 Lincoln Day commemoration. Recorded during months of pandemic virus lockdown, unemployment, and mass dependence on the "common labor" of grocery clerks and delivery persons, Volume 074 of the Short Nonfiction Collection reflects its readers' reactions to uncertain times. Religion and Philosophy figure in several selections (The Second Epistle of Clement; Nietzsche on Nihilism and the Idea of Recurrence; The Counter-reformation in Scandinavia and Poland; Spinoza and the Bible; and Women and Holy Orders).\n<br><br.\nPraising human resiliency, William James recalls "the rapidity of the improvisation or order out of chaos" in Mental Effects of the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake; while Samuel Johnson takes a verbal swing at the rich and powerful who look "with unconcern on a man struggling for life in the water, and when he has reached ground, encumbers him with help." (Letter to Lord Chesterfield, 1755). Tactless types who comment on gray hairs and brand eccentric people as "mad" are skewered in two essays by Anna Mowatt Richie. (Tactless People; Original People). Balancing these negatives is praise for accomplished individuals: James Wilson, Blind Biographer; Japanese writer Madame Yukio Ozaki; and pioneering chemist Agnes Pockels (Surface Tension); followed by a look at communal enterprise in the Salt Mines of Wieliczka.\n<br><br>\nFinally, virtual travel (Rhode Island), virtual bakery treats (Biscuits, Breakfast Cakes and Shortcakes; The Story of Crisco) and words of wisdom for times when life is turned upside down. (Reflections of a Stained-Glass Master). Creator of cathedral windows, artisan Christopher Whall writes "Pull yourself together in such an aroused and angry spirit as shall flame out against the difficulty with force and heat. Let the whole thing be as fuel of fire... and the chief difficulty may become...the chief glory ... like the new-born Phoenix, sprung from the ashes of the old and thrice as fair."\n<br><br>\nThe Crisis: Nihilism and the Idea of Recurrence was translated by Anthony M. Ludovici\nSurface Tension was translated by Lord Rayleigh\nThe Second Epistle of Clement was translated by John Keith\n<br><br>\nSummary by Sue Anderson |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-074-by-various/ |
twenty one short nonfiction works chosen readers we must learn dignify common labor booker t washington spoke plain truth 1898 lincoln day commemoration recorded months pandemic virus lockdown unemployment mass dependence common labor grocery clerks delivery persons volume 074 short nonfiction collection reflects readers reactions uncertain times religion philosophy figure several selections the second epistle clement nietzsche nihilism idea recurrence counter reformation scandinavia poland spinoza bible women holy orders br br praising human resiliency william james recalls the rapidity improvisation order chaos mental effects 1906 san francisco earthquake samuel johnson takes verbal swing rich powerful look with unconcern man struggling life water reached ground encumbers help letter lord chesterfield 1755 tactless types comment gray hairs brand eccentric people mad skewered two essays anna mowatt richie tactless people original people balancing negatives praise accomplished individuals james wilson blind biographer japanese writer madame yukio ozaki pioneering chemist agnes pockels surface tension followed look communal enterprise salt mines wieliczka br br finally virtual travel rhode island virtual bakery treats biscuits breakfast cakes shortcakes story crisco words wisdom times life turned upside down reflections stained glass master creator cathedral windows artisan christopher whall writes pull together aroused angry spirit shall flame difficulty force heat let whole thing fuel fire chief difficulty may become the chief glory like new born phoenix sprung ashes old thrice fair br br crisis nihilism idea recurrence translated anthony m ludovici surface tension translated lord rayleigh second epistle clement translated john keith br br summary sue anderson |
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15046 |
Selected Poems |
George Herbert |
Single author |
These poems, from Herbert’s book <em>The Temple</em>, show the evolution of a soul’s relationship with God. Sudden reversals of mood are common, for although Herbert is best known for his quiet tone, he was not a tranquil man but proud and ambitious. He achieved tranquility by active effort. His works may be read autobiographically, for they are intensely personal. Yet through his personal experience we perceive a reality larger than the personal. For example, his many homely comparisons—to bowling, pulleys, laxatives, a blunted knife, sweeping a room—serve “for lights of Heavenly Truths,” as he says of scriptural references to matters of daily life like “a plough, a hatchet, leaven, boyes piping and dancing.” Hence we find in Herbert a startling simplicity of spirit, an almost mystical ability to make every sensory experience sacramental and to express deep and subtle emotions with perfect tact. But there are also angry, frustrated, nearly despairing moments when he longs for the worldly paths he might have taken, the academic honors, the seat in Parliament that he once held, “the ways of Pleasure, the sweet strains, / The lullings and the relishes of it.” But at such moments God is always at hand to throw him a lifeline—whispering in his ear, recalling him to a far deeper and older level of emotional experience. (summary by T. A. Copeland) |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/selected-poems-by-george-herbert/ |
poems herbert s book em the temple em show evolution soul s relationship god sudden reversals mood common although herbert best known quiet tone tranquil man proud ambitious achieved tranquility active effort works may read autobiographically intensely personal yet personal experience perceive reality larger personal example many homely comparisons to bowling pulleys laxatives blunted knife sweeping room serve for lights heavenly truths says scriptural references matters daily life like a plough hatchet leaven boyes piping dancing hence find herbert startling simplicity spirit almost mystical ability make every sensory experience sacramental express deep subtle emotions perfect tact also angry frustrated nearly despairing moments longs worldly paths might taken academic honors seat parliament held the ways pleasure sweet strains lullings relishes it moments god always hand throw lifeline whispering ear recalling far deeper older level emotional experience summary t a copeland |
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14049 |
15047 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 087 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Presenting the 87th Short Story Collection, in which Librivox readers have selected and read a variety of fictional works. In this anthology, you are invited to listen to stories by Saki, Conan Doyle, Balzac and Lawrence, among others. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-vol-087-by-various/ |
presenting 87th short story collection librivox readers selected read variety fictional works anthology invited listen stories saki conan doyle balzac lawrence among others |
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14096 |
15127 |
Poema del otoño y otros poemas |
Rubén Darío |
Anthologies, Single author |
En este libro de poemas Rubén Darío expresa la sencillez de su obra, trata de diversas materias, combinando incluso la mitología y la religión en sus versos, constituyendo así este libro es una buena lectura para aquellos amantes de la poesía. (Summary by Kendal Rigans) |
Spanish |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/poema-del-otono-by-ruben-dario/ |
en este libro de poemas rubén darío expresa la sencillez de su obra trata de diversas materias combinando incluso la mitología la religión en sus versos constituyendo así este libro es una buena lectura para aquellos amantes de la poesía summary kendal rigans |
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14050 |
15048 |
Mute Singer, a Novel |
Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Sylvie de la Roche is the daughter of a destitute former nobleman and his wife living in the slums of Paris circa 1847. Her magnificent singing voice is discovered by the irascible, but equally impoverished, old musician, Maître Beaujeu. Under his guidance and training, she is well-prepared when an opportunity comes for her to sing with the great tenor, Lablanche. Overnight, aristocrat patrons are all at her feet – in particular a very intriguing young nobleman and his lady companion. On the eve of her greatest triumph, though, Sylvie loses her wondrous contralto voice. Will it ever be recovered? - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor |
English |
1866 |
https://librivox.org/the-mute-singer-by-anna-mowatt-ritchie/ |
sylvie de la roche daughter destitute former nobleman wife living slums paris circa 1847 magnificent singing voice discovered irascible equally impoverished old musician maître beaujeu guidance training well prepared opportunity comes sing great tenor lablanche overnight aristocrat patrons feet particular intriguing young nobleman lady companion eve greatest triumph though sylvie loses wondrous contralto voice ever recovered summary kelly s taylor |
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14051 |
15052 |
Fausto. Primera parte |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Uno de los más grandes clásicos de la literatura, leyenda atemporal, escrita por el más universal de los alemanes: J.W. Goethe. Su influencia en todas las artes ha sido y es mayúscula. En esta versión hemos prescindido del extenso prólogo de Juan Valera, aunque a él le debemos la traducción y adaptación de las partes en verso que pretenden compensar la traducción y dotarle de la musicalidad de la obra original en alemán.<br />\nEl sabio y erudito Fausto hace un pacto con un demonio, Mefistófeles, de manera que éste le ayudará en todo lo que le pida en esta vida. A cambio le entregará su alma cuando muera.<br />\n - Summary by Epachuko |
Spanish |
1878 |
https://librivox.org/fausto-primera-parte-by-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe/ |
uno de los más grandes clásicos de la literatura leyenda atemporal escrita por el más universal de los alemanes j w goethe su influencia en todas las artes ha sido es mayúscula en esta versión hemos prescindido del extenso prólogo de juan valera aunque él le debemos la traducción adaptación de las partes en verso que pretenden compensar la traducción dotarle de la musicalidad de la obra original en alemán br el sabio erudito fausto hace un pacto con un demonio mefistófeles de manera que éste le ayudará en todo lo que le pida en esta vida cambio le entregará su alma cuando muera br summary epachuko |
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14052 |
15053 |
Theory of Psychoanalysis |
Carl Gustav Jung |
Family & Relationships, Psychology |
Jung says the following in his introduction: "in these lectures I have attempted to reconcile my practical experiences in psychoanalysis with the existing theory, or rather, with the approaches to such a theory." He goes on to say, "Here is my attitude towards those principles which my honored teacher Sigmund Freud has evolved from the experience of many decades." Some topics considered in this light are infantile sexuality, the conception of the libido, the unconscious, the dream, repression, and the etiology of neuroses. |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/theory-of-psychoanalysis-by-carl-gustav-jung/ |
jung says following introduction in lectures attempted reconcile practical experiences psychoanalysis existing theory rather approaches theory goes say here attitude towards principles honored teacher sigmund freud evolved experience many decades topics considered light infantile sexuality conception libido unconscious dream repression etiology neuroses |
| 14053 |
14053 |
15055 |
veillées du chauffeur: contes, essais, récits de voyages |
Tristan Bernard |
Travel Fiction, Literary Fiction, Satire |
Tristan Bernard (1866-1947) nous emmène en route à travers la France avec cette collection de courtes vignettes et anecdotes autour du thème des excursions en automobile au début du XXe siècle. - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/veillees-du-chauffeur-by-tristan-bernard/ |
tristan bernard 1866 1947 nous emmène en route à travers la france avec cette collection de courtes vignettes et anecdotes autour du thème des excursions en automobile au début du xxe siècle summary sonia |
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14054 |
15056 |
Curtiss Aviation Book |
Glenn Curtiss |
Transportation |
Glenn Hammond Curtiss, of Hammondsport, New York, won the Scientific American Trophy for the first pre-announced and officially witnessed airplane flight in North America when he flew his plane, the June Bug, 5,080 ft on July 4, 1908. In 1910, he was awarded permanent possession of that trophy when he made the first successful long-distance flight, 147 miles from Albany to New York City. He was the holder of the first US pilots' license ever issued, and opened the first flying school in the US. During WWI, most US military pilots got their training on the Curtiss JN-4, popularly nicknamed the "Jenny". Curtiss earned the title of "Father of Naval Aviation" when he developed the first hydroplanes and the first system for planes to take off and land on carrier ships at sea. In 1912, he co-authored the Curtiss Aviation Book with fellow aviation pioneer Augustus Post, detailing his early flights at Hammondsport, and discussing the state of aviation technology as it stood at that time. The book also includes three chapters on specialized uses of the aeroplane, by Paul Beck, Theodore Ellyson, and Hugh Robinson. (Maria Kasper) |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/the-curtiss-aviation-book-by-glenn-curtiss/ |
glenn hammond curtiss hammondsport new york scientific american trophy first pre announced officially witnessed airplane flight north america flew plane june bug 5 080 ft july 4 1908 1910 awarded permanent possession trophy made first successful long distance flight 147 miles albany new york city holder first us pilots license ever issued opened first flying school us wwi us military pilots got training curtiss jn 4 popularly nicknamed jenny curtiss earned title father naval aviation developed first hydroplanes first system planes take land carrier ships sea 1912 co authored curtiss aviation book fellow aviation pioneer augustus post detailing early flights hammondsport discussing state aviation technology stood time book also includes three chapters specialized uses aeroplane paul beck theodore ellyson hugh robinson maria kasper |
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14055 |
15057 |
Morgenrot! Klabund! Die Tage dämmern! |
Klabund |
Single author, Lyric |
Klabund (eigentlich Alfred Georg Hermann „Fredi“ Henschke) legte mit seinem ersten Gedichtband den gelungener Auftakt zu einer außergewöhnlichen Kariere. Die Themen seiner Gedicht sind vielfältig und haben oft einen erotischen Bezug. Summary by lorda. |
German |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/morgenrot-klabund-die-tage-daemmern-by-klabund/ |
klabund eigentlich alfred georg hermann fredi henschke legte mit seinem ersten gedichtband den gelungener auftakt zu einer außergewöhnlichen kariere die themen seiner gedicht sind vielfältig und haben oft einen erotischen bezug summary lorda |
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14056 |
15058 |
Notes of An East Coast Naturalist |
Arthur Henry Patterson |
Nature |
Arthur Henry Patterson was a self-taught naturalist with an immeasurable knowledge and perspicacity of the Broadland region’s flora and fauna – especially the area around Great Yarmouth and Breydon Water. He was the author of many books about Broadland and was a regular and popular contributor (under the pen name of John Knowlittle) to the local county newspaper.\n<br><br>\nFrom an early age, he developed an affinity with the natural history of the Broads and kept extensive daily notes on the area’s wildlife – which ultimately led him to collate and distil the observations that he had recorded over 25 years into this book.\n<br><br>\nThe Norfolk Broads are the largest protected wetland in Britain and abound with a diverse range of wildlife some of which are exclusive to this area and nearly all get a mention to some degree in this book.\n<br><br>\nInterested in nature? Then please join Mr Patterson and me if you will, as we reveal the stories of the wildlife that frequented or visited this little known, yet unique area of the world over the timespan of a quarter of a century. (Summary by TND) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/notes-of-an-east-coast-naturalist-by-arthur-henry-patterson/ |
arthur henry patterson self taught naturalist immeasurable knowledge perspicacity broadland region s flora fauna especially area around great yarmouth breydon water author many books broadland regular popular contributor under pen name john knowlittle local county newspaper br br early age developed affinity natural history broads kept extensive daily notes area s wildlife ultimately led collate distil observations recorded 25 years book br br norfolk broads largest protected wetland britain abound diverse range wildlife exclusive area nearly get mention degree book br br interested nature please join mr patterson will reveal stories wildlife frequented visited little known yet unique area world timespan quarter century summary tnd |
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14057 |
15060 |
Bransford Of Rainbow Range |
Eugene Manlove Rhodes |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Westerns, Published 1900 onward |
A genuine cowboy who speaks a bit of Greek? Ditto a bit of The Litany? And more than a little verse, including (would you believe?) Alice In Wonderland. What kind of young man do we have here? And a young woman who matches him without effort? And a definitely literate narrator with his tongue firmly inserted in cheek. There’s a bank robbery and an attempted murder. A desperate ride across the desert and a warm welcome by good Mexican friends. It’s all a great deal of fun. Eugene Manlove Rhodes (1869 – 1934) was an American writer, nicknamed the "cowboy chronicler". He lived in south central New Mexico when the first cattle ranching and cowboys arrived in the area; when he moved to New York with his wife in 1899, he wrote stories of the American West that set the image of cowboy life in that era. Originally Published under the title of Bransford In Arcadia Or The Little Eohippus (1913). Note: eohippus, which plays a part all through the story, is the small prehistoric five-toed ancestor of the modern-day horse. - Summary by david wales |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/bransford-of-rainbow-range-by-eugene-manlove-rhodes/ |
genuine cowboy speaks bit greek ditto bit litany little verse including would believe alice wonderland kind young man here young woman matches without effort definitely literate narrator tongue firmly inserted cheek there s bank robbery attempted murder desperate ride across desert warm welcome good mexican friends it s great deal fun eugene manlove rhodes 1869 1934 american writer nicknamed cowboy chronicler lived south central new mexico first cattle ranching cowboys arrived area moved new york wife 1899 wrote stories american west set image cowboy life era originally published title bransford arcadia little eohippus 1913 note eohippus plays part story small prehistoric five toed ancestor modern day horse summary david wales |
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14058 |
15061 |
On Being Negro in America |
J. Saunders Redding |
Memoirs |
A penetrating, insightful, and thoroughly honest view of one's life in the United States as an African-American. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1962 |
https://librivox.org/on-being-negro-in-america-by-j-saunders-redding/ |
penetrating insightful thoroughly honest view one s life united states african american summary kevins |
| 14059 |
14059 |
15064 |
That Night |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of That Night by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 19, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nOur Weekly Poem is taken from NYE AND RILEY'S Wit and Humor (Poems and Yarns) BY James Whitcomb Riley & Bill Nye. (David Lawrence)\n |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/that-night-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings night james whitcomb riley br weekly poetry project april 19 2020 br br weekly poem taken nye riley s wit humor poems yarns james whitcomb riley bill nye david lawrence |
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14060 |
15065 |
After Many Years |
Henry Kendall |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of After Many Years by Henry Kendall.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for April 19, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nHenry Kendall was the first Australian poet to draw his inspiration from the life, scenery and traditions of the country., from the Biographical Note by Bertram Stevens (The Poems of Henry Kendall) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/after-many-years-by-henry-kendall/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings many years henry kendall br fortnightly poetry project april 19 2020 br br henry kendall first australian poet draw inspiration life scenery traditions country biographical note bertram stevens the poems henry kendall |
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14061 |
15067 |
BLAST No. 1 |
Various |
Short Stories |
BLAST, edited by Wyndham Lewis and subtitled 'Review of the Great British Vortex', was the magazine of the short-lived Vorticist movement in British art. Influenced by Cubism and Futurism, and Imagism in literature, the Vorticists embraced all things modern and veered towards abstraction. The first issue of BLAST was published, with its distinctive puce cover and bold typography, on 20 June 1914, but within weeks war had broken out in Europe. The Vorticists held an exhibition at the Doré Gallery in London in 1915 and a second issue of BLAST was published, but the movement did not survive the war. BLAST No. 1 includes the Vorticist Manifesto, with their blasts and blesses of all and sundry in British art, and several pieces by Wyndham Lewis, including his play 'Enemy of the Stars'. Other notable contributions include 'The Saddest Story' by Ford Maddox Hueffer (later Ford Madox Ford), which would later become the first chapter of 'The Good Soldier', and a short story by Rebecca West, her first published work. BLAST No. 1 also published black and white illustrations of artwork by Wyndham Lewis, Edward Wadsworth, Frederick Etchells, W. Roberts, Jacob Epstein, Gaudier Brzewska, Cuthbert Hamilton and Spencer Gore. These include some of the first abstract paintings to be produced by British artists. ( Phil Benson) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/blast-no-1-by-wyndham-lewis/ |
blast edited wyndham lewis subtitled review great british vortex magazine short lived vorticist movement british art influenced cubism futurism imagism literature vorticists embraced things modern veered towards abstraction first issue blast published distinctive puce cover bold typography 20 june 1914 within weeks war broken europe vorticists held exhibition doré gallery london 1915 second issue blast published movement survive war blast no 1 includes vorticist manifesto blasts blesses sundry british art several pieces wyndham lewis including play enemy stars notable contributions include the saddest story ford maddox hueffer later ford madox ford would later become first chapter the good soldier short story rebecca west first published work blast no 1 also published black white illustrations artwork wyndham lewis edward wadsworth frederick etchells w roberts jacob epstein gaudier brzewska cuthbert hamilton spencer gore include first abstract paintings produced british artists phil benson |
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14062 |
15068 |
Rhythm of Life and Other Essays |
Alice Meynell |
Essays & Short Works |
Alice Meynell was an English essayist, critic, and poet who was also a leading suffragist, serving as vice-president of the Women Writers' Suffrage League. She and her husband Wilfrid Meynell were active in publishing and editing literary works including helping to launch the first works of Francis Thompson, author of "Hound of Heaven." This is a diverse collection of essays ranging from reflections on The Sun, and The Flower to the literary figures of Oliver Wendell Holmes and James Russell Lowell. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-rhythm-of-life-and-other-essays-by-alice-meynell/ |
alice meynell english essayist critic poet also leading suffragist serving vice president women writers suffrage league husband wilfrid meynell active publishing editing literary works including helping launch first works francis thompson author hound heaven diverse collection essays ranging reflections sun flower literary figures oliver wendell holmes james russell lowell summary larry wilson |
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14063 |
15071 |
St. John Chrysostom on the Epistle of Titus |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
John Chrysostom was the Archbishop of Constantinople and perhaps one of the most famous preachers of the Eastern world. He would come to be known as Chrysostom which means means "golden-mouthed" in Greek. In this series of sermons he expounds upon St. Paul's letter to Titus. |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/st-john-chrysostom-on-the-epistle-of-titus-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
john chrysostom archbishop constantinople perhaps one famous preachers eastern world would come known chrysostom means means golden mouthed greek series sermons expounds upon st paul s letter titus |
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14105 |
15144 |
Falkner |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
General Fiction |
Falkner is the last novel by Mary Shelley, best known as the author of Frankenstein and The Last Man. It tells the impossible love story between Elizabeth Raby and Gerald Neville. She is an orphan, raised by a tyrannical father figure. The man who raised her drove Gerald Neville's mother to her death years before. Can these men reconcile for the woman both love and start anew? Or would Elizabeth have to give up her happiness? Mary Shelley considered this her best novel. You may read it and see what you think. - Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/falkner-by-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley/ |
falkner last novel mary shelley best known author frankenstein last man tells impossible love story elizabeth raby gerald neville orphan raised tyrannical father figure man raised drove gerald neville s mother death years before men reconcile woman love start anew would elizabeth give happiness mary shelley considered best novel may read see think summary stav nisser wikipedia |
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14064 |
15072 |
Aufbruch |
Ernst Stadler |
Lyric |
Ernst Stadler ( geb.11.8.1883 Colmar, gest. 30.10.1914 Zandvoorde bei Ypern) war ein Elsässischer Lyriker, Essayist, Übersetzer, Literaturwissenschaftler und Hochschullehrer. Seine expressionistische Lyrik ist weniger apokalyptisch und traumatisch als die seiner Zeitgenossen Trakl und Heym; bei Stadler schwingt oftmals eine religiöse und humanistische Orientierung mit. Er beschreibt konkretes Erleben, Objekte und Situationen. In den letzten Dichtungen dieser Sammlung wird seine Liebe zu seiner Elsässischen Heimat deutlich. - Summary by seito |
German |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/der-aufbruch-by-ernst-stadler/ |
ernst stadler geb 11 8 1883 colmar gest 30 10 1914 zandvoorde bei ypern war ein elsässischer lyriker essayist übersetzer literaturwissenschaftler und hochschullehrer seine expressionistische lyrik ist weniger apokalyptisch und traumatisch als die seiner zeitgenossen trakl und heym bei stadler schwingt oftmals eine religiöse und humanistische orientierung mit er beschreibt konkretes erleben objekte und situationen den letzten dichtungen dieser sammlung wird seine liebe zu seiner elsässischen heimat deutlich summary seito |
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14065 |
15073 |
Atala |
François-René de Chateaubriand |
Historical Fiction |
What were the lower Mississippi River, Gulf Coast regions, and Appalachians of North America like in the earliest colonial days? Full of untamed forests, wild animals, nuts, berries, and Indians. Chateaubriand spent many years exploring the area, and this early (somewhat autobiographical) novella was inspired by his years spent with various Indian tribes, (described in his Introduction--included after the story), primarily the Natchez. Amongst these natives, as the story goes, was a blind old patriarch named Chactas, revered for his wisdom and knowledge of the affairs of life, including many years spent learning the ways of Europeans. In 1725, a Frenchman named René (Chateaubriand himself?), driven thither by his misfortunes in Europe, arrived at Louisiana. Old Chactas adopted him as a son, and slowly reveals his hardships and adventures. One such story was about Atala, a beautiful indian maiden, who had been converted by French missionaries to Christianity . . . . of their passionate attraction . . . and all the conflict and heartache that arose thereby. (Summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1801 |
https://librivox.org/atala-by-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand/ |
lower mississippi river gulf coast regions appalachians north america like earliest colonial days full untamed forests wild animals nuts berries indians chateaubriand spent many years exploring area early somewhat autobiographical novella inspired years spent various indian tribes described introduction included story primarily natchez amongst natives story goes blind old patriarch named chactas revered wisdom knowledge affairs life including many years spent learning ways europeans 1725 frenchman named rené chateaubriand himself driven thither misfortunes europe arrived louisiana old chactas adopted son slowly reveals hardships adventures one story atala beautiful indian maiden converted french missionaries christianity passionate attraction conflict heartache arose thereby summary michele fry |
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14066 |
15075 |
Pollyanna of the Orange Blossoms |
Harriet Lummis Smith |
Family |
Pollyanna marries sweetheart Jimmy Pendleton, and together they move to start their married life in Boston. The book follows their many adventures of marriage, setting up home in a new city, having visitors, and many other events, including Jimmy's signing up to fight during WWI. Throughout the uplifting book, Pollyanna continues to play her characteristic 'Glad Game' and tries to encourage others to do the same. (Summary by Claire) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/pollyanna-of-the-orange-blossoms-by-harriet-lummis-smith/ |
pollyanna marries sweetheart jimmy pendleton together move start married life boston book follows many adventures marriage setting home new city visitors many events including jimmy s signing fight wwi throughout uplifting book pollyanna continues play characteristic glad game tries encourage others same summary claire |
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14067 |
15077 |
Eve future |
Auguste Villiers de l'Isle-Adam |
Science Fiction |
Le célèbre inventeur américain Edison regrette de ne pas être né plus tôt: il aurait pu enregistrer avec les instruments qu’il a créés les sons et les images des personnes célèbres qui ont façonné l’histoire passée.<br>\nPourquoi Edison a-t-il conçu une « andréide » ? Pourquoi a-t-il confié ce premier être artificiel à un lord anglais ?<br>\nLa lecture du roman répondra à ces questions. Les femmes n’y sont pas présentées sous leur meilleur jour…mais les hommes qui ne savent pas résister à l’empire de leurs sens non plus ! - Summary by Isad |
French |
1886 |
https://librivox.org/eve-future-by-auguste-villiers-de-lisle-adam/ |
le célèbre inventeur américain edison regrette de ne pas être né plus tôt il aurait pu enregistrer avec les instruments qu il créés les sons et les images des personnes célèbres qui ont façonné l histoire passée br pourquoi edison a t il conçu une andréide pourquoi a t il confié ce premier être artificiel à un lord anglais br la lecture du roman répondra à ces questions les femmes n y sont pas présentées sous leur meilleur jour mais les hommes qui ne savent pas résister à l empire de leurs sens non plus summary isad |
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14068 |
15078 |
Master Zacharius |
Jules Verne |
Gothic Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Master Zacharius is a man of science, skill, and overpowering pride. He is the first to successfully, and accurately, regulate time. Does this not make him God-like? What then, should such a man do when his time is running out and his legacy is in danger? (Zachary Katz-Stein) |
English |
1877 |
https://librivox.org/master-zacharius-by-jules-verne/ |
master zacharius man science skill overpowering pride first successfully accurately regulate time make god like then man time running legacy danger zachary katz stein |
| 14070 |
14069 |
15079 |
Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Seven (1920-1924) |
The New York Times |
Literary Collections |
This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Seven of this chronological listing (1920-1924) are articles concerning his death, some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that period. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times’ “Times Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/browser/. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-seven/ |
collection articles mark twain family compiled barbara schmidt publisher twainquotes com included part seven chronological listing 1920 1924 articles concerning death twain s short stories speeches letters appeared new york times period original microfiche articles available new york times times machine website https timesmachine nytimes com browser summary john greenman barbara schmidt |
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14070 |
15080 |
Krysař |
Viktor Dyk |
Culture & Heritage Fiction |
Krátká novela českého spisovatele Viktora Dyka, jejímž námětem je staroněmecká saská pověst. Krysař přichází do města, aby ho zbavil krys; když mu pak ale není vyplacena slíbená odměna, krutě se měšťanům pomstí. Dyk tento motiv zpracoval s prvky symbolismu i romance, což z Krysaře dělá nadčasové a poetické dílo. (Summary by Kudrna) |
Czech |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/krysar-by-viktor-dyk/ |
krátká novela českého spisovatele viktora dyka jejímž námětem je staroněmecká saská pověst krysař přichází města aby ho zbavil krys když mu pak ale není vyplacena slíbená odměna krutě se měšťanům pomstí dyk tento motiv zpracoval prvky symbolismu romance což z krysaře dělá nadčasové poetické dílo summary kudrna |
| 14072 |
14071 |
15081 |
Pee-Wee Harris Adrift |
Percy Keese Fitzhugh |
Action & Adventure |
That lovable Boy Scout, Pee-Wee Harris, is back for another adventure, this time on the water. Somehow, he always manages to find the snacks necessary for him to land on his feet. - Summary by Lynne Thompson |
English |
1922 |
https://librivox.org/pee-wee-harris-adrift-by-percy-keese-fitzhugh/ |
lovable boy scout pee wee harris back another adventure time water somehow always manages find snacks necessary land feet summary lynne thompson |
| 14073 |
14072 |
15084 |
Beau Brocade |
Baroness Emma Orczy |
Historical Fiction, Romance |
Beau Brocade is a historical fiction set in England in the early 1700's. The hero Beau is a wanted highwayman, who takes from the rich to help the poor. - Summary by Deon Gines |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/beau-brocade-by-baroness-emma-orczy/ |
beau brocade historical fiction set england early 1700 s hero beau wanted highwayman takes rich help poor summary deon gines |
| 14074 |
14073 |
15085 |
Bay: A Book of Poems |
D. H. Lawrence |
Single author |
The superb skill and dexterity of D.H. Lawrence, a writer who profoundly influenced the literature of the twentieth century, is very evident in this collection of poems conceived during the years of The Great War. Lawrence, living a semi-nomadic lifestyle in England throughout these years, seized the opportunity to write of events and their effects from an objective but by no means dispassionate perspective.<br><br>\n\nIndeed the passion of Lawrence while attempting to understand the collective motivation of mankind in the name of wartime vengeance is very evident throughout this work, manifesting itself in poems of deep analytical insight, clarity of thought and Lawrence's characteristic rage against the dehumanization of his fellow man - exhibited here by the predominance of the war machine and profusely mirrored by its regimentation, united malevolence and resulting horrors of conflict. <br><br>\n\nIn addition, Lawrence's unsurpassed poetic skill vividly portrays the wartime vulnerability of the British homeland as "a flat red lily with a million petals", unfolding and meeting its doom as "a dark bird falls from the sun"; marching soldiers are depicted by Lawrence as, "advancing as water towards a weir"; while the "coiled, convulsive throes of this marching" is described as adopting a universality typical of soldiers everywhere, advancing while never knowing their eventual fate nor where or when it will be met.\n<br><br>\nThese poems, these vignettes of a nation engulfed in war, these masterworks of color on a canvas of bewilderment form an important contribution to the literature of World War I and exhibit an essential facet of D.H. Lawrence the man - the brilliant wordsmith whose portrayal of the human condition is unsurpassed in its honesty and candor.<br>\n - Summary by Bruce Kachuk<br><br> |
English |
1919 |
https://librivox.org/bay-a-book-of-poems-by-d-h-lawrence/ |
superb skill dexterity d h lawrence writer profoundly influenced literature twentieth century evident collection poems conceived years great war lawrence living semi nomadic lifestyle england throughout years seized opportunity write events effects objective means dispassionate perspective br br indeed passion lawrence attempting understand collective motivation mankind name wartime vengeance evident throughout work manifesting poems deep analytical insight clarity thought lawrence s characteristic rage dehumanization fellow man exhibited predominance war machine profusely mirrored regimentation united malevolence resulting horrors conflict br br addition lawrence s unsurpassed poetic skill vividly portrays wartime vulnerability british homeland a flat red lily million petals unfolding meeting doom a dark bird falls sun marching soldiers depicted lawrence as advancing water towards weir coiled convulsive throes marching described adopting universality typical soldiers everywhere advancing never knowing eventual fate met br br poems vignettes nation engulfed war masterworks color canvas bewilderment form important contribution literature world war exhibit essential facet d h lawrence man brilliant wordsmith whose portrayal human condition unsurpassed honesty candor br summary bruce kachuk br br |
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14074 |
15086 |
Princess and the Ploughman |
Florence Morse Kingsley |
Romance |
On the surface, Mary is the typical literary heroine: Beautiful, animated, and accomplished. She will be rich, too, when she inherits her aunt's large fortune. There is only one problem: Mary is required to marry before her twenty-third birthday or her inheritance will be forfeited... and she is already violently in love with her girlfriend, Felice. (cadastra) |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/the-princess-and-the-ploughman-by-florence-morse-kingsley/ |
surface mary typical literary heroine beautiful animated accomplished rich too inherits aunt s large fortune one problem mary required marry twenty third birthday inheritance forfeited already violently love girlfriend felice cadastra |
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14075 |
15088 |
Силуэты русских писателей, Выпуск 3 |
Yuly Aykhenvald |
Essays & Short Works |
Бесконечно преданный русской литературе, Юлий Айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений. Oн погиб в Париже, возвращаясь ночью от Набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе, и попал под трамвай.\nЭти очерки рассматривают только творчество, они не касаются биографических событий. Этот выпуск посвящен русским писателям конца XIX — начала XX вв.\n<br><br>\nA connoisseur of the Russian literature, Yuly Eichenwald wrote about writers as unique persons, and not as members of schools and movements. This installment is about the writers of the late 19-th - early 20th centuries. These essays focus on the oeuvre, not biographic events. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/silhouettes-russian-writers-issue-3-by-yuly-aykhenvald/ |
бесконечно преданный русской литературе юлий айхенвальд видел писателя как уникальную личность и не признавал литературных школ и течений oн погиб в париже возвращаясь ночью от набоковых погруженный в мысли о литературе и попал под трамвай эти очерки рассматривают только творчество они не касаются биографических событий этот выпуск посвящен русским писателям конца xix начала xx вв br br connoisseur russian literature yuly eichenwald wrote writers unique persons members schools movements installment writers late 19 th early 20th centuries essays focus oeuvre biographic events summary mark chulsky |
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14076 |
15089 |
Builders of United Italy |
Rupert S. Holland |
*Non-fiction, War & Military, Biography & Autobiography |
Holland 's provides us with an engaging history of the Unification ("Risorgimento") of Italy by exploring the lives of some of its most important figures: Alfieri, Manzoni, Gioberti, Manin, Mazzini, Cavour, Garibaldi, and Victor Emmanuel. - Summary by Ciufi Galeazzi |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/builders-of-united-italy-by-rupert-s-holland/ |
holland s provides us engaging history unification risorgimento italy exploring lives important figures alfieri manzoni gioberti manin mazzini cavour garibaldi victor emmanuel summary ciufi galeazzi |
| 14078 |
14077 |
15091 |
Magnet and The Churn |
W. S. Gilbert |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of The Magnet and The Churn by W. S. Gilbert. <br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for April 26, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nA bit of frivolity in these trying times. This Weekly Poem is taken from Bab Ballads and Savoy Songs by W. S. Gilbert. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-magnet-and-the-churn-by-w-s-gilbert/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings magnet churn w s gilbert br weekly poetry project april 26 2020 br br bit frivolity trying times weekly poem taken bab ballads savoy songs w s gilbert summary david lawrence |
| 14079 |
14078 |
15092 |
Rhymes of Childhood |
Edgar A. Guest |
Poetry, Single author |
Not nursery rhymes, but poems about different scenes of childhood. Poems about Grandpa, Grandma, story time, castor oil, “Wait till your pa comes home!”, and many more. These are sure to evoke nostalgia, lots of smiles, and maybe a couple sighs or tears. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/rhymes-of-childhood-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
nursery rhymes poems different scenes childhood poems grandpa grandma story time castor oil wait till pa comes home many more sure evoke nostalgia lots smiles maybe couple sighs tears summary triciag |
| 14080 |
14079 |
15093 |
St. John Chrysostom on 1 Timothy |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
Timothy was one of the disciples of the Apostle Paul, who had a deep affection for him, writing, "You know the proof of him, that as a son with a father, he has served with me in the Gospel." Philippians 2:22 Also to the Corinthians he writes: "I have sent unto you Timothy, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord. In this set of homilies St. John Chrysostom (the "golden-mouthed" one), the Archbishop of Constantinople and one of the most famous preachers of the Eastern world, expounds upon Paul's first letter to Timothy. |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/1-timothy-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
timothy one disciples apostle paul deep affection him writing you know proof him son father served gospel philippians 2 22 also corinthians writes i sent unto timothy beloved son faithful lord set homilies st john chrysostom the golden mouthed one archbishop constantinople one famous preachers eastern world expounds upon paul s first letter timothy |
| 14081 |
14080 |
15094 |
viúva Simões |
Júlia Lopes de Almeida |
Literary Fiction, Romance |
Ernestina Simões é rica, bonita, ainda jovem e viúva. Com uma filha já moça, ela vive praticamente reclusa em sua casa em Santa Tereza, com uma vida social muito restrita. Casar de novo? Nem pensar, pois quer poupar à filha, Sara, o desprazer de conviver com um desconhecido, um padrasto. Não quer dividir com outrem o amor que julga ser só para a filha. Até que um dia, a vida lhe prega uma peça e recoloca no caminho de mãe e filha uma paixão de juventude de Ernestina. O que se segue é um enredo de paixões, disputa, loucura, culpa, remorso, arrependimento e expiação.(Resumo por Rachel Moraes) <br><br>\nErnestina Simões is rich, beautiful, still young, and a widow. With her grown-up daughter, she lives practically as a recluse in her house in Santa Tereza, leading a very restricted social life. Marrying again? Not a thought of it, because she wants to spare her daughter, Sara, the displeasure of sharing her life with an unknown stepfather. She does not want to share with someone else the love she believes belonging to her daughter only. Until one day, when life played a trick on her and set on mother and daughter's path a passion from Ernestina's youth. What follows is a plot full of passion, dispute, madness, guilt, remorse, regret and expiation. (Summary by Rachel Moraes) |
Portuguese |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/a-viuva-simoes-by-julia-lopes-de-almeida/ |
ernestina simões é rica bonita ainda jovem e viúva com uma filha já moça ela vive praticamente reclusa em sua casa em santa tereza com uma vida social muito restrita casar de novo nem pensar pois quer poupar à filha sara desprazer de conviver com um desconhecido um padrasto não quer dividir com outrem amor que julga ser só para filha até que um dia vida lhe prega uma peça e recoloca caminho de mãe e filha uma paixão de juventude de ernestina que se segue é um enredo de paixões disputa loucura culpa remorso arrependimento e expiação resumo por rachel moraes br br ernestina simões rich beautiful still young widow grown up daughter lives practically recluse house santa tereza leading restricted social life marrying again thought it wants spare daughter sara displeasure sharing life unknown stepfather want share someone else love believes belonging daughter only one day life played trick set mother daughter s path passion ernestina s youth follows plot full passion dispute madness guilt remorse regret expiation summary rachel moraes |
| 14082 |
14081 |
15095 |
How Salvator Won and Other Recitations |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox |
Single author |
Ella Wheeler Wilcox is an American poet known for her popular lyrics that capture positive and uplifting themes. This volume is quite diverse, including the concluding piece that is read as a little play. Her preface to expresses the unique character of this collection. “I am constantly urged by readers and impersonators to furnish them with verses for recitation. In response to this ever-increasing demand I have selected, for this volume, the poems which seem suitable for such a purpose. In making my collection I have been obliged to use, not those which are among my best efforts in a literary or artistic sense, but those which contain the best dramatic possibilities for professionals. Several of the poems are among my earliest efforts, others were written expressly for this book. In “Meg’s Curse,” which has never before been in print, and in several others, I ignored all rules of art for the purpose of giving the public reader a better chance to exercise his elocutionary powers.- Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1891 |
https://librivox.org/how-salvator-won-and-other-recitations-by-ella-wheeler-wilcox/ |
ella wheeler wilcox american poet known popular lyrics capture positive uplifting themes volume quite diverse including concluding piece read little play preface expresses unique character collection i constantly urged readers impersonators furnish verses recitation response ever increasing demand selected volume poems seem suitable purpose making collection obliged use among best efforts literary artistic sense contain best dramatic possibilities professionals several poems among earliest efforts others written expressly book meg s curse never print several others ignored rules art purpose giving public reader better chance exercise elocutionary powers summary larry wilson |
| 14083 |
14082 |
15096 |
Bible (WEB) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Book of Tobit |
World English Bible |
World English Bible |
This book relates the story of Tobit, a righteous Israelite from the tribe of Naphtali. He lived in Nineveh during the time when Israel had been deported to Assyria (721 B.C). Tobit was written originally in Aramaic, perhaps in Hebrew. It was included in the Septuagint (Greek) Bible and can be found in Catholic and Orthodox Bibles. (summary by ancientchristian) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/tobit-by-world-english-bible/ |
book relates story tobit righteous israelite tribe naphtali lived nineveh time israel deported assyria 721 b c tobit written originally aramaic perhaps hebrew included septuagint greek bible found catholic orthodox bibles summary ancientchristian |
| 14084 |
14083 |
15097 |
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 39-46 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 39 - 46 cover the Gospel According to Saint Luke 7:31 - 8:56. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-luke-sermons-39-46-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 39 46 cover gospel according saint luke 7 31 8 56 summary reader |
| 14085 |
14084 |
15098 |
Ананасы в шампанском |
Igor Severyanin |
Single author |
Mожет быть, наиболее известный сборник Игоря-Северянина. За 1915-1918 гг. сборник выдержал 5 изданий. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/pineapples-in-champagne-by-igor-severyanin/ |
mожет быть наиболее известный сборник игоря северянина за 1915 1918 гг сборник выдержал 5 изданий summary mark chulsky |
| 14086 |
14085 |
15099 |
Puss in Boots, Jr., and the Good Gray Horse |
David Cory |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
David Cory is the author of more than 40 childrens books. This is one in his series of Puss in Boots, Jr. The roots of the legend of Puss in Boots seems to go back to Italian folklore. These books are written for younger readers, about second grade and up, hence the "junior" designation - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1921 |
https://librivox.org/puss-in-boots-jr-and-the-good-gray-horse-by-david-cory/ |
david cory author 40 childrens books one series puss boots jr roots legend puss boots seems go back italian folklore books written younger readers second grade up hence junior designation summary larry wilson |
| 14087 |
14086 |
15103 |
Twenty Years of the Republic 1885-1905 |
Harry Thurston Peck |
*Non-fiction, Political Science, Modern (19th C) |
Excerpt: At the time when Mr. Cleveland was inaugurated there had been no Democratic President for a full quarter of a century. A whole generation had been born and had grown to manhood and to womanhood without ever having lived under any but Republican rule. This long continuance in power of a single party had led many citizens to identify the interest of that party with the interests of the nation. The democrats had been so invariably beaten at the polls as to make Republicans believe that the defeated party had no decent reason for existence, and that is was composed only of wilful obstructionists or of persons destitute of patriotism. \nNote: Footnotes will not be read but will be indicated along with page numbers which can be found at \n<a href="https://archive.org/details/20yrstherepublic00peckrich/page/n8/mode/2up">https://archive.org/details/20yrstherepublic00peckrich/page/n8/mode/2up</a> - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/twenty-years-of-the-republic-by-harry-thurston-peck/ |
excerpt time mr cleveland inaugurated democratic president full quarter century whole generation born grown manhood womanhood without ever lived republican rule long continuance power single party led many citizens identify interest party interests nation democrats invariably beaten polls make republicans believe defeated party decent reason existence composed wilful obstructionists persons destitute patriotism note footnotes read indicated along page numbers found a href https archive org details 20yrstherepublic00peckrich page n8 mode 2up https archive org details 20yrstherepublic00peckrich page n8 mode 2up a summary celine major |
| 14088 |
14087 |
15105 |
Masquerader (Version 2) |
Katherine Cecil Thurston |
Historical Fiction, Suspense, Espionage, Political & Thrillers |
In the London fog, two men bump into each other one night. They are immediately unnerved by their exact resemblance to each other. Jack Chilcote MP is a rising political star and John Loder a man with a thwarted ambition. The plan they jointly hatch leads to a story of high tension both politically and personally. The book has been turned into a play and four films over the years. The authoress sadly died in 1911 at the age of 36. (Summary by Simon Evers) |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-masquerader-by-katherine-cecil-thurston/ |
london fog two men bump one night immediately unnerved exact resemblance other jack chilcote mp rising political star john loder man thwarted ambition plan jointly hatch leads story high tension politically personally book turned play four films years authoress sadly died 1911 age 36 summary simon evers |
| 14089 |
14088 |
15109 |
Smoke Bellew |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Humorous Fiction, Essays & Short Works |
Smoke Bellew, or really Jack London, leaves his less than satisfying writing job in San Francisco for the opportunity to search for gold in the Klondike region while writing about his adventures there. Smoke Bellew is the collection of the resulting twelve essay / stories. |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/smoke-bellew-by-jack-london/ |
smoke bellew really jack london leaves less satisfying writing job san francisco opportunity search gold klondike region writing adventures there smoke bellew collection resulting twelve essay stories |
| 14090 |
14089 |
15112 |
Domestic Slave Trade Of The Southern States |
Winfield Hazlitt Collins |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Early Modern, Modern (19th C) |
This 1904 history of slavery in the southeastern United States reflects the state of knowledge at that time, of course. The text contains so many extensive quotations (well footnoted along with an extensive bibliography) that it was unfeasible to indicate them as quotes in reading the text. The author was a professor of history and English at Claremont College, a North Carolina school that closed in 1917. A resource of more current thinking may be had at the well-regarded 1988 Dictionary Of Afro-American Slavery. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1904 |
https://librivox.org/the-domestic-slave-trade-by-winfield-hazlitt-collins/ |
1904 history slavery southeastern united states reflects state knowledge time course text contains many extensive quotations well footnoted along extensive bibliography unfeasible indicate quotes reading text author professor history english claremont college north carolina school closed 1917 resource current thinking may well regarded 1988 dictionary afro american slavery summary david wales |
| 14091 |
14090 |
15114 |
Exeter |
Sidney Heath |
Travel & Geography |
Exeter, county town of Devon, is one of England's most historic cities with remains of the Roman occupation and medieval times still on view. Exeter cathedral, founded in 1050 and completed 400 years later, has the longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in the country. This short book in Blackie & Sons' Beautiful England series details the history of the city and it many sites of interest, with chapters on the city, the cathedral and the River Exe. Readers who can access the printed version of the book on Internet Archive, may enjoy looking at E. W Haslehursts' 12 colour illustrations while listening to this audiobook. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/exeter-by-sidney-heath/ |
exeter county town devon one england s historic cities remains roman occupation medieval times still view exeter cathedral founded 1050 completed 400 years later longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling country short book blackie sons beautiful england series details history city many sites interest chapters city cathedral river exe readers access printed version book internet archive may enjoy looking e w haslehursts 12 colour illustrations listening audiobook summary phil benson |
| 14092 |
14091 |
15115 |
Black Cat Vol. 01 No. 05 February 1896 |
Various |
Fantastic Fiction, Short Stories |
The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a monthly literary magazine, publishing original short stories, often about uncanny or fantastical topics. Many writers were largely unknown, but some famous authors also wrote original material for this magazine.<br>\nThe fifth issue has the following 6 stories:<br>\n"The mysterious card", by Cleveland Moffet (1863-1926): a man desperately tries to understand the horrible message which utterly destroyed his life<br>\n"Tang-u", by Lawrence E. Adams: through excellent eyesight, a young boy saves the lives of a battleship-crew<br>\n"The little brown mole", by Clarice Irene Clinghan: after several years of separation, a man comes home and finds his wife quite a changed person<br>\n"A telepathic wooing", by James Buckham (1858-1908): too shy to approach the woman he loves, a young doctor tries out an unusual method to propose to her<br>\n"The Prince ward", by Claude M. Girardeau: a dead woman's ghost takes revenge on the woman who took away her husband<br>\n"A meeting of royalty", by Margaret Dodge: a chance encounter with a young girl sets a man down memory lane<br> - Summary by Sonia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/black-cat-01-05-feb1896-by-various/ |
black cat 1895 1922 monthly literary magazine publishing original short stories often uncanny fantastical topics many writers largely unknown famous authors also wrote original material magazine br fifth issue following 6 stories br the mysterious card cleveland moffet 1863 1926 man desperately tries understand horrible message utterly destroyed life br tang u lawrence e adams excellent eyesight young boy saves lives battleship crew br the little brown mole clarice irene clinghan several years separation man comes home finds wife quite changed person br a telepathic wooing james buckham 1858 1908 shy approach woman loves young doctor tries unusual method propose her br the prince ward claude m girardeau dead woman s ghost takes revenge woman took away husband br a meeting royalty margaret dodge chance encounter young girl sets man memory lane br summary sonia |
| 14093 |
14092 |
15116 |
Thomas Hobbes |
Alfred Edward Taylor |
Philosophy, Modern |
This work is a look at the life and ideas of Thomas Hobbes, English philosopher of the seventeenth century. The most important ideas are found in his famous work Leviathan. Taylor looks at such concepts of Hobbes as the contract, naturalism, sovereignty, natural laws, church and state, absolutism, and political obligation, etc. |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/thomas-hobbes-by-alfred-edward-taylor/ |
work look life ideas thomas hobbes english philosopher seventeenth century important ideas found famous work leviathan taylor looks concepts hobbes contract naturalism sovereignty natural laws church state absolutism political obligation etc |
| 14094 |
14093 |
15118 |
Pansies |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of Pansies by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 3, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nAnother ode to Spring and one of the popular flowers starting to bloom. Taken from Rhymes of Childhood by James Whitcomb Riley (p 1895) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/pansies-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 18 recordings pansies james whitcomb riley br weekly poetry project may 3 2020 br br another ode spring one popular flowers starting bloom taken rhymes childhood james whitcomb riley p 1895 summary david lawrence |
| 14095 |
14094 |
15119 |
Mother's Song |
Anna Hempstead Branch |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of A Mother's Song by Anna Hempstead Branch.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 3, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nA tribute to Mothers everywhere. Taken from <b>The shoes that danced, and other poems</b> by Anna Hempstead Branch, (pub. 1905) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/a-mothers-song-by-anna-hempstead-branch/ |
librivox volunteers bring 16 recordings mother s song anna hempstead branch br fortnightly poetry project may 3 2020 br br tribute mothers everywhere taken b the shoes danced poems b anna hempstead branch pub 1905 summary david lawrence |
| 14096 |
14095 |
15121 |
Against Jovinianus |
Saint Jerome |
Christianity - Other |
Jovinianus, had published at Rome a treatise containing the following opinions: (1) "That a virgin is no better as such than a wife in the sight of God. (2) Abstinence is no better than a thankful partaking of food. (3) A person baptized with the Spirit as well as with water cannot sin. (4) All sins are equal. (5) There is but one grade of punishment and one of reward in the future state." Also he held the birth of our Lord to have been natural, rather than that Jesus passed through the walls of the womb as His Resurrection body afterwards did out of the tomb. All these opinions were condemned in synods at that city and at Milan (about A.D. 390). He subsequently sent Jovinian's books to Jerome, who answered them in the present treatise in the year 393. Book I is wholly on (1), marriage and virginity. Chp 4-13 are Jerome's sense, of St. Paul's teaching in 1 Cor. vii. In chp. 14-39 Jerome uses both the Old and the New Testaments. Chp. 40 praises virginity and single marriages from examples in the heathen world. - Summary: A shortened version from the introduction. |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/against-jovinianus-by-saint-jerome/ |
jovinianus published rome treatise containing following opinions 1 that virgin better wife sight god 2 abstinence better thankful partaking food 3 person baptized spirit well water cannot sin 4 sins equal 5 one grade punishment one reward future state also held birth lord natural rather jesus passed walls womb resurrection body afterwards tomb opinions condemned synods city milan about a d 390 subsequently sent jovinian s books jerome answered present treatise year 393 book wholly 1 marriage virginity chp 4 13 jerome s sense st paul s teaching 1 cor vii chp 14 39 jerome uses old new testaments chp 40 praises virginity single marriages examples heathen world summary shortened version introduction |
| 14097 |
14097 |
15129 |
Three Homilies on the Devil |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Other |
John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, delivered these three homilies, most likely at Antioch, about the role of demons in our life. The summary for each one follows: 1) Against those who say that demons govern human affairs, and who are displeased at the chastisement of God, and are offended at the prosperity of the wicked and the hardships of the just. 2) Against those who object because the devil has not been put out of the world: and to prove that his wickedness does no harm to us—if we take heed: and concerning repentance. 3) That evil comes of sloth, and virtue from diligence, and that neither wicked men, nor the devil himself, are able to do the wary man any harm. The proof of this from many passages, and amongst others from those which relate to Adam and to Job. - Summary by Philip Schaff, the translator |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/three-homilies-on-the-devil-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
john chrysostom archbishop constantinople delivered three homilies likely antioch role demons life summary one follows 1 say demons govern human affairs displeased chastisement god offended prosperity wicked hardships just 2 object devil put world prove wickedness harm us if take heed concerning repentance 3 evil comes sloth virtue diligence neither wicked men devil himself able wary man harm proof many passages amongst others relate adam job summary philip schaff translator |
| 14098 |
14098 |
15130 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 035 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 035: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-035-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 035 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
| 14099 |
14099 |
15134 |
Law |
Frédéric Bastiat |
Law, Political Science |
"The law perverted! The law—and, in its wake, all the collective forces of the nation. The law, I say, not only diverted from its proper direction, but made to pursue one entirely contrary! The law becomes the tool of every kind of avarice, instead of being its check! The law guilty of that very inequity which it was its mission to punish! Truly, this is a serious fact, if it exists, and one to which I feel bound to call the attention of my fellow-citizens." —Frédéric Bastiat |
English |
1850 |
https://librivox.org/the-law-by-frederic-bastiat/ |
the law perverted law and wake collective forces nation law say diverted proper direction made pursue one entirely contrary law becomes tool every kind avarice instead check law guilty inequity mission punish truly serious fact exists one feel bound call attention fellow citizens frédéric bastiat |
| 14100 |
14100 |
15135 |
Europe and Elsewhere |
Mark Twain |
Humorous Fiction, Single Author Collections, Essays & Short Works |
This collection of articles came from Mark Twain's travels and experiences abroad. While many had been previously published, there also were many that had never before seen the light of day...which one reviewer said had never been Twain's intent for them, having consigned them to obscurity. With introductory essays by Brander Matthews and Albert Bigelow Paine, the book paints a clear picture of the complexity and wide variety of Samuel L. Clemens' thinking, where it originated and how it developed. |
English |
1923 |
https://librivox.org/europe-and-elsewhere-by-mark-twain/ |
collection articles came mark twain s travels experiences abroad many previously published also many never seen light day which one reviewer said never twain s intent them consigned obscurity introductory essays brander matthews albert bigelow paine book paints clear picture complexity wide variety samuel l clemens thinking originated developed |
| 14101 |
14101 |
15138 |
Love Eternal |
H. Rider Haggard |
General Fiction |
This follows the story of Godfrey and Isobel and their relationship as they grow up. - Summary by Michele Eaton |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/love-eternal-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
follows story godfrey isobel relationship grow up summary michele eaton |
| 14102 |
14102 |
15139 |
Ten Homilies on the First Epistle of John |
Saint Augustine of Hippo |
Christianity - Commentary |
As regards the plan of the Epistle, it has been often asserted till lately that it was supposed to be but fragmentary, a series of aphorisms. Augustine, however, without formally announcing a plan as discovered by him in the Epistle, not only frequently affirms in his exposition that charity or love is the Apostle’s main theme, but so conducts the discussion, gathering his arguments and illustrations around this central thought, as to render it evident that in his view the purpose and plan of the Apostle is to set forth love in its essence and its scope, and that he intends to make this thought dominant in every part. - Summary by Philip Schaff |
English |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/ten-homilies-on-the-first-epistle-of-john-by-saint-augustine-of-hippo/ |
regards plan epistle often asserted till lately supposed fragmentary series aphorisms augustine however without formally announcing plan discovered epistle frequently affirms exposition charity love apostle s main theme conducts discussion gathering arguments illustrations around central thought render evident view purpose plan apostle set forth love essence scope intends make thought dominant every part summary philip schaff |
| 14103 |
14103 |
15141 |
Report on Securing and Growing the Digital Economy |
The Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity |
Technology & Engineering |
President Obama formed <i>The President's Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity</i> on April 13, 2016 to develop a plan for protecting cyberspace and America's economic reliance upon it. The commission's final report was released in December 2016. The report examined the state of cybersecurity today, looked ahead to the challenges in the future, and made recommendations to the incoming Trump administration and future administrations on ways the military, government, and private sector should enhance cybersecurity. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
2016 |
https://librivox.org/report-on-securing-and-growing-the-digital-economy-by-the-commission-on-enhancing-national-cybersecurity/ |
president obama formed i the president s commission enhancing national cybersecurity i april 13 2016 develop plan protecting cyberspace america s economic reliance upon it commission s final report released december 2016 report examined state cybersecurity today looked ahead challenges future made recommendations incoming trump administration future administrations ways military government private sector enhance cybersecurity summary triciag |
| 14104 |
14104 |
15142 |
David Ransom's Watch |
Pansy |
Christian Fiction |
A tale of human choices and lost opportunities, and how one's choices affect so many other lives, for good or ill.<br />\nA borrowed watch. A selfish younger brother. An engagement and flirtation. A trip to the city to replace the watch turns David Ransom's life in a whole new direction. - Summary by TriciaG |
English |
1905 |
https://librivox.org/david-ransoms-watch-by-pansy/ |
tale human choices lost opportunities one s choices affect many lives good ill br borrowed watch selfish younger brother engagement flirtation trip city replace watch turns david ransom s life whole new direction summary triciag |
| 14105 |
14106 |
15147 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Book of Tobit (Tobias) (Version 2) |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
This book tells the story of Tobit (Tobias), an Israelite, living in Nineveh after the northern tribes of Israel had been deported to Assyria in 721 B.C. Tobit remains loyal to the worship of God at the temple in Jerusalem, and he is diligent in attempting to provide proper burials for fallen Israelites. One night, he sleeps in the open and is blinded by bird droppings which fall into his eyes. At the same time in Media, a young woman, Sarah prays for death in despair, because the demon, Asmodeus, abducts and kills every man she marries. God sends the angel Raphael, disguised as a human, to assist Tobias and help set things right. (ancientchristian) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/bible-drv-apocryphadeuterocanon-book-of-tobit-tobias-version-2-by-douay-rheims-version-drv/ |
book tells story tobit tobias israelite living nineveh northern tribes israel deported assyria 721 b c tobit remains loyal worship god temple jerusalem diligent attempting provide proper burials fallen israelites one night sleeps open blinded bird droppings fall eyes time media young woman sarah prays death despair demon asmodeus abducts kills every man marries god sends angel raphael disguised human assist tobias help set things right ancientchristian |
| 14106 |
14107 |
15149 |
Venus Has Green Eyes |
Carl Selwyn |
Science Fiction |
Flip Miller was a man about the universe, surviving one harrowing escapade after another and seeking for the lucky break that would make his fortune. Finally he had found in in a scrap of a map to a lost mine on Venus. Only he was foolish enough to search it out in the steaming jungle of that mud covered planet. But it was true and unbelievable riches were soon to be his. Well, as soon as he could get a ride out of the mud island where his plane had broken down. The one thing he was never afraid of in all his adventures were women. Were there women on this planet that might just might not fall for his rugged looks and boundless self confidence. Of course not. Captain Vixen, the princess of Venus may just be a type of woman he hasn't met before and one worthy of his mettle. If he loses this battle of the sexes, then of course he will die. Will he teach even this fierce wild woman what if feels like to be a true woman in the arms of a strong man? Listen and find out. ( philc) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/venus-has-green-eyes-by-carl-selwyn/ |
flip miller man universe surviving one harrowing escapade another seeking lucky break would make fortune finally found scrap map lost mine venus foolish enough search steaming jungle mud covered planet true unbelievable riches soon his well soon could get ride mud island plane broken down one thing never afraid adventures women women planet might might fall rugged looks boundless self confidence course not captain vixen princess venus may type woman met one worthy mettle loses battle sexes course die teach even fierce wild woman feels like true woman arms strong man listen find out philc |
| 14107 |
14108 |
15150 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 1, January 1897 |
Various |
Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later volumes were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer \n<br><br>\nFrom the Preface of Vol 1 No 1:<br>\n"Of all animated nature, birds are the most beautiful in coloring, most graceful in form and action, swiftest in motion and most perfect emblems of freedom.\n<br><br>\nThey are withal, very intelligent and have many remarkable traits, so that their habits and characteristics make a delightful study for all lovers of nature. In view of the facts, we feel that we are doing a useful work for the young, and one that will be appreciated by progressive parents, in placing within the easy possession of children in the homes these beautiful photographs of birds.\n<br><br>\nThe text is prepared with the view of giving the children as clear an idea as possible, of haunts, habits, characteristics and such other information as will lead them to love the birds and delight in their study and acquaintance." NATURE STUDY PUBLISHING CO.<br><br> |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-january-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later volumes expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer br br preface vol 1 1 br of animated nature birds beautiful coloring graceful form action swiftest motion perfect emblems freedom br br withal intelligent many remarkable traits habits characteristics make delightful study lovers nature view facts feel useful work young one appreciated progressive parents placing within easy possession children homes beautiful photographs birds br br text prepared view giving children clear idea possible haunts habits characteristics information lead love birds delight study acquaintance nature study publishing co br br |
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14109 |
15152 |
Tarzan and the Ant Men |
Edgar Rice Burroughs |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction |
Lord Greystoke, Tarzan of the Apes, is embroiled in thrilling adventures among the tiny, warlike Minunians. (Summary by Matthew Reece) |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/tarzan-and-the-ant-men-by-edgar-rice-burroughs/ |
lord greystoke tarzan apes embroiled thrilling adventures among tiny warlike minunians summary matthew reece |
| 14109 |
14110 |
15153 |
Broken Oar |
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 25 recordings of The Broken Oar by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow .<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 10, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nHenry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator whose works include "Paul Revere's Ride", The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. He was also the first American to translate Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy and was one of the Fireside Poets from New England. (Wikipedia ) |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-broken-oar-by-henry-wadsworth-longfellow/ |
librivox volunteers bring 25 recordings broken oar henry wadsworth longfellow br weekly poetry project may 10 2020 br br henry wadsworth longfellow american poet educator whose works include paul revere s ride song hiawatha evangeline also first american translate dante alighieri s divine comedy one fireside poets new england wikipedia |
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14111 |
15154 |
Totum revolutum: Poesías de Teodoro Guerrero |
Teodoro Guerrero Pallarés |
Poetry, Anthologies, Single author |
En este libro se reúnen diversos poemas satíricos sobre diferentes circunstancias de la vida, tales como el matrimonio, la muerte, el amor, etc. Todos los poemas aquí presentados se encuentran escritos en versos rima, por lo que la lectura de los mismos mediante audio es muy agradable y divertida para pasar un buen rato. (Summary by KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1846 |
https://librivox.org/totum-revolutum-poesias-de-teodoro-guerrero/ |
en este libro se reúnen diversos poemas satíricos sobre diferentes circunstancias de la vida tales como el matrimonio la muerte el amor etc todos los poemas aquí presentados se encuentran escritos en versos rima por lo que la lectura de los mismos mediante audio es muy agradable divertida para pasar un buen rato summary kendalrigans |
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14112 |
15155 |
Think well on't, or, Reflections on the great truths of the Christian religion for every day of the month |
Richard Challoner |
Christianity - Other |
Richard Challoner (1691–1781) was an English Roman Catholic bishop. He is perhaps most famous for his revision of the Douay–Rheims translation of the Bible. In this work he gives reflections on the general truths about the Christian religion for each day of the month. He also provides an introduction about how to meditate on them throughout the day. - Summary by ancientchristian |
English |
1854 |
https://librivox.org/think-well-ont-by-richard-challoner |
richard challoner 1691 1781 english roman catholic bishop perhaps famous revision douay rheims translation bible work gives reflections general truths christian religion day month also provides introduction meditate throughout day summary ancientchristian |
| 14112 |
14113 |
15157 |
Bible (DRV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: Wisdom of Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) |
Douay-Rheims Version (DRV) |
Douay-Rheims Version |
The Book of Ecclesiasticus is preceded by a prologue which professes to be the work of the Greek translator of the original Hebrew and the genuineness of which is undoubted. In this preface to his translation, the writer describes how he was deeply impressed by the wisdom of the sayings and so wished by his translation to place those valuable teachings within the reach of anyone desiring to live in a more perfect accord with the law of God. The fundamental thought of the author is that of wisdom as understood and inculcated in inspired Hebrew literature. The contents may be divided into two great parts: chs. i-xlii, 14; and xlii, 15-1, 26. The sayings which chiefly make up the first part, tend directly to inculcate the fear of God and the fulfillment of His commands, wherein consists true wisdom. This they do by pointing out, in a concrete manner, how the truly wise man shall conduct himself in the manifold relationships of practical life. Together with these maxims, which resemble closely both in matter and form the Proverbs of Solomon, the first part includes several more or less long descriptions of the origin and excellence of wisdom. The contents of the second part, at first describe at length the Divine wisdom so wonderfully displayed in the realm of nature (xlii, 15-xliii), and next illustrate the practice of wisdom in the various walks of life, as made known by the history of Israel's worthies, from Enoch down to the high priest Simon, the writer's holy contemporary (xliv-1, 26). At the close of the book, there is first, a short conclusion containing the author's subscription and the express declaration of his general purpose; and next, an appendix (li) in which the writer returns thanks to God for His benefits, and especially for the gift of wisdom and to which are subjoined in the Hebrew text recently discovered, a second subscription and the following pious ejaculation: "Blessed be the name of Yahweh from this time forth and for evermore." ( The Catholic Encyclopedia (1909) - condensed by ancientchristian) |
English |
1899 |
https://librivox.org/sirach-by-douay-rheims-version-drv/ |
book ecclesiasticus preceded prologue professes work greek translator original hebrew genuineness undoubted preface translation writer describes deeply impressed wisdom sayings wished translation place valuable teachings within reach anyone desiring live perfect accord law god fundamental thought author wisdom understood inculcated inspired hebrew literature contents may divided two great parts chs i xlii 14 xlii 15 1 26 sayings chiefly make first part tend directly inculcate fear god fulfillment commands wherein consists true wisdom pointing out concrete manner truly wise man shall conduct manifold relationships practical life together maxims resemble closely matter form proverbs solomon first part includes several less long descriptions origin excellence wisdom contents second part first describe length divine wisdom wonderfully displayed realm nature xlii 15 xliii next illustrate practice wisdom various walks life made known history israel s worthies enoch high priest simon writer s holy contemporary xliv 1 26 close book first short conclusion containing author s subscription express declaration general purpose next appendix li writer returns thanks god benefits especially gift wisdom subjoined hebrew text recently discovered second subscription following pious ejaculation blessed name yahweh time forth evermore catholic encyclopedia 1909 condensed ancientchristian |
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14114 |
15158 |
Marie Antoinette Romances, Vol 2: The Mesmerist's Victim |
Alexandre Dumas |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Crime & Mystery Fiction, Fantastic Fiction |
This 2nd volume of the Marie Antoinette Romances continues the intrigues of "Balsamo, The Magician" and adds to them the schemes of philosophers and the stirrings of revolution. Balsamo (based on the real Count Alessandro di Cagliostro) carries on his occult tactics to weaponize the state secrets that he gained in the previous volume. A serious romance and illness takes root in the court of King Louis XV, convincing one of the leading philosophic minds of the era, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, that “the breath of heaven will blast an age and a monarchy.” - Summary by jvanstan |
English |
1894 |
https://librivox.org/the-marie-antoinette-romances-vol-2-the-mesmerists-victim-by-alexandre-dumas/ |
2nd volume marie antoinette romances continues intrigues balsamo magician adds schemes philosophers stirrings revolution balsamo based real count alessandro di cagliostro carries occult tactics weaponize state secrets gained previous volume serious romance illness takes root court king louis xv convincing one leading philosophic minds era jean jacques rousseau the breath heaven blast age monarchy summary jvanstan |
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14115 |
15161 |
Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters |
Henry Addington Bruce |
Psychology |
The author describes popular ghost occurrences from a skeptical point of view, providing explanations based on recent scientific research (early 20th century), primarily in the field of psychology, like suggestion and hallucinations, using also his beliefs on mesmerism and telepathy. He finishes his book with a brief mention of ghost hunters and researchers into psychic phenomena. - Summary by Rapunzelina |
English |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/historic-ghosts-and-ghost-hunters-by-henry-addington-bruce/ |
author describes popular ghost occurrences skeptical point view providing explanations based recent scientific research early 20th century primarily field psychology like suggestion hallucinations using also beliefs mesmerism telepathy finishes book brief mention ghost hunters researchers psychic phenomena summary rapunzelina |
| 14115 |
14116 |
15162 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 2, February 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later volumes were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer \n\nFrom the Preface of Vol 1 No 1:\n"Of all animated nature, birds are the most beautiful in coloring, most graceful in form and action, swiftest in motion and most perfect emblems of freedom.\n<br>\nThey are withal, very intelligent and have many remarkable traits, so that their habits and characteristics make a delightful study for all lovers of nature. In view of the facts, we feel that we are doing a useful work for the young, and one that will be appreciated by progressive parents, in placing within the easy possession of children in the homes these beautiful photographs of birds.\n<br>\nThe text is prepared with the view of giving the children as clear an idea as possible, of haunts, habits, characteristics and such other information as will lead them to love the birds and delight in their study and acquaintance." NATURE STUDY PUBLISHING CO. |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-february-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later volumes expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer preface vol 1 1 of animated nature birds beautiful coloring graceful form action swiftest motion perfect emblems freedom br withal intelligent many remarkable traits habits characteristics make delightful study lovers nature view facts feel useful work young one appreciated progressive parents placing within easy possession children homes beautiful photographs birds br text prepared view giving children clear idea possible haunts habits characteristics information lead love birds delight study acquaintance nature study publishing co |
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14117 |
15164 |
Ancient Allan |
H. Rider Haggard |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
This is the thrilling tale as told by Allan Quatermain of events in his life, or should we say his lives? By the use of a mystical herb, he is transported to a time when he was an Egyptian hunter and warrior fighting to free Egypt from the bonds of the Easterns and to win the heart of the lovely Amada. We learn with him the importance of honor and truthfulness in all our dealings. We also see the necessity of bravery in dealing with enemy forces as well as our love interests. - Summary by Keith Salis |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/the-ancient-allan-by-h-rider-haggard/ |
thrilling tale told allan quatermain events life say lives use mystical herb transported time egyptian hunter warrior fighting free egypt bonds easterns win heart lovely amada learn importance honor truthfulness dealings also see necessity bravery dealing enemy forces well love interests summary keith salis |
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14118 |
15168 |
Poèmes |
Emile Verhaeren |
Single author |
La poésie du poète flamand Émile Verhaeren (1855-1916) est inspirée par son observation critique de la vie des gens simples et des évènements quotidiens. Cette compilation de 100 poèmes inclut les cycles "Les bords de la route", "Les Flamandes" (qui a fait scandale dès sa parution) et "Les moines". - Summary by Sonia |
French |
1895 |
https://librivox.org/poemes-by-emile-verhaeren/ |
la poésie du poète flamand émile verhaeren 1855 1916 est inspirée par son observation critique de la vie des gens simples et des évènements quotidiens cette compilation de 100 poèmes inclut les cycles les bords de la route les flamandes qui fait scandale dès sa parution et les moines summary sonia |
| 14118 |
14119 |
15169 |
Schollenbuch |
Paul Zech |
Lyric |
Diese Gedichte gehören zur frühen Lyrik von Paul Zech. Das Hauptthema ist ganz traditionell die Natur. Die Gedichte sind noch frei von expressionistischer Schreibweise und haben auch Themen wie Liebe und Religion zum Inhalt.<br>\nUnterteilt hat Paul Zech die Gedichte in folgende Abschnitte:<br>\nJahreszeiten (1 – 28)<br>\nVon Dir und mir (29 - 41)<br>\nAusblicke (42 – 49)<br>\nEinkehr (50 – 54) - Summary by lorda |
German |
1912 |
https://librivox.org/schollenbuch-by-paul-zech/ |
diese gedichte gehören zur frühen lyrik von paul zech das hauptthema ist ganz traditionell die natur die gedichte sind noch frei von expressionistischer schreibweise und haben auch themen wie liebe und religion zum inhalt br unterteilt hat paul zech die gedichte folgende abschnitte br jahreszeiten 1 28 br von dir und mir 29 41 br ausblicke 42 49 br einkehr 50 54 summary lorda |
| 14119 |
14120 |
15171 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 1 Maccabees |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The First Book of the Machabees is a history of the struggle of the Jewish people for religious and political liberty under the leadership of the Machabee family, with Judas Machabeus as the central figure. After a brief introduction (i, 1-9) explaining how the Jews came to pass from the Persian domination to that of the Seleucids, it relates the causes of the rising under Mathathias and the details of the revolt up to his death (i, 10-ii); the glorious deeds and heroic death of Judas Machabeus (iii-ix, 22); the story of the successful leadership of Jonathan (ix, 23-xii), and of the wise administration of Simon (xiii-xvi, 17). It concludes (xvi, 18-24) with a brief mention of the difficulties attending the accession of John Hyrcanus and with a short summary of his reign. The book thus covers the period between the years 175 and 135 B.C. ( Bechtel, F. (1910). The Books of Machabees. In The Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.) |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/1-maccabees-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
first book machabees history struggle jewish people religious political liberty leadership machabee family judas machabeus central figure brief introduction i 1 9 explaining jews came pass persian domination seleucids relates causes rising mathathias details revolt death i 10 ii glorious deeds heroic death judas machabeus iii ix 22 story successful leadership jonathan ix 23 xii wise administration simon xiii xvi 17 concludes xvi 18 24 brief mention difficulties attending accession john hyrcanus short summary reign book thus covers period years 175 135 b c bechtel f 1910 books machabees catholic encyclopedia new york robert appleton company |
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14121 |
15172 |
Bible (KJV) Apocrypha/Deuterocanon: 2 Maccabees |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Second Book of Machabees is not, as the name might suggest, a continuation of the First, but covers part of the same ground. The book proper is preceded by two letters of the Jews of Jerusalem to their Egyptian coreligionists. The first dated in 124 B.C., contains only an invitation to the Jews of Egypt to celebrate the feast of the Dedication of the Temple. The second which is undated, is from the senate and Judas Machabeus to the counsellor of Ptolemy, and to the Jews in Egypt. It informs them Egyptian Jews of the death of Antiochus, and invites them to celebrate the feasts of the Dedication and of the Recovery of the Sacred Fire. The story of the recovery of the sacred fire is then related.<br><br>\n\nThe book itself begins with an elaborate preface in which the author after mentioning that his work is an epitome of the larger history in five books of Jason of Cyrene states his motive in writing the book. The first part relates the attempt of Heliodoris, prime minister of Seleucus IV (187-175 B.C.), to rob the treasures of the Temple. The rest of the book is the history of the Machabean rebellion down to the death of Nicanor (161 B.C.), and therefore corresponds to I Mach. II Mach. thus covers a period of only fifteen years, from 176 to 161 B.C. But while the field is narrower, the narrative is much more copious in details than I Mach., and furnishes many particulars, for instance, names of persons, which are not found in the first book. ( Bechtel, F. (1910). The Books of Machabees. In The Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company. - modified by ancientchristian) |
English |
1611 |
https://librivox.org/2-maccabees-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
second book machabees not name might suggest continuation first covers part ground book proper preceded two letters jews jerusalem egyptian coreligionists first dated 124 b c contains invitation jews egypt celebrate feast dedication temple second undated senate judas machabeus counsellor ptolemy jews egypt informs egyptian jews death antiochus invites celebrate feasts dedication recovery sacred fire story recovery sacred fire related br br book begins elaborate preface author mentioning work epitome larger history five books jason cyrene states motive writing book first part relates attempt heliodoris prime minister seleucus iv 187 175 b c rob treasures temple rest book history machabean rebellion death nicanor 161 b c therefore corresponds mach ii mach thus covers period fifteen years 176 161 b c field narrower narrative much copious details mach furnishes many particulars instance names persons found first book bechtel f 1910 books machabees catholic encyclopedia new york robert appleton company modified ancientchristian |
| 14121 |
14122 |
15178 |
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 075 |
Various |
*Non-fiction |
Twenty short nonfiction works chosen by the readers. Is the sound of a dripping faucet music? According to Aldous Huxley, "The music of the drops is the symbol and type of the whole universe... asymptotic to sense, infinitely close to significance, but never touching it." (Water Music). Sensory and psychological exploration define several recordings in Vol. 075 (On the Pleasures of Friendship; Prohibition; The Danger of Lying in Bed; The Effects of Opium in Lowness of Spirits; How to Listen to Music; The Story of the Alphabet; Letter from William Blake; and Poets). Narrative history and biography apply a more traditional approach to questions of motivation (Jesse James; Europe in the Mid-17th Century; The History of British India; On the Federal Constitution; John Quincy Adams and the Right of Petition; Saving Mr. Lincoln; Moses Maimonides). Lastly, the importance of critical and scientific observation are highlighted in Velocities Expressed in Meters per Second; The Original Hudson Tunnel; and The Peruvian Earthquake of 1868. Summary by Sue Anderson\n<br><br>\nThe Subways and Tunnels of New York was co-authored by Lucius I Wightman and William Lawrence Saunders. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-075-by-various/ |
twenty short nonfiction works chosen readers sound dripping faucet music according aldous huxley the music drops symbol type whole universe asymptotic sense infinitely close significance never touching it water music sensory psychological exploration define several recordings vol 075 on pleasures friendship prohibition danger lying bed effects opium lowness spirits listen music story alphabet letter william blake poets narrative history biography apply traditional approach questions motivation jesse james europe mid 17th century history british india federal constitution john quincy adams right petition saving mr lincoln moses maimonides lastly importance critical scientific observation highlighted velocities expressed meters per second original hudson tunnel peruvian earthquake 1868 summary sue anderson br br subways tunnels new york co authored lucius wightman william lawrence saunders |
| 14122 |
14123 |
15181 |
Reincarnation: A Study in Human Evolution |
Théophile Pascal |
Philosophy, Religion |
Dr. Pascal brings us the Theosophic knowledge to reincarnation. He discusses four main topics: 1). The Soul and the Bodies, 2). Reincarnation and the Moral Law, 3). Reincarnation and Science, and 4). Reincarnation and the religious and philosophical concensus of the ages - Summary by kirk202 |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/reincarnation-study-in-evolution-by-theophile-pascal/ |
dr pascal brings us theosophic knowledge reincarnation discusses four main topics 1 soul bodies 2 reincarnation moral law 3 reincarnation science 4 reincarnation religious philosophical concensus ages summary kirk202 |
| 14123 |
14124 |
15185 |
Quiet |
Madison Cawein |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 28 recordings of Quiet by Madison Cawein.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 17, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nCawein's description of "A log-hut in the solitude", taken from The Poems of Madison Cawein, Volume 3, Nature Poems. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1907 |
https://librivox.org/quiet-by-madison-cawein/ |
librivox volunteers bring 28 recordings quiet madison cawein br weekly poetry project may 17 2020 br br cawein s description a log hut solitude taken poems madison cawein volume 3 nature poems summary david lawrence |
| 14124 |
14125 |
15186 |
Wail of the Waiter |
Marcus Clarke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 recordings of The Wail of the Waiter by Marcus Clarke.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 16, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nA little something in anticipation of the day when things return to normal and folks everywhere, particularly in the hospitality industry, are back at work. - Summary by SonOfTheExiles |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-wail-of-the-waiter-by-marcus-clarke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 12 recordings wail waiter marcus clarke br fortnightly poetry project may 16 2020 br br little something anticipation day things return normal folks everywhere particularly hospitality industry back work summary sonoftheexiles |
| 14125 |
14132 |
15195 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 3, March 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-march-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later issues expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer |
| 14126 |
14126 |
15187 |
Joseph Conrad: A Personal Remembrance |
Ford Madox Ford |
Memoirs |
Joseph Conrad (1857 – 1924) was a Polish-British writer regarded as one of the greatest novelists to write in the English language. Though he did not speak English fluently until his twenties, he was a master prose stylist who brought a non-English sensibility into English literature. Conrad wrote stories and novels, many with a nautical setting, that depict trials of the human spirit in the midst of what he saw as an impassive, inscrutable universe. Conrad collaborated in some works with Ford Madox Ford. Ford (1873 – 1939) was an English novelist, poet, critic and editor whose journals The English Review and The Transatlantic Review were instrumental in the development of early 20th-century English literature. Ford in this memoir quotes extensively from Conrad's works and in the audible version it is sometimes difficult to determine where the quotes begin and end.- Summary by David Wales |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/joseph-conrad-personal-remembrance-by-ford-madox-ford/ |
joseph conrad 1857 1924 polish british writer regarded one greatest novelists write english language though speak english fluently twenties master prose stylist brought non english sensibility english literature conrad wrote stories novels many nautical setting depict trials human spirit midst saw impassive inscrutable universe conrad collaborated works ford madox ford ford 1873 1939 english novelist poet critic editor whose journals english review transatlantic review instrumental development early 20th century english literature ford memoir quotes extensively conrad s works audible version sometimes difficult determine quotes begin end summary david wales |
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14127 |
15188 |
Claude Lightfoot, or How the Problem Was Solved |
Francis J. Finn |
Religion, School |
Most of the boys in the Catholic school called Milwaukee College are engrossed with baseball and keeping up with their studies. When twelve year old Claude Lightfoot is transferred into the school, he has a rocky time of it. While Claude excels in baseball and other playground activities, he also has a knack of annoying the other boys, particularly one who is a mean bully. And though Claude is mentally bright, his hyperactive classroom behavior is a trial to his teacher. The problem that must be solved is whether Claude can settle down to become a responsible young man capable of self control. Along the way he must cope with a series of trials and obstacles, especially as he tries to achieve his great goal: to be worthy to make his first Holy Communion. - Summary by Carol Pelster |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/claude-lightfoot-by-francis-j-finn/ |
boys catholic school called milwaukee college engrossed baseball keeping studies twelve year old claude lightfoot transferred school rocky time it claude excels baseball playground activities also knack annoying boys particularly one mean bully though claude mentally bright hyperactive classroom behavior trial teacher problem must solved whether claude settle become responsible young man capable self control along way must cope series trials obstacles especially tries achieve great goal worthy make first holy communion summary carol pelster |
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14128 |
15189 |
jardín de los cerezos |
Anton Chekhov |
Published 1900 onward, Satire |
El jardín de los cerezos es la última de las piezas principales de Chéjov (las otras son La gaviota, Tío Vania y Las tres hermanas). Se trata de una comedia escrita en cuatro actos, ambientada en el declive económico de la aristocracia rusa a finales del siglo XIX. Durante este periodo, los hijos de los que habían sido sus esclavos se enriquecían y tenía lugar una inversión de papeles que ponía en entredicho la forma de vida de las clases adineradas tradicionales. - Summary by Phileas Fogg |
Spanish |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/el-jardin-de-los-cerezos-by-anton-chekhov/ |
el jardín de los cerezos es la última de las piezas principales de chéjov las otras son la gaviota tío vania las tres hermanas se trata de una comedia escrita en cuatro actos ambientada en el declive económico de la aristocracia rusa finales del siglo xix durante este periodo los hijos de los que habían sido sus esclavos se enriquecían tenía lugar una inversión de papeles que ponía en entredicho la forma de vida de las clases adineradas tradicionales summary phileas fogg |
| 14129 |
14129 |
15190 |
National Geographic Magazine Vol. 09 - 03. March 1898 |
National Geographic Society |
Travel & Geography |
The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, Vol IX, the March Number.<br>\nIt includes the following articles:<br>\n<br>\n<ul><li>Dwellings of the Saga-time in Iceland, Greenland, and Vineland, by Cornelia Horsford</li>\n<li>Completion of the La Boca Dock</li>\n<li>Two Hundred Miles up the Kuskokwim, by Charles Hallock</li>\n<li>The Mt St Elias Expedition of Prince Luigi Amadeo of Savoy, by Eliza Ruhamah Scidmore</li>\n<li>The Origin of the French Canadians</li>\n<li>The Height of Mt Rainier, by Richard U. Goode</li>\n<li>Geographic Work by the Bureau of American Ethnology, by W. J. McGee</li>\n<li>A Relic of the Lewis and Clarke Expedition, by Cyrus C. Babb</li>\n<li>An Interesting Rumor Concerning Andree, by John Hyde</li>\n<li>Geographic Names in West Greenland, by Ralph S. Tarr</li>\n</ul><br><br> |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/national-geographic-magazine-vol-09-03-march-1898/ |
national geographic magazine illustrated monthly vol ix march number br includes following articles br br ul li dwellings saga time iceland greenland vineland cornelia horsford li li completion la boca dock li li two hundred miles kuskokwim charles hallock li li the mt st elias expedition prince luigi amadeo savoy eliza ruhamah scidmore li li the origin french canadians li li the height mt rainier richard u goode li li geographic work bureau american ethnology w j mcgee li li a relic lewis clarke expedition cyrus c babb li li an interesting rumor concerning andree john hyde li li geographic names west greenland ralph s tarr li ul br br |
| 14130 |
14130 |
15191 |
St. John Chrysostom on 2 Timothy |
St. John Chrysostom |
Christianity - Commentary |
St. John Chrysostom (the golden-mouthed), the most famous preacher of his age turned his attention to 2 Timothy, giving a total of 10 sermons this letter by Paul to his beloved Timothy who he had appointed as an arch-bishop. This epistles is one of three that are called "pastoral" because they concern the conduct of church leaders. It is considered to be one of the last letters he wrote before his death in Rome. Summary by ancientchristian. |
English |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/2-timothy-by-st-john-chrysostom/ |
st john chrysostom the golden mouthed famous preacher age turned attention 2 timothy giving total 10 sermons letter paul beloved timothy appointed arch bishop epistles one three called pastoral concern conduct church leaders considered one last letters wrote death rome summary ancientchristian |
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14131 |
15194 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 088 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Once more, we bring you a stellar collection of short stories, selected and read by Librivox readers. Joining regular favorites, such as Kate Chopin and Charles Dickens, we bring you Alexander Pushkin, Henry Iliowizi and Thomas Bailey Aldrich, among others. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-088-by-various/ |
more bring stellar collection short stories selected read librivox readers joining regular favorites kate chopin charles dickens bring alexander pushkin henry iliowizi thomas bailey aldrich among others |
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14133 |
15196 |
Ingersoll on ERNEST RENAN from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 11, Lecture 12 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Biography & Autobiography |
Col. Ingersoll begins his lectures on famous people as follows: "It is hard to overstate the debt we owe to the men and women of genius. Take from our world what they have given, and all the niches would be empty, all the walls naked—meaning and connection would fall from words of poetry and fiction, music would go back to common air, and all the forms of subtle and enchanting Art would lose proportion and become the unmeaning waste and shattered spoil of thoughtless Chance." One of the most famous orators of his day, a contemporary and personal friend of Mark Twain and General Grant, Ingersoll's lectures on famous people in this series include: SHAKESPEARE, ROBERT BURNS, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, VOLTAIRE, WALT WHITMAN; followed by inspiring speeches on THE GREAT INFIDELS; WHICH WAY? (science or superstition); and ABOUT THE HOLY BIBLE.\nEach lecture in Volume 3, plus 2 lectures on HUMBOLDT and THOMAS PAINE from Volume 1, and an essay on ERNEST RENAN from Volume 11 (of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), are presented on Librivox as a separate audiobook in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. ( Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-ernest-renan-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-11-lecture-12-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll begins lectures famous people follows it hard overstate debt owe men women genius take world given niches would empty walls naked meaning connection would fall words poetry fiction music would go back common air forms subtle enchanting art would lose proportion become unmeaning waste shattered spoil thoughtless chance one famous orators day contemporary personal friend mark twain general grant ingersoll s lectures famous people series include shakespeare robert burns abraham lincoln voltaire walt whitman followed inspiring speeches great infidels way science superstition holy bible lecture volume 3 plus 2 lectures humboldt thomas paine volume 1 essay ernest renan volume 11 of 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobook series called ingersoll lectures famous people michele fry |
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14134 |
15197 |
Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 47-56 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 47 through 56 cover the Gospel According to Saint Luke 9:1-56. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-luke-sermons-47-56-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 47 56 cover gospel according saint luke 9 1 56 summary reader |
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14135 |
15200 |
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Version 7) |
Lewis Carroll |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Alice’s adventures in Wonderland is probably one of the most well known and popular children's novels in the English language. Written in 1865 by Charles Lutwidge Dodgeson, better known by his pen name ‘Lewis Carrol’. Lewis, a mathematician, poet, photographer and inventor, tells a surreal fantasy tale, of Alice, who visits a world of unnatural logic after following a very smart White Rabbit, down a rabbit hole. The world she discovers is inhabited by the strangest and most endearing characters; The ‘Mad Hatter’, the sleepy ‘Dormouse’, the ‘Queen of Hearts’ and many more.<br /><br />Every child should insist that this story is read to them! And they will remember it for ever, just like Alice.<br /><br />This book was originally illustrated by Sir John Tenniel. His images are iconic and help to seed the imagination of any little person, no matter how big they are!<br />\nDownload them here: <a href="http://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/resources/pictures/alices-adventures-in-wonderland/">http://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/resources/pictures/alices-adventures-in-wonderland/</a><br /> (Summary by Craig Franklin) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/alices-adventures-in-wonderland-version-7-by-lewis-carroll/ |
alice s adventures wonderland probably one well known popular children s novels english language written 1865 charles lutwidge dodgeson better known pen name lewis carrol lewis mathematician poet photographer inventor tells surreal fantasy tale alice visits world unnatural logic following smart white rabbit rabbit hole world discovers inhabited strangest endearing characters mad hatter sleepy dormouse queen hearts many more br br every child insist story read them remember ever like alice br br this book originally illustrated sir john tenniel images iconic help seed imagination little person matter big are br download here a href http www alice in wonderland net resources pictures alices adventures in wonderland http www alice in wonderland net resources pictures alices adventures in wonderland a br summary craig franklin |
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14136 |
15202 |
Commentary on the Apocalypse of the Blessed John |
St. Victorinus of Pettau |
Christianity - Commentary |
This commentary is said to have been composed around 260, making it the earliest surviving commentary on Revelation. The author, St. Victorinus of Pettau (d. 303) flourished about 270, and was martyred during the Roman persecutions under Emperor Diocletian. The commentary does not cover every verse but focuses instead on key passages, giving mostly allegorical interpretations. He saw the Apocalypse as consisting of various subdivisions which run parallel with each other, the main theme of which is the coming Second Advent. - Summary by ancientchristian |
English |
1885 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-apocalypse-of-the-blessed-john-by-st-victorinus-of-pettau/ |
commentary said composed around 260 making earliest surviving commentary revelation author st victorinus pettau d 303 flourished 270 martyred roman persecutions emperor diocletian commentary cover every verse focuses instead key passages giving mostly allegorical interpretations saw apocalypse consisting various subdivisions run parallel other main theme coming second advent summary ancientchristian |
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14137 |
15204 |
Lullaby-Land: Songs of Childhood |
Eugene Field |
Poetry, Single author |
Lullaby-Land: Songs of Childhood is a book of children’s poetry by Eugene Field. Within the poems in this volume you will find some of his well-known works including The Duel, Wynken, Blynken and Nod, and Little Boy Blue. - Summary by SweetHome |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/lullaby-land-songs-of-childhood-by-eugene-field/ |
lullaby land songs childhood book children s poetry eugene field within poems volume find well known works including duel wynken blynken nod little boy blue summary sweethome |
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14138 |
15209 |
Gloria, Parte 2 |
Benito Pérez Galdós |
Romance, Published 1800 -1900 |
En esta segunda parte de "Gloria" el autor narra los hechos acaecidos luego de la muerte que desenlaza el primer libro, revelando secretos y circunstancias que si de algún modo asomaban en el libro anterior, aquí son detalladas todas. Se relevan también en esta narración los sentimientos mas profundos que pueden despertar dos religiones "antiguamente antagónicas" y las consecuencias fatales que el fanatismo pudiera provocar. Al igual que la primera entrega, este libro tiene un desenlace trágico en los protagonistas, finalizando el autor con una reflexión moral y social sobre la trama principal de su obra: la religión. Resumen por kendalrigans. |
Spanish |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/gloria-segunda-parte-by-benito-perez-galdos/ |
en esta segunda parte de gloria el autor narra los hechos acaecidos luego de la muerte que desenlaza el primer libro revelando secretos circunstancias que si de algún modo asomaban en el libro anterior aquí son detalladas todas se relevan también en esta narración los sentimientos mas profundos que pueden despertar dos religiones antiguamente antagónicas las consecuencias fatales que el fanatismo pudiera provocar al igual que la primera entrega este libro tiene un desenlace trágico en los protagonistas finalizando el autor con una reflexión moral social sobre la trama principal de su obra la religión resumen por kendalrigans |
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14139 |
15213 |
White Doe of Rylstone |
William Wordsworth |
Narratives |
A narrative poem in seven cantos, set during the Northern Rebellion of 1569. A group of Catholic nobleman from the North of England attempt to unseat Queen Elizabeth I and replace her with Mary, Queen of Scots. They are soon routed and Elizabeth's forces exact their revenge on the people of the Yorkshire Dales. Inspired by a visit to Bolton Abbey, Wordsworth's poem details the sad fate of one Catholic family whose patriarch decides to lend support to the rebellion. Although it is not among his most popular poems, Wordsworth himself considered The White Doe of Rylstone to be one of his finest. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1815 |
https://librivox.org/the-white-doe-of-rylstone-by-william-wordsworth/ |
narrative poem seven cantos set northern rebellion 1569 group catholic nobleman north england attempt unseat queen elizabeth replace mary queen scots soon routed elizabeth s forces exact revenge people yorkshire dales inspired visit bolton abbey wordsworth s poem details sad fate one catholic family whose patriarch decides lend support rebellion although among popular poems wordsworth considered white doe rylstone one finest summary phil benson |
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14140 |
15217 |
Backwash Of War: The Human Wreckage Of The Battlefield As Witnessed By An American Hospital Nurse |
Ellen Newbold La Motte |
War & Military, Medical, Modern (20th C) |
Ellen Newbold La Motte (1873–1961) was an American nurse, journalist and author. … and in 1915 volunteered as one of the first American war nurses to go to Europe and treat soldiers in World War I. In Belgium she served in a French field hospital, keeping a bitter diary detailing the horrors that she witnessed daily.\n“I am a professor of American studies and recently spent several years researching the life of Ellen N. La Motte, a long-forgotten nurse and public health crusader. In particular, I focused on her war writing. Soon after World War I began, she volunteered as a nurse in a French field hospital; later she published an explosive book of stories, “The Backwash of War,” about the experience. I spent endless hours immersed in those deeply unsettling and darkly humorous tales of wounded and sick hospitalized soldiers…. Cynthia Wachtell is a research associate professor of American studies at Yeshiva University…” (New York Times 22 May 2020) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/backwash-of-war-by-ellen-newbold-la-motte/ |
ellen newbold la motte 1873 1961 american nurse journalist author 1915 volunteered one first american war nurses go europe treat soldiers world war i belgium served french field hospital keeping bitter diary detailing horrors witnessed daily i professor american studies recently spent several years researching life ellen n la motte long forgotten nurse public health crusader particular focused war writing soon world war began volunteered nurse french field hospital later published explosive book stories the backwash war experience spent endless hours immersed deeply unsettling darkly humorous tales wounded sick hospitalized soldiers cynthia wachtell research associate professor american studies yeshiva university new york times 22 may 2020 |
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15218 |
Walnut Growing in Oregon |
Jacob Calvin Cooper |
Life Sciences |
Although published to promote the business of walnut production, this short volume describes the current science and practice of growing walnuts in the early twentieth century with particular reference to the state of Oregon. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/walnut-growing-in-oregon-by-jacob-calvin-cooper/ |
although published promote business walnut production short volume describes current science practice growing walnuts early twentieth century particular reference state oregon summary larry wilson |
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14142 |
15219 |
Songs by the Sea |
Rebecca Ruter Springer |
Poetry, Single author |
Best known for her mystical writing, IntraMuros, Rebecca Ruter Springer was also a sensitive poet. This a short volume of her poems celebrating the sea. - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1889 |
https://librivox.org/songs-by-the-sea-by-rebecca-ruter-springer/ |
best known mystical writing intramuros rebecca ruter springer also sensitive poet short volume poems celebrating sea summary larry wilson |
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14143 |
15222 |
Стихотворения П. Верлена в переводе В. Брюсова |
Paul-Marie Verlaine |
Single author |
The original book includes a selection of poems from several books, a critical/bio essay, and a bibliography. Only the poems are narrated for this audio version.<br></br><br></br>\n\nВ книге напечатаны переводы избранных стихов из дюжины книг Верлена, критико-биографический очерк и библиография. Только стихи включены в эту аудио версию. (Mark Chulsky) |
Russian |
1911 |
https://librivox.org/paul-verlaine-poems-translated-by-valery-bryusov-by-paul-marie-verlaine/ |
original book includes selection poems several books critical bio essay bibliography poems narrated audio version br br br br в книге напечатаны переводы избранных стихов из дюжины книг верлена критико биографический очерк и библиография только стихи включены в эту аудио версию mark chulsky |
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14144 |
15226 |
Best Friend |
Meribah Abbott |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Best Friend by Meribah Abbott.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 24, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nAbbott's description of the empathic characteristics of a dog, taken from J. Earl Clauson's Collection, "The Dogs Book of Verse". - Summary by Ambsweet13 |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-best-friend-by-meribah-abbott/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings best friend meribah abbott br weekly poetry project may 24 2020 br br abbott s description empathic characteristics dog taken j earl clauson s collection the dogs book verse summary ambsweet13 |
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14145 |
15227 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 039 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-039/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night expect shivers spine stench human flesh occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual |
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14146 |
15230 |
Народные русские сказки (Russian Fairy Tales), Выпуск 1 |
Alexander Nikolayevich Afanasyev |
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
Коллекция "Народные русские сказки" А.Н. Афанасьева впервые представила в печати народную сказочную традицию в своем многообразии и истинном виде, бережно сохраняя особенности ее самобытной поэтики. Немногие книги оказали столь же глубокое влияние на русскую культуру как этот сборник, ставший по словам В.И. Проппа "в полном смысле этого слова народной книгой". В предлагаемой аудиокниге сказки читаются по изданию 1860-х годов (8 выпусков).<br><br>Alexander Afanasyev's collection of Russian fairy tales was the first large edition to present this oral tradition in its authentic form, carefully preserving the poetry of its distinctive vernacular expressions. It became a standard primary source for the genre, exercising a far-reaching influence on Russian culture. Thе fairy tales in this audiobook are drawn from an 8-volume edition of the 1860s. ( Kazbek) |
Russian |
1863 |
https://librivox.org/russian-fairy-tales-1-by-alexander-nikolayevich-afanasyev/ |
коллекция народные русские сказки а н афанасьева впервые представила в печати народную сказочную традицию в своем многообразии и истинном виде бережно сохраняя особенности ее самобытной поэтики немногие книги оказали столь же глубокое влияние на русскую культуру как этот сборник ставший по словам в и проппа в полном смысле этого слова народной книгой в предлагаемой аудиокниге сказки читаются по изданию 1860 х годов 8 выпусков br br alexander afanasyev s collection russian fairy tales first large edition present oral tradition authentic form carefully preserving poetry distinctive vernacular expressions became standard primary source genre exercising far reaching influence russian culture thе fairy tales audiobook drawn 8 volume edition 1860s kazbek |
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14154 |
15245 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 5, May 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-vol-1-no-5-may-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later issues expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer |
| 14147 |
14147 |
15231 |
Catena Aurea, St. Matthew - Vol 1, Part 1 |
Saint Thomas Aquinas |
Christianity - Commentary |
The Catena Aurea (Latin for Golden Chain) presents the commentaries of the greatest theologians (e.g. St. John Chrysostom, St. Jerome, St. Augustine) of the Church as if they were having a discussion on each verse of the Bible. St. Thomas Aquinas put this opus together from sermons and commentaries on the Gospels composed by over eighty early Church Fathers, providing their insights into each passage. The work shows his intimate acquaintance with the Early Fathers.\n\nThe work was commissioned by Pope Urban IV, so that everyone could hold to the fundamental rule of the Church, that no one is to interpret Sacred Scripture contrary to the unanimous consent of the Fathers (Vatican I). This first volume covers Matthew 1 - 10. (ancientchristian) |
English |
1874 |
https://librivox.org/catena-aurea-st-matthew-vol-1-part-1-by-saint-thomas-aquinas/ |
catena aurea latin golden chain presents commentaries greatest theologians e g st john chrysostom st jerome st augustine church discussion verse bible st thomas aquinas put opus together sermons commentaries gospels composed eighty early church fathers providing insights passage work shows intimate acquaintance early fathers work commissioned pope urban iv everyone could hold fundamental rule church one interpret sacred scripture contrary unanimous consent fathers vatican i first volume covers matthew 1 10 ancientchristian |
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14148 |
15232 |
In the Oregon Country |
George Palmer Putnam |
Travel & Geography |
This little book does not undertake to present a comprehensive account of our westernmost States, or even of the Oregon Country. It is intended simply to suggest a few of the many[Pg xi] attractions which may be encountered here and there along the Pacific, the references to which are woven together with threads of personal reminiscence pertaining to characteristic phases of the western life of to-day. For the stranger it may possess some measure of information; it should at least induce him to tarry in the region sufficiently long to secure an impression of the byways as well as of the highways. For the man to whom Oregon, California, or Washington stands for home, these pages may contain an echo of interest—for we are apt to enjoy most sympathetic accounts of the things we love best. But for visitor or resident, or one who reads of a country he may not see, the chief mission of these chapters is to chronicle something of their author's enthusiasm for the land they concern, to hint of the pleasurable possibilities of its out-of-doors, and, mayhap, to offer a glimpse of the new West of to-day in the preparation for its greater to-morrow. (from the Author's Preface) - Summary by Larry Wilson |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/in-the-oregon-country-by-george-palmer-putnam/ |
little book undertake present comprehensive account westernmost states even oregon country intended simply suggest many pg xi attractions may encountered along pacific references woven together threads personal reminiscence pertaining characteristic phases western life to day stranger may possess measure information least induce tarry region sufficiently long secure impression byways well highways man oregon california washington stands home pages may contain echo interest for apt enjoy sympathetic accounts things love best visitor resident one reads country may see chief mission chapters chronicle something author s enthusiasm land concern hint pleasurable possibilities out of doors and mayhap offer glimpse new west to day preparation greater to morrow from author s preface summary larry wilson |
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14149 |
15233 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 4, April 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-vol-1-no-4-april-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later issues expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer |
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14150 |
15236 |
Diccionario Filosófico del Amor y las Mujeres |
Teodoro Guerrero Pallarés |
Humorous Fiction, Romance |
El presente libro es un diccionario que tiene como finalidad enseñar a los varones a entender a las mujeres, una obra pequeña del autor con gran contenido, una obra bastante jovial y divertida. (Resumen por KendalRigans) |
Spanish |
1848 |
https://librivox.org/diccionario-filosofico-de-teodoro-guerrero/ |
el presente libro es un diccionario que tiene como finalidad enseñar los varones entender las mujeres una obra pequeña del autor con gran contenido una obra bastante jovial divertida resumen por kendalrigans |
| 14151 |
14151 |
15239 |
Lady of the Shroud |
Bram Stoker |
Action & Adventure Fiction, Epistolary Fiction, Gothic Fiction |
As the title suggests, this work does flirt with the supernatural. Yet it is essentially a political novel—a utopian experiment in a fictitious Balkan country, the Land of the Blue Mountains. The story spans the years from 1892 to 1909. It includes a beautiful love story and an adventure tale—a double rescue requiring strength, cunning, and cutting-edge technology. These various aspects are unified by the character of the hero, a purely admirable individual whom we love and admire from the very first and who acquires immense power. How he uses this power is, of course, the test of his worth. Writers of fiction find it much easier to create evil or despicable characters than admirable ones, and Stoker does include one splendid portrait of an individual we love to despise, but the good characters predominate, each one unique and cherished in a different way by the reader.<br><br>\n\nThe pace of the narrative varies greatly from section to section because the author includes business meetings and legal documents in their entirety, his obsessive attention to minutiae slowing down the action for long stretches. Moreover, the mystery surrounding the shroud is drawn out almost to the point of tedium. However, when there is action, it rushes forward. The great diversity of character also enlivens the text, especially since the epistolary form allows us to hear each voice.<br><br>\n\nFor a political interpretation, see Matthew Gibson's Dracula and the Eastern Question (Palgrave Macmillan, London, 2006). |
English |
1909 |
https://librivox.org/the-lady-of-the-shroud-by-bram-stoker/ |
title suggests work flirt supernatural yet essentially political novel a utopian experiment fictitious balkan country land blue mountains story spans years 1892 1909 includes beautiful love story adventure tale a double rescue requiring strength cunning cutting edge technology various aspects unified character hero purely admirable individual love admire first acquires immense power uses power is course test worth writers fiction find much easier create evil despicable characters admirable ones stoker include one splendid portrait individual love despise good characters predominate one unique cherished different way reader br br pace narrative varies greatly section section author includes business meetings legal documents entirety obsessive attention minutiae slowing action long stretches moreover mystery surrounding shroud drawn almost point tedium however action rushes forward great diversity character also enlivens text especially since epistolary form allows us hear voice br br political interpretation see matthew gibson s dracula eastern question palgrave macmillan london 2006 |
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14152 |
15240 |
copa de rom |
Teodoro Guerrero Pallarés |
Historical Fiction, Romance, War & Military Fiction |
<em>La copa de rom</em> es una breve novela que narra la venganza de un amor aparentemente correspondido pero que se ha visto envuelto en la traición, lo llamativo de esta pequeña obra es que se encuentra ambientada la época de la conquista de Napoleón Bonaparte, es decir con un ambiente de guerra (externa) entre los países de Italia y Francia, y a la vez una guerra entre dos hombres por una mujer, ésta última cuyo destino también se marca por la fatalidad. Un libro pequeño de gran contenido. |
Spanish |
1843 |
https://librivox.org/la-copa-de-rom-by-teodoro-guerrero-pallares/ |
em la copa de rom em es una breve novela que narra la venganza de un amor aparentemente correspondido pero que se ha visto envuelto en la traición lo llamativo de esta pequeña obra es que se encuentra ambientada la época de la conquista de napoleón bonaparte es decir con un ambiente de guerra externa entre los países de italia francia la vez una guerra entre dos hombres por una mujer ésta última cuyo destino también se marca por la fatalidad un libro pequeño de gran contenido |
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14153 |
15241 |
Venus Enslaved |
Manly Wade Wellman |
Science Fiction |
A rip-snorting, 1940s science fiction adventure from the pen of Manly Wade Wellman. What chance had the castaway Earthman and his crossbow-weaponed Amazons against the mighty Frogmasters of the Veiled Planet? Hmmm? What chance indeed? From his broad shoulders, rippling muscles fighting spirit and keen intelligence, our hero finds a way to victory and perhaps even love. Listen and enjoy. - Summary by Phil Chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/venus-enslaved-by-manly-wade-wellman/ |
rip snorting 1940s science fiction adventure pen manly wade wellman chance castaway earthman crossbow weaponed amazons mighty frogmasters veiled planet hmmm chance indeed broad shoulders rippling muscles fighting spirit keen intelligence hero finds way victory perhaps even love listen enjoy summary phil chenevert |
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14155 |
15247 |
Ingersoll on The HOLY BIBLE, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 9 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Bibles |
Ingersoll is known as "the greatest infidel" of the 19th century. Steeped in religion as a child by his Baptist preacher father, he eventually came to rail against the hypocricy, judgment, hatred and fear he observed in his fellow Christians, and their attempt to restrict free thought and human liberty. He begins this lecture: SOMEBODY ought to tell the truth about the Bible. The preachers dare not, because they would be driven from their pulpits. Professors in colleges dare not, because they would lose their salaries. Politicians dare not. They would be defeated. Editors dare not. They would lose subscribers. Merchants dare not, because they might lose customers. Men of fashion dare not, fearing that they would lose caste. Even clerks dare not, because they might be discharged. And so I thought I would do it myself. (~summary by Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-the-holy-bible-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-9-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
ingersoll known the greatest infidel 19th century steeped religion child baptist preacher father eventually came rail hypocricy judgment hatred fear observed fellow christians attempt restrict free thought human liberty begins lecture somebody ought tell truth bible preachers dare not would driven pulpits professors colleges dare not would lose salaries politicians dare not would defeated editors dare not would lose subscribers merchants dare not might lose customers men fashion dare not fearing would lose caste even clerks dare not might discharged thought would myself summary michele fry |
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14156 |
15248 |
Sleep Is Supposed To Be |
Emily Dickinson |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of Sleep Is Supposed To Be by Emily Dickinson.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for May 31, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nA description of sleep according to Emily Dickinson. \n - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/sleep-is-supposed-to-be-by-emily-dickinson/ |
librivox volunteers bring 26 recordings sleep supposed emily dickinson br weekly poetry project may 31 2020 br br description sleep according emily dickinson summary david lawrence |
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Ode To Duty |
William Wordsworth |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 11 recordings of Ode To Duty by William Wordsworth.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for May 31, 2020 <br> ------<br>\n“Ode to Duty” is an appeal to the principle of morality for guidance and support. This Fortnightly Poem is taken from The Poetical Works of William Wordsworth — Volume 3 (of 8) by William Wordsworth - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/ode-to-duty-by-william-wordsworth/ |
librivox volunteers bring 11 recordings ode duty william wordsworth br fortnightly poetry project may 31 2020 br br ode duty appeal principle morality guidance support fortnightly poem taken poetical works william wordsworth volume 3 of 8 william wordsworth summary wikipedia |
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Maud, and Other Poems (Version 2) |
Alfred, Lord Tennyson |
Single author |
Surely everyone knows “Maud”? Isn’t that the Victorian love song, where the man waits by the garden gate for his lover to appear for a secret rendezvous? Well, that may be the song, but Tennyson’s poem is longer and very much darker. It deals not with love but with the obsession of an unstable young man with the seventeen-year-old Maud, and his gradual descent into madness.\n\nThe poem’s narrator has been excluded from an evening ball being held at Maud’s home, The Hall, and has climbed into her garden uninvited, convincing himself by a misreading the Language of Flowers that she has sent him a love-token in the form of a rose blossom. After the guests have left, Maud and her brother step out into the dawn, and soon the brother is lying mortally wounded at the narrator’s hand. He flees abroad, and later loses his reason after hearing of Maud’s own death. Finally, the narrator insists that he has at last recovered from his “old hysterical mock-disease” and has awakened to a better mind, fighting for his country in the Crimean War. But can he be believed? Many early reviewers took the narrator as stating the poet's own views on war, but Tennyson himself responded that he would hardly have chosen a narrator with an "hereditary vein of insanity" to represent his personal opinions.\n\nThe collection includes several other well-known Tennyson poems, including “The Brook, an Idyl”, and “The Charge of the Light Brigade”. (Summary by Michael Maggs) |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/maud-and-other-poems-by-alfred-tennyson/ |
surely everyone knows maud isn t victorian love song man waits garden gate lover appear secret rendezvous well may song tennyson s poem longer much darker deals love obsession unstable young man seventeen year old maud gradual descent madness poem s narrator excluded evening ball held maud s home hall climbed garden uninvited convincing misreading language flowers sent love token form rose blossom guests left maud brother step dawn soon brother lying mortally wounded narrator s hand flees abroad later loses reason hearing maud s death finally narrator insists last recovered old hysterical mock disease awakened better mind fighting country crimean war believed many early reviewers took narrator stating poet s views war tennyson responded would hardly chosen narrator hereditary vein insanity represent personal opinions collection includes several well known tennyson poems including the brook idyl the charge light brigade summary michael maggs |
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Fairy Fingers |
Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie |
Published 1800 -1900 |
Madelaine is the poor cousin of the aristocratic de Gramont family in France of the 1850’s. She is cherished by the beautiful young Bertha and secretly the beloved of the handsome Maurice, but she is barely tolerated by the haughty old countess. When her uncle’s scheming manages to cause a serious rift within the family, Madelaine finds she must rely on the skill of her “fairy fingers” and make her living as a seamstress. She winds up as the sought-after couturier “Mademoiselle Melanie” in Washington, D.C. and has an opportunity to help the now financially-imperiled de Gramonts. - Summary by Kelly S. Taylor |
English |
1865 |
https://librivox.org/fairy-fingers-by-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie/ |
madelaine poor cousin aristocratic de gramont family france 1850 s cherished beautiful young bertha secretly beloved handsome maurice barely tolerated haughty old countess uncle s scheming manages cause serious rift within family madelaine finds must rely skill fairy fingers make living seamstress winds sought after couturier mademoiselle melanie washington d c opportunity help financially imperiled de gramonts summary kelly s taylor |
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Short Poetry Collection 205 |
Various |
Poetry |
This is a collection of 69 poems read in English by LibriVox volunteers for June 2020. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-205-by-various/ |
collection 69 poems read english librivox volunteers june 2020 |
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15254 |
Taras Bulba; a Tale of the Cossacks |
Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol |
Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction |
Taras Bulba is a romanticised historical novella by Nikolai Gogol set in Russia’s equivalent of America’s wild frontier, what is today Ukraine, a name which means something like “frontier” or “marches”. It was an ill-defined wild border land whose borders were subject to change and whose nominal rulers had allowed it to become a nuisance to them that it might also be a nuisance to the armies of their enemies and an obstacle to their advances. It was a time when men were men and sheep were scared and those men were Cossacks.<br>\n\nThe story concerns the lives and deaths of Cossack colonel Taras Bulba and his two sons Ostap and Andriy who have just graduated from the Kiev Academy. It is a tale of bravado, derring-do, defence of the faith, chivalry, romance, honour and above all carousing. (summary by SimonSG) |
English |
1834 |
https://librivox.org/taras-bulba-by-nikolai-vasilievich-gogol/ |
taras bulba romanticised historical novella nikolai gogol set russia s equivalent america s wild frontier today ukraine name means something like frontier marches ill defined wild border land whose borders subject change whose nominal rulers allowed become nuisance might also nuisance armies enemies obstacle advances time men men sheep scared men cossacks br story concerns lives deaths cossack colonel taras bulba two sons ostap andriy graduated kiev academy tale bravado derring do defence faith chivalry romance honour carousing summary simonsg |
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15261 |
Through the Looking-Glass (Version 6) |
Lewis Carroll |
Poetry, Action & Adventure, Poetry |
Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (also known as Alice Through the Looking-Glass or simply Through the Looking-Glass) is an 1871 novel by Lewis Carroll and the sequel to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865). Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. There she finds that, just like a reflection, everything is reversed, including logic.<br /><br />Alice becomes a player in a game of chess and works her way up to becoming a queen. On her way across the board she meets Tweedledum and Tweedledee, recites the classic poems, "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", amongst many more. She also demonstrates her ability at mathematics to her new found friends, the red and white queens.<br /><br />The mirror that Alice ventured through is still on display in Charlton Kings, Gloucestershire. Do not let your children too close!!!<br /><br />Warning!! Do not listen to this audio recording without looking at these classic images by 'John Tenniel'; they will put everything into reverse perspective. \nDownload them here: <a href="https://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/resources/pictures/through-the-looking-glass/" target="_blank">https://www.alice-in-wonderland.net/resources/pictures/through-the-looking-glass/</a><br /> (Summary by Craig Franklin)<br /><br /> |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/through-the-looking-glass-version-6-by-lewis-carroll/ |
looking glass alice found also known alice looking glass simply looking glass 1871 novel lewis carroll sequel alice s adventures wonderland 1865 alice enters fantastical world time climbing mirror world see beyond it finds that like reflection everything reversed including logic br br alice becomes player game chess works way becoming queen way across board meets tweedledum tweedledee recites classic poems jabberwocky the walrus carpenter amongst many more also demonstrates ability mathematics new found friends red white queens br br the mirror alice ventured still display charlton kings gloucestershire let children close br br warning listen audio recording without looking classic images john tenniel put everything reverse perspective download here a href https www alice in wonderland net resources pictures through the looking glass target _blank https www alice in wonderland net resources pictures through the looking glass a br summary craig franklin br br |
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Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 57-65 |
Cyril of Alexandria |
Christianity - Commentary |
Sermons 57 through 65 cover the Gospel According to Luke 9:57 to 10:21. - Summary by the Reader |
English |
1859 |
https://librivox.org/commentary-on-the-gospel-of-luke-sermons-57-65-by-cyril-of-alexandria/ |
sermons 57 65 cover gospel according luke 9 57 10 21 summary reader |
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Road Past Kennesaw: The Atlanta Campaign Of 1864 |
Richard M. McMurry |
*Non-fiction, War & Military |
“…there can be little doubt that the Federal drive on Atlanta, launched in May 1864, was the beginning of the end for the Southern Confederacy…. The Atlanta Campaign had an importance reaching beyond the immediate military and political consequences. It was conducted in a manner that helped establish a new mode of warfare. From beginning to end, it was a railroad campaign, in that a major transportation center was the prize for which the contestants vied, and both sides used rail lines to marshal, shift, and sustain their forces…. and one of the most impressive features of Richard McMurry’s account is the insight—much of it gleaned from unpublished letters and diaries—into the motivations, experiences, and reactions of the participants. The officers and men who endured the heat and the mud of what must have been one of the wettest seasons in the history of Georgia and who lived in the shadow of death day after day for 4 months of as arduous campaigning as occurred during the whole conflict, stand out as flesh and blood human beings.” (Book Foreword by noted historian Bell I. Wiley) “This campaign resulted in the capture of Atlanta by the Unionists, prepared the way for Sherman’s “March to the Sea,” and, in the opinion of many historians, made inevitable the reelection of Abraham Lincoln and the consequent determination of the North to see the war through to final victory rather than accept a compromise with secession and slavery.” (Page 1) The author, Richard M. McMurry, was associate professor of history at Valdosta State College, Valdosta, Georgia. This is a 1972 U.S. National Park Service publication describing one of the most important battles of the American Civil War. Helpful maps enrich the text. - Summary by Book Foreword and David Wales |
English |
1972 |
https://librivox.org/the-road-past-kennesaw-by-richard-m-mcmurry/ |
there little doubt federal drive atlanta launched may 1864 beginning end southern confederacy atlanta campaign importance reaching beyond immediate military political consequences conducted manner helped establish new mode warfare beginning end railroad campaign major transportation center prize contestants vied sides used rail lines marshal shift sustain forces one impressive features richard mcmurry s account insight much gleaned unpublished letters diaries into motivations experiences reactions participants officers men endured heat mud must one wettest seasons history georgia lived shadow death day day 4 months arduous campaigning occurred whole conflict stand flesh blood human beings book foreword noted historian bell i wiley this campaign resulted capture atlanta unionists prepared way sherman s march sea and opinion many historians made inevitable reelection abraham lincoln consequent determination north see war final victory rather accept compromise secession slavery page 1 author richard m mcmurry associate professor history valdosta state college valdosta georgia 1972 u s national park service publication describing one important battles american civil war helpful maps enrich text summary book foreword david wales |
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Multilingual Short Works Collection 024 - Poetry & Prose |
Various |
Poetry, Short Stories |
This is a collection of short pieces, poetry or prose, fiction and non-fiction, in several different languages (except standard English) as listed below. All chosen and recorded by Librivox volunteers. - Summary by ToddHW<br><br>\n1. Ancient Greek - Δέδυκε μὲν ἀ σελάννα [Dèdyke mèn a selànna], Fragment 168 B\n<br> 0:43 - Sappho <br>\nKey Words: multilingual, ancient greek, poetry, sappho, moon, melancholy, sadness, loneliness <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/sapphomemoirtex00bunngoog/page/n102/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n2. Czech - Přetékající pohár\n<br> 1:00 - František Gellner <br>\nKey words: poetry, symbolism, friendship, hope <br>\n<a href="http://kramerius5.nkp.cz/view/uuid:5b0c70d0-5f5d-11e9-b8c0-005056827e52?page=uuid:2549596c-0054-4e89-962f-9a5da3242b1d">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n3. German - Der vergeßliche Stadtschreiber\n<br> 1:58 - Wilhelm Busch <br>\nKey words: wit, Humor <br>\n<a href="https://digi.ub.uni-heidelberg.de/diglit/fb30/10">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n4. Hindi - मानवाधिकारों की सार्वभौम घोषणा [Maanavaadhikaaron kee saarvabhaum ghoshana]\n<br> 17:07 - United Nations <br>\nKey words: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, human rights, international law <br>\n<a href="http://www.ohchr.org/EN/UDHR/Pages/Introduction.aspx">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n5. Italian - Non ha l’ottimo artista alcun concetto\n<br> 1:23 - Michelangelo Buonarroti <br>\nKey Words: multilingual, italian, michelangelo, buonarroti, art, sculpture, love, romantic, courtship <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/lerimedimichela00buongoog/page/n321/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n6. Italian - Sogni e favole io fingo, e pure in carte\n<br> 1:31 - Pietro Metastasio <br>\nKey Words: multilingual, italian, metastasio, art, fiction, dream, self-deception, truth, reality <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/bub_gb_fmHeD3bnGj0C/page/n423/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n7. Latin - Carmen III.30\n<br> 2:11 - Quintus Horatius Flaccus <br>\nKey words: multilingual, latin, horatius, horace, carmina, odes, poetry, immortality, fame, non omnis moriar <br>\n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46938">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n8. Latin - Carmen 16: Pædicabo ego vos et inrumabo\n<br> 1:27 - Gaius Valerius Catullus <br>\nKey Words: multilingual, latin, catullus, carmina, poetry, morality, invective, obscenity, prophanity, censorship, explicit sexual content <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/cvaleriicatvlli00drgoog/page/n103/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n9. Latin - Metamorphōseōn Epilogue\n<br> 1:39 - Publius Ovidius Naso <br>\nKey Words: multilingual, latin, ovidius, ovid, metamorphoses, poetry, immortality, fame <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/pouidijnasonisme00ovid/page/336/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n10. Luxembourgish - Un d'Nuôchtegeilchen\n<br> 1:09 - Michel Lentz <br>\nKey words: poetry, romantic, sadness, nightingale <br>\n<a href="http://www.eluxemburgensia.lu/BnlViewer/view/index.html?lang=en#panel:pp|issue:2833780|page:299">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n11. Marathi - मानवी अधिकाराचा जागतिक जाहीरनामा [Mānavī adhikārācā jāgatika jāhīranāmā]\n<br> 17:14 - United Nations <br>\nKey words: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, human rights, international law <br>\n<a href="http://www.ohchr.org/EN/UDHR/Pages/Introduction.aspx">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n12. Polish - Rozdziobią nas kruki, wrony...\n<br> 19:36 - Stefan Żeromski <br>\nKey words: opowiadanie, powstanie, walka <br>\n<a href="https://polona.pl/item/rozdziobia-nas-kruki-wrony,ODk5NTE4MzM/8/#info:metadata">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n13. Portuguese - Declaração Universal dos Direitos Humanos\n<br> 16:04 - United Nations, <br>\nKey words: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, human rights, international law <br>\n<a href="http://www.ohchr.org/EN/UDHR/Pages/Introduction.aspx">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n14. Russian - Ашик-Кериб [Ashik-Kerib]\n<br> 26:50 - Михаил Юрьевич Лермонтов <br>\nKey Words: Russian, fairy tale, Turkish <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/libgen_00150437/page/n517/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n15. Russian - Женское международное движение. Сборник статей [Zhenskoye mezhdunarodnoye dvizheniye. Sbornik statey]\n<br> 29:52 - various authors <br>\nKey words: third international socialist women's conference at Berne, women’s movement (Russia, Bulgaria, Australia, Switzerland, Spain, UK, Yugoslavia, including Serbia, Croatia and Bosnia), feminism, political reforms, first-wave feminism, women’s rights, socialist workers’ party, marxism, socialist women, equal opportunities <br>\n<a href="http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37196">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n16. Russian - Памятник [Pamyatnik]\n<br> 1:52 - Гавриил (Гаврила) Романович Державин <br>\n Key words: Russian poetry, Neoclassicism, Enlightened absolutism, Exegi monumentum, Памятник, подражание Горацию <br>\n<a href="https://www.google.com/books/edition/Державин/4MJGAQAAMAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PA96">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n17. Russian - Скифы [Skify]\n<br> 5:43 - Alexander Blok <br>\nKey words: Russian, poetry, Silver age, symbolism, struggle, survival <br>\n<a href="https://imwerden.de/publ-1194.html">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n18. Russian - Я памятник себе воздвиг нерукотворный… [Ya pamyatnik sebe vozdvig nerukotvorny...]\n<br> 1:49 - Александр Сергеевич Пушкин <br>\nKey words: Russian poetry, Neoclassicism, Romantic era, Exegi monumentum, Памятник, подражание Горацию <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/libgen_00154775/page/n55/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br> \n19. Serbian - Општа декларација о правима човека [Opšta Deklaracija O Pravima Čoveka]\n<br> 14:16 - United Nations <br>\nKey words: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, human rights, international law <br>\n<a href="http://www.ohchr.org/EN/UDHR/Pages/Introduction.aspx">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n20. Ukrainian and Russian - Ворона и рак [Vorona i rak]\n<br> 1:25 - unknown author <br>\nKey words: flattery, fable, Russian fable, crow, crawfish, crayfish <br>\n<a href="https://archive.org/details/libgen_00318443/page/n393/mode/2up">Link to Text</a><br><br>\n |
Multilingual |
0 |
https://librivox.org/multilingual-short-works-collection-024-poetry-prose-by-various/ |
collection short pieces poetry prose fiction non fiction several different languages except standard english listed below chosen recorded librivox volunteers summary toddhw br br 1 ancient greek δέδυκε μὲν ἀ σελάννα dèdyke mèn selànna fragment 168 b br 0 43 sappho br key words multilingual ancient greek poetry sappho moon melancholy sadness loneliness br a href https archive org details sapphomemoirtex00bunngoog page n102 mode 2up link text a br br 2 czech přetékající pohár br 1 00 františek gellner br key words poetry symbolism friendship hope br a href http kramerius5 nkp cz view uuid 5b0c70d0 5f5d 11e9 b8c0 005056827e52 page uuid 2549596c 0054 4e89 962f 9a5da3242b1d link text a br br 3 german der vergeßliche stadtschreiber br 1 58 wilhelm busch br key words wit humor br a href https digi ub uni heidelberg de diglit fb30 10 link text a br br 4 hindi म नव ध क र क स र वभ म घ षण maanavaadhikaaron kee saarvabhaum ghoshana br 17 07 united nations br key words universal declaration human rights human rights international law br a href http www ohchr org en udhr pages introduction aspx link text a br br 5 italian non ha l ottimo artista alcun concetto br 1 23 michelangelo buonarroti br key words multilingual italian michelangelo buonarroti art sculpture love romantic courtship br a href https archive org details lerimedimichela00buongoog page n321 mode 2up link text a br br 6 italian sogni e favole io fingo e pure carte br 1 31 pietro metastasio br key words multilingual italian metastasio art fiction dream self deception truth reality br a href https archive org details bub_gb_fmhed3bngj0c page n423 mode 2up link text a br br 7 latin carmen iii 30 br 2 11 quintus horatius flaccus br key words multilingual latin horatius horace carmina odes poetry immortality fame non omnis moriar br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 46938 link text a br br 8 latin carmen 16 pædicabo ego vos et inrumabo br 1 27 gaius valerius catullus br key words multilingual latin catullus carmina poetry morality invective obscenity prophanity censorship explicit sexual content br a href https archive org details cvaleriicatvlli00drgoog page n103 mode 2up link text a br br 9 latin metamorphōseōn epilogue br 1 39 publius ovidius naso br key words multilingual latin ovidius ovid metamorphoses poetry immortality fame br a href https archive org details pouidijnasonisme00ovid page 336 mode 2up link text a br br 10 luxembourgish un d nuôchtegeilchen br 1 09 michel lentz br key words poetry romantic sadness nightingale br a href http www eluxemburgensia lu bnlviewer view index html lang en panel pp issue 2833780 page 299 link text a br br 11 marathi म नव अध क र च ज गत क ज ह रन म mānavī adhikārācā jāgatika jāhīranāmā br 17 14 united nations br key words universal declaration human rights human rights international law br a href http www ohchr org en udhr pages introduction aspx link text a br br 12 polish rozdziobią nas kruki wrony br 19 36 stefan żeromski br key words opowiadanie powstanie walka br a href https polona pl item rozdziobia nas kruki wrony odk5nte4mzm 8 info metadata link text a br br 13 portuguese declaração universal dos direitos humanos br 16 04 united nations br key words universal declaration human rights human rights international law br a href http www ohchr org en udhr pages introduction aspx link text a br br 14 russian ашик кериб ashik kerib br 26 50 михаил юрьевич лермонтов br key words russian fairy tale turkish br a href https archive org details libgen_00150437 page n517 mode 2up link text a br br 15 russian женское международное движение сборник статей zhenskoye mezhdunarodnoye dvizheniye sbornik statey br 29 52 various authors br key words third international socialist women s conference berne women s movement russia bulgaria australia switzerland spain uk yugoslavia including serbia croatia bosnia feminism political reforms first wave feminism women s rights socialist workers party marxism socialist women equal opportunities br a href http www gutenberg org ebooks 37196 link text a br br 16 russian памятник pamyatnik br 1 52 гавриил гаврила романович державин br key words russian poetry neoclassicism enlightened absolutism exegi monumentum памятник подражание горацию br a href https www google com books edition державин 4mjgaqaamaaj hl en gbpv 1 pg pa96 link text a br br 17 russian скифы skify br 5 43 alexander blok br key words russian poetry silver age symbolism struggle survival br a href https imwerden de publ 1194 html link text a br br 18 russian я памятник себе воздвиг нерукотворный ya pamyatnik sebe vozdvig nerukotvorny br 1 49 александр сергеевич пушкин br key words russian poetry neoclassicism romantic era exegi monumentum памятник подражание горацию br a href https archive org details libgen_00154775 page n55 mode 2up link text a br br 19 serbian општа декларација о правима човека opšta deklaracija pravima čoveka br 14 16 united nations br key words universal declaration human rights human rights international law br a href http www ohchr org en udhr pages introduction aspx link text a br br 20 ukrainian russian ворона и рак vorona rak br 1 25 unknown author br key words flattery fable russian fable crow crawfish crayfish br a href https archive org details libgen_00318443 page n393 mode 2up link text a br br |
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15270 |
In A Lady's Album |
Marcus Clarke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of In A Lady's Album by Marcus Clarke.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 7, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nOpinion is divided as to whether this poem by a notorious bohemian was sincere or whether he was trying to burnish his credentials as a lady’s man.\nHow you find it might well determine how you read it... - Summary by SonOfTheExiles |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/in-a-ladys-album-by-marcus-clarke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings lady s album marcus clarke br weekly poetry project june 7 2020 br br opinion divided whether poem notorious bohemian sincere whether trying burnish credentials lady s man find might well determine read it summary sonoftheexiles |
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15272 |
Short Science Fiction Collection 069 |
Various |
Science Fiction, Fantasy Fiction, Anthologies |
Science fiction is a genre encompassing imaginative works that take place in this world or that of the author’s creation where anything is possible. The only rules are those set forth by the author. The speculative nature of the genre inspires thought and plants seeds that have led to advances in science. The genre can spark an interest in the sciences and is cited as the impetus for the career choice of many scientists. It is a playing field to explore social perspectives, predictions of the future, and engage in adventures unbound into the richness of the human mind. - Summary by A. Gramour |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-science-fiction-collection-069-by-various/ |
science fiction genre encompassing imaginative works take place world author s creation anything possible rules set forth author speculative nature genre inspires thought plants seeds led advances science genre spark interest sciences cited impetus career choice many scientists playing field explore social perspectives predictions future engage adventures unbound richness human mind summary a gramour |
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14168 |
15275 |
Concerning Virgins (version 2) |
Saint Ambrose |
Christianity - Other |
The value of this work is not limited to virgins. For although the author, Saint Ambrose of Milan, wrote this for his sister, the nun, Saint Marcellina, my hope is that this recording will prove edifying to all who desire to serve the Lord Jesus Christ in chastity. (Summary by the Reader) |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/concerning-virgins-2-by-saint-ambrose/ |
value work limited virgins although author saint ambrose milan wrote sister nun saint marcellina hope recording prove edifying desire serve lord jesus christ chastity summary reader |
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14169 |
15276 |
Correio da Roça |
Júlia Lopes de Almeida |
Epistolary Fiction, Family Life, Literary Fiction |
Maria ficou viúva e os credores levaram a vida de luxo e abastança em que viviam no Rio de Janeiro. E ela e as 4 filhas, educadas para viver na cidade, têm que se mudar para a fazenda que restou para a família, lá na serra, no interior bravo. Passam então a viver em um velho casarão com ares de convento, onde a música que se escuta à noite é a da orquestra do coaxar dos sapos. As horas são de lenta monotonia e tédio, nesse exílio longe dos amigos e das festas. O único alento vem das cartas de uma amiga, recém voltada da Europa, encantada com o Brasil. Uma amiga que as faz ver que onde vivem não é o fim do mundo, mas um lugar onde as águas cantam, as revoadas e cantos de aves enchem os ares e a terra, uma vez trabalhada, é fértil e generosa. E estas cartas, verdadeiras aulas de bem viver, produzem um resultado surpreendente sobre o espírito indomável das cinco mulheres. Ali está o segredo de como transformar grotões incultos em lugares aprazíveis. Leitura deliciosa para quem quer cultivar rosas, violetas ou batatas; ou ainda criar galinhas, fazer estradas ou abrir caminhos para encontrar objetivo na vida. - Resumo por Rachel Moraes |
Portuguese |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/correio-da-roca-by-julia-lopes-de-almeida/ |
maria ficou viúva e os credores levaram vida de luxo e abastança em que viviam rio de janeiro e ela e 4 filhas educadas para viver na cidade têm que se mudar para fazenda que restou para família lá na serra interior bravo passam então viver em um velho casarão com ares de convento onde música que se escuta à noite é da orquestra coaxar dos sapos horas são de lenta monotonia e tédio nesse exílio longe dos amigos e das festas único alento vem das cartas de uma amiga recém voltada da europa encantada com brasil uma amiga que faz ver que onde vivem não é fim mundo mas um lugar onde águas cantam revoadas e cantos de aves enchem os ares e terra uma vez trabalhada é fértil e generosa e estas cartas verdadeiras aulas de bem viver produzem um resultado surpreendente sobre espírito indomável das cinco mulheres ali está segredo de como transformar grotões incultos em lugares aprazíveis leitura deliciosa para quem quer cultivar rosas violetas ou batatas ou ainda criar galinhas fazer estradas ou abrir caminhos para encontrar objetivo na vida resumo por rachel moraes |
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15296 |
Man to Be |
Edgar A. Guest |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of The Man to Be by Edgar A. Guest.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 14, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nA tribute to Fathers contemplating the future of their children. - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1924 |
https://librivox.org/the-man-to-be-by-edgar-a-guest/ |
librivox volunteers bring 14 recordings man edgar a guest br fortnightly poetry project june 14 2020 br br tribute fathers contemplating future children summary david lawrence |
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14170 |
15277 |
With Swag and Billy: A Guide to Walking Trips in Tourist Districts of New South Wales |
Henry J. Tompkins |
Sports & Recreation |
A guide to hikes around Sydney, Australia, from the early years of the twentieth century. In 1895, Henry J. Tompkins and William Mogford Hamlet, two friends with literary inclinations and a taste for romantic scenery, formed the Warragamba Walking Club. Although the strength of their membership is unknown (Tompkins expresses his preference for parties of two, and no more than four), the Warragambas also counted John Le Gay Brereton, poet and professor of literature, among their number.\nPublished by the Government Tourist Bureau, With Swag and Billy ran to three editions (1906, 1910 and 1914). The second edition included shorter walks in present-day suburban Sydney and longer routes in the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands and Hunter Valley. As there were few walking paths at the time, most of the routes follow what are now main roads, but they give a flavour of what it was like to walk the roads of New South Wales when the only hazards were the occasional bicycle or horse-drawn coach.\nCarrying their gear in a swag and a billy to boil tea ‘on the track’, Tompkins and his friends created a distinctively Australian style of recreational walking that affected the style of the swagman tramping the highways and byways in search of occasional work. But the trio were stout walkers. Hamlet undertook several walks of 400 miles or more and published accounts of them in the Sydney Morning Herald, while Le Gay Brereton published his account of a 400 mile walk around New South Wales in Landlopers. Parodying the advice on equipment in With Swag and Billy, Brereton wrote of its author:\n <br> For clad in love and sunlight goes the leader of the clan,\n <br> The trappings of modernity are shed,\n <br> While Tompkins bangs his brolly on his polished frying pan,\n <br> Or waves his carpet slippers round his head.\n - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1910 |
https://librivox.org/with-swag-and-billy-by-henry-j-tompkins/ |
guide hikes around sydney australia early years twentieth century 1895 henry j tompkins william mogford hamlet two friends literary inclinations taste romantic scenery formed warragamba walking club although strength membership unknown tompkins expresses preference parties two four warragambas also counted john le gay brereton poet professor literature among number published government tourist bureau swag billy ran three editions 1906 1910 1914 second edition included shorter walks present day suburban sydney longer routes blue mountains southern highlands hunter valley walking paths time routes follow main roads give flavour like walk roads new south wales hazards occasional bicycle horse drawn coach carrying gear swag billy boil tea on track tompkins friends created distinctively australian style recreational walking affected style swagman tramping highways byways search occasional work trio stout walkers hamlet undertook several walks 400 miles published accounts sydney morning herald le gay brereton published account 400 mile walk around new south wales landlopers parodying advice equipment swag billy brereton wrote author br clad love sunlight goes leader clan br trappings modernity shed br tompkins bangs brolly polished frying pan br waves carpet slippers round head summary phil benson |
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15279 |
Enchiridion |
Epictetus |
Ancient |
The Enchiridion (also translated as “Handbook” or “Manual”) of Epictetus is a short collection of Stoic precepts compiled by Arrian, a student of Epictetus. Epictetus (c. 50 – 135 AD) was a Greek philosopher and a champion of Stoicism, a philosophy dedicated to tranquility of the mind and soul via practical, actionable advice. Popular in the ancient and medieval world, it has even found favor in the contemporary military; fighter pilot James Stockdale attributed his survival of over seven years as a prisoner of war to the way of thinking contained in this short work. (summary written by John Pederson) |
English |
1916 |
https://librivox.org/the-enchiridion-by-epictetus/ |
enchiridion also translated handbook manual epictetus short collection stoic precepts compiled arrian student epictetus epictetus c 50 135 ad greek philosopher champion stoicism philosophy dedicated tranquility mind soul via practical actionable advice popular ancient medieval world even found favor contemporary military fighter pilot james stockdale attributed survival seven years prisoner war way thinking contained short work summary written john pederson |
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14172 |
15280 |
Faulkner's Folly |
Carolyn Wells |
Crime & Mystery Fiction |
Eric Stannard, wealthy artist and portrait painter of international reputation is found dead in his studio, an etching needle protruding from his chest. The lights had gone out momentarily just before he was found by a footman and a long-time friend. Standing beside the victim is Joyce his wife and his model Natalie both seeming to be struck with terror and shock!! At first glance the suspects seem obvious...but what about the artist's son who is in love with Natalie, the neighbor in love with the wife, a burglar? Will a psychic help find the murderer? Or will it fall upon the great detective Alan Ford to solve this one? - Summary by Celine Major |
English |
1917 |
https://librivox.org/faulkners-folly-by-carolyn-wells/ |
eric stannard wealthy artist portrait painter international reputation found dead studio etching needle protruding chest lights gone momentarily found footman long time friend standing beside victim joyce wife model natalie seeming struck terror shock first glance suspects seem obvious but artist s son love natalie neighbor love wife burglar psychic help find murderer fall upon great detective alan ford solve one summary celine major |
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15282 |
Docteur Lerne, sous-dieu |
Maurice Renard |
Science Fiction |
Un jeune homme revient de l’étranger, ses affaires n’ayant pas eu le succès escompté. Il va rendre visite à son oncle, chirurgien réputé pour ses greffes, qui s’est retiré dans son château des Ardennes. Devant son accueil peu chaleureux, il serait reparti sans la présence d’une charmante jeune femme dont il tombe amoureux. \nIl va donc s’ingénier à découvrir les secrets cachés dans le laboratoire où cet homme officie avec 3 aides allemands. Qu’est-il arrivé aux deux autres collaborateurs présents au début du projet ? Quelle est donc cette invention qui doit rapporter des millions ? - Summary by Isad |
French |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/docteur-lerne-sous-dieu-by-maurice-renard/ |
un jeune homme revient de l étranger ses affaires n ayant pas eu le succès escompté il va rendre visite à son oncle chirurgien réputé pour ses greffes qui s est retiré dans son château des ardennes devant son accueil peu chaleureux il serait reparti sans la présence d une charmante jeune femme dont il tombe amoureux il va donc s ingénier à découvrir les secrets cachés dans le laboratoire où cet homme officie avec 3 aides allemands qu est il arrivé aux deux autres collaborateurs présents au début du projet quelle est donc cette invention qui doit rapporter des millions summary isad |
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15286 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 089 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Our 89th Short Story Collection is of exceptionally high quality. In addition to perennial favorites, such as Kate Chopin and Mark Twain, our Librivox readers have delved into the more esoteric, with a translation of a Polish tale, a story by Rabindranath Tagore and Charles Henkle. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-089-by-various/ |
89th short story collection exceptionally high quality addition perennial favorites kate chopin mark twain librivox readers delved esoteric translation polish tale story rabindranath tagore charles henkle |
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15295 |
Circus |
Edwin Carty Ranck |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The Circus by Edwin C Ranck.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 14, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThis little volume was written for no reason on earth and with no earthly reason. It just simply happened, on the principle, I suppose that "murder will out." Murder is a bad thing and so are nonsense rhymes. There is often a valid excuse for murder; there is none for nonsense rhymes. They seem to be a necessary evil to be classed with smallpox, chicken-pox, yellow fever and other irruptive diseases. They are also on the order of the boomerang and eventually rebound and inflict much suffering on the unlucky verse-slinger. So you see nonsense, like a little learning is a dangerous thing and should be handled with as much care as the shotgun which is never known to be loaded. From the Preface to Poems for Pale People, A Volume of Verse By Edwin C. Ranck. |
English |
1906 |
https://librivox.org/the-circus-by-edwin-c-ranck/ |
librivox volunteers bring 19 recordings circus edwin c ranck br weekly poetry project june 14 2020 br br little volume written reason earth earthly reason simply happened principle suppose murder out murder bad thing nonsense rhymes often valid excuse murder none nonsense rhymes seem necessary evil classed smallpox chicken pox yellow fever irruptive diseases also order boomerang eventually rebound inflict much suffering unlucky verse slinger see nonsense like little learning dangerous thing handled much care shotgun never known loaded preface poems pale people volume verse edwin c ranck |
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15297 |
Birds, Vol. I, No 6, June 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-vol-i-no-6-june-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later issues expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer |
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Bible (YLT) NT 20: James |
Young's Literal Translation |
Young's Literal Translation |
The Epistle of James translated according to the letter and idioms of the original language. Summary by KevinS |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/james-ylt/ |
epistle james translated according letter idioms original language summary kevins |
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14179 |
15309 |
Children's Short Works, Vol. 036 |
Various |
Short works |
Librivox's Children's Short Works Collection 036: a collection of 15 short works for children in the public domain read by a variety of Librivox members. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/childrens-short-works-vol-036-by-various/ |
librivox s children s short works collection 036 collection 15 short works children public domain read variety librivox members |
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15312 |
Your Negro Neighbor |
Benjamin Griffith Brawley |
Social Science (Culture & Anthropology) |
An historical and sociological view of race relations in America as it pertains to the African-American. - Summary by KevinS |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/your-negro-neighbor-by-benjamin-griffith-brawley/ |
historical sociological view race relations america pertains african american summary kevins |
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14181 |
15316 |
Call of the Wild (Version 5) |
Jack London |
Action & Adventure Fiction |
<p>Buck, a magnificent mix of St. Bernard and Scotch shepherd dog, rules contentedly at Judge Miller’s place in California’s Santa Clara Valley. But 1897 brings the Klondike Gold Rush, and Buck is the perfect kind of dog to service sleds—so he is stolen and spirited away to the Northland. There he learns a hard life at the hands of tough men and competing sled dogs, which sharpen his instincts and survival skills. Thousands of miles of grueling sled travel and toil nearly wear Buck out, until chance in the form of John Thornton saves him. This “ideal master” proves the only man worthy of Buck’s unconditional love. Despite his newfound companionship, however, the growing lure of Buck’s primitive ancestral heritage, the “song of a younger world” awakened by the wild harsh beauty of his environment, vies for that love. Only chance once again resolves the tension between love and nature… and allows Buck to fulfill his glorious, bittersweet destiny. </p>\n\n<p>A personal note from the reader: I think that my characterization of this book follows the way I found myself reading it. For best listening experience, use headphones. (Not earbuds, unless they are of high quality!) - Summary by Jeff Clark</p> |
English |
1903 |
https://librivox.org/the-call-of-the-wild-version-5-by-jack-london/ |
p buck magnificent mix st bernard scotch shepherd dog rules contentedly judge miller s place california s santa clara valley 1897 brings klondike gold rush buck perfect kind dog service sleds so stolen spirited away northland learns hard life hands tough men competing sled dogs sharpen instincts survival skills thousands miles grueling sled travel toil nearly wear buck out chance form john thornton saves him ideal master proves man worthy buck s unconditional love despite newfound companionship however growing lure buck s primitive ancestral heritage song younger world awakened wild harsh beauty environment vies love chance resolves tension love nature allows buck fulfill glorious bittersweet destiny p p a personal note reader think characterization book follows way found reading it best listening experience use headphones not earbuds unless high quality summary jeff clark p |
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15320 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 090 |
Various |
Anthologies |
Here we present the 90th Collection of Short Stories selected and read by Librivox volunteers. For your enjoyment, we bring gems by Hemingway, Tolstoy, D.H. Lawrence and Alexander Pushkin, plus a lesser known work by Arthur Conan Doyle, so sit back and enjoy!\n\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-090-by-various/ |
present 90th collection short stories selected read librivox volunteers enjoyment bring gems hemingway tolstoy d h lawrence alexander pushkin plus lesser known work arthur conan doyle sit back enjoy |
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15322 |
Bee |
H. P. Nichols |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 28 recordings of The Bee by H. P. Nichols.\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 21, 2020.<br />\n-----<br />\nSome practical advice to a child, taken from Cousin Hatty's Hymns and Twilight Stories. (1851) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1851 |
https://librivox.org/the-bee-by-h-p-nichols/ |
librivox volunteers bring 28 recordings bee h p nichols weekly poetry project june 21 2020 br br practical advice child taken cousin hatty s hymns twilight stories 1851 summary david lawrence |
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15326 |
Hartmann the Anarchist, or the Doom of a Great City |
Edward Douglas Fawcett |
Science Fiction |
A gem of nineteenth-century science fiction from mountaineer, philosopher and occasional novelist, Edward Douglas Fawcett. The narrator, a wealthy young Labour Party candidate who is firmly opposed to revolution, inexplicably joins an plot to bring the government to its knees by means of an aerial bombardment, using an airship invented by the notorious anarchist Rudolph Hartmann. Hartmann the Anarchist was republished, in part, in 1971 in the final issue of Forgotten Fantasy magazine, a forerunner to the celebrated Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy book series. It was subsequently republished in full in 2009. - Summary by Phil Benson |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/hartmann-the-anarchist-by-e-douglas-fawcett/ |
gem nineteenth century science fiction mountaineer philosopher occasional novelist edward douglas fawcett narrator wealthy young labour party candidate firmly opposed revolution inexplicably joins plot bring government knees means aerial bombardment using airship invented notorious anarchist rudolph hartmann hartmann anarchist republished part 1971 final issue forgotten fantasy magazine forerunner celebrated newcastle forgotten fantasy book series subsequently republished full 2009 summary phil benson |
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15327 |
Service |
Henry David Thoreau |
Modern |
An essay in three parts written in July 1840. "Human life is his topic, and he views it with an Oriental scope of thought, in which distinctions of Time and Space are lost in the wide prospect of Eternity and Immortality." (from the Introductory Note by F. B. Sanborn) - Summary by Fritz |
English |
1902 |
https://librivox.org/the-service-by-henry-david-thoreau/ |
essay three parts written july 1840 human life topic views oriental scope thought distinctions time space lost wide prospect eternity immortality from introductory note f b sanborn summary fritz |
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15335 |
Silverpoints |
John Gray |
Single author |
Silverpoints is the first collection of poems by John Gray. Some saw Gray as a protégé of Oscar Wilde, who agreed to underwrite the publication of Silverpoints. It includes Gray's original poems and his translations from the French of Verlaine, Mallarmé, Rimbaud, and Baudelaire. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/silverpoints-by-john-gray/ |
silverpoints first collection poems john gray saw gray protégé oscar wilde agreed underwrite publication silverpoints includes gray s original poems translations french verlaine mallarmé rimbaud baudelaire summary rob marland |
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14202 |
15388 |
Infamous Day: Marines At Pearl Harbor 7 December 1941 |
Robert James Cressman |
War & Military, Modern (20th C) |
Historical overview and personal reminiscences published in 1992. Pearl Harbor attack 7 December 1941. Part of U.S. Government U.S. Marine Corps World War II Commemorative Series. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
1992 |
https://librivox.org/infamous-day-pearl-harbor-by-robert-james-cressman/ |
historical overview personal reminiscences published 1992 pearl harbor attack 7 december 1941 part u s government u s marine corps world war ii commemorative series summary david wales |
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14187 |
15339 |
Attitude |
Hal Clement |
Science Fiction |
They had been captured, but by whom? And why where they allowed to build anything they wanted to escape? The space cruiser was powerful and built to fight anything in the galaxy, but somehow, in the empty rift between galaxies, they had been rendered helpless and brought to this prison. Even stranger was that their captors had not harmed any of them at all, used no weapons and allowed them to use all equipment brought from their ship inside the prison. And did not utter a sound. Stranger and stranger. Where were they, and how could they escape? And where could they go if they did? Follow these space men as they match wits with an utterly unknown life form ... and win. This story was first published in Astounding Science-Fiction September 1943. - Summary by phil chenevert |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/attitude-by-hal-clement/ |
captured whom allowed build anything wanted escape space cruiser powerful built fight anything galaxy somehow empty rift galaxies rendered helpless brought prison even stranger captors harmed all used weapons allowed use equipment brought ship inside prison utter sound stranger stranger they could escape could go did follow space men match wits utterly unknown life form win story first published astounding science fiction september 1943 summary phil chenevert |
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15343 |
牛郎織女傳 (Cowherd and Weaver Girl) |
Mingshi Zhu 名世朱 |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales |
牛郎织女传为明代朱名世编辑的白话神话小说,原作者已不可考,讲述了牛郎和织女被玉帝拘禁,分开至天河两侧,后因情深而得以于每年七月七夕自天河两侧踏鹊桥团聚的爱情故事,其中牛郎趁织女洗澡时偷走织女的衣服的情节是编者首次加入的。该书整合了历朝历代关于牛郎和织女的故事,是目前的第一部完整记述牛郎织女故事的中篇小说。<br>\n\nThis is the love story of the cowherd and the weaver girl, who were separated by force to the two ends of the heavenly river. They later moved the Jade Emperor by their persistence and were permitted to meet once a year on a bridge of magpies. The two lovers are paralleled to the stars Vega and Altair in the Milky Way. (summary by Guomin)\n |
Chinese |
0 |
https://librivox.org/cowherd-and-weaver-girl-by-mingshi-zhu/ |
牛郎织女传为明代朱名世编辑的白话神话小说 原作者已不可考 讲述了牛郎和织女被玉帝拘禁 分开至天河两侧 后因情深而得以于每年七月七夕自天河两侧踏鹊桥团聚的爱情故事 其中牛郎趁织女洗澡时偷走织女的衣服的情节是编者首次加入的 该书整合了历朝历代关于牛郎和织女的故事 是目前的第一部完整记述牛郎织女故事的中篇小说 br love story cowherd weaver girl separated force two ends heavenly river later moved jade emperor persistence permitted meet year bridge magpies two lovers paralleled stars vega altair milky way summary guomin |
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14189 |
15345 |
Short Ghost and Horror Collection 040 |
Various |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction |
A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night. Revenge, fear, petrifying stress, mystery, and a small dose of humor, but don't let your guard down... Expect shivers up your spine, the stench of human flesh, the sound of a monstrous howl, and the occasional touch of wonder. You may also feel more jumpy tonight than usual. |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-ghost-and-horror-collection-040/ |
collection twenty stories featuring ghoulies ghosties long legged beasties things go bump night revenge fear petrifying stress mystery small dose humor let guard down expect shivers spine stench human flesh sound monstrous howl occasional touch wonder may also feel jumpy tonight usual |
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14190 |
15350 |
Life of St. Hilarion |
Saint Jerome |
Christianity - Biographies |
St. Hilarion (291–371 AD) was an anchorite who lived most of his life in the desert after the example of St. Anthony the Great (251–356 AD). He is considered to be the founder of Palestinian monasticism and venerated as a saint by the Orthodox and Roman Catholic Church. He was born in Gaza to pagan parents. After successfully studying rhetoric in Alexandria, he converted to Christianity. After which, he shunned the pleasures of his day, the theatre, circus and arena, and spent his time going to church. Upon hearing of St. Antony and his way of life he purposed to become a monk, first spending time in Egypt and then returning to Gaza. - Summary summarized from Wikipedia |
English |
1893 |
https://librivox.org/the-life-of-st-hilarion-by-saint-jerome/ |
st hilarion 291 371 ad anchorite lived life desert example st anthony great 251 356 ad considered founder palestinian monasticism venerated saint orthodox roman catholic church born gaza pagan parents successfully studying rhetoric alexandria converted christianity which shunned pleasures day theatre circus arena spent time going church upon hearing st antony way life purposed become monk first spending time egypt returning gaza summary summarized wikipedia |
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14191 |
15353 |
Mind's Eye |
Marcus Clarke |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Mind's Eye by Marcus Clarke.<br>\nThis was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 28, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThis Fortnightly Poem is taken from The Australian Edition of the Selected Works of Marcus Clarke (pub 1890) |
English |
1890 |
https://librivox.org/the-minds-eye-by-marcus-clarke/ |
librivox volunteers bring 17 recordings mind s eye marcus clarke br fortnightly poetry project june 28 2020 br br fortnightly poem taken australian edition selected works marcus clarke pub 1890 |
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14192 |
15356 |
Poet Looks At The Moon |
Jo Hsu Chang |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 21 recordings of A Poet Looks At The Moon (translated by E. Powys Mathers).<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for June 28, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nThis Weekly Poem is taken from The Garden of Bright Waters by E. Powys Mathers (as translator) (pub 1920) - Summary by David Lawrence |
English |
1920 |
https://librivox.org/a-poet-looks-at-the-moon/ |
librivox volunteers bring 21 recordings poet looks moon translated e powys mathers br weekly poetry project june 28 2020 br br weekly poem taken garden bright waters e powys mathers as translator pub 1920 summary david lawrence |
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14193 |
15359 |
Black Monk |
Anton Chekhov |
Literary Fiction |
Aspiring academic Andrei Kovrin, while summering in the countryside per the advice of a physician, is haunted by the apparition of a black monk that appears only to him and encourages him in his intellectual pursuits. Although Kovrin is the only one who can see the apparition, the monk assures him that, even if he were a creation of the imagination, he would still be a thing of nature and consequently real. Chekhov uses this vehicle for a gothic exploration into scholarly obsession and madness. - Summary by Daniel Davison |
English |
1915 |
https://librivox.org/the-black-monk-by-anton-chekhov/ |
aspiring academic andrei kovrin summering countryside per advice physician haunted apparition black monk appears encourages intellectual pursuits although kovrin one see apparition monk assures that even creation imagination would still thing nature consequently real chekhov uses vehicle gothic exploration scholarly obsession madness summary daniel davison |
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14194 |
15364 |
Аграфена |
Boris Zaytsev |
General Fiction, Romance |
Наиболее значительным дореволюционным произведением Зайцевa считают повесть «Аграфена», которую сравнивали с «Жизнью человека» Леонида Андреева и в которой находили влияние прозы Фёдора Сологуба. <br><br>The Agrafena story is considered the most important of his early works. - Summary by Mark Chulsky |
Russian |
1908 |
https://librivox.org/agrafena-by-boris-zaytsev/ |
наиболее значительным дореволюционным произведением зайцевa считают повесть аграфена которую сравнивали с жизнью человека леонида андреева и в которой находили влияние прозы фёдора сологуба br br the agrafena story considered important early works summary mark chulsky |
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14195 |
15368 |
Book of Judith |
King James Version (KJV) |
King James Version |
The Book of Judith is included in the Septuagint (the Greek form of the Old Testament) and has been retained in Catholic and Orthodox Christian Bibles, but was eventually excluded from the Hebrew canon and assigned by Protestants to their apocrypha. The story relates how a Jewish widow, Judith, uses her beauty and charm to destroy an Assyrian general sent by the great Nabuchodonosor (425–338 BC) to lay waste to the Israelites. The name Judith is the feminine form of Judah. - Summary modified from wikipedia |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/the-book-of-judith-by-king-james-version-kjv/ |
book judith included septuagint the greek form old testament retained catholic orthodox christian bibles eventually excluded hebrew canon assigned protestants apocrypha story relates jewish widow judith uses beauty charm destroy assyrian general sent great nabuchodonosor 425 338 bc lay waste israelites name judith feminine form judah summary modified wikipedia |
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14196 |
15371 |
Birds, Vol. II, No 1, July 1897 |
Various |
Poetry, Nature |
Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer |
English |
1897 |
https://librivox.org/birds-vol-2-no-1-july-1897-by-various/ |
birds illustrated color photography monthly publication nature study publishing company chicago includes short poems anecdotes factual descriptions birds accompanying color plates magazine published 1897 1907 various titles birds birds nature nature art birds nature later issues expanded include animals plants etc summary j m smallheer |
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14197 |
15374 |
Ingersoll on WHICH WAY, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 8 |
Robert G. Ingersoll |
Philosophy |
Col. Ingersoll explains the conflict he sees between the natural vs. the supernatural on a variety of philosophical topics; secular vs. theologically rooted government; a loving vs. a vengeful God; scientific vs. theological approach to curing diseases; the source of religion as divinely inspired or naturally produced; two theories of morals; reason vs. dogma; living for man vs. living for God; living for this life vs. the hereafter; and other dichotomies. Other lectures in Volume 3 of the 12 volume Dresden Edition), are presented on Librivox as separate audiobooks in the series called Ingersoll Lectures, Famous People. This one is included because it was presented in the same Volume. ( Michele Fry) |
English |
1900 |
https://librivox.org/ingersoll-on-which-way-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lectures-lecture-8-by-robert-g-ingersoll/ |
col ingersoll explains conflict sees natural vs supernatural variety philosophical topics secular vs theologically rooted government loving vs vengeful god scientific vs theological approach curing diseases source religion divinely inspired naturally produced two theories morals reason vs dogma living man vs living god living life vs hereafter dichotomies lectures volume 3 12 volume dresden edition presented librivox separate audiobooks series called ingersoll lectures famous people one included presented volume michele fry |
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14198 |
15375 |
Lot No. 249 |
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
Horror & Supernatural Fiction, Short Stories |
Abercrombie Smith, Edward Bellingham and William Monkhouse Lee are three students at Oxford University, sharing adjacent lodgings. When people against whom Bellingham holds a grudge are attacked, Smith starts to investigate. Is Bellingham innocent? But what are the strange noises coming from his room when he is not home? <br><br>This short gothic horror story first published in 1892 is a bit outside the usual haunts of Conan Doyle and has been compared to the writings of Edgar Allan Poe and H. Rider Haggard. - Summary by Availle |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/lot-no-249-by-sir-arthur-conan-doyle/ |
abercrombie smith edward bellingham william monkhouse lee three students oxford university sharing adjacent lodgings people bellingham holds grudge attacked smith starts investigate bellingham innocent strange noises coming room home br br this short gothic horror story first published 1892 bit outside usual haunts conan doyle compared writings edgar allan poe h rider haggard summary availle |
| 14199 |
14199 |
15380 |
Short Story Collection Vol. 091 |
Various |
Anthologies |
This is the 91st short story collection, with stories selected and read by Librivox readers. We brush with science fiction in The Marching Morons by Cyril M. Kornbluth and on the ghostly with Guy de Maupassant's An Uncomfortable Bed, in addition to stories by the ever-popular Lord Dunsany, Leo Tolstoy and Edgar Allan Poe.\n |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/short-story-collection-91-by-various/ |
91st short story collection stories selected read librivox readers brush science fiction marching morons cyril m kornbluth ghostly guy de maupassant s uncomfortable bed addition stories ever popular lord dunsany leo tolstoy edgar allan poe |
| 14200 |
14200 |
15382 |
Illustrious Men (De Viris Illustribus) |
Saint Jerome |
Christianity - Biographies |
This is a collection of 135 brief biographies by St. Jerome of his forebears and contemporaries. It is often cited as a primary source of information on ancient Christian authors and their writings. The biographies start with the apostles and end with Jerome himself. They also include respected non-Christians such as Josephus, and Philo of Alexandria. In general, this work provides a quick overview of all the respected writers in the early centuries and their writings, which would be of interest to Christians. - Summary by ancientchristian |
English |
1892 |
https://librivox.org/on-illustrious-men-de-viris-illustribus-by-saint-jerome/ |
collection 135 brief biographies st jerome forebears contemporaries often cited primary source information ancient christian authors writings biographies start apostles end jerome himself also include respected non christians josephus philo alexandria general work provides quick overview respected writers early centuries writings would interest christians summary ancientchristian |
| 14201 |
14201 |
15383 |
Christmas Miscellany 2020 |
Various |
Culture & Heritage Fiction, Anthologies |
Nine stories, chapters, or essays about Christmas or around Christmas. - Summary by David Wales |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/a-christmas-miscellany-2020/ |
nine stories chapters essays christmas around christmas summary david wales |
| 14202 |
14203 |
15390 |
Oscar Wilde and Myself |
Lord Alfred Douglas |
Memoirs |
The first memoir by the poet Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas was written 14 years after the death of Oscar Wilde and in the aftermath of Douglas's failed prosecution of Arthur Ransome for libel. Ransome, in his "Oscar Wilde, a Critical Study," had quoted from the expurgated portions of Wilde's prison letter to Douglas, "De Profundis", which was highly critical of his former friend and lover. Having failed to convince a jury that he had been libelled, Douglas appealed instead to posterity by writing his memoir. In "Oscar Wilde and Myself" Douglas refutes Wilde's version of the events that led to his (Wilde's) imprisonment and takes swipes at Ransome, Wilde's friend Robert Ross, other biographers of Wilde, and Wilde's overzealous imitators. He also critiques Wilde's writing and character and concludes that the Irish playwright will soon be forgotten. (Rob Marland) |
English |
1914 |
https://librivox.org/oscar-wilde-and-myself-by-lord-alfred-douglas/ |
first memoir poet lord alfred bosie douglas written 14 years death oscar wilde aftermath douglas s failed prosecution arthur ransome libel ransome oscar wilde critical study quoted expurgated portions wilde s prison letter douglas de profundis highly critical former friend lover failed convince jury libelled douglas appealed instead posterity writing memoir oscar wilde myself douglas refutes wilde s version events led wilde s imprisonment takes swipes ransome wilde s friend robert ross biographers wilde wilde s overzealous imitators also critiques wilde s writing character concludes irish playwright soon forgotten rob marland |
| 14203 |
14204 |
15392 |
If I knew What Poets Know |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 23 recordings of If I knew What Poets Know by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>\nThis was the Weekly Poetry project for July 5, 2020. <br> ------<br>Riley's chief legacy was his influence in fostering the creation of a Midwestern cultural identity and his contributions to the Golden Age of Indiana Literature. With other writers of his era, he helped create a caricature of Midwesterners and formed a literary community that produced works rivaling the established eastern literati. There are many memorials dedicated to Riley, including the James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children. (Wikipedia) |
English |
1913 |
https://librivox.org/if-i-knew-what-poets-know-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 23 recordings knew poets know james whitcomb riley br weekly poetry project july 5 2020 br br riley s chief legacy influence fostering creation midwestern cultural identity contributions golden age indiana literature writers era helped create caricature midwesterners formed literary community produced works rivaling established eastern literati many memorials dedicated riley including james whitcomb riley hospital children wikipedia |
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14205 |
15401 |
Practice of Perfection and Christian Virtues - First Treatise |
Alphonsus Rodriguez |
Christianity - Other |
This work is based on the material which Alphonsus Rodriguez (a Spanish Jesuit priest) collected from his spiritual exhortations to his brethren, and published at the request of his superiors. Although intended for use by his religious brethren, he modified it so it would also profit laypersons. It is a book of practical instructions on all the virtues which perfect the Christian life, whether lived in a monastery or in the world. It became popular at once, and more than 25 editions of the original Spanish have been issued, 60 editions in French, 20 in Italian, 10 in German, and 8 in Latin. This first treatise is on "Of the esteem, desire and affection we should have for what touches our spiritual progress, and of some means to aid us thereto." - Summary by Wikipedia (modified) |
English |
1929 |
https://librivox.org/practice-of-perfection-and-christian-virtues-first-treatise-by-alphonsus-rodriguez/ |
work based material alphonsus rodriguez a spanish jesuit priest collected spiritual exhortations brethren published request superiors although intended use religious brethren modified would also profit laypersons book practical instructions virtues perfect christian life whether lived monastery world became popular once 25 editions original spanish issued 60 editions french 20 italian 10 german 8 latin first treatise of esteem desire affection touches spiritual progress means aid us thereto summary wikipedia modified |
| 14205 |
14206 |
15403 |
Sowing and Reaping |
Dwight L. Moody |
Christianity - Other |
An exposition of the verse, “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.” Galatians vi: 7, 8. - Summary by Jeremy Sherwood |
English |
1896 |
https://librivox.org/sowing-and-reaping-by-dwight-l-moody/ |
exposition verse be deceived god mocked whatsoever man soweth shall also reap soweth flesh shall flesh reap corruption soweth spirit shall spirit reap life everlasting galatians vi 7 8 summary jeremy sherwood |
| 14206 |
14207 |
15418 |
Ripest Peach |
James Whitcomb Riley |
Multi-version (Weekly and Fortnightly poetry) |
LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of The Ripest Peach by James Whitcomb Riley.<br>This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 12, 2020. <br> ------<br>\nJames Whitcomb Riley was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the "Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry. His famous works include "Little Orphant Annie" and "The Raggedy Man". - Summary by Wikipedia |
English |
1898 |
https://librivox.org/the-ripest-peach-by-james-whitcomb-riley/ |
librivox volunteers bring 20 recordings ripest peach james whitcomb riley br this weekly poetry project july 12 2020 br br james whitcomb riley american writer poet best selling author lifetime known hoosier poet children s poet dialect works children s poetry famous works include little orphant annie the raggedy man summary wikipedia |
| 14207 |
14208 |
15425 |
Letters of Oscar Wilde, Volume 1 (1868-1890) |
Oscar Wilde |
Essays & Short Works, Literary Collections |
This first collection of the correspondence of Oscar Wilde begins with the Irish playwright's earliest extant letter, thanking his mother for the hamper she had sent to him at school. It includes letters about his travels in Italy, his American lecture tour, the staging of his first play (Vera, or the Nihilists), arrangements for the publication of a friend's poetry collection, and exchanges in the press with artist James McNeill Whistler. The letters, some of which have been excerpted or redacted, are sourced from auction catalogues, newspapers, biographies, and other texts in the public domain. For a complete collection of Wilde's letters, please see "The Complete Letters of Oscar Wilde," (2000) edited by Merlin Holland and Rupert Hart-Davis. - Summary by Rob Marland |
English |
0 |
https://librivox.org/letters-of-oscar-wilde-volume-1-1868-1890-by-oscar-wilde/ |
first collection correspondence oscar wilde begins irish playwright s earliest extant letter thanking mother hamper sent school includes letters travels italy american lecture tour staging first play vera nihilists arrangements publication friend s poetry collection exchanges press artist james mcneill whistler letters excerpted redacted sourced auction catalogues newspapers biographies texts public domain complete collection wilde s letters please see the complete letters oscar wilde 2000 edited merlin holland rupert hart davis summary rob marland |
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14209 |
15434 |
Over Here and Over There |
Harry Zody |
Single author, War & Military |
In publishing this book I have no intention whatsoever to offer a work of great literary value. As such it would undoubtedly be a failure, because, being of a non-English-speaking race, and only having been in this country a comparatively short time before going over to France, I cannot claim a mastery of the English language. It has merely been my intention to express the spirit which led me to America and thence with Pershing's Expeditionary Forces to France. (From Introductory) |
English |
1918 |
https://librivox.org/over-here-and-over-there-by-harry-zody/ |
publishing book intention whatsoever offer work great literary value would undoubtedly failure because non english speaking race country comparatively short time going france cannot claim mastery english language merely intention express spirit led america thence pershing s expeditionary forces france from introductory |